Days of Our Lives Transcript
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[soft music]
Ah.
Oh–oh, my.
[laughs]
Lordy, Lordy, Lordy. You look so beautiful.
Oh, well, you are not bad yourself.
Oh, is that right?
Yes. Mm! You know, I really wanted to break out and go to Jada’s bachelorette party, but I got stuck in the ICU all night. I mean, do you see the bags?
Oh.
What? Bags?
Yes, these bags under my eyes. You know, if I was traveling today, they would make me check them.
Baby, don’t check those bags. They’re beautiful, just like the rest of you. All you have to worry about today is that you don’t upstage the bride. [cell phone ringing] – It’s Rafe.
Ah, see? Told you he didn’t let you down. [cell phone rings]
Hello?
Hey, baby. Sorry I didn’t hit you sooner.
Oh, it didn’t even cross my mind.
Well, I just wanted one last call with my gorgeous fiancée before she becomes my wife.
I was just telling Dr. Evans– I mean my best friend, Marlena– how happy we are.
No, I’m mad at you.
Me? What? Why?
Because you ruined Jada and Rafa’s wedding.
What are you talking about? Look, I have been blamed for many things, but how did I ruin a wedding that hasn’t even happened yet?
Well, it might not ever happen because… last night Rafa cheated on Jada. [ominous music]
I’m so glad you called. You know, when I didn’t hear from you this morning, I started getting a little paranoid. Thought maybe you were getting cold feet.
Cold feet? [scoffs] No way, baby. My feet are so damn hot, you could fry an egg on them. But listen, listen, all right? There is nothing that can stop me from making you my bride today. [dramatic music]
There’s not going to be a wedding, you son of a bitch. It’s been fun, but it’s over now. [soft orchestration]
announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
So how was the bachelor party?
Well, I hope you have some of those, uh, hangover remedies in your bag because I think some of the dudes are gonna need ’em today.
Wow. That good, huh?
Ah, I wouldn’t exactly say “good,” uh, at least not for me.
What? Why?
Well, I found out that, uh, Rafe took a case working for EJ DiMera and decided not to tell me about it.
I thought he and EJ hated each other.
They do, but that obviously didn’t stop Rafe from taking the job.
What sort of case are they working on?
Well, Rafe claims that EJ hired him to track down Sloan Peterson.
What do you mean by “claims”?
Well, a couple of weeks ago, Rafe told Jada that I sent him out of town on a case, which I did not do.
What do you think’s going on?
I don’t know, but I didn’t think last night was the night to get into it with him. But I’ll tell you something– after the honeymoon, Rafe and I are going to have a little tête-à-tête about our working relationship. [dramatic music]
Come on. That’s crazy. Rafe is head over heels in love with Jada. I can’t believe he would cheat on her.
Well, he did, with a complete stranger.
Okay, okay. I’m sure that everyone had a lot to drink. Are you sure you didn’t see him just with a very attractive mannequin?
No, it was with a human being, if you want to call her that. It was with the stripper. No, excuse me, the exotic dancer that you hired for the bachelor party.
No, no. Sally would never do that. She and I go way back. We did this off-Broadway– well, it was an off-off-off-Broadway play together about the rivalry between Joan Crawford and Bette Davis. Obviously, I played Joan, and Sally… Well, frankly, she never got it. She never got it. All of that is to say, Rafe is not her type. Men are not her type.
Okay, well, that Sally must have called in sick, because that skank– her name was Savannah.
Oh, God, no. They sent Savannah? She would sleep with a lamppost. In fact, last year she did sleep–
Leo, I don’t care about the stripper or the lamppost. I care about my cousin, and I care about Jada. I mean, how could he do this to her? I-I don’t understand. This isn’t the Rafa I know… at all.
Yeah, well, you know what I was thinking? I know it’s last-minute, but I was thinking that maybe we could do one of those, uh, you know, photo-booth setups. Yeah, maybe we’ll get one that looks like, uh– you know, it looks like one of those old VW campers or something.
That sounds fun, but Javi did pretty much all the planning, uh, since work has been so crazy these past couple of weeks. I am beyond grateful to him. But I have a feeling that we’re in for a few surprises.
Yeah. Well, uh, what’s a wedding without a few surprises, huh?
And speaking of which, have I got a surprise for you, birthday boy.
Well, I can’t wait to see it.
I love you so much, Rafe.
Right back at you, babe.
[chuckles] See you soon, husband-to-be. [cell phone beeps]
Well?
Well, he sounded upbeat… like he, you know, can’t wait to marry me.
See? I told you– nothing to worry about.
[chuckles] [sighs]
Hello? Where’s Harold? Hello? Buongiorno! Buenos días. Anyone? It’s Rita Lesley! This would have never happened when you were alive, sir. There’d always be someone here to greet a guest. My, how times have changed. [dramatic music]
What the–
You know… [scoffs] Rafe is such a man of his word. He’s trustworthy. I mean, there must be a rational explanation for him to go behind your back.
To take a case working for EJ DiMera? I sure as hell hope so.
Yeah, so do I.
[sighs] Listen, uh, don’t say anything to Jada about this. This is her day. I want it to go off without a hitch.
Absolutely. I will not say a word. Mm.
Right. [soft music] Uh… I sure wish Marcus was here to see his little girl today.
Me too. I would love to see him give her away, wouldn’t you?
But I know that he would be so grateful that you are stepping into his shoes.
He would.
I love you, Steve Johnson.
I love you, too, baby.
Get a room, you two.
[chuckles]
[chuckles]
Javi, I am so sorry. Who’d have thought, right? Like, Rafe is so straight, in every sense of the word.
I know, he is.
Like, he’s the kind of person who would say something like, “Everybody ready to rock and roll?” before leaving a restaurant. Like, I would bet he has the full “Band of Brothers” DVD set. He’s that kind of straight.
[laughs] Yeah, he is. And he pulls out these “Wedding Crasher” quotes from time to time. And then I think to myself, imagine being this into women.
Okay, so do you think that maybe you might have caught my case of “jumping to the wrong conclusion” syndrome? Because it is very contagious, and I was sneezing earlier.
No, no, no. I am sure. I walked in on them in his hotel room. She was wearing nothing but a towel.
Maybe her shower wasn’t working.
Rafa admitted it, Leo. He slept with her! And then he begged me, pleaded with me not to say anything to Jada. How am I supposed to keep this a secret from her?
[voice breaking] Mom, believe me, I would give anything to have you here today. And Dad, too, of course. [sniffles] Yeah, yeah. No, we’ll send you lots of pictures. I promise. Listen, you just focus on getting better, okay?
I love you, too, Mom… so much. Bye. [cell phone beeps] Ah, I can’t cry anymore. Thank you.
Yeah. How’s your mom?
Uh… she’s okay. She has a really bad flu– like, shivers, 104 fever. But I’m just–I’m really glad that she didn’t try to fly out tonight, even though I really– I really wish she’d be here.
I know.
Yeah. [sniffles] [sighs] You know, she wasn’t at my, uh, first wedding either, obviously, since me and Bobby eloped. But, you know, I-I-I didn’t get at all emotional… actually. That should have been the first clue that something was off… more than off, given that I thought the man I was marrying was someone completely different altogether. – Commissioner Hernandez– I mean, former Commissioner Hernandez.
Yeah, who are you?
What in the world? I’m Rita Lesley, executive assistant at DiMera Enterprises.
Okay, do you have a phone? I need to call the police.
The police? Why? What’s going on? And what were you doing coming out of the walls?
EJ, EJ DiMera– he’s been holding me hostage.
What? Why would Mr. DiMera do that?
This guy Arnold Feniger– he has been posing as me.
Posing as you?
Yes. Yes. And my fiancée, she is about to get married right now, today. I need to stop this.
Oh, well, my goodness, of course. I-I have a phone in here somewhere. [dramatic music]
[exhales deeply]
[cell phone ringing]
[line trilling]
Come on, come on, come on. [line beeps] EJ, hey, it’s Arnold. Listen, man, I need to hear from you to get my final marching orders. I thought I was going to hear from you, like, um… yeah, like, an hour ago, man. Yeah. Call me. [cell phone beeps] [knock at door] Hmm, must be him. About time, EJ–
Hairspray, pepper spray– dangerous world out there– movie ticket… [chuckles] Oh, a coupon! Oh, dear, expired.
Please, can you hurry? I think I’m about to pass out.
You know what they say. Patience is a– Aha! Got it.
What is that? That’s not a phone.
No, it’s not. It’s a Taser. [Taser clicking]
[groaning, screams]
I’m sorry. We didn’t know you were there.
Oh, I jest, you two. I am all for PDAs for people in love, like you two.
[giggles] Well, speaking of people in love, where’s Abe?
Oh, well, he and Kate– they got stuck at the office. Oh, and, you know, they fell behind in taping because of Bonnie’s hapless fall down that elevator shaft. Oh, and God forbid that you fall behind in production.
Right. Right. I’m just so glad I didn’t have to tape today.
Oh, yes. I heard about that new role of yours, Kassandra. [laughs] Congratulations.
Ah, thank you, but I am just filling in.
Oh, still, still, Abe is, oh, so grateful that you agreed to step in while Bonnie’s convalescing.
Well, he’s a very hard person to say no to.
Oh, don’t I know it. You know that man almost got me to go skydiving with him once, until I got a hold of some video online. I watched it. I said, oh, hell, no.
Yeah, yeah, no skydiving for me either, absolutely.
Well, since you’re flying solo tonight, Paulina, why don’t you sit with us?
Oh, that’s mighty kind of you, but I’ll be standing. I’m the officiant.
Oh.
Oh, right. We should have realized.
Mm-hmm. All these directions from Mr. Javier Hernandez– micromanaging wedding planner. Oh! Hoo! Say this. Oh, don’t say that. Stand here. Stand there. Yeah, right there, right there. [laughter] Oh, and shoulders up– posture, posture, posture. Posture is very important, Mayor Price. Oh, you’d think that man was trying to get his own reality show. Oh, but you know what? Rafe and Jada– they are going to get hitched without a single hitch. [soft music]
How are you supposed to keep this secret from her? Well, you could just never, ever, ever tell her. I’ve done that a lot in my life, and, yes, it causes crippling anxiety and nightmares, but it beats having to see the deeply sorrowful and/or hopping-mad expression on somebody’s face.
Okay, maybe you don’t want to live that way. So does this mean you are going to tell Jada about what you saw?
Like, how can I? Rafa gave me this whole bro-code speech and then proceeded to lay this huge guilt trip on me. So… I agreed to keep quiet.
But what? Now you’re not so sure?
I mean, don’t you think Jada has a right to know? She’s about to marry this man. She’s wearing my mom’s engagement ring. Mami would be turning in her grave if she knew what Rafa had done. On the other hand…
On the other hand, what?
Family was everything to her. Rafa’s my flesh and blood. I-I planned the wedding, the whole thing. A-and so, what, I’m just going to destroy it? How can I do that?
Jada? Is everything okay in there?
Yeah, I’ll be right out.
Oh, my God. You are stunning.
Thank you. You know, it’s not really my usual style.
Oh, who’s ever style it is, honey, you are… stunning.
[chuckles]
Oh, my God, Jada, you are every bit the queen that you are in this dress. Believe me–Rafe is not even going to know what hit him. [ominous music]
Rita? Whoa.
Mr. DiMera.
What on earth happened here?
Let me just start by saying that I’ve just come from the police station, and I’ve brought with me that information you requested on Jada Hunter.
That’s great, but what the hell happened here?
Well, I was looking for you, and Mr. Hernandez came staggering out of that door. He told me you had kidnapped him, were holding him prisoner in the basement. Then he asked me for my phone so he could call the police.
And after that, he just collapsed?
Oh, no, I Tasered him.
You Tasered him? What, you just carry around a Taser with you?
In my line of work, it pays to be covered for all eventualities.
[sighs] Okay, so, if I’m understanding correctly, you took it upon yourself to–
Stop him from blabbing to the whole world about your latest criminal exploit? Yes. I did it out of loyalty to you, to this family… Especially now that you’re no longer in a position to make those charges– poof–vanish.
Thank you, Rita. Believe me, your loyalty is very much appreciated. I’m in your debt.
Yes, you are. And to secure my silence, I do hope that this will be reflected in my yearly bonus.
Of course.
And now I’m going to need you to tell me exactly what you’re up to.
[sighs]
Gabi.
In the flesh. Why did you think it was EJ?
Uh, well, ’cause he hired me…
Ah.
To, uh–to do some work for him, and then the son of a bitch stiffed me on the bill.
[scoffs]
Yeah. And, uh–and I told him, I said, hey, uh, EJ… [chuckles] I need this money so that I can pay the caterers today. And, uh, well, I thought he was coming, but it looks like he’s a deadbeat.
That tracks, the cheap bastard.
Yeah.
But, Rafe, if you needed money, you should have asked me.
Ah.
Come on, you’re my brother. And you know getting involved with EJ, it never leads anywhere good. That man is a slimy, malignant narcissist.
I know. I know. No, no, trust me–I hate the guy as much as you do. I mean, if he were drowning, I’d throw him a bowling ball.
Hmm.
But, um… yeah, you know, the money is green.
It doesn’t matter what color his money is if it stays in his pocket. Listen to me. EJ has the moral scruples of a tin-pot dictator.
Oh.
Any time I’ve ever done any kind of business with him, I get burned, badly. Promise me– promise me you’re not going to let that happen to you. [dramatic music]
Rita, I am beyond grateful for your loyalty–
Enough with the gratitude. Start talking.
Fine. Fine. I’ll tell you everything. But, first, do you mind giving me a hand here?
Oh, no, not with my back problems. I did the Tasering. You do the lifting.
[sighs] Fine. Not again.
If I’m being honest, I am somewhat surprised that Rafe would have me officiate today. I mean, it’s not as if he and I have exactly been BFFs as of late, since I relieved him of his official duties.
Well, maybe he’s trying to mend fences.
Oh, maybe. Ooh, it’s chilly out here. You know, if I was planning a January wedding… [scoffs] Everyone would fly their asses to Turks and Caicos.
Oh, that would be lovely.
Ooh, still, I know they’re going to have heaters around, but I doubt they can keep up with this cold. What do you think Javi would think if I put my puffer coat on over this dress?
If you ask me, I think the only opinions that matter today are the bride and groom’s.
Oh, definitely, and, you know, Jada and Rafe seem to be pretty low-key about all these things.
Mm.
I think all they care about today is that at the end of the ceremony, they will be married and be husband and wife. [soft music]
Okay.
Okay.
I’m ready. You’re ready. Let’s do this.
Wait. Before we go…
What’s that?
Talia wanted me to give this to you.
Oh.
She would have given it to you herself, of course, if she wasn’t already building homes in Ecuador.
My noble sis.
Mm-hmm.
Oh, wow. This is the necklace that Daddy got her when she was a little girl. She never took this off. She always wanted him close to her heart. Wow, I can’t believe she sent this to me.
She did.
Can I put it on for you?
Yes, please.
I’m just so sorry that your family couldn’t be here today.
Yeah, well, they are. They’re right here. And I have an adopted family– the Johnsons. Not to mention I am gaining a whole new family. Or should I say familia? [both chuckle] [sighs] Yeah. So… am I good?
Ah, you are more than good.
[gasps] One more thing.
What?
Mm-hmm. All right.
W-what is–
This is a sixpence for your shoe… for luck. Mm-hmm.
Not that you’ll need it. I have a hunch that you and Rafe are going to live happily ever after… no luck necessary.
[chuckles]
Oh, don’t worry, sis. I know how to handle EJ.
Yeah, I thought I knew how to handle him, too, but, um… Oh! I almost forgot.
Hmm. – Feliz cumpleaños to my big brother.
[chuckles] Wow. You brought me a present.
Actually, it’s not from me. It came to the house this morning– special delivery from Eli and Lani.
Oh, Eli and Lani, huh?
Yeah, it’s a little bubbly for your wedding night. Figured you’d want to chill it.
Ooh. Oh, thank you. Yeah, can never have too much bubbly, huh?
Oh, yeah, that’s for sure. So you ready to go? I, uh, thought we could drive together.
Come on, what, y-you don’t have, like, a hot date or something?
Well, I did. JJ was supposed to be my plus-one, but he got called into court at the last minute. He and Shawn have to testify for some major case. It’s one of Belle’s.
Oh, well, that’s too bad.
Yeah.
Well, you know, maybe, uh– maybe Jada will throw you the bouquet or something.
[laughs sarcastically] Maybe.
Yeah.
Rafe…
I just want to say that… from the bottom of my heart, I am so happy that you and Jada found each other.
Oh.
You’re such a great brother and a great guy, and you deserve all the happiness in the world. I love you so much.
Oh. Mm. [chuckles]
Uh, Rafe, you’re cutting off my air supply.
Oh, sorry. I-I…
[chuckles]
I just, um… I love you, too. Yeah. All right, so, uh, we should get going.
Yeah.
Yeah. Let’s do this. Right? [door opens]
Leo, seriously, what do you think I should do?
You’re asking for my advice?
Yeah, I am.
Wow, I’m flattered… also a little thrown off. People rarely ask for my input when it comes to moral decisions. But okay, uh, before you came to Salem, I was privy to a doozy of a secret. And I’m not talking about the kind of secret like, oh, somebody stole prescription drugs from the medicine cabinet at a gender-reveal party. This was a secretsecret. And it caused me so much guilt, so much angst, and if I had to do it over again, I would never.
So you’re saying I should tell Jada?
That’s what I’m saying, 100%. Although… I don’t know what it’s like to come from a loving family with siblings and cousins and a mother who would call a babysitter instead of giving you a Little League bat, saying, if you see the doorknob jiggling, run.
My God, Leo.
Oh, no, no, no, no, no. I’m not telling you any of that to make you feel bad for me. It’s just to say that if I had had that, I might feel a sense of affection and therefore obligation to the family member with the secret. I mean, you live with Rafe.
Yeah, I do.
And I would hate for him to shoot the messenger. I mean, he’s not going to actually shoot you, but he might yell at you a bunch, throw you out on the street, and then I would be happy to pick up the pieces. But on the other hand…
“On the other hand”? Leo, you’re not helping me at all!
Rita, could you help me with this knot, please?
God knows you were never a Boy Scout, Elvis Junior. I suppose that’s why the ex-commish escaped in the first place. [grunts] Constrictor knot– nearly impossible to slip. Take note in case you are planning a future hostage situation… which I fervently hope you are not.
Thank you, Rita– I knew I could count on you, even if Kristen is your current employer of record.
I’m loyal to all the DiMeras. Besides, you never know when the next palace coup might happen. Oh, you’re CEO, then she’s CEO, and on and on and on. I will note that it would have helped had you told me the entire story from the beginning.
It was on a need-to-know basis. I was protecting you.
Of course, you were. So, just to get some clarity– if right now Ms. Hunter is on her way to the altar with Rafe, I assume Mr. Feniger has something to do with this plan of yours?
You would assume correctly.
[chuckles] But I thought he was paid off ages ago– you know, when you and your father faked his death.
He was paid off, but he recently resurfaced. Apparently, his tiki bar in Argentina wasn’t doing so well.
[scoffs] If I recall correctly, the last time he stood in for Rafe Hernandez, the situation went very far south very quickly.
[sighs] Believe me, Rita, I had no intention for this particular history to repeat itself. But Rafe happened to stumble upon Arnold, and he foolishly blurted out everything, so I had no choice but to put Rafe on ice.
How long has he been down here?
Just a few weeks, but I only recently realized I could use the situation to my advantage.
Do I want to ask?
Well… I was ousted from my DA position by his fiancée.
Oh, and let me guess… you’re going to use this information to return the favor.
[elegant music playing]
Uh, who invited you?
[scoffs] Nice to see you, too, Mayor. Uh, and to answer your question, my boyfriend did. He convinced me I needed a day off.
“Boyfriend”?
That’s right. I would like you to meet Javier Hernandez. Javi, this is our… esteemed mayor, Paulina Price.
Oh, yeah, I already know Javi. We’ve met. Wedding planner extraordinaire.
It’s good to see you again, Mayor. I love the dress.
Why, thank you.
Oh, uh, sorry. And this is Steve and Kayla Johnson.
Actually, I met Javi at the bachelor party.
Right.
Well, I haven’t met you. Kayla Johnson. Pleasure to meet you.
Same here. Uh, would you excuse me? I have to, uh, check on the fireworks. [chuckles]
Fireworks? * *
Have you decided what to do?
No, I haven’t… not yet. * *
Well, that is, I suppose, a novel way to exploit this information, though will it allow you to accomplish your goals? That remains–
To be seen. I know. Listen, Rita, the clock is ticking, and I’ve already wasted valuable time dealing with this distraction. [Rafe groans] I’m sure he’ll have plenty of questions when he comes to. Do you mind keeping an eye on him while I attend to business?
I assume that question is rhetorical?
Thank you. I owe you one.
You owe me more than one. [dramatic music]
[elegant music playing] * *
Your window of opportunity to do something about this situation is dwindling rapidly.
Leo, I know. I just need a little more time to think, please.
Javi, this garden– it’s amazing. You really outdid yourself, primo.
Well, well, well… look who it is. My handsome cousin Javi. You know this day would not have been possible without you, right? Right? * *
Oh, baby, hello. You look beautiful.
Wow. Back at you, Mom. Oh.
Thank you, gorgeous.
Wow. Hi, Dad.
Hi, baby.
Hi.
Oh.
So tell us, how’s the bride?
Oh, she’s good. She obviously didn’t want Rafe to see her until she walks down the aisle.
Right. [chuckles]
And, Dad, it means the world to her that you’re stepping in for her dad today.
Well, it means the world to me that she asked. It’s a privilege.
Yeah. Well, I think we need to sit down.
Okay. * *
When Marcus and I were growing up in the orphanage… the only family we had was each other. So… when he made a family with your mom, your sister, and you… it was everything he ever dreamed of. And I want to tell you… he was so proud of you, Jada.
[sighs] I hope so.
Yeah. And I wish you all the happiness he had in his marriage… and all the happiness I have in mine. You know, when you find the right person… and you make a family with them… there’s nothing better in the whole world. [Wagner’s “Bridal March” playing] Okay. I think we’re on. * * Take good care of her, you hear?
Oh, I will. I will. * *
Dearly beloved… we are gathered here to join Rafael Alejandro Hernandez and Jada Louise Hunter in holy matrimony. The contract of marriage is a solemn one… not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously… and with a deep realization of its obligation and commitments. Now, if anyone here… can show just cause as to why this couple should not be lawfully joined together… let him speak now or forever hold his peace.
I have something to say. [dramatic music]
What is going on here?
Leo, what the hell are you doing?
Well, remember when I said Rafe might shoot the messenger? Let me take the hit.
Leo, these– your interrupting behavior is becoming a bad habit! First at Jude’s christening, now at this wedding!
I know, but this is important.
Oh, for God’s sake.
Commissioner Hunter, I know we don’t really know each other. Well, there was the whole Dimitri fiasco, of course. But there is something I need to tell you.
Okay, what is it?
It’s nothing. Nothing.
Are you sure you don’t want me to–
Thank you for trying to protect me, but this is my secret to tell. Ladies and gentlemen, I have something to say. [dramatic music]
[weakly] You…
I thought you were going to help me.
Well, I didn’t, did I? Oh, and don’t waste your energy trying to slip out of those bonds again. It won’t work this time around.
I should have known. Just a… DiMera stooge… a pawn.
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’d be a shame if you didn’t get any.
I should have known.
I should have known.
Everything’s in place, Feniger. The rest is up to you. Don’t screw this up. [exhales deeply]
Javi… my dear cousin, I am sure whatever wedding surprise you have in store, it can wait. [cell phone beeps] I swore I turned this damn thing off.
Oh… my God.
Rafe, what is it? Is everything okay?
Whatever it is that you have to say is gonna have to wait, because I’ve got something to say now.
Rafe, you’re scaring me. What is going on?
I’m sorry… but I can’t marry you.
[people murmuring]
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