For years, Sonny Corinthos worked diligently to shield his family from the dangerous realities of his criminal life. However, the night of Kate’s murder marked a significant shift, unraveling the protective facade Sonny had meticulously built around his loved ones. As the chaos of the shooting subsided, Sonny was left grappling with a deep sense of dread and urgency. He made the fateful decision to dispose of the incriminating evidence, hoping to contain the situation.

The situation took a dramatic turn when Sonny’s daughter, Christina, driven by rebelliousness and a strained relationship with her father, stole the very gun Sonny believed was securely hidden away. Christina’s impulsive actions set off a chain reaction that dramatically escalated the stakes. The consequences of her actions became apparent when Alexis was arrested for attempting to dispose of the weapon, further complicating the legal situation.

As the courtroom drama unfolded, Sonny faced an intense moral conflict. He grappled with whether to turn himself in to the authorities, realizing that his actions had inadvertently pulled Michael and Carly into the dangerous vortex of his criminal world. On the night of Kate’s shooting, Michael had caught Sonny red-handed, but in a display of unwavering loyalty, he chose to cover for his father. Michael’s decision to discreetly retrieve shell casings and enlist Carly’s help in concealing the evidence was an effort to bury the crime and protect Sonny.

But was Michael the only one who witnessed the crime? Tracy, known for her sharp intellect, began to suspect something was amiss. Her suspicions were fueled by Sonny’s presence in her home and the fact that he was known to be an enemy of Kate. Tracy’s speculation, however, was just that—speculation. What if Ned Ashton was another witness to Sonny’s crime? His knowledge of the situation could potentially be used as leverage to strike a deal with Michael.

Ned, although kind-hearted, is not easily fooled. His delay in reporting Sonny’s actions could be a strategic move to regain control of his business interests. With his knowledge of Sonny’s crime, Ned might propose a deal to Michael, possibly offering to hand over control of the franchise in exchange for silence or other favorable terms. The question remains: will Michael agree to such a deal in order to secure his father’s freedom and protect his family’s interests?

The unfolding drama promises high-stakes negotiations and intricate power plays as Michael faces the tough decision of whether to strike a deal with Ned. The tension between loyalty, legality, and personal ambition sets the stage for a riveting new chapter in the ongoing saga of General Hospital.