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From: judyomega@aol.com (JudyOmega)
Subject: GH:  UPDATE Friday, 6/19/98
Date: 22 Jun 1998 01:15:26 GMT

Day 1 at the Nurses' Ball.  For the most part, this will cover the
events.  I'm not going to give opinions about and descriptions of the
musical numbers or the gowns.  For those, see the various Nurses' Ball
threads:

At the Q's:

Edward's in his usual bluster, complaining that they'll be late, and
worrying over his upcoming number with Emily.  Alan and Monica
appear, with Alan looking slightly dazed (as usual).  We then
go into a musical montage, showing off the various outfits
the Ball-goers will be wearing.  The song is "Celebration" by
Kool and the Gang.  The couples we see are:

Brenda and Jax
Lucky and Liz
Justus and Robin
Taggert and Dara
Nik and Alexis
Mac, Felicia and Georgie
and then, a solo Luke and Jerry

At the Ball:
Lucy's nervous at the possibility of becoming the next victim in the
'General Homocide' murders (see PC updates for further details on that
story).  Luke approaches and blows on her neck (interesting greeting...
loved it!).  "Personal security, reporting for duty,"  he says.

Lucy makes her opening speech, as Brenda asks Robin about Jason.
Robin appears worried about the fact that he isn't there.  Back to the
speech, Lucy says the theme for this year's ball is 'hope'.  It's a
celebration of everything they've achieved, yet they need to remain
mindful of all the work that still needs to be done.

Meanwhile, Audry approaches Liz and says that she's proud of her... and
that Steve would be proud of her too.  Audry turns to Lucky and thanks
him for performing with Liz, and supporting her.  She wishes them
both luck.

Alexis and Nik discuss Stefan and wonder where he might be.  Nik
agrees to stand in for him if he doesn't show up.  Alexis warns him that
the audience might not receive them warmly, since some believe
that Stefan is responsible for Katherine's death.

Lucy introduces the first act:  Jailhouse Rock starring Dara, Taggert,
Lucky and Liz.  It's a cute role reversal with Dara and Marcus playing
the inmates and Lucky and Liz playing the cops.  (Close-up on
Justus, eyeing Taggert and Dara dancing together)

After they're through, Lucy aknowleges the sponsor, but first
gives a tribute to Katherine Bell, whom this evening is dedicated
to (Bleah!  I probably wouldn't feel as nauseated about this if Kat had
at least made some *attempt* to pay back the money she
swindled from the AIDs fund).  Just as she mentions Stefan
Cassadine's name as the sole sponsor for the event, Stefan
appears at Nik's side.  Lucy then talks a little 'ball business' (probably
to point out, to those unfamiliar with PC, who 'the interns' are).

Back in Lucy's dressing room, Lucy is struggling into her next outfit
and is complaining about the shoes Eve (her dresser) chose.  Felicia's
there too, and they rehash the 'General Homocide' murder plot
(the one where Lucy is suffocated by a too-tight dress) and Lucy
reaccuses Eve of being the murderer.  Felicia asks if being the emcee
is worth the risk, and Lucy replies that she's committed to the cause...
and besides, Luke's there to protect her.

After Lucy and co. vacate the dressing room, an Unseen Nefarious
Person enters (wearing gloves) and switches one of Lucy's costumes...
the one with a whole lot of ties and bondage-type decor on it.

Backstage, Luke is looking for Lucy.  AJ is talking to Robin:  they
wonder where Alan is.  Lucky and Liz walk by and Luke tentatively
congratulates them on their performance.  Lucky accepts his
compliments and Liz thanks him.

Lucy discusses ball business with Don (great to see Don again!), and
Don advises Lucy to take care of herself.  Lucy sees Serena, Karen
and Scotty, and they exchange compliments on their various fashion
statements.  Serena and Karen leave to rehearse, while Scott
offers to walk Lucy backstage.  And, like any cliche slasher-movie
victim, Lucy says she'll be fine:  Luke's here to protect her.

Nik throws a compliment at Emily, and then launches into his own
agenda: "Where's your brother?"  he asks, indicating Jason's empty table
(no doubt hoping Jason won't show up and he'll have Robin all to
himself).

Meanwhile, Alan is popping the SuperPotent pills.  AJ sees him
and asks if he's okay.  Apparently the Alan Q Cover-story of the Day
is:  Alan has the flu.

Lucy introduces Alan and Robin as Doctor and HIV patient performing
"Someone to Watch Over Me".  Alan appears distracted and then
starts to falter.  He misses a dance cue and Robin falls.  Alan
stops singing and blames Robin for the misstep.  He continues
to fail, and then blames the band and leaves the stage.  Robin is
mortified... until Ned picks up where Alan left off and they
finish the number.

The audience applauds while Monica and Emily look embarrassed.  Emily
leaves to find Alan, and Monica wants to follow, but Edward reminds her
of her responsibility to present the Q-Fellowship award.  Edward
sends AJ after Emily.

Backstage, Taggert helps Alan sit down and asks how many pills he's
taken.  Emily walks up (not overhearing what Taggert said) and asks
how Alan is.  AJ arrives next and they all urge Alan to let AJ take
him home.  AJ and Alan leave and Taggert asks Emily if she's okay.
"As if you care," she says.

Next, Poor Emily overhears Robin and Nikolas talking about Alan, and
what a disgrace it was to have him show up drunk at the ball.

Ned explains away Alan's behavior to Jax and Brenda, telling them
about Alan's 'flu'.   Brenda comments that she thought he looked stoned.

Bobbie and Felicia are talking when Jerry interrupts, in Full Flirt
Mode.  Bobbie wants none of it, and walks away, advising
Felicia to watch her purse.  Bobbie runs into Luke and expresses
her surprise at seeing him there:  "I thought you'd be on your one-man
crusade to ruin your life".  She asks if Laura made it to the ball, and
Luke says she stayed away for Lucky's sake:  she didn't want to make
him feel uncomfortable.  Luke goes on to say that he wouldn't have
shown up either, had it not been for Lucy wanting him to watch over
her.

Bobbie goes on to her next topic:  she's taken out a restraining order
on Tony.  "You're gonna bring the cops in on this?"  Luke asks.  "Damn
straight, I am,"  she replies, "And you're next if you ever pull a stunt
like that again, Luke, because nobody messes with my kid!"  She goes
on to say that Luke hasn't the right to make those kind of decisions for
her.  Luke gives her an obedient salute:  "Read you loud and clear," he
says.

Luke leaves and Jerry approaches.  He reassures her that he didn't
overhear any of their conversation, however, he could tell by her
body language that "you're mad as hell at that bloke, but you love
him beyond all reason."  Bobbie smiles.  "My brother's a self-
destructive pain,"  she says.  "My brother says the same thing about
me," Jerry replies and invites Bobbie to sit at their table so they
can all exchange war stories.  Bobbie agrees, and Jerry is jubilant:
"You're starting to fall for me, Bobbie Spencer... let it happen!"

V enters and talks to Mac.  She expresses her concern about Mac
sharing a table with a murder suspect (Kevin).  "Kevin is not a killer,"
Mac replies.  V reiterates that evidence was found in Kevin's home
following Grace's murder, and she doesn't want Mac accused of bias.
Mac insists that he knows what he's doing.  V apologizes for bringing
it up, but Mac assures her that he appreciates her candor.  He then
asks her to check with *******Garcia******** [whoo hoo!  First
time his name has ever been mentioned on my update day!  Imagine
my excitement if he had actually appeared *on camera* <g>] to see if
there's been any activity tonight.  V leaves to do just that.

Kevin, who's overheard their conversation, says "She has a point, you
know", but appreciates Mac's loyalty.  Mac says his motives are
somewhat selfish.  He needs his friends close by because tonight
"is one of the hardest nights of the year, for me,"  he says,  "All
the smiling people donating money... not that I don't appreciate it...".
"They don't have a Robin,"  Kevin observes.  "No they don't,"  Mac
agrees, and goes on to say that his biggest fear is that the money
will run out and the research will stop, and he will lose her forever.

Back at Lucy's dressing room, Lucy's explaining the order of costumes
to Eve, and that her change into the Marquis de Sade Rope-O-Rama
outfit (which the Nefarious Person switched earlier) will have to be
especially fast.  Eve eyes the dress with a meaningful glance...

Ned takes over emcee position and invites those who can't afford
a raffle ticket to give cash donations into the hats on the tables.
He segues into introducing the next number:  "Big Spender" with
Brenda, Karen, Lucy and Dara.  [Cute choreography, but I was wondering
if Karen was having any 'pole dancing' flashbacks during it...]  At the
end of their number, the women hold out their hats.... and Sonny
walks in, with Jason in tow.  Sonny drops a wad of cash into a
hat and mouths to a stunned Brenda to 'come and get it'.   Dara
rescues her and collects the hat herself.  Karen, Jax and Mac take
turns glaring at Sonny while Robin embraces him and Jason.
Sonny plants himself at Jason's table with Jason and Robin.

Lucy runs backstage to change into the Evil Outfit.  Eve is nowhere to
be found, so she ropes herself into it alone.  She starts noticing
that her costume is getting tighter and tighter;  and she struggles
to breathe, finally realizing that this could be her final costume
change.  She gasps and calls for help...

End of Update!

-Judy (One-Half of the Twin Updaters of Different Fridays)