Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Chad works on his laptop at the Brady Pub as Brady enters and greets him. Chad asks how Rachel is. Brady guesses he heard about her skipping school to go to the prison. Chad confirms that Thomas told him about it. Brady says she’s fine but admits it scared the hell out of him. Chad tells him that he’s sorry for everything they are going through. Brady thanks Chad. Chad offers anything he can to help. They talk about the fight that Rachel and Thomas had at school. Brady jokes that Rachel is like her mom in that she’s used to getting her own way. Chad assures that he told Thomas to just be there for Rachel through a tough time. They relate to being a father being the toughest job they’ll ever have.
Stephanie continues packing her things at her apartment and talks to Alex about moving over to his apartment and redecorating. Stephanie notes Alex being distracted and not hearing her. Alex apologizes as he’s reading a story about Tony’s lawsuit. Stephanie suggests he text Philip or Xander to find out what’s going on. Alex says he would, but they treated him like crap yesterday and Xander’s blaming him for the whole mess. Stephanie recalls Alex then coming home and blaming her. Alex admits that was not his finest hour and apologizes. Stephanie knows he’s under a lot of stress. Alex says it’s no excuse for him to be a jerk. Alex thanks her but admits he’s not over how he left things with Xander. Stephanie suggests he go do things about it. Alex points out that they are packing while Stephanie points out that she is packing. Stephanie tells him to go settle things with his family and then they can focus on them. Alex calls her the best and thanks her, adding that he can’t wait to live together. Alex kisses her and then exits.
At the Kiriakis Mansion, Maggie is shocked by what she received in the mail and tosses the papers.
At the Titan office, Xander and Philip go over the lawsuit. Xander wishes there was a loophole to get them out of this mess but says they are dead to rights. Philip says he spoke to the lawyers, who said they will almost certainly lose if this goes to trial. Xander hoped making Philip an official CEO would make a difference. Philip says it’s too different to fix what he did. Xander wishes they could dig up dirt on Tony but he seems to have been clean for years. Xander says they’d need more time or they are going to have to concede to Tony’s demands and return all DiMera assets. Philip reminds him that it’s not enough for Tony as he wants it all and questions what they are going to do. Xander says they only have one day to figure it out as the clock is ticking and their father’s legacy is on the line.
At the DiMera Mansion, EJ tells Tony that he would’ve loved to have seen the look on Xander and Philip’s faces when they realized Tony held all the cards. EJ congratulates Tony and says he would call for a celebratory drink but he has to get to the office. Tony agrees they can do that when DiMera is officially back in their hands. EJ asks Tony to let him know when they make a decision. EJ remarks that he almost feels sorry for them, except they brought it upon themselves. Tony says they actually thought taking over DiMera would go unanswered. Tony declares that Philip and Xander may have won the first battle, but promises they will win the war.
EJ goes to his office at the hospital and calls Rita, thanking her for all her hard work on the remodel. EJ tells her that it’s time to shift things in to high gear.
Stephanie continues packing her things at home when she gets a call from EJ, who asks if they can move up their meeting this afternoon. Stephanie agrees to come now and asks what’s going on. EJ responds that they need to discuss big plans he has for the Tom Horton Free Clinic.
Brady tells Chad that with everything going on at Titan-DiMera, they could get in a lot of trouble for meeting like this. Chad says their families are at war, but he’s staying out of it this time. Brady says he’s doing the same. Chad admits that Tony tried to recruit him, but he gave him his blessing and said he wasn’t interested. Chad explains that’s not what he needs at this stage of his life. Brady asks how it’s going for him at the paper. Chad says it’s good and he can stay out of the war between families, so he’s at peace building a life away from all of that. Brady asks if he has no regrets walking away from the family legacy. Chad assures there’s none at all.
Xander complains about Tony while Philip tells him that this is the second time that Tony got the best out of him. Philip explains that Tony got his hands on an alternate fuel project he was working on for Titan, they argued about it, and it kind of led to Tony falling down a flight of stairs. Xander remarks that accidents do happen. Philip tells him not to think about it. Xander calls it just an observation. Alex arrives, so Xander questions what he’s doing back. Alex responds that he’s not pushing him out and that he’s every bit a part of the family as he is, so he’s going to help them figure out this situation with DiMera. Philip agrees that they don’t need to be attacking each other right now. Alex says if they are serious about standing together, there is somebody else that they need to bring in to the fold.
Maggie goes to the DiMera Mansion to confront Tony about what he pulled.
Chad leaves the Brady Pub and runs in to Cat. Chad calls it a nice surprise as he thought she was at work. Cat responds that she took a personal day for a family matter. Chad remembers it’s Mark’s parole hearing and asks if he’s getting out.
Stephanie meets EJ in his office. Stephanie mentions that she’s in the process of moving in with Alex. EJ congratulates her and asks how Alex is reacting to Tony’s bombshell. Stephanie says he’ll be fine but she’s not sure about Xander and Philip. EJ assures her that he had no idea about what Tony was planning. Stephanie says that’s good to know while EJ notes she sounds skeptical. Stephanie says she’s just trying to stay out of the way, reminding EJ that last time she got caught in the middle of a family feud, she got locked in a morgue. EJ remarks that hopefully that doesn’t happen this time.
Tony guesses Maggie is upset with him. Maggie says she has a right to be as an owner of Titan, the lawsuit is a direct attack on her. Maggie adds that she hasn’t spoken to Xander and Philip, but she knows they had a meeting with him today. Maggie says this isn’t about them, but she thought as old friends, Tony could explain his demands directly to her face. Tony responds that he has nothing to say, unlike her family, but he’s afraid she isn’t going to like what she hears.
Alex brings Brady in to the office. Philip thanks him for coming. Brady is surprised they even want him here since they didn’t even consult him before everything went to Hell. Xander tells him he can leave if he doesn’t want to stay. Brady assures that he’s staying out of obligation to his grandfather and father’s legacy. Philip insists they are glad to have him here. Brady tells Philip that Alex told him what he did with the forged letter. Brady says to forget all about that and asks what’s going on. Alex asks what happened in the meeting with Tony. Xander explains that Tony made it clear that he knows about Philip’s fraud but he agreed to stay quiet if they agree to his demands. Alex questions what those are. Philip responds that Tony wants DiMera back and he wants Titan too.
Cat tells Chad that the parole board hasn’t gotten back yet. Chad says it’s good that she spoke on his behalf and hopes the good letters can counter what Jack and Jennifer wrote. Cat admits what they wrote was hard to sit through even though she expected it and can’t blame them after what she and Mark put them through. Cat thanks Chad again for not speaking against Mark as she knows that was not an easy decision to make. Cat repeats that she does not take lightly what they put his family through. Chad acknowledges that she’s shown him that. Cat says she’s going to get something to eat at the Pub before going to work. Chad thought she was taking a personal day. Cat says she was, but she can’t just sit around waiting for Mark’s result. Chad points out that EJ is not expecting her in, so he asks if they can go to her place as there’s something he wants to talk to her about.
Stephanie asks EJ about saying he had news on the Tom Horton Free Clinic. EJ says it seems construction is actually ahead of schedule. Stephanie knows the hospital staff is very excited. EJ admits she was right about the name as it’s gone a long way with the public. Stephanie says she’s glad she could help. EJ responds that he needs her help again.
Tony tells Maggie that he wants DiMera and Titan which Maggie calls unfair. Tony asks if it was fair when Philip and Xander stole his family’s company. Maggie calls that not the same. Tony brings up the fraud that Philip committed. Maggie says she knows all about it. Tony questions her being fine with it. Maggie says she doesn’t condone it, but she knows Victor would’ve wanted his sons at the top of Titan. Tony remarks that her opinion wouldn’t have much sway in court. Maggie calls Tony so much better than this and argues that what he’s doing is so petty and spiteful. Tony responds that what he’s doing is honoring his father’s memory and he is determined on Stefano’s behalf, to make DiMera as strong as it can be. Maggie responds that she owes it to Victor’s memory to do whatever she can to stop him.
Brady questions Tony demanding they hand over Titan including Basic Black. Philip points out that Tony did offer to pay them fair market value. Alex hopes they told him to take his offer and shove it. Xander wishes they could’ve while Philip explains that it would then lead to court where everything would come out in public including his fraud. Xander states that not only would Philip go to prison, it would likely be the death knell of the company altogether. Alex says they need to make a deal with Tony, but he’s a half reasonable guy for a DiMera, so maybe there’s room for negotiation. Brady says no and that they should let Tony have all of Titan.
Chad and Cat go to her apartment to talk. Chad sits with her and tells her that he doesn’t think he can do this anymore.
EJ tells Stephanie that he’s ready to make a formal announcement. Stephanie says she has a draft for a press release and can have something for him to approve by the end of the day. Stephanie adds that she’ll have to work fast and reach out for interviews and to community leaders. EJ says that sounds great and to let him know what she needs. Stephanie admits she’s had doubts about him and still does, but commends him on this project. EJ says he appreciates her support. Stephanie declares that the Tom Horton Free Clinic will approve a lot of lives and could change the way that people look at the DiMera family.
Tony asks Maggie to try not to be adversaries. Tony warns that he can be ruthless if need be. Maggie responds that she can too. Tony says he’s trying to avoid that and asks her to convince her stepsons to settle this in a civilized, private manner. Maggie argues that he accused them of fraud in public. Tony says he kept what he knew to himself. Tony argues that if the nature of Philip and Vivian’s fraud is exposed, Philip could be facing prison time. Maggie asks if he would do that to him. Tony says if he forces him to. Tony urges Maggie to do the right thing and convince her stepsons to accept his demands. Tony remarks that it may sting for awhile, but it will save both of their families from an all out war.
Alex questions Brady thinking they should just give up. Philip asks what happened to saving the company that honored their parents. Xander complains that Brady doesn’t care about the company. Brady explains that he never knew his mother, but she gave his grandfather’s name as his middle name and John built Basic Black which carries his name, so the idea of Titan falling in to DiMera’s hands makes him sick but this place is a shell of it’s former self because of Xander and Philip. Xander argues that things were going well in the beginning. Brady says that was up until Xander was accused of beating Philip. Philip notes that was falsely accused while Alex points out the damage was already done. Brady declares that the point is the company is not going to stand on it’s own two feet if they keep it. Brady says if they get a giant payout from Tony, they’ll at least be working with something instead of a whole pile of nothing. Alex agrees that he has a point that they would have something. Philip argues that they didn’t grow up being told that this was his destiny. Brady talks about Victor teaching them all to fight so that’s what they do, even if that meant fighting each other. Brady says they have all spent their life vying for the top spot including lying, putting each other in the hospital, taking freedom away, and splitting families. Brady declares that maybe it’s time they realize that Titan isn’t the golden prize that Victor made it out to be and maybe it’s a curse.
Cat questions if Chad wants them to stop seeing each other. Chad says he doesn’t want to do it sneaking around anymore. Cat asks if he’s saying he wants to go public. Chad’s not sure about that and explains that Thomas asked him the other day if he like liked her. Cat questions where he got the idea. Chad says that Felicity said something to him at mini golf which Cat apologizes for. Cat asks what he told Thomas. Chad says that they were friends and enjoy spending time together, but it’s more than that and he hates lying to his kids. Cat hates him having to lie to them. Cat admits that Aaron asked her if she had feelings for him and she said the same thing, but she doesn’t think he believed a word she said. They agree that lying to their families sucks, but Cat notes that telling the world could also be problematic. Chad asks where they go from here then.
EJ tells Stephanie that he is hoping building the free clinic makes people think differently of him and his family, but that can only happen if they get the word out so they need to make a big splash. Stephanie suggests a grand opening, big press event, or Paulina giving a speech. EJ notes that Paulina is hardly a fan of him. Stephanie says she cares about the people of Salem and the hospital, so she’s sure she would help. EJ responds that he’s thinking something even bigger. Stephanie suggests a party or a gala with an elegant black tie affair with anyone who is anyone in Salem.
Alex questions Brady thinking Victor’s legacy is a curse. Brady reminds Alex of what it did to him when he thought he was Victor’s son. Brady responds that the legacy of this family is ripping itself apart, so he’s starting to think they’d all be better off if they just let it go. Xander calls that loser talk and refuses to just roll over and let Tony take Titan, vowing to hold on to it with whatever it takes. Brady argues that he’s letting his ego get in the way of a good business decision. Brady asks if Philip sees that, but Philip says he actually agrees with Xander. Philip believes they can and will save Titan, even if it’s from the ground up. Brady questions how they plan to do that when they tanked it when it was doing well. Alex suggests stepping back and looking at the financials. Xander declares there is no way they are giving up Titan and tells Brady that he can feel free to hand over Basic Black. Brady says he’s just trying to be practical. Xander feels he’s being a coward. Brady argues that it’s reality. Brady argues that Philip will go to jail. Xander talks about not wanting Brady and Alex involved in the first place as the arguing escalates until Maggie walks in and questions what in the world is going on here.
Cat tells Chad that option one is they stop seeing each other. Chad says no to that as he thinks it’s going well and wants to see where it goes. Cat agrees and says option two is going public including telling Chad’s kids and facing backlash from Abigail’s family. Cat thinks he’s definitely not ready for that. Chad says he’d just like some time to think about it. Cat gets it and says she’s following his lead on all of this as she wants what’s best for him and his family. Chad says he has no clue what that is but thanks her for understanding. Cat is sorry it’s so complicated. Chad says when it’s just them, it’s anything but complicated. They kiss until Cat gets a call from prison. Cat answers and it’s her brother Mark. Cat is excited and tells Mark to call his lawyer. Cat hangs up and announces that they granted Mark’s parole and he doesn’t have a release date yet, but he’s coming home. Chad says that’s great and he’s really happy for her. Cat admits she’s so relieved and then remarks that their complicated situation just got a little more complicated.
Stephanie tells EJ that they can make the gala a huge celebration for the whole town. Stephanie adds that being in Tom Horton’s name, she’s sure all the Hortons would come out in full force. EJ laughs at the idea of the Hortons coming to a party thrown by a DiMera. Stephanie encourages that being what he wants. Stephanie brings up EJ agreeing to the name change of the clinic and says he can take a victory lap. EJ agrees with Stephanie’s idea for the gala. Stephanie tells him it will be huge.
Philip tells Maggie that they met with Tony today. Maggie says she knows as she just came from seeing him. Xander brings up Tony wanting Titan. Maggie says what she doesn’t understand is why the four of them are fighting each other when they should be pulling together. Xander remarks that some of them don’t have the stomach for battle and would rather raise the white flag. Brady explains that he thought they should take the money and rebuild, but if he’s the only one that feels that way, they can have fun with it. Maggie stops him and says she hears where he’s coming from but he’s wrong. Maggie declares now is the time to fight for Victor’s sake, but they have to do it together. Xander comments on having doubts. Maggie tells Xander to be a leader and not drive away his allies, especially family, just because they don’t agree with him. Maggie proclaims that this is their chance to save Titan and unite the Kiriakis family like never before. Maggie admits that Victor couldn’t see past his ego to see what was best for the whole family, while they have an opportunity to do that and that’s truly the legacy they are fighting for. Maggie asks if it’s worth a shot and if they can set aside differences to work together. Philip says he does and Xander says yes. Maggie declares that they will then show Tony that the Kiriakis family isn’t going down without a fight.
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