Hope's sentencing is moved up and she wants to plead guilty. Bo is against this and begs her to change her mind. Doug and Julie arrive and also try to talk her out of it, but to no avail. Bo takes matters into his own hands and later, after speaking with Hope's attorney, tells Hope there has been a change of plans... Stephanie continues to push Ian to find Chloe's paternity results. He hacks into the system, but realizes they have not been posted yet. Ian tells Stephanie they will have to look again tomorrow. Meanwhile, Melanie has been attacked by a lunatic and Nathan comes to her rescue, but in the process, is knocked down, hurting his elbow. Nathan says he's fine, more concerned for Melanie's safety. After they finish up at the clinic, he walks her half-way home. Nathan goes home to find Stephanie and Ian together. She explains he's a friend helping her with a computer program. Nathan buys this and goes to take a shower. Ian leaves and Stephanie learns about Nathan saving Melanie. She plays it cool and asks about his elbow. Nathan thinks everything will be fine tomorrow, and Stephanie, with her own meaning, couldn't agree more. Daniel hears Chloe and Carly talking about tomorrow. He asks where they're going. Chloe almost comes clean, but she covers and says Carly offered to take her out for her birthday. Daniel thinks that's great. She knows he has an early shift, so she will go then. Daniel is more impressed the two have bonded. Chloe goes, and confides in Father Matt, who tells her that she can't look back – only forward and he encourages her to do the right thing. At the same time, Daniel thanks a guilty Carly for making an effort with Chloe. Melanie arrives and Daniel and Carly are concerned about the attack. Carly leaves and Daniel tells Melanie that he wants to throw an impromptu party for Chloe. Melanie thinks that would be great. Meanwhile, Carly confirms Chloe's appointment and tells Chloe to meet her on the pier. Off Victor's advice, Rafe attempts to seduce Nicole for information and she calls him on it. At the same time, Lexie learns about EJ and Sami's wedding. Lexie wonders about Rafe, but EJ says the best man won. Also, Sami bonds with Stefano and they bury the hatchet for the time being. Later, Lexie feels like something is not being said. Stefano assures her it has been. Meanwhile, Sami and EJ are on the verge of making love...