Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Leo sits at the bar, working on his scripts for Body and Soul until Javi shows up to join him.
Holly goes to see Doug III at the Horton House. He mentions looking for a job so he can start paying her back and asks if she’s okay. Holly says not really, so Doug III guesses it’s about the girl that Tate got pregnant.
Tate joins Sophia at the Brady Pub as they talk about the search for Rachel. Tate mentions waiting for Brady to call if there’s any news but he hasn’t heard anything.
Brady goes back to his phone and listens to Ava’s voicemail but it was distorted and cuts out. Brady wonders what Ava was trying to tell him.
Ava goes to the house that Rachel gave her the address to and finds Rachel’s stuffed animal snake. The Woman in White helps Rachel knock out Ava from behind and remarks that it was even easier than she thought and that it looks like Ava won’t be coming between Rachel’s parents anymore.
Leo and Javi talk about when they first met at the bar. They recall the drinks they each had and how things got crazy between them for awhile. Javi declares that all that matters is that they found their way back to each other.
Brady tries calling Ava back but she doesn’t answer.
The Woman in White picks up Ava’s phone and tells Rachel that Brady is calling, so Rachel asks what to do. She responds that they just won’t answer it.
Brady leaves a message for Ava, saying there must have been a bad connection because he couldn’t hear the rest and asks if it’s about Rachel.
Holly explains to Doug III that she was with Tate, trying to help find his missing sister who ran away. Doug III says he’s sorry as that’s terrible but he’s surprised she isn’t still with Tate. Holly adds that they were trying to get the word out on social media but then Sophia showed up unannounced and dropped the huge bombshell that her mom won’t let her give the baby up for adoption, so she guesses that means Sophia and Tate have to raise the baby together and that’s why she’s not still with Tate now.
Tate suggests to Sophia that they split up and says he’ll stay at the Pub while she goes home but Sophia thinks they’ll get more done together. Sophia adds that they need to talk about what happened because she’s been thinking about the whole adoption thing. Sophia says her mother will never agree to it, but asks what if they do it anyway.
Leo talks to Javi about writing a wedding scene for Body and Soul while Javi complains that he’s planning an actual wedding since Rafe and Jada are to get married in 16 days. They talk about Rafe not having a best man and realizing that Javi has to plan the bachelor party too. Javi talks about how he’s never been to a bachelor party. Leo suggests reserving the bar or the Brady Pub and says it will just be a bunch of guys sitting around drinking so they won’t care where they are as long as there’s a stripper. Javi questions where to get a stripper. Leo says that’s where he comes in. Leo goes to his phone but sees that Doug III left him a message that he missed. Leo listens to the voicemail from Doug III, saying he paid his debts thanks to a friend’s loan and says he wants to pay back the people of Salem who have been so good to him and asking for Leo’s help again because he wants to get the diamond necklace back to Julie.
Doug III encourages Holly that maybe things aren’t as bad as she thinks and it’s not guaranteed that Sophia and Tate are going to raise the baby together. Holly still feels they will be tied to each other for the next 18 years. Doug III thinks she might be getting ahead of herself. Holly says when she first found out that Sophia was pregnant, she tried to be understanding and hopeful since they didn’t mean for it to happen and were going to get an abortion but when Sophia’s mom found out, now she’s actually having the baby and her mom didn’t approve of adoption either so it’s like it will never be over. Holly worries that next, Tate will tell her he has to marry Sophia after all.
Tate questions Sophia as to how they will give the baby up for adoption without her mother’s approval. Sophia points out that she will be 18 by the time the baby is born, so they could just go make the arrangements without her mother knowing. Tate doesn’t think that’s a good plan. Sophia argues that only they would know about it. Tate points out that her parents will find out, reminding her that her mom freaked out about Sophia going to her doctor’s appointment without her. Tate asks what will happen if she goes to the hospital while 9 months pregnant and doesn’t come home with a baby.
Brady goes to the DiMera Mansion and tells Kristen that JJ told him there’s no news to report on Rachel. Brady asks if she got any rest. Kristen says she’s still too worked up and mentions talking with EJ. Brady asks if she’s a glutton for punishment. Kristen tells him that EJ was actually great and that they have their moments sometimes which surprises Brady. Kristen explains that EJ wanted to let her know that he’s doing everything he can to find Rachel and that they are still family even if not related by blood.
Rachel asks The Woman in White if Ava is dead. She checks her pulse and confirms that Ava is very much alive. She declares that now Ava is out of the way, so there’s nothing to stop Rachel’s parents from getting together again.
Sophia insists to Tate that it could work if they don’t tell her parents about the adoption until after the baby is born and there’s nothing they can do about it but yell, pointing out that they can’t interfere with the adoption since she will be over 18. Tate worries that her parents will be extremely upset and angry. Sophia says she’s used to that. Tate asks what if her parents decide not to pay for her college. Sophia suggests getting a loan or a scholarship. Tate feels it’s a disaster waiting to happen. Sophia insists she can handle it and that her parents can disown her for all she cares. Tate brings up that Sophia said her mom doesn’t want the baby raised by strangers and asks what if they weren’t strangers and they found a perfect couple who wanted to adopt and they got to know them. Tate adds that Sophia’s mom could end up liking and trusting the couple. Sophia can’t imagine her mom liking anyone who isn’t religious, so Tate says they will make sure they are religious. Tate brings up how his uncle Eric used to be a priest so maybe he can put them in touch with some couples, feeling Sophia’s mom could change her mind if she knows the baby will be raised in a good Christian home.
Javi asks Leo what necklace Doug III is talking about. Leo admits he probably shouldn’t have played that message out loud while Javi says it’s too late, so he has to spill. Leo explains that he was doing Doug III a favor, but technically it might have been illegal, so the less he knows the better, especially since he’s planning a wedding for the police commissioner. Javi worries about if he’s going to be visiting him in jail. Leo tells him to just focus on planning an unforgettable bachelor party and says the more alcohol, the better. Javi calls out to Leo not to forget about the stripper as Leo exits the bar.
Holly tells Doug III that she’s sorry for dumping her trauma on him again. He understands she’s dealing with a lot and it’s not fair to her. Doug III encourages her as they get close.
Kristen explains to Brady that she and EJ were talking about her biological family and he was curious about her upbringing. Kristen mentions that she went to show EJ her scrapbook but the book isn’t on the shelf anymore. Kristen says she didn’t do it and Harold didn’t, so she wants to know who took the book off the shelf. Brady suggests it could’ve been Rachel and it could be a clue to where she might be. Kristen agrees that it’s a shot and decide they should go check in her hometown.
Rachel asks The Woman in the White if she thinks her parents will get back together now. She says the path is now cleared. Rachel asks what will happen when Ava wakes up because she doesn’t want things to go back how they were. She tells Rachel that they will have to come up with a plan to make sure Ava doesn’t prevent her from getting her family back together.
Doug III and Holly are interrupted by the doorbell ringing. He goes to answer the door and Leo comes in, saying he just got his message about the necklace. Leo then sees Holly and tries to cover but Doug III says it’s okay as Holly knows everything. Leo questions if anyone else is in on it. Doug III assures that Julie isn’t home. Leo talks about getting the necklace back but insists it will cost even more to get it back. Doug III doesn’t know what he was thinking since he doesn’t have a dime to his name. Leo asks how he did come up with the money. Doug III says it was all thanks to Holly, so he definitely wants to pay her back first but Holly tells him not to worry about that. Doug III insists she will come first when he starts making money, so he needs to find a job. Leo then invites Doug III to come work for him.
Sophia tells Tate that her mother never changes her mind and seems hellbent on keeping the baby in their family. Sophia acknowledges the potential of her mother getting to know the couple. Tate excitedly says this could be the answer for all of them while Sophia could go off to college. Sophia admits that her mom could agree to it, so it might work. She asks how he even came up with this idea and calls it kind of brilliant. Tate says that’s only if it works. Sophia says she’s actually hopeful for the first time since her mother found out about the baby, so now all they have to do is find the perfect couple.
Brady and Kristen go to Kristen’s childhood home, looking for Rachel. Kristen comments that it looks like no one has been there for ages. Brady and Kristen then uncover Rachel under a sheet and rejoice. Rachel asks what they are doing there. They say they were looking for her. Rachel questions them doing it together. Brady and Kristen see that she did take Kristen’s scrapbook. Rachel asks how else she would find the place. Brady and Kristen worry about Rachel being alone and how anything could have happened to her, but Rachel responds that she wasn’t alone, leaving them confused. Ava’s unconscious body is covered under a sheet nearby in the room.
Sophia tells Tate that she should get home but it’s good that they talked. Sophia tells Tate to text her if there’s any news on Rachel which he agrees to do. Tate assures her that everything will be okay and they will figure out whatever they do together. Tate hugs her as Sophia repeats that she couldn’t get through this without him.
Leo tells Doug III that he could use an assistant. Doug III argues that he doesn’t know anything about writing or soap operas. Leo admits it is complicated but all he needs to know is that they tell love stories which Holly claims he does know about. Leo tells Doug III that he could use the help since he’s drowning in scripts. Doug III agrees it sounds amazing and thanks him. He adds that it might take time, but he can finally start paying Holly back. Leo points out how Holly stood up for him and suggests he could give Doug III an advance.
Brady questions Rachel saying she wasn’t alone. Rachel claims she just meant her stuffed animal snake. Kristen tells Rachel that she’s in serious trouble and they will talk about it at home as she orders Rachel to pack. Kristen tells Brady that she can’t believe this as they then take Rachel and exit the house. Rachel then says she forgot something and goes back inside where The Woman in White comes out from hiding. Rachel tells her that her parents found her. She tells Rachel that the plan can still work and gives her Ava’s phone while saying she will take care of Ava.
Leo returns to Javi at the bar and tells him that it’s all arranged with the stripper. Javi asks about his necklace situation. Leo thinks it’s all working out and everything is coming up roses. Javi asks if he was able to help the kid out. Leo says he did what he could. Javi says he’s lucky to have Leo looking out for him. Leo says maybe but feels he’s not Doug III’s only guardian angel…
Holly congratulates Doug III on getting a job and says it was super nice of Leo considering he hardly knows him. Doug III remarks that he’s not the only new person in his life that’s been nice to him. Holly then gets a call from Tate, announcing that Brady just called to tell him that they found Rachel. Holly says that’s amazing. Tate tells Holly that he’s sorry about before and asks if they can talk. Holly says she’s not busy and will be right there as she hangs up.
Brady and Kristen bring Rachel home. Kristen informs Rachel that she will be getting three weeks without cable or wi-fi, but says she will have Cook make her a meal and goes to the kitchen. Rachel invites Brady to stay which he accepts. Brady tells Rachel that her little stunt is not going to put he and Kristen back together. Brady knows she thinks that will happen but she has to understand that Ava is a big part of his life now and there’s nothing she can do to change that…
The Woman in White ties Ava up and pushes her in a chair.
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