Thursday, February 12, 2026, brings a major turning point in Port Charles. Maxie’s long-awaited return finally arrives after months in a Boston clinic. Whether she is fully awake or not, her presence alone is enough to shift several storylines at once.



Her comeback lands at a complicated moment especially for Nathan and Lulu.



Maxie’s return changes everythingMaxie has been in a coma for months, resting in a Boston medical facility. Now she is back, and the impact will be immediate.



If she has truly awakened, the situation becomes even more delicate. Nathan and Lulu have already crossed emotional lines during a snowstorm kiss. They have struggled with guilt but have also admitted their feelings in conversations with Laura and Nina.







There is also another factor to consider. Sidwell is responsible for Maxie’s condition. If he learns she is back, his next move could bring fresh danger.



Portia delivers life-changing newsAnother major storyline unfolds when Portia receives the paternity test results. The weekly preview confirms that she will share significant news on Thursday.



Isaiah and Curtis are finally about to learn who the father of Portia’s baby is. The answer will permanently affect their lives.




Portia hopes the baby belongs to Isaiah. He has supported her with patience and compassion throughout this difficult period. Meanwhile, her marriage to Curtis is already falling apart. Curtis had pushed for the test to happen sooner rather than later, adding pressure to an already strained relationship.



The result will determine not only the baby’s father but the future of multiple relationships. As Curtis and Jordan discuss what lies ahead for them, one question lingers: will this child shape their plans?



Anna’s struggle and Gio’s disappointmentElsewhere, Brook Lynn and Gio continue growing closer. With Emma leaving town to deliver troubling news to her mother, Gio is left unsettled. Anna’s mental state remains fragile.




She believes Faison is alive, and her emotions are unpredictable. For months, Cullum, Sidwell, and Pascal manipulated her, leaving lasting effects. Gio had offered to accompany Emma for support, but she chose to handle it alone, believing that independence is what her grandmother would expect.



Being left behind isn’t easy. Brook Lynn may step in to offer guidance and help Gio process everything happening around him.



Maxie’s return, shocking paternity results, and fragile relationships set the stage for emotional upheaval across Port Charles.