Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
At the Horton house, Chad goes in to the living room to tell Julie that he’s decided he and the kids need a little break from Salem so he’s taking Thomas and Charlotte on a getaway to go see Sonny and Will in Arizona. Jeremy comes in to the room and hears Chad talking about taking Thomas out of school and having them do homework. Julie tells Chad it’s one of the best ideas he’s had but feels it came kind of suddenly. Jeremy then interrupts and says not really as he feels like Chad is taking the kids out of school to get away from him.
Alex joins Jada in the town square. Stephanie arrives right after with a bag, which she says is Alex’s Valentine’s Day surprise.
Johnny brings Chanel tea and cookies in bed. They wish each other a happy anniversary and happy Valentine’s Day as they kiss.
Jada tells Alex and Stephanie that she’s sorry she has to spend their lunch date like this. Stephanie says they are grateful for her taking over chaperone duties while Alex says they are just sorry that she has to spend Valentine’s Day like this. Jada says it might as well be just another day since she doesn’t have anyone special to share it with. Stephanie thought she was going to reach out to Theo. Jada says she’s been busy but when things settle down, she will be sure to reach out to Theo. Jada toasts to Stephanie and Alex for their first Valentine’s Day as an engaged couple and says she’s so happy for them.
Cat and EJ have a work lunch at the Bistro. EJ looks around and comments that they seem to be the only non-couple there. Cat reminds EJ that it’s Valentine’s Day and says she would’ve pegged him as a romantic. EJ says not on this holiday and calls it performance art for the insecure. Cat is surprised EJ could get them in last minute. EJ informs her that he has a standing reservation each week and even if he didn’t, they are fond of him because he’s a generous tipper. Cat notices EJ wearing Stefano’s ring and asks about it. EJ explains that it’s a personal affect of his father’s that he wears with great reverence.
Chanel and Johnny can’t believe they’ve been married for two years already. Johnny jokes that everything that’s happened in that time makes it feel like ten years. Chanel agrees that Johnny being on trial felt like a never ending nightmare. Johnny points out that they made it through together and now they have a beautiful baby boy with one more on the way. Chanel is so happy they are finally settling in as a family. Johnny declares that this next year will be even better.
Stephanie thanks Jada again for filling for Steve so that Steve and Kayla could celebrate. Jada says she’s glad to also get to travel with them which Alex questions. Jada realizes Stephanie hadn’t told him yet. Stephanie then tells Alex that she kind of lied about this being just a lunch date as she thought they could just grab refreshments before heading to Chicago.
Chad tells Jeremy that he’s sorry for Julie’s sake that they are all leaving at the same time, but repeats that he and the kids just need some time away. Jeremy tells Chad that he has wonderful kids and he hopes it does them some good. Julie says she will be cheering them on as she understands they have to do what’s best for them, but she will miss them so much.
Alex questions what’s in Chicago. Stephanie says he will find out when they get there. Alex asks for a hint and then asks what if he had planned something for them for Valentine’s Day. Alex says he’ll cancel the plans he made while Stephanie says they can do that on another holiday. Stephanie tells Alex that they do have to get changed. Alex asks what the hell is going on. Stephanie says all she will tell him is that he has to wear a suit. Alex jokingly asks if they are going to the Oscars. Jada says this will be much more fun. Stephanie agrees and excitedly tells Alex that his life is about to change, so she hopes he’s ready for the adventure.
Cat asks EJ how Stefano’s memorial was. EJ responds that Stefano lived a long life, unlike his son Stefan whose death was terribly sad and tragic. Cat asks if he and Stefan were close. EJ admits they weren’t close at all and that Stefan never really felt like a brother to him, but the lack of mourning for him makes him start to wonder. EJ knows his daughter Sydney would miss him if he were gone, but apart from her, he can’t think of another soul who would grieve him if he were gone. Paulina then arrives and tells EJ that he’s just who she was looking for.
Chanel invites Johnny to join her in bed as they continue kissing.
Chad tells Julie that he and the kids won’t be gone long while Julie says it will feel like forever. Jeremy notes that he can’t promise he’ll be back anytime soon, but tells Julie she can visit him anytime where ever he lands. Julie says she’ll be sure to do that sometime. Jeremy tells Julie that he could never repay her for being so kind to him and he’s beyond grateful for her love and support.
EJ questions how Paulina knew how to find him. Paulina responds that she’s the Mayor and can find anybody. Paulina adds that she knows about his standing reservation. EJ questions what is so important to interrupt them while they are working. Paulina reminds him that she promised to keep an eye at him at the hospital since his negligence got Marlena sick and his lab caused the power outage. EJ asks why they are rehashing this. Paulina informs him that she’s getting complaints from neighboring buildings that their power bills are unusually high. EJ blames inflation while Paulina suggests he’s stealing their power for whatever secret projects he has going on.
Johnny and Chanel kiss until the doorbell rings. Johnny goes to answer the door and returns with gifts, one being from his sister Allie and the other being from EJ which annoys Chanel.
EJ tells Paulina that he doesn’t have time for this and questions what secret project she’s referring to. Paulina asks if that’s how he wants to do this. EJ tells Cat that he hates to do this as he asks her to give them a moment. Cat agrees to step out and get some air.
Julie informs Chad and Jeremy that not everyone is abandoning her and the house will be full as she reveals Eli and Lani are moving back in with the twins. Chad jokes about her replacing them and says they’re just glad she won’t be alone. Julie mentions that she just made cookies and goes to pack some up for them. Chad tells Jeremy that he and the kids are not leaving because of him. Jeremy says Chad doesn’t have to pretend as he’s sure he knows the police brought him in for questioning and that JJ must have told him that they think he threatened Alex’s life. Chad confirms he did talk with JJ and he told JJ that Jeremy has always been good to him and the kids, so he hopes he’s innocent. Jeremy questions saying he hopes. Chad asks what he wants him to say and adds that he’s enjoyed getting to know Jeremy, considers him a friend and he’s been an amazing teacher to Thomas and Charlotte, so he hopes and prays that everything works out for him like it’s supposed to. Jeremy thanks him and walks out of the room.
Stephanie and Jada blindfold Alex and lead him to a hotel room set up for a wedding. Alex removes the blindfold and asks what’s going on. Stephanie then asks Alex if he will marry her right now. Alex questions her as Stephanie says there’s no time like the present, leaving Alex speechless. Stephanie explains that when they got their marriage license for their fake elopement, it had her thinking that it would be nice to elope for real and have a ceremony to pledge themselves to each other. Jada points out that she’s the witness, bodyguard, and maid of honor. Alex asks if this is really what Stephanie wants. Stephanie says they can still have a wedding with all of their family and friends at some point, but today she wants it just to be about them and for them. Stephanie doesn’t want to wait another minute to become his wife. Stephanie tells Alex to just say the word if he does not want to do this. Alex tells Stephanie that he cannot wait to marry her and he’s more sure about that than anything else in his life. Alex adds that his only regret is that he didn’t think of this himself as they kiss.
Johnny and Chanel open Allie’s gift which is a framed photo of Trey, wishing them a happy second anniversary. Chanel asks if Johnny is okay getting a gift from Allie. Johnny assures that what happened in the past is water under the bridge. They agree that Trey is lucky to have Allie as his aunt. Johnny then asks if they should open EJ’s gift.
EJ tells Paulina that she can schedule an appointment to meet at his office. Paulina argues that she already did and he rescheduled her twice. EJ asks what Paulina wants. Paulina wants the city to inspect his lab. EJ responds that they already have and it passed with flying colors. EJ warns Paulina to reconsider throwing any more hail Marys at him because she’s getting dangerously close to harassment, so she should be careful. Paulina asks if he’s seriously threatening her. Paulina brings up Johnny and Chanel being married and having a baby, so they are family whether they like it or not. Paulina tells EJ that if he wants to repair his relationship with Johnny, he should start by not being an ass to the people he loves. Paulina says she’ll be in touch and exits.
Cat walks through the town square, texting Rafe about Paulina thinking EJ is siphoning electricity. Chad then approaches her, surprising her. Cat says she better go but Chad stops her. Cat reminds him of the custody agreement and she doesn’t want to mess that up. Chad says that is just that they can’t be in a relationship but it is legal for them to have a conversation which Cat calls a relief. Chad says there is something he wanted to tell her.
Reverend Larry Hart arrives to perform Stephanie and Alex’s wedding. Jada then steps aside as she gets a text from Theo, saying she’s probably surprised to hear from him as he asks if she’s free tonight for him to take her out. Jada responds “Definitely” as the reverend calls to start the ceremony.
Chanel tells Johnny that she thinks they should send whatever it is back to EJ without even opening it, feeling they need to maintain clear boundaries and that EJ needs to be clear on his role in their lives. Johnny agrees but he thinks EJ is having a hard time with Stefano’s death. Chanel questions if Johnny is feeling sorry for EJ. Johnny says he’s not and then agrees to return the gift back. Chanel and Johnny then resume kissing until someone knocks on the door, so Johnny goes to answer it.
Cat asks what Chad wanted to tell her. Chad informs her that he’s taking the kids to Arizona to spend some time together. Cat questions him leaving Salem. Chad says that he’ll be back, he just doesn’t know when. Chad adds that he knows they don’t see each other very much anymore, but he will miss her more than she knows. Cat responds that she will miss him too.
Stephanie and Alex say “I do”. The reverend then calls for the rings which causes Alex to pause.
Chad tells Cat that he should get going. Cat tells him to have a safe trip. Chad thanks her and walks away. Cat imagines Chad coming back to kiss her until Paulina calls out to her and tells her that her boss is free now. Cat then heads back to the Bistro as Chad comes back and watches her go.
Johnny returns to Chanel and announces her Valentine’s Day gift is there as he introduces a woman who specializes in pre natal massages which Chanel admits sounds heavenly. Johnny tells her that he is going to take their son to the park while she is being pampered, then he will cook dinner and put their son to bed, so that she doesn’t have to lift a finger for the rest of the day. Chanel calls Johnny the best husband anyone could ask for and says she loves him. Johnny says he loves her too as they kiss.
Cat returns to EJ at the Bistro and asks if he’s okay. EJ says they should head back to the office. EJ points out that their lunch got interrupted so he asks if she’d like to continue this over dinner tonight. Cat reminds EJ that it’s Valentine’s Day. EJ says that’s only for those who have a Valentine but assures her it will be a working dinner like this, unless she already has Valentine’s Day plans. Cat responds that she does not and asks what time is dinner.
Alex tells the Reverend that this was all last minute as far as the rings go but Jada surprises him with the rings. Alex calls them way too much as the Reverend then continues the ceremony and their vows. He then pronounces them husband and wife as Alex and Stephanie kiss.
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