Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Leo and Javi walk through the town square with Tesoro, talking about the upcoming three days of celebration for Dia de los Muertos until Amy Choi approaches and asks if she can have a moment with her grandson.
Stephanie and Chanel are together at the Pub, talking about Chanel’s bakery catering the book launch. Chanel talks about loving One Stormy Night and her excitement for Anastasia Sands’ next novel. Stephanie says Chanel can shut down the haters who are skeptical about the next novel. Stephanie then tells Chanel that she’s going to let her in on a secret that she can’t tell anyone. Stephanie informs Chanel that Anastasia Sands is going to reveal herself at the launch and that Leo has the exclusive for the Spectator. Chanel is excited that Anastasia Sands will be eating her pastries. Stephanie then reveals that she is Anastasia Sands.
At the Titan office, Philip talks with Alex and Johnny about how much Titan has riding on the success of the next Anastasia Sands novel. Johnny shows Philip everything he has on the promotion of the book so far. Philip notes that the genre shift from romance to mystery could be a move they regret as he’s seen writers kill their career this way. Philip says he will need writers talking about it the next day. Alex then reveals that Anastasia Sands has agreed to unmask at the launch party. Philip asks if Stephanie agreed to play ball and asks Alex how he pulled that off. Johnny is unaware and questions why Stephanie would need convincing and assumes she would want Titan’s biggest author to go public. Johnny asks what he’s missing. Alex guesses he’s going to find out soon enough. Philip then reveals to Johnny that Stephanie is Anastasia Sands.
Sarah demands Xander look her in the eye and tell her that he didn’t attack Philip. Xander then admits he can’t tell her that because it isn’t true. Xander reveals that it was him who attacked Philip.
Amy looks in on Tesoro and says he looks happy. Leo says that he is happy. Amy wishes she could say the same for Sophia. Javi asks how Sophia is. Amy responds that she’s receiving the treatment she needs but there’s been no change.
Chanel is shocked to learn Stephanie is Anastasia Sands, a New York Times best seller. Chanel asks if it’s weird to ask for an autograph. Stephanie points out that she signed her Sweet Bits contract. Chanel says she will sign her copy of the book tomorrow and questions why Stephanie is revealing her secret identity now. Stephanie says it was all going to come to an end whether she likes it or not because someone was going to out her. Stephanie blames Jeremy but says he’s not going to get the satisfaction because no man will ever control her like that again.
Johnny is shocked to learn that his cousin is an erotic novelist. Alex says that Stephanie is still Stephanie, just spicier. Johnny brings up how Chanel will react but Alex says it has to stay under wraps until tomorrow night, so Johnny agrees not to say anything to anyone. Alex then questions how Philip knew that Stephanie was Anastasia Sands. Philip reveals that he knew all along because he read her first manuscript and claims her writing style is so distinctive that he recognized it. Johnny asks if he should cut a follow up trailer to release at the big reveal tomorrow. Philip says sure, if he’s still working at Titan by then.
Javi tells Amy that they are praying Sophia recovers soon. Amy thanks them and says she can use all the prayers she can get. Amy tells Javi that she will always be grateful for how helped Sophia when she collapsed at the Pub as she doesn’t know what she would’ve done if he hadn’t been there. Amy acknowledges that they have both done so much for Sophia and Tesoro. Leo adds that Javi’s family helps. Amy responds that she’s seen how they are with him and she’s known they have always done their best with Tesoro. Javi says he appreciates that. Amy acknowledges that she might not approve of their lifestyle. Leo says they don’t need her to. Amy adds that she thanks the Lord that Tesoro had their family to take care of him.
Sarah gets upset that she was right that Xander beat up Philip and asks how she could ever let herself believe that he could change. Xander says he has changed but Sarah complains that he never changes and will always be the amoral monster who hurts anyone at hand. Xander says that’s not true. Sarah argues that he shot Marlena, kidnapped Bonnie and Susan, and almost killed Brady. Xander calls that a long time ago while Sarah continues that he then lies about it. Sarah talks about beating herself up for thinking the worst of Xander. Xander tries to swear on his soul but Sarah says screw him for making her think he had a soul.
Johnny asks if Philip just fired him or if they don’t like his work. Philip clarifies that Johnny is a DiMera and since the companies are splitting, they just assumed he would feel more comfortable working in the family business. Alex adds that if Johnny is loyal to DiMera, they understand. Philip says they can’t guarantee that Titan will even remain solvent.
Chanel encourages Stephanie taking control and not feeling powerless. Stephanie guesses they are no longer talking about her ex. Chanel explains that this is the week that she and Johnny thought they’d be bringing their baby home, but the adoption is not going according to plan and it’s starting to look like a baby might not be in the cards for them.
Amy recalls when she first saw Tesoro at jury duty. Amy asks if she can hold him for a minute as it might be her only chance since he’s going to his adoptive family soon. Leo is uncertain but Javi assures it will be alright, so Amy holds Tesoro.
Xander asks Sarah to let him try to explain. Sarah asks if he’s going to explain how he put Philip in the ICU or why he’s been gaslighting her for months. Xander says he wanted to tell her for months but he was afraid to lose her. Sarah says he shouldn’t have attacked Philip then. Xander calls it a huge mistake that he’ll regret for the rest of his life, but says he lost it in the moment. Sarah remarks that he lost his family too because this time, they are really and truly done.
Johnny knows Titan has a bumpy road ahead but he has faith in them and their leadership. Philip questions Johnny not returning to the family fold. Johnny says he’s happy for Tony and Theo, but that doesn’t mean he wants to work for them. Johnny adds that he had zero corporate experience when Xander took a chance on him, so he’s not going to forget that and he’s loyal to Titan. Alex says they are glad to hear. Philip states that Johnny does good work when he keeps his head in the game. Johnny assures that his head is in the game. Philip says that they need everyone on peak level if they are going to save the company. Johnny says his trial is over he’s only at college part time and the adoption is on hold. Alex asks about the adoption and if they are going to be parents. Johnny wishes he had an answer.
Stephanie acknowledges that Sophia has been putting Chanel through Hell and says she’s so sorry. Chanel says she’s been grateful for One Stormy Night to have a solid 20 minutes a day to get her mind off this endless mess. Stephanie can’t believe Sophia lied to child services and asks why she would do that. Chanel guesses Sophia resents Johnny for backing out of the adoption and they know how she feels about Holly. Stephanie calls that an awful thing to do and asks if there’s no recourse. Chanel tells her that Rafe wrote to child services on their behalf and told them that they had proof that Holly didn’t send those photos. Chanel adds that Paulina is also pulling for them as Mayor. Stephanie says it sounds like she does have some power. Chanel feels none of that will matter if Sophia doesn’t set the record straight, so they may never be able to bring Tesoro home.
Amy holds Tesoro and says she hates to let him go. Javi encourages that they will all see him again if he stays in Salem with Chanel and Johnny. Amy declares that those two will raise her grandson over her dead body.
Xander tells Sarah that she can’t mean that. Sarah responds that she has nothing left and she can’t do it. Sarah says she knows he’s sorry and he will say he’ll be better for Victoria, but then he’ll go beat the hell out of his own brother, a wounded veteran, in an unfair fight. Xander repeats that he regrets it and he lost his temper over what Philip had done. Sarah asks what if she or Victoria make him that angry. Xander insists he would never hurt them but Sarah says she can’t believe anything he says. Xander argues that he did what she asked and he’s in therapy, so she’s seen how he has changed for them. Sarah declares there is no them anymore. Sarah says she is the one who changed because she will never put her faith in a faithless person again. Sarah orders Xander to get out of the house and never step foot in it again, so Xander then walks out.
Alex and Johnny walk to the Pub. Alex tells Johnny that he’s really sorry about the adoption. Alex knows they haven’t always been cool, but he really is pulling for he and Chanel. Johnny thanks him. Alex knows what they’ve gone through and says they deserve to be parents. Alex adds that child services have got to see that Sophia is a liar. Johnny says he appreciates that but wishes he and Chanel had as much faith as he does.
Javi acknowledges that Amy has been upset with Johnny and Chanel. Amy calls it way more upset and states that everything that went wrong in Sophia’s life started when Johnny backed out of the adoption. Javi tries to argue but Amy says if Johnny hadn’t wasted so much of their time, they could’ve found a good Christian family to adopt. Amy prays that she and Sophia will one day be able to forgive Johnny and Chanel for the pain they caused, but forgiving them and believing they would be good parents are different. Amy doesn’t believe it is in God’s will for Johnny and Chanel to raise Tesoro and she knows it’s not in Sophia’s. Javi tries to question her but Amy says she has to be the voice that Sophia does not have and that adoption is not what she would want, so she will not allow it. Amy then storms off. Leo comments to Javi that took quite a turn.
Johnny and Alex join Chanel and Stephanie in the Pub. Chanel proposes a toast to Anastasia Sands. Johnny is surprised that Chanel knows as they tell each other that they both just found out tonight. Stephanie reminds them to keep it down as Alex notes they are almost at the finish line while Chanel finishes her toast.
Sarah sits at home in front of the fireplace as Maggie returns and asks if Xander left. Sarah confirms he isn’t coming back. Maggie asks if it was true then. Sarah says that he admitted it. Sarah adds that the man she married and loved admitted that he brutally attacked his own brother. Sarah couldn’t bring herself to do it but now she has to face the truth once and for all that Xander is pure evil. Maggie tells her she’s so sorry. Sarah says not to be sorry for her, but glad that she’s no longer pining after the man that she thought Xander could be. Sarah says she used to say she loved him but couldn’t live with him and tonight that changed. Sarah declares that she doesn’t love him anymore and she will never love him again because he crossed a line and there’s no going back from that.
Philip orders room service to his room at the Salem Inn. Xander then shows up at his door. Philip asks what he’s doing there.
Chanel and Johnny walk through the town square. Chanel says if Johnny is happy working for the Kiriakis family then that’s where he should stay, admitting she doesn’t want to work for the DiMeras even if EJ is not involved. Johnny says he’s glad they are on the same page and they kiss until Leo and Javi walk up with Tesoro. Johnny says he doesn’t know if they heard but the adoption is in limbo. They confirm that they have heard because they just ran in to Amy Choi and she’s on the warpath.
Stephanie tells Alex that it was nice with Johnny and Chanel tonight and kind of a relief that they know she’s Anastasia Sands. Stephanie opens up about telling Chanel because she’s her friend, she was getting tired of the secrecy, and totally trusts that Chanel will keep the secret. Stephanie admits that she was kind of surprised that Alex decided to loop Johnny in the night before the big reveal. Alex then reveals that he didn’t, Philip did.
Philip and Xander have beers in Philip’s room as Xander tells him that he lost everything and Sarah threw him out of the house again and wants nothing more to do with him. Philip says she’s said that before but Xander says it’s different this time as he saw hate in her eyes that he caused. Philip says he’s sorry to hear that. Xander says he shouldn’t have come here as Philip has every right to dance on his proverbial grave. Philip says he wouldn’t do that as they have come too far. Xander questions how his only friend left in the entire world is his brother that he almost killed. Philip feels if he forgave him, then Sarah can too in time. Xander responds that he’s out of time and Sarah will never forgive him. Xander states that Sarah held him to a different standard than he does. Philip says that’s because he’s not in love with him. Xander remarks that Sarah’s not either anymore.
Maggie tells Sarah that she hoped so much that she was wrong. Sarah questions how she knew Xander attacked Philip. Maggie says she wanted to make sure there were no more lies that had to come out before he moved back in with Sarah and got her hopes up again. Maggie adds that when she started questioning him about the attack, he got a look in his eye that Victor had when she discovered he was up to no good, so she knew in her soul that Xander was lying. Sarah admits part of her knew it too all along that Xander nearly beat Philip to death and part of her was just in denial, so she spent six months trying to make herself believe that there was some semblance of good in Xander, but no more. Sarah declares that Xander doesn’t deserve her love, her belief in him, or her daughter.
Stephanie questions Philip knowing that she was Anastasia and if Kate told him. Alex says that’s what he thought too but Philip said he recognized her style of writing but that’s not what he meant. Stephanie calls that awkward. Alex agrees but says they both have a past and he knows she dated Philip and that writers draw from their real life all the time. Stephanie questions Alex downing his beer then. Alex responds that his boss, who is his cousin and her ex, just told him that he recognized a sexual encounter that she wrote about in her book. Stephanie guesses he’s mad. Alex says he’s not and that it’s just awkward like she said. Alex says he doesn’t really want to talk about it and suggests ordering dessert.
Johnny tries to suggest giving Amy a break but Chanel asks if Amy’s ever given him a break. Chanel argues that Sophia collapsing wasn’t his fault. Leo and Javi tell them that they are sorry to bring the bad news. Tesoro wakes up crying, so Leo and Javi decide to take him home. Chanel complains that Sophia isn’t going to make this right and now Amy is going to cause whatever damage she can. Chanel worries that they are never going to get to adopt Tesoro. Johnny hugs her and says it’s okay.
Maggie asks Sarah if there is anything she can do. Sarah says she just wants to be alone. Maggie tells her that she loves her and she’s there if she needs anything. Sarah says she loves her too as they hug. Maggie encourages Sarah to remember that she is so strong. Maggie then exits the room. Sarah pulls out her phone and calls Justin to tell him that she wants to file for divorce.
Xander returns home in frustration. Xander goes to smash a glass vase but stops himself and puts it down as he holds back tears.
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