Days of Our Lives Transcript
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[suspenseful jazzy music]
[mumbles] I can’t– I believe they wouldn’t let me back on set. Like I was really going to make off with Kassanndra’s duvet cover. I have standards. When you get pink slipped, you stick to office supplies. [stolen supplies clatter]
[knock at door] [gasps] The cops.
It was not an admission of guilt. Those are all from the gift shop downstairs.
The gift shop? Did you buy me something?
Uh, sure. How do you feel about a high-end stapler? Boy, am I glad to see you.
[sighs] Well, I know you had a rough day, so I just wanted to stop by and give you a kiss.
Well, I’m not going to say no to that. [tender music]
Happy Valentine’s Day.
Happy Valentine’s Day to you.
[Steve sighs]
[chuckles] Happy Valentine’s Day, sweetness. And happy anniversary.
I cannot believe that you let me think that you forgot.
I wanted to surprise you, baby.
Surprise me?
Yeah.
This is more like a trick.
Oh, OK. Yeah. And I know you were mad. But you did say you forgive me.
Mm, mm, mm. No, no, no, no, no. I said I guess I could forgive you. [Steve scoffs] which means that I am still miffed. And I’m not really, really quite there yet.
OK. I get it.
Mm-hmm. So I think that you have to figure out how you’re going to make it up to me.
[sighs] Right.
Mm-hmm. And how are you going to do that? [suspenseful jazzy music]
I’m not telling.
Oh. [Steve chuckles] Another surprise, huh?
[chuckling] Yes.
You always just love keeping me in suspense. Don’t you?
I do. [Kayla inhales deeply]
I wouldn’t want you to change anything.
[sighs] Don’t make that face. [sighs] [tense cymbal roll] [suspenseful music]
Holly?
Doug? Uh– [Holly gasps]
Mrs. Choi is finally on board with us putting the baby up for adoption. So all we have to do is find the right couple. [soft tender music]
Maybe you just did.
Wait. I’m sorry. What are you talking about?
We’re talking about us. What if Johnny and I adopted your baby?
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
[tender music]
Are you–are you serious?
Well, we’ve been talking about having a baby. We actually just came from an appointment with Aunt Kayla.
Yeah, and she said that it’s pretty risky for me to get pregnant right now for both me and the baby.
So sorry.
Yeah. Thanks. It was kind of a blow. But Johnny and I were just sitting here talking about how we both really want to be parents.
And discussing our options.
And then you showed up and you’re looking for someone to adopt your baby.
And it kind of just feels like it’s meant to be, you know?
Doug, what are you doing here?
Julie asked me to run an errand for her. I-I didn’t expect you to be here. [Holly sighs] But you obviously weren’t expecting me either.
Yeah, well, it’s Valentine’s Day. Tate was going to make me dinner. He was supposed to be here, like, an hour ago.
Ah. Well, it looks like you have quite the night planned.
[scoffs] This? No, I–I was just trying it on. I–
Oh, no, no. I didn’t mean–
I was going to take it off before he even got here, so–
I just– I just meant that, uh… you look nice. [soft dramatic music]
Well, this was very, very sweet.
Well, I figured that you need a palate cleanser from your crummy day before we head out. [Leo gasps]
I forgot to make dinner reservations for tonight. With, you know, with all the work drama.
Hey, that is totally OK. You just lost your dream job. You get a lot of leeway right now.
Oh, yeah?
Mm-hmm.
How much leeway?
One month anger, one month self-pity. But then by Memorial Day weekend, I’m going to need you back because we have that trip to Provincetown, remember?
Yeah, all right. It’s a deal. I did plan ahead and I got you something, though.
[snaps fingers] Oh, no, no, no, no, no. You first. [Leo chuckles] It is just a little something that we sell at Gabi Chic.
All right. Let’s see.
“If you don’t have anything nice to say, come sit by me.”
I saw it and I thought of you.
It’s right on the money. And it’s so thoughtful. Thank you.
Well, it goes both ways. Whatever you’re feeling, you come sit by me and share it.
You’re not going to go running for the hills?
I am not going anywhere. [tender music] [soft dramatic music]
There. What do you think?
It’s perfect. If I do say so myself.
[chuckles] Well, I hope I was half as successful with your little gifty.
From Saxton’s?
Mm-hmm.
Leo, this is gorgeous.
Well, I have exquisite taste.
Well, thank you. But this must have cost a fortune.
[sighs] I was making head writer money at the time.
Well, let’s return it.
For store credit? No. No. I wanted to do something nice for you while I could.
I’m sorry. I can’t believe that the network didn’t bring you along when they picked the show up.
Yeah. It’s their loss, though. I am choosing to view this as a positive for me. My future is wide open. Even if dinner reservations are not.
Hey, that is totally OK. I wouldn’t mind just ordering room service and turning on the TV and seeing who wins.
Oh, yes, yes. The “Drag Race” semi-finals, of course. You know, I know it’s a holiday and all, but I was worried about not watching them live.
“Drag Race”? No, no. [laughing] I’m talking about the big game. [suspenseful jazzy music]
What big game?
Uh, you said you were helping Julie run an errand? Is there anything I can help you find or–
Right. So I can get out of your hair.
I did not say that.
You didn’t have to. [Holly chuckles softly] As soon as I find this book, I’ll be on my way.
Which book are you looking for?
A book that my grandfather gave to Julie for Valentine’s Day one year. She thinks she left it here last April during that blizzard.
Mm. Yeah, I remember. That was nuts. Well, feel free to look around.
Sweet. Thanks. And that didn’t take long at all. Here it is.
Let me guess. A book of love poems.
Ding-ding.
[chuckling] Seriously? I was joking. Wow, that’s really sweet.
Yeah. Julie said my grandfather wrote a song just for her and stuck it inside this book.
[sighs] Aw. They were something else. God, I hope I’m that head over heels in love when I’m their age.
I know. Way everyone tells it, my grandfather was a hopeless romantic. [Holly chuckles] [soft dramatic music] Guess we have that in common.
Wow. You’re right, it does kind of seem like it is meant to be. Are you two sure about this?
Yeah. I mean, it makes sense, right? Like, you could tell Mrs. Choi that the baby’s going to stay in the family since you and I are cousins.
Yeah. Or are we coming on too strong? Or, you know, maybe this is a little too close for comfort for you two. Or, I don’t know, maybe you have somebody else already in mind.
No, no, no, no, no, no. Sophia and I have searched high and low for a couple that her mom would approve of. And we’ve had no luck.
Has she already shot down a few people?
Not exactly, but her family’s religious, so that’s definitely a factor. We thought this couple from her mom’s church was on board, but they backed out.
So she won’t let anyone adopt the baby who isn’t a part of her church or doesn’t practice the same faith as her?
I don’t exactly know what her parameters are, but the only way we could convince her to let the baby be put up for adoption was if it was by a couple with good Christian values.
Hmm. Good Christian values, huh? [soft tense music]
[imitates flying sound] Thank you.
I hope you don’t mind, baby. It’s not very fancy.
Mind? Are you kidding me? This is my favorite thing in the whole world.
Yeah?
Being with the man of my dreams with a big glass of wine. It’s heaven.
You’re heaven.
Mm, yeah? [Steve smooches] Oh, are you crazy? Is that my favorite brie?
Yeah. The one that’s always sold out.
Have I not taught you anything? You always lead with the brie.
Oh, OK. [Kayla sighs] Well, you can thank Stephanie, too, because she helped me track it down for tonight.
Oh. [somber music]
What’s the matter, baby?
Mm. Just reminds me of what my mother used to always say. You’re only as happy as your least happy child. I mean, Stephanie should be out having a special night with a guy on her Valentine’s Day, not helping her parents wine and dine each other.
Well, how do you know she’s not?
Well, I mean, I do know that there was something brewing with her and Alex Kiriakis again. And I didn’t want to pry. But she did say that they were having trouble trying to make it work.
Well, I suggest you should pry more often because it’s the only way we can get our kids to tell us anything.
[scoffs] What do you mean?
Stephanie told me that she and Alex worked it out. As a matter of fact, they’re having dinner tonight.
Hmm. Hmm. [soft jazzy music playing]
Sorry to keep you waiting.
Mm. Well, you are worth the wait.
Happy Valentine’s Day.
Color me shocked, but I had no idea there was a big game, let alone one that you’d be interested in watching.
It’s the Longhorns game. Sorry, sometimes I forget that I’m not in Texas anymore. [Javi chuckles]
Is that football?
If it were Thanksgiving, maybe. [laughs] It’s basketball season. My dad and I used to watch every Longhorns game. You didn’t grow up watching sports?
Not if I could help it. But if I had to, I was way more interested in the cheerleaders. No, no, no. I’m totally gold star. I just cared more about the choreography than the actual games.
See, I actually did care about the games, especially during March Madness. My father and I used to fill out our own brackets and then we place bets to see who can beat each other. And if I won, I’d get 10 bucks. And then if I’d lose, I’d have to, you know, clean out the garage. [both chuckle]
How did that shake out?
The garage was spotless. [laughter] But I didn’t care. Watching the games with my dad, hearing him yell at the TV, I felt close to him. [sentimental music] Which is why I was worried telling him that I was gay and it would change everything, which is why I waited as long as I could.
And what did he say when you told him?
He said, that’s nice, son, but you still have to clean the garage. [laughter]
My god, it must have been such a relief.
It was. And nothing changed between us. When I told my mom, that was a whole other story. Nothing was ever the same between us again. [somber music]
A first date on Valentine’s Day?
Well, I wouldn’t exactly call it a first date. But yeah, looks like they might be diving right into the deep end.
Well, you know what? I’m really happy for Stephanie. I mean, I know how worried she was that it couldn’t work out with Alex because of Joy Wesley.
Well, apparently he was finally able to end things with her.
Well, I’m sorry for her. But after everything that Alex and Stephanie have been through, I think they need a second chance. Wouldn’t you agree?
Listen. I’m happy she’s happy. But Alex? Look, I know I sound old-school, but he’s a notorious player.
I have heard that he has mellowed over the years.
I just don’t want to see her get hurt again.
I know. Listen, I would be lying if I said that I am completely on board with the two of them getting back together. But they’re young. And how do you grow older and wiser if you don’t make some mistakes?
Yeah, well considering all the times we foolishly broke up… I guess we must be really wise.
[chuckling] Right. Oh, yeah, our wisdom is infinite. No, I’m just saying that look at us. We overcame our issues. And it made us stronger and better, right? I just hope the same thing happens for them.
Just wait. [tender music]
Mm.
Ah.
Montrachet.
A ’93.
[gasps] Is that a good year?
Oh, a very good year, according to my mother.
Ooh. [soft jazzy music playing] [glasses clink]
Mm.
Mm?
That is incredible. I mean, but then again, I’d be happy with 2 Buck Chuck. I’m not much of a wine expert.
I wouldn’t say I’m an expert either, but my mother did insist that I learn about all of the best French vintages. One summer as a kid, she took me all over the country. We must have hit every single vineyard this place has to offer. It was like a field trip.
Well, I hope not a grade-school trip.
Mm. High school, technically. But they’re a little bit more permissive there. Although I know my father wouldn’t have been thrilled.
Oh, wow. Where did Justin think that you and your mom were going all over France?
Euro Disney.
[laughs] No.
Mm-hmm. Yep, he said, just make sure you take him to the Louvre. That’s it. You take him to the Louvre is what he said. You make sure he gets his culture.
Wow. Well, you certainly got that.
I did, yeah. So we went to the Louvre, obviously.
Mm-hmm.
Then we hit all the best restaurants. My mother, she would order these six-course tasting menus.
Wow. Not a bad way to spend vacation.
Yeah. Beat getting a lifeguard job, that’s for sure. [both chuckle] I think my mother just– she viewed it as her duty as a parent to show me the finer things in life. Although, time to time, I do wish she had a little bit more of a conventional approach to her parenting.
But there were upsides, too.
Mm.
And I’m not just talking about how this wine didn’t come out of a box. Without her, you wouldn’t be who you are today.
Mm, I guess– I guess not.
We wouldn’t be here together. So for that, I’m grateful. I’m grateful for her, too.
Me, too. [glasses clink]
Listen, I still have to talk to Sophia. Can we get back to you two?
Yeah. No, yeah, of course. Do you need a ride somewhere?
No, no, no. I’m all set. I was supposed to meet Holly at the Horton cabin over an hour ago.
Oh. Big plans for Valentine’s Day?
You know, something like that. [Chanel laughs] But thank you so much. I mean, this could be really, really amazing. Not just for me and Sophia, but for you two and the baby. You two would be really great parents. [soft dramatic music]
Thanks, Tate. That means a lot.
I’m sorry that I have to rush out. The cell service at the cabin sucks and Holly’s probably wondering where I am. And I just hate the idea of her sitting there all alone. [suspenseful music]
Any good ones in there?
They’re all pretty romantic. And earnest. It’s pretty amazing that someone can write about how deeply in love they are and not feel self-conscious about it.
Yeah. Well, maybe that’s why people write poems. They put into words the things they can’t say in real life.
Yeah. Maybe.
Do you have a favorite?
Yeah, this one stood out to me. “Ode on a Grecian Urn.”
“Beauty is truth, truth, beauty. That is all ye know on Earth and all ye need to know.”
Wow. [Holly chuckles] So you’re not some poetry novice.
It’s just one of my favorites. [soft upbeat music]
Then I hope someone writes you a little inscription in a book like my grandfather did for Julie.
“When I first saw you, that’s when I knew the truth. “You are the most beautiful, wonderful thing I’ve ever seen. And that’s all I ever need to know.”
Wow. Talk about big feelings. That’s pretty romantic.
Yeah, it is.
And I feel the same way about you.
[peaceful music] [whistle blows on TV]
Now, why did that just happen?
The ref is calling a penalty ’cause the other team was traveling.
Right. That’s bad?
[chuckles] Yes, that’s bad.
You know, rules aside, I get why you like this game. Bunch of sweaty men running up and down the court wearing those cute, little shorts. Maybe next Valentine’s Day, I’ll get you a pair of those. [tender music] You know, not to jump ahead to next year. I know that this is new.
Sounds like a plan.
I’d better start thinking about what to get you next year, too.
Mm. This brie is so good. [both chuckle] I can’t stop eating it. You know, don’t even bother ordering dinner.
I’m not. It’s a text from Tripp.
Oh. Something wrong?
No, he’s just wondering if I’ve heard anything more about his mother.
Still no word on Ava, huh?
Well, not since she told Brady that she was going to Hong Kong. She left him a voicemail right after that. I sent that out to have it analyzed. Might be a dead end. [somber music]
You know, do you think maybe it’s possible that she just wanted to extract herself from Kristen and Brady’s drama?
And use Wendy and Tripp as an excuse? Yeah, I’ve considered that. But that would be the best-case scenario. Worst case, something is really wrong. So I need to get to the bottom of it for Tripp.
Course you do. Because you are a good dad.
You know I’d do anything for my kids.
Yeah, I do.
So that was kind of, um… [chuckles] Unreal.
Yeah. I mean, we went to the hospital hoping I could get pregnant, and we came home possibly adopting a baby.
Yeah, listen, I, um, I hope it was OK that I suggested that to Tate. I just–when we both looked at each other, it felt like we were… absolutely on the same page.
Oh, yes. Yes, we were, 100%. But I think we kind of just blurted it out. And now that the adrenaline is starting to wear off, um, I’m wondering, should we really do this? Should we really adopt Tate and Sophia’s baby? [soft dramatic music]
Doug, I–
I’m sorry. I–I can’t believe I just said that.
Yeah, I can’t believe it either.
When you came over on Christmas Eve, the moment I saw you, I just– I don’t know how to describe it. My heart just skipped a beat.
I had no idea.
I’m such an idiot. Oh, man. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just please rewind five minutes and just act like that never happened?
Actually… I don’t think I can.
Oh, I’m so, so sorry I’m late. But you are never going to guess who– I just ran into. Unexpectedly. [tense music]
Tate, you’re here.
Yeah, sure am. So’s Doug. [soft tense music]
Uh, Doug didn’t know we had plans today.
No, I, uh, I didn’t mean to crash. Julie just asked me to come pick up this book for her. And now that I have it, I should probably get going and let you guys enjoy the rest of your Valentine’s Day. So I’m going to take off. And you guys have fun. [Tate sighs]
Are you OK?
What? Yeah. No–uh, yeah. I just was spooked, like, twice today when you came in. And then when Doug came in, I practically jumped out of my skin. Anyway, what took you so long? Was the grocery store, like, packed or what?
Yeah, it was actually my second time there today, after I went to the hospital. Sophia had a little bit of a scare.
Oh, my god. Is she OK?
Yeah, everything’s fine. But that’s not the only good news. I might have found the perfect couple to adopt the baby. [tender music]
Is this about Tate and me, you know, being related? Because if that’s too weird, I totally get it.
No, no, no, no. It’s not about that. OK? If the baby were Tate’s or some random stranger’s, I would love any child that we brought home. And I know you would, too.
Yeah? So what do you think? [Chanel sighs]
It’s just that I’m worried that we may be setting ourselves up for another big disappointment. You know, if, you know, what Tate is saying about Mrs. Choi is true, then she seems very intense. And I don’t know. Would she really be willing to cut all ties with his baby, or is she going to be looking over our shoulders for the rest of our lives?
Yeah. Yeah, I mean, that certainly could complicate things.
And that’s ifshe even approves of us. I mean, she would want us to have good Christian values.
And?
Well, I’m just– I’m wondering, do we have those? [soft jazzy music playing]
What?
Nothing.
I just think it’s funny you went with the burger at a place that’s known for its filet.
Oh. Well, they’re also known for their burger.
Mm.
They make it with three kinds of cheese.
Mm?
You’d know that. If you weren’t so snobby.
Me? Snobby?
You spent your summers wine-tasting.
Ah.
In French vineyards.
Touché. [Stephanie chuckles]
You know, your mother’s not the only one who cultured their kids.
Mm.
My mom taught me how to make a great burger.
Dr. Johnson, a burger expert?
Mm. She is a Brady, after all.
Mm.
But don’t get her started on chowder.
Mm.
She’ll never admit any are as good as my Uncle Roman’s. [Alex chuckles]
So does that make you a gastropub connoisseur too?
Eh.
Eh?
I, uh, I had to catch up on a lot of family lore when I moved to Salem.
Mm, right. I keep forgetting that you didn’t grow up here either.
Mm-mm. No, my mom raised me in LA.
Mm.
She was working a lot. So she didn’t exactly take me on tours of wineries.
Mm-hmm.
Like you were doing. But, uh, we did go to Magic Mountain a bunch, though.
Nice. I’ve never been.
[gasps] And you claim to know the finer things in life?
Mm.
Oh, my god. We used to go once a month.
Wow.
Yeah, she would tell her colleagues not to page her unless it was an absolute emergency. And she was very clear about what constituted one.
Mm. [soft jazzy music playing]
It was us against the world.
Was it hard? Growing up without your dad? [soft dramatic music]
Hmm.
My mom went out of her way to make sure I knew how loved I was. And how much my dad was loving me from afar. Growing up, I– I always felt like he was watching out for me. [chuckles softly] It was nice.
But of course, nothing compares to having him in my life for real. And to be here with the whole family in Salem.
[sighs] Still, I, um… I wouldn’t change a thing about how I grew up, either.
That’s because those experiences made you who you are.
Exactly.
Exactly. I’m grateful that your journey brought you here too.
Ah, so much for the wine. [Steve chuckles]
There’s a bottle of white in the fridge.
You always come prepared, don’t you?
Mm.
Mm.
Oh, but wait a minute. Before we open the wine, I got something for you.
[gasps] You didn’t.
Mm-hmm.
You didn’t get me a gift, did you? After all this?
Sure I did, baby.
Well, good, because I got you a gift, too.
Oh.
Yup-up-up-pew! together: Happy anniversary! [Kayla chuckles]
No way. Did you?
Did you?
We’re so simpatico.
[chuckling] Oh, baby, come on. Yeah, swap. Wow.
Wow. [crowd cheering on TV]
Why’d they just pass to him? There’s like a million guys guarding him! – Tira la pelota! Come on! Yes! Yes! Yes! Shoot it! Shoot it! Shoot it! Yes! Yes!
Ah! We just took the lead!
We?
Yeah, “we.” Got a problem with that? [tender music]
Not in the slightest.
God, that was sexy.
Oh, you still thinking about all those men in shorts?
No, dum-dum. I’m talking about you. Seeing this side of you, feeling very, very close to you right now.
[soft dramatic music]
Mm, I think the game is back on.
What game? How about… we play a little one-on-one instead?
[Steve chuckles]
Oh, my goodness! Two tickets to Chicago Cubs opening day.
Can you believe it? My wife got me the same thing. [both chuckle]
Well, doesn’t she know you well?
Oh, she does. I love you.
I love you.
Mm.
Lucky.
Hey.
Hmm?
So what are we going to do with the two extra tickets?
Well, we could ask Stephanie and Alex to go with us.
OK. Now let’s celebrate.
Mm.
[soft jazzy music playing]
That looks amazing.
Really?
Mm-hmm.
Because this place is really known for their crème brûlée.
Oh, my god. [laughs]
Don’t let me hold you up. Take a bite.
No, no. After you.
[gasps] So chivalry isn’t dead.
Mm-mm.
Mm, how about we both take a bite at the same time on the count of three? Ready?
Ready.
One…
Two…
Three.
Mm-hmm.
Mm. Oh, my god.
What? [Alex chuckles]
Got a little–
Oh. Did I get it?
Not quite. [Stephanie chuckles] Here.
Much better.
Mm. [Stephanie laughs]
Look, no offense to Mrs. Choi, OK? But I don’t think sharing the same faith as her automatically makes somebody a better parent.
I know, I know. But it’s important to her. And she seems to be the one with the deciding vote.
Well, didn’t you grow up going to church every Sunday with your mom?
Yeah, I did. And I still go with her from time to time. Well, on Easter Sunday at least. [Johnny chuckles]
Well, that’s one point in our favor.
Yeah. [sighs] You know, I mean, I try to be kind to everyone and help the less fortunate. And so even if we’re not practicing one particular faith, I mean, we’re still good people, right?
Look, Chanel. I happen to think you are a very good person, maybe even the best person. All right? And whatever happens with Sophia’s mother, we will deal with it, all right? Together. I love you, Chanel.
I love you, too, John. [tender music]
I tried to give them every option to back out, but they’re serious. Johnny and Chanel want to adopt the baby.
Wow. [chuckles softly] I mean, are you sure it’s not going to be weird for you and Sophia still being that close to the kid?
No, no. We’ll make it work. Especially if they’re the best option for Mrs. Choi.
Yeah. Yeah, I guess.
Hey, I know what you’re thinking. But even if the baby stays in Salem, Sophia and I won’t be its parents anymore. So we’re not going to be bound together forever. You would be my priority. And our relationship with Sophia or anyone else, it’s not going to come between us again. [soft dramatic music]
Hey, Julie. I found the book. [somber music]
I’m such an idiot. Oh, man. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just please rewind five minutes and just act like that never happened?
Actually, I don’t think I can.
Well, that would be really amazing if it all works out.
Yeah, I hope it does. [Tate inhales deeply] I don’t want to think about the baby anymore tonight. This night is supposed to be about us. Happy Valentine’s Day, Holly.
Happy Valentine’s Day, Tate.
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