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[tense music]
Good morning, Bobby.
[inhales sharply] I don’t know why you’re here, but I’ve nothing to say to you.
Bobby–
I’ll speak to Jada. No one else.
So I went and saw my ex at Bayview yesterday. [soft music]
Yesterday?
Mm.
Oh. OK. So when you got there, which one–
It was Bobby.
Bobby.
Yeah, the doctors haven’t been able to reach Everett.
So he made good on his threat?
Yeah. And Stephanie thought that maybe I’ll be able to reason with Bobby, but unfortunately, I hit a wall when he would not let Everett out.
Well, it was a total waste of time.
Not necessarily.
Where are you, Kristen? Damn, this is going to be a giant waste of time.
Excuse me, Ms. Trask.
You.
I’m Connie Viniski.
Oh, I remember you well, the avenging angel who attacked me on Valentine’s Day and blamed me for Li Shin’s death.
I’m sorry about that. I was completely irrational that night. But it was only because I was jealous of you.
Jealous?
Well, things didn’t work out between me and Li because he was clearly still hung up on you. But that wasn’t your fault, and it definitely doesn’t make you responsible for his death. I’m very sorry.
Well, I suppose we all have our moments.
That’s very gracious of you. And now that I’ve said my piece, I won’t take up any more of your time.
Finally.
[chuckles] You know the best thing about being CEO? You can be as late as you want to wherever you’re going, and everybody else just has to deal with it.
Nice perk.
Hmm. Let’s get down to business. My brother, EJ, wants me to hire you as the mayor’s general counsel. And I am just trying to figure out why.
Where is your wife, Stefan? I’ve been looking all over for her.
She’s on a flight back from Arizona.
What is she doing there? Arizona? I need her here now.
Oh, OK, pipe down a little bit. She was visiting Ariana. That kind of takes precedence. What do you need her for, anyway?
What time does she land?
Later this morning. Answer the question.
Mayor Price feels that my reinstatement as DA isn’t playing well with the constituents. I’m holding a press conference today to boost my image.
Will there be cheerleaders? I hear free food and booze always helps.
I want Gabi there to talk about how valiantly I fought for her freedom.
[laughs] Sorry, what?
Don’t start. I need this.
Valiantly, my ass. OK? It’s not like you overturned Gabi’s conviction because it was the right thing to do. You did it so I wouldn’t tell Nicole the truth about Jude’s paternity.
[sighs] [birds chirping]
Nicole, hi.
Oh, hey. Good, you’re here. Listen, I’m covering EJ’s press conference. I want you to come with me and take some photos.
I’m– I’m sorry, I can’t.
Eric, I know he’s not your favorite person. And it’s been awkward since you had to hand Jude over to him–
No, that’s not the reason. [soft music] I can’t. It’s just that I don’t work here anymore.
Does that mean–
One of the jobs that I applied for, it came through.
Oh, I see.
I’m moving… to Paris.
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
[soft music]
France? Paris, France?
Yeah. I’m going to be the head photographer for a prestigious magazine.
Wow.
Yeah.
That– that’s amazing. Congratulations.
Thank you.
I’m sorry. I– I– I’m sorry if I seem a little caught off guard. I mean, who knew that they would respond so quickly. And– and you just said that you don’t work here anymore. So does that mean you quit your job already?
Yeah, I did. Xander, he agreed to let me out of my contract right away. I’m flying out today.
Hmm, said your piece? Got it off your chest? Good. Now, listen up. I held up my end of the bargain. Gabi is free. Hold up yours and keep your mouth shut.
Relax, brother. I haven’t told Gabi a word. And she has asked me a lot of questions as to why you actually helped us out. So worry not.
And stop phrasing everything like a threat. I’ve got enough trouble with Melinda nipping at my heels.
Oh, so that wasn’t a casual visit?
Casual? Casual? The woman was in a frenzy of rage and nearly told Nicole the truth. It took some doing, but she’s agreed to keep it zipped.
How much doing? [tense music]
I offered her the position of general counsel at DiMera.
What, as a practical joke? EJ, you can’t offer her a janitorial position without Kristen’s approval, and she hates your guts right now.
Or perhaps she’s feeling magnanimous after outmaneuvering me for the CEO job. But if not, if Kristen doesn’t come through, Melinda goes back to being a ,-volt livewire.
Have you ever considered selling the rights to your life story? Because America could use a good laugh right about now.
Damn it, Stefan, this is my relationship with Nicole, which I treasure beyond words. So I don’t appreciate you making light of this, especially since if you hadn’t blackmailed me, I wouldn’t be in this mess!
And if you hadn’t lied to the woman you say you love, I couldn’t have blackmailed you. So this is your doing.
I’m home. What did I miss?
Detective Hunter came to see you last night. You said that she was the only person you wanted to see. So tell me how that went.
No cuts, no bruises. Yeah, I think our conversation was quite productive.
And just so you know, Bobby did want me to give him another chance.
Oh. Well, that must be so flattering to get hit on by someone who isn’t even real.
He was real to me.
Right. No, I’m sorry. I’m sorry. Of course, he was. So what did he dangle to entice you to get involved with him again? I’m just curious about my competition.
He offered to help solve a case.
What? Wow. So he’s like Hannibal Lecter now, huh? I hope you didn’t humor him.
Well, I have to admit that I am intrigued, Rafe. I mean, he claimed to have– he claimed to have information on a crime, and not just any crime, a murder. [tense music]
Murder? That does change things.
Yeah.
So was, like, Mr. Plum in the library with the candlestick or something less obvious?
OK, can we please just not?
All right, I’m sorry. Go on.
He didn’t give me any details. But he said that we can further discuss it if I go back and visit him today.
A bluff, %.
Yeah, I considered that.
Do you not– Jada, he just wants to spend more time with you. That’s it.
Maybe. Although he could have information on a serious crime and want to see me at the same time.
Nope. It’s pure manipulation, Jada.
Either way, I’m going back. I need to hear him out.
OK. I don’t want this to sound harsh, but the guy is mentally unstable. This could be a trap. He– he could get violent. I just– I think that you should stay as far away from him as possible.
I’m glad you had a positive experience with Jada. I– I know you still have feelings for her. But shouldn’t you consider Everett? I mean, couldn’t you just briefly let him out?
No, I don’t think so. He’s not ready to face the past.
Well, if that’s the problem that he’s having, then we should explore that. What happened in the past?
Why don’t you sum it up for me? Why is EJ so eager for me to give you this job?
Couldn’t be the most obvious reason, could it? He feels guilty for stealing the DA job from me.
Yeah, no, DiMeras are generally not wired for a guilty conscience.
But he likely knows the value of rewarding a good deed. I was the one who handed over the evidence that freed his sister-in-law.
Yeah, that’s another thing I don’t understand. I mean, previously, EJ refused to reopen Gabi’s case. And then all of a sudden, it’s at the top of his to-do list. He hates her, and I don’t think he’s very fond of Stefan either.
I know from personal experience that being the DA, you serve at the pleasure of the mayor. Politics and optics are just as important as the results in court. Sounds like to me he just decided to go for an easy win right out the gate.
Yeah, no, I don’t buy that. Yeah, let’s just table all the EJ questions for now. I’m curious about you. Why do you want to work for me? I assume that you still blame me for your daughter’s death.
You did push her down a flight of stairs.
It was an accident, as I have told you before. Look, I was out of my mind with grief. I was horrified at what happened to your daughter.
Yeah, well, I’ve been out of my mind with grief since I lost her, my only child. And since you are responsible for her death, even if unintentionally, I am triggered just being in your presence. But nevertheless, I am a professional. So for the sake of the job, I can put aside our personal differences.
Wonderful. I can’t say the same.
So just like, that you punch out of here, and the next minute, you’re on the left bank.
Well, I need a clean break. The sooner I start a new life, the better. I told you why. [tense music]
Yeah, you did. And I know it’s not getting any easier without Jude. In fact, it’s getting harder. I just wish there was something I could do.
The only thing that I know is I need time. I need distance.
Right. Well, and– and who knows what adventure awaits you? I am really going to miss you.
I’m gonna miss you. But I don’t know. Maybe this is for the best for all of us. I mean, EJ never did like us working together.
Yeah. And he liked it even less when he saw us kissing.
What?
You know that night you brought me home, and I was wasted, he saw us.
Why didn’t you tell me?
Well, because he just told me recently. And– and I reassured him that it meant nothing. And obviously, it upset him.
Of course, it did. I mean, if we were together– I don’t know what I’d do if I saw you kissing another man.
I was going to pick you up from the airport.
Mm, I got in early, so I took a rideshare. Mm.
So? Tell me about Ari.
So incredible. I cannot believe how grown-up she is. I wanted her to come back with me, but she signed up for this performing arts club.
And I’m sure she’s going to be the next Ariana Grande. Look, you can gush over your offspring any time. Right now, I need you to glam yourself up for a press conference.
I’m all for being objectified, but why?
It’ll give you a chance to express your boundless gratitude for my having ensured your exoneration.
I just landed, and I’m exhausted.
You owe me, Gabriella. Stefan, you too.
We’ll be there.
Mm.
What time?
An hour and . Please don’t be late.
You really want me to do this?
I do. Let’s throw him a bone.
Fine. But only if you tell me how you strong-armed EJ into overturning my conviction.
I told you, I pleaded to a sense of family loyalty.
And I told you, I don’t buy it, especially after I just overheard you talking about blackmailing him when I interrupted you two before.
Ah, whoops.
Hmm. Truth bomb, baby. Let’s have it.
OK. Brace yourself. About Nicole’s baby, Jude. EJ’s not the father.
You know, you’ve said to me really protecting Everett, but I have a sense that you’re more concerned about yourself.
And I have this sense that this is all really boring and that I’d like to get back to my book. [tense music]
All right, I’ll leave you for right now. But, Bobby, we can’t go on like this. [chuckles]
We’ll see about that.
Just remember one thing. This guy’s in Bayview for a reason.
Bobby wouldn’t hurt me. Look, it’s very rare for alters to be violent. And plus, I’ve been doing a bunch of research about people with DID, and Marlena said the same thing.
Still. If you’re looking to investigate a crime, I’ve got a whole stack of them at the office, OK? You can have your pick of felonies. This is just too risky.
Hmm. OK, you know, I’m guessing that you wouldn’t pull this on a male detective, this whole too-risky business. My job is to investigate crimes, Rafe.
I’m not involved with any of the male detectives at work. Only you. OK. Obviously, there’s no stopping you.
No, there is not.
All right. I’ll just go with you.
You can’t. Bobby will not tell me anything in front of you or even if he knows that you’re there. Look, this is all about trust, OK? And I just need to go there alone.
I hate this a lot.
There’ll be a doctor right outside the door.
OK. All right. Just be careful. I love you.
Well, I should really get to the press conference.
Yeah. I need to finish my rounds, you know, farewell tour.
OK. And then it’s off to the airport?
Yeah, that’s the plan. [soft music]
Well– well, do you want to see Jude before you go? He’s at home. I could let the nanny know that you’re coming.
No, I don’t think that’s a good idea.
EJ won’t be home, if that helps.
I’m tempted. But thank you for the offer.
So is this really goodbye? I mean, it just– it just seems so final. May– maybe we could say, I don’t know, see you later. OK, maybe– maybe that doesn’t work, so–
So this really is goodbye? [sighs] How about we just don’t say it, OK?
OK. We won’t.
OK.
[chuckles]
So you’re not willing to set aside our personal differences? And here I was thinking that I was the one with a very serious grievance with you, not the other way around.
Maybe so, but I would always be looking over my shoulder with you around, worried whether or not you were playing the long game or not.
Well, you can stop worrying. I plan to keep my head down and work my ass off. Period. And you would be extremely lucky to have me in your employ.
Mm. I do feel like I owe you. I just don’t think it’s a smart move for me at this moment.
Hello, ladies. Settled on a starting salary, just negotiating the perks now?
We are at an impasse, actually. It seems your sister doesn’t want to hire me.
What? Why not? Linda is extremely qualified.
[scoffs] Oh, what, to stab me in the back? We have been just talking about that.
Oh, for God’s sake, I am not a threat, dammit, at least not to you.
Kristen, what can I do to help seal this deal?
EJ, I really don’t–
What if I offer you my DiMera shares?
[gasps] I’m still– wow. Eric is Jude’s father, not EJ? And Eric has no idea?
[sighs] Yeah. In EJ’s defense, he hasn’t known about this since the very beginning.
Well, the way you described it, he’s known long enough. When exactly did Sloan tell him the truth? Months ago?
Yeah.
And he’s sat on it ever since?
He was afraid of losing Nicole. He still is. He thinks if Nicole finds out that Eric is Jude’s father, she’ll leave him.
I bet he’s right. Once you discovered those test results–
I realized I had him right where I wanted him. And I had all the tools necessary to secure your freedom.
It’s Independence Day all over again. And now Eric will get his child back. [tense music]
I’m sorry, what?
Stefan, we can’t keep this to ourselves. We have to tell Eric the truth. [dramatic music]
Don’t look at me like that. Telling Eric that Jude is his son, Stefan, it’s the right thing to do. It’s the only thing to do.
I can’t believe you’re even saying this.
And I can’t believe you think there’s any other choice here. [soft music] Look, you and I may not exactly be pillars of morality, but I was unjustly separated from my daughter for almost a year. It killed me to miss out on so much time with her. Do you expect me to stand by and let Eric miss out on his child’s entire life?
OK, look, I don’t love it either, but EJ came through for us. You are free.
Exactly. We got what we wanted. So what’s stopping us from telling Eric?
A very solemn promise. That’s what’s stopping us. I– I’d like to think that that means something here.
Does it, though?
Yes, it does. It absolutely does. I– look, we finally have a ceasefire with EJ. Now, I don’t need or want another war with him right now.
I get that. But Eric’s a really good guy. He’s Ariana’s great-uncle. What did he do to deserve this?
Gab, Gabi, you just got out of prison for a crime you didn’t commit. Do I need to remind you again that life is unfair sometimes? And look what Jude has to gain from all this. He will want for nothing.
So growing up without your real dad is OK as long as you’re a one-percenter?
It’s not just that. Despite EJ’s faults, he is also a very good father. This is the price that we have to pay for your freedom. It could be a lot worse.
Tell Eric that.
OK, Gabi. Hey, I hate it. I honestly hate it. Please, please, don’t rock the boat right now. I just got you back. And I can’t risk anything getting in the way of us living in harmony.
OK. OK. OK. I’ll try and see it your way.
Please. It’s the only way. It’s for the best. [tense music]
So let’s go play nice with EJ? Mm?
Mm-hmm, OK.
You have fought tooth and nail to amass those shares. And now you just want to hand them over to me?
Why do I need them? The board has made it clear they don’t want me in charge. And playing another game of CEO musical chairs is pointless. Plus, I am completely content being DA.
Still, you’ll sacrifice a tremendous amount of power to get Melinda this job, not to mention the money.
Oh, to be clear, you’ll also get the voting rights and the power that comes with those shares, but the dividends will continue to flow, again, in the direction they always have. Melinda may be an excellent attorney, but I have my limits.
I wonder what those might be.
A solid block of votes in your corner. That should help eliminate any insecurities you may have about holding on to your position.
Either there’s something that you’re not telling me, or being a new father has turned your brain into mush.
It’s a deal. I will have the interim DiMera lawyer draw up the paperwork, in addition to Melinda’s contract. I am sure that you will find the pay package more than suitable.
OK. The job is yours, which means you now have to keep your trap shut about Jude’s paternity from now to eternity. Correct?
Nicole won’t hear about it from me.
Won’t hear what? [dramatic music]
Hmm. I was hoping you’d come back.
I almost didn’t. And just so we’re clear, I won’t let you keep me on the hook. I’m going to need answers. OK, you said you have information about a murder, so I need you to tell me what you know. [tense music]
You always loved to dive right in, didn’t you? Fine. But I’m going to need something in return first.
Honestly, I don’t understand how you keep talking to this conniving lowlife, who helped another conniving lowlife steal our son.
Believe me, I’m aware.
And I know this conversation isn’t about the court cases that EJ’s taking over for you again. You said, Nicole won’t hear it from me, meaning?
We were just talking about Kristen hiring me to work at DiMera. And I guess now you have indeed heard it from me.
Why would she do that? Is the company’s reputation in danger of improving?
I knew– I knew that you would be upset. And I’m so sorry that you walked in on us like that. I– I wanted to break the news to you myself.
Well, guess the cat’s out of the bag now. Excuse me, I have to go pick out some very expensive office furniture.
EJ, I don’t get it. Don’t Kristen and Melinda have a terrible history?
My guess, Kristen hired to spite me.
Unbelievable.
Are you– are you here for my press conference? I didn’t realize you’d be making a show of support.
Actually, I’m here covering for “The Spectator.” Objectively, of course.
Ah. Well, to make it up to me, please ensure Eric takes a rather flattering photo of me for the front page. Sadly, it must include Gabi as well, but hey, I’ll soldier on.
Eric doesn’t work for “The Spectator” anymore. He’s taking a job in Paris.
Paris, France?
Mm. He realized that living in the same town as Jude is too hard. He needs a clean break.
Well, that makes sense. I– I know it’s– I know it’s a big change, but I think that Eric has made the right decision for everyone.
Oh, I’m glad you’re here, hermano, but you didn’t have to come out for this dog and pony show.
So today, are you the dog or the pony?
Oh, and there it is, that wicked sense of humor I have not missed at all.
Oh, you love it. You love it. And I love you, which is why I’m here, to support you, even though I’ve got to listen to this blowhard DA.
Yeah, well.
Worst.
Mrs. DiMera.
Yes.
I just wanted you to know how happy I was to hear you were exonerated.
I’m sorry, do I know you?
No, but I knew Li Shin quite well, actually. And I know he wouldn’t be able to rest in peace while someone was being wrongfully punished for his murder. So thank goodness you got justice and that his true killer was revealed.
Thank you. It means a lot. Hmm, so nice.
Seemed a little strange to me.
Maybe a little.
Yeah.
So when is Eric planning to go?
Oh, well, he booked a flight for later this afternoon.
Wow, so soon? Then I’m glad you got to say goodbye.
You’re loving this, aren’t you? I’m waiting for you to break out in song.
I’ll admit, I’ll sleep a lot easier knowing that I have you all to myself. But I do feel bad for Eric. He lost his wife and his child in one fell swoop. I’d be devastated too if I were in his shoes.
Paris? What? Are there no photographer positions open in, I don’t know, Missouri? All right, I understand.
Do you think I’m weak? Weak for running away?
No, not at all. Look, nobody blames you for needing space. You’ve got a lot of adjusting to do.
Thank you. Thank you for saying that. And thank you for what you’re not saying.
Meaning? [soft music]
Meaning Nicole. You know very well Nicole is the other reason why I’m moving away.
Thank you, everyone, so much for coming. It goes without saying that it’s been a rather tumultuous time in your district attorney’s office, the chaos, the instability. This city deserves better. And I want to assure the citizens of Salem that the right person is finally on the job. As the DA, I hereby recommit myself to upholding the law and making sure justice prevails no matter how hard the fight. To that end, my first act as your newly reinstated district attorney was to reopen the Li Shin murder case. In light of new evidence, we now firmly believe that the real culprit was a Mr. Gil Carter, a drug dealer who is now deceased. But this is not just about seeking justice for Mr. Shin. Gabriela Hernandez DiMera was wrongly convicted of this crime. She too was seeking justice. I personally presented my findings to the judge regarding the new evidence. And he agreed with me that Mrs. DiMera’s release was immediately called for. Ladies and gentlemen, the system works because today she has her freedom. So now, I would like to welcome her to the podium to say a few words. [applause] [tense music]
I suspected you might want something in return. What would that be?
Get me released. Then we could go someplace private, just the two of us.
I knew you were just playing games.
It’s not a game. I do actually have the information that you need to know.
About a murder?
Mm-hmm. And I will tell you all about it as soon as you get me sprung, baby.
Rafe was right.
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait. OK, I will tell you.
[soft music]
You wanted to see me?
Yes. I– I received EJ’s shares. And I am a woman of my word, so here is the contract. All you have to do is sign.
Oh, you weren’t kidding about this pay package.
Mm-hmm. Yeah, see, it’s worth it because now you answer to me. Now, let’s have it. Why did my brother push so hard to get you this job?
All I can say is your brother was doing what’s best for him.
I am so grateful to be standing before you here today. The last eight months have been the worst of my life. I wouldn’t have survived if not for the support of my family and friends. There are so many people I have to thank, but first and foremost, I must acknowledge my husband, Stefan DiMera. His love and unwavering faith in me got me through the darkest of hours. He never once doubted my innocence and fought tirelessly to secure my freedom. Te amo, mi amor.
OK, let’s have it.
Mm, God, I love it when you talk dirty.
You have five seconds to spit it out, or I’m gone.
Mm-hmm.
, , , , .
It’s about the murder of Li Shin. [dramatic music]
And I’d also like to thank Detective Jada Hunter and my brother, Commissioner Rafe Hernandez, for pursuing every angle of this case. They worked tirelessly to make sure justice was served. And finally, there is one more important person I need to acknowledge, the victim, Li Shin. As someone recently mentioned to me, Li can finally rest in peace now that his true murderer is known. [dramatic music]
[lock clicking] [keys jangle]
[grunts]
You’ve asked me not to bring up Nicole. I respect that you don’t want to talk about it.
Yeah, but now that I’m leaving, I can be honest with you, not just you, but… Myself too. [soft music] I tried to move on. But the one simple fact is that Nicole will always have a piece of my heart.
Excuse me, Mrs. DiMera. I was just wondering, what role did DA DiMera play in overturning your case? [tense music]
Of course. How could I forget? Much credit must go to your husband. He was the one who approved the immunity deal for Ms. Trask, who then handed over the evidence needed to exonerate me, even though DA DiMera was the one who wrongfully prosecuted me in the first place under the flimsiest of circumstantial evidence.
You’re not helping. [shutter clicks]
But in the end, he was big enough to admit that he was wrong, that he let his personal animosity toward me cloud his judgment. You and I are similar in that way. Sometimes we let our emotions guide our decisions. In your case, you sent me to prison out of hate. But you freed me out of love.
Love?
Not for me, obviously. For Nicole.
Nicole has nothing to do with this.
Of course she does. This is all about Nicole.
What are you talking about?
The only reason he exonerated me was because he was desperately afraid of losing his beloved wife to Eric Brady.
Why would he be afraid of that?
Because you’re still in love with Eric. And he’s the father of your baby.
[dramatic music]
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