Ej is the character I love to hate, unlike Kate, whom I just hate. I think the writing and acting involving EJ have been great. He has developed into such a complex character. I bounce between thinking he’s pure evil and a caring, redeemed person, sometimes in the same show. Maybe he’s a true sociopath, since he can be so loving with Sydney, and then not blink when it comes to killing or harming someone else. That’s why I can’t want him with Sami (whom I see as redeemed, although still often stupid) or Arianna. I think that’s why I’ve wanted him with Nicole for a long time. I love the character, even though she can do the most despicable things. She, too, is complex and sympathetic. I see them as being equals on most levels.