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Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

Transcript provided by Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[pensive music]

[knocking on door]

Happy Thanksgiving!

Oh, same to you.

Is it a bad time?

Uh, no. Not at all. I’m glad for the break. Come on in. Have a seat.

Thanks.

How was your celebration at the pub?

You know, it was actually pretty great. Bonnie burnt the Kiriakis’ turkey. [laughter] So I invited their whole family to join our whole family. So it went from two separate celebrations to one big party, and it was great, really. Although, I have to say that one of the perks of being called in tonight was I got to skip doing the dishes.

Well, then you really lucked out.

[laughs] Yeah. Except for I had to leave before the dessert came out. Steve promised me a plate. But, uh, anyway, I’m surprised to see you here. I thought you and John had Thanksgiving plans.

Well, he ditched me. [laughs]

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There you are.

Hi, darling.

Hey. It’s a pretty nice Thanksgiving, I thought. Wasn’t it?

Yes, it was indeed.

Yes. And it was very nice of Kayla to let us crash her Thanksgiving lunch.

Yeah, she saved the day. [laughs] Especially after Bonnie lost the battle with the turkey.

[laughter]

Yes. Yeah, she really did. And, uh, I thought it was relatively lovely, despite some of the awkward moments.

Yes, there were definitely a few of those.

Yes, there was.

But I agree, it was mostly a lovely lunch.

[laughs] Mama. I saw you looking at Victor’s portrait when I came in. I know you miss him so much.

I do.

Especially around the holidays.

I do. I do. You know, it’s just this time of year. I mean, we just feel so much the ones that we love that we lost. It’s just, uh–we just feel it more than ever.

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Well, Dad has to be the most patient man on Earth. [laughs] He’s reading “Green Eggs and Ham” to the twins for, like, the fifth time.

Ooh. Well, I hope he reads it to ’em a few more times since you and I are long overdue for some mother-daughter, one-on-one time. OK, now, dish.

[laughs]

I want to hear all the gossip about life in DC.

I mean, Mom, there’s– there’s not much to tell. Um, we’ve–we’ve really adjusted our lives there. You know, we’ve made some new friends. [laughs] It’s a great city. There’s so much to see and do.

Right.

[laughter]

And you and your husband have made it very clear you have no interest in moving back.

Only for now, Mom. Like I told you, Salem is our home, and we eventually want to move back here. We miss being so close to our loved ones.

And your loved ones miss having you close by even more. And I’m not just talking about Abe and me. I know Julie misses her grandson and those grandbabies just as much as we do.

We do a lot of video calls with Julie.

Well, I’m sure you do, but nothing’s as good as seeing you all in person.

I know. I know, Mom, which is why I’m really glad that Eli made it a priority to go visit Julie.

So JJ and Chad both had something come up?

Yeah. Yeah, something rather urgent.

Uh-huh. Well, that’s too bad. I know Grandma was definitely looking forward to having a full house.

Oh, yeah, I think she made enough food for a while.

[laughs] Yeah.

But maybe you can just stay and have a few bites before you have to go to Abe and Paulina’s.

Oh, something tells me that Grandma’s not going to be giving me a choice.

Yeah, and there might be a napkin with your name embroidered on it, so I think your instincts are right.

Oh, God. [chuckles]

You know, your grandma loves you so, so much, and she misses you and Lani and the twins.

Well, the feeling is mutual. And Doug and Julie, they’re not only my two favorite people, they’re family. I’m definitely looking forward to spending some quality time with them.

My grandmother’s candlesticks, just for the dining room table. Aren’t they lovely? Wh–where’s Doug? Did you wake him up?

Julie, I– no. I mean, I tried. Julie, I’m so sorry.

No!

[clattering]

Oh, my God. Oh, my God.

[somber music]

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He can’t be gone. He can’t be gone!

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[soft orchestration]

Announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so arethe “Days of Our Lives.”

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[somber music]

Sorry. I’m so very, very sorry.

You tried to wake him. You know, he’s a heavy sleeper!

Yes, I know. I said his name several times. I even tried to shake him awake. That’s when I realized–

His–his pulse. Did you take his pulse? Are you certain?

Julie. I’m certain. He must have passed away in his sleep. He– [sighs] Oh, what can I do? Can I do anything? What can I do?

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Tell everyone. Just–just tell everyone. I think they’re in the dining room.

Right. Right. Right. I’ll be right back. Right.

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[crying]

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And Jules, oh, my– [laughs] She’s take charge, OK? She is assertive. And when she wants something, she is not afraid to let you know.

Hmm, sounds just like her namesake.

Yes.

Yes. [laughs] And Carver, I mean, he really looks up to her. He just hangs on her every word.

Oh, my goodness. So sweet.

I know, I know, I know. The kids said they need exactly three more minutes to finish their board game. Then they’ll be down for dinner. I hope you had better luck with Doug.

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Jack, what’s wrong?

What do you mean, John ditched you?

Well, he got called away at the last minute by the ISA.

Well, that’s so strange. Steve didn’t mention anything about it.

Well, um, apparently it was pretty sudden. I don’t know all the circumstances, but apparently it was top secret, so there’s no reason that Steve would know about it.

Yeah, but I mean, John wouldn’t have to tell Steve about the case, but he still– I mean, they’re in business together. They tell each other when one is leaving town.

Yeah. I don’t know. He didn’t explain that to me, but I’m not even sure where he is or how long he’ll be gone.

You know, today is about giving thanks. And Victor would want me to focus on my blessings, which are abundant. I mean, God, I have a daughter who is walking again. And I have a granddaughter whose laugh warms my heart.

Victoria does have a pretty great laugh.

[laughs] Just like her mother!

[laughs]

Where is that little angel, by the way?

Last I checked, she was still fast asleep, right next to her daddy who was on the floor next to her crib, so I’m not really sure who put who to sleep.

[laughter]

Aw, that’s so precious. Listen, I don’t know if you’re interested, but Julie invited us over for dinner tonight.

Another meal? Oh, my God. I’m still full from the pub.

I know, I know. Well, I don’t know. Maybe we could drop by for dessert. It would be nice to see everyone.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Yeah, I have– I really do have a lot of great memories of spending Thanksgiving with Dad’s side of the family. And Grandpa Tom would make a very heartwarming speech. Grandma Alice would make her donuts–

[laughs]

–which was the best.

Yeah.

And if we were lucky, we could get– we could get Doug to sing a song or two.

[gasps] Yes. Mm, mm.

[soft music]

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Oh, Eli.

Grandma, what can I do?

Just be with me. Just be with me.

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I feel so sad for Julie. I feel so sad for our family.

Doug was just so full of joy, love, kindness, life. I–I think–I think the world’s going to be a lot dimmer without him in it.

Yeah. You know, whenever I would call Thomas and Charlotte, more times than not Doug was reading them a book or playing a board game with–

They adore him. They do.

Jack, they can’t be here. They can’t. You’ve got to take them to Maggie’s. They can’t be here.

All right, all right, I’ll– I’ll get them right now and take ’em over to Maggie’s. And I can– I can–I can tell her what’s happening. And–and I can talk to Kayla.

OK.

And–and she can make sure that somebody– somebody comes here to– to take care of Doug.

Right. Then I’m going to– I’m going to make calls to my family.

All right.

OK.

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Oh.

[phone beeps]

[phone ringing]

Oh, my gosh. I literally just picked up my phone to call you. I’m not even kidding. Happy Thanksgiving, cuz.

Hi. Hi. You too. There’s–there’s something that I have to tell you.

Sure. What is it?

A little while ago, Jack tried to wake up your dad to come down for dinner, but, um, he–he didn’t wake up. Hope, he died in his sleep.

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Um, I’ll send someone over right away. Please give them all my love. Thanks. Bye, Jack.

[somber music]

Kayla, is everything all right?

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Honey, what is it? What did Jack say?

Doug passed away.

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Oh, that husband of yours is full of all kinds of green flags, isn’t he? Rushing over to see his grandma as soon as he arrives in town.

[laughs] Eli is a family man, for sure. You know, he may not have grown up with the Hortons, but they’ve become so close over the years.

I just think it’s so sweet the way he dotes on Julie.

She means a lot to him. They’ve all made such an effort to just welcome him into the family. But Julie and Doug? They went above and beyond.

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Jennifer’s calling Hope. I just spoke with Kayla. She’s sending an ambulance over for Doug.

Oh! I–I–I want to see him.

Of course. Of course. I’ll give you all the time you need.

Why don’t I go with you, Grandma?

Yes, please.

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[crying] Hope. Hey, are you there?

Yeah. Yeah, I–I– I’m here. Where’s Julie? Is she there with you?

She’s in another room, but Eli’s with her.

[crying] Oh, my God, Jen. Oh, my God. I’m sorry. I–I just–I– I didn’t– thank God you’re there. [sighs] I should be there.

You’ll be here soon. You will. And we are going to take care of her in the meantime.

I know you will.

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How beautiful he is, like an angel.

You want me to give you some privacy?

Yes, please, Darling. Please.

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Maybe Doug will give us a Thanksgiving performance tonight.

You should put in a request.

And I think I will.

Fantastic. [laughs]

All right.

All right. I’m going to go let Xander know what the plan is.

OK.

OK. All right.

Hi, Sarah, Maggie. Uh, I’m–I’m sorry for barging in like this.

That–that’s OK.

I–I brought Thomas and Charlotte with me. They’re in the foyer with Xander right now.

Jack, is everything all right?

No, I’m afraid not.

[pensive music]

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I got an ambulance on standby, and I’ll go over there in a bit. I just–I just want to give the family a little time.

My heart is breaking for Julie. She and Doug loved each other for over 50 years. That’s–this has to turn her world upside down.

Yeah. And Hope. It just breaks my heart to think about her getting that call.

Well, she loved her dad.

And he loved her so much. You know, when– I mean, really, moments after my pop died, Hope was there, comforting me. I just wish I could do that for her right now.

I should have made more time to come home.

Hope, your father understood. He–he knew you needed to be close to Bo.

I didn’t get to say goodbye. I didn’t tell him how much I love him, how much he meant to me.

Oh, he knew, Hope. You were his princess.

I was. [crying] You know, I– I loved when he called me that.

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Oh, my God. I can’t even imagine what Julie must be going through right now.

Yeah. She’s a really strong woman, and she has her family all around her. But are you going to be OK? You’re so far away. You’re all by yourself.

Yeah. I mean, Shawn’s going to be home soon.

OK. Well, that’s good. I love you so very much, Hope.

I love you too, cuz. Jennifer, give Julie a really, really big hug. Tell her it’s from me. Tell her how much I love her. I’ll be home soon, OK?

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[crying] Oh, Daddy. [crying]

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Happy birthday, Princess.

But I thought the party was my gift.

Well, we wanted you to have something special that you– you could keep to remind you of turning 18.

[soft music]

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December 29, 1983. Remember and smile.

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I love you, baby. Always remember that too.

Dad, I’m not your baby anymore.

You’re always going to be my baby.

Oh, Dad, this is the most exciting night of my life.

It’s the beginning of a whole new one. [laughs]

My dear, whatever your old man calls you, you are a woman now. And I wish that that experience for you will be glorious and wonderful, everything that you’ve always dreamed that it will be. You’re going to take with you several blessings. Your health, terrific brain, beauty, and our wealth too. And one additional thing. Always know that you’re loved and cherished just the same way you were on the day you were born.

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Oh, Daddy. Daddy. [crying]

Mom, is something wrong? Is it Dad?

It’s Grandpa Doug.

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[phone ringing]

Hey, Lani.

Hey, baby. I don’t mean to rush you, but dinner’s ready. Are you heading back soon?

[soft music]

No, um, I’m not. [sighs] I’m sorry, but I’ve got sad news.

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My darling. [whispering] My darling. I’m here. Julie’s right here. We both knew this day would come. Just not so soon. I love you so much. You’re my whole world, you know? Do you know how much I love you? The way you looked at me, the look of love. Your voice.

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The way that we laid beside each other in the night.

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A lifetime. A lifetime of love with our arms around each other. Not enough. Never enough. You loved me so. That love is my strength. How– how can I go on without you? [crying]

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[soft music]

I don’t know how to say goodbye to you. I never did. Maybe we could get together in the daytime.

Well, OK. Now I like that idea better. Suppose we go to the beach and we’ll take some sun while we talk.

Oh, that’s a great idea. I could bring a picnic lunch.

You sure could. I’ll phone you in the morning.

Fine. Well, I really must– thank you again for a lovely evening.

Enchante, madame, and bonsoir.

[chimes ring]

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Yeah, of course. I’ll let Grandma know that you’re thinking about her. You too, Scotty. Bye.

I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry.

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Thank you for coming over here.

Of course. I have to be here for you, and Julie. Where is she?

She’s upstairs with Doug.

Is there anything we can do to help?

[sighs] Just us being here with her right now is, I guess, all she needs. I just got off the phone with my half brother, Scotty. I gave him the news. Figured I’d save Julie a call.

Doug and Julie. They were the perfect couple. So in love. I can’t imagine one without the other.

Me either.

Yes, I will tell Julie that you send your love. OK, Lucas. I love you too, so much.

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Julie, look what I’m doing for Jack. Would I be throwing him this huge party if I weren’t madly in love with him?

Darling, I don’t doubt the fact that you love Jack. Not at all. I’m just saying that when you have had a yen for a guy and it’s over, there still are times when you think about him.

Don’t be offended, sweetheart. Julie has romantic ideas about every guy that she ever cared for. I would be jealous, except for the fact that I’m the one that goes home with her every night.

You bet.

[sighs] I dropped the kids off at Maggie’s. How did things go with Hope?

Uh, she’s heartbroken, obviously. Jack, I just wanted to reach through the phone and hug her. But Shawn is there. He’s–he’s with her.

I’m so sorry, Ma. Grandpa Doug was such a great man, and I loved him very much.

I know you did, sweetheart. He loved you, too, very much. He was proud of you before you were even born. Couldn’t wait to meet you.

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And I tell you, I must have spent weeks shopping around for the perfect baby gift, you know? Something really special. I found a lot of– of cute things, but nothing quite special enough, until I came across this at home. You recognize that I wrapped it myself?

Yeah, I kind of guessed that. I wonder what it is. Can I open it?

Yeah, open it slowly.

OK.

You see, when your mother was pregnant with you, she got it into her head that all mothers are supposed to knit little things for their babies, you know? Now, Addie did not know the eye of a needle from the eye of a potato, but that didn’t stop her. Took her six months, working every day to turn out this beautiful little blanket for your crib.

Oh, Dad, it’s– it’s beautiful.

Yeah. And, uh, you got very attached to this. You see, you would hold it close, just like you’re doing now. You never let it go. So I figured that maybe your baby would like it too. You like it, sweetheart?

Oh, Dad, I love it, and I love you too. Come here.

Oh, I love you, too, princess.

When he and Grandpa Shawn found out that we were naming you after them, they were so proud. My dad was so happy. He went on and on saying how honored he was. And you know what? He was convinced that you were going to play the piano because of your long fingers, and he was right.

Yeah, well, I was never as good as Grandpa. He was probably disappointed that I didn’t keep up with it.

No, you never disappointed him. Not ever. He was proud of you from the day you were born, Shawn. That never, ever changed. Not ever.

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[soft music]

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Oh, Daddy, I love you so much. I’m so glad I have you here to lean on. I’m so glad.

Want to talk about it?

No. No, if it’s OK, I– I just want to sit here.

Oh, my darling little princess, it’s always OK with me.

Play some more for me, Dad. Just play some more for me, please. You were always there when I needed you, Daddy. Always.

Here you go. Is there anything else I can get you?

No. Thanks, honey, I, um– I’m going to go see your dad.

Mom, you were– I mean, you were there all night last night–

Shawn.

OK. OK. If that’s what you need, yeah, I mean, I’ll go with you.

No, no, no. I’m–I’m going to change my clothes, and I can go on my own.

You sure?

Yeah. Yeah, I’ll be back soon.

Mom, I love you.

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I love you too, Shawn.

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[sighs]

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[instrumental of Georges Bizet’s “Carmen – Habanera”]

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I, uh, I let Xander know what’s going on. How you doing, Mama?

Oh. I was thinking about, um, how many years ago when Doug and I bonded over putting together a variety show. It was a fundraiser for the hospital. [laughs] Oh, he–he was– he was so talented. He was–he was just a natural. A natural entertainer.

Yeah, he was. And just effortlessly charming.

Yeah.

I can see why Julie fell head over heels for him.

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I know– I know what Julie is going through right now.

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Uh, I’m–I’m heading over to the house. I–I need to be there for her. OK?

I’ll go with you. OK?

Yeah.

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Let’s go.

[knocking on door]

Julie?

Oh, Kayla, thank you for coming.

Of course. Of course, of course, of course. It was such an honor to know Doug. We all loved him. And we love you so much, and we are here for you, whatever you need, OK?

Thank you. I–I suppose it means my time is up.

Nope. Nope, nope, nope. The medical center is outside with an ambulance, but I can– I can absolutely get them to wait.

I don’t want to leave. Kayla, if– if I had been the one that came up and tried to wake him, it would have made a difference–

No, no. No. I mean, it was just his time to go.

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Goodbye, darling. I will– I will love you forever.

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Maybe I should go check on Grandma.

Maybe we should just give it a few minutes.

Well, uh, Jennifer and I might set out Thanksgiving dinner again if either of you are interested.

We just figured the–the food shouldn’t go to waste.

I don’t have much appetite.

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Oh, Lani, it’s so good to see you.

I’m so sorry, Julie.

Thank you.

Doug was a great man. He was a beautiful person in every way.

Yes, he was. Thank you. Oh, Jen. Oh, Jenny.

I love you so much. I love you.

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[soft music]

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Well done.

Thanks. Although I’m guessing people aren’t going to really have much of an appetite.

You know, Doug was always so good at raising everyone’s spirits. In his honor, I say we take up the mantle.

Just don’t ask me to sing.

[laughs]

Uh, thanks.

I will spare both of us that. How about a toast? To Doug, a true gentleman of a bygone era. His kindness, charisma, his joy of life touched everyone he ever met, and we’re all better for it. He will live on forever in our hearts and in our minds.

To Doug.

To Doug. [glasses clink]

Can I get you some more tea?

Oh, no. Thank you. I’m fine. Jennifer, thank you for calling Hope. I’ll call her when I can.

There’s no rush. Shawn is there with her. She’s OK.

Julie, um, I just want to let you know that the ambulance has left.

Julie.

Maggie. Oh, Maggie. Doug loved you so much. I hope you know that.

Oh, and that made me very lucky. We’re all lucky to have known your wonderful husband. He was one of a kind. And he will be greatly missed.

Look at you, Sarah. Oh, you’re walking again. That’s wonderful.

I’m so sorry, Julie. I’m sorry for your loss.

Thank you. Thank you.

I hope I’m not intruding. Grandpa Abe, he’s holding down the fort with the kids, but I just had to come and pay my respects.

Oh. Oh. [laughter]

Oh, your husband, Julie, he was– he was the best in all of us. Kind, generous, with the biggest heart. And that–that–that most endearing smile. I was so fond of him.

He was fond of you, darling. He admired your spirit and your style.

[laughter]

Oh.

Julie.

Marlena!

My darling. I wouldn’t be anywhere else right now. Nowhere else. And I want to remind you that you and Doug, your love and your devotion were– are an inspiration to us all. They will be forever.

Thank you for saying that.

Of course. Of course. Now, if there’s anything you need at all, anything at all, you’re to call me, all right?

We’re all going to be here for you, all of us. Every single one of us.

My family, you, my friends, I– I thank you for– for being here, for showing me so much love and support. And it means the world. It means the world to me.

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[phone beeps]

Ciara, it’s Shawn. I, uh– I have some bad news.

[machine beeping]

Hey, Brady. Well, my dad–

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My dad, he died tonight. I think I was in denial this day would ever come. Now that it’s here, I don’t know what to do. Anyway, Dad was always so strong. We all relied on him so much to keep us strong, and now– [sighs] You know, no matter what I was going through, he always made me feel safe and so loved. So loved. [crying]

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The only other person who’s ever made me feel that way is you, and I really need you. I really, really need you right now, Brady. [sighs]

[chimes ring]

Bo? Bo? Bo.

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Transcript provided by Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Mmm. [crunching]

Oh, honey, I’m pulling it all together now. I’m coming. Oh.

[playful jazz music] Oh, I turned down the oven again. Oh, but I’m afraid that turkey is gonna be drier than the Mojave Desert if the kids don’t get here soon. [sighs]

Any news on the flight?

No, nothing since they texted that it was delayed and they’re stuck in D.C. Oh, as if their visit wasn’t gonna be brief enough already. [bag crackles] Oh. Wait, what? What is this? Oh! What is this?

Nothing. Nothing.

Nothing? Nothing, Abraham Carver? You’re in here eating greasy chips before our huge Thanksgiving dinner, the one that I got up at 6:00 this morning to start cooking?

I’m hungry! And I’ve only had two saltines in the last 36 hours. I need some food. I’m–I’m starving.

Mm, oh, mm, poor you. Oh. Well–well, let me see. Let me just see what I can do about satisfying that appetite of yours, OK?

Yeah. Mm. Mm.

Hey.

Oh, Lani, Eli! Oh-ho-ho! And my babies. Come in here. Come in. Oh-ho-ho! Oh, honey.

Hi, Mom.

Hey. Bring it in.

Oh. Yes, sir.

Oh, so good to see you. Look at them, oh!

[laughs] Tofu turkey? Really, Ari? No, no, no, no. I’m not judging. If you promise to come next year for Thanksgiving, I promise I’ll make you vegan everything. Yeah. I miss you too, my sweet girl. OK. Give my love to Will and Sonny. [knock at door] Te amo. [sighs] JJ.

Hey, Gabi.

Hi.

I hope I’m not interrupting your dinner.

You’re not. We just finished. Come in, please.

Mm-hmm. Where is everybody?

Well, Jada left for the station. And Rafe and my cousin Javi disappeared to go watch football. They’re in a food coma, sacked out on the couch. So I’m in here, stuck with the dishes.

Ah, not fair.

Right? Though they did do all the cooking, so…

Did I–did I know you had a cousin Javi?

No, I don’t think so. He just moved here from Texas. He’s my new personal assistant. Ton of fun. You’ll love him.

OK. Oh, can I–can I help you with the dishes?

That’s kind of you, but I’ve got it. Thanks.

[tense music] So what are you doing here?

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Actually, I was– I was hoping you could help me with something.

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Thomas, Charlotte, hey. Grandparents are gonna be here in 45 minutes, OK? No mud, no blood. Keep your coats on, please. I love you.

There you are.

Hi. Happy–happy Thanksgiving.

Same to you. Yes.

Are–are Eli and Lani joining us?

Well, that’s Eli’s plan, but the plane was delayed, so we’ll see.

OK, so 8:00, 9:00.

Chad, darling, you know this holiday celebrates gratitude. And I just want you to know I’m very grateful to have this one moment alone with you.

Oh, OK, is there something on your mind?

Rather, something that’s been bothering me for, lo, these many days.

Mm-hmm. Yeah.

Why is Abigail’s imposter living under our roof?

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Aaron, I know how hard this is for Felicity to understand. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I–no, I don’t. I–I don’t know what’s gonna happen with Mark, but I promise you, I am doing everything that I can for him and to bring Mom back to us. Oh, honey. Yeah, I do too. I pray that she’s still alive every night. [sighs] Look, I–I wish more than anything that I could spend Thanksgiving with you and Felicity. But it is just better this way. It’s safer for both of you.

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Yeah, no one should be paying for my sins but me. That’s–

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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[sighs, chuckles] Well, Abe is reading those little angels “Goodnight Moon,” and their eyes are already at half-mast.

Oh, well, I’m sure that they will take a long nap, since they did not sleep on the plane.

Yeah, they just wanted to walk up and down the aisle and wake up everybody who was sleeping.

[laughs] No. Aww. Well, you know, nothing like being stuck for hours in a metal tube with two toddlers. [laughter]

Yeah, it wasn’t fun.

Oh, well, I am gonna go check on the twins, see if Dad was able to get them to sleep.

Mm-hmm, well, even if he didn’t, you know, just bring them back in here. I miss those kids.

I will do that.

[chuckles] So, Eli, can I get you anything? You know, you want something to eat?

No.

Maybe a drink?

No, I’m good. I had a bunch of peanuts on the airplane.

OK, well, then… maybe I can offer you something else.

Like what?

Well, Eli, you know, I’ve been thinking about this for quite a while now, and I’m glad I have this moment alone with you, you know. And you know how much now Abe and I have been missing you and Lani and the twins.

Yeah, well, we’ve missed you as well.

Mm-hmm, well, it occurred to me that wouldn’t it– wouldn’t it be great if we all, you know, lived closer together again?

[sighs] Yeah, that would be great, but–

How would you like to come back to the Salem PD?

[dramatic music]

You want my help? With what?

[sighs] Remember the other day, you said if there’s anything you can do to help get Abigail’s remains from Clyde that… you’d be happy to do it?

Yeah.

Well, if you really meant it, I– I was hoping I could take you up on that.

Well, it depends. What would you need me to do?

Not much, just… be my sister.

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Chad, you must understand what I am feeling. Out of the blue, you come into the house with this Cat succubus on your arm and say you’ve dropped the charges against her and invited her to live in the house.

I know you’re upset.

Oh, I am. This is my home. I think I deserve to know what the hell you’re thinking.

It’s just–it’s– it’s just a little hard to explain.

Well, try. Darling, you must know the Horton house has always been open to anyone on holidays, someone that didn’t have a place to go or needed tender loving care. But, Chad, I refuse. I absolutely refuse to let that girl break bread with Abigail’s mother and father and brother sitting at the Thanksgiving table.

She will be upstairs. She will have her dinner upstairs. She will stay out of everyone’s way, I promise.

Out of everyone’s way? What–what is she doing in the house at all? Why isn’t she with her own bloody family? Why are you doing so much for her?

I’m not doing it for her. I’m doing it for Abigail.

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I love you, Aaron. Happy Thanksgiving to you and to Felicity. We’ll all be together soon, OK? Bye.

Yours was not the face I wanted to see when I walked through that door.

I–I know. I’m very, very sorry. I wasn’t supposed to be here. I was gonna be gone before you arrived.

Our flight arrived early.

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I’m–I’m gonna go. But before I do, please just allow me to say how sorry I– [gasps, grunts]

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Jennifer.

No, no. I–I deserved that. I–

Oh, no. That is the least you deserve after posing as our dead daughter.

[dramatic music] But you didn’t fool me. All I had to do was look in your eyes, and I could see that you were a fraud.

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My whole family thought I was crazy because I wouldn’t believe that DNA test– you know, the one that your brother falsified? So my–my husband, my son-in-law, my entire family has been through hell because of your lies.

I know. I know that. And I am– I am very sorry. I was desperate. I was desperate to save my mother’s life. And if I could go back–

What, go back– go back and what, be a better person? Don’t you think it’s a little too late for that now?

Jennifer–

And for some reason, Chad wants you here, which Jack and I cannot even fathom why. But if you had any self-respect, you would walk out that door, and you would never come back here!

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You dropped the charges against Cat for Abigail’s sake? You invited Cat into the house for Abigail’s sake? Well, I don’t understand your reasoning here.

You have every right to be angry.

I am.

OK, but listen to me. I was doing this to protect you. Doug–Doug hasn’t been feeling well, and I know that you’ve been really worried about him. And I just thought that the less– the less you knew, the better.

Oh, come on. Doug is fine. Please, just tell me what the hell is going on.

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Well?

[clears throat]

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Clyde called.

Clyde? What does he want?

He wants me to turn over Cat to him.

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That’s why you dropped the charges.

Yeah.

OK. All right. Well, turn her over. What are you waiting for?

It’s not that easy; I can’t just– I can’t just hand her over to him and– and let him murder her. I mean, I–I hate what she did, but I mean, her mother’s being held hostage. You know, she was desperate. And I’m sure you would agree that she doesn’t deserve to lose her life over that.

Well, of course not, but… God, why does she have to be here?

Do you remember why we thought she was Abigail in the first place? It wasn’t just because of the DNA test. It was because we exhumed Abigail’s grave and it was empty.

Of course I remember.

Julie, I need to find Abigail, OK? I need to–I need to know that my wife is resting in peace. And the only person that can tell me that is Clyde Weston. And–and the only way I can find him–

You’re using her as bait.

I am. And I have a plan.

Plan? You have a plan to confront Clyde Weston? Not by yourself.

Nope, nope. JJ’s gonna help me.

[sighs]

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You want me to pretend to be Abigail? Isn’t that Cat Greene’s department?

Yeah, not anymore, obviously. So here’s what’s going on. Clyde contacted Chad again. He wants Cat and Chad to check into a hotel as Mr. And Mrs. Chad DiMera.

Oh, my God. They’d be sitting ducks.

Exactly, which is why Chad wants to bring along a decoy couple– you and me.

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[laughs] Paulina, look, I don’t know. I mean–

Eli, wait. Now, before you accept it or reject it, just let me say this. Now, not only do we miss you on the force. We need you. The–the department has had a mass exodus. Shawn Brady left town. Ex-Officer Goldman is in prison. Harris Michaels, he’s God knows where. And Rafe Hernandez, he just quit.

Rafe quit? What? Why? What’s that all about?

[sighs] Well, I promoted Jada to commissioner, and he decided to move on. Anyway, I have been promising to beef up the ranks. But good detectives, they are hard to come by. And, you know, you– you and Lani, you’re the best. And I was hoping that you two could, you know, be a package deal.

[sighs] Paulina, I don’t know. I mean, Lani’s been having a good time at–at the house with Jules and Carver, especially because she missed so much time away from them.

Oh, yeah, but they’ll be in a preschool full-time next year. And she told me she wanted to be back in the workforce then. Come on, and don’t– you know, don’t you love– you and Lani, don’t you love working together again? I mean, come on. It’s a win-win-win. Don’t you agree?

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Paulina, I–as much as–

Oh, well, “Goodnight Moon” did not do the trick. But one lullaby by their sweet grandpa, and those kids are out cold.

Ah, it’s a defense mechanism. You know, it works every time.

[laughs]

Are we interrupting something?

No, you’re not. I was just proposing to Eli that he and Lani come back to the Salem PD.

Well, I think that’s a great idea.

Mom, aren’t you forgetting something? As much as I would love that, you know I cannot work for the police anymore, not with a felony conviction.

Oh, no, you know, I’m sure I could pull a few strings.

No, no, Mom, I really appreciate that. But that would not be a good look for either of us.

Well, what if Eli came back to the PD and you found another job, one that pays well, parent-friendly hours, and just a lot of other good perks?

That sounds amazing, Dad, but I am not sure a job like that actually exists.

You know, I happen to know of one.

Oh, yeah? What is that?

Well, you can no longer be a cop, but… you can play a cop on TV.

[dramatic music]

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[sighs]

How could I possibly pose as Abigail? We look nothing alike.

That’s true. But when Abigail was dealing with DID and believed that she was Gabby, she had us all convinced that she was you.

Good point. So what would I have to do?

We’re still waiting to hear the details from Clyde, but the tentative plan is that you and I would check into the hotel. That way, Cat and Chad can get the drop on Clyde while we–

Become the sitting ducks.

Right. The idea is to get out and ahead of Clyde. And, Gabi, don’t forget I was a cop, so I will do my damnedest to protect you. And look, I–I–I get that I am asking a lot. So if you are not comfortable doing this, I understand. It’s your call.

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JJ is gonna help you confront Clyde Weston? You’re gonna put him in danger too?

No, no, no. I was gonna talk him out of it, but JJ feels as strongly about it as I do. He wants to find Abby. [buzzer blares]

It’s the Parker House rolls. I got to take them out of the oven.

No, no, no, no, no, no. I’ve got it. I’ve got it. I’ve got it. I’ve got it.

Oh. [sighs]

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[sighs]

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[phone rings]

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Hello. Oh. [laughing] Hope, darling, hi. I was just looking at a picture of you and your dad. Yeah. Happy Thanksgiving.

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I want nothing more than to walk out that door and never come back, trust me.

Go. Go!

You have to understand, the way your family means what it does to you, it’s the same for me. My family is everything to me. And if there’s a chance that my mother’s still alive, I am the only one who can help her.

Jack. Jennifer. Hi. Hi, I didn’t–I didn’t– I didn’t know you were here. Happy Thanksgiving.

No, it’s not.

No, it’s not. Sorry. Look, you guys weren’t supposed to run into each other, OK? I know this must be very difficult.

Why is she even here?

She’s here because we need her help, Jennifer. We need her help to find out what Clyde did with Abigail’s body. And she could have–

She could be in jail if she were truly sorry for what she did.

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I just want to see my grandchildren. Where are they?

They–they just came in from outside. They’re upstairs playing.

Well, maybe we’ll surprise them and they’ll let us play the last round.

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Oh, my God, Chad. I am sorry. I was not gonna be here.

Just stop. [phone rings]

[suspenseful music] This is Chad DiMera. Hello, Clyde.

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What do you mean, I can play a detective on TV? Dad, I am not an actress.

Have you ever tried acting?

No, but I mean–

Well, then how do you know if you’re not an actress? Most of the cast on “Body & Soul” are also inexperienced, right, Abe?

Definitely.

Mm-hmm. Oh, I know. Lani, she could play Faith’s older sister. She and Chanel would have natural chemistry.

[laughs]

No, that would be perfect. That would be perfect. Faith would welcome her long-lost big sister, who happens to be a crackerjack police detective.

Oh, I love it! Oh-ho, and I know that Abe has been trying to beef up his Pineview police force, just like I’m trying to do in real life at the Salem PD.

OK, look, Mom, Dad, I am grateful for the offer and–and flattered that you think I could do it, but… I just accepted a part-time job. And it starts after the holidays.

Oh. Well, you know what? That gives you time to give them ample notice. You could just tell them you changed your mind.

Mom, it’s a job that I am really excited about. I’ll be working at the preschool with the kids, and I won’t have to be separated from them.

Oh. Well, you know, I know this is very important to you, Lani, but–

Look, Paulina, Abe, we’ve always had a plan to move back to Salem one day because we miss you all so much. But right now, Jules and Carver, they love their school, love their friends.

And Eli loves his job.

Mm.

OK?

So…

No, I hope you understand.

The answer is a resounding no, huh?

No, Mom, it’s not. It’s just not yet. OK, like Eli said, we miss being here, and being back home has been so great. We love being with you guys. But we will be back soon.

Is that a promise?

[dramatic music]

That’s a promise.

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Come here. It’s a big promise.

Oh, OK. Oh.

If I said no, what would you do? Do you have a plan B?

I’d figure something out. Look, look, Gabi, I– this is a lot to ask, so if–if you don’t want to do it–

No, I–I didn’t say that. I’m just thinking. Like I already told you, I have a personal stake in this too.

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Clyde terrorized me while I was in prison. He broke my leg as a warning to Stefan.

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I didn’t know that.

Yeah. And then he forced Stefan and Ava into the unholy partnership that led Stefan to cheat on me.

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Clyde Weston kind of ruined my life. And if it wasn’t for him, I’d still be happily married.

I’m really sorry.

Yeah. Me too. But all that makes it easier to decide. I’m not gonna let him get away with this.

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So yes, I’m in.

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And things with Shawn-Douglas? [chuckles] Well, sounds promising.

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And how is Bo doing, darling?

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I’m so sorry.

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Well, all–all you can do is what you are doing. It’s your presence. That–that–that’s– that’s the important thing. Oh, I’m sure he feels that you’re there too.

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Oh, your dad’s much better today. Yeah, he got up early, at the crack of dawn… [chuckles] Dressed the turkey. Well, I’d have you speak with him now, but he’s– he’s taking a little rest before the dinner party, you know?

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Oh, Hope, we miss you so much. I know. Still, can’t wait till we get to see you again. [chuckles]

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Yeah, so, Clyde, you ready to tell me what your plan is?

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Yeah, I’m ready.

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Uh-huh.

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Yeah, no, I still have her. No, I told her I feel bad about her mother. She thinks I’m gonna help track her down. No, she has no idea I’m gonna hand her over to you, which I won’t be doing until I get the information about Abigail. We clear? Yeah, OK. I’ll see you there.

What did Clyde say?

Clyde? What about Clyde?

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[clears throat] He gave me a time and place to meet, so we have to leave–now.

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Now? It’s Thanksgiving. How are we gonna get flights?

Well, I was expecting Clyde’s call, so I have the DiMera jet on standby.

Whoa, whoa, wait– wait a minute. You’re going up against Clyde Weston, just the two of you, without any backup?

No, not–

Mom, Dad?

JJ.

Hey.

What–

Happy Thanksgiving.

Hi.

[dramatic music]

Is everything OK?

Clyde called. He wants us to fly out and meet him today.

Who’s us?

I’m going with him.

What, JJ’s your backup?

I just talked to Gabi. She’s in too.

Gabi Hernandez? What–what the hell are you doing?

We’re going along as decoys.

No, you’re not. No, you’re not. I already lost one child to that monster. I am not gonna let you voluntarily get caught in Clyde’s crosshairs. We need you, and your kids need you. He wants her. That’s who he wants. Send her. You two are not going. You’re not going.

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Mm.

[chuckles]

Oh.

We’re sorry to disappoint you, Mom.

Well, no, no, honey, honey, that’s all right. You know, I’m disappointed, I’m not gonna lie to you, but Abe and I, we do understand.

Yeah, of course we do.

Mm-hmm. But you can’t blame us for trying, though, can you? [laughter]

No, no, we love that you tried. I mean, who doesn’t want to feel wanted, right?

Mm-hmm.

And like Lani said, we’ll be back soon.

Hmm. In the meantime, maybe this will make you feel better. Jules and Carver helped me make your famous turkey cookies.

Ooh.

[chuckles]

[laughs] Oh, how sweet. Oh! Oh, they must have got that baking gene from Chanel.

Well, these look delicious.

Mm-hmm. Well, we are certainly not lacking any kind of dessert. We’ve got sweet potato pie, pumpkin pie, and Chanel brought over enough chocolate turkeys for everyone. She’s gonna stop by later after– and get some real food after that stuffy dinner at the DiMeras’.

Oh, you know what? I told Grandma I’d stop by before dinner. Maybe this might be a good time to go?

Oh, well, that’s up to Abe. He was starving earlier.

Hey, I’m–I’m good. I think a couple of these will hold me over. [laughter]

I’m sure we can arrange that.

You take your time, Eli. [laughter]

And you make sure you tell Doug and Julie that we wish them a very happy Thanksgiving.

I will.

Mom, please. I understand why you’re upset, OK? I do. But this is my decision, and I’m going.

All right, baby. Just listen to me, please. As much as I want to find out what happened to Abigail’s body…

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She is gone. But you’re–you’re alive. And I don’t think it’s worth the risk, JJ. Please.

But it’s not– it’s not just about recovering Abigail’s remains, Mom. It’s about bringing that son of a bitch who murdered her to justice. As long as he is out there, we’ll never feel safe.

Jennifer, we need to do this. We have to leave now.

Jennifer, Jack. [chuckles] What’s wrong?

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What have you done now?

Julie, it’s Clyde. He called and he set up a meeting. So we have to leave right now. Will you please watch Thomas and Charlotte for me?

Well, of course, but, Chad–

I know. I’ll tell you all about it when we get back safely. I’m gonna say goodbye to the kids.

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Please tell Doug we’re sorry for missing Thanksgiving dinner.

[sighs] Of–of course. We’ll have a big celebration when you get back.

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Well, most of us will.

JJ. Son, please, be careful.

I will. Try not to worry, OK?

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You better pray that they both come back safely to us, or Clyde won’t be the only one I hold responsible.

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Well… [sighs] I guess I should have gotten a smaller turkey, huh?

I’m sorry, Julie. This is not the Thanksgiving that any of us imagined. But maybe now JJ and Chad can put an end to this nightmare.

Hopefully. We’ve got to put on a brave face for those children. You know, when Charlotte and Thomas come down, the first thing they’re gonna do is start quarreling over who gets the wishbone for that turkey.

Right, right.

[laughs] Yeah, ready for dinner, which is ready right now, by the way.

OK.

I’ll go wrangle the kids.

OK.

OK, good.

Will you please wrangle Doug? He’s taking a nap. He’s right up there.

OK.

OK.

All right.

Tell him it’s also time to do the blessing and to carve up the turkey.

Oh, good. I’ll wrangle him now.

Thank you, dear. Thank you. [sighs]

[dramatic music]

Mmm. These really are delicious.

Mm-hmm.

They are.

[chuckles] Mm. Oh, honey, honey. Oh, I’m so glad that you’re here. Oh.

Well, I’m glad to be here. I’m very thankful to be here…

Oh.

With my wonderful parents.

[chuckles] Ooh, when I think back to last Thanksgiving, oh, you were in prison, Abe had no memory of our life together, and I was trying to convince myself I wasn’t sick.

Yeah, that was… an awful time.

Mm, but now you’re free, I’m cured, and…[laughs] Not only has this man got his memory back. He has launched his very own soap opera.

What a difference a year makes.

Mm-hmm. I can’t wait to see what the next one brings.

Mm.

[chuckles] Mm. [laughter]

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Happy Thanksgiving.

Oh, Eli!

Hi.

Oh, darling!

Oh!

Oh, so good to see you.

Ah, it’s good to see you. I’ve missed you.

Well, you don’t know how much we miss you and Lani and the little babies. I assume they’re still over at Paulina’s?

Yes, they needed a nap.

Oh.

But they’ll be here later.

OK.

In the meantime, they baked you some cookies. I’m not sure if they’re up to Horton standards, but they’re edible.

Oh! Well, if those angels baked them, they’re going to be delicious. [chuckles] Would you put them in the dining room? And in a minute, I’ll be right in. I just want to pick up my candlesticks, my grandmother’s candlesticks, for the table.

Anything else I can do?

No, darling. Thank you.

All right. Where’s Doug?

Oh, he’s taking a nap too. [chuckles] Just sent Jack up to get him. He’ll be down in a minute.

Sounds good.

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Doug. Hey. Ready for some turkey? Doug.

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Doug?

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[gasps] Eli, hi!

Hey.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Hey, Jennifer.

Oh, gosh.

Good to see you.

Good to see you. Are Lani and the kids here?

No, they are taking a much-needed nap, but Lani’s gonna bring them over later. They’re looking forward to playing with Charlotte and Thomas. Where are they at?

Well, they’re upstairs playing “Chutes and Ladders,” but they’ll be coming down soon.

Oh, OK. Chad and JJ, they here?

Yeah, they–they were here a while ago, but they had to leave.

Before Thanksgiving dinner?

Eli, it is a long story.

[light music]

Please, help us bring Abigail home.

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Chad, I am so sorry about the scene with Abigail’s parents. I know it’s all on me. It was not my intention…

OK, look…

To upset them today.

I’m getting really tired of the apologies, yeah? So let’s just move forward. We got to focus on figuring out a way to bring Clyde down.

Yeah, got it.

Hey, Chad.

Hey, Gabi.

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Thank you again for agreeing to do this, especially on short notice.

Yeah, I wasn’t expecting this adventure to come so soon. I left a huge pile of dishes in the sink. Didn’t say a word to Rafe about it. He’d totally freak if he knew what I was up to. But I hate Clyde Weston as much as you do, so I’m glad I could be a part of it.

Well, it means a lot to me.

And to me.

And to me. Like I said, I’m just glad that I can help out, although none of us would have had to do any of this if it wasn’t for you.

Yeah, you know, I just got an earful from Abigail’s parents and from Julie, so…

Oh, well, Will wonders never cease? For once, Julie Williams and I see eye to eye.

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[candlesticks clang]

[sighs] My grandmother’s candlesticks, just for the dining room table. Aren’t they lovely?

[dramatic music] Where’s Doug? Did you wake him up?

Julie, I–

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No. I mean, I tried.

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Julie, I’m so sorry.

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[candlestick clatters]

No! [gasping] Oh, my God.

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Oh, my God. [gasping]

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[phone ringing]

[soft dramatic music]

[phone ringing]

Joy, hey. Yeah, I’m feeling a lot better. Thank you again for yesterday. I owe you one. You got to chill about all this. OK? I’m not going to say anything to Chanel. Not a word about you and Johnny. I told you. [knock at door] Hey, somebody’s at my door right now. I got to let you go. All right. Happy Thanksgiving to you too.

[phone beeps] [Alex sighs]

[soft dramatic music]

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Well, look at you two boys. You sure are efficient.

I’m just happy that we could lend a hand. It, uh, feels a lot more gratifying than just writing an annual check to the food pantry.

Oh, sure does. So how’s our missing third doing?

Well, he’s still weak, but he’s a lot better than he was the other day. I don’t think he’ll eat a cupcake again for a while.

Oh, poor dude.

Yeah, well, it wasn’t just him. Alex and Abe got sick as well.

I heard. But the police think Hattie’s the one who sent those tainted cupcakes. They put an APB out on her yesterday.

Wow.

I mean, I know that Hattie’s always been, you know, somewhat unstable, but do you really think that she would try and poison the entire cast and crew of “Body & Soul”?

Well, she’s done a lot crazier things now, hasn’t she?

I got to tell you, Salem sure does attract a lot of crazies.

Yes, it does. Look, could you hold down the fort for a bit?

Yeah, we got it covered, Kate.

OK. I just have to go deal with something. See you. Bye.

[sighs]

[phone rings]

[phone rings]

[suspenseful music] Unknown caller.

[phone rings] Hello? I’m sorry. Did you say Statesville Prison?

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Uh, sure. I’ll accept the call.

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A-and a Happy Thanksgiving to you, too, Vivian.

[tense music]

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Kayla.

Oh, Maggie. Good morning.

Hi. I just came out of Sarah’s room. The bed’s empty. I can’t find Xander. Do you have any idea where she could be? [Kayla sighs]

[somber music]

Oh. [gasps] Xander. You startled me. Oh, my God! I heard the great news that Sarah’s up and walking! That’s so wonderful! [gasps] How’s she feeling this morning?

Well, see for yourself.

[chuckles] Hey, Bonnie.

Oh, my God. Sarah. [gasps] This is a Thanksgiving miracle! [laughter]

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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I’m sorry you missed her. Sarah was just discharged and she’s probably home already. She wanted to surprise you.

Discharged already?

Yeah. Well, listen, we monitor very closely last night. Her vitals were stable. And we thought the best medicine for her would be to go home and have Thanksgiving with her family.

[soft dramatic music]

Oh, that’s wonderful. [sighs] Kayla, you’ve made my day, my month, my year. [Kayla chuckles] I mean, I’m so grateful to you for everything you’ve done for Sarah.

Listen, you have to know how happy I am that I got to see her walking again. I mean, really. I am so grateful that she allowed this to happen. I’m just so proud to be part of it.

That was so kind of you to say. [sighs] Well, now I’m going home. I’m going to watch my daughter standing and walking and– oh, what a perfect Thanksgiving. Thank you so much, Kayla.

My pleasure.

Thank you for everything.

Truly.

Happy Thanksgiving. [chuckles softly] Oh! [Kayla sighs]

Oh, Sarah, I heard you were walking. But to actually see it? Oh, honey, I’m so happy.

Oh, no touch–hey.

What?

She’s still getting her land legs back.

Oh, OK. I’m sorry. Of course. Of course, you know? I think I kind of know how you feel, because I remember that rush of adrenaline that Cassandra got after she was injected with the begonia serum. Oh, honey. That wasn’t even real. [Bonnie laughs]

The–the begonia serum?

Oh, it’s something my character on “Body & Soul” had to get so she wouldn’t croak. And God, hearing that out loud sure sounds stupid. [laughs] No, because that’s TV and this is real life. This is a true miracle. Honey, I’m just so happy for you.

Thank you, Bonnie. Thank you so much.

OK, come on. Let’s get you upstairs. We have a daughter who’s been eagerly waiting for her mom to come back home and on her feet.

Mm. [Bonnie sighs]

I think I’m going to cry. But first, I’m going to make sure two more table settings are on the table for Thanksgiving dinner. [laughing] God, I love you guys. [laughing] OK, OK, I’m going.

Love you, too, Bonnie.

[peaceful music] [Sarah chuckles] I actually think Imight cry. Happy tears, of course.

I feel them coming on myself.

[chuckles] Yeah, I can see that. But before we get all weepy…

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Mm?

[chuckles]

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Hi, Steph.

Hey. I just wanted to stop by and say Happy Turkey Day.

Happy Turkey Day. Same to you. [clears throat]

I know you’ve been under the weather, so I brought you some of my mom’s turkey noodle soup. Figured it might go down a little bit easier than a full-on Thanksgiving Day feast.

My God. Thank you. That was very thoughtful.

I’m not interrupting anything, am I? I know Joy was with you yesterday.

Oh, yeah, yeah. She just happened to stop by while we were running lines and, you know, during the whole cupcakes taking the revenge on my insides situation. Anyway, she took off after I felt better.

Sounds like you’ve got a new friend.

Yeah, she definitely went above and beyond yesterday. But, um… you know, you don’t have to stick around here if you have your hands full. I know you got a couple PR nightmares, the poisoned cupcakes and leaked storylines and–

Yeah, it never ends. [Stephanie chuckles]

Mm.

But at least I have the long weekend to craft a response strategy.

Yeah.

And it’s good I’ll have the extra time, actually, because I was crazy enough to take on a new client yesterday.

Really? Who’s the lucky new client?

Your cousin, Philip.

[tense music]

Look, I’m sorry I haven’t been there to visit you, Vivian, but things have been very busy here on my end, what with the Titan situation. And– yes, I know you’re the one who forged the letter. And I promise, as soon as the dust settles, you’ll still get your cut of my inheritance. Look, I’m sorry you’re in prison. [knock at door] Gotta go. Someone’s at the door.

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Happy Thanksgiving, honey.

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Not so happy for me, actually.

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So let me guess. You heard from Vivian?

How’d you know?

Because I did too. But I refused her call.

Well, I hate to break it to you, Mom. But you can’t refuse her calls forever. She’s a part of this whether we like it or not, and she’s still demanding her share.

Yeah, well, I think she’ll get what she deserves. Probably 25 to life.

Mom, she knows about the letter. She’s the one who forged the damn thing. If she blabs about my involvement, I’ll get 25 to life right alongside her.

Philip, I really wish you hadn’t gotten involved with this wretched woman again.

Yeah, so do I. But too late now. The only option is to string her along while we fight this out in court.

Yeah, well, OK. That’s going to be a very uphill battle, though, since Xander actually has Victor’s legitimate will on his side.

Yeah, I know. That’s why I brought in reinforcements.

Reinforcements? What reinforcements?

[suspenseful music]

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Philip. Now, why would he need a PR rep?

Well, as you know, he’s contesting Victor’s will.

I am aware, yes.

And he wants to get his side of the story out before the court of public opinion can tell it for him.

And what’s his side of the story?

He believes that Titan is his birthright. And that had circumstances been different, he would have been named Victor’s heir.

Yeah, Steph, I know that will backwards and forwards. Uncle Vic, he made his wishes crystal clear. He expressly left full control of Titan to Xander.

I’m aware of that. However, what the general public doesn’t know is that Philip is in possession of a letter from Victor that explicitly states that had Philip not been presumed dead at the time the will was probated, Victor would have left Titan to him.

Yeah, but he didn’t.

So you’re team Xander on this?

Uh, I’m team sanity, Steph. Xander is the heir, period. End of story. But obviously, you took the job, so I hope you’re at least being handsomely rewarded for being team Philip.

Well, I didn’t take the job for the money, Alex.

Oh, OK, well, then why did you take it?

Because I care about him. And I want to help him get what he feels he deserves. I mean, he’s not just some random client that I took on. Philip and I, we have a history.

[mysterious music]

So tell me something. Did you think you’d be spending your Thanksgiving elbow-deep in canned peas and frozen turkey? [Justin chuckles]

I’m happy to be home. Especially because… well, I’ve been thinking a lot about Adrienne this morning. About how she and Joe and Duke, if he was around, they’d be one of the families who would be eating one of these meals.

Yeah, they probably would have been. And like every holiday, I’m thinking a lot about my sister today, too.

[soft upbeat music] And all the loved ones we’ve lost lately.

Yeah. It’s definitely going to be a hard Thanksgiving for Chad… thinking he had Abigail back and then finding out it was all some cruel hoax.

Yeah. Speaking of that, what’s your take on the Cat Greene situation? Legally speaking, I mean. I mean, why would they drop all the charges against her like that?

I’ve been wondering the same thing.

What’s even more baffling, Chad is the one who convinced EJ to set that woman free.

[phone beeps] [Justin sighs] What’s up?

Well, we may have to set one of these bags aside for me. It looks like there was a snag at dinner and, uh, Bonnie has been promoted to head chef.

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Bonnie!

Oh, Maggie. Hi!

There you are. How wonderful is this Thanksgiving? [Maggie laughing] Sarah home and walking?

Oh, I know. It’s the best Thanksgiving ever. [Bonnie laughs] Why are you in an apron?

Oh, uh… Cook chowed down on my tainted cupcake that I stupidly left out. And now, he’s in bed with a bucket.

Oh, dear.

But don’t worry. I’ve got everything under control.

Oh.

I must admit I have always wanted to make a turkey slathered in butter and deep fried in peanut oil. [Bonnie giggles]

Oh, you know what, Bonnie? You know you’re supposed to cook that outside. With–with careful supervision.

Well, y-yeah.

Yeah.

So?

[sniffs] Oh, no. Do you smell something burning?

[tense music]

[alarm blaring]

Uh-oh.

[tense music fading]

Well, as soon as our sweet little Victoria wakes up, I am going to follow her all around this house.

Well, she will love that.

Yeah. I’m going to love it more. You know… baby, I know that I would’ve had a really good life. I do, if this cure didn’t come around or if it didn’t work, because I’m really lucky. I have you and I have Victoria and my mom and all of our friends. Just blessings all around. But still, it was a pretty great unexpected gift. Wasn’t it?

[chuckling] Yeah. For me as well. And for all of us that love you.

And to think… Dr. Ralph is the one that made it happen.

Yeah, that mad scientist changed our lives forever, And for the better.

That he did. I really owe him. Words I never thought I would say. [Xander chuckles] And of course, Brady. We owe him a lot… since he convinced Kristen to hand over the serum.

Yeah, I mean, that wasn’t an easy feat.

Mm-mm.

But even if he hadn’t pulled it off and… even if Philip hadn’t showed up to cause trouble, I was more than ready to give up Titan to get my hands on that serum.

I know you were.

But now that you’re all better…

Mm-hmm.

There’s no way in hell I’m going to do that.

Do you think Philip will still go after Titan?

I have no doubt. Yeah, that spoiled little screwup will stop at nothing to take what’s rightfully mine. And mark my words, he will come to regret it.

[tense music]

A PR strategy. That’s a good idea.

Stroke of genius, actually. Because if I get the public on my side before we go to court, I’m much more likely to have a sympathetic judge and/or jury.

OK. I see the angle. Prodigal son returns versus interloper with a criminal record. I don’t know. At the very least, Andrew will probably have to make a deal.

Oh, I’m not interested in a deal, Mom. I’m the rightful heir to the Kiriakis fortune. Titan was always meant to be mine. And it will be.

I hope so. I do. But I do have a little concern with your grand plan.

What’s that?

Your history. With Stephanie Johnson.

[suspenseful music]

What do you mean you and Philip have history?

Yeah. Years ago, we were engaged.

You were engaged, Steph? Yeah, I didn’t know about this.

Well, you weren’t living in Salem at the time. And you and Phillip were never close.

Uh, OK. You and I were close. You never even mentioned it.

Well, maybe I should have.

Uh, maybe. Yeah.

But it didn’t seem important for me to share because he wasn’t around when you and I were dating.

Right. OK. I get that. Not really, but anyway, I’m assuming it was you who came to your senses about calling off that engagement.

He was a little more complicated than that.

Oh, my–

In a nutshell, basically, I forced him to choose between me and his father.

What, and instead he chose his father?

You would have done the same thing too, Alex, had you been in that position.

Why? Why? Why would I have done that? I revered Uncle Vic as well, especially when I thought that I was his son. But– you know, I’m team sanity right here. Team Sanity, hence why I’m not out of my mind.

Well, I don’t think Philip is out of his mind. I think he’s a decent guy. And I admit that I have regrets about the way that I handled things.

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What are you saying, Steph? Are you trying to get back with this guy?

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[Stephanie scoffs]

Maggie, I’m so sorry. I could have burned the whole house down.

Yeah, but you didn’t. It was–it was– it was just a small fire.

[scoffs] Maggie, I–look. As soon as the smoke clears, I will fix everything. I promise. I mean, so we won’t have a crispy, juicy bird. So what? You know, I’ll put out the stuffing and the mashed potatoes and the baked potatoes and the sweet potatoes with–

And you know what, Bonnie? I think you should forget about cooking and just relax and enjoy the holiday.

Oh, OK. You don’t– you don’t trust me.

Well, no–

No, really, it’s OK. I don’t trust myself. But in my defense, you know, I never cooked in such a fancy kitchen before, and… I really thought a deep fryer the size of Texas would do the job.

It’s OK. In fact, it’s going to be– it’s OK. It’s perfect. It’s going to be perfect. My daughter’s home, she’s walking, and we’re all together.

You’re right. [Maggie chuckles] That’s what’s important.

Yeah.

Sarah got her miracle. And we are spending the day with the people we love. [both chuckle] So to hell with turkey! We got each other!

Yes, we do. I do. And that’s all we need to have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Ah, so sorry I’m late. Where’s all the stuff?

Well, it’s all packed and loaded in the van, baby.

Already?

Yeah. I’m going to head over to Saint Luke’s right now.

[phone ringing]

Nice.

Oh, this is Bonnie. I better take it.

Better.

Hey, honey. What’s up? [clears throat]

Uh, hey, Justin. Um… about dinner, there’s been an incident.

An incident with dinner?

I’ll explain later. But I’m just calling because I was hoping maybe you could pick up some takeout turkey from the pub, please?

Takeout. I don’t think they’re serving takeout at the pub today. But tell you what. I’ll pick up some pizza.

Pizza? Honey, on Thanksgiving?

I know it’s not traditional, but some families do.

Justin. I didn’t mean to interrupt, but forget about the pizza, OK? That would be sacrilege. Just invite everybody here to join us.

[soft upbeat music]

Xander… please tell me that you’re not going to go after Philip the way you did Brady.

No, no, no. I–[sighs] I’ve learned my lesson. I was wrong about Brady and I apologized to him. And surprisingly, he and I are on pretty good terms now. And as for Philip, well, my battle with him will be fought in court. And only in court.

Good. With Justin’s help, I hope?

Definitely.

OK. I’m not saying it won’t get messy, but what family dispute doesn’t? But I will be cool, calm, and collected because now… my beautiful wife’s fate is no longer directly tied to my company’s, which can only help me in court.

Good. I’m glad.

But I don’t want you to worry about any of this. OK? All that matters is that you’re home and well on the road to recovery. All that other stuff…

[soft dramatic music] Doesn’t matter. Because I have everything I need right here.

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I love you.

Oh, I love you too.

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Do you smell smoke?

[sniffs] No, I don’t. But I do see a smoking hot wife right in front of me.

Mm, you flirt. [laughter]

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Look, Stephanie was a little reluctant at first to take me on as a client, but she eventually agreed our past wouldn’t be a problem.

What if it is?

Well, why would it? For one thing, it was forever ago.

Philip, what about this whole thing that came down with Chloe?

And here it comes.

Stop! You know it’s a concern. The only reason you weren’t in Victor’s will is because of your obsession with Chloe.

Mom, Chloe and I are through. That part of my life is over. We took a stab at it but couldn’t get back what we once had.

OK, so then you’re just ripe for the pickings.

Would you stop? Stephanie is not interested in me, Mom.

No, I know she’s not! She’s interested in Alex. That’s why they split up, because she needed to keep her job. But the feelings are still there. So if you get in the middle of that, how do I know that he’s not going to end up covered in blood and your leg will be floating down Salem River?

Oh, my God. Mom!

Philip… you let me believe that you were dead. Do you know how–[sighs] Do you know how that made me feel? Do you know what that did to me? I am never, ever going to let that happen again. Do you hear me?

Yes, I hear you. And it won’t happen again. I was out of my head at the time, as you may recall, but I’m better now. Did a whole lot of therapy and I consider myself a changed man. Sane and level-headed. And I promise you, Stephanie and I are not getting back together.

Back together? No. I was just saying that Philip is a friend. And therefore, I want to help him.

Mm.

Especially since I do believe that he’s entitled to dispute his father’s will.

Mm.

After all, they were very close.

Yeah, which is why your relationship ended, from what you told me. But now, the old man’s out of the way.

OK. Alex, I told you. Philip and I are ancient history.

OK.

And my family eats Thanksgiving dinner early, so I should go.

OK. Yeah. Mine does, too, by the way. So maybe I should get going too.

Well, Happy Thanksgiving. And I’m glad you’re feeling better.

Thank you. Thank you for the soup. I’ll return the container tomorrow.

No, don’t. Don’t worry about it. Just recycle it when you’re done.

[somber music]

All right, Steph. I’ll recycle it. Well, thank you again. And maybe I will, yeah, see you sometime.

Yeah. Sometime.

OK.

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[chuckles] That’s very kind of you, Kayla. But–

No, no, no. This is not about being kind. It’ll be more fun for us, too, right?

Yeah.

So don’t you dare order pizza or anything else, OK? This is where you’re having turkey dinner.

Are you sure it’s not an imposition?

No, no. Just stop. No, it’s not. Really, the more the merrier. OK? You’re family. And the Bradys always love a full house of loved ones, especially on Thanksgiving.

OK, well, thank you.

Mm.

All right, I’ll head over to Saint Luke’s and be back shortly.

OK. Well, make sure you bring your appetite.

Oh, I will, I will.

OK?

Hey, good work today, dimples. [laughter]

You too, Steve.

[soft upbeat music] [Kayla sighs]

Baby, it is going to be a goodThanksgiving,

I think definitely. A little more crowded than usual. But like I said, I think even more fun.

Yeah. I just want to tell you… I am so thankful for you.

Same here.

Today, every single day of the year.

Agreed. I just wish our kids could be here with us.

Oh, Stephanie will be here soon, right?

Right. But I wonder if we’ll even hear from Tripp and Wendy and Joey. I mean, Joey’s got to have jet lag from his trip to Hong Kong. And then there’s the time difference. And–

OK, OK, OK. But I’m sure we’re going to hear from them. I know they must be missing home as much as we’re missing them. Right?

I would imagine so. You know, speaking of missing people just reminds me of all the Thanksgivings that I had without you.

Oh, come on, baby. Don’t bring that up now. It’s never going to happen again. I am never going to be apart from you ever again.

Better not.

I love you so much.

I love you more.

Mm.

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[Steve sighs]

Oh, Maggie.

Yeah.

Good news. We’re not having pizza. [chuckles]

Pizza?

Oh, yes. See, it was Justin’s idea. Kind of a desperate measure. But don’t worry, I talked him out of it. And Kayla, bless her sweet heart, invited us all to join her family for Thanksgiving at the pub.

Oh, Kayla. That was so nice of her. But we’ve got to take something. Of course.

Well, but everything we have is either raw or burned. [Maggie sighs]

Uh, how about wine? I mean not for me, obviously, but for some people who would enjoy it?

[laughing] Oh, yeah. Actually, that’s a good idea.

Sure, yeah.

In fact, I’ll go to the wine cellar, I’ll pick out a nice bottle, and then I’ll tell Sarah and Xander we’re having Thanksgiving dinner at the Brady Pub! [Bonnie laughs]

Bonnie! Bonnie, maybe, um… maybe you should give them a few minutes… [claps hands gently] Alone. Hmm? [both smooching]

[soft dramatic music]

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Oh, Sarah, I’m a little worried maybe we– maybe we shouldn’t.

I know we should.

Are you sure that you’re, you know, ready?

Yes. I talked to Kayla. She gave me the all-clear, so full steam ahead, soldier.

You talked to–

My doctor, yes. [whispers] And now it’s time for you to stop talking.

I can’t. [Sarah chuckles]

[soft dramatic music]

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So you and Stephanie are going to keep it strictly professional?

Yes, Mom. Professional and platonic. And please don’t worry. OK? We’ll get through this. And I’ll get what I deserve.

I hope you’re right.

I know I am.

OK, Well, I should get back to the pub, which is actually the reason I came over here. I wanted to know if you’d like to join us. I mean, if you don’t have any other plans.

No, I don’t. But I assumed I wouldn’t be welcome at Maggie’s house. For obvious reasons.

Well, you are always welcome at ours. OK? Let’s go.

[soft dramatic music]

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[Xanders sighs]

You know…

Mm-hmm?

Victoria is still asleep. And dinner won’t be for at least a half hour yet, so.

I like the way you think. [knock at door] Um… who is it?

Um, it’s me. Um, sorry. May I–I–

Oh, yeah, uh–[laughs] [Xander sighs] Come in!

Um, well, I didn’t mean to disturb you. Listen, we just have a little mishap with dinner.

I told you I smelled smoke.

Well, it was a minor fire and all it destroyed was tonight’s turkey dinner. So we’re all going to go over to the Brady Pub. Kayla asked us to join her. And I don’t know. You feel up to it?

[soft dramatic music]

Uh, let–let– let me rest and see how I’m feeling.

OK. Well, do you want me to stay behind?

No, no, no, no, no. No, no, go enjoy your dinner, and I will be in touch.

OK. Um, sounds good. Call me if you need anything. I’m glad you’re home, honey. I love you.

I love you, too, Mama. Oh, Happy Thanksgiving! [chuckles]

Same to you.

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Mm. [both smooching]

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There’s my man.

Hey, Bonnie.

Hey. Hey, honey.

Hi.

Mwah. [clears throat] I think maybe you should carry this because–easy– with my luck today, it will end up shattered between here and the door.

Hey, there. Happy Thanksgiving,

Alex, happy Thanksgiving.

Yay, hi.

What’s going on?

Mwah. Hey, sweetheart.

I’m so glad you felt up to coming.

Yeah, I finally started to get my appetite back. Thank you for letting me know about the change of venue. What happened?

[muttering] What happened, I ruined dinner at home.

Oh, that’s not good. [Bonnie clears throat]

It turns out it was a blessing in disguise. Because I think breaking bread with our loved ones and friends here at the Brady Pub is the absolute best way to celebrate the spirit of the day. [Bonnie chuckles]

Mm.

It’s also a great way to wash our minds of that old creepy Constantine.

Ah, yes. That too. [Bonnie chuckles] [smooch] Alex, before we join the rest, I do want to say that I know how hard it’s been for you to adjust to not being the Kiriakis heir. But I am happy as hell to have my son back. [Alex sighs]

I’m happy to beback, Dad. I’m grateful you put up with me all this past year.

Well, I know you’re having a rough time. And I think that a part of me, in spite of the evidence to the contrary, knew that you were my son. So of course I was going to put up with you. I love you. Always have, always will.

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I love you too, Pop. [Justin chuckles] [Justin sighs]

[tender music]

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Love you, Joey. Love you, Tripp.

Happy Thanksgiving, boys.

Say hi to Wendy and her parents. Give them our best, OK?

Yeah, we’ll talk soon. OK?

Oh, I miss those guys.

So do I. Hey, but they look happy, right?

They look so happy.

We’re gonna get ’em back here real soon.

Right.

You wait and see.

Yeah.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Oh, hi.

Philip.

Hey. I’m kind of crashing the Brady family meal here. Hope you don’t mind.

Oh, no. It’s great. I told Justin the more the merrier, so all are welcome.

Justin.

Hey. [door closes]

Alex, hey. Are you–

I am here for the Brady Pub Thanksgiving feast. Tagging along with Dad and Bonnie.

Hey, cuz. Long time.

[tense music]

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Oh, hey, Maggie.

Hi, you two.

Hi–sorry.

Oh, hi, Steve.

Hello, Maggie.

Oh, Kayla, thank you so much for inviting the Kiriakis clan to join you. That was so gracious of you.

No, it’s our pleasure. We are happy to have you here. Listen, I hope that Sarah is settling in well. Do you think that she and Xander will come join us?

Um, she’s settling in very well, thank you. But I’m not sure that she and Xander are going to make it.

That’s OK. We have enough food if they show up. But listen, why don’t you join us here? Go on.

Oh, thank you, thank you. Oh, Steve, thank you very much.

I didn’t know you’d be here.

I wasn’t about to ruin the Kiriakis family dinner by showing up, but–[sighs] Here we all are.

Yeah. Unfortunately.

Alex.

Mm. Not that you care, obviously, but Xander’s been through hell this year, as we all have. I took his inheritance from him, though not on purpose, unlike you. And then there was Sarah’s accident caused by his mother. Now, the last thing this guy needs right now is you showing up from the dead trying to steal what’s rightfully his.

Mm, wouldn’t say rightfully.

Well, you had your chance, cuz. You spent a whole long time, a whole lifetime being the star son and you even had your shot at running the family business. Now, I’m sure you made out quite well convalescing God knows where. But maybe you could leave this alone. Can you do that, Philip? Can you let this go?

No, I can’t.

[soft dramatic music]

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Sarah. My God, you’re walking. The serum worked.

Yeah, the serum worked, damn it. Sarah’s cured. No thanks to you. In spite of you, in fact.

Baby. Let’s go say hi to everyone. [Xander sighs]

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[indistinct chatter]

Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you. [indistinct chatter] [glass clinking]

Yeah. [clears throat] Excuse me, folks. Before we break bread, I’d like to say a little prayer of thanksgiving. Dear Lord, we have so much to thank You for in this season of gratitude. This food, the warmth, our health, our good fortune. But most importantly, love. And though we are missing our loved ones that we’ve lost this year or the ones that are far away, they’re right here with us in our hearts. Or my if brother, Roman Brady, they’re upstairs. [chuckles] We’re all so glad that he’s on the mend.

[tender music] And we are so grateful that Sarah is up on her feet again.

Yay, yay. [soft cheers and applause]

It is really, truly, a miracle. And she’s assured me that she’s going to be back to work soon, so I am very thankful for that. [all chuckle]

All right.

Yay.

Yay.

Yay.

And as always, this year has had its highs and lows. But today is definitely a highlight. Having our friends, the Kiriakises, join us for this meal is incredible. And it’s heartwarming seeing our friends and family celebrating together in spite of our differences.

Amen.

Yeah. all: Amen.

Hear, hear.

Yes.

And I’d like to say something. [clears throat] If I might. I want to thank the Bradys for their generous hospitality. I didn’t expect to be spending Thanksgiving with my Kiriakis family, but… I am so glad that I am. So I’d like to echo what Kayla said. Even though we have our differences, we’re always going to be family.

I’m so glad you said that, Philip.

And I hope we’ll be able to break bread together in peace and harmony. Even though I’ve kicked Xander here to the curb and replaced him as the head of Titan.

[tense dramatic music]

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And with that said… Happy Thanksgiving to all.

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 [door opens]

Hey, primo.

Hey, Javier.

Ooh, you know what? I can use one of those.

Yeah.

[dramatic music]

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Cheers.

Here’s to you being back at work, Commish. So how was today? Did you solve any crimes?

Hmm. Guess you haven’t heard, then. I didn’t go back to work.

You didn’t? Why not?

Mm-mm. Because I am not the commissioner anymore. Jada is.

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[distant siren wailing]

Mayor Price.

Commissioner.

How’s Abe? Is he okay?

He’s doing better. But I’m not, nor will I be… until we track down that deranged woman who landed him on his back. So just tell me… have you found Hattie Adams?

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[distant siren wailing]

Well, I didn’t want the day to pass before I wished you a happy birthday. A-and good luck with the writing. Okay. Bye. [cell phone beeps] Oh. Leo, I didn’t know we had–

We had an appointment? We didn’t. What is your rate for walk-ins? Double, triple?

It doesn’t work like that.

[scoffs] Well, that makes sense, because nothing is working for me, Dr. Evans. In fact, my life is over.

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[exhales sharply]

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[knocking on door, door opens]

Johnny.

Hey. [door closes]

I just wanted to check in and see how you were doing.

Uh, yeah, I mean, physically, I’m doing much better, not so achy. But, mentally, Dad, I-I just– I don’t know if I can– I don’t know if I can do this. I’m going crazy.

So you’re still beating yourself up for cheating on your wife with that actress?

Yeah, with “that actress,” okay, who now has a huge presence in our lives, who works with Chanel and I every single day, who Chanel keeps inviting to dinner. I mean, my wife is… She’s the best person I know. She’s kind. She’s loyal. She’s generous. And not only have I cheated on her, but now I’m lying to her about it, pretending as if it never even happened. I can’t go on like this, Dad.

Alex, please. You have to promise me that you’re not going to tell anybody what I told you about me and Johnny. Promise me. [knocking on door]

I need to get that. Chanel, hi.

Hey, uh, Alex. I’m–I’m sorry to bother you. I-I heard you weren’t feeling well.

It’s cool. Yeah, it’s cool. I’m actually… [clears throat] Feeling a little bit better.

Oh, okay. Well, great. Do you mind if I come in? There’s actually something I need to tell you.

There’ actually something I need to tell you, too.

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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Leo… your life is over? I mean, w-we’ve talked about this black-and-white thinking, haven’t we?

I don’t know. But when I was a kid, my mother used to sit me down in front of these old black-and-white movies. And if I so much as yawned, she’d be like, “Oh, is this too boring for you, Siskel? Or should I call you Ebert?”

I’m not sure what to say to that. Look, let’s put the hyperbole aside. Why don’t you tell me what happened?

Well, I’m having a problem, a really big problem, one that has no solution. In fact, things are so bad, I’m looking at these one-bedroom flats in these dreary little English cities, someplace where nobody knows me, where I can start over.

Okay, Leo, Leo, just tell me what happened.

Okay. Well, my entire career and my burgeoning, oh, so promising love life have all gone up in smoke, just like that.

Oh. Well, I’m surprised to hear that. I didn’t know that you were having a relationship.

I’m not anymore. And it wasn’t really a relationship yet. See, it was very new, but it was amazing. And it was kind of perfect, and I ruined it.

How do you think you did that?

I don’t think I did. I know that I did. I met this guy, Javier Hernandez. He was witty. He was charming. He was incredibly good-looking. And now he never wants to talk to me again.

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So Jada did a great job while yours truly was out of commission, and the mayor offered her the job.

And what? So they sent you to the mailroom? Did she fire you?

No. No. I was basically offered her old job, and I didn’t want it, so I resigned.

Wow. I can see it now. “Commissioner Hernandez, sworn protector of every man, hangs up his hat.”

Okay. You might want to tone that down a little bit, but, yeah. Anyway, I noticed you didn’t come home last night.

How’d you know I didn’t come home last night?

Because I didn’t see a long fur coat draped across the couch.

Okay, just so you know, it’s not real fur. I am an animal lover.

Noted. So… hot date, huh?

I did have one. It cooled off quickly… [sighs] When he revealed himself to be a giant idiot.

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Son, haven’t we spoken about this? I thought we both agreed that no good can come from you telling Chanel about your one-time transgression.

“One-time transgression.” What, is that DA speak for cheating on your wife?

Johnny, you’re entitled to do whatever you feel is best, of course. But you and Chanel have something very, very special. And perhaps keeping quiet is–

But I-I did decide to keep quiet, remember? And then as you know, Chanel decided to invite Joy over to watch the premiere of “Body & Soul” with us.

Yes, I remember. I ushered her in. And I also remember seeing you nestled between the two of them on the couch. That must have been very awkward.

It was more than awkward. It was excruciating. Dad, I don’t know if I can keep this up.

So then what? You’re just going to tell Chanel the truth?

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Hey, Joy.

Hey, Chanel. Um, Alex and I were just running lines, until he started feeling sick, that is. I thought I’d keep an eye on him. What in God’s name was in those cupcakes?

Actually, that’s why I’m here. So it turns out that the Health Department was able to analyze those cupcakes, and– the ones that weren’t eaten, obviously– and it turns out that they didn’t come from Sweet Bits.

Ah, so you weren’t trying to poison your co-stars, huh?

[chuckles] You know, that would have been a good way to get some more screen time, but, nope. I didn’t even think of it.

Ah. Well, all joking aside… I am glad that nobody messed with your bakery.

Yeah, me too. I am completely relieved. But, anyway, um, Alex, it’s your turn. Uh, what did you want to tell me?

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So who is this “idiot” that you speak of? Or did you get his name?

Oh, believe me, I got his name. Leo Stark.

Leo? Wow. Yeah, come to think of it… as I recall, you two were flirting the other night in the Small Bar, but I was under the impression that Gabi put the kibosh on it.

Oh, she sure tried to. She said to me, “Primo, siéntatewhile I tell you what a creep that Leo Stark is.” But did I listen? No. And… it just really hurts, you know?

Yeah. Yeah, obviously. All right, so I’m curious. What exactly did Leo do?

[dramatic music]

So you’ve accused Javier of being Lady Whistleblower?

Right. And I know what you’re thinking, Dr. Evans. How could that guy be Lady Whistleblower when I am Lady Whistleblower? But the thing is, I’m not anymore. I eschewed my nom de plume to become the head writer of “Body & Soul.”

Yes. Yes, that’s right. So it would seem that Javier is–

An impostor. Exactly. A sham Lady Whistleblower, who is not only pretending to be moi but spoiling upcoming storylines. In fact, she told everyone that Charlemagne’s not–

Not what?

Not important. What matters is that this cheap knockoff is spoiling my show in “The Spectator”– my former paper. Can you imagine how angry I am? My fists are, like, permanently clenched.

So you think the person pretending to be Lady Whistleblower is Javier?

Well, I thought so. But now I think I may have jumped to the wrong conclusion.

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We haven’t been able to locate Hattie yet. But, Mayor, I can assure you that we are doing everything we can.

Have you tried looking under your desk?

What? I don’t–

Because unless she’s tunneled into the building, I’m assuming… Nope. She’s not in the office. So why are you?

Mayor, look–

You and every other officer should be out there beating the bushes. Now, need I remind you, Commissioner, that I put you in this job because I trusted you to get results? But, you know… I’m–I’m starting to wonder if I should regret that decision.

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I know that I promised Joy I wouldn’t say anything to Chanel or anyone else for that matter. But, Dad, I mean, the guilt– it’s killing me, okay? And not to mention that I’m constantly in fear that Chanel’s going to figure it out somehow, that she’s going to realize what I did.

Well, you never did have much of a poker face.

Ah.

[pats leg] But, seriously, you think, what– Chanel is just going to look at you one day and go, “Ah, this man has trespassed against me, and I know exactly how he did it”?

Honestly, yeah. Yeah, I do think that could happen. Nobody knows me like Chanel. Even if she can’t read it on my face, what worries me even more is if she were to find out some other way. – So are you going to tell me? Or are you going to start a game of charades?

Uh, Chanel, I forgot to ask you. How’s, uh–how’s Johnny doing? Sorry. Sorry, I didn’t mean to interrupt. It’s just this morning when we were watching the show, he had a cupcake, too, right?

Yeah. Yeah, he was actually feeling pretty sick himself. But he’s starting to feel much better now.

Oh, well, that’s a relief.

Yeah, it is. I mean, I thought he was kind of delirious for a second there because he was talking in his sleep, and he never does that.

Really? That’s strange.

Yeah. Yeah, and what was even more strange is he was talking about you.

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Madam Mayor, I can assure you that although I am physically here in this office, I am doing everything I can to track down Hattie Adams.

Would you care to expand on that?

As I mentioned, I have officers working very closely with the Health Department to determine the origin of the tainted cupcakes. I am also following a few leads with my counterparts in other jurisdictions in regards to Hattie’s whereabouts in the days since she decamped from Salem. And, Mayor, I am sure you’re aware that your husband is not the only victim of a crime here in Salem. I have several families… who want justice for their loved ones. And as commissioner of this city’s police department, I have to direct my attention on those cases as well. But, of course, if you are not happy with my performance, then you are more than welcome to give the job back to Rafe.

[dramatic music]

This is amusing to you, is it?

[laughing] Oh, I’m sorry. I’m sorry, okay? It’s just… It’s not funny, all right? But Leo accusing you of taking his old job so you could destroy his new job–I mean… Look, I don’t use the word “narcissist” that much, but, I mean, wow, yikes.

Yeah, well, I’m glad it’s comic relief to you, but I became quite intimate with this jerk. And I even felt myself becoming– I don’t know–smitten a little. He had the nerve– the gall to question my integrity? [scoffs]

And then all of the dots started to connect. See, I walked in on Javi tapping away at my computer, which is a total invasion of privacy. And this was right after he said that “the fans would kill to know what’s on there.” And he also mentioned that he needs a second job to make ends meet. And before you say, why do you think Javi would stoop to that level? Dr. Evans, I invented that level.

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So… case closed?

Well, you would think so. But then I stormed over to his office to accuse him of spoiling my show, and he denies everything. Worse than that, he starts poking holes in every single part of my story, talking about how improbable the whole thing was. And the more he said so, the more–

You began to believe him.

But it’s too late now. I mean, you can’t put the toothpaste back in the tube. And now Javi wants nothing to do with me. [sighs] Dr. Evans… why do I do this to myself? It’s like I have a PhD in self-sabotage.

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How could I be so stupid?

I mean, who does he think he is? God’s gift to novelas? I mean, the very idea that I would even date him or whatever just to steal his stupid story so then I could, what, become Lady Whistleblower? [scoffs] I mean, as abuelaused to say, “Ese ahí mismo es un loco.” That man right there is a crazy person.

Mm. Mm-hmm. I mean, you know, Javi, if– if I didn’t know any better, I’d say you’re a little defensive.

Excuse me? What is that supposed to mean?

Well, it just means, um…

No, what are you trying to say? Don’t dance around it.

Okay, then. Are you the new Lady Whistleblower?

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Okay, so… you’re worried that even if you don’t tell Chanel about what happened, she’ll find out anyway.

Yeah, I am.

But, Johnny, how could she?

Well, when she came to check on me earlier, she said I was talking in my sleep.

[sighs] Okay, um, and did she tell you what you said?

Yeah. Yeah, apparently I said something to the effect of, “No, Joy. We can’t do this.”

[clears throat]

Luckily, I was able to cover. I said that I was dreaming about directing Joy in a scene. But what about next time? All right, maybe instead of… worrying about what I’m going to blurt out in my sleep, I should just come clean while I’m awake.

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So Johnny was talking in his sleep about me?

[laughs] Yeah. Yeah, he was. I guess apparently he was directing you in a scene. And then the two of you got into an argument about how you should play it. And so he was saying, “No, Joy. We shouldn’t do this.”

Huh. [chuckles] That’s crazy.

I know, right? But I guess that just goes to show how dedicated he is to his craft. I mean, even struck down with food poisoning, he’s still dreaming about work. And, you know, seeing him sick like that, it really just– it made me realize how much I love that guy and how just lucky I am to have him in my life. You know?

Mm-hmm.

But, anyway, I-I should get back to him. Oh, yeah, Alex, weren’t you going to tell me something?

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[dramatic music]

[clears throat]

It seems like you two are having some sort of telepathic conversation or something.

No, no, I just…

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I don’t know if I’m going to be well enough to make it to work tomorrow. So I wouldn’t even bother learning your lines, to be honest.

[chuckles] Okay, well, I think someone forgot that tomorrow is Thanksgiving. We’re off.

Right. Thanksgiving, mm, day off. Ugh.

Yeah, which we all clearly need right now, huh?

Yeah.

All right. So how about you get some rest and hydrate? And, um, it was good seeing you, Joy.

You too.

Thank you, Chanel. Thank you.

All right. Uh-huh. Take care.

All right. [door closes]

Thank you, Alex, for not telling her about me and Johnny.

I didn’t do it for you. Don’t get me wrong–I’m not saying you’re the one to blame. Johnny obviously shouldn’t have cheated. The person I’m doing it for is Chanel.

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Listen, son, you know where I stand, so I’ll simply say that while you may feel that telling Chanel the truth will unburden you, alleviate your–your guilt… I truly believe… that this will most likely only compound the suffering for both of you. Son, I-I truly believe that before long, you and Joy will be able to move past what happened between you and simply coexist. And this incident will be remembered by you merely as a-a speed bump on the long, beautiful road that is your marriage to Chanel.

Yeah, if only.

Johnny, it will happen, but not if you give in to this irrational need to confess to Chanel that for one night, you were unfaithful, but only because you believed she was. Son… if you say something now, it could cost you dearly. So you need to seriously ask yourself this question. Is this a cliff? Or is this just a speed bump? Now, I know I can offer you advice, but I can’t force you to take it. This is your life. This is your decision. So, whatever it is… you need to make the best one that is right for you.

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Jada… Forgive me if my tone was abrasive. I don’t want to replace you. Of course I don’t. I think you’re more than qualified for the job. I-I just– I… I let my emotions just get the best of me. And you got to understand. Now, this woman– she poisoned my husband.

I know.

And, you know, while I’m grateful– very grateful that Abe is going to make a quick recovery, the idea of that– that lunatic on the lam… But I shouldn’t have– I shouldn’t have taken my worry out on you.

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I understand. I know what it feels like to lose sleep over a deranged individual who’s trying to hurt someone that you love. And I can assure you… that Hattie Adams will not be on the lam for long. We will find her, and that is a promise.

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Did you really just ask me if I’m the new– Forgive me for saying this, Rafael, but maybe it’s a good thing that you’re no longer on the force because your detective skills, man, are a little rusty.

It was a yes-or-no question.

No, I am not Lady Whistleblower. I never was Lady Whistleblower. And I never will be Lady Whistleblower. And I’m insulted that you would even ask that.

Okay. Look, I am sorry, all right? I was just asking a question.

And first of all, I would come up with a much better alias than Lady Whistleblower.

Oh, yeah? Like what?

Like… Beatrice Shoehorn.

“Beatrice Shoehorn”?

What’s wrong with Beatrice Shoehorn?

Um, it’s–it’s fine.

Oh, I’m so glad that you find this all so funny… because I actually am hurt and disappointed and angry… ‘Cause I actually like Leo.

You like Leo. Okay. Can I ask why?

Because he’s… funny and… sexy and kind of eccentric but in a good way. And there’s this– I don’t know– resilience he had that I admired. And I miss him already.

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Okay, listen, I am sorry that you’re hurting. Um… and I’m sure that this is cold comfort to you right now, but believe me when I say this– you dodged a bullet.

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So, if you want my opinion for the likely reason that you were pushing away Javier–

Oh, believe me, I do. Your opinions are incredible. I even love the way you give them in this hoity-toity, yet mensch-y kind of way.

“Hoity-toity, yet mensch-y kind of way.” I haven’t heard myself described that way.

Oh, it’s true, and I mean it as the greatest of compliments.

Thank you.

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You must realize that it’s possible that a-a therapist can misread a situation from time to time. But in your case… I suspect that you were so hurt… by Dimitri… you didn’t want to go through that pain again. You didn’t want to hurt that way again. So, instead of opening yourself up to a relationship, you just sabotage the relationship.

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That explanation sounds like a skeleton key to every relationship I’ve ever been in.

So that sounds like an accurate picture of what you’ve been doing?

Yeah, but I don’t want to push people away, Dr. Evans. I am through with my era of binge-watching “The Nanny” and crying into a weighted blanket.

Look, maybe you’re not consciously pushing people away.

Oh, so you’re saying that I– Wait. I don’t know what you’re saying. And I don’t really care. I just want to make it stop.

You’re doing exactly what you need to do to make it stop. You’re in therapy. We’re looking at your early-childhood traumas… all the things that came out of that period of time. And now you’re in therapy, and you’re– you’re learning to trust other people. And pretty soon you’re going to be able to have authentic relationships.

Yeah. Therapy is great, especially when it’s covered by insurance. But is there anything I could do more immediately to make things better with Javi?

There is. You could apologize to him.

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What did that admin at the Health Department say? No, no, no, no, no, it’s not carrot cake. Make sure they know it’s cupcakes. Yeah, and let me know when you get any updates about the origin. All right.

Hey.

Mm, hey.

Any luck finding Hattie?

No. And Mayor Price is breathing down my neck.

Ooh. [chuckles] Yeah. I remember those days. Oh, figured it’d be a long night, so I brought you… some sustenance.

You are such a lifesaver. Thank you.

[soft music] So any sage advice on how to deal with a helicopter mayor?

Hmm. [inhales sharply] I’d say, keep her as informed as you need to and don’t let her push you around.

I’m trying not to, but Mayor Price is one tough cookie.

Hmm.

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Hold it right there. Don’t you move.

Oh, Paulina.

That’s Mayor Price to you.

All right. U-uh, what’s going on?

What’s going on is, I’m making a citizen’s arrest.

[dramatic music]

So you didn’t say anything because you didn’t want to hurt Chanel?

Chanel and I have both had our ups and downs together, but at the end of the day, I consider her a good friend. When she started going on and on about how much she loves Johnny and how much he means to her… I just thought, why should I be the one to take that away from her? Even though part of me thinks that she definitely deserves to know the truth.

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Stop the presses. [giggles]

Hey, you. How’s it going?

I have some news–good news, like, really good news.

Okay, well, what is it?

Okay, so those spiked cupcakes– it turns out that they did not come from Sweet Bits.

That’s great. That’s great. I am so happy to hear that.

Oh, me too after all that tossing and turning and worrying.

I, too, am delighted to hear that. Um… I’m going to fill up your glass for you. Uh, more ginger ale?

Please, yes.

Oh, Chanel, I want you to thank your mother for me.

Uh, for what?

When she knocked that cupcake out of my hand, she saved me a lot of suffering.

[laughs] Okay, I’ll thank her.

Thank you. Bye.

So, after I went to Sweet Bits, I stopped by Alex’s to give him the good news.

Mm-hmm. And how’s he doing?

Uh, he’s–he’s doing much better, actually. He’s almost fully recovered, also thanks to Joy.

Uh, Joy?

Mm-hmm. Yeah. When I got there, they said that they were “running lines.”

And what? You–you don’t believe her?

[laughs] I mean… I don’t know. It kind of looked like something was going on between them.

Huh.

What would a month in Thailand not fix? [knocking on door]

Javi, hi. Oh, wait, wait, wait, wait.

Leo, what do you want?

Uh, well, these– these are for you. They’re begonias. We used them on the show. They–they saved Kassandra’s life.

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And now I was hoping that maybe they could save our relationship.

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Paulina, I’m not–

Save it, Hattie. The jig is up. And you have some nerve walking around the square with that cupcake.

Oh, uh, it’s an almond croissant. And they’re half off after 8:00 p.m.

[stammers] Oh, Lordy. Marlena?

Mm-hmm.

Oh. Oh, my goodness. Oh. Ooh, I’m– I’m so sorry, Marlena. I– F-forgive me. I thought you were–

It’s okay. It’s okay. I understand.

You know, I’m just so frantic, you know, trying to find that woman who poisoned Abe. I just–I can’t think of anything else.

It’s okay. It’s okay. It’s okay. Tell you what, why don’t I–

Oh, again, I’m so sorry.

Why don’t I– Let me just buy you a nice cup of tea, something in a– like, an herbal decaf tea. Hmm?

Oh.

So… what have you been up to?

Mm… just listening to the sordid details of Javi’s love life.

Didn’t he just come into town?

Mm-hmm.

There’s sordid details already?

Leo works fast.

Leo?

Yeah, Leo. See… he and Javi went on a date.

Uh-huh.

And to say that Javi regrets it, well, that’d be an understatement.

Shocking.

Mm-hmm. And hopefully my cousin has learned his lesson and steers clear from him from now on.

[dramatic music]

“Relationship”? [scoffs] I hate to be the bearer of bad news, Leo, but we don’t have a relationship.

No. No, no, no. Those are either yours, or I’m going to give them to this really cute parking-lot attendant who tells me I look like Cillian Murphy.

You don’t look like him, Leo.

Yeah, I know. I don’t think so either. Look, Javi, I really am sorry. I made a big mistake throwing around accusations like that. I have a lot of work to do on myself–I know that. But I really do like you.

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I was hoping you would be willing to give me one more chance.

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One more chance. Yeah… I don’t think so.

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Listen… Alex, whatever the reason is that you decided to keep what I told you confidential, please hold on to that, because before long, Johnny and I– we won’t even remember we hooked up and what happened between us. It’ll be–it’ll be in the past. For Chanel. I mean, what she doesn’t know… will never hurt her, right?

[scoffs]

Alex… if you really are her friend… I think it’s best to let sleeping dogs lie.

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Really? You think something might be going on between Alex and Joy? Why?

I mean, I-I don’t know. I just kind of sensed a vibe between them.

Huh. “A vibe?”

Mm-hmm. You know, like, you can tell, right? I mean, I would be a little bit surprised if it happened so soon after what happened with Alex and Stephanie. But if there is something going on between the two of them, I-I would be really happy for Joy. I mean, I know how it is to be new in this town. I was new once, and I remember how lonely it was. That’s part of why I made so many mistakes when I first got here.

Look, Chanel, I, uh–

What? What is it?

Ah, it’s–it’s nothing. I was just… thinking about how lucky I am to be married to someone like you.

Mm.

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