Days of Our Lives Update
Update written by Joseph
Philip joins Gabi in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion and asks if she’s ready to go see him win back the Kiriakis legacy in Monte Carlo. Gabi responds that since she’s funding his heroics, she thinks she deserves a front row seat. Philip agrees and says he does have a cover story for why they are leaving town which is that he’s accompanying Gabi to Europe to make contingency plans for Gabi Chic shipping if Titan folds. Gabi says that’s perfect and they are all set, but Philip says there’s still one more detail they need to take care of. Philip then gets down on one knee and proposes to Gabi.
At Rafe’s house, he and Cat talk about the pressure mounting on EJ. Cat agrees that EJ is uncharacteristically at a loss right now and admitted he doesn’t know what to do next. Rafe worries that doesn’t bode well for any of them since being at a loss is unfamiliar territory for EJ, which makes him very dangerous.
Gwen confronts EJ at the DiMera Mansion and questions if he was ever going to tell her that Lexie was dead, complaining that she had to find out in the Spectator. Gwen asks if EJ wasn’t going to tell her that Dr. Rolf’s miracle drug was a failure and that their investment has now gone up in smoke.
Leo goes to the Brady Pub and runs in to Javi. Leo comments that they seem to be on the same schedule. Javi responds that they won’t be for long as starting next week, he’s moving to night shift. Leo says that’s too bad as he was going to ask if he wanted to grab a drink, but Javi says he doesn’t think that’s a good idea.
Xander goes to see Marlena for his therapy session. Xander apologizes for being late as he was helping Sarah pack up Victoria’s things. Xander imagines Marlena has heard that Sarah and Victoria are moving in with Brady until they find a place of their own. Marlena asks how that was for Xander. Xander says he kept his composure, but admits it’s killing him inside.
Philip reminds Gabi that if she’s going to Monte Carlo as his fiancee, she has to look the part. Gabi didn’t think he would find a ring so soon. Philip reveals that it’s Maggie’s and it caught his eye as the staff were packing up her jewelry. Philip clarifies that it’s on loan and they just need to return it safe and sound before Maggie notices it’s gone. Philip then puts the ring on Gabi’s finger. Maggie then returns home, surprising Philip and Gabi. Philip hugs Maggie while Gabi manages to remove the ring from her finger behind her back. Maggie says it’s good to see them while Philip guesses he missed the memo that she was coming home today. Maggie says that Sarah knows but guesses she didn’t have the chance to tell him. Maggie adds that Melanie is staying with Melissa, so she decided she needed to be here to get closure before they have to say goodbye to her home.
Marlena tells Xander that she’s proud of him for using some of the techniques he’s learned to temper his anger. Xander says there’s enough family drama right now without Hurricane Xander. Xander adds that Sarah just told him that Maggie is coming home which has brought up feelings of guilt, shame, and responsibility for everything that’s going on now. Marlena feels there’s enough responsibility to go around.
Leo questions why it’s a bad idea for he and Javi to grab a coffee. Javi responds that the problem is that he jumped into a relationship as soon as he and Leo ended things, so he’s not going to do that again.
Cat knows Rafe is worried about their operation, but insists she has it under control and still feels comfortable in EJ’s company for now. Rafe questions what she means for now. Cat informs Rafe that yesterday, she had another hypnosis session with Marlena and she had a memory of her and EJ in the Italian clinic where she remembered telling EJ that she was ISA, which shocks Rafe.
EJ complains that he tried to tell Gwen over and over that the drug wasn’t working, but she wouldn’t hear it, saying she wouldn’t let him rain on her parade. EJ adds that when he tried to broach the subject again, she disappeared. Gwen argues that she was kidnapped by her psychotic ex husband and EJ’s nephew, Dimitri, who obviously deprived him of the pleasure of doing it himself. EJ questions why he would kidnap her. Gwen says it would be to stop her from buying the hospital from underneath him. EJ jokes that if that was his intent, it’s not too late to make her disappear.
Gabi decides she should get going and tells Maggie that it’s so good to see her as she’s so glad she’s home. Gabi hugs Maggie as she then exits. Maggie guesses she shouldn’t unpack and mentions hearing that Kate already moved out. Philip confirms she moved back to the Pub, hoping she and Roman can fix their marriage. Maggie asks if Philip has a place or if he’s going back to the Salem Inn. Philip says he hasn’t decided yet. Maggie tells him he better hurry since they will have to say goodbye soon. Philip says probably, which Maggie questions, noting that it’s difficult for all of them but they have to be realistic. Philip says he’s the one who put the family in this situation with his bogus claim to the company, so he’s the one who has to make it right. Maggie questions how when they’ve exhausted every possibility.
Xander questions Marlena feeling responsibility for what’s happened with Titan. Marlena points out that she urged Xander to come forward about his involvement in setting Johnny up with the lawsuit. Xander says she thought that was the right thing to do. Marlena says she does but she never imagined EJ would retaliate and buy Titan’s loan to call it. Xander guesses they both should’ve predicted EJ would go that far, but perhaps EJ should’ve predicted that he will retaliate. Marlena questions what that means. Xander responds that losing the company is business and life, but not losing it to EJ and watching him screw over his family. Xander declares that he will make sure EJ suffers for it.
Gwen calls EJ pathetic for resorting to empty threats when he knows damn well that he’s completely alienated himself in town because of his amoral shenanigans. Gwen declares that EJ has ruined his reputation and will lose the hospital no matter who buys it. EJ responds that it sure as hell won’t be her. EJ questions why the board would hand over the hospital to Gwen when she was his accomplice. EJ laughs off that he doesn’t need to kidnap her, he just needs to tell the board the truth and Gwen will be through.
Rafe can’t believe Cat told EJ that she was ISA. Cat argues that she had suffered a traumatic brain injury and had no idea who he was at the time. Rafe says he gets it and what’s done is done, but worries about if EJ remembers her telling him. Cat doesn’t think he will since it was years ago and he was in a coma. Rafe points out that EJ remembers her reading to him and if other memories start to surface, he will figure it out quick. Rafe knows Cat doesn’t think it’s likely, but warns that if he does, she needs to be prepared.
Leo asks Javi who said anything about a relationship as he was just suggesting a casual get together in public. Leo argues that they don’t need to be in a relationship to hang out every once in awhile. Leo adds that no one makes him laugh like he does. Javi decides he should go. Leo tries to stop him but Javi exits the Pub.
Cat tells Rafe that she can’t just abandon the operation now when she’s made so many great inroads with EJ. Rafe says they have to figure out how to neutralize him if he does remember. Cat feels there is a way they can get ahead of this. Rafe guesses it’s not without risk. Cat says that comes with the territory.
Gwen tells EJ that she’s spent her entire life hearing that she’s through or she can’t and she’s learned with age that it’s all rubbish. Gwen thinks she’s dealt with this disastrous situation with great aplomb which EJ laughs at. Gwen argues that she stopped EJ from going down in flames when she had every opportunity to tell Rafe and Jada about his involvement in Dimitri’s kidnapping. EJ argues that she only kept her mouth shut to save her own ass because she knew she’d be implicated too. Gwen informs him that they actually offered her immunity. EJ then assumes that she must be afraid of the repercussions of double crossing him. Gwen responds that she just has trust issues with law enforcement and didn’t think they would hold up their end of the bargain. EJ remarks that if they don’t hang together, they’ll hang separately. Gwen questions if he’s proposing they join forces. EJ calls it a continuation of a dynamic partnership. EJ declares that he will support her buying the hospital and keep his mouth shut about her investment in Dr. Rolf’s drug experiment while all she has to do is cut him in on the deal.
Leo runs in to Gabi at the Pub and says it’s so good to see her. Gabi tells Leo not to try to pump her about Javi because her lips are sealed. Leo says he wasn’t going to pump her but he is concerned about Javi after what must have been a very difficult breakup. Gabi tells Leo that Javi’s break up is none of his damn business. Gabi adds that she really liked Gus and she hates that Leo’s ordeal in Alamainia ruined what appeared to be a loving and drama free relationship. Leo questions what his trip to Alamainia has to do with Gus and Javi’s breakup. Gabi is surprised Javi didn’t tell him and reveals that Gus broke up with Javi because of Leo.
Gwen questions EJ as to why she would entertain the idea when he didn’t think twice about double crossing her. Gwen adds that EJ is the same man who has proven time and time again that he is not to be trusted. EJ suggests she might entertain the idea because if Versavix eventually makes it to market, whoever owns the hospital stands to perhaps make billions. EJ tells Gwen that if they keep their heads down and play the long game, they have a chance to recoup their losses but they have to stick together. EJ says only this time, he would play Gwen’s silent partner instead of the other way around. Cat then walks in and asks if she’s interrupting.
Maggie questions Philip saying they haven’t exhausted every possibility and if he’s hatched up some kind of plan. Philip says he’s sorry but he can’t talk about it. Maggie says he has her worried and questions what risks he’s taking. Maggie then guesses that it’s gambling.
Gwen tells Cat that she’s not interrupting anything at all as they were just discussing the sale of the hospital. Gwen tells EJ that she’ll be in touch about an offer soon. Gwen tells Cat that she hopes to catch up with her as she exits the mansion. Cat comments to EJ that they were much more civil than she would’ve expected. EJ says he’s pleasantly surprised to see Cat. Cat responds that he might not feel so pleasant when she tells him what she came to share with him.
Philip tells Maggie that gambling is a bit of a leap. Maggie says that’s the only thing she can think of unless he’s come up with a brilliant idea that somehow evaded them. Philip repeats that he can’t talk about it. Maggie stops him and says as an addict, she understands. Maggie warns him not to do this and says Victor would rather they lose everything than see him go down that road again.
Gabi tells Leo that Javi wanted to go to Alamainia to save him which led Gus to realize that Javi still had feelings for him, so he bailed. Leo doesn’t understand since Javi runs the other way every time he sees him. Leo guesses Javi doesn’t want to get his heart broken again.
Xander informs Marlena that DiMera Pharmaceuticals were responsible for poisoning the well water on Smith Island and nearly killing Holly. Marlena asks if there’s proof that EJ knew there was a Coriseal leak and somehow covered it up. Xander says that it’s all circumstantial right now, but Marlena might be the key to nailing EJ to the wall if she’s willing to help. Marlena tells him that she is listening. Xander knows this won’t be easy to hear, but apparently Arianna overheard a conversation between EJ and Johnny where EJ told Johnny that Holly didn’t know anything about it. Xander believes they were talking about Holly being poisoned. Marlena questions if Xander is saying he thinks Johnny was involved in the Coriseal scandal. Xander says at least in the cover up. Xander adds that he doesn’t want to cause her anxiety about her grandson and he’s aware this goes beyond their therapeutic relationship. Marlena agrees to talk to Johnny about what he knows as she will do anything she can to help.
Maggie reminds Philip of the consequences of his addiction and asks if it was worth it. Maggie says they can lose the house but the family is in tact and they are all healthy which is all that matters. Maggie calls this an option for a fresh start and for Philip to make a new, better life for himself. Philip responds that nearly every decision he makes, he asks what would Victor do and want. Maggie states that Victor would want him to be happy. Philip agrees as they hug and he thanks her.
Javi goes home where Rafe says he’s glad he’s home for lunch. Javi informs Rafe that starting next week, he’s switching to the night shift so that he and Gus don’t have to keep running in to each other at the station. Javi says there’s no bad blood, but he still feels really guilty since Gus uprooted his entire life to be here with him. Rafe asks if Gus doesn’t want to move back to Texas. Javi admits that he thought he would but Gus no longer has a job or place to stay there, so he’s sticking around. Rafe asks if he thinks Gus is holding onto hope that they get back together. Javi says Gus broke up with him so he doesn’t think so. Rafe asks what Javi is hoping for.
Leo argues that Gabi told him it was none of his business why Javi and Gus broke up and then she told him exactly why. Gabi says she’s telling him this because she loves her cousin and just wants him to be happy. Leo states that he still loves Javi, so he questions if Gabi is trying to help them get back together. Gwen then walks in to the Pub and takes a seat next to Leo, then finishes his drink and demands another. Leo questions what’s wrong with her. Gwen complains about EJ being a two timing bastard. Gabi says they can all agree there. Gwen suggests they swap stories. Gabi informs her that while they were in Alamainia, she discovered that DiMera Enterprises was responsible for the counterfeit Gabi Chic mess and it has EJ’s fingerprints all over it. Gwen says she’d be happy to take him down and comments on the enemy of her enemy being her friend. Leo says he is late for an appointment with Marlena, so he will leave them to conspire together, but says to include him on whatever revenge scheme they come up with against EJ as he then exits. Gwen asks Gabi what she can do to help. Gabi states that the first thing she needs is proof.
Cat tells EJ that she’s sorry she didn’t tell him this sooner as she desperately needed the job and then she loved the job and got closer to him. Cat says the more time went on, the harder it got. EJ feels he should brace himself. Cat brings up the time they spent in the Italian clinic together and reveals it was not a coincidence as they were both there as victims of Clyde Weston. Cat declares that EJ was there as a victim of one of his associates while she was there trying to bring Clyde down in service to the ISA, which shocks EJ.
Gwen tells Gabi that she would love to bring EJ down but she’s not really in a position to be able to interrogate EJ over knock off Gabi Chic purses, but she thinks she knows someone who can’t help.
Leo goes to his appointment with Marlena and excitedly tells her about learning that Javi still has feelings for him and that’s why he and Gus broke up. Leo feels he needs to find a way to break through to Javi. Marlena encourages him to stay calm and let nature take it’s course.
Javi tells Rafe that he has come to realize that Gus was right that he’s not over Leo, who now says he wants to be friends. Rafe asks what Javi wants. Javi thinks he just needs some time to be alone and figure things out. Rafe says that sounds reasonable, but reminds Javi that when Leo wanted time to figure things out, Javi moved on. Rafe advises Javi not to let that happen to him.
Xander goes home to the Kiriakis Mansion and tells Maggie that he’s so glad to see her and that she’s home, even though this won’t be home much longer. Xander tells her that he’s sorry as he hoped it wouldn’t come to this. Maggie tells him that they will all survive together. Xander asks if Philip told her about his mysterious plan. Maggie says only that he had one, but not what it was. Xander hates to say it, but no matter what Philip accomplishes, it probably won’t be enough to stop the sale of the house. Xander adds that he told the realtor to delay the sale, but she thinks the mysterious Italian billionaire will want to sign the papers now. Maggie says that if not, it would fall in the hands of EJ. Xander reveals the name of the buyer to be Dominic Marino and says at least he’s on the up and up, and not connected to EJ. Maggie says that’s the best they can hope for. Maggie knows that Xander did everything he possibly could to save the estate and the business. Maggie tells him not to worry about Philip’s plan anymore because she talked him out of it.
Philip runs in to Gabi at the Pub. Gabi says she was just about to go on a shopping spree for their trip and asks if everything is alright. Gabi asks how his conversation with Maggie went. Philip responds that it took Maggie two minutes to figure out he was going to gamble. Gabi asks if he’s changed his mind and if Maggie talked him out of the poker game. Philip admits she tried and he had to pretend that she did. Philip declares that this risk is worth everything.
EJ questions Cat being ISA. Cat says she was an analyst and worked at a desk, but somehow Clyde figured out that she was the one following his money and came after her, so the ISA paid for her surgery and rehab, but when she was discharged from the clinic, she left that life behind. Cat says she lost everything and wanted nothing to do with them. Cat adds that if her history with the ISA diminishes his trust in her or if he wants to fire her as his assistant, she will totally understand. EJ responds that they all have a past, so he’s not going to hold hers against her. EJ wonders why Cat has decided to tell him this now after all this time. Cat responds that she’s really drawn to him and feels closer to him every day, like they could really have something, but there can be no secrets between them as she’s seen how secrets destroy relationships, so she thought she would put all her cards on the table. Cat asks EJ if they are over, but EJ responds by kissing her and then hugs her.
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