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Jack and Jennifer get dressed at the Horton house as Jennifer talks about how sweet it is of Stephanie to plan this celebration dinner for Steve. Jack agrees that it will be nice to have something to celebrate after John’s funeral. Jennifer tells Jack that they do have something else to celebrate as she reveals a surprise for him, a cupcake for Jack’s birthday.

Stephanie and Alex get dressed for Steve’s retirement dinner. Alex asks how he looks while Stephanie tells him not to be nervous as it’s not like he hasn’t met her parents. Alex feels that now that they are serious again, he has to prove himself to them so they don’t think he’s just some jerk who broke their daughter’s heart. Stephanie assures that they don’t think that and that Kayla was totally happy for them when she told her that they were back together. Stephanie adds that Steve was also happy but admits he may have a few reservations.

Steve sits at home and dreams of his deceased sister Adrienne appearing before him.

At the hospital, Kayla slips Stephanie’s manuscript in to her purse as Sarah approaches. Sarah talks about hoping for less night shifts while Kayla says she wouldn’t count on it since EJ just dropped off his most recent budget proposal and it’s not what she hoped for. Kayla says she’s not surprised, questioning what EJ knows about running a hospital. Sarah tells Kayla that she can keep scheduling her for night shifts if the hospital is understaffed since Victoria goes down at 7 and it’s not like she has a husband to go home to.

Xander grabs a pillow and prepares to smother Philip, declaring it will be over before he knows it, but Philip suddenly opens his eyes.

Jack tells Jennifer that he hasn’t wanted to celebrate his birthday at all in the last couple of years since his birthday is forever entwined with Abigail’s death. Jennifer knows how hard it is for him to separate the two but encourages him to remember how Abigail used to love to make the biggest deal about Jack’s birthday as she really thought he should be celebrated. Jennifer says she thinks so too and lights a candle on the cupcake for him which he then blows out.

Alex asks Stephanie what Steve’s reservations were. Stephanie says he didn’t tell her directly but she heard from Kayla that Steve was a little worried about his playboy past and that he was partly raised by Anjelica which Alex acknowledges are both valid points. Alex states that Anjelica wasn’t the best role model for a happy and healthy life but that Adrienne was and praises her as everything you could want in a mom. Stephanie bets Adrienne would be very proud of the man he’s become.

Steve argues that Adrienne is dead, so he questions how she is here. She informs him that he’s dreaming. Steve admits he thought maybe she was a back from the dead miracle but not this time. Adrienne says she’s here to deliver a message. She reminds Steve of when he was in the chapel the other night. Steve points out that he prayed for John’s healing but it did no good. Adrienne says he’s wrong as she’s here to tell him that John is healed and promises to watch out for him. Steve calls that the best news he could’ve heard and thanks her. Steve tells Adrienne that he misses her every day. She cries that she misses him and she wishes she could stay and catch up, but she has to get going. Steve then wakes up from his dream on the living room couch.

Kayla tells Sarah that she ran in to Xander earlier and had to give him a piece of her mind. Sarah says they had a huge fight too. Kayla asks if she wants to talk about it but Sarah says she’d rather talk about anything else. Sarah asks if Kayla has plans tonight. Kayla informs her that Stephanie is throwing an impromptu celebration for Steve’s retirement. Sarah tells her to enjoy that and sends her congratulations as Kayla exits. Kate then approaches Sarah and asks if she can check lost and found because she seems to have misplaced a book manuscript. Sarah agrees to do so, noting that she just got there and will keep an eye out. Kate then sees the cop walk by from Philip’s room and questions him not guarding the room. He responds that he was feeling sick so he went to the restroom. Kate points out that means Philip is alone and questions what is wrong with him. Kate and Sarah then rush to Philip’s room where Kate is shocked to see Philip is awake.

Jennifer asks Jack what his birthday wish is. Jack reminds her that he can’t tell her or it won’t come true. Jennifer claims there are exceptions to the rule that you can tell the love your life. Jack says he’s never heard that before. Jennifer admits she just made it up. Jennifer tells Jack that her birthday wish was that she would never hear the name Cat Green ever again.

Alex continues to worry about how he’s dressed but Stephanie assures that he looks great, will be charming, and everyone will be glad he’s there. Stephanie suggests he find a way to relieve his stress as they kiss. Alex thought they were going to wait until after dinner. Stephanie calls it a change of plans as she starts to undress him and they continue kissing.

Kayla comes home to Steve, who asks how work was. Kayla says it was okay and asks what he’s been up to. Steve says not much and guesses the whiskey he had at John’s wake caught up to him, so he took a nap and had the strangest dream about Adrienne. Steve says that she told him that John was healed and that she was looking out for him. Kayla says her mother always said that dreams were a place where the angels could visit them. Kayla asks what Steve thinks about getting cleaned up as Stephanie wants them to join her for dinner. Steve questions the occasion. Kayla asks if they need an occasion to meet up with their girl and she thinks it would be really good for him. Steve responds that he’s sorry but he’s not up for it.

Kate is relieved to see Philip is awake while Sarah questions what Xander is doing there. Xander claims he was just visiting his brother and was so surprised when he suddenly woke up. Sarah asks why he didn’t call for a doctor. Xander claims he was just about to when she arrived. Kate checks on Philip. Xander notes that he hasn’t said anything, so he’s not sure he’s aware of his surroundings. Kate tries to get through to him and asks if he can hear her. Philip calls out to her and asks what’s going on. Kate tells him that everything is going to be alright. Xander calls it a relief and claims he was worried about him. Kate and Sarah want Xander out. Xander tells Philip that he’s glad he’s okay and to have a speedy recovery as he exits. Philip asks Kate why he’s in the hospital and what happened. Kate responds that they were hoping he would tell them. Sarah wants to examine Philip before they get in to that and says it won’t take very long. Kate says she will be right outside. Philip notes that she seems upset. Kate says she’s just relieved that he’s okay as she exits the room. Philip asks Sarah if he’s going to be okay. Sarah asks how he’s feeling. Philip responds that he feels like he was hit by a truck and asks if he was. Sarah questions him not remembering what happened. Philip says he’s a little fuzzy. Sarah says that makes sense since he’s on painkillers. Sarah adds that everything is good but she’s going to order more tests just to be sure. Philip admits that he was surprised to wake up and see his brother there. Philip asks if she has any idea why Xander was in his room. Sarah says she wishes she knew.

Outside of Philip’s room, Kate goes off on the cop for leaving Philip’s room and warns that Jada will hear all about this. He tries to apologize but Kate says that doesn’t cut it and tells him that he failed his job miserably. He says he doesn’t know what happened as he had a cup of coffee, then suddenly felt like he was going to throw up. Kate realizes that then Xander was in Philip’s room and grabs her phone.

Stephanie and Alex go to the Bistro, relieved that they aren’t late and didn’t ruin the surprise. Jack and Jennifer join them, asking when they are expecting the guest of honor. Stephanie responds that she doesn’t know as she hasn’t heard from Kayla yet.

Kayla tells Steve that she knows it’s been a rough couple of days but she thinks a night out at the Bistro could be just the thing to lift his spirits. Steve doesn’t think he’d be very good company and suggests doing it another night. Kayla argues that they can’t just bail last second since Stephanie is probably there waiting for them. Kayla doesn’t want to pressure Steve but suggests they could put their grief aside for tonight and focus on family time.

Jada finds Xander in the town square and says she just got a call from Kate, so they need to have a chat about Philip.

Kayla brings Steve to the Bistro where he is surprised by Stephanie, Alex, Jack, and Jennifer. Stephanie hugs him as he questions what this all is. Kayla explains that Stephanie wanted to celebrate Steve retiring from Black Patch. Steve asks about this being Stephanie’s idea. Stephanie thought it might cheer him up a bit. Steve admits it does and thanks her. Stephanie adds that she invited Bo and Hope but got the sense that they wanted their own time. Jack jokes that he’ll have to settle for the baby brother and hugs him. Jennifer hugs Steve and says it’s so nice to be there for a happy occasion. Alex congratulates Steve on his retirement with a handshake. They all sit down at a table. Jack calls it the end of an era as he can’t believe Steve is shutting down Black Patch, asking who is going to keep Salem safe from all the riff raff. Steve jokes that he likes the riff raff as those are his people. Kayla jokes that he was rough around the edges when they first met. Steve can’t believe it’s been 40 years since he came to Salem. They talk about it being unbelievable as Alex asks what brought Steve to Salem. Steve responds that he was working for Victor and wanted revenge on Bo. Alex thought Steve and Bo were best friends. Steve says they were, but they had a fight over a woman and he lost an eye. Alex is shocked to learn that Bo is responsible for that. Stephanie calls it a long time ago. Steve admits it was a sore subject for a time as he was angry and bitter, but all that changed after he met Kayla. Kayla says she was the first person he ever opened up to and kisses him as they flash back to when they first met.

Xander tells Jada that he’s in a bit of a rush. Jada says that’s why she was going to let him answer her questions here instead of at the police station. Xander asks what he can do for her. Jada informs her that Kate told him about the officer outside of Philip’s room getting sick, allowing Xander to get in for a visit. Xander claims he didn’t see an officer when he went in. Jada adds that they have reason to believe the officer’s coffee was drugged. Xander says he doesn’t have any idea about that which Jada questions. Jada then asks what he was doing in Philip’s room before Kate and Sarah got there. Xander claims he was visiting as he was worried about his brother and wanted to be there for him. Xander asks if she has any more questions. Jada says not at the moment but she expects Philip to have a lot to say. Jada advises Xander not to leave town as she feels she will be paying him a visit again very soon as she walks away.

Sarah comes out of Philip’s room and tells Kate that she sent him for CAT scans. Kate asks if he confirmed Xander was the one who attacked him. Sarah says she didn’t ask him as he seemed uncertain of what happened and she wanted to make sure he was stable before being questioned. Kate asks if it’s that Sarah doesn’t want to know the answer. Sarah assures that she does want to know.

Kayla says it wasn’t long before Steve switched sides and became one of the good guys. Alex comments that it sounds like he was a certified badass. Steve says he was real messed up and was only able to turn things around because of Kayla’s love. Stephanie brings up how Steve and Jack were put up for adoption. Steve credits Adrienne for setting out to bring their broken family back together as he flashes back to that time. Steve calls Adrienne the heart and soul of the family while Jack says Steve was the rock. Jack talks about Steve sacrificing so much for all of them including taking the blame when Adrienne killed their father in self defense and giving Jack his kidney. Jack toasts to Steve, calling him the original antihero. They have a video chat with Tripp, Wendy, and Joey. Steve says he misses his boys. Kayla says now that Steve will be retired, he will have free time to go visit them a lot. Jada then arrives and asks if she got the time wrong but they assure that she’s right on time. Jada says she’s sorry as she was tending to police business. Jada then informs Kayla that she just heard Philip is awake which relieves Stephanie and Alex. Jada adds that they are running him down for tests now so she has time to celebrate Steve. Stephanie brings up Steve and Jada’s dad growing up in the orphanage together. Steve says when they reconnected as adults, they picked up right where they left off which he flashes back to as he calls Marcus the best. Steve says that like John, Marcus was gone way too soon.

Kate calls Roman and says she’s so relieved that Philip woke up. Kate says she has to go and will be home soon. Kate hangs up as Sarah tells her that they are done with Philip’s tests and he is resting comfortably in his room. Kate asks if she can go back in which Sarah allows. Kate decides she will text Jada that she can come question Philip, so they can get some answers.

Jada tells Steve that Philip is back in his room so she has to head out. Jada says she will miss having Steve out there, keeping the city safe, and John too. Steve thanks her for coming as they hug. Jada then exits the Bistro. Jack asks Steve how he would feel about taking on one more case. Steve asks if he has one in mind. Jennifer tells Steve that she could use help finding Alice’s necklace for Julie, explaining that she had an angle that didn’t pan out and asks Steve to take a crack at it, noting how much it would mean to her entire family. Steve looks to Kayla, who says it’s up to him. Steve brings up that Bo approached him the other day about he and Hope partnering up with him. Steve says he didn’t give him an answer but he agreed to think about it and now he’s thinking about it. Steve calls Bo and ends up saying they will talk tomorrow. Steve hangs up and says that Bo and Hope are both on board, so he guesses he’s back in business. Stephanie calls that incredible. Jennifer thanks Steve. Kayla thinks they will be quite the team. Steve guesses they have to get home now so he can get up in the morning. Stephanie thanks everyone for coming. Kayla tells Jack and Jennifer they are grateful they could come since it’s a difficult time. Jennifer says they wouldn’t have missed this for the world as 40 years in Salem is something to celebrate. Steve assures that he will get right out on the necklace and keep them posted. Jack mentions that he and Jennifer are going back to Boston in the morning but will be back to visit. Steve says he will hold them to that and wishes Jack a happy birthday. Jennifer says they will miss them so much and repeats that they will be back soon as she and Jack exit. Steve and Kayla thank Stephanie for the party as Kayla tells Alex they are grateful he could come. Steve hopes he didn’t spoil the surprise party. Stephanie assures that she just wants him to be happy as they hug. Alex says he’s really glad to be here and tells Steve he has a great family as they shake hands. Steve and Kayla then exit together. Alex tells Stephanie that he thinks Steve definitely hates him and kept glaring him at all night. Stephanie thinks he’s just paranoid.

Jack and Jennifer walk through the town square. Jennifer calls it lovely to spend that time with their family. Jack agrees and asks if she wants to hear his birthday wish. Jennifer thought he refused to reveal it. Jack reminds her that she said he’s allowed to tell the love of his life. Jack then informs her that his wish is that they will come home to visit Salem as often as possible. Jennifer promises him that they will make that wish come true as they hug.

Xander arrives at the Bistro. Alex informs him that Philip is awake. Xander says he heard and that’s great news. Alex thinks it should ease some concern with Titan-DiMera and asks if he will see Xander at work tomorrow. Xander says maybe and that he’s just going to grab a drink. Xander tells them to have a lovely evening and walks away. Stephanie guesses he wasn’t in the mood to talk. Alex says it makes you wonder if he knows he’s about to be arrested again for assaulting Philip.

Kate sits at Philip’s side in his hospital room and asks if she can get him anything but he says he’s good. Jada enters with Sarah and says she’s glad to see that Philip is doing better. Jada asks if he feels up to answering a few questions. Philip tells her to fire away. Jada says that Sarah said his memory seems in tact but he’s fuzzy about how he ended up in the hospital. Philip says he was at first, but he now recalls what happened to him. Philip declares that he was the victim of a brutal, vicious beating. Jada asks if he can identify his attacker. Kate says it was Xander, but Philip states that it wasn’t Xander.

Steve and Kayla go home. Steve notes that Kayla was pretty quiet on the way home and asks if she’s sure she’s okay with his unretirement. Kayla admits that she was looking forward to him being around more and was happy to not worry about him as much, but listening to all the stories tonight made it pretty clear that he is who he is and she wouldn’t change that for the world. Kayla declares that if this is what he wants, then it’s what she wants. Steve comments on Kayla always supporting him no matter what and says he’s such a lucky man to go from nothing to everything he’s been given including a beautiful family, lifelong friends, and so much love. Steve says it’s all because of Kayla since when he came to Salem, he was on his way down but she believed he was worth something and never gave up on him. Steve jokes that maybe he has come a long way the past few decades. Steve knows he may be a work in progress still but he’s not so bad. Steve tells Kayla that he loves her and that he’s so grateful for her and their life. Kayla agrees that they are lucky as they kiss.

A montage shows clips of Steve’s 40 years in Salem. Happy 40th Anniversary Stephen Nichols!

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Update written by Joseph

Stephanie goes to see Alex at the Titan-DiMera office and brings him a framed photo of them for his desk which he thanks her for. Stephanie invites Alex out to dinner but Alex doesn’t think he can get away with Philip and Xander both out. Stephanie thought Xander was released on bail. Alex confirms that he is but he’s steering away from the company until things settle down which means more work for him. Stephanie says she appreciated Alex coming to John’s service. Alex assures they will make up for lost time tonight as they kiss.

Maggie and Sarah sit together at the Kiriakis Mansion, talking about John’s service. Maggie says her heart is breaking for Marlena and the family, to finally get John back home only to lose him like that. Maggie states that John died a hero. Sarah comments that they don’t make them like they used to.

Xander walks through the town square after having bought a dress for his daughter Victoria. EJ approaches and calls him a jailbird as he congratulates Xander on becoming a free man. EJ says he couldn’t shake his hand after the hospital board vote because he was in handcuffs, so he offers a handshake and hopes there’s no hard feelings. Xander tells EJ to piss off and walks away as EJ laughs.

Belle joins Jada in her office at the police station. Jada hugs her and says she’s so sorry about her dad. Jada can’t believe Belle is at work now. Belle responds that the service is over and she needed the distraction. Belle adds that if anything can make her feel better, it would bringing justice to the suspects in the attacks on EJ and Philip. Belle thanks Jada for granting Kate’s request to post police protection for Philip at the hospital. Jada can’t believe Xander was granted bail. Belle says her office argued against it but the judge sided with Xander. Belle says it’s okay because they have a really solid case against Xander that she intends to bring to trial ASAP.

Kayla joins Kate in Philip’s hospital room. Kate praises Kayla’s eulogy at John’s service and asks how the wake was. Kayla calls it perfect and a real celebration of John’s life with lots of tears, memories, and laughter. Kate says she’s sorry she couldn’t stay as she needed to be near Philip. Kayla says she understands and tells Kate that Philip’s labs and vitals are showing tremendous improvement, so she thinks Kate could go home and get some rest. Kate knows she should but every instinct is telling her that Philip’s life is still in danger as long as Xander is free. Kayla promises they won’t let anything happen to him. Kate agrees to go home soon, but she’s hoping Philip will wake up before she does. Kayla doesn’t think it will be tonight, but in the next few days which Kate says is really good. Kate declares that she needs Philip to come back to her because when he does, the first thing he’s going to do is identify Xander as his attacker and then she won’t rest until she puts Xander Kiriakis behind bars.

Jada hopes Philip wakes up soon so they can put this case to rest. Shawn enters the office and asks if it’s a bad time as he didn’t mean to interrupt. Belle says she was just on her way out. Shawn hopes she’s taking the rest of the night off and asks how she’s doing. Belle admits she’s not great. Shawn asks if she needs anything. Belle says she will leave them to talk and quickly exits. Jada asks Shawn if something happened between them. Shawn says just years of marriage, affairs, and a recent divorce. Shawn adds that it’s just been a really hard day. Jada knows John was Belle’s dad but she’s sorry for Shawn’s loss too. Jada asks if Shawn needed something. Shawn responds that he needs to tell her that he’s sorry.

Kate wishes her conversations with Philip didn’t have to be so one sided. Kate says she would read more of Stephanie’s manuscript but she seems to have misplaced it and jokes that she would leave out the explicit parts, but she thought Philip would enjoy the love story. Kate wonders if she should retrace her steps to try to find it, run a few errands, and then come back. Kate tells Philip that she needs him to wake up because they have a lot to talk about. Kate then exits the room.

Alex and Stephanie continue to kiss at the office which Alex calls a small preview of what’s in store tonight. Stephanie says all it did was make her want more right now as they continue kissing onto his desk.

Maggie tells Sarah that she always admired John’s intuition. Maggie brings up when Sarah was hit by a car last year and how almost everyone believed Brady was guilty but Justin said that John believed in his son’s innocence all along. Sarah notes that he was obviously right, though no one’s intuition led them to believe Xander’s witch of a mother was the one who ran her over. Sarah brings up how she put her in a wheelchair and then almost threw her down the stairs in it. Sarah remarks that they know where Xander gets his violent impulses again, then apologizes for doing it again. Maggie tells her it’s okay and that she can talk about Xander whenever she needs to. Sarah says when she and Xander remarried, she genuinely thought he had changed and not do anything that would land him in prison. Sarah doesn’t understand how she could be so wrong about him.

Kayla comes out of the Brady Pub and runs in to Xander.

Belle walks through the town square, on the phone with her daughter Claire. Belle says she knows how much she wanted to be there, but they got her flowers. Belle tells Claire that she will wrap up a few cases here and then come visit her in South Africa. Belle tells her to say hi to Theo for her and that she loves her too. Belle hangs up but then sees EJ walking by, so she pretends to still be on the phone with Claire. Belle looks around and finishes but then EJ appears and startles her. EJ questions her not saying goodbye to Claire and jokes that if being district attorney doesn’t work out, they know she has a knack for improv. EJ tells Belle that she can be honest with him and if she doesn’t want to see or talk to him, she can just say the word and he will respect her wishes.

Jada asks Shawn what he’s apologizing for. Shawn guesses she figured out that he was lying about being sick and that Belle told her everything. Jada confirms that Belle told her what he had told her which is that Shawn was working on the down low to get the miracle cure for his dad. Jada adds that she’s thrilled that it worked. Shawn says he is too, except losing John still doesn’t feel real. Jada says she’s so sorry as she knows how close Steve was to John too. Jada notes that she understands John died a hero. Shawn confirms that without John’s help, they never would’ve been able to break in. Jada reminds him that it’s probably best she doesn’t know the details of that since she is his boss. Shawn thanks her for understanding.

Alex and Stephanie continue kissing on his desk until Kate walks in and interrupts. Alex tells Stephanie that he will catch up with her later as she hurries out. Kate tells Alex that she’s so sorry to interrupt and remarks that it could’ve been a page out of One Stormy Night. Alex hopes Kate is here to accept his job offer. Kate says she’s flattered that he thinks she can revive Titan’s book publishing department but hopes he doesn’t think otherwise of her as she reveals that she has misplaced Stephanie’s manuscript, she’s looked everywhere for it, and it’s gone.

Kayla tells Xander that this is so damn disappointing and appalling. Xander is sorry that Sarah has poisoned her co-workers against him. Kayla argues that Xander promised to her that he would be a force for good and run the hospital in an ethical manner. Xander says he’s not in the mood for her lecture. Kayla asks if he’s grumpy because he lost his chance at running the hospital and destroyed his marriage all for a sick power trip. Kayla declares that Xander’s inability to control his anger may have just ruined his life for good this time. Kayla tells Xander to enjoy his freedom while it lasts as she walks away.

Sarah admits to Maggie that she does love Xander but she should’ve realized a long time ago that love isn’t enough after what Xander almost did to Brady. Maggie acknowledges that she can’t trust him. Sarah talks about how she felt so guilty for keeping the secret from Xander and then he went and did the exact thing that she was terrified he would do. Maggie encourages that she did the right thing but Sarah says she can’t shake how Xander said if she told him about the forgery from the start, he wouldn’t have formed such a close bond with Philip and gotten so angry when he found out the truth. Maggie questions if Xander would’ve just shrugged it off when he already hated Philip. Maggie thinks Xander is making excuses and trying to blame Sarah for something he’s already done. Sarah admits she gets sucked in to Xander’s deranged logic and now he’s demanding to see Victoria. Maggie asks if she’s afraid he will hurt them. Sarah says he would never do that but she’s more afraid that she can’t resist the pull he had over her. Maggie calls her a strong woman but Sarah feels she can’t trust herself when it comes to her feelings for Xander. Sarah then declares that because of this, she feels it’s best if she and Victoria leave Salem.

EJ apologizes for putting Belle on the spot. Belle says she just has a lot going on and doesn’t know if can handle whatever this is. EJ hoped he could alleviate some of her pain but guesses he’d just be another problem for her to deal with. Belle assures that she didn’t mean it like that and her feelings for him have not changed. EJ questions what is holding her back then. Belle reminds him that she told him the other day that she felt John would not approve. Belle says she just needs some time to figure things out. EJ agrees to whatever she needs, but tells Belle that he loves her and wishes he could be there for her right now. EJ then walks away.

Alex questions Kate misplacing the manuscript and asks what he’s going to tell the author. Kate says it’s her fault and she feels terrible but her mind has been on other things like Philip’s attack and John passing. Alex says it’s okay as things happen and asks where she last had it. Kate tells him at the hospital a day ago. Alex questions this going on for over a day. Kate thought it was going to turn up and says she’s been dreading this conversation because she keeps imagining someone might steal the manuscript and claim it as their own. Alex says they will pray that doesn’t happen.

Stephanie’s manuscript lies on the counter of the hospital. Kayla approaches it but Stephanie arrives and greets her with a hug. Stephanie says she wanted to talk to her about something if she has a minute. Kayla asks what’s going on.

Maggie tells Sarah that as of now, Xander still has parental rights to Victoria, so if she tries to skip town with her, he could make a case against her especially since it wouldn’t be her first time running off with a child. Sarah admits she hadn’t thought about that. Maggie advises Sarah to be careful since Xander will likely end up in prison but in a custody case, a judge could decide neither of them are fit and take Victoria away. Sarah can’t imagine a judge deciding she’s an unfit parent because she’s trying to keep her child away from a violent criminal. Maggie asks if she wants to make a wager on that. Maggie understands Sarah’s worries and admits she’s scared of Xander stealing her granddaughter, but Sarah said he wouldn’t hurt her so she questions why she would uproot Victoria and take her away from her family and home. Sarah agrees that she can’t run away from her problems and decides that the best thing is to confront Xander head on. Sarah then calls Xander, who is sitting outside the Pub. Sarah asks if he can meet to talk about Victoria. Xander responds that he’s on his way and walks off.

Stephanie tells Kayla that she knows the past few days have been especially hard on Steve since John was his best friend, but question closing down Black Patch. Kayla admits she had the same reaction but thinks all they can do is support him and if it’s not a good decision, he will come to that conclusion on his own. Kayla selfishly admits that she hopes it’s the end of an era and onto a new, less dangerous one. Stephanie offers to host a special dinner at the Bistro to celebrate Steve which Kayla agrees to. Stephanie knows it’s been a long day for everyone but she hopes this might lift Steve’s spirits. Kayla thinks he will love it. Stephanie says she will text her the time as she then walks away. Kayla then turns back to the manuscript on the counter.

Kate tells Alex that she has no idea where the manuscript is but she’s going to keep looking. Alex assures her that it hasn’t changed his mind about making her a job offer and says that one slip up doesn’t negate the value she brings to the company. Kate says she appreciates that but she’s still going to decline the offer which Alex questions. Kate says she was leaning towards saying yes before one of his CEOs nearly murdered her son. Kate declares that she doesn’t see herself working for Xander because he’s a monster. Alex asks if her anger with Xander has anything to do with her misplacing the manuscript. Kate says she wouldn’t do that even if she was going to sabotage the company. Alex asks if she would reconsider his offer if Xander was convicted and had to step down as CEO. Kate admits that Titan has been a big part of her life on and off throughout the years, so she would certainly considering returning if the circumstances were right. Alex says he’ll see what he can do then to make it right.

Xander goes to the Kiriakis Mansion to meet Sarah, who says she won’t apologize for ignoring his calls as she needed to process the fact that her husband tried to kill his brother. Xander asks if she’s come to her senses now. Sarah tells him joint custody is not happening. Xander brings up his attorney while Sarah argues that no judge in the world would agree to him getting custody. Xander asks if she’s going to keep his daughter from him then. Sarah responds that she doesn’t know. Xander questions if she called him over to tell him that she doesn’t know. Sarah states that she called him over to discuss visitation. Sarah tells him that her offer is for him to have supervised visits at the Kiriakis Mansion and not show up unannounced. Xander agrees to the terms.

Belle sits in the town square on her laptop as Shawn walks by. Shawn thought she went home. Belle says she’s still here and just needed some coffee. Shawn doesn’t want to pull her out of work but asks if she has time to talk. Belle says she isn’t getting much work done and asks Shawn what’s up. Shawn informs her that he just spoke to their daughter Claire, who mentioned Belle planning to go visit her. Belle confirms that she is, saying she misses her and it’s been too long. Shawn says he feels the same way and has been planning to go visit her too. Shawn suggests Belle could let him know when she plans to go. Belle asks if he’s going to say they can make sure not to go at the same time.

Stephanie goes home where Jada is on the couch. Stephanie tells Jada not to get too comfortable as she hoped she could come to an impromptu celebration dinner to celebrate Steve’s retirement because he decided to close down Black Patch. Jada is shocked since Steve is so full of passion and vigor that she can’t imagine him being ready to retire. Stephanie feels the same but guesses that with John gone, it just wouldn’t be the same. Stephanie says she will be making a reservation for the Bistro tonight and Jada accepts being added to the list. Alex then shows up at the door. Stephanie thought he was working late. Alex says he was but there was a change of plans as he couldn’t stop thinking about what almost happened at the office. Alex starts kissing Stephanie until realizing Jada is in the room. Jada says she’s going to run an errand and will see Stephanie at the gathering as she hurries out. Alex asks Stephanie about the gathering and if she made plans for tonight.

EJ goes to see Kayla in her office at the hospital. EJ says he just wanted to say he’s very much looking forward to working with her and he knows she was reluctant to support him. Kayla states that she didn’t support him. EJ asks if she’d prefer having an attempted murderer as her boss. Kayla argues that they both know all the things EJ has done to the people she loves. Kayla would like to believe he’s changed as he says but she highly doubts it. Kayla prays that what he says is true since the hospital is in need of good, honest leadership.

Belle apologizes to Shawn and says of course they can handle visiting their daughter at the same time. Shawn agrees if it comes to that. Belle starts to warn him that she told Jada and says she didn’t mean to get him in trouble but that Jada kind of knew he was lying. Shawn says it’s okay as Jada understood but he got the sense that she wasn’t happy that he told Belle and not her. Belle asks if they are together again. Shawn says they never were together and that Jada is his boss, so she doesn’t like to be left out of the loop. Belle says that makes sense. Shawn admits he did hate lying to Jada. Belle remarks that she’s also not a big fan of lying, to other people or herself…

Sarah tells Xander that she’s glad they came to an understanding. Xander says he will head out then after a quick visit with Victoria but Sarah says he can’t see her tonight because she’s down for the night. Xander says he just wants a quick peek but Sarah says no and argues that he just agreed to her terms. Xander asks Sarah to give Victoria the dress he got her if that’s not in violation of her terms. Sarah argues that she did not choose this, he did, and when Philip wakes up and tells everyone that he’s the one who tried to kill him. Sarah adds that if Xander did do it, he deserves to go to prison so he cannot go wake up their sleeping baby since she makes the rules now. Xander argues about her being in control and tells Sarah to get off her high horse since she set this all in motion. Xander says that she only thinks he attacked Philip because she set things in motion that would make him do that. Sarah argues that it’s not her fault and that if he does go to prison, he will only have himself to blame.

Kayla understands EJ has talked to Dr. Russell and is aware of Bo getting a dose of the Versavix, then having a more miraculous recovery than they expected. EJ calls it wonderful news. Kayla feels he only thinks so because he’s sitting on a possible gold mine. EJ admits he’s excited at the money making potential of this medical advancement and says his goal is only to run a financially viable hospital. EJ says he had his team review the budget and there are a few things he’d like to change. Kayla says she will give her thoughts. EJ leaves her with a binder and says he looks forward to hearing from her as he then exits her office. Kayla then sets EJ’s binder aside and instead opens up Stephanie’s manuscript to read.

Stephanie tells Alex that she would’ve asked him but she thought he was working late. Stephanie adds that she hasn’t made the reservation yet so he’s obviously welcome to join. Alex is unsure since he’s not her parents’ favorite person. Stephanie says they will have to get over that and when the celebration is over, they can go back to his place and pick up where they left off in his office. Alex likes that idea as they kiss.

Shawn asks Belle what she’s lying to herself about it. Belle thinks she’s just confused about her feelings. Shawn brings up that they’ve been married on and off for a long time and been through quite a lot together. Shawn admits he’s confused too about his feelings. Shawn says that Belle just suffered a terrible loss and he wants to be there for her, but he can’t be like he used to when she was his wife. Belle knows she can count on him if she needs him. Shawn assures that she definitely can and that he will always care about her. Belle thanks him and they hug as EJ comes around the corner, but stops when he sees them.

Maggie returns to the living room and guesses Sarah’s conversation with Xander didn’t go well. Sarah cries that she hates Xander so much and she hates how much she loves him as Maggie hugs her.

Xander goes to see Philip in his hospital room and declares that they are finally alone.

At the hospital, Kate finishes a call with Roman and says she’ll be home soon but she just wants to check on Philip one more time. Kate hangs up and tells herself that the manuscript has to be there somewhere.

Xander grabs a pillow and prepares to smother Philip, declaring it will be over before he knows it.

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Jack brings flowers to Abigail’s grave. Jack says he knows Abigail can hear him and that she’s up there. Jack asks Abigail to show John around and make him feel welcome. Jack cries that they still miss her very much down here.

Julie finds Jennifer in the living room at home and says she thought she was going to John’s wake at the Pub. Jennifer responds that they were going to, but she, Jack, and JJ decided to stay behind at the cemetery to spend time with Abigail. Jennifer cries that she really tried this time but she couldn’t do it. Jennifer tells Julie that she’s sorry that she lost Doug and she’s sorry for everything Marlena is going through. Julie says that’s why it’s so important for them to be together now as they hug.

Bo and Hope stand together in the town square. Bo comments on how much things in Salem have changed since he was here. Hope points out the plaque of Tom and Alice and says they are still watching over all of them. Hope thinks they definitely played a part in getting them back together with an assist from John. They talk about John watching over them all now. Hope wants to head to the house to spend time with Julie and Jennifer. Hope invites Bo to come with her and get some rest but Bo says he promised Roman and Kayla that he would rejoin them at the Pub. Hope asks if he’s sure since it’s been a long day and reminds him that if the doctors had it their way, he’d still be at the hospital. Bo responds that they were not going to keep him from John’s funeral. Bo calls it hard to believe that John won’t be around and says he’s not ready to say goodbye. Hope tells him that he doesn’t have to as John will always be with them as they hug.

Roman, Steve, Kayla, Shane, and Marlena gather at the Brady Pub for John’s wake. Steve proposes a toast to John. Bo arrives to join them. Steve offers to make the toast to which Marlena says she wouldn’t have it any other way. As he finishes, Marlena flashes back to John making a toast along with her, Bo, and Hope.

Jennifer talks to Julie about thinking she had it all pulled together. Jennifer knows what Marlena is going through has to be bringing up emotions for Julie. Julie says she just has to remember how strong Doug was. Julie adds that Doug taught her to appreciate what she does have, like a loving family which begins with Jennifer as they hug.

Roman tells Bo how surreal it is to have him home. Bo responds that if it wasn’t for John, he wouldn’t be here as he gave his life for him. Marlena states that if things were reversed, she knows Bo would’ve done the same. Marlena says she couldn’t be more grateful for all of their friendships and the adventures she and John had with them. Kayla calls it a lot of great memories. Marlena then makes another toast to all of them. Bo asks if there’s ever been a group who has had more adventures than this one. Bo recalls first meeting John in Miami which Shane calls one dangerous mission. Steve says after that is when The Pawn showed up in Salem and that’s when he learned John would always be one step ahead of him as he flashes back to that time. Kayla talks about Marlena helping John remember pieces of his life. Marlena says that’s when they began to grow close and fall in love. Marlena adds that trying to figure out who John really was began their next great adventure.

Julie wishes Jennifer didn’t have to go back to Boston with Jack so soon since Thomas and Charlotte love having her here. Jennifer says it’s wonderful with them and talks about them making her feel closer to Abigail. Julie says Abigail lives on through them and she sees it every day. Jennifer adds that it’s been wonderful being there with her, JJ, and the whole family of familiar faces. Jennifer wishes she was here under happier circumstances. They talk about still having something to celebrate in Bo’s miraculous return. They laugh about Bo checking himself out of the hospital as Julie calls Bo the most stubborn person. Hope then arrives and hugs them as Julie declares her girls are home again.

Marlena recalls learning of John having plastic surgery and once thinking he could’ve been Stefano. Marlena agrees that he was always one step ahead. Bo remembers Stefano taking Marlena hostage and flashes back to when they had to rescue her. Bo talks about Shane being a busy man in those days as Shane flashes back to Andrew’s birth. Shane calls that one of the happiest days of his life and says soon they will be celebrating another one when Andrew marries Paul. Marlena says she can’t wait. Shane, Marlena, and Bo flash back to realizing John wasn’t Stefano. Roman goes to step away to call Kate but Marlena stops to tell him she’s sorry if these memories are too painful for him. Roman says it’s not that as John was his friend too but the memories remind him how much Stefano took from his life. Marlena wants Roman to stay, pointing out that John was just as big of a part of his life. Marlena is reminded that Roman did grow to love John as they hug.

Jennifer asks Hope where Bo is. Hope explains that he’s with Roman and Kayla, so she wanted to come see them. Jennifer goes to the kitchen to get ice cream as Hope sits with Julie. They talk about the terrible loss Jennifer has experienced and now losing John. Hope admits she feels guilty, celebrating having Bo back when they’ve lost John. Julie tells her not to feel guilty for a minute as they are thrilled about Hope and Bo being back together. Julie declares that having Hope here cheers her up more than anything in the world. Jennifer comes back and agrees.

Steve says that at least once a year, he and John would sit in the Black Patch office, open a bottle and recite the names of their enemies one by one and then drown them with a shot. Steve wants each of them to name their greatest adversary and do the same. Roman starts off by naming Stefano DiMera. Marlena says she’ll go with the freshest one in her mind which Kayla goes along with as they name Orpheus. Shane acknowledges that what Orpheus did to Marlena was beyond cruel. Roman recalls how that it all started when he accidentally shot Orpheus’ wife, Rebecca. Marlena and Kayla talk about how Orpheus never stopped looking for revenge. Marlena wishes she and John could get back the time they lost. Roman and Bo say they have all had so much time taken. Bo credits John for them all still being there.

Julie wishes Doug was there to see Hope and Bo together again. Hope points out how Doug wasn’t so thrilled about Bo at first. They acknowledge that Bo was originally the bad boy but he won them over in the end. Julie recalls when she brought Hope and Bo together again when they were apart as she went all the way to Paris to tell Bo that he and Hope could not run away from each other. Hope says whatever Julie said then did the trick because what followed was pure magic. Hope talks about how they made great memories. Julie encourages that their great love is how they survived everything and kept going. Julie thanks God for them being back together now and calls it a blessing for all of them.

Marlena says they’ve all had their ups and downs, but true friendships survive all of that. Shane agrees that the most important true family is the one you choose. Shane declares that they will always have each others’ backs. Marlena talks about how many times John had her back and saved her life. Marlena adds that on more than one occasion, she put his life in danger. Marlena says there were times that she made John’s life a living Hell, but in the end, he always saved her.

Jennifer recalls the Cruise of Deception. Julie points out that Hope and Bo were reunited again then while Jennifer and Jack escaped the sinking ship. Jennifer states that it was on that island that she realized she had found her soulmate in Jack. Jack then arrives. Jennifer hugs him and says she’s so happy to see him. Jack hugs Julie and Hope. Jennifer notes that he looks tired. Jack says he doesn’t feel tired but Jennifer suggests he go upstairs and get some rest while she will be up soon. Jack says goodnight and heads upstairs. Jennifer hugs Hope and Julie, saying this night with them has been medicine for her soul and she loves them.

Roman decides he will go check in on Kate and Philip, telling Bo not to leave without saying goodbye. Steve brings up when they said goodbye to Bo and Hope as they went sailing around the world. Bo reveals they’ve been talking about doing that again. Kayla wants them to wait because she’s not ready to say goodbye to Bo again. Shane gets a call from Theresa and steps away to answer it. Kayla states that since Steve is retiring, maybe they will do some traveling of their own. Steve says he wouldn’t mind that but feels Kayla doesn’t have the traveling bug like Bo and Hope. Steve and Kayla apologize to Marlena for talking about saying goodbyes, feeling it was insensitive. Marlena tells them not to worry and acknowledges that John is no longer with them but he will always be in her heart, so she will never say goodbye to him.

Jennifer and Hope talk about the necklace being stolen by Doug III. Hope wishes they could get it back for Julie. Jennifer talks about having some connections and making inquiries about it. Hope is happy that she’s on the case. Jennifer calls it a long shot and admits it’s been nice to have a mission but no luck so far. Hope suggests using her experience and says they can work on it together. Julie comes back from the kitchen as Jennifer says goodnight to them and heads upstairs. Hope sits with Julie and says she can’t believe in a little while, Bo Brady is going to walk through the door.

Bo questions Steve retiring. Steve responds that it feels like the right time to close up Black Patch because it just wouldn’t be the same without John and he doesn’t want to do it alone. Bo suggests maybe he doesn’t have to. Steve asks if Bo is pitching himself as a partner, reminding him that he’s barely out of a coma. Bo asks what if he’s pitching two partners in he and Hope. Steve asks if he’s talked to Hope about this. Bo says she’s been on the shelf for quite some time so he feels she would be game. Steve agrees and says he appreciates the offer. Bo says he doesn’t have to make a decision right now, but recalls that they made a pretty good team.

Julie can’t imagine how overwhelming this all must have been for Hope. Hope calls it overwhelming in the best positive way as she mourned Bo for so long, so having him back is like starting all over again. Julie encourages building on their foundation of great love. Julie wants Hope to remember how lucky she is to have Bo back as she would give anything to have Doug back. Hope thanks Julie for making her dad so happy and for loving them, even when she didn’t make it easy. Julie calls Hope her gift from God and she’s praying for Hope and Bo on the wonderful long road ahead of them.

Shane hugs Marlena and tells her if she needs anything, day or night. Shane tells Bo, Kayla, Steve, and Roman that it’s been good to see them all as he then exits the Pub. Bo says he better hit the road too since he promised Hope that he wouldn’t overdo it. Bo encourages Roman on the great job he’s doing with the Pub. Kayla hugs Bo and says she loves him. Bo says goodbye to Steve and hugs Marlena as he then exits the Pub. Steve tells Marlena they love her and are always here for her as he hugs her. Kayla hugs Marlena and says she loves her. Marlena thanks them as they exit. Roman tells Marlena that he’s sorry about earlier if he made her feel awkward or anything. Marlena thanks him and says not a day goes by that she doesn’t blame herself for breaking his heart. Roman says fortunately, broken hearts heal and he stopped being bitter, found happiness with Kate, and became good friends with John. Roman calls John a great man who loved Marlena. Roman offers to take her home but Marlena thinks she needs a little time alone. They hug as Marlena then exits the Pub. Marlena stops and has another flashback to John with tears in her eyes.

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Eric takes the stand at John’s funeral and talks about how even after he found out John wasn’t his father, they maintained a strong connection. Eric calls John a mentor for all of his kids and says presiding over John’s service has been one of the greatest honors of his life as well as one of the hardest things he’s ever had to do. Eric gives hugs and kisses on the cheek to Marlena, Belle, and Carrie.

Bo complains that he needs to be at John’s funeral. Hope argues that everyone will understand and that Shawn is there representing them. Bo feels it’s not the same and that he needs to pay respects to John in person. Hope points out that the service has already started. Bo argues that they aren’t that far away and can still make it. Hope believes that John wouldn’t want Bo to leave the hospital until he’s completely ready to. Hope worries that if something happens to Bo, then all of John’s sacrifice will have all been in vain.

Eric returns to the podium and says that his twin sister Sami wanted to be there but announces that she will instead be joining them virtually. Eric adds that you can’t stop Sami from speaking her mind, so she sent him a message to read. Eric reads Sami’s message, saying that for years she told everyone that John ruined her life and tore apart her family until she came to her senses and realized how wrong she was. Sami wrote about the memories and the lessons John taught her so he actually made her life infinitely better. Sami thanked John for loving her and her family while apologizing for being a total nightmare and ended her message that she will always love John and she already misses him. Carrie gets up and hugs Eric as she takes the podium next. Carrie talks about John and Marlena successfully blending their families. Carrie cries about John being like a father to her. Carrie brings up when John and Marlena got remarried in 1999 and how they had each of them bring up a different flower to represent how important they were to the family. Carrie announces they want to recreate that ritual in memory John and as a symbol to Marlena’s enduring love for him.

Bo tells Hope that he would not leave the hospital if there was a chance of endangering his life, insisting he wouldn’t risk their future together but declares that he has to be at the funeral for John. Bo adds that John has always been there for them and he knows Hope wants to be at the service just as much as he does. Bo states that John was like a brother to them, so he asks for the car keys. Hope agrees to get the car but warns that if she sees the slightest hint that it’s too much for him, they are coming right back.

Carrie announces that since Sami couldn’t attend, she gave her blessing for Paul to take her place in the ritual. Marlena flashes back to the 1999 wedding and hears John’s words as Belle goes first with a daisy. Brady goes next with a sunflower. Paul delivers the rose and Eric follows with the snapdragon. Carrie goes last with the orchid to Marlena and John’s words from 1999. Brady stands to acknowledge John’s father, Timothy Robicheaux and talks about what they meant to each other despite finding each other later in life. Brady talks about John’s many skills and jokes about his famous eyebrow as he makes everyone laugh with his impressions. Brady talks about John’s identity being a mystery for a long time and how he was haunted by his past, but when he met Timothy, he exorcised those ghosts and was certain about who he was. Brady calls John the world’s greatest dad and he got to know that all his life. Brady is grateful that John got to experience that for himself briefly as he then takes his seat. They look to Marlena, who then stands up to take the podium. Marlena states that she didn’t plan to speak today and holds back tears as she mentions expressing her feelings to John before he died. Marlena shares the poem “Seasons of Love” as one that meant a lot to her and John. Marlena says she will have their seasons of love in her heart forever. Marlena talks about surviving the obstacles in their life because their love brought them through. Marlena really believes they will survive this now as their love will bring them through. Marlena tearfully says “Goodnight, my love” to the portrait of John. Eric returns to the podium for another prayer but Hope and Bo arrive, surprising everyone. Kayla questions what Bo is doing there. Hope responds that once she told him what happened, there was no stopping him. Hope hugs Marlena and says she’s so sorry as there are no words. Bo apologizes for the interruption but felt he had to be there for Marlena and John. Bo asks if it’s not too late for him to say something. Marlena says she would love that as Bo hugs her.

Bo then takes to the podium and talks about when John first came to them and they didn’t really know who he was. Bo recalls fighting with John until he almost went off a cliff but John saved him. Bo calls John a powerful man but says his true power was his huge heart and compassion no matter what you were going through. Bo holds back tears as he acknowledges that John sacrificed his life for him and gave him time. Bo declares that John didn’t just save his life, but made it possible to save life after life. Bo says John may not be here with them, but his gift of life will go on and on. Bo declares that’s a fact and that he will carry John with him always as he cries for John to rest in peace. Eric stands up and thanks everyone for coming. Eric invites everyone to the Brady Pub to continue the celebration of John’s life. Marlena stands and tells Eric that he did a beautiful job and that John would’ve been proud as they hug. Kayla embraces Bo but worries there was no way he was well enough to leave the hospital as he could really jeopardize his recovery. Bo responds that he would’ve felt much worse if he didn’t get to pay tribute to someone who felt like his brother. Chanel comments that Johnny looked a little distress when Kayla talked about John’s legacy living on through all of them. Johnny says the way he’s behaved lately falls way short, so he thinks John would be disappointed in him. Chanel feels he’s being too hard on himself and encourages him of all the good changes he’s made lately. Kate declares that John will always hold a special place in her heart as he was a true friend. Kate cries that she doesn’t know what they will do without him as Roman hugs her. Marlena flashes back to John bringing her favorite flowers to her at work as she sees the same type of flowers at the funeral and wonders who sent them. Brady comments on John giving his love to Isabella. Belle talks to Shawn about how she was just encouraging him not to give up hope on his dad, because her dad was coming home and Shawn said he thought two miracles was too much to hope for and he was right. Shawn says he’s so sorry as they hug. Hope talks to Bo about her and John having a special bond because of everything Stefano put them through, so they really understood each other. Hope looks at the photos of John and cries that she will miss everything about him, especially his kindness and his stories. Hope says she always looked up to John like a big brother and he’s with the angels now as Bo hugs her. Kayla tells Marlena that she checked with the hospital and the gold coin that was in John’s room isn’t there and seems to have disappeared. Marlena says not to worry about it as the coin was meant to be a sign of hope that John would recover and that hope is gone. Kayla says she’s so sorry as she hugs Marlena.

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