Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Chanel walks through the town square while on the phone with Johnny, asking him how Chicago is. Chanel mentions that Paulina and Abe are babysitting Trey while she finished up at the Bakery and adds that she found the cutest baby’s first Christmas ornament that she can’t wait to show up. Chanel tells him to hurry back as they hang up.
Sarah finds Holly in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion. Holly says she was just dropping things off from her dorm and now she’s packing for Paris. Holly talks about being excited to see Nicole, Eric, and Jude but mentions that she will miss Sarah, Maggie, and Tate.
Brady joins Tate as he finishes his shift at the Pub. Tate mentions going to see Holly and asks if Brady came for dinner. Brady says he needs to talk to him about something, so Tate asks what’s going on. Brady reveals that he’s moving out of the townhouse which shocks Tate.
Sophia and Rachel play cards at Bayview. Rachel complains about the dinner they got and that she’s starving. Rachel says she’ll ask Brady to bring them Buddy’s Burgers when he comes tomorrow. Sophia then suggests that she go get them some right now.
Stephanie is in her hotel in Chicago, on the phone with Steve. Stephanie tells him that the book signing went great, the turnout was huge, and her fans were so nice. Stephanie says she won’t be sight seeing as she is in for the night. Stephanie says she loves him as they hang up. Someone in all black appears outside of Stephanie’s room again.
Tate questions Brady moving out. Brady explains that he and Marlena are not seeing eye to eye lately when it comes to Rachel, so he doesn’t think it’s a good idea that they live under the same roof right now. Tate argues that it doesn’t make sense because Marlena has always had his back, especially when it comes to Rachel, so he asks what’s really going on here. Brady says that’s between he and Marlena and he just thinks it’s for the best. Tate says not for him. Brady feels it’s a long time coming that he get his own place. Tate feels it will probably take awhile to find a place so he won’t be leaving right away but Brady reveals he’s actually leaving tonight. Tate questions where he’s going to live in the meantime.
Holly and Sarah talk about Victoria being excited for Christmas. Sarah asks what Holly’s plans are for tonight. Holly says Tate is meeting her at the dorms so they can spend as much time together as possible before she goes to Paris. Sarah knows they will miss each other but points out that Holly won’t be gone long. Sarah is glad that Holly and Tate worked things out. Holly wishes Sarah and Xander could’ve done the same and guesses because of that, it will feel like a sad Christmas this year. Sarah agrees but says that she and Xander aren’t meant to be so it’s for the best that they are not together. Sarah mentions signing the divorce papers and waiting on the official decree, so it’s just a matter of time before she gets to move on with her life without Xander in it.
Rachel questions Sophia thinking she’s just going to walk out of Bayview to get them Buddy’s Burgers. Sophia responds that Rachel is going to help her do it.
Chanel goes home where Paulina tells her that she just got Trey to sleep. Chanel thanks her as Paulina says it’s no trouble. Chanel talks about Paulina and Abe being patient with Trey. Chanel asks where Abe is. Paulina responds that Abe is not there and reveals that no one seems to know where Theo is.
Stephanie is startled by her hotel room door being opened so she goes to attack but it turns out to be Alex coming to surprise her.
Tate questions Brady moving in to the Kiriakis Mansion tonight. Brady calls it temporary but says that Maggie generously offered him a room for as long as he needs it. Tate questions what he’s supposed to do since the dorms are closing for the holidays. Brady assures him this has nothing to do with him as it’s between he and Marlena. Brady adds that Tate can stay with Marlena if he wants. Tate doesn’t know what he wants to do. Brady knows it’s sudden and a lot to take in. Brady says it’s entirely up to him but kind of hoped he’d like to come to the Kiriakis Mansion with him, so at least he’d have one of his kids with him during the holidays.
Sophia tells Rachel that she’s been scoping the place out since day one and thinks she found a crack in security. Sophia explains how she found out when one of the security guards always takes a smoke break, so she thinks she can sneak out and be back before anyone knows she’s missing. Sophia says she will need Rachel to have her back.
Chanel questions Theo missing. Paulina says that Abe went out to join the search but adds that Chad is also missing and since Tony also went missing in Greece, the police think someone could be targeting the DiMera family. Chanel worries that means Johnny, her, or Trey could be next.
Stephanie panics that she could’ve hurt Alex and says she’s mad as hell that he would scare her like that, but she’s also very happy he’s there as she hugs him and they kiss. The person in all black outside the room drops their keycard as they turn and walk away.
Holly joins Tate at the dorms and asks if everything is okay. Tate says yes and no. Tate asks if she knew Brady was moving in to the Kiriakis Mansion. Holly says she was just there and Sarah didn’t say anything about it. Holly asks what’s going on. Tate says that apparently something went down between Brady and Marlena, but he wouldn’t tell him what it was. Tate guesses whatever it was, it was bad enough that Brady said he can’t be under the same roof as her.
Brady brings his bags to the Kiriakis Mansion where Sarah greets him and asks what all this is. Brady guesses Maggie didn’t tell her. Sarah says she’s been at work all day. Brady then reveals that he’s moving in.
Chanel tells Paulina that she was just on the phone with Johnny and he didn’t tell her anything about this. Paulina feels he obviously didn’t know what was going on and now that he does, he’s already on his way home from Chicago to protect them. Chanel worries about something happening to Johnny too. Paulina tells her not to go there and promises to make sure their family is safe as they hug.
Alex asks about Stephanie’s book signing. She tells him it went very well. Alex asks if there was no signs of the creepy letter writing guy. Stephanie says no and that she told him there was nothing to worry about. Alex informs her that the guy sent more letters and it’s making his skin crawl. Stephanie insists it’s just an overzealous, harmless fan and promises to ignore any love letters. Alex says he just wanted to make sure she was okay. Alex calls her perfect as they kiss.
Rachel asks Sophia what exactly she would have to do. Sophia says she just needs to go to her bed and put the covers over her head so that the nurse thinks she’s already asleep when she comes for bed checks, then come back to her room when they check on her. Sophia says then Rachel can let her in the side door and they will feast. Rachel is unsure. Sophia encourages her about Buddy’s Burgers, so Rachel gives in and agrees to do it.
Alex and Stephanie kiss in bed.
Brady assures Sarah that he won’t be there forever and it’s only until he finds a place. Sarah says there’s plenty of space and it’d be nice to have his company, but she’s just surprised as she didn’t know he was thinking about moving out of Marlena’s. Brady clarifies that he wasn’t until recently. Sarah asks what happened. Brady reveals that he found out Marlena knew that Rachel shot EJ and kept it from him for months. Sarah is surprised and says that doesn’t sound like Marlena. Brady explains that Marlena said she was looking out for Rachel and didn’t want the new to get out before she decided that Rachel could handle it. Sarah guesses that makes sense but Brady says not to him. Brady argues that he’s her dad and deserved to know what’s going on with his daughter. Brady feels if he knew what was happening, he could’ve helped her or prevented her from hurting Sarah and maybe she wouldn’t be in a mental institution now.
Rachel sneaks out of her room at Bayview.
Paulina assures Chanel that she will have police outside her apartment 24/7 until the situation is resolved. Paulina adds that Chanel, Johnny, and Trey could move in with her and Abe to get their personal security as well. Chanel argues that it didn’t help Theo. Paulina argues that they didn’t know Theo was in danger but now that they know there’s a threat, they will be on high alert until this is over. Chanel asks if she thinks Johnny or Trey could be a target. Paulina says there’s no way to know for sure. Chanel can’t believe this since Johnny disowned EJ and walked away from the DiMera family, yet they are all still in danger all because of their last name.
Holly asks if Tate is going to move in with Brady or stay with Marlena. Tate says that Brady said it was up to him, but he could tell that he wants to come with him. Holly points out that if Tate does go with Brady, they’ll be under the same roof for winter break. Tate points out that Holly will be in Paris. Holly says not the whole break and then points out that Arianna already moved back home, so they can focus on being in the dorm tonight all by themselves as they kiss.
Rachel hides under the covers in Sophia’s bed as the nurse comes for bed checks.
Tate and Holly kiss onto the bed.
The nurse leaves the room without detecting Rachel in Sophia’s place.
Brady tells Sarah that he wouldn’t be able to live with himself after what Rachel did to her. Sarah stops him and assures that she’s fine. Sarah adds that Rachel will be fine too. Brady prays that she’s right, pointing out that Rachel did shoot her uncle. Sarah points out that EJ is also fine now and it was just a terrible accident. Sarah talks about Rachel being through so much in her life, so it’s no wonder she needs the help she’s getting. Sarah says she loves Rachel and admits finding out what she did shook her, but it doesn’t change how she feels about her. Sarah talks about the bond they developed when she thought Rachel was her daughter and says it will always be there. Brady feels Rachel is lucky to have Sarah in her corner and in her life. Sarah goes over everything Rachel has been through and asks if there’s been any progress on finding Kristen. Brady says no and now he finds himself feeling guilt for being so angry at Kristen for putting Rachel on the stand during Johnny’s trial while she was just trying to protect her. Sarah asks if it changed his feelings about Kristen. Brady says as Rachel’s mother it does, but not as his ex.
Alex and Stephanie lay in bed together as Stephanie tells him that he can surprise her anytime he wants. Alex jokes that next time he’ll call first as they continue kissing.
Chanel asks Paulina if the police have any idea who could be behind all of this. Paulina responds that there are those who are suspicious of EJ. Chanel argues that EJ is capable of anything but they know he loves his family, so she can’t see him wanting to hurt Chad, Theo, or Tony and definitely not Johnny and Trey. Paulina agrees that she has a point. Chanel states that the DiMeras are all about family. Chanel brings up everything going on between her and EJ, feeling he obviously doesn’t consider her family so she’s the only DiMera she could see EJ wanting to hurt. Paulina says there is no way EJ is going to hurt her, especially after what he pulled during the trial, or else Johnny will never speak to him again. Paulina encourages Chanel to get some rest and says she’ll take care of Trey if he wakes up until Johnny comes home. Paulina assures Chanel that the police are out front and not going anywhere, so they will be just fine. Chanel tells her that she loves her and heads to her bedroom. Paulina then prays for her not to be made to be a liar.
Sophia returns to Rachel with Buddy’s Burgers. Rachel can’t believe she did it. Sophia encourages that they did it.
Sarah tells Brady that she knows it’s not the best circumstances but she’s glad he will be staying there awhile. Brady wants to make sure he’s not imposing. Sarah assures there’s plenty of room, pointing out there are 6 or 7 vacant guest rooms. Brady responds that he’s grateful to her and Maggie, adding that he’ll get to spend more time with Victoria. Sarah asks how Rachel is doing. Brady says every time he goes to see her at Bayview, she begs him to take her home, but she is making progress with therapy so he hopes she won’t be there very long. Sarah asks how he is doing. Brady says he’s just trying to be strong for Rachel’s sake, but he thinks about the pain she’s in and how unhappy she is. Brady calls it unfair as he wishes he could take her home where she belongs. Brady complains that little girls aren’t supposed to suffer like that and be unhappy. Brady comments on what she’s been through and asks when it’s going to stop. Brady repeats that it’s unfair as Sarah hugs him.
Rachel tells Sophia that she was so scared when the nurse came in but Sophia says she knew Rachel could handle it. Rachel asks how Sophia paid for their food. Sophia reveals that she “borrowed” some money out of one of the CNA’s purses. Rachel asks if she means she stole it. Sophia claims that she intends to pay it back someday which makes Rachel laugh as Sophia says it’s us against them. Rachel admits this is the most fun that she’s had since being here. Sophia calls Rachel her bestie and declares that the fun’s not over yet as their adventures are just beginning.
Holly suggests instead of going to live with Brady or staying with Marlena, Tate come with her to Paris. Tate asks if she’s serious. Holly says Eric and Nicole have tons of room and talks about how amazing Paris is. Tate agrees it sounds amazing and decides to go with her.
Alex tells Stephanie that he can’t stop thinking about the future and where he wants to be in five years. Alex hopes maybe they will be married, starting a family, and growing old together. Alex says he really likes the idea of them being together forever and asks if that scares her. Stephanie says not at all and that he’s making her heart beat faster in a happy way. Alex then asks where she sees herself in five years. Stephanie says definitely in his arms as they kiss. Stephanie’s laptop is on DevotedBeyond.com where a post from “SandsFan69” says that they are so in love with Anastasia Sands and that they could finally be together if only they could get rid of her loser boyfriend.
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