Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

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[soft tense music]

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Philip. What are you doing in bed on this glorious morning?

Oh, maybe because I was up half the night reading and rereading this letter.

Must you be so sensitive? Victor’s been gone for a long time, and he’s costing you sleep.

Yes, he is.

[sighs] Well, I’m not gonna let you waste the day away ruminating over your– your late father. We have more important things to do.

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Oh. Xander, what a lovely surprise. I’m having my morning oolong. Would you like a cup?

I’ll pass, thanks.

I’d offer you some breakfast, but we’re fresh out of haggis. How about a scone?

I’m here to talk, Kristen.

Ooh. Well, then I am assuming that you and Philip have come to terms on allowing you to trade Titan for the serum. Did you get your brother to back off so that we could make the deal or not?

Afraid not. But…I have a better way to make that happen.

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[soft music]

Guess he doesn’t want to talk. Mm, it’s still early. Maybe he’s in bed.

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[chuckles]

Good morning.

Good morning.

So…that happened.

[laughs]

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So you want to start over?

Good morning. I would like to introduce you to our new castmate who’s going to play our resident bad girl, Regan Holloway, okay? So Johnny, Chanel, let me introduce you to Joy Wesley. [tense music]

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Johnny. Hi.

Uh– [clears throat] Joy.

I’m–I’m glad that I ran into you. You, um– you left this in my room last night.

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Actually, we’ve already met.

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[spluttering] I’m sorry, have we met?

Uh, Chanel and I have.

Oh.

It’s nice to see you again.

Yeah, same here. And I am not surprised you got the role, especially considering your audition. You killed it. And you only had the sides for, like, two minutes before. I read opposite Joy.

Oh, okay. Okay.

Are you on the show, too?

Well, uh– well, not as an actor. This is Johnny DiMera. He’s one of our directors.

Oh.

Hi. It’s, uh– it is nice to meet you.

You too.

Welcome to Pineview.

Thank you. And I appreciate you giving me such a warm welcome considering I’m here to steal your man. [laughter]

What time is it anyway?

It’s late, : a.m.

Oh, wait, but there’s the teacher in-service today. Right?

Yes, luckily. Otherwise, we would be in serious trouble. Speaking of, what are you gonna say to your dad when he sees I slept over? Or your grandparents?

I mean, my grandma goes to work super early, and my dad and grandpa must’ve just decided to let me sleep in and went out. Otherwise, one of them would have for sure knocked on the door by now.

So this was good timing.

Definitely. Um, Sophia, I just– I wanted to tell you that, um, when I invited you over, I–

You didn’t expect this to happen. Neither did I. But I’m glad it did. [soft music] Are you?

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Holly.

Aunt Sarah, hi.

Hey. My mom said you were back from your trip.

Good to see you.

Oh, it’s good to see you too, honey. How–how did it go? How was your trip?

Ah, it was intense, to say the least.

Yeah. Yeah, I heard. It was a whole lot of drama.

With Chad, yeah. Crazy that woman was pretending to be Abigail.

Yeah, it really was. It really was. And just devastating for Chad and everyone that loved Abigail. So…I know you went to go and try to work things out with your mom. How did that go?

It was okay. Yeah, we had a good talk. I eventually realized that she and Eric didn’t intentionally mean to hurt me, that they thought they were doing the right thing by keeping the truth about my father’s death from me. So I forgave them.

Oh, honey, that makes me so happy. And not just for their sake, but for yours. And you know, I’m here anytime you want to talk about anything.

Thank you.

Mm-hmm.

So how are you doing? I heard Tate’s dad didn’t really cause the accident.

No, he didn’t. It was–it was Xander’s mother.

God, that’s crazy and awful. Xander must be a wreck over it.

Oh, yeah. Yeah, he was devastated. And then furious. Now he’s more motivated than ever to help me walk again. He’s doing everything he can to get his hands on that serum.

What serum? [tense music]

[sighs]

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What things do we have to do?

We have to fortify our position to stop that oaf Xander from turning Titan over to the DiMeras.

Look, I’m having second thoughts about this, Viv.

Oh, no, for heaven’s sakes, don’t tell me you’ve decided to let that Scottish bastard control your birthright.

Hardly. If it were up to me, Xander would be rotting at the bottom of a lake next to my prosthetic leg. My reluctance has nothing to do with my half-wit half brother and all to do with his wife. I’m having second thoughts because of Sarah.

[sighs]

[sighs] All right, so… what is this better idea you have? And it better be good. Seems Philip is committed to blocking us from making this deal go through.

Yeah, well, no matter what that letter says, Victor left the family business to me. This injunction of Philip’s will never hold up in court.

[scoffs] You’re telling me that you’re gonna rely on the American justice system to get what you want?

Hardly. While I’m certain that a judge would ultimately rule in our favor, Philip appears to have the resources and the will to tie this up in the courts for years. And I’ll be damned if I’m gonna sit by and see Sarah spend another one of Victoria’s birthdays in that bloody wheelchair.

All right, so how do you propose we dispense of Philip’s objections and obstructions?

It’s simple.

Mm-hmm.

Philip has to die for real.

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Yes, I’m really glad about what happened. I have no regrets.

That makes me so happy. [tender music] Was it okay?

Yeah, it was more than okay– for me. For you?

For me, too.

Good.

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[phone beeps]

I should probably check that. Oh, no.

What?

[sighs] We have a problem. [tense music]

Wait, so Kristen DiMera has some miracle serum that could cure you, that could make you walk again?

Apparently.

Oh, my God, Sarah, that’s amazing. Wh-what’s wrong? Why don’t you seem happy about it?

[clears throat] Well, because she’s asking for something really huge in return.

And what is that?

That Xander hand over Titan.

[scoffs] Wow. That’s definitely huge.

Mm-hmm.

I take it Xander didn’t react too well to it?

Oh, God no. No, not at all. But then he agreed.

What?

Yeah. Over my strenuous objection. But it’s like I said, Xander would give anything to help me walk again.

Wow. Wow, so Xander’s really just gonna give his family business over to Kristen?

Well, he was. But then his brother showed up.

What on Earth does Maggie’s daughter have to do with this?

She has everything to do with this. Sarah is the sole reason Xander is willing to give Titan to Kristen. Without that serum, she’ll never walk again.

Oh, that.

“Oh, that.” [whistles] The woman is paralyzed.

Frankly, I think Xander’s brain is paralyzed. Why would he give up Titan for a small liquid vial that may not even work? [tense music]

So your proposal to grease the wheels of justice is to kill Philip?

Well, it certainly solves all of our problems. You get Titan. I get the serum. Everyone’s happy.

[laughing] Except Philip.

Who cares about him?

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Maybe he is my brother, but he’s brought me nothing but grief.

[sighs] Still, I mean, this is a little drastic, don’t you think? Are you really prepared to murder your brother in cold blood?

[chuckles] No, of course not. But I’m pretty sure you are.

[laughs]

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Well, I know Regan is gonna give me a run for my money with Arrow.

Oh, for sure. [both laugh]

All right, well, I’m not scared, girlfriend, so you better bring it.

Believe me, I will.

All right. And now, speaking as Chanel and not Faith– out of character– um, did you want to run lines?

Oh, well, actually, I need you back over at the studio ’cause there’s some great new outfits for Faith I’d like you to take a look at.

Mm, okay. Well, I best up my game with this new girl in town if I want to keep my man’s interest.

Well, and to that end, let’s get you into a fitting, don’t you think?

Uh, you know, Kate, could we actually just wait a second on that? Chanel and I were kind of in the middle of something.

Um, actually, no, I–I can’t. You know, these clothes are gonna shoot tomorrow, and as you well know, we’re on a very tight schedule. So, um, you know, if you do have free time, maybe you could show Joy around, though. That’d be good. [soft tense music]

So… [chuckles] Weird coincidence, huh?

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What’s wrong?

My mom called Brianna’s house this morning looking for me.

You told her you slept over there?

Yeah. Luckily, Bri answered.

Okay, what’d she tell your mom?

That I was in the shower.

Right, well, at least she has your back.

Yeah, but I’m afraid that’s not gonna stall my mom for long. I need to deal with this.

Yeah, okay. Totally get it. While you do that, I’ll see if I can go find us something to eat. [soft jazzy music]

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Mom. Hey. Uh, Brianna said you were looking for me?

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Okay, so since Philip won’t let Xander give Titan to Kristen, she’s not giving you the serum you need to walk?

Yeah, that pretty much sums it up.

Oh. That’s really harsh.

Yeah, I mean– [sighs] It is and it isn’t. Like, the idea that Xander’s gonna give up the entire Titan empire for a serum that may or may not work, it just feels like a bad move to me. And honestly, given our history with Kristen, I think anybody could see why I wouldn’t trust her.

No, I–I totally get that. But what if the serum did really work, and you missed your chance to take it?

Well, I mean, first of all, I wouldn’t– [laughs] I wouldn’t really know, you know, like, that I missed the chance. And truthfully, it’s been a few months, and I am starting to get the hang of the chair. And, you know, I have– I have bad days, and I have good days. But today’s a good one.

Yeah?

Yeah. Well, I-I’m just grateful for any day that I get to spend with my husband and my daughter and people I care about like you, little old you.

You have such a great attitude.

Not always. [laughter] Truly, but I do try to stay positive most of the time. But right now, my biggest problem is worrying about Xander. He’s just–he really is willing to give anything for me to walk again, just getting his hands on that serum.

[laughs] Okay. You want me to kill Philip?

Unless you want him to kill our deal. You do want Titan, don’t you?

Ah, yes, just as much as you want that serum. Why don’t you do the honor?

Oh, come on, Kristen. You know as well as I do that even the Salem PD will be able to work out that Philip was blocking this deal. They’ll be knocking on my door before his body’s even cold.

Same is true with me, too. I have just as much reason to get rid of Philip as you do.

[sighs] Fine. Well, then consider it payback.

For what?

You’ve asked me to kill more than a few people for you. So under the heading of turnabout being fair play… [tense music]

Sarah Horton made her own bed when she crawled into it with that miscreant.

You and that soft heart of yours.

Not to mention that Titan belongs to you.

That’s not entirely true.

Well, it is.

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Right here, it’s Victor’s intention, black and white.

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So Estelle should be up with your new wardrobe in a few minutes.

Great. I can’t wait to see it.

You know, um, I heard about what happened at Johnny’s birthday party. I am so sorry that it didn’t go well.

Oh, yeah, that is putting it mildly. So you heard what happened, that my idiot husband accused me of having an affair with Alex.

[sighs] I heard.

And you probably also heard that it is because he saw Alex having sex with someone that he assumed was me, but really, it was Stephanie.

Yes, I heard that too, and I nearly fired both of them because of it.

Really?

Yes. But I decided to give them a second chance. And I’m hoping maybe you can give Johnny the same.

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Well, this is funny, huh? Not funny, ha ha. Just–I mean, I didn’t even know you were working on the show.

Yeah, and I had no idea you were even auditioning for it. Why–why didn’t you, uh, mention that when we met?

I didn’t really tell anybody. I didn’t want to jinx it. But look, I mean, it’s not a big deal. And I definitely didn’t forget that you’re married. And I certainly wouldn’t say anything in front of your boss and one of the other actors.

Yeah, that’s not just, um– she’s not just one of the other actors. That’s my wife.

Wait, Chanel is your wife? Man, I wish you would’ve told me. Then I wouldn’t have been so nice to her if I knew she was the one cheating on you.

Yeah, about that. Actually, she didn’t cheat on me. It turns out I just made a really big mistake.

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So you think I should give Johnny a second chance?

I do.

Is this because you’re trying to keep drama off of your set?

Mm, partly. But I also have a soft spot for Johnny.

Yeah, I know that you were married to his grandfather, Stefano.

Mm-hmm. Quite a while ago. But I remember it so vividly, Johnny running through his nonno’s house. He was such a sweet boy, Chanel.

Well, that sweet boy called me a cheating slut.

[sighs] I know. It’s horrible. And you have absolutely every reason to be angry about that. I know that I would be. [sighs] But– and I don’t mean this as any excuse for his behavior or his disrespect– but in my experience, men have a tendency to let their jealousy just overwhelm them.

Yeah, I can only imagine how Stefano behaved when he was jealous.

Yeah, well, seriously, I doubt you can, because he was a very special case. But we’ll leave that for another time. I’m really thinking about my son, about Philip… [sighs] Who was insanely, insanely jealous about Chloe, about any time that she would spend with Brady Black. I mean, he went through this– down this rabbit hole of just delusion. He almost completely lost his sanity. And Brady almost lost his freedom. So you know, I guess my point is that Johnny– he let his jealousy get the better of him for sure. And he consequently hurt you really badly. But he did not go to the crazy extremes that my son did, that he could have gone to. You know, I think maybe– maybe there’s a possibility that you could forgive him? Maybe? Maybe give him a second chance? [soft music]

So the secret your wife was keeping from you wasn’t that she was having an affair? It was that she was throwing you a surprise party?

Yep.

But you said you walked in on her having sex with some other guy.

I know. I couldn’t see the woman clearly, and I– I thought it was, and my jealousy just got the better of me, and I jumped to the wrong conclusion.

So your wife never cheated on you?

She didn’t.

Well, I guess it’s a good thing you didn’t confront her about it.

Actually, I did. Yeah. And, uh, I didn’t let her get a word in to explain the situation until after I had already said some horrible and nasty things to her.

Oh, boy.

In fact, I was just, uh, begging for her forgiveness as you walked up.

Right. Well, I guess if you figured this out sooner, you probably wouldn’t have come back to my hotel room with me. [laughs]

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It’s not that simple, Vivian. And you know it.

Oh, please. It couldn’t be more simple.

Yeah, yeah, yeah. I know what you’re gonna say, that this is not only what Victor wanted, but what I’d have gotten had I not let my obsession with Chloe Lane consume me.

Exactly.

And, of course, I never would’ve faked my own death if that “vapid woman” hadn’t led me on so mercilessly.

Absolutely right.

Now, lucky for me that amazingly loyal and brave you, a.k.a. Vivian Alamain, came to the rescue, showed up just in time to stop me from taking yet another bite from that poisonous apple.

Exactly.

Did I get that right?

Yes, you did.

I’m sorry, Xander. I do want Titan, but not bad enough to kill for it.

So we’re right back where we started.

Yep, I suppose we are. So you are gonna have to come up with another way to cut Philip off at the knees. That is, if you truly want your wife to walk again.

Well, false alarm. Victoria was just talking in her sleep.

Aw. Does she do that a lot?

She does. It’s so cute. [laughs] You waiting on a phone call?

Yeah, or a text.

From?

Doesn’t matter. You don’t need to hear about my Tate drama.

Are you kidding me? I want to hear about your Tate drama. It’s a welcome distraction as long as it doesn’t have anything to do with alcoholic mothers-in-law.

Actually, it kind of does have to do with your accident. See, when I thought Tate’s dad was at fault, I got super upset– for you, of course, but also because Eric was responsible for my dad’s death. So I was pretty harsh on Brady, said and did some things I regret. And Tate and I ended up breaking up.

Yeah, my mom told me.

Anyway, Grandma, she encouraged me to reach out to Tate last night. So I texted him asking if he wanted to talk.

Did you talk?

No, not yet. And we might not ever. He hasn’t gotten back to me yet.

Well, um, maybe he, uh, didn’t see the text? You try calling him?

Mm–mm, no. I actually did something even more radical. I went over to his house.

Very radical.

Yeah. [laughs] But nobody answered the door, so…

But maybe he was out.

Yeah. Or maybe he just doesn’t want anything to do with me anymore.

Crisis averted. I told my mom Brianna’s mom was making us eggs Benedict.

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I don’t suppose you know how to make that, do you? Tate, is something wrong?

Yes. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Everything’s cool. Except that I honestly have no idea how to make an eggs Benedict. But would you settle for a bowl of frosted honey pops?

That’s okay. I really should go. The longer I wait, the greater the chance my mom calls Brianna’s mother, which would obviously not be a good thing.

[laughs]

I had a really nice time last night.

Yeah. So did I. [tender music]

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See you later.

Definitely.

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[soft dramatic music]

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Oh, honey, just try your hardest not to jump to conclusions. You and Tate were really close for a while. I’m sure that he’s gonna be open to talking to you and trying to work things out.

I hope so. I just wish he’d text me back. [phone beeping] Oh, my God. It’s from Tate.

What does it say?

“Hey, I just got this.”

Listen, uh, about the other night, can we just forget that ever happened?

That would definitely be best considering we’re gonna be working together.

Right. You didn’t–you didn’t tell anyone, right?

No. I mean, my mom did find your wedding ring. But you don’t have to worry. I didn’t tell her your name or anything about you.

[sighs] Okay. Well, um, look, thank you. I appreciate your discretion. My wife can’t find out about this.

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And I know it’s selfish, but I also need my favorite director and lead actress to get along.

I understand that–

The thing is, our show hasn’t even aired yet, and we’ve had more than our share of scandals. I mean, it’s crazy. The last thing I need is another person storming through that door with yet another problem.

Kate! You need to tell that idiot son of yours that if he knows what’s good for him, he’ll stop trying to kill my deal.

If we’re gonna block this deal, you need to get dressed immediately.

I’d like to do just that if you wouldn’t mind giving me a little privacy.

Oh, please. I carried you in my womb for nine months until you emerged naked and glorious.

Going forward, that’s an image I request you never reference again. [whimsical music]

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I have absolutely no idea of what you’re talking about.

Your son didn’t come to you crowing about the letter Victor left for him, how he came back to Salem to stake some bogus claim to Titan just to block my deal?

Philip’s in town?

He’s at the Salem Inn.

[laughs] Sorry, I can’t believe that.

Oh, I think you can. I know you’re so busy with your little soap opera. But that wouldn’t stop you from having a hand in producing this drama. And certainly Philip doesn’t have the brains or the guts to make a move like this alone.

Okay, this is the first time I’m hearing any of this, all right?

You know what? I don’t care if it’s you or if someone else pulling Philip’s strings. You just get your son to back off, all right? Chanel.

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Don’t worry. What happened between us the other night will stay our little secret.

Chanel!

Hey. Didn’t realize you two were married to each other.

Oh, yeah, I think that’s because Kate is trying to keep all personal relationships between cast and crew kind of quiet.

I get that. Yeah, no, keep the drama on camera, right? But, you know, this guy really loves you. You know, all we did was talk about you while you were checking out your new wardrobe. [laughs] Uh, thank you for showing me around.

Yeah, no problem. So, um, how did your fitting go?

Great.

Yeah?

Yeah. And, uh, I also had a long talk with Kate and Johnny. I decided to forgive you.

You did? Oh, my God. Chanel, you have no idea how happy this makes me.

Don’t get too excited, all right? You are on probation. So you better not do anything else to screw this up. – Can we hang out and spend some time together like we used to before all this craziness happened?

I’d love that. I’ve missed you, Holly.

I missed you so much. [laughs] [tender music] [knocking on door]

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Hey.

Hey.

You want to come in?

Yeah. Thanks.

I’m sorry I didn’t respond to your text last night. I just saw it this morning.

No, it’s okay. I take it you were busy then.

Holly, there’s something that I need to tell you. [soft dramatic music]

So this is the second time that Philip has shown up in Salem without informing his mother. Let’s see how he feels about me showing up without announcing myself. Guess who!

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[sighs] Let’s hope your ex-wife can talk your stupid son Philip out of blocking my deal. Because if Kate can’t stop him, and Kristen won’t, then I just may have to kill the son of a bitch myself.

[stomps]

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Happy belated birthday, darling.

Oh. [chuckles] Thank you, Grandma. You–you didn’t have to do that.

I hope you like it. Uh, I’m sorry that I missed your– your birthday party on the set. Was it a surprise?

Oh. Yeah, it was, but, uh, not a good one.

What do you mean? What happened?

Well, I made a horrible mistake. I though Chanel was having an affair. And then I– [soft dramatic music]

You what?

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And then I made a huge ass out of myself. And I don’t know if Chanel will ever forgive me.

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I hope it’s OK if I stay here tonight.

Of course. You can stay here as long as you like.

Thank you. And I also hope that you’re not blaming yourself for casting Alex as my love interest. Johnny is the problem, not Alex. Johnny is the one who’s been acting like a jealous loon since the beginning. If he had even the tiniest amount of trust in me, then he never would have believed that I would sneak off into a hospital room to hook up with one of my costars.

That’s fair enough. That’s fair enough. But Seth Burns did say that–

I don’t care if Seth Burns said he saw me having an orgy, OK? Johnny shouldn’t have believed him. That was Stephanie with Alex. But Johnny saw what he wanted to see, period.

Well, you are welcome here, you know that. But I do think that– that Johnny needs to hear this more than I do.

Oh, he’s heard it. And double the value. I have said everything that I intend to say to that man.

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Hello, Stephanie. I was, um, hoping to still find you here.

I’m working on the press release. “Body and Soul” starts airing next week.

Ah! [chuckles] Very exciting.

Yeah. And kind of busy, so unless you have something important to say–

I actually do. I’m terribly sorry for the little mix up where I accidentally outed you as a, um–

As a what, Seth?

[chuckles] I’m sorry. You know what I mean.

No, I don’t. As a what?

You know, I think I hear my name on the PA. Excuse me.

Bonnie, hey. Is my dad around?

Actually, no. He is dealing with a situation.

Ah. Out of curiosity, did you tell him about–

About you and Stephanie making whoopee in the hospital?

[awkward chuckle]

Didn’t have to, half of Salem knows.

Mm. Well, that’s great.

Mm-hmm. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if by tomorrow, it wasn’t on the front page of “Headline Hollywood.”

Hi, I’m Joy Wesley. You wanted to see me?

Yes. Hi, Joy. It’s such a pleasure to meet you. Kate Roberts, co-executive producer of “Body and Soul.”

Well, I came as soon as I got your message. You wanted to see me?

Yes, I did. I saw your audition, and I was very impressed.

Oh. Well, I can do another one for you if you want. Or I could do a monologue from “Steel Magnolias.” That’s actually what I did to get into PGID at my school. That’s Performing Group In Dramatics.

Oh, I see. It’s so good of you to offer, but we don’t need to see any more. You got the job.

I did?

[chuckles] Yes.

Oh, my God!

Yes, congratulations. You start tomorrow. You are the newest trouble-maker in Pineview, Regan Holloway. Yep. The writers have big plans for you. [uneasy music]

Oh, what you got for me, Kate? This is Joy Wesley. We are casting her as our new Regan Holloway, so you need to start writing her in immediately. Blah, blah, blah. Also, there’s a production schedule change. New pages on top of everything else I have to crank out? [sighs] Well, hello, Regan. Welcome to “Body and Soul.” Yeah, you look like you could wreck a home or two, break a couple of hearts. [yawns] OK. Let’s go, words. Come to papa. Ah, no. No, no, no. I cannot sleep. Sleep is the enemy. Sleep means no pages. And no pages means no job. Regan Holloway. Regan–

I can’t believe how happy I am right now, Arrow.

We must be the happiest couple in all of Pineview. Just imagine, Faith, my mother nearly died, and the miracle that saved her life brought us back together.

Oh, Arrow, I know the audience wanted us together, but I wanted it even more.

Nothing and no one is ever gonna come between us ever again. [upbeat country music]

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Arrow, what are you doing with this woman?

Who the hell are you?

Do you want to tell her or should I?

Faith, this is Regan Holloway.

Aka Arrow’s wife.

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[tense music]

Arrow’s wife?

Damn right.

Well, I have something to show you, too. Oh, wait, I can’t do that in Pineview.

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“Fear and panic.” What is she talking about, Arrow?

Faith, let me explain–

Yes, listen very closely as he tells you the story about our loving marriage, especially the “death do us part” part.

Well, I don’t believe it. I have to go!

Faith, wait!

Forget about her, Arrow. Regan Holloway is the only woman who knows what you want and how to give it to you. [ominous music]

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Well, this is Commissioner Marshall, a warm and reassuring presence. And how may I help you?

Oh, my life is over!

I have to call you back. What is it, Faith? I thought you were having lunch with Arrow.

Oh, it was a disaster. He is married, and– and to that awful woman, Regan Holloway.

His high school sweetheart? I read the spoilers.

Oh. Well, then, you know. No. [sobbing] Daddy, I thought we were finally gonna be together, but now it’s all ruined. [crying]

Regan! Regan, wait, we cannot do this. We cannot do this! What we had was over a very long time ago. I am with Faith now, and we are very happy together.

Then they brought my character back just in time. What is more boring than happiness?

God, you listen to me. And you listen to me hard. We may be married today, but by tomorrow we will not be. I promise you that. Faith is the only woman for me. And now I’m gonna go find her.

Arrow, no!

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Faith, huh? We’ll see about that.

You know I don’t want to go, but I’m due at the station. Are you gonna be all right?

Always after a hug from you, Daddy.

[laughing] You are brave and strong, kid. [laughs] All right, now, don’t worry, everything’s gonna work out with Arrow.

Arrow who?

[laughing] Muah. [serene music]

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[knocking on door]

Go away, Arrow! [knocking] I said go a– [gasps] Oh, my God! [sinister music]

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Oh, my God. Faith. Faith! No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. Faith? Faith? Faith? Oh, my God. Oh, my God, my love. Oh, my God.

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Who could have done this to you?

You did.

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[dramatic music]

You killed my baby girl!

No, no, no, no, I would– I would never do that. I would never do that. I loved her with my whole heart.

She told me what happened, this secret marriage. And there you are, standing with a knife in your hand. This is a textbook case.

No, my–my marriage to Regan was an absolute sham. It meant nothing. I–it was her. Oh, my God, she’s the murderer. She was furious at me because I rejected her, and now she’s framing me.

I’m Detective John Hotson.

I know who you are.

Ah, I bet you do. I understand there was a murder. Damn. How could someone do something so cruel and savage to such a beautiful young woman?

Not someone. Him!

What? No, no!

Wait a second, I’ve seen you before.

Yeah, because we’ve met before.

Oh, no. I’ve seen you in a mug shot. You’re the necktie killer!

Oh, my God, that’s not even the right storyline, for God’s sake. You’re an idiot! There was somebody in the hallway. You have to listen to me. They were wearing a white and black mask. I thought it was a trick-or-treater, but it’s not. It had to have been the killer. You have to go after them.

Hold on, hold on, hold on.

[indistinct].

What have we here? Mm. Tell me something, did the mask look like this?

What?

It’s Arrow’s duffel bag. He uses it when he works out at the gym.

That–that is not my mask. You planted it.

The evidence doesn’t lie. You’re under arrest.

What? [sirens wailing]

Looks like you’re going down for murder, buster.

You’re just loving this, aren’t you? It’s because you’ve always been in love with Faith.

Yada, yada, yada.

You’re railroading an innocent man!

Yeah, well, tell it to the judge! I hear they’re gonna stunt-cast the part.

[yells]

Hotson, what the hell happened?

Arrow got the jump on me. He got away.

You’re lucky I carry these in my pockets at all times. All right, let’s go.

Oh, Arrow. [sobs] Wow, right on cue.

No, no, Mom, I am in terrible, terrible trouble.

The papers say you killed Faith, that you’re the Pineview Plunger.

I didn’t kill Faith, I sw– the Plunger, seriously?

I guess because you plunged the knife into her?

Oh, no, that needs a rewrite.

No arguments here.

Anyway, Mom, I am innocent. I rejected Regan Holloway, and she became furious. She killed Faith in order to frame me with the help of the Pineview PD. You have to believe me, Mom.

Sweetheart, you’re my handsome and mostly honest son. Of course, I believe you.

Mother, I– I can’t believe I had to see her like that on the floor, covered in blood. I–I can’t even describe it. I felt like I was finally gonna have Faith back. And now I feel like I’ve lost her forever.

Maybe you haven’t lost her. Sweetheart, remember the begonia? It brought me back to life. Why can’t it do the same for Faith?

Yes, right away, Ms. Lovegood. [elevator dings] [sinister music]

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Well?

Done and done. I convinced Dr. Lamoray that I needed a booster dose of the begonia juice.

You did?

Yes, my dear son. Never doubt me. My powers of persuasion are off-the-charts powerful. Now, meet me in Room . In minutes, we’ll wrap the juice, go to the morgue, and we will bring Faith back to your sweet arms.

Mother, I don’t even know what to say. I don’t even know how you got me out of those handcuffs in the first place. And I just never thought I’d have a chance at happiness again. And now because of you, there’s a chance that Faith and I are able to be back together again.

Oh, my darling son, don’t you know by now? There’s nothing I wouldn’t do for you. Nothing.

Take a look.

I knew Arrow would come here for help. Talk about a mama’s boy.

Well, this mama sure does have skills.

Yeah, well, she was in that whole prison storyline a few years back.

Aha, that’s probably why.

The question is, where did they go?

Ah, Dr. Lamoray, I want to– [gasps] The Pineview Plunger! No, no, no!

Mother. Mother! Oh, no, no. [somber music] No, no.

Dr. Lamoray said we’d find her in–

We’ve got to stop meeting like this.

You’ve got the right to remain silent.

I’m telling you, I didn’t do this. And I didn’t kill the– Faith either. It was Regan Holloway. I–we– oh, my God. Regan?

She’s been plunged.

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[dramatic music]

Stay put. Well, that’s three plunges I count so far.

So much for Regan Holloway being the plunger. Damn it! He’s headed for the stairwell.

There’s a stairwell?

It’s off camera. Go! Yeah, I guess I’d better get to the morgue.

Miranda, thank God.

Arrow, I was just trying to reach you. There’s a story out there that you’re the–

That I’m the Pineview Plunger, I know. But I’m not. I’m not. I’m being framed. My mother’s dead. Faith is gone. And I’m being set up to take the fall. You have to help me.

Oh, my–you know I believe you. But who is doing this to you? It doesn’t make sense.

No, I don’t know. I’m confused, too. And look, I’m– I’m sorry to have to tell you this, I know you’re one of Regan’s oldest and dearest friends, Miranda, but… the Plunger got her, too.

[gasps] No.

Yes.

Not Regan.

I’m so sorry for your loss.

Oh, this is terrible. I’m in shock.

I know you are. I know you are. And I’m–I’m sorry to have to ask you this under the circumstances, but… did you talk to her at all when she got back to town?

Yes, earlier today.

What did– what did she say to you? Miranda, my life depends on it.

OK. Uh… She said that you were a “no-good, dirty–” oh, sorry, I can’t say the rest of it in Pineview.

Is that all she said? That I’m a “no-good, dirty, expletive deleted”?

That was the gist of it.

Damn. Why would she want me back if she’s so bitter?

Because–because she’s Regan. She came out of the womb bitter, vengeful. And I thought it was just talk, but– well, the truth is, she also said that, um, she was going to get you back if you rejected her and that someone was gonna help her do it.

Who’s that someone? Dr. Lamoray!

You, the Plunger? Help! Murderer!

Nobody can hear you. We’re in a deserted part of the hospital where they’re shooting a TV show. They’re dark today. Nobody’s around.

It’s a dark day indeed with so many dead bodies in Pineview thanks to you!

No, no, no. Not thanks to me, Doc. Thanks to Charlemagne Delacroix.

What? But she’s dead.

No, no. According to my information, she’s very much alive– she’s the Pineview Plunger.

But they just shot her falling down an elevator shaft last week! She’s off contract. You’re just trying to find someone to put the blame on.

Miranda Powers is insisting that Charlemagne is alive and that she was in contact with Regan Holloway today! You had access to Regan’s body. And you had possession of the begonia juice. You brought her back to life, didn’t you?

All right, fine, you’re right. Charlemagne Delacroix is alive.

[scoffs] You’re coming with me. You’re telling the police everything you know.

What I know about what? I was just following orders.

Whose orders? What? , there’s been a murder. Yeah, another one. The Plunger struck again. He killed Dr. Lamoray before he could confirm to the police that Charlemagne Delacroix is alive. No, no, no. Forget my name and address. This is an emergency. Charlemagne Delacroix is the killer. Head over to the Delacroix mansion right now, immediately. She’s got to be holed up there somewhere.

I searched the whole house, Commish. There’s no sign of that scheming bitch anywhere.

Hey, who are you calling scheming? [dramatic music]

Miranda? Miranda, you were right. Charlemagne’s alive.

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Oh, my God. No, no, no, no. Not Miranda, too.

I’m Detective John Hot– well, if it isn’t déjà vu all over again,

I found her this way, I swear to God.

Yeah, right. I’ve heard that one before.

Suspend your disbelief, OK? Charlemagne is alive. It was Charlemagne. It was Charlemagne.

Hey, are you gonna keep asking dumb questions or let me talk?

Talk. Talk.

She was with Miss Powers the night the first victim was killed. I came here to corroborate that story, but it seems that story has come to a premature end.

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Ms. Delacroix, let me apologize. My deepest apologies for this intrusion. My detective is confirming your alibi as we speak.

My word should be enough. How dare you accuse me!

Oh, but–well, that accusation itself came from, uh– well, nevertheless. Nevertheless, let me apologize again for your impression, your perception of what I may have implied. [sinister music] Um, well– [awkward chuckle] It is obvious that you are not the Pineview Plunger.

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[somber music]

[scoffs] This episode has more recurring beats than a Dr. Dre song.

You can say that again. Tell me something, have you ever heard of the superhero called Arrow?

Yeah, yeah, I think so.

How about The Flash?

Yeah, who hasn’t heard of The Flash?

Do you know what you get when you put them together?

Damn it!

Oh, my God. No. Oh, no.

[panting] OK. I got you. Oh, come on!

No, no, no. I–I didn’t do this. I’m telling you.

Yeah, well, you get points for consistency, I’ll give you that. But just tell me, if you’re innocent, and Regan’s innocent, and so is Charlemagne, then who, pray tell, is the Plunger?

Well, I’m no cop, but my money’s on you.

Me?

You know the cast list. There’s nobody left. Oh, my God. The Plunger’s– he’s right behind you.

I’m not falling for any more of your tricks, Arrow.

No, I mean it. Turn around.

Yeah, yeah.

Turn around!

Famous last words. Turn ar–

Oh! [body thuds]

Who are you? Why are you doing this? [dramatic music] [birds chirping] [soft music]

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Whoa. [voice echoing] Where the hell am I?

Arrow.

Mom, you’re alive. But I saw you.

Yes, my darling son, I am alive. We are all alive.

Oh.

Oh. [chuckling] Oh. [ominous music]

Wait. We’re all alive. Mom. Commish, Miranda, Regan, Faith.

Arrow, we’re reunited.

Oh, my God. Oh, my God. I thought for sure I was a goner. Where the hell are we?

No idea. We all just sort of woke up here. It’s peaceful, isn’t it?

Where the hell is here?

Oh, my God, we’re in the tropics.

Nothing so ordinary. Welcome. Welcome to Weivenip, Arrow.

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Lorna DeLorean?

We all thought you were dead. You went to mail that letter–

And never came back. Right, I know. But here I am, alive and well, and living on the Isle of Weivenip.

But what is Weivenip?

Weivenip is Pineview spelled backwards.

Spelled backwards, forwards, who cares? What are we doing here?

You’re the detective. Why don’t you find out?

At least I’m done chasing people around for now.

Wait–wait a minute here. Everybody I know is long gone. Everybody in Pineview is dead. So who the hell is behind this? Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Dr. Lamoray, huh? Go ahead, tell me. You didn’t–you got killed off before you told me already. So who the hell put you up to bringing Charlemagne back from the dead?

I don’t know. I never met the person. I only spoke to them on the phone.

Well, who could possibly want Charlemagne alive again?

What are you talking about? Come on, I’m popular. I got friends. Nobody want– who would want me dead?

Us.

Us.

Well, I don’t have to stick around here and take this.

We’re getting off track. Now, I want to know right now, who the hell is playing God with all of our lives?

[sighs] Me. That’s who. The name is Leo Stark.

Who is this?

Now, now, everyone, please. First things first, I am not a deity, though it is my job to play God with your lives. And it is a job I love dearly, even though the deadlines make me want to scream endlessly into the abyss. Point is, I decide who you fall in love with. I decide if you live or die. You have no free will. I am your free will. So take a load off. Don’t worry so much. You are in my very talented and capable hands. I’ve got you.

So does this mean our love’s not real?

Well, reality is what I say it is. So if I think you two have chemistry, then yeah, your love is real. If I think you’re a snoozefest, no sparks at all, then I break you up– simple as that.

Since you have all the answers and make all the decisions, why don’t you tell us who stabbed us?

It’s the Plunger! He’s back.

Relax, everyone. Jeez, I did this joke with John Hotson in act . And now I have willed the Plunger into the cornfield, they are no more. Deleted.

I wouldn’t be so sure, Mr. Stark.

[gasps] You!

I knew it. I knew it was Charlemagne.

I am not Charlemagne.

[gasps] Hattie?

Hattie? You idiot! I’m Dr. Marlena Evans.

Marlena, you’re the Pineview Plunger?

Why are you looking at me like I’m your next plungee? I thought we were friends.

Friends don’t betray each other’s wishes.

I am a wish respecter. I’m known for that. Ask anybody. They say, oh, you want your wish respected? Go talk to Leo Stark.

OK, Mr. Wish Respecter, what about this? I told you I only wanted to do one scene. What did you do? You brought me back. Back from the dead, no less. That’s what you did.

Oh, God, no! No! [groaning] Oh, it was just a dream. Just a dream, thank God. [exhales] Oh, I shouldn’t have eaten all that candy before bedtime. [grunts] Did I even brush my teeth? [sighs] Note to self, never kill off all your characters, no matter how desperate you are for material. [knocking] Trick-or-treaters? This late? I’m coming. [sinister music]

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[ominous music]

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Well, well, well… [chuckles] Yep, that’s what happens when you write yourself into a corner.

Is he dead?

[sighs] Dead as a doornail. Aren’t you glad you didn’t fire me as your publicist?

Oh, I have to admit, it was just such a great idea, Steph, killing off the head writer before the show airs.

Mm. And–and grab some headlines. You know, Kate’s right. This is–this is gonna be big news.

Well, there’s no such thing as bad publicity.

Well, killing off one of the cast members might have gotten us more buzz. But–but–

Well, that kind of thing can backfire. The audience could get upset, but who cares about the writer? [all laugh]

[sighs] Fade to black, Leo Stark.

Mm-hmm. [all laugh]

[grunting] It was just a dream. Just a dream. Right? [knocking on door] Who is it? [tense music]

Um, listen, Alex, I just wanted to say–

Save it, bro. The only one you need to apologize to is Chanel.

Yeah. Yeah, look, I did apologize to her–

Come on, guys. Let’s go run these lines.

I see you got your wedding ring back on.

Yes, because I love you.

Mm. So on when you love me and off when you don’t?

No, Chanel, please, just listen. All right, I–I can’t believe that I was such an idiot. You’re mad. You have every right to be because I was totally wrong. I was wrong. But I will do anything to make it up to you, all right? I just–I just want us to move past this. Do you think that we could possibly do that? [soft music]

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Who is it?

It’s Abe, your boss.

You’re not here to kill me, are you?

Kill you? No, not today. I just want to find out if you got Kate’s message about our new cast member?

So you want to start over?

Good morning. Hey, I want to introduce you to our new cast member who’s going to play resident bad girl, Regan Holloway. So, Johnny, Chanel, let me introduce you to Joy Wesley. [both chuckle]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[phone beeps] [dramatic music]

No. Can’t do it.

Well, there you are. I thought I heard you come in.

Grandma, hi.

Hi, hi. [sighs] So did you see Eric?

Yeah, I did.

And how did it go?

It went OK. I basically just told him everything that happened with my mom. And I also forgave him for what he did to my father.

Oh, sweetheart, I am so glad, and not just because I know how relieved Eric must have been. But, you know, hanging on to all this anger can only end up hurting you too.

Yeah, you’re right. It does kind of feel good to be forgiving.

Yeah.

I just hope–

What do you hope?

I just hope that Tate realizes that, too, and that he can forgive me.

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Dad? Grandma?

Doesn’t seem like anyone’s home.

Yeah, I guess not. So…looks like we have the place to ourselves.

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[chuckles] [light music]

Hey, sis.

Hey, brother of mine. I need a coffee.

You sure you don’t need something stronger?

Well, I’d like that, but then I’d sit down in this chair, and I’d never get up. And I have things to do, and I need to stay awake.

OK, coffee it is.

Thank you.

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Long day at the hospital?

Yes, it was. But it always is these days. And that is not what has me worn out.

Yeah. No, I’m sure it’s the situation with– with Chad and Steve and the Abigail imposter. I can’t stop thinking about it.

I know; I just feel so bad for Chad and Jack and Jennifer. I mean, I don’t even know if they know yet that their daughter is not, in fact, alive. I mean, Jennifer always suspected that she wasn’t, but…[sighs]

Yeah, I know. I know. But right now, I’m just hoping that maybe they find out what happened in Paris. I mean, thank God Steve got there in time to save Chad.

Yes, thank God. But still, it’s a lot to process. I mean, this woman pretended to be Abigail for months. Not to mention, a doctor on my staff was in cahoots with her.

Yeah, well, those two fooled a lot of people.

They sure did. Well, I am relieved that they are behind bars, where they should be. [sighs]

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[crickets chirping] [tense music]

Chad.

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When the guard said I had a visitor, I didn’t expect it to be you.

I’m sure you didn’t. I have to talk to you.

---

Well, I’m–I’m glad you came, ’cause I need to talk to you too.

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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[light music]

Brady.

Ava, hi.

Hey. I–I heard the news that you were cleared in Sarah’s accident. I’m–I’m very happy for you.

Thank you.

Yeah.

Thank you. It’s a tremendous relief. It is.

Yeah.

It’s just, I–you know.

You what?

[sighs] Ava, I’m still feeling shame for the fact that, you know, I was drunk, I fell off the wagon, I succumbed to my addiction, whatever you want to call it. But I am grateful, though, that I was not behind the wheel.

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This is club soda, by the way. It’s just club soda.

Yeah, I figured as much.

Mm-hmm.

[chuckles] You know what? I should get going. I’ve been on my feet all day long.

Managing that Bistro, huh?

Yeah. See you, Brady.

Hey, hey. You want to– you want to join me? The club soda’s great here.

Oh. Oh. Well, in that case, yes, absolutely.

Please.

[laughs]

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What’s that? Oh! Interesting reading material.

Yeah, I bought a new car. Actually, Kristen… bought me a car.

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Oh.

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This just has to be so damn hard on Chad.

Oh, for sure. I mean, these last few months have been one hell of a roller coaster for him. And now you tell me he and this woman, this impostor, actually did get married before Steve showed up.

Yeah, they did. But lucky for us that this woman lied about her name, which makes the marriage invalid.

OK, good. So much for that.

Yeah. But still, Chad. I mean, he’s got to grieve Abigail all over again. And he was really believing that he had the miracle of a second chance with her.

Yeah, I’m sure he hopes he never set eyes on that woman again.

Would you mind if I just start, if I just say what I have to say first? [tense music]

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Sure.

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I–I know I said it before, but I–I think it’s worth mentioning again. I–I hated what I did to you. I–I hated it, the– the deception, all of it. I hated every single minute of it. I–I didn’t feel like I had a choice because my mother’s life was hanging in the balance. And I’m not trying to tell you that I– I’ve lived some wonderful life or I’m some perfect person. But that, that was not me. What I did to you was not me. And the more it went on and on, the harder and harder it got because I started to get to know you and see how generous and kind you are and what a good father you are. And I fell–fell for you. And I mean, I know I said that before. I’m sorry, I just– I’m rambling because I’m– I’m really nervous. Why don’t you just go ahead and talk? It’s your turn. Sorry. I’m just–

Are you done?

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I have a question for you.

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What is it?

Where’s my wife?

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Kristen bought you a car. Hmm.

[groans]

Is that her way of getting back together with you? Hmm?

Could be.

She wants you back.

I don’t even know why I bothered saying that Kristen bought me the car. I think I just realized that I don’t like people thinking that I have a, you know, expensive car. I don’t even care about cars.

Yeah.

I don’t care about them.

Right, right. No, no, nor do I. No, it’s just– it’s just a means– a way to get you from one place to the next.

To the next.

Yeah.

Yeah, it’s a car. Whatever.

Mm-hmm, car. [both chuckle]

Right. [light music] Mm, so, well, I guess the two of you are getting along now, hmm?

I’d say we’re being civilized to each other. I would say that.

OK, OK.

However, she did agree to share custody of Rachel with me, which is huge.

Yeah, that’s huge. Wow.

Yeah.

That’s–that’s great. I’m–I’m very happy for you.

Thank you.

Yeah.

And–and she’s gonna do something huge for Sarah as well.

What? Re–like, what– what is she gonna do?

[sighs] I can’t talk about it just yet. But–but suffice to say, if all goes as planned, it will be a miracle.

Wow.

Mm.

Well, to Kristen and her… sudden generosity of spirit, huh?

Yep.

Yeah. Wonders never cease. [chuckles]

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Mm, Grandma, I feel so terrible. I just wormed my way into Tate’s house under false pretenses to get evidence to use against his dad. I don’t know, I felt like I had to get justice for Aunt Sarah, you know?

Yes, I do know. And that drove you to do that– and not just for Sarah but because… you know how your father lost his life. Now, correct me if I’m wrong, but I almost felt like you were getting justice for him as well, your dad.

You’re not wrong. That’s exactly why I did it. But still, I feel sneaky and dishonest. And honestly, I just feel like a fool because it turns out, Brady was innocent after all. And mainly, I just feel bad I hurt Tate so much.

I know you do, honey. But Tate obviously knows that your father was killed in a car accident. I mean, that’s why you’re so passionate about trying to get justice for Sarah. And I think that he should be reminded of that.

Yeah, maybe he should be.

Mm-hmm. And I know Tate’s father very well. I’m Brady’s sponsor and a friend. And I’ve known him for a long time. [dramatic music] Did you know he was gonna take responsibility for a mistake that he thought he had made? And I believe that, well, he was modeling that lesson for Tate, which makes me think that Tate will appreciate you owning up to your own mistake. So you got to talk to him. You’ve got to tell him what you just told me. Express your contrition and how you miss him. [laughs] And I’m assuming you do miss him.

Yeah, a lot.

OK, then. All right, then. Then you got to tell him all of that. And I think he will forgive you.

And what if he doesn’t?

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Well, you’re not gonna know unless you try.

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Yes, I’ll check in, Mom. Don’t I always? At Brianna’s, right. I’m studying over at Brianna’s. And I’ll probably be home late, so don’t wait up. OK, love you too. Bye. [phone beeps] God, my mom is so annoying. It’s like she has to know where I am every second of every day.

Did you tell her you’re with me?

With a boy? Are you kidding? Of course not. [both chuckle]

Here, please, make yourself comfortable.

You have such a nice house.

Oh, thank you.

Well, since your great-grandfather owned a mansion, I bet this place pales in comparison, right?

Yeah, I don’t know. I wouldn’t actually like to live there. It’s too, I don’t know, huge and dark. And actually, sometimes I get lost in all the rooms and wings there.

Oh, my God, wings?

Yeah.

Wow. I can’t even imagine.

Well, I’ll take you over there sometime, give you a tour of the wings.

I’d like that. Anyway, the town house is pretty cool. I remember taking prom pictures here.

[sighs] I’m so sorry that was such a disaster.

It’s fine. Don’t worry about it.

No, I–I really am really ashamed of the way that I acted. You know, I was so fixated on being with Holly that I didn’t think at all about how what we were doing would affect you.

Like I said, don’t worry about it. That was a long time ago. A lot has changed since then.

Yeah. Yes, it has. But, you know, I still feel really bad.

Well, if you really feel so bad, I’ll just have to think of a way for you to make it up to me.

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Hey, Roman.

Hey, Steve.

Hey!

Hello, Sweetness.

Hi. Did you not get my message I was gonna bring home some takeout?

Oh, I–I did. But after the last few days, I wanted to see you sooner rather than later.

Well, I’m happy to hear that. Roman and I are just sitting here commiserating about this whole thing with the Abigail imposter.

Oh, yeah. I was just doing the same thing with Marlena.

Yeah, actually, Marlena was in a while ago to give us a chance to say goodbye to Eric. And she said that you gave her some good news.

I did. I did. Well, first, I told her everything that happened in Paris, which wasn’t such good news. And then I told her who this Abigail imposter really is or, more importantly, who her mother is. [tense music]

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Your wife?

Yes, my wife. You remember her, the person you pretended to be for months?

Of course I remember her. But you’re not seriously asking me where she is, are you?

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Where is my wife’s body?

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Wow, OK. [chuckles] Let me get this straight. This Cat Greene person, this imposter, is Catharina’s daughter?

Yep.

The same Catharina that John supposedly killed in Greece?

“Supposedly” being the operative word. Turns out, Catharina Meleounis didn’t die all those years ago after all.

Wow, I can’t believe that.

And to think John carried all this guilt.

Which we all tried to help him with since he wasn’t in control of his actions when he was The Pawn. But to no avail. John never stopped blaming himself for what happened.

Well, where is Catharina now?

I don’t know. I don’t even know if she’s still alive. [tense music] – Abigail’s body? What–what are you talking about?

When Clyde told me that Abigail was alive, we exhumed her grave. Her coffin was empty. I know now that that was just a part of his plan to make me believe this lie.

Oh, my God. I knew the guy was evil, but I had no idea–

Stop with the fake outrage, all right? You helped that monster with every part of this plan. Just tell me where my wife is.

I don’t know.

Yes, you do!

No, I do not!

You have spent the last few months desecrating my wife’s memory. The least you could do is help me lay her to rest! Where is she?

I am sorry, Chad. I really am.

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But I do not know where Abigail’s body is.

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OK, speaking of all the… shall I say interesting women that you have been involved with–

Oh, boy.

Yeah, you know what?

What?

Never mind. Not my business.

No, no, no. Hey, hey, hey, it’s OK. It’s all right. My illustrious love life is not a secret in this town.

Yeah, no one’s really is. [both chuckle] But I just think it’s so crazy. I think it’s crazy that you were involved with Xander’s mother and that she let you take the fall for Sarah’s accident.

Mm, and then she almost pushed Sarah down a flight of stairs when she recalled that it was Fiona behind the wheel of the car that hit her.

Wow! She is really a– not well.

“Not well,” that’s an understatement. That woman is a monster.

Yeah, well– well, I guess she’s got a redeeming quality. She’s a good tipper.

She’s a–really? Do tell. How do you know that?

Well, I was being facetious, obviously, since being a big tipper hardly compensates for being a homicidal maniac. But there is a waitress, a young woman who works for me at the Bistro. And she said she used to have good talks with Fiona and she gave her big tips.

Oh.

Yeah. You may know her, actually. She goes to school with your son, Tate. Her name is Sophia. [light music] [remote button clicking]

Damn it! I can’t get this Peacock app to load. That’s where the movie’s playing.

Hmm, that’s weird. Does the remote need new batteries?

No, it’s this stupid TV. I keep trying to tell my grandparents they got to get a new one. I swear, this thing is old enough to vote. Well, that sucks. I guess we can’t watch a movie after all. [dramatic music] Unless you want to watch it in my room?

Oh, you have a TV in your bedroom?

Yeah. Is that weird?

No. No, not at all. I do too. I was just asking.

Right. So…what do you think? Do you want to watch it in my bedroom?

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Right before you came in, I actually wrote this text asking Tate if he wanted to talk.

And what did he say?

I didn’t actually send it.

Oh.

I’m nervous. I mean, after what I did, what if he just ghosts me?

And what if he doesn’t? You know, there’s an old saying: “Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”

Yeah, I guess.

Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm.

[sighs] OK. Here goes nothing.

Mm-hmm. [phone beeps]

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[sighs]

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So the TV, the one in my bedroom, it’s not as big as this one. But if you don’t mind watching on a smaller screen…

No. No, not at all.

Great.

Yeah.

Let’s go. [both chuckle] OK. All right, let’s do it.

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[phone buzzes]

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Are you talking about Sophia Choi?

Mm-hmm. That’s the one.

Sure, yeah. No, I know her. She and Tate went to prom together.

Ah, yes, so– well, it sounds like she has a crush, a major one, on your very handsome son…

Mm.

And she would be very interested in dating him.

And did she confide in you that she was going to… go for it?

OK. She actually admitted she was a little reluctant to go for it because she’s concerned that Tate still has feelings for Holly Jonas.

Mm. Well, I am not so sure that Holly is going to be an issue anymore. [dramatic music]

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Tate hasn’t texted you back?

Nope, nothing. Not even the little dots. The dots show up when someone’s typing.

I’m familiar with the dots. Thank you.

Yeah. [both chuckle]

Oh, darling, maybe you should put the phone down. Do you know the saying “A watched pot never boils”?

No, I haven’t heard that one.

Oh. Well, stick with me. You’ll hear every saying in the book.

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You have to be so proud of yourself. You took a risk. You–you made the first move to set– to set things right between you and Tate. Now all you can do is wait. OK?

Mm-hmm.

You know what? I want to watch a movie. It’s not too late. Oh, are you on Paris time?

No, I’m not tired. A movie sounds good.

OK. All right, then we’ll see what we can find.

OK.

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Holly Jonas. Remember, a watched pot?

Oh, yeah. But I can’t help but watching the pot. I mean, he still hasn’t texted me back yet. What–what if he didn’t see my text?

Oh, come on. A teenage boy who doesn’t check his phone every five minutes?

OK, well, what if the phones glitched and it didn’t go through and he didn’t get it?

Oh, honey, he got it.

OK, Grandma, then what if he got my text and he thinks I’m still mad at him, so he wants nothing to do with me?

Then try the old-fashioned thing. Call him.

No.

Oh!

No. No. He’s probably not even gonna pick up.

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You know what? I’m gonna do something a little bit more old-fashioned. I’m just gonna go over there.

Well, OK. It is kind of late.

I don’t care. I have to know. I have to see Tate.

Oh! Mwah.

I love you, Grandma.

I love you.

Thank you for all your help. Wish me luck, OK?

Yeah, always. [chuckles]

Hoo.

Always.

Let’s do this.

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I’m really glad you asked me to come over.

Me too.

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Tate, I know I came on pretty strong in the past. I didn’t mean to.

No, it’s totally OK.

No, it’s not. Well, not really. I just–sometimes my feelings kind of take over, you know? And the next thing I know, I’m doing something completely crazy. Maybe I was just jealous of you and Holly. Or maybe I don’t know how to act when I like someone. And the thing is… I like you, Tate. I really like you.

I like you too.

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I had nothing to do with moving Abigail’s body, Chad. I didn’t even know it was missing. [tense music] I mean, come on. Why–

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Why do I need to lie to you now? For what reason? It had to have been Clyde.

Well, then I will stop wasting my time with you, and I will go talk to Clyde.

Chad, please.

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I–I–

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I realize that I have absolutely no right to ask anything of you. But I–if you– if you do speak to Clyde, please ask him where my mother’s body is too.

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So Clyde has been holding Catharina hostage all these years? How is that even possible?

You see, that was his leverage over Cat and Mark. But now that they can’t deliver the DiMera fortune, he has no incentive to keep her alive.

Any idea where she’s being held?

No, but Shane has been in touch with the warden at supermax. They’re setting up extra security to make sure that Weston can’t contact anybody on the outside. And if anybody tries to call him, the warden’s gonna let me know immediately. [phone ringing]

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What do you know? It’s the warden. [phone beeps] Maybe we’ll catch a break. Steve Johnson.

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What? Well, how the hell did that happen? [dramatic music] You can’t be serious. Who’s in charge down there anyway? Yeah, that’s right. Yeah, keep me posted. [phone beeps]

Steve, what’s wrong?

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[sighs]

Your mother? What are you talking about?

I’ve been hoping against hope that my mother is still alive. Mark was supposed to kill you. He obviously didn’t do that. I was supposed to transfer your funds to Clyde. I wasn’t able to accomplish that. So… it’s likely that–

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It’s likely that my mother is dead. [tense music] [light music]

You said Holly and Tate broke up?

Apparently.

You think they’re gonna get back together again?

You–you are way too– way too invested in all this teenage romance drama stuff.

Yeah, well, can you tell I was a huge fan of “Gossip Girl”?

That’s it. That makes sense.

Mm-hmm, that’s it. That’s it. No, seriously, seriously, I just like Sophia. I don’t know why exactly. I mean, maybe she reminds me a little bit of myself. But, you know, knowing that she likes Tate, I just– I hope he’s interested in her too.

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[dramatic music]

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Are you OK with this?

Yeah. I am.

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[faint knocking]

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Did you just hear something?

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[knocking]

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You have no right to ask anything of me. [tense music]

I understand. Oh, I–I understand.

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It’s just that–

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Chad, it’s my mom. It’s my mother.

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[door slams] [sobbing]

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So they transferred Weston to the local courthouse for the hearing on his appeal.

Don’t tell me that he won his appeal.

They didn’t let him go, did they?

No. He escaped!

What?

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[light music]

Kind of ironic, isn’t it? Actually, no, not ironic, pathetic that two adults, you and I, are sitting here talking about who my teenage son is gonna end up going steady with.

[laughs] Going stea– oh, going st–I don’t– I don’t–I don’t think that that term, “going steady,” is used anymore, nope.

They don’t use it anymore?

No. [laughs]

What do they say? OK, I’m wondering who my teenage son is gonna end up with, who he’s gonna be with, who’s gonna latch on to. I mean, what do I say to not sound old and uncool?

I don’t know.

You don’t know either?

I don’t. I just– maybe you say, I wonder who they’re gonna end up with, period. You know.

Fine.

Yeah. Like, but–but seriously, why am I so invested in this? What is my excuse? I mean, like–like you said, I mean, Tate’s your son. Of course you would care who he ends up with.

Yes, that’s why I care. But you care about Sophia, right? You told me that.

Yeah.

And you–you know, you want her to be happy and probably end up with my son, right?

Mm. OK, you know what I actually think this is?

Hmm?

Us sitting here talking about who teenagers are gonna end up with?

What do you think it is?

I think it’s a way for us to avoid talking about who we think we will end up with or not end up with.

I think you’re right.

Right?

I think you’re damn accurate on that.

[sighs]

But here’s what I do know. [sighs] I’m having a nice just light conversation with you. There’s no drama, nothing serious, nothing crazy. Ava, I haven’t had one of these in a long time.

Yeah, neither have I. OK. To lighthearted conversations…

Mm.

Nothing too personal, nothing too serious.

Cheers.

Yeah. [both chuckle]

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[knocking] [dramatic music]

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No, no, I–I definitely just heard something.

Maybe it was just my heart pounding.

Maybe.

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Do you have a condom?

Yeah, I think so. Sophia, are you sure?

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I am. Yes.

[chuckles]

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[gentle music]

Tate, what are you doing here?

Waiting for you.

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Eric.

Holly, you’re back.

Yeah, my flight from Paris just landed a little while ago.

Have you eaten? Can I–can I get you something?

No, I’m not hungry, thanks. I actually came here to talk to you.

Is everything OK? I spoke to your mom. She said she was so glad to see you. Trip went well?

Well, yes and no.

Chad. Oh, darling, I didn’t know you were coming home this evening. Good.

How are you?

I just put the children down. I’m sorry. I would kept them up to see you.

That’s probably for the best.

Where’s Abigail? [soft dramatic music] Oh. So she didn’t get her memory back in Paris, huh?

No, she didn’t. It wasn’t Abigail. [distant siren wailing]

[sighs] [pensive music]

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Mark.

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What–what happened?

I’m sorry, sis, but I’m afraid our mother–

Oh, God, she’s dead.

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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[gentle music] – Hi there.

Hello.

I got your message.

Yeah, sorry to come by so late.

No, no, it’s fine. I was up. How was your flight?

Well, it was long. Chad and I just landed a little while ago. Neither one of us got any sleep.

I can’t even imagine how hard this must be for him, you know, finding out that this woman he thought was Abigail is an imposter.

And been lying to us all for months.

How’s he holding up?

Well, he barely said a word the whole way home. He’s over at Julie’s now, breaking the news to her. [soft dramatic music]

Yeah, it was all a hoax. Jennifer was right all along.

Oh! This is terrible for you, Chad. I’m so sorry. And it’s Clyde Weston again? God, what does he expect to get out of it this time?

Well, besides making my life a living hell, he– he wanted my family’s money.

This–this pretend Abigail was supposed to steal it from you?

No. Her idea was to marry me.

Weston really thought you would marry a woman you hardly even know?

I did. Yesterday, I married a woman I barely knew.

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I don’t know if it actually happened, if Mom was killed. I didn’t even talk to the SOB. They wouldn’t even put my call through.

What do you mean, they wouldn’t put your call through? Did they figure out that you weren’t really Clyde’s attorney?

No. It must have been that Clyde found out that we– that I didn’t carry out his marching orders. Chad’s still alive. So obviously, we can’t get our hands on his money. And therefore, Clyde has no use for us or mom– not anymore.

Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait. But you don’t know this as a fact yet?

No.

OK, well, Mark, we can’t just assume. We can’t give up now, not if there’s still even a sliver of hope that Mom’s still alive.

And I thought it’d be so romantic, right? Abigail and Chad back together, getting married in Paris. God, who knew I’d be the one to expose that she wasn’t really Abigail?

Sounds like a good thing you were there.

Yeah, I guess.

Well, I’m sorry the trip turned out to be a little crazy.

It did. But still, I’m glad you encouraged me to go. Because right before I left to come home, I actually forgave my mom.

You were waiting for me?

Yeah. Why are you surprised? I mean, we had a great time last night, right? I mean, at least I did.

I did, too. But the movie was pretty dumb.

Yeah, it was. That’s true.

The company was nice.

I agree. I was hoping that maybe we could try again, if you want.

Sure. What do you have in mind?

OK, let’s see. We could mix it up a little bit. We could go out to dinner somewhere.

Actually, I was going to take my shift meal home to share with my little brothers. But they’re such gremlins, they barely even chew. And they definitely don’t appreciate fine French cuisine. So… [in French accent] Tell me, Monsieur Black, what is your appreciation level?

Oh, trés high.

[laughs]

I’m sorry.

OK, then those brats can have hot dogs and bon appétit to us.

OK. [soft music]

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You forgave your mom? I’m so happy to hear that.

I had a feeling you would be.

When I spoke to Nicole and she said you were making progress, I just– you know, I didn’t expect–

Yeah, neither did I. But– I don’t know– when I found myself in the middle of the whole fake Abigail situation, I– I started to realize why people lie. And then I kind of realized why my mom lied to me about how my dad died because, well, I was too young to understand. And then–and then I guess it became harder and harder for either of you guys to tell me because– well, because at that point, I had already loved you like a father.

We still should have told you much sooner.

Yeah, you should have. But I really understand why you didn’t. And like my Grandma Maggie keeps saying, my mom loves me so much. And I really love her. And that’s what matters the most.

I’m really glad to hear you came to that conclusion.

I also came to another conclusion.

Yeah? What’s that?

That you’re a really great person. And I forgive you, too, Eric.

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You married the woman?

Yeah, I did. I know. I’m–I’m an idiot.

No, don’t say that.

That’s what you’re thinking.

No, I’m not. I’m not. Let me guess. She tried to convince you that if the two of you were married again in Paris, she’d get all of her memory back.

I know I said when– just being here in this old apartment, this magical city with all this familiarity coming back to me, these feelings, I– I mean, not memories, definitely feelings, my feelings for you.

Yeah, but she didn’t have to, you know, convince me that hard. I mean, I– I just so desperately wanted to believe it. And so I fell for it, obviously.

But she’s not Abigail.

Yeah, I know.

So she’s not your wife.

But still–

It’s not legal.

But still–

Still, still what?

Still, I– you know, I said I do, Julie. And so now I can’t help but feel like I was unfaithful to Abigail’s memory, like I dishonored it– I mean, how could I?

No, you didn’t. The only dishonorable thing in this equation is that–that woman. And where did she come from, anyway? Who is she? What is her real name?

Her real name is Catharina. Cat.

C-A-T cat, like pussy cat?

Yeah, Cat Greene.

Well, I’m going to say this, and I’m not going to say it lightly. As far as I’m concerned, Ms. Cat Greene can go to hell.

So after everything, after all we did, deceiving Chad, his entire family, we just threw away our lives, all of our freedom for nothing?

I even just threw away my one phone call just now.

[scoffs]

But at least– at least I didn’t kill Chad in cold blood.

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Thank God for that.

I work with Mark Greene. He seems to be such a good guy. I’m surprised by this.

Yeah, Kayla was, too. She said he was one of the best doctors on staff.

And–and very well-liked. Do you know anything else about the–the connection between Mark and the woman pretending to be Abigail and Clyde Weston?

As a matter of fact, I do. And believe it or not, there’s a silver lining to all this, Marlena. And it affects John directly. [suspenseful music]

Ugh.

Not a fan of escargot?

No, no, they’re– they’re good.

Yeah, except you look kind of nauseous right now. Here, have a croissant.

All right. Thank you.

Yeah. Never had escargot before?

No, I have. A long time ago, my dad gave me a taste of his.

And you decided never again?

Yeah, until now.

Maybe first, I should have introduced you to my grandma’s sea snail salad. You know, ease you into the whole snail thing.

I’m sorry, sea snail salad?

Made with cabbage and onions and served over rice noodles– mm-hmm, delicious. Oh, my God. I remember the first time I brought it to school for lunch in, like, first grade. All the kids sitting around me started making gagging noises.

Wow, that is really mean.

Yeah. Yeah, it was. It got Holly really mad. She was even more upset than I was. And she punched one of them, the one who was gagging the loudest. Yeah, she got detention, but no one ever made fun of my lunch again.

So you and Holly were even close back then in first grade?

Yeah, we were. I never thought we’d lose our friendship over a guy. Well, I guess it was more because she lied to me and betrayed me and then she slapped me, so–

Yeah, that was really harsh of her.

Yeah, it was. There is one way I wish I was more like her, though.

How is that?

If Holly wants something, she doesn’t just hope or pray or wish. She comes right out and asks for it.

Are you trying to ask me something?

I guess I’m just wondering, you told me you weren’t ready to move on from Holly. But now, two days in a row, you’ve come to my job to ask me out. So have you changed your mind about us?

I will admit it was a bit easier to forgive my mom than you because, yeah, she lied to me all these years, but she’s not the one who drove drunk and took the life of my father, who I never got to know.

I would do anything to take back what I did that night.

I know. My Grandma Maggie told me how you tortured yourself for years over it, how you went to prison. And I know my grandma eventually forgave you and so did everyone else because– because it was just a terrible accident. You didn’t mean to hurt anyone. I also realized that that night I had OD’d, I offered Tate some of those pills, too. And if he had taken them, he could have died. And–and that would have been my fault. And– I guess what– what I’m trying to say is, it’s not my place to judge. And the truth is, you’ve been a great father to me, Eric. And I’m so happy to have had you in my life. And my mom is so lucky to have you. And so is Jude. And so am I.

You have no idea how much that means to me.

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I’m just glad that we were able to have this conversation before I go back to Paris tonight.

Tonight?

Yeah, you know, with Brady being cleared.

Wait. What?

You must have been so tormented, being told you had to kill Chad.

Yeah. And the only reason I did it was because I knew that if I didn’t, Clyde would send someone else to do it. But to kill an innocent man and a father–

No, Mark. Listen, you can’t beat yourself up for something that– first of all, you didn’t even do. And second of all, you wouldn’t have attempted it if it wasn’t for the situation Mom’s in.

Yeah, but–but still. I hate myself for going along with it. And not just because it would be a horrible crime and a terrible tragedy, but also because…

Because I had feelings for him. You knew I wasn’t just pretending to be in love with Chad.

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So the doctor that Kayla asked to run the DNA tests on the fake Abigail is the fake Abigail’s brother?

Yes, he was there to ensure they got the results they needed, which isn’t all he did.

What all did he do?

It’s not– it’s not important. What’s important is that it’s over. It’s over.

Finally. I’m so sorry. I’m sorry about my part in it, too. I mean, I– I urged you to tell Thomas and Charlotte their mother’s still alive. And just thank God you didn’t do it and–

I know, I know, I know. But it’s– you know, she was the one that persuaded me not to. Yeah, she said she wanted to protect the kids.

Darling, she’s been saying that over and over for a long time. Don’t you remember? You’re not going to believe her this time, are you?

OK, so we all know that when John was abducted from Greece, he was held hostage in the same Missouri apartment where we found the woman who was pretending to be Abigail.

Right. Well, we knew there had to be some connection.

Well, there is. The Abigail imposter’s real name is Cat Greene. She was named after her mother, Catharina.

Catharina?

That’s right.

There must be lots of Catharinas in–

That’s true. But when I questioned Cat Greene, she told me her mother’s maiden name was Meleounis.

So she was Konstantin’s daughter.

The same Catharina John supposedly killed when he was the Pawn. She obviously survived the shooting. And she may still be alive today.

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How is this possible? You were there the night that John shot Catharina. You saw her lying there.

I did. And I thought she was dead. And Konstantin obviously believed that, too. But he was unconscious when John and I bolted out of there. So what happened after that is anybody’s guess.

Well, what does this Cat person say about it?

We didn’t discuss it. I don’t think she has any idea that John and I ever crossed paths with her mother in Greece.

Where is she now? We’ve got to find her. We’ve got to talk to her.

Unfortunately, that’s not possible. [soft dramatic music]

I guess it’s kind of understandable, isn’t it? There’s this wonderful guy who loves his wife so much. And I was pretending to be her. Would have had to have had a heart of stone not to have responded to that. [sighs] The love that he had for her was…

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So beautiful, just, like, so excited, so full of joy that she had finally come back to him, that she hadn’t died in some tragic, terrible, horrible event. And he’s such a good guy. He’s a good dad. He’s a good husband. And I broke his heart.

And I was going to take his life.

Yeah, well, it doesn’t matter how we feel about this. Now that the truth is out, Chad hates both of us. He’s not going to forgive us. He’s certainly not going to forgive me.

Now, look, I am furious with her for what she did. But–

But what? She had no feeling for you, no feeling for the children. She was just pretending to feel things for you. The only thing she had feelings for is the money.

But there’s more to it than–

What more to it, darling?

She said that Clyde Weston forced her to do it.

Now, how could he force her to do anything? He’s locked up in a SuperMax prison.

Clyde Weston has her mother. He’s holding her hostage, and he threatened to kill her if she didn’t go through with the plan.

That’s what she told you? That she did everything because she was under duress? That she had no choice? That she–she was masquerading as your long lost love come back from the dead because she felt real things for you?

She said she did feel real things for me.

So it was Xander’s mother who hit my Aunt Sarah? That’s crazy.

I’m sorry. I–Holly, I thought you already knew.

No, I didn’t. My God, I went after Brady so hard. And all he did was stand by his dad’s side. I mean, I was so angry at him for that.

I’m sure he could see how difficult it was for you.

Yeah, it was because it wasn’t about him or even about his dad. It was about how my dad died in an accident. God, I guess I must have transferred some of those feelings onto Brady.

Understandable.

Yeah, but I still couldn’t let it go. Eric, I went to Tate’s house to look for evidence to use against his dad and to bring to EJ. I mean, he was so angry at me for how I betrayed him. I–I don’t think he’s ever going to forgive me, or at this point even wants to.

What do you mean?

What I mean is, Tate’s with someone else now, my ex-BFF Sophia. She made sure to be there that day to comfort him and probably every day since.

Sophia, I hate that you and Holly ended your friendship over me. And so I just wanted to make sure the same thing didn’t happen between me and Aaron.

What do you mean, didn’t happen, past tense?

Well, I mean, I talked to him about you.

OK.

And he said that he knows that you’re not into him. So that we should basically just–

Basically what? Go for it?

Yeah.

So he gave you his blessing, relinquished his claim on me.

No, no, it’s not like that at all.

What was it like then? And is this what you’re doing right now, going for it?

Did you–did you ever think that you would forgive your mom, let alone me, for what we did?

No.

But you did. Listen, I know Tate cares about you. And I know that he will forgive you at some point. I just think it might take a little time.

But, no, I can’t just wait and do nothing. I have to tell Tate how sorry I am for how I hurt him, especially before Sophia gets her claws into him and it’s too late.

I guess this is me going for it, yeah.

OK.

Just OK? I’m sorry. I thought that’s what you wanted.

Look, I get that Aaron told you he was cool with us dating. But are you sure you’re ready to move on from Holly?

Yeah, Holly’s in Paris. God knows if she’s even coming home. You know, her mom wanted her to move out there. So maybe she’s even changed her mind now that–

Now that you guys have broken up? I doubt it. She was determined to finish high school here. So I can’t see her suddenly changing her mind about that. And maybe now that we all know your dad is innocent, maybe she’ll feel guilty that she gave you such a hard time about him. And then maybe she’ll want you back.

No, if Holly wanted to work things out with us, I would have heard from her.

But if she were to say she wanted to get back together, you would take her back, right?

I don’t know. I just– yeah, I don’t know.

Yeah, that’s what I thought. See, that doesn’t work for me because I’m not a placeholder, Tate. I’m not here to entertain you just because Holly’s gone. So if that’s how it’s going to be, then no thanks. I deserve better.

God, what a mess. What a mess. I have no idea how long we’re going to be in jail, where Mom is or if she’s even still alive. And what about Aaron and Felicity? What are they going to do without you?

Yeah, I wonder if they even know that I’ve been arrested. I’m sure it will hit the news any minute, if it hasn’t already.

That’s not the only thing they’re going to hear about. They’re going to find out about me and everything that I did.

You’re their sister. They love you. That’s not going to change.

I miss them, Mark.

I know. And they need us. So we’re going to find a way to come out of this, Cat. Somehow, we will, OK? Together. [gentle music]

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Clyde said he would kill Catharina if her kids didn’t turn over the DiMera fortune on a silver platter.

That’s right. You got it.

And when they failed to do that–

Well, now, we can’t be sure if Catharina’s still alive or not.

Oh, my word. And how did– how did Clyde manage to communicate from in prison?

From SuperMax, no less. Listen, I had Shane call the warden and tell him that this needs to end. Now, we may not be able to protect Catharina at this point. But we can put extra security in place to prevent Weston from contacting anyone on the outside and giving a kill order.

How do we keep her safe if we don’t know where she is?

We can’t. But, Marlena, that silver lining I mentioned?

Right, right. Oh, I’ve got to tell John. Oh, my gosh. He didn’t kill her. He didn’t kill her. He’s an innocent man. Oh!

How could she have feelings for you when she hardly knows you, any more than you could have real feelings for her when you hardly know her? Wait a minute. You told me she was able to recite Abigail’s real wedding vows to you? How did she swing that?

She found them in the attic. Abby had written them on a piece of paper.

So she just memorized them?

You know, and when she read them out loud, it made me believe. And it did something to her.

They say when you meet someone and you fall in love with them, you’re drawn to them because they have something unique. And that’s why we’re here today, because I need you, Chad. I need your courage. I need your love. I need your faith– your faith in us. I’m beyond grateful that I get a second chance at life with you and our beautiful children, our entire family. You’re the love of my life, Chad. There’s nothing that I want more than to spend the rest of my days with you.

So we went and got married, and we said real vows. And we kissed.

Oh, come on. Don’t tell me you’re going to start feeling sorry for a con artist. Don’t tell me you’re going to let her suck you in again.

Like I said, I’m– I’m furious with her, not–not just for what she did to me, but for what she did to my family.

Yeah, how about the family? Do Jack and Jennifer know about all of this crap?

JJ told them. And I wanted to tell you in person, Julie. You’ve been–no, listen to me. You’ve–you’ve been with me through all of this. You’re my rock.

Well, you’re mine. I mean, the things we went through together, the fire, the aftermath of that. More importantly, all the time that you’ve lived in this house with the children, it’s been so wonderful for Doug and me, some of the best times in our marriage. My heart’s aching for you, sweetheart. You must be so tired, physically and emotionally. Let me make you a pot of tea, OK?

No, I– I have something I need to do–

Oh?

–right away. Yeah.

Well, OK. You be careful.

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Hey, Sophia, I’m really sorry. I really didn’t mean to upset you, I swear.

Really? You didn’t think it would upset me that you think of me as a consolation prize?

I don’t think of you that way. I don’t. Look, I’ve already hurt you before. And so I’m just trying really hard not to move too fast in this. I mean, like, look, so much went wrong between Holly and me pretty much from the start. And so it’s really not like I think it could ever work out between us. And so that’s why I’m sure that I’m ready to move on. And, look, I really enjoy spending time with you, Sophia. And I would really like to spend some more time with you, if you’re OK with that.

I’m definitely OK with that, in case you didn’t get the hint, the many, many hints.

[laughs] All right, cool. Do you want to come over to my place and watch a movie? You can pick this time.

Sure. Yeah, I’d love that. [soft music]

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Hey, Holly forgave you. Oh, honey, that’s wonderful.

Yeah, it’s more than I hoped for. You know, I’m just grateful that she and Nicole were able to work things out.

Yeah. So I’m guessing that means that you and Nicole will spend more time visiting her?

Sure, we will. We will. I promise.

I’ll miss you.

I’ll miss you too. I’m just really thankful that we’ve had this time together.

Yeah. And as much as I’m going to miss you, I’m really happy that it’s working out the way that it did, that you get to be with your baby and the woman you love.

I just hope and pray to God that we’ll live closer one day.

I think we definitely will.

Definitely.

Well, you know what we’ll do? We’ll–we’ll have lots of video chats, and we’ll visit whenever we can.

Yes, lots of video chats, for sure.

Oh, I– I spoke to John on the phone. And he said to please tell you that he loves you, and he will miss you as well. And, well, I will fill you in later. But he’s–he’s had some major news he’s still processing.

Is everything OK?

Yeah. Everything is more than OK. It’s like we’ve had a little miracle.

What am I doing here? What’s going on?

Somebody wants to see you.

Who?

Me. [suspenseful music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft dramatic music]

A free man. You are back home where you belong. I’m happy.

Thanks to you. Thanks to you. I can’t tell you what a relief it is. This whole time thinking that I was the one that put Sarah in that chair.

Hey, everyone who loves you knows the pain you were in.

To think that I trusted Fiona Cook. I mean, a wom– I don’t even know the woman. She turned out to be a homicidal maniac.

Yeah, well, just thank god it’s over and the right person is behind bars.

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[relaxed music]

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Fiona?

Hello, Sarah.

What are you doing out of jail?

The DA dropped the charges. Your mother-in-law is a free woman. Here’s to freedom.

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I wouldn’t bother signing that, Xander.

Don’t try talking me out of this now, Justin.

Oh, that’s not why I’m here. I’m here to let you both know that someone has filed an injunction prohibiting the transfer of Xander’s Titan stock to you.

What the hell is going on, Xander?

Your guess is as good as mine. Who filed this injunction? It’d have to be a family member. Well, it can’t be Alex. We all know he’s not Victor’s son.

But I am. [tense music]

Philip. What the hell? You– you filed this injunction?

That’s right, big brother. I’m back. And I’m here to stop you from throwing away our father’s legacy.

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[knocks]

Stefan?

Hola, prima. What’s shaking?

Oh, my God.

[laughs]

Javi! Oh, my God, I can’t believe it. It’s been so long. It’s really you?

Damn right it is, chica. Cousin Javi is here. He’s queer, and Salem better get used to it. [laughs] [tender music] [soft dramatic music]

You know, from what I hear, you never gave up on anything or anyone you ever wanted. I am your son, after all. I’d like to think I have that fighting spirit in me. And for that reason, I am not giving up on my marriage to Gabi. No, no.

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I’m gonna fight for the woman that I love.

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[suspenseful music] [grunts] Ah.

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Excellent work, Ivan.

I am glad to have your approval, Madame.

This– I’ve been thinking, enough with the “Madame.” We’ve known each other for years. Just call me Vivian. [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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Madame, with all due respect, I am your loyal servant. It would be quite inappropriate for me to call you by your first name.

Fine, fine. Have it your own way. But I’m just glad we’re in cahoots again.

Yeah.

Now, do me a favor and make sure my son is still breathing. [soft dramatic music]

He lives, Madame.

[sighs] What a relief. I’ve just had these pangs of guilt resorting to these draconian tactics.

But as you said before we embarked on this mission, it was all for his own good.

You’re right. It’s all for his own good. Yes, it is. I know.

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[laughs]

Why didn’t you tell me you were coming, Javi?

And spoil the surprise? You know I love my grand entrances.

Yeah, I do know that. And, hey, we just found out about Tía Hilda. I’m so sorry.

Thanks. We’re all grateful that Mami didn’t suffer at the end. How’d you find out?

Tío Gabriel sent Rafe a letter along with your mami’s engagement ring.

Her ring? Why would he send that?

I guess she wanted him to have it.

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[chuckles] Of course she did. Rafael was always her favorite, and he was the son she really wanted, not the one she got.

But I don’t understand. EJ was ready to throw the book at you. Why would he let you go?

My attorney convinced the DA to change his mind. So I’m not gonna face any charges at all.

You hit me with a car and left me for dead, and that was before you threatened to finish the job by pushing me down a flight of stairs. How is this possible?

Well, my darling, dearest daughter-in-law, it’s all thanks to you. [chuckles] [relaxed music]

Funny. Last time I was in this room, Alex was my new half-brother.

You can’t do this to me, Philip.

Now, I wasn’t exactly thrilled that Dad’s company was in the hands of that vainglorious jerk. No offense, Justin.

You don’t know what’s at stake here.

As it turns out, Alex is pretty much Steve Jobs compared to you. I mean, you’ve only been CEO for a few months and you’re already packing it in, handing the whole thing over to Stefano’s degenerate daughter.

Damn you, Philip.

Well, once I caught wind of this idiotic deal, I was impelled to do all I could to block it since I’m Victor’s son too!

But he didn’t leave Titan to you, did he? So you can’t do this. You have no legal right. He has no right at all.

Oh, I beg to differ. [dramatic music]

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You know, when I first heard about Stefan’s impending divorce from that wretched woman, I knew it was too good to be true.

As you pointed out to me, Madame, your son has a weakness for Gabriella Hernandez.

Indeed he does, a serious and debilitating weakness. But don’t you worry, my darling. Mother’s here to make sure you don’t fall prey to another cuckolding shrew ever again. [ominous music] [somber music]

I don’t think it was a slight against you, Javi.

It kind of feels that way.

Look, I’m sure your mami only gave the ring to Rafe because she knew you weren’t gonna marry a woman.

Yeah, but what if I wanted to give it to a man? Better yet, what if I wanted to keep it for myself? What do you think? – Fabuloso.

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I know, right? However, it pales in comparison to that rock on your finger. Girl, let me get a closer look at this bling. [chuckles] Wow, Gabriella. You scored up, huh, marrying a super wealthy DiMera?

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I don’t think I’ll be married to him much longer.

What?

We’re getting a divorce.

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[relaxed music]

You’re free because of me? What are you talking about?

[scoffs] Oh, come now, Sarah. Surely you can figure it out. I mean, first you didn’t see Brady driving the car, then you did. Then you claimed you were confused. Oh, no, wait. Then you saw me driving instead. [scoffs] At this point, what jury is going to believe you?

You know that I lied about Brady to save your son from killing him.

A noble gesture, which very happily turned out in my favor.

[exhales sharply] No. No, it– it can’t be that simple. I’m not the only one that remembers seeing you driving that night. Brady does too.

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I really do owe you. I mean, not only did you fly from Paris to support me, but you– come on.

[chuckles]

You did so much more than that. You’re the reason I’m free.

Eh, you’re my brother. Kind of have to be there for one another.

Yeah, yeah, but you went above and beyond. You really did. And I can never thank you enough. It’s just that–

What?

As grateful as I am that my name is cleared, my conscience, not so much, man.

Meaning?

Meaning Fiona never would have been driving that car that night if I hadn’t been drunk out of my mind. That’s what I mean. If I hadn’t fallen off the wagon, Sarah would probably not be in that chair.

Brady, remember, you weren’t driving. [somber music] Now you just need to resolve to stay sober. Nothing to be gained by beating yourself up.

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True. Thanks for that. There actually may be some good news regarding Sarah.

Yeah?

Yeah. With a little bit of luck, there’s a chance that Sarah could be back on her feet again, thanks to Kristen. [soft dramatic music]

So it sounds like you all have a lot to talk about, so I’m going to take my leave.

No, Kristen, don’t go. This deal is happening whether Philip likes it or not. We just need a couple minutes here.

OK, Xander, sweetheart. It is gonna take a lot longer than a couple minutes. And I really do not want to be privy to your family drama.

Kristen, please.

No. You can keep the first vial, and just let me know when you’re ready to make the trade for the second.

Kristen, wait! Philip, this is ridiculous. You have no claim to Titan. Father didn’t even put you in his will.

Only because my parents are trying to protect me from any, you know, legal trouble.

Right, because you faked your death to frame Brady. The end result is the same.

Not quite. Since, as you may recall, Brady let me off the hook last year, enabling my return to the land of the living, and as such, I am prepared to assert my rights.

Any right you have is to watch from the sidelines while I do what I wish. That’s what Victor wanted. [dramatic orchestral music]

Actually, it’s not.

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This letter was originally mailed to the psychiatric facility where I was getting treatment in Europe. But I’d already left to come home for Dad’s funeral, so it only recently made its way to me in New York.

What does it say?

Why don’t you tell him? [soft dramatic music]

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Signed by Victor. It’s dated just before the plane crash.

And?

Well, let’s see here. Vic is informing Philip that he’s made a new will and that he wishes that he– quoting here– “that he had the option to leave Titan to Philip.” But he can’t because he’s supposed to be dead.

I’m the rightful heir. And it’s only by happenstance that I’m not in charge this very minute.

Then why the hell didn’t you make this claim earlier?

As I said, I didn’t know about this letter until now.

He doesn’t really have a case, does he, Justin?

Well, it’s hard to say, but this is certainly enough to contest the transfer of Titan to Kristen.

Look, Philip, you just don’t really understand what’s going on here. Kristen has a serum that can– it can cure Sarah’s paralysis, but she won’t give it to us unless she gets Titan, and– this is my wife we’re talking about. I’m appealing to you as your brother. Please, you’ve got to drop this lawsuit. [dramatic music]

Sorry, Xander. Not a chance in hell.

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So Dr. Rolf developed a serum that could cure Sarah’s paralysis. Kristen has offered to hand it over to Xander and Sarah in exchange for exonerating me. However, as it turns out, they had nothing to do with my release anyway.

Right. So is Kristen willing to stand by her offer?

She says that she’s making arrangements to hand the drug over to Xander. What? What?

It just seems so out of character of her, you know, to be so generous.

Yeah, well– [knocking] Yeah, well, Kristen, she’s been full of surprises lately.

Like this one. [ominous music]

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Well, unfortunately for you, Sarah, Brady wouldn’t have made a credible witness either since he would have to admit that he was blackout drunk that night, anything that he thought he saw or heard just wouldn’t stand up in court, obviously.

OK, fine, then forget what Brady and I remembered. You confessed, Fiona. You admitted your guilt to me, to Xander, to Brady.

Aha, but not to the Salem PD. And since I didn’t tell the police that I was responsible for the accident and I denied confessing it to anyone else, I’m sure you can deduce that I am in the clear. [relaxed music]

Oh, my God.

So Stefan slept with that skank while you were in prison.

Yep.

And then you slept with his brother to get back at him.

[chuckles] Well, you know me. I had to even the score.

Yeah, I get that. [laughs] I don’t know, man. This is like an episode of “The Real Housewives.” [laughs] [somber music] Oh, I’m sorry. You’re still hurting, and I shouldn’t make jokes.

No, you shouldn’t. I am still hurting. And not only that–

Not only that, what?

I’m starting to have second thoughts about ending my marriage.

So what? You’re still in love with this guy?

Yeah, I guess I am, even after he betrayed me. Is that pathetic?

No, of course not. You can’t choose who you love. You know that. If you could, I would have had a much easier time of it growing up in Texas. As Mami always told me… [speaks Spanish]

Mm. The heart wants what it wants.

Right? And if your heart wants Stefan, there’s no sense in fighting that.

I don’t even know if he feels the same way. He could be completely done with me. He hired his own divorce lawyer, and I’m expecting papers any day now.

OK. Maybe when he, you know, sees the dotted line waiting for his signature, he’ll remember the beautiful, sexy, amazing woman that he’s been married to. And then he’ll forget how to sign his name. [laughs]

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Yeah, maybe he will.

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[groans] What was Stefan thinking? These divorce terms are much too generous.

Especially since the woman cheated on him with his own brother.

Well, maybe I can make a few adjustments.

Oh, better not. That might raise suspicions.

[groans] You’re right again, as usual. I’ll just sign the damn thing.

Uh, will there be no issue, you copying your son’s handwriting?

Forgery happens to be one of my great talents.

Oh. To write.

Thank you. Here we go, “Stefan O. DiMera.” Our son is free at last. [dramatic music] Cahoots.

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[ominous music]

Shall I deliver it, Madame?

Oh, no, Ivan. Thank you. I’d like to do the honors.

Well, if you’re caught, Madame, you’re gonna get thrown right back in the prison.

Don’t worry. I’ll be very discreet. Now, you just take care of my son. [soft dramatic music]

Stefan’s wedding ring.

Oh. He won’t be needing this anymore, will he?

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Some day, you’re gonna be very angry with me when you find out what I’ve done, and then you’ll realize it was the best thing I could do for you.

Madame, we should not linger.

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Oh. I love you, my son. See you soon.

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I hope your marriage works out, querida, if that’s what you really want.

It is. I do. I do want to work it out. And talking to you has helped me to see that.

Well, you know, I am an expert in matters of the heart, right? [laughter]

I wouldn’t go that far. But you did help me realize that I love Stefan, in spite of all.

When you love someone, it’s got to be in spite of all because we all have faults and we all make mistakes.

So true. But enough about my screwed-up life. I want to hear about you. You still haven’t told me why you came to Salem.

Well, in a nutshell, now that Mami’s gone, I figured I should do what I want for once. Follow my dreams instead of having them stepped on because you know how needy and complicated that woman is. I mean, God rest her soul. So I thought Salem would be a fresh start for me.

Does that mean you’re moving here?

That’s the plan. [laughs]

[laughs] Oh, my God, yes!

And it’s not too complicated since everything I own is in the back of that beat-up, old car in your driveway fresh from Corpus Christi.

In that case, you have to stay with me and Rafe.

I was hoping that you’d say that. [laughs] But do you have room for me? You think it’d be cool con tu hermano?

Ah, sí You’re family. We have plenty of room. And Rafe is gonna love the idea!

[laughs] Even if I’m still wearing his ring?

As long as you’re only borrowing it, I’m sure he’ll be cool.

[laughs]

We’re gonna have so much fun. We get to hang out all the time.

Well, not all the time. I still have to find a job and I’m not sure doing what yet.

Oh, my God. I have the best idea. Come work for me.

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I’m sorry. Am I interrupting?

It’s OK. I need to get home and pack.

Oh, that’s right. You’re heading back to Paris.

I am now that my brother is free.

Thanks to you.

No, thanks to you being innocent. I need to get home to Nicole and Jude.

I know. I know. It’s been good having you around, and I’m so grateful for what you did for me.

No, I’m just happy it all worked out.

Yeah, again, thanks to you. I’m gonna miss you.

I’m gonna miss you too. But, hey, we’ll be in touch.

Miss you too.

Video chats.

Yeah, tons of them, absolutely. Yeah.

Kristen.

Eric. [sighs] Alone at last. [tense music]

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I don’t understand. What happened to the woman that was so desperate to make amends with Xander, who would play with Victoria for hours and said that she loved me like a daughter? Was that all just a lie? [relaxed music]

No, Sarah. It was real.

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I’d do anything to get that back.

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I’m so terribly ashamed of myself, but I’m also somewhat self-aware. So I know that my bravado is just a façade. It’s just a way to cope. And my drinking, well, it does dull the pain of knowing that I have ruined everything, as I always do.

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Sarah, wait.

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I know I have no right to ask you this, but I was hoping you’d do me a favor.

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Did you not hear what I just said? Sarah needs this serum. She’ll never walk again.

Look, I feel for Sarah. I really do. But for one thing, there’s no guarantee that experimental serum is gonna work. And even if it’s legit, do you really think it’s worth giving up a multibillion-dollar company?

Yes! That’s absolutely what I think. Put yourself in my shoes, Philip. This is my wife we’re talking about, the love of my life, the mother of my daughter. Have a heart. Think about what this would mean to me, mean to Sarah.

Look, the way I see it, you kind of brought this on yourself.

What the hell is that supposed to mean?

Well, let’s face it. The accident which paralyzed Sarah, it wouldn’t have happened if you hadn’t been naive about a woman who apparently treated you like crap when you were a kid and then abandoned you.

Watch where you’re going with this one.

I’m just saying. If you’d been paying more attention, maybe you would have realized that your mother was still a hopeless drunk before she mowed down your wife.

You son of a bitch.

So what brings you by? [soft dramatic music]

This. I got you a new car.

What? Why?

Well, I figured I was the one who had your old car crushed into a tiny, little cube, so…

Ah. Whoa, this car has a waiting list. I mean, I think it’s years long.

Well, you are going to be seeing a lot more of Rachel, and our daughter deserves to be driven in style, yes? Oh! It has an added bonus feature. It’s self-driving, just in case.

Kristen. You don’t have to worry about that because I’m sober and I’ve been going to meetings, OK?

Brady, I am so proud of you.

You’ve actually been in a very generous mood lately. Even Eric had to agree when I told him that you were willing to hand that drug over to Sarah.

Oh. Well, I mean, I haven’t handed it over yet.

Xander, come on! Let go. This isn’t helping.

Fine. [tense music]

Maybe you should just go and cool off, OK?

You’re not gonna get away with this, you little punk!

Whatever you say, brah!

Phil.

Phil, what? You can’t seriously think it’s a good idea for Xander to give away the company, to a DiMera no less?

Yes, I have my own reservations, but you can’t expect this to be easy for him. This isn’t just business. He’s doing it for his wife.

And I’m doing this for my father. You knew Victor just about better than anyone. So you must know that he’d be devastated to think we were giving up the company. So I’m gonna honor his memory by making sure that never happens.

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You want me to work at Gabi Chic?

Yes. Javi, it’d be perfect. I just lost my personal assistant, and I desperately need to replace her.

What happened to the last one? You fire her?

Not exactly.

Oh, so she quit.

No.

All right, what’s the deal? Am I walking into a “Devil Wears Prada” type sitch?

[chuckles] No, it’s not like that. It’s just that Connie, my assistant, tried to kill me and Rafe, and now she’s in the loony bin where she belongs.

OK.

Anyway, it doesn’t matter. You have to work for me. Take the job. We’ll have a blast.

Will I get free stuff?

Of course, tons of freebies.

All right, it’s a deal. I’m in. [laughs] All right, now I’m gonna go get my stuff from the car. I’ll be right back. It’s addressed to you.

Oh.

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It’s my divorce papers.

What the hell’s going on here? Ivan. Is that you?

It’s good to see you again, Mr. DiMera.

What the hell is going on? Why am I in here?

I apologize for the discomfort, but I’m just following your mother’s orders.

My mother’s or– My mother’s having me kidnapped. Where are we going?

Back to the motherland.

To the mother– Alamainia. Why?

So you can start a new life without Gabi Hernandez in it.

No. No. [grunts]

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So why haven’t you given Sarah the drug? Kristen, you’re not going back on your word, are you?

No, no, no, no, no, of course not. [chuckles] I met with Xander just a little while ago, and I already gave him the first half of the serum.

Why not give him the whole thing?

Well, Rolf is putting the final touches on the other half. I’ll hand it over as soon as everything is, well, sorted out. [soft dramatic music]

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Damn you, Philip. Damn you.

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Hey. So glad you’re home. I need to talk to you about the meeting with Kristen.

Um, OK. But first, I– there’s something that you need to know. I just ran into Fiona.

What?

Yeah. She’s free. She’s not facing any charges.

How the hell is that even possible?

Um, I will explain it all, but she wanted me to give you this.

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– Dear Xander, I’ve decided to leave Salem. I know I’ve made a terrible mess of things, and I don’t expect you to forgive me, but please know that I honestly did try to change for you. I wanted so badly to be a part of your life, a part of my granddaughter’s life. I just couldn’t quite pull it off in the end, obviously. Perhaps one day in the not-too-distant future, I’ll really change and become a person who’s worthy of your forgiveness, God willing. But even if that never happens, I want you to know that I do love you very much, and I always will, and I’m so proud of the man you’ve become. Love, Mum. [somber music]

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You OK?

I’m fine. I just hate that she’s getting away with what she did to you. Nothing we can do about it now. At least she’s out of our lives now.

Mm-hmm.

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So what happened with Kristen?

That’s what I need to talk to you about. [tense music]

How did it go?

As expected, Xander’s head exploded. He was counting on using Titan to get Sarah that miracle drug.

Ha, ha! Well, he’ll just have to find another way to help his invalid wife because soon Titan will belong to us.

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He actually signed them.

Oh, Gabriella, I’m so sorry. Maybe you should call him. I mean, if he knew that you were having second thoughts, maybe he might admit to having them too.

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No. He definitely made up his mind.

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[grunts] You got to help me get out of here. I need to stay in town to fight for my marriage.

Madame thinks that’s a bad idea.

I don’t give a damn what she thinks. She can’t force me to get a divorce.

She already has.

The hell does that mean?

I think it’s best if you just relax and try to enjoy the ride.

No, no, no, no! Ivan, wait. Wait. You got to get me out of here. I need to get to Gabi and tell her that I love her, and I need her in my life. Ivan, no, no, no! I need to tell Gabi that I love her! You son of a bitch!

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[soft dramatic music]

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[phone ringing]

What do you want, Kristen?

Is that any way to talk to the person who has the fate of your dear, sweet Sarah in her hands? I am calling to see if you’re ready for our meeting this afternoon.

As ready as I’ll ever be.

Oh, come on, Xander. I mean, there’s no need to be pouty. I mean, we’re both benefiting from this deal greatly. I mean, you’re getting a miraculous revolutionary serum, which will enable your paralyzed wife to walk again. And I am–

And you’re getting your grubby, grasping DiMera claws on the Kiriakis empire.

Mm-hmm. [laughs]

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[birds squawking] [phone ringing]

Ah, Ms. Cook, there you are. But then again, where else would you be? I brought you a coffee. Sorry it’s not an Irish coffee, which I’m sure you would prefer. But then again, alcohol is what got you into this mess in the first place.

Are you enjoying toying with me, D.A. DiMera?

No, not at all. In fact, I know Christmas is still a few months away, but I come bearing gifts.

What’s this?

This is the best deal you’re ever going to get. So unless you want to spend the rest of your natural life in prison, I suggest you take it. [tense music]

Ooh. We having a liquid lunch today?

This? No, this–this is an Italian herbal liqueur, one, from what I’ve heard, my old man grew quite fond of. Can I interest you in a pour?

Uh, it’s a bit early for me, thanks. As requested, I’ve drawn up your divorce papers. Once these are signed, sealed, and delivered, Gabi Hernandez will be out of your life for good. [soft dramatic music]

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[door clicks open]

I brought you lunch.

I’m not hungry.

Rafe, the doctor says that you need to take your pain meds with food. Are you okay? You look like someone died.

Someone did. [dramatic music] [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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Surely you’re not having second thoughts, Xander. But if you are, perhaps I should remind you that securing Dr. Rolf’s serum to treat Sarah’s spinal cord injury is the only way that she will ever have the chance to walk again.

I’m well aware of the stakes here, Kristen.

Good. Well, then I will be by to sign the papers and seal the deal. Mm? [tense music] [phone beeps]

Is this some kind of sick joke?

So you’ve heard the news.

Of course I heard. All family members were informed of what you’re planning to do. Tell me, please, that this isn’t true. Tell me you’re not seriously planning to turn over Victor’s legacy to the DiMeras.

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If you’re worried about Gabi leaving you nothing but the lint in your pockets, don’t be. The agreement is just as we discussed. You will keep the mansion, the Bistro, and any and all stocks and bonds and diversified investments, while your soon-to-be ex-wife will retain sole ownership of Gabi Chic and receive a generous financial settlement.

Sounds pretty cut and dry.

Well, that’s what you wanted, right? A nice, clean break? [soft dramatic music]

Yeah. That’s what I wanted.

After you sign these, I’ll get them to Gabi. And after I have her signature, I’ll follow up with the court. And then your marriage will be over.

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Is there a problem with the terms?

The terms are fine.

So what are you waiting for?

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[sighs]

Tía Hilda died? Ay, Dios mío. When?

Just last week. It’s all in Tío Gabriel’s letter. Her cancer came back, and she didn’t want to say anything to anyone.

Poor Tío. [somber music] Sounds like she passed away peacefully in her sleep.

Yeah.

And they already had the funeral.

In Corpus Christi. They kept it small, just immediate family.

It’s too bad. I would have liked to gone down to Texas to pay my respects to Papi’s brother– since he’s God knows where.

Yep. And Dario is in no position to go.

Mami told me she named me after Tío Gabriel because he has such a good heart.

Yeah.

Rafe, when did we lose touch with that part of the family? We used to be so close.

Yeah. I know.

I still think about them all the time– list them in my prayers every night.

Well, clearly, they still think about us too. Tía Hilda left me this in her will.

I’m not surprised. You were always her favorite.

Not really. It’s just–she liked me because I made her laugh.

Yeah, we all tried to make her laugh. You were the only one who could.

Yeah, well, it’s just because I’m funnier than you all are.

Oh, and more full of yourself than any of us.

Correct.

[laughs] What are you waiting for? Open it up and find out what Tía left you.

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Hurry up. I want to see.

Okay, hold your horses, Miss Impatient.

Ooh, a ring box. Is that what I think it is? [soft dramatic music]

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Tía Hilda’s engagement ring.

Oh, my.

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I remember admiring this when I was a little girl. All the cousins wanted to wear it. [laughs] We used to beg her to let us try it on, but she said it wouldn’t leave her finger until the day she died.

Yeah. “QueridoRafael, I know that you have not “been lucky in love, sobrino. Those gringas do not appreciate you the way you deserve.”

[laughs]

She’s right about that. “I hope this ring will bring you “the kind of lasting affection that I shared “with your Tío Gabriel. “And when you find the right woman– “which I know you will do– “I want you to give her my ring with my eternal blessing. Con mucho cariño,Tía Hilda.”

That is so sweet. You were like the son Tía never had.

Yeah. Which is kind of sad because she does have a son.

Yeah, but you and Tía Hilda were kindred spirits. What is it that she used to say?

“Cortados por el mismo patrón.”

Si.

Si.

Cut from the same cloth.

Yeah.

And, like you, Tía really believed in “amor verdadero.”

True love.

Mm. Not that we all don’t believe in that and want that.

Yeah.

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I thought I had finally found mi amor verdaderoin Stefan. But now– now it’s over between us forever.

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Sign the damn papers, Stefan.

I need a minute. This is the end of a marriage we’re talking about here, not some timeshare in the Florida Keys. So please, if you’ll allow me a few seconds, I need to process.

You should have done your processing before you had me draw up divorce papers.

What’s going on here, Melinda, huh? You think as soon as this ink dries on that paper and my divorce from Gabi is final, you’re gonna finally get your shot?

[laughs] Wow. You know, I didn’t think it was possible, but you are even more full of yourself than your brother EJ.

Look, Melinda, I– I’m sorry. I’m sorry. It was a joke, and it was uncalled for.

You know what, it’s not funny. You know, take your time. Take all the time you need. Sign, don’t sign. I couldn’t care less. The billable hours are the same. [tense music]

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I suggest you gird your loins before going in there.

Oh, why is that?

Because your brother, Stefan, is in a particularly foul mood.

Oh. Well, I appreciate the heads up. Nothing and no one is going to rain on my parade today. [chuckles] Did you draw up the documents for my meeting this afternoon?

I sure did. And I don’t know how you made this happen, but it is quite the coup. Shin and the Board are very excited.

Well, they should be because once Xander Kiriakis signs these papers, transferring control of Titan Industries to moi… [laughs] DiMera Enterprises will be unstoppable.

Uncle Vic must be rolling over in his grave– his own son, handing over his life’s work to Stefano DiMera’s demented daughter.

Let him roll then.

Xander, why are you doing this? What does Kristen have on you?

What Kristen has is a serum that will cure Sarah’s paralysis. She’ll walk again.

What? Seriously?

Courtesy of Dr. Wilhelm Rolf.

Oh. Well, this makes a lot more sense then.

I thought it might. God knows I wish– I wish there was another way to help Sarah, but we haven’t found it.

Look, I certainly am sympathetic to your problem. But as legal counsel–

I don’t care about your counsel right now, Justin. This isn’t your decision to make. It’s mine. Victor gave Titan to me to do with as I choose, and I choose to trade it for this serum. There’s nothing you or anyone else can say that will change my mind.

Maybe there is. Maybe there’s something that I can say. [soft dramatic music]

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It’s the same exact deal I offered to Brady Black. You plead guilty to attempted vehicular manslaughter for causing the drunken hit-and-run that robbed your daughter-in-law of the use of her legs, and I’ll recommend to the judge that you serve ten years in prison.

Ten years? Is that all?

As I said, Ms. Cook, this is the best deal you’re ever going to get. You could be looking at twice that time, if not more. So you’d be wise to sign here and here so we can bring this matter to a close. [ominous music]

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What do you think you’re doing?

I regret wasting your time and the resources of the good people of Salem, but I am not signing a damn thing.

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You realize, if I take this to trial, you’ll likely die alone in a cell inside Statesville Prison?

You’re presuming I’ll be found guilty.

There’s no presumption involved. Your conviction is a certainty if you confessed to the crime.

I don’t know what you’re talking about. I never confessed to anything.

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You’re saying that you did not confess to plowing into Sarah Kiriakis while driving under the influence?

That’s right. I never admitted to that, nor will I admit to anything else you think you can charge me with. [tense music]

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I don’t know what game you’re playing here, Ms. Cook, but I assure you, it will not work.

But you see, I’m certain that it will work, D.A. DiMera.

Ms. Cook… [clears throat] though you did not formally confess to the police, you stated to your son and his wife that you were behind the wheel of the car that mowed Sarah Horton down like a stray blade of grass. You also came clean to Brady Black, the man you framed for your crime. Yeah. Brady did tell us about the little talk you two had downstairs in holding.

You know, I’m sorry, but I don’t recall having any of the aforementioned conversations.

I have dealt with my fair share of contemptible, remorseless, despicable people sitting in that very chair. And you, Ms. Cook, are right up there with the worst of them.

Ugh, please, EJ, spare us your righteous indignation because when it comes to moral superiority, you are standing on a house of cards.

Trask, what are you doing here?

I’m here to stop you from badgering this woman without the benefit of counsel. Fiona, don’t say another word.

You’re representing this sociopath?

Mm-hmm.

Don’t you already have your hands full helping my sister run my family’s business into the ground?

Kristen’s doing quite well as DiMera’s CEO, which you will find out soon. But I’ll remind you that my contract allows me to take outside clients, especially poor, defenseless women who are being railroaded by patriarchal misogynists.

Okay. I’ll choose to ignore the insults. But I will give you the opportunity to argue the merits of your wholly baseless accusation. How is Ms. Cook being railroaded?

It’s simple. My client is being accused of a crime she didn’t commit. She’s innocent, so I demand her release immediately.

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I’ll leave you two to talk.

Justin’s right. You can’t do this.

Sarah, sweetheart, I–

No, it would be such a huge mistake to hand over Titan to Kristen DiMera.

Sarah, please, come on. Listen to me. Just tell me you understand that I’m doing this for you.

I don’t understand. I don’t. Victor left you his company because he saw himself in you. If your father was alive, it would kill him to see you hand it over to that viper.

You’re absolutely right. But you’re also right when you say that Victor saw himself in me. And we both know that if– if it was Maggie’s health that–that was at risk, Victor would move heaven and Earth. He would go to hell and back to save her, wouldn’t he?

Yeah, he would. But I am not dying. And it’s not like we need this serum to save my life. Love… you know that I have accepted the fact that I will never walk again. And I’m gonna live with that.

Darling… I know how hard you’ve tried to do just that– to learn to live with it, to accept that you’ll never walk again. And I’ve seen the brave face that you put on for me and for everyone else. But no matter how courageous you are, I– I also see what a struggle it is for you. So I couldn’t live with myself if I knew that there was– if there was something that I could do to end that struggle, to end your suffering, and instead I just chose to cling on to some empire.

Yes, I’ve struggled. And I have suffered. And I count my blessings that that accident didn’t take my life. And I have– I have so much love and support from you and my mom and our daughter. I am lucky in so many ways. And I’m getting stronger every single day. As a doctor, I’ve seen people with disabilities go on and live full, vibrant lives. And I know that I can be one of those people. Baby, you do not have to do this. Please, just call Kristen, and tell that blackmailing bitch that the deal is off and you’ve changed your mind. [soft dramatic music] Please.

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What is with the long face, little brother?

I’m fine.

No, you’re not. You’re in a terrible mood, and I assume it’s because of your impending divorce. Is Gabi taking you for all you’re worth?

The settlement’s fair.

Well, then what’s the problem?

The problem is… I’m not sure I want a divorce. [suspenseful music]

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So where exactly do things stand between you and Stefan?

Well… he told me he wanted to file for divorce, then hired Melinda Trask to draw up the papers.

Trask is a shark.

So is my lawyer. I’m not worried about that.

All right. So it won’t be long until your marriage is over. [somber music]

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Right, I guess.

But you don’t seem too happy about that. I thought you wanted out.

I did.

So has that changed? Are you done with Stefan? Or do you want him back?

I know I’m the one who called the time of death in our marriage, but… I can’t help but wonder if I made the right decision. [somber music]

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Now, Gabi… it’s understandable that you feel conflicted about ending your marriage. Why wouldn’t you? You went into it hoping that it would be like Tía Hilda and Tío Gabriel’s– till death do us part. Now, we were raised to believe that marriage is a sacred bond.

Yeah.

Yeah.

But Stefan was the one to break our vows. I was so hurt and so angry when I found out he slept with Ava while I was rotting away in Statesville. All I wanted to do was hurt him back… by sleeping with his brother. [sighs] Not telling you anything you don’t already know?

No, you’re not. But I am getting the impression that you are not sure you want to end your marriage to Stefan.

No. I guess I’m not sure of that either. And Stefan seemed so sad the last time we spoke. I’m not sure this is what he really wants either.

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Are you seriously considering staying married to Gabi after she slept with our brother?

Gabi only slept with EJ to get back at me for sleeping with Ava, which was a one-time, stupid, drunken mistake.

Yes, it was. But you’re still in love with Gabi. [soft dramatic music]

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I never stopped loving her. Nope. Not for one second.

Well, I mean, who am I to judge? Lord knows I– I know all about not being able to move on from an ex. You know what? To hell with those divorce papers. If you are not % sure that you and Gabi are done, then tear them up, hmm? And get your wife back.

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You can’t hand over your family business to Kristen.

Sarah, you just– you don’t understand.

I do understand. I know better than anyone what it meant to you to finally be acknowledged by Victor.

Even though he couldn’t bring himself to do it until he died.

Hey.

I am the one who will spend the rest of my life in this chair if you don’t make a deal with the devil. Doesn’t what I want matter?

Of course what you want matters, darling. It’s–it’s just, I’m not only doing this for you. I’m doing it for Victoria too. Don’t you want to be able to run and play with her, to walk her to school on her first day of kindergarten, to stand and cheer when she graduates high school? Don’t you want to go back to work and not in this wheelchair? [somber music]

Of course I want all of those things.

And I want those things for you.

Yes, but at what cost? I’m not just gonna sit and watch you hand over your birthright– Victoria’s birthright– to Kristen.

Victoria’s birthright is not Titan. It’s you– you, healthy and happy. I owe Victor nothing. I owe you everything.

Xander–

Darling, for years, all I cared about was earning Victor’s approval, finding my rightful place at Titan. But then I met you. And you saw me for– for who I am, and you gave me your love freely. And all you ever wanted from me was honesty. Whereas my own father couldn’t bring himself to love me while he was alive. And everything he left for me after he died– well, it doesn’t measure up to what you’ve given me in our life together. So I’m sorry, darling. Your wishes do matter to me, but my mind’s made up. When Kristin gets here, I’m– I’m going to give her Titan– lock, stock, and barrel– in exchange for the serum that can help you walk again.

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Melinda, need I remind you that your client ran over Sarah Kiriakis and left her to die? That poor woman is paralyzed. She will never walk again. So there is no way in hell I am allowing Ms. Cook to walk out of here. I mean, the woman confessed, for God’s sake.

I did no such thing.

Fine. I don’t need a confession. I have two eyewitnesses– the victim and Brady Black. And both Sarah and Brady can positively identify you were the one who drove the car that struck her that night and are both willing to testify to that fact in open court.

EJ, that testimony and $ might get you bus fare to Chicago, but it most certainly won’t get you a conviction. You know it, and I know it. [dramatic music]

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Don’t you have a physical therapy appointment this afternoon?

Oh, come on. You know I do. You’ve been more on top of my rehab schedule than I have. But you have not answered my question. Are you ready to end your marriage to Stefan? [soft dramatic music]

I thought I was. But if I’m being honest, I’m not sure.

Yeah. Well, do you want some advice from someone Tía Hilda calls “unlucky in love?”

Sure.

Okay. Give yourself the time that you need. Get out of your head, and listen to your heart. And then… you will know what to do.

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[tender music]

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Hey.

[panting]

“Whatever else there is… “means nothing much, you see, because you are everything to me.”

So beautiful.

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Happy anniversary, my darling.

Happy anniversary, mi amor.

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I’ve been dreaming about this for months.

So have I. – Thank you. I know I’ve been trying to push you away, and it feels really good to have you here with me.

I will always be here for you whenever you need me.

Promise?

I promise.

Make love to me, Stefan.

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[sighs]

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You know what, Melinda? To hell with your damn papers.

I am certain, Ms. Trask, that I have a strong case to make against your client. So we’ll just have to let the process play itself out, let a jury decide. But if you seriously think that any one of a dozen of your client’s peers will be unsympathetic to Dr. Sarah Horton Kiriakis, the granddaughter of the pillars of our community, the loving mother of an adorable one-year-old, when she wheels herself into court to testify to the fact that her lush of a mother-in-law ran her over, then you are less of an attorney than I first thought.

If anyone is less of an attorney here, it’s you, Elvis, because you seem to be forgetting that Sarah Kiriakis has also changed her story about what happened that night multiple times, making her, well, a not-so-credible witness. And as for Brady Black, the man’s an addict, obviously, and has been accused of, among other things, killing his uncle in a drunken rage and throwing him into the river.

If you’re referring to his Uncle Philip, the lunatic who faked his own death and then framed Brady, much in the same way that your client did.

Be that as it may, Brady Black’s testimony in this case is certain to offer reasonable doubt after reasonable doubt. The man was so intoxicated on the night of the accident that he even believed that he was driving the car. You see, he has changed his story also. So how can anyone be certain that he wasn’t really the person who hit Sarah?

You know he didn’t do it.

[scoffs]

Brady will testify that he woke up in the passenger seat of the car next to Fiona, who was behind the wheel. And he will also testify to the fact that she said that she had just hit someone.

Do you even hear yourself, EJ? When a jury hears the testimony of your two wholly unreliable witnesses, they will not even deliberate. They will acquit my client immediately. But hey, you want to take this to trial, be my guest. I will take great pleasure in tearing apart their testimony and your already tainted legal reputation. I’ll rip it to shreds. So do yourself a favor. Save the City of Salem the expense. Save yourself the embarrassment, and cut Fiona loose now.

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I appreciate everything you said. I really do. I know that your heart is in the right place and that you’re doing this for me. But I cannot believe that you are giving Kristen what she wants without a fight.

[gasps] Did somebody say my name?

Kristen, how could you do this? You know what? That’s a really, really stupid question. You have no conscience. I know that better than anyone.

Sarah, I really don’t understand why you’re so angry about this. I mean, this is great for you, great for me. I am here to make a mutually beneficial business transaction.

Mm-hmm. Is that what you call trading my ability to walk with my husband and daughter’s birthright? God, your father must be so proud of you, looking up at you from the bowels of hell.

Oh, I’m gonna take that as a thank-you. So I’m just gonna say, you’re welcome. [tense music]

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Move.

She is going to thank me, Xander, when she can walk. Now, do we have a deal or not?

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[suspenseful music] * *

You’ll pay for this, Trask.

For what? Being a better lawyer than you are? Oh, I’m not gonna waste a second worrying about your threats of retribution because you are going to be so busy explaining to Mayor Price how you let yet another case slip through your fingers. Ciao.

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[sighs]

Fiona?

Oh, hello, Sarah. [tense music]

What are you doing out of jail?

Oh, the D.A. dropped the charges. Your mother-in-law is now a free woman.

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[knocking on door]

Stefan. Oh, my God.

You know, from what I hear… you never gave up on anything or anyone you ever wanted. I am your son, after all. I’d like to think I have that fighting spirit in me. And for that reason, I am not giving up on my marriage to Gabi. No, no. [soft dramatic music] I’m gonna fight for the woman that I love.

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Yeah. [grunting] [dramatic music]

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Well, I wouldn’t get too excited about that. I mean, there is a second vial, and it needs to be combined with that one to actually heal Sarah’s spinal injury. It’s just in case you tried to renege on the terms of our deal.

So when do we get the second vial?

Once your shares of Titan Industries are successfully transferred to me. [laughs] Now… [clears throat] Do you need a pen, Xander?

No, I’ve got one. Let’s get this over with.

I wouldn’t bother signing those, Xander.

Don’t try and talk me out of this now, Justin.

No, that’s not why I’m here. I’m here to let you both know that someone has filed an injunction prohibiting the transfer of Xander’s Titan stock to you. [dramatic music]

What the hell is going on, Xander?

Your guess is as good as mine. Justin, who filed the injunction? It’d have to be a family member, but–well, it can’t have been Alex. We all know he’s not Victor’s son.

But I am.

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Philip.

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Good morning.

Well… you seem to be in a good mood.

Yes, well, that might be– drum roll, please– because Marlena fell down the elevator shaft. On camera, of course… [chuckles] Which means, with or without Hattie Adams’ histrionics and all, Charlemagne will finally get that… rich, dramatic death scene she so richly deserves. [both chuckle]

I am glad to hear it. And you’re right. A pivotal scene like that should never be played off-camera.

No, never. Are you kidding me? A moment like that, the death of a beloved character– that’s the kind of scene an audience tunes in for. [dramatic music]

What are you talking about? My God, Johnny, why would you think that Alex and I are having sex?

Because you liked it so much the first time.

Johnny, I have no idea what you’re–

I saw you, Chanel, okay? I saw the two of you the other day in here going at it.

Okay, Johnny, this is crazy, okay? Alex and I would never–

I said I saw you, Chanel! And you’ve been lying to me ever since.

Johnny, Johnny, you– please, please, listen to me.

Why–why should I? It’s just going to be more lies. Just like the day after I saw you with him, you told me you were going to the bakery. Well, I went there and you were nowhere to be found.

I was running an errand.

Oh, at Alex’s apartment?

What?

Yeah, no, I heard you guys talking about how I was– I was never going to find out, how clueless I am. I bet you guys had a nice big laugh about– about how stupid I am.

Oh, my God.

What a fool your husband is.

Johnny, Johnny, this is not at all what you think.

No, it’s exactly what I think, okay? And don’t even bother trying to deny it. I-I refuse to believe another word that comes out of your mouth, because you’re a cheating slut. Even now… you’re lying right to my face. I can’t believe it. I can’t even look at you.

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[door closes]

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Mom, did you forget? This is my room.

Well, the maids were cleaning mine.

Oh. Well, the audition went great. Thank you for asking.

Mm.

Now I just have to wait and hear back.

Well, you know what I’m waiting to hear? Whose wedding ring this is.

[scoffs softly]

Well?

Well, what?

Well, you said that you met a man at a bar last night, so I can only assume that this belongs to him. What you neglected to tell me was that he was a married man.

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Why’s this taking so long? Oh. all: Surprise!

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W-what is this? Is this–is–

Happy birthday, Johnny boy. Are you surprised or what? I mean, you better be, because Chanel worked really hard on all this. All for you, buddy.

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Surprise.

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all: * Happy birthday to you *

I bet you’re feeling pretty stupid right now, because you should be. all: * Happy birthday, dear Johnny * * Happy birthday to you *

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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As much as I’m elated that Charlemagne has finally shuffled off the mortal coil thanks to Marlena… it’s still concerning to me that we’re left with a huge, star-shaped hole in the center of our canvas. I mean, who’s going to go toe to toe with Kassandra? I mean, it’s not like we can go online and, you know, find someone–find a capricious, fiery actress, a soap-opera diva.

I might have a solution… if we bring back Lorna…

[groans]

And if you agree to play her.

Okay, so I know exactly where you’re going, and I am more of a back-of-the-house kind of gal. I’d rather solve problems behind the camera, okay? Not make them in front of the camera.

That’s fair enough.

So, speaking of troublemakers, though, how are the auditions going for the Faith and Arrow spoiler? The–the Regan character?

Well, we are off to a promising start. I just directed a very good audition with an intriguing young actress.

Really?

Hmm.

Well, who was it?

Nancy Wesley’s daughter, Joy. [dramatic music]

Really, Mother? Must you be so…provincial?

“Provincial”? Joy, what are we, in a Jane Austen novel?

If only.

[scoffs] Just be honest with me. Is this or is this not a man’s wedding ring?

Let’s say it is. So what?

“So what”? [scoffs] May I remind you once again how my own marriage ended?

Not necessary, but go ahead.

Fine. It was because your father, a married man, was cheating on me over and over and over again.

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In fact… it happened right here in this very hotel… [sighs] With that loathsome Leo Stark. All the while, your mother was sitting at home playing the dutiful wife… all the while being unaware that she was being betrayed.

The difference is, I haven’t betrayed anyone, Mother. For one thing, I’m not married.

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Oh, so you’re not your father in this scenario. You’re that loathsome Leo Stark. Oh, Joy, how I pity that poor man’s wife sitting at home, not– not aware that she’s being betrayed.

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all: * Happy birthday, dear Johnny * * Happy birthday to you * [applause]

* And many more * [laughter and applause] [dramatic music]

What are you waiting for, man? You gonna come blow these suckers out or what?

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Make a wish first.

[laughs]

Go ahead. Make a wish.

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[exhales sharply]

Yay!

Yeah. [applause] I got to say, your wife really outdid herself with this cake, man, huh? She must kind of love you or something.

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Anyway, birthday boy gets to cut the first piece.

Careful with that, Alex. I-I don’t know if I’d trust him with that knife.

[laughs] Why–why is that?

Because he may or may not stab you with it.

He’s going to stab me with it? Why would he– why would he want to s– why would he want to stab me with it?

Well, apparently… you and I are sleeping together. [people gasp]

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O-okay, now, everybody listen to me and listen– listen hard. Now, I don’t know what the hell is going on here, but I do know one thing. My baby girl is no cheater.

Johnny, what the– Where is this even coming from, bro? Why would you think that Chanel and I are sleeping together?

Why? Why? Because I saw you guys, that’s why.

What are you talking about?

This is crazy. You couldn’t have seen us because it never happened.

Oh, really? I wasn’t the only one. Seth saw it, too.

Well–

What? When?

When? The other day. Remember, I ran into you in the hallway. You said, don’t go in that room because Arrow and Faith are having sex in there. [dramatic music]

Well, I don’t recall saying it that bluntly, but, yeah, I remember.

You see?

But that’s not Faith. That’s Faith.

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I didn’t know that Nancy’s daughter was auditioning.

Bonnie insisted that we give her a chance.

Oh. So it went well.

Yeah, it went, uh, really well. You know, Chanel– Chanel and–and Joy had this– this antagonistic energy.

Well–ha– that’s exactly what we need. Huh. Do you think we found our home-wrecker? Do we have our Regan?

Well, I do think that Joy Wesley could be a contender.

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Well, what do you have to say to that, dear?

[chuckles] What I have to say is, you have no idea what you’re talking about, Mom. This guy’s situation is nothing like yours and Daddy’s. For one thing, his wife is cheating on him.

Oh, so you think that makes it better? Joy, have you not heard the expression, two wrongs do not make a–

Right. Yes, yes, of course I have. But it’s not like this woman is some Stepford wife waiting for her husband to return home to give him his slippers or whatever. It’s not so black and white.

[chuckles] I am well aware of the gray areas.

What does that even mean?

It means that… no matter what his wife has done, it doesn’t give the man a right to sleep around.

And you just assume that he did sleep with someone?

Uh, well, am I wrong, or am I right? Are you telling me that you didn’t just find that in a Happy Meal?

[sighs]

Come on, Joy, just be honest with me. Did you or did you not sleep with this man?

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[sighs]

But she– No, wait. I-I thought you meant–

Oh, I can see that our birthday boy has been rendered speechless, so I’ll take the lead here. As it so happens… Stephanie isn’t Faith. In fact, she isn’t even an actress. She’s our publicist. [clicking tongue]

But wait. I saw you two. Weren’t you… rehearsing?

Yes, Stephanie and I were rehearsing.

Only because Chanel was running late.

And got a little carried away. Got a little caught up in the moment. That’s all.

O-okay, so wait, wait. Let me get this straight. When you told me that you saw Arrow and Faith going at it and I walked in, I opened the door, I-I actually walked in on… Alex and Stephanie?

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Chanel, I-I-I don’t know what to say.

Yeah, it’s probably best that you don’t say anything… because as my mama taught me…

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Best to not speak with your mouth full.

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[cake thuds]

Are you not quite ready to hand the role of Regan to Joy?

[chuckles] As I said, she’s a contender.

Ah.

But I would like to see some other actors. Oh, Paulina. I-I-I didn’t know you were getting here so– so early for our lunch date. [dramatic music]

Well, Abraham, it’s been, you know, a day of, I guess you’d say… unexpected events.

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I’m–I’m sorry, this is, uh, Chanel’s– Chanel is throwing this big bash for Johnny for his birthday on set. And I’m–I’m–I’m sorry I didn’t make it. So how was it? Was he surprised?

Oh, he was. Matter of fact, we all were.

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Mm. This is so flipping delicious. Ah.

Leo, what are you doing?

What? We cannot let this delicious cake go to waste.

[scoffs] Jeez.

Mmm. You think this is gluten-free?

What, do you have a gluten allergy?

No. Here, you got to try this.

No, I–

Try it.

What the hell?

Oh. Mmm.

Oh. Oh, my God.

Right? Right? This is so much better than the cake my dad made for me when I turned seven.

Mm, what was wrong with the cake he made you?

Well, besides the fact that he baked it at, like, , degrees, it was so dry you could barely choke it down, he scribbles “Happy Ninth, Junior” in the frosting.

Honey, he didn’t know how old you were?

And often got my name wrong. But look at me now, hmm? Eating this delicious cake, head-writing a TV show. Although my childhood trauma is like a diamond mine, Bonnie, I’m like a little miner boy– overalls on, shovel in hand, schmutz all over my face.

Poor little Leo. [chuckles] Mmm, mmm. You know what? We shouldn’t be doing this. We should not be gorging ourselves like this.

Why not?

Because the baker just got accused of infidelity.

Could’ve been worse.

How?

She actually could have been cheating on him.

All right, you’re right. Cheers. Mm. Oh. Oh!

[sighs]

Well… what do you have to say? Joy, clearly, you brought this man, whoever he was, back to your room.

Whoa, okay. Not having this conversation with my mother.

Honey, I just don’t want you to get h–

What? Get hurt?

Yes, get hurt. From your youthful vantage point, this may not seem like a big deal, but… [both sigh] You’re my daughter, and I love you.

Oh, please. You don’t care about me. You didn’t even want me in the first place.

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So Chanel goes and stuffs the cake right into his face and, you know, then storms out of there with Johnny right on her heels.

Hmm. Whoa, that does not sound like a fun party.

No.

No, it was a disaster. Oh, and, you know, I just so wanted to just go to my baby girl and, you know, just give her a hug, tell her how wonderful she is. And then, you know, I thought, you know, it might be best to give them some alone time.

Well, that’s all because Johnny thought he saw Alex… sleeping with Chanel.

When he was actually with Stephanie.

Yes, that is why it happened.

[sighs] Okay, if you’ll excuse me, I think I need to go do some damage control before “Body & Soul” turns into the set of “Caligula.”

Mm.

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[exhales deeply]

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Get out of my way.

No, Chanel.

Get out.

Just wait. Just wait for a second. All right, listen… listen, I just want to tell you–

What? That you’re sorry for calling me a cheating slut? Imagine calling someone you love something like that and right before you walk into the surprise party that they threw for you. Oh, wait, no, you don’t have to imagine.

Look, please, Chanel, just try to understand where I’m coming from, all right?

Seth told me that he saw Arrow and Faith– Arrow and Faith–having sex in a hospital room. And I didn’t believe it. I couldn’t believe it. But I looked in, and I saw Alex in bed on top of someone, and I just–I-I-I got so upset that I-I just took off.

Yeah, and you decided to assume the worst, instead of just– I don’t know–asking me.

You’re right, Chanel. You’re absolutely right. I should have asked you. I should have just asked you, but I–

But what, Johnny?

Because I saw you later, all right? And your–and your back had, you know, gone out, so I thought–

So you thought– [laughing] You thought it was from a sex injury? I told you I was tying my shoe.

But the timing of it all and–and the coincidence… And–and–and then you were just acting like nothing even happened, so I–

Because it hadn’t happened. But whether or not anything did, it didn’t matter to you, did it? No, because you already assumed that it had. And you know why? It’s because you don’t trust me, Johnny, do you?

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Hey, can I talk to you for a sec?

Yeah.

I cannot believe that Johnny saw us in bed together.

I know. And the fact that he thought it was Chanel and me?

That’s what makes this whole thing even crazier.

Yeah, but, Steph, it’s not like we expected anybody to see us. We’re consenting adults. We were behind closed doors in a hospital room. Good for us. Plus, Johnny would have never came in if he didn’t think it was, you know, Faith and Arrow.

You know this is all your fault, right?

Wait, what?

Why did you tell Johnny that Faith and Arrow were having sex? I mean, have you–have you seen the real Faith? How could you think that I was her?

I told you, I saw you two running lines. Plus, you look like an actress…

[sighs]

So I just assumed you were.

Yeah, well, I am not an actress. I’m a publicist. And I have sat in on meetings with producers and you, and we were on a Zoom meeting one-on-one.

Yeah, I remember, but Kate and Abe explicitly said that they had to cut overhead. So how was I supposed to know that this wasn’t another belt-tightening measure?

Well, it occurs to me that you think your job is to know things.

Oh, I know things. And one of them being, is I know that the show’s publicist had a romp in the hay with one of its stars on the set! Now, do you think that the producers would like to know that, too? [dramatic music]

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Oh, Abe, I feel so bad for you.

Me?

Yes, you. I mean, your–your show hasn’t even started airing yet, and your lead actress and director are fighting because he thought he walked in on her sleeping with her costar?

Yeah. Yeah. Well, tell you who I feel bad for. Johnny and Chanel.

Oh, me too, but… [scoffs] I mean–and I don’t want to lay the blame on anyone here. Obviously, it was a terrible misunderstanding, but, oh, how I wish you hadn’t have had that oh-so-brilliant idea to pair Alex and Chanel in the first place.

Are you laying the blame on me?

O-only in part. I mean, let’s face it. None of this would have happened if you hadn’t gone on and on and on about… what good chemistry those two had and just insisted how damn perfect they’d look together as costars. I mean, come on, now, Johnny’s only flesh and blood. The man got jealous. Who wouldn’t, in his shoes?

You know, being jealous is one thing, but how was I to know that the man had issues and was paranoid and…

Well, well, why not? I mean, as the saying goes, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.

Are you– are you referring to–

Mm-hmm, yes, I am referring to that British daddy of his. Yes.

Well, I always thought that Johnny was more evolved than his father.

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Chanel, you’re right, okay? Of course I should have trusted you, but–but can you just– Will you try to see this from my perspective?

What perspective is that, Johnny– the one where you thought that you caught me having sex with Alex? Oh, wait, no, sorry, it wasn’t me. It was someone else entirely.

I know, but I also saw you at Alex’s apartment.

Yes, planning your surprise party that he offered to help me with.

Yeah, well, I know that now, don’t I? But on that day, when I saw you in his hallway and I overheard you saying how clueless I was and that you had to keep it a secret from everyone, do you see how I would connect those dots together?

Yes, only because you were connecting the dots to try to make them equal up to me cheating on you, okay? Don’t you understand that all of this so-called evidence only leaned that way because you believed that I would actually cheat on you, my husband, the man that I love more than anyone in this world?

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Wait, where’s your… Wedding ring?

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Joy, honey, of course I care about you.

Right, you care about me when you need something… like, for instance, bone marrow to save the life of your real daughter, Chloe.

Sweetheart, we’ve gone over this so many times. Of course you’re as real a daughter to us as Chloe is. [scoffs] And though your father and I will be eternally grateful that you were a bone marrow match for Chloe when she was sick… Honey, bone marrow is the least of the reasons we care about you. [sighs] Your being our daughter was the gift of a lifetime.

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Joy, sweetheart… please tell me that I am finally getting through to you. I love you.

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Joy, please tell me that you believe me.

Fine, you love me. But that doesn’t mean that all of our issues are settled and everything is, you know, magically better between us.

No, I wouldn’t expect that. But as long as you know that I love and care about you…

Fine, I know. And I’m sorry for sending you on a guilt trip.

Oh. It’s okay. I’m used to it.

And now you’re sending me on one.

I’m sorry. I didn’t–

You know, you still haven’t asked me how my audition went.

I was just about to. So how was it?

It was, um–it was good.

Just good?

Actually, it was– went really well, I think. I read with one of the characters on the show. Well, it’s Chanel Dupree, but she plays Faith on the show. Apparently my character is supposed to be after her man. [both chuckle]

Well, that sounds normal for “Body & Soul.” So what did they say?

That they’ll let me know.

That sounds like a successful audition. [gasps] Oh, this calls for a celebratory lunch. Um, and then maybe you can, uh, fill me in on whose wedding ring that is.

Actually, you know, I’ll pass.

Joy, I–

As I told you, I am not discussing this with my mother. [dramatic music]

Where are you going?

For a walk. [door opens, closes]

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Well… where’s your wedding ring, Johnny?

Look, I-I took it off.

When? When what? When you decided that the marriage was over because you thought that you caught me in bed with Alex?

No, okay? It wasn’t like that.

Oh, no? Then what was it like, hmm? I told you from day one that I am not into Alex, period, end of story. But what did you think? That he would just get me so turned on that I would just, oh, my God, cheat on my husband who I love so much because some guy took his shirt off?

Look, I-I-I know, okay? I’m sorry. I am sorry, Chanel. I-I don’t know what I was thinking. I-I feel like a fool. Please–

Don’t touch me.

Chanel.

I said don’t– Oh, my God. I cannot believe that I went out of my way to throw this big surprise party for my husband, only for him to look at me in the face and call me a cheating slut.

Chanel.

Get out.

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I said get out!

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Okay.

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[door closes]

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You know… maybe–

Maybe–maybe what?

Well… maybe as things calm down, Johnny and Chanel will learn that this was just a misunderstanding.

[sighs] I wish I had your optimism, Abraham, but you were not there to see that look on my daughter’s face. Johnny hurt her badly. And when my daughter’s hurting, you better watch out.

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I’ve been thinking of switching astrology signs.

What? You can’t do that. It’s when you were born, silly.

So? I’m tired of being a Pisces. I was thinking about trying on… Gemini maybe or Virgo.

Mm.

They’re very organized, those Virgos. I could use some of that.

I know what you mean. [chuckles] Mmm.

It’s a shame to waste all of this cake. I’ll see if I can find an intern to bring it to the break room.

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Does this mean…

We have to eat this cake in the break room?

No, that we have to share. I don’t think so. I have a better idea.

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Kate, I can explain.

Okay, that won’t be necessary. Paulina already gave me the details.

Kate, I-I can’t even explain to you how sorry I am. What happened was completely unprofessional, and I assure you that it won’t happen again.

Yes, I am sure you regret what happened, and I accept your apology. Unfortunately, it did happen. We are about to launch a show. And I can’t have it get out there that our publicist, who is responsible for promoting the image of the show, is sleeping with an actor… [sighs] On a set, no less.

Right.

[sighs]

So… I assume this means I’m fired.

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Kate, please, you cannot fire Stephanie. Come on, this was not her fault. It was completely mine. I asked her to run lines with me, and we just– we got a little carried away.

You certainly did. And by rights, I should fire you both for being shamelessly indiscreet, for embarrassing the whole company and negatively affecting a fellow cast member and director whom you both know.

For which we are both very sorry.

So am I. [sighs] But you can keep your jobs. I’m not going to fire you.

Oh.

You’re not?

No. But consider this your first and final warning. For now, you two… stay the hell away from each other. [dramatic music]

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[mouth full] You know, this might be all Hattie Adams’ fault.

Um, I didn’t quite catch that.

Mm. [normal voice] I said this might be all Hattie Adam’s fault.

You mean Johnny finding out– or thinking, at least– that Chanel was cheating on him?

That’s what I mean. After all, the woman did put a curse on the show when she got fired.

So I heard.

Happened to me once, years ago. I went to grab the last container of garlic hummus at Whole Foods, and this petite woman walking an affenpinscher with beady little eyes stared right through my soul.

What kind of curse did she put on you?

I’d rather not say, but this curse, this Hattie Adams curse, I think it’s real. And who knows? Maybe something truly terrible is going to befall you at any moment. [gasps] Or me.

Well, well, well, if it isn’t the little home-wrecker.

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Exhibit A.

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Johnny. Hi.

Uh… [clears throat] Joy.

I’m, uh–I’m glad that I ran into you. You, um… you left this in my room last night.

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[breathing heavily]

Where’s Johnny?

Gone.

Chanel, honey. Oh, honey, are you okay?

[breathing heavily] No. No, Mom, I’m not.

Oh, baby.

[crying]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[dramatic music]

[groans] Oh, Chanel, hey.

Oh, I’ve done it again.

Done what again?

I’m interrupting, aren’t I? You and Stephanie–

You’re not interrupting anything. Stephanie’s not here.

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And for the fundraiser, we’re going to need you to stick to these talking points. We’ve uploaded your speech to the prompter, but I know sometimes you like to–

Go off book?

Mm-hmm.

Well, I like to feel out the crowd. And if I’m bombing, I– I’m diverting to my, you know, natural–

Which–which is why I’ve also included a list of no-nos. I think it’s best if we just avoid these issues.

Oh, good morning, ladies.

Excuse me, Leo. We’re having a business meeting here.

And I’m sure it’s very important, but this is an emergency. We are having a major, major PR snafu at “Body & Soul” that I need you on top of, like, pronto. It’s a sex scandal. [jazzy music]

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Hey, boss.

Oh, Bonnie. Bonnie, look, I only have a minute. We’re–we’re casting a new character, and–

Oh, yes, I know. Regan Holloway, yes. You can just cancel those auditions, actually. See, I’ve been reading ahead, and I know all about the interloper who’s supposed to come between Arrow and Faith. Great stuff, by the way.

Bonnie, I–

And I have found the perfect girl to play the part. She totally embodies that whole wild-child vibe, if you know what I mean. And to top it off, she is drop-dead gorgeous.

OK, OK. Who is she?

Chloe Lane’s little sister, Joy Wesley. [knocking]

Joy, wake up! [knocking] [footsteps pattering] [sighs]

Jeez! Are you trying to wake up the whole hotel?

I thought I was trying to wake up the dead.

I was asleep, Mother.

Oh. Well, it’s no wonder. [chuckles] I knocked on your door at : a.m., too, and you weren’t here. You obviously found time to find out about all the nightlife here in Salem. So where were you last night?

[sighs] [dramatic music]

Hey.

Hey.

Happy birthday.

Thank you, Grandma.

I spoke to Allie. She sends her love.

Oh, that’s– [clears throat] That’s nice.

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Anyway… oh, I–I got you a birthday cupcake, deliciously made by your loving wife.

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What is wrong?

Oh, nothing, nothing at all.

Well, somehow I don’t believe that.

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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Joy Wesley. No, not on my list.

Oh, no, I know. See, Abe, she came all the way from New York City just for the chance. And really, it would be a shame not to give her the opportunity to show you what she’s got because, Abe, this girl is talented, very talented.

Does she have any experience?

Oh, yes, I’m sure her résumé is very impressive. In fact, Nancy said she was a born performer.

Look, Bonnie–

No, listen, Abe, look at it this way. See, you gave me a chance, right? And I had zero experience. But you, sir, you saw my raw talent. And it worked out pretty good, all right?

[chuckles] Yes, Bonnie, we are– we’re very lucky to have you.

Thank you, Abe. See, you, sir, have a great eye for talent. And I know that you are gonna see right away whether she has it or not. And, Abe, between you and me, the girl could really use a confidence boost. You know, she needs a little direction in her life.

Bonnie, you know that this is a business. And we just can’t afford to have any more difficult personalities on our staff.

Oh, oh, Abe. No, no, no, no, no, I didn’t mean that. No, Joy is an angel, an angel. Very low-maintenance, extremely low. In fact, I don’t want to diss my friend or anything, but I think Nancy might be the difficult personality in that relationship. Anyway, Abe, seriously, if you could just give Joy a shot. And if she bombs, mm, so be it. I will never mention it again. [jazzy music]

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When am I supposed to see her?

Well, looks like you have a little time before you start. How about right now?

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[sighs]

You know, Mother, the whole point of having two rooms is to not have you all up in my business every second of every day.

[chuckles] And just who’s paying for those two rooms, Miss Joy Wesley?

[sighs]

Where were you last night?

I went to a bar, OK? No big deal.

Big deal– you may have an audition today.

Chill. Mom, I didn’t get trashed or anything. I’ll be fine. I was just…hanging out.

Hanging out? With who?

[sighs] You were just– you don’t know anybody. You were just a baby when we moved away.

It’s a bar, Mom. I met somebody.

Who? Are you even listening to me?

No, not really. And–and no offense, but you are aware that other people have problems as well, right?

Wow. I thought Midwesterners were supposed to be friendly. Sorry for trying to have a conversation.

Wait.

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[sighs] I’m Johnny. What’s your name?

Joy.

Hey, Joy. Welcome to Salem.

Just some guy. [dramatic music]

I’m fine, really. I just–I’m a bit distracted, I guess. I was up all night blocking the scenes for today.

Oh, sure. Well, I–I hope you find some time to enjoy your special day.

Thanks, Grandma. Or should I say Charlemagne?

Oof. You heard.

I did. In fact, I’m gonna be the one who’s directing you today, which I’m very excited about.

Well, that makes one of us. Actually, I’m only doing it because Leo talked me into it because I guess Hattie refused to– to die and then just stormed off the set. Oh, that must have been a very exciting day for you.

Oh, yeah, yeah, especially when she cursed the show on her way out the door.

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Uh, I don’t think you want to go in there.

Why not?

Well, Arrow and Faith… they got a little carried away.

What do you mean?

I poked my head in there a little while ago, and at first, I thought, oh, they’re rehearsing. But then I realized they were…

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In a steamy love scene for real.

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Actually, I think her curse might already be working.

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Why do you say that?

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Sorry, maybe I shouldn’t have brought up you and Stephanie.

Ah, you’re fine. It’s not like it’s a sore subject or anything. We didn’t really get a chance to talk after–

After I clumsily walked in on you two?

Well, luckily, you walked in on our goodbyes, and we had already finished the–you know. Anyway, Stephanie left so quickly, I don’t know where the hell we stand.

Only where you lie down.

Ha, ha, ha, ha. I see we’ve reached the teasing level of our friendship. OK.

Sorry, sorry.

Mm.

OK, so you were saying.

I was saying…

Mm-hmm.

Stephanie and I just want to be friends.

Uh-huh.

We just keep on– Go ahead. I know you want to interject.

No, no, I’m being respectful.

OK. It’s very unlike you.

[laughs] Look, Alex, just– I think it’s really simple. Do you want to be friends with benefits with her or not? Or maybe you want something more? Yes? No? Maybe?

I don’t know what she wants.

OK, well, here’s a bright idea. Ask her.

All right. Maybe I should talk to her.

Mm-hmm.

A sex scandal? And the show hasn’t even hit the airwaves yet.

Oh, we don’t say airwaves. It’s a streamer. We say interwebs. It hasn’t hit the interwebs.

Well, it sounds like it’s hitting the fan. Oh, this is the last thing Abraham needs right now.

Believe me, I know, hence my rude interruption. Steph, we have to nip this in the bud, like, now.

OK, Leo, before we go to DEFCON , what is this supposed scandal?

Well, I may not be Lady Whistleblower anymore, but this little sniffer can catch the first whiff of something newsworthy, especially when said newsworthiness is of the naughty and titillating variety. And I have it on good authority that Alex Kiriakis is having sex with one of his costars. [gasps]

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Just some guy, Mother. I’m sure you don’t know him. Did you talk to your friend who works on “Body & Soul”?

Oh! Yes, I did. I talked to Bonnie, and she’s going to try to arrange it with Abe Carver. He’s the producer.

Great. So I have the job.

No, you don’t have the job, Miss Entitled. You have to audition. But Bonnie said that she’s gonna try and arrange it. Oh! I just haven’t heard from them yet. [phone beeps] Oh, wait, wait. [gasps] He said yes!

Really?

Really. Oh, and you’re up first.

What? First? What time am I supposed to be there?

Oh, as soon as possible.

Oh, my God. I’m still in my pajamas.

You need to go get dressed and– and knock them dead.

Can I get you something?

No, actually, I came by to– [phone beeps] Oh. Oh, great. Abe needs me to stop by the production offices. I already have so much to do with Johnny’s birthday party, and now this.

Well, what can I do to help? What do you need?

Actually, that’s why I came by.

OK.

I wanted to see if maybe you could stop by Sweet Bits on your way to set and pick up the cake and bring it with you to work. Because I would have done it myself, but then I’m just so swamped with everything. And then Felicity, she didn’t have the cake ready yet. She needed a little more time. And now Abe, he needs me to stop–

I know. I know. You had me at cake, OK? I’m happy to help.

OK. You’re a lifesaver.

I know. I try.

And don’t let on to Johnny, OK?

I also know how surprise parties work, Chanel.

Mm, do you?

Are you sure he hasn’t figured out anything yet?

Yes, I’m sure.

OK, OK.

Although I haven’t seen much of him since production started. I mean, he’s always working super late. And last night, he worked super late. And then this morning, he was gone before I got up. So I haven’t even got a chance to tell him happy birthday yet.

Aww. [dramatic music]

What do you mean, Hattie’s curse is working? Has something happened?

[sighs]

Dr. Evans, my fellow thespian. Well, will you look at us? Isn’t it something?

It is…something, all right.

Well, don’t have too much fun today. We wouldn’t want to lose University Hospital’s top psychiatrist to showbiz.

Or our hospital administrator.

[chuckles] Fear not. I’m just an under-five. That’s industry lingo for five lines of fewer per episode. I’m easing into it.

Well, I don’t have any lines. I just have to take a nosedive down an elevator shaft.

Oh, I know. Word to the wise. Make sure there’s plenty of mattresses down there before you jump.

Hmm.

Oh, Bonnie. Good, you’re here. Would you please show my grandmother to makeup?

Oh, absolutely. Come on, Marlena. I’ll show you the ropes. It’s gonna be so fun.

Yeah. We will catch up a little later?

Sure.

It’s this way.

I didn’t mean to scare Marlena. But unprofessionalism seems to be running rampant around here. Ms. Adams walks off the set. Leo Stark rejects all my alt lines. And I still can’t get over finding Faith and Arrow going at it on the set.

Yeah, yeah, me neither.

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Alex is sleeping with somebody at the show?

Did you not hear me? Not just somebody– one of his costars.

I hope you’re not suggesting that it’s my daughter, who is a happily married woman and who is planning her husband’s surprise birthday party as we speak.

Madam Mayor, Your Highness, I am not suggesting Chanel or Bonnie or Hattie, for that matter. There are plenty of other actresses who could have fallen victim to… the hotness of Alex Kiriakis. I mean, that rocking body, those bedroom eyes.

All right, all right, Leo, how do you even know that this is true? It could just be some crew rumor.

Oh, no, no, no. It is no rumor. My sources are never wrong. And I mean, given Alex’s reputation–

Yeah, well, I don’t think you should be talking smack about anybody’s reputation, Leo Stark. Besides, what’s so scandalous? Costars, they–they date, fall in love all the time. Who knows? These two could wind up being married for years.

I suppose, but the problem is that this hookup happened on set. This poor stagehand had the very unenviable task of, well… cleanup on aisle five, if you catch my drift.

Oh.

Anyway, point is, Steph, we have got to make this disappear because a scandal like this, frankly, could take down the whole show.

[sighs]

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Ugh, how could I be so stupid? This is exactly– exactly why I didn’t want to get involved with– [dramatic music] Damn it.

Steph.

Alex.

Hey.

Hey. Hey, shouldn’t you be on set?

I’m headed there soon, but first, I’m on a secret mission. I’ve been deputized as the official birthday cake delivery boy. Chanel asked me to pick it up on the way. You want to come with?

No, I–I can’t. I–I have a lot on my plate right now. So I’ll just–I’ll just see you over there.

OK, no problem.

[sighs]

Is everything OK?

Not exactly.

Not exactly?

We can talk about it later.

I think maybe we should talk about it right now.

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Fine. I don’t think we should sleep together anymore. Like, ever.

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Hey.

Oh, Chanel. Oh, thank you so much.

Mm-hmm.

Thanks for making the time.

Yeah.

I know this was really short notice.

Sure. What’s going on? Is there a problem?

Oh, no, no, no. I would like you to read with an actress we’re auditioning– it’s very short notice…

Mm-hmm.

For Faith’s rival, Regan Holloway.

Hmm, oh, well, OK.

[chuckles] It’s a favor to Bonnie, actually.

Mm, well, I am happy to help.

Well, good. Hey, do you think that you could ask Johnny if he could direct?

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. Remember, today is the day that I’m throwing his surprise party. So I do not want to tip him off in any way.

Yeah. I’m sorry. I–I forgot. So I’ll direct the audition.

All right.

OK.

So you said that Bonnie knows this actress. What’s her name?

I’m Joy.

Oh.

And you are?

I’m Chanel. Nice to meet you.

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And cut. [bell rings] All right.

Oh, man. Thank you. [sighs] [indistinct chatter] Please tell me I don’t have to do that again.

You are a one-take wonder, Grandma.

Dr. Evans, thank you so much. Truly, we could not have done that without you.

Well, thanks. But the happy coincidence is that it’s my grandson’s birthday, and I was glad to spend the extra time with him.

Marlena Evans, you should get a Daytime Emmy for Best Scream Ever.

Oh, thanks. You’re very kind. But I’m just glad I didn’t have a lot of dialogue to learn.

It would have been brilliant no matter what.

I think you might be the slightest bit biased.

Ah, just very tasteful.

So I’m late for my day job. So unless you need anything else from me, Mr. Director?

No, no, you are wrapped. So please feel free to get back to your– your normal life, to your very important day job, one that– that actually matters. Johnny, your– your job matters too. A lot of people are really counting on you here.

Thank you, Grandma. And I know that. I’m just–I don’t mean to sound ungrateful. I’m just exhausted.

I know you are. Happy birthday, anyway.

Thank you.

I hope you enjoy the rest of your day. Oh, my love. Hmm. Thanks, everybody.

Bye. And that’s a wrap for me, too, right, Johnny?

Actually, if you and Seth can stay for one more item– it was a last-minute add.

Ugh, not more purple pages.

It’s a pink page, Bonnie, pink. And you don’t even need one. You don’t have any lines.

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[laughs] Leo! I don’t know what to say. I mean, wow! I actually have a lot to say here. Have I been upgraded from an under-five to a… whatever you call it?

You call it a day player. And yes, indeed, you have. Congratulations, Seth. [laughter]

Leo, I didn’t hear anything about this.

Oh, don’t worry, Johnny. All of it’s been approved.

Huh.

So, Chanel, I assume you play Faith?

Yeah, I do. And this is Abraham Carver, our executive producer.

Oh, well, it’s nice to meet you, Mr. Carver.

Same here, Joy.

Oh, and just FYI, my character hates your character’s guts. So please, just don’t be offended by any of the insults I am about to hurl your way.

OK, well, I’m sure I’ve heard worse.

All right.

Well, here are the scenes for you two to go over. And please, make it quick. I’m afraid we have a bit of a time crunch.

Right. Oh, hey, thank you for fitting me in. I promise I won’t disappoint. [chuckles]

I like the confidence, Joy.

Well, then I must be a good actor, because I’m really pretty nervous.

Oh, well, don’t be. I’m pretty new at this myself. So let’s just have fun with it, OK?

Fun?

Yeah.

Yep. All right. You know what? I’m just gonna brave it.

Well, are you– are you sure you don’t want to just, like, read over it?

No, no, I’ll be OK. I’ll just–I’ll get into it as we go along.

Well, we can run the scenes really quick.

No, no, Mr. Carver said we’re on a time crunch, so let’s–let’s just jump in. OK, I’m–I’m ready.

Mm. All right, great. Then let’s go ahead. And action.

[clears throat] OK. “Just tell me where you were last night, Regan.”

“I stopped by the Cheatin’ Heart for a drink. Is that all right with you?”

“All depends. Did you run into any interesting people there?”

“Well, if you’re referring to Arrow, yeah, he was there.”

“Right. “Yeah, he told me all about your little encounter. Said you play a mean game of pool.”

“Well, I am flattered by the compliment. “But the truth is, Arrow did beat the pants off me “with his smooth, steady stroke, “swinging through the cue ball like it’s not even there. And he sure does look fine bending over that table.”

“You listen to me, Regan. “You can throw your little schoolyard innuendos “in my face all you want, but you will never shake “my faith in Arrow, because we have been through “a long and tortured road, and we are finally together in every way.”

“Mm, why, I don’t know what you mean by ‘schoolyard innuendo,’ Faith.”

“Well, then let me elaborate, OK? “You see, the only cheatin’ heart “at the Cheatin’ Heart last night was you, “you home-wrecking bitch. So stay away from my man.”

“Hmm. The real question is, can he stay away from me?” [dramatic music]

Oh, and it says that I’m supposed to slap her right here. OK.

[gasps]

Oh, and cut. [laughter]

Nice. Good work.

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OK, Seth, I’m gonna have you right here.

If we could just– there, perfect.

Hey, wait a second. You’re not killing me off for real this time, are you?

No, no. Your job is golden. We just killed off Charlemagne. Kassandra’s not going anywhere. This will be the easiest money you ever make. Just…lie back and relax.

Oh.

OK, rehearsal, everybody. Are we ready? And action.

Yes, I know. It’s terrible that Charlemagne plummeted to her death in an elevator shaft. But there’s more of that begonia serum there, isn’t there? Oh, yes, that’s right. Pineview hasn’t seen the last of Charlemagne de la Croix.

Cut.

Perfecto. Magnifique. Wunderbar.

Leo?

Hmm?

What the hell? My grandmother explicitly said this was a one-and-done. And I don’t think Hattie’s gonna be coming back.

Johnny, where is your sense of drama? Charlemagne has been back from the dead at least six times, seven if you count that alien abduction during the writers’ strike. Marlena may say that she is done, but this is Pineview. You never know. So now we have ourselves a little insurance policy, just in case.

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OK, yeah. Steph, I’ll respect whatever you want. Where is this coming from?

Look, we agreed. We agreed that we weren’t going to sleep together again. And then we did. And then we did again.

[sighs]

Obviously, we both have conflicting feelings about it. And on top of that, we work together. And, Alex, it’s just– it’s too complicated. And what happened on that set, it was a mistake, a big mistake.

I admit it wasn’t the best idea. But I mean, Steph–

It doesn’t matter anymore anyway because it’s over, OK? Let’s just keep things professional.

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OK, yeah, I–I get it. If that’s what you really want.

Yes, that is what I really want.

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[sighs] [dramatic music]

So…[chuckles] Did I get the part?

[chuckles] I–I can’t tell you, because I have other people to see today. But we will reach out to you if we’re interested.

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Oh. [chuckles] OK.

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You may go.

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Hey, DeMille, Chanel needs to see you in the hospital room set. She has a question about a scene.

Oh, but we’re not even shooting in there today.

She’s your wife. I don’t know.

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OK.

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Bed–bed head.

Oh, you mean morgue slab head. [sighs] And since my contract specifically states that I’m extremely claustrophobic, you might have warned me that I would be in that highly confined space for what seemed like an eternity for that last scene.

Oh, I don’t look at actors’ contracts.

Obviously not.

Ixnay on the urneygay.

What?

[clears throat]

Oh! Marlena. Great performance. Have I told you that?

You have.

Oh, yeah. Anyway, how’s Johnny doing? I hear it’s his birthday today?

Yes, it is. Paulina, how nice to see you.

Mayor Price, if you’re here for a doctor’s appointment, you have accidentally wandered into an imaginary land called Pineview.

I am here because Chanel was so busy rushing around this morning, she forgot to take this. And since I made the trip, I thought, you know, I’d give my best to my son-in-law and maybe have a piece of birthday cake.

Hmm. – Dr. Marlena Evans to Trauma . Dr. Marlena Evans to Trauma .

That is my alternate reality. So enjoy the party. And tell Johnny, if you would, that I’ll catch him later on.

We will.

So any progress with that PR snafu?

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I’m not sure.

Hey, Faith. I was thinking we could run lines together, if that’s all right with you. Blake and Faith have a scene together tomorrow.

I’m sorry, I have no idea what you’re talking about.

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Oh, man, that cake? Chanel, it looks amazing.

Mm-hmm. Red velvet, Johnny’s favorite.

Good work.

Thank you.

Oh, my God. Anyway, Leo is gonna be bringing Johnny in any minute. So you distract him while I go out there with everybody else. We’re gonna set up the party, all right?

All right, I will keep him in here, and I’ll keep him distracted. [door clicks open] And–

OK, good.

Johnny.

Hey. I’ll see you guys on set.

Happy birthday, my love.

What were– what were you and Alex doing in here–alone?

Oh, we–we were just running lines.

Would you stop lying to me already?

What would I be lying to you about?

Spare me the innocent denial, OK? I know you two were having sex in here!

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Mom, this is my room. Did you forget?

The maid was cleaning mine.

Oh. Well, the audition went great. Thank you for asking.

Mm-hmm.

I just have to wait and hear back.

Oh. And you know what I’m waiting to hear? Whose wedding ring is this? [dramatic music]

[sighs]

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I’m sorry, I don’t know what you’ve been told, but I’m not an actress. I’m actually–

All right, everybody, quiet down. Chanel is gonna be bringing the birthday boy any minute.

OK, everybody, time to get festive. Oh, here, you guys. Here’s two for you.

Thank you.

All righty. Now, Madam Mayor, I have one for you.

Oh, no, thanks.

Well, come on, Paulina. It’s a party. Let’s go, please.

Oh.

Grabbed one for you.

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What are you talking about? My God, Johnny, why would you think that Alex and I are having sex?

‘Cause you liked it so much the first time.

Johnny, I have no idea what you’re talking about.

I saw you, Chanel, OK? I saw the two of you the other day in here, going at it.

OK, Johnny, this is crazy, OK? Alex and I would never–

I said I saw you, Chanel! And you’ve been lying to me ever since.

Johnny, Johnny, please, please listen to me, OK?

Why–why should I? It’s just gonna be more lies. Just like the day after I saw you with him, you told me you were going to the bakery. Well, I went there, and you were nowhere to be found.

I was running an errand.

Oh, at Alex’s apartment?

What?

Yeah, no, I heard you guys talking about how I was– I was never gonna find out, how clueless I am. I bet you guys had a nice big laugh about–about how– how stupid I am…

Oh, my God.

What a fool your husband is.

Johnny, this is not at all what you think.

No, it’s exactly what I think! OK? And don’t even bother trying to deny it. I–I refuse to believe another word that comes out of your mouth because you’re a cheating slut. Even now, you’re lying right to my face. I can’t believe it. I can’t even look at you.

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What’s taking so long? all: Surprise!

Whoo-hoo! [laughs]

What–what is– what is this?

Happy birthday, Johnny boy. Are you surprised or what? You better be, buddy, because Chanel, your wife, did all of this for you, pal. [laughs]

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Surprise.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

So Sarah’s hit-and-run case is pretty much closed, huh?

Mm-hmm. And Brady’s finally been released, so that means I can look forward to an evening with Rafe trying to convince me that he’s well enough to go back to work.

Mm. No surprise he’s impatient about it.

No, not surprising at all.

But I’m pretty sure that his doctors will tell him that he’ll be, you know, good enough soon. But listen to me going on and on about my day. What is going on with you?

Mm, nothing much. Just that… I slept with Alex again. [mellow country music]

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Trick or treat?

[laughs] Hey, Dad.

[laughs]

I’m hoping you didn’t come here for the candy, because we don’t get many trick-or-treaters in the building. But I can offer you, I don’t know, maybe a little chocolate protein powder?

Protein powder? Uh, I’ll pass.

Okay, what’s with the pumpkin?

Well, I stopped by the market on the way home, and I started thinking about how much fun we used to have carving pumpkins when you were a kid.

Oh, you want to do a little carving, huh?

Why not? I haven’t seen you since you started work on “Body & Soul,” so I thought this would be a good opportunity to bond.

Okay.

And in case you’re not in the mood to stick your hands into some pumpkin guts, I thought we could bond over these.

Hey, all right. All right. Now we’re talking.

[chuckles]

Who are you trying to convince, me or yourself? Either way, you’re wasting your breath because I don’t buy it. Your lack of integrity has undermined me in far too many ways. Did I get it right? [whimsical music] Ha, yeah! Nailed it! [laughs] Ten pages down of dialogue. more to go. [sighs] Hey, Henderson? Be a pal, make me an extra dry martini, please. Oh, come on, Hennie, please? I need to see a friendly face! [inhales sharply]

Will mine do?

[gasps] Ahh! [serene music]

Hey, Gio. I just finished at the bakery. I wanted to see if maybe you wanted to meet up for dinner.

Uh, actually, I’m still at the studio.

Really? This late?

Yeah, uh, Kate wanted me to block my scripts for the next three shows, so I’ll probably be here a while. [soft tense music]

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[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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Nancy! You’re a sight for sore eyes, girl!

Oh, Bonnie, Bonnie, Bonnie! Oh, I hope this isn’t a bad time. Henderson let me in.

Are you kidding me? Honey, it’s never a bad time when my old pal Nancy comes to see me out of the blue. So how are things in the Big Apple? What are you doing in Salem?

Well, we’ll talk about me later. Right now, I want to talk about you. Is it true that you’re now a big soap opera star?

[laughs] Well, um, get a load of this. [clears throat] Who are you trying to convince, me or yourself? Because either way, I’m not buying it.

Ah, move over, Meryl Streep.

Thank you, darling. [gasps] Oh, my gosh. I can’t believe that you’ve heard of “Body & Soul” all the way in New York City.

[chuckles] Well, actually, it’s the reason I’m here.

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How long do you think you’re gonna be at the studio?

Uh, not sure. I still have a lot left to do.

That’s the life of a director, huh?

Yup.

Well, I guess I can’t really complain after you suffered through all those mornings of me getting up at the crack of dawn to open up the bakery.

Hey, that reminds me, I– I stopped by Sweet Bits earlier today.

Oh, yeah, right, Felicity told me. I–I’m sorry I missed you, I was running an errand. [soft tense music] I can trust you to keep this to yourself, right?

Of course. Johnny will not hear a word about this from me.

Good, because my husband is totally clueless.

Let’s keep it that way.

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What was the errand?

Oh, I had to stop by the pharmacy to get some medicine for my back in case it flares up again.

And has it?

Has it what?

Flared up again?

Oh, nope. I’m–I’m doing good.

Well, I’m glad to hear that.

So I guess I’ll see you at home later? Don’t work too hard, okay? Love you.

Pharmacy, my ass.

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What a nightmare for Xander, huh? Walking in on his own mother trying to push his wife down the stairs.

Unbelievable. I mean, it wasn’t enough that the woman ran Sarah over and then set Brady up to take the fall.

God, it makes everything we do on “Body & Soul” seem tame in comparison, right?

[laughs] What is that saying? Life is often crazier than fiction because fiction has to seem believable and life doesn’t.

I like that. I like that a lot. [chuckles] How does Bonnie like working on the show?

Oh, she loves it. And she especially likes working with you, Alex.

Ah. I’m thinking she’s probably just glad to have an outlet to finally give all that motherly advice that she wanted to give me in real life.

You’re probably right about that.

Yeah.

So speaking of art imitating life, how is it working with your costar?

Oh, it’s going fine. Even though Chanel and I haven’t shot any scenes together yet, the photoshoot went smoothly, so not expecting any problems.

Glad to hear that.

Yeah, so no worries there. [uneasy music]

But worries elsewhere?

Ah, a little situation with another coworker that got a little…messy.

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So after Alex and I renewed our agreement to stay just friends–

Mm-hmm.

I was about to go back to my apartment, but–

But?

The next thing I knew, we started making out.

And then the next thing you knew after that?

I think you can figure it out. [both chuckle]

Right.

Ah, Jada, it just– it feels like the more we try to stay just friends, the more we can’t keep our hands off each other.

You know, that sounds a lot like me and Rafe in the beginning. Except it doesn’t look like you think it’s a good thing.

Well– it’s a complicated thing.

I understand. But Steph, it’s happened twice now. And from what I’m hearing, I’m willing to bet that it will happen again.

Well, I wouldn’t bet against it.

Right. So what do you think this means for the two of you?

I have no idea.

Well, it was all Kate and Abe’s idea– bless them, to keep “Body & Soul” alive. Abe was a very big fan. [chuckles]

Well, so am I. Oh, I just love it when you get to see all those divas going at it.

[laughs] Me too. And now I’m one of them. [laughs] Crazy, right?

No. Judging by that performance that you just put on for me before, you can act. Not to mention that you are beautiful, and charismatic, and– oh, they’re lucky to have you.

Oh, honey, you’re too much. Thank you.

Anyway, I was reading in one of the soap mags that, well, they haven’t finished casting all of “Body & Soul” yet, and I was wondering if that’s still the case.

Huh. [chuckles] Why do you ask? Were you thinking maybe you could snag a part?

Oh, no, not for me. Uh, Bonnie, the last time I acted was in a play in high school. And I–oh, I was so nervous, I forgot all my lines. All three of them. No, this is not for me at all.

Okay, then what? [expectant music]

I’m here because I want my daughter to audition. And, Bonnie, I was hoping that you might be able to put in a good word?

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[chuckles]

Hey, baby. Mwah. Oh, it’s so good to see you up and about.

Yeah, well, my back is feeling much better thanks to the muscle relaxers that Kayla gave me. They really helped.

Oh, thank heaven for modern medicine.

And thank heaven you had the night off from being mayor for once. Sorry for the late invitation.

Are you kidding? I’ll always make time for a mother-daughter dinner. So you said Johnny couldn’t make it?

Yeah, no, he’s working late, unfortunately.

Really? So late?

Yeah, long hours when you have to direct five episodes of a soap opera a week.

Oh, well, maybe you should lodge a complaint with his executive producer?

[laughs] Oh, no, no. Johnny is– he’s happy to have a job. We all are.

Yeah, well, still, after a whole day’s work, that husband of yours should be having a relaxing dinner with his wife, not burning the midnight oil. [gentle acoustic music]

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[sultry jazz music]

This seat taken?

All yours.

Great, thank you. I’ve been traveling with my mother all day. So to say I need a drink would be an understatement.

Well, you came to the right place.

Actually, you know what? I’ve only seen myself under fluorescent lights today. So before I order that much-needed drink, I’m gonna go tame this mop and splash some water on my face. Actually, could you order me one of those, please? Unless you’re leaving soon?

No, I’ve got nowhere to be.

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Wow, quick service here, huh?

Enjoy. [sultry jazz music]

Mm. Like I said, I needed that, because, oh, my God, I thought today would never end. You see, my mother, with whom I’m traveling, is not only highly annoying, but she has absolutely zero respect for other people’s boundaries, you know? I mean, try going through two airports, two flights, two rideshares with the woman every step of the way. Drama.

Sounds stressful.

Yeah, no, nonstop stressful, actually. First, it starts out with us not being able to get coffee because she’s worried that we’re gonna miss our flight. So we get to the airport three hours early, makes me throw out my toiletries because she doesn’t want to waste time checking bags. Damn, I had some expensive moisturizers in there.

The horror.

And then… we got through security with hours to spare. And all she wants to do is gossip about the other passengers, making, like, snide comments about what they’re wearing, you know, things like that. She doesn’t even let me watch the shows that I downloaded. [chuckles] Are you even listening to me?

No, not really. And no offense, but you are aware that other people have problems as well, right?

Wow. I thought Midwesterners were supposed to be friendly. Sorry for trying to have a conversation.

Wait.

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I’m Johnny. What’s your name?

Joy.

Hey, Joy. Welcome to Salem.

So how are things with you and Johnny? It’s only been a few days since I had to referee an early morning squabble at my apartment.

Yeah, well, things are okay, but they are about to get a whole lot better.

Oh, why is that?

Well, because I am planning a surprise party for Johnny tomorrow for his birthday. It’s gonna be on set.

Oh, on set, huh? Oh, well, that sounds like a cool idea. Well, you need any help, you know your mama loves parties and surprises.

Oh, yeah, believe me, I know. I still haven’t recovered from when you got Ricky Martin to perform at my fifth birthday party.

[laughs] You were definitely surprised.

Oh, yeah, mm-hmm. Even though the only song of his that I knew was “Livin’ La Vida Loca,” and that was from “Shrek.” I was disappointed that you didn’t get Puss in Boots.

[laughs] Well, the other mothers and fathers were very excited.

Mm-hmm, I recall. But no, Johnny’s party is going to be a little bit of a smaller gathering.

I figured. I figured. But if you need any assistance, just tag in your mother.

Oh, thank you, but I already enlisted Alex.

Alex? Sweetheart, are you sure that’s a good idea?

So you and Stephanie are spending a lot of time together, huh?

I mean, Dad, it’s kind of hard not to. We work on the same show together. We live across the hall from each other, for God’s sake.

Right. Right. Well, Stephanie is a lovely person. I’m glad to hear that you’re friends again. [soft tense music] Mm. [chuckles] I detect that look on your face means that you are maybe more than friends again?

Maybe? Sort of.

I see. So if you’re “maybe sort of” more than friends again, and I do get the subtextual meaning of that, are you two getting back together?

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Okay, so did you guys talk?

You mean after?

Well, it wasn’t asking about during. [chuckles]

No. No, we didn’t talk after. I–I woke up in his bed, and got the hell out of there once I found my clothes.

Walk of shame style?

Kind of.

Well, I mean, why? What is there to be ashamed of?

Oh, I’m not ashamed.

Mm.

Just… disappointed, you know? Because we agreed that we weren’t gonna do anything that might ruin our friendship, and then we did.

Well, the important word here is “we,” meaning you andAlex. So it looks like he wanted it to happen too.

It certainly seemed that way in the moment.

Right, and are you both still friends?

As far as I know.

Well, then, what’s the problem? I mean, it’s not a crime, you know, to be friends with someone and occasionally have sex. [mellow country music] Unless someone wants more than that.

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So you want Chloe to audition for “Body & Soul”?

Oh, no, Bonnie. Chloe is a singer, not– not an actress.

But you said you want your daughter to–

My other daughter, Joy. [soft dramatic music]

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Thanks for the welcome.

Yeah, well, it obviously came a little too late. And, for the record, Midwesterners generally are very friendly.

Oh, so you’re an exception?

Not always. I’m just in a bad mood.

Yeah, I got that. If you don’t mind me asking, what got you in the bad mood?

My wife did, actually. Yeah, she’s… she’s cheating on me.

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Oh, so okay, you want Joy to audition for “Body & Soul”– Chloe’s baby sister.

Who is all grown up and quite a handful, I might add. Oh, she is stubborn, and she’s feisty, and she’s– oh, she is full of you-know-what and vinegar.

Huh. I wonder who she takes after.

All right, she’s a lot like her mother, the poor kid. But Bonnie, she has a knack for getting herself into the messiest of situations.

So your wife is cheating on you?

All right, did I just say that out loud to a stranger?

Hey, no worries here. I’m not gonna tell anybody. It’s not like we have anybody in common anyway, right? Who would I tell? [chuckles]

Yeah. Yeah, that’s a good point. [clears throat]

Well, I’m really sorry what you’re going through. That really sucks.

Yeah.

And I’m sure you don’t want to hear my two cents, but I do have a lifetime of experience assuming the worst in people. So I don’t know. Is there a chance you’re jumping to conclusions based on flimsy evidence?

Nah, not too flimsy. Actually, I– I walked in on them.

Oh. Well, there goes that theory.

Yeah.

So, um, who’s the guy? Do you know him?

Yeah, I know him. And she works with him.

So what, they start flirting by the copy machine?

Actually, they– they knew each other prior to working together. They actually slept with each other before she and I were married, so.

Wow. And you’re okay with them working side by side?

Well, she swore to me that everything that happened between them was in the past. And that she wasn’t even attracted to him anymore. And I stupidly believed her.

Hey, she’s–she’s your wife. You trusted her. [sultry jazz music] So what did you do after you walked in on them?

Ooh, I, um, turned around and walked out.

You confronted her, though, right?

No, I didn’t.

[scoffs] Why the hell not?

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Relax, Mama, okay? I needed an ally on set, and Alex volunteered to help me with Johnny’s party, which was really nice of him, actually.

Okay.

Okay, you said “okay” like it’s not totally okay.

Well, now, correct me if I’m wrong now, but isn’t Alex the reason you had to come over not too long ago and use my shower because Johnny got all jealous about you two shooting those love scenes together?

No, no, no, that was the photoshoot. But we talked that out. We talked it out. It was fine.

Well, I talked to him later that day, and he admitted that it’s been harder on him than he expected.

Right, and I understand that. But what I think is that we just– once we get this first bedroom scene done and over with, everyone will realize that it is all okay, and that it is not a threat to anyone’s marriage or relationship. It’s make believe.

Oh, so you didn’t shoot the love scene yet?

No, I thought I told you. We had to put it on hold because of the whole situation with my back.

Well, on hold till when?

Tomorrow. Okay, but I think that what is really getting to Johnny is the anticipation of it also. I really do believe that once said love scene is over and done with, everything is gonna be just fine. [tense music]

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No. Stephanie and I aren’t–we’re not getting back together, Dad. It didn’t work out the first time. There’s no reason why it could the second. And if you may remember, I was just married to Theresa about five minutes ago. And on top of that, Stephanie just lost somebody that was really important to her.

Everett?

Mm-hmm.

I don’t mean to be insensitive, but Everett is gone and so is Theresa.

Touché. But it doesn’t matter, Dad. You know, I just don’t think Stephanie and I are really meant to be. It’s just not like that. [soft dramatic music]

Okay, so what is it like?

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Look, neither Alex nor I want more than what is going on right now.

Right. A friendship with the occasional lovemaking.

Okay, can we not call it lovemaking, please? No one is in love here, okay?

But still.

But still what?

I get the feeling that there is something you’re not saying.

Like what? I’m just saying that no one is in love here. And that no one includes me.

Right. I heard what you said. But, Steph, I know how it is with exes, okay? And when you run into each other at a vulnerable time, you know, the physical stuff comes easy. The attraction is still there. And I don’t know. You know, hearing you talk and the vibe that your friend here is getting, I’m starting to think that maybe there’s some feelings still there.

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Oh, here’s Joy at the airport.

Oh, honey, she is so beautiful.

And she knows it too.

Oh, a born performer. And a real drama queen. Oh. So, anyway, when I saw the casting notice for “Body & Soul,” I thought, why not come and let her bring that to the screen? Especially since she’s–

Especially since she’s, what?

Well, Bonnie–[sighs] Lately, Joy has been so adrift. I mean, one minute she’s applying to beauty school, the next moment she wants to be a doctor.

[chuckles] Like her daddy. Sorry.

Right. Anyway, I thought that if– if she could just get a part on “Body & Soul,” then just maybe, Joy could find her purpose. [soft dramatic music]

Obviously, I wanted to confront him, right? My–my wife and the guy that she was having sex with. And I wanted to walk in there and just beat him to a pulp, you know? And I just– I don’t know, I went numb. I was in shock.

I get that. What about the next time you saw her?

When I saw her later, I thought– I thought that she was gonna confess, you know, tell me it was just some horrible mistake and beg for my forgiveness.

Well, would you have been okay with it if she had?

No. Obviously not, okay? But at least I could have maybe worked past it eventually. But instead of being honest with me and contrite, she just– she acted like nothing even happened. She just lied right to my face.

And then what?

Then she snuck out to see him again the next day.

Oof.

Yeah. Told me she was going to run an errand. Really, she just went over to his apartment. I saw her leave. Heard her make him swear not to say anything. Heard her call me clueless even.

Whoa. Okay, I’m sorry, but this woman sounds like a stone-cold bitch.

But she’s not, though. You know, if you would have asked me a month ago if she was capable of doing something like this, I would have said no way in hell. Now it’s like I don’t even know who she is anymore. And even though– I don’t know, the reason that I’m not confronting her, you know, telling her that I know she’s cheating on me, that I saw her, that I walked in on her cheating on me–

Yeah? What’s the reason? [sultry jazz music]

I guess it’s, uh– I feel like if I– if I actually say it, if I put it out there, then it’s real. And I would still give anything for it not to be.

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Okay, so the goal is to get through this love scene and then surprise Johnny with a party. And since Alex is going to be helping with that surprise, then maybe Johnny will feel better about him. And then we can all move forward as friends.

Kumbaya, peace and love.

Exactly.

Yeah, right until the next sex scene.

Okay, love scene, first of all. That’s what I prefer to call it. And second of all, Mama, you’re not helping.

Well, Chanel, darling, I just– you know, I want you to have realistic expectations.

Okay. How am I being unrealistic, Mama? I truly believe that once we have gone through this experience together of Johnny directing, Alex and I acting in this lovescene, then it is just gonna be a million percent easier moving forward.

A million percent?

Yes, a million percent, okay? After we do this, all the weird tension and hurt feelings, that will all be over with. After tomorrow, it is going to be smooth sailing all the way.

What’s it like between Stephanie and me? Mm. Well, as you know, Dad, I was on a pretty low place when I moved back in here. Stephanie kept– she kept me steady. She helped me through the dark times. I just can’t stop thinking about… what it was like when we were together and… how badly I screwed things up, man. I was an idiot. I hurt her very badly. It took us a long time just to get back to a place of being friends again, you know?

Have you had this conversation with Stephanie?

Yeah. Many times. And she agreed that we need to just keep things the way they are.

Except that you are now, as you just described it, sort of, kind of more than friends? [soft dramatic music]

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Well, this morning after we woke up, she ran out of here like the apartment was on fire, after calling the whole thing a mistake.

And do you agree with that, that the whole thing was a mistake?

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Okay, I admit, the idea of getting back together with Alex has crossed my mind. It’s just–it went so horribly the last time. And he and I have been getting along so well recently. I don’t–I don’t want to risk losing that.

Even if you feel something for him?

Yeah, even if I do, because Alex doesn’t feel the same way.

Well, how do you know that? Have you asked him?

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[sighs]

No, I have not asked Alex if he has feelings for me, because first of all, how embarrassing would it be if he says he doesn’t? And second of all, I haven’t forgotten the old Alex. He was a player and a very bad boyfriend.

Well, people change. I mean, he did just get married.

Mm. Yeah, for five minutes. Through no fault of his own, so yeah, I do– I do believe that he has changed. But how much? I mean, this is a guy who has had multiple threesomes. He seems very comfortable with the friends-with-benefits thing. [sighs]

Well, then maybe that’s a good thing, if that’s what you are. [mellow country music]

Except I’m not fine with it. I admit that. I– I don’t know. It’s confusing. And it feels reckless and unfulfilling and just plain wrong. So you know what? As far as I’m concerned, Alex and I are strictly friends from now on. No more sex.

If you say so.

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You know, Dad, I don’t even know if I have a knife sharp enough to carve a pumpkin.

You’re avoiding my question, Alex, which I understand. You’re a grown-ass man. Your love life is none of my business.

Dad, I don’t mind you asking me about it. I really don’t. And I understand why. It’s because you care, and I appreciate that. But the whole thing is moot. Stephanie’s not interested in me like that. So can we please just carve the pumpkin?

Sure.

Thank you.

But you, my friend, are on guts duty.

Oh, no, no. Dad, that’s not fair.

Oh, yes, you are. I bought the pumpkin and dragged it over here. You, because you’re so good at it, you’re gonna get your hands very sticky, and you’re gonna work those guts, and you’re gonna clean that pumpkin.

Oh, my God, okay. All right, I’m on guts duty.

[laughs]

Hey.

Oh, Bonnie, it is so good to see you.

Ooh, back at you, darling.

Oh, and congratulations on being a diva.

[laughs] Well, you know I was always a diva. Just I wasn’t a diva on TV.

Oh, hon, you are now. And I am so sure you are going to be a fan favorite.

Well, that’s the goal. [chuckles]

And you know what? I know you have nothing to do with casting, but–

Nancy, say no more, it would be my pleasure to put in a good word for your beautiful daughter. Oh, honey, it really would be a pleasure. And you know what? This diva is gonna throw her weight around and make sure your daughter gets an audition. Mm-hmm. Whoo!

Whoo-hoo!

All righty, righty, right.

Whoo-hoo! [both laugh]

So what are you gonna do? I mean, apart from drowning your sorrows and telling your deepest secrets to a stranger?

You’re not a stranger. Not anymore.

Well, I guess that’s true. Still, you can’t hole up in this bar forever.

No, I can’t. That would get very old, very fast. In fact, it already is– [clears throat] Getting old, actually. Except for your company.

Well, thanks. Johnny, you can’t let your wife keep cheating on you while you act like nothing’s wrong. That’s gonna eat you up inside.

It already is.

Mama, no, I am the one who asked you to dinner.

Stop. Now, it is my pleasure to treat you. And from what I’ve heard, celebrities never pay for anything.

You know what? I’ve heard that too. [both chuckle] You know it’s too bad I wasn’t on a soap opera when you cut off all my credit cards.

Oh, well, Chanel, honey, you have grown up a lot since then. I mean, look at you. You’re not only a wonderful wife, you’re a successful entrepreneur and an actress.

Mm-hmm, with an amazing mother who is also a wonderful wife, and– hold on, drum roll, please– the mayor of this fine city. [both chuckle]

Oh, honey, we both have a lot to be proud of and grateful for, don’t we?

Yes. Yes, we sure do. All right, well, now I should be heading home.

Oh.

Mwah. I want to be well-rested, and not only for those scenes that I’ll be shooting tomorrow, but also for the big surprise. [both chuckling]

You’re right. I do have to confront my wife sooner rather than later.

Tonight?

No. Not tonight. [sultry jazz music]

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