Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Fiona tells Xander that she just wants to have a relationship with her son because she loves him. Fiona asks if Xander believes her and if he can find it in his heart to forgive her. Xander then sees something in the room and questions what the hell that is. Xander finds Brady’s underwear on the floor and questions who they belong to. Fiona thinks back to sending Brady to hide and escape through the window. Fiona then tells Xander that she had a dalliance last night. Xander points out that he’s the only man she knows in town. Fiona responds that was true, until she met a handsome stranger at the Bakery. Fiona claims that they bonded over beverages as their lattes got mixed up so they returned them to each other. Fiona remarks that he was a very charming gentlemen. Xander then suggests he might know him and asks what this charming gentlemen’s name is.
Brady is at Small Bar where Alex finds him and asks him how it’s going. Alex offers him company, insisting that no one likes drinking alone although he would be if he didn’t find Brady here. Alex talks about the past week knocking him on his ass from thinking he was Victor’s son and about to marry the woman he loved to having her screw him over which he guesses she also did to Brady. Alex guesses that’s also why Brady is back on the bottle and asks if he’s right.
Stephanie goes to the hospital in tears as Kayla asks what’s going on. Stephanie informs her that she came in with Everett. Kayla asks what happened and if he’s alright. Stephanie realizes she hasn’t heard and reveals that Everett is dead, shocking Kayla.
Marlena questions Steve as to what’s going on here and if John didn’t come back from Greece with him. Steve confirms that he didn’t, so Marlena asks where he is. Steve responds that he’s sorry but he’s afraid John is missing.
In Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Jack suggests Chad that they call the police but Chad says he’s not wasting another second if Abigail is behind that door. Chad then kicks the door open as he and Jack are shocked to find John tied up and unconscious inside the room!
Steve repeats to Marlena that he’s so sorry for keeping her in the dark. Marlena says she assumed Steve had found him. Steve wishes he had and talks about finding Catarina’s grave. Marlena questions Steve not knowing where John is or if he’s even alive.
Chad and Jack wake John up and untie him. Chad asks how badly he’s hurt. John responds that he’s been worse. Jack questions what he’s doing here. John says he could ask them the same question. Chad says they’re going to focus on him and tells him that Steve’s looking for him in Greece. John questions where the hell he is if he’s not in Greece. Jack reveals that he’s in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. John asks how he got there and what the hell they are doing here.
Kayla tells Stephanie that she didn’t even know Everett was brought in tonight. Stephanie informs her that’s because they took his body straight to the morgue as he died in his hotel room. Kayla asks what happened. Stephanie tells her that he overdosed on pills. Kayla questions it being a cardiac medicine and asks if it was an accidental overdose. Stephanie tells Kayla about the note that was left. Stephanie adds that he was still alive when she and Jada got there but she watched him die. Stephanie knows Kayla is used to seeing death every day, but she has never. Kayla tells her that she’s so sorry. Stephanie cries that Everett took his life because he was in so much pain, so she can’t help feeling like she let him down or didn’t do enough to save him.
Fiona doubts Xander knows the gentleman who she spent the night with and says it’s a very awkward conversation to have with her son. Fiona remarks that men have casual sex all the time with no judgment and questions if Xander is judging her. Xander says he’s not and suggests changing the subject. Fiona brings up knowing how devastated he was when she disappeared from his life but says he needs to know that it was truly not her choice and she’s dedicated years to working on her sobriety and improving her mental health. She claims that her motivation was the hope that one day she’d be able to be the mother he deserves. Fiona needs to know that he believes what she told him is the truth. Xander responds that he believes her. Fiona tells Xander that makes her so happy and asks if that means he forgives her.
Brady tells Alex that he’s not drinking and just having club soda. Alex calls that a relief and says he thought he’d have to call Maggie on him. Alex asks if he’s still going to meetings. Brady says he is but he’s not going to discuss sobriety while Alex is drinking scotch. Alex says he’s glad that Theresa didn’t drive him to drink though. Brady admits he was tempted. Alex remarks that he thought he was the chosen one but he was just another loser not worth mentioning in Victor’s will. Alex toasts to them being losers tonight but winners in general and to never seeing Theresa again.
Jack wants to call Marlena so that she can hear John’s voice and know he’s okay. Jack gives John his phone, so he calls Marlena. Marlena answers and tells Jack that it’s not a good time but John tells her it’s him which surprises her as she asks how he is. John says he’s fine. Marlena tells him that she’s with Steve, who said he found his letter at Catarina’s grave with blood on it and questions what’s happening there.
Kayla encourages that Stephanie can’t blame herself since she called an ambulance and stayed with him. Stephanie argues that she should’ve noticed sooner that Bobby was still in control and faked Everett re-emerging to get out of Bayview. Kayla asks if she thinks Bobby took the pills. Stephanie explains that she and Jada figured out that he had something to do with Rafe’s attack, so he must have felt cornered and like there was no other way out. Stephanie doesn’t see how any part of Everett could have done what Bobby did, wishing she was more compassionate or understanding. Kayla reminds her that he pushed her away and didn’t want her help. Stephanie points out that Everett came back just before he died and said he loved her but cries that she didn’t get a chance to say it back. Stephanie cries that she really loved him as Kayla hugs her.
Brady asks what Alex has planned next. Alex says he has no clue. Brady is sure Justin would welcome back to the Kiriakis mansion with open arms. Alex feels he has too many bad memories there as he moved in there like he did at the CEO office, thinking it was his birthright but it all belongs to Xander. Brady points out that Xander hasn’t made a move to take over the family business yet and he’s sure that Xander has complicated feelings about the truth coming out. Alex states that regardless, Xander is Victor’s son and the heir, so everything he thought was his belongs to him now.
Xander tells Fiona that he wish he knew the truth the whole time as he always thought he was the black sheep. Fiona apologizes and worries if asking for his forgiveness is too much. Xander acknowledges that he’s hurt people he loves and had to ask for forgiveness. Xander notes that he usually received it and he knows that Fiona has suffered as well. Xander talks about Fiona seemingly working hard on her sobriety, so he respects and appreciates that. Xander then tells Fiona that he forgives her. Fiona hugs him.
Kayla repeats to Stephanie that she’s so sorry she’s going through this. Kayla suggests Stephanie come stay with her and Steve for awhile. Stephanie says it’s okay as she just got settled in her apartment. Kayla doesn’t like the idea of her being alone. Stephanie assures she’ll be fine and that she knows where they are if she needs them, but it’s good for her to be independent again. Kayla had reservations about Stephanie moving back to where she lived with Chad and the kids with all those memories. Stephanie states that at least those were mostly good memories but Chad wasn’t ready to move on from Abigail. Stephanie feels that even back then, maybe part of Chad knew that Abigail might be alive.
Chad tries to figure out where the camera was in the room from the angle on the video while John remains on the phone with Marlena. Marlena tells John what a relief it is to hear his voice. Marlena says she will get on the next plane, but John tells her that won’t be necessary as he’s coming home. Marlena questions if that means this whole thing is over. John responds that he’s made his peace with Catarina’s death and he’ll tell her about it when he gets home. John says he loves her and can’t wait to see her as they hang up. Steve asks Marlena if John is okay then and what he’s doing with Jack’s phone. John thanks Jack but says he’s a little confused since they said Steve went to Greece to try to find him, so he questions what the hell they are doing looking for him here. Jack clarifies that they weren’t looking for him as Chad adds that he was the last person they expected to find. John asks what they were looking for then. Chad reveals they were looking for Abigail.
Brady knows Alex has had to do some inner soul searching like he has, but points out that Alex is still a Kiriakis with Justin as his dad which is a win. Alex agrees and says Justin has been great through this whole thing. Alex acknowledges how lucky he is for all that he has. Brady understands he’s sad, mad, and frustrated. Alex asks about Brady since he said a few weeks ago that he wasn’t interested in Theresa at all but he always felt he was protesting that a little too much. Brady responds that his head and heart have never been on the same page with Theresa, but he’s glad that his head took the lead on this one so he didn’t get too deep. Alex responds that he was submerged in the deep end. Brady declares that he’s laying off and done with women. Alex jokes about there being no chance he gets back with Kristen. Brady tells him to bite his tongue and calls Kristen the Devil, insisting Hell would freeze over before they got back together. Alex points out that Kristen is dedicated to getting back with him and that now she thinks she has a clear path. Brady declares that he and Theresa were toxic, but he and Kristen were radioactive. Alex says to forget he even mentioned it and then decides maybe he’ll take a break from women too. Brady wishes him luck with that. Alex offers to pay for the drinks but Brady says this one’s on him since he knows his wallet took a hit this week. Alex thanks Brady and says he’ll get him next time as Alex then exits the bar.
Fiona tells Xander how much this means to her. Xander calls it better for him too and jokes that it’s easier to focus his ire and resentment on one parent. Fiona understands he’s upset with Victor but points out that Victor tried to make amends too in his own way by giving Xander his fortune and wanting him to control Titan. Fiona then asks Xander when he will claims his birthright. Xander suggests maybe never, bringing up that Victor gave him the CEO job once and ripped it away from him while treating him like dirt for years. Fiona talks about Victor having high standards for himself and putting that on Xander. Xander guesses Victor is probably disappointed in him now but Fiona insists that Victor was more proud of him than he ever let on. Fiona asks what Xander has been doing since he left Titan. Xander responds that he’s been involved in a variety of ventures, most recently he owned a newspaper but he just gave up his interest in it in exchange for repairing a friendship with an old friend. Fiona questions Xander now considering rejecting running a multi-national corporation, reminding him that he has Sarah and their daughter to provide for. Xander points out that Sarah is a doctor and does fine by herself for the both of them and he’s more than happy to spend as much time as possible with Victoria since that opportunity was almost taken from him. Fiona questions him planning to be Mr. Mom and says that doesn’t sound very much like him. Xander tells her that he’s wanted to be a father for a very long time and now that he is, it’s changed him. Xander adds that Fiona doesn’t really know him anymore. Fiona argues that in the past, he put himself at a disadvantage and was self-destructive out of guilt for whatever reason. Fiona says she’s not saying this because she wants her son to be rich and powerful, but because she knows how it killed Victor to keep this secret and how he really wanted to make amends in the many ways that he failed him. Fiona adds that he may call himself Xander Cook, but he is Alexander Kiriakis and he deserves to take his rightful place at Victor’s heir. Fiona urges Xander to go claim what is his.
Stephanie tells Kayla that Chad’s jealousy over Everett hurt any chance they may have had, but admits that she was just as jealous of what Chad had with Abigail. Stephanie asks if Kayla thinks there’s really a chance that Abigail could be alive. Kayla responds that stranger things have happened in Salem, but she wouldn’t believe anything out of Clyde’s mouth. Stephanie tells Kayla that Jack and Chad are chasing down a lead now. They both hope they find answers but Stephanie worries that if they don’t and they never know, then Chad could be stuck in limbo forever.
Steve asks Marlena how John ended up in Missouri. Marlena explains that he was at the cemetery in Greece, leaving the note for Konstantin’s daughter, and then someone hit him from behind. Steve says that explains the blood on the note. Marlena adds that the last thing John remembered was being dragged away after being hit. Marlena is thankful that Jack and Chad found him but says it’s such an unlikely place.
Chad shows John the video that they had enhanced. Jack explains that Clyde claimed it proves Abigail is still alive but they can’t prove when the video was shot or if it’s even her. John argues that Clyde is just stringing them along but Chad says that doesn’t prove it’s not true. Jack talks about locating the building as every other room is empty. John agrees that this appears to be the room in the video. Jack asks how long John has been there. John guesses it’s been no more than a couple days. Jack and Chad asks if he’s seen anyone or anything that could lead them to Abigail.
Xander tells Fiona that he’s glad they talked as she’s given him a lot to think about. Fiona is grateful for his kindness and understanding. Xander says he would still like her to be there when he and Sarah get married, assuming she’s over her objection. Fiona says that she doesn’t have an objection, she just wanted to make sure he was in the right mind before such an enormous decision. Xander assures that he loves Sarah and she keeps him grounded so it’s in everyone’s best interest that they get married as soon as possible. Fiona asks what if he takes over the Kiriakis empire. Xander says that if he does, he can multi-task. Fiona agrees that he can do anything he sets his mind too. Xander thanks her for the vote of confidence. Xander adds that when he and Sarah do tie the knot, she’s free to bring a plus one.
Brady remains at Small Bar and texts Tate that he’s thinking of him and hoping he’s enjoying camp. Brady then finishes his drinks and exits the bar.
Alex goes to the Titan office and picks up his CEO nameplate, then looks at a framed photo of he and Theresa. Alex takes both the nameplate and the photo and dumps them in the trash.
Brady goes to Fiona’s room and they joke about him leaving his underwear before he made his third story descent. Fiona remarks that Xander never would’ve known if he didn’t find those. Brady asks what she told him. Fiona says she told him the truth that she met a handsome stranger who was quite charming.
Alex packs up a box at the Titan office. Xander arrives and tells Alex he’s sorry as he didn’t think anyone would be there. Alex says he’s just packing up his desk and will get out of his way. Xander says he knows this is awkward. Alex tells him that it’s not his fault or anyone’s but Theresa and Konstantin. Alex tells Xander this is all his now. Xander responds that he’s not sure it’s where he belongs. Xander offers to let Alex stay on in some capacity but he declines. Alex knows how much it upset Xander that Victor didn’t include him in his will. Xander says he just wanted what Alex had and now that he has it, he’s not sure what he’s going to do with it. Alex encourages that Xander had a good run there once, so he’s sure the company is in good hands and if he needs anything, he knows where to find him. Xander says he appreciates that. Alex then remembers he’s wearing Victor’s watch and says it belongs to Xander. Alex mentions that Maggie gave it to him for Christmas. Xander says he can’t accept that but Alex assures him that Maggie wanted Victor’s son to have it, so he hands him the watch. Alex tells Xander that he will see him around and exits the office.
Stephanie tells Kayla that she keeps thinking about how Everett followed her to Salem and now she wishes he hadn’t. Kayla tells her not to go down that path, encouraging that she was willing to wait for him and would do anything to help him get well. Kayla hates what she’s going through but is relieved she won’t be in limbo like that. Kayla tells Stephanie that she loves her and she’s so sorry as she hugs her.
Marlena tells Steve that she didn’t even ask John what Chad and Jack were doing there or why they were in Poplar Bluff. Steve bets they were looking for Abigail, acknowledging that Poplar Bluff is where Clyde Weston is from. Kayla then enters, so Steve tells her the good news that John is okay. Kayla asks where he is. Steve tells her that she’s not going to believe this.
John is afraid he’s been pretty out of it for the last couple of days as everything is just a blur. John states that someone brought food in for him when he was out cold but he didn’t see anyone come and go, so he has no idea how he got there or who has been holding him. Jack worries that he already had a head injury and they worked him over after that. John wants to wait for them to come back now but Jack argues that he needs medical attention. John says he doesn’t want them there when his captors come back but Chad declares that he’s not going anywhere. Chad says he’s going to sit around to find out who these people are and see if they know anything about the woman in the video.
Kayla is thankful that John is safe. Steve says he has so many questions for him. Marlena wants answers so she’s going home to wait for him. Kayla stops her and says there’s something about one of her patients that she should know. Kayla informs Marlena that it’s about Everett Lynch.
Alex returns to his old apartment and runs in to Stephanie in the hallway.
Xander takes his seat at the Titan CEO desk.
Fiona reminds Brady that they said earlier the third time in her bed is the charm, so she thinks this is their moment. Fiona and Brady then start kissing and undressing each other as they kiss onto the bed.
John tells Chad that he doesn’t like this idea, pointing out that Chad is unarmed and has no idea who he is dealing with. Jack agrees and tells Chad to think about his kids. Chad argues that their mother could be alive and close by. Jack wants to call the police but Chad doesn’t want to risk scaring them away. John declares that he’s staying then. Jack says no and that he’s taking John to get medical attention. Chad tells Jack to get John out and assures that he’s good. Chad says he has to do this. Jack tells Chad to be careful and to call him as soon as he knows anything. John hopes that Chad gets the answers he needs. Jack and John then exit together. Chad looks around the room and finds Abigail’s bracelet on the floor.
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