Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Holly and Arianna talk about school in their dorm room. Holly talks about how freaked out she is over rushing a sorority. Arianna questions why, encouraging that all the other girls love her and she’s the best. Holly says to tell that to Sophia Choi.
Chanel goes to visit Sophia in her room at Bayview. Chanel says she wanted to see how she’s doing and she wanted to tell her how grateful she is.
Johnny goes to the Kiriakis Mansion to see Bonnie. Johnny informs her that his friends at Titan told him that she’s written a novel. Bonnie remarks tha they never read the novel. Johnny explains that he’s interested in revitalizing the publishing division at DiMera, so he’d very much like to read it. Bonnie can’t believe and excitedly hugs him as she thanks him.
Justin and Melinda sit with Chad and Jennifer at the Horton house. Justin notes that Jack already signed the custody agreement so he just needs Jennifer and Chad’s signatures. Jennifer signs while Melinda says she needs a moment to confer with her client alone. Justin says to take as much time as they’d like. Chad steps aside with Melinda and says he thought they were all good. Melinda warns that she still doesn’t think it’s a good idea as the agreement does nothing but tie him to the demands of a 10 year old. Melinda warns that in her opinion, signing this would be a big mistake.
Chanel acknowledges that Sophia made a huge sacrifice in giving her baby up and calls it incredibly brave of her. Chanel says she and Johnny can’t thank her enough but they also feel for her as they can’t imagine how hard it must have been for her. Chanel assures that they are committed to giving Trey the best life that any child could hope for. Chanel asks if she’d like to see pictures of him and shows her pictures on her phone.
Arianna tells Holly that she knows it was traumatic for her to see Sophia yesterday. Holly still can’t believe Sophia tried to slap her. Arianna says she’s not trying to defend Sophia, but she’s in Bayview for a reason because she’s not really in her right mind. Holly argues that Arianna wasn’t there and didn’t see it, insisting that she wanted to slap her. Gabi then arrives to bring them sorority dresses from Gabi Chic which excites them.
Bonnie can’t believe Johnny is going to publish her book and calls it the best day ever. Johnny clarifies that he still has to read it, but he knows her track record and DiMera needs something they can put in the pipeline immediately so her book is a good fit. Bonnie presents a pair of handcuffs as a marketing tool to go with the book. Johnny asks if she’s given away many copies. Bonnie says she has and she’s waiting to hear back from one as they speak.
Chad tells Melinda that he’s signing the paper as it’s what he wants to do and what his son wants, so there’s no talking him out of it. Melinda reluctantly accepts as Chad tells Justin that all is good. Justin says he will follow up with the court as Chad signs the paper. After Justin and Melinda leave, Jennifer sits with Chad and tells him that she never wanted it to come to this. Jennifer feels it’s damaged their relationship but she doesn’t think it can’t be repaired. Jennifer says in spite of all of their differences, they have their love for Thomas and Charlotte in common. Jennifer adds that she does hope Chad finds love and happiness again as she knows Abigail would want that and he deserves it. Chad thanks her for saying that but doesn’t think it’s in the cards for him and he’s fine with that. Chad calls Abigail his one true love and he thinks that’s enough for him.
Arianna asks if Gabi really came all this way to give them free clothes or if there’s news about their uncle Gabriel. Gabi says he’s still in the hospital and that Javi promised to call if there’s updates. Arianna feels bad for Javi and says it makes the whole sorority rushing feel silly. Gabi encourages that it’s not and it’s an important part of the college experience which uncle Gabriel and Javi wouldn’t want her to miss it. Holly notes that Tate feels it’s silly too and that it’s going to take up a lot of her time, but it’s something she wants to do, so Gabi encourages to do it.
Justin goes home, where Bonnie excitedly tells him that Johnny is going to publish her novel. Johnny starts to clarify but Bonnie insists that the minute he reads it, he will be chomping at the bit to publish it.
Chanel shows Sophia pictures of Trey and tells her about giving him his first bath. When Chanel steps away to grab a peppermint from her purse, Sophia seems to notice that Chanel is pregnant.
Chad tells Jennifer that when he first got out of the crypt, there was a moment where he thought those bones could’ve been Abigail’s but Theo was quick to tell him they belonged to a man.
Johnny tells Justin and Bonnie that he has to get going but he’ll be in touch soon. Bonnie thanks him as he exits. Bonnie tells Justin that it pays to know people in high places even though the Kiriakis family didn’t want to help her aspirations. Justin insists that Titan turning her down wasn’t personal and points out that DiMera could be a stronger company to publish her book. Justin jokes that then maybe he’ll finally get a chance to read it. Bonnie explains that she just didn’t want him to read it until it was a real book at Julie’s book store on the best seller’s shelf. Justin says he can’t wait as he hugs her.
Chanel asks Sophia if she wants to look at the rest of the pictures but Sophia looks away and hands her phone back. Chanel brings up Dr. Gregory communicating through writing notes and asks if there’s anything she’d like to say to her, Johnny, or Trey. Sophia remains silent, so Chanel tells her to let Dr. Gregory know if she changes her mind. Chanel knows she wasn’t happy when she found out that she and Johnny were going to be raising her son and she understands why. Chanel says she’s so sorry for all the trouble caused when they backed out of the adoption as they weren’t thinking about how it would affect her when they should’ve been. Chanel assures Sophia that Trey is loved by so many people and when Sophia gets out, they’d love for her to be a part of his life if that’s what she wants.
Gabi asks Arianna if there’s anything to report in regards to relationship or if she has her eye on anyone. Arianna says no and feels college boys are so immature. Gabi then questions if that’s why Arianna has a fake ID.
Bonnie asks how the mediation went between Chad and the Hortons. Justin says it went pretty well and they were able to work out an agreement. Bonnie says that’s great if everyone’s happy then. Justin says it helped that everyone was reasonable and willing to compromise, which isn’t always the case.
Jennifer tells Chad that she’s sorry he had to go through it. Chad says he was relieved but there was a moment he wishes it had been Abigail’s bones, so they would know where she was. Jennifer insists they will find her someday. Chad mentions the closure on the bones. Jennifer says that Julie told her it was Stefano. Chad says he knew there was no way he’d still be alive somewhere but the Phoenix was always in the back of their minds. Chad guesses that knowing Stefano is truly gone means they don’t have to picture him out there somewhere, disappointed, criticizing and judging him which Chad calls truly liberating.
Arianna tries to deny the fake ID but Gabi reveals it fell out of her jacket pocket while she was tidying up her room. Arianna questions her just now telling her about it. Gabi says she wanted to have it out with her right then and was about to cut the ID in half and ground her for the rest of her life, but then she remembered she’s in college now so grounding her isn’t an option and she’d just go out and get a new fake ID. Arianna asks if that means she’s off the hook. Gabi admits when she was her age, she did a lot of the same things. Gabi assures that she’s not condoning or promoting those actions, but she’s not going to be a hypocrite either. Gabi asks Arianna to just promise to be smart and careful which she agrees to do as they hug.
Chanel and Johnny go home where Johnny asks how things went with Sophia. Chanel responds that it was strange seeing her stuck in that place as she felt so sorry for her. Chanel says she tried to talk to Sophia and comfort her with pictures of Trey, but there’s only so much you can do when a person doesn’t talk back.
Melinda goes to see Sophia and says she got her text that she wanted to see her. Melinda asks how she managed to contact her as she thought she didn’t have access to a phone. Melinda guesses she figured out a way to get one. Sophia responds that she did. Melinda is shocked that Sophia is speaking and says she can’t believe it. Melinda calls it amazing and a breakthrough. Sophia reveals that she’s been able to talk for awhile now, but nobody knows that. Melinda questions why she hasn’t told anyone. Sophia says she likes them not knowing as it helps them underestimate her. Melinda asks why she would want that. Sophia responds that it’s so nobody knows how clever she is or what she’s planning to do.
Gabi suggests a fashion show for Holly and Arianna to put on their dresses.
Jennifer encourages Chad that it has to be positive to have closure on knowing Stefano isn’t out there. Chad says he always felt bad or guilty that his kids’ grandfather wasn’t some kind of standup citizen, but now that he’s gone, he hopes it’s liberating for Thomas and Charlotte so they can distance themselves from him. Chad says it worries him that Thomas will be a teenager soon, so he shudders to think how stubborn he will be when hormones kick in while Abigail was endlessly patient, so he doesn’t know what he’s going to do. Jennifer says he’ll never have to worry about she and Jack undermining him since he is the parent and they will fully support him. Jennifer promises that Thomas and Charlotte will never hear them say anything negative about Chad ever. Chad thanks her and promises the exact same. Jennifer thanks him and jokes that JJ was a horrible teenager who made their lives miserable by acting out while now he’s an incredible police officer. Chad says there’s hope but they will have to buckle up.
Bonnie wonders what it will be like to be a world famous author. Justin feels they might be jumping the gun. Bonnie says a girl can dream of all the first class travel to book signings. Justin jokes that she could be incognito like Anastasia Sands but Bonnie assures that she wants to be famous. Bonnie then asks what happens if she gets a stalker like Stephanie and Alex, worrying that it’s a possibility. Justin says he’d rather not think about that. Bonnie says it’s the one thing about being famous she hopes to avoid and hopes that Alex and Stephanie catch that creepy stalker soon.
Johnny asks Chanel if Sophia tried to communicate in any way. Chanel says she didn’t even after telling her they were grateful which Johnny questions since Sophia almost cost them the chance to adopt. Chanel points out that Sophia is the reason Trey exists. Chanel adds that when Sophia is released, they are going to be living in the same small town which is part of the reason she told Sophia that she could be in Trey’s life if she wants. Johnny adds that would include very close supervision. Chanel understands he’s paranoid that something could happen and she doesn’t blame him since Sophia is not in her right mind now and shouldn’t be trusted, but Trey is a permanent part of their family now and no one can change that.
Melinda asks what Sophia is planning to do. Sophia responds that Johnny and Chanel have custody of her baby which is the last thing she wanted. Melinda feels it should be a comfort that Trey is safe, happy, and healthy as they are giving him a healthy life. Sophia remarks that she sounds just like Chanel and she’s pretty sure Chanel is pregnant. Melinda asks what makes her say that. Sophia says she knows the signs and that Chanel was popping peppermints like her mother used to. Melinda guesses she will have to congratulate her then. Sophia argues that they will have their own baby and completely forget about the one they stole from her. Melinda argues that stealing is not adoption. Sophia remarks that maybe they didn’t steal her baby, but they are not his parents and now that they will have their own kid, they don’t deserve him. Melinda asks if this is why Sophia wanted to see her. Sophia responds that it was because Melinda has experience with this, so she must know a way that they can take her baby back from them and place him in a different home. Melinda asks if she means through legal channels. Sophia states that she means through any channels, whatever it takes.
Jennifer is glad that she and Chad had this talk as they all wanted the same thing and just had different ideas on how to get there. Jennifer calls Chad a great father and assures they never doubted that. Jennifer acknowledges that being a single parent is hard and relates to the years when Jack wasn’t around, but she’s grateful that she and Chad are back in this together. Chad says he is too as they hug.
Justin gets a reminder on his phone to file the mediation agreement with the court. Bonnie says he has plenty of time to do that later while she thinks they should celebrate. Bonnie suggests putting her handcuffs to good use so they don’t go to waste.
Gabi tells Arianna and Holly to enjoy rush week and encourages them to save some of the outfits for their internships. Arianna is excited to start at DiMera tomorrow. Gabi says she just knows that they will both take the world by storm. Arianna reminds her that she’s just working in the mail room. Gabi encourages that great things have small beginnings.
Chanel decides that’s enough about Sophia and asks about Johnny’s day. Johnny calls his day interesting as he’s working on acquiring a new project but he’d rather not talk about it yet in case it doesn’t go through, but it could be part of a whole new chapter in their publishing division. Chanel asks if this mysterious project took up his entire morning. Johnny informs her that he also found out that the remains from the crypt belonged to Stefano. Chanel says she’s so sorry. Johnny says it’s fine and he’s sure EJ has to be broken up about it. Johnny admits part of him wants to reach out but Chanel asks him not to, because no good can come from that.
Melinda tells Sophia that her animosity towards Johnny and Chanel is becoming an unhealthy obsession. Melinda encourages her to put this all behind her and get back to her old life. Sophia responds that she wants a new and better life. Melinda says that requires working with her therapist, being honest about the fact that she can talk, taking her meds, and getting out of Bayview, but it doesn’t mean sabotaging other people’s lives for revenge. Melinda adds that Johnny and Chanel never meant to hurt her and are just trying to be loving parents to a little boy they adopted. Sophia responds that she understands. Melinda says she hopes so. Sophia assures that Melinda is right and she gets what she’s saying. Melinda says if she needs anything else, she’s there for her. Melinda brings up when Sophia got found out about faking the adoption and thanks her for keeping her name out of it, as she appreciates her discretion. Sophia responds that she will continue that because she can’t tell anyone as long as no one knows she can talk. Melinda says she’ll be in touch and then exits. Sophia then opens her drawer where her meds are hidden.
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