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Doug Williams III stands in the living room of the Horton house, looking at the photos on the mantle as he pulls out Alice’s diamond necklace that he stole. He thinks back to hiding outside the window of the house when the family was first going through the time capsule and found the necklace. Julie then walks in and asks what he’s doing.

Roman, Kayla, and Steve bring out the Christmas decorations at the Brady Pub. Kayla calls it the unofficial kickoff of Christmas season, but says this year all she can think about is Julie having to spend it without Doug. Roman says the annual hanging of the Horton ornaments will definitely be bittersweet this year. Steve adds that Julie will need her family and friends around her more than ever this year. Hope then arrives and hugs Roman and Kayla.

Jack and Jennifer sit in the town square. Jack comments on Jennifer being up late last night. Jennifer says she just had long talks with Hope and then she couldn’t sleep because she can’t stop thinking about JJ and Chad going up against Clyde Weston on their own. Jack encourages that they are both smart and capable. Jennifer says she knows but she just wants to hear from them. Jack assures that they will as it’s still early in Vancouver.

At the hotel in Vancouver, JJ wakes up with Gabi’s hand on his chest. Gabi wakes up and apologizes but JJ says it’s okay as she was always a cuddler and some things never change.

Chad wakes Cat up from having a nightmare in their motel in Vancouver. Cat tells Chad about her nightmare that Clyde went through with his threat of killing her mother. Cat worries that dream could be real and everything she did was all for nothing. Chad hugs Cat as she breaks down crying. Cat apologizes for falling apart like that. Chad understands she’s worried about her mom. Cat talks about how her mom used to comfort her after having nightmares. Cat says she thought she lost her mom once and can’t go through that again. Chad responds that he knows what that’s like. Cat says she’s really sorry. Chad tells her to stay focused on bringing Clyde to justice. Cat brings up that Clyde said he would reach out with instructions this morning. Chad is sure that JJ will reach out as soon as he does.

JJ jokes that he should thank Gabi for keeping him warm. Gabi says that was not her intent. JJ says it’s okay that she missed him. Gabi insists she was just dreaming about Stefan because she loved him. JJ argues that Stefan was an ass who took advantage of Abigail and treated Gabi like dirt, so he feels she’s lucky to be rid of him. Gabi brings up that Stefan skipped town without even saying goodbye so that’s how much she meant to him. JJ feels that’s proving his point that Stefan’s an ass. JJ tells Gabi that he’s sorry that things ended the way they did. Gabi thanks him and says they should get dressed for the big day ahead of them.

Jennifer knows Jack is right that JJ and Chad are strong and capable. Jack understands it’s hard not to worry. Jennifer states that their family has suffered so many losses in the last few years, so she would like to think that she’s strong but worries about anything happening to JJ. Jack assures that JJ will be fine and that they need to do this for Abigail. Jack declares that they need to believe they will succeed in their mission for her.

Kayla tells Hope that they are so sorry about Doug as they all loved him so much. Steve asks how she’s holding up. Hope says it’s Julie that she worries about. Steve’s alarm goes off to remind him he needs to meet with Jack. Steve offers to put it off but Hope says she understands and knows what’s going on. Steve asks how long Hope is in town. Hope informs him that she’s flying back in a little bit to get back to Bo, but tells Steve to go ahead as it’s important. Steve tells Hope that he’s always thinking of her and Bo. Kayla brings up hearing that Bo squeezed her hand. Roman asks if it was a false alarm which Hope confirms. Steve insists that they all know Bo is going to wake up and encourages Hope to keep the faith. Steve hugs Hope as he says goodbye to them and exits the Pub. Kayla tells Hope that Julie must be grateful to have her. Hope says she felt bad about having to leave so fast. Hope talks about being grateful for all the supportive people. Hope then asks if Kayla and Roman have met Doug’s long lost grandson.

Doug III tells Julie that he was just looking at the family photos and putting names to faces. Julie says most of them are her relatives. Julie shows Doug a picture of Shawn and talks about him going through a tough time right now. Julie says that Shawn was a great cop just like Hope and the bad guys always knew they were in trouble when they were on the case. Julie is sorry that Doug didn’t get to bond with Shawn, Hope, and Ciara. Julie brings up Ciara being the one to open the time capsule and says she wants to show him all the things inside of it. Julie mentions the necklace that belonged to Alice but then calls it strange that the necklace isn’t there.

Roman tells Kayla and Hope that he hadn’t heard anything about Doug’s son in years. Kayla talks about how it must be for Julie. Hope questions Julie inviting this guy that she just met to move in and admits she doesn’t think it’s a good idea at all. Hope says she doesn’t mean to be a cynic but she doesn’t completely trust this so called Doug Williams. Roman asks if she thinks this guy is not who he says he is.

Julie doesn’t understand and tells Doug III about the necklace being gone. Jennifer comes home. Julie asks her what happened to the necklace as she wanted to show it to Doug but it’s not there. Jennifer responds that she’s so sorry as she thought they would figure it out before she found out, but they think the necklace was stolen right after they left for the funeral. Julie questions her knowing and not telling her. Jennifer says she was dealing with so much and they didn’t want to upset her. Julie questions why they haven’t called the police. Jennifer informs her that they think it was stolen by someone close to them.

Steve meets Jack in the town square and asks if there’s been any word from JJ. Jack says not since last night. Jack mentions telling Jennifer that JJ would be fine but admits he’s worried since they are going in to this Clyde situation totally blind. Steve reveals that he called in some favors with the ISA last night, so it’s easier to narrow down the search for Clyde. Steve says he’s still waiting to hear but they are on it. Steve then gets a text.

Gabi asks JJ when he thinks they’ll hear from Clyde. JJ hopes it will be soon. Gabi wonders if there’s a problem or if he’s on to them. They then receive a note slipped under the door. JJ picks it up and sees it’s addressed to Chad, so he opens it. JJ reads the order to bring Cat Green to the back room of the Pink Kitten Club at 10 AM sharp.

Chad questions Cat taking long in the bathroom. She comes out and says she was getting dressed, arguing that it’s not like she’s going to jump out the bathroom window. Chad reminds her that he doesn’t want her out of his sight for that long. Cat tells him to chill and argues that she’s not the enemy anymore. Chad states that he can’t afford to mess this up. Cat says she’s not just in this for personal reasons and insists she wants to help him find Abigail’s remains. Cat talks about how she hates that she put him through Hell so she wants to do anything she can to lessen his pain because she still cares about him. Chad remarks that she has a strange way of showing it since all she’s ever done is lie to him. Cat knows it felt that way but repeats that she was only trying to save her mother. Chad stops her and says nothing she says will justify what she did. Cat tells Chad that she doesn’t expect him to return her feelings. Cat wishes she didn’t have feelings for him and gets that he’s going to hate her forever. They are interrupted by a knock at the door. It’s Gabi and JJ who present Chad with Clyde’s note.

Julie asks Jennifer who she thinks stole the necklace. Jennifer reveals that they think it was her brother Steven. Julie questions accusing Steven and what proof they have. Jennifer brings up Steven’s history with that sort of thing. Julie insists that Steven changed as Doug III looks on. Julie assures that Steven has a good heart, so she doesn’t see how she could point the finger at him just because of his history. Jennifer brings up that Steven had the opportunity when they were leaving for the funeral. Julie remembers Steven going back after forgetting his phone but says that doesn’t mean he stole the necklace. Jennifer asks who else it could have been.

Kayla thinks Hope is right to be cautious about Doug III after what happened with the impostor Abigail. Hope says she told Jennifer to keep an eye on him. Roman says they will too. Hope wants to verify Doug III’s story before she leaves town. Hope says she knows someone who should be able to get her the information she needs.

JJ reveals that he looked up the Pink Kitten Club and it’s a strip club. Gabi says it sounds like a place Clyde would hang out. JJ adds that it would be empty during the day. Chad worries about Clyde setting a trap and that without the advantage, there’s nothing to stop Clyde from shooting Gabi and JJ on the spot. JJ says he can be their backup. Chad worries that Clyde would see them coming. JJ points out that the clock is ticking. Chad gets a call from Steve and hopes he can help them figure something out. Chad says they could use his help. Steve says he knows as Jack and Jennifer told him what they are doing, so he did some digging and has some useful intel for him. Steve informs Chad that the ISA helped him get a line on where Clyde has been hiding. Steve says he will text him an address on the outside of town. Chad thanks him and says they will check it out. Steve reminds Chad to call for backup from the local authorities but Chad says they don’t have time for that. Steve wishes Chad told him about this as soon as Clyde called him. Chad apologizes but says Clyde told him not to tell anyone. Chad thanks Steve for the assist. Steve responds that he can thank him by not getting himself killed.

Hope finishes a call with Harris Michaels and thanks him for the help. Kayla didn’t know they were still in touch. Hope explains that he keeps her up to date on his search for Megan and how he’s working for the Navy Seals and the ISA. Hope says that Harris should be able to get him the contact information for Charles LeClaire pretty quickly. Harris then sends it over, so Hope calls Charles. Hope introduces herself and says it’s good to finally speak. Hope tells him that she’s actually calling about his son.

Julie questions Jennifer thinking anyone close to them could have stolen the necklace and argues that someone must have broke in to the house right after they left for the memorial. Doug III thinks back to stealing the necklace after Jennifer and Julie left. Jennifer tells Julie that they wondered if it could be a random stranger but questions why they would take the necklace and nothing else or how they would even know there was a necklace to steal. Julie responds that she has no idea, but her heart tells her that her brother did not do it.

Chad decides he and Cat will go to the Pink Kitten Club to stall Clyde as long as they can, while instructing JJ and Gabi to go to the address to the apartment that Clyde’s been staying at to see if they can find any information on Abigail’s body or Cat’s mother. JJ doesn’t like the idea of Chad going without backup and suggests calling local police after all. Cat argues that they can’t do that because if Clyde gets wind of it, he’ll kill her mother. JJ asks how she’s going to escape a dangerous situation then. Gabi suggests getting what they need from his place and then calling the cops, thus making sure Cat’s mother is safe first. Cat thanks Gabi. JJ questions Gabi being on Cat’s side. Gabi responds that hating Clyde has a way of bringing people together. JJ questions how they know Cat’s still not working with Clyde. Cat repeats that she wants Clyde in chains as much as they do. Chad admits he had the same reservations but they have no choice but to trust Cat, so if they want this plan to work, they need to start moving. Cat asks what if Gabi and JJ come up empty. JJ says they’ll text them. Cat pleads with them not to call the cops until her mother is safe. JJ says that’s Chad’s call which he agrees to. JJ then warns them that they are going to have to get the hell out of there all on their own.

Julie warns Jennifer that it’s a powerful accusation and Steven isn’t here to defend himself. Jennifer informs her that Ciara and Lucas confronted Steven about the necklace but he denied it. Doug III interrupts to point out that Julie said Steven left town in a hurry and his way in and out was through a window. Jennifer gets a text from Jack to meet him in the town square. Julie decides they’ll talk about this later. Jennifer assures they’ll figure it out soon and says she loves her. Jennifer exits as Doug III remarks that he wishes he knew how to help. He asks Julie if she’s okay. Julie cries that she’s definitely not. Julie says it meant so much to her that her brother came to Doug’s memorial service as she hadn’t seen him in so long. Julie cries that it was a blessing for her and now his own family is accusing him of being a thief. Julie declares that it would break her heart. Doug III responds that there’s something she should know.

Hope tells Charles that someday they will meet in person and thanks him as they hang up. Hope then informs Kayla and Roman that Charles confirmed having a son named Doug, who he recently told all about his connection to their family but he was surprised he was in Salem. Kayla guesses Doug III’s story checks out then and he’s not an impostor. Roman notes that Hope is still not satisfied. Hope still wonders what his agenda is with the timing. Hope points out that Julie is very vulnerable right now, so she doesn’t want her being taken advantage of. Roman assures they will look out for her. Hope thanks him and says she has to get to the airport. Kayla repeats that they are so sad about Doug. Roman tells Hope to tell Bo to wake up and that he loves him. Hope hugs Roman and agrees to pass his message along. Hope hugs Kayla and says she loves them so much. Hope then exits the Pub.

JJ and Gabi go to the apartment address that Steve gave them. JJ says he’s not taking any chances and pulls out a gun. JJ hands the gun to Gabi while he picks the lock to the apartment. JJ opens the door and says there’s no one there so they have to work fast. JJ and Gabi begin searching the apartment. Gabi finds a fake ID with Clyde’s picture, using the name George Hazard. They continue searching the apartment.

Chad and Cat go to the back room of the Pink Kitten Club. Chad notes it doesn’t look like anyone is there so they will just have to be patient. Cat worries about dying here and asks how they are going to make sure things go their way. Chad says like this and pulls out his gun while Cat questions what he is doing.

Doug III tells Julie that even if her brother did let her down, he’s always here for her no matter what. Julie thanks him and hugs him as she says it means a lot. Hope then walks in and says she’s sorry to interrupt but it’s time to say goodbye. They talk about hating that it’s so soon but Hope says she really needs to get back to Bo. Julie understands as they embrace. Hope talks about how much Doug loved Julie. Julie says she feels his love all around her and hopes that Hope does too. Hope assures that she always has and always will. Hope asks if Julie will be okay. Julie says she’s’ more concerned that Hope will be okay. Hope says she will call her when she lands as they hug. Julie insists on getting her a box of donuts for her trip, so she heads to the kitchen. Doug III tells Hope that it was nice to meet her. Hope hopes he’ll take care of Julie while she’s gone. He says he just promised her that. Hope warns that she’s glad to hear that because she’s very protective of Julie and if he hurts her in any way, she’ll be back but not so friendly next time.

Jennifer meets Jack and Steve in the town square. Jennifer asks if this is about Chad and JJ. Jack informs her that they have news. Steve says that Chad and Cat are going to meet Clyde soon. Jennifer asks what happened to JJ and Gabi. Jack says that Chad told them that the plan had to change on the fly but the good news is that Steve was able to track down an address for Clyde. Steve explains that Chad and Cat are going to stall Clyde while JJ and Gabi search his place for information about Abigail. Jennifer worries that it doesn’t sound less dangerous. Jack says it might be their only chance to find their daughter’s body. Jennifer assures that if there is something to mind, JJ will find it.

JJ and Gabi continue searching Clyde’s apartment until JJ finds Clyde’s laptop, but it’s password protected. Gabi correctly guesses his password is “Nancy”. JJ gets in and says it looks like he can access his text messages from there. Clyde then arrives with his gun raised, surprising Gabi and JJ.

Chad holds his gun on Cat, reminding her that they need to make this look good. Chad calls out to Clyde that he did what he wanted and brought him Cat. Chad shouts that he knows Clyde is there but the door opens and they are shocked to see Cat’s mother, Catharina enter with a gun.

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Update written by Joseph

Leo sits in the town square with his laptop. Rafe joins him and says he got his message, so he asks what was so urgent that he needed to be there immediately. Leo shows Rafe his laptop and says that Lady Whistleblower has struck again.

Jada goes home where Javi is using his phone and asks Javi if she was interrupting something.

Joy meets EJ outside of the Brady Pub. EJ gives her the check and orders her to pack her things and go. Joy hesitates so EJ asks if they have a problem.

At the DiMera Mansion, Alex argues to Johnny that Joy doesn’t want to leave her job and admitted she loves her job when he tried to talk her out of leaving. Johnny gets upset and tells Alex that this is none of his business, telling him to butt out before he messes everything up right as Chanel comes home and asks what the hell is going on in here. Chanel asks if anyone is going to tell her what they are fighting about. Johnny claims it’s nothing but Chanel says it didn’t sound like nothing. Alex then informs her that it’s about Joy.

Jada notes that Javi seems very protective of his phone. Javi jokes that he was putting together his top secret Christmas shopping list. Jada mentions being surprised that Rafe didn’t beat her home since she stayed at the office late. Javi informs her that he actually did but he got a message and left. Jada asks about the message. Javi says it was for his job at Black Patch and apparently from Leo.

Rafe laughs off Leo’s emergency being about Lady Whistleblower. Leo complains that his impostor has dropped another column stuffed with more Body and Soul spoilers including his story about an island called Weivenip being the backwards version of Pineview which came to him in a dream. Rafe questions the plot holes to the island. Leo argues that he hired him to find the impostor before everything gets spoiled.

Chanel questions why Alex and Johnny would be fighting about Joy. Alex informs her that there’s something that she needs to know as it affects her. Chanel asks what it is. Alex starts to explain but Johnny jumps in and claims that Alex slept with Joy.

EJ tells Joy to take the check while Joy complains that she really liked her job. EJ acknowledges the sacrifice and says that’s why he’s offering such a generous sum, reminding her that she agreed to take it. EJ adds that there are plenty of jobs out there and with this money, she could go back to school and get a master’s degree or she could head to Los Angeles for acting with a fresh start. EJ mentions having an old friend on the west coast who is a filmmaker always looking for fresh talent. EJ insists that he can help her, but she knows what she must do. Joy then takes the check as Kate walks up and questions what is going on.

Jada tells Javi that she was pretty surprised when Leo showed up on Thanksgiving and hired Rafe to find out who was spoiling stories. Javi says he was more surprised that Rafe accepted even after he went over a list of Leo’s crimes. Javi remarks that Rafe didn’t listen to him when he told him not to meet with Leo. Jada questions why he would tell him that.

Leo shows Rafe more of Lady Whistleblower spoiling his stories and complains that somebody is obviously out to get him. Leo adds that none of the cast knew about the stories. Rafe asks if anyone else had access to his computer. Leo mentions catching Javi on it after he came out of the shower in his room. Rafe says Javi told him all about it and how Leo accused him of being Lady Whistleblower. Leo confirms he did but he thinks subconsciously that he thought Javi was too good for him, so to protect himself, he pushed him away. Leo says he reminds himself every day that good things are possible. Leo admits he feels really terrible about screwing things up with Javi. Rafe asks if there are any other suspects. Leo says that Salem is fertile ground for producing a cohort of the duplicitous and underhanded. Leo then stops and declares he thinks he knows who it is.

Kate didn’t realize EJ and Joy knew each other. EJ tells Kate that they were just talking about her which Kate questions. EJ says she is the producer of Body and Soul, so he thinks Kate should know that Joy has decided to quit the show. Kate questions Joy as to why that is. Joy responds that she’s not really sure it’s for her, claiming she has anxiety and that she’s missing New York. Kate says she’s not unsympathetic but she can’t allow her to quit because she has an ironclad contract and she wouldn’t want to be in breach of that.

Chanel questions Alex sleeping with Joy. Johnny claims that Alex just told him. Chanel questions why Alex would tell Johnny that. Johnny says he sensed something going on with them at rehearsal, so Alex dropped by to go over some script edits and he admitted it. Chanel questions why they were fighting about it. Johnny says he was just concerned that it might not be a good idea and asks Alex if that’s right.

Jada questions Javi as to why he didn’t want Rafe to meet Leo. Javi calls Leo a complete and total jerk for accusing him of being Lady Whistleblower off of sketchy circumstantial evidence after they had a pretty hot first date. Javi says that after Leo turned on him, he realized he was better off without him, so he doesn’t want Rafe to be sucked in to Leo’s vortex. Jada thinks it’s sweet that Javi wants to protect Rafe, but jokes that they aren’t going to sleep together and Rafe is only helping Leo find out whoever took over the column. Jada asks Javi why he doesn’t want Rafe to help Leo with the case.

Leo tells Rafe that he believes Kate is the Lady Whistleblower since he pitches her the stories so she knows them. Rafe questions why Kate would want to sabotage her own show. Leo then suggests it’s both Kate and Abe since they are the producers. Leo relates it to the plot of the Broadway musical The Producers, suggesting Abe and Kate are going to make money by tanking their own show. Rafe says he doesn’t buy it. Leo tells Rafe to come up with something then and asks if he has any ideas. Rafe responds that he actually does.

EJ tells Kate that he’s well aware that Joy has a contract. Kate tells EJ that contracts are legally binding. EJ claims that is why Joy hired him. EJ says that Joy is a young actress with talent and knows what is best for her, so he took her case for free. EJ says he’s sure they can work this out for everyone’s benefit. EJ says Joy has become deeply unhappy, so he’s sure Kate won’t hold her to some contract and wouldn’t get the best out of an actress who already has a foot out the door. Kate says she wouldn’t want someone working for her who doesn’t want to be there. Kate argues that Joy is their Regan and everyone loves her. EJ argues that she could recast the role as he’s told that’s a fairly common practice. Kate says they could but she doesn’t want to. Kate argues that Joy has a very special gift and if she puts her mind to it, she thinks Joy will be a big star. Kate promises that she and Abe will work with her to address any concerns. Kate asks Joy to reconsider and not break her contract.

Chanel questions Alex and Johnny having a knock down drag out fight because Alex is having a fling with Joy. Alex goes along with it and claims it’s true that Johnny wasn’t happy when he told him that he slept with Joy. Chanel asks if that’s what Johnny meant by saying Alex is going to ruin everything. Johnny claims he was just concerned after the whole Alex and Stephanie fiasco, that this would only cause more problems. Alex says he was just telling Johnny that what he and Joy do are their business, joking that it’s not like they are married so they aren’t hurting anybody. Chanel says that’s not exactly true.

Jada questions Javi being worried about Rafe taking Leo’s case. Javi talks about not trusting Leo and questions if Rafe will ever figure out who Lady Whistleblower is, joking about who it could be. Javi remarks that Leo seems adamant to take someone down for this and if Rafe doesn’t find the culprit, he wouldn’t put it past Leo to blame Rafe himself. Jada doubts that, pointing out that this person is messing with Leo’s livelihood, so if she was Leo, she would want it solved too. Javi gets a text and says he has to go, then quickly exits which Jada calls abrupt.

Leo asks Rafe who his suspect is but Rafe doesn’t want to say. Leo questions why not. Rafe says he doesn’t want to accuse anyone without concrete evidence. Rafe feels if he tells Leo, then he will accuse them. Leo argues that he’s paying Rafe. Rafe says that’s all the more reason to stay tight-lipped about it. Rafe says they cannot let the person know they are investigating and if Leo goes around making false accusations, word will get out. Rafe tells Leo to give him some time and if he comes up with something concrete, he’ll let him know. Leo asks Rafe to work fast and then asks if he would be willing to put in a good word for him with Javi. Leo argues that he is a decent guy. Rafe agrees to put in a good word for him but warns that once Javi puts his mind to something, he isn’t likely to change it and it seems like he’s made up his mind. Leo acknowledges that he really messed that up as Rafe then walks away.

Alex questions who Chanel thinks is getting hurt by he and Joy sleeping together. Chanel argues that it hurts Joy because there’s clearly a power imbalance in their relationship. Chanel says it’s not the same as the actor and the publicist, but Joy is new in town and vulnerable. Chanel adds that she and Johnny promised to look out for Joy. Chanel brings up that Alex still isn’t over Stephanie so she doesn’t want Joy to get hurt. Alex tells Chanel not to worry because he doesn’t want anyone to get hurt either.

EJ tells Kate that Joy will not be pressured in to anything as she’s made her decision. Kate tells EJ to let Joy speak for herself. Joy responds that Kate is right and declares that she wants to stay. Kate calls that such good news and tells Joy not to worry as she and Abe will happily address all o her concerns. Kate says she’ll start working on the schedule and knows they can make adjustments to get Joy to New York more often. Kate knows Joy misses her family but adds that Body and Soul is now her family too. Kate then heads in to the Brady Pub. EJ questions Joy about what the hell that was.

Chanel decides she should head upstairs to learn her lines for tomorrow and exits. Alex then asks Johnny what the hell was that. Alex questions why Johnny would tell Chanel that he and Joy slept together. Johnny says he had to think fast and apologizes. Johnny adds that it doesn’t matter since Joy is leaving town. Alex complains that now Chanel is going to think that’s his fault. Johnny apologizes again and admits that he panicked. Johnny suggests they take a deep breath and insists everything is going to be fine if Alex doesn’t say anything. Alex reluctantly agrees even though he looks like the bad guy now thanks to Johnny. Alex decides that out of respect for Chanel and not wanting anyone else to get hurt, he won’t say anything. Johnny thanks him but Alex says not to thank him as he doesn’t deserve it because he handled this like a little bitch.

EJ questions why Joy told Kate that she’s staying and what she’s trying to pull. Joy says she realized Kate was right that she does like her job and being an actress, so she questions why she should give that up. EJ argues that she’s interfering in his son’s marriage. Joy argues that Johnny bears quite a bit of responsibility for what happened. EJ asks if she wants him to double her money. Joy says she’s sorry that Johnny is not comfortable with her being around but he’s going to have to get used to it because she’s not going anywhere. Joy then walks away.

Rafe goes home to Jada, who asks how it went with Leo. Rafe asks how she knew he was meeting with Leo. Jada jokes that she’s the police commissioner so she knows everything in this town. Jada then admits that Javi told her and that he wasn’t too happy that Rafe took the case. Rafe assures he made that clear. Jada asks about the case and if he has any leads. Rafe admits he has a hunch on who it might be. Jada asks if he cares to share. Rafe suggests Hattie Adams since she was fired shortly after taping Body and Soul and was pretty upset about it, even putting a curse on the show. Jada mentions hearing about that. Rafe thinks it’s a pretty good lead. Jada asks if he’s going to track Hattie down. Rafe responds that he is and asks if she has a problem with that.

Leo remains in the town square with his laptop and continues reading the spoilers in Lady Whistleblower’s column. Leo remarks that he can’t even be bad since they aren’t a bad writer. Javi then appears and says it’s a shame what happened after he read Lady Whistleblower’s column. Leo asks if he’s gloating now and rubbing it in. Leo guesses he deserves that after accusing him. Leo tells Javi that he really loved being a head writer as it was fun and exciting and he finally felt respected, but now it’s all gone up in smoke. Javi says he understands as he remembers how excited Leo was to watch the premiere, so it’s obvious how much the job meant to him. Javi tells Leo that for what it’s worth, he’s sorry it’s going bad for him. Leo brings up today’s episode and invites Javi to his room to watch it with him. Javi questions Leo inviting him to his room. Leo says it’s just to watch the show and suggests they could order room service. Kerry, the guy that Leo almost hooked up with a few months ago, then approaches. Javi questions them knowing each other. Leo flashes back to when they were in his hotel room together. Kerry explains that they went out once but Leo didn’t think they had a spark. Leo says it wasn’t that and asks if they know each other. Javi says they don’t know each other yet while Kerry reveals they matched on a dating app. Javi then informs Leo that he and Kerry are on a date. They agree to go to Small Bar, so Javi tells Leo to have a great night as he and Kerry walk away.

Rafe questions Jada having a problem with him tracking down Hattie. Jada brings up that Hattie is her main suspect in the poisoned cupcakes and adds that she already has an APB out on her, so she doesn’t need Black Patch getting in the way and she doesn’t want the investigation messed up. Rafe jokes that Javi warned them about him working for Black Patch throwing a wrench in to her investigations. Jada says she’s just asking that he let her take the lead on finding Hattie. Rafe questions why he should since he’s a private investigator and it’s legal for him to trail someone. Jada argues that it’s an active police investigation. Rafe argues that if they weren’t together, she wouldn’t even know about it. Jada complains that Rafe could end up spooking Hattie off while Rafe questions if she’s worried that Paulina will think he’s doing a better job than her. Jada says that’s not it and decides may the best investigator win. They shake hands as Rafe wishes her luck.

Johnny paces in the living room as EJ comes home. Johnny asks if he gave Joy her check. EJ responds that he handed it to her but Kate interrupted and talked Joy in to believing she would become the next Julia Roberts and that she would address all of her on set concerns. EJ assures that he tried to convince her but Joy wouldn’t listen and has decided to stick around. Chanel then comes back downstairs.

Alex goes over his lines at home until Joy shows up at his door. Joy says she won’t stay long and just wanted to let him know that she didn’t take the money, so she’s staying which excites Alex. Alex asks what changed her mind. Joy informs him that Kate happened to be walking by as she was taking the money and she made her realize that she really wants this job, so she won’t cave in. Alex congratulates her for standing up to EJ. Alex says there’s also something he needs to tell her. Alex then informs Joy that Chanel now believes they are sleeping together.

Chanel questions why Johnny looks like he just got cheating on an algebra test. EJ asks Chanel how things are on Body and Soul. Chanel says things are going well and she’s really connecting to her character. Chanel mentions having ten scenes with Joy tomorrow and asks Johnny to run lines with her which he agrees to. Chanel says goodnight to EJ and heads back upstairs. Johnny tells EJ that he can’t handle this. EJ says he has no choice and he’s afraid he will have to learn to live with his secret. Johnny then heads upstairs.

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Chad and Cat arrive at a motel room in Vancouver, Canada. Chad talks about Clyde tracking their every move and hopes that he believes they are the couple that checked in across the street.

JJ and Gabi check in as Mr & Mrs. DiMera at the hotel in Vancouver.

Paulina, Lani, and Chanel are having facials at home after doing their nails. Paulina talks about wanting to see the twins as much as possible before Lani and Eli go back to Washington DC. Chanel talks about being so glad they had this time together. Lani comments that they wanted to see Johnny more too and thought she and Eli could double date with Chanel and Johnny, but maybe next time. Paulina remarks that it’s for the best which Lani questions. Chanel says it can wait but Paulina urges her to tell Lani how much of a jackass Johnny has been.

Johnny sits in the living rom of the DiMera Mansion with his tablet as EJ walks in. Johnny mentions working on filming a big confrontation between Chanel and Joy’s characters tomorrow. EJ suggests he not work so hard on that as he informs Johnny that Joy’s character will have to be recast since she won’t be available to tape those scenes.

Joy goes to Alex’s apartment and informs him that she came to say goodbye. Alex questions what she means. Joy says she’s going back to New York and quitting Body and Soul. Alex argues that she barely started and asks how she can quit. Joy says she’s unsure about acting as that was her mom’s dream and not her dream. Alex argues that everyone loves her and questions where this is coming from. Joy remarks that it would be best for everyone. Alex guesses she means best for Johnny because she doesn’t want Chanel to find out that she hooked up with her husband.

Johnny questions EJ as to why Joy would be unavailable. EJ reveals that when Joy was over for Thanksgiving, he made her a generous proposition to leave Body and Soul and Salem for good.

Cat asks Chad what if Clyde already suspects them or knows they are using Gabi and JJ as decoys. Chad feels if Clyde knew that, they’d already be dead. Chad starts unpacking his bag. Cat mentions that she assumed this was her room. Chad says it’s going to be his too. Cat points out that there’s only one bed. Chad explains that he doesn’t trust her, so he’s not letting her out of his sight.

JJ is given a letter from Clyde that was left for Mr. and Mrs. DiMera at the hotel front desk.

Joy tells Alex that she thought she could work with Chanel and Johnny with no drama but Chanel keeps inviting over and wanting to be her best friend, so it’s too much. Alex questions why Joy should be the one to leave town and how she’s going to break her contract. Joy explains that she has somebody taking care of it for her. Alex questions if it’s Johnny but Joy admits it’s EJ.

Johnny questions EJ as he reveals that he offered to buy out Joy’s contract and to give her a very generous sum to leave town. Johnny asks why he would do that. EJ explains how Johnny said it was torture to be between Chanel and Joy. EJ adds that it’s been a very difficult year so all he wanted was a fresh start for Thanksgiving but Joy came along and ruined everything. Johnny tries to argue that she didn’t mean to since Chanel wants Joy to feel at home in Salem. EJ remarks that Chanel is blissfully oblivious about Johnny and Joy, but if Joy keeps showing up, he knows the pressure on Johnny to tell Chanel the truth will be insurmountable so he took care of the problem for him. Johnny can’t believe it and argues that EJ can’t just make decisions and fix his problems as it’s none of his business. Johnny wants EJ to call Joy and undo this.

Paulina tells Lani about Johnny mistaking Stephanie for Chanel. Chanel argues that Paulina said she only cares about her being happy. Paulina says that’s true but Chanel says if it was, she wouldn’t be badmouthing Johnny. Paulina agrees to drop it. Chanel wishes Paulina hadn’t brought it up but explains to Lani that Johnny never actually saw who Alex was with after Seth Burns told him. Chanel then stops and says that she’s doing her best to forgive and forget, so they can move forward. Lani admits she can kind of see things from Johnny’s perspective, revealing that before they came to Salem, she kind of made the same mistake with JJ.

JJ gives Gabi the letter to read while he checks the room for listening devices in the room. Gabi reads the letter from Clyde, saying if they want to know where Abigail’s remains are, Chad will hand over Cat and he will be in touch in the morning with further instruction. Gabi tells JJ how nervous she is. JJ appreciates Gabi doing this for Abigail. Gabi responds that she’s doing this for herself too as she needs to make sure that Clyde never hurts anyone she cares about ever again.

Cat tells Chad that since Clyde has a bounty on her, she’s not leaving the room whether he has his eye on her or not. Chad brings up the possibility of her going rogue. Cat says her mom’s life is on the line, so she wouldn’t do that. Chad reminds her that he will do his best to find her mom, but his priority is finding Abigail’s remains and bringing her home. Cat remarks that she’s happy to know that his dead wife trumps her mom hopefully still being alive and where his priorities stand. Chad warns her not to talk about his wife like that ever again after what her and Mark did to he and his family. Cat complains about not getting to do anything but what Chad says because she apparently doesn’t have her own life anymore. Chad gets that she’s a victim too but decides he doesn’t have the energy for this as he has to call Jennifer to check in on the kids. Cat then goes to take a shower.

JJ tells Gabi that the room is all clear so he thinks they are good. JJ decides he will let Chad know about Clyde’s move, but then he gets a call from Jack. Gabi questions him not answering it. JJ says that Jennifer has called about six times and he knows they are just going to try to convince him to come home. Gabi suggests he just get it over with. JJ then answers Jack’s call and tells him not to bother trying to talk him out of this as nothing will change his mind. Jack then reveals to JJ that Doug has passed away. JJ is shocked and thanks him for letting him know as he hangs up. Gabi asks JJ what happened, so he reveals that Doug died.

Lani explains to Chanel and Paulina that JJ was having a difficult time with his mental health so they decided to take some space for him to get better, but she saw him with Gabi so she just assumed they were sleeping together then she got so upset that she ran to sleep with Eli. Paulina remarks that she bets Lani never called JJ a cheating slut. Lani says the point is that she upended all of their lives as that night she slept with Eli was the night she got pregnant with her first child. Chanel apologizes for bringing up a painful memory. Lani says it’s okay as she thinks about her lost child every day. Paulina appreciates Lani relating but doesn’t think the two situations are comparable, arguing that Lani and JJ were separated at the time. Chanel says she can see where Lani is coming from and brings up that she could never get over when Allie cheated on her so she’s thankful that Johnny didn’t turn to someone else when he thought she was sneaking around with Alex, because if he had done that, she doesn’t think she could live with that…

Johnny asks EJ to call Joy and retract his offer. EJ says there’s no point as she already accepted. Johnny wants him to tell her that he changed his mind which EJ says is bad form. Johnny asks how he will explain Joy suddenly leaving her job. EJ suggests saying she’s homesick for New York City. EJ states that Joy will get her golden parachute, no one will know the wiser, and they will live happily ever after. EJ insists to Johnny that this is the best solution. Johnny calls it blackmail while EJ notes that it’s technically bribery but at least it’s not murder. EJ asks Johnny to let him do this for him.

Alex tells Joy it’s a terrible deal and questions why she would accept that. Joy says she thought about it for a whole day and thinks it is the best thing for everybody. Joy adds that she could use the money and a new beginning. Alex questions her walking away from her first acting job and how it will be terrible to her. Alex argues against Joy getting forced out of town when she loves this job. Alex suggests Joy be smart about this as this is vintage DiMera crap playing God with people’s lives. Alex advises Joy to tell EJ to take his offer and shove it.

Chad finishes a call with Jennifer to check on the kids as Cat comes out of the shower. Cat asks Chad what’s wrong. Chad informs her that Doug passed away shortly after they left. Cat says she’s so sorry. Chad comments that Doug was so full of life and the house will be really quiet when they go home. Cat talks about Doug being sweet and never saying an unkind word to her. Chad feels he should be home with the kids since they loved Doug and they were lucky to live there. Chad talks about Doug always being there for the kids. Chad wishes his own father was more like Doug. Cat repeats that she’s really sorry for his loss and asks if there’s anything she can do, but Chad says there’s nothing.

Gabi tells JJ that she’s sorry about Doug and how they all wish they could have a love like Doug and Julie. Gabi asks if he’s okay. JJ talks about how he and Doug had a whole music set for Christmas. JJ recalls just talking about how Doug gave him Alice’s old wedding ring to propose to Lani even though he knew he was jumping in to something he wasn’t ready for. JJ guesses it all worked out now that Lani is married to Doug’s grandson. JJ cries that he’s really going to miss Doug. Gabi says she’s so sorry as she hugs JJ.

Lani tells Paulina and Chanel that the most traumatic thing can bring you closer to someone. Lani says losing her son David Abraham was the most painful thing she had ever been through but grieving together brought her and Eli closer together. Paulina points out that now they have twins and a beautiful life together. Lani admits there were bumps along the way. Chanel talks about just wanting to make Johnny feel better when he was sick. Lani says if they feel that way, she has nothing to worry about and their marriage is strong like her and Eli. Chanel says she hopes so.

Johnny tells EJ that he hates this and it’s not fair to anyone. EJ argues that if he doesn’t want Chanel to know the truth, then he knows this is for the best. EJ knows Johnny feels bad but says he shouldn’t destroy his entire marriage for a one time lapse of judgment. Johnny reluctantly gives in and thanks EJ, but notes that there is one more loose end he should know about. Johnny informs EJ that someone else found out about him and Joy.

Joy tells Alex that she can’t back out of a deal she made with EJ DiMera as he’s seriously scary and the DiMeras are a mob family. Alex argues that the district attorney shouldn’t be bullying and blackmailing people. Joy says he did both and she’s about to meet EJ to give her check. Joy says she can’t back out and she doesn’t want anyone to ever know the truth including Chanel. Joy asks Alex to stay out of this.

Cat suggests maybe Chad could make it back to Salem in time for Doug’s funeral but Chad says he already missed it as Julie didn’t want to bother him and figured he should stay focused on going after Clyde. Cat asks if they can try not to fight as she doesn’t want to add to his grief and stress. Chad says they’ll just do what they need to do to get Clyde and then get the hell out of here. Chad calls JJ and informs him that he just spoke to Jennifer. JJ notes that he just talked to Jack, who told him about Doug. Chad says he’s sorry they weren’t there. JJ knows Doug would want them to be there doing what they are doing for Abigail. Chad asks if there’s any news from Clyde. JJ informs Chad that he left him a note that said he’ll be in touch in the morning. Chad decides they’ll just come up with a plan for when they hear from him then.

Chanel asks if Lani is okay. Lani says she’s just sad about leaving tomorrow. Chanel says they are too but they’ll see her again for Christmas. Lani says as long as Eli can get time off. Paulina jokes that she tried to talk them in to coming back but they are having too much fun in DC. Lani insists it’s about their jobs and not wanting to uproot the twins, but they aren’t ruling out coming back. Chanel says until they do come back, there will be a lot of visits. Chanel decides she should get dressed to get back to her husband. Chanel tells Lani she loves her as they hug and says she’s so glad they go to do this. Lani talks about how she gets to watch Chanel on Body and Soul. Chanel admits she’s starting to wonder if it’s such a good idea to work with her husband. Lani knows how that is but says it does have it’s perks. Chanel admits they get to see each other more and it has been good, so she thinks it’s only going to get better.

EJ questions why Joy was shooting her mouth off to Alex. EJ doesn’t think Joy is as innocent as Johnny makes her out to be since she’s caused trouble at every turn. Johnny argues that Joy just needed someone to talk to and didn’t plan on telling Alex, but he said he wouldn’t tell anyone because he cares about Chanel and doesn’t want her to get hurt. EJ asks if it’s occurred to him that Alex might use the information to make sure he always has the upper hand with Johnny. Johnny doesn’t think he would do that. EJ hopes for his sake that he’s right about that.

Alex tells Joy that he thinks she’s going to regret this decision, but he promised not to say anything to Chanel so he won’t. Joy thanks him and says she’s sure they’ll find someone else to play Regan Holloway. Alex says he enjoyed working with her and hopes maybe their paths will cross again someday. Alex tells her that he’s sorry as Joy then exits his apartment. Alex then puts his jacket on, grabs his keys, and heads out as well.

Cat tells Chad that she couldn’t find a delivery service and there’s no room service but they have peanuts. Chad thanks her and looks out the window. Cat says she’s pretty exhausted so she’s just going to go to sleep. Cat tells Chad that he should take the bed but Chad says it was his idea to share a room, so he insists that she take the bed. Chad says he might be on the lookout tonight anyway. Cat feels they should take turns and he should get some sleep too. Chad doesn’t think he could if he wanted to and tells Cat to get some sleep, so she says goodnight. Cat lays down in bed while Chad remains looking out the window.

JJ tells Gabi that Chad gave them his gold card so she can order whatever she wants from room service. Gabi asks what he wants but JJ says he’s not hungry and just wants to get to bed so they can get to tomorrow. Gabi feels the same and says she’s exhausted, so no food for her either. JJ tells Gabi to take the bed but Gabi argues that it’s not like they haven’t shared a bed before and they both need a good night sleep for tomorrow. Gabi says there’s plenty of room for both of them so JJ asks if she’s sure. Gabi says she is so they both get in bed to sleep.

Lani and Paulina go to Lani’s son David Abraham’s grave. Lani notes that somebody already brought flowers. Paulina reveals that she did as she comes to visit every few weeks since he’s forever part of their family. Lani talks about thinking about him all the time and says she loves him so much.

Joy meets EJ outside of the Brady Pub. EJ gives her the check and orders her to pack her things and go.

Alex goes to the DiMera Mansion and confronts Johnny, asking where his daddy is. Johnny says he’s not there and asks what he can do for him. Alex assumes that Johnny knows EJ offered Joy money to leave town and assumes that Johnny put him up to it. Johnny assures that it was not his idea and he feels awful about it. Alex asks if he doesn’t feel awful enough to stop him. Johnny knows Joy told him about what happened between them. Alex confirms Joy told him all about it and calls this a huge loss for the show. Johnny says Joy can be recast while Alex remarks that Johnny is just as replaceable. Alex argues that Joy doesn’t want to leave her job and admitted she loves her job when he tried to talk her out of leaving. Johnny gets upset and tells Alex that this is none of his business, telling him to butt out before he messes everything up, right as Chanel comes home and asks what the hell is going on in here.

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Belle sits in the living room, looking at her wedding ring on her finger as Marlena comes in and joins her. Marlena says she heard Shawn’s voice and thought about saying hello, but figured they might want some time together. Marlena asks how it went and if they were able to work things out. Belle says no, but they did come to a decision and announces their marriage is over.

Shawn sits at the Brady Pub. Philip comes in and calls him his favorite nephew. Shawn remarks that he thought his day couldn’t suck any worse.

Stephanie is at the Body and Soul studio, doing PR work on the phone. Stephanie convinces Daily Confidential to not run the Body and Soul spoilers by promising them an exclusive interview with Alex, shirtless. Stephanie hangs up and declares that now she just has to get the other numerous publications not to run the leaks. Stephanie gets a call but says that will have to wait until tomorrow as she cannot deal with one more headache today. Xander then arrives and declares that he knows what she’s been up to, so he’s here to put a stop to it.

Ciara comments to Lucas on Leo really letting them have it. Lucas questions Leo being an expert on Steven after spending five minutes with him. Ciara worries about if Leo was right that Steven was innocent and they just accused the wrong person of stealing Alice’s necklace.

At the Horton house, Doug III approaches the mantle and looks at the family photos as he then pulls out Alice’s diamond necklace from his pocket. Hope then comes home and calls out for Julie, asking if anyone is there. Hope enters the living room and asks who Doug is and if she knows him. He responds that his name is Doug Williams. Hope gets upset and argues that her father is Doug Williams, not him.

Shawn tells Philip that he’s not in the mood for him. Philip says he’s not looking for trouble and just wanted to say he’s sorry about his Grandfather as he was a great man. Shawn doesn’t think he will ever get used to thinking of Doug in the past tense. Philip relates to feeling the same about Victor. Philip thought Shawn was on the wagon. Shawn questions that being his business. Philip advises him that getting hammered won’t make the grief go away. Shawn then informs him that it’s non-alcoholic. Philip says he’s glad for his and Belle’s sake. Shawn responds that whether he drinks or doesn’t is not Belle’s problem anymore. Philip asks what he means. Shawn then reveals that they are getting divorced.

Stephanie asks Xander what the problem is and says to make it quick because she’s busy. Xander asks her to put a stop to the propaganda machine on Philip’s behalf, effective immediately.

Lucas argues that Ciara knows better than to trust Leo Stark, insisting that Leo and Steven only got along because they are both liars and thieves. Ciara suggests Steven could change but Lucas insists that Steven took the necklace and asks who else would do something like that on the day they say goodbye to Doug.

Hope questions who Doug III is and why he is in her family’s house. Julie then comes in and is shocked to see Hope as they embrace. Julie thought she wasn’t coming and asks if Bo woke up. Hope reveals that he did not wake up after all, but insists that he will someday. Hope apologizes for not getting there sooner. Julie says they will keep praying for Bo and that it’s so good to see her. Hope questions what is going on here and who this person in the house is. Julie hugs Hope and explains that this is Doug’s grandson and Hope’s new nephew.

Marlena asks if Belle was taken by surprise that Shawn wanted to end the marriage. Belle says it was hard to hear but admits that she had been feeling the same way for awhile. Marlena guesses she was just hoping they could work it out. Belle says she was hoping that too, but the feelings they once shared just aren’t there anymore. Belle adds that she’ll always love Shawn and he’s a good man but she thinks their marriage has been over for awhile.

Philip argues that Shawn and Belle have broken up but always end up back together. Shawn says this time feels final. Philip says he’s sorry to hear that which Shawn questions. Philip assures that he has no interest in going after Belle. Shawn asks if that means things are going well for he and Chloe but Philip informs him that things didn’t work out for them either. Philip remarks that he has far more pressing matters to deal with than his love life, like reclaiming his birth right.

Stephanie questions Xander’s problem. Xander tells her it’s obvious that she’s been helping Philip and complains about biased articles about him. Stephanie responds that whether he likes it or not, Philip has a legitimate claim on Titan due to the letter from Victor stating he wanted the company to go to his son, Philip. Xander argues that Victor left him the company in his will. Stephanie asks why he’s so worried about her PR if he’s so sure. Xander argues that they know how it can affect public opinion and suggests that Stephanie start spinning things in his direction instead of Philip’s.

Hope tells Julie that she kind of remembers Doug saying he had a son through IBF. Julie explains that man was this Doug’s father. Hope question why he’s calling himself Doug Williams. Doug explains that his dad told him that he named him after his biological father, so he only recently changed his last name. Julie calls it a miracle for Doug’s grandson to appear. Hope welcomes him and he says he’s very happy to be here among family. Hope asks about Ciara and Shawn. Julie says they had to leave but informs Hope that Ciara opened the time capsule which was full of old family heirlooms including Alice’s diamond necklace. Julie asks if she’d like to see it. Hope says she wants to see all the mementos later, but cries that right now she just wants to see Doug.

Marlena tells Belle that she’s so proud of her for being so strong and knowing who she is. Belle responds that she’s not feeling that strong right now, just very sad. Belle cries that she’s loved Shawn since she was a teenager and even though they had ups and downs, she always assumed they would be together forever. Belle remarks on going to law school to end up drawing up her own divorce papers. Marlena asks Belle to wait there as she has an idea of something that might make her feel a little better.

Shawn questions Philip thinking Victor’s letter trumps his will. Philip questions if he’s saying he thinks Xander deserves the company. Shawn assures that he’s not, says he’s glad that Philip is going after the company and he hopes he gets it.

Stephanie questions Xander wanting her to spin in his direction. Xander brings up that Stephanie once had a mutually beneficial contract with Titan and suggests their two companies could make magic again. Stephanie questions Xander wanting her to work for him. Xander says he’ll make it worth her while and offers to double what Philip is paying her.

Doug III tells Julie that it had to be tough for Hope to miss her dad’s funeral but understands why she did if she thought Bo was waking up from a coma. Julie talks about Bo being the love of Hope’s life, thinking he was dead, then finding him only to lose him again. Ciara and Lucas return, so Julie introduces them to Doug. Julie tells Ciara that Hope was there which surprises her, but causes her to realize that Bo did not wake up. Julie encourages that they have to keep praying for him. Ciara asks where Hope went. Doug says she went to go visit their Grandfather which Ciara questions. Julie then reveals that he is Doug’s grandson, also named Doug Williams.

Hope goes to the cemetery and places flowers on Doug’s grave. Hope cries that she’s really sorry she didn’t get there sooner, but she knows he’s always with her only now she’ll never be able to hug him again and she already misses him. Hope says he will always be in her heart and she loves him so much. Jennifer then joins Hope and hugs her as she cries.

Marlena brings Belle chocolate chip cookies and ice cream as her heart break cure which makes Belle laugh.

Philip questions Shawn saying he’s on his side. Shawn confirms that he is pulling for him. Philip asks why. Shawn says they’ve never seen eye to eye but they grew up together and he watched Victor groom him to run Titan, so he deserves to run it. Philip thanks him and says it means a lot coming from him. Shawn thinks they can both agree that Xander is an untrustworthy menace that will run their family’s reputation in to the ground. Shawn warns that Xander will come after Philip with everything he has. Philip responds that he’s ready for everything he throws at him, which is why he brought in Stephanie as his secret weapon.

Xander asks if Stephanie will come back to Titan. Stephanie calls his offer tempting but says she’s going to pass which Xander questions. Stephanie declares that she made a commitment to Philip so she intends to see it through. Xander asks if that’s all there is to it and brings up their history, asking if Stephanie is standing beside Philip now because she wants back in his bed.

Jennifer encourages Hope to think about how happy Doug would’ve been to see the whole family together. Hope agrees and comments that Julie must have been happy to have Steven there. Hope says she hasn’t seen him since she was a child and asks how he is. Jennifer says Steven is good. Hope is glad as she knows he had his challenges. Jennifer tells her that she’s sorry about Bo as she knows Hope thought he was coming around. Hope talks about being torn as she wanted to be there for Doug but she was terrified to not be there if Bo woke up. Jennifer assures that everyone understood she made the right decision and what’s important is that she’s here now. Jennifer adds that if anyone understood the length she’d go for the love of her life, Doug would. Jennifer points out all the times Doug moved Heaven and Earth for Julie.

Ciara calls it wild to think that Doug had a grandson that they knew nothing about. Ciara asks if Shawn knows yet. Julie says not yet and explains to Doug III that Shawn is Ciara’s brother. Lucas calls it overwhelming to have a lot of new family members to keep track of. Lucas relates to being about Doug’s age when he found out he was apart of the family and he can’t imagine his life without them. Julie mentions wanting to show Hope the contents of the time capsule but she wanted to go see Doug. Lucas starts to say there’s something they need to tell Hope but Doug III interrupts to ask if there’s anything to eat, so Julie goes to the kitchen to heat something up for him. Doug guesses they were about to tell Julie about the missing necklace. Ciara questions how he knew about that. He explains that Jennifer and Marie didn’t want to tell Julie about it as they were concerned about her state of mind. Ciara agrees that it would be devastating for Julie to find out that her brother stole from the family on the day they buried Doug.

Stephanie tells Xander that it’s beyond insulting that he thinks she’s choosing Philip because she wants to sleep with him. Xander remarks that a conspiracy theorist would think she’s aiming higher and that she could be the next queen of Titan. Stephanie argues that none of that interests her and insists that her relationship with Philip is strictly professional. Xander brings up her relationship with Alex. Stephanie then tells Xander to get out. Xander warns her to be careful because Philip will use her to get what he wants and then toss her aside. Xander tells her to have a nice night and exits the studio.

Philip tells Shawn that Stephanie has done a masterful job so far. Shawn insists he’s going to need more than good press to get control of Titan. Philip calls it just step one and says it was important to let the public know he’s capable of running the company. Shawn asks if he’s worried about things getting messy working so close with Stephanie. Philip says they agreed to keep their relationship strictly professional. Shawn questions where he’s heard that before. Shawn then gets a text from Ciara that Hope is in town. Philip says to send them his best and adds that he’s truly sorry about Shawn and Belle. Shawn thanks him and says it’s for the best as it’s time to see who they are as separate people with separate lives.

Belle tells Marlena that she did make her feel better which makes her happy. Marlena asks what to do now and suggests watching a movie. Marlena suggests they watch Doug’s favorite movie “Love, Actually” which Belle agrees with.

Julie, Ciara, Lucas, and Doug III eat together until Ciara gets a text from Shawn and says they have an errand to run so she’ll be back soon. Ciara tells Doug it was nice to meet him and welcomes him to the family as she then exits.

Hope informs Jennifer that she just met Doug Williams. Jennifer acknowledges him as the grandson that Doug never knew he had and calls it unbelievable. Hope remarks that’s one word for it. Jennifer says she knows her detective look and asks what she’s thinking. Hope admits that there’s something about Doug that she doesn’t trust and suggests calling her half brother to see if he’s even his son. Hope states that something just doesn’t sit right with her about this whole thing. Jennifer gets it as she felt the same way about the woman that Chad and Jack found in Missouri, claiming to be Abigail. Jennifer says she knew in her gut that it was wrong. Hope says she was unfortunately right and she’s so sorry. Jennifer questions Hope thinking Doug is lying about his identity. Hope responds that it would be great if someone was keeping an eye on him after she flys back to Europe to be with Bo. Jennifer guesses she’s referring to her which Hope confirms. Hope tells Jennifer it’s so good to see her and she’s missed her so much as they hug. Jennifer tells Hope that she can always count on her. Jennifer then realizes she has to go and says she’s so sorry. Jennifer offers to give her a ride back to the house but Hope says she wants to stay a little longer at the cemetery. Jennifer says she hates to leave her and that she loves her as she then exits. Hope looks back at Doug’s grave.

Philip goes to the Body and Soul studio to see Stephanie and asks if she’s okay as she seems a little tense. Stephanie informs him that Xander just darkened her doorstep. Philip asks what the hell he wanted. Stephanie responds that first Xander ordered her to stop generating positive press for Philip, then he tried to get her to drop Philip as a client and come work for him, even offering to double her pay but she turned him down flat. Philip tells her that he’s happy to hear that but knows it must have been tempting as it’s a lot of money. Stephanie responds that there’s not enough gold that would make her work for Xander and she doesn’t know how Sarah puts up with him. Philip asks what Xander said to her that got her so mad. Stephanie says it doesn’t matter but Philip feels it might make her feel better to talk about it. Stephanie then informs Philip that Xander basically accused her of being a gold digger who sleeps with every guy she works with. Philip calls Xander a jackass. Stephanie declares that he should actually be thanking Xander since after his visit, she’s more determined than ever to help Philip take control of Titan. Philip likes her fire. Stephanie assures that she’s more fired up than ever to help him win this.

Marlena informs Belle that she spoke with Shane earlier to try and get in touch with John, so she’s going to check back with Shane and heads to her room. Belle picks up her phone and calls her daughter Claire. Belle tells her about Doug’s memorial service and says everyone asked about her so she’s definitely missed. Belle adds that she wanted to talk to her about her and Shawn.

Hope remains at Doug’s grave and talks about being so proud to be his daughter. Hope thanks him for everything that he gave her. Hope says he always put his family first and whenever she felt worried or alone, she would close her eyes and see his smile as she’d imagine him telling her everything would be alright. Hope wishes she could hold his hand now. Shawn and Ciara then arrive and embrace Hope. They tell Hope that they are sorry about Bo. Hope insists that Bo is going to wake up and urges them not to give up Hope. Ciara knows how hard it must have been for Hope to leave Bo’s bedside. Hope states that today is about Doug and tells them how much Doug loved them. They vow to always keep Doug in their hearts as they hug.

Lucas and Julie tell Doug III about the time JJ put pot in brownies. Jennifer comes home and joins them. Lucas talks about officially welcoming Doug in to the family while Jennifer thinks back to Hope expressing her doubts about him.

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Jennifer, Lucas, Ciara, and Marie return to the Horton house. . Marie asks about the time capsule. Ciara tells Marie about Alice’s diamond necklace that had been locked away for over 60 years. Ciara goes to the time capsule and says she could’ve sworn that Julie put the necklace back in the box. Jennifer confirms that she did but Ciara reveals it’s not in there and questions where it could’ve gone. Lucas says it better turn up soon because the necklace was priceless. Jennifer comments on the sentimental value. Marie argues that they would’ve noticed if someone broke in and stole it. Lucas suggests maybe whoever took it didn’t need to break in…

Steven Olson sits at the Tom and Alice plaque in the town square. Steven comments on who knew the treasure that Alice was holding in the house. Steven admits the old him might have been tempted by that diamond necklace, but he’s a changed man. Leo appears at a nearby table and quotes Dolly Parton to Steven.

Shawn shows up at Marlena’s to see Belle and says he knows he should’ve called first but they didn’t get much of a chance to talk at Doug’s memorial. Shawn notes that Belle seemed a little surprised to see him. Belle says probably as surprised as he was to see her at the memorial. Belle explains that Claire got sick and couldn’t make it, so she hopes she didn’t overstep. Shawn assures that she didn’t and he’s glad she came.

Julie sits at the cemetery, crying over Doug and says all she ever wanted was to be his wife, so she questions what to do now. Julie is then approached by a young man, who introduces himself as Doug Williams. Julie tells him that Doug Williams is deceased. He responds that he knows that, but he’s very much alive. Julie says she doesn’t know what his story is, but this is Doug’s grave and she was his wife. Doug responds that he knows that and that they were crazy about each other since Doug got out of jail and came to Salem. Doug reveals that he also got out of jail today and came to Salem to see Julie.

Marie tells Lucas that it doesn’t make any sense since they would’ve seen someone steal the necklace if they didn’t break in. Jennifer points out that they weren’t close to the necklace at every moment. Marie suggests maybe Julie put it somewhere for safe keeping but Lucas and Jennifer assure that they saw her put it back in the box before the funeral. Lucas notes that Julie went upstairs to get ready with Steven.

Leo tells Steven that he used to make a living off overhearing things he wasn’t supposed to hear but assures him that hearing him talking to the plaque of Tom and Alice will go no further than here. Steven questions who he is. Leo introduces himself. Steven confesses that he could really use a drink, so Leo invites him to join him.

Belle tells Shawn that Doug’s memorial was a beautiful ceremony and so many people came to pay respects. Shawn thanks her for coming all the way. Belle says she wanted to be there for him to show support and how much she loves Doug and Julie. Shawn tells Belle that Doug thought the world of her, as does Julie. Shawn adds that since they are finally in the same place at the same time, he thinks they need to talk about their marriage. Belle mentions that Marlena was just asking how they were doing and she just told her that they hadn’t seen each other in awhile until today, so it’s been a strange year. Shawn agrees and talks about going to rehab and focusing on his recovery, so he hasn’t had much time or energy to work on them and their relationship. Belle says she’s just so glad he’s getting the help he needed. Belle understands that he was under a tremendous amount of stress while worrying about Bo and taking care of Hope which is why she thought it was best to give him space and that’s why she went to Hong Kong. Belle admits that all the time apart and space between them has prevented them from confronting their issues. Shawn agrees that what they need to do now is make a decision.

Leo assumes Steven is in Salem for Doug’s funeral. Steven confirms that and informs Leo that Julie is his sister. Leo comments that most people in Salem don’t think very highly of him and jokes that he would feel pressure to live up to expectations if they did like him. Steven says he’s sorry to hear that but he finds Leo to be very personable and charming. Steven adds that he’s impressed by his self awareness. Leo tells him that he feels the same and already considers him a friend. Steven responds that it’s good to have a new friend. Leo asks how long it’s been since he has been in Salem. Steven responds that it’s been many moons. Leo asks what caused him to abandon the town. Steven reveals that he had to leave Salem, so Leo says he would love to know why. Steven agrees to share since he sees Leo is not judgmental. Leo assures that he won’t judge so Steven explains that he got involved in some shady dealings and did some questionable things that he shouldn’t have. Steven informs Leo that one of his petty crimes was skimming tips when he worked at Doug and Julie’s coffee shop and then when he worked for Julie’s antique shop, he stored some questionable goods there which resulted in Julie inadvertently selling canes filled with cocaine. Steven says he finds it cleansing to open up about his past mistakes and reveals that he was also involved in fencing stolen jewels. Leo informs Steven that he too has dabbled in to jewel theft. Steven tells Leo that his involvement was with diamonds from Trish Clayton, who lifted them from a drug smuggler name Durand and he was caught in the middle. Steven says he’s deeply ashamed of the man he was at that time and how he lived his life, but says he’s put all of that behavior behind him and his life of crime is a thing of the past.

Ciara questions if Lucas thinks Uncle Steven took the diamond necklace. Marie says it wouldn’t be surprising if he did, revealing that Steven left town because of stolen diamonds. Jennifer can’t imagine that Steven would commit a crime against his own sister after she just lost her husband. Lucas says he can believe it after what Marie said and wants to go find Steven to question him. Ciara asks where to find him. Jennifer notes that he said he was going to see Tom and Alice’s plaque, so Lucas and Ciara go to find him. Marie remarks to Jennifer that this is shaping up to be quite the family reunion.

Julie questions Doug Williams getting out of jail and coming to Salem to see her. Julie remarks that next he’s going to tell her that his cellmate was Bill Horton. He responds that his last name wasn’t Horton, but his name was Bill. Julie questions him being Doug Williams but he says not exactly. Julie asks if he just got up today and decided he was. Doug explains that he was born Douglas LeClair after his father, but he changed his name. Julie realizes he is Douglas LeClair’s son. Doug explains that his father told him the story of his life and how his real father was Doug, which makes him Doug’s grandson. Julie is shocked and hugs him.

Jennifer thinks Lucas may be jumping to conclusions. Marie argues that Steven has a history with stolen diamonds, so she’s afraid history is beginning to repeat itself.

Steven suggests to Leo that they get another round of drinks. Leo starts to tell Steven about his recent heartbreak which came after he accused Javi of doing something he most likely didn’t do. Steven remarks that he hates when that happens, as Lucas then arrives with Ciara and asks Steven where the hell are the diamonds.

Belle reminds Shawn that last year they started having problems over Shawn’s guilt over his dad and blaming himself for Bo being in a coma. Shawn informs Belle that Bo squeezed Hope’s hand which excites Belle. She asks if the doctors think this means he’s waking up. Shawn says they aren’t sure but Hope is very hopeful and that’s why she didn’t come to Doug’s funeral which Belle calls understandable. Belle prays it means that Bo is finally waking up. Belle asks if Bo waking up would mean Shawn would finally be able to let go of all the guilt. Shawn says if they get the miracle, there’s no telling what kind of condition Bo will be in or if he will fully recover. Belle guesses he’ll find a way to still hold on to all of that guilt. Shawn says he’s working on that in therapy and coming to grips with the fact that he made a terrible mistake but he can’t keep beating himself up over it. Shawn adds that therapy also taught him that he’s changed which Belle questions. Shawn declares that if he can’t get past this guilt, he doesn’t think he will ever be able to be the man that he was, that Belle fell in love with. Shawn thinks that maybe it’s time they end their marriage.

Steven asks what Lucas is talking about. Lucas says he’s talking about Alice’s necklace from the time capsule that is now missing. Steven questions thinking he took it. Ciara says they don’t know what to think. Steven questions them jumping to the conclusion that he stuffed it in his pocket and ran off with it. Lucas explains that they know his history because Marie told them all about his track record with diamonds. Lucas points out that now Steven is here with Leo and questions if Leo is helping him. Steven repeats that he has no idea what he’s talking about. Lucas tells Steven to drop the innocent act, bringing up that Leo stole his cousin Abigail’s jewelry and tried to sell it to the guy who murdered her. Steven argues that he doesn’t even know Leo and that he just invited him for a drink. Lucas shouts that’s enough and that they know he has the necklace. Lucas tells him to just be a man and admit it.

Jennifer tells Marie that she knows Steven got in to a lot of trouble in Salem but that was a long time ago and Julie said he was a changed man. Marie says Julie wants to believe the best in her brother, but in her experience, a leopard doesn’t change it’s spots. Jennifer worries that Julie will be heartbroken if it’s true.

Doug III tells Julie that he wanted to pay his respects to his grandfather as he just recently found out about him but he’s sorry he didn’t get the chance to meet him. He adds that he is glad to meet Julie. Julie questions him just getting out of jail. He admits he got in to some trouble on the way to Salem, but he made it. Julie asks if he’s tired after all the travel. He says he is pretty beat up and could use some rest, so he asks if she knows any cheap hotels around. Julie calls him her family, so he’s coming home with her.

Marie wonders if Lucas and Ciara found Steven while Jennifer points out that they aren’t answering their phones. Julie then returns and introduces Jennifer and Marie to Doug Williams, the grandson of her Doug. Marie asks how. Julie explains that he is the son of Douglas LeClair. Jennifer tells him it’s so nice he’s here after all this time. Julie says he came to pay respects to his Grandfather and now he’s going to stay with them for awhile. Julie calls it the second miracle of the day after Ciara opened the time capsule. Doug asks about the time capsule. Julie starts to explain and asks where it is so she can show him all the family treasures. Jennifer claims they put it away for now for safe keeping.

Steven tells Lucas and Ciara that he’s not admitting to stealing anything because he didn’t take any necklace, but argues that it belonged to his Grandmother so he has as much of a right to it as any of them. Lucas argues that they know he took it. Steven says he’s leaving. Lucas wants to search him but Steven calls him an idiot if he thinks he can get away with assaulting him in public. Steven tells Leo that he’s sorry he got his heart broke, but if he’s interested in getting back out there, his son Spencer is gay so he should look him up. Steven then walks away.

Belle tells Shawn that even though she’s had the same thought, it’s different hearing him say it out loud. Shawn apologizes and calls her the best person he knows, but says he doesn’t deserve her. Belle disagrees but Shawn says that’s how he feels. Shawn states that so much has happened and after Bo went in to his coma, there was Talia and everything that happened before this with Jan and EJ. Shawn adds that for the better part of the past year, they have been apart and they haven’t had the trust they had in so long. Belle asks if he doesn’t think they can get back to that. Shawn asks if she does. Belle cries that she knows she still loves him. Shawn responds that he still loves her too and they will always be connected through their daughter Claire. Shawn reiterates that he thinks it’s time that maybe they just let go. Belle guesses there’s no reason to make this any harder and says she can draw up some simple divorce papers to send over to him. Shawn decides he should get going. Belle asks him to let her know about Bo which he agrees to do. Belle tells Shawn to take care of himself and hugs him. Shawn then exits.

Julie tells Doug III that she will make up the guest room for him. Marie mentions that she has a plane to catch so she can’t stay. Marie and Julie hug, talking about how great it was to see each other. Julie says they will text and video chat to keep in touch. Julie then heads upstairs. Doug asks about the time capsule being hidden in the house, noting that’s not something you hear every day. Jennifer and Marie explain that they would show it to him, but a very valuable necklace in it has gone missing and they can’t tell Julie because she would be very upset since it belonged to her Grandmother. Marie hopes they can get it back before Julie misses it.

Ciara asks Leo if Steven said anything to him about the necklace. Leo tells her to give it a rest, assuring that he knows nothing about a necklace. Leo asks if it ever occurred to them that he could be innocent instead of treating him like a common criminal. Ciara asks why it matters to Leo when they just met. Leo says they had an instant connection and calls him a very charming guy. Leo adds that he knows what it’s like to be accused of a crime you didn’t commit, bringing up when everybody was so sure that he stabbed Sonny and murdered Abigail. Leo points out that he was innocent, so maybe Steven is too. Leo remarks that Ciara and Lucas have no business judging anyone anyways when Lucas kidnapped his own wife while Ciara is married to a convicted serial killer, so they shouldn’t throw stones. Leo then gets up and walks away.

Steven climbs through the window to return to the bedroom at the Horton house. Julie comes in and questions him not coming through the door. Steven responds that he didn’t want to make a big scene, but it’s time for him to leave again. Julie says he can’t leave and says she has the most amazing story to tell. Steven asks her to save it for next time as he has to go now despite loving spending time with her. Julie complains that he’s abandoning her again. Steven promises that he will be back. Steven repeats how sorry he is about Doug. Julie cries that Doug always wanted to know how Steven’s doing. Steven says now she knows. Julie goes over Steven becoming a changed man. Steven calls it a work in progress. Steven tells Julie that he loves her and to take care of herself. Julie says she loves him too. Steven then asks Julie not to believe everything she hears about him. Julie asks what he means. Steven responds that he’ll be in touch and exits back through the window.

Marie guesses she should call a cab so she doesn’t miss her flight but Jennifer decides she will give her a ride. Marie says goodbye to Doug III while Jennifer says she’ll see him later. Marie and Jennifer then exit together. Doug approaches the mantle and looks at the family photos as he then pulls out Alice’s diamond necklace from his pocket.

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