Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Belle finishes a phone call at the police station as Brady arrives. Belle tells Brady that she’s so glad that they found Ava and asks how she is. Brady says she’s okay considering she was held captive for two weeks. Belle can’t believe Kristen’s mother is still alive. Brady says she’s off her rocker but he’s really pissed at Kristen. Brady questions how Kristen could’ve known what her mother was doing to Ava and not stopped it. Belle says because she’s a sociopath. Brady says she’s paying for it now. Brady knows it’s past visiting hours but asks Belle if he can get in to see Kristen because he has some things to say to her. Belle then informs Brady that he can’t because Kristen is not in police custody.
Kristen enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion and tells EJ to pour her a drink. EJ asks if she had a rough day. Kristen talks about her mother being in custody while Ava is singing. EJ supposes it was bound to happen and remarks that it must have been quite the ordeal for Ava to have been tied up for weeks. Kristen questions EJ’s attitude towards this and reminds him that Ava could implicate both of them for leaving her there. EJ says it’s not that he’s not concerned, but he has far more pressing matters, beginning with their patient upstairs.
Upstairs in a bedroom at the DiMera Mansion, Rita is with Rafe who remains unconscious. Rita checks his pulse and says he’s doing fine. Rita says all Rafe has to do is sleep and let the drug do his work. Rita adds that when Rafe wakes up, he’ll never know another man has been living his life and hopefully he and Jada can pick up where they left off.
Stephanie uses her tablet to show Jada a picture of Arnold Feniger looking exactly like Rafe. Jada points out that it says Arnold was killed in jail. Stephanie says if he wasn’t, EJ could be using him again in Rafe’s place. Jada asks if she thinks that’s possible. Stephanie calls it just a theory and points out that Jada is the cop here. Jada agrees that it seems plausible. Stephanie declares if it is true, that means it wasn’t Rafe who left Jada at the altar or who cheated on her. Shawn then comes out of the shower in just his towel, leaving Stephanie surprised. Stephanie then states that from the looks of things, maybe Jada just cheated on Rafe.
Gabi demands “Rafe” get that stripper out of her house. “Rafe” argues that it’s his house, but tells her that Savannah is long gone. Gabi says they can talk then but “Rafe” doesn’t feel like talking. Gabi stops him and says he’s not going anywhere until he answers her question. He tells her to make it quick. Gabi says she finally figured out what’s going on with him. Gabi declares his personality change isn’t because of his coma but because he isn’t Rafe at all. Arnold questions what she’s talking about. Gabi tells him that she knows he’s not Rafe, so she tells him to cut the BS and tell her what he did with her brother.
Shawn tells Stephanie and Jada that Jada didn’t cheat on Rafe because “Rafe” ended things with her. Stephanie explains that she doesn’t think that was Rafe who ended things which Shawn questions. Jada shows Shawn the tablet on Arnold Feniger.
Gabi asks Arnold again what he did with Rafe. Arnold questions what she’s talking about, insisting that he is Rafe. Gabi says he may have the same face and haircut, but he’s not her brother. Gabi calls him Arnold Feniger.
Shawn remembers Arnold Feniger, but points out the article states he’s dead. Stephanie says maybe not as she’s looked in to it and reports of his death have been greatly exaggerated. Stephanie reminds Shawn that days before Arnold was supposed to testify against EJ and Stefano, he was apparently murdered in his jail cell. Stephanie says they are talking about the DiMeras and they could’ve kept him around in case they needed to use him again. Shawn admits that anything is possible with the DiMeras.
Kristen questions EJ saying that Rafe is upstairs. EJ confirms that Rita is watching over him. Kristen compares it to Stephen King’s “Misery” but EJ assures it’s nothing like that. Kristen argues that Rita is supposed to be preparing for a board meeting while EJ argues that they know she can multi-task. EJ says Rafe needs to be closely monitored until he regains consciousness. Kristen says when she walked in on them struggling over the syringe, it looked like Rafe had the upper hand and was going to inject EJ with CRS-17 to wipe his memory clean. Kristen calls it just as maddening that Brady and Steve got to Ava before they could inject her. EJ calls it unfortunate timing. Kristen says while EJ tends to Rafe, she is going to the police station to check on her mother. EJ stops her and says that’s the last thing she’s going to do.
Brady questions Belle about Kristen not being arrested yet when Ava told the cops everything. Belle says they have to do everything by the book and explains that she’s trying to get an arrest warrant. Brady hopes she got one for EJ as well. Belle asks why she would do that. Brady informs Belle that her boyfriend was in on the kidnapping of his girlfriend.
Arnold tells Gabi that she’s crazy, insisting he’s not Arnold and calls that impossible since he’s dead. Gabi tells Arnold that Alex told her that he hit on Stephanie earlier, just like Arnold did last time. Arnold asks if it’s a crime to flirt with a woman who is single. Gabi informs him that Stephanie isn’t single and has a boyfriend. Arnold says that’s too bad but if he knew, he wouldn’t have made a pass at her so he’s sorry. Gabi brings up his wedding date when she went to go see him and told him how much she loved him. Gabi says that Arnold gave her a weird hug that was too long and tight. Gabi calls it not very brotherly. Gabi then accuses Arnold of creeping on her too and calls him a son of a bitch and impostor. Gabi goes to slap Arnold but he catches her arm and warns her not to do that.
Shawn asks what Jada thinks of all this. Jada says it would explain why Rafe’s been acting like a completely different person. Shawn questions if she thinks he actually is a different person. Jada explains that before Stephanie told her the theory, she had no idea that Arnold ever existed and if she knew, she would’ve figured it out a lot sooner. Jada recalls it started right after New Year’s when he started acting strange and Steve said he never sent him on a case. Jada says that “Rafe” told her he didn’t want anyone to know he was working with EJ and that he only agreed to do it because he knew he wouldn’t find dirt on her. Jada argues that EJ arranged the whole thing and manufactured to make her look bad. Jada declares that this was all about EJ’s revenge on her for getting him sacked.
Belle asks Brady why EJ would have anything to do with Ava’s kidnapping. Brady informs her that Ava was an eye witness. Belle argues that Steve didn’t say anything about it. Brady explains that Steve didn’t know because he was looking for Rachel Blake when Ava told her. Belle goes over how this whole thing was to keep Brady and Ava apart, so she highly doubts EJ would involve himself in something that he had nothing to gain from. Brady explains that Ava said EJ wasn’t in on it to begin with and when he got there, Ava pleaded with him to help her and she thought he was going to until he had a side chat with Rachel Blake, then EJ left her there. Brady argues that Rachel Blake obviously got EJ to cooperate and guesses that she was holding something over his head, but what it was is the million dollar question.
Kristen asks EJ why she shouldn’t see her mother. EJ assumes Ava has told the police everything, including Kristen being a willing participant in her kidnapping, so Kristen would be walking straight in to the lion’s den. Kristen argues that she owes her and that EJ does too. EJ complains that she blackmailed him. Kristen says they are all in this together. EJ questions her just strolling in to the police department. Kristen calls it a risk she has to take and adds that she has an ace up her sleeve that could be a get out of jail free card for her, her mother, and EJ too. EJ asks if she will tell him what it is. Kristen says she will as soon as she knows it worked.
Shawn says not to get ahead of themselves since they don’t have definitive proof that it is Arnold Feniger. Jada says if it is true, it likely happened months ago. Jada talks about feeling violated and how she was so angry with Rafe for believing she was capable of the things she was accused of, but she believed he was capable of the same level of things so she’s no better than he is. Stephanie argues that no one could have known while Shawn declares that the first thing they need to do is find out whether it’s true or not. Jada asks where the real Rafe is if it is true.
EJ goes upstairs and checks with Rita on Rafe. Rita says his vital signs are steady and breathing is normal. EJ wants to assure the drugs are working as intended and that Rafe won’t remember his part in any of this, so he will only remember everything from before he was switched with Arnold and nothing after. Rita asks when EJ plans to return Rafe to his loved ones since he can’t have two Rafes running around. EJ declares that is why Arnold will be disposed of.
Gabi asks if Arnold is threatening her. Arnold says of course not and tells Gabi to stop calling him Arnold. Gabi tells him to prove he’s not Arnold. Gabi then begin speaking in Spanish and asks a trick question about their Aunt Hilda, who passed away. Arnold tries to blame it on recovering from his coma and having memory lapses. Gabi then claims there’s something in his hair and pulls out a piece of his hair.
Belle tells Brady that she was kind of worried about EJ’s involvement in Jada’s situation where she would understand the motive but this seems kind of random. Brady questions her not thinking there’s a connection between the two. Belle asks what that would be. Brady asks if Belle really believes EJ is this reformed man. Belle says not exactly. Brady insists that EJ is the same man he is that he’s always been. Brady says it took him a long time to accept that about Kristen. Brady advises Belle to cut and run before it’s too late. Belle asks what he means by too late. Brady explains that he’s tied to Kristen forever because of their daughter but Belle doesn’t have that tie to EJ. Brady says Kristen needs to understand that he needs to move forward with his life and that’s why she needs to pay for what she did. Brady tells Belle to get working on that arrest warrant because he’s not leaving until Kristen is brought in where she belongs. Kristen then arrives at the station and greets Brady.
Jada asks Stephanie if she has any idea where Rafe was being held the last time that EJ and Stefano replaced him with Arnold. Stephanie doesn’t remember what they did with him. Shawn says he’s on it and pulls out his phone. Jada cries that if Rafe has been held captive, he needs her. Jada feels she failed Rafe while Shawn encourages finding out the truth and helping Rafe. Jada suggests talking to EJ but Shawn says that’s a dead end because he won’t tell them anything and will lie. Shawn declares they have to play it smart and corner the dummy first. Jada agrees to seeing what Arnold will tell them.
Arnold questions Gabi pulling a piece of his hair. Gabi reveals that if he won’t tell her the truth, she’ll take it to the lab for a DNA test. Arnold tries to stop her but Gabi exits. Arnold worries that EJ is going to kill him.
EJ asks Rita if she understands what she needs to do. Rita confirms that she does but notes that she’s a little surprised that he’s abandoning ship now. EJ says he wouldn’t put it that way but he’s not keen to taking more chances and he doesn’t want to have to dose Rafe again. EJ remarks that none of this was his doing and if Arrnold didn’t show up at his door, he never would’ve replaced Rafe with him. Rita feels he made the best of a difficult situation. Rita asks about EJ’s plans to use Arnold to get back his district attorney job. EJ says that will no doubt be trickier but he may be able to obtain that objective. EJ tells Rita that she is relieved of her babysitting duties and sends her to go take care of Arnold. Rita says to wish her luck while EJ says she always delivers. Rita then exits. EJ goes to Rafe and tells him it’s his lucky day, so all he has to do is sleep a little while longer and his men will be there soon to take care of the rest.
Brady tells Kristen that he was looking for her. Belle decides she will go talk to EJ about what she and Brady discussed, so she can leave them to talk about things. Kristen is sure Brady heard the good news that her mother is alive. Brady asks how long she has known. Kristen says it was a few days after they brought Rachel home when she found Ava’s phone in Rachel’s backpack. Kristen goes over how she intended to rescue Ava and that’s when she found her mother and was as shocked as anyone about her involvement in this. Brady questions believing that her mother has been alive all this time and never reached out. Kristen explains that she thought she would be a burden or trouble. Brady remarks that turned out to be right. Kristen tells him not to be so cruel which Brady calls rich coming from her. Kristen says she is choosing to let that go. Kristen adds that she has a new perspective on why Rachel ran away that sheds a whole new light on things. Kristen states that if Rachel hadn’t gone, she would’ve never known her mother was alive and now she’s so happy to be reunited with her. Kristen tells Brady that she’s an old woman who can’t be blamed for all of this which Brady questions. Kristen says that everything her mother did was her thinking she was helping her and Rachel. Kristen doesn’t want her to suffer anymore. Brady notes that Belle told him Rachel Blake is in the interrogation room to prepare her final statement. Brady tells Kristen to go ahead if she wants to see her. Kristen questions why he’s being so nice to her. Brady says he’s feeling soft-hearted, so Kristen then heads in to the interrogation room. Brady follows her in as Kristen realizes there’s no one there. Kristen asks where her mother is. Brady responds that she’s in a holding cell. Kristen asks what he’s doing and what’s going on. Brady tells her that she’s going to answer for what she did to Ava. Brady reveals that Belle is working on her arrest warrant and declares he’s not going to let her leave this room until the police arrive with handcuffs. Kristen argues that he’s not thinking clearly or he would realize this is the worst thing he could do. Brady argues that she always has the idea that she never has to take responsibility with her actions ever. Kristen tells him to stop and think about who the mastermind was behind the kidnapping, reminding him that their daughter Rachel lured Ava and she only found out after. Brady argues that she did find out and did nothing to help Ava. Brady says that left Kristen to be the adult and be responsible but he’s trying to throw Rachel under the bus. Kristen declares that she would never hurt their daughter but if he pursues this, that’s what he will be doing.
Belle goes to the DiMera Mansion and confronts EJ in his room, asking how could he and says Brady told her what he did and that he was involved in holding Ava captive. EJ pretends not to know but Belle tells him not to lie to her because Ava said she saw him with her captor. EJ calls that preposterous and argues that Ava just despises him. EJ asks what other lies Ava spewed. Belle says that Ava claimed Kristen’s mother got EJ to keep quiet about the whole thing. EJ pretends to believe Kristen’s mother is dead. Belle says she can see right through his performance and that she knows Rachel Blake said something to him to keep him from going to the authorities. Belle asks EJ what she is holding over him. EJ claims there is absolutely nothing.
Shawn and Jada get prepared to go confront Arnold while Stephanie warns them to be careful because Arnold is dangerous. Shawn points out his gun and assures that he’s prepared for Arnold. Shawn opens the door to leave but Gabi arrives. Gabi assumes they’ve already heard about “Rafe”. Shawn says they were heading over to confront Arnold now. Gabi reveals that she already did and he denied being Arnold. Shawn says Arnold may have stonewalled her but he might be more receptive when he sees his police badge. Gabi tells them that Arnold is still at her house or at least was. Shawn assures they will find him and exits with Jada.
Rita goes to the Hernandez house and tells Arnold that EJ sent her. Arnold tells her they have trouble as they are on to him and know he’s not Rafe. Rita informs him that EJ is aware. Arnold asks if EJ is aware of how much this will cost him because he’s not going down for EJ’s crimes. Rita assures they are going to get Arnold out of the country. Arnold tells her not to think about sending him back to Argentina and says EJ better not think about turning against him because he will go to the police station to sing like a canary. Rita tells Arnold not to worry as she has everything she needs for a getaway. Rita digs through her purse and hands Arnold two passports, cash, and a burner phone. Rita then pulls out her taser and uses it to knock out Arnold. Rita says she’s sorry about that but they couldn’t have a loose cannon like him around. Rita declares that she will now just need to borrow those clothes.
Kristen asks Brady what he thinks is going to happen to Rachel if she gets arrested. Brady responds that he’ll get full custody and Rachel will be much better off. Kristen calls that an awful thing to say to her and tells him to think harder. Kristen reminds him that child protective services said if there was one more incident, they could both lose Rachel forever. Kristen asks if Brady wants them both to lose their little girl.
Belle tells EJ that Ava is going to give an official statement when she’s up to it. EJ argues that they will learn nothing but a medley of lies. Belle suggests that between Ava and Kristen’s mother, they will figure it out. EJ calls it all a ruse while Belle talks about how she can’t believe it since everyone warned her about EJ. Belle remarks that she didn’t think it would all come back to bite her in the ass so quick but she was wrong.
Gabi complains to Stephanie that she knows EJ is behind this, just like last time. Stephanie questions why EJ would pull Arnold out of mothballs after all these years and argues that it seems like a lot of trouble to go through just because Jada put Belle in as district attorney. Gabi says all she knows is that she’s really worried about Rafe. Gabi decides she should get going to the hospital and informs Stephanie that before she left, she took a hair from Arnold for a DNA test to prove whether or not he’s an impostor.
After Rita switched Arnold with Rafe, Rafe wakes up sitting at the kitchen table at home. Jada and Shawn arrive to confront him. Jada talks to him as if he’s Arnold and questions where Rafe is. Jada demands to know where Rafe is. Confused, Rafe asks who is Rafe?
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