Despite their romantic past, Julie ultimately chose to pursue a relationship with Kayden over Mike. However, Mike refuses to dismiss their connection and remains hopeful that Julie will change her mind. In the meantime, however, Mike has reevaluated his relationship with Victoria, accepting her as his sire and biding by her advice. Of course, part of him can’t help but think this was only to spite Julie. Torrance has taken over his role as Editor of the newspaper, but Mike remains on the journalism staff, happy to have the distraction. However, it doesn’t last long when everything is turned upside down.