Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Brady and Rachel exit the Brady Pub as he asks her about school. Rachel says she’s glad to have her teacher back from maternity leave, especially since Mr. Horton is a kidnapper. Brady tells her they don’t know that yet as everyone’s innocent until proven guilty. Brady says they just have to hope that Stephanie is found safe. Rachel assures that she is hoping and praying as she calls it so horrible that she’s missing. Brady suggests Rachel talk to Dr. Fuller about it which she agrees to do. Rachel asks if they can say hi to Sarah while they are at the hospital. Brady agrees that would be nice but he doesn’t think she’s working today. Brady then gets a text.
At Bayview, Sophia boxes up the bottle of pills addressed to Rachel to give to Holly. Melinda then arrives and asks why she’s been blowing up her phone. Sophia says she hasn’t responded to any of her texts. Melinda reminds her that she does have a life and other clients. Sophia says she’s sorry if she was impatient but asks if Melinda did what she asked and found a way to contest Johnny and Chanel adopting her baby.
Chanel and Johnny eat together in the town square. Chanel wants to get to their appointment with the specialist. She guesses Johnny is nervous and knows it sounds scary, but says they just have to take extra precaution because of last time and after it’s over, they can both rest easier knowing everything is fine. Tate and Holly walk through the town square after buying a pregnancy test. Tate wants to figure out a place for her to take it and says they will just wait until they know one way or the other.
Xander and Sarah watch over Victoria at the hospital. Xander says he’s so grateful to Maggie for holding down the fort at Titan so he could stay there and asks if Sarah is sure Victoria will be okay. Sarah assures that she should be back to herself in no time. Sarah gets emotional over seeing Victoria in distress as Xander hugs her. Sarah apologizes as she doesn’t want to worry him and assures that Victoria will be fine, so she doesn’t know why she’s falling apart like this. Xander says she doesn’t have to explain as he knows exactly how she feels.
Melinda tells Sophia that she never agreed to help her contest the adoption and she told her why she didn’t think it was a good idea which Sophia said she understood. Sophia understands that Melinda doesn’t agree with what she thinks is best for her child. Sophia complains that Melinda isn’t on her side anymore. Melinda assures that she always is, so Sophia tells her to help her then. Melinda argues that even if she did agree to help, Sophia forfeited her parental rights when she left the baby at the fire station months ago, so she has no legal right to the child and Aaron signed away his parental rights too, so any avenue they could pursue would be a long shot. Sophia argues that everything in her life has been a long shot and asks Melinda to please fight for her. Melinda tells her that she has her whole life ahead of her, so she should stop worrying about things that won’t help her recovery and focus on the future. Sophia complains that this is about her baby having the future he deserves and she knows that’s not with Johnny and Chanel.
Holly and Tate talk about where to take the pregnancy test. Tate says that no one’s home at Brady’s apartment. They then run in to Johnny and Chanel. Tate asks about Trey. Johnny says he’s great and is at home with the sitter. Chanel then announces Trey will be having a little brother or sister too. Tate and Holly congratulate them. Holly asks how Chanel is feeling. Chanel says she’s exhausted but thrilled and is glad the morning sickness is over while now she’s moved on to the always hungry stage which causes Holly to think back to telling Sarah and Maggie about her hunger. Chanel comments to Johnny about having to deal with her being so moody. Holly says they have to go as she and Tate congratulate them again and hurry off.
Melinda tells Sophia that she understands Johnny put her in a very difficult spot when he backed out of the initial adoption, but he has proven himself since then so she doesn’t see what the problem is. Sophia argues that Johnny is not a good person and she knows now that Chanel is pregnant, Johnny will lose interest in Trey once his biological child is born. Melinda asks if they are really going there again. Sophia calls it the truth. Melinda questions why having another child will have any bearing on Trey. Sophia argues that he will become an afterthought to Johnny and Chanel once their own flesh and blood is born. Melinda tells Sophia that they’ve been through a lot together, she cares about her and wants what’s best for her. Melinda insists that what is best for Sophia is to let go and move on. Sophia acknowledges that Melinda has been good to her for the most part, which is why she’d hate to tell the Bar about all unethical things she did to help her during her pregnancy.
Tate goes home with Holly to take the pregnancy test. Holly says she’s tired and needs some coffee but Brady comes home with Rachel, surprising them. Brady asks what they are doing there.
The specialist inform Johnny and Chanel that the pregnancy is going along normally and there’s been no increased risk. She asks if there are any other questions. Johnny doesn’t understand why all of their doctors made such a big deal about them waiting for Chanel to get pregnant again when everything seems fine so it feels like they freaked them out for no reason. She understands why he feels that way but says it wasn’t exactly for no reason.
Sarah tells Xander that she was touched by the sweet moment he shared with Victoria. Xander says it means a lot for him to be there. Sarah is starting to realize now how much Victoria misses her father. Xander responds that he misses her too, terribly. Sarah says now that things aren’t so fresh and raw after what happened between them, she’s starting to feel like she can’t keep him away from Victoria forever because it’s not fair to her or to him.
Tate says he’s just surprised Brady and Rachel are home so soon. Brady explains that Dr. Fuller had to cancel Rachel’s appointment due to some emergency and asks if they are there because they thought they would be gone. Tate claims they were just in the neighborhood while Holly claims she just had to use the bathroom. Rachel bets they were making out like they were last night. Brady tells Tate it’s his place too, so he’s welcome to come and go as he pleases. Brady mentions hearing from Sarah that Holly is rushing a sorority and asks how that’s going. Holly reveals that she didn’t get in. Rachel calls it their loss and says sororities are stupid anyway. Holly thanks her and agrees.
The specialist explains that the only reason that Chanel was advised to wait was that any tumor would’ve only been detected afterwards. She tells Chanel that her most recent ultrasound is very reassuring so they are not overly concerned. Chanel asks what her pregnancy developing normally actually means. She tells her that the baby is healthy and they have every reason to be optimistic.
Xander asks what Sarah is saying. Sarah thinks it’s time to revisit their custody agreement to amend it so that Xander has visitation rights. Sarah feels that’s what is best for all of them, especially Victoria. Xander agrees but asks what she wants in return. Sarah says just for him to continue therapy. Xander says that goes without saying and questions if she would want him to stop seeing Gwen. Sarah asks if that would be a deal breaker. Xander says it wouldn’t, but questions if that’s really what she’s asking him. Sarah says that would hardly be fair. Xander points out that’s because she’s not walking away from Brady. Sarah states that it’s not about anyone else but their daughter and her best interests. Xander asks if they should call their lawyers. Sarah says Justin is dealing with Stephanie missing, so maybe they should wait. Xander says he can call Melinda before she changes her mind. Sarah assures that she won’t change her mind as this is what’s best for their daughter, so she tells Xander to go ahead and call Melinda.
Melinda warns Sophia to think hard about backstabbing the only person who has been in her corner the entire time. Sophia guesses she shouldn’t have turned her back on her then. Melinda remarks that she’s really not the person she thought she was. Sophia asks if she thought she was poor, innocent, and helpless. Melinda didn’t think she was vindictive and spiteful. Melinda says she understood what it felt like to have an unwanted pregnancy. Melinda accuses Sophia of bluffing about calling the bar on her, when she wants people to believe she can’t talk. Sophia says she’ll make an exception. Melinda says she’ll tell the doctors that she has a phone. Sophia mocks that her only punishment would be not being able to go to the library while Melinda would be disbarred and never able to practice law again. Melinda then gets a call from Xander, asking if she has a minute to meet with he and Sarah because Sarah just told him that she’s willing to revisit the terms of their custody agreement. Melinda says that’s great news and says she’s free right now. Xander asks her to meet at the hospital since Victoria has pneumonia. Xander adds that she’s on the mend but they don’t want to leave her side. Melinda says she’ll be right there and hangs up, but Sophia stops her.
Brady suggests Rachel take advantage of this extra time and do her homework, so she goes to her room. Brady tells Tate and Holly that they are welcome here, but he needs them to be careful. Tate swears that’s not what they came for and Holly adds that they didn’t come just because they weren’t home. Tate knows Rachel saw them making out but they were just in the living room after she went to sleep. Brady understands he’s in college now but needs to say what he needs to say. Tate tells Brady that if he wants to give him the talk again, he assures he has nothing to worry about after everything with Sophia.
Melinda tells Sophia that she has a job to do for actual paying clients. Sophia adds that she has a job to do for her, considering what she stands to lose if she doesn’t. Melinda asks what she wants. Sophia calls it just a little favor and hands her the box, claiming it’s a gift for Rachel of her favorite candy because she misses her. Sophia asks Melinda to put it in the mail. Melinda reluctantly agrees as Sophia says she’ll be in touch while Melinda exits.
Brady assures Tate and Holly that he trusts them both and says he’ll get out of their hair. Brady goes to leave but Holly asks if he’s heard from Sarah since she’s been meaning to text her for an update on Victoria. Brady is unaware and asks what about Victoria. Holly reveals she’s in the hospital with pneumonia which shocks Brady. Holly adds that she thinks she’ll be okay but Sarah was freaked out. Tate tells Brady to go be with Sarah while they will stay with Rachel, so Brady then exits. They agree that was awkward as Holly says she’s now ready and goes to take the pregnancy test.
Johnny has the specialist confirm that if Chanel’s cancer did come back, they wouldn’t know until after the baby was born. She assures that they would watch for signs like cramping or bleeding. Johnny quickly points out that Chanel has had cramping which Chanel notes has been brief and not too intense. The specialist agrees to do a few more labs and another ultrasound as a precaution and exits the room as Johnny encourages Chanel that it will be okay.
Xander brings Sarah a coffee as she comments on being up all night. Sarah wishes she brought Victoria in right when she started coughing. Xander encourages that she got her the treatment she needs. Sarah agrees that all that matters is that she will be okay. Xander praises Sarah as a loving, caring mom and a great role model. Sarah thanks him as Xander says he thanks God every day that his daughter has an amazing mom. They watch over Victoria as she falls back to sleep. Xander thinks Sarah could use some rest too. Sarah says maybe later. Melinda arrives and says she’s sorry that their daughter is sick. Sarah says she’s on the mend. Xander thanks Melinda for coming so quickly. Melinda asks what exactly they have decided about the custody agreement.
Johnny and Chanel talk about their check up being informative and a lot. Johnny feels he has a bit better understanding of the situation. Chanel agrees and feels Dr. Crawford wouldn’t sugarcoat things. Chanel feels it’s worth the tiny risk for the huge joy the child will bring them which Johnny agrees with.
Rachel does her homework in her room when she gets a call from Sophia. Rachel questions why she hung up on her last night. Sophia says she had to hide her phone from the nurse. Sophia tells Rachel that she’s sending her the “vitamins” to give to Holly. Rachel argues that she never said for sure that she would give them to Holly. Sophia tells her not to be so suspicious and insists that Holly loves these things. Rachel questions why she can’t say they are from Sophia, feeling it’s awkward to just give them to her for no reason and worries Holly might think she’s obsessed with her. Sophia points out that Rachel doesn’t have to say it’s from her and could just slip it in her purse when she’s not looking which Rachel calls super weird. Sophia says she was just trying to do something nice for someone and figured after everything they’ve been through together, asking her to do one act of kindness wouldn’t be a big deal.
Xander and Sarah confirm the terms of their new custody agreement as Melinda says she’ll get it over to Justin to get filed right away. Xander thanks Melinda for taking care of it so soon. Melinda says they will talk soon and exits. Xander thanks Sarah and swears she will not regret this.
Tate and Holly wait on the pregnancy test results. Holly admits she’s really scared. Tate declares that no matter the result, they are in this together. Holly then says it’s time for the moment of truth.
Rachel agrees that she and Sophia did go through a lot together and she wants to be a good friend. Sophia excitedly tells her that she’s the best and the package is already in the mail. Sophia tells Rachel that the nurse is coming so she has to go and hangs up before Rachel can respond.
Tate and Holly are relieved to see the pregnancy test is negative. Tate admits he was having flashbacks to the whole Sophia situation. Holly complains that she still doesn’t feel like herself right now and it’s like she wants to cry or scream, so she doesn’t know what’s wrong with her. Tate encourages that she just had a couple difficult days. Holly feels it’s more than that, like she has no self control lately. They decide they should make an appointment at the counseling center. Tate insists that he’s there for her no matter what. Tate adds that Arianna agreed to give them the dorm to themselves tonight but they agree it’s not the best time, so they decide to go see a movie instead.
Johnny tells Chanel that he took the rest of the day off, so he hoped to spend it with her and Trey which Chanel says she would love, so they exit the hospital together.
Xander thanks Sarah again and says she really has made him so happy. Sarah says seeing Victoria light up when she saw him is all the thanks she needs. Xander says he should get out of her hair since he’s taken up a lot of her time. Sarah says he doesn’t have to. Brady then arrives. Xander says goodbye to Sarah and tells Victoria that he will see her very soon. Xander tells Sarah to let him know if anything changes as he then exits. Brady tells Sarah that he’s sorry to come unannounced but he rushed over after hearing Victoria had pneumonia. Sarah says she will be alright but it was scary at first. Brady says he’s sorry if he interrupted, but Sarah says she’s so glad he’s there as she hugs him.
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