Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Gabi goes to see Steve at his Black Patch office and tells him that the freedom of information act he requested as her bosses at Titan-DiMera freaking out, to which Steve replies “good.”
Stephanie types on her laptop until Alex comes home.
Belle runs in to Philip in the town square. Philip says he’s heading to the office while Belle informs him that the case is with the jury now. Philip asks how soon she thinks before they have a verdict. Belle says it could be hours or it could be days. Philip is sure she did great. Belle hopes not too great since her job was to prove that Johnny shot his father, but she’s hoping she fell short and her nephew will be found not guilty.
Marlena brings Rachel to the DiMera Mansion where EJ is pouring a drink in the living room. Marlena asks EJ how it went in court as she heard Johnny fired him. EJ tells her the case is with the jury now. Rachel begins playing with a glass ornament from the table. Marlena tells her to put it down because it’s glass, triggering a flashback for EJ that reveals Rachel holding the gun on him as he questioned what she was doing. Marlena repeats for Rachel to put that down, triggering a further flashback for EJ as Rachel held the gun on him, demanding he tell her where her Grandma Rachel is. Rachel ends up dropping the glass ornament, shattering it, and the sound triggers EJ to remember that it was Rachel who shot him, leaving EJ shocked by the realization. Marlena tells Rachel not to worry as Rachel says she’s really sorry. Marlena tells Rachel to go upstairs and let Kristen know she’s home as she will be so excited to see her. Rachel tells EJ that she’s sorry as she then heads upstairs. Marlena then guesses that EJ remembers, which he confirms. EJ is in shock as he declares that it was his niece Rachel who shot him.
Stephanie tells Alex that she was just figuring out the logistics of a scene she was working on. Stephanie talks about writing a murder mystery being hard. Alex jokes that he personally preferred when she was working on a romance novel as he kisses her but acknowledges that this will test her range. Stephanie says the real test will be when Kate gets it, assuming she ever gets it done. Alex guesses this isn’t the best time to distract her then but Stephanie says she’s always up for a certain type of distraction as they kiss. Alex stops and says he first needs to ask her for a favor.
Gabi questions Steve as to how this good since if the request gets traced back to him and then her, she’s toast. Steve assures that won’t happen and says it’s already handled. Gabi remains nervous that anyone is asking questions. Steve reminds her that she hired him to look in to Titan-DiMera. Steve says he finished the documents and learned a lot. Gabi asks what dirty deeds Xander and Philip did. Steve reveals they did nothing and that everything he read was completely fine. Steve adds that he even had Austin double check it. Gabi guesses they have nothing on them then but Steve says he didn’t say that.
Philip tells Belle that he still can’t believe she had to prosecute her own nephew. Belle remarks that they both know who put her there. Philip admits he heard what EJ did to her. Belle states that EJ revealing their relationship to the entire court in an attempt to force a mistrial was the most embarrassing moment of her career. Philip says he’s really sorry that happened and that she and EJ broke up, but then admits that he’s not.
Kristen joins Rachel in her room and hugs her, asking how her morning with Marlena was. Rachel says it was amazing and she can’t wait to read her new book. Rachel thanks her for getting a snake. Kristen responds that she would do anything for her.
EJ guesses that Marlena knew. Marlena says no, but she suspected it. EJ asks why and when. Marlena says when EJ was under hypnosis, it was his tone when trying to talk down the shooter. EJ says it could’ve been anyone he cared about. Marlena points out that EJ was seated and looking the shooter in the eye, while if it would’ve been an adult, he would’ve been looking up. EJ can’t believe it was a child. Marlena talks about Rachel struggling so much ever since the shooting. Marlena says they knew she was in the house and in the room. Marlena declares that now her worst fears are confirmed.
Philip admits that EJ isn’t the only one who put Belle in a bad position. Belle assures that they are in a good place now as friends. Philip recalls giving her his support even though he knew EJ was bad for her in every way. Philip tells her that he’s there for her if she needs someone to lean on. Belle thanks him as Philip says it’s onward and upwards.
Gabi tells Steve that she’s confused. Steve says that these requests are common and questions why Xander and Philip would be freaking out about like she said. Gabi says they are hiding something and asks what is the next step. Steve says he’s gone through everything but there must be something else about the takeover that has him worried.
Alex tells Stephanie that he hates to ask her this but Xander asked him to figure out who is looking in to the takeover and he’s had zero luck figuring out who this Daniel Lucas guy is. Stephanie flashes back to confronting Steve over it. Alex informs Stephanie that Xander asked him to hire her to do PR as a precaution since someone is digging in to the merger, so Xander is worried that sooner or later, everyone is going to figure out that Philip is not an heir to Titan since Victor’s letter was a forgery. Stephanie points out that secret hasn’t come out yet. Alex calls that a miracle considering how many people know about it. Alex says best case scenario is that Philip’s secret stays buried, but if it doesn’t, Xander wanted Stephanie to have a response ready to go, to get in front of any news that might leak and mitigate any damage to the company. Alex knows it’s a huge ask but asks if she thinks she can help him.
Kristen tells Rachel that they could go have lunch and then get flowers in the garden. Rachel asks if she wanted her to go stay with Brady because she thinks EJ is mad at her. Kristen asks why EJ would be mad at her. Rachel responds that maybe he’s not mad yet, but he will be if Johnny goes to prison.
EJ complains that he knew Marlena didn’t want him to remember who the shooter was and that’s why she stopped their hypnosis sessions to protect Rachel. EJ argues that Rachel is turning out just like her mother as she lied this whole time and was perfectly willing to let Johnny take the fall for this heinous crime. Marlena argues that Rachel didn’t lie, she doesn’t remember it. EJ questions how she knows. Marlena explains her belief that Rachel had a form of amnesia, they were both traumatized, and that her subconscious mind is trying to protect her now. Marlena says they have to be so careful with how this comes out because finding out could damage Rachel far beyond repair.
Belle asks Philip how work is. Philip admits it could be better as he and Xander are still struggling to peacefully co-exist and there’s been concern because someone has been poking around for information on the merger with a fear that they are trying to overturn it. Belle suggests starting with the DiMeras and asks who else it would be. Gabi then approaches and greets them, asking the latest on Johnny’s trial. Belle says they are waiting on a verdict and then gets a call so she steps away to answer. Philip says he should get going but Gabi stops him and says she’d like a word about Titan-DiMera first. Belle answers her call from Steve, who asks if she has some time to talk in person. Belle says she’s free now.
Alex understands why Stephanie would be reluctant since she didn’t have a great time doing PR for Titan in the past which he blames himself for. Stephanie thinks it would be better if she recommends someone, arguing there are plenty of people that Xander could hire. Alex disagrees, pointing out that they need someone they can trust, Stephanie already knows about Philip’s secret, and she’s the best at what she does. Alex adds that if she can’t do it, he understands and will tell Xander they have to figure out something else. Stephanie tells Alex that she’ll do it for him, not for Xander.
Kristen tells Rachel that she’s okay with her staying with Brady just because things have been hectic lately, so they thought it would be good for her to stay with Marlena until things calm down. Rachel asks if that’s the only reason. Kristen says being with her makes Marlena less sad since John died. Rachel asks what if she comes back home and Johnny goes to prison. Kristen assures that Johnny is not going to prison and that EJ is not mad that she had to testify that she saw Johnny on that night as he understands she had to tell the truth. Kristen reminds her that they are going to have lunch and then walk in the garden. Kristen asks if she wants to go out or stay in for lunch. Rachel decides on staying in so Kristen says she’ll head to the kitchen and be back in a minute.
EJ angrily pours another drink as Marlena asks if he remembers everything that happened now. EJ confirms he does and says he knows that it was an accident and Rachel didn’t mean to pull the trigger which relieves Marlena. EJ states that Rachel just wanted him to tell her where her Grandmother was and he only has himself to blame. EJ worries about the damage he has caused as Kristen walks in and asks what’s going on. EJ informs Kristen that he has something to tell her that might be very difficult for her to hear. EJ reveals that he just remembered who shot him, so Kristen asks who. EJ responds that it was Rachel.
Alex thanks Stephanie and says he really appreciates it. Stephanie agrees to do her best to make sure Titan is prepared for anything. Alex thanks her again and says there is something else he wants to tell her. Alex says on the topic of digging up information, there’s something she should know that her dad found out about him. Stephanie asks what he found out.
Belle goes to see Steve in his office. Belle looks at his photo of he and John, noting that it’s the first time she’s been to Black Patch since John passed. Steve recalls the photo being right after the first case they solved. Steve tells her that John spent that money on a bracelet for Marlena as there was nothing more important to John than making his family happy. Steve tells Belle that he knows how hard this has been on them to lose him so suddenly. Steve asks Belle to let him know if there’s anything he can do to make it easier on her. Belle thanks him and suggests just saying a prayer that Johnny is found not guilty. Belle asks what he wanted to talk about. Steve responds that he needs some information and he’s hoping he has her complete confidence.
Philip tells Gabi that he’s not sure what they have to talk about since they don’t even work in the same division anymore. Gabi suggests changing that and invites Philip to talk about it over lunch at the Bistro. Philip brings up Gabi being banned from there after kissing Xander and it turning in to a whole scene. Gabi questions who told him that. Philip tells her that it’s Salem and people talk. Philip guesses that Gabi struck out with Xander, so now she’s trying to butter him up but he’s not falling for her act.
Kristen questions EJ saying that Rachel shot him. EJ says he’s afraid so. Kristen argues that she knew he could go low but questions blaming a child and his own niece. Marlena states that EJ is telling the truth. Kristen questions Marlena going along with it. EJ tells her it’s a fact that it wasn’t Johnny, it was Rachel.
Alex finishes telling Stephanie the story about him stealing a parrot and dropping his toga which Stephanie calls epic. Alex says despite the embarrassing details, it made for a nice bonding moment for he and Steve which was huge because they know Steve is not his biggest fan. Stephanie jokes that she’s going to work that story in to her next book. Alex says that’s what he was afraid of.
Belle tells Steve that she won’t say anything and asks what’s going on. Steve explains that he has a new client that is very interested in the Titan-DiMera takeover. Steve says as he’s gotten deeper in to the case, he’s been hearing rumblings about Philip engaging in some unethical behavior, so he thought since Belle represented him not long ago in the lawsuit against Xander, he wondered if she knew anything about Philip doing anything like that with the family business.
Gabi questions what Philip is talking about. Philip argues that Gabi is trying to make him an ally so that she can take Gabi Chic and run. Gabi complains that the thought never crossed her mind since they’ve made it clear they won’t let her go and she’s accepted that she is stuck. Gabi asks if they can’t just grab a bite and talk shop. Philip questions why now when they’ve been working together for months. Gabi decides since Philip is being so cynical, she’ll be on her way then. Philip stops her and brings up that someone is trying to blow up the Titan-DiMera merger. Philip guesses that it’s Gabi.
Marlena tells Kristen that she saw the look on EJ’s face and the horror in his eyes as EJ explains that the glass breaking triggered his memory of the gunshot. EJ goes over how Rachel was wearing pink pajamas and standing in the same spot on the night of his shooting. EJ recalls Kristen going to shower while Rachel said on the witness stand that she snuck back downstairs and went back up to pretend to be asleep. EJ questions what happened in between, pointing out that they never saw her while Johnny was there. EJ states that what actually happened after Rachel claimed to go back upstairs was that Johnny handed him the gun and ran out the doors while he put the gun down on the table before Rachel came in, picked up the gun and pointed it at him while asking where her Grandmother was, then the gun went off. EJ adds that he knows it was an accident but he remembers it clear as day. Marlena says this explains Rachel’s nightmares and upset stomach. Kristen can’t believe it and starts to cry while EJ declares that he can’t sacrifice his son for her daughter. Marlena calls it a very complicated situation that they need to find a solution for. Marlena decides she will go check on Rachel to give EJ and Kristen some time together. Kristen tells her that Cook was making them lunch so Marlena agrees to take it to Rachel and exits. Kristen begs EJ not to go to the police, crying that Rachel is so fragile and it would break her to find out what she did. EJ says he obviously doesn’t want to turn her in, but his son’s freedom is hanging in the balance, so he questions what other option he has but to tell the truth.
Stephanie puts a bed sheet on like a toga and asks if Alex is up for a toga party. Alex decides lunch can wait and follows her to the bedroom.
Gabi tells Philip that is an unfair accusation and that she would never mess with the merger. Philip says he’s going to run it by Xander. Gabi swears on her daughter’s life that she did not file the information request and she wouldn’t say that if she was lying. Philip responds that he almost thinks she’s for real. Gabi insists that she’s telling the truth and he has to believe her. Philip decides he does for now, so Gabi thanks him. Gabi asks what about a non-business lunch as just two old friends hanging out which Philip agrees to.
Belle tells Steve that she would love to help him but she can’t as she is bound by attorney-client privilege. Steve thanks her for coming by anyways and wishes her luck with the trial. Belle apologizes, knowing he’s disappointed but Steve tells her not to worry about it as Belle then exits. Steve then calls Paul and asks how he and Andrew are doing. Steve says he has a big favor to ask, reminding him of the Xander vs Philip court case where Philip ended up with half of Titan. Steve wonders if the ISA can get ahold of the original court records.
Marlena brings Rachel her lunch and they talk about her snake. Rachel mentions missing her mom and asks if Marlena would be sad if she didn’t live with her anymore. Marlena assures that she would miss her but she’d hope to see her a lot. Rachel says she would visit all the time. Rachel asks if Marlena thinks it’s true that Johnny won’t go to prison. Marlena responds that she doesn’t think Johnny will go to prison and she thinks that’s true now more than ever.
Kristen cries that she can’t lose her daughter and asks EJ what she is supposed to do. Kristen remarks on going on the run always working out. EJ tells her to get ahold of herself so she can think straight but warns that she can’t take too much time. Kristen complains that her daughter’s future is on the line while EJ argues that his son’s future is in the hands of a jury as they speak. EJ declares that he loves Rachel but he will not let his son go down for something she did, so unless Kristen can come up with a way for Johnny to walk out of court a free man, he will have no other choice but to reveal that Rachel is the one who shot him.
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