BOUND AND DETERMINED

Tessa’s kidnappers turned out to be Sharon, Victoria, and Nikki. They accuse Ms. Porter of framing Victor for J.T.’S murder but she denies it. The women finally believe her and leave Tessa alone in the woods. Tessa calls Mariah, who immediately rushes to her aid. Seeing Tessa shaken and terrified, Mariah decides to give their relationship another chance. Wanting to protect Mariah from the truth, Tessa initially keeps Sharon’s involvement in the kidnapping a secret, but she eventually comes clean. Mariah is furious and confronts her mother, but Sharon defends her actions and wants Tessa out of Mariah’s life. Later, Sharon sabotages Tessa’s attempt to get a job at the GCAC, which further alienates Mariah.