Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Alex gets a call from Joy and tells her he’s feeling a lot better. Alex thanks her for yesterday and says he owes her. Alex tells her to chill about things as he gave her his word that he won’t say anything to Chanel about her and Johnny. Alex wishes Joy a happy Thanksgiving and hangs up as Stephanie shows up at his door.
Kate, Steve, and Justin pack Thanksgiving bags for the homeless shelter at the Brady Pub. Kate talks about Roman recovering but jokes that he won’t be eating another cupcake for awhile. Kate mentions that Alex and Abe also got sick. Steve brings up the police thinking that Hattie Adams is behind the cupcakes and they put an APB out on her yesterday. Justin questions if Hattie would really try to poison the entire cast and crew of Body and Soul. Kate remarks that she’s done a lot crazier things while Steve comments that Salem attracts a lot of crazies. Kate asks Steve and Justin to hold things down as she has to go deal with something.
Philip gets a call from an unknown caller. He answers and it’s from prison. Philip accepts the call and wishes Vivian a happy Thanksgiving.
At the hospital, Maggie tells Kayla that she can’t find Sarah or Xander so she asks where they could be.
Xander brings Sarah home to the Kiriakis Mansion where they surprise Bonnie by having Sarah walk in to the living room which Bonnie excitedly calls a Thanksgiving miracle.
Kayla informs Maggie that Sarah was just discharged, so she’s probably already home as she wanted to surprise her. Maggie is surprised that Sarah was discharged already. Kayla confirms that they thought the best medicine for Sarah would be to go home and spend Thanksgiving with her family. Maggie says she made her year and thanks Kayla for everything she did for Sarah. Kayla talks about being grateful. Maggie calls it a perfect Thanksgiving and thanks Kayla as she leaves the hospital.
Bonnie tells Sarah how happy she is to see her walking again. Bonnie compares it to her character’s life being saved on Body and Soul while she calls this a true miracle. Sarah thanks her as Xander tells her that Victoria has been eagerly waiting for her to come home. Bonnie assures she will set two more spots at the table for Thanksgiving dinner as she heads to the kitchen. Sarah and Xander then kiss.
Stephanie tells Alex that she just wanted to stop by and wish him a happy Thanksgiving. Stephanie says she knows he’s been under the weather, so she brought him some of her mother’s turkey soup. Alex thanks her and calls that very thoughtful. Stephanie asks if she’s not interrupting anything since Joy was with him yesterday. Alex explains that Joy just happened to stop by to run lines and then she took off after he felt better. Stephanie comments that it sounds like he has a new friend. Alex says she was a help and tells Stephanie that she doesn’t have to stick around since he knows she has a couple PR nightmares. Stephanie says it never ends and mentions taking on a new client in Alex’s cousin, Philip.
Philip tells Vivian that he’s sorry he hasn’t been there to visit her but he’s been busy with Titan. Philip promises that when the dust settles, Vivian will still get her half of his inheritance. Philip then hangs up as Kate arrives at his door and wishes him a happy Thanksgiving. Philip responds that it’s not so happy for him. Kate guesses he heard from Vivian, mentioning that she did too but she refused the call. Philip tells Kate that Vivian is part of this whether they like it or not and she’s still demanding her share. Philip reminds Kate that Vivian forged the letter and if she gives up his involvement, he will be in prison beside her. Kate wishes Philip hadn’t gotten involved with Vivian again. Philip says he does too but they have no choice but to string her along while they battle in court. Kate points out that it’s going to be tough since Xander has Victor’s legitimate will on his side. Philip responds that is why he brought in reinforcements which Kate questions.
Alex questions why Philip would need a PR rep. Stephanie brings up Philip contesting Victor’s will and he wants to get his side of the story out that he believes Titan is his birthright and he would’ve been named CEO of Titan in different circumstances. Alex talks about knowing Victor’s will and that Victor wanted Xander in charge of Titan. Stephanie brings up the letter that Philip has that says Victor wanted him in charge of Titan. Alex points out that Victor left it to Xander, so Stephanie asks if he’s on team Xander. Alex doesn’t want to get involved and says to him, Xander is the CEO of Titan, end of story. Alex adds that he hopes Stephanie is getting paid well for being team Philip, but she says she didn’t take the job for the money, so Alex asks why she took it. Stephanie responds that she cares about Philip and wants to help him get what he feels he deserves. Stephanie remarks that Philip is not just some random client that she took on as they have history.
Steve and Justin talk about Thanksgiving and the loved ones they have lost. Justin comments on how it’s definitely going to be a hard Thanksgiving for Chad as he thought he had Abigail back only to find out it was all a cruel hoax. Steve asks Justin what his take on the Cat Green situation and why they would drop all charges against her. Justin says he’s been wondering the same thing. Steve calls it baffling that Chad convinced EJ to set Cat free. Justin then gets a text and says it looks like there’s been a snag at dinner and Bonnie has been promoted to head chef..
Maggie goes home to the Kiriakis Mansion and embraces Bonnie as they talk about Sarah’s news and Maggie calls it the best Thanksgiving ever. Maggie questions Bonnie wearing an apron. Bonnie informs her that Cook had one of the tainted cupcakes and is sick but says she has it all under control and always wanted to cook the turkey. Maggie then smells something burning and the smoke alarm goes off.
Xander and Sarah go to their bedroom as Sarah talks about wanting to follow Victoria around the house when she wakes up. Sarah says she knows she would’ve had a good life if the cure didn’t work since she’s really lucky to have Xander, Victoria, Maggie and all of their friends around, but calls it a great unexpected gift. Sarah points out that Dr. Rolf is the one that made it happen. Xander says he changed their lives for the better. Sarah never thought she’d say she owes Dr. Rolf and adds that they owe Brady a lot for convincing Kristen to hand over the serum. Xander acknowledges that wasn’t easy and assures if not for Brady or Philip, he was fully ready to hand over Titan to get the serum. Sarah points out that now he doesn’t have to and asks if he thinks Philip will still come after Titan. Xander is sure that Philip will still try to take what is rightfully his and declares that he will come to regret it.
Kate tells Philip that a PR strategy is a good idea. Philip says if he gets the public on his side before they go to court, he’s more likely to have a sympathetic judge or jury. Kate sees his strategy and thinks Xander will at least have to make a deal. Philip argues that he’s not interested in a deal because he’s the rightful heir and declares Titan will be his. Kate agrees but is concerned about his history with Stephanie.
Alex questions Stephanie saying she and Philip have history. Stephanie explains that years ago, they were engaged which shocks Alex. Stephanie says Alex wasn’t living in Salem at the time and he and Philip weren’t close. Alex argues that he and Stephanie were close and she never mentioned it. Stephanie says maybe she should’ve but it didn’t seem important since Philip wasn’t around while she and Alex were dating. Alex assumes Stephanie came to her senses and called the engagement off. Stephanie reveals that she forced Philip to choose between her or his father. Alex questions Philip choosing his father. Stephanie believes Alex would’ve chosen the same. Alex says he revered Victor too but he’s not out of his mind. Stephanie doesn’t think Philip is out of his mind and that he’s a decent guy. Stephanie admits she has regrets about how she handled things. Alex questions if she’s trying to get back with Philip.
Bonnie apologizes to Maggie, complaining that she could’ve burned the whole house down. Maggie encourages that it was just a small fire. Bonnie promises that she’ll fix everything when the smoke clears. Bonnie says even without a turkey, she’ll put out everything else. Maggie suggests Bonnie forget about the cooking and just relax to enjoy the holiday. Bonnie guesses Maggie doesn’t trust her and blames that she never cooked in that size kitchen before. Maggie encourages that everything will still be perfect since Sarah is home and walking and they are all together. Bonnie agrees that Sarah got her miracle and they are spending the day with the people they love so they have each other. Maggie declares that’s all they need to have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Kayla goes to the Brady Pub where Steve and Justin tell her that the food bags are all already packed and Justin is about to take them to St. Luke’s church. Justin gets a call from Bonnie, who tells him there’s been an incident with dinner and she’ll explain later. Bonnie hoped Justin could bring home some takeout turkey from the Pub. Justin informs her that they aren’t serving takeout at the Pub today but he’ll pick up some pizza. Bonnie questions pizza on Thanksgiving. Justin says he knows it’s not traditional but some families do it. Kayla interrupts and tells Justin to forget about the pizza and just invite everyone to join them at the Pub.
Sarah asks Xander to promise that he won’t go after Philip like he did Brady. Xander assures that he won’t and acknowledges that he was wrong about Brady, apologized to him, and they are surprisingly on pretty good terms now. Xander says his battle with Philip will be fought only in court. Xander adds that it will get messy but all family disputes do. Xander states that he will be calm, cool, and collected because now Sarah’s fate is not tied to his family company which will help him in court. Xander doesn’t want Sarah to worry about any of this as all that matters is that she’s home and on the road to recovery so all the other stuff doesn’t matter because he has everything he needs right here. Sarah tells Xander that she loves him and then asks if he smells smoke. Xander says he doesn’t but calls her smoking hot as they kiss.
Philip admits to Kate that Stephanie was a little reluctant at first to take him on as a client but eventually decided their past wouldn’t be a problem. Kate asks what if it is a problem and brings up what happened with Chloe. Kate argues that the only reason Philip wasn’t in Victor’s will is because of his obsession with Chloe. Philip insists that part of his life is over and that he and Chloe gave it a go but couldn’t recapture what they once had. Kate argues that means he’s ripe for the picking while Philip argues that Stephanie is not interested in him. Kate tells him that she knows she isn’t because Stephanie is interested in Alex but they broke up so she could keep her job. Kate questions how she knows Philip won’t get in the middle of that and have it end up with Alex covered in blood and Philip’s leg floating down the river like what happened with Brady. Kate complains that Philip let her believe he was dead and asks if he know what that did to her. Kate declares she will never ever let that happen again. Philip assures that it won’t and admits he was out of his head at the time, but he’s better now after a lot of therapy and he considers himself a changed man. Philip promises that he and Stephanie are not getting back together.
Stephanie tells Alex that she was just saying that Philip is a friend so she wants to help him, especially since she believes he’s entitled to dispute his father’s will since they were very close. Alex points out that she said their relationship ended because of Victor but now he’s out of the way. Stephanie repeats that she and Philip are ancient history. Stephanie and Alex both decide that they should get to their Thanksgiving dinners. Stephanie tells Alex that she’s glad he’s feeling better. Alex thanks her for the soup and says maybe he’ll see her sometime as Stephanie then exits.
Justin tells Kayla that’s very kind of her. Kayla insists it will be more fun for them too, so she tells Justin not to order pizza or anything else and have turkey dinner at the Pub. Kayla insists that he’s family and the Brady family always love a full house of loved ones on Thanksgiving. Justin agrees to head to St. Luke’s and be back shortly as he then exits the Pub. Steve tells Kayla that it’s going to be a good Thanksgiving. Steve adds that he’s so thankful for her. Kayla tells him the same as they kiss. Kayla wishes their kids could be there with them. Steve points out that Stephanie will be there soon. Kayla wonders if they’ll even hear from Tripp, Wendy, and Joey. Steve assures they will as he knows they must be missing home as much as they are missing them. Kayla brings up all the Thanksgivings she had without Steve. Steve promises that will never happen again as he is never going to be apart from her ever again. Steve says he loves her so much as they kiss.
Bonnie informs Maggie that they are not having pizza which was Justin’s idea but she talked him out of it and then Kayla invited them all to join her family at the Pub for Thanksgiving. Maggie says that’s nice of her but they have to take something. Bonnie points out that everything they have is either raw or burnt. Maggie suggests bringing wine, so Bonnie decides to pick out a nice bottle from the wine cellar and then she’ll tell Sarah and Xander they are having Thanksgiving at the Brady Pub. Maggie reminds Bonnie to first give Sarah and Xander a few minutes alone.
Xander and Sarah kiss and start to undress. Xander worries that maybe they shouldn’t and asks if Sarah is sure she’s ready. Sarah assures that Kayla gave her the all clear, so they continue kissing.
Kate questions Philip about he and Stephanie keeping it strictly professional. Philip confirms that and asks Kate not to worry, insisting they will get through this and he will get what he deserves. Kate hopes he’s right and decides she should get back to the Pub. Kate says she initially came over to invite him to join them if he doesn’t have other plans. Philip says he doesn’t, but assumed he wouldn’t be welcome at Maggie’s house for obvious reasons. Kate says he’s always welcome at theirs, so they exit together.
Xander and Sarah lay in bed together after having sex. Xander points out that Victoria is still asleep and dinner is still some time away. They continue kissing until Maggie knocks on the door. Maggie says she didn’t mean to disturb them but they had a little mishap with dinner. Sarah knew she smelled smoke. Maggie explains from the door that Kayla invited them to join them at the Pub and asks if Sarah is up for it. Sarah says to let her rest and see how she’s feeling. Maggie offers to stay behind but Sarah tells her to go enjoy dinner and she’ll be in touch. Maggie says to call if she needs anything and she loves her. Sarah wishes her a happy Thanksgiving as Maggie exits.
Justin returns to the Pub and runs in to Bonnie as she arrives. Alex joins them and wishes a happy Thanksgiving. Justin is glad Alex felt up to coming. Alex thanks them for letting him know about the change of venue and asks what happened. Bonnie says she ruined dinner but Justin calls it a blessing in disguise because he thinks breaking bread with their friends and family at the Brady Pub is the best way to celebrate the spirit of the day. Bonnie jokes that it also cleans their minds of Konstantin. Justin tells Alex that he knows how hard it’s been for him to adjust to not being the Kiriakis heir, but he’s happy as hell to have his son back. Alex says he’s grateful that Justin put up with him. Justin knows he’s had a rough time and thinks part of him knew Alex was his son. Justin tells Alex that he loves him and always will as they hug.
Stephanie joins Kayla and Steve at the Pub as they finish a video chat with Joey and Tripp. Steve and Kayla talk about missing them and how happy they looked. Kate then arrives with Philip. Philip feels he’s crashing the Brady family meal if they don’t mind. Kayla says she told Justin the more the merrier so all are welcome. Justin and Bonnie then arrive with Alex. Philip greets Alex and says it’s been a long time, leaving Stephanie in between. Maggie arrives and greets Kayla and Steve, thanking them for inviting the Kiriakis clan to join them. Kayla hopes Sarah is settling in well and asks if she and Xander will be joining them. Maggie says she’s not sure if they will make it. Kayla says they have enough food if they do. Philip tells Alex that he didn’t know he’d be there as he wasn’t going to ruin the Kiriakis family dinner by showing up, but here they all are. Alex tells Philip that Xander has been through hell this year as they all have. Alex goes over taking Xander’s inheritance unintentionally and then Sarah’s accident, so he doesn’t need Philip trying to take what’s rightfully Xander’s. Alex tells Philip that he had his chance at running the family business and asks him to leave this alone and let it go, but Philip says that he can’t. Xander and Sarah then arrive with Victoria. Philip is shocked to see Sarah is walking and the serum worked. Xander confirms Sarah is cured which he says is in spite of Philip. Sarah suggests they go say hi to everyone. Xander, Sarah, Bonnie, Justin, Alex, Stephanie, Steve, Kayla, Maggie, Kate, and Philip all sit together for Thanksgiving dinner. Kayla calls everyone’s attention to say a Thanksgiving prayer. Kayla talks about missing the loved ones they have lost, being glad that Roman is on the mend, and being grateful for the miracle that Sarah is walking again. Kayla acknowledges that this year had its highs and lows but today is definitely a highlight, having their friends join them for this meal and celebrating this meal in spite of differences. Philip then stands up and declares that he wants to thank the Bradys for their generous hospitality as he didn’t expect to be spending Thanksgiving with his Kiriakis family but he’s grateful that he is. Philip declares that even though they have their differences, they are always going to be family and he hopes they will be able to break bread in peace going forward, even though he’s kicked Xander to the curb and replaced him as the head of Titan. Philip then wishes them all a happy Thanksgiving.
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