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Yeah, I really don’t want to talk about this right now.

Well, Tate does. That’s why he went to your house.

Wait. Tate went to my house? When?

A little while ago. He’s probably there right now.

Oh, no.

What do you mean, “Oh, no?” Is that a problem? [knocking]

Holly, are you in there? What the hell are you doing in here? [tense music]

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Hey. Rivera said you were in here working on EJ’s case. I figured you could use this.

Thank you.

You, uh– you been here all night?

I caught a couple hours sleep at the crib. I just wanted to see if anything jumped out at me while it’s still fresh. This will definitely help.

Yeah, well, you helped me last night, going on about– going on about Jada. So–

Hey, what are partners for?

Well, it goes both ways. So if there’s any way I can return the favor, just let me know.

You know, there, uh– there actually is something I want to run by you. It’s about Gabi. [gentle music]

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[gasps] Kristen. My God, you scared the crap out of me.

Yeah, I can see that. Kind of ironic, since you’re the one breaking into my house.

I didn’t break in. I still have my key from when I was married to Stefan.

Oh. Well, I’m gonna need that back. But first, why don’t you tell me what you’re doing here. [tense music]

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Marlena, just keep me posted, OK? All right. And listen, take care of yourself. I will. Love you. Bye. And look who’s up.

Yes, I didn’t expect to sleep this late.

Well, we have no coffee, but I got lattes and stuff.

Oh, I love you. Any updates on Dad?

Uh, not much, but I just got off the phone with Marlena. They did find some files in that facility, and they’re encrypted. But Steve is having the ISA work on them.

Well, I mean, that’s something. I was really hoping to wake up to some news today.

Well, there is some news, but it’s not about that. EJ was shot last night. [tense music]

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[machines beeping]

Ah. So, any advice you’d like to share to help me get back in my son’s good graces? Not sure why I’m asking. Not like you had any impressive people skills. But… I am my father’s son. [chuckles] You were always one step ahead. And so am I. [sighs] I win. What are you doing? [gunshot] [machines beeping] [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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EJ was shot?

At the DiMera house. Someone walked in– we don’t know who– put a bullet right in his chest. And Chad found him lying on the living room floor.

Is he alive?

He’s–he’s alive. Belle, he’s in bad shape.

How bad?

He’s in a medically induced coma.

Did you and Gabi hit a rough patch?

No. Everything’s fine between us.

OK, so then what’s going on?

I’m not even sure how to say this.

Look, JJ, whatever it is, you can tell me. I mean, we’re partners, remember?

I’m just wondering if, uh–

If what?

If it’s at all possible that Gabi could have been involved in EJ’s shooting. [tense music]

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Happy now?

Well, that depends. Did you make copies?

Yes, Kristen, I made a whole keychain full because I just love being in this house.

Well, something brought you here. So why don’t you tell me what it is?

DiMera business. I need you to sign off on these expense reports. You know, I stopped by your office, but you weren’t there, obviously.

Hmm. There. I’m running late. Yes, and as you can see, we had a very eventful evening.

I heard.

Mm-hmm.

You know, it’s crazy that someone shot EJ and even crazier that he survived.

Barely. They removed the bullet, but it’s still touch and go.

Do the police have any idea who did it?

No, they don’t. Do you?

Is this about your breakup?

What?

I’m just wondering if maybe you’re reacting this way because you don’t want to see Tate. I mean, you didn’t respond to any of his texts.

No, that’s not– OK, Sophia, are you sure Tate went to my house?

Yes, I’m sure. I was just with him. He was like, oh, I should probably go see if Holly’s OK. And then he headed over there. Why are you acting like this is some big catastrophe?

It’s none of your damn business, OK?

This isn’t what you think.

Really? Because you’re nearly naked in Holly’s bedroom, so it looks to me like you’re sleeping with my girlfriend.

Except Holly isn’t your girlfriend anymore, is she?

Uh-huh.

Oh, my God. I–I just can’t believe this.

I know. I was–I was shocked, too. Kristen called me last night to make sure I wasn’t worried. Because Rachel was in the house when it happened.

What?

Yeah, she’s OK. She’s–she apparently slept through it. Kristen was there as well, but apparently she was drying her hair and didn’t hear a thing either, but– let’s thank God they weren’t hurt.

So then whoever did this was only after EJ.

Seems that way.

So you think Gabi might have shot EJ?

Remember when I said I was gonna swing by her place last night?

Yeah. Yeah. To find out if anything happened between Rafe and Jada.

Yeah, well, I didn’t find out. Gabi wasn’t there. House was empty.

OK. Maybe–maybe she was still at work.

I called her office. They said she’d been gone for hours.

So you think that because she wasn’t home when you stopped by, that maybe– maybe she could have done this?

It’s not the only reason, Shawn.

Oh, yeah. It’s the other reason.

That Gabi almost shot EJ once before.

Why the hell would I know anything about EJ’s shooting?

Well, because you are dating JJ Deveraux.

Yeah, so?

So? He’s one of the detectives on this case.

And what? You think he’s giving me the inside scoop over dinner? I’m not sure how you think police investigations work, but detectives do not share sensitive details with civilians. JJ is not gonna tell me a damn thing.

Oh, is that because you’re a civilian or because you’re a suspect?

Yeah, you’re right. She broke up with me because of you.

You’re blaming me? You’re the one who ratted me out to Julie.

Yeah, I was trying to protect Holly because you were gonna ruin her life.

Please, dude, spare me the hero act, OK? You told on me because you were jealous.

Oh, my God. What? Of some loser like you? No, not at all.

Yeah. You hated that Holly and I were getting close, so you told Julie that I took her necklace.

Dude, you are such a jerk. No, you didn’t take it. You stole it the day of her husband’s memorial.

And you added to a grieving widow’s pain by telling her.

By what? By what? By–by telling her that the guy that she took in, that she treated like family is a two-faced crook? Is that what it is? Doug, tell me, did you steal something else. Huh?

You know something, Tate? You’re–you’re right, man. I am partly to blame for Holly cutting you loose.

Oh, you’re partly to blame?

Yeah. [sighs] Holly and I, when we woke up together this morning, she told me that your narcing on me was just the last straw, that, uh– oh, how did she put it? That your relationship’s been barely hanging by a thread for a while now. Because from the start, it’s been nothing but drama.

No, that’s not even close to true.

Dude, you knocked up her best friend.

Yeah, and I bet you just loved that, didn’t you? That gave you the perfect chance to just move in.

Don’t put this on me, man. Holly wanted to be with you, OK? But you kept running off every five minutes to deal with doctor’s appointments and adoption meetings. And when Holly needed someone, I was there for her. And that made you insane. Just admit it, Tate. You didn’t know how else to get rid of me, so you went crying to Julie. But really, what else should I expect from such an insecure little baby?

[grunts] [tense music]

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Hey, Mom.

Where is Tate? I thought you said he’d be here.

He will be.

Really? Or is this just a ruse to get out of going to school on time?

No, I told you already. The teachers are having a conference today, so we’re not starting until third period.

Well, that doesn’t explain where Tate is. You said you two wanted to discuss the adoption.

We do, and Tate just had to take care of something.

Now?

It was important.

What could be more important than the future of your baby?

What the hell is going on?

Yeah, that’s exactly what I would like to know. I just walked in here and found this guy in his underwear.

Would you just calm down?

Are you sleeping with him?

No! I mean, Doug spent the night, yeah, but that’s it.

OK, and let me guess. Nothing happened.

Yeah, that’s right, Tate. Nothing happened. He slept on the floor. It was completely innocent.

I tried to tell him that. He wasn’t exactly receptive.

Shut up, dude. I–

See what I mean?

He needed a place to crash. That’s it.

OK. And of all the options, he chose your cold, hard floor?

What all options, Tate? He had nowhere else to go. Julie kicked him out of the house because of you. And I wasn’t gonna let him sleep in the park another night. God, what are you even doing here anyway?

I came to see if you knew about EJ.

Yeah, I got a news alert.

OK. Then there’s nothing else to say. [tense music]

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Oh, my God, Brady. I was there last night. I wore that wire trying to get EJ to admit what he did to Rafe and Jada. Oh, God. And when he caught me, I got so upset, I stormed out. And now he’s lying in a hospital bed clinging to life.

So how are you feeling? That this is, like, karma?

I–I honestly don’t know how to feel.

Yeah, you told me about that, about– about Gabi pulling a gun on EJ.

So you’d agree that it’s not out of the question that she might do it again.

And risk going to prison? And risk losing Arianna?

Look, I wish I could say no, Shawn. Back before they found Rafe, Gabi was locked in, laser focused on getting what she wanted. If I hadn’t come in when I did, I think she would have blown EJ away right there. What if this time, no one was there to stop her?

Why the hell would you say that I’m a suspect?

Because you certainly had a motive.

So does half this town.

Oh, come on, Gabi. You hated EJ ever since he shipped you to prison for Li’s murder. And if that wasn’t enough, you clearly were angry about what he did to your beloved brother. And even more so because you knew that he wasn’t gonna get prosecuted for it.

You’re right. I was.

Yeah. Were you angry enough to take out a gun last night and shoot him?

I could ask you the same question. [tense music]

Mom, just chill out, OK? Tate’s gonna be here any minute.

I hope so. Because if you two want me to reconsider this adoption, I need to know this baby is your first priority.

No, it is. I promise you that.

Sophia, Mrs. Choi, sorry. My bad. I’m sorry I’m late.

Mm-hmm.

Mom, I’m just gonna– I’m just gonna talk to Tate really quickly.

Are you OK?

Yeah. Why?

Well, you just– you seem kind of upset.

I’m fine.

Are you sure? Because I ran into Holly before. And when I told her you were at our house, like, got really weird about it, like she didn’t want you there.

Well, maybe that’s because she had Doug Williams holed up in her room.

At least Tate hit me before I got dressed.

Yeah. Last time someone punched you, you bled all over your shirt. Here.

You were so nice to me that day. You hardly even knew me.

Well, I knew you were in pretty rough shape and that my aunt Sarah would be cool.

She stitched me up, and you took me back here. I really have to stop doing this to you.

I don’t mind. You’re my friend. Does it hurt?

No. He barely touched me. Nothing a little breakfast won’t fix.

Shoot. Um, I kind of forgot about breakfast.

I have been trying so hard to get over EJ and to get him out of my life for good. I mean, that’s why I wore the wire last night. And I–I just can’t do it.

Belle, you tried. You tried. You took a big risk doing that.

I don’t understand. Yes, wearing the wire didn’t work, obviously. I didn’t get the confession. But what I meant was that– oh, God. Never mind. I can’t even say it. It’s too humiliating.

Belle, hey, you know I’m not gonna judge you. You know that.

All right. Well, like I told you, EJ said that I only wore the wire because I couldn’t resist him and that I only wanted to put him behind bars because then there would be no more temptation. And then I could prove to myself that I didn’t want him anymore. But what does it mean that I failed? I get nothing, and he’s still free?

No, it means that EJ, he knew what you were up to.

Yeah, because he’s smart. He is way too smart to believe that right after I kick him out of my life, I’m gonna show up on his doorstep and tell him I want to rekindle things. It was just a very bad plan, Brady, and you know what? I knew that going in.

And you knew that he’d bust you.

Yeah. I mean, I suspected he would. And maybe on some level, I wanted him to. When I was trying to get EJ to confess and, you know, saying that I missed him and that, you know, if he promised that he would never do anything crazy again, that maybe there would be a future for us, obviously, I was lying. But–

But what?

But maybe– I don’t know– subconsciously, I wasn’t. Maybe EJ’s right, and I do want him. And I don’t want him to go to prison because then he would be gone. And–and then I hear that he gets shot, and I’m upset, and I’m worried about a guy that everyone knows is a monster. I mean, what is wrong with me?

God, there’s nothing– hey, sis, there’s nothing wrong with you. It’s this–it’s the same dynamic I had with Kristen, OK? Intellectually, I knew she was violent. I knew she was wrong. I knew she was–she was– she was difficult. But did I stop? No. Why? Because the pull was too strong. That’s why I have to work every day. I work very hard every day– I still do–just like through the program, to make sure I don’t get sucked back into it.

What if no matter how hard I work, I can’t shake him? I told you what he said, that he’s always gonna be in my head and my heart and my soul.

Listen. Hey. He’s a pompous ass with a giant ego, OK? He’s gonna gloat.

I get it, OK? You hate him just like everyone else. And I want to hate him. I do. I want to do a freaking happy dance that he’s lying in a coma and raise a glass and say that an evil, ruthless man finally got what he deserved. But I can’t, Brady. I can’t.

If you really think that Gabi might have shot EJ, why don’t you just ask her?

I almost did last night right after it happened.

And what stopped you?

I don’t know. Accusing your girlfriend of attempted murder kind of seems like a relationship killer.

Yeah, well, I mean, secretly wondering if your girlfriend is an attempted murderer, that’s not exactly great for your relationship either.

Yeah, Shawn, good point.

I know I got to look into it. I’m just not sure how.

For the record, I don’t think it was Gabi. And she’s not the only one who could have done it. There’s a lot of other people to choose from.

You’re right. Well, I can tell you who’s at the top of my list. Kristen. [tense music]

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And why in God’s name would I want to shoot my own brother?

Oh, honey, you have a stronger motive than I do.

Really? Well, unless I’m missing something, he didn’t send me away for a crime I didn’t commit.

No, but he sent your mother away to parts unknown so that she couldn’t testify against him.

All right. How do you know that?

You. I heard you railing about it to Melinda the other day in your office. I think the entire staff did. So before you accuse me of shooting EJ over what he did to my brother, might you remember that you were just as upset with him over what he did to your mother.

You think I would actually kill the one person who could tell me where she was? Oh, sweetheart, even if I wanted to, I don’t own a gun.

But we both know that you could easily get your hands on one. The only question is, did you use it?

Doug was in Holly’s room? Why?

Sophia.

You should go.

No, she can wait. I want to hear about what happened.

Just please don’t worry about it. Let’s just–we should do this.

OK. So let’s hear it. Why do you think that I should reconsider giving Johnny and Chanel your baby?

Well, Mom, first of all, Tate and I want to thank you for agreeing to meet with us today.

Yes. Yeah. Thank you.

OK. OK. Get on with it.

Well, I’m sure you heard about the news about Johnny’s father.

Of course. It’s been all over the news. I’ve been praying for him.

You have?

Yes. As I’ve told you many times, it’s the sinners who need our prayers the most.

Right. Well, it sounds like he’s in pretty bad shape. And well, not that that’s a good thing. But, um, Tate and I know that your main objection to the adoption was that Mr. DiMera would be in the baby’s life. But now that he’s in a coma, you don’t really have to worry about that anymore.

I read that Mr. DiMera is in a medically induced coma, which I assume means his doctors think he might recover.

True, but if he recovers, it could be years from now. And–and we really don’t know what–what condition he might be in. Right, Tate?

Yeah. Yeah. Right. Right.

Plus, as you know, Johnny and Chanel did move out of the DiMera mansion.

Yes, I know. They’re living with Chanel’s mother. I’m quite fond of her. She is a good Christian woman.

And she’s also the mayor of Salem. So her place has tons of security.

Well, not that whoever did the shooting is after anyone else, but, uh– [sighs] I know that after you read that article you were worried that Mr. DiMera would have an influence in the baby’s life no matter where Johnny and Chanel lived. But again, you know, now that he’s out of commission, there’s just not really a chance of that happening anymore.

Yeah. No–no chance. None at all.

See? Johnny’s dad really just has nothing to do with this anymore. And I know that you felt that the timing of this article was a sign from God that you should stop the adoption. So maybe the timing of this incident is a sign that you should change your mind.

Well, it’s worth considering.

Really?

Yes, but the only two people who can guarantee that Mr. DiMera will be out of the picture as far as the baby’s concerned are Johnny and Chanel. So I’ll need to speak to them before I make any decisions. Make sure you get to third period on time. [tense music]

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[lighthearted music]

So you see, I was on the way to get breakfast, and I ran into Sophia, who told me Tate was headed here. So I just ran straight back.

I know you said to ignore it if someone knocked. I did. But Tate just opened the door, so I’m sorry.

No, I’m the one who’s sorry for not getting here sooner to stop him from slugging you.

Well, you–you picked me up off the floor, so that counts for something. And I guess I can understand why Tate would be pissed to find a guy in his underwear in your room.

Still, that didn’t give him any right to hit you. Are you sure you don’t need any ice?

No, I’m good.

OK. So you think that jaw can handle breakfast?

Oh, for sure.

OK, great. Well, then I will go downstairs and get us something. BRB.

Listen, I don’t want you to beat yourself up over EJ, OK?

How can I not? I mean, I just admitted that I care about a guy who’s hurt so many people that I love, including you.

Well, he’s a despicable person, all right? But just because you care about the fact that he got shot or you care about a man that, given, has done some really terrible things, doesn’t make you despicable, OK? Makes you the opposite. Makes you good-hearted. That makes you a good person that actually has compassion for another human being, Belle.

Then why do I feel just flooded with shame?

Because what you had with him was very intense. You can’t just shut it off. Just like your brother can’t shut off his addiction. Takes time. And just because you have these thoughts in your head that you don’t want to have or these– these feelings or desires that are wrong, that doesn’t mean that you are a bad person. You are–you are my sweet little sister. You are a good girl. And you’re gonna get through this, OK? I know that because I’m your big brother, and that’s what we do. And I’m gonna support you all the way through it, OK?

[sighs] Thank you, Brady.

I love you.

I love you.

Now I get to go be Dad and go to Rachel’s school and make sure that she’s OK. Tell me that you’re gonna be OK here alone.

Yeah, I’ll be fine.

Yeah.

You know, Gabi, I have to say that accusing your boss of attempted murder isn’t a wise career move.

Hmm. And I have to say that hurling similar accusations at your employees doesn’t do well for workplace morale. I think after all the damage that that article did to DiMera, you can use all the loyalty that you can get.

I suppose that’s true. But given everything that’s been happening lately, you’ll have to forgive me. I’m just not in a trusting mood.

That makes two of us. [tense music]

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So Kristen was pretty squirrelly when you questioned her last night?

She couldn’t have gotten away from me fast enough, that’s for sure.

Yeah, and her story, it’s, uh–it’s pretty lame, that she couldn’t see or hear anything because she was upstairs blow-drying her hair.

Of course, Rachel can’t verify any of that. She slept through the entire thing.

I think Kristen knows more than she’s saying. Maybe we should make another run at her.

I think we’d be wasting our time. I can’t imagine she’s gonna say anything more than she did last night.

Then we’ll just have to go about this a different way.

Thanks.

Yeah.

So, uh, that went better than I thought it would.

What? With your mom?

No, with Zendaya. Tate? Hello?

Yeah. Yeah, I agree. Sorry. I thought it went really well.

Well, even though you were someplace else during half that conversation– I can tell you’re still upset about what happened at Holly’s. So will you just finish telling me about it now?

Doug Williams slept on the floor in Holly’s room last night.

What? Why?

Yeah. Holly said he had nowhere else to go. And when I walked in, he was in his boxers. She claimed nothing happened between them.

Do you believe her?

I do, actually. But Holly wasn’t there when I first showed up. And then just seeing him there like that– and then he said some stuff. Really pissed me off. And, um, I hit him.

Oh, boy.

Yeah. So earlier when I said that might be the end of the road for me and Holly– yeah, it definitely is now.

Hey.

Cereal in a mug.

Yeah, well, I didn’t trust myself not to spill two bowls. And I was worried someone might ask questions if they saw me making up a tray. So–

Perfect last meal. Now that Tate knows I’m here, I probably shouldn’t get too comfortable.

You think he’s gonna say something?

Well, he obviously had no problem ratting me out to Julie. So I don’t see why he wouldn’t tell your grandmother that I’m up here.

Yeah, well, I’d like to think he wouldn’t. But then again, I don’t think he was gonna tell Julie about the necklace. God, you know what? I thought I knew Tate really well, but maybe I don’t know him at all. [tender music]

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[machines beeping]

Sorry, detectives. I’m on my way to the office, and I really don’t have time to talk.

We’re not here to talk. We have a warrant to search your bedroom.

Well, then go right on ahead. Like I said, I have to run.

If you wouldn’t mind.

That warrant also covers your belongings.

Uh–

Including that bag, Kristen.

Are you serious? There’s nothing in here except my work papers.

Great. We’ll just have to verify that real quickly.

Can I see your bag, please?

Is this really necessary?

Yeah, I’m afraid it is. [tense music]

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Ask me how my morning is going. All right, I’ll tell you. It’s going superbly. Want to know why? Because Alex agreed to go along with Sarah’s story– you know, the one about me and Stephanie hooking up behind his back? [sighs] So, once again, Xander is none the wiser that our father’s letter is a forgery. Um, hello? Did you hear what I said?

Hmm?

Jeez, Mom, I’m telling you how we narrowly avoided going to prison for fraud. What could be more important than that?

EJ.

Look, we’ve been over this. EJ DiMera is not going to hurt me. I’m not afraid of him.

Nor should you be, because he won’t be coming after you. And he won’t be going after my other sons, as a matter of fact.

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[gentle music]

Hey, sleepyhead.

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[giggles]

[groans]

I snuck out early, got your faves– some pastries and coffee from Sweet Bits.

Oh. I hope you brought extra coffee.

Extra coffee? For who?

For me.

No! No, please, no, no.

Steph, hey, hey, it’s okay. It’s okay. You were just having a bad dream.

Oh.

It’s okay.

Oh, right. Yeah, just a–just a bad dream.

You’re fine. You’re fine, babe. But it obviously upset you a whole lot. Do you remember what it was about? [dramatic music]

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Oh, there you are.

Come here.

Mm. Oh, Xander, you’re all sweaty.

Yeah, we both know how much that turns you on.

Yeah, but not after a workout.

To which I had to add an extra hour to work off all the stress of everything that happened yesterday.

Oh, you mean with Philip and Stephanie?

And Alex, poor bugger. I still can’t believe those two betraying him like that, shagging behind his back.

Yeah, I know. It was a, uh– it was a shock to all of us. But, you know, you heard Alex. I think that, um–I think that he and Stephanie are… going to be able to move past it.

[sputters] I have a hard time believing anybody can just move past something like that… especially not my cousin. But I just– I really hope that it doesn’t negatively impact our working relationship– you know, Philip and Alex being at odds like that. I don’t want anything to mess up our plans to seize control of DiMera, not when we’re so close.

Baby, there’s something I need to tell you.

What is it?

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Okay, let me give you a hint. I just spoke to Stephanie at the hospital.

Okay.

O– And I know about Vivian and the forged letter. Don’t try to deny it. I’m not going to believe you.

Sarah… [clears throat] Assuming you’re here alone and Xander is not waiting outside with a baseball bat… [sighs] I’m guessing that means you haven’t told your husband yet.

No.

And why is that, Sarah?

Because we all know that when I tell Xander, he won’t rest until Philip’s head is on a spike.

Sarah, darling, what– what is it need to tell me?

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I’ve been lying to you.

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[dramatic music]

[yawns] Morning.

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[sighs] It was nothing.

Didn’t seem like nothing to me. It was a sex dream, wasn’t it?

Look, I’m fine now, okay?

Oh.

So can we just drop it, please?

Were you having sex with Philip? Is that why you don’t want to talk about it? Were you having sex with him?

No! And since you obviously won’t drop it, Philip wasn’t even in my dream at all, okay? It was you and Sarah.

Sarah?

I walked in on the two of you… in bed.

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Lying to me? Darling, what on Earth would you have to lie to me about?

It’s–it’s about the secret that Philip and Stephanie have been keeping.

Well, it’s not exactly a secret anymore, at least not to us– it’s all out in the open. What else could you know about it?

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So you agree… that this is the right decision?

It doesn’t really matter what I think.

No, it does, Steph. It does matter what you think, because I am asking you to keep this secret, too. And if you don’t, it doesn’t matter what I think.

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Will you do that?

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Sarah, darling, you’re starting to scare me a bit. What–what is it?

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I knew about the affair.

What?

I knew that Philip was– was sleeping with Stephanie.

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This happened last night.

Yes, and it was all over the news. I’m surprised you didn’t see it.

I was up till 3:00 a.m. on a conference call with Titan Malaysia last night. Sort of slept in.

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And they really have no idea who shot him?

No idea. Although I believe that half of Salem would probably like to shake the hand of whoever it was. Actually, it’s a shame they didn’t kill the son of a bitch. Oh, what? You know how I feel about the man.

Yeah, I do. And it makes me wonder… Mom, did you do this? Did you shoot EJ?

[scoffs]

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Morning. How did you sleep?

A lot better than that park bench, that’s for sure.

Still, the floor couldn’t have been all that comfy.

It was fine, with all the blankets that you gave me. And, Holly, I’m really grateful that you let me stay here, but I’m worried that you’re going to get in trouble.

I won’t. I told you that already.

But your grandma and Julie are really close. What if Ms. Kiriakis finds out and–

She won’t, okay? And even if my grandma does, I can handle her, okay?

Okay. Well, what about Tate?

What about him?

Seriously? You don’t think your boyfriend might have a bit of an issue with me staying here like this? Sleeping in your room?

Yeah, well… even if he does have an issue, it wouldn’t be my problem anymore. Uh… Tate and I… we’re done. I broke up with him. [dramatic music]

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[knock at door]

Oh, hi.

Have you heard?

Uh… have I heard what?

EJ DiMera was shot last night in his own home.

Are you serious? Sophia– No, no, no, my little sister lives there. Do you know, was anyone else hurt?

No, the news said that everyone else in the house was okay. But EJ had to get rushed to the hospital, and they put him in a medically induced coma. He’s in critical condition.

[sighs] Oh, my God. I mean, I’m hardly EJ’s biggest fan, especially after the whole adoption fiasco, but, still, this is Johnny’s father and Rachel’s uncle.

And Holly’s stepdad. That is, before her mom divorced him anyway.

Yeah. Do you think she knows?

Well, it’s all over the news, so I don’t know how she could have missed it.

Yeah, I mean, I just– I wonder how she’s taking it. I mean, I know she was furious at EJ over what he did to Eric and Nicole, pretending to be Jude’s father. But… even so, it can’t be easy for her.

Well, maybe at least now some things might be going a little easier for us.

What do you mean?

I mean that EJ DiMera getting shot could be the answer to our prayers.

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Wow. My own son thinks I tried to kill a man.

Hey, no need to shout it.

Oh, I’m so sorry. What level of volume should I use when I’m being accused of murder?

I didn’t accuse you, Mom. It’s just… I know you were freaking out over EJ threatening me and my brothers. So I was just wondering if maybe… you’d taken action, that’s all.

Yeah, because God forbid that a mother should worry when an immoral son of a bitch threatens the lives of her children, right? But, still, I did not shoot that man.

No, but we both know this wouldn’t be the first time you used a gun to take care of an enemy.

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I’m sorry, Sarah, darling, but you’re not making any sense. Of course you knew that Philip and Stephanie were sleeping together. I’m the one that told you, remember? You were just as surprised as I was.

I was faking.

You were– Sorry, what?

Well, I-I knew about it before you found out.

But… how?

Stephanie told me.

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You had a dream I was having sex with Sarah?

Crazy, right?

I mean, maybe, maybe not. I’m kidding.

Hey!

I’m kidding.

You better be.

Mm. Why would you ever have a dream like that?

I guess… it’s all thanks to this ridiculous lie that she’s made up about me sleeping with Philip behind your back.

Mm.

I’ve been obsessing about it lately.

Yeah, I’m not too thrilled about it either. I mean, I get why Sarah wouldn’t want Xander to know about the real secret that you and Philip were keeping from me. But this whole cover story has me looking like a total simp.

Well, it doesn’t exactly paint me in the most flattering light either, me cheating on you like that.

Then why are we going along with it, seriously? I mean, I get that it would turn Titan upside down… if Xander found out the truth, that… Philip forged this letter basically stealing half of his birthright, but doesn’t Xander have the right to know he’s been duped?

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If you’re talking about Vivian, you know damn well that was an accident.

Yeah, well, that isn’t how she remembers it.

Oh, really? So now you’re taking the word of a psychopath over the word of your mother? And for the record, she already paid me back for accidentally shooting her by purposely shooting me in cold blood and then burying me alive.

Yes, but it’s also because of Vivian that I control half of my father’s company, which you and I both agree is a good thing, right? [dramatic music] So back to the subject at hand– because even if you did shoot Vivian by accident…

I did.

Okay, fair point. But you also tried to kill Chloe, Sami, and my father a couple of times. Not to mention the fact that you have been known to carry a gun in the past.

For protection.

Exactly. Protection. Because if there’s one thing the people of Salem know about Kate Roberts-Brady is that she will go to great lengths to protect the people she cares about… especially when it comes to her family.

You’re damn right.

So then you agree, don’t you? It’s not so far-fetched for me to wonder if maybe… just maybe… you gunned EJ down to stop him from hurting the people you love.

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Did I just hear you right? You think EJ being gunned down in his own home is a good thing?

No, of course not. My God, I-I hate gun violence, no matter who’s getting hurt. And my heart goes out to his family and all that. But I mean… well, haven’t you at least considered what this could mean for the adoption? My mom said her biggest objection was EJ, uh, that she didn’t want him involved, and now…

Sophia… EJ is in a coma. He’s not dead.

I know, and I know that… it’s horrible that the man was shot, but… Like I said, I feel for him and his family. I’m just–I’m looking for a silver lining here, okay? Which is that assuming that it takes a while for Johnny’s dad to recover, if he does, then my mom shouldn’t have any more problems with Johnny and Chanel adopting the baby. I’m sorry. I know that this is all a little bit messed up.

Uh… to put it mildly.

But aren’t you at least the tiniest bit relieved? I mean, hasn’t the adoption caused us enough troubles? Not to mention troubles for you and Holly.

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Yeah, uh, Holly isn’t… really a factor anymore.

What do you mean?

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We just broke up. Uh, more accurately, she broke up with me.

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Well, the shower’s all yours.

Thanks. So you really broke things off with Tate?

Yep.

Do you mind if I ask what happened?

We just got into this stupid fight. Well, the fight wasn’t stupid. It was just stupid it happened in the first place.

Was it about–

Him snitching on you for stealing Julie’s necklace? Yeah, that was definitely part of it. Really let him have it for that moronic decision, and… let’s just say it ended badly.

Well, why didn’t you tell me any of this when you got home last night?

I don’t know. I didn’t want to rehash it.

You didn’t want to rehash it with me because it’s my fault. I’m the reason you and Tate broke up.

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You think we should tell Xander the truth… about the forgery?

I mean, I know there’s a downside to it, like I said. The way it would turn Titan upside down, pitting the brothers against each other. [sighs] But I also know what it’s like to be duped by somebody very close to you.

Yeah, you sure do.

I’m also not crazy about the idea of my cousin thinking I’m some kind of chump who can’t keep my woman satisfied.

Well, trust me, Alex Kiriakis, you keep me plenty satisfied.

Mm. [romantic music] Is that so?

Mm-hmm. But you don’t have to take my word for it.

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So… Stephanie told you that… she and Philip were sneaking around behind Alex’s back?

Well, um, she just– she said that she needed to get it off her chest. She needed a confidant. It was, um–it was after one of our fundraiser meetings at the hospital that she opened up to me, and… she said she felt horrible about it.

I don’t understand. Um, why didn’t you tell me about any of this at the time?

I didn’t want to betray Stephanie. She said that she was planning to come clean about it, and she was just– she was just trying to find the right time. So it wasn’t my secret to tell.

Oh, I see.

And that’s… that’s why I wanted you to drop your suspicions about Philip and Stephanie when you came to me at the hospital. It was ’cause I-I knew that you were onto them, and… I just wanted to protect my friend. [dramatic music] Xander… I am so sorry that I lied to you.

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I thought it was better if no one knew.

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Can you forgive me?

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Sarah, uh… are you being serious right now? How could I be mad at you when you were just… protecting your friend, like you said?

[sighs]

I mean, come on, you withholding a bit of prior knowledge about some fling that Philip and Stephanie were having behind Alex’s back, that hardly compares to some of the secrets I’ve kept from you over the years, doesn’t it?

That’s a fair point.

At the end of the day, yes, Alex is family. So is Philip, but… any secret about them– I mean, it’s not going to directly impact either of us, is it?

No, I suppose not.

Of course it isn’t. So, hence… you are completely forgiven. [dramatic music]

Mm.

I am absolutely crazy about you, Stephanie Johnson. Can you tell?

[chuckles] You’ve given me a few hints.

Mm.

Yeah. [chuckles]

All right, now I will, uh, succumb to my own insecurities. I’m going to ask you a question. You don’t have to answer.

Succumb away, then.

Mm. Okay, well, how do I– how do I phrase this? I guess I’ll just be direct. [soft music] Is it better being with me than being with Philip?

[laughs] Wow.

Mm.

Wow. Um, I’m really glad that you gave me the option not to answer, because… [chuckles] Aside from not wanting to compare romantic partners in that way, I can’t believe that you thought it was a okay time to bring up Philip.

So you’re taking the no-answer option.

Ah…

Oh.

Fine. Since you’re so insecure– though I doubt you really are, in fact, I think you’re the opposite in this particular area… you are better than Philip. Happy?

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I am, actually. I am.

[laughs]

Mm. Because contrary to what you may think, I’m always welcome to, uh, you know, some reassurance.

Well, as am I, truth be told.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah. Yeah. So, am I… better than… all of the women you’ve been with? There’s obviously too many to name.

Oh, all right, easy, easy, easy, easy, easy. I admit–I admit I’ve– I’ve been involved with my… fair amount of women. [clears throat] But the truth is… not one of them comes remotely close to you, Stephanie Johnson.

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Philip… honey… I am only going to say this once, so listen up. I did not shoot EJ. [easygoing music]

Okay. Got it.

Good. Now this interrogation is over, and I can eat my food.

Fine. No further questions. I’m just happy to know my mom won’t be doing 25 to life anytime soon.

And I’m very touched by your concern.

And now I better get going. Xander and I have a lot to talk about now that another DiMera has been taken off the board.

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See you later.

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[door closes] [ominous music]

Yes, EJ… you finally got what was coming to you.

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So I take it things didn’t go well when Holly confronted you about ratting out Doug to Mrs. Williams.

How did you know about that, about Holly confronting me?

Oh, I ran into Doug at the square, and he mentioned Holly was going to talk to you, and she seemed pretty pissed.

Yeah, well… pissed is a bit of an understatement. [scoffs] I bet Doug just loved it.

Hey, who cares about Doug? What happened with you and Holly? I mean, did you tell her that you were just trying to look out for her?

Yeah, but, uh, she didn’t buy it. She claimed that the reason I did it is because I was jealous. It isn’t entirely untrue. [dramatic music]

Hey… Holly’s going to come around. Just give it time. I mean, the two of you have had issues before, right?

Yeah, but… that’s the thing, Sophia. I think Holly and I have finally had one issue too many… thanks to Doug Williams.

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What are you talking about? Why would it be your fault?

Well, isn’t it obvious? I mean, if it wasn’t for me, you and Tate would still be together.

Whoa, hold–hold on. That is so not true. Tate and I broke up for a whole bunch of reasons.

And none of those reasons involved me?

Okay, smart-ass. Yeah, maybe some of the reasons involved you, but that still doesn’t make it your fault.

Really?

Look… it’s just been one crisis after another ever since Tate and I first got together, and… I think it all really just came to an end when he got Sophia pregnant. And I was an idiot to think that we could get past it. but… I don’t know–I’m starting to realize that our relationship has been doomed for a while now. I mean, it’s barely been hanging on by a thread. So, yeah, okay. Maybe him telling Julie may have been the last straw, but nothing you did caused that to happen. That was all Tate.

Well, even if it wasn’t my fault, I’m really sorry that you had to go through that, Holly.

Are you really?

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Holly, you’re my friend. I care about how you’re doing.

Yeah, but that’s just it, Doug. I mean, based on what you told me a few months ago, you care about me as more than just a friend. So is it really the craziest thought in the world that you might be– I don’t know–a little happy Tate and I broke up? [phone ringing] Oh, my God.

What is it?

EJ was shot last night.

What? Is he–

The news alert says he’s in critical condition at University Hospital.

Look, that was your stepdad.

Oh, my God.

If–if you need to go be with him in the hospital–

No, I–no, it’s fine. I’m just shocked is all. I mean, I’m thinking about Johnny and EJ’s other family. Wow. But, no, I don’t think anyone’s expecting me to visit, at least not right away.

Okay, if you’re sure…

Yeah. Yeah, I am. I’ll check in with Johnny later. Um, okay, how about I go get you some breakfast before I head to school?

Oh, you don’t need to worry about that. I can figure something out.

Yeah, but you figuring something out might get you caught. It’s safer if you stay in here as much as possible.

Okay. You’re probably right.

Yeah. Now, feel free to take that shower. Oh, and if anyone knocks on the door, just ignore it. My grandma sometimes does that just to check if I’m awake yet.

Sweet. Thanks. Oh, and, Holly… thank you, really.

Yeah. [door closes] [soft music]

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Great. Yeah, we’ll meet you at the square later. I… I love you, too, Mom.

How’d it go?

She said she’s willing to reopen the adoption discussion. So I guess the news about EJ really did have an impact.

Right. As you said it would. Uh, speaking of EJ… I feel like maybe I should go check in on Holly, see if she’s doing okay.

What? Now? Tate, if she wanted to talk to you, she would have just texted you back.

I know, but, still, she might appreciate–

Might what? Forgive you? Or say that the breakup was just one big mistake?

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I’m just going to meet you in the square, okay?

Yeah. Okay.

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Hey, uh, I just wanted to say thank you so much for talking to your mom. I, uh… I want this adoption to go through as much as anyone. I guess that goes without saying, though.

Yeah, it does. Fingers crossed.

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[door closes]

Hope I’m not interrupting.

Not at all. We were just talking about you, actually.

You were?

Yeah. And the, uh, sordid situation you got yourself into with Alex and Stephanie.

Ah… that.

Yeah, that. Look, as not just your co-CEO but also the head of this family, I really do hope I’m right in assuming that this particular chapter of your romantic life is at an end?

You are correct, yes. Stephanie and I are over, for good this time.

Wonderful. I suppose that means we can get back to work.

I will take that as my cue to leave. And I’m needed at the hospital soon anyway.

See you tonight, darling. Mwah. So, uh, what’s first on the agenda? I was hoping that maybe we could start by discussing–

Actually, it seems the agenda has been set for us, brother.

Hmm?

EJ DiMera’s been shot… Which means things just went from bad to worse for the DiMeras. [dramatic music]

[sighs] So… what’s your schedule like today?

[chuckles] Thank you.

You’re welcome.

I, um–I have a– [laughs] I have a strategy session for the hospital fundraiser this morning and then got a meeting with Mayor Price at City Hall in the afternoon and then, uh, drinks with a potential new client in the evening.

Wow.

What about you?

I’m meeting with Xander and Philip at the house.

That should be fun.

Mm.

Have you decided what you’re going to do… about the secret, I mean?

I’m still not sure. But, honestly, I’m leaning towards telling Xander the truth and letting the chips fall where they may.

Right. Even though those chips might involve Sarah and Xander’s marriage.

No pressure, right?

Ugh, I’m not trying to guilt-trip you, Alex. It’s your decision. Just wanted to remind you what’s at stake.

I get it.

And, yeah, Sarah’s my friend, and… of course, I’d love to help her, but… it’s your family, not mine. So I will stand by whatever decision you choose to make.

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Hey, Mom, give me a call when you get this. It’s–it’s about EJ. Oh, great, just what I don’t need.

Holly. Hey.

Sophia. Hey.

I, uh, heard about you and Tate.

What about us?

Well, the breakup, obviously. Tate feels just awful about that.

Yeah, I really don’t want to talk about that right now.

Mm, Tate does. That’s why he went to your house.

Wait. Tate went to my house? When?

A little while ago. He’s probably there right now. [dramatic music]

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Holly, it’s me, Tate. I– Can we talk?

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Holly, are you–

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[elevator bell dings]

Stephanie. Hey.

Morning.

Uh, listen, um… I just, uh– I wanted to thank you… for convincing Alex to go along with my story. I-I know it’s a lot to ask.

I wouldn’t thank me yet.

What do you mean?

I mean Alex is still considering telling Xander the truth.

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I’ll be damned. EJ finally got what was coming to him.

Morning, Xander, Philip.

Yeah, easy now, lads. Let’s, uh– let’s not lose our heads. I’ll never hear the end of it if you smash up Maggie’s bric-a-brac. That was a feeble attempt at making things light. Uh, look, Philip was just reassuring me that his relations with Stephanie are in the past. So, if you’re still harboring some unresolved resentment–

No, no, no, no, no. It’s all right. As I said last night, Philip and I– we came to an understanding. Ain’t that right, Phil?

It is. [clears throat] Alex was very mature about the whole thing.

Brilliant. I’m so glad that’s settled… because Philip was just showing me a very interesting article that could end up being our silver bullet.

EJ got shot?

The gods are smiling down on us, gents. Kristen’s one crisis away from a straitjacket, and EJ is fighting for his life in a coma.

So maybe we should hold off on dancing on his grave, yeah?

Oh, I’m sorry if I sound callous, but the important thing in this moment is to realize that now is the time to make our move on DiMera, thanks to whoever pulled that trigger.

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[easygoing music]

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[tense music]

Hey, McGee, what have they got?

It’s not much. There’s no weapon on the scene. Assailant might have escaped through those French doors.

Lots of people living in this house that need to be interviewed– servants, family members. Is Commissioner Hunter here yet?

We haven’t been able to reach her.

Hey, bartender, it looks like I’m ready for… round three…four. [sighs] Who’s counting? [upbeat music playing]

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[door slams]

Damn it! This is all EJ’s fault.

Oh, come on. Come on. Listen, it’s not that simple.

Yes, it is. Jada only slept with Shawn because she thought you dumped her on her wedding day. And then that bastard kidnapped you and replaced you with an impostor. Rafe, you know damn well that none of this would have happened if it wasn’t for EJ.

What’s up, primo?

Hey.

Ugh, I’m glad that finally someone’s home. Leo had to cut short our date, and I was getting bored by myself.

Just went out to get some beer.

What’d you do that for? There’s plenty right here.

Mm. Guess I didn’t see that. [soft dramatic music]

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Rafael, you look like that you have the weight of the world on your shoulders. Tell me, what’s wrong?

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Ugh. Where’s the fire?

Well, let’s see what the evidence tells us about what happened here tonight.

Oh, my God. Is it true?

Damn it. Hey, where’s the crime scene tape?

Just–just tell me. Did somebody shoot my brother?

Chad found EJ lying on the floor here, single bullet to the chest, blood everywhere.

Is he dead?

Kayla, what’s going on? How’s EJ?

Well, the good news is, your brother made it through the surgery. But it was tough. And he’s stable now.

Why do I get the sense that there’s bad news?

Well, the bullet caused a lot of damage internally, so EJ’s not out of the woods yet. The next 24 hours will be critical in his survival. [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

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Nothing’s wrong.

Come on. I know you. And I’m sensing something is off here, big time. Come on. Let’s share some delicious cheesecake.

Do we really have to do this?

Yes, there is no one else here for me to bother, so we must.

Fine, all right? You’re right. I am not in a good place, to put it mildly. I found out something last night, something terrible that involves EJ DiMera.

Go on.

When he was holding me captive, Jada slept with another man.

What? No. No. No, no, no. No, that can’t be. Rafael, I know that that is not true. Jada never had sex with Feniger.

I’m not talking about Feniger. [sighs] [light music playing]

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Jada?

Shawn. I’m so glad you’re here. You know, I hate drinking alone. Well, I don’t hate it, per se. Per se. [chuckles] Am I saying that right? Well, anyway, I could use the company.

Yeah, I’m afraid I can’t join you.

Oh. [scoffs] I’ll get you a club soda with lime, yeah? Bartender! Yeah, can I get a club soda and a lime for my sober friend here?

Thank you. Thank you. But no. No, you don’t have to order me anything.

Why? I mean, how else are we gonna toast to the big news?

What big news?

There is no fire. It’s just, I don’t like being out on my own. You never know what sort of unsavory characters you might run into.

I feel like you’re doing that thing where you’re talking about me, but there’s plausible deniability. Just FYI, very passive-aggressive. Although, as it turns out, you do have to be extra vigilant tonight.

Oh? And why is that?

Because there is a killer amongst us.

What the hell are you talking about?

Somebody tried to murder EJ DiMera. [tense music]

Chad said that he was still alive when he arrived at University Hospital. He was still in surgery when I left.

Then I better get dressed and get over there.

Not so fast.

You want to know? Fine. Rafe kicked me out of the house. Yeah. Do you know what? I get it.

I’m so sorry, Jada. I was wondering how he was gonna react when he got the news, and… I mean, I knew he was gonna be upset, but I was just hoping that, you know, considering the circumstances, that he would be– be a little bit more understanding.

[scoffs] He wasn’t understanding at all. He was angry. He was hurt. He was being held captive, while his beloved fiancée was cheating on him with you.

Really? Jada slept with Shawn Brady? You mean the brooding hunk with piercing blue eyes and the jawline like Robert Pattinson? Sorry. Sorry. Your–your jawline is amazing too. And I take your silence as a yes. And I’m guessing Jada hooked up with Shawn after Arnold put her through the wringer. Well, that’s exactly right. I mean, your sick, twisted doppelganger treated Jada like crap. It makes sense why she’d seek the comfort of another man.

I know that Jada went through a lot.

She was devastated. Listen to me. She is such a good woman. And she had her heart broken into a gajillion pieces. You need to forgive her.

I honestly don’t know if I can.

I really need to get dressed and get to the hospital. My brother could be dying. And I’ve got to check on EJ. I need to check on Rachel before–

Not before I ask you some questions.

What kind of questions?

Just simple ones, like, where were you tonight?

I was at Brady’s. His father is missing, and I wanted to see how he was holding up.

And how long would you say you stayed there?

I’m not sure. I mean, we talked a bit. And then I came back home. You can call him if you don’t believe me.

Did you see EJ when you came home? [tense music]

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We need to talk.

I am so not in the mood right now.

I do not give a damn. Where is my mother?

I said not now!

Fine. I am gonna go upstairs and look in on Rachel, while you take some deep breaths. This isn’t over. I will find the answers I need about my mother one way or another.

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EJ and I spoke briefly. He was in one of his moods, and he said he wanted to be left alone, so I left him alone.

Someone tried to murder EJ, meaning…

He’s not dead. That hoity-toity alpha male is still alive. So I guess I overstated things when I said there was a killer in our midst. More like a would-be killer. Unless, of course, EJ doesn’t make it. Then it’s just your garden variety 12-part podcast series killer.

All right, I get it. Just tell me how it happened.

He was shot point-blank in the chest in his own home. As soon as I heard the news, I raced over to the mansion to try and get the scoop.

And what was it?

Well, the police were pretty tight-lipped. All I got was that his injuries were quite serious, and they suspect he might not make it.

Good. That bastard deserves a one-way ticket to hell.

So what are we dealing with, then? You said the bullet did a lot of damage?

It punctured one of EJ’s lungs. And although we were able to repair the damaged tissue area, he lost a lot of blood. But he’s very lucky because the bullet just missed his heart.

OK. Can I see him?

Yes, but just for a little bit, OK?

Chad, is there anything I can do for you while you’re in there?

Just say a prayer for my brother.

You don’t think you can forgive her? Come on, primo. Don’t you think you’re being a little unfair here? Jada was a victim, just like you. And that woman loves you so much.

Yeah, just not enough to tell the difference between me and that lowlife Feniger? Look, I went from being a stand-up guy who was crazy about her to some lowlife bastard who dumped her at the altar?

OK, look, I know that it was a stretch for her to believe that, but–

Yeah, it was way more than a stretch. Way more. It makes me think that she just never knew who I was at all.

Jada, you didn’t know that EJ was holding Rafe captive. You thought that Arnold Feniger was Rafe. We all did. Arnold Feniger, the guy that was acting like a total creep, the guy who left you at the altar.

That was Rafe’s point. Just kept going on and on about how I should have known the difference. I’m a detective, his fiancé. I should have– I should have figured it out.

Listen to me, you are being way too hard on yourself right now. You are.

And you are being way too kind. Which I do appreciate. You know, I’m– I’m really glad that I ran into you.

Yeah, well, it wasn’t a coincidence. I came here to track you down.

Why? What happened?

It’s work-related. There’s been a high-profile shooting.

And after speaking with EJ, what did you do?

I went upstairs to check on my sleeping daughter. And then I took a shower, and I checked on Rachel one more time. Then I went back to my room. I started drying my hair, when a cop knocked on my door and told me what had happened.

You didn’t hear a gunshot?

No, like I said, I was taking a shower and drying my hair.

Why?

Why, what?

Why were you taking a shower?

What kind of question is that? I always take a shower before bed.

You sure there was no other reason?

Like what?

Like washing off blood or gunshot residue.

Wow. I don’t think I realized just how much you hated EJ. I mean, I knew you hated him. I just didn’t know you hated him, hated him.

Of course I hate him, hate him. He sent me to prison for a crime that I didn’t commit and then, in his Machiavellian way, ruined my marriage to Stefan. And on top of all of that, he kidnapped my brother and replaced him with a skeezy, lecherous lookalike. He definitely got what was coming to him.

Well, that’s debatable, of course. Tell me, who do you think did the deed?

No idea. But whoever it was, they’re a hero in my book. That bitch-ass clown needed to pay.

Can I quote you on that?

You know, it’s getting late. If you want to go home, I’m sure Chad would understand.

Oh, I– I thought I would stay. He doesn’t have anyone here, and he’s really shaken up, so…

Yeah, I imagine this has brought back a lot of terrible memories for him.

He was talking a lot about losing Abigail.

Well, that was devastating, of course. But I was really thinking about EJ. He was shot before by one of Clyde Weston’s men.

How many lives has that man destroyed?

At the time, everybody thought that EJ didn’t make it, that he had died from his injuries, and then later found out that his father had actually revived him, and he had recuperated in secret for years.

But Chad thought he was dead the entire time?

Yeah. And even though they have not always had the best relationship, I know Chad loves his brother and is so afraid to lose him again.

Hey, brother. I know you’re resting, but I just wanted you to know that you’re not alone, that I’m here for you. [soft music] I’ll always be here for you.

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I know you might not want me here. I’m sure you’re still pissed off about me printing that article about you. Tough luck. You’re my brother, and I love you. And I’m not gonna stop bugging you until you get better.

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I–I called your mom. She didn’t answer, so I left a voicemail. I spoke to Sydney and Johnny. He’s gonna be here any moment, so just hang in there, OK? I know he’ll want to see you right– [dramatic music] EJ. EJ.

Help! Help! Help– I don’t know what happened. I was talking to him, and then–

OK, Chad, please, wait outside. I need to work here.

OK. [dramatic music]

Detective Devereaux, are you accusing me of shooting my own brother?

I’m asking questions, that’s all.

OK, look, maybe EJ and I don’t always get along, but my God, I would never try to kill him, or anyone else, for that matter.

Well, we both know that’s not true. Or have you’ve forgotten what you did to Victor Kiriakis and to my ex-girlfriend, Haley?

JJ, you know very well Haley Chen’s death was an accident, a terrible accident. And not to speak ill of the victim, but the number of people in this town with a reason to take a shot at EJ could fill Horton Town Square.

Gabi! Gabi, stop.

What do you think you’re doing?

I’m quoting you for my story on the shooting. What was it you called EJ again, a bitch-ass clown?

You can’t use what I said. That was off the record. If you publish that, people are– [softly] People are going to think that I shot him.

But you didn’t, right? I mean, surely you must have some sort of alibi, like a movie ticket, a wristband from a Princess Diana-themed booze cruise?

Listen to me, you depraved Muppet. May I remind you that when you had nowhere else to go, I’m the one who let you move into my house. I could have put my foot down, but I gave in so that you and Javi could be together. So why don’t we just forget about my little diatribe about EJ?

Fine. Consider it deleted from my memory.

Thank you.

I guess I should get home and start typing this up. Need a lift?

You go ahead. I have something that I need to do first.

Rafael, look at me. What was Jada supposed to think, that there was some other guy out there in the world that looked exactly like you? I mean, EJ and Arnold had all of us fooled, not just Jada.

But Jada’s supposed to know me better than anyone. I was gonna spend the rest of my life with her.

You still can. Did she say that she had feelings for Shawn?

No. She said she still loves me.

OK, so you mean to tell me that this gorgeous, badass woman is head over heels in love with you, and you’re in love with her– Look, I know you’re angry and hurt and frustrated. But come on. Don’t take it out on Jada. If you want to direct your anger at someone, direct it at EJ DiMera.

I already have. I’ve already made plans to make sure that bastard pays.

EJ DiMera was shot? When?

It was a couple hours ago.

A couple hour– how come no one called me?

I mean, they tried, but you didn’t pick up.

Damn it. My phone was on Do Not Disturb.

Hey, you’re off the clock, all right? Nobody blames you for wanting to disconnect for a little while.

OK, give it to me. What you got?

Well, I mean, we don’t have a lot. JJ’s taking the lead on this. And when I found out the station was, you know, throwing out the bat signal for you, I volunteered to come find you.

All right, well, I’m ready. Let’s go.

Whoa, whoa.

No, look, all I need is a glass of water, and I’ll be just fine.

Where’s your gun? [dramatic music]

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Jada, where’s your gun?

I–I don’t know.

You don’t know? What–what, did you lose it here at the bar?

OK, you know what? I locked it in my desk when I went off duty.

And you forgot to take off your holster.

I guess so. I mean, I’ll admit, you know, after my encounter with Rafe, I wasn’t exactly thinking straight.

Yeah, understandably.

Well, come on. Give me a lift to the DiMera estate.

No. Listen, I don’t think that’s a good idea.

What? Why?

Because it’s obvious that you’re tipsy. And you don’t want to show up to work like this. Come on. If anybody knows that, I do.

I’m the police commissioner.

Yeah, who is off duty. Let JJ handle this for the night. You need to go home, and you need to sleep this off.

I don’t have a home, remember?

Look, OK, I’ll take you back to my place.

So tell me, how exactly do you plan on making EJ pay?

Forget it. It’s been a long day. I don’t want to talk about EJ DiMera anymore.

Have you guys heard the news?

What news?

About EJ DiMera. Somebody shot him.

Oh, my God. When did this happen?

A couple hours ago. He was rushed to the hospital. Hanging on by a thread, apparently.

Oh. They know who did it?

Not yet. I imagine it’ll be pretty hard to narrow down a list of suspects. So many people hate that guy.

Yeah, and I feel like we know most of them. Where did this happen?

Right in his own living room. [tense music]

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Hey, I just remembered I gotta take care of something, so I will see you guys later.

He was sure in a hurry. And I mean, really, what does somebody have to take care of at this time of night?

Are there any other questions, Detective?

Just one. You said your daughter slept through the entire evening. I assume that means she can’t verify any of what you said.

Obviously not. But let me make myself clear. I did not shoot my brother. But someone did. And you need to find out who that was, Detective, before they get away with murder.

Attempted murder.

[scoffs] I stand corrected. I pray that’s all it was. Now, if we are done here, I am gonna go upstairs and check on my daughter, and then I’m gonna call Chad and find out how my brother is doing.

Yeah, we’re good, for now. Just stay out of the living room. It’s an active crime scene. I don’t want anything disturbed.

Of course.

And don’t leave town.

Why would I leave town when all I want is for you to find whoever did this to my brother and make sure that they spend the rest of their lives behind bars?

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Hi. I’m calling in regard to EJ DiMera. He was brought in earlier tonight with a gunshot wound. I was hoping to get an update on his condition. No, I’m not currently family, but I used to be. Well, you see, I was married to his– OK, so that doesn’t count. What if we once had sex? Hello? OK. Well, thanks for nothing.

Wait, so you were just talking to him, and then he started to have a seizure?

He was fine one minute, and then the next– Maybe I shouldn’t have gone in there.

What are– what are you talking about? Why? Dr. Johnson said it was fine.

Maybe my presence upset him. It’s my fault.

What? What are you talking about, Chad?

The shooting. You know, I– I printed that article this morning. I’m sure it stirred up a lot of angry emotions in people that my brother had wronged. I basically just said, like, look at all the horrible stuff he’s done and gotten away with it, and, you know, then someone shot him. I feel like I instigated it.

OK. OK. I’m not trying to be unkind to your brother. But come on, you have to– his actions are responsible for what happened, Chad. Not the article. Come on. Hey. Hey. Please. Aren’t you suffering enough about this without blaming yourself?

Yeah. OK. I’ll stop doing that, then, blaming myself. I’m just scared. I don’t want to lose my brother. [soft music]

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Thanks for the offer, Shawn, but if Rafe catches wind of this, I don’t think he would be too thrilled.

Isn’t Rafe the one that kicked you out? Jada, it’s late. So I don’t think he really has much of a say where you sleep tonight.

You’re right. He doesn’t. Besides, I strongly suspect that he doesn’t give a damn what I do. So let’s go.

OK. Come on. [soft dramatic music]

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[tense music]

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OK, so where do you think Rafe ran off to?

Honestly, I’m not sure, but… he’s been acting strangely all night.

Strangely, like, “we should be worried he’s Arnold Feniger again” strangely?

[scoffs] No. No. He just was making this excuse about why he wasn’t home. And then, I don’t know, his body language wasn’t aligned with his words. And– and then he said something later about making EJ pay.

Oh, my God. You think it was him? You think he shot EJ?

I mean, he hates the guy with a passion, that’s for sure.

Yeah, well, so does Gabi. And when I ran into her earlier, she certainly wasn’t making a secret of it. [dramatic music]

Come on, EJ, do us all a favor and die. [sighs] Just…

Gabi. Hey, I was just about to call you. Did you hear about EJ?

Leo told me. Do you know if he made it through surgery?

I haven’t had a chance to check in yet. I’ve been a little busy at the scene.

Ah. How’s that going? Do you have any idea who shot him?

Gabi. Gabi, stop.

JJ?

Look, you don’t want to do this. It’s too early to know anything for sure. [phone beeps]

Sorry. It’s my sister. I don’t know what to tell her.

Well, why don’t you wait until we know more? I’m sure Dr. Kayla–

Kayla. Hey, what’s going on?

Hey. We got the seizure under control. But those kind of episodes are very taxing on the body and could impede his recovery. So to prevent them from happening, we put him in a medically-induced coma.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[tense somber music]

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Well, Father, I think we can safely say it’s official. Practically everybody in this town hates me. Even Belle, who showed up tonight wearing a wire trying to entrap me. Mind you, I could tell that she was conflicted, unlike the rest of them. Oh, yes. I can almost feel the mob of bloodthirsty villagers out there preparing to storm the castle, demanding my head on a pike. And it wouldn’t surprise me if Rafe Hernandez and his psychotic sister Gabriella are the ones leading the charge. [suspenseful music]

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[knock on door]

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[knock on door]

Gabi, you there? Gabi, Rafe? Anybody home? [tense music]

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[chuckles] Oh, of course there are plenty of other people who despise me. Kristen, Jada Hunter, Paulina Price, and her offspring, of course. My very own daughter-in-law, Chanel, who took me to task for her adoption woes.

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And then there’s your beloved Giovanni… who now thinks that I am a monster thanks to Kate and Roman dropping that bombshell on you.

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I curse them for that. As I’m sure they curse me. [door closes]

Mama.

Hmm? Ooh. Ooh, oh, oh, Chanel. Oh, darling. Oh, I was reading a book. Must have fallen asleep. [both chuckle]

Um, sorry to wake you.

Oh, no, no. It’s OK. Ooh, it’s too early to just call it a night.

Oh, I was hoping that Johnny would be here. Have you seen him?

Uh-uh. No, no, not tonight. [Chanel sighs] Oh. Honey.

Mm?

I-is something wrong?

I–I don’t know. God, I hope not. [somber music] [phone ringing]

Uh, Kate. I’ve got to take this.

Oh, uh, yeah. Go–go ahead. I’ll watch– I’ll watch the bar.

Are you sure?

Yeah, yes.

All right. Thanks. [phone beeps] Yeah, Katie, what’s up? [suspenseful music]

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No, Roman, I’m fine. It’s, um–it’s our son. Yeah, Rex was in a hit-and-run accident tonight. No, no, no, no. He’s OK. He’s just, you know, shaken up. But Roman, you know, I just can’t help wondering if it really was an accident. Well, you know how EJ was threatening the kids, to harm my children. I mean, I wonder if he could be part of it. Well, I think we need to find out. If EJ was behind this, he will regret it, Roman. [somber suspenseful music]

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And then there is Ava Vitali, who I imagine has it in for me as well. She’s undoubtedly still fuming over what happened to her at Aremid. Although rather unfair to blame me when Kristen was far more culpable in her predicament. [tense music]

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[EJ sighs] So… any advice you’d like to share to help me get back in my son’s good graces?

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Not sure why I’m asking. Not like you had any impressive people skills. But… I am my father’s son. [laughs] You were always one step ahead. And so am I.

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[sighs] I win.

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What are you doing?

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[siren wailing] [tense music fading]

Hey, Gabi. Uh, it’s me. I–I stopped by your house earlier, uh, see if you wanted to get a drink, but the house was dark. Didn’t seem like anybody was home. I called your office. Said you’d been gone for hours. So I’m not sure what you’re up to tonight. But anyway, I’ll be at the station catching up on some work. If you’re around later, maybe we can go out for a late-night bite. If so, just go ahead and give me a call. You know what? Just go ahead and give me a call either way. Just wondering where you are. All right. Bye. [tense music]

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[gunshot]

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

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Chanel, why do you look so worried? What could be wrong?

[sighs] Well, maybe nothing is, but, well, Johnny and I were just together at the square and he said that he was going to see his Grandpa Roman at the pub. But that was a while ago, and I’ve called him and I’ve texted him and nothing.

Well, honey, I’m sure Roman, he’s just plying him with chowder and pie. They’re not even paying attention to the time or their phones.

Still. [sighs] You know what? Maybe I should just go by the pub just to make sure everything is OK.

EJ? EJ? You here? [tense music]

[groaning]

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EJ. EJ! EJ! Hey, EJ! EJ! What? Oh–oh, my God. Hey, hey! It’s going to be OK, EJ. EJ.

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Cat, what are you doing here at this hour?

Oh, I am just finalizing some plans for the hospital’s fundraiser while Dr. Evans is out of town. Every time I think that I’m finished, something else pops up. [chuckles]

Well, I know you’ve been working hard. Thank you. Really stepped up for the hospital.

Oh, I just hope that we’re able to raise enough funds to keep it solvent, at least for a little while.

So do we all.

Yeah. Well, I will just forward these revised spreadsheets over to you. Take your time, no rush, but look at them when you can.

Well, I’m not even halfway through a 36-hour shift. I’m on call for the ER. But the biggest thing I’ve had today is a consultation for a foreign object extraction. Lima bean up the nose.

Oh. [chuckles] Lovely. Actually, my brother Aaron had a similar thing with an action figure. Little GI Joe went spelunking. [chuckles]

Wow.

Yeah. Mark was in med school and he almost quit on the spot because he was like, that kid screamed so loud, I’m not going to be able to take that if that happens in my job.

Wow, poor kid.

Yeah.

Well, you know, my patient was unnaturally calm, kind of like the ER today, so I don’t mind looking at them now while it’s quiet.

Oh, OK. Well, actually, here. You just take my files, then. There we go.

Thank you. [tense music]

It’s my brother. No, he’s been–uh, he’s been shot in the chest. Um, there’s a lot of blood. Huh? Yeah, s-sorry. EJ. EJ DiMera. We’re at the mansion. Yeah, he’s– he’s still breathing, but he’s not responsive. OK, can you please just send help fast? Please. Send an a–send an ambulance.

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It’s OK. It’s OK, brother. It’s OK. You’re going to be OK, buddy. Help’s, uh–help’s on the way. You’re going to be OK. You’re going to be OK, OK? I’m here with you, OK? It’s OK. [soft upbeat music]

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Well, I might not be able to shock them, but there are plenty of other ways I can hurt them.

Get out.

[chuckles] There are so many sons to pick from, too. Now, Lucas is a mess, so destroying him would be no fun. And then there’s do-gooder Austin, meteor baby Rex. Oh, and then there’s Philip.

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He’s your favorite, isn’t he? [laughs] And they all know that.

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You lay one finger on any of my children, and I will kill you myself.

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Roman, come on, come on, pick up. I need you now. Hey, uh, it–it’s me again. Look, I really, really need to talk to you. Please call me as soon as you get this. [sighs]

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Ava. Going somewhere?

Yeah. I’m leaving Salem. [dramatic music]

Wow, I’m impressed. How did you get that band to play for us? Steve and I saw them in Chicago. They were amazing.

Well, thankfully, I was able to call in some favors. No big deal. [chuckles]

Yeah. And how on Earth did you get Chad to participate in the bachelor auction?

Well, he knows what a good cause it is, and–

Yeah, and I’m sure you were very persuasive.

It was a struggle, I’m not going to lie, yeah.

You know, I noticed that, um, the two of you have been spending a lot of time together.

Yes. Working on the fundraiser. A-and I’m honestly so relieved that he and I are on good terms, you know? I mean, it’s a miracle that he’s even speaking to me after what I put him through. So–[sighs]

Are you aware that, um, he was seeing my daughter Stephanie?

Yeah. I remember that, yeah.

Mm-hmm. And it really–it really seemed like they had something. But in the end, he wasn’t really ready to move on. It was too soon. [soft dramatic music]

Um… I know what you’re saying, Dr. Johnson. I understand. But I am only involved in this fundraiser because I want to help the hospital. I–I’ve seen what it means to this community. And–and after everything that the doctors did for my sister, it’s the least that I can do.

I appreciate that.

You know, my sister had open-heart surgery when she was a baby here. And obviously, the surgery was a success. It’s what inspired Mark to want to go to med school. He was so proud to work here, to work with you. I just–I want to honor what this hospital means to my brother and my sister in any way that I can. [soft dramatic music]

Well, thank you. [pager beeping] Oh. Excuse me.

Oh. [chuckles]

Dealing with beeping here. Ah. Oh, so much for my peaceful evening. Gunshot wound coming into the ER. Um, if you’ll excuse me.

Of course.

And Cat, hey. Um… glad we had this little talk.

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[elevator bell rings] [tense somber music]

Chad. Oh, my God! What happened?

My brother. He was shot.

McGee, catch a new case?

911 call just came in. There was a shooting at the DiMera place.

What? Who was shot?

Big man himself, EJ DiMera. [tense music]

Oh, honey, I understand. I mean good Lord, what your husband has been through lately.

Yeah. Yeah, it’s been a lot. I mean, he was in such a bad place even before the adoption fell through. You know, finding out how he was conceived has changed the way that he looks at his father, at everyone who kept that secret from him. Even himself.

Himself? What do you mean?

Well, I mean, he knows that it isn’t logical, but he also realizes that he wouldn’t be here if his father hadn’t– [sighs] You know. And well, he’s just– he’s struggling, Mama, and I don’t know what to say or what to do.

Chanel, honey, sometimes, all you really need to do is be there. Like I’m being here for you, OK?

Yeah.

You’ve been going through it too.

Thank you. I–I’ve been so worried about Johnny that I haven’t even taken the time to mourn our loss. You know, I felt so bad when Amy Choi said that the adoption was going to fall through because of EJ. And just, Johnny–you know, the first thing that he said to me was that he was sorry as if it was somehow his fault.

[scoffs] And of course, it wasn’t. Johnny can’t help who his daddy is or what he does. And I’ll have none of this sins of the father nonsense. There’s only one person to blame, and that’s EJ.

I know. And that is exactly what I said to Johnny and to his father. [soft dramatic music]

You talked to EJ?

I did. I wanted him to know exactly how much Johnny was suffering because of him. And, um, he told me that you gave him hell too. And did I tell you that Johnny said that his father was dead to him?

Mm, strong words.

Mm-hmm. And he meant them too. And–[sighs] God, I feel so guilty for thinking this, but if EJ were out of our lives, we would all be so much better off.

I hear you. I felt the same way about Lani’s father, Ray. Ooh, I didn’t want him to make her life miserable, so– [sighs] You know what? You know what? All you need to do right now is just be there. You let me handle the rest. Now, I promise, I promise that I am not going to let EJ ruin this adoption for you.

Yeah. Well, thank you for saying that, Mama. But at this point, I don’t think that there is anything that will change Amy’s mind. Yeah, not if there is any chance that EJ will have any influence over the baby’s life. There is no way that she is going to let us adopt Sophia and Tate’s baby. [tense music]

Chanel and Johnny’s adoption fell through because of you and your litany of crimes!

Oh, no.

Oh, yes! Oh, and they are beyond devastated! As if those two, they haven’t– they haven’t been through enough!

What–what–what can I do? Tell me, and I’ll do it. Just say the word and–

No, you’ve done enough. I only came here to warn you, EJ. No one messes around with my baby and gets away with it! No one! [EJ sighs]

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Chanel. [sighs] There’s something that you should know.

So you’re leaving Salem on vacation?

No, I’m leaving for good. Moving to Hong Kong to be with Tripp and Wendy.

Oh. What about you and Brady?

That’s over. I ended it. And with Charlie dead and Henry and Tripp gone, there’s–there’s really nothing left for me here.

I see.

It’s kind of ironic, though, huh? Kristen’s mother wanted everyone to believe that I was in Hong Kong while she was holding me captive in Aremid, and now, off I go.

[chuckles] I thought that you recanted that story.

I did, to the police, because I really had no other choice, even though Kristen and her mother now are getting away with what they did to me.

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As well as EJ. [tense music]

I must say I admire your determination. But like you just said, we both know why that’s not going to happen. If you spill on me, Kristen and Brady’s precious daughter will be taken away from them, and all the blame goes to you.

Oh, EJ. Who said anything about spilling?

If you’re referring to Ms. Blake’s part in all this, I wouldn’t hold your breath. I have it on very good authority that she’s been removed from the equation.

Removed? Removed how?

Let’s just say she won’t be setting foot in Salem for quite a while.

OK. Well, good riddance. At least I won’t have to worry about her breaking into my room wielding a kitchen knife.

Yeah. Is that a thank you?

Hmm. EJ, come on. I know you did this to save your own skin. So you might feel safe now, but doesn’t mean you are. I certainly may not be able to testify against you, but, um… doesn’t mean I can’t get justice in other ways.

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Yeah. Mustn’t forget EJ.

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Did they say anything about EJ’s condition?

No, just he was, um– he was barely hanging on. [somber music]

I’m sorry, Chad.

Yeah. [clears throat] I mean, it’s no secret that my brother and I, we didn’t, um–we didn’t really get along, you know? But he’s my family, and I don’t– I don’t have a whole lot of that left, so–

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I remember standing right over there when I, uh– the night my wife died. EJ, he was there for me.

And now you’re here for him.

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He was furious at me today, Which isn’t anything new. But you know, you always think you’re going to have, um, time to…

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Tell people what they really mean to you, right? I should know better by now, I suppose.

Chad.

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[tense music] I just heard about your brother, man. I’m sorry.

Thanks. Anything yet?

Forensics team’s at the house right now. But I understand you’re the one who found him?

Yeah.

I know this is a very difficult time, but I need to take your statement.

[chuckles] I don’t– I don’t know anything. I mean, if you want, like, a list of my brother’s enemies, we’re going to be here all night. [soft suspenseful music]

Hey. Got your message. I need to speak with you too.

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Uh, Ava, what’s going on?

Ava’s leaving town.

Yeah, I’m, uh– I’m going to move to Hong Kong to be with Tripp and Wendy.

Well, this is, uh, sudden.

Well, not for me, really. I’ve been considering this for a while. I miss my son.

Well, I can understand that.

Yeah. But you, Roman, you have been so good to me. And I hope you know how grateful I am.

Well, you have been a great tenant.

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I am sorry to see you go, Ava.

Well, who knows? I may be back someday. Oh. And this, your key, for you.

Well, you paid out to the end of the month, but I can tell you really are ready to go.

Yeah. Yeah, I am. I can’t shake the dust of this town off my feet fast enough. [sighs]

Well? Well, what is it, Mama?

Well, earlier, I–

[gasps] Johnny! Oh, my God, thank goodness. Oh, I was starting to worry.

Why? I, uh–I told you I was going to talk to my Grandpa Roman.

I know, but that was hours ago, and you haven’t responded to any of my messages.

Uh, yeah, sorry. I, uh–I turned my notifications off.

Oh. So you were just talking to your grandfather this whole time? [suspenseful music]

Uh, no. No, not exactly. I, um… no, I actually left the pub a while ago.

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Oh? OK, well, where were you? Where did you go?

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Ava, I wish you well.

Well, I wish the same for you. And for you, Kate. I know how happy you make Roman.

Well, that goes both ways.

I’m sure it does. You’re very lucky to have each other. And Roman, you have done so much for me. You gave me a job, a roof over my head. You’ve been kind, so generous, and incredibly forgiving.

[chuckles] We did get off to a rough start, that’s for sure, but I’m glad I could help. Give our best to Tripp and Wendy. And, uh, you stay out of trouble. You hear?

I’ll do my best. [chuckles and sighs] Oh, thanks, Roman. [soft dramatic music]

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So that was unexpected.

But so it goes in Salem.

True. Um, so what was it that you wanted to talk to me about before Ava interrupted?

Well, I was going to ask you the same thing. Ladies first.

OK. Well, it’s about EJ.

I called an ambulance. Um, you know, they got there. We rode to the hospital, and–and he was out of it, you know, most of the way, so I don’t know. Look, I don’t know. I’m sorry. I don’t have anything for you.

It’s OK. When you arrived on the scene, did you see or hear anyone? Anything?

No. Nothing.

Why were you stopping by the house so late?

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Uh, I don’t know if you saw the, uh– saw “The Spectator,” but there was an article about my family, and especially unflattering for EJ. And he figured I must have signed off on it, so called me and left me a pissed off voicemail. Went to the house to talk to him and tell him that, you know, as editor, I have to–I have to be impartial. You know, that’s my job. And I’ve got to– if it’s newsworthy, I’ve got to print it, even if it makes my family look bad, you know? You know what.

I do.

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You know, but I, um, never got a chance to talk to him. [somber music] The last time I walked in the house and I saw that much blood…

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Was, uh–was the night that– that we lost Abby, so–

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I’m sorry, Chad.

I’m sorry too. [Chad sighs]

Yeah.

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Let’s pray there will be a different outcome this time.

Mm. If you think of anything else, you let me know.

Yeah, I will.

I’m going to head over to the crime scene. I’ll update you later if there’s anything I can share.

OK. Thank you.

Chad, I know you might not be ready for this right now, but if there’s anyone that you need me to call or anything–

No, no, no. I’m– I should be the one to call– call my family. I was just– I was hoping to wait until I had some– some positive news, but I should probably call them before they hear it on the news. You know, the funny thing is, I don’t know how– how–how they’re going to react. Half of them are probably going to rejoice. [chuckles]

[sighs] [tense music]

Johnny? Did you hear me?

Uh, huh? What? Sorry, no. I, uh–[clears throat] Sorry, I, uh… I kind of spaced out for a second. What’d you say?

I asked where you went after you left the pub.

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What is it, son? [fist slams on table]

What did I just say? Don’t call me that.

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I’m going to send for Chanel’s and my things. Because I want nothing more to do with you. You’re dead. To me.

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I just, uh– I went for a walk, you know? I–I went to the park to try and clear my head.

Oh, OK, Well–well, did it help? [phone ringing]

Uh, sorry. Hey, Chad. What’s going on?

I, um–I just– I didn’t know if you’ve– you’ve heard the news about your father.

What about him?

Well, I’m at the hospital right now. Um, he–he was shot. He’s in surgery now. It’s–he’s in critical condition. Just thought you’d want to know.

I see.

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[suspenseful music]

Hey, McGee. What have we got?

It’s not much. There’s no weapon on the scene. Assailant might have escaped through those French doors.

Lots of people living in this house that need to be interviewed. Servants, family members. Is Commissioner Hunter here yet?

We haven’t been able to reach her.

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Well, let’s see what the evidence tells us about what happened here tonight.

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OK, so what about EJ? [somber music]

We need to find out whether he specifically targeted our son and caused that accident. Roman, thank God he’s OK, but it could have been so much worse. And if he did go after one of my children, what’s to stop him from going after–

Yeah, look, I know this is very upsetting, Kate. Believe me, we’re going to get to the bottom of this and make damn sure they stay safe, OK? I promise you that.

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Thank you. [sighs] I don’t know what I’d do without you.

Kate, I will always be here for you. And for your kids too. You know that.

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I do. And I will always be here for you, my love.

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[Roman sighs]

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Well, I know you said that, uh, you wanted to give Rex a call to check in with him again before it gets too late, so why don’t you go do that now? I’ve got a couple things to do down here. And then I’ll be up in a while, and we’ll talk some more, OK?

OK. Thank you.

OK. Give Rex my love.

I will. [suspenseful music]

Grandpa, you really have a gun behind the bar?

Yeah. I mean, you know, Salem’s a good town and all, but a small business owner’s got to protect himself.

How long have you had it?

Since always. I just never advertised it to you kids. But I made damn sure I kept it locked up in that box so none of you would get hurt. But I guess instead, my big mouth hurt you. Johnny, listen to me. When I first heard your dad was working with Feniger, it just brought it all back, everything.

Yeah, well, look. I’m glad. I’m glad you and Kate told me that story. I needed to know. My whole life, I’ve been living in the dark, and now, I know what kind of a monster my dad really is.

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[dramatic music]

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Thanks for calling, Chad. [tense somber music]

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Johnny? What’s going on? What–what did Chad say?

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EJ was shot tonight. He’s in the hospital.

Oh. Oh, my God. Um, well, OK. I’m just going to grab my jacket and I’ll– I’ll go with you.

Go with me where?

Well, to the hospital.

Why would I go to the hospital? I don’t care what happens to him. He–he got what he deserves.

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[door slams]

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Yeah, I’ll let you know if I hear anything, Sydney. OK. Yeah, you too. Bye-bye. Kayla!

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How is he? How’s EJ?

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[gentle guitar music]

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Hey. I wasn’t expecting you.

Yeah. Well, your mom told me you’d be here, so I thought I would come check on you.

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I didn’t think you’d be coming to work today.

Yeah, me neither. But I thought maybe if I clocked in a few hours at Sweet Bits it would help take my mind off of Mrs. Choi pulling the plug on the adoption.

Did it work?

Not really.

Yeah. I can’t stop thinking about it either.

God, if only that article had never been published, then Mrs. Choi would have never found out about all the terrible things that EJ has done. * * [sighs] [tense music]

Oh, EJ. You have caused a world of trouble for everyone in this town. Trouble. Heartache. Misery.

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But what goes around comes around.

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So you do want me?

Yeah. Yes. God help me, I do.

And we want the same thing– each other.

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Wait.

Why?

Well, I told you. First you need to admit what you did to Rafe.

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Then you’re in luck.

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Because I didn’t do a damn thing to that man.

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Which means you are wearing a wire for nothing.

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[sighs]

Hey, I didn’t expect you home so soon. I just got off the phone with Mom.

Any news on Dad?

Actually, yeah.

Oh, god. What is it?

It-

it-

we don’t have a lot of information, but, um, Dad may have been abducted.

What? When? By who?

We don’t know. We don’t have any information or details, Belle. But listen, I’m guessing that if they went to all this trouble to take him, they need him alive, right? So we’re going to have to have faith on this.

Yeah, faith. That’s getting a lot harder for me to do. I’m just-

I’m just not in the best headspace for this right now.

Why? What happened? What the hell is this?

[scoffs] I tried to get the goods on EJ, and I failed.

Yeah, I’ll have a full report for you in the morning. Thanks. You, too. Shawn? Hey. I thought you were still at the station.

Yeah, I was. It’s, you know– it’s just been a long night.

Tell me about it. Just gave a whole debrief to the sergeant. The op was a bust, man. Didn’t get anything on EJ. He figured out Belle was wearing a wire. Hey, she’s fine, by the way.

Oh sorry, man. Sorry. I mean, thank god for that at least, right?

Are you OK?

Yeah, yeah, just– I’ve just got a lot on my mind, you know? [sirens wailing]

I need some space.

Space? Haven’t we had enough time apart? I mean, we can get through this if we’re together.

No, no. Jada, I can’t. I just can’t–

Wait, where are you going?

–deal with this right now. OK, listen. Just listen to me, OK? We need to figure some things out. Or I need to figure some things out. And I can’t do that with you around, so I’m going to go home. But you’re not going to go with me.

What are you saying? Are you– are you asking me to move out?

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I’m just saying that I think it’s best right now if– we just need some distance.

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No. No, Rafe, we’ve– we’ve survived what EJ put us through, OK? We can survive this. Please.

I have nothing else to say, Jada.

Let’s just go home together.

No, Jada!

Rafe, wait. Rafe! [sobbing]

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[tense music]

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Oh, you’re home.

Yeah.

Sorry, I didn’t save you any takeout. I thought it’d be just me tonight. Javi and Leo were at the movies, and I thought you and Jada would be out late.

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She’s not coming home.

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What’s wrong?

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Jada cheated on me.

[sighs]

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You look like hell.

Thanks.

Said with love. What’s going on?

I need to discuss something with you.

And this, you know-

you couldn’t do this over the phone or at least wait until tomorrow in the office?

It’s not business. It’s personal, Madam Mayor.

Oh. In that case, you better call me Paulina. And I think I got some rosé in the back of the fridge.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. I-

I don’t want to take up too much of your time. And plus, it’s getting late.

Oh, come on, come on. It’s just us girls. Abe is out of town visiting Eli and Lani. And Johnny and Chanel, well– whew, I don’t think they’ll be back anytime soon. Mm. Not after the news they got today.

What happened?

EJ screwed them out of adopting their baby.

So what do you say we get out of here tonight? We can drive up to Chicago and just clear our heads for a bit.

That sounds lovely. It does. But I think we’re going to have to take a rain check. I owe my Grandpa Roman a visit. He’s been trying to get a hold of me since yesterday. [gentle guitar music] OK. I’ll see you later tonight, OK? I love you.

Love you.

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It’s bad enough that Kristen and her mother got away with what they did to me. Why should you, EJ? You hurt people for sport. [tense music]

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The police won’t make you pay. There are other ways for justice to be served.

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After that article about EJ, that was the last straw. After reading that, Amy Choi, she didn’t want her grandchild near anyone with the last name DiMera.

Damn. That man has a specialty for ruining people’s lives.

Yeah, you know all about that.

Yeah, I do.

Ugh. So what was on your mind? What did you want to talk to me about?

Well, like I said, it was a personal issue, One that I didn’t think would get in the way of the job, but since it’s out there, you may be asked about it as mayor.

OK, just-

just tell me. [tense music]

I slept with Detective Brady.

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So what’s on your mind that’s a bigger deal than bringing EJ down? Is this about you and Jada? Was she upset that you told me about it? I know she didn’t want anyone to know.

Yeah, well, she changed her mind, and she’s probably telling Rafe right now as we speak. [bottle thuds]

Jada slept with Shawn?

Apparently.

But I didn’t even know that you two were having problems. You both seemed so happy when we finally found you.

Yeah, well, it happened before you did– find me, before I got home. So right after Arnold left Jada at the altar.

Oh.

Oh?

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Rafe, I can’t imagine how you must feel right now, but those circumstances are a little different than “she cheated on me.”

Well, why didn’t she tell me for weeks?

OK, I can’t defend that.

But you are defending her.

Yeah, because, I mean, can’t you see? She wasn’t actually trying to hurt you. She got fooled by Arnold, just like everyone else.

And that’s the problem. How could she not have known that I would never hurt her that way, that something was wrong?

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Rafe, I was there.

Mm.

I watched Arnold humiliate Jada in front of half the town.

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I saw what happened to her after he flaunted the fact that you slept with a stripper the night before the wedding.

Yeah, exactly. Right. And that wasn’t a red flag? I mean, come on.

[stammering] Of course it is. Hell, I even wanted you to get an MRI to check for brain damage.

Yeah, Jada mentioned that.

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We knew something was off. But no, Jada didn’t know that someone was pretending to be. And guess what. I didn’t either. And– look, Jada’s only known you for a couple of years. I’ve known you my entire life. What’s my excuse? Look, Rafe, I get it. The situation is screwed up. But how can you blame her for any of this? There is only one person responsible for this mess. EJ DiMera.

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[scoffs] I said I’m not in the mood, Kristen.

Guess again. And I don’t know about Kristen, but I don’t give a damn what you’re in the mood for, not after you sabotaged any chance Johnny and I had of adopting that baby.

[sighs] Let’s get this over with, shall we? Air your list of grievances. Your mother just gave me an earful, but who knows? Maybe she missed something.

You know what, I didn’t need to drive all the way over here just to tell you that I’m pissed at you. You are not my sounding board or my punching bag for that.

Then why are you here?

I’m here because I want you to answer one thing for me. Why? Why do you insist on ruining people’s lives, especially those that you claim to care the most about?

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I gotta admit, sis, that was pretty brave of you.

[scoffs] Pretty brave or pretty stupid. EJ figured out I was wearing a wire in, like, two seconds, but not before I said that I wanted to rekindle what we had, except that I wouldn’t until he told me what he did to Jada and Rafe.

Mm-hmm. And what did he say to all of that?

Well, he played along at first, of course. But then he was furious that I was lying to him. And he said that I was only trying to send him to prison because I was trying to remove the temptation, but that it wasn’t possible because he was in my head and my heart and in my soul.

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I’ve been on the other end of the DiMera tongue-lashing. I wouldn’t take it too seriously.

Yeah. Well, I wouldn’t usually, except– oh, god. I think he might be right.

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Did Jada think I was going to say something to Rafe?

No. No, no, no. It’s got nothing to do with you. I mean, except, you knowing, he made her realize that she– she can’t control this. So the truth is going to come out, and she wants to be the one to tell him.

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OK.

But maybe she left your name out. Look, Shawn, you didn’t do anything wrong. And neither did she. She might not even tell him who the other guy was.

No, no, I don’t see her lying to Rafe again. Come on, let’s face it. He probably knows right now that his friend slept with his fiancée.

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If I got my story straight, you and Shawn slept together after I fired you and before you got reinstated.

Yeah, but–

Mm, but nothing now. Did you promote Shawn over anyone else more qualified? Did you give him any choice assignment?

No.

Well, then there’s no issue here. And uh, if there– in case of any optics, you let me handle this if it gets leaked to the press. [sighs] But something tells me that you weren’t crying out and drying out your tears on the way over because of optics.

No. Rafe and I really got into it, and he asked me not to come home tonight. He blames me for not telling him sooner and not realizing that Arnold wasn’t him.

[scoffs] That’s ridiculous.

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Is it? I mean, after everything that happened with Bobby, I’ve been really off my game. I should have– I should have figured it out sooner. Right? Especially not only as a detective but as the person who loves him more than anyone.

No, no. You need to stop. You need to stop that talk right now. Now, listen loud and clear. Jada Hunter, you are not to blame for what happened. And we both know exactly who is. [tense music]

Damn it! This is all EJ’s fault.

Oh, come on. Come on. Listen, it’s not that simple.

Yes, it is. Jada only slept with Shawn because she thought you dumped her on her wedding day. And then that bastard kidnapped you and replaced you with an impostor. Rafe, you know damn well that none of this would have happened if it wasn’t for EJ. That man ruined your life almost as much as he ruined mine. And I could kill him for it.

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You knew that Johnny and I were trying to adopt a baby. All you had to do was keep your nose clean for a few months, but you couldn’t help yourself.

I’m sorry my idiot brother chose this moment to publish an article about me.

Do you think that this is about the article? This is about your actions, your choices.

And I want to make this right. I told Johnny I would speak with Amy Choi, tell her, convince her that whatever she thinks of me, it would have no bearing on his ability to be a good parent or yours.

You are a dangerous man. And she doesn’t think that we are bad people, but she is terrified of you being anywhere near her grandchild. And you know what? If I were her, I would be too.

Then I suppose it’s for the best that Johnny doesn’t want me to get involved, that as far as he’s concerned, I’m dead to him.

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Johnny. Got my text?

Yep. And your missed calls. You know, I would have gotten back to you sooner. It’s just– –the adoption fell through.

Oh, no.

Yeah. Sophia’s mother read the article about my father and– that was it.

Damn it, Johnny. I’m so sorry, especially knowing that you’re still dealing with what you learned about your dad, what he did to your mom. Johnny, look, I– I always thought you should know the truth when you were old enough. But that wasn’t my call. And Kate wouldn’t have said anything if I hadn’t put my foot in my mouth.

Yeah, well… obviously, I hate that it even happened. [light twangy music] He did that horrible thing that he forced himself onto my mother. But I hate that she then married him twice. I hate that everybody decided to keep it from me. And most of all, I– I hate my father.

Well, I know that feeling. But listen, this is all fresh to you.

[chuckles]

I have known about this all your life.

So what? What are you saying? You’re saying eventually I’m not going to be as angry about this as I am right now? Because I really don’t see that happening.

No. But I do think you will find a way to understand your mother in time. And why we honored her wishes, at least I hope you will. But your dad, that’s a whole different deal, man. That anger may never go away. And I can tell you this, mine sure as hell hasn’t. And there’s a strong part of me that wants to go in that box, open it up, get out my gun and shoot this SOB.

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OK, do you want– do you want truth or comfort right now?

God, if you have to ask. Hey, look, look, look, I– I know what it’s like to have a DiMera that you just can’t shake.

OK, you gave me this lecture when Mom walked in on EJ and me, OK? I know how toxic our dynamic is.

I know. I know, but a lot’s changed since then. OK, hear me out. Your brother’s an addict, right? I was addicted to Kristen. I mean, every time I tried to push her away, I just found myself going back to her. Every time.

OK, so this is definitely truth, not comfort.

No, no, no. It’s both. It’s both. Listen, what I’m telling you is I did kick the habit. Now, I’m grateful to her for giving me Rachel, all right? I love that little girl. But the point is, she doesn’t have a spell over me anymore. Every time I see her, all I can think about is the pain that we have caused each other, OK? I finally moved on. I did. And I believe that you can too, OK?

Mm-hmm. Well, that’s very easy for you to say because you found someone that you love as much. I don’t have an Ava in my life.

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Belle, I don’t have an Ava in my life either anymore. We broke up. [tense music]

I must say, I admire your determination. But like you just said, we both know why that’s not going to happen. If you spill on me, Kristen and Brady’s precious daughter will be taken away from them. And all the blame goes to you.

Oh, EJ. Who said anything about spilling?

If you’re referring to Ms. Blake’s part in all this, I wouldn’t hold your breath. I have it on very good authority that she’s been removed from the equation.

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You’re not going to get away with this this time, EJ.

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Not this time.

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[light twangy music]

Grandpa, you really have a gun behind the bar?

Yeah, I mean, you know, Salem’s a good town and all, but a small business owner’s got to protect himself.

How long have you had it?

Since always. I just never advertised it to you kids. But I made damn sure I kept it locked up in that box so none of you would get hurt. But I guess instead, my big mouth hurt you. Johnny, listen to me. When I first heard your dad was working with Feniger again, it just brought it all back. Everything.

Yeah, well, look. I’m-

I’m glad. I’m glad you and Kate told me that story. I needed to know. My whole life, I’ve been living in the dark. And now I know what kind of a monster my dad really is.

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Johnny said you’re dead to him.

Oh, did he not tell you?

No, but it doesn’t shock me. I mean, how did you expect him to react after he found out that you raped his mother? [tense music]

That was a long time ago. I’ve spent decades trying to right that terrible wrong.

No, you’ve spent decades trying to cover it up. You spent Johnny’s entire life trying to prevent him from knowing the truth about how he was conceived.

To protect him.

No, to protect yourself. That is your MO.

It was what Samantha wanted.

Oh, and how lucky for you. Now, I don’t know how Sammy was able to forgive you. That is between the two of you and God. And maybe Johnny could have moved past it if you hadn’t partnered with the other man who assaulted his mother to steal Rafe’s life. That is not a one-off. That is a pattern. It shows a clear and distinct lack of remorse. You-

you don’t deserve forgiveness, EJ. And so Johnny will never give it to you. [tense music]

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You can’t go around saying you’re going to kill people. The threat alone is a crime.

What, are you going to turn me in?

I’m serious. Don’t do it. I mean, you just got your freedom back, OK? So let’s not joke about it or risk it. Besides, we both know that you would never actually try and kill EJ.

You sure about that?

Now, now, Gabriella. Let’s not do anything rash.

What did you do with Rafe?

I haven’t done anything with Rafe. I’ve told you that. Now, why don’t you be a good girl and put the gun down, and we can have a civilized–

You lied! This is my brother’s gun, EJ. And I swear to god, I will use it to blow your head off unless you start telling me the truth. Now, where the hell is he?

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We’ve both been pushed to our limits by EJ. Who knows what we’re capable of? [tense music]

You and Ava broke up? When?

We’ve been on the rocks ever since I asked her to cover for Rachel. And yesterday, we just called it. Hey, tomorrow’s another day, right? And speaking of which, I’m going to hit the hay just in case Marlena calls with any more information. You know, with the time difference and everything.

Yeah, makes sense.

You might want to turn in to. You’ve had one hell of a day.

[chuckles] I will. I think I should check in with Jada first, though, to make sure she knows about my unmitigated disaster, so good night.

Night-night. [pensive music]

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How could I have been so stupid?

Dude, this isn’t your fault. You and Jada thought Rafe dumped her.

It doesn’t matter. Even if it was Rafe that broke Jada’s heart the way that he did, frankly, he should be more pissed at me. She was his jilted ex. And I was– I was his crappy friend.

Hey, I get that. But there’s something to be said for extenuating circumstances. You know what? Let me feel things out for you. I’m supposed to spend the night at Gabi’s. Rafe will probably be there. I could find out how much he knows.

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All right. All right, yeah. Thank you. Yeah.

Hey, what are partners for?

Thanks.

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I know you’re trying to make me feel better, but I can’t just absolve myself of all responsibility here.

[scoffs] The hell you can’t. This is what EJ does. He manipulates and muddies the damn waters until people don’t know what’s what. Let me tell you something. Every horrible thing that has happened in Salem these last few weeks can be traced back to him. And I have faith that one day he’s going to have to face the consequences for everything that he has done, if not in this world, than in the next. [phone beeps] [tense music]

Maybe that time is now.

What do you mean?

Well, I asked Belle to wear a wire to see if she can get EJ to admit kidnapping Rafe.

Mm. Pretty underhanded. But I love it.

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[sighs] Well, that was a bust.

Belle have a change of heart?

No. EJ figured out what she was up to.

Damn.

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So you still think and have faith that EJ will pay for everything that he’s done?

[scoffs] Nope, not unless someone makes him pay. Ugh. And they would be doing the world a favor if they just took care of him once and for all.

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You’ve made your point. My son hates me, which, though I doubt you’ll give a damn, is very painful for me.

You’re right. I don’t give a damn. So if you’re expecting me to intercede on your behalf, it’s not going to happen.

I understand. But maybe you could tell him that I love him. [tense music]

I’ll tell him, even though I’m sure it’s the last thing he wants to hear right now.

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Johnny, I’m so sorry that you’re having to go through this. Have you talked to your mother?

I’ve– [clears throat] –I’ve called her a few times, but I’m pretty sure she’s avoiding me.

OK. Well, maybe she’s just not ready. I mean, this is her pain we’re talking about here. She kept all that deep inside. She didn’t want you to know to keep it from affecting your relationship with your father.

How could it not? I mean, shouldn’t it?

Well, there’s a part of me that knows I should say, well, he’s your father, all right, no matter what I think about him. But the other day, he came in here threatening Katie and her son when he found out that it was her who told you what happened.

[sighs] I’m really sorry about that.

You didn’t do it. Your old man did.

Yeah, well, he did it in my name. And he’s not going to stop. You know, he had the nerve to show up to Paulina’s and ask me to forgive him. It took everything I had not to take a knife off the table and stab him with it. [light twangy music]

Hey, Ava. I fixed the water heater.

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What’s up with her?

No idea. But I know a woman on a mission when I see one.

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[pensive music]

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Gabi, you there? Gabi? Rafe? Anybody home?

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[phone beeps]]

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No, I am far from OK.

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Mama?

Mm? Ooh. Oh, Chanel. Oh, darling. I was reading a book. Must have fallen asleep.

[chuckles] I’m sorry to wake you.

Oh, no, no. It’s OK. Whew. It’s too early to just call it a night.

Yeah, I was hoping that Johnny would be here. Have you seen him?

Uh-uh. No, not tonight.

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Honey, is something wrong?

I don’t know. God, I hope not.

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[phone rings]

Oh, Kate. I got to take this.

Oh, yeah. Go. Go ahead. I’ll watch– I’ll watch the bar.

Are you sure?

Yeah. Yes, it’s all good.

All right. Thanks.

Yeah, Katie, what’s up? [light twangy music]

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[tense music]

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[sighs] So any advice you’d like to share to help me get back to my son’s good graces? Not sure why I’m asking. Not like you had any impressive people skills. But I am my father’s son. [chuckling] You were always one step ahead. And so am I. [ominous music] * * I win.

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What are you doing?

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[tense music]

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Everything all right?

Why don’t you have a seat? There’s something I need to tell you.

OK. What is it?

God, this is so hard.

OK. You know you can tell me anything, right?

I’m not so sure you’ll agree once you hear this. I slept with another man. [dramatic music]

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This is a pleasant surprise. Unexpected, obviously.

I’m not keeping you from other plans, am I?

None. So what spurred on this impromptu visit?

Well, I know that you can’t prosecute him, but I was hoping that you could help us get him in a different way.

How?

By wearing a wire.

Like I said, I missed you.

Then by all means, come in. [tense music]

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Well? May I come in?

Oh, that depends. Is this about Rachel?

Uh, no, no, she’s fine. She’s got the whole staff looking after her every need. No, I came to see how you were holding up. Any news about your father?

Do you care?

Brady, you know I do. [dramatic music]

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[gunshot]

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[gunshot]

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Oh, my God. Is it John?

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Yes, this is Agent Andrew Donovan, badge number JX9692. I have Milo Harp in custody. Requesting immediate armed transport to the Estonian field office. I’m currently in the Hotel Tallinn, room 512, on the alley side of the hotel. Tell the team to enter through the loading dock. They can use the back stairs. They’ll have unimpeded access to the room. Thank you. I’ll await their arrival. [phone beeps] OK, Orpheus, your days of– What?

Hold it. Hold it. You wouldn’t want to invite someone else to this party, would you?

Oh, my God. Is it John?

Marlena, wait. Answer me. Is that my husband? [tense music]

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

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So pick your poison. What can I fix you?

I’ll have whatever you’re having.

Strega is an acquired taste.

I can handle it.

[chuckles] I have no doubt. [clears throat]

Mm. Hardly more intense than Yellow Chartreuse.

No, I think you’re giving those monks far too much credit. Salut! [glasses clinking] So what changed?

I beg your pardon?

Well, the last time we were together, you were very upset with me. Accused me of trying to seduce you so you would drop the charges.

I remember. I also remember I made quite a scene.

[chuckles]

I have been thinking about how emotional I was that night. Irrational, really. And I think that my behavior was really more about all of the sad and very difficult things going on in my life recently than it was about you. And I regret that I didn’t realize that at the time. And I was on edge, and I wasn’t thinking clearly. And so I jumped to conclusions.

About my intentions?

About a lot of things.

Whatever you may think of me, Belle, I wasn’t lying about my feelings for you. We make each other very happy.

I know.

I would never hurt you.

I know that. But it’s not that simple.

Why can’t it be?

Because you’ve hurt so many people that I care about. And I can get past that. I can–I can forgive all of those things because you were transparent with me about that. What I can’t forgive is dishonesty. So if we’re going to move forward, I just need you to be straight with me.

About what exactly?

I need you to admit what you did to Jada and Rafe.

You slept with another man?

I’m so sorry, Rafe.

I–I don’t understand. How did this happen? Why? Oh, my God. If Feniger laid a finger on you, I swear–

No, no, he never touched me, Rafe.

OK, then. I don’t understand.

It was–it was when you were gone. I thought it was you that left me at the altar. I was told that you slept with a stripper. I was hurt, and it just happened.

Who was it?

It doesn’t matter who it was.

Well, it matters to me.

He’s not the one to blame, Rafe. It’s EJ. EJ is.

So obviously, it wasn’t just some random guy at a bar, or you would have told me. So was it one of your friends? One of mine?

It was Shawn. I slept with Shawn. [dramatic music]

It’s a shame, really, how diminished the ISA has become. Turning your back on a master criminal. Who trained you?

A team of agents is about to storm through that door. Tell me how diminished you think we are then.

Well, gosh, we don’t want that. So here’s what you’re going to do. You’re going to take your phone, make another call. Tell them I got free, made a run for it. And you’re going to redirect your friends elsewhere so I can make a clean break.

It’s never going to happen.

No? Yeah, I guess you’re right. You’re too smart for that, aren’t you? You know I’d have to deal with you anyway. Oh, Andrew, you’ve made a fatal error. You sent a civilian to do an agent’s job. Poor Marlena was sure she’d secured me to that chair. Shame you have to pay for her mistake. [ominous music]

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It’s not John.

Oh, thank God. Poor man.

Whoever he is, he’s still alive.

Steve, put pressure on the wound.

OK. OK.

No, don’t try to move. Don’t try to move. I’m a doctor. We’re here to help you.

No, no. It’s not safe. I’m not going to make it, am I?

Listen, listen. What’s your name, friend?

Karl.

Karl? Dr. Karl Pilkington?

Yeah.

I saw your name in some of the files I was looking through. You’re one of the top nuclear scientists in Europe, right?

So they tell me.

I’m so sorry to ask you this right now, but I’m desperate. Have you–have you seen my husband?

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Yes, he–he was here.

He was?

Where is he now? Hmm? Hey, hey, hey.

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Karl, do you know where my husband is?

They took him.

Who took him? Where?

They knew he infiltrated the lab. I helped him cover. That’s why they shot me.

Oh, dear God.

Moved the device and took him with it.

Wait, wait. The device? The nuclear weapon? Where did they move them to? Karl, Karl, stay with me. Stay with me.

Rosebud.

What?

Rosebud.

What does that mean? Karl? Steve, he’s gone.

Dad?

No, no, no. It’s not your dad.

Wait, wait. What are you doing here?

I was wondering the same thing.

Well, I had a surprise visitor at my hotel room. It was Orpheus.

What?

Yeah. I was able to get away just luckily.

Where is he now?

Well, Andrew was there making sure that he stays right where he is until the ISA arrives and takes him into custody. I thought I’d better come here and warn you about Orpheus.

Who is he?

Well, he’s a hero. With his help, we were able to get the upper hand. He pointed us in the right direction.

John was here. They moved him and the nuclear device someplace else.

Well, no wonder Shane wanted to keep this under wraps. Do you have any idea where they went?

No, not yet.

Well, he did say a word. He said “rosebud.”

Well, what’s that mean?

We have no idea. But we need to find out. Let’s go back to the records room and see if there’s a file about it.

And, you know, maybe– maybe Orpheus might have some idea what’s going on. He might be able to help us if we– if we question him in time.

You really think this is going to end well for you?

Well, you’re forgetting the power dynamics here. I have the gun. You don’t.

You made off with a nuclear weapon. They know that you’re planning to sell it on the black market. This is end-of-the-world type stuff, man. It doesn’t matter if you make a run for it. Every person with a badge in every friendly country will be looking for you. Hand me that gun, I’ll tell my team you’re planning to cooperate.

Cooperate?

This newfound freedom of yours is coming to an end. There are things we can do to make your sentence easier on you.

Yeah, you’re right. I’m never going to get out of this a free man. So I’ll just have to amuse myself. It’d be quite a notch on my belt to kill the ISA director’s son.

Did Steve and Marlena give you any specifics?

No, they couldn’t even if they wanted to because the assignment my father was on was obviously classified.

Brady, everything is going to be fine. All those stories about the great John Black. I mean, he’s going to outlive us all.

I hope so. I miss him. And I’m sure–I’m sure Rachel misses her grandfather, too.

Yeah. And her grandmother.

I didn’t–I didn’t tell Rachel that Marlena went after him.

Oh, no, no, no. I–I met my mother.

Oh.

Yeah.

Why? What happened?

Well, what do you think happened? EJ. Jada threatened to charge my mother as an accessory unless she testified against EJ.

She didn’t make a, uh–a run for it?

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, she didn’t. She was going to make the deal. And then EJ found out. And…[chuckles] He made the problem disappear.

You have to understand, Rafe. I thought I was going to marry you, but instead, you– this Arnold guy, he left me at the altar.

That wasn’t me!

Well, I know that now, OK? But I was devastated. And my heart was broken in a million pieces. And I didn’t know if I was going to be able to put myself back together. And Shawn, he was there to help me get out of that terrible, terrible place. And he was in a bad way, too. And he was hurt from his breakup with Belle. And we–we–we just found comfort in each other.

He was my friend, my colleague, your subordinate.

I know.

You know? So he just used you? He just used you. He used you to get back at his ex-wife.

Oh, we’re doing this again, are we? In that case, I’ll need another round.

EJ, this is really important to me. I just need you to admit the truth.

For Rafe and Jada or for yourself?

For both. I need to know that you can be honest with me, that you’re not just going to lie to my face again. So if we’re going to move forward, we have to be able to trust each other.

So you didn’t come over here for a nightcap. You reached out to button this up, get closure.

No. I came here because– because I can’t shake you, EJ. I want you. I need you. And I pull away every time I get close to you because I’m so afraid that you’re going to hurt somebody else that I love. And that is why I need you to admit the truth. I need to be able to look in your eyes when you promise me that this will never happen again. And if you can do that and if I can believe you, then maybe we have a future together. EJ, please, I just need you to admit it. I just need you to say the words. I need you to tell me that you kidnapped Rafe.

What do you mean, EJ made the problem disappear?

He didn’t admit to anything. But I know he took my mother somewhere, and he’s holding her against her will.

Oh, my God, Kristen.

I know. I know.

Kristen!

I don’t even know where she is or if she’s OK.

No, no, no, no. I’m not talking about your mother. I’m talking about our daughter. You left our daughter alone in that house with EJ, knowing what he has done?

Brady, I mean, whatever we feel about EJ, he is not going to do anything to our daughter. She is his family. She is protected, Brady, unlike my mother, who–who has been away for so many years to protect me. And I couldn’t even return the favor.

Sorry.

Are you really? I mean, I know that she didn’t garner much sympathy after what she did to your girlfriend.

Ava and I aren’t together anymore, Kristen.

You’re not?

No. We broke up after we knew that we had to let EJ walk for Rachel’s sake. I mean, she said she understood, but it was a little too much for us to overcome.

Well, then I am sorry too, Brady.

No, you’re not. That’s what you wanted all along. [tense music]

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So you do want me?

Yeah. Yes. God help me. I do.

Then we want the same thing– each other.

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Wait.

Why?

I told you. First, you need to admit what you did to Rafe.

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Then you’re in luck. Because I didn’t do a damn thing to that man. Which means you are wearing a wire for nothing.

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No, it wasn’t like that. Shawn wasn’t trying to get even with anyone.

Why are you defending him?

I’m not! OK, see, this is why I didn’t want to tell you. You didn’t need to know who he was.

Yeah, I didn’t need to know any of this, apparently, did I? I’ve been home for weeks, Jada. Why didn’t you tell me earlier?

Because you were recovering.

Oh–

EJ put you through something horrific. It never felt like the right time.

Yeah, it was never going to be the right time, was it? It feels like you were never going to tell me any of this. You were going to keep it from me. I mean, how do ever expect me to trust you again?

Orpheus, you don’t want to do this.

I’m pretty sure I do. It’s rather poetic, don’t you think? The agency got my wife killed, so I kill its director’s son. [tense music]

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[gunshot]

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[grunts]

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Yeah, I orchestrated the whole thing so that Ava would break up with you. Mm-hmm. I mean, and what was so genius about this plan was its simplicity. I mean, all I had to do was get our daughter to kidnap your girlfriend and hope that you could convince her to recant her statement to the police and then assume that she would be appalled that a parent would choose their child over, well, their latest fling. And then she would give said parent the heave-ho. Ha. Brilliant.

OK. OK. All right. Look, look. I’ve–I’ve just been a little preoccupied, OK? I’m worried. I’m worried about my father.

He’s going to come back, Brady.

Well, I wish I were sure about that.

You know what? I am. Because I have faith. And at this point, that’s all we have left. [tense music]

Andrew, are you all right?

Yeah, I’m OK.

You saved my life.

About time I returned the favor.

Not that I’m complaining, but what are you doing back here? Did you find your dad?

No, but Steve and Marlena got a lead. And they sent me here to see what Orpheus knows about it. Now, you’re going to tell me and answer every question that I’ve got, you bastard, starting with, what is rosebud?

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Finding anything useful?

No, not yet.

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I wonder if Paul’s having any luck finding anything there. Do you think maybe it was a mistake to send him back to the hotel by himself?

Well, my nephew’s with him. Besides, Paul is an excellent PI, trained by none other than the esteemed John Black, which means he learned from the best, right? That’s not supposed to be a trick question.

I just found something.

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What? A wire?

Don’t try and deny it. It’s the only thing that would explain this sudden reversal on your part.

OK, EJ. I get why you’d be paranoid, but–

You’ve spent days ignoring my calls and texts. And then all of a sudden, out of the blue, you show up on my doorstep admitting that you want me after all. But there’s just one catch. I need to confess all my sins to you. Do you think I’m stupid, Belle?

EJ, that’s not what’s happening here.

No? Then prove it. Prove you’re not wearing a wire. Take off your dress.

This is so not fair. I’m telling you now, aren’t I?

Yeah. Yeah, you are. But why? Why? Did your conscience get the best of you?

Is that what you think?

I don’t know what to think.

Look, I am telling you the truth, all of it, no matter how much it is killing me right now, because I love you. I love you. And you deserve to hear what happened. Look, Shawn and I were both hurting. Just–just please, just–can you please just put yourself in my shoes for a second? I thought I was going to marry you. We walked down the aisle together, and I saw our life together forever. And–and then you humiliated me in front of the entire town. You got me fired, and then you slept with a stripper–

That wasn’t me, Jada! It wasn’t me!

I know that now!

Yeah, well, you should have known then. You should have known.

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What?

How could you have not known that that man was not me?

Are you seriously asking me why I didn’t guess that my fiancé was replaced by an imposter? I mean, come on.

You know, you asked how I could have thought so little of you. How about how you thought so little of me?

What do you mean?

You thought that I would take EJ on as a client? That I would believe some trumped-up charges of you being a corrupt cop? That I would sleep with a stripper at my bachelor party? And if you think that that’s the kind of man that I am, then you don’t know me at all.

OK. But I did know that you were not acting like yourself. OK, I did everything in my power to–to–to find out why and explain why you were acting this way. I–I even looked into brain damage from your coma.

OK. Yeah, right. So when the doctors waved off that it could possibly be brain damage, you did what? Hmm? Just gave up? I mean, you never even had them look at me.

Gabi and I tried, but Feniger wouldn’t go.

All right. So you were just so upset that you climbed into bed with Shawn.

How dare you?

How dare I?

Yeah, you. You have no idea the hell I’ve been through. Feniger, he put me through psychological torture, looking into the face of a man that I love and just watching him break my heart.

That’s all it took, huh? That’s all it took for you to just give up.

No.

Kind of cold, don’t you think?

No. This–this is cold. Cruel, actually. Did you blame Sami the last time that Arnold pulled this stunt? Yeah, of course you didn’t, because that would make absolutely no sense. Look, you’re just pissed because you think that EJ is going to walk like he always does. Well, I’m sorry that there’s no one else here to blame for what happened to you, Rafe, but that doesn’t mean that you get to blame me!

OK. You’re right. You are right. But I do blame you, for not having been honest with me from the start.

OK, look, yes, I should have told you sooner. I should have told you right away. I will give you that. But look, we’re here now, OK? So how can we fix this? How can we come back to each other? Just tell me what I can do to fix this.

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There’s nothing you can do. Not a damn thing.

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[chuckles] Rosebud? Rosebud? I’m sorry, fellas. It’s not ringing a bell.

Don’t lie to me. I know it’s connected to who took the bomb and my father.

No, no, I’m– I’m–I’m drawing a blank. Yeah. Sorry.

Tell me where my father is. Now!

Paul.

No, you have tortured him for decades. For what? Huh? You still blame him for something you and I both know he didn’t do. I’m done playing games with you.

Paul, Paul, stop, stop.

No, no, no. If this–you know what? This is never going to end until someone ends him. And if you’re not going to tell me where my father is, then I’ve got no reason not to blow you away right now. [tense music]

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Rosebud. It’s the only word I can read on this entire page. Everything else is–

It’s in code. It’s encrypted. I’ll get the ISA on this right away. Good work. Listen, you should take a break.

Absolutely not.

Marlena, you’re of no use to John if you’re exhausted. Now, why don’t you take a few minutes while I send pictures of this to the agency? And then we’ll regroup.

Fine. The children are going to want to hear an update about their dad anyway.

I’m not so sure I share your faith, Kristen, but I hope you’re right about my dad. I hope you do find your mother. And I hope you get her the help that she needs.

Well, as long as my dear brother keeps my mother and me apart, I may have to force the issue.

Force the issue? What do you mean by that, Kristen?

Oh, you know, just forget I said anything. Um, I need to get home to Rachel. Good night, Brady. I really do hope that your father is safe and that he makes it home soon.

Thank you. And I wish you luck with Elvis. [tense music]

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Go on. Take off your dress. If I’m wrong and you’re not wearing a wire, we’ll have a laugh, head upstairs. I mean, that’s the reason why you came over here in the first place, isn’t it? Except it’s not. You jumped at the chance when the cops asked you to wear a wire, not just to gather evidence but to prove to yourself that despite falling into bed with me, you’re still a good person, to prove that you are over me or because you know that the only way you are going to rid yourself of this temptation is for you to make me go away. [tense music] I’m not going to make it that easy for you, Belle.

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I’m not going anywhere. And even if I was behind bars, I’d still be in your head, your heart, ooh, and your soul. So I’m afraid this whole setup was for naught. You won’t be able to break this spell we have over each other.

We’ll see about that.

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Seriously? There’s nothing I can do to make this right? Nothing I can do to prove how much I love you, how much we love each other? [somber music]

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I need space, Jada.

Space? Haven’t we had enough time apart? I mean, we can–we can get through this together.

No, I can’t. I just–I can’t.

Wait, wait. Where are you going?

OK, I– we need some time to figure some things out, OK? At least that’s what I need. And I–I can’t do that with you around, so. [sighs] I’m going to go home. But I’m going to go alone.

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[phone beeps, rings] [phone ringing]

Mom? Is there any news on Dad?

Well, yes and no. He’s alive as far as we know.

That’s something, I guess.

Not nearly enough. I’m afraid he’s in more trouble than we feared.

Paul, please.

Yeah, Paul, please. We both know I’m not going to tell you where John is or where to find that bomb, just like we both know you’re never going to pull that trigger. You’re predictable.

Wanna bet?

Even if you could live with this on your conscience, you’d never implicate your fiancé. He couldn’t condone cold-blooded murder.

Don’t you speak for me.

You know, the old adage rings true. He who seeks revenge digs two graves, one for me and one for Agent Donovan’s career.

Or I just tell my superiors you reached for my gun again. Paul shot you in self-defense. I could make it look good, too. I know just where to shoot you to make the story stick. But Paul’s not going to do that, because he’s not going to shoot you again. It doesn’t matter what you’ve done. It’s not what his father would want. [tense music]

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The ISA is here. They’ll bring him in for questioning.

What did I tell you? Predictable. You really are your father’s son.

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[somber music]

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[sighs]

We need to talk.

I am so not in the mood right now.

I do not give a damn. Where is my mother?

I said not now!

Fine. I am going to go upstairs and look in on Rachel while you take some deep breaths. This isn’t over. I will find the answers I need about my mother one way or another. [tense music]

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[dramatic music]

Yes, Belle, it’s true. We have a new lead on your father.

Oh, that’s amazing. What’s the lead?

Well, I can’t even go into details right now, but I think we may be getting him home soon.

Well, I’m glad you have something to go on. What are you gonna do in the meantime?

Well, I’ve been kind of stressed. I think I’ll just, I don’t know, take a long hot bath. But I will get back to you as soon as I have an answer about your dad.

Sounds good. Love you.

I love you too. Bye-bye.

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[siren wailing]

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Hey, you got that file on the Morrison case? I need to catch myself up.

Yeah. Yep. Here you go. We’ve got a solid lead on the sister.

Great. Thanks.

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Congratulations, by the way.

On?

On getting reinstated?

Oh, that. [chuckles] Yeah, it feels great to be back.

Yeah, look, I’m sorry I didn’t– didn’t say anything sooner. I just have been trying to keep my distance.

I noticed.

I just wasn’t sure how you’d feel about us working together, you know, after what happened.

Yeah, well, it’s a little awkward, obviously. But it shouldn’t be a problem. We were friends before, and we’re friends now, right?

Yeah, of course. Absolutely.

And I sure as hell can’t afford to lose a great detective like you.

Well, I appreciate that. I don’t have a problem if you don’t have a problem.

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What about Rafe?

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I’m assuming by the look on your face that you haven’t told him yet.

No, I haven’t. And I don’t intend to.

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And while no official statement has been made by Salem PD, several anonymous sources within the department confirm that despite Mr. DiMera having been accused of numerous felonies, he’s unlikely to be charged. Yeah. We’ll see about that. There’s no chance in hell you’re getting away with this.

Rafe is still recovering from the trauma of EJ using Feginer to take over his life.

Yeah, I mean, I can’t imagine what he’s going through and what you’re both going through.

Yeah, well, we’re both working really hard to get our lives back on track. So to tell him about you and me right now would be like–

Adding insult to injury?

Or maybe more just injury.

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, especially now that we know that EJ is gonna skate on all these charges.

Mm, maybe not. I have one Hail Mary idea left, and if it works, we could put that bastard away for the rest of his life.

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Disarray, indeed. Well, at least I look handsome. [sighs]

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[phone beeps]

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Of course. I should have known.

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Forget your shampoo?

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Orpheus.

Hello, Marlena. It’s been a while.

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

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[dramatic music]

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Any trouble getting rid of the guards?

Nope. They’re taken care of.

Taken care of?

Yeah, we stuffed them in a closet. Should be a while before anyone finds them.

We took their guns too– oh, and these. Figured they might come in handy.

Do we think they’re master keys?

Well, they’ve opened every door we’ve tried so far, so they should give us access to the entire facility.

Great work, dudes.

What about you? You find anything?

Oh, you know, only the mastermind of the whole operation.

Orpheus. Is he here?

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How did you get in here?

Oh, the usual, borrowed a uniform from a waiter, grabbed a room service cart and key. Can I interest you in some Estonian delicacies?

I don’t mean in Estonia. I mean you’re meant to be in prison right now.

[chuckles] Really, Marlena, you should know by now, they haven’t built a prison that can hold me, not for long, anyway.

So you escaped again.

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Well, I can’t very well waste time rotting in a cell, not when there’s so many important things to do.

You mean like create a nuclear device to sell to the highest bidder?

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You’re up to speed. Good. Good. That’ll save time.

Time for what?

Time to get you and that meddlesome husband of yours out of my way for good.

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[knock at door]

Jada. What can I do for you?

I want you to help me nail EJ DiMera once and for all.

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[groans] Would you respond already, Isabella? Don’t leave me pining here like some lovesick schoolboy. [scoffs]

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Hey, McMillan said you were in here doing paperwork.

Just going over Tate’s statement about Great-Grandma Alice’s necklace.

I still can’t believe that Cousin Doug was the one who stole it.

It’s a pretty crappy thing to do.

It’s unforgivable, actually. I mean, Julie was so nice to that kid ever since he got to town, you know, treating him like a member of the family.

Yeah, well, now that she knows he betrayed her, that’s over, obviously. She kicked him out of the house this morning.

Well, understandably. So now that you have Tate’s statement, does that mean you’re gonna arrest the guy?

Julie reported the necklace stolen, but I’m not sure if she’s gonna press charges.

Yeah, right. I mean, it’s got to be hard to send the police after Doug’s grandson, no matter what he did.

It’s complicated, for sure.

Yeah, so another crooked Salemite gets away with a crime.

Talking about EJ now?

How’d you guess?

Gabi’s furious about that, too, the idea that he’s just going to walk after what he did to Rafe, to their whole family.

Yeah, well, I’m hoping that it’s not over yet.

You think there’s still a chance to hold him accountable?

I just spoke to Jada. It sounds like she’s got a plan.

So EJ is your first official case back on the job. Can’t say I’m surprised.

Well, I’m not the only one who wants to see him pay for his crimes.

Oh, yeah, no, I think the whole town wants that.

Well, what about you, Belle? Are you gonna help me?

Well, I can’t. I’ve had to recuse myself from prosecuting any cases involving EJ.

[sighs] Right, because of your personal relationship with him.

Mm, which you know all about.

Listen, Belle, I am so sorry that Paulina found out that you were still sleeping with EJ. OK, and it was my fault for telling Gabi in the first place. It’s just that I was just so frustrated about everything that he did to me and Rafe. Actually, frustrated is an understatement.

OK, I get it. Listen. Considering the havoc that he wreaked on your lives, I don’t blame you for being indiscreet. But I still can’t help you with the case.

Well, I know that you can’t prosecute him. But I was hoping that you could help us get him in a different way.

How?

By wearing a wire. [dramatic music]

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Orpheus is behind all of this? I thought he was locked up.

Well, he was until he wasn’t.

I guess we shouldn’t be surprised. I mean, why else would the ISA have dragged my father into this?

You think his mission was to find Orpheus?

Well, no one knows how that maniac’s mind works better than my partner, John.

Do you think Orpheus was involved in my dad’s disappearance?

I’m not sure he has disappeared.

What?

There are notes in this file about an unknown agent infiltrating this facility, disguised as a scientist.

And you think it was John.

Well, based on the timeline and the description of his actions, I’d say it’s a pretty good bet.

So my dad traced Orpheus to this location.

It appears that way.

So what are we waiting for? Let’s go find him and help him put that son of a bitch back in prison.

Hang on a second, cowboy.

What? What is it?

We’re not all going.

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John’s been pursuing you. That’s why he’s here.

Mm-hmm. I should have expected the ISA to sic him on me. After all, who better to track my scent than my old pal John Black…

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Whom, by the way, I managed to stay one step ahead of.

Then you know where he is.

Of course I do. I’ll give this to John. He did manage to infiltrate my top secret facility by posing as a scientist. But I caught on soon enough.

What have you done to my husband? Where is John?

Hmm.

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Your–your concern for your husband has always been very touching to me, honestly. It’s one of the few certainties left in this uncertain world: death, taxes, and the eternal devotion between John Black and Marlena Evans. Hmm. But if I were you, I would worry less about John…

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And more about yourself.

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Do you need any help with this?

I’m good.

All right, well, let me know if you need me to tag in.

Shawn, wait. [dramatic music] Please tell me this is none of my business. And if you don’t want to discuss it with me anymore, I’d understand. But I’ve been concerned since you told me about you and Jada.

It’s OK, all right? I appreciate the concern. And yeah, you’re right. I did–I did confide in you. So yeah, Jada and I spoke but briefly.

How did it go?

Well, she hasn’t told Rafe yet, and she doesn’t plan to. So I guess that makes things a lot less messy.

Yeah. Yeah, I guess. But are you gonna be able to live with that secret?

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[scoffs] You want me to go undercover to bust EJ?

Would you at least consider it, Belle? You could just sidle up close to him, get him to incriminate himself on tape.

How am I going to get close to him? I don’t have a relationship with EJ anymore. It’s over. I ended it.

Well, maybe it’s possible that he still has feelings for you. Do you think he could believe that possibly you changed your mind about ending it?

[sighs] Maybe. I guess it’s possible. Belle, listen, you are a world-class litigator, OK? You are an expert at getting people to tell on themselves. And I know that you believe in justice and the rule of law. I mean, this man, he stole Rafe’s life. He destroyed my wedding. And he–he engineered Ava’s kidnapping. I know you do not want to see this man getting away with that…

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Unless you don’t want to see EJ go to prison.

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Ah, what are you looking at? What, are you upset that I’m going after your son? Sorry, not sorry.

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Now all we have to do is sit back and watch your sociopathic son incriminate himself.

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Hernandez. What the hell are you up to?

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Steve, you’re telling me that I can’t come with you to find my dad?

I’m not talking about you, Paul.

Me? I’m an ISA agent.

Well, that’s exactly why you’re not coming along. This is not an authorized operation. If you take part in it, you could be seriously jeopardizing your future with the agency.

I’m not worried about that.

Well, I’ll worry for of us. And I know your father. He doesn’t play favorites. In fact, he’s probably harder on you than anyone.

So you expect me to just sit on the sideline.

The farther away you get from this facility, the better.

Better for who? Not John. Paul, you seriously can’t be on board with this.

OK, I know you want to help, and I love you for that. But I do not want you to jeopardize your career.

[scoffs]

Just because I’m asking you to leave doesn’t mean we can’t use your help.

What kind of help?

I need you to go back to the hotel, check on Marlena, tell her what’s going on.

So I’m the messenger, even though I’m the only reason that any of you know about any of this in the first place.

You will be thanking me if this whole operation goes sideways.

We’ll be fine.

Andrew, please. I know that John would want it this way too.

Look, as much as I know you want to be by my side and as much as I want you there, Steve’s right. And if we do get into trouble, we’re gonna need you to get us out of it.

What if you need backup inside the facility?

We got each other.

And if that’s not enough? We all know how dangerous Orpheus is.

We do. But we’re not even sure he’s here.

So here we are again.

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Are you going to shoot me in cold blood? Is that why you broke into my room?

Well, considering the delicate nature of this operation, I can’t very well have you interfering.

And how delicate is it?

Well, it’s– it’s hardly your concern.

I think I’m entitled to know if I’m gonna die for it.

All you need to know is that you got in my way one too many times. You and John have been thorns in my side for decades. And now I finally have a chance to free myself of your interference. Sorry you didn’t get to enjoy room service.

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[gunshot]

[gasps]

I don’t love keeping this secret from Rafe, but it’s not my call. I mean, Jada didn’t even know that she was cheating on him, because as far as she knew, he was the one that left her first.

Believe me, I’m not judging either one of you.

Look, I know. I know you’re not. And again, I appreciate your concern. I do. It’s just–damn it, JJ, this whole situation, it just–it sucks. Jada doesn’t deserve any of this. She is a good and caring person. I mean, when her life was falling apart, she didn’t– she didn’t get bitter. No, she’s strong and she’s capable and she’s got a huge heart. She’s always going around making sure that everyone else feels good. She deserves to be happy. And that’s what I want for her. I just want her to be happy.

Shawn, do you have feelings for Jada? [dramatic music]

Of course I want EJ to go to prison. He did awful things to you and Rafe. And thanks to his involvement in Ava’s kidnapping, he’s turned my brother’s life upside down. And he told me that I could trust him. And he made me look like a fool.

So I assume that you are not just gonna stand around and let him get away with hurting the people that you love.

No. No, I’m not.

So does that mean–

Yeah. Yeah. I’ll wear a wire. Yeah, I’ll do whatever it takes to put that son of a bitch behind bars.

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Why do you think I’m here? I came to see Johnny. Is he around?

No.

Well, do you know when he’ll be back?

I couldn’t say.

Right. He’s not speaking to you anymore, is he? I know he found out what you did to Sami.

That’s none of your business.

Yeah. It’s got to be awful for him. And I know how hard you fought to keep that from him for so long. And now he knows what kind of monster you truly are. Well, I’ll just text him myself and see when he’s coming home.

Yeah, don’t bother. He’s moved out.

Oh, he did, did he? Hmm. Well, then I guess that means that although you’ve somehow managed to not be prosecuted, you are actually facing consequences for some of your actions. You lost your son. And I’m pretty sure that you lost Belle and all because your fragile ego couldn’t handle losing the DA job.

Mm, if I wanted insight into my psyche, I’d visit my former mother-in-law.

Right. And I’m sure that you would love to talk to her right now because of doctor-patient confidentiality. In fact, I would bet that she would make a house call and listen while you confessed all your sins.

Why are you blathering on about Marlena, who is not my shrink and never will be?

Hmm. Yes, but I think that maybe you should make an appointment with her. I mean, she is the best therapist in Salem. And my guess is, it would feel pretty good for you to get all those secrets off your chest.

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So do we split up, search the place top to bottom for my dad? It’s a lot of ground to cover.

How about you take the east side? I’ll start west. We’ll meet in the middle.

Here. Here you go.

Good. Be sure to check every room. If John is here, we’ll find him.

Yeah, we will.

Hey, kid, be careful, OK?

Let’s just get him home safe.

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[knocking]

Who is it?

Marlena, it’s Andrew.

Is everything all right?

I hope so. Listen, I need to talk to you. We found out who’s behind all of this.

Yeah, so did I.

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Jada and I are friends.

Uh-huh.

She’s in love with Rafe. You know that.

Yeah, I do. And I know you said what happened between you two was a one-time thing, but the way you’re talking about her–

Hope we’re not interrupting anything important.

No. No, not at all. What’s going on?

I told you about my idea on how to bring EJ down.

I mean, you told me you had an idea. But you didn’t give me any details yet.

Well, the details are that Belle here has agreed to wear a wire.

Really?

Well, I’m gonna try to get a confession out of him, obviously. And for the record, my relationship with EJ is over, or I wouldn’t be involved in this operation.

Well, I’m glad to hear that.

You’re doing a good thing, Belle.

Mm, I’m doing the right thing.

So, boss, can we rig her up?

Well, that’s why we’re here. I have someone from tech coming down right now with the equipment.

I think that JJ should handle the prep work on this one. I’ve got a few cases I need to handle. Is that OK?

Of course.

OK, well, good luck. You’re gonna be great.

Thank you.

Nice work. [dramatic music]

All right, let’s get to it.

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Should I happen to desire a session with Dr. Evans or anyone else, why would I share that information with you?

Yeah. Well, I guess the guilt of what you’ve done isn’t eating you up inside, like it would most people with a conscience.

I have nothing to feel guilty about, nothing to confess. In fact, I honestly have no idea what you’re rambling on about. Now, since Johnny’s not around, it appears our business has concluded.

Yes, right. Well, have a great day.

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When you said you knew it was Orpheus, you weren’t kidding. Can I ask how this happened?

He came in here unannounced, pulled a gun on me, and I subdued him. Please, tell me you found John.

Not yet. But Steve did find a helpful dossier inside the facility. From what we’ve been able to gather, John is somewhere inside that building.

Are you sure?

We’re hopeful. Steve and Paul are searching the place as we speak, which means I need to transport this piece of garbage to the ISA.

OK, well, do you need my help?

You did the hard part already. I think I’m good.

OK. I am going to the facility.

Marlena, I don’t think that’s a good idea.

I do. I do. I have to help.

I’ve been inside that facility. It’s not safe.

You thought it was safe for me to stay here. And we see how that all turned out.

I’m sorry. I can’t let you go.

Well, you can’t do anything. I mean, you’ve got to stay here and make sure that he doesn’t escape.

I can arrest you. I can–I can handcuff you to this table.

Yes, you can. But you won’t do that, because you know that I need to go to John, same as John would come and find me, the same as you would go and find Paul.

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OK, please, tell me how to get to the facility.

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[dramatic music]

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You’re back.

Yeah. Did JJ finish wiring up Belle?

Mm-hmm. She’s at the DiMera estate as we speak. And JJ is in a van across the street. Let’s hope she can get EJ to talk. This might be our last chance to get something on him.

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[doorbell rings]

Harold. [sighs]

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Belle?

I got your text. I miss you too. Can I come in?

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Everything OK? You seem a little quiet.

Look, I know that the timing on this is– it’s weird. But I feel like I need to tell you that JJ knows about what happened.

You told JJ?

He figured it out, and I couldn’t lie to him. Hey, nothing–nothing is gonna happen, all right? JJ is my partner, and I know I can trust him.

I trust JJ too, but–

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What? Jada, what? What is it? What’s wrong?

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I’ve been thinking since we talked. And our little secret is not so secret. Stephanie knows. Now JJ knows too. And it’s making me realize that I don’t want Rafe to find out about this from anyone else.

Nobody is gonna tell him.

You know as well as anyone that secrets have a way of getting out in this town. [sighs] And I don’t– I don’t want Rafe to find out.

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I need to tell him. I need to tell him myself.

Are you sure about this?

Yeah. Yeah, I am. It would kill me if he found out some other way.

OK. Whatever decision you make, I– I support you.

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[knock at door, door clicks open]

Hey, guys.

Hey.

Hey. I was just about to call you.

Ah. Everything all right?

Shawn, could you give us the room?

Yeah. Yeah, absolutely.

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What’s up?

Why don’t you take a seat? There’s something I need to talk to you about.

OK.

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Yes, this is Agent Andrew Donovan, badge number JX9692. I have Milo Harp in custody, requesting immediate armed transport to the Estonian field office. I’m currently in the Hotel Tallinn, room 512, on the alley side of the hotel. Tell the team to enter through the loading dock. They can use the back stairs. They’ll have unimpeded access to the room. Thank you. I’ll await their arrival. [sighs] OK, Orpheus, your days of–

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[gunshot]

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[grunts] [gunshot]

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[gasps] Oh, my God. Is it John?

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