It's either that or they will use the magic portal to get to where they want to go.
I am so sad to see Eric get sent away to prison, especially since Hope and Joey got away with murders that they deliberately set out to do, while Eric killing Daniel was an accident. (I'm not including Abby in this scenario, because she was driven over the edge by Ben's torture and abuse). It was surprising that Abby did not remember attacking Ben, but it was probably so traumatic she blocked it out.
I loved seeing Lucas in this story with Jennifer, but can the poor guy get his own story already? For that matter, I wish this addiction story for Jennifer ould get more focus. I did like her in mama bear mode today watching Abby while she slept.
Finally, someone (JJ) confronted Ben about the murders he committed and actually named them all. Even poor Wendy got included as "the woman in the woods". I am wondering if JJ will do something to Ben and if he will get a new story to focus on. He's been on the backburner for awhile.
I am fine with Eric and Jennifer together. Both of them are lonely and going through their own addictions. Also, it's a one night stand before Eric goes off to prison. If Eric gets off and comes back from prison anytime soon, it might give them story to pick up (and not in a romantic way, but more of a friendship).