Nicole is stunned when she runs into Xander at the hospital. She demands to know why he isn't in jail. A protective Daniel rushes in and attacks him. Anne calls in security to intervene, and Xander plays up his innocent act. He claims Nicole and Eric must've been confused about who tried to kill them. Anne tries to get Xander to press charges against Daniel, to no avail. Later, Daniel and Nicole meet with Aiden who has spoken with the police and gives them an update on the situation. Daniel then takes a shaken Nicole home, where she has a flash to almost making love to Eric. Daniel wonders what's wrong, and Nicole is tempted to tell all. Eric is livid when Serena tells him Xander has been set free. Eric argues Xander would be in jail if Serena had just come clean regarding the diamond smuggling. Serena relays what Xander said - she has no proof. Eric storms off to meet with Xander. Eric rips into him but Xander coolly maintains his innocence. Eric then goes to Serena, asking her to prove she is willing to do anything to help. Roman gives Marlena the upsetting news about Xander. Later, she runs into Hope, who decides to speak to Victor to see if he knows anything that can help put his nephew away. Earlier, Rafe interrupts Hope and Aiden's argument about Clyde. Hope confides in Rafe, who realizes Victor may have previously put a hit out on Clyde - and that's why Clyde had Sonny stabbed. Rafe then puts a stop to their conversation, reminding Hope it's best for everyone if they stop digging. Later, Rafe stops Clyde from running into Hope, not wanting to give Weston any reason to be suspicious. Paige makes plans with a man online, then goes to the lake, where she sees JJ speaking with Kyle. (Kyle unsuccessfully tries again to recruit JJ as a dealer, which is observed by the unknown man.) She decides to stir things up by flirting with Kyle. JJ sees and is completely jealous. When a guy bumps into him, JJ is quick to start a fight. Bev realizes why and takes of