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Lani and Paulina are at Chanel and Johnny’s apartment. Lani talks about the full moon last night but notes Paulina being distracted. Paulina says she’s just looking up plans for Chanel’s baby shower. Chanel then comes in from taking a nap and asks Paulina not to throw her a baby shower.

Leo runs in to Chad outside of the Pub and is excited to see him as he asks about his trip to Italy. Chad says it was wonderful and questions Leo being dressed up in a suit. Leo excitedly talks about his new podcast and informs Chad that he sort of has a date with Javi. Chad is excited for him while Leo talks about being nervous. Chad encourages Leo that he’s got this as Leo walks on and then Chad heads in to the Pub to meet Belle. Chad greets her with kisses and asks what’s on her mind. Belle responds that she’s really worried about Sami.

In the town square, Sydney tells Johnny that she’s been thinking about staying in Salem longer and asking Dante if she can work remotely for a little while. Sydney asks Johnny if she should stick around. Johnny responds that he wouldn’t if he were her. Sydney questions why not since he’s always talking about how happy he is there with Chanel. Johnny responds that if he could snap his fingers and move his family back to Italy, he’d do it in a heartbeat. Sydney doesn’t understand what changed. Johnny guesses everything has ever since he became CEO of DiMera, which he calls the biggest mistake of his life.

EJ goes to his office in the hospital and finds Cat packing things up, so he questions what is going on. Cat tells him that the hospital is going to the state board so Kayla said she should start packing him up, so she is. EJ says it’s the first he’s heard of it and questions why she didn’t tell him. Cat tells him that he knows damn well the hospital is an afterthought, just like she is. Cat declares that ever since she told EJ that she used to be ISA, he’s been cold and distant, which EJ admits.

Chanel reminds Paulina that they talked about this and she wants no baby shower, arguing that Olivia already has everything she need. Lani points out that it’s not just about gifts, but the celebration. Chanel gets that their hearts are in the right place, but she’s not up for a big party right now, and asks them to stop whatever they are planning. Paulina says the last thing she wants is to go against her wishes. Chanel thanks her for understanding. Olivia wakes up crying, so Chanel goes back to the bedroom to check on her. Lani guesses they will just cancel the baby shower then, but Paulina declares that she will not let the cake and party favors go to waste. Paulina adds that as Chanel’s mom, she knows what’s best for her and now the shower will be even more of a surprise.

Belle informs Chad that Dante and Dominic were roommates in boarding school and now Dante is engaged to Sami while connected to the guy they’ve been looking for. Belle adds that the whole thing has been weighing heavily on Marlena. Belle feels there are too many coincidences and that it’s adding up to something that could affect all of them.

Leo meets Javi for coffee in the town square. Leo insists on being chill and not trying too hard as they toast to being in this moment.

Sydney questions Johnny about why Theo quit and talks about Tony raving about how brilliant Theo was going to be at DiMera. Johnny responds that Theo is a brilliant guy, who is good and honest, which is why he kept him in the dark about everything going on at DiMera. Sydney asks if he means the kind of culture that Stefano spearheaded which Johnny is now up to his eyeballs in. Johnny calls it a nightmare and says he keeps telling EJ that there’s a line that he’s not comfortable crossing, but he just keeps moving it. Sydney tells Johnny that he can either quit or hold the line, reminding him that he’s the CEO of DiMera, not EJ.

Cat tells EJ that she spoke to Chad, who confronted her about being in the ISA which was shocking since she thought that was a private conversation between them. Cat adds that Chad mentioned Paul verified that she was in the ISA and severed ties years ago. Cat guesses that even with Paul’s confirmation, EJ doesn’t believe her.

Javi admits to Leo that he was little nervous about getting together. They talk about international fashion week and having to catch up on a lot of Desperate Housewives. Leo talks about having an old photo of Javi from when they had Trey that he looks at a hundred times a day, then apologizes for not being chill. Javi says it’s okay and asks how they can be chill when talking about something so amazing. Leo agrees that it’s impossible.

Belle talks about how she and Sami are usually fighting and not getting along, but she still doesn’t want her to get hurt. Chad relates to usually disapproving of everything EJ does, but he’s still his brother. Chad calls it pretty obvious that Cat and EJ have feelings for each other, so he’s sure it shocked EJ to find out that Cat was in the ISA. Belle guesses he wasn’t the only one.

Johnny assures Sydney that he’s reminded EJ who the CEO is and she can guess how that went. Sydney advises Johnny that if EJ thinks he’s just an actor in his play, he should tear up the script. Johnny responds that she’s always been more successful at doing that. Sydney says that EJ always felt bad for what she’s been through and them living on separate continents, so he’s always danced to her tune while it’s not the same with Sami, who thinks Johnny can do no wrong. Johnny says that may be true, but he’s glad she’s not paying too close attention right now because he’s done plenty wrong. Sydney asks if it’s really that bad. Johnny calls it complicated but he’s determined to turn it around and make it right. Sydney asks him to tell her. Johnny responds that he will be taking a huge risk that could blow up his entire life and cost him everything.

EJ tells Cat that there’s no such thing as former ISA as it’s not a code, but a life sentence. Cat reminds him that she was just an analyst. EJ questions if it really matters. EJ points out that she was still on the team and for his whole life, his family has been in their crosshairs. EJ adds that the ISA would take an unassuming desk worker to get access to him. Cat complains that she thought he knew her better and that she was loyal to him. Cat adds that she only told EJ that she was with the ISA because she found herself growing closer to him and didn’t want any secrets between them, yet there are secrets between them and they are his.

Leo apologizes to Javi as he promised no flirting and that he would turn off the charm. Javi laughs off that he’s charming no matter how hard he tries not to be and he can’t turn it off as it’s just who he is. Javi says that’s the Leo he knows and then gets interrupted by a work call. Javi suggests they try dinner on his day off next time. Leo tells him to just let him know when as Javi then exits. Sydney tells Johnny that she knows he’s in a tough spot but reminds him that the best way out is always through. Sydney quotes their great Grandma Caroline in telling Johnny to always look to his better angels. Johnny gets a text and says he has to get back to Chanel and the kids. Johnny thanks Sydney as they hug.

Chanel tells Paulina and Lani that she got Olivia back to sleep and then gets a text from Johnny that he’s on his way home. Lani asks if they’ve heard the big news and announces that Theo quit DiMera which shocks Paulina. Chanel notes that Johnny had not mentioned that to her. Lani says maybe he doesn’t know yet, but she ran in to Theo, who told him that he left his resignation letter on Johnny’s desk so maybe he’s reading it as they speak. Chanel doesn’t understand since Theo was doing so well, so it doesn’t make sense. Lani says that Theo didn’t say and guesses she’ll have to ask Johnny.

Chad tells Belle that he shouldn’t be surprised that Cat was in the ISA since she’s obviously a skilled liar. Belle brings up what she put Chad through by impersonating Abigail. Chad talks about being so embarrassed by that while Belle understands he wanted to believe it. Chad declares that Cat is nothing like Abigail in any way, but he can’t help but wonder what Abigail would think of all this. Chad thinks Abigail would be pissed at him for being so gullible while Belle encourages that she would understand he wanted so badly for Abigail to be alive. Belle knows Chad still misses Abigail. Chad says he probably always will. Belle asks if the kids talk about her much. Chad says not to him, but he hopes they do to each other. Chad talks about Charlotte looking like Abigail and telling her that her mother always lives on in her heart. Belle tells Chad that she’s so sorry everything with Cat is bringing back such painful memories for him. Belle asks if Cat ever explained why she didn’t tell Chad that she was in the ISA. Chad says that she told him she didn’t think it was important and she didn’t go to the ISA about Clyde in order to protect her family. Chad adds that instead, Cat put his family through Hell.

EJ questions Cat saying he has secrets and claims he’s an open book. Cat asks why he didn’t open up to her then about the Coriseal FDA complaint, his secret lab, Kristen’s disappearance, or his mysterious trip off to Italy. EJ remarks that he had no idea she was keeping tabs on his every move. Cat argues that everything she’s asking him about is public knowledge and she’s also his personal assistant, so her job is to be aware of the happenings in his life and take care of his needs. Cat adds that she didn’t look at it as a job because for some reason, she cared about him. Cat remarks that EJ has a lot going on in his life so it’s convenient for him to take it out on her. EJ argues that maybe it’s convenient that she got to be his assistant and confidant by talking her way in to that job at the right time.

Paulina and Lani walk through the town square. Paulina insists that Chanel will love the surprise baby shower. Lani says she was pretty certain that she didn’t want it but Paulina argues that mom knows best when it comes to both of her girls. Lani questions what she’s done and if she should be worried. Paulina assures it’s a good thing as she believes it’s time to right an egregious wrong that was done to her. Paulina explains that the Governor is reaching the end of his term in his office, so she intends to reach out to him about pardoning her, but Lani says absolutely not.

Johnny goes home and tells Chanel that he got there as soon as he could and says he brought her a surprise. Chanel doesn’t think she can handle any more surprises and starts to explain how Paulina tried to throw her a baby shower. Johnny stops her and says he thinks she’s going to like this one. Johnny then opens the door to reveal Sydney came with him which thrills Chanel as they excitedly embrace.

Belle tells Chad that she’s sorry he’s going through all of that as she knows he cared about Cat. Chad says in some weird way he still does, but he thinks his family was right that it never would’ve worked between them. Chad adds that he’s glad he’s with Belle and praises her qualities as they kiss. Belle talks about wanting to go back to Italy, so Chad says he has an idea.

Chanel tells Sydney that she’s been meaning to video chat forever. Sydney understands they all have busy lives and she knows she’s been going through it, but says she looks great. Sydney asks if she’s feeling okay. Chanel says she’s doing okay minus some nausea but she took a little something to help with that. Sydney is glad she’s doing so well and says she’s so excited about her new baby. Sydney asks if she can peek in on her niece and nephew. Sydney promises to be very quiet so she doesn’t wake them up, but Olivia then wakes up. Chanel is sure she’s hungry and asks if Sydney wants to give Olivia her bottle. Sydney says she would love that, so Chanel takes her to the bedroom.

Paulina doesn’t understand while Lani explains that the last thing she wants is for her past to be dredged up again. Paulina argues that an injustice was done to her and it will follow her or the rest of her life but Lani doesn’t want the Mayor calling in a favor. Paulina asks who will hire Lani when she has to check off that she was convicted of a felony. Paulina argues that Lani has wonderful gifts to share and this is holding her back. Paulina adds that she saw how much she loves law enforcement when she jumped in to save Holly and knows she would jump back in to that life if she could. Leo comes over and interrupts to ask if Lani has given any more thought to his podcast. Lani says she already told him while Leo pleads with her to do it.

Cat says she doesn’t even know what EJ is talking about, arguing that she didn’t talk herself in to a job with him. EJ remarks that the timing was a little too perfect, just like the timing of them being in the same Italian clinic. Cat says she didn’t know who he was back then and calls it a traumatic time in her life that she barely remembered until she started reading Wuthering Heights. EJ mocks that her reading to him was working her way in to his life like a good little ISA agent. Cat insists that isn’t how it was and that they were drawn together by being victims of Clyde Weston. EJ laughs off the idea that her coming back in to his life was fate. EJ remarks that it would’ve been romantic and magical if it hadn’t been for that pesky little secret she was keeping from him. Cat cries that she wanted to tell him so many times and felt incredibly guilty every time they talked about the Italian clinic, which is why she told him the one thing about her that no one on the planet knew, but says that was clearly a mistake.

Chad and Belle go to a hotel room at the Salem Inn with champagne set up in the room as they kiss onto the bed.

Paulina questions the podcast and why Lani didn’t tell her about this. Lani repeats that she’s not doing it. Leo argues that she should and asks Paulina to help convince her. Leo talks about wanting to talk in detail about how Lani saved Holly from the mugger which Paulina thinks is a fantastic idea. Lani insists that she’s not interested and that she was just helping a friend. Leo urges that she could help others as well. Leo calls it her chance to make a difference and asks if she will be his honored first guest on his podcast Stark Raving Mad.

Chanel tells Johnny that Sydney was a natural with Olivia and she’s feeding her now, which gives them a little time to talk. Chanel brings up that Lani told her that Theo quit which Johnny confirms. Chanel then questions why Theo quit and why Johnny didn’t tell her. Johnny responds that he only found out this morning when he got to work and was going to tell her when he got home. Chanel questions him not thinking it was worth a call or a text. Chanel suggests they talk about it now and asks why Theo resigned.

Cat questions EJ not saying anything. Cat brings up that Chad blames her for not going to the ISA when Clyde told her to impersonate Abigail while EJ blames her because he still thinks she’s with the ISA, so either way she can’t win. Cat tells EJ that he won’t have to worry about whether or not she’s lying to him because she quits.

Chad and Belle drink champagne in bed, toasting to an afternoon delight. Belle says this is the life. Chad tells her that whatever happens next with Dominic Marino, they will face together and it will make a hell of an adventure as they kiss.

Lani reluctantly gives in to doing the podcast which thrills Leo and Paulina. Paulina can’t wait to tell the world about her daughter saving the day as she hugs Lani. Lani insists that she was just helping out a friend while Paulina feels she was being brave and badass. Paulina says she has to get to work, so she will let them iron out the details. Paulina then steps away and calls the Governor to ask for a favor.

Johnny tells Chanel that Theo quit because of something EJ did that was wrong. Johnny admits he didn’t handle it very well, but promises to fix it and make amends. Trey wakes up crying, so Chanel goes to check on him while Sydney comes back in to the room. Sydney tells Johnny that he did the right thing. Johnny responds that he hopes so.

Cat tells EJ that she can’t work with someone who doesn’t trust her. Cat says goodbye to EJ and wishes him luck as she exits the office.

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Sydney, Marlena, and Belle eat together at the Brady Pub. Sydney tells them about a date she had in Italy. Marlena can’t believe she was just talking to her while she was in Europe and now she’s here. Sydney says she told her she’d see her soon while Belle mentions trying to call to let her know but promised to make it a surprise. Marlena comments on possibly getting Sami to come visit too.

Maggie goes to see Julie at the Horton house. Julie knows Xander and Philip were there, so she’s hoping they didn’t bring bad news. Maggie says it was just the opposite as they got the money for EJ, so they lost the house but they saved the company. Julie calls that wonderful and says that’s what she was praying for. Maggie says it’s how the money was gotten that worries her.

Theo meets Abe in the town square. Abe asks about his day off. Theo says he went for a run and then took a long walk in the park as he had some thinking to do. Abe asks what about. Theo then tells Abe that he was right that he never should’ve taken the job at DiMera.

Johnny goes to the DiMera Enterprises office and is shocked to find Theo’s letter of resignation. EJ then walks in and questions everything going to Hell while he left for two days. Johnny tries to ask about his trip. EJ brings up the complaint against them filed with the FDA. EJ tells him that the complaint came from Sarah. Johnny says they don’t know that for sure but EJ insists. EJ worries that the complaint could bring down DiMera while Johnny says he’s heard the same speech from George last night. EJ calls it an emergency while Johnny argues that he was trying to get his daughter to sleep, so she wouldn’t wake his wife who is going through cancer treatment and complains that he had to ask Lani to watch his kids. EJ asks Johnny how he is going to handle this. Johnny argues that Sarah has no proof while EJ argues that it doesn’t matter and that the complaint being out there could ruin them. Johnny calls it funny because George said the exact same thing and questions if they are putting their heads together without him. Johnny tells EJ that George insisted the only way through was to take a page out of EJ’s playbook and prove that DiMera could never be responsible because someone else was. EJ asks what Johnny’s plan is. Johnny responds his plan was to work with Theo as he thought he convinced him they needed to work together to protect DiMera from false and unfounded allegations, then he came in and found Theo’s letter of resignation. Johnny declares that he’s going to convince Theo to un-resign, but EJ says he will do no such thing.

Abe asks Theo what happened. Theo reminds him that he told him he couldn’t trust Johnny and he wondered if Johnny was keeping any other secrets. Theo says he was right in that there’s a lot more that Johnny is hiding, so he resigned from DiMera.

Sydney tells Marlena and Belle that Sami has such a busy life in Italy, so a trip back here might not be in the cards right now. Marlena says she understands but it would be nice to see her. Sydney knows she misses her, but visiting Salem can be tricky for Sami since she has many complicated relationships. Belle believes she’s right up there on the list with EJ as far as complicated relationships for Sami. Belle talks about it being hard for Sami that she and EJ were together, but assures they are not anymore and have both moved on. Belle tells Sydney she’s sorry but Sydney says it’s fine as she’s heard Sami’s version with way more curse words. Belle wishes she was closer to her sister, especially because she knows it makes Marlena sad that her daughters haven’t made peace and she’s sorry for that. Marlena says she doesn’t have to apologize as she tried so many times to patch it up with Sami to no avail but admits she hoped she would try to see her while in Italy. Sydney points out that she found it interesting that EJ, Belle, and Chad were all in Italy at the same time. Sydney says she heard a little bit of hush hush conversation on the flight back, so she questions if they care to share what’s going on as Belle and Marlena look at one another. Belle explains that she and Chad were following the clues to Rome, EJ tagged along, and they found themselves in Dominic Marino’s home. Sydney says they went on a real life treasure hunt and realizes that’s why EJ asked if she knew Dominic Marino before they left. Marlena asks if she does. Sydney says she’s heard of him as everyone in Europe has but she doesn’t know him personally. Belle mentions hearing that he’s a bit of a recluse with almost no public profile. Sydney says that EJ had questions about a business deal which Dominic is involved in and guesses that was a lie. Belle encourages that EJ was just trying to keep her safe. Sydney argues that she’s not a child and can handle whatever it is. Belle then gets a phone call and steps away to answer it.

Julie tells Maggie that she can’t believe one person could win that much money in a casino and wonders if Victor reached down to help Philip from the great beyond. Maggie thinks Victor would’ve hated all of the damage that Philip’s gambling brought on him and the family in the past. Julie recalls Philip getting in debt to the Vitali family and having to launder money to pay it off. Maggie says in the end, Victor cleaned it up but not before Ava put a hit on Philip and Brady ended up getting shot. They agree that doing business with criminals is not the wisest choice. Julie understands Maggie might be worried that Philip would get caught up again. Maggie says that Philip swore it was a one time last ditch effort to save the company, but notes that he also led her to believe he wouldn’t resort to gambling in the first place to get the money. Julie guesses Maggie must have tried to talk him out of it which she confirms. Maggie worries that if Philip lied that easily then, how does she know he’s not lying to her now.

Theo tells Abe that Johnny is involved with shady dealings at DiMera, but he lied right to his face when he confronted him, so he couldn’t stay any longer. Abe says he’s sorry as he knows Theo wanted to turn the company in to a force for good. Theo says he did to honor Lexie since she told him that he could make DiMera something better, so that was his intention. Abe assures that she would be very proud of him as he is, for making up his own mind about accepting the job and leaving it, and staying true to who he is.

EJ tells Johnny that he doesn’t need Theo. Johnny remarks that Theo’s integrity would get in the way of his coverup while EJ argues that his incompetence would get in the way of the company thriving while they need a CEO with a spine and a leader who will do whatever it takes to protect the family. Johnny declares that he’s sure as hell not that person. EJ tells him to relax. Johnny complains that Theo just resigned because he’s disgusted with him and says he’s disgusted with himself for lying to his wife, his Grandmother, his sister-in-law, and that he’s constantly trying to justify and make excuses for the things he does for EJ. Johnny says he told himself it’s for the greater good when nothing about it is good. EJ complains that Johnny has been listening to the naysayers about the DiMera name and they are poisoning his mind. Johnny calls that an interesting choice of words. Johnny argues that he’s already done so many things that he’s not proud of and every time he tries to draw a hard line, EJ just pushes it further. EJ calls that another part of the DiMera playbook. Johnny says screw the playbook and screw you as he declares this is all stopping right now. Johnny tells EJ that he’s the CEO of DiMera, so EJ can’t tell him what to do, and if he doesn’t like how he’s running things, that’s too damn bad. EJ applauds him for showing the spine he’s looking for. Johnny complains that he doesn’t want to be like EJ as trying to listen to him got them under investigation by the FDA. Johnny calls it EJ’s mess but says he’s going to clean it up for him the right way. EJ admires his passion but says he’s not experienced enough to handle this on his own and he needs his help. Johnny responds that he doesn’t need anything from him and they are done. EJ gets a text from George that he’s waiting for him at the house. EJ warns Johnny not to do anything until they speak again as he exits the office. Johnny tosses Theo’s letter of resignation in frustration.

Maggie tells Julie that as an addict herself, she knows the lies they tell and feels Philip should’ve known better after what happened in Chicago. Julie asks if she can tell her what happened in Chicago. Maggie explains that’s where the trouble with the Vitalis began because Mimi Lockhart asked Philip to a poker party and before he knew it, he was millions in debt to the mob. Maggie worries that if a business venture fails, Philip could do the same thing over again. Maggie talks about caring about Philip like her own son, as she knows Victor would want. Julie encourages that if Maggie stays on at Titan, she can keep Philip reined in and also relaunch the business that Victor created so she thinks it would be a win-win.

Belle finishes a call with Paul and informs Marlena and Sydney that Paul did a deeper dive in to Dominic Marino and it turns out, he went to a very exclusive boarding school and reveals that Dominic’s roommate was none other than Sami’s fiancée, Dante Vitali, which shocks Sydney. Sydney says that Dante never even mentioned going to boarding school. Belle questions what she does know about Dante. Sydney assures that he doesn’t give mafia vibes and has no connection to the Vitali family. Sydney mentions that when she met Dante, she liked him right away. Marlena points out that Sami has made some pretty bad choices in men. Sydney insists that Dante is a good guy, who treats Sami like a queen and treats her well too. Sydney adds that working for him has been great so far. Belle questions Dante never mentioning Dominic Marino. Sydney asks why he would and says she never said anything about her roommate in boarding school either. Belle points out that her roommate wasn’t a billionaire. Sydney doesn’t know why they are making such a big deal of this and remarks that Dante being Dominic’s roommate hardly makes thim the devil.

Julie tells Maggie that she does not condone gambling but it seems that Philip wasn’t doing it for a cheap thrill, but to step up for his family. Maggie admits that he did, because he blamed himself for what they were going through with Titan. Maggie assumes that’s because of Philip’s relationship with Victor as he always felt he was letting him down. Maggie says she tried to assure him that it wasn’t solely his fault and urged him to forgive himself. Maggie adds that most people involved in Titan exhibited bad judgment at some point. Maggie says she certainly has regrets as she’s made some terrible mistakes. Julie responds that she has too. Julie thinks the one advantage of growing old is time to stop dwelling on old mistakes and get on with your life. Julie says Maggie shows so much compassion and wisdom about Philip, so she asks if there’s a chance she can show some of that grace and forgiveness to herself because she really deserves it.

Abe asks Theo what his career plans are. Theo responds that Gabi offered him a job at Gabi Chic and he told her he’d think about it, but he just doesn’t know if that’s the right path for him right now. Theo says that’s why he wanted to meet because he regrets not taking Abe’s advice about not taking Tony’s offer at DiMera, so he hoped to get Abe’s advice now, which Abe calls a father’s dream.

EJ goes home to the DiMera Mansion to meet George. EJ tells him that he just saw Johnny and he doesn’t think that he’s on board with what he needs to be done. George agrees that he got the same feeling. EJ says that Johnny wants to handle it on his own, but he reminded him of what’s at stake and instructed him not to do anything until they speak again. George says he spoke with Rita and it appears Sarah filed the FDA complaint to deflect blaming herself, but in the end, Sarah is the only one who will be found culpable.

Sydney tells Marlena and Belle that she can ask Dante about Dominic Marino if they want to know more but Belle says that’s okay. Sydney says she’s going to meet Johnny after work and she wants go get gifts for Trey and Olivia, joking that she’s going to spoil both kids. Sydney hugs Marlena and says goodbye as she exits the Pub. Belle then tells Marlena that she does not like this Dominic and Dante connection one bit. As Sydney exits the Pub, she runs in to Johnny and they joke about their childhood as they hug. Sydney questions him not being at work. Johnny says he needed a break, so Sydney she guesses she gets more time with her big brother. Johnny suggests they get ice cream.

Theo tells Abe that there are many reasons to accept Gabi’s offer since Gabi Chic is a great company, profitable, and expanding around the world so there would be many new opportunities, but things have not been that good between he and Gabi since he’s been back in town. Theo states there’s some prior history that could come in to play if he accepts her offer. Abe responds that everybody has some complicated history with Gabi. Theo explains that he thought they were friends until she thought the worst of him. Theo says he told Abe about this but didn’t tell him who he was talking about. Abe asks how Gabi thought the worst of him. Theo explains that she thought he went behind her back and betrayed her. Abe guesses she doesn’t know him very well if she thought that. Theo acknowledges that Gabi came to him and apologized for it. Abe asks if he thinks her apology was genuine. Theo confirms that he does and that Gabi said she needs help with a project at Gabi Chic that aligns with his interests, but he doesn’t know how to decide. Abe encourages that Theo is smart as hell with a very strong moral compass. Abe points out Theo choosing to leave DiMera after seeing things going wrong, so he advises Theo to trust himself.

EJ warns George that he better hope this works. George assures that it will and the heat will be off DiMera and EJ won’t take the fall. EJ worries that he’s putting an awful lot of trust in George, so he hopes it’s not misplaced. George insists that he can count on him. EJ says that George says that, but he counted on him to make sure the contaminated pills were disposed of correctly and they ended up in someone’s drinking water and people died because of it. EJ points out that George is still head of DiMera Pharmaceuticals and it’s his job to make sure this goes away as it never should’ve come back to haunt them. George promises to make it go away once and for all. EJ says he’s glad to hear that. EJ warns that if for any reason it does not go away, George will be the one taking the fall.

Julie and Maggie talk about cooking for Chanel’s baby shower. Julie mentions canceling a dinner date with Foster and ordering gifts for the baby shower. Maggie argues that Julie didn’t need to cancel her dinner date with Foster. Julie says she already did it and it’s fine as she wants to spend the evening with Maggie, adding that it’s been years since they’ve been together in the kitchen. Maggie agrees it’s been too long. Julie tells Maggie that she’s so sorry the money didn’t come through in time to save her home, but the silver lining is they get to spend time together. Julie says she’s so grateful that Maggie is there with her now. Maggie responds that she’s grateful to be there and to have Julie in her life as they hug.

Belle asks Marlena about her saying that Sami hasn’t made the wisest choices in men. Marlena talks about Sydney only having glowing things to say about Dante, but it’s hard to believe that Dominic’s former roommate would meet Sami and suddenly propose marriage. Belle agrees that it would be one hell of a coincidence.

Theo thanks Abe for the coffee and says next time it’s on him. Abe tells Theo to make decisions that make him happy. Johnny and Sydney walk in to the town square for ice cream, so Theo tells Abe they should go and leave the square. Johnny and Sydney talk about video chatting their sister Allie later. Sydney says she can’t wait to meet Johnny’s kids and didn’t realize how much she missed her family. Johnny says they miss her too and congratulates her on becoming a lawyer. Johnny asks how much time she has off. Sydney responds that it was going to be a quick visit, but there’s so many people she wants to see and catch up with, so she’s been thinking about staying longer and asking Dante if she can work remotely for a little while. Sydney asks Johnny if she should stick around. Johnny responds that he wouldn’t if he were her. Sydney questions why not since he’s always talking about how happy he is there with Chanel. Johnny responds that if he could snap his fingers and move his family back to Italy, he’d do it in a heartbeat.

George gives EJ his word that this will be handled. EJ says to keep him posted as George then exits the mansion. EJ pours a drink and looks up at the portrait of Stefano as he thinks back to the findings at Dominic Marino’s home, wondering what Stefano has done.

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Philip and Xander excitedly go to see Maggie at the Horton house. Maggie questions why they are grinning from ear to ear. Xander says they have the best news that they just had to come share in person. Philip then announces that Titan is saved.

Holly confronts Mason in the town square. Mason tries to say he’s busy but Holly says he’s going to have to tolerate her. Holly then shows Mason the “are you having fun” text message and asks if he sent it.

At the Black Patch office, Brady tells Steve about Sarah filing the FDA complaint against EJ. Brady explains how they think EJ is already retaliating since Sarah was sued out of nowhere by Destiny’s parents with a wrongful death suit and says the whole thing reeks of EJ. Brady bets EJ got a hold of Destiny’s parents and maybe even bribed them to be complicit in this. Brady feels this is EJ’s way of warning Sarah to get off the Coriseal investigation, but says there’s no chance in Hell that she will.

At the hospital, Sarah tells Kayla that EJ must have been behind this. Kayla says they don’t know that but Sarah feels it’s obvious since the wrongful death suit was filed right after her complaint. Kayla talks about planning to fight it and if EJ is behind it, he will have nothing to hold against her. Rita arrives and says they are just who she was looking for.

Maggie questions how it’s possible that Titan is saved. Philip responds that they have the money needed to pay off the loan, so EJ cannot foreclose on them. Maggie can’t believe it. Philip just wishes they could’ve stopped the sale of the house but it was too late. Maggie then questions how he got the money. Philip admits that he won it, which Maggie questions further and demands an answer as to how he won the money. Philip thinks she knows the answer and asks her not to be upset. Maggie argues that he told her he was not going to gamble again. Philip doesn’t think he told her that. Maggie complains that he certainly led her to believe it. Philip apologizes for that.

Mason asks Holly why the hell he would text someone he hardly even knows. Holly asks why he hates someone he hardly knows. Mason insists he didn’t send the text. Holly asks who did then. Mason questions how he should know and suggests it could be a wrong number. Holly remarks that it could be someone stalking her which has happened before. Mason questions her thinking he’s stalking her, so Holly asks if he is.

Steve tells Brady that if EJ is bribing people to harass Sarah, that means he’s desperate and they are onto something. Brady says he’d love nothing more than to take EJ down, but he hates that Sarah is being dragged in to this. Steve says they both know the lawsuit is bogus and Kayla has Sarah’s back, so they need to focus on nailing EJ for the Coriseal contamination and prove that he’s responsible for what happened to Holly and Destiny. Steve adds that once they do that, Sarah won’t have anything to worry about.

Kayla asks Rita what they can do for her. Rita assumes they’ve been notified about the pending legal action concerning Destiny’s death which Kayla confirms. Rita informs them that the hospital is launching an independent investigation. Kayla assures they will cooperate and insists the findings will see the hospital was not at fault and everything was done by the book. Rita responds that EJ agrees the hospital is not at fault, but that Sarah is another matter..

Mason tells Holly that he wants nothing to do with her, so he questions why he would stalk her. Holly suggests to scare her or punish her. Holly says that Ari told her that he thinks she’s responsible for the death of someone he cares about. Mason then confirms that he was talking about Sophia Choi.

Philip knows Maggie thinks that him gambling was him falling off the wagon, but swears that it was a one off and the only way to win enough. Philip explains that the poker game went really well but didn’t quite cut it, so he had to put some money down on 18 red at the roulette table and that’s why Titan is saved. Xander encourages Maggie to give Philip a break as he only did it because they were so desperate and out of time and options. Maggie asks if Xander knew about this. Xander says only after the fact and suggests they just rejoice that Philip saved the company. Maggie complains that Philip risked relapsing in to an addiction that nearly destroyed him and the family. Maggie brings up how many times she told herself it was one sip before she fell off the wagon. Philip insists that he has no desire to gamble anymore. Maggie tells him that’s enough as he made her believe he was listening to her and respecting her when she warned him not to go down that road again. Philip argues that he always listens to her because she is the wisest person he knows. Maggie says she virtually begged him not to do anything stupid, but he ran off to Monte Carlo and did just the same thing. Philip knows he didn’t heed her advice, but it’s not because he didn’t hear it or think she was right. Philip admits he did consider taking her advice, but he was conflicted and had to make a choice between taking a risk that could rescue their family from a miserable fate, or he could be more selfish and not take a chance on succumbing to his addiction again. Maggie questions him saying what he did was selfless. Philip guesses that he is. Maggie calls that self delusion to spin something self destructive in to something virtuous. Maggie argues that as a fellow addict, she was appealing to him, thinking he had turned his life around, but he was probably wishing she’d shut up. Maggie declares that Philip defied her and that’s classic addict behavior, so she wants nothing to do with this money.

Brady tells Steve that he feels like he’s fighting a two part war with DiMera by going after EJ to protect Sarah while also going after the mysterious billionaire taking his grandfather’s home. Steve mentions that Paul still hasn’t learned anything more about Dominic Marino. Brady notes that Belle did speak to Marlena, who pointed out that the word Marino means “of the sea” and so does DiMera. Steve bets that’s not a coincidence. Brady wonders what the connection could be and if Dominic could really be another DiMera. Steve suggests maybe someone just wants them to think he is.

Kayla tells Rita that it’s ridiculous and questions what gives EJ the right to weigh in on proper protocol for treating a patient unless he went to medical school during his prolonged absence from the hospital. Kayla argues that Destiny’s case was already reviewed by the board and they determined that Sarah gave her the best possible care. Rita argues that Destiny dropping dead indicates to her and EJ that Sarah failed her and that Destiny would still be alive if she gave her the proper care. Sarah tells Rita that she is wrong and that she obviously came here at the behest of a spoiled, vindictive son of a bitch. Sarah adds that Rita is just as morally bankrupt as EJ is. Sarah shouts that Rita is just as oblivious to what’s going on at the hospital and how dedicated every doctor is to healing every patient. Sarah tells Rita to take her accusations and shove it because she will not sit here and be slandered.

Steve and Brady talk about how just when they think they are done with Stefano’s games, another one pops up. Steve adds that the DiMera family seems to be at as much of a loss as they are when it comes to who Dominic Marino is. Brady says Chad certainly has no idea and that he said Tony doesn’t either. Brady adds that nobody has any idea what’s behind the chess set that Stefano left for John and Marlena. Steve says there are two paths they can go down, either assume Dominic Marino is an impostor with his own twisted reasons for stringing Marlena and Belle along or they assume Dominic is a DiMera or somehow connected with Stefano. Steve questions how the hell no one in the family has ever heard of him.

Sarah demands an answer as to if Rita understands her. Rita responds that Sarah is causing a scene and not helping the situation. Kayla isn’t sure what Rita and EJ are trying to accomplish here. Kayla repeats that Destiny’s care was exactly what it should’ve been. Rita questions Destiny being sent home without medication or referrals. Rita adds that they are launching an investigation and suggests Sarah was distracted that night by her divorce or Xander being involved with an ex lover. Sarah insists she was not distracted and followed standard protocol. Rita remarks that they will see what the experts say.

Holly questions Mason about Sophia being a friend of his. Mason says not exactly. Holly asks what that means. Mason says he doesn’t owe her an explanation. Holly argues that he does if he’s going to blame her for Sophia’s death. Holly says what happened to Sophia was tragic and she knows her mom is telling everyone that it was her fault, but declares that Mason needs to hear it from her because she knows he didn’t get the full story.

Xander argues that Maggie can’t be serious as they are saving Titan and beating EJ at his own game even if she doesn’t approve of how Philip did it. Maggie complains that she’s appalled and saddened and Victor would be too. Xander says maybe so, but there’s no way Victor would turn down the money. Philip agrees that Victor may have been mad at first, but if that money kept Titan out of DiMera’s hands, he wouldn’t have cared if they robbed a bank for it. Philip states that as much as they all love Victor, he was no saint. Xander tells Maggie that she doesn’t really have a say in this matter as he and Philip have controlling interest in Titan and they have decided to use the money to pay off the loan and reclaim Titan. Maggie tells them to knock themselves out, but they will be doing it without her. Xander questions what that means. Maggie declares that she’s stepping away from Titan. Philip pleads with her not to do this. Philip appreciates that she worries and cares about him but he doesn’t have a gambling problem. Philip says his Vitali mob days are over and in the past. Maggie argues that Philip deceived her by telling her he wasn’t going to gamble, but he flew off to Monte Carlo to play in a high stakes game. Maggie questions how she can work for someone she can’t trust. Philip argues that he only did it for one game and it wasn’t just for the hell of it, it was for the love of their family and love for her. Philip asks what he can do to re-assure her that he will not gamble again and offers to go to meetings, insisting he gambled this one time to save the company. Philip adds that in spite of defying her, he has enormous respect for her and thinks the world of her. Xander says they don’t want to do this without Maggie and that Titan needs her guidance as he asks her to reconsider.

Holly asks Mason to let her tell him her side of the story, so he agrees to listen. Holly informs Mason that she and Sophia were best friends since they were little until high school when they fell for the same guy. Holly says she didn’t know it at the time that Sophia was crushing on Tate when they got together and then when they broke up the first time, Sophia hooked up with him and got pregnant. Holly says that’s when she got really cruel and talks about Sophia taking half-naked photos of her to send to her professor while she was too drunk to notice. Holly says what was even more hateful is that she tried to amends with her but Sophia switched her skin supplements with anti psych meds. Mason stops her and says he’s heard all of that from Sophia. Holly questions him still thinking she’s to blame for Sophia’s death. Mason responds that Sophia suffered a lot, talking about her mother being controlling and giving birth to her baby all alone, then having to give him up which he thinks is what sent her over the edge. Holly says he’s probably right, but continues to question him thinking she’s to blame for Sophia’s death. Mason states that he thinks she played a big part in it.

Rita warns Sarah that she may want to take a leave until the investigation in to Destiny’s death concludes. Kayla responds that Sarah will do no such thing. Rita remarks that she may not have a choice and says she’ll be in touch as she walks away. Sarah complains to Kayla that Rita is just as evil and corrupt as EJ is. Kayla encourages that Sarah did great and says she was so proud of how she handled Rita. Sarah says she’s outraged by the accusations but questions what if Rita was right that she could’ve done more for Destiny. Kayla insists she did everything she possibly could with the information she had and now they are pretty certain she died of arsenic poisoning. Sarah complains that they can’t prove it and that Rita is insinuating that their investigation will find whatever EJ wants it to find to take her down.

Brady tells Steve that it wouldn’t be the first time a long lost DiMera crawled out of the woodwork. Steve talks about Stefano not knowing about Chad and Lexie, but when he found them, he brought them in to the fold as nothing was more important to him than family. They question the Dominic Marino connection. Steve has no doubt Stefano’s endgame was to lead them to Dominic and questions if Dominic will show up on their doorstep or if they are going to show up on his. Brady says that Dominic has the advantage of knowing where they are. Brady asks Steve if Roman gave him any insight. Steve says that Roman’s never heard the name either, but he did say that Marlena has been having disturbing memories. Steve tells Brady about the Celtic knot and how Marlena started having a memory of that symbol on a blanket during her time on Stefano’s island.

Sarah tells Kayla that she knew EJ would figure out that she was the doctor that filed a complaint about DiMera Pharmaceuticals and that he would want to fight back, but she was not prepared for this. Kayla says leave it to EJ to exploit a young woman’s death like this. Sarah worries that she could lose her license. Kayla encourages that the truth is on her side. Sarah feels that’s never stopped EJ. Sarah worries that Xander was right that it was a mistake to go on the offense against EJ. Kayla tells her not to think that way and praises her as a doctor. Kayla vows that she will not let them lose her.

Xander urges Maggie that they’ve been given a second chance to make Titan the company it used to be and that they are unstoppable. Philip declares that the three of them working together to rebuild the company is what Victor would’ve wanted. Maggie then gives in and agrees to stay because Titan is important to the thousands of employees who depend on them. Philip thanks her and hugs her, assuring she won’t regret this. Philip exclaims that they are back in business. Maggie says she should tell the rest of the family. Xander asks her to keep it to just family for now as they want to let EJ keep thinking they are defaulting on the loan. Philip declares they are going to snatch victory from EJ at the best possible moment. Maggie admits she thinks that’s an excellent idea because of what EJ has put them through.

Mason tells Holly that Sophia had mental health issues and reveals that after getting out of Bayview, she would call the mental health hotline he works at and they would talk regularly. Mason adds that she would talk about how much it hurt when Holly lied to her and betrayed her. Mason says that Sophia was fragile when she ended up in Bayview and Holly knew that, but still posted nasty things about her online and ganged up on her with a bunch of others. Holly says that isn’t true as she hardly said anything and what she did say was the truth. Mason argues that Holly isn’t taking responsibility. Mason explains that he was talking to Sophia right afterwards and he thought he got through to her and thought she would keep fighting, but now she’s gone and they all have to live with that. Mason then gets up and walks away. Mason walks past the Brady Pub and stops, looking down at the dog tags on his necklace. Mason says that he failed them and he failed Sophia.

Maggie goes to the town square and finds Holly, asking what’s going on. Holly responds that somebody blames her for something awful that happened and she tried to explain her side of the story, but they didn’t want to hear it so it made her sad. Maggie asks if she wants to talk about it, but Holly decides that she doesn’t want to think about it and asks how Maggie is doing. Maggie admits saying goodbye to the Kiriakis Mansion won’t be easy since it’s where she and Victor built their life together. Maggie informs Holly that she does have some good news but they have to keep it in the family as she reveals the mansion was sold, but Titan was saved, so they won’t be losing Victor’s company or his legacy after all. Holly calls that amazing and asks what happened. Maggie responds that Philip took a chance and raised the money to pay off the entire loan.

Philip sits alone in the park and pulls out a poker chip from his jacket pocket which he holds onto.

Brady recalls Marlena being stuck on Stefano’s island and says he is now convinced this is all connected and there has to be a reason behind Dominic Marino. Steve says maybe they can’t find Dominic, but they can still find who was leaving clues for Belle and Chad. They talk about how it has to be someone who was close to Stefano. Brady says Dr. Rolf comes to mind but he’s been missing. Steve says Dr. Rolf was more the mad scientist while leaving bread crumbs for Stefano’s victims is not his style. Brady agrees and wonders who it could be. Steve responds that one name comes to mind, who has been doing Stefano’s bidding long before doing EJ’s.

Kayla confronts Rita at the hospital and warns that she will not stand back while she targets anyone on her staff for personal reasons on behalf of EJ. Rita asks what reason EJ would have to target Sarah. Kayla responds that EJ thinks Sarah filed the anonymous complaint with the FDA, but anyone could have filed that including herself, because Sarah isn’t the only one who knows what EJ is done. Kayla declares that she will make sure no intimidation tactics will make what EJ has done go away.

Xander finds Sarah in the town square and excitedly tells her that he was going to call her but it’s so much better to tell her the news in person. Xander informs her that Titan is saved as they have the money to pay off EJ’s loan. Sarah calls that wonderful. Xander says they don’t want it out there just yet but he couldn’t wait to tell her as he wanted to share it with her most of all. Sarah says she’s glad and happy for him. Xander says he’s happy for them as it’s part of Victoria’s legacy too. Xander excitedly declares that they won as he hugs Sarah and says so much for EJ getting the best of them, as Sarah remains looking worried.

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