Sonny Corinthos could be approaching the most dangerous moment of his latest General Hospital ordeal. Accused of arranging a violent Pentonville attack, abandoned by people he trusts, and potentially targeted by Ava Jerome and Drew Cain, Sonny has every reason to fight back. But four possible revenge strategies could cost his enemies far more than they intended.

And an unexpected return could offer Sonny something revenge cannot.

Sonny’s Pentonville Nightmare Could Become Ava and Drew’s Biggest Mistake

The source storyline places Sonny under suspicion following a brutal Pentonville incident involving Jen Sidwell and Curtis Ashford. Curtis faces a difficult recovery, while Dante Falconeri’s doubts about his own father deepen Sonny’s isolation.

ADA Justine Turner’s skepticism adds another complication. Even without a conviction, the accusations could damage Sonny’s relationships and standing in Port Charles.

The central allegation is that Ava and Drew engineered the situation, with Drew allegedly paying Vito Coronado to implicate Sonny.

That accusation remains part of the supplied speculative narrative rather than an independently verified on-screen revelation. Still, it creates a compelling possibility: if Sonny uncovers evidence connecting Drew and Ava to the attack, the people attempting to destroy him could become the targets of his retaliation.

And Sonny has several ways to respond.

Revenge Move One: Sonny Could Challenge Ava’s Custody of Avery

Ava’s relationship with Avery could become her greatest vulnerability.

According to the source scenario, Ava has attempted to limit Sonny’s access to their daughter while presenting herself as the more protective parent. If evidence emerges that she deliberately framed Avery’s father, Sonny could use that information in a custody dispute.

A legal challenge would be particularly damaging because it would force Ava to defend her own conduct rather than simply criticize Sonny’s.

However, proving criminal wrongdoing would not automatically mean Ava loses custody. A court would still have to consider Avery’s welfare and the relevant evidence.

The emotional consequences could be even more severe.

Ava might survive a public scandal or another confrontation with Sonny. Losing her daughter’s trust, however, could leave a wound that no courtroom victory could repair.

Revenge Move Two: Drew Could Lose Scout as Alexis Enters the Fight

Drew Cain could face an equally painful threat involving Scout.

The supplied storyline portrays Drew as increasingly controlling and determined to keep Scout away from certain members of the Quartermaine and Corinthos families.

If Sonny obtains credible evidence of Drew’s alleged involvement in the Pentonville conspiracy, Alexis Davis could have grounds to question whether Drew is providing Scout with a stable environment.

Alexis would not necessarily win a custody battle, but she could become a formidable opponent if the allegations were substantiated.

There is another complication: Scout’s relationship with Rocco Falconeri.

The source imagines the teenagers developing a secret romance that Drew would strongly oppose. Rocco could potentially help Scout recognize troubling behavior in her father, particularly if the accusations against Drew become public.

That would create a devastating possibility for Drew.

Even if he retained legal custody, Scout might begin withdrawing from him emotionally. For someone determined to control his family, losing his daughter’s confidence could prove more painful than losing a court case.

Revenge Move Three: Brennan’s Alleged Death Could Expose a Darker Conspiracy

The most explosive theory involves Jack Brennan.

The source describes a possible murder mystery in which a dog named Outback discovers Brennan’s shallow grave in a nature preserve.

It also alleges that Drew steals Brennan’s wallet and plants it beneath the seat of Nina’s car to redirect suspicion.

These details should be treated as unverified elements of the source narrative, not confirmed General Hospital events.

Nevertheless, the scenario creates a potential connection between two dangerous conspiracies.

If investigators discovered evidence tying Drew and Ava to Brennan’s alleged death, Sonny might no longer need to retaliate personally. He could turn over the information and allow law enforcement to pursue the case.

For Drew and Ava, criminal exposure would be considerably more serious than a public feud with Sonny.

The irony would be unmistakable: the characters allegedly trying to send Sonny to Pentonville could find themselves facing prosecution instead.

But that outcome would depend entirely on what evidence actually emerged.

Revenge Move Four: Sonny Could Defeat His Enemies Without Destroying Them

Sonny’s fourth possible strategy might be the most emotionally significant.

Rather than pursuing a personal vendetta, he could concentrate on clearing his name.

That decision could force Dante to reconsider his suspicions and potentially rebuild the relationship between father and son.

Dante’s position is particularly painful because he must balance his responsibilities as a police officer with his loyalty to his family.

If Sonny is exonerated, Dante could find himself confronting the possibility that his professional judgment damaged his relationship with his father.

Meanwhile, Ava and Drew would have to answer for whatever wrongdoing could be proven.

For Sonny, regaining his family’s trust might ultimately matter more than watching his enemies suffer.

Could Phyllis Return and Help Sonny Reconnect With Nina?

Beyond the revenge theories, the source introduces another possibility: Phyllis could return to Port Charles.

No independently confirmed casting announcement or return date is established by the supplied material.

Still, Phyllis would be an intriguing addition to Sonny’s story because of their shared history in Nixon Falls.

She knew Sonny during the period when he lived as Mike and witnessed his complicated relationship with Nina Reeves.

If Phyllis returned, she could remind Sonny of a different chapter in his life, one shaped less by power and retaliation.

The source also imagines Nina facing serious difficulties involving Steinmauer and relying on Willow for help.

Phyllis could potentially become a mediator between Sonny and Nina, encouraging them to confront their unresolved history without demanding a romantic reunion.

That possibility gives the storyline an emotional alternative to revenge.

Sonny might succeed in exposing his enemies while also rediscovering the capacity to forgive.

Sonny’s Biggest Victory Could Come at an Unexpected Price

Four possible strategies stand before Sonny: challenge Ava over Avery, support Alexis in protecting Scout, expose the alleged Brennan conspiracy, or focus entirely on proving his innocence.

Each carries consequences for the people closest to him.

But Phyllis’s potential return introduces a different choice. Sonny could pursue justice without allowing his anger to dictate what happens next.

The most satisfying outcome might not be seeing Ava and Drew lose everything. It could be watching Sonny regain the trust of the family members who doubted him.

Which path should Sonny choose: take away everything Ava and Drew treasure, or clear his name and let the truth deliver its own punishment? Share your thoughts in the comments.