As The World Turns

Ep. #12407 (49x178)

Air date: Dec 14, 2004

An emotional Will insists that he was not responsible for hanging Cabots Christmas stocking on the mantel. Paul and Will consider that Barbara is behind these mind games. They confront Barbara, who acts deeply offended. She points out that shes wearing an ankle alarm and couldnt leave the house even if she wanted to. Paul and Will return to Fairwinds where Paul begins to wonder if Rosanna could be doing this to herself. Meanwhile, Barbara congratulates hypnotized Emily on a job well done. Aaron gets a much-needed boost to his self-esteem with his new job at Als Diner. Later, at Holden and Lilys house, Aaron and Alison help with Christmas decorations. Aaron admits to Alison that he feels more positive than hes felt since his accident. Jessica meets Ben to discuss the hospitals handling of a possible lawsuit against him. John informs Ben and Jessica that he suspects Ben and Bob are keeping evidence to themselves. Privately, Jessica reveals to Ben that Bob hasnt reported the fact that Ben faked his drug test and Ben cant believe Bob would risk his own career to help him. To avoid involving Bob any further, Ben hands John his letter of resignation. Katie joyfully reunites with Henry. She catches him up on her status with Simon, and how she needs his help convincing Mike shes still happily married. Henry cant believe she doesnt tell Mike the truth but Katie insists Mikes happy with Jennifer. Meanwhile, Jennifer continues to believe Mike is drawn to Katie but he denies theres anything there. He maintains that Katies a married woman and he is happy right where he is - with Jennifer.