Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
A man goes to Paulina’s office and introduces himself as Devlin St. John. Paulina says that doesn’t ring any bells. He tells her that Abe named a sewage plant after him in his honor and that he is the chief water inspector of Salem which is why he’s here because he needs to talk to her about water.
Theo sits at home until he gets a phone call from his Grandma Celeste. Theo tells her that he was wondering if Lexie talked to her about coming to visit. Theo claims nothing is wrong and that he was planning a surprise visit to New York for her and is trying to figure out her schedule without asking her. Theo says he has to get back to work, but he will call her so they can all talk together. Theo then hangs up as Abe enters the room and asks if Lexie was on the phone.
Chad goes to the DiMera Mansion and finds Cat in the living room. Cat informs Chad that EJ is sick in bed upstairs but he insisted on her getting documents to the hospital. Chad asks if she’s still cleaning up that mess. Cat comments that EJ isn’t giving up the hospital without a fight, even if it means battling through a nasty case of the flu. Chad mentions hearing that was going around. Cat adds that EJ’s doctor was there earlier, called in a prescription, and instructed him to rest, so she hopes he listens. Chad hopes Cat doesn’t get sick too. Cat shows that she brought a box of face masks to be prepared, joking that being quarantined with a DiMera is a drag.
Belle and Marlena are at the Brady Pub. Belle asks if there’s any word on Kristen. Marlena tells her that Brady spoke to her yesterday and that Kristen claimed she was leaving town by choice. Belle asks if she said why. Marlena says that if she did, Brady wasn’t sharing. Belle calls it very suspicious for Kristen to take off right after Rachel got out of Bayview and wonders if Kristen is in some kind of trouble. Marlena says it seems there is more going on than they are aware of, but their job is to keep an eye on Rachel. Belle suggests a girls night or going to the county fair which Marlena says she would love. Marlena asks Belle about her trip to Europe. Belle says it’s been postponed since Chad had a commitment with Charlotte and she tried to rearrange her schedule, but she isn’t sure she could get away then. Marlena then questions if Belle is thinking about going by herself.
Dimitri makes a call about transferring his guests to their new accommodations very soon. Dimitri tells Leo and Gwen that they can clip things right along and talks about not buying Leo’s performance. Leo recalls a similar performance working at the hospital when they had to remove Dimitri’s ankle monitor. Dimitri remarks that they worked better as a team while Gwen was unconvincing. Dimitri talks about getting ready to move them while Leo warns that he’s fighting a losing battle as the ISA will catch him and rescue them no matter where they are. Dimitri says he doesn’t think so since their new digs will be more fortified and remote, so he doesn’t think anyone will ever find them again. Rafe then arrives, announcing someone already has. Leo is relieved to see Rafe and says he knew he’d come. Leo declares that they are now saved but Rafe says he wouldn’t be so sure about that. Dimitri’s guard then enters with his gun pulled on Rafe. Dimitri tells Rafe that he nor anyone else will ever get one up on him. Rafe responds that Gwen already has. Dimitri remarks that even he knows what Gwen did to him. Gwen tells him to save it as Rafe is there for them, not him. Rafe clarifies that he’s not there to rescue them and that he came in and voluntarily handed over his gun. Rafe declares that he’s here in the name of justice, not to bring Dimitri in. Rafe adds that he actually needs Dimitri’s help.
Devlin brings up to Paulina the complaints about a contaminated well on Smith Island. Paulina says that she understood those issues have been remedied. Devlin asks if she’s sure about that and doesn’t have any concerns keeping her up at night. Paulina says she does not and asks if they should have concerns. Devlin says absolutely not and says that concludes their interaction as he thanks her. Paulina mentions having a meeting to get to while Devlin says the matter is now fully resolved as Paulina exits. Devlin then remarks that what Paulina doesn’t know won’t hurt her…
Belle tells Marlena that her office gets really busy in the fall. Marlena points out that she didn’t answer her question. Belle responds that Chad has to prioritize his children and she would never ask him to do otherwise, so she might go to Italy by herself. Belle argues that it’s not like she’s never traveled before. Marlena argues that this is a trip overseas to try and unravel a puzzle. Marlena would prefer that she just let Paul handle this. Belle points out that Paul is on assignment and this isn’t really something the ISA has time for while she does. Marlena continues to say no, so Belle asks why not. Belle argues that she’s the daughter of John Black and Marlena Evans, so if anyone is going to crack this mystery wide open, it’s her. Marlena responds that she doesn’t doubt her ability, but this was put in motion by Stefano which means it’s inherently unsafe, so she’d prefer that she let Paul handle this. Belle declares that she will handle this. Marlena asks that she just not go alone, so Belle asks Marlena to go with her.
Chad and Cat recall when they had strep throat together. Chad asks if he can borrow one of the face masks because he really needs to go up and see EJ. Cat asks if he’s sure since EJ is really sick and asks if he couldn’t just call him. Chad insists it being something he has to do in person. Cat asks if it’s anything she could help with if it’s hospital business. Chad responds that it’s unfortunately much bigger than that. Cat notes that it sounds serious. Chad reveals that his sister Kristen is missing and has disappeared in to thin air.
Theo claims to Abe that he was on the phone with Lani about his birthday. Theo then wishes Abe a happy birthday and hugs him, saying it’s been quite a year. Abe says there’s been some challenges but he’s very grateful to have Theo and Lexie back home. Abe suggests trying to call Lexie, but Theo brings up the time difference and the service being lousy. Abe points out that Celeste has wifi. Theo explains that she turns it off at night. Abe recalls Celeste telling him that Lexie was still present when they lost her and now they know why. The doorbell then rings, so Theo answers the door to find an envelope addressed to Abe. Theo tells Abe that it’s from Lexie.
Devlin St. John goes to see Julie and hopes she can clarify her decision to decontaminate the Horton cabin well. Julie explains that she was concerned that someone might be sickened from drinking the water there as family members were using the cabin. Devlin questions not waiting for official permission and argues that Julie’s acts were aggressively premature, as now the well is so chemically pure that it’s practically holy water. Devlin declares that Julie didn’t just clear the well, she’s obliterated the data, so now they will never actually know what was lurking down there.
Cat asks Chad if he’s sure that Kristen is missing. Chad responds that no one has heard from her and her phone’s been disconnected. Chad adds that Harold said she hasn’t been at the mansion in the last few days and he’s also checked with Belle, her mother, and EJ. Cat notes that EJ hasn’t said anything to her. Chad says he wouldn’t expect EJ to say anything. Cat asks Chad to keep her updated if he hears anything. Chad asks her to do the same, noting that he knows she’s loyal to EJ but this is really important. Cat says she understands and gives Chad one of her face masks as he heads upstairs.
Abe opens the envelope and reads his birthday card from Lexie along with a gift of a silver money clip with an infinity symbol on it. Abe explains to Theo how he and Lexie used to talk about how their love was infinite and would triumph over everything even death.
Chad returns to the living room and tells Cat that EJ was knocked out and looks terrible. Cat hopes the meds kick in and he’ll feel better when he wakes up. Chad guesses he’ll come back later. Chad stops and says he’d like to know that Kristen is okay before he might be going on a trip soon. Chad doesn’t like the idea of leaving his family when they’re a hot mess. Cat jokes that they always are. Cat asks where Chad might be going. Chad tells her that it’s Italy, so Cat asks if he’s taking Belle with him.
Belle urges Marlena to think about it, pointing out how Italy was special for Marlena and John, adding that they can see Sydney and Sami. Marlena tells Belle to stop selling her on this idea. Belle says she just thought they could have some fun. Marlena complains that Belle hasn’t stopped with this idea ever since hearing about the chess board. Belle apologizes for upsetting her and says she gets where she’s coming from and she knows the puzzle was intended for her parents. Belle argues that if John was here, he’d never let this go and see it through to the end, while Marlena would be right there with him.
Dimitri instructs his guard to wait outside as he questions what Rafe needs his help with. Rafe responds that he needs a statement from him because he has written proof that Gwen kidnapped him on US soil. Dimitri says he knew it. Rafe adds that Gwen wasn’t acting alone as she was conspiring with EJ, who was her partner in all of it. Gwen calls that an absolute lie and says she had nothing to do with it. Rafe points out that Gwen wrote the letter and signed it. Leo questions Rafe having the letter while Gwen questions what Leo has done. Leo tells Gwen that he went to her attorney because he thought she was dead. Gwen questions him giving the FBI the letter. Leo says he didn’t and explains that he left her thousands of messages, went to her room at the Salem Inn and found it empty, then went to find her attorney only to find out he was on vacation, so he turned to Melinda Trask who agreed to help, but when she went to open the document, it was completely blank. Leo asks how Rafe got the letter.
Julie tells Devlin that she wasn’t trying to impede his investigation. He gets that she was concerned with people not dying. Devlin talks about how water is everything. Julie assures that she doesn’t take water for granted. Julie adds that she has read that arsenic can sometimes leech in to a well from natural sources. Devlin points out that it can sometimes, but he doesn’t do maybe as he only deals in must and always. Julie questions what other explanation there could be for the contamination. Devlin responds that no one is closer to the situation than Julie is. He asks if she’s noticed any suspicious activity or irregularities in the area, like people who aren’t supposed to be there behaving like they are. Julie says she has not noticed any, which Devlin calls that excellent news so they can conclude it was a natural occurring event and the case is closed. Julie questions going off her say so. Devlin says he’s heard her say goes a long way in Salem. Julie says she’s not sure about that. Devlin thanks her for her time and exits, leaving Julie confused.
Theo asks if Abe has any plans for his birthday and offers to get them Cubs game tickets. Abe says he’d love to but Johnny and Chanel invited them out for dinner along with Lani while Eli is on assignment. Theo says he knows Abe doesn’t like people making a fuss over him, but he deserves a celebration. Abe responds that he’s just looking forward to being with his kids and maybe it will take his mind off Lexie. Theo says he has to go take care of some things, but he’ll see him later and be back in time for dinner. Theo wishes Abe a happy birthday as he then exits.
Cat tells Chad that she’s sorry as it’s none of her business. Chad says it’s fine and confirms that he is hoping to take Belle but they are still trying to sync their schedules up. Cat talks about Italy bein gorgeous this time of year. Cat says that no one deserves a vacation more than Chad and Belle. Cat guesses they are becoming more serious. Chad says you could say that and that they are taking it slow, but so far so good. Cat tells Chad that she’s really happy for him and hopes they have an amazing time. Cat tells him not to worry about his crazy family as she will keep an eye on them for him.
Marlena tells Belle that she is so John’s daughter, agreeing that he wouldn’t let go of this either. Marlena states that it sounds like no matter what she says, Belle is going to do this her way. Marlena asks her again not to go alone and tells her to take Chad and make sure they are both safe. Belle agrees and adds that she and Chad already said that if either of them feel in danger, they will stop. Belle gives Marlena her word. Marlena tells her that she just loves her so much.
Dimitri tells Rafe that he doesn’t really care about a letter as it’s entirely irrelevant to him. Rafe argues that it’s a signed confession, proving that Gwen and EJ kidnapped him. Rafe tells Dimitri that all he has to do is come back to Salem, but Dimitri says that’s not going to happen and he can’t force him. Rafe repeats that Gwen admitted in writing with EJ to not only kidnapping him, but a whole host of other crimes including using Dimitri’s money to buy the hospital so they could cover and conduct illegal medical experiments. Rafe asks if he has any idea how many charges the district attorney could throw at Gwen and EJ. Dimitri calls it a lovely offer but says he’s going to pass. Rafe understands that Dimitri could keep Gwen imprisoned here forever, but then EJ will skate on all his crimes. Rafe asks Dimitri if it wouldn’t be more satisfying to take down both EJ and Gwen and make them suffer behind bars for the rest of their miserable lives. Leo tells Dimitri that he has to do this, calling it the opportunity of a lifetime. Gwen complains but Leo says she’ll be fine as Rafe’s only after the big fish and her lawyer will get her out. Leo argues that EJ has hurt so many people and will continue to do so, unless somebody stops him. Leo tells Dimitri to think about all the future victims he would be saving and that he would be a hero. Rafe agrees that Dimitri would be doing the world a solid, but says to ignore what Leo said about Gwen because she is going down. Gwen argues that she’s the victim here of Dimitri’s kidnapping, so he’s the one who should be going down. Rafe reminds Dimitri that this is all about making Gwen pay for what she has done, but argues that EJ was her accomplice so he needs to pay too and it’s time that he finally gets on his knees and pays for what he has done. Rafe declares that whether that happens or not is all up to Dimitri.
Devlin St. John goes to the DiMera Mansion where Rita shows him to the living room and asks what she can do for him. Devlin introduces himself and says he’s the only thing standing in between this town and a catastrophic sewage failure. Rita realizes he’s there to see EJ and informs him that EJ is upstairs, sick with the flu. Devlin says he’ll be fine as he took his shots. Rita tells him that EJ is sleeping, but Devlin says he will wake him up. Rita says that wouldn’t be right and that EJ hates being awakened. Devlin says he would hate to file an official complaint, so Rita agrees to lead him to EJ.
Chad joins Belle at the Pub. Belle tells him that he just missed Marlena and asks if he got to see EJ. Chad says that he did, but he didn’t say anything about Kristen. Belle guesses EJ denied having any knowledge of where Kristen is, but Chad clarifies that EJ didn’t say anything because he was asleep with the flu. Belle jokes that’s a good way to avoid accountability. Chad says he would normally agree, but it didn’t look like he was faking it. Chad mentions seeing Cat there working which Belle admits makes her a little jealous.
Theo goes to the hospital and tells a nurse that he needs to speak with Kayla as it’s urgent, but she tells him that Kayla is in surgery. Marlena approaches and asks Theo if everything is alright. Theo says no and that he needs to talk to Kayla. Marlena asks what’s going on. Theo informs her that Lexie told he and Abe that she was going to visit Celeste in South Africa but he just found out she’s not there and that she lied to them. Marlena asks if Abe knows. Theo says not yet, since it’s his birthday and he didn’t want to say anything because he would freak out as he doesn’t know where she is or what’s going on. Theo tells Marlena that he thinks Lexie might be sick again and she was having follow up visits with Kayla, so he was hoping she might know something. Marlena reminds him that Kayla wouldn’t be able to say anything without Lexie’s permission. Theo then asks Marlena if she knows anything or if she has any idea where Lexie could be. Marlena responds that she’s sorry, but she doesn’t know where his mother is. Theo asks if she said anything that might have given her a clue. Marlena says no and wishes she could be more of a help. Theo asks her to let him know if Lexie reaches out. Marlena agrees to do so and tells him not to hesitate to ask if she can do anything for him. Theo thanks her and exits, leaving Marlena frustrated as Cat arrives and approaches Marlena. Cat asks if she can have a word with her.
Chad assures Belle that she has nothing to worry about with Cat, since what they had is in the past. Belle says she’s not normally jealous and points out that they haven’t really talked about how Chad and Cat were forced to break up. Chad admits he still had feelings for Cat when he signed the custody agreement and he hated being strong-armed in to promising to never being involved with Cat again, but it helped him move on and he accepted that it wasn’t in the cards. Belle asks how Cat took it. Chad says she understood and didn’t want to mess things up for he and the kids. Belle feels it still sounds hard for both of them. Chad thinks there was a time where they both wished things worked out differently, but it was a long time ago and he doesn’t see Cat like that anymore. Belle asks if Chad still cares about her. Chad says it’s more in a protective way now that Cat’s involved with EJ. Chad adds that the custody agreement was a long time ago and he’s met someone that he likes a lot. Belle responds that she likes him too as they kiss.
Rafe asks Dimitri what it’s going to be. Dimitri asks if he wants EJ badly. Rafe says this isn’t about him, but about all the people that EJ has hurt, kidnapped, stolen from, bribed, blackmailed, and assaulted. Rafe repeats that he’s not going to arrest Dimitri or detain him, he just needs his statement. Dimitri questions Gwen’s written confession not being enough. Rafe explains that he needs corroboration from the victim, adding that he won’t even need to be in Salem for 24 hours. Dimitri says if he comes, Gwen stays locked up here until she is to be arrested and charged. Rafe responds that it doesn’t work that way as Gwen will need to come with them. Dimitri decides then that there is no deal. Dimitri is sure EJ will wind up behind bars one way or another, but says that’s of no concern to him because his only goal in justice is very personal. Dimitri thanks Rafe, but says he will be handling this himself in Alamainia. Leo argues that what Gwen did to him was horrible, but what they did to her was just as bad. Dimitri argues that there’s no comparison and complains that Gwen had him abducted and held here because she got her feelings hurt. Gwen argues that it was genuine for her as she fell in love with him and married him while he was just pretending to love her while he was busy shagging her best friend. Dimitri says it’s beyond him how anyone could love Gwen. Gwen calls him a monster. Leo tells them both to stop it and declares they were just in a love triangle, but it’s over. Leo asks if they can just settle this and move on.
Marlena brings Cat to her office and asks what she wanted to talk about. Cat tells her that she couldn’t help but overhear Theo talking to her about Lexie and she has some information as she might know where Lexie is. Cat says she can’t blow her cover by telling Theo, but maybe Marlena can pass it on. Marlena agrees to do so and asks where Lexie is. Cat responds that she has reason to believe that Lexie is in the DiMera tunnels. Marlena asks why she would think that. Cat explains that when she went to the mansion, she saw EJ slipping in from the secret panel and yesterday, she overheard him saying something about keeping “her” comfortable. Marlena notes that EJ has held Lexie there before, so it makes sense that he would again. Marlena wonders about Dr. Rolf. Cat says that EJ is unwell at the moment and said something about Dr. Rolf not being around to treat him. Marlena brings up the tunnels being pretty vast. Cat says she would search herself but she doesn’t know her way around. Marlena agrees that Cat can’t risk getting caught. Cat states that Theo’s a DiMera so maybe there’s no risk to him and if his mother is down there, maybe he can find her.
Rita goes to EJ’s room and wakes him up, saying she’s sorry to bother him but this is a fire she can’t put out as someone from the city is here to see him. EJ questions what it’s about. Devlin walks in and says he has no time to wait as this is a matter of extreme urgency. He introduces himself to EJ as the chief water inspector of Salem, including Smith Island, and says he has some pressing questions for EJ.
Belle tells Chad that she has news about their trip as she had a good talk with Marlena and promised that if she went to Italy, she would go with Chad and not go alone. Chad thought Belle had to wait until after his dance. Belle says she can’t now as she has to does what Marlena thinks is right and she’s finally accepting that she needs to do this, so she told her that they would go together. Chad agrees as he didn’t want Belle to go alone. Belle guesses they’ll just have to wait a few months. Chad hates the wait and wants to figure this out as much as she does. Belle says they could try to get creative. Belle shows Chad her loaded schedule and points out where she could get someone to fill in, so Chad says they could just take the DiMera Jet over to Italy then. They decide the problem is solved as they kiss.
Rita leaves the room to give EJ time with Devlin. EJ complains of being sick and this not being the ideal time for questions, adding that he’s probably spreading flu virus all over him as they speak. Devlin says as water inspector, he’s exposed to pathogens all the time so his immune system is built up. He tells EJ that this is a urgent health crisis and that he was talking to an old friend during a golf outing. He asks EJ if he’s familiar with Coriseal. EJ acknowledges it as a drug produced by DiMera Pharmaceuticals. Devlin then reveals his outing was with George, the head of DiMera Pharmaceuticals, who told him after having some drinks that he and EJ were involved in a coverup involving a bad batch of Coriseal. Devlin adds that George said EJ would kill him if he learned that he told him as he knows where all the bodies are buried and now he does too.
Marlena thanks Cat for sharing this with her. Cat adds that she hates to be the bearer of bad news, but from what she’s gathered, Lexie is dying. Marlena responds that she sadly thinks that’s true. Cat says her heart goes out to Theo as she knows what it’s like to have a mother slipping away, so it’s more important than ever for Theo to be with her now. Marlena agrees and hopes he has that option.
Theo returns home, where Abe notes that didn’t take long and asks if he’s alright. Theo responds that he’s not, so Abe asks what’s wrong. Theo informs Abe that he just found out Lexie is not at Grandma’s and that she’s missing.
Leo tells Dimitri that he knows he’s angry and hurt, but this needs to stop and he has to let it go. Dimitri asks why when Gwen took years off his life. Leo questions wanting to waste more on this. Dimitri argues that it’s not just that she put him in prison for a year, she stole his one chance at love and happiness. Dimitri declares that if he was able to come home to Leo after prison, they could’ve been together forever, but Gwen destroyed that and he will never forgive her for that. Leo asks Dimitri if he will make a deal with him. Dimitri says he’s listening. Leo then tells Dimitri that if he lets Gwen and Rafe go, he will stay here with him.
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