Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Eric goes to the Brady Pub where Roman says he’d ask how he’s doing but his face gave it away. Roman tells Eric that he’s sorry and asks if there’s any word from the police on the search for Sloan. Eric says no after she took off from the DiMera Mansion. Roman hates the thought of Sloan being out there free after what she did to Eric and Nicole. Eric comments that at least she didn’t hit him on the back of the head like she did EJ. Roman remarks that he still can’t believe that Sloan got the jump on EJ like that..
EJ sits in the living room of the DiMera Mansion, gleefully reading the Spectator article to baby Jude about Paulina’s exposure of radiation. EJ remarks that Paulina needs to either step down or be forcibly removed from office. Chanel then walks in and asks if that’s a fact.
Paulina wakes up from falling asleep on the couch at home and tells Abe that she had a terrible nightmare that the radiation turned her in to a 50 foot tall woman that made people run away screaming. Paulina says the worst part is that it’s not the first time she’s had the dream as she’s been having it ever since leaving the hospital. Abe states that big problems call for big solutions and declares that this sounds like a job for Dr. Marlena Evans.
Marlena is in her office at the hospital, on the phone with John. Marlena says she can barely hear him but gets that his flight is on time. Marlena says she can hardly wait to see him and tells him to call her when he lands as they hang up. Marlena then looks down at The Pawn card until Johnny comes in and asks if she has a second. Marlena calls it a nice surprise. Johnny asks about the card which Marlena blows off as nothing and puts it away. Marlena asks about Johnny’s visit. Johnny informs her that he’s meeting Chanel for an appointment. Marlena asks about the baby. Johnny says so far, so good but he wanted to stop by to get advice from Marlena about his whole future.
Leo sits in the town square reading the Spectator until a shirtless man approaches to ask for a favor which gets Leo’s attention. Leo asks what the favor is. The man asks if he can drink the glass of water on Leo’s table since he forgot his water bottle and he just finished a run. He then says nevermind but Leo tells him to go ahead and take it. The man thanks him and drinks the water, spilling some on himself in the process. He thanks Leo again. Leo stops him and asks if he’d want to go out sometime.
Johnny informs Marlena that a producer offered him a job at his company, but if he took it, he’d have to move to Los Angeles like now. Marlena didn’t even know he was considering this. Johnny reveals that Chanel doesn’t know either which surprises Marlena, who questions why he hasn’t told her. Johnny feels it would be asking Chanel to leave her business, her family, and her home which doesn’t seem like a fair thing to ask. Marlena questions if he’s considering turning down the job without even discussing it with Chanel. Johnny says as great as the whole thing sounds, he doesn’t want Chanel to feel like he’s asking her to make this sacrifice for him. Johnny says with the baby and health issues, it’s a lot. Marlena asks how he thinks Chanel will feel if she finds out that he turned down the job without ever mentioning it. Marlena encourages that Chanel might not think of it as a sacrifice and might want to do that. Johnny then agrees to talk to Chanel. Johnny points out that Marlena still hasn’t told him what she thinks about if he should consider the job. Marlena states that she thinks he should. Marlena admits that selfishly, she’d like to keep him in Salem, especially after what happened with Jude.
Eric tells Roman that it was shocking to see EJ just lying there after Sloan hit him in the back of the head. Roman says under normal circumstances, that’d be a welcome sight but he still can’t believe that Sloan just helped herself to EJ and Nicole’s baby, asking how someone could do that. Eric remarks that desperate people do desperate things. Roman says he’s sorry as he knows how much Eric loved the baby. Eric responds that he was his son and he lost him, admitting he’s never felt pain like this.
EJ tells Chanel that he was just reading some of today’s news to his son. Chanel points out that he was getting a kick out of it and apparently feels the same way about Paulina as the Spectator does. EJ confirms that is true and that he wants Paulina out as mayor, but claims it’s only because he’s outraged on Chanel’s behalf which she questions. EJ points out that Chanel is his daughter in law and Paulina recklessly exposed her and his unborn grandchild to radiation, asking if she isn’t mad too. Chanel admits she’s not exactly happy about it but says she doesn’t fully blame Paulina, who didn’t even know that she was pregnant and she did it because she was trying to save her life. Chanel acknowledges that Paulina would never intentionally hurt her or put them in danger. EJ responds that he admires Paulina’s resolve but feels that her dangerous actions still need to be answered for. Chanel questions if he’s saying Paulina needs to answer for what she did to her or to him. Chanel asks if it’s really about protecting his grandchild or if it’s about EJ trying to get payback.
Leo tells the man that he’s not in the habit of asking out strangers but he’s just getting back out after a relationship fell apart. Leo asks the man to dinner. He responds that Leo seems like a really nice guy, but he’s not gay. Leo is surprised and asks if he’s sure which he confirms. Leo says he’s usually pretty good and asks the guy again. He tells Leo that he’s sure but he’s flattered. He thanks Leo again for the water and says maybe he’ll see him around as he walks away.
Johnny tells Marlena that he’s really sorry about Jude as he knows how much she loved him. Marlena says it’s really Eric that she’s most worried about. Johnny talks about seeing EJ and Nicole go through pretty much the same thing but Marlena argues that it’s not the same since they thought their baby was dead. Johnny acknowledges that now Eric has to watch him grow up with someone else as his father. Johnny says he feels awful for Eric and the whole family, but at the same time he’s happy for EJ and Nicole which he asks if that’s wrong to say. Marlena says no and that Jude is where he’s meant to be but she’s sorry that Eric has to pay the price for it. Johnny says he has to get to his appointment. Marlena is glad he stopped by and hopes everything goes well. Johnny thanks her and promises to tell Chanel about his job offer. Marlena assures him that her door is always open to him as Johnny then exits.
Paulina tells Abe that she’s always happy to talk to Marlena but she will pass for now. Paulina feels it’s obvious that she’s dreaming about destroying the whole town because she’s feeling guilty over exposing Chanel, Johnny, and Julie to radiation. Abe encourages that all of their tests came back fine. Paulina says it doesn’t stop her from worrying and asks what if it takes time to show up and gets worse or there’s something really wrong. Abe points out that Kayla wasn’t worried but Paulina feels that there is always the possibility. Paulina adds that she and Chanel aren’t in the best place right now. Abe feels they’ve been through rough patches before. Paulina doesn’t know if she could ever forgive herself if something happened to Chanel’s baby because of her.
EJ tells Chanel that what happened between he and Paulina was just business. Chanel questions him not taking it personally. EJ claims his only concern is Chanel and the child. Chanel insists they are fine. EJ asks if she’s sure. Chanel says she and Johnny have a follow up appointment today and her latest test results show everything is fine. EJ hopes that’s true, pointing out that if there’s any cause for concern, there are still options at this stage. Chanel responds that she’s aware of the options but she’s having the baby as that’s what she and Johnny both want. EJ says he’s glad to hear that. Chanel questions if he is. EJ insists that he can’t wait for another addition to the family and that his new son will be an uncle. Chanel acknowledges the baby as Jude but EJ talks about how they are thinking about changing his name. Chanel says she just feels terrible for Eric as he must be devastated. EJ calls it a hard time for everyone but says thankfully the baby is where he belongs, with his real parents.
Roman tells Eric that it kills him to see him hurting like this. Eric responds that the hardest part is that it doesn’t feel real. Eric says in his heart, Jude is still his son. Roman encourages Eric healing as family. Eric thanks him and says he appreciates that. Eric decides he will go to the back and grab some food. Roman says Eric being in the apartment by himself can’t be making things easy which Eric admits. Roman then invites Eric to come back the Pub, start over and give himself a break until he figures things out. Eric agrees that he’s probably right. Roman offers to help him move his stuff. Eric tells Roman that he’ll let him know but there’s a stop he has to make first as he then exits the Pub.
Leo bursts in to Marlena’s office and tells her that he needs her help, desperately.
Abe gets a call from his friend Ruben. Abe says he hasn’t heard but thanks him for the call as he appreciates the heads up. Paulina asks what that was about. Abe claims it was nothing for her to worry about but Paulina can tell he’s hiding something from her. Abe insists that everything is fine. Paulina recognizes Ruben as his friend on the city council. Abe informs her that he called to give him a warning as it seems there is a petition filed to recall Paulina as Mayor.
Johnny joins Chanel in her hospital room. Johnny mentions stopping to see Marlena while Chanel informs him that she was delayed by an interesting conversation with EJ. Johnny asks if it was good or bad. Chanel says they kind of got in to it about the baby and about Paulina. Chanel adds that EJ also wanted to talk to her about their options. Johnny questions why EJ does this and says he’s sorry, adding that he will talk to him. Chanel asks if he doesn’t think she can take care of herself. Johnny says he knows she can, but sometimes when DiMeras are involved, reinforcement can be useful. Chanel tells him not to worry about it as it doesn’t matter. Chanel questions how they were late but Kayla still isn’t there. Johnny suggests maybe she has another patient. Johnny then decides since they have a minute, there was something he wanted to talk to her about.
EJ talks to baby Jude and says he hopes he wasn’t too defensive with Chanel as he just wants everyone to know he is his son forever. EJ remarks that with Sloan gone and Melinda sworn to secrecy, no one will ever know the truth about the baby’s paternity, especially Nicole. EJ worries that if so, he would certainly lose the baby and would lose Nicole to Eric. Eric then walks in. EJ tells him that Nicole is still at work and he just put the baby to sleep. Eric says he won’t be long and he just needs to talk to EJ. EJ asks what about. Eric informs him that he needs a lawyer to help him get a divorce from Sloan. EJ questions Eric coming to him of all lawyers instead of Belle or Justin. Eric responds that Justin is dealing with a family matter and Belle is working on her marriage with Shawn. EJ adds that he could always google a lawyer but Eric points out that some random attorney won’t hate Sloan as much as they do. EJ admits they have good reason. Eric states that Sloan stole EJ’s son, so he assumes he’d want to get back at her as much as he does. EJ says he’s not wrong so Eric asks if he will take his case. EJ agrees to do it and remarks that it seems their situations made them strange bedfellows. Eric asks if they have to wait to find Sloan before filing proceedings but EJ informs him that there is a way around that.
Chanel asks what Johnny wanted to talk to her about. Johnny says it’s something he was talking to Marlena about but they are interrupted by the doctor entering the room, who is the same man that ran in to Leo earlier. Johnny thought they were seeing Kayla but the doctor reveals she was called away on an emergency so he’s stepping in and introduces himself as Dr. Greene. Chanel identifies him as her regular customer Felicity’s brother. Dr. Greene says he should’ve realized Chanel since Felicity talks about her all the time. Chanel says Felicity is awesome. Dr. Greene says Felicity loves spending time with her. Johnny introduces himself as Chanel’s husband. Dr. Greene says it’s nice to meet him and they will see how the baby is doing.
Leo tells Marlena that he needs mental health help as his brain needs fixing but so does his heart. Marlena says he can make an appointment but Leo argues that this can’t wait. Leo says everyone says she’s the greatest shrink in Salem, she’s not with a patient right now and offers to pay in cash. Marlena says she’s going through case files. Leo knows she doesn’t like him because of what happened with her grandson Will, arguing that Will left him for dead and she should want to make amends for her family. Marlena realizes he’s not going to go away until she agrees to help him. Leo complains that he’s a mess and that’s why he’s here. Leo explains that earlier today, he hit on a straight man. Leo talks about why he flirts impulsively. Leo presents Marlena with the break up letter from Dimitri and says it’s driving him crazy. Marlena asks if this is all about a break up. Leo says he really opened himself up to Dimitri and thought he was the one, but now he knows it was all a lie. Leo argues that he has a lot going for him which Marlena agrees with, so Leo asks why he is so unlovable. Marlena asks Leo what makes him think that. Leo blames his entire childhood and says they aren’t getting in to his parents but Marlena says it’s therapy, so they have to. Leo says the last time he went to see his mother in prison, she offered him a cigarette, berated him for not smoking and called him a worthless human being. Marlena acknowledges that she is a very disturbed woman, so she can understand his lack of self esteem. Leo says he loves himself but Marlena points out that he said he was wildly insecure. Leo guesses that he’s insecure about what others think about him, not himself, like making a bad impression. Marlena feels confused and wonders if his self esteem is a defense mechanism. Leo admits he finds her somewhat intimidating but very self assured. Leo calls her a world class shrink with a very big heart and a great sense of humor. Marlena thinks he has a big heart and is funny as well which surprises Leo. Leo responds that he’s also tortured and miserable 75% of the time. Leo asks if she thinks there is any help for him.
EJ explains to Eric about the means of securing a divorce when one of the parties cannot be found and that they put a notice in the Spectator for a few weeks and if Sloan doesn’t respond, they move forward with the proceedings. Eric questions that being all there is to it. EJ says they will have to make sure he put in the effort to find her and he thinks the police’s APB will cover their bases. EJ adds that in a few weeks, they will go to court and his marriage will be over. Eric didn’t realize it would be this simple and thanks EJ. EJ tells him not to thank him yet as he hasn’t seen his bill. Eric tells EJ that he appreciates it as he wasn’t sure he would take his case. EJ responds that they all deserve a fresh start. Eric agrees and then exits the mansion.
Paulina questions that they are trying to recall her as Mayor and asks Abe how far it’s gotten. Abe says the petition has already reached the amount of signatures to present to the city council. Paulina questions who is presenting this petition. Abe responds that it’s an organization that call themselves the Concerned Citizens of Salem. Paulina asks who exactly they are. Abe admits he hasn’t figured that out yet. Paulina wants to find out right now.
Eric returns to the Brady Pub with his bag. Roman welcomes him home. Eric thanks him for the advice earlier. Roman asks if his idea worked out. Eric confirms it did and that he did something to help him get past Sloan. Eric then removes his wedding ring and declares that will also help him move on. Roman asks if he’s feeling better. Eric mentions seeing Jude earlier and how every time he sees him, it’s like losing him all over again. Roman hugs Eric.
Marlena tells Leo that it is her belief that everybody can be helped. Leo asks if that means she’d be willing to help him. Marlena agrees to but she’s afraid she would get distracted by his funny stories and takes on things. Leo promises to be as unfunny as he can be and calls this the best news ever. Marlena adds that if she’s willing to help him, he has to be willing to do the work. Leo admits he hates work. Marlena tells him to get over that part because if he doesn’t do the work, he won’t make any progress and will be wasting their time. Leo guesses she has a line of nuts around the block waiting for her services. Marlena says they don’t say nuts. Marlena gives Leo her card and tells him to make an appointment. Leo declares that they will make such a great team that she will crack him wide open. Leo thanks her and exits.
Paulina and Abe finish phone calls but have no luck. Abe says they should have information soon about the Concerned Citizens of Salem. Abe then gets a text and says that was soon, revealing he now knows the source of the petition. Abe shows it to Paulina, who says she should’ve known.
EJ gets a call from his assistant Rita, who informs him that the petition to recall Paulina Price as Mayor is going to counsel as they speak.
Dr. Greene tells Chanel and Johnny that everything looks good and they will see what the tests say, but the heartbeat sounded nice and strong. Chanel thanks him. Dr. Greene says it was nice to meet them and if they need anything, they can give him a call and gives his card. Johnny questions his name being Mark Greene, like the doctor on ER. Mark didn’t think they were old enough to know that show. Chanel mentions that they binge watched it over the holidays. Mark jokes about that being why he got in to medicine and tells them to take care as he exits. Johnny tells Chanel that it sounds like everything is still good as they hug. Chanel remembers to ask Johnny what he wanted to talk to her about earlier. Johnny then asks how she would feel about leaving Salem.
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