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Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

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Joy, hello. You are just the person I was hoping to run into. I wanted to give you a heads-up.

Oh?

I’m writing you out of some scenes– the ones with Chanel, to be precise.

Great. So I guess that means you heard.

Yeah, I heard what happened. Johnny filled me in. It’s too bad we can’t harness that animus on camera, you know?

Leo, do you think this is going to end up in Lady Whistleblower’s column?

Oh, not if I have anything to say about it.

So in other words, yes.

[sighs]

Excuse me.

Happy new year, Javi. Thanks for stopping. I know you didn’t ask, but my year is off to a rousing start thanks to Lady Whistleblower’s latest jab. Really went for the jugular this time.

So what was this jab about?

You.

“Blind item: which two naughty ‘Body & Soul’ costars “rung in the New Year together? “No need to tax those brains, dear readers, Lady Whistleblower never could keep a secret.” Oh, my God. “It was that sex-on-a-stick Alex Kiriakis and newbie hottie Joy Wesley.” Sex-on-a-stick, really? “This reporter has to wonder what Alex’s former flame “and ‘Body & Soul’ publicist, Stephanie Johnson, thinks about this little tryst.” Uh, I’d love to tell you what I think about it in person, right before I punch you in the throat.

[knock on door] Abe, happy new year.

Does this look like the face of a happy man?

I take it you read Lady Whistleblower’s–

Only the first two sentences before I threw the paper down in disgust. Now, we–we have to do something about this menace.

“Darling readers, did you catch “last Friday’s episode of ‘The Bland & The Talentless,’ er, ‘Body & Soul’?”

[laughs] So clever–not. “Pray tell…” Ooh. “What was Bonnie Kiriakis doing during Kassandra’s monologue?”

[haltingly] “Because it most certainly was not acting.” Oh, excuse me? “I’ve seen doggy droppings in Salem Park with more range.” How dare you? “Perhaps the former Ms. Lockhart should stick “to what she knows best– marrying rich men for money– and leave the acting to the professionals.”

[laughs dryly] Okay. Okay. Who does this Lady Whistleblower think she is? I cannot wait to get my hands on that gossipy garbage monger.

Happy New Year, Bon-Bon.

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Chanel.

I know I said I had nothing to say to you, but I do have something to say.

Okay, yeah. What is it?

I quit.

[sighs] You don’t mean that.

Oh, so what, I don’t have my own mind now?

It’s just you–you love working on “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, I did, until my husband cheated on me with my costar, who I thought was my friend. So I’m done with the show, and I’m done with you.

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

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Did something else happen for you to come to this decision?

What, you don’t think cheating on me was enough?

No, I just– you didn’t say this before.

Well, I ran into Joy. That’s what happened.

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How’d that go?

Yeah, she tried apologizing, but I wasn’t trying to hear it.

Look, Chanel, I understand, okay? I understand that you’re upset and you’re angry with me and with Joy. But there’s got to be some way that you can stay on the show.

There isn’t.

But you love acting. And you are so talented. If you quit, what are you gonna do instead?

I will go back to my first love.

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Well, I didn’t read all of Lady W’s column either. So should we brace ourselves for more?

Might as well. We need to know what we’re dealing with.

Okay. “Is it any wonder “Body & Soul’s” production values are on par with a middle school staging of “West Side Story”? Executive Producer Abe Carver spent his adult life as a cop, police commissioner, and mayor. Does that sound like the resume of someone who knows how to run a TV show?”

Oh, son of a–

“The purchase of “Body & Soul’s” rights were nothing but a vanity project for him and his partner, fellow amateur, Kate Roberts Brady. Carver should really consider handing over the reins to a competent show-runner before viewers vote him out, much like the citizens of Salem did when he was mayor.”

Well, that’s not even true. I stepped down as mayor.

Well, I’m sure I can get a retraction printed.

The hell with a retraction. I want Lady Whistleblower’s column shut down, immediately. And as the publicist for “Body & Soul,” that’s your job to make that happen.

So what could Lady Whistleblower possibly have said about me to hurt you?

Well, somehow she managed to find out how badly I screwed things up between us.

You mean when you accused me of being the Lady herself?

Yeah, that.

Why is that even interesting to readers?

I don’t know. It’s hot goss, I guess. But after she shredded my love life, or lack thereof, she went after my professional life. Apparently, my job at “Body & Soul” is in jeopardy, too.

Sounds like she made it pretty personal. So you still have no idea who’s writing these columns?

No. Rafe managed to track down Hattie Adams, but she denies having anything to do with it.

So do you believe her?

I don’t know. I don’t know what to believe. All I know is that somebody is out to get me.

How did you get in here, Hattie?

Well, normally, I would say that Henderson let me in, but that would be a lie. I just walked in your front door.

It was unlocked?

It was unlocked. You know, for a big old mansion with a lot of important Greeks around here, I’d say your– your security is pretty shoddy.

What the hell are you doing here, Hattie?

Nice to see you, too.

Now, just tell me what you want.

All right. Well, I’m–I’m glad you asked because I’m here to…

[gasping] Apologize.

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[sighs] Just when I thought this new year couldn’t start out any worse.

[door slams]

Hey.

Hey.

How’s it going?

Oh, you know, it could be worse.

What’s wrong?

I’m assuming you haven’t seen Lady Whistleblower’s column today yet.

No. Should I?

Depends. Want your day ruined?

Oh, my god. What’s it say? Let me see. Doo, doo, doo, doo. Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. “Sex-on-a-stick?”

What? Not on your business card?

At least they’re talking about us, right? I mean, they say any publicity is good publicity.

Sure, as long as you don’t have to deal with the real-life part of this disaster.

Why? What do you mean?

I ran into Chanel this morning. As you could probably imagine, didn’t go well. She pretty much hates my guts.

[music playing]

Your first love?

Sweet Bits?

Oh. Ah, for a second, I thought you meant–

Your sister?

Yeah

Look, Allie has a boyfriend, in case you forgot. And at least at Sweet Bits, I won’t have to look at your lying face every day. And I won’t have to work side by side doing scenes with a home-wrecking slut like Joy Wesley.

Chanel.

What?

Wait. All right. Will you please just take a second and think about this? All right, you can’t quit the show. And you–and you can’t give up on us. The show needs you, and so do I.

Listen, Steph, if we don’t put an end the Lady Whistleblower’s reign of terror–

We’ll all be on permanent vacation? I know. And I won’t let that happen. I’m just sorry it’s gotten this far.

I just don’t understand why we’ve been targeted.

I don’t either. I went to Johnny and Chanel’s New Year’s Eve party, hoping to head off any new scandals. But this clearly goes deeper than that.

Yeah. Well, I wish I knew who this was.

I’m on it, Abe. That is why you and Kate brought me in.

Thank you. Thank you. I’d better head over to the office. I just hope there aren’t any new problems popping up today.

Hmm.

[chuckles] All right.

See you.

Take care.

How do you solve a problem like Lady Whistleblower? I know exactly where to start.

I knew it. You’re admitting to being Lady Whistleblower.

No.

I should scratch your lying eyes right out of your lying head.

Hey, hey, take it easy, Bon-Bon.

Don’t you call me Bon-Bon. Do you have any idea how much chaos that column has caused?

I’m going to tell you something. I am not Lady Whistleblower. And I’m not Lady Bountiful. I’m not even Lady and the Tramp, for that matter.

But you just said that you are–

No, no, no, no, no. I will tell you what I told Leo Stark. I did not write that column. Come on. Can you picture me sitting at a computer doing all that stuff, writing all those words?

You have a point. You don’t exactly have a way with words.

I’ll tell you what else I don’t have a way with. I’m not responsible for those tainted cupcakes.

Well, if you’re not responsible for the column and you didn’t send the cupcakes, what the hell are you apologizing for?

For trying to get my best friend fired.

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You’re seriously worried that Lady Whistleblower could get you fired from your novella?

It’s a soap opera.

Whatever. But does it even matter what she thinks?

Look, I stand by my stories. But I’ll be the first to admit not everything we’ve produced is Emmy-worthy.

Oh, so she’s a critic now?

Well, she’s using her criticism to try and ruin my life.

Isn’t Rafe looking into finding out who’s behind the column?

Yeah, he said he would investigate. But I haven’t heard back from him.

Well, I’m sure my cousin will get to the bottom of it soon.

I hope so. The only thing I know for sure is that that miserable Lady Whistleblower knock-off is– is not you. I just wish I had realized that before it was too late for us.

Leo–

Javi, look, I know that I’ve said this before, but I just want to reiterate how sorry I am that I accused you of going behind my back. I was paranoid because I’ve been burned so many times in my past relationships. You know, you get your heart broken enough times, and you start expecting to get hurt. But I should have recognized that you are different. I should have realized how lucky I was to have found you.

Well, you can stop feeling bad because it’s over. I’ve moved on, and you should, too.

Yeah, right. How are things with you and Kerry? Did you guys spend New Year’s Eve together?

No. Kerry was out of town for the holiday, visiting family.

Oh. And what about you? What did you do?

Well, Rafe and Gabi had dates. And so I went out by myself, but I decided to come home early.

That doesn’t sound like you.

I’m pretty new to Salem, and I don’t have a lot of friends right now.

Maybe I could be your friend.

Well, I’ll tell you it’s nice to see a friendly face to start off the new year.

Where are the kids?

Well, they’re supposed to be upstairs packing. But my guess is they’re probably playing with the souvenirs that they suckered me into getting them from Universal.

[chuckles] You are a softy when it comes to those two.

You know what? I’m not going to apologize for it, either. Do you want to go see them?

I will. But I need to talk to you about something important first.

Okay.

Chad, please, tell me who the hell Lady Whistleblower is before she gets Body & Soul” canceled.

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Look, obviously, Chanel is very upset right now, but–

You don’t say.

–just give it some time. It’ll get better.

How is it going to get better? I’ve ruined her marriage.

I would not say that. She and Johnny were having troubles way before you entered the picture.

Not like this. Not only does Chanel completely hate me now, but her husband is the director. How are the three of us going to continue working together?

Chanel, please. Okay, just–just take a little more time before you make a decision that you can’t take back.

I’m sorry. Am I interrupting?

No. Not at all. You are just in time.

Chanel.

Just in time for what?

For me to make this official.

Make what official?

My resignation. I am quitting “Body & Soul” effective immediately.

The hell you are.

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Look, you and I were going at it trying to– trying to be the star of that show, you know. And I really was trying to be the top diva.

Yeah, I know. Abe told me you said Pineview wasn’t big enough for the both of us.

Yeah, well, I guess he believed me because he ended up having me get shoved down the elevator shaft.

[laughter]

Poetic justice, I will say.

Yeah. I would say comeuppance. I’m wondering if you can find a way to forgive me.

Forgive you? Really? For trying to get me canned from the best job I ever had?

I know. I’m a cow. What can I say? But I’ve learned a lesson. I’ve learned an important lesson. I–I miss you, Bon-Bon.

I miss you, too. In fact, I miss getting to share this whole crazy ride with you.

Yeah, I can tell you something now. You’re so good on that show. You really are a star.

Lady Whistleblower doesn’t think so.

Well, she can just blow it up her whistle.

[laughter] Oh, Bon, you’re such a star.

Thanks for that. God, we really have had good times, haven’t we?

Yeah. Are you– are you thinking maybe you can forgive me?

Well, it is the new year. Maybe it’s time to let bygones go bye-bye and wipe the slate clean.

Oh, you mean that?

Of course, I do. Oh, hard-hearted Hattie, please, I could never stay mad at you.

Oh.

[laughter]

Oh! Oh!

Girlfriend.

Oh!

Don’t tell me you’re thinking about quitting the show.

Hell, no. I love working on “Body & Soul.”

Good.

I feel terrible about what happened with Johnny. I’m not going to give up my career over it.

Nor should you. I mean, that’s the great thing about starting a new year. It gives you the chance to figure out how you’re going to face it all.

What do you mean?

We all made mistakes last year, right? We’re certainly going to make more. But it’s like I told you before, you need to forgive yourself, move ahead, start fresh.

Yeah. Yeah, you’re right.

Yeah.

You’re right.

I know.

You’re right. No more feeling guilty and like I’m a bad person.

There you go.

This is a new year. I’m treating 2025 positively and head on. And you know what? Chanel can hate me all she wants. I’m done hating myself.

You are not leaving the show, Chanel. You signed a contract.

You’re not seriously going to sue your stepdaughter for breach of contract?

No, no, no, no. Of course not. I–Chanel, I am– I’m sympathetic to what you’re going through.

Okay. So why are you making me stay?

I’m not making you do anything. It’s–Chanel, you are one half of our most popular couple.

Okay, so recast me. They do it all the time on soap operas, right?

Yeah.

I remember I was watching one of Big Mama’s stories. And this lady, Babe, she went in for a hug and she came out a completely different person.

Well, that doesn’t happen these days. Have you checked out Soap Twitter recently?

We try to avoid it.

Well, let me tell you something. They are going to rip this show to shreds the minute we announce you’re leaving.

Yeah, if Lady Whistleblower doesn’t beat them to it.

Well, she just might.

Okay, well, I really hope that that doesn’t happen. But, Abe, I am sorry, but I just can’t do this anymore.

Chanel, you don’t have to quit the show to get away from me, okay?

Oh, no? Well, can you think of a better solution?

Yeah. I’ll quit.

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I’m sorry, Steph, but I can’t reveal Lady Whistleblower’s identity.

You can’t or you won’t?

A little of both. I mean, I honestly don’t know who Lady Whistleblower is. And if they want to remain anonymous, then “The Spectator” has to respect their wishes.

Even though this person is hell bent on destroying “Body & Soul,” a show which you’re an investor in?

Well, that’s even more reason to be evenhanded. Don’t you think you’re–you’re overexaggerating just a little?

Have you seen today’s column? It is a vicious hit piece.

One newspaper column isn’t going to bring down an entire production.

Ever heard of Hedda Hopper? Chad, your newspaper is leaking spoilers, not to mention personally attacking our cast and crew, including me.

And I definitely don’t approve of that. But I can’t censor them.

But as publisher, your name is on the masthead. You control what kind of content you put out there.

I don’t want you or Abe or Kate or “Body & Soul” to suffer. But at the end of the day, I’m going to back my columnists.

Yeah? What about your friends?

I know you said you didn’t want to have anything to do with me, but right now I could really use one less person in this town hating me.

I don’t hate you, Leo.

You don’t?

No. I’m not saying that I seriously wasn’t pissed at you for calling me a thief and a liar. But I’m over that now.

You are?

I am. And when you stopped me just now, I was pretty glad to see you.

You were?

I was.

So then maybe we can be friends.

I’d like that.

So would I. I mean, yeah, that’s great. So, I don’t know, do we shake on it or something?

What, shake on it? What are we, a couple of straight white dudes in business suits?

[laughter]

I guess so.

Sure. Why not?

Well, well, well. What have we here?

Well, now that we’ve buried the ol’ hatcheroo, I have an idea.

Ooh, you want to go tie one on at the Bistro?

[chuckles] It is a little early for that, don’t you think?

Early for either one of us? What?

Well, I’m a respectable woman now, don’t you know? And I have to be aware of the paparazzi these days, so.

So what do you want to do?

I was thinking maybe we’d go talk to Leo Stark and see about getting you back on the show.

Oh, but I’m dead.

[laughs] Honey, it’s a soap opera. Nobody really stays dead.

Well, and nobody stays dead in Salem, unless they do.

True. Listen, when you stormed off the set, Leo had me lie under a sheet on a gurney pretending to be dead Charlemagne while Dr. Blake Lamoray was on the phone plotting her resurrection.

Really?

Really. That little scamp wanted to make sure he had a plausible way to resurrect you one day.

Well, I think this would be a very good day.

And I couldn’t agree with you more. So let’s go stalk Stark, shall we?

[giggling]

Kerry, you’re home.

And you’re sweaty.

Sorry, I just left the gym.

I don’t mind. I kind of like you sweaty.

So when did you get back?

Just a little while ago. Didn’t you see my text?

Sorry, I wasn’t checking.

You were busy, huh?

No. Leo and I just ran into each other.

You looked pretty chummy, considering he accused you of being a spy.

No. We decided to put that behind us.

Have you?

Yeah, Javi was gracious enough to give me another shot at being his friend. I hope you’re okay with that.

Why wouldn’t I be?

I don’t know. Just checking.

I’m starving. I haven’t eaten since I got on the plane. You want to grab some lunch?

Why don’t we go back to the house? I’ll shower, and then I can make us something to eat.

Sounds good to me.

I’ll see you around, friend.

Mm-hmm. See ya. Friend.

Look, Steph, I want to help you, but we have policies in place to protect our employees.

This isn’t some First Amendment issue, Chad. And you’re not protecting a source. You’re enabling a gossipmonger who is using your platform to spread malicious, agenda-driven content for the purpose of damaging your friends.

Whoa, those are very big PR words.

How else do you explain this vendetta?

It’s not exactly a vendetta. Look, Lady Whistleblower is in the business of attracting readers. And right now, “Body & Soul” is getting a lot of attention. So–

This is exactly what is wrong with the media today– it’s clicks over substance. If Lady Whistleblower truly stood by the articles that they publish, why not do it under their own name?

Okay. Well, that’s a good argument.

Okay. So does this mean you’re going to get me the info on Lady Whistleblower’s identity?

I’ll see what I can do.

[sighs] I don’t– I don’t know. I don’t know which is worse– losing my young star or my star director? Are you all trying to kill me?

You’re not losing your star, Abe. I’m the only one who’s going to quit.

I didn’t ask you to do that.

You didn’t have to. It just makes sense. Look, Abe, you’re going to be able to find other directors. The fans aren’t even going to notice. All right, but there’s only one Faith. And that’s Chanel.

Yeah, well, what about Joy?

What about her?

Don’t you get it, Johnny? You leaving only solves half the problem. I would still be forced to work with the woman who hooked up with my husband and then lied to my face about it. So you can keep your little noble sacrifice and keep your directing job. I am done with “Body & Soul.”

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Nice try.

So what are you in the mood for? Maybe a salad. I can make some eggs.

Whatever you feel like making. Doesn’t matter.

Are you okay?

Of course.

Because you seem–

I’m fine.

Are you sure? Because you’re acting like–

Why do you want to be friends with him?

Sorry?

Leo Stark. Why do you want to be friends with a guy like that?

I don’t know. Maybe because it’s a new year, and everybody deserves a second chance.

[knock on the door]

I’m writing.

[banging on the door]

[sighs] Bonnie?

And Hattie.

What are you two doing here? And why are you together?

We made up.

You did?

We did. I told her that I was sorry for playing Joan Crawford to her Bette Davis.

And I forgave her, especially since it was kind of sort of my fault, too.

Yeah. And I forgave her. So we’re good.

Well, that is so great. Congrats. I have to get back to work now.

Not so fast. See, now that we’re BFFs again, you’re going to have to write Charlemagne back on the show.

You realize that’s not only my decision to make, right?

Of course, we do. But we figured if we got the head writer on board, it shouldn’t be too hard to convince the suits.

You two are lucky. You caught me in a semi-good headspace. I’m in the mood to mend fences today.

Then you’ll do it?

Hold that thought.

What is that?

This, my friends, is the Bible.

Doesn’t look like any Bible I’ve ever seen.

Not the Holy Bible, dum-dum. This is the “Body & Soul” story Bible. both: Oh!

Don’t call me dum-dum. What do you–what do you mean to do with that?

I need you to swear on it.

What?

I need to know that I can trust you. So place your hand on the Bible and swear on it. Good. Now repeat after me. I, Hattie Adams–

I, Hattie Adams–

–swear to the Creator of Pork Rinds that I am not Lady Fricking Whistleblower.

–swear to the Creator of Pork Rinds, that although I love and adore them, they do tend to bloat me, that I am not Lady Whistleblower.

Okay, that works for me. So, pending Abe and Kate’s approval, I shall write you back to life. Welcome back to the show, Charlemagne.

Oh!

You’re back!

I’m back!

Okay.

[laughter]

All right.

Mm, I am glad to hear that you took my advice, and now you’re not going to, you know, beat yourself up anymore.

Just like a man to take credit for a woman’s journey of self-acceptance.

Busted.

I’m kidding. Your advice really helped.

Good. I’m glad. You’re welcome.

All right, well, I better get back to my room. I have a ton of lines to learn tomorrow, so.

Well, I will see you on set. Mm-hmm. Bye.

[light music playing] * * Hi.

Hey.

Are you okay?

I think you know the answer to that.

Chanel, listen, let me just say I didn’t say anything about Joy and Johnny because I didn’t want you to get hurt.

Yeah, well, a lot of good that did.

I’m sorry. Are you and Johnny–

My marriage, it’s over, and so is my career.

Career?

I quit “Body & Soul.” And I know that it was the right thing to do, but, well, I’m going to miss it, all of it.

[sobs]

[crying]

I get it, all right? I understand that Chanel is upset. I just–I hate– I hate that she quit the show.

Not as much as I do.

Abe, I’m really sorry for any trouble that this is going to cause you and Kate, and for Leo, too, if he has to figure out a way to write out Faith.

Lady Whistleblower is going to be like a shark smelling blood in the water.

Yeah.

You know, I just pray that Stephanie can unmask who this person is before “Body & Soul” fades to black for good.

Okay, let’s see. It says that we’re paying Lady Whistleblower directly into an account under the name Lady Whistleblower LLC.

So no personal paystubs.

Here’s a routing number for the bank where the paychecks are being wired to.

Spaulding-Lewis Bank & Trust.

Rochester, New York.

So whoever this Lady Whistleblower is, they have connections to Rochester.

Can we not talk about Leo?

Gladly.

Good. So I’m going to go shower, and then we can eat. And I want to hear all about your time in Rochester with your charming family.

Sounds like a plan.

[phone chimes]

“I hope you all enjoyed the latest tea “our Fair Whistleblower brewed up “about the hot mess at “Body & Soul,” but I’m just getting started.”

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[tense music]

[phone ringing]

[phone line trilling]

[phone ringing]

[Rafe straining softly]

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[sighs] Good morning, Counselor. Or should I call you Madam DA?

Look, EJ, we didn’t really get much of a chance to talk last night, and–

Oh, you mean when you dropped that bombshell that you stole my job? What else is there to say?

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[sighs] Happy New Year, Leonardo. Yet another one spent all by your lonesome. No zaddies, no silver foxes.

[inhales deeply] No French twinks named Maxime blowing plumes of smoke out of a slightly open window saying…

[French accent]

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“Cheri,zees was merveilleux, but I must head back to Marseilles.”

[sighs]

[normally] Well, at least I’m not hungover. Although maybe that wouldn’t be such a bad thing.

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[notification chimes]

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Oh, no. “Good morning, dear readers, Lady Whistleblower here, “AKA–ha! “Almost had you there, didn’t I? “That’s one scoop you’ll never hear from me. “And by the by, my sources tell me “the mystery of my identity “is driving ‘Body & Soul’ head writer, Leo Stark– “well, Stark raving mad. “I wonder what could be in store for Mr. Stark “in the New Year? “In 2024, he lost his man. In 2025, will he lose his job, too?”

[sighs]

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You know, I usually don’t steal shampoos and conditioners unless I’m checking out of a fancy hotel. But consider this payment, prima, for making me hand-wash your car three times this week.

[notification chimes]

[chuckles] The Lady Whistleblower’s latest. “All the hot goss, ‘Body & Soul’ edition.”

[chuckles]

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[phone ringing]

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[soft upbeat music]

Hello.

Chanel. Hey, I–I, uh… wasn’t sure you’d answer.

Why wouldn’t I answer? Oh, I know because I don’t have anything to say to you.

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[phone beeps]

[phone beeps]

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You, on the other hand…

Me?

Oh, yes. I have plenty to say to you. You, who pretended to be my friend, who lied to me for months, and ruined my marriage. How the hell do you live with yourself?

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

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[soft somber music]

Johnny, I wasn’t expecting to see you today.

Yeah, well, you just missed Abe. He, uh, he had the same thought.

Oh, well, in any case, happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

Mm. I had the worst case of writer’s block this morning. But rather than stare into the abyss of that blank screen, I decided to eat a quart of butter pecan ice cream, binge-watch however many seasons there were of “30 Rock,” after which I came across Lady You-Know-Who’s latest column.

[Leo sighs and groans] Which lit quite a fire under my tush. So I thought I would vacate to a quiet locale where I could write a new and very brilliant storyline, one that that shady bitch had better not spoil.

Well, uh, you know, if you want me to get out of your hair–

No, no, no. Actually, I just had a germ of an idea that I would love to run past you.

OK, shoot.

Picture this: Regan and Faith are trapped together in some cave. It’s–it’s weird, it’s kind of gross, they are thirsty, they’re hallucinating, their mental faculties are slipping away while they both fight to get back to, drum roll, please, the man they both love. What do you think?

Not going to work. Definitely not.

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[quirky dramatic music]

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[soft somber music]

So I assume Johnny told you about–

Oh, yes, he did.

OK. Then you know that we didn’t–

Actually sleep together? Yeah, yeah, that’s what he said.

It’s the truth. Chanel, I swear he stopped it before anything could actually happen. You know why? Because he loves you. Like crazy. So–

[sighs] Do you think there’s any way you could possibly forgive him?

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[tense music]

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EJ, I just want you to know that I did not pursue this position. Jada asked me to take it.

You didn’t have to say yes.

No, I didn’t.

But who am I to judge? You don’t owe me your allegiance. The mayor, on the other hand, and the police commissioner– well, the word “betrayal” comes to mind.

Maybe you should look at this another way.

What other way? Those women conspired against me.

Nobody conspired against you, EJ, OK? Mayor Price was just making a change, that’s it. And you know what? You’re going to land on your feet like you always do. So maybe you should just accept the situation with a little bit of grace and forget about all the revenge and retribution.

Revenge and retribution? Me?

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[tense music]

Tell me, Belle, what could I possibly do to the mayor or to Jada Hunter?

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[phone ringing]

[phone ringing]

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[phone line trilling]

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Come on, pick up.

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[suspenseful music]

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[phone ringing]

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Hello? Rafe?

[muffled shouting]

You don’t think it’s going to work? Come on! Two rivals stuck together, nose-to-nose, dying to pull each other’s hair out.

Joy and Chanel aren’t gonna do it.

What? Why not?

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[quirky suspenseful music]

Because of me.

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OK, first of all, it is none of your damn business whether or not I forgive Johnny.

No, it’s not. But I care about you both. And look, the only reason any of this even happened was because of the misunderstanding between you and Alex–

“Misunderstanding.” Is that what Johnny’s calling it now?

You know the only reason he ended up back in my room that night–

Is because he was an idiot. He should have known that there was no way that I would ever be unfaithful to him. He should have had faith in me and in our relationship. And if there was any kind of misunderstanding, then he should have come to me and asked me about it.

But he wanted–

But he didn’t behave like a sane adult. Instead, he decided that the best way to tend to his bruised ego would be to hop in a bed with another woman and then lie to me about it over and over again, just like you did!

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[somber music]

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Oh, Mom.

Hello, my darling. Happy New Year.

[chuckles] Look at you. I just got up, and you’ve already done a full-body workout.

I have. Well, in fact, I’ve got a new trainer, and she’s got me doing the, the HIIT, H-I-I-T training.

Ah, well, very impressive. So how was last night? Did you watch the ball drop?

Have you met me?

[Belle chuckles] I was in bed by 10:30. How was your New Year?

It was good. I was at the DiMeras’.

Really? Why?

Oh, Johnny and Chanel, they just threw a little impromptu gathering.

Huh? And I wasn’t invited?

[Belle chuckles] What?

Be glad you weren’t. It was a very strange, little party.

Oh. Sit by me. Tell me everything.

Oh, well, they first ran out of food, and then the host just disappeared. And then, of course, for me, it was very awkward, but.

Oh, because of EJ?

Uh, yes, but not for the reason you think. Paulina fired him yesterday and gave me his job.

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[tense music]

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[muffled shouting]

Here, I brought you–

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– Hello?

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Rafe, tell me where you are.

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[phone beeps] Rafe? Hello?

Damn. Must have fallen out of my pocket when I dragged you down here. It looks like I got here just in time. Oh, and happy New Year to you, too. I would have been down here sooner, but Johnny and Chanel threw a last-minute New Year’s Eve party. Catered by Brady Pub, unfortunately. And Arnold ate all the appetizers, so I’m afraid you’re going to have to settle for eggs and toast. Not a fan? Well, don’t look at me like that. If there’s one person you should be directing your ire at, it’s Arnold Feniger. If he hadn’t taken it upon himself to, like, tell you absolutely everything I didn’t want you to hear, then I wouldn’t have had to drag you down here in the first place.

[Rafe snarls] Oh, just OK, enough. Enough, enough with the theatrics, all right? It’s meal time.

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Now, there’s no point in screaming because no one’s going to be able to hear you. OK? Open up. Here we go.

Help! Help me! Somebody help me!

[EJ sighs] Please!

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Happy New Year,

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mi amor.

Same to you.

Mm. This is going to be our year. I can feel it. I am off to the gym, but feel free to try some of my famous pancakes.

Thanks.

Hey, is everything OK?

I hope so. Rafe is away on a case for Black Patch.

Really? But I thought that you were with him last night for New Year’s Eve.

I was. But then suddenly, this case came up and he had to leave. Anyway, I just tried calling him right now, and it sounded like he picked up. But he didn’t say anything. It was just like these muffled sounds. It almost sounded like humming. And then the call just dropped.

Well, maybe you had a bad connection. Why don’t you try calling him again?

Good idea.

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– This is Rafe Fernandez.

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I can’t get to my–

Damn, now it’s going straight to voicemail.

[sighs]

Why weren’t you up-front with me from the beginning, Joy? I mean, I–I–I befriended you. I invited you into my home. I tried to look out for you. And you know why? Because I know what it’s like to be the new girl in town, to have a mom who thinks that all you ever do is screw up.

I didn’t ask you to look out for me. Chanel, you have been so kind to me. And I appreciate that more than you even know. But I just–

What? So you just thought it would be easier to keep lying to my face than to admit that you climbed into bed with my husband?

No, that’s not– I didn’t–I didn’t lie to you.

No? Well, you sure as hell didn’t tell me the truth. God. You even–you let me keep inviting you over.

You wouldn’t take no for an answer.

Yeah, and you came up with a million and one excuses. And now I know why.

Chanel.

[laughing] I don’t–I don’t–

You let me make a fool of myself over and over again.

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[soft somber music]

Chanel, I’m sorry.

No, you’re not. You’re only sorry that you were found out. You know what Johnny told me? He told me that you were afraid that you were going to lose your job at “Body & Soul,” that poor Joy feared that she, aww, she wouldn’t be on TV anymore. So to protect your job, you betrayed a friend. That says a lot about your character.

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You hooked up with Joy?

Look, Leo, I’m only telling you this because it’s already kind of out there. And I think you should know that Faith and Regan together in an enclosed space is–

That would be like two gladiators circling each other in the Roman Colosseum, the sexy but somewhat inbred emperor looking on in amazement. OK, OK, Johnny, look, I get it. And I don’t mean to pry. OK, of course, I mean to pry. But how could this have happened? You and Chanel are the epitome of a happy couple.

I don’t know. You know, I thought so, too. This thing with Joy, it happened before she was cast. Before I even knew who she was. When I stupidly thought that Chanel was cheating on me with Alex.

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So you only slept with Joy that one time then?

Well, actually, I didn’t– didn’t sleep with her. I stopped it before it got that far.

Oh, so you didn’t– there was no– well, then, is it technically even cheating?

Doesn’t matter. All right? I was half-naked with some other woman on top of a bed and then I lied about it for weeks to Chanel. When she found out last night, she was livid. She walked out. If I–if I had just, I don’t know, talked to her instead of accusing her of something she didn’t even do, I don’t know–

[sighs] Yeah. I understand how that can happen.

You do?

Yeah, the same thing just happened to me.

Rafe, honey, call me when you get this, OK? I love you.

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Girl, we have to do something about the perturbed expression on that beautiful face of yours. I’m sure Rafael is fine.

I just wish I could talk to him.

You will. He’ll call soon. You’ll see.

Mm.

So how are the wedding plans coming?

They’re coming along, actually. Rafe and I decided to get married on his birthday.

Stop!

Mm-hmm.

Wait, isn’t that at the end of the month? It’s so soon.

Yeah. Well, you know, we’ve both been married before, so we just figured we’d throw something together… modest, you know?

Did she just say modest?

Mm-hmm.

Jada, sweetie, in our culture, a wedding is an excuse to wear the biggest veil and the biggest train and party for days.

[chuckles] You can’t just slap something together. That’s why you need a fun-loving visionary to step in.

[chuckles] Thanks, Javi, but really–

No, please. Just let Javi take care of it. And you told me that you had a not-so-good experience in your last marriage, so this time, you’re going to get it right from the jump.

Javi, really–

No, ah, ah, ah, ah, ah.

Rafael is my

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primo, and you will soon be my… prima-in-law or whatever.

[laughter] And I know how busy you are being commish and he’s doing his PI thing, so fear not. With me at the helm, you will not have to lift a finger.

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[tense music]

[Jada chuckles]

Help me! Help!

[EJ sighs]

[Rafe sighs]

Are you through? I told you you’re wasting your breath.

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Then why bother gagging me if no one could hear me, EJ?

Well, failsafe for one, as well as the, you know, psychological factor.

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You son of a bitch. Untie me. Now!

I can’t do that. You know too much.

Why? Because… I know that you faked Arnold Feniger’s death, that you shipped him out of the country before he could testify against you?

[sighs] Well, not to put too fine a point on it, but yes. Look, I had no idea the man was just going to show up in Salem. I was trying to get rid of him when you snuck into my home after I expressly told you to leave. Had you listened to me, I would have paid this Feniger fellow off to go crawl back under his rock. But when I walked in and found you knocked out, I had no other choice but to stash you down here.

You are blaming this on me? It’s my fault that you had to kidnap me?

You trespassed onto my property.

Oh, you are making a big mistake, DiMera. Need I remind you that my fiancée is the police commissioner? I’m sure she’s searching for me as we speak.

Actually, I know that she isn’t.

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So you’re the–

The new DA, yep.

[laughter]

Oh, that’s wonderful news. I’m so pleased. I’m so happy. And not just because it’s well-deserved and a great accomplishment, but because it means you’ll– well, you’ll be in Salem for a lot longer now. But–

But?

It does mean that, um– Honey, how is EJ taking it?

Oh, well–

[chuckles] Yeah, things are going to be uncomfortable between us more so than they already are. But at least, I won’t be bumping into him every day.

[Belle chuckles]

Yeah. Well, that’s good news. The other news is that you’ll be seeing a lot of Shawn.

Yes, that’s true. And we have talked about it. And although he was very supportive, yeah, I’m worried about working in such close proximity with him. I mean, when we split up, I thought we were going to be on different continents. I didn’t think I was going to see his face every single day.

[knock at door] I’ll get it.

Oh.

[Belle clears throat]

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[soft dramatic music]

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Hey.

Hey.

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[soft suspenseful music]

Uh, may I?

Oh, of course.

[chuckles]

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Happy New Year, Shawn. It’s nice to see you.

It’s nice to see you, too, Marlena. I’m sorry for dropping in on New Year’s Day, but the reason why I’m here is– well, I know that you haven’t officially started doing a job yet. But I’m pretty sure that when you show up at the office tomorrow, you are going to have a stack of cases on your desk. And if I know you, I know you’re going to want to hit the ground running.

What are these?

Just a few cases that EJ declined to prosecute. A slam dunk, open and shut. And I think you need to revisit them.

Wow, that is amazing. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it.

Yeah, well, I appreciate having a DA that’s looking out for the good people of Salem. Not just himself.

Damn you, EJ. Jada has no idea I’m missing because you replaced me with Arnold. Just like you did last time, huh?

Ding, ding, ding.

You son of a bitch! You son of a bitch. I swear, if he lays a hand on her–

Oh, calm down. He’ll do no such thing. Though… he did briefly step in last night.

Last night? New Year’s? Oh, he didn’t.

Kiss her at midnight? Of course, he did. It’s de rigueur when the ball drops, as you well know, to kiss one’s date. But I intervened before anything further could happen.

I swear I could kill you both with my bare hands. Where’s Feniger now?

[sighs] I’ve dispatched him to a motel to lie low while I clean up this mess.

Wait a minute. If he is lying low, where does Jada think that I am now?

She thinks you’re attending to an urgent matter for Black Patch.

What about when she talks to Steve and finds out that it’s all a bunch of BS?

She won’t.

Oh, yeah? Are you sure about that? Because from where I’m sitting, it looks like you don’t have that many options. I mean, you can’t keep me down here forever, EJ.

Mm, I don’t know. I could set up an air conditioning unit down here, and it could make for quite the, uh, cozy summer getaway.

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[suspenseful music]

OK, I’ll tell you what. I will make you a deal.

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Ooh, a deal.

Yeah, I deal. You and I… you and I can work together to take down Feniger. And we will take him down for good this time.

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Aw, that is so kind of you, Javi.

Well, you are going to be family. And especially since you’re going to be wearing my mom’s ring, we’re not having some half-assed ceremony.

You know, I still feel a little self-conscious, you know, having your mom’s ring.

Well, stop it. I already told you it looks amazing on you. Besides, it wouldn’t fit on my future fiancé’s finger. If I ever have one.

Oh, come on. You don’t want to get married?

I obviously love weddings. I’m just starting to feel like it isn’t in the cards for me.

Mm.

But aren’t you– aren’t you seeing that one guy? Uh, Kerry? What’s his last name?

Youmans.

Mm-hmm.

Yeah, and he’s great. He’s gorgeous and successful. He’s a real family man, too. I spent the holidays with them and everything.

But?

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I’m not sure if he’s the one.

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– So you accuse this Javi of being Lady Whistleblower and it turns out that he’s not?

Yes, and now the real– well, the imposter Lady Whistleblower is still out there typing away on her keyboard, torturing me. Meanwhile, Javi wants nothing to do with me.

Sorry. It sucks.

Yeah, it does.

[Leo sighs]

I assume you’ve tried saying sorry?

Have I tried saying– I have been groveling up a storm, Johnny, but he does not want to accept my apology. No way, no how. It’s all moot now anyway because he’s seeing somebody else. Not that that’s going to happen to you and Chanel.

[Johnny sighs]

Honestly, man, in this moment, I’m not very optimistic.

Chanel, will you listen to me, please. It wasn’t just about the job.

No? Then what was it about?

Well… nobody knew me here except as Nancy Wesley’s daughter or Chloe Lane’s sister. I didn’t want my first impression to be happy home-wrecker. And my mother would have absolutely killed me, for one thing, so.

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[somber music]

[Chanel sighs]

I have definitely done my share of stupid things.

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But I thought I was your friend. And that is not how you treat a friend.

No. No, it’s not. And that makes it so much worse. I–I really like you, Chanel. And I think you’re a great person. If I had known Johnny was your husband, none of this would have–

But you knew he was married. And that didn’t stop you?

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You’re right.

[chuckles] I knew that he was somebody’s husband, and… that’s why there’s no excuse for what I did.

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Honestly, maybe it’s not even too late to–

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Never mind.

What, too late to what? Say it.

To take the money that Johnny’s dad offered me so that I would leave town.

EJ did what?

EJ knew about this, too?

Chanel, he didn’t know.

Enough with the lies. My father-in-law, he tried to bribe you. He offered you a big, fat check so that you could leave town, didn’t he?

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[soft somber music]

I should have gone.

I wish you never came in the first place!

Me, too. Chanel, I am so sorry.

Yeah, you know, you know, everybody, they keep saying that, and somehow, it doesn’t make it feel any better. My advice to you, take the money and pretend like this conversation never happened. You are not a good person, Joy. And I hope I never see you again.

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[tense music]

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– Johnny, come on. Chanel is going to forgive you eventually. She loves you.

I don’t know, Leo.

I do. And look, until you guys work things out, you know, nice bottle of wine, some good make-up sex, all that fun stuff, I will do my best to keep Chanel and Joy apart as best I can.

Thank you. Seriously, thank you. And I’m sorry if that means you got to, you know, come up with a new story.

Uh, new story.

[Leo inhales deeply] Mm, new story, new story, new story. Oh, boy. Ugh. Ugh. You know what? I am going to need a more serious infusion of caffeine to make that happen. Would you like anything from the coffee cart?

No, I’m good. Thanks.

All right. Hang in there, yeah?

Yeah, you too.

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[somber music]

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[sighs]

So what makes you say that Kerry might not be the one?

I don’t know. I mean, is anyone really the one? Maybe I’m just in a bad mood because I had a lame New Year’s Eve and I just need to get my endorphins flowing. Oh, God. I hope I don’t run into Leo at the gym.

Look, I know Rafe and Gabi are not Leo’s biggest fans, and he’s not my favorite person, either.

He sure as hell not mine either.

[scoffs] I don’t know what I ever saw in him. What? I was only into him for, like, a second.

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[soft dramatic music]

OK, fine, I was smitten. And yes, I thought that we were compatible. Until he ruined it.

He did apologize, though. No?

It’s just– it’s too little, too late. We are done-zo for good. Definitely for good.

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So how come you’re working the holiday?

Well, Jada offered to give me the day off, but I had nothing to do, so I volunteered.

Mm. Well, I see that one of these is your collar, so I promise I’ll do everything I can to make the charges stick.

I trust you’ll make us both look good. Well, I’ve intruded on your family time long enough, so, um, I should get going.

Shawn, I hope you know that you will always be part of our family.

Thank you for saying that, Marlena.

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[somber music]

Well, I should go. Happy New Year, both of you.

You too.

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[Belle sighs]

Oh, my goodness. Let me just say that you both handled that very well, very professional.

Thank you.

I’m proud of you.

Thank you.

And it seems as though Shawn is pleased that you’ll be the new DA.

I think it’s more that he’s relieved that EJ isn’t, but.

I think a lot of people will feel that way.

Except for EJ.

[laughs]

Honey, you’re going to be a great DA. And I, I am– I’m sure that you will give EJ a wide berth.

Oh, I know how to handle EJ. I know him pretty well.

I know you do.

OK, you don’t have to remind me that I’ve had a little thing with him in the past or that Sami wanted to murder me because of it. None of that is going to happen again.

I just want you to be careful.

I will. I promise.

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[tense music]

Think about it, EJ. You don’t want this Feniger guy around either, right? So you and I, we can work together to put him away.

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EJ, I promise you, I will not say anything about your part in this. All I want is to go home. To go home and to get this Feniger son of a bitch off of the streets. EJ, you have my word. And my word means something. You can trust me.

[EJ sighs]

[EJ pats hands]

[inhales deeply] Maybe I can trust you, but I can’t trust Feniger.

Oh, my god.

Even if you keep my name out of it, you think he will? Your fiancée has already gotten me fired.

Wait, what?

[sighs] Jada somehow convinced Mayor Price to replace me with Belle. So I have my doubts that Jada won’t take the first opportunity to put yours truly away.

No, EJ, she will not say anything. Really, I–I will talk to her.

[laughs] Oh, OK. What are you going to say? “Darling, please, please do not put this man in jail. Pretty please, with sugar on top?” We both know that woman has a mind of her own.

EJ, I am telling you she won’t.

I’m sorry, I’m sorry. But you’re going to have to stay put until I can figure out exactly what I’m to do with you. Now, in the meantime, I am sure that you are absolutely famished.

[EJ clears throat] So.. here comes the aeroplane.

[EJ imitating airplane] Come on.

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[somber music]

Hey. Hey, Chanel. I–

I know that I said earlier that I have nothing to say to you, but I realized I do have something to say to you.

Of course. What is it?

I quit.

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Joy. Hello. You are just the person I was hoping to run into. I wanted to give you a heads-up about some pink pages coming your way for tomorrow’s show.

Pink pages?

Yeah, I had to write you out of a couple of scenes. The ones with Chanel, to be precise.

Great, so I guess that means that you–

Heard what happened? Yep. Johnny filled me in. It’s too bad that we can’t, you know, harness that animus on screen.

Leo, you don’t think this is going to end up in Lady Whistleblower’s column, do you?

Oh.

[sputters] No, not if I have anything to say about it.

In other words, yes.

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[Rafe grunts]

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[tense music]

[Rafe sighs]

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Rafe, honey,

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call me when you get this, OK?

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I love you.

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[phone beeps]

Voicemail deleted.

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That ought to shut her up for a while.

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Hey, commish.

Hey.

Everything OK?

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I just got this text from Rafe. Well, allegedly from Rafe.

What do you mean?

I just don’t know. I just have this really weird feeling that it’s not really from him.

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[breathing heavily] Alex.

[dramatic music]

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[gasping]

[grunts] Happy New Year, Steph.

[sighs]

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Hi.

Hey.

[inhales sharply]

[clears throat]

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This is a little awkward.

It is. But the bright side… at least you’re not married.

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[chuckles]

[laughs]

Hey, Abe.

Johnny.

Wasn’t expecting to see anybody here on New Year’s Day.

[chuckles] Producer’s work is never done. But shouldn’t you be at home, sleeping in with your wife?

I should, yeah. Problem is, Chanel is gone.

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[yawns]

Oh, Chanel! Where’d you come from?

Oh, the guest room. I came in late last night. I thought you wouldn’t mind if I crashed here.

Oh, no, of course not, baby. But why aren’t you at home with your husband?

Because I left him.

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[sighs]

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

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You left Johnny? Well, why– why on earth would you do that? What happened?

What didn’t?

Well, I know you two, you went through a rough patch back when because he stupidly thought that you were sleeping with Alex Kiriakis. You know, I still don’t understand how that boy could even believe that for a second. But I thought you got past that.

Oh, yeah. Yeah, I forgave him for thinking that I cheated on him, only to find out that he cheated on me.

[dramatic music]

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You cheated on Chanel?

Yes, I did. I feel awful about it.

As well you should.

Yeah, I know, especially because–

Especially because what?

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Look, Abe, you’re gonna be even more upset with me when I tell you who I cheated on her with.

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No, definitely not married.

[chuckles]

So no worries there. You don’t have to feel guilty.

Are you sure about that?

Why wouldn’t I be?

I don’t know, I guess I’m just… wondering if there’s still something going on between you and Stephanie, if I’m stepping on that.

[sighs]

Hey, happy New Year to you too. Did you–did you sleep OK?

Yeah, like a rock.

Mm.

Must have been all that champagne.

That’ll do it.

Guess it didn’t work for you, though, the way you were tossing and turning just now.

I was?

Yeah, you were. Seemed like you were having a pretty intense dream.

Huh. Well, you know, I don’t remember what it was about. You know how dreams disappear the second you wake up. What? Why are you looking at me like that?

I just wonder if you actually do remember the dream but don’t want to, you know, hurt my feelings by admitting that it was about Alex.

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[dramatic music]

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Hey.

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Hey.

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Glad I stayed.

I’m glad you did too.

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[item shatters] What the hell was that?

Johnny cheated on you? What–Chanel, what are you talking about? When did this happen?

When he thought that I had slept with Alex.

Before you set him straight?

Right, but I guess, at that point, he thought that he was getting his revenge.

Oh, wait, wait. So you’re telling me he decided to get back at you for something you didn’t even do?

Pretty much.

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So, what, he just– he just pulled the first girl he saw into bed with him?

Pretty much.

Did he at least know her name? I mean, who is this home-wrecking hussy?

Joy Wesley.

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Joy Wesley. You cheated on Chanel with an actress from our show?

No, she wasn’t on the show yet, OK? You and Kate hadn’t even cast her. She hadn’t even auditioned. She was a complete stranger. I had no idea she was gonna have any ties to “Body & Soul.”

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Look, I understand that that doesn’t necessarily help my case. I just–I wanted to make it very clear that I did not use my position to take advantage of a cast member, all right? It was just a terrible, completely random coincidence.

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Since you’re the executive producer, I thought it was important that you know that.

[sighs] Look, Johnny… I appreciate your honesty. And I– I don’t think this would be an issue for HR unless this is still going on.

No, no. God, no. No, you don’t have to worry about that. It is completely over.

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I’m just worried that my marriage is over too.

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You are not stepping on anything between Stephanie and me.

Are you sure?

I’m definitely sure. [sighs] There hasn’t been anything between us in a long time, and we haven’t seen each other in a long time.

I know, but that wasn’t really your choice, was it? That was about everything happening on set and Kate’s concerns for the optics of a PR rep sleeping with an actor.

Yeah, that was definitely part of it. But there was a lot of other things that went down between Stephanie and me. But that doesn’t matter anymore because she’s actually seeing my cousin Philip.

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[sighs]

Dreaming about Alex? What do you mean? What, was I talking in my sleep?

If you were, I didn’t hear you, since I was asleep myself for most of it.

Oh, right.

It was just a hunch, actually.

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OK. You were right. I was dreaming about Alex.

[sighs] And I’m guessing you weren’t playing tiddlywinks.

No.

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Well, I made a huge mistake in staying over.

No, Philip. Philip, what? No.

I thought I could help you get over Alex. But I was wrong, ’cause I failed.

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[sighs]

[sighs] Philip, please, can we just talk about this?

There’s nothing to talk about. You’re obviously still hung up on Alex.

[dramatic music]

Just because I dreamed about him?

Oh, come on, Steph. It’s pretty apparent you’re not over the guy…

[sighs]

Even just by the look on your face whenever his name comes up. And I’m realizing more and more, especially after last night, how genuinely interested I am in you.

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Then why are you leaving?

Because I need to get over it–over you.

Philip, I’m–I’m–

Let me finish. For me, last night wasn’t just some fun little romp for old times’ sake.

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I want a relationship with you, Stephanie.

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So if you don’t want the same thing, I think we should just cut our losses and end this before it’s too late.

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So Stephanie is dating Philip. I get the sense you’re not too thrilled about that.

Mm, I’m fine with it.

Mm-hmm.

Mm. Not like it was a big surprise or anything. Philip had been seeing Stephanie before I even met Stephanie, and they were actually engaged at one point.

Seriously?

Mm-hmm, yup. And now Philip is trying his best to rekindle things to get back to where they were before. So… good for her. You know, more power to you, Steph, whatever she wants.

What do you want?

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Chanel– Chanel must have been furious about what happened. But, Johnny, to say your marriage is over–

It is, Abe.

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You didn’t see her face last night. You didn’t see how hurt she was. [scoffs] I honestly don’t think she’s ever gonna be able to look at me again without thinking about what I did. And if she can’t even look at me, how is she ever gonna forgive me?

[sighs] I am so sorry for both of you.

I just–I was so– I was so stupid. You know, I had myself convinced that she and Alex were sleeping together. I was so focused on my anger, how betrayed I felt. I was too cowardly just to confront her about it, you know, handle it like two adults would do. If I would have just asked her, I would have known nothing happened between her and Alex. Instead I acted on my anger.

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By the time I found out the truth, it was already too late.

By then, you and Joy had slept together.

Actually, we–we didn’t.

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Johnny cheated on you with Joy Wesley, Nancy’s daughter, that girl that you were nice enough to take under your wing?

Yeah, well, it was before she was cast on the show. So at that point, Johnny and Joy didn’t know who the other was.

Oh, well, if that’s true, then shame on the two of them even more. I mean, to just jump into bed with a complete stranger, what was Johnny thinking?

Well, he was mad because he thought that I had slept with Alex. So he goes to the Small Bar, and then he meets Joy. And then they went back to her room at the Salem Inn.

And slept together.

Well, actually, he said they didn’t.

Didn’t what?

Sleep together.

Wait, you’re telling me that Johnny and Joy went back to her hotel room and didn’t have sex?

Well, if I can believe him, then yes.

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Well, why are you so upset?

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Stop right there!

Don’t kill me!

[playful music]

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Or maybe do.

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Javi, you scared us half to death.

I’m sorry, OK? But maybe don’t keep your mixing bowls on the highest shelf. And it’s not like it was a family heirloom, was it?

No, they had a two-for-one sale on kitchen wares at Saxton’s a while back.

Oh, so you have two. Good, because I am making my special New Year’s pancakes.

Mmm.

What are New Year’s pancakes?

Just pancakes… made with champagne.

Mm.

Oh, I’m Javi.

JJ.

I know. I’ve seen your pictures. And he’s even hotter in person.

Thank you.

No, I think Gabi is the one that should be thanking me. So looks like you two had fun last night playing…tennis. Hope you worked up an appetite. Go. Sit down. I am going to get these pancakes on the griddle, and then we can all sit down and get to know each other better.

[playful music]

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[sighs]

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Well, I’m upset because he did fool around with Joy.

[dramatic music]

What–what exactly did Johnny tell you?

Oh, I made him tell me all the gory details. I guess after they got back to her hotel room, they started making out, they took off all their clothes, and they hopped into bed. And according to Johnny, they basically stopped right before the point of no return. But as far as I’m concerned, that is still cheating.

Um–

What? What, you don’t agree?

Oh, no, no, no. No, no, I do. As a married man, Johnny should never have allowed himself to get into that situation in the first place. And I know it sounds terrible, you know, it was bad, although–

Although what?

Look, you said Johnny did all of this because he thought you were cheating on him.

So?

Well, you know– look, it sounds pretty bad, but–

But what? What, then that suddenly just makes it all fair and that he was just, what, evening out the score? Is that what you’re saying? Because just a moment ago, you were just as upset as I am, even more so.

I know. I know, Chanel, but–

And if you ask me, it’s even worse that he didn’t sleep with her, because that means that Johnny knew exactly what he was doing the whole time. And he was just thinking that I had done this horrible thing. And he had such little faith in me that instead of just asking me about what he thought he saw when he thought that I hooked up with Alex, he goes out to the Small Bar and he picks up some random stranger who turns out to be Joy Wesley. And then he almost– he comes–he comes this close to going all the way with her. So no, I am not going to forgive him. He does not get another chance. I am done with him.

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So… you stopped yourself from sleeping with Joy.

At the last possible second, yeah.

Well, maybe you were more clearheaded than you thought.

I don’t know. Maybe. All I know is that in that moment, I realized how much I love my wife…

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And no matter what I thought she did, I couldn’t bring myself to betray her. Ah, the truth is, I betrayed her the second I walked into Joy’s hotel room. And now that Chanel knows what I did, not only is she obviously disappointed in me, hurt, angry, I honestly don’t think she even loves me anymore.

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[sighs] Look, I’m not– I’m not going to deny that I have some residual feelings for Alex, just like you do for Chloe. Isn’t that what we talked about last night, that we both want to move on with our lives? But it’s not like we can just forget that people who once meant something to us ever existed.

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I suppose that’s true.

And no matter how I feel or felt about Alex, he is the past. You are the present.

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And not only that…

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Not only that, what?

I like you, Philip. I like talking to you. I like laughing with you, just being around you. I never would have asked you to stay over if I didn’t. So you see, last night wasn’t just some romp for old times’ sake for me either. It really did mean something to me too.

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So if I can promise to try to stop dreaming about Alex, can we just– can we just have breakfast together or something?

[tender music]

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How do you like your eggs?

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[chuckles]

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Listen… I really do like Stephanie. You know, we had a lot of good times together. But when we hooked up on set, it really, truly screwed things up for us.

Are you sure about that?

I am definitely sure about that. And even if we weren’t working together, I highly doubt that we would ever be able to get back to where we were.

Why not?

Just the basic, you know, incompatibility between us. And I think Stephanie feels the exact same way, so… maybe this whole policy that Kate is putting into effect is– is for the best. You know, it’s making sure that Stephanie and I move on. That’s what I’m trying to do. And you’re looking at me like this. Why?

[laughs]

What, you don’t– you don’t believe me?

No, I do. I do.

Good.

Mm-hmm.

I hope so. Anyway, I know this is extremely weird, laying in bed with somebody as they talk about another woman.

No, it’s not exactly the usual pillow talk.

Yeah.

I mean, if we’re not gonna talk about the other girl because you’re moving on…

Huh.

What are we gonna do?

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[exhales forcefully] You know, I can think of a few things.

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That looks really great.

Wait till you try them.

[laughs] Mmm, my God, these are amazing, mmm.

Well, I scrambled them with some Swiss cheese you had in the fridge, mixed in a little hot sauce which you also had in the fridge.

Oh, my God, and they’re seasoned perfectly and cooked to perfection. If you didn’t already have a job, I’d hire you as my private chef.

Oh, well, it’s nice to know that if the whole co-CEO gig doesn’t work out, I have something to fall back on.

Oh, that is not going to happen. Public opinion is fully behind you as CEO– or, rather, co-CEO of Titan. And so am I. No way the tide turns against you now.

Are you saying you believe in me, Stephanie Johnson?

I would never have taken the job if I didn’t, Philip Kiriakis.

Thank you. Being out of commission the last few years… [clears throat] I had my doubts I could still do this. So it really does mean a lot to hear that someone fully supports me, especially when that someone is you.

[tender music]

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Mm, so tell me about last night.

Mm-hmm. I’m gonna need some quid pro quo. You want to hear the details of our night, you got to cough up yours first. So what’d you do last night, primo? Did you go out with your new friend, Kerry?

Actually, no. He is out of town visiting his family for the holidays. So I spent the evening alone.

I’m sorry. But I know that you didn’t stay here. You weren’t home when we got back.

No, I went out by myself, and–

Doesn’t sound like fun.

It was not. But I don’t know, honestly, the whole night was kind of a bust, so…

[dramatic music] What?

That look on your face, I know it very well. You’re thinking about going back to Leo Stark, aren’t you?

What? Are you kidding me? No, after he accused me of being Lady Whistleblower? Trust me, it’s over.

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[playful music]

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I shouldn’t have any more. It’s one carb too many. I’m gonna go get changed and go to the gym.

You barely had three bites.

And I’m gonna pay for every single one. JJ, it was so great meeting you.

Yeah, you too.

Oh, and by the way, prima, you owe me some details. But who knows? Maybe by the time I get back, you’ll have some more.

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Just don’t do anything I wouldn’t do. Then again…

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I know Chanel is upset with you right now. But that doesn’t mean she doesn’t love you. She just needs some time to deal with what happened.

You think that’s all she needs, just some time?

Well, no, no. You’ve got your work cut out for you. But time–time will help.

Look, I’m willing to do whatever it takes.

[dramatic music] Thanks, Abe. I got to admit I– I wasn’t expecting you to be so charitable towards me.

Well, Johnny, you’re my son-in-law. We’re family.

So you don’t– you don’t hate me?

Of course I don’t hate you. But Paulina, on the other hand, might be a tougher nut to crack.

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Damn, I could just kill that jackass for hurting you like this.

So you get it now.

No, baby, I got it before. I just–I just was trying to give Johnny the benefit of the doubt. But, Chanel–Chanel, you–you are right. And him not trusting you and then going back to her hotel room with her and just getting into bed together with– there is just no excuse for any of that.

[sighs] And, Mama, I really do appreciate you seeing it my way now. But do you know what the worst part about all of this is?

Hmm?

It’s that after everything that happened with Alex, I thought that Johnny and I had finally got past that and that our marriage was in a really good place. And now–now I can’t even– I can’t even look at him.

Oh, baby girl, I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. Oh, I’m so sorry you have to go through this. Oh.

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And like I said, no matter how much Johnny did or didn’t do with that Joy Wesley, the two of them, they– they did you wrong. Oh, baby. Listen, you know what? Why don’t you go– go and take a shower and get dressed? I know last night was hard, but today, this is the first day of the New Year. And, you know, you’ll feel better once you’re freshened up and you’re ready to greet it.

Yeah, I’ll go do that, even though I doubt I will feel any better.

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Oh. [sighs]

[sighs] So you want to go downstairs, grab some breakfast?

I would, but I really need to start memorizing these lines.

Oh, come on. You need some sustenance. You can’t power through the first day of the New Year on an empty stomach. Got to do a quick little breakfast break.

No, I can’t. I really–I can’t. I have a ton of scenes tomorrow…[sighs] With Faith, and Chanel has to know everything by now. Oh, my God, I can’t even imagine what’s gonna happen when we see each other.

Mm-hmm, that’s gonna be super uncomfortable.

You think?

Mm-hmm. But hey, Joy, you weren’t the one who was married. Johnny was. Johnny, your new director, who made you keep a secret about what happened between the two of you from his wife. Meanwhile you’re brand-new in town. You don’t know anybody. You got your whole career and your reputation to worry about. So in a way, no matter what you did, you were kind of in a no-win situation.

You want to tell Chanel that? I don’t think she’s gonna hear it from me.

[sighs] Yeah, she’s a tough cookie. But I’m not worried about it.

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‘Cause you are too.

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[light music]

Mm-hmm.

Well, congratulations. You survived Hurricane Javi.

Survived? With these pancakes, I’d say I came out on top. Even if I have to spend all day in the gym, it’s totally worth it.

Oh, please, he was just being a drama queen. You know, he never seems to mind the calories when he’s sucking down on his caipirinhas. [laughs]

No, I get that. It’s like… certain calories are more worth it than others, right?

Definitely.

All right, well, I should get going, get dressed, get out your hair. I’m sure you got things to do today.

Actually, my staff forced me to take the week off, so I actually don’t.

Oh. Well, I don’t start at the Salem PD till tomorrow. Maybe you want to spend the day together?

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I’d love that.

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As much as I’ve enjoyed being your personal chef and look forward to more opportunities to cook for you in the future, I need to head into the office.

Oh, on New Year’s Day?

I bet money that Xander’s already there, looking for any excuse to say I’m not holding up my end.

Oh, I bet. I bet he is. Well, I should probably get some work done myself and catch up on everything I didn’t get around to over the holidays.

Sounds like we’re both busy. But maybe we could have dinner later.

I’d like that.

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You know, I did have a really good time last night.

So did I.

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Hey, Alex.

[clears throat] Philip. Hey, Steph.

Hey.

So hope you enjoyed your New Year’s Eve.

I did, thank you.

Well, so did we.

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Right, Steph?

Yeah.

See you later?

Definitely.

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Happy New Year, Alex.

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Happy New Year, Steph.

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Oof.

Well…

Oh, Abraham. Oh, I thought you were gonna be in the office all day.

I had intended to, but I need to talk to you. I saw Johnny.

Oh, I know everything. Turns out, Chanel snuck in here last night, and she slept in the guest room. She gave me every gory detail about what happened between her husband and Joy Wesley.

Well, Johnny does feel horrible about what happened.

As well he should. Huh. You know, I don’t see Chanel forgiving him anytime soon.

[dramatic music]

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[sighs]

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[phone rings]

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Hello.

Chanel, hey, I… wasn’t sure you’d answer.

Why wouldn’t I answer? Oh, I know, because I don’t have anything to say to you.

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You, on the other hand…

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[jazzy music]

We having fun?

Actually, I am.

Yeah, me too. I notice you’ve been keeping your distance from EJ.

For now. But I intend to let him know what a colossal loser he is once the clock strikes midnight.

Mm, there’s a plan.

Eh, I figured this last year was crappy. Might as well start the new one on a high note.

Yeah, it was pretty crappy for me too. Everything that went down with my sister and Clyde.

I know.

I really am grateful for everything you did to help.

You don’t have to keep saying that.

Well, I mean it. Speaking of starting the New Year right, I’m really glad I get to start it with you.

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Thank you.

How are you feeling tonight?

Oh, you know, I’m OK. It’s hard not to think about Shawn. It’s the first New Year that I’m ringing in as a single woman in a really long time.

Well, who knows what the New Year will bring, right? To auld lang syne, the good old days, and hopefully even better new ones.

To even better new ones. [glasses clink]

So where’s your date? It’s almost midnight.

Um… oh.

Ah.

Where’s yours?

Joy? She seems to have disappeared.

Huh. Yeah, I don’t see Johnny or Chanel either.

Ah.

Hey, everybody, the ball’s about to drop. 0… [together] 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, . Happy New Year!

Yay. [applause] [both sigh]

[“Auld Lang Syne”]

Happy New Year.

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Sorry I missed the big moment. Do I get a do-over?

Oh, of course. [chuckles]

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Ugh.

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[exhales heavily]

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[clears throat] Happy New Year, EJ.

Happy New Year, Belle. [glasses clink]

Yes, well, aside from Alex, whose date seems to be MIA, I’d say we’re the odd men out.

Well, we could easily change that.

Oh, no, no. Nope, nope. [chuckles] I think, based on our history, that wouldn’t be a good idea.

I wasn’t going to shove my tongue down your throat, Belle. I was merely going to give you a respectful, friendly kiss.

Oh, well, then please go right there.

Well, whatever you say, Counselor.

[chuckles]

Mwah. [chuckles]

So I hang up, throw it out the window. Over.

[laughs]

Mm. Mm.

No. [laughs]

Damn it, Joy, where the hell are you?

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What do you want? It’s gonna be midnight soon.

Not to sound like a jerk, OK, but… why did you come here tonight?

Because your wife invited us. And as we’ve already established, she’s not an easy person to say no to.

OK, all right, fine. But we have to figure something out, OK? It’s very stressful having you here, you know that?

You don’t think this is stressful for me, walking around pretending like I’m having fun and everything’s cool? My God, if Chanel knew what happened between you and me–

[dramatic music] [sighs]

[dramatic music] [sighs]

Don’t be stingy, Joy. Spill the tea.

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Tell me what happened between you and my husband.

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

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[“Auld Lang Syne”]

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How about the two of you get a room, huh?

Mm. Sorry about that.

Guess we kind of forgot where we were.

Yeah. Figured that, Philip.

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[sighs]

Well, I think it’s time for a refill. Would you like some more?

No, no, I’m good. Thank you.

Okey dokey. Well, more for me.

[chuckles]

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Ugh, that bumbling fool. Oof. Excuse me, Rafe, but I’m afraid I need to tear you away from your fiancée.

What? Why?

Well, our gracious hosts, Johnny and Chanel, seem to have disappeared, and I need help bringing out the rest of the food from the pub.

You said they were all gone, EJ.

Well, I just remembered we have a few more trays. And since you were the one who chowed down on most of the food before, I think you should be the one to help.

Oh, right, right. All right, then. Don’t go anywhere, babycakes. I will be right back.

Mm-hmm. Come on, let’s go.

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Why are you standing here all alone? Thought you came to the party with Chloe’s little sister.

I did.

So what happened to her?

[dramatic music]

Chanel, hey. I thought you were downstairs.

Yeah, well, it was almost midnight and I couldn’t find you. Guess you lost track of time.

Right. Right, well, we probably– we should get back downstairs, right, join the party? We don’t want to miss the countdown.

Too late. You missed it.

Oh, damn. I’m–I’m sorry, but maybe we should head back downstairs anyway, right?

No, I’m not going anywhere until you tell me what the hell you two were talking about.

Chanel, I really think that there’s a misunderstanding here. I was just asking Johnny about one of the scripts. I was talking about Regan and Arrow.

Don’t insult my intelligence. I heard very clearly what you said. Now, at least have the decency to tell me the truth.

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[sighs] Joy… I think I need to speak with Chanel alone.

Yeah, that would be best.

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OK, Johnny, start talking.

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Tell me what’s going on, Johnny. Now.

All right, look, this whole thing started when I thought you were cheating on me with Alex.

Yeah, which you were totally wrong about.

I know, all right? I was wrong. I was wrong. I was just so– I was so jealous, so angry. I was hurt. So I went to go drown my sorrows at the Small Bar. And that’s the first night I met Joy.

What are you talking about? You met her on set. I was there.

We acted like we didn’t know each other.

[scoffs]

[dramatic music]

Look… when Joy walked into that bar, I had no idea who she was. I had no idea why she was in Salem. I had no idea how long she would be here. I just–she sat down next to me. We started talking. I confided in her.

Confided what?

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That my wife was cheating on me.

You told that to a complete stranger?

She was going on and on about the horrible day that she was having, so I just– I don’t know, I just– I kind of blurted it out.

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Then it all came out. Everything. After Joy heard the story, she was… sympathetic, although she couldn’t understand why I hadn’t confronted you.

Yeah. Yeah, no kidding.

[sighs] Look, all right, I know– I know I should have talked to you, OK? God, I wish I had. ‘Cause then I wouldn’t have made the biggest mistake of my life.

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I have no idea what happened to her. She disappeared on me. Oh. Joy, where were you? Oh. Everything all right?

Just peachy.

Joy, we didn’t get a chance to catch up earlier. It’s great to see you.

[scoffs]

[festive music] How’s Chloe?

Like you care. You dumped her ass.

Oh, well, I–

I need a refill.

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Well, guess Joy’s not your biggest fan.

She and Chloe don’t always get along, but they’re very protective of each other. And even though Chloe and I both realized it wasn’t working between us, I guess I was the one who did the actual breaking up.

Happy New Year, cuz.

JJ, Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

Mm.

Philip, I heard you managed to worm your way back into Titan. Congrats.

Thanks. Do I have to worry about you trying to steal it out from under me again?

Oh, I think you need to look a little closer to home for that. Besides, I’m quite happy at Gabi Chic.

Ah, yes. Must be very fulfilling selling all your little knickknacks.

Those little knickknacks bring in huge profits. But you knew that, since you tried to blackmail me into handing over my company.

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Hey, Gabi, I’m starting to lose some steam. You want to grab our stuff and go?

Sure. Let’s do that.

OK.

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Knickknacks?

What? I was just making conversation.

[sighs]

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Well, where were you, Joy?

Upstairs with Johnny and Chanel.

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What happened?

I’ll tell you all about it, but… will you please just take me home first?

Come on.

[sighs]

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Looks like those two can’t wait to ring in the New Year in private.

Well, I wouldn’t mind getting out of here. Want to call it a night?

Gladly.

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And the offer was very generous.

As well it should have been. [glasses clink]

Well, I’m sure you had something to do with that.

Oh, no, it was all Paulina. I didn’t have to say much to convince her that you would make an excellent DA. Everyone is gonna be thrilled when the word gets out.

Except for EJ.

Mm. So you still haven’t had a chance to tell him that you’re his replacement?

No, not yet. And I have a feeling he is going to be livid.

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Mm. Glad there were more of these.

Put that down.

What the hell is your problem, DiMera?

My problem is that you’re a blithering idiot. I told you to keep your paws off Jada, but did you listen? No, you planted a big fat one on her at midnight.

Yeah. Know what? You’re an idiot. What do you think it’s gonna look like on New Year’s Eve if I’m not kissing my fiancée? Hmm?

Well, that’s as far as it goes. You are not to sleep with Jada. Do you hear me?

Why does it matter?

You know damn well why it matters. Jada has no idea that her real fiancé is locked up in the tunnels. She thinks that you’re Rafe, which means she cannot give consent. You pulled the same crap with Samantha.

Well, it didn’t seem to bother you then.

Well, it bothers me now.

Huh.

I let my anger at Samantha cloud my judgment back then. But more importantly, the world has changed, Arnold, and my views have evolved, at least when it comes to consent. But you are the same disgusting pig you’ve always been.

Watch it, DiMera.

No, you watch it. If you continue to defy me, I promise things will not end well for you.

What’s going on here?

[dramatic music]

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[laughter]

Did everyone go home?

Oh. [chuckles] Kind of seems like it.

[sputters] Lame. It’s barely after midnight.

I know. Well, I guess we’re the only fun ones.

Yup.

Mm.

[festive music] You want to go home, don’t you?

Oh, God, yes. My feet are killing me.

Oh, my God, same. You want to make a break for it?

I would, but I have to wait for Rafe to come back. I wonder what is taking him and EJ so long.

Why are you ripping into my brother?

Something about things not ending well for him?

Huh.

I was merely pointing out that Rafe’s fiancée not only screwed him out of a job, but now she’s come for mine. Earlier today, she convinced Mayor Price to fire me as DA.

[chuckles] Way to go, Jada.

Couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy.

[chuckles]

My sentiments exactly, bro.

But how is this Rafe’s fault? Isn’t your issue with Jada or Paulina?

Hey, sis, it’s OK. I can handle Elvis Jr. here.

Well, in that case, JJ and I are going home.

Oh, so soon?

Mm. Please tell Johnny and Chanel we had a lovely evening.

Mm.

Bye, sis.

[dramatic music] Well, believe that’s my cue to go as well. I’m sure Jada wants to get home.

You are not to go home with her.

Well, where am I supposed to go? Hmm?

Rafe!

Oh.

There you are. You ready to go?

No.

Excuse me?

You can’t go home with him.

Why the hell not?

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Hmm?

So what should we do? You want to watch some TV? Or I could put on some music. Oh, I know. I’ll heat up some dessert. My mom baked me one of her famous apple pies, and I’m pretty sure I have vanilla ice cream in the freezer.

Steph, hold on a sec.

What?

[sighs] Talk to me. What’s going on? Why are you acting so weird?

How am I acting weird? I mean, it’s New Year’s Eve. Actually, it’s already the New Year, and I just–I want us to have a good time.

Is that all it is? Or is this also about Alex?

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– Wow. So Chanel knows the truth.

I assume she does by now. I tried coming up with something, but she wasn’t having it.

Huh. Any chance Johnny could have talked his way out of it?

I don’t see how. Chanel was determined to get answers. I don’t think Johnny had any choice but to tell her everything.

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Well, don’t leave me in suspense, Johnny. Tell me, what big mistake? Or should I start guessing?

OK, just–look… eventually… Joy and I went back to her hotel room. We kept talking, kept drinking. And then…

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Feeling any better about your wife?

Ha! Not possible. And no amount of alcohol is going to fix that.

Well, it’s worth a shot, right? I’m sorry. Please, continue wallowing.

I just–[sighs] I don’t understand why she would do this to me, you know, go behind my back with some guy. You know, she had no problem lying to me right to my face about it. I mean, clearly she thinks that I’m an idiot.

I’m sure she doesn’t think that.

Oh, no, she does. You remember what I told you at the bar? She–I heard her telling her little boyfriend that I was clueless. I bet they like to laugh about that behind my back.

I’m sorry, Johnny. I really am.

[sighs] You know what? Clearly our wedding vows don’t mean anything to my wife. So… why should they mean anything to me?

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And that’s it. That’s all that happened.

Oh, no, Johnny, you are not getting off that easy. I want every last gory detail, no matter how painful it is.

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Keep going, Johnny. We’re just getting to the good part, huh?

Look…

[dramatic music] I honestly thought that our marriage was over. OK? I was desperately just trying to get away from the pain and the hurt that I was feeling.

Yeah, and you were trying to get back at me, right, for my betrayal?

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Suppose that had something to do with it too.

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OK, I’m waiting.

[sighs] [sniffles]

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After Joy and I kissed, things went a little further.

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Ah, ah, ah, ah. Wait.

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I can’t do this. I-I-I-I-I-I’m sorry. As angry as I am with my wife, I still love her.

All right. I guess we’re done here, then. [clears throat]

Look, I’m really– I’m really sorry about this, OK? You seem like a really nice girl. I just–

You don’t need to explain. I understand. I’m just glad I let you buy my drinks at the bar. [chuckles]

All right, well, look, I’m– again, I’m really sorry, OK?

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You honestly expect me to believe that the two of you were halfway naked on her bed and you didn’t have sex?

It’s the truth. All right? Just… please say you believe me.

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OK. I believe you.

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[sighs]

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Thank God. I honestly thought that–that it– [grunts]

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[sniffles]

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You know, in a way, this is probably for the best that this is all coming out.

Easy for you to say. You won’t be on the receiving end of Chanel’s wrath.

Oh, don’t be so sure about that. I kept the truth from her too.

Yeah, well, you just didn’t want her to get hurt.

No, I didn’t. But that ship has sailed, obviously. And even though she’ll be devastated, at least there won’t be any more secrets.

I really did hate lying to her. She was so nice to me. It made everything so much worse.

She did seem to genuinely like you.

Yeah, well, those days are certainly over.

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You don’t know that for sure. Who knows? Maybe this won’t get as ugly as we think.

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I mean, after all, it’s not like you and Johnny even, you know, did the deed.

No. No, we didn’t.

Well, there you go.

But if I were Chanel, I would still be super pissed.

Hmm.

Why would I be acting weird because of Alex?

Well, because… ever since you found out he and Joy were going to the party together, you’ve seemed kind of bothered. Like you still have a thing for him.

[sighs]

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OK, maybe– maybe you’re right. Maybe I’m not entirely over Alex. But I want to be.

That’s a start.

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Look, he and I were together once, as you know, and it ended badly. And then eventually we started hanging out again. But I could never figure out what either of us wanted from the relationship. Which is a moot point anyway, since he and I aren’t allowed to see each other because of work.

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But if it wasn’t for work, what then?

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I still don’t think that we’re… right for each other.

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We had a connection, but ultimately we’re not compatible.

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[sighs] So I really– I should be happy that he’s moving on with Joy. I just–I wish I could find a way to move on too. [chuckles]

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Well? Why can’t I go home with Rafe, EJ?

Because he just got a call from Steve Johnson. He got assigned a big case for Black Patch. Isn’t that right, Rafe?

On New Year’s Eve?

Yeah, yeah, it just came up.

Mm.

What’s the case?

Oh, honey bear, you know I can’t talk about that. It’s top secret stuff, you know?

And you have to leave now?

Well, apparently I have no choice.

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Well, that’s very disappointing, Rafe, not being able to spend the New Year together.

Yeah. I am disappointed too, honey bear.

You know how long you’ll be gone?

[dramatic music]

Yeah, well, truth is, I have no idea.

We’re getting married at the end of the month. You will be back before the wedding, right?

Come on, now. You know I wouldn’t miss that for the world. I’ll be there, I promise. But for now, I better hit the road.

OK, well, be careful out there, Rafe.

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I love you.

I love you.

[coughing] Oh! Oh, excuse me. [chuckles] That was embarrassing. [chuckles]

Oh.

[sighs]

All right.

Mm.

I’ll see you soon.

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OK. How does leftover pizza sound?

Awesome. I’m starving.

Me too. All right.

I can’t believe they ran out of food at the party.

It looked like EJ and my brother were hoarding the rest, huh?

Even so, the party was kind of whacked-out, don’t you think? I mean, there wasn’t enough food, and the host disappeared, and… EJ was acting stranger than usual.

Mm. Mm! [chuckles] You know, it was kind of bizarre. But it was a DiMera affair, like you said. So, you know, what did we expect?

You must be sorry you agreed to go out with me tonight.

What? No way. Look, EJ was having a worse time than us, so that was a win. Plus, I got an amazing kiss at midnight.

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About that kiss…

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I know you’re just coming off a divorce, and I don’t want to make things complicated. So we could just chalk it up to a New Year’s Eve kiss between two old friends. It doesn’t have to mean anything more than that.

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Well, what if I want it to mean more?

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I know this is selfish, but I can’t stop thinking about how this is gonna affect me. I’m probably gonna get fired.

Joy, you shouldn’t even think like that, seriously.

Oh, come on, Chanel’s stepfather is the co-executive producer. She could ask Abe to fire me.

Joy, you’re on contract.

Well, I’m sure they could work around that. Unless maybe Chanel’s not one to hold a grudge.

She definitely will hold a grudge. I know that part.

[sighs]

Personal experience.

Great. God, you know, I should have just taken the money when Johnny’s father offered it to me. Now I could end up with nothing. And I’m gonna have to go back to New York all humiliated. And the worst part is, I’m gonna prove my mother right. She told me all I ever do is screw things up, so…

Joy, look at me. It’s not your fault.

[sighs]

You didn’t do anything wrong.

Right. And yet somehow I’ve destroyed a marriage– potentially, at least. So even if I get to keep my job, everyone’s gonna hate me.

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I can’t speak for everyone, but I’m not gonna hate you.

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Really?

Really.

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In fact, I think you’re very kind. I think you’re funny, not to mention…hot.

[scoffs]

Since when?

Since when? What, you don’t believe me?

I’m kind of a cynic.

You gonna make me prove it to you?

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I thought you said you believe me.

What, that you didn’t go all the way with our little actress friend? Yeah, I believe you. But infidelity can mean a whole lot of other things, which you damn well know. And you were halfway naked, making out with another woman on her bed, and you probably did everything but go all the way with her. As far as I’m concerned, that is still cheating.

Look, OK, Chanel, you’re right. You’re right. I totally–I totally betrayed you. All right, but… you have to know that nothing like that happened between Joy and I ever again. Ever. Once she gave me back my wedding ring, I honestly thought that I would never see her again. And then she got cast in “Body & Soul.”

What? So you’re saying you had nothing to do with that?

No, no, absolutely not. It was just–it was a horrible coincidence. [scoffs] When Kate brought her out on set that first day, I almost had a heart attack. OK, she had no idea that I worked on the show. And when Joy realized that you were my wife, she just– We both agreed that we would keep our mouths shut.

[sighs] So all this time, I was working side by side with the woman you almost slept with. And on top of that, you allowed me to make a fool of myself, trying to be her friend.

I’m sorry. OK? I hated deceiving you. Everything just– it got so complicated. And Joy was terrified that if anybody found out that she would lose her job.

Who the hell cares about Joy? You’re my husband. You should have been honest with me. Instead I had to walk into my room to hear Joy say– wait, wait. She also implied that I was mistaken to believe that she and Alex had– so does that mean that–

They didn’t sleep together.

Oh, my God. He’s been in on this too?

Kind of, OK? [sighs] I don’t know why she– anyway, Joy– [sighs] Joy let Alex know what had happened between the two of us, and he got angry. He came over here to give me hell about it. And that’s why we were arguing when you walked in the house that day.

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So to cover your own ass, you said that Alex was the one that had slept with Joy. You just completely threw him under the bus.

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I did. Yeah.

Why would he agree with that?

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He didn’t want you to get hurt.

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Neither did I.

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Mm, so you just lied to me for months.

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I wanted to tell you the truth so many times, OK, but I just couldn’t bring myself to do it, all right? Our marriage was already hanging on by a thread. I was terrified of losing you. And now all I can say is that I am– [sighs] I am so, so sorry, Chanel.

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I know that I messed up, OK? I know that I messed up. I will do whatever it takes to make it up to you, OK? Just please, please, please tell me that you think that there’s a way that we can just– we can move past this.

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No, Johnny. There is no way that I can ever forgive you.

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Are you saying that you… want something more than just friendship?

[dramatic music]

I’m not necessarily looking to start a relationship.

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But I’m ready to explore the possibility.

With me?

No, with Ryan Gosling.

He is dreamy.

Mm, yeah. [chuckles] Look, I don’t know where this is going.

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But I feel that old spark between us. Is it just me?

No. I feel it too.

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In that case, do you want to spend the night?

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Yes.

Great.

So…

So…

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Should we head up to your room?

Don’t you want to finish your pizza first?

No, I’m suddenly not hungry anymore.

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And then there were three.

And now two.

Aw.

Yeah, I should head out. I have a really busy day tomorrow.

Mm, yes, I’m sure it’ll take some time to bring your new DA up to speed. Best of luck to that unfortunate son of a bitch.

[clears throat] Yeah, EJ, I have been trying to tell you that that unfortunate son of a bitch is me.

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I know how you feel. Even though Chloe and I are totally over too, I still think about her, what might have been.

It can be hard, letting go.

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Well… maybe we can help each other with that.

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Hmm. I like that idea.

Good. ‘Cause I have a secret. Ever since that amazing midnight kiss we shared…

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I’ve been dying to kiss you again.

You already did kiss me again.

Oh, that’s right. I did.

[chuckles]

So third time’s a charm, right?

Mm-hmm.

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Let’s take this to the bedroom.

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I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have done that.

Why not?

Because you’re in a… vulnerable place right now, Joy. I don’t want to… take advantage of that.

[sighs]

So yeah, I will– I will see you at work. OK.

Alex.

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Don’t go.

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No, wait, wait, wait. Chanel, OK, look, I know. I get it, OK? I don’t deserve your forgiveness. But if you please just give me one chance, I swear I will fix this.

It’s too late for that. OK, maybe if you would have told me the truth from the beginning, we could have just– but you lied to me over and over again. You even called me a cheating slut when you did what you did.

I would do anything to take that back, OK? I would do anything to take all of this back.

Well, you can’t. You betrayed me in the worst possible way. My heart is completely broken. And now I just–I just need to get the hell away from you.

No, Chanel, look, wait. Just don’t leave. OK, you can yell at me. You can hit me. You do whatever you want. Please, just don’t–just– please, just stay.

Get out of my way, Johnny.

Chanel, I can’t lose you. I love you too much.

Just get out of my way, or I swear to God, I will scream bloody murder!

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[yells] [sighs]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Oh.

Gabi. I am–I’m sorry. That is my bad.

[laughs] It’s OK. Hydration is important.

Yeah, so is watching where you’re going.

Yeah. I’m impressed that you worked out on New Year’s Eve. You’re getting a head start on your resolutions?

Something like that. So you got big plans for tonight?

You know, I just thought maybe I’d play some canasta with my cousin Javi.

There’s no way your cousin Javi is staying around the house on New Year’s Eve.

You’re probably right.

Well, unless I’m wrong and the game of canasta is on, do you want to ring in the new year together?

Thanks for getting that out today. Happy New Year to you, too. [phone beeps]

How did I know you’d be working on New Year’s Eve?

Ah, well, soap world never rests. [laughs] What’s up?

Just wanted to firm up our plans for tonight. I made a res at the Bistro for 8:30. They’re doing a prix-fixe dinner. Chateaubriand, champagne, noisemakers for midnight.

That sounds amazing, but I can’t go.

[dramatic music]

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Those scenes were intense, huh?

Yeah. I felt like we were really in it, like the emotions were real.

I felt that too. I love how, like, feisty Regan is, you know, so determined to break up Faith and Arrow. You pulled that off well. Like, you nailed it.

Yeah, well, it helps that in real life, I’m no stranger to causing problems for a happy couple.

Hey. What are you guys talking about?

[mellow music]

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Hey there.

Hi.

Wow. You look great.

Oh, well, I am not so sure if that’s true, but thanks for saying it.

Yeah. So what’s the big news?

Well, OK, you know how we’ve been dealing with this whole DA situation and–

Yeah? What about it? Is there a problem?

Did you change your clothes?

Did I change my clothes?

Yeah. Yeah, earlier you were wearing something different when I left for work. Why did you change?

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[suspenseful music]

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Well, this last day of the year has gone from bad to worse. And Arnold better not screw things up more than he already has. All right, now for you. It’s time to get you downstairs and out of the way. What happens to you after that, I guess we’ll see.

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

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We were just talking about the scenes we shot today.

Oh. Well, did they go well?

I think so. Yeah. Yeah, we were both so surprised when Regan told Arrow that she was pregnant.

Oh, you’re pregnant? I mean, Regan is pregnant.

Right.

You didn’t read the script?

No, I only read my scenes. I like to be surprised.

I get that.

Yeah. Well, no wonder you two both look so intense.

Yeah. Yeah, it was pretty emotional. So…

Well, if you aren’t too wiped, I was wondering if you had plans tonight.

Plans?

Yeah, well, Johnny wanted to do something, just the two of us, but I convinced him that a little party would be more fun.

You’re throwing a party?

Mm-hmm. At the mansion. We’re going to get food from the pub, we’ll have drinks, and we’ll watch the ball drop.

Oh, I, um–

Oh, let me guess. You’re going to come up with some excuse about how we need to keep our personal and professional life separate.

It wasn’t an excuse. I really meant it when I said that I–

But we are friends, right?

Of course.

OK, then. You’ll come.

OK.

OK.

If Alex comes.

Oh, I don’t–

Ooh, I thought you two weren’t– I thought it was just a one-time thing.

Oh, it was, but I mean, we’re on good terms, right?

Right.

OK, awesome. Well, then, I will see you both there.

All right.

I would love to spend New Year’s with you. What did you have in mind?

Actually, I haven’t gotten that far.

It’s OK. We’ll figure it out together. Hey, maybe there’s a party we can crash.

Well, you’re welcome to crash ours.

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Yes, I did change my clothes. I did because, um, I spilled coffee all over them.

Oh.

Mm-hmm.

But your shirt and everything, I don’t think I’ve ever seen this before.

Yeah, because it’s new. It’s new. So I didn’t have time to go back home. And when I spilled the coffee all over everything, I was right by the mall. So, you know, I went in there and I got stuff. Yeah. You like it?

Yeah, it looks great.

Yeah, yeah. OK, me too. So, anyway, what’s this big news you want to tell me about?

Yeah, well, EJ is out as DA.

What? What happened?

He got fired. And, um, it was kind of my idea.

Huh.

[sighs] Belle.

Hello, EJ.

Uh, h-how did you get in?

Harold. I was hoping that we could talk.

Look, if this is about the case–

No, it’s not. But before we do, is everything OK?

Yes, all is well. Why? Why do you ask?

Because you’re out of breath and because you look like you could have jumped out of your skin when you saw me standing here. So what are you doing down there in those tunnels?

OK then. I got to run, but I will see you both there later.

All right.

All right. Bye, guys.

See you.

Well, looks like we’re both going to a New Year’s Eve party.

Ooh, looks like it.

Damn. I really wish she would just stop inviting me to things.

Mm, well, I wish Johnny never told her that you and I were together and manned up and admitted that he was the one you hooked up with.

[dramatic music]

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I didn’t know you were throwing a party.

Yeah, well, we weren’t. But, you know Chanel. Any excuse to have people over. Anyway, I hope you guys can make it. We miss having you around the house, Gabi.

Who is this “we” of whom you speak?

[laughs] Well, me, anyway. And, hey, if Ari is in town, bring her by too.

Oh, thanks. But she stayed in Arizona with Will and Sonny.

Sorry to hear that.

I went to go see her for a couple of days at Christmas, but her dads have her for New Year’s.

Hopefully she’ll be back home next year.

Yeah, hopefully.

Listen, Gabi, I know that you have some complicated feelings about our house and some of the people who live in it, but I’d love to see you guys tonight.

We’ll talk about it. But if we don’t see you later, Happy New Year.

Same to you.

Why do I get the vibe you don’t want to go to this party?

I’m sure it’d be fun hobnobbing with the fancy TV stars who were just ordinary Salemites a few months ago.

But?

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I just don’t know if I want to go back into that house ever.

Why not?

Because it’s haunted.

I thought we had plans tonight.

We did. We do.

But you just said–

I can’t go to the Bistro, but I still want to spend the evening with you. I guess you didn’t get the message I left with your assistant.

Sorry, I was on Do Not Disturb mode all day, trying to get back into the swing of things at Titan. What was the message?

Johnny and Chanel are having an impromptu party at the DiMera mansion, and they invited some of the actors from the show, and I felt like I needed to be there to–

Chaperone?

Kind of. Especially if the new Lady Whistleblower shows up.

You figured out who she is?

No, not yet. But I know she’s working overtime to collect gossip on the cast.

So you need to make sure this party doesn’t lead to another scandal.

Exactly. But I didn’t realize you’d already made plans. Did you have to pre-pay at the Bistro?

Doesn’t matter. You have to work. You have to work. Maybe we could meet after.

Actually, I was hoping that you’d come to the party with me.

You want me to come with you to the DiMera mansion?

Is that a problem?

Well, EJ hates my guts.

Whose guts doesn’t EJ hate? And I understand. I understand. If you’re uncomfortable, I totally get it. But I would love it if you’d be my date.

It was your idea to give EJ the axe?

Yep. I pitched it to Paulina, and she went for it.

Who?

Paulina Price. The mayor.

Oh, her. Yeah. I didn’t hear you right. Yeah, uh, well, that is big news. I mean, that you got EJ fired. Yeah. How did he take it?

Not well, as I’m sure you can imagine.

[laughs] Well, he had it coming. Yeah. Definitely deserves it. Did you snap his picture? What?

I know you don’t like EJ, but I just, I don’t know, I didn’t expect you to be so giddy about it.

Well, yeah, I mean, the guy had it coming, right? I mean, he’s a pompous ass.

I can’t argue with you there.

So who did you find to replace him?

Someone very qualified. Someone who EJ knows quite well, actually.

Well, I was just overseeing construction in the tunnels.

You have construction workers down there on New Year’s Eve?

When you pay people enough, they’ll work whenever you need them. They’re just repairing the damage that was caused when that Vininski woman tried to blow up Gabi and– [coughs] Melinda Trask.

Oh. So the DiMeras can hold more people captive in the New Year.

[hearty laugh] Anyway, if you’ve come all this way to gloat about getting Hattie Adams out of custody, don’t bother. I was just fired.

I heard.

Ah, good news travels fast. How did you find out?

Actually, that’s what I wanted to talk to you about.

I’d love to be your date.

Even at the DiMera mansion? You sure?

As long as you’re sure it’s OK.

I ran it by Chanel, and she already said that I was more than welcome to bring a plus one.

Then call me that one.

What about the money you spent at the Bistro?

Maybe I’ll let my assistant take the reservation. Add it to her year-end bonus.

You really don’t mind?

I mean, overpriced food, or a party with you? It’s hardly a tough call.

[laughs]

I win. Yay.

[soft music] [sighs]

It’s really great to be spending time with you again.

Ditto. But you know what? I should probably get going and change, get ready for the party.

OK then. Text me when you’re ready, and I’ll come pick you up.

Great.

[soft music]

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[door clicks]

I’m really sorry that Johnny and I dragged you into our mess.

It’s fine. I don’t love that Johnny’s dragging me into the lie he’s telling his wife, but–

If you want me to set the record straight–

No, no. I don’t want to cause any trouble. I know Johnny’s just covering his ass, but I also know he doesn’t want to hurt Chanel. Neither do I. I don’t want to hurt you either.

Well, thank you. And I hate lying like this too, but it would make it so awkward at work if Chanel found out what happened between me and her husband. The truth is, I really like her. And to be honest, I would die if she found out what happened.

[sighs]

You’re saying the DiMera mansion is haunted?

It is for me. Haunted by the family members who lived there, like my ex-husband Stefan, who divorced me without so much as a goodbye. And his brother EJ, who said horrible things about my character when I came to get my things.

Well, why don’t we just go somewhere else? It’s not like I’m EJ’s favorite person either.

Thanks for understanding.

How about we go to that La Palapa place you used to love? Much less chance of running into someone who makes you miserable. What, you got a better idea?

Yeah. Actually, I do. Let’s just go to the damn party.

But you just said–

I know what I said, but I hate running scared. And maybe going back to that depressing mausoleum will help me exorcize the ghosts of my marriage. And I may even stick it to EJ in the process.

Well, it sounds like Mayor Price made a great choice. Belle Black is a huge improvement over that oaf, EJ.

Oaf, huh?

Johnny.

Hi.

Sorry. We didn’t see you there.

Yeah. Would it have mattered if you did?

Well, I’m not going to insult the man in front of his son.

Sure you would.

Yeah, it’s OK. I know you’re doing some PI work for my dad, but I know that doesn’t change the way that you guys feel about each other.

You’re working for EJ? You didn’t mention that to me.

Well, there hasn’t been a chance. I mean, it just happened, so yeah. You know, it’s probably not going to work out anyway.

Although…

Although?

Maybe if you guys broke bread together tonight, it might help smooth things over a bit.

You think we should break bread, me and EJ?

Yeah. Yeah, Chanel and I are throwing a little New Year’s Eve party this evening. We would love it if you guys joined us.

Oh, I don’t think–

That sounds good. We would love to come.

We would?

Yeah. I love parties.

[chuckles]

Yeah.

Well, great. I have to– I’ve got to grab some food from the kitchens, but I will see you guys soon.

All right.

Are you out of your mind?

What? Free food and booze.

So what? Rafe, I can’t go to EJ’s house. I just got him fired.

EJ, we’ve had our courtroom clashes over the years.

And recently.

And recently. But I’m not here to gloat over your misfortune, especially since I’m going to be–

EJ. Sorry to interrupt, but I need to talk to you. Hey, Belle.

Hey, Chanel.

What’s going on?

Have you spoken to Johnny today?

No, why?

Well, he and I decided to throw a spur of the moment New Year’s Eve party.

Here?

Yeah, that’s the idea. Is that going to be a problem?

I would have liked to have been consulted first.

Oh, I’m sorry. I guess we just got caught up in the excitement of everything. But are you really not OK with it?

[sighs] It’s been a taxing day, and I’ve already told Harold and the rest of the staff they could head home early.

Well, we don’t need staff. It’s just going to be a few people from work, and we’re going to watch the ball drop, hang out. It’s no big deal.

Well, what about food?

Well, Johnny already talked to his Grandpa Roman, and so he’s going to cater it, so no one has to lift a finger. So I’ll just head down to the wine cellar, and I will grab–

No, no, no, no, no, no. You can’t do that.

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[dramatic music]

[sighs] [knocking on door]

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Wow.

You’re pretty wow yourself.

Last chance to bail on the DiMeras. I checked. There’s still reservations available at a bunch of places downtown. Good chance we won’t run into EJ or any of the other ghosts.

[chuckles] Thanks for checking. The more I think about it, the more I want to do it. I can’t wait to walk into that door and see EJ squirm.

Why can’t I go down into the tunnels?

Well, because– because of the construction. It’s not safe.

You were just down there.

And I got a stern talking to from the construction crew.

Well, how do we get the champagne?

I’ll handle it. I’ll call the contractor, and he can help me retrieve it.

Are you sure?

Well, that’s not like you can carry it all yourself. And don’t you need to go and get ready? I’ll have the champagne chilling on ice by the time you’re dressed.

OK. Thank you, EJ. That’s very sweet of you.

Well, anything for my favorite daughter-in-law. And I’ll see you in a little bit, OK?

OK.

Hey, why don’t you stay?

Me?

Yeah, hang out for the party.

Oh, no, I don’t think so.

Why? You have other plans?

Well, no, but it’s late, and I’m not really dressed for a party.

Well, you can borrow something of mine. And like I said, it’s just food from the pub, right? So please, come on, stay. We really want you to. Right, EJ?

Of course.

[laughs] OK.

OK, great. I will go grab some options for you from my closet and just come on upstairs when you’re ready, OK?

[chuckles] Why does she make it so hard to say no to her?

Ugh, tell me about it. [chuckles]

She really put you on the spot.

She has a talent for doing that. Not unlike her mother. Listen–

EJ, before you say anything, I really think that you should know–

Before you say anything, I would like to clear the air between us.

Oh, that’s not necessary.

But it is. Because while I’m not a fan of yours as a work rival, that is now over, and I would like to move on.

EJ–

I remain fond of you as a person. And given your recent divorce from Shawn, you deserve a night out to celebrate starting anew on the New Years.

Well, that’s very nice of you to say. And I know you went through a painful divorce this year, too.

Indeed. So as two recently single people, we should go as each other’s dates.

[laughs] Dates? For New Year’s Eve?

Why not? Just don’t tell Samantha. [both chuckle] – What were you thinking? Rafe, you had to know that this would be a complete nightmare for me to go to the DiMeras’ stupid party.

Well, no, I guess– no, I was just thinking that it would be a good way to, you know, extend the old olive branch, right? Or maybe–maybe you just rub it in EJ’s face a little bit.

Oh, wonderful. So it’ll be tense and awkward and possibly downright contentious. [sighs] Just the way to bring in the New Year.

Oh, come on, boo.

I’m sorry, boo?

Just trying it out. OK, listen, the point is this. I want to go to the party because I want to show off my sexy fiancée. And if you and I are there together, you know we’re going to have a good time, right? Yes, we are. Listen, if you’re miserable, I promise we will get out of there before midnight. OK?

OK, well, I guess we already told Johnny that we were going to go, so–

There you go. Hey, I promise you, it will be fun.

I highly doubt that. But either way, we should probably get going, right, get ready.

Uh-huh.

You coming?

Right behind you.

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[soft music]

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[knocking on door]

Wow. You look great.

Other than the fact that I’m going to have to go to this party barefoot because my shoes seem to have disappeared.

Am I early?

No, no. I texted you a little bit too soon, thinking that I could pull myself together a bit more quickly than I’ve been able to. Ah, got ’em.

You ready?

OK. [sighs]

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Alex. Hey.

Hey. Happy New Year, guys.

Thanks. You too.

Congrats. I guess it all worked out.

On what?

Nothing.

Well, I just ran into Phil here the other day, and he was saying how much he hoped things would progress between the two of you.

Did he?

Well–

It seems to be progressing nicely. Where are you guys headed?

We’re headed to a party at Johnny and Chanel’s.

Oh, you’re kidding. I’m headed there too.

Oh, of course. Chanel said that she was inviting some of the cast.

Do you want a ride?

Thank you, cousin, but I got to pick up Joy first.

Joy?

Yeah, we’re just going to the party together. I guess we’ll see you guys there.

See you there.

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Pub food is all locked and loaded.

Nice work. Oh, I invited Gabi, JJ, and Jada and Rafe, if that’s OK.

Yes, of course it is. And I also invited Belle and Alex and Joy.

Really?

Yeah. Why not?

I just would have assumed that Joy had other plans tonight, that’s all.

Well, if she did, then she didn’t mention it.

And isn’t it weird between her and Alex since they, you know, hooked up?

It was a one time thing, and they are fine now.

Well, I am happy to hear that.

OK, well, you better go get showered, because people will be here soon.

[sighs]

[soft dramatic music]

You know, we actually do– we have a few minutes.

Johnny.

We could be quick.

But I already showered.

That’s great. You can take one more with me.

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Remind me again why we’re here.

Baby, baby, don’t worry. Everything’s going to be fine, OK? Why don’t I go inside, I’m going to check it out, and then I’ll bring you some champagne?

[soft dramatic music]

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Hey there.

Hi. Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

So you guys came together?

We did.

Oh.

Where’s Rafe?

Oh, he just went inside to grab us some champagne.

[jazzy music]

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Where the hell have you been?

I was with my fiancée. You told me to go see her, remember? And then we got invited to this swanky party, so I headed home to change.

You went home with Commissioner Hunter?

I did. Oh, don’t worry. Nothing happened. Yet.

[grunts]

She did tell me, though, that she got the mayor to fire your ass.

You find that amusing, do you?

Kinda.

Is it also amusing that I’m the one person between you and a prison cell?

Oh yeah, but we’ve been over this, remember? I’m not going away without putting you away.

Damn it, Feniger, I cannot have you here at this party.

Well, what am I supposed to do, huh? Fiancée is right outside there.

Oh, my God. This is a bloody nightmare.

Hello, sweetheart.

Hello, EJ.

Commissioner. Hello, Stephanie, Philip. Welcome.

Happy New Year.

Thanks for having us.

Thank you. Rafe, do you mind helping me pull some champagne for everybody?

Of course. I will be right back, my dear.

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Did you see the look on EJ’s face when he saw me?

I believe you call that a scowl.

Yeah. I still don’t know why Rafe told Johnny that we’d come.

Feniger, what the hell do you think you’re doing?

I am enjoying New Year’s Eve party with my fiancée.

Jada Hunter is not your fiancée. She is Rafe’s fiancée, and you need to stay the hell away from her.

Right, but last time I checked, we do have a wedding to plan. How are we supposed to do that?

For God’s sake. The only thing you are going to plan is your return back to Argentina.

Settle down, will you? I was just joking. Which, by the way, reminds me, where the hell is the fiancé? What’d you do with Hernandez?

He’s downstairs on ice, so to speak.

Oh, OK. Well, I guess you’re just going to have to deal with us both later. Right now, I’m here to party.

Rafe. I didn’t know you’d be here.

Ah, I was invited by my old friend Johnny.

Huh. Must have just missed you guys at home.

Gabi.

EJ.

I’m sorry, but who invited you?

I was invited by your son, who has much better manners than his father.

[laughs] She burned you there, huh?

Rafe, don’t you have to give your fiancée her drink?

Yeah, I do. Good to see you, sis.

Oh, you know, I’m surprised you would even want to attend a party here. I know it must bring back some truly horrific memories about my brother abandoning you.

Oh, to hell with memories, awful or otherwise. My date and I are determined to live in the moment and have a fabulous New Year’s Eve.

Your date?

And there he is.

EJ. Good to see you.

Hello, JJ. Do I have to worry about you assaulting me again?

Water under the bridge. I promise to keep my hands to myself tonight.

Oh, let’s not be too hasty with that promise. Should we get another drink?

Let’s do it.

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Oh. Look at you.

Yes, well, it’s not really a dress I would have bought for myself. It’s not my color.

Well, if I may be so bold, that should be your color from now on. You look great. [laughs]

You know, we could just go back upstairs, spend the evening together under the covers.

Your father would kill us. Especially since he didn’t seem too happy about us springing this party on him last minute.

Well, good. He needs to get used to interacting with people who make him uncomfortable. [doorbell rings] Hi.

Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

Chanel told me you guys were coming. That’s great.

Yeah. It’s great.

All right, well, come on in. The party is just getting started.

Thank you.

Oh, this looks so good.

You too. Looks nice in here.

[tense music]

So I’m surprised to see you here.

Same. So does EJ know?

That Paulina gave me his job? No, I’ve been trying to tell him, but we keep getting interrupted.

But you are going to tell him, right?

Of course. I’m just waiting for the right time.

[jazzy music]

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These, these are fantastic. You got more of these?

No. Oh, my God.

Hey.

Hey.

What, are you hiding out back here?

Just needed some air.

Mm. Can I get you a drink? [phone ringing]

It’s my mom. But yes, I will take a glass of champagne, if you don’t mind. Maybe two.

Mm. Coming right up.

Thank you. Hi, Mom. Happy New Year. Yep, I’m at a party at the DiMera’s house, actually, so I’ll call you tomorrow, OK? All right. I love you. Bye.

Hey, there you are. Can I talk to you for a second in private?

Alex is going to be back soon.

It’ll just take a second.

[sighs] OK.

[whistling] Where’d she go?

Hey. Hey, have you seen Johnny?

No, I haven’t.

Oh, well, I thought I saw him come this way. It’s almost midnight. Where could he be?

Not sure.

I’m going to check outside.

Mm.

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God, I hope he’s not with Joy.

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You know what? I am done making New Year’s resolutions. They only last, like, five minutes anyway.

I am with you. Why invent new ways to feel bad about yourself?

Yes. [laughs]

Ooh, it is almost midnight. I better go check on Rafe.

Oh, my God. Steph, I am so, so sorry. Oh, my God. Let me help you.

I-it’s fine.

No, please. Please, let me help you.

Uh–

I got it.

Yeah. I’m so sorry.

It’s fine.

Are we having fun?

Actually, I am.

Yeah, me too. I notice you’ve been keeping your distance from EJ.

For now. But I intend to let him know what a colossal loser he is once the clock strikes midnight.

There’s a plan.

Yeah, I figured this last year was crappy. Might as well start the new one on a high note.

Yeah, it was pretty crappy for me, too. Everything that went down with my sister and Clyde.

I know.

I really am grateful for everything you did to help.

You don’t have to keep saying that.

I mean it. Speaking of starting the New Year right, I’m really glad I get to start it with you.

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Thank you.

How are you feeling tonight?

Oh, you know, I’m OK. It’s hard not to think about Shawn. It’s the first New Year that I’m ringing in as a single woman in a really long time.

Well, who knows what the New Year will bring, right? To Auld Lang Syne, the good old days, and hopefully even better new ones.

To even better new ones.

So where’s your date? It’s almost midnight.

Um– oh.

Uh…

Where’s yours?

Joy? She seems to have disappeared.

Huh. Yeah, I don’t see Johnny or Chanel either.

Oh.

Hey, everybody, the ball is about to drop. 0… all: 9, 8, 7… 6, 5, 4… 3, 2, . Happy New Year!

[jazzy instrumental of “Auld Lang Syne” ]

[sighs]

[laughs]

Happy New Year.

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Sorry I missed the big moment. Do I get a do over?

Of course.

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[grunts, sighs]

What do you want? It’s going to be midnight soon.

Not to sound like a jerk, OK, but why did you come here tonight?

Because your wife invited us. And as we’ve already established, she’s not an easy person to say no to.

OK, all right, fine. But we have to figure something out, OK? It’s very stressful having you here, you know that?

You don’t think this is stressful for me, walking around pretending like I’m having fun and everything’s cool? My God, if Chanel knew what happened between you and me–

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Damn, it’s still not enough to get me out of this hole. [knocking on door]

Oh.

Hi.

Hey.

Hey.

I thought you were going to call.

Yeah, sorry. I knew you were staying at Julie’s. So I figured I’d just come in person instead.

Holly, what’s wrong? Did your boyfriend have a problem with you going to the concert with me?

No, he didn’t care about that. He’s kind of got his own problems to deal with.

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Hey, just checked traffic. We should be able to make it in about three hours.

I can’t go.

Why? I talked to Holly. She understands.

No, no, it’s– it’s not because of Holly.

Then why can’t we go?

Because of me. We haven’t been introduced. I’m Amy Choi, Sophia’s mother.

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You’re replacing me?

As you know, it is my responsibility to appoint the district attorney. And I’ve decided to go in a different direction.

A different direction? But we’ve been through this before, Paulina. Why now?

Look, Commissioner Hunter and I have been discussing recent events and we felt that–

Whoa, whoa, whoa. What do you mean “we felt?” Wait a minute. Was this your idea?

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[suspenseful music]

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If EJ wants to stow me away in the West Wing, I can at least get some provisions. What the hell?

Hiya, Rafe. It’s me, your old pal, Arnold Feniger. Remember me?

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

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Arnold Feniger? But you’re–you’re dead. You died in a prison, like, 5 years ago.

It was like 3 /2, but who’s counting?

They thought you were me.

Oh, that, yeah. Well, you see, that whole thing, it was one big misunderstanding. Obviously, since I’m standing here. It never happened.

What do you mean, it never happened?

Do I need to spell it out for you, bud? OK, fine. EJ DiMera faked my death.

[dramatic music]

I see what’s happening here. You told the mayor to replace me.

It doesn’t matter whose idea it was. Ultimately, it’s my decision.

And yet you still haven’t given me a proper explanation for it.

You really want to hear that?

I believe I deserve an answer.

Fine. To put it bluntly, you’ve been botching cases left and right, bending the laws when you’re not outright breaking them, using the power of the office to settle your own personal issues. Is that enough of an explanation for you?

Actually, no, it isn’t. I stand by every decision I’ve made as district attorney.

And I don’t stand by even one of those self-serving, amoral decisions, which is why– and this time there is no coming back from this– no matter what the hell you threaten, EJ DiMera, you are fired.

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So tell me what’s going on with your boyfriend, unless you’d rather not say.

Yeah, I’d rather not.

OK, that’s fine. But whatever it is, it’s obviously upsetting you a lot. Would it help you to talk about it?

Yeah. Yeah, maybe it would. OK, but if I tell you, you have to promise you’re not going to tell anyone else.

Of course not. No.

Right, well, when I went over to his house to see if it was OK if we used those concert tickets or not, Tate was on his way out with Sophia.

Sophia?

His ex.

But you said he was going out of town.

Yeah. And at first, I thought he was taking her with him to visit his grandparents in California, which was bad enough–

But he wasn’t taking her there?

No, no, it was all a lie. He wasn’t even going to visit his grandparents. He was going to take Sophia to get an abortion. [sighs]

It’s nice to meet you, Mrs. Choi.

I’m not sure I believe you.

Excuse me?

Tate, I’m so sorry. My mom was talking to my boss, and it turned into this big mess.

Don’t apologize to him. He’s the one who should be apologizing to me.

Sorry. Apologizing for what?

For sneaking around with my daughter behind my back and for getting her pregnant.

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Hey.

Hey. Hi.

Hey. I got your message.

Oh.

You didn’t get another threatening text, did you?

Oh, actually, I did.

Let’s see this. Thank you.

[laughs]

Great. “Stay away from Brady or else.” Or else, oh, well, that’s new.

Yeah, well, I guess Kristen is stepping up her warnings.

Huh.

Huh what?

It’s just that this text came in on Christmas.

Kristen’s version of spreading a little holiday cheer.

It’s just that I was with Kristen on Christmas, for a little while, anyway.

Oh, you were with Kristen?

It was a last minute thing. She called and asked me if I wanted to see Rachel.

Talk about a Christmas miracle.

I know. She said a friend talked her into it. I don’t know. I mentioned the text to her, and she swore that she didn’t send them.

Oh, she swore, did she? I know that Kristen and the truth are like strangers. I got to say, I know her, and I think she was being sincere.

So you really don’t think that she was the one sending the texts?

Ava, I know it’s weird. But it’s too–it’s too simple. It’s too innocent. She’s usually much less on the nose and more conniving.

OK. Look, I would really like to put faith in Kristen’s sincerity, but I got to say, Brady, I think you’re way off on this one.

Why?

Well, because I hired Steve to look into the texts. And he used a location tracking device. And it confirmed that the texts were coming from the DiMera estate.

Oh.

Yeah, oh.

Look, I’m really sorry that you are having to deal with this. I promise you, I’m going to put an end to it.

It’s OK. Actually, it’s not the reason that I called you here today. I need to tell you something about your son.

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Tate and I were broken up when he started seeing Sophia. But then we got back together shortly after that. And they weren’t even a couple for that long, but–

Long enough for her to get pregnant?

Yeah.

Man, I’m sorry. But why did they need to go away?

Sophia’s not 8 yet. And I guess the state doesn’t allow you to get an abortion without parental consent, which, knowing her mom, it’s like a total no go.

So she and Tate were traveling out of state for the procedure?

Right, which is why he told me he was visiting his grandparents, so I didn’t have to find out.

Right. Of course. And do you think he was ever going to tell you the truth?

Honestly? Probably not.

Mrs. Choi, I get it. I get why you’re upset. I do.

Well, that’s a comfort, isn’t it?

Mom.

I guess what I mean is that Sophia and I were careful. Like–

Apparently, you and I have very different definitions of careful.

OK, I just– what I mean to say is that I really did not mean for any of us to end up here.

Well, that much is clear. But there was a very simple way this could have been avoided. You two should not have been having sex to begin with.

Mom, please.

I thought I raised my daughter better than this. She worked hard in school. She was about to go to college for pre-med. Did you know that?

Yeah. I–

And now I find out she’s pregnant.

I understand that Sophia has really big plans for her future, and so do I, which is why we can’t have this baby, why this would be a mistake.

Tate, stop.

No, no, that’s– I’m sorry. But that’s why we made this appointment.

There will be no appointment, young man. My daughter will have an abortion over my dead body.

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Well, since you’ve so unceremoniously fired me, may I ask who you’re replacing me with?

No, you may not.

Don’t tell me it’s Melinda Trask.

You’ll learn the name of your replacement right along with the rest of Salem when I give a press conference to announce it.

So that’s it? You’re fired. Goodbye. Don’t let the door hit you on the way out. I mean, for pity’s sake, we’re family, Paulina. Our children are married.

Yeah, I’m aware. But unlike you, I do not let my personal life dictate my professional one. And, you know, hey, I’m sorry it ended up this way. At least we made it through the holidays.

Paulina, please. You are making a huge mistake.

Yeah, well, we’ll see. Right, Commissioner?

I know you pushed her into this. And rest assured, Commissioner, you are not going to get away with this.

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[door slams]

Well, all things considered, I thought that went pretty well.

EJ faked your death?

With a little help from his pops.

Stefano?

Yeah. You see, they were afraid that I was going to testify against them for the whole “stealing your life” scheme, which was actually pretty smart of them, because I totally was.

Huh. Great.

Yeah. And then we pulled a fast one with the syringe and the little happy juice, and then they whisked me off to Argentina, never to be heard from again.

Yeah, except now you’re here.

Yeah. I was in hiding for 4 years. And now I’m back.

Uh-huh. You know, it seems like maybe that was a mistake since now I know you’re here. You should have done a better job sneaking around.

You were the one who was sneaking around.

Yeah, OK, well, let’s just call it a lucky coincidence. Either way, you’re going back to jail.

What are you doing?

What do you think I’m doing? I’m calling the cops.

Afraid I can’t let you do that!

So after you realized Tate was taking this girl to get an abortion, what happened?

Well, he obviously said he was sorry and that he didn’t mean for this to happen. Oh, and that they used protection.

I guess it wasn’t all that protective.

Yeah, no kidding. But he also told me that he loves me and that as soon as she gets an abortion, we can just put it behind us, like it never even happened.

He said that, huh?

Yeah, he said it doesn’t have to change anything between us.

Except I’m getting a sense that you don’t feel the same way.

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So I had a little run-in with Mrs. Choi today, Sophia’s mom.

Yeah.

Yeah. And in the course of our conversation, I may have implied that Sophia and Tate were having a little bit of drama more recently than prom. Which led Mrs. Choi to believe that Sophia was seeing Tate behind her back. And then Sophia showed up, and she admitted that she and Tate were– well, that they had sex.

I see.

Yeah.

And I assume Mrs. Choi did not take that very well.

Oh, no, no, she did not.

OK. Well, thank you for telling me. And if I get an angry phone call from her, I’ll be prepared for it.

It’s a little more complicated than that.

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Mom, please, can we not have this discussion right now?

We are having it now. Because Tate obviously doesn’t understand the magnitude of this situation. My daughter is well aware of how I feel about abortion. But I suppose I’ll have to explain it to you. My religion forbids it, which means I forbid it. I am very pro-life. I assume your parents are not.

I don’t know. Actually, we haven’t had that conversation.

I see. Well, I believe that life begins at conception and that every life is precious and sacred. So as angry and disappointed as I am that this pregnancy happened in the first place, and even though it’s going to disrupt my daughter’s future, you are having this baby. And the two of you are going to raise it together.

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Whew, I’m glad that ugliness is over.

Is it, though?

EJ is out as DA. All that’s left to do is officially extend the offer to Belle Black.

Right. Right. And she did agree to take the job, so–

What’s wrong? This is what you wanted, isn’t it?

It is. But you heard EJ just now.

What, you mean when he threatened you? Oh. [laughs] Are you surprised?

I mean, I guess a little bit. I don’t know. I guess I thought maybe he would be relieved. Maybe he would see it coming.

Well, he probably will be relieved once he gets over himself. [laughs] You know, for all that man’s grandiosity, at the end of the day, he’s just a petulant little boy.

Petulant and dangerous.

Pish posh. When I was in real estate, I ran into dozens of men like him– privileged, entitled, unused to being challenged, especially by a strong woman. EJ was fired. So what? You ask me, that man, he could stand to be knocked down a few pegs.

Sorry, pal. I guess the best Rafe won. I gotta say, though, it’s got to be pretty humiliating because you tangled with yourself and lost. No hard feelings, pal. I did what I had to do. After a decade and a half away from Salem, I wasn’t going to make my way back here and then just get thrown in the slammer. [exhales]

What the hell?

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Don’t you worry about EJ DiMera. I know his type. He’s all talk.

Not from what I’ve seen and heard. When that man wants something, he seems to be very much about the follow-through.

Not in this case. I mean, really, you think he’s going to go up against the police commissioner?

He seemed awfully upset.

Well, he might be mad, but he’s not stupid.

Well, I guess we’ll see.

Look, I’m the one who fired his ass. It was my decision to make, and there’s nothing he can do about it. So enjoy being free from that man for this new year. Call your fiancé. Share the good news. Hm.

[chuckles]

[soft music]

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Well, he’s still alive, no thanks to you. What the hell were you doing, Arnold? You are Arnold, aren’t you?

Yeah, of course it’s me. You said to make myself scarce. So I went upstairs.

Yes, yes?

Yeah, so then I wanted some food. So I came down here. I saw Hernandez. He was in the living room, and I had to think quick. So you’re welcome, by the way.

What the hell is he still doing here? I thought I got rid of him.

Yeah, guess not.

Did he see you?

Yeah, of course he saw me. He was going to call the cops. Why do you think I smashed him in the head?

Did you mention my name?

Well, you know, it’s not like we had a sit-down conversation.

Answer the question. Did you mention my name?

Well, he wanted to know why I was still alive and how I was still alive. So yeah, I told him that you and your father faked my death.

Oh, for the love of– [phone ringing] What the hell do we do now?

Easy. I got this. “Jah-dah’s” calling. Who’s “Jah-dah?”

It’s Jada. And its Rafe’s fiancée, who also happens to be the commissioner of police. Cops dating cops, typical. [clears throat]

What the hell do you think you’re doing?

Hello, baby doll. How’s it shaking?

Oh, hi to you, too, baby doll. [laughs] So I was calling to share some news with you.

OK. What’s up?

Well, I’m just leaving work. Do you want to meet me at the pub?

Oh, um–

I mean, unless you’re busy.

It’s nothing I can’t handle.

Sophia’s pregnant? She told you that?

Well, not exactly.

What–what does that mean?

OK, so when Sophia showed up, not only did she get pressured into admitting that she and Tate had sex, but… she threw up and then told her mom that she was pregnant.

And the baby’s– it’s Tate’s.

Yeah.

I can’t believe this.

Do you think– did they use protection? Why didn’t they use protection?

I-I thought they had.

I’m sorry. No, no, no. I know this is not your problem– not your problem, I’m sorry.

You know, I know it’s not my problem. But I am really sorry. I’m sorry that I am the bearer of this news.

No, it’s just they’re so young. You know, they’re both going to college. Tate has his whole life ahead of him. And to get a girl pregnant right now, are you kidding me?

I know. I know. You know what? It’s tough. It’s obviously going to upend Sophia’s life, too.

Oh. Yeah. This is going to change everything for both of them.

Yeah.

How does Tate think this won’t change anything between us? I mean, we just said we loved each other for the first time on Christmas Eve. And he’s already gotten another girl pregnant. And… [laughs] It’s like even if Sophia doesn’t have this baby, they’re always going to have this thing between them. Whereas, he and I, we haven’t even… You know, never mind.

I think I know what you were going to say.

Yeah, I’m sure you do. Damn. I’m really trying to be mature about all this. Like, I know Tate didn’t mean to hurt me.

Still, Holly, you have every right to be upset.

I’m not just upset. It’s like nothing will ever be the same. No matter what happens next, it’s hard to see how we can just go back to the way things were.

Mrs. Choi, Sophia and I are not a couple anymore.

Well, that’s not really up to you, is it? You two created this baby together, which means you’re going to raise this baby together. As I said, my grandchild will not be born out of wedlock.

[scoffs] I’m sorry, did you just say wedlock?

Mom, what are you even talking about?

What did you think I meant when I said you’ll raise this baby together, that you two would live in sin? Oh, no. No. For the sake of this child, you’re getting married.

[dramatic music]

Did Sophia happen to say what her plans are?

You mean what she’s going to do about the baby? Yeah, she didn’t really get a chance. Her mom yanked her off before she could get into it.

So we have no idea what she’s thinking?

No.

OK.

Yeah.

Well, I guess I’d better go home and find out. Ah, thank you for telling me, for being a very good friend. Appreciate it.

Yeah, of course. Hey, good luck.

Thanks.

[mellow music]

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Mrs. Choi, I get that this is a complicated situation. But with all due respect, I’m not going to marry your daughter. Like I said, we’re not even in a relationship.

But you were.

Yeah, but I have a girlfriend now.

A girlfriend? But you got my daughter pregnant.

They were broken up at the time.

I see. So you were just using my daughter?

No, Mom, it wasn’t like that.

You know what, I don’t want to talk about this anymore. I have a pounding headache, and we need to start planning a wedding.

A wedding?

And in the end, this child will be a blessing. Now let’s go. I have no idea how we’re going to explain this to your father, but you’ll be hearing from us soon.

[dramatic music]

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[door slams]

Oh, God. How am I going to tell you this? [sighs]

Thanks. Bet when I offered you those tickets, you weren’t expecting to end up on an episode of “Teen Mom.”

[laughs] No, no, I can’t say that I did.

Yeah, well, welcome to the drama that’s my life.

Hey, why don’t we just go to the concert?

Really?

Yeah. I mean, it’s New Year’s Eve. Tate’s going away, anyways. It might be good for you not to think about him for a few hours while we’re at the show.

I don’t think I’d be really good company right now.

Oh, come on. Don’t worry about that. Honestly, I just– I want to go see the show. And I think you could use the distraction. So…

I appreciate the offer, Doug. Really I do. But I bought those tickets for Tate. Hard to imagine I won’t spend the entire time thinking about how he should be there with me, wondering what he’s doing instead.

OK, well, then I will see you soon, baby cakes. [line beeps]

What the hell was that?

Well, I found that ladies like it when you give them little pet names.

I mean, why would you answer Rafe’s phone and talk to his fiancée?

I just wanted to see if I could pull it off after all these years. And it turns out I fooled her completely.

Oh, well, good for you. But now she’s expecting to meet Rafe at the pub. Give me that phone.

Would you relax?

Oh, you idiot. What do you think’s going to happen when Rafe doesn’t show?

Well, maybe I didn’t think that part through completely.

It’s not enough that this woman got me fired. Now she’s going to have me arrested, too.

She got you fired?

I don’t want to talk about it. I just want to fix this mess!

OK, well, then what are you going to do?

Well, Arnold, you may have made this disaster, but now we both have to clean it up.

[whimsical music]

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Hey, thanks again for listening. And I appreciate you offering to take me to the concert.

The offer still stands.

I’m sorry. I just–I can’t do it.

So what are you going to do?

Tonight? Probably go sulk in my room.

Oh, come on. It’s New Year’s Eve.

Well, I’m not feeling very festive.

OK, I understand that you don’t want to go out tonight. That makes sense to me. But you can’t be alone when the ball drops, OK? It’s bad luck. So why don’t you just stay here and watch it here with me?

I really don’t feel like being around a bunch of people. I’m sorry.

Oh, no. Chad’s in Orlando with his kids. And I think JJ’s got some plans tonight. And Julie said she was going to bed early. So it’s just the two of us. We can order sushi, pizza, whatever you want. What do you say?

Yeah, sure. Why not?

[soft music] [laughs]

[dramatic music]

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Hey.

Hey.

You OK?

Yeah.

Tate, I just talked to Ava. And she told me that she had a little run-in with Sophia and her mother.

Yeah, I heard about that.

Mm-hmm. Is there anything that you want to tell me?

Something tells me you already know.

I do, son. But I want to hear the details from you.

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Well, this last day of the year has gone from bad to worse. Let’s just hope that Arnold doesn’t screw things up worse than he already has. All right.

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Hi there.

Hi.

You look great.

Well, I’m not sure if that’s true, but thanks for saying it.

Yeah. [clears throat] So what’s the big news?

OK, well, you know we’ve been dealing with this DA situation, and…

What about it? Something wrong?

Did you–did you change your clothes?

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 [siren blaring]

I got your message.

Madam Mayor, I appreciate you coming.

You wanted to discuss some things with me?

I do.

It’s about replacing EJ DiMera as DA.

Replace EJ as– did I miss something? Who–who was proposing that we do that?

I am.

I see. Well, since you got it all figured out, you got a candidate in mind?

I do. Belle Black.

[soft dramatic music]

Belle?

Shawn. Why, did you forget I was still in Salem?

No, of course not. I just didn’t expect to see you here. You have a client in the holding or something?

No, I just– I had a meeting with Jada.

Oh. About a case?

No, not really.

You know, you’re fidgeting right now. And you only do that when you’re anxious. So what is it? What’s going on?

[clears throat] You promise you won’t say anything?

Yeah, of course.

Jada asked if I would consider replacing EJ as the DA.

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Let’s back this up a tad, shall we? I mean, if you hate Argentina so much, there’s a whole planet worth of places to choose from. [doorbell rings]

You want me to get that?

No! No, I do not. You stay put. I’ll get rid of whoever it is. Then clean this mess up.

[mellow jazz music]

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[door clicks]

[mysterious music]

Rafe, what do I owe the displeasure?

I’m here on behalf of Ava Vitali.

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Kristen, stay the hell away– from me.

[soft guitar music]

[soft dramatic music]

Sophia? You sure you’re okay with this?

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That’s not the point, is it? I mean, it’s not like you want to have a baby, so… this is what we have to do. Come on. Let’s go.

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[dramatic music]

Holly?

What the hell is going on here?

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

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Nothing. Nothing is going– Sophia, she’s here–

I am such an idiot. You want to know why I came here, Tate? I came here because I was going to ask if you minded if I went to that concert with a guy. He’s new in town, and I thought he could use a friend. And I can’t believe I was worried you might be jealous of that. Meanwhile, here you are doing what? Going on a pleasure trip with her?

[dramatic music]

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I’m sorry. I– I thought you were someone else.

Clearly.

Do I know you?

I’m Amy Choi, Sophia’s mother. We met before her interview at The Bistro.

Yes, that’s right. Of course.

I’m sorry I startled you. I was just hoping to ask you for a favor.

Oh, yeah, sure.

Sophia is going to look at colleges with a friend this weekend, but she forgot to pack her retainer. I know it’s a short trip, but I would rather not spend thousands on another round of orthodontia.

I don’t blame you. [laughs]

So would you mind giving it to her when she comes in today? They’re leaving right after her shift. I was going to drop it at her friend’s, but since I ran into you.

Okay. Yeah, well, normally, I’d be– I’d be more than happy to. But Sophia’s not working today.

What?

[mellow guitar music]

Ava Vitali? That woman is a menace. Whatever trouble she’s gotten herself into now, I can assure you it has nothing to do with me.

Yeah, well, it actually appears as though someone has been causing trouble for Ava. As I’m sure you know, I’m no longer with Salem PD. I’ve taken a job as a PI for Black Patch. And Ava has hired us to find the source of these threatening texts that she’s been receiving.

Well, I’m afraid you’re wasting your time harassing me about it, Hernandez, since I can assure you I haven’t given that woman a millisecond of thought in quite some time. Now as you know, she has a lot of enemies. So I suggest you go bark up a different tree.

Yeah, sure. But this isn’t just a hunch, EJ. You see, my boss, Steve Johnson, has already traced the origin of the texts to this house.

[tense music]

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Wait a minute. Mayor Price is firing EJ?

Shh! Would you keep your voice down?

I’m sorry. I guess the old commish is sick and tired of you always whipping EJ’s ass in court?

I wouldn’t exactly put it that way, but Jada did say she’s going to have a conversation with the mayor and see if she’d be open to making the change.

And if she does, are you going to take the job?

I–I admit I had some reservations. I did. But Jada is very persuasive. And honestly, I think I’d really enjoy working with her.

Yeah, I mean, come on. Jada is great.

Yeah, but the thing is, she said she needed an answer from me before she would broach the topic with the mayor. So I already committed to her if– if it all works out.

Well, this is–this is huge.

Yeah, but it’s not official yet, so mum’s the word. I really don’t want EJ to find out if it all falls apart.

Yeah, no, no. Right, right, yeah. I mean, I can only imagine what his reaction is going to be if it does happen, especially with your history.

Our history? Really, Shawn? I know what that’s a euphemism for, I think.

No, Belle. Come on. I didn’t mean it like that.

Yeah, you did. Yeah, you did. Right in the middle of what I thought was a perfectly friendly conversation. You just couldn’t help but bring up my affair with him, could you? Thank you for throwing that in my face yet again.

I didn’t know you were in the business of hiring DAs.

Okay, I know this may seem like I’m going outside of my lane here. And of course, this would have to be your decision.

You’re just offering your professional opinion?

Well, yes, I am. Mayor Price, I can only keep this city safe if the criminals I arrest are brought to justice.

Mm, so you think another defense attorney would be better at the job than a man whose only Christmas wish is the blood of his enemy?

Honestly, I do. Hattie Adams just walked because EJ attempted to question her without her lawyer present.

Hattie walked?

Thanks to EJ’s blatant disregard for the legal process. He made Belle Black’s job easy. She got hold of his blunder and used that information to help her client.

So she’s the better lawyer.

I think so. But when EJ underperforms, I can’t help but wonder if it’s a matter of legal skills and competence or lack thereof.

What? What are you saying?

Look, it’s known that the DiMeras have connections to organized crime. And EJ has not kept his hands clean in the past. So sometimes when he lets certain criminals run free, I can’t help but think that he has an ulterior motive.

[dramatic music]

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That is preposterous. As I’ve already expressed, Ava is of no concern to me. So why would I waste my time sending text messages?

EJ, relax. Okay? Now this might come as a surprise to you, but not everything is about you. We have reason to believe that the texts were sent by your sister. Is she here?

No, she’s not. She’s at work. So if you want to trot on over to DiMera Enterprises and question her there–

Thank you. I’ll do that. But while I’m here, I– I actually do have some questions for you about another matter.

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I’m certain Sophia told me she was working the lunch shift today. Are you saying my daughter is lying to me?

No. You know what, I think I am mixing her up with another one of my employees who asked for the next couple of days off. Yes. So I am more than happy to give Sophia her retainer when she comes in.

Thank you. I’m relieved.

Yeah.

And I’m sorry if I seem overly cautious. I do trust Sophia, but she is a teenager.

Yeah, I get it. I’m a mother myself. But you know what, with Sophia, I don’t think you need to worry. She is a very responsible employee, and she is a wonderful young woman. You should be very proud.

Oh, I am. But since you seem to have gotten to know her fairly well, I wonder if you can tell me, has she been acting differently recently?

Not that I’ve noticed. Why?

Well, these past few weeks, she’s been distant, also sleeping more than usual. And when I ask her about her old friends, she just tells me she doesn’t talk to them anymore.

Oh, yeah. Well, I can understand why she wouldn’t be talking to Holly Jonas and Tate Black after how they treated her.

Yes, it was very hurtful of that young man to pretend he was interested in my daughter when he only had eyes for her best friend.

Yeah. So if she’s been seeming a little off this week, you know, the past couple of weeks, then that’s probably why. But she’ll bounce back. I’m sure it’ll just take a little time.

But the prom was last spring. Why would she be suddenly upset about that again?

Oh, right. That’s–that’s true. The prom was a little while ago. But you know, recently– recently, Sophia told me that Tate and Holly got back together again. And so that’s probably what happened, that the old feelings just resurfaced from– from prom.

You weren’t talking about prom, were you? Has something happened more recently, Ms. Vitali? Has my daughter been seeing this boy behind my back?

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Holly, it is not what–

It’s not what, Tate? I’d really like to hear you try and spin this right now. What is the perfectly logical reason why the two of you guys are leaving together, bags in hand, when you told me you were visiting your grandparents in California?

Okay. I know what you must think.

Have you guys been seeing each other this entire time?

No, no, no. Sophia and I are not seeing each other.

No, of course not. You guys just are taking an innocent, platonic trip together that you lied to me about for no reason at all.

[soft dramatic music]

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I seriously have to be the one to say it? We’re not going to Disneyland, Holly. We’re going to get an abortion.

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Mrs. Choi, I think I gave you the wrong idea about Sophia. She is a great kid. And I don’t know how much she confides in you.

Clearly, a lot less than she confides in you. What is going on with my daughter that she’s not telling me?

With all due respect, I think you need to be having this conversation with Sophia.

Will she tell me the truth? Ms. Vitali, you said you’re a mother, right?

I am.

Then you must know how I feel. So, mother to mother, please tell me. What happened between my daughter and Tate Black?

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An abortion? Sophia, you’re pregnant?

No, he is. What do you think? Come on, Tate. Let’s go.

Hey, can I please just have a few moments with Holly first? Alone, please?

Fine. But when I get back, we’re leaving.

[soft tense music]

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Holly, I’m so sorry.

You’re sorry? Really? That’s all you have to say?

You know, she and– we only had sex the one time, and we used a condom.

What about that time you said my name in bed with her?

Yeah, but we had only just started. I–I have no idea how this happened.

You have no idea?

No, you know what I mean. I just–I thought we were careful. Like, I was shocked when she told me.

How long have you known?

Just a couple of days.

And she’s sure it’s yours?

Yeah. She’s sure.

Oh, my God. I really didn’t see this one coming.

Holly… I can’t tell you how sorry I am. I– I just–I thought if I told you that it would be like salt in the wound. And–

Yeah.

I just didn’t see any reason to do that to you.

So it was your idea to hide this from me?

I just wanted to protect you. I didn’t want to hurt you. Now I am pretty sure that that was the wrong call.

No, you were right. I was definitely going to feel like this if you told me. Still kind of wish you did, though.

Well, just for the record, Sophia didn’t want anyone to find out, either. She’s really freaked out, too.

Mm. I can imagine.

Obviously, Sophia doesn’t want to have this baby any more than I do. And she can’t have an abortion in this state without parental consent, which she said her parents would never give her.

Yeah, I know her parents. She’s not wrong.

So we found a clinic out of state. And I figured that we would go, take care of it, and come back, and no one would find out.

Right. Especially not me.

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What happened between EJ and me was a mistake. And it’s completely irrelevant.

Listen, I know. I’m sorry. I swear to you, I was not trying to be an ass. I mean, I know we’ve gotten past the whole you and EJ thing.

Oh, so now it’s “the whole EJ and me thing,” instead of the whole it was our “history.”

Okay, look. Belle. Belle. We don’t have to discuss this, okay? I only brought it up because I’m worried about you. Look, I know that EJ is going to take this very personally when he loses a job to you. And I know how vindictive he can be.

I know that. Listen, I don’t even know if I wanted to stay in Salem, and much less start a war with EJ DiMera. I didn’t exactly have that on my bingo card for 2025.

Well, then why did you say yes to Jada, then?

Well, because she pointed out that the DA has been ineffective as of late. And yeah, part of that’s on me. Part of that is because I’ve been doing a good job defending people who may or may not be guilty. And maybe it’s time to be on the other side of that. Maybe I should be putting some guilty people away.

Yeah. Yeah. I remember you wanting to make that switch a while back.

Yeah. And I think maybe now is the time. Claire is all set up in South Africa. She doesn’t need me there, really. And I’m starting to feel like I am needed here. I mean, you should have heard what Jada was saying about EJ.

Yeah, I mean, it sounds like he’s been giving the department hell.

Yeah, well, he’s using the law to selectively prosecute his enemies and avoid prosecuting his friends, and– and he’s going to play dirty to win if he thinks he can get away with it.

Yeah, there’s no surprise there.

At least I know that I would operate from a place of integrity and be on the right side of the law

Yeah, I agree. You would make a huge improvement over EJ as DA.

[suspenseful music]

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You think EJ is letting criminals go free on purpose?

It’s a possibility. You do remember that case that he– that deal he made with his brother, Stefan?

Oh, yes, oh, yes. And we had a chat about that, believe me. But Hattie Adams? She poisoned his son. You think he wanted her to walk?

Not necessarily. Look, I’m not saying he’s intentional every time. But I have noticed a very concerning pattern.

EJ is very conscious about his image and his prosecution record. I highly doubt that he’d be dumb enough to make a pattern of deliberately throwing cases.

Maybe not overtly, but in the last month, EJ declined to prosecute at least six cases here that I believe would have been winnable in court. And look, I’ve done some research. And out of those six cases, there were four– four involved were family members of DiMera associates.

Oh, son of a– oh. Okay, I’ll admit it. That doesn’t look good.

Look, I haven’t proved it yet. But–but no, it does not.

Oh.

So… am I hearing that you may be open to my idea?

Well, it’s no secret that I’ve had serious issues with EJ in the past. Only a few months ago, I replaced him with Melinda Trask. But that lasted for about one minute, because that bastard, he pushed back with a vengeance. Even threatened to have me recalled.

He was behind that?

Yes, he was. And I shouldn’t have let him get away with it. But situation was and is complicated by the fact that my daughter is married to his son. And I don’t want to cause any more drama in that family. Lord knows there’s plenty of that already there.

Whatever else you feel compelled to harass me about, it isn’t a good time.

Why so antsy, EJ? You really want me to come back tomorrow and question you again?

Very well. What is it?

Okay. Now, I have been hired by a client to find out the identity of the new Lady Whistleblower and stop him or her from spoiling future “Body & Soul” storylines. Is something funny?

[laughs] [clears throat] No, no, no, no, no. I understand this is a very serious business, and I am glad you’re keeping yourself occupied during your newfound spare time. Please, please continue.

Thank you.

[chuckles]

We originally thought that it was Hattie Adams, but now we have reason to believe that it is someone else. I know your son is the director for “Body & Soul.”

Yes. And while I’m happy for my son and his burgeoning television career, I must admit I don’t really care for soap operas myself. So while I find this line of questioning amusing, you can tell your anonymous client that I am not, nor have I ever been a gossip columnist under the pseudonym “Lady Whistleblower.”

Again with the paranoia, EJ. Listen, you are not a suspect.

Then why the hell are you here wasting my time?

Because I intend to question everyone on the cast and crew of “Body & Soul.” So I was hoping to come here and ask Johnny and Chanel some questions. Maybe they have some information about where these leaks are coming from.

Well, Johnny and Chanel aren’t here, either. So I’m afraid you’ve completely wasted a trip. [glass shatters]

[suspenseful music]

What was that?

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[tense jazz music]

Oops.

I have no idea what that noise was.

Yeah, well, don’t you want to go check? It sounded like glass breaking.

Whatever it is, I’m sure Harold will take care of it.

You’re not even mildly curious? I mean, what if it was an irreplaceable Ming vase.

Oh, we have too many of them, really. Rachel broke one just last week practicing karate, and I told her not to fret. Because at the end of the day, things are just things.

Uh-huh.

Mm-hmm.

You know, frankly, EJ, you are acting strange, even for you. When I first got here, you were anxious for no reason. And now you are calm as could be, even though we have heard glass breaking in the other room. Your demeanor is making my spidey senses tingle.

Huh. I didn’t know you had any senses, let alone spidey, tingly ones.

Ah, well, then maybe I should go check it out.

Absolutely not.

Okay, then. Out with it, EJ. What are you hiding?

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If you think replacing EJ is too fraught, I understand.

Now you got me looking like a hypocrite. If I let this go because EJ is family, then aren’t I just taking a page right out of his playbook?

No, Mayor Price, look. I know that this is a hard decision for you. But if I may, okay, in order to keep the streets of Salem safe, I can’t do it alone.

Of course not. I know. I know. And I know I’ve been breathing down your neck about some things that aren’t entirely within your control. I can be a tough boss, but I do hear you, Jada.

Thank you. And I understand that you’ll need some time to think about this.

No, I don’t need any time to think about it. I already made up my mind. EJ needs to go.

I’m glad we’re on the same page.

However, I don’t need a revolving door of DAs. Now I need somebody who’s ready to step into the position and who will stay there for the long haul.

I thought you might say that. And I hope I’m not overstepping here, but I did speak with Belle Black already, and she agreed to take the position, if offered.

I see.

Mm-hmm. Look, not only is she on the side of justice, but she is also a shark. She’s won three cases in the short time she’s been here in Salem, two against EJ.

There is no doubt, there’s no doubt that Ms. Black has a very impressive record as a defense attorney. And I trust your instincts, Jada. So if she’s willing to commit, I say that we extend the offer.

Great. I’m sure she’ll be happy with your decision.

Hmm. EJ, on the other hand…

Do you think he might go after you?

Oh, yeah. He definitely will. But I say bring it. Doing what’s right for the people of Salem, that’s all that really matters. And I am not going to be bullied by that man again.

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Well, thank you for the vote of confidence. It means a lot. But you do realize that if I am offered this position, not only are we both staying in Salem, but we’d be working together. So I guess I should ask you if you’re okay with that.

I mean, I think that we’ve been doing pretty well so far, you know, being around each other. I mean, yes, I know I did put my foot in my mouth earlier, but I’d say for the most part, you know?

We haven’t started World War III or anything.

Yeah, exactly. I don’t see us taking it that far. So– so yeah, you know what? I’m okay with us working together, as long as you are.

[soft dramatic music]

So this is really happening.

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Holly, I–I am so, so sorry. You do realize this doesn’t have to change anything with us, right?

Are you serious?

Yeah. Why would it? It’s not like Sophia and I have feelings for each other. She’s not going to have this baby. She wants to put all of this behind her as much as we do.

Yeah, I’m sure she does, considering she wants to graduate college in three years, and get her MD, her PhD. She has her whole future mapped out, and it certainly doesn’t include having a kid before she’s out of high school.

Yes, you’re right. You’re right. Look… I know that this is a lot for us to deal with right now. But as long as Sophia and I can go take care of this, you know, everything is going to work out in the end, I promise. And since I am her ride, I feel like it would be a jerk move to back out now. So are you okay with this, me taking her out of state?

I guess I have to be.

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I understand that you care about your daughter.

Of course I care. I am her mother. I have a right to know.

Mom? What’s going on?

Your boss and I were just having a very interesting conversation about you and Tate Black.

I’m so sorry. I thought–

What did you say to her?

She said enough.

[mellow guitar music]

Mom… can we please not do this in the middle of the town square?

Oh, we are doing this right now. Were you sneaking around with this boy? Did you kiss him?

Did I– Um, oh, wow, okay. I guess I– I should be honest. A few weeks ago, I was at Tate’s house, working on a group project, and he kissed me. And I know you wouldn’t approve, so I didn’t tell you. And I’m sorry, but– but Tate’s back with Holly now, so you don’t have to worry about us kissing anymore.

That’s the full story?

Yeah.

Then why do you look so smug? What else have you done, Sophia?

Nothing.

Are you doing drugs?

No.

I don’t believe a word coming out of your mouth.

Fine. You’re right as always. You shouldn’t believe me, okay? Because Tate and I, we’ve done a lot more than kissing.

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Are you saying that you’ve had sex with this boy?

Why don’t we take this conversation indoors?

You know how your father and I feel about sex before marriage. You know how God feels.

[mellow guitar music]

Look, Mom. Please, I think I’m going to be sick.

She does look a little pale. Why don’t we at least sit down?

She’s fine. And you are not her mother. You should go find another teenager to corrupt and let me handle this. So you’re saying you had sex with this boy, and then he left you for Holly. Am I understanding that correctly?

That about sums it up.

See? What have I told you about boys your age, Sophia?

Only care about one thing.

And was I right? You know you could have caught all kinds of diseases. You could be pregnant. We need to take you to the gynecologist.

Too late for that, Mom. Way too late. [retches]

Sophia’s parents are beyond strict. If they ever found out she was having an abortion–

They won’t.

So everything’s fine and I shouldn’t be so worked up about this.

Holly, I got Sophia pregnant. And so I feel like I have to be there for her right now. You understand that, right?

Yeah, of course, but–

And you also understand that this does not change anything between us. Like, Sophia doesn’t want to be with me. She hates me as much as she hates you.

I don’t know, Tate. At this point, I feel like, I don’t know, maybe the universe is trying to tell us that maybe we aren’t meant to be together.

Screw the universe. Are you kidding me? No, look, I know, I know, I know we’ve been through a lot, but all of that has made us stronger. So you know, if the universe wants to try and tear us apart, great. I’d like to see it try.

[soft dramatic music]

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I love you, Holly.

I love you, too, Tate.

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I’ll be home soon. Okay?

Okay. I’ll be waiting.

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You trespass into my home and demand to know what I’m hiding, who the hell do you think you are?

Well, clearly someone that’s gotten under your skin.

Well, you can suspect me all you want. So unless you have a warrant– oh, but of course, they don’t give you those anymore because you’re no longer the commissioner of police. You’re not even on the force. So I say this with all due respect, and by that I mean none at all.

Hmm.

Get the hell off my property. Now.

Okay.

[tense music]

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What the hell happened?

Sorry. All right? I was trying to eavesdrop on your conversation in case I needed to scram, you know, and I was– I had a glass up against the door, but I was eating a croissant, and then it slipped out of my–

Okay, okay. I get it. Now since you were eavesdropping on our entire conversation, I assume you know that was Rafe Hernandez at the door. Did that not concern you at all?

Well, it seemed like you did a pretty good job of getting rid of him.

For now, but who knows when that nosy bastard is going to return, underscoring the need for you to get the hell out of here as soon as possible. It would have been a total disaster if you two had come face-to-face. [phone ringing] [sighs] Madam Mayor, are you calling about an urgent matter?

You should consider any matter that I contact you about urgent, EJ. Now I need you right away in Commissioner Hunter’s office.

This isn’t the best time.

Are you bleeding from your mouth?

What? No.

Okay. Then be here in 0 minutes.

What is this a– I’m afraid I have to go. I’ll be back shortly. I want that floor spotless when I return.

What? You don’t have servants for that?

They’re not your servants. And they shouldn’t know about you or your messes. Clean it up and make yourself scarce. Go hide in the bowels of the West Wing like you did last night. And make sure no one sees you until I return. Do I make myself clear?

Crystal.

And when I do return, we are going to discuss your permanent exit from this house and your relocation to Argentina.

[soft tense music]

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Clean it!

You’re up to something, EJ. I’m gonna find out what it is.

[dramatic music]

[soft dramatic music]

Hey, checked traffic. We should be able to make it in, like, three hou–

We can’t go.

What are you talking about? I talked to Holly. She understands.

No, no, it’s– it’s not because of Holly.

Then why can’t we go?

Because of me.

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Yes, I am okay with this. We’re both adults. We can make it work.

Better than we made our marriage work, I hope.

You know, we had a good run. I think we can be pretty proud of that.

You know what, you’re right. You’re right. We can be. I hope you do get this job as DA. I do. Any DA is going to be better than EJ. And we’d be very lucky if it’s you.

Oh, Belle, Shawn.

EJ.

Congratulations on your victory this morning.

Thank you.

Well, don’t get too used to it. It’s not going to happen again

[soft dramatic music]

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Sounds like that might be happening right now.

He sure is taking his time. [knocking on door]

Good morning, ladies. What can I do for you?

I’m glad you asked. Nothing.

I beg your pardon?

You will be doing nothing for me from here on out. I’m replacing you as DA, effective immediately.

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[suspenseful music]

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If EJ wants to stow me away, I’m going to at least get some provisions.

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