Author: Joseph Mueller

Days of Our Lives Update

Update written by Joseph

Marlena meets John in the town square. John surprises her with flowers. Marlena asks what the occasion is. John says it’s just been too long since they’ve had a date night. They go to kiss but Paulina arrives and interrupts them as she exclaims that they are just the people she was looking for. Paulina then asks to join them.

Kayla goes home where Steve is cleaning his gun. Steve states that he’s going with Stephanie to meet her mystery client tonight but Stephanie comes in and says he’s not.

Ava enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion, where EJ says there is something they need to discuss. Ava tells him that she’s busy and to get to the point. EJ then asks Ava why she’s trying to seduce his son.

Li and Gabi lay in bed together. Li guesses she’s still thinking about Stefan. Gabi says not exactly, but she can’t get what Dr. Rolf said out of her mind that if she knew what he was able to achieve, she’d be on her knees thanking him. Gabi wonders what Dr. Rolf meant by that. Gabi adds that he also said she was showing her ignorance of his powers and wonders if he did something that she should know about.

Dr. Rolf continues working on Stefan in his lab. Dr. Rolf declares “finally!” as Stefan then wakes up and grabs Rolf’s arm. Dr. Rolf says he didn’t expect Stefan to regain consciousness as it’s too soon. Rolf goes to inject him with a syringe but Stefan manages to push his arm away.

Paulina hopes John and Marlena don’t mind her intruding on their date night but says this is important. Paulina states that they are two of Abe’s closest friends and she needs their help. Marlena asks if there’s something wrong. John notes that Abe hasn’t mentioned anything to him. Paulina says Abe wouldn’t which is why she has to, so it’s time for his friends to step up. Paulina tells them that they need to convince Abe to run for Governor since he’s stubbornly resisting. Marlena calls that a very big decision that could change one’s life. John is sure that Abe has reasons if he doesn’t want to run. Paulina argues that Abe can’t see that he could actually win since all the focus groups love him and he’s at the top of every poll. Paulina asks what the problem is since he’d do an incredible job. John responds that with all due respect, the problem is her.

Steve tells Stephanie that they’ve been through this that she’s his daughter and she’s about to walk in to a trap, so he’s not going to let that happen. Stephanie tells him that she can take care of herself and she trusts the person who set up this meeting. Steve says he doesn’t. Stephanie worries that he could blow this deal and wonders what the client would think if her dad shows up with a loaded gun. Steve argues that it’s not a client, it’s Orpheus. Stephanie argues that he doesn’t know that. Steve points out that she doesn’t know it’s not him and she doesn’t even have the name of the person she’s meeting with. Steve asks if Kayla is with him on this, reminding her that Orpheus was planning and threatening to travel to Seattle because their kids live there. Stephanie complains that Steve sounds paranoid and freaked out over the alarm system going off. Steve admits he’s extra vigilant when it comes to Orpheus, but argues that Stephanie doesn’t understand how dangerous he is. Steve brings up how Orpheus kidnapped Kayla and Marlena, sealed them in coffins, and set them on fire. Steve declares that he’s not going to let Orpheus do something like that to Stephanie.

Ava questions what EJ just said. EJ informs her that he happened to be walking past her bedroom earlier after their argument and saw Johnny holding her on her bed. Ava states that she was upset and Johnny comforted her. EJ argues that it doesn’t justify a woman her age going after a man young enough to be her son. EJ remarks that it makes her look pathetic, so Ava then slaps EJ.

Li tells Gabi that Dr. Rolf is an egomaniac. Gabi says he’s also a genius. Li feels Gabi just wounded his pride so he’s desperate to prove himself. Gabi wonders what project he’s working on. Li says he’s always talking about his work and is delusional. Gabi still wants to know. Li asks if she really cares and calls it all madness. Li brings up a rumor he once heard that Dr. Rolf made an army of Marlena clones and says he wouldn’t put it past him. Gabi asks if Li isn’t concerned about what Rolf is up to. Li is sure he has wild schemes in his head but he doesn’t think she needs to worry about him. Gabi decides she’ll take that off her list then. Gabi thanks him for being so reassuring and asks if they should have dinner. Li says maybe later but right now he wants to reassure her more as they kiss.

Dr. Rolf warns Stefan that he could hurt himself as he’s in no condition to get out of the bed. Stefan angrily declares that Dr. Rolf doesn’t tell him what to do as he is Stefan Octavius DiMera and he tells Dr. Rolf what to do.

Kayla tells Steve and Stephanie that they both have a point but notes that Stephanie has to admit it is a bit suspicious that her client is not revealing their name. Stephanie says it happens all the time in her business. Steve assures he won’t come in guns blazing and if it turns out legit, he will walk away and leave her to it. Kayla thinks that sounds reasonable. Steve adds that if it is Orpheus, she will be glad he’s there. Stephanie argues that he’s not listening to a word she says and is treating her like she’s still a child. Stephanie complains that she can’t live this way. Kayla assures that they don’t think of her as a child. Steve refuses to apologize for trying to protect his daughter. Stephanie tells him to back off and let him live her life. Steve decides to go take a walk and exits.

Paulina thinks John feels she is the problem because of her almost tearing down the town square for Price Town but John says it’s not that. John clarifies that it’s the life Abe and Paulina are building together. John states that Abe loves Salem, all of his friends are here, and it’s his home so if she puts him out on the campaign trail for months and then has to move to the capitol, he will miss all his friends and they will miss him. Marlena adds that they would miss Paulina too. John calls Abe the best man he knows and says they watched Abe grieve and suffer when he lost Lexie all those years ago. John knows part of Abe never got over that and he threw himself in to his kids and his work but now his kids are no longer close by, but he’s finally found real happiness with Paulina. John asks why not just let Abe enjoy that.

EJ asks Ava if slapping him was really necessary. Ava says it was and it felt good. EJ questions if she’s sensitive about her age. Ava tells him to go to Hell. Ava says that what EJ saw between her and Johnny was two people being kind to each other, which he wouldn’t understand. Ava explains that Johnny stopped in to see if she was okay after he watched his father treat her like dirt. Ava complains that her husband just died and all EJ cares about is getting his hands on Jake’s shares so he can vote Gabi out. EJ responds that he has a responsibility to his family. Ava is glad it all came out and that EJ showed his true colors. Ava calls him a snake for accusing her of helping Gwen to escape prison, threatening to call the cops, and ordering her to move out if she didn’t hand over her shares. Ava argues that EJ doesn’t give a damn about family since his brother died and he didn’t even blink. EJ responds that he barely knew Jake, so he was nothing to him and neither was his twin brother Stefan.

Stefan questions what the hell he’s doing here. Dr. Rolf tells him to relax. Stefan screams at him that he doesn’t tell him what to do as he works for him. Stefan asks where he is and why he’s here. Dr. Rolf informs him that he’s in a medical facility in Salem, recovering from a very serious injury as he was shot. Rolf explains that people were trying to kill his mother, so he dove in front of the bullet. Dr. Rolf asks if Stefan remembers anything about that at all.

Paulina questions if John doesn’t think she and Abe would be happy as Governor and First Lady. John thinks she needs to give Abe the space to decide for himself. Paulina argues that she is which is why she wants them to convince him. John doesn’t feel comfortable about that. Steve approaches and says he’s sorry to interrupt but asks to talk to John in private as it’s kind of urgent. John then steps away with Steve and asks what’s going on. Steve tells John that he needs his help as he’s afraid Orpheus is going after his daughter. Paulina thinks Marlena thinks she’s being selfish for wanting Abe to be Governor. Marlena asks why she’s pushing it. Paulina thinks it would be great for Abe since he’s been a bit lost since Lani left and he needs something bigger to work for in his life. Paulina doesn’t want to drag Abe away from Salem or his friends and insists they will be back all the time. Paulina thinks it’s at least worth considering. Marlena thinks they need to sit down and talk about this together to see what they both want and make the decision together. Paulina guesses she means no more accosting his friends while they are on a date. Paulina thanks Marlena for the advice and says it’s just hard for her sometimes as when she wants something bad, she goes after it with a vengeance. Marlena praises her and Abe as strong and confident, so she thinks when they sit down together, they will decide what’s right for both of them.

Stefan yells at Dr. Rolf that he needs to get out but Dr. Rolf warns that it wouldn’t be a good idea as he could suffer a setback. Dr. Rolf wants to sedate him but Stefan yells at him not to and shouts that he needs to find out what the hell happened to him. Dr. Rolf reminds him that he took a bullet meant for his mother as he was trying to help her escape from Salem but she got caught and he heroically jumped in front of the bullet to save her. Dr. Rolf asks if he remembers that. Stefan responds that it’s starting to come back and asks how long he’s been in here. Dr. Rolf reveals it’s been four years which shocks Stefan. Dr. Rolf is sorry he had to find out this way. Stefan doesn’t understand and asks if he was in a coma. Dr. Rolf responds that it wasn’t a coma, he was dead.

Li and Gabi lay in bed after having sex. Gabi says she feels very reassured and offers to call room service. Gabi then gets a call from Ava, who says she never got back to her about the job she offered, so she thinks it’s time they finalize the terms. Gabi says it’s not the best time but Ava doesn’t care as she is here with EJ, who is trying his damndest to get her to turn against her. Ava tells Gabi that EJ is standing right there and invites her over for dinner, so they can talk it over like adults. Gabi repeats that it’s not a good time, but Ava says it’s happening with or without her, but she will definitely want to be there for this. Ava hangs up. EJ wants to discuss before Gabi arrives but Ava says anything he has to say to her, he can say in front of Gabi. Ava then heads to the kitchen to plan the menu.

Kayla tells Stephanie that Steve is just worried about her. Stephanie complains that he’s trying to take over her life and it’s getting in the way of her business. Stephanie feels she doesn’t need Steve’s protection as she’s been taking care of herself for a long time and she isn’t going to stop just because Steve wants to keep her in a box.

After Paulina leaves, Steve brings John back to Marlena and says he’s sorry that he took him away from her. Marlena thanks him and asks if everything is okay. Steve says they are working on it. John asks if Marlena has ordered yet. She says no because she was waiting for him. John says that’s good because Steve just invited them over for dinner at his place. Marlena asks if that’s what they had to talk about in private that was so urgent. Steve claims he just didn’t want Paulina to feel left off. Marlena asks if Kayla knows about this. Steve says he’ll text her on the way and notes that Stephanie hasn’t seen them since she’s been back home, so she will be really happy to see them. John asks what Marlena says. Marlena says if it’s what John wants, so they walk off together.

Stefan questions what Dr. Rolf means by telling him that he was dead. Dr. Rolf explains that the bullet killed him and his heart was removed, then donated to someone else. Stefan doesn’t follow. Dr. Rolf tells him not to worry as he took care of everything and now he’s very much alive. Stefan notes that his heart is beating but Rolf said it was removed. Dr. Rolf informs him that he has a new heart now which Stefan questions. Dr. Rolf knows it’s unusual but he’s the one who kept him alive after his wife authorized the donation. Stefan then remembers Gabi.

Li tells Gabi that she doesn’t have to go to the DiMera Mansion. Gabi responds that she has to keep Ava happy but Li says she doesn’t. Li reminds her that Ava can’t flip on her or she’ll reveal that her marriage to Jake is a sham. Gabi says it sounds like Ava is trying to choose between her and EJ. Li feels it’s bad precedent to let Ava feel like she’ll go running over there any time she threatens her. Gabi admits that she hasn’t moved forward with her job offer. Li argues that Ava won’t throw away the opportunity just because she’s playing hard ball. Gabi points out that Ava is with EJ every day and he can be very convincing when he wants to be. Li offers to go with Gabi in case she needs backup. Gabi thanks him for the offer but she doesn’t want Ava to know that he knows her marriage to Jake is a sham. Gabi tells Li to just trust her. Li advises her to be careful. Gabi assures that she’s got this and then exits the room.

Ava returns to the living room with a bottle of wine and informs EJ that she picked out shrimp appetizer and lobster as the main course. Ava asks if there’s a problem. EJ points out that Ava picked the most expensive wine in his cellar and questions what the hell she is doing. EJ remarks that she’s awfully easy with his money. Ava points out that it’s the family money since she is a DiMera. EJ warns her to be careful with the wine glasses as they are family heirlooms. Ava then drops one of the glasses, smashing it. EJ asks what the hell is wrong with her and if she’s insane. Ava then picks up the second wine glass but EJ grabs her arm to stop her. Gabi walks in and asks if she’s interrupting. Ava says no and to watch out for the broken glass. Gabi asks what happened. EJ claims that Ava’s hand slipped. Gabi asks why she’s here. Ava responds that they have a lot of DiMera business to discuss so she’s here for dinner. Ava tells EJ that since he doesn’t have a role at the company right now, what she and Gabi have to talk about doesn’t concern him, so he can leave.

Stefan asks Dr. Rolf where Gabi is. Rolf tells him not to worry about her. Stefan argues that she’s his wife. Rolf informs him that Gabi has no idea about his situation. Stefan questions if Gabi doesn’t know he’s alive. Dr. Rolf says they will deal with that in due time and encourages him to lay down. Stefan refuses, insisting that his wife spent the last 4 years believing he is dead. Dr. Rolf says there is plenty of time to make things right, but he doesn’t want to risk further injury so he will prepare further injection. Stefan orders him to stay away from him as he needs to get home to his wife.

Steve returns home with John and Marlena. Stephanie excitedly hugs Marlena and John as they welcome her home. Kayla remarks that she’s not so sure that Stephanie is happy to be home. Marlena asks if they are missing something. Steve states that they had a disagreement before he left. Steve knows things got tense before and he’s sorry, but he also knows she’s a grown woman and can make her own decisions so he will try to step back. Stephanie thanks him and says that means a lot. Marlena likes to see communication and asks if they don’t want them here right now. Kayla says they are always welcome. Stephanie wishes she could stay but she has an appointment. Steve wishes her luck and hopes her meeting goes well as they hug. Stephanie thanks him and says it means a lot to her that he admitted he was wrong. Stephanie says goodbye to them and then exits. Steve then grabs his gun and tells John it’s time for them to hit it. Kayla questions what is going on. Marlena questions them leaving. John calls for a rain check on date night. Kayla asks where they are going. Steve responds that they are following Stephanie to her meeting. Kayla argues that he promised her that he wasn’t going to do that. Steve declares that it’s his job to protect their daughter. Steve then rushes out with John. Kayla worries that Stephanie is not going to be happy about this.

EJ questions Ava thinking she can dismiss him from his own house. Ava asks if he’s going to hang around their dinner like some creeper. EJ argues that neither of them belong here. Ava and Gabi point out that their late husbands would beg to differ. Ava calls this a private meeting and suggests EJ use this time to look for a job and remarks that Julie’s Place is hiring. EJ argues that they both think their so clever, but they’re really just screwed up, angry, and bitter women. Ava and Gabi joke about EJ still being there. EJ then walks out of the room. Gabi tells Ava that was not what she was expecting when she came over. Ava calls EJ a selfish, controlling, narcissist but says she knows how to deal with guys like him. Gabi asks how she’s going to do that. Ava says she will let EJ hang himself as he completely showed his hand and that he only invited her to move in to manipulate her and now his hostility is out in the open as he wants her gone but she’s not giving him the satisfaction. Gabi says when she came in, she felt a little tension between Ava and EJ that felt a little sexual. Ava disagrees but Gabi says she knows heat when she sees it. Ava argues that EJ was trying to stop her from breaking his family’s precious wine glasses and asks if Gabi wants to help her break the rest of them. Gabi feels that they couldn’t stop looking at each other and brings up the thin line between love and hate. Gabi points out that’s how it started with her and Stefan.

Stefan demands Dr. Rolf’s car keys and says there’s nothing to talk about as he needs to get home to his wife. Dr. Rolf tells Stefan that he cannot drive. Stefan insists that he’ll be fine. Dr. Rolf disagrees and tells him that he needs to get back in bed, pointing out that he’s not even dressed. Stefan doesn’t care, reminding Dr. Rolf that he works for him. Stefan demands Rolf’s car keys again. As Dr. Rolf goes to get his keys, he discretely texts Li messages of “SOS”

Stephanie goes to a dark room for her meeting and asks if anyone is there, then she is startled by a noise behind her.

Kayla tells Marlena that she was really convinced that Steve and Stephanie had worked things out. Marlena says she was too, but she can’t blame Steve for wanting to protect Stephanie. Kayla says she won’t but Stephanie will since she doesn’t want them treating her like a kid anymore. Marlena agrees that it’s unnerving to have Orpheus running free. Kayla wonders what to do about Steve and Stephanie. Marlena says when Orpheus is involved, she agrees with Steve that it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Stephanie asks who is there. John and Steve barge in and Steve covers Stephanie while John grabs the person in the room.

Kayla wishes it didn’t have to be like this, but the more she thinks about it, the more she’s glad that John and Steve are there just in case, then there’s a knock at the door.

John calls for Steve to turn on the lights and when he does, it is revealed that Paulina was the client that Stephanie was meeting with.

Kayla answers the door to see Orpheus has arrived.

Li goes to the lab and asks Dr. Rolf what’s going on and what his texts were about. Li then sees the empty bed and questions where Stefan is. Dr. Rolf responds that Stefan O. DiMera has left the building.

Stefan limps his way back to the DiMera Mansion and starts having a flashback of his last night with Gabi. Stefan declares that he has come back to Gabi.

Gabi tells Ava that she remembers when she and Stefan used to fight. Ava assures Gabi that there’s nothing going on between her and EJ and she has no interest in him. Ava declares that the only DiMera that was for him was her husband. Gabi tells Ava that they are alone so she can stop calling Jake her husband. Ava warns Gabi to keep her voice down as EJ has a habit of eavesdropping. Gabi assures that EJ is gone and they both know that Ava didn’t marry Jake which is the reason she can’t just call whenever she feels like it because she can expose the truth. Gabi reminds Ava that she is not the Widow DiMera. Gabi declares that she is the only Widow DiMera.

Stefan approaches the front door of the DiMera Mansion and says he can’t wait to see the look on Gabi’s face as he then rings the doorbell.

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Gwen paces in the interrogation room, complaining about trusting Leo. Gwen guesses Leo must have gone to the dumpster to retrieve the mask and gave it to the police. Rafe enters the room and tells Gwen that talking to yourself can indicate a guilty conscience. Gwen thinks there has been a mistake. Rafe says the biggest mistake was Gwen’s because she trusted Leo Stark as he then places the Sarah mask on the table.

Sloan visits Leo in his holding cell and informs him that Gwen has been arrested thanks to Leo selling her down the river. Leo argues that it was either her or him and asks if that means he can get out now.

Dr. Rolf can’t promise to program Stefan’s feelings with Li and Kristen’s visions, but he can only promise to do his best work. Li says that’s all he can ask and says he has faith in him. Li asks Rolf to keep him updated on his progress which he agrees to do. Li opens the door for Rolf to leave but is shocked to see Gabi. Gabi questions why Li didn’t tell her that he was meeting with this creep and asks what the hell Rolf is doing there. Gabi questions Li letting him in. Li responds that Dr. Rolf came with a proposition. Gabi suggests Rolf head back to prison where he belongs. Li reminds her that the governor pardoned him. Li claims that Dr. Rolf came by looking for work. Dr. Rolf’s phone rings. Gabi tells him to answer it outside because he’s going to work for them over her dead body. Dr. Rolf responds that he’s fine with that.

Kristen remains in Marlena’s office as she calls Dr. Rolf. She complains that now is not the time for him to go radio silent. She leaves a message, asking if Dr. Rolf talked to Li about killing Stefan’s unfathomable love for Gabi and aiming it at Chloe. Kristen declares that she needs to know as soon as possible. Chad then walks in and questions what Kristen is doing there. Kristen says she didn’t expect to see him here. Chad mentions hearing about her pardon and congratulates her. Kristen responds that she’s just grateful for a second chance. Chad jokes that it’s more like a 302nd chance. Chad questions what Kristen is doing in Marlena’s office and asks if she’s trying to figure out why she’s such a terrible person. Kristen informs him that Brady would only let her see Rachel in what he calls a neutral territory, under supervision. Chad asks if seeing Rachel went okay. Kristen calls it like Heaven and asks how Thomas and Charlotte are. Chad admits they are not great and asks where Marlena is. Kristen says Marlena got called away and she has to get going too. Chad stops her to question her about the call he heard her on about Chloe.

Dr. Rolf questions Gabi’s hostility. Gabi responds that she knows who and what he is. Rolf suggests letting go of the past. Gabi reminds him that she begged him to save Stefan’s life and he refused. Dr. Rolf argues that he didn’t refuse and there was nothing he could do as Stefan was beyond saving. Gabi calls him a worthless hack and says that’s not the whole story.

Jack and Jennifer are at home as Jack talks about how painful it was to not know who killed Abigail but says that’s nothing compared to it being Gwen. Jennifer questions how it could even be since Gwen was locked up in prison. Jack explains that Xander said he and Sarah figured out that Gwen got out that night and went to the mansion, so the woman that Lucas thought was Sarah wasn’t Sarah because of the mask. Jack cries that he doesn’t have the words. Jennifer states that they are facing that Jack’s daughter killed their daughter. Jack responds that he’s so sorry.

Gwen finds it remarkable that Rafe would believe a single word from Leo Stark since he would say anything to save his own ass. Rafe responds that it’s not what he said, but the physical evidence in the mask which has been used more than once to assume the identity of Sarah to implicate her in a crime that she did not commit. Gwen reminds him that she was in prison. Rafe brings up Gwen not being there during the bed check at the same time that Lucas saw what looked to be Sarah. Rafe adds that only Gwen knows where she was. Gwen insists that she didn’t kill her sister, so he can’t prove that she did. Gwen states that she would never do that to her father. Rafe argues that there’s no way a jury will believe her and they will want to make her pay for what she has done. Rafe warns that Gwen has one shot to make him believe her. Gwen then says she will tell Rafe the truth. Rafe turns on the recorder to take Gwen’s statement. Rafe asks where she was on the night of June 10th. Gwen admits that Xander and Sarah were right that she missed bed check and that is because she left the prison temporarily. Rafe asks how but Gwen says that doesn’t matter and the point is that she managed to escape. Gwen confirms she went and got the Sarah mask but before she continues, she needs to go back and tell him why. Gwen recalls Abigail visiting her in prison earlier that day, to ask her to give Jack a mug she made for his birthday. Rafe asks how Abigail responded that. Gwen informs him that she purposely dropped it, smashing it to bits. Rafe questions that being just a few hours before Abigail was murdered. Gwen confirms that it was. Rafe notes that she then had an agenda coming from the prison. Gwen guesses he could say that.

Leo claims to Sloan that he was living in the DiMera Mansion basement. Sloan tells Leo to take her through everything step by step. Leo says he needed a place to hang his hat and recalls Gwen telling him about the tunnels underneath the DiMera Mansion. Leo says after running in to Thomas and telling him that he was the Tooth Fairy, he realized he had to get out but he was entitled to whatever he could get his hands on first. Leo declares that Chad and Abigail destroyed his one chance at happiness with Craig Wesley, so he helped himself to some food and a couple bottles of champagne. Leo adds that before he left for good, he went upstairs to Abigail’s bedroom.

Kristen tells Chad that she could go on and on about Chloe but he doesn’t want her to do that. Chad questions if she’s not going to tell him then. Kristen informs him that Gabi gave her a position at DiMera, overseeing Basic Black, where Chloe is floundering. Kristen calls her a disaster. Chad mocks her being unfair. Kristen suggests changing the subject and asks about Chad’s bandaged hand which Chad blows off as nothing. Kristen thinks there’s a reason Chad isn’t looking her in the eye and a reason that he came to Marlena’s office. Kristen guesses it has to do with Abigail. Chad tells her to go to Hell and starts to walk out. Kristen stops him and says she sees he has the weight of the world on his shoulders right now. Kristen adds that she came to the house to check on him but EJ said he had moved out. Kristen is so sorry about Abigail. Chad argues that she doesn’t care about anyone but herself. Kristen argues that Chad is her brother and family so she does care.

Gabi calls Dr. Rolf a creep since he let her believe that Jake was Stefan when he first showed up. Gabi suggests Dr. Rolf donate his brain to science and calls him a joke, loser, and laughing stock. Dr. Rolf argues that if she had any idea what he has achieved, she’d get down on her knees and thank him. Gabi asks what the hell that means. Li claims he agrees with Gabi that Dr. Rolf is worthless and she’s the CEO, so what she says goes. Li decides he’s taking Dr. Rolf out of hte hotel personally. Li then walks him out and warns that he almost blew everything. Li orders Rolf to go back to his lab and finish the job.

Chad questions if Kristen gave a damn about him when she kidnapped his wife and held her prisoner on the island. Kristen admits she’s done terrible things and is the worst of the DiMeras which is really saying something, but Chad’s the best of them. Chad calls that a very low bar. Kristen thinks Chad came to the office to ask Marlena for help. Kristen says she never asked for help as she was circling the drain and just doubling down on DiMera, so now she has to ask permission to see her daughter and she can’t even be in a room with her alone. Kristen says she loves Rachel but she wasn’t humble, strong, or good enough to put her first. Kristen encourages that Chad is and he will get through this awful pain because he loves his children and is a good man, so he will put his children first and he won’t fall apart like she did because they need him and he will be there for them. Kristen states that is what good parents do. Kristen adds that it may not mean anything to Chad, but she is really sorry for what she did to him and Abigail. Chad states that the time that she was on that island was time they should’ve been together and time they will never get back. Kristen agrees that she is of no use to him, but she really wishes she was. Kristen then takes her purse and exits the office.

Jack tells Jennifer that he’s made everything worse by giving Gwen second chances because he wanted Gwen and Abigail to be sisters. Jennifer assures that she doesn’t blame him and encourages that she needs him to get through this for their sanity and to look forward, not back.

Rafe tells Gwen to take him back to that night. Gwen recalls the DiMera Mansion being quiet when she slipped in and she put the mask on before going inside in case anyone saw her. Rafe asks why she wore the mask. Gwen explains that Sarah had come to see her in prison and she knew that Sarah was still dealing with residual effects from the drug and seeing people, thinking they were Kristen, and even attacking some of them. Rafe guesses she took that information and ran with it, so she attacked Abigail and people would think it was Sarah. Gwen says she’s getting to that. Gwen states that once she got upstairs, she went to Abigail’s room, and saw her sitting on the bed, working. Gwen recalls portraying “Sarah” and attacking Abigail with a syringe, as if she was Kristen. Rafe asks what about the murder weapon. Gwen tells him to let her finish. Gwen says that Abigail fought back hard and eventually pulled her mask off, revealing Gwen. Gwen tried to explain how Sarah sees everybody as Kristen. Abigail guessed she was trying to get her and Sarah both locked up. Gwen assured that she didn’t really have any of the drug left in the syringe and that Abigail was just the means to an end. Rafe questions Gwen now claiming that she did not kill Abigail. Gwen says that’s exactly what she is claiming and that he already has the real murderer behind bars.

Sloan asks Leo what exactly did happen in the room. Leo responds that he’s trying to tell her. Leo says that Gwen called him, furious with Abigail over some mug she made for Jack and that Gwen wanted him to get a knife and use it to stab Abigail. Sloan questions him not telling someone that. Leo says they were best friends and she was going on about a knife, but there was a knife on his breakfast tray. Sloan asks if Leo is telling her that he took the knife upstairs and was thinking about murder. Leo says he was only thinking about stealing, but he wasn’t going upstairs without a backup plan. Leo adds that the problem is, once he got up there, the bedroom was a little crowded. Leo recalls hiding in the bathroom as Chad and Abigail had come home to the bedroom. Leo goes over how afterwards, Chad took the kids to the movies while Abigail stayed behind to work. Leo thought he’d be stuck in there forever since he knew if Abigail saw him, it wouldn’t end well for him. Leo says then he got a break, when she left the room, so he came out of hiding. Leo says he should’ve kept going but there was a jewelry box on the dresser, so he used his knife to break the lock. Sloan wants to know more about the knife and asks him to describe it. Leo says it was what he used with his breakfast and very sharp. Sloan tells him to focus on where the knife is now. Leo recalls stealing the jewelry and leaving the knife behind on the dresser. Leo says he was in a hurry, so it must’ve been there when Gwen arrived, so after he was gone, she must have gone upstairs wearing the Sarah mask and seeing the knife must have triggered something dark in her, then killed Abigail in a frenzy of rage. Leo tells Sloan that is the whole story and then tells her to go tell Rafe so she can get him out of here. Sloan says that’s the last thing she’s going to do, no matter what Gwen did after he took off.

Rafe asks Gwen if that’s not the whole story. Gwen assures that she’s getting to it. Gwen recalls Abigail threatening to call the prison while Gwen plead with her and admitted her plan was horrible, acknowledging that she wouldn’t get Xander back. Gwen told Abigail that she’d just go back to prison on her own, she’d never have to see her again, and they could pretend this never happened. Abigail asked why she would do that after everything Gwen had done and refusing to tell her what she did to her grandmother. Gwen swore she didn’t do anything to Laura and that it was an accident, exactly as she said it happened, so she did not kill her. Gwen said she would go back to prison and serve out the rest of her sentence if Abigail let her go. Abigail reluctantly agreed to give Gwen an hour to get back to prison, so she thanked her and left. Gwen asks Rafe if he’s happy now that he knows how pathetic she really is.

Li returns to the room and claims to Gabi that he really enjoyed tossing Dr. Rolf out in the gutter. Li asks if she’s okay. Gabi complains that Dr. Rolf made her remember how Stefan died and how much she hoped he would come back. Li says if he knew she was coming back, he would’ve thrown him out earlier. Gabi tells him that it’s not his fault. Li offers to help her forget about all that stress. Gabi says she would like that as they kiss.

Dr. Rolf returns to his lab where Kristen is watching over Stefan. Kristen complains about Dr. Rolf not calling her back. Rolf responds that he couldn’t because he was in the middle of an unpleasant encounter with Gabi. He explains that he went to confront Li about his attempts to shut down Stefan’s life support. Kristen tells him to forget about Li and stay focused. Kristen needs to know if Dr. Rolf can erase Stefan’s feelings for Gabi. Dr. Rolf responds that it will give him great pleasure to erase those feelings forever. Kristen tells him that she and Li have slightly different goals. Kristen says that Li wants Stefan to have no interest in Gabi, but that’s not enough, as she needs him to have laser focused aim on Chloe. Dr. Rolf says it’s one thing at a time as this will be a delicate operation that some would call impossible. Dr. Rolf explains that he will have to amplify Stefan’s brainwaves just enough to manipulate his memories and feelings, but no more than that to compromise his viability in the process as they don’t want to kill him. Dr. Rolf tells Kristen to let him get to it as he will need total concentration and solitude. Kristen warns that she wants results as she then exits the lab.

Rafe tells Gwen that it was really pathetic, but it does not get her off the hook for murder. Gwen swears but Rafe argues that all of her lies, her swears don’t mean anything. Rafe adds that Gwen knew as soon as they picked up Leo, she would have to come up with some lie as to why she was in the room. Rafe says if Gwen wanted to implicate Sarah, she could’ve just put on the mask and attacked anyone, so he questions why go to the DiMera Mansion where there’s an elaborate security system full of people who loathe her. Gwen cries that she was crazy and just wanted to scare Abigail, but not kill her. Gwen admits she ran out and Lucas saw her. Rafe brings up Lucas seeing her drop what might have been the murder weapon. Gwen insists it was the syringe and then she hid the mask, ditched the mask and made it back to prison late. Gwen declares that she did not know Abigail was dead until the next day and that she was alive when she left the house. Gwen asks if Leo can say the same thing.

Leo doesn’t see why Sloan doesn’t believe him. Sloan responds that she does believe him, but warns that telling the police that he was in possession of the murder weapon could be disastrous for him as it puts him alone in the room with the victim and the murder weapon which went missing afterwards. Sloan tells Leo that this stays between them until they slam the door on Gwen.

At the Horton House, Jack and Jennifer inform Chad that it was Gwen that killed Abigail. Chad questions it being Gwen all along and asks where Leo fits in. Jennifer says they don’t know and asks if Chad is okay. Chad responds that he’s going to make the kids dinner and quietly walks out of the room, leaving Jack and Jennifer confused.

Sloan approaches Rafe at the police station and says now that he has the real murderer in custody, he needs to call the district attorney to let her client go. Rafe reminds her that without the murder charge, Melinda has more than enough to hold Leo without bail for breaking and entering, possession of stolen property, robbery, and a murder charge is still possible. Rafe declares that he’s going to hold on to his two suspects.

As Gwen is escorted to her holding cell, she yells at Leo for throwing her under the bus to save his own skin. Gwen shouts that two can play that game. Leo questions what lies she told them.

Li and Gabi lay in bed together. Li asks if she’s hungry and if he should order room service but notes that she is distracted. Li guesses she’s still thinking about Stefan. Gabi says not exactly, but she can’t get what Dr. Rolf said out of her mind that if she knew what he was able to achieve, she’d be on her knees thanking him. Gabi wonders what Dr. Rolf meant by that.

Dr. Rolf talks about Gabi thinking he’s a joke and a loser while he works on Stefan. Dr. Rolf declares “finally!” as Stefan then wakes up and grabs Rolf’s arm.

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Brady surprises Marlena in her office by bringing his daughter Rachel in to see her.

At Basic Black, Chloe and Kristen argue after Chloe gives Kristen her report on the Marina project but Kristen orders her to get it down to 20 pages. Kristen calls Chloe unqualified for the job. Kristen threatens to tell Gabi and the board that this important deal had to be delayed again because of Chloe’s incompetence.

Gabi sits outside in the park and calls Li. Li hopes there’s not another hold up in the Marina deal. Gabi responds that she’s expecting a proposal from Brady’s office today. Gabi invites Li to join her for lunch in the park but Li says he has a meeting. There’s a knock at the door which Gabi questions. Li says it’s probably just the maid, but it is actually Dr. Rolf.

Ava suggests EJ tell Rafe the truth that she and Gwen are just friends. EJ remarks that just friends don’t usually break each other out of prison. EJ adds that the fact that Ava did Gwen that favor on the night that Abigail was killed is vital information. Ava then offers her phone and says if EJ is so sure of what he heard, he can call the police right now.

Li answers the door and Dr. Rolf walks in. Li tells Gabi that he has to go to his meeting and tells Gabi to enjoy her lunch. Gabi says she’ll see him later as they hang up. Li questions Dr. Rolf showing up here when they agreed to meet in his lab. Dr. Rolf asks if he thinks he’s stupid and says he knows it was him. Li asks what he’s talking about. Dr. Rolf shouts that Li tried to kill Stefano’s son.

Johnny jogs through the park and stops when he comes across Gabi. Johnny tells Gabi that he’s been meaning to reach out because he thinks he owes her an apology.

EJ believes Ava is bluffing. Ava points out that EJ didn’t record the conversation between her and Gwen, so he knows that his statement about a conversation he eavesdropped on is hearsay. Ava tells EJ that Gwen didn’t kill anybody. EJ questions taking her word for that and argues that he heard Ava accusing Gwen just now. EJ states that Ava has no idea what Gwen did or didn’t do. Ava responds that he asked for one good reason not to call the cops, so she gave him one. EJ wanted Ava to sign Jake’s shares of DiMera over to him in exchange for his silence.

Rachel tells Marlena about her trip to California. Brady mentions wanting to talk to Marlena alone so Rachel goes to listen to music on her headphones. Marlena talks about Rachel growing since she saw her last. Brady thanks Marlena for letting him bring her as he wanted her to feel this was a comfortable place and a neutral territory. Marlena isn’t sure what he’s getting at. Brady reveals that he’s decided to give Kristen a chance to see Rachel.

Chloe complains that she did what Kristen asked and now she wants her to take it down to 20 pages. Kristen tells Chloe that if she doesn’t like her management style, she could just quit. Chloe refuses to give her the satisfaction of driving her out. Chloe questions if she really thinks she can come between her and Brady. Kristen remarks that Chloe is not the great love of Brady’s life. Chloe says that’s not what Brady said to her last night when they were making love. Kristen raises her hand at Chloe and calls her a slut. Kristen then grabs a knife and threatens to drive it through her heart.

Ava asks if EJ is blackmailing her. EJ sees it as giving her options, pointing out that he’s not ordering her to move out. Ava mocks getting to stay in the mansion if she signs over her shares and calls it bribery and blackmail. Ava argues that EJ has nothing on her and asks why she would break Gwen out of prison when she’s the one who ratted her out to the district attorney. EJ asks why he keeps walking in on them talking in the living room then. EJ says they both know what he heard and he thinks Rafe will be very interested to hear it. Ava argues that Rafe won’t believe a word EJ says since he hates him more than he hates her. Ava tells EJ to go ahead and make the call to waste Rafe’s time and make an enemy out of her, warning that he can see where that gets him.

Johnny explains to Gabi that he’s been filled in on some of the stuff he did while possessed by The Devil and it seems he did a number on her. Gabi asks if he means them almost having sex on her desk. Johnny jokes that he can’t believe that happened and he doesn’t remember it. Gabi assures it wasn’t memorable. Johnny feels worse about thinking that Gabi and Jake might still be together if not for The Devil. Gabi says that Jake is dead and Johnny had nothing to do with it. Johnny argues that the reason they broke up was because Gabi thought Jake sold her out to Victor when it was him and he’s truly sorry for that. Gabi appreciates him saying that, but says he did her a little favor because when Jake refused to believe her, she realized he would never trust her. Gabi adds that they built their relationship on her wanting Jake to be Stefan. Gabi says Jake dying so suddenly brought back the memories of Stefan dying so suddenly. Gabi tells Johnny not to feel bad and points out that Jake ended up with Ava and now she’s very happy with Li Shin. Johnny is glad and asks if that means they are okay. Gabi nods so Johnny wishes her and Li the best as he then walks away.

Dr. Rolf confronts Li about turning off Stefan’s life support and says it would’ve been permanent had he not been caught. Dr. Rolf complains that Li assured he would not harm Stefan and that he only wanted to delay his recovery long enough to cement his relationship with Gabi. Li says he just had a moment of doubt. Dr. Rolf argues that his moment could’ve caused all those years of his work to go up in smoke. Li argues that Rolf doesn’t care any more about Stefan than he does and that he’s just a science project to him. Rolf calls Stefan an obstacle to Li. Li feels they are on the same page. Dr. Rolf says he assured Kristen that Li won’t have another opportunity to get near her brother again. Li mocks Kristen’s show of sisterly love for Stefan and Jake is really about shares and stock, so he proposed a slight change in the plan for Stefan and Kristen liked it. Dr. Rolf asks what the plan is. Li explains that once Stefan is miraculously brought back to life, he wants him to immediately become attracted to Chloe Lane. Dr. Rolf questions what that has to do with business. Li responds that every story is a business story. Li explains that Chloe is getting in Kristen’s way and he needs Kristen to be happy and on his side, so he asks if Dr. Rolf can make it happen.

Marlena asks Brady if he’s sure he wants to let Kristen see Rachel. Brady says he does, but he doesn’t. Brady mentions that Kristen has been asking for months but when she was in prison, he didn’t find it appropriate to bring Rachel there, but now that Kristen is out, he doesn’t have that excuse anymore. Brady adds that Rachel keeps asking why she can’t see her mom. Marlena understands that Kristen can be very unpredictable. Brady says not so much with Rachel, but he doesn’t want to tell Rachel who her mother really is and what she’s done until she’s older. Marlena praises Brady as a good dad. Brady knows he’s not being completely selfless as Kristen has been very noisy about wanting to revisit their custody agreement since she got out. Brady adds that Kristen also installed herself at Basic Black and has been lording her power over Chloe ever since. Marlena asks what he thinks Kristen is looking for in terms of custody. Brady notes that she says she wants joint custody but he wouldn’t put it past her to go for full custody. Brady declares that he can’t let that happen. Brady wonders if he plays nice then Kristen will play nice in return.

Chloe asks how it would work out for Kristen if she kills her in the office. Kristen reminds Chloe that she has a certain gift for getting out of jail. Kristen then gets a call from Brady which excites her so she puts down the knife. Kristen says that she and Chloe were just talking about him. Brady brings up Kristen saying she wanted to see Rachel when she got back, so he informs her that they are at Marlena’s office. Kristen excitedly says she’ll be there and hangs up.

Dr. Rolf is not sure he can do what Li is asking. Li argues that Rolf is a genius and that he kept a guy with no heart alive for four years. Li says all he wants is for him to make Stefan forget that he ever loved Gabi. Dr. Rolf argues that it’s not easy since the emotions of the brain are not his area of expertise. Li brings up Dr. Rolf putting a chip in Hope’s brain, making her think she was a dead European princess. Dr. Rolf laughs as he admits he did do that. Li has faith in Rolf and says if anyone can make Stefan fall back in love with Chloe, it has to be him.

Chloe goes to the DiMera Office and tells Gabi that they need to talk. Gabi says that was fast as she just told her secretary that she needed the Marina report. Chloe says not yet as she really needs to talk to her about something. Gabi asks what there is. Chloe informs Gabi that Kristen just tried to murder her with a letter opener because she wants Brady. Gabi asks if she went to the police. Chloe admits she didn’t. Gabi points out that Chloe isn’t dead. Chloe argues that she would be dead if Kristen didn’t get a phone call from Brady. Chloe complains that going to work now feels like she’s risking her life and she doesn’t want to live like this but she doesn’t think HR can handle this kind of problem. Gabi suggests she just resign. Chloe argues that she has a son to support. Gabi advises her to try not to escalate the situation. Chloe questions just doing nothing. Gabi suggests Kristen probably won’t be here long but Chloe assures that Kristen is not going anywhere as long as Brady and Rachel are here because Kristen is convinced she’s the only thing keeping them from being together. Gabi doesn’t think this is the hill to die on. Chloe asks not to talk about dying. Chloe asks Gabi to tell Kristen to leave her alone. Gabi worries that if she does that, Kristen will flip on her and side with EJ, then he will kick her out of the office so she can’t do that and her hands are tied.

EJ supposes he doesn’t need to involve the police yet. Ava calls that a good answer. EJ says that Leo is currently the suspect of the week. Ava comments that Leo looks good for Abigail’s murder. EJ argues that they all did until they had alibis and if Leo has one as well, then he’s making that call. Ava says they are right back where they started, except now everything is out in the open. Ava tells EJ that she knows the only reason he invited her to move in was to get his hands on her DiMera shares but now he’s completely shown his hand. Ava adds that if she was going to let go of the shares, the person she’d give them to would be Kristen because they actually get along.

Brady asks Marlena if she thinks Rachel could benefit from seeing a child psychiatrist. Kristen then walks in and declares that Rachel doesn’t need a therapist, she just needs her mom. Rachel runs up to hug Kristen. Kristen tells her that everything is going to be alright now as they embrace.

EJ tells Ava that she’d be foolish to pit Kristen against him right now because she will always be loyal to family. Ava points out that she’s family now too and Jake would be rolling in his grave if he knew how EJ was treating his widow. EJ remarks that he doesn’t know and he won’t. Ava says so much for the gracious host making her feel welcome. EJ tells her that she can always move out. Ava assures that she’s not going anywhere. EJ questions Ava thinking she can live here indefinitely without offering him something in return. Ava tells EJ to go to Hell. Johnny then walks in and questions what’s going on here. Ava tells him to ask his father and storms out.

Chloe asks if Gabi is saying she won’t care if Kristen murders her at the office. Gabi insists that Kristen doesn’t want to get sent back to prison. Gabi wishes she could help her. Chloe warns that Kristen could hurt Gabi too as she doesn’t give a damn about Basic Black or any proposals, just pushing her out of Brady’s life. Gabi says Kristen is still DiMera and she’s not, so she has no power over her. Chloe guesses she should’ve figured Gabi would do this. Gabi asks what that means. Chloe brings up her relationship with Stefan and how they were happy until Gabi slept with him and took him away from her.

Dr. Rolf asks Li how he knows that Chloe would return Stefan’s feelings if he could make him feel an attraction. Rolf argues that he’s a doctor, not a matchmaker. Li doesn’t care what Chloe feels as he just wants to keep Stefan from going after Gabi. Li adds that Kristen is the one who wants Stefan to break up Chloe and Brady, so if that doesn’t happen, it’s her problem and not his.

Kristen talks to Rachel about how much she has grown up since she last saw her. Rachel tells her that she missed her. Kristen shows her how she kept the Valentine she made for her. Kristen gives Rachel a present of a necklace with a locket that has a picture of them inside. Kristen says it’s from when the three of them were a family together.

Johnny asks EJ what’s going on with he and Ava. EJ claims they were just having a disagreement about the company. Johnny asks what Ava has to do with DiMera Enterprises. EJ responds that Ava could vote Jake’s shares with his to boot Gabi out but she doesn’t see it that way. Johnny calls it pretty obvious that EJ inviting Ava to live here wasn’t about taking care of his brother’s widow, but about controlling his shares. EJ reminds Johnny that Ava’s marriage to Jake is highly suspect as she married him shortly before he was shot to death. Johnny questions if he thinks Ava was responsible for Jake’s death. EJ says no, but the marriage is suspect because he was killed the same day she married him. Johnny feels Ava has to be shell shocked. EJ assures that Ava is always thinking clearly and never stops acting in her own best interests. Johnny suggests Ava is just trying to do what Jake would’ve wanted and maybe Jake wanted Gabi to stay while it sounds like EJ is asking Ava to say to hell with what Jake wanted. EJ doesn’t think Ava really cares about what Jake would’ve wanted. Johnny asks what that means. EJ responds that Ava isn’t as grief stricken as he seems to think.

Gabi tells Chloe that what happened between her and Stefan was not about hurting Chloe. Gabi admits that at first she wanted to get back at him because he was part of the reason she went to prison for something she didn’t do. Gabi says she didn’t expect to fall in love with him but it just happened. Gabi thought she had been in love before, but Stefan was the first and only man that ever really loved her back. Chloe apologizes for trying to make her feel guilty and now she feels guilty. Chloe asks Gabi not to cry as she was just very hurt and angry when Stefan dumped her for Gabi, but realistically they never would’ve lasted since Vivian would’ve been her mother in law. Chloe says that she and Brady are together now and Gabi and Stefan were obviously meant to be.

Dr. Rolf asks if Li has had a conversation with Kristen about her plan for Stefan and Chloe. Li says that Kristen is a smart woman and will figure out what to do. Li adds that Dr. Rolf said Kristen told him that she’s on board with his plan, so it seems he has his marching orders. Li tells Rolf to go back to his lab and start working on Stefan right away.

Brady asks Rachel if she wants a snack but she declines. Marlena offers to take Rachel to the cafeteria. Rachel asks if Kristen can come with them. Kristen says she needs to stay and talk to Brady but promises to see her soon. Marlena then exits with Rachel. Brady asks Kristen what the hell she is doing with the locket. Kristen questions him being angry because she gave a present to her own child. Kristen complains that she’d been carrying it around for ages, waiting for a chance to see her. Kristen thanks Brady for giving her that chance. Brady responds that she’s making him wish that he hadn’t. Brady argues that the necklace is going to put ideas in Rachel’s idea which is exactly what she wanted. Kristen remarks that it’s just a picture of them. Brady complains that it will give Rachel hope that they are somehow going to be a family again. Kristen asks who says they won’t.

Gabi looks over Chloe’s report and notes that it’s pretty detailed, so she asks what Kristen’s problem with it was. Chloe says apparently her first draft was too vague and now this one was too long so nothing she does is going to please Kristen. Gabi agrees to do what she can but that Kristen will come up with some new way to torture her. Chloe responds that she’s not quitting because Kristen needs to know two can play her game and that Kristen’s not the only one who can play hard ball.

Brady can’t believe he has to tell Kristen again that they are never getting together again, ever. Brady says he let her see Rachel because that’s what Rachel wanted but warns her about if she tries to turn her against Chloe or makes ridiculous promises. Kristen claims she would never use her. Brady argues that Kristen hasn’t seen Rachel in months and the first thing she does is go on about how they used to be a family. Brady talks about how Rachel didn’t understand that they were on the run because her mother was convicted of stabbing her great grandfather in the heart. Kristen argues that he knows why she did that. Brady states that Rachel has been through enough, so he wants to keep stability in her life. Brady adds that just because Rachel wants Kristen in her life, doesn’t mean he’s going to do whatever Kristen wants. Kristen complains that keeping Rachel away from her would be heartless and cruel. Brady calls that hilarious coming from her since she tried to kidnap Rachel to keep her away from him. Kristen admits she was wrong and desperate. Brady shouts that she’s always desperate. Brady decides that this visit is over, so he’s going to pick up their daughter. Kristen stops him to ask when she gets to see her again. Brady says when she stops putting her needs in front of her daughter’s and when she is the mother she needs. Kristen asks how dare he speak to her that way. Brady says he’s just calling it as he sees it and walks out of the office.

Johnny goes to Ava’s room and finds her wiping tears so he asks if she’s alright. Ava says she’s okay. Johnny says he’s sorry about the way EJ is treating her. Ava says that EJ is pressuring her to give him Jake’s shares and when she said she wouldn’t, he said he would kick her out. Ava says she’s no pushover so she’s not going anywhere. Johnny says that ever since EJ screwed it up with Sami, he’s been really one track minded about getting the company back but that doesn’t give him an excuse to walk all over Ava after everything she’s been through. Johnny says he’s sorry that EJ did that. Ava says Johnny is sweet, but she grew up in a mob family so she’s not going to let EJ DiMera rattle her. Johnny sits next to her and asks if he’s the reason she was crying. Ava says no and that it’s just been a tough last few years from turning her back on her family and bouncing around, then her youngest son got himself murdered while her oldest son couldn’t take it here anymore, so he moved out West. Ava adds that then losing Jake too and it all just became a bit much, but she’s always okay. Johnny tells her that if she ever needs anyone to talk to, he’s there. Johnny and Ava hug as EJ walks by and sees them. Johnny says he just got back from a run, so he’s going to shower. Ava thanks him for being there for her. Johnny then exits the room. After Johnny walks away, EJ comes back by and approaches Ava’s room.

Brady brings Rachel to Chloe at Basic Black. Rachel shows Chloe her locket and picture, noting that Kristen said the picture was when they were a family. Brady calls that a long time ago. Rachel responds that she wants to be a family again.

Marlena returns to her office where Kristen remains. Marlena didn’t think she’d still be there. Kristen hoped Brady would bring Rachel back to say goodbye but Marlena says no and that Rachel was jet lagged and wanted to see Chloe. Kristen accuses Marlena of saying that to hurt her. Marlena tells her that she said that to help her face the reality that Brady and Chloe are together and they love each other, so nothing she can do could change that.

Dr. Rolf can’t promise to program Stefan’s feelings with Li and Kristen’s visions, but he can only promise to do his best work. Li says that’s all he can ask and says he has faith in him. Li asks Rolf to keep him updated on his progress which he agrees to do. Li opens the door for Rolf to leave but is shocked to see Gabi. Gabi questions why Li didn’t tell her that he was meeting with this creep and what they have to meet about.

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Steve goes home and bursts in with his gun raised, only to be shocked to find his daughter Stephanie inside, who drops a glass and tells him not to shoot. Stephanie tells Steve to put the gun away and give his daughter a hug.

Kayla checks Chad out in a hospital room and asks what happened. Chad informs her that he broke a glass in his hand after finding out that Leo Stark killed his wife.

Sloan joins Leo in the interrogation room. Leo asks if there’s a problem. Sloan says she convinced the cops to give her a moment alone with her client after his outburst. Sloan reminds Leo that she’s only taking his case for the publicity and any possible profits of his book sales from his sordid story. Sloan warns that if he wants her to defend him against these very serious charges, he can’t go off making promises to the police that he can’t deliver on. Leo asks who says he can’t deliver since he said he knows who killed Abigail and he does.

Xander comes out of the shower and tells Sarah that he’s figured out how they are going to force Ava to admit that she helped break Gwen out of prison so that she could kill Abigail.

Ava comes out of her room and runs in to EJ in the hall. Ava jokes about EJ being shirtless in just a towel. EJ informs her that he just finished an invigorating fencing workout and spent 20 minutes in the sauna. EJ calls it quite refreshing and suggests next time, Ava should join him. Ava questions if he’s seriously coming on to his late brother’s grieving widow. EJ claims that he was merely promoting the well documented health benefits of a sauna bath. Ava thanks him for the health lesson. EJ apologizes as he knows how much her short but sweet marriage to Jake still means to her. EJ then walks away.

Xander tells Sarah about how they will sneak in to the DiMera Mansion, dressed as plumbers, and then they will infiltrate Ava’s bedroom where he will plant a bug under her humidifier. Xander says that escaping will be difficult but he believes they can get through the air ducts. Sarah says that may work if Gwen was the one who did kill Abigail, but not if it was someone else, as Sarah then shows Xander the article on Leo’s arrest.

Sloan questions if Leo is telling her that he’s known this whole time who killed Abigail and he’s just now coming forward with the information. Sloan argues that even if she manages to prevent him from going away for murder, Melinda will have a damn good case against him for obstruction of justice. Leo points out that he didn’t say he knew the whole time. Sloan bets that Melinda will argue that he should’ve offered the information the second he knew the identity of this person. Leo asks what if he was just trying to protect someone he cares about. Sloan reminds him that he’s facing a first degree murder charge. Sloan tells him that she needs him to tell her now who killed Abigail DiMera.

Kayla asks Chad how Leo got in to the tunnels in the first place. Chad tells her it was Gwen as it just never ends with her. Chad says Gwen and Leo go way back. Kayla asks if he really thinks she was involved. Chad comments that Gwen has been obsessed with Abigail since she came to Salem because she blamed Abigail for her upbringing as if Abigail had it all. Chad remarks that from what he’s heard, Jack wouldn’t have won any father of the year awards when Abigail and JJ were brought up. Kayla feels that’s a bit harsh and asks if he thinks Jack deserves that after he just lost his daughter. Chad responds that he does and more. Chad informs Kayla that Jack was at the hotel when he confronted Gwen and stood by her the whole time. Chad complains that Gwen said she knew nothing and Jack backed her all the way. Kayla knows it must have been hard to hear. Chad argues that the daughter Jack knew and loved his whole life was cut down in her prime, yet he still defends the bad seed. Kayla reminds Chad that he’s a father so he can understand Jack not wanting to believe that Gwen had anything to do with Abigail’s death. Kayla states that it’s bad enough to lose one daughter without thinking that another child is responsible.

Stephanie complains that Steve scared the hell out of her. Steve says she did to him too but he’s happy to see her as he’s missed her so much. Stephanie questions why he came in gun blazing. Steve says he got an alert that the security alarm went off and he wondered how that happened. Stephanie admits it took her a minute to remember the code but she thought Kayla stopped setting the alarm because of a glitch. Steve confirms that she did but he asked her to start using it again. Stephanie asks why. Steve responds that he’s sorry to have to tell her this, but Orpheus is back and he’s targeting their family again.

Xander complains about Leo after reading the article. Sarah guesses their theory about Gwen and Ava being involved goes out the window now but Xander says not so fast as he wouldn’t grant them get out of jail free cards just yet.

Ava answers the door at the DiMera Mansion to see Gwen and questions what the hell she’s doing here. Gwen questions that being how she greets a friend and comes in to the living room. Ava states that she wasn’t expecting a visit from her. Gwen mocks her being a DiMera wife living the high life in the grand mansion so she’s too posh for a visit from a lowly peon like her. Ava jokes that they do prefer a call ahead but she’ll still consort with a select few peons. Gwen mocks the idea of wasting her precious time. Gwen just wanted to come put her mind at ease now that the news is out that Leo Stark is in custody as they think he killed Abigail.

Leo tells Sloan that this isn’t easy for him since he and this friend go way back. Sloan asks if the friend is going to be by his side if the state decides to give him the death penalty. Sloan asks about the proof that Leo says he has that his friend killed Abigail and if it really exists. Leo assures that it does.

Kayla wraps Chad’s hand and comments that he did quite a number on himself. Chad calls it no big deal but Kayla says she’s not so sure about that.

Stephanie hates to see Steve so shook up. Steve calls it a travesty that Orpheus is out of prison. Stephanie points out that Orpheus did send Kayla flowers and that the Steve she knows wouldn’t have blinked an eye at that and would’ve already found a way to neutralize the threat. Steve informs her that he’s already found a way to neutralize Orpheus. Stephanie asks what he’s waiting for then and what the problem is. Steve responds that the problem is that Kayla won’t let him eliminate Orpheus.

Kayla tells Chad that she’s not worried about his injury as it’s luckily not serious, but she’s worried about him hurting himself again. Chad calls it an accident and says he just lost his temper, he’s not acting out. Chad declares that his problem is not that he’s suicidal, but that he’s homicidal. Kayla tells him not to say that but Chad says it’s true. Chad wishes Rafe would leave him alone with Leo and turn a blind eye for five minutes with no cameras, guards, or lawyers. Kayla asks if he really thinks killing Leo will end his pain. Chad asks what makes her think he wants his pain to stop because it’s all he has. Chad declares that if his pain goes away, then he has nothing, so he can’t do that because he will not let Abigail go.

Sloan tells Leo that she thinks they can work with that and asks if he really has this evidence. Leo confirms that it’s right where he told her. Rafe then enters the room. Sloan tells him that it’s been a long time. Rafe says not long enough. Sloan guesses that Shawn and Jada decided to call in the big gun. Rafe responds that they got called in on another case, so he’s just stepping in, but they did warn him that Sloan was representing Leo. Rafe calls her Salem’s most prolific ambulance chaser. Sloan calls Rafe the most bumbling police commissioner in the history of Salem. Sloan then brings up Rafe’s girlfriend successfully framed him for being a dirty cop after she found out he was cheating on her. Rafe clarifies that he was exonerated and that was his ex-girlfriend as he’s now happily married. Leo jokes about watching them argue. Rafe declares that’s enough nonsense as Shawn and Jada already told him about Leo’s bogus claims. Sloan assures there is nothing bogus about them as Leo knows who killed Abigail DiMera and he has proof. Rafe says out with it then. Sloan tells Rafe that Leo will tell him everything as soon as he gets immunity.

Sarah and Xander go over Ava using her mob connections to break Gwen out of prison and then Leo helped Gwen sneak in to the DiMera Mansion where she finally got her ultimate revenge by violently murdering her half-sister and then Leo took off with Abigail’s priceless jewelry. Sarah guesses it’s possible they were all in cahoots.

EJ comes downstairs and listens in on Gwen and Ava talking in the living room about the police thinking Leo killed Abigail. Ava is not sure she buys it. Ava points out that Gwen knew Leo best and asks if she thinks he’s capable of murder. Gwen states that Leo was furious with Chad and Abigail for their part in ruining his happiness. Ava knows they broke up his marriage to Craig but feels stabbing someone doesn’t seem like Leo’s style. Gwen remarks that they both know vengeance can drive one to do unspeakable things. EJ continues listening in from behind the door as Ava tells Gwen that it’s kind of like when she asked her to break her out of prison on the same night that Abigail died. Ava asks if Gwen was being driven by vengeance that night. Gwen thought Leo’s arrest would’ve put Ava’s suspicion to bed. Ava says she can’t blame her for being curious since she did break her out of prison on the night that Abigail met her maker and they both know how much Gwen hated Abigail which she imagines was much more than Leo. Gwen argues that she didn’t hate Abigail and was only very jealous of the life that she lived. Gwen states that deep down, she cared for Abigail and her children so she could never live with the responsibility of having taken the children’s mother from them. Ava says whatever helps her sleep at night. EJ then walks in and calls it deja vu to once again find them in his living room with their heads together. EJ hopes Gwen is feeling better since she was under the weather and missed dinner with them. Gwen claims she’s still not quite herself and just received some rather disturbing news that her friend Leo is in jail, being questioned about Abigail’s murder. EJ mentions hearing all about that while getting dressed. EJ states that he and Chad are not on the best of terms but Abigail was a cherished member of the family and she died in this house under his roof. EJ calls it unspeakable. EJ hopes the authorities nail Leo Stark and anyone else responsible for Abigail’s death to the wall.

Sloan tells Rafe to go to Melinda’s office and get Leo that immunity deal, and then Leo will sing like a canary. Rafe says no deal because he already has a suspect in custody who had means, motive, and opportunity. Sloan calls those facts flimsy but Rafe doubts a jury of his peers will see it that way. Sloan mocks Thomas and Clyde as star witnesses. Rafe responds that they arleady know Leo accessed the DiMera Mansion since they found his fingerprints on the silverware in the wine cellar where he was squatting. Sloan says they are negotiating but Rafe says they aren’t because she has nothing to negotiate with and he’s losing his patience. Rafe tells Leo that he can either come up with the proof that he claims to have or he will request that Melinda indict him for the murder of Abigail DiMera.

Kayla tells Chad that she cannot presume to know what he’s feeling because everybody grieves differently and she knows it’s not a fair comparison because she got Steve back, so she’s sorry if what she says seems insensitive but she knows almost better than anybody the rage that goes with losing someone you love to violence. Kayla recalls being consumed with wanting revenge on Lawrence Alamain because she was led to believe he was responsible for Steve’s death and it took her a really long time to let go of her desire for revenge because her daughter needed her, just like Thomas and Charlotte need Chad. Chad gets that but agrees it’s not the same since Steve came home to her. Kayla thanks God for that every day and knows his loss is an unspeakable tragedy that’s painful for him and his children, but he has to find a way to deal with the anger about how it happened or who he thinks might be responsible for it and figure out how to try to let it go.

Stephanie tells Steve that wanting him to quickly neutralize Orpheus didn’t mean permanently as he can’t just kill a man for no reason. Steve argues that Orpheus has been terrorizing the people he loves since Ronald Reagan was President and thinks that’s reason enough. Stephanie realizes that he really is worried. Steve doesn’t know what he would do if anything happened to her, Kayla, or her brothers and he doesn’t intend to find out. Stephanie bets what’s going on with Jennifer and Jack doesn’t help. Stephanie still can’t believe Abigail is gone. Steve says his heart goes out to everyone who lost Abigail, especially Chad and the kids. Stephanie says she should go see them but Steve tells her to go back to Seattle because he needs her and her brothers to lie low there until Orpheus can be dealt with. Stephanie argues that he may be willing to put his entire life on hold for Orpheus but she’s not. Steve says he’s not asking her to put her life on hold but Stephanie says he is as she reveals that a prospective client is considering hiring her for some big project and this could be huge for her which is why she’s here. Steve asks who the client is. Stephanie responds that they haven’t revealed their name yet as it’s top secret and they want to wait until they meet in person tonight. Steve warns her that there is no client and that it’s Orpheus. Stephanie questions thinking that but Steve insists that it’s a trap and asks why else they would keep their identity a secret. Stephanie suggests they could be a celebrity or a politician. Steve continues to worry it could be Orpheus. Stephanie tells him to stop with the paranoia and assures that her meeting was set up by a trusted colleague that she’s worked with countless times. Stephanie reminds Steve that he taught her how to take care of herself. Steve knows she can handle herself but pepper spray won’t protect her from a madman like Orpheus. Steve wishes Stephanie and Kayla would realize what a threat Orpheus is to them. Stephanie asks where Kayla is. Steve informs her that she’s at the hospital, so Stephanie suggests they go see her as she has just enough time to surprise her before her meeting. Steve agrees to go, but says he will accompany her to her secret meeting. Steve decides that if she’s going to the meeting, he’s going to have her back. Steve reminds her that he can be just as stubborn as her and Kayla. Steve and Stephanie then exit the house.

Kayla asks if Chad has considered therapy. Chad says Sonny mentioned that too. Kayla is sure that Marlena could find him a grief support group. Chad doesn’t want to sit around feeling sorry for himself. Kayla encourages that he would learn how to deal with his anger and maybe not let it eat away at him, so he’d stop hurting himself, getting drunk, or yelling at his kids. Chad questions who told her about that. Kayla tells him that Jennifer is concerned because she loves him like they all do. Kayla brings up that Chad went to marriage counseling. Chad says that was different. Kayla points out that it helped heal his marriage. Kayla doesn’t know how long it will take to heal his heart but maybe he can learn to be kinder to himself and more present for his children.

Sarah asks if Xander has given any thought on how to prove that Ava and Gwen are in cahoots with Leo. Xander wants to stick to his original brilliant plan of breaking in to Ava’s room at the DiMera Mansion and planting a bug. Sarah suggests they just go to the police with everything they know. Xander supposes that will work too.

Gwen tells EJ to take care and tells Ava that she’ll talk to her soon as she quickly exits. EJ notes that Gwen seemed upset. Ava points out that Gwen just found out her best friend may have killed her little sister. EJ would imagine that would make Gwen feel quite relieved since now that Leo is the #1 suspect and currently in custody, the police are that much further from realizing that Gwen is just as likely to have done the deed with Ava’s help.

Gwen walks through the town square right as Sarah and Xander are coming out of the Salem Inn. Sarah calls it a coincidence as they were just talking about her. Xander mentions reading The Intruder article about her good friend Leo being arrested for murder. Gwen says that she’s quite devastated. Sarah asks if Gwen thinks Leo is guilty then. Gwen responds that the police seem to think so or else they wouldn’t have brought him in for questioning. Xander says that works out really well for Gwen since losing her best friend is a small price to pay for getting away with murder.

Leo tells Rafe that he’ll give up the killer and the proof. Sloan argues that handing over crucial evidence and the culprit has to get them something. Rafe says once he sees who and what Leo has to offer, then he will talk to Melinda and consider what it’s worth. Rafe calls that the best he has to offer. Sloan believes it’s Leo’s best bet. Leo jokes about holding out so Rafe goes to leave but Leo stops him and asks when they are going to get the evidence. Rafe tells Leo that he’s not going anywhere and that Sloan will take him to the evidence.

Kayla tells Chad that she called in a prescription for him at the pharmacy and he can change his bandage later today, then come back to see her in a week so she can make sure it’s healing properly. Chad thanks her. Kayla adds that when he goes to the pharmacy, he could stop in Marlena’s office and he could always cancel the appointment if he changes his mind. Chad agrees that she wins and thanks her. Chad walks away as Steve then arrives with Stephanie to surprise Kayla.

Ava tells EJ that he must be loopy if he thinks she helped Gwen do anything to Abigail. EJ then reveals that he heard her admit to breaking Gwen out of prison on the night that Abigail was killed. Ava questions him eavesdropping. EJ says he happens to live here and asks how he would know that one of his guests would be openly discussing her latest criminal exploits. Ava isn’t sure what EJ thinks he heard, but warns that he’s barking up the wrong tree. EJ argues that they both know it’s her M.O. since Ava helped Kristen break out of police custody before, which he kept to himself. EJ doesn’t know if he can cloak her sins a second time.

Kayla can’t believe Stephanie is here and asks why she didn’t call to let them know she was coming. Stephanie says it was a surprise and she will fill her in later. Stephanie then spots Chad and goes over to greet him. Chad didn’t know she was home. Stephanie says she just got in to town and that she’s so sorry about Abigail. Chad thanks her for the flowers. Stephanie tells him to let her know if there’s anything she can do for he or the kids. Kayla asks Steve what’s the matter and if he isn’t happy that Stephanie is home. Steve responds that they will talk about it at lunch.

Ava warns EJ about snitching but EJ says it’s falling on deaf ears since she’s no longer connected to the Vitali crime family. EJ says that’s why she’s so desperate to hang on to Jake’s stake in DiMera. EJ tells Ava to give him one good reason why he shouldn’t tell Rafe what he knows about her and Gwen.

Sloan returns to Leo in the interrogation room and confirms the evidence was where he said it would be and now that Rafe has the evidence, he should be dropping in on Abigail’s real killer as they speak. Leo remarks that she’s probably going to kill him too…

Gwen questions what Sarah and Xander are saying. Sarah tells her to drop the act as they know that she was at the DiMera Mansion on the night that Abigail died. Gwen calls that ludicrous as she was locked away in prison that night and it’s a matter of public record. Sarah tells her to save it as they know Lucas claimed he saw her there because it was Gwen in the mask. Rafe then appears with the mask in hand and asks if they mean this mask. Rafe tells Gwen that she’s going to have to come with him because he has a few questions for her about her sister’s murder.

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Update written by Joseph

Kayla receives flowers at home and tells Steve that he shouldn’t have, but Steve says he didn’t.

Sonny enters the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion where a woman is seated and drinking coffee. Sonny guesses that she is one of Alex’s friends. Alex then walks in and asks if he heard his name.

Jack goes to Gwen’s motel room and says he came to update her on her sister’s murder investigation, unless she’s already seen the news. Gwen says she just got up and asks what happened. Jack informs her that the police have a new suspect in custody, her friend Leo Stark.

Shawn enters the interrogation room where Leo believes that he’s leaving but Shawn says no. Leo complains that he already held him here all night for no reason. Shawn argues that he’s the main suspect in the Abigail DiMera murder case so they have more questions for him to answer. Shawn warns him that he’s taking this very serious and he should too. Leo responds that he is and that he plans to sue Shawn, Rafe, and the entire department for unlawful detention. Shawn tells Leo that he’ll tell Melinda to go light on his sentence if he confesses to the murder of Abigail.

Chad goes to the DiMera Mansion with Jada. Jada says she knows it probably isn’t easy for him to be back at the house, so she offers to do the search herself and he can wait outside but Chad says no chance. Chad declares that if Leo Stark killed his wife, he’s going to do everything in his power to prove it. They head inside to the living room. Jada asks if he needs a minute but Chad says he’s good and asks how to proceed. Jada brings up Thomas saying he ran in to Leo in the basement so Chad leads her down the tunnels.

Leo insists that he did not kill Abigail DiMera. Shawn says they have a witness that puts him in the house on the night of the murder. Leo asks if he means the mentally ill little boy who thinks he’s the tooth fairy. Shawn informs Leo that they questioned Clyde Weston, who said that Leo was in possession of a bag of jewelry that was stolen from Abigail’s bedroom on the night that she was murdered. Shawn asks how Leo got the jewelry if he was never there.

Jack explains to Gwen that Leo is now at the center of Abigail’s murder investigation. Gwen argues that there’s no proof that he did it. Jack brings up that Leo was hiding in Abigail’s basement and had her jewelry, so he questions how to explain that if Leo is innocent. Gwen admits she can’t. Jack asks Gwen if Leo said or did anything that would lead her to believe that he could’ve killed Abigail. Gwen flashes back to arguing with Leo about Abigail’s murder when Gwen was accusing Leo of having gotten his revenge. Gwen then claims to Jack that she’s just as shocked to hear about this as he is.

Kayla asks who else would send her yellow roses. Steve suggests one of the kids and points out there is a card. Kayla then reads the card, revealing it is from Orpheus, saying he apologizes for any trouble he may have caused her in the past and that she has nothing to fear from him now. Steve grabs the card out of worry and quickly moves Kayla away from the roses.

Sonny asks if Alex is going to introduce him to his friend. Alex introduces her as Lisa but she corrects him that her name is Sloan. Alex apologizes and says he’s terrible at names. Sloan remarks that luckily, he’s good at a few other things. Sonny asks if they’ve known each other for awhile. Alex reveals they met last night at last call at the Small Bar and they just found each other. Sloan questions him remembering the name of the bar but not the name of the woman he slept with. Alex jokes about the name of the Small Bar. Alex says they had an instant connection which was a huge relief after Gabi turned him down. Alex remarks to Sonny that Sonny forgot to tell him that Gabi was smoking hot. Sloan points out that she’s still in the room. Alex apologizes and says she’s smoking hot too. Sloan goes to get more coffee. Sonny can’t believe she didn’t just smack him across the face after he insulted her a dozen times. Alex argues that she’s cool and knows he’s not out to hurt anyone’s feelings. Sonny asks how many other beautiful women he hit on last night. Alex says like four, including Sonny’s sister-in-law. Sonny calls him the most shameless horn dog ever which Alex laughs at.

Leo claims to Shawn that he has no idea what Clyde is talking about and that he’s never even met him. Shawn calls that interesting because Clyde said they are partners in a fencing operation and that Leo had a bag of jewelry that he was just looking to unload which belonged to Abigail. Leo insists that he’s never met Clyde. Shawn asks why Clyde would lie. Leo argues that Clyde is out on parole and maybe he doesn’t want to spend his life in prison. Shawn reminds Leo that Clyde has an airtight alibi. Leo suggests maybe Clyde’s afraid that they’ll still find a way to pin this on him. Shawn asks why Clyde would want to pin this on Leo then. Leo then declares that Nancy put him up to it because she hates him for stealing her husband. Shawn says he heard that was an epic fail on his part. Leo argues that’s because the losers in town wouldn’t mind their own business. Leo states that Nancy still wants revenge against him since she blames him for breaking up her family. Shawn argues that he hears Nancy and Clyde are very happy together. Leo complains that Shawn is holding him on the word of a spoiled brat and a career criminal while they have no real evidence to back up these insane accusations. Shawn says not yet, but they are working on it.

Chad explains to Jada that the tunnels underneath the DiMera Mansion go on for miles, so there are several access points all over Salem. Jada wonders if Leo used them to get down here. Chad guesses it’s possible. Jada asks what this room is used for. Chad says it’s mostly for storing wine and some other stuff like holding people against their will. Jada asks if he ever considered sealing it off but Chad asks where else they would store the wine. As they enter the room, Chad sees the breakfast plate that Leo left behind and declares that Thomas was right and that Leo was under their nose the whole time.

Sloane returns with coffee and tells Alex that she has to get to the office. They kiss goodbye and Sloan tells Sonny that it was nice to meet him as she then exits. Sonny asks Alex if they are a thing now. Alex says he wouldn’t mind hanging out with her again, but he’s not looking for anything serious. Alex feels like Sonny gave him a judgmental look as if to say “why aren’t you having a thing with the woman you just met”. Sonny questions Alex barely knowing her but still having sex with her. Alex questions what’s wrong with that and laughs it off, saying it’s the 21st century. Sonny guesses he’s not as cavalier about using people as he is. Alex argues that Sloane never indicated that she wanted anything more from him than sex. Sonny argues that everyone wants more than just sex. Alex asks how he knows that. Sonny says he’s come across normal people with heart and souls that want more and says everyone deserves to be loved. Alex says he feels very loved by his father, his brother, and his friends. Alex knows Sonny and Will are domesticated but says that’s not his style or what he’s looking for. Sonny argues that Alex doesn’t get to experience the things that take courage like commitment and sacrifice. Alex feels that sounds boring and suffocating. Sonny argues that loving someone and them loving you back is the most beautiful thing in the world. Alex says he’s very defensive and suggests they move on. Sonny agrees to pretend they never had this conversation because he’s clearly dead set on his shallow lifestyle and he can’t change his mind. Sonny then tells Alex that he’s worried about him because he’s his brother and he loves him, so he doesn’t want him to be a misogynist. Alex argues that he loves women while Sonny says he doesn’t respect them or their feelings. Alex insists that the women he has sex with are completely fine with him having no regard for their feelings because they have no regard for his and that’s the way he likes it. Sonny decides he’s clearly not getting through to him so they will end this here as he’s got work to do. Alex then pulls up the news on his tablet and shows Sonny that they have a new suspect in Abigail’s murder case, Leo Stark.

Leo accuses Shawn of trying to railroad him. Shawn says he’s trying to conduct a thorough investigation. Leo argues that he’s holding him hostage while throwing things at the wall to see what sticks. Leo says he knows the law and knows his rights. Leo pretends to be speaking in front of a court and complains that people in town want to see him fall for something he didn’t do, but he’s not guilty and they will never bring him down. Leo tells Shawn that he wants to call his lawyer.

Chad and Jada search the wine cellar and talk about not finding the murder weapon. Jada notes that forensics think it was a steak knife but she doesn’t see one here. Jada brings up Chad saying some of the tunnel entrances are hidden and asks if he has any idea how Leo could’ve found them. Chad is not sure as he didn’t think Leo even knew about the tunnels. Jada asks if he can think of anyone that would have told him. Chad responds that one person comes to mind.

Gwen tells Jack that she’s known Leo for a very long time and he’s capable of many things, but murder is not one of them. Jack knows she doesn’t want to think of her friend being able to do something like this, but he did have a motive as he was furious with Abigail and Chad in their part in ruining his future with Craig, so it’s no secret that he wanted revenge. Gwen argues that Leo already got revenge by sending in that story about him and Chad to the Intruder. Jack points out that left Abigail. Gwen insists that no matter how angry Leo might have gotten, he would never go this far to stab the mother of two children to death. Gwen declares there is no way. Jack questions if it wasn’t Leo, Lucas, Sarah, or Clyde, then who could have done something so horrible to his daughter.

Steve searches the roses and vase to make sure Orpheus didn’t put a bomb in them. Kayla asks if it’s harmless then. Steve calls it a threat. Kayla says Orpheus’ apology was obviously insincere but she would hardly call flowers a threat. Steve feels it’s a message and his way of saying he can get to her whenever he wants. Steve declares that he’s going to deliver a message of his own. Steve then grabs his gun and proclaims that he’s going to track Orpheus down and kill him. Kayla asks if he’s insane and tells him to put the gun back. Steve argues that he has to stop Orpheus before he hurts her. Kayla tells him to calm down. Steve complains that Orpheus is coming after his family and already threatened his kids. Kayla argues that Orpheus is just playing mind games with him, so he can’t let him get to him. Steve questions what Orpheus is doing here since his grandson and son are gone and everyone in Salem despises him, so the only think keeping him here is whatever sick plan he’s cooking up. Kayla points out that he just got a pardon, so she doesn’t think Orpheus will do anything to get sent back to prison. Steve feels he can’t take that chance and doesn’t want to just sit around until she disappears again and he burns her alive or a cop from Seattle calls with bad news about the kids. Kayla knows that Orpheus is dangerous but encourages that Steve and the police are going to watch him like a hawk. Steve mentions that’s what John said but he doesn’t feel that’s enough, so he told John that they have to eliminate the threat. Kayla questions Steve already talking to John about killing Orpheus. Steve confirms that he did and while they were talking, Orpheus just strolled up and mentioned that he had just visited Marlena. Kayla admits that’s awful and scary, but she’s almost positive that John did not agree to go vigilante with him which Steve admits. Kayla remarks that at least one of them is thinking clearly. Steve worries that Orpheus is planning something big if they don’t stop him now. Kayla insists that she wants Orpheus back in a cage as much as he does, but he cannot take matters in to his own hands. Kayla asks him to tell her that he will not do anything crazy.

Sonny tells Alex that the suspect is Leo Stark. Alex thought he looked familiar and recognizes him as the guy that accused Sonny of sexual harassment. Sonny calls this unbelievable. Alex feels harassment to murder is a pretty big leap. Sonny feels that if Leo killed Abigail that it’s kind of his fault which Alex questions. Sonny explains that Leo hated Abigail because she and Chad helped him break up his relationship but they only did that because he asked them to. Alex doesn’t know what he’s talking about. Sonny continues that Leo was a huge con man, so it was important to him to not let him hurt anyone else and his new target had a lot of connections to people in Salem, so busting him was a group effort that included Chad and Abigail. Sonny feels he put a target on their back. Alex encourages that he can’t blame himself as there’s no way he could’ve known that Leo was capable of anything like that. Sonny decides to call Chad to make sure he’s okay but it goes straight to voicemail. Sonny leaves a message, saying he saw the news about Leo and asks Chad to call him when he gets this.

Gwen tells Jack that she’s sorry as she knows all this uncertainty must be absolute torture for him. Jack just wants justice for his little girl. Gwen wishes she could help him. Chad then shows up and says he needs to talk to Gwen. Jack asks what’s going on. Chad explains that he and Jada were searching the basement of the DiMera Mansion and found evidence that someone had been hiding out in the secret room. Jack asks what they found. Chad says there were blankets and silverware, so the police are testing for prints and DNA but he already knows it was Leo Stark because Thomas said that he had run in to him in the tunnels on the day that Abigail was murdered and he believes him, so it’s only a matter of time before he can prove it was him. Chad turns to Gwen and asks what she thinks about that. Gwen claims that she’s stunned that Leo is involved which Chad questions. Chad asks how Leo got in to his house. Gwen asks how she should know. Chad points out that Leo found his way in to the tunnels without using an access point on the property and those entrances are very well hidden, so Leo wouldn’t have been able to find them unless he was helped. Gwen questions Chad thinking she helped Leo break in to his home and asks why she would do that. Chad says because Leo told Gwen that he was planning to kill Abigail and she helped him do it.

Shawn comes out of the interrogation room where Jada asks how it’s going with Leo. Shawn responds that Leo flirted with him and then acted out some bizarre court room drama where he is the victim, but he’s just been stone walling him the entire time so it hasn’t been the most productive morning. Shawn asks if Jada had any luck at the DiMera Mansion. Jada shows him a fork they recovered and declares that she thinks she might have cracked the case wide open.

Kayla needs Steve to promise but Steve says he has to do something because he won’t lose her. Kayla warns that he will lose her if he kills Orpheus because he will go to prison for the rest of their lives. Kayla argues that he cannot let Orpheus do that to them. Steve gives in and agrees not to do anything for now. Kayla thanks him and they kiss. Kayla needs to get to work. Steve decides he’s going to drive her. Kayla says she doesn’t need a bodyguard but Steve insists. Steve then trashes the roses while Kayla turns on the alarm.

Sonny tells Alex that it sounds like they actually have a pretty solid case against Leo. Alex asks if Leo was really that angry that his relationship blew up. Sonny explains that Leo thought he was set for life and then at the last second, it was all taken away from him so he was pretty pissed off and he swore revenge against all of them. Alex asks about that including Sonny. Sonny informs Alex that he asked Justin not to tell them, but a couple months ago, Leo drugged him, took pictures of them in bed and sold them to a tabloid. Alex questions if Leo sexually assaulted him. Sonny clarifies that he made it look like they slept together in order to humiliate him or ruin his reputation or break up his marriage. Sonny says he tried to press charges but by the time he took a blood test, the drugs were out of his system and he couldn’t prove a thing. Alex questions why he didn’t tell them. Sonny admits he was embarrassed. Alex argues that nobody drugs his little brother and gets away with it, so he threatens to get his hands on Leo. Sonny appreciates that but says Leo is not worth it and might be going to prison anyway. Sonny adds that Leo is total scum, but he can’t see him stabbing someone to death. Sonny then declares that he does not think Leo killed Abigail.

Jada tells Shawn that the lab is testing several items from the DiMera basement including the fork, so they should have results very soon. Shawn says that’s good as he’d like to give Abigail’s family some answers. Jada points out that was Shawn’s family too and comments on the DiMera Mansion being some house and huge with a secret room in the basement that can only be accessed through hidden passage ways. Shawn informs Jada that his mother and sister in law were both held captive there more than once. Jada questions everyone in town acting like that’s completely normal. Sloan, the woman that was with Alex earlier, then arrives at the station, revealing that she is Leo’s attorney.

Jack tells Chad that he’s already spoken to Gwen about Leo and she said that he never gave any indication that he was planning to hurt Abigail. Gwen claims if he had, she certainly wouldn’t have helped him. Chad argues that Gwen and Leo both hated Abigail and they were BFFs so it makes sense that they would help each other out. Gwen claims that she would never but Chad shouts that Gwen knew about the tunnels and that room. Gwen says that’s because Abigail held her prisoner down there. Chad argues that maybe as payback for that and destroying her future with Xander and sending her to prison, she put Leo in position to kill her. Jack argues that Chad is jumping to conclusions. Gwen complains that the tunnels aren’t Salem’s best kept secret. Chad insists that Gwen told Leo about the tunnels because she’s a vengeful, jealous, psycho. Jack tells Chad that’s enough. Chad warns Jack not to fall for Gwen’s act again and states that she is the reason that Abigail’s dead. Gwen says no but Chad insists that the information that Gwen gave Leo allowed him to sneak in to his house and murder his wife. Gwen pleads with Chad but he refuses to listen to another word she has to say. Chad swears that he will use the information to prove that Gwen is involved with this. Chad then exits.

Steve brings Kayla to the hospital. Kayla appreciates him bringing her but says he didn’t need to walk her up. Steve calls it just a precaution. Kayla jokes that she’ll draw the line at him scrubbing in with her and agrees to text him when she’s ready to go and he’ll come pick her up. Steve says he loves her as they kiss goodbye. Kayla and Steve then both get notifications on their phone that the home alarm system went off. Kayla wonders if someone broke in. Steve points out that the alarm stopped. Kayla mentions that she had stopped setting it because it was always malfunctioning and wonders if it’s just being wonky. Steve decides he better go check it out and he’ll call her when he knows what happened.

Alex asks Sonny if he’s ready to head to the office. Sonny informs him that he just got the weirdest e-mail about the little company in London that he wanted to buy and then at the last second, it fell through as the LLC are offering to sell it to Titan. Alex says that’s great but Sonny says it doesn’t make sense as they wouldn’t even make a profit. Alex suggests jumping on it before they change their mind but Sonny doesn’t like it and feels something is up here..

Chad goes home to the Horton house with a drink. Chad tells himself to pull it together and then smashes the glass in his hand.

Sloan and Shawn join Leo in the interrogation room. Sloan tells Leo that he was smart to call her as the police have nothing. Shawn argues that he wouldn’t call two witnesses nothing. Sloan questions that being a kid and an ex-con and says it doesn’t get more unreliable than that. Shawn found what they had to say to be very credible. Sloan suggests he’s not that good at his job then. Sloan declares that unless Shawn’s going to arrest her client, they are leaving. Shawn stops and says they still have more questions that need to be answered. Sloan responds that Leo will not be saying another word. They go to leave but Jada enters the room and says Leo is not going anywhere. Sloan argues that they have nothing to hold him on. Jada reveals actually they do as they have new evidence that puts Leo at the scene of the crime.

Alex questions why Sonny is so suspicious. Sonny argues that it makes no sense since the LLC just bought this company and now want to sell it. Alex suggests maybe it wasn’t a good fit for them. Sonny thinks either they dug up dirt on the owner or something since giving up something this quickly stinks, so he thinks he’s going to pass. Alex feels that’s a huge mistake. Sonny says at first, he was bummed he didn’t get the deal but now it kind of feels like a blessing in disguise. Alex argues that this is the perfect acquisition for Titan so he has to pull the trigger and says Victor will be psyched. Alex assures that Sonny won’t get burned but Sonny says he’s not taking any chances. Sonny adds that they are going to be late for the conference call so he’ll meet him in the car. Sonny then exits while Alex comments to himself that he’s trying to help him out here.

Steve goes home and bursts in with his gun raised, only to be shocked to find his daughter Stephanie inside, who drops a glass and tells him not to shoot.

Kayla notes that she hasn’t heard from Steve, so she hopes everything is alright. Chad arrives with his bloody hand wrapped and tells Kayla that he’s not alright.

Gwen tells Jack that Chad is completely off base. Gwen swears that if Leo is responsible for what happened to Abigail, she knew nothing about it. Jack says that Chad is just upset and when he calms down, he will see that he’s wrong and with any luck, this nightmare will soon be over. Gwen adds that they will know once and for all what happened to her sister. Gwen thanks Jack for defending her and cries that he doesn’t know how much that means to her as they hug.

Sloan questions the new evidence. Jada presents the fork with Leo’s fingerprints on it that they found in the DiMera basement on a tray. Jada presents the lab report, backing up what Thomas said and it proves that Leo was hiding out in the secret room. Sloan argues that it’s circumstantial. Shawn declares that it’s enough to place Leo under arrest and he’s going to check with Melinda about filing murder charges. Shawn adds that knowing Melinda, she will move this along really quickly. Leo then announces that he did not kill Abigail, but he knows who did, and he can prove it.

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At the Bistro, Allie asks Alex what his type is. Alex says he doesn’t really have one which Chanel says isn’t helpful. Alex states that he’s not that picky as he likes beautiful women like everybody else. Alex then spots Gabi and says like her. Chanel agrees that she is beautiful. Allie asks if Alex wants to get a closer look and then calls Gabi over to join them. Alex remarks that Allie didn’t tell him that she was friends with a goddess while Chanel points out that she’s never met her. Allie starts to introduce them when Alex suddenly says that he knows Gabi from somewhere.

Abe and Paulina go to the Brady Pub where Roman tells them that he just closed down the kitchen. Paulina says it’s okay as they already ate at the Bistro. Abe says they just came for a nightcap but understand if Roman needs to close up. Roman explains that he’s babysitting Henry, so he’s glad to have their company. Roman says he got Henry to sleep and Eric is down the hall anyway. Roman asks what he can ge them. Paulina reveals that she came with an ulterior motive as she wants to have a little chat with Roman.

Kate meets with Lucas in the town square and says they need to strategize before his trial tomorrow. Kate suggests Lucas claim temporary insanity but Lucas says it’s a little late for that. Kate insists that he wasn’t in his right mind. Lucas assures that he knew what he was doing and it was selfish, short-sighted, and he didn’t realize the emotional harm that he was putting Sami through. Lucas then reveals that last night, he decided to change his plea to guilty.

Chloe finishes a call with Nancy and informs Brady that she is at the police station with Clyde, where Leo had already been brought in for questioning. Brady asks what Leo did now. Chloe says it was something about the tooth fairy but she wasn’t really following. Chloe confirms that Clyde identified Leo, so the police have detained him. Brady hopes they’ll finally nail him to the wall. Chloe calls Leo a creep and a gold digger, but asks if Brady really thinks he could be a cold-blooded murderer. Chloe then notes Brady is distracted. Brady admits he was just thinking about Kristen.

Kristen goes to Dr. Rolf’s lab looking for him but instead finds Li Shin inside and questions what the hell he’s doing here.

Abe notes that Paulina didn’t mention that she wanted to talk to Roman, which makes him wonder why. Paulina says she simply wanted his opinion on an important matter. Abe guesses she’s trying to get backup. Roman asks what he’s missing here. Paulina explains that she and Abe have been having an ongoing conversation about whether he should launch a run for Governor. Roman questions if Abe is still thinking about running. Abe says not really, but Paulina insists that nobody would make a better Governor. Roman agrees but senses hesitation on Abe’s part. Paulina argues that Abe was fully on board when she first pitched the idea, but since then he’s had second thoughts, so she thought that his best friend could help persuade him to stay the course. Roman believes Abe would make a great governor, senator, or President, but thinks it should be his decision which Abe agrees with. Paulina admits that’s a very sensible answer. Abe asks if this means Paulina will drop this. Paulina agrees to for the moment. Paulina then declares that they’ve established Roman is a man of good sense, so she asks when he’s going to have the good sense to forgive Kate.

Kate can’t believe Lucas changed his plea to guilty and asks if he’s out of his mind. Kate complains about not hearing from Lucas’s lawyer. Lucas reveals that he asked his lawyer not to contact her. Kate argues that they agreed to fight the charges, so she asks what made him change his mind. Lucas reveals it was Allie.

Allie invites Gabi to sit with them and explains to Alex that she might seem familiar to him because she is his niece Arianna’s mother. Alex then realizes and introduces himself. Allie introduces Gabi to Chanel as well. Alex tells Gabi that her pictures don’t do her justice and questions how they never crossed paths. Gabi says she doesn’t know since she’s hung out with Joe and Vic a couple times in Phoenix and said Alex was always busy. Alex guesses his priorities were all mixed up. Allie says they don’t want to keep Gabi if she’s meeting someone. Gabi responds that she’s actually flying solo tonight which Alex calls the best news he’s heard all day. Alex declares three’s a crowd but four’s a party so he’s buying Gabi a drink, which she accepts.

Li informs Kristen that he just became aware of DiMera funding this laboratory off the books, so he came to investigate. The monitor sounds then shut off behind him so Kristen frantically pulls back the curtains and sees Stefan in the hospital bed, but his monitors shut off.

Allie jokes with Chanel as they watch Alex flirt with Gabi while Chanel questions why Allie didn’t tell her that she was good friends with Gabi Hernandez. Allie asks what the big deal is. Alex asks if they need refills which they accept so he goes to get more drinks. Gabi apologizes for crashing their evening but Chanel and Allie assure that it’s great. Allie and Gabi talk about missing Arianna and needing to set up a cousins play date with her and Allie’s son Henry. Chanel talks about being a fan girl of Gabi’s and being Gabi Chic’s most loyal customer. Gabi thanks her and says the feeling is mutual with her Sweet Bits Bakery. Alex returns and asks what a woman like Gabi is doing out on the town all alone. Allie cuts him off and informs him that Gabi does have a boyfriend, which she confirms.

Kate questions why Allie would make Lucas plead guilty. Lucas responds that he doesn’t want Allie to hate him for the rest of her life. Kate argues that she doesn’t hate him. Lucas says she’s disgusted and if he wants to earn her respect back, he has to own up to what he did. Kate questions thinking that Allie wants to see her father behind bars. Lucas says she wants accountability and for him to take responsibility for what he’s done, so maybe in the future, she will trust him again. Kate asks if Lucas is just going to accept whatever the consequences are. Lucas calls that the only way to move forward. Kate asks when the sentencing is. Lucas tells her not to bother trying to talk him out of it because it’s a done deal. Lucas then reveals that he’s already been sentenced and is heading to prison.

Chloe complains that Kristen has only been out of prison for a few days but she swears they talk about her more than ever. Brady apologizes. Chloe asks what she did now. Brady brings up Kristen coming to see him earlier and he tried to push her out of Basic Black, but she threatened to go after custody of Rachel. Brady knows Kristen is dangerous, but she also loves her daughter and he doesn’t want to keep Rachel’s mom from her completely. Chloe asks if he’s saying he’s open to shared custody. Brady admits it would be hard but in theory, he is. Chloe asks if he thinks that will be enough for Kristen. Brady doesn’t know and says he wouldn’t put it past her to go for full custody or try to take Rachel and run. Brady declares that either way, he could lose his little girl forever.

Kristen flips the breaker and tries to get Stefan’s heartbeat back. His monitors successfully start beeping again, relieving Kristen. Kristen asks Li how the power got turned off. Li claims he doesn’t know as he just arrived but Kristen says Li was in there and did this on purpose. Li questions what exactly she’s accusing him of. Kristen argues that if she hadn’t walked in, her brother would be dead, so she asks why Li is trying to kill Stefan.

Roman guesses the real reason Paulina is here is to ambush him. Paulina argues that she’s just being a friend who wants what’s best for him and that’s what Abe wants too. Abe doesn’t think it’s their place to interfere. Paulina tells Roman that she’s talked to Kate and she feels terrible that she didn’t come forward sooner. Roman remarks that Kate feeling terrible is not an excuse for her lying to him about Lucas kidnapping her daughter. Paulina argues that Kate was a desperate mother, trying to keep her son out of prison. Paulina asks if Roman wouldn’t have done the same thing in Kate’s shoes. Roman responds that he was in Kate’s shoes.

Lucas informs Kate that he cut a deal with Melinda and plead guilty to second-degree kidnapping, so he’s going to prison for three years and maybe he can get parole or time off with good behavior. Lucas says it’s done and there’s no going back now. Kate questions why he called her here. Lucas responds that it was to say goodbye. They hug as Kate cries.

Alex tells Gabi that her boyfriend is a lucky guy. Gabi says she’s lucky herself. Chanel asks who it is. Allie mentions Gabi seeing Li, which she confirms she’s been for a couple months now. Alex asks if it’s exclusive. Gabi says yes. Chanel questions Alex not giving up. Alex says it never hurts to ask. Alex recognizes Li as the head of the DiMera board and that Gabi works for DiMera. Alex warns that working together and playing together is tricky business. Alex points out that Gabi is here drinking alone and if she was his girlfriend, he wouldn’t let her out of his sight. Allie comments that some guys are confident enough to let their girls have freedom. Alex remarks that some guys just really appreciate what they have. Gabi explains that Li had to work and had unfinished business in their room. Alex guesses it must be pretty important. Gabi says Li is on a conference call with his dad because he works hard and his dedication is one of the things she likes most about him.

Kristen tells Li that she’s calling the police but Li argues that they both know she won’t and questions how she would explain her dead brother suddenly being alive in a hidden lab. Kristen says she’s certainly not going to let Li kill him. Li asks if it’s even possible to kill a guy after he’s been dead for four years. Kristen realizes that Li is the reason Dr. Rolf was reluctant to wake Stefan up because Li wanted him to stay dead. Li then reveals that he’s the one who has been funding Dr. Rolf’s research here and he’s the reason Stefan is still alive. Kristen points out Li not telling anyone. Li explains that Dr. Rolf didn’t want to get the family’s hopes up until he was sure he could bring Stefan back, but when he went to prison, the whole experiment was put on hold until Jake’s heart gave Stefan life. Kristen questions why he did it. Li admits that he thought Stefan’s resurrection might give him certain leverage at DiMera. Kristen realizes he then started dating Gabi and suddenly realized that Stefan might be more of a liability than an asset, because Gabi would drop Li like a hot potato if she knew the love of her life was alive. Li states that Jake’s death did stir up memories for Gabi of losing Stefan and he watched that grief. Kristen is sure he was there to comfort her, but that showed how much she still loved Stefan. Li argues that he can win Gabi’s heart but he needs more time. Kristen guesses that Li ordered Dr. Rolf to slam the brakes on Stefan’s recovery, which Li confirms. Kristen tells Li that he’s done as she is in charge of her brother’s care, so she’s going to call Dr. Rolf to have him wake Stefan up right now.

Roman tells Paulina that it was a very different situation but he does know what it’s like to have a child facing a prison sentence. Paulina jokes that it’s an annual event with Sami but Roman reveals he’s talking about Eric which shocks Paulina. Abe explains that Eric was involved in a DUI accident where a man was killed. Roman says that Eric insisted on pleading guilty to pay his debt to society and he could’ve bent the rules to make his path easier but Eric didn’t want special treatment, so he didn’t give him any. Roman informs Paulina that Eric went to prison, served his time willingly, and is a better man for it today, so he does understand Kate’s instinct to protect her son. Roman adds that if Kate goes out and pays a lawyer to get these charges thrown out, then Lucas will never learn his lesson or change his ways. Paulina questions why men are always so stubborn. Paulina says she’s not saying Roman doesn’t have the right to be mad at Kate, but life is short and they aren’t getting younger. Paulina brings up that her mother always said that when you find love, don’t cut off your nose to spite your face.

Lucas tells Kate that it’s going to be okay. Kate says first Philip and now Lucas. Lucas says they got Philip the help he needed and now he’s doing what he needs to do. Kate argues that prison isn’t mental health care. Lucas argues that he was stupid, lonely, and impulsive then he kept making bad decisions without thinking of what it was doing to his children or to Sami. Lucas says he took Sami’s freedom, so in order to atone for that, he needs to give up his own freedom for awhile. Kate says she won’t argue and just wants him to know that she’s more proud of him than she’s ever been. Lucas questions her being proud to have a screw up for a son. Kate responds that she’s proud of him with all her heart as she hugs him.

Chloe argues that there’s no way Kristen would try to kidnap Rachel again, pointing out that Rachel is older now and barely knows her mother. Brady doesn’t think it would stop Kristen. Chloe says she wouldn’t defend Kristen but thinks she’s a decent mom, so she wouldn’t intentionally traumatize her daughter. Brady hopes she’s right. Chloe adds that Kristen wouldn’t try to kidnap Rachel again because she doesn’t just want her daughter back, she wants Brady back, so she’s not going anywhere unless Brady is following her.

Li asks how waking up Stefan now would benefit Kristen. Kristen responds that her brother would be alive. Li argues that she barely knew Stefan and she certainly can’t count on his support at DiMera since if he teams up with Gabi, they will rule and she’ll be the odd one out. Kristen responds that she doesn’t want to run DiMera as she is satisfied at Basic Black which is exactly where she wants to be to keep an eye on Chloe and make her life miserable. Li questions her brilliant plan being to torture Chloe and asks what the ultimate goal is. Kristen says it’s to drive Chloe out and away from Brady. Li thinks there might be a more efficient way of accomplishing that goal. Kristen asks him to tell her what that is. Li responds that it would be beneficial to both of them and it involves Stefan.

Alex questions Gabi’s boyfriend working for his dad. Chanel points out that Alex work for his uncle’s company. Alex confirms he starts at Titan soon, so he’ll be working for Sonny and hopes Gabi doesn’t mind competition. Gabi says she lives for it. Allie adds that she usually wins. Alex brings up that Sonny told him that he thought Gabi tried to poach a company that he was trying to acquire. Gabi assures she didn’t do that but Sonny didn’t believe her. Alex says he believes her. Gabi asks why since anyone would tell him that she’s famously untrustworthy. Alex says he has a vibe about her and he’s an outstanding judge of character.

Paulina tells Roman that Kate hated her guts when she first came to town and she had her reasons, but eventually they realized they belong to a club no one wants to be a part of as they each spent years living in fear of men who tormented them. Roman says he’s sorry about that. Abe encourages that she doesn’t have to relive that but Paulina assures that it’s okay. Paulina relates to Kate’s situation and compares Kate’s relationship with Lucas to her relationship with Chanel. Roman says it seems to him that Chanel is doing just fine, starting her own business and taking responsibility for her own life. Paulina admits it took awhile to get there. Roman says that’s because Paulina made Chanel take responsibility while Kate doesn’t see that her kids need that. Roman argues that Lucas is a grandfather and doesn’t need to be treated like a little kid, so if that doesn’t change then he doesn’t see anything changing between him and Kate.

Lucas thanks Kate for understanding and says now it’s time to tell Allie that he kept her promise to her. Kate asks him to put in a good word for her with Allie. Lucas encourages that Allie will forgive her since it’s him that she’s mad at. Kate thinks Allie is mad with both of them since she stood by while her twin’s father went to prison for Lucas’s crime. Lucas is sorry he put her in that position. Kate says he didn’t force her to do anything as it was her choice and now she has to live with the consequences. Lucas says he loves her. Kate cries that she loves him so much as they hug.

Brady tells Chloe that Kristen is going to have to accept that they are never getting back together and assures she will never come between them. Brady thinks in a few seconds, Kristen won’t be on either of their minds as they start kissing.

Kristen questions how Stefan can help her get Chloe out of Brady’s life. Li reminds her that Chloe caught Stefan’s eye before he moved on to Gabi and he was quite taken with her, so maybe they could recapture that old spark. Li adds that Dr. Rolf is a wizard with the human brain, so the torch that Stefan carried for Chloe could be revived with new life breathed into it.

Paulina states that she tried her best and she doesn’t give up easily, but Roman is a tough nut to crack. Abe encourages Roman to hang in there. Roman tells them to have a good night and thanks them for caring. Kate then enters the Pub. Roman tells her the kitchen is closed. Kate responds that she knows and she’s here to see him.

Kristen questions Li thinking that they can get Stefan to wake up and go back to Chloe. Li states that would remove Chloe from Brady’s life and Stefan from Gabi’s. Kristen questions if he just wants her to forget that he was in here trying to kill her brother ten minutes ago. Li responds that plans change. Li reminds that Dr. Rolf took the essence of Stefano’s brain and put it on a microchip and he resurrected a man with no heart, so this shouldn’t be beyond him. Kristen says even if Stefan is brainwashed into being interested in Chloe, that doesn’t mean Chloe will be interested in him since she loves Brady. Li says it’s one step at a time. Kristen agrees to think about it. Li remarks that Dr. Rolf already gave Stefan one change of heart, so he asks how hard would it be to give him another.

Alex says this was a great time and suggests they all do it again some time. Gabi says she’d love to if she can bring her boyfriend. Allie says she’d love that and that Alex wanted to meet new people in town. Alex says the more the merrier. Chanel reminds Alex that he promised them a five star dinner. Alex questions there being a five star restaurant in Salem. Chanel says they’ll settle for four. Allie is glad they came here because it was really entertaining. Gabi decides she’s going to head out. Chanel says it was nice to meet her. Gabi thanks Alex for the drinks. Alex says it was worth it and then some and that he will see her around. Gabi then exits. Chanel jokes with Alex about him striking out with three women in one night. Alex points out that the night is young. Allie asks if he plans to go home and take a cold shower. Alex suggests they could all go home and take a hot shower. Allie asks if he’s trying to score with both of them. Alex jokes that he has a big shower and an even bigger bed. Alex then asks if they’ve ever had a threesome. They say no. Alex talks about them being bisexual and thinks it might be fun, saying he can be in the middle if they want. They say thanks but no thanks. Alex says he’s going to get one more drink and the offer still stands if they change their mind. Allie jokes that it was interesting. Chanel asks if Allie would ever actually think about doing that. They get interrupted as Allie gets a call from Lucas, who says there is something he needs to tell her.

Paulina pretends to start searching her purse for her glasses so that her and Abe step aside. Paulina whispers to Abe that she’s not leaving now while Roman asks Kate what it is. Kate thought he should know that Lucas changed his plea to guilty and he’s going to prison. Roman responds that he’s sorry. Kate questions if he is. Roman assures that he’s sorry for her as it’s got to be a tough pill to swallow, but he is glad that Lucas finally did the right thing. Kate adds that there’s more as she realized she needs to make things right, so she talked to her lawyer and told him that she intends to plead guilty to accessory after the fact. Roman questions why she would do that. Kate declares that it’s never too late to do the right thing as she then exits the Pub.

Gabi and Li both return to their room at the same time. Gabi thought he’d still be in his meeting. Li claims it ended early and that he was just sending a fax because his father is old-fashioned. Gabi asks how the meeting went. Li says there was a promising exchange of ideas, so they’ll just have to wait and see if they come to fruition.

Brady and Chloe lay in bed together. Brady repeats that there’s nothing Kristen can do to come between them. Brady tells Chloe that he loves her and they kiss.

Kristen sits at Stefan’s side and says she might not have had the chance to get to know him very well before, but he’s family so she won’t let anyone hurt him. Kristen adds that if Dr. Rolf can do what Li is suggesting and he can blow up Chloe and Brady to help her get her life and family back, then he will forever be her favorite little brother.

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At the Kiriakis Mansion, Alex enters the living room and asks Maggie for advice on which shirt he should wear to an important dinner date. Maggie asks who the lucky girl is. Alex responds that it’s actually two lucky girls.

Chanel goes to Allie’s and tells her that they got to get moving if they want to get to the bar. Allie compliments Chanel in her dress. Chanel questions why Allie isn’t dressed yet but Allie says she is going in the t-shirt and pants that she’s wearing.

At the DiMera Mansion, EJ and Ava talk about Gwen having to leave with a headache before dinner. EJ says now that it’s just the two of them, he’ll have a chance to get to know her better but then Johnny walks in and asks what they are having for dinner as he’s starving.

Kristen sits in her apartment, reading Stefan’s obituary. Kristen declares that it looks like the rumors of Stefan’s demise have been greatly exaggerated.

Li Shin calls Dr. Rolf and makes sure he didn’t have any trouble convincing Kristen that Stefan suffered a setback in his recovery. Li says he’s glad to hear it because the last thing he needs is Stefan O. DiMera returning to the land of the living, right as Gabi enters their room. Li says Gabi walked in, so he’ll call them later and hangs up as he then kisses Gabi. Gabi assumes Li was on the phone with his mother again and questions him not saying “I love you” this time. Li tells her that the call was just business and asks how her day was. Gabi says it was long but it’s not over yet as she needs to discuss some DiMera business with him that came up today, including the job that she promised Ava.

EJ explains to Johnny that the third place at the dinner table was for Gwen but she had to leave. Ava says it’s ok for Johnny to join them since she’d hate to see the food go to waste, so they sit together. Johnny is surprised they are eating in the living room instead of the dining room. Ava says that was her idea to keep it casual. Johnny says it’s nice to have a change. EJ informs Johnny that Ava will be living with them since Jake died, so he’s allowing his widow to live in the family home. Johnny mutters that he’s sure Jake’s DiMera shares had nothing to do with that .EJ questions what he said, but Johnny claims he just said that he already knew Ava had moved in and comments that they’ve actually seen quite a lot of each other which Ava smiles at.

Maggie questions Alex having a date with two girls. Alex says they met this afternoon and hit it off immediately. Alex clarifies that it’s not a “date” date but he wouldn’t have a problem if it were. Alex then assures that she won’t have to worry about finding either girl in his bed since they only have eyes for each other.

Chanel questions what Allie is wearing. Allie asks what’s wrong with that as it’s what she always wears to the bar. Chanel says she always looks great but points out that tonight, they’re going out with Alex Kiriakis. Allie says after working all day, she doesn’t want to put on heels. Chanel suggests the cute platforms she just bought and that she put on something fun and sexy. Allie questions why it matters what they wear. Allie then asks if Chanel is lusting after Alex and if that’s why she wants them to impress him.

Maggie goes over Alex going on a date with two women who are already a couple. Alex admits that when he first asked them, he thought he still had a chance but they turned him down but they are both cute, fun, and kick ass business women. Maggie encourages him to enjoy women’s company outside of the bedroom. Alex then asks her which shirt says “drinks with the bisexual girls”. Maggie suggests he worry less about what shirt to wear and more about respecting the girls enough not to label them. Alex agrees, so Maggie selects his white shirt. Alex says he’ll let her know how it goes but Maggie says there’s no need as Alex kisses her on the cheek and exits the room.

Chanel questions if Allie is seriously asking if she would drag her out on a date with a guy that she was attracted to. Allie admits she wouldn’t. Chanel assures that she’s not dressed up for Alex, but for Allie. Allie says she sees her all the time. Chanel points out that Roman has Henry for the night and they can stay out as late as she wants, so she thought they could make it a date night. Allie questions doing that with Alex. Chanel says the three of them will have fun and then they can peel off whenever they feel like it. Allie agrees to go change and meet her there. Allie kisses Chanel and then goes to change.

Tony and Anna go to see Kristen at her apartment. Kristen excitedly hugs Tony and says she wasn’t expecting them. Anna says it was Tony’s idea to come. Kristen is sure she objected to it. Anna says she’s here. Kristen questions what exactly Anna’s problem with her is. Anna asks where to begin aside from the fact that she kidnapped Abigail and married Tony while posing as Nicole and she was responsible for making Tony kill Ted. Kristen says she gets it and assumes they didn’t come for Anna to go over her crimes, so she asks why they are here.

EJ questions the looks between Ava and Johnny and asks if there’s some private joke that he’s not privy to. Johnny says no and repeats that he just already knew that Ava had moved in. EJ questions why that’s amusing. Johnny admits there’s more to it but he will leave it at that. Ava then says it’s okay for him to explain, so Johnny reveals to EJ that earlier this afternoon, he went looking for Chad and walked in on Ava naked. EJ apologizes to Ava on his son’s behalf but Ava says there’s no need, considering she saw Johnny naked too.

Gabi reminds Li about how Ava demanded a job or she wouldn’t agree to pretend to be married to Jake. Li remarks that she was clearly determined to get her money’s worth. Gabi notes stopping Ava from demanding a spot on the board. Li questions why Gabi has to give Ava a job at all and why she has to honor the agreement, since Ava’s only leverage is she can expose Gabi’s fraudulent claim that she and Jake were married but that would mean exposing herself as well, so either way Ava ends up with nothing. Gabi agrees that she holds all the cards but worries that Ava is a very shrewd women and will use living with EJ as some sort of advantage. Li admits they don’t know what EJ and Ava could be planning over there. Gabi adds that the whole point was to keep control of Jake’s shares, so if she blows Ava out of the water, then EJ could have them and she’d be screwed so she might have to give Ava a job or at least string her along long enough to take control of the shares. Li has no doubt that Gabi will outsmart Ava as they kiss. Li and Gabi lay in bed together and agree that being together is getting better and better. Li adds that he’s glad to know Gabi is open to their relationship being about more than just this. Gabi assures that she is. Li then declares if that’s the case, maybe it’s time she stops wearing her dead husband’s ring around her neck.

Kristen, Tony, and Anna sit together. Tony says they won’t stay long. Kristen questions why they dropped by. Tony says when he heard she was staying at Jake’s old apartment, he felt like he should at least try to convince her to come back home where she belongs. Kristen says that’s really kind of him and she would prefer that, but EJ refused to welcome her back in to the family home unless she gave him her shares. Tony comments that EJ has gotten a bit power mad in the wake of Jake’s death. Kristen points out that one person’s shares represents a lot of control, so she’s not willing to give that up.

EJ moves on from the topic of Ava and Johnny’s nudity by asking Johnny if there’s any update on Chanel. EJ says he knows waiting in limbo can be hard and that Allie’s a lovely girl, but he’s sure that Chanel will choose Johnny in the end. Johnny tries to respond but EJ continues that he knows Johnny doesn’t want to tempt fate, but having seen them together before, he could tell that Chanel was head over heels in love with him. Ava then cuts EJ of and says Chanel already chose Allie and they are very happy, so he can just give it a rest.

Chanel meets Alex at the Bistro. They compliment each others’ outfits as they sit together. Alex tells Chanel that he could show her some of the effort he’d put in to some other little things that might please her. Alex points out that Allie isn’t with her and asks if that means he gets her all to himself tonight. Allie then arrives in a dress and says she’s sorry to disappoint, but Chanel is spoken for. Alex asks how Chanel and Allie got together. They explain that they met in London and used to go clubbing together but they were just friends then. Alex asks when they became lovers. Chanel says it wasn’t until they both ended up in Salem. Allie recalls they met up and went out for drinks and they were just reminiscing when Chanel kissed her. Alex asks if they just knew they were meant for each other then. Allie admits that she took awhile to figure it out but she definitely felt something that night and then everything changed for her. Alex guesses it was a hell of a kiss. Chanel confirms that it was. Alex then suggests they show him what it was like.

EJ is shocked that Chanel chose Allie and tells Johnny that he’s so sorry. EJ questions how Ava knew about all this before he did. Johnny explains how Allie came by earlier and started going off on her which Ava was a witness to. EJ questions why Allie would be mad at Johnny. Johnny admits he spoke with Paulina to try and get Chanel back. EJ argues that Chanel proved herself unworthy of him. EJ assumes that it was Paulina’s idea but Johnny assures it was his. Johnny says Ava overheard him with Allie and defended him. EJ remarks that they must know each other better than he thought. Ava points out that they are all living under the same roof now. EJ says that’s true thanks to the sad fact that they lost another DiMera. EJ proposes a toast to Jake and says he wishes they got to know him a lot better. EJ adds that Jake must have been very special to sweep Ava off her feet so quickly that she was ready to marry him after only a few months. EJ tells Johnny that it’s now his duty as a DiMera to stand in Jake’s stead and support Ava through her grief. EJ talks about Ava’s new life slipping away before it began and how she was with Jake when he lost his life. EJ goes on about Jake losing his life so suddenly and cruelly until Johnny tells him to stop it already.

Gabi questions why she would stop wearing Stefan’s ring since she wears it to honor him. Gabi tells Li to just say what he’s thinking. Li points out that it’s been a few years since she was widowed. Gabi argues that Stefan was her husband and will always be a part of her. Gabi says they say that grief is love with nowhere to go. Gabi adds that she still grieves Stefan and always will, noting that she still didn’t take the ring off when she was with Jake. Li questions that not bothering Jake. Gabi says that Jake understood even if part of him wondered if he was just a stand-in for Stefan. Li asks if he was. Gabi says she promised Jake that he wasn’t and she thought she believed that, but the fact that she never took the ring off may be a sign that Jake never really had her heart the way Stefan did.

Allie and Chanel complain that they thought Alex invited them out to hang out and get to know them better, not to give him material for his fantasies. They start to leave but Alex stops them and apologizes. Alex states that the idea of them kissing is appealing to him but he respects their boundaries and understands it was an inappropriate request. Alex asks them to finish their story about how they got together. Allie says there were a few twists and turns. Chanel informs Alex that she married Allie’s twin brother first.

EJ warns Johnny not to try to shut him up. Johnny argues that somebody had to because he was upsetting Ava. Ava tells Johnny that it’s okay but Johnny says it’s not. EJ apologizes to Ava, saying he had no intention of causing her more pain. Johnny questions what EJ thought he was doing by going on and on about her husband just died. EJ claims he was just conveying that he understands the magnitude of her loss. Ava says she gets it, but she’s feeling a little bit vulnerable right now. Ava tells Johnny that it’s okay as she knows EJ didn’t mean any harm.

Tony offers to talk to EJ on Kristen’s behalf but she tells him not to trouble himself. Tony brings up that EJ moved Ava in to the mansion without demanding that she turn over Jake’s shares. Tony understands Kristen’s desire to hold onto her position in the family power structure, but he feels she can’t be comfortable here. Anna argues that he’s underestimating Kristen’s ability to adapt to any circumstances so they shouldn’t interrupt her adventure. Tony argues that there must be other accommodations but Kristen says she’s quite comfortable here in the home that her brother made before he died as it makes her feel close to him. Anna picks up Kristen’s tablet and questions if that’s why she’s reading his obituary. Kristen tells Anna to give the tablet to her but Anna realizes it’s not Jake’s obituary, but Stefan’s.

Gabi tells Li that she did love Jake, but she didn’t love him the way she loved Stefan. Li acknowledges that Stefan was the love of Gabi’s life and says he was very lucky to have her. Gabi states that she did love Stefan with all her heart, but he’s gone now so he’s not a threat to them. Gabi doesn’t know if she’ll ever be able to feel the same way again, but she hopes so. Li is glad to know that door is still open. Gabi declares that when she’s ready to walk through that door, then she will take that ring off. Gabi admits it’s been a lot harder to let go of Stefan’s heart. Li jokes that Julie knows that feeling well. Gabi brings up being punished for that and how Li helped Chad oust DiMera for it. Li says he’ll forever regret that, but he didn’t know her the way he does now as they kiss. Gabi asks if it’s okay that she still wears the ring then. Li says of course as like she said, Stefan is no threat to them since he’s dead…

Alex asks Chanel about after she divorced Allie’s brother. Chanel responds that she decided she’d rather be with Allie after all and that’s pretty much it. Alex jokes that it must make for some interesting Thanksgiving conversation. Allie adds that Johnny already tried to enlist Chanel’s mother to break them up. Chanel assures that won’t happen as she already told her mother to back the hell off because nobody is going to come between her and Allie. Allie didn’t know she had said that as Chanel repeats that no one can. Allie and Chanel start kissing which thrills Alex, who comments to himself that they are so in love and it’s so hot.

EJ decides to go check on the next dinner course. Johnny mocks EJ while Ava comments on EJ being controlling. Johnny adds that EJ can also be insensitive and says he’s sorry about EJ going on about Jake earlier. Ava thanks Johnny for having her back. Johnny says it seemed only fair as she had his back with Allie. Ava repeats that they are all living under the same roof now which means they take care of each other. Johnny says especially since they are all DiMera, which he and Ava toast to.

Anna questions why Kristen is reading Stefan’s obituary. Kristen calls it a natural instinct since Jake and Stefan were twins, so when Jake died, she couldn’t help but think about Stefan and the tragic way his life ended. Anna is surprised she would want to relive that, especially since her good friend Lani is the one who killed him. Kristen argues that it was an accident as Lani didn’t mean to shoot Stefan and if it was anyone’s fault, it was Vivian’s. Kristen states that Stefan was a fool to jump in front of the bullet to save Vivian. Tony says it really is something to have two brothers cut down in their prime, leaving two widows behind. Tony recalls how devastated Gabi was when she found out that Stefan had died and how she was imploring Dr. Rolf to bring him back but there are circumstances that even Dr. Rolf can’t circumvent. Anna decides they should get going. Tony tells Kristen to take care and says they’ve all had a checkered past, but they are all family so he will do his best to convince EJ to allow Kristen back into the mansion. Kristen says she won’t hold her breath but thanks him as they hug. Tony and Anna then exit. Kristen then resumes reading Stefano’s obituary.

Li and Gabi kiss in bed until Gabi says she’s starving and asks if they can go eat then come back to this. Li says he promised his father that he would call him tonight with an update about DiMera which might take awhile. Gabi says she doesn’t mind going solo as long as she gets to see him later.

Johnny gets a call and steps out to answer it. EJ returns and tells Ava that dessert will be ready in five minutes. EJ apologizes again for being insensitive before. Ava says there’s no reason to apologize but EJ says she’s his sister in law and he knows how much she’s been grieving Jake, so he didn’t want to cause her any more pain. EJ hopes that she believes him. Ava says of course she does.

Alex tells Chanel and Allie not to stop kissing now. Allie jokes that they gave him enough of a show. Alex asks how could anyone get enough of two people being in love and says it’s good for his heart. Chanel and Allie tell Alex that he needs a woman, so he can do his own kissing instead of watching them. Alex responds that if they’ve got one for him, he’ll take it. Allie jokes that she doesn’t know if she wants to subject anyone they know to Alex. Chanel jokes that some of their friends are pretty hard up. Alex says he is too. Allie asks Alex what his type is. Alex says he doesn’t really have one which Chanel says isn’t helpful. Alex states that he’s not that picky as he likes beautiful women like everybody else. Alex then spots Gabi and says like her.

Anna and Tony return to the DiMera Mansion. Tony hopes he can change EJ’s mind about Kristen and asks Anna to imagine as many DiMeras as possible under one roof. Anna tells Tony that the last thing any of them need is Kristen hanging around the house and making trouble. Tony knows she’s made their lives difficult on many occasions but says that’s all ancient history now. Anna argues that if he wasn’t so oblivious and determined to be loyal to his horrible sister, who is only loyal to herself. Tony says he gets it but Anna questions if he does and if he realizes that Kristen is hiding something. Anna states that Kristen was acting very suspiciously to her. Anna adds that Stefan died years ago and now Kristen suddenly decided to read his obituary. Tony says that Kristen explained that and he thought it made sense. Anna says maybe it would if Kristen was a normal sane human being but it’s Kristen DiMera. Anna doesn’t know what it is, but she’s sure that Kristen is up to something.

Kristen goes to Dr. Rolf’s lab looking for him but instead finds Li Shin inside.

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Eric goes to John and Marlena’s to bring Marlena a book. Belle answers the door and tells him that Marlena went out to dinner with a colleague. Eric notices that Belle has her bags packed and asks if she’s going on a business trip. Belle excitedly tells him that it’s a personal one as she is moving back home.

Jada goes to the police station where Shawn notes that she looks a little rattled. Jada complains to him that she just met with Melinda Trask, who read her the riot act about not closing the Abigail DiMera case yet. Shawn mentions that he got it earlier too. Shawn asks if Melinda went on about Sarah or Lucas. Jada says it was both, plus a rant about Clyde Weston because Melinda is furious that they released him. Shawn points out that Clyde had an airtight alibi. Jada says Melinda is stuck on the fact that Clyde had Abigail’s stolen bracelet. Shawn admits that he is too. Jada questions who the guy is that Clyde says he bought it from. Shawn responds that he doesn’t know but they need to find out.

At the Bistro, Clyde tells Nancy, Brady, and Chloe about the guy he bought the bracelet from throwing a drink in his face and running away. Brady asks if he got a good look at him which Clyde confirms he did. Chloe says that’s great, so he can identify him now. Brady adds that it will help the police finally bring Abigail’s killer to justice.

Leo walks through the town square, so Thomas tells Chad that he can ask the Tooth Fairy himself because there he is. Chad questions Thomas saying that he saw Leo in their house and when it was. Thomas confirms it was the day Abigail went to Heaven. Leo quickly walks away as Chad orders Thomas to stay right there while he goes to talk to Leo.

Jada tells Shawn that she wishes Clyde gave them a better description. Shawn suggests bringing him in tomorrow to meet with a sketch artist. Jada calls that a good idea and asks Shawn how things went with his wife earlier. Shawn says that they actually went pretty well and she’s moving back home tonight. Jada says that’s great and asks if he wants to leave early. Shawn thanks her but says they are meeting up later. Jada wishes him luck and notes that she knows how it feels to hope for reconciliation as she went through it with her ex-husband. Shawn didn’t know she was divorced. Jada calls it a stupid thing of her to bring up but Shawn says it’s okay. Jada says obviously her marriage didn’t last, but she’s sure he and Belle will work things out. Jada tells him to forget she said anything. Shawn says it’s fine and asks Jada if the divorce was recent or if that was the reason she moved to Salem to get a change of scenery. Jada responds that it’s been awhile actually. Shawn asks if she’s okay. Jada says when you get married, you don’t think it’s going to fall apart, so when things do fall apart, she felt like a failure. Jada adds that as time goes on, she feels like she can forgive herself. Jada adds that she actually had a date today. Shawn asks how she squeezed that in. Jada says it was on her lunch break, so Shawn realizes that’s what she meant when she said she had somewhere to be. Shawn asks if the date was good. Jada confirms it was and that the guy was very nice. Jada then reveals that Shawn actually knows him as it’s his brother-in-law, Eric.

Eric hugs Belle and tells her that it’s great news, asking if she wants to tell him about it. Belle brings up how Evan took the baby back from Shawn and Shawn is very heartbroken about it, so she just wants to be there for him so she thought if she moved back in, they could work on their marriage too. Eric says helping him through losing a baby is very big of her. Belle admits that if the baby was Shawn’s with Jan then she doesn’t know if she would be moving back in. Eric says that’s not a concern now. Belle admits that the baby wasn’t the source of all their problems as there is still the fact that she slept with EJ while they were separated and that’s not something he can just get over. Belle notes that she knows Sami never will but Shawn is willing to try. Belle thinks they both know it will take some time to fix things but that moving back in is a good first step.

Brady states that this guy has to be the guy that killed Abigail. Nancy adds that’s what she has been saying all along. Brady tells Clyde that he needs to tell the police what he just told them, that he ran in to the guy who sold him Abigail’s bracelet and that he’s on the loose. Nancy agrees that now Clyde can give them a better description. Brady says he’s going to give Rafe a call but Clyde says not so fast.

Chad catches Leo in the town square and asks if he’s going somewhere. Leo claims he didn’t see him and asks if there’s something he can do for him. Chad questions what Leo was doing in his basement on the day that his wife was murdered.

Shawn questions Jada going on a date with Eric. Jada asks if he’s not okay with that. Shawn responds that he’s actually more than fine with it. Jada didn’t want to step on any toes or create any weirdness. Shawn asks how she would do that. Jada points out that the situation is a little complicated since Eric was married to Nicole and now Nicole is married to their boss. Shawn assures that Nicole is happily married, so he doesn’t think she needs to worry about anything as he thinks everybody are over it and have moved on. Shawn adds that Nicole and Rafe are still in the middle of newlywed bliss.

Rafe surprises Nicole at the Basic Black office and says she came by to go to dinner yesterday and he couldn’t go, so he’s here to make it up to her and take out his beautiful wife. Nicole responds that she would love that. Rafe asks if she’s sure she can go. Nicole points out that Brady and Chloe left for the day, so she can too. Nicole gets up with a cane instead of her crutches and they kiss.

Brady questions Clyde not wanting to speak to Rafe. Chloe asks what’s going on. Clyde responds that he just can’t. Nancy encourages that if Clyde tells the police what the guy looks like then they will find him and lock him up and Clyde will be a hero. Clyde responds that he is no hero. Nancy pulls Clyde aside and questions what he means. Clyde informs her that when he told her he knew it was stolen when he gave her the bracelet, that wasn’t the whole story. Clyde tells Nancy that he’s sorry, but he has a confession to make.

Leo claims to Chad that he wasn’t in the house. Chad points out that Thomas just pointed at Leo and he took off. Leo repeats that he didn’t see him and claims he’s late for an appointment. Chad grabs Leo and informs him that Thomas told him that he met him in the basement on the day Abigail was murdered and now all of a sudden, things that didn’t make sense are starting to make perfect sense like the day he saw Leo at the park on the day of Abigail’s funeral when he said his heart went out to his children. Chad brings up Leo claiming he didn’t know Thomas but he thinks he met him while hiding in their basement and told him he was the Tooth Fairy. Leo argues that he must be making it up or he’s mistaken. Leo tries to say he’s in a hurry but Chad warns that he’s not going anywhere but the police station.

At the Kiriakis Mansion, Sonny calls Chad and leaves a message, saying he was just thinking about their conversation about him taking the job at Titan. Sonny asks if any part of him is interested because there are plenty of positions and he thinks Chad would be a huge asset to Titan. Sonny adds that it would be a blast to work together as Alex walks in behind Sonny. Sonny remarks that he’s still pretty pissed off at Victor for hiring Alex without telling him. Sonny hangs up as Alex says as long as he’s not pissed off at him. Alex tells Sonny that he’s exhausted from being with HR all day, filling out paper work. Alex asks Sonny if he’s not mad as hell at him for taking over the executive VP job. Sonny assures that he’s not because Victor is the one who went behind his back and Alex was just offered a job and took it. Alex swears he did not lobby for the job and knew it wasn’t cool that Sonny wasn’t part of that discussion. Alex insists that Sonny is Victor’s favorite Kiriakis brother but Sonny argues that he’s not sure about that, bringing up that Victor feels Sonny doesn’t have a killer instinct. Alex feels that’s a good thing. Sonny insists that he’s totally okay with Alex taking the job, but not with being disrespected since Victor pushed so hard for him to be CEO. Sonny complains that he took time away from Will and made this big change in his life but then Victor makes this huge decision behind his back. Alex guesses that Victor figured Sonny wouldn’t mind since they are brothers. Alex then asks if Sonny has an issue working with him.

Rafe brings Nicole to the town square for dinner. Nicole tells him that her ankle is almost 100% and thanks him for letting her lean on him. Nicole calls it so nice to be dining outside on a beautiful summer night. Nicole is glad Rafe was able to get out because she knows how much pressure he’s been feeling at work. Rafe admits it has eased up a bit since Shawn returned from paternity leave and Jada has joined the team. Nicole comments on Jada doing some job since she was with him when he tracked down the guy who robbed her and that had to be really intense. Rafe admits it was as Jake was lying on the ground, fatally wounded, and the guy was ready to shoot Ava but Jada saved her life. Rafe knows a lot of cops would’ve frozen or freaked out in that situation. Rafe states that Jada did the right thing, but was definitely shaken up afterwards since she killed someone in the line of duty. Rafe notes that Jada is struggling with it, but that tells him that she’s a good detective and a good person with a good conscience. Nicole comments that it sounds like she is working out. Rafe adds that he made Jada partners with Shawn and he really likes her. Nicole notes that Eric does too which Rafe questions. Nicole guesses he hasn’t heard, so she informs him that Jada and Eric are dating.

Eric says he had a very good feeling about Belle and Shawn after hearing she went to see him at the police station today. Belle asks how he heard that. Eric informs her that Jada told him. Belle questions how he knows Jada. Eric explains that Steve introduced him to her when she got to Salem and she ended up taking a room above the Brady Pub. Belle notes that Jada seems great and Shawn likes her a lot. Belle jokes that she’s sure Eric also noticed that she’s very attractive. Belle suggests Eric should ask her out.

Nancy questions Clyde saying there’s more to the story about the bracelet that he gave her. Clyde decides it’s time that he told her. Chloe says they want to hear all of it. Clyde explains that when he met the guy in the Pub, he said he had items he was looking to sell and he knew the stuff was hot, so he offered to fence it for him. Clyde says he wanted to give Nancy something special to let her know how much he cares about her. Brady mocks that nothing says “I love you” like stolen jewelry from a murder victim. Clyde argues that he had no idea where he got the jewelry or that he killed anyone to get it. Brady complains about Clyde not wanting to talk to the police. Clyde acknowledges that what he did is a violation of his parole, so if the cops find out, they will send him back to prison.

Chad forcibly brings Leo in to the interrogation room where Shawn questions what is going on. Leo claims that Chad won’t leave him alone and is obsessed with him. Chad tells Shawn that he was in the town square with Thomas and now Thomas is with Jada. Shawn questions what Leo is doing here. Chad declares long story short, he killed his wife.

Brady asks if Clyde is really going to refuse to cooperate with the police when it could lead to Abigail’s killer. Nancy says she knows they are upset. Chloe argues that Nancy should be upset and outraged as Clyde has done nothing but lie to her and now he’s obstructing justice. Nancy says she is upset and she hears her, but asks her to let her have a moment to speak with Clyde about this. Chloe doesn’t see the point but allows it. Nancy reminds Clyde that he promised he wouldn’t lie to her again. Clyde hates what he did but says he can’t go back to prison. Nancy argues that they don’t know for sure that he would. Clyde points out that fencing is a crime. Chloe suggests if he tells Rafe the truth and it helps them catch the killer, maybe they will go easier on him. Clyde argues that even if he gives a description, there’s no guarantee they will catch him as he’s probably long gone by now. Nancy asks if he gave any clue as to who he is. Clyde says no and that all he knows is a wine drinking twerp in a floral print suit. Brady and Chloe then realize that it’s Leo.

Shawn questions Leo killing Abigail. Leo blows it off as an absurd story that Chad’s son told him. Chad explains that Thomas told him that he saw Leo in their basement on the night that Abigail was killed. Leo continues to claim it is ridiculous. Chad adds that when they were in the square, Thomas pointed at Leo and he took off. Chad questions why he would do that if he wasn’t guilty. Leo repeats that he was late to an appointment and claims he didn’t see them, yet Chad dragged him down here against his will and now he’s forced to defend himself against these insane accusations. Chad argues that Leo had motive because he hated Abigail for helping him break up his relationship with Craig. Chad brings up that Leo swore revenge on Sonny, Brady, Chloe, himself, and Abigail was on that hit list. Shawn asks if Leo was in the basement or not. Leo asks how he would even know how to get in there. Chad argues that Leo would figure out a way. Leo flashes back to being in the basement, on the phone with Gwen about getting in to the tunnels. Leo then claims to have no idea about tunnels. Chad grabs Leo and warns that he’s not going to get away with this and if the cops don’t make him pay, he will. Shawn pulls Chad off of Leo while Leo shouts that Chad just threatened his life. Shawn tells Chad to calm down. Chad screams that Leo murdered his wife. Shawn tells Chad to step outside and he’ll be with him in a second, so Chad exits. Shawn orders Leo to sit down and stay while he goes to get the full story from Thomas. Shawn warns Leo that he will have a cop watching him every second so he shouldn’t even think about leaving.

Eric jokes that Belle is always trying to play matchmaker. Belle says she just wants her brother to be happy. Belle asks if Eric is going to say he’s not ready because it’s time. Belle brings up that Nicole is happily married to Rafe now. Eric says this has nothing to do with Nicole. Belle asks why he doesn’t ask Jada out then. Eric then reveals that it’s because they already went to lunch today and it was Jada that invited him out.

Rafe says he had no idea that Eric and Jada were seeing each other and asks how Nicole knew. Nicole explains that when she went to the police station yesterday, she overheard Jada asking Eric to lunch and then when she and Chloe were at the Pub earlier, they saw them together on a date. Rafe says that’s terrific and that he thinks they’ll be a great couple. Rafe then asks Nicole if she doesn’t agree. Nicole says that they don’t know and she just hopes it doesn’t get awkward because Jada is renting a room above the Pub, so they’ll be right down the hall from each other. Rafe questions what the problem is. Nicole says if it doesn’t work out, it might be uncomfortable for both of them. Rafe says hopefully it will work out.

Belle tells Eric that she likes that Jada asked him out and asks how it went. Eric says it was good, they laughed a lot, and had a lot in common like they both like running and dogs and they’ve both been divorced. Eric adds that they both like sushi too. Belle encourages him about their next date and is so glad he’s getting back out there. Belle apologizes for assuming that he didn’t ask Jada out because he was still hung up on Nicole and promises not to jump to conclusions anymore about how he feels because she hates when people do that to her. Belle repeats that she’s glad he’s moving on. Eric responds that he’s glad she’s moving home where she belongs. Belle remembers she has to get going because Shawn is making dinner so Eric says he will help her with her bags.

Brady and Chloe talk about Leo coming by the office earlier, looking for a job and wearing a floral suit. Brady pulls out Leo’s look book and shows it to Clyde, who confirms that Leo is the guy.

Chad, Shawn, and Jada sit with Thomas at the police station to ask him to tell them what he remembers about the guy he saw in the basement. Thomas explains that he and his sister were playing hide and seek which is why he went down in the tunnels. Thomas says he saw a man there and he was scared because he said he was going to lock him up, but then he said he was the Tooth Fairy so he stopped being scared. Thomas asks if the Tooth Fairy is in trouble or if he’s mad at him because he wasn’t supposed to tell that he saw him. Thomas adds that he said it was a secret and he broke his promise. Jada encourages that he didn’t do anything wrong. Thomas points out that he said not to tell anyone, especially his parents, or he wouldn’t get any Tooth Fairy money for the rest of his life. Jada asks if he said anything else. Thomas says he asked him to get him breakfast, so he did. Jada asks if that was it. Thomas says he’s not sure. Chad assures Thomas that he’s been very helpful. Thomas continues to worry about breaking his promise by telling Abigail, Chad, and the police. Thomas cries that he doesn’t want the Tooth Fairy to be in trouble and he doesn’t want to be in trouble either. Jada encourages that no one is in trouble and that he’s doing the right thing. Chad commends Thomas for telling the truth and says Abigail would be very proud. Chad asks if they are done. Shawn says they are set, so he and Jada step away. Chad tells Thomas that it’s time for him to go to bed, so he’s going to call Jennifer to come pick him up. Thomas asks if Chad will be coming home soon. Chad promises to be home in time to tuck him in, but first he’s going to talk to the Tooth Fairy again. Thomas asks Chad to tell him he owes him $50 if he’s not too mad at him. Chad responds that he owes him a lot more than that as he hugs Thomas.

Sonny tells Alex that it’s not that he has an issue working with him. Alex stops him and says he totally gets it. Sonny says he didn’t even answer yet. Alex says he shouldn’t have had to ask but there’s obviously going to be an issue because he’s assertive and confident which can be intimidating. Sonny assures that he’s not intimidated by him and that he has no problem telling him when he’s acting like a total jerk. Sonny adds that Alex is acting like he’s not assertive or confident, when he’s the CEO of the company. Alex apologizes for using the word intimidating but jokes with Sonny about being sensitive. Sonny complains about Alex being condescending. Alex suggests they not fight and asks him to let him explain himself. Alex wants them to be compatible and tells him that he will never steamroll him in this role. Alex states that Sonny is the boss, so he’s deferring to him. Sonny thinks he will have a hard time with that and admits he doesn’t think Alex can handle that. Alex calls Sonny’s attitude really disappointing, arguing that they worked together in the past and it was great. Sonny says that was totally different. Alex insists that he has no problem deferring to Sonny as he knows he’s more than capable of doing this and he loves him as his brother. Alex sees this as a way to make them closer and truly bond. Alex praises Sonny as one of the kindest and funniest people he’s ever met. Alex says he’s looking forward to it but he has to go. Sonny invites him to stay for dinner, but Alex says he has plans and invites him to come with him. Sonny decides to stay home. Alex asks if they are good. Sonny says they are, so they hug. Alex then exits the mansion.

Brady asks Clyde if he’s sure that’s the guy. Clyde responds that there’s no doubt in his mind. Nancy asks if Clyde knows who that is. Clyde asks who. Nancy reveals that it’s Leo Stark, the weasel that her husband left her for and the con artist that Craig almost married. Nancy declares that their weasels are the same.

Chad tells Shawn that he wants Leo arrested now. Shawn responds that they have to follow procedure, so if they get what they need then they can place Leo under arrest. Chad argues that he heard that Thomas just said he saw Leo in the basement and that he told him to keep it a secret. Chad questions what more they need. Shawn says they need to bring Rafe up to speed. Chad says to get him then but Jada points out that Rafe is gone for the day. Chad says that after his wife was murdered, he stood in that room and Rafe told him that he wouldn’t stop until the killer was found and now they found him, so Rafe is going to get the hell back here now. Chad then calls Rafe.

Rafe and Nicole look over the menu for dinner but Rafe gets Chad’s call. Chad tells Rafe that he’s at the police station with Abigail’s killer and tells him to just get down there. Rafe responds that he’s on his way. Nicole asks if everything is okay. Rafe says it appears there’s a development in Abigail’s case so he has to go. Nicole assures that she understands and will see him at home. Rafe kisses her and says he loves her as he then exits.

Shawn, Jada, and Chad return to their interrogation room where Leo assumes that they are there to apologize and let him go but Shawn says no and that he will be here for awhile. Leo questions them actually believing a kid. Leo says he won’t press charges against Chad for threatening him or demand Thomas retract his lies and they can chalk this up to a misunderstanding. Shawn informs Leo that Rafe is on his way to question him, so Leo is not going anywhere until he answers them.

Eric and Jada run in to each other outside the Pub. They joke about running into each other like this. Jada mentions just coming from work and she thinks they may have got a break in the Abigail DiMera case. Eric says that’s great and understands she can’t discuss an ongoing investigation. Eric suggests they talk about something else and asks her to dinner if that’s okay. Jada says that’s two dates in one day and accepts as they head in to the Pub together. Nicole comes around the corner and sees them going in to the Pub.

Belle goes home and hopes she’s not late. Shawn says she’s right on time as the grill is fired up, so he figured while he cooks, she can check out her garden. Belle says that sounds really nice. Shawn welcomes her home. Belle says it’s good to be home.

Brady and Chloe talk about how they can’t believe Leo killed Abigail. Chloe questions if Leo is really a murderer. Brady says the thought never occurred to him, but reminds Chloe that Leo blamed Abigail just as much as them for ruining his relationship with Craig, so he was furious at her. Chloe questions if Leo was furious enough to murder her. Brady guesses they will see.

Rafe arrives at the police station and sits down with Leo, noting that his detectives have filled him in. Leo argues that Thomas is a child with a very active imagination. Chad warns Leo about calling his kid a liar again. Leo asks why Chad is here. Chad says it’s to make sure the animal who killed his wife is put down. Rafe goes over Thomas saying he saw Leo in the DiMera Basement. Leo argues that Thomas said he saw the Tooth Fairy and calls it outrageous. Leo complains that he has been harassed, detained, and slandered so he doesn’t have to take it anymore. Leo decides he’s out of here. Chad orders Rafe to read Leo his rights but Rafe says he’s afraid he can’t do that because he doesn’t have enough to hold him, let alone arrest him. Leo thanks him. Chad argues that Rafe can’t just let him go. Leo says he can and will because he knows the law. Rafe points out that he doesn’t want to hold Leo without enough to make future charges stick as it could end up blowing up in their faces later. Chad argues that if he lets Leo go, he will disappear and they’ll never see him again. Rafe responds that without anyone or anything backing up what Thomas said, he can’t keep him here. Rafe assures he wants the case solved as much as Chad does, but he doesn’t have enough to implicate Leo or the testimony of a witness. Nancy and Clyde then arrive with Clyde declaring that he does now.

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Clyde works at the Brady Pub. Nancy comes in and jokes that she loves a man who doesn’t mind getting his hands dirty. Clyde tells her that his shift is almost over and suggests she get them a table to have dinner but Nancy says she has a better idea and suggests they have dinner with Chloe and Brady, unless he doesn’t think they should. Clyde reminds her that Chloe hates his guts.

Brady joins Chloe at the Basic Black office. Chloe talks about having to make her proposal perfect so she doesn’t give Kristen another reason to write her up since that petty bitch could come walking through the door at any moment. Leo then walks in and asks who she is calling petty.

Xander and Sarah agree that Ava and Gwen must be working together. Sarah wonders what to do now. Xander says they have to get Ava to admit that she helped Gwen escape from prison on the night that Abigail was murdered and that she knew Gwen was going to kill Abigail and frame Sarah for it. Sarah worries about doing that but Xander feels it might not be that difficult since Gwen and Ava are business partners, not chums, and Ava already rolled on Gwen once before. Xander believes he can make Ava throw Gwen under the bus one last time.

At the DiMera Mansion, Gwen tells Ava that she did not kill Abigail but she had motive so it won’t look good for either of them if the cops find out she had opportunity. Ava questions if Gwen is threatening her after she went out of her way to do her a favor. Gwen points out that it would be in their mutual interest for both of them to keep their mouths shut. Ava assures that her secret is safe with her. EJ then walks in to the room and asks if he’s interrupting. Ava says not at all since it is his house. Ava introduces Gwen to EJ. Gwen says they have met. EJ doesn’t remember that. Gwen says she’s not surprised as it was quite a long time ago and he barely even recognized that she was in the room as he was so focused on getting his million dollars back from Xander.

Xander tells Sarah that he’s going to have a word with Ava since he knows she just moved in to the DiMera Mansion. Sarah warns that he has to be prepared since Ava isn’t stupid and will just deny everything. Xander says he’ll just show her the copies of the visitor logs and phone records, so they can prove that Ava and Gwen were in contact before and after Abigail’s murder. Sarah argues that they don’t know what they talked about and all they have is a theory. Xander assures that he will lean on her until she folds. Sarah admires his confidence but warns that Ava is as tough as nails, so he has to have proof. Xander reluctantly agrees. Sarah reminds him that Ava isn’t the only person Gwen spoke to that day as there is also her good friend Leo Stark.

Brady questions what Leo is doing at Basic Black. Leo calls it a social call as he thought he’d save their asses by saving their company. Brady asks how he’s going to do that. Leo then presents a book.

Clyde knows Nancy wants Chloe and Brady to like him but nothing has changed. Nancy points out that they are living together now and that doesn’t mean she’s going to stop trying to change their minds about him. Clyde points out that she can’t change that he has a prison record and that they are living together because he needed a place to stay or else he’s violating his parole and she graciously offered when Ben and his family left town. Nancy clarifies that she was happy to do it. Clyde says that means more to her than she knows. Nancy thinks they are pretty compatible in many ways, even as roomies. Clyde calls her a really great friend to him, more than anyone else has ever been as it seems like she always has his back, even when he’s accused of murder.

Jennifer offers to take Thomas to the town square for frozen yogurt but Thomas doesn’t want to go and tells her about a loose tooth. Chad arrives so Thomas runs away and goes upstairs. Jennifer questions what just happened. Chad responds that Thomas hates him and it’s own fault. Jennifer encourages that he doesn’t but Chad says he wouldn’t blame him if he did since he lost his temper with him yesterday. Jennifer encourages that all parents do that but Chad says not under these circumstances. Jennifer doesn’t want to upset him further but informs him that last night, Thomas was worried when Chad didn’t come home. Chad says he should’ve called. Jennifer adds that she and Jack were worried too. Chad admits he got a little drunk last night and crashed at Sonny’s. Jennifer says she knows as Sonny texted her and she told Thomas, but he was still scared. Chad questions why. Jennifer tells Chad that his son is afraid that he’s going to leave him the way his mother did.

Nancy sits with Clyde and reminds him that she told him when they met that she believes everybody deserves a second chance. Clyde says that meant the world to him. Nancy wanted him to stop being so hard on himself since he did his time and paid his debt which is why she felt so bad when he got arrested. Clyde admits it was rough but it all worked out and now he’s with her and couldn’t be more grateful. Nancy is sure that the man who sold Clyde that stolen bracelet is the one who killed Abigail, insisting that it has to be him. Clyde agrees and wishes he could’ve given the cops a better description of the little weasel. Clyde declares that he would’ve been the hero now as the guy who brought the killer to justice.

Brady asks Leo what the hell he’s doing here. Chloe questions his book. Leo responds that he saw their ad online for a brand and he’s a living, breathing brand on his own who is between gigs, he thought he would give them first dibs on his services. Leo thought he could bring some color to Basic Black. Brady tells him that they are busy. Chloe tells him to go away and questions his book. Leo says it’s a look book and that he put it together to give her an idea of his vision. Chloe goes through it and sees it’s only pictures of Leo. Leo feels there’s no question that he could bring fab to the drab at Basic Black. Chloe asks Brady if they should call security but Brady says he can throw Leo out himself. Leo questions the hostility. Chloe argues that they all know he’s not here for a job. Brady says they aren’t stupid and that all Leo wants to do is stab them in the back.

Sarah and Xander talk about Gwen calling Leo on the day of the murder as well. Xander doesn’t see Leo killing anyone and notes that Lucas didn’t say anything about seeing Sarah in drag running down the stairs. Sarah asks if Xander thinks it was Gwen then. Xander responds that Leo is just a con man, but Gwen will clearly do whatever it takes to get what she wants. Xander can’t believe that Gwen convinced him that she changed. Sarah encourages him to stop beating himself up as he couldn’t have known. Xander says he chose to ignore the signs. Sarah understands that Xander had been hurt so badly by her and needed to love again. Xander argues that he wasn’t hurt by Sarah, but by that monster Kristen DiMera. Xander says that Sarah has just made him happier than he’s ever deserved to be. Sarah encourages that he deserves to be happy and loved. Sarah wants him to give himself more credit since he saw through Gwen eventually. Xander says they both know Gwen wouldn’t have gone near Sarah if he hadn’t been so stupid.

EJ remembers Gwen as Xander’s mistress. Gwen responds that they aren’t together anymore which EJ calls a point in her favor. EJ remarks that any friend of his late brother’s wife is welcome in this house. EJ is sure Gwen is a great comfort to Ava. Gwen remarks that she certainly tries to be. EJ invites Gwen to stay for drinks and dinner. Ava calls that generous but thinks it’s too late to add another person to the table. EJ says they are very adaptable and asks Gwen to stay. Gwen agrees to stay, so EJ says he will go shower and change, then they can get to know each other a little better. EJ then adds that they can get around to discussing the secret that Ava seems to be keeping for her.

Chad questions Thomas thinking he left him for good. Jennifer tells him that he was panicking and that she reassured him, but it was a rough night for him. Chad apologizes. Jennifer didn’t want to tell him but thought he needed to know. Chad agrees. Jennifer hates to cause him more pain. Chad says he’s not worried about his pain, but about his son. Chad says his son just wants his mom back and he has no clue what to say to him. Jennifer says that none of them can make this okay but they can all go through this together. Jennifer advises that you can’t always be wise and wonderful for your kids but you can be there. Chad knows he’s a mess right now and last night, he wanted to feel nothing. Chad declares that he’s filled with nothing but rage. Jennifer understands that. Chad admits he was just too ashamed to face his kids last night because they didn’t need their drunken father stumbling around. Chad states that he’s doing his best to keep it together, but admits he’s falling apart. Jennifer hugs Chad as he questions what they are supposed to do without Abigail.

Clyde suggests Nancy just take Chloe and Brady out by herself. Nancy argues that they are a couple now, so Chloe has to accept that. Clyde suggests they could get takeout, stay home, and watch some lady wrestling. Nancy jokes that she’ll put him in a hammerlock to get her way. Nancy believes that once Clyde spends some time with Chloe and Brady, they will learn to love him like she does. Clyde then questions if he just heard her say that she loves him. Nancy claims that she doesn’t know what she said and points out that he’ll have to change his shirt before they go out to dinner. Clyde jokes that he does clean up pretty nice. Nancy suggests he go home and shower, then put on the new shirt that she bought him. Nancy says she will go pick up Chloe and Brady, then she will text him where to meet them for dinner.

Chloe brings up that Leo told Nancy that she was on some list of his, so she questions why they’d be dumb enough to hire him after that. Leo claims that he only said that because Nancy made him so mad. Chloe argues that he’s still mad, so if they hired him, he’d run the company in to the ground. Leo asks why he would do that. Brady reminds him that he made it clear that he intended to get even with anyone who came between he and Craig. Leo admits that’s true, but claims he changed his mind and decided to be the bigger person by letting that all go. Leo asks them to let bygones be bygones. Chloe questions why he would even want to work here. Leo says he has to eat. Brady calls him unbelievable. Leo feels he’s unique and his designs for Basic Black would be too. Leo asks if they should talk salary. Chloe tells him to get out. Leo calls them so tiresome. Leo then declares that he will start his own brand and bury them as he then exits the office.

Xander and Sarah go over how Gwen killed her own sister and framed Sarah for it because she wanted Sarah out of the way, so she could have another shot with Xander. Xander declares that’s why he’s going to be the one to make sure that her plan blows up in her face. Sarah notes that the one thing about Gwen that she understands is risking everything to be with him. Sarah says she is back to herself because they are really together. Xander encourages that she did all the hard work. Sarah says they make a really great team. Sarah asks if they have to go confront Ava right this minute. Xander agrees to put it off for a bit as they kiss.

Gwen worries to Ava about EJ hearing them talking. Ava notes that EJ is desperate to get rid of her and now he’ll have just what he needs if he figures out that she helped Gwen escape. Gwen asks why he wants to get rid of her. Ava says it’s because she just inherited Jake’s shares of DiMera Enterprises. Gwen notes that EJ is going to want answers when he gets back. Ava tells her that they are going to need to come up with another really big secret, fast.

Jennifer brings Thomas back to the living room to Chad. Chad apologizes for not coming home last night and acknowledges that it was wrong to yell at him. Chad tries to explain that he wasn’t mad and says he’s just mad at the world. Thomas says he is too. Chad states that they are both mad and sad because Abigail is gone and they both miss her very much and would do anything for her to come back. Chad talks about how Abigail was great at making him feel better. Chad offers to show him old pictures and says he wants to be good at coming up with great ideas like she was, but he doesn’t think he has it in him right now. Chad says he can’t but maybe Thomas has an idea. Thomas responds that maybe it would make Chad feel better if he could make him feel better. Chad calls that the best idea he’s ever heard. Chad talks about how much Thomas and Charlotte remind him of Abigail and he loves them. Thomas then hugs Chad. Jennifer watches on in tears.

Brady tells Chloe that he can’t believe Leo just walked in, expecting a job. Chloe goes through Leo’s books and admits that some of his designs are really good. Brady mocks the suit that Leo was wearing. Chloe acknowledges that Leo definitely has his own style but shows Brady some photos from the book and says it’s actually different and she likes it. Nancy then walks in and questions why they are looking at pictures of that horrible man.

Leo sits at the Bistro with a drink, complaining that Chloe and Brady wouldn’t know a good design if it hit them in the face. Clyde then appears and declares that’s exactly what he should do to him.

Nancy complains that Chloe and Brady are looking at pictures of the man who destroyed her marriage. Chloe tells her that it’s not what she thinks. Nancy argues that Leo ruined her life and then stayed in Salem to rub her nose in it. Chloe says that’s why she wants nothing to do with him. Nancy says she knows a look book when she sees one. Brady confirms that Leo came in, asking for a job. Nancy can’t believe the nerve of him. Chloe says that’s why they threw him out. Brady adds that if he had a baseball bat, Leo would’ve been crawling out with two broken legs.

Clyde sits with Leo and says he’s been looking for him and the cops would be too if he gave them a better description, but he doesn’t think he’ll forget his face now. Leo says their last association was mutually beneficial and offers to buy Clyde a drink. Clyde grabs Leo and warns that he almost took a murder charge because of him but luckily, he had an alibi. Clyde gets the feeling Leo won’t be half as lucky as he was.

Chad asks about the frozen yogurt that Thomas and Jennifer were talking about. Jennifer suggests Thomas and Chad go get it together. Chad invites Jennifer to come with them but she thinks they need a boys night out. Chad says it’s up to Thomas. Thomas agrees that it sounds fun so he and Chad exit together as Jennifer smiles.

EJ returns to the living room and tells Gwen that Harold said it was no problem to set another place at the table for her. EJ pours them drinks and toasts to family and new friends. EJ says he’s eager to know all about the secret Gwen and Ava are keeping and he can’t help but wonder if it has anything to do with Abigail.

Nancy suggests not mentioning Leo anymore since it just makes her queasy. Brady mentions that he was just about to try to convince Chloe to go get something to eat and invites Nancy to join them. Nancy responds that the funny thing is that she came to ask them to join her and Clyde for dinner tonight. Nancy asks them to please say yes because whether they like him or not, Clyde Weston is the new man in her life. Nancy declares that Clyde makes her happy and she just wants to share that with the people she loves. Chloe brings up Clyde living with her now, which Nancy confirms. Nancy remarks that she didn’t think she needed to ask her permission. Chloe says she doesn’t and if Clyde is the man in her life, then she will gladly go to dinner with them and try to focus on the fact that Clyde makes her happy. Brady adds that if Chloe is good with it, then he’s in, so they all exit together.

Xander brings Sarah room service in bed. Sarah tells him that she developed an appetite for something entirely different as they kiss in bed.

Ava questions why Gwen would have a secret involving Abigail. EJ asks if Gwen can answer that. Gwen sees that EJ has figured her out. EJ says he didn’t put it together until after he left the room that Gwen is the daughter Jack didn’t know he fathered, who returned to Salem with a desire to get even. Gwen calls that a long time ago. EJ says he wasn’t in Salem when Gwen seduced his brother and tried to ruin his marriage which Gwen admits to. Gwen says she was very angry back then but luckily, she was able to see the harm she had caused and made peace with Abigail long before she died. Gwen says her heart goes out to Chad because she knows how devastated he is over the loss of his wife.

Chad and Thomas have frozen yogurt together in the town square. Thomas’s tooth comes out and Chad talks about how long they have been waiting for. Thomas asks Chad to hold onto it for him and points out that Abigail used to, so he’s going to have to do some of the stuff that she did. Chad responds that he would be happy to and promises to guard it with his life. Thomas asks if the Tooth Fairy knows they are Jennifer’s house now. Chad assures that the Tooth Fairy is very smart and will find him. Thomas then mentions that the Tooth Fairy is a he.

Leo argues that Clyde is looking at him like he killed Abigail. Clyde tells him to tell it to the cops. Leo questions if they need to involve the cops in this. Leo reminds Clyde that he’s on parole while he just spent a certain amount of time on the wrong side of the law himself. Clyde points out that he’s been cleared. Leo brings up Clyde having the stolen jewelry of a murder victim. Clyde says he’ll take his chances. Leo tells him to at least let him finish his wine. Clyde tells him to drink up because they won’t be serving where he’s going. Leo then instead throws his wine in Clyde’s face and runs away.

Xander and Sarah lay in bed together, agreeing that the last time they were this happy was the night before their wedding. Sarah says the meds are working, her hallucinations have diminished, and she’s back with the man she loves. Xander says he’s soon to be her devoted husband which Sarah says will make her even happier than she is now as they kiss. Sarah declares that first, they have unfinished business to attend to. Xander agrees that they must make Ava cough up what she knows about Gwen.

Gwen asks EJ if Chad and the kids will be at dinner. EJ says no as they are staying with Jack and Jennifer. EJ points out that they still haven’t told him their secret. Ava then tells EJ that it’s about Xander because Gwen wants him back. Gwen says it’s true as she thought it was a lost cause, but now that Lucas said he saw Sarah in the house on the day that Abigail was murdered, then maybe she still has a chance. EJ guesses she hasn’t heard that Sarah might have an alibi. Gwen brings up what Lucas said. EJ says he and Lucas have a long history. EJ calls Lucas a liar, so as soon as he heard he implicated Sarah, he knew she hadn’t done it so someone else killed Abigail. EJ then goes to check on dinner. Gwen can’t believe Ava told EJ that she’s pining after Xander. Ava says they had to tell EJ something and the best lies have a grain of truth to them. Gwen questions it being a good idea for Ava to be living in the same house with the man who is out to get her. Ava tells her not to worry about it as she knows how to handle EJ DiMera.

Nancy brings Chloe and Brady to the Bistro where they find Clyde wiping his eyes with a towel. Nancy questions what happened. Clyde reveals that he just ran in to the guy who sold him Abigail’s bracelet. Brady asks where the hell he is. Clyde responds that he knew he was onto him, so he threw a drink in his face and ran out.

Chad questions Thomas saying that he saw the Tooth Fairy in the basement of the DiMera Mansion and that it was a man. Chad wants Thomas not to go down there again because those tunnels are not the safest place for a little kid, especially by themselves. Thomas points out that he wasn’t by himself because the Tooth Fairy was there and he told Abigail about it. Leo then walks by, so Thomas tells Chad that he can ask the Tooth Fairy himself because there he is.

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At the Kiriakis Mansion, Sonny brings Chad a smoothie as a hangover cure and warns him about not drinking like that again. Chad responds that his headache is warning enough. Chad thanks Sonny for letting him stay the night and apologizes for being an ass. Sonny relates to when he thought Will was gone and how worked helped him. Chad points out that he doesn’t have a job. Sonny then tells Chad that there’s an open VP position that is his if he wants it, but Alex walks in and says that it’s not.

Allie delivers flowers to Chanel at the Bakery and guesses that she has a secret admirer.

Johnny exits the shower and goes to what used to be Chad’s room to ask Chad if he can borrow some shampoo, but instead he finds Ava dancing with her headphones on and her back turned. Ava drops her robe and then turns around naked, shocked to see Johnny.

Gwen goes to the apartment above the garage looking for Ava but instead Kristen answers the door. Gwen is surprised and questions what the hell she’s doing there.

Xander goes to the prison, dressed as a priest. The warden asks if she can help him. Xander introduces himself as Father Callum O’Brien and says he was hoping he could help her. He claims his Parrish is interested in helping with her literacy program. The warden gets a call and says she’ll be right there. She then tells Xander that there’s an emergency so he can have a seat until she gets back as she then rushes out. Sarah then comes in and tells Xander that the Warden is on her way to a non-existent prison altercation so they have 10 minutes to download everything they need. Sarah jokes about breaking into prison records while noting that it could all be a wild goose chase, asking who is stupid enough to keep records of when they happened to lose track of a prisoner.

Kristen informs Gwen that Jake and Ava let her crash when she was released. Kristen calls it bittersweet as she was looking forward to knowing Jake better. Gwen says she’s sorry for her loss. Kristen bringing up Gwen and Jake being together. Gwen says that Jake stomped all over her heart. Gwen asks where Ava is. Kristen reveals that Ava doesn’t live her anymore and went to the DiMera Mansion which she calls trading up.

Ava puts her robe back on and complains about Johnny not knocking. Johnny points out that he did but she had her headphones on. Johnny apologizes for barging in but questions what she is doing in Chad’s bedroom. Ava asks if no one in this family talks to each other as she informs Johnny that EJ invited her to move in. Johnny asks why. Ava informs him that she married his uncle, so Johnny assumes she means Chad.

Sonny introduces Alex to Chad. Alex apologizes and says he can be very direct when it comes to business. Chad can’t believe they’ve never met as he’s heard about him forever. Alex tells Chad that he’s very sorry to hear about his wife. Alex apologizes for barging in but he’s surprised Sonny didn’t know that the job is no longer available because Victor gave it to him.

Sarah and Xander search the prison records on the Warden’s computer. Sarah begins downloading Gwen’s files and says they can get out of here in three minutes. Xander complains about having to wear the priest collar but Sarah encourages that it’s sexy and makes her want him. Xander and Sarah start kissing until the Warden comes back and questions what is going on here.

Sonny questions when Victor gave Alex the job. Alex says it was last night. Sonny argues that he’s the CEO, so Victor can’t hand him a job without talking to him first. Alex apologizes but says he said he was interested in the position and Sonny didn’t seem to have a problem with it. Sonny complains that he doesn’t have a problem but it’s his call to make and he doesn’t like Alex sneaking around his back like that. Alex argues that he wasn’t sneaking around his back since Victor summoned him. Alex apologizes to Chad as he didn’t know he was interested in that job and to Sonny since he told Victor that he should be in on the meeting. Chad says he wasn’t interested anyway and Sonny says it’s fine. Sonny decides they can talk about it later as Chad doesn’t want to watch them hash this out. Alex says he was on his way to HR as there’s apparently a mountain of paper work to fill out, so he will see him at the office. Alex tells Chad that it was nice to meet him as he then exits the mansion. Chad comments that Alex reminds him of someone but he can’t think of who while Sonny says he’s drawing a blank.

The Warden questions who Sarah is. Xander tries to explain things to the Warden while Sarah sneaks the flash drive from the computer. The Warden says that Xander looks familiar. Xander claims he gets that a lot and then he and Sarah rush out, leaving the Warden confused.

Gwen tells Kristen that she knew Ava and Jake were living together but didn’t realize they were thinking about getting married. Kristen says she didn’t either and asks what Gwen wanted to talk to Ava about. Gwen claims she just wanted to say she’s sorry about Jake. Kristen mocks Gwen saying she needed to talk to Ava and how it was important, so she seemed particularly urgent. Kristen then asks Gwen for the real reason she’s here.

Johnny accuses Ava of marrying Chad until she explains that she didn’t. Johnny questions why she’s in his room and where Chad is. Ava clarifies that she married his uncle Jake. Johnny apologizes as Jake isn’t the first uncle to come to his mind. Johnny takes it that it wasn’t a big wedding since he never even heard about it. Ava tells him that no one was invited. Johnny doesn’t blame Jake not wanting a bunch of DiMeras there. Johnny says he was never close to Jake but he is sorry for her loss. Ava is glad someone cared enough to let Johnny know that Jake was dead. Johnny admits he hasn’t been around much lately but asks about EJ inviting Ava to live here. Ava calls it very compassionate and generous but notes that it was as soon as he found out that she had inherited Jake’s estate. Johnny welcomes her to the family. Johnny goes to grab the shampoo he came for but his towel drops. Johnny says he’s sorry about that but Ava says she’s not. Johnny guesses they are even then.

Allie complains about Johnny but Chanel opens the card with the flowers and reveals they are from her mother. Allie asks what the occasion is. Chanel claims it’s nothing and that she doesn’t need a reason to send her flowers. Chanel says it must have been spur of the moment but Allie asks why it says she’s sorry then. Allie questions what she’s not telling her. Chanel makes her promise not to get mad and then reveals that Allie was kind of right about Johnny as he hasn’t accepted her decision to be with her, so he wanted to get her back and for a second, Paulina thought about helping him. Allie questions not getting mad about Paulina would rather her be with Johnny and was going to help him. Chanel argues that Paulina was just worried about her but then realized that she didn’t need to be. Allie questions what Paulina was going to help Johnny with. Chanel says she didn’t want to come between her and Johnny. Chanel asks her to drop it but Allie declares that if Chanel won’t tell her what she did, she will go get it straight from his mouth. Allie storms off while Chanel worries that it’s not going to go great.

Sonny complains about Victor making him so mad by going behind his back like that. Sonny argues that it’s his company and asks why Victor would go to Alex of all people. Sonny brings up that Chad warned him about working with his brothers. Chad regrets that as he was just angry with EJ. Chad acknowledges that Alex seems like a good guy…

Alex walks through the town square and runs in to Chanel at the Bakery. Alex jokes about the Sweet Bits name of the Bakery. Chanel explains that it’s her place. Alex is intrigued and asks what she has going on. Chanel gives Alex a free sample to entice him to enter the shop. Alex jokes that she won’t entice anyone to go inside while she is outside. Chanel comments on him being a smooth talking city boy that her mom warned her about. Alex says he was actually born in Salem and is moving back to be closer to the family. Alex introduces himself to Chanel.

Allie goes to the DiMera Mansion and confronts Johnny, saying she just heard from Chanel that he tried to get Paulina to break them up. Johnny points out that she turned her down. Allie argues that Johnny said he was going to accept and respect Chanel’s decision. Allie declares that she won, so Johnny has to deal with the fact that her and Chanel are together. Ava then walks in and remarks that it didn’t take long.

Gwen claims to Kristen that paying condolences is important. Kristen questions Gwen even being friends with Ava since Ava sent her to prison until she got her out. Gwen assures she’s grateful for that. Kristen tells Gwen to prove it by telling her what she’s hiding. Kristen asks what the deal is between her and Ava.

Sarah and Xander go back to their room at the Salem Inn. Sarah prays that they got everything downloaded from the Warden’s computer. Xander is just glad they got out of there before the Warden realized he used to be in prison. They go through the records. Sarah finds that Abigail was killed on June 10 and Gwen went missing on June 10 for several hours which means no one knew where Gwen was when Abigail was killed. Sarah asks if this is enough to bring to the cops. Xander feels it’s not enough evidence as they can’t prove that Gwen left the prison that night. Sarah points out that they do know that Lucas swore he saw her at the mansion that night and she can prove that wasn’t her, so they could tell the cops that they found the mask in Gwen’s suitcase, that she took off with it to try to get rid of it, and that she went off the radar that night. Xander reminds her that they don’t have the mask and can’t prove that Gwen left the prison that night. Xander adds that Jada isn’t exactly open to hearing what they have to say. Sarah says they know that Gwen did it, so they just have to figure out how. Xander suggests she could’ve bribed a guard but Sarah points out it wouldn’t get reported then and wonders if she had help from the outside. Xander suggests checking the visitor logs. Sarah finds out that Abigail visited Gwen that day. Xander calls that very interesting but notes that he doesn’t see Abigail helping Gwen get out. Sarah finds that the only other person to visit Gwen that day was herself as she enjoyed rubbing salt in her wounds that they were back together. Xander then sees that the next day, Leo and Ava visited her. Sarah says Ava visiting Gwen is strange. Xander adds that Ava sold Gwen down the river to get immunity, so he questions why she would visit her.

Allie asks what Ava is doing at the DiMera Mansion. Ava reveals that she lives here now and calls it a long story. Allie calls this a private conversation. Ava brings up that just a month ago, Allie told her son Tripp that she loved him but she was wrestling with her sexual identity. Ava accuses Allie of stringing Tripp along and giving him mixed signals until she drove him out of town. Allie responds that she’s sincerely sorry for hurting Tripp. Ava argues that she broke his heart as Tripp literally died for her and then she dumped him. Allie doesn’t want this to sound like a threat and says it’s just the truth that they need to be very careful with each other for Henry’s sake because she wants her to be in his life, but that’s not going to happen if she speaks to her like this. Ava understands and agrees. Allie questions Ava being Team Johnny as she didn’t even know that Ava knew him. Johnny mutters that she knows him intimately and then tells Allie that she needs to relax. Allie says she won’t if he keeps trying to come between her and Chanel. Johnny then promises that he’s over her. Allie remarks that she knows how much a DiMera promise means and warns him to back off or else she’ll have to go full Brady on him. Allie then walks out of the mansion.

Gwen doesn’t see how her relationship with Ava is any of Kristen’s business. Kristen argues that she’s been frozen out of her family’s business while Ava has inherited Jake’s stock and since EJ needs to claw his way back to the top of the company, he has moved Ava into the DiMera Mansion. Gwen guesses Kristen is looking for something to use against Ava. Kristen says maybe. Gwen says she’s sorry but she can’t help her. Kristen declares that Gwen and Ava can have their little secrets, but reminds her of what she did for her. Kristen warns that she may be asking for something in return one day.

Sonny tells Chad about growing up, his brothers Joe and Vic could be jerks that enjoyed making his life hell but then Alex would make them reconsider. Sonny admits he used to think Alex walked on water but complains that Alex seems to think he gets to watch over him and is always going to be in charge. Chad asks if that’s what happened in Phoenix. Sonny thinks that was just different opinions on the chain of command. Chad mocks being surprised about conflict in a family business. Sonny says he doesn’t have a problem working with Alex, but he doesn’t want to fight with him. Sonny adds that he was going to give Alex a job at Titan, just not this one, but he guesses he has no choice now.

Alex continues to praise the Bakery to Chanel and says it’s amazing how much Salem has changed. Alex suggests she could help him get reoriented. Chanel tells him that there’s an app for that. Alex suggests a night on the town with dinner, drinks, and dancing. Chanel responds that she can’t. Alex says he should’ve known she had a boyfriend. Chanel responds that she did but they broke up. Alex asks if he’s blind, an idiot, or both then. Alex questions what the problem is if they’re both single. Chanel clarifies that she didn’t say that and reveals that now she’s with her girlfriend as Allie then walks up.

Ava apologizes to Johnny for shooting her mouth off. Johnny assures that Allie really does feel bad about Tripp. Ava guesses she’ll just have to get used to it. Ava asks if Johnny meant what he said about being over Chanel. Johnny says he doesn’t a choice as pining over someone isn’t really his style and he doesn’t like fighting with his sister. Johnny adds that he’s just not very good at letting things go which Ava relates to. Johnny thanks Ava for having his back, especially since they just met. Ava jokes that it’s like he said, they are now intimately acquainted. Johnny apologizes again about that. Ava jokes that it’s all mostly forgotten.

Gwen tells Kristen to let her know when she’s ready to call in that favor. Kristen says she will and tells her to give Ava her regards. Gwen questions Ava being in the DiMera Mansion while Kristen is stuck living in this dump above a garage. Kristen says EJ offered to let her move in, but he wanted certain concessions that she wasn’t willing to make. Gwen assures that the DiMera Mansion is not all that and swears that it’s haunted. Kristen responds that she will be redecorating it one day.

Sarah tells Xander that in addition to Abigail, Gwen made two phone calls on the day of the murder, one before she went to see her and one after with the first being to Leo and the second being to Ava.

Chanel asks Allie how it went. Allie responds that she’ll be happy to know there was no bloodshed. Chanel then introduces Allie to Alex, who she acknowledges as Sonny’s brother. Chanel is surprised Alex didn’t start off with the fact that he was a Kiriakis and informs Allie that he was just hitting on her. Alex explains that was until he found out that they were gay. Allie clarifies that she is bi. Alex calls them a very sexy couple. Chanel mocks him just thinking like a typical guy that two girls together is hot. Alex says that it is. Alex tells Allie that he just got rejected by Chanel, so he thought maybe he could take both of them out. Allie questions why he would do that. Alex responds that the only people he knows in town are his relatives, so he thinks it would be amazing to have two beautiful women showing him around town. Alex says it’d be his treat. Allie is unsure but Chanel comments that her mom always told her to never turn down a five star meal. Alex questions it being five star. Chanel says they deserve the best and he looks like he can afford it. Allie then agrees to it.

Sarah goes over to Xander that she went to see Gwen and got her all riled up, then Gwen calls Ava and somehow gets out of prison, Abigail is killed, and then Ava comes back to see Gwen the next day. Xander asks what about Leo since he visited Gwen before and after Abigail’s murder too. Sarah says Leo is Gwen’s friend so he had a reason to visit while Ava didn’t. Xander adds that Ava had mob connections so she probably had the pull to get Gwen out of prison. Sarah suggests they need to go have a talk with Ava.

Johnny tells Ava to let him know if she needs anything since they are one big happy family here. As Johnny goes to leave, Gwen arrives. Gwen mentions that Harold let her in. Johnny sarcastically remarks that it’s good to see her and tells her to feel free to stop by anytime as he exits the room. Gwen comments on that not being a warm welcome but admits she doesn’t expect anything. Gwen tells Ava that she needs to talk to her. Ava asks how she knew she was there. Gwen explains that she went to her old flat and Kristen told her. Gwen then sees that Ava is wearing her old ring and questions her. Ava explains that Jake got it for her and she didn’t want to hurt her feelings as she was afraid it was going to bring bad luck. Gwen says she was right about that. Gwen adds that she never thought Ava and Jake would get married. Ava responds that she did but can’t imagine that’s why she came all the way over. Gwen informs Ava that they brought Sarah in but now she has an alibi so the police are going to be looking for someone else. Gwen tells Ava to swear that she will not tell anybody that she helped her get out of prison on the day that Abigail was killed. Ava asks if that’s because she’s the one that killed her.

Sonny tells Chad that when he thought he lost Will, he was so overwhelmed by grief that he thought he would never get out of it so he started talking to a counselor. Sonny says that didn’t bring Will back but it made him feel a lot better. Chad responds that the only person he has to talk to right now is his son Thomas, so he’s going to go home and see if he can make things right with him. Sonny hugs Chad and says he knows he will. Chad wishes he was as sure as he is and thanks him. Chad then exits the mansion. Sonny tells himself that while Chad talks to Thomas, he will talk to Alex.

Alex tells Chanel that he would give her his business card but it’s still being printed. Chanel says she’ll be in touch. Alex jokes that he knows where to find her if she’s not and then walks away. Chanel calls Alex cute. Allie asks if she should be jealous. Chanel asks if she didn’t think he was cute. Allie admits that he’s smoking hot and she’s excited to see where he takes them. Chanel then asks Allie how it went with Johnny. Allie responds that she went over there, expecting to serve him his head on a platter, but instead she got hers handed to her since Tripp’s mom was there. Chanel asks what she was doing there. Allie responds that she really doesn’t know.

Johnny goes back to Ava’s room and picks up her robe from the floor as he then thinks back to walking in on her naked, with a smile.

Gwen tells Ava that she did not kill Abigail but she had motive so it won’t look good for either of them if the cops find out she had opportunity. Ava questions if Gwen is threatening her after she went out of her way to do her a favor. Gwen points out that it would be in their mutual interest for both of them to keep their mouths shut. Ava assures that her secret is safe with her.

Xander tells Sarah that it sounds like Ava could be the key. Sarah says she has to be because if they could figure out how Ava got Gwen out of prison, then they can prove that Gwen is the one that killed Abigail.

Kristen calls Dr. Rolf and asks if there’s any change on Stefan. Kristen warns that she’s not a very patient person and she needs this done. Kristen declares that Stefan DiMera is not staying on ice forever.

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Update written by Joseph

At the police department, Shawn introduces Belle to his new partner, Jada. Belle welcomes her to Salem and says it’s nice to meet her. Belle apologizes for interrupting and says she will let them get back but Jada says she was just on her way out as she has somewhere to be, so Shawn is all Belle’s. Jada then exits the station. Shawn tells Belle that he hopes it’s alright that he referred to her as his wife. Belle admits it was nice to hear and that she missed it.

Eric runs in to Nicole outside the Brady Pub. Eric asks about her ankle. Nicole mentions being ready to ditch her crutches. Nicole tells Eric that he looks good and asks if he’s wearing a new shirt which he confirms. Nicole guesses he’s going all out for his big date.

Rafe asks Gabi when she became such a cynic about love. Gabi suggests maybe when her husband was shot and killed. Rafe points out that Gabi found love with Jake but Gabi says it wasn’t the same and she realizes she was trying to recreate what she had with his twin brother. Rafe encourages her not to give up on finding love and asks what about Li. Gabi just isn’t sure about it as they are having fun and she likes him, but she doesn’t know if they will ever really be a thing. Rafe says they never know and points out that Gabi and Stefan didn’t love each other at first. Gabi admits that they hated each others’ guts but somehow they fell in love and were so happy, then he was just gone. Gabi calls it not fair and asks why she couldn’t have gotten more time with Stefan.

Dr. Rolf is surprised to see Li Shin enter his lab, then states that he was wondering when Li might look in. Li responds that he likes to keep up with all of DiMera’s assets. Li reveals that he was the one watching over the lab while Dr. Rolf was in prison as he says he hoped Rolf found everything in working order when he returned. Rolf confirms that Li’s medical staff did an adequate job and thanks him for funding the lab while he was in prison. Li asks what could be more important than saving the life of Stefano DiMera’s son.

Brady and Chloe go to leave right as Kristen arrives at the door. Kristen comments on just coming from the Basic Black office and no one was there, then she finds them here together. Kristen questions their excuse for abandoning work. Brady points out that they could say the same for her as she’s been missing for a day and a half, so he questions where Kristen has been.

Li tells Dr. Rolf that it’s funny as when he first discovered the funding for this secret lab, he had all these ideas of what it might be for like nuclear weapons, a cure for cancer, or something far more sinister, but then he came here and found Stefan DiMera being kept alive by a mechanical heart. Li calls it far more fantastical and creepier than he imagined. Li admits he saw opportunity and the possibility to leverage some power in the family since this is Stefano’s son and his namesake which has to be worth something. Li confirms that he continued to fund the operation while waiting for Dr. Rolf’s release from prison. Rolf assures that he did the right thing. Li questions if he did and if it was a good idea to place all this trust in Dr. Rolf, only to find out that he’s been holding out on him. Dr. Rolf says he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. Li assumes that Dr. Rofl was just about to tell him then that he put Jake’s heart in Stefan’s body. Dr. Rolf questions what made him think he’s done such a thing. Li responds that he’s no doctor and makes jokes then reveals that he installed surveillance cameras while Rolf was away, so he watched as Rolf and Kristen wheeled in Jake’s lifeless body and wheeled him back out later with a scar down his chest. Dr. Rolf claims he was just about to tell him, but he didn’t think it was prudent until he was certain the procedure was a success so he thought it was best to keep it between he and Kristen. Dr. Rolf assures that no one else knows, not even Stefan’s brothers. Li warns Dr. Rolf to never keep him out of the loop again. Li adds that he would hate for Rolf’s funding to dry up and all of his work to just disappear. Li then asks Dr. Rolf if the surgery was a success. Dr. Rolf calls it a great success and says they just need to give Stefan time to adjust to his new heart. Li asks how much time they are talking about. Rolf guesses an hour or two and then Stefan O. DiMera will make his return to the living. Li calls it very impressive, but he’s afraid that doesn’t work for him.

Gabi questions all the romantic advice from Rafe and asks if he’s an expert now that he’s married. Rafe asks if it’s such a crime to want her to be as happy as she is. Gabi assures that she’s happy enough. Gabi promises not to be a pessimist and to try to believe that she will find love again. Gabi admits that maybe she and Li will get serious since they do have a great time together and the sex is off the charts. Rafe doesn’t want to hear about that. Gabi jokes that he was the one poking around her love life. Gabi adds that her one complaint is that Li is a little hard to read, so she’s not sure if he’s just guarded or if he has something to hide. Rafe doesn’t like that but Gabi says it’s probably nothing as she tends to just read too much into things. Gabi tells Rafe about how she heard Li saying “I love you” on the phone and thought secret girlfriend, but it was his mother. Gabi remarks that she is the Evel Knievel of jumping to conclusions while Rafe notes that she’s not alone..

Eric asks how Nicole knew about his date. Nicole explains that she went to the station to see Rafe and overheard Eric and Jada making plans. Eric asks why she didn’t say hello. Nicole doesn’t think Jada would’ve been thrilled by his ex-wife interrupting and asks if anything could be more awkward. Jada then approaches and greets them. Jada apologizes for being early but explains that she was trapped in an awkward position at the station and needed to get the hell out of there. Nicole remarks that she knows the feeling.

Shawn asks what brought Belle to the station. Belle responds that she knew it was his first day back and she wanted to see how he was doing. Shawn admits he had a rough night and imagined the baby crying but realized he wasn’t there. Belle says she’s so sorry. Shawn is glad to be back at work to take his mind off of it. Shawn asks how her morning was. Belle says it was pretty crazy as she had to resolve a lot of legal issues around Jake DiMera’s death.

Kristen informs Brady and Chloe that her brother was shot to death and she wasn’t aware that she needed an employee’s permission to take time off to mourn him. Chloe says she’s really sorry about what happened to Jake but she didn’t think they were close. Kristen responds that she’s not talking to her and that she came to talk to Brady in private. Brady tells Kristen not to treat Chloe like that. Kristen remarks that now that she’s overseeing their company, she can treat Chloe however she likes while she’s on the clock. Kristen asks Chloe to send her a file right away and threatens to write her up if not. Chloe says she’d be more than happy to send the file. Chloe kisses Brady and then exits. Brady asks Kristen if that’s necessary. Kristen says no but it’s fun. Brady points out that they are in private now, so he questions what she wants to talk about. Kristen says she wants to talk about them.

Belle informs Shawn that Jake apparently married Ava before he died and he didn’t leave a will, so she inherited all of his DiMera stock. Belle adds that EJ wasn’t pleased. Shawn asks how things are with her and EJ. Belle admits they are awkward but cordial as this was the first time they’d seen each other since she ended things. Belle notes that EJ did ask if she and Shawn were getting back together and she told him the truth that she doesn’t know. Belle tells Shawn that she does know that she loves him and she would like to move back home.

Eric and Jada go to the Brady Pub for their date. Jada mentions it being awkward when Shawn introduced her to his wife and asks if Eric knows her. Eric reveals that Belle is his sister and Shawn is his brother-in-law but unfortunately they are separated. Jada realizes that’s what Shawn meant when he said the marriage was complicated. Eric encourages that Jada will love working with Shawn as he’s a good guy. Eric reminds Jada about working on her living situation and offers to go show her the room upstairs. Jada agrees and says they’ll do business first then have their lunch date after, so Eric goes to get the key from behind the bar.

Nicole watches through the Pub window until Chloe comes by and startles her. When Chloe asks what she was doing, Nicole claims that she was just fixing her makeup. Chloe tells Nicole that she and Brady just had a run-in with Kristen and she left Brady with her as Kristen is asking for the latest files on the Marina project. Chloe asks if Nicole has them which she confirms that she does on her laptop. Chloe asks if Nicole can e-mail the files to her now, so she can go save Brady from Kristen. Nicole agrees to do so and suggests they go in to the Pub together to do it which Chloe agrees to. When Nicole and Chloe enter the Pub, Nicole sees Eric taking Jada upstairs.

Rafe tells Gabi about how he saw Nicole in Eric’s arms and lost it. Rafe says that Eric had just rescued Nicole from a life threatening situation and all he could think was “get your damn hands off of her”. Rafe admits his jealousy didn’t end there because he had to go after the guy who attacked Nicole and that’s when Eric volunteered to take Nicole to the hospital and make sure she got checked out. Rafe didn’t like seeing them together like that and asks Gabi if he’s just being an insecure fool but Gabi says not necessarily.

Dr. Rolf thought he and Li were on the same page that they must do everything possible to revive Stefano’s namesake. Li says he was totally on board at first, but since then, he’s become personally involved with Stefan’s widow which surprises Rolf. Li states that they’ve become pretty close over the last few months and if Gabi suddenly finds her long lost love alive, she’ll go running in to his arms in an instant and he’ll be left out in the cold. Li declares that he is not about to let that happen. Rolf asks what he is suggesting. Li tells Dr. Rolf that he needs their patient to have an unexpected setback. Rolf questions if he’s asking him to pull the plug on Stefan.

Eric brings Jada to her room above the Pub. He notes that it’s nothing fancy but the rent is reasonable. Eric offers to throw in a family discount as well. Jada asks which room is Eric’s. He says he’s literally right down the hall, so she can call if she needs anything. Jada asks if that won’t be an issue, joking what if their date is a disaster. Eric assures they will be fine. Jada asks if she can change the artwork on the walls which Eric says is no problem. Jada then asks how soon she can move in. Eric hands her the keys.

Chloe and Nicole sit together at the Pub. Nicole says she can’t believe this. Chloe thinks she’s talking about Kristen but Nicole says she’s talking about Eric as he’s on a date with the new detective Jada Hunter. Chloe asks what the problem is. Nicole points out that they just went upstairs on their first date. Chloe questions Nicole thinking they are having sex and points out that Eric is not the type of guy to jump in bed with someone he just met. Nicole points out that he just got out of the priesthood. Chloe asks what’s it to her if she was right, since Nicole is married to Rafe.

Gabi tells Rafe that she’s not saying he has anything to worry about but it’s only natural to feel a little threatened by Eric since he and Nicole were each others’ first loves and they obviously have a strong bond that could never be broken. Rafe complains about that but Gabi points out that Nicole and Eric had their shot at happily ever after and it ended in divorce. Rafe admits he would feel so much better if Eric was still a priest and living halfway around the world. Gabi tells Rafe not to sell himself short as he’s a catch too and any woman would be lucky to have him . Gabi states that Nicole made a very smart choice as she hugs Rafe.

Dr. Rolf complains that this is Stefano DiMera’s son, so he refuses to end Stefan’s life and he won’t let Li do it either. Rolf threatens to fight him over it but Li tells him to relax because he’s no killer. Li says he’s merely asking Rolf to slow down Stefan’s recovery. Li says he can bring him back to life eventually, just not today, because he needs more time to strategize how to deal with Stefan’s return, both personally and professionally. Dr. Rolf asks about Kristen since he told her to expect Stefan’s resurrection in a couple hours. Li responds that science is tricky and tells him to just tell Kristen that he made a slight miscalculation. Dr. Rolf argues that he never miscalculates. Li doesn’t care what he tells Kristen, but declares that until he says otherwise, Stefan DiMera remains on ice.

Brady tells Kristen that there is no them so the conversation is over. Kristen argues that whether he likes it or not, there will always be a them because they share a child and she’s waited long enough to see her, so it’s time that Brady brings Rachel back from California. Brady argues that Rachel is having a really good time there with Tate and Theresa. Kristen complains about Theresa and calls it not fair that she’s finally free but still can’t see her daughter. Kristen says she misses her little girl and she knows Rachel misses her too. Brady gives in and agrees to bring Rachel home, but says he’s not about to start taking demands from her about her since he still has full custody. Brady acknowledges that Kristen has always been a good mother to her, so he may be willing to re-examine their custody arrangement and give her shared custody under the condition that she resign from Basic Black and leave he and Chloe alone.

Shawn is surprised that Belle wants to move back home. Belle explains that she knows he’s hurting, so she wants to be there for him and thought they could work on their marriage. Belle adds that she’s not expecting things to just go back to the way they were and offers to sleep in Claire’s room at first. Shawn says that at least she will be home and they’ll be under the same roof again. Belle thinks it’s a good place to start and Shawn agrees.

Nicole tells Chloe that she still cares about Eric and doesn’t want him to get hurt. Chloe questions thinking Jada is going to break Eric’s heart already when they just met. Nicole agrees that he barely knows her. Chloe makes jokes, so Nicole says she’s not helping at all. Eric and Jada come back downstairs. Chloe jokes that it must have been pretty quick. Eric and Jada go over and greet them. Eric introduces Jada to Chloe. Chloe recognizes seeing Jada around the Salem Inn. Jada confirms that’s where she had been staying while Eric informs that she’ll be renting a room upstairs now and he just finished giving her the tour. Chloe says that’s nice while looking at Nicole. Jada tells Chloe that she hopes to see her again sometime outside the Salem Inn. Eric and Jada then exit. Chloe comments that Jada seems lovely and points out to Nicole that they weren’t having sex. Nicole then remarks that they are just living together.

Dr. Rolf questions how long Li wants him to keep Stefan sedated. Li says they’ll have to play it by ear for now because things at DiMera have been a little chaotic over the past few years. Li wants to make sure Stefan’s return has the desired impact as it’s supposed to be good for the company and his relationship with Gabi. Dr. Rolf remarks that he never liked Gabi. Li says he’s aware as he nearly got Gabi thrown in prison a few years ago after purposely giving her the wrong drug for Jake. Dr. Rolf admits he enjoyed playing mind games with Gabi. Rolf adds that he never comprehended what Stefan saw in Gabi and that she wasn’t right for him. Li agrees with that and calls it all the more reason to go along with his plan. Li declares that after he solidifies his relationship with Gabi, she will want nothing to do with Stefan. Dr. Rolf says he has no problem giving Stefan more time to heal, but he’s not the one pushing and he doesn’t like the idea of lying to Kristen because she scares him. Li acknowledges that Kristen is a wildcard, but assures him that he is the one Rolf should be afraid of.

Kristen questions Brady using their daughter as leverage against her. Brady argues that she forced his hand. Brady doesn’t want to negotiate with her like this, but she decided to insinuate herself in to his work place. Kristen argues that she has to make a living. Brady complains that she just wants to torment he and Chloe and he’s not going to sit around and let her harass the woman he loves. Brady declares that if Kristen wants custody of her daughter, she will quit. Kristen laughs and admits she’s impressed as that was a gutsy move and something she would do, which she respects. Brady asks if they have a deal then, but Kristen says no and tells him to take his deal and shove it.

Shawn tells Belle that he’s really happy that she can come back home and he thinks it’s best that they take it slowly. Belle is glad they are on the same page. Belle adds that for months she thought Jan’s baby was the source of all their problems and admits there were times that she wished the baby wasn’t part of their lives, but she never wanted Shawn to lose him like that. Shawn thanks her and says he appreciates that.

Nicole goes to see Rafe in his office. Rafe calls it a nice surprise. Nicole says she was missing her husband and wanted to come say hi. Rafe informs Nicole that he met Gabi’s new man, Li Shin and asks about Nicole working with him. Nicole says he’s attended a few Basic Black meetings and seems like a good guy. Rafe hopes she’s not upset, but he did invite them over for dinner sometime soon. Nicole says that sounds good. Rafe asks how her morning is going. Nicole claims it’s pretty good with nothing unusual…

Eric and Jada go to the Bistro for their date. Jada comments to Eric that it’s nice that he and his ex-wife get along so well compared to it being total drama for her and her ex. Eric asks about her being married. Jada confirms she was for several years. Eric asks what happened. Jada explains that they were both very career driven and saw each other less and less. Jada says when they were together, all they did was argue.

Brady can’t believe Kristen was willing to give up custody of her daughter out of sheer pettiness. Kristen asks who says she’s willing to give up custody. Kristen explains that now that she has a full pardon from the Governor, she planned to open up their arrangement anyway since any decent lawyer should be able to get her shared custody now that her record is wiped clean. Brady says he will fight it. Kristen tells him that he will lose. Kristen refuses to quit her job, especially now that she needs to provide for Rachel. Brady guesses he’ll see her in court then. Kristen says she’s looking forward to it and tells him to let her know when Rachel is back in town. Kristen then exits.

Belle tells Shawn that she will bring her things over after work. Shawn says he will make dinner. Belle suggests they sit outside and eat as she missed her garden. Shawn calls that perfect as Belle says she’ll see him tonight and then she exits the station.

Eric and Jada toast to new beginnings.

Chloe returns to Brady and asks how things went with Kristen. Brady responds he tried to get her to quit but she didn’t go for it. Chloe guesses things are never going to be easy with Kristen. Brady says he may have lost this round, but promises to never let Kristen come between them. Brady then kisses Chloe.

Kristen returns to Dr. Rolf’s lab and asks if he’s ready to wake Stefan up. Rolf claims he’s been monitoring Stefan’s vitals and his numbers aren’t where he’d like them to be, so he thinks they should wait. Kristen questions for how long. Rolf says it could be awhile. Kristen doesn’t like what she is hearing. Rolf encourages that the Phoenix will still rise from the ashes, but only when the time is right.

Li returns to his room at the Salem Inn where Gabi has decorated. Li comments that she’s making herself at home and he loves it as they kiss. Li is glad he got to meet her brother today and is sorry he had to run. Gabi says Rafe is very serious about them having dinner together. Li asks if Gabi is okay taking that step. Gabi asks why she wouldn’t be. Li tells Gabi that he’s all in, but he wasn’t sure if she was. Gabi responds that she’s given it a lot of thought and she wants to see where this relationship can go. Li tells her that she has no idea how happy he is to hear that as they hug.

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Shawn goes to the police station and meets Jada. Shawn welcomes her to the police department. Jada mentions knowing they were short staffed since Eli and Lani left. Jada asks what Shawn is doing here since she thought he had a couple more weeks of paternity leave with the baby at home. Shawn reveals that it turned out the baby wasn’t his.

Belle works on her computer at John and Marlena’s. Brady brings her a cup of coffee and comments on her not moving from that spot since she’s been up and asks if she’s almost finished with what she’s working on. Belle says not really as ever since Jake died, DiMera Enterprises is in complete turmoil…

Li Shin wakes up in bed as Gabi is pacing in the room. Li questions what’s on her mind. Gabi says it’s Ava. Li acknowledges that Ava dropped quite a bombshell last night by moving in to the DiMera Mansion. Gabi doesn’t like it one bit.

EJ sits in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and tells the portrait of Stefano that this is hardly the first time they’ve had to pick up the pieces after one of his children married an unsuitable partner. EJ complains that Stefan’s marriage to Gabi set them up with problems for years while Jake’s union with Ava could prove even worse. EJ assures that he will make this work to their advantage. EJ declares that Stefano can count on him to keep the family and company together. EJ wonders what’s keeping Ava and hopes she hasn’t decided not to move in. The doorbell then rings, so EJ decides it’s showtime.

Kristen joins Dr. Rolf in his lab. Kristen questions where Jake’s body went and if he performed the procedure. Dr. Rolf confirms that he removed Jake’s heart and transplanted it in to Stefan’s body. Kristen then asks if something went wrong.

EJ brings Ava in to the living room. EJ says she should’ve called to tell him that she was ready so he could have sent someone for her things. Ava responds that she likes to travel light. Ava comments on things looking different since the last time she lived here as John’s guest. EJ trusts her experience this time will be better. EJ states that Ava is his brother’s widow which makes her family and means she’s entitled to the full DiMera experience. EJ tells her that while she stays here, her wish is Harold’s command as her comfort is his top priority. Ava thinks he’s laying it on thick as they both know why he invited her to live here. Ava remarks that he’s keeping her close and keeping Jake’s shares closer until he gets rid of her so that he can take them over for himself.

Li questions Gabi not trusting Ava. Gabi talks about being afraid that Ava would poison her while she lived with Rafe. Li acknowledges that Ava has a colorful past. Gabi calls Ava a straight up killer and a mob boss. Li brings up that Ava has claimed to have reformed. Gabi worries that Ava is probably thinking of the best way to stab her in the back. Li questions why she would do that when Gabi holds all the cards and could reveal the truth that Ava didn’t marry Jake. Gabi wonders if Ava is smart and stable enough to realize that. Li assures that Ava is ambitious and remarks that Gabi knows the power that comes with being a DiMera widow.

Kristen questions if Dr. Rolf is telling her that both her brothers are dead now. He tells her to relax and assures he has everything under control. She questions what that means. Dr. Rolf responds that he returned Jake’s body to the morgue and no one will ever know his heart is missing while his remains will be in the DiMera Crypt. Kristen asks about Stefan so Dr. Rolf pulls back the curtain, revealing Stefan in his hospital bed and declares that Jake’s heart now beats in Stefan’s chest.

Brady asks Belle if all her working isn’t just to get her mind off the whole scenario with Jan’s baby. Belle questions Brady knowing about that. Brady confirms that Marlena told him the baby isn’t Shawn’s and asks what this means in regards to Belle and Shawn. Belle responds that Shawn came to her yesterday, helping she could stop Evan from taking the baby but he had a court order and paternity tests. Brady asks if Shawn just had to hand the baby over to that lunatic. Belle confirms that she was there and it was just as awful as he would imagine since Shawn had no warning or time to prepare. Brady knows that Shawn was really starting to bond with that baby. Belle states that Evan is now on his way to New Zealand with the baby and Shawn may never see him again, so she could see that Shawn’s heart was broken.

Shawn informs Jada that the baby’s father just showed up, took the baby, and left. Jada asks if Shawn needs more time off. Shawn assures that staying busy is the best thing for him. Jada relates to that. Shawn asks how her first week has been. Jada says they threw her in to the deep end as she came across an armed robbery the other day and had to discharge her weapon and the perp didn’t survive. Shawn apologizes as he didn’t know. Jada says she had no choice. Shawn knows taking a life is never easy even if it’s justified. Shawn asks if Jada doesn’t need a few days off. Jada assures that she will deal with what happened and keep moving forward. Rafe steps in and adds that Jada didn’t tell Shawn that she’s a hero for what she did that day because she saved Ava’s life.

EJ claims to Ava that his only goal is to protect his family and Gabi is a threat which is why he needs Ava to vote Gabi out at the next shareholders meeting. Ava appreciates him letting her stay here but she can’t promise him her vote. EJ questions why not. Ava says she knows that Jake was on Gabi’s side and she wants to honor his wishes. EJ argues that Jake had a complicated relationship wtih Gabi at best, so she doesn’t owe her. Ava then reveals that Gabi also offered her a job at DiMera. EJ calls that clever of her and notes that he would offer her the same thing if he became CEO. EJ tells Ava to think about it and promises not to rush her. EJ offers to show Ava to her room.

Gabi tells Li that her gut tells her that Ava moving in to the DiMera Mansion is not good news for her. Li asks if she thinks they are going to form some sort of partnership against her. Gabi argues that EJ doesn’t do anything that doesn’t further his own cause. Li suggests using the situation to her advantage by using her leverage over Ava to make her keep an eye on EJ for her. Gabi questions trusting Ava to tell her the truth. Li asks what choice she has since if Ava crosses her, Gabi will blow the truth about her and Jake’s fake marriage. Gabi agrees that nothing earns loyalty like a little blackmail. Li believes Ava will do ask she is asked. Gabi hopes he’s right. Li then asks if Gabi will do as she is asked when he asks her to come back to bed with him as they start kissing.

Rafe has no doubt that if Jada hadn’t fired her gun when she did, Ava Vitali would be dead right now. Shawn credits Jada’s quick thinking. Jada says she was just doing her training. Rafe assures that he saw her in action and they are lucky to have her on the force. Shawn is excited to work with her. Jada thanks him and mentions hearing a lot of good things about him too. Rafe calls Shawn one of the best detectives they have. Rafe tells Shawn that he’s glad he’s back because they could use the man power on the force right now. Shawn notes the heavy case load. Rafe suggests Jada and Shawn could work together and asks what they think about being partners.

Belle tells Brady that she was with Shawn after Evan took the baby and she didn’t know what to say as she could see he was hurting, but this baby is the reason their marriage fell apart. Brady points out that Jan was the reason. Belle says it’s not that she doesn’t feel for what he’s going through .Brady asks if there’s a chance they will get back together since there’s no baby in the way now. Belle decides she should get back to DiMera. Brady accuses her of avoiding. Belle then leaves as Chloe arrives. Chloe comments on her being in a hurry. Brady jokes that Belle got tired of answering his questions about her and Shawn. Chloe asks if she’s okay. Brady assures that she will be. Brady guesses Chloe is here because she’s wondering why he’s not at work. Brady insists that he won’t leave her alone at the office with Kristen, so if she’s ready to go, he’s ready. Chloe then reveals that she’s already been to the office and there was no sign of Kristen.

Dr. Rolf repeats to Kristen that he performed the transfer so Stefan’s heart is beating and he’s breathing on his own. Kristen asks if the surgery was a success then. Dr. Rolf says yes, but…

Li and Gabi lay in bed after having sex. Gabi comments on being more relaxed thanks to him. Li asks if this means she’s feeling better about the situation at DiMera. Gabi decides she has nothing to worry about since she’s the one holding the cards. Li declares that as long as Ava is in her control, there’s no way that EJ can ever bring her down. Gabi likes the way he thinks. Li responds that he likes the way she does everything. Li kisses her and decides to go take a shower.

EJ shows Ava to her bedroom but Ava identifies it as the room that Abigail was murdered in, which EJ confirms. Ava questions him wanting to sleep in the bed where Abigail was murdered. EJ comments that she doesn’t strike him as the superstitious type. Ava argues that it’s not superstition, it’s just grim. EJ calls it one of the loveliest rooms in the house. Ava asks what Chad would think. EJ tells her that Chad doesn’t live here anymore and the staff will help make it her own. EJ jokingly asks what are the odds that a second beautiful woman would be killed in here. EJ says if it’s important for her to feel safe, that should make her feel better. EJ then exits the room. EJ heads downstairs where he finds Belle waiting in the living room.

Shawn questions Rafe wanting he and Jada to be partners. Jada points out that they just met five minutes ago. Rafe notes how well they are already getting along. Rafe comments that Shawn has been a lone wolf for quite awhile now and he thinks Jada would benefit heavily from somebody who knows the town so well. Rafe asks what they say. Shawn and Jada agree that it sounds good. Rafe then pronounces them partners, so they shake hands.

Chloe tells Brady that she finds it weird that Kristen made this dramatic declaration about how they answer to her now and she’s going to make her life hell, but ever since then, there’s been nothing. Chloe asks if Brady has heard from her. Brady says he hasn’t heard a word. Chloe adds that Kristen made it a point that sticking it to her and worming her way back in to Brady’s life was the only reason she came back. Chloe questions why she would suddenly step away. Brady suggests maybe something more important came up…

Kristen questions why Dr. Rolf is being so cryptic about the surgery and asks if there’s a problem. Dr. Rolf responds that Stefan’s heart is functioning but they don’t know how complete his recovery will be until he wakes up. Kristen asks if he will wake up. Dr. Rolf hopes that will be the case and soon he’ll be the Stefan she remembers. Kristen then orders Dr. Rolf to wake Stefan up now.

Brady tells Chloe that maybe Kristen is just caught back up in the DiMera family drama since her brother just died. Chloe points out that Kristen barely knew Jake. Brady says every time a DiMera dies, there’s a mad scramble for the influence and stock that was left behind. They wonder if Kristen is trying to take back power at DiMera. Brady says even though Kristen wasn’t close with Jake, he bets she has strong feelings about him being shot in cold blood. Chloe feels Kristen would be too wrapped up in her own obsessions to care about her dead brother.

Kristen asks Dr. Rolf what he’s waiting for and orders him to wake Stefan up. Dr. Rolf argues that they can’t rush this and he needs to give him more time before bringing him back to consciousness. Kristen argues that he’s been resting for years. Dr. Rolf says there are a number of unknowns as there’s possible brain damage and they don’t know how easily Stefan’s body will accept the new organ. Kristen points out that Dr. Rolf was awfully confident before the procedure. Dr. Rolf says they just need to let the heart get settled in it’s new home. Dr. Rolf argues that 48 hours ago, she didn’t even know Stefan was alive so he’s on top of the situation and it doesn’t help to have her pressuring him. Dr. Rolf asks if she doesn’t have other things to do, reminding her that she’s in charge of Basic Black and she’s trying to get Chloe out of Brady’s life. Kristen questions him suddenly being interested in her love life. Dr. Rolf responds that he’s interested in doing what’s best for the DiMera legacy. Dr. Rolf tells Kristen to focus on what she can control and let him do his job. Kristen complains that her brother is hanging in the balance, so she needs to know if she can trust him.

Ava gets a call from Gabi, who asks how her new home is. Ava informs her that EJ put her in Abigail and Chad’s room. Gabi suggests that if she doesn’t like living there, she should just move out and get a room at the Salem Inn. Ava says she’s trying to put down roots here and this is Jake’s family home, so it is hers now too. Gabi reminds Ava that Jake was not her husband and that’s not her family. Ava asks if this is where Gabi starts turning the screws again. Gabi argues that Ava is already on her side, no matter how much EJ tries to win her over with the family nonsense. Ava comments that Gabi sounds paranoid. Gabi warns Ava that if she stabs her in the back, she will tell EJ that her marriage to Jake is a fraud. Ava says she knows, so Gabi says they understand each other. Ava asks about the job that she promised her and the seat on the board. Gabi informs her that Li won’t agree to a seat on the board, so Ava says she’ll just take the job. Gabi agrees to talk to him. Ava warns that she better. Gabi wants to make sure that she finds the best position for her to succeed. Ava repeats that she better as she hangs up.

Rafe tells Shawn and Jada that he’ll let them get better acquainted. Rafe adds that there a lot of cases to solve but right now, Abigail DiMera’s murder is their top priority. Shawn assures that they are on it as Rafe exits. Shawn asks Jada what brought her to Salem. Jada explains that her father lived here and told her good and bad things but overall he said it was a good community. Shawn is surprised to learn that Marcus Hunter was her dad. Shawn talks about how Marcus was friends with his dad and he used to hang out with Marcus and Steve when he was a kid. Shawn calls him a good man and says he’s sorry he died. Shawn thinks he has pictures of them all fishing and says he will show them to her at some point. Jada suggests they get back to work. Shawn asks her to catch him up on where they stand on the Abigail DiMera case. When Shawn picks up the case file, Jada notices his wedding ring and questions him being married, noting that when he talked about the child that wasn’t his, he didn’t mention his wife. Shawn calls it complicated.

Belle tells EJ that she pulled together all the paper work that he requested as quickly as she could. EJ stops her and says before they talk business, he’s been thinking about her a lot since she decided to end things. EJ wonders how she is. Belle says she’s fine and just working a lot. EJ asks about her and Shawn. Belle says in a crazy turn of events, she just learned that Jan’s baby was never Shawn’s which surprises EJ. Belle adds that Jan was just trying to trap Shawn as usual. EJ questions Shawn, a detective, falling for a scam like that but he knows it must have been hard for Shawn to hear the truth which Belle confirms. EJ asks if this revelation removed the stumbling blocks between them and if they are getting back together. Belle admits she doesn’t know. Belle then says she’d just like to get back to business. EJ asks if she’s determined whether or not Jake had a will. Belle says she looked everywhere and couldn’t find one. Ava walks in and remarks that he must be so disappointed.

Chloe complains that she hates waiting for the other shoe to drop with Kristen. Brady tells her not to give her another thought and pretend she doesn’t exist then. Chloe mocks that being easy. Brady offers to help her and jokes that there will be a penalty every time she says Kristen. Chloe feels it will be impossible to go an entire day without mentioning Kristen. Brady kisses her and says that’s her penalty that will happen every time she says Kristen. Brady and Chloe then continue kissing. Chloe stops to ask if anyone else is home. Brady says no and suggests they take this to his room and take the rest of the day off.

Dr. Rolf tells Kristen that her father trusted him with his life, so she can do the same. Kristen argues that she doesn’t know with him and asks what if this is a new experiment and he’s using both her brothers as guinea pigs. Dr. Rolf admits his research has given him purpose since losing Stefano but declares that the most important task of his life is to carry out the visions of the man he devoted his life to serving. Kristen questions him doing this in Stefano’s name. Dr. Rolf insists that Stefano would’ve wanted him to save his son and namesake, so that’s what he intends to do. Kristen declares that no one will know that Stefan is alive until the time is right. Dr. Rolf tells her that Stefan will be woken up in a couple hours. Kristen tells him to let her know if anything changes and she’ll be back. He questions where she is going. Kristen responds that she has something she has to take care of as she then exits.

Rafe shows up at Gabi’s room at the Salem Inn and says he was in the neighborhood so he thought he’d deliver her mail. Gabi invites him in and notes that it’s a lot of mail. Rafe points out that’s because she hasn’t been home in weeks since she’s been shacking up with this Shin dude since Arianna went back to camp. Li then comes out of the bathroom and says he wouldn’t call it shacking up. Gabi introduces Li to Rafe. They say it’s nice to meet each other. Li wishes he could spend a little more time getting to know Gabi’s brother but he was on his way out. Rafe suggests they set something up soon as he and his wife would love to have him over for dinner. Li says it was great to finally meet him. Li kisses Gabi and then exits. Rafe asks how Gabi is doing. Gabi says she’s good. Gabi admits she loved Jake so it’s very sad that he died but they obviously moved on. Rafe mentions hearing that Jake married Ava which surprised him. Gabi claims it surprised her too.

EJ tells Ava that he’s not disappointed that Jake didn’t have a will and that he just consulted with Belle to make sure Jake’s final wishes were carried out. Ava asks what happens to Jake’s shares if there’s no will or obvious heir. Belle confirms everything goes to the spouse which EJ points out is Ava. Ava is sure that’s what Jake would’ve wanted. Belle is glad she ran in to Ava and hands her a document that formalizes the transfer of Jake’s stock to Ava, his widow. Ava then signs the document. Belle notes that she signed it as Ava DiMera and questions her changing her name. Ava responds that she wanted to take her husband’s name to honor his memory which EJ rolls his eyes at. Ava asks if there’s anything else. Belle hands her the stock certificates and advises putting them somewhere safe. Belle adds that she’s sorry for her loss. EJ thanks Belle for stopping by and tells her to take care as Belle then exits the mansion. EJ offers to put Ava’s certificates in the safe for her. Ava says she appreciates that but decides to hold onto them as she then heads upstairs, frustrating EJ.

Jada promises Shawn that she won’t pry anymore and says she shouldn’t have been asking questions about his personal life. Shawn says they are partners so they will be learning a lot about each other. Belle then arrives and greets Shawn, asking if she’s interrupting. Shawn says no and introduces Belle to his new partner, Jada.

Chloe tells Brady that she would love to just say screw work but they do have important business to take care of today. They kiss and agree to go back to work. They go to leave right as Kristen arrives at the door.

EJ opens a bottle of champagne as Ava returns to the living room. EJ pours her a glass so she asks what they are celebrating. EJ says he just wanted to say welcome to her new home and he hopes she’ll be very happy here. Ava responds that she’s sure she will be.

Rafe comments on Gabi moving on and questions what the story is with her and Li, asking if it’s serious. Gabi responds that she likes him and the feeling is definitely mutual. Rafe says it’s good that he makes her happy. Gabi says they have no expectations and are just seeing where it goes. Rafe points out that she’s basically living with him. Gabi wouldn’t go that far and says they are just spending time together. Rafe asks if Gabi loves him. Gabi questions if this is a police interrogation. Rafe argues that her big brother is allowed to ask questions. Gabi admits they haven’t said I love you yet. Rafe asks if she does love him. Gabi responds that she likes him, but the last time she was in love, it didn’t end well so she’s not sure that’s something she is looking for. Rafe understands she’s afraid of getting hurt again. Gabi says it’s not about getting hurt but that Stefan was the great love of her life, so she doesn’t think anybody could take his place.

Dr. Rolf looks over Stefan and hears the door, so he calls out that he told Kristen he has everything under control. Rolf is then shocked when it’s Li Shin entering his lab, who declares that he’s not Kristen.

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At the Kiriakis Mansion, Maggie goes to Alex’s room to invite him to come eat dinner, but finds him in bed with a woman.

Johnny stands in the town square, staring at Sweet Bits Bakery. Paulina approaches him and informs him that she’s sorry, but Chanel is gone for the day and she’s taken her sweet bits with her.

Allie puts her son Henry to sleep and then joins Chanel on the couch with wine. Allie informs her that they can now be together, uninterrupted, until morning. Allie and Chanel then kiss.

Xander and Sarah go to Gwen’s hotel room. They plan out what to do as Xander then picks the lock and they break in to Gwen’s room. They begin searching the room. Sarah doesn’t think Gwen would hide it somewhere obvious but Xander finds the mask in her bag. Sarah declares that they’ve got her, but then they hear keys at the door as Gwen has come home. Sarah and Xander hide as Gwen enters. Gwen goes to her bag, pulls out the mask, and declares that she has to get rid of it. Gwen then takes the mask and exits. Xander and Sarah come out from hiding in the bathroom. Sarah notes that was close and is thankful she’s not onto them. Xander responds that they are on to her.

Gwen goes to the docks towards a dumpster. Gwen states that now that Sarah has an alibi, the mask has to disappear so no one finds out what she did.

Allie and Chanel continue kissing. Allie asks if this is really happening that Chanel picked her. Chanel assures that she did and that they are in this together as Allie picked her too. Allie agrees and calls it great, but she can’t help thinking about Johnny as she feels so bad since he thought he was the one. Chanel admits that the last thing she wanted to do was hurt him, but someone was going to get hurt. They think back to Chanel making her decision. Chanel gets that Johnny is her brother and it’s sweet that she cares about him. Chanel asks if they are really going to let that ruin their night. Allie promises nothing will ruin their night. Allie and Chanel start kissing until they are interrupted by Lucas showing up at the door.

Johnny sits with Paulina and says he just can’t believe that Chanel chose Allie. Paulina gives him a drink and suggests it might help. Johnny complains that he wants a do over or another shot as this can’t be how it ends. Paulina knows it hurts but it wasn’t in the cards. Johnny asks if he’s just supposed to give up. Johnny reminds Paulina that she told him herself that she wanted him to end up with Chanel and asks if she meant that. Paulina assures that she meant it and the only issues she had with him were when the Devil was making his choices for him. Paulina sincerely believes Johnny could make Chanel very happy. Johnny suggests they do something about it then. Johnny says they both want him with Chanel so he wants to figure out a way to make that happen.

Maggie apologizes to Alex for barging in on him like that as he just got back to town so she didn’t realize he had time to make friends. Alex says he’s a people person but gets the girl’s name wrong as she introduces herself as Lisa. Lisa mentions having an art class to go teach. She gives Alex her number and exits. Maggie comments that she was very nice and outgoing but questions the low standards since Alex called her the wrong name but she still wants to see him again. Alex remarks that he’s just good at what he does. Maggie decides to leave and let Alex finish getting dressed.

Allie questions what Lucas is doing there as she thought he’d be in jail. Lucas responds that they didn’t have enough evidence to hold him in connection to Abigail’s murder, so he’s out on bail. Allie asks what about kidnapping Sami and if that’s not a serious enough crime. Chanel encourages Allie to let Lucas in but Allie argues that it’s their night. Lucas apologizes to Chanel. Chanel tells Allie that she will go back to the Bakery. Allie reminds her that she closed it. Chanel says she will open it back up so Allie can talk to Lucas and make herself better. Chanel suggests Allie not take the fact that she has a dad for granted. Chanel adds that they might not work it all out tonight but she has to start somewhere. Allie says not tonight when it’s their night. Chanel assures they will have a million more and kisses her goodbye as she then exits. Lucas tells Allie that it’s her call as he will go if she wants him to.

Paulina tells Johnny that Allie is with Chanel now and it’s done. Johnny argues that it’s not set in stone and Chanel just needs to see that she made the wrong decision which is where Paulina comes in. Paulina asks what she’s supposed to do about it. Johnny says Paulina has influence over Chanel. Paulina says not when Chanel sets her mind to something and if she tried to change her mind about Allie, she would lose whatever influence she does have over her. Johnny knows she can’t just go tell Chanel that she made the wrong decision which is why they need a plan, for Chanel’s sake. Paulina doesn’t like the word plan as it sounds underhanded and manipulative. Johnny says it’s not about the route but the destination and asks Paulina to help him get there. Johnny asks her to let him make Chanel truly happy.

Maggie goes to the living room and tells Victor that Alex having a woman over is no big deal while Victor complains that he snuck a woman in to his room and had his way with her with no decency. Maggie finds it hilarious when Victor attempts moral outrage. Alex walks in and remarks that not everyone is as accepting as Maggie is, joking that she accepts Victor. Maggie decides to go check with Cook about dinner. Victor comments that Alex reminds him of Justin at his age which is not a compliment. Victor orders Alex to sit down and questions what the hell he’s doing with his life.

Sarah tells Xander that even though Gwen didn’t see them, she did take off with the mask which is the only proof that she was the one that Lucas saw at the DiMera Mansion on the night of Abigail’s murder. Xander decides they have to make sure that Gwen doesn’t have the chance to get rid of the mask, so they rush out of the room together.

Gwen tosses the Sarah mask into the dumpster and walks away.

Gwen returns to her hotel room and questions why she didn’t just do that at night. Leo then shows up at her door with a bag of food.

Xander and Sarah trace Gwen’s steps to the dumpster. Xander complains of the dumpster’s smell. Sarah guesses someone put another load on top and declares that they are going to have to get in there and dig it out which Xander questions. Xander suggests getting a pole or some gas masks. Sarah then jumps in to the dumpster and begins searching for the mask.

Paulina tells Johnny that they can’t hurt Allie and it’s against her better judgment. Johnny says he doesn’t want to hurt Allie either but Paulina says that seems inevitable. Johnny says maybe in the short term, but really they are just freeing her up to meet the true love of her life like he knows Chanel is for him. Chanel appears in the town square and sees Johnny and Paulina sitting together. Johnny tells Paulina that they need to figure out a way to get Chanel away from Allie that’s permanent. Chanel then walks the other way around. Paulina agrees with Johnny and says she can’t take another “which twin” monologue. Johnny suggests setting up a misunderstanding so that Chanel feels betrayed and there’s nothing Allie can say or do to make it better. Paulina feels that seems complicated and suggests not doing anything at all. Chanel then approaches them and questions what they were talking about. Paulina says she was just giving Johnny a shoulder to cry on which Chanel mocks. Paulina calls heartbreak tough. Chanel says especially when you’re trying to inflict it on someone else, like Allie. Paulina tries to say that Chanel misheard but Chanel recites what Johnny’s plan was about setting something up so that she feels betrayed and Allie can’t make it better. Chanel says she half expects something like that from Johnny but argues that Paulina is supposed to have her back instead of plotting against her. Chanel declares that she hates both of them and storms off while Paulina calls after her. Paulina worries about what she has done.

Lucas tells Allie that ever since the night of the wedding, things have been complicated. Lucas doesn’t understand what he did and can’t begin to think of what it’s been like for Allie. Allie calls it a pattern for Lucas to think about her after he’s already done what he knows is wrong, but afterwards, he always feels so sorry. Lucas states that he is sorry but he’s not here to ask for her forgiveness, he’s here to tell her something that he thinks might help her. Allie asks if he didn’t kidnap her mother. Lucas admits he did that but Marlena hypnotized him and he started to remember a lot of things, so he did not kill Abigail and is not a murderer. Lucas confirms that he went to the DiMera Mansion to confront Abigail as he wanted to beg her not to tell Sami that he was the one who kidnapped her, but he never saw Abigail that night. Allie asks about the cut on his hand. Lucas explains that he did it to himself as he went to make himself another drink but sliced his hand, cutting a lemon. Allie questions Lucas not just drinking out of the bottle like every other drunk in the world. Lucas argues that he didn’t understand what he was doing, but he saw Sarah running down the steps and leaving while the police think she may have had the murder weapon. Lucas knows it doesn’t make sense, but the point is that he didn’t kill Abigail. Lucas asks her to tell him that she believes that.

Xander wants Sarah to get out of the dumpster before she gets sick. Sarah argues that someone had to take charge as the mask won’t find itself. Xander feels there has to be a better way. Xander tells her not to make him come in there after her. Sarah concludes that the mask is not in the dumpster and questions where the hell it is.

Gwen asks Leo to go as she’s not in the mood for her company. Leo argues that he’s not company, he’s family. Leo wants Gwen to fill him in on the news about Sarah, guessing the noose is tightening around her neck as they speak. Leo asks Gwen what’s wrong. Gwen says nothing but Leo calls her a liar and tells her to fill him in over their food. Leo then reaches in to the bottom of his bag of food and pulls out the Sarah mask, revealing it’s back. Gwen questions what he’s going to do with that. Leo jokes that he’s going to marry Xander and enjoy the night with him. Leo mentions finding it in the dumpster. Gwen jokes about Leo dumpster diving. Leo tells Gwen to drop the act, revealing he saw her in the alley, panicked. Gwen claims she wasn’t panicked. Leo tells her to save it and questions Gwen having the mask forever and suddenly throwing it away. Leo brings up the last time they were together and how Xander was so down about what was going to happen to Sarah, yet somehow Sarah is still free. Leo mentions something about an alibi and questions just who Lucas saw that night rushing down the stairs as he holds the mask.

Xander tells Sarah that the mask must still be in the dumpster so maybe she missed it. Xander decides if he wants something done right, he must do it himself, so he reluctantly jumps in to the dumpster as Sarah laughs.

Victor tells Alex that Sonny told him that Alex would like to work with him at Titan. Alex says it came up because working with his brothers Vic and Joe wasn’t everything he hoped it would be. Victor asks if that’s because they actually expected him to work. Victor questions what Alex sees himself doing at Titan. Alex asks if Sonny should be in on this conversation. Victor points out that then Sonny would know what they were talking about. Victor questions if Alex wants Sonny to know why he’s really here. Alex says he should’ve known he couldn’t put anything past him.

Lucas asks Allie to just say something. Allie thinks she always knew that he couldn’t kill someone. Lucas thanks her. Allie adds that she doesn’t believe Sarah could either. Lucas admits he doesn’t either. Allie tells Lucas that she doesn’t believe he killed Abigail, but she will never forget or forgive that he kidnapped her mom and now he’s in court trying to get out of it like a coward which she thinks is pathetic.

Paulina catches up to Chanel outside the Brady Pub and asks her to let her explain. Chanel says it’s crystal clear that Paulina doesn’t want her to be with Allie. Chanel declares that she made her choice and she wants to see what she and Allie can be together. Chanel thought Paulina would be happy for her but instead, she’s plotting with Johnny behind her back. Paulina tries to deny it but Chanel says she heard her. Paulina says she was just worried that she hadn’t made the right choice. Chanel takes that to mean she picked the girl, when the right choice to Paulina was the boy and that is what this is really about.

Alex guesses it did cross his mind that working for Sonny would be less taxing than working for Vic and Joe. Victor argues that something a lot more devious than that crossed his mind. Alex argues that Victor can’t possibly think he’s after Sonny’s job since he knows Victor wants him there. Victor states that he put Sonny there and it was the right decision at the time, but as it turns out, he’s had too much of his mother in him. Alex argues that Adrienne was a mother to him too. Victor remarks that Adrienne had no killer instinct and neither does Sonny. Alex guesses Victor is upset about the acquisition of a small company in London that slipped through Sonny’s fingers. Alex mentions Sonny assumed Gabi took it out from under him. Victor comments that Gabi denied it and Sonny believed her. Alex says Gabi is apparently a scheming liar. Victor asks if he would’ve believed her. Alex says it’s hard to say, so Victor guesses he’s trying to protect Sonny. Alex responds that he is his brother. Victor suggests maybe Alex is trying to protect himself which he questions. Victor reveals that he did a little digging and found out that it wasn’t Gabi who scooped up the company, it was Alex.

Lucas tells Allie that he doesn’t want to throw Kate under the bus but it was her idea that he plead not guilty. Allie mentions that Kate told her the same. Lucas says Allie knows then that his plea was based around what happened to Abigail since his memory lapse made it really easy for the police to assume he killed her, so if he plead guilty to kidnapping Sami then they would think he killed Abigail to keep her quiet. Allie responds that she gets it. Allie talks about going to their wedding, thinking it was going to be one of the greatest days ever with her parents getting back together like a dream come true. Lucas knows he turned it in to a real nightmare. Allie declares that on that day, her eyes were really opened as to who he really is.

Paulina complains that Chanel doesn’t understand and explains that she thinks Chanel is better off with Johnny because he’s never hurt her like Allie has when she was all over the place with her feelings and with Tripp. Chanel argues that Allie wasn’t ready to face how she felt but now she has. Paulina points out that Allie also has a lot of baggage with her son. Chanel argues that Henry isn’t baggage and that this is about her making a choice that she’s not comfortable with. Chanel says Paulina wants her in a nice, traditional relationship. Paulina tells her that she’s wrong and insists that she’s open minded. Paulina says they have it hard enough in this country with their skin color so her choice will only make it harder for her. Chanel responds that it’s just one excuse after another while Paulina would never run away from her choice that she felt deep in her heat and she would hate it if she did. Chanel asks Paulina to just tell her the truth.

Xander gets out of the dumpster and says he can’t believe this but he’s not giving up. Xander argues that they know Gwen was at the mansion on the night of the murder. Sarah points out that they have no proof. Xander guesses they have to go to the cops and tell them what they know. Sarah responds that the one problem is Gwen.

Gwen tells Leo that this is ridiculous. Leo says he knows her too well and he saw the panic in her eyes when he pulled the mask out of the bag, so they both know this is about more than just the mask. Gwen pulls out a bottle of vodka. Leo brings up Gwen’s motive and her missing hours in prison as disappearing gives opportunity and the Sarah mask is means. Leo warns her about the case against her. Leo says that he is her friend and asks her to tell him what happened that night.

Victor tells Alex that he was right that he can’t put anything past him. Alex calls it a lesson learned and admits he knew Sonny was out to buy the company, so he formed an LLC and bought the company out for a lesser price than what Sonny was going to pay. Victor questions Alex then moving here and guesses he is after Sonny’s job. Alex swears that he was trying to help Sonny out because he realized Sonny was about to be taken and saved him from falling into a trap. Alex assures that he has no interest in the company as his plan was to flip it back to Titan at Sonny’s original terms that he should’ve been able to get from the beginning and he was only trying to help. Victor remarks that it sounds like he thought of everything.

Paulina admits that she wanted Chanel with a boy and she was being selfish. Paulina says she told herself that she was thinking of Chanel but she was trying to make Chanel fulfill her own dream with a wedding and lots of babies which she calls too much to give up. Chanel assures that she wants all those things too but Paulina is holding onto old ideas since she can have all those things with Allie. Chanel wants Paulina in her corner but she needs her to help her, not fight her. Chanel says right now, Allie is with her dad and may be on the verge of losing him. Chanel declares that she doesn’t want to lose her mother. Paulina promises that she won’t and hugs her.

Allie guesses it’s inevitable as every kid has the day where they don’t see their parent the same anymore and see that he’s human and makes mistakes. Allie argues that Lucas set himself up to be the hero of Sami’s life when he was the one who made her suffer. Allie doesn’t understand it or him and it breaks her heart. Lucas asks how to make it up to her. Allie says that’s not how it works as it’s not up to her. Allie tells him that he has to show her that it’s possible for things to be different.

Lucas doesn’t see a problem with telling the cops it was possible that Gwen was at the DiMera Mansion that night, disguised as Sarah. Sarah argues that they would have motive but no mask means no means and Gwen being locked up in prison means no opportunity. Sarah adds that it would just let Gwen know that they are onto her while right now, she thinks that the mask is gone for good so they have to keep it that way to nail her.

Leo questions Gwen about what happened that night. Gwen claims there’s nothing to say or tell. Leo says he’ll just take the mask back to where he found it then and pretend he never saw it. Gwen takes the mask from him and says she would prefer if he just let her handle it on her own. Leo then exits the room. Gwen finishes her drink while looking at the mask.

Xander and Sarah go home and shower after their dumpster experience. Xander says he’s never felt like he needed one more and apologizes for making Sarah jump in the dumpster first. Sarah says he more than made up for it in the shower as they kiss. They decide that tomorrow they go to prison to get proof that Gwen got out on the night that Abigail was murdered. Xander encourages that they are going to get Sarah out of this together and Gwen will never see them coming.

Alex tells Victor that he does not want Sonny to know about this. Victor says to imagine if he told him what Alex is really doing here. Alex says to imagine what it would do to Sonny. Victor brings up what it would do to Alex and warns that no one in the family would ever trust him again. Alex asks what Victor is going to do. Victor says he will do nothing and maintain the status quo. Victor decides that Alex will work under Sonny but report to him. Alex realizes he has no choice. Victor adds that this little arrangement could be what Alex wanted from the very beginning.

Paulina returns to the town square where Johnny asks if she was able to talk Chanel down and argues that they can still salvage this. Johnny says Chanel hearing them doesn’t mean it can’t still work. Paulina declares that it’s not going to work because they’re not going to do it. Paulina states that she said she wanted Chanel to be happy and that means being with Allie.

Chanel returns to Allie’s and asks how it went with Lucas. Allie says they talked and she told him that he would have to show her that things would be different, so he made a decision…

Lucas walks past the Brady Pub and calls his lawyer, saying they need to have a meeting about his defense because he wants to change his plea in the kidnapping case back to guilty.

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Update written by Joseph

Abe joins Paulina in the town square. Paulina orders him a martini. Abe jokingly asks if she’s trying to get him drunk. Paulina says that’s exactly what she is trying to do.

Chad sits at the bar of the Brady Pub, drinking. His phone rings with a call from Sarah but he ignores it and continues drinking. Chad calls for another drink. Eric comes out and comments that Chad has had enough.

Sarah is at the Kiriakis Mansion, leaving a voicemail for Chad to call her back as it’s important. Sarah hangs up as Sonny walks in and calls it a surprise to see her. Sarah says she just came to tell Maggie some good news. Sonny comments that it’s been awhile since he heard any good news, so he asks what it is. Sarah informs him that there’s been a break in the case.

Rafe and Jada work at the police station. Rafe gives Nicole’s statement to Jada, noting he got it from her at home this morning. Jada asks how Nicole is doing. Rafe says she’s doing better with the pain but she hates the crutches. Jada talks about going over Abigail’s file one last time and says she thinks they are pretty close to closing the case. Xander storms in and says like hell they are. Rafe warns Xander to take it easy. Xander orders Rafe to get Jada to stop harassing Sarah. Jada complains that she’s just doing her job. Xander declares that Sarah is innocent and they can prove it.

Jack is at home, finishing a work call. Jack declares that he is not leaving Salem until he finds out who killed his daughter. Jack then answers the door to see Gwen. Gwen imagines he’s not too surprised to see her. Jack confirms that he heard about her pardon. Gwen apologizes for showing up unannounced. Jack says it’s alright as Jennifer, Julie, and Doug took the kids out for pizza. Gwen brings up how she used to do that but Jack cuts her off and asks why she is here. Gwen says there is something she wants him to know.

Sarah tells Sonny about how Rex can vouch for where she was at the time of the murder. Sonny calls that great and mentions Maggie being really worried about her. Sonny adds that he never thought she did it, no matter what kind of drugs Gwen pumped in to her because it’s not in her nature to hurt anyone, especially not Abigail. Sarah thanks him and admits there were times that she couldn’t remember what happened that night so she kept thinking what if the drugs made her. Sonny encourages that she doesn’t have to think about that anymore because Rex will testify and she can put this whole thing behind her. Sarah doesn’t know since the police don’t have to believe Rex.

Jada and Rafe question Xander saying he can prove Sarah’s innocence. Xander states that Sarah couldn’t have killed Abigail and repeats his wish for Jada to back off before she is charged with harassment. Jada argues that questioning a suspect is not harassment. Xander argues that Sarah isn’t a suspect and if she was doing her job, she would’ve found out that Sarah has an alibi. Jada asks how if Sarah doesn’t remember where she was that night. Xander reveals that Marlena hypnotized Sarah and she remembered being with Rex, who can and will confirm it. Xander offers Jada a pen and tells her to cross Sarah off the list of suspects. Jada responds that she can’t do that, so Xander questions why the hell not.

Eric decides Chad is done drinking as he’s had enough. Chad responds that he’s going to have quite a few more because Eric is not the boss of him. Eric argues that he’s legally bound to refuse service to anyone who is clearly over their limit. Chad asks if he’s having a good time. Eric says he knows Chad is not. Chad remarks that priests think they are God on earth. Eric thinks Chad is just hurting. Chad rambles about his wife being stabbed to death by her hopped up cousin. Eric decides that he’s calling him a cab but Chad orders Eric to get him his drink and declares that he’s not leaving until he gets it.

Xander repeats that Sarah is not a suspect anymore because she has an alibi. Jada mocks the idea of Sarah’s colleague hypnotizing her and her memory suddenly coming back and it’s only confirmed by her ex husband. Rafe tells Jada to dial it down. Jada complains about Xander accusing her of harassing Sarah. Xander points out that she blew up her wedding. Jada questions Xander ordering her to stop the investigation because of some out of the blue alibi. Jada reminds Xander that Lucas swears he saw Sarah at the scene of the crime on the night of the crime. Xander calls Lucas a drunk and a liar, only pointing his finger at Sarah to save his own skin. Jada points out that Lucas was also hypnotized by Marlena and he remembers being at the mansion that night where he saw Sarah walking down the stairs. Xander argues that Lucas was faking it and just pretending to be hypnotized. Jada questions if that means he fooled Marlena and if it’s possible that Marlena was also fooled by Sarah. Xander says maybe but Sarah has an alibi as Rex Brady was in his room with Sarah on the night of the murder. Jada questions Rex visiting his ex-wife in a hotel room alone. Xander admits that Rex never really got over her which makes Jada believe that Rex is just covering for her murder charge. Xander insists that Rex wouldn’t lie about this and that Rafe knows he wouldn’t. Jada admits this is a troublesome case and says she’s dealt with he said she sad but this is her first she remembers, he remembers. Xander argues that this isn’t funny. Rafe tells Xander that they will follow up on what he said and they will talk to Rex. Jada warns that Sarah is not yet off the hook. Xander calls them both idiots and walks out of the station. Rafe remarks that Jada just told Xander everything she knows about the case and suggests she might want to work on that. Jada apologizes as Rafe walks away.

Sonny tells Sarah that he will walk her out, but he gets a call from Eric, so Sarah exits while Sonny answers. Eric tells Sonny that he’s sorry to bother him, but he didn’t know who else to call as it’s about Chad. Eric informs Sonny that Chad has been drinking all afternoon at the Pub and he refuses to served him another drink, but now he won’t leave. Eric notes that he has an appointment to get to. Sonny says he’ll be right there. Eric thanks him and hangs up.

Abe tells Paulina that she doesn’t have to get him lubricated to succumb to her charms. Paulina agrees but notes that he can be downright stubborn when it comes to his career. Paulina encourages him to reach for the stars for the people of the state. Paulina brings up how many state governors went on to be President and says they need an honest man like Abe after Governor Mitchell pardoned those killers and proved himself unfit for office. Abe questions why she wanted him to grovel for his endorsement then. Paulina complains about him opposing the job. Abe spots Nicole coming by on crutches, so he calls her over. Paulina says she knows what Abe is doing but it won’t stop her. Abe invites Nicole to join them so she sits at their table. Paulina remarks that now Nicole can help her talk some sense in to him. Paulina tells Nicole to tell Abe that he should be governor. Abe suggests checking on how Nicole is doing first and asks about her ankle and how she felt after being held at gunpoint. Paulina agrees and tells Nicole to feel free to open up. Paulina relates to being robbed at gunpoint last year. Abe reminds her that they are talking about Nicole. Abe thanks God that Eric came along when he did because it sounds like he saved Nicole’s life. Nicole agrees since she thought the guy was going to shoot her but somehow, Eric talked him down. Paulina calls that so romantic and asks when Nicole and Eric are getting back together.

Eric goes to the police station. Jada thanks him for coming in and says it shouldn’t take long as she just has to ask him a few questions about the other day. Eric says it’s no problem and asks how she’s doing since he last saw her at the hospital. Jada says she’s better and thanks him for asking. Eric says everybody would understand if she wasn’t better. Jada acknowledges that it was a clean shoot but she still killed a man with a soul and that stays with you. Jada is sure Eric has dealt with a lot of people with guilt and difficult emotions as a priest, so she feels like he would understand. Eric says he does and that he’s here if she ever needs to talk. Jada thanks him and goes to get the file. Jada ends up spilling her water and then tells Eric that she’s not in a good mood. Eric mentions seeing Xander leaving on his way in and asks if he had anything to do with her mood. Jada complains about Xander leading to her getting in trouble with Rafe and calls Xander a total jerk. Jada then asks if Xander is Eric’s friend. Eric assures that he’s definitely not. Jada notes that seems kind of out of character for Eric, so she asks what Xander did. Eric reveals that for starters, Xander slept with his wife which shocks Jada.

Xander returns to his room at the Salem Inn, complaining to Sarah that Jada has her mind all made up and no facts can change it. Sarah guesses it didn’t go well which Xander says would be an understatement. Sarah suggests calling the lawyer. Xander says he thought he could handle it. Xander informs Sarah that when he told Rafe that Rex could confirm her alibi, Jada was all over the fact that Rex is Sarah’s ex husband and she took that to mean he might lie for her. Sarah says that’s not good though not as bad as Lucas’s testimony. Xander calls Lucas a lying drunk. Sarah doesn’t think you can lie under hypnosis and she knows she was in this room when Lucas says he saw her at the DiMera Mansion. Xander argues that she couldn’t be in two places at once. Sarah then reminds Xander that she was.

Gwen tells Jack that she didn’t want to just show up since Jennifer is going through enough. Jack questions what she wanted to tell him. Gwen informs him that the pardon was not her idea and that it was Kristen who intervened to get her out. Gwen says she won’t pretend that she’s not happy about it but she didn’t scheme to get it and was absolutely prepared to serve her sentence. Jack states that she didn’t have a choice. Gwen understands she deserved it and that she needs to pay for what she has done. Jack appreciates her saying that and admits he didn’t know what to think when he heard she was pardoned. Jack says he now understands that Gwen truly wants to atone for what she did to Sarah and Abigail.

Chad remains drunk at the bar and calling for Eric. Chad says he’ll get the drink himself and tries to climb over the bar but Sonny arrives and stops him. Sonny says Eric was right that Chad needs a ride home. Chad says he just needs another drink. Sonny stops him and says no one is going to serve him. Chad decides he’ll just find another bar. Sonny tells him that it’s time to call it a day. Chad tells Sonny to move out of his way but he refuses. Chad then takes a swing at Sonny but he ducks and Chad falls to the floor.

Gwen looks at a photo of Abigail and Chad on the mantle while Rafe arrives at the house and informs Jack that he came to update him on Abigail’s case. Rafe sees Gwen and mentions hearing that she was pardoned so he guesses congratulations are in order. Jack clarifies that it was Kristen’s doing, not Gwen’s. Jack asks what Rafe learned about Abigail’s case. Rafe reveals that it turns out that Sarah may in fact have an alibi for the time of the murder as she remembers being with Rex Brady at the Salem Inn and Rex is willing to confirm it. Jack is relieved for Maggie’s sake. Gwen asks about Lucas saying he saw Sarah at the DiMera Mansion on the night that Abigail was murdered. Rafe says that’s still a question mark and Sarah won’t be completely cleared until they speak to Rex, but once they confirm with Rex then they will have to look at Lucas’s statement a lot harder. Rafe remarks that Sarah couldn’t be in two places at the same time…

Sarah reminds Xander of Kristen wearing the Sarah mask to make it seem like she was somewhere that she wasn’t. Sarah points out that Kristen loaned that mask to Gwen, so for all she knows, she still has it. Xander calls Gwen a bitch. Sarah adds that they’ve seen the lengths Gwen will go to in order to get rid of her and she’s the only person she knows that hated Abigail. Xander and Sarah realize that Gwen was wearing the Sarah mask that night and killed two birds with one stone.

Jada questions Eric about Xander sleeping with his wife. Eric clarifies that she is now his ex-wife which Jada acknowledges as Nicole, Rafe’s wife. Jada asks Eric if they got divorced because of Xander sleeping with her. Eric calls it a catalyst but admits he wasn’t much of a husband since he was out of the country most of the time and focused on his work, so he really wasn’t paying attention to his marriage or Nicole.

Paulina tells Nicole that Eric saved her life like a romance novel. Paulina says she could sense the chemistry between them at her and Abe’s wedding and that if Chanel didn’t catch the bouquet, she was sure Nicole and Eric would’ve been married next. Nicole clarifies that she was as Abe informs Paulina that Nicole is married to Rafe, which surprises her. Paulina comments that Nicole should’ve talked to her first.

Jada asks Eric if he and Nicole are still on good terms. Eric confirms they are and he only wishes her the best. Jada points out that it’s more than that since he risked his life for her. Eric says when he saw the guy holding the gun on her, he knew that he could pull the trigger at any moment. Jada guesses that Eric realized he’s still in love with Nicole. Eric tells Jada that what he realized in that moment is that he wouldn’t want to live on this earth without Nicole in it. Jada responds that thanks to his quick thinking, he doesn’t have to. Eric thinks he’s actually the reason why it happened since he should’ve called the cops when he saw the guy stealing out of the tip jar at the Brady Pub. Jada thinks he’s being hard on himself. Eric argues that if he had done something, Nicole wouldn’t have had a gun pointed at her and if he hadn’t let the guy get away, Jake wouldn’t be dead. Jada encourages that he can’t think like that. Eric admits it’s all he’s been thinking about. Jada knows all about going over things in your head but insists that the only one responsible for what that man did is that man, not her, Nicole, or Eric. Jada tells him not to blame himself for what happened. Eric thanks her as Jada reminds him to get his statement.

Paulina questions Nicole was hanging out at their wedding on her wedding day. Nicole calls it a spur of the moment decision. Paulina congratulates her. Paulina then gets a phone call from the exploratory committee as she had them set up some focus groups to see how people respond to Abe. Paulina steps away to answer the call. Abe jokes that they were hoping their marriage would bring Paulina out of her shell. Nicole acknowledges that Paulina isn’t the only one who thinks that way about her and Eric since even Rafe thinks something is going on which Abe questions. Nicole explains that after Eric scared off the gunman, he was trying to talk her down and then Rafe showed up, misread things, and freaked out on Eric. Nicole adds that once Rafe realized what was happening, he felt bad but says he doesn’t have anything to worry about. Abe asks if she’s sure.

Jack tells Rafe that if Rex was with Sarah that night then Lucas saying he saw Sarah at the DiMera Mansion that night doesn’t make any sense. Jack adds that Lucas was drinking so maybe he doesn’t know what he saw. Rafe calls that a distinct possibility. Gwen thinks back to pulling the Sarah mask from her bag. Gwen then says it’s good to know that Sarah probably didn’t have anything to do with Abigail’s murder, remarking that she would hate to have to live with the responsibility for her sister’s death.

Sonny brings Chad to the Kiriakis Mansion. Chad goes straight to the liquor in the living room. Sonny tells Chad not to do it. Chad jokes that he now has his own designated driver. Sonny asks Chad what happened today that set him off like this. Chad tries to laugh it off while Sonny tries to get him to focus and asks if this is about Sarah. Chad calls Sarah crazy and says he wouldn’t answer the call from the person who killed his wife. Sonny informs Chad that Sarah was calling to say she’s innocent as she has an alibi since she was with Rex at the time of the murder. Chad laughs at that and questions Clyde didn’t do it and then Lucas didn’t do it and now Sarah didn’t do it. Chad asks if that means Abigail stabbed herself to death. Sonny knows how hard it must be to not know who did this horrible thing. Chad declares that it doesn’t even matter because even if they find out who did it, it’s not going to bring her back as nothing will. Chad informs Sonny that the reason he went out drinking today is because Thomas didn’t want to go to the aquarium, he wanted Abigail, and Chad snapped at him because he wanted his mother. Chad says he doesn’t even want to be around his own kids because he doesn’t want to worry about causing them more pain. Sonny encourages that Thomas knows he didn’t mean to hurt him. Chad argues that he’s supposed to suck it up and make his kids feel better but he’s just causing them more pain. Sonny hugs Chad as he breaks down crying.

Jada has Eric sign his statement. Eric asks if she needs anything else. Jada notes that everything he said matches up with what Nicole said too. Eric asks if Jada found a place to stay yet or if she looked at the rooms above the Pub. Jada says she hasn’t had time but she better make time because she’s bleeding money at the Salem Inn. Eric decides that tomorrow, he will show her the rooms above the Pub. Jada offers to take him out to lunch afterwards. Eric tells her that she doesn’t have to do that but Jada clarifies that she’s asking him on a date.

Abe apologizes to Nicole for saying anything. Nicole says it’s fine and thinks people are just picking up on the fact that she will always care about Eric, but she is so happy with Rafe. Paulina returns and announces the focus groups numbers are through the roof, so they love Abe’s chances. Nicole congratulates Abe and thanks Paulina for the drink. Paulina invites her to join them for dinner but Nicole says she’s on her way to the police station. Abe offers to drive her but Nicole doesn’t want to keep him from his dinner and says with any luck, maybe she can convince Rafe to take her out on a romantic dinner of their own.

Xander goes over to Sarah that Gwen put on the mask, murdered Abigail, and then on her way out of the house, she happened to run in to Lucas. Sarah thinks if she didn’t happen to run in to Lucas, she would’ve happened to run in to somebody else because she didn’t want to just get away with it, she wanted to pin it on her. Xander feels there’s a lot of pre-meditation in that. Xander can’t believe he was about to marry someone so sick. Sarah says the hard part will be getting somebody to believe them since Gwen was in prison. Xander argues that he knows flea markets with better security than Statesville. Xander insists that they will get the police to believe them by showing them evidence and proving that Gwen has the mask. Sarah asks how to do that. Xander says by searching her room since she texted him where she is staying and wanted him to know that she’s there for him since it looked like Sarah was the killer. Xander thinks Gwen will regret sharing that bit of information. Xander and Sarah then exit together.

Chad thanks Sonny for being such a good friend to him. Sonny calls him a good friend too and a good dad. Sonny assures that he’ll always be there for him. Sonny says he’ll get Chad upstairs to sleep it off.

Jack hopes Rafe is able to clear Sarah for Maggie’s sake as he remarks that it must be hell to wonder if your daughter is capable of doing something like that…

Paulina apologizes to Abe if she put her foot in it earlier, but insists that Nicole and Eric’s chemistry was clear at their wedding. Abe jokes about her thinking about Nicole and Eric instead of him. Paulina assures she was focused on him but asks how could you not notice the sparks flying off Nicole and Eric. Paulina declares that Nicole might have ran off and married Rafe, but she has no doubt that Nicole still has feelings for Eric.

Jada apologizes to Eric for assuming he’s single. Eric assures that he’s not seeing anyone. Jada asks if he’s not interested then. Eric says he never said that and he would love to go to lunch. Jada says it’s a date then right as Nicole arrives at the station.

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Shawn puts baby Shawn down for a nap as Belle comes over. He thanks her for coming as she notes he sounded upset in his message. Shawn informs Belle that Evan got the court order for the paternity test, so they did it this morning and Evan was telling the truth that Shawn Christian is his son. Belle asks if he’s sure. Shawn confirms that he had Kayla oversee the test herself and run it three times. Belle tells him that she’s so sorry. Shawn declares that Evan will now be taking the baby away.

Evan and Orpheus sit together at the Bistro as Evan tells him that the results of the paternity test came out exactly as he said they would. Orpheus congratulates him and assures he will get him all set up with a crib, stroller, and anything else he needs. Evan responds that he actually doesn’t need any of that. Evan than reveals that he asked Orpheus to meet, so he could say goodbye.

Gabi is at the DiMera office, on the phone with her assistant, arguing about Jake and Ava’s marriage license not being filed yet. Gabi warns that if EJ finds out Jake and Ava were never married, they will both be out of a job.

EJ tells Ava that he’s calling her bluff and he’s getting City Hall on the line right now. Ava questions why if he just checked with them and they told him that her paperwork hadn’t been filed yet. Ava argues that it makes sense because things take forever over there while she and Jake just got married yesterday at the courthouse. EJ decides that he will speak directly to the county clerk then, who will be able to track down the paper work if it exists. EJ then makes the call about tracking down the marriage license as Ava turns away, looking worried.

Kristen tells Dr. Rolf not to play with her and asks what he’s talking about since he just said he couldn’t bring Jake back. Dr. Rolf says that’s correct as Jake’s life has been tragically cut short so he won’t be rising from the ashes. Dr. Rolf then pulls back another curtain and reveals that Jake’s twin brother Stefan is a totally different story, shocking Kristen.

Gabi continue complaining on the phone about how long it takes to a file a piece of paper. Gabi hangs up as Li Shin walks in and asks what she was talking to her assistant about. Gabi claims it was just a little problem with a contract being signed. Li informs her that he signed that contract last week and questions why Gabi is lying.

Ava tells EJ that he’s wasting his time. EJ argues that her time is running out and now is her chance to admit what she has done. EJ warns that if Ava confesses, he’ll be less inclined to include the authorities. Ava complains that her husband’s body isn’t even cold yet and EJ is calling her a liar and making threats. EJ argues that Ava used Jake’s death to her advantage. Ava says that’s what EJ is doing, trying to get his hands on Jake’s shares so that he can take over as CEO. EJ argues that he’s not taking over, he’s taking back what belongs to him. EJ declares that the company is called DiMera Enterprises and he’s a DiMera, so he will reclaim what is rightfully his.

Kristen can’t believe it’s really Stefan. Dr. Rolf explains that when Stefan was shot, Gabi begged him to revive him but he concluded there was nothing that could be done as Stefan had lost the spark of life. Dr. Rolf says it seemed too late but nothing is impossible.

Belle doesn’t understand how Evan got a court order so fast. Shawn thinks whoever strong armed the Governor in to pardoning him made it happen. Belle says she has every intention of trying to fight this. Shawn reveals that’s why he called her, to fight this, because he can’t let Evan take his son.

Orpheus questions Evan saying goodbye. Evan says he can’t stay in Salem since everyone thinks he’s a psycho, so he needs to start fresh as far away as possible. Evan announces he’s going to New Zealand to be with his sister Zoey and his son David which Orpheus questions. Evan explains that he spoke to Zoey about it and said he won’t fight her on having full custody of David, but he wants to get to know him, he wants his kids to know each other, and he wants to be there for them. Orpheus questions how he’s going to get to New Zealand when he’s broke. Evan informs him that he got hired on a house boat in Chicago so he’ll earn some cash and go the rest of the way when he’s ready, but he’s in no rush as he just wants to spend some time alone with his son without being hunted down by Shawn or Jan Spears. Orpheus remarks that Jan is dead. Evan says you never know with her. Orpheus complains that he finally gets out of prison and his whole family is going to be on the other side of the world. Evan tells him that he’s welcome to join them. Orpheus says maybe someday, but he still has unfinished business in Salem.

Gabi tries to tell Li that she’s not lying and says she’s just been off her game. Li brings up Ava coincidentally marrying Jake on the day he died and suddenly having a claim to his DiMera shares which certainly benefits Gabi because EJ is trying to consolidate enough power to oust her as CEO. Li states that if EJ got his hands on Jake’s shares, he’d be sitting in her chair in no time. Gabi says that won’t happen. Li says that’s if she keeps Jake’s widow on her side since she’s now a beneficiary of those shares. Li assumes that’s why Gabi left him a message, asking if he would approve of a position for Ava with a six figure salary and a seat on the board. Li questions what Ava’s qualifications are again. Gabi asks if he wants EJ running the company. Li admits he doesn’t, so Gabi says it’s in both of their interests to keep Ava happy. Li asks her again about the paper work she was telling her assistant that she wanted done. Li asks if it had something to do with making Jake and Ava’s sudden marriage seem real.

Ava complains that EJ’s brother just died and all he can think about is the company. EJ is then shocked by what he is told on the phone and hangs up. Ava guesses they found the marriage certificate and tells EJ to take his accusations and get the hell out.

Evan questions what kind of unfinished business Orpheus is talking about. Orpheus calls it nothing he needs to worry about but as soon as it’s done, he’ll be visiting Evan and little Shawn Christian. Evan responds that he’s changing the baby’s name. Evan thought he would keep Christian since that is his real name, but he wants him to be his own person, separate from him and his mistakes. Orpheus asks what to call his grandson then. Evan calls him “Maddox Friers” using his last name. Evan then gets a text from his lawyer and tells Orpheus that he’s going to claim his son.

Shawn tells Belle that this whole thing is shady as hell, so they have to fight as clearly there was something fishy about the court order. Shawn suggests trying to prove it was illegally obtained. Belle says even if they could, the paternity test results would be the same. Shawn knows he’s not the biological father, but he’s been there since the day the baby was born and he loves him. Shawn questions how he’s supposed to just hand him over to Evan, who killed his other son’s mother and was planning to kill Ciara and held Claire hostage at gunpoint. Shawn questions why a judge would give a baby to some psychopath. Belle responds that unfortunately, he’s been given a full pardon which means his criminal record has been wiped clean. Shawn argues that they know he’s dangerous and is clearly an unfit parent. Belle says there’s nothing she can point to in court to prove that and he has the test results. Belle knows how much Shawn loves the baby but the bottom line is, he doesn’t have a legal claim to him. Shawn complains that the baby deserves so much better. Belle says he was so lucky to have Shawn and she wishes she could help Shawn hang onto him, but there is nothing she can do. Shawn knows it was a lot to ask. Belle says it’s not as she understands he just wants what is best for the baby’s future. Shawn asks if he’s just supposed to give up now. The doorbell rings so Belle goes to answer the door. The baby wakes up crying so Shawn looks over him and says he will always love him. Belle returns with Evan, who announces he’s here for his son, Maddox.

Dr. Rolf tells Kristen that Stefano would’ve wanted him to do everything possible to save his son Stefan, so he did everything possible with a serum that he hoped would be powerful enough to work on Stefan but unfortunately by the time he was ready, Gabi had already donated Stefan’s heart to Julie which made things more difficult. Dr. Rolf reveals that he was able to resurrect the rest of Stefan, but he is heartless.

Gabi claims to Li that it would be news to her if Ava faked her wedding to Jake. Li goes over how Jake was mortally wounded right in front of Ava and she almost died too, so he questions Ava still having the presence of mind to hatch a plan to grab Jake’s shares. Gabi argues that Ava is as cold blooded as they come since she tried to frame Rafe as a dirty cop. Li points out that Ava would need an accomplice to pull this off. Gabi questions if Li is implying that she helped her. Li brings up that Gabi was at the hospital last night when she called to tell him about Jake’s death and the alleged marriage. Gabi says she went to pay her respects. Li asks if Ava asked Gabi to help her make it look like they got married. Gabi argues that she and Ava hate each other, so she questions why he would think she would help her. Li points out that’s not an answer and asks if Ava roped her in to some crazy scheme to fake a wedding so that she could help herself to Jake’s shares. Gabi responds that it wasn’t crazy as she then reveals it was all her own idea.

EJ apologizes to Ava, acknowledging that it was insensitive of him to accuse her while she’s mourning of using Jake’s death to line her own pockets instead of offering his condolences and welcome her to the family. EJ says he’s sorry and welcomes her to the family. Ava thanks him. EJ states that Stefano would be terribly disappointed in him because he taught him a lot better than this. EJ adds that family and respect were everything to Stefano. Ava responds that her father was the same way. EJ calls being the child of a powerful man, complicated. EJ tells Ava to just ask if there’s anything he could do. Ava asks EJ to speed up the transfer of those shares in to her name so she could pay the rent this month. EJ responds that he has a better idea as there is plenty of room at his house. EJ then invites Ava to move in with him at the DiMera Mansion.

Li questions the fake marriage being all Gabi’s idea and asks how she came up with it. Gabi explains that Kate came to give her a heads up that she and Chad were just handing over their shares to EJ and then Rafe called her to inform her about Jake’s death. Gabi says they were both sad and in shock. Li acknowledges that he was very fond of Jake. Gabi says she realized that she couldn’t sit around crying because EJ sure wasn’t and he was coming after Jake’s shares and her job. Li questions how she got from there to a phony wedding. Gabi says that she went to the hospital after that where Ava told her that Jake was killed by a thug who was trying to steal her engagement ring and that’s when the lightbulb went off that if Jake had a widow, she would be his next of kin and inherit his shares instead of EJ. Gabi declares that if she and Ava work together, Ava will be set for life and she’ll still be running the company so they both win. Li reminds her that she said she and Ava despise each other, so he questions what makes her think she can trust Ava. Gabi admits she can’t trust her, but assures that she won’t double cross her. Li realizes that’s because Gabi knows the marriage is a sham, so if she exposes her, Ava will be left with nothing. Gabi confirms that and declares that Ava needs her as much as she needs Ava.

Ava questions EJ wanting her to move in to the DiMera Mansion. EJ points out that it’s the family home and she is now family as his sister-in-law. EJ remarks that Stefano would be appalled to see any DiMera living above a garage. Ava tells him not to knock it until he tries it. Ava is unsure and says it feels wrong since EJ never wanted Jake under his roof. EJ regrets that he and his brother weren’t on better terms before he died. EJ adds that he’d appreciate the opportunity to make amends by treating Ava the way Jake deserved to be treated. EJ then asks Ava if she would like to move in.

Kristen questions Dr. Rolf saying that Stefan has been alive without a heart for four years. Kristen can’t believe this as this means that Lani didn’t kill Stefan after all and she will be so relieved to hear that. Kristen asks Dr. Rolf what happened next. He explains how he got Stefan’s blood pumping through artificial means and began to search for a new heart for him but his plans were interrupted when he was sent to prison. Kristen says that begs the question of how Dr. Rolf kept Stefan alive while he was gone.

Evan tells Shawn that he couldn’t expect him to keep calling his son Shawn. Shawn says that’s his name. Evan argues that it’s Shawn’s name and he’s nothing to the baby, so they will be going now. Belle wants a court order that gives him permission to take custody, so Evan shows it. Shawn questions who Orpheus paid off to make this happen. Evan warns him to back off. Shawn argues that Evan should be in a cage. Evan says not according to the Governor. Evan tells Shawn to step aside. Shawn calls this nuts as he hasn’t even had time to get his things together. Evan says they don’t need much as they will be on a boat, traveling light which Shawn questions. Evan announces that he and Maddox are leaving and starting over in New Zealand with his sister and Maddox’s brother as he wants him to grow up around family. Evan orders Shawn to stop stalling and hand him over. Belle asks Evan to have a heart and give Shawn a few minutes with the baby but Evan refuses. Shawn then picks up the baby and tells him that he’s so sorry about this and he will think about him every day. Evan orders Shawn to say goodbye. Shawn says goodbye to the baby and then hands him over to Evan. Evan then exits with the baby as Shawn holds back tears.

Li congratulates Gabi and says her move was well played. Li just doesn’t understand why she kept him in the dark. Gabi points out that he’s on the DiMera board so if she told him about her fraud, she’d be putting him in a terrible position like he’s in now. Li responds that he likes all the positions that she puts him in. Gabi asks if he approves of her teaming up with Ava Vitali. Li declares that he approves of her doing whatever keeps DiMera at number one. Li says she has his backing as CEO because she’s capable of making moves like this and he just needs to know that she’s making them. Li tells Gabi to trust him next time which she promises to do.

Ava tells EJ that she’s been through a lot the last couple of days and she doesn’t think she can handle any more big changes. EJ says part of the reason they have extra room is that Chad moved out because being surrounded by memories of Abigail was too much for him. EJ suggests that a change of scenery would benefit Ava as well. Ava responds that she doesn’t want to forget Jake. EJ argues that moving wouldn’t be about that, but about helping her heal and that is very difficult to do on your own. Ava can’t believe Jake is actually gone and says none of it feels real. EJ knows it’s going to take time, but promises that it will get better.

Kristen asks Dr. Rolf about patients like this needing round the clock care. Kristen says she knows Dr. Rolf is good but not good enough to be in prison and looking after Stefan for four years. Dr. Rolf says that’s what all the machines are for as they tended to Stefan’s every need as long as the power doesn’t go out then they require no supervision. Kristen admits it’s impressive and asks what the next step is. Dr. Rolf states that they need to acquire a donor heart. Kristen asks if it’s going to be difficult to find a match. Dr. Rolf says they only require the same blood type and there’s always the risk of rejection unless the donor and recipient happened to be identical twins. Dr. Rolf exclaims that Jake dying is the best possible scenario, not that anyone wished for his untimely demise. Kristen asks if Dr. Rolf can take Jake’s heart and put it in to Stefan to bring him back to life as if nothing ever happened. Dr. Rolf says they won’t know for certain until it’s done but he will give it his best shot.

Belle tells Shawn that she wishes she could’ve done something to stop this but Shawn snipes back that she doesn’t because this is what she wanted all along.

Evan brings his son Maddox to the docks and says it’s going to be perfect with just them, but he’s surprised by Jan Spears, who declares that she will make it three.

Gabi tells Li that she’s sorry for not being upfront with him and thanks him for being so understanding. Li says they are still getting to know each other as romantic partners, but in business he knows exactly who she is. Li calls her an intelligent, dynamic, and ambitious woman, who goes after what she wants even if that means lying, scheming, and making a few enemies along the way. Li tells Gabi that he embraces all of her as they kiss. Gabi presses a secret button in her desk to shut the door as they kiss onto the desk.

Ava wipes her tears and jokes about not being tough. EJ understands she had a terrible loss and is grieving. EJ thinks it’s wise for her to get out of the apartment. Ava then agrees and accepts EJ’s invitation to move in to the DiMera Mansion, but she needs to pack up her things. EJ says to let them know when she’s ready. Ava comments on EJ not having a reputation of a nice guy but calls it very generous of him and thanks him. EJ hugs Ava and calls it the least he could do.

Shawn asks if Belle is happy now the baby is gone and never coming back. Belle says she’s devastated for him and the baby as this is not at all what she wanted. Shawn apologizes for snapping at her. Belle gets that he’s angry. Shawn says he’s angry at Evan, Jan, and the world but mostly Jan for making him believe he was the father. Shawn argues that Jan thought it was bringing them closer together, but it got her dead in the water.

Jan tells Evan that she’s too mean to die and she survived through sheer will as she wasn’t going to let Belle win, so after she pushed her into the water, she kept telling herself to hang on and pull herself to shore safely which is exactly what she did. Evan brings up the coast guard dragging the river and the search coming up empty. Jan reveals that she was stowed away in a yacht and she’s been hiding out there for the past couple weeks, working on her plan to see her son. Jan says she just happened to look out the window when they walked by. Jan calls it fate. Evan argues that Jan lied to him and kept his son from him. Jan calls it nothing personal and says she missed her baby so much. Jan asks to hold him, but Evan says no chance. Jan says it’s just for a moment. The baby starts crying so Jan says that he needs her. Jan then realizes she is leaking and takes the baby from Evan. Jan calls the baby Shawn Christian, so Evan clarifies that his name is Maddox which she questions. Evan says that Jan held the baby so now she can give him back. Jan refuses and instead kicks Evan in to the river.

Belle reminds Shawn that they don’t know that Jan is dead. Shawn points out that her body was never found and it’s been weeks with no trace of her. Belle says they’ve learned the hard way not to underestimate Jan’s ability to resurface. Shawn says it doesn’t change the fact that Evan is leaving Salem right now with the son that he thought was his.

Jan talks to her baby about using what she learned in her self defense classes in prison as one kick led to unconsciousness. Jan knows the baby wants Shawn back in the picture but says for now it has to be just them, so they are going on a trip. Jan declares that Salem has not seen the last of Team Spears.

Gabi and Li fix their clothes after having sex and asks what’s next on his schedule. Li mentions having to run to a meeting but says he looks forward to repeating this later as they kiss. Li then exits the office. Gabi then gets a call from Ava, who informs her that EJ was just there and almost busted her. Ava questions what took her so long to file that marriage certificate. Gabi assures that it got done and tells her not to worry about it. Ava says she’s just glad that EJ is gone. Gabi asks if EJ left satisfied that Ava and Jake were married. Ava says so much so, that he invited her to move in to the DiMera Mansion considering she’s family now. Gabi asks what he said when she turned him down, but Ava reveals that she didn’t.

EJ returns home to the DiMera Mansion and sits at the chess table. EJ looks up at the portrait of Stefano and says he asked Ava to move in. EJ trusts that Stefano approves since he’s following Stefano’s sage advice of keep your family close and the pretenders closer…

Kristen asks Dr. Rolf if he really thinks this is going to work. Dr. Rolf says he’s cautiously optimistic. Dr. Rolf exclaims that with Jake’s heart beating in his twin’s chest, Stefan O. DiMera will rise again.

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Xander returns to his room at the Salem Inn to find Sarah is gone. Xander sees her note that she had to go out and will be back soon. Xander wonders where she went.

Marlena begins to hypnotize Sarah to the night that Abigail died.

Kristen enters Dr. Rolf’s lab and comments on him being ready when she needs him. Dr. Rolf mentions Stefano saying it’s always good to be back and to be ready. Kristen wonders if Jake will share in that sentiment.

Ava has a dream about Jake coming back to life to her.

Xander worries that Sarah shouldn’t be out alone as she could have another episode. Xander goes to leave right as Gwen arrives. Gwen asks if he was on his way out. Xander responds that what he does is none of her business and asks what she wants. Gwen notes that Xander seemed upset that Lucas had been cleared and asks if that’s because he’s scared that Sarah might be charged with Abigail’s murder.

Marlena hypnotizes Sarah back to when she saw her at the hospital that day. Sarah remembers thinking the antidote wasn’t working anymore and telling Marlena about her hallucinations. Sarah recalls Marlena advising her to go talk to Abigail because she had been through all of this. Marlena then asks if Sarah took the advice and went to see Abigail. Sarah remembers going to see Gwen in prison to confront her about everything. Marlena asks if Sarah went to the DiMera Mansion to find Abigail after leaving the prison.

Ava wakes up and realizes that seeing Jake was just a dream.

Kristen and Dr. Rolf talk about it being good that they got to the hospital in time. Rolf mentions that if they didn’t, they would’ve taken Jake’s remains and incinerated them to dust. Kristen says they couldn’t have that. Dr. Rolf unveils Jake in a hospital bed, hooked up to tubes as Kristen declares that they have big plans for Jake. Dr. Rolf comments on how quickly Kristen got Jake out with his latest Lazarus project. Kristen acknowledges that she barely knew Jake but he’s still her father’s son and that means a lot to her. Dr. Rolf assures Stefano would be very proud to hear her say that. Kristen asks what they are waiting for and tells him to give Jake a new lease on life. Dr. Rolf then injects a syringe in to Jake’s tubes.

Gabi shows up at Ava’s door and says they need to talk. Gabi reminds Ava of EJ’s face when she showed her wedding ring, so he bought it. Gabi says EJ hates it, so he’ll do anything he can to freeze her out, so they have to lock down her claim on Jake’s estate before EJ and Tony figure out the whole thing is a scam.

Tony and EJ talk at home about Ava claiming to have married Jake right before he was killed. EJ explains to Tony how the police are calling it a robbery homicide. Tony asks about the gunman but EJ informs him that he was shot and killed by a police woman. Tony realizes EJ’s only concern is Ava’s possible claim on Jake’s shares. EJ asks what else he’d be concerned about and says Tony should be too, complaining that it’s bad enough that Stefano’s company is being run in to the ground by a former waitress. EJ adds that Gabi is also Li Shin’s mistress, so if Gabi and Ava form some kind of an alliance then Shin could back them while he and Tony could end up out in the cold.

Xander remarks that Gwen used to be better at playing the game. Xander argues that Gwen loves the thought of Sarah going to prison for Abigail’s murder. Gwen claims that’s the last thing she wants because she feels terrible for what happened to her since she’s partly to blame. Xander says if Gwen feels bad, it’s only because her plan didn’t work out the way she wanted it to. Gwen says she’s here to help him but Xander doesn’t believe her. Gwen offers to come up with an alibi for Sarah and suggests saying she was with him. Xander argues that he wasn’t and the cops know it. Xander states that he was in New York while Sarah doesn’t remember that night and Lucas swears he saw Sarah running down the stairs and he doesn’t know anyone that can prove Lucas is lying. Xander asks if she’s happy now.

Marlena asks if Sarah knows where she went next after leaving the prison. Sarah complains that Gwen didn’t care what she did to her and she was so angry. Marlena wants to know what she did next. Sarah recalls returning to Xander’s room at the Salem Inn while he was in New York for a job interview. Marlena asks what she did. Sarah says she just wanted to sleep and forget the whole day, so she took a sleeping pill and got in bed. Marlena asks if she was able to sleep. Sarah says she was for awhile but a bad dream woke her up, so she decided she had to see Abigail right then and there, so she grabbed her raincoat. Marlena notes that Lucas mentioned a raincoat. Sarah says she was about to leave when somebody knocked at the door. Marlena says this is very important and asks who was at the door.

Ava complains that Jake just died yesterday and she could’ve died too, yet Gabi is here again scheming to get her hands on Jake’s DiMera stock. Gabi thought Ava was on board with their plan and asks what happened. Gabi asks if she’s having second thoughts. Ava reminds Gabi that she was involved with Jake for a very long time and said she loved him. Ava questions why she’s behaving like it doesn’t matter that he’s dead. Gabi reminds Ava that without her claim on Jake’s estate, she has nothing. Ava argues that they lied to EJ about her and Jake being married, so EJ is probably out now hiring a private investigator. Gabi argues that EJ won’t find anything suspicious. Gabi then presents Ava with her marriage license.

Tony agrees with EJ that Ava is a threat that must be dealt with, but asks how they do it. EJ says when he learned about Jake’s death, he went directly to the hospital. EJ adds that Gabi was already there and knew all about the marriage. Tony suggests maybe she was visiting Ava. EJ says he checked and they barely spoke until Jake’s untimely death, so Gabi followed the ambulance to the hospital to propose this plan to Ava and then saw to it that Ava was listed as Jake’s next of kin. Tony brings up Vivian being Jake’s mom. EJ questions dragging her in to this. Tony feels Vivian is in this whether they like it or not as she’s going to find out that she lost another son and will be upset about it. EJ admits he hadn’t thought about it. Tony thinks they should go visit Vivian as soon as possible.

Kristen questions Jake not opening his eyes. Dr. Rolf says he’s not sure what to expect as he’s usually able to administer the drug closer to the time of death. Kristen questions if he’s saying this might not work. Dr. Rolf responds that for the serum to be effective, the individual must have a spark of life to work on while Jake’s body was left alone for hours after he was shot. Kristen asks if there’s no hope. Dr. Rolf is afraid that may be the case and that he was too late to help him which upsets Kristen.

Marlena asks Sarah if something is keeping her from telling her who was at the door. Sarah says she just can’t remember. Marlena encourages that she’s doing fine. Sarah tries again to remember and reveals it was her ex, Rex Brady, at the door and Sarah had questioned what he was doing there. Marlena encourages her to try to remember what Rex was doing there. Sarah remembers Rex saying he had to see her and couldn’t get her out of his mind after hearing about what Kristen did to her. Rex talked about wanting to believe Sarah wanted to get back together when it was Kristen tricking him. Rex admitted that he still loved Sarah and never stopped hoping there was a chance for them but Sarah told him that she and Xander were back together and had never been more in love. Rex mentioned that she was obviously going somewhere when he arrived, so he won’t keep her any longer. Sarah remembers almost passing out. Marlena guesses it was the sleep meds and other drugs in her system. Rex told Sarah that she was going to bed.

Gwen tries to comfort Xander but he tells her not to do that as he doesn’t want comfort from her since he has Sarah for that. Gwen encourages that Sarah could get off if she wasn’t in her right mind and could claim temporary insanity. Xander tells Gwen to leave. Gwen says that Bayview is better than prison. Xander argues that Sarah isn’t going anywhere if it’s up to him. Gwen mentions that even if Sarah goes to prison, the Governor is pretty good about giving pardons anyway. Xander questions how Gwen pulled that off. Gwen reveals that Kristen vouched for her. Xander remarks that he should’ve known they would get along since they are both out of their minds. Xander remembers that Kristen gave Gwen the Sarah mask to fool everyone including him. Xander says he’s scared having them both back on the street and wonders what Kristen is up to now.

Kristen argues that there has to be something Dr. Rolf can do. Dr. Rolf feels Jake is too far gone. Kristen complains that he got her hopes up and orders him to keep working on Jake until brings him back. Kristen declares that she’s not leaving the lab until she can take her brother with her..

Gabi tells Ava that she would love for Jake to walk in but that’s unfortunately not going to happen, but if she signs the marriage license, it will stop EJ from grabbing Jake’s stock and telling her to get lost. Ava asks what happens next if she does sign it. Gabi tells her to just trust her. Ava warns that was the wrong thing to say.

EJ questions Tony thinking Vivian is the answer to the problem. Tony asks if he has a better idea. EJ gets interrupted by a text message and says it seems that their fretting over Ava might be much ado about nothing.

Marlena brings Sarah out of the hypnosis. Sarah remembers Rex being there that night and that he helped put her to bed because he said she was too out of it to go anywhere. Sarah asks what if she never left the Salem Inn to go to the DiMera Mansion and was nowhere near Abigail when she was killed. Marlena says that would be a great relief but they can’t get ahead of themselves. Sarah agrees that she can’t trust her mind and maybe Rex was just a hallucination. Marlena decides to find out by calling Rex.

Dr. Rolf tells Kristen that there is one more thing he can try but it’s very risky. Kristen argues that Jake has nothing to lose. Rolf says he has the prototype for a much stronger serum but it’s not tested. Kristen orders him to use it on Jake so Dr. Rolf then makes the injection.

Ava tells Gabi that she keeps saying that they both have a lot riding on getting Jake’s stock, but she’s the one taking all the risk. Gabi argues that she’s helping her defraud the DiMeras and Vivian. Ava brings up that if this blows up in their faces, Gabi would lose her position as CEO but she’d still have Stefan’s shares in DiMera along with Gabi Chic plus money in the bank. Ava says she gave up her family money for her son and won’t have a dime to her name and would probably end up in jail, so she’s going to need more than a promise from her of some dividend checks. Gabi asks what more Ava wants. Ava declares that she wants an executive position at DiMera Enterprises that comes with a nice six figure salary and a seat on the board. Gabi mocks the idea of the DiMeras letting her on the board. Ava argues that she used to run her own company and knows how to prove herself. Gabi calls her a mafia princess. Ava warns that if Gabi wants to keep her CEO position then she better find a way to get the necessary players involved.

Marlena calls Rex and puts him on speaker phone. Marlena notes that she’s with Sarah, who tells Rex that she really needs his help. Sarah asks Rex if he came and saw her at the Salem Inn on June 10th. Rex admits that he kind of hoped she forgot about that as he was embarrassed but he confirms that he was really there. Marlena asks Rex for his version of what happened. Rex says he decided on a whim to see Sarah to tell her that he still loved her, hoping there was still a chance for them but she turned him down flat. Rex recalls Sarah falling asleep and once he made sure she was okay, he left. Marlena asks how long he was there. Rex guesses it was a couple hours but knows he did not leave until after 10. Sarah thanks Rex, telling him how much he just helped her. Rex would like to know what’s going on. Sarah says she’ll call him later and explain everything but thanks him as they hang up. Marlena then confirms to Sarah that this means she has an alibi for when Abigail was killed.

Gabi accuses Ava of blackmailing her. Ava explains that she is negotiating since EJ thinks she is married to Jake, so she holds all the cards. Gabi agrees to talk to Shin about getting what she wants and tells Ava to sign the marriage license so she can go get it filed. Ava jokes that all she had to do was ask nicely. Ava then signs the marriage license and gives it back to Gabi. Gabi goes to leave but stops to ask Ava if she really loved Jake. Ava confirms that she really did and thinks he was pretty much what she was searching for all of her life. Gabi tells Ava that she feels sorry for her. Gabi says she cared about Jake a lot but admits she was really only with him because he reminded her so much of his brother Stefan, who was the love of her life and a love like that only happens once. Gabi then exits.

Dr. Rolf checks on Jake and tells Kristen that he’s sorry but the new serum was no more successful than the other. Kristen argues that his heart is beating again. Dr. Rolf points out that there is no brain activity, so Jake is dead. Kristen complains that she really thought she was going to bring her brother back today. Dr. Rolf then responds that she might still get her wish.

Sarah returns home to Xander’s room. Xander asks where she’s been as he’s been so worried. Sarah informs him that she has the best news as she explains that she went to see Marlena to hypnotize her and then she remembered that Rex was there when Xander went to New York, but she forgot about it. Xander questions Rex being there when he wasn’t and her not telling him. Sarah points out that she didn’t remember it. Xander asks what made him show up. Sarah admits that Rex wanted to give them another try. Xander asks who he thinks he is but Sarah assures that she told Rex that she loved Xander. Sarah adds that when he started leaving, she started feeling like she was going to faint so he helped her to the bed and stayed for two hours. Xander starts to get upset but Sarah tells him to stop with the jealousy and listen to her. Sarah announces that this was on the night of the murder. Xander points out that she didn’t mention that and asks what that means. Sarah confirms that she couldn’t have killed Abigail and Rex is going to tell the police that he was with her when she died. Xander realizes she has an alibi then. Sarah repeats that she didn’t kill Abigail. Xander excitedly calls this the most wonderful news and says God bless Rex Brady as Xander and Sarah kiss. Xander hugs Sarah but then questions Lucas swearing he saw Sarah on the night of the murder and says he knew Lucas was lying.

Gwen goes to a motel room with her travel bag. Gwen then opens the bag and pulls out her Sarah mask..

EJ shows up at Ava’s door and advises her to give up the scheme as he knows she was never married to Jake. Ava tells him that when Jake died, they were husband and wife, adding that EJ has a lot of nerve talking to her like this now. EJ reveals that he checked with city hall and there is no record of any marriage between Jake DiMera and Ava Vitali. Ava says Jake’s death certificate probably isn’t there yet either but that doesn’t mean he’s not dead. EJ accuses her of making this up to get a hold of Jake’s estate. Ava tells EJ to call the city clerks office again when he gets home as she’s sure the marriage license will be there. EJ asks how she can be so sure. Ava tries to shut the door on him but EJ suggests he call the city clerk right now.

Kristen tells Dr. Rolf not to play with her and asks what he’s talking about since he just said he couldn’t bring Jake back. Dr. Rolf says that’s correct as Jake’s life has been tragically cut short so he won’t be rising from the ashes. Dr. Rolf then pulls back another curtain and reveals that Jake’s twin brother Stefan is a totally different story, shocking Kristen.

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Update written by Joseph

Leo finds Gwen in the town square and tells her how happy he was to hear that she had been pardoned. Gwen is looking at her tablet and crying, so Leo questions why she’s crying.

Xander confronts Lucas in the interrogation room and accuses him of trying to frame Sarah. Lucas insists that he’s not lying and that he saw Sarah at the DiMera Mansion. Xander argues that Sarah didn’t kill Abigail and couldn’t kill anyone. Xander warns Lucas to tell the cops that he made it all up or he’s going to tear him apart with his bare hands.

Sarah finds a note from Xander in their room that he’s out running an errand. Sarah wonders what the errand is. Chad then shows up at the door. Sarah mentions hearing about Jake and says she’s really sorry. Chad responds that he’s not here to talk about Jake, but about Abigail.

John meets Steve at the Brady Pub about Orpheus. Steve can’t believe the Governor put him back on the street. Steve declares that they need to deal with Orpheus before he hurts someone they love.

Marlena goes to her office at the hospital and finds Orpheus sitting at her desk.

Gwen informs Leo that Jake is dead after someone shot him. Leo thinks she’s talking about Jake Gyllenhaal until she clarifies and mocks his sensitivity. Leo questions what there is to be sensitive about since Gwen and Jake broke up eons ago, he cheated on her with Gabi, and she hated him now. Gwen cries that it doesn’t mean she wanted him dead and she didn’t know she’d be so worked up about it but she is remembering the good times they had together. Leo points out that they will always have Philly and assures that he is sorry. Leo asks if there’s anything he can do to cheer her up, suggesting they get mimosas to toast to Jake. Gwen declines getting drunk. Leo encourages that she just got out of prison. Leo states that Jake is her past so they should think about her future. Gwen questions what future. Leo says he knows that she has a plan to get Xander away from Sarah.

Sarah guesses Chad has talked to Rafe. Chad confirms that Rafe said she gave a statement, so he wants to know what was in it. Sarah asks what he wants to know. Chad says that Lucas said he saw her at the house on the night of the murder and that she was running down the stairs and dropped something on the way out which might have been the knife that killed Abigail. Chad asks Sarah if that really happened and if she was there that night. Sarah responds that she would tell him if she could but she just doesn’t know.

Lucas tells Xander that he never said Sarah killed Abigail. Xander complains that he put her at the scene of the crime, possibly holding the murder weapon. Lucas calls that the truth. Xander argues that Lucas is just trying to put the blame on Sarah to cover his own ass. Lucas argues that if he thought he killed Abigail, he would own up to it. Xander questions how come these memories only came up when his back was against the wall. Lucas explains that Marlena hypnotized him. Xander calls that a load of crap. Lucas suggests Xander look up Marlena because he won’t find a more respected psychiatrist than her.

Marlena questions how Orpheus got in her office. He says the door was unlocked. Marlena threatens to call security. Orpheus says he just got out of prison and asks if she really thinks he would break in the next day. Marlena wouldn’t put it past him. Orpheus says he just need a few minutes of her time and she can leave the door open. Marlena tells him to make it fast. Orpheus is sure that by now, she’s heard that his son is the father of Jan Spears’ baby. Marlena confirms she heard Evan is claiming that but imagines Shawn is skeptical. Orpheus tells her that Christian/Evan is going to prove he’s telling the truth and that’s why he needs Marlena’s help.

Steve tells John that he suggested Orpheus get his new start somewhere other than the scene of his previous crimes but then he teased going to where Steve’s kids are. Steve knows Orpheus is planning something. John says it’s in his blood and points out that Orpheus’s son is trying to take the baby from Shawn. Steve mentions that Kayla told him but says even if Evan is the father, he questions what kind of judge would take a baby from a man like Shawn and hand him over to someone who murdered the mother of his first child. John asks what kind of governor would grant pardons to felons and murderers. Steve argues that Orpheus couldn’t care less about the baby and has a bigger agenda in mind that is way more personal.

Marlena questions what kind of help Orpheus could need from her. Orpheus states that his son is mentally unstable. Marlena agrees that people who kill people usually are. Orpheus remarks that last time Evan got in to trouble was because he was doing the bidding of Allie. Marlena argues that she was possessed at the time. Orpheus asks if that’s how she lets members of her family off the hook. Marlena asks what he wants. Orpheus guesses she’s still resentful of when he asked her to get Christian/Evan out of Bayview. Marlena argues that he threatened her great grandchild. Orpheus thought he was doing what’s best for his son. Marlena states that what is best for him is to be in Bayview where he should be now. Orpheus agrees that he definitely needs help, especially now that he’s going to be raising his grandson. Orpheus says he needs him to get good counseling. Orpheus then asks Marlena to be Evan’s psychiatrist.

Shawn arrives at the hospital with baby Shawn where Evan says it’s about time as the lab techs are waiting for them. Shawn announces there’s been a change of plans as he’s not agreeing to the test unless they do it his way. Evan reminds him of the court order. Shawn decides he’s not going to trust something this important to a lab tech that he could’ve paid off, so Kayla will oversee the test personally so that they will know the results are real. Shawn says for them to get this over with, so they go to get the DNA test.

Gwen tells Leo that she didn’t tell Xander that she knew that Kristen had Sarah, so she assumed they were a lost cause but now it looks like Sarah might be a person of interest in Abigail’s murder, so maybe she has a chance. Leo remarks that it’s the kind of talk they would only hear in Salem. Gwen argues that she’s not crazy. Leo remarks that Sarah really is and went all Lizzy Borden on Abigail, so now Gwen has a chance with Xander. Gwen calls it still somewhat tricky since Xander pointed out that Sarah’s mental state is partially due to her giving that second dose of the drug. Gwen mentions visiting Xander yesterday and she thinks he was receptive to her remorse but then Sarah came after her with a knife, thinking she was Kristen. Leo congratulates her on her timing of getting out of prison right as Sarah is on her way in.

Chad asks Sarah to help him here as he can’t understand how she can’t remember being at his house. Sarah explains that she said in her statement that she remembers going to see Gwen in prison and then coming back to lie down because her meds were making her feel out of it and then she must have fallen asleep because the next thing she knew, it was morning. Chad asks if that means she didn’t see Abigail but Sarah says not necessarily. Sarah talks about telling Marlena that she had another hallucination and Marlena suggested she go speak to Abigail because she got the same drug. Chad acknowledges that Abigail’s flashback hallucinations were scary and brings up that Abigail once thought he was Ben trying to strangle her and she said it felt completely real. Sarah relates that’s how hers are too as she thought Victor was Kristen coming after her with a syringe and then yesterday, she found Gwen here with Xander and thought she had a gun pointed at him, so she threatened her with a knife. Sarah cries that she also threatened and attacked Nicole and Chanel, so sometimes she feels like she should be locked up. Chad asks if Sarah thinks it’s possible that she had a hallucination on the night that Abigail died and if it’s possible that she went to see her that night and then thought she was Kristen and that she might have stabbed her to death.

John suggests they could put a 24 hour tail on Orpheus but Steve says he’s done being careful with him and asks why wait for him to make the first move. John argues that it seems like Steve already knows what he wants to do. Steve feels they need to stop Orpheus dead in his tracks, the sooner the better as there’s no other choice and they need to eliminate the threat. John feels it sounds like Steve is talking about killing Orpheus. Steve confirms it sounds like that for a reason.

Marlena questions Orpheus asking her to provide therapy for his son. Orpheus asks why not since she worked wonders with the Necktie Killer and she was going to begin seeing Jan Spears, so he questions what’s wrong with adding one more reformed murderer. Marlena argues that Orpheus despises her so she questions why he would want her to work with his child. Orpheus states that he can separate facts from feelings and the fact is, she’s a gifted psychiatrist. Orpheus adds that she was an important mother figure when he was a child. Marlena complains that he was holding her hostage. Orpheus says that doesn’t discount the fact that they formed an important bond, so he thinks Evan would respond well to her and asks what she thinks. Marlena thinks he would do well with therapy, so she will find him somebody very talented but it will not be her.

Xander calls Lucas a notorious liar and says maybe he’s so terrified of going to prison that his psyche invented these memories of Sarah at the DiMera Mansion. Lucas thinks Marlena would have known the difference. Lucas insists that his memory is becoming clearer and he knows he saw Sarah there. Xander asks if he’s certain it was her. Lucas complains that he doesn’t want to incriminate his own cousin but he has no choice because she was there. Xander tells him to prove it, but Lucas says he can’t prove it. Lucas then reveals that this morning, the police came up with new evidence that backs up exactly what he said.

Sarah swears to Chad that she doesn’t remember being at his house but she can’t rule out the possibility that she was there, especially if Lucas says he saw her. Chad asks if she usually remembers her hallucinations since Abigail always did. Chad thinks if she thought she saw Kristen, she would remember it. Sarah admits she usually does, but her dosage was off and her brain was so hazy, so it’s possible that she forgot what happened. Chad thanks her for her honesty and says he appreciates it. Sarah says she loved Abigail as she was a wonderful, kind person and in her right state of mind, she would never hurt her but she’s not always in her right state of mind. Chad says he has to go. Sarah promises he’ll be the first to know if she remembers anything as Chad then exits the room.

Leo asks if Gwen knows if the cops are planning to charge Sarah with murder anytime soon. Gwen hopes it will be soon. Leo thanks God it wasn’t Gwen who killed Abigail. Gwen can’t believe he thought it was her and asks how she could have from prison. Leo reminds her that the guard said she was missing that one night. Gwen insists that she fell asleep in the library. Leo mocks the idea of her reading in the library and adds that the guard said he couldn’t remember if the night she was missing was the night of Abigail’s murder. Gwen can’t believe Leo didn’t trust her. Leo reminds her that she told him to get a knife and kill Abigail. Gwen claims that she didn’t mean any of that as Chad comes out of the Salem Inn and sees them.

Shawn and Evan come back from the DNA test. Evan asks if Shawn is heading home. Shawn says that Kayla said the results will be ready in an hour, so he’s not going anywhere. Evan says he’s not either. Shawn questions why he’s doing this. Evan responds that it’s his son. Shawn argues that even if it is, Evan’s not exactly father of the year material. Evan tells him to ask Rafe how well he took care of his son David. Shawn tells him to ask Ciara how many times he tried to kill her and Ben. Evan admits he was a little out of control then, but his sole focus is to be a good father to the baby and his brother David. Shawn asks what if he snaps again as he’s not going to let him hurt the innocent baby. Evan insists he wouldn’t hurt his own child and he will be a wonderful father to that little boy. Evan warns Shawn that he will see in one hour that the baby is his.

Gwen tells Chad that she didn’t expect to see him. Chad responds that he would totally expect to see them with their heads together. Leo hopes he wasn’t eavesdropping on their private conversation. Chad says he doesn’t have the slightest interest in anything that either of them have to say. Chad comments on Gwen worming her way out of prison. Gwen knows he hates her but tells him that she’s terribly sorry for what happened to Abigail. Chad brings up the way Gwen treated her. Gwen argues that she was still her sister and she’s very sorry that she’s gone. Gwen mentions the children Thomas and Charlotte and offers to help if he needs anything but Chad tells her that she would be the last person he calls and warns her to stay the hell away from his children as he then walks away.

Xander asks Lucas about new evidence. Lucas informs him that his lawyer asked the cops to do another search of the DiMera Mansion, specifically looking for a paring knife that he cut his hand with and it was on the bar. Xander questions them not finding it the first time they searched the house. Lucas guesses it fell but they did lab work and the only blood found was his which proves he didn’t stab Abigail since it didn’t match her wounds, so they said it was something more like a steak knife. Xander argues that maybe he found another knife in the house. Lucas remembers leaving the house after cutting his hand, just like he remembers seeing Sarah. Xander argues that none of this proves he’s innocent or that Sarah is guilty. Lucas says it proves his story is starting to make sense to the police.

Sarah paces in her room, saying she has to figure out if she killed Abigail but she doesn’t know how. Sarah then writes a note and declares it’s worth a shot as she then exits the room.

Chad goes home to the Horton House where his son Thomas is in the living room. Chad thought Jack and Jennifer were taking the kids to the aquarium but Thomas says he didn’t want to go and chose to stay home with Julie and Doug. Chad asks why he didn’t want to go. Thomas responds that Abigail was supposed to take him, so he doesn’t want to go without her.

Leo comments on Gwen being very quiet. Gwen complains about Leo accusing her of being a murderer when Chad was in ear shot. Leo argues that he didn’t know Chad was lurking around. Gwen just doesn’t want Chad to get any ideas since he already hates her so much as it is. Gwen declares that she didn’t kill Abigail, so she tells Leo to keep his mouth shut. Leo apologizes and offers to make it up to her with a champagne brunch. Gwen questions where he got that kind of money. Leo tells her that he’s good for it and that’s all she needs to know. Gwen points out that he doesn’t have a job. Leo thinks back to stealing the money and jewelry from Abigail’s lockbox. Gwen questions what Leo is not telling her. Leo claims it’s nothing and that he always finds a way to make a buck.

Steve tells John that he knows what he’s talking about is extreme since he was just warning Justin yesterday not to take the law in to his own hands, but then Orpheus threatened his children. Steve asks if John wants to live like this, knowing that Orpheus could come after Marlena, Brady, or Rachel at any time. John admits he doesn’t, but they can’t kill the guy. Steve doesn’t see why not. John questions who he is. Steve reminds John that the ISA told them to take out threats before they could do any harm. John argues that they’re not with the ISA anymore. John says he wants to neutralize Orpheus as much as Steve does, but there has to be another option. Steve responds that if there’s another option, he’d love to hear it. John argues that they could come up with stuff on Orpheus that the government doesn’t even know about, so they could put him away forever. Steve points out that while they are doing research, Orpheus will be two steps ahead. Steve worries that if they don’t take him out now, he thinks something very bad is going to happen.

Orpheus thought it was Marlena’s job to help people. Marlena responds that she can’t help everybody who is in need as her schedule is pretty full and Evan needs the kind of attention that she can’t really give him. Marlena thinks Orpheus is just playing mind games. Orpheus argues that they are talking about his son’s sanity. Marlena apologizes and says she can’t help him but she can find someone who can. Sarah walks in, then apologizes as the door was open so she thought she was alone. Marlena tells her that he was just leaving. Orpheus recognizes Sarah and says they haven’t met yet. Sarah responds that she knows exactly who he is because he’s the reason that her child is dead. Orpheus asks if she’s referring to the accident she was in. Sarah argues that it was no accident because Orpheus and his pervert son kidnapped her mother then one of them swerved in front of Adrienne, killing her and Sarah’s baby. Sarah calls Orpheus a monster. Orpheus says he’s sorry for her loss, but if he’s a monster, what is she. Marlena tells Orpheus to get out. Orpheus says he’s going but tells Sarah that according to the news, he’s not the only one who took a life as he understands Abigail is dead and stabbed to death by her own cousin. Orpheus hopes Marlena can help Sarah find a way to live with herself. Orpheus then walks out of the office. Marlena tells Sarah that she’s so sorry about that as Orpheus is a vile man with no sense of caring and no heart. Sarah complains that Orpheus said it like it was a fact. Marlena argues that he’s just trying to provoke her. Sarah worries, asking what if it is true.

Orpheus finds Evan at the hospital and asks how it’s going. Evan informs him that Shawn got Kayla to run the DNA test, so he just went to check on the results. Orpheus responds that they both know what the result will be. Evan says he’s still nervous since Bradys like to stick together and Shawn still has his son. Orpheus encourages him to relax and not draw attention to himself. Evan asks what he’s doing here. Orpheus informs him that he tried to get Marlena to take Evan on as a patient, but he was unsuccessful. Evan argues that he doesn’t need a shrink. Orpheus disagrees. Evan asks why he pulled him out of Bayview then. Orpheus says he sees now that was a mistake. Evan insists that he’s fine or he will be once he has his son.

Gwen and Leo have a drink and toast to Jake. Xander walks by, so Gwen calls out to him. Xander asks what she wants. Gwen says she can’t stop thinking about yesterday when Sarah attacked her. Xander argues that it wasn’t Sarah’s fault. Gwen says she just wanted to say she’s sorry and tells him not to give up hope since her hallucinations doesn’t necessarily mean she killed Abigail. Gwen adds that she still thinks it was Lucas. Xander informs her that it’s looking more and more like Lucas is innocent.

Chad tells Thomas that he’s sorry as he knows how much he misses his mom. Thomas questions where Chad was. Chad responds that he had to go see someone. Thomas complains that all Chad does now is go and see people. Chad tells him that he’s here now and suggests they go play soccer in the backyard. Thomas says he doesn’t want to. Chad points out that it’s a nice day and they could go to the park. Thomas screams that he said no. Chad argues that he can’t stay cooped up all day, playing video games as it’s not good for him. Thomas screams that he doesn’t care, he doesn’t like it here, and he wants to go home. Chad tells him that’s not an option. Chad suggests they go outside and play Horse, then he can do whatever he wants. Thomas doesn’t want to play with him, complaining that Chad always lets him win. Thomas screams that he just wants his mom back. Chad shouts that he would do anything to bring her back but he can’t as she’s gone and there is nothing they can do about it. Chad apologizes and tries to hug him but Thomas runs away and goes upstairs. Chad shouts that he’s sorry. Chad then picks up Thomas’s tablet that he left behind and sees it was open on a photo of Abigail which makes him cry.

Gwen asks Xander about Lucas’s story checking out. Xander confirms that the police say the paring knife is not the knife that killed Abigail due to the depth of her wounds. Gwen asks if the police foudn the knife yet. Xander says no, but they know what they are looking for as it was a steak knife. Leo then thinks back to the knife he had with his breakfast in the DiMera Tunnels that day as he finishes his drink.

Shawn returns to Evan and informs him that the DNA test results are in. Evan asks what he’s waiting for, so Shawn opens the results. Shawn then shows it to Evan, who excitedly tells Shawn that he told him so.

John tells Steve that he can’t help him on this one, so he’s on his own. Orpheus then walks in to the Pub and tells John that he was just chatting with his lovely wife, but he’s sure Marlena will fill him in later. Orpheus tells them to have a good day and walks away to the bar. Steve then asks John if he still wants to play by the book.

Marlena sits with Sarah and asks if she remembers anything at all about the night that Abigail was killed. Sarah says just that she had it in mind to go see her. Marlena remembers suggesting that to her. Sarah brings up Abigail once telling her that she felt guilty because she was the reason that Kristen got a hold of the drug she gave her. Sarah asks what if she did go see Abigail and hallucinated that she was Kristen. Marlena asks how she can help. Sarah then asks Marlena to hypnotize her like she did Lucas. Marlena agrees to do it if that’s what she wants. Sarah declares that she has to know the truth, even if the truth is that she killed Abigail.

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Johnny and Allie go to see Chanel. Chanel announces that she has decided which one of them she wants to be with. They both say that’s great. Chanel talks about how it’s taken her a long time and she cares about them both. They tell her to just tell them.

Paulina and Kate toast to Jake at the Bistro. Paulina calls Jake a hell of a man even though Kate points out that she didn’t know him. Paulina says she’s taking Kate’s word for it and she’s sorry for her loss. Kate doesn’t know why it’s hitting her like this since Jake dumped her for Gabi.

Ava questions Gabi talking about voting shares when Jake’s body isn’t even cold yet. Gabi complains that EJ is coming after her and wants her job as some of them still work for a living. Ava remarks that some of them aren’t living at all. Ava complains that all Gabi can think about is what Jake’s death is going to cost her. Gabi argues that it’s not personal, it’s business, as if EJ gets his hands on Jake’s DiMera shares, then she has nothing and there’s no way she can stop it. Gabi then declares maybe there is because EJ wouldn’t get Jake’s shares if they went to Jake’s widow. Gabi points out that if Ava and Jake were married, the shares would go to Ava and there’s nothing EJ could do about it. Ava notes the one problem is that they weren’t married. Gabi asks who says?

EJ complains to the portrait of Stefano that he told Chad that he could stay in the house but it was his decision to take his children and move out, so he can’t help it if the house is so eerily quiet. Kristen then walks in and says not anymore as she tells EJ long time no see.

Chanel starts to announce her decision but gets distracted by the cherry pie remains on Johnny’s face. Johnny and Allie explain that they smashed pie in each others’ faces and got a little competitive. Chanel hates what this competition is doing to them, so she wants them to promise that what she’s about to say won’t come between them or throw more pies in each others’ faces. Johnny tells her to just tell them what she decided and he’ll act like a grown up from now on. Allie promises to do the same.

Abe sits at the bar of the Brady Pub with Roman. Roman asks about Chanel having an important talk with Johnny and Allie about the future. Abe says that he and Paulina decided to clear out of the apartment for a bit. Roman jokes that he hopes they put away the breakables before they left. Roman asks how Eli and Lani are doing. Abe responds that Eli got a great apartment in Washington DC while Valerie is helping with the twins and things are working out as well as could be expected. Abe admits he’s missing them like crazy. Roman relates to hoping Lucas and Sami were going to settle down here when they got married but now nothing. Abe asks who would have thought that Lucas would’ve kidnapped Sami and remarks that no one had any idea that it was him. Roman reveals to Abe that some people did as Kate knew and let EJ go to prison for her son’s crime and she let Lucas take Sami off to Europe. Abe tells him that he’s very sorry and asks what that means for he and Kate. Roman declares they are done.

Kate tells Paulina that she was feeling a bit bitter and vindictive, so she used her power to make Jake suffer for what he did to her. Kate says she got her revenge but it didn’t feel right because she was really hurt. Kate admits it took her awhile to open up her heart again and Roman was so patient and kind. Paulina says she felt so bad when Kate told her that Roman broke up with her since they seemed so happy together. Paulina asks what’s wrong with Roman but Kate admits it was her fault.

EJ tells Kristen that he knew she would show up here eventually. Kristen responds that she didn’t come to see him, but to offer her condolence to Chad. EJ informs her that she’s come to the wrong place then because Chad and the children have moved out. Kristen points out that EJ will have even more empty bedrooms here than usual, so she will be moving back in. EJ laughs at that and questions her just deciding that. Kristen says it’s better than crashing with Jake and Ava and the place is very big, so they don’t have to see each other. EJ tells her that he could actually envision them getting close again, so they could join forces and vote Gabi out once and for all to take back their father’s company.

Ava questions Gabi as to who would believe that she married Jake on the same day that he died. Gabi asks if anyone can prove that she didn’t marry him this morning. Ava guesses not and points out that they got robbed right as they bought the ring. Gabi suggests saying it was spur of the moment. Ava tells Gabi to shut up and questions being her partner in crime when the man she loves is lying here dead. Ava reminds Gabi that she actually despises her. Gabi suggests Ava help herself before her life comes crashing down. Ava warns that better not be a threat.

Sonny goes to see Chad at the Horton House with a lasagna that Maggie made for Jack and Jennifer. Chad informs Sonny that he’s not just visiting as he and the kids are staying and just moved in. Sonny sees why he wouldn’t want to stay at the DiMera Mansion but Chad says that’s not why, so Sonny asks what happened. Chad responds that EJ kicked them out.

Kristen tells EJ that she couldn’t double cross Gabi since she’s been very good to her since she’s been out. EJ questions how. Kristen reveals that Gabi put her in charge of Basic Black which is right where she wants to be, between Chloe and Brady. EJ says he knows her so well that she will want to hear him out. Kristen agrees to listen. EJ informs her that he just came in to possession of Chad and Kate’s shares of the company, so if he could have Kristen’s, they could take over the world. EJ says Kristen could keep her position at Basic Black and move in to her old suite here while her daughter Rachel has the one next to her, assuming she wins custody. Kristen stops him and questions how he has Chad’s shares. EJ reveals that Chad betrayed him, so it was the price he had to pay. Kristen asks how she’s supposed to trust that EJ won’t betray her. EJ says he’d be a fool to do that when he needs her shares. EJ asks if they have a deal.

Ava tells Gabi that she’s not going to help her take on EJ DiMera. Gabi warns her not to make such rash statements, pointing out that now that she’s on her own, she doesn’t have a dime so without her help, her life is going to fall apart. Ava questions why Gabi would help her. Gabi says she’s read the company by laws and knows that if Ava and Jake were married, his shares would go directly to her. Gabi tells her to think about the lovely dividends that would go in to her account every month. Ava questions why she’s so concerned with her finances. Gabi admits there is something in it for her as EJ wouldn’t be able to generate enough power to kick her out as CEO. Ava is surprised that Gabi came up with this plan. Ava says if Gabi is right and she gets Jake’s shares, she questions what is to stop her from teaming up with EJ to help bury her.

Chanel tells Allie and Johnny again how hard this decision was, but what hit her was that she and Johnny never would’ve been together. Allie says if she was just honest about her feelings while Johnny argues that they were together. Chanel says she knows and their time together was the most romantic few weeks of her life until he broke her heart in a million pieces when she thought he didn’t love her anymore. Johnny complains that she knows that wasn’t him. Johnny calls her the best thing to ever happen to him and says he never stopped loving her. Chanel declares that she loves both of them, but the person that she wants to be with, hopefully for the rest of her life, is Allie.

Kate informs Paulina that she knew Lucas was the one who kidnapped Sami after she was rescued but kept it to herself. Paulina is surprised but understands that she was protecting her child. Kate points out that it was done at the expense of Roman’s child. Paulina remarks that from what she’s seen of Sami Brady, she can take care of herself. Kate says she’s still Roman’s baby so he won’t forgive her. Paulina compares Abe to Roman and says she’s broken his trust more than once. Paulina says they come from the same place, both started with nothing, and got beaten down by men who claimed to love them so it’s hard to trust after that. Kate appreciates her trying to let her off the hook. Paulina says she has to let herself off the hook if she expects Roman to. Kate clarifies that she doesn’t expect Roman to. Paulina points out that Abe forgave her. Paulina recalls Kate telling her at the hospital to be patient and not to give up on the love between them. Paulina advises Kate to take her own advice and not give up on Roman now.

Abe tells Roman that he’s sorry but asks if he thinks he might be willing to give Kate another chance. Roman says no way after what she did. Abe points out that he said the same thing about Paulina as he thought he would never be able to trust her again, but now they are happily married. Abe says people used to say they need to give happiness a chance and points out that Roman was one of those people.

Chad tells Sonny that he doesn’t know if he could stand living in the DiMera Mansion anymore since everywhere he looked, he saw Abigail and the last time he saw her alive was in their bedroom when they were hoping they had made a new baby. Sonny doesn’t know what to say. Chad says he never wants to see that room again. Sonny tells him that he’s really sorry. Chad says EJ just gave him the push he needed to get them out of that house and it’s a relief since the kids love the Horton house. Chad adds that he doesn’t know what they would do without Jack and Jennifer, so he has no idea what they are going to do when they go back to Boston. Sonny responds that there’s room at the Kiriakis Mansion, so they can stay there as long as they need.

Gabi warns Ava that if she teams up with EJ, her shares won’t be worth a cent because she knows Ava and Jake didn’t get married, so if she double crosses her, she will out her and she’ll be left with nothing. Ava takes it that Gabi is threatening her. Gabi says she can’t take what she doesn’t have. Gabi declares Ava either works with her and they both win or she screws with her and they both go down, so it’s her choice.

Kristen tells EJ that they definitely do not have a deal. EJ points out that he’s offering her a significant upgrade to her current situation. Kristen questions how long it will last since she can call the shots with Gabi. EJ is not so sure as he talks about Gabi being on the outs with Jake since he’s sleeping with Ava. EJ asks how Gabi feels about Kristen living with Jake and Ava. EJ questions since when Kristen has such a close relationship with Jake. Kristen warns EJ not to be a snob, reminding him that she took care of her during his vegetative state. Dr. Rolf then emerges from the DiMera tunnels, interrupting them. EJ questions what the hell he was doing in there. Dr. Rolf responds that he needed somewhere to stay after he was pardoned and he didn’t want to impose. EJ remarks that he thought the house was feeling quite empty. Dr. Rolf guesses EJ hasn’t heard about his dead brother, Jake, leaving EJ and Kristen confused.

Kate appreciates Paulina’s encouragement but doesn’t know if she can take herself off the hook, noting that Roman isn’t the only one having a hard time forgiving her these days since Allie and Will are as well. Paulina doesn’t know Will but feels Allie might be in a more forgiving place after she talks to her daughter. Kate asks why that would be. Paulina reveals that right now, Chanel is telling Johnny and Allie which twin she wants to be with. Kate jokes that she might be in a better place or a worse place, depending on how it goes.

Allie tells Chanel that she is so happy as Johnny steps aside, disappointed. Allie tries to tell Johnny that she’s really sorry but Johnny doesn’t believe her. Chanel says this is why it took her so long to make a decision, because she hated the idea of hurting either one of them. Johnny argues that Chanel can’t say she didn’t feel something between them. Chanel argues that her feelings are still there and that’s why she had to make a list of what she loved about both of them. Chanel says she just had more time with Allie since they are best friends and work together every day, but still love each other which is amazing. Chanel feels they never really had the chance to see where things might go between them and she thinks they deserve that chance but Johnny tells her that he can’t understand that.

Ava argues that Gabi can’t pull this off since the board of directors will want to see a marriage license. Gabi says she will take care of all that because money talks. Ava complains that Jake just died this morning and all she wants to talk about is money. Gabi says she wants to talk about the future. Gabi acknowledges that Jake was not the love of her life but they cared about each other and in the end, they just weren’t right for each other. Gabi says they wanted each other to be happy and she won’t be happy if she loses her job and she knows Jake wouldn’t want to see Ava out on the street. Ava decides she needs time to think about this but Gabi says it’s now or never and asks what it’s going to be.

Sonny tells Chad that he’s serious as he already knows Victor and Maggie would love to have them at the house and how big it is. Sonny adds that his brother Alex is already there. Sonny explains that he didn’t know he was coming to town and just showed up. Chad asks how long he’s staying. Sonny says he’s not going anywhere as he apparently wants to work with him at Titan. Chad asks how Sonny feels about that. Sonny doesn’t know yet as Alex just assumes he will give him a job and guesses there’s no reason not to. Chad says he can think of a few reasons. Chad declares that in his book, working with his brother is a really bad idea.

Dr. Rolf informs EJ and Kristen that Jake was shot by someone attempting to rob him and he was taken to the hospital but they could not save his life. EJ decides he should get there but Kristen asks why since EJ doesn’t give a damn about Jake. EJ argues that someone has to take charge and he is his next of kin. Kristen guesses EJ just doesn’t want anyone to beat him to the shares of stock that Jake owned. EJ admits that he doesn’t. Kristen guesses he doesn’t need her anymore then. EJ points out that Kristen rejected his offer, so he expects her to be gone when he gets back. Kristen mocks EJ’s grief as he exits the mansion. Dr. Rolf questions her. Kristen argues that she barely knew Jake, but she didn’t hate him on sight like the rest of the family. Kristen declares that she’s not racing EJ to the hospital to take advantage of Jake’s death. Dr. Rolf suggests perhaps she should.

Allie questions Johnny not accepting Chanel’s decision. Chanel reminds him that he promised he would. Johnny admits that he did. Johnny calls Allie a lucky woman. Allie says she knows. Johnny offers his hand, so Allie hugs him. Johnny tells Allie to be good to Chanel. Allie says she will. Johnny decides he has to go and says he’ll see them around as he then exits.

Paulina notes that she hasn’t heard from Chanel yet, so she can’t go home and neither can Abe, so he’s hanging out at the Pub. Paulina asks Kate if Abe could count on her support if he ran for Governor. Kate assures that she would and asks if he’s thinking of running. Paulina says she’s planted the seed. Kate responds that Paulina did the same for her as she’s been thinking about what she had to say, so she’s going to go to the Pub to talk to Roman. Paulina encourages Kate to go get her man as Kate then exits.

Roman argues that his situation is a lot different than Abe’s was. Abe asks why since both Kate and Paulina were keeping a secret to protect their children. Roman asks what about his kid. Abe asks if he really believes Lucas would put Sami in danger. Roman points out that he kidnapped her. Abe calls it bad judgment, but he thinks Lucas did it because he loves her so much. Roman says that’s what Kate said and admits he hasn’t been a great judge of character lately since his ex-wife and two of his grandkids got possessed by The Devil and he didn’t have a clue. Roman adds that Clyde Weston is making his chowder right now and soon after he hired him, he bought stolen jewelry and got locked up for Abigail’s murder while now Clyde’s old partner in crime is being let out of jail by the Governor. Abe says calling it a rough year an understatement. Roman questions if Abe has any idea why the Governor would let somebody like Orpheus out of jail early. Abe wishes he knew. Roman remarks that at least he can’t run again in November. Abe mentions that Paulina thinks that he should run for Governor and even invited Governor Mitchell to dinner as part of a big plan to get him to endorse him. Roman assumes that was before the pardons. Abe says that made his seal of approval worthless which means Paulina’s big plan is not going to work out. Roman comments that not a whole lot is working out lately. Roman then goes to check on Abe’s dinner.

Dr. Rolf tells Kristen that he lives by the creed of “What would Stefano Do” and in this case, there’s only one choice to make. Kristen asks if he really thinks he can do it. Dr. Rolf says yes, with her help.

EJ goes to the hospital and tells Kayla that he just heard about his brother. Kayla says she’s so sorry. EJ states that Jake was so young and claims that they had gotten quite close recently which Kayla says she did not know. EJ states that he would like to have Jake’s body buried in the DiMera Crypt. Kayla points out that there is paper work to be filled out by his next of kin, which she guessed was Vivian. EJ argues that Vivian is a convicted felon, so he doesn’t think the hospital wants to enter any agreement with her. Kayla asks who he suggests then. EJ declares that he is the head of the family now, so Kayla goes to get the forms. Gabi approaches EJ and comments that she sees the vultures are already circling. Kayla brings EJ the forms and tells him to read it over before signing. Gabi questions the forms and argues that Jake’s next of kin would be his wife. EJ points out that Jake didn’t have a wife. Gabi responds that he didn’t until this morning.

Ava remains sitting next to Jake’s body and says this morning seems like a dream. Ava talks about how they were so happy when they bought the rings. Ava puts the ring on Jake’s finger and declares that she will always remember this morning and she will always love him.

Kate goes to the Brady Pub and greets Abe. Abe thought she was with Paulina. Kate confirms that they were hanging out and mentions that she heard Abe has been exiled from his apartment. Abe hopes it’s not for much longer. Kate thought she would come by to talk to Roman and asks if he’s around. Roman then comes back to the counter. Kate asks if he has a minute to talk.

Johnny goes to the Bistro and greets Paulina. Johnny informs her that she’s safe to go home now as Chanel announced her decision. Paulina guesses he’s not here to celebrate. Johnny confirms that Chanel wants to be with Allie.

Chanel and Allie sit together and talk about being the happiest women in the world now. Allie tells Chanel that she wants her so bad, but it feels a little weird to celebrate when Johnny is miserable. Chanel knows what she means but asks how long they should wait before they celebrate. Allie doesn’t know as it feels like they’ve been waiting forever. Chanel agrees and says the whole point of being together is to really be together. Allie decides that Chanel is right. Chanel declares that they have waited long enough as she and Allie then kiss.

Chad tells Sonny that he’s sure Alex is nothing like EJ. Sonny is glad Chad was honest and notes that he gets along with Alex fine, but he’s never been his boss before. Chad gets a call from Tony and asks what’s going on. Tony informs Chad of Jake’s death. Chad asks if he’s sure and thanks him for letting him know as he then hangs up. Sonny asks what he said. Chad reveals that Jake was shot and died.

Gabi tells EJ that Ava and Jake got married. EJ questions when this happened. Ava comes over and says it was this morning. Kayla says she did not know. Ava says everything was happening so fast that it didn’t occur to her to tell her, but they were husband and wife. Kayla is sorry to bring this up now but there are forms to be signed by Jake’s legal next of kin, frustrating EJ.

Dr. Rolf asks Kristen if she’s ready to go. Kristen says not until he tells her what sort of help he needs from her. Dr. Rolf complains that there’s no time for explanations as they must act now, so Kristen follows him out.

Roman tells Kate that he doesn’t have time to talk because he just found out his boiler is on the fritz and he doesn’t have a lot to say to her. Roman then walks away. Abe encourages Kate not to give up hope because Roman will come around. Kate says that Paulina said the same thing. Abe adds that he told Roman to give Kate another chance. Kate thanks him but doubts that he’s going to do that. Abe tells her to just give it some time.

Paulina tells Johnny that between them, she was pulling for him.

Allie and Chanel lay in bed together and say “I love you” to each other as they continue kissing.

Sonny doesn’t know what to say to Chad. Chad doesn’t either as he wasn’t that close with Jake but he was Abigail’s friend and now they are both gone.

Gabi tells EJ that it was a nice try. EJ claims to have no idea what she’s talking about. Gabi guesses he was about to sign the next of kin papers but now he can’t get his hands on Jake’s shares of DiMera stock. EJ tells her not to be so sure since this marriage came out of nowhere and is awfully convenient. EJ warns that he will get to the bottom of this and then exits the hospital. Kayla informs Ava that the orderlies are here to pick up Jake’s body and take it to the morgue. Kayla adds that when Ava has made the funeral arrangements, he will be released to her. Ava remarks on having to make funeral arrangements on her wedding day.

Dr. Rolf and Kristen sneak in to Jake’s hospital room, dressed as nurses. Rolf uncovers Jake’s body and asks if he’s ready for his next adventure. Kristen comments that she really hopes he didn’t lose his touch in prison as they then wheel Jake’s body out of the room.

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Tony talks to Allie at the Bakery in the town square and asks where Chanel is. Allie says it’s just her today and mentions having to choose between peach or cherry pie. Allie then notes that Chanel has an important choice of her own to make and she hopes that she makes the right choice. Johnny interrupts and says Chanel is going to choose him.

Chanel paces at home, wondering why it’s so hard to choose between Johnny or Allie. Paulina walks in and questions her still not making a choice. Chanel says she told them that she would decide by today, but she doesn’t know what to do. Paulina tells her that she’s here and she’s on the case.

At the DiMera Mansion, Chad is on the phone, leaving a message for Rafe, complaining that he found out in The Intruder that Sarah was brought in for questioning as apparently she was in the DiMera Mansion on the night of Abigail’s murder. Chad angrily asks Rafe to call him back because he’d really like to know what the hell is going on and why his wife’s murderer isn’t behind bars yet. EJ walks in and wonders if Chad is going to join Abigail’s murderer behind bars. EJ tells Chad that he needs an answer to if he’s going to give him his shares or is he going to send Chad to prison.

Kayla informs Ava that Jake is dead, which shocks her. Ava argues that Kayla is wrong like what happened with Tripp. Kayla calls it a miracle that Tripp is alive but assures that is not the case with Jake and that he’s gone.

Kate goes to the DiMera office and warns Gabi that she has a target on her back because EJ is gunning for her job. Gabi says that’s nothing new. Kate reveals that EJ now has the ammunition to do it because she has signed over her shares to him and she believes Chad is about to do the same.

Chad tells EJ that his latest power play hasn’t been one of his biggest concerns since his wife was murdered and now it turns out that Sarah Horton might have had something to do with it or at least know who did. EJ feels he’s given Chad enough sympathy for his loss but that’s over. EJ argues that Chad and Kate sent him to prison for a crime he did not commit. EJ tells Chad that it’s time to pay the piper and he will accept two forms of repayment for his treachery as discussed. EJ asks if Chad is going to continue grieving in this house or be locked up for his crimes.

Tony questions Chanel having to make a choice. Allie says may the best twin win. Johnny says he will and he’s sure Tony is on his side. Tony wants to remain impartial as he’s very fond of Chanel and it’s her choice alone. Tony wishes them both the best of luck. Allie and Johnny ask which pie he prefers. Tony instead walks away.

Paulina is glad Chanel finally realized she can’t have her cake and eat it too. Chanel knows she has to choose one, but the problem is that she loves them both. Paulina tells her to ask herself what she prefers, penis or vagina? Chanel says it’s not about that for her. Paulina states that sex is very important in a healthy relationship. Chanel figures it’s not the most healthy thing to discuss with her mother. Chanel then admits that sex isn’t a problem with either of them and to her, it’s about the individual person. Paulina suggests breaking it down in pros and cons, then maybe the choice will become clear.

EJ informs Chad that Kate has already chosen to surrender her shares to him, so Chad would do best to do the same. Chad tells EJ that he can have the shares and since he’s in such a hurry to consolidate power to feed his bruised ego, he’ll go upstairs and get the certificates right now. EJ then tells Chad to start packing his belongings too because he wants him out of the house.

Kayla brings Ava to see Jake’s body and tells her to take all the time she needs. Ava sits at Jake’s side and then imagines Jake appearing beside her.

Chanel doesn’t want to do cons because she wants to keep this positive. Paulina agrees that’s the right attitude and asks who to start with. Chanel decides to start with Johnny but says not to read in to it and it’s just that her relationship with Johnny is a lot less complicated so it will be easier to do him first. Paulina asks what she finds appealing about Johnny and what makes them compatible. Chanel talks about Johnny being funny, handsome, and very smart. Paulina adds that he’s also rich. Chanel states that Johnny is persistent and doesn’t give up. Chanel talks about Johnny taking chances and tells a story of Johnny singing karaoke in Italy, winning over her and the crowd. Paulina notes Johnny being fearless and romantic. Paulina comments that Johnny sounds like a keeper to her which Chanel agrees with.

Johnny and Allie compete over pie samples. Allie accuses him of taking credit for her work since she baked the pies. Steve interrupts and asks them what’s good today.

Chad tells EJ that he can’t be serious about him moving out. EJ remarks that Chad doesn’t deserve to live in Stefano’s house since he allowed it to fall in to Gabi’s hands. EJ says if he wasn’t around to get back the deed and title, it may not have been restored to it’s legacy. Chad argues that he’s as much a part of the legacy as he is. EJ calls him a traitor to the legacy and to the family which is why he’s banishing him. Tony walks in with cookies from the bakery but says he’ll come back later. Chad informs Tony that EJ is trying to kick him out of the house. EJ says that’s because Chad is a duplicitous snake.

Gabi tells Kate that she’s proven time and again that she’s the best person to run the company. Kate guesses she has it all figured out. Gabi knows Kate doesn’t have a job right now, but says she is gainfully employed and running a multi-national corporation. Gabi tells Kate to get going. Gabi then gets a call from Rafe. Gabi starts to tell him that she’s busy but Rafe then informs her of Jake’s death. Gabi hangs up in shock and reveals the news to Kate.

Ava slaps her imagination of Jake and tells him that he lied to her about them having a future together and that he’d never leave or that he loved her. Jake says that he did love her. Ava argues that she didn’t want to get hurt again and she didn’t want to lose him. Ava calls herself stupid for believing Jake was going to stay but now he left and she’s alone which is her fault.

Gabi explains to Kate that Rafe said Jake was shot and rushed to the hospital, but he didn’t make it. Gabi states that Jake is gone.

EJ reminds Tony that Chad was willing to let him rot in prison for a crime he did not commit. Tony understands that miscarriage of justice and that EJ has every right to be upset at being wronged, but he doesn’t believe it’s the time to be seeking retribution. Tony brings up that Chad just lost his wife. EJ says he did too. Chad argues that he can’t compare the two when Abigail was stabbed to death while EJ’s wife just walked out on him and he’s sure Sami’s crazy ass will come walking back. EJ warns Chad that he’s in no position to be throwing stones about crazy wives. EJ tells Chad that he did not take Abigail away from him and that what happened was awful and tragic, but it had nothing to do with him. EJ declares that what happened to him on the other hand had everything to do with Chad.

Chanel decides this is too much and she needs to take a break. Chanel says no matter what she chooses, she has to hurt someone that she really cares about and she might break apart a life long friendship between twins. Chanel feels she can’t take that away from them. Paulina argues that the heart wants what the heart wants, so whatever choice she makes, they will recover. Paulina states that Johnny and Allie are both young and resourceful, so she should just take care of herself. Chanel agrees to try. Paulina sees how much she is struggling and suggests putting this on hold but Chanel feels she owes it to them to finish this as she’s kept it up for too long. Paulina decides to move along then to asking what she loves about Allie. Chanel responds that they have this rich past friendship and they are truly best friends, who have known each other for what feels like forever but they still surprise each other. Chanel loves Allie’s laugh, smile, and even her sadness. Chanel says Johnny takes everything in stride while Allie feels the world’s joy and it’s pain. Chanel brings up going for a walk in the town square with Allie the other day and talks about how Allie is an empath. Chanel talks about Allie helping an old man find his wallet and says she’s so connected to everyone in the world, so how could she not want to be connected to her. Paulina gets it and can see why she’s struggling as she can hear in her voice how much she loves them both. Paulina says they are very lucky to have her in their lives. Chanel declares that now she has to choose just one.

Johnny and Allie each try to convince Steve to try their pies. Steve decides to skip the pies and go inside for some cookies. Allie and Johnny argue as Allie then smashes her cherry pie in Johnny’s face. Johnny responds by smashing his peach pie in Allie’s face.

Paulina tells Chanel that she’s sorry but she doesn’t think they are even close to an answer. Chanel thanks her for trying. Paulina doesn’t know who she should choose or who she’s going to choose, but whoever it is will be the luckiest person on the planet because there isn’t enough people in the world to write down all there is to love about her. Paulina hugs Chanel.

Ava’s imagination of Jake tells her that he didn’t mean for this to happen. Ava argues that Jake had to be the tough guy. Jake says he wasn’t going to let anyone take their moment away from them. Ava cries that they could’ve replaced the ring but she can’t replace him and now all she has is the ring and a memory. Ava asks what she’s going to do now. Jake encourages that she will figure it out and then she will be okay. Jake hugs her and says he’s sorry that he’s gone, but he didn’t leave her so he’s not like the others and what they had was really special even if it didn’t last very long and she will carry that with her for the rest of her life. Ava cries that she will.

Gabi cries about how she just left a horrible voicemail for Jake, screaming at him for not showing up to work and she feels so stupid. Kate encourages that there’s no way she could’ve known and she’s sorry for her loss. Kate knows Gabi moved on but that Jake meant a lot to her. Gabi acknowledges that he meant a lot to Kate too as they hug.

EJ states that he did not kill Abigail but he’s shocked he hasn’t been framed for that. EJ argues that he lost Sami because of Chad’s shameful disloyalty to him and the family and his malicious lies. Chad owns his part in coming between he and Sami, but EJ slept with Sami’s sister all on his own. EJ says that he and Belle are through. Chad guesses he has more free time now to blame him for all his problems. EJ says it’s none of his concern since Chad is moving out. Tony argues that this is their family abode, bringing up Chad’s children, Thomas and Charlotte, and how this is the only home they’ve ever known. EJ remarks that the children are welcome to stay. Chad says he would never leave his children with him, so they are coming with him because it’s clear there’s not enough room for anything in the mansion but EJ’s bruised ego, self pity, and paranoia. Chad then storms out as EJ shouts after him to not let the door hit him on the way out and to not forget to get his certificates to give him his shares.

Allie and Johnny argue over who Chanel is going to choose. Allie threatens him with another pie but Johnny gets a text so he calls for a truce. Johnny pulls out his phone and sees it’s from Chanel, saying she wants to see them. Allie guesses that Chanel is ready to choose.

Kate has a drink at the Bistro and thinks back to her relationship with Jake. Paulina enters and asks why Kate is drinking all alone and where her handsome boyfriend Roman is. Kate reveals that they broke up. Paulina says she’s sorry to hear that and asks if Kate is drowning her sorrows. Kate informs her that she actually just found out that someone she was close to has passed away.

Ava cries over Jake’s body until Gabi storms in and questions what Ava did to him, accusing her of pulling Jake back in to her mob nonsense. Ava tells Gabi that she has no idea what she’s talking about and explains they were mugged as someone tried to steal her ring. Gabi is surprised to find out that they were engaged, which Ava confirms. Gabi apologizes and says their breakup was really bad but he still always had her back and even voted his DiMera shares so EJ and Chad wouldn’t kick her to the curb.

Tony sees how much EJ is hurting. EJ responds that he’s not himself or maybe he is. EJ has a drink and says there’s not enough liquor in the world. Tony brings up that Chad is in pain too and says Stefano used to lash out like this too when he was hurting, but he put family first no matter their differences or how badly they hurt each other.

Chad goes to his room and retrieves the certificate of DiMera shares. He goes to leave but stops and looks back at the bed.

Chad goes back to the living room and gives them to EJ. EJ then stops Chad and says he doesn’t want him to go. Chad brings up that he hasn’t spent a single night in his room since Abigail died as he’s been sleeping in the guest room like a guest in his own home, but it doesn’t feel like that now. Chad declares this is not his home anymore without Abigail. Chad tells EJ that he will have Harold pack up the rest of his things as he then exits.

Johnny and Allie go to see Chanel. Chanel announces that she has decided which one of them she wants to be with.

Paulina tells Kate that she’s sorry about her loss as even the ones who break their hearts still keep a place there. Paulina and Kate toast to Jake.

Steve goes to the hospital, where Kayla informs him that there was nothing they could do for Jake. Steve feels bad for Ava.

Ava questions Gabi talking about voting shares when Jake’s body isn’t even cold yet. Gabi complains that EJ is coming after her and wants her job as some of them still work for a living. Ava remarks that some of them aren’t living at all. Ava complains that all Gabi can think about is what Jake’s death is going to cost her. Gabi argues that it’s not personal, it’s business, as if EJ gets his hands on Jake’s DiMera shares, then she has nothing and there’s no way she can stop it. Gabi then declares maybe there is because EJ wouldn’t get Jake’s shares if they went to Jake’s widow.

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Sonny goes to the Kiriakis Mansion looking for Victor, but is shocked to instead find his half-brother, Alex Kiriakis (now played by Robert Scott Wilson), who says he is not Victor. Sonny questions what Alex is doing here. Alex asks if that’s any way to greet his big brother as he gives Sonny a big hug.

Justin meets with Steve at the Brady Pub and asks what was important that he wanted to talk about. Steve shows Justin the article about Orpheus walking free.

Eric offers to take Nicole to the hospital, but she says she can drive herself. Rafe points out that Nicole can barely even walk. Eric says he’s sure Rafe needs to catch the guy, so he will give Nicole a ride. Rafe thanks him and asks Nicole if she’s sure she’ll be alright. Nicole assures Rafe that she’ll be fine and tells Rafe to just get the man. Rafe kisses her and says he’ll call as soon as he knows anything. Rafe tells Eric to take good care of her. Eric then helps Nicole up and they walk away together.

Ava tells the man to relax and he can have the ring but Jake says no. Jake tells the man that they just got engaged and to put the gun down. Jake warns that he doesn’t know who he’s messing with and walks towards him, so the man then shoots Jake. Jake then collapses in Ava’s arms.

Alex tells Sonny to come swim with him but he declines. Alex talks about the setup of the Kiriakis Mansion. Sonny asks him what he’s doing here. Alex asks if he really needs a reason to come back and visit the family homestead. Sonny asks if it’s just a visit. Alex says it was originally but he might stay awhile. Alex calls it really strange that he felt right at home the second he stepped foot in Salem.

Eric brings Nicole to the hospital. She thanks him for bringing her and being so kind, but says she’s here now so he can go. Eric refuses to leave until he knows she’s okay. Nicole insists that she’s fine. Eric says what happened in the park was some serious trauma. Nicole blows it off as not being her first. Eric tells her to stop pretending like she wasn’t scared when a man just attacked her with a gun. Eric declares that he’s not leaving and is staying right here whether she likes it or not.

Rafe calls to send all available units to the town square. Jada joins him and asks about a robbery. Rafe informs her that the man tried to steal from the tip jar at the Brady Pub, then came to the park and pulled a gun on someone. Jada asks if he’s still out there. Rafe says he couldn’t have gotten far and is considered armed and dangerous.

Ava checks on Jake and tries to encourage him to stay with her as he loses consciousness. Ava screams for help and tells Jake not to die on her.

Alex gets the impression that Sonny is not happy to see him. Sonny says he’s just a little surprised since Alex seemed pretty locked in with the business in Phoenix and when he said he was taking the job at Titan, Alex said they could handle it. Alex assures that they are and that Joe and Victor have it handled. Sonny asks if he’s fine with them running it without him. Alex complains that they are always trying to tell him what to do anyway, so he figured he’d let them do their own thing. Alex says they have a different vision for the company and they were second guessing every decision he made. Alex points out that he’s still family. Sonny asks if that’s the only reason he left. Alex didn’t want business to come between he and his brothers, so he figured he’d step out and come to Salem to see some of the family. Alex asks where everyone is. Bonnie walks in looking for Justin. Alex introduces himself. Bonnie says it’s so nice to meet him and starts to introduce herself but Alex acknowledges her as the woman who killed his mother.

Steve questions Governor Mitchell going along with the pardons. Justin responds that it’s because he’s corrupt and accepts bribes. Steve argues that he didn’t even try to hide it. Steve adds that he’s less interested in how Orpheus managed to get out than what Justin plans to do about it. Justin asks what he means. Steve reminds Justin that Orpheus is the man responsible for Adrienne’s death and asks if Justin plans to go after him.

Eric has Nicole set up in a hospital room as Kayla comes in and asks what happened. Nicole responds that it’s nothing serious and she just twisted her ankle. Eric argues that it was hardly nothing as a guy attacked her in the park and pulled a gun on her. Kayla says that must have been terrifying. Nicole is thankful that Eric came when he did. Kayla questions if Eric fought off an attacker. Eric clarifies that he just talked to him and wishes he was able to stop him. Nicole hopes they catch him soon and knows Rafe won’t stop until he does.

Jada and Rafe talk about catching this guy. Rafe says he got a pretty good description and reveals that his wife Nicole is the one who was attacked. Jada says she’s sorry and asks if she’s okay. Rafe says she will be but she’s pretty rattled since the guy threw her to the ground and she sprained her ankle. Jada asks where she is. Rafe says she’s at the hospital getting checked out. Jada asks if she’s by herself. Rafe responds that she is with her ex-husband which Jada questions. Rafe says it’s not like that and that he just happened to be at the scene. Rafe tells Jada to just focus on finding the guy. Rafe then gets a message about shots being fired.

Ava tries to wake Jake up. The man asks if Jake is dead. Ava says he’s not and calls the man a son of a bitch. The man asks what she expected him to do and blames Jake for not just giving him the ring. Ava tells the man to just take the ring then. He says he doesn’t want it now. Ava questions what is wrong with him. Ava pulls out her phone to call for an ambulance but the man raises his gun and tells her to put the phone away as she’s not calling anybody. Ava questions if he’s going to shoot her now too. He responds that it’s nothing personal but he can’t have any witnesses.

Bonnie claims not to know what Alex means. Alex says a few years ago, Bonnie was posing as Sonny’s mom Adrienne, and killed his mother, Anjelica Deveraux. Bonnie responds that she didn’t kill Anjelica. Sonny backs her up and says Anjelica died from a heart attack. Alex points out that it was in Bonnie’s hotel room and he heard that she left her for dead. Alex asks Bonnie for one good reason why he shouldn’t return the favor.

Justin asks if Steve is worried he’s going to murder Orpheus. Steve says it’s not exactly a big leap and reminds Justin of what he did the last time he was in a room with Orpheus and pulled a gun on him while in police custody. Justin recalls Steve asking him to turn the gun over to him so he could do it himself, but he was just playing him to get the gun out of his hand. Steve argues that he was trying to save him from throwing his life away. Justin argues that he could’ve made that decision on his own. Steve says Justin was grieving and not in his right mind. Justin feels he was pretty clear. Steve says this is what he’s talking about since Justin sounds like he feels cheated, like he wishes he pulled the trigger. Steve needs to make sure that Justin is not planning on finishing the job. Orpheus then enters the Pub and says he’d like to know the answer to that himself.

Kayla gets Nicole’s ankle wrapped and thinks it’s just a bad sprain, suggesting she stay off of it, rest it, and ice it for a few days. Eric asks if there’s anything else treatment wise. Kayla says she can just use pain meds unless it gets worse. Nicole says it feels pretty good, so she should be good to go. Nicole admits that she would feel better if Rafe gets that maniac off the streets.

Rafe informs Jada that shots were fired outside the jewelry store in the town square, so they head that way.

Ava tells the man that she doesn’t know what’s going on in his life but he doesn’t need to shoot her. Ava doesn’t give a damn about getting him arrested, she just needs to get an ambulance for her boyfriend. The man screams to put her phone down. Ava tells him to just go and she won’t tell anyone what she saw. The man argues that as soon as he turns around, she’ll call 911 and he’ll have the entire police force after him and he’ll be stuck. He declares that he can’t have that. He says he’s sorry but at least she gets to be with her boyfriend. Rafe and Jada arrive, ordering him to drop his gun. He doesn’t respond, so Jada shoots him.

Orpheus sits at Steve and Justin’s table, saying he’s sorry to drop in unannounced but he figured they might take exception to his release. Justin wonders why he would think that. Steve asks what he wants. Orpheus says he’s not one to sit back and let things happen, so rather than wait for them to appear at his door, he thought he would come by and say hi, to get a sense of their intentions. Orpheus asks Justin if he intends to come after him. Justin asks if he thinks he’d tell him if he was. Orpheus says Justin has always been straightforward and has never hid his animosity towards him, though he claims it’s based on a misunderstanding which Justin questions. Justin argues that Orpheus killed his wife. Orpheus calls it an accident, saying he did not intend to hurt Adrienne and she was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Justin calls him a cold son of a bitch. Steve tells Orpheus that he’s not making things better. Orpheus says he’s just stating facts. Justin says the facts are that Orpheus ran Adrienne off the road and was too busy framing Maggie to call for help. Orpheus admits he was busy tying up loose ends but he’s not making any excuses. Orpheus tells Justin that he’s truly sorry for his loss, but he has to get on with his life, so he’s here to find out if he should expect retaliation from either of them. Justin responds that when he lost Adrienne, he didn’t think he had anything left except to kill him but Steve convinced him that he shouldn’t blow him away. Justin says he realized he still had a lot to live for like four sons, a granddaughter, and he was lucky enough to find love again. Justin adds that if he killed Orpheus, he would’ve tossed all of that away. Justin promises that Orpheus’ miserable life isn’t worth one second of his time with the people he loves. Orpheus asks if they are good then. Justin responds that they are far from good and he eagerly anticipates him rotting in Hell, but he’s not going after him because he’s already dead to him. Justin tells Steve it was good to see him again and then storms out of the Pub.

Alex wraps a necktie around his hands as Sonny questions what the hell he’s doing. Bonnie argues that she didn’t mean to leave Anjelica in the hotel room. Alex points out that she did and Anjelica died. Bonnie cries that it was Anjelica’s idea for her to pose as Adrienne. Alex mocks the idea of her being innocent. Alex asks if she never thought she’d leave trail of bodies behind. Sonny tells Alex to put the tie down. Bonnie cries that she’s really sorry and knows she made a billion mistakes, but she was just desperate to stay out of prison. Sonny backs her up and says they’ve all forgiven her, including Justin. Bonnie says she’s really sorry about Anjelica. Alex then tosses the tie and laughs it off as a joke and points out the looks on their faces. Alex asks if he looks like the Necktie Killer or something. Sonny can’t believe it was a joke. Alex calls it a test. Bonnie is relieved as Alex says he just wanted to see how she would react. Alex adds that he’s not happy about what happened to his mother, but he knows she wasn’t a saint so he’d be willing to bet that she put herself in the position. Bonnie asks if he really doesn’t hate her. Alex says Justin says that she makes him happy, so he can’t be mad at her. Alex comments that what Bonnie did to Sonny’s mom was way worse and he was able to forgive him. Alex then hugs Bonnie.

Rafe checks the man and removes the gun. Rafe confirms the man is dead from Jada’s shot and instructs her to call it in. Jada calls in two shootings in the park, one deceased and another victim in critical condition. Rafe checks on Jake and notes that his pulse is weak but it’s there. Ava worries that he’s lost so much blood and she can’t get it to stop. Rafe removes his jacket to cover the wound and assures Ava that the EMTs will be there shortly. Ava asks how this could happen to Jake as Rafe encourages that he’s going to be okay.

Alex says he said what he had to say and got it out of his system but he doesn’t believe in holding on to bad feelings or negative energy. Alex talks about taking a swim when he greeted his brother. Bonnie acknowledges that Alex likes to keep in shape and points out his abs as she touches them. Justin then walks in and comments that he sees Bonnie met his son. Alex hugs Justin and says now it’s a party.

Kayla tells Nicole that a nurse will be in with her crutches and then she’ll be on her way. Nicole and Eric thank her. Kayla suggests Nicole make an appointment with Marlena to talk this out because everything may seem okay now but PTSD can hit when you least expect it. Kayla gets paged about an incoming gunshot victim and exits the room. Nicole tells Eric that if he hadn’t shown up when he did, that gunshot victim might have been her.

Rafe, Jada, and Ava are with EMTs as they bring Jake in to the hospital where Kayla greets them. Rafe calls it another robbery gone bad. Ava points out that he’s lost a lot of blood. Kayla asks if Ava is alright. She assures that she is and tells Kayla to just help Jake. Kayla agrees to do everything she can. Kayla can’t find an exit wound and calls to get him in to surgery. Ava says he has to make it. Kayla agrees to come talk to her as soon as she knows anything. Jada suggests they go sit in the waiting room while they need to do what they need to do. Rafe tells Ava that he knows they’ve been through a lot, but he’s here for her if she needs him.

Justin asks Alex what prompted his visit to Salem. Sonny says apparently it’s not just a visit and he’s thinking about staying for a little while. Bonnie says that’s great and they are happy to have him. Justin asks what about the business in Phoenix. Alex says he needed a little break and thought it would be nice to see some family. Justin says Victor and Maggie will be thrilled to see him. Justin asks if they are talking a few weeks. Alex says he thought so originally but after seeing how relaxing this place is, he might just take the summer off. Sonny questions that. Alex says it beats hanging out in a blistering Arizona desert and he gets to spend a couple more months with his baby brother. Alex decides he and Sonny are going to go work out and Sonny’s going to show him around town. Sonny says that sounds awesome but Titan has him pretty busy right now. Alex suggests maybe he’ll come work with Sonny then.

Steve tells Orpheus that he can save the innocent act for someone who doesn’t know him as they both know he got the pardon for a reason. Orpheus doesn’t know what he’s implying and claims he did his best to be a model prisoner and is now just trying to stay clean. Orpheus adds that he needs to find himself some gainful employment, so he asks if the Brady Pub is still hiring since his old pal Clyde is working here and Roman’s in the second chance business. Steve questions if he thinks this is only his second chance. Orpheus says sometimes it takes a few for it to stick. Orpheus knows he’s caused his share of pain, especially to Steve’s family, but says all that is behind him now. Orpheus says instead of the infamous villain Orpheus, he could just be Milo Harp, short order cook. Steve responds that if he really wants that kind of work, there are a lot of restaurants outside of Salem. Steve asks why he would stay here where everyone despises him. Orpheus says maybe he likes it here. Steve warns that he’ll never be able to live down his past, so if he’s really serious about cleaning up his act, he should go somewhere else and get a fresh start. Orpheus agrees that maybe it makes more sense and remarks that he’s always wanted to live out West. Orpheus brings up Seattle and suggests he could look in on Steve’s kids there.

Nicole gets her crutches. Rafe comes in and asks how she’s doing. Nicole says it’s just a sprain so she’ll be fine. Rafe asks how she’s feeling. Nicole says Kayla wrapped it up nice so it’s good and now she’s working on her crutches. Nicole asks if he had any luck on finding the guy who attacked her. Rafe confirms they found him. Eric asks if he’s in custody. Rafe responds that he’s dead which shocks Nicole. Rafe explains that he and Jada came upon the man as he was in the midst of another robbery. Eric asks who else he tried to rob. Rafe says it was Ava. Nicole asks if she was alright. Rafe confirms that she is as the man was going to shoot her but Jada shot him first. Eric hates to hear about the loss of a human life. Eric adds that they should be grateful that nobody else is going to get hurt. Rafe responds that is unfortunately not the case since Jake was with Ava and before they got to the scene, the man had shot Jake. Eric realizes that’s who Kayla got paged to as the gunshot victim. Rafe confirms that Jake is being rushed into surgery as they speak and they don’t know anything else. Rafe tells Nicole that he’s just glad she is okay. Eric guesses Rafe can handle things from here. Rafe apologizes to Eric for how he reacted at the park. Eric tells him he doesn’t have to apologize. Rafe thanks Eric again for bringing Nicole to the hospital. Nicole thanks him as well. Eric reminds Nicole to take it easy and rest well as he then exits the room.

Ava stares at her hands, covered in Jake’s blood. Jada asks if there’s anything she can get her. Ava thanks her but says no, insisting she’s fine since she’s not the one who just took a bullet. Jada knows they just met but brings up that her father used to work at the hospital and she hears they are the best, so Jake is in good hands. Jada asks if Ava wants to talk about it. Ava responds that she doesn’t know what Jada has heard about her, but this isn’t the first time she’s seen somebody shot in front of her. Ava says with the life she grew up in, it was pretty regular but seeing someone you care about bleeding out in front of you on the ground is something you never get used to. Jada comments that it sounds like Ava loves Jake very much. Ava admits she finally thought she could hold onto the person she loves but she will not be weak. Jada encourages that she’s not weak, just scared. Jada offers to get her a water and a granola bar but Ava says she’s not hungry. Jada points out that Jake might be in surgery for awhile, so she needs to keep her strength up. Ava then gives in, so Jada goes to get it for her. Ava looks down at her engagement ring.

Steve stands up and questions if Orpheus is threatening his children. Orpheus responds that he didn’t threaten anyone. Steve warns him not to go anywhere near his children. Orpheus says that Steve is the one who suggested he leave town. Steve asks what kind of game he is playing. Orpheus says it’s no game, but him moving will create trouble then he’ll stay in Salem. Orpheus guesses he’ll be seeing him as he then exits the Pub.

Sonny questions Alex wanting to work with him at Titan. Alex asks if he doesn’t want him to. Sonny says he doesn’t have a problem with it but he just said he wants to take the summer off. Sonny suggests he just stay in Phoenix with the twins but Alex says he’s sick and tired of knocking heads with them. Justin didn’t know they were having issues. Alex says they just have different ways of thinking, especially when it comes to business. Sonny asks what about them. Alex says they’ve always been good and he’s always gotten him. Sonny agrees that he does. Alex tells him they could be working together again and how awesome that will be as he hugs him.

Jada goes to get water and a granola bar for Ava. Eric runs in to her and asks what’s wrong. Jada responds that she killed a man in the line of duty today. Eric knows it must be upsetting. Jada argues that it shouldn’t be since he was about to shoot Ava, so she knows she did the right thing and it’s her job. Eric understands it’s a heavy situation. Jada adds that it will never get easier. Eric encourages that she should be proud of herself for saving somebody’s life today.

Nicole asks Rafe how badly Jake was hurt and if he’s going to make it. Rafe says he doesn’t know. Nicole asks how Ava is holding up. Rafe admits she’s not good. Nicole had no idea they were so close. Rafe admits he didn’t either, but seeing how broken up she was, he can tell it’s really serious between them. Nicole kisses Rafe.

Kayla comes out so Ava asks how Jake is and if surgery is over. Kayla reveals there was no surgery. Ava questions what she’s talking about. Kayla informs Ava that Jake’s heart stopped on the way to the operating room, so they took him to the ER and did everything they could but they could not get his heart beating again. Ava can’t believe it as Kayla announces that she’s sorry, but Jake didn’t make it.

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Chloe is shocked as Kristen announces herself as the new boss of Basic Black. Brady tells her to get out but Kristen assures that she is in charge now and says they can call Gabi if they don’t believe her.

Sonny goes to the DiMera Office and tells Gabi that they need to talk as it’s an emergency about business. Sonny explains that he had his eye on a small but promising company in London and the deal was all but done until someone swooped in and took it from him. Sonny thinks that person was Gabi.

Jake doesn’t like that Ava feels he’s not serious about this relationship and he really doesn’t want her feeling like an also ran because she’s not. Jake repeats that Gabi is not the love of his life and Gwen certainly wasn’t either, but maybe Ava could be. Ava asks if Jake is saying he wants to marry her. Jake wants her to believe as much as he does, that he’s serious about this relationship and that they have a future. Ava asks if he doesn’t think rings are silly. Jake says no and tells Ava that she’s his first and only choice as he doesn’t want to be with anyone else but her.

The tattooed young man grabs Nicole and pulls a gun on her while Eric tells Nicole to stay calm and that everything be okay. The man questions Eric and Nicole knowing each other and asks if she’s his wife or something. Eric responds that she is his friend. Eric says they don’t want any trouble and asks him to just let Nicole go. He warns Eric to tell Nicole to give him her purse or he will shoot her now.

Ava tells Jake that he doesn’t need to buy her a diamond ring just because she was feeling insecure. Jake says he doesn’t have to but he wants to. Ava asks if he wants to get married. Jake says eventually, but he doesn’t want there to be any pressure as it could be a year or two from now, whatever she’s comfortable with. Ava asks if this would be an engagement ring. Jake confirms it’s a way to signal to the world that they plan to be husband and wife and telling each other they are in it for the long haul. Ava asks if he’s sure this is what he wants. Jake assures that she is and suggests they make it official.

Sonny asks Gabi if she bought the company or not. Gabi says she’s never even heard of it. Sonny argues that Gabi is trying to make a good impression as CEO by snatching a promising acquisition out of her biggest rival’s hands. Gabi tells Sonny to go as he’s wasting her time and she’s busy. Sonny says he will leave after she admits that she got up early and closed the deal this morning. Gabi reveals that she was dealing with Kristen DiMera this morning because she’s out of prison as the Governor granted her a pardon. Sonny calls that shocking. Gabi adds that she walked in and found Kristen sitting in her chair. Sonny asks if Kristen is after her job. Gabi says that’s what she thought, but she actually wanted back in at Basic Black. Gabi notes that she and Li agreed that it wasn’t worth fighting her about it, so Kristen is Brady and Chloe’s problem now.

Kristen informs Brady and Chloe that Gabi approved of her new position. Brady questions why she would do that. Kristen explains that Gabi owed her from the last shareholders meeting when EJ and Chad tried to boot Gabi out, so now she’s just showing her gratitude. Chloe takes that as Kristen didn’t give Gabi a choice. Brady tells Kristen that he and Nicole run Basic Black and have multi-year deals, so it would cost DiMera a fortune to buy them out and the board would never go for it. Kristen says that Brady and Nicole are still co-CEOs, but she’s their boss because she is DiMera’s new executive in charge of Basic Black. Brady questions what that means. Kristen responds that Brady, Nicole, and Chloe will all have to report to her.

Eric tries to get through to the man, telling him to just lower the gun and walk away with no harm, no foul. The man accuses Eric of lying to him, just like at the Pub. Nicole questions what he’s talking about. He explains that Eric caught him taking tips and acted like he wanted to help him. Eric says he does but the man asks why he followed him then. Eric tries to explain that he didn’t and had just gone for a run but he doesn’t believe him. He accuses Eric of tailing him and believes that as soon as he lets Nicole go, he will call the cops. He mentions that he’s been to prison before and he’s not going back. Eric says he doesn’t want him to go to prison and he’s just trying to help him. Nicole tells him that Eric is telling the truth. The man continues to demand Nicole’s purse or he will blow her away. Eric understands he needs the money which means he doesn’t have a job. Eric understands no one will hire him with a record and he can’t keep food in the house or a roof over his head otherwise. Eric tells him that there is a solution and no one has to get hurt. Eric swears that he won’t call the cops and he just wants him to put the gun away and let Nicole go. Eric repeats that there will be no cops and asks him to just hand over the gun. He lowers the gun which relieves Nicole. Eric asks him to then hand it over, but he instead shoves Nicole down into Eric and runs off.

Ava tells Jake that they haven’t even said “I love you” and he wants to get engaged. Jake then tells Ava that he loves her which she questions. Jake says he was trying to tell her at the apartment but he didn’t want to scare her off. Ava responds that she loves him too as they kiss. Ava jokes that this is new to her so she doesn’t know what to say or do. Jake says if she’s on board, all she has to do is nod her head and he’ll go to the jewelry store to surprise her with a diamond. Jake says he’ll be right back, kisses her, and heads to the store.

At the Kiriakis Mansion, Sarah worries to Maggie about what if she killed Abigail. Maggie argues that she was her cousin and she loved her, so there is no way she would have ever hurt her. Sarah says not in her right mind, but they both know she’s not. Maggie argues that her medication is working and her hallucinations are under control. Maggie promises that everything is going to work out but Sarah complains that they don’t know that. Sarah admits she’s so scared. Maggie insists that she is not to blame and none of this is her fault. Sarah agrees that this is all on Kristen and Gwen.

Gwen shows up at Xander’s door at the Salem Inn and says she needs to talk to him. Xander says he has nothing to say. Gwen says it won’t take long and promises it’s really important, so he allows her in. Xander tells her to turn around while he puts some clothes on. Gwen jokes that it’s nothing she hasn’t seen before.

Brady tells Kristen that they aren’t impressed with her title. Chloe argues that obviously Gabi gave it to her to get her off her back. Brady states that he and Nicole still run what’s important around here. Kristen says it will be subject to her approval. Brady declares that he’s done with this and they are going to get some coffee. Kristen stops them and says they aren’t done yet as she has a very important announcement. Brady asks what it is. Kristen announces she has made her first executive decision and then tells Chloe that she’s fired. Chloe argues that Kristen can’t fire her. Brady backs her up, noting that there are contracts that say he and Nicole have final say on all personnel decisions. Kristen says she was just having a little fun and was creating the future she wants where Chloe is just a bad memory. Chloe reminds Kristen that she has no power to force her out. Kristen threatens to make Chloe’s life so miserable that she will want to quit.

Sarah tells Maggie that she’s also stressing out because she and Xander ran in to Gwen last night. Maggie can’t believe she was pardoned. Sarah complains that Gwen caused so much pain and suffering just because she wanted to hold on to Xander. Sarah worries about if Gwen goes after Xander again. Maggie says she would be a fool because she knows he loves Sarah. Sarah says she should’ve just married Xander when she had the chance since they wanted to finish the wedding while she wanted to go to the police station to answer their questions. Maggie understands Sarah wanted to do whatever she could to help. Sarah responds that everyone wants to know if she killed her cousin and she can’t tell them. Maggie encourages that she’s sure she didn’t. Sarah reminds her that Lucas saw her at the crime scene on the night of the murder. Maggie reminds her that Lucas was drunk. Sarah talks about how it was a real specific memory of her running down the stairs upset and dropping something which could’ve been the murder weapon. Maggie calls it impossible but Sarah says it’s not. Sarah reveals to Maggie that during one of her hallucinations, she threatened Chanel with a knife so what if she did the same to Abigail and stabbed her, thinking she was Kristen. Maggie points out that Sarah has been fully cooperating with the police and no one has accused her of a crime, so she needs to live her life and have her wedding like she planned. Maggie states that she’s available. Sarah starts to argue but Maggie tells her that she needs to be happy and there’s no reason she can’t be. Maggie suggests Sarah go find Xander and they will have a do over, so she will be married within the hour. Maggie asks how that works to relieve her stress. Sarah calls it perfect and thanks her as they hug. Maggie says she loves her as Sarah then goes to find Xander.

Xander asks Gwen what is so important. Gwen asks if he read the story today in the Intruder. Xander confirms he saw the story about her and the rest of the criminals being released from prison and it made him sick. Gwen clarifies that she meant the article about Sarah brought in for questioning about Abigail’s murder. Xander argues that she wasn’t brought in as she went voluntarily to help the police figure out who killed her cousin. Gwen argues that the story implied that Sarah’s a suspect. Xander points out that it’s The Intruder and he’s surprised they didn’t imply that she was an alien. Xander tells Gwen to ignore what she read because Sarah is innocent. Gwen asks if he’s sure since she’s been suffering from hallucinations. Xander questions how she knew about that. Gwen says Sarah told her when she came to visit her in prison. Gwen asks if it’s true that Sarah sees Kristen everywhere, wanting to kill her. Xander remarks that she has some nerve bringing that up when it’s all her fault. Gwen agrees and claims that she would feel so terrible if she’s the reason that Sarah snapped and killed Abigail. Gwen points out that she is free and her sister is dead. Gwen wishes she could’ve been there to help and says she would’ve done anything in her power to save Abigail.

Eric checks on Nicole, who says she is okay. Nicole tells Eric that she’s so sorry as the man got away and it’s all her fault. Eric tells her it’s not her fault. Nicole points out that he could’ve gone after him but he stayed here to help her. Eric assures he wasn’t going to leave her here alone. Nicole thanks him and talks about how the man came out of the bushes and she was so scared. Nicole cries that she doesn’t know what would’ve happened if Eric didn’t come around when he did. Eric hugs her and tells her it’s okay as he’s here and not going anywhere. Rafe then approaches and sees them. Rafe, looking disgusted, orders Eric to get his damn hands off his wife.

Chloe doesn’t know what Kristen thinks she will accomplish by trying to force her out. Brady adds that Kristen would only be hurting the company because Chloe is a very valuable asset. Kristen remarks that Brady’s always been blind to Chloe’s shortcomings. Brady argues that they need Chloe here which Kristen disagrees with, saying she’s just in the way. Chloe says that’s in the way of Kristen trying to get Brady back and it’s obvious that this is all about Kristen’s sick obsession with Brady. Kristen accuses Chloe of moving in on her family and asks if she actually thinks she can replace her. Chloe questions if Kristen thinks getting her to quit will give her another shot with Brady. Chloe tells Kristen that any stunt she pulls won’t change a thing because her and Brady will be together and there’s not a damn thing Kristen can do about it. Chloe then kisses Brady in front of Kristen.

Sonny comments that it must be hard for Gabi, knowing Jake and Ava are together. Gabi admits that at first, she was angry and disgusted at the thought of Ava being in his bed but the more she thought about it, the more she realized that she and Jake were never really right for each other. Sonny questions why she invited him back to DiMera then. Gabi says just because they weren’t right as a couple doesn’t mean he’s not right for business as they make a good team. Gabi adds that Jake isn’t the only one who has moved on since she is with Li Shin now. Sonny at first thinks she means Li’s father, Mr. Shin, but Gabi clarifies and then Sonny acknowledges that Li is hot and asks how long that’s been going on. Gabi says it’s been a little over a month. Sonny asks if she really thinks it’s a good idea to get involved with someone she’s in business with. Gabi says she can’t help that she’s attracted to driven, ambitious men. Gabi adds that Li is her equal so there is no ulterior motive, they are just colleagues who enjoy each others’ company outside of the office. Sonny asks if it’s serious. Gabi responds that she likes him and they are having a fun time. Gabi admits that Li is not the love of her life, as there was only one of those and that was Stefan. Gabi declares there will never be another love like that for her again.

Jake returns to Ava in the town square and says he picked out the most beautiful ring they had and hopes that she agrees. Jake presents the ring to Ava, but she says she’s sorry as she cannot accept that.

Gwen cries that it’s all her fault. Xander tells her to pull it together. Gwen talks about Abigail’s children and how their lives are never going to be the same and she did this to them. Gwen calls herself a monster. Xander hugs her as she cries until Sarah walks in. Sarah questions why Gwen is here and why Xander isn’t wearing a shirt. Xander explains he just got out of the shower and answered the door, having no idea it was Gwen. Sarah asks why he didn’t tell her to go to Hell and slam the door in her face. Xander tells her that Gwen said she had something very important to tell him. Gwen tells Sarah that she read about her troubles in the paper and she just wanted to come apologize to them both. Sarah asks if she means the sheer hell and horror that she put her through. Gwen tells her that she’s so sorry as she had no idea that the drug would push Sarah to such extremes and she certainly didn’t dream that she would kill Abigail. Xander argues that she didn’t. Gwen apologizes for that coming out wrong and says she’s just really upset. Gwen tells Sarah that she’s sorry for what she did and she knows she has no right to ask, but she asks if Sarah could ever forgive her. Sarah then hallucinates Gwen pulling a gun on them and saying she won’t let Sarah have Xander, threatening to shoot him. Sarah then grabs a nearby knife and tells Gwen that she will kill her before letting her hurt Xander. Xander grabs Sarah and questions what she’s doing. Sarah says she had to stop Gwen from killing him as she has a gun and he needs to call the police. Xander tells Sarah to calm down as everyone is safe. Sarah screams that Xander needs to make them take her back to prison because she pointed a gun at him and was going to shoot. Xander tries to explain but Sarah insists that Gwen has a gun in her purse but sees that it is not a gun.

Jake questions if Ava changed her mind about getting engaged. Ava says she does but just not with that ring as she recognizes it as the ring that Xander gave Gwen, which surprises Jake. Ava adds that Gwen could recognize it too and reminds Jake that she sent her to prison. Jake argues that she apologized for that. Ava feels that Gwen would be ticked off all over again and it could be a bad omen. Jake questions believing in that. Ava explains that she associates that ring with a wedding that ended in disaster so she doesn’t want to think about that. Jake agrees and suggests they go back to the jewelry store together to pick out something that she will like. Ava agrees and they walk off together.

Nicole stops Rafe and explains that Eric was just helping her as she was just almost robbed which Rafe questions. Nicole informs him that some maniac pulled a gun on her and threw her to the ground, so if Eric didn’t come around when he did, she might have been shot. Rafe checks on her. Nicole says she’s just a little shaken up. Rafe asks when this happened. Eric says it was just a few minutes ago and that he ran off. Nicole tells Rafe that he has to catch that son of a bitch. Rafe decides to call it in right now.

Kristen declares that she’s writing Chloe up for inappropriate behavior. Brady tells her to write him up then. Kristen argues that Chloe forced him to kiss her which makes him a victim and they have seen this inappropriate behavior before. Kristen accuses Chloe of being an employee trying to get ahead by sleeping with the boss. Kristen shouts that it’s going to be so easy to build a case against her because she witnessed the whole thing and Basic Black has zero tolerance for sexual harassment which means he’ll have no choice but to fire Chloe. Kristen takes her statement to go have it typed. Brady tells Chloe to just ignore her. Chloe complains that even if she does, Kristen is not going to quit and it’s only going to get worse, so maybe she should just resign.

Sarah insists that she saw a gun and runs to the bathroom in tears. Xander asks if Gwen is okay and she says she’s fine. Xander states that he should go check on Sarah. Gwen says she’ll go and assures she won’t call the police so Sarah doesn’t get in trouble. Gwen adds that she is quite worried. Gwen knows Xander doesn’t think Sarah killed Abigail, but after what just happened he has to admit it’s at least possible. Gwen asks what if Sarah does it again and comes after him. Xander tells Gwen to go. Gwen asks him to promise to be careful.

Rafe tells the cops to remind all officers that the man is armed and they need to approach with extreme caution. Rafe goes back and apologizes to Eric for being a real jerk. Eric tells him not to worry about it. Rafe asks Nicole if she’s sure she is okay. Nicole says she’s just ready to go, so Rafe and Eric help her up but her leg hurts so they sit her back down on the bench. Rafe checks on her and they try to help her up again but she’s still in pain. so they sit her back down.

Brady tells Chloe that he’s not going to let her quit and he won’t let Kristen ruin it. Chloe says she can get another job. Brady knows she can but says it means a lot to him that she’s here. Brady argues that John started this company and now he, Chloe, and Nicole have made it the success it is today as they are building something great here, so he won’t let Kristen ruin it. Chloe asks what the plan is then. Brady tells Chloe to stay here while he tries to fix the situation. Brady kisses Chloe and then exits the office.

Jake and Ava come out of the Salem Jewelers store. Ava admits that the ring Jake picked for her originally was the most beautiful one they had as nothing else compared. Jake says she doesn’t have to keep it just to keep him happy as they can go somewhere else. Ava assures that it’s the one and it doesn’t make a difference if it used to belong to someone else as it’s hers now. Ava points out that it fits perfectly. Jake calls it a great deal as he threw in wedding bands for free. Ava says if Gwen gives her any trouble, she’ll deal with her, but right now she wants to enjoy being engaged. Jake then proposes to Ava. She accepts, saying she will eventually marry him, so Jake puts the ring on her finger. They hug until the man who attacked Nicole approaches them with his gun and demand they hand over the ring.

Nicole tells Rafe and Eric that she’s fine, but Rafe points out that she can’t walk so he needs to take her to the hospital. Eric agrees. Nicole gives in, so Rafe offers to drive her but Nicole says he needs to find the guy who did this to her before he attacks anyone else. Eric then offers to take Nicole to the hospital.

Ava tells the man to relax and he can have the ring but Jake says no. Jake tells the man that they just got engaged and to put the gun down. Jake warns that he doesn’t know who he’s messing with and walks towards him, so the man then shoots Jake.

Brady goes to the DiMera Office and confronts Gabi over Kristen. Brady tells Gabi that she can’t dump Kristen at Basic Black. Gabi argues that she had no choice. Brady knows Kristen threatened to vote her out but says Gabi has to stand up to her because she’s a bully and a tyrant and she can’t put up with that. Gabi tells Brady that Kristen is his boss, so he has to make it work whether he likes it or not.

Kristen returns to the Basic Black office and asks Chloe where Brady is. Chloe responds that he stepped out. Kristen informs her that she sent her report to HR, so it’s only a matter of time before she gets Chloe out of the company, out of Brady’s bed, and out of his life. Chloe tells her to go ahead because she can give as good as she gets. Kristen asks if Chloe is declaring war. Chloe says hell yeah and she doesn’t plan on losing.

Sarah comes out of the bathroom as Xander says he was just coming to check on her and Gwen says she was just leaving. Sarah apologizes to Gwen. Gwen says it’s alright and she understands since Sarah has been through so much lately, most of which is her fault. Gwen tells her to take care and then exits. Xander tells Sarah that she’s right that he shouldn’t have let Gwen in, he’s sorry and feels terrible that she upset her so much. Sarah cries, asking why the hallucinations won’t stop as Xander hugs her, promising that everything will be alright.

Sonny goes to the Kiriakis Mansion looking for Victor, but is shocked to instead find his half-brother, Alex Kiriakis (now played by Robert Scott Wilson), who says he is definitely not Victor.

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Update written by Joseph

Kayla sits in the town square, reading the news on her phone and asks if yesterday was get out of jail free day. Steve joins her. Kayla complains to him about what the Governor has done and the amount of chances Kristen and Orpheus have already gotten. Steve bets the one thing Kristen and Orpheus share is an overwhelming thirst for revenge.

Nicole joins Chloe at Basic Black. Nicole questions where Brady is and talks to Chloe about a positive business dinner she had, but then notes that Chloe is distracted. Chloe guesses that Nicole hasn’t heard the news. Nicole says she’s been on a plane, so she asks what news. Chloe thinks back to finding out that Kristen was pardoned.

Brady is outside the Brady Pub, calling for security to be doubled at the Salem Inn, his parents’ house, and the office. Eric approaches and startles Brady. Brady says to call him when everything is set up and hangs up. Eric asks if he thinks Kristen is going to come at him like that. Brady says he doesn’t know what the hell she’s going to do, but he knows he’s not going to get a lot of warning.

Ava and Jake wake up together on the air mattress in their apartment which Jake complains about. Kristen wakes up comfortable in the bed, remarking that he could try sleeping on a cot in prison. Krissten comments that she was having a lovely dream and thanks to the Governor, she’s going to make those dreams come true.

Gabi wakes up alone in bed. Li Shin is up in the room, finishing a phone call as he says “I love you too”. Gabi remarks that she hopes he didn’t end the call on her account. Li apologizes for waking her up. Gabi then questions who he was saying “I love you” to.

Nicole is shocked as Chloe reveals to her that Kristen was pardoned. Nicole questions how the hell she pulled that off. Chloe says she has no idea. Nicole worries about Brady.

Brady and Eric sit together in the Pub. Brady says he doesn’t want to overreact. Eric is not sure it’s possible to overreact when it comes to Kristen. Eric asks about Rachel. Brady responds that’s what worries him the most.

Chloe informs Nicole that Kristen had called Brady from prison a couple hours before the pardon, asking him to bring Rachel to visit but he said no and then told her that Rachel was still in California with Theresa and Tate. Nicole worries that Kristen now knows where Rachel is.

Brady informs Eric that he talked to Theresa, who is going to talk to Shane Donovan about security in case Kristen plans on going to California, but that might not be the first thing on her agenda. Eric wonders what the might be. Brady says the only thing he’s sure about is that he never knows what the hell Kristen is thinking.

Nicole asks Chloe if Brady is beefing up security. Chloe confirms that’s what he’s doing now but says they could have all the security in the world. Nicole says after everything Kristen has done, she could still get a full pardon, so who knows what else she could get away with.

Brady mentions not getting much sleep as he was up all night, just waiting for Kristen to walk through the door. Brady knows that’s not her style as she’d love the idea of him waiting up all night, knowing she’s loose but not knowing where she is. Brady calls it a special kind of Hell.

Kristen drinks coffee in bed and talks about how good it is, joking that she might never leave as Ava and Jake are annoyed. Kristen thanks Ava for letting her borrow clothes, talking about how it’s preferable to the prison wear. Jake brings up that he and Gabi both owe Kristen for her vote in the DiMera board. Kristen assures that she hasn’t forgotten. Jake asks if they are even now but Kristen says not even close. Ava comments on Kristen hogging the covers on the bed. Kristen jokes that no one else ever complained about anything with her in bed. Kristen then decides lounging around is not on the agenda, so she is going to stir the pot everywhere as she goes to get dressed.

Kayla worries to Steve if they should even be out in public while Orpheus is on the loose. Steve assures that he has his ear to the ground and he won’t be surprised. Jada then approaches and greets Steve, surprising him. Steve gets up and hugs her, asking why she didn’t tell him that she was coming so soon. Jada says it all happened so fast. Steve introduces Jada to Kayla. Kayla mentions loving Jada’s dad Marcus and calls him a great doctor. Steve agrees that he was a great man and his friend since the orphanage days. Steve adds that he still misses him. Kayla says she was really sad to hear he had passed away. Steve asks Jada about her interview. She reveals it was yesterday and she got the job. Steve says that’s great and mentions that he told Kayla he recommended her to Rafe. Steve asks when she starts. Jada reveals that she started yesterday and hit the ground running so she wasn’t able to call and thank him. Steve jokes about Rafe having her working already. Jada informs him that Rafe actually assigned her to Abigail’s case and that Kayla was going to be her next call. Kayla asks why. Jada explains that Sarah was brought in yesterday for questioning which Kayla questions. Jada says she can’t go in to much detail but she questioned her about where she was on the night of Abigail’s murder. Steve asks what reason she would have to question Sarah. Jada repeats that she can’t get in to it, but she’s more concerned with Sarah’s medical condition and her hallucinations. Jada says she’s just trying to understand the situation, so she’s going to need to access Sarah’s medical records. Kayla says she can’t just hand them over because of medical privacy but Jada points out exceptions for law enforcement. Steve suggests they talk this out over breakfast at the Pub on him.

Eric gets that Brady is upset and worried, but Kristen is Rachel’s mom, so maybe all she wants is contact. Brady says that’s what Kristen said on the phone yesterday before the pardon. Brady is glad Rachel is in California, so he had the perfect excuse to not have to take his daughter on a prison visit. Brady adds that now that Kristen is out, he can’t stop her from going to California and he can’t tell his daughter that she can’t see her mom. Brady needs to find a way to control how and when she sees her. Eric suggests to get Justin started that as quick as possible. Brady says it bugs him the way this all started because he thought Kristen got caught because she got careless and desperate to see Rachel, but she got caught almost as soon as she got in to town which makes him think she planned it but he knows it sounds paranoid. Brady states that he just has a very bad feeling about all of this. A tattooed young man sitting at the bar attempts to steal money from the tip jar but Eric catches him.

Kristen comes out of the bathroom as Ava is massaging Jake. Kristen remarks that the night on the air mattress really took it out on Jake. Kristen tells Jake that she will make it up to him by letting him stay home while she makes excuses for him when she goes to see Gabi at the office. Jake asks if she’s going to collect on that favor and warns her that Gabi and Li Shin won’t be as willing to give up their bed as they were. Kristen responds that she’s aiming a bit higher than a sleepover. Jake asks what that means. Kristen tells Jake that he’s her brother and family but Gabi means nothing to her which makes her vote for Gabi a sizable favor so she thinks a sizable thank you is in order. Jake angrily asks what exactly Kristen wants from Gabi. Kristen tells him to calm down and calls Gabi his girlfriend which Ava quickly corrects. Kristen is sure Gabi will be thrilled to see her and be willing to do whatever it takes to get her back on her feet, bringing up the support Gabi got when she was released from prison. Kristen says she’s just giving the chance to pay it forward as she exits. Jake tells Ava that he’s going to take a long, hot shower to see if he can un knot his back. Jake stops to ask Ava if he should call Gabi to warn her. Ava points out that if Gabi reads the paper, she already knows that Kristen is coming. Jake agrees and then goes to shower while Ava looks upset.

Li jokes about Gabi sounding jealous but tells her not to worry as he was just talking to his mother. Gabi questions that since they’ve been dating for over a month and this is the first time she’s hearing about his mother. Li blames his father’s presence dominating any conversation about his parents. Li offers to call her back to prove it to her. Gabi says then he would resent her for not trusting him. Gabi guesses she just doesn’t know him as well as she thought. Li responds that a little mystery keeps it interesting. Gabi remarks that she’s an open book. Li brings up Gabi’s unusually close working relationship with her most recent ex. Li says at first, Jake was put off that they were together but not anymore so maybe Jake knows something that he doesn’t. Gabi assures that Jake doesn’t care because he’s with Ava now. Li asks if that bothers her. Gabi says she’ll show him how little that bothers her as Li removes his shirt and they start kissing in bed.

Nicole reminds Chloe that no matter what Kristen tries to pull, Brady loves Chloe and knows what Kristen is all about. Chloe says she knows she’s right and she does trust Brady, but they have this weird bond like Kristen still has a hold over him, like she’s still kind of under his skin. Chloe guesses Nicole knows what she’s talking about as sometimes when you’ve both moved on, you still have a pull towards another person. Nicole says that worked out great for them. Chloe asks if she’s talking about Rafe. Nicole asks who else she would be talking about, and then says not her too.

Eric warns the man at the bar that he’s been working really hard for those tips. Eric tells him that it doesn’t have to be this bad and offers to help him. Eric goes to get his card to give him but the man instead shoves Eric aside and runs out the door, right as Steve, Kayla, and Jada arrive. Steve asks what they missed.

Ava paces, telling herself not to be an idiot. Jake comes out of the shower and asks what he missed and why she’s suddenly an idiot. Ava calls that a private conversation. Jake asks what she doesn’t want him to know. Ava says she’s trying really hard not to be the same jealous idiot that screwed up her last two relationships. Jake asks who she is jealous of and says not Gabi. Ava knows it sounds crazy but when Kristen called Gabi his girlfriend, he did not contradict her and then he wanted to warn Gabi about Kristen coming which got under her skin. Ava adds that the irony of all this is that she originally went after Jake to get under Gabi’s skin but now she thinks she’s falling for him. Ava admits she didn’t plan it but she doesn’t want to set herself up for disappointment if he’s still in love with Gabi.

Gabi and Li go to the DiMera Office. Gabi says they might be a little late but it was worth it. Li starts to tell her there is something she should know, but Gabi walks in to the office to find Kristen sitting at the desk.

Jada questions who the guy at the Pub was and if everything is okay. Eric says everything is fine and it was just a misunderstanding. Jada offers to track him down. Brady asks who she is. Steve introduces Jada as the daughter of one of his oldest friends and the newest member of the Salem Police Department. Brady says it’s nice to meet her but he has to go make sure Chloe is okay. Brady adds that he heard about the pardons and questions what the hell the Governor was thinking as he then exits the Pub. Steve remarks that it’s like the Governor released a plague of locusts on them.

Gabi questions if Kristen broke out of prison and says she’s going right back as she pulls her phone out. Li explains that the Governor pardoned Kristen yesterday. Gabi asks why he would do that. Kristen says they are not going to talk about her, but about business and how she can help Gabi clean up the mess she has made of it.

Jake questions Ava thinking he’s still in love with Gabi. Ava says she doesn’t know but she knows she’s been an also ran and second choice a couple times and does not want to go down that road again. Ava says that with Steve, it was always Kayla hovering around and Rafe and Nicole was the same thing as deep down she always knew. Ava asks Jake if she’s a consolation prize to him. Jake brings up Ava getting involved with him to stick it to Gabi. Jake admits that it was the same for him and that it probably wasn’t the best way to start a relationship but he’s not Steve or Rafe. Jake tells her that with he and Gabi, he was an also ran too.

Nicole complains to Chloe that she’s trying to tell her how happy she and Rafe are, yet Chloe goes there. Chloe says she’s not saying that Nicole doesn’t love Rafe, but brings up her and Eric. Nicole says she already heard this from Allie and asks what she has to do. Nicole assures that Eric being in town is irrelevant as she is a happily married woman. Brady arrives and hugs Chloe, making sure she is okay. Chloe asks if there’s any news. Brady says not yet. Nicole jokes that maybe she should’ve stayed in New York.

Steve, Kayla, Eric, and Jada sit together to eat at the Pub. Kayla explains to Jada how Roman and Bo are her brothers and both cops while Roman is Eric’s father. Kayla adds that Shawn is Bo’s son and a cop too, so the Brady Pub has always been known as the place where all the cops hang out. Jada mentions being here once before and having a run-in with Roman’s short order cook, Clyde. Steve jokes about Clyde. Eric says that Roman believes in second chances. Kayla asks how many miles Eric ran today. Eric says none as he was on his way but he bumped in to Brady. Jada points out that she is also a runner. Eric mentions some great trails through the park and offers to show her some time. Jada asks what Eric does. Kayla comments that Eric is sort of between things. Eric explains that he used to be a priest and is now trying to figure out what to do next.

Nicole assures Brady that she has his back. Brady says he’s just worried about Rachel. Brady mentions seeing Eric earlier. Nicole decides to give them some privacy and says she has an errand to run as she then exits. Brady asks if Chloe is okay. Chloe says now that he is here, she is, as they kiss.

Kristen gives Gabi a folder and says she needs to redo the projections because they don’t account for inflation and because she told her to. Kristen reminds Gabi of why her name is on the door. Gabi says she will never forget that Kristen made it happen and she will always be grateful for that. Kristen points out that if it wasn’t for her, Gabi would be out on the streets. Kristen warns that it would be fairly easy to push Gabi out with another vote with slightly different results.

Jake tells Ava about how Gabi had already found the one before he came in to the picture, in his twin brother Stefan, and they would still be together if Stefan wasn’t dead. Jake clarifies that it doesn’t mean they didn’t love each other but in the end, it was amazing how quickly what they had fell apart because they had no foundation. Jake admits they didn’t trust each other and that it hurt badly at the time, but he realized they weren’t the love of their lives. Jake assures Ava that he is not still pining after Gabi and that he is over her. Jake adds that Gabi being all over Shin doesn’t bother him that much because he has something better to think about. Jake then brings up Ava saying she’s falling for him. Ava clarifies that she said she thinks she is. Jake responds that he knows he’s falling for her, so Ava asks how. Jake talks about counting down the time at work until he gets to see her again. Ava admits she does that too. Jake says most people can’t see through her tough exterior, but he sees right through it and sees the real her as they then kiss.

Gabi questions Li if Kristen can force another round of votes. Gabi argues that the odds of Kristen getting voted in to her place are zero because EJ and Chad would never go for that. Kristen agrees that they’d rather torch the place than hand it over to her, but that doesn’t mean she can’t throw all things DiMera in to utter chaos. Kristen says they got off to a tense start but says she’s happy to have Gabi in charge and comes in peace, only to cash in on a favor. Gabi questions what Kristen wants that she has the power to grant her. Gabi asks what she wants and if she’s going to end up in prison for giving it to her.

Eric tells Jada that it was nice meeting her. Jada tells him to have a good run. Eric assumes Steve and Kayla will be showing Jada around town. Steve says they offered, but she’s too busy with work. Jada mentions that it hasn’t made it easy to find a place since the Salem Inn is not really sustainable on a cop’s salary. Eric points out that Roman rents rooms upstairs at the Pub that are reasonable. Jada thanks him and says she’ll keep that in mind. Jada tells him that maybe she’ll see him on a run. Eric then exits the Pub.

Nicole walks through the park when the tattooed young man from earlier at the Pub approaches and demands Nicole give him her purse.

Ava and Jake walk through the town square. Ava doesn’t know why they are here since Kristen finally left, so they have their place to themselves. Jake points out that this is where the jewelry store is. Ava asks what he wants there. Jake says they sell rings there which she questions. Jake doesn’t like that Ava feels he’s not serious about this relationship and he really doesn’t want her feeling like an also ran because she’s not. Jake repeats that Gabi is not the love of his life and Gwen certainly wasn’t either, but maybe Ava could be. Ava asks if Jake is saying he wants to marry her.

After Kristen leaves the office, Li says that could’ve been a lot worse. Gabi responds that she had to give Kristen what she wanted, but at least she’s someone else’s headache now..

Brady talks on the phone with Theresa about there being no sign of Kristen in California. Brady asks Theresa not to say anything to Rachel until he knows what Kristen is planning. Kristen then arrives and says that won’t be a long wait. Kristen then announces herself as the new boss of Basic Black and asks who is going to get her some coffee.

Jada tells Steve and Kayla that she has to get going. Jada adds that she knows Kayla is loyal to Sarah and she’s not trying to make things tense, but she just really wants to see justice done for Abigail. Steve wishes Jada luck. Jada asks if he thinks she will need it. Steve responds that a Salem cop needs luck every day of the year..

As the man demands Nicole’s purse, Eric comes by. Eric tries to calm the situation as the man tells him to back off. Eric says this doesn’t have to end badly. The man then grabs Nicole and pulls a gun on her, warning Eric that he said to back off and he meant it.

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Shawn takes care of baby Shawn at home as Belle walks in. They talk about when Claire was that age. Belle says she’s really glad that he got to bring the baby home. Shawn thanks her for coming over. Belle asks what he wanted to talk about. Shawn responds that he wanted to apologize.

Evan informs Orpheus that the Governor’s press conference just ended, so it’s official that they have been granted pardons. Orpheus says that’s no thanks to him. Evan knows he shouldn’t have told Kristen DiMera their plan, but says it’s all working out in the end as all three of them are getting out. Orpheus warns that the Governor was not pleased by Kristen’s special requests and she nearly tanked the entire deal.

Kristen returns to Gwen’s cell with her hand wrapped as she tells Gwen about punching the wall. Gwen guesses she was having a bad day. Kristen responds that she was, but things are starting to look up.

Xander is at the police station, on the phone with Maggie. Xander encourages that everything will be straightened out and promises that Sarah will be fine. Xander hangs up when he sees Rafe and tells him that he needs to let Sarah out immediately because this is all terribly unfair. Rafe tells him to calm down as they just need to ask her a few questions. Xander questions it not being able to wait until after their wedding because Jada crashed their ceremony and treated Sarah like a common criminal. Xander argues against the idea of Sarah murdering Abigail. Rafe says right now, she’s just a person of interest. Xander complains that Sarah shouldn’t be talking to the cops without a lawyer. Rafe explains that Sarah insisted on not needing one and that decision was hers to make. Xander hopes she doesn’t end up regretting that decision.

Jada talks with Sarah in the interrogation room, noting that an eye witness placed her at the scene of the DiMera Estate when Abigail was killed. Sarah asks if she can tell her who the witness was. Jada reveals that it was Lucas. Jada brings up Sarah mentioning being on medication and asks what for. Sarah explains that it’s to help control after effects of a drug she was given. Jada asks what these after effects are. Sarah admits they are hallucinations.

Jake comes home as Ava is finishing a call with Tripp. Ava kisses Jake and asks about work. Jake mocks watching Gabi and Li Shin’s love fest. Ava asks if things are getting serious with them. Jake says it looks like it and asks about Ava’s day. Ava informs Jake that she was just watching a pretty interesting press conference and guesses he hasn’t heard that the Governor issued several pardons just now, including one for Jake’s sister Kristen.

Kristen tells Gwen that she was pretty much resigned to finishing out her sentence here with the occasional upset when an amazing opportunity for a full pardon just fell in to her lap. Gwen congratulates her and guesses this is goodbye then. Kristen says actually it isn’t because Gwen is coming with her which she questions. Kristen tells her that she wouldn’t leave her behind and declares that she got Gwen a full pardon too.

Shawn informs Belle that he spoke to Chloe earlier and she really helped him understand how unfair he’s been to Belle since the moment baby Shawn was conceived. Shawn tells Belle that he was wrong to let her believe that he and Jan never had sex and he should’ve told her the moment it happened so that she wouldn’t have been blindsided months later by her pregnancy. Shawn is sorry for the decisions he made that affected both of them like letting Jan move in and telling Belle to keep her distance. Shawn says he was just trying to protect his unborn son but he should’ve involved her in every decision and made it clear that they were a team. Belle admits that she didn’t really make that easy for him because the idea of Jan having his baby drove her crazy, so she shut down. Shawn feels he should’ve worked harder to find a different solution, like having Jan live somewhere else but he put Belle in an impossible position and he’s so sorry for that.

Evan tells Orpheus that Governor Mitchell didn’t mention Kristen’s two other demands at the beginning so he was worried, but he managed to sneak them in at the end. Orpheus guesses he was embarrassed by what Kristen made him do and he doesn’t blame him. Dr. Rolf then excitedly enters the room and hugs Orpheus, thanking him for getting him a pardon from the Governor. Dr. Rolf mentions helping Orpheus escape one time and jokes that he was starting to think he didn’t like him. Orpheus says he doesn’t. Evan then clarifies that Rolf’s release was Kristen’s idea, not his dad’s. Dr. Rolf responds that he should’ve known the DiMeras would once again come to his rescue. Evan questions why Dr. Rolf is so loyal to the DiMeras. He responds that Stefano was the first person to acknowledge and encourage his scientific genius and apparently Kristen shares his wisdom and values his talents as well.

Gwen questions Kristen having Evan tell Orpheus that he needs to secure a pardon for herself, Dr. Rolf, and her. Kristen explains that she is loyal to Dr. Rolf and he may come in handy as well. Gwen gets that but asks why she would ask to pardon her. Kristen responds that she’s a good and loyal friend. Gwen didn’t realize they were friends. Kristen says of course they are and she hasn’t forgotten how Gwen helped her escape police custody. Gwen blames her blackmailing her. Kristen says they didn’t start on a level playing field, but Gwen and Ava came through for her, so she felt she owed her one. Gwen calls this incredible. Kristen jokes about everybody getting a pardon. Gwen says not everybody.

Jake asks Ava about Kristen being free now which she confirms along with Evan and Orpheus. Jake asks if the Governor said why he issued these pardons. Ava doesn’t know since Tripp called in the middle of the conference, so she didn’t get all the details. Jake asks if Ava would have anything to do with it. Ava questions why he would even ask that. Jake imagines that Ava still has some influence over her mob ties and she was friends with Kristen since she helped Kristen escape police custody twice. Ava tells him that she had nothing to do with the Governor’s pardon but jokes that she kind of likes that he thinks she has that kind of power to pull off something like that. Jake thinks there’s no limit to what she could pull off with her charm and brains. Jake calls her a woman of many talents as they kiss.

Xander asks Rafe who the supposed eye witness is but Rafe says he’s not at liberty to say. Xander asks if it was Lucas because he heard some cops talking about a hypnosis session he had with Marlena which sounds totally bogus to him. Rafe repeats that he’s not revealing the identity of the witness. Xander says of course it was Lucas and argues that he’s just trying to point the finger at somebody else. Rafe asks why Lucas would implicate Sarah of all people. Xander suggests it was the first name to pop in to his head. Xander argues that Sarah is a doctor, who took an oath to do no harm, and is the kindest person on earth so she’d never murder anyone, especially her own cousin.

Jada asks Sarah more about the drug that causes the hallucinations. Sarah says it doesn’t have a name as it’s experimental and she didn’t take it willingly as Kristen DiMera injected her with it. Jada asks why she did that. Sarah responds that Kristen was keeping her hostage in the DiMera Tunnels and she found the syringe on the floor, so she planned to use it on Kristen to try to escape but Kristen overpowered her and used it on her instead. Jada asks how the drug filled syringe just happened to be on the floor. Sarah explains that she didn’t know then but later learned that Abigail left it behind. Jada points out that in a way, that means Abigail was responsible for her hallucinations so she must have been angry with her. Sarah says of course not and declares that this is all Kristen’s fault, so she is the one she is angry at. Sarah calls Kristen a vile human being and a sadistic bitch, adding that she hates her for what she did to her.

Kristen asks Gwen who else she was supposed to get a pardon for. Gwen brings up Lani. Kristen says she would if she could have but the Governor doesn’t have jurisdiction now that Lani is serving her sentence out of state. Gwen says that’s too bad for her. Gwen exctiedly declares that they are really going home tonight and hugs Kristen.

Dr. Rolf calls this a delightful turn of events to be getting out tonight as he goes to get ready. Orpheus calls him a freak show. Evan says Dr. Rolf is just excited to have his life back. Evan declares that as soon as he’s out, he’s going straight to Shawn’s to claim his child. Orpheus gives Evan the original results from Jan’s paternity test that proves Shawn is not the father of her baby. Evan thanks him, but wishes he told him the truth a lot sooner. Evan gets that he let him down and he’s sorry. Orpheus says he’s fine and tells him to just go get his grandson, because he belongs with them and not Marlena’s dim-witted son in law.

Belle tells Shawn that in the beginning, she wanted to lay all the blame on him but she realizes now that she can’t because she made some mistakes as well. Belle says she pretty much did what she always does when things are rough between them and sought comfort and assurance from someone else, when she should’ve been trying to work things out with him. Belle admits that every time they fought, she turned to EJ even though she knows how much it bothered him. Belle guesses on some level, that’s probably why she did it. Shawn knows part of her ran to EJ to hurt him, but asks if that’s all it was. Shawn questions if in the end, did she fall in love with EJ. Belle assures that she did not and that EJ was there for her, but it was never love. Belle adds that she didn’t file for separation to be with EJ but because she really felt they needed that space. Belle admits that having the separation papers helped her rationalize that it was okay for her to be with EJ because she told herself that she wasn’t betraying their vows since they were legally separated. Belle cries that she knows that it was a betrayal and she is deeply sorry that she hurt him. Shawn says they have established that they are both sorry, so he asks where that leaves them now.

Jada asks if Sarah is still suffering from hallucinations. Sarah says not as much since her medication was adjusted. Jada asks for an example of how the hallucinations manifest themselves. Sarah explains that she imagined her stepfather was Kristen with a syringe but it was just him with a pen. Jada asks if there were any other incidents. Sarah admits she mistook Nicole for Kristen and attacked her by grabbing her arm but Xander stepped in and helped her snap out of her hallucination. Jada asks if she had any other hallucination. Sarah then admits there was Chanel. Jada asks if she attacked her the same way she did Nicole. Sarah says sort of, so Jada asks her to elaborate on that. Sarah then reveals that she threatened Chanel with a knife.

Xander complains that he and Sarah should be celebrating their wedding night right now, but once again all of their plans have gone to Hell. Xander says they were kept apart for so long by Kristen and Gwen, so he really thought this was their chance finally to be happily ever after. Xander kicks a chair in frustration. Rafe tells Xander that he’s not completely unsympathetic to his feelings and asks him to put his frustration aside and be objective. Rafe adds that if it turns out that Sarah was at the DiMera Mansion on the night that Abigail was murdered, then they need to know everything that happened and if it turns out Sarah is innocent then she might be able to shed some light on the investigation. Rafe then gets a call from Abe. Rafe says he did not see the press conference and can’t believe what he is told.

Shawn tells Belle that there’s not an easy answer which she agrees with. Shawn then gets a text that shocks him that Governor Mitchell pardoned five people and tells Belle that she won’t believe who they are.

Jake looks through his phone as Ava asks if he found out why the Governor pardoned Kristen. Jake says he was pretty vague about why, but he did come across a related piece of news that she might be interested to hear. Jake informs her that towards the end of the press conference, Governor Mitchell announced two more pardons, one for Dr. Rolf and the other for Gwen which shocks Ava. Ava calls them a real rogues gallery and says as of tonight, the five of them are all free to do whatever the hell they want.

Orpheus, Evan, Kristen, Gwen, and Dr. Rolf all walk out of the prison together.

Jada brings up that Sarah said she was planning on visiting Abigail. Sarah confirms that Marlena suggested it because of Abigail having a similar reaction to the same drug. Jada asks what happened when she visited her. Sarah responds that she didn’t go and instead went to prison to see Abigail’s sister, Gwen and then she went to the Salem Inn to lay down because she was feeling off since her meds weren’t adjusted yet. Jada questions Sarah saying she never went to the DiMera Mansion that night which Sarah confirms. Jada reminds her that Lucas said he saw her there. Sarah calls that impossible so either Lucas is lying or mistaken. Jada adds that Lucas said he saw Sarah fleeing down the stairs with an object in her hand that she dropped. Sarah says she couldn’t have dropped anything if she wasn’t there. Jada thinks what she had her in hand was the knife that killed Abigail DiMera.

Dr. Rolf thanks Kristen for securing his freedom and complains about prison. Kristen says she knows Stefano wouldn’t want him to languish behind bars and now he can continue his work. Dr. Rolf asks if Kristen will require his services in the future. Kristen says she’ll get in touch soon and tells him to lie low and stay out of trouble until then. Dr. Rolf says he will await her instructions and walks away. Gwen questions what services of his Kristen will be requiring and what exactly she has planned.

Belle finishes a call with Marlena and tells Shawn that they are on alert about Orpheus and that Brady knows about Kristen. Shawn says he left word for Ben and Ciara but thankfully they are halfway around the world where Evan can’t get to them. Belle states that everyone they love is safe then. Shawn assures they will stay that way. Evan walks in and says he’s sorry to interrupt but the door was open. Shawn questions what the hell he’s doing here and says his sister isn’t here. Evan reveals that he’s here to get his son which Shawn questions. Evan declares that he’s not sorry to tell him as he’s proud to say, Shawn Christian is not Shawn’s son, but his.

Sarah tells Jada that Abigail was her cousin and she loved her. Sarah adds that Abigail rescued her from Kristen, so she’s grateful to her and asks why in God’s name would she ever hurt her. Jada says she obviously wouldn’t in her right state of mind, but she’s subject to hallucinations so it’s possible that she thought Abigail was Kristen and felt she was a threat. Jada brings up that Sarah admitted to brandishing a knife with Chanel and could’ve done the same thing to Abigail but this time no one was there to stop her from taking her revenge. Sarah asks if she’s under arrest. Jada says no, so Sarah says she’d like to leave then.

Kristen tells Gwen that she always has a plan, but she’s not ready to share the details. Kristen declares that she intends to get back everything she lost and assumes Gwen will do the same. Gwen says she might be able to repair her relationship with Jack, but her and Xander are a lost cause after what she did to Sarah. Gwen doesn’t think Xander will ever speak to her again, let alone take her back. Kristen says at least she has a fighting chance. Kristen calls Gwen beautiful, smart, and more interesting than Sarah. Kristen adds that she could never stand Xander but for some reason, Gwen loves him. Kristen declares that they have both been given a second chance at freedom, so she thinks they need to go after what they want and not let anyone stand in their way.

Xander paces at the police station, wondering what’s taking so long. Sarah comes out of the interrogation room, so Xander asks what happened. Sarah asks him to just take her home so they exit the station together.

Shawn threatens to kill Evan if he takes another step towards his son. Evan says he didn’t come to fight with him. Shawn tells Evan to get the hell out of his house. Evan understands why he might not believe him. Belle calls Evan a psychotic murderer. Evan swears that he’s telling the truth that he’s the father of Jan’s baby. Shawn asks how he even knows Jan. Evan explains that the hooked up in prison after meeting in the infirmary. Evan says he didn’t know at the time, but she wanted him to get her pregnant so she could pass the baby off at Shawn’s and it worked. Shawn argues that he has a paternity test that proves he is the baby’s father. Evan reveals that was a test that Orpheus helped Jan alter. Shawn questions why Orpheus would do that. Evan says he had his reasons. Belle argues that this doesn’t make any sense. Evan presents the real paternity test results that says Shawn is not the father. Shawn asks how they know that’s not fake. Belle argues the results don’t prove that Evan is the real father. Evan explains that Jan named the baby after him since Christian is his birth name. Belle argues that she also named him after Shawn. Shawn insists that it’s his son. Evan tells him they can take another paternity test and the sooner they get this figured out, the sooner he can be with his son.

Jake reminds Ava about the DiMera board meeting awhile ago where Kristen attended virtually and voted against his brothers which kept Gabi in charge of the company and kind of saved his job too. Ava says that she did him a major favor. Jake reveals that Kristen called him after and basically suggested they collaborate and do great things together in return for that favor. Ava questions like what. Jake admits he doesn’t know and forgot about it after she got arrested, but now that she’s free, it changes everything. Kristen then knocks on the door, calling for Jake to open up.

Xander and Sarah walk through the town square. Sarah can’t believe their wedding was ruined again. Xander promises it’s all going to work out. Sarah asks how he can say that when she’s a murder suspect. Xander suggests not talking about that right now but Sarah says this could change their whole life. Sarah asks how this could happen and how someone could take Abigail’s life. Xander hugs her and insists it’s going to be alright. Sarah questions how this day could get any worse. Gwen then approaches them and greets them. Xander is shocked and asks what the hell. Gwen guesses he hasn’t heard that the Governor set her free with a full pardon, so she’s free as a bird and calls it the best news ever. Gwen says she’ll see them around and walks off.

Dr. Rolf returns to the DiMera Mansion and toasts to the portrait of Stefano, saying it’s good to see him again. Rolf says his experiments have been on hold for quite some time, but thanks to Kristen, he can finally get back to his important work. He hopes he continues to make Stefano proud. Dr. Rolf then pushes the button and enters the DiMera Tunnels.

Jake answers the door to see Kristen. Kristen presumes they heard her wonderful news. Ava confirms they were just talking about her release and congratulates her. Jake says he was just telling Ava that Kristen could be knocking on his door any minute because he sort of owes her a favor. Kristen says she saved his job, so he owes her multiple favors. Kristen declares that she’s here to call on her first favor as she needs a place to stay. Kristen says this falls short of her personal standards but it will do her just fine, making Jake and Ava uncomfortable.

Evan asks if they should all go to the hospital to get the ball rolling on a paternity test. Shawn argues that his son is not going anywhere. Evan understands Shawn is upset since Jan lied to them both but he’s telling the truth. Shawn warns Evan to get the hell out of his sight before he rips him to shreds. Evan agrees to go for now, but warns that he’s coming back with a court order for a paternity test. Belle says they will fight that. Evan tells baby Shawn Christian that daddy will be back soon as he walks out.

Rafe brings Jada to the Brady Pub. She tells him that he doesn’t need to buy her a beer but Rafe says she had a great first day, so she earned it, plus it will give him the chance to get her up to speed on the five felons that the Governor pardoned today. Jada says she read about that and questions why the Governor would set so many dangerous criminals free. Orpheus walks up and Rafe says here comes one of them now. Rafe doesn’t know how Orpheus managed to pull this off, but warns that he has his eye on him if he came to cause trouble. Orpheus remarks that he wouldn’t dream of it as from here on, he’s going to be a model citizen. Orpheus then walks away.

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Johnny and Chanel start kissing in the town square right as Allie walks up and sees them. Allie turns to walk away but Chanel sees her and calls out to her, saying she’s so sorry she had to see that but Johnny says he’s not.

Abe goes to Paulina’s and they greet each other with a kiss. Paulina asks how his day was. Abe says it’s a lot better now and questions the dinner setup in the room. Paulina informs him that they are having a surprise guest.

Chloe goes to Shawn’s with a baby gift. Shawn allows Chloe to hold the baby. Shawn opens the gift and it’s a Velcro pacifier holder which he thanks her for. Chloe says she knows what it’s like to be a single parent and it’s not easy. Chloe encourages that he’s not alone as he has her and he has Belle. Shawn guesses she didn’t get the memo that Belle doesn’t want anything to do with the baby and now that she’s sleeping with EJ, she doesn’t want anything to do with him either.

Belle goes to John and Marlena’s to see Brady. Brady is interrupted by a call from prison. Brady answers and asks Kristen what she wants. Kristen reminds him that he said he’d think about bringing Rachel to see her when she got settled in. Kristen says she misses their daughter so much and really needs to see her.

Orpheus complains about Evan pacing in prison. Evan complains that he’s already lost one son and Jan tried to make off with his other one, so he can’t blame him for being upset. Evan is thankful they stopped Jan and questions if he’s just supposed to sit by and let Shawn Brady raise his kid. Evan declares that he has to get out of here. Orpheus assures him that he will. Evan asks when since he said it could take weeks or months. Orpheus reveals that it could be today.

Abe asks Paulina who the special guest is. Paulina says no spoilers, so he’ll just have to wait and see. Paulina informs him that they are having bacon-wrapped pork loin so Abe says it must be some special guest. Governor Mitchell then arrives as their special guest and says when Paulina Price calls, he answers. Abe questions them knowing each other. Paulina says they have crossed paths a time or two and they are old friends. Paulina reveals that she asked him to come for Abe. Paulina explains that the Governor is retiring at the end of his term and his endorsement would go a long way in deciding the next election. Paulina hoped that the governor would endorse Abe. He didn’t realize that Abe was interested in running for governor. Abe responds that neither did he.

Chanel tries to explain to Allie but Johnny blurts out that he was proposing to the woman he loves which Allie questions. Johnny explains that he told Chanel that he doesn’t want to hide how he feels anymore, that he loves her, and wants to marry her. Allie then punches Johnny in the stomach.

Chloe tells Shawn that Belle isn’t sleeping with EJ anymore. Shawn argues that’s only because Sami found out and couldn’t wait to tell her the news. Chloe knows Belle wanted to tell him herself. Shawn says it doesn’t matter how he found out, but his wife cheated on him again and this time, he thinks it’s over.

Brady tells Kristen that he can’t bring Rachel to see her right now. Kristen questions why not. Brady informs her that Rachel is in California with Tate and Theresa. Kristen can’t believe Brady left her without talking to her first. Brady argues that Theresa is a good mom. Kristen asks if he’s saying she’s not. Kristen complains about Theresa taking care of Rachel while she’s in prison. Brady argues that it’s not their fault that Kristen is in prison. Kristen argues that he can’t keep her daughter away from her. Brady decides he’s not going to do this and will talk to her later as he hangs up. Belle then asks how Kristen is.

Kristen hangs up and punches the wall, which Orpheus and Evan hear on the other side. Orpheus tells Evan to relax as things are falling in to place for them. Orpheus says before Jan went swimming with the fishes, she came through with the password to the Salem PD main frame, so his guys have been digging and finally hit pay dirt. Orpheus assures Evan that he’ll be out of here soon and tells him to go do his shift and play it cool without doing anything that could jeopardize his release. Evan calls that great news as he leaves the room. Orpheus then reaches in to his sock and pulls out a cell phone.

Evan goes to the prison infirmary where Kristen is complaining about looking for the doctor after punching the wall. Evan offers to get her some ice which Kristen mocks as that passing for medical attention. Evan says it’s all he can do for her for now since the average wait time here is 2-3 weeks. Evan asks who Kristen hit. Kristen admits it was the wall and asks what it is to him. Evan says they heard the commotion and thought the girls were fighting over the remote again. Evan goes to leave but Kristen stops him and says she was upset as she misses her daughter and doesn’t know when she’s ever going to see her again. Evan says he’s sorry to hear that as he knows exactly how she feels.

Chloe knows Shawn is hurt and angry. Shawn doesn’t want to hear that it wasn’t cheating because they were separated when he didn’t want to be separated in the first place. Chloe suggests he try to understand Belle’s side of this. Shawn argues that he was assaulted and Belle is acting like he cheated on her. Chloe explains that Belle understands that but what was in Shawn’s control was letting her know that he had sex with Jan, so he could’ve controlled the reaction to Jan having his baby but instead he helped Jan get out of prison and moved her in. Shawn argues that Belle had already moved out. Chloe says it was temporary and then Jan asked him to keep Belle away from her. Shawn argues that he was looking out for his baby’s health. Chloe questions what about looking out for his marriage.

Belle tells Brady that she’s sorry as it’s so hard when a child is involved. Brady states that all that matters is what’s best for Rachel as she’s getting older and developing anxieties. Brady doesn’t think prison is the right place for a kid and that Rachel can’t handle it. Belle encourages that he’ll figure it out. Brady says he’s exhausted and asks how Belle is doing and what she came to talk about. Belle goes over her husband having a son with a low life criminal and they are separated while she and EJ are through and she’s staying with Brady’s girlfriend which she’s sure he greatly appreciates. Brady assumes it didn’t go well when Belle told Shawn about her and EJ. Belle clarifies that she didn’t tell Shawn as Sami beat her to it and took great pleasure in spilling the beans as if things between them weren’t bad enough already. Brady asks if Belle wants to work things out with Shawn or not.

Johnny asks Allie what her problem is. Allie complains that Chanel asked them to back off, so he snuck behind her back with an engagement ring. Johnny argues that Allie was coming to see Chanel too. Allie argues that she didn’t have an engagement ring and was just coming to see her best friend because she just got some really upsetting news. Chanel asks her what happened. Allie reveals that she just found out that her grandma Kate knew that Lucas kidnapped Sami. Johnny can’t believe that Kate covered for Lucas and then he turned around and killed Abigail. Allie shouts that she doesn’t think Lucas did that as Marlena hypnotized him and he uncovered a memory that might clear him. Chanel says that’s great but Johnny shouts that he still kidnapped their mom and admitted it to them all but had the nerve to plead not guilty. Allie asks if Johnny wants her dad to go to prison to ruin her life more. Chanel yells at them to both stop.

Governor Mitchell questions Abe not being the one who had Paulina reach out to him about an endorsement, which Abe confirms he did not. Paulina explains that Abe is so humble so she knew he’d need a little push and to just imagine what Abe could do for the state. The Governor jokes about Abe having quite the representative. Governor Mitchell then gets a call from Orpheus. He tells Orpheus that he doesn’t know how he got his number, but he’s hanging up. Orpheus reveals that he got his number from his personnel file and warns that he might want to hear what he has to say.

Chanel complains that she said she needed time and instead of honoring that, they are acting like contestants on The Bachelorette. Johnny argues that Chanel just told him that she loves him. Chanel says that’s not news but she loves Allie too. Allie asks how much time she needs because it’s been weeks and they’re trying to be patient but they can’t go on like this. Johnny agrees and declares that Chanel needs to make a choice now.

Shawn tells Chloe that Belle doesn’t want to raise Jan’s son and can’t separate him from everything. Shawn admits he didn’t think he could either but then he saw the baby and he’s his boy. Shawn adds that Steve and Kayla keep offering to babysit, but he doesn’t want to be separated from him especially after almost losing him. Chloe guarantees that when Belle holds the baby, her heart will melt. Shawn says that will be kinda difficult considering Belle can’t be in the same room as the baby. Chloe says that Belle is just upset and she knows Shawn is too. Chloe says she saw them fall in love all those years ago and always believed they are meant to be together.

Belle tells Brady that she does want to work things out with Shawn as he’s the love of her life and she knows now that sleeping with EJ was a huge mistake. Brady is proud of her for figuring that out on her own. Belle states that their problems started way before EJ was in the picture. Belle knows it’s not the baby’s fault and she wishes she could just forget he belongs to Jan and Shawn, but she doesn’t think she can do that.

Kristen realizes who Evan is and that he had a son that Rafe was raising for awhile. Evan says that his sister took his son halfway around the world and he doesn’t know when he’s going to see him again, but he has another newborn son and he’s going to be with him very soon. Kristen thought the policy was no visitors under the age of 2. Evan clarifies that he didn’t say that. Kristen asks if he’s saying he is getting out. Evan claims that he’s up for parole in a couple of weeks. Kristen doesn’t believe him since he has a rap sheet almost as long as hers and he just got back after a prison break, so she’s well aware of those consequences. Evan questions how she knows so much about him. Kristen guesses he doesn’t know who he’s talking to and introduces herself, saying she knows all and makes a point to find out what she doesn’t know. Kristen then questions how Evan is getting out to see his son.

Governor Mitchell questions how Orpheus got access to confidential records. Orpheus says he may have thought he buried the Anderson file deep but he’s afraid it looks like he’s sunk. Orpheus warns that he knows everything the Governor did. He asks what Orpheus wants. Orpheus says that’s exactly what he wanted to hear.

Brady encourages that Belle is a very good person and while Shawn Christian is Jan’s baby, he’s also Shawn’s baby. Brady adds that Shawn found a way to step up and be a parent, so Belle probably can too, especially now that Jan is out of the picture. Belle argues that they don’t know that Jan is gone since she’s been gone before. Brady points out that she’s never been at the bottom of a river. Belle argues that even if she was going to try, she slept with EJ so Shawn won’t even talk to her. Brady says that they know Shawn loves her but he’s stubborn. Brady feels that Belle can get through to him and suggests she talk to him. Brady says she won’t get anywhere unless they let each other know how they feel.

Shawn tells Chloe that if Belle has something to say to him, she can say it herself. Chloe knows he’s mad and she’s not making excuses but Belle knows that what happened with EJ was a mistake. Shawn argues that he could think of several other words for it. Chloe is sure Belle would have choice words for him too since it’s not like nothing happened between he and Jan the last few months. Shawn argues that he didn’t sleep with Jan. Chloe brings up seeing him kiss her. Shawn clarifies that Jan kissed him. Chloe points out that Shawn was running out to get her cheeseburgers and rubbing her aching back while she was pregnant and gushing over their beautiful child together. Chloe says a baby bonds people and she knows he felt that which wasn’t easy for Belle to see. Chloe says the baby wasn’t the problem, it was always Jan. Chloe declares that Jan and EJ are out of their lives now, so the only people standing between he and Belle are he and Belle. Shawn says it’s not that simple. Chloe feels it’s only as complicated as he wants to make it. Chloe encourages Shawn to call Belle, talk to her, and try to figure their way back to each other because she knows if two people could do it, it’s them.

Governor Mitchell apologizes to Paulina and says he has to go as there has been an emergency. Paulina argues that she just took dinner out of the oven. He apologizes and calls for a rain check. Paulina hopes he takes what they discussed under advisement since Abe would be his most worthy successor. The Governor says he will and rushes out. Abe then tells Paulina that she has some explaining to do.

Evan tells Kristen that he never said he was getting out. Kristen calls him a terrible liar and says this would be so much simpler if he just told her everything. Evan responds that he can’t. Kristen asks if his dad is threatening him as she knows Orpheus can be so scary. Kristen promises Evan that she’s scarier as she then grabs Evan in a chokehold and threatens to stab him with a pencil unless he tells her how he’s going to break out. Evan says he never said he was going to break out. Kristen reminds him that the wait for medical attention is 2-3 weeks as she holds the pencil at his eye. Evan then agrees to tell her. Evan reveals to Kristen what Orpheus is up to, which she calls impressive. Evan tells her that she can’t tell Orpheus that he told her. Kristen says she won’t say a word, but he will. Kristen orders him to get a piece of paper because she has a new job for him as a delivery boy.

Governor Mitchell meets Orpheus in prison and says he had to make up a story to the warden about wanting to see his prison reforms in action. Orpheus argues that all he’s done in office is line the pockets like the rest of the suits. The Governor says there must be something he can do for him and offers a prison transfer. Orpheus says he’s not negotiating and says he’s been working on a plan to get out since he got here and here the Governor is. He responds that can’t be done. Orpheus warns that a smart guy would see the power has shifted. Orpheus says he wouldn’t know that but right now his only choice is to do precisely what he says or else his shiny legacy of public service will be flushed down the toilet and he can say goodbye to his blissful retirement and lucrative consulting deals that he has lined up as he will end up in prison. Governor Mitchell argues that he can’t possibly justify this to the people. Orpheus says he’s a politician so he can do what he does best and lie.

Paulina knows Abe’s reputation took a hit because of her crazy scheme with Price Town, so she wants to make it up to him. Abe questions pitching him for a job that he doesn’t really want. Paulina asks if he’s never seen himself in the Governor’s mansion with her on his arm. Abe says now he sees what this is all about. Paulina admits she’s being selfish and that she’d love to be first lady because she’s proud of him and proud to be his wife. Paulina calls him a decent, honorable man and says no one would make a better Governor than him.

Chanel questions Allie and Johnny deciding not to respect her wishes. Allie says they can’t anymore because the situation is driving them all crazy. Allie brings up Lucas being so obsessed with winning his mom’s love that he went off the deep end. Chanel asks if they think she’s enjoying this. Chanel says she’s not playing them against each other. Johnny says maybe not on purpose. Chanel reminds them that she’s the one who got dumped and hurt twice and had to watch them go after someone else. Chanel cries that it’s not her fault as she didn’t create this messed up situation. Johnny points out that she’s the only one who can fix it. Chanel responds that she should just tell them both to go to Hell but she won’t because they are right that she needs to make a choice.

Evan returns to Orpheus in the visiting room. Orpheus tells Evan that it’s done and all taken care of. Orpheus then questions Evan being back so soon and argues that his shift can’t be over yet. Evan then hands him the piece of paper. Orpheus reads it and then calls Evan an idiot.

Paulina talks about how Chanel would love the perks of living in the Governor’s Mansion while Abe would love running the state properly and helping the people. Paulina adds that Abe needs a distraction from Eli, Lani, and the twins being gone so he can do what he does best and give them what they need. Paulina knows it’s crossed his mind and that she just needed to push him out of his comfort zone. Paulina wishes she just had more time with the Governor to plead his case and wonders what was so important to make him rush out.

Orpheus finishes another call and tells Evan that he’s lucky the Governor is still taking his calls. Evan tries to apologize but Orpheus stops him and declares that what’s done is done. Orpheus tells Evan to just sit tight where he can see him and to keep his big mouth shut until the plan is executed.

Chloe goes to see Brady and they kiss. Brady asks if Shawn enjoyed his baby gift. Chloe thinks so and then sees Belle is inside, asking what she’s doing here. Brady responds that Belle was just ignoring his love life advice. Chloe responds that Shawn was just doing the same with her as she tried to talk sense in to him but he was not being very receptive. Belle jokes that Shawn is almost as stubborn as her. Belle then gets a call from Shawn, who hopes that they could talk and invites her to come over which she agrees to.

Chanel didn’t think it would be this hard to choose. Johnny says he’s endlessly charming, witty, and attractive as he raises her engagement ring then says he guesses Allie is too. Allie tells him to be quiet. Chanel brings up her first marriage lasting a day and her second one wasn’t much longer. Chanel declares that she wants to do it right this time, so she’s sorry but she can’t accept Johnny’s ring. Allie asks if Chanel is saying she chooses her. Chanel declares that she’s not choosing either one of them. Chanel clarifies that she will make a decision but she has to sleep on it as she can’t decide with both of them staring at her. Johnny and Allie understand that. Chanel says she will see them tomorrow and walks away. Johnny asks Allie if she will be able to accept that Chanel chooses him. Johnny wants to be cool with whatever happens with everything happening with their parents and Chanel. Johnny and Allie admit they miss each other and agree to be okay no matter what happens as they hug.

Paulina tells Abe that she’s so excited that he’s on board. Abe points out that Governor Mitchell hasn’t endorsed him yet. Paulina then gets a message that the Governor is giving a press conference right now. She excitedly turns on the TV believing that it’s happening now. They watch the news conference as Governor Mitchell announces that his term is ending and he wants to talk to everyone about Orpheus. Paulina questions who that is while Abe can’t believe it as the Governor announces he is issuing a full pardon to Orpheus and his son Christian Maddox aka Evan Friers.

Orpheus tells Evan that they did it and it should be happening as they speak. Evan declares that the first thing he’s going to do when he gets out is claim his son.

Shawn takes care of baby Shawn at home as Belle walks in.

Kristen remains in the Infirmary holding onto the valentine that Rachel made for her. Kristen says for Rachel not to worry because Mommy is coming.

Brady informs Chloe that Kristen called him about wanting to see Rachel. Chloe thinks they should make this a Kristen-free evening which Brady agrees with. Chloe turns on the TV and they find the Governor’s emergency press conference, wondering what’s going on. Governor Mitchell then announces that he is also issuing a full pardon to Kristen DiMera, shocking Brady and Chloe.

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Update written by Joseph

Allie is at home, on the phone with Tripp. She tells him that she doesn’t know how she feels as she went from her parents getting married to her dad getting arrested for kidnapping her mom. Allie thanks him for checking on her and hangs up as Kate arrives. Kate says she just wanted to check on her and see how she’s doing. Allie responds that she’s just praying that her father isn’t a murderer. Kate hopes today her prayers will be answered as she doesn’t think Lucas killed Abigail and she thinks maybe they will get proof of that today.

Lucas tells Marlena that he just wishes he could remember every single detail of that night. Marlena thinks hypnosis got them halfway there and they can maybe get clarity after they interview Sarah. Lucas wonders what Sarah was doing at the DiMera Mansion. Marlena says only she has the answer to that. Lucas hopes that Sarah can prove to Rafe and Chad that he didn’t kill Abigail.

Rafe calls Chad to give him a heads up that he’s bringing in a person of interest. Chad asks what that means. Rafe responds that they aren’t sure yet. Chad wants to come down there but Rafe says no way in Hell.

Maggie questions who Jada is. Jada introduces herself as Detective Jada Hunter from the Salem PD. Maggie questions her objecting to the marriage. Sarah asks if Xander knows her. Xander says he’s never seen her before in his life. Maggie worries about what Xander has done now, but Jada then reveals that she’s here to bring Sarah in for questioning. Sarah asks why. Xander asks what she could possibly have to question Sarah about. Jada reveals that it’s about the murder of Abigail DiMera, shocking them all.

Chad tells Rafe that he needs to know what information this person has or if they are a suspect and this means Lucas didn’t do it. Rafe assures that he’s doing everything by the book and Chad has shown he can’t restrain himself and if he goes off the handle again, he could jeopardize the entire investigation. Rafe says he will let him know when he knows more, but he needs to promise to stay out of it. Chad asks how he’s supposed to do that and if he wants someone to chain him to a chair. Sonny walks in to the DiMera Mansion and tells Chad that he can do that if he needs him to.

Xander argues that Jada must have been given some bad information but she disagrees. Maggie questions not hearing of her before. Jada explains that she just got hired today. Xander remarks that it explains that she’s anxious to prove herself on her first day but this isn’t the way and tells her to go talk to Rafe about it. Jada reveals that Rafe is the one who sent her here. Xander argues that he must have made a mistake because Sarah doesn’t know anything about Abigail’s murder. Jada wants to hear her say that. Sarah backs up that she doesn’t but Jada says that’s funny because they have an eye witness that puts her at the scene of the crime on the night that Abigail was killed.

Allie doesn’t understand why Lucas plead not guilty since he admitted to kidnapping Sami at the wedding. Kate explains that she convinced him to fight the charges. Allie asks why. Kate worried that if he confessed to kidnapping Sami then they would go ahead and charge him for Abigail’s murder. Allie asks if she’s sure he didn’t do it. Kate says of course he didn’t. Allie doesn’t want to believe it but points out that Lucas was capable of kidnapping Sami, lying about it, and keeping it from all of them for months. Kate then tells her that there’s something she has to talk to her about.

Chanel runs in to Johnny in the town square and asks what he’s doing here. Johnny responds that he was waiting for her because he needs her.

Sonny questions Chad needing him to stop him from going to the police station. Chad screams that he needs to go to the police station. Sonny encourages that Rafe needs to be able to focus on the case instead of dealing with him. Chad asks if he’s just supposed to sit here and lose his mind. Sonny offers to keep him company and keep his mind off things. Chad asks how to think about anything else as he just keeps wondering if it could be true that Lucas killed Abigail and if he was that desperate to keep his secret. Sonny mentions that Will was asking the same questions before he left. Chad asks where he went. Sonny explains that he got some new project and he practically had to force him to go. Chad asks if Will thinks Lucas could be the one who did it. Sonny says no and neither does he. Chad asks why not since Lucas kidnapped Sami. Sonny argues they can’t jump to conclusions. Chad thinks they should accept the fact that it could be him while Sonny points out that this new information could vindicate Lucas and it’s Rafe’s job to find the truth. Sonny tells Chad to just let Rafe do his job.

Rafe enters the interrogation room and informs Lucas and Marlena that Sarah is being brought in as they speak while he will need a statement from Lucas. Lucas says he’ll say whatever he needs. Rafe tells Lucas to just say whatever he remembers from that night. Lucas agrees to do that now so Rafe exits to go get his recorder. Lucas thanks Marlena for helping him remember as he knows it was a lot to ask after everything he did to Sami. Marlena says she can’t begin to understand why he did what he did and she doesn’t condone it. Lucas is so sorry that he hurt Sami, Marlena, and his kids. Lucas knows he’s lost Sami forever and it’s his own damn fault, but now that he remembers seeing Sarah at the DiMera Mansion, he wonders if he could remember more. Marlena says it’s possible for more memories to come back. Lucas feels like a lot is clearing up now. Lucas hopes that Sarah can prove that it wasn’t him who hurt Abigail.

Xander questions Jada who claims they saw Sarah. Maggie asks what exactly they saw. Jada says she can’t say but that the eye witness placed Sarah at the DiMera Mansion on the night of the murder. Xander argues that Sarah was nowhere near the mansion and had no reason to go there but Sarah reveals that’s not true.

Chad paces at home, complaining of not knowing what to do with all his anger and guilt. Sonny questions his guilt when he didn’t do anything. Chad guesses he hasn’t talked to EJ then. Sonny asks what EJ would have to say. Chad reveals to Sonny that he knew Lucas was the one who kidnapped Sami since he discovered Lucas planting evidence on the DiMera computer to frame EJ but he kept quiet because EJ was trying to shut him out of DiMera and kept causing problems for he and Abigail. Sonny realizes Chad then sent his brother to jail which Chad confirms. Sonny says he’s not saying Chad should be proud of it but he’s sure he had his reasons. Sonny asks what now and if EJ is going to press charges. Chad says not if he signs over all his shares of DiMera again. Sonny asks if he’s going to do it.

Allie tells Kate that it sounds serious. Kate responds that it is but they get interrupted by Marlena showing up at the door. Allie comments on having both her grandmothers visit. Marlena says she didn’t know Kate would be there. Kate explains that she came to tell Allie about Marlena hypnotizing Lucas, so maybe now she can tell them both if she was able to do it. Marlena confirms that she was. Kate asks if Lucas remembered anything about the night of Abigail’s murder. Marlena reveals that he did and she wasn’t going to discuss it with Kate, but Lucas asked her to share whatever he recalls with his family. Marlena admits that Lucas did remember going to the DiMera Mansion that night. Allie asks if Lucas killed Abigail. Marlena explains that Lucas remembered going around back to get in to the DiMera Mansion and was making himself a drink when the knife he was cutting a lemon with slipped and he cut himself. Kate realizes that he didn’t use the knife on Abigail then. Allie asks if he remembered anything else. Marlena reveals that Lucas said there was somebody else there that night.

Rafe takes Lucas’s statement and asks him again how he got in to the DiMera Mansion. Lucas tells him that he let himself in through the living room doors. Rafe asks what he did once inside. Lucas admits he made himself a drink and went to a cut a lemon but his hands were shaky, so the knife slipped and sliced his hand. Rafe asks what happened next. Lucas says he walked towards the foyer and that’s when he saw Sarah Horton. Lucas notes that Sarah did not see him as she was agitated and running towards the door. Lucas adds that Sarah was in a total panic.

Sarah states that she did have a reason to go the DiMera Mansion that night. Jada asks what the reason was. Sarah says it was to see Abigail. Xander tells her that she doesn’t have to do this. Jada asks why Sarah would be looking for Abigail. Sarah explains that she had a conversation with Marlena that day, who has been treating her. Jada understands Sarah recently went through a trauma. Maggie argues that Sarah was kidnapped, drugged, and held hostage by a maniac. Xander doesn’t see what that has to do with anything. Jada asks about Sarah’s conversation with Marlena. Sarah says they talked about adjusting her meds and Marlena suggested she go speak to Abigail because she had been through something similar and she thought it was a good idea. Jada questions if Sarah admits that she went to see Abigail that night.

Chanel tells Johnny that she’s really sorry that his family is going through this. Johnny just wants his dad to be okay. Chanel says he seems like a tough guy like him. Johnny says he doesn’t always feel that way. Chanel encourages Johnny about what he’s been through this year and coming out on the other side of battling The Devil. Johnny points out that he still lost her. Chanel says things happen. Johnny complains that his parents could’ve found their way back to each other but now his mom left town and no one knows if or when she’ll ever come home while Chad just lost Abigail forever and he doesn’t want that to happen to them. Chanel assures that she’s not going anywhere and is still his friend. Johnny argues that he wants more than that and to give them another try. Johnny points out that before The Devil ruined everything, they were so happy. Johnny says falling in love with her was the best time of his life and he thinks she was pretty happy too. Chanel responds that so much has happened since then. Johnny says not for him since the feelings are just as strong and never went away. Johnny declares that these are just words and he wants to show her as he pulls out a ring box. Chanel questions what he’s doing. Johnny gives her the box and tells her to open it. She does and finds her engagement ring, remembering that she threw it at him. Johnny says he found it and the second he picked it up, all the memories came rushing back. Johnny reminds her of when he first proposed to her. Johnny says they got married that night and she called it the most romantic day of her life. Chanel questions why he’s doing this when he said he would respect her wishes. Johnny argues that he tried but he can’t just keep pretending that he’s not still in love with her.

Allie questions Lucas seeing Sarah in the mansion on the night of the murder. Kate questions what the hell she was doing there. Marlena explains that Rafe is sending a detective to talk to Sarah so maybe she can remember something to help Lucas. Kate remarks that’s assuming Sarah’s not the murderer. Allie questions why Sarah would kill Abigail. Kate says she doesn’t know but anything is possible. Marlena says she will let them know if she hears from Rafe. Kate thanks Marlena for helping as she knows Marlena is upset with her and Lucas. Allie questions why Marlena would be upset with Kate.

Chad tells Sonny that EJ can have his shares as they mean nothing to him now and he owes it after what he did. Chad adds that EJ pointed out his hypocrisy for going after EJ for allowing Clyde to stay free when he was a threat to the family and he did the exact same thing with Lucas. Sonny doesn’t think it’s fair to compare Lucas to Clyde Weston. Chad points out that Lucas kidnapped Sami and may have cost Abigail her life. Sonny argues that they don’t know that. Chad says if it is true that Lucas killed her, then he could’ve prevented it if he told the truth as Lucas would be behind bars and Abigail could still be alive. Chad declares that if that’s true, he will never forgive himself.

Sarah clarifies that she didn’t say she was at the DiMera Mansion, just that she was planning to talk to Abigail. Jada questions if Sarah was or wasn’t there. Maggie accuses Jada of harassing her daughter. Jada just wants her to answer the question. Xander tells Sarah not to say another word. Jada asks him to stay out of it. Xander argues that Sarah doesn’t have to answer anything or talk to Jada at all if she doesn’t want to. Jada says he’s right but that would make her wonder what Sarah is hiding. Xander says that’s enough and points out that Jada interrupted their wedding, so he’s asking her to leave.

Rafe asks Lucas if Sarah ran out. Lucas recalls Sarah stopping in the doorway as he thinks she dropped something. Rafe questions if it was a knife.

Johnny tells Chanel that he wanted to be patient and tried to give her space, but he just watched his parents lives fall apart and his uncle Chad have his heart ripped out while all he could think about was how quickly it can all go away, so it became impossible for him to wait. Johnny says every minute that goes by without him telling her how he feels is a minute wasted, so he’s not going to stand back and risk losing her because he knows she’s the right person for him and he’s the right person for her. Johnny knows she might have feelings for his sister, but he believes in his soul that they belong together and they can’t lose any more time. Johnny then gets down on one knee and proposes to Chanel.

Marlena questions Kate not telling Allie. Allie asks someone to explain what’s going on. Kate says she was about to tell her when Marlena knocked on the door. Kate doesn’t know how to say it but informs Allie that she knew Lucas had kidnapped Sami. Allie questions her knowing the whole time. Kate clarifies that she found out after Sami had been rescued or else she would’ve told someone. Allie argues that it’s easy to say now and complains that Kate let her go on about how Lucas is a hero when she knew. Kate argues that Lucas is still her father. Allie calls him a kidnapper and maybe worse. Allie questions Kate not saying anything and keeping her mouth shut during the wedding. Kate argues that she believed they loved each other. Allie argues that he kidnapped her so the whole thing was based on a lie and if Chad hadn’t burst in, they’d be married right now. Kate tells Allie that she’s so sorry. Allie asks if Roman knows. Kate confirms that he does and has now broken off their relationship and doesn’t want to see or talk to her anymore because of it. Allie says that’s good because neither does she.

Sonny sits Chad down and tells him to relax and take it one thing at a time. Sonny encourages that Rafe is going to find out if it was Lucas or somebody else and then he will bring that person to justice. Chad says as much as he wants to find out who the killer is, it’s not going to change anything since Abigail is still gone and he’s nothing without her. Sonny points out that he still has his kids. Chad remarks that he’s about as good of a father as he is a brother to EJ. Chad says it’s hard to be a loving dad when filled with rage and regret. Sonny tells him he’s doing his best but Chad doesn’t feel that way. Chad talks about how Abigail would always tell the kids a long bedtime story with a new adventure every night and it was the best part of their day. Sonny points out that Chad is still with the kids and they feel that he’s trying which is all that matters. Chad asks what if he’s not enough. Sonny tells Chad the next time he feels overwhelmed or like he needs backup, he can call him. Sonny reminds Chad that he’s his best friend, so if he needs help with the kids, he’s there no matter what which means he’s also there for him any time he needs to talk. Chad points out that Sonny is running Titan now. Sonny says that doesn’t matter as he promises to always make time for him no matter what.

Rafe questions Lucas if Sarah was looking at a knife on the floor. Lucas says he doesn’t know. Rafe questions if Lucas didn’t see it or he doesn’t remember. Lucas says he does remember but her back was to him and he saw her pick something up and shove it in to her pocket, but he couldn’t make out what it was and then she ran off. Lucas says he’s sorry. Rafe asks what Lucas did next and if he went after Sarah. Lucas says no, so Rafe asks if he went upstairs or if he saw Abigail.

Jada is afraid she can’t leave without getting answers to her questions. Xander assures that she will get her answers, just not right now. Maggie pleads with Jada to let them get married. Xander promises that Sarah will be in touch, but they have to finish their wedding. Jada asks if that’s what Sarah wants. Sarah tells Xander that she’s so sorry but she can’t do this right now. Xander knows this has been upsetting but feels that clearly Jada has made a mistake. Xander tells Sarah that tomorrow they will go to the police station together to straighten this all out, but today he just wants to marry her and finally make her his wife. Xander asks Maggie for help. Maggie points out that they were up to the vows so it’d be just five more minutes and they’d be married. Sarah cries that she can’t as this is too much and she can’t give their wedding her full attention. Sarah wants to cooperate since Jada is trying to solve Abigail’s murder and she loved Abigail. Sarah points out that if it wasn’t for Abigail, she wouldn’t be here now. Maggie says she understands as Sarah decides she must do everything she can to help and answer all Jada’s questions. Sarah tells Jada that she will go with her. Xander tries to tell her no but Jada says that’s a good decision. Sarah declares that she has nothing to hide, so she’ll make a statement and tell her anything she wants. Xander asks Jada to give them a moment alone.

Lucas tells Rafe that he remembers now and it’s all coming back to him as after Sarah left, he didn’t go upstairs and he didn’t see Abigail. Rafe asks what he did. Lucas says his hand was throbbing and bleeding and he didn’t want to bleed all over the place, so he went back to the living room bar for another towel. Lucas says he went back out the way he came in. Rafe asks where he went then.

Kate asks Allie to give her a chance to explain but Allie says there’s nothing to explain as she lied and protected a criminal. Allie doesn’t want to hear Kate’s excuses and asks Marlena to watch Henry because she has to get out of here. Kate offers to watch Henry but Allie tells her to stay away from him. Marlena agrees to do it as Allie storms out.

Chanel gets Johnny up from being down on one knee. Johnny says he’s still waiting on an answer. Johnny reminds Chanel that she admitted how happy she was with him and they’d still be together right now if it wasn’t for The Devil. Johnny says they would be looking forward to their first anniversary together. Chanel repeats that so much has happened since then. Johnny knows they have lost a lot of time but says they don’t have to lose anymore. Johnny tells Chanel that he wants her, he needs her, and he loves her. Johnny adds that he knows she loves him.

Sonny pours drinks for he and Chad. Chad thinks he heard a car in the driveway but Sonny tells him there wasn’t. Chad talks about how it happens that he hears something and thinks it’s Abigail. Chad talks about thinking Abigail would walk in or that she’d be next to him when he wakes up but she’s not and never will be. Chad breaks down crying that he feels so lost and it takes everything he has to hold it all together. Sonny hugs Chad as he cries.

Lucas tells Rafe that he staggered out the doors and remembers thinking he had to get out of there, but he was so drunk that he kept falling but he kept getting up and he made it to the Salem Inn. Lucas assures that he went straight to the Salem Inn and doesn’t know how he made it to his room, but declares that this means he didn’t kill Abigail.

Jada tells Sarah that she will wait for her while Maggie walks her out. Xander argues that this is crazy as there’s no reason for Sarah to answer any questions about Abigail since she didn’t go over there. Sarah points out that she wanted to. Xander repeats that she didn’t. Xander says that Sarah said herself that she loved Abigail and had no reason to hurt her. Sarah asks what if she did because she doesn’t remember everything from that night. Sarah brings up her hallucinations, seeing Kristen all over the place like the night that she thought Victor was coming after her. Sarah adds that she attacked Nicole and pulled a knife on Chanel, so what if she went there that night and thought Abigail was Kristen and she murdered her. Xander hugs Sarah.

Kate tells Marlena that it looks like she’s screwed up her relationship with her granddaughter as well. Marlena says she wouldn’t give up on her just yet. Kate says Allie has been through so much and she just made things worse for her. Marlena points out that Kate didn’t mean to hurt her. Kate says that doesn’t matter since Allie hates her and Lucas. Kate feels Allie shouldn’t be alone right now. Marlena knows she’s worried but she can’t be there for her. Kate is just grateful that Allie is surrounded by other people that love her…

Johnny asks Chanel if she still loves him and says he can see it in her eyes. Chanel admits that she loves him too and they start kissing right as Allie walks up and sees them.

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