Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
In court, Belle brings up Sarah loving Xander and asks if she would do anything for him. Justin objects but Sarah says she’d like to answer and says she will not lie for him. Sarah assures that her testimony has been truthful. Belle says so far and thinks back to Brady telling her that Sarah and Xander apologized to him. Belle then asks Sarah if she would lie under oath about her husband’s attempt to murder Brady.
Johnny goes to the Body and Soul studio and praises Alex for his work on the scenes. Alex argues that art was imitating life with his character being forced to lie. Alex says he has a lot of memorizing to do so he’s going to get going. Johnny stops him and says he knows Alex probably hates his guts, but there’s something he needs to say to him so he would appreciate if he hears him out.
Chanel finds Joy outside the Brady Pub and tells her that she knows what she did.
Justin objects while Belle asks if Sarah is aware or not that Xander attempted to kill Brady after mistakenly thinking Brady was responsible for her hit and run. Justin continues to object. Belle then argues that instead of fighting Philip for control of Titan, Xander should be in prison. Xander tells Justin to do something. Justin calls this outrageous as Belle ignores his objections and is assuming facts. Belle apologizes to the judge for getting caught up in the heat of the moment. Justin argues that there’s no evidence while Belle argues that she has reason to believe Sarah has knowledge of a crime. Justin calls it unfair while the judge says she hears his concerns but wants to give it further thought, so she calls a short recess.
Joy asks Chanel what she’s talking about. Chanel responds that she found out about her secret hookup. Joy questions how she found out. Chanel says that Johnny and Alex told her about it the other night. Joy remembers Alex informing her that Chanel believed they were sleeping together. Joy then goes along with it and apologizes for pretending not to know what she meant. Joy asks if Chanel is talking about her and Alex. Chanel asks who else she would be talking about.
Alex tells Johnny to speak his peace before he changes his mind. Johnny says he owes him an apology. Alex says not as big as the one he owes Chanel. Johnny knows Alex hates lying to Chanel and that he made it ten times worse when she walked in on them arguing. Johnny says he would take it all back if he knew how but the cover story was all he could think of in the moment. Alex remarks that he obviously didn’t give a damn how it affected him by telling Chanel that he slept with Joy.
Philip tells Belle that she sure caught Justin off guard and him too. Belle admits she called an audible. Philip asks when she realized that Sarah knew about Xander’s attempted murder of Brady. Belle says she had a hunch after Brady said something to her about Xander and Sarah apologizing to him. Philip guesses she was right and asks if this will get Sarah in trouble because he would hate that. Belle says she would too and she’s just trying to force Xander’s hand. On the other side of the room, Justin questions Xander and Sarah as to why he’s just now hearing about this. Xander didn’t think it would be an issue as he apologized to Brady and even gave him his job back. Sarah adds that if Brady wanted to throw him under the bus, he would’ve shown up to testify. Xander agrees and points out that no one else knows. Justin says that doesn’t mean it goes away and warns Sarah that if Belle continues, Sarah will either have to confirm Xander’s crime or lie under oath. Xander doesn’t think it’s worth Sarah risking her freedom. Sarah worries that if she confirms what she knows, Xander’s birthright disappears and Philip wins. Justin calls that a definite possibility as long as potential criminal charges being brought against Xander for attempted murder. Philip asks what Belle thinks. She tells him it depends on if the judge allows her to continue this angle. Philip guesses they are about to find out.
Joy apologizes to Chanel as she didn’t realize that she knew. Chanel explains that she walked in on Johnny and Alex arguing about it the other day and says that Johnny thinks Alex might be taking advantage of her. Joy assures that Alex didn’t do anything wrong. Chanel says she just wants to make sure she’s okay. Joy thanks her and says she’s fine. Chanel remarks that Joy is not the only one who had to work closely with someone she’s slept with, explaining that she and Alex weren’t on the best terms but Abe thinks their tension would give them a spark. Chanel says that kind of tension isn’t worth it and messes with everything. Chanel tells Joy that she’s here if she ever wants to talk about it. Joy responds that she would like to talk about it as she doesn’t think she can keep it to herself much longer.
Johnny tells Alex that he really is sorry as Stephanie walks in. Alex asks what she heard. Stephanie confirms that she heard Alex is sleeping with Joy and says it’s not her business as they aren’t together anymore. Alex tries to explain that it’s not really like that at all.
The judge announces she’s ready to rule on Justin’s objection and has decided to allow Belle to continue her current line of questioning, but warns her to tread carefully. She reminds Sarah that she is still under oath and tells Belle to proceed. Belle asks Sarah again what she knew about Xander’s alleged plot to murder Brady Black. Sarah respectfully declines to respond. Belle asks the judge to instruct Sarah to answer the question while Justin argues that Sarah is not required to testify against her husband, so the judge allows Sarah to step down. The judge calls a recess while she weighs her decision. Philip tells Belle that was a huge fail but Belle feels not necessarily and suggests they go talk somewhere else, so they exit the room.
Philip and Belle walk through the town square while Philip questions there being any upshot. Belle explains that she knew there was a chance Justin would get Sarah out but she thinks it works in their favor and that Sarah not testifying will make the judge suspicious as it’s basically admitting Xander is guilty. Philip admits he’s impressed. Belle felt playing by the book wasn’t going to get them a win but says if she was Xander now, she’d be pretty nervous.
Xander praises Justin and thinks he outmaneuvered Belle while Justin feels Belle still accomplished her goal. Justin says that Belle cast serious doubt about Xander’s character. Xander argues that the judge should go off facts but Justin says the judge is interested in who is the best person to run the company. Xander guesses they got lucky that Philip didn’t get Belle to bring up the fact that he recently tried to shoot him which shocks Justin. Xander explains that Philip gave him the gun and asked him to do it. Justin remarks that they certainly take disagreements to an interesting level. Xander argues that this is more than about just being CEO but about giving Sarah and Victoria the life they deserve no matter who gets in his way. Justin wants Xander to agree that there will be no more bloodshed but Xander says he can’t make any promises.
Chanel tells Joy that she can talk to her about anything and says it’s nice to not worry about her own problems for once. Joy assures Chanel that her and Alex hooking up was a one time thing that won’t happen again. Chanel asks why not. Joy says once she realized the full impact of what they had done, she regretted it immediately and almost quit her job over it which Chanel questions. Joy talks about it affecting the job and how the producers made Alex and Stephanie stop seeing each other. Chanel points out that was because of the power imbalance and thinks they’d have less of a problem with Alex and Joy since they are both actors and equals. Joy still thinks it’s better if all of that stays in the past and they don’t mix personal with professional. Joy declares that’s why she doesn’t think she should hang out with Chanel and Johnny anymore.
Alex thinks Stephanie deserves to know what’s going on but Stephanie says it’s okay, repeating that they are not together anymore. Stephanie asks to just drop it but Alex says he cares about them as friends a lot, so he wants to be honest with her. Alex tells Stephanie that he’s not sleeping with Joy while Johnny watches on worried. Stephanie tells Alex that she’s confused as when she walked in, she distinctly heard that he and Joy were sleeping together so she asks if that’s not true. Alex then claims it was one time. Stephanie says she doesn’t need to know this. Alex assures it’s not an ongoing thing and they are not in a relationship. Stephanie remarks that it sounds familiar. Johnny interjects to say it was a heat of the moment thing but they both realized it was a mistake after. Alex says he doesn’t want to piss off Kate and Abe again. Stephanie says it’s a little different since he and Joy are on equal footing. Alex still thinks it’s best for everyone if they just move past it, so no one else has to cover up a lie about what they know. Stephanie decides it wouldn’t hurt to let the producers know so they aren’t caught off guard and guesses it’s good she knows so if the press catches wind of it, she’ll have a response prepared. Alex asks if that means they are good. Stephanie tells Alex it doesn’t affect their friendship and says she has errands to run, so she will see them later as she then exits the studio.
Chanel doesn’t understand, arguing that there’s nothing wrong with being friends with co-workers. Joy says it feels really messy and she just wants to focus on the job while it’s kind of distracting that Chanel and Johnny know every detail about her love life. Joy doesn’t want personal drama affecting her work since she’s so new at this. Chanel guesses she can kind of understand, admitting she was mortified when her marital troubles spilled on to set. Chanel says she would hate to lose Joy as a friend. Joy questions if they are really friends as she assumed she was more of an obligation since her mom asked them to look out for her. Chanel insists that she has so much fun hanging out with her and she hasn’t had a friend like her in a long time, feeling she can actually count on her. Joy admits she feels the same, so Chanel tells her to stop trying to end their friendship. Chanel says that she can cut off Alex if she wants, but her and Johnny want her in their lives. Joy responds that she doesn’t want to cause any problems. Chanel says she can’t even imagine how she would do that. Chanel adds that no matter what, she’s there for her as they hug.
Philip tells Belle that he’s sorry for doubting her as he should know better. Philip thanks her again for taking his case at the last minute. Belle says she and Shawn watched Victor groom him to take over the business forever and the letter is proof of that. Philip thinks back to talking to Vivian on the phone about her forging the letter. Philip then tells Belle that the letter was pretty clear. Belle adds that she’d much rather see Philip run Titan than Xander since Xander has tried to kill every member of her family including Brady, Eric, Marlena, and Sami. Belle then gets a message that the judge made her decision. Philip notes that was fast and wonders if it’s good news for him or Xander.
Xander and Sarah ask Justin what it means that the judge is already on her way back. Justin says it could mean she wasn’t persuaded by Philip’s claims. Xander feels the will speaks for itself and there’s no way Victor wants to trust the company to Philip and remarks that Philip would have to be out of his mind to think he has a legit case. Justin advises Xander not to get cocky as Belle pulled out all the stops.
Belle wants Philip to be prepared for the possibility that the judge ruled in Xander’s favor. Philip complains that it’s not fair as he’s the only one of Victor’s kids that were groomed to run Titan. Belle encourages that they are still in this, so they will go see how it all plays out. Philip jokes that if Xander gloats, he may have to commit assault in the court room while Belle jokes that she’d want a front row seat to that.
Philip and Belle return to court with Xander, Justin, and Sarah. The judge says she realizes they may be surprised by how quickly she returned but when she considered all sides, she realized it wasn’t as difficult as she thought. The judge declares that Victor’s will is plain to see that he was very clear about his intentions, but in the letter, he was also quite clear that if not for Philip’s mental state, he likely would’ve left him in charge. The judge adds that Belle argued that Philip should not be penalized for the challenges he faced, so she finds Philip’s claims on Titan are valid. Philip asks if they won but the judge says she’s not done, pointing out that Xander has a valid claim to Titan as well. The judge announces her decision that Philip and Xander should each get 50% of Titan, effectively making them co-CEOs.
Joy walks through the town square and runs in to Stephanie. Joy asks if she has a second as she could use some help with her Christmas shopping. Joy mentions picking up some little things for people on the show but she’s stuck on Alex and figured Stephanie knows him pretty well. Joy asks if that’s a problem. Stephanie says she didn’t want to start this now but they should probably talk since she knows Joy and Alex slept together and it’s none of her business, but as the show’s publicist, it’s important that she knows they are in a relationship. Joy assures they are not in a relationship. Stephanie mentions that Alex said the same but she thought he was just trying to spare her feelings. Joy brings up knowing it hasn’t been that long since Alex and Stephanie were together. Stephanie tells her not to worry about that, claiming it wasn’t serious between them at all, and tells Joy not to hesitate on her account if they want to pursue something more. Stephanie declares that Alex is a great guy and she just wants him to be happy. Stephanie says she has a conference call, so she’ll talk to her later and hurries off.
Johnny thanks Alex for not ratting him out. Alex assures he was this close, so Johnny asks why he held back. Alex tells him that he didn’t do it for him and guesses it’s best for Chanel and Joy that it doesn’t come out even if Stephanie once again thinks he’s back to being a player. Johnny comments that Alex seems to care a lot what Stephanie thinks which Alex confirms. Johnny repeats that he’s really sorry. Alex complains that he should be since Johnny’s reputation stays squeaky clean despite cheating on his wife while everyone in town thinks he can’t keep it in his pants. Johnny is sure it will all blow over soon. Alex hopes it’s very soon and tells Johnny to stay out of his way as he storms out of the studio.
Philip tells Xander that obviously it’s not what they wanted, but he thinks Victor would be pleased to see them working together again. Xander agrees since it was hell on earth last time. Philip feels Victor wanted them to get along since he felt bad for Xander being his secret bastard son, but he truly hopes this time will be different unless Xander plans to quit again. Philip says it looks like they are stuck with each other and suggests they put it all behind them to work together for the best interest of the company. Philip offers a handshake but Xander turns and exits with Sarah. Philip comments to Belle that he tried.
Chanel goes to the Body and Soul studio to tell Johnny that she talked to Joy as she wanted to make sure she was okay with the whole Alex thing. Johnny ask what she said. Chanel says that Joy claimed she’s fine and that it was just a one time thing, but she doesn’t know since Joy said one thing but she heard more. Chanel thinks it’s really messing with her head and brings up that Joy was going to leave the show because of it which Johnny claims to not have known about it. Chanel says she thankfully changed her mind but thinks she doesn’t want to be around Alex more than she has to. Chanel adds that Joy also said she didn’t want to be friends with them anymore either which surprises Johnny. Chanel says that made her really sad. Johnny guesses it makes sense since Joy just wants to keep her personal and professional life separate for now. Chanel asks if he’s saying people aren’t allowed to be friends with co-workers. Johnny guesses that can be restricting. Chanel calls it ridiculous but reveals she managed to talk her out of it. Johnny says that’s too bad as maybe it’d be good for Joy to have a little distance. Chanel argues that Joy is clearly feeling some type of way and needs their friendship more than ever.
Joy runs in to Alex in the town square. Alex gives her a heads up that Stephanie now also thinks they slept together too. Joy says she knows since she just bumped in to her. Alex asks what she said to her about it. Joy says Stephanie acted fine, like she didn’t care, but she could tell she’s hiding her feelings because she’s hurt. Joy thinks Stephanie really cares.
Stephanie goes to meet Philip in his room and says she got his message and asks how the trial went. Philip responds that it went extremely well as he won. Stephanie asks if that means Xander is out. Philip explains that he only got 50% of Titan while Xander got the other half, which made him extremely angry so he considers it a win. Stephanie congratulates him and says she’s so happy for him. Stephanie hugs Philip and then they end up kissing.
Xander and Sarah go home where Sarah tries to encourage Xander that he still owns half the company while Xander feels he just lost half the company. Sarah points out that he’s still in charge and she knows he will find a way to work with Philip. Sarah calls it maybe a chance to get to know each others as brothers. Sarah knows it won’t be easy but that he will make the best of a bad situation. Sarah goes to check on Victoria.
Justin tells Belle that was quite a move she made to box them in. Belle isn’t sure it had much to do with the judge’s decision as it really came down to the letter vs the will. Justin says it’s good that Philip found the letter then. Belle is glad Philip got half of Titan as she truly believes he deserves that. Belle admits she can’t help but wonder if the judge made a huge mistake, forcing Xander and Philip to work together every day. Belle worries that one of them won’t make it out alive.
Xander looks to the portrait of Victor and declares that he’s sorry, but playing nice with Philip is not happening so he’s going to find a way to oust Philip from Titan if it’s the last thing he does.
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