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Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

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[romantic music]

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[sighs] I think, uh– I think I should probably make that dinner I keep promising you before we get too carried away.

Mm-hmm, yeah, that sounds like a good idea. [laughter] And I’ll be right there to help you. I should just change first because this outfit’s a little– you know.

No, no, no, no, no, no, uh-uh, no, no. I promised you that I would make you dinner, and I intend to keep that promise. So don’t even think for a second about trying to help me, OK?

OK. Understood, Chef Black. Second of all?

Second of all, why would we bother putting on more clothes when we’re only gonna be taking them off?

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Well, it’s just–

Hey, if you’re feeling self-conscious about only being half-dressed, then… I guess I’ll just have to join you.

Oh. [laughs]

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I can’t wait to be with you tonight.

Neither can I. [wistful music]

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Hey, Doug. Whatcha reading?

Oh, hey, JJ. Just looking at this song that Grandpa Doug wrote for Julie.

Can I see?

Yeah. Wow, this is–this is great. I can’t believe I’ve never seen this before. Or heard the song, for that matter.

Well, the book I found it in was left behind at the Horton Cabin about a year ago. I went to go get it for Julie, but by the time I got back, she was already in bed. So I figured I’ll just give it to her tomorrow morning.

That’s nice of you to go get it for her, though. Was that your first time over at the Horton Cabin?

Sure was, yeah.

Did you manage to get back before dark? I know things can get a little spooky when you’re up there by yourself.

Well, actually, it wasn’t just me. I also ran into Holly Jonas. [suspenseful sting]

Jada, hi. Sorry, I didn’t realize that you were home. Can I pour you a glass of wine?

Oh, thanks, but I’m good. I’m actually heading out.

Oh. Is this–

Yeah. This is the last of it. [sighs] And then I’ll be officially moved out.

Ooh, Abe, I can’t tell you how glad I am that Chanel is moving back in with Johnny, oh. Not that I was put out by, you know, being her host here, of course, oh, but I’m just so– so happy to see the two of them finally get back on track. Mm. Oh. Oh, Abe, I’m so sorry. Here I am, chattering on about Johnny and Chanel, and I haven’t even taken a moment to check in on you about “Body & Soul.” Oh, I can’t imagine how difficult it must have been to give it up.

Yeah. It was hard. You know I’m always– I will always be proud of the work we did.

Mm.

And it was the right decision.

Well, I must say, if there is one bright side to “Body & Soul” leaving town, it’s that I get to spend some quality time alone with my handsome husband.

[chuckles] Well, you know what? I will drink to that.

Mm-hmm.

Mm. [knock on door] Oh, apparently, I spoke too soon.

All right. [groans] Yeah, OK. [tense music]

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Hi, Mom, it’s me. I’m just checking in. I know you’re probably missing Dad today, and trust me, we all are. But I know he’s doing everything he can to get back to us because he misses us, too. Anyway, I just stopped to get a quick drink on my way home from work, and I don’t really know when I’m gonna be home. So if you get this before I see you, just don’t wait up for me, OK? I love you. Bye.

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Well, well, well, if it isn’t the new Ms. Salem DA.

[clears throat]

Mind if I join you?

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

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[soft dramatic music]

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Ah. I needed that.

Tough day?

I tell you, I cannot believe there are so many damn criminals in this town. I mean, give a guy a break. They’re nearly killing me.

You’ve been on the force for years. You’re just now realizing there’s a problematic workload?

Yeah, well, you know, it– listen, a coma, it can really do a number on a guy. And it definitely did a number on me. So it’s just taking a while to get back into the swing of things.

Right.

Yeah, especially after that train wreck that Jada left at the police department, and, you know, after she stole my job. So, yeah, no surprise that I’m feeling a little bit overwhelmed.

You know that Jada didn’t set out to steal your job, right?

Oh. I get it. OK. Team backstabber, huh? Mm-hmm. Well, you know what? It’s no surprise, considering that, uh, you pulled the exact same stunt with EJ.

[scoffs]

Madam Mayor, I, uh, hope I’m not interrupting.

Do you have any idea what day this is?

I do, actually. Happy Valentine’s Day to you both. I hope you’ll accept this as a token of my sincerest apologies for interrupting your evening. However, I thought you might want to discuss this matter privately and in person.

Uh, what matter? [scoffs] What do you want?

I’m here to talk to you about Jada Hunter.

Are you sure you have to move out?

Beyond sure. This is the last place that I want to be right now. No offense.

No, I completely understand. I guess I was just hoping that if Rafe were to come home, the two of you could still–

Work things out? Yeah. You know, if this was a few days ago, I might have agreed with you. But now, every conversation I have with that man, it just gets worse every time. I even returned the engagement ring last night. I mean, “return” is a bit generous. I pretty much tossed it at him.

If you don’t mind my asking, what did he say this time to get you so worked up?

I tried to talk to him about EJ setting me up. And you know what he said? He told me that I should just let it go.

What? He said that?

I know, right? I mean, not only did his feelings for me just magically vanish, he has now allied himself with EJ– EJ DiMera, of all people, a man that he supposedly despises.

I don’t get that.

Yeah. Shawn, he thinks that maybe his coma possibly altered his personality somehow, but I don’t know. Just thinking about this just makes my head hurt.

Jada… I’m so sorry. If there’s anything that I can do…

You know, at this point, to be honest, I just want this–just all of this to be over with. You know, after Bobby, I can’t go through this again. I can’t. So it’s–I think it’s time that I just move on. Get over it. Move on.

Jada Hunter.

What about her?

[clears throat] Put simply, you have a crisis on your hands. Now, we all knew from the very beginning you putting Jada in Rafe’s job was a huge misstep.

Oh, please.

You’ve already had to eat crow and suspend her. And to make matters worse, you replaced her with Rafe Hernandez, the very man you had her replace just a few months earlier.

I do not need a former district attorney to tell me how to do my job.

I’m merely a concerned citizen.

Concerned about what, exactly? You know, not too long ago, your concern nearly ousted Paulina as mayor.

I have no desire to retread that line of events. Believe me. I simply want to help the good people of Salem the best way I know how.

[chuckles] And how’s that?

Well, as you so kindly pointed out, I formerly served this great city as district attorney. And at the time, I was working alongside the current police commissioner, Rafe Hernandez.

So?

So you gave him his job back. How about giving me mine back, too?

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What stunt did I supposedly pull on EJ?

Not supposedly. You stole his job.

I did not steal his job. Paulina offered it to me. I just accepted it.

OK, I think you mean Paulina and Jada. And from what I understand, Jada orchestrated the whole thing. You know why?

Yes, because she was trying to protect the department from EJ’s corruption.

No, no, because she wanted a DA that would kowtow to her, one that would look the other way so she could have the free rein to do whatever it was that she wanted.

Oh, come on, Rafe. You don’t really believe that, do you?

Well, you know, all the pieces, they do fit together nicely, wouldn’t you agree?

No. I would not agree. And I don’t think you do either. So why don’t you tell me what is going on?

I can’t imagine what this must be like for you. You and Rafe really seemed like such a great couple up until recently.

It’s fine, honestly. I’m just thankful that he showed me his true colors before we officially got married.

Well, it’s my brother’s loss. You deserve the best. I hope you know that.

Thanks. So do you. [clears throat] Speaking of, how are things going with you and JJ?

[sighs] That is a very good question.

Holly was up there, huh? I suppose she got the key from Maggie. Was she just hanging out, or…

Uh, she was waiting on her boyfriend, Tate Black.

You and Tate friends?

Not exactly. He and Holly were apparently planning to meet at the cabin for some sort of romantic Valentine’s Day rendezvous.

Mm-hmm. Unless I’m imagining things, I’d say you’re not too happy about that, are you?

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Mm, that was amazing.

Yeah?

Seriously, I could eat it every day for the rest of my life. What’s it called again?

It’s spaghetti Bolognese.

Ah, very fancy.

I mean, it’s just spaghetti with red sauce, but it is one of my best dishes.

And how many dishes are we talking exactly?

OK, you don’t have to call me out like that.

I’m just wondering. [laughter]

However, I am a little bit out of my comfort zone when it comes to dessert. So I did go with the store-bought option this time. So I hope that’s OK.

Actually, I was kind of hoping we could skip dessert and go straight to something else. [sultry music]

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Wow. You look– I don’t even have the words.

Then don’t use any words.

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[gentle music]

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You are so beautiful.

Finally found those words, huh?

[laughs]

So are you ready?

Yeah. You?

Yeah.

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[sultry music]

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You sure that you feel safe about this?

Yeah. I’m on the pill.

OK. Great.

Don’t worry, Tate. Nothing’s gonna go wrong. It’s gonna be perfect.

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Well, it–it was just awkward, that’s all. I basically barged in on their romantic getaway. And then I made it even worse by–

By what?

Well, we were standing there looking at these romantic poems, and I just– I sort of let it slip that I have feelings for her.

Let it slip?

I basically just blurted it out. Man, it was so embarrassing.

No, hey, don’t sweat it. I’ve–I’ve been in basically the same situation you are right now.

Really?

A few times, actually.

OK, well, then, tell me, how do I get out of this?

Well, it depends. What’d Holly say?

Well, she didn’t really get a chance to say anything, because Tate walked in a minute later, and then I got the hell out of there. And look, I know that she is in a serious relationship, and I have absolutely no intention of getting between her and Tate. But I just– man, I don’t know what to do about these feelings.

Well, I think talking about them with someone other than Holly certainly helps. So anytime you need an ear, just– just let me know.

Well, thanks, man. I appreciate that. You know, I’m glad I was wrong about you.

What do you mean?

Well, ever since I came to Salem, I just– I had this feeling like you weren’t too sure about me.

In what way?

I don’t know, just, like, odd, I guess. But like I said, I’m glad I was wrong.

Actually, you weren’t wrong.

Huh?

I, uh– I feel a little weird telling you this, but I guess you deserve to know. I’ve, uh, sort of been keeping my eye on you.

You have? Why?

Well, to be honest, my mom thought you might have been the one who stole Julie’s necklace. [dramatic music]

I actually haven’t seen very much of JJ recently. I keep meaning to call him, but I know he’s been busy with his new job at Salem PD, and so I doubt he has any free time to spare. And it’s fine.

But it’s Valentine’s Day. It should be on him to make a little time. [knock on door]

Oh.

Hi. I have a delivery for Gabi Hernandez.

That’s me. Oh. [laughs] Aww. Thank you so much.

Have a great day.

Yeah, you too.

Mm. These are lovely. [sniffs] From JJ?

Yeah.

See? That’s what real boyfriends do.

Jada, I’m sorry. I, um–

No, no, no, please, don’t be. You should be happy. And you know what? I am glad that at least one of us is having a good Valentine’s Day.

Oh, you have got some nerve.

EJ, as urgent as this discussion may seem to you, why don’t we postpone it until, oh–

Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, Abraham. It’s all right, all right? I already have an answer for him, and that answer is no way in hell.

Mm, do you really want Belle Black to continue in the position of district attorney, the woman handpicked by Jada Hunter before her history of lawbreaking was uncovered?

Ah–

What– what happens when Jada’s case goes to trial? Do you really think Belle will be prepared to prosecute?

I have complete faith in Belle Black.

Just like you had complete faith in Jada Hunter, right?

Jada Hunter’s case will be investigated thoroughly, intensively, and without bias.

[laughs] OK, OK.

I’m very confident that Belle Black and Rafe, for that matter, they will follow the evidence wherever it leads.

Hmm, so, uh, in other words, justice will never be served. OK. [tense music]

Nothing is going on. I just believe the evidence, that’s all. In fact, isn’t that what cops are supposed to do? Follow evidence?

And their intuition. I mean, I think any other cop with any sense would know that Jada would never do the thing she’s been accused of. I mean, Jada would never break rules to get ahead. She’s not ambitious like that. She’s just a–a hard worker and an honest cop and a really good friend.

Not ambitious? Not–wow, OK. You don’t really know Jada that well. You have never seen her go after something that she really wanted, something that she wouldn’t be denied?

I mean, like I said, she’s a hard worker. And, yeah, maybe she had her eye on the commissioner job a few years ago, but they gave it to Shawn instead.

Uh-huh. Yep. And, uh, how did little Ms. Hunter seem when she didn’t get it?

She was disappointed.

Mm.

Why wouldn’t she be?

OK. Well, I think that she was a little bit more than disappointed.

[scoffs]

Listen, I… you know, I heard that you and Shawn broke things off a few weeks ago, speaking of which, and, uh, I just want to say sorry. I know that’s got to be tough, especially on a day like today.

Suppose so. To be honest, I haven’t given it much thought.

Yeah. OK. You’re playing it tough. It’s good for you. But, you know, there’s no need to hold back on my account. Here you are. You’re all alone on the most romantic night of the year. You know, just– there’s no shame in wanting a little masculine comfort.

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[gentle music]

[sighs]

[laughs]

Well, that was–

You don’t have the words?

Actually, I do have the words. That was everything I dreamed it would be, and more.

It was the same for me.

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[sighs] God, I know it took a long time for us to get here, but I’m just so happy my first time was with you. It wouldn’t have been the same with anyone else. I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to, like, bring up–

Uh, no, no, it’s OK. I’m sorry. I wish I would have waited.

It’s OK. We don’t have to talk about it. I’m just glad we get to be together now, in this moment.

I agree. By the looks of things, I’d say I got here just in time tonight, huh?

What do you mean?

I just– I don’t know. When I first walked in on you and Doug, it just kind of seemed like he was about to make a move on you. [tense music] – Your mom thought I stole Julie’s necklace?

A lot of us did, actually. You remember that’s– that’s why I–

Why you asked me why I was in jail.

Yeah. Look, man, if it makes you feel better, and honestly, I hope it does, I don’t think that anymore. I’ve seen how you are with Julie, how much you care about her. And frankly, I really don’t think you’re capable of doing something like that to your family. Not back then, certainly not now.

JJ, I should probably tell you– [phone ringing]

Hold that thought. Hey.

Hey yourself. I just got your flowers. I can’t believe you remembered that lilies are my favorite.

Of course I remembered. And, hey, I’m so sorry. This is last minute. I just got off work, but would you want to go grab a drink somewhere?

How about here?

Your place?

Well, I kind of have the place to myself, more or less. And I have a bottle of wine with your name on it.

Well, then, how can I refuse? I’ll be right over.

Great. I’ll see you in a bit then. Bye. [soft music]

So he’s coming over?

Is that all right? I know you said you were on your way out, but if you wanted to stay, maybe the three of us could–

It’s fine, Gabi. Really, it’s fine. You and JJ enjoy your nice romantic Valentine’s evening alone. Besides, I have a very early start tomorrow.

Well, in that case, I just wanted to say, you know, Rafe may be my brother, and I know you and I may not legally be related. But regardless of all of that, I’m on your side on this 100%. No matter what happens.

Thank you, Gabi. That means a lot.

And don’t be a stranger, OK?

I won’t. I promise.

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Paulina, do you mind if I handle this?

By all means.

EJ… [clears throat] You have some nerve showing up here tonight.

Oh, yes. I am terribly sorry for ruining your evening. How awful of me not to realize that the very fabric of our legal framework ranked lower on the list than, uh, good eating.

See, that’s the issue right there, pretending that this, all this, is about justice and community, when in reality, it’s all about you.

I beg your pardon?

EJ DiMera first, going all the way back to when you ran against me for mayor.

Now who’s the one making it all about themselves?

[scoffs] You know, I have a– I have a very capable wife. But this is my home, too. And I will take great pleasure in tossing you out of it. Now go. [soft dramatic music]

Fine. But self-serving or not, Madam Mayor, you know I’m right about Belle. Happy Valentine’s Day.

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What the hell are you doing?

Sorry, what– did I miss something here? I thought I was catching a vibe.

Uh, not from me, you weren’t.

OK, well, all right. I just thought, you know, since I’m newly single, you’re newly single.

[scoffs] Well, that just gives you the right to hit on me like that?

All right, lady, take it easy.

No, you know what? You listen to me. That will never, ever happen again. And you and I will keep things professional between us, both in the office and out of the office, forever. [scoffs] What is going on with him?

You think Doug seemed like he was interested in me? [scoffs]

Yeah. It’s just, like, the vibe he gives off, the way he looks at you, like– just telling you, Holly, I think he has a thing for you.

I hope someone writes you a little inscription in a book like my grandfather did for Julie. “When I first saw you, that’s when I knew the truth. “You are the most beautiful, wonderful thing I’ve ever seen. And that’s all I ever need to know.”

Wow. Talk about big feelings. That’s pretty romantic.

Yeah, it is. And I feel the same way about you. [tender music]

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When you came over on Christmas Eve, the moment I saw you, I just– I don’t know how to describe it. My heart skipped a beat.

I had no idea.

I’m such an idiot. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just rewind five minutes and pretend that this never happened?

Actually, I don’t think I can, because I feel the same way about you.

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Get a grip on it, Williams. She doesn’t feel that way about you. [somber music]

See? Now you get to enjoy them, too. And not only do they look beautiful, mm, but they smell amazing, too.

I smell something a little more. I’m gonna take a wild guess and say coconut.

Good guess.

Yeah?

Yeah. It’s one of our new scents at Gabi Chic. We were testing them out in the office today.

Well, if my vote counts, I’d definitely say it’s a winner. And listen, I’m– I’m sorry I haven’t been more in touch lately. I know we’ve both been really busy the past few weeks. But I, uh, don’t want you to get the wrong idea. It’s not a reflection of how I feel about you, about us. Not at all.

And how do you feel about us?

I feel very, very lucky to be here with you tonight.

I feel lucky, too.

Oh.

Mm.

Mm.

Well, I’m glad we got rid of our third wheel.

Oh, don’t remind me. Oh, lord in heaven. [shudders] Ooh, I really do hate that EJ DiMera. [imitates choking]

Do you think he had a point, though, about Belle?

Oh, of course not. He was just trying to save his own privileged hide, exactly like you said. Although…

Although what?

He really did seem kind of desperate this time, you know, to get the DA job back. I mean, if a man like EJ DiMera is fishing around for power over the prosecution, then it’s likely a sign that he’s been up to no good. Now, the question is, what did he do this time? [tense music]

Well, I just hope that your mother can handle looking after both Ava and Rafe. But given their history, she doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, now, does she? [sighs] But we don’t really have much choice in the matter. Yes, you’re right. I agree. We need to come up with a long-term plan. Those two can’t stay locked up in your family’s summer home forever. [doorbell rings] I’ve got to go. We’ll talk more about this when you get back from work. [sighs] Belle. I wasn’t expecting to see you tonight.

Yes, well, I thought you ought to know that your newfound friend Rafe has one hell of a nerve.

He’s not my friend.

Oh, he is such a colossal jerk.

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Calm down. Tell me what happened.

OK. I was at Small Bar, trying to enjoy a drink, alone, when he came over and started badgering me with a bunch of talk about Jada and the mayor. And then he just, like– he leaned in, and without any warning, he just–

What? Tell me.

He made a pass at me. He kissed me.

I’m going to kill him. [tense music]

Oh, hey there, Jadacakes. Long time no see. What’s up?

First of all, cut it out with the Jadacakes crap.

Well, come on. What, you still angry about what happened yesterday?

Second of all, FYI, I am all cleared out of your house. Any shred of evidence of our shared life together has either been moved out, torn up, or thrown out. It’s all yours now.

All mine, huh? Huh. So where exactly are you moving?

Not that it’s any of your business–

Yeah?

But Stephanie is letting me crash on her couch for a few days until I find a place of my own.

All right. Well, you can have a new place right away if you play your cards right.

What?

I got a big comfy bed right inside. You’re more than welcome to share it.

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You know, whatever EJ is up to, I’m sure we’ll know soon enough.

Mm. Yeah, well, he and the rest of the people in Salem can rest assured I will not be giving him that DA job back– no way, no how. Oh, I won’t be making that mistake again.

[chuckle] Yeah, you know, sweetheart, I am, um– I’m sorry if I stepped on your toes when I told him off.

Oh, are you kidding? My big bad husband standing up to big bad EJ DiMera? [both chuckle] Well, it’s the best Valentine’s Day gift a girl could ask for.

Oh.

My heart is still beating a mile a minute just thinking about it.

Oh, well, maybe we should have a glass of wine just to calm you down.

Mm-mm! Mm-mm, I don’t want to calm down. I would rather get fired up for my hot husband.

Well, I do think that could be arranged. [chuckles]

[grunts]

Wait, wait, wait. Where are you going?

You said Rafe was at Small Bar, right?

OK, I don’t need you to rush off and fight my battles for me–I handled it.

Look, I’m sorry, Belle, but I’m afraid you don’t understand–

No, I understand just fine. And I think it’s very sweet that you want to stand up for me, but you don’t have to. Not in this instance, anyway.

You think I’m sweet, do you?

I suppose that’s what I said.

[sighs] Well, I mean, you’re certainly right about one thing. I do want to stand up for you, but not because I don’t think you can handle yourself, but because I care about you, Belle.

See? Sweet.

[chuckles] I also don’t like the idea of someone else kissing you on Valentine’s Day.

Oh, no? Who should it be, then?

Oh, well, let me show you.

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Are you serious right now? Did I not make myself clear last night when I threw my ring at you and slapped you across the face? Or do you need a reminder?

Hey, I am just trying to help you out by giving you a place to stay, OK? You don’t have to be such a bitch about it.

You know what? You are an even bigger ass than I realized. I am sorry I ever met you.

[scoffs] Women. [scoffs]

So…

So?

So what were you thinking? We could, uh, order in, watch a movie, or, uh…

Do this? [tender music]

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I’m sorry. That was a stupid thing to bring up.

No, it’s OK. It’s good we talk about these things. And for the record, Doug is just a friend, nothing more. So you don’t have anything to worry about, OK?

OK. Then I won’t worry. All right. I have good news, and I also have bad news. The good news is, uh, we still have that delicious dessert that I bought for us. The bad news is if we want to eat it, we should probably grab it now before we have to catch the last ferry home.

Whew, well, if that’s the case, I say let’s skip the dessert. [both giggle]

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[suspenseful jazzy music]

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[mumbles] I can’t– I believe they wouldn’t let me back on set. Like I was really going to make off with Kassanndra’s duvet cover. I have standards. When you get pink slipped, you stick to office supplies. [stolen supplies clatter]

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[knock at door] [gasps] The cops.

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It was not an admission of guilt. Those are all from the gift shop downstairs.

The gift shop? Did you buy me something?

Uh, sure. How do you feel about a high-end stapler? Boy, am I glad to see you.

[sighs] Well, I know you had a rough day, so I just wanted to stop by and give you a kiss.

Well, I’m not going to say no to that. [tender music]

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Happy Valentine’s Day.

Happy Valentine’s Day to you.

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[Steve sighs]

[chuckles] Happy Valentine’s Day, sweetness. And happy anniversary.

I cannot believe that you let me think that you forgot.

I wanted to surprise you, baby.

Surprise me?

Yeah.

This is more like a trick.

Oh, OK. Yeah. And I know you were mad. But you did say you forgive me.

Mm, mm, mm. No, no, no, no, no. I said I guess I could forgive you. [Steve scoffs] which means that I am still miffed. And I’m not really, really quite there yet.

OK. I get it.

Mm-hmm. So I think that you have to figure out how you’re going to make it up to me.

[sighs] Right.

Mm-hmm. And how are you going to do that? [suspenseful jazzy music]

I’m not telling.

Oh. [Steve chuckles] Another surprise, huh?

[chuckling] Yes.

You always just love keeping me in suspense. Don’t you?

I do. [Kayla inhales deeply]

I wouldn’t want you to change anything.

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[sighs] Don’t make that face. [sighs] [tense cymbal roll] [suspenseful music]

Holly?

Doug? Uh– [Holly gasps]

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Mrs. Choi is finally on board with us putting the baby up for adoption. So all we have to do is find the right couple. [soft tender music]

Maybe you just did.

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Wait. I’m sorry. What are you talking about?

We’re talking about us. What if Johnny and I adopted your baby?

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

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[tender music]

Are you–are you serious?

Well, we’ve been talking about having a baby. We actually just came from an appointment with Aunt Kayla.

Yeah, and she said that it’s pretty risky for me to get pregnant right now for both me and the baby.

So sorry.

Yeah. Thanks. It was kind of a blow. But Johnny and I were just sitting here talking about how we both really want to be parents.

And discussing our options.

And then you showed up and you’re looking for someone to adopt your baby.

And it kind of just feels like it’s meant to be, you know?

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Doug, what are you doing here?

Julie asked me to run an errand for her. I-I didn’t expect you to be here. [Holly sighs] But you obviously weren’t expecting me either.

Yeah, well, it’s Valentine’s Day. Tate was going to make me dinner. He was supposed to be here, like, an hour ago.

Ah. Well, it looks like you have quite the night planned.

[scoffs] This? No, I–I was just trying it on. I–

Oh, no, no. I didn’t mean–

I was going to take it off before he even got here, so–

I just– I just meant that, uh… you look nice. [soft dramatic music]

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Well, this was very, very sweet.

Well, I figured that you need a palate cleanser from your crummy day before we head out. [Leo gasps]

I forgot to make dinner reservations for tonight. With, you know, with all the work drama.

Hey, that is totally OK. You just lost your dream job. You get a lot of leeway right now.

Oh, yeah?

Mm-hmm.

How much leeway?

One month anger, one month self-pity. But then by Memorial Day weekend, I’m going to need you back because we have that trip to Provincetown, remember?

Yeah, all right. It’s a deal. I did plan ahead and I got you something, though.

[snaps fingers] Oh, no, no, no, no, no. You first. [Leo chuckles] It is just a little something that we sell at Gabi Chic.

All right. Let’s see.

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“If you don’t have anything nice to say, come sit by me.”

I saw it and I thought of you.

It’s right on the money. And it’s so thoughtful. Thank you.

Well, it goes both ways. Whatever you’re feeling, you come sit by me and share it.

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You’re not going to go running for the hills?

I am not going anywhere. [tender music] [soft dramatic music]

There. What do you think?

It’s perfect. If I do say so myself.

[chuckles] Well, I hope I was half as successful with your little gifty.

From Saxton’s?

Mm-hmm.

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Leo, this is gorgeous.

Well, I have exquisite taste.

Well, thank you. But this must have cost a fortune.

[sighs] I was making head writer money at the time.

Well, let’s return it.

For store credit? No. No. I wanted to do something nice for you while I could.

I’m sorry. I can’t believe that the network didn’t bring you along when they picked the show up.

Yeah. It’s their loss, though. I am choosing to view this as a positive for me. My future is wide open. Even if dinner reservations are not.

Hey, that is totally OK. I wouldn’t mind just ordering room service and turning on the TV and seeing who wins.

Oh, yes, yes. The “Drag Race” semi-finals, of course. You know, I know it’s a holiday and all, but I was worried about not watching them live.

“Drag Race”? No, no. [laughing] I’m talking about the big game. [suspenseful jazzy music]

What big game?

Uh, you said you were helping Julie run an errand? Is there anything I can help you find or–

Right. So I can get out of your hair.

I did not say that.

You didn’t have to. [Holly chuckles softly] As soon as I find this book, I’ll be on my way.

Which book are you looking for?

A book that my grandfather gave to Julie for Valentine’s Day one year. She thinks she left it here last April during that blizzard.

Mm. Yeah, I remember. That was nuts. Well, feel free to look around.

Sweet. Thanks. And that didn’t take long at all. Here it is.

Let me guess. A book of love poems.

Ding-ding.

[chuckling] Seriously? I was joking. Wow, that’s really sweet.

Yeah. Julie said my grandfather wrote a song just for her and stuck it inside this book.

[sighs] Aw. They were something else. God, I hope I’m that head over heels in love when I’m their age.

I know. Way everyone tells it, my grandfather was a hopeless romantic. [Holly chuckles] [soft dramatic music] Guess we have that in common.

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Wow. You’re right, it does kind of seem like it is meant to be. Are you two sure about this?

Yeah. I mean, it makes sense, right? Like, you could tell Mrs. Choi that the baby’s going to stay in the family since you and I are cousins.

Yeah. Or are we coming on too strong? Or, you know, maybe this is a little too close for comfort for you two. Or, I don’t know, maybe you have somebody else already in mind.

No, no, no, no, no, no. Sophia and I have searched high and low for a couple that her mom would approve of. And we’ve had no luck.

Has she already shot down a few people?

Not exactly, but her family’s religious, so that’s definitely a factor. We thought this couple from her mom’s church was on board, but they backed out.

So she won’t let anyone adopt the baby who isn’t a part of her church or doesn’t practice the same faith as her?

I don’t exactly know what her parameters are, but the only way we could convince her to let the baby be put up for adoption was if it was by a couple with good Christian values.

Hmm. Good Christian values, huh? [soft tense music]

[imitates flying sound] Thank you.

I hope you don’t mind, baby. It’s not very fancy.

Mind? Are you kidding me? This is my favorite thing in the whole world.

Yeah?

Being with the man of my dreams with a big glass of wine. It’s heaven.

You’re heaven.

Mm, yeah? [Steve smooches] Oh, are you crazy? Is that my favorite brie?

Yeah. The one that’s always sold out.

Have I not taught you anything? You always lead with the brie.

Oh, OK. [Kayla sighs] Well, you can thank Stephanie, too, because she helped me track it down for tonight.

Oh. [somber music]

What’s the matter, baby?

Mm. Just reminds me of what my mother used to always say. You’re only as happy as your least happy child. I mean, Stephanie should be out having a special night with a guy on her Valentine’s Day, not helping her parents wine and dine each other.

Well, how do you know she’s not?

Well, I mean, I do know that there was something brewing with her and Alex Kiriakis again. And I didn’t want to pry. But she did say that they were having trouble trying to make it work.

Well, I suggest you should pry more often because it’s the only way we can get our kids to tell us anything.

[scoffs] What do you mean?

Stephanie told me that she and Alex worked it out. As a matter of fact, they’re having dinner tonight.

Hmm. Hmm. [soft jazzy music playing]

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Sorry to keep you waiting.

Mm. Well, you are worth the wait.

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Happy Valentine’s Day.

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Color me shocked, but I had no idea there was a big game, let alone one that you’d be interested in watching.

It’s the Longhorns game. Sorry, sometimes I forget that I’m not in Texas anymore. [Javi chuckles]

Is that football?

If it were Thanksgiving, maybe. [laughs] It’s basketball season. My dad and I used to watch every Longhorns game. You didn’t grow up watching sports?

Not if I could help it. But if I had to, I was way more interested in the cheerleaders. No, no, no. I’m totally gold star. I just cared more about the choreography than the actual games.

See, I actually did care about the games, especially during March Madness. My father and I used to fill out our own brackets and then we place bets to see who can beat each other. And if I won, I’d get 10 bucks. And then if I’d lose, I’d have to, you know, clean out the garage. [both chuckle]

How did that shake out?

The garage was spotless. [laughter] But I didn’t care. Watching the games with my dad, hearing him yell at the TV, I felt close to him. [sentimental music] Which is why I was worried telling him that I was gay and it would change everything, which is why I waited as long as I could.

And what did he say when you told him?

He said, that’s nice, son, but you still have to clean the garage. [laughter]

My god, it must have been such a relief.

It was. And nothing changed between us. When I told my mom, that was a whole other story. Nothing was ever the same between us again. [somber music]

A first date on Valentine’s Day?

Well, I wouldn’t exactly call it a first date. But yeah, looks like they might be diving right into the deep end.

Well, you know what? I’m really happy for Stephanie. I mean, I know how worried she was that it couldn’t work out with Alex because of Joy Wesley.

Well, apparently he was finally able to end things with her.

Well, I’m sorry for her. But after everything that Alex and Stephanie have been through, I think they need a second chance. Wouldn’t you agree?

Listen. I’m happy she’s happy. But Alex? Look, I know I sound old-school, but he’s a notorious player.

I have heard that he has mellowed over the years.

I just don’t want to see her get hurt again.

I know. Listen, I would be lying if I said that I am completely on board with the two of them getting back together. But they’re young. And how do you grow older and wiser if you don’t make some mistakes?

Yeah, well considering all the times we foolishly broke up… I guess we must be really wise.

[chuckling] Right. Oh, yeah, our wisdom is infinite. No, I’m just saying that look at us. We overcame our issues. And it made us stronger and better, right? I just hope the same thing happens for them.

Just wait. [tender music]

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Mm.

Ah.

Montrachet.

A ’93.

[gasps] Is that a good year?

Oh, a very good year, according to my mother.

Ooh. [soft jazzy music playing] [glasses clink]

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Mm.

Mm?

That is incredible. I mean, but then again, I’d be happy with 2 Buck Chuck. I’m not much of a wine expert.

I wouldn’t say I’m an expert either, but my mother did insist that I learn about all of the best French vintages. One summer as a kid, she took me all over the country. We must have hit every single vineyard this place has to offer. It was like a field trip.

Well, I hope not a grade-school trip.

Mm. High school, technically. But they’re a little bit more permissive there. Although I know my father wouldn’t have been thrilled.

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Oh, wow. Where did Justin think that you and your mom were going all over France?

Euro Disney.

[laughs] No.

Mm-hmm. Yep, he said, just make sure you take him to the Louvre. That’s it. You take him to the Louvre is what he said. You make sure he gets his culture.

Wow. Well, you certainly got that.

I did, yeah. So we went to the Louvre, obviously.

Mm-hmm.

Then we hit all the best restaurants. My mother, she would order these six-course tasting menus.

Wow. Not a bad way to spend vacation.

Yeah. Beat getting a lifeguard job, that’s for sure. [both chuckle] I think my mother just– she viewed it as her duty as a parent to show me the finer things in life. Although, time to time, I do wish she had a little bit more of a conventional approach to her parenting.

But there were upsides, too.

Mm.

And I’m not just talking about how this wine didn’t come out of a box. Without her, you wouldn’t be who you are today.

Mm, I guess– I guess not.

We wouldn’t be here together. So for that, I’m grateful. I’m grateful for her, too.

Me, too. [glasses clink]

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Listen, I still have to talk to Sophia. Can we get back to you two?

Yeah. No, yeah, of course. Do you need a ride somewhere?

No, no, no. I’m all set. I was supposed to meet Holly at the Horton cabin over an hour ago.

Oh. Big plans for Valentine’s Day?

You know, something like that. [Chanel laughs] But thank you so much. I mean, this could be really, really amazing. Not just for me and Sophia, but for you two and the baby. You two would be really great parents. [soft dramatic music]

Thanks, Tate. That means a lot.

I’m sorry that I have to rush out. The cell service at the cabin sucks and Holly’s probably wondering where I am. And I just hate the idea of her sitting there all alone. [suspenseful music]

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Any good ones in there?

They’re all pretty romantic. And earnest. It’s pretty amazing that someone can write about how deeply in love they are and not feel self-conscious about it.

Yeah. Well, maybe that’s why people write poems. They put into words the things they can’t say in real life.

Yeah. Maybe.

Do you have a favorite?

Yeah, this one stood out to me. “Ode on a Grecian Urn.”

“Beauty is truth, truth, beauty. That is all ye know on Earth and all ye need to know.”

Wow. [Holly chuckles] So you’re not some poetry novice.

It’s just one of my favorites. [soft upbeat music]

Then I hope someone writes you a little inscription in a book like my grandfather did for Julie.

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“When I first saw you, that’s when I knew the truth. “You are the most beautiful, wonderful thing I’ve ever seen. And that’s all I ever need to know.”

Wow. Talk about big feelings. That’s pretty romantic.

Yeah, it is.

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And I feel the same way about you.

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[peaceful music] [whistle blows on TV]

Now, why did that just happen?

The ref is calling a penalty ’cause the other team was traveling.

Right. That’s bad?

[chuckles] Yes, that’s bad.

You know, rules aside, I get why you like this game. Bunch of sweaty men running up and down the court wearing those cute, little shorts. Maybe next Valentine’s Day, I’ll get you a pair of those. [tender music] You know, not to jump ahead to next year. I know that this is new.

Sounds like a plan.

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I’d better start thinking about what to get you next year, too.

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Mm. This brie is so good. [both chuckle] I can’t stop eating it. You know, don’t even bother ordering dinner.

I’m not. It’s a text from Tripp.

Oh. Something wrong?

No, he’s just wondering if I’ve heard anything more about his mother.

Still no word on Ava, huh?

Well, not since she told Brady that she was going to Hong Kong. She left him a voicemail right after that. I sent that out to have it analyzed. Might be a dead end. [somber music]

You know, do you think maybe it’s possible that she just wanted to extract herself from Kristen and Brady’s drama?

And use Wendy and Tripp as an excuse? Yeah, I’ve considered that. But that would be the best-case scenario. Worst case, something is really wrong. So I need to get to the bottom of it for Tripp.

Course you do. Because you are a good dad.

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You know I’d do anything for my kids.

Yeah, I do.

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So that was kind of, um… [chuckles] Unreal.

Yeah. I mean, we went to the hospital hoping I could get pregnant, and we came home possibly adopting a baby.

Yeah, listen, I, um, I hope it was OK that I suggested that to Tate. I just–when we both looked at each other, it felt like we were… absolutely on the same page.

Oh, yes. Yes, we were, 100%. But I think we kind of just blurted it out. And now that the adrenaline is starting to wear off, um, I’m wondering, should we really do this? Should we really adopt Tate and Sophia’s baby? [soft dramatic music]

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Doug, I–

I’m sorry. I–I can’t believe I just said that.

Yeah, I can’t believe it either.

When you came over on Christmas Eve, the moment I saw you, I just– I don’t know how to describe it. My heart just skipped a beat.

I had no idea.

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I’m such an idiot. Oh, man. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just please rewind five minutes and just act like that never happened?

Actually… I don’t think I can.

Oh, I’m so, so sorry I’m late. But you are never going to guess who– I just ran into. Unexpectedly. [tense music]

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Tate, you’re here.

Yeah, sure am. So’s Doug. [soft tense music]

Uh, Doug didn’t know we had plans today.

No, I, uh, I didn’t mean to crash. Julie just asked me to come pick up this book for her. And now that I have it, I should probably get going and let you guys enjoy the rest of your Valentine’s Day. So I’m going to take off. And you guys have fun. [Tate sighs]

Are you OK?

What? Yeah. No–uh, yeah. I just was spooked, like, twice today when you came in. And then when Doug came in, I practically jumped out of my skin. Anyway, what took you so long? Was the grocery store, like, packed or what?

Yeah, it was actually my second time there today, after I went to the hospital. Sophia had a little bit of a scare.

Oh, my god. Is she OK?

Yeah, everything’s fine. But that’s not the only good news. I might have found the perfect couple to adopt the baby. [tender music]

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Is this about Tate and me, you know, being related? Because if that’s too weird, I totally get it.

No, no, no, no. It’s not about that. OK? If the baby were Tate’s or some random stranger’s, I would love any child that we brought home. And I know you would, too.

Yeah? So what do you think? [Chanel sighs]

It’s just that I’m worried that we may be setting ourselves up for another big disappointment. You know, if, you know, what Tate is saying about Mrs. Choi is true, then she seems very intense. And I don’t know. Would she really be willing to cut all ties with his baby, or is she going to be looking over our shoulders for the rest of our lives?

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, that certainly could complicate things.

And that’s ifshe even approves of us. I mean, she would want us to have good Christian values.

And?

Well, I’m just– I’m wondering, do we have those? [soft jazzy music playing]

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What?

Nothing.

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I just think it’s funny you went with the burger at a place that’s known for its filet.

Oh. Well, they’re also known for their burger.

Mm.

They make it with three kinds of cheese.

Mm?

You’d know that. If you weren’t so snobby.

Me? Snobby?

You spent your summers wine-tasting.

Ah.

In French vineyards.

Touché. [Stephanie chuckles]

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You know, your mother’s not the only one who cultured their kids.

Mm.

My mom taught me how to make a great burger.

Dr. Johnson, a burger expert?

Mm. She is a Brady, after all.

Mm.

But don’t get her started on chowder.

Mm.

She’ll never admit any are as good as my Uncle Roman’s. [Alex chuckles]

So does that make you a gastropub connoisseur too?

Eh.

Eh?

I, uh, I had to catch up on a lot of family lore when I moved to Salem.

Mm, right. I keep forgetting that you didn’t grow up here either.

Mm-mm. No, my mom raised me in LA.

Mm.

She was working a lot. So she didn’t exactly take me on tours of wineries.

Mm-hmm.

Like you were doing. But, uh, we did go to Magic Mountain a bunch, though.

Nice. I’ve never been.

[gasps] And you claim to know the finer things in life?

Mm.

Oh, my god. We used to go once a month.

Wow.

Yeah, she would tell her colleagues not to page her unless it was an absolute emergency. And she was very clear about what constituted one.

Mm. [soft jazzy music playing]

It was us against the world.

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Was it hard? Growing up without your dad? [soft dramatic music]

Hmm.

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My mom went out of her way to make sure I knew how loved I was. And how much my dad was loving me from afar. Growing up, I– I always felt like he was watching out for me. [chuckles softly] It was nice.

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But of course, nothing compares to having him in my life for real. And to be here with the whole family in Salem.

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[sighs] Still, I, um… I wouldn’t change a thing about how I grew up, either.

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That’s because those experiences made you who you are.

Exactly.

Exactly. I’m grateful that your journey brought you here too.

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Ah, so much for the wine. [Steve chuckles]

There’s a bottle of white in the fridge.

You always come prepared, don’t you?

Mm.

Mm.

Oh, but wait a minute. Before we open the wine, I got something for you.

[gasps] You didn’t.

Mm-hmm.

You didn’t get me a gift, did you? After all this?

Sure I did, baby.

Well, good, because I got you a gift, too.

Oh.

Yup-up-up-pew! together: Happy anniversary! [Kayla chuckles]

No way. Did you?

Did you?

We’re so simpatico.

[chuckling] Oh, baby, come on. Yeah, swap. Wow.

Wow. [crowd cheering on TV]

Why’d they just pass to him? There’s like a million guys guarding him! – Tira la pelota! Come on! Yes! Yes! Yes! Shoot it! Shoot it! Shoot it! Yes! Yes!

Ah! We just took the lead!

We?

Yeah, “we.” Got a problem with that? [tender music]

Not in the slightest.

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God, that was sexy.

Oh, you still thinking about all those men in shorts?

No, dum-dum. I’m talking about you. Seeing this side of you, feeling very, very close to you right now.

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[soft dramatic music]

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Mm, I think the game is back on.

What game? How about… we play a little one-on-one instead?

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[Steve chuckles]

Oh, my goodness! Two tickets to Chicago Cubs opening day.

Can you believe it? My wife got me the same thing. [both chuckle]

Well, doesn’t she know you well?

Oh, she does. I love you.

I love you.

Mm.

Lucky.

Hey.

Hmm?

So what are we going to do with the two extra tickets?

Well, we could ask Stephanie and Alex to go with us.

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OK. Now let’s celebrate.

Mm.

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[soft jazzy music playing]

That looks amazing.

Really?

Mm-hmm.

Because this place is really known for their crème brûlée.

Oh, my god. [laughs]

Don’t let me hold you up. Take a bite.

No, no. After you.

[gasps] So chivalry isn’t dead.

Mm-mm.

Mm, how about we both take a bite at the same time on the count of three? Ready?

Ready.

One…

Two…

Three.

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Mm-hmm.

Mm. Oh, my god.

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What? [Alex chuckles]

Got a little–

Oh. Did I get it?

Not quite. [Stephanie chuckles] Here.

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Much better.

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Mm. [Stephanie laughs]

Look, no offense to Mrs. Choi, OK? But I don’t think sharing the same faith as her automatically makes somebody a better parent.

I know, I know. But it’s important to her. And she seems to be the one with the deciding vote.

Well, didn’t you grow up going to church every Sunday with your mom?

Yeah, I did. And I still go with her from time to time. Well, on Easter Sunday at least. [Johnny chuckles]

Well, that’s one point in our favor.

Yeah. [sighs] You know, I mean, I try to be kind to everyone and help the less fortunate. And so even if we’re not practicing one particular faith, I mean, we’re still good people, right?

Look, Chanel. I happen to think you are a very good person, maybe even the best person. All right? And whatever happens with Sophia’s mother, we will deal with it, all right? Together. I love you, Chanel.

I love you, too, John. [tender music]

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I tried to give them every option to back out, but they’re serious. Johnny and Chanel want to adopt the baby.

Wow. [chuckles softly] I mean, are you sure it’s not going to be weird for you and Sophia still being that close to the kid?

No, no. We’ll make it work. Especially if they’re the best option for Mrs. Choi.

Yeah. Yeah, I guess.

Hey, I know what you’re thinking. But even if the baby stays in Salem, Sophia and I won’t be its parents anymore. So we’re not going to be bound together forever. You would be my priority. And our relationship with Sophia or anyone else, it’s not going to come between us again. [soft dramatic music]

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Hey, Julie. I found the book. [somber music]

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I’m such an idiot. Oh, man. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just please rewind five minutes and just act like that never happened?

Actually, I don’t think I can.

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Well, that would be really amazing if it all works out.

Yeah, I hope it does. [Tate inhales deeply] I don’t want to think about the baby anymore tonight. This night is supposed to be about us. Happy Valentine’s Day, Holly.

Happy Valentine’s Day, Tate.

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[soft dramatic music]

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That’s a wrap. You realize that we just now took our last order?

It’s been quite an evening.

Considering that most of the staff had the night off and we were down to one cook, I would say that Valentine’s Day at the new Doug’s Place was a huge success.

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Happy Valentine’s Day, darling. [relaxed music]

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Happy Valentine’s Day.

OK, you haven’t given me a Valentine’s Day gift since I was like ten.

Then I guess this is overdue.

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Oh, you made me a blanket.

For the baby.

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[romantic music]

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[chuckles] Turn around.

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Happy Valentine’s Day. [laughter]

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Happy Valentine’s Day, my love. And happy one year wedding anniversary.

Wow, breakfast in bed.

Yes. How lucky am I? Wait, Cook had the morning off. Did you make this all by yourself?

Yeah. I had to wake up at the crack of dawn to do it.

Wow. I am afraid that I cannot enjoy this lovely meal.

What did I– did I mess something up?

Unless my charming husband enjoys it with me.

OK.

[laughs] You did good.

Good. That’s a relief. [sighs] You know, I know I haven’t been the most stellar husband lately, and I wanted to make it up to you. Plus two special occasions in one day is a lot of pressure.

Yeah, you know what, we didn’t think about that when we decided to get married on Valentine’s Day.

Yeah, well, my Uncle Steve and Aunt Kayla did the same thing, so I’ll have to talk to them and get some future Valentine-versary ideas. I’m sure my Uncle Steve does something romantic for Kayla every year.

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Morning.

Morning, sweetness. Oh. [soft dramatic music] You looking for something?

Ah, yeah, yeah, the newspaper.

It’s right there.

Ah, so it is. [laughs]

Maybe you ought to get your eyes checked.

Yeah, I guess so.

OK, why don’t you grab some of that coffee I just made? I’m going to get dressed.

Did he forget our anniversary? It’s Valentine’s Day. [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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I can’t believe he wouldn’t even mark it on his calendar. Good thing I made plans for the two of us.

Hey, Mom.

Hi. What brings you here?

I have something for you.

Oh? What’s this?

I came up with some ideas for a campaign to save the hospital.

Oh.

I’m sorry that I couldn’t hold off the press any longer, but this fight isn’t over.

Thank you. And listen, I know that if anybody can drum up support, it’s my crackerjack PR daughter.

[laughs] Ugh, I just can’t believe the board would do this. Ooh, coffee. I might go snag a cup. [soft dramatic music]

Et tu, Stephanie?

Thanks, Mom. I can tell you put a lot of thought into that, but–

I know, I know it’s not really a Valentine’s gift, but I couldn’t wait six more months to give it to you.

Six months. It’s not a lot of time, is it?

Not at all. So we’d better start planning ahead.

Yeah, we’d better. Which is exactly what Tate and I have been doing, which is why we’re looking for a great couple to adopt the baby.

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Tate, these are beautiful. You did not have to do all this.

Yes, of course, I did. This is our first Valentine’s Day together, and I just wanted to make it special.

But you’re already cooking me dinner at the cabin tonight.

Yeah, but, like, don’t expect, like, a gourmet meal. Like I said, my cooking skills are very basic, so–

Still. Well, now I feel bad. I didn’t get you anything.

No, don’t. I’m just really excited to spend some time with you tonight.

Alone?

Yeah. And we can totally just play Connect Four if you change your mind about our–

Mm-mm, no, I’m not going to change my mind about that. I can’t wait to be with you tonight. [tender music]

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Wait, is this my recipe?

[laughs] Well, what other recipe could compare? I hope I did it justice.

It is ten out of ten. You know what? Maybe I should hire you.

Well, I am out of a job now that “Body & Soul” has moved to LA.

Are you really sure that you do not want to move with the show?

Yes, I’m positive. Like I said last night, I could not be more excited about starting a family with you here in Salem. That was our plan, you know, before “Body & Soul” and all the chaos that came with it. And now that our marriage is finally back on track, I’d really like to just focus on the two, soon to be three, of us, hopefully.

Um, about that. I know that I was the one that suggested it last night, but– [soft dramatic music]

What is it, Chanel? Are you having second thoughts?

No, I really am ready to be a mom. It’s just that, um, well, there may be a problem. [dramatic music]

Happy Valentine’s Day, Julie.

Oh, red roses. Are those for me?

Who else?

Oh, thank you. Red roses were your grandfather’s favorite flower. And I was just– I was just remembering a very wonderful Valentine’s Day that we spent together.

Really? Well, I would love to hear about it, as long as it’s PG-13, please.

Please, please, come sit down. I’ll tell you. It was a Valentine’s night, and his nightclub was absolutely slammed because half of the staff did not show up. So Doug decided, I’m going to be the chef, and I will serve my speciality. And he brought out this huge platter of buttered noodles. [laughs] And everybody loved him for it. And it was so much fun. You know, your grandfather had this gift to bring joy up to the maximum.

So I’ve heard.

Yeah.

But I didn’t know you guys owned a club.

Oh, yeah, for years. It was called Doug’s Place. That’s where your grandfather, Robert, used to sing.

Really?

Yeah.

Do you guys still own it?

Alas, no, we don’t. He turned it into a restaurant, and he gave it to me, and he called it Julie’s Place, and we had some wonderful memories there too. It’s gone. [chuckles]

Well, maybe you can open a new club in his honor.

What a lovely idea. No, sweetheart, it would never be the same, not without my darling Doug. [tender music]

Sophia, we talked about this. I will never approve of my grandchild being given away to strangers.

But what if they weren’t strangers, right? What if you got to meet them and get to know them. We could find a perfect couple with Christian values and then invite them over for dinner.

So after one dinner, I’m supposed to say, “Sure, go ahead and raise my grandchild.”

We could have as many dinners as you like.

[sighs]

Or maybe we’ll find a couple that you already know.

Like who?

Well, I have been talking to Greg and Ellen Yu. [soft dramatic music]

Really?

Yeah, you like them, don’t you?

Sure, I like them. They’re both successful Korean doctors, dedicated members of our church. They said they’re interested in adopting?

Yeah. But they changed their mind. But we’re going to find another couple just like them. You know, a perfect couple who’s really going to give this baby the best life possible.

Don’t you think that the best life possible would be with his or her biological parents?

No, I don’t. And we’ve talked about this so many times, Mom. Tate and I, we’re too young to have a baby. And we aren’t even together, so it’s just going to be a disaster.

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Mom, would you still love me if I wasn’t biologically yours?

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Of course.

OK, so then why is it so difficult to imagine another couple loving this baby? Like, there are plenty of couples who can’t get pregnant but who want more than anything in the world to be parents. This could really be the baby that somebody’s been praying for.

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Please, won’t you just consider our plan?

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I can’t wait to be with you. I just want to make sure that you don’t feel pressured. I know this is a big deal for you. And so–

But it’s not a big deal for you?

Oh, no, no, no, no. Of course, it is. It’s a really big deal for me.

No, I get it. You’ve been there, done that already, so–

No, Holly, Holly, that is so not what I meant at all. I know it sounded like that, but–

I’m sorry. That came out harsher than I meant. What I really meant is I just wish things had been different, is all.

Me too. But I’m going to make this up to you, and I want tonight to be perfect. And it will be, because I’ll be with you, the most kind, beautiful, creative…

Mm, keep going.

Hilarious, brilliant, uh, fashionable, stunning, hot…

[laughs] OK, you can stop now.

I have all day. I can keep going.

You can stop. You can stop. [laughs]

This is going to be great.

Mm-hmm.

It’s going to be a Valentine’s Day to remember. And I should go. I got to go to the grocery store and get all the ingredients for our amazing meal.

[laughs] Are you sure this isn’t too much trouble?

Yes. Trust me, you are so worth it. I love you.

I love you too.

Bye.

Bye. [laughs] [tender music]

Chanel, you worried that we’ll have another miscarriage?

Yeah. Yeah, I am. And, you know, on top of that, your Aunt Kayla said that once you have a molar pregnancy, you’re at risk for having another one.

She also said that the overall risk is very low. And we waited the six months like she recommended.

I know, I know. But it’s just– I’m really just not ready to go through that again.

I get it. And hey, it’s not like we got to rush right into this thing.

Yeah. I know, but, Johnny, I really am ready to start our family. So maybe we should see if we could get an appointment with Kayla, you know, just get her advice.

I think that’s a great idea.

Yeah?

Yeah. I’ll call her today.

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So do you have any plans for today?

Nope, just work.

Hmm.

Hey, little sweetness.

Hey.

What a nice surprise. What’s the occasion?

Oh, no occasion. Just came to say hello.

OK.

Ah, well, I guess I’ll be off to work, unless you need me for anything.

Not that I can think of. [soft dramatic music]

OK, then.

Oh, wait, I almost forgot.

Yeah?

The situation at the hospital, I know it must be tough going to work knowing that it might close down soon, but, baby, you hang in there. I have a good feeling things are going to be OK.

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Thanks. I’ll see you.

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[laughs] I can’t believe she actually thinks we forgot your anniversary.

All right, come on, little sweetness. We got work to do.

Yeah, yeah.

Yeah. [laughter] It’s going to be great.

So good. [bright music]

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I hope Mom isn’t too mad at us.

Well, you know, she could have mentioned our special day without me having to say anything, but she’s stubborn. She wanted me to say something first, which worked out great for our surprise.

Mm-hmm. This really is so sweet.

Mm.

Have you always been this romantic?

In a word, no. Did you ever hear the story of my first Valentine’s Day gift to your mom?

I don’t think I have.

That’s because she’s too nice to throw me under the bus. [soft dramatic music]

I’ve got something for you.

What’s that, a warrant for my arrest?

I don’t think so.

Well, what is it?

Well, open it and you’ll find out.

[grumbles]

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It’s a Valentine’s message with a sentimental touch. This isn’t till tomorrow, you know.

Well, I know. I just thought maybe you need some cheering up today. I know it probably doesn’t mean anything to you. Valentine’s is just another day, sweetness. Wasn’t that right?

That’s right. Just another cold day in February. But it’s– it’s nice. I appreciate it.

You’re welcome.

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Well, I guess I should go. Later.

Wait a minute, baby. You’re forgetting your Valentine’s Day present.

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I’m going to need those back in a few years, baby. I’m going to need to use those.

Great. I love them.

You gave Mom wind-up chattering teeth?

Yeah, yeah. I told you I had a lot to learn about romance.

[laughs]

But, you know, she was a good sport about it. She actually got a kick out of that gift.

Yeah, well, something tells me she’s going to get an even bigger kick out of this one.

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Yeah.

[chuckles]

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Aunt Kayla, thank you for squeezing us in so last minute.

No problem. We’ve actually had quite a few cancellations. I think people have found out that the hospital is declaring bankruptcy.

Oh, no. So you’re losing patients already?

Unfortunately, yes. But I am still very hopeful. Obviously, this place means a lot to me.

Yeah. To us too.

That’s right. You got married here a year ago today. Happy anniversary.

Well, right back at you.

Thank you. Well, listen, I had a chance to go over your blood work.

And is it OK for me to get pregnant again?

At this moment, I’m afraid not. [solemn music]

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I can’t even imagine how hard it must be for you, missing my grandpa, especially on holidays like this.

Well, not all the days of our lives bring red roses. Chad has convinced me I do not have to go through this alone, and I’m now in grief therapy with my good friend, Dr. Marlena Evans.

Wow, that’s great. I really hope it helps.

Well, there’s a famous saying that somebody famous said. “Grief is the price you pay for love.” I understand that you never get over the grief, but you get better at handling it, and I’m just not there yet.

Right. Well, I’m really glad that you’re speaking with Dr. Evans, but if you ever need anyone to just, you know, listen…

Oh, honey. How sweet you are. Thank you. I’m curious, did you buy red roses for anybody else in Salem?

Nope. Just you.

Oh. Haven’t met any nice girl or nice boy? I never assume.

Well, just for the record, it would definitely be a girl. But, no, I’ve actually– I haven’t had any luck, romance-wise.

That’s amazing. Good-looking young man like yourself.

[laughs] Well, if I’m being honest, there is one girl that I’m sort of interested in, but she’s with someone else, so… [soft dramatic music]

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Oh, looks like somebody’s Valentine’s Day is off to a nice start.

Tate was just here with all this. You want to have one?

Have I ever turned down chocolate?

Not that I know of. And neither have I. [laughter] Uh, also, thank you, Grandma, for letting Tate and I use the cabin tonight. He told me you gave him the keys.

Yeah, he seemed pretty nervous asking for permission. Sounds like he’s got quite a romantic dinner planned.

Yeah, he does. I told him he didn’t have to do all this, but I guess he just wants our Valentine’s Day to be really special.

Mm. Well, dare I ask how special he intends to make it?

What do you mean?

Ah. Well, are you two planning to have sex tonight?

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Well, Mom, say something. What are you thinking? Tate, this is perfect timing. I could really use some backup over here.

Is this about–

I just told my mom about the plan that we have to find an adoptive family she would approve of.

And are you willing to consider?

Listen, I understand that neither of you is thrilled about becoming parents.

[gasps]

Sweetheart, are you OK?

Is it the baby?

[gasping] [tense music]

This girl you have eyes for, does she know you’re interested in her?

No, no. I don’t really see a point in saying anything. She seems pretty committed to her boyfriend.

Hmm. Well, it’s good to be respectful of a relationship, but, dear, if you’re drawn to her, I think it’s good to be honest about your feelings. [soft dramatic music] You know, I was married to somebody else when I met your grandfather.

You’re kidding. Grandpa stole you away?

Actually, he was paid to break up my marriage.

I’m sorry, what?

Yeah, it’s a long story. And that’s– that’s a story for another day. Well, my marriage was a marriage of convenience, certainly not love. And in a very short time, Doug’s passionate feelings for me were quite genuine, and I responded big time. [chuckles] You know, I told you he was a singer. Around those years, he wrote a song for me, and he called it “Julie.” Then years later, he wrote out the lyrics, and he put them in a book of poetry and gave it to me on Valentine’s Day.

Wow. I would love to see those lyrics he wrote.

Really? OK, I’ll go find the book. [laughs]

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Grandma–

No, look, look, look. I know the last person you want to talk about sex with is your grandmother, but your mom is embarrassed, and I believe this job falls on me. I just want you to know that I’m here for you.

I do know that.

And, you know, I know you’re at the age that you can do whatever it is you want, but I would like there to be an open and honest dialogue between us.

I appreciate that. And to answer your question, Tate and I, we– we are planning on being together tonight. [laughs]

Sophia, what’s wrong?

I just– I just felt a sharp pain all of a sudden.

Should we just take her to a doctor?

No, it’s fine. OK, it only lasted for a few seconds. So just tell us, OK, if this adoption plan is going to work for you.

Well, as I was saying, I think that one of the things that you guys need to–

[screams]

OK, we need to get her to the hosp–

[gasping]

Tate, can you please help me walk her to the car?

Absolutely, and I’ll follow you over there. Come on. It’s OK.

[gasping]

It’s OK. Just breathe. OK, let’s walk.

I really appreciate you helping me out with this, baby girl. So, uh, I guess you don’t have any Valentine’s Day plans of your own, huh?

Actually, I do. Alex is taking me out tonight.

Really?

Mm-hmm.

I thought he was dating that Joy Wesley girl.

He broke things off with her, and we’re back together now. Come on, Papa. Keep up.

OK, OK. That’s great. That’s great. I’m glad you took my advice.

What advice?

When you were moping around about Philip, I told you not to give up on love. Yeah. So I think I should get a little credit for that.

Oh, yeah. Your advice made all the difference, as it always does.

I’m not really sure you mean that, but I’ll keep giving it.

I don’t doubt that.

Well, enough with the advice. I have a question.

Shoot.

Did it have to be another Kiriakis? I’m just kidding. I’m really happy for you, Stephanie.

Thanks, Papa.

I’m sorry. I know– I know it’s not what you want to hear.

Kayla, I just– I don’t get it. You said that, last time we were here, that if we waited six months, we’d be OK to try again.

Yeah. Is something wrong?

It’s just that your hCG levels are high right now, which could signify a new tumor stemming from leftover tissues from your molar pregnancy.

Could it be cancerous?

Well, there’s no way of knowing until we do further testing. But even if so, I’m sure it’s a low-risk disease, something we can take care of in a short procedure. But still, I think that, well, you shouldn’t get pregnant for a few months so we can keep checking your hCG levels. [somber music]

OK, well, look, it just means we just got to be patient for a little longer, right?

Well, could this affect my chances of getting pregnant in the future?

I don’t think so. But like I said before, there was always a risk that you could have another molar pregnancy.

OK, well, I’m glad that we consulted with you. Otherwise, we could have tried again too soon. And now that we know that even if we wait, maybe we shouldn’t try again at all.

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OK, I just have to fill out a few more forms, and then we can go home.

OK. Hey, I know that’s not the news we were hoping for.

Yeah. [somber music]

Look, it’s a low-risk tumor, all right? And we’re going to take care of it. You being healthy is what matters most.

Yeah, I know, I know. I just– I was really excited about us having a baby and starting a family.

Me too.

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No luck?

No. No, the book isn’t where I usually keep it.

Do you remember the last time that you had it?

No. Wait a minute, yes, I do. I took it to the family cabin, and– golly, I must have left it behind in all the commotion.

What commotion?

Oh, my dear. I got snowed in with Johnny and Chanel, and then we nearly lost Chanel in the storm. And then her mother, Paulina, arrived driving a snow plow and totally radioactive.

[chuckles] You lead a very eventful life, Julie.

So it seems. [laughs]

I could listen to your stories all day, but why don’t I go get that book for you?

Oh, no, no, no. That’s too much of a hassle. You have to take a ferry. Half the time, the ferry isn’t even running. No, no, that’s too much. You don’t have to do that.

Julie, I’d be happy to. You’ve done so much for me, and I definitely owe you one. [soft dramatic music]

So you’re not going to try to talk me out of this?

This isn’t my first rodeo, sweetie. [laughter] No, your Aunt Sarah was– she was a teenager once. And believe it or not, so was I. You know what, I don’t believe I could talk you out of it, even if I could try. I– hey, I just want you to be prepared for taking such a big step.

We are. Tate has protection. And as he and I know all too well, we know it’s not 100% effective. So I actually started taking birth control pills a few weeks ago, you know, just in case.

Well, I’m glad of that. But the terms of being prepared, it also means emotionally. Honey, listen, the last time we talked, you were feeling very insecure that Tate had been with Sophia and not you.

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I– well, I mean, I’d be lying if I said that didn’t bother me anymore, but, honestly, it’s not about that. Grandma, I love Tate, and I know he loves me, so this just feels like the right time for us.

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Well, OK, then. [laughs] I just want you to be happy, sweetheart, because I love you, and I don’t want to see you get hurt.

I love you too.

Oh. [tender music] Oh. [chuckles]

OK, well, I probably should head to the cabin. Tate gave me the keys so I could go set up early there.

Right.

Grandma, thank you for being probably the world’s coolest grandma ever.

You’re most welcome. [laughter]

I love you.

I love you more.

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Is the baby OK?

Yes, the baby is fine. I think what Sophia is experiencing is round ligament pain.

What’s that?

Well, your abdomen is expanding, and the ligaments are stretching, and, you know, it’s very common to have that pain.

Really?

Yes, it is. But let me go get you a pamphlet, and it’ll explain some ways to help with the discomfort, all right?

Thank you, doctor.

Of course.

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Thank God the baby is OK. I was so scared.

I know. Me too.

I don’t understand. You say you want to give your child away, and yet you both seem to care so much about this baby.

It’s because we care that we want to give it away.

That’s what I’ve been trying to tell you, Mom. We just want what’s best for the baby.

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OK.

OK?

If you can find the right couple and I approve, then–

Mom, thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

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Hurry, hurry. She’ll be here any minute.

Well, if she wasn’t mad already, she will be when she finds out you lied about twisting your ankle.

I had to make an excuse to get her to come home.

Oh.

Get ready.

Surprise!

[gasps] [together] Happy Valentine’s Day! [laughter]

I can’t– you did all this?

And happy anniversary, sweetness.

I can’t believe you made me think that you forgot.

Trust me, it was killing us.

Oh, right, right, right, right. I bet you just were rolling on the ground with laughter when I left.

Well–

[laughs] Well, I believe my work here is done. I will let you two enjoy your anniversary.

Thank you, beauty. Love you.

Thanks, baby girl.

Of course. [tender music]

I can’t believe you put me through all that.

Are you mad?

Yes. Maybe I could forgive you.

Yeah?

Maybe.

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[chuckles]

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Looks like I still have time before Tate gets here. OK. I guess I should try it on before he comes. OK.

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How could I tell you, what can I say? You’re so delightful in every way. What are the words, dear? Where is the song? Life has a meaning since you came along. I know that without you, I’m nothing at all. I know if you leave me, I’m certain to fall out of this heaven I’ve found myself in, into the darkness of what might have been.

Knock, knock.

Maggie, what are you doing here?

I came to say Happy Valentine’s Day. Oh, darling. Wow, who brought you these beautiful roses?

Doug’s grandson.

Oh.

Douglas Williams III. And even as we speak, he is on his way to the Horton cabin to retrieve a set of lyrics that Doug wrote for me years and years ago.

Oh my goodness. That’s so kind of him.

Yeah.

But you said he was on his way there now?

Yeah. Why do you ask?

Well, I think he’s in for a surprise.

Don’t make that face. [door clicks] [soft dramatic music]

Holly?

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Thanks again, Mom, for changing your mind about the adoption.

Well, you made a very persuasive argument. Plus, I saw how scared you and Tate were when you thought something was wrong with the baby. I realized that you weren’t just being selfish teenagers.

Thanks, I think.

What I’m trying to say is that your feelings about this do matter to me, so I will do my best to respect your decision. [tender music] I love you, Sophia.

I love you too.

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Hey.

Hey, Tate. What are you doing here?

Sophia was having abdominal pain, so we needed to get her checked out.

Oh, my god. Is the baby OK?

Yeah. Yeah. Thank God it turned out to be nothing serious.

That must be a relief.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Good thing you were able to drive her to the hospital, though, you know, just to be safe.

Oh, actually, her mom drove her. She’s here too.

Oh. How is that? I mean, I know you mentioned there was some tension there, so…

Yeah, you know, actually things are starting to look up on that front. Mrs. Choi is finally on board with us giving the baby up for adoption, so now all we have to do is find the right couple. [bright music]

Well, maybe you just did.

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[soft dramatic music]

This might not have been what you wanted, Father, but it’s what the family needed.

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Once we take over DiMera, you’ll see that forging that letter was for the best.

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[glass shatters]

I know what you did. You lying, duplicitous snake. [dramatic music] [mellow jazz music]

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Kristen, my love, is that you? [soft dramatic music]

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[softly] Mother. It can’t be. You–

I’m alive, Kristen. Touch me. Take my hand. It’s really me. Dear God, I’ve missed you so.

Mother.

Oh. [laughs] [sighs]

After all these years, you’re alive. I mean, you’re really alive. I just can’t believe that–

Kristen?

Oh. Oh, Sarah. Hi. Sorry.

I–I don’t mean to intrude. I just– I wanted to see how you were doing. I heard that you had quite the mother-daughter reunion. [pensive music]

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You know, I could get used to this.

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Nice to see you’re making yourself at home.

Hey. [phone rings] [phone beeps]

Rita? No, Rafe did not escape. I moved him. Because there were far too many close calls, like Jada Hunter coming to the house. You don’t have to worry. I found the perfect place to stash him for the time being. Yeah. No one’s gonna find him here. It’s isolated, not a soul around for miles. [clattering] [tense music] I–I’m gonna call you back.

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

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[knocking on door]

I’m kind of in the middle of something, Mom.

It’s your brother.

Oh. Come in.

Oh, you too busy for your mother but not for your brother, huh?

Well, you know, she’s kind of being a lot right now. And if she came in, I would never close up shop for the night.

Hmm. DA’s work is never done, huh?

Not in Salem, anyway.

[sighs] Well, I just– I just came by to say hi, so I have no reason to stay. I–I’ll go.

No, no. No, no, no. I know that look. What’s going on?

It’s Ava. I think something is really wrong. [suspenseful music]

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Vitali, what on earth?

[grunts] Oh, EJ, you have to help me.

What are you doing here in Aremid?

Your bad-seed niece lured me here.

Rachel?

She wanted me out of the way so Mommy and Daddy could get back together.

That’s absurd. She’s 10. You expect me to believe she got the drop on you?

She had help.

Help from whom?

From me.

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Who are you, and what are you doing here?

I could ask you the same questions. You’re trespassing in my house.

Your house?

EJ… this is Rachel Blake. Kristen’s mother.

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Reunion? I– how did you–

Oh, it’s the–it’s the talk of the whole town. We’re all so relieved. That you and Brady found Rachel.

Right, of course. Yes.

And we’re all so lucky that she wasn’t hurt. It’s almost like somebody was looking out for her.

Oh, you have no idea.

Sorry?

Nothing, nothing. I’m just– listen, I’m really, really grateful for your kind words. I know how much you care about Rachel.

I always will. And I’m glad that, you know, everything worked out for the best.

Well, and for you too. I mean, it’s just wonderful to see you back on your feet. And the serum I gave you definitely worked miracles, didn’t it?

It did. But I guess the real miracle is that Xander didn’t have to hand over his company to you to get it. [tense music]

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I don’t know what you’re getting at here, but I was just visiting Maggie.

Right. Another family member whose compassion you’ve exploited. Did you really think I wouldn’t find out?

What do you mean?

I have eyes and ears all over Titan. Your little game is over.

Look, man, we can talk–

You hired a private investigator to do opposition research on me?

What?

And you were stupid enough to use Titan funds to do it? As if I wouldn’t find out? Obviously, all this kumbaya brotherly love was a crock. You’re just trying to blackmail me out of dear old Dad’s company.

No, Xan. You’ve got it all wrong, and I can prove it.

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Okay. This wasn’t you extending well wishes to my daughter. You’re obviously still holding a grudge over a little quid pro quo situation we found ourselves in.

Quid pro quo?

Mm-hmm.

Well, that’s a hell of a euphemism. This wasn’t a business transaction, Kristen. It was my life. You used my paralysis to try to extort my husband’s birthright from him. You’re damn right I’m holding a grudge.

You are such a hypocrite.

Excuse me?

You heard me, Saint Horton. Judging others when we both know that your beloved husband would do the exact same thing if the shoe had been on the other foot.

That is such a lie.

Mm.

Xander would never stoop so low.

Well, you know what? The only lie is the one that you’re telling yourself. Xander is as ruthless as I am. Yeah. And maybe even more so. [scoffs] [soft dramatic music]

I am done listening to your excuses.

Then don’t listen to me. See for yourself. I didn’t just stop by to visit Maggie. I wanted to drop that off.

What’s all this?

You can read, can’t you? Yeah, I did hire a private investigator, but I wasn’t digging up dirt on you. I was looking into the DiMera board members.

Then why did my assistant tell me that the investigator was asking questions about my past?

Like your time working with Kristen and Rolf? This was about her, not you. My PI is compiling a dossier of every voting member of the DiMera board, including Kristen. If we get leverage on any of them, we may be able to convince them to toss a couple votes our way.

Oh.

Yeah, “oh.” But I get why you jumped to the wrong conclusion. I should have asked you first.

Yes, you should have.

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But it wasn’t a terrible idea. There is some good intel in here.

You’re welcome. I assume there was a thank-you in there somewhere.

What’s your takeaway from everything you found?

Uh, there’s not much we can exploit. Most of the DiMera siblings’ dirty laundry was already aired publicly.

Still, this dossier could give us a better idea of who we can flip. What about this guy, Peter Blake?

That’s Stefano’s adopted son, Kristen’s biological brother. I can’t imagine he’d turn on her.

Why not? Blood’s not always everything.

Case in point. But in this instance, Peter and Kristen have always been loyal to one another, especially after everything the Blakes went through together.

What do you mean? What’s the story there? [soft dramatic music]

Mm. No, that’s impossible. You’re not Rachel Blake. Kristen’s mother died decades ago.

Don’t assume you know anything about me or my family.

I am family. I’m Kristen’s brother.

You’re not my Peter.

This is EJ DiMera, Stefano’s son.

Oh. Well, if anyone would know about cheating death, it would be the son of the Phoenix.

If you really are who you say you are, how did you survive?

Long story. Would it suffice to say that “reports of my death been greatly exaggerated”?

Rachel Blake would have let her daughter know that she’s alive.

She already knows.

What?

I just witnessed the warm and fuzzy reunion between the two of them.

And why hasn’t Kristen said anything?

Because she decided to help her mother and her daughter keep me captive. But the jig is up, lady. And you’re going to wish that you were dead once the cops are done dealing with you. A little help here, EJ.

EJ’s not going to help you do anything. Not if he knows what’s good for him.

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I know it’s been a minute since you’ve worked here, but you do remember the no smoking policy, right?

Yeah. Yeah, of course. I just–you know.

You just what? Hmm? Celebrating your victory?

Hmm. All right, let me guess. Paulina tell you the good news?

I’d hardly call you stealing my job from me good news. And no, I had to find out from Shawn because you didn’t have enough decency to tell me yourself.

All right, all right, all right. Look, let’s not make this any more difficult than we need to, okay?

Are you serious right now? EJ framed me, and my fiancé helped him do it. You took his money, and you dug up those false allegations against me.

Well, if EJ is framing you, he’s doing a hell of a job.

What is that supposed to mean?

It means the more you try and fight this, the more you’re just making trouble for yourself. Now, keeping those allegations that you’re accused of out in the public just makes you look worse. So, right or wrong, EJ won, okay? So maybe it’s just best for everyone if we just, um, you know, accept what happened and move on with our lives.

You know, if you really think that I am going to do nothing after EJ took my job and my reputation away from me, then you have lost your damn mind.

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Okay, I mean, I get that Ava leaving town was abrupt, but I don’t think going to see Tripp is all that out there. He is her son. And she did text you about it.

Except that she’s not with Tripp.

What? What do you mean?

When I–[sighs] When I couldn’t reach Ava, Steve reached out to Tripp, and he had no idea that Ava was planning to visit him.

Okay. Well, maybe she was going to surprise him, and her flight got delayed.

No, I checked that out, too. And there was no record of her booking a flight to Hong Kong.

Huh. Well, I guess I can see why you’re concerned.

Yeah. I sent Steve the last voicemail I got from Ava. He thought maybe he could analyze it through the metadata, but– it might give us a clue as to where she might be.

All right, well, if anybody can get to the bottom of it, it’s Steve. You’ll find her.

I know. I know. I hope so.

You know what? I think all of this can wait until tomorrow.

Yeah?

I am yours for the rest of the night, whatever you want to do. And if I can distract you from fearing the worst, count me in. [claps]

Great. Let’s start with what’s going on with you and Marlena.

Oh, well, I wouldn’t even know where to start with that.

Really? How about when you slept with EJ? [suspenseful music]

EJ, don’t listen to her. Look, I know you hate me, but you cannot let this crazy lady keep me prisoner here.

I’d watch who you call crazy, young lady.

EJ, please. Please, you have to get me out of here.

Oh, save your breath. EJ is not gonna save you.

And you presume to know what I’ll do?

Yes, I do. Unless you’d like me to tell my guest here what really brought you here tonight to my home.

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EJ… what is she talking about? EJ, answer me! What is going on?

I think you and I should talk privately, don’t you think?

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No, no, no. EJ. EJ! You can’t let her– [muffled] EJ! Come on!

After you.

EJ! EJ! EJ! [screams]

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You’re wrong about Xander. He is nothing like you. He doesn’t value money and power over people’s lives.

[chuckles] Do you truly believe that? Or do you just have to tell yourself that to, uh, sleep in bed next to him at night?

Not everyone is as delusional as you, Kristen.

Ooh! Okay, you know what? I’m a lot of things, but delusional I am not. I know who I am, sweetheart. Question is, do you know who your husband is? Because if he had the leverage over me that I had over him with that serum, you can bet your newly mobile ass that he would use it to go after DiMera.

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Now, here’s what I think is for the best. You leave tonight, and you never tell a soul you found Ava Vitali in my home.

And if I don’t?

Oh, you’re gonna make me say it. I saw you stash a brawny gentleman upstairs. If you go to the authorities about Ava, I’ll just have to come clean about your special guest. I’m sure the Salem Police would love to know what you’ve been up to here in Aremid.

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Are you really suggesting that I don’t push back on what EJ did to me? That I just take it lying down? That son of a bitch trashed my name and tanked my career!

All right, Jada, look. Listen to me, okay? After some time passes, this, uh– this scandal of yours won’t be front page news anymore. And then I can convince the mayor to hire you as detective. [tense music]

Working for you?

Well, yeah. Hey. Hey, hey, hey, hey. Come on. Don’t you see? Don’t you see, once that happens, we can go back to the way things were, both professionally and personally.

[grunts]

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What did you do that for?

How dare you touch me after what you pulled.

I was trying to make it up to you.

Screw that, Rafe. And screw you, too. [soft dramatic music] Were you really that insecure about losing your job to me that you would align yourself with EJ just to take me down?

That’s not how it went.

The hell it wasn’t. You know, I am– I’m finally seeing things clearly now. And most importantly, I’m seeing you for exactly who you are. You are a vile, chauvinistic pig who is threatened by a Black woman in power. It’s like–like you’re a completely different person than who I thought you were.

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You know what? You can keep this job, Rafe. And you can keep this, too. ‘Cause I don’t want either one of them. And I sure as hell don’t want you.

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Know this, Ms. Blake. I don’t take kindly to threats.

Oh, no. No threat here. I’m just stating the consequences of your actions. You get to be the author of what comes next.

[chuckles] I won’t be pushed around by you.

[sighs] How do you not see that we’re on the same side? Kristen is my daughter. And you clearly see her as a sister.

She is, in every way that counts.

Then you must care about your niece, my namesake. I’m doing this for both of them.

Kristen wouldn’t involve her daughter in something so dangerous.

This is all my granddaughter’s doing. But when Kristen learned the truth, she realized what would happen to Rachel if Ava was released. Can you imagine the repercussions for her? They would send her off to psychiatric evaluation at best. At worst, she might spend time in a juvenile detention center. Is that the future you want for your niece? I mean, who deserves a second chance more, your niece or Ava Vitali?

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[sighs] I see the hesitation on your face. Why? You clearly have no love for that woman in there.

[scoffs] Yeah, that’s one way of putting it. Ava kidnapped my mother once.

How cruel.

Yeah.

[gasps] Then we could view this as karmic retribution. Wouldn’t you agree that the scales have finally balanced?

[scoffs] Mom told you about EJ?

Mm-hmm. Oh, I got an earful.

Unbelievable! Salem’s top shrink is now the town gossip? God, it’s none of her business.

Well, she did walk in on you and EJ together. Makes it kind of hard for it not to be her business after that.

Okay, well, then she should take a lesson from you and knock first.

You–[grunts] You know what I’m not hearing? I’m not hearing, “You know, sleeping with EJ, that was–that was a very wise and healthy decision.”

[scoffs] I never claimed that it was!

Then what’s going on? Because what– is this a rebound thing from your divorce with Shawn? ‘Cause let me tell you something. You are allowed to have a one-night stand with someone other than your sister’s ex or the guy that tried to steal your brother’s baby.

Okay, okay, I get it.

You’re allowed to do that.

There’s a million reasons why EJ is terrible for me.

Exactly. So what’s your issue?

My issue is that despite all of that, there’s just– [sighs] There’s just this attraction between us. And don’t ask me to explain it because I can’t. It’s just that– it’s like he’s this– it’s like he’s this puzzle that I need to solve.

Oh, God. Yeah, this is worse than I thought. You have it really bad, Belle.

[sighs]

What do you not get? Xander became a better man for us so that he and I could be together. Whereas you– well, you won’t change for anyone, which is why Brady is with Ava instead of you.

Oh. You have sharper claws than I would have guessed. Okay. So maybe I was wrong. And maybe you’re not in denial about who Xander is. Maybe you’re becoming more like him. Hmm.

You have no idea what you’re talking about.

Okay, no, no, no. This is a good thing, really. Because you and Xander have to be in lockstep now that Philip is back.

What’s that supposed to mean?

Oh, come on. I mean, it’s got to drive Xander crazy insane that he has to split Titan with his brother. I mean, I’m sure he’s coming up with a million ways to push him out. [chuckles]

Well, for your information, things are going quite well between Xander and Philip.

Oh. Okay, great. [clears throat] You know, sticking to the company line. Oh, come on. We both know, us girls, we know that Xander isn’t one to share his toys, hmm? Especially not his half-brother who grew up with a silver spoon in his mouth. But I guess he really didn’t have a choice, did he, when Philip produced that letter from Victor?

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Something I said?

I think we’re done here. I have to get home.

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I am really glad that Rachel is back home safe where she belongs. Truly.

[groans] What the hell is with that girl?

So Stefano was close to Kristen and Peter’s parents? That’s why he adopted them when they died?

Uh, it’s more complicated than that.

It always is.

Rachel Blake, Kristen’s mother, wasn’t actually dead. She was hiding away in some spooky, old house in Aremid.

Is she still with us?

No. She did eventually die. She was caught in an explosion beneath the streets of Paris.

[exhales] Hell of a story.

You don’t know the half of it.

Still, I can see why Kristen and Peter would have each other’s backs.

If you ask me, most of the DiMeras are the same way. They usually can’t stand each other, but they’ve all been through the ringer.

Trauma bonding.

Exactly. They’ll double cross one another, but they won’t break ranks.

Which makes most of the shareholders dead ends. Tony, Chad, Stefan, Johnny, Sydney, Theo, Steven Hawk.

Maybe we don’t focus on the family. One of the company’s largest shareholders isn’t a DiMera at all.

Wei Shin? No, I doubt he’d even listen to our pitch.

I wouldn’t be so quick to dismiss him. He’s got to be holding a grudge against the DiMeras after what happened to his son.

Why? Gabi and Stefan had nothing to do with Li’s death.

No, they didn’t. But EJ and Melinda waited almost a full year to reopen the case. Li’s killer was walking the streets because EJ was too embarrassed to clean up his own mess. Speaking of, I should clean this up. Where can I find a broom and pan around here?

Ah–it’s fine. I’ll let the staff know.

No, the staff talks. Wouldn’t you rather Maggie not know we had a little dust-up?

Fair enough. Look, for what it’s worth, I’m sorry, Philip. I should have given you the benefit of the doubt. And as far as this mess goes, please let me give you a hand. It was my fault, after all. Plus, I bet Victor will get a kick out of seeing us work together like real brothers. Make the old man proud. [soft dramatic music]

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Hey, Jada. Jada, hold on. Let’s talk about this.

No, I have nothing left to say to you.

Hey, are you okay?

No, I’m not. Can you get me out of here?

Yeah. Yeah, of course. Come on.

Just– what? What are you gawking at? Back to work, you mooks. [tense music]

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[clattering]

Do I even want to know?

Uh, we were brainstorming. Got a little carried away.

But it’s getting late. I should get out of your hair.

Actually, Mom wanted me to ask you to stay for dinner.

That’s generous of Maggie, as always. But room service is calling my name.

No, you should stay. [tender music]

Really?

Yeah, really.

You are family.

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Well, you don’t have to twist my arm.

Great. I’ll tell Cook that we’re expecting one more for dinner. [pensive music]

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The glass? Brainstorming, or did you two get into a fistfight again?

Chalk it up to a misunderstanding. But I think we had a breakthrough. We’re on our way to being great partners. Maybe even brothers.

Oh. Good. I really needed to hear that after tonight.

What happened?

I had a run-in with Kristen DiMera. Got ugly.

Over what she did to you?

No. It’s about you and Xander. She kept going on about how my husband would never want to share Titan. And all I kept thinking was that maybe keeping this secret of yours isn’t such a good idea. Maybe it’s all for nothing.

You made the right decision for Xander and our family. Don’t let Kristen get in your head.

She almost did. But then Xander asked you to stay for dinner. And I know that probably seems like nothing, but that is a huge step for him. So if you two really did have a breakthrough, then it was all worth it.

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The only way that this family moves forward is if Xander never finds out that Victor’s letter was a forgery.

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You don’t think I see what you’re doing? You’re hoping to use my hatred for Ava to get me to go along with your twisted kidnapping scheme.

Ah, you’re one to talk about twisted kidnapping schemes. Or is that man tied up in the attic here of his own volition?

Fine. This is how it’s going to work, Mother Blake. I won’t say anything about Ava as long as you don’t say anything about the man upstairs.

That’s all I was proposing. Shall we shake on it?

Not yet. I have my interests here, true. But more than anything, I am doing this for Kristen and my niece. If anything should happen to Ava, I cannot do anything to protect them. I need your word that you are not going to hurt her, or the special guest upstairs, for that matter.

You have my word. Now do we have a deal?

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[line trilling

Damn it. Where are you, Mother? I need to know that Ava is under your control. What is going on over there? [tense music]

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[phone ringing]

Ah. Thank God you don’t drink, because I am definitely gonna need a designated driver tonight.

Wow. Your conversation with Rafe went that bad?

It was beyond bad. It was horrible. You know, he had– he had the nerve to tell me to just accept the way things are, to just let it go. Can you believe that?

No. No, I–really, I can’t.

Mm. Oh, and I told him. I told him. I told him where he could shove his damn advice, because I will never accept what EJ is doing to me. What Rafe is doing to me. And I told him straight to his face. I did. It’s like–I don’t know. It’s like he’s a completely different person. And at least with Bobby, you know, he at least had a mental illness. What’s Rafe’s excuse?

I don’t know. I mean, sometimes you just don’t know the people you love as well as you thought you did.

I know. I’ve had a few of those. [soft dramatic music] I don’t think we’re talking about Rafe anymore.

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[sighs] It’s Belle. She slept with EJ again.

Seriously? I thought she had standards.

Yeah. I mean, not that it’s any of my business. She said that it was a one-time thing and that wasn’t going to happen again, but I don’t know. I’m just not sure I believe her.

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Belle, what are you doing here? I’m sorry to say this, but maybe you shouldn’t believe her.

Brady, I love you to death. But if you think that I’m going to let you of all people question my love life, you–

I’m just calling it like it is, okay? You’ve been with Shawn for a long time, Belle, okay? And he’s always been true blue, Mr. Moral Compass. And now you’re hanging out with a guy who’s a little more dangerous– EJ.

Okay. I am not some teenage girl going after the town bad boy.

Are you sure about that?

[scoffs] All right, fine. Yes, maybe there is something very alluring about being with someone who’s completely wrong for you.

Ah. Preaching to the choir. Sis, I’ve been where you’re at. I’m still where you’re at. I have my lovely toxic DiMera sibling that I have to deal with that I just can’t quite quit. [soft dramatic music] It can be punishing at times. I just–I just– I’m just worried about you, and I want you to be careful, okay?

I will be. Brady, you don’t have to worry about me. When it comes to EJ DiMera, my eyes are wide open. [line trilling] [ominous music] [phone beeps]

Now’s not a good time. Whatever this is about will have to wait.

No, no, no, no. No can do, my man. I just had a run-in with Jada. Yeah, it got pretty tense.

That is neither surprising nor urgent.

EJ, listen to me. She said I was like a different person. She’s on to us!

Would you calm down? She doesn’t suspect a damn thing, and she won’t if you keep your mouth shut and do exactly as you’re told. Now, as I said, we will talk about this tomorrow. I have other pressing matters to attend to.

EJ!

Good night. [phone beeps]

Ah. I thought you had better phone etiquette than that. I couldn’t make out what it was, but– hmm? Who was on the phone?

No one important.

Here you are. Oh, come on, dear brother. What’s the matter? Hmm? Looks like you’ve seen a ghost.

In a manner of speaking, I have. We need to talk, dear sister.

About?

How I met your mother.

[gasps, exhales] [tense music]

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Restraints are very secure, Ms. Vitali. You won’t be getting loose anytime soon. Allow me.

Where’s EJ?

Oh, he couldn’t stay. Places to go, people to see.

He just left me here?

I’m afraid EJ isn’t gonna help you, dear. Nobody is.

Nothing is more important than family. We agree on that much, right?

Okay, we’re all set. Dinner should be ready soon.

Can’t wait! I’ve been craving one of Cook’s gourmet meals for months now. I’ll have to thank Maggie.

Well, she’s thrilled that you’re joining us. Actually, she wanted to know if you want the staff to fix up a guest room since it’s already getting so late.

Maggie means well, but maybe we shouldn’t push our luck.

Oh, I don’t know. Look, I’ve been thinking about the DiMera family a lot, and they have way more bad blood between them than we do between us. And yet, unlike us, they remain a united front. So I’m thinking if we’re gonna try and take down DiMera, maybe we should take a leaf out of their book. [suspenseful music]

What do you mean?

Well, I was just thinking that until we successfully take over DiMera, Philip should stay here. Look, I know we’ve had our differences, but you are my brother. This is your house too. So why don’t you move back in?

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[sighs] Can’t believe Mr. Russo gave us, like, 8 billion problems this week. Like, we all know he’s gonna be alone with his cat on Valentine’s Day, so why does he have to ruin it for the rest of us?

Valentine’s Day. Is that tomorrow?

[chuckles] Looks like someone’s forgotten.

No, I just–I don’t know, guess it must have slipped my mind.

Well, it’s probably too late to make a reservation somewhere, if that’s what you’re planning on doing.

I wasn’t.

So do you have other plans?

Actually, the only plans I have are with you. [soft music]

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[light music]

Johnny, what are you doing here? I told you I was gonna get you from the hospital as soon as I could get away.

No worries, all right? Harold sent a car for me, so everything’s fine. Mwah.

OK. Well, how are you feeling?

I’m feeling much better, thank you. I advanced to eating a piece of toast with a little butter on it, which is very exciting.

Wow. Wow, that’s progress, huh?

Yeah.

God, I cannot believe that mental patient Nurse Whitley poisoned half the cast and crew of “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, all because she didn’t like the reboot.

Yeah, that was whacko, right?

Yeah.

Ugh, well, at least they put her on 24-hour watch at Bayview, so we know that that won’t happen again, right?

Oh, it definitely won’t happen again. Abe and Kate sold the rights to “Body & Soul” back to the network. The Salem reboot is dead. [dramatic music]

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You want to move with the show to LA?

I mean, don’t you? It’s not like you have another job.

No, but I mean, you know, I got my whole family here in Salem.

Not your whole family, right?

My dad’s here. My Aunt Maggie’s here. I got a whole bunch of cousins and–

You want to stay for your cousins? Who, Philip? Xander?

All I’m saying, it’s a big move is all.

Right. Is this really about your family, or is this about Stephanie?

[chuckles] Stephanie? What do you mean?

I mean, she’s the real reason you don’t want to leave Salem, right?

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I didn’t know you were so serious about acting.

No, it’s– it’s truly a calling.

Well, then I’m happy for you. Really, the best in California.

Thanks. You know, if you ask me, you should join me there.

I appreciate that. But, you know, my job is really here. I like it here.

Yeah, but, you know, I’m not sure it will be for much longer.

Excuse me?

Oh. I hate to tell you this, but the hospital’s about to declare bankruptcy.

Bankruptcy?

OK, what does this mean for the future of the hospital?

It means that Salem University Hospital will be shutting down for good.

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

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Oh, Joy, I don’t know why you would think that.

I would think that because I saw you and Stephanie in the nurses’ station last night, kissing. But only yesterday, you were in bed with me, saying you wanted to spend Valentine’s Day with me. But now you’re trying to worm your way out of it, saying you’re worried I’m not feeling up to it.

[sighs]

Just admit it, Alex. You don’t want to go to LA with me because you see a future here with her. [dramatic music]

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I don’t believe this.

Come on, Kayla. You know as well as anyone, the hospital has been struggling to make ends meet for some time now.

Well, yes, I knew that, but I didn’t know it was such a dire situation.

And what about the show? Wasn’t it–

Helping to keep things afloat? Yeah, it was for a while, but that’s over now, I mean, obviously. And so the board has decided it doesn’t want to invest any more money into a sinking ship.

A sinking ship?

But this is a wonderful hospital.

Yeah. It’s also a money pit. And I’m afraid that when Kate and Abe decided that they wanted to pull the plug on “Body & Soul,” they also pulled the plug on Salem University Hospital too.

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[scoffs]

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So many ideas. So many dreams that’ll never become reality. [sighs] To think I almost had Jennifer Coolidge agree to do a five-, maybe even ten-episode arc. Sure, she never responded to my DM, but I saw that she read it. Maybe those dozens of question marks were overkill.

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[sighs] These deserve a better fate than some order pad at the Brady Pub.

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You deserve a better fate too, Leo. You put your blood, sweat, and tears into this show. You were finally, finally getting the respect that you deserved. [sighs]

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[sighs] Arrow, my handsome, handsome leading man, how I’m gonna miss you.

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Hey, Mr. Stark.

Ay! Doug, you ever hear of knocking?

Oh, sorry. But you hired me to be your writer’s assistant. You told me to report this afternoon and be prepared to burn the midnight oil.

Right, I did. Sorry, I’ve been a bit distracted, to say the least.

So where should I begin?

Well, you can begin by… carrying all these office supplies out to my car and stacking them neatly in the trunk.

OK, sure. Are we going back to the Salem Inn to write?

No, we will not be writing anymore, period, from anywhere.

So you’re saying we do have plans for Valentine’s Day?

That’s what I’m saying.

Are you gonna tell me what they are?

No. No. Don’t you want to be surprised?

No. No more surprises.

[laughs] OK, then. All right. Fair enough. So tell me, where is our place?

Our place?

Mm-hmm.

I don’t know. I just feel like we’ve hung out in a lot of places, that’s all.

The Horton cabin.

Oh, of course. Yes.

Yeah, so I was thinking that maybe we could meet there and I would make us dinner.

And since when do you know how to cook?

I learned a thing or two when I stayed up there last summer, and I already talked to your grandma, and she gave me the keys.

Really, she did?

Yeah. Why wouldn’t she?

[laughs] I don’t know. I figured she might be concerned that we’d…you know.

That we’d what, play “Connect Four”?

Yeah. That and, you know… [light country music]

Actually, yeah, it did cross my mind that… maybe after dinner, we could… start a fire.

Yeah? And then what, tell each other ghost stories?

Whatever you want to do before we have to catch the last ferry home.

I think you know what I want to do.

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Wait, the show is moving back to California?

Yeah.

Wow. Well, what about the cast and crew?

The network said that everyone from the Salem reboot is welcome to stay on– if they’re willing to move to LA, that is.

Wow. Wow. That is big news, obviously. God, I wonder how many people are gonna take them up on their offer.

I know Hattie has.

Uh-huh.

And that’s all I know of so far.

Huh. Well, what about you? [light music]

Well, that’s what I wanted to talk to you about.

Oh. Well… I think it sounds like a no-brainer to me.

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Think about it, Johnny. Before the miscarriage, we were ready to pull up stakes so that you could take that film job in LA. We had flights booked. The bakery was up for sale.

And then we decided that we were better off staying here. OK, look, Chanel, we’ve been through so much the last couple of months. I just–I don’t want to rock the boat, OK? I want to focus on us…

Yeah.

On our marriage, on our future.

OK, and we can do that anywhere.

Yeah, I suppose, but I just– I don’t think we need the added complication of a move on top of everything else.

So what are you saying? You’re saying that you are gonna quit your job?

Yeah. I think it’s for the best. [light music]

[sighs] Johnny, is this really about our future, or is this about Joy Wesley? [dramatic music]

I heard you, Alex, telling Stephanie you didn’t want to break up with me just yet. You didn’t want to kick me while I was down.

[sighs] Joy, I am sorry. I did not want you to find out like that.

Oh, too late now.

I don’t get it, though. Why didn’t you just say something sooner?

Because I was hoping you would have the guts to tell me the truth. But clearly, since you’ve chosen to take the cowardly way out, I will save us both the time and the trouble. Alex, we are through.

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Mom, I’m so sorry.

This can’t be happening.

Unfortunately, it is. And I figured I’d tell you now because, well, you might want to nab that Kassandra role while Bonnie’s still laid up.

Oh, my God, Seth, I’m not thinking about myself. I’m thinking about our patients, the staff here, the whole community. I mean, what if somebody doesn’t have transportation or they don’t have insurance or somebody goes into labor and they have to be driven all the way across town?

Believe me, Kayla, I’m as distressed about it as you are.

Oh, right. Yeah, yeah, yeah, I can tell.

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I better go clean out my desk.

Ugh!

Oh, my God. Mom, are you OK?

No, I’m not OK.

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What do you mean you’re not writing anymore?

Well, not for “Body & Soul,” anyway. I was just let go. Fired.

That’s–oh, my God. I’m sorry.

Yeah, me too. For you, I mean. Seeing as I’m no longer going to be writing, I’m not gonna be needing a writer’s assistant. And trust me, if I had any idea that this was happening–

It’s OK. It’s not your fault.

Still, I know you were counting on the salary or at least the meager hourly wage to buy back Julie’s necklace.

Leo, don’t worry about it. And I promise you, I’ll pay you back that advance that you gave me.

Well, I’m at least glad you’ve got free room and board with Julie.

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Yeah.

What? What is it?

Nothing. It’s fine.

No, no. As young as you are, that was the “yeah” of the middle aged man who just lost his son’s college tuition at a craps table.

Fine, it’s just… I already gave the money to Holly.

To Holly? Oh, you mean–

The money that I owed her, yeah. But it’s OK. I’ll just–I’ll just ask her to give it back.

No, no, no, no. You don’t have to do that.

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[light country music]

Holly, are you sure that you want to take things to the next level?

I am. And actually, I have been for a while. I mean, unless you aren’t, you know, with the whole Sophia situation. I get it.

No, no, no. I really want to, like, so bad. I just–I don’t know. I didn’t want to take things for granted. And I just– I didn’t want to assume that that was what–

It’s OK. You can assume. Tate, I love you, and I want to make love with you.

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I want that, too, so bad.

[chuckles]

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[clears throat]

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Sophia.

Sorry to interrupt, but it’s kind of important.

OK. What is it?

I might have found a couple who wants to adopt our baby. [dramatic music]

Wait. So you found a couple? How?

Well, there’s this woman at my church, Ellen. And she actually used to be my Sunday school teacher. But her and her husband, Greg, they’re both doctors, and I know that they’re going to be amazing parents. [light country music] But Ellen’s been having a hard time getting pregnant, and I heard that they were thinking of adopting.

OK. Does your mom know them?

Oh, yeah, and she thinks that they’re, like, the perfect couple. So, you know, if she knew that the baby was going to a great home and raised in the church, then I really think she’s gonna change her mind about letting us put it up for adoption.

Wow. Wow. Oh, my God. That could be amazing.

Yeah. Yeah, it would be. And Ellen and Greg agreed to meet with us to talk about the possibility.

Awesome. OK, when?

Like, now, at Horton Town Square. I would say later, but you know I have to work the dinner shift.

Oh.

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Go. This is important.

Sure?

Yeah.

Thank you for understanding.

Good luck.

All right, let’s go.

OK.

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[sighs]

But why don’t you want me to ask Holly for your money back? I mean, now that you’re out of a job–

Well, look, I rode the gravy train while it lasted. I got while the getting was good. I can afford to be magnanimous.

But you, like, barely know me.

Yeah, but I gave you an advance. I’m not gonna now have you go back to this girl who you like, as in like-like, and ask for it back.

Holly?

Yeah.

No, no, we’re just– we’re just friends.

Right. Just friends, I’ve heard that before. I would like for you to consider this severance. Besides, I’m gonna need a tax write-off now that I no longer have any income.

Is that how tax write-offs work?

I don’t have the slightest idea.

Well, I don’t know what to say besides thank you, so thank you so much. That is very generous of you, Mr. Stark.

Mr. Stark. Do I look like a Marvel character? Which I’m glad I’m not, because I would be schvitzing up a storm if I was wearing that clunky metal getup. So do me a favor. Call me Leo.

I will, Leo.

And don’t let this get around. I have a cranky, curmudgeon-y, cheapskate reputation that I need to uphold.

Of course. Thank you, Mr.– I mean Leo. [dramatic music]

I am just shocked. No, no, no, I’m outraged that the hospital board would choose money and profits over the welfare of the people here. Oh, Tom Horton would just be rolling over in his grave.

Look, maybe it’s not a done deal. Hospitals go into receivership all the time. There could be another buyer out there.

Yeah.

Or maybe the board’s minds can be changed. I’m going to do a full-court press encouraging them to explore other options. And in the meantime, I’m gonna reach out to the hospital’s PR department, and I’m going to ask them to delay any announcements until we have given this our best shot.

OK. I appreciate your determination. I’m gonna get on the phone with the board members and–

No, no, no, no, no. Mom, Mom, you just rest. OK? Just focus on getting better. You always take care of me, so please, let me do this for you.

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OK.

You know, Alex, I thought you were the one person, the only person here in Salem that I could count on to treat me with kindness and respect. But, God, was I wrong.

I never meant to disrespect you.

Of course you meant to. What do you mean? You thought I would be your side piece so nobody on set would know that you were with Stephanie.

No. What are you talking about? That’s not how it went down at all.

Then how did it go down, huh? How long has this been going on?

[sighs] A couple weeks ago, Stephanie mentioned possibly quitting her PR gig at the show and giving our relationship another try.

A couple weeks ago?

I just thought she decided not to go through with it.

So you’ve been thinking about this for two weeks and you decided not to say anything to me?

I didn’t want to hurt your feelings, Joy.

Right, or you didn’t want to get kicked out of my bed.

OK. All right. [sighs] Truth is, after everything you went through with Chanel and Johnny, I fell for you. This wasn’t some calculated decision on my part, Joy. I like you. I like spending time with you. I just–I didn’t realize that you thought it was something a little bit more serious.

Wow. How many times have you used that one before, Alex? ‘Cause with you, God, it sounds so natural coming out of your mouth, so practiced.

I didn’t find out about all this until yesterday when Stephanie told me she actually quit her job. We talked about getting back together for, like, two minutes, and I collapsed.

[sighs] Right. Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah, and then you– you saved my life, which is something to be grateful for. What I’m doing with that life, God only knows, but– [scoffs]

You can still go to LA, Joy.

Oh, you would love that, wouldn’t you, knowing I’m thousands of miles away?

I’m thinking about your future, you know, your career.

Well, you can stop thinking about anything that has to do with me. I don’t want to hear a single word that comes out of your mouth. Go. Go.

All right, Joy.

Go tell Stephanie the good news.

Joy.

Go! Get the hell out of here. Go.

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[light music]

Chanel, my wanting to stay in Salem has absolutely nothing to do with Joy Wesley, OK?

No? So you’re not trying to put distance between the two of you because it’s what you think I want?

No, I’m not. Look, I don’t even know if Joy is going to LA.

Well, why wouldn’t she? I mean, what’s keeping her in Salem?

She’s dating Alex, for one thing.

OK. I mean, be that as it may, Johnny, I do not want you to sacrifice your dreams because it’s what you think I want.

Chanel… my biggest dream… is to build a future with you. [tender music] OK? Look, my family’s here. Your family’s here. Your business is here. Why move all the way to California when there’s plenty of opportunity for me right here? I mean, I could do theater. I could do the news. I mean, who knows, I could start a production company, all right? But the bottom line is…

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The only thing I want is for us to build a family together.

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I love so much, Johnny.

Love you too.

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Listen, I know it’s gonna be hard keeping the bankruptcy completely under wraps. But please, could you just give it 24 hours? [sighs] That’s great. Thank you, Lourdes. Thank you.

Steph.

[sighs]

Hi.

Aw.

[sighs] I’m glad I ran into you.

[sighs]

I got some news.

[sighs]

Wait. What’s wrong?

According to Seth Burns, the hospital is about to file Chapter 11.

They’re filing bankruptcy?

Yeah. And unless we do something to stop it, Salem University Hospital is going to shut down… for good.

Damn. – Seth, what are you doing here?

Just coming by to pick up my last paycheck before shoving off to Hollywood.

[gasps] So you’re making the big move, huh?

Yeah, got myself a little bungalow in Malibu right next to Brad Pitt, if you can believe it.

Shut up. Brad Pitt, really?

Are you kidding? I got a crap apartment by the freeway. I’m just grateful I get to keep my day job.

Well, forgive me for being presumptuous, but I thought the hospital gig was your day job.

Yeah, it was, but no longer. [chuckles]

Why? What happened? [dramatic music]

Holly, hey.

Doug, hey. How was work? Today is your first day, right?

Yeah, first day and last.

Oh, no. What happened?

It’s a long story. But basically, Leo got canned, so he no longer needs an assistant.

Yikes. Man, that sucks. Oh, and about the advance you gave me, I can totally get a refund for my school trip payment.

No. No need. No, he insisted that he does not want the money back.

What, Leo said that, as in Leo Stark?

Yeah. But don’t spread it around, OK? He wants to uphold his reputation as a cranky cheapskate.

Wow. Well, my lips are sealed.

[chuckles] All right, well, I’m gonna go out and pound the pavement. I don’t want to keep leeching off of Julie, and I really want to buy her necklace back.

Right.

So did your study partner ditch you?

Sort of. Sophia and Tate might have found a couple who wants to adopt their baby.

Oh. I thought the whole adoption thing was off.

Yeah, well, turns out, it might be back on after all. [light country music]

Do you want something from Sweet Bits while we wait?

Oh, I can’t. I have no appetite. I’m too nervous. I just really want this all to work out so badly.

Yeah, me too. [phone ringing]

Oh. [light music] It’s Ellen.

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Ellen, hi. Is everything– [dramatic music] Oh, yeah. I understand. That’s OK. Thank you for letting me know.

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They’re backing out.

No. [sighs] OK, did she say why?

No, she couldn’t wait to get off the phone.

[sighs] Look, it’s gonna be OK, all right? Like, how hard can it be to find another couple who wants to adopt a baby, right?

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Wow. Salem U Hospital is going under? I can’t believe that.

Yeah, it’s pretty shocking.

[sighs]

I mean, I’m gonna do everything in my power to save it, but I just– I don’t know if the odds are very good.

How’s your mom taking it?

Well, as you’d expect. She’s devastated.

I’m sure.

Anyway, whatever bad news you have, lay it on me.

I mean, it’s not exactly bad news, but… it might not be the best time to talk about it.

No, about what?

Joy and I. We ended things.

Oh.

Yeah.

So you broke up with her?

No. No, she–she broke up with me.

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No, Mom, I’m telling you, do not– do not fly out here, OK? I’m fine. No, I don’t–I don’t know if I’m going to LA. The truth is, everything’s just really up in the air right now, so…

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Not hard to find another couple to adopt our baby? How can you say that? You know what my mom is like. You know that she’s gonna reject anybody who she doesn’t think is gonna be the perfect parents. OK, if they aren’t religious enough, right, or if they aren’t the right age, if they don’t make enough money or if they don’t have some kind of fancy academic credentials or whatever–

I know. I know. I know. Look, it’s–hey, hey, your mom, yes, is gonna make it very difficult. She is. But we cannot give up hope. We can’t. OK?

Well, I try not to. But, you know, every day that goes by– my God, Tate, when is this nightmare gonna end?

I know.

Tate, buddy, hey. Long time, no see. How goes it? [dramatic music]

You know, it– it goes. Sorry. This is my friend Sophia. Sophia, this is my cousin Johnny and his wife, Chanel.

Hi.

Hey.

Of course I know Sophia. You used to stop by Sweet Bits on your way to work at the Bistro, was it?

That’s right. Yeah.

Yeah, it’s been a minute.

Yeah, well, morning sickness.

Ah.

Of course.

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Is everything OK?

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Actually, no, not really. We were actually just supposed to meet a couple who was interested in adopting our baby and–

But they canceled.

Oh, no. I am so sorry to hear that.

Yeah, well, I bet they were just afraid of my mother’s wrath.

Yeah. Mrs. Choi isn’t really a fan of the whole idea. So we were really hoping that if we found a couple she approved of, she would change her mind.

I better get to work. And you probably want to get back to Holly.

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So I’ll see you at school tomorrow.

OK. [sighs]

Tate, man, I’m really sorry you’re going through this.

I mean, never mind me. I just–I feel terrible for Sophia. I mean, really, there’s just no one that’s on her side.

Well, she has you.

Yeah, but I mean, I’m not really sure if that helps all that much ’cause she knows the person that I really want to be with is Holly.

So you and Holly are working things out?

Yeah. Yeah, we are. But still, she’s really upset about what’s happened, obviously. She’s worried about how this might affect us in the future.

Yeah, that’s understandable.

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Look, Tate, you and Holly, if you’re really committed to one another, then you’ll find a way through it.

I mean, yeah, but still, I mean, between me wanting to be there for Sophia and wondering if this baby is gonna get adopted or not, I just– I’m asking Holly to put up with a lot.

But you are worth it, Tate.

Yeah, I hope so.

Mm-hmm.

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Well, I hope this couple turns out to be the one and Sophia’s mom agrees to let her give up the baby.

Me too. Doug, can I ask you a question and you be completely honest with me?

About what?

Does it sound selfish how badly I want this all to happen?

No. No, it’s not selfish. It’s what Sophia and Tate want too, right? And it’s what’s best for them. And just as importantly, it’s what’s best for the baby. And yeah, I mean, it’s gonna be difficult no matter what. But in the long run, it’s also what’s best for you and Tate. Right?

Yeah, I guess. God, I’m sorry. I need to stop dumping all this on you. I mean, you just lost your job.

Holly, it’s OK.

No, it’s not. I really need to stop ruminating. And hey, if you’re looking for work, I have lived here a lot longer than you, and I know a lot more people. So just say the word, and I can help.

Thank you. I might actually take you up on that. [light country music]

Gosh. Where will I go now when I throw out my back or injure my wrist in a trust fall? Where is Dr. Marlena Evans gonna hang her shingle now?

Oh, I’m sure she’ll figure something out. And you will too. And listen, Leo, I want to take this opportunity to say I think you’re a fantastic writer.

You do?

I do. I’ve really enjoyed all the stories Dr. Blake Lamoray was involved in. And all that to say Johnny’s been telling me what a great job I’ve been doing. So if possible, I’d love to be featured more prominently in the reboot.

Sorry, Seth, you’re barking up the wrong tree. I am no longer writing for “Body & Soul.”

What? You’ve decided not to go with the show?

No, the network decided that for me.

Oh. Oh, I’m sorry.

Oh, it’s OK. I hate LA anyway. Palm trees, gorgeous people, hiking, sneaking wine into the Hollywood Bowl, perfect weather– who needs that?

Right? [chuckles] So what are you gonna do now?

[sighs] That’s a really good question.

Mm.

So Joy broke up with you?

Well, turns out, she overheard us out here last night talking about how we wanted to be together.

Oh. Oh.

Yeah.

That’s too bad.

Yeah, she was pretty upset, to say the least.

Ugh.

Honestly, Steph, I can’t even blame her. I could have handled things a lot better.

Same. Same. But you know what? In the end, it worked out, because we would have gotten to this end result anyway.

True. Very true. So I guess now there’s no reason why I can’t do this. [tender music]

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Right?

Mm-hmm.

Mm.

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[tender music]

So you got any plans for the day?

Unfortunately, I have to work.

Ugh.

In fact, I’m gonna have to pull an all-nighter, strategizing about ways to save this hospital.

Maybe you could use some help.

I’d love that.

Mm.

But, Alex, you have to promise me–

No distractions or at least kept to a minimum…

Mm-hmm.

For now. But while we’re waiting… mm.

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Mm. Let’s go.

OK. [dramatic music]

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I suppose I’m gonna have to go hunt down Abe and Kate for my check. Oh, I hope they don’t try to stiff me. [both laugh]

Good luck.

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You know, it’s only one man’s opinion, but I think the new producers are idiots if they don’t want you.

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Thank you, Seth. I wish more people shared your opinion.

Listen, plenty of folks love the show. It’s just that the haters make the most noise. So ignore them, and remember what I said when you’re up there accepting your Daytime Emmy.

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OK, I will. Thank you.

Good luck, my friend.

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Maybe I don’t suck.

Hmm, you know, the Brady Pub’s always looking for an extra hand. I know it doesn’t pay much, but Tate said it was a pretty chill job to work at.

The pub, huh?

Yeah. And FYI, someone as charming as you could make a whole lot of tips.

You think I’m charming?

Yeah, I do, but don’t let that get to your head.

Oh, way too late. Way too late. [both laugh]

Hey.

Hey, Tate.

What’s up, man?

That was fast. What happened? [light country music]

Well, the couple who was considering adopting the baby, they backed out.

What?

Yeah. So it’s back to square one.

[sighs] [dramatic music]

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Oh, God, Tate– poor guy.

Yeah. Yeah, he’s going through a lot.

Mm.

And on top of that, still being in high school? Ugh, and then Sophia, what she must be going through, you know, not only being pregnant by someone who’s in love with someone else but then also having a mother who doesn’t support her choices. [light music]

Yeah. Yeah, I feel for both of them. I feel for Holly.

Mm, yeah.

You know, I still think back a lot to when we first found out you were pregnant.

Yeah. Yeah, I think about that a lot too. And, you know, even with, you know, the complications and Mama and the whole radiation scare, we still found a way to be excited about it.

Yeah, we did.

Mm. Yeah, but then, you know, when I miscarried, that was really tough for both of us, obviously.

It was, yeah.

But it made us realize that we really did want to have a baby. [tender music]

And then Kayla said that we needed to wait six months before we tried again.

Mm-hmm.

At the time, I think… that’s what we both wanted to do.

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But then we had our little…hiccup.

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Johnny, I– I still want to have a baby.

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You do?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. I mean, look, I know that we just got back together, but it has been six months. So maybe we could see if we could get an appointment with Kayla and see if she’ll give us the go-ahead. I mean, if that’s OK with you.

Oh, that’s more than OK. I think that would be amazing.

Yeah?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. Let’s–let’s have a baby.

Let’s have a baby.

OK. [both laugh]

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[light music]

[crunching]

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[crunching stops]

Thank goddess. [keyboard keys clacking]

Mm. Leo, could you get me some more guava pineapple juice, please?

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My pleasure.

Ah.

I could use a break from my five minutes of writing.

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Mm.

Enjoy. Quietly.

Mm-hmm.

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Mm! Oh. This is so good! Ooh! Leo, thank you for taking care of me after that psycho nearly killed me.

Oh, don’t mention it… or anything else.

Leo, would you come fluff my pillows, please, that way you do?

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[siren wailing]

Mm.

[gasps] Hey, Mom.

Hey.

Hi.

Wow.

Oh.

Hi.

Hi.

Those are beautiful.

[sighs] I see they’re not your first.

[laughs]

God, how are you feeling?

I am feeling much better since the antidote kicked in.

I’m so glad to hear that. God, what a nightmare.

No kidding. I think your dad put on a brave face, but I think that– quite a scare, you know, seeing me collapse like that.

I’ll bet. I was pretty freaked out when Alex passed out… right after he told me he wanted to be with me. [dramatic music]

[chuckles]

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[sighs]

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Joy.

Hey. Hey, I was just thinking about you.

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[whimpering]

Bonnie? Bonnie.

Huh?

Hey.

Oh, Johnny. Sorry. I was just zoning out. Should you be up and around? I mean, I heard about the poisoned scripts.

Oh, yeah. No, that wasn’t exactly fun, but I’ll be fine.

You sure?

Yeah, that antidote, it– it worked like a charm. They kept me overnight for observations, but I’m good to go.

Good. Mm.

How are you?

I don’t know. [chuckles] All things considered, not too bad, I guess. They just unwired my jaw, so I never thought I’d be so stoked to see a big bowl of Jell-O. [both chuckle]

Well, lime is my favorite.

Dude, no, me too!

Yeah.

Serious? [laughs] Ooh. Ah.

So…you waiting on someone or what?

No, I-I figured the orderly was gonna come back and roll me back to my room, but… I saw the elevator, and I just stopped cold.

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Bad memories, huh?

I feel like Whitley King is on the other side of those doors, waiting to swallow me up, but…

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I get it, all right? But look, now that Whitley’s been exposed, she can’t hurt us anymore or the show.

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Yeah, I mean, Roman, I-I’m fine. I–really, I missed the whole thing. Uh-huh. Well, actually, I’m one of the lucky ones. [laughs] Yeah. I-I mean, I’m the only one who wasn’t targeted by the lunatic. [laughs] [ominous music]

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Oh, my God.

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

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[ominous music]

What? [sighs] What? Yeah, no. No, it’s nothing to worry about at all. Just a little– a little crisis on set, yeah. Actually, I should probably go and take care of things. Listen, you have a good time in Chicago, OK? Yes, give Rex my love, and I will talk to you real soon. I love you too. Bye.

Well, hello, Kate.

Look at this. I found it on my desk.

Oh.

Oh? Oh? That’s all you can say? Because obviously, Whitley is at it again, and we need to call the police.

Easy. Easy, Kate. Whitley’s no longer a threat. She’s under 24-hour watch at Bayview.

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Then how’d this get here?

Well, they–they took some photos from Whitley’s room. And they found this one on her nightstand.

[scoffs] So what did you– did you put it here? What, is this a souvenir?

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I wanted you to understand the gravity of this situation because it’s up to us to figure out what to do about it.

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Greetings, “Body & Soul”-ers.

Seth, wow. You’re looking good.

Thanks.

Yeah, how are you– how are you feeling?

I’m on the mend, much like you two. I’m glad I ran into you, Bonnie. It saves me a trip to your room. I have this document for you to sign.

Oh. What–what is it?

Ah, just boilerplate, saying that you hold harmless University Hospital and all of its subsidiaries regarding your accident, as well as indemnify us against any further action. And you just sign right there…

Oh.

On the bottom line.

Oh, OK.

Bonnie, I-I wouldn’t do that if I were you. [tense music] * *

So you’re not gonna be “Body & Soul’s” publicist anymore?

I realized I needed to separate my career and my personal life. It wasn’t worth losing out on being with Alex just to keep one client.

And he’s all in on the relationship?

I told him I wanted to be with him, and he responded in kind.

Well, that’s wonderful. I know it’s what you wanted all along.

Even when I didn’t want to admit it to myself. [laughs]

I’m very happy for you, baby.

The only downside is, you and I won’t be working together after all.

Oh, no. Oh, no. I was so looking forward to working with you in that capacity, even though it wouldn’t have been for very long.

Mm.

[chuckles] But listen, after what happened, I cannot complain about you distancing yourself from “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, I can’t decide if I picked the worst week to leave or the best.

Well, seeing how happy you are, I think you made the right decision.

Yeah. Yeah. There’s just one little problem. [dramatic music]

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Can I ask you why you were thinking about me?

I just–I keep flashing back to how you found me last night after I passed out, how you saved my life.

Oh. I’m just glad that Stephanie and I got there when we did.

Right. Right, yeah, no, I’m super lucky that the two of you were together.

Yeah.

Alex, I’m– I’m really grateful that you were there for me.

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[grunting] How’s that? Fluffy enough for you?

Oh, the edge is kind of sticking out a little bit. It’s perfect now. Thanks!

My pleasure. That’s it for now. I need to finish this story.

The story? What’s it about?

Well, it’s about Charlemagne, actually.

About me? I mean, not me. Not me, but yeah. What happens?

Well, it’s pretty juicy, actually. See, Charlemagne gets kidnapped by her former maid and replaced with an exact duplicate.

An exact duplicate?

Mm-hmm.

Is Marlena coming in for it?

Not that I’m aware of.

Oh. Who are you gonna get to– [jazzy music] You want me to play both parts?

That’s the beauty of it. Two parts, two paychecks. What do you think? It’s a home run, right?

[laughs] No, I gotta pass.

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You don’t want to play two roles?

Sorry, no.

But this is every actor’s dream, Getting to create two wholly different characters with different backgrounds, different ways of speaking and behaving. It’s the stuff Emmys are made of.

I get the concept.

And you heard the part about two salaries, right? What’s not to love?

Nothing. Everything.

I’m lost.

Look, Leo, this hits a little close to home for me, OK? Everybody in this town knows I did that. I-I-I-I pretended to be Marlena. I mean, I-I-I took over her life, and I ended up in prison too.

Hattie, that’s why this is perfect for you. You get to reclaim it. And with the personal experience to draw from, you get to bring truth to the character.

Oh. And I could even add some layers to it.

Oh, so many layers.

Like a seven-layer cake.

Oh, at least.

Yeah. And, you know, I-I-I tend to go deep with my characters.

And it hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Yeah. Still, the idea of replacing somebody that you look like just seems like it’s a little–

Deliciously sordid?

I was gonna say played out. Don’t you think?

No, obviously, I don’t think that, or I wouldn’t have pitched it. I think it’s classic. And the fans love when they get to see a beloved actor play something new. Look, we need something big for Charlemagne. This, this is gonna drive six months of story. [jazzy music]

You don’t have to worry. [both laugh] You are such an amazing writer.

Oh.

You’ll think of a new storyline.

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They should be letting me out of here soon. I’m actually trying to push for them to let me out before tomorrow.

Really? What–what’s tomorrow?

Hello? Valentine’s Day.

Ah. Right, Valentine’s Day. I didn’t think you’d be up to doing anything. You should probably take it easy.

I’m sure I’ll be well enough to go out to dinner. And since I basically owe you everything…

Ah.

I would like to take you out.

That is not necessary.

Oh, no, I know that it hardly makes up for you saving my life, but it’s a start. [dramatic music] Unless there’s some reason that you don’t want to go out with me.

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So Alex and Joy haven’t broken up yet?

Let’s just say he’s having a little trouble extricating himself from the situation.

But they weren’t dating very long, right?

No, not really.

Well, I mean, I don’t want her to be hurt or anything, but it seems like they could part ways amicably.

That’s what I was hoping for. But after everything that Joy went through with the whole Johnny mess, she’s– she’s honestly a little dependent on Alex right now.

I see.

And then after he and I decided to be together, we found her unconscious in her room.

She was poisoned too?

Uh-huh.

Oh, come on.

Yeah, but she’s doing a lot better, just like you. But Alex and I decided that maybe he shouldn’t kick her while she’s down, you know?

It’s a difficult position to be in. But, you know, I imagine she’s gonna want to go back home, right? And then maybe Alex can let her down gently and… the two of you could start your relationship.

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I really hope so.

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Look, I know it was a traumatic situation, but we’re in the entertainment business, and overzealous fans come with the territory, Abe.

Kate, there is a difference between passion and–and criminal behavior.

No, I-I agree. And Whitley is a really disturbed person, but that doesn’t mean that she gets to dictate how we produce our show.

You really believe that?

Yeah, I do. Yeah, the show must go on. It was a serious situation, I’m not denying that, but we’re out of the woods now, Abe.

Are you sure? Justin is still threatening to sue the hospital.

Yeah, well, his wife is the star of the show, so he’s not gonna hurt us and he’s not gonna hurt the show.

His wife nearly died!

Yeah. It’s a terrible thing. It really is. But he’s gonna calm down.

Well, what if others in the cast decide they’re gonna sue? You know, we both know that this is an untenable situation.

[sighs] What are you saying, Abe?

Well, what I’m saying is that there’s only one– one–solution to our problem.

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Johnny, no offense, but you’re not directing this scene.

And I understand that. However, I’m sure that Justin, Bonnie’s husband and attorney, wouldn’t mind taking a look at this paperwork before she signs it, just to, you know, make sure everything’s aboveboard.

I assure you, everything that we do here is aboveboard. [chuckles]

To be honest, I’m actually having a hard time with all the legal mumbo jumbo.

So you’re–you’re not gonna sign it?

Let it go, Seth. She just fell down an elevator shaft.

Yeah, and you and I were poisoned. Things happen in this town. The psycho per capita rate is one of the highest in the nation. We’re accepting risk just by living here.

I’m not sure that’s really the argument you want to make.

Look, Bonnie, I know that the last thing you want to do is make things more difficult for the show, especially with all the struggles that we’ve been through lately.

Of course not.

OK, which is why you should be aware that if you and your husband were to pursue a lawsuit, the hospital would have no choice but to withdraw its permission for “Body & Soul” to shoot here.

But they rely on the hospital to be able to shoot their scenes.

They do, and I’m not sure that the show and the budget could sustain that loss. And you wouldn’t want that, would you? So why don’t you go ahead and just sign? Because all of our futures depend on it.

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[phones beep]

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Meeting for all cast and crew?

Did you know about this?

Well, I’ve been a little preoccupied with almost dying and all, but no, Abe and Kate didn’t say anything to me.

What do you think it’s about?

If you wouldn’t mind, you know, signing the paper. [elevator bell dings]

[gasps] Oh. [dramatic music] Oh.

Oh. They’re freaking out too.

I guess we all got that same text about the emergency meeting?

Yeah, we’re just trying to figure out what it means.

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Ah. They smell amazing.

Mm, probably better than hospital disinfectant, right?

That’s for sure. [phone beeps] Oh, eek. What is it? Oh.

Ooh, don’t tell me they think you’re on call.

No, it’s from Abe and Kate. They’re calling an emergency meeting at the hospital.

Right now?

You don’t know what it’s about?

Not a clue. Wonder if Alex knows.

[sighs] You don’t–you don’t have any other plans for Valentine’s Day, do you?

Um– [phones beep]

Was that me?

I think it was both of us. Is Kate and Abe texting you too?

Yeah, yeah, emergency meeting for the cast and crew?

Yeah, here at the hospital. Wonder what that’s about.

I don’t know. But we should probably head there and find out.

You feel up to it?

Yeah. Yeah, I’m fine.

OK.

As long as I have you with me. [both chuckle]

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I’ll go get you a wheelchair.

OK.

All right.

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Hey, guys. I’m sure that this is just an update on Whitley King. Abe and Kate probably just want to reassure us that we don’t have to worry about any more poisoned scripts.

By the way, I will never forgive you all for believing I wrote that trash.

Hey, it wasn’t that bad, except for it being poisoned, I mean.

Please, my stories are so much better, not to mention they’re nontoxic.

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Oh.

Oh.

[chuckles] Joy, it’s so good to see you. You look so much better.

Thank you, Stephanie. I’m glad to see that you’re doing better too, Dr. Johnson.

Well, I’m just so glad that we all got the antidote in time.

Yeah, I’m just–I’m grateful that Alex came when he did– well, Alex and Stephanie, that is. You were with him, right, Stephanie?

Yes, I was.

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[elevator bell dings]

Oh, look. [Kate clears throat]

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Hello. Hello, everyone.

[clears throat]

I want to thank you– thank you all for coming.

Yes, and first off, we want to say how grateful we are for everyone who received a poisoned script that you’re– you’re doing better and you’re on the road to recovery and that Bonnie is on the road to recovery as well.

Yes, Bonnie, Bonnie. [applause]

I-I do want to reassure all of you that Whitley King is under 24-hour watch at Bayview.

Yes, and she won’t be able to hurt any of us again.

Yay.

Good.

And we are, of course, cooperating with the Salem PD to make sure she remains locked up. I’m sure each of you will be contacted by the police soon so you can make a statement.

Well, to hell with her. When do we get back to work?

[chuckles] Hattie, thank you for that question. Actually, that’s what we wanted to talk to everyone about. This past week has been a harrowing one. Abe and I did not take any of the incidents lightly. Nothing is more important to us than the health and the well-being of our employees, which is why we decided that we couldn’t go ahead with the show unless we could be certain that we could create a very safe working environment, which is the reason that we’ve decided, after very careful consideration, to pull the plug on “Body & Soul.”

What?

What?

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So you’re pulling the plug on the show? That’s it?

So it’s just– it’s just over?

Isn’t that an overreaction?

Look, we’re sorry. I-I-I know this must come as a shock.

Considering the events of the past few weeks, we just don’t feel comfortable returning to production on “Body & Soul.” We feel like it’s too dangerous. If anyone else got hurt, we couldn’t live with ourselves.

Wait, but nobody else gets a say? I mean, I’m the one who took a header down the elevator shaft, and I’m more than happy to get back on that horse.

That’s the whole point, OK? Almost everyone here spent last night in the hospital.

Yeah, but the show can’t end, not like this.

Yeah, yeah, what’s gonna happen to Charlemagne’s stor– I mean, what’s gonna happen to the story?

I–look, I’m sorry. I-I should have been clearer. But the story won’t end.

What do you mean?

Well, that’s what makes soap operas special. They never end.

But you said that you were ending it.

Are you saying that it’s continuing without you?

Is that even possible?

So when we called the network this afternoon to tell them that we would not be returning to production, needless to say, they were very upset. They love the show. It’s a top producer for them. The last thing they wanted to hear was that “Body & Soul” was ending prematurely.

Oh, man, I’m so confused. Are we ending, or are we not ending?

Well, we’re still too concerned with everyone’s safety to continue our production, which is why the network has offered to step in, buy the rights, and produce the show themselves.

So the show will go on?

Yes, yes, but not here in Salem.

Well, then where?

They’re going to bring the production to Los Angeles.

Oh, let me guess. They’re gonna replace all of us with big Hollywood stars.

No, no. They want to keep the current cast.

Oh. So we’re not losing our jobs?

No. They told us they were willing to have the entire cast come with the show as long as they were willing to relocate to California. [tense music]

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Thank you.

Yeah. Wow, that’s not what I was expecting.

Me either. That must have been a hard decision for Kate and Abe. I mean, I know how much they both loved producing that show.

And everyone looked shocked.

Well, color me shocked. I can’t believe this! What?

We were just saying the same thing.

Yeah, look at me. Such bad timing. I just get on the show, and then it’s over.

Oh, wait. Are you saying you’re not taking the part?

No. Of–of course I’m not. Bonnie–Bonnie, it was just a temporary recast. I never had any intention of taking the part for real. And now that it’s shooting in California, I am certainly not going there to take it.

Oh, Kayla, thank you. Thank you. No, seriously, that is a load off. I was kind of afraid I was gonna have to fight you for it. [chuckles]

Oh. So does this mean you’re moving to LA, Bonnie?

Well, I have to talk to Justin first, obviously, but it kind of feels good to have an option. [chuckles] And if my TV son follows the show, he’s going to need a mama. [chuckles]

Did Alex say that he was following the show?

Oh, I haven’t talked to him yet. But let’s face it. I mean, he and Joy are the hot young stars. I mean, the network execs must be doing everything to try to convince him, right? [dramatic music]

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Thank you.

You’re welcome. Hmm. I gotta say, that announcement took me by surprise.

It is pretty shocking news.

Mm.

But it’s–it’s not terrible news, right? I mean, the network loves the show enough to save it.

[sighs]

And they want to keep the whole cast?

And they want to move us to LA.

I know, but that’s exciting, right? I mean, I’ve–I’ve–I’ve always wanted to live there.

Yeah.

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[sighs]

I mean, we’re gonna take the offer, right?

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[sighs] Well, now that Pineview is picking up stakes and heading out West, what are y’all gonna do?

Well, I’m definitely going.

Just like that, huh?

Yeah. I mean, I have to. I’m the star of– I’m one of the stars of the show.

Johnny, what about you?

[sighs] Well, obviously, I need to discuss it with Chanel, but honestly, we’re just kind of getting back on track. So I-I don’t know that asking her to move across the country is the best decision for us right now.

Yeah. I’ve spent most of my life drifting from place to place, nothing holding me down. But I just fixed things with Javi. I don’t know if I want to mess that up again.

Yeah, maybe you don’t have to.

What do you mean?

Look, I’m the director, right? I have to be on set. But you could write the show from anywhere, so you could just tell the network you want to stay on as head writer and just keep writing from here. [soft music]

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Here we are.

Well, I suppose that went as well as can be expected.

Did it?

[scoffs]

Everyone looked so disappointed.

Mm, none more than you.

Was it obvious?

Look, I know today is a sad day, but it’s not all bad news, right?

How do you figure?

Well, the network paid us a small fortune for the rights to the show, right? We made a tidy little profit running that thing.

It was never about the money for me. I wanted something new, rewarding. I feel very, very lucky for the experience.

Well, I loved it too.

We make a damn good team, right?

Yes, we do. And I’m telling you, I’m going to treasure all this time we had with the citizens of Pineview, allowing their adventures to unfold.

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Despite all the off-screen drama, you know the good times far outweigh the bad?

They sure do. [chuckles] Like, you know, I can’t believe we actually– we actually made it happen, you know? When we started out, we had no idea what we were doing.

Oh, we had less than no idea. [both chuckle]

You know, and even though this little team is going to break up way before we thought it would, I still think that we, my friend, deserve a toast.

Well, I could not agree more. [both chuckle]

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To “Body & Soul.”

Oh. To “Body & Soul.” [glasses clink] Long may she live. [both chuckle]

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Mm. [soft music]

Mm.

[chuckles]

Why didn’t I know you had that bottle?

Who says it’s the only bottle? [both chuckle]

Hey, boss. Boss.

Hello, Leo.

Big news, huh?

Yes, indeed. Is there something we could do for you?

Well, first of all, I just wanted to thank you both for taking a chance on me. Writing for “Body & Soul” has truly been an honor and a privilege.

Well, you should be very proud of the work you did.

Thank you. I am. Also, I wanted to know if you had the contact information of the network brass. I wanted to ask them if they had any thoughts on the direction of the show, see if there was anything I needed to change about the writing.

Leo–

Oh, and just so you know, I’m not talking about moving to Los Angeles. I mean, not that I wouldn’t mind skipping out on these frigid winters, but Salem is home. My boyfriend is here. My best friend is here. My whole life is here.

[sighs] Leo–

And I can write from here. I don’t need to be on set. I’d just fly to LA for meetings or whatever.

OK, Leo, that’s not gonna happen.

Why not? Why can’t I write remotely?

[sighs] Because they don’t want you to write at all. [dramatic music]

Excuse me?

Leo, I’m sorry to have to tell you this, but… they’re bringing in another head writer.

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Wow. So you’re all in, huh? LA, here you come?

Hey, no-brainer for me.

[chuckles]

I am Charlemagne. What about you?

I have to think about it. And I have to talk to Justin, of course. And if he couldn’t move there, well, I guess I’d have to, what, commute? I mean, come back here when I wasn’t working?

You know what? I bet they’d fly you. I bet they’d fly you first class.

[chuckles] Well, I don’t know about that. And besides, I’m in no shape at the moment to make any life-changing decisions, if you know what I mean.

Yeah, I feel you.

The good news is, Kayla said as far as she’s concerned, the part is still mine, though.

Oh, hey, that’s lucky.

Yeah, for her. I won’t have to fight her for it.

Yeah. I’ve been in a fight with you. It’s no place you want to be. [laughs]

Well, you’re no pushover, you know, yourself.

Well, thanks, hon.

[sighs]

Actually, I hope you take it.

Yeah?

Yeah. I mean, you know, just the two of us out there in La-La Land. You know, we’d be like– like Laverne and Shirley go to California.

[laughs] You make it sound pretty fun.

It does sound fun, doesn’t it?

Mm-hmm.

You know what I’m gonna do? I’m gonna just make sure that the dressing room next to mine is free, and I’m gonna– I’m gonna keep it warm for you.

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[laughs]

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You want to move with the show to LA?

Oh, don’t you? I mean, it’s not like you have another job.

No, but I-I got my family here.

But not your whole family, though, right?

No, but my dad, my Aunt Maggie. I got a whole bunch of cousins.

You want to stay for your cousins?

Well–

Philip, Xander.

[sighs] All I’m saying, it’s just a big move is all– for me.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, no, is this– is this really about your family, or is this about Stephanie? [tense music]

[sighs]

Do you really think Alex would go to LA for the gig?

I think that you would know better than I would.

I mean, he loves being on the show, and the fans love him.

But his life is here, and so are you.

Kayla, Stephanie.

Hi.

Sorry to interrupt.

Nope.

Nope, not interrupting. Please, what’s up?

Yeah.

I wanted you to know I just turned in my letter of resignation. I’m leaving for California.

What? I–you’re giving up the hospital to stay with “Body & Soul”?

Well, I’m afraid I have no choice. I never expected to find my passion at this point in life. But Blake Lemoray is in my blood, and if you can’t shake him…

Wow, I didn’t know you were so serious about acting.

Yeah, it’s truly a calling.

Well, good luck in California, then.

Thanks. But if you ask me, you should join me there.

Oh. [chuckles]

[chuckles]

Oh, I appreciate that, but no, my work is here at the hospital.

I’m not sure that’s gonna be for much longer.

Excuse me?

I’m sorry to tell you, but… the hospital is about to declare bankruptcy.

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Oh.

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