Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Chad returns home to the Horton house where Jennifer and Jack are waiting and excited to see him. Jennifer embraces Chad and talks about how worried they were for he and JJ. Jack asks where JJ is. Chad responds that he had a stop to make.
JJ brings Gabi home. Gabi tells him that he didn’t have to escort her or carry her bags but JJ says it’s the least he could do after what she went through for his family. Gabi says that JJ already thanked her ten times. JJ points out that Gabi was held at gunpoint and risked her life to help him find his sister, so he owes her a lot more than ten thank yous. Gabi asks what he had in mind.
Cat finishes a call in the town square, getting a lawyer for her mother. Aaron approaches and greets her. Cat asks if he’s okay. Aaron says it’s still hard to get it in his head that she’s actually his sister. Cat knows it will take time to get used to it as they hug.
Mark sits in the interrogation room, handcuffed to the table as EJ enters the room. Mark asks if there’s any news about his mother. EJ says he doesn’t know or care as that’s not why he’s here. EJ wants to talk to Mark about what’s left of his future. EJ presents Mark with what he calls the best plea deal he’ll ever get and advises him to sign it immediately if he knows what’s good for him.
Jennifer tells Chad that was sweet of JJ to escort Gabi home. Chad acknowledges that Gabi did them a solid as things got real hairy. Jack asks what exactly happened as he didn’t tell them much. Chad apologizes as he and JJ thought they should tell them together but Chad informs them that Clyde is now in a coma.
JJ asks Gabi how to thank someone for being a hero. Gabi points out that they were all in danger. JJ notes that Gabi didn’t have to be there. Gabi reminds him that she’ll never stop wanting to make Clyde pay for how she was tortured in prison. JJ states that he certainly got his comeuppance. Gabi remarks that she’ll forever be grateful to Catharina Greene for putting a bullet in Clyde and thinks she deserves a medal. JJ says he would agree if she didn’t cost his family the chance to put Abigail to rest.
Aaron asks Cat about the lawyer she got for their mom. Cat notes that it will be an uphill battle. Aaron argues that Clyde was holding her hostage so she was a victim. Cat explains that she’ll have to convince the authorities of that. Aaron complains that Clyde deserved it and declares that they have to let their mom and Mark go.
Mark asks EJ what the plea deal means. EJ says he will save them all a lot of time by pleading guilty to his crimes and then instead of going away for 25 years, he’ll be afforded a reduced sentence which would be considered a gift. Mark asks how reduced they are talking. EJ reveals that he’d only spend the next 10 years in prison which is a lot better than 25. EJ argues that Mark would be getting off easy after the laundry list of crimes he committed for Clyde. Mark argues that Clyde was blackmailing him. EJ says that’s why he’s getting a deal at all. EJ reminds Mark that he showed up in Paris intending to kill Chad. Mark argues that he was trying to save his mother but EJ doesn’t care and mocks him. Mark senses that EJ is making this personal. EJ responds that this is very personal and asks if he really thought he could get away with plotting to kill a DiMera. EJ adds that if Steve didn’t show up when he did, Chad would be dead at Mark’s hands. EJ remarks that ten years in prison is a blessing compared to the fate of others who have crossed his family. EJ demands that Mark sign the deal.
Cat tells Aaron that the attorney doesn’t think they can use self defense for their mom’s case, since Gabi and JJ were holding guns on Clyde when she shot him and her life was no longer in danger. Aaron asks what’s going to happen then. Cat says they are going to try to say that Catharina didn’t know what she was doing because of Clyde’s brainwashing. Aaron asks if that will work. Cat talks about how they got one miracle with their mom being alive after thinking she died in the car accident with their dad. Aaron hopes they are due for another miracle.
Gabi apologizes to JJ, but JJ says he gets why she’s relieved that Clyde was shot as it’s a relief that he won’t hurt his family again. Gabi says she’s so sorry that he may never find Abigail’s remains. JJ tells her it’s okay but Gabi feels bad for going on about being happy that Clyde’s in a coma while completely forgetting what JJ is going through. JJ tells her to stop apologizing and admits that he would love to spit on Clyde’s grave, but wishes they got him to talk before someone took him out.
Chad tells Jack and Jennifer that he and JJ wished to be sharing different news with them but Clyde didn’t recover and the doctors are not optimistic. Chad adds that if Clyde doesn’t wake up, they may never know what happened to Abigail.
Gabi can’t imagine how hard this must be for JJ’s family. JJ really thought they were starting to heal, then this happens and makes him realize how far they have left to go to accept that Abigail is gone and get past the grief and anger. Gabi brings up losing her sister being the worst pain imaginable, but at least she can visit her grave. They agree that Abigail didn’t deserve this. JJ calls Abigail the best sister and person he knew. JJ adds that the worst part is having to go home to his parents and tell them that they failed and he couldn’t bring their daughter home to them as Gabi hugs him.
Chad feels he disappointed and failed Jack, Jennifer, and Abigail. Jack and Jennifer encourage that he did everything he could. Jennifer says they have the most wonderful memories of Abigail that will stay with them forever. Jennifer tells Chad of one of her favorite bible verses and says she knows Abigail is with the Lord and her parents, grandparents, Doug, and everyone they have lost. Chad wants to believe that. Jennifer has an idea that might help him believe that.
Cat tells Aaron that even if their mom beats the charges, it’s going to be a long, bumpy road ahead because of her mental state since Clyde messed with her brain for years. Aaron asks if she’s saying Catharina may never be the same again. Cat encourages that they should just celebrate that she’s alive and no longer held by Clyde Weston. Cat asks about their sister Felicity and says she can’t wait to see her. Felicity then joins them in the town square. Cat greets her as Felicity asks if she is really her sister. Cat confirms that she is and says she’s really happy to see her.
Mark questions EJ just wanting him to sign away ten years of his life. Mark argues that he’s the legal guardian of his younger siblings and asks what will happen to them. EJ says he should’ve thought of them before he planned to murder Chad. EJ warns Mark to sign the deal or he will be a very old man before he ever sees his siblings again. Belle then enters and instructs Mark not to sign the deal. EJ questions what Belle is doing. Belle responds that she’s stopping him from railroading her client. EJ questions Mark being Belle’s client and says he thought she was in Hong Kong doing work for DiMera. Belle explains that she came back for Doug’s funeral. EJ argues that Kristen won’t be happy to know Belle is trying to help the man that tried to kill their brother. Belle argues that as a consultant, she doesn’t work for DiMera but for herself. Mark questions what is going on. Belle explains that Tate asked her to take his case because he was worried about what might happen to Aaron and Felicity if Mark goes to prison because of Clyde forcing him to do things. EJ argues that Clyde didn’t force him to do anything and that Mark had free will when he tried to murder Chad. Belle points out that this alleged crime happened in Paris, France and question when Salem has jurisdiction to try international cases.
Felicity points out that Cat doesn’t look like herself. Cat reminds Felicity of the accident and explains that when the doctors fixed her face and promises it’s really her. Cat brings up Felicity saying that she thought she looked familiar and apologizes for pretending to be Abigail. Felicity brings up Cat telling her to never lie. Cat recalls their childhood as they hug.
Jennifer brings Chad the time capsule and says for the past 60 years, Alice filled it with precious mementos from the Horton family. Jennifer thinks her goal was to preserve their legacy of love so future generations could remember all the wonderful people in their family. Jennifer thinks it’s no coincidence that Ciara got it open and that Alice wanted them to open it so they could reuse it for memories of Abigail forever.
JJ tells Gabi that he should get home to his parents. Gabi sends her best and offers to pay him for her half of the hotel room as she doesn’t like to owe anybody. JJ feels he owes her forever. Gabi says that’s not true but jokes that she likes when people feel beholden to her. Gabi guesses this is goodbye if he’s heading back to South Africa soon. JJ reveals he’s thinking about sticking around Salem for awhile for now. Gabi asks about his company. JJ says Claire and Theo can hold it down as he needs to be here for his family after losing Doug and this whole thing with Abigail is going to make it a tough Christmas for the Hortons. Gabi states it will be nice to be around family and friends for the holidays. JJ invites Gabi to get a drink or dinner sometime while he’s here. Gabi says that sounds good. JJ thanks her again for everything. They say goodbye to each other as JJ then exits.
Jack presents Abigail’s first article for the Salem U Newspaper. Jennifer didn’t know he still had it. Jack talks about how proud they and Abigail were and says he kept it in a scrapbook in the attic. Jack then places it in the time capsule. Jennifer pulls out a lock of Abigail’s hair from her first haircut that she’s always carried with her. They joke about Abigail hating haircuts. Jennifer adds the hair to the time capsule. Jack brings up a family drawing that Thomas and Charlotte made of their family which Chad says Abigail would’ve loved. Jack asks what Chad has, so Chad says he’ll be right back and steps out. Jack doesn’t know how Chad is dealing with it. Jennifer responds that Chad is a father and fathers are strong for their kids. Jack decides he will text JJ now to let him know what’s happening. Chad then returns with his wedding band and says he kept it on for the longest time, then when he took it off, he thought Thomas might want it some day but says it feels more appropriate to put it in the time capsule as they hold back tears.
Felicity asks about their mom being alive. Cat confirms that she is but she can’t come see her right now. Aaron points out that doesn’t mean they can’t go to her.
Belle accuses EJ of trying to coerce Mark to sign a deal over an alleged crime that happened overseas and argues that he can’t use his office to settle family scores. Mark swears he never wanted to hurt Chad. Belle advises Mark not to say anything and says she’s got this. Belle asks if EJ wants to talk about how jurisdictions work. EJ responds that he may not be able to prosecute Mark for attempted murder, he does have him dead to rights on tampering with the DNA test at the hospital. Belle remarks that if that was enough, half the people in Salem would be behind bars including Sami. Belle asks if they are done here. EJ says no and says the people would be happy with Mark serving five years and then being sent to France to be prosecuted. Belle suggests time served, community service, and a fine. EJ asks if she’s out of his mind and declares it’s non negotiable that Mark is going to prison. Belle argues that they both know that everything is negotiable. EJ and Belle step out of the interrogation room where EJ comments on Belle’s impressive work as usual and says he’s glad she hasn’t lost her edge. Belle suggests he step up his game next time. EJ hopes Mark knows how lucky he is to have Belle in his corner. Belle says as long as Mark gets to take care of his siblings. EJ warns that Mark better adhere to the deal he signed because if he’s even a minute late to his hearing, he will prosecute him to the fullest extent of the law. Belle tells EJ to save his idle threats as Mark knows what’s at stake. EJ says he better and calls her Mrs. Brady but Belle clarifies that she and Shawn are divorced now. Belle tells EJ that she’ll see him around and exits.
Aaron suggests to Cat that they took a family road trip to go see their mom which Cat and Felicity agree to as they have a group hug as Mark then joins them as well. Aaron asks when Mark out. Mark says about five minutes ago thanks to him. Cat asks if they dropped the charges. Mark reveals that his new lawyer Belle got him an amazing deal where he will only serve 18 months. Aaron complains that she didn’t get all the charges dropped and he will still be in prison for a year and a half. Mark points out that it could’ve been so much worse so he doesn’t want to dwell on that as he’s here now with them until he has to turn himself in. Mark wants to hear all about their mom.
Chad, Jack, and Jennifer visit Abigail’s grave with the time capsule. Jennifer mentions texting Julie, Hope, and Marie and they all agreed this is what Alice would want. They mention JJ needing to be there. JJ then arrives and hugs them. Chad tells JJ that he told them everything. JJ tells Jack and Jennifer that he’s so sorry. Jennifer says he doesn’t need to be sorry. JJ asks why they asked him to bring a memento of Abigail. Jack explains Jennifer’s idea for them to feel that Abigail lives on.
Gabi thinks back to waking up in bed with JJ in their hotel in Vancouver.
Jennifer tells JJ that they all put things that remind them of Abigail in the Horton time capsule and they will put it in her grave. JJ thinks it’s a great idea and reveals an old photo from Halloween that he’s been carrying around since they lost her. JJ talks about Abigail being an amazing sister who would do anything to make him feel safe. JJ thanks Abigail and says he’ll love her forever as he places the picture in the time capsule. Jennifer presents the time capsule to Chad. Chad says they should do it but they insist on Chad doing it, so he takes it. Chad declares he loves Abigail as he places the time capsule in the grave while JJ places flowers next to it.
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