Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Belle sits at home on her laptop until EJ arrives at the door with flowers, wishing Belle a happy birthday.
Philip and Gabi lay in bed together after having sex. Philip comments on there still being a lot he doesn’t know about her. Gabi responds that she’s an excellent teacher as they resume kissing.
Xander calls Philip asking where he is and why his phone is turned off, reminding him that they are in the process of undoing a major merger with press calling and everyone wanting to know what they are going to do. Xander shouts that he could use some bloody help as Theo arrives and remarks that maybe he could lend a hand.
Paulina joins Abe in the town square and talks about being worn out after her city council meeting. Abe comments on Paulina being fond of giving unsolicited advice, so he thought he’d return the favor.
Sarah checks in with Marlena at the hospital and apologizes for calling her while she’s on leave. Marlena says she’s happy to help, so Sarah asks how Sophia is doing. Marlena responds that she’s not good and confirms Sophia has suffered a complete psychological break. Sarah asks what their next step is. Marlena responds that she has to recommend in-patient therapy. Sarah hates that she added to the pressure that Sophia was feeling by confronting her about her lying. Marlena says it was Sarah’s obligation to make sure her baby was safe. Sarah worries that she came at her pretty hard and talks about being in Sophia’s shoes. Sarah adds that she knew how much Brady and Tate were suffering and she wanted to alleviate that by telling them what she knew. Marlena understands she couldn’t do that. Sarah says keeping one secret to protect another was such a heavy burden.
Belle tells EJ that she can’t stand him and tries to shut the door on him. EJ asks her to just accept the flowers and invite him in. EJ says he’s not trying to worm his way back in to her life and he knows this birthday is bittersweet as the first one since her father passed, so he wanted to bring her some cheer. Belle tells EJ that he didn’t have to bring the flowers themselves. EJ admits it was a chance to come see her. Belle asks if she hasn’t made it clear they are over. EJ swears that he didn’t come to win her back but to discuss a legal matter of great importance to their families.
Paulina asks how long Abe is going to stay mad at her because his son took a job that he disapproves of. Abe argues that it’s not a job, but Theo is CEO of DiMera Enterprises and Paulina encouraged it. Paulina denies that and says she only told him to make his own decisions, but she had no idea the job he meant was CEO. Abe points out that Paulina congratulated Theo and argues that she should’ve told him when it first happened. Paulina says they’ve been over that Theo asked her not to say anything and she didn’t want to betray his trust. Abe remarks that she betrayed his instead.
Xander questions who let Theo in. Theo responds that he works here since this is Titan-DiMera until the merger is officially undone, so as of now they are still colleagues. Xander asks what he wants. Theo says that Tony encouraged him to make himself available to Titan leadership. Xander says they are fine. Theo says it didn’t sound that way when he walked in and gets that he’s stressed as he has a lot of big decisions to make in not a lot of time. Theo says he’d like to help. Xander questions how he could possibly help him. Theo states that he ran a very successful tech business and went through something similar not long ago. Xander argues that running major multi-million dollar corporations are a bit more and suggests he go have Tony explain things to him. Theo suggests they work together to do what they need to do and then go their separate ways with no hard feelings. Xander asks if he’s for real.
Philip sees he has two missed calls from Xander. Gabi says that Xander must be pissed that he’s not at work. Philip responds that it was so worth it as he and Gabi kiss. They lay in bed together and talk about the sex they had. Philip comments that Gabi’s on a roll with all this great sex and she got Gabi Chic back. Philip then questions her sad face when it’s all she ever wanted. Gabi responds that at one point it was, but now she realizes she wants so much more.
Marlena tells Sarah that she will put a call in to Bayview to update them on Sophia’s condition so they can answer any questions her mom might have. Sarah thanks her and encourages her to go home and get some rest. Marlena questions why she thinks she needs rest. Marlena guesses she’s been talking to Belle and knows that she passed out on the night of the blackout. Sarah asks her not to be upset with Belle since they are just worried about her and want to figure out what’s going on with her. Marlena thanks her and says she appreciates the concern but she knows the problem was all in her head.
EJ complains that Sophia needs to pay for what she did, being deceitful and lying, calling her a criminal. Belle asks him to stop screaming while EJ declares that he is outraged. Belle remarks that unlike Sophia, EJ doesn’t have mental health issues. EJ questions if she plans to use the temporary insanity defense. Belle says she’s not discussing this with him. EJ argues that Sophia launched a targeted attack on Johnny and took a sledgehammer to Tate’s life. Belle asks if EJ really wants her to throw the book at Sophia which EJ confirms.
Paulina questions Abe saying she betrayed him when all she did was give Theo a sounding board. Abe argues that Theo came away thinking he can do good things at DiMera. Paulina insists that he can. Abe worries that Theo is in way over his head and that taking the job was a huge mistake. Paulina guesses they have a difference of opinion. Abe says he told Theo that he wishes she kept her opinions to herself. Paulina responds that she’s never been shy about saying what she believes and she thought that was one of the things Abe loved about her. Abe states that it is in most cases, but Theo is his son. Paulina says that’s why he talked to her and that he knew he wanted the job. Abe says that Paulina gave him that permission.
Theo tells Xander that he would like their families to be civil going forward. Xander can’t believe he’s always this earnest and questions a decent person being named CEO of DiMera Enterprises. Theo explains that Tony wants to keep DiMera Enterprises in the family and Tony knows that he values integrity and hard work. Theo adds that he doesn’t want to fight, but he will fight as he plans to make DiMera number one and keep it there. Theo states that some people are happy that he’s CEO while some people are not, like Gabi. Philip and Gabi then arrive as Philip jokes that he can call off the search party and then questions Theo being there. Xander states that Theo was just telling him how upset Gabi was that he was named CEO and asks if she cares to tell them why.
Sarah tells Marlena that passing out is not in her head and something must be causing it. Marlena blames it on still grieving the loss of her husband. Sarah asks Marlena if therapy has helped. Marlena believes she just needs to live her life. Sarah worries that she’s ignoring the problem. Marlena says it’s giving herself time and calls it all a process. Sarah thanks Marlena again for recommending couples counseling, noting that their first session was extremely helpful. Marlena says she will see her tomorrow as Sarah tells her to take care of herself and Marlena exits.
Belle comments on Johnny not knowing that EJ is pushing for this and says Johnny doesn’t want EJ fighting his battles for him, asking when he’s going to learn that it always ends in disaster for him. EJ argues that Sophia’s lies didn’t just jeopardize Johnny’s reputation but may have also cost he and Chanel’s chances at adopting. Belle reminds EJ that he’s the reason their original adoption plans fell through and that Johnny’s life is in chaos along with Tate’s and Chanel’s. Belle declares that she’s the district attorney, not EJ, for a reason and argues that she doesn’t use her position to settle personal scores and she won’t be bullied in to doing so. Belle says she will use the evidence to decide how to move forward. Belle tells EJ that he can’t control the universe or her. Belle thanks EJ for the flowers and tells him goodbye as he then walks out.
Gabi claims she wasn’t upset that Theo was named as CEO, just surprised and a little disappointed that she didn’t get heads up. Gabi decides that Philip and Xander have Titan, she has Gabi Chic, and Theo has DiMera so all is well that ends well and there’s nothing more to say about it. Xander asks why Gabi is here then since she got her company back. Gabi responds that she just had a few loose ends to tie up.
Abe argues to Paulina that Theo is in a vulnerable position after Claire cheated on him and dumped him. Paulina thinks it’s good then that Theo is starting fresh while Abe feels there’s nothing good about him being at DiMera Enterprises. Paulina points out that Theo will be the first black, autistic CEO of a major corporation and people around the world will be watching him. Abe asks what makes her think that Theo can handle that pressure. Paulina questions what makes him think that Theo can’t.
Xander remarks that he loves impromptu gatherings but it’s getting a bit crowded. Gabi offers to walk Theo out so they can talk about the transfer of Gabi Chic, so they exit. Xander comments to Philip that Gabi got her company back after begging them for months and the first thing she does is come back here with Philip. Xander tells Philip to cut the crap and questions what’s going on with them.
Theo asks Gabi what that was all about. Gabi says they can’t talk here as they hurry off together.
Marlena goes home and questions Belle working on her birthday. Belle says she’d be very happy to take a break. Marlena gives her flowers for her birthday and wishes her all the best. Belle thanks her as they hug. Marlena then sees her other flowers and says it seems like someone beat her to it. Marlena asks who they are from, so Belle admits they are from EJ.
Paulina knows Abe is worried about what Theo will face at DiMera, but insists that he can stand up for himself. Paulina talks about how they just found out Theo was bullied all those years by Liam but he fought that battle and won. Paulina encourages Abe to have faith in Theo. Abe argues that the DiMeras are different than school bullies while Paulina argues that they are his family. Abe bets the DiMeras are like vultures circling around now.
Gabi and Theo sit together outside the Pub. Gabi tells Theo that he can’t tell anyone that she though Tony was going to name her as CEO of DiMera because she might have helped Tony out a little. Theo brings up that Gabi planted the bug in Xander’s office. Gabi didn’t realize he told him but asks if they can keep this between them since she and Philip are seeing each other. Theo guesses that if Philip finds out that she spied on he and Xander, it might end their relationship before it even starts. Gabi hopes Theo knows that she sincerely apologizes for implying he couldn’t handle being CEO because he’s autistic as she was angry and didn’t mean it. Gabi adds that she knows what it’s like to be discriminated against in the business world, so she’s truly sorry. Theo tells her that she’s lucky that he’s not as vindictive as some other members of his family. Gabi asks if Theo will keep her secret. Theo responds that he will and wishes her luck with Gabi Chic and Philip. Gabi thanks him and wishes him luck with DiMera as she feels he will need it. Gabi then gets up and walks away.
Philip comments that he can’t get anything past Xander. Xander says he’s been more observant where he’s concerned. Philip admits that there’s been an attraction between he and Gabi for awhile which they resisted because she was working for him, but now she’s not anymore so they are seeing where things go. Philip asks if that’s a problem. Xander asks why it would be. Philip says awhile ago, he thought maybe Xander and Gabi might be something. Xander assures that he’s working on his marriage with Sarah and doesn’t want anybody else. Xander thanks Philip again for covering for him because if Sarah found out that he beat him up, she’d never want anything to do with him again. Philip says he doesn’t need to keep thanking him as that’s in the past and they are moving on. Xander admits he feels so guilty and brings up Sarah apologizing for even thinking he was guilty, it gives him a massive urge to come clean. Philip encourages Xander not to give in to that urge, reminding him that they are the only ones who know the truth and tells him to focus on fixing his marriage. Xander says he has to get going to meet Sarah for lunch. Xander tells Philip that he and Gabi do look good together, which makes Philip happy as Xander then exits the office.
Marlena questions EJ sending Belle flowers and asks if she should be worried. Belle calls it a typical EJ move to use her birthday to get in the door and then reveal the real reason he came was to ask her to prosecute Sophia, so she threw him out. Marlena says that’s good and mentions just seeing Sophia at the hospital. Belle asks how she is doing. Marlena says it may be awhile before they have any answers. Marlena adds that it reminds her of when Sami was pregnant with Will as a teenager. Belle remarks that Sami may have been destructive, but also incredibly strong. Marlena encourages that Belle is too. Belle credits Marlena as being her role model. Marlena brings up that Sarah mentioned Belle was asking about her health. Belle apologizes for going behind her back but says she heard about what happened in the blackout. Marlena says there’s nothing to worry about while Belle argues that she passed out for a second time and didn’t tell anyone. Belle says that’s not okay as she needs Marlena to be okay and to stick around for a very long time as they hug.
Sarah joins Xander in his room where Xander gives her a massage.
Gabi returns to the Titan office and tells Philip that everything is cool with Theo. Philip says he knows the corporate stuff can get messy. Gabi assures that she and Theo are definitely on the same page.
Theo goes to the DiMera Mansion and asks EJ if Tony is around. EJ says he just stepped out and offers Theo a drink to congratulate him. Theo responds that he would be up for a game of chess. EJ says it’s been awhile. Theo says he’s learned a few new tricks since they last played. EJ says he has too.
Paulina encourages Abe that Theo can outsmart all the DiMeras put together. Abe argues that this isn’t about Theo’s intelligence or his business acumen. Abe complains that the issue is that Paulina gave Theo advice that she knows he never would. Abe asks what she would think if he did that to Chanel.
Marlena promises Belle that she’s not going to lose her. Marlena says she’s fine and was just a little under the weather. Marlena adds that Sarah is taking care of her and there’s nothing to worry about. Marlena suggests they knock off work for the day and enjoy a Jason Bourne movie together which Belle says she would love.
Philip invites Gabi to have dinner with him as he’d like to take her on a proper date. Gabi jokes that her last proper date cost her 15 grand. Philip recalls being there and says they don’t have to revisit that. Gabi assures that her date with Alex was strictly platonic and just to make JJ jealous as Alex is with Stephanie. Philip points out that his last date was also with Stephanie. Gabi jokes about the small dating pool in Salem. Philip says that Alex and Stephanie can have each other as he’d say they both traded up. Philip and Gabi then kiss.
Paulina tells Abe that she would trust that he was coming from a good place and that she didn’t mean to hurt him. Paulina is sorry that he’s so angry. Abe argues that she’s not sorry for what she did. Paulina says she did what she thought was right. Abe tells her that she is wrong.
EJ and Theo play chess. EJ asks how it’s going at DiMera. Theo responds that he hasn’t really started yet. EJ says he’s always around if he needs any advice. Theo thanks him but says he’ll be fine. Theo adds that Tony told him that EJ has no interest in running the company. EJ confirms that he has his hands full with the hospital and he’s enjoying the new challenge. Theo says Chad is too with the newspaper. EJ says they are both quite sure their father’s legacy is safe in Theo’s very capable hands. EJ tells Theo that it appears they have reached a stalemate in their chess game.
Sarah tells Xander that she was thinking they could sleep under the same roof more often so Victoria isn’t shuttled back and forth. Xander asks if she’s asking him to move back in to the Kiriakis Mansion. Sarah clarifies that he’d be in a guest room while they work on their marriage. Xander responds that he’d happily make any move that gets him closer to her and Victoria. Xander thanks Sarah for giving them a chance. Sarah says everything is out in the open now with no more secrets and lies, so she really thinks they can rebuild the trust between them and put their family back together as they hug.
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