First – I can't tell you what sheer joy I get in saying "I was wrong." At the conclusion of last week's "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted," I was certain that Toussaint had become one of the few patients that Drake Jr. has ever lost. When the show opened and he was recovering, I think I actually squealed I was so happy.
We also learned in the opening minutes of the episode it was graduation day for the student nurses who passed the program, and it was only Layla who was assured her blue scrubs, the others wouldn't know until closer to the end of their shift. It was also the last night of Patrick and Robin's punishment, and the last night of Jason's community service.
Patrick listened in on a conversation in which Robin confessed to Lainey and Kelly she felt guilty for blaming Layla for her breakup with Patrick. He confronted her and told her even though they had different goals in life, he still cared about her. Robin rightfully questioned that, saying for someone who was supposedly in love; he didn't support, nor try to understand her. (I've said before how much this NS incarnation of Patrick Drake irks me, haven't I? I keep hoping Drake Sr. will show up to give his son some insight on the opposite sex.)
With Toussaint still unconscious from his surgery the week before, Jason stood guard outside his room, continually mopping the floor as a cover. He became even more vigilant when Spinelli showed up with the proof that Jolene was, as he put it, more an angel of death than an angel of mercy. He had discovered a hidden bank account being regularly supplied with funds from a dummy corporation owned by MedCam.
It didn't take long for Jolene to show up outside of Toussaints' door, syringe in hand. And of course Jason nabbed her and dragged her down to the ER where he could inform Dr. Ford she was the cause of the string of accidents and accidental deaths at the hospital. It just wouldn't be a show written by Robert Guza Jr. if Jason Morgan didn't save the day. It also wouldn't be a show written by Guza if we didn't have a major gun-fight.
Unknown to everyone at the hospital, except the young woman who gave birth a few weeks ago, two rival gangs were preparing to do battle in the ER waiting room, and chose the moment of Jason's announcement as the distraction needed to open fire on each other. Ever sensitive to his surroundings, Jason realized what was going on just seconds before the room exploded in gunfire, and directed the doctors and nurses to take cover behind the desk.
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1 - PRimar Gurl
Regina and Dr.Leo. That was the highlight of the episode for me. I am really shipping for Regina and Leo season 2 of Night Shift.
Also Spenell needs to have a decent reason to hang out at the hospital. I was glad Ms. Sneed called him on it.
2 - Connie Phillips
I do like the Leo/Regina dynamic; they definitely bonded on the Night Shift. Unfortunately, I don't see any indication she is one of the characters who will be biding the hiatus time on GH, so if the relationship is going to progress, it won't be until season two of NS.
The reasons Spinelli was always around the hospital did seem a bit contrived. I will give you that, but short of hurting himself every week, what other reason would he have for being there? I guess he could have been serving community service too if you wanted validity, but it seems more true to his quirky character to be there visiting Jason and stalking Jolene.
3 - Marching Kaydence
Hmmm I never really thought of Regina and Leo. But I'll gonna watch out for that the next time I watch. I wish Regina was on GH right now instead of Nadine.
The finale was one of the better episodes of the seasons. Like Connie said I too was pretty glad Toussaint made it. I hope if this is renewed better writing is put in place. Some episodes were really good while others were medicore.
4 - KSC
I had to laugh at the idea of Sonny coming to pick up Jason at the crack of dawn. Still, pretty much enjoyed all of NS, even though the crossover to GH has been confusing to say the least. (and I watched it all)
Some thoughts?
Loved the way Spinelli and Jolene ended. Too bad Amanda Baker went to AMC, would have liked to see that story continue on GH.
Loved the connection between Robin/Jason in the shoot out, too.
I loved the diverse cast, and was thrilled that Toussaint made it.
5 - Connie Phillips
KSC - Sonny showing up at the tale end of the Night Shift season was classic! It made me giggle. I almost wish it would have ended there and not gone on that wildly weird scene with the Robin look-alike.
I wonder if Toussaint will be back in season 2 or if he'll be out on an 'oldies' tour with The Saints?