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Well, thanks for calling, Kristen. And that’s really good news. Yeah. OK, I’ll be in touch.
[soft dramatic music]
[sighs] Kristen talked to Rachel, and apparently she is OK with starting therapy ASAP.
That’s great.
It is great. I thought she was going to throw one of her temper tantrums and Kristen would cave, which is usually what happens. But, uh, no, Rachel is willing to do it.
I’m sure that’s a relief for you.
It is. But again, Ava, I’m sorry. I’m sorry what my daughter put you through.
Well, it’s OK. Seriously, I survived.
[chuckles] Anyway. Where were we?
I have an idea.
Mm.
[suspenseful music]
[elevator bell rings]
Hey, Sophia.
Tate, hey. I’m really glad you’re here.
Yeah, I hope I’m not too late.
No, no, not at all. I was a little early.
OK. So why did the doctor move up your appointment? Is everything OK?
Everything’s fine. And, um, she actually didn’t change the appointment.
Oh, OK. But your message said that–
I lied.
Please, don’t go. Not yet.
But you have so much going on right now, Holly. I–I don’t want–
No, it’s OK. This is more important. You came here for the money, and I want you to have it today. That way you can pay off your debts and never have to deal with those criminals again.
Javi, I like your Rochester sweatshirt.
What?
Where’d you get it?
Oh, actually, Kerry gave it to me.
He did?
Yeah, that’s where I’m from.
You’re from Rochester?
Born and raised.
Jumping to conclusions?
Dr. Evans, the conclusion jumped at me. It practically knocked me over. I mean, what else is there to know? Javi is Lady Whistleblower. The proof was staring me right in the face.
No. You don’t have proof. What you have is circumstantial evidence. And it’s all because you saw Javi wearing that Rochester sweatshirt.
Yes, and he has a Rochester bank account. Case closed.
Unbelievable.
[scoffs] Why? What’s so unbelievable about it?
[soft orchestration]
announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
[soft dramatic music]
Mm.
Hmm.
[both chuckle]
That was definitely worth the wait.
Oh, most definitely. Hmm.
[Brady sighs]
Do you want to, um– do you want to hang around a while?
[Ava chuckles] I mean, your manager said that she could handle lunch, so… we’re all alone.
[chuckling] Yeah, OK. So, uh, what do you have in mind, uh, hanging around-wise?
I was thinking. You’ve been listening to me going on and on about my wayward daughter and on and on about my wayward son. So I was going to shake it up and just let you pick whatever the heck you wanted to do, please.
All right, no.
It’s your turn.
That’s very thoughtful of you, Brady, seriously. But you know my being there for you, it’s not an imposition. Not in the least. You know, I care about Sophia and Tate, too.
I know. And I appreciate that. But aside from our mutual investment in the Salem teen scene…
[both chuckle] I really would love to find out what else we share in common.
So your appointment didn’t get moved?
No, it did. But the doctor’s office didn’t ask me to change it. I asked them to.
OK. Why?
Well, my mom planned to come to the appointment, but the idea of having her here was making me palpitate. So I called Dr. Johnson’s office, and they said they could squeeze me in earlier. And I felt really bad springing it on you last minute. So I didn’t tell you the whole truth in my text. And I probably should have. I’m sorry.
Look, it’s OK. It’s not that big of a deal. But, like, isn’t your mom going to find out about this later and flip out on you?
Probably. But I’m hoping I’ll have more energy to deal with her when this part is over.
[soft dramatic music]
Look, I know you’re nervous, but Dr. Johnson’s really, really cool.
Yeah, you told me she’s your great aunt, right?
Yeah, yeah, she is. She’s great. So you are in good hands.
Here’s the money.
Holly, I don’t know how to thank you.
Just get out of whatever situation you’re in. And don’t let it happen again, OK?
[chuckling] Believe me. I don’t plan to.
[Holly chuckles] So what did you end up telling your grandmother?
Oh, I told her it was to pay for my senior trip to DC.
Oh. But don’t you want to go on that trip?
And be around my boyfriend and his pregnant ex 24/7? No, I don’t think I do.
[laughs] Regular school day is kind of bad enough.
Well, you only get one senior trip, so maybe you’ll change your mind by then?
[inhales deeply] I won’t.
Uh, what’s so unbelievable is that I was just talking about Rochester with the woman who does wardrobe on our show. She was there last year for the eclipse. It was in the path of totality, yeah?
Yeah. But it was overcast, and we didn’t really see anything.
[laughs] That is exactly what she said. Stupid clouds.
We were just heading for lunch. So if you’ll excuse us–
You know what? I actually have a better idea. Why don’t we all get lunch together? My treat. I am making the big bucks now.
[sighs] Well, good for you, Leo. Um, but Javi and I were looking forward to having lunch, just the two of us.
Look, Kerry, I get it. I know that you are not thrilled that Javi and I decided to be friends. But the way I figure it, he and I are buddies. The two of you are dating. You and I have to figure out a way to get along, right?
He does make a good point.
Great. So it’s settled. It’s a double date. The four of us can bond, get to know each other better.
[quirky suspenseful music]
Well, I know one thing that we both have in common.
Hmm?
We are both not big fans of “The Nutcracker.”
I hate it.
[Ava laughs] Don’t like it. It’s true.
No, it’s true. And you know what? Maybe, maybe because, um, it’s such a beloved holiday classic, maybe we didn’t give it enough of a chance.
Yeah, mm. I think Rachel did us both a favor when she stole those tickets out of my coat.
[chuckles] Wait.
Shedid that?
Yeah.
Are you sure?
Yeah. No, unfortunately, Kristen and I were told by Rachel that she took the tickets out of my pocket when I went to her choir concert.
[Ava laughs] Get this. Ready for this? She resold them.
Uh, what?
Resold them.
OK, well, all right. You gotta love that entrepreneurial spirit, huh?
I suppose so.
Yeah. So, um, are we holding your precocious young daughter responsible for the internet going out that night when we were trying to watch “A Christmas Story,” too?
I don’t know. She’s–look. My girl’s a firecracker.
Mm.
And she is probably looking at global domination as her next future goal.
Yeah.
I mean, I hope so.
OK. Well, so if we’re not worried about the internet going out by, uh, said daughter, um, I don’t know. Maybe we could try watching the movie, finish it off, if it still streams in January.
Probably does. We could do that. Watch a Christmas movie in January.
[Ava chuckles] Never done that before. Let’s do it.
[Ava chuckles]
[soft dramatic music]
Hi.
Aunt Kayla, hi.
Tate. You must be Sophia. I am Dr. Kayla Johnson.
Nice to meet you.
You too. How are you doing today?
Well, if I’m being honest, I’m kind of nervous.
Well, that’s understandable. But we’re going to take good care of you, OK? So you don’t need to worry. Why don’t you go down to exam room two? The nurse will meet you there, take your vitals, give you a gown to change into, and I’ll be there in a little bit, OK?
OK. Thank you.
Yeah.
[tender music]
Hmm.
Well, I guess you heard about me and Sophia?
Why don’t we sit down?
Uh, your grandmother did fill me in a bit. Does your mom know?
That she’s going to be a grandmother? No, not yet.
[clears throat]
And how’s Holly dealing with it?
She’s really upset, obviously. Especially now that Sophia’s going through with the pregnancy.
Oh. She was considering terminating it?
At first, yeah. Yeah, more than considering it. We–we were all set to leave for an out-of-state clinic. Then her mom found out and refused to give us consent or let us leave the state to do it on our own.
Well, I mean, if neither one of you are ready to be parents, have you thought about adoption?
Sophia and I have discussed it.
Yeah?
Yeah, we’re really open to the idea. But Sophia doesn’t know if her parents will be, and she hasn’t asked them yet.
Wow. I think what you’re doing is admirable, taking responsibility for the pregnancy, standing by Sophia.
Well, thank you. But, uh, yeah, I don’t think Holly sees it that way. I mean, she and Sophia hate each other’s guts. And we flipped her world upside down. I don’t know how much longer she’s going to put up with this. Especially because–
Because what?
[sighs] I–I brought Holly flowers earlier, and we got interrupted by Doug Williams’ grandson. Do you know him at all?
No, no, not really. But I hear he’s a great comfort to Julie.
[scoffs] Oh, yeah. Apparently, he’s been a great comfort to Holly, too.
This is so nice of you, Holly. And I promise you, I will pay you back before that senior trip so you can still go, OK? I mean, who knows what can happen between now and then, right?
[chuckles] Honestly, Doug, all I care about right now is you not getting the crap beaten out of you again. So why don’t you text those guys and tell them you have the cash, OK?
OK. I will.
[phone beeps]
[notification chimes] Oh, wow. That was quick.
They texted back already?
They did. They’re going to meet me at the park in 20.
Great. But you can’t go by yourself.
I have to.
No, you don’t have to. What if they try to double-cross you, or worse?
Well, who else am I going to–
Me. I’m going with you.
No, you’re not.
Thank you.
You know what? I’m going to run to the men’s room real quick, but please go ahead and start without me.
[soft upbeat music]
[phone beeps]
Oh, excuse me. Um, you’ve got to excuse me. I have to, uh, call my assistant. Sorry. I’ll be right back.
[sighs] Damn. Do we really have to do this?
Oh, come on. It’s just one lunch, and we can’t just leave. Leo would be really hurt.
Who cares if he’s hurt? He’s an idiot. He’s just trying to suck up to you.
Would you stop? He’s just being friendly. That’s all.
It’s him. It’s Kerry. That jerk is Lady Whistleblower.
Leo, what?
You heard him. He bought the sweatshirt. He’s from Rochester.
We’ve talked about this. The sweatshirt is not proof.
I know, I know. That’s why I didn’t confront him. That’s why I invited him to lunch. I know I need actual proof. And I know just how to get it.
I’m sorry that took so long. I had to, uh, calm down a patient.
I bet you’re really good at that.
Well, I try.
[sighs] Sorry about that. Abe and Kate called. They’re the executive producers of “Body & Soul.”
Is everything OK?
Oh, better than OK. I had emailed them a story idea, and they called to say they loved it.
Hey, that’s wonderful.
Mm-hmm.
It is. I know how worried you were about having to rewrite your long story after Lady W. Spoiled it.
Yeah, I was. Worried sick, in fact. You all want to hear my pitch?
I thought it was confidential.
Well, yeah. But I know it’s not going to go any further than this table. And, Javi, after the terrible mistake I made accusing you of being Lady Whistleblower, this is a way that I can show I trust you. And you too, Kerry, by extension.
Well, if you’re sure.
Oh, I’m sure. OK, gird your loins. I’m going to have one of my characters… get possessed by the devil.
[soft tense music]
I know I sound jealous, and I have no right to be. It’s just Holly and Doug met at the Hortons’ Christmas gathering. And then they hung out there all alone over New Year’s when I was supposed to be taking Sophia out of state. And apparently, he was her shoulder to cry on when she found out Sophia was pregnant.
I would imagine she needed that shoulder.
Yeah, I get it. I do. And I know it’s selfish of me to be worried about where I stand with Holly when Sophia’s pregnant. I–ugh–oh, God. Aunt Kayla, I messed up so badly here, so badly.
Listen to me. You have got to try not to be so hard on yourself. Like I said before, look, you are taking responsibility for this pregnancy. You are standing by Sophia. That is all you can do right now. And that’s a–that’s a lot. So listen, I am going to go and do the initial exam. And then if it’s OK with Sophia, we’ll call you in to join us, OK?
OK. I guess I’ll just– I’ll hang here.
Yeah. And listen, you and Holly have had some difficult times, and you’ve gotten through them. And you’re going to find your way through this. Aw.
[tender music]
Uh, you don’t get to tell me no, Doug.
Yes, I do. I’m not going to let you get hurt, Holly.
I won’t get hurt.
Oh, no? My god, Holly, you saw what those guys are capable of.
Oh, OK. But they don’t care about me. You’re the only one they beat up last time, and I just don’t want that to happen again.
It won’t. They’re just going to take the money and run.
And how do you know they won’t demand more?
And if they do, what difference will it make if you’re with me or not?
I–I don’t– I don’t know. I’ll scream bloody murder. I–I just won’t let them hurt you again.
Or it will make them want to hurt you to shut you up.
Fine. I won’t go at all if you insist on tagging along.
But you have to go. You’re going to be in even more danger if you stand them up.
Yeah, for sure. So stay here so I can get out of this so you don’t end up in it.
[sighs] OK, fine, for God’s sake.
Thank you.
[sighs] Be careful, please.
I will.
[tense music]
[sighs] We were closer to the end than I thought.
Yeah, it did end pretty quick, huh?
Yeah.
Hmm.
You want to watch it again?
God, no.
I’ll rewind it. We’ll watch it again.
[laughing] No, OK. You know what? I think let’s wait until next Christmas. We’ll be more, uh, in the holiday spirit.
The movie’s done.
Yeah.
What could we possibly do to pass the time?
Oh. Well, I have an idea or two.
[knock at door]
[both groan]
Come on, come on. Excuse me.
Yes.
Kristen, what–
Where is my daughter?
What are you talking about?
Oh, just cut the crap! I know she’s here. Hey, Rach?
Kristen, she’s not here.
[tense music] I thought she was with you.
No, she is not. I have no idea where she is, Brady.
Oh, my god. I mean, if Rachel’s not here, then where is she?
Wait. Back up for a second. What–tell me what’s going on. Why did you think she was here?
Well, I–I went to her room, and she’s gone. And I took away her damn phone and I can’t get in touch with her. I–I can’t track her.
Listen, hold up. But she could be anywhere in that house. It’s huge. Remember the time she was in the basement, and she hid there for three days?
Brady, her backpack is gone, some of her clothes, her stuffed snake.
OK, have you tried calling her friends?
You stay out of this!
Hold on. She just wants to help, OK? And she– we should call her friends. She’s not here. She’s probably at Nora Jane’s or Paisley’s house.
You know what? I don’t want to stand here speculating. We need to find her.
[dramatic music]
Devil possession?
Yep! And I think the ratings are going to go through the roof. It’s a real ripped- from-the-headlines story.
It is?
Oh, I forgot. You guys are not from Salem. See, uh, Dr. Evans here was possessed by the devil. Not once, but twice.
Uh, really?
Oh, you know what? It would be perfect for this to happen to the character of Charlemagne because she looks exactly like you. But wait, she died going down that elevator shaft.
[gasps] Wait, it could happen to one of her grandchildren. No, wait, both. Her twin grandchildren both get possessed by the devil. What do you think?
That’s a creative idea.
Pure camp, right?
Works for me.
Thank you, Kerry. I appreciate the vote of confidence. But remember, this goes no further than this table, OK? So you got to keep it under your hat.
Of course.
[sly jazz music]
[Doug sighs]
[Holly sighs]
Holly, what the– you agreed not to come with me.
I didn’t come with you. I followed you.
Oh, no. No, no, no, no. You need to get out of here right now.
[suspenseful music] Seriously? All right, fine, stay. But at least go hide in the bushes or something, OK? You can scream bloody murder from over there. I don’t want you in the middle of this, Holly.
[sighs] OK, fine, I’ll go.
Oh, no, you won’t. You’re not going anywhere.
[tense music]
[knock at door]
Yeah, come in.
Hi. The nurse said, uh, you were ready for me?
Yes, um– we are, aren’t we? I’m just about to start the ultrasound, but I just want you both to know this is a completely un-invasive, painless procedure, OK?
Yeah.
But Sophia wanted you to be here for it.
Yeah, sure.
OK.
Uh, you’re hanging in there?
Yeah. Yeah, the exam wasn’t too bad.
OK. Hey, Aunt Kayla, do you think– will we be able to see much?
Uh, well, why don’t you both take a look for yourselves?
[ultrasound warbling steadily]
Oh, my gosh. Wow. The internet said the embryo is only the size of a strawberry at this stage of pregnancy.
[tender music] I didn’t think it would look so much like a baby.
Is–is that–
It’s the heartbeat, yeah. strong and regular.
Does everything look OK?
So far, everything looks perfect.
Wow. It’s perfect.
[both sigh]
So the devil was after Ben and Ciara’s baby. Who are they again?
Would it be possible to change the subject?
I’m sorry.
[chuckles] I was just so interested in–
Actually, we should get going. Javi and I were looking forward to spending some quality time together.
Aw.
Not that we didn’t enjoy lunch, Leo. It was very nice of you to include us.
Oh, it was my pleasure. And you take good care of Javi. He deserves it.
We should do this again. My treat next time.
OK.
[sly jazz music]
Did you have to choose devil possession?
I’m sorry. It was the only thing I was able to think of on the spot. But, you know, I didn’t actually pitch any story to Kate and Abe, meaning the four of us are the only ones who know about that conversation.
So if Lady Whistleblower writes anything about devil possession, then–
We will know for a fact she is none other than Kerry Youmins. The water’s been chummed. Let’s see if that great white bitch takes the bait.
Thank you, Mrs. Floy. Listen, if you hear from Rachel or she calls you– yeah, thank you, thank you.
[phones beep]
[sighs] Well?
She’s not at the Floys’ house either. Uh, she said she’ll call us if she hears from Rachel.
Yeah, and I just spoke to Harold, and the servants have scoured the place and she is nowhere to be seen.
OK, uh… it’s time to call the police.
[suspenseful music]
[tender music]
OK, I will print up an ultrasound picture for you to have, Sophia. And the nurse will be in to bring the literature that we talked about, OK? You can get dressed.
Thank you, Dr. Johnson.
Yeah, Aunt Kayla, thank you very much.
[Sophie sighs] Wow. That was crazy, right?
Yeah.
[chuckles] Yeah, it was.
Anyway, if you– if you want to go back to Holly. I’m sorry I interrupted you guys earlier.
No, it’s OK. I’m here now. Besides, she has company anyways.
You stay away from her.
[tense music]
It’s all there. And just so you know, beating up a guy because he owes you money, it doesn’t just make you cruel, it makes you pathetic. Now get the hell out of our sight.
[goon chuckles softly]
Your girlfriend’s got quite a mouth on her.
She’s not my girlfriend.
Whatever you say.
OK. Well, we’re all squared up now. I don’t want to hear from you again.
That’s up to you.
This is exactly why I didn’t want you to come here. Why–what were you thinking mouthing off to him like that?
It’s not like he did anything, did he?
No, but he could have, Holly. My god, you cannot put yourself at risk like this. Especially not just for me, please.
OK, OK, would you just calm down? That loser took the money, paid off your debts. It’s over. There’s nothing else to worry about, Doug.
I sure as hell hope you’re right.
Look, I know that you didn’t enjoy the lunch, but Dr. Evans seemed really nice, right?
I mean,
she’sOK. It’s Leo that annoys the hell out of me.
Really? I would have never guessed.
[chuckles] But seriously, I really appreciate you making an effort. It means a lot.
Well, you are worth it.
Do you mean that?
I’ll prove it.
[soft dramatic music]
Uh–
Hey, look, I know you wanted to take things slow, but this is a little too slow for me. You know, I’m starting to think you’re not attracted to me.
What–what are you talking about? I’m totally attracted to you.
Then what’s the problem?
There is no problem. Why don’t we… take this up to the bedroom?
Really?
Really.
[Kerry chuckles]
Great. Um, I’ll be there in a minute. I just need to call work and tell them I’m taking the rest of the day off.
Sounds good.
All right, well…
[both smooch] You go get naked.
[suspenseful music]
[Kerry chuckles softly]
[sputters] Damn. Nothing new yet.
Well, this may take some time, hmm? I mean, aren’t there various steps that the writer has to go through before things get published?
No, no. “The Spectator” puts Lady W. On blast as soon as it hits their inbox.
Oh.
Ah! There it is. There’s a new column.
What does it say?
OK. “Lady Whistleblower here with some “piping hot
B&Sdish for you. “Leo Stark should be careful what “he puts in an email to his bosses “because you never know who might be able to hack in. “Get this: Stark is writing a devil possession story, ho-hum.”
[Marlena gasps] Ho-hum?
[gasps] Keep reading.
“Let’s face it, readers. “The guy doesn’t have an original idea in his head. “I mean, who doesn’t know that happened to his pal, “Dr. Marlena Evans, IRL. “And his so-called story is obviously “going to pale in comparison to the real deal. Gotcha, Leo.”
[Leo sighs] No, no, no, no, Lady Blowhard. I got you.
[soft dramatic music]
[shudders] Come on, Javi. Forget about Leo. You are just friends. You’re with Kerry now.
[takes deep breath]
I cleared my schedule.
Perfect.
[Kerry chuckles]
[both chuckle softly]
[phone beeps]
OK, so the police are going– they’re going to open a missing persons case. They want us to go back to the mansion so we can fill out some paperwork and review the details.
Why? Why? They know Rachel’s not even there. They need to be scouring the streets, Brady.
They want to watch the security footage and they need to get something with Rachel’s scent for the search dogs.
Oh, great, more time wasted not finding our daughter.
OK, look, what can I do to help?
You stay the hell out of this right now! This wouldn’t even be happening if you stayed away from Brady. My daughter’s disdain for you and your involvement in her father’s life is what drove her to run away in the first place. And, what, here you are, here you are pushing your way in. It is very clear, Ms. Vitali, that you’ve done enough.
Hey, hey, hey, hey! Wait a minute. What is going on in here?
[sighs] Rachel’s missing.
[tense somber music]
Don’t tell my mom I’m having a soda, OK? She’ll be furious I didn’t order, like, celery juice or whatever.
I will not say a word.
Anyway, I needed the sugar, right?
Yeah, definitely. You already look a lot less pale. How many vials of blood did they take?
Like, four.
Wow.
Yeah.
[chuckles] God, I hate needles. But…
[tender music] Keeping you healthy is worth it, though. You know, it’s really strange. This baby is the biggest problem in my life, but if Dr. Johnson had told us that there was something wrong today, I– I would have been devastated.
Yeah. Me too. Wow. I can’t believe it’s moving already.
[Sophie chuckles] Can you feel it?
No, no, no, not yet. But I’ll let you when I do. If you want to feel it, too, I mean.
[Tate laughs]
Hey.
Hey, Holly. Hi.
How was the appointment?
Uh, it was good. It’s fine.
What’s that?
Um, it’s just our sonogram pic.
Oh. Can I see it?
You don’t– Holly, you don’t need to– it’s not–
No, I–I really do.
Wow. That’s definitely a baby. Your baby.
Mr. Stark, it’s Doug Williams. I just wanted to let you know I paid off all my debts. A friend gave me a loan. And I’m determined to get a job and pay it back completely. I need to do right by the people here in Salem that have been so good to me. So if you could call me back, uh, I was wondering if there’s any way you could help me again. And I want to do whatever it takes to get that necklace back to Julie.
[suspenseful music]
[sighs] This was definitely worth waiting for.
[Javi chuckles]
[door opens]
[tense music]
Leo, what the hell are you doing here?
I have come to expose Lady Whistleblower once and for all!
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