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Days of Our Lives Transcript

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So, Jennifer, you were telling me about this time capsule you were able to open?

Well, thanks to Ciara. [laughter]

And just wait till you see this diamond necklace that’s been hiding away for over 60 years.

Yep. Belonged to Grandma Alice.

Um, I could have sworn that Grandma Julie put it back in here.

She did. I saw her put it in there right before we left for the service.

Yeah, well, it’s not in here. Where could it have gone?

[tense music]

Well, it better turn up soon. I mean, that necklace was priceless.

I mean, not for the– just for the diamonds, but the great sentimental value.

I don’t get it. I mean, if you’re saying that somebody broke into the house and stole it, I mean, I think we would have noticed that.

Well, maybe not.

What? What do you mean?

Well, just saying, maybe whoever took it, maybe they didn’t need to break in.

Oh, Grandma. Who knew the treasure you were hiding in that house? The old me would have been tempted mightily by that diamond necklace. But I’m a changed man.

And to quote the magnificent Dolly Parton, whom I do unabashedly worship, don’t like the road you’re strolling down, start paving another one.

[playful music]

Shawn.

I know. I should have called first. Is it OK that I stopped by?

Of course.

I mean, we didn’t really get much of a chance to talk at my grandfather’s memorial.

Yeah, no, we didn’t. Come in, please.

You seemed a little surprised to see me when you opened the door.

Well– [laughs] Probably not as surprised as you were to see me at your grandfather’s memorial. I know you said I didn’t need to come, but Claire got sick and couldn’t make it. And, well, I wanted you to feel supported by your family. But if I overstepped, I–

No, no, no. You didn’t. I’m glad you came.

[soft music]

Oh, my love.

My darling.

All I ever wanted was to be your wife.

What do I do now?

[crying] [rustling] Hello? Someone there?

Sorry to disturb you.

Who are you?

I’m Doug Williams.

[tense music]

Doug Williams?

That’s right.

No. No, no, no. Doug Williams is deceased.

I know that. But as you can see, I’m very much alive.

[dramatic music]

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

I don’t know what your story is, but this is Doug Williams’ grave. I am his wife, and he was my beloved husband.

Oh, I know all that. I also know that you two were crazy about each other since he got out of jail and came to Salem. And for me, that day was today.

[soft music]

What is all this?

I got out of jail today myself, just in time to come to Salem, to see you.

That doesn’t make any sense, Lucas. If somebody didn’t have to break in, we would have seen them steal it, right?

Well, I mean, not necessarily. It’s not like we were all in close proximity to the necklace at every moment.

Well, that’s true. Oh, maybe Julie just put it somewhere for safekeeping.

I don’t know. I think she put it back in the box right next to the deed.

Yeah, she did. And we were all here when she found it. It was after she went upstairs to get dressed before the funeral.

Yeah, with Steven.

[dramatic music]

Forgive me for eavesdropping on your private conversation with a plaque, but I must confess, I used to make my living overhearing things I wasn’t meant to hear, and then writing about them in my very popular gossip column. But rest assured, those days are behind me. Whatever it is you said to– Grandma and Grandpa, was it– goes no further than the Horton Town Square.

That’s good to hear. And who are you?

Leo Stark. And you are?

I’m Steven Olson.

Nice to meet you, Steven.

And I will confess that I could really use one of those right about now.

Well, it’s still Happy Hour if you care to join me. Two for one.

Sure. Why not?

Thank you.

It was a beautiful ceremony for your grandfather.

Yeah. Yeah, it was.

So many people came to pay their respects from far and wide. [laughs]

Belle, thank you. Thank you for coming all this way.

Of course. I wanted to be there for you and show my support. And you know how much I love your grandfather and Julie.

Yeah, well, uh, my grandfather, he thought the world of you.

[soft music] As does Julie.

And, um, since you and I are finally in the same place at the same time, I think that, um– I think we need to talk about our marriage.

Yeah, my mom was actually asking how you were, how we were doing.

And what did you tell her?

Uh, just that we hadn’t seen each other in a while until today, that we’d spoken briefly on the phone. That it’s been a strange year.

Yeah. Yeah. I mean, it has. You know, with my going to rehab and focusing– focusing on my recovery, I mean, I think it’s obvious that I haven’t had much time or energy to, uh– you know, to work on us. You know, and our relationship.

Well, I am just so glad that you are getting the help you needed. And listen, I totally understood that you were under a tremendous amount of stress keeping up with your sobriety and worrying about your dad and trying to take care of your mom while she takes care of him. And, Shawn, that’s why I just thought it would be helpful to give you your space. That’s why I went to stay with Claire, and that’s why I went to Hong Kong to do all this consulting work for DiMera. It was just to give you space.

Listen, I know. I know that’s why.

But, yes, all this time apart and– and the space between us has obviously prevented us from confronting our issues. So I do think that what we need to do now is–

Is make a decision.

[soft music]

So since you’re obviously a part of the Horton clan, given that those two legends are your grandparents, I assume you’re in Salem for Doug Williams’ funeral.

I am. I’m here for my sister, Julie.

Oh. Your sister is an absolutely lovely woman. Not very fond of me, but I have put my foot in it in her presence a few too many times, so I get it. And she’s in good company since most people in Salem don’t think very highly of me.

I’m sorry to hear that, Leo.

It’s fine. In fact, if people did start to like me, I think I would feel all sorts of pressure to live up to their high opinions, which would then cause terrible anxiety for me because I have very low self-esteem and a tendency to self-sabotage, according to my therapist.

Right. Well, I’m sorry to hear that too. But even in the little time I’ve known you, I’ve found you to be very personable and charming. And I’m impressed by your self-awareness.

[laughs] Well, thank you, Steven. I find you to be very personable and charming as well, and I already consider you a friend because I’m a little desperate in that regard, so I hope that’s OK.

That is definitely OK. And hey, I’m a little desperate in that regard too, so it’s good to have a new friend.

Especially in this town. Slim pickings. [laughs] So how long has it been since you stepped foot in our lovely burg?

Oh, it’s been many a moon.

And what caused you to abandon such a culturally rich city with fantastic weather except for when it’s windy and freezing, which is only about 0 months out of the year?

My leaving had nothing to do with the weather, good or bad. I actually had to leave Salem.

Ooh, the plot thickens. The former gossip columnist and congenitally nosy me would love to know why, if you don’t mind sharing.

Sure, I’ll share. I see that you’re not– you’re not the judgmental type.

Oh, no, not at all. Although I’m quite good at distinguishing between very menschy, interesting people such as yourself and swinish and/or very boring people, such as those who shall remain nameless for the time being. But unless you told me you were the reincarnation of Ivan the Terrible, who, as a child used, to take small animals and throw them off of tall buildings, I assure you, I would not judge.

I’m glad to hear that. And in that case, I– [sighs] I ended up having to abandon this culturally rich city because I was involved in some fairly shady dealings. I did a lot of things I shouldn’t have.

Such as?

Well, one of my petty crimes was skimming tips when I worked at my sister and brother-in-law’s coffee shop. But then later, my sister opened an antique shop, and I used to store questionable merchandise there, which resulted in her inadvertently selling canes that were, um, filled with cocaine.

[laughs] Canes filled with cocaine?

Yes.

So they were coke-canes?

Ah.

[laughs]

Very clever. Very clever.

Thank you.

And I might as well tell you, since I find it, well, rather cleansing to open up about my past mistakes, I was also involved in the fencing of stolen jewels.

I see. Well, under the heading of it being cleansing to open up about past mistakes, I, too, have dabbled in jewel theft. I once helped myself to a dead woman’s jewelry, which at the time I didn’t feel all that guilty about because what is a ghost going to do with a bracelet, right? And then there was this emerald–

Well, in my case, it was diamonds. You see, this woman named Trish Clayton lifted them from a drug smuggler by the name of Durand, and I found myself caught in the middle.

Oh, I hate when that happens.

[laughs] But I’m not proud of any of it. In fact, I’m deeply ashamed of the man I was at that time, how I lived my life. But I’ve put all of that sordid behavior behind me. My life of crime is a thing of the past.

You don’t actually think Uncle Steven took the necklace, do you?

Well, it wouldn’t be much of a shock if he did. [sighs] When Steven left town all those years ago, it was because he was mixed up with stolen diamonds.

What? You’re kidding me, right?

No, I wish I were. Check with Julie. She’ll fill you in.

[sighs] But still, I can’t imagine that Steven would commit a crime against his own sister after she just lost her husband.

Well, you know, I can imagine after what Aunt Marie just told us about him. Yeah, I think we should find that joker and question him or something.

OK. Well, I’ll go with you.

You will?

Yeah, just where– where would we even find him?

Well, he did say he was going to go see Grandma and Grandpa’s plaque.

Yeah?

Yeah.

All right, we’ll start there.

All right.

Thanks.

[tense music]

Well, this is shaping up to be quite the family reunion.

Yeah, that it is.

You just got out of jail, came to Salem to see me.

That’s right.

Next, you’re going to tell me that your cell mate was Bill Horton?

His last name wasn’t Horton, but his name was Bill.

And your name is Doug Williams.

It is, yeah. Well, not exactly.

You woke up this morning and just decided you were going to take my late husband’s name?

No, I– I just meant that it wasn’t the name that I was born with. I changed it. I was born Douglas LeClair. I was named after my father.

[soft music]

You’re Douglas LeClaire’s son?

Yes. Well, his dad. My grandpa, Robert, he actually changed his name to Charles when he was just a baby, but he was originally Douglas when he was born, though they used to call him Dougie. Anyway, he told me the story of his life, how Robert wasn’t his biological father, that he was conceived through artificial insemination. His birth mother, having been a woman named Rebecca North, and his real father was–

Doug. My Doug.

Yeah. Which makes me–

Doug’s grandson.

His grandson.

Oh! [gasps]

I just think that Lucas may be jumping to conclusions. I know that Steven made some bad choices in his past, but–

Oh, honey, it was more than just bad choices. Steven has a history with stolen diamonds, and I’m afraid history is beginning to repeat itself.

[tense music]

Yeah, it looks like it’s time for another round.

Oh, you don’t have to twist my arm.

Hey, what do you say we switch it up? This caipirinha sounds good.

No. No, no, no. You don’t want that one.

No? Do they not know how to make a good one here?

Oh, it’s not that. It’s just that particular cocktail reminds me of this man that I was seeing for about two seconds before it all went south.

Ah. And this man broke your heart.

Well, it was more that I insulted him, and then he broke my heart by not forgiving me. But I kind of understand because I accused him of doing something he most likely didn’t do.

I hate when that happens.

OK, Steven, where the hell are the diamonds, huh?

[dramatic music]

Last year, we started having problems because of your guilt over your dad and you blaming yourself over him being in a coma.

Actually, there’s– there’s a little bit of news on that front. After my mom heard about my Grandpa Doug, she went to go visit my dad in the hospital, and, um, he squeezed her hand.

What? Oh my God. Shawn, that’s amazing. So do the doctors think this means he’s waking up?

They– they said they don’t know. They’re not sure. But my mom is very hopeful. It’s the reason why she didn’t come to my grandpa’s funeral. She wanted to make sure that she was right there by his side.

That is totally understandable. Oh my God. Shawn, I pray this means your dad is finally waking up. And if he does, does this mean that you’ll finally be able to let go of all that guilt?

[soft music]

Look, if my father is waking up, and we do get some sort of a miracle that brings him back to us, I mean, there’s no telling what kind of condition that he’s going to be in. And, listen, we don’t even know if he’s going to fully recover.

So you’ll still find a way to hold onto all that guilt.

Listen, I’m working on that in therapy. All right, I’m trying to come to grips with what happened and just accept the fact that, yeah, yeah, I made a mistake. I made a terrible mistake, but– but I can’t keep beating myself up over it.

Of course not.

And therapy, it, um–

[soft music] Therapy also taught me that I’ve changed.

In what way? What do you mean?

I mean that if I can’t get past this guilt–

I just– I don’t think that I’m ever going to be able to be the man that I was, like the man that you fell in love with. So– so what I’m saying is that–

I’m saying that I think that maybe– maybe it’s time that we end our marriage.

Diamonds? What diamonds? What are you talking about?

Don’t even start with that. I’m talking about my grandmother’s necklace from the time capsule, the one that’s now missing.

And you think I stole it?

We don’t know what to think, but you were there when we found it, and now it’s gone.

And so you jump to the conclusion that I just, what? Stuffed it into my pocket while no one was noticing and ran off with it?

You know, we jumped to that conclusion because we know your history. Aunt Marie told us all about your track record with diamonds. And now you’re here, what? With this guy? Give me a break.

This guy? The name is Leo.

Is he helping you? Huh? Is he helping you fence it? Is that what he’s doing?

I have no idea what you’re talking about.

Drop the innocent act. You know your pal here? Your pal, your pal stole your– your cousin Abigail’s jewelry, and then he tried to get her murderer to sell it for him.

That was a coincidence. I had nothing to do with Abigail’s murder, and I didn’t even know the two of you were related. My God, is everyone in this town cousins?

I don’t even know this guy. He invited me to sit down for a drink because they’re having two for one, OK?

Enough, OK? Enough! We know that you have the necklace. So just save us all a bunch of time and be a man and admit it.

[dramatic music]

I know Steven got into a lot of trouble way back when he lived in Salem, but that was a long time ago. Julie said he’s a changed man.

Oh, honey, Julie has always tried to believe the best about her brother, and I don’t blame her. But it’s my experience that a leopard doesn’t change its spots.

Yeah. Well, if that’s the case, then I really hate to think how heartbroken Julie’s going to be when she finds out the truth.

[soft music]

[gasps] I can’t believe it. You’re Doug’s grandson, and you’re here.

I wanted to pay my respects to my grandfather. Like I said, I just recently found out about him. But I’m sorry that I didn’t get the chance to meet him.

Oh, so am I. So am I.

But I’m glad to meet you, Ms. Williams.

[laughs] I think under the circumstances, you may call me Julie.

Julie. OK.

And you just got out of– jail?

I’m afraid that, uh, I got in some trouble on the way to Salem. But I managed to make my way here.

Well, bless you for making your way here.

Are you tired after all that travel?

[laughs] I’m pretty beat up. I could use a little time to rest. Do you know of any cheap hotels around?

Cheap hotels? [laughs] No. No. You’re family. You’re my family. You’re coming home with me.

OK. Thank you.

Did Ciara and Lucas manage to find Steven?

Uh, no, because neither one of them is answering their phones. I don’t know. Julie. You’re back!

I am.

Hi.

Hi.

And you brought a friend.

Oh, Jennifer, Aunt Marie, this is more than just a friend. Meet Doug Williams.

Julie, I know today has been a very rough day for you.

Oh, Marie. Aunt Marie, no, no. I understand. This is not my Doug. No. This is Doug’s grandson.

Grandson?

But how?

He is the son of Douglas LeClaire. You remember. Little Dougie!

Oh, of course I do. But Robert changed his name to Charles. This is before your time.

You know, I have heard this story, actually. So it is so nice that you’re here after all this time.

Yes, he came back to pay respects to his grandfather, and he’s going to stay with us a while. Isn’t this a miracle? It’s the second one today. First, it was Ciara opening that time capsule.

Time capsule?

Yes. Yes. My grandmother, Alice Horton, put together a time– dear, this was decades before you were even born. She put together a time capsule full of wonderful, wonderful things. We just found it recently. Uh, where is it? I want to show him all the family treasures.

We just– we just– we put it away for now for safekeeping.

[soft music]

I’m not admitting to stealing anything. You got that? First of all, I didn’t take the damn necklace. And second, it belonged to my grandmother. I have as much right to it as any of you, if not more.

You want to tell your sister that, or Aunt Marie? Cough it up, Steven. Come on. Let’s have it.

I’m leaving.

Oh, you’re leaving. Well, you know what? Let’s search him. Obviously, he took the necklace. Come on.

No, here’s what’s obvious. You’re an idiot if you think you can get away with assaulting me in a public place. Leo, I’m really sorry that that guy broke your heart. Hey, but if you’re interested in getting back out there, my son happens to be gay. His name is Spencer Olson, and he’s very personable and charming as well. So, uh, look him up.

[tense music]

You know, even though I’ve had that same thought, just hearing you say that out loud was–

I’m sorry.

[soft music] Look, Belle, you are– you’re a great person. And you– you are the best person that I know. I don’t– I just– I don’t deserve you.

That is not true, Shawn.

But that’s how I feel.

Look, Belle, so much has happened. I mean, after my dad went into his coma– there’s– there’s Talia. And then– then everything that happened before this. It’s– with Jan and– and EJ.

For a better part of the past year, you and I have been apart, and I’m not– I’m not talking about just physically.

And the closeness that you and I once shared… and the trust, Belle, the trust that we once had…

We haven’t had that in so long.

And you don’t think that we can get that back?

I mean, do you?

I know that I still love you.

And I still love you too.

And we will always be connected through Claire.

So I’m saying I just– I think that it’s time that maybe we just let go.

Well, uh, I guess there’s no reason to make this any harder than it needs to be. I can draw up some simple divorce papers and send them over for you. But you should have a lawyer look at them.

Yeah. I will. I, uh– I should– I should probably get going.

And you’ll let me know about your dad?

Yeah. Yeah, of course I will.

OK. Shawn?

[soft music] You take care of yourself, OK?

I will.

And you need to get settled in. I’ll just go make up the guest room.

I’ll help you with that.

Oh, no need. No need. I’m an expert at housekeeping. [laughs]

Julie, unfortunately, I have a plane to catch. I can’t stay.

So soon?

Yeah.

Oh.

It was wonderful to see you, dear.

Oh, wonderful having you here. You must do it again, please.

I promise. I promise.

And we’ll text and we’ll do those video chats so people can keep connected to each other.

Thank you, honey.

Safe flight. I love you.

Thank you, dear.

I’ll be right back.

All right. So there was really a time capsule hidden in this house? That’s something you don’t hear every day.

No, uh, definitely not. And we– we would show it to you, but–

There was a very valuable necklace in it, and unfortunately, it’s gone missing.

Oh, no.

And we cannot tell Julie because she would be so upset. I mean, that necklace belonged to her grandmother. It was– it was given to her by Julie’s mother. And if she finds out that it’s gone–

We’re hoping to get it back before she misses it.

Did Steven say anything at all to you about the necklace?

Would you give it a rest? I don’t know anything about any necklace. And did it occur to either of you that that man might be innocent? I mean, poor guy shows up to support his sister, and you’re treating him like he’s a common criminal.

Well, why does it matter to you? According to him, you just met him.

We had an instant connection because he is, as I told him, a very menschy and charming guy. Not to mention–

Ah.

–I know what it’s like to be accused of a crime you didn’t commit. Or have you both forgotten that there was a time everybody was so sure that I stabbed Sonny Kiriakis and murdered Abigail? Well, I was innocent of both crimes I was falsely accused of. Maybe Steven is too. Besides, as if the two of you have any business judging anybody.

[scoffs] And what is that supposed to mean?

You’re kidding, right? You kidnapped your own wife. You are married to a convicted serial killer. So if I were you, I would consider putting that glass house on the market before you throw any stones.

[scoffs]

[tense music]

Again with the window? Can’t you come through a door?

[sighs] I didn’t want to make a big scene, but it’s time for me to leave again.

Oh, no, no. You’re not leaving this time. I have had the most wonderful surprise, the most wonderful story to tell–

Why don’t you save it for next time?

You’re really going now? You’re really determined to go now?

I have to go, yes. Much as I’ve loved being with you, sis, still as kind and sweet and beautiful as ever.

Oh, flattery. Flattery. Thanks. You’re abandoning me again.

Don’t look at it like that. I’ll be back.

When? Another 50 years?

Much sooner than that, I promise. And I want to say again how sorry I am about Doug. A great man.

Yes, he was. And to tell you the truth, he always wanted to know how Steven’s doing.

Well, now you know.

[soft music]

I know you went to India. I know you went to an ashram and had an epiphany and became a changed man.

A work in progress, anyway.

Aren’t we all?

I love you, Jules. You take good care of your precious self.

I’ll try. I love you so. So I guess godspeed.

And, sis, don’t believe everything you hear about me.

What do you mean?

I’ll be in touch.

[soft music]

You know, I’d better call a cab or I’m going to miss my plane.

You are not taking a cab. I will take you to the airport, and we’ll get more time together.

You’re kidding. Thank you!

You’re welcome.

Well, goodbye, Doug. Nice to meet you.

It was nice to meet you, Marie.

Aunt Marie to you.

Aunt Marie. [laughs]

And I’ll see you later, Doug.

Yes, you definitely will.

OK. Excuse me.

[soft music]

[ominous music]

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Days of Our Lives Transcript

Transcript provided by Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[dramatic music]

You ready?

I am. [sighs] Looks like I’m out of here. Take care of yourself, Bill.

Look out, world– or should I say Salem– ’cause here I come.

Your faith in me, Julie, it means the world to me.

Well, I meant it when I said that Doug was transformed. Why not you? I mean, it’s not how you start. It’s how you finish. He got out of prison, came to Salem, met our family, and was determined to change his life. And he did. Because he was strong and he was resilient and, as it turned out, he had an exceptionally kind heart.

Mm.

Darling, you have those qualities too.

As does my sister.

I love you so much. So glad you’re here, because just for a minute there, I forgot about what’s next: the memorial.

Do you think you will be able to– to attend?

Of course. I wouldn’t miss it.

Oh, thank you. I’ll do better ’cause you’re there.

I know how difficult a time this is for you, losing the love of your life, so I want you to know that I’m here for you, now and always.

And I’m here for you. All you have to do is ask.

And thank you for being here. It– [sighs] It means a lot.

Oh, but I’d count myself lucky if I never laid eyes on Liz Chandler again.

Well, then I guess today’s not your lucky day, huh?

Maggie, it’s so good to see you, although for such a sad occasion.

How have you been, Liz?

I’m fine. I’m well. And I gather you’re not that delighted to see me, Marie.

You gather correctly, especially not here in this town square named after my parents.

Well, for the record, I thought the world of your parents. It was you I couldn’t stand.

I’m glad you climbed through the bedroom window on your way to the memorial service. [both chuckle] Now, why don’t you freshen up? I’ll go downstairs. And then you come downstairs. And, oh, this is so exciting. It’s so wonderful. I’ll introduce you to your family. [both laugh]

[gasps]

You opened it?

It was a piece of cake, honestly. [laughs]

You’re amazing.

How did you do that?

She’s a magician, this one.

OK, all right, enough with the compliments. Let’s just see what’s in this thing.

Yes.

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

Lest you think I hold a grudge over what happened with Neil– how–how absurd would that be after all these years?

So I don’t have to look forward to your shooting me in another jealous rage?

Oh, good God, Marie, I mean, that was decades ago. You’re gonna relitigate that? You know damn well it was an accident. I thought you were an intruder.

The only intruder in that room was you. You slept with my husband in our bed. And when I came home, you shot me.

Well, gee, I do recall that. In fact, I went to prison for it. It’s kind of emblazoned in my brain.

All right, enough!

[tense music]

[dramatic music]

Hey, sweetie, is everything all right?

Yeah, yeah, I was just listening to “Friends and Lovers” on my phone. It’s such a beautiful song. And that Liz Chandler, what a voice, man.

I’m sure it reminds you of when you and Shawn were first together.

Yeah, yeah. Yeah, knowing I’m gonna see him today, it’s just– it’s just bringing up a lot of emotions. I don’t know, maybe I should have told him I was coming.

I think it’s fine. I think he’ll be glad to see you.

I hope so. But I’m gonna– I’m gonna keep my distance. I’m gonna let him have his time with his family.

Oh, look at all the letters Tom and Alice wrote each other.

Oh.

Wow.

Ooh, deed of sale for the Horton cabin on Smith Island. Look at that.

Look at this. This is a lock of hair. It’s Aunt Marie’s when she was a baby girl.

Oh, my God, oh, look at these. Grandma Addie’s and Great-Uncle Tommy’s baby shoes. They’re so cute, the little footie-wootie.

Look at this.

I cannot with these.

Oh, look who’s here, Ciara and Shawn-Douglas and you too, Lucas.

Oh, Grandma Julie. Hi.

I missed you, baby.

I missed you so much.

I’ve missed all of you.

I’m so sorry about Grandpa Doug.

Thank you.

Mm-hmm.

Oh–oh, Shawn-Douglas.

I was so, so proud to be his granddaughter.

He was always very proud of you too.

Can I have a hug too?

Oh, Lucas. I love you, darling.

Well, thank you so much, each and every one. God bless you for coming.

There you are. Ladies and gentlemen, I have a surprise. Allow me to present my long-lost baby brother, Steven.

[chuckles]

Well, I hope they are not giving their Auntie Chanel and Uncle Johnny a hard time. [chuckles] They love you too. OK, sis, I will check in later. I love you too. Bye. The twins have been on their best behavior, apparently.

That’s because they are crazy about Chanel and Johnny. You know, I’m so grateful for them for watching the twins. I mean, it gives me– gives me time to be there for my grandma.

Yeah. It’s so wonderful how close you and Julie are, considering that you just met her as an adult.

Yeah, well, I am lucky to have her in my life. And I know, as tough as this time must be for her, losing the love of her life, that she’s surrounded by family.

[soft music]

So you’re Steven Olson.

I am. [laughter]

Hi.

And you are?

Ciara Alice.

Oh, my, you look so much like your mother.

Well, I will take that as the highest compliment. Speaking of Mom, Grandma Julie, I hope you know how badly she wanted to be here.

I know. We spoke on the phone last night. We agreed she’s where she belongs, with your father.

Good.

And this is Shawn, Ciara’s brother.

Shawn-Douglas, I’ve heard so much about you.

It’s nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you.

And you remember Bill’s little girl?

[chuckles]

Jennifer Rose?

Yes.

Look at you, all grown up.

I know. Look at you, all grown up.

This is true. [laughter]

Good to see you.

Oh, it’s been far too long, cousin. And is this your husband?

Oh, this is my brother Lucas.

I’d heard that Bill had another son.

Yeah.

It’s nice to meet you, Lucas.

Yeah, yeah, likewise.

And what’s all this?

Oh, well, this is a time capsule that Gram hid behind the mantel way back in the ’60s.

It’s open!

Yes.

Ciara opened it.

I did.

Awesome! Oh, you are your mother’s daughter.

I am, aren’t I? [laughs]

Oh, what’s in it?

A lot.

Things–

Yeah.

Things–these are– this is days of our lives in a box. [laughter] What’s this? Yes.

[gasps]

Oh.

Wow.

Oh, my.

Those are some serious diamonds.

Yeah.

This is my grandmother’s necklace. My mother gave it to her as a birthday gift.

I have never seen her wear them.

Oh, no. She thought it was too regal for Salem.

That sounds like Gram.

I always wondered what happened to it.

Well, now you know.

Now I know a lot of things. Well, I’d love to go through every single thing with all of you, but… it’s time.

Time to go to St. Luke’s.

Time to honor my husband with a memorial and to say goodbye.

[dramatic music]

Oh, for heaven sakes, can we let bygones be bygones, especially bygones that are almost a half a century ago? I mean, can we just possibly focus on the fact that we’re together and we’re celebrating– we’re celebrating the life of Doug Williams, a man that we all admire…

Mm.

And we all respected.

Mm.

Think we can do that?

We can.

And we should.

Well, how mature of you both to finally let go of grievances from the ’80s. OK, so how about a truce, ladies?

[chuckles] Fine. I’ll let go of grievances if you will, Marie.

I will. I’ll do it for Doug.

For Doug.

Hello, ladies.

Marlena, Belle.

Oh, Marie Horton, how good to see you.

Well, it’s wonderful to see you, Marlena.

Thank you. This is my– this is my daughter Belle.

It’s good to meet you, Belle.

Oh, well, it’s good to meet both of you.

I can certainly see the resemblance.

Oh, me too. I’ve heard so much about you.

Oh, well, same here. And I’m a huge fan of your music.

Oh, I’m flattered. Thank you.

Well, I guess we will see you at the service, then.

Yeah.

Liz, so good to see that you and Marie are getting along so well.

[chuckles] I wouldn’t go that far.

Belle.

Hi. I just flew in from Hong Kong. I hope that’s OK.

Yeah. Yeah, of course it is.

Oh, Julie.

Oh. Oh, hello, everyone. This is my brother, Steve Olson, and… thank you, all of you, for coming.

Julie, apparently the priest is ready to start whenever you are.

Mm-hmm.

[dramatic music]

Good afternoon. I would like to welcome you to the celebration of the life of Douglas Williams, a man beloved by so many. I knew him as a devoted parishioner. You knew him as a friend or as a part of your family. But we all knew him as an extraordinary man– kind, generous, gifted in so many ways– a man who brightened the lives of all of us here and many who couldn’t be here. And to begin, I would like to call up Doug’s grandson Shawn-Douglas Brady to read Scripture.

“My Father’s house has many rooms. “If that were not so, “would I have not told you that I am going “to prepare a place for you? “And if I go and prepare a place for you, “I will come back and take you to be with me, that you also may be where I am.”

Thank you, Shawn-Douglas, for that reading from the book of John. Now I would like to call Doug’s granddaughter, Ciara, to share something with you all.

[sighs] This is one of my Grandpa Doug’s favorite poems. It is by Henry Van Dyke, and it is called “Gone From My Sight.” “I am standing upon the seashore. “The ship at my side spreads her white sails “to the moving breeze and starts for the blue ocean. “She’s an object of beauty and strength. “I stand and watch her until, at length, “she hangs like a speck of white cloud “just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other. “Then someone at my side says, ‘There, she is gone.’ “Gone where? “Gone from my sight. That is all. “She is just as large in mast, hull, and spar “as she was when she left my side. “And she’s just as able to bear her load “of living freight to her destined port. “Her diminished size is in me, not in her. “And just at the moment when someone says, “‘There, she is gone,’ “there are other eyes watching her coming “and other voices ready to take up the glad shout, ‘Here she comes!'”

And now we will hear a eulogy from Doug’s beloved wife, Julie.

Thank you. The look of love, Doug Williams had it and made the world shine with it, especially when he looked at us. My husband’s real name was Brent Douglas. He was raised in an orphanage until he ran away at age 4… [chuckles] And made the best of it, living off his charm and his wit. During World War II, he joined the navy and trained to be a fighter pilot. The service taught him how to navigate by air and sea, to fly a Steerman– open cockpit, goggles, long scarf, just as you’d imagine. He learned to dive off a 50-foot platform and swim five miles in one go, to survive for three days on a deserted beach without food or water, and how to kill a man with his bare hands. Not planning to use these skills in civilian life, he was happy to muster out of the navy 24 hours after Japan surrendered. But he loved the flying. He’d dream of it. He’d wake up with such a smile. After the war, he discovered he had a fine singing voice. And he flirted with show business… And finance. Here are some of the marvelous things he accomplished in the years he was among us. He raised an incredible daughter, our beloved Hope. And he opened a club named Doug’s Place, unforgettable for its music, for its warmth, for its class.

[somber music] He became the mayor of Salem and the captain of my heart. Here are some of his favorite things besides chocolate. [chuckles]

Italy. Grand opera. Lyrics. Puns of his own composing. Family dinners. Tap dancing. Up tunes. New places to go. Old songs to sing. The Dodgers. [laughs] New York City. Serenades. Sunshine in the morning. Performing. Poached eggs. [laughs] “The Count of Monte Cristo” and “Casablanca.” Every Christmas card that had photos of his friends and family. Piles of sheet music. [laughs] The morning sports page and an old safari jacket that he wore on every continent.

Red roses, red lips… [laughs] Red sauces, red wine, and an Indian ruby that he gave to me.

He took me to the Taj Mahal. He took me to the pyramids. He took me to the Great Wall of China.

And he took me to paradise with every kiss.

Songs he composed– “Ramshackle Daddy,” “Happy New Year to You,” “I Love to Tap,” and “I’ve Got the World By the Tail.” Joyful tunes, joyful tunes from a heart that was just pounding with the rhythm of life. And please let me tell you, his mind and his spirit were unchanging until too many happy birthdays stole all his strength away.

What gifts he had, my sweetest of sweethearts, my ageless, beautiful troubadour.

“My love is like a red, red rose “that’s sweetly sprung in June. “My love is like a melody that’s sweetly played in tune.”

So what will people remember about this exuberant, accomplished gentleman? Will it be the performances? Will it be the music? Will it be all those happy times? Besides his talent, you all spoke of his kindness. You know, in Webster’s dictionary, the word “kind” means gentle and generous. And that’s it. That’s it exactly.

He treated all strangers as potential friends, never returning unkindness with a– with a wry or cynical remark.

[sighs] Why did we love him so much? Because he saw us. He really saw us. Doug gave everyone, a visitor at the door or a troubled grandchild, this greeting. It was always smiling, and it was full of optimistic expectation. What he saw in us was something wonderful.

And we became, in his company, as wonderful as we all want to be.

No surprise, his favorite movie was “Love, Actually.” [laughter] He passionately reached out to people his whole life with a song, with a story, and that– [sighs] That look of love, love that transcends time and lifts us all into the light, where creation never ends and we are shining too.

Let us hold fast to that which is good, render to no person evil for evil, strengthen the fainthearted, support the weak, help the needy and the afflicted, and honor all people. Let us serve and love the Lord, rejoicing in the power of his spirit. And may God’s blessing be upon us and remain with us always. Amen. all: Amen.

And now to close our service, one of Doug’s dear friends, Liz Chandler, will lead us in one of his favorite songs.

I love you.

[mouthing words]

So I would not have the career I have today if it hadn’t been for Doug Williams. So, Doug, this is for you. * I’ll be loving you * * Always * * With a love that’s true *

* Always * all: * When the things you’ve planned *

Do you know it? all: * Need a helping hand * * I will understand * * Always, always * * Days may not be fair * * Always * * That’s when I’ll be there * * Always * * Not for just an hour * * Not for just a day * * Not for just a year * * But always *

Second verse one more time. all: * Days may not be fair *

Come on. all: * Always *

For Doug. [laughs] all: * That’s when I’ll be there * * Always * * Not for just an hour * * Not for just a day * * Not for just a year * * But always * – Just that last part again. all: * Not for just an hour * * Not for just a day * * Not for just a year * * But always *

Thank you. That was beautiful, all of you, beautiful.

[somber music]

Aunt Marie, oh, honey, it was so wonderful that you came. Oh, Liz. Your singing, it was beautiful. It was perfect.

Oh, Doug was the best.

Yes, he was. [chuckles] [indistinct chatter]

Julie.

[chuckles]

That was a wonderful memorial service.

Mm-hmm, for a wonderful man.

You bet.

Mm-hmm. [chuckles]

Thank you.

Mm.

My dears, thank you.

Mm-hmm.

Oh.

Anything you need.

We are here for you, OK?

You know, I lost the love of my life today, but… I feel love all around me from all of you.

Right.

Julie. We have to go to the cemetery. I’ll walk with you.

I’ll be right with you.

[breathes deeply]

[sighs]

[dramatic music] [both sigh]

What a service.

Yeah, it was.

Julie’s eulogy. Oh, my.

[chuckles]

I always knew how much they loved each other, yeah, and how much he loved his family. I did not know that he had joined the navy and trained as a fighter pilot.

Yeah.

What–what a man.

Yeah.

What a life. What a legend.

Yeah.

Anyway, were you–were you able to–to reach Shawn?

No. No, I wanted to give him some space to be with his family.

You know, you’re his family too.

Well, he was grieving his grandfather. And anyway, I don’t think he wanted to talk to me.

I don’t believe that. Shawn still loves you. OK, well, I think I’m going to try to reach Shane. I would like to see if he can contact John and… let him know that we’ve lost Doug.

OK, good. If you do reach Dad, will you please give him my love?

Oh, yes. Mwah.

[knock at door]

You know, I can just picture Doug’s reaction to that memorial service. [chuckles] Oh. Oh, he would be so proud, oh…

[chuckles]

Especially of Julie. Oh, her strength.

Mm-hmm.

That eulogy, oh, God– God only knows how she got through it. But, oh, boy, she hit it out of the park.

She did. She did.

Mm-hmm.

Well, we got the twins down.

Oh, well, that was fast.

[laughs]

Yeah.

I sang them one of Doug’s songs, one that he used to sing to them. I did my best. [laughter]

Baby, you did good. He did good.

Oh, I’m sure you did. And now it’s time for a toast.

Ooh.

Oh.

Here you are.

Thank you.

And for you, kind sir. Thank you.

[sighs] [glasses clink]

All right, here you go.

Thank you.

Ah. To a wonderful man who made us all better people.

Just for knowing him.

Yeah.

To Doug.

To Doug.

To Doug. [glasses clink]

Ah.

Ooh.

Liz sang so beautifully, didn’t she?

She did. It was very moving.

Mm.

Jennifer, you were telling me about this time capsule that you found and opened earlier.

Yeah, thanks to Ciara.

And wait until you see this diamond necklace that has been locked away for over 60 years.

Yeah, belonged to Grandma Alice. It’s gorgeous.

[tense music]

I could have sworn Grandma Julie put it back in the box.

She did. I saw her do it before we left for the service.

That’s what I thought. Me too. But it’s not in here. Where could it have gone?

[sighs] Grandma, you sly old dog. Who knew the treasure you were holding in that house?

The old me would have been tempted mightily by that diamond necklace. But…I’m a changed man.

[somber music]

My darling, my dearest love, all I ever wanted was to be your wife.

What do I do now?

[leaves rustling] Hello? Is someone there?

Sorry to disturb you.

Who are you?

I’m Doug Williams.

[suspenseful music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[pensive music]

Two weeks, six days, four hours, and a few minutes, and then look out, world– or should I say Salem– because here I come.

[knock at door]

Hello, Marlena. [laughs]

Liz Chandler? Is it you?

It’s been a long time.

Ah!

[both laugh] Oh, no.

Oh, yes.

[laughs]

Oh!

[somber music]

[crying]

Maggie.

Marie Horton, as I live and breathe. Oh.

[laughs]

That’s a good-looking family, don’t you think?

Lucas. Oh, my gosh. I am so glad to see you, little brother.

I had to be here, you know, for Julie.

Yeah. She’s gonna be so happy to see you. She just really–really needs her family right now.

Yeah. How’s she holding up?

As well as can be expected. Lucas, I just– you–you share the same bed with somebody for so many years. I can only imagine how Julie’s gonna feel when she wakes up and her sweet husband is not beside her.

[gasps]

I imagine you make quite an impression on every woman who comes to know you. You are the kind of a man that’s very difficult to forget, Doug.

Very difficult to– to ever forget.

[gasps]

[dramatic music]

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

[somber music]

I love this house so much. No matter how much time goes by– it could be a month, year, day, or an hour– it doesn’t matter.

When Doug was here, he’d go out of his way, and he’d give me a big, huge hug every time.

[sniffles]

He did give great hugs, didn’t he?

The best, the best hugs. You could just feel how much he loved you and his energy. When I found out I was a Horton, I thought I was the black sheep of the Horton family, but Doug would never make me feel that way. He would–he would always go out of his way to give me a huge hug and make me feel like I belonged, like he was really proud I was part of the family.

Family meant everything to Doug.

Hey, you two. Can we get in on some of that family love?

“God created man in his own image, “in the image of God created he him; “male and female created he them. and he blessed them.”

“And Jehovah God said, “‘It is not good that the man should be alone. I will make him a helpmeet for him.'”

What was that?

[quirky music]

Steven!

Hey, sis. Whoa. Long time, no see.

[chuckles]

Steven.

[somber music]

Oh, Liz, it is so good to see you again. How–how long has it been?

Oh, let’s see. Ha! I left Salem in 986, so it’s been… both: A long time.

[laughs] A lot to catch up on.

Yes, but let me just tell you, I’m so– I’m so pleased you came back for Doug’s service. It will mean the world to Julie.

Aw. How’s she doing?

Well, I–I saw her briefly yesterday, and she’s– she’s putting on a brave face, of course, as we knew she would, but–

Mm.

Well, come.

OK.

Sit. Now, am I right? Are you still living in LA?

Oh, yes, yes. You and John should come stay with us sometime. We have a lovely guest room.

Oh, that would be so nice.

Yeah.

Yeah, we’d like that. How is Noelle?

Fine, thank you. Good job, serious boyfriend. And also, I have two sons, all grown up.

No.

Yes.

Oh, my gosh. I’d love to meet them sometime.

Oh, we’ll have to do that. Yes, we’ll find a way to get the two families together. I–I hope.

You know what? We do have to do that.

OK. I’m sorry I–I… lost touch with you, Marlena.

Well, I am too.

[chuckles]

We had–we’d gotten very, very close, hadn’t we?

Yeah. Well, being kidnapped by Stefano DiMera is quite the bonding experience.

Yeah. And sadly for me, it was a recurring experience.

[laughs] You know, I missed you. I missed you, Marlena. And I also missed all the people here in Salem, except wretched Marie Horton, of course.

[chuckles]

Maggie, I was so sorry to hear about your husband’s passing.

Well, thank you, Marie. And–and the flowers you sent, they were lovely.

Well, that was the least I could do. You know, Salem has really lost a lot of extraordinary men of late– first Victor.

And now Doug. That wonderful man, he lifted everyone’s spirits just by being around him. Hmm. My heart goes out to Julie. I–I know all too well what she’s going through.

And you, you’ve mourned two husbands.

I was lucky to have two great loves and one of them being your wonderful brother.

Oh. You know, after all these years, I still can’t believe that Mickey’s gone and Tommy and Addie and Bill and my parents. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think about each and every one of them.

Well, Alice and Tom, what a legacy they left.

[sighs]

Good to see you.

Good. Are you good?

Yeah.

It’s so wonderful to see the two of you.

Same here. Where’s your mom? When is she coming?

She isn’t. After you called with the news about Grandpa, she went to go visit my dad in the hospital, and… he squeezed her hand.

Oh, God, what?

Yeah.

Bo’s waking up?

We don’t know. We don’t know. The doctors think it may have been involuntary, but Mom is convinced that his condition is improving.

Yeah, she thinks it has something to do with her presence, you know, with the connection that they share.

Yeah.

Oh, my good– we have been praying for your dad to get better.

Yeah.

I mean, I completely understand why she would never leave Bo right now. I know Julie’ll understand too.

Whoa.

Oh!

[chuckles]

Steven. Steven. Wow, not that I’m not thrilled and excited to see you, but why in the hell are you climbing through our bedroom window?

Don’t look so shocked, Jules. Surely you remember that this was my means of entry into Grandma and Grandpa’s house when we were kids.

[chuckles] Yes. To their horror too.

Yeah, I know. Grandma was convinced that I’d take a terrible fall and break every bone in my body.

And you did a couple of times, as I remember. Why are you standing there, just grinning at me like a–like a Cheshire cat? Why don’t you give me a hug? Oh.

Oh.

[sighs]

Mm.

[somber music]

Baby Bo. He’s a little man.

I know.

Oh.

Oh, precious Addie. Look at her. How old is she now?

She just turned one.

Oh, my goodness, she is adorable.

Oh, thank you.

Oh, I love that you named her after your grandma.

I know.

What’s–what’s this?

Oh, that is the time capsule that Julie found behind the old mantel after the fire.

It’s still not open?

Still not open. Jack brought it to Boston to see if I could open it. I couldn’t budge it, so I brought it back to Salem for Thanksgiving to see if someone else would like to take a crack at it.

Do you mind if I give it a try?

[Shawn and Ciara chuckle]

Oh, Jules, how I’ve missed you.

How I’ve missed you.

[chuckles]

Oh, I cannot remember the last time I even set eyes on you.

Well, I’ve kept in touch.

In touch? Texts twice every year? You call that keeping in touch?

OK, I admit I’m not a great communicator, but I’ll do better, I promise.

But you’re here now. That counts.

Julie, when I heard about Doug, I knew I had to be here with you. I’m so sorry.

Thank you. Know something?

What?

He spoke of you in conversation more than I did.

Oh, yeah. Wondering how his fellow con man was doing.

No. Of course, he always had your number.

He was an insightful man.

[chuckles] With a heart of gold.

Now, I will make sure that Harold Trask gets his cashier’s check back. It’s up to you to come up with a story that will convince him why you want to dissolve your Salem partnership.

[scoffs] It would be a lot easier to explain if I could give the check back to Trask myself.

But we’re gonna do it my way, Steve. You’re a good enough con artist so that you can come up with some story to cover yourself.

I guess I can’t blame you for not trusting me, huh?

I guess you can’t. OK, I’ve been over everything. It’s understood, right?

Yep. And I do appreciate you giving me this break.

It’s not for you. It’s for Julie and your family. I told you.

Yeah, I know you told me. Believe me, Doug, I’m sorry I caused all this trouble, and I really hope I can undo it.

Steven, I hope you haven’t come back home because you’re on the run from the law.

What? No. That’s all in the past, Jules.

Well, it better be, because my grandson’s in town, you see, for Doug’s memorial. My grandson works for the FBI.

[dramatic music]

Jack did such a wonderful job on Doug’s obituary. There was so much I didn’t know about him. Wait, his real name was Brent Douglas?

Yeah. Yeah, it was.

OK, well, why did he change it?

Apparently, he just wanted a fresh start after he got released from prison.

[sighs] Prison. I cannot imagine Doug in prison. But then again, I guess people would probably say the same thing about me.

[chuckles]

Yeah.

What was he in for?

Well, Doug was actually quite the grifter. I mean, he went to prison for securities fraud.

Seriously?

Yeah. And get this. His cellmate was Julie’s uncle Bill Horton.

So how was the book?

Not bad.

What’s it about?

The king of the wild frontier.

Is that right? Mind if I take a look?

It’s all yours, Bill.

[sighs] Never gets easier, does it, saying goodbye to those we love?

No, it does not.

[somber music]

Well, I hope Johnny and Chanel know how grateful we are that they agreed to watch the kids today.

Oh, they were very happy to do it so that we all could be here to honor Doug. Oh, you know, that man, he touched so–so many lives, mostly in the little ways that nobody even ever hears about.

Yes, he did, with a word, smile, or song.

Yeah. I wonder who’s gonna come back for his memorial.

Well, Doug was loved by so many, I wouldn’t be surprised if a few blasts from the past came back to pay their respects.

Oh, Maggie, I have such fond memories of growing up here in Salem and only a few regrets.

Mm. Well, I have more than a few regrets.

[chuckles]

Oh! Well, mine all have to do with my unfortunate taste in men.

And what men are you referring to?

As if you couldn’t guess– Alex Marshall, Neil Curtis.

[holiday music] Although I must say I’m grateful to Alex. He gave me my beautiful daughter, my Jessica. But Neil, on the other hand– oh, Maggie, I’m so sorry. I shouldn’t be saying this, because I know you were once involved with him. And he is Sarah’s father. But the only thing I got from Neil was a bitter rivalry with Liz Chandler. She absolutely despised me for marrying him.

[dramatic music]

Ugh, how I despise that woman for marrying Neil, which turned out to be a dumpster fire, as you know.

Yeah. Liz, that was a very long time ago.

Yeah. You’re right. You’re right. Today is about Doug. He wasn’t only endlessly charming and kindhearted, but he–he was eager to champion people, like he did for me. He gave me my first big break, singing at his casino.

Well, you didn’t tell me what you’re doing here today. You doing some volunteer work?

No, but that’s a good idea, actually, now that I have all this free time on my hands.

You think you might be looking for a job?

Yeah. Got any ideas?

Yeah, yeah, you might consider coming to work as a singer for me at my club.

A job singing? Are you serious?

Yeah, that’s not anything I’m gonna kid about. I mean, you may not have any professional experience as a singer, but I mean, you got a wonderful voice.

Oh, Doug.

[chuckles] You better be careful. I might just take you up on that one.

[chuckles]

Hmm. I owe so much to that man.

We all do.

So Julie was married to an ex-con who was also married to her mom? How did I not know this?

I didn’t say anything ’cause I didn’t know if Julie wanted me sharing personal information.

Right. Well, it’s obviously out there now.

Yeah, yeah, she must’ve been cool with it if Jack put it in Doug’s obituary. But anyway, her and the ex-con, they lived happily ever after.

They sure did. Wow, I–I thought my family history was wild.

[both laugh]

Apparently, Julie had some practice with some shady dudes. And her brother, Steven, well, he–he fled Salem. He was on the run from some mobsters and never looked back.

[tense music]

So…

[chuckles] Your grandson is in the FBI?

Yes, he is. And I’m very proud of him. His name is Eli Grant. He is tall, handsome, and married to the most gorgeous, tall woman you have ever seen. And they have two beautiful babies.

Can’t wait to meet them.

Really? You sure?

Of course. Why wouldn’t I be?

Well, I seem to remember, in the past, you raised quite a bit of hell around here, darling.

[dramatic music] Remember? You dealt drugs. You stole jewels. I used to say to myself, that man has put every gray hair in my grandmother’s head.

Oh, come on, I wasn’t that bad.

You were a piece of work. Do you remember everything? Do you remember the time I came to you so excited, asking you to be my partner in my antique business? I was thrilled. I thought, this is gonna be a dream come true, ’cause I’m gonna be working with my baby brother. I did have a conversation with Doug about you and I going into partnership.

And what did he advise you to do?

Well, he didn’t advise me. He said that I should do as I saw fit.

And?

So I’d like to ask you formally to be my business partner, Steve.

I’d like to tell you I want Uncle Mickey to draw up all the documents so we’ll be legal as soon as possible.

But…

[sighs] I don’t have anything to invest, Julie. I can’t let you just give me half of this business.

[sighs] Oh, if I could only get my hands on some of my inheritance.

Honey, you don’t have to invest anything except your talent. Now, I’ve thought about it, and I feel if you put in a percentage of your share of the profits, you can pay me that way over a number of years, I don’t know, five or something. We’ll have Mickey work out the details. And then… it all fell apart. You sold fakes to my customers, a betrayal. And it broke my heart.

To my eternal regret. I have no excuse for how I hurt you, how I let you down. But I’m not the same man anymore, Jules. I’ve been transformed.

[somber music]

You know, I remember a Thanksgiving a few years ago. Doug was so brave. He looked evil straight in the eye, and he didn’t back down.

Doug is still a danger to himself and to others. Kayla knows that.

I’m not sure I agree with that anymore.

You’re not sure you agree? It’s clear that Julie has let her emotions take over her judgment.

Don’t talk to me about judgment, or I will show you what a danger to others really looks like.

That would be a mistake.

[unsettling music]

Ah!

You–you, you’re–you’re–

You’re confused. You’re lost. I can help you.

Look, let him– let him speak, Marlena.

Yeah, Mom, please.

Darling, what is it you’re trying to say?

You, you’re… the devil!

Marlena felt terrible, what she put him through.

But that wasn’t her, baby. She wasn’t to blame for any of it.

No, it wasn’t. I mean, it was just a terrible ordeal for both of them.

But they fought their way through it… together.

Yeah, they did. And Marlena, she was so brave and so strong too. And the two of them, Marlena and Doug, they had so much goodness in their heart.

[sighs]

[somber music]

Oh, Doug. No one ever had a truer friend.

The bride’s dressing room.

Are you sure I’m allowed in this room?

Julie and I are the only ones with you, and we won’t tell.

That’s good, ’cause I don’t want to get kicked out of church.

Oh, quickly.

[laughs]

Oh, there’s coffee. Look, let’s make coffee for everyone.

OK. I’ll make it.

Ah-ah-ah. My dear, you are the bride.

Oh, you’re right. OK, be my guest. Hope they have some mineral water. I don’t need caffeine right now.

Well, let’s see. We have decaffeinated coffee. They must know that some brides get nervous.

Yeah, this one’s been nervous.

OK, soon as I finish– or as soon as we finish here, I am personally going to go and bring your wedding gown.

[knock at door]

[door clicks open]

[chuckles]

Oh, you made it.

My flight from Hong Kong landed early.

Oh, I’m so glad you’re here.

[sighs]

Especially since your father couldn’t make it. He got–got called away on a mission, so–

[sighs]

But he will be so sorry to know that he missed Doug’s funeral.

Yeah.

So many people have arrived, though, coming to celebrate Doug, to honor him. In fact, Liz Chandler– Liz Chandler was here.

Liz Chandler was here?

Yeah, yeah, she stopped by. We had a nice chat.

I love her music. I remember when Shawn and I first started dating, he made me this love song CD. And “Friends and Lovers” was on it, and I just loved it. I listened to it all the time.

Hmm. Come sit. Tell me, how is Shawn doing?

I–I don’t really know. I’ve just–I’ve been trying to give him some space, which is why I’ve been spending all this time in Hong Kong, doing consulting work for DiMera. You know, I– I don’t know, I still wanted to be here to–to show him some support while he–he says goodbye to his grandpa. But he doesn’t know that I’m here.

What?

[sighs]

You haven’t spoken to him?

I mean, only briefly, by the phone. I mean, we just haven’t really seen much of each other lately, so I don’t really know where things stand.

You might as well give Ciara a shot at it.

Yeah.

I mean, you know I love a good challenge.

Well, don’t get your hopes up. I wouldn’t get too excited if I were you. I’ve been trying to open that since February.

Yeah?

Doesn’t budge.

OK, well, I’m me. Bring it over here, brother.

Here you go.

Let me give this a try.

OK, really, this is when we need Hope, because your mom was always so good at opening these puzzle boxes and figuring that out.

I don’t understand. Why don’t we just smash it open?

I thought of that. I was gonna smash it open. But, you know, I don’t want to disrespect Grandma Alice’s memory like that, can’t just bang it open.

Yes, I mean, we’re assuming that she is trusting us as a family to find a way to open it without damaging everything that’s on the inside.

That’s right, so now we got to be patient and wait another 60 years to find out.

No.

You’re actually not gonna have to wait that long.

[dramatic music]

[gasps]

You opened it?

Oh, it was a piece of cake, honestly.

[laughs]

Wow.

[both chuckle]

[chuckles]

I know Neil was a real sore spot between you and Liz.

Well, that’s putting it mildly. Oh, whenever I think of everything that went down, it just stirs up all that anger with Liz all over again, even after all these years, even at a time in my life when I should be letting go of old resentments, right?

Well, we should at least try.

Well, you’re right.

[chuckles] Oh, but I’d count myself lucky if I never laid eyes on Liz Chandler again.

Well, then I guess today’s not your lucky day, huh?

You’ve been transformed?

Completely transformed. You see, about six months ago, I visited an ashram.

An ashram, in India?

In India, where I met this guru, Rishi Sharma. Julie, he changed my life, helped me to see that it was due to my spiritual deficits that I’d been leading a hedonistic and somewhat amoral life. Honestly, my time with Rishi was a revelation, a renewal of my soul. So you don’t have to worry about the old Steven anymore. That–you’re looking at the new and improved version.

I’m glad to hear it.

[chuckles]

I have always believed that a person can change for the better at any stage of their life. Look at my darling Doug. The man we all adored and respected is not the man he started out to be.

[chuckles]

You ready?

I am. Looks like I’m out of here. Take care of yourself, Bill.

Look out, world– or should I say Salem– ’cause here I come.

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[pensive music]

[knocking on door]

Happy Thanksgiving!

Oh, same to you.

Is it a bad time?

Uh, no. Not at all. I’m glad for the break. Come on in. Have a seat.

Thanks.

How was your celebration at the pub?

You know, it was actually pretty great. Bonnie burnt the Kiriakis’ turkey. [laughter] So I invited their whole family to join our whole family. So it went from two separate celebrations to one big party, and it was great, really. Although, I have to say that one of the perks of being called in tonight was I got to skip doing the dishes.

Well, then you really lucked out.

[laughs] Yeah. Except for I had to leave before the dessert came out. Steve promised me a plate. But, uh, anyway, I’m surprised to see you here. I thought you and John had Thanksgiving plans.

Well, he ditched me. [laughs]

There you are.

Hi, darling.

Hey. It’s a pretty nice Thanksgiving, I thought. Wasn’t it?

Yes, it was indeed.

Yes. And it was very nice of Kayla to let us crash her Thanksgiving lunch.

Yeah, she saved the day. [laughs] Especially after Bonnie lost the battle with the turkey.

[laughter]

Yes. Yeah, she really did. And, uh, I thought it was relatively lovely, despite some of the awkward moments.

Yes, there were definitely a few of those.

Yes, there was.

But I agree, it was mostly a lovely lunch.

[laughs] Mama. I saw you looking at Victor’s portrait when I came in. I know you miss him so much.

I do.

Especially around the holidays.

I do. I do. You know, it’s just this time of year. I mean, we just feel so much the ones that we love that we lost. It’s just, uh–we just feel it more than ever.

Well, Dad has to be the most patient man on Earth. [laughs] He’s reading “Green Eggs and Ham” to the twins for, like, the fifth time.

Ooh. Well, I hope he reads it to ’em a few more times since you and I are long overdue for some mother-daughter, one-on-one time. OK, now, dish.

[laughs]

I want to hear all the gossip about life in DC.

I mean, Mom, there’s– there’s not much to tell. Um, we’ve–we’ve really adjusted our lives there. You know, we’ve made some new friends. [laughs] It’s a great city. There’s so much to see and do.

Right.

[laughter]

And you and your husband have made it very clear you have no interest in moving back.

Only for now, Mom. Like I told you, Salem is our home, and we eventually want to move back here. We miss being so close to our loved ones.

And your loved ones miss having you close by even more. And I’m not just talking about Abe and me. I know Julie misses her grandson and those grandbabies just as much as we do.

We do a lot of video calls with Julie.

Well, I’m sure you do, but nothing’s as good as seeing you all in person.

I know. I know, Mom, which is why I’m really glad that Eli made it a priority to go visit Julie.

So JJ and Chad both had something come up?

Yeah. Yeah, something rather urgent.

Uh-huh. Well, that’s too bad. I know Grandma was definitely looking forward to having a full house.

Oh, yeah, I think she made enough food for a while.

[laughs] Yeah.

But maybe you can just stay and have a few bites before you have to go to Abe and Paulina’s.

Oh, something tells me that Grandma’s not going to be giving me a choice.

Yeah, and there might be a napkin with your name embroidered on it, so I think your instincts are right.

Oh, God. [chuckles]

You know, your grandma loves you so, so much, and she misses you and Lani and the twins.

Well, the feeling is mutual. And Doug and Julie, they’re not only my two favorite people, they’re family. I’m definitely looking forward to spending some quality time with them.

My grandmother’s candlesticks, just for the dining room table. Aren’t they lovely? Wh–where’s Doug? Did you wake him up?

Julie, I– no. I mean, I tried. Julie, I’m so sorry.

No!

[clattering]

Oh, my God. Oh, my God.

[somber music]

He can’t be gone. He can’t be gone!

[soft orchestration]

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[somber music]

Sorry. I’m so very, very sorry.

You tried to wake him. You know, he’s a heavy sleeper!

Yes, I know. I said his name several times. I even tried to shake him awake. That’s when I realized–

His–his pulse. Did you take his pulse? Are you certain?

Julie. I’m certain. He must have passed away in his sleep. He– [sighs] Oh, what can I do? Can I do anything? What can I do?

Tell everyone. Just–just tell everyone. I think they’re in the dining room.

Right. Right. Right. I’ll be right back. Right.

[crying]

And Jules, oh, my– [laughs] She’s take charge, OK? She is assertive. And when she wants something, she is not afraid to let you know.

Hmm, sounds just like her namesake.

Yes.

Yes. [laughs] And Carver, I mean, he really looks up to her. He just hangs on her every word.

Oh, my goodness. So sweet.

I know, I know, I know. The kids said they need exactly three more minutes to finish their board game. Then they’ll be down for dinner. I hope you had better luck with Doug.

Jack, what’s wrong?

What do you mean, John ditched you?

Well, he got called away at the last minute by the ISA.

Well, that’s so strange. Steve didn’t mention anything about it.

Well, um, apparently it was pretty sudden. I don’t know all the circumstances, but apparently it was top secret, so there’s no reason that Steve would know about it.

Yeah, but I mean, John wouldn’t have to tell Steve about the case, but he still– I mean, they’re in business together. They tell each other when one is leaving town.

Yeah. I don’t know. He didn’t explain that to me, but I’m not even sure where he is or how long he’ll be gone.

You know, today is about giving thanks. And Victor would want me to focus on my blessings, which are abundant. I mean, God, I have a daughter who is walking again. And I have a granddaughter whose laugh warms my heart.

Victoria does have a pretty great laugh.

[laughs] Just like her mother!

[laughs]

Where is that little angel, by the way?

Last I checked, she was still fast asleep, right next to her daddy who was on the floor next to her crib, so I’m not really sure who put who to sleep.

[laughter]

Aw, that’s so precious. Listen, I don’t know if you’re interested, but Julie invited us over for dinner tonight.

Another meal? Oh, my God. I’m still full from the pub.

I know, I know. Well, I don’t know. Maybe we could drop by for dessert. It would be nice to see everyone.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Yeah, I have– I really do have a lot of great memories of spending Thanksgiving with Dad’s side of the family. And Grandpa Tom would make a very heartwarming speech. Grandma Alice would make her donuts–

[laughs]

–which was the best.

Yeah.

And if we were lucky, we could get– we could get Doug to sing a song or two.

[gasps] Yes. Mm, mm.

[soft music]

Oh, Eli.

Grandma, what can I do?

Just be with me. Just be with me.

I feel so sad for Julie. I feel so sad for our family.

Doug was just so full of joy, love, kindness, life. I–I think–I think the world’s going to be a lot dimmer without him in it.

Yeah. You know, whenever I would call Thomas and Charlotte, more times than not Doug was reading them a book or playing a board game with–

They adore him. They do.

Jack, they can’t be here. They can’t. You’ve got to take them to Maggie’s. They can’t be here.

All right, all right, I’ll– I’ll get them right now and take ’em over to Maggie’s. And I can– I can–I can tell her what’s happening. And–and I can talk to Kayla.

OK.

And–and she can make sure that somebody– somebody comes here to– to take care of Doug.

Right. Then I’m going to– I’m going to make calls to my family.

All right.

OK.

Oh.

[phone beeps]

[phone ringing]

Oh, my gosh. I literally just picked up my phone to call you. I’m not even kidding. Happy Thanksgiving, cuz.

Hi. Hi. You too. There’s–there’s something that I have to tell you.

Sure. What is it?

A little while ago, Jack tried to wake up your dad to come down for dinner, but, um, he–he didn’t wake up. Hope, he died in his sleep.

Um, I’ll send someone over right away. Please give them all my love. Thanks. Bye, Jack.

[somber music]

Kayla, is everything all right?

Honey, what is it? What did Jack say?

Doug passed away.

Oh, that husband of yours is full of all kinds of green flags, isn’t he? Rushing over to see his grandma as soon as he arrives in town.

[laughs] Eli is a family man, for sure. You know, he may not have grown up with the Hortons, but they’ve become so close over the years.

I just think it’s so sweet the way he dotes on Julie.

She means a lot to him. They’ve all made such an effort to just welcome him into the family. But Julie and Doug? They went above and beyond.

Jennifer’s calling Hope. I just spoke with Kayla. She’s sending an ambulance over for Doug.

Oh! I–I–I want to see him.

Of course. Of course. I’ll give you all the time you need.

Why don’t I go with you, Grandma?

Yes, please.

[crying] Hope. Hey, are you there?

Yeah. Yeah, I–I– I’m here. Where’s Julie? Is she there with you?

She’s in another room, but Eli’s with her.

[crying] Oh, my God, Jen. Oh, my God. I’m sorry. I–I just–I– I didn’t– thank God you’re there. [sighs] I should be there.

You’ll be here soon. You will. And we are going to take care of her in the meantime.

I know you will.

How beautiful he is, like an angel.

You want me to give you some privacy?

Yes, please, Darling. Please.

Maybe Doug will give us a Thanksgiving performance tonight.

You should put in a request.

And I think I will.

Fantastic. [laughs]

All right.

All right. I’m going to go let Xander know what the plan is.

OK.

OK. All right.

Hi, Sarah, Maggie. Uh, I’m–I’m sorry for barging in like this.

That–that’s OK.

I–I brought Thomas and Charlotte with me. They’re in the foyer with Xander right now.

Jack, is everything all right?

No, I’m afraid not.

[pensive music]

I got an ambulance on standby, and I’ll go over there in a bit. I just–I just want to give the family a little time.

My heart is breaking for Julie. She and Doug loved each other for over 50 years. That’s–this has to turn her world upside down.

Yeah. And Hope. It just breaks my heart to think about her getting that call.

Well, she loved her dad.

And he loved her so much. You know, when– I mean, really, moments after my pop died, Hope was there, comforting me. I just wish I could do that for her right now.

I should have made more time to come home.

Hope, your father understood. He–he knew you needed to be close to Bo.

I didn’t get to say goodbye. I didn’t tell him how much I love him, how much he meant to me.

Oh, he knew, Hope. You were his princess.

I was. [crying] You know, I– I loved when he called me that.

Oh, my God. I can’t even imagine what Julie must be going through right now.

Yeah. She’s a really strong woman, and she has her family all around her. But are you going to be OK? You’re so far away. You’re all by yourself.

Yeah. I mean, Shawn’s going to be home soon.

OK. Well, that’s good. I love you so very much, Hope.

I love you too, cuz. Jennifer, give Julie a really, really big hug. Tell her it’s from me. Tell her how much I love her. I’ll be home soon, OK?

[crying] Oh, Daddy. [crying]

Happy birthday, Princess.

But I thought the party was my gift.

Well, we wanted you to have something special that you– you could keep to remind you of turning 18.

[soft music]

December 29, 1983. Remember and smile.

I love you, baby. Always remember that too.

Dad, I’m not your baby anymore.

You’re always going to be my baby.

Oh, Dad, this is the most exciting night of my life.

It’s the beginning of a whole new one. [laughs]

My dear, whatever your old man calls you, you are a woman now. And I wish that that experience for you will be glorious and wonderful, everything that you’ve always dreamed that it will be. You’re going to take with you several blessings. Your health, terrific brain, beauty, and our wealth too. And one additional thing. Always know that you’re loved and cherished just the same way you were on the day you were born.

Oh, Daddy. Daddy. [crying]

Mom, is something wrong? Is it Dad?

It’s Grandpa Doug.

[phone ringing]

Hey, Lani.

Hey, baby. I don’t mean to rush you, but dinner’s ready. Are you heading back soon?

[soft music]

No, um, I’m not. [sighs] I’m sorry, but I’ve got sad news.

My darling. [whispering] My darling. I’m here. Julie’s right here. We both knew this day would come. Just not so soon. I love you so much. You’re my whole world, you know? Do you know how much I love you? The way you looked at me, the look of love. Your voice.

The way that we laid beside each other in the night.

A lifetime. A lifetime of love with our arms around each other. Not enough. Never enough. You loved me so. That love is my strength. How– how can I go on without you? [crying]

[soft music]

I don’t know how to say goodbye to you. I never did. Maybe we could get together in the daytime.

Well, OK. Now I like that idea better. Suppose we go to the beach and we’ll take some sun while we talk.

Oh, that’s a great idea. I could bring a picnic lunch.

You sure could. I’ll phone you in the morning.

Fine. Well, I really must– thank you again for a lovely evening.

Enchante, madame, and bonsoir.

[chimes ring]

Yeah, of course. I’ll let Grandma know that you’re thinking about her. You too, Scotty. Bye.

I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry.

Thank you for coming over here.

Of course. I have to be here for you, and Julie. Where is she?

She’s upstairs with Doug.

Is there anything we can do to help?

[sighs] Just us being here with her right now is, I guess, all she needs. I just got off the phone with my half brother, Scotty. I gave him the news. Figured I’d save Julie a call.

Doug and Julie. They were the perfect couple. So in love. I can’t imagine one without the other.

Me either.

Yes, I will tell Julie that you send your love. OK, Lucas. I love you too, so much.

Julie, look what I’m doing for Jack. Would I be throwing him this huge party if I weren’t madly in love with him?

Darling, I don’t doubt the fact that you love Jack. Not at all. I’m just saying that when you have had a yen for a guy and it’s over, there still are times when you think about him.

Don’t be offended, sweetheart. Julie has romantic ideas about every guy that she ever cared for. I would be jealous, except for the fact that I’m the one that goes home with her every night.

You bet.

[sighs] I dropped the kids off at Maggie’s. How did things go with Hope?

Uh, she’s heartbroken, obviously. Jack, I just wanted to reach through the phone and hug her. But Shawn is there. He’s–he’s with her.

I’m so sorry, Ma. Grandpa Doug was such a great man, and I loved him very much.

I know you did, sweetheart. He loved you, too, very much. He was proud of you before you were even born. Couldn’t wait to meet you.

And I tell you, I must have spent weeks shopping around for the perfect baby gift, you know? Something really special. I found a lot of– of cute things, but nothing quite special enough, until I came across this at home. You recognize that I wrapped it myself?

Yeah, I kind of guessed that. I wonder what it is. Can I open it?

Yeah, open it slowly.

OK.

You see, when your mother was pregnant with you, she got it into her head that all mothers are supposed to knit little things for their babies, you know? Now, Addie did not know the eye of a needle from the eye of a potato, but that didn’t stop her. Took her six months, working every day to turn out this beautiful little blanket for your crib.

Oh, Dad, it’s– it’s beautiful.

Yeah. And, uh, you got very attached to this. You see, you would hold it close, just like you’re doing now. You never let it go. So I figured that maybe your baby would like it too. You like it, sweetheart?

Oh, Dad, I love it, and I love you too. Come here.

Oh, I love you, too, princess.

When he and Grandpa Shawn found out that we were naming you after them, they were so proud. My dad was so happy. He went on and on saying how honored he was. And you know what? He was convinced that you were going to play the piano because of your long fingers, and he was right.

Yeah, well, I was never as good as Grandpa. He was probably disappointed that I didn’t keep up with it.

No, you never disappointed him. Not ever. He was proud of you from the day you were born, Shawn. That never, ever changed. Not ever.

[soft music]

Oh, Daddy, I love you so much. I’m so glad I have you here to lean on. I’m so glad.

Want to talk about it?

No. No, if it’s OK, I– I just want to sit here.

Oh, my darling little princess, it’s always OK with me.

Play some more for me, Dad. Just play some more for me, please. You were always there when I needed you, Daddy. Always.

Here you go. Is there anything else I can get you?

No. Thanks, honey, I, um– I’m going to go see your dad.

Mom, you were– I mean, you were there all night last night–

Shawn.

OK. OK. If that’s what you need, yeah, I mean, I’ll go with you.

No, no, no. I’m–I’m going to change my clothes, and I can go on my own.

You sure?

Yeah. Yeah, I’ll be back soon.

Mom, I love you.

I love you too, Shawn.

[sighs]

[instrumental of Georges Bizet’s “Carmen – Habanera”]

I, uh, I let Xander know what’s going on. How you doing, Mama?

Oh. I was thinking about, um, how many years ago when Doug and I bonded over putting together a variety show. It was a fundraiser for the hospital. [laughs] Oh, he–he was– he was so talented. He was–he was just a natural. A natural entertainer.

Yeah, he was. And just effortlessly charming.

Yeah.

I can see why Julie fell head over heels for him.

I know– I know what Julie is going through right now.

Uh, I’m–I’m heading over to the house. I–I need to be there for her. OK?

I’ll go with you. OK?

Yeah.

Let’s go.

[knocking on door]

Julie?

Oh, Kayla, thank you for coming.

Of course. Of course, of course, of course. It was such an honor to know Doug. We all loved him. And we love you so much, and we are here for you, whatever you need, OK?

Thank you. I–I suppose it means my time is up.

Nope. Nope, nope, nope. The medical center is outside with an ambulance, but I can– I can absolutely get them to wait.

I don’t want to leave. Kayla, if– if I had been the one that came up and tried to wake him, it would have made a difference–

No, no. No. I mean, it was just his time to go.

Goodbye, darling. I will– I will love you forever.

Maybe I should go check on Grandma.

Maybe we should just give it a few minutes.

Well, uh, Jennifer and I might set out Thanksgiving dinner again if either of you are interested.

We just figured the–the food shouldn’t go to waste.

I don’t have much appetite.

Oh, Lani, it’s so good to see you.

I’m so sorry, Julie.

Thank you.

Doug was a great man. He was a beautiful person in every way.

Yes, he was. Thank you. Oh, Jen. Oh, Jenny.

I love you so much. I love you.

[soft music]

Well done.

Thanks. Although I’m guessing people aren’t going to really have much of an appetite.

You know, Doug was always so good at raising everyone’s spirits. In his honor, I say we take up the mantle.

Just don’t ask me to sing.

[laughs]

Uh, thanks.

I will spare both of us that. How about a toast? To Doug, a true gentleman of a bygone era. His kindness, charisma, his joy of life touched everyone he ever met, and we’re all better for it. He will live on forever in our hearts and in our minds.

To Doug.

To Doug. [glasses clink]

Can I get you some more tea?

Oh, no. Thank you. I’m fine. Jennifer, thank you for calling Hope. I’ll call her when I can.

There’s no rush. Shawn is there with her. She’s OK.

Julie, um, I just want to let you know that the ambulance has left.

Julie.

Maggie. Oh, Maggie. Doug loved you so much. I hope you know that.

Oh, and that made me very lucky. We’re all lucky to have known your wonderful husband. He was one of a kind. And he will be greatly missed.

Look at you, Sarah. Oh, you’re walking again. That’s wonderful.

I’m so sorry, Julie. I’m sorry for your loss.

Thank you. Thank you.

I hope I’m not intruding. Grandpa Abe, he’s holding down the fort with the kids, but I just had to come and pay my respects.

Oh. Oh. [laughter]

Oh, your husband, Julie, he was– he was the best in all of us. Kind, generous, with the biggest heart. And that–that–that most endearing smile. I was so fond of him.

He was fond of you, darling. He admired your spirit and your style.

[laughter]

Oh.

Julie.

Marlena!

My darling. I wouldn’t be anywhere else right now. Nowhere else. And I want to remind you that you and Doug, your love and your devotion were– are an inspiration to us all. They will be forever.

Thank you for saying that.

Of course. Of course. Now, if there’s anything you need at all, anything at all, you’re to call me, all right?

We’re all going to be here for you, all of us. Every single one of us.

My family, you, my friends, I– I thank you for– for being here, for showing me so much love and support. And it means the world. It means the world to me.

[phone beeps]

Ciara, it’s Shawn. I, uh– I have some bad news.

[machine beeping]

Hey, Brady. Well, my dad–

My dad, he died tonight. I think I was in denial this day would ever come. Now that it’s here, I don’t know what to do. Anyway, Dad was always so strong. We all relied on him so much to keep us strong, and now– [sighs] You know, no matter what I was going through, he always made me feel safe and so loved. So loved. [crying]

The only other person who’s ever made me feel that way is you, and I really need you. I really, really need you right now, Brady. [sighs]

Bo? Bo? Bo.

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Mmm. [crunching]

Oh, honey, I’m pulling it all together now. I’m coming. Oh.

[playful jazz music] Oh, I turned down the oven again. Oh, but I’m afraid that turkey is gonna be drier than the Mojave Desert if the kids don’t get here soon. [sighs]

Any news on the flight?

No, nothing since they texted that it was delayed and they’re stuck in D.C. Oh, as if their visit wasn’t gonna be brief enough already. [bag crackles] Oh. Wait, what? What is this? Oh! What is this?

Nothing. Nothing.

Nothing? Nothing, Abraham Carver? You’re in here eating greasy chips before our huge Thanksgiving dinner, the one that I got up at 6:00 this morning to start cooking?

I’m hungry! And I’ve only had two saltines in the last 36 hours. I need some food. I’m–I’m starving.

Mm, oh, mm, poor you. Oh. Well–well, let me see. Let me just see what I can do about satisfying that appetite of yours, OK?

Yeah. Mm. Mm.

Hey.

Oh, Lani, Eli! Oh-ho-ho! And my babies. Come in here. Come in. Oh-ho-ho! Oh, honey.

Hi, Mom.

Hey. Bring it in.

Oh. Yes, sir.

Oh, so good to see you. Look at them, oh!

[laughs] Tofu turkey? Really, Ari? No, no, no, no. I’m not judging. If you promise to come next year for Thanksgiving, I promise I’ll make you vegan everything. Yeah. I miss you too, my sweet girl. OK. Give my love to Will and Sonny. [knock at door] Te amo. [sighs] JJ.

Hey, Gabi.

Hi.

I hope I’m not interrupting your dinner.

You’re not. We just finished. Come in, please.

Mm-hmm. Where is everybody?

Well, Jada left for the station. And Rafe and my cousin Javi disappeared to go watch football. They’re in a food coma, sacked out on the couch. So I’m in here, stuck with the dishes.

Ah, not fair.

Right? Though they did do all the cooking, so…

Did I–did I know you had a cousin Javi?

No, I don’t think so. He just moved here from Texas. He’s my new personal assistant. Ton of fun. You’ll love him.

OK. Oh, can I–can I help you with the dishes?

That’s kind of you, but I’ve got it. Thanks.

[tense music] So what are you doing here?

Actually, I was– I was hoping you could help me with something.

Thomas, Charlotte, hey. Grandparents are gonna be here in 45 minutes, OK? No mud, no blood. Keep your coats on, please. I love you.

There you are.

Hi. Happy–happy Thanksgiving.

Same to you. Yes.

Are–are Eli and Lani joining us?

Well, that’s Eli’s plan, but the plane was delayed, so we’ll see.

OK, so 8:00, 9:00.

Chad, darling, you know this holiday celebrates gratitude. And I just want you to know I’m very grateful to have this one moment alone with you.

Oh, OK, is there something on your mind?

Rather, something that’s been bothering me for, lo, these many days.

Mm-hmm. Yeah.

Why is Abigail’s imposter living under our roof?

Aaron, I know how hard this is for Felicity to understand. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I–no, I don’t. I–I don’t know what’s gonna happen with Mark, but I promise you, I am doing everything that I can for him and to bring Mom back to us. Oh, honey. Yeah, I do too. I pray that she’s still alive every night. [sighs] Look, I–I wish more than anything that I could spend Thanksgiving with you and Felicity. But it is just better this way. It’s safer for both of you.

Yeah, no one should be paying for my sins but me. That’s–

[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

[sighs, chuckles] Well, Abe is reading those little angels “Goodnight Moon,” and their eyes are already at half-mast.

Oh, well, I’m sure that they will take a long nap, since they did not sleep on the plane.

Yeah, they just wanted to walk up and down the aisle and wake up everybody who was sleeping.

[laughs] No. Aww. Well, you know, nothing like being stuck for hours in a metal tube with two toddlers. [laughter]

Yeah, it wasn’t fun.

Oh, well, I am gonna go check on the twins, see if Dad was able to get them to sleep.

Mm-hmm, well, even if he didn’t, you know, just bring them back in here. I miss those kids.

I will do that.

[chuckles] So, Eli, can I get you anything? You know, you want something to eat?

No.

Maybe a drink?

No, I’m good. I had a bunch of peanuts on the airplane.

OK, well, then… maybe I can offer you something else.

Like what?

Well, Eli, you know, I’ve been thinking about this for quite a while now, and I’m glad I have this moment alone with you, you know. And you know how much now Abe and I have been missing you and Lani and the twins.

Yeah, well, we’ve missed you as well.

Mm-hmm, well, it occurred to me that wouldn’t it– wouldn’t it be great if we all, you know, lived closer together again?

[sighs] Yeah, that would be great, but–

How would you like to come back to the Salem PD?

[dramatic music]

You want my help? With what?

[sighs] Remember the other day, you said if there’s anything you can do to help get Abigail’s remains from Clyde that… you’d be happy to do it?

Yeah.

Well, if you really meant it, I– I was hoping I could take you up on that.

Well, it depends. What would you need me to do?

Not much, just… be my sister.

Chad, you must understand what I am feeling. Out of the blue, you come into the house with this Cat succubus on your arm and say you’ve dropped the charges against her and invited her to live in the house.

I know you’re upset.

Oh, I am. This is my home. I think I deserve to know what the hell you’re thinking.

It’s just–it’s– it’s just a little hard to explain.

Well, try. Darling, you must know the Horton house has always been open to anyone on holidays, someone that didn’t have a place to go or needed tender loving care. But, Chad, I refuse. I absolutely refuse to let that girl break bread with Abigail’s mother and father and brother sitting at the Thanksgiving table.

She will be upstairs. She will have her dinner upstairs. She will stay out of everyone’s way, I promise.

Out of everyone’s way? What–what is she doing in the house at all? Why isn’t she with her own bloody family? Why are you doing so much for her?

I’m not doing it for her. I’m doing it for Abigail.

I love you, Aaron. Happy Thanksgiving to you and to Felicity. We’ll all be together soon, OK? Bye.

Yours was not the face I wanted to see when I walked through that door.

I–I know. I’m very, very sorry. I wasn’t supposed to be here. I was gonna be gone before you arrived.

Our flight arrived early.

I’m–I’m gonna go. But before I do, please just allow me to say how sorry I– [gasps, grunts]

Jennifer.

No, no. I–I deserved that. I–

Oh, no. That is the least you deserve after posing as our dead daughter.

[dramatic music] But you didn’t fool me. All I had to do was look in your eyes, and I could see that you were a fraud.

My whole family thought I was crazy because I wouldn’t believe that DNA test– you know, the one that your brother falsified? So my–my husband, my son-in-law, my entire family has been through hell because of your lies.

I know. I know that. And I am– I am very sorry. I was desperate. I was desperate to save my mother’s life. And if I could go back–

What, go back– go back and what, be a better person? Don’t you think it’s a little too late for that now?

Jennifer–

And for some reason, Chad wants you here, which Jack and I cannot even fathom why. But if you had any self-respect, you would walk out that door, and you would never come back here!

You dropped the charges against Cat for Abigail’s sake? You invited Cat into the house for Abigail’s sake? Well, I don’t understand your reasoning here.

You have every right to be angry.

I am.

OK, but listen to me. I was doing this to protect you. Doug–Doug hasn’t been feeling well, and I know that you’ve been really worried about him. And I just thought that the less– the less you knew, the better.

Oh, come on. Doug is fine. Please, just tell me what the hell is going on.

Well?

[clears throat]

Clyde called.

Clyde? What does he want?

He wants me to turn over Cat to him.

That’s why you dropped the charges.

Yeah.

OK. All right. Well, turn her over. What are you waiting for?

It’s not that easy; I can’t just– I can’t just hand her over to him and– and let him murder her. I mean, I–I hate what she did, but I mean, her mother’s being held hostage. You know, she was desperate. And I’m sure you would agree that she doesn’t deserve to lose her life over that.

Well, of course not, but… God, why does she have to be here?

Do you remember why we thought she was Abigail in the first place? It wasn’t just because of the DNA test. It was because we exhumed Abigail’s grave and it was empty.

Of course I remember.

Julie, I need to find Abigail, OK? I need to–I need to know that my wife is resting in peace. And the only person that can tell me that is Clyde Weston. And–and the only way I can find him–

You’re using her as bait.

I am. And I have a plan.

Plan? You have a plan to confront Clyde Weston? Not by yourself.

Nope, nope. JJ’s gonna help me.

[sighs]

You want me to pretend to be Abigail? Isn’t that Cat Greene’s department?

Yeah, not anymore, obviously. So here’s what’s going on. Clyde contacted Chad again. He wants Cat and Chad to check into a hotel as Mr. And Mrs. Chad DiMera.

Oh, my God. They’d be sitting ducks.

Exactly, which is why Chad wants to bring along a decoy couple– you and me.

[laughs] Paulina, look, I don’t know. I mean–

Eli, wait. Now, before you accept it or reject it, just let me say this. Now, not only do we miss you on the force. We need you. The–the department has had a mass exodus. Shawn Brady left town. Ex-Officer Goldman is in prison. Harris Michaels, he’s God knows where. And Rafe Hernandez, he just quit.

Rafe quit? What? Why? What’s that all about?

[sighs] Well, I promoted Jada to commissioner, and he decided to move on. Anyway, I have been promising to beef up the ranks. But good detectives, they are hard to come by. And, you know, you– you and Lani, you’re the best. And I was hoping that you two could, you know, be a package deal.

[sighs] Paulina, I don’t know. I mean, Lani’s been having a good time at–at the house with Jules and Carver, especially because she missed so much time away from them.

Oh, yeah, but they’ll be in a preschool full-time next year. And she told me she wanted to be back in the workforce then. Come on, and don’t– you know, don’t you love– you and Lani, don’t you love working together again? I mean, come on. It’s a win-win-win. Don’t you agree?

Paulina, I–as much as–

Oh, well, “Goodnight Moon” did not do the trick. But one lullaby by their sweet grandpa, and those kids are out cold.

Ah, it’s a defense mechanism. You know, it works every time.

[laughs]

Are we interrupting something?

No, you’re not. I was just proposing to Eli that he and Lani come back to the Salem PD.

Well, I think that’s a great idea.

Mom, aren’t you forgetting something? As much as I would love that, you know I cannot work for the police anymore, not with a felony conviction.

Oh, no, you know, I’m sure I could pull a few strings.

No, no, Mom, I really appreciate that. But that would not be a good look for either of us.

Well, what if Eli came back to the PD and you found another job, one that pays well, parent-friendly hours, and just a lot of other good perks?

That sounds amazing, Dad, but I am not sure a job like that actually exists.

You know, I happen to know of one.

Oh, yeah? What is that?

Well, you can no longer be a cop, but… you can play a cop on TV.

[dramatic music]

[sighs]

How could I possibly pose as Abigail? We look nothing alike.

That’s true. But when Abigail was dealing with DID and believed that she was Gabby, she had us all convinced that she was you.

Good point. So what would I have to do?

We’re still waiting to hear the details from Clyde, but the tentative plan is that you and I would check into the hotel. That way, Cat and Chad can get the drop on Clyde while we–

Become the sitting ducks.

Right. The idea is to get out and ahead of Clyde. And, Gabi, don’t forget I was a cop, so I will do my damnedest to protect you. And look, I–I–I get that I am asking a lot. So if you are not comfortable doing this, I understand. It’s your call.

JJ is gonna help you confront Clyde Weston? You’re gonna put him in danger too?

No, no, no. I was gonna talk him out of it, but JJ feels as strongly about it as I do. He wants to find Abby. [buzzer blares]

It’s the Parker House rolls. I got to take them out of the oven.

No, no, no, no, no, no. I’ve got it. I’ve got it. I’ve got it. I’ve got it.

Oh. [sighs]

[sighs]

[phone rings]

Hello. Oh. [laughing] Hope, darling, hi. I was just looking at a picture of you and your dad. Yeah. Happy Thanksgiving.

I want nothing more than to walk out that door and never come back, trust me.

Go. Go!

You have to understand, the way your family means what it does to you, it’s the same for me. My family is everything to me. And if there’s a chance that my mother’s still alive, I am the only one who can help her.

Jack. Jennifer. Hi. Hi, I didn’t–I didn’t– I didn’t know you were here. Happy Thanksgiving.

No, it’s not.

No, it’s not. Sorry. Look, you guys weren’t supposed to run into each other, OK? I know this must be very difficult.

Why is she even here?

She’s here because we need her help, Jennifer. We need her help to find out what Clyde did with Abigail’s body. And she could have–

She could be in jail if she were truly sorry for what she did.

I just want to see my grandchildren. Where are they?

They–they just came in from outside. They’re upstairs playing.

Well, maybe we’ll surprise them and they’ll let us play the last round.

Oh, my God, Chad. I am sorry. I was not gonna be here.

Just stop. [phone rings]

[suspenseful music] This is Chad DiMera. Hello, Clyde.

What do you mean, I can play a detective on TV? Dad, I am not an actress.

Have you ever tried acting?

No, but I mean–

Well, then how do you know if you’re not an actress? Most of the cast on “Body & Soul” are also inexperienced, right, Abe?

Definitely.

Mm-hmm. Oh, I know. Lani, she could play Faith’s older sister. She and Chanel would have natural chemistry.

[laughs]

No, that would be perfect. That would be perfect. Faith would welcome her long-lost big sister, who happens to be a crackerjack police detective.

Oh, I love it! Oh-ho, and I know that Abe has been trying to beef up his Pineview police force, just like I’m trying to do in real life at the Salem PD.

OK, look, Mom, Dad, I am grateful for the offer and–and flattered that you think I could do it, but… I just accepted a part-time job. And it starts after the holidays.

Oh. Well, you know what? That gives you time to give them ample notice. You could just tell them you changed your mind.

Mom, it’s a job that I am really excited about. I’ll be working at the preschool with the kids, and I won’t have to be separated from them.

Oh. Well, you know, I know this is very important to you, Lani, but–

Look, Paulina, Abe, we’ve always had a plan to move back to Salem one day because we miss you all so much. But right now, Jules and Carver, they love their school, love their friends.

And Eli loves his job.

Mm.

OK?

So…

No, I hope you understand.

The answer is a resounding no, huh?

No, Mom, it’s not. It’s just not yet. OK, like Eli said, we miss being here, and being back home has been so great. We love being with you guys. But we will be back soon.

Is that a promise?

[dramatic music]

That’s a promise.

Come here. It’s a big promise.

Oh, OK. Oh.

If I said no, what would you do? Do you have a plan B?

I’d figure something out. Look, look, Gabi, I– this is a lot to ask, so if–if you don’t want to do it–

No, I–I didn’t say that. I’m just thinking. Like I already told you, I have a personal stake in this too.

Clyde terrorized me while I was in prison. He broke my leg as a warning to Stefan.

I didn’t know that.

Yeah. And then he forced Stefan and Ava into the unholy partnership that led Stefan to cheat on me.

Clyde Weston kind of ruined my life. And if it wasn’t for him, I’d still be happily married.

I’m really sorry.

Yeah. Me too. But all that makes it easier to decide. I’m not gonna let him get away with this.

So yes, I’m in.

And things with Shawn-Douglas? [chuckles] Well, sounds promising.

And how is Bo doing, darling?

I’m so sorry.

Well, all–all you can do is what you are doing. It’s your presence. That–that–that’s– that’s the important thing. Oh, I’m sure he feels that you’re there too.

Oh, your dad’s much better today. Yeah, he got up early, at the crack of dawn… [chuckles] Dressed the turkey. Well, I’d have you speak with him now, but he’s– he’s taking a little rest before the dinner party, you know?

Oh, Hope, we miss you so much. I know. Still, can’t wait till we get to see you again. [chuckles]

Yeah, so, Clyde, you ready to tell me what your plan is?

Yeah, I’m ready.

Uh-huh.

Yeah, no, I still have her. No, I told her I feel bad about her mother. She thinks I’m gonna help track her down. No, she has no idea I’m gonna hand her over to you, which I won’t be doing until I get the information about Abigail. We clear? Yeah, OK. I’ll see you there.

What did Clyde say?

Clyde? What about Clyde?

[clears throat] He gave me a time and place to meet, so we have to leave–now.

Now? It’s Thanksgiving. How are we gonna get flights?

Well, I was expecting Clyde’s call, so I have the DiMera jet on standby.

Whoa, whoa, wait– wait a minute. You’re going up against Clyde Weston, just the two of you, without any backup?

No, not–

Mom, Dad?

JJ.

Hey.

What–

Happy Thanksgiving.

Hi.

[dramatic music]

Is everything OK?

Clyde called. He wants us to fly out and meet him today.

Who’s us?

I’m going with him.

What, JJ’s your backup?

I just talked to Gabi. She’s in too.

Gabi Hernandez? What–what the hell are you doing?

We’re going along as decoys.

No, you’re not. No, you’re not. I already lost one child to that monster. I am not gonna let you voluntarily get caught in Clyde’s crosshairs. We need you, and your kids need you. He wants her. That’s who he wants. Send her. You two are not going. You’re not going.

Mm.

[chuckles]

Oh.

We’re sorry to disappoint you, Mom.

Well, no, no, honey, honey, that’s all right. You know, I’m disappointed, I’m not gonna lie to you, but Abe and I, we do understand.

Yeah, of course we do.

Mm-hmm. But you can’t blame us for trying, though, can you? [laughter]

No, no, we love that you tried. I mean, who doesn’t want to feel wanted, right?

Mm-hmm.

And like Lani said, we’ll be back soon.

Hmm. In the meantime, maybe this will make you feel better. Jules and Carver helped me make your famous turkey cookies.

Ooh.

[chuckles]

[laughs] Oh, how sweet. Oh! Oh, they must have got that baking gene from Chanel.

Well, these look delicious.

Mm-hmm. Well, we are certainly not lacking any kind of dessert. We’ve got sweet potato pie, pumpkin pie, and Chanel brought over enough chocolate turkeys for everyone. She’s gonna stop by later after– and get some real food after that stuffy dinner at the DiMeras’.

Oh, you know what? I told Grandma I’d stop by before dinner. Maybe this might be a good time to go?

Oh, well, that’s up to Abe. He was starving earlier.

Hey, I’m–I’m good. I think a couple of these will hold me over. [laughter]

I’m sure we can arrange that.

You take your time, Eli. [laughter]

And you make sure you tell Doug and Julie that we wish them a very happy Thanksgiving.

I will.

Mom, please. I understand why you’re upset, OK? I do. But this is my decision, and I’m going.

All right, baby. Just listen to me, please. As much as I want to find out what happened to Abigail’s body…

She is gone. But you’re–you’re alive. And I don’t think it’s worth the risk, JJ. Please.

But it’s not– it’s not just about recovering Abigail’s remains, Mom. It’s about bringing that son of a bitch who murdered her to justice. As long as he is out there, we’ll never feel safe.

Jennifer, we need to do this. We have to leave now.

Jennifer, Jack. [chuckles] What’s wrong?

What have you done now?

Julie, it’s Clyde. He called and he set up a meeting. So we have to leave right now. Will you please watch Thomas and Charlotte for me?

Well, of course, but, Chad–

I know. I’ll tell you all about it when we get back safely. I’m gonna say goodbye to the kids.

Please tell Doug we’re sorry for missing Thanksgiving dinner.

[sighs] Of–of course. We’ll have a big celebration when you get back.

Well, most of us will.

JJ. Son, please, be careful.

I will. Try not to worry, OK?

You better pray that they both come back safely to us, or Clyde won’t be the only one I hold responsible.

Well… [sighs] I guess I should have gotten a smaller turkey, huh?

I’m sorry, Julie. This is not the Thanksgiving that any of us imagined. But maybe now JJ and Chad can put an end to this nightmare.

Hopefully. We’ve got to put on a brave face for those children. You know, when Charlotte and Thomas come down, the first thing they’re gonna do is start quarreling over who gets the wishbone for that turkey.

Right, right.

[laughs] Yeah, ready for dinner, which is ready right now, by the way.

OK.

I’ll go wrangle the kids.

OK.

OK, good.

Will you please wrangle Doug? He’s taking a nap. He’s right up there.

OK.

OK.

All right.

Tell him it’s also time to do the blessing and to carve up the turkey.

Oh, good. I’ll wrangle him now.

Thank you, dear. Thank you. [sighs]

[dramatic music]

Mmm. These really are delicious.

Mm-hmm.

They are.

[chuckles] Mm. Oh, honey, honey. Oh, I’m so glad that you’re here. Oh.

Well, I’m glad to be here. I’m very thankful to be here…

Oh.

With my wonderful parents.

[chuckles] Ooh, when I think back to last Thanksgiving, oh, you were in prison, Abe had no memory of our life together, and I was trying to convince myself I wasn’t sick.

Yeah, that was… an awful time.

Mm, but now you’re free, I’m cured, and…[laughs] Not only has this man got his memory back. He has launched his very own soap opera.

What a difference a year makes.

Mm-hmm. I can’t wait to see what the next one brings.

Mm.

[chuckles] Mm. [laughter]

Happy Thanksgiving.

Oh, Eli!

Hi.

Oh, darling!

Oh!

Oh, so good to see you.

Ah, it’s good to see you. I’ve missed you.

Well, you don’t know how much we miss you and Lani and the little babies. I assume they’re still over at Paulina’s?

Yes, they needed a nap.

Oh.

But they’ll be here later.

OK.

In the meantime, they baked you some cookies. I’m not sure if they’re up to Horton standards, but they’re edible.

Oh! Well, if those angels baked them, they’re going to be delicious. [chuckles] Would you put them in the dining room? And in a minute, I’ll be right in. I just want to pick up my candlesticks, my grandmother’s candlesticks, for the table.

Anything else I can do?

No, darling. Thank you.

All right. Where’s Doug?

Oh, he’s taking a nap too. [chuckles] Just sent Jack up to get him. He’ll be down in a minute.

Sounds good.

Doug. Hey. Ready for some turkey? Doug.

Doug?

[gasps] Eli, hi!

Hey.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Hey, Jennifer.

Oh, gosh.

Good to see you.

Good to see you. Are Lani and the kids here?

No, they are taking a much-needed nap, but Lani’s gonna bring them over later. They’re looking forward to playing with Charlotte and Thomas. Where are they at?

Well, they’re upstairs playing “Chutes and Ladders,” but they’ll be coming down soon.

Oh, OK. Chad and JJ, they here?

Yeah, they–they were here a while ago, but they had to leave.

Before Thanksgiving dinner?

Eli, it is a long story.

[light music]

Please, help us bring Abigail home.

Chad, I am so sorry about the scene with Abigail’s parents. I know it’s all on me. It was not my intention…

OK, look…

To upset them today.

I’m getting really tired of the apologies, yeah? So let’s just move forward. We got to focus on figuring out a way to bring Clyde down.

Yeah, got it.

Hey, Chad.

Hey, Gabi.

Thank you again for agreeing to do this, especially on short notice.

Yeah, I wasn’t expecting this adventure to come so soon. I left a huge pile of dishes in the sink. Didn’t say a word to Rafe about it. He’d totally freak if he knew what I was up to. But I hate Clyde Weston as much as you do, so I’m glad I could be a part of it.

Well, it means a lot to me.

And to me.

And to me. Like I said, I’m just glad that I can help out, although none of us would have had to do any of this if it wasn’t for you.

Yeah, you know, I just got an earful from Abigail’s parents and from Julie, so…

Oh, well, Will wonders never cease? For once, Julie Williams and I see eye to eye.

[candlesticks clang]

[sighs] My grandmother’s candlesticks, just for the dining room table. Aren’t they lovely?

[dramatic music] Where’s Doug? Did you wake him up?

Julie, I–

No. I mean, I tried.

Julie, I’m so sorry.

[candlestick clatters]

No! [gasping] Oh, my God.

Oh, my God. [gasping]

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