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Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

Transcript provided by Thane and Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Hey, it’s Chad DiMera. Yeah, probably the last person you expected to hear from, but I need your help.

Chad?

[chuckles] You must be really desperate if you’re phoning me, given that you hate me.

Yeah, hate’s a strong word.

If you’re qualifying your ill will towards me, this must be a really big ask. What do you need, Chad?

Well, something only you can give me.

[soft dramatic music]

Wow, you seriously just said that to me. You really get around.

I’m so sorry. That was a really stupid blurt. I honestly–I didn’t mean for it to sound disparaging. Um, yeah, I guess maybe it’s– I don’t know. Maybe it’s just weird for me to hear about you dating other people, you know?

I thought you ghosted me, Everett.

Yeah. I really–I shouldn’t have fallen into that coma.

I’m very sad that that happened to you, and I’m relieved that you’re OK.

I just wish I’d been OK before you started dating all these other guys.

Not other guys plural. Alex and my relationship was very brief. It was never all that serious.

And why is that? I mean, I don’t know. He’s a great-looking guy, heir to half the Kiriakis fortune. To say he’s a catch, at least on paper, would be an understatement. Why’d you dump him?

[sighs]

I’m well aware the old CEO dumped Bella, but Maggie’s not calling the shots at Titan anymore. So I’m gonna need to see the sales figures for the last six months of circulation. I’ve also hired Theresa Donovan to run the magazine. So I want to set up some revenue goals. Thank you.

[knocking] Brady. Hey, do we have an appointment?

I don’t. I didn’t think I needed one, but I’m here to accept your offer.

You mean to bring Basic Black over to Titan?

That is the one I mean.

[chuckles]

I mean, assuming you’re still interested. If you’re not, I can–

Hell yes, I’m interested. How you doing?

Good. Good.

I found out what you’re up to. The hell are you trying to pull now?

You sound upset.

You’re damn right I’m upset. I just found out that you added Brady Black to your witness list for today’s custody hearing.

Yeah, well, if you can call Eric to testify against me, then why can’t I call his brother? You should know by now that I will do anything I can to protect my daughter.

OK, I’m here.

And here is our little friend, Victoria.

[sighs] I really don’t think this is a good idea.

And I really don’t care. You made your bed, Theresa, and now you know what you have to do. Take the baby.

Excuse me? Take the baby where?

Somewhere Sarah can’t find her.

Damn it, Konstantin, there has to be a better way. Look, I don’t have any illusions about the kind of person I am, but stealing babies, I don’t do that, especially not Maggie’s granddaughter. Who are you calling?

I have Alex Kiriakis on speed dial. Once I tell him you have been lying to him, he won’t have any illusions about who you are either.

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

Just stop it. Do not make that call.

Oh. Perhaps you are someone who can kidnap a kid as long as the payday is big enough, huh?

Oh, what’s Greek for the pot calling the kettle black?

I am not the one who pretends to have any scruples. My aim here is crystal clear.

Yeah, to get your grubby hands on Maggie’s money.

That old bastard Victor made a grave mistake cutting me out of his will, and I will take what I am owed now from his widow, which I can only accomplish if this child’s mother is in my corner. Hmm. The meddlesome Sarah Horton wants me to go back to the old country. Well, as much as I miss the taste of a good baklava, I am not leaving empty handed. And since Maggie’s daughter holds so much sway over her, I must win her over. Simple as that.

OK, fine. Great. How are you gonna win her over by stealing Sarah’s baby?

Let me worry about that. You just play your part, and Alex will never find out the truth– that he is not Victor’s son, and that Xander is.

[soft dramatic music]

Victoria is not just your daughter, Sarah. She’s ours. You couldn’t have made her without me.

I don’t regret making Victoria. I regret making her with you. And as for today, you’ll get to spend your side of things by dragging Eric into court, trying to equate what I did to him with me trying to protect Victoria from you, which will open the door for Brady to share all about your craven behavior towards him and his family and all of the misery you have caused since you showed up in Salem. You think you have a case to make me seem like an unfit parent?

[chuckles] Wait until the judge gets a load of you.

Yeah, I know I judged you pretty harshly for the things you did to Abigail.

I assume that you still do.

What you did to my family, that was personal. This call is strictly business.

I’m listening.

Well, I heard you haven’t had the best of luck squeezing the Von Leuschners for the euros they owe you for marrying my Uncle Dimitri.

[sighs] That’s an ongoing enterprise.

Which is why I’m sure you could use some cash to tide you over, and I’m willing to give you a whole stack of it in exchange for your half stake in the “Spectator.”

Thought you said it was weird for you to hear about me dating other people.

It is.

So then why are you asking about my quasi-relationship with Alex Kiriakis? Are you thinking of taking over Lady Whistleblower’s column?

[laughs]

Not the worst idea at the moment. No, strictly off the record… maybe it is hard for me to hear about you dating other guys. But I have to admit some part of me is also curious, you know? I just– I wonder about what your life has been like since we– since we parted ways. So indulge me, please.

Fine. And about Alex… I only got involved with him because you had disappeared, and because I was a little desperate to feel wanted, desirable. He and I didn’t last very long. He was and probably still is a player. Anyway, when I decided that we were done, he had a little trouble letting go.

So that’s why Alex was saying that Chad was jealous of him.

It was really awkward for a while.

Like it is now with the three of us?

OK, Everett, can we not go there?

I’m sorry. I just– I don’t want you to be uncomfortable, you know? I mean, it’s– it’s obvious that Chad was threatened by Alex’s inability to let go, as you put it, and maybe that’s how he perceives me now– as someone who is crazy about you, unable to let go. And since, unlike you and Alex, you and I were seriously involved, I have to assume that Chad is even more threatened by me.

I don’t get it. Why would you approach me to buy part of “The Spectator” where Xander has his half and he’s local to you?

I have my reasons.

[chuckles] So the oaf turned you down, did he? He’s obviously committed to remaining a member of the fourth estate.

How about we stay on topic, yeah? What’s your price?

[soft dramatic music]

I’m not there yet, Chad. You see, having stabbed my father in the back to get my stake in “The Spectator” and just to sell it for some quick, easy cash, it’s– it’s almost like adding insult to injury.

Not if you tell Jack you’re selling it to me, husband of his late daughter, and as you know, Abby was editor-in-chief when she died.

So this is about Abigail? Honoring her legacy?

That’s part of it.

There’s more?

Yeah, there’s more. This offer has more to do with the new editor-in-chief.

Everett, you say that you don’t want me to be uncomfortable, and yet you keep bringing up Chad– asking how jealous he is, who he’s more threatened by, you or Alex. How can that not make me uncomfortable?

I know, I know. I’m just concerned about you.

Why?

Because there seems to be a pattern of possessive behavior here with Chad that so far you’re unwilling to acknowledge. I don’t…

[sighs] I do not want to make things harder for you. I really don’t. But sometimes, it can be helpful to get an outsider’s objective point of view.

Oh, because you’re so very objective about my relationship with Chad.

OK, fine. Maybe I’m a little bit tiny, tiny, tiny bit biased. But bottom line, I care about you. And I might have some insights that are worthwhile for you to hear.

Fine. Go ahead. Let’s hear them. $ says you’re way off base.

[bright acoustic music]

What happened between me and Brady is– well, it’s irrelevant to our case.

Irrelevant? You snatching Brady and Kristen’s daughter and trying to pass her off as mine? Love, that is a central part of our case. It shows your character, or lack thereof, not to mention it was a crime.

[soft dramatic music]

I know you’ve never totally understood this, and apparently never will, but I did that to spare you the pain of losing your child.

And yet here you are causing me the same pain again.

You know damn well this is a totally different situation.

Oh. Do you know what I know? Because there’s always a rationalization with you. And you’re always telling yourself that you do the worst things for the best reasons, but the fact of the matter is is that you let Brady think that his daughter was dead. He was devastated, forced to grieve a child that was still alive. That is not just wrong, that is depraved. You are depraved. And once a judge hears all about this, there is no way you or your cutthroat lawyer will be able to convince anyone, let alone the judge, that you should be anywhere near our child.

This is good. I’m glad the offer still stands.

Hey, of course it does. And honestly, man, you were kind enough to bring me on board with Basic Black after Maggie cut me loose, and I felt bad about walking away to come back here to Titan, so I feel like I kind of owe it to you to make this happen. Only thing is–

Only thing is? Well, well, well, was there– was there an issue that is going to prevent me from working here?

Not on my end.

[chuckles] Maybe on yours. I put Theresa in charge of Bella. Is that gonna be a problem for you?

[sighs softly]

Just sleep kid, OK? Hopefully by the time you wake up, this whole nightmare will be over, huh?

What do you think you’re doing? Get away from that child! Come back here! Ah! Konstantin? Konstantin? Konstantin!

Hey. Hey, what happened?

Someone just took my granddaughter! Dear God, who would do such a thing?

So this new editor-in-chief, Everett Lynch, I assume you consider him a problem?

Yeah, I do. He recently moved to Salem, and he’s also Stephanie’s ex, and he swears up and down that– that he accepts that he and Stephanie are old news, but he just hired her to do PR for the paper.

[soft dramatic music]

So he’s making a play for your girl, and you want him out of the way.

And I’m willing to pay a whole lot of money to make sure he is. So now you know my motivation. Can we make a deal?

OK, so you have your say. And if I say you’re wrong–

Then you win the bet, obviously.

Go ahead.

OK. OK. Well first of all, I would just like to say that I am not trying to insult Chad at all, OK? For real, I just think he’s being unfair to you asking you to be patient with him while he, what, sorts out his feelings about his late wife when he’s the one who asked you to move in with him and his kids. And at the same time, he has an issue whenever you have any contact with one of your exes.

OK, Everett, that’s–

But just let me– let me say my piece, and then you can–

Mm-hmm, mm-hmm.

From where I’m sitting, it just seems like it’s all about him. It’s the Chad show. It’s about his dead wife, and his problems with all of the other men in your life when we both know that to have a healthy relationship, there has to be a take and a give. I mean, I know that our relationship was like that, right? Only this time around, it’s you doing all of the giving and Chad doing all of the taking. Am I wrong?

Yes, you’re wrong. So you lose.

[bright acoustic music]

Are you really sure I lost?

You’re putting Theresa in charge of Bella? You can’t trust that woman, Alex.

Brady, I know about her reputation, but that’s why I think she’s right for this. Theresa, she doesn’t take any prisoners, man. I need somebody like that on my team. And all these people at Titan, I know they won’t say it, but I know they’re thinking that I should have left Maggie in charge.

I see where you’re coming from. You’re looking for an ally, aren’t you?

Did I not make myself clear?

I think you just did. So let me make myself very clear. Alex, Theresa Donovan is someone you turn your back on, even for a second, at your own peril.

[tense music]

Oh God, Konstantin.

I came into the room, went over to the baby, and someone hit me over the head from behind! Did you see his face?

No, I didn’t!

Stay here! I will get your granddaughter back.

I know, but you’re not– you’re not in any condition!

Call for help! Don’t worry about me. The child is all that matters.

Oh God. Oh.

Not only can Brady tell the court about the time you shot him, but he can also inform them about the time you kidnapped Nicole and her daughter, Holly. That should button up things nicely, don’t you think?

[phone ringing] I have to take this. Mom?

Sarah? Sarah! Oh my God, Victoria’s gone.

What do you mean Victoria’s gone?

What?

I came into the study and someone was taking her. And he ran away, and– but Konstantin ran after him.

Did you call the police?

I wanted to call you first.

Well, call them now! I’m on my way. You did this, didn’t you?

I did what? What do you think I did?

Victoria’s gone. Somebody snatched her. You–you set it up, didn’t you? You thought it would make me look like an unfit mother at the hearing so that somebody that can’t take care of their own child–

Sarah, that’s insane! I–you have to believe me, I had nothing to do with this. I’m as horrified about it as you are. Look, you can hate on me as much as you want later, but right now we need to get to the house. Our daughter needs us.

OK, yes, let’s go. Let’s go. Let’s go.

[tense music]

You know, if you would have phoned me yesterday, I would have told you that “The Spectator” was my link not only to my father, but to Salem, and that I would never consider severing that link.

But now?

Well, just this morning I read an article by Everett the editor entitled, “What He Did For Love,” all about the sizzling romance between Leo Stark and Dimitri Von Leuschner.

I’m guessing it didn’t move you.

Oh, yes, it did. It moved me straight to the loo where I lost my lunch. You know, I have to say, though, this Everett character, he is quite a skilled writer to portray Leo in such a positive light. So I’d say that the timing works in your favor, Chad.

[soft dramatic music] Make me an offer that isn’t insulting, and “The Spectator’s” yours.

You said I’d be the judge, and I said you lost the bet.

Hey, I am glad to be wrong in this case.

You sure about that?

Yes, I am. I would much prefer to think that your relationship with Chad is making you happy. I mean that.

[bright acoustic music]

I like talking to you, Everett, but I–

But?

I don’t want our talks to always go down the rabbit hole of what’s not working in my relationship with Chad. It’s not fair to him, for one thing. Chad’s an amazing guy. It’s just– it’s not black and white. No relationship is. And you’ve only been hearing about the bad stuff when I vent.

When you vent about what?

Mom.

The police are on their way.

What happened? I don’t understand.

I don’t know. I’m sorry.

Just take a deep breath, Maggie. Tell us what happened.

I went down to the mausoleum to bring flowers to Victor, and when I came back, Konstantin was unconscious on the floor, and someone in a hoodie was taking Victoria out of the bassinet.

Who was it?

I don’t know. I don’t know.

Was it a man or a woman?

I don’t know. I never saw their face. All I know, they were strong enough to knock out Konstantin with that fireplace poker. I’m sorry. I’m sorry. It’s all my fault. I should never have let Victoria alone. I should have waited for you to come home and then take those flowers down to Victor, and maybe then if I had, then this horrible person wouldn’t have gotten away with your precious baby.

[tense music]

[sobbing]

Who would do this? Who would take our little girl?

Don’t you think maybe you’re exaggerating a little bit?

Exaggerating?

Yeah.

No, no, if anything I’m understating this whole thing. I can’t believe I’m not getting through to you on this. Wait, wait, wait, wait. You in love with her or something?

No, no.

Are you?

No way, dude. I told you we’re just friends. I told you that.

All right. All right. OK. I suggest you keep a very close eye on your friend.

OK, Brady. I can handle myself.

Alex, I know you can handle yourself. It’s not just about you anymore, is it? Look around you. I mean, you’re Victor’s heir. You–you’re the face of the company now– this company that my grandfather built the last God knows how many years. If you decide to get into bed with Theresa Donovan, literally or figuratively, I swear to you that increases her ability to wreak havoc on a whole new level.

You’ll be home soon, little Victoria. I promise.

[soft dramatic music] Beautiful day, huh? Look at the sky. You know, Tate and I used to find shapes in the clouds like animals. Like that one over there. It looks like a bunny, huh? And that one looks like a dog with a funny hat on. Hey, you like this game, don’t you?

I hate to break this up, but I need the kid now.

Oh, you are one sick son of a bitch, you know that?

And you are the monster who abducted Sarah Horton’s baby.

Oh yeah, right, so that you could reap all the benefits from her gratitude when you returned the baby.

Just hand her over to me, damn it!

Victoria, you are just a prop in this mean man’s scheme to get grandma’s money.

We each have our own cash cow to milk. Now hand her over!

It’s OK.

Yeah. OK, I need you to do one more thing.

Oh God, I can’t wait to hear it.

Oh, this you will like. Punch me.

What?

Hit me in the face. It needs to look like I fought to get her back. Oh, you had no problem hitting me over the head with a poker when my back was turned, and now you’re maybe too timid to hit me while I’m looking directly at–

What am I venting about?

[chuckles] Hell, what don’t I vent about, right? Bad coffee. Global warming. Bad coffee due to global warming.

Don’t believe a word of what she says, Chad. We both know Stephanie is sunshine on a cloudy day.

Everett’s being nice. It’s a wonder I haven’t driven him away with all my negativity.

I doubt there’s anything you could do to drive him away.

Well, I think that’s true of anyone who knows Steph personally or professionally. I mean, as you know, not only is she a terrific person, she’s an extremely gifted publicist. My gossip columnist gets tangled up in a series of felonies, and somehow she manages to spin it to make him the good guy.

Yeah, no, I– I saw that piece. Not everybody I talked to was buying the warm and fuzzy take on that slimeball Leo Stark.

Oh, the response I’m getting is almost wholly positive– through the roof, in fact. But it’s no thanks to me, honestly. PR is decidedly not my thing, which is why I’m glad I have Steph on my team. I just hope you don’t mind me stealing her away to do some work for me. You don’t mind, do you?

[soft dramatic music]

So everything I’m saying about Theresa– let me guess. Deaf ears, right?

No, no. I’ve been listening. Honestly, Brady, I don’t mind you speaking your mind about what you think about her. I know you’re just looking out for me.

Yeah, yeah, but I also think that that’s your way of telling me that you’re not gonna heed my advice, so I get it. I’m the kind of guy that needs to learn things the hard way. Alex, listen. Don’t you come crying to my shoulder when Theresa actually screws you over and makes your life miserable.

Oh.

Did someone say my name?

Why aren’t the police here yet?

I don’t understand this. I don’t understand this. Where is our daughter? What if somebody hurt her?

If they harm a single hair on her little head– she’s going to be all right. I just know it. I promise you, Sarah. I’m gonna see to it that our daughter is brought safely home to you. I’m going out now to make good on my promise.

[baby crying]

Konstantin!

The child needs her mother.

[sobbing] Hi. Hi.

[laughs]

Well, if you would have come in a little earlier, you would have heard a little bit more than your name.

Nice to see too, Brady.

Well, I am very glad that you are both here now. Theresa, we got some great news. Brady is bringing Basic Black back to Titan.

Oh, lucky us.

Yes, and I also informed him that you are gonna be heading the reboot of Bella. And there’s gonna be a lot of overlapping with those two brands, so I’m gonna need you two to play nice. Can that happen?

Oh, I don’t have a problem working with anyone.

Me neither. I mean, we can co-parent a teenager. We can certainly deal with this kind of arrangement.

Great. Excellent. All right, then. I’m gonna get ourselves a little conference room. We’ll get the lawyers all together, make this deal official. Theresa, you got a file right here on my desk for HR. I know the two of you are just as excited as I am to be getting back to work together!

Yeah.

Brady, let’s go.

Oh,A Alex, Brady, someone left–

[sighs] Konstantin, you creepy old bastard. That kid better be home and safe with its mother.

[ominous music]

Police are focusing their efforts on the search for the suspect. They’ll be sending detectives over here later to take everyone’s statement, especially yours.

It all happened so fast, I’m not sure how much help I can be. I’m afraid I didn’t get a good look at this man’s face.

But you–you chased after the person, right? Caught them.

Yes.

Well, what did they want? Why did they come here?

I would imagine they were hoping to ransom your granddaughter. I–I–I don’t want to frighten you, Maggie, but now that you are Victor’s widow, you are a target. You might want to think about increasing your security.

I’ll definitely do that. But in the meantime, you’re gonna come upstairs with me, and I’m gonna tend to your wounds.

Oh, I am fine.

I insist. We’ll be right back.

Wait, wait, wait. You and I– I know we’ll never be friends, but I am so grateful that you saved our little girl.

So am I. So very grateful. You brought Victoria back to me– to us. I’ll never forget that.

Oh Everett, no. Thank you for– for asking me how I– how I feel about you working with Stephanie. I appreciate that. And you know, the truth is that, you know, when I first heard about the two of you working together, I didn’t– I didn’t react all that well. But the truth is I think Stephanie is a total pro, and you’re lucky to have her.

Thank you for saying that.

I was a little bit annoyed at that– you trying to turn Leo Stark into some kind of folk hero, but I guess that’s just an illustration of how good you are at what you do, which is great, and I think you’re gonna do great things for “The Spectator.” And that means a lot to me, because honestly, the paper is really important to me and my family, so…

I appreciate you being cool with all this, Chad.

Yeah, no. It’s–it’s great. It’s just about–it’s just about boundaries, right, you know? Boundaries.

Mm-hmm.

Boundaries. You know, boundaries– something three adults should be able to understand. We understand each other, yeah?

[bright acoustic music]

Definitely.

[sighs]

[soft dramatic music]

You have reached Konstantin Meleounis. Please leave a message, and I will call you right back.

It’s me, Theresa. I’m calling to make sure that you took Victoria safely back to Sarah. And if this whole thing blows up, you damn well better keep my name out of it.

I’m sorry.

It is all right. You’re just being helpful.

I want to show my appreciation for the man who saved my precious granddaughter. You’re a hero.

I got lucky. That’s all.

Hm. You know, you didn’t stop for one second to think about yourself. You ran after that dangerous person without even thinking about your safety. And then you brought back my precious Victoria. You know what? I just don’t know where to begin to thank you.

You have welcomed me into your home. That is more than enough thanks.

Oh, Konstantin, you came here telling us you were from Greece, but the way you’ve watched over us, I think you could very well be an angel sent from heaven.

[ominous music]

I’ve never felt more helpless in my life. And then Konstantin walked in with our daughter in his arms.

It was a miracle.

[phone beeps] Oh, it’s Sloan. We’re due in court soon.

Court? Oh, my God, I totally forgot. Well, how can I leave her now? How can I think about any of that stuff? We–no, we have to postpone it again. There’s no other way.

[soft dramatic music]

Maybe there is. What if I just dropped the case?

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Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

Transcript provided by Thane and Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[rhythmic electronic music playing]

[grunting] Hey.

[music stops] Hey. I’m sorry if I disturbed you.

No. You’re not disturbing me at all.

[country rock music]

You’re not really eating much.

My eggs are a little cold.

Well, why don’t you ask them to heat them up for you?

It’s fine. I’m not that hungry.

Did you see this… crazy editorial your ex published this morning? “What He Did for Love: the Lady Whistleblower Story”?

I saw it.

I mean, I know Everett’s new to town, probably doesn’t know Leo’s story, but you’d think he’d– at least as the new editor in chief, he would have asked some questions. What kind of idiot would give him the idea to make Leo Stark into a folk hero?

Actually, that idiot was me.

[chuckles lightly]

[line ringing]

Xander, what do you want?

Just calling to see how your mother is doing today.

She’s much better.

I’m glad to hear it. I assume this means that we’re moving forward with the custody hearing. No reason for another postponement.

My mother and Victor’s anniversary was yesterday. So that’s obviously not a problem today.

All right then.

Xander, why are you really calling?

I’m sorry?

Did you consider what I said yesterday about your flawed legal strategy?

I considered it.

So are you waving the white flag, or are you actually reckless enough to have Eric testify that I am an unfit parent?

[tense music]

Konstantin. Hello again.

Oh! Good morning. Steve Johnson, is it?

Good memory.

[chuckles]

So you just came to pick up some breakfast?

Oh, Maggie loves the croissants from here. I thought I’d bring some home for her.

Oh? I thought you might be heading to Saxton’s. I hear they’re having a big sale.

Oh, I do love a good sale. Thanks for the tip.

But it’s not really a tip, is it?

[tense music] You already knew about the sale. You purchased an item there yesterday, % off.

Well, I was–

You lied, Konstantin. Question is, why?

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

[chuckles] I really should hop in the shower, though. But before I do, have you thought any more about my offer?

Yes, I have. And thank you for giving me the night to think about it.

Of course. So?

So… I would love to run “Bella” magazine again.

But?

But, um–

[nervous chuckle] This whole living-working situation here, it could get really sweaty– I mean, messy.

I know what you mean. But we are just roommates, right? We’re friends.

Friends? Yes, we were friends with benefits. And…I don’t know. If things were to evolve– I hope I’m not getting too ahead of myself here.

No, no, not at all. I’ve actually thought about that myself.

Have you?

I have. And I’ve come to the conclusion that, in case this evolution does occur, think we’re mature enough to figure it out. But if working at “Bella” is going to be weird and make things strange for you, you know–

No. No. I want–I want the job. I want it all. I mean–

[chuckles]

[fake laughs] I know what you mean. So then congratulations. I couldn’t be more excited to have you on board.

Oh.

Sorry. I, uh–I didn’t mean to call you–

An idiot? I’ve been called worse.

[country rock music]

So the column about Leo, that was– that was your idea?

Well, I didn’t suggest the love story angle. That was all Everett. But I have to admit, kind of brilliant.

Brilliant? And why would it be a good idea to defend Leo Stark, of all people?

You’ve been in PR for months now. You really don’t know?

No, I really don’t know.

The majority of “Spectator” readers loved Lady Whistleblower. And those who didn’t read his column because it made them angry. He got the most clicks every single week. They miss it. They miss him. So the last thing we want to do is have them blame the new editor or, worse, lose interest.

So it was just Everett’s way of announcing himself to the leadership, then?

Look, I know you’re upset. It’s not about Leo, is it? It’s about Everett.

Yeah. And how am I supposed to feel, Stephanie? I mean, this guy comes out of a coma, and he moves to Salem. He gets a job in town. And the first thing he does is hire you to represent him. Now, every time I turn around, you two are together, reminiscing about the good old days, discussing problems in our relationship.

I’m not sure what you want from me, Chad.

Well, for starters, when he asked you to take him on as a client, you could have said no.

[phone beeps]

[gentle music]

[phone beeps]

Sarah, you– you can’t honestly– you can’t honestly believe that I’m going to stop fighting for my daughter.

No, I just thought you would want to save face instead of humiliating yourself in court.

How would calling Eric to the stand be humiliating for me?

Because he’s a hostile witness. He’s more likely to say something bad about you than he is me. And your argument that I’m a bad parent because I lied about the paternity of his baby is the height of hypocrisy. I mean, you were a part of that lie.

Oh, you want to talk about hypocrisy? Why don’t we talk about how you started this by trying to conceal that I even had a daughter?

None of that matters now.

It matters to me. Sarah, I– I wanted to be reasonable. But you wouldn’t even entertain the notion of co-parenting.

Because I don’t want you a part of my life or Victoria’s.

Then I guess I’ll see you in court, won’t I?

[tense music]

Let me guess–Xander?

He’s impossible. He’s–he’s going to go ahead with this sham of a custody hearing.

Well, what can I do?

Could you watch Victoria for me? Please. It would be such a huge help. They–they called me in for an early shift at the hospital, and then I have to go to court.

Of course. I would be delighted to watch our precious granddaughter.

Thank you. I hope you don’t have any plans.

I was going Christmas shopping. But I can do that any time, preferably with you and Victoria by my side. I–I could also use some help with some ideas about, you know, getting something for Konstantin.

[tense music]

Konstantin? Is he planning to stay here through Christmas?

What exactly am I lying about?

You gave Maggie a tablecloth. You told her it had belonged to Victor. You claimed you had it flown specially from Greece for her anniversary. But I found the price tag that proves you bought it at Saxton’s. You lied.

All right. You caught me. I lied to Maggie.

Why?

Because she was having such a terrible day missing Victor, and– and I wanted to– oh, my English is so bad– I wanted to lift her spirits.

So you pretended to have something from the old country?

By the time I found out about their anniversary, it was too late to have something shipped from the villa. So… I lied. I told a white lie, yes. But did I feel good about it? Of course not. But after seeing how excited she was when she saw that tablecloth, it was all well worth it. Please, Steve… don’t tell Maggie.

I’m not going to tell her because I don’t want to upset her. But this better not be part of a pattern. If you do anything to hurt her–

I would never. Victor was very important to me. And so is his widow.

OK.

Maggie is very lucky to have friends like you. Good day, Mr. Johnson.

What’s up, boss?

I saw that you turned off comments on the Leo Stark piece.

Yeah. Some readers had very impassioned thoughts.

Well, congratulations. Views and clicks have skyrocketed in the past hours. Apparently, I made the right decision when I hired you.

I appreciate that.

I had my doubts at first, obviously. I mean, following your ex all the way here to Salem for a low-profile local news gig is not exactly promising, is it?

[chuckles] Yeah, but you got a nice discount considering I’d been in a coma for a year.

You are an experienced journalist, which is more than I can say for myself.

Happy to have a job.

Even though you’ve just found out that our long-term viability is in question?

I’ll admit, I didn’t do my proper due diligence– was surprised to learn about the paper’s recent financial woes. But I’m glad I had the good sense to hire the best PR firm in town. Stephanie really delivered big time.

You’re telling me that I should have turned down a potentially lucrative client because you don’t like it that we used to date?

No, I didn’t say that. You can do whatever you want.

Gee, thanks.

What I am saying is I think that there’s a dozen PR firms that Everett could have hired, and there’s a thousand towns he could have moved to. So you don’t think there’s some kind of ulterior motive?

Right, because it couldn’t possibly be about the quality of my work.

That’s not what I said. I know you’re the best.

And Everett knows it too. Not to mention that he’s comfortable with me. But obviously, you’re uncomfortable working on this project, so I’m happy to keep our project siloed.

I’m not uncomfortable.

No, actually, you’re jealous.

That’s what you want, isn’t it?

Excuse me?

Well, you want more of a commitment than I’m ready to give right now, so maybe you used Everett as a way to put my feet to the fire.

You really think that’s what I want, Chad? To pressure you into proposing? Well, you obviously don’t know me at all because you are dead wrong. You see, I don’t want someone whose hand has to be forced. I want someone who loves me and truly wants to be with me.

I do love you. And I do want to be with you. I just–

What?

Let’s just end the conversation before– before one of us says something we’re going to regret. Enjoy your breakfast.

[moans]

Oh, oh, sweaty, sweaty. I’m sorry. Very, very sweaty.

That’s OK. Sweaty is good. I mean, you’re good. It’s good.

Good.

It’s good.

I’m just–I’m excited, you know?

Yeah. So when do I start?

I just got to make it official with the board. But I can make that call right away, if you’re ready.

I am so ready.

Good, good.

I have so many ideas about where I want to take things, you know?

Awesome.

Awesome. God, it just– it feels so good to know that somebody finally believes in me again.

It feels good here too.

That’s really cool, man.

Yeah. Anniversary present from the kids.

Sweet. It’s very thoughtful.

Yeah. You know, for a guy who spent most of his life chasing a past he doesn’t remember, it is so nice to be able to look over here at this family tree and just reflect on everything Marlena and I have built.

Yeah. You got a lot to be proud of, buddy.

Yeah. Well, so do you, partner. You know what I was thinking? Why don’t we take the girls away someplace really nice this weekend? Huh, what do you say? I mean, it’s perfect timing. I mean, things are kind of quiet on the Black Patch front right now.

Funny you should mention that.

No. What? A new case?

Yeah. Well, I guess you could kind of call it a case. It’s not going to bring in any revenue. But I think we need to investigate Maggie’s new friend.

[soft dramatic music]

I don’t know what Konstantin’s plans are for the holidays. But if he wants to stay, he’s certainly welcome.

And you want to buy him a gift either way?

Well, he’s given me so many thoughtful gifts since the moment he arrived– the photo album, that beautiful portrait of Victor. Do you know he had shipped in a lace tablecloth from Victor’s home in Greece for our anniversary?

Yeah. That was very kind of him.

Which is why I’d like to repay him for his kindness.

I mean, letting him stay here indefinitely– that’s pretty generous.

Sarah, do you have a problem with Konstantin?

No, no. I mean, he’s fine. But–

But what?

[sighs] Mom, I mean… you just lost Victor. And you’re getting awfully close to Konstantin awfully fast. Don’t you think it’s a little too fast?

You think I’m spending too much time with Konstantin? Where is this coming from?

Well, the man was a stranger before Victor died, and now he’s living with us?

I invited him to stay here.

And I know that he’s brought you comfort, which is great. But doesn’t he have a life to get back to in Greece?

Well, of course he does, but–

And also, all these gifts that he’s showering you with, like–

And what’s wrong with that?

I don’t know, Mom. Like, it’s just starting to feel like maybe he wants something in return from you.

[soft dramatic music]

And you think Konstantin is doing all this just to get me in bed?

No, no, no.

Well–

That’s not what–

Sarah, listen. I appreciate your concern. But Konstantin is not a stranger. I mean, Victor grew up with him. And out of respect for my late husband, I will extend the hospitality that I know Victor would have wanted for his friend.

OK. I know how generous Victor was with his friends. And I also know he was savvy and careful, and maybe you should be too.

And maybe you should mind your own business.

All right. So how did this Konstantin react when you busted his ass on this tablecloth BS?

He was very genial. He had an answer for everything. He said basically what Kayla said– that he lied to Maggie to cheer her up.

But you’re not buying that?

Come on. Victor dies. Maggie inherits half the estate. And all of a sudden, this guy we barely heard of shows up out of the blue, makes himself indispensable to Maggie.

So you think he’s just after her money?

Shameless grifter targets lonely widow, mountain of cash– sounds like a headline to me.

[mysterious music]

[soft country music]

Everett.

Steph, hey. I was going to text you earlier, but much better to say it in person.

Is something wrong?

No, no, no, just the opposite. I wanted to say thank you. Xander is so thrilled with the analytics we did on the editorial. Your PR strategy was brilliant.

Glad someone thinks so.

Chad? Something I can help you with?

Is your–your new editor in chief around?

No, he popped out for a coffee.

OK, good. I was hoping to speak to you alone.

What’s this about?

How would you like to sell me your half of “The Spectator?”

[suspenseful music]

You’re not going to believe this, Mom. I’m going to be running “Bella” magazine again. Yes. Alex Kiriakis put me in charge. Why? Well, because he knows that I did a really good job, and I’m going to do a really good job again. No, we’re not sleeping together. We’re roommates. He’s my boss. Yes, I am aware that he is quite attractive. OK, fine, I like him. OK? I like him a lot. Are you happy?

[knocking at door] Somebody’s at the door. I have to go, OK?

[whispering] I love you. Bye. What the hell are you doing here? Do you realize you barely just missed Alex?

I know that because I waited till I saw him leave. But don’t worry. This is my last visit.

What do you mean?

I mean, I am thinking I should just tell the boy he is not Victor’s son after all, and that you have been lying to him all this time.

[dramatic music]

What idiot could possibly find fault with your PR strategy?

I don’t feel like debating who is and who isn’t an idiot this morning.

Can I assume that it’s Chad who took issue with the editorial?

Yeah. Well… it’s personal for him.

Right. How so?

Let’s just say he has a long and sordid history with Leo Stark.

OK. So he just– he can’t bear to read anything nice about the guy?

I can’t say that I’m a huge fan myself. But a healthy portion of your readers loved him.

Exactly. So what’s Chad’s problem? I mean, he works for your firm, right?

He does.

Then he should know that part of the job is to put your personal feelings aside and do what’s right for the client, the company, and, more importantly, for you.

[soft acoustic music]

You want to buy me out of my interest in “The Spectator”? Why?

As you know, it was Jack and Jennifer’s baby, and it was important to Abigail. It would have been hers. And some day, it would have been Thomas and Charlotte’s.

So you– you want to buy it now for your children’s legacy?

Keeping it in the family would be nice, yeah. And no offense, but the Hortons and the Deverauxs aren’t exactly thrilled with the tone the paper’s taken of late.

Well, I mean, that was mostly Gwen’s editorial choices. But she’s gone now. And so is Leo Stark. I’m determined to bring dignity back to The Spectator.

You could have fooled me based on the editorial I read this morning.

Oh, it was supposed to be provocative. The mandate I gave our new editor in chief was to make this a place for real journalism. So I hope, if I do sell it to you, that you’ll keep him on?

Why would that matter to you?

Well, I promised Everett I’d give him a fair shake.

And you’ve always been a man of your word?

Chad, can I be blunt?

Go ahead.

I don’t think you give a toss about this paper or Abby’s family legacy. I think you want to get rid of my editor in chief because he hired your girlfriend and you don’t like it.

[tense music]

Mom, I’m so sorry. I didn’t– I didn’t mean to overstep.

I didn’t mean to sound so harsh.

I was just trying to be helpful. Lord knows how many times you’ve given me unsolicited advice about Xander.

Mm. And more often than not, my pushing you to work things out with him made you do the exact opposite. Well, look at you now, going head-to-head in a courtroom.

Mom, my custody battle with Xander isn’t some reaction to your advice.

Maybe not. But I’ve learned to let you make your own decisions. Listen, after everything that I’ve gone through, do you understand why I need you to let me make up my own mind about Konstantin?

[soft dramatic music]

Tell you what, I’m going to play the devil’s advocate for a moment.

Oh. Well, now, that’s a strange choice of words for a dude who usually works for the other guy’s team.

[laughs]

Go ahead.

OK, OK. We’re PIs, right? So we–we see the very worst in humanity all day long, right?

Yeah. Liars and cheaters and crooks, oh my.

Right, right, right. So let’s just say that this Konstantin character– let’s say that he’s– he’s really fond of Maggie.

Well, I’m fond of Maggie too, but I didn’t abandon my life and move in with her.

But you got to remember that he really did help out Brady and Alex when they were in Greece.

So you’re giving this guy the benefit of the doubt, even though you’ve never met him?

No, what I’m saying is that if Victor loaned Konstantin the money to start his restaurant, never asked him to pay it back, it means that he’s kind of fond of the guy.

OK. But we’ve only heard that story from Konstantin. And don’t forget all the shady dealings that Victor was involved in over the years.

[tense music]

You’re right. All we have is Konstantin’s word. Be nice if we could get the truth from Victor. And you know what? Maybe we can.

Why the hell would you want to tell Alex the truth about the package? This was your plan too. Don’t you want your cut of the inheritance?

I am not a young man, Theresa. By the time you get Alex to the altar and your hands into his pockets, I could be as dead as Victor.

But why would you want to expose me? If the whole world knows that Xander is the true heir, you realize that you and I– we’re going to end up with nothing.

[laughs] No, no, you will. But I will have the other half of the Kiriakis fortune– Maggie’s half.

[dramatic music]

Steph.

Hey, Alex.

Hey. I haven’t seen you in forever.

Maybe that’s because you’re busy running the world.

Oh, could be.

I saw your new roommate in the lobby yesterday. I’m really glad Theresa decided to stick around Salem.

Yeah.

Oh, your cousin Theresa?

Oh, sorry. Um, Alex, this is Everett Lynch. And Everett, this is Alex Kiriakis.

Hey.

Ah. The Victor Kiriakis’ long-lost heir. Is that right?

I wouldn’t consider myself as being lost. But yes, I am Victor’s son.

And CEO of Titan.

That too.

Everett’s the new editor in chief of “The Spectator,” and I’m doing some PR work for him.

Nice. You new in town?

I am.

Cool. How did he know Theresa was your cousin?

Everett and I– we hung out back in Seattle.

Oh.

Yeah, that’s one way to put it.

Oh.

[chuckles] Is this the guy you said who ghosted you?

Oh, um, yeah. My reputation precedes me.

What’s it matter to you why I want to buy the paper? My money’s green.

That’s usually my line.

Look, here’s my offer. Well above market value, considering the paper’s recent skid.

Yeah, well, I care about more than just money these days.

Really?

Yeah, really. I’m currently in the process of trying to win custody of my daughter.

You’re suing Sarah for custody?

That’s right. And I expect that owning this Salem institution and having a steady source of income will really help my case in the eye of the judge, and I’m– I’m not willing to risk that for anything. So thank you for your, I assume, generous offer, but no sale.

[tense music]

You are absolutely right, Mom. You can choose who you want to spend time with. And I’m sure that you would never let yourself be taken advantage of.

Certainly not by Konstantin, because I know that’s not his intent. He’s a good man.

If you say so. OK, all right, I’m done. I don’t want to argue with you.

I don’t either, especially because– oh, honey, I know this isn’t going to be an easy day for you. And no matter how much you say you’re over Xander, I’m sure it’s going to be painful facing him in court.

[somber music]

Yeah, well, it is what I have to do to keep my daughter safe.

OK.

OK, um, I should get going. I love you. Thank you for babysitting.

Any time. And when is Victoria’s next nap?

Actually, it’s fairly soon. So you can either bring the bassinet down here or you can just use the baby monitor.

OK. I got it. We’re going to be fine.

Yeah. Once she’s down, she’s really good. She’s a great napper. So you’ll get plenty of peace and quiet.

[sighs]

I knew it. You’re after Maggie’s money.

Well, at least one of us is making progress.

Yeah, well, your progress is going to stop now because I’m not going to let you take advantage of her.

Is that a threat?

Yes, it’s a threat. Why would I not threaten you after you come in here threatening me? And second of all, Maggie has been very good to me. She was a friend to me. She helped me when– when I had a drug problem. So she’s practically family.

Oh, would you relax? I am merely being kind to a lonely, grieving widow. I have shown her nothing but happiness since I arrived in Salem. She says so herself.

She’s still grieving Victor. They were madly in love, you know.

Of that, I am very well aware.

[laughs] God. Yet you think I’m taking too long with Alex. You know it might be years before she’s ready to move on.

Yeah, well, I wouldn’t be so certain about that. Maggie and I have been growing quite close of late. Only–

Only what?

Only I heard her busybody daughter trying to turn her against me. Sarah suspects I’m up to something.

Mm. Imagine that.

Yes, well, that’s where you come in.

Meaning?

Meaning I know what I need to do to win Sarah’s trust and to keep Maggie’s. And unless you want me to tell Alex everything, you are going to help me.

[tense music]

[gentle music]

I love to see you smile.

She is so beautiful. And those flowers are beautiful also. You always know the right kind to bring me. But it’s– it’s just too much, Konstantin.

Too much?

I was just talking to my daughter and telling her about all the gifts you’ve given me already, and I can’t accept those flowers.

But these are not for you, Maggie.

They aren’t?

No, no, no. They are for Victor. I thought you might want to take them down to the mausoleum and visit with your husband. You were so busy yesterday entertaining your friends, you hardly had a moment to yourself.

Well, that’s very sweet of you, Konstantin. And that’s a lovely thought. But I’m supposed to be watching my baby granddaughter, and it’s the nanny’s day off and Henderson’s market day.

Well, I can keep an eye on her while you are out there.

Well, that’s a lot to ask.

Oh!

[laughs] I am no expert, but I believe our little angel is sound asleep, huh? And you will be nearby if we need anything. But, uh, I doubt that we will. Right, Victoria?

[mischievous music]

So what is the plan? You’re going to hire Susan Banks to hold a seance, try to get answers out of Victor’s ghost?

[chuckles] No, no, no, no, no, not exactly. I was thinking, you know, the last time you were in Greece, you dug up all sorts of things about Victor’s life that we never even knew about.

I talked to a lot of people. I did a little recon.

So why don’t we do a little more digging, you know, interview some of his friends, maybe ask around about this, what, Mr. Mela–Mela–

Meleounis.

Yeah, that guy. And see if his story checks out.

So you want to go to Greece to investigate Konstantin?

Why not? Let’s get the full story.

[suspenseful music]

Well, I guess being in a coma is a pretty damn good excuse for falling off the face of the Earth.

I’d like to think so.

Well, look, I got to run to the office, but it was great to meet you, Everett.

See you soon.

I’ll see you around, all right?

Yes.

Oh, word of the wise– I know this from personal experience– Chad doesn’t really like Stephanie spending a whole lot of time with her ex. Take care.

Hmm.

You too.

[soft country music]

Personal experience?

Before I went out with Chad, I dated Alex.

Oh. I see. I see. Please take this in the spirit in which it’s intended, which is completely non-pejorative and possibly a bit admiring–

Just say it.

You really get around.

Hey, it’s Chad DiMera. Yeah. I know, probably the last person you expected to hear from.

[suspenseful music] I need your help.

Sarah.

Xander? What are you doing here? I thought you said you’d see me in court.

I know what you’re up to. What the hell are you trying to pull now?

[tense music]

OK. I’m here.

And here’s our little friend, Victoria.

[sighs] I don’t think this is a good idea.

And I don’t really care. You made your bed, Theresa. And now you know what you have to do. Take the baby.

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God, I really need this right now.

Holly?

Johnny. I didn’t realize you were home.

Yeah, I, uh, just got back. I saw Tate leaving as I was coming in. He looked pretty upset.

Yeah, we sort of got in a fight.

What about?

Well, the fact that he had the nerve to make a move on me while my mom’s missing. Can you believe that?

Yeah, that does sound a little inappropriate. What do you mean your mom is missing?

Well, your dad was on the phone with her when the line suddenly went dead. He thinks she might have been in an accident.

I don’t understand, EJ. Dimitri was supposed to bring our baby to the hospital. Where are they?

I– I don’t know. I’ve spoken with several people on the staff, ,::, security personnel. No one’s seen Dimitri or our baby.

Well, have you called the police?

I have, yes. I’ve spoken with an officer. They’re putting out an APB.

An APB? What? Then why isn’t this building beeping like crazy with an AMBER Alert? EJ! Our baby is being held by a psychotic criminal! My God! God only knows what Dimitri has planned.

[sighs]

Oh.

Sweetie.

Leo, you are out of your damn mind if you think I’m going to leave here without you.

Dimitri, you have to. I’m in police custody, and I have a feeling that– well, soon, my only fashion items will be of the orange variety.

Oh, don’t say that. Hey, not too long ago, I was in police custody and you helped me escape.

That was completely different. Were handcuffed to a hospital bed. I am surrounded by a battalion of armed cops. What are you going to do, charge in here, guns blazing, like a slightly younger, less scruffy John Wick?

Actually, no. I was thinking of something a little less likely to get me killed, like hiring you a damn good lawyer.

So the baby we were going to adopt was born tonight?

Isn’t that exciting? I was surprised myself, but yes.

I just can’t believe it’s happening so soon.

You’re not having second thoughts now, are you? No one-way tickets to Buenos Aires?

OK, stop. Of course not. I’m– I’m elated. I just– I just can’t wait to meet our son.

[baby whimpers]

I know. I know. You miss your Mommy Nicole. But I promise you, little one, your Mommy Sloan is going to love you as if you were her own.

[baby whimpering] Oh.

[shushes] That’s OK. You’re going to be with your real daddy soon, too. How wonderful will that be? Then you and Daddy Eric and Mommy Sloan will be one big, happy family. As long as she and I can pull off this crazy-ass plan.

[tense music]

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

A damn good lawyer? Dimitri, babe, we don’t even have money for a halfway decent mani-pedi.

Sweetheart, you don’t have to worry about that. I’m going to figure it all out.

There isn’t any time to figure things out! Rolf is ready to segel zu setzen on that Cold War-era submarine, and you’re shapely little tuchus needs to be on it.

The submarine can wait.

No, no, it cannot, Dimitri. You have got to leave Salem immediately.

No! No, I am sorry, Leo, but I’m simply not going to do that. Look, you are the love of my life, and I’m not going to just let you rot in some godforsaken prison. Now, just sit tight, OK? Sit tight, and I’m going to get you help.

Look, sweetheart, I know that my nephew can be a duplicitous son of a bitch, but I honestly believe he will not harm an innocent baby, especially if he is going to use him as a bargaining chip to get himself out of his legal mess.

Well, I can’t just sit around and hope for the best, EJ. I have got to find our son.

Whoa, whoa, sweetheart. You were just in a car crash. You are in no shape–

Oh, stop it. I’m fine! Just help me get dressed.

Nicole, darling, listen to me. Look at me. You need to rest. You need to rest.

[sobbing] EJ. How can I rest, EJ? How can I rest? How can I rest when I know our baby is missing? I mean, what if he’s starving? What if– he needs– he needs me. He needs us, EJ. He needs his Mommy and Daddy. He needs us.

Wait, wait, wait. We have to get diapers and formula and…car seat. We still have to get a car seat. I have to assemble the things that I’ve already bought him!

Baby, come–

What?

You are going to be an amazing father. Don’t worry so much. Now, we’ve got this, OK?

I’m just glad to see you’re so confident.

I am. I actually feel like everything’s kind of falling into place. And once Melinda makes all the necessary arrangements, you and I will finally have the family we’ve been dreaming of.

Oh, there you go. Enjoy your binky, little one.

[knock at door] Ooh. Showtime. Wish me luck, kid. Dr. Pierce, thank you for getting here so quickly.

Ms. Trask, if I’m being honest, I was not too thrilled to get your call. Actually, after my case was resolved, I was hoping I’d never see you again.

Oh, what? You’re still holding a grudge because I tried to put you behind bars?

Just drawing some healthy boundaries with the prosecuting attorney. Thankfully, Sloan Peterson was able to prove my innocence.

Oh, please, Sloan got you off on a technicality. We all know you’re guilty as hell of major insurance fraud.

Are you trying to get me to confess, Ms. Trask? Is that why I’m here?

No, Doctor, you’re here because you put the Hippocratic oath on the back burner in favor of a buck. And I am counting on an encore performance.

Did you get ahold of your lawyer?

Actually, my brilliant legal team is being assembled as we speak. But until then, do you happen to have a copy “of Police Officer Weekly,” “Meter Maid Digest”? I don’t know, something to peruse?

Mm, afraid not. But I hope that you have assembled a brilliant legal team. In fact, I hope it’s the best in the Lower , because you are going to need it. You’re in some serious trouble, boy. Yeah. What is that, aiding and abetting a fugitive? Not to mention assaulting a police officer.

Hey, I already told you, I did not touch a hair on your girlfriend’s head.

Oh, that’s right. That’s– yeah, of course. Your boyfriend did it. You know, honestly, it’s hard to keep track of who did what to whom. But, uh, I’ll tell you one thing. It’d be a real shame if you went down for Dimitri’s crimes. Because if you’re convicted– and trust me, you will be– you’re going to be spending a hell of a long time in Statesville.

You’re wasting your time. I am not going to turn on Dimitri.

Hmm. Even if it’s the only way to save your own ass?

He’s my ride or die. And yes, the truth is I have betrayed many people in my life, but I’m not going to betray him.

OK, suit yourself. It’s your own funeral.

[tense music]

You’re right. We’ve waited long enough. It’s time to light a fire under Rafe and his Keystone Kops.

[phone beeps]

[line trilling] This is DA DiMera. I’d like to speak with Commissioner Hernandez immediately. What do you mean, he’s busy? Busy with what? I’ll be right there.

What’s going on?

Leo Stark was just arrested. If there is anyone who has the slightest inkling as to Dimitri’s whereabouts, it’s that garrulous little court jester.

Well, I want to go with you.

I know, sweetheart, but listen. Time is of the essence. And it’ll be a lot quicker if I go on my own. I will call you if I find out anything, anything at all.

OK, but just– promise me that you will find our son.

I promise you, my darling, that I will not stop until our baby is back in your arms where he belongs. I promise you. Now, you just rest.

OK. Oh, my God.

And so once I remembered that my mom and I shared our locations, I told Eric, and then he like took off like a bat out of hell. And then your dad came back, and I told him about the locations, and he, like, also darted out of here.

You haven’t heard from either of them since this happened?

No, not yet. But maybe I should try calling one of them. Oh, damn, I somehow missed a text from Eric.

OK, what’d he say?

Oh, my God. Your dad was right. My mom really was in an accident. And she had the baby.

Whoa, whoa, what? Is she OK? Is the baby OK?

I don’t– I don’t know. It just says your dad took her to the hospital.

All right, OK. Let’s go. We need to get over there right now.

So did Melinda tell you how the birth went?

Yes, she did. She said everything went smoothly, that the baby is healthy. Little on the small side, but nothing to be worried about.

[tense music]

I just realized that our baby and Nicole’s baby were both born on the same day.

Oh, my God. What? Nicole gave birth?

Yeah, that’s what I was going to tell you when I got home.

Oh, wow. I’m– I’m so happy for them. That’s wonderful news. They must be over the moon about that.

Well, they would be, but Nicole, she– she got into a car accident with Dimitri Von– Leo Stark and–

Oh, my God. Is Nicole OK? Is the baby OK?

Nicole was injured. And Dimitri, he took the baby to the hospital. EJ and Nicole, they should be with the baby right now.

This is EJ DiMera’s baby?

And Nicole’s.

Correct on both counts.

But why in God’s name do you have the kid?

My boyfriend and I got into an accident with Nicole.

Oh, God.

Oh, my God. Is she OK?

I don’t know. She was conscious when I left, but barely. After the crash, she went into labor, we helped her deliver, and then I promised I’d get this little guy to a doctor.

So then why didn’t you go directly to the hospital?

I did. The place was crawling with cops. I couldn’t risk them recognizing who I am.

And so you came here instead? Why? Well, it sounds like everything worked out in the end.

I’ll have you know, Ms. Trask, that the only reason I agreed to stop by here tonight was because you told me Ms. Peterson needed my help. God knows I owe her one. I had no idea I was being summoned here under false pretenses to do something unethical.

Well, do you need help climbing down from your high horse? Because you don’t seem like a very seasoned jockey.

This feels like a trap.

Look, Dr. Pierce, I am no longer the DA, which means I am no longer interested in making sure that you spend the rest of your adult life behind bars and-or in an ankle bracelet. Ms. Peterson and I, we need a favor, one that requires coloring outside the lines just a teeny bit.

And why exactly would I do this?

Because you love money, don’t you? And we’re willing to make a sizable donation to a bank account of your choosing.

Ms. Trask, I’m afraid you completely misjudged my character. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have plans to go home and binge watch “Law & Order SVU.”

Maybe this will change your mind? Are there enough zeros for you, Doc?

I suppose Mariska Hargitay can wait.

[baby whimpering]

He’s a little underweight, but very healthy for a preemie. Boy is a fighter.

So he’s all good?

I don’t see any issues.

That is excellent news. And now–

And now, what? I thought you just wanted me to check the baby.

Actually, there’s more to it than that, Doctor.

What do you want me to do, Ms. Trask? Burp him? Change his diaper?

Actually, what I need you to change is your diagnosis.

What?

You see, you’ve given the baby a clean bill of health. But I need the parents to believe otherwise. And I need you, Doctor, to deliver the very bad news.

[machines beeping]

Nothing. Nothing on the news about Dimitri and Leo.

Mom.

Oh, Holly!

Are you OK?

Oh, baby. I’m fine.

I was so worried about you!

I’m so happy you’re here.

Hey.

Hi.

Eric said you were in a car accident?

Yes, two fugitives ran me off the road.

Those bastards. How badly were you hurt?

The doctors said I’ll– I’ll make a full recovery. But after the accident, I went into premature labor, and I had the baby.

I know, Mom. Eric mentioned that in his text. So do Johnny and I have a little baby brother or baby sister?

A baby brother.

That’s wonderful. But where– where is he? Is he– is he with my dad?

[somber music]

No. He’s missing. And we can’t find him.

[sobbing]

Poor Nicole. God, she must have been terrified.

She was, but she did what any mother would do to help make sure their baby survived.

Of course. My God, I can only imagine. I haven’t even met our son and I already have those feelings, like I would do anything in the world to protect him.

[phone rings]

Oh. I’m sorry, just one second. It might be Melinda. Hello?

Sloan, it’s Dimitri Von Leuschner.

Wow, what a nice surprise?

Is it Melinda?

Uh, just one second. Hold on. Um, this is a client, and it might take a little while.

OK. I’m going to go see my mom. I’m going to tell her the good news.

That’s a good idea.

All right.

I’ll be back in a bit.

Dimitri, what do you want?

What do I want? I– I want your help. Please. Leo has been arrested, and I need you to get him out of trouble.

You’re wasting your time, Commish. I have nothing more to say without my attorney present.

OK, fine by me.

Wait, I have one more thing to say. Well, to ask.

What is it?

So I know that Dimitri stands accused of trying to murder your sister, Gabi, but now that Gabi’s been arrested for, like, real actual murder murder, does that, you know, like clear the slate?

Are you serious?

I’m going to take that as a no, then?

What the hell did your boyfriend do with my baby?

[dramatic music]

Tell me, tell me, tell me, tell me! So the baby that you’re going to adopt was born tonight?

Yes, he was.

And the birth went well? And the baby’s fine and healthy?

Yes to both questions.

Oh, my gosh, I’m so happy for you. Oh! Oh, it’s what you’ve always wanted. And you’re going to be a dad any day now.

Any day now. Sloan and I are going to be parents to a baby boy.

Ohh. Mm.

Look, this isn’t a good time. I can’t help you or Leo.

But you’ve represented him before.

Oh, yeah. And I had to play a very unamusing game of cat and mouse for weeks just to get paid.

Right, right. But I promise you, this time it’s not going to be like that. I’m going to get you your money and I’m going to get you a lot of it.

Still, no.

Sloan, please. I– uh– I love this man deeply. And right now he’s insisting that I leave town without him. And I simply cannot do that unless I know that someone is looking out for him. Now, he is in a world of trouble, and he doesn’t deserve any of it. He’s a good man, Sloan. I swear it.

You know what? Leo is right. You should leave town. I’ll get your boyfriend acquitted. And then he can join you in a land far, far away from Salem.

Are you going to answer me, you little creep? Or do you want me to open you up like a can of beans?

EJ!

What?

Back the hell off! You need to calm down.

I will not calm down until I get some answers. What has Dimitri done with my child?

OK, what are you talking about?

As I was trying to tell you earlier, Nicole was involved in a car crash. Run off the road, actually, by Leo here and his beau, my outlaw nephew.

What?

It was an accident, I swear!

The trauma of it all caused Nicole to go into premature labor, where she gave birth to our son.

Whom an impromptu midwife– yours truly, it so happens– helped deliver, thank you very much. Mazel tov, by the way.

Dimitri left Nicole at the crash site with our baby, supposedly to take him to the hospital, only neither he, nor the baby, ever appeared.

Wait, wait. What?

Don’t you dare act like you didn’t know this! You two bumbling, scheming dirtbags probably devised this entire plot yourselves!

No, no, really. EJ, there was no plot!

Then where is my son? Why hasn’t Dimitri returned him?

[tense music]

Honestly, I don’t know. But Dimitri would never do anything like that. He wouldn’t kidnap a tiny baby! I swear this has got to be a misunderstanding!

The hell it is.

[breathing heavily] If you don’t tell me where Dimitri is right now, I promise you, Leo on everything I hold dear, you will live to regret this.

I– I don’t understand. Why would Dimitri not bring the baby to the hospital?

I’m not sure. I mean, your father and I think that maybe he’s using the baby as leverage to get out of his legal troubles?

Oh, my God. That’s so evil. How could he use an innocent baby like that?

I swear to God, if he touches one little hair on my baby brother’s head, I’ll kill him.

And I’ll dig the bastard’s grave. But seriously, Mom, what can we do to help?

Um, I don’t know. Maybe one of you can text EJ and see if there’s an update? I would do it myself, but my phone didn’t survive the accident.

Yeah, of course. Of course.

Oh, Mom, I can’t believe you gave birth on the side of the road. You must have been so scared.

It’s all a blur, really, but your baby brother, he– he came out fighting. He’s a survivor.

Just like you– strong, tough. That’s how I wherever he is, my baby brother’s going to be just fine. OK?

OK. Thank you.

No, no, no. If I do as you ask, I could lose my medical license. It’s way too risky.

With great risk comes great reward. And we are going to reward you greatly. Dr. Pierce, Ms. Peterson and I don’t throw around bank notes willy-nilly.

And what happens when the parents ask to see the baby?

You’re a doctor. You’ll figure something out.

But it’s so incredibly cruel, that– this couple, these parents, they’ll be devastated.

I know. And believe me, I don’t feel great about it, either. But look at the bright side. You’ll be making another couple very, very happy.

I swear to you, I don’t know where Dimitri is.

Then what is his game, huh? Is he using my son as a bargaining chip? Is he holding him for ransom?

No, no, no. It’s neither of those things.

All right, EJ. Why don’t you let me handle this?

With all due respect, Commissioner, this is my son we’re talking about here. And I’m the DA. I have every right to question the swine.

Actually, you don’t. Show-and-tell is over, boys. My client has nothing further to say.

Sloan Peterson. Don’t tell me you’re throwing your lot in with this disgusting degenerate?

Please show yourself out. I need to speak to my client in private. And under constitutional law, he does still have that right.

Come on, EJ. Let’s go.

Did Dimitri call you?

He did.

Did he mention anything about Nicole’s baby? Because he was supposed to take him to the hospital, but Mr. Frontier Justice out there says they never showed.

Sorry, no, he never mentioned anything about Nicole’s baby.

Did you hear that, kiddo? That crooked, yet first-rate doctor said that you are in tip-top shape. Oh, Sloan– I mean, your new mommy– is going to be so pleased. Oh.

[chuckles] You know, I– I meant what I said earlier to Dr. Pierce. I do feel kind of bad what we’re doing to Nicole. But here’s what I learned over the years, that sometimes you have to make sacrifices for the benefit of the child. I had to do that for my own little girl. Her name was Haley.

[sobs] I had to give her to my parents to raise, and it was the hardest thing I’d ever had to do. Broke my heart. But I did it, because I knew that’s what was best for her. And I know that this is what’s best for you. Ahh. Eric and Sloan are good people. And they’re going to be amazing parents.

[tense music]

Well, at first I was skeptical, because Melinda Trask, she was helping us arrange the adoption. But she’s really come through.

Oh, I’m so happy. You’ve wanted this for so long, and it’s finally going to work out this time.

Yes, it is. You know, I just– I just hope things work out for Nicole, too.

Nicole? Why do you say that?

So did you talk to Leo? Did he tell you where Dimitri took the baby?

Leo swears up and down he doesn’t know. And I have to say, he did seem rather perplexed as to why Dimitri didn’t show up here. But whether or not he’s telling the truth, he’s of no use to us. He’s lawyered up now.

What? So now what? What are we going to do?

Well, Rafe was supposedly on the case, but that man couldn’t find his way out of a paper bag. So I’m just going to have to find our son myself. And I’m not going to stop until I find him.

I’m coming with you.

Excuse me. Are you Nicole DiMera?

I am.

A pleasure to meet you. I’m Dr. Pierce. I’m here because I have news about your baby.

I’m the boy’s father. Do you know where he is?

Earlier tonight, a man arrived at the hospital with a baby in his arms, a newborn. He said it belonged to Nicole DiMera.

Oh, my God. Well, then I guess Dimitri did do the right thing after all.

I– this doesn’t make sense. I was there. I asked if a baby had been brought in and they said no.

I’m sorry, there must have been some confusion. Word never got back to me.

OK, so– so where is he? Where is my son? Are they bringing him up to us?

Perhaps we should talk more privately?

It’s fine, Doctor. Everybody here is family.

Look, just tell me what’s going on, please? I know that my baby was born prematurely, but are you saying– he’s OK, isn’t he?

I’m sorry, Mrs. DiMera. Your son didn’t make it.

[scoffs]

Well, I completely understand. And I apologize for the delay, but I was just wondering if maybe you could hold the submarine for just– I see. It’s now or never. OK, well, then I will head to the docks. Dr. Rolf, please do not leave without me.

[phone beeps] Goodbye, Leo. I love you.

So Dimitri left town? He’s gone?

I believe so.

Well, that’s– that’s a relief.

So, look, Leo. It’s too late tonight to get you arraigned, but I am going to do my best to get you out of this predicament.

Thank you.

[phone rings]

Sorry, just one sec. Hey, I can’t talk long; I’m in a meeting with a client.

I just wanted to let you know that Dr. Pierce agreed to help us.

Did he?

Uh-huh. And, um, actually, he’s delivering the very upsetting news to Mommy and Daddy as we speak.

[machines beeping]

No. No, no. That’s not possible. My baby was perfectly fine when Dimitri left with him. He was fine. I– I saw him.

I understand that there was a car accident, which caused you to go into labor? Well, it appears the infant sustained internal injuries during the crash.

No.

He was, uh–

Oh.

He was wrapped in this blanket.

[sobbing] Oh.

[somber music] Oh, God. I– I bought him this blanket. This is the blanket that Dimitri wrapped him in. Oh, God. This can’t be happening.

[sobbing]

I understand you have a lot to process. I’ll give you some privacy. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Yeah.

[sobbing]

Again, I’m– I’m– terribly sorry for your loss.

[sobbing]

Dad, I’m so sorry. Is there– is there anything I can do?

Well, perhaps you could take Holly outside.

Yeah.

Um, hey, let’s, uh– let’s give them some space, yeah?

I love you, Mom.

This– this can’t be happening, EJ. Please, please tell me this isn’t real. It’s not real! Oh.

[sobbing]

Oh, my goodness. Poor Nicole. She’s been through such an ordeal tonight.

Yeah, I just– you know, I really hope the worst is behind her.

[phone rings] It’s Holly. Holly, hey. How’s your mom and the baby?

[somber music] What? Oh, my God. I’m– Holly, I’m– I’m so sorry.

Eric, what happened?

The doctor has to be wrong, EJ. He is wrong. He’s wrong. I was just telling Holly how strong our son is, that he’s a fighter.

And he was, I’m sure.

No. Do not say “was.” Do not say “was.” Do not use the past tense. Oh. It can’t be true, EJ, it can’t. It’s not. It’s just– how can it end this way? How can it end this way? How? I mean, after everything that we’ve been through to keep this baby healthy. I mean, I– I took all the vitamins. I took all the medication. I never missed– I never missed one dose. I– I took care of myself because I knew how risky this pregnancy was. I don’t understand.

I know. You were so good.

EJ, you and I, we’ve lost two babies. Two babies before they were born, but not this one. He made it. And it would just be so unfair if he– oh, God! Ahh!

[sobbing] No! Oh, our baby, EJ. Our baby.

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Well, you’ll never believe the conversation I just had with E…

[eerie music] Jada, where’d you go? Damn it. Told her to stay put. Hell is she?

Dimitri? And he’s the one worried about missing Rolf’s yellow submarine. Dimitri, where are you?

[soft footsteps]

I’d like to know that too. You know, all the rest should be this easy.

Detective Hunter, what a lovely surprise.

I bet. You know, I was just on my way to go search for you and your partner in crime, but lucky me, you saved me the trouble by loitering right by the hospital. ,::,

Loitering? Who’s loitering? I’m just admiring the immaculate landscaping.

Save it, Stark. What do you say we pick up where we left off?

[sighs] I was so hoping my mom’s car would be out there when we got back and I’d help her unpack it and she’d be on my case about homework.

Hey, hey. She could still be on her way. Just try to stay positive, okay?

Still stuck at the same location. It could mean everything or it could mean nothing. She could be anywhere, in the hospital, or God knows where.

Hey, it’s okay. It’s okay.

Oh, Holly, there you are. Any sign of your mother?

No, I haven’t heard from her. But, EJ, I think I know where she’s at!

So the accident brought on the labor?

You morons drove me off the road.

And we’re sorry. We’re terribly sorry. He was driving. Um, listen, we have been praying that you’re okay.

[pants] Do I look okay? Oh!

Huh?

Oh, the baby, oh.

Um, okay, listen, listen, listen. Your baby is gonna be just fine, okay? There’s, um–there’s, um, a lot of built-in cushioning, yeah.

That’s not what I mean.

Oh?

I mean–oh– the baby is coming.

[moaning]

You had the baby here?

Yes. Right here.

Okay. I don’t understand. Where’s the baby?

Dimitri. Dimitri has him.

Dimitri has the baby?

Yes. He has my son.

You had a baby boy?

Yeah… a beautiful baby boy. And… Dimitri has him now. Oh, my God, Eric. Dimitri has my son.

[somber music]

You don’t understand, Melinda, that I have to do this. Otherwise, I wouldn’t be able to live with myself. Eric has a kid about to be born, and I just–I love him too much to keep that from him. And maybe it would be different if I had a kid, but I don’t. I don’t have a kid to give him. I don’t and I never will.

Wow, when you make your mind up about something–

I know what I need to do and I’m gonna do it now. I’m gonna find Eric and I’m gonna tell him the truth.

Uh…

What the– wait a minute. I-I know you. You’re Dimitri Von Leuschner.

Yeah. And you’re Sloan Petersen, one of Salem’s top attorneys, which is a very, very good thing because, well, I need your help.

[dark music]

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

And what do you need my help with?

And whose baby is that?

The baby–wait, you’re Melinda Trask, the DA.

Relax, Mr. Von Leuschner. I am no longer Salem’s top prosecutor. But I am still a officer of the court, as is Ms. Peterson here, so answer our question. Whose child are you in possession of?

[unsettling music]

The baby belongs to my uncle.

Your uncle?

EJ DiMera.

You know where your mother is?

So Mom and I have the same location-sharing apps on our phone.

And?

When I checked, I was able to see where her cell last pinged.

Let me check that. Why am I now only hearing about this app?

I forgot I had it, okay?

No, young lady, it most assuredly is not okay. Your pregnant mother is out there God knows where and you’ve been withholding valuable information all this time.

[tense music]

Hmm.

Nicole? Hey, hey, stay with me. Stay with me, okay?

I’m trying. I’m sleepy.

I know. Okay, no, no, just try to focus, all right? Did Dimitri say where he was taking the baby?

Hospital to get him checked out.

Okay, so why didn’t he take you with him?

He was scared to move me.

Right.

What’s wrong?

It’s nothing.

Eric, tell me. Oh, my God. You don’t trust Dimitri, do you? You don’t trust Dimitri with my baby.

Nicole, calm down, okay?

No. How can I be calm when they took him from me?

Wait, wait, wait, “they”?

Yes. Leo. I mean, he didn’t take him. He delivered him, and he stayed with me until you got here. But he’s–he’s the one who told Dimitri to take my son to the hospital.

Nicole, sweetie, you are so amazing and brave, and I have newfound respect for you and all women for going through that. But I know that you know I’m right. Little Leo Junior needs to have all those fingers and toes checked out by a medical professional, meaning…

I can’t.

He will be back in your arms before you know it. You have my word.

Your word?

Okay, I know that’s not good for very much, but… we’ve come this far together, haven’t we? And, obviously, I want your baby to be okay.

[sighs] And he can’t be trusted either, can he?

[sighs]

Detective, look, this is really just one big misunderstanding.

Really? I misunderstood your boyfriend physically assaulting me right before the two of you stole my car and fled the scene?

Well, maybe not that part.

Hands behind your back.

Look, if we talk this through, I’m sure we can come up with an amicable resolution.

The only resolution that I’m good with is you and your violent-ass boo under lock and key. Hands behind your back!

Gee, Detective, at least buy me dinner first.

[sighs] I am losing patience here, Stark.

Well, you know what? I’m losing patience too, because, lady, you are bossy and controlling, and you remind me of my mother, who’s also bossy and controlling, which is triggering me, and it’s getting my adrenaline pumping, so…

[dramatic music]

Going somewhere?

Mayor Price, may I have a word, please?

Oh, certainly, I always have time for one of my constituents, especially now that I’ve been lawfully elected by the good people of Salem. How may I help you, Mr. DiMera?

Well, for starters, you can fire your new district attorney.

[ominous music]

But Holly wasn’t withholding anything. She said she’s sorry, all right?

I take it this juvenile delinquent is the reason why you’re not out there checking to see if your mother is at the location this app pinpointed.

For your information, my uncle told us to wait and let him check it out.

Your uncle?

Eric. He’s out looking for Mom as we speak.

Oh, I’m glad that Leo stepped up for you and your baby.

Yeah, I am too. I mean, he was really kind and caring, but he’s still a fugitive from justice. I mean, so is that guy Dimitri. And, oh, my God, they both are. And, Eric, why did I let Dimitri take my little boy? And what–what if he uses him as leverage? And what have I done? What? Oh, God.

[line trilling] Who are you calling?

I’m calling Rafe. Salem PD’s are already looking for Dimitri, but I just need to let them know that he has your son.

Oh, my God.

[breathing heavily]

Ow! Will you trust me when I tell you that Dimitri would not have gone through with killing Detective Hunter? He has a good heart, I swear.

A good heart? The man is a hardened criminal.

No, no, he is not. You don’t know him like I do. He’s– he’s just somebody who goes after what he wants, all right? And he happens to be an excellent boyfriend. He’s loving, attentive, generous.

Oh, for God’s sake. We don’t give a damn what kind of man the dirtbag is. We just want to know where the hell he is.

Really? both: Yeah.

After you just insulted him, after you just insulted me by insulting him and then insulted me again with your condescending and disdainful tone? No.

Leo, listen to me. Look at me. This is a very serious situation, and you are in very serious trouble if you don’t cooperate with us. And you will be severely punished. Now, the commissioner is giving you a chance to save yourself. So what are you gonna do? You gonna tell us where your partner is, or are you gonna take the fall for him?

This is EJ DiMera’s baby?

And Nicole’s.

Correct on both counts.

But why in God’s name do you have the kid?

My boyfriend and I got into an accident with Nicole.

Oh, God.

Oh, my God, is she okay?

I don’t know. She was conscious when I left, but barely. After the crash, she went into labor. We helped her deliver, and then I promised I’d get this little guy to a doctor.

So then why didn’t you go directly to the hospital?

I did, the place was crawling with cops. I couldn’t risk them recognizing who I am.

Aha, and so you came here instead. Why?

Well, my boyfriend, Leo, says that you have quite the penchant for getting people out of, shall we say, sticky situations? Apparently you helped him get out of a couple of jams.

Yeah, but nothing like this. I–

[sighs] Dimitri, look. You’re on the run from the cops with a baby who belongs to one of the most prominent families in the state. I mean, what is it that you think I can do for you?

Honestly, I don’t– I don’t know. I don’t know why I’m here. Leo just gave me your address saying that maybe, maybe you could help. But this kid needs a doctor. I need to find Leo and we need to get out of town.

And we understand.

[mysterious music]

You do?

Of course we do. You were trying to do the most responsible thing in a very difficult and complicated situation. So you can just calm down. You’ve come to the right place.

Why should I fire EJ? I just appointed him DA.

Because his first order of business in office was to prosecute my wife.

As well he should have. Gabi Hernandez DiMera murdered her ex-husband Li Shin in cold blood.

That is not true. Gabi is innocent. Look, I am Gabi’s husband. EJ is my brother. Don’t you see what’s going on here?

See what? What exactly am I supposed to be seeing, Mr. DiMera?

EJ is using the office that you gave him to get revenge on me and the woman I love.

[dark music]

Why haven’t we heard from someone by now? EJ’s been gone long enough to have made it to the location.

Hey, try not to worry, okay? I bet uncle Eric’s already found your mom. I’m sure she’s fine.

[exhales] Oh, God, I hope you’re right.

Please, oh, come on.

[line trilling] Nicole, it’s not going through.

No, there is no cell service. Dimitri and Leo tried calling an ambulance and there was no signal.

[both sigh] Eric, I’m scared. And my–my precious little boy, I mean, what if Dimitri doesn’t get him the help that he promised?

Nicole, it’s okay. I’m here now. And I promise you, you and your baby boy are going to get the help they need.

I have a son?

So what’s it gonna be, Stark? You gonna tell us where Von Leuschner is or you want to do five to ten at Statesville?

Why does it have to be either? And why are DVL and I being persecuted like this? We are the heroes in this little saga. We rescued a woman in distress and her innocent, newborn, very adorable baby, whom I happen to have brought into this cold, cruel world.

Wait, what woman?

A baby?

I suggest you start talking, Stark.

You mean it?

[fusses]

You’re really gonna help me with the baby?

I’m sure if my colleague and I put our heads together, we can think of some way to do that, yes. So just give the kid to us and we’ll take it from here.

Okay. Okay, that’s great news. I-I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it.

Oh.

I guess this is goodbye, little guy. My Leo has a soft spot for you, and now I suppose so do I.

[soft music]

Oh. Oh.

Have a good life, okay?

Dimitri, hey, wait! Grab my phone. It’s on the table.

Why do you need your phone?

Why else? To call the police. Melinda, my hands are kind of full here. Either hand me my phone or call Commissioner Hernandez yourself.

Can you just hang on a sec? Let’s just take a breath and just figure out what we need to do first.

I’m sorry. What are we figuring out?

[fusses]

What a sweet little face. Hey there, little fella.

Melinda, if we don’t call the police, we at least have to take him to the ER. Nicole wasn’t due for weeks. He’s premature. Come on, what are we taking, your car or mine?

Dammit, Sloan, just– can you just chill out for a minute?

We don’t have time to chill, Melinda. I mean, look at him.

[cries]

He’s so–he’s so tiny. He’s so fragile. Look, he’s our responsibility now. He needs us.

You’re right about that. He does need us. More specifically, he needs you.

What is that supposed to mean? What are you saying?

What I’m saying, Sloan, is this baby could be the answer to your prayers.

I’m so glad you’re here with me, Tate. I don’t know if I could get through this without you.

I’m always here for you, Holly. And, um, about earlier–

Yeah?

Well, right before your stepdad walked in, is it just me, or did it seem like something was about to happen between us?

Like what?

Like, I don’t know, um, a kiss or something?

Nicole, sweetheart, are you all right? I was so worried.

Well, I’ll be okay, I think.

Of course you will be, darling. Of course you will be. I’ll see to that.

You had the baby. A boy?

We have a son, EJ.

[laughs] Where is he?

[sinister music] What are you not telling me, Nicole?

[cries]

Can somebody please say something? What the hell happened out here tonight, and where is my son?

So you and Von Leuschner got into a car accident with Nicole DiMera? Why didn’t you call an ambulance?

We tried. There was no cell service.

That’s why Nicole couldn’t get in touch with EJ.

What else happened, Stark?

So, yeah, shortly after the accident, uh, Nicole went into labor and I personally delivered her baby, with flying colors I should add. Proudest moment of my life, which is why you should be cutting Dimitri and I some slack.

Where are Nicole and her baby now?

Last I knew, Nicole was still at the crash site.

You left her there alone with the baby?

No, of course not. Eric Brady showed up. I left her with him.

Was the baby all right when you left?

Well, Nicole was concerned about him because he was born premature.

Well, I’m sure Eric will be able to get them to the hospital in time.

Oh, he doesn’t have to.

Wait, why?

Because my Dimitri took care of that. He took the baby to University Hospital before Eric showed up. I bet he’s still there with him looking after the little guy.

You can’t seriously be thinking about me keeping Nicole’s baby.

Why not?

[fusses]

Oh, you’re joking, Melinda.

[malicious music] God. You’re serious?

Do you believe in signs, Sloan? Because Von Leuschner showing up here with that baby right after your adoption fell through sure does feel like one to me. Just think about it. If the adoption had gone according to plan, you would be resenting your husband with a bouncing baby boy right about now, his son. You said it yourself, that is exactly who that baby you’re holding in your arms is, Eric’s actual son.

Yes, Eric and Nicole’s son, not mine.

And you and I are the only two people in the planet who know that to be true.

Oh, except for Dimitri Von Leuschner, who just dropped off this baby. You really think he’s not gonna remember giving us him for safekeeping, Melinda?

You heard the man. Dimitri is desperate to skip town with that weasel of his boyfriend before the cops catch up to them. He and Leo Stark are leaving Salem for good. So if you decide to keep this baby and raise him with Eric, no one will ever be the wiser.

And just how did you and your lovely wife manage cost my new DA his old job?

I’d rather not get into the particulars.

Uh-huh. I’ll just bet you wouldn’t.

Okay, look, Mayor Price, I know how incredible this all sounds. I’m aware of that. But EJ is trying to railroad my wife. He denied her bond and had her sent to Statesville while awaiting trial. I mean, what kind of kangaroo court system of justice are you allowing in this town?

Now hold on there, Mr. DiMera. Now I resent your implication.

Okay, okay, I-I am sorry to have questioned your leadership. But I just want my wife to get a fair shake. And I sincerely doubt that that can happen as long as EJ is in office.

Mr. DiMera, I-I appreciate what you’re going through. I know all too well what it’s like to helplessly watch a loved one go off to jail. But if I intercede on behalf of your wife, it might be construed as Salem’s new mayor interfering in a murder investigation to aid her police commissioner sister.

Mm-hmm. So that’s why you’re not gonna help out Gabi? You’re afraid of how it’s gonna make you look politically?

I’m sorry, Mr. DiMera, my hands are tied.

Okay, well, keep me posted. Still no sign of your car yet, unfortunately.

Von Leuschner probably ditched it already.

Yeah, and since it’s your personal car, there’s no way to track it.

Well, here’s hoping we have better luck finding Nicole and her baby.

That little guy and his mom, they have to be okay.

Well, for you and your boyfriend’s sake, you better hope they are.

No, because that’s the cutest little human I’ve ever seen. Can I make my one phone call now please?

Better make it count.

[eerie music]

Dimitri?

Leo, thank God. I was so worried. Where the hell are you?

[sighs] Would you believe I got myself arrested?

Look, I could be totally wrong, but… it kinda felt like we were just gonna kiss.

Are you serious right now?

What did I say?

My pregnant mother is missing and all you can think about is trying to get some?

What? Holly? No, no, no.

Wow, here I thought you were trying to comfort me as a friend.

I was. I am. Holly–Holly, no, you’ve got it all wrong.

I heard you were some wannabe player, but this, this is beyond gross, Tate.

You don’t understand.

I think you should leave now.

If my nephew said he was taking our son to the hospital then what the hell are we doing out here? We need to get there now.

Wait, wait, wait. EJ, wait, listen to me. You can’t move her. She still could have internal injuries.

I don’t give a damn. I need to get to my baby. I am feeling fine. I’m getting stronger every minute.

You heard her, Eric. Actually, you know what? I just want to say, thank you for waiting with her until I arrived, but I can take it from here. You go home, look after your wife, and I’ll– I’ll tend to mine.

[somber music]

[both groan]

You wanted to give Eric a son. Well, here he is.

Yeah, except there is a real flaw in your plan, Melinda.

And what is that?

That Dimitri told Nicole that he is going to take her son to the hospital. The second she is able to, she’s gonna be looking for him. She’s probably looking for him now with EJ DiMera’s help.

Fair point. What if there’s no baby for the DiMeras to find? What if Dimitri managed to get the baby to the ER and the child didn’t survive? Hypothetically speaking, of course.

What are you saying?

[dark music]

Nicole’s baby was born prematurely after a horrendous car accident. The mother has a long history of not being able to carry a baby successfully to term. This could merely be the latest in a long line of maternal tragedies for Nicole Walker DiMera.

Melinda, you know how much I cannot stand Nicole. But what you’re suggesting, I… well, I wouldn’t wish that upon my worst enemy. I just–I don’t think I could do that, not even to–to her.

Well, will you stop thinking about her and think about this baby? Do you really want Eric’s child, a Brady, being raised by EJ DiMera? That man is a monster.

How exactly would we pull something like this off?

Okay, you know that money that we were gonna use to fund your private adoption?

Yeah.

Um. Instead, well, I’ll use it to pay off some shady doctor to say that Nicole’s baby died, and in reality, he’ll check out the bundle in your arms and make sure that he’s okay.

And you just happen to have a corrupt doctor on speed dial?

As a matter of fact, I do. Remember that–uh, the guy you defended, uh, for engaging in insurance fraud? Oh, God, what’s his name? Um.

It’s, uh–

Pierce!

Pierce, yeah, you prosecuted him.

And you defended him brilliantly, got off with a slap on the wrist. That sleazebag even managed to maintain his medical license with privileges at University Hospital, no less.

You really think that that Pierce guy is gonna go along with your plan?

Our plan. Yes, I do, and I think that the good doctor would be thrilled to receive an unexpected windfall for providing some unorthodox concierge medicine complete with a death certificate for Nicole’s baby. Then a couple of days later, I’ll show up with your adopted baby.

You just came up with all of that now?

I do my best thinking under pressure. Look, I promised you a baby, Sloan. And I don’t renege on promises, especially not to one of the only friends I have in the world.

Do you really think we can get away with this?

I know we can. This is the miracle that you have been waiting for, Sloan. You just have to decide if you want to receive it or not.

Man, I totally read that situation wrong.

You think?

Look, Holly, I know you won’t believe me, but I’m sorry. I really am sorry. Um, I’m gonna go. I hope your mom is okay.

[breathes heavily]

I should really be going. Good night, Mr. DiMera.

[foreboding music]

I’m not done talking to you yet.

I’d remove your hand from my arm if you don’t want to draw back a nub.

Sorry. Just making sure that, uh, there’s nothing else that I can do to help change your position, perhaps a sizable donation to your next campaign?

You wouldn’t be trying to bribe a public official, now would you, Mr. DiMera?

What I am trying to do is to get you to see reason.

You know what? For your sake… I’m going to act like this conversation never happened. Good night, Stefan.

You’re making a mistake, Paulina… one that you might live to regret.

Oh, oh, so now bribery doesn’t work, you’re just turning to threats. Oh, you really are a DiMera, aren’t you?

You’re damn right I am. And so is my brother. And unfortunately for you… you just backed the wrong one.

Oh. Hi. Did you find out anything?

Afraid not. I checked with the ER, the neonatal unit, everywhere. There’s been no sign of Dimitri or our baby.

[soft music]

Oh, my God, EJ. Where could they be?

Don’t worry, darling. I promise you, we’ll find out where that bastard has taken our baby. And he will soon be in your arms… our precious little boy.

[cries]

Arrested? But this is–this is bad. This is very, very bad, Leo. Rolf is scheduled to depart on the submarine any minute.

Save yourself, Dimitri.

What? Leo, what are you saying?

I’m saying you have to go without me.

Oh, Eric. Oh, I’m so glad you’re home.

I’m just sorry I’m late. I got a bit tied up.

No, that’s okay. Did you see your dad?

Yeah, I did, and there’s a lot that’s happened since then. There was a car accident–

You can tell me about your day later. I wanna tell you some of my amazing news.

What news?

I heard back from Melinda. And guess what?

[cries]

Our baby boy was born tonight.

There, there, little one. It’s all gonna be fine. Yes, it will. Because your new mommy made the right decision, and you’ll be home with her and your new daddy very soon.

[cries]

[sighs]

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Ah!

Jada, oh, my God.

Rafe.

You didn’t say that you were hurt.

What are you doing here? You’re supposed to be out there stopping Stark and Von Leuschner.

Your call came in. I was a block away. I got Michaels scouring the city looking for your car. Never mind all that. Are you OK?

No, I am not. My suspects escaped. Rafe, they’ve– they’ve got to be stopped.

[tense music]

Babe, I know we have to get to the dock, but you’re driving too fast. The roads are slick.

I am not missing that submarine.

Well, we’re definitely gonna miss it if we get into an accident.

Hello, darling, I just got home. Where are you?

[sighs] I’m driving, on my way to you. EJ…

[sighs]

What is it?

I love you, ,::, and I am so happy I’m having this baby with you.

Dimitri, look out! You’re sliding into the other lane!

Damn it, Leo. I can’t control it!

I’ll be home soon. EJ. Oh, my God!

[vehicles crash]

Nicole! Nicole! Nicole! Are you OK? What was that noise? Nicole, are you there?

Hey. Tate, what’s going on?

Uncle Eric, how’s it going?

It’s going fine, thank you. If you’re looking for my dad, he’s upstairs.

Oh, thanks, thanks, yeah. Hey, I heard about your wedding. Great news.

Thank you. There could be more on the way. We’re adopting a baby, maybe even by tonight.

Oh, that’s awesome.

Yeah.

So when do I get to meet the kid?

Slow down. Me first, pal.

Sloan, I am so sorry, but I’m afraid you lost the baby.

What? Is this a joke?

No. Listen, Sloan–

No, you listen. This is unacceptable! What do you mean I’ve lost the baby?

[breathing heavily]

What the–

You OK?

Yeah, I’m OK. Are you?

That car came out of nowhere.

Yeah, well, that’s what happens when you drive like a maniac. There it is now, up against that guardrail.

OK, we gotta keep moving.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, we can’t just leave. Whoever’s in that car could be hurt. They definitely are hurt. They’re not moving.

What’s your point?

My point is, we need to check on them, make sure they’re OK.

Whoa, whoa, what–no, Leo!

[car door slams]

Hello? Anyone home?

[gasps]

What? What is it?

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

[dramatic music]

Oh, damn, voicemail. Nicole, where are you? What happened? Do you need help? Call me back.

Why would Mom need help?

Oh, Holly. She’s on her way back, but…

But what?

I don’t know. Her phone went dead.

That’s all?

I thought I heard a crash.

Oh, my God.

Don’t worry. I’m sure she’s fine. Let’s not overreact until we know more.

I got her voicemail too. She’s not answering.

Don’t worry, I’ll find out what happened, OK?

You’re leaving?

I’ll call you as soon as I know anything, OK?

But you don’t even know where she’s at.

Don’t worry, I will find her one way or another, and I’ll make sure she’s OK.

Wait.

No, no, no, no. You stay here, OK, by the phone, just in case.

No, in case of what?

Holly, stay here by the phone. I’ll call you, I promise.

You know, I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I don’t think I would be alive if it wasn’t for Leo Stark.

What?

Dimitri had me dead to rights. He had a gun against my head.

Son of a bitch.

[sighs] You need to go out there and finish the search.

No, no, you’re going to the hospital, and I’m driving.

No, I’ll find my way there. I can’t weigh you down right now.

Jada, you are going to the hospital. That’s an order.

Please, I’m fine. Watch.

[sighs]

Oh, yeah, right. You’re just peachy.

[sighs]

You gonna start listening to me now, huh?

[sighs]

Listen, I know that this is terribly disappointing, but I can’t reverse this.

You haven’t even said what “this” is. I mean, how did I lose the baby? Is this about money? Is the lawyer playing us? Is he trying to get a bigger commission?

Please, can you just let this go?

No, I won’t. You said it was a done deal, Melinda. My God, less than an hour ago, you told me that Eric and I were about to be parents to a baby boy, and now we’re not. I need you to explain to me how the hell this happened.

Yeah, I can hardly believe it. When Melinda first told us, it was like almost having an out-of-body experience.

I’ll bet, yeah. So the only thing that you know for sure is that it’s a boy?

Yeah, yeah, it’s a boy, and it’s due any day now. I mean, all we’re hoping for is that the baby is healthy. For the mother, of course, too.

[breathing heavily]

Do you think she’s dead?

I have no idea, but we really have to go.

But this is Nicole Walker. She’s married to your uncle EJ.

OK, I am sorry for his loss.

OK, I can deal with heartless and cold. I’m often heartless and cold myself. But there is heartless and cold, and then there is heartless and cold.

Sweetheart, say heartless and cold one more time.

Look, Dimitri, I don’t want to get caught any more than you do, but we did this. This woman is lying here dying because of us.

And what do you suggest we do, stand here mourning and wait to be arrested? If the woman is a goner, there’s–

[moans]

[gasps] She’s– she’s alive!

[sighs]

The nurse said the doctor would be here soon. How you feeling?

My head is fine. It’s my ego that took the real blow. Ugh, I can’t believe they stole my car.

Well, yeah, now we get to add grand theft auto to the charges.

Yeah, but if I was driving a department vehicle, you’d be able to track their location.

[sighs]

No, don’t beat yourself up about this, all right?

[sighs]

Listen to me. Look at me. We will find them.

[dramatic music]

I just wish that I was the one slapping the cuffs on them.

Yeah. Where’s that doc?

It’s only been a minute.

Yeah, a minute too long. You need medical attention.

[sighs]

I’m gonna go find them. And you know what? We have every available uniform on the search looking for those two idiots. They’re gonna turn up, and we’re gonna nail them, all right?

[sighs]

[groans]

[sighs]

She’s hurt.

[grunts]

[sighs] Where am I? What happened?

[groans]

Oh, OK, we– we’ll–we’ll call and leave this to the pros. Damn it, I can’t get a signal.

Oh! Help! Oh, please.

We don’t have any other options.

We can’t just leave her here. She’s suffering.

We can’t go to jail either.

OK, OK, let’s just figure out how badly she’s injured.

The most selfish man in the world chooses now to care about somebody else? Leo, when Rolf’s submarine is gone, it is gone, and that is it. And there is no lawyer alive that can get us out of this mess. Now, do you really want to risk it all for…her?

[moans]

The lawyer’s not to blame, Sloan, or the other family. The baby’s mother is the one who decided to pull the plug.

Why? She wanted to keep the baby?

No, please, Sloan, don’t make me do this.

Just–just tell me, OK?

It’s you.

Me. God, Melinda, I thought we said we were gonna keep names out of this.

At the last minute, she insisted she wanted to know who was gonna be raising her child. And as we all know, our lives are all open books these days.

Oh.

[scoffs] So she googled me. Well, what did she find out?

Enough, Sloan. She found out enough.

It was good to see you. I’ve got to get to Sloan.

Hmm.

Hey, I’ll keep you posted on how things go, OK?

Holly? What’s going on?

I think something happened to my mom.

Oh, oh, God. It hurts so much.

Ah, what do we do? She seems worse now.

You’re the one who wanted to move her.

Well, we should have put her right in our car. She needs to get to a hospital.

Yes, only it isn’t our car. It belongs to a Salem PD detective. And I assure you they’re looking high and low for it right now.

Well, we have to do something.

OK, I’ve got an idea. Why don’t we go look for cell service and then we can send help back?

You want to leave her here? Dimitri, we can’t.

Leo, we have to, and I’m not being cold and heartless right now. I’m thinking of her. This is her best chance of survival.

Oh, you think her best chance of survival is for us to abandon her, leave her here alone, writhing in pain?

Well, we sure as hell can’t move her again. She could have internal bleeding.

[groans]

Oh, God, OK.

[moans]

Nicole, Nicole, honey, hi, it’s Leo. Can you tell me where it hurts?

[moans, exhales heavily] You… and you, you morons drove me off the road.

And we’re sorry. We’re terribly sorry. He was driving. Listen, we have been praying that you’re OK.

Do I look OK? Oh! Oh, the baby.

[moans]

OK, listen, listen, listen, your baby is gonna be just fine, OK? There’s–there’s a lot of built-in cushioning, yeah.

That’s not what I mean.

Huh?

I mean–oh… the baby is coming.

[moans] Oh! Oh!

Yeah, well, it was a struggle just getting Jada here, but she’s in with the doc now. Oh, well, you know her. She’s more focused on taking those two down than taking care of herself. OK, yeah, good. Let’s send some more units to the west side. Those two clowns are bound to show up sometime soon. And who’d you say was looking for me?

Rafe!

Forget it. He’s here now.

Rafe, I need your help. Something’s happened to Nicole.

[dramatic music]

Oh!

[breathing sharply] Oh, the contractions are too close. Mm! Help! Oh, please.

OK, we’re trying, Nicole. You are not alone.

What is happening? How did we get into this?

You know damn well how we got into this. You were speeding, and now she needs us, Dimitri. We have to help her.

[moans]

Ah, Nicole, squeeze your legs together tight. We’re gonna get you to University Hospital.

No, we won’t make it. Oh, this baby is coming, and you have to deliver it. Leo, yes.

So my reputation cost us the baby.

The mother is a very moral person, apparently.

I could fly in and meet her. I can go to St. Louis. No, I could show her the real me. OK, bad idea.

Sloan, I’ll keep looking, OK? I will find you another baby, I promise.

Oh, right, you promise, Melinda, but we both know that could take years. What the hell am I supposed to tell Eric? He is out there telling his family right now the good news. He’s buying diapers and playpens and wooden gyms.

I mean, make something up. Tell him the mother got cold feet, that she decided to raise the kid herself. Sloan, you need to trust that I will get you through this. Yes, it may take a while, but–

Oh, but I don’t have a while, damn it, Melinda. I told you already. I don’t want Eric to have to wait another day to be a father. And while I’m running into roadblocks here, there is a baby out there, his baby, and it’s just waiting to be born, and– and–and– and Eric needs to know.

Wait, whoa, what are you saying?

I’m saying that it’s– it’s time to tell Eric the truth about his child.

I don’t know. EJ said he’d find her, to stay at the house. But I couldn’t just stay there all alone, not knowing anything.

Hey, you came to the right place. You’re not alone anymore.

EJ thought he heard a crash? And all he knows is that your mom, she was on her way home.

Yeah, there’s, like, five different routes she could have been on. He said he’d find her, but how does he even know where to start?

This is what my parents were talking about when they made me turn on the Location Sharing services on my phone. They know where I am all the time.

Wait, I can’t believe I forgot. My mom made me do the same. But I said I wouldn’t unless she did too.

[gasps] There–there she is.

Aah!

It’s OK. It’s OK. It’s a good thing Detective Hunter’s car is a rolling Walmart.

Oh, God. Oh, God.

Just breathe. Just breathe. That’s what they say in the movies, right? Deep breath in, deep breath out.

If you say deep one more time, I’m gonna pull your vocal cords out.

Careful, I think she means it.

Oh! Where’s the baby’s father? EJ needs to be here.

Ooh, he’s gonna be a no-show, unfortunately.

Oh, God, it’s close.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

It’s very close.

Uh-huh, that much is obvious and panic attack and goose bump-inducing.

Oh, someone needs to catch this baby.

Hey, I am holding her hand and hyperventilating. You’re not doing anything.

Me? You’re the one who insisted on being here in the first place.

Guys, please!

OK, OK, OK. Oh, my God, oh, my God. An actual human being is about to emerge from there. Ooh. OK.

I need to push. I need…

I’m not gonna–

To push.

I’m not gonna faint. I’m gonna be calm. I’m gonna be cool.

Now! Please, I need to push!

I’m gonna pretend that I am Dr. Leo Stark, who has delivered millions of babies so brilliantly that when they pop out, they don’t even cry. They just smile and wave. Now, come on. Pepper him right in here.

The baby is coming.

OK, Nicole. Look at me. Look at me. Look at me. You got this. We have got this. I need you to take one last deep breath and then push your little tushy off.

[straining] Here it comes!

Ah!

You got this, darling. You got it too, Nicole.

[screams] Sweet Mother of God, is that a head?

Oh, God.

[breathing sharply]

OK, you got this.

Oh, God!

You got this! Ah!

[screams]

OK, I took some units off another operation to focus on finding Nicole. They will keep their eyes peeled.

That’s it?

Well, there’s not much more I can do at the moment. You said she was heading home?

I said she was in an accident. But apparently, all you can do about it is tell a couple of uniforms to pay attention to their surroundings. For God’s sake, she could be injured or worse.

OK, EJ, right now, I have two fugitives on the loose, armed and dangerous. I’ve got a detective in the hospital with a possible concussion. And yes, I am worried about Nicole, too, but I’m doing triage. And as DA, I would think you’d understand that.

I understand nothing, your cavalier attitude least of all.

I’ll call you if I hear something.

[groans]

[dramatic music] Oh, damn it, Rafe.

[sighs]

Sloan, you are not being rational. You cannot tell Eric the truth about Nicole’s baby.

I have to. I’m stuck.

What do you mean you’re stuck? You just hit one little setback.

Little? A woman I have never met before found out so much crap about me that she won’t let me near her baby. I am radioactive.

Stop.

No. Ever since Eric got Nicole pregnant, I have been twisting myself into some kind of damn pretzel just to try and keep up. Getting pregnant, losing the baby. I’ve been sneaking around, switching test results. And look, and now this. It’s–

Sloan, you are being all doom and gloom here when you are so close to the finish line.

The finish line? I’m surprised someone like me is even allowed in the race. And I can’t keep making things worse with yet again another lie.

OK, this is your disappointment talking. Just take a breath.

No, Melinda, I am done. You don’t get it. I’m done, OK? Eric wants to be a father more than anything else in this world, and that’s already happening… any day now. And he needs to know it.

Yeah, well, you better be prepared for what happens next. Because, honey, when you tell Eric the truth, he will walk out on you so fast, your head will spin, and you will be alone.

I know that spot. It’s pretty remote. Hey, is that a time stamp?

Yeah, I guess that means the last time her location updated was minutes ago.

Hey, hey, maybe her phone died.

Or maybe it was damaged in the crash, which is even worse. She may not even be there anymore.

OK, Holly, listen, I’m headed out right now.

I’m going with you.

No, no, no, somebody needs to stay home, just in case somebody calls.

Yeah, I’ll go with you, OK? You won’t be alone.

All right. I’ll keep in touch, OK?

Please, Eric, please find my mom.

I promise. I promise you.

[door slams]

[baby whimpering]

Oh. It’s a boy.

He is so adorable. That teeny little nose and all those little fingers.

He’s my precious baby. He’s a little miracle.

[baby whimpering]

[crying]

I found this in a shopping bag in your car.

I just bought it, getting prepared.

Good timing, I guess.

I still can’t believe we just did that.

[sighs] I have to say, it is the first time in my life that I felt…important, like I had a purpose, bringing this little angel into the world.

[chuckles]

Well, we certainly did our part, especially you. Now we just have to pray that Rolf hasn’t left without us.

Guys?

What? What? Is the baby OK?

Well, he’s–he’s premature, and he needs to see a doctor right away. I– I need you to get us to the hospital. Please.

We can’t. It’s too risky.

What?

We don’t know how bad your injuries are. I don’t want to move you again.

Well, you have– you have to move me. My baby’s not leaving me.

OK–

[clears throat] OK… the baby needs to see a doctor. He needs to get checked out ASAP, so… I will wait here with Nicole until an ambulance comes back for us.

[dramatic music]

Wait, I’m sorry. You–you want me to deliver the baby to a hospital?

Yes, then we’ll be even, almost.

No, no, no, no, no, no, no. Leo, we cannot split up, not now.

It’s the only way, and you have to be the one to do it. If you put me behind the wheel with that little angel flopping around all over the place, I’m going to be so nervous and distracted, I will for sure crash. OK, listen, I will meet you in the park behind the hospital after the ambulance gets here. Listen, listen, listen, listen, think about all of the karma we are earning, helping Nicole and her little baby. Maybe enough to help us get away forever. The world is going to owe us one, yeah?

[chuckles] You’re crazy. I love you, but you are crazy. And I’m not quite sure I like this whole you-taking-charge business.

Yeah, well, you’re gonna do it, right?

[sighs] I hate you.

Nicole, sweetie, you are… so amazing and brave. And I have newfound respect for you and all women for going through that. But I know that you know I’m right. Little Leo Jr. needs to have all those fingers and toes checked out by a medical professional, meaning…

I can’t.

He will be back in your arms before you know it. You have my word.

Your word.

OK, I know that’s not good for very much, but… we’ve come this far together, haven’t we? And obviously, I want your baby to be OK. And believe it or not, I have feelings for the little guy, having birthed him and all. Please, God, let that feeling pass ASAP.

I’ll second that.

In the meantime…

[sighs]

It’s gonna be OK. It’s gonna be OK. I promise you. OK. OK. OK. OK, little guy.

Careful.

OK, I got him. I got him.

Oh.

OK, OK, OK, OK. Oh. OK, OK, OK, OK, you drive so, so carefully. This is very precious cargo, even more precious than yours truly. OK. Be careful. Hey, Nicole, it’s gonna be OK. We’re a team now. I’m here to take care of you. I got you. OK.

[whimpers]

[sighs]

Thanks, Doc. I told you it wasn’t something minor.

You know, I think the doc made a big deal out of it, a CT scan when I’m feeling totally fine and having to stay overnight for observation.

I am in favor of observation.

But, Rafe–

But nothing, OK? You know, people, when they receive blows like this to the head, sometimes they’ll just collapse, bam, out of nowhere. So I’m glad you’re staying. I will be right back.

Where are you going?

I’m gonna go ask the doctor if there is anything special that you need.

How about you ask him if he can release me?

Oh, news flash: you’re stuck here, OK? Stuck.

[door clicks shut]

[sighs]

No reports of an accident? What do you mean, you don’t usually cover these things? Well, let me make this easy for you. No accident victims have been brought into University Hospital in the past hour. So why don’t you tell your crack team of reporters to get out into the field and do their job? Rafe, any word on Nicole?

I told you I’d let you know if there was.

You need to put more resources on the ground, damn it. This isn’t just any injured person. It is a very pregnant Nicole. So why don’t you press pause on whatever else is taking up your precious time and do something?

You entitled bastard. I was just spending my precious time with one of my detectives who was wounded in the line of duty, which could have been far worse, as she was held with a gun to her head. So right now, I am focused on the son of a bitch who thinks that he can get away with this. And when I do find Von Leuschner, he’s gonna wish that he was never born.

Oh, spare me. You’re dragging your feet because you don’t want to help me or Nicole. The only thing you actually care about is saving your sister from a murder charge.

OK. I’m gonna let that pass right now because you are obviously very upset about Nicole. But you say it one more time, you’re gonna have to prosecute me for assault charges.

Fine, I’ll find Nicole myself, you worthless bureaucrat.

Oh.

[phone rings]

[sighs] Yeah.

Telling Eric the truth about Nicole doesn’t mean it’s over. Well, I’m not gonna tell him the whole truth. I mean, I know I can sell those fake test results as a mix-up from the lab.

That is delusional.

No, Nicole’s married now. Things are different, and he’ll actually get to know his child. Hell, if he wants, he’s entitled to partial custody. Meanwhile, him and I will still be a couple, and I’ll help him raise the kid.

So you do all that, you and Eric, and you live happily ever after? Is that the fantasy?

At least I won’t have to live with this incredible guilt anymore.

Oh, for God’s sake, let go of the guilt. It is corrosive and pointless, and it’ll drive you to settle for a half measure. Is that what you want?

I have made up my mind, Melinda.

Well, then unmake it, damn it, and listen to reason, ’cause you can either screw up your entire life to a fare-thee-well, or you can stick to it and have it all. And you can do it without risking everything. So which will it be?

[engine zooming]

[tires screeching]

[car door slams]

Nicole? Nicole! Hey, are you all right?

It’s you.

Is she all right?

I think so. I hope so. I just didn’t want to move her.

OK. Why were you in the car with her?

Huh?

Well, I didn’t see another car. Did she lose control?

I’m gonna let her fill you in on all the deets after. I’m late to a date.

What? Wait! Why?

Good luck.

OK, all right, listen, I’m gonna call an ambulance.

Eric. Eric, wait.

What? I know, I know. Just breathe.

Listen.

Take it easy, all right? I’m here now.

Something happened, and this isn’t about the accident. Something else happened. I had the baby.

I was so hoping her car would be out front when we got back and I’d help her unpack and she’d be on my case about homework.

Hey, hey, she could still be on her way, OK? Just try to stay positive, all right?

[dramatic music]

It’s still stuck at the same location. Could mean everything, or it could mean nothing. She could literally be anywhere, in the hospital or… God knows where.

It’s OK. You’re gonna be OK.

[sighs]

God, you cannot believe the conversation that I just had with EJ. Jada, where did you go?

Dimitri? And he’s the one worried about missing Rolf’s yellow submarine. Dimitri, where are you?

I’d like to know that too. You know, all arrests should be this easy.

So the accident, it brought on the labor? You had a baby right here.

Yes, right here.

OK, so, all right, where’s the–where’s the baby?

Uh…

You just don’t understand that if I don’t do this, I won’t be able to live with myself. Eric has a baby that’s about to be born, and I love him too much to keep that from him. It would be different if I had a baby to give him. I just–I don’t. I don’t, and I never will.

Wow, when you make up your mind about something.

I know what I have to do, and I’m gonna do it now. I’m gonna find Eric, and I’m gonna tell him the truth.

[sighs]

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[in German accent] Ah, it appears the sub is ready and waiting.

Oh. Well, then what are we waiting for? Let’s blow this pop stand. Ready?

[tense music]

Hey, guys. Thank you for opening the door. You saved me from knocking or having to get a no-knock warrant. Leo Stark and Dimitri Von Leuschner, you are under arrest.

[chuckles]

EJ.

Hey, little brother.

Hey. How are you doing?

Good. Surprised to see you out and about.

Isn’t today your first day as Salem’s new DA? Shouldn’t you be hunkered down somewhere, seeking justice?

Oh, I don’t need to be hunkered down to do that. And, actually, a very satisfying first day it’s been, ,::, having just shipped Gabi off to Statesville, which is exactly what she deserved in her role at ousting me from DiMera.

Oh, and here I thought that she went away for killing Li Shin.

That too. And even though it doesn’t get me my CEO position back, it was exceedingly gratifying, separating our bastard brother from his homicidal wife.

If you say so.

I do say so. But, hopefully on a happier note, how are things going between you and Stephanie?

[soft dramatic music]

Surprised? I was stunned. I mean, Everett showing up in Salem after all this time, after he completely ghosted me?

[knocking at door] Well, yeah, I’m glad that he recovered from a coma of all things. Yes, I made it very clear that I’m with Chad now, and you know I have no trouble setting boundaries.

[soft dramatic music]

Morning, gorgeous.

All right. Two orders, clam chowder.

Thank you, Roman.

Since when did EJ become a fan of Brady home cooking?

Oh, he’s not. Nope, these bad boys are for me. I am craving this soup like crazy. I don’t know. I guess this little one really has a taste for it.

Well, in that case, it’s on the house.

No, no, no.

No, no, are you kidding me? My pleasure. Consider it a wedding gift.

Thank you.

And speaking of weddings, quite a coincidence, right? You and Eric getting married on the same day?

What? Eric got married too?

[scoffs]

Mm.

Ahh.

God, Eric, I just can’t believe it. I can’t believe I’m officially Mrs. Eric Brady.

[chuckles]

Oh, lucky, lucky me.

No, I’m the lucky one.

Do you need me to show you again just how lucky?

I definitely do. By the way, the pizza guy is going to be here any minute.

Oh, right.

[knocking at door]

And there he is.

Hey.

Oh.

[laughs]

I intercepted your delivery guy, so now I’m here to deliver two things– a pizza and an important message.

What’s that?

Congratulations. You two are having a baby.

[gentle music]

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

Oh, my God. Oh, my God. This is the best news.

[laughing]

[Sloan squeals]

Oh, my God. We’re so grateful. I just–I have, like, , questions. I mean–

No, no, me, too. Do we know if it’s a boy or a girl?

Well, I figured you might want to know that. So if you’ll indulge me, I put together a little gender reveal bag. You ready?

Yes!

Okay. Ta-da. It’s a boy, and here is his first comfort stuffie.

Oh, God, this is so cute. Melinda, Melinda, thank you so much. No, really! Eric, it’s a boy.

I know. I heard. I just can’t say thank you enough.

Oh!

Mm, I don’t believe it. You’re going to be a mom, and I’m– I’m finally going to be a father.

[laughing]

Uh, Nicole, I am so sorry. I–I thought you knew Sloan and Eric had tied the knot.

Well, I mean, I knew they were planning to. Eric and I ran into each other, and we had a lovely conversation. And I told him that I was getting married to EJ that day, and he didn’t mention that he was going to marry Sloan. It’s kind of weird, isn’t it? For him not to tell me?

Well, from what I understand, it was sort of a, uh, spontaneous decision.

Whoa, wait a minute. Are you telling me Eric rushed out to marry Sloan after I told him I was marrying EJ?

[sighs]

Yeah, yeah, things with Stephanie are okay. Yeah. She says she’s sorry for missing the wedding. She had to work.

That’s fine. So, um, the problems you two were having, I assume they’ve been resolved? The difficulty you had on moving on from Abigail.

[smacks lips] Actu–

[clears throat] No, not resolved.

I’m sorry to hear that.

And–and now there’s this new problem.

What is that?

This guy from Stephanie’s past showed up, someone who she was deeply involved with– serious relationship.

So do you think that this other guy might have the potential of getting between you?

I wish I could say no. Before, I could have. But I don’t know. Now with these issues that we’re having around– around my devotion to Abigail, yeah, I think it’s possible, unfortunately.

Mom, I’m going to need to call you back. Love you too.

Oh, you didn’t have to hang up. I could have– I could have waited.

Oh, it’s all right. So what are you doing here?

[laughs nervously]

[clears throat] I’m here to bring you your daily dose of pumpkin spiced latte.

That is really nice of you. But, Everett, you can’t just show up at my door– Chad’s and my door– unannounced.

Right, yeah, I get that. Okay, so full disclosure, besides the latte, I actually– I have a question for you. It’s business related, not personal.

Business related?

Yeah. Man. I feel like I’ve just walked into a barrel of snakes, and I really need your help.

[soft dramatic music]

Oh, God. This is just like my nightmare from the other night, except in the dream you and I were both naked and in bed.

Shut up.

How did you find us?

Well, someone saw you two amateurs at the convenience store on the corner buying snacks.

Just one snack, singular– flaming hot cheese puffs. I’m addicted to them. Oh, God, who knew they’d be my undoing?

Okay, you know, enough of this nonsense. I need you both on the ground now.

And what if we don’t?

[tense music]

Yeah, he’s this guy from Seattle, Everett Lynch. And, you know, him and Stephanie were dating for a while. It was pretty serious. He got hit by a car. He was in a coma.

Good Lord, that’s dramatic.

You could say that.

So he’s fully recovered from his injuries, I assume, and just showed up here in Salem.

Yep, and hoping to pick up with Stephanie right where they left off.

Well, a barrel of snakes. That sounds horrible.

Yeah, I don’t mean to burden you with all this, but I don’t have anybody else I can vent to. It’s about this editor-in-chief job. I may have bitten off more than I can chew.

Okay.

I mean, I know I’m still getting my bearings, but it really seems like “The Spectator” is in huge, huge trouble.

Why? What are you talking about?

It’s just– it’s chaos, you know? I have people banging down my door, complaining. I have department heads threatening to quit. It’s like rats leaving a sinking ship.

Ooh, boy.

[clears throat] I’d heard rumors, but I didn’t realize that it was that bad.

It is. It is. And it’s a shame, you know, because from what I heard, “The Spectator” under Jack and Jennifer Deveraux was a Salem institution.

Yeah, and known for its journalistic integrity.

Right, but from what I’m beginning to understand, more recent events have given that reputation a black eye, if you will.

Yeah, well, the paper was stolen by Gwen Rizczech, Jack Deveraux’s long-lost daughter, and now it’s being run by Xander Cook, a known criminal.

A known criminal.

Mm-hmm.

Right. Right. Okay. Okay, things I wish I had known before I took the gig.

Yeah, it does sound like a mess.

And to make matters worse, I just found out that the paper’s star gossip columnist has blown town and is on the run with a would-be murderer.

If we rush her, she can’t hit us both.

Try me.

And why would shooting even one of us be an acceptable outcome?

Darling, whose side are you on?

I’m on the side of people who don’t want to be shot.

Fair enough, but I am not going back to prison, Leo.

You don’t have a choice. I have backup on the way, and you may have gotten away from me on Halloween–

Pretty clever, weren’t we? Dressed as ghosts, blending into the crowd as we snuck into the Salem Inn.

Yes, and who was the amateur then, officer?

I would stop talking if I were you, because I’m bringing you both in, dead or alive.

[tense music]

Yeah, well, I– I thought Eric’s wedding was a little too fast, too, but I don’t know. I guess, if you know who you want to be with, why wait, right?

I guess so.

And, hey, you and EJ didn’t exactly have a long engagement either.

True, but we were also married twice.

Yeah, well, regardless of all that, I’m just glad to hear that you and Eric are friendly these days. With that baby on the way, the less stress in your life, the better.

Well, you are right. But it is going to be a challenge to be stress-free for a long time, since this baby is coming in a few weeks. Oh, yes, and you know what? Another thing that EJ and I have in common with Sloan and Eric, aside from the same wedding anniversary.

Oh, you mean that Sloan and Eric are going to have a baby, too, assuming the adoption process goes smoothly.

Right. Well, here’s to Sloan and Eric welcoming a new baby into their family soon.

[laughing]

We’ve got to get clothes, a crib, a stroller– a stroller, and a swing. We’ve got to get a swing, right? And I need a car seat, and I’ve got to baby proof this entire place.

And–

First–

We’ve got to think of a name.

Name, yes, yes. Hey, got to get–

Where are you going?

Well, I’ve got a lot of things to do, right? I’ve got to go shopping for our little boy. But, oh, you probably want to come too, right?

No, you go ahead. I’ll meet up with you. I don’t want to bail on Melinda.

No. Don’t, don’t, don’t. You two, you share the pizza, and I’ll be right back.

Okay, have fun.

I will. Mm. Thank you for everything– making this happen. I just–

Oh, oh.

Oh, ah, goodness gracious, we’re going to have a boy. We’re having a boy.

[tense music]

[chuckles]

What is it? Melinda, something’s wrong. What is it? I can tell on your face.

Well, there’s something I didn’t want to say in front of Eric.

Is there a problem with our baby?

Are there complications with the pregnancy?

Oh, no, nothing like that, but there are other complications.

Such as?

The baby was promised to someone else.

What?

Okay, another family has a contract to adopt the baby. But I don’t have to tell you that there’s always a way to break a contract.

[tense music]

Oh, my God, Melinda, what did you do now?

I haven’t done it yet. I was waiting for your approval, but I will have to pay off the other lawyer who’s representing the other family.

Oh, my God.

[scoffs] If we get the child and then the family finds us, I mean, they can fight us for custody. This is–Eric– Eric’s never going to be okay with this.

Eric doesn’t have to know, does he? It’s not like you don’t have other secrets from your husband.

Oh, hey, what a coincidence. I was just talking about you.

All good, I hope?

Yeah, of course. What’s this?

Oh, it’s a–

Oh, a wooden baby gym.

[chuckles]

It said “easy to assemble.”

Oh, does that mean–

Oh, yeah, yeah, it does. A baby boy was found for Sloan and me to adopt.

[soft dramatic music]

So it’s– it’s obvious, you know, that the paper has this massive PR problem, and that’s why I’m here, because I know that you are just the woman to fix it.

Well, I’m– I’m flattered you think so. But as much as I would love to help, my plate is already pretty full.

Right. Right, yeah, totally. Okay, I’m just going to go ahead and admit I’m a little desperate here. I don’t know what I’m going to do if this paper goes belly up. This is not your problem, but I just have to start paying my medical bills from the accident. And if I– if I lose this job, then–

Okay, okay.

Okay, okay. Like, okay?

Yes, yes.

Yes? You’ll take the job?

Only if you promise to be respectful of our relationship and you respect my boundaries.

Yes, absolutely. I can do that, and I will. I know that you’re in a relationship now, and I respect that.

Thank you.

And, honestly, I– I hope things are going better with you and Chad, I mean. Have you guys worked out your problems?

[tense music]

So this Everett character is still interested in Stephanie?

Yeah. I mean, it’s obvious. It’s the way that he was looking at her. And when I asked him who he was, he said that he was her boyfriend.

You’re kidding me.

No. I mean, it was a blurt, or at least he claimed it was. And he acted all embarrassed about it.

Uh-huh.

You know, but I think that it was just his passive-aggressive way of trying to push me aside, stake his claim.

And how did Stephanie react?

She was quiet. I have no idea what she was thinking. But before I introduced myself, I saw them in the park, and they were hugging. And then the night before, he stopped by the apartment. That was the first time that they had talked, and she conveniently forgot to tell me about that part.

And that isn’t like her, I take it?

No, not at all. I think she’s stepping back from our relationship.

And you think this other guy could potentially step in?

I don’t know what to think, EJ.

Well, I can tell you what I think.

No, no, no, shut up. I don’t want to know what you think. No offense, but the last time that you offered your advice was when Alex was trying to come between me and Stephanie, and it blew up in my face. So, no, why don’t you just tell me to be a caveman or whatever the hell?

Actually, I was thinking quite the opposite. I was thinking that maybe you need to try a less direct approach.

Like what?

You say this Everett guy is using his job as an excuse to hang around in Salem. So what if “The Spectator” suddenly was under new ownership, and he was relieved of his position?

[pensive music]

So you’re saying… I should buy “The Spectator.”

Are you being such a meanie because of my Lady Whistleblower column, the one about you canoodling with the commish? Because I have to say, the two of you make a very cute couple.

Enough talking. Both of you get over there– you and your boyfriend– and put your hands where I can see them.

Ooh, someone’s got a dirty mind.

Yeah, looks like you’re right about that. Rawr, rawr.

Stark, cuff this big boy’s hands behind his back.

Why should I? I’m not going to help you.

Sure, you are. You’re on the side of no one getting shot, remember?

Oh, damn it. Yes, now that you mention it, I do recall my having established that.

[tense music]

What’s the problem?

Well, this big boy has unusually large wrists, amongst other things.

Fine. We’ll use the zip ties.

Ahh!

[gunshot]

Hey, no worries, okay? The attorney is going to convince the other family that the adoption fell through.

But how?

Well, I didn’t ask for details, and neither should you, so we’ll both have plausible deniability. And as I said, we’ll have to compensate the lawyer that helped us out. So if money is the issue, then I–

It isn’t. It isn’t about money. I’d pay anything to have a baby. It’s the fact, I– I don’t feel great about taking a child that’s supposed to go to someone.

Well, I told the lawyer that I had to run all this past you before closing the deal, and he understood, of course. But he also made it clear that we had to come to a decision quickly, and he’s waiting for my call. But, look, if you want, I will tell him that you don’t want to do it. But you should also know that you and Eric might have to wait a very long time before you get another chance like this– a chance to be loving parents to a beautiful baby boy.

Wow, I can’t believe Melinda found you a baby so fast. I mean, I heard adoption can be really complicated and sometimes take years.

Yeah, it does. Well, we feel very fortunate. How are you? I mean, how are you feeling?

Oh, I– I’d say I feel fortunate, but that doesn’t even cover it. I mean, after everything that I’ve been through, the disappointments and the heartbreaks and now with my baby being due just a few weeks away, I feel– I feel beyond fortunate. I feel like this is a miracle, actually.

Yeah, it really is. So do you know if you’re having a boy or a girl?

No, EJ and I want to be surprised.

Oh, and speaking of surprises, you getting married to Sloan right after I told you that–

About you and EJ. Listen, if you think running off with Sloan to get married was a reaction to hearing about you and EJ…

[gentle music] You’re right.

It’s an open secret that the newspaper is in trouble. Xander Cook is more invested in a paternity claim than remaining a member of the fourth estate. He’s also low on funds after being cut from Victor’s will.

So you think–

I think you should make a generous and anonymous offer, and he would jump at it. That way, you could fire this Everett guy, forcing him to seek work elsewhere, and Stephanie would be none the wiser.

[tense music]

Look, Chad and I– like all couples, we have our issues. But–but, Everett, this is exactly what I’m talking about. That is my personal life. And this, if we do this, is strictly business.

I get it. I do. And, look, you– you know how I feel about you. That hasn’t changed. I’ve been honest about that. But I will absolutely respect your boundaries.

All right, then. So you get that my relationship with Chad is off-limits for discussion?

%. %. I’m sorry I– I even asked if you guys had worked things out. That was out of line. So your problems, none of my damn business. How about we start talking about my problems and fix those?

Okay, that sounds good. Why don’t we start by talking about Leo Stark?

Damn it, Dimitri! I told you I have backup coming.

I remember perfectly well what you told me. I didn’t believe you then, and I don’t believe you now. If it were true, they’d already be here.

You don’t know what you’re talking about.

Oh, I think I do. When you opened that door, you were surprised to see us, yes? So, no, there is no backup coming.

They are coming, and someone heard my gun go off.

Oh, my God, she’s right. We have got to get out of here now.

Oh, Detective, you made a horrible mistake discharging your weapon. Now we’re just going to have to take you as a hostage. Throw Leo your car keys now! Slowly. That’s a good detective.

[suspenseful music]

[keys clank]

Mm, memories of middle school gym class.

[sighs] Can we even take her with us? Is there room?

Shoot, no, actually, there isn’t room. We can’t just leave her here. She knows that we’re getting away. I guess we only have one choice. We’re just going to have to kill her.

You don’t need to do this.

Shut up! Shut up! Just turn around and put your hands on your head.

[suspenseful music]

Dimitri, you know I love you, and I hate to take sides against you, but I completely agree with her.

I really don’t see any other option.

There have to be some, at least one or two.

Please enlighten me.

I’m not sure yet. Listen to me. We have had this conversation before. You are not a killer. At least not anymore, okay? Maybe before we met, you were a ruthless sociopath, hell-bent on world domination. But I like to think I brought out your gentler, softer side. Dimitri! Look, I love you. If you do this and get caught, they will take your life. And then I will have no reason to live. Oh.

Ahh!

[thud]

[heavy breathing] I love you too. Grab your bags. Let’s go. Come on!

So the way I see it is that my biggest problem is this Lady Whistleblower situation, right? So I’m thinking we draft a statement. We say that Leo Stark is no longer with the paper. We put some distance between us and this crazy criminal.

And, see, that is why you need me because that is exactly what you should not do.

[quirky music]

It’s an interesting idea, buying “The Spectator.”

It’s a bold choice, and one I think you should consider.

Yeah, but then, I don’t know. Then again, maybe I’m just overreacting. I mean, I trust Stephanie, and she’s never had a problem setting boundaries. I mean, Everett obviously cares what Stephanie thinks about him, so maybe–maybe he will respect our relationship and stay away from her, you know? He’s not going to want to piss her off.

[tense music] You know, I got to go. Goodbye, EJ.

Take care, Chad. Oh, little brother, the guy who comes all the way to Salem, who blurts that he’s Stephanie’s boyfriend, and you trust that boundaries will be respected. That is a serious case of wishful thinking.

Oh, so you did rush into marrying Sloan in reaction to my getting married to EJ?

Yeah. Yeah, I did, because it was a little tough for me to hear you were about to become EJ’s wife. So– so I thought it was time for me to do something bold and just–and get married.

Right, okay.

Listen, Nicole, we’ve done the whole “pretend we don’t have feelings for each other” for a long time. But the truth is, we’ll always have feelings for each other.

[soft dramatic music]

You’re right. Well, congratulations on getting married to Sloan and on your new baby.

Hey, congratulations to your marriage to EJ. I really do– I really do look forward to meeting your baby.

No, no, I don’t– I don’t want to wait. I want the baby. And I don’t want Eric to have to wait another day to be a father.

You made the right choice, Sloan. And when you see the man you love holding your son, that guilt you feel about how this all came about will disappear.

[tense music]

I hope you’re right.

I know I am. And think about it, you’ve kept Eric from knowing that Nicole was carrying his child, and now you’re just making up for it.

[loud exhale] Yeah, that’s what I’m doing. So call the lawyer and… yeah, we’ll do anything we can to make that baby boy our own.

Hey, son, what’s this?

This is a soon-to-be-assembled wooden baby gym.

Does that mean what I think it means?

Sloan and I found a baby to adopt, and that means we’re going to be bringing home your new grandson any day now.

Congratulations.

I can’t wait to meet my son.

It’ll be wonderful. You’ll see.

[tapping phone screen]

[phone beeps] Hello, this is Melinda Trask. What? And that’s final? No, I understand. No, there’s no reason for us to talk again.

[phone beeps]

Melinda, what happened?

I’m–Sloan, I’m so sorry. I’m afraid you lost the baby.

[tense music]

[phone beeps]

Would you get that for me, my love?

Oh, no, it’s from Rolf. He says the sub can’t stay surfaced much longer. They’re leaving soon, with or without us.

Don’t worry. I’ll get us there in time.

[engine revs]

So here are your numbers before and after Lady Whistleblower started writing the gossip column. You can see how popular it got.

Yes.

The difference in circulation after it began is huge.

Right.

And here’s some polling that shows how Leo Stark’s current situation is viewed.

Mm-hmm.

People don’t see him as a criminal. They see him as a folk hero, which is great for you. You just need to tell the story.

A story, yes, but I guess– I don’t know. This editorial stuff is a little out of my wheelhouse. I’m a newspaper man. I’m used to dealing in facts.

Of course, but you’re also a businessman now.

Right.

And to stay in business, you’re going to have to keep people reading.

Mm-hmm.

So to keep your online subscribers happy, which you have to do because they’re the ones driving your ad revenue, you’ve got to give them what they want.

Yeah, but, I mean, he really is a criminal.

Well, you can’t think of it that way.

Okay.

We need to write a statement backing Lady Whistleblower, one that says that you see him or her as Leo’s fans see him or her, and that is someone who is sympathetic, someone who would do anything for love.

Yeah, I get that. I can relate to that.

Chad, hey.

Hey.

Um, I was just leaving.

He was just over because SJPR is going to be doing some PR work for “The Spectator.”

I’m so grateful for your help, Stephanie, and I’ll talk to you tomorrow.

Yeah, yeah, see you.

See ya.

[dramatic music]

[breathing heavily]

[phone beeps]

[line ringing]

Rafe, I need your help. I found Dimitri and Leo. No, they got the drop on me. I think they took my car.

Babe, I know we have to get to the dock, but you’re driving too fast. The roads are slick.

I am not missing that submarine.

Well, we’re definitely going to miss it if we get into an accident.

Hello, darling. I just got home. Where are you?

I’m driving on my way to you. EJ…

What is it?

I love you, and I am so happy I’m having this baby with you.

Dimitri, look out! You’re sliding into the other lane.

Damn it, Leo! I can’t control it!

I’ll be home soon. EJ, oh, my God!

[tires screeching]

Nicole. Nicole!

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Ah, just the way you like it– three sugars and one of those tiny, probably expired half and half creamers.

Thank you.

While I was waiting for the coffee to heat up, I was kvelling over these photos of us we had taken in that booth at the Horton Town Scare. Frame-worthy, in my opinion– very flattering pictures of both of us.

Yes. You know, I have always said that I look my very best with a sheet over my head.

Well, even though you cannot see your amazingly beautiful face, you can still see your gorgeous, brown, almond eyes.

And the sheer panic in yours.

Yeah, it was pretty terrifying trying to make our way back here.

[chuckles]

But you know what, these photos will always remind us of what we did for love.

Right.

What were you looking at when I came in?

Something very, very interesting indeed.

Oh? Good interesting?

Definitely good. ,::, It appears that my sweet Aunt Gabi spent the night in the slammer after being arrested for murdering Li Shin.

[suspenseful music]

[door opens]

Hey. Hey, how are you feeling? I made you some tea.

No, thanks. Actually, I could probably let it steep a little bit longer since I’m not going into work.

Yeah, it must be pretty complicated with your boss being Gabi’s brother.

Okay, well, we’ll keep that in mind. Apparently, someone saw Leo and Dimitri skinny dipping in the park fountain this morning, but I’m guessing even Leo wouldn’t be that brazen.

If it wasn’t so cold, I might actually believe you. Any real leads or just these Bigfoot stories?

Nothing yet. Harris is out there beating the bush while I’m handling things here.

What about the forensics report on the knife?

Just got it here. So on the knife, Gabi’s prints were found on it, of course, as expected.

Well, yeah. Anything else?

Yes, it says here that her prints were not the only ones found.

Okay.

Hey. I brought you your favorite. Hazelnut latte, cinnamon scone.

My hero.

You’re not hungry? Starved, actually. I was just thinking I probably shouldn’t get used to Sweet Bits.

Hey, come on. Don’t think like that. You’re innocent. And Belle is the best damn attorney this state has ever seen. There is no way she’s gonna let you get convicted.

I know. I know she’s doing the best she can. But I just don’t think it’s gonna be enough, not with EJ as the new DA. I mean, he came in here last night with that imperious smirk on his face. I knew I was screwed.

[chuckles] Oh, you’d better believe it. That money-grasping little shrew should have thought twice before crossing me.

Well, well, well. Just the man I was looking for. I’ve come to talk to the newly minted DA.

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

Belle, I’ve been meaning to have a tête-à-tête with you. How are you holding up?

Holding up?

I heard that Shawn has left Salem, and I can only imagine how painful that is for you.

I’m fine. Thank you. I’m actually here to discuss business.

Oh? And what business would that be?

Well, I’ll be representing your sister-in-law, Gabriella DiMera.

Ah.

Hey, you don’t need to be thinking about EJ right now.

How can you say that? We just ousted him from DiMera, and now he’s the district attorney. I mean, if he wants to exact his revenge, yeah, he’s got a pretty surefire way to get it.

Okay. Is EJ gonna want retribution? Absolutely. But he’s no Michael Corleone. He’s chosen the law to wield his power. In other words, he’s bound by its limits. Now, in order to convict you, EJ’s gonna need proof beyond a reasonable doubt. And since you didn’t kill Li Shin, there’s no proof that you did.

[suspenseful music] Hey. The Salem PD, and let me remind you, that includes your brother, they will find who really killed Li Shin.

Someone else’s prints are on the knife?

Well, according to the report, there’s a positive print consistent with a hand larger than the one belonging to Gabriella DiMera. Oh.

What?

It’s Li Shin.

Oh.

Well, that jives with Wendy Shin’s statement that the weapon was one of their kitchen knives. She’d seen him earlier that evening when she came home from work and found him cooking dinner.

They didn’t find any other prints?

No–other than the ones that Wendy gave us to rule her out, none.

Well, it’s not looking good for Gabi.

I am plotzing over how juicy this Gabi story is. Get this– the woman double-crosses her gorgeous ex-husband and then murders him? Ah. This could have been Lady Whistleblower’s moment to pivot into that esteemed Truman Capote territory. Imagine me, martini in hand, yukking it up with the Park Avenue intelligentsia, the toast of the town. Oh, but alas, she is forced to watch from the sidelines, derelict in her duty.

All because of me.

If I hadn’t tried to fix the Gabi-Stefan problem, we would never be in this mess, and I am still so very sorry, Leo.

I know you are. But listen to me, Butch Cassidy, I will always be your Sundance Kid. And lucky for you, the universe did your bidding for you. Think about it: Gabi DiMera is facing God knows how many years in prison, her crestfallen beau, Stefan, blowing kisses to her through a jammed packed courthouse? What fate could be worse than that?

Uh, I don’t know, Leo. Look around–we’re fugitives holed up in this dingy motel room with cold water dribbling out of a shower head and a TV that only plays one infomercial, some sad woman hawking some cut-rate medallion. I swear, if we don’t get in touch with my mother and fast, I fear that this may very well become the days of our lives.

Okay, first off, that infomercial lady is a gay icon waiting to be discovered. And secondly– Hold the phone. Let’s not say au revoir to our Parisian vacay just yet.

What? What? What is it?

“Ms. DiMera led Mr. Shin to believe she’d been kidnapped “with the help of one…

[clears throat]

[in German accent] Dr. Wilhelm Rolf.”

[laughs]

Did you just say Rolf?

Uh-huh.

[both laugh]

Did you hear that, you hunky little doomsayer? Rolf is in Salem. We’re saved. No more playing amateur chemist/barista with this swill.

Darling, as much as I would love to upgrade us to a frothy cappuccino at a bijou café, I’m not quite sure that this news necessarily translates to a one-way ticket out of here.

What are you talking about? It says right here, Rolf was in Salem yesterday.

Yes, exactly. hours ago. Let’s not forget that Rolf is a wanted man, so unless he’s just wandering the corridors of some underground laboratory with a shrunken head, I’d say it’s safe to say that he’s already gone.

You’re probably right.

[knock at door] Oh, my God. What if it’s the police?

Mr. Von Leuschner? There’s no need to fear. It is I, Dr. Wilhelm Rolf.

[suspenseful music]

What about Melinda Trask?

Melinda Trask? Gabi, no. She wouldn’t. There’s no–

Wouldn’t she? I mean, crime of passion. I mean, she knows her way around the legal system like a London cab driver.

I don’t think–

No? Any news?

Any other suspects?

We just got back the forensics report on the knife.

Any prints?

Besides mine?

I can’t get into specifics, but so far, there’s nothing that clears you.

Oh, my God. You guys, I cannot go back to prison. Arianna, this is gonna break her heart. We were supposed to have a visit this month.

Hey, don’t go there. Don’t think about that right now. It is still very early on in the investigation. There’s still a lot of work to be done, right? Fingerprints to be swabbed, DNA to be processed, questionable alibis, right?

Yeah. Yeah. We’re working on that, actually, right now, trying to figure out exactly what happened. But unfortunately, there’s still no strong suspect for the murder of Li.

No one except me.

Ah, yes, I did hear that Gabi has retained you, but let me tell you something, barrister to barrister. This case, it’s open and shut, a loser. Your client is obviously guilty.

Well, you’ll just have to understand if I don’t take your word for it.

Because I’m prosecuting? Believe me, Belle, I am just trying to save you the blood, sweat, and tears of investing in this total waste of time. Because of the mountains of evidence stacked against Gabi, there’s no jury in their right mind who would vote not guilty. And of course, regardless of evidence, as a servant of the people of Salem, I will prosecute any defendant to the fullest extent of the law.

Wow, well, thank you for that very lawyerly sermon, but I’m not actually here to discuss your professional duties.

Oh, then why are you here? Unless you’ve heard about my recent nuptials? Did you bring me a gift?

[chuckles] Hardly. I’m actually here to discuss your very personal grudge against my client.

Rafe’s a good man, but he does love his sister, and he’s going to do everything he can to try to clear her, even though from where I’m standing, from where anyone’s standing, she looks mighty guilty.

[apprehensive music] You know, I can still see her standing there… Over Li’s body, the knife in her hand.

I’m so sorry that you had to see that.

Me too. But then when you realized that Li was still alive in the hospital, you know, I was hoping against hope that somehow he’d make it… And then I wouldn’t have– oh, my God. I still haven’t told my father. I need to call him. But it’s–it’s in the middle of the night in Hong Kong. Maybe I should wait.

Didn’t you tell me your dad keeps crazy hours? He does, but–

Wen. I know that this is the last thing you wanna do, but Li’s death has already hit the local news, and it’s only a matter of time before it’s on newsfeeds all across social media, okay? You don’t want your dad to find out about it that way, do you?

No, but– Tripp, how am I going to tell him?

You don’t have to do it alone, okay? I’m here.

[phone beeps]

Hello, Father.

Father, please listen. I have something important to tell you. No, it’s not about the new job. It’s about Li. No, it has nothing to do with the shares. Will you just listen to me, please? No, of course. I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to yell. I just– I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed. I can’t do this.

Mr. Shin, this is Tripp Johnson. That’s right, Wendy’s young man. Um…

[clears throat] Listen, I hate to be the bearer of awful news, but, uh, Mr. Shin, your son has died.

[somber music]

All right, look, just because there was no evidence found on the murder weapon doesn’t mean that evidence doesn’t exist out there. I mean, the killer had to have left something behind, be it shoe prints, security camera footage, something. I mean, you guys are working on that, right?

Yeah, we’re working on that right now.

I know. I know that you are. But the evidence is not gonna matter, not as long as EJ is the one that’s prosecuting me. Now that this opportunity fell onto his lap, he’s gonna do everything he can to make this into a show trial to punish me for what we did to him.

Okay, Gabi, yes, EJ is hell-bent on revenge, and that is why we cannot give up. Now, Belle seems to believe that we can use EJ’s personal vendetta against him. We can make a very strong case for a conflict of interest, which will result in the charges being dropped and the case dismissed.

Really?

Really.

[apprehensive music] That’s why she didn’t come with me this morning. She’s talking to EJ right now.

Do you think I’m prosecuting Gabi out of some personal animus?

Oh, I don’t just think it. You see, I just had a conversation with Stefan and Gabi, and they let me know that they are now in possession of all of your DiMera shares, and I know you didn’t like that. And so now you’re using your new professional position as DA to exact revenge on them, which also makes a mockery of our judicial system. And you know what, EJ, that really pisses me off.

Belle. Belle, you wound me. Mayor Price offered me the DA’s office long before I had any inkling that Gabi had been arrested. And if you’re so convinced that I’m engaged in some kind of witch hunt, how do you explain the rather compelling evidence against her?

What evidence?

Must I enumerate it? The victim’s sister discovered Gabi standing over him holding onto a knife covered in his blood. Not to mention, two eyewitnesses overheard Gabi and her husband…

Your brother.

Discussing destroying said evidence.

Hmm, is that it?

[tense music]

That’s quite enough, I think, wouldn’t you say?

I would think it’s enough if it wasn’t completely circumstantial and totally refutable.

Come now, Belle.

Because my client told me when she found Li Shin, he had already been stabbed, and she actually took that knife right out of him in an effort to save his life.

[laughing]

Oh, maybe next time Gabi so casually wanders in on a murder victim, she ought to call the police right away, because from both a medical and legal standpoint, that– that was a big mistake.

Well, either way, it’s hardly a smoking gun.

Well, bloody knife.

You know, EJ, you may be smug as hell and imperious, but you’re no idiot, and I know that. And we both know that you don’t have enough evidence for a murder conviction, so if you have any interest in not making a complete embarrassment of yourself with your very first case, I would suggest you drop the charges right now.

Doctor, thank God you’re here.

I got word that you were trying to track me down.

But how?

[gasps] Was it the cleaning lady? The weird-looking one who I’m pretty sure stole my boba tea punch card? Is she keeping tabs on us?

The truth is, I simply connected my geolocator to the nearest cell tower.

You know, it doesn’t matter. The important thing is that you’re here now, Doctor, and I’m assuming that you’re not planning to stick around Salem for long, so I’d like to humbly request that when you do leave, you’ll be taking us with you. I assure you, my mother will take care of all of the necessary accommodations.

You know, Dimitri, your mother was very disappointed when you lost the inheritance promised in the von Leuschner codicil. After she took a rather sudden leave from Salem, she comforted herself with the knowledge that she would be set up for life, said it would be easy for her. She was counting on you, her beloved son, to claim that fortune, only to see you bungled the entire operation by falling in love.

So does that mean you won’t be helping us?

As I said, your mother was none too happy when you lost your claim to the von Leuschner fortune. It was, after all, a pretty penny. And yet, despite her crushing disappointment, you are her son. And as such, she is, of course, willing to help you.

Oh, thank God. You had me shook there for a second, Dr. Strangelove.

I’m glad to know that I can always count on my mother.

Your mother, she’s got a big heart. She would do anything for her family. And Dimitri, her one and only son, is family to her, of course.

Of course. And Leo here is family to me, good doctor.

Ah, but not to your mother.

What are you trying to say?

I’m trying to say that Mother Megan would be more than happy to aid and abet your escape, so long as you don’t bring your plus-one.

[suspenseful music]

Rafe just updated me on the forensics. Gabi, I’m so sorry. I really wish that would have been better news.

Yeah, you and me both. So what happened with EJ?

Yeah, any success talking some sense into my thick-skulled brother?

I’m afraid not. I tried to, but he refused to drop the charges.

Can’t say I’m surprised. He’s got me right where he wants me, why would he give that up?

Okay, this is a setback, nothing more. All right, so here’s what we’re gonna do. We’re gonna go to your arraignment, right, we’re gonna pay your bail. And you’re gonna come home, and you’re gonna spend the night in your bed, our bed, right next to me. Okay?

Actually, that might not be possible.

Why?

Because EJ made it very clear that he’s gonna ask the judge to deny your bail.

Wait, why would he do that?

Well, considering that your husband’s family owns a private jet, I think he’s gonna make the case that you’re a flight risk.

My husband’s family, are you kidding me? EJ is a card-carrying member of that family.

And I don’t think that the irony is lost on him, but that’s not gonna deter him, because EJ is a man on a mission, and he has every intention of throwing the book at you.

Of course, Mr. Shin, Wendy will be in touch. And again, I’m so sorry for your loss.

Thank you.

[apprehensive music] I don’t know why, it’s just– the words, I couldn’t say them.

Your father knows now. That’s all that matters. How did he take it?

Well, he seemed pretty stoic.

That’s my father. Don’t show your feelings ever. Not even if your son has died.

In his defense, I’m not sure he was feeling anything. It sounded more like, uh…

Like what?

Like he was in shock. He couldn’t believe it happened.

I know the feeling.

[crying]

Dr. Rolf, I’m afraid you’re just gonna have to find another seat on the sub, because Leo and I are a packaged deal.

I’m sorry, Dimitri, but your mother was quite clear in her instructions. I’m to bring you and only you. She’ll be very displeased at the sight of this riff-raff.

[gasps] I’m riff-raff? Well, I will have you know, I took an online German course so I could watch “Das Boot” without the subtitles. Great film, by the way. So halt dee schnauze and leck mich am arsch!

Yeah. Yeah. What he said. So you just let me deal with my mother, just make sure that that sub is ready and waiting.

Very well.

[suspenseful music]

Well, that may have been the most romantic thing I’ve ever seen. It’s like if “Casablanca” took place on Fire Island.

Well, the funniest, sweetest, smartest, most fashionable man that I have ever met is leaving Salem behind for me. It’s probably the least that I can do. But Leo, are you sure that you wanna do this? Because this isn’t just leaving Salem behind, this is leaving your whole life forever. And once we get on that sub, I’m afraid there’s no turning back.

[soft music]

I know. And sure, there will be things I’ll miss. My morning cruller at Sweet Bits. My therapist, Joanne, who most certainly won’t be in network anymore. And of course, I will miss my esteemed position in the fourth estate. Who could ever forget Lady Whistleblower, her adoring fans waiting on her every last word? But I suppose this is ta-ta for now. Or forever, I guess. But Dimitri, my future is with you, wherever that may be.

Even if it’s on the run?

Mm-hmm. Don’t you know by now? I will follow you anywhere.

I’m so sorry to bother you. I know you’ve been through a lot, but I just have a few other questions, a few points that I wanted to clarify.

Sure.

You said that when you came home from work, you saw Li holding the knife. That’s right. He was making dinner.

And what kind of mood would you say that he was in?

[suspenseful music]

Well, he was really upset about Gabi having tricked him out of his DiMera shares.

So you’re saying he was angry, perhaps emotionally unstable?

Yeah, he was angry. Well, I think that’s appropriate, considering the circumstances, don’t you?

Wendy, I only am trying to get an idea of his state of mind.

Why? What are you suggesting, Detective? That my brother killed himself in order to frame Gabi?

All I want is a clear picture of the facts.

Yeah, the kind that will clear Gabi. Gee, I wonder. This has nothing to do with the fact that you’re seeing Gabi’s brother, does it?

Wendy, I promise you, all I want is to get and find the truth. I want to bring your brother’s killer to justice, whoever that is.

[phone ringing] I’m sorry, I have to take this. Detective Hunter. You do? Got it. I’ll head over there now.

I know you said that EJ was gonna try to talk to the judge so he could deny me bail, but I didn’t think he’d actually go for it.

You don’t think about it for another second, okay. We can always file an appeal, right?

Yeah, and we can ask for another judge, too, Gabi. We are gonna fight this with everything, and I mean everything, we have.

Ah, no matter how many times I’ve witnessed it, I never get tired of this country’s glorious legal system. What about you, Gabriella? I bet you’re feeling patriotic watching jurisprudence in action.

You sick son of a bitch. Gabi didn’t do this, and you know it.

[laughs] Apparently my brother isn’t as enamored of the legal system as I am. I told you I’d make you both pay.

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey. What the hell are you doing? No.

[whistles] Thank you, Commissioner. Your allegiance to law and order is commendable. And since you’ve extended me the courtesy, I shall do the same. Good luck in Statesville.

Here, it’s herbal, some lavender something with a little bit of citrus. I thought you might need that after that visit with Jada.

Yeah, you know, it probably wasn’t the best idea to bring out all of my frustrations and grief on one of my new bosses. I’ll probably end up with the shortest career in the history of the Salem PD.

[phone chimes]

[apprehensive music]

What is it?

Gabi’s been denied bail.

We need to arrange your transport to Statesville.

Do you know how long I’m gonna be there before the trial?

I don’t know. I don’t like it. I promise you– I promise you, I’m gonna find out whoever did this. You are not gonna be punished for a crime you didn’t commit.

Thank you. Salem is very lucky to have a man as honorable as you as commissioner.

Well… I’m just doing my job, princess. I’m not doing it as commissioner, I’m– I’m doing it as your brother. That’s the promise I’m making to you. I love you.

I love you.

Don’t worry, though. Don’t worry, okay? Listen, listen. I’m getting you out of there before you know it. All right?

Okay.

Okay.

Excuse me, Mr. District Attorney.

Counselor, what can I do you for?

Oh, well, you can skip the pleasantries for starters. I just wanted to let you know that I’m gonna be appealing the judge’s decision.

And I wouldn’t expect anything less from such a venerated attorney.

You know, EJ, I hope you’re proud of yourself for, among other things, doing irreparable damage to your relationship with your brother.

Oh, no. Did I do something to offend him? Let’s not forget, Belle, that my so-called brother attacked me.

I’m not talking about what happened in the police station. Although, I can’t really blame Stefan for what he did. I’m talking about what you just did in that courtroom.

As in making sure an alleged murderer isn’t wandering the streets of this fine township?

All right, you know what, EJ? You can hide behind your fancy new title, but we both know how you’re using it– how you’re weaponizing it against Gabi and Stefan. It’s purely punitive and personal. And while you may be basking in the victory at this moment, I just want you to know it’s not gonna last. Stefan will retaliate, and you know it, and I know it. And so while you may have just won this battle, honey, this war has just begun.

[suspenseful music]

Baby girl, I just– yes, I wanted to–yes. And I wanted to let you know that I am innocent, okay, and Belle is gonna prove that. And you know what, the first thing I’m gonna do when I’m free is, I’m gonna come see you, okay? Yeah. You take care of yourself, my precious baby girl. And I love you, and I miss you so much. And please say hi to your dad. Yeah, okay. You too. Yeah.

Hey. Rafe wants me to let you know the transport’s waiting for you outside.

I thought he was gonna come with me.

He is. He just wanted to give us a moment alone.

Right.

Did you talk to Ari?

Yeah, told her everything, and she’s being very brave.

You’re a good mama.

I don’t feel very brave right now.

Okay, don’t focus on that. You need to focus on, you are innocent, this will be over soon, and you will be a free woman. But until then, I need you to remember one thing: you are Gabriella Hernandez DiMera… The strongest, bravest, fiercest, most badass woman I know. Statesville’s got nothing on you.

Yeah, you know, if I got you back after being dead for four years, I think that I can handle a little vacation at a decidedly less than four star hotel.

And you’re gonna be back home before you know it. This is just a detour. We’ll be sitting on the couch watching a crappy reality TV show, stuffing our faces with paella, so much paella our pants won’t fit anymore, okay?

What about wreaking havoc on our enemies?

You bet your ass.

[both laugh]

[soft music] I love you, Gabi DiMera.

I love you Stefan DiMera. Don’t you ever forget that.

You really gotta bring all that conditioner?

Yes, I’m bringing all that conditioner. Do you have any idea the parabens and whatever else are in European cosmetics? They’re practically sentient.

[phone beeps]

Okay.

[in German accent] Ah, it appears the sub is ready and waiting.

Well, well, then what are we waiting for? Let’s blow this pop stand. Ready?

[tense music]

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Oh, that is gonna brighten Maggie’s day.

Well, I’m glad I can help brighten someone’s day today. I just had to break the news to Will and Arianna.

[country music playing]

What news is that?

You haven’t heard?

No.

Gabi was arrested.

What?

Yeah, I thought Tripp would have told you that for sure.

Well, we–we unplugged last night. What the hell did Gabi do this time?

Oh, my God.

Yeah. It’s murder one.

Hey.

Hey. I wasn’t expecting you, you know, it being the day after your wedding night and all.

Well, Sloan is still sleeping, ,::, and I told you that I would be here for our parents’ anniversary gift, so here I am. Question is, where are they?

[soft music]

[sighs]

That’s what I was dreaming of. Except in my dream, there were strawberries.

Mm, yeah, supply chain issues.

Oh. Well, I guess we’ll have to make do.

No, no, no, no, no, no. You can’t eat that. It’s not whipped cream. It’s strawberry cream body butter. I just thought I’d mix things up a little bit.

OK.

But I knew that we would be hungry, so I also have some edible strawberry massage lotion. I figured… I might as well go with some new traditions. What do you think?

I think… come here.

Hey. Happy anniversary, Doc.

Mom?

Oh, Sarah, good morning.

Morning, Mom.

Mm.

Yeah. I know this has to be a tough day, your first anniversary without Victor.

[ominous music]

Got you chocolate croissants.

[sighs] Something wrong?

We need to talk.

[chuckles] Oh, that sounds really ominous.

I got a call today from the head of HR. Shared some very interesting information with me.

What does that have to do with me?

Well, before transferring Victor’s stock shares, they did a forensic analysis of the authenticity of the letter that was supposedly sent from my mother. Guess what. Turns out, I’m not Victor’s son after all.

[sighs] What? I mean, it must be some sort of mistake.

No, it’s not a mistake, Theresa. The letter was altered. And I know exactly who did it. See, your father, he was stupid enough to trust you with the briefcase that the ISA recovered from the crash site. But when he left, you snuck a little peek, didn’t you? Didn’t you?

Alex, I–

But when you saw something that you didn’t like, you came up with the brilliant idea to forge my mother’s signature to make it look as if I was Victor’s heir and not my cousin Xander.

No, I–

Don’t you dare try and deny it now, Theresa! What you did was that you wanted to get your grubby little paws all over the Kiriakis fortune. Newsflash, you will never get anywhere near me or that money, you conniving bitch.

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

Alex, let me explain.

What is there to explain, Theresa? You’re a liar, you’re a cheat, and you used me.

[dramatic music]

Alex, it’s more complicated–

Enough! I do not want to hear you. All I want is for you to get out. Now!

[gasping]

Hi. What are you doing out on the couch?

Uh… um, I don’t know. I guess I was staying up late watching TV. I must have fallen asleep.

Oh. Well, you’re up now, so good morning.

[sighs] Morning.

Are you hungry? Do you want me to make us some breakfast?

Um, no. That’s fine. I’ll just go to something at Sweet Bits.

Oh, Sweet Bits, OK. You OK? You seem kind of freaked out.

Yeah, no, I’m good. I just had some really weird dreams all night.

I’m sorry. I would have let you sleep.

No. No. Honestly, I’ve never been so glad to wake up in all my life.

Well, I hope you’re not disappointed, Doc. You know, I just figured with all the multiple anniversaries we’re celebrating throughout the year here, a little variety might be nice. But you know what I can do? I can go out and see if I can find another store and we can–

Don’t do that. Don’t do that. I just feel so lucky that we are celebrating our anniversary together. I’m not letting you out of my sight.

You know, Doc, for months, I didn’t know if we would ever get a chance to do this again.

And yet, here we are. Together again.

Forever.

Forever.

[soft music]

Oh.

I can’t remember, Mom. How many years would it have been?

.

Wow. I didn’t realize.

It went by too fast. Are you sure that you don’t want me to go to court with you today?

Oh, no, no, no. No. I don’t want to add any more stress to this day for you. And besides–

What? What is it?

[tense music]

I know that you were hoping that Xander and I could work out some sort of a custody agreement, but I don’t want to disappoint you. That’s just not gonna happen.

I think you better be prepared, honey, because you could lose your daughter forever!

Sweetheart, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t–I shouldn’t have sounded so harsh.

No, I know. I know. I do. And I know– I know that you were wishing that I could make things work with Xander in a civilized way. But the last time that I took your advice and gave him a second chance was when I found out that he was suing for full custody. So it really is– there’s only one option. And by the way, Konstantin even agrees.

You discussed this with him?

Well, he knows Xander. All too well, in fact. And when I heard what Xander had done to him, it just strengthened my resolve. I know how much Xander means to you, but this is the right thing to do. So you’re just going to have to trust me, Mom. Please.

Hey!

Kayla, Steve, how are you?

Hi.

Hi, Sarah.

How are you?

Steve.

So good.

Oh, my goodness. It’s so good to see you.

Hello, Maggie.

Oh, Sarah, I meant to call you. Listen, HR is sending over the paperwork in a email today. I promise you. And as I said before, I’m so happy that you’re getting back on board.

You’re going back to work so soon?

Um, yeah, but it’s– it’s only part time.

Are you sure you’re ready for this?

I have to be, Mom. I have to show the judge that I can provide for my own daughter on my own.

[baby crying] Oh, speaking of, said baby apparently needs to feed. So I’m gonna go do that. Kayla, I will get all that paperwork back over once I receive it.

OK.

OK. Thanks.

Oh, Maggie, I’m sorry. I just assumed you knew.

No, I didn’t. Sarah obviously didn’t want me to know because she thought I’d worry, and she’s right. Being a new mother is– it’s hard enough. And she’s been through so much. I just don’t think she is totally facing the gravity of this custody battle.

I’m sorry. I mean, I know this day is hard enough already.

Does everyone know that this is my wedding anniversary?

Even me. It’s because my wife told me.

[laughter]

That’s why we’re here.

Oh.

[sniffs]

[sighs] What are you doing?

I’m reading the instructions.

[chuckling] Well, I appreciate your diligence, but you know what, Doc?

Hmm?

I kind of think that we can figure that out on our own.

[soft music]

[laughter]

Uh, Dad and Marlena are in their room.

[laughs] Oh.

Yeah, oh. So I don’t know how much longer you–you want to wait around.

No, well, you know, the gift being from all of us. And you shouldn’t be the only one to have to be here waiting. Sloan, she’s got court anyway, so I thought I’d let her sleep in.

OK. Hey, when are you gonna do this proper honeymoon?

You know, we really haven’t discussed that.

Huh. You know, Eric, I wasn’t gonna say this the other day, but you know EJ and Nicole got married. So that wouldn’t have anything to do with the suddenness of your ceremony, would it?

Sloan and I have been engaged for months.

I know. I know. I know. But that’s also not what I asked.

OK. So why would I pick the same exact date as Nicole and EJ? Their anniversary? Not to mention that, it’d be the day before Mom’s.

Also, the day of my grandfather’s and Maggie’s, for the record. ‘Tis the season to get married, it seems.

Oh, Caroline’s famous scones.

[laughter]

Roman told us that you and Victor had them for many a morning, you would get an order. And well, we just want you to know that we were thinking of you.

Thank you. That was so kind. I’ve been the recipient of so many lovely gifts lately.

Like that?

Yes. What do you think?

It’s–it’s big.

Um, you know Steve has been known for his hard-hitting art criticism.

Now, hold on. I wasn’t finished. It’s big, and I think it’s also an excellent rendering.

So do I.

I love it. It was a gift from Victor’s old friend, Konstantin.

Konstantin, I thought you were leaving town.

Maggie asked me to stay on a bit longer. It seems she enjoys my company.

Well, Maggie has a big heart. I hope you’re not taking advantage.

Of course not. I’m here to pick up a little gift for her, to express my appreciation.

Mm-hmm. You mean you’re staying here to keep an eye on me.

And how are things going with you and the Kiriakis heir obscura?

I’m headed to Alex’s to bring him breakfast right now. Slow and steady, as they say.

Not too slow, I hope.

Don’t worry. You’re gonna get your cut. And Alex and Xander will never be the wiser.

They better not be.

Hello, Theresa.

When your partner bids two no trump– oh, Eric, honey!

Son, what are you doing here? You were supposed to be off to work. And what are you doing here?

Well, you know, surprise, surprise.

We have an anniversary gift for you.

Oh, you didn’t have to do that. Plus, we should be getting a wedding present to you, but we haven’t had time to shop yet.

No, you married me and Sloan. I mean, you gave us the best wedding present of all.

Yeah, but congratulations are in order, kid.

Well, thank you.

And here’s wishing that you and Sloan have as many years of happiness as your mother and I have had.

He brought me this old family photo album to look through. And he told me a story about every one of the pictures. And it brought me such comfort to hear about Victor’s past because there was so much I didn’t know.

I come bearing–oh! Excuse me. I didn’t know you were entertaining guests.

Oh, don’t be silly. It’s fine. I’d like for you to meet my friends Kayla and Steven.

Ah, you must be the famous Konstantin Meleounis.

I don’t know about how famous, but very impressive, how you pronounce those vowels. You worked for Victor once upon a time, yes?

Mm. Yeah. What gave it away?

[laughter]

He said you were one of his most reliable men back in the day. And you were a steadfast friend of Bo’s.

That’s right.

Ah. Well, it is a pleasure to finally meet you. And you–you must be Caroline’s daughter. You look so much like her.

Did you meet my mother?

No, I’ve never met her. I saw a picture of her. And that’s enough for me to say that you are as beautiful as she was.

Very kind of you.

Why were you talking to Konstantin?

Who?

The man you were just talking to, Konstantin? Victor’s old friend from Greece. The one who’s practically moved in with Maggie.

Oh, that guy was just asking directions to some restaurant I’ve never heard of before. I have no idea who that guy is. What do you mean, he’s practically moved in with Maggie?

Hmm. I thought you were tight with Maggie. Looks like you’re pretty tight with Konstantin too, huh?

Are you calling me a liar?

[breathes deeply] You know what? I don’t have time for this, because Alex’s breakfast is getting cold.

Can’t have that, can we?

What’s that supposed to mean?

You know exactly what it means. Your strategy is so obvious, Theresa. What, you’re gonna wait on Victor’s heir hand and foot in the hope that he’ll toss you some crumbs, drop down on one knee, and beg you to make him the happiest man in Salem?

Oh. You’re just jealous because you’re not Victor’s long lost son and heir.

[chuckles]

Sarah, hi.

Belle really wanted to be here. She’s dealing with the Gabi mess right now, though.

Yeah, that’s keeping her pretty busy.

Yeah, I wish to heck she hadn’t taken the case, honestly.

Yeah. Why would you say that?

Well, Dad, she’s been– she’s been playing some dangerous games with people lately, right? Oh, yeah. She and Stefan tried to use me to get Kristen’s DiMera shares. They told me they were gonna help me get Rachel back, and then they just pulled the rug out from under me, and it was–it was pretty bad. And you tried to warn me. And I should have listened a little better.

Look, I’m sorry all that happened, but it had nothing to do with Nate’s death, you know. And you can’t hold yourself responsible for that. I’m actually a little more concerned about Arianna. I mean, she’s so excited about coming home. And I don’t know how she’s going to feel about finding out that her mother went to jail.

Yeah, poor little thing.

Hey, you know, with everything going on here, maybe we should do this another time, you know, when everyone’s a bit more celebratory.

No, no, no. Please, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to spoil everything. You’ve both come all this way. I appreciate that so much. So let’s celebrate, shall we?

Yeah. Let’s do it.

Shall we?

Let’s do it. What do we got here?

[soft music]

Oh.

[gasping]

Well, we did our research, and we discovered that this traditional gift on the sixth anniversary is wood.

Wood. It symbolizes strength. And you two have given us so much strength over the years and inspiration, and this was our way of telling you that we love you.

Family tree. Robicheaux, Black, Evans, Brady.

Yeah, It’s us. It’s all of us.

It’s all of us. It’s Carrie. Paul. Sami. Everyone’s in there.

Glad you finally have your family tree.

It’s wonderful. Thank you.

It’s–it’s moving, as you can see. Good job.

[laughter]

Well, you always told us that family is everything.

And it is. Thank you.

You know, we’re gonna have to add Sloan to this.

Oh, no. No. We actually mutually decided to leave significant others off. Kids, of course. You have Rachel, Tate. But I don’t know, does anybody really need to have Kristen and Theresa on the tree? See, I didn’t think so.

I got you chocolate croissants. Something wrong?

We need to talk.

OK.

I got a call from the head of HR at Titan today. She shared some very interesting information with me.

What does that have to do with me?

Sarah, oh, my God. Look at this little cutie pie. She’s getting so big.

Yeah. Yeah, they do that.

I just bought her some clothes from that children’s boutique a block from the inn. Hey, darling. Daddy just bought you the prettiest bright pink dress with a matching hat. You’re gonna look so beautiful in it.

[soft music] Look, I know you said you wanted to see me in court, but my offer still stands if you want to just talk this out over a cup of tea.

Actually, Xander, could we postpone the court hearing today?

Why? Are you having second thoughts?

No. It’s my mom and Victor’s wedding anniversary, and I just– I don’t want her to worry about all this.

Of course, the anniversary. How’s she doing?

As well as to be expected. Thank you for asking. That–that means a lot to me.

Well, pretty much the only thing Victor and I ever had in common was that we both adored Maggie. So if you need to postpone the hearing on her account, I would never object.

I will leave you to your guests.

No, no, no. Don’t–don’t leave on our account.

What is that? It’s not another gift. Practically every time you come through that door, you bring me a gift.

I know Victor would have given you something much more personal on this special day. But I believe is the lace anniversary. And I remember there was a beautiful lace tablecloth in Victor’s villa in Greece, and I asked a friend to send it to me.

Oh, my goodness.

Wow, that’s beautiful.

I just picked it up at the post office.

Oh, that’s– that’s very thoughtful. I’m touched. I’m gonna put it on the table immediately. And we’ll all have tea and taste these delicious scones, if the two of you can stay?

Of course we will. Yeah. Listen, do you think that Justin could join us? We haven’t seen him since he found out that Alex was Victor’s son, and we’ve been worried about him.

Yes, it was hard on him, obviously. But unfortunately, he’s not here right now. I can tell him that you were asking about him. I’ll ask Henderson to prepare us something.

And I will go with you.

Wow. Guy’s quite the charmer, isn’t he?

Well, that’s one word for it. But I think I’m gonna call bull.

No, come on. He’s a nice guy. And Maggie seems to really like him.

If you say so.

There was one little thing, though.

What?

I spent a lot of time in that villa with Bo, and I didn’t see any lace tablecloths.

[tense music]

Well, that’s because Konstantin is lying through his teeth.

Well, I’m surprised he came over the day after his wedding.

What? Do you think something’s wrong?

Well, I had a talk with him right before the wedding, and he seemed very happy being committed to Sloan and the baby.

Right.

Mm.

And how about you?

Hmm?

How are you doing now that Theresa’s back in Salem?

About as good as you could expect.

And do we think that she will stick around now that Tate is living here?

I don’t– I mean, probably since she’s now moving on with Alex Kiriakis, apparently.

What?

Yeah, moving on with and moving in with, I think.

Didn’t even know they knew each other.

They didn’t. But she didn’t waste any time zeroing in on Alex at Victor’s funeral, after I made it abundantly clear that she and I were never gonna have a relationship again.

You don’t think–

Dad, I don’t think. I know.

Come on, that she’s just there for his money?

Well, how could she have known that he was gonna be Victor’s heir?

She couldn’t have. I mean, granted, she did start pursuing Alex before we knew about the new will. I don’t know. Call it dumb luck, call it what you want, but maybe she has an innate ability to just sniff out money. Regardless, she’s got her hooks in pretty tight now.

You worked for Titan once upon a time, didn’t you?

Yeah. So?

Well from my understanding, Victor put you in charge of “Bella” magazine for a little while. Right?

Yeah, he did. Uh… I was so sad when it ceased publication.

Ah, well, it wasn’t my idea. I assure you. In fact, I fought tooth and nail for it. But now that I’m in charge, I’m looking to revive it. Since we don’t have a publisher at the company anymore, how would you like the job?

You think Konstantin’s a liar?

You were right. This tablecloth isn’t from Victor’s villa in Greece. It’s from Saxton’s Bargain Basement, % off. The cheapskate.

And fool. I mean, why wouldn’t he put this in the trash? Why would he lie about something like this?

Because he’s trying to ingratiate himself with Maggie. Obviously. If he’s lying about the little things, what big things is he covering up?

Come on. Maggie’s too smart of a woman. She would see through that in a second. Maybe he is genuinely trying to make her day a little bit easier. Maybe it’s a–maybe it’s a kind-hearted fabrication for Maggie’s sake, and she’s just going along with it.

Maybe.

Xander, that means so much to me. Thank you.

Well, I didn’t do it for you. I did it for Maggie. I’ll do anything for Maggie. But Sarah, I’m– I’m not eager to get into some big court fight with you. I’d much rather that we just sort it out ourselves over a cup of tea, like I said.

It’s times like these that I feel like we almost could. Just… it does also feel like every time I let my guard down with you, something happens and…

There you are.

It makes me regret it.

Hey. I just left my parents’ place and I got served with this. A subpoena to testify against you in your custody case.

[gasping] Alex, I don’t know what to say. Um… I’m flattered, but um, are you sure this is what you want? I mean, we’ve never worked together before.

We can carpool.

[both laughing] Seriously, Theresa, you’ve run your own company for years. And I know you’ve been winding down career-wise due to the circumstances beyond your control, but I think right now is the perfect time for you to take advantage of the opportunity and move on. Right?

Yeah, but why–why do you want me out of all people? I mean, it’s not like you need my income to pay your rent.

No, no. Of course that’s true. But it was my father that originally put you in charge, and I think he would be very happy now if I did the same thing. And I know your reputation isn’t exactly sterling, but quite frankly, neither was his, or mine. But this business is full of sharks. Do you understand? This is a cutthroat business. I want a shark alongside of me.

Hmm.

And selfishly thinking, there’s a whole lot of people at Titan that are still loyal to Maggie. They think I’m this pretender that didn’t deserve the job. But with you, I don’t have to question your loyalty, because I know you have my back.

You’re gonna testify against me in court?

I don’t have a choice. I need to tell the judge that you lied about our baby’s paternity to establish a pattern of your deceit.

Oh, my God. How the hell could you?

Don’t look at me! This was all his girlfriend’s idea. Go wave that paper in her face.

It’s my wife, and don’t you try to pawn it off on her. And I know you told her to go after the jugular.

He’s paraphrasing.

Cut the crap, Xander. This has got you written all over it. Let me guess– you left out the part that you played in Sarah’s lie? Hmm? Yeah. Well, don’t worry, I’ll be sure to tell my wife all the details. This won’t be the home run you thought it would be.

This is exactly what I was talking about. No, you smile at me, and you say how much you love my mom, and then when my back is turned, you just drive a knife right in.

That wasn’t what I was doing–

No. You know what, Xander? You can come after me as much as you want, but you better be prepared for what I’m gonna dish out in court.

What are you two doing back here?

I left my wallet behind. Thank goodness, it’s still here.

Better check the cash, baby. I hear the bartender in this joint is pretty shady.

[laughter]

Hell, if I need cash, all I gotta do is set up a poker game with my brother.

OK, fellas.

Ha-ha, anytime, dude.

Come on, fellas. Listen, we just came from Maggie’s.

How is she?

Well, she liked the scones, when she wasn’t too busy admiring that bargain basement tablecloth we just had tea on.

Do I want to know?

Uh-uh. No. All you need to know is that the pastries were fabulous.

OK, I’m glad about that. And if you’ll excuse me, I got business.

Yeah.

[groaning] You know, I really don’t think that we should start spreading rumors about Konstantin’s motives just yet.

[twangy music playing]

If you say so.

No, really. I mean, if what you think is true, that Konstantin is up to no good, I think the first person we should talk about it with is Maggie.

Well, not yet. I want to find out everything I can about this man first. In fact, I think it’s a case for Black Patch.

Well, Steve and Kayla were certainly charmed by you.

As I was by them. They seem like wonderful people.

Oh, they are. They’ve been great friends to me for a very long time.

I’m glad they stayed for tea.

Me too. I’m glad you’re here, Konstantin.

[soft music] I honestly don’t know how to thank you. You took what I’m sure was gonna be a very difficult day for me, and you–you made it special.

OK. So all right, I’m gonna go. I got to get to work.

[laughter]

Mm. Thank you for the lovely gift. So thoughtful.

You’re welcome. I love you.

We love you.

Love you, kid.

Bye.

What a thoughtful gift.

[soft music] But you know what? I can’t figure out how they came up with the idea of wood. Because you know, I do a lot of reading, and everything I read, it was–it was candy. And I was thinking, well, since fruit is nature’s candy, surprise.

[laughs]

It’s our candy anniversary?

[laughs] Yeah. Seriously, are you gonna doubt my mastery of the anniversary symbols here?

No. The thing is I did some research too. And I think you’re both wrong. Because I read that this is our… Iron anniversary.

Iron anniversary. Happy anniversary, my love.

Six irons for our sixth anniversary. That’s pretty damn clever, Doc.

Yeah. Well, I thought maybe once we retired, we could take up golf.

Retire. Oh, come on, baby. You and I, we’re in our prime here. But I’ll tell you what I’m gonna do. I will meet you on the first tee in, say, 10  years time. No? OK. How about 20? Will you take 60?

[both laughing]

You’re pushing it now.

20, it is. Come sit with me, baby. Come on. I would like to officially say happy anniversary, sweetheart.

Happy anniversary, my love.

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You got married? Oh, Sloan, I am so happy for you and Eric. Yes, this will absolutely help with the adoption process. We’ll talk about everything the next time we meet. But we’ll also celebrate. Sounds good. Bye. Mayor Price. This is a nice surprise. And congratulations. I heard that you beat Clint Rawlings in a landslide.

[chuckles] You know you had my vote.

Girl, please, do not waste my time.

Excuse me?

If you think buttering me up is going to get me to give you back your old job, think again.

[intriguing music]

Yes, it’s urgent. I need to speak to Wei Shin immediately. I don’t care if he is in a meeting with the Pope. You get in there and tell him he needs to call me back right now. Do you understand me?

[chuckling angrily] Ah, damn it. I–I need to speak to someone now.

Oh, well, I’m available. But under no circumstances are we to talk about work.

Darling–

Mm-mm, don’t “darling” me. I thought we were gonna go downstairs and consummate our union.

I wanted to.

Oh.

I do, I do, I do. I’m just so–

[sighs] I’m just so furious at Gabi and Stefan.

Honey, I know. So am I.

It’s–it’s–it’s outrageous. My backstabbing brother and his gold-digging wife having me voted out as co-CEO of DiMera, trying to push me out so they can take over the company.

I–I hear you. I do. And we will take back everything that they stole from you– tomorrow.

But–

Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah.

[sighs] Tonight is our wedding night. So you–you are gonna put aside everything, and you are gonna focus on me, because I’m pretty sure I could take your mind off this for a little while. Pretty sure.

[chuckles] Fine.

Thank you.

But just wait until I get my hands on Li Shin for giving them the deciding vote, that son of a bitch. I–I could kill him for this.

Grr, grr.

[both laugh]

Mmm.

[tense music]

You heard what Li said right before he died, right?

Yeah, I did.

He said Gabi did this. She murdered my brother.

What are you doing?

I’m arresting your wife for the murder of Li Shin.

You can’t do that.

Well, it’s, uh–it’s my job. I can arrest both of you if that’s what you prefer.

You’re jumping to the wrong conclusion. My wife had nothing to do with what happened here.

The evidence says otherwise.

Evidence? Have you conducted an investigation? No. And you’ve been a cop for, what, five minutes? Where’d you get that badge from, a Happy Meal?

Mrs. DiMera was seen by two witnesses standing over her mortally wounded ex-husband’s body with a bloody knife. Those two witnesses also heard her say that she needed to get rid of the bloody knife. On top of that, Mr. Shin identified Gabi as his killer right before he died. So even a rookie like me knows that I have more than enough probable cause to make an arrest.

Well, then you’ll be arresting an innocent woman because I didn’t kill Li Shin.

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

So, my handsome husband, I’m guessing you agree to get back into the newlywed spirit.

Yes.

Mm-hmm.

I agree.

[chuckles]

And I apologize for allowing anything to distract me from my beautiful bride.

OK.

You will have my undivided attention as soon as I make a few calls to counter this brazen betrayal. Just–just a few minutes, please, that’s all I ask.

[chuckles] You can have all the time you want– tomorrow.

[groans]

OK? But tonight, you are mine. You understand? I want you, Mr. DiMera, and I will not take no for an answer.

Am I looking at another hostile takeover?

Mm. Well, that’s up to you. I mean, you can resist, and I’ll just have to use force. Or you can just surrender to my desires willingly and just say yes.

Yes.

Yes. Mm.

Are you thinking what I’m thinking, Mrs. DiMera?

Oh, I sure am. Now that you’ve made a– an honest woman out of me, why don’t we kick things up a notch?

Do you have something specific in mind?

[laughs] You bet I do.

[both chuckling]

I was not trying to butter you up.

So you don’t want your old job back?

Are you offering it to me?

Hell no. I need a district attorney who can deliver, not one who’s a constant disappointment.

When you fired me, you said it had nothing to do with job performance. You said it was because you just don’t like me.

Well, I still don’t.

And I still think it was a huge mistake you made when you got rid of me.

And why is that, Ms. Trask? Because you got me that high profile conviction you said you would? Oh, wait. Never happened.

I’ve put a lot of criminals behind bars.

[scoffs] Tax evaders and jaywalkers.

Ha!

But the truly dangerous ones, the ones that need to be locked up for the citizens of Salem to feel safe, well, you bungled every chance you had.

That is a gross misrepresentation.

Oh, you–you talk a big game. But actually, all you did as DA was a whole lot of nothing. Case in point: that high profile conviction that I just mentioned, you went on and on about how you were gonna nail Li Shin, how you were gonna get him to confess to– to trying to have Stefan DiMera killed.

I would have! But he bugged my office!

Oh, in other words, he played you, w-which proves my point. You got this whole tough, take-no-prisoners act down. But that’s all it is, blusters and empty promises. Bottom line, you failed to hand me Li Shin, even though you swore that you had him dead to rights.

[intriguing music]

I’m–I’m sorry, Wendy. We did everything we could to save him.

I know.

[sniffles]

Want some alone time with him?

No. I have to get out of here.

Wait, wait. Where–where you going?

To make Gabi pay for what she did to my brother.

[dramatic music]

Well, I’m gonna get this to the lab.

You know my fingerprints are on that knife, but that doesn’t mean that I stabbed Li.

I’m sure they’ll find other prints on there too, the real killer’s prints.

Yeah. We’ll see. All right, let’s go.

You do realize that she’s the commissioner’s sister, right?

I do. And?

And how do you think he’s gonna feel when some overzealous neophyte marches her downtown in handcuffs?

Guess we’re gonna find out.

No, no, please, please. No, no, no, don’t. Stefan, please, don’t– don’t let them do this to me. Don’t let them lock me up again, OK?

Hey, Gabi, listen to me.

[breathes deeply] I know you’re scared. OK? Everything’s gonna be fine. I will follow you down to the station, and we will get this sorted out. I will not let anything bad happen to you, I promise.

I love you. I love you so much.

I love you too.

All right, all right. Come on.

[whimpering]

It’s all right. It’s gonna be fine. It’s gonna be fine.

[moans] Mm, right there, EJ. Oh, my God.

[sighs] I needed this.

[chuckles] Is there anything else you need?

Well, I don’t want to push it.

Oh, don’t be silly. There is nothing I want more than to have my wife satisfied.

Hm. Well, I did suggest doing something naughty down in the secret room.

Mm.

Mm-hmm. But maybe we’ll be a little more comfortable in bed.

[both chuckle] That’s if we make it there.

Mm-hmm. Mm. Mm.

Mm-hmm.

Mm-hmm.

Well, I’ve noticed that you haven’t appointed anyone to fill my position.

Just haven’t found the right person yet.

Ooh. I think what you mean, Madam Mayor, is that you haven’t found anyone as capable, qualified, and as cutthroat as I am. And clearly, the ADA that is currently doing my old job on an interim basis isn’t cutting it. Otherwise, you would have made her permanent by now.

And why is that your business?

You are not my boss anymore. In fact, you technically work for me. And as a citizen of Salem, I am very concerned with how this city is being run.

Mm. You want to say your peace?

Mm. Mm-hmm.

Well, I have a town hall the third Tuesday of every month. Now, you just call my office. Call my office for the details.

[tense music]

Oh, I’m gonna tear that bitch’s eyes out.

I know you want to hurt Gabi right now, but that is not what Li would have wanted.

She never stopped messing with him– his head, his heart. She tortured my brother, and all he ever wanted to do was love her.

You want to know who he loved? You. Wendy, he was so proud of you, how smart you are, how talented and independent you are. He saw what an amazing future you had ahead of you, and he’d hate it if you throw it away by going after Gabi.

Li did not deserve this. He did not deserve to die.

[soft dramatic music] I’m gonna track down that psycho and make her pay for what she did.

I–I understand wanting revenge, Wendy. I do. I’ve been there, OK? And I wish to hell I hadn’t given in to that impulse. OK, I still deeply regret going after Kayla because I thought she killed my mom–

But she didn’t! Ava’s alive.

[whispers] Li is gone. He was my big brother.

I know how much he meant to you.

[sobbing] He always looked out for me, especially when we were young. I mean, you know how scary my father is. Whenever I did something stupid, which was, like, all the time, Li would step in and take the blame. Oh, my God, I have to call my father. Tripp, how am I going to do this? How am I going to tell him that his son is dead?

I’m–I’m gonna help however I can, OK? You–have him–have him come over to our place. I’ll give you room to talk, to grieve.

My father doesn’t grieve. I’ve never even seen him cry.

OK, then you’ll just talk.

No, he won’t want to. All he’ll want is retribution.

We told Harris what we know. OK? They’re gonna do their investigation.

But what–what do they need to investigate? Gabi practically confessed. I–I–you saw her. She was standing over Li with that knife and said she needed to get rid of it.

And we got there, and so she couldn’t. OK, now the police, they have the murder weapon and our testimony, and plus, your brother named Gabi right before he died.

Wh-what, s-so what, I’m just supposed to sit around and wait for Rafe to put his own sister away?

[spluttering] Like that’s gonna happen.

Wendy, I promise you, the cops will do their job. OK, they’re going to get justice for Li.

Hey. Where’s your partner?

He caught a case, actually, while I got stuck transferring a prisoner to Statesville– a homicide.

Oh, who was it?

Li Shin.

What?

Stabbed to death at his sister’s apartment.

Oh, my God. Wh–what else do you know?

Uh, nothing yet. We’ll know more when Harris gets here. He’s bringing in a suspect.

OK.

[footsteps approaching]

[tense music]

And that’s what we know so far, Commissioner. Collected this at the crime scene.

CSU’s at the apartment now.

Yeah, I told them to let Wendy and Tripp know when they can get back inside.

OK, thanks. I’ll, uh–I’ll– yeah. I’ll be back.

Hey, hey, hey. Are you OK?

Um, well, my sister’s a suspect in a homicide, so, um, no. No, I’m definitely not OK. Yeah. I need to speak with her.

Rafe, Rafe, maybe– maybe I should handle this interview–

Jada, I got this. OK?

[soft dramatic music] I appreciate your support. OK.

[sighs]

Cuffs? Really? Th-that was not me.

Huh.

Say something.

Detective Michaels read you your rights?

Yeah, he did, before he forced me to come down here for no reason.

OK, you know that you have the right to remain silent?

Yes, I know, Rafe. I don’t have to answer any of the cops’ questions.

OK. So right now, I am not speaking to you as a cop. I am speaking to you as your brother. You’re in serious trouble, OK? Now, off the record and just between you and me, what the hell did you do?

[phone alert chimes]

Oh, my God. Li. Wendy, I–I just saw the news about your brother. I am so sorry.

Are you? Really?

Let’s just go, OK?

You’re not sorry about Li. Not at all. I know damn well you’re just another one of the vipers in this town who wanted to take him down. Well, he’s down for good. Happy now?

[both moaning softly]

[knocking on door]

Let’s–let’s ignore that. I’m sure it’s just a delivery person with some fruit– a fruit basket, if you will.

A–a fruit basket?

Uh-huh.

[chuckling] OK.

A wedding gift from my mother. She called me three times to let me know that it was coming. I’m sure it’ll keep.

OK.

Mm-hmm.

[knocking continues]

Oh. God. OK, you know what, it could be Holly. She forgets her keys sometimes.

I wouldn’t want to keep my stepdaughter out in the cold.

Oh.

[chuckles]

Oh, uh, Mayor Price, we weren’t expecting you.

Well, I called, but you didn’t answer your phone. Now, I’m sure–I’m not sure if you heard the news, but the good people of Salem have just voted me in for the next term.

Oh.

Oh, congratulations. But you came all the way here to tell us that?

No, I came here because I heard you were out of a job. How would you like a new one?

[hopeful music]

Um…

I’m sorry, Paulina, but this is going to have to wait. Nicole and I have agreed to put aside all business talk until tomorrow.

Why? Are you busy?

Well, as a matter of fact, we are. It’s–it’s our wedding night.

[gasps] You two jumped the broom?

[chuckling] Yes.

Figuratively, yes.

Oh, congratulations.

Thank you.

We–we were just in the middle of…celebrating. So perhaps we could find some time to talk tomorrow.

Oh, well, I don’t like to postpone urgent business matters, but what you two need to do is, uh, urgent as well. So I’ll just make the exception.

Um, wait. P-Paulina, hang on a second.

[hopeful music] You came all the way over here to offer EJ a job?

Nicole–

Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait. I mean, the mayor came all the way over here. The least we could do is hear her out.

[sighs]

I heard that the police, uh, arrested Gabi DiMera.

You and Gabi are exactly alike, a pair of power-hungry predators who screwed my brother– literally– to get what you wanted.

[spluttering] I didn’t–I–I didn’t–

You didn’t what, Melinda? What, what, you–you don’t know what I’m talking about? Well, then let me jog your memory. You used sex to try to get a confession out of my brother, which made me sick to hear about and makes me even sicker now.

Li, he played me as much as I played him.

Oh, the only difference is, he actually liked you.

[scoffs] God only knows why.

[tense music]

I liked him too. And I swear, Wendy, whatever happened between us, I would never wish this on him.

I didn’t do anything.

Gabi, I can’t help you if you don’t tell me the truth.

Rafe, this– this is the truth. Oh, my God, wh-why would I do this? Why would I ruin my life?

I was just briefed by Detective Michaels.

I don’t care what he said.

OK, well, you need to.

Why? I am innocent.

You need a lawyer.

No, I need my brother! Rafe, I swear to you on my daughter’s life, I did not kill Li!

[dramatic music]

OK. All right, tell me what happened.

Where’s my wife?

Uh, she’s in with the commissioner.

I need to see her.

Stefan, let Gabi talk to her brother. If there’s anything that Rafe can do to help her, he will.

So Li sent me a text asking me to come over to his sister’s apartment. And when I got there, the door was open, he was lying on the floor, and he had been stabbed.

With this knife?

Yes.

Detective Michaels told me that Wendy Shin and Tripp Johnson saw you standing over Li’s body, holding this knife, saying to Stefan that you needed to get rid of it. Why were you holding the knife?

Because I pulled it out of Li’s back. I was trying to save him.

[sighs] OK. So now your fingerprints are all over the murder weapon.

I know, I know. I realize how stupid it was. But I–in the moment, I panicked.

Harris also told me that Li named you as his killer before he died. Why would he do that?

I don’t know. I don’t– maybe he was c-confused, d-delusional. All I know is that there must have been somebody else in that apartment. A-and whoever that was stabbed Li.

Did you see anyone exit?

They must have left right before I got there. Please, please, Rafe, you have to believe me. Please.

I believe you.

Thank you. Thank you. OK, well, that’s everything. Th-that’s–that’s everything that happened. So can I please go home now?

Gabi, you were accused of murder.

OK, but–so I’ll call a lawyer or something. I’ll make bail. I–

This is a very serious crime. I mean, all the evidence points to you. Honestly, this–this looks bad, really bad.

OK, so maybe you need to think about why that is.

What?

Rafe, come on. I have been down this road before. Abigail lied on the stand, and I went to prison for a murder I didn’t commit.

So you’re saying that you’re being set up?

That is exactly what I’m saying. I am saying that somebody is framing me for killing Li.

OK, let’s start over. You said that you got a text from Li asking you to come over. What did he want?

Well, first of all, I–I mean, yes, I got a text from Li, but I don’t know if it was from him. It was from his phone, but it could have been anybody.

OK, can we just assume that it was Li? OK? Why did he ask you to come over?

Well, he always wanted me to come over to see him. He was obsessed with me.

Gabi, why did he want you to come over tonight?

[soft dramatic music]

Um, he was upset with me.

About? Gabi?

Does it even matter?

Yes, it matters!

[sighs] If you even want to have a chance of getting out of this, you need to tell me everything.

My wife didn’t do this.

If that’s true, then–

There is no if!

[panting] What I would like to know is why the hell the two of you are standing around in here instead of out there looking for the son of a bitch who really did this to Li?

OK, listen, I know you’re upset. There’s no reason to yell, especially at my partner. Why don’t you grab a cup of coffee or something?

What I’m gonna do, Detective, is get on the phone and call the best damn lawyer I can find.

Smart move, ’cause she’s gonna need it.

So you and Stefan enlisted Wilhelm Rolf, a fugitive wanted by this department, to convince Li that you’d been kidnapped by Megan DiMera?

Look, the plan was to get Li on tape confessing that he was trying to get Stefan killed.

Yeah, so you could use that tape and get his shares?

Yes, and–and he did sign over the shares to us. But then he texted me a few hours later saying that those shares were fake and that if I wanted the real ones I had to come over to talk to him alone.

Hm.

And then, when I got there– I told you what I saw. That is it. That’s the whole story.

So you created this whole scheme, this whole thing, just so you could screw over EJ DiMera?

All right, let’s hear it. What job have you come to offer me?

Ah, well, I’m sure it comes as no surprise that I fired that snake Clint Rawlings. His position is available for your consideration.

You want me to be deputy mayor?

You’re available, qualified. You’d be doing important work.

[clears throat] Paulina, I’m flattered, but it’s a no.

Whoa, wait a minute. You don’t even want to think about it? I mean, come on, you served as mayor once.

It was a long time ago. And now my focus is on taking back DiMera.

[scoffs]

Uh, well, uh, allow me. Allow me to come at this a different way. Giovanni and Chanel, now, I’m sure you know that my beautiful baby girl and your handsome young boy have reconciled.

I am aware that they are giving it another go, and they have my total blessing.

Oh, mine too. Mine too. But, well, since they’re back together, that kind of makes us like a–a family. And certain members of your family have greatly disappointed you, while others, like me, are looking out for you.

I appreciate that.

Mm-hmm. And right now, you need a job. I need you to come work for me. Now, I’d say–I–I’d say that would be a win-win for the Price-DiMera family.

[chuckles] Oh, you are good.

Uh-huh.

You are good.

And so are you, EJ. Now, you’re a man who gets things done. You spent years running a multi-million dollar corporation. Now, that’s exactly the kind of experience I need in my administration. Now, all we have to do is just put our heads together and find a way to make this happen.

[sighs]

[hopeful music]

I won’t deny trying to manipulate Li for my own ends. But I had genuine feelings for him. And I am terribly sorry that he’s gone.

I don’t want your damn condolences.

Well, you have them. Not only am I sorry that you lost your brother, but I am sorry that I let my ambitions blind me from what could have been between us. I put my professional goals before my personal desires, and I truly regret that.

[soft dramatic music]

You’re telling me you think you two had a shot at an actual relationship?

Maybe. I mean, there was definitely a spark. And–and I’d– I’d like to believe that that really could have become something real. But now I’ll never know.

[cell phone rings]

Uh, Dr. Johnson. Thank you, uh, for letting me know.

[cell phone beeps] Uh, the police are done at the apartment if you want me to take you home.

I am definitely done.

[breathing shakily]

EJ–EJ screwed over Stefan first. He knew that his brother was brainwashed to hate me, and he said nothing.

So he could hold onto power?

Yeah. EJ wanted Stefan out of the office, but Li wanted Stefan dead. He tried to pull the plug. He tried to have him assassinated by Harris Michaels. He got what he deserved.

OK, this almost sounds like you’re justifying his murder.

No, I didn’t mean that he deserved to die. I meant that he deserved to lose his shares.

And you came up with an insane scheme to make that happen. Damn it, I told you to stay away from him.

Well, maybe I would have if he was in prison. But, no, he was out free, and he owned a piece of my husband’s company.

Right, so you did the sensible thing, which was to invent a kidnapping.

Well, I–I wouldn’t have done that if you would have done your job. You know, you didn’t get the confession out of Li, so I did what I had to do–

Oh, so this is my fault now?

I’m not saying it’s your fault.

You just said that!

I’m not blaming you. Can we please just not fight? I am scared out of my mind, and I need you on my side.

I am on your side.

Then help me, Rafe! I can’t go back to prison, not– not after what happened the last time. I can’t, OK? And Arianna? I can’t put Arianna through that again. Please, I’m begging you. Please, you have to help me.

OK. It’s gonna be OK. It’s gonna be OK, all right? I am going to help you. All right.

[sighs] So Li–Li named you in his killing, right?

OK, that does not help.

Well, actually, it might help you, OK? You blackmailed him, right? You blackmailed him so you could get his shares. How did that make him feel?

Well, what do you think? He was shocked. He was hurt.

And angry?

Very.

Right, right. Exactly. So he had motive to set you up.

For his murder? You’re–I–you think– you think that he would go this far to punish me?

You just said that he was obsessed with you. His obsession already had made him do crazy things. The guy–the guy was lonely. He was unstable. He was unemployed. And then when you and Stefan, you took those shares from him, I mean, maybe his whole life was just built on trying to get you back, and then when you did that to him, you humiliated him.

So he had somebody stab him in the back so that he could frame me?

In his sick mind, maybe it was poetic justice. You had taken everything from him–everything– except the ability for him to exact revenge.

So–so what, the– the final move in his life i-is gonna be to make sure that I am in prison for the rest of my life? You think a jury’s gonna buy that?

Well, not without proof.

So go find it.

I am going to try my best. But you need to prepare yourself for the possibility that that might not happen. I believe you, Gabi. I believe you are innocent. But as it stands now, it is gonna take a miracle to convince anyone else of that.

Thank you, Susan, for the lovely fruit basket. I–uh, yeah. Su–sure, uh, I can call you Mama Banks. Well, thank you for the beautiful gift. And–and please tell Roger thank you from us. And I’m sure EJ would have loved to say hello, but he’s not here. He actually got a new job tonight. And I think he’s gonna make all of us really proud.

My sister says she didn’t kill Li. And I believe her.

OK, well, we’ll follow the evidence, and hopefully it’ll turn out that you’re right.

Yeah. Or I’m in denial and Gabi’s going down for murder.

Let’s take one step at a time.

[tense music]

All right. Take this down to forensics. We already know Gabi’s prints are gonna be on the handle. And hopefully, with any luck, someone else’s will be too.

[sighs] Did you tell Rafe what happened?

Yeah, he wasn’t too happy about what we did to Li. But he believed me.

Well, that’s because he loves you. And he knows you’re telling the truth.

The evidence against me is pretty damning.

It is. But I have complete confidence that once the investigation is finished, you’ll be in the clear.

[laughs humorlessly] I hope so.

Hey. I know so. Like I told you before, I’m not gonna let anything bad happen to you.

I just wish I knew what actually happened. Someone tried to make it look like I killed Li. But I didn’t. So who did?

Look, we don’t have to do this. We can get a room at the Salem Inn or we can even stay at my dad’s.

No. I need to go inside. I just–I need to see it.

OK. I’m right here with you.

[somber music]

[sobbing]

I really did like you. And I’ll miss you.

[sniffles] Rest in peace, Li.

[footsteps approaching]

If you’re still crying about your old job, I–I think you need to move on. I sure have.

What are you talking about?

I just hired a new DA.

[dramatic music]

I put a call in to Belle. She’ll be here as soon as she can.

Thank you.

Mm.

Stefan, I don’t know if she can get me out of this.

Hey. You convinced your brother of your innocence. All you need to do now is convince the DA.

[door closes]

[chuckling] Good luck with that.

What the hell are you doing here?

Hello to you too, Stefan.

Just so you know, this doesn’t change anything at DiMera. You’re still out, and we’re still in.

Oh, this isn’t about DiMera. I have a new job.

Somebody actually gave you a job?

Mm. Paulina Price. I’m the newly appointed district attorney.

You must be joking.

No, not at all. I accepted the position this evening. And I am greatly looking forward to making you, Gabriella, my very first conviction.

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Thank you, Everett, for urging me to open up and… for listening. It really helped.

I hope this Chad guy knows how lucky he is. Come here.

[unsettling music]

Stephanie?

Chad, hey. What are you doing here?

I was passing by– I was, um– I was on my way home. So are you gonna introduce me to your friend here?

One lava cake to go. Sorry it took so long.

That is okay. I have a feeling it will be worth the wait. ,::,

Did you and Wendy enjoy dinner?

We did. It was delicious.

Good, I’m just still trying to get the feel for running the place, you know?

Well, you’re doing a great job. Everything was fantastic, and Wendy loved it too. She would have said it herself, but she had to step out to get a hold of her brother. Oh, and she said to say thank you for the family discount.

Oh, yeah.

I, uh–I wish we could have comped the entire meal, but as your mother knows, we need to run a tight ship around here. It’s our goal to avoid even the slightest hint of impropriety.

Hey, Wendy.

Oh, Harris, hi.

Hi. I heard we’re gonna be working together at the Salem PD.

Yeah, I’m running the IT department. Today’s my first day.

That’s great. I mean, if your fake passports are any indication of your skill level, I think we’re gonna be in good hands.

Thanks.

Is everything okay?

Oh, it’s just… I’ve been texting my brother, and I still haven’t heard back from him, so I’m a bit worried. He’s kind of having a bad day.

[dramatic musical sting]

[foreboding music]

Oh, my God. Is Li…

He’s dead.

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

Sorry, Chad. This is Everett Lynch. Everett, this is Chad DiMera.

Pleasure to meet you.

Yeah. No, I’m sure I’ll feel the same way here in a minute. First of all, how do you, uh– how do you guys know each other?

I’m her boyfriend.

What?

I’m sorry, what?

Whoa, whoa. Um… Wow, I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I totally misspoke.

[laughs] I feel like such an idiot. Um, I think I’m still getting used to the idea that Steph and I aren’t together anymore.

You two were a couple?

Um, Everett’s the guy that I told you about from Seattle.

Yeah.

Mm. The one who ghosted you?

Yes, but there’s a whole–

Yeah. No, no, no. No, it’s fine. No, Stephanie, actually– she, um– she told me all about you, that you guys were in a serious relationship, and then one day you just straight-up disappeared without a trace, no explanation, no nothing, like a coward.

Chad, I appreciate you defending me, but you don’t understand.

Don’t understand what? That this guy treated you like dirt and then ran away without the decency to tell you why?

That’s not what happened.

Huh?

I never ghosted Stephanie, at least not intentionally.

Thank you again, Mom. It was a really great meal.

You are welcome. It’s my pleasure, babe.

And mine. Come back anytime.

Thanks.

I will thank you to refrain from speaking to my son in the future.

I was just being friendly.

Friendly, right, to the guy you threatened to kill.

Only to keep you in line. He’s safe as long as you remember Clyde’s your boss, and you keep doing whatever he tells you. Lucky for you, Clyde’s real happy with your job performance so far.

And why wouldn’t he be? The customers are all happy with all the changes I’ve made. The new menu’s a hit. Profits are great.

Are you forgetting that the restaurant profits are not the one that Clyde cares about? This little place, nah, it’s a perfect front for drug distribution and money laundering. That’s what you need to keep focused on.

Listen, I can run a drug operation at a five-star restaurant in my sleep.

You better hope that that’s true, because if the police ever get wind of what’s really going on here, you and your son will be the ones who suffer the most.

Okay, listen, I know the score, Gil, so just back the hell off, okay?

Is there a problem here?

[dark music]

I got the lava cake.

Ooh, yay. I cannot wait.

[laughs]

Oh, did you want one too?

Oh, don’t even joke about that, Tripp Johnson. You know I take my desserts very seriously.

As one should. So did you, uh, get in touch with Li?

Uh, not yet. I keep texting him, but I haven’t heard back.

It really sucks what Stefan and Gabi did to him.

Yeah. I mean, what kind of psycho fakes her own kidnapping to try to blackmail someone? It makes me sad, really. I thought Gabi and I were kind of friends, but she really stabbed my brother in the back.

How did this happen?

Did you get my voicemail?

I did. You said you were headed here, but you didn’t say why.

Because Li sent me a text message saying that all the stock certificates he signed over to us were fake, that if I wanted the real ones, I needed to come here and talk to him alone.

[sighs] He lied to you, Gabi. They were real. They were authenticated in the shareholders’ meeting.

Oh, my God. He tricked me?

Yes. Yes, he did. He…

[sighs] I used those shares to fire EJ, Gabi, and as soon as the meeting was over, I rushed over here, and I… I knew things were gonna be bad, but I did not realize they would be this bad. Why did you do it? Why did you kill Li?

[suspenseful music]

So I had just mailed a letter to Stephanie. We were old-school, and we used to write each other real letters. Um, anyway, I was crossing the street, and a car ran right into me.

He spent a year in a medically induced coma.

And when I came out of it, I-I was just total wreck. Um, took me forever to recover, both physically and mentally. Um, my memory was really spotty.

By the time he remembered me and tried to reach out, I had already moved to Salem, and he didn’t have my address.

Tracking you down was really not easy, but I–I had to try. I mean, I couldn’t let her think that I just left without any explanation, you know?

Mm-hmm. So then you came to Salem to tell her what really happened?

Yeah, yeah. And honestly… I was foolish enough to think that we could just pick up where we left off.

Hmm.

[uneasy music]

Sounds like the two of you were arguing.

Uh, you know what, it’s my fault. You know, sometimes I just get a little too passionate about food, and then I have to remind myself that Gil here is the boss, and so whatever he says goes.

Well, yeah, I’m the boss, but I’m not quite the tyrant she makes me out to be. You have to remember that I need to answer to people as well, and I don’t wanna upset them.

Yeah, well, then you should listen to Ava. She has some great ideas.

Oh, I never said she didn’t. Now, Ava–Ava has a very valuable skill set. Some might even say a unique skill set. All I know is, she’s gonna make this business a huge success.

I couldn’t agree more.

Well, I need to get back to my office. Detective Michaels, good to see you again.

Yeah.

[soft ambient music] Do you–do you like working for this guy?

Meh, he’s not so bad. Why do you ask?

[laughs]

Um, I don’t know, something about him rubs me the wrong way.

That was such a great dinner. Thank you. But I feel kinda bad about leaving Li at home by himself. He doesn’t normally like to show that he’s hurting, but… today he sure didn’t hide how upset he was.

And why wouldn’t he be?

Yeah. Why wouldn’t he be? I mean, he lost his shares in the most humiliating way, and he is definitely not looking forward to telling that to our father. But I think it’s mostly about Gabi. The way she used him, it’s hurtful.

Well, to be fair–

Oh. No, I know.

[laughs] Okay, he did awful things to her too, but… he’s finally trying to put this whole obsessive thing with her behind him.

Oh, yeah? Well, that’s good.

It is. And don’t tell him I told you this, but he’s been in therapy with Dr. Evans, and he kind of had a breakthrough. I mean, he finally told me that he’s ready to move on with his life and… now I’m just worried that another betrayal by Gabi is gonna cause him a huge setback.

You’re really protective of him.

Yeah, well, he and I do bicker a lot, it’s true, but… he’s my brother… and I love him. I hate that he’s so miserable.

Well, then let’s get home and cheer him up. And who knows, maybe we can, uh, share this little, you know, lava cake with him so…

That is really sweet of you. Well, I mean, it’s coming out of your half, so.

[both laugh]

Stefan, what–what are you talking about? I didn’t–I didn’t kill Li. I showed up here, the door was open, and I found him like this.

Why are you holding the knife, Gabi? I-I-I just panicked. I don’t know. I thought– I was trying to help him by pulling it out, and then you showed up.

Okay. If that is true, then–

It is true. Of course, it is! I swear to God.

Okay. Gabi, I’m not sure how smart it was for you to pick up the knife. Your fingerprints are now on the murder weapon.

I know. I just–I freaked out. I didn’t know what else to do, but I didn’t kill Li. You have to believe me.

[sighs] I do. Okay? I do. But the question now is, Gabi: if you didn’t stab Li, who did?

[ominous music]

Mmm. That’s delicious.

It is. It was a boxed cake that I had in the freezer. Gosh, you know, we didn’t have any time to get something special. Sweet Bits, this marriage was so last minute.

Well, it wouldn’t have made any difference to them. They didn’t eat any.

Maybe they wanted to get right to the honeymoon.

Makes sense. And speaking of brides, I need to go home and see mine. I wanna tell Kate about these, uh, impromptu nuptials.

Give her my best, please.

Good night, Roman.

All right. You two take care. Good night.

Night.

[door clicks shut]

You’re awfully quiet. You okay?

No, not really. Last time we spoke, you were feeling very optimistic about getting custody of Rachel with the help of your friends. Judging by your demeanor, I’m guessing that didn’t go so well.

You could say that. They screwed me over.

I have no idea who did this. There was nobody else here when I got here.

You searched the place?

Yes.

Well, thank God for that, because if the killer had been here when you walked in, there’s no telling what would have happened.

You’re right. I mean, I just– I wish I would have never come here in the first place. Of all the rotten luck.

[eerie music]

Was it though?

Oh, well, come on. It’s not good luck, Stefan.

What I’m saying is, what if luck wasn’t in play, luck in any capacity? Look, you didn’t come here because you wanted to. Li lured you here under false pretenses. He wanted you here at his place.

So you’re saying Li lured me here so that he could set me up for his murder? That’s nuts. What is this, his body double or something?

Li’s certainly taken extreme measures before.

Are you hearing yourself? Are you–how could he possibly stab himself in the back? Could he do that?

No, no. You’re right. Never–never mind.

But hold on a second, because maybe you are… on to something. I mean, this doesn’t feel right. So maybe somebody is trying to set me up.

So you want to get back together with Stephanie then?

No. No, no. No, no. That–that came out wrong. Of course, I don’t wanna get back together with Stephanie now. I mean, she’s–she’s involved with you now. But obviously, that’s what I was hoping for when I–when I thought it was a possibility, if that makes sense. Anyway, Chad, I just wanna tell you, you are a very lucky man, okay? Steph is such an amazing woman.

I agree.

Anyway, after I recovered, I mean, just for months, I would say to myself, you know, “I need to find Steph. Reunite with her.” But, um, nonetheless, now that I know you guys are dating– or, I guess, not just dating, right? Um, Steph, you were saying last night, um, you two actually– you live together.

Last night?

Everett came by the apartment before you came home.

You didn’t–you didn’t tell me that part, did you?

Gil’s arrogant, he’s bossy, he wears so much cologne, it gives me a migraine, and he’s a pain in the ass, if you wanna know the truth, but he’s basically harmless.

You sure? He just seems off somehow, a little too slick for me.

Yeah. Yeah. I know, but nothing I can’t handle.

Well, I’m sure you’re right.

Yeah.

Am I being overprotective?

I don’t know, maybe a little, but it’s kind of nice to have somebody who’s got your back.

Well, Jada said that I’m being overprotective and maybe even a little jealous.

Jealous?

Mm.

Really? Is that true? Wait a minute, you jealous of Gil? Gil and his musky aroma? Huh? No?

[laughs] Okay. Come on, Gil is the last person that I would ever be attracted to.

That’s good to know.

So what’d you come in for? You hungry? We got great specials tonight.

Actually, I came to see you. I mean, in case you forgot, I made you a promise, and I’m here to make good on it.

Okay, let’s think for a minute, all right? Who would want to frame you for murder?

I have no idea, but I just realized, if this is a setup, we need to get out of here right now.

You’re right. Of course. Come on, let’s get out of here.

Wait, wait. What are we gonna do with this knife?

Just–

What’s going on? Why are you– Aah!

[gasping]

[dramatic music]

So yeah, Gabi and Stefan, they were just leading me on the whole time, making me believe that they were just gonna make Kristen look like an unfit parent, but that wasn’t their agenda. Their agenda the whole time was just getting Kristen’s shares of DiMera. That’s all they wanted. They weren’t gonna help me out with Rachel at all.

Brady, I’m so sorry.

It’s okay. You told me. You warned me. You said, “Don’t trust them.” You were right. But I was desperate, and I just want my little girl back.

I know, but to lie to you like that and to use a child. I mean, that’s reprehensible.

Yeah, it’s pretty shameless, but there’s nothing they won’t do to get what they want. And they say they want Kristen’s shares, but I’ll tell you what, I-I think they want a majority.

That means they’ll be targeting somebody else.

Exactly. And I pity whoever their next victim is.

Oh, my God, oh, my God! Li? Li! Li, can you hear me? Please help him, Tripp.

[cries] What have you done to him?

Nothing. Oh, nothing. We had nothing to do with it. Then why are you holding the knife? Why did you say needed to get rid of it?

Wendy, I know this looks really bad, but you are jumping to the wrong conclusion.

Oh, I don’t think so. I think it’s pretty damn obvious. Gabi killed my brother.

No, she didn’t. Li’s still alive.

[dramatic music]

When I came home last night, you didn’t say anything about your ex-boyfriend showing up on our doorstep.

I know, but it wasn’t like I was trying to keep it from you. We just didn’t have a chance to talk. It was just bad timing.

Anyway, um, it really doesn’t matter, okay? As I hope I made it clear earlier, now that I know you two are in a relationship, I’m–I’m completely backing off.

Um…

[laughs] I’m so sorry I was standoffish. Um, my bad. I just got the wrong impression of you two, I think.

Totally understand. And just by the way, um, this wasn’t planned. We just we totally ran into each other.

Mm, yeah, no. And you seem like a very nice guy, and what happened to you was awful, so best of luck.

Thank you.

Yeah. When do you head back to Seattle?

Oh, I don’t. Uh, I don’t go back to Seattle. I’m actually sticking around Salem.

[strange music]

What kind of promise?

Well, you know, remember a few weeks ago, we–we, uh–we kind of had a moment.

Why are you being so cryptic? We kissed.

Right.

Right.

Yes, we kissed, but we decided not to jump into anything romantic until our lives were back on track.

Yeah, and I must admit, that was uncharacteristically mature on both of our parts.

Wasn’t it? Not only mature, but now I am gainfully employed. And if we recall, I made a promise to you that I would take you out to dinner once I got a job. So… I would like to, uh… set up a date with you… you know, if you’re still interested.

Uh…

What? Did–did I just put you on the spot? Because if you wanna change your mind about it, it’s–

No, no, no, no. No, no, no, no, no, no. It’s just, um…

[sighs] I’m just afraid that my job’s gonna end up being a problem.

Well, how?

It’s just–it just seems like it’s gonna be, you know, all-consuming, and I– I wouldn’t want my obligations here to end up hurting you.

Come on, Ava. I know what I’m getting into. Yeah, we both got jobs, new jobs with crazy hours, but, I mean, this is not a lifetime commitment. I mean, we’re talking about one dinner… and possibly a dessert.

Whoa, wait. Whoa, whoa. Wait a minute. You didn’t mention dessert, okay? Well, now I’m talking. All right?

I was reluctant to bring out the big guns.

Uh-huh.

So what do you say?

I say let’s do it.

Great. How does, uh, tomorrow work?

Oh, that’s just perfect, actually, it’s my day off. both: Yeah.

Then it’s a date. I’ll pick you up at 😕

Okay. Oh, you know what, actually, maybe, um– maybe I should just meet you at the restaurant. Three roommates and my place, it can get a little chaotic.

[laughs]

You said he was dead.

I thought he was. He didn’t have a pulse.

It’s weak, but it’s still there. He’s still breathing.

Thank God.

Save the act. You clearly wanted him dead.

No, I didn’t. I found him like this, I swear.

Someone call , okay? We need to go to a hospital right away.

Yeah.

[gasping]

[tense music]

So you’re moving to Salem?

There’s nothing left for me in Seattle. Not only did I lose Steph, I lost my job, so there really was no point in staying.

But why here? Why Salem?

Oh, it’s not because of Steph, honestly. Um, this job popped up, I was perfect for it, and they just– they hired me on the spot.

He’s gonna go work for “The Spectator.”

Oh, yeah. I see. Okay.

Yeah. I hear they have a stellar reputation. But if I’m being honest, I just sort of needed the job. I gotta start paying all these medical bills. Turns out, being comatose for over a year, pretty expensive.

Mm.

I bet.

Anyway, um, I have an early morning, so I’m going to take off.

Good luck.

Thank you. Thank you. Um, and I know this might be too much to ask, but I honestly, genuinely hope the three of us can be friends.

I think that would be nice.

Okay. Um, see you around.

[uneasy music]

So?

Yeah?

How do you like working at the Salem PD, huh?

Uh, I like it, you know, even though I got off to a pretty rocky start.

No, what happened?

Jada and I were tasked with hunting down Dimitri Von Leuschner and Leo Stark, and we almost got ’em, actually, on Halloween night, but they–they managed to get away.

Oh, damn. That’s too bad. But I’m sure you’ll get ’em eventually.

Yeah, it’s just, you know– it’s just really frustrating.

I know. I know, but try not to let it trouble you too much. You know, you’re smart, you got great instincts, and you’re gonna be a great cop.

Thank you.

[phone beeps] I appreciate the support. Sorry, looks like they need me back on duty, says there’s been a stabbing incident.

Mm.

[sighs] Maybe we should just go home and wait for the police to contact us.

It’s best for us to wait here, that way they see we have nothing to hide.

I should probably go wipe the prints off the knife, right?

No, no. Gabi, Wendy, and Tripp saw you holding the knife. If you wipe it clean now, you’re tampering with evidence. It’ll make you look more guilty.

I already look guilty thanks to whoever’s setting me up.

Listen to me, you have nothing to worry about. Whoever’s trying to frame you for this, it’s not gonna work. Li is alive, okay? He will tell the police who did this to him. He will clear your name.

[suspenseful music]

[groaning]

[cries]

Wendy, stay back, stay back.

No, he needs to know I’m here. He needs to know he’s not alone.

Okay, just give us some room to work, okay?

[sighs] Li, it’s me, Jing-Wen. I’m right here by your side, okay?

[monitor beeping evenly]

Jing-Wen?

Yes, it’s me. You’re in the hospital right now, but you’re going to be okay. Tripp is going to take good care of you.

Don’t leave me. Don’t leave me.

I won’t. I won’t, I promise. Okay, I’ll stay right here by your side, just like you’ve always stayed by mine. Li, can you tell me what happened? Tell me who did this to you.

[grunting weakly]

[monitor flatlines]

You and Detective Michaels looked mighty cozy. I hope you didn’t let anything slip about a little operation.

Oops. Wait, was that supposed to be a secret?

[gasps] Oh, no. I probably shouldn’t have said that our sugar packets are filled with cocaine.

You do understand, Ava, that if you ever do let anything slip, you’ll be putting a target on the good detective’s back right along with the one on your son’s.

Oh, my God, this isn’t my first rodeo, Gil. I know the score.

Good. Well, come with me. There’s a shipment coming in, and I need you to supervise out back.

Yeah, I’m coming.

[dark music]

[phone beeps]

“It would be nice,” huh?

What would?

For us to be– for us to be friends, you, me, Everett. That’s what you said.

I was being polite.

Okay, then let me be really, really direct right now. I don’t think it would be nice at all. I think it would be awkward as hell, and it actually reminds me a lot of what we just went through with Alex.

This is totally different, Chad.

How so? Alex lusted after you, and so does Avri–Ev– whatever his name is, obviously.

What a crude way to put it.

Okay, I’m sorry, you know what? They both think that you’re an amazing woman, and they’d really love for me to be out of the picture so they can make a move on you. There, less crude? Better?

In the case of Everett, as he just explained to you just now, he was in a catastrophic car accident and spent a year in a coma, so I think we might both try to have a little compassion for him.

Pfft, okay, fine, whatever. Yeah, sure. I have compassion for the guy. Okay? I do. I’m sure he’s been to hell and back, but that doesn’t mean I need to be pals with the guy, especially when he shows up out of the blue on our doorstep, and he thinks he’s still your boyfriend.

He doesn’t think that.

That’s what he just said!

And he apologized for that. He said he misspoke, and he was obviously very embarrassed by it. And why are you suddenly trashing him when you just said that you apologized for being standoffish and that he seemed like a nice guy?

I was being polite.

So you didn’t mean it?

Okay. You know what? You know what, Stephanie? Yes, I’m sorry for everything that he’s been through. I am–I am–I am sure it’s been terrible, the car crash, the coma, losing his job, losing you, but I sure as hell am not gonna be charmed by some guy who’s clearly still in love with you.

You know what, Chad, having someone still in love with me, someone who thinks that I’m the most amazing woman they’ve ever known, as you put it… it feels good, actually, especially since–

Especially since what? What, I’m a jerk now and I don’t appreciate you because I don’t wanna get on a bended knee and beg you to marry me?

You know damn well I understand why you don’t wanna marry me, that having lost your wife not all that long ago in such a tragic way, but it doesn’t mean it doesn’t hurt.

I’m sorry. Okay?

[sighs] I’m sorry, all right? I’m sorry for being so hard on you about Everett, and I’m sure that it is very hard for you too. You know, this guy who’s been gone for, you know, whatever long, and he shows up and somebody you were clearly obviously once in love with. I’m sure it’s very hard. And… yeah, he seems like a nice guy too.

He is.

[haunting music] I’m going home.

[monitor flatlines]

This can’t be real.

[cries] I thought he was gonna be okay. I mean, we were just talking, and then all of a sudden…

[sobs]

I’m so sorry, Wendy. We did everything we can.

I can’t believe it. I can’t believe he’s gone.

[somber music]

Listen to me, you have nothing to worry about. Li will clear your name, I’m sure of it.

God, I hope you’re right. I can’t believe I thought he was dead. I-I feel so bad about that. I could have gotten him help sooner.

Gabi, that is not your fault. You were a wreck, walking in on him like that. You couldn’t feel his pulse.

Yeah, I’m just glad Tripp got here when he did, and he got him to the hospital. But yes, you’re right. You’re right. We have to stay positive. Everything’s gonna work out.

[knock at door]

Gabi, Stefan.

I hear you’re working for Salem PD now.

Yeah. Yeah.

I take it you’re here on the assault?

Yes, I am.

Did you talk to Tripp? How’s Li?

I’m afraid Mr. Shin didn’t make it.

Oh no. No, no, no. Oh, my God. No.

Are you sure?

I just got off the phone with the hospital.

Did he identify his attacker before he died?

He did.

Oh, thank God. Okay.

He said it was you.

[dramatic musical sting]

What? No, that’s not true.

Gabriella Hernandez DiMera, you’re under arrest for the murder of Li Shin.

Wha–

[dramatic music]

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[door clicks open]

Good, you’re home.

Yeah. Well, I got the message that you wanted to talk. It sounded urgent.

[soft dramatic music]

It is.

Okay.So what’s going on?

But before you get married to Sloan and you start a family, you have to look into your heart, see how you really feel. Darling, that’s only fair to Sloan.

[sighs] Okay. Look, Eric, whatever it is you want to say, just say it.

This calls for a celebration.

And how nice of EJ to provide the champagne. Here is to–

[door opens]

What hell kind of a game are you two playing?

EJ, how nice of you to join us. Gabi was about to propose a toast.

Here’s to your shotgun wedding.

And your early retirement. Enjoy it, brother.

You had your fun with that stunt downstairs, but you need to stop. Enough of this asinine charade where you pretend to take over DiMera. You know damn well that isn’t happening.

Oh, but it is.

Oh, and there’s nothing pretend about it.

See, Li turned his shares over to me and Gabi, and that makes us majority shareholders, which means you’re out.

Cheers!

[tense music]

Thanks for calling to check on me Dr. Evans.

Well, our session was very productive, but it was also very intense. I just wanted to see how you’re feeling

Good. Grateful. Without you I might never have made the connection between what happened with Xiao Xing and my desperate need to hold on to Gabi.

Well, you should be very proud. You made a lot of progress, but there’s a lot we have yet to work on.

Even though my fixation with Gabi is a thing of the past?

You know, I’m glad you’re feeling so positive about it, but you’re really not out of the woods yet. I think we need to work some more on it. In fact, you know, your feelings for Gabi–

I have no feelings for Gabi. Not anymore. She’s as good as dead to me.

[tense music]

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

So EJ, now that Li has signed his shares over to me and Gabi, there’s nothing preventing us from calling an emergency shareholders meeting and ousting you as CEO.

You actually tricked that poor man into believing you’d been kidnapped.

Ah, poor man? He tried to kill my husband. He admitted it on tape.

A tape you use to blackmail him into giving you his shares.

EJ, I did what I had to do. Isn’t that the DiMera way?

Oh. Oh. You, Gabriella, are no DiMera.

Oh, but she is, EJ. She’s my wife.

She’s a scheming bitch, and you’re the idiot she has wrapped around her gold digging little finger. How ashamed father would be to know that you’re co-mingling with such inferior stock.

Says the product of father taking a turkey baster to an unhinged Elvis fanatic.

Oh, oh, oh. Easy now. Wouldn’t want my husband to spill some blood on that nice suit of yours, at least not before you and Nicole take some lovely wedding photos.

[dramatic music]

Well, Eric, you’re starting to make me nervous, okay? Can you just please say whatever it is you wanted to say.

What I want to say is that… I want us to get married today.

[soft dramatic music]

Today?

[laughing] Okay. Well, what brought this on? I mean, what made you think you want to get married today of all days?

Hey, listen, if you’re happy I’m– I’m happy for you. I mean, this is what you want, right? Not just because of the baby?

I do love EJ.

Is it so wrong for us to– for me to want to spend the rest of our lives together?

No, but it just seems a little… spur of the moment.

It is still what you want, right?

More than anything.

Then what are we waiting for?

Johnny and Holly are putting away the food.

Ooh, great. Hopefully EJ and I can enjoy some of those sliders after he finishes setting Gabi and Stefan straight. He just went upstairs.

Yeah, a real class act, those two, hijacking your wedding with some bogus claims that they’re firing EJ.

Right? You better beef up security when you and Stephanie tie the knot.

[tense music]

Yeah.

Everett. What are you still doing in Salem?

I–I live here now.

[soft dramatic music]

You live in Salem? Since when?

I just accepted a job here.

Okay. That makes no sense. When we were together in Seattle, you were this hotshot newspaper reporter, hustling like crazy to land big stories so you could move to a major market like New York or DC. Why would you want to work in Salem?

Well, I got a good offer. This guy named Xander Cook just hired me to be the new Editor in Chief at “The Salem Spectator.” Apparently, the previous editor suddenly just left town.

Yeah. My cousin Gwen. I heard she took off, but… I still don’t get it. Why would you want to work at a local paper? That seems like a big step backward.

Yeah. Restarting my career after the accident hasn’t gone as smoothly as I’d hoped.

You couldn’t get your old job back? By the time I recovered, they’d already filled the position. They offered me freelance work, but not exactly going to pay the bills. This gig at “The Spectator” may not win me a Pulitzer, but it does offer a pretty decent salary and chance to start fresh.

Yeah, in my hometown.

Will that be an issue?

I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have assumed you and Stephanie were getting married. I obviously upset you.

No, no, no. It’s– it’s fine. Yeah. But back to the fiasco at your wedding. EJ told me that he wasn’t on the best terms with Gabi and Stefan, but I had no idea it was that bad. Just when you think they couldn’t sink any lower.

[tense music]

You may have Li Shin’s shares, but the board will never approve my removal. The board has nothing to do with it.

Yeah, the shareholders decide. I’ve called a meeting for this afternoon, and once we give you the boot, we can get started on remaking Stephano’s company as we see fit.

You conniving snake.

EJ, you’re going to want to watch the way you talk to my wife, because you’re going to be looking for a job soon. You might need her to write you a letter of recommendation.

Li, I realize that your feelings for Gabi are heightened. That’s one of the things we need to work on.

Of course, and I can hear the concern in your voice, Dr. Evans, but I can assure you that I was speaking figuratively when I said Gabi was dead to me. What I meant was– is what I’ve said before, that I’m eager to put this toxic relationship with my ex-wife behind me.

Good. I look forward to our next session.

Me too.

Goodbye, Li.

Goodbye, Dr. Evans.

[suspenseful music]

Li?

Wendy, I didn’t hear you come in.

What are you doing with that knife?

Listen, we love each other. We’re starting a family together, building a life. I mean… isn’t that all the reason to make it official?

[gentle music]

It would strengthen our chances with the adoption agencies.

That too. So tell me, what are we waiting for?

Nothing.

Nothing? Does– does that mean…

Yes.

Yes!

Let’s do it.

[laughs] Let’s get married.

You said you forgave me, but obviously that never happened, so this is some pathetic attempt at getting revenge.

Pathetic? We’re about to take over DiMera, and you’re about to be out on your ass.

Yeah. EJ, I would actually head over to the office and see if there are any personal effects you might want to pick up.

Yeah, the movers are coming, and if there’s anything left of you– I mean, your stuff, it’s going in the trash.

[tense music]

You won’t get away with this.

We already have.

I was going to start prepping dinner, just thought I’d check the recipe on my phone first.

[soft dramatic music] Why are you looking at me like that?

Well, for one thing, you left a voice message telling me that you needed help.

I did?

[laughing] I don’t even remember. And honestly, I’m fine.

Yeah. You didn’t sound fine when you left that message. Hey, you had therapy today, right? How did it go?

Great. Dr. Evans, she’s amazing.

Okay, Li, drop the act and tell me what’s wrong.

Oh, my goodness. Don’t you look handsome?

Thank you.

What’s the occasion?

I am going to a wedding.

Oh, a wedding?

Yeah.

Who’s getting married?

I am.

[soft dramatic music] Mom, I wanted to ask, will you do Sloan and me the honor of officiating? Mom, will you please marry us?

I thought this day would never come, especially after I lost our baby. Finally, here it is. I am going to be Mrs. Eric Brady… And there is nothing that Nicole or her baby can do to stop it.

So Gabi and Stefan got Megan and Dimitri’s shares?

And last night they got Kristen’s.

How?

I’m not exactly sure, but unlike your brother, I’m not worried about it.

That’s good.

Is everything okay?

Sorry. Yeah. Yeah, I just–I left a message for Stephanie earlier. I wanted to see if she got back to me.

Oh, well, we missed her today. And when I made that crack about you two getting married, the expression on your face turned dark.

Did it?

Just like it is now.

[somber music] Chad, is everything okay with you two?

Why would you living in Salem be an issue for me?

Oh, no. I’m not saying it would, just… with our history–

That’s exactly what it is: history. And you have a right to live wherever you want, obviously.

Right, obviously. But even so, I’m just saying that I will totally respect your boundaries. I mean, I know you’re-

you’re living with somebody else now. Speaking of which, I take it he was cool when you told him you ran into your ex?

Actually, Chad doesn’t know I saw you.

Gabi tricked you into thinking she’d been kidnapped?

It was all a ruse to get my DiMera shares.

But how did she trick you? What did she do?

It doesn’t matter. It’s done now. Wait till father finds out about it. I can just hear him. “Damn you, Li. “You let that woman make a fool of you. I’m ashamed to call you my son.”

Hey, forget him.

[laughing]

He’s a tyrant. We both know that. His expectations are absurd and outdated.

Maybe so. But if I fail to meet his approval, he doesn’t listen to me. He doesn’t care what I think or how I feel. He just swoops in, takes over, takes control of my life and ruins everything.

What are you talking about?

[ominous music]

I lost the first woman that I ever truly loved because of father. Her name was Xiao-Xing.

What? You never told me that. You were just a little girl at the time. Why would I burden you with it? Actually, I haven’t told anyone… until today.

Dr. Evans?

She helped me see that there’s a direct line from that loss to my obsession with Gabi. And so when I left our session, that revelation–it… lifted my spirits, gave me hope… Made me think that I could actually let Gabi go. That was then. And now…

And now, what?

Now I wish that lying bitch nothing but pain and misery.

The moment I learned Rolf had you on ice, I should have told him to rip Jake’s heart out of your chest.

See EJ, that’s why I’m such a better chess player than you are. While you’re sitting here second guessing yourself, I’m always five moves ahead.

This match is far from over.

Hmm, the only thing sadder than a mediocre chess player is one who doesn’t realize he’s been bested.

Enjoy your extended honeymoon.

And you two enjoy your little victory, because I promise you, it won’t last. Not only will I be back on top at DiMera, but I will make sure you pay dearly for what you have done. My next move… will end you.

Oof.

Well, then.

Stephanie wants to know that I’m committed to a future with her, and I get that, but I just can’t make any promises to her right now.

I’m sorry about that. I didn’t realize you were still struggling to move on, and I just thought that you and Stephanie were so happy.

We were, but now we’re barely speaking.

That’s too bad. You know, it seems like you’ve been honest with her about Abigail and your lingering grief. And Stephanie loved her, so she should understand.

She does. I thought she did. In the beginning of our relationship, we were open and honest, and we talked about everything. But now she just seems disappointed and hurt, and she’s shutting me out, so I don’t– I don’t know what’s going on with her.

[soft dramatic music]

You didn’t tell your boyfriend you ran into me?

It’s not like I was keeping it from him. I just didn’t get a chance. Okay? I had an early meeting this morning, and last night when he got home–

Look, I know you two are having problems. I saw you two arguing at the pub, remember?

That was no big deal.

You ran out in tears.

You really shouldn’t spy on people, Everett. It’s creepy and weird.

You’re totally, totally right. And if it’s any consolation, I couldn’t hear anything you were saying.

Yeah. No, it makes me feel so much better knowing that you were just watching us through the window.

[laughs]

And then you followed me home.

Listen, I only did that because I wanted to get you alone so I could explain to you how badly–

That you want me back.

Yeah.

Look, I really don’t want to have this conversation right now.

Well, then, why don’t you tell me about the conversation you had with your boyfriend, the argument?

That is none of your business.

I disagree.

You disagree?

Steph, I may have dropped out of your life for a few years, okay? Very, very, unintentionally, as you now know, but I– I still care deeply about you. And I know for a fact you don’t like to keep things bottled up. So I give you my word. I will not judge you. I’m not going to criticize you. I’m not even going to tell you what to do. I will just listen like I used to. I’m a good listener. You know I am. I don’t know, maybe it’ll ease the burden of what you’re going through. Talk to me, Steph.

I mean, I love Stephanie. I–I– I do. But after officiating your wedding today, I can’t imagine exchanging vows with anyone other than Abigail, so… Look at me, I’m– I’m a self-pitying idiot. I’m sorry.

No, stop. No, you’re not. I understand. My situation with Eric isn’t the same as yours with Abigail, because he is– was the love of my life, much like Abigail was yours. But now he’s– he’s happy with Sloan, and I’m happy with EJ. But… when someone has your heart like that… I know it’s– I’m not sure if it’s possible to fully let them go.

Ever since you were a little boy, you’ve been so thoughtful about your decision-making process, always weighing the pros and the cons.

Mom, I know this sounds impulsive, but I swear it isn’t.

[gentle music]

You know, a couple of hours ago, you told me that EJ and Nicole were getting married today. So do you expect me to believe that your rush to marry Sloan had nothing to do with that?

Mom, I admit… As I have admitted to you in the past, a part of me will always love Nicole, but I’m not going to let it stop me from living my life.

Nobody wants you to do that. I just want you to be very clear about what you’re feeling and why you’re taking this very big step.

I am clear. I’m sure about this decision. Mama, I really want to marry Sloan today, So would you please marry us?

I will.

Thank you.

No disrespect to your new guy, but why would he ask you to move in with him and his kids if he was still mourning his late wife?

You make it sound like Chad was keeping something from me. He wasn’t. He was up front with me about Abigail from the very beginning.

Right. Meaning?

Meaning I knew how much he loved her, and that he’d never get over losing her, but I also knew that he hoped he could see a future with me.

Right. Sounds, um, risky.

It was, for both of us. But we decided to take a leap of faith.

[gentle music] And yes, we’re going through a rough patch, but that’s all it is, and I’m confident that we can work through it. Chad’s a wonderful man, and what we have is worth fighting for.

Yeah. Well, thank you for sharing all that with me.

Well, Salem is a small town. Now that you live here, you probably would have heard anyway.

[laughing]

And look, I hope you don’t think that I took this job at “The Spectator” just because you live here. The last thing that I want to do is make your life more complicated.

I believe you.

So what would you say if I treated you to one of those ridiculous pumpkin spice lattes you love? You do still love them, don’t you?

I still do.

Do you want my two cents?

If I said no, would it stop you?

Probably not.

Okay, then, shoot.

Look, I know we all wish we had some magical power that we could use to keep the people we love from leaving us, but obviously we don’t. And when someone precious to us leaves us, whether it be divorce or death… we have a choice. And we could choose to stop living… Or we could take a chance at happiness and grab it with both hands.

[tender music] And I know that’s what I’ve done with EJ, and I think that you should do the same with Stephanie.

I have a very wise sister-in-law.

I don’t know about that, but I am pretty good.

[laughs] Listen, I know this is a cliche, and you’ve probably heard it a million times, but I think that Abby would want you to find love. And she would want you to be happy.

I’ve heard it a lot, but for some reason, right now, it’s registering. Thank you.

You’re welcome.

Where are you going?

I’m going to go make things right. I hope it’s not too late.

Good luck.

Congratulations, son. I mean it, okay? I’m really happy for you.

Do you mean that? Because I know you don’t like Sloan.

Look, if she gives my chowder another chance, all is forgiven. Okay?

There’s the spirit.

[laughing]

[doorbell rings]

Oh, I’ll get it. Well, here comes the bride.

Wow.

Hi, everyone.

Sloan, you look lovely.

I second that.

Oh.

Hi.

Brady, come in. Perfect timing, you can join us.

Uh, okay. What’s going on here?

Well, Eric and Sloan are getting married, and Marlena is about to get everything started.

Dad, this is a wedding?

It is, and I could really use a best man– that is, if you’re interested.

Brother, I’d be honored, of course.

Thank you.

All righty, let’s get this party started.

[tender music]

Hey, how did it go?

Gabi and Stefan called a shareholders meeting.

They can’t do that.

Thanks to Li Shin, they can. He gave them his shares.

What? They have the power to oust me from DiMera, and there’s not a damn thing I can do to stop them.

[tense music] That damn simp.

I feel so stupid.

I’m freaking furious. Look, I hate that Gabi did this to you. But Li, what you said about wishing her pain and misery–

Don’t worry. As much as I’d love to see Gabi get what’s coming to her, it’s not coming from me. I’m not going to retaliate.

Good, because she’s not worth it. Okay, Gabi has taken up enough of your time and energy. You should focus on your work with Dr. Evans.

Hm.

[sighs] I plan to.

[gentle music]

I love you so much, big brother. Whatever you need, I’m here.

Thanks. That means a lot to me.

[phone beeps]

Oh. It’s Tripp. We were supposed to have dinner tonight. I’ll just cancel.

No, no. Don’t do that.

Well, I want to stay here with you.

No, no. Go. Be with your boyfriend.

Are you sure?

Absolutely. At least one of us should be happy.

How do I look?

Oh, like somebody that’s going to take over a multibillion-dollar company.

With you by my side. Are you sure you don’t want me to go to the office with you?

No, no, no. You stay here, relax. When I get back, we’ll pick up our celebration where we left off.

I can’t wait.

[suspenseful music]

Ooh. Ow, the baby just kicked really hard.

Oh, he’s probably just as angry as I am at his Uncle Stefan and Aunt Gabi.

Uh, or she’s certainly not happy about something.

[chuckles] She.

He.

[laughing]

Do you, Sloan Mia Sara Petersen, take Eric to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish till death do you part?

I do.

And do you, Eric Roman Brady, take Sloan to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish till death do you part?

[soft dramatic music]

Honey?

Yeah? Yes, yes.

Okay.

I do.

May I have the rings, please?

Eric, would you put this on your bride’s finger and repeat after me. With this ring, I thee wed.

With this ring… I thee wed.

Sloan, put this on Eric’s finger and repeat after me. With this ring, I thee wed.

With this ring, I thee wed.

All right. By the power vested in me, I now pronounce that you are husband and wife. You may kiss the bride.

Okay. So that is a done deal. Eric is once again a married man.

Mm-hmm.

How do you feel about that?

Fine, fine. Okay. Um, here’s hoping his new wife treats him right.

[soft dramatic music]

Okay.

[moans] Our first time making love as husband and wife.

Did it feel different?

Oh, I felt– I felt more connected to you.

I felt it too.

[soft dramatic music]

Are you sure?

What do you mean?

Well, there was that one moment in the wedding. Eric, are you sure this is what you really want? Like, if you’re having second thoughts about getting married, about marrying me– This is exactly… exactly where I want to be. You as my wife. I love you, Sloan Petersen. Sloan Petersen-Brady, I mean.

[laughing]

I love you, Eric Brady.

It appears Gabi and Stephan’s coup is complete. The shareholders just voted to oust me as CEO.

EJ, honey, look at me.

[gentle music] We will do everything we can to take back what those two grifters stole from you…tomorrow. Okay? Right now, what do you say we go down to the secret room and consummate our union?

Why, Mrs. DiMera, what a naughty suggestion.

Oh, my goodness. You ain’t seen nothing yet.

Oh.

Don’t tell the baby.

[laughing] Thank you, Everett, urging me to open up and for listening. It really helped.

Well, I hope this Chad guy knows how lucky he is.

Stephanie?

[tense music]

Li, hey. Tripp and I just finished dinner. I’m calling to see if you want anything from the Bistro. Okay, that’s a lie. I’m calling to check up on you. Look, what Gabi did to you sucks, but I know you’re going to put her behind you and find the woman who’s right for you, someone who will love you and only you. You’re a great guy, Li, and you have your whole life ahead of you.

[dramatic music]

[knocking on door]

[knocking on door]

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

I should, uh– I should probably get into a tux or something–

No, no. Wear what you have on. It’s fine.

What? It’s a wedding.

Nicole and I have done this before, and we’re not standing on ceremony. We have all the elements that matter-

license, champagne, sliders, something called “pig in blankets.” I don’t know.

Ooh, those are good. Interesting for a wedding reception, but-

Well, there’s no accounting for the tastes of a pregnant woman.

[both chuckle] Nicole’s due date is drawing near, and, uh, we decided last night that today was the day. And I don’t want my child born out of wedlock.

Why? It’s never stopped you before. Oh-hoh-hoh-hoh! Huh? Huh?

Yes, yes, yes. But now I have a chance to do things right this time. Nicole and I have been through a long and tortuous journey to get to this day, and the path is finally clear, and…

[breathes deeply] I want to make the most of it.,::,

[soft dramatic music]

My dad and Nicole are getting married today.

Eric? Eric.

Nicole. Hey, hi.

[chuckles drily] You were a million miles away.

Actually, I– I was right here. I was…thinking about you.

Why?

Johnny, he told me that you and EJ are getting married today. Congratulations.

So what was all that about before? You’re–you’re really not cool with the wedding?

[groans] Not exactly.

Why not? Why–why don’t you want my dad to marry your mom? You have some kind of problem with my dad or something?

No, no, no, he-he’s been great to Mom and me.

Okay, then why aren’t you happy for ’em?

Because…

Because what?

Because if your dad marries my mom, I’ll never have a chance with the man of mydreams.

Did I just hear you right, Gabi? Did you just say you’ve been kidnapped?

Yes. I’m scared to death.

Where are you?

I can’t figure out where I am. Please, you need to help me, Li!

Why are you calling me and not Stefan?

[sighs] Because he can’t do anything. Look, I know that you hate my guts, but if you ever loved me, please.

Okay, I’ll call the police right now.

No. You can’t. Uh, they said–

[phone beeps]

They? Who did this to you, Gabi? Gabi, you still there? Gabi?

[dramatic music]

Thank you for making it on such short notice. Your cooperation is crucial to our success.

[sinister music]

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

Well, the baby will be here soon, and EJ and I decided last night that we would like to be married before that happens.

So today’s the day?

Yes.

[chuckles] And in retrospect, we–we probably shouldn’t have sprung it on Holly the way we did.

Holly’s not happy?

[soft dramatic music]

It’s just-

something about us getting married is bothering her.

She doesn’t like EJ?

No, I mean, she likes him–a lot. You know, and he-

he always turns on the charm when she’s around.

Yeah, I bet he does.

It just surprised me… Until she explained what she was feeling.

What’s that?

It seems that Holly has been holding out hope all this time, you know, for you and me. That we would find our way back to each other.

[exhales deeply] You’re in love.

Oh, God, I feel so stupid. I should’ve kept my mouth shut.

It’s okay, all right? You can talk to me. And besides, I think I might kind of get what’s going on here.

You do?

Yes. I was at the pub earlier, picking up some food for the reception, and I overheard Tate talking to my Uncle Eric.

About me?

Mm-hmm. Said something about you being into some older guy.

[laughs incredulously] He said that?

It’s okay, all right? You can talk to me. After today, I’m gonna be your big brother.

[exhales deeply] Yeah, you are.

So who’s this dream man?

It’s–I–

[laughs nervously] You’re not gonna believe it.

Okay, try me.

It’s– it’s your dad.

[clears throat]

Well, I am glad that, um– that at least one of us is doing well in the romance department.

Chad, I’m so sorry you and Stephanie have hit a rough patch.

Yeah, me too.

Are you sure you don’t want to ask her to join?

No. No, no, no. Even if I did, I, uh– I doubt she would come. She’s, uh–she’s not all that happy with me at the moment. And plus, you know, being at a wedding when I’ve just made it clear that I’m not ready for marriage might be a little much.

Yeah, I get that. Also, Chad, if it’s– if it’s difficult for you to be around this wedding, I– I’ll bribe a judge or something.

[laughter]

No, no. Oh, you don’t gotta do that. I’m, um–no, I’m happy to marry you and Nicole. I am. But if I’m gonna do it, I should probably start working on getting ordained, especially if you want to get actually married today.

[tender music]

It means a great deal to me that you’ll be part of this.

Yeah. We’ve had some, um– some real bad times, you and I.

Yes.

But we’ve had some good ones too.

Yes.

You’re my brother, and I love you very much.

I love you too.

Oh, God, look at us. The old man, he’d be beaming right now, huh?

I know. And then he would order his spies to find out if we’re plotting against him.

Yes.

[chuckles]

That he would.

[sighs]

Why would I help you?

Because you owe me.

[sinister music] Damn it. You helped Megan brainwash Harris Michaels to kill me, or have you forgotten that?

I also kept you alive for four years, and you never once thanked me.

Thank you.

And the only reason I got involved in the Michaels business is because Megan assured me that it was what Stefano would have wanted.

What my father would have wanted is for you to help me nail Megan’s right-hand man, Li Shin, so he could finally release his hold over the DiMera legacy, and his stock shares will finally be consolidated back into the family.

I see your point.

Then you’ll do it?

Long live the DiMeras.

I’m sorry that Holly’s upset.

It’ll be all right. Like I said, she adores EJ. It’s just…

[soft dramatic music] She misses you.

I miss her too.

I know you two were really great together. It’s just a shame that you and I couldn’t be great.

Hey, listen, if you’re happy, I’m– I’m happy for you. I mean, this is what you want, right, not just because of the baby?

I do love EJ.

Listen, I’m not asking you to justify anything to me.

Well, I disagree, ’cause I think we need to talk about it. Look, EJ and I have a long history, and most of it was pretty bleak. You know, we were once crazy in love, and then we ended up hating each other–

Yeah, I’m well aware of that, Nicole.

And when we first got together, it was because, you know, I was pregnant. And then I lost the baby, and then… you know what happened after that.

Sami.

And now that she’s out of the picture, EJ and I are finally, finally seeing each other clearly.

And you like what you see?

Well, he’s far from perfect. But so am I.

If you hadn’t gotten pregnant, or that baby had been mine, would you be marrying EJ today?

Probably not. But this baby is EJ’s. And I’m finally gonna give birth to a healthy child. And it just seems like a sign that EJ and I were meant to be. Ah, anyway, gosh, how are you doing? I mean, any more progress about the adoption since we last spoke?

Yeah, um, a little. Just– it’s gonna take a while.

Yeah. Well, you and Sloan will look better on paper once you tie the knot.

[chuckles]

It’ll speed things up.

Yeah, that’s what Sloan said.

Yeah. Well, listen, um… I’m happy if you’re happy. Uh, I should get going.

Yeah, me too. Um… Nicole?

Yeah?

Good luck.

Thanks. You too.

[laughing] Wait, your dream man is my dad?

Quiet. I–I shouldn’t have said that. It’s just a stupid crush, really. I mean, he’s good-looking and British and rich and lives in a mansion. He’s like Mr. Darcy.

Oh, well, my dad is no Mr. Darcy, I can promise you that.

Well, not the Colin Firth version. The one I saw in my head when I read the book. But nothing’s gonna happen, obviously. It’s just a stupid crush, like I said. And once he marries my mom, I have to get over it– forever.

So you’re really cool with all this?

Yeah.

Yeah?

I’m–I’m over it. I get that having a crush on a way older guy who’s in love with my mom and having a baby with her is, like, totally inappropriate.

Right.

EJ, hi.

Sorry, am I interrupting?

[clears throat]

Hey.

Where’s Rolf?

I sent him off to work on phase two. Did he take the bait?

Gobbled it up like the shark he is.

Mm.

[dramatic music]

Where are you, Jing-Wen? I’m at the apartment, and I need your help. Wait. I just remembered you have a new job, which means you’re at the police station. Uh, forget I called. I’ll figure this out. Damn it. Just have to look for Gabi myself. Rolf. What are you doing in Salem?

I have something very important to discuss with you.

It’s gonna have to wait. I’m on my way out.

I suggest you make time to hear what I have to say.

I’m dealing with an emergency right now. Gabi’s been kidnapped.

I know. That is why I’m here.

[sinister music]

What?

Megan Hathaway-

ah, excuse me, I should say Megan DiMera– is the one who kidnapped her.

Megan took Gabi? Why?

Megan wishes to assume her rightful place as the head of DiMera Enterprises. Her plan is to use Gabi as leverage so that she can take possession of Stefan’s shares of stock.

Are you serious?

Oh, yeah. But given Megan’s current status as a fugitive from justice, she requires an ally. She is determined that you should be this ally. I come here as her emissary.

So if Megan’s the one who wants something from me, why did Gabi call me for help?

Because Gabi’s life depends on your cooperation.

I don’t understand.

Megan knows how much you care for Gabi, and so do I. You and Megan came to me as allies when you asked me to brainwash Harris Michaels, but the two of you wanted Stefan dead for different reasons. She wanted the company, and you wanted Stefan out of Gabi’s life so you could have her for yourself.

Okay, look, that was a while ago. I never should have joined forces with Megan, and I never should have tried to have Stefan killed. What I did was wrong. It was depraved.

Not to mention criminal.

I realize that now. That’s why I’m going into therapy, so I can let go of my unhealthy obsession with Gabi.

You think that will work?

I know it will. I saw Dr. Marlena Evans today, and I had a major breakthrough.

I hope this isn’t a bad time.

No. No. I’ve always got time for you. You know that.

[laughs] Well, it won’t take very long.

It’s okay. I’m on a break.

Good. Um, I spoke with Belle.

How did she seem to you?

She wanted me to tell you that you don’t have to worry about her.

Easier said than done.

[chuckles] She, uh–she misses Shawn, but she is glad to hear that he’s in rehab, and he’s making progress.

Wonderful.

She’s doing really well under these circumstances.

Good. Now, what about you?

[soft dramatic music] Tell me why you’re really here.

Uh, I–I was just saying that mom thinks this dress is, like, totally inappropriate for the wedding, but I like it.

You should wear what you want. I’ll smooth it over with your mother.

Thanks, really. Also, I’m sorry about this morning.

Holly, it’s okay. We told you rather abruptly that we were getting married today. It’s fine.

Yeah, still, I should have been cool with it, and I wasn’t. But I am now. I’m totally fine, and I’m happy for you guys, honest.

That means a great deal to me, and it will to your mother as well. I’m gonna go get changed.

All right. I’ll be up in a sec.

Thanks so much for not saying anything to him.

Come on, I would never do that. And besides, you’re over him, right?

Yeah, I am.

Okay.

It’s just– well, I know I should want to be with somebody my own age, but high school guys are, like, the worst.

Eh.

The ones I know, anyway.

Well, I would say maybe stick with high school guys until you’re at least .

[both chuckle] Ah, look at me, already being the protective big brother. Um, well, listen, I should probably go help my dad get ready, okay? Okay.

[playful music]

[sighs] I can’t believe I told him I was into his dad. Ew. But what was I gonna do? There’s no way I could tell him the truth.

[footsteps approaching]

Ooh, tell who the truth about what?

It’s good that you’re seeing Dr. Evans for your little problem. So by all rights, you should be sitting in a prison cell right now f–

For trying to have Stefan killed. I know what I did, all right?

[sinister music] And I’m gonna change. For starters, you can tell Megan that she can get someone else to do her dirty work.

Oh, so you don’t care what happens to Gabi?

Of course I do. You’re gonna take me to her right now.

This breakthrough of yours, I have to say, I’m not convinced.

Where’s Gabi, damn it?

Oh, my God, stop shouting. I’m right here, for crying out loud.

Oh. You’re all right. Gabi, thank God you got away.

Eh. You dumbass, I tricked you.

What?

Oh, you didn’t know that you were being played?

[chuckles] You fell for it, hook, line, and sinker.

I–I don’t understand. Who was playing me?

Oh, well, maybe this will help you out. Stefan! You’re on!

[sinister music]

I never should have joined forces with Megan, and I never should have tried to have Stefan killed. What I did was wrong. It was depraved.

Not to mention criminal.

I realize that now.

[recorder beeps] H-how did–how did you– Your call. You set me up.

You must be pretty disappointed in us, Li, seeing as you’ve been such a model citizen up until now. You want to give us a moment?

Of course.

Nice work. Li. You got a choice to make right now. Option A is Gabi takes this recording to her brother.

Rafe, you know, my brother, the one that’s still furious that you got away with what you did to Stefan. He’d love another crack at you. And a taped confession could really help his case.

You can’t do that.

Which is why we think you’ll prefer option B. It’s the, uh, easy way.

The easy way?

Hm.

You just sign your DiMera shares over to us. It’s so easy.

Are you kidding me?

Or you can hang onto your shares and go to Statesville for a very long time. Your call.

I swear, Mom, you didn’t just hear me talking to myself.

Okay, then what did I hear?

I was, eh…running my lines.

Your lines? For what?

I guess I didn’t tell you. I’m gonna be in the school play.

Oh! That’s great. What’s the play? I mean, I hope it’s a big part. I hope we get to see you up there doing your thing. Oh, hi.

Hello.

Hi. both: Mwah.

Oh, my God! You can’t see the bride the day of the wedding!

Well, it’s a bit late to be worried about that.

Yeah, but she has her dress now. I mean, she doesn’t have it on, but still, it counts.

Well, I guess my daughter is superstitious all of a sudden.

Well, if Johnny doesn’t remember where he put the rings, she might have reason to be.

Oh, relax. I was just putting you on. It’s all under control.

Okay. Well, I’m gonna go get dressed. Will you help me?

Sounds good.

Okay.

Can’t wait.

Ooh, whoa.

[laughter]

Watch your step there. See? Everything is safe and sound.

Why didn’t you just put them in your pocket?

I thought they were supposed to be in the place where you were having the ceremony. I’ve never been a best man before, okay?

And you’ll never be mine again…

[tender music] Because this is going to be my very last wedding. Nicole and I have been to hell and back, but I– I feel it in my soul that this time, she and I are finally going to live happily ever after.

[scoffs] Come on, can’t a guy just come in and say hi to his mom without having an ulterior motive?

Hm. Answering a question with a question. That’s always been a tell for you, you know?

[soft dramatic music] What is it? Tell me what’s going on. Eric?

[sighs] Nicole and EJ are getting married… today.

I see. But you knew this was coming.

I did. I–I told her that I was happy for her.

And did you mean that?

Yeah, of course I did. I want her to be happy. It’s just that I have a really hard time believing that EJ is that guy. I know I– I just need to pray that I’m wrong.

Sounds like you still have feelings for her.

We have a long history together. I guess there’s always gonna be a part of me that cares for Nicole. But that ship has sailed. I mean, Mom, she’s about to give birth to EJ’s baby.

Yeah. How do you feel about that?

[chuckles wryly] When I thought the baby could be mine… I just couldn’t help imagining how things could be.

Sounds like you’re saying that if this baby were yours, you would have reconciled with Nicole.

In a heartbeat.

Mm-hmm.

Where is everyone?

Uh, you’re looking at ’em. We’re it. And they put us all to work. Best man.

Maid of honor.

Officiant.

Nice.

I mean, I, uh, figured we’d be light on DiMeras, but I thought your mom might have some friends at least.

Yeah, well, no time to invite anyone since her and EJ decided last night they were getting married today. But Chanel’s gonna be here, right?

Um, no, unfortunately. She is visiting her sister Lani in prison.

Oh, well. What a shame she has to miss the wedding.

Well, I, uh, got my cheat sheet. I’m ready to go for the ceremony.

Great. Where’s the, uh, bride and groom? both: Right here!

[tender music]

[both chuckle]

[sighs] We did it.

Stop crowing. Give me that recorder.

[sinister music] I can’t believe you did this to me. I thought your life was in danger. I was scared to death for you.

That’s what we were going for.

You two disgust me. You deserve each other.

Did you hear that, honey? He says we deserve each other.

Mm.

I happen to agree.

Get out of here!

Delighted. Thank you for this. Now let’s go claim what’s ours.

We’re here today to unite my brother EJ and Nicole in matrimony. Marriage is a sacred institution, a tradition of partnership and dependence on one another to navigate the sometimes stormy seas of life. Marriage requires work, commitment, sacrifice. And a healthy marriage always needs a solid foundation. On top of that foundation, we can build trust, intimacy, and all of the beautiful things that make a marriage worthwhile. EJ, Nicole, are you ready to proclaim that foundation of love for one another in the sight of these witnesses? both: We are.

[both chuckle]

Wonderful. Do you, Elvis Junior DiMera, take this woman, Nicole Stella Walker, to be your lawfully wedded wife, to live together in matrimony, to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health, in sorrow and in joy, to have and to hold, from this day forward, as long as you both shall live?

I do.

[tender music]

And do you, Nicole Stella Walker, take this man, Elvis Junior DiMera, to be your lawfully wedded husband, to live together in matrimony, to love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, in sorrow and in joy, to have and to hold, from this day forward, as long as you both shall live?

I do.

Then by the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride.

[whispers] Holly.

[mouthing words]

Nicole?

[soft dramatic music]

Did you hear what you said? You said that if this were your baby, you would-

you would be with Nicole in a heartbeat.

Why is that surprising? I mean, I wouldn’t be with Sloan while Nicole was raising our baby across town.

Then it really is about the baby?

It doesn’t matter. The baby’s not mine. I mean…I’m happy with Sloan. You know, what I said, it was an impulse. I mean, isn’t it natural for somebody to have– I mean, to have feelings for somebody that they’ve loved for so many years?

[sighs]

You’re doing that thing again, the–the question with a question business.

Can you just– can you just give me a–a tip? Just anything, Mom, so I can put Nicole behind me.

If you are truly committed to Sloan, then your–your feelings for Nicole will just– just fade. But–

But what?

But before you get married to Sloan and you start a family, you have to look into your heart, see how you really feel. Darling, that’s only fair to Sloan.

Okay. Thank you. That’s exactly what I needed to hear.

Oh, honey. Mm. I love you so much.

I love you too.

Nicole, are you okay?

Uh, I-I’m sorry. The–the baby is doing somersaults in here. I thought it was gonna turn into a contraction. But yeah, i-it didn’t. Um… where were we?

Um…where were we? Uh… yep, got it.

[chuckles] Um…

[clears throat] Do you, uh, take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to live together in matrimony, to love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health, in sorrow and in joy, to have and to hold, from this day forward, as long as you both shall live?

[sighs] I do.

[both chuckle]

Hey, Sloan, it’s me. When you get this, let me know. There’s something that we need to talk about.

[soft dramatic music]

Uh… oh, rings.

Ooh.

Rings.

Thank you. Uh, rings. Yours. Yours. And, uh, Nicole, place EJ’s ring on his finger and say, “With this ring, I thee wed.”

With this ring, I thee wed.

[chuckles]

[tender music]

Now you.

With this ring, I thee wed.

EJ and Nicole, having proclaimed your love and commitment to one another in the eyes of us three loved ones–four loved ones…

[laughter] And with the power vested in me by the Universal Life Church, I now pronounce you husband and wife. Now go get her, Phoenix.

Come here, Phoenix.

Oh.

[chuckles]

You crawled out from under your rock just to do this to me?

My allegiance is and always has been to the DiMera family.

Well, from now on, my allegiance is to myself. I’m gonna–I–

Good day, Mr. Shin.

[tense music]

Oh, Gabi, you made a huge mistake when you chose Stefan over me. No one makes a fool of me. No one!

Hey. Uh, excuse me, missy. Mm-mm-mm.

It’s all right. It’s sparkling cider. If the bride can’t imbibe, then the rest of us will join you in solidarity.

She can’t even have one glass of champagne? Fun reception.

I hope this isn’t about what you were telling me earlier.

No, I’m fine about that. I’ve totally moved on. Trust me.

[indistinct chatter]

I mean, since, um– since the best man is a little bit occupied at the moment, I would like to make a toast to my brother.

Aw.

Which brother?

Oh, look, it seems that we walked into a celebration we weren’t invited to. What a shame.

Nicole and I were just– we were just married.

Oh. Wow. Well, maybe third time’s a charm. Well, congratulations to you and to us.

For you? What for?

For dumping you, man. You’re fired.

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[gentle music]

[inhales sharply]

[laughs]

Mm, now, that’s a hell of a way to wake up.

Mm, well, I can think of a better one if you’re up for it.

Really?

Mm-hmm.

With you, Gabi, I’m up for anything. Why are you in such a good mood?

I’m always in a good mood.

[laughs] Sorry.

That’s not funny. OK, fine, yes, today I am in an exceptionally good mood. But that’s because today’s the day we put our plan into action.

Yes, we are finally gonna get Li Shin.

[dramatic music]

Thank you again, Dr. Evans, for seeing me on such short notice.

Well, I know how eager you are to get started,::, on our first formal session.

I am. I’m ready to do whatever it takes to get over Gabi.

Hey, hope I didn’t wake you.

No, no, you didn’t. I’m actually already at the pub. My dad suggested I take an early shift, get some work done before school. What’s going on?

Oh, I just had to tell you about this dream I had last night. You were in it.

You–you dreamt about me?

Yeah, it was completely crazy. I asked you to help me get Johnny away from Chanel. And then Chanel ended up wilding out and killing you.

Oh, no. Poor me.

Yeah, poor you. And then she tried to kill me. She was, like, totally furious with me for going after her boyfriend.

[suspenseful music]

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

Mm, revenge is sweet.

Mm, and ever so satisfying.

And you, even more so.

High praise.

So any ideas on how to make Li’s shares ours?

Well, just what we were talking about yesterday. We were able to secure Kristen’s shares by prying them from her grubby little hands by threatening to blackmail her about, you know, her abusing her daughter.

Hmm, which involved proof that we manufactured.

Yeah, well, you’re not having second thoughts, are you?

[inhales deeply] No.

OK, good, because even if your conscience is slightly off about Kristen, but you’re definitely more in, like, ruthless mode about Li, right?

%. Son of a bitch tried to kill me.

Right, so he deserves to be punished. And if we happen to profit from it-

Even better.

Right, so we just need proof that he was planning your demise. And then we can–

Force him to fork over his shares.

[chuckles]

Why don’t you tell me about some of your previous relationships, how you felt about-

about the women? You did–you did have serious relationships before you fell in love with Gabi, didn’t you?

[dramatic music]

[sighs] Only one.

OK, tell me about her.

Her name was Xiao-Xing. We met in high school. I know it might seem silly to call going steady a serious relationship.

No, not if it was important to you.

It was. We spent every moment we could together. We’d sneak off during lunch so we could find someplace and be alone. And we’d…talk, and we’d kiss and discuss our future… How we’d–how we’d get married one day and have lots of children. I thought she was my one true love. I thought we’d be together forever.

What happened?

My father happened. He found out how I felt about her, and that was that.

Wow, like you said, pretty crazy dream, both of us getting murdered by a jealous Chanel all because you wanted to make a play for Johnny DiMera. Wait, but you said Chanel tried to kill you too. Did she–did she succeed, or–

Hey, I got to go. Bye.

Hey, sorry to interrupt you.

No, you didn’t. It’s all good. I mean, it was nothing important.

Oh, really? It sounded kind of important. You said some girl was trying to kill you.

Oh, God, no, not really. It was just a dream I had… about this girl from my school who’s, like, super jealous of me.

That sounds kind of serious. Hey, she’s not bullying you or anything like that, right?

Oh, no, not at all. Like I said, she’s just jealous because she thinks her boyfriend is into me.

And is he?

I’m not actually sure.

OK, would you want him to be?

[sighs]

Oh, my goodness, look at that. Perfect timing.

Just the two people we were looking for.

Mm-hmm.

Why is that?

Nicole and I have some– have some news.

EJ and I are getting married… today.

[chuckles]

Tate, I heard you were in town.

Uncle Eric, it’s good to see you, man.

You too. Gosh, and I see my brother has put you to work.

Yeah, remind me not to pull any more fire alarms.

That’s good advice. Hey, I’m sorry about what happened at school, getting kicked out. But coming here, that must be a big change.

Yeah. Yeah, it sucked, to be honest. Low-key, leaving all my friends was a little bit depressing. But…

Yeah, well, I know it’s gonna take some time, but I’m sure you’re gonna make some new friends at Salem High.

Yeah. Yeah, I actually already made one.

Really? That’s great.

Yeah. Yeah, it is. I just–can I be honest with you?

Of course.

I– I kind of want it to be more.

Wait, what? You guys are getting married today?

Wow, that–that– that is some big news.

We’ve been dragging our feet long enough. And this baby will be here before we know it, so…

And we’d rather not add a high chair to the seating chart, so here we are.

Yeah, I mean, wow, this–this is– this is so great, you guys. Dad, I’m–I’m– I’m really happy for you.

Thank you so much, son. Thank you.

Thank you, Johnny. Your blessing means a lot to us. And, honey, we’d love yours too. So what do you say? Are you OK with this?

[dramatic music]

Oh, man, this totally sucks, Holly. I mean, I really wanted to be your boyfriend. But now that our parents are getting married, it’s kind of like we’re siblings, you know, stepbrother and stepsister.

So?

So… don’t you think that might be a little incestuous?

Ew, no. Look, I get that maybe it’s a little weird. But that doesn’t mean we can’t be together. What about Josh and Cher in “Clueless”? They were stepbrother and stepsister.

Former stepbrother and stepsister. Their parents were divorced, remember? Besides, that was a movie. This–this is real life. Otherwise… I would be totally into it.

Holly? Honey, you didn’t answer me. Are you OK with us getting married?

Actually, I’m not. I don’t think it’s such a good idea.

So should we go downstairs and get some breakfast?

I thought we were strategizing.

We are, and I do my best thinking on a full stomach.

Ay, Dios mío, poor hungry baby. OK, listen, how about this? How about we come up with a plan and then I’ll give you a reward?

Why do I get the distinct feeling that that reward’s not gonna be food?

It’s gonna be great. Do you want it or not?

Yeah, definitely.

OK, attaboy, start thinking.

OK, so the best way to get proof that Li was in on the plan to kill me is obviously to get it from one of his coconspirators, right?

Right, right, but the thing is, Harris never saw Li, so we can’t use him.

Right, and Megan’s in the wind, so the best way to get it is to get Li to confess.

Yeah, but Li’s not stupid. I mean, he’s a lot of things. He’s definitely not stupid. He’s gonna know that he’s being played, and we’re gonna have to just be very shrewd.

OK, well, it’s a good thing we know what his Achilles’ heel is.

What’s that?

His obsessive love for you, of course.

[scoffs]

Li, you said that your father found out about your relationship. I’m assuming that you’d been keeping it a secret.

Yes, I was, from him. I was afraid of how he’d react.

And why was that?

Xiao-Xing was working-class. And as you know, our family was not. I knew he’d never approve of my relationship with her. But I never expected him to do what he did.

What did he do?

One day… I was looking for Xiao-Xing. And as I told you, we’d always sneak off during lunch. And that day, it was to this little area behind the math room. And I waited for her. She was late. And when she finally came, she told me that she had to break up with me, that she and her family were moving to a province far away and we’d never see each other again.

[sighs] I– I remember, in that moment, feeling like I couldn’t– I couldn’t breathe. And for days after that, I couldn’t eat. I couldn’t sleep. And my–my father, he eventually became… impatient with my dark mood. And one day, he lost his temper. And he yelled at me, and he berated me, and he told me that I was dishonoring him, all because of a girl who never really cared about me. And that’s when he told me what he did.

What did he do?

He found a note that I had written to her. That’s when he realized the depths of my feelings for her. So he went to her and he told her that if she ended her relationship with me, then he’d offer her father a really good, well-paying job as a foreman in a factory , miles away from where we lived. He said she accepted immediately, that that’s how much our relationship meant to her.

Maybe that wasn’t true. Maybe your–maybe your father just made up that story.

Well… I don’t know, because we never-

we never spoke again, she and I. And after my father told me the truth, he expected me to just get over it, to just get over her. And the truth is, I did. Eventually, I just buried my feelings down for her, never even mentioned her name again.

[scoffs] That is, until now.

So… when you found out what your father had done, that he had deliberately broken up you and Xiao-Xing, how did that make you feel?

[dramatic music]

Powerless. She was the best thing in my life, so sweet and beautiful. My father just took her from me.

I imagine you wanted to make sure that… nothing like that ever happened again.

Well, at the time, I thought it couldn’t happen again, because I would never love anyone the way I loved Xiao-Xing. And I never did… Until…

Gabi.

G–Gabi, right. And when we became involved, I started feeling the same way for her as I had with Xiao-Xing. But also, I–I was afraid that someone would take her from me… Just like my father had with Xiao-Xing.

Someone like?

Stefan.

OK, so–so we prey on Li’s obsession with me and– which, by the way, I did– I pitched that to you. I don’t know if you recall. And we use that weakness to get him to confess.

Except for one thing. Li knows that you hate his guts, so he’s gonna sense that something is up.

Good point.

So maybe we need to take a more… unconventional approach.

How unconventional?

Nothing too crazy, maybe something involving a certain asset who could maybe nudge Li in the right direction.

Interesting. And how do we acquire that certain asset?

Hmm.

So this friend who you wish could be more, did you meet her in class? I mean, we’re talking about a her or–

Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, definitely a–definitely a her. And no, we met before classes even started. Actually, I met her the first day I got here, in the–in the park.

That was fast. But that’s great. What’s she like?

She’s awesome. She’s awesome. I mean, now that I think about it, you– you probably know her. She’s–she’s Nicole’s daughter, Holly.

You don’t think it’s a good idea that EJ and I get married?

No, I don’t.

OK, look, it’s getting late. Maybe you guys can start getting ready.

Yeah. Yes.

Right. Right, we should. And can you do me a favor and run an errand for me after you get changed?

Of course.

Thank you.

OK.

Bye, see ya.

OK, what’s going on? I thought you liked EJ. Don’t you?

No, I do like him, OK?

OK, so then what’s the problem? Why don’t you want us to get married? Sweetheart, you know we’ve been planning this wedding for a while now. I thought you were happy about it. Did something change? Sweetheart, you can talk to me. You know that, right?

It’s because of–

Because of what?

Because of… Eric.

[sighs]

Don’t you worry. The asset has been contacted and should be arriving in Salem any moment.

Oh, really?

Yeah.

How are you so sure about that?

You forget you’re talking to Stefan DiMera here?

[laughs]

OK, OK, maybe that came off a little more unnecessarily arrogant than I had planned. But I am sure because I put out feelers and should be hearing back anytime.

Oh, all right, then, Mr. Stefan DiMera. Speaking of feelers, do you have any idea what we should do while we wait?

I think I could come up with a few ideas.

[both laugh]

So you were afraid that Stefan was going to do exactly what your father had done to you, that he was going to take away your girl.

[dramatic music] So I imagine you did everything in your power to make sure that wouldn’t happen… Which included hiring someone to kill Stefan.

So you think… everything I did to try to keep Gabi, it was because of what happened with my father all those years ago.

I think your obsessive behavior, even though irrational, comes from that early trauma that you suffered, the loss of that. And I think we may have gotten to the core of your problem.

Hey, Steph, it’s me. I just– I’m sorry to bug you. I know you had an early-morning meeting. Yeah, we just didn’t get to see each other this morning, so I thought maybe we could talk.

[knock at door] Call me– call me back if you can. OK, bye.

[chuckles] Hey, EJ, what are you– Come on in. What are you doing? What brings you by?

Well, I’ve been meaning to stop by for ages, see the new place. It’s–ah, it’s quite cozy, isn’t it?

[scoffs] Yeah. Yeah, compared to where you’re living.

[laughs] Well, as long as you are happy here. I would have brought you a housewarming gift, but there was no time. I’m afraid I’ve come on a rather urgent matter.

Is everything OK?

It’s more than OK. In fact, my life is about to change, much for the better, actually.

[sighs]

This is about Eric? That’s why you don’t want me to marry EJ?

Well, I–I mean, you know how much I care about Eric. I have ever since I was, like, a little girl. He was my stepdad, but he felt like my real dad. And I don’t know. I just loved him is all.

Honey, I know you do. And–and he did too. I mean, he still does.

I guess.

Of course he does. And just because I’m not married to him anymore doesn’t mean that you can’t have a relationship. He’s always there for you. You know that, right?

I do. But you guys loved each other so much. It’s, like, childish, I guess. But I always thought you two would get married again one day.

It’s not childish, honey. In fact, I used to think that too. No, but that’s not gonna happen, right, because Eric has moved on with Sloan and I have moved on with EJ. And the three of us, you, me, and EJ and– ooh, and your little brother or sister…

[chuckles] We’re gonna be a family.

So you’re into Holly.

Yeah. Yeah, she’s great. I mean, don’t you think so?

I do. I love that girl. I mean, we–

[chuckles] We spent a lot of time together when I was married to her mother.

Right, yeah, and I was-

I was sad to hear about it when my dad told me about the divorce. You guys seemed like the perfect couple to me.

Yeah. So did– did you ask Holly out?

Oh, no. Nothing’s gonna happen there.

Why not?

[sighs] OK, if I tell you, Uncle Eric, you just got to promise not to say anything, OK? If Holly found out I told you, she’d just– she’d be totally pissed at me.

OK, she’s not in any kind of trouble, is she?

Oh, no. No, no, no, nothing like that. It’s just, she’s into this guy, but he’s totally wrong for her. I mean, for one thing, he’s just, like, way too old for–

[sighs] Wow. I haven’t thought about Xiao-Xing in so many years. But… talking about it today made me feel… better, somehow lighter.

I’m glad.

And maybe now that I understand my behavior with Gabi, the desperation, maybe now I can… finally be free of the hold she’s had over me.

I hope so. You should be so proud of yourself for having the courage to be so open about your feelings, about your pain.

[dramatic music] I hope you continue your therapy. I hope you continue to be as open as you have been today. And I hope you’re determined to drop these destructive patterns that you have.

Oh, I am, Dr. Evans. I’m determined. This whole time, I’ve just been telling myself that I can get over Gabi and I can do it on my own. I was trying to convince myself that that was true. But I know now that it wasn’t. I know I needed help and still do. But today… because of you, for the first time, I actually think I can get over Gabi.

[laughter]

I got to hand it to you, that was a– that was a great way to kill time.

I told you I’m full of ideas.

[sighs] Any word?

Not yet.

Oh, well, then round two?

What, are you trying to kill me? I thought Li was the target, huh?

[phone beeps]

Oh, wait, is that what I think it means?

Oh, pay dirt. All right, no time to waste. Got to go pick up the asset.

OK, go, go, go, go. Go get dressed. Go get that asset.

I’m going to get that asset.

Johnny, hey.

Hey, hey.

You need a table?

How are you? Actually, no, thank you. But I do need something else. Listen, I know it’s a little early in the day, but I was hoping I could get, you know, a tray of sliders, maybe a few pigs in a blanket.

[laughs] Of course. I think we can manage that.

All right.

What’s going on? You having a party?

No. Actually, my– my dad and Nicole are getting married today, so…

OK.

Yeah.

Well, that’s– that’s great. Yeah, Nicole, she always did love those sliders.

Yeah. Yeah, my dad said he just wanted to make sure she had everything she wanted today.

OK, so how many you think you’re gonna need?

Sweetheart, I know how you feel about Eric. But in time, hopefully you’ll have just as close of a relationship with EJ. In the meantime, can you find it in your heart to come to our wedding? I mean, I don’t want to pressure you, but… I would really– be really sad if you didn’t come.

[sighs] Of course I’ll be there, mom. I know this day is really important to you.

Thank you. You know you’re, like, the best daughter in the world, right?

Yeah, you’ve told me only, like,million times.

Well, it bears repeating over and over and over.

[both chuckle] Listen, I have to go because I made some alterations to my dress at that shop at the square. Have to make it a little more baby-bump friendly. So I’m gonna go.

Do you want me to come with you?

No, that’s OK. You can use that time to get ready. Why don’t you wear that green taffeta dress, you know, we got at that little boutique on Magnolia, the name of which I can’t remember, but it’s really pretty?

I was thinking of the black one, actually. We got it at the same place.

Yeah, black one, isn’t that a little, like, you know, fitted and tight?

No, it really isn’t. OK, fine, the green one, whatever.

[chuckles] I will see you at the wedding. Mwah.

Yup, see you at the wedding.

Mm-hmm. Love you.

Love you.

You and Nicole are getting married today?

[laughs] We are. We are. Nothing–nothing extravagant, just a small gathering at the house, just the two of us and Johnny and Holly, of course.

Wait, what about Tony and Anna?

They’re out of town, unfortunately. And of course, I’m not on the best of terms with Stefan and Gabi at the moment.

Oh, yeah, were you ever?

My point is, I would like to have at least one of my brothers there. And I’d be thrilled if it were you. And of course, we’d be delighted to have Stephanie as well.

Yeah, Stephanie and I, we’re not really in the best place right now.

Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. What happened?

We got into a fight. So I’m not really sure what’s gonna happen.

A fight? What–what was it about? Sorry, never mind. None of my business.

No, it’s fine. It’s fine. It’s– you know, it’s Abigail.

Ah.

Stephanie feels threatened by– by me not being able to move on the way she wishes I could. And I still feel attached to Abby or, I don’t know, at least the memory of her. And, you know, I just can’t fully commit to anyone else.

Yeah, I get that.

Yeah. Anyway, like I said, though, she had a– she has an early-morning meeting, and I don’t really know what the rest of her day looks like, So I can’t speak for her. But me, I’m– I’m happy as hell. I’ll be there.

I’m glad. I’m glad. Because honestly, we can’t have it without you.

What do you mean?

We want you to perform the ceremony.

What?

[laughs] Yes.

You want me to marry you and Nicole?

Yes. As you know, I’m not a religious man. And honestly, I think a priest would have some reluctance setting foot in my house, let alone consecrate my marriage.

You got a point there. What about a justice of peace?

Too impersonal. This is an important day, and I want to be surrounded by people we love. And even more than that…

[sighs] All right, it’s my wedding day. I’m allowed to be sappy, so I’m going to tell you just this once.

OK.

[sighs]

[dramatic music] I admire you, Chad. I know it’s a bit odd. I’m the older brother, after all. But the fact of the matter is, I look at you as a role model. I know we’ve had our ups and downs, but… when all is said and done… You are the type of man that I wish I was.

Oh-ho-ho. I’m touched. I really am. And it would be an honor to marry you guys.

Excellent. Excellent. Well, everything is set. Now all I need is my bride.

My dad and Nicole are getting married today.

Eric. Eric.

[sighs]

Hey, Holly.

Oh, hey, Johnny.

Wow, you look great.

You think so?

Yeah, that’s a great dress.

Oh, thanks.

Yeah. Listen, what was-

what was all that about earlier? You really–you’re not cool with the wedding?

Not exactly.

Why not? I mean, why don’t you want my dad to marry your mom?

[phone ringing]

Why are you calling me? What do you want, Gabi?

Li, I need your help, please. I’ve been kidnapped!

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[shouting, screaming]

Ugh, I hate that I let you talk me into watching these stupid zombies, blood and guts and blech!

[growls]

[phone rings]

It’s the hospital. Eric Brady. Oh. Yeah, I understand. Thanks for calling.

[somber music]

What is it?

I can’t believe it. He died.

And fade to black.

Did all of those people really have to die?

Uh, it’s a horror movie.

And there are five more “Scream” movies if you want to have a Halloween night marathon.

Yeah, no offense, but I think I’ll pass. Ten bloody murders in one night is plenty for me.

Actually, it was seven.

Mm.

Yeah, Chanel doesn’t love the scary flicks.

Then she’s missing out. I’m super into ’em, and I totally love the “Scream” movies. If you want to watch another one, Johnny, I’m down.

Really? Are you sure that’s a good idea?

I’m not a kid, Chanel. Besides, there’s so much more to the movies than just the kills. I mean, what about how the danger brought Gale and Dewey together?

Yeah. Sure, always nice to add a little romance with your horror.

I couldn’t agree more.

Whatever.

You know, um, fear and sexual arousal are very closely linked in the human brain.

Hmm. Well, my human brain just reminded me that I have to get to the bakery, because I have to prep for tomorrow. So I will not be getting any sleep tonight.

Are you sure you have to go?

Unfortunately. Walk me out to the car?

Oh, you mean in case Ghostface is waiting out there for you ready to stab you multiple times?

Oh, hilarious.

Don’t worry. I can take care of that guy.

[jazzy music]

Hmm. Maybe a little danger can bring me and Johnny together, too.

I hope you don’t mind that I slipped into something more comfortable.

No, of course not.

[thunder booming]

Oh, sounds like there’s going to be a storm tonight. You’re welcome to stay. Not that I’m expecting you to stay.

Well, I do appreciate the offer, but I’m trying to take John and Marlena’s advice to heart.

You mean that we shouldn’t try so hard?

Yeah. Are you OK with that?

OK with what? Just spending time together, just hanging out and seeing where that will take us? Yeah, that sounds good to me.

[both chuckling]

[sighs]

[phone rings] Mm. Oh. I won’t get that.

Well, maybe you should. It might be important.

Oh, OK. Unknown caller. Ooh. Hello?

[thunder booming] Are you serious? Oh– Oh, OK. Uh-huh. Yeah. Well, thanks. Keep us posted.

[phone beeps]

Everything all right?

That was Commissioner Hernandez. A homicidal maniac just escaped from Bayview.

[ominous music]

[thunder booming]

“Pet Semetary,” huh? Aren’t you coming to bed?

I, uh, thought I’d give you some space, sleep out here.

Chad, I hate that we had that fight.

Yeah, me, too.

Can we talk?

Yeah.

I was– I was laying alone in bed, and I realized something. I think that you and I weren’t actually meant to be together, after all.

What, Steph? Don’t say that.

No, it’s OK. Breaking up is for the best. But I do love you, Chad. So I want to give you something to show you how much.

Give me what?

I’m going to bring Abigail back to life.

[dramatic music]

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

Steph, what the hell are you even talking about?

OK, I know it sounds crazy. But my parents found this diary a long time ago on one of their adventures.

What diary?

It was written by this man named Gideon in the s. He wrote about how his wife died tragically. But he was able to cast a magic spell to resurrect her. And that’s what I’m going to do, with a little help, to bring back the love of your life.

[laughs]

[knock at door]

I’ll get it. Mom, hi.

Hi.

Did you bring it?

Yes. And everything we need to cast the spell.

OK, Kayla, you’re a doctor. You don’t seriously believe in any of this.

Well, being someone who just recently came back from the dead, I do believe in the power of love. So I have the solution already. I just need something of Abigail’s.

I don’t– I don’t have anything.

Here. It’s Abigail’s wedding ring. I found it hidden away in your closet.

Steph.

No, it’s OK. I’m glad that you kept it. Because tonight, you’re going to get to put it back on her finger.

[thunder booming]

Eric. Who died?

Mr. Dorsey, the former parishioner I visited– visited in the hospital.

[thunder booming] I can’t believe he– I need to pay my last respects.

Well, I’m going with you.

Tate, where are you?

Boo!

[screams] Damn it, Tate. What took you so long?

I was giving candy to the trick-or-treaters. What’s the, uh– the emergency? What’s the big favor that you need?

I need you to put this on, then go around to the French doors in the living room and stalk me.

Stalk you?

Is that a problem?

Uh, I just thought you didn’t want me going all stalker-y.

I said I wanted to be friends, and friends help each other out, right?

[sighs] What do I do once I’m at the door?

Not much. OK, first, I’ll act all scared and run to Johnny. Once he comes back, you just let him see you and chase you off. Then I go into his arms and let him comfort me.

Seems like a lot of trouble to get a boy to like you.

Do you want to be my friend or not?

Fine. Fine. I’m putting on the mask. OK? Oh, god. Ugh.

Oh, I almost forgot. Here.

Whoa. This is a real knife.

Well, obviously, I didn’t have time to go to the Halloween store, so I just grabbed it from the kitchen. Now, come on. Let’s see what you got.

Argh. How do I look?

Like someone a girl needs saving from.

[light jazzy music]

This is the second breakout in a month from that loony bin!

Yeah, I wonder who got out this time.

Oh.

[light bulbs buzzing] Oh! Oh, damn! Can anybody else in this town besides me do their jobs? Oh, I don’t know, who do I call to read my first? The health department for not securing Bayview? Maybe the power company, so they can get the lights back on. Oh. Oh! Oh. Ugh. Abraham? Abraham. Oh, my god. Abraham. Who did this to you?

I did.

[dramatic music]

Whitley.

I sure hope Chanel doesn’t mind me borrowing this.

Oh, he’s still alive. But you could have killed him.

Now, why would I try to kill my own husband?

He’s not your husband.

[scoffs]

[groans]

Oh, Abraham. Oh, you’re OK, Abraham. I got you. Oh, are you OK?

Yes. Yeah, I am, I am, I am. Ugh.

Oh, thank god.

This is going to– this is going to sound strange, but– I remember.

What?

I remember everything.

You mean you remember me?

Oh, I remember you, Whitley King. You’re the lunatic who kidnapped me and tried to make me believe that you’re my wife.

[thunder booming]

[tense music]

[elevator dings]

[light bulbs buzzing]

Hmm. Where is everybody?

I’ll go find a nurse and see where they put Mr. Dorsey.

OK, I’m going wait here.

OK.

[ominous music]

[sighs] Oof. Hate hospitals at night. There’s something so creepy about them.

Boo!

[gasps]

Jeez. Jumpy much?

Nicole. No, I just didn’t– didn’t see you there.

Clearly. I didn’t think you’d be one to scare so easily.

Yeah, well, Halloween’s kind of got me on edge a little bit. Anyway, what are you doing here?

Oh, picking up another prescription. There’s just so many to keep track of these days.

Yeah. Is that supposed to be like a dig?

Yeah.

Run!

Oh, my god.

Run!

What? Why?

Listen, I don’t have time to explain. But you’d both better come with me if you want to live.

What is going on?

Come on!

OK.

Come on!

Johnny! Johnny!

Holly, hey. What? What is it?

There is someone outside. He was watching me.

What? Where?

Outside the French doors.

OK, just stay here. I’m going to go check it out. All right?

Sure. I’ll stay here all alone, by myself, during a creepy storm on Halloween night while some crazed stalker’s on the property!

OK, OK, all right. Just, you can come with me, but stay close.

Don’t worry. I will.

[groans]

[scoffs]

[ring clatters]

[eerie music]

[liquid trickling]

We call the soul of Abigail Johanna Deveraux DiMera. Rest thou now in the reaper’s grim grip, though one’s love here still holds fast. Memento mori, amor aeternus est. Death is not forever. Love is eternal. Though ye have passed through the veil and into the light, we call ye in the name of this man’s devotion to cross back into this darkness.

OK, that was, um, dramatic. I don’t think it worked, though.

[knock at door]

It did work. That must be Abigail.

Looks like the storm’s been banging against the doors. Maybe that’s what spooked you.

I saw a man, Johnny. What, you don’t believe me?

It’s not that I don’t believe you, OK? It’s just that sometimes, after you watch a scary movie, shadows can start to look like serial killers.

They weren’t shadows. Someone is out there. Look, I’m going to lock the front door. Oh, my god!

[screams]

Holly! Hey, hey!

[gasping] Go! Go!

I’m not Whitley King. She’s Whitley King.

No. No, no, no. She’s my wife, Paulina Price.

Oh, uh-uh, hey, sweetheart, she just smacked you over the head with that rolling pin. She must have scrambled up your brains.

You know who I am. I am your beloved Paulina, and I’m here to rescue you from this homicidal maniac.

[chuckles]

[ominous music]

What is going on, Eric? Who is out there?

Oh, you know I came here to see Mr. Dorsey, the old parishioner, a friend of mine.

The man you visited a few days ago?

Yeah. He died.

Oh, no.

But the thing is, he isn’t dead anymore.

What?

I was standing next to his bedside saying a prayer to save his immortal soul. And then he tried to bite me.

Bite you? Like a zombie?

Yeah, like a zombie. The thing is, I was lucky I got away.

So– so what you’re saying is that there’s a zombie that’s running loose around this hospital?

That would explain the lockdowns.

The hospital is on lockdown, because Mr. Dorsey isn’t the only zombie out there. I saw at least five other zombies out there when I was running to get back to you.

[chuckles]

What is so funny?

Oh, come on, guys. Zombies? This has to be some kind of elaborate Halloween prank. Eric, are you in on this?

Sloan, listen to me. You can’t–

Sorry, I just– let’s just see what really–

No, don’t! Don’t open that door! You cannot go out there!

Don’t worry. If they turn me, I’ll make sure to eat Nicole first.

Are you insane?

[thunder booming]

[gasps] What was that?

They’re out there.

That door’s not going to hold them forever.

[zombies growling]

Steve.

I hope I got here in time. I found these pages under some files.

What?

Yeah, they were torn out of the diary.

What do they say?

Well, Sweetness, it’s kind of shocking. Because it looks like his wife, Emily, wasn’t the gentle soul Gideon so fondly remembered.

[thunder booming] She was something else.

What do you mean “something else”?

He called her a rotting, murderous corpse.

No.

No.

It’s a good thing I found these pages, huh?

Well, it’s too late, because we already performed the ritual.

Oh, no.

Yeah, but it didn’t– it didn’t work, though, right? I mean, Abby’s not here.

[thunder booming]

[squelching]

Wait, do you hear that? It sounds like wet footsteps.

Listen, if the spell did work and Abigail is on her way here, the only thing to do is send her back to her grave.

Wait, what– what are you– what are you doing?

Listen. According to Gideon, you’ve summoned an abomination. Whoever or whatever comes through that door may look like your dead wife, but it won’t be Abigail.

So– no, no! You’re just going to shoot her?

Chad, you heard what it says in the diary.

No, I’m not going to stand by and just watch this happen.

Close your eyes. I’ll make it quick.

Steve.

[gun clicks] Oh!

[tense music]

Give me the gun.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!

Chad! Chad! Stop, Chad!

Don’t do this, man!

Chad!

Steve! Oh! Oh. Steve! Oh, god!

Steve. Steve, can you hear me?

What– what happened? The gun– the gun didn’t go off! You heard! I didn’t– I didn’t do anything.

It was Abigail.

What?

Huh?

I saw her.

What– what do you mean you saw her?

It was dark, but I could just make it out. She was– she was covered in mud, and her face and her body were rotting!

What, no, no, that’s not possible.

She grabbed Papa, and she snapped his neck, and then– and then she was gone.

[thunder booming] Mom, is he–

He’s– he’s not breathing, and his heart has stopped.

[gasps]

How– how could this have happened?

Chad, we have to get him to a hospital.

I can’t. I have to go. I’m so sorry. I have to go. I have to go find Abigail.

[breathing heavily]

[zombies growling]

Oh, my god. They’re going to bust through the door. What do we do?

I think you– I think you have to get at their head. It’s the only way to stop him.

This isn’t happening.

Shh.

Shh.

[zombies growling] They moved on. They’ll be back. They’re hungry.

For human flesh?

This is all my fault. I did this.

Yeah, that sounds about right to me. What is it that you did, exactly?

I wasn’t talking to you. You know what? Why don’t you wait in the hallway and let the adults talk for a few minutes?

Oh, yeah. I’m sure you’d love to see me as a zombie snack, Nicole, but I’d rather hear your confession.

I’m sure. Look. I– I don’t know how to say this, but a few months ago, I made up this lie that there was a virus running rampant in the hospital so that I could get a swab from your cheek for your paternity test.

OK, so?

So now, there’s a real virus. So I tempted fate or god or whatever, and now, my baby is never going to be born, or worse, it’s going to be born a zombie baby.

[scoffs] Zombie baby?

Oh, scoff all you want, but you’re going to die in here. And the last thing I want is to die with a guilty conscience. My baby deserves better.

Nicole, I appreciate your honesty. It means a lot.

If we’re all going to die in here, then I have a confession I’d like to make, too.

What kind of confession?

Eric, that baby that Nicole’s carrying– it’s not EJ’s. It’s yours.

[dramatic music]

I’m Paulina Price, your wife. Here, I can prove it. Our wedding day. Best day of my life. Well, some of it was.

[thunder booming]

This is not you in the picture with me. She is.

Let me see that.

[gasps] What the hell?

[gasps]

Oh, you really are delusional, Whitley.

You switched all the photos, didn’t you? Oh, Abraham. You got to know she’s lying. She’s–

What’s the matter, Whitley? Cat got your tongue?

Why you– wait. Cat? Who put all these cats in my apartment? Oh!

[light bulbs buzzing]

What are you saying, Sloan?

What I’m saying is, I– I switched the paternity test at the hospital. I made it look like EJ was the father of Nicole’s baby.

I’m the father?

So that means this baby I’m carrying is ours.

I guess it is. You know how much I wanted a child.

How could you do this, you heartless bitch.

I was afraid of losing you, Eric. I’m sorry.

Damn you, Sloan Peterson.

[panting]

Eric, Eric. What is it, Eric?

I don’t know. I was running away when one of the zombies attacked me. He must have bitten me. Augh!

Oh!

[panting]

No.

I’m infected

Oh, my god.

From what I’ve seen, it won’t take long before I’m one of them.

[panting]

[thunder booming]

I almost caught him, but uh, I lost him in the rain. Hey, I need to get you to the hospital, I think. You’re probably going to need stitches. Hey, are you OK?

No, I’m definitely not OK. Are you still on hold with ?

Yeah, apparently, Halloween is a busy night for them.

[loud thud]

What was that?

It came from upstairs.

No one else is home.

You know what?

What are you doing?

He’s going to need a lot more than stitches when I find him.

Wait, Johnny! Oh, great.

[ominous music]

Don’t scream.

[panting] Tate?

What happened to your arm?

What do you mean what happened to my arm? You cut me, you freak.

I did not. I just got here.

What are you talking about? You just came through the foyer.

No, I didn’t. I tried to come in through the French doors like we talked about, but it’s all muddy outside, and I didn’t want to ruin my shoes. So I circled around and came in through the kitchen.

But if you didn’t slash me, then who did?

[knife slashing]

[gasping]

[breathing heavily]

I couldn’t find her…

Oh, my god. What happened?

It was Abigail. She came back. She killed my mother, too.

Hey, there’s no one upsta– Holly, what happened here?

[panting]

[knife slashing] No! Johnny!

[gasping] What the hell is wrong with you? Why would you kill him? Who are you?

Chanel? Why?

Let me tell you a little story, Holly, about when I was in college and I was just a little older than you. You see, like you, I was in love with an older man, and his wife, she tried to come between us.

What– what happened to her?

That bitch? Well, she’s dead now, too.

Why kill Johnny? What did he do to you?

Don’t act like you don’t know.

Because of me? I’m the reason?

I know you wanted him. And I could tell he had feelings for you, too. You two both had so much more in common than he and I did, and you both loved those scary movies.

You really believed he had feelings for me?

You didn’t think I was just going to roll over and let you have him, did you? He got what he deserved. And now, it’s your turn.

Call my daughter, Chanel. She’ll tell you these are not my damn cats. Oh, I’m the one, the only Paulina Price.

If you’re Paulina Price, then why are you wearing that?

What– oh!

[gasps] No! No! This isn’t right.

You escaped from Bayview tonight, and you came to my apartment to hurt us both, to kill us.

Oh, no! No! That wasn’t me! That was you!

Don’t you worry, Paulina. I will protect you from her.

Oh, thank you, Darling.

Oh, Abe, Abe. Please, it’s me. And I don’t know what she did to you, but I’m Paulina. Abe, you– please, please! You have to remember!

[phone beeps]

Rafe, it’s Abe. We have that lunatic Whitney King, who escaped from Bayview and came here to hurt us. Now, she needs to be locked up where we’ll never see her again.

That’s right.

[gasps]

I don’t feel so good.

It’s OK.

We have to get help.

I can go look for a doctor.

You can’t go out there. There’s too many of them.

Well, we can’t stay in here. I mean, what if you turn?

There’s only one choice.

[panting]

Eric, what are you doing? Eric.

There should– there should be enough sedative in here to do what needs to be done.

[groaning]

Oh, my god. What are you doing? Eric.

Please.

No.

Please, I need you to kill me before I kill you both.

No.

No, I don’t want to turn into one of them. I don’t want to end up eating you both… or– or my unborn child.

[panting]

I can’t. I– I can’t lose you. I’m sorry.

[panting]

Hey, easy. No.

If you really loved him, you would do what’s right for him and his unborn child.

Are you– No!

[gasping]

Oh! Oh! You bitch. You killed him.

I had to. I couldn’t just sit back and watch the man I love turn into some undead monster.

Abby did this? Are you sure?

She murdered my parents.

[tense music] I shot her… over and over and over again, but she didn’t even flinch.

It’s just so horrible.

Don’t worry, Chad. I saved one bullet. For you.

Stephanie, what are you doing?

I tried to make you happy. I tried to love you. Your obsession with Abigail did this. I don’t know if she’s dead or alive, but either way, you can wait for her in hell.

Stephanie, no.

[tense music]

[gunshot]

[gasping] It was just a nightmare.

[sighs]

[panting]

Are you really going to make me chase you around like a scared animal?

I thought you couldn’t stand the sight of blood.

I thought so, too. Turns out, now that I’ve had a taste of it, I just can’t get enough.

[gasping] This is my worst nightmare.

No. Oh, no.

[thunder booming] He didn’t deserve this.

Finally, something we agree on.

What are you doing? Ah! No! What did you do?

As you die, I will leave you with this thought.

[thunder booming] I will always have Eric’s baby to remind me of the love we shared. Eric, I will take good care of our baby. I promise.

[thunder booming]

Oh, my god. Eric. Eric.

What? What is it?

I thought–

You thought what?

I thought– nothing, never mind. I’m sorry I woke you.

No, it’s OK. I was having the craziest dream.

What were you dreaming about?

I don’t remember. I’m suddenly really hungry.

[scoffs]

[sighs]

But Abe, I love you.

Throwing yourself at me is only going to make things worse.

We belong together.

[sighs] I thought we were going to be able to do this the easy way, but it looks like we’re going to have to do this the hard way.

[screams]

[thunder booming]

Abe?

[sighs]

You know, you’re a beautiful bride. I just– I just wish I could remember that day.

Oh. Our wedding day. Ah. It’s me and you.

Who else would it be?

I don’t know.

Are you all right? You know, we were watching the movie, and you just dozed off.

Oh, well, I’m better now. I dreamed that you forgot who I was again. But you do know who I am, right?

[chuckling] Yes, of course. You are the one and only Paulina Price.

Damn right, I am.

[chuckles] Whew! Too much scary stuff. But being here with you now is it’s treats and no tricks.

Well, Happy Halloween, Paulina.

[chuckling]

Happy Halloween, Abraham.

[eerie music]

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I know. Me too. And please tell your dad that I’m so sorry to miss the first meal at his new place.

[chuckles] Yeah, another time. Oh, I don’t know exactly. Um, it’s just an emergency patient, somebody who’s in crisis. Yeah. Okay, no, it will be. Okay, see you soon. Bye, honey. Oh, love you, too. Bye.

[door opens]

[cell phone beeps, knock at door] Oh.

Dr. Evans? Thank God they got in touch with you.

[sighs] I know it’s late, but… I think I’m losing my mind.

[dramatic music]

Whoa. I knew Brady was going to be upset, but I was not prepared for that.

Well, I mean, come on. We told him we’d get him back custody of Rachel, and instead, we got Kristen’s shares, and he got squat. What’s not to be mad about?

Do we at least get points for owning up to what we did?

I-I mean, not really. I mean, I do feel sorry for him. I’d be horrified if Will and Sonny kept me away from my daughter. But you know what? That’s behind us now.

Well, not really. There’s more of that to come.

EJ.

Oh, yeah. When he catches wind of what we’ve done, it’s going to register on the Richter scale.

[sighs]

Oh, those bastards.

Oh. Bad day?

[exhales deeply] Yes, Nicole, a very bad day.

Okay. What happened? Who are the bastards?

Gabi and Stefan.

[scoffs] Surprise, surprise. Okay, what did they do now?

They got their grubby little hands on Kristen DiMera’s shares.

Really?

With the result that their camp and my camp are deadlocked in a tie.

Okay, so you’re tied. So that doesn’t mean they have control.

Not yet, but don’t you get it? All they have to do is get one more shareholder on their side, and I’m as good as dead!

[exhales deeply]

You know, Stephanie and I-

we weren’t on the same page, and it turned into a fight.

Mm. Well, I sensed it was getting tense when I walked the kids upstairs. What was it about?

What else?

Abigail?

Yep.

Hmm.

Abigail. And, honestly, Kate, I don’t know what to do. I mean, I can’t go chasing after her. We’re just going to get in the same fight again.

Well, there’s no point to that.

No, there isn’t.

[light music] I’ll just go get the kids.

No. Okay, look…

[sighs] In the first place, you’re upset. They’re going to know something’s wrong.

And in second place?

In second place, you need to vent. I mean, I think you and Stephanie both need to-

to talk to someone, a neutral party. So you, me, Stephanie, and whomever.

No, I’m– [sighs] No. I think I just need to be alone for a while.

[knock at door] Um, Pop, I-I have to go. I think we have some trick-or-treaters.

[soft music] Yeah. Love you, too.

[phone beeps, clatters]

[candy clatters] Oh, my God.

[ominous music]

Hey… Stephanie.

[chuckles] Happy Halloween.

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

I swear to God, they are going to pay for this.

Here we go again.

We had a balance of power, and that bitch’s greed is going to end up toppling the company. And Stefan–Stefan lets her lead him around by his knob.

Okay. O-okay.

[sighs]

Do you even know why Kristen signed over her shares?

She wouldn’t say, which leads me to believe that it’s blackmail.

Ah, blackmail, in this family.

And Kristen won’t tell me, because then I’ll have a hold over her, just like they do. Well, I’m going to find out what it is, and I’m going to bring her to her knees. After everything I’ve done for that bitch!

EJ, no! Sydney sent you that from Murano–you love it. And what, you were just going to smash it?

[sighs]

Because Stefan and Gabi did to you something you would have no problem doing to them? Don’t you remember telling me to warn you when you start to go to a dark place?

I never said any such thing.

Well, maybe you should have.

[dramatic music]

Please have a seat.

Um, I’m so grateful you could see me tonight. I just didn’t feel like I could, uh, wait another day. I, um…

Go on.

Well, I-I can’t sleep.

[clears throat] Well, I mean, sometimes I can, but then the nightmares wake me up. And I just… pace the floors, you know… ruminating… being hard on myself… wondering how everything in my life went so wrong.

How long has this been going on?

Weeks.

Well… I’m very glad you called me. Do you have any idea… what happened that you began to have these symptoms?

Yeah, o-of course. It’s when I know I lost the woman of my dreams.

[growling]

[gasps, screams]

Hey…

[laughing] Gabi, that–Relax. That’s just some guy in a costume.

No, that’s not just a costume. That is a zombie costume!

Is this why you won’t watch “The Last of Us” with me? You–you do realize zombies aren’t real, right?

Well, you missed a lot the years that Rolf had you on ice.

Are you telling me there was a zombie apocalypse in Salem and no one has mentioned it?

Close. A couple years ago, on this very night, in this very square, I came face-to-face with a very undead Nick Fallon.

Where did you– How– [sighs]

I can’t believe it’s you.

I know. It’s a shock. I… I must be the last person you expected to see.

Why are you here?

Here in–in Salem? Isn’t it obvious? I came to find you.

So… I was right. You and Stephanie did have a problem.

Yep.

[sighs]

Yep. Well, I was hoping it was a minor one.

It wasn’t. It was anything but.

[light music] Remember the dinner I told you about that was, um-

that at our place?

[scoffs] The one where Steve and Kayla were pushing you to marry Stephanie?

Yeah.

Yeah.

Um, you were there when she got back from work, remember?

Yeah, I do.

Well, after, um-

after you left, we finally had a chance to talk one-on-one about getting married.

Okay. So how did that go?

You know, I thought it-

I thought it went-

went okay, you know. I told her I wasn’t ready, for all the reasons I told you.

And?

And she seemed to go along with it. She said she wasn’t in a rush. So I thought that that’d be the end of it. Turns out she was just telling me what I wanted to hear.

Oh.

[sighs] So she was hurt and disappointed because you weren’t ready to get married.

Mm-hmm. You know, and I-

and, I mean, honestly, I-I see her side of this. I do. I get it. Abigail looms over everything.

[sighs] I don’t know. Maybe I–maybe I just moved on too–too fast. I just don’t think she understands what it’s like to love someone like that.

To love and lose someone like that.

Right. I mean, she–you know, she was with Alex, and that was-

that was over pretty quickly, and, um, it wasn’t all that serious. And then there was this-

this guy in, um, Seattle. But Abby… She was my wife.

[sighs] She was the mother of my children. You know?

Yeah. So Stephanie doesn’t have her past looming over her like you do.

Not even close.

[ominous music]

You mind if I come in? Please. Look, um… I came a really, really long way to see you, all right? Just give me a few minutes, a few minutes to explain. Please. Thanks.

First… let me explain how I felt when you disappeared on me, when you didn’t answer my calls, my texts, when you decided we were done. And–and not only didn’t have the balls to tell me in person, you didn’t have the balls to tell me at all!

Look, look, you have every right to be upset, okay?

Oh, thank you for your okay on that!

But there’s another reason for what happened. Okay, first of all, I never, ever ghosted you. And I never wanted to break up with you, okay? There’s a reason for all this.

And you’re going to tell me? Well, you’ve had long enough to come up with a story, so what is it? You were–you were abducted by aliens? Joined a cult? Oh, wait. I got it. You were in a coma.

Yeah. Yes, actually, I was.

So-

Oh, check it out.

Oh! Stop.

So Nick Fallon, undead Nick Fallon bumped into you in Horton Square.

Don’t be flip. You were dead, and here you are.

There’s a difference, okay? My thing was more like a-a hibernation, and everybody in Salem knows about it, whereas Nick-

you’re saying that he came back from the dead and no one has mentioned it?

I might have been the only person to see him. It only lasted one day-

him being alive.

Wow. How did Nick get a one-day pass?

Well, he had help from Marlena Evans, who was, at the time, possessed by the Devil.

Sounds like undead Nick has friends in low places.

So what you’re saying is that… you’re not over Gabi.

I thought I was. Gabi and I were in love. It–it was mutual. But I knew that if Stefan were revived, then that would be the end of us. So… I did everything I could to make sure that she didn’t know that he had been, that he was alive. And when Gabi found out what I had done, what I was capable of doing… We were done in her mind, but it was different for me.

Look, I-I should, uh-

I should tell you something. And I can’t reveal my source, but… I do know that you had nothing to do with a plan to brainwash Harris to go after Stefan. What are you thinking?

I’m thinking that, um… it’s important that you know that what you just said… who you learned that from, whatever source… it isn’t true. I was in on the plot against Stefan.

Thank you. I wouldn’t have wanted to lose this. I’m sorry that I lost control.

It won’t work.

What won’t work?

This ultra-rational persona that you pull out every time I try and talk you off a ledge for whatever. You use it as a cover to do exactly what you said-

screamed you were going to do-

get revenge, bring them to their knees. And there’s nothing I can do to stop you.

I understand that maybe I overreacted.

[scoffs]

But I don’t think you can expect me, after I’ve been stabbed in the back by my brother, a sister, and a money-grubbing interloper, to shrug my shoulders and say, that’s life.

[sighs] God. The DiMeras-

you’re like the-

the Montagues and the Capulets both at the same time. And I just–I can’t believe that I’m bringing a baby into this family.

Hey, we are.

[dramatic music] What? What are you thinking?

Sometimes… Sometimes, EJ, I-I… I feel like we are finally a “we.” But just now… our baby and I–it just-

it felt like we didn’t exist. Nothing did, except your hate, anger, and revenge. And what’s scary is… yeah, s-sometimes we are a team… a couple. But then to–to cite yet another example of why I feel like I’m invisible to you is… is when you decided that Ava needed to pay for what you thought she did to your mother, and then just like that, you-

you’re full DiMera again. And–and our-

[sighs] Our baby and I… Factor into nothing. I love you, EJ. I do. But, um, I am responsible for this baby that I’m carrying. And sometimes I just don’t know if I can trust you to be the father that he or she needs.

[inhales sharply] All right, well, now you know why I acted like a total scaredy-cat wuss.

No, no, no, you, my love, are the total opposite of a scaredy-cat wuss. You are tough and strong and fierce and just about my favorite human being on the planet.

[scoffs] Just about?

All right, you are my favorite human being on the planet, bar none.

Mm-hmm.

And if any of those undead creatures come after you again, they’re going to have to go through me first.

Oh, my hero. Well, you know, I’m actually more concerned about EJ coming after us after he finds out that we have Kristen’s shares, therefore pushing him out for good.

Okay, well, if we’re going to want to get ahead in this fight for votes with EJ, we got some serious work to do, because as of right now, he’s got Theo, Tony, Johnny, Chad on his side, and I don’t see any of those guys flipping on him anytime soon.

Well, you actually left a name out… Li Shin.

So I assume you wanted Stefan out of the way so you could have another chance with Gabi?

And…

[clears throat] I was ready to go to the limit to make that happen. I did horrible things. And I was ready to do more, and I still lost her. And now… I can’t live with the man I’ve turned into.

[exhales deeply] So… this has been brewing for a long time.

Yeah, it has.

[sniffles]

[sighs] You know, on Abigail’s birthday…

[sniffles]

I, um… I was going to take the kids to go and–and visit her grave. Stephanie said she wanted to join. And I told her I, um-

I didn’t want her to.

[sighs] How did she react to that?

She–she seemed to understand, you know. I know. I know, she was-

she was hurt. She felt excluded. And today… you know, she comes out, and she’s wearing this costume, and it’s the exact same costume Abigail wore last Halloween.

Oh, my God.

So, when I saw her in it, when I–when I–when I saw Stephanie in it, I, um… I didn’t know what to say. You know, she could see that I was upset. So I told her-

uh, I told her that Abigail wore the same one last Halloween. And, um… you know, then we were both very grown-up and–and-

and sensitive about it, but, you know, we both knew that something really bad had just happened.

Uh, so that’s why she wasn’t wearing a costume when she got here.

Yeah, and then-

uh, you know, then we get here, and we’re around the kids and around everyone else, and–and, you know, we have to pretend like everything’s fine, which we both hate. And I tell her what her dad said, and I ask her if it’s true. And after a night of pretending… it all just kind of spills out, you know. She wants to get married. And I don’t. And then, we weren’t all that, uh–all that, um… grown-up and sensitive with each other.

[sighs] Honey, I am so sorry. I-I’m sorry for both of you.

I–Mm. Look, I just wish-

I wish I just-

there was a way for me to make her understand that there’s not some–some timetable that I can follow that leads to a wedding. You know? Maybe I just… maybe I just moved on too soon. Um… The truth is, I’m, um… I’m scared, ’cause I don’t want to lose…

[voice breaking] Another person that I love. And I, um–and I-I never said this to her, but I’m-

I’m–I’m scared that she just wants to… nail it all down because of–of what happened with this guy in Seattle, who, you know, she thought it was a real deal, and he ghosted her. I get it. But I’m scared that she just wants to–to get married so that never happens again.

[sighs]

A coma? Right. You know, abducted by aliens may not be plausible, but at least it’s not as tired as a coma.

It’s the truth.

[sighs] Do you remember the last day that we saw each other?

Vividly. I asked you to mail something for me, and I never saw you again.

That’s because I was hit by a car… right after I left the post office.

That sounds convenient.

Well, it was actually anything but convenient. If I’d been hit on the way to the post office, they would have been able to trace me to you because of the return address on your package, but all I had on me was my cell phone. And apparently… it was destroyed in the accident. I didn’t have an ID on me, so… they had to put me in a medically induced coma in order to save me. I know. It sounds so farfetched and ridiculous, but that’s… that’s the truth. And after they revived me, not only did I have physical issues… but I lost my memory. I couldn’t get them to contact you because I couldn’t remember you. And ever since then, I’ve been working on myself, you know, trying to get better, learning to–to walk and talk again, figuring out who I am, figuring out who you were. It was… hard… to say the least, but… do you know… what the one good day, the one good day in that whole mess was?

[chuckles] It was the day I remembered how much I loved you.

[sighs]

Everett, what the hell?

[groans]

You–you can’t just show up at my door after all this time and–and expect things to be the same!

I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I’m–I’m so sorry. I’m really sorry. I… Hoping things might be the same is–is–is the only thing that got me through all this. Steph, that’s why I’m here-

to–to tell you that you may not realize it, but… you saved me.

Okay, reality check…

Yeah.

I thought you dumped me. I moved on. I-I don’t live here alone. I’m with someone new.

I know.

You know?

I-I found out that you-

that you moved back to Salem and that you–you run your company from here.

So you’ve been spying on me?

No. No, no, no, no. Nothing like that, all right? I-I came by earlier. I rang the doorbell. When I heard a dude’s voice, I-I took off.

Chad answered, but no one was there. We thought it was a prank.

Well, after that, I sort of had to know what I was up against, so I followed you two to-

What’s that restaurant called, the Brady Pub?

You followed me?

Only so that I could catch you alone so I could tell you all this. Okay, Steph…

[sighs]

I want you back so badly. I don’t know how serious it is with that guy. I only saw what looked like an argument. Just give it to me straight. You married? You engaged?

No. Definitely not.

[dramatic music]

Stephanie knows that you’re a substantial person. She knows that you’re loving and you’re caring, and I don’t think there’s any way that she would compare you to someone who ghosted her.

Yeah, I don’t know. Maybe–maybe not on a conscious level, but she–she thought that she… um, you know, misread me and my intentions the same way she did with the-

with the guy in Seattle.

[light music] I mean, when I moved in with her, I thought that it… that it–it felt right. And now I’m thinking that maybe it was, um… it was too soon… you know? Should I have held off? All I know is that, um… that this fight left, uh-

left a lot of stuff up in the air for us. She wants me to, uh, move on from Abigail so we can go forward. I can’t go back. And I can’t go forward. So, you know, it’s, um… I’m just…

Feeling like you’re trapped, right?

Most people thought he was an evil man. But never for one second did I doubt that his family was the center of his world… his raison d’etre. And I owe that to our baby, and I owe that to you.

It’s just… scary, EJ, because not too long ago, you wanted to elope that night, so you go get a marriage license, and you want to fly to Italy to get married, with Holly and Sydney there. And then…

[chuckles] A funny thing happened along the way to the airport. You had to have someone killed.

[sighs] I mean…

You’re right.

[sighs]

You’re right. I lose track of what really matters or what’s really important… Which is you and the baby. But I will not lose track of that… ever again. I swear.

[sighs]

Oh, that’s like Lucy swearing she won’t pull the football.

I’m asking for a leap of faith here. Nicole, I still have the marriage license.

[scoffs]

I’ll call them up and tell them to get the jet ready and that I’m flying to Italy to get married, and there’s nothing in this world that is going to stop me this time.

I’m not getting married on Halloween.

But you will marry me.

Oh…

[chuckles]

You better be telling me the truth… that DiMera Enterprises is just a job. It is not your life. Look, your… your dysfunctional family isn’t going to change, EJ, so you have to.

Agreed.

[chuckles] God, this would be so much easier if I could just forget the fact that you’re such an accomplished liar.

[chuckles] Nicole, think about it.

[clears throat]

[chuckles] I’m agreeing to marry the one person on this planet who isn’t scared of me and can see right through me, and I hate that. Well, I love you so much… that I am signing on for a lifetime of it.

[both chuckle] Come on, Walker, don’t be a sore winner.

[laughs]

What about Li Shin, huh?

Well, d-do you need a reminder? I could perhaps… see my way to exploit certain animal urges I seem to stir in him.

Okay, first of all, I admire your confidence. I do, because you have pitched this to me numerous times, and I have shot it down every single time, okay? Let’s use our imagination for a second and think about if Li does actually still have feelings for you. You realize you are willingly putting me back in the crosshairs. Or have you forgotten that Li tried to kill me in order to clear a path to you?

Oh, my God, Stefan DiMera, you are a genius!

[both chuckle]

[dramatic music]

So, uh, Dr. Evans, tell me… since I imagine you’ve dealt with a lot of patients dealing with obsessions… has it ever before led to the confession of a felony?

Not that I recall.

Hmm. Well, I know the rules as well as you do-

that what I say here as your patient is confidential… even admitting to a crime.

If it’s a crime that’s happened in the past… yes, but if it’s something that’s about to happen, well, then… that’s quite different. Are you suggesting to me that you’re planning to do something to get Gabi back that could be criminal?

No.

[stammers] Dr. Evans, please, you have to understand, that’s–that’s why I’m here. It’s because I don’t want to do anything like that ever again. I don’t even want to think about it. What I want to do is, I-I just want to move on. I don’t want Gabi in my dreams. I don’t want her in my thoughts. I’m desperate to get past her. But… without your help…

[dramatic music] I don’t know how I can.

And I agree with you, but do you mind telling me why I’m a genius?

‘Cause you just reminded me that Li tried to kill you to get to me! We need leverage on the man-

the same kind of leverage we used on Kristen. He just gave us a way to get it.

Okay, okay, I see what you’re getting at. And it could work, except we’re missing one very important piece.

Proof?

Yeah. Some would say it’s necessary, essential even.

Details. Details.

Mm.

[sighs]

So how can I help?

You already have. You listened. It’s going to be up to me to fix… Once I figure out how to get started.

[both chuckle] Probably involves me going home. So I should go up and get the kids.

Hey, wait. Um, they’re probably still watching that movie, ’cause they had a lot left. And, you know, honestly, we would love to have them here with us tonight, which means you could go home and have some privacy with Stephanie. What do you think?

I think that is a lovely offer, one which I will accept. I’m just going to go and say good night, then.

Okay. Oh, honey.

[light rock music] It’s going to be all right.

Thank you.

[sighs softly]

You’re not engaged?

[dramatic music] Does that mean-

It doesn’t mean anything… not for us. It’s been years, Everett.

[clicks tongue] I get it. All right, this is, uh… it’s a lot to take in all at once. You’ll have questions. You’ll–you’ll need time. You just need to know, okay? That for me… I love you as much as I did the day I left for the post office. And I always will.

[exhales sharply] Okay, um… your boyfriend’ll, uh… he’ll be home soon. Um… I’ll take off. Um, take care, Steph.

You too, Everett.

[breathing deeply]

[chuckles]

Mmm. Okay, so you don’t want to get married on Halloween. How about tomorrow? Do you have any objections to November st?

None that I can think of.

Mm, that’s it, then. Tomorrow… I make you mine.

Oh.

Mm-hmm.

All right.

Mmm.

That means you’re mine.

Mmm. Oh.

[both chuckle]

Thank you for seeing me so last minute. I’m very grateful.

We will start tomorrow with a formal session.

[dramatic music] You going to be all right tonight?

Yeah, um… I already feel a little better.

Good. You’ll have to put in the work, and it will take time. But I’ll be right there with you. And we will work together to help you close this chapter of your life.

And start a new one… without Gabi in it.

All right, we want proof against Li. Here’s my theory. We want it bad enough, we’re going to find it, all right? That’s what we do. That’s what winners do. Come on, baby, we do our best thinking in bed. I’ll race you–oh!

Oh! I’m so sorry. I wasn’t looking where I was going.

It’s okay.

Sorry, uh, do I know you from somewhere?

No, um, I don’t think so.

I-I guess I must have you confused with somebody else. Um, I’m sorry. Happy Halloween. Okay?

Are you sure you don’t know that guy? The way he was looking at you…

I’ve never seen him before in my life.

Hmm.

[door opens]

Hi.

Hi.

The kids are, um-

are going to stay over with, uh, Roman and Kate.

Oh, okay.

Look… I’m really sorry. Do you want to talk?

I think we’ve done enough talking for one day.

Okay, you’re probably right. Um, I’m going to get ready for bed, then.

[keys rattle]

[exhales deeply]

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Oh, it’s a great idea. He just walked in. I’ll tell him. Okay, honey. Love you too. Bye.

[phone beeps] That was John. He would like us all to have supper at Grandpa Tim’s, at his new place tonight.

Ah, that’s terrific. Yeah. That’ll give us a chance to celebrate.

Celebrate?

Celebrate. Yeah, it looks like I may be getting my little girl back thanks to Stefan and Gabi.

Hey, how’d it go with Kristen? Did you get what we needed?

Oh, yeah. Brady played her perfectly. Got it all on video. How’d it go with Rachel?

Great. Kid gave a star performance. I’m uploading it to the computer now.

You don’t seem too happy about it.

Well, you know, I was gung-ho about making this video, and it never occurred to me that maybe we’d sunk too low. But now I’ve seen it. And, Stefan, I mean, if anybody ever accused me of abusing Arianna in any way, I would–

You would lose your mind. I get it. And if I’m being honest here, I agree with you. This–this is low.

[soft dramatic music] Gabi, here’s what we need to focus on. This whole thing– it’s just a means to an end, right? It’s just a strategy to get Kristen to give in to our demands, right, so we can finally oust EJ and be in control of our company. Now, these videos, they’re never gonna go any further than Kristen seeing them and realizing she has no other choice but to sign those shares over to us. Okay?

Yeah. Oh, I know. It’s never gonna go public.

No. No, no, no, no, no. It’s never gonna come to that, ever. And Rachel will not in any way be harmed by this.

Good. Because she’s just an innocent little girl. And I mean, I feel sorry for her because she’s got a crazy mother.

Let’s just focus on the positive here. And that is we’re almost done with this. And when we are, we will have achieved our goals. Because when Kristen gets a load of these videos, her shares are as good as ours.

Well, I did not realize how late it was. If we stayed any longer, we could have just made our lunch roll all the way over into dinner.

Mm-hmm. It’s been far too long since we have broken bread. I’m glad we could find the time.

Yeah, well, I’m gonna head home. Do you need a lift?

Actually, before you leave, I was wondering if we could discuss an important business matter.

[chuckles] You finally stopped beating around the bush. Oh, let me guess. This is about my company shares? Hmm?

[sighs]

Yes.

Steph, talk to me.

What exactly did my dad say?

He just–he said that– he said that you made a commitment to me and my kids. And in his mind, that means you’re ready to get married sooner rather than later.

I wish my parents would just back off. God, this is so embarrassing.

You don’t have to be embarrassed, Steph.

[soft dramatic music] Is he right?

Yes, he is.

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

Steph, why didn’t you tell me you were ready to get married?

Because I was embarrassed, just like I am now. You overheard me blurting it out to my mom, so I downplayed it. And I was right to, obviously, since you looked so relieved when I did. And then you said that you liked the way things were, that you didn’t want to rush into anything.

Because I thought– I thought that you felt the same way.

Honestly, I was disappointed.

Then you should have said something. We have to be able to talk about this type of stuff, Stephanie.

I didn’t want to pressure you after everything you’ve gone through. I–I know that you’re still mourning Abigail, but–

But what?

Since it’s all out in the open now, Chad, I have to say, I’m– I’m a little confused. If you didn’t see marriage anywhere on the horizon, why did you invite me to move in with you and your kids?

[melancholy country music]

Because it–it– you know, it was the next natural step.

And what’s the next step after that?

Marriage. Eventually.

Look, I get that there’s no set timetable for this stuff. But, Chad, I can’t– I can’t help wondering now that we’ve moved in together, are you having second thoughts about us?

I’m sure you’re aware Gabi and Stefan are building a power base.

Mm-hmm. Yes, I heard they somehow obtained Megan and Dimitri’s shares.

Somehow?

Yes.

They did it by threat of death. After Vivian shot our nephew, those goons stood over his bleeding body– in our home, no less– and refused to call an ambulance until he signed over the shares.

I weirdly kind of respect that.

[scoffs]

Okay, I’ll admit, it was pretty ruthless.

Ruthless and deceitful and out of control. And now that they have a taste for blood, who knows who they’ll target next? It could be any one of the DiMera shareholders, including you.

[suspenseful music]

Wow. Not only are you a brilliant director, but you are a hell of an editor. Look out, Hollywood.

You married a woman with many talents.

Don’t I know it.

Hey, I gotta finish this. And the quicker I finish this, the quicker we can blackmail Kristen into handing over her shares.

You’re right. All right. EJ’s probably at it as we speak. And if he gains control before we do, we’ll be left out in the cold.

Yeah, and their little lunch date put our post-production into a rush. So what if he already won? What if she’s handing over her shares, or at the very least, deciding to vote with him?

No way. Kristen’s way too smart to give up anything without incentive. And this–this is incentive.

He’s just as likely to blackmail her. He could be pulling a gun on her in a dark alley.

Maybe you should work faster.

Oh, my God.

[sighs]

After you left, Stefan– he came by and filled me in.

I’m almost afraid to ask. What did he say?

He wanted me to provoke a fight with Kristen, so I did. I met her up at the square, and I riled her up. And Stefan caught it all on video.

What have you gotten yourself into?

I don’t think I should give you the details.

Tell me.

Okay. Okay. Okay. Okay.

[tense music] We’re gonna make it look like Kristen has been abusing Rachel.

What?

Okay, what do you think?

Gabi, it is a cinematic masterpiece and… quite frankly, pretty disturbing.

[tense music] Kristen’s gonna freak. And she is gonna make sure she does anything and everything she can to make sure that doesn’t get in front of a judge because she would for sure lose custody.

I still feel a little uneasy about framing the woman for child abuse.

Well, that’s in her hands now. Okay? She gives in to our demands, no one loses their daughter.

What about Brady? I mean, he’s gonna want to show this to the judge. He wants his daughter too.

Okay, I do feel a little guilty about that. But Brady’s a big boy. If he wants custody of his daughter back, he’ll find another way.

Please tell me that I heard that wrong.

I know, I know, I know. It’s extreme. It’s extreme, but I’m desperate, and I don’t care. I don’t care. I want my girl back, so…

It’s a terrible lie. Look, I’m no fan of Kristen’s. You know that. And I think she can do unspeakably terrible things, but I do not believe she would ever hurt her daughter.

I agree, I don’t believe– I don’t believe she would hurt her physically. I agree with you. But emotionally? We know her handiwork. ,::, We do. We watched as she turned her against Chloe. And she’s slowly gonna turn her against me too. It’s gonna happen.

Then use that in court, the truth.

No, the truth, it doesn’t work. It’s not strong enough. It’s not strong enough. Okay? What will work is Gabi and Stefan are going to make this video of Kristen being Kristen with some other footage. And it’s gonna show that Kristen is a danger to her daughter. Period.

I don’t believe this. This is unethical. What’s more, it is not who you are.

Kristen plays dirty all the time. You know what she told that judge? She told that judge that I had killed Philip, knowing damn well that I was innocent of that.

And now that Philip is unequivocally alive, I thought you and Belle were gonna pursue that in court.

No, no, we can’t. I mean, there’s no point to it. It’s not a slam dunk anyway because the judge is not a fan of the fact that I, you know, stuck a gun in Kristen’s face and kidnapped my own daughter.

And how is the judge gonna feel when he finds out this is all a made-up story on your part? And how is your daughter gonna feel when she realizes you have framed her mother? Brady, Brady, you’re gonna lose your little girl, honey.

What are you saying, EJ? You think that Stefan and Gabi are gonna shoot me in the back and force me to sign over my shares?

They’re certainly capable of it. Look. I’ll admit that, with your help, I could get ahead of them, oust Stefan, and take control of the company– with the family’s best interests, of course. But my main concern right now is your well-being. Help me help you take the target off your back.

How?

Transfer your shares to me, temporarily, of course, ensuring your safety.

[laughing]

[clears throat]

And then I told Chad if he wasn’t in it for the long haul, he needed to tell Stephanie.

You didn’t.

I don’t want to see our daughter get hurt again.

Neither do I, but it’s not our place to interfere.

I was just trying to get Chad to step up. That’s all.

Well, you possibly made things worse.

Well, I hope not. I should go back over there.

Wait, wait, wait. Are you–are you kidding me? No. The best thing you can do is butt out.

Listen to me.

[soft music] I am glad that I moved in with you. Okay, and I am glad that I get to wake up every single morning, and I get to see your beautiful face. And I’m glad that you’re there for my kids. They adore you. But I have to admit. I am– I’m really caught off guard here because I thought that– I thought that things were going well. Yes? No?

A lot of it’s been great, of course. But on top of this whole embarrassing marriage issue that– there’s been other tension between us lately. And I can’t help but think if maybe it all ties back to the same problem.

Which is?

Abigail.

[chuckling]

I don’t see what’s so funny.

Oh, my God. You are seriously trying to convince me to hand over my shares for my own protection? That’s pretty audacious, EJ, even for you.

Okay. Okay, fine. Keep your shares. But you must help me neutralize Stefan. I’ll call a shareholder meeting. And if you vote with me, we can remove our brother from the company.

Oh, God, and I’m supposed to trust you? If memory serves, that hasn’t always worked out for me so well.

I admit that I have let you down in the past. But it’s come to a point, Kristen, where you can no longer safely play both sides from the middle anymore. You are going to have to make a choice.

[tense music] Kristen, I know we haven’t always seen eye to eye, but you know me. And we have helped each other before. So why not again? I’m extending you an olive branch, Kristen. I suggest you take it.

All right. I guess we can put our differences aside.

So I have your vote?

Mm-mm. You have my ear. I need time to think about this.

Understood. Understood. But don’t take too much time. I have a feeling Stefan is ready to make his move.

The love Chad and Abigail had, it’s not gonna be easy for Stephanie to compete with that.

No, it’s not. Listen, when I thought that I lost you all those years ago, I don’t think I ever managed to get over it. And all those years went by, my heart always belonged to you. I think part of me died the day that you were taken away from us.

[soft music]

Kayla.

What?

Kayla.

What?

Thank you.

Thank you? Thank you for what?

Thank you for my life. I was nothing without you. You gave me everything.

I’d still give you everything. You listen to me. We’ve always gotten our strength from each other. Do you hear me? You take what you need. You take what you need from me.

[moaning]

[monitor beeping] I… I love you, sweetness.

[groaning]

I love you too. Shh.

[monitor flatlines] No.

[sniffles]

Okay, are you upset about earlier that– that I brought up that you were wearing Abigail’s costume?

I wasn’t upset, Chad. You were. And just the look on your face, it drove home the point for me in a way that I can no longer ignore.

It drove what point home?

I’ll never escape my cousin’s shadow.

Okay, you know what? Look, I’m sorry that I hurt your feelings, okay? But you can’t expect me to never bring up Abigail’s name. All right? She was–

The love of your life. I’m well aware. And I’ve tried really hard to respect that. But to be honest, you haven’t made it easy.

What does that mean?

You pulled away from me on her birthday, and then you excluded me when you took the kids to the cemetery.

Because I thought that we needed to do that as a family.

And what am I, Chad? You know what? Never mind. I understand. It hurts, but I understand. But, Chad, it’s just– when you add all of this stuff together, it feels like I’m not wanted in my own home, like I don’t belong there.

What–that was never my intention to make you feel that way. I want to build a life with you. I just need–I just need a little bit of leeway.

How much is enough, Chad? Because I’ve been trying, but it feels like I’m walking around on eggshells all the time. And I’ve tried really hard to respect your feelings, but I’m just–I’m not getting the same consideration in return.

You’re not the one whose wife was brutally murdered.

[tense music]

The judge isn’t gonna figure it out. Because Gabi and Stefan, they said they’re gonna make the video as real as possible.

You’re putting a lot of faith in those two. Do you think that’s warranted?

They seem highly motivated to make this happen.

Well, good for them. Because the person who is going to lose here is you if this goes wrong.

I know–look, I know. I know it’s risky, okay? I do. I do. But I don’t know what to do, okay? This is the only way I’m going to regain custody of my kid. And I need to check with Stefan to see if everything’s running smoothly. Excuse me.

[phone line trilling]

[cell phone beeps]

Brady?

Hey. I was just checking on the status of the video. When can I expect it?

We’re almost done. We’ll be right over.

Great. Thanks. It’s all good. They’re on their way.

Well, I’m not sure how much longer we can put off Brady.

Well, then we should call Kristen.

Did someone say my name?

Actually, yes, we were just talking about you and how you hadn’t returned yet from your lunch with EJ.

Yeah, but we thought maybe we’d have to go rescue you.

No, there’s no need. I had a very, very nice lunch. Although, he did talk my ear off at the end.

Let me guess. He wants to get his hands on your DiMera shares?

[laughs] To be honest, yes. He was worried you would beat him to the punch.

What’d you say?

Well, he made a very strong pitch as to why I should throw my lot in with him.

Oh, well, you know, before you make your decision, I think you should hear our pitch. Pretty sure it’s gonna be very persuasive. Why don’t you have a look?

[tense music]

Rachel, tell me, so who did this to you? Who gave you that black eye?

My mommy did.

Are you sure?

Yes, I’m sure.

What the hell is that?

Why does my daughter have a black eye? If either one of you have laid a finger on her–

Relax. It’s makeup.

Fine! But why? Why would you do this? I mean, is this just some kind of Halloween joke? Because I assure you, having my daughter accuse me of hurting her, that is not funny, not at all.

[tense music]

You’re right, Kristen. It’s a very serious accusation.

No, it is completely reprehensible, not to mention ridiculous. I would never hurt my child.

Are you sure about that?

She’s my daughter, which means I will discipline her any way I see fit. Oh, my God. Oh, my God! You guys set me up! I mean, you made it look like– Why are you doing this to me? Why are you doing this to me?

I think you know.

Oh, you son of a bitch.

Brady, look at me. You’ve got to put a stop to this.

I know you don’t approve. I know you don’t approve. I respect that. I do. And I don’t like stooping to Kristen’s level, but I don’t know what else to do. Do you understand that I’m miserable? I want to see my little girl. Do you know I have not been allowed to see my little girl since Kristen took custody? Do you know that?

I’m so sorry this is happening to you.

Do you know what Tate called me the other day? An absent father. “You’re an absent father.” You know what the worst part about it is he’s not wrong.

[soft music] He’s not wrong, and that’s why I need– I need to make sure that I do right by Rachel. I need to be there for her.

You are there for her.

Not anymore, I’m not. At least with Tate, I could call him every other day when he was in California. I could visit him when I could. But with Rachel, Kristen has frozen me out of her life.

I understand. But this is not the way to fix it.

Then what–then what am I supposed to do? My little girl is in town. She’s in arm’s reach. She’s right down the road. And I can’t see her, and I’m her father. When do I get to see her again, Marlena, when she’s , after Kristen’s polluted her mind to the point where she doesn’t even want to have anything to do with me anymore? She’s not gonna want to be a part of my life by then.

That’s not going to happen.

It isn’t gonna happen because I’m gonna fight like hell to make sure it doesn’t happen! I’m gonna get my little girl back. To me, the ends justify the means.

Delete this right now!

Uh-huh.

Kristen, we’re happy to. It’s no problem. All you have to do is sign over your shares. Otherwise, we’ll be forced to turn the video over to Brady.

[tense music]

Oh, my God. So he is in on your twisted plan?

Sort of. He’s under the impression that we’re going to give him the video, so he can take it to the judge and get custody of Rachel.

Yeah, but what he doesn’t know is that we’re giving you a choice. See, this video can go away forever if you do what we want.

Wow. You’re double crossing him?

I think you should be grateful. I am giving you an opportunity here.

How dare you.

Take your time. Or you know what, actually, I wouldn’t take that long if I were you.

Well, it’s obvious this video has been doctored. And what judge is going to believe such a disgusting farce?

Okay, Kristen. Kristen, look at me. You finally have everything you’ve always wanted. Are you really willing to risk it all? So ask yourself. What’s more important, your DiMera voting power or a long-lasting healthy, happy relationship with your daughter?

I hate that you and Stephanie were on your own for so many years.

[soft music] I’ll always regret not being there.

I know. And I’ll admit it was hard. But then one wonderful, miraculous day, you walked back into my life.

Excuse me, miss? You all right?

I’m fine.

You sure?

That voice. It can’t be. Steve? And I count my blessings every day that you came back to me. I honestly thought I would live the rest of my life with never knowing true love again.

What if the same is true for Chad? That he could never get over Abigail.

It’s impossible to answer. We just have to let them figure it out for themselves. And all we can do, as Stephanie’s parents, is be there for her, no matter what happens.

I’m so sorry. I shouldn’t have said that.

I know you’ve suffered a great loss, Chad. And I hate that I may be coming off as insecure or impatient, but I have my own baggage. And while it may not compare to yours, I refuse to make myself small in order to be in this relationship.

I’m not asking you to do that. You need to tell me how you feel, though, Stephanie. I’m not psychic.

I’m not asking you to be. I just need you to acknowledge that this isn’t easy for me either, especially after… No, never mind.

What do you mean never mind? Tell me.

No. It just–it doesn’t compare to what you’ve gone through. What happened to Abigail, oh, my God, is such a tragedy for you, for the kids.

Steph, I don’t give a damn that it doesn’t compare, Stephanie. I need you to talk to me. I need you to tell me. Stephanie?

Mm. I was alluding to what happened with that guy in Seattle.

Okay. The guy that ghosted you?

Yeah. But like I said, it just–it seems terribly insensitive for me to seem like I’m feeling sorry for myself about that. Nobody died. It was just hurtful. And you’ve heard it before.

It’s not insensitive, Stephanie. It was obviously something that was very painful for you.

It was. I thought things were going really well. I was falling hard for him. And I thought he felt the same way. Just when things started to get serious, he suddenly disappeared on me. And I guess, deep down, I’m worried you’re going to do the same thing.

What? Stephanie, I would never do that to you.

I got my heart broken before because I misread the situation. I don’t want to make that same mistake again. But it looks like I already have misread the situation. I thought you wanted to marry me.

I do. Hey, Stephanie, I do, eventually.

I wish I could believe that.

You can believe that. Stephanie, I love you.

Yeah. Just not as much as your dead wife.

[dramatic music]

I tried to drop off a little Halloween bag for your daughter today, and Kristen wouldn’t let me visit with her.

See? She’s being unreasonable. At least my son got to spend a little time with Rachel the other day. And I think he tried to talk me up to her. I don’t think it worked, though. I’m sure Kristen’s already hard at work turning her against me.

She wouldn’t do that.

She’s already doing it. Do you understand that if I let Kristen raise Rachel, she’s gonna warp her mind the same way that Stefano warped Kristen’s? I am not gonna let that happen.

I remember when Kristen came to Salem. Stefano had everybody believing that– that John was the evil one.

That’s why I know you understand more than anyone why I need to keep my little girl out of Kristen’s grasp.

I do understand. And I hate what Kristen is doing right now. And I hate what it’s doing to you because this is not who you are.

[cell phone beeps] Oh, I’m sorry. It’s the hospital. I’ve got to get there. It’s a patient.

Okay.

Brady? I hope you get your daughter back. But this is not the way to do it.

[tense music]

I think you’re making the right decision.

Oh, is that so?

Mm-hmm.

I think Dimitri had the right idea when he tried to pump the two of you with lead.

Our intention was never to take Rachel away from you. We just want your shares.

Yeah, in fact, you can keep all the money from the dividends. We don’t care about that. All we care about is the voting power.

Yeah, you’ll still be able to support Rachel.

How generous of you.

Oh, one more thing. We need you to remind Peter where his loyalties lie.

Just so you know, this is not gonna give you enough power to control DiMera.

Not yet.

Yeah, and in the meantime, it’ll stop EJ from ousting Stefan.

All right. Let’s get this done, huh? The sooner we get those certificates signed over to us, the sooner we delete the videos.

What is the problem?

This is all just a bit too hard to swallow. You know, every fiber in my being just wants me to take my chances with the judge and tell the two of you to go to hell.

Okay, it took a while, but we finally found a suitable film for Charlotte and Thomas out of Roman’s vast array of Westerns and action films.

Yeah? Which one?

“Labyrinth.” It’s the ‘s movie with David Bowie, yeah?

Uh-huh, it’s like it’s a drive-in Saturday. So where’s Stephanie?

[soft music]

Stephanie’s gone.

[tense music]

Damn it.

[sighs]

Ah, Kristen, there you are. Look, I don’t mean to press you for an answer but–

EJ, just stop. Just stop. I don’t have them.

[tense music]

What do you mean you don’t have–

You lost. You lost, EJ. I signed my shares over to the demonic duo.

Why would you do that?

Because I had no choice.

Okay, where’s the video?

Well, the video has been deleted.

What are you talk– deleted? What are you–un-delete it.

Well, no, we can’t. It’s gone for good.

How could you even let this happen? What are you talking about?

No, we made it happen. See, that video was never for you to use against Kristen. It was for us to use against her.

You double-crossed me? Is that what you did?

It’s nothing personal.

Hey, it’s nothing pers– it’s nothing personal.

No, Brady, Brady!

You son of a bitch. Stop, stop, stop. There’s no point now, no point. Done.

All right. Get out of here. Get out, both of you. Get out. Get out of here, man! Unbelievable!

[soft music]

What happened?

You know, we weren’t on the same page. And it turned into a fight.

Okay. Well, I sensed when I walked the kids upstairs that things were getting tense. What was it about?

What else?

Abigail.

Yup. Abigail.

It’s okay, Papa. I know you didn’t mean to cause any trouble.

But I did. I can hear it in your voice.

Chad and I had a long talk. It didn’t go well.

[sighs] Should your mom and I come over there right now?

No, I’m–no. I think I just need to be alone for a while.

[knock at door] Papa, I have to go. I think we have some trick-or-treaters.

Okay, I love you, little sweetness. We’ll talk soon?

Yeah. Love you too.

[soft music] Oh, my God.

[tense music]

[soft music]

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I trust you have settled into your new home, then and you are making inroads with the young Mr. Kiriakis?

[tense music]

Inroads? Forget that. I’m playing the long game. The last thing I want to do is scare him off.

Of course not. I understand. Especially after you went through all the trouble of making him Victor’s long-lost son and heir.

[sighs] Yeah. Especially after that.

[chuckles] And for thatI am very grateful. God knows neither one of us wanted it to be Xander.

[tense music]

No, Sloan. I don’t want you to hold back. I want you to throw a colossal spanner in the works. Well, it’s an expression. I just–it just means that I want you to hit Sarah with both barrels and it her with every barrel that you can. This hearing coming up I’m willing to do whatever it takes to get custody of my daughter.

[knock at door] Just let me know if you need anything else.

[phone beeps]

[Xander sighs] Maggie! Well, this is a pleasant surprise! How are you?

I am fit to be tied is how I am. How dare you try to take my granddaughter away?

[tense music]

You know, I always love this time of year especially when the kids were little.

Yeah, you loved it because you liked raiding Stephanie and Joe’s candy haul.

That is not true!

It is.

Okay, wellmaybe a few times.

[soft upbeat music]

Yay.

Wow, look at you.

You are so cute.

Those are great costumes. You’re such a scary witch!

[Kayla chuckles]

What a nice surprise!

I know, right? I had the pleasure of picking up these two sweethearts from school and bringing them over here to have an after-school treat.

That’s because my dad and Stephanie are home working.

[mouth full] Okay, Steph?

[clearly] Steph, how’s this? “Titan regrets the decision to disrupt their habitat “but will have the turtles transported “to a nearby sanctuary while a new location for the plant is being scouted.”

That’s pretty goodbut don’t say decision. It implies culpability. Just say Titan regrets the disruption.

That’s a good catch. Got it.

[doorbell chimes]

Ohcould you please get that? I’m just putting on some finishing touches on my costume.

Yep. No problem. Probably have an early batch of trick-or-treaters.

[laughing evilly] Mwa-ha-ha-ha-ha!

[suspenseful mysterious music]

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

[suspenseful music]

Konstantin? Hello?

I-I must go.

[phone beeps] Well, if it isn’t the lovely Sarah and even lovelier with a baby in her arms.

[chuckles] I don’t feel so lovely on three hours of sleep.

Every new mother is lovely.

[Sarah chuckles] And who is this little angeleh? I haven’t had the privilege of being introduced. My name is Konstantin. And you are?

[Sarah chuckles]

[baby crying]

This very loud, little angel is Victoria.

Oh! Named after Victor, of course. What a wonderful tribute to a wonderful man. And how happy he would be to know that you are here in this world, hmm?

I’d like to think so.

Mm.

Although he wasn’t always very happy with her father. And I couldn’t help but overhear when I came in you were talking about him– about Xander.

[Victoria crying]

Now listen, Maggie–

No! You listen to me. You are not only trying to get full custody of Victoria which is an outrage but you have the gall to call Sarah an unfit mother!

She is unfit. She tried to deny my child her father.

That doesn’t have anything to do with whether or not she could take care of her child! She is a wonderful mother!

Oh, she wasn’t very wonderful to me, was she? She lied to me. Let me believe that my daughter was Rex’s. And come to think of itso did you.

[suspenseful mysterious music]

Hmm.

Was it trick or treaters?

[clears throat] No, no, nobody was there. It must have been some kids playing a prank. EJ said the same thing happened to him last night. Hey, how’s it going with that costume in there? You need some help? It’s kind of taking, uh… * Forever *

No, I think I’m fine.

[mouth full] Forever!

[chuckling] I think I’m finally finished. Ta-da.

[soft dramatic music] Well, what do you think?

Yeah, it’s nice.

It seems you don’t like it. Oh, did you want to wear matching costumes?

No.

Sorry, I didn’t think to ask.

No, no, no, it’s not that.

Chad? What? Tell me what you’re thinking.

It’s nothing. It’s the last Halloween I spent with Abigail she–she wore a costume exactly like that.

[Alex groaning]

Alex! What happened to you?

[Alex groans]

[intense music]

[Theresa gasps]

[Alex groans]

God! We have to get you to a hospital now!

No, no, no, no, no, noit’s okay, it’s okay. The only thing in need of emergency attention is this shirt. Don’t worry, it’s not blood.

[scoffs] It’s not?

Uh?

What happened? Did you run into some Halloween prank or something?

[sighs] I wish. A-apparently one of Titan’s manufacturing plants disturbed the habitat of some local turtles? And anywaywe’re relocating these things. And meanwhilethis activist group shows up claiming that Titan has blood on its hands. So I’m walking out of the building to go to lunch and–

Someone just threw blood on you?

I mean, I think it’s just food coloring and corn syrup? I hope?

Ugh.

I mean, I guess I could pull it off as some sick Halloween costume.

[Theresa sighs]

Think it would be better to go home and change, though.

YeahI think you need a shower and a clean shirt, mister.

I think you’re right. Maybe you should come home and join me.

[soft dramatic music] I mean, this is some pretty sticky stuff. I might need some help scrubbing it off.

[Theresa scoffs]

All this timeyou knew the truth. And here I am the idiot who thought we had a real connection.

We did, but– we do.

[soft dramatic music] Xander, you know how I feel about you. And I hope you know that I hated lying to you.

Yet here we are.

Yes. Well, if it’s any consolation I pleaded with Sarah to tell you the truth. But she was so angry with you because of what you had done to Bonnie and Susan.

Yeah, she convinced herself that I was a murderer.

Well, at the very least she thought she had gone back on your word. And you had reverted back to your scheming ways. And in fact, all to be fairyou had and with terrible consequences. But honestlyI thought you should have been given a second chance. But she wasn’t changing her mind. And even though I disagreed with her, she’s– she’s my daughter, and I have to respect her wishes.

[soft dramatic music]

[Xander sighs]

Of course. I suppose you did. I’m sorry, Maggie. I shouldn’t have lost my temper and shouted at you especially now. I can only imagine how hard things have been for you since you lost Victor.

Apology accepted. Thank you, Xander.

How are you holding up?

You’re right.

[shakily] It’s hard.

[Maggie sighs] But it’s been a little easier lately. Thanks to a wonderful manKonstantin.

[ominous music]

Oh, so you heard me say something about Xander?

Yes. I-I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean to eavesdrop.

Oh, of course not. It’s-it’s quite all right. I was, um… talking to a friend of mine in Greece. He’s running the restaurant while I’m away.

And you were telling him about Xander? D-does he even know Xander?

Oh, he does.

[sighs] Believe me. Victor’s nephew has quite a reputation in Greece. Everyone knows that he is the black sheep of the Kiriakis family despite his misguided delusions about wanting to be the golden boy.

[both sigh]

That sounds about right.

Now I’ve heard from your mother that he is trying to take custody of your daughter?

[Konstantin scoffs]

Mm-hmm.

Forgive me. I apologize. I suppose I was gossiping but I had to let my friend in Greece know that he had added another horrible deed to his… long list. I-I suppose I shouldn’t be surprised. Your ex-husband has hurt many people. My family included.

I-I’m so sorry.

[sighs] Thank you. But there’s no need for you to apologize. Tell mewhat are your lawyers saying? Surely they can’t believe that Xander can get custody of your pretty, little girl, huh? Huh?

Well, my lawyer is Justin.

Oh.

Victor’s nephew.

A very wise choice.

And although he doesn’t think that a judge would give Xander custody of Victoria he also warned that one could.

But why? How could the judge possibly find you unfit?

Um… uh, because I lied. I told Xander that he wasn’t Victoria’s father.

[sighing] Oh.

And he only found out because of something that someone else overheard.

Oh, how unfortunate.

Mm-hmm.

And I imagine, Sarah you thought that it was in Victoria’s best interest to never let Xander learn that he was the real father? Right?

[chuckling] Of courseI completely agree with you.

Well–

[chuckles] Let’s hope that a judge is as understanding as you are.

I hope so as well.

Yeah, right now, I just– I have to do absolutely everything I can to look like the perfect parent for my daughter. And… I think I know just how to do that.

[dramatic music]

I got some chocolate fudge bars! And Charlotte got threeso could I have one more?

Um, sure, sure. Here you go.

Thanks.

You’re supposed to put one each in each bag.

Oops. I guess I put a couple extras in somebody’s bag.

Uh-huh.

That’s because they’re the best. Right, little dude?

Right.

Yeah, well, I need to talk to your Uncle Steve about the finer points of candy distribution. Well, come here a secondwould you?

[softly] Uh-oh, I’m in trouble.

You’re not in trouble. I just want to talk to you before Stephanie and Chad get here.

Are you afraid I’m going to give them some extra fudge bars?

[chuckling] No, it’s not about candy. I just want to give you the heads-up that maybe we don’t really ask them about, you know when they’re getting married.

Oh, I’m not going to make that same mistake twice. Why? Did Chad propose?

[sighs] No, not exactly. Stephanie told me today that he finally admitted that he didn’t see himself getting married anytime soon.

[Kayla sighs]

So Abigail wore this same costume?

[delicate dramatic music] God, what a coincidence. I-I’m sorry. I had no idea.

No, no, no, don’t–sorry. It’s not your fault. And it’s just that they’re– they’re–almost identical.

Yeah, wellI rented this from the costume shop off the square so I’ll bet Abigail got hers at the same place.

Yeah, she–she always went all-out for Halloween.

Yeah, I’m sureespecially with the kids. Well, I will go change.

Hey, no, no, no. Wait. Don’t do that. You put so much effort into it. And you look– you look beautiful.

No, no, no. It’s not a lot of effort. It’s just a costume. And I don’t want to wear something that upsets the kids. Or you, either. Today is supposed to be funright? Just give me a minute.

I mean, this is some pretty sticky stuff. I might need a little help scrubbing it off. Might be in some hard-to-reach places.

Uh-huh. I don’t really think showering with you falls under roomie dutiesmister.

Oh. Well, I don’t think we are just roomies, miss, right? I think we’re a little bit more than that.

Okay, look.

[sighs] I know that we slept togetherlike, really, really fast but I think that now that we’re living together we should perhaps hold off.

Because?

Because… as I said we should get to know each other, right? You know? Like, maybe you could buy a girl a lunch.

[Alex chuckles sarcastically]

I think I said something like that, but sure, yes. I think I can do that especially considering I just inherited, like a gazillion dollars. I can spare it. I will be back.

[suspenseful music]

[Theresa sighs]

Boy. Long game, indeed.

[soft upbeat music]

Wow, don’t you look dashingCount?

I figured I’d go with a classic.

Uh, Stephaniewhat are you going as? Like, a potential victim, or–

Uh…

[Chad chuckles] No, I, um, I-I just decided not to wear my costume.

Oh. Why is that?

I realized that the, uh the costume I had just wasn’t the right thing. And it didn’t really fit me.

I’m sorrybut I need to get to work.

Ooh.

Mm. Hey, listen, Count. Why don’t you come by the blood bank later and you can, uhdrum up some business?

Ah, yes.

Have fun with the kiddos. Bye, ladies! both: Bye.

See you.

Stephaniecome see our candy.

Wow! Whoa, you really hit the jackpot, huh?

Chad? I need to talk to you.

Well, it sounds like Konstantin has been a great comfort to you.

He has been, actually. Meeting someone who knew Victor for so long I mean, who can tell you things about him that you didn’t even know yourself?

That’s wonderful. I’m grateful that Konstantin can give you that. Well, I’m afraid that, uhhe’s not equally fond of me. I had some unfortunate business dealings with his family, you see.

Yeah, he-he mentioned itI think.

Well, he’s not here for me. He’s here for you.

Mm.

And I’m glad you have someone you can lean on. Although for the recordyou can always lean on me.

I appreciate that, Xander. Your friendship means so much to me.

[soft sentimental music]

We’re more than friendsMaggie. We’re family.

[softly] Yeah.

[Maggie’s hand pats Xander’s back]

[Xander sighs] Yes, yes, we are family. And we always will be, Xander because of that beautifullittle baby.

[Xander sighs]

[Maggie laughs]

She’s really beautifulisn’t she?

Yes, she is.

[Xander chuckles] And she deserves to be loved and cared for by both of her parents. So for her sake I hope so much that you and Sarah… well, you can work things out.

Whatever you have to doit will be more than worth it if it means keeping this little baby with you where she belongs.

[Victoria fussing]

I’m hoping so. Anyway I know that my mother is very happy that you are here and you have been such a comfort to her.

That is very kind of you to say.

And I’m running late. I have an errand. And I need to find this little one’s nanny so that she can put her down for a nap.

What? I ran into the nanny upstairs. If you’d like, I can take the little one up to her.

Are you sure?

[chuckles] Of course! I am no stranger to babies.

[chuckling] Okay. And Victoria has clearly already taken a liking to you.

[Victoria cooing excitedly]

Well, I should hope so. Because I am most clearly crazy about her.

[both laugh]

Okay. Thank you so much. And I love you, little one.

[smooches]

[Konstantin sighs]

[softly] Thank you.

[Victoria cooing excitedly]

Yes. Agapoula mou. Yes.

[Victoria cooing]

[soft tense music] I hate to break it to you…

[whispers] But your namesake is one horrible son of a bitch.

[Victoria crying] Yes, he is. And I intend to get all his money. Yes, I do.

[Victoria crying]

You expecting someone?

Just those damn protesters who showed up at Titan earlier.

Doubt they followed you here.

Yeah, can’t be too careful.

Don’t worry. You got it all off.

Yeah, well, it would have been a lot easier if I had… somebody to help spot check.

[soft dramatic music]

I’ll tell you what.

Mm?

The next time you’re doused in corn syrup and red food coloring…

[Alex chuckles] I’ll be sure to take a cursory peek.

Just a peek?

Well, well, well. If it isn’t Salem’s newest roommates.

[sighs] What do you want, Xander?

Nothing from you, believe me. But you…

Mm?

I feel like I didn’t give you a proper warning yesterday so I’ll do it now. You’re making a huge mistake being anywhere near this woman.

Uh, I’m sitting right here. I can hear you.

YeahI think I can handle myself.

Don’t be so sure. Theresa is a grade-A manipulator.

[spoon clatters on plate]

Again I’m sitting right here.

The only reason someone like her offers to spend time with someone like you is because she’s after your fortune.

[mysterious tense music]

Maggie, you’re home!

Oh. Hello, Konstantin.

Aside from always being delighted to see you while you were out a gift I had made for you was delivered.

Oh, Konstantin. That’s very sweet of you. But it’s completely unnecessary.

Of course it’s necessary! You’ve been gracious enough to let me stay here. The least I can do is repay you for your kindness.

Oh. Oh, heavens. My kindness doesn’t need repaying. and even if it did, I mean you gave me that beautifullovely photo album. And it helped me feel so much closer to Victor seeing him in those pictures.

I’m glad those photos brought you so much comfort. Just like I hope this gift will.

[delicate dramatic music]

Oh, my goodness. What is this? What is this? Oh, my God. Oh.

[Maggie sighs softly]

Hey.

Hi, Kayla.

Hi, Sarah.

Now a bad time?

No, never. Not for you. It’s wonderful to see you. How’s little Victoria?

Oh, she’s amazing. And I am exhausted.

[chuckles]

Oh, yeah. I remember those first few months. They are brutal.

[chuckling] Mm-hmm.

But it’s to be expectedright? And you do not look exhausted.

Aw.

You look great.

[chuckles] You’re sweet. You’re lying, but you’re sweet.

[chuckles] Not.

[Sarah chuckles] Where is that little beauty? Did you bring her in for a checkup?

No, um, she’s at home. Um, I came in because, uh there’s something I was hoping you could help me with.

Sure. If I can, I’m happy to. What do you need?

[soft dramatic music]

A job.

[soft upbeat music]

What’s going on?

Well…

[sighs] I’m sorry I brought up the subject of marriage the other night. But I didn’t realize it at the time. Kayla just told me that Stephanie said you told her you didn’t see yourself getting married anytime soon.

Right. I mean, Steph and I, we– we–we talked about it. She feels the same way I do.

Oh.

It seems like we’re on the same page about it.

Are you? I don’t know, man. I think you may need to turn to a new page.

I-I didn’t know that you had decided to stay in town.

Um, yeah, yeah. I-I am definitely staying. Um… I don’t know how much you’ve heard, but.. Xander is suing me for full custody of Victoria.

Oh, no. Wellyou can’t really be worried that a judge would grant that?

Um…

[sighs] I didn’t think so, but Justin said that one very well could because I lied about her paternity. Oh, Kayla, I’m so sorry. I’m just–I’m doing everything in my power to make sure that I look like the best parent possible for my daughter. I mean, hell, I am doing everything in my power to be the best parent for my daughter. But you know now Rex and I are getting a divorce. And my situation is just a lot more precarious now.

[somber music]

I see.

And Xander…

[sniffles] Will probably use anything and everything. So, umI just want to be prepared. And showing the court that I am gainfully employed would really help my prospects.

Well, are you sure you’re ready to come back to work? I mean, you have a newborn.

Um, yeah, yeah. I, um, I-well–

[sighs] I was-I was hoping that I could just start off as part-time and then slowly work my way up to full-time hours.

Well, you know what? Now that’s something that’s going to work. I have a doctor who just resigned. He was working part-time.

[Sarah sighs] So as long as you’re ready to start pretty soon?

I will start as soon as you want. I’ll start right now.

No, no. You don’t need to do that. No, listen. I’m getting my assistant to get the paperwork together. We’ll email you, okay?

[Sarah sobs happily] All right.

Thank you, Kayla.

Hush. Listen, I’m sorry you’re going through all this. But I’m happy to have you back.

[Sarah chuckles]

Thank you so much. I’ll see you soon.

Bye.

[Sarah sniffles]

[Kayla sighs]

Oh, for God’s sake, Alex. Don’t listen to him. Ugh.

[clears throat] Our living situation has absolutely nothing to do with money. And not that it’s any of your business but I asked Alex out before I even knew he was Victor’s son.

My, my, what an unbelievably lucky coincidence. Emphasis on unbelievably.

What the hell is that supposed to mean?

Just I wouldn’t be surprised if you somehow had some inside information about Victor’s will.

Xander, get lost, huh?

How would I know what’s in Victor’s will?

Well, I couldn’t say. But I do know where there’s a will in this case, Victor’sthere is a way.

Oh, for God’s sake.

Listen to me, Alex. You need to watch your back with this one. Theresa comes across all sweetness and light but she can turn on you on a dime. Let’s not forget she wanted our cousin, Brady, so badly that she accused me of raping her. Falsely, I might add. I still went to jail for it.

And I have worked so, so hard to make amends. I mean, look at me. I’m a totally different person now.

Mm. So you say. But to me you look like the same conniving witch you’ve always been. Word to the wiseif it were me I’d guard that fortune with my life.

Oh, my goodness. It’s beautiful.

[gasps softly] Oh. How on Earth did you have it done?

It was very simple, really. I found an artist here in townI brought him a photograph and he was able to bring Victor to life.

He certainly did that.

Yes.

You both did. Oh, I just can’t get over it. It’s too much.

This is nonsense! It is never too much! Victor was such a wonderful man. I want you and everyone else to-to-to- to feel his presence here.

[somber tense music]

Steph and I are on the same page. You think we need to turn the page? Uh, I’m sorry. I-I-I don’t know if I understand what you’re getting at, Steve.

Okay.

Stephanie may have told you that she doesn’t want to get married right now. But she’s moved in with you. She’s gotten close to your kids. I mean, anyone can see how committed she is to you and your family. And if I know my daughter that means she’s hoping for marriage. Now, I understand your situation is complicated. You’re still grieving Abigail. My heart goes out to you. But if you’re not willing to give Stephanie everything she wants to give you right now then you need to end it.

Just give me a minute to explain.

Okay, hold on a second. You need to end itnot just for Stephanie’s sake but for Charlotte’s and Thomas’, too. Okay? Because the longer you let this thing go on the more painful it’s going to be for those kids.

I would never do anything to hurt my kids.

That’s right. That’s right. As a parent, you never want to see your kids hurt. And that’s exactly why I need to protect Stephanie. So Chad, if you’re not in it for the long haul you need to tell her. You need to tell her now.

Hey, you two. How’s it going? Is, uh, is something wrong? Is everything okay?

No. Everything’s good, baby girl. I’ve got to go.

You know what? I got to go, too. So nice to see you bothyour children. Oof. Beautifully behaved. Well done.

[Marlena and Chad chuckle]

Thank you.

Mm.

I’ll walk you out.

Happy Halloween, Count.

Yes.

[bittersweet music]

[soft dramatic music]

Hey! Hello, darling. What a surprise! What are you doing here? I didn’t leave anything at the pub, did I?

No, nothing like that. And I wish I was here just to give you a nice surprise. But–

Uh-oh. What did you do?

I’m afraid I might have caused a problem between Stephanie and Chad.

[Kayla sighs]

[somber music]

Hey, hey.

Hey.

Would you mind watching the kids just a little bit longer? Not too long. I just want to talk to Stephanie.

Sure, yeah, of course. Hey, kids. How about going and looking through Roman’s old movie collection?

Halloween movies?

Yes, of course. Come on. Nothing too scary, I promise.

[suspenseful music]

Okay, what’s going on? Did something happen between you and my dad?

Yeah–no. I mean, it’s– it’s not really about him.

What is it? What are you talking about?

I’m going to ask you something. And-and I want you to be honest with me.

Sure? Go for it.

Were you telling me the truth when you said you didn’t want to get married?

Dude, I get that you think you’re helping. But honestlyyou’re just being rude. So if you don’t mind, Xander we would just like to enjoy a peaceful lunch.

Keep hanging out with herand this lunch might be the last peaceful thing you canenjoy, dude. Whatever. It’s your funeral.

Oh, Sarah. Hey, I’m glad I ran into you. I was going to try and track you down this afternoon but you saved me the hassle.

What do you want, Xander?

I just thought maybe we could, you know grab a coffee?

No.

Talk about this custody thing?

That’s not a good idea.

Oh, because you’re nursing? Well, maybe just a herbal tea or something?

That’s not what I meant. I don’t think it’s a good idea for us to talk about custody without our lawyers present.

[Xander sighs]

Sarah, can’t we just–

No. No, we can’t. I’ll see you in court.

Alex, I hope you didn’t take any of what Xander just said to heart.

Are you kidding me?

[scoffs] Hell no.

[soft dramatic music] Everybody in my family knows Xander blames everybody else for his problems.

[Theresa sighs] Like I said beforeit’s just jealousy that I wound up as Victor’s heir and not him.

Yeah. That is what it is.

[chuckling] It’s jealousy.

[sighs deeply] I mean, thank God he’s not Victor’s son, right?

[scoffing chuckle] What a total jerk.

How does it look?

Perfect.

It is, isn’t it? It’s exactly what this room needs.

I couldn’t agree with you more. Thank you again. What an amazing gift.

No thank yous are necessary. It is my great pleasure.

[Maggie sighs softly]

Oh, goodness. I’m sure I must look a mess. I’m going to fix my makeup. Will you excuse me?

You are looking as lovely as ever. Please take a moment.

[soft dramatic music fades]

[tense music] Ah, Victor, my old friend. You may have screwed me out of your will but it is not over between us yet. Is it?

[chuckles] Why should I settle for a cut of your son’s half when I can take all of your wife’s? And the best thing is… you will get to watch all of it.

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Oh, Tate. Come on, I didn’t order croissants. What–

I thought he was working as a dishwasher.

Ah, he was, but Roman, bless his heart, put him on to-go duty.

[sighs] I think he may be screwing these orders up and hoping that he’ll just get fired.

I think he might have remembered that his grandmother likes croissants.

You think I’m being a hard-ass?

[exhales sharply] I think you’re holding him accountable, which is a good thing, and it would be normal for him just to rebel. But I think everybody– everybody–needs a little grace once in a while.

Agreed. I could be overparenting for trying to make up for lost time… for what I can’t give to Rachel right now. But that might be about to change.

Why? What do you mean?

[dramatic music]

Something’s come up, which may help me regain custody of Rachel and… a chance that Kristen may just lose this battle, big-time.

Hey. You haven’t seen Rachel, have you? She keeps disappearing.

Oh, it’s a big house. I’m sure she’ll turn up.

Well, I hope so. I just wanted to say goodbye to her before I leave.

Ah. Where are you going?

Well, EJ is taking me out to lunch at the Bistro. It should be nice to have some brother-sister bonding.

[chuckles softly] Okay, so let’s hear your brilliant idea. How are we going to get Kristen DiMera’s shares and throw EJ on his oh-so-British butt? Uh, brother-sister bonding, huh?

Yeah, you seem surprised.

Well, I just–I didn’t know that you and EJ were buddy-buddy these days.

[chuckles] Well, I am happy to say that we are putting aside our old grudges and getting closer all the time.

[sniffs] All right, Rachel, you have three questions left.

That’s not fair. I would have won yesterday if Holly hadn’t dragged me out for stupid math tutoring.

[chuckles] Okay. But you were this close, and I have no doubt you are going to get it right today.

Okay, okay. Can I have a hint?

Huh, okay. Um… uh, it is big, like, really, really big.

Is it a giraffe? Wait. A hot-air balloon.

Oh, my God! It is a giraffe in a hot air balloon! Ding, ding, ding, ding!

[imitates cheering] Somebody get this super-smart little lady a full ride to Harvard! Oh, and a Happy Meal, right?

What do I really get, Uncle Stefan?

Okay, all right. It is really, really, really cool.

Is it a JoJo Siwa picture with her autograph?

Uh, I don’t know what a JoJo Siwa is, but I have a feeling you’re very warm. So warm, in fact– Hey, somebody, turn on the AC in here, will ya? Hoo!

Is it Taylor Swift tickets?

How–what– who–how–this– Ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner! Yes! That’s exactly what it is!

How did you? Even Mommy can’t score Taylor tickets.

See, that’s the thing, Rachel. I didn’t do anything. You’re going to do the doing.

Wait, what?

There’s just one small condition that has to be met.

[sighs]

I’m sure Clyde would not appreciate you going behind his back to try to influence me.

Okay, okay, I’m sorry, okay? It’s just–look, I don’t want any part of this. Gil, please, I am begging you. There’s got to be another solution here.

You want your son to keep breathing? This is it. There is no other way.

Ava. You, uh–you seem upset. Is something–something wrong?

No. No, I’m fine. I’m fine.

Who’s this guy?

Oh, uh, this–this is Gil Carter. He’s the new owner of the Bistro… and now my new boss.

Oh, the eyeholes keep moving. Oh, I can’t see. And now I can’t breathe! Ugh! This is the worst Halloween costume since– since that Danish beefcake asked me to wear a Nixon mask and call him a terrible, naughty, no-good boy until he had tears streaming down his face. He could have used a friend.

Leo, might I remind you that this was your idea?

Well, I didn’t know it was going to trigger my heretofore latent claustrophobia.

Hmm. Well, if you can think of another way that we can stealthily access your Salem Inn room, grab some cash, and skip town like, you know, proper fugitives–

Believe me, I am eager to get my custom Italian suit, crocodile-skin loafers, but we don’t have another costume option. Ugh, I hope no one sees us wearing these sheets and thinks we forgot our pointy hats. That’d be a big fat yikes.

Relax. It’s a great idea. They’re going to just think we’re ghosts. This costume is–well, it’s as old as Halloween itself. But, hey, um, perhaps it’s not claustrophobia that you’re feeling. Perhaps you’re just, uh, a little bit nervous.

Why would I be nervous? Just because if we get recognized, my entire life becomes a dumpster fire?

Yeah. Yeah, that.

[chuckles] Listen to me, Leo. You do realize that you have an out here. Remember, I am the fugitive. You, my darling, you are just along for the ride.

[sighs]

I need you to ask yourself… is this really what I want to do? Because this might be the last chance you get to change your mind.

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

So Gabi says that she and Stefan are going to help you get your daughter back, and you didn’t ask how or why?

Mm. I’d rather not know any more than I need to. You know, plausible deniability and all that.

[laughing] Okay, that’s a strategy. But, you know, I’m–I’m– I’m fond of Gabi. But I can’t help but wonder if maybe there’s something in this for her.

I would guess that, most likely, Kristen probably pissed Gabi off. And as far as Stefan is concerned, we all know that as sure as the sun rises in the east, that one DiMera’s probably stabbing the other in the back. But, Marlena, I don’t care about any of that. I don’t want to be involved in it–all that palace intrigue. I… I just want my daughter back.

[dramatic music]

I call BS.

[gasps] Please don’t tell Mommy I said that.

I won’t say a word.

But I still call BS.

Look, kid, I’m just trying to help you here. I–

[sighs] All right, look…

[clears throat] I know how much you and Holly love Taylor Swift. And online the other day, I saw an ad for a Halloween costume contest. And the grand prize– front-row seats to the Taylor Swift concert. And my first thought was, bing! My niece, Rachel–she is so creative, she’s going to win this thing, hands down.

But my mom– she wouldn’t let me be a pirate wench. So now my costume’s so stupid.

Well, don’t you worry, my dear. You are in luck, because we have a fashion designer in residence. You got this in the bag.

[sighs]

Yes, well, EJ and I are on fine terms lately. He’s just so thrilled that his mother is alive that he wants to go out and celebrate.

With you?

Yes, with me.

[chuckles] Look, he was upset that Susan had to leave town, and, uh… well, apparently I remind him of her.

Oh, wow. Paging Dr. Freud.

All right, just, whatever the reason is, I’m just so happy that my brother and I have gotten close again. All right, well, if you’ll excuse me, I am going to continue my search for Rachel.

Ah.

Okay, well, to state the obvious, Kristen’s not going to willingly sign those shares over to us, right?

Right. So how are we going to make that happen?

Through her Achilles’ heel, of course.

And what would that be?

Who would that be.

Oh, yes, Rachel, of course, the apple of her eye. You know, actually, I just remembered. Harold did say something about taking Rachel out to carve a pumpkin.

Oh. Well, that was very sweet of him.

Yeah, he’s crazy about her. I mean, who isn’t, right? Go, enjoy your lunch. I’ll tell her you said goodbye.

Okay. Thank you.

Well, uh, congratulations. I knew you’d get something, but I had no idea that you, uh, applied for the Bistro.

Right. Well, you know, you and I talked about how maybe I could find a job in the culinary arts, and this sort of just, uh– it sort of fell in my lap.

[chuckles]

I’m sorry, and you are?

Oh, I-I’m sorry. This is my friend Harris Michaels.

And I’m Detective Jada Hunter, his partner.

You’re cops?

We are.

Well, it’s a pleasure to meet some of Salem’s finest. And thank you for everything that you do for our community.

You know, and I got to say, I just love your restaurant. So you will be seeing plenty of me.

[chuckles] And, hey, maybe you could consider putting the French onion soup back on the menu?

[scoffs] Of course, anything for the boys in blue.

And girls.

Right, and girls. Now, if you’ll excuse us, I was just about to give our newest team member a little tour of the kitchen.

If I was going to leave you, love of my life, high and dry, would I be here right now wearing these ridiculous sheets? Now, come on, you big handsome lug, let’s do this!

Wait, wait, hold on, hold on, hold on. I just–I got to– I got to get this out. Um, when you very bravely sprung me from that hospital, you didn’t exactly have a chance to pause and think all of this through. So let’s just– let’s just pause now. Okay, um…

[chuckles] Leo, not too long ago… you were promised a cut of the Von Leuschner fortune. And now here we are with $ and change and, uh… well, two bedsheets to our name. Darling, it’s not lost on me that this is not the deal that you signed up for.

It was never about the money, ever. It was about you making me happier than I’ve ever been.

I know, but–

There’s no buts. There’s no buts. Shut up. Now kiss me.

[sighs]

Good for Ava. That’s a plum job for someone fresh out of Bayview. Sorry, I didn’t mean–

No, no, no, I get it. I-I didn’t think Rafe would hire me either, so…

Oh, come on. You have a résumé, a skill set.

Yeah, Ava does, too, but–

But what?

I don’t know. Something with that guy Gil just felt off.

Hmm.

What do your instincts say?

I think you’re being protective of Ava. I mean, you cared about her enough to bust her out of Bayview and traveled halfway around the world to help her find Susan Banks.

Okay. So, in other words, you think I’m just– I’m just being overprotective.

Or maybe I want to give Gil the benefit of the doubt. I do like his restaurant.

Yeah. I’m probably just being overprotective.

[dramatic music]

Why didn’t you tell me you were tight with the cops?

You didn’t ask.

This is not good for business. Damn it, I don’t need law enforcement sniffing around this place.

Okay, let’s not forget– you and your boss, Clyde, strong-armed me into taking this job. If I cut ties with Harris now, how’s that going to look? Rather suspicious, no? So, if you want me, you’re stuck with him.

[gasps] Or here’s a great idea. Why don’t you find someone else to run your little drug-front operation? Then we can all live happily ever after.

Honey? Are you sure that… Gabi and Stefan aren’t doing something illegal here?

Oh, I don’t– Maybe. I don’t know. I don’t care. I’m–I’m–I’m desperate right now. I want my kid back, and that– that family-court judge– she–she had an ax to grind when she gave Kristen full custody of–of my kid. There’s nothing I can do about it. My only recourse is if–if Kristen goes off the rails and does something to jeopardize Rachel. That’s it. I don’t want her to do that, and she’s not going to do that. But you know her. She plays dirty. And if I want to fight her, I have to do the same. Right?

I don’t know. Are you sure the two of you can’t work out some sort of a-a co-parenting agreement?

A co–there’s no– We’re talking about Kristen. There’s no co-parenting. There’s no good faith. There’s none of that. I don’t care what Gabi and Stefan are up to. I know they have their own agenda, but as long as our interests align, I’m going to take whatever–whatever help I can get to get Rachel back.

[sighs]

Hey, where’s little Rachel? Do you have any updates?

Oh, yeah. You’ll be happy to hear she’s trying on concert outfits as we speak.

Okay, good. We can talk. Listen, our plan– we need to step it up. Kristen just told me EJ is taking her out to lunch to celebrate that his mother’s not dead, and we both know what the first topic of conversation is going to be.

Her DiMera shares.

Right. So we need to get sway over Kristen before EJ does, and we need to do it quickly.

Okay, well, Rachel’s game, so, uh, what are we waiting for?

Are you talking about me?

Hey! I was actually just telling Gabi what an incredible team you two are going to make. Why don’t I leave you ladies at it? Hmm?

[chuckles]

Okay, so I want to be a vampire princess who’s also a pop star, like this girl I saw on TikTok.

Oh, well, you know what? I was thinking, yeah, something else.

But… Whoa.

Check this out. Oh, yeah.

[groans] Please be here! Please be…here!

What? No. This feels a little too–

Easy-peasy, lemon squeezy?

Yeah!

You know what this reminds me of? That time my writer friend Denise and I pitched this show to a big studio. Standing in front of all the big suits, and I say, it’s “Ghostbusters” meets– you’re not going to believe this–“Magic Mike.” You should have seen their jaws drop.

Huh. Well, I just can’t believe we waltzed right past Detective Hunter in the middle of the square, completely unnoticed. By the way, why was she with Harris Michaels?

Maybe they’re having a thing. Who cares? We just need to keep our wits about us and stay one step ahead of them.

Hmm.

All right, so what do you think– we head up to Stark’s room?

Yeah, I can imagine that the hotel management wants that crime-scene tape removed.

You think a fresh set of eyes is going to do some good, huh?

[sighs] Well, you have a history with the Von Leuschners, so you probably have an angle that we haven’t seen yet. And besides, Leo and Dimitri, they could be long gone from Salem by now. And if they fled our jurisdiction, then it’s on to the next case for us.

[sighs]

I assume you’re here regarding the plan.

I am. First, I need assurance that you’re in– like, inin.

Inin, yeah. I’m in, ,%. I’m compelled to ask you a question, though. Uh, should I be worried about what’s in this for you and Gabi?

No, not at all. I mean, it’s… it’s family stuff. I could get into the minutiae of it all, but that would bore you.

Yeah. All right, spare me the details. That’s fine. I do want to tell you I appreciate this, though… you helping me get my daughter back. I really do. And I know that you and I– we didn’t get off on the best foot after your… comeback.

Couldn’t agree more. Usually kidnapping and trying to un-brainwash me with an ice-cream scoop and a waffle iron would be a deal-breaker.

Hmm.

But if you hadn’t have done that, I wouldn’t have gotten my life back, so I’m grateful.

[dramatic music] Well, time is of the essence.

Right. Tell me what you need me to do.

Kristen’s on her way to the Bistro. I need you to intercept her.

Got it. Tell me more.

This is so much fun.

Isn’t it? But you have to make sure you keep your face very still. It’ll be worth it, I promise.

Okay.

[chuckles] You know who you remind me of? You remind me of my little girl, Ari. She loves Halloween. I wonder if they celebrate Halloween in New Zealand. Well, anyway, you are finished, and I have to say, you look amazing.

I really do.

Right?

So… you think you can pull this off?

Are you kidding me? Pick a fight with Kristen and make it look real? I do that in my sleep. I can pull this off.

[dramatic music] You know Rachel loves me. You know she needs me in her life. You know that.

Brady, I know that. I know how you’re feeling right now.

[scoffs] I know what it feels like to be kept from our daughter.

Right, so, please…

Look, I’m not finished.

Tell the judge–

I’m not finished. I’m not finished. I’m not finished. I also know what it felt like to watch you try to replace me in Rachel’s life with Chloe Lane.

Oh, my God, Chloe– I did not do that.

Mm-hmm, mm-hmm, and uh, you and I don’t agree on much… but we do agree on what’s best for Rachel. Now… I listened to the judge lay out your case against you. And… as much as I-I once loved you… I had to agree with her. Now, I’m going to abide by her ruling.

Kristen, Kristen–

You’re going to listen to me now. I am going to abide by her ruling, and I hope that you do, too. And please do not worry. You will get to see your daughter.

[sighs] Your visits will have to be supervised, of course.

I’m not gonna have super–

Okay.

Kristen. Kristen.

Oh, hello, Kristen.

Marlena, what are you doing here?

I-I brought a little Halloween goody bag for Rachel.

Oh.

[chuckles] Well…

I’d like to give it to her myself.

Oh, well…

[sighs] She’s moved on from glow-in-the-dark vampire teeth, and I don’t allow her to eat candy. But it was very thoughtful of you.

Well, I– I came all this way. I’d like to see my granddaughter. I… I miss her.

Yeah. Well, she doesn’t miss you. Goodbye, Marlena.

Wow, it looks so real.

Yeah, that’s the point.

[chuckles]

I can’t wait to show Mommy it.

Well, actually, I was thinking we could surprise Mommy. You know, one second. Let me just make sure that we did everything right to enter this contest. Oh, no!

What?

Oh, it says here that you can’t have help with your costume from anybody but your parents.

Does that mean I can’t enter the contest? But I want those tickets!

I know, I know. Don’t worry, Rachel. It’s okay. There’s always a workaround, right?

Do you have your wallet?

Check.

Do you have your phone?

You know I don’t have my phone. You saw me toss it in the lake.

Slipped my mind. Do you have your keys?

Keys? Keys for what? We don’t own anything!

Good point. I have my estranged aunt’s debit card. This is for emergencies only… or if we want to have une soirée of high-society culinary delights, perhaps at the Café-du-Whatever on the Champs-Elysees.

That sounds lovely, darling, but we really have to go.

Okay, do I at least have time to use the bathroom before we become international fugitives?

Yes, but quickly, quickly. Go.

[object clatters

Do you see what happens when you rush people?

Quickly, Leo!

Okay!

[exhales deeply]

[sighs]

When Clyde Weston pulls you in, the only way you’re getting out of the arrangement is in a body bag.

Okay. I will do my job. But I can’t do anything about Harris. Look, I mean, I can– I can tell him I don’t like to, uh… eat where I work, and that’s true.

You raise a good point.

About what?

The cops. Maybe this fraternization thing you’ve got going on isn’t such a bad thing after all. Maybe we can actually make it work in our favor.

Wait a minute. The crime-scene tape– it’s been tampered with.

Well, maybe housekeeping got impatient. Wait, you don’t think Leo would be stupid enough to show up here again, do you?

We’re about to find out.

[dramatic music]

[sighs] Damn it!

Was that pitcher there the last time you were here?

No, it wasn’t. Still damp. We must have just missed them.

Wait a minute. What about– what about those two ghosts, the ones we passed in the lobby a few minutes ago?

Let’s go.

Okay, we got to grab the burner phones, the SIM cards, and then we vamos!

Wait, wait. We need sustenance, too. I’m starving. And we have to get hair dye, remember.

Okay, okay.

Kristen, hi.

Brady.

Uh, can I have a word?

Uh, yes, but I am on my way to lunch.

Well, it won’t take more than a minute. Promise.

All right.

[chuckles]

Um, I want to say thank you for allowing Tate to see Rachel the other day. He said he had a great visit with her.

Well, I am so glad that he enjoyed it. Though if you’re asking to tag along next time, the answer’s no.

No, that’s–that’s okay. I actually–I wanted to talk to you about something else.

Okay, would you just please make it quick?

Sure, I’ll make it quick. Um, I got an email from Rachel’s teacher. Apparently Rachel has a D in math.

Yeah, and that’s why I got her a tutor.

Yeah, you got her Holly Jonas. No, don’t get me wrong. Holly Jonas is a– is a sweet girl, but is that the best you could do? Really?

Rachel just needs a little brushing up on some of her learning gaps.

Well, that’s because you put her in a mathematical level that she’s not ready for.

Okay, she’s too smart for regular math.

Kristen, she’s struggling in math.

Okay, so what are you saying? What are you saying? That our daughter isn’t smart?

No, of course I’m not saying that.

She takes after your side of the family. Just saying.

Ooh.

So now if we are through with this–

Hey! We’re not through yet.

[scoffs]

All right. Are you ready, Freddy?

No. Where’s the rest of my costume? I can’t be a black-eyed pea without the pea part.

Right, yes, I have to sew it still. But I’m a great seamstress– very fast. You’re going to be the prettiest black-eyed pea in the whole wide world, okay? Okay, well, are you ready for your close-up? Great.

[camera shutter clicking]

Kristen, listen to me.

No, no, no, you listen to me. I have custody of Rachel now, not you. And I will make the decisions on her schooling. I thought you understood how this worked, Brady.

Jada! There.

Wow. Well, that was quick. You always so fickle?

I prefer to call it flexible.

[scoffs]

But I’m not quite clear on your relationship with this Harris guy.

Makes two of us.

[grunts] But I get the impression you two are pretty tight, which means… we get the inside track on what’s going on at the Salem PD. And if their nose is all up in our business, you’ll know. You’ll make sure to know.

[dramatic music]

Word to the wise– Harris Michaels is a trained assassin. If I were you, I would tread very carefully.

Duly noted. Word to the wise to you– don’t go spilling your guts to your “cop/trained assassin” friend. Just remember… Clyde’s got eyes and ears everywhere.

Dimitri Von Leuschner and Leo Stark, you’re under arrest!

Who?

Who?

[sighs]

[laughs]

Oh, my God, Dimitri! We actually did it!

We did it! We did it! And you know why? Because you are brilliant, as I’ve always said– and fearless.

You are fearless, DVL, aka MP. Although I’m sad they were out of that hair dye. I was really looking forward to my Zac Efron moment.

Darling, you can have your Zac Efron moment. You can have your Jude Law moment. You can have whatever moment you want. It is all yours for the taking.

Ah, you know, I’m feeling a memoir coming on.

Oh.

I can see it now. I’ll be a guest on “The Tonight Show,” Jimmy Fallon holding up a copy of “Overcoming Contempt, Disrespect, Ridicule, and Scorn with Chutzpah and Grace: The Ascent of Leo Stark.”

Except there is no contempt. There is no scorn. And why? Because we did it.

Uh, yeah, we did! Although I realize I was remiss just now.

How come?

Well, when I write my memoir, aside from attributing my ascent to–to my chutzpah and grace, I must also add the love and devotion of one Dimitri Von Leuschner, because you, my love, are the main reason for my revivification.

Oh. Is that so?

It is so. And it is about time I show you just how revived I am.

Look– Hey, listen, Kristen, listen. I-I know we’re not getting along lately, okay? And I know that we may hate each other’s guts right now, but we do have one thing in common, right? We want what’s best for Rachel. Now, you have full custody. But, remember, I was a single parent to her for many years. I was the one packing the lunches. I was the one taking her to the parent conferences. I was the one making sure she was early for ballet practice, minutes most of the time.

Brady, Brady, what is your point?

My point is, Tate– he told me that Rachel was very upset the other day. Apparently she didn’t want to do her homework, and you made her do, like, pages worth of extra problems or something.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Pages worth? Seriously?

Yeah.

Come on, Brady. She’s exaggerating.

No, I don’t think she is. And if you keep this up and keep punishing her like that, it’s not gonna go well.

Don’t–don’t–don’t– don’t accuse me of punishing my daughter! Jeez! There are consequences if she doesn’t do her homework.

Mm-hmm.

I am a trained social worker. I know what I’m doing, Brady.

Oh– I don’t think you do.

What? Don’t– She’s my daughter! Which means I will discipline her in any way I see fit!

[softly] Perfect.

Rachel, tell me. So who did this to you? Who–who gave you that black eye?

My mommy did.

Are you sure?

Yes, I’m sure.

You wouldn’t make up something like that, would you?

No, never. How did I do?

You were perfect.

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Thank you for calling me back, Mrs. Eckert. Yes, I was very excited about the personal chef job, but I found another opportunity.

[soft dramatic music] Well, let’s just say that they made me an offer that I can’t refuse. Absolutely. Thank you.

[phone beeps] Damn you, Clyde Weston.

[phone rings]

[sighs]

[phone beeps] Good morning.

Morning. I got your text. What’s up?

Oh, nothing. I just wanted to wish you a good first day at the Salem PD.

Well, thank you. Um, it feels like it’s been about years since I’ve been at the police academy, so I–I hope I know what I’m doing out there.

You’ll be great.

You OK? You sound a little stressed.

Me? No, I’m–I’m fine.

Ava, you’re– you’re gonna get a job. Something’s gonna come along soon. I promise.

Yeah, here’s hoping. Hey, you be careful out there, OK?

Will do. Hey, I’ll–I’ll call you when my shift ends, OK?

Sounds good.

You got a job?

Thanks to you. You encouraged me to talk to Rafe, and it turns out, he did have a spot for me. And you were also right about him needing help dealing with the criminals in this town.

[soft country music]

[knocking]

May I help you?

[suspenseful music]

You’re Ava Vitali, right?

Who’s asking?

I’m a friend of Clyde Weston’s. He asked me to stop by to see how your son is doing.

God.

Mm.

[sighs]

Are you OK? Is it your arm?

No, I tried to not sleep on the spot where the guy cut me, but now I have a stiff neck. Oh.

OK.

You may be the doctor, but I think I can help with that.

Mm. Oh, my God. Wendy, that feels amazing. Oh, if you could just move.

[groans] A little to the right.

Uh-huh.

Oh, yeah. Ooh. Now back to the left.

OK.

Yes.

[groaning] Oh, you really give a great back rub. Great everything.

Well, it really is the least I can do to thank you for getting me out of that horrible hospital. And you should know that this is just the beginning of my expressions of gratitude. There’s a lot more magic where that came from.

[chuckles]

Have I told you how happy I am? We’re together. We’re safe.

Hidden away where no one will ever find us.

[tender music]

[door slams]

Rise and shine, boys. You’re under arrest.

[suspenseful music]

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

Put your hands in the air. Now!

And get out of the bed, slowly.

But we’re naked.

Well, I’m sure it’s nothing we haven’t seen before.

And I’m sure you’re wrong because, you see, Dimitri has a magic penis.

Great. Well, he can put on shows for the other boys at Statesville for the next to life. Now get the hell out of the bed now.

All right, all right.

Wait. Dimitri, the sheet, it’s– it’s tangled. I can’t–I can’t see. Help me. I can’t breathe! Dimitri! Help! Whoa.

Hey, whoa.

[hyperventilating]

Hey, it’s OK. Bad dream?

Oh, my love, it was horrible. I was terrified.

What happened?

Well, you and I were here sharing an intimate moment, and we were– we were interrupted in the most awful way.

By who?

The police.

[dramatic acoustic music]

Thank you again for coming in.

Ugh, listen, I was happy to give you my statement.

Yeah, just sign at the bottom there.

OK. OK.

I’m sorry this happened to you.

[scoffs] You know, I still can’t believe it, that Dimitri would handcuff me to a hospital bed while Leo Stark helped him escape.

Yeah, I’m just glad you’re all right.

Thank you. Listen, I know that you are not supposed to comment on ongoing investigations, but since I am, sort of, right in the middle of the whole thing, can you make an exception?

Well, what do you want to know?

Do you have any leads on catching these two bozos?

[sighs] Not yet. We’re a little short staffed at the moment, which I am working on.

So Rafe actually hired you?

Well, you sound surprised.

Well, I suppose I am.

Well, if you didn’t think Rafe was gonna hire me, why’d you tell me to ask him for a job?

Well, because I knew the Salem PD could use someone like you, someone who had the skills and intelligence, but I also thought the vetting– the vetting process would be more involved and your past employment would probably raise a few red flags.

Oh, yeah, it did, as did the fact that I was committed to a mental institution. But Rafe knows that my working for Megan wasn’t my choice.

Yeah, well, as a member of that Megan Hathaway survivors club, I can certainly know what you’re talking about. That woman could create havoc.

Yeah, she doesn’t control me anymore. I was completely deprogrammed at Bayview, and I’m still seeing Dr. Evans on an outpatient basis.

Yeah, no, I know. I know you’re not a danger to anyone anymore, but I also know Rafe is a bit risk-averse.

So even though I’m better now, you think that Rafe is taking a chance on me?

Well, no, I don’t think so. I–well, I do know, though, that your past associates and current associates could give him pause.

Who–who are you talking about, Kate? I mean, who am I associating with that might– might be a problem?

Ava. Ava Vitali.

Oh, are you the son of a bitch that hurt Tripp, slashed him with a scalpel? You know, maybe I ought to do the same thing to you.

Heard all about the famed Vitali temper. Don’t do anything you’ll regret.

Oh, you hurt my son, I won’t regret a damn thing.

I’d dial it down if I were you, lady. But for the record, I never laid a hand on your son.

[suspenseful music]

Mm, you keep doing that, we’ll never leave this bed.

I would love that, but I do need to get up and look for a job today.

Oh, man, look no further. I think you found your calling.

This isn’t work, OK? I like taking care of you.

And I appreciate it. I mean, oh, man, do I appreciate it. Oh.

Now does that feel better?

[sighs] So much better. And there has to be some way I can repay you.

Well, my neck is fine, but there are some other spots that could use some attention.

Well, I’m at your service.

[sensual electronic music]

So you’re not the creep that Clyde sent to attack Tripp?

I’m more middle management. That said, I’m more than willing to get my hands dirty.

Listen, you lay one finger on him, I swear to God–

Here’s the deal.

Shh.

You stay in line, you’re good. You don’t, Clyde’s got plenty of people on his payroll who have no problem putting your boy in the ground.

Here we go. It’s just a bad dream.

But it seemed so real. Rafe was here pointing his big gun at us.

I know, but you’re safe. I got out of that horrible hospital and all the way to this no tell motel on the outskirts of town, where no police officer will ever think to look for us, all thanks to you.

[soft dramatic music]

So what’s our next move? We can’t stay here forever.

Yeah, I know. These sheets are like sandpaper.

No, lover, we can’t stay here because the police are gonna be looking for us, and if we hang around, it’s only a matter of time before my nightmare becomes our reality.

So what should we do?

We’ve got to get out of Dodge.

Well, I can’t believe that I let an imbecile like Leo Stark get the better of me.

Well, don’t– don’t blame yourself. He wasn’t acting alone.

Yeah, but, you know, it’s embarrassing. Being married to Steve all these years, I have seen my fair share of bad dudes, and that I couldn’t handle these two jokers?

Yeah, well, like I said, don’t blame yourself. I mean, it’s Stark and Dimitri Von, whatever the hell his name is. I mean, these guys are two particularly slippery weasels.

I just want them caught.

Well, their mug shots are everywhere. And the minute they come out from whatever rock it is they’re hiding under, someone is gonna see ’em, and they’re gonna call it in. I mean, that’s if one of our officers doesn’t nab him first.

All right. Well, listen, keep me posted, all right?

OK.

Oh, oh, and by the way, I meant to ask you, do you have any leads on the guy who attacked Tripp at the hospital?

Oh, no. Not yet. A junkie with no ID. And good luck with that.

And the hospital security camera footage didn’t help?

Well, we didn’t get a clear shot of his face. And even if we did, I mean, it’d be a challenge to know where to even start with that.

Yeah, you don’t know who he is, you don’t know where to look, right? And you’re short staffed.

Yeah, listen, I understand. Tripp is your stepson. I wish that I could make that case my top priority, but–

I understand. Hey, it’s not the first time that someone on drugs has attacked a member of my staff. I just would like to see the guy off the street and get the help he needs.

You and me both. The truth is, random crimes are much harder to solve, and perps with no motive are much harder to find.

I–I know Rafe and Ava have history, but I don’t see why that matters whether he hires me or not.

Well, I think he might have questions about your relationship with her.

Why? Because their relationship ended badly?

Badly?

[chuckles] She used her ties to the mafia to try to make Rafe look like a dirty cop.

[sighs] Yeah. That was a long time ago.

OK, well, look, if I was the police commissioner, I think I would question hiring an officer who was cozying up to someone, to a woman who tried to ruin my life. You know, and I’m not even exaggerating there. She nearly destroyed Rafe. And I’m not even bringing up what she did to Steve Johnson.

OK, I’m not really into this whole gossip thing.

Oh, this isn’t gossip. This is a warning.

OK, but I thought we were talking about my job.

Yeah, yeah, well, you’ll need to be careful if you get a job as a police officer. You need to be careful if you become romantically involved with Ava.

Ava and I are just friends.

Does she know that? Because you broke her out of Bayview, and then, you took off on the lam with her to London.

Yeah, to rescue Susan Banks.

Mm-hmm, putting your life on the line, that’s a rather grand gesture for someone you don’t have any feelings about.

I–I did feel for Ava. She felt like she had nobody on her side. She needed help, I helped her, and that’s it.

Mm. Well, in my opinion, she didn’t deserve your help.

Well, you know what? You are entitled to your opinion. I should get going.

Hey, wait, wait, wait, look, I like you. I’m rooting for you. I mean, I’m happy that you’re living upstairs. I’m–I’m happy you have a job. And after everything you’ve gone through in life, to be rebuilding your life, that’s a big deal. I don’t want to see Ava derail that for you.

That’s not gonna happen.

OK. Look, you rescued her because that’s what you do. But she’s not a victim. She’s a predator.

Kate, please.

Look… I know that because she either is obsessed about a man or she is using a man. She used my son to launder mob money through Titan.

OK, look, Ava’s told me everything about her past, and she says she left it behind. And don’t you think it would be a little awkward considering her friend is now a cop?

[soft country music]

Hm.

Look, I understand that Clyde needs a new business partner, but I made it very clear that I’m not interested.

And he made it clear that it’s a done deal. You owe him for screwing up his plan.

By accident. I didn’t know that Clyde was planning to force EJ to take over his new empire.

It doesn’t change the fact that you got in the way. Thanks to your interference, Mr. DiMera is no longer an option, which means you need to step up and take his place.

I am telling you, I can’t do that.

I thought yesterday’s incident would be enough of an incentive. Maybe you need a little more convincing.

Mom, is everything OK?

[tense music]

Hey, yeah, baby, everything’s fine. This is–

Gil. Gil Carter.

I’m Tripp.

Nice to meet you, Tripp. Your mom was just telling me about what happened to you at the hospital yesterday. I hope you’re OK.

Oh, yeah, yeah, it could have been worse.

I’m sure.

Listen, when I came in, I heard you tell my mom that she might need some more convincing. About what?

Well, you know the Bistro here in town?

Sure. Yeah, I love that place.

I’m the new owner, and I was hoping that your mother would be my manager. I am so impressed with her skills as a businesswoman, her love of food. I’ve offered her the job several times, but she seems reluctant to commit.

Oh, Mom, this sounds perfect for you. Well, what’s– what’s the problem?

You know, Ava, if you think I’ll treat you differently because of your past, you don’t have to worry about that. I’ve had my own brushes with the law, and I’m a big believer in second chances.

Hey, I’ve made my share of mistakes too. You know, I wouldn’t be practicing medicine if someone in my family hadn’t given me a shot to get my life back on track.

Nothing matters more than family. Am I right?

[chuckles] OK. All right. I’ll take the job. Yes, OK? Thank you, Mr. Carter.

Mom, that’s amazing. Ah, congratulations.

Oh, hey.

[laughter]

That’s amazing.

Oh, hello, Kate.

Hey.

I’m just picking up breakfast.

Oh, I heard what happened at the hospital. Are you OK?

Yes, I just have a bit of a bruised ego. But I’m fine.

So is it true? Did Megan’s psychotic son actually handcuff you to a bed?

Yes, he did. But it was only for a few minutes. I heard he had you prisoner on a boat for longer than that.

God, I still can’t look at a fish without getting nauseous. Please, you have to tell me that the police have tracked him and Leo.

Well, not yet. But Rafe is on it. And he is certain that they’re gonna be caught and put in jail where they belong.

[soft country music]

Winter is coming. The cold is murder on my skin. I say we go west. LA.

[gasps] No, Maui. You’d look very hot in a hula skirt.

Yes, be that as it may, but might I suggest somewhere outside of the country, somewhere where extradition isn’t a possibility.

I agree, my little dim and then sum, but to do that, we need help.

Mm, and I know just the person to help, my dear mother.

Um, no.

What do you mean, um, no?

We’re on the run, honey bun. We have to be stealth, fly under the radar.

Your point being?

Your mother is about as stealth as a fireworks display. She’s all about attracting attention, which is the last thing we need.

All right, well, then do you have a better idea?

Ah, well, there must be someone in this horrid little hamlet who can help us, a friend, another family member.

The only family member that I had a connection with in Salem was my dear Aunt Kristen, and the last time I saw her, she was pointing a pistol at me. And your only friend was…

Gwen.

Right.

My BFF. Last time I saw her, she told me to BFF myself.

Which brings us back to mother. She adores me. She will do anything I ask.

Which is probably the only thing Megan and I have in common. But she’s also a fugitive. We have no idea where she is.

Well, then we’ll have to track her down.

Given that the ISA, CIA, FBI, and every other law enforcement agency on the planet has failed to do so, we have to assume that that is going to take us some time. So we’re gonna have to be on the move, and to do that, we’re gonna need cash.

Then we will pool our funds, and make a plan, and stay right ahead of the police.

[tense music]

How’s it going?

Oh, still no tip on Leuschner or Stark.

You look like you could use a break.

Well, yeah, I have the same caseload and no partner to share it with. I could really use some help.

I agree. That’s why, Detective Hunter, I want you to meet your new partner, Harris Michaels.

[soft dramatic music]

Well, Mayor Price signed off on the hire, so you are officially a member of the force. Welcome aboard.

Well, thank you. I appreciate the opportunity. I do.

Well, we are glad to have you. We’ll get you a gun and a badge. We’ll get you started, as long as you’re still OK with it.

Yeah, when Rafe told me that you were gonna be my new partner, I–I did take a look into your file, and it’s not all pretty.

I know. No, it’s not. But I was hoping this job would give me a chance to start fresh and– and do some good. Look, I don’t want to make any waves. If you don’t feel comfortable, teaming up with me–

I already told the boss here that I think you are more than qualified. And besides, I like the idea of a Navy SEAL having my back.

Well, I’m looking forward to learning a lot from you, Detective Hunter.

First thing to learn, call me Jada.

Jada it is. So you said our first assignment is to find the person who delivered Susan Banks to Edmund Crumb in London. Is that–is that correct?

I did say that, but decided we’re going to focus on something that’s a little closer to home. We need to find these two punks and make them pay.

[soft dramatic music]

$.

And $..

Huh. You know, I thought we had a bit more working capital.

So did I. Where’s the rest of your cash, Mr. Heir to the Von Leuschner fortune?

Well, as you know, my inheritance is in jeopardy at the moment. Besides, who carries cash?

People on the run from the law.

Last I checked, you were one of those people, sweetheart. Where’s your cash?

You expect me to bankroll us, Thelma? Do you know how much newspapers pay these days?

Apparently, enough to buy a $ packey of lotion from the vending machine.

FY eyeball, it was moisturizer. If I don’t nourish my skin three times a day, I start to grow scales. Is that what you want? To cuddle up next to an iguana?

OK, OK, this is hardly an insurmountable problem, Leo. We just need to get our hands on some money.

And I know just where we can find it.

Leo Stark, he’s a real piece of work, isn’t he?

Oh, you mean Nurse Leona. That was his disguise so he could come and grab a wheelchair and roll his boyfriend out of the hospital.

[chuckles] Oh, my God. They’re a couple from hell, aren’t they?

You and Leo go way back, don’t you?

Well, yes, I did take over one of Vivian’s plots to have that lowlife falsely accuse Sonny of sexual harassment.

[sighs] Don’t even remind me. I don’t want to think about it.

Oh, well, don’t you just miss the intrigue and the scheming just a little bit?

No. Yes, a little, I do. But I am happy being married to the ex-police commissioner. You know, it’s probably better than living on the other side of the law, right?

[soft acoustic music]

Oh, Mom, I’m so proud of you. Congratulations.

[chuckles]

Thank you, Mr. Carter.

Please, call me Gil.

Oh, thank you, Gil, for giving my mom this opportunity. You won’t be disappointed.

I’m sure I won’t be.

Have you been in the restaurant business for a while?

I have, actually. But what we’re gonna be doing at the Bistro, exciting stuff.

I’ll bet.

Yeah, I’ll be counting on your mother to keep the operation humming along. Why don’t we head over there now, start figuring out our game plan?

Sure. Love you, Tripp.

Love you too.

Nice to meet you.

Yeah, you too.

[suspenseful music]

Was someone here?

[chuckles]

Yes, my mom’s new boss.

She got a job?

Mm-hmm. And a good one too. She’s the new manager of the Bistro.

No way. That’s amazing.

I know.

Wait, so do you get a family discount? Because I could totally eat there every night.

I thought you liked my cooking.

I love your cooking.

Mm-hmm.

But I also love pretty much everything on their menu.

That’s–yeah.

[laughs] Seriously, Tripp, that is amazing news.

I know. I know. I’m really happy for her. She was stressing a lot about finding work, so.

So was I, but I think I happen to have a solid lead on a job myself.

Mm, tell me?

No. I don’t want to jinx it. But I’ll tell you if I get it.

When you get it.

[tender music]

[sighs] Hey.

Hey, you. How’s the arm?

It’s good. It’s good. It’s healing well.

Good. I–I spoke to Rafe, and he is not optimistic about catching the person who did that.

Yeah, I’m honestly not too worried about it.

Well, I am. In fact, I have security on the alert if he shows up here again.

Well, thank you for looking out for me. On a happier note, my mom got a job.

Really?

Mm-hmm. I thought you said yesterday you weren’t even sure if she was staying in Salem.

Well, this was too good to pass up. She’s gonna be managing the Bistro. I just met the new owner. He seems like a super nice guy.

Manage a restaurant? Wow. That’s a lot, long hours, lots of stress. I mean, are you sure that Ava can handle that?

Well, she was a little nervous, but it’s right in her wheelhouse. And it’s honest work. Look, I know you and Dad are concerned about me getting too close to my mom, but like I told you, she’s better now. She’s really dedicated to getting her life back on track, and getting a legit job is a really important first step.

Agreed. But listen, promise me that you will stay cautious. If anything happens or if she seems untethered or something, make sure that you call me or your dad.

I will. But I’m telling you, this job, it’s gonna be good for her.

[soft dramatic music]

Yeah.

Is there a problem?

Yeah, you know, I don’t appreciate you threatening my son.

Why don’t you focus on the positive?

What’s that supposed to mean?

You went straight from the loony bin into a steady job. Like any job, there’s going to be parts you like and parts you don’t. You’re going to be making good money. We’re going to be serving good food.

Yeah? With a side of illegal pills. It’s not a restaurant. It’s a drug front.

Keep your voice down.

I–listen, Gil, we got a problem here. I mean, if you haven’t noticed, my heart isn’t into this, OK? I gave up this kind of business a long time ago, and I’ve got no desire to get back into it. So why don’t you allow me to propose an alternative?

What are you talking about?

I handed my family business over to my cousin Angelo. We’re still tight. So I’m sure that he could recommend somebody who is much more qualified and much more motivated.

You’ll need to speak to Clyde about that.

Maybe not. Gil, come on, you seem like you’re much more reasonable than Clyde, and frankly, a lot smarter too. I consider myself pretty sharp. So why don’t we put our two heads together, come up with a way to let them know that this just isn’t going to work out?

So Leo busted Dimitri out of the hospital yesterday. And–and what? Still no leads?

We have a tip line set up. But so far, no one has called to report seeing them.

Maybe because they’re already long gone.

Yeah, or they’re holed up somewhere in town. We just got to figure out where to look.

Maybe we should start from the beginning.

What do you mean? Go back to Leo’s room at the Salem Inn?

Yeah, well, the manager’s been bugging me to take off that crime scene tape from across the door.

All right.

And maybe with a fresh set of eyes, we might find something that we missed.

It’s worth a shot.

All right.

All right.

In my room at the Salem Inn, I have an envelope stuffed with money.

And here I was thinking that you were but a lowly newspaper man.

I’m a lady, and it’s petty cash. The Spectator gave it to me for minor expenses, pencils, stamps, things like that.

And what do you actually use it for?

I pay off sources. Occasionally, I get a gelato.

That’s my boy. How much is there?

Enough to get us out of town. Problem is, Commissioner Hunky Hernandez probably has our pretty mugs plastered all over town.

Wait a minute. You think he’s hunky?

Darling, focus. We have to figure out how to get from this dump to the Salem Inn in broad daylight, get that moolah without being seen.

I’ll do it. You’ve taken enough chances for me.

No, no, I’m not gonna to risk losing you.

Well, we have to do something. I mean, as much as I’d love to jump back into that bed and hide under the sheets, we just can’t do that.

Maybe we can.

[dramatic music]

[keyboard clicking]

OK, I’m clicking on the file. Why won’t it open?

[clicking] Oh, now the screen is frozen. What the hell? My God. This–

I heard the Department needs a new IT person. Looks like I got here just in time. What’s going on?

Well, my screen’s frozen. Oh, look, now a bunch of ads are popping up.

Can I take a look?

Yes, if you would, please.

Mm-hmm.

[keyboard clicking]

What do you think? Have we been hacked?

Oh, no, this is just some very annoying spyware. Here, I’ll remove it. Done.

Wait. That’s it?

That’s it.

Wow. Oh, fantastic.

[chuckles] I’m so glad we didn’t get hacked.

Oh, you could have been, easily. Your computer is basically a sitting duck. You have no anti-spyware software, obviously. I’m guessing you haven’t installed anything to protect against viruses or malware. And I’ll bet your password is your birthday.

Maybe.

Yeah, you need to up your tech game.

Yeah, OK. Well, then you’re hired.

I’m sorry?

Yeah, yeah, the IT job, it’s yours.

But–but you haven’t even interviewed me or–or seen my resume.

Well, I’ve seen enough. I just saw what you did.

And that was impressive enough to hire me on the spot?

Yes, it was. I mean, there’s also another reason.

And what’s that?

Well, I figure if you’re working for me, then you won’t have the time to make phony passports and help fugitives escape.

[sighs] It’s perfection.

Don’t you think it’s a bit on the nose?

That’s what makes it so brilliant. Today is the Horton Town Scare.

The what?

It’s Salem’s Annual Halloween festival. The square will be packed with people in costumes. Who’s going to bat an eye at a couple of ghosts?

Oh, I don’t know. Perhaps the police officers on patrol?

I’ll tell you what, this doesn’t work, you can ghost me.

[chuckles]

If this doesn’t work, we might both end up dead.

Oh, well, then you can haunt me.

[chuckles]

I’m glad that one of us finds this amusing.

Trust me. Casper, we are gonna to get that money, and we can float right on out of Salem.

[laughs]

[laughs]

So you’re sure that that arm is OK?

It’s fine. I promise, OK? How’s your day looking?

Ah, well, you know, I’m just behind on my charts. And in fact, I haven’t even– I haven’t even started the report about what happened to you yesterday.

Yeah, I–I keep going over the interaction with that patient in my head, just trying to figure out what I did or said to make him come after me.

I doubt you said anything.

Well, I tried to draw his blood. That’s when he got mad. Maybe that was my mistake.

You were only trying to help him.

And failed.

Listen, Tripp, when someone is under the influence of drugs, they’re not thinking clearly. I mean, for all you know, he was hallucinating. He may have looked at you and saw Freddy Krueger.

Yeah, and felt the need to defend himself. I mean, I–I get that. I just wish I knew for sure.

I know. As doctors, we want answers. But unfortunately, we don’t always get them. And when something like this happens with a patient, we may never know his motive.

[soft piano music]

You want to negotiate, haggle with the vendors over the price of artichokes. As far as you being the face of this fine establishment, that’s settled. Not up for discussion.

OK, listen, if you would just–

Whoa, whoa, whoa, I’m gonna make a one time exception and keep your suggestion between us. But I’m sure the Clyde would not appreciate you going behind his back to try to influence me.

OK. Look–look, I’m sorry. I’m sorry, OK? It’s just, I don’t want any part of this. I am begging you, Gil, please. There has got to be another solution here.

You want your son to keep breathing, this is it. There is no other option.

Ava.

[sighs] Hey, you–you seem upset. Is something wrong.

[tense music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

This gets more and more exciting, doesn’t it?

Mm-hmm.

I mean, we’re soon to be parents.

[laughter]

According to Melinda, it’s practically a done deal.

This is the best news ever.

[kissing]

Oh, and how was your visit with Mr. Dorsey at the hospital?

Good. Good. Thank you. The doctors are hopeful for a speedy recovery. I’m sorry I was so late. It’s just–I had to step out of the room while they performed the procedure.

Oh, you waited there alone the whole time?

No. Actually, I wasn’t alone. Nicole was there.

[solemn music]

Hold on, let me write that account number down.

No, no, no, no, don’t write on that!

[doorbell rings]

Theresa? I thought it would take you a week to pack.

[suspenseful music]

Brady! Oh, my goodness!

Hi.

[laughs]

I just wanted to…

Oh!

Come see you. Check up on you, see how you’re doing.

Oh, how sweet of you to do this.

Well, I heard a rumor.

Yeah?

That Victor’s friend, Konstantine Meleounis, he was staying here. Is that true?

Yeah, he is. And we had the most wonderful day.

Really?

Yeah, I took him on a little tour of Salem. And when we got back here, he cooked this amazing meal-

all Greek delicacies.

Mm? Mm-hmm.

But sadly, he is leaving tomorrow.

Oh. Is he upstairs packing, or?

No, he went back to town to walk off his dinner. He loves it here in Salem. He wanted to take in some more sights. Hmm.

Hm!

[solemn music]

[sighs]

[knocking on door] Feldman’s here already?

Surprise!

Damn it! Konstantine, I told you to stay put in Greece until you heard from me. What the hell are you doing here?

Let me in, and I’ll tell you. After all, we don’t want anybody knowing that we are friends now, do we?

[suspenseful music]

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

Mm-hmm.

Hm. I got to admit, I was surprised to hear that one of Victor’s friends from the old country just popped in without notice. You weren’t expecting him, right?

No, not at all.

Well, he certainly seemed to have brightened your day a little bit.

Well, he has. I mean, mainly because of his connection to my precious husband. I mean, through Konstantine’s stories and that photo album, I’ve gotten to see a handsome young Victor, who’s got his whole life ahead of him. Hmm.

I guess it’s nice to see you smiling again.

Aw. Aw. Well, that’s thanks to Konstantine. Do you know that he came all this way just to lift my spirits?

[ominous music]

Hm!

What exactly are you doing here?

What kind of friend would I be to the late lamented Victor Kiriakis if I didn’t pay a condolence call on his widow?

You came here to see Maggie?

I brought her an old photo album filled with pictures of a young Victor. I made her a lovely dinner. It’s the least I can do after all. But I also came to catch up with my new friend Theresa. Tell me, dear, are you still trying to get your hooks into Victor’s long-lost son?

Who did you think I was when you were opening the door?

Now why is that any of your business?

Just curious.

What can I do for you, Xander?

Not much, cousin. Just resign as CEO of Titan and give Maggie her job back immediately.

[dramatic music]

I’ll have to call you-

call you back. Did I do something wrong?

No. No. I’m sorry. It’s just that this isn’t scrap paper.

Well, what’s in it?

Just everything we need to know about our baby’s genetic makeup, all in one document.

You got them to print you out another one?

Yeah. After I lost the last copy. But if our baby gets sick, this could prove to be helpful.

True. But there’s another reason to protect this like the precious document it is. It names me as the father of our child. And given that I absolutely adore the mother of our child, it makes me ecstatically happy.

Hm?

Mm-hmm.

Me too.

Mmm? Good.

[laughs]

Nicole has a funny way of just showing up wherever you seem to be, doesn’t she?

Sloan.

No, it’s just-

it’s just that it’s weirdly coincidental. What was she doing at the hospital, anyway? Is the baby OK? Everything’s-

Yes, the baby is fine. She was just refilling a prescription. I’m sorry. I’m sorry. It’s just that I should have never mentioned her. Because every time I mention Nicole’s name, it just upsets you.

Yeah. It seems it does. That’s-

because I’ll admit I’m envious that she’s pregnant. That she can carry a baby to term.

Sloan. As we discussed before, we’re about to be parents. And like I told you, just like I told Nicole before she picked up her baby’s DNA report, that I don’t need to pass along my genes to a child. I just need to love-

Wait, what did you just say? Nicole picked up her baby’s DNA report? You said she was there to pick up a prescription.

Yeah, she did, but she asked the nurse if she could get another copy of the original baby’s genetics because she lost the original.

Oh, my God.

[suspenseful music]

Hey. Are you OK? I mean, you’re starting to look pale.

Am I?

Yeah, by the way you reacted. Why do you even care about the genetic report in Nicole and EJ’s baby?

Oh, I–I don’t. I don’t care. I just–I just thought that Nicole would be, you know, more careful with something that’s so important about her baby. I just–I hope that she takes everything a little bit more seriously with the rest of the pregnancy, that’s all. Um… Oh, I got a text. I–I have to go. It’s a client. He just got arrested. So now I got to go get him a bail hearing and-

Oh, my God, is it that big of an emergency? I mean, like right now?

Yes, right now. We’re on the clock. And if I don’t go right now, then he’s going to have to spend the night in jail. And that just would not be a good thing.

All right. Do you need a-

do you need a ride?

No, I don’t even know how long I’m going to be there, how long it’s going to take. But I’ll call you, OK? Ah, just think, think, think, think, think, think, think, think!

[inhales] OK. OK. I still have the copy of the report that shows that EJ’s the father. And then the envelope couldn’t have been that different that they give Nicole. If I just-

I get there. I swap the envelopes. I just pray to God they haven’t opened it.

Now why don’t I keep this with my documents in the wall safe?

Good plan.

Also, sorry about writing numbers on it before you stopped me.

One, two-

And baby makes three.

Aw.

Would you mind if I took a gander at this before we lock it away?

As if you haven’t memorized everything in it anyway.

Well, that may be true, but I wouldn’t mind reading over it again. Can’t have too much information when our new child is concerned.

Mm-hmm.

Mm-hmm.

[phone ringing]

Oh.

Excuse me.

[laughs]

Oh, I forgot to call that investor back. Ahh, I need to-

I need to take this.

Of course.

EJ DiMera.

[ominous music]

Hmm.

[laughs]

Well, it’s obvious that Victor and Konstantine shared a lot of memories together.

Yeah.

But Granddad never mentioned him to you, did he?

No. I haven’t-

not that I recall, no. But you know your grandfather. He didn’t like to deal with the past. But it’s clear that there was a real bond between them. I mean, it went back to when they were kids. Did you know that Victor loaned Konstantine money to open his own restaurant?

[laughs] Yeah, I’m sure with a hefty interest rate, right?

No, he forgave the loan. And he wouldn’t even accept a single payment, or even free meals.

OK. That doesn’t sound like Victor.

Oh, tell me about it. But I think that shows how important Konstantine was to him. I mean, you know, after so many years of loving that man, Victor was always so unpredictable.

I think we can both agree on that.

Yeah.

But I’ll tell you what this latest revelation, Maggie. It certainly seemed out of character for him.

Oh, you mean about the fact that Alex was his son?

Yeah. That’s exactly what I mean. And honestly, I still can’t believe that he kept that a secret from all of us, for all these years.

You’re wasting your time, Xander. See, the job is mine. Get it? If my dad couldn’t talk me into giving it over to Maggie-

Your dad? Which–which dad?

Go to hell.

Oh, that was a silly question because obviously, you’re talking about your fake dad, the one that’s still around. But let’s talk about what your biological father wanted-

your biological father who did not name you CEO in his will. So don’t you think you should honor his wishes? I mean, if I were his son, that’s-

that’s what I’d do.

[suspenseful music]

Well, in answer to your question, exhibit A, my packed suitcases. I’m going from here straight to Alex’s apartment.

You’re moving in with him?

You catch on quick, huh?

And you certainly don’t waste any time, do you?

From what I remember, neither do you.

Hmm.

[clicks tongue] Victor, Victor, Victor. Leave it to you to blow up everything in your last will and testament.

[knocking]

Room service!

[dramatic music]

Who are you? You don’t work for the hotel.

Where is it? There it is!

Hey! What are you doing? Give me that!

What the hell? I’m supposed to be in this will! Victor left me nothing?

Not your favorite day, was it?

It got better as the day went on as I recall-

for both of us.

This was a lovely surprise.

Well, thank you. I was driving by. I saw your lights on. I thought, oh, I’ll just pop in and see you.

[laughs] I’m glad you did. How is everything going?

Oh, fine. Fine, except for worrying night and day about-

about Belle. Have you spoken to her?

Recently? No, I haven’t. How’s she doing?

Well, to hear Belle tell it, she’s got everything under control.

Only after her husband left the country and went into rehab.

Yeah. I’ve been trying to spend some time with her, but, you know, who wants her mother hovering all the time? I thought maybe you could check on her.

Of course, I can. I’m happy to help.

Good. And I’m sorry, if you and Sloan are in the-

where’s Sloan?

Yes, we’ll touch base again at the end of the week. Good night. Well, now that I have that all sorted, shall we take another look at this report again?

Yes. But first, I’m going to check on Holly and see if she needs any help with her homework.

Meanwhile, I’ll get started on mine.

[laughs] And let me know if you find anything new and surprising.

[laughs]

[blows kiss]

[ominous music]

[sighs] Well, Alex certainly didn’t waste any time, did he? Stepping into the role of Victor’s son.

Mm-hmm, he certainly staked out his claim at Titan.

Yeah, he also quit Basic Black without any notice whatsoever. I heard he offered you a position in the company.

Oh, he did. I turned him down, obviously. Alex and I are like oil and water. I mean, it’s somewhat surprising considering how well his father and I got along.

[gentle music] Hm.

I appreciate your concern. Actually, I don’t. Because you’re not Victor’s son. That would be me. That is why my take on what he wanted is the only one that counts.

He did not want you running this company, Alex.

Then why did he give me controlling interest?

Perhaps so you could show some character, not run his widow out.

OK. Yeah, yeah. First of all, when it comes to challenging character issues, you’re a joke. Second of all, I happen to have, A, the character to be staying in this very modest apartment while I’m allowing Maggie to run the Kiriakis mansion-

which I own–as she sees fit.

Wow, what a guy.

[laughs] What do you want? What do you–you’re here to beg for a job?

Oh, no, the last thing I want from you is a job, Alex. I’m just here because I still can’t believe this insanity. Oh, so Victor tore up his old will and what? Wrote a new one that cut the rest of us out just to give you half? You tell me, why the hell does that make any sense?

[suspenseful music]

For the record, I was interested in Alex before I met you and before I read a single word of Victor’s will.

Perhaps. But after you got a sneak peek, you were like a heat-seeking missile.

Well, I didn’t want to take any chances. And then when Alex and Brady came back, I purposely asked Brady if I could stay with him. And as expected, he turned me down. He was harsh, cruel, actually. And I let it all play out right in front of Alex.

You knew he’d take pity. Well played.

Well, it helps when you know the man is about to inherit a fortune, and he doesn’t even have a clue.

Hm. My father helped give that man a start. Without that seed money, there never would have been Titan. Victor would never have amassed his fortune. I’m the one who talked him into writing a new will-

and still, he left me out of it.

Are you done ranting? Or do I have to call security to haul you out of here?

Depends. Do you want your friends Alex and Brady to know you’ve been reading Victor’s will?

Who the hell are you, anyway?

I am Konstantine Meleounis.

You are the one who’s supposed to help find Victor’s letter.

Alex and Brady are on what you Americans might call a wild goose chase, but not for much longer.

How did you know to come here? How did you know the will was here?

I didn’t. I had a man watch the place. And when the head of the ISA showed up with a battered briefcase, I made an educated guess. I needed to just how generous my old friend decided to be.

Yeah, well, it turns out he wasn’t really very generous with anyone, was he? Except for his wife and his son.

[scoffs] A son he didn’t care enough about to even acknowledge when he was alive. And who is this young man, anyway? And where is this so-called letter that explains everything?

I have no idea.

[suspenseful music]

This must be it, right? The one on top? And it hasn’t even been opened yet. Why don’t we read it together-

shall we?

[gasps]

Victor’s long lost son is-

Xander Cook?

Mm. Never saw that coming.

Nor did I. But I do know that Victor had an affair with his brother Titus’s wife. And the product of that affair was-

Xander? This can’t be right. Xander is Victor’s son?

Apparently so.

Oh. And Victor left him half of everything? I mean, do you even understand what a piece of garbage this man is?

I understand that quite well. My father did business with him. Papa was getting older. His judgment had slipped. And Xander robbed that old man blind. And now this criminal, he’s a gazillionaire and I get nothing? Oxi!

I mean, just the irony that there’s two Alexanders in this family and this waste of space is the one who’s going to get the huge payday. Why couldn’t it have been the handsome, charming Alex?

What?

Maybe it still could be.

It is a pity that your friend Alex will never know what we have done for him.

Xander, if you want to know why Victor waited until his last will and testament to reveal that I’m his son, hire a psychic. I moved on.

Well, that’s easy to do when you’re on the receiving end of a fortune.

Yes. Yes. Yes. I have the money. I have the job. I also just found out that the man that I thought was my father my whole life isn’t really my father.

Oh, give me a break, Alex. You know your place in the family is barely changed at all. You’ve always been loved and accepted, unlike me. I mean, I’ve always been treated like the black sheep, like I’m barely even qualified to landscape the ground.

Aw, poor you.

Yeah, poor me. Do you have any idea what I’d have done to have Victor acknowledge me the way he finally acknowledged you? No, he always treated me like I was an outsider, like-

and worse, I was an embarrassment. So you’ll excuse me if I don’t feel sorry for you, Alex. As far as I’m concerned, you are one lucky bastard.

Sloan, she just left. She had to go deal with a client’s bail situation.

Oh. At this time of night?

Life of a criminal lawyer. I know she’ll be sorry she missed you.

Well, no, she won’t.

[laughs] She’s uncomfortable around me.

Maybe because she knows that you don’t like her?

No, I just don’t know her all that well.

Mom, maybe we can fix that. I know a lot of people don’t really like Sloan. But I know her better than anyone. She’s got a big heart, and she makes me happy.

That’s all I care about. So then she’s fine with me.

[laughs]

[ominous music]

[hums]

[doorbell ringing]

Harold? Harold!

[sighs] I suppose even the help are allowed a dinner break.

[dramatic music]

I can’t tell you how good it is to see you optimistic about the future. And if that’s because of Sloan, then I am grateful.

Thank you.

I’d also love to have a beautiful little grandbaby.

[laughs]

You know? And you deserve this. You deserve to have someone love you who is true and loyal. And that-

that seems to be Sloan. You also deserve to have a child.

[gentle music]

I love you.

Hello? Hello?

[suspenseful music] Looks like the Halloween pranksters showed up early this year.

[door shuts] Nicole? Uh, OK, what was that noise?

[sighs] Maggie, here’s what I don’t get. Granddad knew that it would be shocking for all of us. I mean, he knew that it would be devastating for Justin, for you, for Alex-

knowing that Alex was his long lost son. Yet he just left us all to sort it out? I don’t understand. I don’t understand why he would just let Alex’s true paternity remain a secret all these years.

I wish I had the answer for you. But you know, if God granted me one more minute with that man, that is the exact question that I would ask him-

why?

Oh, I get why you and every other shallow idiot in this town thinks that I should be eternally grateful for my good fortune. Just kind of hard to see it that way when your whole damn world’s been turned upside down.

You know, when I came over here, I thought you’d be gloating. I wasn’t expecting a pity party.

No, I’m not looking for anybody to feel sorry for me. But if you think for a single second that I would have traded Justin as my dad for Victor’s money, you don’t know a damn thing about me. You call me lucky? At least you know who you are. You know who your parents are. And I find it highly unlikely that you will ever be told that you are all wrong. And that your life was a lie.

Don’t tell me you’re having second thoughts.

No. Of course not. Doesn’t mean I don’t feel somewhat guilty about it, though.

You feel guilty? For robbing the swine of his birthright?

Hell no. Xander can live on the streets for all I care. It’s Alex.

What is there to feel guilty about Alex? We made him rich!

We also made him fatherless.

What do you mean it still could be Alex?

This letter from Xander’s mother talking about her affair with Victor and the child it produced, well, it’s sort of vague.

Vague? How?

I’m just saying that it wouldn’t be that hard to substitute “Anjelica Deveraux” at the bottom of the letter.

Anjelica is?

Alex’s mother.

Oh.

And see, I know enough about their past to know there’s nothing in this letter that would contradict it.

So Alex becomes the heir and-

Xander ends up with nothing?

He would squander all the money away, anyway.

Agreed. But why Alex Kiriakis? Why make him the wealthy man in Xander’s stead?

We have a connection going. We’ve already talked about going out. He seems real interested. And if I can make something happen fast, something between us before he learns that he’s the heir, then he won’t have to question me going after him for his inheritance.

That is quite a plan.

It would be so simple. I wouldn’t even have to tweak the will. All it says is that he leaves half of his inheritance to the son he never acknowledged-

no name. I can make this happen.

You mean, we can make this happen.

We?

I have access to equipment. I can bring you a brand new letter, one forged so well that no one will question it. We both bring something to this equation, Theresa. And when it comes to Victor’s fortune, there’s more than enough to go around. Partners?

[suspenseful music]

Alex asked me to move in with him, but getting him to pop the question, well, I don’t know how long that’s going to take. So I can’t promise you when you’re going to get your payday.

Then I’ll just have to find a way to stick around for a while.

Little bit of advice, cousin. Maybe keep the sob story about your parentage to yourself. No one likes to hear billionaires whine about their hurt feelings.

Xander. What are you doing here?

I was just leaving. Why are you here?

She’s moving in.

[laughs] That’s who you thought I was when I came here earlier? Why am I not surprised? Victor has a new rich son, and Theresa’s already on the case.

Leave.

Gladly.

Do not listen to him. He’s jealous. And wishes all this happened to him instead of me.

Hmm.

How was your walk?

It was lovely. I passed by these in the park and thought of you.

Daffodils. They’re my favorite.

I believe Victor told me that once.

I can’t believe you remembered that. I also don’t believe that they were blooming in the park in October.

[laughs] I had the feeling I would not get away with that story. You are too clever.

You bought them for me.

It was the least I can do after I spent the night. Oh, Maggie, meeting you and seeing the town Victor called home, it has been magical. However-

However what?

My time here has come to an end, Maggie.

Oh. Does it have to?

I never planned to stay more than a day or so, so.

Plans change.

[stammers] I mean, if there’s nothing urgent for you back in Greece, you’re more than welcome to stay with Victor’s family as long as you like.

A night was one thing. Asking to stay longer would be such an imposition.

You didn’t ask. I offered. Having you here, it would be a pleasure.

Oh. Oh, hi.

Hey, you’re back quicker than I thought.

Well, sometimes these things just work out.

[laughs]

Hello, Marlena. Nice to see you.

Hello, Sloan. Nice to see you, too.

I was just walking my mom out.

Yeah. But you know what? We were just actually talking about you before you came in. Eric was telling me about all the wonderful things coming up in your life.

Glad to hear it.

But we’ll have to get together. You know, why don’t-

why don’t you both come to supper?

Yeah, I would like that.

Great.

Good. Good. I’ll–I’ll call you with some dates, and we’ll-

we’ll get it set up.

OK.

OK.

Great.

[door shuts]

[suspenseful music]

Oh, did you finish your homework?

Oh, I was interrupted. And now I have to take another work call. So I’ll get to my homework a little later. In the meantime, I’m going to put this precious document with very important information about our soon-to-be-born little one into the safe so we don’t lose it again.

[laughs]

And no one will have access to it but Mommy and Daddy.

Ooh. Excellent plan, Daddy.

Mm-hmm.

[laughs]

[suspenseful music]

[shredder whirring]

[sighs]

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