Ava Jerome finds herself in a perilous situation, risking her own life to save Christina Corinthos Davis. Christina's world is in shambles following the death of her unborn daughter Irene Marie in the eighth month of her pregnancy. The grief and guilt are overwhelming, and the pain is unbearable. Christina's turmoil is further exacerbated by harsh accusations from her sister Molly Lancing Davis, who blames her entirely for the tragedy. Molly's refusal to consider any other factors and her insistence on Christina's recklessness create a storm of bitterness that threatens to destroy Christina.
Initially, Christina directs her anger and grief towards Ava, convinced that Ava is the root of her suffering. She turns to her father, Sonny Corinthos, and asks him to kill Ava, but he refuses, adding to Christina's sense of helplessness. Even Jason Morgan, known for his ability to tackle difficult situations without question, declines to assist her. Desperation leads Christina to consider taking matters into her own hands.
Her plan is to confront Ava and exact justice herself. However, upon arriving at Ava's house, she finds Sonny already there, ready to protect Ava. This unexpected turn leaves Christina disoriented and draws her back to the hospital rooftop in search of solitude. As she stands on the edge, the emptiness she feels inside is mirrored by the vast town below. The memories of the day she lost Irene Marie come flooding back with clarity, and Christina realizes that it was her actions that led to the tragedy.
Overwhelmed by guilt and pain, Christina contemplates ending her life. Just as she is about to jump, a loud scream pierces the night air, and she steps back. Ava and Sonny have found her, reminding her of the reality she is trying to escape. Despite knowing the deep hatred Christina feels for her, Ava acts selflessly. She lunges forward and embraces Christina, pulling her away from the edge. Ava's actions are not motivated by self-preservation but by a profound understanding of loss and regret. Having lost her own daughter Kiki Jerome, Ava cannot bear to see another mother—Christina's half-sister Avery Corinthos—suffer the same fate.
In that moment, Christina's hatred begins to fade, replaced by a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Ava's compassion breaks down the walls Christina has built around her heart. The desire for revenge dissipates, and Christina starts the painful process of accepting her own responsibility in her daughter's death. Through Ava's unexpected empathy, Christina finds the strength to step back from the brink, both physically and emotionally.
