Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Tate sits at home, looking at photos of he and Holly on his phone. Brady comes home and tells Tate that he was thinking about getting chicken wings for the game. Tate responds that he’s not really hungry at the moment. Brady asks if he talked to Holly. Tate says he hasn’t figured out how to tell her, so she has no idea that Sophia is keeping the baby.
Holly sits at home at the Kiriakis Mansion when she gets a call from Doug III. Holly wishes him a happy new year and asks how 2025 is treating him. Doug III says he has no complaints. Holly says she had fun last night too. Doug III says he’s glad and was just calling to thank her for hanging out with him. Holly feels that she should be thanking him because if he hadn’t of invited her, she would’ve spent New Year’s alone and been thinking about Sophia and Tate driving God knows where to get an abortion.
Tate tells Brady that every time he thinks about telling Holly that Sophia is keeping the baby and he’s going to be a father, he freezes. Tate says that his life has changed completely because of one night and one mistake. Brady knows he’s overwhelmed and agrees that his life is going to change no matter the circumstance. Brady says he can tell him about the wonderful aspects of being a father and the blessing of having a child. Brady knows Tate doesn’t want to hear that and he’s not with Sophia as a couple, but he has faith in him and encourages that his heart is always in the right place. Brady knows telling Holly will be rough and advises him to let her know that he still cares about her. Tate agrees to do that, but says he keeps thinking about if Sophia’s mother didn’t find out about the pregnancy, all of this would have been over. Brady tells him there’s no point in going there now. Tate knows it’s unfair but feels he can’t help but blame Ava, because she told Mrs. Choi that he and Sophia were involved that made her freak out and confront Sophia. Tate questions why Ava had to make a bad situation worse.
Ava goes to the DiMera Mansion to confront Kristen, who asks what the hell she wants. Ava responds that she just wants a confession. Kristen asks if it’s about the silly text messages that Brady has been harping on about. Ava says not to sell herself short and shows her the latest text, telling her to stay away from Brady. Ava informs Kristen that the text was sent from the DiMera Mansion. Kristen questions how she would even know that. Ava reveals that she hired Steve, who used an app that can track cell phone locations and it came through with flying colors, which means Kristen was sending the texts. Ava tells Kristen to save them the time and just admit it.
Brady tells Tate that none of this is Ava’s fault. Tate argues that Ava blabbed to Sophia’s mom and now his life is ruined. Brady calls it a misunderstanding. Tate questions why Ava was talking to her in the first place when it’s none of her business. Brady insists that Ava is not the reason he’s in this position. Tate argues that he knows and complains that they used protection so he doesn’t know what else they could’ve done. Brady points out that they could have not had sex. Tate argues that it’s so easy for Brady to say while Brady says there’s nothing easy about this. Brady doesn’t want to pretend that he’s not worried. Tate complains that none of this is helping. Tate tells Brady he can finish his lecture later and declares that Holly needs to hear the news from him, so he storms out.
Doug III asks Holly how her New Year’s Day is going. Holly says she’s just been nervously waiting to hear from Tate. Holly assumes the abortion should be done now and complains about her Christmas break being spent finding out that her boyfriend got another girl pregnant. Doug III encourages that when Tate gets home it will all be over so they can start putting it behind them and moving on with their lives. Doug III tells Holly that she’s a good person that deserves to be happy. She says he’s a good person too and thanks him for being so nice to her. Doug III tells her that he’s around if she needs someone to talk to. Holly thanks him again and hangs up. Holly declares that he’s right that there’s no reason she and Tate can’t put this behind them. Sophia then shows up, surprising Holly, who asks what she is doing there. Sophia says she came to apologize for everything as she just wants her to know that she never wanted this to happen since she and Tate were careful and used protection. Sophia insists that she didn’t set out to make trouble for them. Holly thanks her but says she didn’t have to come and that she’s probably tired after everything she’s been through. Sophia says it’s been a rough couple of days but felt she had to do this in person. Holly asks if she should be here and if she doesn’t need to sit down. Sophia talks about it taking a couple months and the upcoming nausea which Holly questions. Sophia then remarks on how she’s going to get as big as a house.
Tate answers the door to see Sophia’s mother Amy, who informs him that she got a voicemail from Brady, saying they should talk. Tate questions this being an ambush. Brady explains that he just wanted to connect and says he didn’t know if she got her message. Amy thought it was best to speak in person. Tate says he’ll let them talk but Amy thinks he should stay for this discussion which Brady agrees with as they sit down. Amy brings up Tate’s mother no longer being in the picture which Brady confirms, so she acknowledges him being responsible for Tate. Brady asks where to begin. Amy thinks the first priority is planning Tate and Sophia’s wedding which surprises them.
Doug III calls Leo and says he’s supposed to pay off his debts today after they send him a meeting place, but notes that he’s still a little short since the money for the diamond necklace wasn’t enough, so he’s just hoping they accept it.
Rachel listens in from behind the door as Kristen and Ava argue. Ava insists the text came from the DiMera Mansion and asks who sent the text if not for Kristen, bringing up EJ, Johnny, Chanel, or the staff. Kristen says they are all solid possibilities. Ava questions why someone like Chanel would send her threatening texts when she barely knows her. Kristen brings up Ava’s history with Johnny. Ava states they are friends. Kristen suggests maybe he tried to get revenge because she rejected him or maybe Chanel wanted to eliminate the competition and she doesn’t have to tell her what EJ is capable of since he hates her for driving his mother off a cliff. Kristen tells Ava that she is not too popular with most of the people who live in the house and they have many reasons to despise her. Ava argues that Kristen is the only one who has a problem with her being with Brady and urges her to just admit what she’s done. Ava declares that she’s done with the harassment and with Kristen not being able to accept that Brady doesn’t want to be with her anymore. Rachel then bursts in and yells at Ava to leave her mother alone.
Doug III ends his call as Julie comes in and wishes him a happy new year. Julie talks about missing the entire day and having no idea it was this late as she didn’t get much sleep the night before. Julie encourages that Doug would always say the new year is a fresh start and talks about how they would always plan all the things they were going to do together in the year. Julie complains that she should’ve gotten up earlier and accomplished something for the day, but instead she just laid in bed, looking at the space where Doug used to sleep. Julie talks about being blessed and lucky to be loved by an extraordinary man, who will always be in her heart. Doug III hugs Julie as she cries.
Holly questions Sophia saying she’s going to get as big as a house since she’s confused as she thought Sophia was having the abortion. Sophia questions Tate not telling her. Holly asks if something happened at the appointment. Sophia reveals that they never went because her mother found out she was pregnant and now she’s insisting that she have Tate’s baby.
Brady questions Amy wanting Tate and Sophia to get married. Amy argues that a child born in a teenage pregnancy is already at a huge disadvantage, so she doesn’t want them to be born out of wedlock as well. Tate argues that he’s not getting married. Amy points out they are minors. Tate says that doesn’t mean they don’t know what they want. Amy declares that what they want and what is right are two different things and remarks that doing what they want got them in to this in the first place. Amy believes they need to start making decisions to protect their children and grandchild. Brady thinks they are both trying to make the best out of a bad situation, but he agrees with Tate in this moment as they are just kids. Brady admits they used poor judgment, but they have their whole lives ahead of them and he doesn’t think getting married when they aren’t even a couple is the answer. Amy responds that abortion is not the answer so she questions what they are going to do about this.
Rachel complains that Ava is being mean to her mom and it’s wrong. Kristen says they were just having a conversation while Rachel argues that Ava was bullying her. Kristen says she can handle this and tells Rachel to go to her room. Rachel tells Ava that she needs to go as she doesn’t belong here. Ava says they were having a conversation. Kristen tells Ava that she’s upsetting her daughter so she can leave. Rachel threatens to call security. Ava agrees to go, but warns that if the harassment doesn’t stop, she’s calling the police. Ava then exits the mansion. Kristen then asks Rachel if she is the one who sent Ava the texts. Rachel claims not to know what she’s talking about. Kristen demands the truth so Rachel admits maybe she sent a text or two, but says she had a good reason because if Ava got out of the way, Kristen and Brady could be together. Rachel says she was just trying to scare Ava off and that she did it for Kristen, but she never thought Ava would blame Kristen. Kristen explains that she did and she traced the messages to their house, so she has to figure out a way out of this mess.
Brady questions Amy thinking Sophia is ready to have a baby, arguing that it will completely upend their lives right before they go to college. Amy argues that she will not throw away her beliefs out of convenience. Amy remarks that Sophia was reckless and naïve as she trusted Tate who was irresponsible which was a foolish decision. Brady doesn’t think that means it has to change everything. Amy says if Brady knew her, he would understand that unlike most people, she believes every life is sacred including the one Sophia is carrying which means she has to make the best decision for them and hopes he will too. Brady calls it Sophia’s decision while Amy calls it their family’s decision, so she expects them to be supportive. Brady states that if Sophia is having the baby, he and Tate will do whatever they need to do to meet the needs of Tate’s responsibilities. Amy calls that the very least they could do and says she will be in touch as she then exits. Tate thanks Brady for having his back. Brady says he was trying to tell him before that he always will and that they will get through it together, but they have a lot to talk about. Tate says they will, but he needs to get to Holly now.
Holly questions Sophia about her and Tate having the baby. Sophia says it wasn’t what they wanted but they don’t have a choice because of her mom. Sophia apologizes for blurting it out but she was sure Tate had told her. Holly questions how this happened when they were going out of state. Sophia explains that her mom found out before they could and she’s super strict and pro-life, so she not only expects them to have the baby but also for her and Tate to get married which Holly can’t believe. Sophia says her mom wants them to get married soon before people can tell she’s pregnant. Holly questions Tate marrying her. Sophia points out that Tate said he wouldn’t, but her mom has a way of getting what she wants.
Julie apologizes to Doug III for leaning on him. He tells her not to worry about it as they are family and he can’t imagine what she’s been going through. He calls her incredibly strong for welcoming him in to her home and taking care of her whole family, so he’s just glad he could be there for her. Doug III then gets a text from an unknown number to meet in the park in 20 minutes. Julie asks if everything is okay. He claims that it was just Holly texting about hanging out but says he doesn’t have to go. Julie assures that he doesn’t have to take care of her and he can go ahead. He says he’ll be back soon and tells her to take care as he then exits.
Ava goes to see Brady and they wish each other a happy new year. Ava hopes it’s not a bad time. Brady says it’s a bad time for everyone in his family but he’s glad to see her. Ava asks what happened. Brady explains that he just met Amy Choi and she was full of dirty looks and judgment. Ava knows that wasn’t fun. Brady reveals that she wants Tate and Sophia to get married. Brady says he shut it down for now but thinks it’s the first of many uncomfortable conversations. Ava apologizes as she feels responsible for all of this. Brady says it’s not her fault but Ava says she is the reason that Amy found out and Sophia couldn’t get an abortion. Brady repeats that it’s not her fault and suggests changing the conversation. Ava is not sure the conversation she came to have is going to be much better, so Brady asks what’s going on. Ava explains that she went to see Kristen about the texts as she got another one. Brady complains that he wanted to handle that. Ava understands he’s been distracted and she just wanted to keep him in the loop. Brady asks what Kristen said. Ava says that Kristen denied it and when she informed her that the texts were coming from the DiMera Mansion, Kristen threw everyone else in the house under the bus and then Rachel threw her out. Brady feels that Kristen is putting their daughter in the middle of this. Brady declares that he’s going to handle this once and for all.
Kristen tells Rachel no more texting. Rachel complains that Kristen hates Ava too. Kristen says that’s not her concern and that she can’t go around threatening. Rachel points out that Kristen and EJ do it and Stefano did too. Kristen acknowledges their family have a rich tradition of fighting for what they want and never taking no for an answer, but that makes a lot of enemies and you end up alone. Kristen wants better for Rachel and says to do as she says, not as she’s done. Rachel argues that she knows Kristen wants to be with Brady. Kristen says it’s not their decision and it’s taken her a long time to accept Brady’s choices. Kristen points out that Rachel lied and caused a lot of trouble, so there will be consequences. Rachel questions her punishing her. Kristen demands Rachel hand over her phone and declares that she will have Harold change the wi-fi password so that Rachel can’t access any device. Rachel complains that this isn’t right while Kristen says that threatening her father’s friend isn’t right either. Kristen then sends Rachel to her room. Kristen looks to the portrait of Stefano and asks if he’s happy.
Holly goes to her phone and goes to Tate’s number, but instead calls Doug III. Doug III is in the park when he gets Holly’s call. Holly asks if now is a good time to talk. Doug III says he’s at the park but Tate arrives at the Kiriakis Mansion so Holly says she’ll talk to him later and hangs up. Tate apologizes to Holly for not calling and says he really needs to talk to her. Holly reveals that she already knows that they didn’t get the abortion because Sophia’s mom found out and now expects them to get married. Holly informs him that Sophia was just there. Tate says that he really wanted to be the one to tell her. Holly points out that he wasn’t and she felt like an idiot when Sophia just blurted it out. Holly questions why Tate didn’t just tell her as soon as it happened. Tate says he was trying to find the right way and hoped things would change. Tate insists they are not getting married. Holly complains that Tate said this would all be over. Tate says it will be in 9 months. Holly argues that they will have a baby so it will never be over. Tate asks if they can just sit down, but Holly declares that she can’t deal with this and storms out.
Two men meet Doug III in the park and ask if he has the money. He hands over the money and explains that it wasn’t easy for him to get. They question where the rest of the money is. Doug III swears he will get the rest and asks for more time, but they say he had plenty of time and time is up.
Julie sits at home and reads a text from Maggie that she’s sending love and thinking of her. Julie also reads a text from Marie asking how she’s doing. Julie reads a text from Jennifer that says she’s just checking in, but she deletes it.
Brady goes to the DiMera Mansion and tells Kristen that he doesn’t have time for these petty, immature games she’s playing as Ava said she got another text. Kristen asks if Ava sent him. Brady says she didn’t and calls this childish and stupid. Brady says he’s really busy with Tate so he doesn’t have time for this. Brady threatens to slap a harassment claim on her if she doesn’t stop bugging Ava. Kristen says that isn’t necessary. Brady argues that he found out the texts came from this house. Kristen tells him that it wasn’t her and reveals that it was Rachel sending the text messages which shocks Brady.
Tate walks through the town square and comes across Sophia sitting at a table. Sophia says she’s just drowning her sorrows in hot chocolate. Sophia tells Tate that she went to see Holly. Tate says he just saw her too. Sophia apologizes for saying anything as she figured she already knew. Tate says it’s on him as he was just too afraid to tell her. Sophia asks what Holly said. Tate says she just got really upset and took off.
Holly goes to the park where she sees the two men run off after beating up Doug III. Holly then rushes over to check on him.
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