Days of Our Lives Transcript
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[light music]
So I went to see Mark today. He really misses you.
I miss him too.
Yeah, I know you do. [sighs] I know–I know how upset you are about the fact that he’s in prison. I am too. I am too, especially because he was just trying to save Mom.
I know.
It’s just…[sighs] Not everyone sees it that way.
[dramatic music]
Hey, Julie. Julie. Hey.
Oh, Chad, my goodness, I didn’t realize you were here.
That’s OK. I just got here. How you doing?
All right–I mean, as all right as I can be.
Yeah, well, I’m sorry I was gone so long.
Oh, that was no problem. Your children were angels, as always.
Not always.
Always for me.
Well, that’s good for you.
[chuckles]
Are they sleeping?
Yeah. The guys put them to sleep. I was not of much help this evening, I’m afraid.
Well, I’m sure that’s not true. And if JJ and Doug needed you, I’m sure you would have been there.
I’ve been meaning to ask how the session with–with Marlena went.
Fine, I guess. Sit down. What I really appreciate is, Marlena did not pressure me about coming back. She said we can have this one session, and you go home, you think about it, and then decide whether or not you want to return.
Good. So what’s the verdict? Are you gonna go back? Did it help?
– Ah. There’s my girl.
Hey.
Mm.
Mm.
Mm.
What are you doing here?
I just got off work, and I knew you were working late, so I thought maybe I’d swing by and see if my beautiful wife would like to join me for a late dinner.
[sighs] I really wish I could. Xander, it has been the craziest day today.
How so?
Well, in a nutshell, a bunch of people were poisoned, including your cousin Alex.
Mm. That was well worth the wait.
Yeah, it was. Mm. And just so you know, I would have kissed you even if you hadn’t almost died.
Damn. I went through all that for nothing?
[laughs] The important thing is, it’s over.
I’m just so relieved that you’re OK.
Hmm. You and me both. [chuckles] How much would that have sucked if I kicked the bucket right when we finally decided to be together?
Well, I hope you know that if your near-death experience caused you to change your mind–
Are you kidding me? Steph, my near-death experience made me want to be with you even more, just the thought of never seeing that beautiful face again? Mm-mm.
I just– [sighs] I just really wish–
What?
[sighs] Not to spoil the mood, I just– [sighs] I really don’t want to have to break the news to Joy about us.
Yeah. Yeah, I feel so bad for her. I’ve had my heart broken enough times to know that a relationship ending, it can feel like your life is ending too.
[suspenseful music]
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
[dramatic music]
Mm, I’m just hoping Joy doesn’t take it too hard. I mean, we’ve only been dating about a month. [phone beeps]
Oh, sorry, one second. Oh, it’s my dad. He’s just giving me an update on my mom.
What’s going on with your mom?
Oh, my God, I can’t believe I hadn’t told you.
Tell me what?
While we were waiting for the paramedics, I found out that my mom was poisoned too.
What? Steph, I’m assuming she’s all right, or else you wouldn’t be here.
Yeah, she is all right, thank God.
Good.
They’re treating her at the hospital. They’re keeping her there overnight just to be on the safe side.
[scoffs] Thank God. I mean, it’s no coincidence that your mother and I were both poisoned the exact same damn night.
No, it’s not. You were pretty out of it, but the paramedics said that several members of “Body & Soul” cast and crew were all targeted.
[sighs]
They were sent scripts laced with a contact toxin. I assume that’s how you got sick.
A contact toxin? It must have been. Yeah, I mean…[scoffs] It’s just crazy to me. One minute, I was just going over my script with Joy.
Oh, my God, Joy.
[suspenseful music]
[phone ringing]
Thankfully, we had the antidote already here in the lab, so we haven’t lost anyone, although not everyone has been accounted for. The police are still working on that.
What about Alex?
I was told that he’s OK.
Oh, thank God.
Mm.
Wonder if Justin and Philip have heard the news.
I have no idea. Speaking of your brother, I haven’t heard you complain about him in a while. Does that mean you two are turning a corner?
Well, actually, I think maybe we have. You know, these last couple of weeks, Philip and I have been working pretty well together.
I’m glad to hear that.
[chuckles] In fact, he’s now in support of my idea to go after DiMera Enterprises. [dramatic music]
What? You said that he was opposed to that.
Not anymore. We’re both gung ho now to destroy our competition.
[breathing heavily] [knock at door]
Mom.
Hey, look, I’m– I’m sorry to drop by unannounced, but I really need someone to talk to, and I didn’t want to give you a chance to say you were busy or whatever.
Well, as much as I admire your guerrilla-style tactics, I actually am busy… [sighs] Getting ready for bed. I have an early meeting tomorrow.
So really, you’re gonna turn away your mom? You know, Roman is still in Chicago visiting Rex, and actually, I don’t have anyone to turn to, so…
OK, fine. What’s the problem?
Thank you. Well, in a nutshell, my career as a soap opera mogul is a complete disaster. And frankly, it’s depressing as hell.
If you are asking did Marlena cure my depression in one magical session, the answer is no. [sighs] She was lovely to me, but I really don’t see how therapy is going to help my problem. My problem is that Doug is gone and I’m lost without him.
Yeah. You and Doug were together for a very, very long time. So, you know, that’s decades of memories and decades of love. So it makes–makes all the sense in the world that you’d be having a hard time right now.
Thank you so much for understanding. I mean, I’m sorry. I’m hoping I can be that feisty old gal again. Maybe she’s around here somewhere. I doubt it.
No, I think– I think she is. And I think you’ll find her. You know, so maybe talking to Marlena, if not for a cure, at least for some comfort.
OK. I will book another session.
OK.
I do realize I can’t go on living like this. And if I realize it at all, it’s thanks to you.
You know, in my long life, I’ve lost a lot of people… [dramatic music] Loved ones, friends. It’s always hard. But this, losing my life partner, the love of my life, it’s just a bigger blow than I’ve ever had to take. And I honestly feel I’ve lost a part of myself.
Yeah, I know. I get it.
You do. We know we never stop loving, never stop missing.
But I also understand, eventually, my heart will open again. And I’ll be able to appreciate all these blessings that I do have. That’s you, you, your children, this wonderful family, all the friends that have showered me with love and support. [chuckles] So be of good cheer. I’ll get there. I’ll–I’ll adapt.
Yes, you will.
[laughs]
Hey. We need you. You’re very important to us.
And you are very important to me. And in this process, I have consequently done some soul-searching.
And I have had a change of heart about someone.
Oh? Who’s that?
Cat Greene.
Hey, Cat, is Mark a bad person? [light music]
No, no, no. Mark is not a bad person. He did a bad thing, right, but for a good reason, just like what I did when I lied to Chad DiMera. He didn’t deserve that. He didn’t deserve what I put him through, and especially not, because he’s such a wonderful man.
In what way?
Well, he’s really good with his kids. He’s a really loving father. He’s courageous and strong– not, like, in a machismo kind of way. Just, like, he’s brave, and, you know, he’s strong but sensitive. And he’s smart. He’s so funny. He is hilarious. [laughs]
Wow. You really like him, don’t you?
Xander, I told you that I do not want you to break the law. [dramatic music]
Relax. Philip and I will find a legitimate way to go after DiMera and seize control. No illegal tactics, I promise.
Is that a promise you can keep?
Well, we might have to bend some rules a smidge.
Xander!
But we won’t break them.
[sighs] I do not like the idea of you starting a war with Kristen DiMera, of all people. She will not go down without a fight. And you know how deadly that woman can be.
We’ll be careful. I can promise you that too.
[sighs] Well, unfortunately, that doesn’t really mean anything to me. Damn. I cannot believe that Philip let you talk him into this.
Oh, I didn’t have to. It was Philip’s idea to move forward with the idea.
I can’t believe some crazy fan poisoned your cast and crew.
[scoffs] Yeah, well, at least no one’s died as of yet. I mean, the police are still checking with people who didn’t pick up their phone.
Wait, what about Stephanie? Is she OK?
Yeah, no, she’s fine. I mean, I don’t know, maybe Whitley King knew she was about to quit.
Steph quit the show?
Yeah. Yeah, that’s what I’m telling you. I mean, it’s been one thing after another, from the dueling divas, the cheating spouses, the venomous columnist, the crazy fan– the murderous fan. And now we lose our publicist just when we need her the most.
Well, at least she wasn’t poisoned.
[sighs] Look, my point is, the show has just been plagued with problems. I’m really wondering if doing this venture is, I mean, worth all the trouble.
Are you saying you’re ready to throw in the towel?
I don’t know. I mean, I really don’t. I mean, the reason that I was looking forward to executive producing a soap opera is because it would be fun, you know, exciting. And it actually brought a little joy for a while. And now there’s no joy. It’s dead. Dead. [phone ringing] [suspenseful music]
[sighs] She’s not picking up.
Oh, my God, I feel so awful. I was so worried about you, it never occurred to me that Joy could be affected too.
I have to get over there, Steph.
Oh, Alex, Alex, you’re still too weak.
I’ll be fine, seriously. I just–I have to make sure she’s OK, really. If she didn’t get that antidote, her life could be in danger.
OK, well, let me drive you.
OK. Let’s go.
OK.
[exhales heavily] [light music]
Well, yes, yes, you know, of course I like him. He’s a–you know, like I said, a wonderful man.
Do you like, like him?
Mm, no. No, uh-uh. It’s nothing like that. Mm-mm. It’s just–it’s– OK, yes, it is just like that. I like, like him.
Does he know that?
Yes, actually, he knows that I have feelings for him. But it’s not like he could ever like me back.
Why not?
[scoffs] Because of what I did to him. What I did destroyed any chance that we could ever be together. [sighs] – So you’ve had a change of heart about Cat, huh?
Well, not precisely a change of heart. I do realize now that she was strong-armed into doing all the things she did by Clyde, so… that doesn’t mean I forgive her, not for all the months and months of duplicitous lies. But I don’t need to be so vocal about it, especially now that you and she are friends?
Mm, no, I don’t–I– [clears throat] I wouldn’t go that far. No, I mean, we’re in a better place, sure, but friends? [dramatic music] No. Maybe someday.
Sorry things are such a mess. Is there anything I can do to help?
No. You’ve done that already just by listening. Abe and I will take care of this and hopefully figure it out. Anyway, so how are you doing? How’s the work situation?
Believe it or not, Xander and I are actually getting along.
Good. Really, so Sarah and Stephanie are keeping their mouths shut?
Yeah. My brother still thinks the letter from Dad is legit, which is great because he’s finally making a real effort to work with me. In fact, we’ve teamed up to make a pretty big power play.
Really? Do tell.
Well, Xander and I– drumroll, please…
Oh. [patting lap]
We’re going to take over DiMera Enterprises.
You’re saying it was Philip’s idea to go after DiMera?
Well, it was my idea originally, as you know. And Philip shot it down initially. But now, in the spirit of working together and more likely probably because he realizes the brilliance of said idea, he’s had a change of heart.
That doesn’t make any sense.
Why not? What do you mean?
This isn’t about Xander’s misdeeds. He’s the victim here.
[laughs]
And you know Xander better than anyone. You’ve seen what he’s capable of when he was just a regular guy with regular resources. Do you really want to see what he’ll do if given the full, unchecked power of Titan Industries?
No, I’m just– I’m surprised. You said that Philip adamantly opposed the idea of a hostile takeover of DiMera.
Well, he did at the time, when I first pitched the idea. But his main objection was about Stephanie, her having gotten caught up last time. He just didn’t want that to happen again.
So, what, he just– he doesn’t care now?
Well, no, it’s just not really an issue now because she dumped him.
[knocking]
Joy? [knocking] Joy, it’s Alex. Are you in there? [knocking] Joy. [suspenseful music] Oh, my God, Joy.
[gasps]
Joy, Joy. Hey.
Oh, my God.
Hey, can you hear me? Joy. Oh, my God. She has a pulse, but it’s weak. Steph, we got to get her to the hospital.
Yeah.
OK, come on.
OK.
OK, Joy, it’s all right.
OK.
It’s OK. It’s OK.
OK.
All right. Here, just stand her up.
OK.
OK. Easy.
We got you.
OK. [light music]
Now, I would like to think that maybe Chad could forgive me one day. I just–I don’t know. I don’t know. I don’t see that happening.
Why not? I did.
[chuckles] Yes, you did. And I’m really grateful for that. So happy we have this. But, like, even if Chad could forgive me, it’s still– I just don’t think he has those kind of feelings for me.
That’s kind of like me and Todd.
Oh, right. When you first liked Todd, he didn’t like you back. That’s right. I remember. And then you gave him your meat loaf sandwich, and he was like, oh, I do like you. [laughs]
And now he’s my boyfriend.
Yeah. Yeah. And, you know, I’m so happy for you guys. You are the most adorable couple. [chuckles] [sighs] I mean, they do say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, but I think it’s gonna take a little bit more than a meat loaf sandwich for me and Chad to turn it all around.
So I promise not to be so critical of Cat, although sometimes my straight-shooter instincts just kind of slip out.
Yeah. Well, I appreciate the effort. That’s very kind of you.
If I’m gonna be spending more time with Marlena, the least I can do is be courteous to her little assistant. That’s assuming Cat gets the assistant job.
Yeah, I hope she does. I think she deserves a second chance.
A second chance. Doug would approve. [dramatic music] He was a champion of second chances.
I’m sorry, I–that’s– I got to go back to “The Spectator.” There’s a big story that my editor wants in tomorrow’s paper, so…
You gonna be OK?
I’m gonna be fine. In fact, tonight I might even try to go up there and sleep in a great big empty bed again.
Well, good luck.
And if I don’t make it, this is a very comfy little sofa here.
Yeah, I bet that bed’s comfier, though.
Yes, it is. So I’ll try.
I love you.
I love you too.
[sighs]
[monitor beeping]
She gonna be OK? She was left untreated way longer than I was.
Yeah. Yeah, I was concerned about that too. But when the antidote is in her system, it should work pretty quickly.
She was all alone. I should have never left her.
Yeah, but then you would be in really bad shape as well.
Yeah, but still, I just wish it occurred to me that she could have been in trouble too.
Yeah. Well, she’s being taken care of now. How are you feeling?
I’m fine, thanks to that antidote.
Hmm.
How did you come up with it so fast, anyway?
Well, actually, we had it in the lab already. Once we figured out the toxin that Whitley King used, we just had to find the right drug to counteract the effects. So far, everyone’s made a full recovery.
Wow.
Alex? Alex, is that you?
Hey, Joy, yeah. I’m right here.
Why am I in the hospital? What happened to me?
Poor Joy. Such a nightmare.
Well, she’s lucky she had you and Alex looking out for her.
[sighs] I just wish we’d gotten there sooner.
We? So you and Alex are back together?
Why do you ask?
Philip told me that you broke things off with him, but he was vague about the details. I thought maybe you chose Alex over him.
Did it never occur to you, Philip, that had people found out that you were committing fraud that they might think that I was in on it, that maybe I was helping to deceive the public into thinking that you were this poor victim who was wrongly deprived of his birthright?
But I was. If I had overcome my demons just a few months sooner, it would have changed everything. My dad would have left me in charge.
That is pure speculation. And you know that will is solid, meaning you stole half the company from Xander.
Well, he deserved to have it stolen from him. I mean, it’s not like Xander is some upstanding guy either.
That is irrelevant. Damn it, Philip, I never would have done PR for you had I known that you were trying to pull this scheme.
You used me.
No, no, Steph. Look…[sighs] Let’s talk about this over dinner.
Oh, there is no dinner. In fact, you and I are through, Philip, professionally and personally.
Alex is not the reason why I stopped seeing Philip.
[sighs]
Hey.
Oh, how’s Joy?
Well, her vitals are almost back to normal, so I think she’ll make a full recovery.
Thank God. Can I go see her?
Sure. Yeah.
Well, I’m glad Joy is gonna be OK.
Me too. Honestly, I wasn’t so sure at first ’cause she’d been suffering the effects of the poison a lot longer than the others.
I see what you mean about a crazy night.
[sighs]
So do you think you’re still gonna be too busy to grab dinner?
You go ahead. I actually need some more time to wrap things up here. And I don’t want you to wait any longer than you already have.
OK. I’ll go to the pub, grab us both some takeout, and see you back at the house, yeah?
That sounds good.
OK. Love you.
Mm. [tense music]
So you and Xander are going to attempt a takeover of DiMera.
Not just attempt. We are going to succeed.
What? You don’t like the idea.
Look, I admire your ambition. I really do. Your father would too. But you need to give it more thought, you know. You may be ruffling the wrong feathers.
I’m not afraid of Kristen.
[clears throat]
Plus, wouldn’t it be great to pay her back for trying to kill you a few years ago?
Uh-huh, it would. But I’m not concerned with Kristen.
Then who, Chad?
No, darling, I’m not talking about Chad either. I’m talking about Sarah.
Sarah, who knows your secret, who agreed to remain silent because you were going to help her keep Xander in line.
And I will.
Really, by going forward with this war that Sarah was against from the beginning, especially if it involves Xander using underhanded tactics?
Look, I get what you’re saying, but I’m sure if it was a problem, I would have heard from her by now.
[scoffs] [phone beeps]
It’s Sarah. Yeah, she wants to meet.
[scoffs]
[tense music]
[sighs] Let me guess, you’re not happy about Xander and me taking over DiMera.
You’re damn right I’m not. I thought that we had an understanding, that I wouldn’t tell Xander that you stole half of his company. In exchange for my silence, you would keep my husband’s worst instincts in check.
And I am.
By egging him on to start a war with the DiMeras, of all people?
I believe you also asked me to work with him. So in a way, this is what you wanted.
[scoffs] Don’t be a smart-ass.
Look, we aren’t going to do anything illegal.
[scoffs] That’s what Xander said too. But this is an aggressive move. And you know damn well that it is going to be very difficult not to get your hands dirty.
Sarah, I promise, I’ll make sure your hubby doesn’t break the law.
[chuckles] Well, this may come as a shock to you, but those words ring really hollow right now. And since you’re turning out to not be a very good influence on Xander, well, I think maybe that we should just tell him the truth, that you have no claim on Titan.
Well, well, well. Hmm. What a coincidence. My son and I were just talking about you.
Hello, Kate.
Hmm. He was filling me in on the plot to take control of DiMera.
Keep your voice down, will you?
Oh, gee, I didn’t know it was supposed to be a surprise.
You know damn well it is. I should have known Philip would go blabbing to his mummy.
Oh, like you didn’t tell your wife?
That’s different. Sarah’s good at keeping secrets.
Mm, I bet she is.
Nor does she have a financial stake in DiMera, like you do.
Oh, no worries there. I handed over my shares of DiMera to EJ a few years ago, so I am fully divested.
So you support our decision? [dramatic music]
Well, I have reservations. I mean, Kristen can be formidable, but, well, it’s actually just another way of saying that she can be a holy terror with a heart of stone, so…
Well, we can handle her, although I will admit I do wish that we’d struck when she was a bit more vulnerable, you know, when her daughter was missing.
Oh, my God, you do have a heart, don’t you?
Kate, this is serious business. I thought you, of all people, would understand that. Or maybe you’ve lost your competitive edge now that you’re in a somewhat frivolous business.
Frivolous? Hmm. Producing a soap opera is not frivolous. [chuckles] As a matter of fact, running “Body & Soul” is so much more challenging and serious than I could have imagined, especially given what has transpired lately, you know, all the drama behind the scenes.
[sighs]
I can’t believe that woman did this. My God, I would have died if it weren’t for you, Alex. You saved my life.
[sighs] All I did was bring you to the hospital.
Yeah, but if you hadn’t come back for me when you had– I don’t even want to think about it. [monitor beeping] I’m so grateful for you, Alex. And I’m so grateful for you too, Stephanie. I mean, you saved his life. If he weren’t with you when he collapsed, I–
Did you two run into each other in the hallway or something?
Yeah. Yeah, that’s– that’s what happened.
Well, that’s really lucky. Thank God I didn’t lose you.
[light music]
Mmm, mmm. Mm-hmm. I am very happy that you twisted my arm into getting us to share a sundae together. [laughs] It’s cheering me up. Thank you.
I’m glad.
Mm.
Hands. Hands. Hey, you’re such a wonderful sister.
[chuckles] Thanks. You are too.
[chuckles] One more bite. [laughter] Now, come here. Mm. Hug me. Aw. I love you.
Love you too.
[laughs]
Hi, Cat.
Chad, hi. Felicity, this is Chad DiMera. Chad, this is my little sister, Felicity.
Hey, Felicity. It’s very nice to meet you.
Same here.
So, what, are we having sundaes? We celebrating a big occasion?
Kind of.
Yeah. We’re celebrating the fact that I got my new job.
Marlena got the approval.
Yep. It’s all set.
That’s great. I’m really happy for you.
Thank you. [chuckles]
OK, all right, I’m gonna let you two enjoy your sundae and–
Wait, why don’t you two share the sundae?
[dramatic music]
Come on, old girl. You can do this.
[light music]
That is very, very kind of you, Felicity. And as much as I would love to have some of that sundae, I have to go to the office and do some work.
Of course, yeah. Have a good night.
You too. Bye, Felicity.
Worth a try.
Sarah, be reasonable, OK? I mean, if you tell Xander the truth, I’m out on my ass, obviously. And then there won’t be anyone around to keep your husband in check.
Who’s keeping him in check now?
I am. Look, he and I, we haven’t done anything wrong. And as I said, I’ll do my best to make sure it stays that way. But I can’t have…. [growls] [exhales forcefully] You freaking out and threatening me over every single decision we make.
Tough, because in case it wasn’t clear to you, you have to play by my rules. [tense music]
So what are you saying? We have to drop our takeover plans?
No. You can proceed, for now. But if I get any hint that things are not on the up-and-up, I will not hesitate to pull the plug. Do you understand?
Fine, although for the record, I think you’re overreacting.
Oh, I don’t give a damn what you think. I’m calling the shots now. And I can blow you out of the water anytime I want. Don’t forget that.
[door slams]
[sighs]
To be fair, Sarah just told me about how your whole cast and crew were poisoned by some obsessed fan.
Yeah, well, they caught the culprit, and luckily, no one died, so…
[sighs] Thank God for that. But apparently, things were quite dire for Joy Wesley.
Joy? What–is Joy a victim?
Yeah, I was at the hospital when they brought her in.
Well, is she OK?
Sarah said she’s gonna be fine. Yeah, Alex and Stephanie, they found her just in the nick of time.
[sighs] Such a relief, huh? Joy’s gonna be OK.
Yeah. Yeah, yeah, it is a relief.
[sighs] And you know what? I’m glad you didn’t say anything– about us, I mean…
[sighs]
Not that you would have, but obviously, it wasn’t the right time
No, no, definitely not the right time. But when she’s better, I’ll break her the news.
Only if you’re sure.
Have I not made myself clear enough that I’m sure?
No, you’ve made yourself pretty clear.
OK.
[chuckles] I just– I obviously need constant reassurance. [dramatic music]
Well, then allow me to constantly reassure you.
That’s very kind.
I just–I hate being needy…
Mm.
You know, insecure.
Mm. Steph, I’m crazy about you, no matter what. And it just so happens that I’m– I’m a little insecure and needy myself.
Oh, yeah?
Yeah. I think, right now, I need you to tell me that you feel as I do right in this moment.
And how is it that you feel right in this moment?
Like you, Stephanie Johnson, are the only one for me. You’re the only one I want to be with.
Well, allow me to reassure you, Alex Kiriakis, that I feel exactly the same way.
[sighs]
[tense music]
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