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Chanel walks through the town square while on the phone with Johnny, asking him how Chicago is. Chanel mentions that Paulina and Abe are babysitting Trey while she finished up at the Bakery and adds that she found the cutest baby’s first Christmas ornament that she can’t wait to show up. Chanel tells him to hurry back as they hang up.

Sarah finds Holly in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion. Holly says she was just dropping things off from her dorm and now she’s packing for Paris. Holly talks about being excited to see Nicole, Eric, and Jude but mentions that she will miss Sarah, Maggie, and Tate.

Brady joins Tate as he finishes his shift at the Pub. Tate mentions going to see Holly and asks if Brady came for dinner. Brady says he needs to talk to him about something, so Tate asks what’s going on. Brady reveals that he’s moving out of the townhouse which shocks Tate.

Sophia and Rachel play cards at Bayview. Rachel complains about the dinner they got and that she’s starving. Rachel says she’ll ask Brady to bring them Buddy’s Burgers when he comes tomorrow. Sophia then suggests that she go get them some right now.

Stephanie is in her hotel in Chicago, on the phone with Steve. Stephanie tells him that the book signing went great, the turnout was huge, and her fans were so nice. Stephanie says she won’t be sight seeing as she is in for the night. Stephanie says she loves him as they hang up. Someone in all black appears outside of Stephanie’s room again.

Tate questions Brady moving out. Brady explains that he and Marlena are not seeing eye to eye lately when it comes to Rachel, so he doesn’t think it’s a good idea that they live under the same roof right now. Tate argues that it doesn’t make sense because Marlena has always had his back, especially when it comes to Rachel, so he asks what’s really going on here. Brady says that’s between he and Marlena and he just thinks it’s for the best. Tate says not for him. Brady feels it’s a long time coming that he get his own place. Tate feels it will probably take awhile to find a place so he won’t be leaving right away but Brady reveals he’s actually leaving tonight. Tate questions where he’s going to live in the meantime.

Holly and Sarah talk about Victoria being excited for Christmas. Sarah asks what Holly’s plans are for tonight. Holly says Tate is meeting her at the dorms so they can spend as much time together as possible before she goes to Paris. Sarah knows they will miss each other but points out that Holly won’t be gone long. Sarah is glad that Holly and Tate worked things out. Holly wishes Sarah and Xander could’ve done the same and guesses because of that, it will feel like a sad Christmas this year. Sarah agrees but says that she and Xander aren’t meant to be so it’s for the best that they are not together. Sarah mentions signing the divorce papers and waiting on the official decree, so it’s just a matter of time before she gets to move on with her life without Xander in it.

Rachel questions Sophia thinking she’s just going to walk out of Bayview to get them Buddy’s Burgers. Sophia responds that Rachel is going to help her do it.

Chanel goes home where Paulina tells her that she just got Trey to sleep. Chanel thanks her as Paulina says it’s no trouble. Chanel talks about Paulina and Abe being patient with Trey. Chanel asks where Abe is. Paulina responds that Abe is not there and reveals that no one seems to know where Theo is.

Stephanie is startled by her hotel room door being opened so she goes to attack but it turns out to be Alex coming to surprise her.

Tate questions Brady moving in to the Kiriakis Mansion tonight. Brady calls it temporary but says that Maggie generously offered him a room for as long as he needs it. Tate questions what he’s supposed to do since the dorms are closing for the holidays. Brady assures him this has nothing to do with him as it’s between he and Marlena. Brady adds that Tate can stay with Marlena if he wants. Tate doesn’t know what he wants to do. Brady knows it’s sudden and a lot to take in. Brady says it’s entirely up to him but kind of hoped he’d like to come to the Kiriakis Mansion with him, so at least he’d have one of his kids with him during the holidays.

Sophia tells Rachel that she’s been scoping the place out since day one and thinks she found a crack in security. Sophia explains how she found out when one of the security guards always takes a smoke break, so she thinks she can sneak out and be back before anyone knows she’s missing. Sophia says she will need Rachel to have her back.

Chanel questions Theo missing. Paulina says that Abe went out to join the search but adds that Chad is also missing and since Tony also went missing in Greece, the police think someone could be targeting the DiMera family. Chanel worries that means Johnny, her, or Trey could be next.

Stephanie panics that she could’ve hurt Alex and says she’s mad as hell that he would scare her like that, but she’s also very happy he’s there as she hugs him and they kiss. The person in all black outside the room drops their keycard as they turn and walk away.

Holly joins Tate at the dorms and asks if everything is okay. Tate says yes and no. Tate asks if she knew Brady was moving in to the Kiriakis Mansion. Holly says she was just there and Sarah didn’t say anything about it. Holly asks what’s going on. Tate says that apparently something went down between Brady and Marlena, but he wouldn’t tell him what it was. Tate guesses whatever it was, it was bad enough that Brady said he can’t be under the same roof as her.

Brady brings his bags to the Kiriakis Mansion where Sarah greets him and asks what all this is. Brady guesses Maggie didn’t tell her. Sarah says she’s been at work all day. Brady then reveals that he’s moving in.

Chanel tells Paulina that she was just on the phone with Johnny and he didn’t tell her anything about this. Paulina feels he obviously didn’t know what was going on and now that he does, he’s already on his way home from Chicago to protect them. Chanel worries about something happening to Johnny too. Paulina tells her not to go there and promises to make sure their family is safe as they hug.

Alex asks about Stephanie’s book signing. She tells him it went very well. Alex asks if there was no signs of the creepy letter writing guy. Stephanie says no and that she told him there was nothing to worry about. Alex informs her that the guy sent more letters and it’s making his skin crawl. Stephanie insists it’s just an overzealous, harmless fan and promises to ignore any love letters. Alex says he just wanted to make sure she was okay. Alex calls her perfect as they kiss.

Rachel asks Sophia what exactly she would have to do. Sophia says she just needs to go to her bed and put the covers over her head so that the nurse thinks she’s already asleep when she comes for bed checks, then come back to her room when they check on her. Sophia says then Rachel can let her in the side door and they will feast. Rachel is unsure. Sophia encourages her about Buddy’s Burgers, so Rachel gives in and agrees to do it.

Alex and Stephanie kiss in bed.

Brady assures Sarah that he won’t be there forever and it’s only until he finds a place. Sarah says there’s plenty of space and it’d be nice to have his company, but she’s just surprised as she didn’t know he was thinking about moving out of Marlena’s. Brady clarifies that he wasn’t until recently. Sarah asks what happened. Brady reveals that he found out Marlena knew that Rachel shot EJ and kept it from him for months. Sarah is surprised and says that doesn’t sound like Marlena. Brady explains that Marlena said she was looking out for Rachel and didn’t want the new to get out before she decided that Rachel could handle it. Sarah guesses that makes sense but Brady says not to him. Brady argues that he’s her dad and deserved to know what’s going on with his daughter. Brady feels if he knew what was happening, he could’ve helped her or prevented her from hurting Sarah and maybe she wouldn’t be in a mental institution now.

Rachel sneaks out of her room at Bayview.

Paulina assures Chanel that she will have police outside her apartment 24/7 until the situation is resolved. Paulina adds that Chanel, Johnny, and Trey could move in with her and Abe to get their personal security as well. Chanel argues that it didn’t help Theo. Paulina argues that they didn’t know Theo was in danger but now that they know there’s a threat, they will be on high alert until this is over. Chanel asks if she thinks Johnny or Trey could be a target. Paulina says there’s no way to know for sure. Chanel can’t believe this since Johnny disowned EJ and walked away from the DiMera family, yet they are all still in danger all because of their last name.

Holly asks if Tate is going to move in with Brady or stay with Marlena. Tate says that Brady said it was up to him, but he could tell that he wants to come with him. Holly points out that if Tate does go with Brady, they’ll be under the same roof for winter break. Tate points out that Holly will be in Paris. Holly says not the whole break and then points out that Arianna already moved back home, so they can focus on being in the dorm tonight all by themselves as they kiss.

Rachel hides under the covers in Sophia’s bed as the nurse comes for bed checks.

Tate and Holly kiss onto the bed.

The nurse leaves the room without detecting Rachel in Sophia’s place.

Brady tells Sarah that he wouldn’t be able to live with himself after what Rachel did to her. Sarah stops him and assures that she’s fine. Sarah adds that Rachel will be fine too. Brady prays that she’s right, pointing out that Rachel did shoot her uncle. Sarah points out that EJ is also fine now and it was just a terrible accident. Sarah talks about Rachel being through so much in her life, so it’s no wonder she needs the help she’s getting. Sarah says she loves Rachel and admits finding out what she did shook her, but it doesn’t change how she feels about her. Sarah talks about the bond they developed when she thought Rachel was her daughter and says it will always be there. Brady feels Rachel is lucky to have Sarah in her corner and in her life. Sarah goes over everything Rachel has been through and asks if there’s been any progress on finding Kristen. Brady says no and now he finds himself feeling guilt for being so angry at Kristen for putting Rachel on the stand during Johnny’s trial while she was just trying to protect her. Sarah asks if it changed his feelings about Kristen. Brady says as Rachel’s mother it does, but not as his ex.

Alex and Stephanie lay in bed together as Stephanie tells him that he can surprise her anytime he wants. Alex jokes that next time he’ll call first as they continue kissing.

Chanel asks Paulina if the police have any idea who could be behind all of this. Paulina responds that there are those who are suspicious of EJ. Chanel argues that EJ is capable of anything but they know he loves his family, so she can’t see him wanting to hurt Chad, Theo, or Tony and definitely not Johnny and Trey. Paulina agrees that she has a point. Chanel states that the DiMeras are all about family. Chanel brings up everything going on between her and EJ, feeling he obviously doesn’t consider her family so she’s the only DiMera she could see EJ wanting to hurt. Paulina says there is no way EJ is going to hurt her, especially after what he pulled during the trial, or else Johnny will never speak to him again. Paulina encourages Chanel to get some rest and says she’ll take care of Trey if he wakes up until Johnny comes home. Paulina assures Chanel that the police are out front and not going anywhere, so they will be just fine. Chanel tells her that she loves her and heads to her bedroom. Paulina then prays for her not to be made to be a liar.

Sophia returns to Rachel with Buddy’s Burgers. Rachel can’t believe she did it. Sophia encourages that they did it.

Sarah tells Brady that she knows it’s not the best circumstances but she’s glad he will be staying there awhile. Brady wants to make sure he’s not imposing. Sarah assures there’s plenty of room, pointing out there are 6 or 7 vacant guest rooms. Brady responds that he’s grateful to her and Maggie, adding that he’ll get to spend more time with Victoria. Sarah asks how Rachel is doing. Brady says every time he goes to see her at Bayview, she begs him to take her home, but she is making progress with therapy so he hopes she won’t be there very long. Sarah asks how he is doing. Brady says he’s just trying to be strong for Rachel’s sake, but he thinks about the pain she’s in and how unhappy she is. Brady calls it unfair as he wishes he could take her home where she belongs. Brady complains that little girls aren’t supposed to suffer like that and be unhappy. Brady comments on what she’s been through and asks when it’s going to stop. Brady repeats that it’s unfair as Sarah hugs him.

Rachel tells Sophia that she was so scared when the nurse came in but Sophia says she knew Rachel could handle it. Rachel asks how Sophia paid for their food. Sophia reveals that she “borrowed” some money out of one of the CNA’s purses. Rachel asks if she means she stole it. Sophia claims that she intends to pay it back someday which makes Rachel laugh as Sophia says it’s us against them. Rachel admits this is the most fun that she’s had since being here. Sophia calls Rachel her bestie and declares that the fun’s not over yet as their adventures are just beginning.

Holly suggests instead of going to live with Brady or staying with Marlena, Tate come with her to Paris. Tate asks if she’s serious. Holly says Eric and Nicole have tons of room and talks about how amazing Paris is. Tate agrees it sounds amazing and decides to go with her.

Alex tells Stephanie that he can’t stop thinking about the future and where he wants to be in five years. Alex hopes maybe they will be married, starting a family, and growing old together. Alex says he really likes the idea of them being together forever and asks if that scares her. Stephanie says not at all and that he’s making her heart beat faster in a happy way. Alex then asks where she sees herself in five years. Stephanie says definitely in his arms as they kiss. Stephanie’s laptop is on DevotedBeyond.com where a post from “SandsFan69” says that they are so in love with Anastasia Sands and that they could finally be together if only they could get rid of her loser boyfriend.

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Rafe remains on the phone with Jada and asks her to have JJ keep an eye on Thomas and Charlotte while he assigns a protective detail to the rest of the DiMeras. Rafe adds that he just talked to Sami and she has Sydney covered while Johnny is in Chicago with Stephanie, but they have security on them too. Rafe agrees that it would be good to have someone on baby Trey right as Javi comes home and asks what’s going on with Trey.

Leo sits at the Brady Pub, working on an article for the Spectator about Chad missing when Gwen arrives and sees his screen, shocked to learn that Chad is missing.

Chad and Kristen argue about whether or not EJ is behind their kidnapping while Tony attempts to sleep. Chad argues that EJ being behind it doesn’t make sense. Theo agrees that if EJ were after their inheritance, there would be better ways to go about it than locking them down here. Kristen decides it doesn’t matter since EJ wouldn’t be able to get all of their inheritance unless they were all dead and gone. Chad declares that whoever is behind this is not going to win and they will get home to their families. Chad states that because they are DiMeras, they will win.

Dr. Rolf works in his lab with dead rats.

EJ and Cat lean in close to one another until Susan walks in and startles them.

Leo guesses he should refrain from writing headlines in public. Gwen asks if it’s true that Chad is really missing. Leo confirms it is and says she can save her performance because he knows she doesn’t really care about Chad. Gwen argues that it wasn’t long ago that Leo was treating Chad miserably. Leo admits that he has behaved towards Chad in the past in ways he deeply regrets. Gwen says she regrets it too and isn’t proud of it. Leo calls it nice to just admit things and he’s glad they’ve established that despite their past crappy treatment of Chad, they both care about him. Leo says now their cards are on the table and asks what they are going to do about it.

Rafe finishes his call with Jada while Javi questions why he was talking to Jada about Trey. Rafe responds that apparently, several DiMeras have gone missing in recent days, starting with Tony, then Chad, and now Theo. Rafe says that no one can get a hold of any of them. Javi tries to laugh off what could’ve happened but questions if Rafe thinks they have been kidnapped. Rafe says that is the official presumption, but there’s been no ransom demand so they are puzzled and don’t know if they are dead or alive. Javi calls it awful as Rafe explains that they are short on manpower, so they can’t put someone on every extended member of the DiMera family which now includes baby Trey. Javi questions if Johnny can’t afford to hire someone. Javi declares that if he won’t, he will move in with Johnny and Chanel himself because he will not lose another child.

Susan questions what the hell EJ is doing and says she knows she saw him with his brother’s girlfriend and they were definitely not playing checkers. Susan asks what is the matter with him. Cat thinks back to drugging EJ’s drink. EJ responds that he honestly doesn’t know and apologizes to Cat, saying it was highly inappropriate to make that kind of advance. EJ says he’s not feeling very well, so Susan checks if he has a fever. Susan notes he’s a little warm but not burning up. EJ says he’s probably just tired so he tells Cat they will have to take a rain check on dinner. Cat tells EJ to rest up and tells Susan it was nice to meet her. EJ tells Cat that she will be the first to know if he hears from Chad. Cat thanks him and exits.

Kristen asks what Chad’s master plan is then since she and Tony have had no success. Chad suggests climbing up to bust through the roof, but Kristen says it’s too high up and she doesn’t trust them to be on top. Theo calls it the simplest possible solution.

Gwen asks if Leo just asked what they are going to do about Chad’s disappearance, pointing out that they don’t work for law enforcement. Leo says he’s no policeman but he is an investigative reporter while Gwen lives with EJ. Leo declares it’s time to get the band back together because when Gwen and Leo work together like a buddy cop movie, they are an unstoppable force. Gwen admits they worked together well until Leo decided he worked better with her husband. Leo says he will regret that until his dying breath and that he’s gone over the extensive damage that caused with his therapist. Leo suggests this could be one of the steps to making amends by working together for the greater good. Leo argues that they both know EJ is suspect #1. Gwen asks what makes him say that. Leo says police always look at family first and asks who else would be able to make DiMeras disappear without a trace, adding that no one would stand to benefit more than EJ.

Susan questions what EJ and Cat were talking about regarding Chad. EJ informs her that Chad and Theo have apparently gone missing. Susan calls that awful and questions two of EJ’s brothers missing and now his nephew. EJ tells her not to worry about him as he’s fine and promises his guard is up. Susan responds that she’s worried that EJ is up to no good and that he’s the one who made his brothers disappear.

Kristen is on the floor, screaming in pain with a sprained ankle after the plan to boost her up didn’t work out. Kristen refuses Chad’s help as he apologizes and calls it an accident. Kristen then decides she does need his help, but not with her ankle, with her daughter. Kristen says since she’s been in prison, Brady barely lets her talk to Rachel, let alone see her, so she wants to know how she’s doing. Chad says he told her about the pumpkin thing. Kristen brings up Thomas and Rachel being in the same class, so they must tell him something. Chad thinks Rachel has been acting out. Kristen says that’s to be expected because she misses her mother. Kristen continues to accuse Chad of not telling her something and she wants to know what’s going on. Chad says Rachel is not exactly the best influence on Thomas, but she’s his niece and he loves her while she’s going through a lot. Kristen argues that Thomas is too since he wants to live with Jack and Jennifer. Theo tells them that’s enough. Theo brings up how Abe told him it was a mistake to work with the DiMeras, but he told him that it was his choice. Theo is starting to think that Abe was right.

Rafe tells Javi not to worry as they have no information to indicate Trey is in any danger. Rafe says he only suggested keeping an eye on him and the rest of the DiMeras out of an abundance of caution. Javi apologizes for getting crazy there and says that’s good to hear. Cat then shows up at the door. Javi questions what she is doing there.

Gwen tells Leo that she’s a bit skeptical. Leo questions if she doesn’t think EJ is capable of disappearing his relatives. Gwen thinks back to questioning EJ about Tony’s disappearance and pointing out how they did so to Dimitri. Gwen tells Leo that it seems a bit extreme to do something so cruel. Gwen says she knows EJ cares for his family, especially Tony and Chad, so she doesn’t think he’s the culprit in this. Leo suggests Gwen could have a crush on EJ and that’s why she’s on his team now. Gwen denies that and declares that if she does hear anything about Chad, the police will be the first to know and not Leo. Gwen then gets up and leaves the Pub.

Kristen tells Theo that she is sorry that he had to rejoin the fold, only to get locked up with them. Chad says if EJ is responsible for this, he would have to disappear a lot more of them to get his hands on the inheriance. Chad brings up Megan and asks where she is. Kristen says she has no idea but doubts Megan would resurface to claim her piece, because she knows the police would arrest her as soon as she stepped foot in Salem. Chad brings up Stefan while Kristen brings up Peter. Theo says he forgot about Peter. Chad says everybody does. Kristen says that’s enough naming DiMeras and they need to focus on getting out of here. Theo declares that it’s time for plan B.

Susan asks EJ again if he had anything to do with his brothers vanishing. EJ questions why people keep asking him that and assures he did not. Susan argues that there is something off about Cat and there’s something about her that she just does not trust.

Cat apologizes for not calling first. Javi jokes that no one calls first around here. Rafe asks what’s going on. Cat says she just brought a thank you card for taking care of her nephew and it’s a gift card to the Bakery. Javi thanks her and says he has to get going to meet Leo for dinner, so he exits. Rafe tells Cat that was close. Cat apologizes and says she was texting Rafe and he wasn’t responding but she needed to speak with him. Rafe asks what’s going on. Cat responds that she doesn’t know where to start.

Javi joins Leo at the Pub as Leo is still working on his article about Chad missing. Javi says he has something to tell him that’s not good news. Javi explains that he just talked to Rafe and he can add Theo to the list of missing people. Javi adds that Rafe thinks someone is going after all the DiMeras. Javi says there’s no reason for them to think Trey would be in any kind of danger, but he’s honestly worried. Leo says they have to do something and suggests EJ might have answers. Javi asks how to get those answers. Javi suggests they follow EJ around and record his every move which Leo calls brilliant. Javi worries it could take a lot of time, but Leo says it won’t because someone has already done the work for them.

Cat explains to Rafe that she was beginning to think EJ had something to do with Chad’s disappearance, so she did something to spark EJ’s memory and remind him that they were in the clinic together. Rafe thought they decided that was a bad idea. Cat says maybe it was, but it worked and she got invited to dinner and drinks at the DiMera Mansion, but by the time she got there, Chad was already missing. Rafe questions what Cat did. Cat reveals that she drugged EJ to search the mansion which shocks Rafe, who asks if she’s crazy.

EJ tells Susan that there is nothing off about Cat. Susan says he doesn’t have to snap and that she’s just looking out for him. EJ understands and assures that he just needs a good night’s sleep. Susan feels the same and exits. EJ then gets a text and hurries out of the mansion.

Kristen talks to Chad and Theo about trying to dig her way out of the crypt but getting nowhere. Theo says they need some kind of tool and takes from the burial wall. Theo suggests maybe they’ll get somewhere now that there’s four of them.

Rafe can’t believe Cat drugged EJ. Cat asks what choice she had when Chad is missing and she wasn’t just going to do nothing. Cat argues that it’s what Rafe would’ve done. Rafe argues that she is not a trained agent and is not to go off and take matters in to her own hands. Rafe warns Cat how dangerous the DiMeras are. Cat insists that it worked and EJ is none the wiser. Cat says she chose this drug because when EJ came around, he didn’t even know passed out and thought he just dozed off for a minute. Rafe asks if there were no signs to being drugged. Cat flashes back to when she and EJ almost kissed. Cat then tells Rafe there was nothing out of the ordinary and asks him to trust her. Cat calls it a perfect plan and says he will not believe what she found.

Susan returns to the living room to retrieve her purse as Dr. Rolf emerges from the tunnels. Susan questions what he’s doing there.

Leo tells Javi that Holly shared a video with him from the gala that shows EJ bragging to everyone because it’s such a huge project to him. Leo then remembers that the gala was the day Kristen broke out of prison, so he wonders if Kristen is missing at all. Leo believes the clinic could be the key to whatever plot that EJ is cooking up, so there could be a clue in the video.

EJ angrily goes to the clinic and questions Gwen as to what was so important. Gwen asks if EJ is behind the DiMeras missing. EJ tells her not to start. Gwen complains that she knows what he’s capable of and has put a lot of money in to this big plan of his. EJ tells her to calm down. Gwen brings up EJ telling her that Dr. Rolf mixing Versavix can become a powerful concoction that can expound Dr. Rolf’s ability to bring people back to life, starting with the person in the pod and they would be rich if he succeeds. EJ asks what the issue is. Gwen complains that she’s running out of patience and asks what the hell is taking so long. EJ questions her wondering why Dr. Rolf hasn’t put a rush on the miracle of life. EJ yells at her that they are very lucky Dr. Rolf is working for them and he has far more pressing matters to attend to, like his brothers missing and no one has a damn clue where they are.

Cat tells Rafe that she searched EJ’s room, office, and closet. Rafe asks what she found. Cat says nothing was out of the ordinary but then shows him pictures of the secret room in the tunnels and asks what he notices. Rafe says it wouldn’t be the first time that EJ had someone hiding out in his basement and asks if she thinks it’s Kristen. Cat shows Rafe the photo of the shoes that are men’s size 11 so it’s definitely not Kristen. Rafe asks who she thinks it is then.

Susan asks Dr. Rolf again what he’s doing there. Dr. Rolf responds that he told EJ that he was visiting Salem, so he kindly offered him a place to stay. Susan questions that being in the secret room instead of one of the extra bedrooms or at the Salem Inn. Dr. Rolf says he was seeking a quiet lodging away from the crowd. Susan questions what he’s doing in the basement. Dr. Rolf claims he’s in the middle of a crime novel that he would like to get back to and goes back in to the tunnels.

Kristen tells Chad and Theo that it’s an improvement but not great. Chad compares it to the movie Escape From Alcatraz. Theo seems to find something in the ground.

Leo and Javi watch the gala video. Leo brings up finding Gwen at the clinic lab on the night of the blackout and now Gwen is living in the DiMera Mansion. They wonder if Gwen is EJ’s partner in crime.

Dr. Rolf joins EJ and Gwen at the lab. Gwen asks him how much longer his drug will bring dead rats back to life. Dr. Rolf says it won’t be anytime soon but they have a bigger problem as Susan spotted him at the mansion and he could tell that she sensed something was amiss. EJ calls that the last thing he needs right now.

Susan talks to the portrait of Stefano about Dr. Rolf being down in the secret room and wonders what Stefano knows about it.

Cat tells Rafe that she doesn’t know who is in EJ’s basement but they know someone is. Rafe admits it’s valuable information but it doesn’t confirm that EJ is behind Chad’s disappearance. Rafe warns that she could’ve risked her cover or her life for nothing. Cat argues that it’s not for nothing and if EJ didn’t take Chad, they could mark him off the suspect list. Rafe says that he knows how she feels about Chad but repeats that what she did was dangerous and unethical as she is not a trained agent. Rafe argues Cat that he would say she’d be about blown off the case but he’s not going to do that. Cat thanks him but Rafe warns that if she goes off on her own again, he will call Shane. Cat says she understands and gives her word that she won’t do anything like this again. Cat apologizes for acting impulsively as she’s just desperate to find Chad.

Theo reveals to Chad and Kristen that he found a bone and that it looks like it’s from a human.

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EJ tells Cat that hopefully Chad will show up, surprised by all the worry he caused. Cat asks if he actually believes that will happen. EJ says his team is on it as well as law enforcement, so he believes that both of his brothers will turn up safe and sound. Cat toasts to that as EJ takes a drink from the cup that Cat drugged. EJ says he’s starving and is going to go check on the food. Cat says she will go check but EJ then passes out on the couch. Cat says she’s sorry that dinner will have to wait because Chad is missing and if EJ had anything to do with it, she will find out.

Chad tells Kristen and Tony that this person has to know that they aren’t just doing it to them, but their families too. Tony feels Chad missing his custody hearing must have set off alarm bells and the search must be on. Chad complains that he’s not going to just sit there and wait for someone to rescue them. Kristen agrees but says she’s fresh out of ideas. Tony says they’ve tried the door and picking the lock but it doesn’t budge. Chad asks what if their captor opens the door, like when they threw him in. Chad suggests having some kind of game plan next time it happens. Kristen guesses he can stand by the door 24/7 ready to strike on the off chance that their captor comes back.

Paulina and Abe are babysitting Trey, who won’t stop crying. Abe calls Theo, who stepped out of the Pub to answer. Abe tells him they are on grandparent duty while Theo has a hard time hearing over the baby crying. Paulina then turns on the vacuum to try and calm Trey down. Abe asks Theo if he’s free tonight to join them, but they can’t hear each other and the call drops. Paulina asks if Theo is coming to help. Abe guesses Theo got frustrated and hung up. Paulina complains that she’s tried everything to get Trey settled. Abe jokes that’s been awhile as Paulina worries if she’s lost her touch. Abe says it’s okay as babies do cry. Paulina says they don’t all have the pipes that Trey does and that it’s no wonder Chanel and Johnny are exhausted.

Cat searches the living room of the DiMera Mansion and decides to enter the tunnels while EJ is passed out.

Jada goes to the Brady Pub and greets Gabi, noting it’s been awhile and asks how she’s been. Gabi says she’s great as Gabi Chic is officially hers again which has been a long time coming. Gabi asks what’s new with Jada other than coming to trivia night for her second date with Theo. Jada asks how she knew. Gabi says that Theo mentioned it while they signed the papers. Jada remembers that Gabi Chic was part of DiMera. Jada asks if Theo is there. Gabi questions her not seeing him on her way in. Gabi says that Theo stepped out awhile ago to answer a call from his dad, so she would’ve thought he was right outside. Philip then arrives and greets them. Philip kisses Gabi and says he hopes she wasn’t waiting long. Gabi says she wasn’t as they talk about studying up for trivia. Jada comments on them sounding competitive. Gabi insists they are just playing for fun. Jada says she’s somewhat of a trivia buff herself but says she’s down a teammate. Jada says she will text Theo to find out where he’s at but gets a call from JJ. Jada asks if it’s an emergency since she took the day off. JJ informs Jada that Chad has been reported missing. Jada hangs up and tells Gabi and Philip that Chad is apparently missing along with Tony. Jada decides she needs to find Theo and rushes out of the Pub. Jada then calls Abe and asks if Theo said anything about going anywhere. Abe asks how she knew he talked to Theo. Jada says she doesn’t have time to explain and asks if it sounded like Theo was going somewhere. Abe says he thought that he hung up because he couldn’t hear him and questions what’s going on. Jada says she will need to call him back and hangs up. Abe tells Paulina that Jada is looking for Theo, but she didn’t tell him why.

Cat goes into the wine cellar secret room in the DiMera Tunnels where she finds a bed and someone’s shoes. Cat uses her phone to take pictures of the room and remarks that you’d think someone with more guest bedrooms than friends could offer something better to whoever the shoes belonged to.

Jada tries to call Theo, but finds his phone rings from underneath the bench outside the Pub. Jada calls JJ and tells him that she needs a forensics team outside the Pub right now and that it’s Theo.

Chad suggests to Tony and Kristen that they try to get in to the mind of their abductor and come up with a game plan. Chad says there’s no bad ideas and questions them having nothing. Kristen says all she can come up with is the obvious that maybe it’s some twisted revenge plot hatched by an enemy of Stefano’s. Chad argues that they would make themselves known then. The door then suddenly opens and a gunshot is fired to startle them as Theo is dumped in to the room. Chad checks on Theo until he begins to wake up. Theo is surprised to see the three of them and questions what is going on.

Abe finishes another call with Jada. Paulina asks why she was looking for Theo or if she found him. Paulina questions what’s going on as he’s scaring her. Abe responds that it seems like Theo has disappeared. Paulina argues that he was just talking to him. Abe tells her that Theo walked out of the Pub to take his call and said he’d be right back, then after awhile, Jada found his phone discarded on the ground. Paulina asks if he couldn’t have dropped it accidentally. Abe then reveals that Chad is missing too. Abe tells Paulina to stay there while he goes to the police department. Abe says he will call her and hurries out.

Theo tells Chad, Tony, and Kristen that he was talking to Abe on the phone outside the Pub, then he felt something sharp like a needle and the next thing he knew, he woke up here. Chad asks if Abe would think anything was up and be looking for him. Theo says he was trying to hear him and probably thinks he hung up on him. Theo says that Gabi and Jada should know something is up since he told Gabi that he would be right back when he took the call and he was supposed to meet Jada there. Kristen and Chad ask why they were meeting Jada there. Theo reveals that they had a second date. Chad says whoever took them obviously waited for the perfect moment to snag them, so whoever did this had been watching them and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Chad asks if any of them remember anyone following them or seeming suspicious. Tony and Theo don’t remember anyone. Kristen says prison is always suspicious but she feels she would notice someone lurking around and the guards wouldn’t allow it. Tony feels they aren’t anywhere near discovering the meaning of all of this. Kristen says maybe they are since Theo being grabbed blows one of their theories to Hell.

Cat returns to the living room of the DiMera Mansion where EJ remains passed out on the couch. Cat starts to search EJ’s jacket but he speaks in his sleep and startles her, so Cat goes ahead and wakes him up. EJ questions what happened. Cat claims he must have dozed off while she went to freshen up and asks if he’s feeling okay. EJ says he’s fine and apologizes as he must be very tired. EJ promises that he’s usually a very engaging host. Cat tells him not to worry as it’s been a really difficult last few days. EJ admits he’s been worried about his brothers, so he’s been sleeping very poorly. Cat can’t imagine if her siblings went missing. EJ says it’s not as if this is some tragic consequence. EJ feels it seems likely that someone is after his family. Cat asks who he thinks that might be.

Gabi asks Philip if he really thinks someone went after Theo. Philip says it sounds like Jada thinks so. Gabi can’t believe it as she was just talking to Theo and thought his phone call was going on a long time, but she never imagined this. Gabi asks if Philip thinks Theo was kidnapped right outside. Philip says they don’t know for sure, but if he was, whoever did it was probably a professional. Philip points out Chad and Tony both missing. Gabi calls it so scary. Philip decides he’s not really in the mood for trivia anymore. Gabi says she’s not either and suggests they leave.

Kristen and Chad worry about the kidnapper targeting DiMeras meaning their kids, but Theo think he sees the pattern is not just any DiMeras, so their kids should be safe.

Abe goes to the police station where Jada says she doesn’t have any new information yet but she just talked to Rafe to involve the FBI. Abe asks if there are any leads or potential suspects. Jada promises to keep him in the loop with their progress, but technically she cannot share too many details on an ongoing investigation. Abe argues that he’s worn the badge nearly as long as she’s been alive. Abe pleads with Jada to let him help her look for his son.

Paulina calls Rafe and talks about her and Abe being so scared, so she’s officially requesting the FBI be on the case but Rafe informs her that they are already on it. Paulina thanks him and hangs up. Paulina remembers Abe saying it was a mistake for Theo to get involved with the DiMeras and declares that they should’ve listened. Paulina prays that Theo is alright.

Jada tells Abe that they have a relative time and location on when Theo was kidnapped which is very helpful. Jada adds that she has people surfacing the area and checking traffic cameras. Jada says they are tracking Chad’s phone to hopefully find out where he was. Jada tells Abe that Gabi was the last person to see Theo and said they had a pleasant business meeting. Abe suspects that somebody must have surprised Theo. Jada feels they are looking at either a very discreet stalker or someone that Theo and Chad both trusted. Abe asks if she thinks it’s EJ. Jada says it’s definitely his M.O. and it could be a power play for DiMera. Abe flashes back to asking EJ for help getting Theo out of DiMera Enterprises. Abe questions why kidnap Chad if it was about DiMera Enterprises since he hasn’t been interested in the family company for years. Jada says even if the motive is unclear, EJ being the only child of Stefano left in Salem is pretty suspicious so she will have questions. Abe points out that EJ could be next so Jada wants to contact him ASAP. Abe says he will leave it up to her. Jada agrees to call him the moment she hears anything. Abe thanks her. Jada gives him her word that they will find Theo.

Kristen questions how Theo knows their kids are safe. Theo points out that none of them are the CEO of DiMera Enterprises. Chad says he’s not either but Theo points out that he is an heir of Stefano. Theo declares that whoever did this is after the DiMera money since that’s what they all have in common. Kristen says she wasn’t doing anything with Stefano’s fortune in prison. Theo points out that she didn’t have a life sentence. Chad guesses it makes sense if they were playing the long game. Tony apologizes to Theo if he became a target because of his new position at DiMera. Theo says he came willingly and knew what he was getting in to, but he can’t help but feel like he’s letting everybody know. Tony says it’s not his fault that he was kidnapped. Theo worries that being kidnapped leaves him extremely vulnerable, so someone is going to have to step up in his absence, which they conclude would be EJ.

EJ tells Cat that if she’s asking him for a list of DiMera enemies, he wouldn’t know where to begin. Cat questions why they would take Chad and Tony, feeling they’d have slightly fewer enemies. EJ feels the DiMera name alone puts one in peril. Cat asks if he thinks they are being targeted just because of being part of the DiMera family and if he’s worried that he’s next. EJ calls it possible but it’s also possible it’s a coincidence. EJ then gets a text from Abe that they need to talk because Theo is missing. EJ then tells Cat that she should get out of here now because it’s not safe.

Philip brings Gabi back to his room at the Salem Inn. Gabi talks about how she can’t think of anything other than her worry for Theo. Philip understands since she was the last person to see him before he vanished. Gabi hopes he’s okay since he’s a really good guy and she would hate to think he was hurt or kidnapped. Philip comments that he didn’t know they were so close. Gabi assures he has nothing to worry about and repeats that Theo is just a great guy. Gabi says Theo was becoming a friend and the whole thing is scary and bizarre, especially with Chad missing. Gabi hopes they are both found. Philip points out Tony too. Gabi thinks back to Tony refusing to let her be CEO of DiMera. Gabi then admits she’s not a big fan of Tony. Philip says that makes two of them.

Jada calls Rafe and says that EJ did report Chad as missing but she’s not buying his concerned brother act, so she wants to bring EJ in for questioning immediately. Rafe tells her that he’s going to, so Jada says she gets that FBI trumps the police on this and tells Rafe that she needs to be kept in the loop on this.

Abe returns home and tells Paulina there is no news. Paulina says she’s so sorry and hugs him.

Theo questions thinking EJ will step in at DiMera Enterprises. Kristen mocks the idea of EJ champing at the bit for them to be rescued. Chad questions them thinking EJ is responsible. Theo guesses it’s possible but Chad insists that he knows in his gut it’s not. Chad says that EJ had really been helping him through the custody stuff, arguing that he wouldn’t kidnap his client the day before the trial. Theo says EJ was genuinely concerned about Tony and sent people looking for him. Kristen tells them to take their blinders off and declares that EJ’s only priority is always himself, so he would not hesitate to betray any one of them if it fits his agenda. Theo argues that even if it was EJ, he would not kill them.

Cat questions EJ saying she should leave and what’s going on. EJ tells her that he just received word that his nephew Theo is missing which means she could be right that he’s next. Cat refuses to leave and says if she leaves, he could be in even more danger. EJ says he can get his people and would not ask Cat to be in harm’s way. Cat argues that he’s not asking, she wants to stay because she’s worried about him which surprises EJ. EJ responds that not many people worry about him. EJ adds that he’s the DiMera that most people hope disappear. Cat says not her as they lean in close with one another.

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Jack sits in the living room at the Horton house as Jennifer joins him ahead of the custody trial. Jack tells Jennifer that he’s sorry it came to this. Jennifer says she feels the same way but Chad has left them no choice once Thomas ended up in the hospital because he saw Chad with Cat. Jennifer prays that the judge sees it their way. Thomas comes in and asks Jack to help him with his tie. Jack points out that it looks like Thomas has outgrown the clothes he is wearing.

Theo and Gabi are at the Brady Pub as Gabi finishes signing papers to have Gabi Chic officially divested from DiMera Enterprises. Gabi declares it officially belongs to her again as Theo congratulates her.

At the DiMera Mansion, Cat tells EJ that she will meet him back in a few hours for dinner, drinks, and catching up on their time in Italy together. EJ still can’t believe they were in the same rehab facility. Cat calls it a crazy coincidence while EJ suggests maybe it wasn’t.

In the DiMera Crypt, Tony and Kristen successfully wake up Chad, who questions what is going on.

Jack and Jennifer talk about Thomas not having any other dressed up clothes to wear, so Jennifer decides she will go buy him some and exits. Jack sits with Thomas and asks if he has any questions about what’s going to happen today. Thomas says not really but admits he’s a little nervous. Jack tells him to just be honest with the judge and everything will be okay. Thomas worries that’s what Rachel said when she had to take the stand and said it was scary. Jack explains that was a criminal trial and very different from a custody trial. Thomas questions why he has to be there. Jack says he has to be the guest of honor. Thomas points out that Charlotte doesn’t have to be there. Jack says she’s too young to answer questions from the judge. Jack understands Thomas wants to skip it, but says if he wants to be with him and Jennifer, the judge has to hear it from him.

Gabi thanks Theo for being understanding and supportive, unlike most of her previous bosses. Theo wishes he could’ve been her boss longer and admits he thinks Tony made a big mistake by allowing her to walk away with her company, but he has to honor the deal they made. Gabi admits she’s impressed by the whole new vibe that Theo is bringing to DiMera. Theo asks if she’d consider coming back but Gabi says not a chance. Theo says he had to give it one last try. Gabi declares that she’ll never give up control of her company again but she’s not ruling out the possibility of them working together on a collaboration one day. Theo assures that he would definitely be interested in that.

Cat asks EJ how them ending up at the same facility in Italy would be anything but a coincidence. EJ points out that Clyde Weston could have arranged for them to cross paths. Cat asks what Clyde would get out of that. EJ says he has no idea but suggests they could talk about it over dinner, but he has to meet with Chad at the courthouse before the custody hearing. Cat hopes Chad can keep his children and sends her best. EJ agrees to do everything he can as they exit the mansion.

Kristen and Tony explain to Chad that Kristen never escaped prison and Tony wasn’t lost in Greece, they were all kidnapped and now trapped in the DiMera crypt. Chad questions being trapped. Tony responds that they haven’t been able to find a way out. Chad asks what they know. Tony says nothing, but he thinks somebody is clearly targeting DiMera siblings. Chad questions who would do that and why. Tony calls that the burning question.

Thomas tells Jack that he does want to live with him and Jennifer, but he doesn’t want to go to court. Jack encourages that it’s only a family court while Thomas worries about the judge. Jack promises he has nothing to be afraid of. Thomas questions why Chad won’t just let he and Charlotte live with them. Jack explains that Chad doesn’t want them to move away from him and he wouldn’t either if he was in Chad’s shoes. Thomas feels that sounds like Jack is on Chad’s side. Jack assures he is on Thomas’s side, but he understands Chad not wanting to be away from him. Jack adds that he also understands that parents might not always be able to give them what they need when they need it. Jack assures that Chad loves Thomas. Thomas question why Chad lied to him then. Jack says he won’t answer that for him, but insists that Chad would never do anything to deliberately cause him pain. Jack admits Chad’s actions are disappointing and confusing and he knows that’s been really hard on him. Jack declares that nothing hurts more than when the people they love the most let them down.

EJ goes to the Pub and greets Theo and Gabi. Theo thanks EJ again for coming to help him with the licensing agreement on Thanksgiving. EJ says it was his pleasure. EJ mentions picking up a milkshake for Thomas to put him at ease because he’s testifying at the trial today. Gabi mocks EJ and thinks he’s trying to bribe Thomas not to say anything bad about Chad in front of the judge. Gabi thinks EJ would do anything to win the case. EJ says he’s just being a caring uncle which Gabi mocks. Theo tells EJ that he hopes the custody case goes his way. Theo adds that he tried to call Chad but it went straight to voicemail. EJ says he will let him know that he’s on his side as he walks away. Gabi calls EJ a smug bastard. Theo then asks what’s the deal with Gabi and EJ.

Cat walks through the town square and calls Rafe, asking if he was able to track Chad’s phone. Cat says to let her know when he hears something and tells him about EJ getting a text from Chad and is at least pretending that he thinks Chad is going to show up at court. Cat declares that if Chad doesn’t show up, she will get the truth out of EJ one way or another. Cat then hangs up and comes face to face with Jennifer.

Kristen questions Chad about what Jennifer was thinking by trying to take his kids away. Chad explains that he was trying to give them space by leaving the house, so he checked in to the Salem Inn and went to the park to clear his head when he felt a jab and woke up here. Tony says he was drugged just like they were. Chad questions how long he was out and what day it is. Tony reveals that it’s the day after Thanksgiving which shocks Chad, as he worries about his court hearing being today.

Jennifer tries to turn and walk away from Cat but Cat stops her. Jennifer questions what she wants. Cat tells Jennifer that she works for EJ, so she knows about the custody hearing and she just wants to say that Chad is a good man and father. Cat assures that their involvement was over well before Thomas saw Chad consoling her. Cat vows to stay out of Chad’s life forever and that she does not need to take his children away from him. Jennifer questions Cat presuming what she needs or doesn’t. Cat just wanted to assure that she’s out of Chad’s life. Jennifer questions why she would believe her when she doesn’t trust Chad, so she trusts her even less. Jennifer declares that she’s being forced to do what she has to do to protect her grandchildren and tells Cat to stay out of it as she walks ahead. Jennifer stops and tells Cat that Chad’s feelings for her were not real and were just residual confusion from when she pretended to be Abigail. Jennifer remarks that she didn’t buy that Clyde made Cat do it and calls her a vile predator, so she will do everything she can to make sure Cat never hurts her family again. Jennifer then storms off.

Gabi tells Theo that he must know EJ has pissed off a lot of people in this town over the years. Theo says he’s heard that but he’s curious what makes Gabi hate him. Gabi responds that she hated him for awhile, but now she just feels sorry for him. Gabi calls him a screwed up and miserable person. Theo questions how well she knows him. Gabi says at one point they were friends, then enemies, and at one point more than friends. Gabi thinks EJ is kind of pathetic. Theo says it sounds complicated. Gabi says there are a lot of history between them, same with her and Chad, but she does hope things go their way at the hearing because Chad should not lose his kids as he loves them more than anything. Theo agrees. Gabi points out that it’s 5 PM and suggests ordering celebratory drinks, unless Theo has to get back to work. Theo reveals that he planned to stick around for trivia night as he thought it would be a good second date night. Gabi asks if it’s with anyone she knows. Theo informs her that it’s Jada. Gabi reveals that she used to live with Jada when she was engaged to Rafe, which surprises Theo. Theo hopes that’s not a sore subject. Gabi assures that it’s not and states that Rafe and Jada were a great couple, until EJ ruined everything.

EJ goes to court and points out that Chad’s not there. Justin arrives behind him and says his clients will be a little late. Justin acknowledges that Chad as the father has a stronger case but assures EJ that Jack and Jennifer do have a case, but either way it goes, he’s worried about how it will affect the whole family. Justin asks EJ if mediation is an option to resolve this out of court in a way that’s less painful for everyone. Justin says if Chad is open to that, he will broach the subject to Jack and Jennifer. EJ responds that he will run it by Chad when he arrives.

Chad looks for his phone but Tony and Kristen inform him that whoever abducted them took their phones and watches. Chad argues that they have to do something as he panics that this hearing decides if he gets to keep his kids and questions what’s going to happen if he doesn’t show up. Kristen tries to say they will postpone it but Chad worries that Jennifer will push ahead to determine he’s an unfit father and the judge will see Thomas begging to live with his grandparents, while he doesn’t even show up to fight for him. Chad guesses that’s it and Jennifer wins.

Jack and Jennifer arrive to court with Thomas. EJ greets them and explains to Thomas that he will making a case for he and Charlotte to stay with Chad, but if the judge decides that’s not what is best for him, he will totally accept that because everyone’s goal is for Thomas to be happy. Jennifer asks where Chad is. EJ responds that he wishes he knew. Justin asks how Jack is doing with all of this. Jack admits it’s pretty tough for all of them. Jack thanks Justin for taking the case. Justin says he agreed because he’s family, but he has to wonder what Adrienne would think of all this since she always wanted to bring the family together and would hate to see them torn apart this way.

Cat sits in the town square and calls Andrew Donovan to ask him for a favor and asks him to keep it between them. Cat asks him to put in a prescription for her with a rush order on it.

Gabi explains to Theo how EJ had an impostor take over Rafe’s life and set Jada up to look like a dirty cop. Gabi says that EJ tortured Jada by making her think that Rafe dumped her at the altar and cheated on her with a stripper. Gabi adds that their relationship never recovered. Theo doesn’t understand how EJ isn’t in jail then. Gabi explains that Rafe had no memory of being kidnapped and EJ made Arnold disappear while strong arming Kristen’s mother into keeping quiet, so there was no way to prove that he was behind it. Theo calls that so horrible. Gabi knows EJ is Theo’s uncle and he cares about him, but warns him to watch his back. Gabi reminds Theo that EJ never does anything out of the goodness of his heart, so if he offered to help him, it’s because there’s something in it for him.

The judge arrives in court and asks EJ where Chad is. EJ responds that he’s not sure as he’s called several times but has been unable to reach him. EJ assures it’s very unlike Chad and he’s quite concerned. The judge asks if he didn’t just want EJ to handle it without him. EJ says ever since Chad found out that he was being sued for custody, he’s thought of nothing else and they’ve spent hours going over how they would prove that Chad is a loving father. EJ insists that Chad knows how important this hearing is and would never miss it unless something was seriously wrong. The judge asks when Jack and Jennifer last heard from Chad. Thomas informs her that they invited Chad to Thanksgiving but he didn’t come. Jack mentions receiving a text yesterday, explaining that he hadn’t seen the invitation and apologized for not showing up, but he did not say anything about not being here today. The judge questions EJ having no idea where Chad is or why he’s absent .EJ suggests he could’ve had an emergency. EJ requests a continuance so he can look in to it. Justin asks if there’s any objection.

Chad argues that EJ is representing him but Jennifer will say it was his choice not to show up. Chad worries about losing the case and not being there. Kristen argues that EJ knows Chad would never blow off his kids and that nothing would stop him from getting to the hearing if he could. Kristen then points out that Chad not showing up in court could be the best thing to happen for them.

Theo assures Gabi that his eyes are wide open where EJ is concerned, especially after what she just told him. Gabi is glad she could raise his consciousness about EJ a bit. Gabi brings up hearing that Tony is missing and wonders if EJ had anything to do with it. Theo argues that EJ’s people are trying to find him. Gabi suggests EJ’s people could’ve pushed Tony out of the way so he could get closer to Theo. Gabi brings up EJ helping Theo and argues that EJ could be trying to push him out of the door to take over himself. Theo tries to say that EJ would never do that but then admits maybe he would, but assures he will watch his back. Gabi brings up her and Philip being at trivia night last week and warns Theo about a guy at the bar who cheats by looking up answers on his phone. Theo thanks her and asks how they did at trivia. Gabi says they lost by one point to Steve and Kayla, noting that it got intense but they had a lot of fun. Theo asks if she’s up for another round. Gabi says she will call Philip. Theo asks how they are doing. Gabi says it’s early but going well. Theo brings up Philip still not knowing that Gabi gave Tony the ammo to take DiMera back from Titan. Gabi responds that he never will as long as Theo and Tony keep quiet. Theo says his lips are sealed as he wouldn’t stand in the way of love. Gabi thanks Theo. Theo then gets a call from Abe and steps outside to answer it.

Jack tells Jennifer that it’s her call whether or not they postpone. Jennifer decides she’s fine with it. Justin then informs the judge that his clients have no objection to a continuance so the judge grants it. She announces they will reconvene one week from today. She hopes EJ finds Chad and that he has good reason for wasting the court’s time as she then exits. Thomas turns to Jack and Jennifer to ask if EJ is right that something has happened to Chad. Jack insists that Chad is fine and his car probably broke down and he has no cell signal. Jennifer assures that Chad is fine and they will hear from him very soon while Thomas looks sad.

EJ goes home to the the DiMera Mansion and has a drink in the living room. Cat joins him and says she’ll have what he’s having. Cat asks EJ how the hearing went. EJ informs her that Chad never showed. EJ says he couldn’t reach him but luckily Jennifer didn’t object to a continuance. Cat worries that nothing would stop Chad from getting to the hearing. EJ agrees, so Cat asks if he now believes Chad is really missing like Tony. EJ admits he’s afraid that he is and says he has notified the police.

Chad questions how missing his court hearing is a good thing. Kristen explains that EJ will know something is wrong and could have his people or the FBI already on it. Chad questions who will look for them in a crypt. Tony thinks their best shot is a fellow DiMera. Kristen agrees that with EJ leading the charge, there is a chance someone could find them.

Cat asks EJ about the text he got from Chad. EJ says maybe he sent it right before something happened to him. Cat suggests maybe Chad didn’t send the text at all. EJ says he’s trying to track his phone but has had no luck. Cat asks if there’s any other reason Chad could be missing or if their family has received any threats. EJ insists that he would’ve notified the authorities if they had. Cat questions if he would since EJ prefers to handle these matters privately. EJ understands she cares about Chad and assures he’s doing everything in his power to find him. Cat asks if EJ is sure, pointing out that he seems tired. EJ says he got up at dawn to prepare for the hearing and then Chad going missing, it’s been a long day. As EJ goes to get Cat another drink, Cat pulls something out of her purse and injects it in to EJ’s drink.

Gabi calls Philip and says she’s so glad he’s up for another trivia night. Gabi says she will let Theo know whenever he comes back.

Jack and Jennifer return home with Thomas. Thomas asks if they are sure Chad is going to be okay. Jennifer insists he has nothing to worry about. They send Thomas upstairs to change clothes. Jack tells Jennifer that EJ was right that there is no way Chad would have missed that hearing unless something was really wrong. Jennifer says that’s why she wants this taken care of, arguing that Tony is missing and being around a DiMera is dangerous. Jack decides they will call JJ to report Chad as missing while Jennifer declares they will get Thomas and Charlotte far away from all of this before something happens to them too.

Tony asks Chad how Anna is doing. Chad says she’s back home and freaking out about his disappearance, but she’s okay. Kristen asks how Rachel is. Chad hesitates but then says she’s fine. Kristen asks if something happened to her, feeling there is something he’s not telling her. Chad then reveals there was an incident on Halloween where Thomas and Rachel found a pumpkin launcher and almost took out Alex Kiriakis but they were aiming for Cat Green. Chad states that Rachel was teaching Thomas how to take out his father’s girlfriend. Kristen questions how he knows it was Rachel’s idea. Chad informs her that she admitted it. Kristen argues that Rachel was probably acting out because of everything she’s gone through this year. Kristen worries that Rachel thinks she ran off and abandoned her, so her world is turned upside down. Kristen complains that her daughter needs her more than ever, so she’s going to figure out a way to get back to her.

EJ tells Cat that hopefully Chad will show up, surprised by all the worry he caused. Cat asks if he actually believes that will happen. EJ says his team is on it as well as law enforcement, so he believes that both of his brothers will turn up safe and sound. Cat toasts to that as EJ takes a drink from the cup that Cat drugged. EJ says he’s starving and is going to go check on the food. Cat says she will go check but EJ then passes out on the couch.

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Holly remains in the town square as Tate walks by. Holly asks how his visit with Rachel went as she hugs him and says she’s there for him. Tate talks about feeling like there’s nothing he can do to help Rachel. Holly encourages that he is helping by just being there and visiting as she knows that meant a lot to her. Holly suggests maybe next time, she could go with him but Tate says it’s family only right now and not a good idea which Holly questions. Tate then reveals that he found Sophia with Rachel when he was there.

Rachel asks Sophia if she’s okay. Sophia claims that she’s fine. Rachel encourages that Johnny is her cousin and he’s great while she really likes Chanel too, so they will take really good care of her baby. Sophia responds that all that matters is that he’s in a good home with people that love him, but admits it makes her a little sad too. Rachel asks if that’s why she’s not talking to anyone. Sophia says that’s not why, but it means so much to her that she didn’t tell Tate since she doesn’t want him to know that she’s not talking on purpose because he feels he might go tell everyone. Sophia feels she can trust Rachel, but Rachel questions what if she can’t trust Sophia.

Johnny and Chanel talk in the town square. Johnny is considering canceling his trip to Chicago to cover Stephanie’s book tour because they’ve only had Trey for three weeks and he feels it’s unfair for him to go and leave Chanel to hold things down. Chanel insists that Johnny has to go since it is his job. Johnny points out Chanel having a job too and encourages her to delegate to her staff at the Bakery. Chanel states that she has realized between their families and her job, she’s been spreading herself too thin, so she declares that she has come to an important decision.

Stephanie has a box of Christmas decorations at home as Alex comes in and questions what she’s doing when she has a book tour to get to in a few hours. Stephanie explains that Christmas is her favorite holiday and she won’t have much time to decorate before then. Alex suggests he sort through the ornaments and then they can decorate the tree together when she gets back. Stephanie says she will hold him to that as she will be thinking of him the whole time she’s gone. Stephanie holds a mistletoe over them as they kiss.

EJ is in the living room of the DiMera Mansion, on the phone with Rita and tells her to keep him posted. EJ hangs up as Cat arrives and says she’s still really worried about Chad as something has to have happened to him.

Alex suggests they take the mistletoe into the other room but Stephanie says the Titan car has already picked Kate up, so she will be there any minute. Alex jokes that he only has himself to blame as he encouraged her to do this and now she’s a big time author. Alex wishes he could go with her on the tour. Stephanie points out that the first stop is only one night, so she will be back and they can pick up exactly where they left off. Alex says that’s what he likes to hear and they kiss until there’s a knock at the door. Stephanie assumes it will be Kate but is surprised to see Steve and asks what he’s doing there.

Holly questions Sophia being with Rachel. Tate says she was just in her room when he got there. Holly guesses she didn’t put it together that they would both be at Bayview and asks what Sophia was doing in her room. Tate says he has no idea and neither did Rachel, but he just wanted to be upfront with her that every time he visits Rachel, he could end up seeing Sophia there too. Johnny asks Chanel about her important decision. Chanel says they can talk more when he gets back but she’s been thinking a lot about how the two of them are working four jobs and being parents is like a fifth job. Johnny offers to stop teaching but Chanel says no and talks about hiring a new baker or assistant manager at the Bakery, but it would cut in to their bottom line. Johnny understands she wants to spend more time with their son. Johnny adds that there is always another option in going to EJ about his trust fund but Chanel says absolutely not.

EJ tells Cat that she made it clear that she’s concerned about Chad. Cat insists something is wrong and asks about EJ having someone look in to it. EJ then says there’s no need as he reveals that Chad reached out to him.

Sophia assures that Rachel can trust her. Rachel argues that Sophia lied to Tate about her baby and questions how she knows that she’s not still lying. Sophia clarifies that she really thought Tate was her baby’s father and still wishes he was. Sophia calls it a mistake and asks if Rachel will hold that against her like everyone else has. Sophia swears she wasn’t trying to hurt anyone. Rachel says she gets it now and apologizes for accusing her of lying. Rachel says that her teacher always accuses her of things she didn’t do and she hates it. Rachel argues that she’s not a bad girl. Sophia says neither of them are bad, they are just misunderstood which makes Rachel smile. Sophia feels that makes them kindred spirits, where they have more in common than they realize. Sophia thinks they should figure out a way to help each other out.

Holly tells Tate that she’s not thrilled that Sophia keeps popping in to their lives like this, but she would never tell him that he can’t visit his sister. Holly gets an alert on her phone that they got a 98 on their film project which means she got an A+ in the film class. Holly asks what Tate got. Tate checks his phone and sees that he got a C-.

Steve tells Stephanie that he’s sorry to interrupt but he wanted to see her off before her big tour. Stephanie calls that sweet but asks why everyone is acting like she’s being shipped off to the arctic for a year when it’s one night in Chicago. Steve says it’s her first major public event so he wanted to wish her luck. Stephanie thanks him and says she really appreciates that. Steve tells her how proud he and Kayla are. Alex says he is too. Stephanie gets a text from Kate that the car is there. Steve exits to walk her out while Stephanie tells Alex that she will see him soon. Alex tells her to call as soon as she gets there as they kiss goodbye and say I love you to each other. Stephanie then exits.

Cat questions EJ hearing back from Chad. EJ says that Chad texted him not long after Cat left his office and that he said they shouldn’t be concerned as he was going off the grid to clear his head. EJ adds that Chad’s custody hearing with Jennifer is tomorrow so he can’t imagine he would miss that. Cat questions Chad not even acknowledging the hearing. EJ states that it was just one brief exchange. Cat questions Chad not responding to him since. EJ asks if there’s a reason that she is giving him the third degree when he’s been nothing but forthcoming with her. Cat says she knows that, so EJ questions why he feels that she doesn’t believe him.

Tate claims to Holly that his grades haven’t come in yet. Holly talks about her excitement and says she’ll have to text Marie. Holly says she has to get back to work with going through Stephanie’s fan mail and they agree to meet up later. Tate stares back at his grade with a worried look.

Steve returns to Alex and admits he didn’t just come to wish Stephanie well but he came to see Alex. Alex asks if that means he got information on the weird fan letter she got. Steve says he turned it over to some people he trusts including a handwriting analyst. Alex asks if they found anything useful. Steve confirms that the person who wrote the letter is left handed, probably male, and close to Stephanie’s age. Steve adds that what concerns him is that the handwriting shows the letter was written by someone with obsessive thoughts and emotional instability which they say is no surprise. Alex says that doesn’t make him feel any better about any of this.

Chanel is not comfortable with Johnny asking EJ for any favors. Johnny argues that it’s not a favor as it’s his money. Chanel says he would have to ask EJ’s permission to access his trust fund early and worries that any favor would lead to EJ trying to worm his way back in to their lives. Chanel asks if that’s a risk that Johnny is willing to take. Johnny says of course not as he hugs her. Johnny suggests they talk more about it when he gets back from Chicago. Johnny promises they will find a way to make this work.

Cat assures EJ that she believes him, but he knows how much she cares about Chad and the thought that something happened to him. EJ apologizes for being insensitive. Cat says she’s sorry and of course EJ cares about his brother. Cat says she and Chad weren’t together that long and she thought she would be able to get over it easier, but it’s like she gave Chad her heart and he pinched it to death and then flung it back to her which EJ recognizes as a line from Wuthering Heights. EJ then excitedly declares that he can’t believe it but he recognizes her voice and realizes that she was the woman with him in Italy.

Rachel doesn’t get how she and Sophia can help each other. Sophia points out that they are both here to get better and go home, but if they aren’t careful, they could get stuck there for a very long time. Sophia suggests they stick together and have each others’ back to make sure that doesn’t happen. Rachel questions why they wouldn’t want them to get better. Sophia says they longer they keep them there, the more they can charge their family. Sophia tells Rachel that they will make her go to group therapy and then one on one sessions. Sophia calls the group therapy a total waste of time but warns that the doctor will try to trip her up in the one on one sessions, so she needs to be very careful as one wrong word, they will use it to extend her stay. Sophia adds that she stays mute so she’s not giving them any ammunition. Rachel talks about being in therapy for a long time and dodging Marlena’s questions since she was in first grade. Sophia jokes that she knew she liked her. Sophia tells Rachel that there is no internet and she won’t be able to use her phone. Rachel gets upset and questions how she’s supposed to talk to Brady or Tate. Sophia says she can’t except for the landline but she will be watched the entire time. Rachel complains that she hates it here. Sophia says she didn’t want to bum her out, but wanted her to know the truth now instead of finding out the hard way. Sophia encourages that they can make the place tolerable, like getting extra dessert. Rachel wishes there was something she could do for her. Sophia says she’s sure she will think of something.

Johnny and Chanel go through the town square with Trey and run in to Tate. Tate comments on Trey seeming really happy. Chanel says they are too. Tate says back when he thought he was Trey’s father, all he wanted was for them to be his parents because he knew he’d be in really good hands and he was right, so he’s glad it worked out for everyone, except Sophia. Chanel asks if he’s heard how Sophia is doing. Tate admits he saw her at Bayview but she doesn’t seem to be doing much better. Johnny says he’s sorry to hear that and to hear about Rachel too. Tate says he hates it but keeps telling himself that she has to go through this to get better. Chanel and Johnny talk about feeling bad for Rachel having to go through the trial and then Kristen escaping from prison. Tate says she’s definitely been through a lot. Johnny sends his best and says he’ll make a point to visit Rachel when he gets back from Chicago which Tate is sure she would appreciate. Trey wakes up crying, so Chanel takes him for a walk. Tate then asks Johnny if there’s anything he can do to bring up his C- grade in his class.

Alex tells Steve that he doesn’t like any of this as Stephanie is a celebrity now. Alex says most of her fans are great but having one bad apple is par for the course. Steve guesses he’s talking about when they were on Body and Soul. Alex recalls the fan mail then making it clear that they really believe he is that character and the fantasies. Alex worries that it will be double for Stephanie. Alex wishes Jeremy didn’t out Stephanie to Leo and regrets pushing her. Holly then shows up at the door and says she was hoping to catch Stephanie before she left for her tour. Alex says she just missed her and asks if there’s something he can help with. Holly says maybe as she was going through her fan mail and flagged some more letters which she thinks is from the same guy as before.

EJ calls it unreal as Cat claims not to understand what he’s talking about. EJ says he doesn’t know how to explain. Cat says she’s lost. EJ explains that ever since he started reading Wuthering Heights, he’s been getting hit with flashes of memories from when he was Italy, recovering for a very long time. EJ says it was a woman reading that book to him and he couldn’t recognize her face or her voice until now, declaring that it was her. Cat calls it not possible. EJ argues that it was seven years ago. Cat says she hardly remembers any of her life after the accident and what Clyde did to her. Cat admits she was sent to a specialist in Italy but questions it being possible that they were in the same facility. EJ feels it explains so much, like why he’s been drawn to her ever since finding out she wasn’t Abigail.

Johnny tells Tate that the C- he got was generous at best. Tate thought he was doing well in his class. Johnny says he was on the assignments he turned in, but he missed a lot of them. Tate guesses they slipped through the cracks with everything going on. Johnny understands and says they did finish the class early, so he could work on some of those missed assignments but he would suggest not doing that since Tate mentioned struggling in his other classes too. Tate admits that he’s failing most of them. Johnny says once he marks his missing assignments as late, his grade might jump to a C+ or maybe a B- which won’t help his overall average. Johnny advises Tate to work on getting his other classes up to passing grades. Johnny says he’s rooting for him and to let him know if he can help. Tate thanks him and walks away.

Holly says she’s not a handwriting expert but they all look the same. Steve agrees while Alex points out that they are all sent from Salem and it’s like a letter a day. Holly adds that they all say the same things. Steve reads that the letters say “I love you” and “I want to be with you”. Holly apologizes and says she wasn’t trying to upset Alex. Steve assures that she did the right thing by bringing the letters to them. Holly asks if he’s not worried that Stephanie is in danger. Steve says not yet since there are no threats or escalation. Holly assures he’ll be the first to know if she finds any more of these letters.

Cat questions how EJ is drawn to her. EJ says he hadn’t put his finger on it but when the entire town turned it’s back on her, he couldn’t bring himself to and felt the need to account for her. EJ says now he knows it’s because she once looked out for him and read Wuthering Heights to him for hours on end. EJ says when she quoted it just now, the memory hit him like a wave. EJ states that they must have had a very real connection.

Sophia plays cards with Rachel. Rachel thanks her for making Bayview seem less scary. Rachel knows Sophia hates it too, but she’s glad she made a friend who will help her get through it. Sophia says she feels the exact same way.

Holly returns to Tate in the town square. Tate says he was just talking family stuff with Johnny. Holly asks if he wants to go Christmas shopping. Tate says he will miss her so much when she goes to Paris for Christmas. Holly says it will only be a week and that he’ll be seeing her nonstop when they go back to school next semester. Tate says he can’t wait and hugs her, hiding his look of worry. Johnny asks if Chanel is sure she’s okay taking care of Trey by herself tonight. Chanel assures that she will check in at the Bakery and then head straight home. Chanel adds if she needs anything, she’ll call Paulina and tells him to leave so he can get back home to them. Johnny says he loves her as they kiss.

Cat tells EJ that this is a lot to process and asks if it could really be possible that they already knew each other. EJ thinks it would explain why they’ve gotten along so well and feels their history had been trying to find it’s way to the surface. Cat says if this is true, she has a lot of questions. EJ says he does too and suggests they figure it out together. EJ invites her to dinner tonight at the Bistro but Cat suggests EJ have the cook make them dinner here. They then agree to meet back here for drinks at 5.

Alex asks Steve if they shouldn’t involve the police. Steve says there’s no escalation or anything to go off of yet. Alex asks if he doesn’t think Stephanie is in danger then. Steve responds that if he did, he’d be on his way to Chicago. Alex says that’s fair enough as they shake hands. Steve says he’ll be in touch as he then exits.

Stephanie arrives at her hotel room in Chicago and sends a text to Alex that she just checked in and is going to do some work before heading down to the signing. Someone dressed in all black then approaches her hotel room door, but turns and walks away.

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Leo goes to visit Marlena in the hospital and accidentally wakes her up. Marlena tells Leo that it’s so good to see him.

Kate goes to see Maggie at the Kiriakis Mansion. Maggie guesses Kate wants to talk business. Kate gives her a folder of numbers she needs to look over and reveals that Stephanie’s second novel Write Out is slightly underperforming. Kate says they knew it would take a dip when they asked romance fans to pivot to mystery, but they still have the book tour to bring things around. Maggie worries that if things don’t improve soon, she has a decision to make about Titan’s bottom line. Kate questions it being that bad. Maggie feels she can’t lay people off at Christmas time while Kate tells Maggie that her problem is that she isn’t ruthless enough.

Holly runs in to Arianna in the town square. They talk about having so much to tell each other. Arianna says she has to tell her about Thanksgiving while Holly asks if she’s seen Tate. Arianna says she hasn’t gone by the Pub yet and asks why. Holly explains that she texted him yesterday and today but he hasn’t responded, so she’s worried that Tate is really mad at her.

Tate goes to see Brady at home and asks how he is. Brady says he’s heartbroken seeing Rachel in that much pain and knows it has to be hard for him too. Tate says it is, but Brady is the one who had to take Rachel to Bayview so he can’t imagine how upsetting that must be for him. Tate asks how Rachel is doing. Brady says she’s all settled in her room but she hates it. Brady says he tried to comfort her but she just cried and begged him to take her home. Tate hugs Brady and says he’s so sorry. Tate encourages that they will visit as much as they can when it’s allowed. Brady wishes he could all day and all night but they have to go by visitation hours. Tate assures he will be there whenever he can. Brady adds that there’s something he needs to know before he goes to visit Rachel. Brady reveals that the reason he admitted Rachel to Bayview is not what he thinks.

Sophia gets up from her hospital bed in Bayview and enters Rachel’s room. Rachel states that she knows her. Sophia then suddenly smiles big and says hi to her. Rachel brings up that Tate said Sophia couldn’t talk. Sophia reveals that’s just what she wants people to think. Rachel questions why. Sophia responds that it gives her the upper hand.

Leo tells Marlena that he heard she was under the weather so he brought her some coloring books to help pass the time. Marlena responds that she needed them almost as much as she needed to see him and she’s so glad he came.

Kate tells Maggie that she can’t get rid of her home and explains that Philip told her about putting it up for collateral. Kate brings up how much Victor loved the mansion while Maggie questions what choice she has. Kate argues that she can stop playing defense. Kate feels Maggie is digging Titan in to a hole. Kate acknowledges that the split from DiMera cost Titan some great people, but some of the division heads are really unhappy with Tony making Theo CEO. Kate feels now that Tony has gone missing, it could be a great time to lure some of those people back to Titan.

Holly complains to Arianna that Tate seems to have ghosted her and has missed seven text messages. Arianna encourages that he could just be stuck at work and that not everything is about her. Holly says she just can’t shake the feeling that something is wrong.

Brady reveals to Tate that Holly shot EJ and tried to kill Sarah. Brady clarifies that he doesn’t think she intended to even hurt Sarah. Tate doesn’t understand, pointing out that Rachel likes EJ and Sarah. Brady says it isn’t about her feelings for them, so Tate questions what it is. Brady says her doctors keep talking about her lack of impulse control skills and her ability to manage her emotions. Brady tells Tate that they aren’t sharing many details about this, so if anyone asks about Rachel, he is to tell them that Rachel is just coping with her mother’s escape from prison. Tate agrees not to tell anyone, including Holly. Tate asks if he thinks Rachel is going to be in Bayview for a long time. Brady says he can’t answer that as he doesn’t know.

Sophia explains to Rachel that at first, she was so upset, sad, and angry that she couldn’t talk but then she found her voice again but she realized it was best not to let anyone else know. Rachel asks if she’s ever going to talk to other people again. Sophia says she will probably have to but she’s not ready yet. Rachel questions why she talked to her then. Sophia says it wasn’t a plan, but she saw her here all alone and she seemed so scared, so she thought someone should be there with her, who knows what it’s like. Sophia asks Rachel to promise not to tell anyone the truth about her, including Tate. Rachel questions why not. Sophia declares that sometimes, it’s best not to let anyone know what you’re capable of. Rachel assures that she understands that.

Leo asks if Marlena is okay now. Marlena assures that she’s doing very well. Leo is relieved because Marlena is very important to him. Leo then tells Marlena that he has a big favor to ask as he asks her to officiate his wedding to Javi.

Maggie tells Kate that she will not poach DiMera’s division heads. Kate thought she wanted to save Titan. Maggie feels it’s unethical to take advantage of Tony’s kidnapping and unwise, considering Tony knows about Philip’s fraud. Maggie asks what she thinks Kate would do when he’s found. Kate says that’s if Tony is found. Maggie calls that very morbid. Kate thinks they have to consider all options. Maggie tells Kate to stay in her lane in the publishing department. Kate tells Maggie that she tried to help and walks out of the mansion.

Tate exits the Pub and runs in to Holly and Arianna. Holly tells Tate that she texted him a lot today and asks how his Thanksgiving was. Tate responds that it wasn’t that great as he reveals that Marlena had pacemaker surgery and Rachel is in Bayview. Holly is shocked and says she’s so sorry. Tate mentions being on his way to see Rachel now. They point out that he has class in like 30 minutes. Arianna flashes back to Tate revealing to her that he could flunk out of Salem U if he doesn’t ace his finals. Tate says he’s sorry but he has to go. Holly tells him to tell Rachel that she loves her as he rushes off.

Sophia and Rachel talk about Rachel’s snake. Rachel says she wants to go home. Sophia tries to encourage that Bayview isn’t so bad and tells her that she already has a friend in her. Rachel points out that she doesn’t really know her. Sophia feels they have a lot in common, like Tate. Sophia tells Rachel that she will have her back because she’s Tate’s sister. Sophia adds that they both got sent here and asks why Rachel is here. Rachel says she will probably hear from someone else so she might as well tell her. Rachel tells Sophia that she did some things she shouldn’t have as she almost made two people die.

Arianna and Holly sit together in the Pub. Arianna talks about how Rachel must be so scared and points out at least now she knows why Tate was missing. Holly worries that he must be hurting so much and wishes she could do something for him. Holly doesn’t know how she will be able to concentrate on anything else including her internship for Stephanie. Arianna wishes her internship would hurry up and come through with Titan. Holly offers to ask Kate for her but Arianna doesn’t want to push it. Holly decides she should get started on going through Stephanie’s fan mail and exits. Roman and Kate come over to greet Arianna, who says she’s just catching up on school work. Kate tells Arianna that they missed her at Thanksgiving. Arianna says she thought she would have more time after dinner, but reveals that Leo proposed to Javi and it became a whole thing. Kate asks how she feels about her cousin getting married to Leo. Arianna reveals she doesn’t feel great about it and that she’s tried to tolerate Leo because he makes Javi happy for whatever reason, but after what Leo did to Will and Sonny, she doesn’t see how the family can welcome him with open arms because she can’t.

Marlena tells Leo that she would be thrilled to officiate his wedding and asks about the proposal. Leo explains that he had planned on proposing when Javi suggested they get their own place. Leo talks about Javi’s mother giving her ring to Rafe, but Rafe agreed that Javi should have it, so he used it to propose. Leo calls it his best Thanksgiving ever, declaring that he now gets to be part of that incredible family for the rest of his life. Leo then apologizes for going on about Thanksgiving and family when Marlena just had her first without John. Marlena responds that she’s had a lot of upset in her family and she thinks it’s her fault.

Brady goes to see Maggie at the Kiriakis Mansion. Maggie hopes it’s not another lecture about layoffs but Brady clarifies it’s not about work and he just wanted to say sorry because what happened to Sarah was his fault.

Sophia questions Rachel saying she almost killed two people. Rachel says the first one was an accident and the second one was kind of an accident too as she didn’t know what she did would be so bad. Sophia asks what she did but Rachel doesn’t want to talk about it anymore. Rachel asks why Sophia came to her room. Sophia says she got bored and thought Rachel could use someone to talk to. Sophia asks if Rachel knows who adopted her baby. Rachel reveals that she does know that but they are interrupted by Tate arriving. Sophia then goes silent as Tate questions what she’s doing there.

Roman tells Arianna that Marlena is very fond of Leo, so if she feels Leo has changed, he defers to her judgment. Kate jokes that Roman always sees the best in everything. Kate says that just because Leo and Javi are getting married doesn’t mean that Arianna has to be a fan of Leo. Arianna complains that it means Leo will now be at every single one of their family gatherings. Arianna says that she doesn’t hate Leo but she doesn’t want to be related to him.

Leo knows Marlena’s family is going through a lot right now but says she can’t blame herself for getting sick. Marlena says it’s not that and she can’t go in to detail, but she made a terrible error in judgment that she wishes she could take back. Leo finds that hard to believe and encourages that things will start to look up. Marlena responds that she’s afraid the damage is done and there’s nothing she can do to fix it.

Maggie can’t believe Rachel gave Sarah pistachio ice cream on purpose when she knows she’s allergic. Maggie notes that Sarah said it wasn’t an accident but wouldn’t go in to detail. Brady says she was protecting Rachel. Brady wanted to confide in Maggie since she’s his sponsor and he loves and trusts her more than anyone. Maggie says she’s so sorry and asks where Rachel is now. Brady reveals that she’s getting treatment at Bayview. Brady questions how many signs he missed that she ended up there. Maggie feels there’s no way he could’ve known. Brady says there was because someone he thought he could trust knew what Rachel was capable of and didn’t tell him. Maggie questions who, so Brady informs her that it was Marlena.

Rachel claims to Tate that Sophia just came in but didn’t say anything and doesn’t talk, but she was glad to see someone she knows. Tate tells Sophia that he can come see her after visiting Rachel, but he wanted to see and hang out with Rachel alone, so Sophia walks out of the room.

Holly sits in the town square, going through Stephanie’s fan mail. She comes across one letter that says they belong together which she calls creepy. Holly then finds another letter with the same handwriting and guesses it’s the same guy.

Roman goes back to work while Kate tells Arianna that she’s happy that she got her feelings about Leo off her chest, but if she has a problem, she needs to do something. Arianna tells Kate that she needs the internship with Titan but she hasn’t heard back yet. Kate tells Arianna that she’s sorry but it seems very unlikely she will get the internship because they are restructuring at Titan so there’s no new internships. Arianna says she understands but Kate says she has an idea.

Tate tries to encourage Rachel that her room at Bayview isn’t too bad. Rachel questions Tate not bringing him a toy. Tate says he’s too broke and encourages that the doctors will help her here. Rachel complains that she’s better now and wants to go home. The nurse comes in and announces visiting hours are over so Tate has to leave which upsets Rachel. Tate tells Rachel that he loves her and will come visit her every day as he then exits.

Maggie asks Brady how Marlena could know that Rachel would poison Sarah. Brady responds that Marlena knew things about Rachel that she didn’t tell him, feeling he decided she knew what was best for his daughter without telling him. Brady asks Maggie not to take Marlena’s side, complaining that Marlena betrayed his trust and now his daughter is in a mental ward. Maggie understands Brady is in shock but questions if he really thinks Marlena didn’t have Rachel’s best interest at heart. Brady admits she probably meant well but what she did was wrong and it almost cost Sarah her life. Brady declares he doesn’t want to be in that house anymore as he doesn’t think he can live with Marlena.

Leo feels Marlena is being too hard on herself. Marlena says she’s not because she made a terrible mistake. Marlena thought she was in control but she wasn’t and she’s not used to being fallible. Leo calls her an incredible therapist and even better friend. Leo tells Marlena how grateful he is for her.

Tate goes to visit Sophia in her room at Bayview and says it was very nice of her to visit Rachel. Tate apologizes for not coming to see her and tells Sophia that he thinks about her a lot. Tate admits he still doesn’t understand everything that happened and wishes she could tell him. Tate doesn’t know what else to say and tells Sophia to take care of herself. Tate adds that he will come visit her when he sees Rachel. Sophia remains silent as Tate then exits.

Kate thinks maybe Arianna should try to get an internship at DiMera Enterprises. Kate says she has contacts there and could talk to them about her. Kate is sure they would jump at the chance to hire her. Arianna points out DiMera being Titan’s number one enemy. Kate thinks she would do really well there and learn a lot. Kate offers to put in a good word for her.

Leo and Marlena color her coloring books together. Leo says when she gets out of the hospital, they will binge watch Drag Race. Marlena states that she was spiraling when Leo came in and he pulled her back, so she’s very glad he’s there. Leo responds that’s what friends are for.

Maggie questions Brady leaving he and Rachel’s home, calling it a big decision in his state of mind. Brady insists that his state of mind is good and reveals he went to a meeting last night. Maggie acknowledges that he has big challenges ahead and Rachel will need him badly. Brady doesn’t know if he’d be able to stay on track at Marlena’s place. Brady says he’s been thinking for a long time that he should have his own place. Maggie invites him to move in to the Kiriakis Mansion until he finds one, reminding him that he’s always welcome there. Brady admits that would be great, assuring it would only be until he finds his own place. Brady mentions that he does come with Rachel’s snake. Maggie tells him that Kate reminded her today how much she loves the Kiriakis Mansion, calling it her home as well as Brady and Rachel’s because she loves them both. Brady thanks her and hugs her.

Holly remains in the town square as Tate walks by. Holly asks how his visit with Rachel went as she hugs him.

Sophia returns to Rachel’s room at Bayview with a cup of water and thanks her for keeping her secret. Sophia calls it really nice of Tate to come visit Rachel. Rachel calls him a good brother. Sophia reminds Rachel that they were talking about her baby’s adoption. Sophia hopes that Johnny and Chanel do not have her baby, but Rachel reveals that they do and says she’s sorry. Sophia responds that it isn’t her fault as she turns away in anger, crushing the paper cup in her hands.

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