As The World Turns

Ep. #12383 (49x154)

Air date: Nov 08, 2004

At the hospital, Holden and Alison are faced with the horrifying possibility that Aaron may not survive his injuries. As Aaron is being wheeled off to surgery, Alison runs beside the gurney and whispers that she loves him. Alison confides in Emily about her kiss with Aaron and her fear they wont have the chance to continue what they started. Holden goes to the chapel where he begs God to save his son. Julia finds him there and takes him in her arms to comfort him as Lily enters. Julia leaves but when Lily tries to comfort Holden, the distance between them remains. Meanwhile, Rafi is devastated to overhear the seriousness of Aarons condition. When he hears Alison blaming herself for what happened to Aaron, he almost confesses until Bud pulls him back. Meanwhile, an edgy Ben works to save Aaron. John enters the OR and is concerned when he sees Bens state. After the operation, Ben is troubled as he looks at the medical report. At the gym, Lucy reels from the realization that Craig was right about Dustys involvement in the fight. When she asks Dusty if he knew about the loaded gloves, Dusty is shocked and attacks Dom. Margo takes the gloves she finds in Rafis locker in as evidence and she, Dom and Craig head to the hospital where Rafi admits the truth. Later, Lucy rejects Dustys attempt to explain. Carly and Jack get closer at Milltown. Later, Lily stops by to check on Jack and he realizes that Lily was playing Rose for Jacks benefit. Jack insists hes not upset and tells a thrilled Carly hes glad that hes remembering more. After, Carly is stunned to find Julia on her doorstep. Carly says its too late for a visit but Julia insists that she has to talk to Jack now.