Next week on General Hospital, Port Charles descends into chaos as deception, vengeance, and forbidden alliances threaten to ignite a storm that could reshape the entire city.

From Ava Jerome’s dangerous liaison to Dante Falconeri’s moral reckoning, every storyline reaches a boiling point that no one will escape unscathed.

Ava and Sidwell: A Dangerous Courtship

Jen Sidwell’s arrival in Port Charles sends shockwaves through the elite. The man isn’t just another smooth-talking investor—he’s a strategist, a predator cloaked in charm, and he has set his sights squarely on Ava Jerome. Sidwell’s interest in Ava begins as calculated curiosity, but quickly becomes something darker, something fueled by power and mutual ambition.

For Ava, the attraction is strategic. She knows the kind of man Sidwell is—ruthless, brilliant, and utterly without conscience—and she’s determined to match him move for move. Their first encounters blur the line between flirtation and negotiation. When Sidwell offers Ava a partnership that could topple Sonny Corinthos’s criminal empire, Ava sees not just risk, but opportunity.

Sidwell’s plan is bold: use Ava’s connection to her daughter, Avery, to gather incriminating evidence against Sonny. But Ava is no pawn. While Sidwell believes he’s manipulating her, Ava begins crafting a counter-move of her own—one that could destroy Sidwell before he even realizes she’s betrayed him.

As the week progresses, their cat-and-mouse game intensifies. Each conversation is layered with deceit and desire, each glance a veiled threat. Ava is playing with fire, and both know it. The question is, who will burn first?

Dante Falconeri’s Breaking Point

Meanwhile, Dante Falconeri’s life fractures under the weight of duty and blood. His two sons—Gio Palmieri and Rocco Falconeri—are caught in the fallout of a criminal act that could ruin their futures. Dante is torn between the instinct to protect his children and the oath he swore as a cop.

When evidence surfaces proving Gio’s role in the lab break-in, Dante is forced to confront him. The confrontation is brutal and raw. Dante accuses his son of manipulating Rocco, dragging him into a world of crime under the guise of loyalty. Yet beneath Dante’s fury lies heartbreak—he recognizes in Gio the same dangerous impulse that once defined him: the need to do right, even when it means crossing lines.

Rocco, guilt-ridden and desperate, becomes a pawn between father and brother. Britt Westbourne steps in, trying to help the boy navigate the fallout. For once, Britt’s compassion overshadows her reputation. Her care for Rocco begins to redeem her, forcing Dante and Lulu to see her in a new light.

But the consequences are far from over. Dante’s professional integrity is questioned by his peers, and his personal life is collapsing. In the shadows, he uncovers a shocking link between Gio’s crimes and Sidwell’s organization—a connection that could change everything.

Portia’s Secret and the Pregnancy That Could Shatter Lives

Portia Robinson’s carefully constructed world is teetering on the edge. Her pregnancy, which should have been a celebration, is clouded by uncertainty. Curtis Ashford is overjoyed, already making plans for their future, but Portia is haunted by a secret she can’t escape—she’s not sure who the baby’s father is.

Isaiah Ganon senses something is off. He notices her nervousness, her evasions, and the quiet dread that hides behind her smiles. When he accidentally discovers confidential medical records suggesting there’s more to Portia’s story, he confronts her in a devastating showdown. Portia breaks, confessing that she doesn’t know the truth.

Her confession leaves Isaiah stunned and Curtis unknowingly living a lie. The tension between truth and secrecy threatens to explode, and when the truth does come out—it will shatter multiple families.

Sonny Corinthos vs. Sidwell: The Battle for Port Charles

Across town, the criminal underworld begins to shift. Sonny Corinthos senses an encroaching threat as Sidwell quietly consolidates power. When Sonny learns that Ava has been seen in Sidwell’s company, his suspicions ignite. He confronts her in a confrontation filled with fury and betrayal. Ava denies everything, but Sonny knows better—Ava’s eyes give away what her words hide.

While Sonny prepares for war, Assistant District Attorney Justine Turner finds herself slipping deeper into Sonny’s orbit. Once his fiercest adversary, she’s now his most dangerous ally. What began as professional tension has turned into something far more personal—and far more compromising.

Turner’s growing affection blinds her to Sonny’s manipulation. She becomes his double agent within the justice system, unknowingly fueling his war against Sidwell. But her heart’s betrayal could cost her everything—her career, her freedom, and perhaps her life.

The Corinthos Family in Peril

Carly Spencer faces her own nightmare when she learns that her daughter Josslyn has been spying on Sidwell at Windemere—and has gone missing after being discovered. The information Joss managed to send before her capture exposes Sidwell’s massive smuggling network.

Desperate, Carly turns to Sonny, knowing he’s the only one ruthless enough to save their daughter. Lucas, trapped inside Sidwell’s operation, risks everything to protect Joss, leading to a dangerous chase across Spoon Island that will end in tragedy and revelation.

The Final Act: Fire at Windemere

By week’s end, Sidwell plans a deadly finale. He invites his enemies—Ava, Sonny, Carly, and Dante—to a private gala at Windemere. What none of them realize is that Sidwell’s grand gesture is a setup. Beneath the chandeliers and champagne lies a trap. He plans to destroy the evidence, eliminate his enemies, and burn everything to ash—including anyone who dares betray him.

As the guests arrive, alliances crumble, secrets surface, and the flames of vengeance ignite. Port Charles is about to face a reckoning unlike anything it’s ever seen.