Get ready, *General Hospital* fans, because next week promises intense drama as Molly lashes out, Ric shows his aggressive side, and Lulu’s life hangs in the balance with her upcoming surgery. Here’s a look at

what’s coming October 21-25.

First, Molly’s frustration with her sister Christina reaches a boiling point. After months of tension, Molly can no longer keep her anger in check. She fully believes that Christina was ready to keep baby Irena and

even named her, adding more fuel to the fire. Molly is sick of cleaning up Christina’s messes, and the battle between the two sisters is about to get nastier. Expect the conflict to explode next week as both continue

to clash, with Alexis caught in the middle, barely avoiding federal prosecution due to the chaos in her family.

Meanwhile, Ric Lansing’s behavior takes a dark turn as he becomes increasingly aggressive in his pursuit of the truth. Brad is terrified, knowing that Ric is closing in on the tampered test results. The pressure mounts as Ric starts to connect the dots, and Brad is left with a difficult choice: save himself or cover for Porsha’s actions. Porsha has been threatening Brad’s job, but Ric’s aggressive tactics might scare the truth out of him. The stakes are high, and this showdown could have serious consequences for everyone involved.

On the medical front, Sam faces the pressure of being a donor match for Lulu Spencer. After the heartbreak of Nicholas and Lucky’s failed liver tests, Sam is determined not to disappoint Dante and Rocco. As Sam awaits secondary test results, she asks Dr. Terry Randolph to keep the match a secret until she knows for sure her liver is healthy enough to donate. Dante and Sam breathe a sigh of relief when the results come in, offering hope that Lulu’s long-awaited transplant surgery can finally proceed.

But Lulu’s situation grows more critical. After coding in a recent episode, her condition has taken a dangerous turn, pushing doctors to fast-track her surgery. As the clock ticks down to the operation, those closest to her, including Laura and Tracy, find themselves reminiscing about Lulu’s life. The two women, who share a deep bond with Lulu, are heartbroken at the thought of losing her. Their emotional conversation reflects their shared history, as both were maternal figures in Lulu’s life.

Elsewhere in Port Charles, Tracy Quartermaine steps up for Cody, offering her assistance as he continues his dream of turning his family ranch into an animal sanctuary. Cody has been hesitant about pitching his business plan to Tracy, but Sasha has been encouraging him to take the leap. Will Tracy invest in Cody’s vision? Meanwhile, Sasha herself receives life-changing news, which could drastically shift her future.

The mystery surrounding Holly Sutton deepens, with several key players closing in on her. After returning to Port Charles from Africa, Holly has been evasive, particularly about a certain purse that has been raising suspicions. Jason and Felicia grow more certain that Holly may be hiding something, specifically Sidwell’s missing diamonds. As tension builds, Holly faces tough questions. Will she finally come clean, or will the dangerous Sidwell make his move and take matters into his own hands?

Additionally, look out for a blast from the past as Scott Reeves returns as Steven Lars Webber, Elizabeth’s brother and Heather Webber’s son. He’s back for a brief stint and will have scenes with his notorious mother. Could his return signal a shift in Heather’s future, and will they leave town together?

Finally, the Port Charles police and the Feds continue to dig into Sonny’s activities, looking for any evidence to break Carly’s alibi. Jason may have melted the murder weapon, and as long as Carly keeps her cool, the case might go unsolved. But with new players stepping into the mix, the pressure is on for someone to take the fall.

Next week’s *General Hospital* promises plenty of high-stakes drama, with lives hanging in the balance and secrets threatening to come to light. Don’t miss a minute as the action unfolds!