Days of Our Lives Transcript
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[soft dramatic music]
Thanks.
You get settled in OK?
Yeah, room is comfortable. And there’s a view of the Lincoln Memorial, although I didn’t get a bit of sleep.
Me neither.
I think I’m worried about what we might find out. [somber music] Did you have any luck scheduling a time with Shane? 1
No. His subordinates have been giving me the runaround, and my sister-in-law’s gone radio silent too.
What? Another dead end?
Well, not necessarily. I have a couple of buddies who might be able to get us into the ISA building. It’s not a guarantee.
No, no, no, but that’s–that’s a start.
Yeah. 2
But if Shane is going to think he can keep John’s whereabouts from me, he’s– he’s got another thing coming.
Yes, I, uh– I just received the report. And I’m sorry to say, it’s as grave as we feared.
Come on, Dad, pick up. [line trilling] [beep] Voicemail. Damn. Uh, hi, Dad. I’ve been trying to call you since last night. It’s about Tate’s other grandfather. Please call me back. God, why does it feel like I’m the last person that he wants to deal with?
What can I say? You seem to bring that out in all of us. [tense music] 4
Morning, sleepyhead.
Oh, good morning. [yawns] Man, I don’t know how I slept so late.
Mm. I can. Yesterday was pretty intense.
Yeah. I guess the Joy situation was weighing heavier on me than I realized. I really crashed.
Mm. [gentle music] Well, the good news is, it’s over. Joy is not pregnant, and we can all move on with our lives. [knocking on door] [groans] [tense music]
Hey, Steph. Is my baby daddy home? 6
No. No. [gasping]
Steph? What’s wrong?
It was a–it was a nightmare, that’s all.
You want to talk about it?
It was about Joy, that she was pregnant after all.
Oh. It was just a bad dream. It’s OK.
[exhales deeply]
Joy told us herself that the test results were a false alarm. Hey, she’s not pregnant. OK? [gentle music]
[tense music]
Joy! What’s this?
Uh.
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
This? I, uh–I passed a blood drive on the way here, and, uh, I decided to donate. [chuckles nervously]
Well, I guess that explains your sudden attack of nerves.
I know you were burning the midnight oil, so I surprised you with some breakfast from the pub.
You arranged my calendar, like, four weeks in advance right after your orientation. You got half a dozen virtual meetings on the books with those investors in Singapore, which, come on, the time difference. Talk about an impressive start. Joy, I am so glad you’re working here at Titan.
I wish I could say the same. [melancholy music]
I have to admit, I’m very relieved that Joy isn’t pregnant.
Why wouldn’t you be? I am too, obviously. [somber music]
What?
I don’t know. I just feel– I don’t know–selfish for thinking about how all of this worked out for me.
Why would that be selfish? If this baby happened, it wouldn’t have just screwed things up between you and me. Steph, Joy didn’t want a baby right now either. My God, especially not with somebody who is committed to somebody else. This was the best outcome, the best thing for everyone, not just you.
Yeah, I know that.
Like I said last night… if the baby did happen, I would have done what I needed to do for the both of them, but I would never have let that come between you and I.
I mean, I just feel like we’ve gone through so much together, Steph.
Yeah.
You know? We survived it all. And we’re stronger for it. Nothing’s gonna come between us.
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What the hell are you doing here, Theresa?
Well, you know, it’s such a lovely day, I decided to go out for a stroll and window shop.
Window shop?
I’m sorry, did I miss the memo on somebody making you the hall monitor of Horton Town Square?
You know what I’m talking about. What are you doing out of prison?
Ooh, hall monitor and investigative journalist. Look, I’m sorry. I don’t have time for this. 15
You’re not going anywhere. I’m calling the cops.
OK, do you see an orange jumpsuit? Do you see a frenzied gaze? [in British accent] I’m not on the lam. [in normal voice] I got released.
Released?
Mm-hmm.
Oh, your father must have pulled some strings–
No, my father–
Because there’s no other way you’d be out so soon after kidnapping my daughter.
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I’m sorry about that, really. It wasn’t right, obviously. But Victoria was gone, like, what, an hour?
She could have been gone for all of a commercial break. It’s still kidnapping, Theresa.
Look, there were no backdoor deals, no greasy palms. This was the justice system at work. I have paid my debt to society.
Well, you haven’t paid your debt to me.
Johnny, uh, listen. I heard Kate told you what happened between your parents before you were born. And I just want to say I am so sorry I wasn’t more direct with you. Started to tell you then left you hanging, and that wasn’t fair. But I was just so worried about hurting you. Listen, now that you know, if you need to talk, I’m here. I am here, and I would like that. I love you, kiddo, and I am so very proud to be your grandfather. [tender music]
[mellow country music]
Everything OK?
Oh, just a little family drama. Can’t really get into it. OK, let’s get down to business here, huh?
OK. First off, I know I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating. I’m so grateful to you, Roman, really, for helping me get the whole of Salem behind this fundraiser.
Well, if it keeps the lights on at the hospital, it’s a good cause, although I do have to admit I’m a little insulted I wasn’t asked to be part of the bachelor auction.
Maybe because you’re not a bachelor. And I can’t imagine Kate would be very happy with that.
Yeah, I guess no cause is that worthy, is it?
No, no, mm-mm.
Listen, why don’t you let me take one of those committees off your hands?
No, no, really. You know, I think I have it covered. I mean, I’m courting the big donors, I filed permits with Mayor Price’s office, and I’m coordinating PR with Stephanie
Sounds like you’re burning the candle at both ends. Look, you do have a day job, and it’s pretty demanding.
No, I’m OK, really. I mean, I’m obviously highly motivated.
Trying to distract yourself from thinking about John, aren’t you?
Yeah, there’s that. I just pray to God that Shane can tell Steve and Marlena something, anything about what happened to him.
No, of course, I understand why you feel we shouldn’t go public with this right away. No, I do, I hear you, but there are folks out there who have a right to know. I just don’t know if I’m comfortable with keeping this– [door clicks] [tense music] I’m gonna have to call you back. What is this?
We want answers, Donovan.
And we’re not leaving until we get them.
Under any other circumstances, I’d say it’s good to see you both. But bursting into a federal director’s office without warning, you’re– you’re lucky I didn’t shoot you.
It was a chance we had to take. 24
And how did you get past my assistant anyway? Oh, don’t tell me. Dr. Evans hypnotized him.
I still have connections in this building, Shane.
I told him I was feeling a little faint, and so he went to get me a glass of water.
[scoffs] So I’m half right. The esteemed psychiatrist weaponized human nature.
I’m not sure “weaponized” is the right word to use.
All right, so to what do I owe the pleasure? 25
The pleasure? This is not a social visit. We are here to get some answers, like I want to know where my husband is.
I’ve already told you everything I know, Marlena, which is that John’s handlers lost track of him some weeks ago.
But that’s not the whole story, is it? Now, tell us what this mission was that John was sent on before he went MIA.
I will never forgive you for what you did to my little girl. To say nothing of you trying to cheat me out of my birthright.
Tried in vain, I should point out. My plan went belly up. And guess who lost everything?
Oh, cry me a bloody river.
Whereas you, Victor’s heir apparent, you got Titan and everything else. [tense music]
But maybe not everything. Huh. You know, maybe my sentence should have gotten a few months knocked off of it, since I technically only conned you out of half of your birthright. Tell me, how does that feel, knowing that you have to share your big, fat inheritance with Philip? 28
Do you regret coming to work here at Titan? It’s OK if you–
No, no, of course not. Please, just forget I said anything.
Look, I know it’s not as glamorous as being a soap star.
No. Oh, my God, no. It is–it’s nothing like that. I–I like working here. And I am beyond grateful that you took a chance on me when I was in need of a gig and without much of a dazzling resume.
Then what’s the problem?
Um, I guess I’m just afraid that my presence here at the office might cause some issues. [soft dramatic music] What I mean is, it’s gonna be weird working here with your cousin. And honestly, the last thing I want to do is cause any trouble for Alex and Stephanie.
Why would you be causing trouble for them?
[sighs] Hey, I’m–I’m sorry if it seems like I’m… borrowing trouble, as my mom would put it. I just–I guess I– [soft music] I feel so used to things always going wrong, that– that somehow it feels off when everything works out.
Mm.
You know what a therapist once told me? And that would be none other than Dr. Marlena Evans. Just because a feeling is uncomfortable, it doesn’t mean that it’s bad. It’s just unfamiliar.
Right. I like that.
Why don’t we just stop paying attention to all the noise, and instead just focus on our future together? Because that is all I want, truly, more than anything. 32
I want that too. [gentle music]
Sis, listen, I have every confidence that Steve and Marlena are gonna shake something out of Shane.
Yeah, but what– what if that something isn’t the answer that we want? [somber music] I mean, what if something’s really happened to him? I’m just–I just wonder if– I mean–oh.
That thought has crossed my mind too.
How could it not? When I heard that Marlena got that call, my heart just sank. Getting a call like that is my worst nightmare. Picking up the phone and hearing that my husband is not coming home to me or our family– You know, just last summer, Steve and I really got into it about all this, you know? You know, you remember when Clyde was on the run?
Mm-hmm.
Steve and Chad were gonna get on a jet and track down this criminal– without telling me, mind you. And then when I did find out, I pleaded with him to not go, to stop, just stop, and pass the torch on to somebody else, you know? Let somebody else be the hero.
How did that play out for you, sis? 35
Very funny. He said–no, he promised, actually, that he would never go away without telling me again. But as far as letting somebody else save the day, it’s not in his nature.
Well, I guess that is what my sisters get for marrying ISA agents. You and Kimberly knew what you were signing up for. So did Steve.
Of course we did. But sooner or later, this life catches up with you. And I just pray to God that it hasn’t caught up to John already.
I shouldn’t have to tell you, Steve, of all people, that mission details are strictly on a need-to-know basis. Look, I–I honestly wish there was more I could do.
But there is. [intriguing music] You can tell us where John was last seen, and we’ll start an investigation of our own.
Damn right we will. And if the ISA will not bring my husband home, then I will do it.
What goes on at Titan is none of your concern, Theresa.
Oh. [chuckling] Oops. Looks like I maybe just hit a nerve. Is that just eating you up inside, knowing that you’re only half the heir that you thought you were?
You know, I suppose I can forgive you for being out of the loop, given the dearth of sunlight, lack of broadband, et cetera, while you were so deservedly locked up. You should know that partnering with Philip has been an extremely positive experience for both of us.
Wow, and they call me a liar. 39
I’m being completely honest. Look, I’ll admit that I was none too keen on the prospect of sharing the CEO title at first, male ego and all that. But over the past few weeks, Philip has really stepped up to the plate. He’s got some cutting-edge ideas, things I wouldn’t have thought of by myself. We sort of complement one another.
Uh, wow. [gasps] Excuse me for being taken aback. Actually, shocked is the right word here. You’re saying that this go around, you’re actually happy that Victor’s letter cost you your birthright?
I am, actually, because, as I say, turns out Philip and I are quite compatible. Dare I say, we even bring out the best in each other. And because, unlike the letter you tried to pass off, the one Philip found is the real deal. [tense music]
Look, I know my playboy cousin hasn’t always been the bastion of maturity, propriety, what have you, but I think he can handle working with an ex. Unless there’s something still going on between you.
No, no. Alex and I, we are over. We are finished. I guess, I just– I worry that my presence here will be a constant reminder to Alex and Stephanie that Alex and I once had a thing and that it’ll only get worse with time.
Joy, take it from me, these situations usually get better with time.
Well, that’s not what happened with Johnny and Chanel. I really thought eventually that would get better with time, and it did not. I was the town pariah for months, and to this day, still dealing with the fallout of all of that. So–
I’m sorry to hear that, but the way I see it, Johnny was the bad actor. He was the one who did Chanel dirty, the same way Alex didn’t do right by you. Listen to me, Joy, no one should be blaming you because two men didn’t know how to act with integrity. You don’t have to take on this burden.
If only that were true.
What do you mean by that? [tense music]
There’s something that I haven’t told Alex yet, something that will change everything.
I think I know what this is about.
You do?
You still have feelings for Alex, don’t you? 45
Feelings for– no, no, believe me–
Listen, I don’t like you feeling like you have to quit your job just to spare someone else’s feelings. So before you do something drastic, maybe you should go talk to him.
Talk to Alex?
Yeah, hash things out, clear the air, so to speak. At the very least, you two can get on the same page, and from there, decide how to proceed, with everyone having all the, you know, necessary information.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, maybe you’re right.
Listen, I have to head over to the pub. I have a visit with my mom. And think about what I said. Sometimes it’s best when these things are out in the open. [soft dramatic music] [Stephanie moaning]
What was that move, mister? 47
What move?
Come on, you know what I’m talking about, the one with the– [whispering]
Oh, that move?
Mm-hmm.
Mm.
Yeah.
You do know a magician can never reveal his secrets?
Mm. [gasps] Oh, shoot, shoot, shoot. I was supposed to meet my mom for a meeting about how to “Save the Hospital” campaign, and I’m supposed to be there, like, right now.
Babe, you’re already late. What’s a few more minutes?
Oh, my God.
It’s OK.
OK, you, sir, are trouble. And this is your second day at Titan. Do you want to also be later than you already are?
I think I got a little leeway. I was pretty much brought into the inner circle last night.
Oh, yes. That’s right, that’s right, the top-secret meeting back at the mansion.
Mm-hmm. Does it bother you that I can’t tell you about it?
If I had overcome my demons just a few months sooner, it would have changed everything. My dad would have left me in charge.
That is pure speculation, and you know that will is solid, meaning you stole half the company from Xander.
Well, he deserved to have it stolen from him. I mean, it’s not like Xander is some upstanding guy either.
That is irrelevant. Damn it, Philip, I never would have done PR for you had I known that you were trying to pull this scheme. You used me. No, I understand. Sometimes when it comes to family business, well, that’s the way it goes. There will have to be secrets between us. [soft dramatic music]
Do I really need to spell out the difference between your malicious lies, your chicanery, and finding out my father’s true wishes? God, you’re even more delusional than I thought.
I’m sorry. [soft dramatic music]
I regret–I– I deeply, deeply regret ever getting mixed up with Konstantin. You did not deserve to get caught in that crossfire. Neither did Maggie.
Let me make something very clear. You and I won’t have a problem, Theresa, as long as you stay away from Maggie and Sarah and Victoria. Understood?
Loud and clear.
Good.
Hell of a way to start the day. [line trilling Come on, Dad, pick up.
Shane, I know you think that the fate of the world rides on every mission, but John is my world. He is his children’s world. He is his grandchildren’s world. So I am going to bring him home. Now, either you can help me, or you can get out of my way. But I will not stop. I will find him. Shane. Shane, wouldn’t you do this for the person you love? [somber music]
You’ll know I’ll deny I ever did, but this much I can share with you. John’s handler lost track of him in Estonia.
[gasps] Thank you.
And that’s it? There’s nothing else we need to know?
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Again, I am not authorized to tell you anything about John, but that’s all I know.
Well, I guess that will have to do. I’m leaving. [soft dramatic music]
Thank you, Shane.
So tell me, how did you do it?
How did I do what? 57
How did you find peace in letting go of your badge to man the bar? I mean, you have any tips that I can use on Steve?
No, I don’t. It just came time where, you know, I realized that saving the world meant nothing if I couldn’t save my own family. But you two seem to have a very well-adjusted brood. Speaking of which, there is the golden girl.
Ah, Beauty. 58
Hi, Mom.
Hello.
Hi. Oh. Uncle Roman.
[chuckles]
Hi. What’s going on? Is everything OK?
Yeah, yeah, we’re just– we’re just worried about John.
Hey, Philip.
Hey there. Roman. Kayla. Steph.
Hi, Philip.
So is my mother around?
No, you just missed her. She went to Chicago, visiting Cassie.
Ah. I was hoping to catch her, have a little visit.
Well, I’ll tell her you stopped by.
Thanks. [mellow country music]
Steph, do you have a second to talk? In private, if that’s OK.
Oh, yeah. No problem with me.
Excuse us, Mom.
Yeah. Maybe you’re right. Maybe if we didn’t have such solid kids, Steve would’ve had to pack it in a long time ago.
Yeah, well, be careful what you wish for. Sis, you have noticed who Steph is dating?
Oh, don’t you start.
Look, all I’m saying is, wherever Alex Kiriakis goes, drama is sure to follow. [soft rock music]
Theresa.
Alex. 62
They released you?
Uh-huh. Um, look, Alex, I’m sure you’ve got a lot of stuff to say to me right now, but I just had a run-in with Xander, and so if this is gonna be another pile on, I really can’t–
It’s not. Obviously, I don’t admire the things you did last year, but I moved on. I’m happy now with Stephanie. 63
Ste–my cousin? You guys are back together?
Yeah, yeah.
Wow, I really have to hand it to you Kiriakis boys. You sure do like to keep things in the family.
[chuckles sarcastically]
Sorry. Sorry. That was gallows humor. It’s how I cope with being persona non grata now. 64
I get it. You know, Theresa, I really do hope things work out for you.
Really?
Really. Not that this is even remotely in the same league as what you did, but you know, when everybody thought that I was Victor’s son, I became a jerk to everyone, especially my father. Not to mention I just recently ended a relationship very poorly.
Yeah, yeah, you’re right. That is so not in the same league.
Uh-huh. No. [soft dramatic music] All I’m saying is, I know firsthand that people can make bad choices and learn from them. So I really do hope things turn around for you, Theresa.
Thank you, Alex.
And I want you to know I– I wish you the very best with Stephanie. I hope nothing gets in the way of your happiness. [tense music]
Out in the open, huh? What do you think, kiddo? Can Alex and Stephanie handle the truth?
What do you want, Philip? [tense music] 67
Just to see how things are going with Alex.
Ah, right. Well, things are going well. Really well, in fact. And as I’m sure you know, Alex was really excited about his first day at Titan.
I’m glad to hear it.
Mm-hmm.
And we wouldn’t want to do anything to jeopardize that, would we? 68
Oh, I see. That’s what you wanted to talk about.
Listen, I’m the co-CEO of a multinational corporation. I have a duty to my shareholders, my employees, and myself, which means I need to know if you’re planning to blow up everyone’s lives. So I’m asking you… Are you going to tell Alex that I forged Victor’s letter?
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Did I tell you that Maggie called me last night?
Hmm.
She offered to buy coffee for the whole hospital staff until this financial crisis is over.
Oh, that’s very generous of her.
Yeah, except it’s gonna be a bear organizing this thing. So, you know, I was just wondering, maybe if you could help me out until Kate gets back.
I know what you’re doing, brother of mine. You are trying to distract me, and I do appreciate it. 70
Did I succeed?
No, not really, but I do love you for it.
Look, I know it’s hard. I worry about John too. But if I were a betting man, I would wager that Shane came up with something useful. And also, over the years, I’ve– I have learned that when Steve and Marlena form a united front, it is best not to underestimate them.
OK, I’ll get those flights booked. I think there’s a layover in Helsinki. But with any luck, we should be in Estonia by early morning. That is, if we think Shane was telling us the truth.
I think that he was. I mean, his–his expression, his body language. I don’t think he was lying, but–
But what? [tense music]
I think he might have been holding something back. I think there is something he doesn’t want us to know.
[line trills] [phone rings]
Finally, Dad. God, I have to admit, I was starting to feel a little ghosted.
Yeah, I’m– I’m sorry, Jeannie. The truth is, I– I was a bit distracted. 73
Oh? With what?
Well, I’ve just received some rather devastating news.
You know, next time, why don’t you skip the pleasantries and just get straight to it?
OK. Then let me ask again. [clears throat] Are you or are you not going to tell your boyfriend that I forged my father’s letter? [tense music]
You know I don’t like any of this. But I’m also shrewd enough to know that if the truth were to come out, it would cause a lot of suffering for everyone.
Music to my ears– your shrewdness, that is. So just to get on the same page, we’re never going to tell Alex about any of this–
No.
Right? 75
It’ll be our little secret.
Hey.
Hey. I was just stopping by to see if Philip was here, but I guess he’s not. I’m glad I ran into you though.
You are? [soft music]
I want to apologize about last night, when you stopped by with the news about the pregnancy test. I realize I could have handled that a lot more gracefully. Stephanie and I, we didn’t mean to upset you, Joy. We know you’re going through a lot.
Thank you.
Well, then, I guess when Philip gets back, just please tell him I stopped by.
Alex, wait. Um… There’s something that I need to tell you.
[suspenseful music]
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