Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Jennifer enters the living room of the Horton house where Thomas has put his book down and tells Jennifer that he’d rather be playing a game on his tablet. Jennifer reminds him that the doctor said to limit his screen time as he recovers from his concussion. Thomas asks when he can go back to school as he doesn’t want to miss the Secret Santa party. Jennifer informs him that she has something difficult to tell him as she then reveals that Thomas is not going back to his school.
Julie runs in to Liam in the town square and asks if he’s actually going to be on time for his tutoring session today. Liam jokes with her and asks if Abe is inside. Julie informs him that Abe has arranged a substitute for him as he’s just not up to it today due to the situation with his son. Liam is unaware and asks what’s going on with Abe’s son. Julie then tells him that Theo has gone missing.
Paulina is in her office, finishing a phone call with a councilman. She says she’ll let him know that Abe is in his thoughts and thanks him as she hangs up. Abe joins her as Paulina says everyone is worried about him. Abe responds that they shouldn’t worry about him because Theo is the one in danger.
In the DiMera Crypt, Theo asks Chad how Kristen is doing. Chad says that she’s not well and pretty much cried herself to sleep. Theo asks if he’s sure it’s okay for them to leave her in the back with EJ. Chad assures him that Tony is playing peacemaker and that Kristen is in no shape to fight as the fever has really worn her down. Theo asks what they were fighting about anyways. Chad tells him that EJ gave her some news about Rachel that was hard to hear. Chad admits as a parent, he probably would’ve reacted the same way.
Steve goes to see Stephanie at home with his bag packed, reminding her that he’s moving in. Stephanie tells him that he doesn’t need to stay. Steve asks where Alex is. Stephanie tells him that he had to run to Titan. Steve questions him leaving her by herself. Stephanie says she insisted that she felt safe, remarking that Steve turned their apartment in to Fort Knox and reminding him that the police commissioner lives across the hall. Steve says that’s all good but he and Kayla will feel a lot better if he’s here. Stephanie loves him for worrying about her, but thinks it’s overkill after a few creepy fan letters. Steve argues that the person made a point of not leaving fingerprints, pointing out they were savvy enough to wear gloves which means he doesn’t want to be found. Stephanie admits it’s weird. Steve brings up what’s happening to the DiMeras and says he’s not going to risk her safety. Stephanie asks if he’s talked to Abe. Steve confirms that Abe is not in a good place and he wouldn’t be either. Steve says he’s been there and promised to never let anything like that happen to her again.
Liam tells Julie that he doesn’t watch TV and asks what happened to Theo. Julie informs him that apparently almost all of the DiMera family has gone missing.
Theo tells Chad that he hopes whatever is going on with Rachel is okay. Chad calls it a tough age to be dealing with all that heavy stuff. Theo knows Chad is having a hard time with Thomas too. Chad admits it’s been rough and says God only knows what they think happened to him. Chad mentions that EJ said he was invited to Thanksgiving dinner, so they probably think he blew them off and are wondering why he hasn’t called or texted. Chad says he misses his kids so much and with Abigail gone, they are all he has left of her. Chad worries about never seeing his kids again.
Thomas asks Jennifer if the doctor found something else wrong with him and that’s why he can’t go to school. Jennifer says that’s not it and reminds Thomas about Chad not showing up for court. Thomas asks what that has to do with him going to school. Jennifer informs him that she’s sorry but it seems his dad has gone missing which shocks Thomas.
Paulina asks Abe if he’s eaten yet. Abe says he’s fine. Paulina disagrees, arguing that he won’t be doing Theo any favors if he collapses from hunger and exhaustion. Paulina tells Abe that he needs a break. Abe agrees to grab something from the Pub on his way home. Paulina asks if there’s any news with the investigation. Abe says they went through all the evidence so far and it’s all a dead end. Paulina insists that something is going to come up as there’s a whole international task force looking for them. Paulina asks if Abe talked to Lani. Abe says Eli is looking through the FBI in DC and Lani is doing everything she can to help. Abe angrily asks how the hell this can be happening when he was talking to Theo when he was taken and he didn’t realize it. Paulina asks how he could’ve known. Abe feels that he failed his son. Paulina tells him he did not and he never has. Paulina declares that if anyone failed Theo, it was her. Paulina says she knows Abe is thinking that Theo never would’ve been in danger if she hadn’t encouraged him to go work for Tony at DiMera. Paulina points out that everyone else kidnapped was Stefano’s son. Abe points out that Theo is Stefano’s grandson while Paulina notes that nobody took Johnny or Chad’s kids which means Theo was targeted because he was running the company. Abe says they don’t know that. Paulina says she will never forgive herself if her advice put Theo in harm’s way and she doesn’t blame Abe if he doesn’t forgive her either.
Liam remembers seeing people talking on social media with DiMeras going missing but questions what that has to do with Abe’s son. Julie explains that Abe’s late wife Lexie was the daughter of Stefano DiMera. Liam is surprised to learn that Theo is half-DiMera, saying he’s surprised that a guy like Abe would hook up with a DiMera. Julie explains that Lexie didn’t know that Stefano was her father until later and that she died when Theo was young, so Abe raised him on his own and vowed to protect Theo from the DiMera influence, but a parent can only do so much. Liam agrees, noting that he’s a dad himself and can’t imagine what Abe must be going through, but understands that’s why he can’t make his session today. Liam asks who is filling in for Abe. Julie reveals it’s a member of her family as Jeremy then arrives.
Thomas questions Chad missing. Jennifer explains that the last time they heard from Chad was when they got the text on Thanksgiving and the police are looking into it. Thomas asks if something bad happened to him. Jennifer says they don’t know anything yet. Thomas can’t believe she didn’t tell him sooner and asks where he could be. Jennifer insists so many people are looking for him and she’s sure that Chad will be home before he knows it.
Theo encourages that Chad will see his kids again. Chad says he has to believe that or he will lose his mind. Theo tells him how his Grandma Celeste would urge manifesting things to make them happen. Chad doesn’t believe in that stuff but Theo says it’s helped him out at times. Chad acknowledges that Abigail believed, but he’s not sure that will help them with the psychopath that trapped them here.
Stephanie tells Steve that he should be out helping the search for Chad and Theo. Steve says he’s been lending his expertise when needed and he brought his laptop so he can work from here. Stephanie mentions seeing Jennifer earlier and she’s so worried about Chad. Steve comments on her dealing with a lot with the kids. Stephanie worries about anything happening to Chad since he’s the only parent the kids have left and says it would be unfathomable if they lost him too. Alex then comes home, so Stephanie tells him that Steve is making good on his threat to move in temporarily. Steve remarks that someone has to make sure Stephanie is safe as they wouldn’t want her left at the mercy of some crazed letter-writing fan.
Julie introduces Liam to Jeremy and then leaves them to it.
Steve comments on coming back and Stephanie was all alone. Alex assures that he just got the latest batch of fan mail and came back. Alex tells Steve that Stephanie’s safety is extremely important to him too. Stephanie gets Steve’s concern but says that Alex is back now and is perfectly capable of keeping her safe. Steve questions if he is. Alex assures that he is but says he won’t compare his experience to Steve’s and that they are grateful for the help as they shake hands. Steve decides he’ll pack his bag in the other room and then they can order dinner. Alex tells Steve to make himself at his home. Stephanie questions Alex being welcoming and asks whose side he’s on. Alex asks what she wanted him to say. Stephanie suggests telling him to go home but Alex says he’s not in the position to kick her dad out of their apartment and jokes that he has a license to kill. Stephanie complains that now they don’t know how long he will be in their guest room. Alex says maybe he’ll stay out of their way. Steve then calls out, asking if they are in the mood for pizza.
Jennifer promises Thomas that they will get through this as a family. Thomas gets upset and shouts that she lied to him, just like Chad.
Theo tells Chad they should at least try to manifest their desired outcomes. Chad asks what to say to get them out of here and to get Thomas to forgive him which he doesn’t see happening anytime soon. Theo talks about losing his mom at a young age like Chad’s kids and not knowing how to handle all the feelings. Theo remembers thinking that Abe didn’t do enough to save Lexie and being really mad at him for awhile, but it was irrational and he didn’t know at the time. Theo says the kid can often take out their anger on the surviving parent. Chad thanks him, knowing he understands better than most would what his kids have gone through. Chad calls Theo a really good guy and says if anyone in their family deserves a happy ending, it’s him. Theo responds that Chad deserves one too. Chad jokes that they’ll all just be positive then. Chad then decides they should get to digging.
Abe tells Paulina that she’s not to blame for any of this as Theo is a grown man who makes his own decisions. Paulina points out that Theo was so unsure about the job offer. Abe says that’s because he didn’t want to hurt or disappoint him, but he’s never disappointed him and he’s been proud of Theo every day of his life. Abe worries that he may never be able to tell him that as Paulina hugs him.
Jeremy and Liam sit together in the town square to begin tutoring. Jeremy talks about doing some questionable things when he was Liam’s age and being lucky enough to get a second chance. Jeremy says he’s grateful to be pulled out of it, so he’d like to pay it forward if Liam lets him.
Paulina assures Abe that he will have years to tell Theo how proud he is of him and asks why he’s having such a hard time believing that. Abe reminds Paulina that he was a cop and he knows the more time spent without finding Theo and the others, the more likely it is that they won’t.
Chad tries digging in the crypt while Theo advises him to pace himself. Theo bets when they get out, Thomas will be happy to see him and forget why he was mad in the first place. Chad hopes he’s right, but doesn’t think it’s that simple.
Thomas complains that he’s sick of grown ups keeping things from him when he deserves to know what’s going on. Jennifer agrees that she should’ve told him sooner but she was trying everything to protect him. Thomas argues that she sounds just like Chad. Jennifer guesses that’s because they love him so much. Thomas cries that he was so mad at Chad and said horrible things, but now he just wants him to come home. Jennifer hugs him and says she does too.
Alex tells Stephanie that maybe having Steve there won’t be that bad. Stephanie asks if Alex is fine with putting their sex place on airplane mode for the foreseeable future. Alex suggests they could try to be extra quiet but Stephanie refuses, calling it a no fly zone until Steve goes home. Alex jokes that he would kick him out then. Alex tells Stephanie that this is only until the crazed fan letter thing is over and then Steve will go back home and they will go back to having privacy to do whatever. Alex and Stephanie kiss until Steve comes back in to the room and interrupts them.
Jeremy helps Liam make a resumé on his laptop. Jeremy asks Liam what his dream job would be. Liam responds that it wouldn’t happen, so it doesn’t matter. Liam thanks Jeremy for helping him and says he has to go. Liam tells Jeremy to tell Abe that he’s pulling for Theo as he exits.
Thomas asks Jennifer if she and Jack are still trying to get custody of him and Charlotte. Jennifer tells him that the judge postponed the hearing until they locate Chad. Jennifer says they thought it would be great for them to come to Boston and start their winter break early. Thomas asks why they can’t stay here. Jennifer encourages that it would be fun in Boston. Thomas asks what about Chad. Jennifer says as soon as he comes back, they will fly back and sort everything out. Thomas asks if there’s another reason they need to leave Salem. Julie then comes in and asks how Thomas is feeling. Thomas tells her that Jennifer just told him about his dad. Julie says she’s so sorry and they are all worried. Thomas complains that he doesn’t want to lose Chad forever like they lost Abigail. Thomas points out that Charlotte barely remembers Abigail and can’t lose Chad too.
Abe complains to Paulina that he spent his whole life solving crime, but then can’t solve the one that means the most. Paulina tries to encourage him while Abe says he feels mad as hell and hopeless. Paulina tells him that she will be his strength when he feels weak as he’s always done for her. Paulina declares they will get through this together.
Chad and Theo decide they need a break from digging in the crypt. Theo goes to get them some water, but comes back and tells Chad that Kristen is getting worse.
Steve goes through Stephanie’s fan mail while Stephanie checks on her phone and says that all hell is breaking loose at the hospital with EJ missing. Alex says it can wait for tomorrow and suggests they order dinner but Stephanie decides she’d rather go out. Steve says that’s fine, but he will be tagging along, so Stephanie decides they’ll just order in then. Steve then comes across a letter that worries him.
Julie reminds Thomas about the importance of having faith. Julie and Jennifer encourage Thomas to have faith that Chad will come home safe. Thomas guesses he’s going to Boston. Julie says she will miss him but he’ll be back in no time. Jennifer tells Thomas that JJ will be coming too and sends him upstairs to get his things. Jennifer tells Julie that she will do everything to keep Thomas and Charlotte safe until they know what happened to Chad and the others. Julie and Jennifer talk about how much they will miss each other. Julie says she will keep praying that she and Chad both come home very soon.
Abe tells Paulina that he loves her and couldn’t get through this without her. Paulina says it’s good that he doesn’t have to and that the whole town is pulling for him. Paulina promises that Theo is coming home and whoever took him will have hell to pay.
Theo tells Chad that EJ is trying to keep Kristen’s fever down with cold towels but she needs antibiotics. Theo worries about her infection spreading while Chad encourages staying positive. Theo feels they need to do something. Chad suggests they keep digging.
Steve reads the fan letter that says Alex Kiriakis doesn’t deserve Stephanie and that he’s been watching Stephanie, so he knows what she needs, adding that he won’t give up until she’s his. Stephanie calls that sick. Steve asks if she still thinks he’s overreacting by moving in. Alex says they just need to find the maniac. Steve points out that the only thing they know for sure is that he’s left-handed. Stephanie responds that she might know who it is, pointing out that Jeremy Horton is ambidextrous and can write with both hands.
Jeremy remains in the town square with a pen and paper, writing with his left hand.
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