"Krystal woke up to David playing the piano. She smiled as she listened, but suddenly panicked when she remembered that the house was in disarray due to the fire. David urged her to relax, so she did not have another anxiety attack. He then offered to drive her home.
David brought Krystal to her house and she was shocked to see that all of the damage to her home was repaired. David slyly smiled as he thanked a handyman and paid him. Krystal inquired how David accomplished the renovation. He explained that one of his patients was a contractor. The contractor owed David a favor, since he saved his life. David called in the favor to make sure that Krystal's home was repaired before the children returned home. She was very impressed with his kindness. He joked that the Grinch was reborn. She proceeded to apologize to him for her outburst. She stated that her tantrum almost burnt down the house and killed her. She was grateful that David saved her life. He was glad to help, especially since Tad was not there. She admitted that she missed her husband during her time of grief. David said that he understood Krystal's pain, and vowed to support her.
Colby and Pete brought Kathy and Jenny home. Colby and Pete were surprised to see Krystal and David looking cozy together. Colby asked where the tree was and David said that Santa took it, so he could give it to a family that needed it more. Colby and Pete were suspicious. Pete questioned David further about the tree. David assumed that Palmer told Pete terrible stories about him. David urged Pete not to pass judgment on him until they got to know each other better. Pete agreed. Pete then commented that he liked Colby, but she did not feel the same way. David warned Pete that getting involved with the Chandlers could ruin his life.
David told Krystal that he was leaving, so she could spend time with her family. He proceeded to slip her a bag of pills. After David left, Colby asked Krystal why she was spending time with David. Krystal stated that David was a changed man.
Pete asked Colby if she would be his date on New Year's Eve and she rejected the offer. Pete pointed out that he was wearing a cool new outfit and contacts, instead of glasses. Pete's fashion overhaul did not make a difference to Colby. She affirmed that they were just friends, which hurt his feelings. He declared that he was going to find another girl to be his date.
Krystal called Winifred and asked if she would watch Kathy and Jenny. Then, Krystal went to David's house. She announced that she did not need pills because he was what she truly needed. They kissed.
Jesse arrived at the asylum to question Dr. Sinclair about Annie's escape. Jesse could not comprehend how Annie escaped a high-security facility. Dr. Sinclair explained that Annie knocked her unconscious and then stole her clothes. She hoped that Annie was still on the facility's grounds. Jesse wanted to question everyone involved, so Dr. Sinclair brought Jesse to see Aidan. Aidan covered his head and refused to speak with Jesse. Just then, Jesse was told that a 9-1-1 call was placed about Annie.
After Jesse left, Dr. Sinclair asked Aidan why he did not want Jesse to see him. Aidan stated that he was on a mission and Jesse was the enemy. He proceeded to kiss Dr. Sinclair. She was taken aback and had the orderlies restrain him.
Annie was sleeping in Emma's bed as Ryan and Greenlee entered the penthouse. Ryan told Greenlee that he wanted to make her, Emma, and Spike happy for the rest of their lives. He picked her up in his arms and yelled that he wanted everyone to know how much he loved her. Annie heard the commotion and went to see what was happening.
Ryan and Greenlee were shocked when they saw Annie in the living room. Ryan asked how she got out of the hospital. Annie insisted that she was Emma and screamed for the "bad woman" to leave her house. Greenlee looked nervous and grabbed her phone to call the police. Annie saw Greenlee with the phone and demanded that she unhand it. Ryan tried to calm Annie down by talking to her as if she were Emma. Annie asked where her mother was. Ryan said that her mother was in the hospital and he suggested that they go to the hospital to bring her a Christmas present. Just as Annie agreed to go with Ryan to the hospital, Opal brought Emma home. Emma was very excited to see Annie and gave her a big hug. Emma divulged that she prayed everyday for her mother to come home on Christmas. Annie gave Emma a strange look and said nothing. Opal, in an attempt to get Emma out of the penthouse, offered to buy the girl a hot fudge sundae. Emma was resistant, but eventually agreed to leave. Before they left, Greenlee told Opal to call the police.
Annie looked into a mirror and realized that she was Annie, not Emma. Annie grabbed a knife and lunged towards Greenlee. Annie chastised Greenlee for ruining her marriage and her life. Ryan tried to wrestle Annie for the knife, but she pushed him and he hit his head. Greenlee told Annie that she ruined her own life. Then, Greenlee noticed that Ryan gained consciousness. Greenlee taunted Annie. Just as Annie tried to stab Greenlee, Ryan seized her. The police arrived and took Annie away.
Ryan asked Greenlee how she was feeling. She was distressed because she assumed that Annie would never stop trying to kill her.
Annie was brought back to the asylum. Dr. Sinclair ordered Annie to be strapped to her bed. Annie cried as she was restrained.
Amanda, JR, and Little Adam returned to the mansion. Adam was glad to see his son and grandson, but not Amanda. He wondered why she was with his family. JR stated that Amanda brightened their holiday. Adam asked why they came home a day early, so JR claimed that they missed their home. Adam pulled Amanda aside and asked if JR was drinking. She was surprised that Adam could tell. Adam said he always knew when his son fell off the wagon. He wondered if Amanda was the reason JR started drinking again. JR overheard Adam's interrogation and told his father to give Amanda a break. JR affirmed that Amanda was a changed person, but Adam was not convinced.
Amanda met David. She showed him a video on her cell phone of JR drunk. David was pleased and handed her a check. She said that she was done helping him ruin JR because she felt guilty. He told her not to feel remorse, since she got what she wanted-a lot of money.
Amanda went to see JR. She told him that they could no longer spend time together. He assumed it was because he was drinking again. She said it was because she was no good for him. After she left, he stared at a bottle of liquor.
Colby told Adam and JR that she saw Krystal and David together. Colby said that Krystal was acting like Tad did not exist. Adam and JR were concerned."
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