Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Alex meets with Kate at the Brady Pub and says he has a big project in mind that he can’t pull off without her. Kate says he has her interest and asks what it is.
Jada wakes up at Stephanie’s apartment. Stephanie gives her coffee and says she’s surprised Jada is up early after working so late. Jada talks about EJ’s shooting being one dead end after the next so she was hoping for a big break in the case. Jada then gets a call from Shawn, who asks if she can get somebody to cover his shift because he’s not feeling so hot today so he doesn’t feel like he’d be much use to the squad today. Jada tells him to get his rest and back to 100%. Shawn thanks her. Jada asks if there’s any news on Bo. Shawn says there’s been a small setback but they are holding out hope. Jada says she’ll be praying for him as they hang up. Shawn tells Steve that he hates lying to Jada. Steve explains that they don’t want to incriminate anyone or tip off anyone that Dr. Russell’s drug was stolen. Shawn says they better find it because it might be Bo’s only chance of survival.
Kevin remains outside and calls Philip, leaving a message that he doesn’t know how much longer he can wait for him and questions him not answering the phone.
At the Kiriakis Mansion, Sarah and Maggie put Victoria down for a nap. Maggie mentions being surprised that Xander left Sarah stranded at the hospital. Sarah thinks he was rattled after being told that Dr. Russell’s drug was stolen since it was the only reason he was interested in buying the hospital. Maggie guesses that explains EJ’s interest in the hospital too. Maggie asks if Sarah thinks EJ stole the drug. Sarah says that Xander seems to think so, but she has the feeling that he had another lead when he rushed off to try to salvage the situation. Sarah hopes that Xander is not getting himself in to trouble.
Philip crawls on the floor of his hotel room with a bloody nose after being punched by Xander. Xander kicks him for cheating him out of his inheritance and for lying to him for months. Xander kicks him again and says Philip screwed over the company and cost Bo his life. Philip tries to say he doesn’t understand. Xander declares that Philip sealed his fate, so nothing he says can save him as he kicks him on the ground again.
Jada tells Stephanie how grateful she is for her kindness and having her support. Stephanie knows how tough it’s been since her break up with Rafe. Stephanie says she appreciates having her around too, especially with what’s going around with Bo. They agree that they are lucky to have each other to lean on. Stephanie then realizes her manuscript is missing and asks Jada if she’s seen it but she hasn’t. Stephanie says it was just a personal project she came across when cleaning out her office. Jada asks where she remembers seeing it last. Stephanie says it was right there as Alex was looking at it before bed, so she wonders where it could’ve went.
Alex presents Kate with Stephanie’s novel “One Stormy Night” and says one of his friends wrote it but it’s unpublished. Alex adds that his friend wants to remain anonymous because some of the content is a little racy. Kate begins reading it and agrees it’s definitely racy. Alex adds that it’s well-written, funny, and touching so he feels there’s a market for something like this. Kate confirms sometimes they become best sellers. Alex thinks this has the chance to be one with the right editor. Kate guesses that’s where she comes in. Alex says Kate produced hit after hit for Titan Publishing, most of which were romance novels. Kate calls that a lifetime ago. Alex asks her to take a look at it as he would appreciate honest feedback. Kate questions what she would get out of doing this for him.
Steve reveals to Shawn that Marlena called him while he was on the phone and John is on a flight back home tonight. Shawn says he’s so relieved for everyone involved. Steve says now they need to have a happy ending for their family too. They talk about being on to something with Kevin Lambert who Shawn also knows from high school. Shawn says Kevin used his key card right before they got there while Steve points out that Dr. Russell had given his team the weekend off. Shawn says Kevin has to be who they heard leaving the lab right before they walked in and the one who stole the drug, but he doesn’t understand why. Steve suggests he give Kevin a call.
Kevin continues pacing outside when he gets a call from Jeffrey. Kevin ignores it and calls Philip again, leaving another message that he’s worried Jeffrey might be onto him so he needs him to take the drug off his hands now.
Xander kicks Philip on the ground and calls him a pathetic loser who destroys everything he touches. Xander talks about how Victor could have cleared his name but he faked his death and sent him away because he was ashamed of him and didn’t leave him a damn thing. Xander complains that Philip destroyed everything between them and the family. Xander says God knows who else was forced to cover for him. Xander says Victor sent him away because he couldn’t stand to look at him and he can’t either. Xander declares that he never wants to look at him again. Xander goes to walk out but Philip says Sarah’s name, so Xander stops and asks what about Sarah.
Kate tells Alex that editing was her career so she knows coverage of a manuscript is very time consuming. Alex assures that he will pay her for her time, but if the novel is as good as he thinks, he wants to use it to relaunch Titan Publishing’s book division with Kate at the helm. Kate admits she didn’t know what to expect when he reached out and it certainly wasn’t this but he’s given her a lot to think over. Alex questions what there is to think over, feeling it’s a win-win. Kate says not to get ahead of themselves and she will let him know what she thinks of the book. Kate wants to make sure it’s not a scam as she brings up Jack once getting ahold of a book she wrote about her life and taking credit for it, so she wants to make sure Alex’s friend isn’t making money on someone else’s content. Alex explains that his friend is only embarrassed by the book’s sexual content.
Stephanie wonders where her manuscript could’ve gone. Jada offers to stay and help her look for it but Stephanie says she’s sure it’s here somewhere. Stephanie suggests they go out for breakfast instead which Jada accepts. Stephanie suggests going to the Bakery. Jada thinks Chanel would appreciate their support. Stephanie says her loyal customers have come to her defense, so she wouldn’t be surprised if there’s a line.
Shawn tells Steve that something feels off as Kevin was never one to start trouble growing up. Steve suggests if he is in trouble, maybe he’d be open to Shawn throwing him a lifeline. Shawn decides to find out and calls Kevin. Shawn knows this seems out of the blue but asks to meet today. Kevin says today is no good as he’s sort of in the middle of something. Shawn asks if that has to do with Versavix. Kevin questions how he knew about that. Shawn tells Kevin that if he’s in any kind of trouble, he can help him. Kevin brings up Shawn being a cop. Shawn tells Kevin that he’s his friend and he can keep the cops and Dr. Russell off his back, but he needs him to meet today in the town square. Shawn says he’ll be waiting and hangs up.
Sarah tries calling Xander but it goes straight to voicemail. Maggie encourages that it could just be bad service or another call while Sarah worries that he could be up to no good as she has such a bad feeling because of how angry Xander has been. Maggie says she doesn’t blame him since he’s been forced to play nice with Philip. Sarah thought a nice relaxing weekend would help Xander get rid of some of that anger. Maggie hopes she’s not blaming herself. Sarah assures that she isn’t but she did feel so guilty and asks if Xander would be so caring towards her if he knew that she helped keep Philip’s secret for all these months. Maggie thought she made peace with the fact that no good could come from telling Xander the truth now. Sarah agrees as she doesn’t think Xander could ever get over a betrayal like that.
Xander asks Philip what about his wife and tells him to say what he has to say. Philip responds that Sarah knew. Xander questions what Sarah knew but Philip passes out from the pain of being attacked.
Kate tells Alex that she has to meet Philip so she will read the manuscript and then they can meet again. Alex asks Kate not to tell anyone about it until they are sure about it. Alex assures that he wants to share the author’s work and talent with the world but Kate’s the expert. Kate says she does have an eye for these things and guesses that Alex does too as she walks away.
Shawn and Steve wait for Kevin in the town square. Jada and Stephanie approach them instead. Jada thought Shawn was sick. Shawn says he’s definitely not feeling well and claims that Steve picked up a prescription for him. Stephanie invites them to join them at the Bakery. Shawn says he doesn’t have an appetite while Steve says he has to get back to work. Stephanie and Jada tell Shawn to feel better while Stephanie tells Steve that she’ll see him later. Stephanie and Jada walk away. Steve worries that Jada didn’t buy Shawn’s story. Shawn hopes that once they clean this mess up, he can explain everything to her. Kevin then arrives to meet them. Shawn introduces him to Steve, who says it’s better to have a private investigator than the cops involved. Shawn tells Kevin that they can help him, but only if he tells them everything.
Sarah tells Maggie that she’s going to drive herself crazy waiting for Xander to come home. Sarah then asks Maggie to keep an eye on Victoria because she’s going to work. Maggie argues that she just left the hospital. Sarah says she has a mound of paperwork that she can catch up on and that is better than sitting her, fearing the worst. Sarah tells Maggie to have Xander call her if he comes home because she wants some answers and who knows what else he is keeping from her. Sarah then decides she’s a giant hypocrite for being upset that Xander is keeping something from her when she kept a secret from him for months. Maggie argues that it’s not the same since she kept the secret to protect her marriage and family. Sarah says she should’ve known something was off when Xander was asking about the cure for Sepsis. Sarah thought he was just concerned for Bo but he was pumping her for information in some battle against EJ. Maggie points out that it seems like something Victor would have done.
Xander tries to wake Philip up. Xander then tries to check his pulse and sees Philip’s phone. Xander then runs out of the room. Kate arrives and opens Philip’s door and screams when she finds Philip unconscious inside.
Jada asks Stephanie who the guy is with Steve and Shawn. Stephanie responds that she has no clue as she’s never seen him before. Alex then joins Stephanie and Jada, so Stephanie invites him to join them in eating. Jada then gets a text about a situation at the hospital and has to go, so she gives her bagel to Alex. Stephanie guesses the police commissioner’s work is never done. Jada agrees that there’s always something going on in this town as she walks away.
Kate arrives to the hospital as paramedics bring Philip in on a stretcher. Sarah is there and asks what happened and if he’s been unconscious long. Kate says he was like this when she found him and says she has to save her son as Philip is brought to the ER.
Alex and Stephanie eat together in the town square. Alex notes Shawn and Steve nearby and suggests inviting them to join them. Stephanie explains that she and Jada already did, but that was before the other guy got there. Alex recognizes Kevin from seeing him at the Bistro last night with Philip. Xander walks by, so Alex excitedly greets him and asks where he’s been all morning since he sent him an e-mail about the pitch for the hospital board meeting. Xander says he hasn’t got a chance to look at it. Alex hopes they have a few minutes to discuss some ideas today. Xander is afraid not and says their plans have hit a snag. Xander says he can’t really talk about it right now and rushes off, leaving Stephanie wondering what that was all about. Alex says he has no idea. Kevin asks Shawn and Steve how much they know about Versavix. They respond that it’s worth a fortune and was stolen from Jeffrey’s lab. Shawn questions not reporting it to the police. Steve explains that Kayla allowed them to recover the drug without police involvement. Shawn explains that the drug may be Bo’s only chance of survival since he is dying of Sepsis. Kevin says he’s so sorry. Shawn admits that’s why he broke in to the lab. Steve questions admitting that but Shawn insists that he and Kevin go way back, so he can trust him. Shawn adds that they didn’t succeed because someone beat them to it, so they know Kevin went to the lab seconds before them. Shawn asks Kevin to be straight with him as he asks if has the drug. Kevin responds that he did, but now he does not.
Jada goes to the hospital and tells Kate that she’s so sorry as she came to the hospital but had no idea it was Philip until she talked to the paramedics. Kate asks who could’ve done this. Jada assures they will find out and asks Kate if she’s up to answering a few questions which she agrees to. Jada asks if Philip was unconscious when she found him. Kate confirms they were supposed to have breakfast but he didn’t show up, so she went to his room and found him lying there, bleeding and unconscious. Kate talks about not seeing anyone but she’s glad the press didn’t get wind of it or any of his many enemies. Jada asks if she has any idea who would do this to him. Kate responds that the one person that comes to mind is his brother, Xander Kiriakis.
Stephanie comments on Alex barely touching his food. Alex is worried about Xander saying their plans hit a snag. Stephanie hopes it’s not too big since Kayla would rather have Xander in charge of the hospital instead of EJ. Stephanie then asks if Alex took her manuscript with him this morning because she can’t find it anywhere. Alex reveals that he was making a copy of it to give to the editor he was talking about. Stephanie calls it a relief because she changed her mind about it and was worried that maybe he handed it off to someone without telling her. Stephanie declares that she’s given it a lot of thought and decided she doesn’t want her novel published after all.
Jada asks Kate why Xander would attack Philip. Kate responds that they haven’t been getting along lately. Jada asks her to elaborate. Kate says that Xander didn’t like sharing his inheritance with Philip, so it wouldn’t surprise her at all if he just wanted him out of the picture. Jada points out that they’ve been working together for awhile so she questions what would drive Xander to go after Philip like this now. Kate says she’ll have to ask Xander.
Shawn questions Kevin not having the drug anymore. Kevin calls it a mistake. Steve gives his word that whatever he tells them will remain off the record. Kevin questions them working for Jeffrey. Steve says their main objective is to get the drug and that’s all they want. Kevin says that’s all he wants too, so Shawn asks what happened. Kevin admits that he hated working for Jeffrey and then reveals that Philip called to offer him a job at DiMera Pharmaceuticals. Shawn is surprised to learn Philip is involved. Kevin explains that all he had to do was get a dose of the drug to save Bo and then recreate the formula for Titan. Steve remarks that it couldn’t be altruistic with Philip involved. Kevin says no one would know anything was missing as he was measuring a single dose when he heard them coming in, so he panicked and took the whole batch. Kevin adds that he was supposed to meet Philip to give him the sample for Bo but he never showed up. Shawn asks what happened to him. Kevin says Philip hasn’t answered his calls or messages and then he got Shawn’s call. Kevin adds that knowing Shawn was a cop, he panicked about any of the drugs being found on him. Shawn asks where the drug is now and Steve says they need an answer.
Sarah checks on Philip in the hospital and says she’s expecting major internal injuries. Sarah calls for radiology and x-rays to be setup. Sarah encourages that Philip will be okay and she just hopes that Xander had nothing to do with it.
Alex doesn’t understand as he thought Stephanie wanted to give her book to an editor. Stephanie says she thought about it and it just doesn’t feel right. Alex argues that her book could be a huge hit. Stephanie says it means so much to her that he believes in her, but she doesn’t want people knowing she wrote such a racy book. Alex reminds her about using a pen name but Stephanie feels critics wouldn’t stop until they figure it out and then they’d laugh at her. Alex argues that professionals do this all the time. Stephanie feels the romance genre is looked down on and she can’t risk ruining her career. Stephanie asks Alex not to show her novel to his editor and says she’s made up her mind. Alex reluctantly says that he understands. Shawn asks what Kevin did with the drug. Kevin admits he panicked because he thought Jeffrey was onto him, so he had to get rid of it and gave it to his roommate who works in another lab to figure out away to get it back to Jeffrey’s lab. Shawn says they can work with this and instructs Kevin to call his roommate, say he needs the drug back and then they will take a dose for Bo and figure out a way to get it back to the lab. Steve adds that they will name Kevin’s name out of it as they just want to make this right, so nobody needs to know what they did. Kevin thanks him and says he owes them his life. Shawn hopes that Bo will owe Kevin his. Steve instructs Kevin to make the call as they are running out of time. Kevin calls his roommate, but he’s not picking up.
Xander returns home to the Kiriakis Mansion and begins to put ice on his hand but Maggie walks in and asks what happened. Xander claims that he was in a rush and just tripped. Sarah mentions Maggie telling her that she ran out on her, so she’s very worried about him. Maggie asks what was so important that he had to leave her at the hospital. Xander says a major deal went up in smoke so he had to do damage control. Maggie guesses it’s the Sepsis drug. Xander questions Sarah telling her about that too and asks where she is anyways. Maggie responds that Sarah is at work and asked her to have Xander call her when he got in because she has a lot of questions for him. Xander states that he has a few things he’d like to ask her as well.
Sarah tells Jada and Kate that Philip is critical but stable and not yet awake as he suffered internal bleeding and damage to his organs. Sarah notes that someone beat him within an inch of his life. Sarah and Jada tell Kate that they are so sorry. Jada hates to bring this up now but informs Sarah that Kate has a feeling that Xander may have had a motive so she asks if Sarah knows where she can find him.
Kevin finishes a call with one of his colleagues and informs Shawn and Steve that the drug is still missing which means his roommate has not returned it to the lab yet. Shawn questions where the hell it is then. Steve warns that the clock is ticking and they need that drug to save Bo’s life.
Kevin paces outside and tries calling Philip. Kevin leaves a message that he’s where he told him to meet and questions where the hell he is.
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