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Arianna tries waking Holly up in their dorm room to get her up for the next sorority meeting but Holly questions what the point is when they all hate her. Arianna tries to convince her to come and says she doesn’t want to go alone but Holly refuses.

Gabi goes to see Philip in his room at the Salem Inn and asks if he’s ready for their date night. Philip responds that he’s been distracted and realizes Gabi hasn’t heard as he reveals that Stephanie has been kidnapped.

Maggie sits at home, on the phone with Mike, who says he will still try to reach Jeremy. Maggie prays Jeremy and Stephanie are both found safe and sound.

Cat goes to see Rafe at home. Rafe thanks her for coming and they talk about working together as they go over security footage from the hospital, showing Jeremy dressed as a doctor while Officer Hansen is being wheeled in to the exam room where Kayla found him. Rafe talks about this being carefully planned and how he knows where the cameras are, pointing out that Jeremy’s dad Mike used to be chief of staff at the hospital. Rafe says he’s looked at every camera in the hospital and nothing even resembles Jeremy making a getaway. Cat asks if he’s saying he thinks Stephanie is still in the hospital.

In their room in Alamainia, Dimitri and Leo talk about being unable to sleep. Leo says he just saw his life flash before his eyes as he can’t believe they were almost murdered in cold blood.

EJ finds Liam in the town square and says he’s just the guy he’s been wanting to meet. EJ tells Liam that he should be scared.

Arianna pleads with Holly to come. Holly argues that they both know she’s not getting in to the sorority, so she questions why ruin Arianna’s chances. Arianna brings up praising her to Maisy but Holly doesn’t care. Arianna asks what’s wrong with her. Holly says she’s just tired and had a fight with Tate earlier. Holly then looks at her phone and is shocked to find out that Stephanie has been kidnapped.

Gabi tells Philip that she can’t believe it as Alex and the police did everything to protect Stephanie and it meant nothing. Gabi says she’s just angry while Philip admits to being worried sick since Stephanie is his friend. Gabi says she understands if Philip wants to be alone tonight. Philip says he doesn’t want to cancel on her, but doubts he’ll be much fun. Gabi doesn’t care about fun, she just wants to be there for him like he’s been there for her. Gabi doesn’t know what she would’ve done without him when she found out about Stefan. Philip hopes that Stephanie’s story doesn’t end the way Stefan’s did.

Rafe assures Cat that Salem police searched the entire hospital, including EJ’s lab. Rafe says this is urgent and personal since Steve is a friend. Cat agrees that Stephanie comes first. Rafe states that the kidnapper got creative and obviously found an exit where there was no camera. Rafe adds that Jeremy’s car is still in the school parking lot so they have no idea how he’s moving around and may be on foot. Rafe questions how two people just vanish in to thin air.

Dimitri and Leo talk about Ivan trying to poison them. Dimitri says he wanted Ivan to know they are one step ahead.

Liam tells EJ that if he knew what he was being hired for, he never would’ve crossed him. EJ brings up Liam keeping his mouth shut even after the police launched an international manhunt for his entire family. Liam says he wanted to tell the police. EJ doesn’t want to hear his excuses and warns that Liam really should be afraid of Abe Carver. EJ brings up that Liam’s choices were the literacy program or prison and asks if he really thinks Abe will keep him in the program after what he did. Liam pleads that he can’t go back to prison because he has a son. EJ points out that Abe also has a son, who nearly died because of the help Liam gave. EJ asks if Liam understands now how much trouble he’s in.

Dimitri shows Leo that he got photos of all the entry and exits as well as all of the guards on duty. Leo questions how he got all of this. Dimitri credits his basic ISA training. Leo asks if this means they are going back to Vivian’s estate. Dimitri responds that Leo will stay there while he goes back alone.

Philip complains about not being able to do anything to help the investigation while Gabi encourages him. Philip brings up that Titan will offer a reward for any information about the kidnapping which Gabi calls a great and generous idea. Philip says he owes it to Stephanie, but he wishes he could do more.

EJ tells Liam that he can keep him in the program and out of prison and he can protect him from his former employers if he does a job for him.

Cat asks Rafe if anyone has reached out to Stephanie and Jeremy’s cell phone carriers. Rafe says they are waiting to hear back from them. Cat asks what else they have. Rafe explains they found a bug in the picture frame that was delivered as a gift from EJ, but it looks like it’s been deactivated so they are nowhere. Rafe then gets a text about the drug results from the sedative used on Officer Hansen. Rafe notes that the sedative is not produced by any company in the US. Cat questions how a local school teacher like Jeremy Horton would get his hands on it which Rafe calls a good question.

Holly and Arianna assume it was the stalker that kidnapped Stephanie while Holly guesses there goes her internship. Arianna questions that being all she cares about. Holly says she cares about Stephanie too and complains that she’s had a really bad day, so she needs one person not mad at her. Arianna tells her not to be so self absorbed then, arguing that they should know how scared Stephanie is. Holly responds that she’s just saying it affects her too. Arianna decides she’s going to the sorority mixer and hopes that Holly snaps out of whatever this is because it’s really not her as she then exits.

Liam tells EJ that it was taking a random job that got him in to this mess in the first place. EJ says all he wants is information and says if he hears anything from the man he worked for or if there’s even thinking of harming his family again, that Liam come to him and not the police. Liam says he understands, so EJ says that will be all for now as Liam then hurries off.

Cat tells Rafe that she almost wishes EJ was their suspect in this too since foreign narcotics would make more sense. They talk about the cops searching EJ’s lab and not finding anything suspicious. Cat concludes either there was nothing to find or it was something hidden in plain sight. Rafe says he was in that lab and didn’t find anything but dead rats and lab equipment. Cat asks where they are at in cracking the door code. Rafe reveals it can take between 5-8 digits, so the possible combinations are in to the thousands. Cat gets a text from Interpol that they found a match to the guy that Liam matched with the sketch artist. Cat reveals that the man’s name is Klaus Muller and he was last seen in Alamainia.

Leo complains about sitting there doing nothing while Dimitri would be out risking his life. Dimitri feels Leo is worried about him while Leo calls it just platonic concern and it goes against everything he stands for to just hang back and let Dimitri do the dangerous things. Dimitri thought Leo would be too scared of Vivian to go back. Leo asks why he would be scared of her. Dimitri says he’d be crazy not to be, but he has to go back as he doesn’t have a choice.

Holly goes to the Kiriakis Mansion, surprising Maggie as she thought she was going to a party tonight. Holly responds that she changed her mind. Maggie asks what’s wrong. Holly cries that it’s everything as she hugs her.

Philip informs Gabi that Stephanie has been kidnapped before and it was all his fault. Philip explains that back when they were dating, he got her mixed up in the family feud with the DiMeras. Gabi says that was then and encourages that now has nothing to do with him. Philip asks why he feels so guilty then. Gabi says it’s because he cares and reminds him of how tough Stephanie is, encouraging that she will survive. Gabi tells Philip to stop beating himself up and reminds him that they have a date tonight, so they are going out.

Arianna goes to Small Bar where she runs in to Liam, who asks if she’s having a bad night. Arianna sees him and says maybe it’s getting better. Liam responds that his might be too.

Maggie asks Holly what is going on. Holly cries that she heard about Stephanie and can’t believe that Jeremy could do something like that. Maggie encourages that the whole town is looking for them so they just have to hope it’s a matter of time before they are found. Maggie asks what has Holly so upset. Holly says that’s what should have her upset. Maggie sits her down to talk about it. Holly informs her that she flipped out on the president of the only sorority she wanted to join and ruined her chances. Maggie asks why she flipped out. Holly says she said something weird about Tate and she got all pressed about it even though it wasn’t a big thing and she was joking, but it felt real. Holly says it was like this rage took over her and she wasn’t herself anymore. Holly adds that it’s happened a few times since as she blew up at Tate and Arianna even when she was trying to be nice. Holly feels like she’s losing control and she has no idea why.

Leo declares that he’s going with Dimitri. Dimitri argues that he’s a trained killer while Leo is a liability. Leo feels he can be the lookout and is a master of disguise, so he’s coming with him. Dimitri reluctantly agrees and admits it would be good to have backup. Dimitri says he’s never been in a situation like this before where he can’t shoot, charm, or buy his way out as the setup is too good. Leo encourages they will find a way. Dimitri says he needs to prove that they are lying and he is telling the truth. Dimitri declares that no one gets to make a fool out of him and get away with it.

Cat tells Rafe that Andrew and Paul should know about this to keep an eye out for Klaus. Rafe gets a text that Stephanie and Jeremy’s phones have been turned off, so they could be anywhere. Cat gets a call from Mark and says she’ll do it. Cat tells Rafe that she needs to pick up Felicity from the Bakery. Rafe encourages her to get Mark to tell them what’s going on in the lab as Cat exits.

Arianna asks Liam if Small Bar is his go-to for drinking his troubles away. Liam admits he doesn’t come here much. They joke together until Arianna sees Gabi come in and tells Liam that her mom can’t see her or she’ll kill her. Arianna panics and tells Liam to do something to hide her so Liam and Arianna start kissing as Gabi and Philip walk in and walk by unaware.

EJ sits in the town square, finishing a phone call about the hospital and police doing everything they can in the search. EJ argues that they wanted to put out a statement but their public relations is the one who has been kidnapped. Cat approaches and jokes that it sounds like he could use his assistant. Cat asks if there are any updates on the investigation. EJ says the police are still searching. Cat mentions hearing from Mark that EJ let them search the lab which surprised her. EJ questions why since it’s his responsibility and not to be a problem in the search. Cat says it’s just the police being extra thorough. EJ invites her to join him but Cat says she has to pick up Felicity at the Bakery since Mark’s boss wouldn’t let him get away. Cat mentions that Mark has been working some pretty wild hours and jokingly asks if she will be able to see him soon. EJ says if all goes according to plan.

Leo asks Dimitri how to sneak back in to Vivian’s estate. Dimitri explains that Vivian will be visiting Stefan’s grave like she does every week and Ivan will likely be with her, so they just need to know when. Leo is sure the florists will give them details on Vivian’s weekly bouquet. Leo asks if they are then going to sneak in. Dimitri says he will knock on the front door while Leo keeps look out for Vivian and Ivan. Dimitri plans to get one of the staff to break and admit he was never there in the first place. Leo worries that the ISA could track them and grab them. Dimitri responds that the ISA already know they are there and could be watching them right now.

After their kiss, Liam hurries Arianna out of the bar while Gabi and Philip sit together. Philip tells Gabi that she looks beautiful and acknowledges her wearing the bracelet he got her in Miami, which Gabi says reminds her of their wonderful trip. Philip asks if Gabi has heard anything about Stefan and if Vivian really had him locked up. Gabi says yes and no as Rafe told her the FBI’s handwriting analysis was inconclusive which means she may never really know whether Stefan wanted to divorce her or not.

Maggie starts to say that Holly drinking would explain her actions but Holly promises that she is not. Holly brings up that Tate asked if she was on drugs earlier and she’s not, but she gets why he would ask that. Holly says it all feels like crashing out on amphetamines like she used to before her overdose. Maggie asks if she’s taking anything. Holly swears she isn’t, outside of birth control pills and skin care supplements but that’s nothing new. Holly asks if Maggie believes her. Maggie assures that she does but it’s difficult to know how to help. Holly says maybe she’s just hormonal or tired. Maggie suggests going to see her doctor. Holly says she will when she has time, so Maggie tells her to make time. Maggie guesses she isn’t getting enough sleep. Holly admits she isn’t and complains about ruining her life and how she hates how she talked to Tate and Arianna. Holly says she keeps snapping at them and she can’t seem to stop. Holly cries that she’s scared she will end up losing Tate for good. Maggie encourages that Tate won’t be scared off and that people who love her are not so easy to lose. Maggie asks if she thinks she could talk Tate.

Liam and Arianna walk through the town square as he apologizes for grabbing her and kissing her. She tells him not to worry about it and says he got her out of there. Liam suggests they hang out sometime which Arianna says would be cool, so she gives him her number as they introduce themselves to each other. Arianna thanks Liam for making a bad night good and kisses him on the cheek as she walks away. Liam then turns around and sees EJ.

Gabi tells Philip about Rafe sending samples of Stefan’s handwriting but she doesn’t know if they will ever know for sure. Philip acknowledges that it must be hard. Gabi feels it shouldn’t mean so much to her and that Stefan’s gone so she should just let it go. Philip disagrees since it matters to her. Philip says he’s not the FBI, but he thinks the signature had to be forged because he doesn’t think it would be possible for Stefan to stop loving her. Gabi thanks him for saying that. Philip insists that Stefan was so lucky to have her in his life. Gabi responds that she’s lucky to have Philip in her life. Gabi asks if they can keep this between them about the signature. Philip asks if it’s a secret. Gabi says there’s just no proof, so Philip assures that she can trust him as they kiss.

Rafe gets a call from Javi. Rafe says it sounds like he’s taking good care of his dad. Rafe mentions not seeing much of Leo and reveals that Leo is out of town.

Dimitri tells Leo that the ISA won’t touch them here and then when he proves his innocence, he’ll surrender. Leo asks what if they can’t prove it. Dimitri guesses that Alamainia will become their home and that Leo will be stuck with him.

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Sarah checks on Chanel at the hospital. Chanel talks about not getting much sleep with Trey keeping her up at night and not being able to find someone to help run the Bakery. Sarah asks if Johnny will be joining them at this check up. Chanel says he should be on his way but might be running late, so she decides to check in.

Jeremy is in a hoodie outside of the Brady Pub.

Alex runs in to EJ in the town square. Alex stops to thank EJ for the picture frame he sent as an engagement gift. EJ reveals that he didn’t send a gift. Alex suggests maybe his assistant did on his behalf but EJ assures that Cat would’ve let him know. Alex tells him that the card was signed under his name. EJ informs Alex that he’s been out of town for weeks and didn’t even know Alex and Stephanie were engaged, so he congratulates him. Alex then begins to worry that something is really wrong and rushes off, so EJ follows after him.

Jada tells Steve that she has notified the state police and the FBI to look out for Jeremy’s car. Steve doesn’t understand how this happened. Jada says she doesn’t know either, but she’s going to find out. Jada says she will contact the officer assigned to Stephanie. She calls him but it goes straight to voicemail, so Steve orders her to try again. Steve says he has to warn Stephanie and tries calling her but she’s not picking up.

Jeremy walks past the Pub and is startled by a phone ringing, revealing that he has Stephanie’s phone as he walks off.

Jada and Steve can’t reach Officer Hansen or Stephanie and decide they need to get to the hospital. Jada calls in to send units to the hospital ASAP as they exit the station.

Kayla goes to check on her patient Mrs. Walsh, but finds she has been replaced in the hospital bed by an unconscious Officer Hansen. Kayla is shocked and rushes to the phone to call a nurse and an IV line. Kayla wakes up Officer Hansen, who asks where he is. Kayla says that he was unconscious and questions where Stephanie is.

Stephanie is unconscious, gagged and tied up in a chair in an unknown location as she then slowly regains consciousness.

Chanel tells Johnny that she gets it and will see him at home as she hangs up and tells Sarah that Johnny is stuck at work. Sarah asks if Chanel wants to hear the baby’s heartbeat. Chanel says she would love to, but feels she should wait for Johnny so Sarah says they can do it at her next appointment or she could record it on her phone to play for Johnny. Chanel says that’s a great idea, so she will do that and then gets emotional upon hearing the heartbeat.

Kayla rushes to her office to find Stephanie is gone. Alex and EJ come in after her and ask what happened. Kayla informs them that Officer Hansen was unconscious and somebody took Stephanie. Alex argues that maybe she’s still in the hospital. EJ says he’ll make sure she doesn’t leave. EJ then makes a call to have the hospital on lockdown immediately as Kayla and Alex rush out to go look for Stephanie. Steve and Jada arrive at the hospital to ask what’s going on. Kayla reveals that Stephanie was in her office but is now gone and worries that Jeremy must have taken her. Jada asks about Officer Hansen. Kayla says he’s alive but was unconscious when she found him. Jada wants all the exits sealed off. EJ comes over and says it’s already done as he ordered security to cooperate with the Salem police. Jada calls in to get all available units to the hospital now.

Stephanie struggles with being tied up and tries to scream.

Jada calls to have every place searched that Jeremy could have Stephanie if they are still in the hospital. EJ informs her that all elevators are shut down while Jada says she has an officer at every entrance and exit. EJ asks if they can keep this out of the press until they get a handle on it but Jada says that won’t be possible as her office is being slammed with inquiries, so they have to make a statement. Jada sends EJ to get access to the security footage and tells Steve and Kayla that there’s no leads on Jeremy, but JJ is at the school, interviewing the staff. Jada then gets a call from JJ.

Sarah tells Chanel that everything looks good and she ordered some blood work, then they will go over the results when they are in. Chanel thanks Sarah for everything and says she can’t wait to play the heartbeat for Johnny, Paulina, and Abe. Chanel asks Sarah how she juggles a high stress job with being a mother. Sarah admits that finding a balance can be tricky. Sarah talks about growing up and then becoming a parent.

Kayla asks how this can be happening as she thought they had this plan all figured out to keep Stephanie safe. Steve doesn’t know what went wrong as they had everything covered and argues that there’s no way Jeremy could’ve known she was here. Jada comes back over, so Kayla asks if JJ found anything. Jada reveals that he did and she’s afraid they are not going to like it.

Sarah shows Chanel pictures of Victoria on her phone and brings up that Victoria keeps asking for her daddy, but she can’t let him be apart of her life right now. Chanel says she’s so sorry. Sarah tells her that she and Johnny are very fortunate to have a wonderful marriage and that they are able to be their for their kids together as a couple. Sarah gets a text and says she has to run, so they will sync up about the blood work later. Chanel thanks her as Sarah then exits the room. Chanel pulls out her phone and listens again to her baby’s heartbeat.

Jada informs Steve and Kayla that JJ interviewed Jeremy’s students as they were the last to see him and they said they saw police lights outside the window, then Jeremy went to the bathroom and never came back. Steve questions the cops not seeing him trying to leave. Jada responds that the working theory is that Jeremy crawled through the bathroom window. Jada reveals that his car is still in the parking lot, so he must be on foot. Steve says that means he couldn’t have gone far. Steve says he will check in with his Black Patch contacts to track him down. Alex comes back over and asks if there are any updates. Jada says there’s nothing conclusive. Alex reveals he might know exactly how Jeremy saw right through their plan.

Stephanie struggles with being tied up while telling herself not to panic as someone then enters the room.

Alex reveals to Jada and Kayla that EJ never gave them a gift, so he thinks the picture frame was bugged. Jada says she’ll have officers take Alex home to inspect it but Alex says not to waste them on that as he wants every officer they have looking for Stephanie. Kayla reminds him that Stephanie may have been Jeremy’s target, but he tried to kill Alex twice. Jada agrees that Jeremy could’ve grabbed Stephanie to lure Alex and he’d be walking right in to his trap. EJ decides he’ll go with Alex so they only have to spare one officer. Jada adds that she will need access to every inch of the hospital including the clinic and the lab. EJ says that won’t be a problem and that he will go call Mark to open up the lab now. Alex steps aside with EJ. Jada asks Kayla if Officer Hansen is in any shape to be questioned. Kayla says as long as Sarah gives the clear. Jada assures Kayla that they will find Stephanie as she goes to find Officer Hansen in the exam room. Chanel comes out from her hospital room just as Paulina arrives and they both question what is going on. Chanel says she came for her check up and it wasn’t this crazy when she got there. Paulina suggests if they want to know about the trouble, they should go directly to the sources as she approaches EJ to question what in the hell he has done now. EJ reveals that Stephanie has been kidnapped from the hospital.

Jada joins Sarah with Officer Hansen and asks him what happened. He says it’s still all foggy but he remembers a doctor walking by in scrubs with a tray of test tubes. He says the doctor dropped one, so he went to pick one up and that’s all he remembers. Jada asks if he remembers anything about him. He says he was tall with an athletic build. Jada asks if he thinks it’s possible that Jeremy attacked him. He confirms it definitely could’ve been him.

Paulina questions Stephanie being kidnapped from the hospital while Chanel says she’s so sorry. Paulina can’t imagine what Kayla has been going through and asks where Jada is. Kayla says she’s questioning the last person to see Stephanie while EJ mentions allowing full access and states that the hospital is on lockdown. Kayla blames EJ for cutting the budget of the security department like he did all the other departments. EJ shouts that he’s not the enemy and reminds that it was the police that were overpowered by Jeremy, not his guys. Alex stops them and says they are not going to fight when they need to find Stephanie. A cop comes over and announces he’s been assigned to EJ and Alex. Kayla tells them to go find the picture frame as maybe that’s the lead that Jada needs, so they exit.

Steve goes to the Horton house and asks Julie if she has seen Jeremy. Julie responds that Jeremy is at the elementary school for his last day of teaching and questions what’s going on. Steve reveals that the police believe he kidnapped his daughter.

Jeremy reveals himself to Stephanie as the man dressed as a doctor that kidnapped her. Jeremy declares that he’s sorry as he thought winning her back would be easier, but she had to do things the hard way. Jeremy says that she said she wanted nothing to do with him, but if that was true, he wouldn’t have written about him in her book. Jeremy states that he got the message loud and clear in One Stormy Night. Jeremy agrees to remove her gag as long as she doesn’t scream. Stephanie tells him he doesn’t have to do this. Jeremy responds that there’s nothing he wouldn’t do for her as he loves her and he knows she loves him. Stephanie says she doesn’t and she could never love him again after what he’s done. Jeremy laughs that she’s just being stubborn but he’s patient and she’ll come around to realize how she truly feels about him, once Alex is out of the picture. Stephanie pleads with him not to hurt Alex. Jeremy tells Stephanie that he’ll make sure Alex doesn’t suffer and leaves the room, leaving Stephanie screaming for him to come back as she starts to cry.

Officer Hansen says he has to get back out there but Sarah stops him, reminding that he was unconscious. He argues that Stephanie was under his watch and now she’s missing, so he can’t just do nothing. Sarah argues that he can’t be out on the streets looking for Jeremy so Jada sends him to the police station to help look through the security footage. Sarah then reveals to Jada that there’s no sign of injury, so Officer Hansen wasn’t knocked out by blunt force, but he was drugged. Jada tells her that she’s sorry since she knows Jeremy is family. Sarah knew he was a suspect but she couldn’t imagine him doing something like this. Sarah adds that she’s sorry since she knows Stephanie is a close friend of Jada’s. Jada prays that they find her and that she’s alright. Sarah joins Kayla in another exam room and hugs her.

Julie tells Steve that she doesn’t believe this and that it’s a mistake. Steve assures it’s not and that Jeremy has been targeting Stephanie and Alex for months. Steve shows Julie the video from Halloween where Jeremy tried to stab Alex. Julie starts to cry and can’t believe it, but acknowledges that the video is proof. Steve says he’s sorry. Julie responds that she’s sorry as the truth was right in front of her but she couldn’t see it. Julie asks how she can help. Steve says to call him or the police station if Jeremy tries to contact her. Steve is sure that the police may want to search his room. Julie says they won’t find much since he packed up all of his stuff as he planned to drive to New York after school. Steve asks if Julie has any idea where Jeremy might have taken Stephanie. Julie reveals that she actually does.

EJ and Alex walk past the Brady Pub and talk about how Jeremy could be waiting at the apartment building. Alex agrees and says there’s no way he’ll have eyes on the service entry in the back. As they walk off, Jeremy appears behind.

Chanel tells Paulina that she needs to let Johnny what’s going on before he finds out from someone else, but she gets a sudden pain.

Kayla tells Sarah that they did everything they could to protect Stephanie, but they failed and now she’s just waiting for anyone to tell them she’s alright so she’s frustrated. Sarah encourages that miracles do happen every day, so they have to keep the faith that their prayers will be answered. Sarah invites Kayla to the chapel, so they exit together.

Julie tells Steve that it’s just speculation on her part, but that he might have taken Stephanie to the Horton family cabin on Smith Island since he loved it as a kid and does have a key. Steve gets a text that the police will be there shortly to search his room. Julie feels she must call Jeremy’s father as he deserves to know, but it will be a terrible shock to him.

Alex and EJ go to Alex and Stephanie’s apartment where the cop begins to bag the picture frame. Alex says maybe he was wrong and it was just a frame but EJ questions why it was said to be from him then. EJ takes a closer look and finds the bug in the frame.

Julie finishes her call with Jeremy’s father Mike, who says he hasn’t heard from him either. Steve says he should get going while Julie says she’ll get to him right away if she thinks of anything else. Steve knows this can’t be easy for her. Julie says it’s nothing compared to what he’s going through. Julie cries that she’s so sorry for defending Jeremy for so long. Steve is not sure it would’ve made a difference as he thought he did everything he could to protect Stephanie, but it wasn’t enough. Steve then exits.

Alex says their plan fell apart because Jeremy was one step ahead of them this entire time. Alex speaks in to the frame to say that Jeremy is not getting away with this and swears to kill him with his bare hands if he lays a hand on Stephanie. Alex then rushes out while EJ questions where he is going.

Paulina asks Chanel if it’s the baby. Chanel says she just needs to sit down and she’s fine. Steve returns to the hospital and tells Jada that Julie and Mike haven’t heard from Jeremy, but it’s possible that he’s hiding out at the Horton cabin on Smith Island. Jada says she will have JJ lead the search. Jada then gets a text from forensics that they finished dusting Kayla’s office but were not able to pull any fingerprints. Kayla and Sarah come over to ask if there’s anything but Steve says not yet. Kayla encourages keeping the faith. Steve assures that he’s not losing faith and will be asking God for help, but until then, he will turn the hospital and the entire town upside down until they find Stephanie. Steve hugs Kayla, assuring they will find her.

Stephanie dreams of Alex coming to rescue her, only to be shot by Jeremy, then wakes up still tied up and screams as she cries.

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Johnny meets Bonnie at the Kiriakis Mansion. Bonnie excitedly asks if he read her book. Johnny confirms that he did and he passed it on to the heads of DiMera publishing. Bonnie asks what they thought. Johnny explains that DiMera has typically published non-fiction books in the past so this would be a change but they do recognize the popularity of romance novels. Bonnie wants to know about her romance novel. Johnny reveals that they read it, think it’s very exciting, and would like to make her an offer. Bonnie is thrilled and hugs Johnny.

At the hospital, Steve tells Kayla that they are good to go for the sting operation as Alex is on his way to the courthouse with an undercover officer who looks like Stephanie to pretend to get married. Steve notes that there’s still a chance that Jeremy is not the stalker, but whoever it is will definitely show up and that’s when they grab him. Kayla thinks they need to assume it is Jeremy, but questions if it’s a good idea to try and trap him as she worries if the whole thing goes sideways. Steve assures her that won’t happen because he will be there with Jada and a dozen other cops, waiting to take that psycho down. Steve reminds Kayla that Stephanie will be in Kayla’s office with a cop guarding the door. Kayla can’t wait until the day is over with Jeremy behind bars and the rest of them all home safe. Steve tells her to count on it.

Alex brings Stephanie tea at home to try to calm her down. Stephanie hates that Alex is putting himself out there as bait. Alex assures that he will be fine and the courthouse will be crawling with undercover cops. Stephanie wants to be there with him too. The stalker listens in from the bugged picture frame as Alex says he will feel a lot better knowing that Stephanie is safe in Kayla’s office and adds that when that freak makes his move, he will be in for a big surprise. Stephanie knows all signs point to Jeremy being the stalker, but for his family’s sake, she hopes he’s not. Alex says his money is on Jeremy and they are going to catch him in the act and lock him up because they have everything they need. Alex declares that if all goes according to plan, this will all finally be over.

Bonnie excitedly tells Johnny how they could give a pair of fuzzy handcuffs to everyone who buys her book and they can recreate scenes from it. Bonnie suggests Johnny take another pair to Chanel and starts talking about how her and Justin used them. Bonnie asks what Chanel thought of her book but Johnny says she’s been too busy to read it. Bonnie mentions not wanting Justin to read it until it was a real published book and now that’s really going to happen. Bonnie declares that she’s going to be a published romance novelist.

Steve notes that Kayla still looks worried. Kayla admits she feels guilty as she was just telling Marlena that all those years ago, Stephanie was in an abusive relationship with Jeremy and they didn’t do anything to protect her or know how bad it was. Kayla feels they should’ve been all over it and done more to help her when Jeremy came back to Salem. Steve insists they are doing that now. Kayla doesn’t think it’s a good idea to have Jeremy feel trapped. Kayla is trying to tell herself to be brave. Kayla talks about worrying more about their kids now that they are older. Steve says the hardest part of being a parent is not always being able to keep their kids safe, but points out that Stephanie is in Salem and promises they will keep her safe.

Jada joins Alex and Stephanie in their apartment. Jada mentions the police escorts outside while Alex reassures Stephanie that they will be safe. Jada says she’s going to update Steve on everything going on. Jada knows Stephanie is worried but assures it will all work out. Stephanie decides she’s ready to go. Alex says he will swing by the Kiriakis Mansion to give Justin a heads up about everything and share the news. Jada shows them a photo from the cop tailing Jeremy so they know what he’s wearing and advises them to keep their guard up. Stephanie thanks Jada and hugs her. Jada says they are almost to the finish line and tells Alex that she will see him at the courthouse as she exits. The stalker listens in from the bugged picture frame as Stephanie tells Alex that if all goes as planned, they can tell everybody they eloped on Valentine’s Day and are already husband and wife. Stephanie guesses she has no choice but to pretend she’s still single. Alex says not quite yet as he sometimes thinks he hasn’t told her enough how much he really loves her and calls her the best thing to ever happen to him. Stephanie says she loves him with all her heart forever and always as they kiss.

Johnny is glad Bonnie is excited and says DiMera is excited as well. Bonnie wants to see the contract he has drawn up. Justin then walks in and asks what’s going on. Bonnie informs him that Johnny is here to buy her book. Justin congratulates her. Bonnie says he’s here just in time to read over the contract and make sure she’s getting what she’s worth. Johnny shows Justin the contract but advises that they are in a very tight window to get the book out, so any back and forth could push back the publishing date. Bonnie asks if she should want more money. Justin thinks they should discuss it in private but Bonnie says she’s good with what they are offering on the condition that they have the Bakery create edible handcuffs for all of her book signings. Johnny says he’ll have to talk to Chanel but he’s sure they can figure something out. Alex then arrives.

Stephanie joins Kayla and Steve in Kayla’s office at the hospital. They check on how she’s doing. Stephanie talks about how crazy the last few months have been with the stalker situation and feels she totally brought it on herself. Stephanie feels Jeremy came back to town because he recognized the story in her book. Kayla says normal people don’t act like that. Stephanie calls Jeremy not normal and talks about how he came back remorseful so she gave him a second chance and now she worries that he’s after her and wants Alex dead. Steve insists no one is to blame except Jeremy or whoever is targeting her. Stephanie still regrets dragging them, Jada, and the police in to this. Steve says she didn’t drag anyone. Stephanie is grateful for their help but can’t believe something wonderful and exciting turned in to something horrible.. Stephanie says she had a great career and asks why she had to want more. Kayla encourages her book writing and says she’s very proud of her. Kayla tells Stephanie that she deserves to enjoy the happiness she worked for. Steve agrees not to let some loser take that away from her. Stephanie is so blessed to have the most supporting and loving parents. Stephanie thanks them for helping her through this. Kayla assures they would always do anything for her. They talk about Stephanie getting married. Steve says it took some time for him to get to know Alex, but he sees now that he’s a good man that loves her, so he definitely deserves her. Stephanie cries that she loves them both so much as they hug.

Jada is at the police station, watching security footage on her laptop that catches her eye.

Stephanie says that’s enough crying and it’s time to get to work as she thanks Kayla for letting her use her office. Kayla calls it a good place to hide while Stephanie notes that she will be doing some hospital work while there. Kayla is sure she could put that aside until after Jeremy is caught but Stephanie says EJ might not agree as he wants her to put out a press release on the success of the free clinic in it’s first three months. Kayla admits she has to applaud that the clinic is making a big difference in everyone’s lives and changing the community. Kayla asks if EJ is going to collaborate on her press release. Stephanie says he’ll probably look it over but he has other things to take care of, so he won’t be there until later. Kayla says she’ll have a nice and peaceful place to work then. Stephanie says she’ll just have to find a way to focus while all she can think of is what’s happening at the courthouse.

Alex asks what brings Johnny by the Kiriakis Mansion. Bonnie gladly informs him that DiMera decided to buy her book that Titan wouldn’t read. Alex says he’s happy it worked out and congratulates her. Johnny gets a call so he steps out to answer it. Justin is surprised Alex is here and not getting ready for his wedding. Bonnie explains that she found their wedding website which she showed to Justin immediately. Justin adds that they know they decided to elope at the courthouse today. Bonnie admits her surprise as she thought they wanted a big blowout wedding. Alex says he didn’t think they would see that. Bonnie asks if they can be there for their big moment now that they know. Alex then reveals that they aren’t eloping today because they already got married, surprising Justin and Bonnie.

Stephanie introduces Kayla to Officer Hansen, who has been keeping an eye on her. Kayla gets paged to the ER and says she’ll be back to check on them as she exits. Officer Hansen then tells Stephanie that he’ll be right outside the door.

Steve joins Jada at the police station. Jada informs him that she’s been going over the security footage of Jeremy at the town square from Halloween. Jada then shows Steve the footage shows someone in a mask wearing a scientist costume, just like Jeremy’s, and that he has a knife in his hand about to stab Alex. Steve then declares that this means Jeremy is the stalker while Jada states that they have him dead to rights.

Alex explains to Justin and Bonnie that all he knew was that Stephanie had a big Valentine’s Day surprise for him in Chicago, then he was blindfolded and led to a wedding chapel where Stephanie asked him then and there to marry her. Bonnie calls that the most ridiculously romantic thing but wishes they could have been there. Alex says he does too and wasn’t trying to keep it from them, but it just happened and now he’s here to fill them in. Justin says he’s disappointed they missed it but he’s very happy for them. Alex assures that they will still have a big wedding for family and friends. Justin asks how Stephanie came up with this surprise. Alex explains that when they went to get the marriage license for the fake elopement, she got the idea to do it for real and he loved it. Alex notes that Jada was their witness/bodyguard/maid of honor. Bonnie calls it wonderful and asks about his ring. Alex reminds them that with the stalker situation, he can’t be seen wearing it. Justin admits he’s not a fan of the sting operation. Alex assures that it was meticulously planned out. Justin worries that Jeremy is a homicidal maniac and will have a plan too. Alex insists that he’s got cops all over and being shadowed everywhere he goes. Alex promises that he’ll be fine and that after today, they’ll never have to think about this again.

Jada tells Steve that they can arrest Jeremy now on charges that will stick, so she needs to get officers over to North Salem Elementary. Steve worries about little kids seeing their teacher dragged away in handcuffs. Jada says she’ll make sure they do it right. Steve suggests waiting a few minutes school is out which Jada says is what she was thinking too as they pull out their phones. Steve calls Stephanie and tells her that they got proof that Jeremy is the stalker and the police is about to arrest him. Stephanie questions it happening already since Alex isn’t even at the courthouse yet. Steve tells her there’s no need as they got Jeremy on video from Halloween. Stephanie can’t believe it and calls it fantastic news. Stephanie says she’ll call Alex now. Steve tells her that Jada is texting him now and that it’s almost over. Stephanie thanks Steve. Steve tells her to stay in Kayla’s office until she hears from him as they hang up. Someone then enters the office dressed as a nurse. Stephanie tells them that if they’re looking for Kayla, she got called away on an emergency.

Johnny returns to the living room and asks if they know there’s a guy hanging around outside. Alex confirms that he’s with him. Bonnie asks Johnny if his long phone call was about her book. Johnny says it wasn’t as they can’t move forward with the publication until her deal is closed. Johnny tells her to look over the contract and sign it as DiMera are eager to publish One Stormy Afternoon and get it on bookshelves. Bonnie remarks that there will then be two famous authors in the family. Alex is sure when Stephanie finds out, she’ll be calling to congratulate her. Johnny tells Justin that he has a legal question before he leaves. Johnny says he and Chanel have a hearing to finalize Trey’s adoption and asks if they should do anything special to prepare for it. Justin calls it just a formality and he expects it to be very joyous. Justin recalls when he and Adrienne adopted their boys and then got pregnant with Sonny. Bonnie comments on that happening all the time. Johnny reveals that he can relate because Chanel is pregnant.

Steve calls Kayla and tells her that Jeremy should be in custody in minutes. Kayla is relieved and says she can finally breathe as she calls it great news. Kayla suggests starting an online language course so she could learn Mandarin before they go visit Tripp and Wendy in Hong Kong. Steve decides he’ll bring home Chinese takeout for dinner then as they hang up. Jada is on the phone, angrily telling her officer to find Jeremy as she hangs up. Jada then informs Steve that Jeremy wasn’t at the school and they don’t know where he is.

The man dressed as a nurse tells Stephanie that he’s just dropping things off for Kayla, but he then goes behind Stephanie and grabs her from behind with a rag over her face as she screams.

Justin congratulates Johnny as Bonnie says she understands why Chanel hasn’t had time to read her book and asks when the baby is due. Johnny notes that Chanel is three months pregnant now. Bonnie says there’s nothing better than holding a newborn and asks how Chanel is feeling. Johnny admits she’s pretty wiped out and experiencing morning sickness. Bonnie calls that a sign that the baby is doing well and asks if they know it’s a boy or a girl. Johnny says not yet but it’s a healthy baby. Justin sends their best. Johnny asks them to keep it quiet for now as they aren’t quite ready for the world to know yet which they agree to. Alex tells Johnny that he’s thrilled for them as well. Bonnie calls it a day of exciting news.

At the nurse’s desk, a nurse tells Kayla that she has another patient waiting.

Justin, Bonnie, Alex, and Johnny have a drink. Justin decides he and Bonnie should look over her contract. Bonnie thanks Johnny again and reminds him about the edible handcuffs as she and Justin leave together. Alex tells Johnny that he’s sorry if it was awkward with Bonnie’s book but he’s glad it all worked out and repeats that he’s thrilled for he and Chanel. Johnny congratulates Alex and Stephanie on the engagement. Johnny decides he should get back to the office so Alex says it was good to see him as Johnny exits. Alex then gets a text from Jada that the sting operation is off and to call for details.

Jada tells Steve that she has notified the state police and the FBI to look out for Jeremy’s car. Steve doesn’t understand how this happened. Jada says she doesn’t know either, but she’s going to find out. Jada says she will contact the officer assigned to Stephanie. She calls him but it goes straight to voicemail, so Steve orders her to try again.

Kayla goes to check on her patient Mrs. Walsh, but finds she has been replaced in the hospital bed by an unconscious Officer Hansen.

Stephanie is unconscious, gagged and tied up in a chair in an unknown location.

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Gabi sits in the town square on a work call. She hangs up when she gets another call from Philip, asking when he can see her again. Gabi says it’s only been five minutes and thought he was swamped at work. They agree to meet later for dinner as they hang up.

Cat goes to see Rafe, who says he doesn’t have good news. Rafe reveals that Dimitri jumped bail and fled the country, adding that it looks like it wasn’t a solo act and that he had a helping hand from Leo Stark.

Jada goes to the DiMera Mansion and tells EJ that she came to ask him if he’s heard from Dimitri. EJ says no and questions why she would assume he has. EJ says Dimitri might be family but they aren’t exactly chummy and since it’s been confirmed that he conspired with Vivian in the kidnapping plot, he’s no longer welcome and he plans to kick him out. Jada responds that it won’t be necessary since Dimitri fled Salem with the help of someone EJ might know.

Leo and Dimitri arrive at a hotel room in Alamainia. Dimitri tells Leo that he can take the bed while he takes the floor which Leo calls nice of him. Dimitri bets that Leo thought he’d try to talk him in to sharing the bed with him. Dimitri acknowledges that Leo has been very good to him and he knows how much he’s risking to help him, so he will respect his boundaries. Leo says he appreciates that and will hold him to it. Dimitri asks to borrow a pillow which Leo allows.

Vivian’s servant Ivan is on the phone with her, assuring that he will take care of everything.

EJ assumes Jada is talking about Leo which she confirms. Jada explains that Dimitri barged in the hospital with Leo, claiming a sprained ankle and needing an x-ray while Leo pulled the fire alarm, mayhem ensued and they escaped. EJ asks if they know what transport they used. Jada informs him that they took the Von Leuschner jet from a private airfield. EJ asks what the flight plan revealed. Jada reveals they landed in Alamainia.

Dimitri asks Leo about the book he’s reading. Leo says it’s called “Letting Go”. Leo then complains about Dimitri wearing Javi’s work shirt as part of his disguise to escape the hospital, so Dimitri agrees to remove it, leaving him shirtless in front of Leo.

Rafe tells Cat that they know Leo pulled the fire alarm and that the surveillance footage showed Dimitri in an EMT uniform, so he believes Leo used his relationship with Javi to help Dimitri. Cat mentions working with Dimitri when he was at the ISA and something about him rubbed her the wrong way, then when she found out he was a double agent, it all made sense. Cat mentions that Dimitri hasn’t seen her since being back in Salem and that she’s made sure to avoid him. Cat adds that her own siblings didn’t recognize her after her plastic surgery, so she questions why Dimitri would.

EJ questions why Jada is here if they suspect Dimitri to be in Alamainia. Jada presents a warrant to search Dimitri’s room and says that forensics will be there soon. EJ says he has no objection. Jada then shows him the composite sketch from the artist that Liam helped with and asks if EJ recognizes him. EJ says he doesn’t and asks if he should. Jada explains that they believe he may have been an accessory in EJ’s kidnapping. EJ says he hopes she finds whoever it is.

In Alamainia, the man from the sketch goes to Ivan and says he needs a favor, so he asks Ivan to cover his absence with Vivian because he has some business to take care of in Salem. Ivan is sure Vivian will be happy to allow him access to the private jet, especially since he will be using it to eliminate anyone who could connect her to being Peter Blake’s accomplice.

Jada runs in to Gabi in the town square, so Gabi invites her to join her table which Jada accepts. Jada asks how Valentine’s Day in Miami was with Philip. Gabi calls it a very romantic Valentine’s and says they had a wonderful time. Gabi adds that Philip has really been there for her, noting that the trip could’ve been a disaster but Philip has been amazing and supportive. Jada asks what he’s been supportive about.

Cat asks if Rafe is going to fly back to Alamainia to track down Dimitri and Leo. Rafe says it’s one thing at a time and that Andrew and Paul are on their way there now. Rafe adds that they have plenty to deal with here and asks Cat about her dinner with EJ last night. Cat says it was fine but she didn’t get any closer to getting a glimpse of the secret room, so they are no closer to finding out who was staying in there. Rafe says he knows they thought who it was would be tied to the DiMera kidnappings but now that seems unlikely. Rafe is pretty sure whoever it was is somehow tied to something corrupt going on. Rafe asks if there’s any information on EJ’s secret lab. Cat says not exactly and brings up trying to jog EJ’s memory about their time in the Italian clinic. Cat thought that would make EJ confide in her and trust her, then says it’s working maybe a little too well.

Rita goes to see EJ at the DiMera Mansion. EJ tells her that they need to talk about their Vivian Alamain project. Rita asks if he means making sure she pays for teaming up with Peter Blake. EJ says it won’t be a walk in the park since Vivian is in Alamainia, but he won’t let that get in the way of getting justice so he plans on taking matters in to his own hands. EJ tells Rita that he needs to know how the police got the sketch so he can find out who is working with Vivian. EJ adds that he also just found out that Dimitri is in Alamainia with Leo. Rita asks why that’s a problem. EJ explains that Dimitri trying to prove his innocence could end up implicating he and Gwen, which they cannot let happen at all costs. EJ adds that there’s another reason he wants Dimitri dealt with, because if he does prove Gwen kidnapped him then her assets can’t be unfrozen and that cash flow is paramount to the entire hospital project, at least until Stefano’s will is read.

Dimitri puts a shirt on and asks Leo if they should finalize their plan of attack. Leo asks if he has something new to add. Dimitri responds that he’s been setting things up and may have come up with a list of potential places he was held. Leo asks how he could identify the house if he was never able to go outside. Dimitri says he has the run of the interior since he was bored and lonely, so he memorized every inch of the place. Dimitri adds that the only thing keeping him going was the belief that he could return to his life. Dimitri is pretty sure he can rule out most of the places he wasn’t being held and then it’s just a matter of deducing where it was. Dimitri thinks the first place they should go is Vivian’s estate because he was never there and intends to prove it. Leo asks if he’s out of his mind.

The man tells Ivan that he assured Vivian that no one could connect him to her, but unfortunately that wasn’t quite true. Ivan informs him that Dimitri just landed in Alamainia, looking to clear his name. He asks if Ivan wants him to handle that before he goes. Ivan calls that a very generous offer but says they are well equipped to take care of Dimitri, so there will be no problem at all.

Gabi tells Jada about finding out that Stefan is really dead and turning in to an emotional wreck. Gabi thought she was going to ruin the whole weekend but it turned out really great because Philip is so kind and understanding. Jada tells Gabi that’s what she deserves. Gabi says she’s not so sure about that but she feels really lucky, so she hopes it doesn’t all blow up in her face. Jada questions why she would say that.

Rafe questions Cat saying EJ remembered their connection too well. Cat explains that EJ wanted to jog his memory so he had her read to him like she did in the clinic. Rafe asks how that went. Cat says they got interrupted but she was surprised at how intent EJ was about learning about that time of his life, questioning what more he needs to know. Rafe guesses EJ wonders why they have that connection. Cat says they were both victims of Clyde, not that she wants EJ finding out how she was tied to Clyde. Rafe points out that her cover would be blown, which Cat assures she will not let happen.

Rita asks EJ if he will no longer need Gwen’s help after Stefano’s will is read. EJ confirms if it goes as he expects. Rita asks if he’s concerned it might not. EJ says he drew up Stefano’s will and knows every detail, so he’s not anticipating any surprises.

Dimitri tells Leo that he thinks visiting Vivian is a very good idea. Leo argues that she won’t tell them anything. Dimitri points out that Vivian has staff, who know he was never there and how his belongings got there. Dimitri says he has money and money talks while they are both adept at extracting information from people so there’s nothing to worry about. Dimitri feels he’s faced off with far more dangerous figures than Vivian. Dimitri reveals that he also has a gun and knows how to use it, causing Leo to worry about what he’s gotten himself in to.

Rafe asks Cat if she questioned EJ about the electricity theft. Cat says he was keeping his cards close to his vest. Cat reveals that she did get a device from the ISA to get the numbers for the code for the lab. Rafe says he’ll take it there but Cat asks to do it, pointing out that Mark said EJ is working from home today and she has a built in excuse of working for EJ while Rafe doesn’t, so Rafe reluctantly agrees to let Cat go.

Rita tells EJ that she knows the particulars of Stefano’s will. EJ assures her that she will get her due. They talk about the inheritance being split among the living heirs of Stefano which EJ happily points out takes Peter, Jake, and Stefan out of the running.

Jada asks Gabi why things would blow up with Philip. Gabi responds that given her romantic history, she’s always waiting for something to go terribly wrong. Jada says she totally gets that, but just because things have gone wrong in the past doesn’t mean it always will. Jada encourages that it’s time they start telling happier stories which Gabi agrees with. Gabi is still sad that Jada and Rafe didn’t work out. Jada says it wasn’t meant to be, but tells Gabi that she went out with Theo last night and it went good, so he wants to see her again. Jada brings up their trivia double date night which Gabi thinks they can make happen.

Dimitri and Leo go to Vivian’s estate where Ivan tells Dimitri that Vivian is expecting him, so Dimitri questions where she is. Ivan responds that he’s afraid she will not see him, so Dimitri asks why the hell not.

Gabi goes home and greets Rafe, who notes that she seems to be in high spirits. Gabi confirms that she is and says Miami was the best. Gabi shows Rafe the bracelet that Philip got her for Valentine’s Day. Rafe guesses they are getting serious. Gabi admits they are and that they just get each other so it feels easy and natural with no need to pretend or impress. Gabi feels they bring out the best in each other.

Dimitri demands an answer as to where Vivian is. Leo argues that Ivan just said she was expecting him. Dimitri tells Ivan that he was never there and he knows that, so their little game is about to come to an end.

Rita asks EJ if there’s anything else. EJ says there has been something he’s been wanting to ask her which only she and Sami would know about. EJ brings up when he was laid up in the Italian hospital years ago and when he woke up to reclaim his life, his relationship with Sami had changed. EJ says at the time, he assumed it was from the trauma from the accident but he never quite understood the change of heart. EJ is beginning to think that maybe it wasn’t about Sami, but about Cat Green.

Cat goes to EJ’s lab at the hospital and prepares to sneak in.

Rafe tells Gabi that if she’s happy, he’s happy. Rafe then gets a text with the results from the handwriting analysis from Gabi’s divorce papers, so Gabi asks what it says. Rafe reveals they are inconclusive and need more handwriting samples. Rafe assures that he will find some and says he’s sorry that this leaves Gabi in limbo. Gabi says she knows now that Stefan is gone so it shouldn’t matter to her, but it does and she needs to know whether Stefan wanted their marriage to end or not.

Ivan assures Dimitri that there is no game being played and asks to keep this civilized. Dimitri asks where Vivian is and when she’s coming back. Ivan says they can discuss it over tea, noting that it’s shipped directly from India. Ivan hands them their tea, then questions why they are hesitating. Leo accuses Ivan of poisoning the tea. Ivan asks if he thinks this is a spy movie. Dimitri tells Ivan to take a sip of his tea then. Ivan responds that he has his own cup. Dimitri decides that it was a big mistake to come here and deal with Ivan. Dimitri mocks Ivan being loyal to Vivian and says he leads a sad life. Ivan disagrees and says his life is filled with laughter and joy, adding that he and Vivian count their blessings. Dimitri remarks that he’s glad they stay in this country so he never has to see them, until he comes back to get his belongings. Dimitri shouts that this is not over by a long shot as he storms out with Leo.

Rita asks EJ what Cat Green has to do with any of this. EJ explains that it’s come to his attention that they were recovering at the same hospital in Italy at the same time which he calls a strange coincidence. EJ says neither of them have great memory from that time except for Cat reading to him at his bedside. EJ declares that what he does know is that he a strong pull towards Cat now and he wonders if something happened between them that changed his feelings towards Sami.

Cat uses her decoder on the key pad to the lab.

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Brady brings Rachel and Kristen to the new apartment. Rachel calls the place awesome while Brady tells her that her stuff is already in her room and encourages her about there being a pool, hot tub, and playground downstairs. Kristen says most importantly, it’s safe and friendly place for her to live while Rachel declares the best part is that Kristen will be living with them as they hug.

Tate and Holly are at the Brady Pub as Holly complains that she looks awful and is breaking out. Holly then takes more of what she thinks are her skin supplements but are Sophia’s medication.

Sophia is in her room at Bayview and thinks back to sabotaging Holly’s skin care routine by switching her pills out and looks up that Holly’s pills could be taken up to four times a day.

Dimitri joins Leo in his room at the Salem Inn and complains that he’s been unable to deactivate his ankle monitor as none of his old ISA tricks worked. Leo says he did some research of his own and reveals his idea is lube.

Sarah walks through the town square and sees Xander and Gwen in each others’ arms. Xander decides he will get them some scones. Gwen tells him to hurry back. They kiss and Xander then walks away. Gwen then calls out to Sarah and says she knows she just saw her and Xander, so she asks if Sarah is afraid of what she has to say to her. Sarah responds that she was walking away because she doesn’t give a damn what she has to say. Gwen asks if she doesn’t give a damn that she and Xander spent all night making passionate love just like the old days. Sarah says if Xander wants to be involved with a wretched human like her, then he can do whatever the hell he wants. Xander comes back and says good morning to Sarah. Sarah responds that she has to go to work and walks away.

Brady reminds Rachel that Kristen is only staying there until she finds her own place, maybe a month or so. Rachel asks what if she doesn’t find a place that fast. Kristen tells her not to worry about that as her focus is on taking care of her, which means they have to be prepared for her hearing. Brady brings up Belle wanting the judge to know that Rachel is in therapy and doing well, so they have to go to Dr. Fuller today. Rachel questions if they have to and brings up school. Brady says they will bring her in a little late. Rachel argues that it’s Thomas’s last day before he goes to Arizona. Rachel adds that it’s also Jeremy’s last day which Kristen guesses she isn’t upset about. Rachel says she doesn’t care either way. Brady hopes she’s not planning to pull any prank on him. Rachel says no way and asks why she would do that. Brady repeats that he hopes she wouldn’t and that the judge wants to know that she is doing well and obeying the rules. Brady adds that therapy is also about getting her to feel better. Rachel says whatever as long as she doesn’t have to see Dr. Gregory anymore or go back to Bayview. Kristen tells her she will never again.

Leo tells Dimitri that he will just smear the lube on his ankle which Dimitri jokes feels kind of good. Leo tries pulling the ankle monitor off to no avail. Dimitri guesses he doesn’t want to kiss it to make it better.

Holly looks up Maisy’s social media and wonders if she should send her a message to apologize since she was pretty awful to her. Tate asks if she’s actually sorry. Holly admits she’s not but she’s mortified that she lost it in front of everybody. Holly decides it doesn’t matter since she already blew it with the sorority. Tate asks about all the others she rushed but Holly says it’s too late as she turned down all of their bids. Holly is then surprised to see that Maisy tagged her in a post, but panics when she sees what it is.

Leo reminds Dimitri that he’s only helping him because he believes he’s innocent. Leo states that he does care about Dimitri but his heart belongs to Javi. Dimitri argues that Javi left town with no return date. Leo argues that Javi will be back and until then, he will be loyal and true, so he doesn’t want Dimitri to take advantage of this situation. Leo tells Dimitri to just give it up because it’s a lost cause. Dimitri says just like his ankle monitor but Leo refuses to accept defeat on that. Leo then goes back to trying to remove the ankle monitor.

Brady and Kristen bring Rachel to the hospital where Sarah greets them. Sarah tells Rachel it’s good to see her and she’s so glad she is home. Rachel apologizes again to Sarah for what she did. Sarah says it’s okay and she already accepted her apology, so they are good. Rachel then hugs Sarah. Kristen says they need to get to her appointment. Brady tells Rachel he will be there waiting to drive her to school. Sarah tells Rachel to have a good session. Kristen then tells Brady that she will see him at home and glares at Sarah as Kristen walks Rachel to her appointment. Sarah asks Brady what that was about.

Xander and Gwen sit together in the town square. Gwen asks if he’s upset that she told Sarah about them. Xander asks why he would be. Gwen guesses it must have been satisfying to see Sarah all bothered like that. Xander is just glad she knows that he’s moved on. Gwen says it’s not like they have a real relationship and that it’s just fun with no depth. Xander thinks being friends with benefits suits them both nicely. Gwen asks how often he wants to take advantage of the friends with benefits thing. Xander responds that he was thinking as often as possible as they kiss.

Sophia continues to read about the side effects of the pills and goes to read the comments on the video of Holly going off on Maisy. Sophia happily reads a comment that says Holly is a bitch.

Holly can’t believe this is happening and tells Tate that a video of her going off on Maisy is posted on her page. Holly panics about Maisy having a ton of followers and how everyone is going to see this. Holly then sees #HollyJonasIsABitch is a trending hashtag and asks how they can say that when they don’t even know her. Tate tries to tell her it’s going to be okay but Holly disagrees and asks how he doesn’t see that. Holly declares her social life is over and that it’s all Sophia’s fault. Tate doesn’t understand what Sophia has to do with the video. Holly asks if he’s defending her now. Tate says he’s not and just doesn’t understand. Holly argues that Maisy is clearly in to Tate. Tate argues that he’s never even met her while Holly complains that she obviously knows who he is. Holly complains that the whole reason she went off is because Maisy went on about how hot Tate is and that she could basically get him to have sex with her, which Tate questions, arguing that it doesn’t make sense. Holly remarks that everyone in town loves to gossip so maybe Maisy has heard how easy it was for Sophia to take him away from her.

Sarah questions Brady thinking Kristen glared at her like she wanted to kill her because she noticed lipstick on his collar. Brady confirms he’s pretty sure that’s the reason. Sarah asks if it caused a problem for him. Brady says no and that he ignored her reaction. Brady adds that he didn’t get defensive which he thinks showed Kristen that she has no power over what they decide to do. Sarah remarks that it sounds familiar as she has no power over what Xander does nor does she want it, but she found out that Xander and Gwen are sleeping together again. Brady asks if she’s serious. Sarah confirms that she saw them in the town square. Brady can’t believe it after everything Gwen did to Sarah. Sarah says that it’s fine and as long as it doesn’t affect Victoria, Xander can do whatever the hell he wants.

Xander and Gwen kiss in the town square until Kristen interrupts and comments on their young love. They respond that it’s not love and just fun. Kristen asks Gwen if they are still on for breakfast. Gwen says definitely, so Kristen asks if Xander is joining them. Xander says he was just leaving and needs to get to work anyway, so he kisses Gwen and then quickly exits. Kristen sits down and remarks that it looks like Gwen finally got the man she always wanted. Gwen says she wouldn’t go that far as what she wants from Xander now is completely different from what she wanted before. Gwen adds that she had a really long dry spell, so she’s pleased that’s over and she gets to have tremendous sex while her husband gets to rot in prison.

Dimitri complains that he has a passport and a private jet but he’s trapped here by the ankle monitor. Leo thinks he has a solution to an alternate approach. Leo says they might not be able to get the ankle monitor off, but he knows who can.

Brady asks if it didn’t bother Sarah to see Gwen and Xander together in that way. Sarah insists that it didn’t and if anything, it made her feel a bit envious that they had consumated their relationship. Sarah adds that it inspired her to maybe want to get more lipstick on Brady’s collar. Brady asks if they’re allowed to do that here. Sarah tells him that she has a key to the supply closet. Brady points out that he hasn’t done anything in the supply closet in a long time but they have a few moments before Rachel comes back from her appointment. They think they can get in and out in time, but they get interrupted by Leo arriving with Dimtiri, claiming they need a doctor.

Gwen asks Kristen how her move in with Brady went. Kristen responds that she’s in the door and that offering joint custody of Rachel worked out so much better than she could have hoped. Gwen points out that she’s only there for a month while Kristen argues that she’s not that easy to get rid of. Gwen asks if she’s not concerned about going back to prison. Kristen says she’s free now. Gwen says everyone’s free until they aren’t, bringing up Dimitri. Kristen states that she has Rachel home, safe and sound, and she’s sharing a cozy apartment with her and the man she loves, so for the moment that’s all she cares about. Gwen toasts to both of them getting what they want while Kristen adds screw anyone who gets in their way.

Sarah checks Dimitri out at the hospital and guesses his ankle monitor must be too tight. Dimitri claims it’s been irritated ever since he fell and twisted his ankle. Sarah notes not seeing any swelling or bruising and asks if he put something on it. Dimitri claims it was ointment. Sarah questions his pain tolerance for a former ISA agent. Dimitri asks if she’s going to help him or not. Sarah mentions that getting an x-ray will require getting the ankle monitor removed, so she’ll have to call the supervising agency. Dimitri thanks her and pretends to be in pain until she leaves the room.

Tate tells Holly that he doesn’t get it as he thought they worked through this. Holly complains that he just wants her to forget thinking he got Sophia pregnant and then Sophia tried ruining her life and somehow made her look like the cheating skank in it all. Tate doesn’t expect her to just forget everything that happened but he doesn’t understand how angry she sounded at her just now as he thought they made up at Bayview. Holly says they said they were sorry to each other but that doesn’t mean they are suddenly BFFs. Holly remarks that she thinks that she knows why Sophia called her back to Bayview.

Sophia’s nurse brings her meds to her in her room at Bayview.

Tate asks why Holly thinks Sophia called her to Bayview. Holly complains that Sophia obviously wants out of Bayview and will do whatever her doctor wants to make her happy. Tate questions Holly thinking Sophia faked an apology to get her doctors to think she’s doing better. Holly insists that she saw the look in Sophia’s eyes and she still hates her with a vengeance. Holly doesn’t think Sophia is over what happened at all. Tate then asks if Holly is over it.

When the nurse turns her back, Sophia spits out her pill and hides it under her pillow. Sophia then writes on her board that the medicine helps but not for long so the nurse says she will talk to Dr. Gregory about upping her dosage.

Xander goes to work at Titan, talking on the phone about making a risky move. Xander declares that this cannot be traced back to him in any way.

Kristen offers to cover their bill but Gwen says she can pay her own as she got enough money to hold her over until her cards are unfrozen. Gwen declares that it’s only a matter of time before she’s filthy rich again since Dimitri is a prime suspect in the DiMera kidnappings. Kristen remarks that it does work out quite well for Gwen that Dimitri was conspiring with Peter all along, according to her. Gwen asks what she means. Kristen tells her that she doesn’t actually believe it.

Sarah has a cop outside the room and tells Dimitri that he will be taken for an x-ray and then she’ll be back to go over his results with him. When Sarah exits the room, Dimitri pulls out his phone and begins undoing his handcuff.

Leo asks Brady what’s next after being canned from Basic Black. Brady doesn’t want to share anything with him. Leo then gets a text from Dimitri telling him to do it. Leo asks Brady if he and Kristen are back together because he also heard that he’s dating Sarah. Brady decides to go and walks away, allowing Leo to sneak over and pull the fire alarm.

Dimitri gets dressed in an EMT uniform as he escapes from his hospital room.

Rachel joins Brady and asks Sarah what’s going on. Sarah says it’s probably a false alarm but suggests they go while she goes to check on patients. Rachel questions why someone would pull the fire alarm if there’s no fire as they head for the stairs.

Sarah returns to Dimitri’s room to find him gone and rushes back out, screaming for the officer that Dimitri has escaped.

Gwen doesn’t understand Kristen being skeptical about Dimitri working with Peter. Kristen explains that Peter had a lot of resentment towards everyone in the family, so it doesn’t make sense that he would throw his lot in with that creep. Kristen thinks it’s too wild of a coincidence that Gwen’s ex showed up in Salem just in time to cause chaos at Leo and Javi’s wedding. Gwen calls that a complete surprise to her, insisting that she didn’t even know if Dimitri was dead or alive. Kristen tells her to calm down as she’s not interested in punching a hole in her story, but she knows she’s up to something.

Xander says on the phone to let him know when they run the numbers as he’ll be available all day. Xander hangs up and looks at his hand with his wedding ring as he flashes back to his wedding to Sarah. Xander then flashes back to sleeping with Gwen last night. Xander then gets emotional as he removes his wedding ring.

Tate says that Holly told him she wanted to put everything with Sophia behind them. Holly responds that she doesn’t think she can. Tate argues that just the other day, she said she was sure she could move past things and now suddenly she’s changing her mind. Tate doesn’t understand why she changed her mind. Holly says she’s just being honest and asks if he’d rather she lie and pretend everything is perfect when it clearly isn’t. Tate doesn’t know what’s going on but says this is not like her at all as she’s never this angry and impatient with him. Tate questions what is happening and asks her to say something. Holly cries that she doesn’t know and it’s not going to be okay. Holly then tells him to leave her alone and storms out of the Pub.

Sophia hides her pills in her drawer and pulls out her phone.

Brady walks Rachel through the town square. Rachel wonders if everything is okay at the hospital. Brady confirms that Sarah texted him that it was a false alarm. Rachel asks if she can wait here while Brady picks up the food. Brady agrees as he heads to get the food. Rachel then pulls her phone out of her backpack and gets a text from Sophia, saying she needs to ask her a little favor.

Dimitri joins Leo outside the Brady Pub and tells him that was a brilliant plan. Dimitri insists that everything will be smooth sailing from now on. Leo worries that everything could still go wrong. Dimitri asks where Leo’s car is and declares their plane awaits. Leo reluctantly says Alamainia here they come as he follows Dimitri.

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Abe and Paulina drop Theo off in the town square and wish him luck on his Valentine’s Day date with Jada. Theo insists it’s not a Valentine’s Day date and that he just asked Jada out because it’s the first day he’s felt well enough since the last time they were supposed to go out. Abe says he doesn’t have to explain himself as they are not making any assumptions. As Theo walks away, Paulina mentions that he’s still recovering from his head injury while Abe notes that he just hopes he doesn’t get his heart broken again. Paulina encourages that Jada is a good woman so she’s sure he will be fine. Paulina says they should focus on love, not heartbreak and start getting in the mood for some romance of their own as they kiss.

Brady goes to Kristen’s room at the Salem Inn where Rachel invites him in. Rachel tells him about the fun they’ve been having and mentions that they also made valentines. Rachel presents Brady with his valentines, one from her and one from Kristen.

Gabi and Philip return to their room in Miami after having dinner and going to the beach. They kiss until realizing that Philip was stung by a jellyfish earlier.

At the Brady Pub, Roman greets Jada and brings her menus as Jada informs him that she has a date. Theo then arrives to join her and says he’s glad she was free tonight as they agree it’s been a long time coming. Theo hopes it was worth the wait and Jada is sure it will be.

EJ brings Cat in to the living room of the DiMera Mansion where he has dinner set up for them. Cat brought a bottle of wine but says it will likely pale in comparison to the DiMera wines she’s heard about. EJ informs her that he had Harold bring some up already. EJ goes to get his favorite wine but then angrily realizes that it’s gone.

Xander and Gwen lay in bed in Gwen’s room, drinking wine until Gwen decides she’s had enough and says they are done here. Xander questions what she means. Gwen tells him that she wants him to leave, leaving Xander confused.

Roman tells Jada and Theo to have a great night as he leaves for his own Valentine’s Day date. Jada talks about Valentine’s Day creeping up on her after the past few weeks and says it’s good to see Theo back on his feet. Jada hopes being back at the Pub is not triggering for him. Theo assures that he could handle going back to the Crypt so he can handle this and asks how he couldn’t feel safe when his date is also the police commissioner.

Philip tells Gabi that he’s fine but Gabi disagrees and says she’s taking him to the shower. Philip agrees only on the condition that she join him in the shower.

Cat asks EJ about someone taking his wine. EJ guesses it was Gwen and Xander, who he calls his mortal enemy and complains about Gwen bringing home with her. EJ says it doesn’t matter and they’ll enjoy Cat’s bottle while trying to enjoy the world going to Hell in a hand basket around them.

Xander questions Gwen wanting him to go. Gwen admits it’s been fun but says that’s all it is and there’s no substance, so it was completely meaningless for her since Xander is in love with another woman.

Brady thanks Rachel for the valentines. Rachel asks if he’s joining their sleepover. Brady says he can’t but he wanted to bring the apartment key over to their new place. Brady then informs Rachel that until Tate is done with school, Kristen will be staying in his room which thrills Rachel, who calls it her dream come true. Brady wants her to understand it’s only temporary and does not mean they are getting back together. Rachel doesn’t understand and questions why he’d let Kristen move in with them if they are not getting back together. Brady explains that it’s very expensive to stay in a hotel and Kristen doesn’t have a job. Rachel points out that Brady doesn’t have a job either. Brady says just because they are living together for a short time does not mean anything is going on between them and that’s not going to change.

After their shower, Gabi puts cream on Philip’s back and thanks him for getting her a bracelet as they kiss.

Abe and Paulina go to the Bistro for dinner which Paulina calls a perfect Valentine’s Day. Paulina says she’s here with the man she loves while her baby girl is having another baby, Eli and Lani are moving back home with their grandbabies, and Theo is fully recovered. Abe calls it a wonderful life that keeps getting better.

Jada still can’t believe Theo got grabbed right outside the Pub and she couldn’t stop it. Jada assures that she’s not letting him out of her sight tonight.

Xander admits until very recently, he was trying to better himself in hopes that Sarah would want him back and that he intended to regain her trust. Xander tells Gwen that he can’t promise her meaningful because he has no idea where this will lead, but he promises she’s the only woman he’s thinking about when he’s with her. Xander calls Gwen very special and says he’s madly attracted to her. Gwen decides she can have a bit more fun with no depth since he’s only thinking of her as they kiss.

EJ and Cat have dinner in the living room. Cat brings up their connection in Italy and asks if he’s remembered anything else about their time there. EJ says he hasn’t and Cat hasn’t either. EJ says they still don’t know what brought her to his room in the first place. Cat says it could just be a bizarre coincidence while EJ says perhaps it was fate.

Brady decides it’s time to go and reminds Rachel that it’s past her bedtime. Rachel wants to stay up until midnight. Kristen says they will discuss that after Brady leaves and sends her to shower. Brady questions Kristen letting Rachel stay up until midnight. Kristen argues that they are having a sleepover and thought he was leaving. Kristen mocks Brady’s speech to Rachel about not getting her hopes up. Brady responds that there was one more thing he needed to do while he’s there.

Philip and Gabi drink wine in their room while Philip jokingly asks if she’s trying to get him to open up about Basic Black’s spring launch. Gabi responds that Gabi Chic doesn’t consider Basic Black competition. Philip says that hurts but he gets it considering Basic Black and Titan may be on the verge of financial ruin.

Jada tells Theo that Gabi said they should have another try at their trivia night double date when she and Philip get back from Miami which Theo questions. Jada tells him about Philip and Gabi taking a mini vacation to Miami for Valentine’s Day. Theo is surprised but disappointed as he remarks that he hopes they have a good time, while he then flashes back to dreaming about wanting to kiss Gabi when he was in the hospital. Jada asks where he went just now and worries that the Pub was the wrong place to come but Theo insists that he’s fine. Theo declares that he will focus on only her for the rest of the night.

EJ tells Cat that he thinks there might be a way for them to access their missing memories and they could try it tonight if she’d be interested. Cat questions what they would be doing. EJ suggests she could read to him from Wuthering Heights. Cat asks if he thinks it could actually work. EJ feels it’s worth a try as putting one in the mindset of memories could help. EJ asks if they should give it a go. Cat agrees they have nothing to lose, so EJ hands her the book. Cat has him lean back and close his eyes as she begins to read.

Xander and Gwen continue kissing in bed.

Cat reads more to EJ, sparking a flashback to Cat reading to EJ in the hospital in Italy, until they are startled by a noise upstairs. EJ questions what that was and says he’s going to find out, but Gwen and Xander come downstairs in robes, telling them there’s nothing to worry about and that they just broke the bed which grosses EJ out. Xander jokingly asks if they have a bed repairman to call. EJ says there’s no one to call this late at night and call this a sign from the universe that their little date has come to an end. Cat adds that they are still in the middle of their work dinner. Gwen laughs at a work dinner on Valentine’s Day while Xander says they’d hate to interrupt that. Gwen is sure they can find a way to pass the time even without a bed as they head back upstairs.

Gabi tells Philip that she knew things were bad at Titan but she didn’t know things were that dire. Philip says they are still afloat for the time being but they have a loan coming due soon and the Kiriakis Estate is the collateral. Gabi asks if that’s why they didn’t take the Kiriakis private jet. Philip confirms that will soon go away unless a miracle happens. Gabi says she’s so sorry. Philip questions what she has to be sorry for. Gabi thinks back to telling Theo that he couldn’t tell anyone that she thought Tony was going to make her CEO of DiMera because she planted the bug to spy on Philip and Xander. Gabi then tells Philip that she’s just sorry for what he’s going through as she never thought unmerging DiMera would be so crippling to Titan.

Brady tells Kristen that he didn’t want to do this while Rachel was around but presents her with papers for joint custody of Rachel and restricts her living in the apartment for one month. Kristen says she will have Melinda look it over in the morning but Brady declares if she wants to move in tomorrow morning, she will sign them tonight.

Jada asks Theo about his breakup with Claire. Theo says he wasn’t hopeful he could get over it until he met Jada and that made him hopeful. Jada says she’s flattered. Theo says he really enjoys her company, calling her intelligent and interesting. Jada feels the same about him and adds that he’s quite handsome. Theo tells her that she’s very beautiful and he’s glad they matched on the dating app.

Philip appreciates Gabi’s sympathy but notes that she seems really uncomfortable talking about the unmerging and asks if there’s any particular reason. Gabi says her mom always told her that if she did something wrong, she should confess right away because if she found out later from someone else, she’d be in much more trouble. Philip relates that his dad said the same thing but he never found it true because Victor would get just as mad no matter who told him or when. Philip asks what made Gabi think of that. Gabi claims she doesn’t know and blames the wine making her nostalgic. Gabi thinks they should just focus on the present as they kiss.

Kristen questions Brady wanting her to sign Rachel’s joint custody agreement without having her lawyer look at it first. Brady says that’s the deal; no signature, no key. Kristen reluctantly agrees and signs the papers. Brady says that was easy and he’ll have Justin file them in the morning. Kristen then questions lipstick on Brady’s collar.

Xander and Gwen go back to her room with bottles of wine, laughing about the look on EJ’s face when they told him about the bed. Gwen asks what they are going to do. Xander says he doesn’t know as he’s never broken a bed before. Gwen calls it both of their first times while Xander suggests making a habit of it. They agree to break bed as they resume kissing.

EJ complains about Xander coming to his home and breaking a bed, but points out it’s not as egregious as stealing DiMera from under him or bidding against him for the hospital. Cat points out that Xander lost his bid. Cat asks what made EJ and Xander both so interested in acquiring the hospital. EJ responds that for him, the real interest laid in a patent to the revolutionary new drug Versavix which once brought to market, stands to be a huge source of revenue and a miracle drug. Cat asks if there are other drugs being developed at the hospital. EJ says that Versavix is the only one in the pipeline at the moment. Cat is surprised he was willing to share the information with her then, since it hasn’t gone to market yet. EJ says that since they are working together, he thinks it’s best there be 100% transparency between them.

Roman goes to the Bistro and greets Abe and Paulina. Paulina says she didn’t expect to see him tonight. Roman explains that Kate got stuck at work, so he came to get takeout to bring Valentine’s Day to her. Roman tells them to have a great night and goes to get his order. Paulina comments on Roman being sweet and how Kate told her that Roman is the quintessential romantic, always bringing her flowers. Abe stops her and points out that he’s pretty romantic too. Paulina is sure he will show her when they get home tonight, so Abe calls for the check.

Jada and Theo leave the Pub together. Theo mentions not being able to drive yet after his injury, so Jada offers him a ride home. They call it their second date with a much better ending as they kiss.

Philip and Gabi kiss in bed.

Kristen tells Brady that she can guess whose lipstick that is. Brady calls for Rachel that it’s time for him to go. Kristen remarks that he should probably get rid of the shirt because of how hard it is to get lipstick stains out. Rachel comes back in and asks if he can stay longer. Brady wishes he could but says he will let them enjoy their slumber party. Brady tells Rachel he loves her as they hug and wish each other a happy Valentine’s Day. Brady then exits. Rachel tells Kristen that she’s so excited she’s moving in, but wants it to be longer and asks if it could be forever. Kristen tells her they’ll see.

Xander and Gwen kiss until Xander asks if EJ is right that it’s time for him to go home. Gwen points out that it is very late and he is too sloshed while her car is undrivable, so maybe he should just stay the night. Xander says he’d love to. Gwen suggests they go find another room in the huge mansion and break another bed. Xander accepts as they exit together.

Cat asks EJ if he wants her to read again to see if he remembers any more from their stay in Italy. EJ decides he’s had enough delving in to the past for tonight. Cat knows he has a lot going on right now. EJ brings up that his father’s will is going to be read soon and part of him is dreading it. Cat asks why. EJ responds that even though he knows what’s in it, it still wouldn’t surprise him if Stefano found a way to pit him and his siblings against one another as they look to the portrait of Stefano on the wall.

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Alex and Stephanie go to the honeymoon suite at the Salem Inn. They talk about being lucky to get it on Valentine’s Day. Stephanie points out they got a new bodyguard for the night so Jada can enjoy her date with Theo on Valentine’s Day. They kiss and then head inside.

Steve and Kayla have Valentine’s Day dinner at the Bistro. Steve says every time they get to celebrate it, he’s even more grateful than the year before, especially this year. Steve tells Kayla that he will never forget their very first Valentine’s wedding night as they flash back to it. Kayla says she’ll never forget it either as they toast to them. Kayla is happy that Steve could get off bodyguard duty so they could be here together. Steve is sorry that the stalker situation has taken him away from her. Kayla is glad that he’s protecting their daughter but admits she has missed him. Steve assures that Jada is staying near Alex and Stephanie all night which means he gets to come home with Kayla and stay all night. Kayla says she likes that as they kiss.

Jeremy talks with Thomas in the living room of the Horton house. Jeremy thanks Thomas for helping him carry his things to the car and brings up that tomorrow is both of their last days in Salem. Thomas says they are coming back and asks if Jeremy is. Jeremy says not for awhile at least and encourages Thomas being excited for his trip. Thomas admits he will miss Jeremy. Jeremy says he will miss him too.

Chad brings flowers to Abigail’s grave and talks about thinking of her a lot every day as he wishes her a happy Valentine’s Day.

Jeremy tells Thomas that since he’s still his teacher for one more day, he brought home his lesson plans for the next two weeks. Julie comes in with cookies for them. Thomas asks if Julie is sad that they are all leaving. Julie says of course she is, but she’ll be okay on the condition that Thomas sends pictures from their trip every day and then tell her all about his adventures when he gets home. Thomas agrees as they hug.

Chad talks about looking at a picture from last Valentine’s Day and how much their kids have grown, reminding him more of Abigail every day. Chad is thankful their kids are a piece of what they were, so their love story can still exist. Chad says he’s trying to do right by their kids and Abigail. Chad admits sometimes he feels like he’s doing a pretty good job, but other times he feels like he’s just trying. Chad says he often thinks if Abigail were there, she’d know what to do or say. Chad says most of the times it’s just being there and doing the best they can. Chad tells Abigail that they are going to Arizona to stay with Sonny and Will for awhile where they will reset and regroup as a family. Chad doesn’t know if that’s what she would’ve done but he thinks it’s what they need. Chad says Abigail’s voice is still in his hear, her love is in his heart, and he still misses her every single day. Chad says goodbye but he knows he will take a piece of Abigail and Salem where ever they go. Chad states that he loves Abigail with his whole heart and their love really was once in a lifetime. Chad places a candy heart on Abigail’s grave and wishes her a happy Valentine’s Day as he says goodbye for now.

Alex carries Stephanie in to their room where he had it decorated for Valentine’s Day. Stephanie kisses him as she calls it very romantic and thanks him. Alex says it’s the least he could do after they got married on Valentine’s Day. They wish each other a happy Valentine’s Day as they kiss.

Steve hopes after tomorrow, he will be able to come home to Kayla for good. Kayla says that would be so nice for so many reasons. Kayla asks if they are all ready for their sting operation. Steve confirms they are and says once Jeremy finds out Alex and Stephanie are getting married, they expect Jeremy to show up to the courthouse where Alex and the undercover cop will be waiting for him and catch him. Kayla says she’s no fan of Jeremy but she finds it hard to believe that Jeremy would try to kill Alex and Julie insists that he’s innocent, so it would break Julie’s heart if he’s guilty. Steve says the last thing he wants to do is hurt Julie, but the evidence against Jeremy is overwhelming so he’s not holding out hope. Steve declares that if it isn’t Jeremy, then they have no idea who it is which could be an even bigger problem.

Chad goes home and joins Thomas in the living room. Chad asks how his day was and notes his collection of candy and cards. Thomas asks Chad if he’s sad today since he said he gets sad sometimes on holidays. Chad calls him smart and sensitive, adding that his mother would be very proud. Chad admits he is a little sad today because of missing Abigail. Thomas brings up Julie being sad too. Chad says Doug was Julie’s valentine for a lot of years. Chad adds that holidays can also make you happy and think about the good times. Thomas admits he’s been thinking about Abigail a lot today and mentions the candy hearts she used to get them. Chad then surprises him with a box of them and asks how his school party was. Thomas says it was good and tells him that Rachel is back. Chad mentions hearing that. Thomas shows Chad the card that she got him that says her dad made her write it which they laugh about.

Jack and Jennifer go to the Bistro, surprising Kayla and Steve as they wish each other a happy Valentine’s Day. Kayla asks if they came for a romantic dinner. Jennifer says they actually just came for dessert and asks how their anniversary is going so far. Kayla calls it perfect and invites them to join them. Jack says they don’t want to impose but Steve insists and they were going to visit them before they leave anyway. Jennifer says they don’t want to crash but Kayla says Steve is off duty and they were going to celebrate all night anyway.

Alex reminds Stephanie about the champagne while Stephanie points out they have all night but realizes Alex had it all planned out. Stephanie goes over what his plan likely was but says being spontaneous is also good. Alex points out this being their first time as husband and wife, so Stephanie decides anticipation can be a good thing too. Alex changes his mind and says it’s already perfect. Alex adds that they don’t just have all night, but the rest of their lives as they kiss. Alex removes his shirt as they kiss onto the bed.

Chad and Thomas talk with Julie about their trip to Arizona. Julie encourages Thomas about seeing the Grand Canyon. Julie says she’s envious as it will be a great trip. Chad says they are leaving right after school tomorrow, so he sends Thomas to get packed. Julie tells Chad that it’s wonderful to see Thomas excited about being with him. Chad never thought they’d get back there again. Julie says this trip will be a milestone in the children’s lives that they will never forget. Julie cries that it’s going to be great, but admits she’s going to miss them so much.

Alex and Stephanie lay in bed together after having sex. Stephanie mentions getting thirsty and suggests opening the champagne. Alex thought maybe they could go grab a bite to eat. Stephanie says everywhere will already be booked on Valentine’s Day. Alex then reveals that he had a reservation at the Bistro, so they better get going. Stephanie remembers that’s where Steve and Kayla are having their anniversary dinner, so Alex suggests they could just order room service but Stephanie says she wants to see her parents. Alex questions if she wants to tell her parents that their only daughter got married without them. Stephanie says they will have a big wedding later and her parents are hopeless romantics, so they will understand. Alex says he hopes so. Stephanie then adds that there is one other problem they have with going out and that’s that no one else can know they are already married if they want to find her stalker.

Jennifer mentions Chad taking the kids to Arizona, so she asks Kayla and Steve to look in on Julie which they agree to. Jennifer says she knows Eli and Lani are moving back soon but it’s hard with them going back to Boston and Jeremy going to New York. Steve questions Jeremy leaving soon. Jennifer talks about Jeremy working so hard to turn his life around, only to get run out of town. Steve argues that no one’s running him out of town and points out that the police even asked him not to leave. Jennifer argues that Jeremy was dragged to the police station without cause. Steve says he’s given them plenty of reason to suspect. Jennifer complains about Jeremy being accused while Jack says they understand there’s nothing more important than keeping their daughter safe. Jennifer understands wanting to protect Stephanie and says it’s awful what she’s been through, but she wants the right person punished for it. Kayla says they agree and are working very closely with the police department to follow due process. Jennifer toasts to hoping it’s over very soon. Jack is glad they were able to get out tonight to enjoy themselves. Jack says they will leave them now to enjoy the rest of their anniversary. Kayla wishes them safe travels and says they will miss them. Jennifer talks about being sorry for what they are going through with Stephanie. Jennifer gets emotional about it being time to leave. They hug goodbye as Jack and Jennifer wish Steve and Kayla a happy anniversary. Jennifer says they love them so much as Jack says to let them know what’s going on. Jack and Jennifer exit as Kayla comments to Steve that was hard. Steve says he didn’t mean to upset Jennifer, but she brought Jeremy up. Kayla thinks she understands where they are coming from. Steve says enough of that as Kayla surprises him with a present and gives him a card which includes Mandarin lessons. Steve jokes that he can ask for directions when they go to China for Tripp and Wendy’s wedding. Steve then reveals his surprise that he already started learning and says “I love you” in Mandarin as they kiss.

Jack and Jennifer walk through the town square where they run in to Jeremy. They wish each other a happy Valentine’s Day. Jack thought Jeremy would be home packing by now. Jeremy says he just had to stop at the ATM before he hits the road. Jennifer is glad they had a chance to see him and says she’s sorry things didn’t work out for him here. Jeremy says he appreciates that. Jennifer encourages that his family believes in him, adding that he was so wonderful with Thomas and they loved having him around. Jack says maybe it will be good for him while Jennifer encourages that Jeremy’s father will be thrilled to have him back and they want the best for him in New York. Jack tells him not to be a stranger and come visit them in Boston. Jeremy says he will and hugs them goodbye as he walks away. Jack calls it an eventful Valentine’s Day and points out they still haven’t even been alone. Jennifer jokes that when they get home, she’s locking the bedroom door. Jack states that Valentine’s Day has been special for them. Jennifer reminds him that it was the day she proposed to him which they flash back to. Jack jokes about planning a better proposal as they walk off together.

Stephanie tells Alex that she hates taking off their rings on their wedding night. Alex says they’ve worked so hard to set the perfect trap, so Jeremy finding out they are already married could blow the whole thing, but if tomorrow goes as they planned then they will be free. Alex says for now they will tell their families and no one else, but they know and that’s all that matters as they continue kissing. Alex says he will store the rings away in the safe and when they come back, they will put them back on and celebrate all over again as they kiss.

Chad tells Julie that he’s not leaving until tomorrow but he needs to thank her for being so good to him and his kids, opening up her home and heart to them. Chad says there’s been a lot of personalities under one roof and it’s been chaotic at times, especially while Julie was grieving, but the place is filled with love and one of the only reasons he was able to get through losing Abigail. Julie responds that he and the children helped her get through losing Doug, so they are even. Julie adds that Chad encouraged her to have grief therapy and she watched him get up every morning and get on with his life, which inspired her. Chad feels he was just repaying her for taking them in and treating them like family. Julie declares that he is always family as they hug. Jack and Jennifer come in and tell them about their trip to the Bistro. Jennifer asks if everyone is all packed up. Chad says just about. Jack tells Chad to have a great trip and enjoy every moment with the kids. Jennifer knows Chad said he wanted this trip to feel like they are a family again, so she’s been praying for them. Chad says that means a lot. Jack knows it’s been a terrible year and he hates that they contributed to that. Chad assures he never stopped thinking they were family as they are bonded forever by their love for the kids and Abigail. Jennifer is glad they worked it all out. Julie acknowledges they had a big bump in the road and then they listened to each other, so going forward they are stronger for it which they all agree with. Julie can’t wait until they are all together again.

Jeremy walks through the town square and sees Alex and Stephanie heading in to the Bistro. Jeremy then flashes back to Alex confronting him at the Pub.

Stephanie and Alex join Steve and Kayla at the Bistro. Steve asks where Jada is. Stephanie explains that she had a date tonight so she made other security arrangements. Steve feels she should’ve let him know. Stephanie thinks she wanted them to talk to them first as Jada had been with them all day and they had something to tell them about. Stephanie reveals that they went to Chicago earlier. Steve argues that he told them that wasn’t safe. Stephanie explains that they were with Jada and it was part of a surprise for Alex which Kayla questions. Stephanie continues that they got the marriage license to make things look legit, so it got her thinking about putting it to use for the real thing. Steve asks what they are saying. Alex then announces that they eloped which shocks Steve and Kayla. Stephanie assures that they will still have a big wedding when they can and that they took lots of pictures. Alex adds that they won’t post the pictures until they catch Jeremy tomorrow. Stephanie worries that they are upset and promises they didn’t mean to exclude them, adding that Steve can still walk her down the aisle someday. After a moment of silence, Steve and Kayla bust out laughing and say they were just kidding which relieves Alex and Stephanie. Steve whispers that if they didn’t have to keep it quiet, he’d give Stephanie a big hug but suggests ordering a bottle of champagne to celebrate quietly.

Jeremy sits in the town square and reads over a letter he wrote to Stephanie, saying he knows she’s engaged to Alex and thinks he’s some obsessive stalker who has been terrorizing both of them, but if she got to know him, she’d feel differently. Jeremy knows she doesn’t believe him but intends to prove it to her.

Steve toasts to many more Valentine’s Day wedding anniversaries for all of them. Alex toasts to ending the stalker nightmare. Stephanie toasts to finally starting their lives together while Kayla toasts to her favorite day of the year suddenly becoming more special.

Julie tells Thomas that she will work on her Mario Kart skills for when he comes back. Julie hugs Thomas and Charlotte, hoping they have a wonderful trip. Jack says they might be gone by the time they get up as they are getting an early start. Jennifer mentions wanting video chats as they hug. Chad decides it’s past their bedtime. Thomas asks Julie to finish reading them Alice in Wonderland since they won’t see her for awhile. Julie agrees to a chapter which Chad allows, so Thomas and Charlotte head upstairs with Julie. Chad confirms to Jack and Jennifer that the car is good to go. Chad informs them that he stopped to visit Abigail’s grave for Valentine’s Day. Jennifer feels like they should be leaving together but they are going in opposite directions. Chad promises they will see each other again soon. Jennifer tells him to take care of himself as they hug. Jack and Jennifer then head upstairs as Chad says he’ll be right up. Chad picks up a photo of he and Abigail on their wedding night and hugs it as he gets emotional. Chad then shuts off the lights and takes one final look back at the living room before he exits.

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Susan enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion and questions what EJ is doing all alone on Valentine’s Day. EJ responds that there’s only one valentine for him as he surprises Susan with a gift and they hug.

Belle is working at home when Chad shows up at the door and gives her a Valentine’s Day gift.

Philip and Gabi arrive in Miami. Philip asks what she wants to do first. Gabi is distracted and says whatever he wants. Philip notes that she’s not listening and asks if she’s triggered by the bad experience she said she had in Miami. Gabi responds that it’s not about that, so Philip asks what’s wrong.

At the Pub, Brady admits to Sarah that he almost got her flowers for today, but decided against it because he didn’t want to send the wrong message. Sarah asks what the message is. Brady responds that he absolutely has feelings for her and wishes they were together on Valentine’s Day. Sarah guesses the universe heard him because they are spending it together.

Gwen instructs Xander’s form and wraps her arms around him to help him adjust. Xander calls it more of a lesson than he anticipated and asks what to do next. Gwen further instructs him while Xander jokingly comments on her firm grip. Gwen asks if he wants to learn or not, so Xander tells her to continue. Gwen advises him not to think on his swing and to follow his instincts. Gwen remarks that if he’s really lucky, he might just get a hole in one.

At the police station, Dimitri is surprised to see Leo is still there. Leo says that he said he needed his help and despite him previously wanting to stay away from him, he believes Dimitri is innocent. Leo adds that he still cares about him, so he wants to help and he’s here for him.

Belle tells Chad that it was very sweet of him to bring her chocolates. Chad hoped to also make up for being a jerk by asking her out and not following through. Belle understands they are both very busy but Chad says it’s no excuse. Chad says now he wishes they could have that date, but unfortunately they can’t for awhile because he’s leaving town.

Susan thanks EJ for her gift and calls him the best son. EJ remarks that must mean he’s not evil. Susan clarifies that she never said he was evil, but that she felt his father’s evilness inside him and there’s a big difference. EJ questions if there is. Susan says Stefano was a very bad egg but that doesn’t mean EJ is, reminding him that 50% of his DNA comes from her as well which means there’s some good in him.

Brady agrees with Sarah that they are spending Valentine’s Day together, joking that he doesn’t have a choice since Tate and Holly took over his place. Sarah adds that she has her angelic two year old with her. Brady says Kate and Roman have kind of cultivated a Valentine’s Day ambience at the Pub. Sarah remarks that ambience only goes so far and the rest is up to them.

Gwen and Xander sit together as Gwen comments on him being an amateur at golf. Gwen talks about working as a waitress at a golf club and then she became a caddy which is when she learned. Xander suggests they could find her a country club situation here since he can hear the passion in her voice and she can give golf lessons. Xander remarks that he’d work on all of his swings if she was his instructor as he would be highly motivated.

Gabi tells Philip that nothing is wrong and she’s thrilled to be back in Miami. Philip says he can tell something is up and asks what is upsetting her. Gabi complains that Philip went through all of this trouble to make Valentine’s Day romantic and special while she has ruined everything.

Dimitri questions Leo really wanting to help him. Leo admits it wasn’t an easy decision to make after the grief he went through when he got the letter breaking up with him. Leo says for now, they need to focus on proving his innocence so they need to go somewhere private. Dimitri agrees and says they can’t go to the DiMera Mansion since that’s where Gwen is, so he suggests Leo’s room but Leo says no. Dimitri says he’s open to all suggestions if he can think of a better place to go without prying eyes or ears. Leo guesses there is no place other than his room and at least they will have privacy there and it’s a big room so they don’t have to be on top of each other. Leo points out that they also have a chair and not just the bed, so they agree to go to his room and exit the police station together.

Belle tells Chad that she gets it after what he’s been through lately and guesses some time away will be good for him. Chad says he really misses Sonny and Will and he’s excited to show the kids the Grand Canyon. Belle thinks they will have a wonderful time. Chad then wonders if he can save Belle from eating a sad and disgusting frozen dinner.

Philip tells Gabi that she can tell him whatever’s going on as he’s not going to judge and he just wants to help. Gabi reminds him that they talked about Rafe going to Alamainia to confirm Stefan was really gone and he is. Gabi informs Philip that the FBI tested the remains and they were Stefan’s. Philip says that he’s so sorry. Gabi adds that she also found out that Stefan didn’t leave Salem on his own accord and that Vivian kidnapped him and took him by force to keep him from her.

Susan tells EJ that she is going to her room to have a video chat with Roger. Susan mentions Roger sending her roses and chocolates while she got him a copy of One Stormy Night, noting that Bonnie told her it’s done wonders for her sex life. Susan adds that she also got plane tickets so they can be together again but assures EJ she will be right back. Susan then exits the room and heads upstairs.

Brady agrees with Sarah that it’s totally up to them, so as much he loves the Pub, they can expand their horizons if they want. Sarah suggests she take Victoria to her nanny while they go check out a retro 90s coffee shop. Brady mentions an indie movie theater that just opened which is showing Sleepless in Seattle that they both love. Sarah mentions the Boba place next door but they decide that’s not a good idea since that’s one of Rachel’s favorite places, so Kristen might take her there and then they’d know they are spending Valentine’s Day together.

Gwen talks to Xander about hoping her assets get unfrozen soon. Xander encourages her as an impressive golfer. Gwen says he’s come a long way under her guidance and calls him an excellent student. Gwen asks if Xander would say he released his pent up stress. Xander says a bit but he still feels tension and unease in his body. Gwen says she does too and suggests they release their pent up stress, anger, and frustration out on each other.

Leo brings Dimitri to his room at the Salem Inn. Leo has Dimitri sit in the chair instead of the bed and says he wants to get in to the details. Leo says they have established that Dimitri was set up by Gwen, who had him smuggled back in to Salem for the sole purpose of interrupting his wedding. They talk about Vivian saying Dimitri was there and how someone must have planted his belongings. They conclude that Gwen must have made a deal with the devil. Dimitri states that Vivian hates his family and only Gwen hates them more. Leo remarks that nothing unites people more than a common enemy.

Chad tells Belle that it doesn’t seem like she made any big plans. Belle says she’s just working. Chad argues that it’s a holiday and she could use a break, so he suggests they get out of here and ends up convincing her to take a break.

Philip says that Vivian would do anything appalling, horrifying, and despicable including kidnapping her own son. Gabi adds that one of Vivian’s former maids told Rafe that Stefan was desperate to escape, was trying every way to get back to her, and that he still loved her. Philip repeats that he’s so sorry. Gabi always thought Stefan’s heart condition could take him one day, but now she wonders if he died from a broken heart.

Brady tells Sarah that it’s not that he’s afraid of running in to Kristen and Rachel, but he doesn’t like going behind Rachel’s back as she’s just not ready for him to be dating anyone yet. Sarah assures that she understands. Brady feels if Kristen had her way, she’d make sure Rachel was never ready for him to move on and that’s not okay. Sarah asks what he intends to do about it.

Xander guesses Gwen is no longer talking about golf to release their tension. Gwen remembers the last time they talked about releasing tension on each other, she lost out to his now estranged wife because he was so maddeningly loyal to her that he felt guilty to be with someone like her. Gwen asks how long Xander will be held accountable to Sarah.

Dimitri tells Leo that it makes perfect sense that Vivian was Peter’s accomplice since she hates the Von Leuschners and the DiMeras. Dimitri says he just needs to find the proof which he has no doubt lies in Alamainia so he has to go there. Leo reminds him that he surrendered his passport and is wearing an ankle monitor so he couldn’t even leave the county. Dimitri complains that he has to do something because his life depends on it. Leo says this isn’t just about him, reminding him that he’s an investigative journalist and this is the story of a lifetime. Leo declares that if Dimitri is going to Alamainia, he’s going with him.

EJ is on the phone, arguing that delivering a message to Vivian shouldn’t be like climbing Mount Everest and asks if he has to come to Alamainia himself.

Philip points out that Gabi doesn’t know if she’s really divorced or not. Gabi says Vivian would never admit it but Rafe thinks the divorce papers were forged, so he has forensics analyzing some samples of Stefan’s handwriting that she found. Gabi adds that it’s not like they are still married since he’s dead. Philip says he meant that if she was never divorced, she’s not Stefan’s ex-wife, but his widow. Gabi supposes that is true and now she’s left wondering if he still loved her when he died.

Chad and Belle go to the town square. Chad asks where they should go. EJ then approaches and greets them, saying he’s sorry to interrupt but Tony mentioned that Chad was considering leaving town. Chad confirms that he is leaving tomorrow. EJ questions if he wasn’t going to tell him. Chad says they’ll be back before he knows it. EJ suggests having a drink with his big brother. Chad says he would love to but he’s having dinner with Belle. EJ asks what the occasion is. Belle reveals it’s Valentine’s Day and they are on a date, surprising EJ.

Brady tells Sarah that he’s not going to let Kristen use their daughter as a chess piece anymore. Brady says they have to establish a new normal for all of them. Sarah thinks that’s a great idea and asks what he’s thinking. Brady admits he’s not just worried about Rachel, but about them. Brady tells Sarah that her friendship is very important to him, so he would hate to risk it in case something romantic with them didn’t work out. Sarah takes that as he’s scared. Brady admits he is a little. Sarah says she is too, but she doesn’t regret the things that she tried and failed at, only the things she didn’t try that might have been great. Sarah asks what if they are missing out on something truly great.

Xander admits to Gwen that he has been rethinking his position and tells her that earlier today, he had a rather difficult run in with Sarah that made him realize he’s been holding out for something that’s never going to happen. Xander states that Sarah is the mother of his child and he will never love anyone like he loved her, but he’s not cut out for the celibate life and has needs. Xander offers to take Gwen home since her car isn’t safe to drive after he busted her windshield, which he promises to take care of tomorrow, so they walk off together.

Dimitri comments on Leo being quiet and asks if he said something wrong. Leo says being in his room with him on Valentine’s Day makes him feel like he’s betraying Javi, like he can sense they’re doing something. Dimitri argues that they are just talking. Leo says they are talking about sneaking off to a quaint little European country and last time they did that, he had to make up a story about a fake Madonna concert. Dimitri tells Leo that he doesn’t have to do anything he doesn’t want to do. Leo responds that he does want to help. Leo asks to see his ankle monitor and then googles how to take it off without notifying the FBI. Leo tells Dimitri that this is going to take some time, so he should go home and not say a word to anyone about their suspicions or anything else. Dimitri tells Leo that he really appreciates him helping. Leo responds that he’s been given a lot of second chances in his life, so he’s trying to pay it forward. Dimitri then hugs Leo and exits the room.

EJ questions Chad and Belle matching on a dating app. Leo then arrives and apologizes for interrupting, but says he got Chad’s message that he’s leaving town. Chad asks for a moment with Leo so they step aside. Chad informs Leo that he and the kids are going to Arizona for a few weeks so he will need him to hold things down. Leo says he may need to work remotely since he’s working on a huge story. Chad says as long as he gets it done and tells him to reach out if he needs anything. Belle tells EJ that Marlena said Stefano’s service was a fitting tribute. EJ says that everyone had ample opportunity to express their contempt for him. Belle says she knows how much EJ loved his father, so she’s sorry for his loss. EJ thanks her and says he’ll let her get back to her date, so he walks out of the town square.

Xander brings Gwen home to the DiMera Mansion where they have a drink. Gwen calls him even more handsome than before. Gwen jokes about Scotsmen aging like fine wine. Xander responds that she’s more beautiful than ever herself. Xander and Gwen start to kiss until Susan walks in, questioning what Xander is doing there and why Gwen is with him.

Brady tells Sarah that she has a point that it’s better to have tried and failed. Sarah suggests they make a pact to always be friends no matter what and see what happens. They agree to keep it on the DL. Brady says if it does get serious, he will sit Rachel down and tell her what’s going on. They shake hands and agree to the deal.

Gabi says she’s a hot mess while Philip calls her stunningly beautiful. Philip says he knows they had all these activities planned but they can do whatever she wants. Gabi responds that what she really wants is for him to hold her, so they hug. Gabi thanks him for being so kind and supportive as she’s not used to that. Philip says he will make sure she gets used to that. Gabi likes that and then remembers they had dinner reservations so she wants to get ready. Philip says he’ll cancel them and they can order room service but Gabi says no way. Gabi says it’s Valentine’s Day so they will go have dinner and then can lie on the beach. Philip asks if she’s sure that’s what she wants. Gabi says the last few days have been living in a tragic past, so tonight she wants to live in the present with him as they kiss.

Chad and Belle sit together in the town square. Chad says he’s sorry for the interruption. Belle says he’s a very busy man on his farewell tour. Chad calls it more like a see you later tour and assures that when he gets back, he’s going to take Belle on that first official date which Belle says she will look forward to.

Gwen returns to the living room and tells Xander that Susan is in her room now, but she said she’s going to tell EJ to evict her for having the likes of Xander in the house. Xander understands why she wouldn’t welcome him with open arms since he is the one who locked her in the garden shed and he still feels bad about that. Gwen says they all make mistakes and suggests they make another one as they kiss. Gwen then takes Xander upstairs right as EJ comes home and sees them.

Brady and Sarah exit the Pub with Victoria. They wish each other a happy Valentine’s Day as they kiss and hug. Brady says until next time as Sarah walks off with Victoria.

Leo tries calling Javi and leaves a voicemail, telling him that today was all about hearts everywhere he looked and all he could think about was him, so he wanted him to know that he still has his. Leo then gets a text back from Javi, saying until he makes up his mind, he doesn’t want to hear from him because it’s just too hard.

Xander and Gwen continue kissing in Gwen’s bedroom as they move onto the bed.

EJ goes in to the living room and pours a drink, calling it quite the night. Dimitri then enters. EJ asks what the hell he’s doing here. Dimitri drinks EJ’s drink and points to the portrait of Stefano as he declares that he’s rising from the ashes.

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Xander runs in to Marlena in the town square and wishes her a happy Valentine’s Day. Marlena asks how he’s doing. Xander says he’s trying to treat it like just another day. Marlena responds that she is as well.

Julie finds Gwen having a drink at the Bistro and assumes her cocktail is on the house. Gwen assumes that’s a dig at her card being declined at the book store and assures that it’s all been sorted out. Julie suggests she hang onto her cash flow as she never knows when she’ll end up back where she started. Gwen remarks that she should start a podcast on unsolicited advice from an expert in nothing. Julie responds that Gwen could do the same on how to be lacking in kindness and everything else that matters. Julie tells Gwen to enjoy her last drink and walks away.

At Bayview, Sophia takes a pill from her meds and puts it away in her drawer as she flashes back to swapping all her pills in Holly’s skin care supplement pills. Dr. Gregory then walks in and asks what she is doing.

Holly joins Arianna in their dorm room and gets what she thinks are her skin care supplements. Arianna asks if they really work. Holly insists they do and worries about breaking out if she doesn’t take them. Arianna encourages that her skin looks great. Holly says she wants to keep it that way as she has to bring her A game to their sorority rush week. Holly then takes one of the pills, not knowing they are Sophia’s meds.

Tate helps Brady move in to his new place. Tate comments on being so happy that Rachel is home and he thought Brady would be thrilled. Brady responds that he just hopes Kristen didn’t take Rachel out before she was ready. Tate is shocked to learn it was Kristen’s call as he thought Rachel’s doctors discharged her. Brady tells Tate that because Kristen has full custody, she took every advantage to make sure that he did not get to weigh in on the decision.

Xander asks if Marlena is heading somewhere for Valentine’s Day. Marlena confirms she’s meeting Julie at the Bistro for Galentine’s and asks about his plans. Xander says he’s taking her advice to find healthier ways to decompress by going to the driving range with golf balls. Marlena recalls John being a golfer. Sarah and Maggie then walk through the town square with Victoria as Sarah stops when she sees Xander. Xander comments to Marlena that he supposes it’s too much to ask for Sarah to say hi and allow him to visit with his daughter. Sarah tells Maggie that she wants to go but Maggie points out that Xander is standing right over there. Sarah responds that she can see him, so Maggie asks if Victoria can too. Marlena tells Xander that he could go over and see his daughter since his custody agreement prohibits visitation but not contact. Xander decides she’s right. Sarah then comes forward and tells Xander that Victoria wanted to say hi.

Arianna asks Holly how things with Sophia went. Holly admits that she was shocked to get the call from Dr. Gregory. Arianna was surprised that she went. Holly felt she had no choice and that it would’ve been mean of her if she didn’t. Holly tells Arianna that she and Sophia sort of made peace, so she hopes she never has to deal with her again.

Sophia shows Dr. Gregory a book from her drawer to claim she is reading. Dr. Gregory apologizes for being suspicious and says she’s pleased that she apologized to Holly, but she still has work to do to regain her trust, especially since she knows that she slipped a note to Rachel after she was told not to contact her. Rachel writes a note asking where Rachel is. Dr. Gregory reveals to her that Rachel is no longer at Bayview because her mother took her home.

Tate calls it so wrong and unfair for Kristen to pull Rachel out of Bayview without Brady’s approval. Brady says he’s furious about it but he doesn’t want Rachel involved in a tug of war between her parents, so he and Kristen have agreed to play nice. Tate questions what that means. Brady informs him that Kristen has agreed to joint custody but the catch is that he had to allow Kristen to move in with them. Tate can’t believe he’s letting Kristen move in. Brady says it’s for one month until they get everything settled in court. Tate asks what that means. Brady says Kristen didn’t consider the legal ramifications from taking Rachel out of Bayview so early. Tate doesn’t understand what that means. Brady explains that there will be a hearing and Belle’s argument is to keep Rachel out of juvie. Tate gets that Rachel not being in Bayview makes Belle’s case tougher while Brady says he and Kristen have to convince the judge that they are taking Rachel’s mental health seriously. Tate hopes there’s zero chance this could lead to Brady and Kristen getting back together. Brady promises that’s not going to happen. Brady says he made sure Justin put it in writing and guarantees that Kristen won’t be living there when Tate begins summer break. Brady says he’s not happy about it either, but reminds Tate that he’s giving him the place for his date tonight which Tate says he really appreciates and thanks him. Brady asks if Tate is making Valentine’s Day dinner. Tate confirms that he is and asks what Brady is going to do. Brady responds that he has some plans.

Marlena greets Sarah and Victoria, then says she has to get to her plans with Maggie and Julie. Sarah tells her to enjoy. Xander wishes Marlena a happy Valentine’s Day. Marlena says the same to them and walks off. Xander happily greets Victoria and gives her a teddy bear. Xander goes to give her a box of chocolates as well but Sarah informs him that chocolates have been upsetting Victoria’s stomach lately. Xander tells Sarah that she can keep the chocolates then. Sarah mentions them also being her favorites which Xander says he remembered. Xander brings up a past time when they enjoyed a chocolate cake as well. Sarah says she has to go, so Xander wishes them a happy Valentine’s Day as Sarah hurries off with Victoria.

Dr. Gregory tells Sophia that she’s glad her mother came by to bring her a valentine as her family obviously loves and misses her very much. She knows Sophia is looking forward to going home and says that reconciling with Holly was a big step in that direction. She encourages Sophia to write more and offers to get her a board and a marker and being more active in therapy to help her find her voice and reclaim her life. Sophia gives her a thumbs up. Dr. Gregory then exits. Sophia then remarks to herself that the meds will help, just not in the way she thinks.

Holly worries that she needs to look perfect for rushing a sorority and starts to panic about not getting in. Arianna encourages her and asks why she’s freaking out. Holly responds that she feels a little anxious and edgy. Holly questions her not being nervous. Arianna admits she doesn’t care as much about getting in as Holly does and she wouldn’t be rushing if Holly didn’t ask her to. Arianna promises it’s going to be okay, so they exit together.

Julie, Maggie, and Marlena sit together at the Bistro. Julie talks about last year being just her and Maggie as widows while now Marlena is there and says she’s so sorry.

Sarah takes Victoria in to the Brady Pub where she runs in to Brady. Brady tells her that he’s eating alone on Valentine’s Day so Tate could have the house for a hot date with Holly, joking that his son is kicking his butt in the romance department. Sarah mentions that she was just going to have dinner with Victoria but she fell asleep. Brady then invites Sarah to join him which she accepts.

Xander goes to the driving range and hits a golf ball too far that it breaks some glass.

Sophia searches effects of anti-psychotic drugs on someone who doesn’t need them and happily calls it a disaster waiting to happen.

Holly and Arianna go to the town square to meet the sorority girls. The group leader Maisy comments on Holly being one of the lucky ones to have a boyfriend to spend Valentine’s Day with and how hot he is which makes Holly uncomfortable. Holly then gets angry and starts asking her if she thinks she’s better than her. Maisy says she was just joking while Holly angrily suggests she back off, calls her a bitch, and tells her to stay the hell away from her boyfriend. Holly stops and apologizes, saying she doesn’t know what she just said and runs off. Arianna wants to go after her but Maisy asks about her dress and says she’s never seen it at Gabi Chic. Arianna explains that it’s not out yet and she got it early because her mom owns the company. Maisy is excited to learn that Arianna’s mom is Gabi Hernandez and says she worships her. Maisy says she knows Gabi’s whole life story and now she wants to know Arianna’s, so she tells her to stay.

Julie talks about when she was single years ago, she didn’t care about Valentine’s Day. Maggie says she loved it even before she met Mickey. Julie recalls that they were married on Valentine’s Day. Maggie says she loved it even more then and adds that Victor went out of his way to make it special for her. Julie says Maggie brought out the best in Victor. Maggie talks about Doug always being romantic. Julie tells Marlena that she’s sure John was too. Marlena talks about strawberries and whipped cream being their tradition and John had it delivered around Christmas time as his final mission and at the time, she thought he would be home by Valentine’s Day.

Gwen joins Xander at the driving range and complains that some idiot just drove a golf ball right in to her car and broke her windshield.

Sarah tells Brady that she ran in to Xander in the town square and almost started bawling. Brady asks what he did this time. Sarah says nothing bad and he was actually well behaved with gifts for Victoria for Valentine’s Day. Sarah says she just got hit with a wave of emotion, so it was good to see a friendly face when she came in here. Brady apologizes for overreacting when Sarah told him to get his own place. Sarah says she only thought it would be best for his daughter. Brady says he’s glad he stepped up his apartment search because Rachel is out of Bayview. Sarah excitedly says that is so awesome but Brady says not exactly.

Tate is cooking Valentine’s Day dinner when Holly arrives at the door. Tate greets her with a kiss and asks how the sorority mixer was. Holly cries that it was a total nightmare as he hugs her.

Marlena says in addition to it being her first Valentine’s Day without John, Brady and the kids are moving in to their own place so she was thinking it would be empty. Julie relates to all the birds flying her nest too. Maggie asks if Jack and Jennifer have left. Julie says not yet but they are going back to Boston soon while Jeremy has decided to leave Salem and Chad is taking his kids on a road trip to Arizona to visit Sonny and Will, hoping the time together will heal the wounds from the custody fight. Maggie guesses they will all be facing goodbyes. Maggie says she will miss Brady at the house and knows Sarah will too. Marlena comments that it sounds like Brady and Sarah are getting together. Julie asks if there’s any chance. Maggie states that Sarah just went through a divorce, so she thinks it’s too soon but sometime down the road, she would be delighted if they wound up together.

Brady tells Sarah about Kristen moving in. Sarah responds that she is stunned and laughs that she’s so sorry. Brady admits he’s not happy about it but he’s not going to get angry about it as he’s going to prioritize Rachel getting the help she needs. Sarah asks how he will deal with Kristen living in his home. Brady assures that he will set firm boundaries. Sarah laughs off Kristen following boundaries. Brady says Kristen didn’t give him a choice about taking Rachel out of Bayview, so she has to follow his rules. Brady says his rule is that Kristen only stays for a month and adds that the one good thing about Kristen and Rachel living under his roof is that he can keep an eye on both of them.

Xander apologizes to Gwen and says he’ll pay for her windshield. Gwen complains that she came to the range by herself only to find him here. Xander says they can each do their own thing and not be bothered. Gwen comments on Xander’s poor form and says she will show him how it’s done.

Maisy urges Arianna to stay and tell her about Gabi Chic. Arianna says okay but first she needs to tell her about Holly. Maisy calls Holly a psycho. Arianna says that Holly was feeling weird and edgy, but swears she’s not mean. Arianna calls Holly sweet, kind, and funny with a great sense of fashion. Maisy argues that she sounds like her PR rep doing damage control. Arianna says she is her friend and needs her to know who Holly is, insisting she can bring good in to their life.

Holly cries to Tate that her life is over. Tate asks what’s going on. Holly says she made a complete fool of herself and explains that she went to introduce herself to the sorority president, but before she knew it, she was calling her a bitch and couldn’t stop the words from coming out of her mouth, then she just ran off. Holly cries that there’s no way she’s getting in to the sorority now. Tate encourages her and tries to say he’d be happy to have her here but Holly complains that it’s selfish of him and that he clearly doesn’t know how important this is to her as she grabs her things, leaving Tate confused.

Maisy is impressed by what Arianna said about Holly and says she’s clearly a good friend. Arianna insists that Holly is too but Maisy states that Holly is not the right fit for Gamma Gamma Kappa. Maisy adds that Arianna is though for sure.

Tate stops Holly from leaving and says he’s so sorry as he did not mean to be insensitive and was just trying to make her feel better. Holly cries that she’s flipping out again and acting insane just like she did at the mixer and she doesn’t know what’s wrong with her. Tate is sure she’s just overwhelmed with a lot going on. Holly agrees that she’s just been really stressed lately and she thought she was managing her feelings but it feels so out of control. Tate tells her to come in and let him take care of her, so she does and they kiss. Holly tells Tate that she loves him as they hug.

Sophia watches a video on her phone of Holly going off on Maisy at the sorority mixer and busts out laughing.

Julie says that she, Maggie, and Marlena are three ladies who have known romance. Julie thinks the symbols of Valentine’s Day now have real meaning. Julie says the red rose is for passion, chocolates are for the sweetness of life, and hearts are for love. Julie cries that she’s so blessed to have them in her life and that they can all lean on each other. Maggie says amen to that while Marlena is grateful to have been invited as they toast to a happy Galentine’s Day and the best of friends.

Gwen impresses Xander, who says he never would’ve guessed she was a golfer. Xander admits she’s put him to shame here, so he’s done, but Gwen says no chance and that she’ll give him some pointers. Gwen instructs Xander’s form and wraps her arms around him to help him adjust.

Brady admits to Sarah that he almost got her flowers for today, but decided against it because he didn’t want to send the wrong message. Sarah asks what the message is. Brady responds that he absolutely has feelings for her and wishes they were together on Valentine’s Day.

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At the Horton house, Chad goes in to the living room to tell Julie that he’s decided he and the kids need a little break from Salem so he’s taking Thomas and Charlotte on a getaway to go see Sonny and Will in Arizona. Jeremy comes in to the room and hears Chad talking about taking Thomas out of school and having them do homework. Julie tells Chad it’s one of the best ideas he’s had but feels it came kind of suddenly. Jeremy then interrupts and says not really as he feels like Chad is taking the kids out of school to get away from him.

Alex joins Jada in the town square. Stephanie arrives right after with a bag, which she says is Alex’s Valentine’s Day surprise.

Johnny brings Chanel tea and cookies in bed. They wish each other a happy anniversary and happy Valentine’s Day as they kiss.

Jada tells Alex and Stephanie that she’s sorry she has to spend their lunch date like this. Stephanie says they are grateful for her taking over chaperone duties while Alex says they are just sorry that she has to spend Valentine’s Day like this. Jada says it might as well be just another day since she doesn’t have anyone special to share it with. Stephanie thought she was going to reach out to Theo. Jada says she’s been busy but when things settle down, she will be sure to reach out to Theo. Jada toasts to Stephanie and Alex for their first Valentine’s Day as an engaged couple and says she’s so happy for them.

Cat and EJ have a work lunch at the Bistro. EJ looks around and comments that they seem to be the only non-couple there. Cat reminds EJ that it’s Valentine’s Day and says she would’ve pegged him as a romantic. EJ says not on this holiday and calls it performance art for the insecure. Cat is surprised EJ could get them in last minute. EJ informs her that he has a standing reservation each week and even if he didn’t, they are fond of him because he’s a generous tipper. Cat notices EJ wearing Stefano’s ring and asks about it. EJ explains that it’s a personal affect of his father’s that he wears with great reverence.

Chanel and Johnny can’t believe they’ve been married for two years already. Johnny jokes that everything that’s happened in that time makes it feel like ten years. Chanel agrees that Johnny being on trial felt like a never ending nightmare. Johnny points out that they made it through together and now they have a beautiful baby boy with one more on the way. Chanel is so happy they are finally settling in as a family. Johnny declares that this next year will be even better.

Stephanie thanks Jada again for filling for Steve so that Steve and Kayla could celebrate. Jada says she’s glad to also get to travel with them which Alex questions. Jada realizes Stephanie hadn’t told him yet. Stephanie then tells Alex that she kind of lied about this being just a lunch date as she thought they could just grab refreshments before heading to Chicago.

Chad tells Jeremy that he’s sorry for Julie’s sake that they are all leaving at the same time, but repeats that he and the kids just need some time away. Jeremy tells Chad that he has wonderful kids and he hopes it does them some good. Julie says she will be cheering them on as she understands they have to do what’s best for them, but she will miss them so much.

Alex questions what’s in Chicago. Stephanie says he will find out when they get there. Alex asks for a hint and then asks what if he had planned something for them for Valentine’s Day. Alex says he’ll cancel the plans he made while Stephanie says they can do that on another holiday. Stephanie tells Alex that they do have to get changed. Alex asks what the hell is going on. Stephanie says all she will tell him is that he has to wear a suit. Alex jokingly asks if they are going to the Oscars. Jada says this will be much more fun. Stephanie agrees and excitedly tells Alex that his life is about to change, so she hopes he’s ready for the adventure.

Cat asks EJ how Stefano’s memorial was. EJ responds that Stefano lived a long life, unlike his son Stefan whose death was terribly sad and tragic. Cat asks if he and Stefan were close. EJ admits they weren’t close at all and that Stefan never really felt like a brother to him, but the lack of mourning for him makes him start to wonder. EJ knows his daughter Sydney would miss him if he were gone, but apart from her, he can’t think of another soul who would grieve him if he were gone. Paulina then arrives and tells EJ that he’s just who she was looking for.

Chanel invites Johnny to join her in bed as they continue kissing.

Chad tells Julie that he and the kids won’t be gone long while Julie says it will feel like forever. Jeremy notes that he can’t promise he’ll be back anytime soon, but tells Julie she can visit him anytime where ever he lands. Julie says she’ll be sure to do that sometime. Jeremy tells Julie that he could never repay her for being so kind to him and he’s beyond grateful for her love and support.

EJ questions how Paulina knew how to find him. Paulina responds that she’s the Mayor and can find anybody. Paulina adds that she knows about his standing reservation. EJ questions what is so important to interrupt them while they are working. Paulina reminds him that she promised to keep an eye at him at the hospital since his negligence got Marlena sick and his lab caused the power outage. EJ asks why they are rehashing this. Paulina informs him that she’s getting complaints from neighboring buildings that their power bills are unusually high. EJ blames inflation while Paulina suggests he’s stealing their power for whatever secret projects he has going on.

Johnny and Chanel kiss until the doorbell rings. Johnny goes to answer the door and returns with gifts, one being from his sister Allie and the other being from EJ which annoys Chanel.

EJ tells Paulina that he doesn’t have time for this and questions what secret project she’s referring to. Paulina asks if that’s how he wants to do this. EJ tells Cat that he hates to do this as he asks her to give them a moment. Cat agrees to step out and get some air.

Julie informs Chad and Jeremy that not everyone is abandoning her and the house will be full as she reveals Eli and Lani are moving back in with the twins. Chad jokes about her replacing them and says they’re just glad she won’t be alone. Julie mentions that she just made cookies and goes to pack some up for them. Chad tells Jeremy that he and the kids are not leaving because of him. Jeremy says Chad doesn’t have to pretend as he’s sure he knows the police brought him in for questioning and that JJ must have told him that they think he threatened Alex’s life. Chad confirms he did talk with JJ and he told JJ that Jeremy has always been good to him and the kids, so he hopes he’s innocent. Jeremy questions saying he hopes. Chad asks what he wants him to say and adds that he’s enjoyed getting to know Jeremy, considers him a friend and he’s been an amazing teacher to Thomas and Charlotte, so he hopes and prays that everything works out for him like it’s supposed to. Jeremy thanks him and walks out of the room.

Stephanie and Jada blindfold Alex and lead him to a hotel room set up for a wedding. Alex removes the blindfold and asks what’s going on. Stephanie then asks Alex if he will marry her right now. Alex questions her as Stephanie says there’s no time like the present, leaving Alex speechless. Stephanie explains that when they got their marriage license for their fake elopement, it had her thinking that it would be nice to elope for real and have a ceremony to pledge themselves to each other. Jada points out that she’s the witness, bodyguard, and maid of honor. Alex asks if this is really what Stephanie wants. Stephanie says they can still have a wedding with all of their family and friends at some point, but today she wants it just to be about them and for them. Stephanie doesn’t want to wait another minute to become his wife. Stephanie tells Alex to just say the word if he does not want to do this. Alex tells Stephanie that he cannot wait to marry her and he’s more sure about that than anything else in his life. Alex adds that his only regret is that he didn’t think of this himself as they kiss.

Johnny and Chanel open Allie’s gift which is a framed photo of Trey, wishing them a happy second anniversary. Chanel asks if Johnny is okay getting a gift from Allie. Johnny assures that what happened in the past is water under the bridge. They agree that Trey is lucky to have Allie as his aunt. Johnny then asks if they should open EJ’s gift.

EJ tells Paulina that she can schedule an appointment to meet at his office. Paulina argues that she already did and he rescheduled her twice. EJ asks what Paulina wants. Paulina wants the city to inspect his lab. EJ responds that they already have and it passed with flying colors. EJ warns Paulina to reconsider throwing any more hail Marys at him because she’s getting dangerously close to harassment, so she should be careful. Paulina asks if he’s seriously threatening her. Paulina brings up Johnny and Chanel being married and having a baby, so they are family whether they like it or not. Paulina tells EJ that if he wants to repair his relationship with Johnny, he should start by not being an ass to the people he loves. Paulina says she’ll be in touch and exits.

Cat walks through the town square, texting Rafe about Paulina thinking EJ is siphoning electricity. Chad then approaches her, surprising her. Cat says she better go but Chad stops her. Cat reminds him of the custody agreement and she doesn’t want to mess that up. Chad says that is just that they can’t be in a relationship but it is legal for them to have a conversation which Cat calls a relief. Chad says there is something he wanted to tell her.

Reverend Larry Hart arrives to perform Stephanie and Alex’s wedding. Jada then steps aside as she gets a text from Theo, saying she’s probably surprised to hear from him as he asks if she’s free tonight for him to take her out. Jada responds “Definitely” as the reverend calls to start the ceremony.

Chanel tells Johnny that she thinks they should send whatever it is back to EJ without even opening it, feeling they need to maintain clear boundaries and that EJ needs to be clear on his role in their lives. Johnny agrees but he thinks EJ is having a hard time with Stefano’s death. Chanel questions if Johnny is feeling sorry for EJ. Johnny says he’s not and then agrees to return the gift back. Chanel and Johnny then resume kissing until someone knocks on the door, so Johnny goes to answer it.

Cat asks what Chad wanted to tell her. Chad informs her that he’s taking the kids to Arizona to spend some time together. Cat questions him leaving Salem. Chad says that he’ll be back, he just doesn’t know when. Chad adds that he knows they don’t see each other very much anymore, but he will miss her more than she knows. Cat responds that she will miss him too.

Stephanie and Alex say “I do”. The reverend then calls for the rings which causes Alex to pause.

Chad tells Cat that he should get going. Cat tells him to have a safe trip. Chad thanks her and walks away. Cat imagines Chad coming back to kiss her until Paulina calls out to her and tells her that her boss is free now. Cat then heads back to the Bistro as Chad comes back and watches her go.

Johnny returns to Chanel and announces her Valentine’s Day gift is there as he introduces a woman who specializes in pre natal massages which Chanel admits sounds heavenly. Johnny tells her that he is going to take their son to the park while she is being pampered, then he will cook dinner and put their son to bed, so that she doesn’t have to lift a finger for the rest of the day. Chanel calls Johnny the best husband anyone could ask for and says she loves him. Johnny says he loves her too as they kiss.

Cat returns to EJ at the Bistro and asks if he’s okay. EJ says they should head back to the office. EJ points out that their lunch got interrupted so he asks if she’d like to continue this over dinner tonight. Cat reminds EJ that it’s Valentine’s Day. EJ says that’s only for those who have a Valentine but assures her it will be a working dinner like this, unless she already has Valentine’s Day plans. Cat responds that she does not and asks what time is dinner.

Alex tells the Reverend that this was all last minute as far as the rings go but Jada surprises him with the rings. Alex calls them way too much as the Reverend then continues the ceremony and their vows. He then pronounces them husband and wife as Alex and Stephanie kiss.

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Brady and Kristen sit together at the Brady Pub. Kristen talks about how excited Rachel was to go back to school. Brady just hopes she was ready. Kristen assures that she couldn’t wait to pass out valentine’s. Brady tells her to stop pretending that what she did was okay because they are not in sync about this. Brady argues that they had to put up a united front for Rachel, but now that they are alone, it’s time they get a few things straight.

Belle tells Marlena that she has a very busy day today at Dimitri’s arraignment. Marlena is grateful that Belle has been patient with her working from home but says that’s going to change as she’s going back to the office. Belle then exits right as Leo arrives. Leo remarks that most people seem to be racing off somewhere when they see him. Leo thanks Marlena for seeing him. Marlena asks him what’s happening. Leo says aside from his heart aching from Javi, now he’s in a panic over Dimitri because he was arrested last night. Leo feels he has to do something to help him.

Melinda storms in to the interrogation room where Rafe has Dimitri. Melinda calls this absolutely unacceptable that Rafe has been interrogating Dimitri all night without his attorney present. Dimitri swears he’s innocent but Rafe points out that he’s having such a tough time proving it.

EJ stands in the living room of the DiMera Mansion at Stefano’s portrait and puts on Stefano’s ring when Gwen walks in and asks if he’s taking counsel from the dearly departed. EJ remarks to her that father will always have the final word.

Kristen thought they could enjoy having their daughter back. Brady complains about her taking Rachel out of Bayview without telling him. Kristen thought they settled this but Brady says he was very clear that he thought it was a mistake. Kristen asks if he suggests sending her back when that would destroy her. Brady agrees because now Rachel thinks she’s fine, but she’s not and that’s exactly why Kristen didn’t tell him about pulling this stunt. Kristen asks if he thinks so little of her, arguing that she would never use their daughter to play mind games with him. Kristen says she was only thinking about what Rachel needs. Brady argues that the doctors know what she needs which Kristen disagrees with. Brady warns that her little stunt could cause serious legal repercussions for Rachel. Kristen questions thinking she hadn’t considered that. Brady responds that he doesn’t know what to think when it comes to her anymore. Kristen complains that he’s shortchanging her as usual. Kristen informs Brady that she has a plan that will fix everything.

Marlena asks Leo about being there when Dimitri was arrested. Leo says he couldn’t sleep because of it and asks what Marlena is thinking. Marlena wonders why he’s having such an emotional reaction since it’s not Dimitri’s first run-in with the law. Leo guesses it’s because anytime he was mixed up with something in the past, he wasn’t thinking about him but his own feelings while now his heart is breaking because he knows what Dimitri is going through. Leo declares that he knows Dimitri better than anyone and knows that he’s innocent.

Gwen asks EJ about Stefano finally being laid to rest permanently. EJ mocks her empathy. Gwen says she’s truly sorry for his loss and mentions that Kristen said she should make herself scarce from the memorial. Gwen asks how the memorial was. EJ responds that Stefano’s spirit loomed large over them all for the entire day. Gwen comments that EJ somehow seems different, like there’s a strange aura to him. EJ laughs off her sounding like Susan. Gwen suggests talking about now as she has some wonderful news for him. Gwen then informs EJ that Dimitri is in the slammer.

Melinda argues that Rafe is not some rookie and asks if it ever occurred to him that Vivian is framing Dimitri and questions why he would trust anything Vivian says. Rafe responds that he has statements from multiple witnesses all backing up Vivian’s claim that Dimitri was at her compound under his own free will. Dimitri shouts that it’s not true. Melinda asks if the witnesses have names. Rafe says they include Vivian’s nephew Nicholas, multiple staff members and there is plenty of evidence linking Dimitri to the kidnappings including fingerprints, DNA, and a camera that was broadcasting a signal to a tablet found at Vivian’s compound. Rafe declares they have hard evidence while all they have is speculation. Rafe tells Dimitri that he’s not going to win this one as he’s screwed.

Brady remarks that Kristen saying she has a plan are the scariest words in the English language coming from her. Kristen asks if he wants to help their daughter or not. Brady agrees to listen. Kristen says if the court thinks they aren’t taking Rachel’s recovery seriously, they can get her to an intensive outpatient treatment. Brady asks what if the court thinks that isn’t enough. Kristen insists they will when they get the stamp of approval from Marlena. Brady argues that the problem is Marlena thinks Rachel’s best treatment was at Bayview. Kristen argues that Rachel is home now and Marlena wouldn’t dare send her back to Bayview, because if she did, Rachel would hate her.

Marlena asks how Leo knows that Dimitri is innocent. Leo insists that he just knows in his heart that Dimitri didn’t do the things he’s accused of. Leo says when Dimitri told him that he was held captive in Alamainia for years, he believed him and his senses tell him that Gwen is behind it. Marlena asks if it’s possible that Leo’s faith in Dimitri is misplaced. Leo questions why she’s being so cynical about this when she is all about seeing the good in people. Leo says that Marlena put her faith in him when she had no reason to. Marlena says that’s not true since she watched him do the work day after day while Dimitri was gone for years. Marlena questions what Leo really knows about him. Leo insists that he can say for sure that Dimitri did not help Peter Blake almost kill the DiMeras including his friend Chad. Leo argues that is super villain stuff and it’s not Dimitri’s brand, so he believes in him. Leo adds that even if he didn’t, Dimitri showing up in Salem just in time to ruin his wedding to Javi is all the proof he needs that Gwen is behind this. Leo states that Gwen got the ultimate revenge against them by holding Dimitri on ice until his return could do the most damage. Marlena points out that Leo said Dimitri ruined his wedding to Javi and asks if he really believes that. Leo responds that if it wasn’t for Dimitri, he and Javi would be happily married, looking for a place of their own and starting their life together, but he couldn’t tell Javi that he didn’t feel something for Dimitri, because he did. Leo decides maybe Dimitri is not the one who ruined things with Javi, it was himself.

Melinda tells Dimitri not to fall for Rafe’s bluster and that if Rafe’s case was as rock solid as he claims, he wouldn’t have tried forcing a confession out of him all night. Rafe tells Melinda to say whatever she needs but he’s done here. Rafe advises Melinda to talk some sense in to her client because if he cooperates, he’ll be an old man when he gets out of prison, otherwise they will do it the hard way and he’ll die in there. Rafe then exits the room and runs in to Belle, who asks if it’s a rough day. Rafe says it’s following a rough night. Belle hopes to have good news for him after Dimitri’s arraignment. Rafe says he hopes so and he appreciates Belle taking the lead on this. Belle says she’s up for the challenge and asks how it went in the interrogation room. Rafe responds that Dimitri didn’t give an inch.

Dimitri swears to Melinda that Gwen kidnapped him and he had nothing to do with what happened to EJ and the rest of his family. Melinda says he better provide some evidence against Gwen. Dimitri asks what if he can’t. Melinda says they first have to get him out on bail and they will figure out the rest after.

EJ asks Gwen about Dimitri being arrested. Gwen explains that Rafe found Dimitri’s tablet and other belongings at Vivian’s compound, so he naturally concluded that he was Peter’s accomplice. Gwen adds that Rafe will never know that she’s the one who shipped Dimitri’s things there from where he was being held captive. Gwen asks if EJ is going to congratulate her as they’ve been absolved of kidnapping Dimitri and calls it a big win. EJ disagrees, arguing that Vivian will now get off free from kidnapping him and his siblings, all because of Gwen’s foolishness. EJ tells Gwen that it was stupid and reckless to risk everything they’ve been working towards just so she could have her revenge on Leo. Gwen questions how it was stupid and reckless when it only cost him his blood lust against Vivian. Gwen tells EJ to let it go since they are so close to the endgame here. EJ argues that his entire family was nearly annihilated and the video feed they found proves that either Vivian was Peter’s accomplice or he was her accomplice. EJ complains that now Vivian gets continue circling the DiMera like a hawk with nothing to stop her from trying something like this again. EJ adds there’s nothing to stop her, except him.

Brady questions Kristen wanting Marlena to betray her values and lie to the court. Kristen says that’s exactly what she will do if she wants a relationship with Rachel. Brady calls that cruel and says he would never allow her to put Marlena in that position. Kristen asks what Brady’s plan is then, arguing that Rachel is happy now and where she belongs. Brady argues that Rachel is happy because Kristen came and gave her what she wanted which is the opposite of what Dr. Gregory said she needed. Kristen mocks Dr. Gregory knowing what’s best for her daughter. Brady stops her and says he can’t do this anymore as he can’t have a rational conversation with her. Brady declares now he has to do what he should’ve done months ago and take Kristen to court as he’s going to sue for full custody of their daughter.

Leo declares that the only person to blame for he and Javi not being together is himself. Marlena asks if he wants to expand on that. Leo complains that his crippling indecision drove Javi away and he let the best thing to ever happen to him just walk away. Leo says he’s still so pathetically unsure about what he wants. Leo doesn’t want to talk about how he feels, he just wants to focus on helping get Dimitri out of jail. Marlena questions why that is his responsibility. Leo asks who else’s it would be since Dimitri’s family wants nothing to do with him, so he’s the only one who cares about him. Leo wishes there was a way he could prove Dimitri’s innocence. Marlena doesn’t think Leo asked for this emergency therapy session to help Dimitri, but she thinks he’s looking for permission. Leo admits he thinks she’s right.

Melinda, Dimitri, Belle, and Rafe appear in front of the judge at the courthouse. Dimitri pleads not guilty. Melinda argues that they are grasping at straws and that Dimitri had nothing to do with the DiMera kidnappings. Belle states that the evidence says otherwise. Melinda calls the evidence weak and says that anyone could’ve logged onto the tablet feed from the DiMera crypt. Belle brings up her witnesses while Melinda argues they are in a foreign country so she wouldn’t be able to cross examine them and it would deny Dimitri his constitutional right to face his accusers. Belle argues that the crime happened on American soil against a prominent family in Salem. Melinda points out that these alleged witnesses claim Dimitri committed the crimes from halfway around the world and calls the allegations shaky at best. Melinda states that Dimitri should be allowed to participate in his defense, so she’s requesting he be freed on bail immediately.

Gwen understands that EJ is not happy about Vivian but says even if the feds realized Vivian was in cahoots with Peter, they won’t do anything. EJ doesn’t give a damn about treaties or international law. EJ argues that Vivian has been after the DiMera fortune for years and saw a chance to grab it thanks to Peter, but now thanks to Gwen, she thinks she’s immune. EJ declares that there is no get out of jail free card this time. Gwen asks what he’s going to do. EJ responds that like his father before him, he will mete out justice in his own time and his own way. Gwen says while they are coming to terms with what Vivian did, there’s something else he should know. Gwen informs EJ that she ran in to Gabi yesterday and apparently Stefan did not leave Salem on his own, Vivian kidnapped him to keep him away from her. EJ questions if Vivian just admitted this. Gwen explains that Rafe and Eli got it out of one of her former employees. EJ laughs off Vivian kidnapping her own son. Gwen says that Gabi is understandably devastated and even gave her money back to dig around for her. Gwen thinks Gabi wants some assurance that Stefan still loved her. EJ remarks that his actions said otherwise since he cheated on her with Ava while she was in prison. Gwen admits that she thinks Gabi is deluding herself, but her money is still green so thanks to Gabi’s broken heart, she’s no longer a pauper. EJ questions what exactly her plan is, if she’s going to just ask Vivian if Stefan was pining for Gabi. Gwen says she just told Gabi that she would poke around a bit, not how far she would go. EJ warns that Gwen is flying close to the sun and he would tread carefully before crossing Gabi. Gwen laughs off and asks what that two bit fashionista is going to do to her. EJ responds that from someone who has incurred her wrath, she can do plenty.

Leo asks Marlena to expand on him asking for permission. Marlena explains that Leo going to bat for Dimitri could complicate his relationship with Javi, so he’d like her to allow him to do that. Leo admits she’s right and that maybe he just needed her as a friend. Marlena doesn’t think wanting to help Dimitri in his hour of need makes him disloyal to Javi. Leo asks why he feels like he’s betraying Javi then. Marlena says for him to tell her. Leo says he’s not just coming to the aid of a buddy. Leo says Dimitri was held captive as a punishment because of their love and he was freed with the hope that they would go on to live happily ever after. Leo admits that if Javi called him right now to meet him in Texas, he couldn’t do it because he couldn’t just abandon Dimitri in his hour of need.

Belle states that Melinda put on quite a performance and made some valid points that she will shoot down in trial, but first they must make sure Dimitri shows up to his day in court. Belle argues that Dimitri has unlimited financial resources and connections as a former ISA agent, so if he’s released on bail, he could disappear easily. Melinda assures that Dimitri isn’t going anywhere, noting that he has family here. The judge notes that is family he’s accused of attempting to kill. Melinda calls that falsely accused and argues that Dimitri is just as much a victim as they are. Belle calls Dimitri a convicted felon and a flight risk, so she requests he be remanded until trial.

Kristen argues that Brady can’t sue her for custody now. Brady says she’s given him no choice. Kristen tells him to think of Rachel and warns that fighting her in court will backfire, especially for Rachel. Kristen says the judge needs to see Rachel in a stable family home with parents who aren’t at each other’s throats. Brady says at least he’s taking his anger out on the right person this time instead of Marlena. Brady complains that Kristen blindsided him and he would’ve had to explain to Rachel if he hadn’t already found a new place. Kristen mocks Brady moving in with Sarah while Brady argues that he moved back in to the Kiriakis Mansion where he lived for years. Kristen questions his new girlfriend sleeping down the hall just being a bonus and says she doesn’t give a damn. Kristen tells Brady again to think about Rachel and that revisiting their custody agreement is bad news for Rachel’s mental health and her freedom. Kristen declares that for Rachel’s sake, she will compromise and agree to joint custody. Brady questions what the catch is. Kristen responds that the catch is that she moves in with him.

EJ tells Gwen that he knows what it’s like to be on Gabi’s bad side. Gwen talks about getting her money back and wonders how Dimitri is doing at the police station now. EJ presumes he’s professing his innocence. Gwen says that won’t do him much good with all the evidence she planted against him. Gwen supposes it won’t be long before her assets will be unfrozen now that the feds are convinced she had nothing to do with Dimitri’s kidnapping. Gwen says it shouldn’t be long before she’s filthy rich again. Gwen says she’s going to treat herself to a frozen chai latte as she’s missed the finer things in life. EJ tells her to enjoy as Gwen exits.

Brady asks if Kristen is insane. Kristen says she’s just protecting Rachel and argues that it would help her cause if the judge sees that she’s living under the same roof with two loving parents. Brady questions her plan being perjury. Kristen asks if he wants joint custody or not. Brady says he does but he’s not going to let her blackmail him. Kristen tells him to have it his way then and to see what happens if he sues for full custody. Kristen warns that with Melinda on her side, he will surely lose and the damage it will do to Rachel will have been for nothing. Brady then decides that Kristen can stay in Tate’s room while he’s at school for one month and then once the hearing is over and she’s officially free, she gets out and gets her own place. Brady tells her to take it or leave it. Kristen agrees to take it and says he will see that it’s what’s best for Rachel. Brady argues that what’s best for Rachel is honesty, so they will sit her down and make sure she knows this is temporary and that her parents are not a couple and never will be again.

EJ calls Rafe and says he understands he came by before Stefano’s memorial yesterday, so he’s sorry he missed him. EJ asks what baseless accusations he’s going to hurl at him this time. Rafe responds that he’s actually not accusing him of anything this time. Rafe says he needs EJ’s help with a family matter and it’s about Stefan. Rafe asks if EJ still has Stefan’s get well card. EJ says he’s afraid it went straight to the trash as they weren’t on the best terms and asks why he’s asking. Rafe says that he can’t say and tells him that he’s sorry about his brother. EJ thanks him and adds that he heard Dimitri was arrested. EJ starts to ask about it but Rafe tells him to have a good day and hangs up, frustrating EJ.

Marlena asks Leo if Dimitri is aware of how protective he feels towards him. Leo says not at all. Marlena believes that honesty is always the best policy. Leo decides he has to go since Dimitri’s arraignment is wrapping up, so he should probably be there instead of rambling on about his convoluted feelings. Leo thanks Marlena for always being there for him and exits.

The judge announces bail will be set at a million dollars and agrees that Dimitri could be considered a flight risk, so he is ordered to surrender his passport and wear an ankle bracelet until the end of the trial. Dimitri calls it ridiculous while Melinda says there’s no problem.

Kristen finds Gwen in the town square and notes that she looks cheerful today. Gwen asks if she could convince Kristen to move back in to the DiMera Mansion. Kristen says that ship has sailed. Gwen tries to convince her and says the Salem Inn is nice but it’s nothing compared to the DiMera Estate. Kristen then reveals she has stepped up her living situation considerably as she announces she’s moving in with Brady and their daughter.

Brady goes to see Marlena and mentions picking up Rachel’s things to take to the new place. Marlena asks how it went today. Brady responds that he and Kristen decided not to take it to court and agreed to shared custody as long as Kristen moves in with them. Brady knows it’s terrible but says it can’t be worse than duking it out in court, especially for Rachel, and he set a firm timeframe on how long she stays. Marlena says if it works for him. Brady assures that it’s going to be different this time.

Leo waits at the police station as Rafe brings Dimitri out and handcuffs him to a chair. Leo comments on this being awkward while Rafe calls Dimitri the man who torpedoed his cousin’s wedding. Rafe tells Dimitri that he’ll be back with his ankle monitor and walks away. Leo tells Dimitri that must mean he’s made bail and that’s good. Dimitri responds that nothing about this is good and he needs his help.

EJ remains in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and makes a phone call, saying he needs them to send a message to Vivian Alamain. EJ hears Susan coming and quickly removes Stefano’s ring and then says he’ll be in touch as he hangs up. Susan enters the room and then stops in her tracks and says she realizes why she felt Stefano was still alive which EJ questions. Susan declares that it’s because Stefano is alive in EJ and that his evil is inside of him.

 

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Belle sits at home with Marlena and asks how Stefano’s memorial service was. Marlena responds that there was something cathartic about saying her final farewell to him, but she wishes John could’ve been there to say his piece since Stefano did him so much harm. Belle remarks that there’s no way John and Stefano will meet in the great beyond.

EJ, Tony, Chad, and Theo bring Stefano’s urn to the DiMera Crypt. EJ mentions Susan having the staff restore everything after they removed the crime scene tape. Theo points out a piece of the tape that was missed and says he’s not alright and he doesn’t think he can do this.

Marlena talks to Sami on the phone and says she did see Johnny at the service but didn’t get to speak to him. Marlena knows Johnny is grieving as he loved his Grandfather. Marlena hangs up as Brady arrives. They tell Brady that he’s always welcome as Belle suggests he could just move back in. Brady reveals he actually came to tell them that he found his own place and he’s moving in tomorrow, so he wants to get settled in just in case Rachel is discharged from Bayview.

EJ tells Theo that he doesn’t have to do this if it’s too difficult. Theo responds that he didn’t think it would be until he saw the crime scene tape. Theo feels like a coward while Chad encourages that he is brave for what he’s been through. Theo declares that he needs to do this for Stefano and himself, to say his final goodbye. Tony guesses Kristen won’t be joining them since she blames them all for Peter’s death. Kristen then enters the crypt and announces that the only person she blames for what happened is EJ. Theo doesn’t get why Kristen is so angry with EJ. Kristen thinks back to telling Chad that she confessed to shooting EJ to protect Rachel. Kristen then tells Theo tht he doesn’t need to know. EJ agrees and asks Kristen if nothing is sacred to her. EJ argues that they are burying their father while all Kristen can do is insult and cast blame. EJ says Stefano would be appalled while Kristen argues that Stefano loved pitting them against each other.

Marlena asks Brady about he and Kristen meeting with Dr. Gregory. Brady explains that Kristen wants to pull Rachel out of Bayview right away for reasons that he disagrees with. Brady adds that Dr. Gregory thinks Rachel isn’t ready, so he hopes she could persuade Kristen but Kristen can change on a dime. Brady regrets not suing for full custody when Kristen went to prison. Belle understands he didn’t think about it because they all thought she’d be in prison for the next six years. Belle suggests thinking about it now.

Theo disagrees with Kristen that Stefano would approve of them all turning against each other. Theo thinks he would want them to come together like they did when they were stuck in the crypt. Tony comments that Stefano would be impressed that they all made it out alive. Kristen points out that they all didn’t and complains that they are forgetting Peter. Tony responds that he’ll never forget Peter or that he had a special place in Kristen’s heart. Kristen flashes back to knocking Peter out. Kristen says she’s sorry they didn’t know the real Peter before Stefano changed his mind. Tony blames Peter’s illness. Kristen questions saying Stefano had nothing to do with Peter becoming cruel and sadistic. EJ says they all have painful memories of Stefano but now is the time to focus on the positives. Theo remembers Stefano as always being good to him. Chad is glad that’s his experience because the rest of them saw a very different side of him. Theo says not to hold back as he wants to know the truth about Stefano and how they all experienced him. Tony starts by stating that Stefano manipulated and brainwashed people on a regular basis. Tony talks about Stefano being faithful to his heart and chasing his dream, beginning his obsession with Marlena.

Brady doesn’t think he has it in him to go through another custody battle. Marlena suggests that Kristen can put Rachel’s needs above her own. Belle thinks she must know that sharing custody is what’s best but Brady says he’s begged her to see it that way. Belle hopes Kristen can be persuaded not to take Rachel out of Bayview because removing her would undermine her entire legal case and make everything so difficult.

Tony says that Stefano didn’t manipulate or brainwash him, but he did cast him aside for EJ. EJ denies that happening. Tony argues that he should’ve been the heir apparent as the oldest, but when EJ came on the scene, he was thrown out because he wasn’t Stefano’s flesh and blood. EJ is sorry he saw it that way. Tony argues that EJ was just as manipulative and single-minded as Stefano was. Tony points out that EJ was as devoted to Sami as Stefano was to Marlena. EJ won’t deny that he was once in love with Sami. Tony calls it obsession and a defining DiMera trait that they will obsessively stop at nothing to get what they want. Theo says he’s obsessed with chess. Tony asks Kristen about being obsessed with John and then Brady. Kristen doesn’t see the point in this. Chad thinks Tony is educating Theo on his eccentric relatives. EJ suggests they move on to the devotion they all have for their children which they learned from Stefano. Chad agrees that might be ingrained in all of them and acknowledges that Stefano would’ve laid down his life for them. Theo points out that EJ, Chad, and Kristen would all lay down their life for their children. EJ responds that Theo’s mother would’ve done the same for him. Kristen decides they are all eccentric albeit devoted parents like Stefano was and asks to get on with this.

Brady asks how taking Rachel out of Bayview would undermine her case. Belle explains that her goal is to persuade the judge not to leave Rachel’s situation up to the justice system and to leave it up to the mental health system. Belle says the best way to do that is for Rachel to be voluntarily committed to Bayview. Marlena adds that it would also show the judge that Brady and Kristen are committed to Rachel’s treatment. Brady understands it would hinder her defense if she wasn’t getting that treatment and says he’ll make sure Kristen does too.

Theo still doesn’t understand how Stefano’s bones ended up in the crypt. Tony remarks that the only person he could think of is Dr. Rolf, but none of them know where he is. EJ then thinks back to Dr. Rolf telling him about finding Stefano’s body. EJ says they may never know who was responsible but he’s glad he was brought back to them. They place Stefano’s urn down and begin to lay flowers on it as Chad speaks about his memory of Stefano being his unwavering love for him. Kristen says as angry as she’s sometimes been with Stefano, she admits he managed to capture her heart when she was in his presence. Kristen declares that in spite of it all, she is honored to carry his name. Theo talks about Stefano always making him feel valued and seen. Theo is grateful to Stefano for his mother and passing on her love to him. EJ says goodbye to his dad and says in spite of inheriting some of Stefano’s more challenging traits, he is also honored to bear his name. Tony talks about Stefano giving it his all and says he will always honor his memory. The five DiMeras join together as they close the lid. Chad suggests they go back to the house for one last toast to Stefano. Kristen and Tony agree while EJ tells them to go ahead as he wants one more moment with Stefano and then he’ll be along shortly. Tony, Kristen, and Theo exit. Chad tells EJ that he’ll leave him alone with Stefano in a minute, but he wanted to say that since they established they honor Stefano by cherishing family, he feels compelled to tell EJ that he’s very important to him. Chad knows EJ has been going through some struggles lately and he hopes things start looking up for him. Chad hopes EJ can find some inner peace going forward. EJ responds that Chad has had his share of struggles as well like losing Abigail and raising their children on his own. EJ adds that Chad is very important to him as well. EJ wishes he possessed half of the integrity Chad does and that he was half as good a father and man. Chad calls them both a work in progress and says he’s working every day to be better too. EJ tells Chad that he’s already there and declares he’s so proud to call him his brother. EJ hopes that he possesses some of Chad’s more admirable qualities. Chad tells EJ that he loves him as they hug. Chad adds that he’s there for him whenever he needs him. EJ says the same as Chad then exits the crypt.

Brady knows Kristen is at the DiMera Mansion for Stefano’s memorial, so he will have to talk to her in the morning. Belle hopes it goes well. Brady asks Marlena how the memorial went. Marlena says it went as expected and she was glad to go, but glad when it was over. Marlena adds that seeing Stefano’s children and grandchildren mourning him made her heart go out to them, even EJ.

EJ paces alone in the crypt, then sits next to Stefano’s urn and says it’s now just the two of them. EJ supposes it’s time to say goodbye but asks how he can, when he doesn’t believe he’s fully gone. EJ declares part of him will never believe he is gone.

Tony pours drinks in the living room for himself, Theo, and Chad to toast to Stefano. Tony says it wasn’t the grandest sendoff but he thinks Stefano would’ve been pleased.

EJ brings up that Rita told him that Stefano always insisted on using a fountain pen, so he leaves a fountain pen with the urn. EJ doesn’t know how many employees would still try to please their boss even after he’s gone, but he inspired loyalty in so many people. The door of the crypt then opens. EJ turns and questions what they are doing here.

Brady tells Belle and Marlena that he has to get going to set up his new place. Kristen then shows up at the door and informs Brady that Maggie told her that he found his own apartment which Brady confirms. Kristen calls it perfect timing as she surprises Brady with Rachel, who excitedly hugs him.

Tony tells Chad and Theo that Stefano would be tremendously relieved to know that Thomas and Charlotte’s custody situation turned out in Chad’s favor. Chad tells Tony not to badmouth the Hortons because they are good people and Abigail was the best person he knew. Tony says he didn’t mean to offend. Chad states that Thomas and Charlotte are just going through a lot and now that Jack and Jennifer are going back to Boston, it’s going to be a difficult goodbye. Chad adds that there’s also a situation with Jeremy, who he and Thomas are both fond of. Tony questions the situation. Chad says they are going to find out so he might as well say that Jeremy was accused of something and brought in to the police station for questioning. Chad explains that he’s afraid the parents of the other children will start gossiping and that Thomas doesn’t need to be in the middle of that right now.

Dr. Rolf enters the crypt and tells EJ that he’s sorry to interrupt his moment with his father, but he wanted to say goodbye now that everybody is gone. Dr. Rolf states that he’s relieved that Stefano has been returned to his rightful place, surrounded by his family and hopefully finally at peace. Dr. Rolf tells EJ that Stefano was an inspiration to him. EJ responds that Rolf inspired Stefano as well. EJ thanks Dr. Rolf for what he did to preserve Stefano’s life, memory, and legacy. EJ tells him that Stefano would be so proud of the work he’s doing. Dr. Rolf points out that it’s work EJ hired him to do. Dr. Rolf declares that the Phoenix may never rise again but he is alive in his children and grandchildren, especially EJ. Dr. Rolf reveals his last instruction from Stefano was to give EJ his ring when the time was right.

Brady tells Rachel that it’s so good to see her but he didn’t know it would be so soon. Rachel explains that Kristen talked to Dr. Gregory and said it was time for her to come home. Rachel asks Marlena for a cookie since she’s hungry so Marlena sends her to the kitchen. Brady can’t believe Kristen did this. Kristen argues that she told him that she would because Rachel doesn’t belong in that place. Belle argues that it’s not her decision to make and warns Kristen that she may have just blown Rachel’s only chance for the judge to be lenient on her and asks if that never occurred to her. Rachel comes back and asks Brady if they are going to their new apartment tonight. Brady thinks it’s best they stay here tonight, pointing out that all her stuff is already here. Rachel says she wants to see it and her new room. Marlena calls it a long day and says it can wait until tomorrow. Brady adds that it’s past Rachel’s bedtime anyway but says he’ll tuck her in and read her a book. Rachel says goodnight to Marlena, Belle, and Kristen. Rachel thanks Kristen for bringing her home and says she loves her as Brady takes her to her room. Belle asks Kristen if she plans on dropping any other bombshells tonight. Kristen says all that matters to her is that Rachel is out of that terrible place and agrees that everything else can be figured out in the morning, so Kristen then exits.

Chad asks what Tony is trying to say. Tony advises Chad to take a holiday and wait out the situation with Jeremy. Chad argues that he can’t just take his kids out of school. Tony points out that it would only be two weeks and he thinks it would do them good to have quality time. Chad agrees that maybe it would.

Dr. Rolf tells EJ that many rings have been made in the past but this is the original. He reveals Stefano gave it to him for safe keeping and the time has come for him to hand it over to EJ. Dr. Rolf declares that the torch is now passed to EJ to continue Stefano’s legacy. EJ calls it a formidable challenge. Dr. Rolf trusts he will rise with poise and precision as he then exits the crypt. EJ puts on the ring and envisions a memory of Stefano.

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