5 reasons General Hospital’s Jacinda and Michael make sense (and 5 ways Kristina is the real temptation)

General Hospital’s Michael and Jacinda started their relationship for a fake alibi. While the alibi did not hold up during Alexis’s questioning in court, Michael continued to date Jacinda. They justified their relationship by getting seen in public and getting intimate in private. As Jacinda procured employment at Crimson, Michael came closer to the former escort. At the same time, Michael had the support of his sister, Kristina, who befriended Jacinda. However, in the process, Kristina and Jacinda have become closer than Jacinda and Michael.

5 ways Jacinda and Michael are a perfect couple on General Hospital

1) Intense chemistry between Michael and Jacinda

Although Michael Corinthos (Rory Gibson) paid Jacinda Bracken (Paige Herschell) to lie for him as his alibi in court, they got together to give the claim some truth. What started as a tentative move to justify their alibi developed into a real attraction. Michael realized that he was using Jacinda and made efforts to make her feel valued.

Their recent intimate sessions have hinted at their growing attraction to each other. Michael stood up to Olivia’s displeasure and fought to continue his association with the former escort. Despite Jacinda’s alibi falling apart in court, Michael and Jacinda’s romance continues.

2) A change from being with a ‘good girl’

For years, Michael was in a steady marriage with Willow Tait (Katelyn MacMullen). While his marriage was considered stable till Willow cheated on him with his uncle, Drew Cain (Cameron Mathison), Willow’s persona was that of a good girl and a pushover.

His association with a former escort transforms his dreary romantic storyline into something exciting. This may provide Michael the energy needed to cut ties with the past and make a fresh start.

3) Similarities with past characters

Longtime General Hospital fans may notice similarities between Jacinda and some past characters. Her character resembles Michael’s first love, Abby Haver, who was a stripper. As such, Jacinda may be the type of woman Michael is naturally drawn towards.

Another parallel can be drawn with Michael’s grandmother, Bobbie Spencer, who started her journey as a prostitute. However, she turned her life around and had a more fulfilling journey as a restaurant owner, nurse, mother, and wife. As such, Michael will respect Jacinda’s transformation into a corporate employee.

4) Mutual support and protection

As mentioned before, Michael reached out to Jacinda to provide him with a fake alibi. They went on to meet each other in mock dates to justify their word before the courtroom hearing. Jacinda offered to support Michael’s needs, including meeting Wiley.

In return, Michael supported Jacinda’s new job in Nina’s company. He was often seen coming to Crimson’s office to meet her. The couple even got intimate inside the office once. Michael has also fought with his family to continue dating her and to provide her with a change in professional and societal identity.

5) Jacinda’s past adds interesting twist

Jacinda recently opened up about her past, sharing that her first romance destroyed her relationship with her parents. This level of trust to share vulnerabilities adds romance to their business deal. Moreover, Jacinda bonded with Michael’s sister and his children.

Moreover, Jacinda referred to her past baggage as “luggage” giving a different angle to her experiences. Adding value to her past makes Jacinda an interesting character who is in control of her life and is resourceful. Michael will likely find such a partner more exciting than his former wife.

General Hospital: 5 ways Kristina and Jacinda click together

1) Mutual admiration between the two women adds spark

As General Hospital fans have already noticed, Kristina reached out to Jacinda and offered her support for Michael’s alibi plan. Later, she was seen trying to dissuade Jacinda when she knew her mother’s plan to destroy the alibi. She even tried to protect Jacinda when Jacinda warned her about Councilman Ezra. Kristina's protectiveness spells more than casual friendship.

Kristina often praises Jacinda’s beauty and resourcefulness. In return, Jacinda appreciates Kristina’s support and presence. The two women bond over their meals and the time they spend together. For Michael, Kristina’s presence could ultimately feel overpowering and interfering, but Jacinda appears to welcome her company.

2) Jacinda trusts Kristina with vulnerabilities

As mentioned before, Jacinda shared her “luggage” comment with Kristina, displaying a level of trust that she does not share with Michael. For the Corinthos scion, she may be a fake alibi and a new option to move on; for Kristina, she is another woman with vulnerabilities. As such, she opened up about her deeper scars.

In return, Kristina genuinely prefers her company over others and shares her thoughts, emotions, and problems. Fans have noticed her face lighting up at the sight of Jacinda, while she looks uncomfortable and jealous when the latter pays attention to Michael.

3) Emotional chemistry between Kristina and Jacinda

As fans know, Jacinda is an escort used to being utilized by men. Her relationship with Michael, though more respectful, is still based on physical connection. However, Jacinda shares an emotional bond with Kristina since the latter values her as an individual beyond utility. They share a level of comfort in which they can expose their true selves to each other.

GH viewers have noticed the two women exchanging glances and unspoken cues in many situations that spell a deeper connection than mere outward friendship. For Kristina, who has not had a romantic relationship since Blaze left town, Jacinda is closest to what she misses.

4) A truer relationship for Jacinda

Since her parents broke off from her, Jacinda has been surrounded by cynical, cold men who have used and misused her, such as Ezra. Although Michael is different from them, she may still miss the right connections with him as he is occupied with his own issues, failed marriage, custody of children, and fear of getting arrested.

On the other hand, with Kristina, Jacinda does not feel judged. Kristina sees Jacinda beyond her identity as an escort and is actively helping the latter's broken self emerge from the old rut. This may turn out to be a novel experience for Jacinda, whose past experiences do not show many heart-warming connections.

5) The attraction around a forbidden romance

As things stand in the larger world, Michael is dating Jacinda, while Kristina, as Michael’s supportive sister, offers support and friendship to the new couple. However, both Kristina and Jacinda are bonding beyond their relationship through Michael. Any romantic leanings could complicate their relationships with Michael.

On the other hand, Jacinda's official relationship with Michael keeps Kristina out of bounds. Both Kristina and Jacinda may eventually find these restrictions tempting to break. This triangle of forbidden relationships may make their bond more interesting. Whether this drives the two women to a secret love affair remains to be seen.

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