While sharing memories of Roman with Eric, Sami begins to open up and vows she will never lose Austin. Kate tries to convince Austin to tell Sami and Carrie about the annulment but Austin refuses, thinking Mike and Carrie are now together. However, his secret may be uncovered when Sami goes snooping around and almost happens upon the annulment papers. After hearing Marlena lament she cannot attend a bacteria conference in Los Angeles that could help Roman, Carrie offers to go. Delighted, Marlena suggests she take Mike with her. Kristen gets wind of a lunch date between John and Marlena and maneuvers quickly to ruin their plans.