Bo unveils his last-ditch plan to ensure Hope receives the treatment she needs rather than a harsh prison term. Abe, Justin, and Bo all testify on Hope's behalf, while Arianna speaks against her. Ultimately, the judge is moved by Bo's plea and gives Hope a reduced sentence at a nearby prison where she will receive intense treatment and will be able to have visitors. Hope is grateful to Bo, and they share an emotional goodbye. Rafe's seduction of Nicole is nearly foiled by Arianna. Ultimately, Arianna leaves and Rafe is able to get Nicole home. She is suspicious, but also drawn to him. Later, she asks Rafe to disrobe, and he has no choice but to comply. Sami and EJ almost make love, but Sami hesitates and EJ gamely agrees to wait until their wedding night. EJ has a heart-to-heart with Johnny, while Sami runs into Brady. Brady tells Sami she hasn't changed, and she will regret her decision to be with EJ. Sami's conviction is shaken, and she tries to call Rafe. Later, she learns from Arianna that Rafe is with Nicole and sets out, on a mission. Brady visits Isabella's grave. Later, he crosses with EJ and mentions his breakup with Nicole. EJ worries what Nicole will do now that she's lost Brady. Justin and Adrienne continue to have an honest discussion about their relationship and what went wrong between them.