Days of Our Lives Transcript
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Thanks for the coffee, Roman. Oh, I know it’s not officially fall yet, but I do love a pumpkin spice latte.
[chuckles] Oh, don’t tell anyone, though. Mm-mm. I wouldn’t want to be known as a basic bitch.
A basic what?
You know, someone cheugy.
Cheugy?
Mm-hmm.
OK, what–what the heck is that?
Come on, Roman. You got to get with the times. The kids say it. It means someone lame and unoriginal.
OK, well, you are neither one of those things.
You better believe it.
[laughs] OK, you have yourself a good day, now.
Yeah, you too, Paulina.
[both chuckle]
[light music] Good morning.
Hey.
Hey. You got a minute to talk?
Yeah, sure. What’s up?
Well, I’m afraid we have a bit of a problem.
Hello.
Mayor Price, it’s Stefan DiMera. I hope I haven’t caught you at a bad time.
Oh, no, you’re in luck. I am sufficiently caffeinated. So what can I do for you?
I have a rather urgent matter to discuss with you. It’s about my brother, your notorious district attorney.
[tense music]
[sighs]
[soft music]
Good morning, handsome.
Good morning.
So my brother is out of his coma, and I thought that we could celebrate.
Hmm. I was under the impression that our night of passion was a one-time thing, the sole purpose of which was to get revenge on Stefan.
Yes. And it was a total success, which is why I thought that we could reward ourselves with an encore performance.
[suspenseful music]
Come on. Come on!
[door clatters]
Breakfast is served.
[chuckles] Well, you seem to be in a good mood.
I am, because today’s the big day. Today Gabi DiMera is finally going to get what’s coming to her.
[siren wailing]
[dramatic music]
[echoing] Looks like that open grave was the least of your worries.
[door clicks open]
[exhales heavily]
Hey.
Hey.
I couldn’t decide what to get you from Sweet Bits, so I just bought you one of everything.
Isn’t that a little excessive?
Not when your boyfriend just came out of a coma.
Mm.
[chuckles] Besides, I was hoping that you’d share.
Only if you get a little closer.
Mm. Like this?
Like that.
[chuckles] So what were you thinking about when I walked in? You looked so pensive.
Yeah, well, I think I may have remembered something about the day I was stabbed.
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
So what do you remember?
[dramatic music]
It’s after I was stabbed. I was on the ground, barely conscious. I heard a voice. And I remembered it yesterday, but I wasn’t sure it was real. But the more that I’ve thought about it, I am certain that it is.
What did the voice say?
[sighs] Yeah, it’s kind of garbled in my mind. But it was something like, “That open grave is the least of your worries.”
Oh, my God. I can’t believe Bobby was actually gloating.
No, that’s– that’s what was weird. I don’t think it was Bobby. I’m pretty sure it was a woman’s voice.
It’s funny. I’m a little sad my plan is coming to an end.
That’s because you’re so good at it, exacting revenge.
[chuckles] Oh, I’m an expert by now. Hey, if I could make a living doing this, I’d be rich.
I mean, like I said before, all those true-crime podcasts you’ve been listening to really are paying off.
Right? I should start my own. I could call it “How to Get Away with Murder.”
I think that name is already taken.
Oh. Yeah, right. Too bad.
So what are your plans for Gabi? I mean, you already destroyed her marriage. What more can you do to her?
Oh, I thought I made it clear yesterday. That bitch has to die.
I don’t think this is a good idea.
[clears throat]
Why not?
Well, for one, we don’t like each other.
True. But as far as hate sex goes, what we had was kind of hot. You said so yourself.
Yes. Yes, I did. And while I stand by that assessment, you also had buyer’s remorse the next morning, as I recall.
Only because I still wasn’t sure about my feelings for Stefan. But now I’m sure. I can’t stand the sight of him.
Right.
[dramatic music] Still, I think we should exercise some caution.
Gabi, you’re in the middle of a very ugly divorce. If we continue these torrid little hookups, Stefan could use that against you.
How? He cheated on me first. Besides, one more night of adultery with you, it won’t make any difference.
It might.
I’m willing to risk it.
[grunts] I’m that irresistible, am I?
[chuckles]
[sighs] Or are you doubling down just for the hell of it?
Stefan broke my heart. I want to punish him as much as humanly possible.
Gabi, you already have.
At this point, I’m starting to think that the only person you’re intent on punishing is yourself.
What’s so urgent? Did something happen with EJ? He didn’t keel over or anything, did he?
I wish.
What was that? – No, he’s fine. He’s fine, at least as far as his health is concerned. But his role as–as DA, that’s–that’s a whole different matter.
What–what are you talking about?
I have some information, some important information that I– I think you have the right to know, since you’re his boss.
Some information? Well, I’m guessing this isn’t good news for EJ.
Oh, it’s not. And as much as I hate to rat out my own brother…
I’m afraid it has to be done.
So what’s the problem?
Has to do with you living here.
Oh, let me guess. Kayla asked you to kick me out again.
No, Kayla has nothing to do with this, and I’m not asking you to move out, at least not yet.
Not yet?
Ava, you are behind in your rent– by a lot.
[light music]
If what you’re saying about EJ is true, this is very troubling indeed.
Oh, it’s–it’s– it’s the truth, sadly. And I had to do my civic duty and report it, even at my brother’s expense.
Mm, mm-hmm.
[sighs] Yeah, well, something tells me that you aren’t very sad about it at all, are you?
[dramatic music]
I don’t know what you mean.
Mm-hmm.
Look, Mayor Price, all I did was pass along some information. What you choose to do with said information, that’s on you. Have a nice day.
– I came here for a little fun. Last thing I need is to be psychoanalyzed.
Sorry.
[clears throat] I got a little taste of that myself yesterday, from Johnny, actually. When he found out that you and I slept together, he–he warned me that I was potentially destroying my family out of misplaced rage towards Eric and Nicole.
[sighs] He also pointed out that since I was the one who had blown up my marriage, my rage and anger was doubly misplaced.
[scoffs]
Sounds like he was being preachy as hell.
Mm. Yes, but he had a point.
[clears throat] I just received my divorce decree from Nicole. So honestly, I’m not exactly in the right frame of mind to be engaging in sexual warfare, though tempting it may be.
[scoffs] Wait a minute. You’re– are you seriously turning me down?
Don’t be offended, Gabi. I suspect that deep down, this isn’t what you really want either.
Hey, aren’t you supposed to be some smarty-pants lawyer or something? What did you think I meant yesterday when I was waving my knife around and I said there’s only one way to make Gabi pay for what she did, that I was going to give her a bad haircut?
No, of course not. I guess I hoped you had changed your mind. I mean, after all, Li said that he didn’t want you to kill any more people.
Well, I told you yesterday, his way is not working. I mean, Gabi is living her best life right now, and that’s not acceptable. Is it, Li?
Well, maybe you could–
Melinda! That is so rude of you. Li was in the middle of saying something very important, and you interrupted him.
Did I? I’m so sorry, Li. I–I did not hear you.
[tense music]
I don’t know how you put up with her. I mean, she’s so rude. Oh, you naughty boy. I can’t believe you’re saying that. I mean, she’s sitting right there. She can hear you.
Oh, don’t mind him. He’s in a wicked mood today.
That’s all right. I–I know he’s just joking.
But hey, Li, why don’t you stop joking for a minute and remind Connie that you don’t want her to hurt anyone else?
Melinda, don’t you dare try to turn him against me, or I swear–
What’s that, darling? Yeah, I–I know, and I don’t want to kill anyone else. But–but with Gabi out of the way, I’ll have time to focus all my energy on you and–and us and–and making you happy. Isn’t that what you want?
He says yes, that’s what he wants.
Are you sure? I could have sworn I heard him say, don’t kill Gabi.
Well, you need to get your hearing checked, because he told me I should do whatever it takes for us to have our happily ever after! Right, Li?
[chuckles] And that’s bad news for Gabi.
And for you too.
Wait. Are you saying that you think a woman attacked you, that it wasn’t Bobby?
I’m not % sure, of course, but… I am pretty sure that it sounded like a woman’s voice. Do you think that’s possible? I mean, you told me that Bobby confessed in a letter.
Yeah, a suicide note. But that suicide note, it just– it never sat right with me. I don’t know, I couldn’t put my finger on it, but there was just something that wasn’t right. It just didn’t sound like him.
All right, so maybe this woman stabbed me and then framed Bobby for it, right? Thing is, who would do such a thing?
Maybe it was… Connie Vininski.
[light music]
Roman, I am so sorry. I knew I was behind on my rent. I just–I didn’t realize how far behind.
Yeah, I was trying to give you some leeway. I knew you’d lost your job at DiMera, and, you know, I didn’t want to nag you about it. But I can’t let this go on forever.
No, of course not. Of course not. And listen, I–I am gonna pay you back as soon as I find some work. Look, I’m out there every single day looking. It’s just that, I don’t know, work’s hard to come by right now.
Yeah, yeah, I know. I know you’re in a bind. I actually have a solution, although I’m not sure you’re gonna like it.
[footsteps tapping]
Excuse me, but I believe you’re sitting on what was my side of the room.
Gabi, the tape’s gone. So can we cut the whole “your side, my side” crap?
No, we can’t. Move.
You know, I read that your brother woke up. That’s great news.
It is, yes. I was at the hospital most of the night, right by his side.
[yawning]
Mm-hmm.
Mm.
Is that why you’re so tired?
[sighs] It’s one reason. The other is that, well… EJ and I just had another amazing sex marathon. He totally wore me out.
Is that so?
Mm-hmm. I don’t know why I wasted so much time hating him. He’s clearly the superior DiMera brother…
Mm.
In so many ways. Especially between the sheets.
You know, Gabi, don’t you think it’s painfully obvious you’re trying to get under my skin?
[dramatic music]
Well… while I do enjoy doing that…
You know, it’s not the reason that EJ and I went for it a second time. It was actually because… the first time was… wow, kind of amazing. Hmm. Plus, this isn’t just about me and you. Your brother really enjoyed sticking it to you too.
Mm. And I’m going to enjoy sticking it to him.
What does that mean?
It means little brother’s gonna get a taste of his own medicine.
Madam Mayor, good morning. What can I do for you?
Oh, I’ll tell you what you can do for me and every stand-up citizen in this fine town. You can pack up your office and get the hell out. You’re fired.
[tense music]
Who is Connie Vininski? Well, the name sounds familiar, but–
She’s Gabi’s assistant. I’m not sure if you ever met her, but apparently, she’s a big fan of your sister and of Gabi Chic.
Oh, wait, yes. No, I–I have met her. I remember now.
[echoing]
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. That means a lot.
Hmm. That was nice.
Seemed a little strange to me.
Maybe a little.
So Connie knew Li?
That’s what she said.
So what do you think? I mean, since you remember her, do you think it was her voice that you heard?
Honestly, I’m not sure. It’s– Why are you suspicious of her?
Because she said some things that don’t add up. Like, yesterday Stephanie told me that Leo Stark saw her coming out of Everett’s hotel room at the Salem Inn one day, right?
Mm-hmm.
And when Leo asked Connie how she knew Everett, she told him that they go way back. But that’s weird, because Stephanie and I, neither of us have ever heard of her name. Everett’s never mentioned her name to us.
Hmm.
Yeah. And then when Stephanie invited her to Everett’s funeral, she told Stephanie that she’d never met him.
Huh. So clearly, one of those times, she was lying.
Yeah. And we can assume that she had some type of connection to Everett, or maybe she knew him as Bobby. Anyway, she had some connection to him that she wants to cover up.
Yeah, like maybe she stabbed me and was framing Bobby for it.
It’s a possibility.
OK. Listen, I see where you’re going here. The only problem is, Bobby, he obviously had a motive for wanting to get rid of me, right? Because he wanted to be with you. This Connie woman, why would she want me dead?
Wait. Wait a minute. Connie, I–I–I don’t want you to take offense to this, but I think you’re confused. I mean, Li would never approve of you hurting me. Right, Li?
[as Li] Right, Melinda.
Nice try, Melinda, but don’t quit your day job. You’re a terrible mimic. And I spoke to Li, and as much as he’d like to spare your life, he understands that you know too much. So I’m sorry, it’s time for you to go.
No! Wait, wait, wait. Connie, Connie. But–but I haven’t even had a chance to eat that nice breakfast that you made for me.
Well, maybe it’s for the best. Li says you’ve really been packing on the pounds.
Oh, you lousy bastard. How dare you?
Melinda, don’t get upset. Weight doesn’t matter in the afterlife. And I promise, I’ll make this as quick and painless as possible.
No. No, no, no, no, no, no.
[grunting]
[tense music]
You’re offering me my old job back?
Yeah, look, I know being a server here at the pub is not near as glamorous as being a DiMera executive, but, you know– you know, till– till you find something else.
Aw. That is so kind of you, Roman. But, you know, I was talking to a server here last week, and she told me you are cutting shifts. Something about closing the pub a couple days of the week to have a TV show shoot here?
Well, that is true, yeah. Kate’s gonna use the pub as a location for “Body & Soul.”
Oh. So you actually don’t need to hire anyone, do you?
Not really.
Mm.
But if I’m gonna see my rent money ever, I can find you ample work.
[chuckles]
And besides, kind of like having you around.
Well… even after everything I’ve done to your family?
I meant what I said the other day. We all make mistakes. People do deserve to be forgiven, Ava. And that includes you.
[light music]
You’re firing me?
Hell yes, I’m firing you. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Oh, you’ll be lucky if your evil-hearted self doesn’t end up in prison.
For what?
[scoffs] Like you can’t figure it out? For helping Sloan Petersen kidnap Nicole’s baby!
Are you insane? I did no such thing.
Well, maybe it’s more accurate to say you’re an accessory after the fact.
That isn’t true either.
Oh? Oh, you deny finding out about Sloan Petersen’s kidnapping plot and keeping quiet about it?
Of course I deny it! These accusations are all baseless. Besides which, they all came to light at my press conference, which was months ago. Whatever public furor there was has completely died down by now, and rightfully so, because there was no evidence. Why are you harping on this now?
Well, because this morning, I got a phone call from a concerned citizen.
[laughs] Oh, let me guess. It was from my ex-wife Nicole or perhaps her pathetic lover, Eric.
Nope, neither. It was from your brother Stefan.
[dramatic music]
Mm-hmm.
All right, let’s hear it. What did you do to EJ?
Let’s just say that… I give as good as I get.
As your longtime lover, I’m not sure I agree with that statement.
Hmm. You know, I’m getting the distinct feeling that you do not have any desire to save this marriage.
That’s ’cause I don’t want to.
Mm. You know, I can remember a time not too long ago where I would not have been able to imagine you throwing away what we have because I made one mistake.
A huge freaking mistake.
Yes, a huge freaking mistake. I own that. I admit that. And if you had made that same huge freaking mistake, I’d be mad as hell. But that doesn’t mean that I would not fight for you till the bitter end.
[sighs] Which makes me realize that…
You don’t love me the way I love you. And maybe you’re right. Maybe this marriage isn’t worth saving.
I–I have no idea why this Connie Vininski woman would want to kill you. I mean, although I did hear that the woman is bad news.
How so? What’d you find out about her?
Well, after I talked to Stephanie about Connie, I ran into Ava.
Who worked with Connie, right?
Yeah, and Ava told me that that woman fabricated her entire résumé…
Huh.
Lied about everything.
OK.
[sighs] Yeah, and then when it all came out, Melinda Trask went to Connie’s apartment to fire her. But apparently, Melinda never showed up. Yeah, Ava told me that she left town.
Wait. Has anyone seen Melinda since she went to fire Connie?
No. But I went to Connie’s apartment to question her about everything, and when I got there, the door was unlocked. So I went in, but nobody was inside. And I was gonna explore further, but then I got the call about you waking up, so I left.
So Connie could have possibly done something to Melinda to keep from getting fired.
It’s possible.
Does Gabi know that her assistant lied about her résumé?
I’m not sure. But Connie is still Gabi’s assistant, so probably not.
OK. So let’s recap.
Mm.
Connie is a fraud. She may have done something to Melinda to keep from getting fired. And Connie has some crazy connection with Everett. I mean, how does this all tie together?
[sighs]
Li Shin.
What about him?
Li Shin. OK, look, Li Shin was both involved with Melinda and Gabi, right? And Connie, you said that you remember her saying that she knew Li. And she’s living in his old apartment, where he was stabbed.
Yeah, OK, but that–
And remember– remember Bobby said that he knew who killed Li? And after Bobby died, we just assumed that he was lying. But what if it was Connie? What if he knew it was Connie who killed Li?
And then she stabbed me, framed Bobby for it just to throw suspicion off herself.
Yeah. And then she killed Bobby and made it look like a suicide. Oh, my God. That would explain why he tried calling before he died.
I need to get in touch with Gabi.
OK, while you do that, I need to bring in Vininski for questioning.
All right, don’t go there without backup. You don’t know what you’re gonna be walking into.
[both shouting and grunting]
[suspenseful music]
[panting]
[groans]
[grunts]
Close, but no cigar.
[chuckles]
What can I get you?
[upbeat music]
Ava. Didn’t realize you were working here again.
Yeah, well, I wasn’t until about… five minutes ago. Desperate times, desperate measures.
[sighs] I’m sorry.
What for? It’s not your fault.
But it kind of is. You’d still have a job at DiMera if my wife wasn’t hell-bent on revenge.
I slept with her husband. And, you know, if I were in Gabi’s shoes, I probably would have done much worse. So I’ll take my licks for now.
Yeah, but you shouldn’t have to.
You know what? I think I’m gonna help you out. Why don’t you ditch that apron and come work with me over at the Bistro?
Stefan says you admitted your guilt to him months ago. He told Gabi all about it. Then she used the information to expose you at that press conference. Stefan said he was supposed to confirm the whole story with Rafe long time ago, but Rafe was attacked, so he never got the chance.
Of course my brother is the one who’s leading the charge on all this.
Oh, and he says now he’s ready to fully cooperate, which means testifying against you… which means I’ve got to fire you pronto to get ahead of the scandal.
Damn him.
Oh, yeah. Well, whew. I don’t know what you did to piss the guy off, but it must have been really damn rotten.
You can say that.
[clears throat]
[dramatic music]
[knocking]
Ms. Vininski, it’s Commissioner Hunter. I’d like to ask you a few questions. Last time I was here, I just had to apply a little pressure, and–
[suspenseful music]
Ms. Vininski, are you home?
Is that blood?
Yeah, it is. Put in a call to CSU.
[sighs] Oh, my God. Whose blood is this?
[sighs]
Gabi. Ms. DiMera.
[phone beeps] Hmm, sorry, Commish. I can’t have any interruptions.
Connie. What are you doing here?
Oh, well, I called the office, and they said you hadn’t come in yet, so I thought I’d drop by and see if you needed anything.
And I so appreciate that. You’re the best assistant ever, Connie.
[chuckles]
Ah, my phone. I’ve been looking for it.
Mm. So how’s your brother?
He’s great. Thanks for asking.
Does he remember much about that horrible guy that attacked him, Bobby, or Everett Lynch?
No, he doesn’t remember anything about being stabbed.
That’s good. Now I won’t have to worry about him pointing the finger at me.
You slept with your brother’s wife?
[dramatic music] Wow, you are really one class act.
Actually, it was my brother’s utter lack of class that led to my involvement with his wife. But let’s not get into that.
Yeah, yeah. Let’s not.
And as far as his accusations against me, it’s his word against mine, isn’t it, since Sloan Petersen is long gone and no one else besides my brother has stepped forward? So it’s all hearsay, motivated by vengeance, meaning that if you do fire me, Paulina, you’ll only end up looking foolish when this case falls apart in court.
[breathes deeply] Which is why I have to make sure that that does not happen.
Mm.
By replacing you with a brilliant DA.
Well, if you are considering Melinda Trask for the position, rumor is, she’s long gone.
Come on. I’ll even put you on the fast track back to manager.
[laughing] Oh, yeah?
Yeah.
Oh, all right. Well, do I have to hide drugs in the tomato sauce this time?
We are a completely legit operation now.
What about Gabi, hmm? You told me a while back, you would have given me a job, but you didn’t want to piss her off.
Yeah, that was before she slept with my brother.
Yeah, well, now the two of you are even.
Not so much. Definitely happened more than once, according to what she just told me. Which means that she has no interest in saving our marriage. So I might as well help out an old friend by offering her a job.
You sure you’re not just doing this to get under her skin?
I don’t care about Gabi’s feelings. And quite frankly, I don’t give a damn what happens to her now.
[upbeat music]
[tense music]
What? What are you talking about? Why would Rafe point the finger at you?
Oh. Did I forget to mention? I’m the one who stabbed your brother.
Come on, Gabi. Call me back.
Hey, Hernandez. About time you woke up.
Hey, Roman.
Although you don’t seem too happy about it. Something wrong?
No, it–sorry. It’s great to see you. It’s just, I’m worried about Gabi. Jada and I think her new assistant might be dangerous.
[suspenseful music]
Oh, my God.
You stabbed Rafe?
And you’re next.
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