Daytime Soap Opera Short Recaps
Recap written by Michele and Cheryl
Kayla and Steve got ready for John’s funeral. She felt like it would be hard to keep John’s death from Bo. Steve didn’t want to do anything to cause Bo’s recovery to be set back. He packed up John’s things and his own things at the office. Steve decided to close up Black Patch. He couldn’t do it without John. Kayla didn’t like how dangerous his job was, but she knew that he loved doing it. They were getting ready to leave for the funeral when he hesitated. He wasn’t sure if he could face Marlena. Kayla assured him that Marlena didn’t blame him for what happened. Roman heard them talking and agreed with Kayla. Everyone was grateful for what John did to save Bo’s life. Brady wanted to take Rachel to the funeral, but she didn’t want to go. She felt like he died because she had a dream that he died. Brady told her that John appeared to her to say goodbye to her. He tried to help her feel better about what happened to John. Brady convinced Rachel to say goodbye one last time. Eric told Belle and Carrie that he was nervous about officiating John’s ceremony. Carrie assured him that no one else could do the job. Belle started crying while they were talking. They toasted to John. There were pictures of John and flowers throughout the service. Shane arrived and greeted Marlena. She cried while he hugged her. He told her that John was the best agent he ever worked with, but he was more than an agent. Shane called John a lifelong friend. Marlena assured him that John felt the same way about him. She thanked him for bringing John home. Everyone started gathering for the service.
Carrie and Belle looked at the floral arrangements. Belle was relieved that Sami didn’t show up for the funeral so there wouldn’t be a scene. Carrie told her about Sami chasing after Austin for years so she couldn’t be upset with Belle being with EJ. Steve arrived at the service, and Marlena thanked him for being there. He could never apologize enough. Marlena knew nothing would have stopped him from helping Bo. Steve started crying and hugged her. Paul, Andrew and Eric admired John’s spy equipment. Eric remembered John going on missions when he was a kid. Paul would have loved to hear the stories. He thought that Eric and Andrew were lucky to have known John as long as they did. Andrew told him that he was lucky to have been John’s son. It was the greatest gift Paul could have gotten. Johnny and Chanel saw Rachel by John’s pictures. Rachel was nervous to be around Johnny so she ran away. Johnny noticed that Rachel was distant towards him. Paulina and Abe talked to Marlena when Julie arrived for the service. Marlena nodded while they talked about the arrangements. Cat showed up for the service. Rachel recalled going to a game with John. Marlena told her that it was a perfect day for him. Brady talked to Belle and Carrie. They talked about whether Belle could have a relationship with EJ. Belle wasn’t sure if they could work since her father would hate them being together. Cat walked by Shane. She called him “Director.” She didn’t stop to look at him. Julie and Paulina talked about Eli, Lani and the kids. Paulina realized it was the first funeral in town since Doug passed away. Julie knew Doug would want to be there to honor John’s memory and be there for Marlena. Paulina told her that she’s always there for people too. Julie was uncomfortable when Cat walked by. She didn’t like the idea of Cat and Chad going on a date together. Julie was glad that Jack and Jennifer were gone before Cat got there. Marlena was grateful for Kayla’s condolences and let her know that she would be back to work soon. Kayla was surprised that she would be back soon. Marlena needed to keep busy. Roman talked to Eric and assured him that he would get through the ceremony. He told him that John was always there for him. Roman told him that John loved him very much and was proud of him. Roman was proud of him too.
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