Hannibal and Justin meet to discuss Hannibal's treatment of Ashley and Gregory. Judith makes herself at home at Grant's. Brett tries to escape, but is thwarted by Gretchen. Ashley tells Allison that she believes that Hannibal is going to try and get his hands on Allison and Gregory's inheritance. Lurlene goes to see Reena and Reena tells her about Joel being in the hospital. Judith apologizes for her behavior towards Grant the night before and that she won't involve herself in Grant's life. Justin tells T.J. that he believes that Hannibal has a hold on Ashley. Vivien and John discuss Judith. John discuss Hitopah and Judith says if John is going there then she will accompany him. Ruby, Mark and Rikki continue looking for Brett and Gretchen. Lurlene goes to be by Joel's bedside until he wakes up. Rikki rescues Brett and the fire compass. Justin tells Ashley that they should adopt Gregory and Ashley is thrilled. Lurlene recognizes the guy visiting Joel as the guy that put she and Ruby next to Gretchen in their apartment complex. Lurlene catches the man smothering Joel.
—Sudsluva