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 What in the hell was that for? One minute you’re offering me a glass of wine and the next minute you’re throwing it in my face? What’s going on? I know, Chad. You, you know what? I know you went behind my back and warned Alex to stay away from me.

Sorry, Chad. So much for a gentleman’s agreement. Good. You’re still here. Hey, Dad. What’s up? Oh, you weren’t answering your phone. But your office said that you were here for a meeting. Oh, so you’re tracking me down. It’s got to be urgent. It is. It’s about your Uncle Vic.

Do

you have to do that here? Those tubes are unpleasant. The nail polish… I’m sorry, Maggie. I, I just, I thought you were out. I just got back from Chicago. Chicago? Mm hmm. I paid Sarah a quick visit. How, how, how was she when you saw her? There’s no need to dance around the pregnant elephant in the room, Bonnie. I know my daughter’s having a baby.

Your mom knows you’re pregnant? Mm hmm. She popped in for a surprise visit to find out why I hadn’t told her that you and I are back together, supposedly. Let me guess, we have Bonnie to thank for that one. We do indeed. Did Bonnie tell her everything? No, surprisingly. She kept the pregnancy to herself. My mom took one look at me and that was that.

What did you say? I tried to make her believe it was yours,

but she saw right through me. She knows the baby is Xander’s. Damn it, Rex. What am I going to do? Okay, look. I don’t know what you’re so worried about. You think she’s just going to run over there and tell him? No. I mean, she, she promised that she would keep my secret. But what if it just, what if she changes her mind?

What if it just slips out? Look, your mom said that she’d keep your secret. I’m sure you could trust her. Too many people know, Rex. It’s just a matter of time before somebody blabs to Xander, and once they do, then there’s nothing I can do to stop him from being a part of my child’s life. Actually, there is.

You can marry me.

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

No, dad. I just talked to Kristen. Yeah. Brady had to bring Rachel back to her just like the court ordered. I know. He must be really suffering. No, I’m not giving up on his case. Not by a long shot. Listen, we are gonna get through all of this like we always do, as a family. I love you, too. That sounded ominous.

Hey, you. Hey, sorry, I didn’t mean to eavesdrop. Oh, no, it’s okay. So, something going on with your family? Uh, yeah. Brady was forced to give Rachel back to Kristen.

Oh, cheer up, matey. Basic black stock price can’t be that bad, can it? Sandra, don’t take this the wrong way, but you are literally the last person I want to share oxygen with right now, okay? Oh. Pretty sure I know what this is about. Do you? Yeah. And, believe it or not, you have my sympathies. Really? Yeah. I mean, I don’t know how you’re even coping right now.

Must have been devastating for you to find out that Chloe and I are getting hitched.

I’m so sorry, Maggie. I really wanted to tell you about Sarah’s pregnancy, but she swore me to secrecy. Yeah, I’m sure she did. Look, I’m just glad she came clean with you finally. Well, she didn’t have a choice. I mean, I’m afraid the truth is obvious. She must be ready to pop by now, huh? Well, um, not quite. But this is good news, right?

Uh huh. I mean, another grandbaby for you and Victor? And I know he’s not your favorite person, but Rex will make a great daddy. Save it, Bonnie. When I said I know everything, I meant everything. Everything? Everything. Including Xander. Being the father of my unborn grandchild.

I mean, that is what you’re so obsessed about, right? You heard that I asked Chloe to marry me. No. No. Not why I’m upset. I’m upset because I lost custody of my daughter to Kristen. Oh, well. Well, that is a kick in the bollocks, isn’t it? Yeah, Xander, to put it mildly, it is. And by the way, please tell me you’re joking.

About what? You and Chloe. There’s no way she’s gonna marry you. Oh no, I’m dead serious about that. Yeah, I mean, might have jumped the gun a little bit on the announcement. Chloe’s mulling over my proposal. Mull? Okay, that means she didn’t say yes. I’m giving her space to decide. But I have no doubt, cousin, I fully intend to meet Chloe Lane, Chloe Cooke.

Oh my god, poor Brady. How is he doing? I mean, that’s a stupid question. He must be horrified. Yeah, he is. So, full custody? Full custody. I think he’s gonna need a lot of support dealing with all of this. I hope he can count on you. What do you mean, Belle? You know that… Brady and I aren’t together anymore, right?

What? Yeah, I mean, you guys are still friends, right? I mean, you’ve been in each other’s lives forever. Yeah, but I’m with Xander now, and Brady hasn’t exactly been supportive of our relationship. Well, can you blame him? I mean, no offense, but Xander’s a criminal and a total loser. Wow. Why would I take offense at that?

Oh, come on, Chloe. You know it’s true. You can’t compare what you had with my brother to whatever this is going on with Xander. You don’t know anything about our relationship. Well, I know that he’s not capable of making any type of real commitment. Oh, really? Is that why he just asked me to marry him?

You’re not serious. Us. Get married. Oh, I’ve already offered to parent this child. And look, if we’re married, I will legally be the father of him or her and I’ll automatically be on the birth certificate. Yeah, but a simple DNA test will prove that it’s Xander’s. Yeah, if it comes to that. Which it very well might.

Okay, so what if it is, what court in America is going to award Xander Cook parental rights? A convicted felon versus, versus two upstanding doctors? Rex, this isn’t about some hypothetical custody battle. Oh, look, you already said. That it might come to that. I think, well, We have to face the fact that Xander is eventually going to find out.

I mean, your mom is married to his uncle for one thing. Yeah,

that is going to be a part of this child’s life. And Bonnie, and Justin, they’re not just going to go away. And Sarah, can you really see yourself never coming back to Salem just to keep this child a secret from Xander?

No. No, Salem is my home. I want my child to know where we come from.

Rex, I’m just… I’m not sure that you and I getting married is the answer. It’s okay. Because I’m sure enough for the both of us.

Well, what do you have to say for yourself? Look, I was just… I was just coming… Okay, listen. I was just coming home to tell you myself. Easy to say now that you’re busted. Okay, you know what? If you would just let me explain. I mean, We had a gentleman’s agreement, first of all. A gentleman’s agreement? That’s what you’re upset about?

You’re actually pissed off at Alex? Steph. Alex isn’t the bad guy here, Chad. You are. Him and I, we had discussion. He promised not to say anything. And obviously he was lying so he could wait for the right moment to make me look bad, which he has. Oh, you don’t need anyone’s help to look bad. And for your information, Alex didn’t rat you out willingly, I had to drag it out of him.

Yeah, okay. It’s the truth, Chad. Alex kept making up excuses for why he and I couldn’t work together on Basic Black’s project with Yuri, until I finally forced him to admit that you told him to stay away from me, or else, whatever that means. He was willing to blow a business deal to protect you. God, Chad, where the hell do you get off making decisions about who I spend my time with?

Just let me explain myself for a minute. Explain what? You do realize that Alex’s jealousy over my friendship with you is what ruined our relationship? Yes. And now you’re doing the same thing. What’s next? You gonna start looking through my phone? Turning it off so that we’re not interrupted? No, stop. I would never do that, Stephanie.

I’m not so sure. Okay, look, I am sorry. I’m sorry. I was out of line. Okay, but I, I, I, and, and I should have never listened to EJ’s stupid advice. EJ? You’re listening to your brother’s advice on relationships? Yeah, okay, I’m sorry. I was frustrated and I was feeling insecure. Insecure? When have I ever made you feel insecure?

What the hell is going on with you, Chad?

Look, it’s, it’s one thing to pretend you’re the father to help me out of a jam with Bonnie, but… Merit? Rex, that is a lifelong commitment. That’s all I’ve heard.

What about Emily? Are you kidding me? She’s always begging Mimi and me to give her a sibling. I mean, she’d be thrilled to be a big sister.

What about you? Me? Yeah. How do you feel about this? Just turning your entire life upside down to help me out. Turning my whole life upside down? No. No, Sarah. I wouldn’t turn my life upside down at all. Being with you. Being married. To you. Nothing. Nothing would make me happier than that.

I’d never, never stop loving you. And I never will.

You’re delusional. Chloe’s never gonna marry a man like you, ever. You’re delusional to think that it can’t happen. Chloe and I are great together. We’re compatible in every conceivable way. Much more than you two ever were. You have no business saying that at all. You’ve known her for what, like five minutes?

Yeah, and I’ve already made her happier than you ever did. And besides, if Gwen can get married to Eurotrash Von Poser and Sarah can go back to Dr. Boring Rex Brady, what’s so preposterous about Chloe and me time now? Okay, so that’s what this is all about. What? You’re not rushing to propose to Chloe because you love her.

You want to marry my ex so you can stick it to yours.

Xander proposed to you? He did. Yes. And you turned him down flat, right? Actually, no. Chloe, seriously? But I told him we both need to think about whether marriage is the best next step for us. Spoiler alert. It’s not. And you’re so sure about that? Why? Oh my god, Chloe, are you really asking me that? Yeah, I’m asking you that.

Xander and I have gotten really close, and I care about him a lot. Chloe, you and I have known each other since high school, and you have made some really great decisions, but you have also made some really bad ones, and if you say yes to Xander Cook, this is definitely going to end up in that latter category.

You know, why are you being like this, Belle? I mean, if the man makes me happy, then Oh, no. I want you to be happy. You know that. But you’re talking about a huge commitment to a guy who is as screwed up and dishonorable as they come. Oh, always look at me. Look at me. Are you really telling me that you could actually see yourself as the future?

Mrs. Xander Cook.

So Aunt Maggie is throwing a welcome home party for Uncle Vic. Yes. He’s on his way back from visiting Bo. Hope you can make it. Does Aunt Maggie know that you’re inviting me? Yes. Mm-hmm. . She specifically said she wanted you to be there. And what about Uncle Vic? Is he gonna want me there? Why wouldn’t he? I mean, Daddy probably isn’t that happy right now that I’m working for Brady.

Basic blank is a subsidiary of DiMera. There’s nothing the old man hates quite as much as DiMera. Which means I am clearly a traitor. No, no, look, Uncle Dick is hurting. He got Bo back to only possibly lose him again. So tonight is all about coming together. Has a whole family for him. Brady’s been invited.

So I’m hoping the three of you can put aside your corporate warfare for one night. Where have I heard that before? Please son, do it for me. Your Uncle Vic is not getting any younger. All right. I’ll be there. I’m gonna kick out on you. Oh, I mean, hey, it’s gotta be better than going back to my place. At least I have a dinner at the house.

I won’t be having any random run ins with Chad. What’s going on with you and Chad? I didn’t mean to, but I think I may have just torpedoed his relationship with Stuffy.

Okay, you know what? The truth, Alex, has been getting under my skin for a long time now. By doing what? By doing what? Are you serious, Steph? I’m He’s always popping into our lives. He’s he’s joining us on our date. He’s always showing up to our damn door shirtless. Okay, if you were intending to give him hell, the way you apparently did, to basically exile him from our apartment and our lives, you should have talked to me about it.

How? I didn’t want to put you in a difficult position. So instead you went behind my back and tried to manipulate my life. Yeah. Okay, I realize that was a mistake now. It’s a little late, don’t you think? Steph, I’m sorry. I know that I was being a possessive jerk. And I know that you broke up with Alex because he did something just like that.

Can you forgive me?

Or are we done too?

I’m not breaking up with you, Chad. You and I made a commitment. Not just to each other, but to your kids.

There’s a limit to what I’ll put up with.

So I need to know that you trust me. And, if I ever give you any reason not to… You need to come to me and talk to me about it so that we can work through it together. And not go behind my back and try to control me. Do you think you can do that?

Okay, Henderson said Victor’s and loaded. Coke is hard at work at a traditional Greek menu. We’re all good. Well, thanks for checking on that for me. Of course, Maggie. Of course. But I have to say, you don’t seem like you’re much in a partying mood. Oh, Bonnie, I’m eager to welcome Victor home. Honest. I’m just thrown by Sarah’s pregnancy and her determination to keep it from Xander.

My God, he has a right to know that he’s gonna be a father. Yeah, the guy kidnapped me. Had me jumping at shadows for months, but even I agree. Justin, too. Justin knows about the baby. I didn’t mean to tell him, it just kind of slipped out. I’m not the best at keeping secrets. This is going to be one big powder keg.

He thinks Andrew’s going to go kaboom when he finds out his family knew about the baby and didn’t tell him about it, right? Oh, that’s the least of about my daughter and the baby. Nothing good ever comes from these kinds of lies.

I mean, I don’t know why it should surprise me, I mean, you told me that you still cared about me, I think a year ago? Yeah, yeah, it was the night that Abigail died. Right,

I just, uh, I just thought you got over me. Over you. No. Never. Sarah, ruining our marriage is… It’s one of the biggest regrets of my entire life, and… I know you, you… You weren’t exactly looking to get back together with me, but this baby… Our, our baby…

This is a chance for me to… To fix something that never should have been broken.

And to show you that you have my heart.

You always will.

That is, if you’ll let me.

Have you fallen off the wagon again, Brady? You’re not making any sense. No, I’m making perfect sense. I’ve never been more sober. I understand the only reason why you want to marry Chloe is because every other woman in your life… It’s had a good sense to run away from you. Oh, I’ll be sure to let Chloe know that you think that she’s too dumb to recognize when she’s being lied to.

I’m sure Chloe’s already on to you. Look, my proposal has nothing to do with Gwen or Sarah. I love Chloe. I want to marry her. Spend the rest of our lives together. Maybe even have a couple of kids together. No. Uh, no. She will never have kids with you. You know, this just sounds like the saddest of graves coming from you, Brady.

Probably because you’ve only ever succeeded in knocking up two women wholly unsuitable to be mothers. Hey, hey. Don’t talk about my children, Xander. I wasn’t talking about your children. I was talking about their mothers. Never disparage your kids or anyone else’s, but point taken. I’ll make sure that your name is left off the guest list.

Right, by the way, we should probably start heading over to the mansion for… Uncle Victor’s homecoming soirée.

You forgot, didn’t you? What a doting, devoted grandson. I’ve been a little preoccupied handing my daughter over to a sociopath, okay? Yeah, we all have our crosses to bear, I suppose. But hey! If Chloe accepts my proposal, maybe we can all celebrate Victor’s return home? And my pending nuptials.

Do I really need to rattle off all of Xander’s crimes for you to come to your senses? I am fully aware of who Xander is and what he’s done. Okay, great, so you’re just cool with the fact that he shot my mom? No, of course not! But that was a really long time ago. Oh. I didn’t know there was a statute of limitations on something like that.

Okay, well then let’s just stick to this more recent crime, shall we? Are we really doing this? What? You don’t want to talk about the fact that Xander’s responsible for Susan Banks death? Susan is dead because Ava Vitale drove them both off of a cliff. And Xander works for Ava. And kidnapped Susan and Bonnie.

And he feels horrible about that. He should feel horrible. He should also be in prison. You know, his guilty conscience isn’t going to bring EJ’s mom back. We’ve all done things that we’re not proud of. But Xander has changed. Wow. I wonder how many times he’s said that. You know, you should probably call Sarah Horton and ask her about Xander promising to be a better man.

Oh, wow. Okay, you know what, this conversation is over. No, wait, wait, wait. Just, listen. This is what best friends are for, okay? We’re supposed to tell each other the hard truths. And, you know what, sometimes best friends just stand by each other. Even when one of us knows the other one is making a huge mistake?

What about you? What about me? Didn’t I stand by you when you went off screwing EJ?

Are you sure you didn’t violate the terms of this so called gentleman’s agreement on purpose? I can see why you would think that, Dad, but no, I was really trying to keep this to myself. All right. Fine. So it wasn’t intentional. But… But what? Isn’t there a part of you that wants another chance with Stephanie?

I’d be lying to you if I told you I was completely over her, but… I really was trying to move on then. Except that you are now living across the hall from her. But you can’t be easy. No, no, no. And I admit I haven’t been the best about keeping my distance. Just at the dating scene here in Salem, Dad, it’s brutal.

It’s like everybody knows one another, or everybody’s afraid of being the next person at the lady whistleblower column, you know, some write up. I mean, yeah, I can call in like a late night sneaky link if I need to, but… Wait, what? Sneak a link? What’s

that? That, you know, Don’t worry about it. Never mind. Did you just… Okay, Boomer, I didn’t mean to do that. I didn’t. Just be happy you’re not single, alright? Trust me. I thank God every day for Bonnie. Yeah, well, you’re a lucky man. It’s a war out in that field. Don’t tell me you’re letting your ill fated evening with Melinda Trask discourage you from dating.

No, no, no, no, no. I just need to keep working on myself. You know, and then maybe, hopefully, attract the right kind of woman into my life. There you go. That’s all you can do. Yeah. Now, what do you say we go back home and get ready to welcome Uncle Vic back? Sure. I could use something to celebrate.

Steph, I swear to you that I will never, ever again go behind your back. And I will never, ever again try to handle you or control you in any way. Whoever you want to work with or be friends with is, is completely up to you. Not me. I know that. I honestly don’t even know what the hell I was thinking. You weren’t.

You were listening to EJ. Yeah. WWSD. What was that? EJ’s stupid advice. WWSD. What would, um, What would Steve not do? You’re not serious. I mean, paid it literally. Chad, by all accounts, your father was… I’m not somebody to emulate. Especially when it comes to relationships. Even Kristen knew it was all going to blow up in my face.

Then why didn’t you, Chad? I mean, I, I love what we’ve built together. You’re, you’re everything I could have asked for in a partner and, and I feel like I’ve been the same for you. Yeah, you have. And then some. So then why? Why be so petty? Why deceive me?

Because I was scared. Scared of Alex? No.

Scared of, uh, of losing you. And scared of you deciding that maybe all of this was just… Was too much me. My baggage to kids living together. Did I ever give you any reason to be scared? No.

Steph, you’re not just some random girlfriend. You’re the first woman I have let myself have feelings for since I have you. And I’m absolutely terrified of it all going away. Again.

So now you’re just trying to hurt me. No, I’m just pointing out that it’s very hypocritical of you to be so hard on Xander. So, I’m a hypocrite. You’re standing here throwing Xander’s sins in my face, and what about you? You left your marriage to go shack up with E. J. DiMera of all people. Okay. First of all, Sean and I were separated at the time, and you were very supportive when I told you that E.

J. and I were seeing each other. Yeah, because unlike you, I don’t judge my friends. Oh, my God. Chloe, I’m just trying to help you. I don’t want your help! Yeah, well… You wanna do this? Let’s do this. You talked about Xander shooting your mom. What about EJ? He shot your dad. And let’s not even mention all the awful things he did to your own sister.

Well, I am not here defending EJ. And I’m not here to defend Xander. But you’re considering marrying him. Chloe, I, uh, I am just trying to keep you from throwing your life away on a guy who doesn’t deserve you. Look, I, I appreciate your concern, but… I’m a grown ass woman. I can make my own decisions about my love life, and I would appreciate it if you were a friend, and you’d respect me as an adult.

Okay, you’re right. You’re right, Chloe. But if Xander steps out of line, even one time, you’re gonna be there to say I told you so? No. I’m gonna be there to help you kick his ass from here to Scotland. Okay, deal. Come here.

Listen, I do appreciate you caring about me, alright? Of course. I love you. I love you too. Okay, I gotta go. Right. Oh, and tell Sean congrats on the promotion to police commissioner. Yeah, will do. And if you happen to see Brady, will you tell him I’m so sorry about Rachel? I will.

Oh, Brady, I’m so sorry about Rachel. I can’t believe anyone would give full custody to Kristen. Yeah, me neither. I’m sure Maggie can understand that’s why I’m not really up for a big family gathering tonight. Are you sure? I mean, it might be nice to be around family. I just don’t need Grandfather reminding me of how I shouldn’t have been involved with Kristen in the first place.

Or Xander bragging about his possible engagement. Engagement? Xander? Yeah, you didn’t hear? Oh, Xander has proposed to Chloe. I’m here. Let the festivities commence. Uh, well, I should be going, Brady. Um, I’ll make your excuses to Victor. And listen, if you change your mind, um, we’re here. Good luck tonight.

The golden grandson isn’t attending? What a shame.

Rex, you know that I care about you, but… Marriage is a huge step. Yeah, one we’ve taken before. That ended well, didn’t it? Okay, yeah, but I think we’re a little older and wiser. Well, older at least. I think we both know what it takes to make a marriage work.

You’re serious about this, aren’t you? More serious than I’ve ever been in my life.

I don’t know what to say. I’ll help you out.

Dr. Sarah Horton, say that you’ll marry me. It may be the happiest husband and father to be on the planet.

Well, if it isn’t everyone’s least favorite clown. Hello Bonnie, lovely evening isn’t it? You seem chipper. Why wouldn’t I be? Love is in the air, Uncle Victor’s on his way home from far away adventures, like Odysseus himself. How’ve you been? Well, I haven’t seen any homicidal bozos lately, so that’s a plus.

Bygones, Bonnie, bygones.

Xander, I need to talk to you. Okay, what about? Um. Hello, Kiriakises! Hi! Hey, everybody. Hey, Justin, how’s my favorite cousin doing? No offense, Alex. None taken. You know what I’m gonna do? I’m gonna call the airfield because I think Victor’s plane should have landed by now. Okay. Hey, Auntie Meg. Hello, Alex. I’m glad you’re here.

I’m sure your uncle will be very pleased to see you. Yeah, Dad told me he’s been really down lately, just with everything going on with Bo. He has, yes, but I think with all the family here tonight, that’s gonna help. So, um, what do you say that you and I put aside our differences? For Victor. For Victor. Oh!

Thank you.

Chad, I’m not gonna lie. Our relationship does come with a lot of responsibility.

I mean, we have so much fun together. But I understand the stakes. I would never take lightly how important this is for you and for Thomas and Charlotte. I loved Abigail too. I wouldn’t have allowed myself to fall for you if I wasn’t in this for the long haul. I know. You should know that you are in no danger of losing me.

Not to Alex Kiriakis. Or any other rando who shows up at our door without a shirt on. You… You… Are the only man I want to be

with.

So… You want me to make it up to you by… Making one of my famous dinners?

Maybe later.

Coming.

Brady. Hey. Can I come in? Yeah, of course.

Listen, I heard about what happened with Rachel. I’m so sorry. Is there anything that I can do?

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Hey. Hey. Great weather today, huh? Wish it were like this all the time. Yeah, I know, right? I’ll see you. Uh, um, I almost forgot. I finished that book that you said you wanted to read. The one on time management. You can come by later and pick it up.

I want you to stop showing up at my doorstep without your shirt on. Stop bringing over dinner. Stop coming by to shoot the breeze. Just stop. That’s okay. I’ll probably never read it anyway. See ya. Oh. Okay. Guess I’ll see you later then.

Oh, get this. According to our friend Lady Whistleblower, Alex Kiriakis moved in across the hall from Stephanie and Chad. Seriously? Mm hmm. Crazy, right? Can you imagine? How awkward? Living across the hall from your ex. No, I mean, you’re seriously talking to me about a gossip column right now? Well, what should I be talking to you about?

I don’t know. How about the fact that… Acting Mayor Rawlings, Gage John Brady, your job.

Hmm. I’m so glad they lifted your suspension. But what are we, uh, doing in Rafe’s office? Actually, it’s not Rafe’s office anymore. It’s mine. What, what are you talking about? It’s official. I’m the new commissioner.

There you are. There I am. Just packing Rachel up so she can leave home for good. How soon before you have to go? About an hour. I’ve got to be at Kristen’s place where I’m supposed to drop her off. Sorry, kid. I still can’t believe that they gave that woman full custody. It’s a real nightmare. Not really, Dad, because in a nightmare, you usually wake up and things are back to normal, but because of that judge’s damn decision, nothing’s ever gonna be normal again.

Beautiful night, huh? That it is. And I have some wonderful news. Well, whatever it is, it can’t compete with my amazing news. Maybe it can. I asked Nicole to marry me. Nope. Can’t hold a candle to mine. You see, my precious daughter is coming home tonight to live with me for good.

You guys make these cards on your own? Yep. Yeah? Well, that is some very high level professional stuff. Hey. Oh, your, uh, your cousin Rachel’s gonna feel very welcome in her new home.

Oh, we made! Ooh! Let me see those. Wow! Stellar work, huh? There is no way you guys made these on your own. We did. Oh, my God. Well, I’m very impressed. They’re making them. They’re, um, gonna give them to Rachel. They’re having a sleepover. It’s her first night in the house. So Kristen got full custody, huh? Yeah.

Yeah. Yeah. It all works in mysterious ways, doesn’t it?

Why don’t you, uh, why don’t you kids go grab your stuff? We’ll leave here in, like, ten minutes, okay?

Poor Brady. Yeah.

Hey, have you seen Alex today? No, why? Well, I just ran into him in the hallway and he was kind of standoffish. More than standoffish. Actually. He totally blew me off. Any idea why,

like Sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

Yeah. I, I I don’t know why Alex would blow you off. Yeah. Maybe just had a bad day at work. Hmm. Maybe. But it was weird. It was like he. It really didn’t want to engage. It barely looked at me.

Uh oh. Change of plans. Something wrong? No, it’s good. Actually, um, I’ve been asked to come pitch a marketing plan for a new venture. It’s a little last minute, but it would be a really big account to land. Go! Well, I really wanted to be at the house with you and the kids. No, we’ll be fine. We’ll see, see you back here once they’re settled.

Okay. Yeah? Yeah. You’re very understanding, which is one of the many reasons that you are an excellent boyfriend.

So, what are you gonna? You, are you gonna pretend that you think it’s a good thing for us to go off on a choice. There’s no way in hell I’m gonna make an enemy out of my sister.

Yeah, I could just see you were bursting at the seams with excitement that I’m getting full custody of my darling daughter. What did you do, blackmail the judge? No, I didn’t have to lift a finger. No, I hardly believe that. It’s the truth. You see, when Brady pulled that gun on me… Ah, I thought I got a shot at shared custody, but I won the jackpot.

Well, uh, congratulations, I suppose. Wait, were you being sincere? I’m a parent. And I will be again soon. I know how painful it is to be separated from your child. I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy. Actually, I would. I just wouldn’t wish it on my own sister. Aw, thank you, E. J. I know that means a lot to me.

Plus, plus, you’d be that sanctimonious bastard at his own game. And that delights me to no end. Yes.

You know what I love most about being Rachel’s dad right now? Is that she’s so grown up in a lot of ways, dad. She’s, she’s reading these books, we should talk. But at the same time, she will not go anywhere without her dolly. You know? Yeah, I remember a time when she left it behind in a hotel room in Florida.

Oh yeah, I remember. I raced back. From the airport, and I had to dive into that dumpster to find her, and uh, Rachel was crying, but there she was. There she was. She, uh, I found little Lulu. It’s what we dads do. You’re damn, you’re damn right. That’s what we dads do. I’m sorry, kid. the one.

I’m the one that knows what her best interests are. I’m the one that knows what to do when she wakes up in the middle of the night. I know what to do when she’s scared and when she’s alone. I’m the one that knows how to soothe her, you know? No one tells how much you love your daughter. Except that judge.

She made a terrible mistake. Yeah, well, you know what? I made a mistake, too. Because I went over there with a gun, and I stuck it in Kristen’s face. And I gave the court every reason that they needed to give Rachel to Kristen. I know that you’re blaming yourself right now, but still, it’s just not fair. Dad, you’re, you’re, yeah.

Yeah, it’s not fair. How can anyone in the world think that Kristen’s influence would be good for any kid? And now there’s nothing I can… Do about it. They’ve backed you into a corner, and I’m sure that you would do almost anything to fix it, right? That’s right. Like, maybe buy a car online with an out of state registry so you can whisk your daughter out of town under the cover of darkness?

That’s a solid plan, Dad. I wish I’d thought of that one. Like you did. In fact, you’re going to put that plan in motion within an hour’s time. Wait, hold on, hold on. You think because I… No, I know this because you made a mistake and used the Wi Fi in this house to buy that car. What? What the hell are you even know, I should have warned you beforehand.

Because of my work with Blackpatch, this joint is wired with sophisticated software most people don’t even know about. Spyware and it’s programmed to send me an alert when there’s unusual activity. I’m buying a car in Texas and shipping it to Salem is unusual activity. Dad, you’re spying on me. I’m unintentionally not.

Okay. Well, you’re wa you’re off on this one, dad. Okay. You’re right. I was looking at a car. I’ve been looking, I’ve been looking for that car for a long time. Found it online. I jumped. Yeah. Right. And you had it delivered to a remote garage on the outskirts of town here instead of, well, let’s see. Here, where you live.

Now you’re following me. Dad, come on. So you’re gonna get a head start taking Rachel out of here in a car nobody knows about. You’re probably gonna be several states away before anybody figures out what’s going on here. You know, initially, it’s a pretty smart plan, I’ll give you

that. Not smart enough to fool you, though,

huh? Unlucky.

Alright, Dad, now that you know, are you gonna try to stop me?

Okay, um, I admit I was surprised when I found out that Rawlings gave Sean my job, but no one wants to hear me complain about it. You’re allowed to vent. You’re allowed to be upset. Vent? What am I going to vent about? I broke the rules. And Sean didn’t? His situation was totally different than mine. Well, except he is the reason why Rawlings even knew about you and I in the first place.

Yeah, but he didn’t do it intentionally. But still, he’s gotta hurt that he’s the one that got your job. Huh. Okay. Are you trying to make me snap right now? No, no, no, no. Listen, I am just trying to help you be more honest about your feelings. Okay. Okay. Okay. Alright, fine. I admit it. Alright? It stinks. A lot.

And I hate it. But, they were, I mean it was gonna suck, no matter who they gave my job to, they were always gonna give it to somebody. Yeah, but, why Sean? Well, who else should they have given it to? I don’t know. How about me?

Oh, I don’t understand. You’re the new commissioner? How? I came back to work today because my suspension was up, and, uh, next thing you know, I’ve got the acting mayor wanting me to take over for Rafe. And you just said yes? No, no, of course not. No, I, I, no, I turned him down. I even said that I think that Rafe is still the right man for the job.

Then he made it very clear that that’s never gonna happen, and then I suggested that Jada be the commissioner. And what did Rawlings say to that? He said that Jada was implicated just like Rafe was. And then he said if I don’t take the job, that he wouldn’t let me come back as detective. So, it’s either this or nothing.

Wait, do you think I should have walked away?

There is my favorite niece and nephew. They can’t be your favorites, they’re my favorites. They can be both of your favorites.

Yes, you Thank you, thank you, thank you for coming just tonight. I mean, Rachel’s gonna be so happy to see the two of you. When is she getting here? Well, she’s gonna get here very, very soon. And guess what I did? I remodeled the bedroom. And, uh, it has bunk beds. Would you two like to see it? Yes. Yeah? Yeah. All right, go ahead.

Report back to me, though, okay? Okay. All right, I’m gonna give you two the grand tour.

So, Kirsten got full custody, huh? Yes, and she swears she didn’t even bribe the judge. Go figure. Go figure. You know, um, Took your advice. Oh, yeah. Talked to Alex. You confronted him. I did. Told him in no uncertain terms to back off. And? And it’s painful.

It is good to see you again, my man. You too. Is Brady joining us? No, no, not tonight. He’s got some personal things he has to take care of. But I’m going to fill him in on everything later. He’s still on board with that, right? Totally. Yeah. Man, he’s a… Excited as I am about your collab with Basic Black. It’s finally nearing the launch date.

Okay, we’re gonna make some money together. I like the sound of that. But there are some important things that we have to have in place first. Such as? Marketing. PR. I’ve already thought about that. Um… You know, I think it would be prudent to bring on an outside consultant. Yeah, definitely. I mean, I’ll start looking for some candidates as well.

Oh, no, no, no. You don’t need to do that, actually. I took care of that already. I actually got the best in the business. She’s, uh, on her way. She’s on her way here? Yeah. Oh. Here she is now. Ah. Ah.

This is the project he wanted to see me about. Well, I told you we’d work on several projects, assuming that this one works out alright. Basic black. Basic black. You know, the two of you have worked together with great success in the past, and that gives me confidence. Yeah, well, um… I’d like you to oversee Stephanie’s role.

She’s the best in the business. You two don’t mind working closely together, do you? Of course not. It’ll be great. No. I’m sorry, this can’t happen.

I was firm, I was assertive, and uh, you know, I told Alex what’s what. WWSD. Well, no, I wouldn’t say I acted like a father, but he heard me, and he agreed to back off. He’s kept up his end of the agreement? Been some. Apparently Stephanie ran into him in the hallway and, uh, basically blew her off. Barely spoke to her.

How did she feel about that? She was confused. She’s unaware that you delivered the warning. I mean, I really don’t like, you know, keeping things from her, but in this case, I think it’s best. You know, soon he’ll be out of our lives, and she’ll barely know he’s gone. Thanks to my stellar advice. You’re welcome, brother.

Wow, leave it up to a couple of moronic men to come up with the worst plan ever. What are you talking about? What am I talking about? I heard what you did, Chad. And it is going to backfire on you spectacularly. You know that, right?

You wanted my job? No, I’m not saying that I wanted your job. I’m just saying that, if Rawlings was going to give it to somebody, why couldn’t it have been me? Right. Yeah. I hear you. Listen, you’re a great cop, and I’m sure you’d make an even better commissioner. Thank you for saying that. It’s true. Now that I think of it, I don’t understand why Rawlings didn’t offer you the job.

Well, I have an idea. What? Being a woman of color in this male dominated industry… You know, yet again, I have to see a flawed white guy just march up and get the job that I’m qualified for. And, and I’m not saying that Sean is not a great detective, and I’m not saying that he doesn’t have seniority over me.

But, but what I’m saying is that… I mean, the guy just got busted for drinking on the job. Yeah. Well, not to mention the fact that you’ve been in the center of our major investigations over the last six months. Exactly. And, and, and Sean just comes in and, and, and comes into his first new day on the job and where does he get?

He gets a shiny new job in a shiny new office. Looks like I’m not the one who needed to vent. Okay, I’ll stop. I sound bitter. I sound petty. No. No. You’re neither of those things.

It’s just… Did I tell you? Did I tell you how this happened at my last job? What, that you got passed up for a promotion? You know, they’ve never had a person of color in the higher echelon. And you know, that record is still intact. That is wrong in so many damn ways.

I mean, you know, it’s not Sean’s fault. It’s not, you know, I don’t blame him. He did actually decline the job and he even recommended me. But still, I just, I can’t help but just feel a bit upset that he, he comes in and he’s at the right place, the right time, the right skin tone.

I send it. Rafe was a really popular commissioner. Everyone really loved him. Yeah, he was a great boss. But, you didn’t answer my question. Do you think I should have turned it down? I think that even if Rafe wasn’t a part of this, that I would have some reservations about you taking this on. Why? Because, Sean, you’re still in a really fragile place, you know?

You’ve really been struggling with everything since what happened with your dad. Yeah, of course I’ve been struggling. I almost killed my own father. Okay, but you’re making great progress with my mom. But even you would have to admit there’s still a ways to go. So you think the job is too much for me? I think that you can handle anything that the world throws at you.

And I also think that you’re the strongest person I’ve ever met. I don’t want you to think that I’m doubting you. Listen, I get it, Belle. You’re afraid that I’m going to relapse. You’re afraid that I’m going to start drinking again. Yeah, I am. Well, I mean, I am too. But, but come on, I mean, isn’t that a good thing?

That means that I’m, I’m never gonna let my guard down. Not even for a second. Look, I understand the responsibilities that come with this job. I’ve had three family members serve in this office honorably. And they’re all going to be very proud of you. I know I am. But you have your doubts. And that is understandable.

I mean, believe me, I’ve, I’ve got mine too. Yeah, but what if this challenge is what I need to, to, to finally heal and to, to start believing in myself again?

Listen, you do not need to prove yourself to me. I hope you know that. I believe in you more than anyone else. Does that mean that you’re on board? I think that if you want to do this, you are going to be the best Commissioner Brady there ever was.

Son, I have a feeling that if I were to try to stop you, I would wind up unconscious on the floor here, and you would still take off with your daughter. Well, then it seems you understand how determined I am to protect my little girl. And I understand that there is only one person who can stop you from doing this on that issue.

You think I’m making a big mistake? Let me tell you how this works. You know, in the eyes of the cops here, You’re going to be a kidnapper, so they’re going to throw out an Amber Alert and all that kind of stuff. But what I’m most worried about is Kristen. You think she’s going to let you take off with her daughter?

She has unlimited resources. That means you will never not be on the run. I understand that. Do you really? Do you? Do you understand it’s going to be you and Rachel constantly looking over your shoulder or you won’t be able to settle down anywhere? That’s got to be better than doing nothing, Dad. I got to do something.

I got to, I got to act. Okay, so you’re backed into a corner. Think about the corner you’re gonna back Rachel into. She’ll never be able to see her friends again. She’ll never be able to see her family again. Dad, don’t, don’t, don’t! There’s no life for a little girl! What, you think she’s gonna thank you for that?

I’m telling you, son, her day’s gonna come… when she’s gonna hate you for

that. Dad, listen to me. Believe me. I’ve, I’ve, I’ve, I’ve thought about all of this. I’ve gone through every scenario in my head. It’s not going to be easy to be on the run. It is going to be a challenge to make Rachel understand. But think about the alternative, okay? I don’t like her living in that house any more than you do.

It’s not the house, Dad. It’s the fact that Kristen’s going to be poisoning her head every day. And she’s going to turn her against me, you, Marlena, everyone else. She’s smart. She knows that we love her. But how long is that going to last with Kristen being able to turn her against us every second of every day?

Dad, she needs me. Running isn’t the only option here. What you do is you stay here and you fight. I could lose. I don’t want to lose. You keep fighting. You fight until you get that judgment overturned. Listen, the time’s going to come. You’re going to be able to prove that you’re the better person, that you’re the better parent.

Yeah, but in the meantime, Kristen is just going to be pulling Rachel closer, and she’s going to be driving her away from me. I know this is hard, but if you take off running here, you defy that court order, it is all over. You’re never gonna be safe. Not from the law, not from Kristen, because when they find you, you’re gonna lose your daughter forever.

And Kristen is gonna win.

I am sorry for interrupting this meeting of the minds. You eavesdropping? No, you guys were speaking right out in the open. Sounded like you were so proud of the scheme you two cooked up. Don’t hardly call this a scheme. Well, not a good one, certainly. I mean, I expect this from you, EJ. Chad, you’re smarter than this.

I can’t tell which one of us she’s insulting more. You.

You’re really taking EJ’s relationship advice now? Look who’s talking. Look, Kristen, usually I would agree with you. Hey. Wait, but in this situation, he was right. I had a problem in my relationship, we came up with a solution, and so far it seems to be working. So far. Yeah, so what happens when Alex tells Stephanie how you went behind her back to scare off the competition?

Okay, first of all, Alex is not competition, and um, he’s not gonna say anything. Oh, of course he will. Why wouldn’t he? We have a gentleman’s agreement. Oh my god, come on. Even you don’t believe that.

Alex? You don’t want to work with me? No, it’s not that I don’t want to work with you, Steph. What’s going on here? Why don’t you want to work with her? She’s the best in the biz. I’m not saying she isn’t, but… But what? Yeah, Alex, but what? She already does PR for Titan. So? So, Basic Black is a subsidiary of DiMera.

DiMera and Titan are bitter rivals. And, I mean, she’s working closely with my Aunt Maggie. Who knows, maybe she might… Wait, what? Pass on confidential information? Yeah, maybe. I don’t know, not intentionally, but… So you’re saying I’m not disloyal, just stupid? No, Steph, I’m… Hey, I’m not saying either of those things.

It’s just… It’s just what? Alex, you really think I’d sandbag you like that? No, of course not. You of all people know you can trust me. I’m a professional. I do know that. Why the hell are you resisting this? Honestly, man, I’d rather not say. I don’t care what you’d rather not do. I’m just trying to do what I’m supposed to do.

Oh, supposed to? I don’t understand. Why don’t you ask Chad, okay? Chad. What the hell does he have to do with this? Um,

maybe you don’t understand what it’s all about. I know what it means. I just think it’s idiotic. Well, we disagree. So you think you’re safe because the guy who has a thing for your girlfriend agreed to make you not look foolish in her eyes? You’re putting a very negative spin on this. No, I am calling it like I see it.

I’m telling you, Alex said he would keep it to himself. And men never go back on their word, especially when an attractive woman is involved. Okay, you know what? I don’t think you understand how disruptive Alex was in our relationship, alright? Stephanie and I, we worked very hard to get where we’re at. Yes, and I sympathize with that.

But, I mean… This, this horrendous idea of EJ’s will backfire on you. And when it does, Stephanie is going to see Alex in a whole new light. Because you made him the victim. So nice work, dummies. Father would be so proud of you.

Okay, I’m done, Vinty. Sure, cause I could listen for an hour or two more if you need to. No, I’m good. Okay. Well, just for the record, I agree with everything you said. I just, I can’t believe that tomorrow morning I have to report to my new boss, who’s a drunk, and put his dad in a coma. I mean, I just can’t believe it.

It just doesn’t matter. You know what? Venting over. Done. Yeah. Mm hmm. John’s right behind me, isn’t he?

Hey there, boss.

What I meant to say, Steph, was that Chad doesn’t want your work at Titan to be put in jeopardy. And how’s Maggie gonna feel when she finds out you’re working for the competitor? Nice try, but that’s not what you meant. We don’t have to have this conversation right now, Steph. But we are gonna have this conversation right now.

You two have a very interesting relationship. It’s not a relationship. We’re not friends? I’m just trying to do the right thing, Steph. What the hell does that even mean? What is really going on, Alex? Tell me the truth.

Truth? The truth is Chad thinks I want you back and he warned me to stay away from you. He warned you? He told me to back off, or else.

Is this why you wouldn’t speak to me in the hallway?

It is.

Like I said, I’m just trying to do the right thing by you and Chad. Me and Chad. Well, now that it’s all out in the open, should we start over? Yeah, yeah, that sounds like a great idea. Hold on a minute. You don’t get out of this that easily. I need to just chat. Steph, wait, wait, wait. Wait, wait, wait, wait. You weren’t supposed to hear all that.

We had a gentleman’s agreement.

I don’t know what I was thinking. You’re not seriously listening to Kristen, are you? She’s just trying to cause trouble. Yeah, but she’s right, isn’t she? I made the whole thing worse. Yeah, you sure did. I mean, I didn’t trust Alex to be around Stephanie. I’m gonna, I’m gonna trust him to keep our arrangement quiet.

Well, that does sound like some shoddy reasoning. If she finds out I did this behind her back. When she finds out you did this behind her back. Tell the kids I’ll call them before bed. You’re leaving? Yeah, I have to go deal with this before my old wife explodes. Well, good luck. I’m glad I could help. This was all under control until you stuck your nose in.

Oh, that Oh, I’m sorry, did you say something? I mean, I see your gums flapping, but I can’t hear trying to sabotage this family? Ha ha, you know what, EJ? You can’t ruin my evening. Because Brady will be here with Rachel any minute, and that is all that matters to me. Nothing

else is My mind’s made up.

Didn’t you tell me that you regretted pulling the gun on Kristen? That you wished you could take that back? That was different, Dad. Not different? You explain to me right now, how is that different? You know, your impulsiveness cost you the first time. This time, it’s gonna cost you everything. It’s gonna cost you your daughter.

It’s gonna cost you your freedom. And what if she never forgives you for dragging her out of here? It’s a risk that I have to take. I gotta leave within the hour. I’m gonna miss my head start. I don’t want Kristen tracking me down before I hit the state line, alright? Dammit, Brady, you gotta think about this.

Your whole life, her whole life, depends upon this decision.

I love you.

Sean, what you heard, I was just venting. I know you are not a drunk and I know what happened with your dad was an accident. Well, it’s been a frustrating day. For everyone. Please, I feel awful. I am so sorry.

Look, I know, I know that you’re embarrassed. But I just walked in on that, but the truth is, I’m the one that should be embarrassed. Sorry. Oh, Rafe, I, look, after what I did to you, just to have the mayor turn around and hand me your job. You didn’t ask him for it. Still. I’m sorry. I think you don’t deserve this.

Look, I don’t… I don’t know what else to say.

Well, just do a good job. That’s all that matters in the end.

You know, I’ve had more business deals implode over the years than I can count, but it’s always about money. Uh, I’ve never seen this before. Yuri, please, not right now. Are you really that upset about how this went? Yes, yes, I am that upset. Did you not see how angry Steph was when she just blew out of here?

Angry about Chad DeMura? Yeah, and me. But mostly Chad DeMura. Are you really that crazy about this girl?

I am. You know, not that I really care so much about this domestic soap opera love triangle, what will you? The way I see it, your chances of stealing this girl back are about… 60 40. Maybe a little bit more. Congratulations.

A gentleman’s agreement.

You’re back earlier than I thought. Want a glass? Um, no thanks. I was, uh, I was hoping you’d be back by, uh, back from your meeting by now.

Um, is everything okay? Yeah. Um, I just sent the kids out. I think, uh, I think it’d be a good time for us to probably talk. What a coincidence. I was thinking the same thing.

What? You wanna talk? Sit the hell down. I’m going first.

Oh, come on, kid. Come to your senses before it’s too late.

Didn’t you say Brady would be here any minute? Mm hmm. He’s late. He must have hit traffic getting across town. Maybe. Maybe

he decided he can’t live with the judge’s decision. Brady wouldn’t just take Rachel and run. Would he?

It’s something I would do. If he’s on the run, he’s not going to answer his phone. Okay, I’m not calling Brady. I’m calling… Hello? Val, it’s Kristen. What do you want, Kristen? I need you to get on the phone to the judge. I need you to call every police jurisdiction between here and in the state line before it is too late.

Slow down. I have no idea what you’re talking about. I am talking about my daughter. What about Rachel? Your client has decided to go on the run with my daughter, and I will not stand for it! Oh, my God.

Oh, my God. Oh, my God,

my sweet little baby. Oh. Oh. Oh.

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Who does that man think he is? He’s the acting mayor, Mama. Acting is right. Acting as if he has the right to shut down your business for something so trivial as not displaying a sticker. A sticker, which you were never sent. Now this was their mistake, why should you be punished for it? I told you, Mama, it’s personal.

Rawlings wanted us closed for good after Biscuit Gate, but he thinks that I got preferential treatment because Abe was the mayor. Abe was elected. The people didn’t choose Rawlings. And this person is not going to let him bully my daughter out of business. What are you gonna do? Mm mm, don’t you worry, baby girl.

I will handle it. Mama! No, Mama, wait!

Okay. Thank you. Let’s go for another round. Alright. Um, wait. Wait, wait, wait. We have one more we didn’t finish. Do you know who this is? Well, that’s an easy one. That’s my stepdaughter, Chanel. And what’s her last name? Dupree. Very good. You got them all right. I think you are making great progress. Well, let’s, let’s do them all again.

Let’s go through it. Okay.

So you want to talk about your feelings for Chanel Dupree.

What kind of feelings?

I don’t know, um, romantic feelings, maybe. But, Dr. Evans, I know that Chanel was married to your grandson, and they date your granddaughter. So, if talking about this is too weird, I completely understand. You’re my patient. I am here to listen to you without judgment. Listen to whatever you have to say. So, why don’t we just continue?

Trip. Hey, what are you doing right now? I just got home from work. I was just about to kick back with a glass of wine and watch a movie. Change of plans. You’re meeting me instead. I thought you were working a double tonight? Tomorrow. I swapped shifts with Dr. Grey. Cool. So, what’s the plan? I booked us a room with the Sailor Moon.

One that is not occupied this time. So, no interruptions from drunken gossip columnists? Or brothers coming home early from bad dates? It’ll be just you and me tonight. What do you think? I think… I’ll go pack a bag and see you there.

Well, if you, uh, you want your chair back… No, it’s fine. No, it’s okay. I’ll, I’ll give you some space. Don’t worry, Harris. I’m not gonna attack you again. I just wanted to say I’m sorry. Like

sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

You just called me Harris. That’s your name. I know that now. I’m Ava Vitale. You feeling better? Yeah, much. But earlier, I thought you were my dead son, Charlie. Yeah, Doctor, Doctor Evans explained. Oh, did she? Well, did she tell you why I’d attack my own child? No, she did not.

Um,

My son, Charlie, had, uh, issues. Mainly with me. Um, but ironically, back then when I was just fine, he wanted to have me committed to a mental hospital. So he kidnapped me. And he, uh, drugged my food, which started me having hallucinations. That’s awful. Yeah. But my son Tripp, he found me. Um, but I thought he was Charlie.

I was seeing blood everywhere. I was screaming. I just basically lost my grip on reality. So, uh, I ended up in the hospital. It happened again. Yeah, I thought that I saw Charlie trying to stab Tripp. Anyway, they, uh, flushed the drugs out of my system, and then just when I was starting to feel better,

the real Charlie showed up to try and kill me. My God. Yeah,

well, luckily, I’m very lucky that some, some people showed up, and they stopped Charlie. And then someone stopped him for good. Because right after I was let go from the hospital, Charlie was shot to death. Ava, I’m so sorry. Yeah. Anyway, hallucinations…

They stopped for a while And I was doing really really really great for a bit but then And I was having a rough time a couple of months ago. And they started up again. You know, Charlie, he was there, you know, and he was talking, he was just whispering in my ear and he was telling me to do terrible, terrible things.

And I

did.

I had a full on psychotic break and that’s how I ended up here. Dr. Evans said that she thought you were improving. Yeah, I was. I mean, I had been. You know, between the meds and the therapy, I thought the visions were gone.

Apparently not.

Anyway, I am sure you didn’t want to hear all of that. I just, um… I really wanted to come up to you and apologize for, you know, attacking you earlier. There’s nothing personal. Yeah, of course.

Okay, here’s. Man of few words. I, um, You seem like a really nice person. And, um, I just want you to rest assured that I am going to do my very best to make sure that nothing like that happens again. I’m going to get right on it with Mitrick. I have

never been attracted to women before. And I have, like, no experience in this. In dating, you mean? No, I mean, I’ve only really been in one real relationship in my whole entire life. And the guy turned out to be a lunatic. So it just makes me wonder if… You wonder what? Okay, um, I did a psych rotation in med school.

So I know all about, like, transference and avoidance. And I can’t help but think that my interest in women is, I don’t know, because of what one terrible man did to me. Is that what you think is happening? I don’t know. I mean, after everything that happened with Colin, it’s just like, I don’t trust my judgment anymore.

So, it’s entirely possible that my feelings for Chanel… Aren’t real.

Hey, what the hell? You know, that sign says you’re shut down. We are. Again. By Salem’s acting mayor. Why? Because I failed to display the City of Salem sticker in the window. A sticker that the City of Salem never sent me. Well then, how are you supposed to display it? Exactly. That’s it. This whole thing is totally bogus.

I don’t see any stickers around here. Yet, somehow, my business is the only one that Rawlings hit with a surprise inspection from the health department. He is out to get me, and it’s… He pretty much admitted as much. How come? Did he, uh, eat one of your… Spiked biscuits and spontaneously proposed to somebody?

Not funny, G. You’re right. It’s not funny. So… What is this guy’s problem? Why is he targeting you? I have no idea. But at this point, what difference does it make? Well… I mean, he can’t just shut you down because he has a personal beef with you. If he admitted that that’s what he did, then you gotta fight back.

You know, Mama agrees with you, and she has some idea how to go about it, but she won’t tell me what it is. She just stormed off, and Lord knows what she’s up to.

Pauline Price. So, that one’s a no brainer.

She’s, uh, she’s my wife. And, you know, I told you before that every time I try to picture her, I see Whitley King. So maybe it’s not such a no brainer after all. You know, why don’t we just take a break? Okay,

let’s go get some fresh air. Okay. Excuse me a second.

Paulina, what are you see Abraham. Now.

You know, you were, uh, you were so upset a little while ago. Now you, now you see me. Almost same. Yeah, the meds work fast. Um, I was feeling so much better that um, I was a little sneaky and I tried to wean myself off of them. Trust me, I won’t make that mistake again. Yeah, well I know what it’s like to think that you recovered.

And then you suddenly realize that you’re not.

You know, under different circumstances, I would, um… Ask what you’re in for. But I don’t want to pry. No, it’s fine. I don’t mind sharing. I To talk, listen, learn from one another? I’m all ears. Well, uh, before we get to me, I’d like to finish hearing about you. Do they know why you’re still having these…

Hallucinations? Well, my shrink thinks it’s a manifestation of my guilty conscience. Well, uh, what do you feel guilty about? I mean, if you don’t mind me asking that. Oh, man. Where do I begin?

I don’t even know why I brought this up. It’s not like anything can happen between Chanel and me after everything I did to her and her family. We’ve talked about this before. I know you understand that you were in an emotionally abusive relationship. And Colin manipulated you to do things you didn’t want to do.

Yeah, and I told her that. Not because it was an excuse. It just so like she could understand. And did she? Yeah, she did. I also told her even though we only met because Colin wanted me to destroy her life, I actually genuinely ended up liking her. And I still do. I

miss her.

Hmm. Have you felt this way about other friends? No. Does that mean that I’m bisexual? I don’t think that we have to put a label on it. But I do think that if you have romantic feelings for Chanel… You need to acknowledge that. Be honest with yourself. Okay,

I have romantic feelings for Chanel.

Mama is probably going all Mama Bear on some poor sap in City Hall and I so feel for him. Yeah, well, if anybody can get the job done, it’s Paulina Price. Oh, well here’s hoping. Anyway, I, I haven’t seen you in a while. How you been? I’ve been good. Yeah, I was, uh, I was out of town for a while,

so Where’d you go, Johnny? Uh, um, yeah, I was, um, I was in New Zealand. Oh. Oh, wow. Well, that must have been amazing. Yeah. Yeah, it was, uh, it was good. Will invited me out to, uh, see his film sets that I could shadow him. And, you know, I had nothing else going on, so… Well, I thought they would have been finished filming the movie by now.

Yeah, they’re working on the sequel. You should see what they have going on over there. The technology is sick. I bet. Yeah. So, did you see any sights while you were there? Yeah, I did. Uh, phew, New Zealand is… It’s beautiful. Yeah, I wish I could have stayed longer. How’s family? They’re good. Um, Ari is starting to speak with a Kiwi accent.

Henry’s getting just ridiculously tall. And? And what? You can tell me about Allie. You did see her, right? Yeah, I did see her.

You look so beautiful. Thanks. Oh, Tripp. Candlelight, champagne. And only one bed. I also noticed the do not disturb sign on the door. You didn’t have to do all this. Well. We said we wanted our first time to be perfect. I just hope I can live to die. You already have.

Paulina, what are you doing here? You agreed to give Abe some distance until he had a chance to you

are. And I thought you understood. That I’m not ready to go back to your place. It is our home. As much as I wish that you were there with me, more than anything, that is not what I’m here to ask. Whatever it is, the answer will still be the same. I just can’t be a good husband right now. But can you be a good mayor?

Look, if it’s too personal… Well, I mean, like you said, talk, listen, learn.

So, my, um, my older son, Tripp, uh, I had him with my once love, Steve Johnson, and, uh, he was taken away from me as a baby. My father sold them on the black market. That’s… I’m so sorry. Yeah. Needless to say, I was devastated. And, um, my father being the genius that he was, he thought that if he got me a new boyfriend, we’d fall in love, have another kid, and then magically I’d be cured.

And I’m guessing that didn’t happen. Love? No. Not now, but another kid. But, you know, when they placed newborn Charlie in my arms, I felt nothing.

And I couldn’t even look at him. Because when I did, he just, he reminded me of everything that I’d lost. You know, Steve. Tripp.

There was no way that I could raise him, right? So I gave him, I gave him to his father, Jimmy. He’s a nice guy. But whenever he’d bring little Charlie around, I’d just…

That’s high school.

God, the little boy, he just, he tried anything, anything he could to get my attention, you know. Get me to smile at him, give him a hug, and… Guess what I gave him. Nothing. Well, you’ve been traumatized. Yeah. It wasn’t Charlie’s fault though, was it? He was a child. He didn’t deserve to be punished for what my father did.

He wanted a mother’s love. He needed a mother’s love. And he didn’t get that. And so he grew up with hate in his heart. And he’d be horrible. Horrible, hateful things. Just like I

did. An innocent woman died. Because of me.

And I can’t say that Charlie made me do it.

Because it was a voice in my head. Ava,

you were well. It’s not the first time. That I’ve caused someone’s death. And you’ve got no idea what it feels like to be responsible for something so tragic. Unfortunately,

I know exactly what that feels

like. What? No, no, no, no, no. I asked for filet mignon, not filet. So… It’s okay. No, Wendy, you hate fish. Okay, I’m calling room service to have them fix this. No, no, no, it’s fine. I’m actually not that hungry for dinner. Maybe we could skip ahead. Oh, we could definitely do that.

Chanel even considering me to be a friend again is far beyond what I expected. To want anything more just seems like too much, right? Besides, I don’t deserve to be happy with her after everything that I did. That sounds like something that Colin would have put into your head. That you were undeserving.

That isn’t so. In fact, that was how Colin kept power over you. And now you’ve taken back your power. And you’re working on your own mental health. So it’s probably not a good idea to jump into a relationship right now. Yeah, maybe not. But it’s also not a good idea to keep repressing your own feelings.

I know you and Allie weren’t exactly on the best terms when she left. Oh yeah, you mean when my, uh, my own twin sister moved to a different hemisphere without even letting me know, let alone saying goodbye? I mean that whole mess between me and you, and her and Alex. But, well, I, I hope things are better between you guys.

Yeah. Yeah, Allie said sorry for, you know, leaving the way she did. But I get it. You know, she just needed to get out, start fresh. And she seems, you know, like she’s doing really well now that she, um… Now that she’s seeing someone else. Johnny, it’s fine. I heard about it months ago. And I was a little rattled at first, but I’m fine now, really.

So, what’s he like? What’s, um, honestly, he’s just, he’s a total tool. I mean, zero. Personality, and between you and me, he’s, he’s ugly. God, he’s so ugly. Oh, yeah, nice try. I’ve seen pictures of him, and he could pass for a, a Hemsworth brother. Oh, they’re, no, because they’re Australian. Yeah. He’s from New Zealand.

Yeah, no, that’s not my point. Johnny, you can tell me the truth, okay? He’s great, isn’t he? Yeah, he’s pretty cool. He’s pretty cool, and Allie seems like she’s happy with him, so… Well, I’m glad.

But to be honest, he doesn’t hold a candle to you. Chanel, nobody does.

What are you talking about? The acting mayor, Clint Rawlings, has gotten way too big for his bridges. He used the health department to shut down Chanel’s bakery again. Again? Um, well, it’s a long story, but the point is it’s not fair, it’s not right, and you’re the only one who can fix it. Well, how am I supposed to do that?

You were elected mayor of this town. Rawlings only stepped in when you were presumed dead. That’s your job, Abraham. You need to go take it back and kick that power trippin poser to the curb. If this was some random person, I wouldn’t even dream of asking, but it’s Chanel and you think of her as your own.

She poured her heart and soul into that bakery, which she was only able to open because of you. Me? Mm hmm. A couple of years ago, you launched an initiative to incentivize people of color to open businesses in the town square. You were so impressed with Chanel’s application that you passed it on to the city council and they approved it.

She went from being this… This lost girl to a thriving, independent woman, and oh, Abraham, if you just remembered all that, no, I just know you will do everything in your power to make sure that she knows Bakerie’s up and running again, so please, please, Abraham, please, just help my daughter before it’s too late.

Okay, well, it sounds like you were brainwashed into doing what you did. I mean, that is not your fault. And just, like, having mental illnesses and nerves. It doesn’t, it doesn’t fit with who I am.

Or who I thought I was. You know, the physical warfare, the psychological warfare, SEALs are trained to withstand it all, and I couldn’t resist orders to kill two innocent people. And then a few weeks ago it happened again. I was gonna kill a guy I didn’t even know.

I just do not understand why I’m so vulnerable to be controlled this way. I just had to make sure it didn’t happen again. That’s why I asked Dr. Evans to have me committed.

And I always, always thought of myself as

this elite warrior.

Invincible, you know? And nobody’s invincible.

And nobody likes being controlled.

Yeah. Well, all I know now is… I’m done. I’m done walking around worrying that any moment I can become somebody else’s pawn.

So how long’s it been since you talked to your son, Tripp? Oh, well, that’s been a while. Because the last time he came to visit a few months ago, I, um, shockingly thought he was Charlie. And I attacked him. So the doctors told him to stay away. Uh, they were afraid that seeing him would trigger me. It must be really hard.

Honestly, I was relieved. Yeah, I just, I can’t keep putting him through that. You know, I didn’t, I didn’t want to do that again to him, but… Recently the doctor said that I could see him again if I wanted to. But I keep saying no because I do not want to snap on him again. You know, I just, I, I can’t, I can’t keep dragging him through my own nightmare.

He doesn’t deserve it. Okay, what’s the alternative? You don’t see your son anymore? I

mean, is that, is that what you really want?

Ta da! Oh! Great! This is it! What, isn’t that what you meant when you said you wanted to skip ahead? Wow. No, I know, I know what you meant. And I’m sorry, but I can’t let just all of this go to waste.

Wait, is that? Chocolate fondue, baby. Oh my god, Tripp, this is my dream come true.

Good. Mm-hmm. best.

But what I said before I lie life. It’s not my dream come true. You are. Oh, what a coincidence. Because you’re mine.

Doc, what do I even say to her? Oh, hey Chanel, I think I’m bi. Oh, I also have romantic feelings for you, even though I almost had your whole family killed. Oh, by the way, let’s catch a movie. Yeah. Maybe a little more nuanced approach. Even if I did take a more nuanced approach, what if she freaks out on me?

What if she gets furious? Oh my god. What if she even laughs in my face? I can’t promise that won’t happen. But the last thing you want to have is any regret. And if you don’t talk to Chanel, you’ll just never know what might have been.

Thanks, Johnny. That was really sweet. I mean it. I think Allie was nuts to give you up. You know what? I’d say the same about Wendy. I’m pretty sure she’d disagree. I mean, Tripp, he’s a nice guy, but, well, you know what they say about them. Not this time. I just saw Wendy head into the Salem Inn. Oh, was Tripp with her?

No, but I’m sure he’s either already there or not far behind. She was carrying an overnight bag. Oh, I’m sorry. But you didn’t see it coming at all? No. No, I thought things were actually going great. Well, did she at least give you an explanation?

Yeah. Yeah, she did. She did.

See her? Really picking Tripp over me because you think I’m not over Chanel? Johnny, hello? What did Wendy say was her reason for breaking things off with you?

Paulina, listen, I know that you were worried about Chanel. Not just Chanel, but everyone in this town. Who knows what Mayor Wannabe will do next? Can I come talk to you for a second? Oh, sure. Yes, let’s go. You know, maybe Rollins leaves a lot to be desired, but Abe really needs to focus on his recovery. Kayla, I know you and Abe, you’ve been friends for a long time, but I am his wife.

Hello, hello, hello. Remember me? I’m the person that you’re arguing about. I may have lost my memory, but I still have a brain and free will. And this decision is all up to me.

And what I’ve decided is…

I’ll do it.

The idea of never seeing Tripp again? Oh, that is unimaginable.

But ever since we’ve been reunited, I have been nothing but a burden to him. And,

I don’t know, maybe it’s better if he just stays away. You think that’s what he wants?

Look, I know, I know that my son loves me, but all I do is cause him pain. You know, and he has had so much of that in his life.

Tripp has overcome things that you would not even believe. Do you know that he’s a doctor now? He’s dedicated his life. To helping people. Better, I’m so proud of him. You know, I’m not, I’m not a parent. But I can hear the love in your voice. And Tripp must feel that, so I know there’s no way he wouldn’t want to be cut off from you forever.

Yeah, but what if I attack him again? Yeah, I’m not, I’m not, I’m not gonna take the risk. I can’t. Because I need to protect Tripp. The way that I failed to protect Charlie. Yeah, but are you protecting him? Or are you protecting yourself?

I know you’re scared. I’m

scared too.

You can’t let it stop us from trying.

And if they say you’re ready, I say you try.

I’m sure your son would say the same thing.

That feel good? What do you think?

I’ve been looking forward to this so much.

But I’m a little bit nervous. Me too.

Maybe we’re putting too much pressure on ourselves. You know? Thinking it all has to be so perfect. Because honestly, just being here with you, It feels so right.

And I know this is our first time together, but there will be other times. Lots of other times. Yeah. So let’s give up on trying to be perfect. Just be in the moment. No pressure. Yeah.

Yeah, let’s do

that. Your turn. I’m

so sorry. I forgot to take my ringer off.

What’s wrong? It’s, it’s the hospital where my mom is. You better answer it. Uh, Tripp Johnson. Really? Uh, yeah, till 9 tonight or, or tomorrow between 7am and 9pm. Yeah, no, I understand. Thank you. Everything okay? Yeah, my mom just told her doctor that she wanted to see me, and they gave her the okay. Well, that’s amazing.

Yeah. I just, I gotta figure out how to get off work tomorrow before business hours are over. I’m working that double. Well, did I hear you say something about 9 p. m. tonight? Yeah, yeah, but I’m not leaving now. I mean, there’s no way. Not true. You should. Okay, your mom is lucid and you know she wants to see you.

You better get over there before anything changes. I want to. Leaving might ain’t so long. I’ll still be here, when you get back. Okay? I’m not going anywhere. You sure? Absolutely.

Thank you. For understanding. Always. When

Wendy broke things off with me, she said… Hey! Oh, sorry. Am I interrupting? Um, no. No, uh, Chanel and I were just catching up, but I gotta get going, so…

Hang in there, okay? And if there is anything that I can do to help, please let me know. Okay. Um,

what did Johnny mean? Anything he can do about what? Abraham!

Abraham! You’re an angel. You want to be the mayor again? Are you sure? Sounded sure to me.

I have to agree with Paulina. To have a purpose and a reason to get up in the morning. I think it would help with my recovery. And? I would be able to, I would be able to help others, too. Mm hmm. Oh, you would. And you would do so much good. As your doctor, I need to caution you. I, I, I know you think it’s too much, too soon.

And if it is, I give you my word that I will come right back. But I have to at least try to help my stepdaughter. Oh, you’re such a darling man.

Oh, I can’t thank you enough. Oh,

well. Well, I, uh, I spoke to my doctor. He called Tripp and he’s on his way. That’s great. Yeah. Fingers crossed, right? You know, everyone thinks I’m this badass, that I’m afraid of nobody and nothing, but… God, I’m literally shaking. It’s gonna be okay.

Thanks, Harris. Now for encouraging me to reach out. Of course.

Hey. Oh. Whoa, whoa. You don’t have to leave on my account, you know? No, I’m not. I just, actually, I have a session. It was, uh, it was nice talking to you. Yeah. Me too. I guess I’ll see you around.

Mom. Tripp.

Mom.

Mom. Okay. Let’s see what we got.

Yellow. In sports, the National Hockey League featured a busy five game slate last evening. Come in. Knock, knock. Oh! Oh, Johnny. Hey, Grandma. Welcome home. Come in. Great. And how was New Zealand? Oh it was incredible. I uh, I brought you back a souvenir. I picked it up at the mud baths. It’s supposed to be great for the skin.

Oh sweet. Thank you so much. You’re welcome. Um, Hey, do you have a patient right now? No I’m just catching up on my paperwork. Why? Um, well, I guess I just, I had something that I was hoping to talk to you about. Of course, anything.

I can’t even believe I’m about to say this, but I think I might still have feelings for Chanel. What kind of feelings? I don’t know. Romantic feelings, maybe.

Oh, I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I got carried away because I’m just so grateful. It’s okay. It’s okay.

Oh, you know, Abraham Carver, you are a good man who always comes through for the people he loves. Oh, no, no, you don’t have to say anything, but I just have to say, one second, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, from the bottom of my heart. Oh, Kayla, I know, I know I’d love to chat with you, but I just can’t wait to tell Chanel the good news.

I know you think I made a mistake. I, I hope I’m wrong. That makes two of us.

Why is this acting mayor guy out to get you? I have no freaking idea. Well, I’m sorry. Is there any way I can help? Thanks, but um, I don’t think so. I mean, before the bakery shut down, again, business was good, right? Yeah, it was. I mean, it took me a while to get my new assistant baker up to speed, but… You seem nervous.

Is everything okay? Yeah, it’s just, um, I just left therapy. And Dr. Evans encouraged me to talk to you. But I mean, if this isn’t a good time. No, no, it’s fine. What’s going on?

Okay. I’m, I’m gonna, I’m gonna say this, okay, and you don’t have to respond, but just please, let me get it out, okay?

Chanel, I have feelings for you, okay, romantic feelings, and I don’t know if you could ever return them, but if you could, could you just, like, let me know? If you want to. No big deal. Okay, I have to go.

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Oh, hey there, uh, former partner. Sean, what are you doing here? Well, my suspension’s up today. But I, uh, don’t know who I’m supposed to speak to about returning to work. I don’t know either. The acting mayor hasn’t appointed a new commissioner since he fired Rafe. Yeah. She fired

Rafe. Because of me.

Oh, the garbage. Lovely. It’s lovely. I’m going to need a serious shower. Cheetah, I thought you were… Whoa. Oh. You’re not Cheetah. No. I’m not. Nope. Nope.

That’s right, Cassandra, don’t let Charlemagne go after your man.

Mama, what are you doing here? Watching body and soul. Wanna join me? Cassandra’s about to throw Charlemagne in the pool. Again? Mama, what’s going on? And what are you doing sitting here in your robe in the middle of the day? And where’s Abe? He moved out.

Charlemagne, told you you were asking for trouble. Oh, hi! I thought you might be hungry, so I stopped at the Brady Pub and got some takeout. Oh, thank you, thank you. You know who I am, don’t you? Of course. You’re Cassandra. Charlemagne’s mortal enemy.

Harris, it’s so good to see you. Always good to see you. I just came by to see how you’re doing. Uh, I’m, I’m fine. And you’re adjusting to life at Bayview? Yeah, I mean, so far so good. Uh, I ran into an old acquaintance. Eve Donovan. Alright. How did that go? Uh, surprisingly well, actually. I actually had the chance to say I’m sorry for how I hurt her in the past, and she accepted my apology.

Well, that’s wonderful. A sign of progress that you’re beginning to interact with the other patients.

What the hell are you doing here?

Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

Ava, you need to calm down. Don’t you tell me to calm down. I want to know what this son of a bitch is doing here. I’m sorry. Yeah, you should be sorry. You should be sorry because I thought I got rid of you a long time ago. And now you’re showing up. You’re showing up here.

You’re trying to drag me back into my old life. Sorry, but do I know you? You’re going to play dumb with me. Of course, you know me just as well as I know you.

A move down. That’s what I said. I stayed out late last night so that I could give you two time to be alone together. And then when I left for the bakery this morning, I just assumed you were still in bed. I was, but Abraham was long gone. Did you guys get in a fight? Nope, but clearly he was uncomfortable here.

Oh, Mama. Oh, and I guess he didn’t like it when I kissed him. Which I stupidly, impulsively did. You know, thinking, you know, would make him remember. But all it did was disgust him. Oh, well, that’s, that’s just because he, he thinks that he doesn’t know you, Mama. But that’s all gonna change. Just, as soon as he gets his memory back, he is going to be kissing you right back.

I know it. Oh. Mama, if Abe didn’t stay here, this is his home, so where did he stay? He had Steve Johnson come get him. He shacked up over there with him and Kayla. Um, no, no, I’m not Cassandra. I’m, I’m Kayla.

Of course. Cassandra’s right there. On body and soul. You’re Kayla Johnson, my, my doctor. That’s right. I, you know, you just remind me of her a little. That lady by the pool? Yeah. Yeah, I kind of get that all the time. Really? No. No. That was a bad joke. I’m sorry. Well, I’m sorry. I got the two of you mixed up. Oh, come on.

It’s no big deal. I mean, look at all you have to deal with all these new faces and names. I mean, it’s like we’re all just characters in a soap opera doing crazy things. You know?

Okay, I’m good. You can turn around now. Yeah. I’m really sorry about that. I, um, yeah, I didn’t expect you back so soon. Yeah, well, I decided to come home and take a shower after dealing with, you know, all the trash from the White Dove Motel. Uh huh, yeah. Yeah, that, that explains it. Mm hmm. Yeah, I’m, if you and Jada want to, like, use the place, I’m out doing community service, like, that’s totally fine.

Just, next time, try to, you know, give me a heads up, just a little bit. Mm hmm. Yeah. Yeah, see that? That actually, that makes sense. Mm hmm. Yeah, well, Jada, she just left for work, and, uh, I didn’t have anywhere to be. I still can’t believe you got fired for dating my sister. Well, I… It was Jay’s boss. And we have a policy in the city that says, superiors cannot date subordinates.

It’s a stupid policy. Well, I don’t know about that, but, uh, I did it. And, uh, I guess I probably shouldn’t have. Well, from my understanding, um, Mayor Rawlings would have never found out in the first place if it hadn’t been for Sean Brady. Mm hmm. So that’s it? You’re not gonna say anything? About what? Um, maybe about it being my fault that Rafe was fired?

What’s there to say? I don’t know. I… Look, I guess I was just hoping that you’d say that you knew that it wasn’t… It wasn’t intentional. I, that, that I didn’t mean for Rawlings to hear what I said about you and Rafe. I would, I’d been drinking and I was shooting my mouth off. And then Rawlings overheard it.

But in the end I, I mean, I tried to backpedal. But if you remember, Rawlings asked me about it. And he basically left me no choice but to admit it. So your backpedaling was pretty much pointless. Okay, well, yeah, I can speak to him. I can speak to him, get him to reverse the decision.

Well, here’s your chance. Detective Hunter. Detective Brady.

You know, it’s very generous of you and your husband to let me stay here a while. But, I think, I think I’m imposing. Trust me, you couldn’t impose on us if you tried. All those weeks that we didn’t know if we’d ever see you again. Like my mother would always say, it’s kind of like, uh, a gift from God. You know, the way you said that, I knew her, didn’t I?

Yes. Your mother. You did. You knew our whole family. You were family. And even though you don’t remember us, you still are. I appreciate that. You know, going home with Paulina, as much as she wanted me to, I, I, I knew from the moment that I got there that I, I, I couldn’t stay. And that’s when I called your husband and asked him to come and get me.

So I could be here for you. Well, I appreciate your generosity. With the look on Paulina’s face, uh, I, I knew how much I had upset her.

Well, it’s not so bad that Abe is staying with Steve and Kayla, right? I mean, at least you know he’s safe. I suppose so. Anyway, I talked to Kayla this morning and she said that I just need to be patient and let Abe get used to me and everyone else in his own time. Well, that’s good advice. You know, I know it’s hard for you, taking the hands off approach.

Patience has never been my strong suit, has it? Me neither, Mama. Like mother, like daughter. Anyway, Kayla said that she’s gonna work with Abe and maybe help him see that I only want him to get better. He will. He will. And sooner or later, no matter what, he is going to come back to you. Mama, I know that he will.

Oh. Your optimism, baby, that it does lift my spirits. And I’m sorry that you had to stay away last night for nothing. Oh, well, it wasn’t exactly for nothing. I actually spent some time with

Talia. It’s not Sean’s fault that I got fired. Not his fault? No! If he would’ve never opened up his big mouth, Rawlings would’ve never found out about you and Jada. If I hadn’t been seeing Jada in the first place, there’d never have been anything for him to hear. But still! Aren’t cops supposed to close ranks?

Look out for one another? Not gossip about each other’s personal lives? Well, at least you told him off, right? Talia, I appreciate that you are on my side, but I’m the one who got myself into this mess. It doesn’t matter what Sean said. I gotta take the blame for this. I just came down to check how things are going, now that Commissioner Hernandez has been relieved of his post.

Mayor Rawlings, about that, um, I’d like to speak to you. And I need to talk to you. Oh. Oh. Okay. It’s come to my attention that it was the former commissioner who suspended you? Uh, yes, that is correct. Well, that’s something we have to remedy as soon as possible.

I can’t let this grievous error stand. And honestly… I’m surprised Rafe had the gall to go after you in the first place. I mean, it’s outrageous that he would put your job in jeopardy for blowing the whistle on him.

You showed up here. I’m going to find her, Doctor. Ma’am, whoever you, you think I am, you’re mistaking me for somebody else. Oh, you think that I could forget you? After all the trouble you’ve put me through over the years? I was trying, I was trying to make a new life for myself and thanks to you, I ended up back with my family.

I ended up back to my mob ties, back to being a person I never wanted to be. I’m sorry that happened, but we don’t know each other. My name is Harris Michaels. Harris Michaels, is that the best you could come up with? What? I didn’t come up with it, it’s my name. Don’t, don’t you lie to me. I know exactly who you are.

Okay. Who do you think I am?

Who do I think you are? You have to ask. You’re Charlie. Charlie? You’re my son. Charlie. Why? Why do you keep coming back? Why? I just think I’ve done everything I can to get rid of you. Just leave me. Let go of me. He won’t leave me alone. We’re only

Look, Rafe didn’t suspend Sean because he told you about a relationship. Are you sure about that? Because the timing would suggest otherwise. Detective Hunter is right. But Commissioner Hernandez caught me drinking on the job. I see. Is this a serious problem? No, no, it’s definitely not. I was just, I was going through a rough patch and I’ve been seeing a therapist and it will never happen again, I can promise you that.

Well then, it seems you learned your lesson. I’m afraid the same can’t be said for your former boss, which is why I need to appoint a new commissioner. Immediately.

Well, I suppose it’s good that you don’t hold a grudge. Try not to. Mainly because it’s too exhausting. Wow, Chanel said something just like that to me. What, you talked to Chanel? I ran into her yesterday. And we actually had a pretty good time. That’s great. Yeah. You know, maybe she’s ready to put everything that happened at the bakery behind her and you two can be friends again.

Yeah. Friends. Oh. You were hoping for something more than that? You

spent time with Talia? I bumped into her in the square and she had just left Colin’s hearing and he got sentenced to 20 years. Oh, well, there’s some good news at last. Amen to that. Anyway, as they were taking Colin out of the courtroom, he said some pretty horrible things to Talia. And I told her that none of that was true and I tried to make her feel better.

No matter what Talia did, she didn’t deserve to be abused by Colin. Anyway, next thing I know we were having dinner together and we had such a good time that I remember why I, I liked her so much in the first place, before everything went south. And, the more we talked… The more you talk? The more I, I started to feel connection to her.

What kind of connection? Are you, are you saying that you’re attracted to this girl?

You know, Pauline has been through a lot these past few weeks. But I talked to her this morning and I think she understands that you just, you just need some time. I didn’t mean to hurt her. I know that. I know what would have happened if I’d stayed. She would have been watching me. Prompting me. Trying to get me to remember and then trying to hide her hurt if I didn’t.

It would have been awful. It would have hurt her more than my leaving. I think you might be right. And when she kissed me, it was just so strange. I mean, I knew she was my wife, and…

But I didn’t know her. You don’t remember her at all? I get these little, these little palimpsests. I’d see her in my dreams for a moment. And I’d even recognize her for a moment.

Then the next… Next minute I wouldn’t, I wouldn’t know her at all.

Everything, everything, everything is just so jumbled in my head. I, I, I, I, I just, I just don’t know how to make any sense of it.

Do I want to be more than friends with Chanel?

Honestly? I don’t, I don’t know. I mean, I’ve never been attracted to women. And the only reason I came on to Chanel in the first place is because Colin was pressuring me to. He wanted me to break her heart. And I did everything that he asked me to. But it’s like, when, when we kissed, I actually felt something.

Huh. But you’re not sure you want to act on it? Look, like I said, I don’t know. I just know that everything right now is just, God, it’s just so confusing. And after everything with Colin, it’s like, I don’t know what’s true and what’s not.

I don’t know, maybe I should just talk to my therapist about this.

Don’t worry, Dr. Evans, I’ll text another orderly to bring a wheelchair down and take Ms. Vitale back to her room. Thanks, Janima. Thank you.

Are you alright?

Yeah, do you know that woman? Yes, that’s Ava Vitale. She’s been having hallucinations about her, her dead son, Charlie. Yeah, she said she thought I was Charlie. Oh. Well, maybe something about you reminded her of him. And somehow… Triggered that episode.

Yeah, maybe. It’s just so strange the way she looked at me.

It felt like she actually knew me.

If you need a commissioner, why don’t you just bring Rafe back? He’s a great guy, he’s a great boss, and he’s done a lot for this city. Yeah, Sean’s right. The department has had an incredibly high clearance rate since Rafe has been in charge. Every cop has done his or her job the best for him. So, ex commissioner Hernandez still has you under his thumb, shall we say.

I have never been, nor am I, under his thumb. Our relationship was and always has been completely consensual. Despite explicitly violating the city’s policy. Rafe made a mistake. But that has nothing to do with his job performance. By engaging in a relationship with a subordinate, he proved that his judgment isn’t to be trusted.

Which has everything to do with his job. Now, my decision stands. Which is why I need to appoint someone to his position. But… As you pointed out, detective, with the department’s high clearance rate, I would be foolish not to consider an internal hire. You

know, I agree with you. And I think that Detective Hunter would make an excellent commissioner. You know, I was actually thinking about you, detective.

I just can’t think straight. One minute I know I’m married to Paulina. The next I picture Whitley in a wedding dress. And then I, I, I know, I know Theo’s my son, but I still see that actor, Jerry. As hard as I try, I can’t I just can’t seem to get it straight. You know, it’s understandable. You suffered a severe head injury.

And then Whitley kept giving you drugs to keep you a prisoner. And then parade a bunch of strangers in front of you and claim that they’re your loved ones.

She’s not still telling me those stories. Or giving me drugs. What, are the… Are the effects of those, are the effects permanent? Am, am, am I going to be like this forever?

I know you were attracted to Talia. You know, when you first started working together, before we found why she really came here, you know, what she was really up to. Yeah, I thought there was something there at the beginning. But then she was just putting on an act. And now you know everything about her and told me that just last night you felt like you did when you first met her.

Well, I guess I’m wondering how you really feel about her.

Hey, Marie. Well, I’ll be back from lunch in a little while. Can’t it wait until then? What?

I don’t think that you need to worry about those drugs. I saw your blood work at the hospital and it was mainly some sedatives with a little psychotropics mixed in. Nothing that would cause permanent damage. I still don’t know why she would do this to me. She experienced some severe trauma. She lost her husband in a tragic accident.

I think she had some kind of psychotic break and then you had amnesia and it gave her the perfect opportunity to relive her life that she lost. I had no choice but to believe it was mine too. You know, I, I don’t recognize. Faces of any of my family and friends. Just like you, your husband Sam. Steve.

You see? Uh, all these new names and faces, it’s just… Oh,

it’s just overwhelming.

You know, I, um, I think I have a way that maybe could help you. I’m,

I’m sorry to leave you after that, but I’ve got to get back to University Hospital. Oh, it’s fine, I understand. Actually, I have a meeting with my, uh, therapist in a little while. Really, it’s, it’s, it’s okay. Alright. You’ll call me if you need anything at all. I will.

Sorry, I really have to go shower. I have an appointment, and I can’t show up smelling like whatever’s rotten behind the white dove. No, not good. I hope I didn’t use all the hot water. I doubt it. You know, between me and you, I’m pretty sure the water pressure is why Jada stays in the first place. Anyways, it was really nice talking to you.

Yeah, you too.

It’s alright, Marie. I’ll be there as soon as I can. What’s wrong? What happened? There was a surprise inspection from the health department and we failed. So, the inspector said that they’re shutting us down. What? Yeah. This doesn’t make any sense, Mama. I have been so careful since they let me reopen. I have followed every single regulation.

I have kept the place spotless. Oh, there’s got to be some mistake. That’s just it. Maurice said that the order came straight from the acting mayor. The mayor? Mm hmm. I met him a few weeks ago, and he told me that he was against Sweet Bits reopening, and he said that if there was one more scandal, he would have me shut down.

This is personal, Mama. That guy, he’s out to get me.

Carla, you want, you want me to be commissioner? Why not? You come from a long line of commissioners. Your mother, your uncle, even your father. If you ask me, It’s high time we had another Brady sitting in the commissioner’s chair. Mayor Rawlings, are you serious? Detective Brady is just coming off a suspension.

Which is why it’s the perfect time to accept this new position. But Detective Hunter’s right. I’m sorry, but I, I can’t accept it. Yes, you can. And you will if you want to continue to work in this department. Those are my terms. Take it or leave it.

Come in. Hi, Dr. Evans. I’m so sorry. I hope I’m not late. No, you’re right on time. I’m behind because I had to clean up after doing community service. How’s that going? Fine. Yeah. I know that Colin Bedford was sentenced yesterday. Yeah, I was in the courtroom. Oh. Well, that must have brought up a lot of feelings for you, seeing him again.

Do you want to talk about it? No. Actually, I don’t want to talk about my feelings for him. I want to talk about my feelings for Chanel.

You wanted to see me? Yes, we did. Mayor Rawlings, Sweet Bits has been recertified by the Department of Health after that unfortunate biscuit incident. So why on earth has it been closed again? Well, it’s simple. Miss Dupree failed to adhere to the city’s regulations. That’s not true. Oh, Chanel has followed every rule to the letter.

She doesn’t display the official City of Salem sticker, which all businesses are required to do. Well, that’s because they didn’t give me one. When Sweet Bits got recertified, they were out of them and then they told me that they were going to send me one as soon as they restocked. Be that as it may, the city cannot allow any businesses to operate without displaying the sticker.

This is outrageous! Sweet Bits has been open for weeks now and never one problem. You know, when my husband was mayor But he isn’t. Mayor. Not anymore. And maybe he was happy looking the other way at your numerous scandals, would I assure you? My administration is by the book. I make the rules in this town now.

Which means the bakery is closed. Good day, ladies. Oh my god, mama! Now what? So

you had these made up for me? Yeah, I, um, I picked them up from the printer this morning. Well, that’s kind of you. Well, let’s see if they work, okay? Do you know who… this is? Uh, she looks very familiar. Uh, Char… Charlene? It’s um, it’s Marlena. Marlena. Marlena. Marlena. Right. Marlena. And she’s married to your best friend.

Um. John. John. John. Right. I, I met him with your husband Steve. Right. Right. Um, okay. And who is, this one’s kind of hard. I don’t know if you’re Wraith? That’s amazing! I saw his name written on the back of the car. Nice. Nice. You’re a cheater.

Hey. Just, uh, catching up on some body and soul. Oh, mind if I turn it off? Yeah. What’s up? What are you doing back so soon? Well, I had to get here to tell you about the new developments at the office. In person. I must be something big. You could say that you might wanna brace yourself.

Mhm.

Mhm.

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