Is Michael about to go scorched earth in Port Charles?
For a while now, things have been relatively calm in the world of General Hospital‘s Michael Corinthos (Chad Duell).
Sure his sister Kristina (Kate Mansi) just fell out of a Metro Court window, his mom Carly (Laura Wright) just narrowly escaped being tried for RICO charges and his father Sonny (Maurice Benard) continues to be distant with him, but besides all of that, Michael hasn’t personally experienced a lot of chaos and drama. Is that all about to change?
As viewers know, about a month ago, Willow (Katelyn MacMullen) and Drew (Cameron Mathison) enjoyed a forbidden kiss. Neither one of them has mentioned the incident to Michael, not wanting to hurt him.
While Willow and Drew have tried to write off the kiss as a one-time error in judgment, we fear their romantic connection isn’t over yet.
Willow is clearly drawn to Drew. She may argue that she’s awkward around him now because of the guilt she carries for the mini-makeout session, but it seems to us her awkwardness also stems from her lingering romantic feelings for him.
She’s trying her best to downplay her feelings and is attempting to run into Drew with less frequency. Hence her quitting the foundation and returning to nursing.
Now for Drew’s part, he’s tried to move on, business as usual, wanting to put the whole ordeal behind him. He’s got a political campaign to focus on after all.
Additionally, he’s still sharing a bed with Nina (Cynthia Watros), so Willow’s mom tends to occupy his time.
With all that being said, we sense a major storm is headed to Port Charles. Secrets of this magnitude don’t usually stay a secret in the soap world, so it’s only a matter of time before Michael finds out about Willow and Drew.
And when he does, we think he’s going to explode, which could spell very bad news for the duo.
Longtime viewers know that when Michael feels wronged by family or friends, he blends what he learned from Carly and Sonny, and he becomes a master of revenge. It’s almost as if he forgets he loved these people once.
Case in point, when Sonny killed Michael’s biological father A.J. (Sean Kanan), Michael fought Sonny for custody of Avery and won. Even recently, when Sonny broke Carly’s heart, Michael brought Dex (Evan Hofer) to town in a plan to get Sonny arrested.
If Michael comes to feel hurt by Willow and Drew’s actions, we can only imagine what depths he’ll go to in order to pay them back. For example, he may do everything he can to tank Drew’s political campaign.
Whether he funds the opposition, leaks the cheating scandal of Drew and Willow to the press or leaks some other secret from Drew’s past, we have a feeling Drew won’t be happy come election day.
On top of that, because Michael and Drew are business partners, Michael may make moves to cut Drew out of the business altogether so he has nothing to return to when he loses the election.
Family Tensions
The tension surrounding the trial is palpable, not just for Michael but for his entire family. Carly, his mother, is fiercely protective and will stop at nothing to support her son. However, her own entanglements and secrets could complicate matters.
Meanwhile, Willow, Michael’s wife, is struggling with her own health issues, adding another layer of emotional strain to an already overwhelming situation. As the family rallies around Michael, old wounds resurface, and alliances are tested, making the courtroom showdown even more intense.
The Outcome
With so much at stake, the outcome of this custody trial could have far-reaching consequences for everyone involved. Michael’s determination to protect his children is unwavering, but the legal system is unpredictable, and the opposing forces are strong.
As the trial unfolds, viewers can expect a rollercoaster of emotions, shocking revelations, and potentially devastating decisions that will leave a lasting impact on the Corinthos family.
