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Rita hands EJ a delivery in his office. EJ sees on his computer that his inheritance just hit his bank account, so the other heirs should see it soon as well as Rita. EJ reminds Rita not to think about retiring because he needs her here in Salem especially now. Rita agrees they have a lot of irons in the fire. EJ remarks that Stefano’s millions will help the sting of losing his entire investment on Dr. Rolf’s miracle drug. EJ declares that nothing will ease the pain of knowing he’s losing his sister. Rita suggests Lexie receiving her inheritance could ease her pain, to know that Abe and Theo will want for nothing while EJ points out they will want her.

Abe calls Theo, leaving a message asking him to please come home as they need to talk. Abe hangs up and then gets a call from his bank about the inheritance being deposited today. Abe asks if that means Stefano’s estate has been settled.

Alex comes home to find Theo sleeping on his couch.

Gwen goes to Tate’s gym where he is working out. Gwen asks if Holly is out of the hospital yet. Tate says not yet, but he’s going to see her after this. Tate asks if Gwen has visited Xander. Gwen says she hasn’t confronted him for sleeping with Kristen behind her back as she’s been waiting for the perfect opportunity. Gwen suggests Tate can show her a move to really hit him where it hurts.

Holly remains in her hospital bed and calls Xander, saying she needs a favor.

Stephanie comes out from her room, surprised to see Alex is back. Alex points out Theo and questions what’s going on here. Theo wakes up and says he’s obviously overstayed his welcome.

EJ holds the envelope that Rita delivered and says he hopes it doesn’t come to this, but if this is what it takes to stop Sarah from looking in to how Coriseal got in to Holly’s system, he won’t hesitate to use it. Rita asks if he knows how long Lexie has left. EJ says not long and it could be weeks or days. Rita tells EJ that she’s so sorry. EJ says he is too. Rita asks if he’s told Gwen that Dr. Rolf’s drug was unsuccessful. EJ admits he hasn’t, but since Gwen turned on him by trying to buy the hospital out from him, telling Gwen that her investment is lost is the only bright spot in this situation.

Tate works with Gwen on self defense and asks her to promise to only use these techniques if she feels threatened and that she won’t strike first. Gwen agrees to take his advice, but says there are more than a few people she might have to defend herself against like EJ and Kristen. Tate asks if all of her enemies are named DiMera. Gwen says for the most part, but jokes that’s the case for everyone in Salem.

Sarah confronts EJ at the hospital and says whatever he’s up to is probably cruel, amoral, and illegal so she wants him to stay away from Holly. EJ reminds her that he is her boss and calls it blatant disrespect how she ordered him out of Holly’s room. Sarah wants him to stay out of Holly’s room, arguing that her niece doesn’t need his help. EJ argues that Holly doesn’t need Sarah’s help and she made that clear. EJ adds that Holly is an adult and Sarah has no right to interfere in her decisions. EJ says he has many rights when it comes to decisions about Sarah. EJ then declares that he has the right to fire Sarah and he’s exercising that now.

Theo asks Stephanie to pass him his clothes. Stephanie responds that he doesn’t have to leave. Alex questions why Theo spent the night. Stephanie responds that she had a few too many to drink at Small Bar and Theo was a gentleman who walked her home safely. Alex questions further. Theo says he had an argument with his dad and now he’s out of here, but Stephanie stops him from leaving.

Arianna brings Holly a teddy bear in the hospital. Ari thought she’d be in a better mood since she’s no longer dying of arsenic poisoning. Holly complains that she can’t stand being in the hospital any longer. Arianna asks what’s really bothering her. Holly informs her that her mom left today which is fine, but she really wanted her to stay. Holly adds that Tate also hasn’t come by to see her today. Ari assures that he will and is probably just working this morning. Holly mentions Aaron stopping by earlier to see her and bets that Ari is sorry she missed him.

Gwen tells Tate that he’s all for making love and not war, but not when it comes to the DiMeras. Tate advises her to stay away from the DiMeras and then sends her to work the heavy bag.

EJ tells Sarah that he’s firing her effective immediately and to go pack her things. Xander arrives and interrupts, arguing that EJ can’t fire Sarah because she’s under contract. EJ responds that he’ll pay out her contract and do whatever he pleases. Kayla comes over and says he can’t do that while EJ tells her to stay out of it. Kayla then reveals that she just spoke to the board, who decided that EJ’s secret experiments conducted at the hospital were unethical and have revoked his ownership status. EJ calls that absurd. Kayla informs him that he has 90 days to divest himself from the hospital or the board will take it upon themselves to accept the ownership bid from Gwen, leaving EJ upset while Xander and Sarah look pleased.

Stephanie tells Theo that he can’t leave until she properly thanks him for last night as she praises what a great listener he was. Stephanie remarks that it was so nice to be able to share so much with a friend. Theo thanks her and says she was a good friend too. Theo says he really should get going and wishes her luck with everything as he hurries out.

Holly accuses Arianna of having the hots for Aaron. Ari denies it, calling him an annoying nerd but then admits that she had a blast with him at the cabin and that the way he stepped up to help Holly was hot. Ari tells Holly to forget she said that but Holly says no way and suggests she ask him out. Ari says that Aaron is nerdy and not her type. Holly questions how it’s worked out thus far with her type. Holly points out that Aaron really likes her, so maybe finding a new type could be good for her. Ari agrees to think about it.

Kayla argues that EJ has brought nothing but misery to the staff ever since buying the hospital. EJ argues that ever since he bought the hospital, he’s been met with ingratitude. Kayla complains that EJ didn’t buy the hospital to help people, only himself. Kayla declares that the day is coming where no one will have to deal with EJ again. Off to the side, Sarah comments to Xander that seeing EJ get the boot is the best news she’s had in a long time. Xander says now if someone would just boot the bastard off the planet. EJ warns Kayla that this isn’t over as he’s going to appeal the board’s decision. Kayla tells him that he can appeal all he wants, but once the board goes through, he’s out and Gwen is in.

Gwen finishes her workout as Tate congratulates her on going really hard today. Gwen says the place really gets her heart pumping. Gwen then gets a call from Kayla, who says she wanted to let her know that the state has decided to remove EJ as owner of the hospital, so it looks like Gwen would be allowed to purchase it if she’s still interested. Gwen assures that she’s very interested, so Kayla agrees to set up a meeting with the board and get back with her later today. Gwen thanks her and says they will talk soon as she hangs up. Tate asks if it was good news. Gwen excitedly declares that he is looking at the proud owner of the Salem University Hospital.

Sarah questions Xander having Holly’s bag. Xander explains that she called earlier and asked him to bring it as Bonnie packed some of her things since she’s being discharged. Xander then asks why he feels like he did something wrong. Sarah complains that Holly called him behind her back because she’s not ready to be discharged and she knows it. Xander apologizes as he didn’t realize he was going against her orders. Sarah says it’s not him, it’s Holly as she is just furious with her for thinking she’s using drugs again. Sarah argues that she would love another option for how Coriseal got in her system. Sarah talks about taking another sample from the well but Julie had the well decontaminated. They conclude that either EJ altered the first sample and they’ll never know or Holly took the drugs willingly. EJ hides around the corner and listens as Xander tells Sarah that he’s still inclined to believe Holly because this has EJ’s stink all over it. Xander invites Sarah to join him for a bite to eat. Xander then shows Holly a video he took of Victoria singing earlier. EJ watches on as they walk away together. EJ then notices that they left behind Holly’s bag at the front desk.

Tate tells Gwen that their next session is on the books and congratulates her on buying the hospital. Gwen calls their sessions the highlight of her day. Tate tells her to make love, not war as she exits.

Stephanie remarks that she wasn’t expecting Alex home so soon as she’s surprised he was able to leave Joy’s side. Alex explains that the nurse came and is staying with her to help Joy recover from her whiplash until she’s well enough to take care of Kelsey on her own. Stephanie comments that she’s sure Alex will be running over there all the time to help. Alex responds that for his daughter, he will. Alex wishes he could bring Kelsey here. Stephanie asks if that’s his passive-aggressive way of saying he could if she wasn’t such a reckless idiot. Alex says that’s not what he meant at all. Alex understands this has become way more complicated than they expected and maybe Joy isn’t making it better. Stephanie complains that Joy had him move her to a hotel and sleep in her room last night. Alex argues that Kelsey was screaming her head off all night, so no one was sleeping, except Theo here in his underwear. Stephanie tells him that nothing happened while Alex tells her that nothing happened with Joy either, nor would it ever. Alex tells Stephanie that she has to trust him, otherwise they will never find their way through this. Stephanie argues that she does trust him, but Joy’s the one she doesn’t trust.

Theo goes home, where Abe says it’s so good to see him but he didn’t return any of his calls. Abe admits he owes him a huge apology for conspiring with EJ to get him away from DiMera. Theo says it’s not that he just went behind his back, but that he lied to him. Abe says he’s so sorry about that and that he wanted to honor what he thought was Lexie’s wishes, but it was wrong of him to go behind his back to collude with EJ. Abe insists that he wanted to protect him. Abe calls Theo an honest and ethical person while the DiMeras and that company are not.

Arianna asks if she can get Holly anything. Holly thanks her but says she just wants to go home, sleep in her own bed, and eat something different. Arianna feels the opposite as she wants to be anywhere but home. Holly asks if she’s still mad at her mom. Ari responds that when she has kids, she’ll want to be the opposite of Gabi and not try to control them or make decisions for them. Holly says she totally gets it as it sucks when someone you love has no faith in you, like Sarah. Ari points out that Sarah had always been cool. Holly says in this situation, it’s like Sarah immediately thought the worst of her and refuses to believe anything she says. They can’t wait to be back in school and living in the dorms.

Xander tells Sarah that EJ thinks he’s untouchable, but now he’s desperate like when he tried to fire her just now which was because she came too close to the truth.

Alex tells Stephanie that it doesn’t matter what Joy does. Stephanie questions how he can say that when she’s obviously trying to drive a wedge between them. Alex says she would only be able to if she lets her. Stephanie argues that she’s not the one running to her rescue every five seconds. Alex says that she’s the one letting it upset her, then getting mad at him and shutting him out which is her driving a wedge between them. Stephanie realizes he’s right and apologizes, saying she just feels so hurt when he leaves her side to go be with Joy. Alex wishes he didn’t have to. Stephanie says she gets that he does have to since it’s about being there for his daughter, which is why she never should’ve deleted Joy’s message about her accident. Alex brings up there was a time when he silenced her phone in frustration and she ended up missing a very important message from her mom which he regrets to this day. Alex says they will figure it out and just have to remember that they are on the same team. Stephanie tells Alex that she missed him last night. Alex tells her how bad he wanted to come back because he loves her and all he does is think about her as they kiss.

Theo tells Abe that he always thought he was as honest and ethical as they come, but now he lied to him about two hugely important things so he doesn’t know how he can trust him again. Abe admits his feelings are valid, but he wants him to know that he will work hard for the rest of his life to earn Theo’s trust. Abe asks Theo to give him a chance for Lexie’s sake since they just got her back and she doesn’t need tension between them. Theo agrees to get over it. Abe thanks Theo and hugs him, saying he’s very grateful. Theo then asks where Lexie is. Abe says she went out but he doesn’t know where. Abe adds that he has big news for Lexie when she gets home as he announces that she got her inheritance from Stefano and it hit their bank account today. Theo didn’t know the transfers were completed. Abe tells Theo that the money will be his one day, but Theo responds that he doesn’t want it as he doesn’t want anything from Stefano after finding out he was responsible for Lexie getting sick. Abe argues that it’s not Stefano’s money anymore, it’s Lexie’s, and she would want him to have it.

Sarah tells Xander and Kayla that she’s counting the minutes until EJ is gone from the hospital. Kayla notes that EJ will fight it, but he will not win and she assures that Sarah still has her job. Tate arrives and asks how Holly is doing. Sarah responds that she’s bored and restless. Tate asks if he can go see her. Sarah says sure and tells him to take her bag along with the good news that she’s being released soon. Tate says that’s great news and walks away. Xander thought Sarah said Holly wasn’t ready to be discharged. Sarah says she reconsidered and feels confident that Holly can go home where they can keep an eye on her and see if she’s sneaking pills.

Holly and Arianna talk about next semester of school until Tate comes in. Ari decides she will give them some privacy and exits. Tate informs Holly that Sarah is discharging her. Holly is thrilled as she thought she was going to keep her another night. Tate says they are going to get her out of here as they hug.

Gwen goes to EJ’s office and remarks that he looks like he lost his only friend or maybe his favorite hospital. EJ tells her to leave his office. Gwen responds that it won’t be his much longer. EJ tells her not to celebrate just yet as the acquisition is hardly a done deal. EJ adds that he has more bad news for her about Dr. Rolf’s miracle drug but Gwen stops him and says he’s not going to rain on her parade. Gwen tells EJ to enjoy his last hurrah while it lasts as she exits the office.

Abe asks Theo if Lexie has talked to him about going to visit his Grandma Celeste. Theo says they talked about it and guesses now they can afford first class or a private jet. Abe says the thing is, Lexie wants to go alone. Theo is surprised as he thought she talked about them all going together. Abe guesses she changed her mind as she said she wanted one on one time. Abe worries about Lexie going all that way by herself but says he must respect her wishes, which Theo says is important as he then exits.

Stephanie promises to never hang up on Alex again while Alex promises to keep her in the loop on what he’s doing and why. She promises to be more understanding when he needs to take care of Kelsey and to not interfere when Joy tries to get in touch with him again. They kiss until Alex says he’d love to do this forever but he’s wiped out and has to go to bed, so Stephanie decides to go with him.

EJ comes out of his office and runs in to Sarah and Xander. Xander says he can tell EJ is starting to sweat, but EJ says he has nothing to sweat about. Xander says not even a contaminated batch of Coriseal, a cover up, and anonymously leaving a clue on Sarah’s desk. EJ says Xander is out of his mind. Sarah states that if EJ left the book on her desk, then he saved Holly’s life and he knows he cares about her, but he also might have made her sick in the first place along with other people. EJ questions her thinking he’d do anything to harm Holly, arguing that he was her stepfather when she overdosed the first time and he’s also the one helping her with the ridiculous lawsuit from Amy Choi. Sarah asks if EJ is deflecting. EJ asks what Sarah has done to help Holly and says if anyone should be concerned about their actions, it should be her.

Holly goes to change clothes and asks Tate to get a hair tie from her bag. Tate reaches in to Holly’s bag and finds four pills.

Gwen walks to the park, talking on the phone about planning a wire transfer to purchase University hospital when the paper work is complete. Gwen is then grabbed from behind by a masked man.

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Cat and her sister Felicity have breakfast in the town square as EJ approaches and greets them. Cat introduces EJ as her boss, while Felicity questions if EJ is just her boss or if they are dating.

Lexie calls Kristen and leaves a message, saying she needs to see her ASAP, somewhere private away from the DiMera Mansion. Lexie says to call her back as soon as she gets this as it’s a matter of life and death. Abe then comes in and asks if she heard from Theo since he didn’t come home last night. Lexie informs Abe that Theo texted her that he was staying at Alex and Stephanie’s last night. Abe questions why. Lexie assumed it was because of the secret Abe shared with him and that he just needs space and time right now and that she does too.

Marlena and Brady have breakfast at the Brady Pub, talking about the excitement of Rachel coming home from Bayview. Brady says the strange thing is that Kristen wasn’t too happy about it and says it has something to do with EJ, but she wouldn’t give him any details. Marlena says that Kristen expressed concern to her about EJ too and said something about going too far this time, but she didn’t know if there was really going to be a problem. Brady says that Kristen is obviously hiding something. Brady adds that Kristen told him not to worry as it’s just between her and EJ, so as long as Rachel is not collateral damage, he feels Kristen can just deal with her sibling rivalry herself. Marlena agrees that Brady should stay out of it and let EJ and Kristen hash it out like grown adults.

Kristen finishes a run in the park and hears her voicemail from Lexie.

Holly remains in her hospital bed and thinks back to talking to Sarah about Amy Choi wanting her charged and then to arguing with Sarah about not taking Coriseal, as Sarah then enters the room.

Marlena tells Brady that she knows how difficult it is for him to deal with Kristen’s irrational behavior. Marlena thinks Rachel and Tate are very lucky to have Brady as a dad. Brady thanks her. Marlena asks how Tate is. Brady responds that he’s better now that Holly is recovering. Marlena asks if he has any idea how the arsenic poisoning happened. Brady responds that there’s nothing concrete as he and Steve are still looking in to it, but they think that DiMera Pharmaceuticals may be involved which shocks Marlena. Brady says they have nothing definitive but the circumstantial evidence is pretty damning. Marlena says it would explain how the arsenic got in to Holly’s system. Brady responds that the only other option is that Holly took the drug on her own which they are all hoping is not the case.

Holly complains to Sarah that she’s losing her mind and she’s sick of lying here, staring at the walls. Holly adds that the flowers and all of the visitors have stopped, adding that even her mom went back to Paris and she doesn’t know when she’s going to see her next. Sarah reminds Holly that she told Nicole she should go home. Holly says that’s because she could tell her son Jude needed her more than she did, but admits part of her was hoping Nicole would say no and stay because now that she and Maggie are gone, the only person she has left thinks she’s a lying drug addict.

EJ questions why Felicity would ask if he and Cat are dating. Felicity responds that it’s just the vibe she gets. Cat reminds Felicity she has to get to work, but Felicity says she has time.

Abe questions if Lexie needs space from him, asking what’s wrong and if he did something wrong. Lexie responds that he’s been wonderful to her and she loves him with all of her heart, but from the second she wakes up, she feels like she’s under a microscope like he and everyone are on high alert, waiting for her to just shatter. Lexie knows everyone means well, but says she just needs to get away for awhile. Abe asks to where. Lexie responds that she needs to visit her mother, who has been anxious to see her and is in no shape to travel. Abe agrees that’s a wonderful idea and suggests they look at flights tonight, adding that it could be their first trip together since she’s been back but Lexie clarifies that she needs to go away alone.

EJ congratulates Felicity on recently getting her driver’s license. Cat brings up that EJ used to be a racecar driver. EJ doesn’t remember telling her that. Cat says that it was in his bio. Cat adds that she’s sure Felicity would love to drive a racecar, so EJ tells her that could be arranged.

Abe questions Lexie not wanting him to go with her. Lexie explains that she hasn’t spent time with her mom since being back so she thinks it would be best to be one on one. Lexie tells Abe that she’s sorry and hopes he understands. Abe responds that he’s trying, but he doesn’t want to lose any moments with her after losing so many already. Lexie says she feels the same and their time together has been more precious than he knows, but she needs to do this. Lexie tells Abe that she has to go and she loves him so much as she exits.

Marlena tells Brady that John would be so proud of him following in his footsteps and working at Black Patch, which is clearly energizing him. Brady calls it great and thinks he may have inherited some of John’s instinct for it and his instinct is telling him that EJ tampered with the water sample. Marlena says they wouldn’t put that beyond him. Brady then reveals that he went back to the well this morning to get another sample and he will have Steve take it through the ISA labs, so EJ can’t tamper with it this time.

Sarah understands that Holly is upset but says she has to know that she loves and supports her. Holly argues that she doesn’t believe that she’s not using drugs and she had nothing to do with whatever got in her system. Sarah responds that she wants to believe her. Holly complains that she won’t believe her without proof which means she has no faith in her at all. Sarah states that Coriseal somehow ended up in her system and they know the arsenic came from the well water, so she’s doing everything she can to find out where the Coriseal came from so she can take care of her. Holly insists that she didn’t take anything. Holly knows Sarah worked really hard to figure out what was wrong and she’s grateful that she saved her life, but if she doesn’t believe her then she doesn’t want to be around her. Holly asks Sarah to just go. Sarah suggests getting Dr. Fuller but Holly doesn’t want to talk to a shrink, she wants to talk to someone who doesn’t think she’s a liar and that’s not Sarah, so she asks her to leave her alone. Sarah tells Holly that she is on her side and just wants her to get well and be happy. Sarah encourages Holly and says she will always be there for her as she then exits while Holly holds back tears.

Brady tells Marlena that there’s still one part of the theory that he’s struggling with and that’s who left the clue on Sarah’s desk that saved Holly. Marlena suggests a whistleblower at DiMera but Brady questions who would’ve known what was going on with Holly and why they weren’t seen on the security cameras. Brady states that it had to be someone with inside knowledge of DiMera operations and the hospital itself. Brady notes that EJ checks all the boxes but questions why he would risk tipping off Sarah if it would incriminate him. Marlena wouldn’t be so sure about that since Holly is EJ’s stepdaughter, so he’s very fond of her. Marlena adds that EJ may be ruthless and amoral, but he seems to have a heart which drew Brady’s sisters to him and is what Johnny is still trying to find in him. Brady thinks that might be Johnny’s downfall as he’s worried that EJ has dragged him in to this coverup because some things that he and Steve said don’t add up. Marlena hopes that’s not true. Marlena adds that she may be able to find someone who can help them and offers to make a phone call. Brady says he can use all the help he can get, so Marlena says she’ll get back to him.

EJ tells Felicity that they will schedule a ride in his Lamborghini whenever she’s ready which excites her. Cat says that now Felicity really does have to go to work, so she exits. Cat tells EJ that he definitely won Felicity over and that’s saying a lot because she was a very big shipper for her and Chad. Cat jokes that bribery works. EJ asks if they are in the shipping stage then and says it wasn’t bribery as his car has been in the garage for months. Cat remarks that the car costs more than a house and calls it a big sign of trust. EJ says he’s just letting Felicity ride it around the block. Cat comments that a lot of people doubt what Felicity can do and EJ says those people are fools.

Lexie meets Kristen in the park. Kristen asks what’s wrong as her voicemail sounded dire. Lexie responds that it’s not her but reveals that she was at the DiMera Mansion and overheard something. Lexie tells Kristen that it’s EJ, but then she passes out on the bench.

EJ assures Cat that Felicity’s ride will be safe and promises to never put people he cares about in danger. EJ goes to pay the bill while Cat then texts Felicity, thanking her for sticking to the script and saying everything they practiced so that EJ would know she likes him. EJ returns, so Cat says they should get to the office but EJ says he has a pit stop to make first since Holly’s still in the hospital and he’s worried about her, so he wants to check on her and see how her recovery is going, so they walk off together.

Kristen checks on Lexie until she regains consciousness. Lexie says it’s okay but Kristen argues that it’s not and they need to get her to the hospital. Lexie tells her no because she doesn’t want her family to know that she’s dying again.

Brady and Marlena go to the hospital where Marlena spots Cat and goes to ask her for a moment to talk privately about their last session, so they head to Marlena’s office. Sarah comes around and tells Brady that she just had another blow up with Holly, who kicked her out of her room again because she’s furious for not taking her word that she’s not using again. Brady knows it’s painful for them but says maybe they’ll have more to go on when the ISA lab gets the result from the new sample. Sarah says then they will know if anyone else is at risk of getting sick, how to prevent further contamination, and she won’t have to worry if Holly is lying to them all again. Sarah insists that she really wants to believe Holly as Brady hugs her.

EJ visits Holly and asks how she is feeling. Holly says physically she’s much better as the treatment is working slowly but surely, but she feels like she’s losing her mind in here. EJ tells her not to worry about the lawsuit as he has a plan to get that case dismissed and gives his word that she has nothing to worry about.

Sarah thanks Brady for supporting her and Holly. Brady assures that he’s there for her and he promised Tate that he wouldn’t give up on Holly. Brady then gets a text with the ISA lab result that frustrates him.

Marlena sits with Cat and says she discovered something that might be relevant to her investigation. Cat argues that she didn’t tell her what her investigation was about. Marlena says considering how eager she was to become EJ’s assistant, she figured it might have to do with him. Marlena adds that she doesn’t need the specifics but felt she should tell her what she knows because it might give her another option to pursue.

Holly thanks EJ and says at least someone has her back. EJ assures that he always will and asks if anything else is plaguing her. Holly responds that with Nicole back in Paris and Maggie away, the only family she has left in town is Sarah and she’s not feeling close to her right now. EJ understands she must be feeling alone. EJ knows he’s not her stepfather anymore but says he still cares deeply about her, so he’s family too. Holly thanks him and says that means a lot to her. Holly says if only she could convince everyone else she’s not taking drugs as she feels no one will believe her. Holly brings up when she was using and swears that she’s not. EJ stops her and says that he believes her which surprises her.

Brady informs Sarah that there was no trace of Coriseal or arsenic in the new sample which shocks Sarah. Sarah argues that the first sample tested positive and asks if there’s any way this lab could be wrong. Brady assures that he handed them a sealed sample. Sarah questions how arsenic can just disappear from a well. Brady says he has an idea and will do some digging. Brady adds that he’s sorry as he knows she wanted this to line up with Holly’s story. Sarah states that there has to be something she’s not telling her. Sarah then goes to check on a patient. Brady calls Julie and asks if she has a second.

Kristen tells Lexie that they can’t lose her again so there has to be something that can be done. Lexie responds that there isn’t and that Dr. Rolf is gone after doing all he could for her. Lexie asks Kristen to promise not to tell Abe and Theo because she can’t bear to put them through the hell of watching her die again. Lexie says she told Abe that she had to see her mother by herself and that’s what she will tell Theo too as she then disappears. Kristen questions her leaving without saying goodbye. Lexie says she will say goodbye in her own way. Lexie calls it her decision, her life, and her choice. Kristen blames EJ for putting Lexie through this all over again. Lexie says her feelings about what EJ did are complicated, just like her feelings about Kristen for telling Theo about Stefano’s role in her death. Kristen says she’s so sorry. Lexie says that she and Theo worked through it and maybe it’s for the best, but that’s not why she wanted to meet. Lexie tells Kristen that there is something else that EJ is planning to do that she needs to know.

Sarah returns to Holly’s room and questions what EJ is doing there as she demands he get out. EJ questions her kicking him out of a room in his own hospital. Sarah remarks that it hopefully won’t be his for long. Holly tells her that EJ came to check on her and talk about the lawsuit. Sarah argues that Holly doesn’t need help from EJ and says she will call Justin to take care of it. Holly responds that Sarah is not her mother and she’s not a child, so she can choose who represents her in court and who gets to visit her here. EJ says he’ll be back soon, but needs to get to his office. Holly thanks EJ for visiting as he then exits. Sarah tells Holly that she can’t possibly think EJ has her best interests at heart. Holly complains that Sarah just thinks she’s a drug addict while at least EJ believes her. Sarah argues that EJ is just trying to win her over. Holly remarks that Sarah just thinks anyone on her side is a liar. Holly asks what Sarah is even doing here since she told her she didn’t want to see her because she’s stressing her out when she needs to stay calm. Holly tells Sarah to leave her alone and get out now.

Marlena tells Cat about the working theory that Coriseal got in to Holly’s system because of the way EJ disposed of it. Cat questions why EJ would tip off Sarah if that’s true since he’d have a better chance of getting away with it if he let Holly die. Marlena responds that EJ is known to want to help out the people he cares about, so even if he saved Holly’s life, he could still be responsible for other people getting sick and there was a few people who died. Marlena notes that law enforcement haven’t been involved so it’s not really a problem yet for EJ and DiMera, but she thought she would want to know.

Sarah returns to Brady, who informs her that Julie had the well decontaminated after the first result came back with arsenic. Sarah complains that they will never know if the water Holly drank had Coriseal in it. Brady asks if she could get the first sample back or run Destiny’s bloodwork again but Sarah says the first sample was disposed of by now, so they have nothing else to test and no other avenues to pursue. Sarah declares that they won’t be able to make a case against EJ, if there even was one to begin with.

Kristen asks Lexie if she’s sure about this. Lexie confirms that she regained consciousness and heard EJ and Rita talking about having Kristen sent to be held captive on an island, presumably to live out the rest of her days there. Kristen says she knew he was up to something and guesses it’s better than killing her, but not much. Kristen brings up being separated from Rachel and not being able to watch her grow. Lexie knows what that feels like and questions why EJ would do something like this. Kristen calls it complicated for her to tell her right now, but she knew he was up to something and that something like this was coming. Lexie asks what she is going to do. Kristen doesn’t know yet, but promises that EJ will not get away with this.

EJ has a drink of alcohol in his office.

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Stephanie goes to Small Bar and orders a martini. Stephanie then sees Theo drinking alone and remarks that he looks about like she feels.

Alex is with Joy and Kelsey at the Brady Pub. Joy is in a neck brace after the whiplash from the car accident. Alex offers to get Joy something to eat but Joy says she’s not hungry and the soreness that Kayla talked about is settling in, so she’s going to take Kelsey upstairs and lay down. Alex says he’ll still get her a sandwich and bring it up to her in case she gets hungry later. Alex offers help with the carrier but Joy assures that she can manage it. Joy ends up struggling so Alex goes to help her.

Gabi is at home with Gwen, talking about her disbelief that Gwen thought her purse was from Gabi Chic. Gwen argues that she thought she was buying it off a reputable website and shows it to Gabi.

Javi and Gus walk through the town square after seeing a movie. They stop to kiss as Leo walks through the town square and sees them.

Chad brings Belle home. Belle jokes about Chad not falling asleep during the concert. Chad admits he did like it and guesses he just needed to listen to classical music with the right person as they kiss. Belle says she’s just sorry they didn’t find the connection between Verdi and Stefano’s chess set. They look at the program that Belle was handed at the end. Belle comments that it looks like someone got bored and was doodling on it while Chad thinks the marks look intentional and wonder if someone was trying to send them a message. Chad points out a Verdi quote at the bottom has a V and a U underlined, wondering what that means. Belle then notices the word Lire is also underlined.

Gabi finishes a call with Rafe and complains to Gwen that Rafe said he would forward her case to another division because counterfeit merchandise isn’t his thing. Gwen then reveals that she just found another website with Gabi Chic knockoffs. Gabi can’t believe it and declares that she’s not letting this go, so if the FBI won’t consider it a priority, she will investigate on her own. Gwen tells Gabi that she won’t have to do it alone because after spending a fortune on a cheap knockoff, they are in this together.

After seeing Javi and Gus kissing, Leo turns to walk away but trips, causing a noise that gets Gus and Javi’s attention. Leo tells them that he wasn’t staring and says his eyes just glaze over as a side effect from his concussion along with nausea.

Theo tells Stephanie that he doesn’t want to talk right now. Stephanie responds that she doesn’t either, so she’ll leave him alone but she hopes things get better for both of them. Theo then stops her and says she doesn’t have to go as there’s plenty of room at the table for both of them, so Stephanie takes a seat and promises not to bother him as they toast their drinks.

Alex sits Joy down and has her take a breath. Joy complains that she can’t even carry her baby daughter upstairs without losing her balance. Alex says he should’ve helped her but Joy says she told him not to. Alex understands she’s still shaken up from the accident and the doctor told her to take it easy. Joy wonders if taking Kelsey out of the carrier would make it easier, but Alex worries that could get both of them hurt. Alex tels Joy that he will carry Kelsey and help her up the stairs. Joy says he can’t do that a million times a day when she has to go up and down the stairs with Kelsey, so she has to figure out how to do it on her own. Alex responds that he has a much better idea.

Belle tells Chad that Verdi and Lire can’t be a coincidence. They wonder if it’s a message from Stefano which means it’s happening in real time, not from the grave.

Gwen asks Gabi where they start. Gabi closes her laptop and says it’s way too late to do anything about it now, so she suggests they meet again in the morning. Gwen argues that she has her whole evening free and doesn’t really want to be alone or else she’ll start drinking again. Gabi asks why she would do that. Gwen then informs Gabi that she just found out Xander is shagging Kristen which Gabi is shocked to learn. Gwen adds that she really gave Kristen a piece of her mind and her fist. Gabi questions her getting in a fight. Gwen tells her the best part was EJ tried to break it up and got a piece of her elbow. Gabi wishes she was ringside for that and bets she drew a crowd. Gwen mentions that it did draw Leo, who is always nosey and ready to spill the beans.

Javi warns Leo that he better not be faking it again. Leo swears he’s not. Gus argues that Leo needs to rest and asks if he wants them to help him to his room. Leo says he’s a big boy and can tuck himself in, but he’s going to get a ginger ale first. Gus says fluids are good to help with a concussion and reminds him to stay away from alcohol. Javi tells Leo they’ll see him around as he and Gus walk off together, leaving Leo frustrated.

Theo notices Stephanie sadly checking her phone and says he can tell she’s not okay. Stephanie responds that she was expecting a text from someone, but he’s obviously too focused on someone else to remember she exists. Theo asks if she wants to talk about it. Stephanie thought he wasn’t in the talking mood. Theo clarifies that he doesn’t want to talk about his problems, but he could use the distraction in listening to her problems, so he asks what’s going on.

Alex gets Joy a room at the Salem Inn. Alex finishes a phone call and tells Joy that he’s got the agency sending over a nurse to stay with her but they can’t get there until tomorrow. Joy says it’s okay as she can make it through one night. Alex asks what if she has to pick up Kelsey in the middle of the night. Joy says she’ll figure it out. Alex then suggests another option of him staying the night there too.

Stephanie tells Theo about how she feels bad for not believing Joy’s story but she doesn’t trust her and complains that she keeps playing the damsel in distress card, always calling Alex for ridiculous things. Theo mentions that Chanel told him how obsessive Joy can be, but he doesn’t think that’s Stephanie’s biggest problem. They get interrupted as Stephanie gets a call from Alex. Stephanie answers and says she’s so glad he called as she hates how they left things earlier. Alex asks where she is since he hears music. She tells him that she’s at Small Bar and that she hears a baby, so she guesses he’s still at the hospital with Joy and Kelsey. Alex informs her that he’s at the Salem Inn, so Stephanie questions what he’s doing there. Alex calls it a long story. Stephanie guesses he could fill her in when he gets home or meet her at Small Bar. Alex doesn’t think he’ll be able to do either of those as he reveals he’s going to have to stay there. Stephanie questions Alex spending the night with Joy.

Gabi asks Gwen if Kristen was caught by surprise. Gwen confirms that Kristen thought she was just there for a friendly visit and had no idea that she knew about her and Xander. Gwen tells Gabi that she called Kristen a two-faced bloody cow and ripped some of hair out which excites Gabi. Gwen says she may have done more if EJ and Leo didn’t break it up. Javi and Gus then come in kissing. Gwen remarks that it looks like someone’s getting lucky tonight. Javi then apologizes, saying he didn’t know they had company and introduces Gus to Gwen. Gwen jokes that the good ones are always gay, taken, or both. Gabi tells Javi that they will get out of their way. Javi says they don’t have to leave but Gabi tells them to have fun while she and Gwen will go drown their sorrows elsewhere. Gabi says they’ll see them later while Gwen tells Javi that Leo does still carry a torch for him, so if he sees him, he should show some heart because one sided love is no picnic.

Chad tells Belle that somebody is watching them, knew they were going to the concert and that they had the Verdi clue. Chad worries that this crosses the line so he’s calling this off because he couldn’t live with himself if something happened to Belle while trying to solve this mystery, so he thinks they need to back off.

Stephanie questions Alex spending the night with Joy at the Salem Inn. Alex explains that he’s staying to help with Kelsey as Joy’s in a lot of pain from the accident and couldn’t even make it up the stairs to her room at the Pub. Stephanie mocks Alex being her knight in shining armor to save the day. Alex asks her not to do this. Stephanie complains about not being allowed near Kelsey. Alex insists that he’s watching Kelsey like Kayla suggested and staying there for his daughter, but Stephanie hangs up on him. Theo suggests Stephanie take it easy on the drinking. Stephanie responds that she’s just getting started and orders another, but Theo says no and that she’s ready to go home. Stephanie questions why she would go home when no one is waiting for her since her husband is spending the night with another woman who he made a baby with. Theo says that’s not something they need to tell the whole bar. Theo tells Stephanie that he’s not letting her drive home like this. Stephanie says she walked, so Theo says he will walk her home which she reluctantly accepts.

Joy smiles as she listens to Alex giving Kelsey a bath.

Gus asks Javi if he’s okay and if what Gwen said upset him. Javi says it didn’t upset him, it just made him uncomfortable. Javi admits he knew that Leo still had feelings for him and tells Gus that he told Leo earlier to take off his wedding ring and get over him. Javi adds that he noticed when they saw him in the town square, he noticed he had taken it off. Javi admits that he feels bad for Leo since he’s probably lonely, isn’t good at making friends, and is insecure. Gus responds that he feels sorry for Leo too because he lost Javi, who he calls the best thing to ever happen to him. Gus calls Leo’s loss his gain as they kiss.

Gwen and Gabi walk through the town square where they come across Leo. Leo tells Gwen that he’s not in the mood to chat. Gwen tells him it has to do with the seedy underworld of counterfeit handbags which Leo decides could make for an interesting story. Gwen explains that she bought the bag online for a bloody fortune. Leo responds that she’s never been very good at spotting fakes. Gwen says no story for him then but Leo insists he didn’t mean that in a hurtful way. Leo says that Gwen sees the best in people and asks her to sit with him for a bit because he’s very sad, lonesome, and heartbroken so he could use the company. Leo asks for maybe even a hug which Gwen reluctantly agrees to.

Belle tells Chad that there’s no way she’s giving up now when they are finally making progress. Chad argues that they don’t know who is involved and he doesn’t like the idea of someone following her around while Belle argues that she’s out in public all the time. Belle tells Chad that it’s fine if he wants to back out, but Chad refuses to let her do this alone. Chad declares that if he can’t talk her out of this, then he will be right by her side.

Alex helps Joy put Kelsey to sleep. Alex talks about having to take his shirt off because Kelsey got him wet while taking a bath. Joy tells Alex that he should take the bed since he set all of this up, but Alex refuses, saying he is taking the roll away with no argument. Alex thanks Joy for trusting him to give Kelsey a bath when he’s never given a baby a bath, so he appreciates her being willing to let him try. Joy acknowledges that Alex is really good with Kelsey. Alex says Kelsey makes it easy and swears that every minute he spends with his daughter, he falls in love more.

Theo brings Stephanie home. Stephanie thanks him for walking her home and looking out for her at the bar. Theo hopes she feels better now. Stephanie says slightly. Theo is sorry her night went from bad to worse. Stephanie feels bad for subjecting him to her tales of woe. Stephanie adds that she didn’t even get to hear what’s going on with him. Theo says it’s just family stuff as Abe is treating him like a child and doesn’t think he’s capable of making decisions on his own, so he went behind his back and made one for him. Stephanie asks what decision. Theo explains that Abe never wanted him to be CEO of DiMera, so he worked with EJ to get him out of the CEO job. Stephanie notes that doesn’t sound like Abe. Theo agrees and says Abe has been texting him all night, but he doesn’t want to talk to him or even go home. Stephanie tells him not to then and invites him to stay there with her.

Alex asks Joy if Kelsey will sleep through the night now. Joy responds that she’ll wake up every two to three hours, wanting to be rocked, fed, or both. Alex says it sounds like they should get some sleep themselves then. Joy sits on the bed and says she doesn’t know if she can sleep in her neck brace, but Alex reminds her that the doctor said she has to keep it on for at least a few days. Joy wants to loosen it but can’t reach it, so Alex helps her with it.

Gwen complains that counterfeits are so hard to spot these days and reminds Leo of one in their past. Leo tells her about a fake watch that he had as they laugh together. Gwen tells Gabi that she and Leo were trying to climb the social ladder back then. Leo says they went tumbling off. Gwen talks about always thinking it was a victimless crime. Gabi says now they know better. Leo figured most designers would roll over this kind of thing and asks if they can even fight it. Gabi declares that she can and will with everything she’s got.

Belle and Chad go over the program, trying to figure out the clues. Chad wonders why the U and V are underlined. Chad brings up that Thomas has a spy kit with a UV light that displays invisible ink. Belle points out Verdi being underlined as well, so she goes to get a UV light of John’s from her room.

Theo tells Stephanie that he can’t stay over, pointing out that he doesn’t have his toothbrush. Stephanie informs him that she has an extra one that’s never been used. Theo asks if Alex won’t be upset. Stephanie asks why should he be and that she’ll make sure he understands she’s just trying to do something nice for a friend. Theo then agrees to stay over.

Leo asks what Gabi is going do to fight the counterfeits. Gabi says she’ll do whatever it takes to shut those websites down so they can’t profit off hard work. Gwen tells Gabi that she has her and Leo’s full backing. Leo wishes he could send a cease and desist order to Javi and Gus.

Gus asks Javi about being worried about Leo. Javi responds that he’s over that and that Leo has to face reality as he’s not his problem anymore. Javi and Gus then continue kissing.

Theo lays on the couch but Stephanie brings him actual bedding and sees him without his shirt on. Theo thanks her for letting him stay as Stephanie says that’s what friends are for.

Joy falls asleep in bed, so Alex puts a blanket over her.

Chad and Belle use a UV flashlight on the Verdi program and discover the symbol of a Celtic cross, wondering what that means.

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Julie is at home, on the phone with Foster. Foster tells her that he has gotten sick with a summer cold and must cancel their plans. Julie tells him to get better as she hangs up. Chad comes in to ask if she’s ready for their Verdi concert double date. Julie informs him that her date just cancelled. Chad says that’s too bad and that he’d hate to see the concert ticket go to waste. Julie feels it’s too late to give it away. Chad invites Julie to just sit with them but Julie says she doesn’t want to be a third wheel and tells Chad to just have a fantastic time with Belle.

Marlena goes home where Belle greets her and mentions Chad picking her up soon. Marlena says it was a long day, so Belle asks if she wants to talk about it. Marlena informs her that she went to Bayview to visit Rachel but Kristen was there and told her that EJ had threatened her. Marlena adds that Kristen was more than concerned, she was terrified. Marlena asks if Belle has any idea what’s going on there. Belle says no and admits she doesn’t want to know.

Chanel tells Johnny that she’s reading up on arsenic. Johnny says they don’t know if that’s what caused her cancer. Chanel argues that it could’ve been if she was exposed to it on Smith Island and how they originally thought it was the radiation poisoning. Paulina then arrives and says she just wanted to see how Chanel was doing. Paulina encourages that Chanel doesn’t have to have a full head of hair to be beautiful as they hug.

Abe goes to meet Theo at DiMera Enterprises. Abe notes that he sounded serious on the phone so he thought it must be urgent. Theo responds that it’s not urgent, but serious, so Abe asks what it is. Theo reveals Paulina’s wedding ring and says he didn’t want to give it to him at home with Lexie there.

EJ orders Rita to get the private island ready and alert the staff to let them know that Kristen is on her way to spend the rest of her days far away from Salem and her daughter, adding that no one will be the wiser. Rita agrees to make the arrangements. Lexie then wakes up and calls out to EJ, who is relieved and asks how long she’s been awake.

Chad goes to pick up Belle. Marlena asks about Julie going to the concert with them. Chad explains that she was going to go but Foster got sick, so she decided to stay home because she doesn’t want to be a third wheel. Belle questions Julie not having anyone to give the other ticket to. Marlena then gets a call from Julie and tells her that she’d be glad to go with her which makes Chad and Belle smile.

Lexie explains that she came to see Dr. Rolf, hoping he could help her, but next she knew, she woke up here just now and asks what happened. EJ informs her that she fainted and passed out on the floor. Rita adds that they moved her to the couch to make her more comfortable. Lexie questions where Dr. Rolf is and why they didn’t get him to tend to her. EJ responds that he has some bad news as he’s afraid Dr. Rolf is gone.

Theo tells Abe that he thought it would be best to give him Paulina’s ring in private. Abe mentions going to see Paulina today and explain that since Lexie’s death certificate was revoked, their marriage never ended which means his marriage to Paulina was never valid. Abe says it’s not that he’s not thrilled to have Lexie back, but it’s ending the life he created with Paulina.

Paulina brought a stuffed animal for Trey and goes to check in on him. Chanel tells Johnny that maybe they can convince Paulina to take Trey to the park when he wakes up, so they can have some alone time. Johnny says he actually has to run an errand right now, but he’ll be back soon. Johnny exits, leaving Chanel disappointed. Paulina comes back and asks where Johnny went. Chanel responds that she has no idea.

Chad and Belle go to the town square for the Verdi music concert. They take a seat on the bench as Marlena and Julie arrive and sit at a table. Marlena thanks Julie for inviting her, saying it’s just what she needed. Julie says there’s nothing like classical music to raise your spirits and that she needed it too. Julie talks about being so upset with what’s happened with the well water at the Horton cabin. Julie is thankful that Sarah found out what’s wrong, Holly is getting better, and that no one else got sick.

Paulina shows Chanel some baby clothes she bought for Trey. Chanel notices that Paulina took off her wedding ring. Paulina says it’s about time. Chanel questions why now. Paulina explains that Abe came to see her today and told her that Lexie’s death certificate was revoked which means she is not married to Abe. Paulina declares that she has to accept that Lexie is back and here to stay with her husband and son, so her marriage to Abe is truly a thing of the past.

Lexie questions Dr. Rolf being gone. EJ explains that the FBI were apparently on his trail, so he needed to leave town. EJ says that Dr. Rolf was devastated when he learned that the drug wasn’t successful at all. Lexie complains that Dr. Rolf willingly used her as a human guinea pig, knowing full well the drug wasn’t ready. Lexie argues that he and EJ both should’ve known for sure. EJ asks how they could have known for sure. EJ admits that he was caught up in the excitement of having his sister back, restored to the picture of good health from before she was cruelly taken away from them.

Abe thanks Theo for giving him the ring and says he’ll let him get back to work. Theo stops him and says he knows Abe is going through a lot, but he could use some advice about coming to work for DiMera. Theo says ever since he started working there again, something’s feeling off. Theo admits he feels like Johnny is hiding something from him and freezing him out. Theo says he could just be paranoid but he wanted Abe’s perspective on it. Abe responds that Theo may be right that Johnny is hiding something from him and he may know what the reason is.

Julie tells Marlena that she’s so glad to see Chad and Belle spending more time with each other. Julie notes that Chad’s kids are out of town, so he should be going out more, and calls it wonderful that he’s going out with Belle. Marlena agrees that they seem to be enjoying each others’ company. Belle jokes to Chad that Marlena and Julie are spying on them. Marlena tells Julie that as much as she’s enjoying this, she feels bad for Foster as summer colds are the worst. Julie remarks that’s if he really has one. Marlena questions if she thinks it’s an excuse. Julie calls it easy to fake. Marlena asks why Foster would fake a cold. Julie suggests he doesn’t want to go out with her again.

EJ and Rita help Lexie to her feet. Lexie says she’s fine. Rita says she’ll get out of her way and asks if she can do anything at all. Lexie says there is nothing unless she has a time machine. Rita exits. EJ offers Lexie a water. Lexie responds that she doesn’t need water, she needs to figure out her next move. EJ argues that she needs to rest but Lexie says that’s the last thing she needs. Lexie declares that DiMera do not retreat home to die quietly. Lexie points out that she’s still moving and still fighting. EJ says of course she is since she’s a DiMera and calls her the finest among them.

Abe tells Theo that Johnny freezing him out had to do with EJ, who never wanted him in the CEO position to begin with. Abe adds that Johnny acted on his own when he asked Theo to share the job. Theo questions how Abe knows this. Abe admits he’s been wrestling with a secret that he was keeping from him. Theo complains of another secret. Abe realized after talking to Lexie that he owes it to him to tell him the truth. Abe repeats that EJ never wanted Theo to be CEO of DiMera and admits he didn’t either, so he worked with EJ to keep Theo out of the chair.

Paulina tells Chanel that she doesn’t want to talk about her problems as what’s more important is how Chanel is feeling. Chanel wishes people would stop asking her how she’s feeling and complains about being treated like she’s not long for the world. Chanel argues that she needs people to treat her like they believe she’s going to beat this illness. Paulina apologizes if she upset her. Chanel knows she didn’t mean to and says she’s just frustrated and taking it out on her instead of Johnny.

Johnny goes to see EJ at the DiMera Mansion and questions when he was going to tell him that arsenic is a carcinogen. EJ responds that he didn’t know it was. Johnny argues that EJ poisoned the entire water well it on Smith Island, which Chanel drank from and ended up losing their baby and being diagnosed with cancer twice. EJ questions Johnny blaming the well water and argues that carcinogens are everywhere. EJ reminds Johnny that Paulina crashed their honeymoon with radiation and suggests blaming her for Chanel’s cancer.

The Verdi Orchestra concert begins in the town square. Marlena tells Julie that she can’t imagine why Foster wouldn’t want to see her again after they had a nice time on their first date. Julie says she did but it was the first time she had gone out since losing Doug. Julie adds that it wasn’t really a date, just a dinner. Julie admits they were having a nice time, but then she started remembering going out on the town with Doug and began to feel a little uncomfortable and questioning going out with another man. Julie is afraid that Foster sensed her confusion and depression, so he must have decided she didn’t want a relationship or to deepen their friendship. Belle and Chad talk about wondering if the concert would give them any insight or clues to Stefano’s chess set as the music continues. Chad and Belle hold hands as they watch.

Paulina questions Chanel being upset with Johnny. Chanel responds that she’s not upset, but more disappointed, as it’s like ever since her diagnosis, it’s like he’s afraid to touch her. She doesn’t know if he’s in his head about hurting her or if having cancer makes her less attractive to him. Paulina assures that’s not true as Johnny is crazy about her. Paulina suggests Johnny just has a lot on his mind with being CEO, taking care of Trey, having a baby on the way, and going through chemo. Chanel knows it’s a lot but she still wants Johnny to touch her and make love to her. Paulina thinks maybe Chanel should take the lead and not be subtle about it. Paulina gives Chanel one of her wigs and says maybe that will help.

Johnny questions EJ having the nerve to say to his face that Paulina is to blame for Chanel’s cancer. EJ states that he’s simply saying a cancer like Chanel’s can be brought on by many factors so there’s no way to know what really caused it. EJ points out that many people have stayed at the Horton cabin before and after he and Chanel did and they didn’t get cancer. Johnny argues that the water may not have caused Chanel’s cancer but it certainly caused Holly’s illness. EJ says that’s why they are taking care of it. Johnny argues that it’s not they and it’s on him. Johnny tells EJ about Brady coming by earlier with questions and he lied to him. Johnny complains that he’s also lying to his co-CEO Theo. EJ points out that it was Johnny’s call to make Theo co-CEO. Johnny argues that EJ suggested Theo back him up while EJ says he only expected Johnny to use Theo as a consultant, not hand over his job to him. Johnny shouts that he never would’ve done that if he knew EJ was going to make him complicit in a crime. EJ screams at Johnny to stop being so melodramatic. EJ says these are the jobs that a CEO has to do, so he can drop his self-righteous pantomime and get it done. Johnny tells EJ that he did what he did for Holly, not to protect DiMera, and if he wants him to stay on as CEO, he will never ask him to do anything like that ever again. EJ says he hears him loud and clear.

Theo questions Abe working with EJ, who he can’t stand, to get him out of the CEO job. Abe argues that Theo knows how he feels about that company. Theo complains that Abe didn’t trust him to know right from wrong, he conspired with the man who embodies everything he hates about his family. Abe says he was trying to protect him while Theo argues that he was trying to control him. Theo declares that this conversation is done and exits.

Abe meets Lexie at the Brady Pub. Lexie asks if everything is okay. Abe admits it’s not as he told Theo the truth that he conspired with EJ to get him out of the CEO job. Lexie asks if he explained why he did it. Abe says he didn’t have a chance as Theo just ran out of the room. Lexie calls it a lot for Theo to process right now. Abe then asks if Lexie is alright.

Johnny returns home and calls out to Chanel, who comes out from the bedroom and roleplays with him as they kiss.

The orchestra concert comes to an end. Marlena tells Julie it was wonderful and thanks her for inviting her. Julie thanks Marlena for joining her and hopes this means she’ll be up for more outings. Marlena confirms she will be, but she also thinks Foster will be up for more outings as well. Julie doesn’t think so and worries that Foster was thrown by her confusion about having a good time. Marlena tells Julie that when John died, she felt guilty because she was there and he wasn’t, which she calls survivor guilt. Marlena says she had to remind herself that John believed in positivity and he lived life to the fullest, just like Doug did. Julie then gets a text from Foster, saying he’s sorry to have missed the concert and that he will make it up to her by taking her out to the next one. Belle asks Chad what he thought of the concert. Chad says he can’t say he’s a fan yet, but it held his interest. Chad adds that he is a huge fan of spending time with Belle as they kiss.

Abe asks Lexie if they should head home, but Lexie says no. Lexie says she was just walking around in the sun this afternoon so she’s probably just dehydrated but she’s fine. Lexie admits she’s a little worried about Theo being burdened with hard truths lately that she’s not sure he’s ready to deal with.

Theo goes to Small Bar and gets a drink as he thinks back to confronting Lexie over not telling him that Stefano was responsible for her brain tumor as he takes a drink.

Johnny and Chanel continue to kiss until Johnny questions the roleplaying. Johnny then tells Chanel that he’s sorry as he knows they haven’t made love in awhile, but things have been very difficult and stressful with a lot on his plate. Chanel says she gets that, but she worries that Johnny is worried so much about her being pregnant and having cancer that he feels like she’s someone he has to take care of instead of his hot wife. Johnny assures that he always sees her as his hot wife, he just hasn’t wanted to push her in to doing anything she’s not ready for. Chanel says she gets that, but thinks it’s important for them to be close and keep their connection during the difficult time. Johnny agrees and says he’s glad they are having this talk. Chanel tells Johnny that she wants him and needs him in every way. Chanel then drops her coat as they resume kissing.

EJ finishes a drink as Rita returns and asks where Lexie is. EJ says she insisted she was feeling fine and left on her own. EJ questions where Rita went off to. Rita responds that it’s nothing he needs to concern himself with.

Belle tells Chad that she’s still trying to figure how Verdi ties in to their chess board. A man then appears and hands Belle a program from the concert, saying he thinks she dropped it. Belle looks back and sees her program on the bench, but the man had already left. Belle says that was strange as Chad then notices something inside the program.

 

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EJ visits Rachel at Bayview, teaching her about chess, as Kristen arrives and is shocked to see EJ.

Lexie goes to see Marlena in her office at the hospital and says she needs a friend. Marlena suggests they go get a drink but Lexie wants to speak privately. Marlena asks what’s going on. Lexie is not sure where to begin. Marlena admits she was concerned that her homecoming wasn’t as seamless as she let on. Marlena knows from experience how tough it is to reclaim your life after being gone for a few years. Lexie calls it even more difficult to have to let go of it again. Marlena questions what that means. Lexie responds that she is dying.

Stephanie goes to the hospital and asks Kayla if Kelsey and Joy were hurt. Kayla says she’s sorry but she can’t discuss their conditions with her.

Alex finds Joy in a hospital room and asks if she’s okay, saying he rushed over as soon as he could. Alex then sees the empty carseat and asks where Kelsey is. Joy assures that she’s okay but getting x-rays as a precaution and the only injury they could see was a bruise. Alex hopes there’s no bad news from the x-rays. Joy apologizes for worrying him and cried that it all happened so fast. Joy tells Alex of the little scream she heard from Kelsey when they crashed and cries that she’s never been so scared in her life as Alex hugs her.

Stephanie asks if Kayla can tell her if Joy and Kelsey were badly hurt. Kayla confirms they weren’t and will be okay. Stephanie says she’s so glad as she never would’ve forgiven herself if they weren’t which Kayla questions. Stephanie then admits to Kayla that Alex left his phone at home and she only saw the first part of the transcript but saw that Joy said she was on the side of the road, so she assumed Joy was manipulating Alex and deleted the message. Stephanie worries that when Alex finds out, he’s going to be furious and hate her.

Kristen questions how EJ got in to Bayview which EJ jokes was through the front door just like her. Rachel explains that EJ is helping her with chess. Kristen asks for a moment alone with EJ. Rachel argues that EJ hasn’t finished, but Kristen remarks that she’s not asking, so Rachel exits. Kristen reminds EJ that he’s not supposed to be here. EJ responds that he had no trouble walking right in. Kristen doubts that since she told Dr. Gregory that he was not cleared to visit Rachel. EJ guesses her message was lost in translation and asks why she doesn’t want him to visit his niece. EJ asks if Kristen is afraid that after she tried to murder his son, he’d demand an eye for an eye?

Lexie tells Marlena that she knew something was up when the test subjects began dying and then her vision started fading, her fingers are numb, and she feels worse by the hour. Marlena asks if this can’t be reversed. Lexie responds that Dr. Rolf has pretty much tried everything including his final hail Mary earlier today. Lexie says she will check in with him later to see if there’s any changes, but she already knows the end is near. Marlena says she’s so sorry as she can’t begin to imagine how difficult this is for her. Marlena asks how Abe and Theo are handling it, but Lexie reveals that she hasn’t told them and she’s not going to.

Stephanie tells Kayla that she never thought she’d be so jealous and insecure. Kayla acknowledges that she shouldn’t have done that, but understands where she’s coming from as she’s been suspicious of Joy’s motives as well. Kayla informs Stephanie that she had a talk with Joy and told her if she had any more problems like the insurance deal, she could call her instead of Alex. Stephanie thanks her and says she’s really glad she told her that, but she’s relieved she’s not the only one who sees what Joy is doing. Kayla gets paged away and tells Stephanie that she can wait in her office but Stephanie says it’s okay as she wants to wait for Alex. Kayla tells her that she is so loved as she walks away.

Marlena questions Lexie not telling Abe and Theo what’s going on with her. Lexie hoped she didn’t have to as she didn’t want to worry them if there was still a chance Dr. Rolf could stop what was happening to him as he did stop it for a little while with another dose of his miracle drug, but it didn’t last. Marlena asks what if she decides to tell them now. Lexie responds that she was going to tell Theo everything, but then she looked in to his eyes and she couldn’t do it. Marlena thinks Theo has a right to know and be able to say goodbye to her. Lexie argues that they already watched her die once, so she won’t put them through that kind of pain again. Marlena questions what that means. Lexie reveals that she plans to make sure they aren’t with her when the end comes. Marlena asks if she will be with someone. Lexie admits she’s not sure what she’s going to do. Marlena tearfully brings up when John died and talks about how she had the chance to be with him, hold him, and tell him how much he meant to her which meant the world to her as they both needed that. Marlena asks if she thinks it’s right for her to make that decision for her family. Lexie declares that she knows in her heart that this is for the best. Marlena decides to respect her decision then. Marlena asks how Abe and Theo will learn of her passing when the time comes. Lexie admits she hasn’t figured that out but the only thing that matters now is how to ease their pain.

Kayla brings Kelsey back to Joy and Alex, telling them there are no breaks and she just has a bit of a bruised clavicle but she will be fine. Joy and Alex hold Kelsey and comfort her.

Kristen argues that EJ wouldn’t dare. EJ admits he wouldn’t harm Rachel because he’s not half as depraved as she is. EJ states that he gave his word that he wouldn’t lay a hand on Rachel, but there are other ways to separate a parent from their child. Kristen asks what EJ’s diabolical plan is and if he’s going to try to turn Rachel against her. EJ has no doubt she’ll accomplish that on her own. EJ warns Kristen that her reckoning will be all on her alone. Kristen insists that she had nothing to do with what happened to Johnny and warns how foolish he will look and guilty he’ll feel when the truth comes out. EJ asks why he would feel guilty about getting revenge on a sadistic bitch who would torch her own kin without flinching. Kristen says she wouldn’t but EJ insists that she would and did. EJ warns Kristen that the fallout will be merciless and quick. EJ tells Kristen that the clock is ticking and the curtain is coming down as he then exits, leaving Kristen frustrated and in tears.

Marlena asks Lexie if there’s anything she can do for her. Lexie responds that she’s already done more than enough just by listening and understanding. Lexie hopes Marlena will keep her secret, which she agrees to do. Marlena assumes that EJ knows about her prognosis which Lexie confirms. Lexie adds that she’s so angry with EJ for giving her this treatment before he knew it was ready. Lexie then admits that if she was given the choice to come back, knowing she’d have to leave again so soon, she would have chosen to come back and feel Abe and Theo’s love again and be here with Marlena. Lexie cries that she is so grateful for the second chance. Lexie tells Marlena that it’s been comforting sitting with her, but she should go check in with Dr. Rolf. Marlena offers to drive her but Lexie says she has a car waiting for her. Marlena tells Lexie to call her if there’s anything she needs. Lexie thanks Marlena for always being such a great friend to her. Marlena and Lexie embrace as they both cry. Lexie then exits the office.

Kayla tells Joy and Alex that they can take Kelsey home, but to keep an eye on her and bring her back if there’s anything unusual. Alex asks about Joy. Joy insists that she’s fine as the paramedics checked her out. Kayla admits she’d still feel more comfortable if Joy was checked out by someone now that they know Kelsey is okay. Alex says he’ll make sure Joy gets checked out. Joy repeats that she’s fine and is just so grateful that Kelsey wasn’t hurt.

Rachel returns to her room at Bayview and asks Kristen where EJ went. Kristen responds that he left as he remembered he had some business to take care of. Kristen asks Rachel what she and EJ talked about while he was there. Rachel responds that he was mostly just teaching her how to get better at chess and asks why. Kristen says she was just curious. Rachel is curious why she made her leave her room and questions what they were talking about. Kristen claims it was just family stuff that would’ve bored her and nothing for her to worry about.

Kayla returns to Stephanie, who asks if there’s any word on Joy and Kelsey. Kayla assures they will be fine. Stephanie says she’s just so anxious to see Alex and asks if he was mad. Kayla responds that he just seemed very focused on Kelsey. Stephanie asks if there’s any chance she was right that Joy could be using the situation to her advantage and she caused the accident herself. Kayla questions if she really thinks Joy would intentionally put her daughter in danger when they both could’ve been killed. Stephanie admits Joy wouldn’t do that as she is a good mom and she loves Kelsey, but she can’t help wondering if she still loves Alex too.

Joy tells Alex that the spare tire blew on her way to the shop to get a new tire. Alex blames himself for leaving them while Joy insists it’s not his fault. Alex says his gut was telling him to just bring the car in or at least watch Kelsey for a little while. Joy guesses he thought Stephanie might be upset.

Kayla questions Stephanie thinking Joy might still be in love with Alex when their relationship was so long ago. Stephanie argues that Kayla didn’t see them on set and how Alex was so kind to her through everything. Stephanie remarks that Joy latched onto him and it was borderline obsessive. Kayla admits she doesn’t know what’s in Joy’s head or heart, so she won’t tell her that she’s wrong, but she will tell her that she can’t control what Joy thinks or feels about Alex, only what her reaction is. Stephanie admits maybe that’s why she keeps trying to deflect blame, because she hates how she reacted and how she’s treated Joy and for deleting her message, but she doesn’t know how much more she can take. Kayla wishes she could tell her it’s temporary, but it’s not, because she and Alex are in this marriage together and Joy and Kelsey are part of it too. Stephanie reminds Kayla that she’s not allowed anywhere near Kelsey, which she knows is her fault too, but she keeps thinking about how her marriage will survive this. Kayla says she can’t tell her it will because they can’t predict the future, but she’s been in her shoes and her marriage survived and thrived. Stephanie argues that was completely different because Ava was an attempted murderer and Steve always saw through her. Kayla brings up how hard it was when Tripp came in to the picture and it took some time, but eventually they all saw each other as family. Stephanie asks if she thinks Joy will eventually come around to letting her be around Kelsey because she doesn’t see that happening. Kayla encourages her to give it time as she thinks Joy will come to see her as a good person and stepmother. Kayla believes Stephanie and Alex will be able to work it out like she and Steve. Stephanie hopes it gets easier. Kayla encourages her to have faith.

Marlena goes to visit Rachel but finds Kristen alone in the room at Bayview. Marlena asks if she’s okay. Kristen says it’s not like she cares. Marlena says she cares about Rachel and asks if she’s alright. Kristen says she’s fine. Marlena hoped to catch her but guesses Rachel is getting ready for bed. Marlena says there is clearly something going on and asks what’s wrong. Kristen responds that everything is wrong and admits she really needs Marlena’s help.

EJ goes home while on the phone with Sydney, saying it’s so nice to see her. EJ is surprised to learn about a trip to Paris with Kristen and says he wasn’t invited to join. EJ says he understands Kristen wants her all to herself for a few days. EJ then hangs up as he enters the living room and finds Lexie collapsed on the foor. EJ rushes to check on her and finds she still has a pulse. Rita enters, so EJ orders her to fetch Dr. Rolf immediately. Rita responds that she’s sorry but she can’t because Dr. Rolf is gone.

Alex apologizes to Joy. Joy says it’s okay as she knows Stephanie doesn’t like that she keeps calling him and she wouldn’t, but they share a child. Alex assures that he wants to hear from her if she’s ever in trouble. Joy says she appreciates it, but Stephanie has a point that she called him so many times today and left him a panicked voicemail which Alex questions. Alex checks his phone and sees he doesn’t have any voicemails from her which Joy notes is weird.

Marlena questions what Kristen wants her help with. Kristen informs her that EJ was just there after she and Brady left orders with the staff that EJ should not be allowed to visit, but he came right in. Marlena questions not wanting him to visit Rachel. Kristen argues that EJ came to leave her a message that she has no control over what he does and that he can always get to her. Marlena questions thinking he’d be a danger to Rachel. Kristen says no, but to her is another story. Marlena asks again what she wants her help with. Kristen says she needs her help with Rachel and asks Marlena to promise to be there for Rachel if anything happens to her.

EJ can’t believe Dr. Rolf is gone. Rita explains that he left a note that the FBI was asking too many questions, so it was far too risky for him to remain the mansion. EJ calls that absurd, arguing that the room he built for him was well hidden and he needed him to stay for Lexie. Rita adds that Dr. Rolf believed there was nothing more he could do for Lexie. EJ urges Lexie to keep fighting. Rita tells EJ that Dr. Rolf was just trying to protect him. EJ screams at Rita for being in on this and questions how else she would know what Dr. Rolf’s motivations were. Rita repeats that he only left a note because he knew how upset EJ would be. EJ screams that he is upset and cries that they weren’t supposed to give up on what they were working on and on Stefano’s wishes. EJ points out that Lexie is still breathing and orders Rita to get the car to get her to the hospital, but Rita states that they can’t help her and that would go against her wishes, leaving EJ in shock.

Alex finds Stephanie at the hospital and questions what she’s doing there. Stephanie says she knew he was worried and she wanted to be there for him. Stephanie asks how Kelsey and Joy are. Alex says they are fine, but she can stop pretending she gives a damn. Stephanie insists that she felt terrible. Alex questions if that’s why she deleted Joy’s voicemail, because he found it in the deleted messages folder. Stephanie apologizes and says she was going to tell him. Alex asks when she was going to tell him that his infant daughter was in a car crash. Stephanie swears that she didn’t know she was in an accident. Alex is thankful Joy got ahold of him when she did and asks what if Kelsey was seriously injured and he didn’t find out until it was too late.

Joy holds Kelsey in the hospital room, talking about how she and Alex were so scared and how much they love her. Joy thinks bringing Kelsey back to Salem might be the best thing she ever did.

Stephanie insists to Alex that she didn’t hear all of Joy’s message and only saw the beginning of the transcript, so she thought Joy was faking it to get his attention. Stephanie argues that he has to admit the odds of having a blown out tire. Alex argues that he knew it was a flimsy spare tire that he installed and says he should’ve never let her drive off, but he wouldn’t have if he wasn’t so worried about upsetting Stephanie. Stephanie asks if it’s her fault then that Joy got in an accident. Alex says it’s no one’s fault, but he was on edge because he knew how upset she’s been about Joy, so much that she didn’t try calling him at Titan to tell him that she was in trouble. Alex adds that Stephanie took it a step further by deleting the messages and asks what is wrong with her. Alex says he’s really trying to understand, but her jealousy is making this tough situation in to a nightmare. Stephanie asks if he doesn’t think that Joy might be jealous that she’s married to him, insisting that she is. Alex responds that they can’t go on like this. Stephanie questions what that is supposed to mean. Alex tells her that she should go home because he needs to get back to Kelsey and Joy, so he walks away.

Marlena assures Kristen that she’s always there for Rachel and questions if EJ has threatened her. Kristen confirms he has. Marlena argues that EJ is fond of threatening people, but he rarely follows through. Kristen says this is different and he’s serious this time. Marlena questions how she knows and what she’s not telling her. Kristen admits she took things too far but she can’t go back now and EJ feels she has crossed a deeply personal line, so she wouldn’t put anything past him now.

EJ and Rita lay Lexie on the couch as Rita talks about how Dr. Rolf said this is normal and that Lexie would experience periods of unconsciousness, but that she would come around until the end. Rita asks if there’s anything else she can do for him while she’s there. EJ responds that he just heard from Sydney and that Kristen contacted her, suggesting they take a trip together. Rita guesses that’s the final nail in Kristen’s coffin. EJ orders Rita to get the private island ready and alert the staff to let them know that Kristen is on her way to spend the rest of her days far away from Salem and her daughter, adding that no one will be the wiser.

 

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Leo is at the Brady Pub with his laptop when Javi comes by. Javi questions Leo being back to work already. Leo tells him that he’s just looking up Pedro Pascal. Javi asks if Leo is okay after his second concussion in a couple months. Leo assures that he’s fine and jokes about it being just like a headache. Javi tells him to take care of himself, get some rest, and not have alcohol. Leo responds that he’s a little surprised that Javi cares.

Stephanie is at home when she sees Alex’s phone ring with a call from Joy.

At Titan, Alex questions Xander and Philip about their only plan to save Titan being Gabi’s DiMera inheritance. Xander says it just buys them time to figure out their next move. Alex asks if they are using it to make a couple loan payments. Xander calls it a start. Alex asks what they are doing in the meantime. Xander asks if he has a better idea. Alex responds that he does.

Brady goes to the hospital and asks Sarah how she’s doing. Sarah admits she’s not great and talks about how Holly spoke to her. Sarah complains that Holly yelled at her and kicked her out of her room. Sarah says she’s sorry that Holly is going through all of this physically while now she’s angry and hurting. Sarah adds to make it more confusing, she got the toxicology report from Destiny’s autopsy and there’s Coriseal in her blood stream which they already knew, but according to the report, there was not a trace of arsenic, so it seems like Destiny’s illness is not related to Holly’s. Brady responds that he wouldn’t be so sure about that.

Johnny is at home on the phone with Theo about splitting up DiMera departments to share their CEO responsibilities. Johnny says that Theo will handle shipping while he handles pharmaceuticals and Theo can divide up the rest. Johnny tells Theo that he trusts him and hangs up as Chanel comes in to the room. Chanel reveals to Johnny that when she woke up, her pillow was covered with hair. Chanel guesses she shouldn’t be surprised since chemo causes hair loss. Johnny says he can’t tell. Chanel says enough hasn’t fallen out yet but it will. Chanel asks Johnny if he’ll still be okay with that. Johnny promises he will and that she’s beautiful to him no matter what. Johnny brings up that as the weather gets colder, she might want to wear something on her head or change up her look from time to time. Johnny then reveals that he, Paulina, and Lani did some online shopping and presents her with a box of wigs. Chanel opens it and emotionally says she can’t believe it.

Javi assures Leo that he cares about him, but tells him not to mistake his concern as what they had is in the past. Leo talks about everything being in the present and then gets a headache which worries Javi, who tells Leo that he needs to get checked out again. Leo insists that he’s fine, but mentions not having much of an appetite. Javi notices he hasn’t had much of his sandwich. Leo says he has to get back to the Spectator, but gets dizzy when he gets up.

Xander asks Alex what his plan is. Alex responds that he will first need them both to own the fact that they created this huge mess in the first place. Alex says that EJ bought their loan because Xander and Kate stupidly set up Johnny and then they had to unmerge from DiMera because Philip sat back and watched Vivian perpetrate fraud against their family and company. Alex talks about the perception of Titan to the outside world and how it’s time to rebuild. Alex brings up when he was CEO. Xander argues that he was never a legitimate CEO while Alex says at least he didn’t deceive people or nearly tank the company. Alex declares that they couldn’t fix the mess they created so they should step aside and let him take over.

Stephanie sees Joy text Alex’s phone that she’s on the side of the road and needs his help ASAP. Stephanie gets angry and thinks back to complaining to Chanel about Joy where Chanel told Stephanie to watch her back around Joy. Stephanie declares that Chanel is right and that Joy is getting on her last nerve, so she deletes the voicemail left on Alex’s phone.

Brady thinks it’s too much of a coincidence that Destiny and Holly both had Coriseal in their system but also symptoms of arsenic poisoning. Brady brings up the missing files at DiMera Pharmaceuticals. Sarah brings up the lab results not reflecting the Coriseal was contaminated with arsenic. Brady asks what if the lab results were just wrong.

Javi sits Leo back down and tells him he has to get another CT scan but Leo refuses to go to the hospital, complaining that they are understaffed and he’d be waiting there all day. Leo thinks he just needs to sit here for a little bit, so Javi sits down and checks Leo’s pulse.

Xander questions Alex’s brilliant idea to right the ship. Alex repeats naming him CEO will re-establish trust and show they are serious about making changes. Philip argues that they don’t need trust, they need money to make the loan payment. Xander adds that Alex’s fantasy of becoming CEO is not going to happen.

Stephanie hears a knock at the door and assumes it’s Joy, but it’s Steve, who comes in and says he needs to talk to her and needed to do it in person. Stephanie asks if everything is okay. Steve responds that he hopes so.

Chanel tries on a blonde wig which Johnny compliments her on as they kiss. Chanel guesses this is what Paulina is working on while they were going over wigs during her chemo. Johnny reveals that Paulina is having a top-notch wig maker make a wig for her, but in the mean time, these will be some fun options. Johnny assures Chanel that he loves it but if she doesn’t want to wear a wig, that’s fine too. Johnny repeats that she will always be beautiful and urges her to believe that. Chanel agrees to try.

Sarah tells Brady that the likelihood of both lab results being wrong are very low, but they can rerun it. Brady doesn’t think that would do any good. Brady brings up someone leaving a clue for Sarah that saved Holly, so whoever that was probably knows how Holly got sick. Brady brings up if the pills were contaminated by DiMera Pharmaceuticals and reminds Sarah who owns the hospital and has all the access. Sarah points out that EJ was CEO of DiMera when all of this started and asks if Brady thinks EJ did it just to cover his own butt. Brady confirms that he thinks so, to protect his family and company from scandal. Brady says the more he thinks about it, EJ has to be the culprit. Sarah asks how they prove it. Brady responds that there is a way. Sarah questions how to prove EJ altered the tests. Brady thinks it’s time to pay Johnny another visit and press him on those DiMera Pharmaceutical files. Sarah thanks Brady for all of his help. Brady assures that they will figure this out together as he then exits the hospital.

Chanel tries on another wig and jokes about looking like Tina Turner. Johnny repeats that she’s so beautiful. Chanel says she’s so grateful for him as they hug.

Javi tells Leo that his pulse is normal and tells him to go straight to the ER if his symptoms continue. Leo mentions still feeling a little dizzy. Javi guesses he’d feel better if he stayed with him. Leo asks if he would. Javi responds that he’s sorry but he can’t. Leo insists but Javi says that’s enough of the games as they both know what’s going on here.

Stephanie asks Steve if something’s wrong. Steve informs her that Kayla told him about her sessions with Marlena and how Stephanie could be suffering from trauma in her childhood, so he needs to apologize. Stephanie insists that none of it is his fault. Steve cries that he wasn’t there for her. Stephanie doesn’t want him blaming himself for something totally out of his control. Stephanie calls him her hero and hugs him. Stephanie adds that she’s no longer that little girl that needs her father to protect her. Steve cries that he couldn’t protect her then and he still can’t, which breaks his heart. Alex’s phone rings again, so Steve says she needs to get that but Stephanie says no.

Alex reminds Xander and Philip that he runs the publishing division which is the most successful division at Titan. Philip argues that Kate had a whole lot to do with that along with Stephanie, but she’s no longer writing so that division could crash any minute. Alex says even if it did, it still makes more sense for him to step in to the leadership position, because unlike them, he’s respected among shareholders and investors for being fair and honest. Alex adds that he never faked his own death or forged his way in to an inheritance which Philip calls a low blow. Philip then asks if Alex doesn’t have enough to worry about at home with a new wife and a new baby, who the wife wishes didn’t exist. Alex gets upset so Xander steps in and says that Philip is trying to say Alex has enough chaos going on, unless this is about trying to control things here because he can’t at home. Alex questions Xander talking to him about control and remarks that at least he has a marriage. Xander warns him to watch his mouth. Alex asks if Xander’s going to beat him to a pulp like Philip. Philip intervenes and says that’s enough, telling them to dial it down and to harness this energy to save Titan, not put each other in an ambulance. Alex states that he’s invested his cash in to this just like they have and adds that he does have a daughter to care for now, but they need to right the ship and it’s going to involve them making some very tough decisions. Xander then gets a call from Sarah, who asks if he has a moment to talk in person at the hospital. Xander says he’ll see her soon and hangs up. Xander tells Alex and Philip that Sarah needs him. Xander then tells Alex that he appreciates him putting on his cape to swoop in to save the day, but says the ship is going to right itself without him at the helm. Xander adds that if Alex has a problem with that, he can feel free to resign as he then exits the office.

Leo tells Javi that he doesn’t know what games he’s talking about. Javi tells Leo to just be honest and accuses him of faking being dizzy to get his attention. Leo argues that he has been dizzy ever since his fall. Javi advises Leo that if he wants to get better, he needs to get over him and move on.

Steve questions Stephanie not answering the phone. Stephanie explains that it’s Alex’s phone and his baby mama keeps calling. Stephanie explains to Steve that talking to Marlena about her childhood trauma has given her a new perspective and has been a big help, but assures that Steve and Kayla are not to blame and the important thing is they are together now. Stephanie adds that she’s grateful to have two loving parents who support her no matter what. Stephanie promises him that she’s doing much better. Steve says he loves hearing that but asks if she’s sure. Stephanie points out that she got rid of the dead bolts on the door. Steve mentions hearing she’s been taking self defense lessons from Tate which Stephanie confirms has been great. Stephanie tells Steve that she loves him as they hug.

Alex tells Philip that he will never understand why Victor left the keys to the kingdom to Xander. Philip says it might suck but they’re stuck with him. Philip apologizes to Alex for going after him the way he did earlier. Alex says it’s okay as he obviously ran his mouth too. Philip brings up going to see Stephanie earlier and she shared with him that Joy’s been leaning on Alex a lot. Alex questions Stephanie confiding in Philip. Philip tells him not to be upset with her as she was just venting to a friend. Philip adds that if it will help, he can put his number on Joy’s speed dial because he promised Chloe that he would look out for her little sister, unless Alex wants to spend more time with Joy. Alex tells him not to be ridiculous and agrees to take Philip up on his offer and thanks him. Philip says he’s happy to help. Alex then realizes he left his phone at home and says he has to go. Philip assures Alex that he is an asset to the company and he appreciates everything he’s done as Alex then exits.

Brady goes to Chanel and Johnny’s apartment. Johnny asks what brings him by. Brady says it’s business so Chanel takes that as her cue to go take a shower. Brady tells Johnny that he’s sorry to be coming to his home, but it’s important and time is of the essence as it’s about Holly’s illness.

Xander joins Sarah at the hospital. Sarah is sorry to pull him from work. Xander calls it a welcome interruption. Sarah asks if there’s any updates on the deep dive in to the DiMera files and if he got any more information from Kristen. Xander says he didn’t but that Kristen told him how controlled the substance is but they hit a dead end. Sarah argues that EJ can’t get away with this. Xander starts to warn about if EJ’s behind this and the reason Holly is fighting for her life but Sarah stops him and says she can’t have him fanning the flames between the families. Xander says he understands. Sarah adds whoever is responsible will be punished by the court of law.

Johnny asks Brady how Holly is. Brady responds that she’s doing better because someone tipped Sarah off to what was wrong and she found arsenic in her blood stream as well as the well water at the Horton cabin. Johnny acts surprised while Brady asks if he had a chance to look in to the pills. Brady explains their theory that the pills were contaminated which is why arsenic and Coriseal were in Holly’s blood. Johnny argues that if that were the case, there would’ve been an FDA recall and there wasn’t. Brady brings up that EJ could skirt the law a bit and cover that up but Johnny claims he doesn’t believe that. Johnny states that he knows what EJ is capable of, but he would never cut corners knowing he could put innocent people’s lives at risk. Brady asks if Johnny took a look at the files that he and Steve asked him about. Johnny responds that he did and that as far as he can tell, everything seems to be in order.

Leo mocks the idea of Javi thinking he’s still pining over him. Javi questions Leo stil wearing his wedding ring then. Leo says he likes it and asks why he should take it off. Javi tells Leo that he’s trying to help him come to the realization and move on which Leo claims he has done. Javi says he’s sorry but he has to go, so he leaves the Pub.

Alex comes home to find his phone and then it rings. Stephanie guesses it’s Joy. Alex answers the call and says he left his phone at the house but he’ll be right there, annoying Stephanie again.

Brady and Steve run in to each other outside the Pub. Steve tells Brady that he went through the security footage from outside of Sarah’s office, but there’s a blind spot so either they got lucky or they knew how to circumvent the camera, so they got nothing. Brady says he just got back from talking to Johnny and they’ve got a real problem.

Leo remains at the Pub, looking at his wedding ring. Leo declares that Javi is right that he has to accept that it’s over, so he removes the ring and places it on the table. Leo adds that he has no one to blame but himself.

Stephanie complains about Joy calling again and Alex going running. Alex says that’s not cool. Stephanie asks what it is this time. Alex reveals that Joy’s spare tire blew out and she was in a car accident with Kelsey in the car. Stephanie then gets concerned and asks if they’re alright but Alex says it’s not like she cares as he rushes out.

Brady goes to the hospital and informs Sarah and Xander that Johnny said the files were in order and nothing was flagged by the FDA. Sarah is shocked while Xander says that can’t be right since when he looked in to it, the missing files were all scrubbed. Brady says he didn’t tell him that but there’s obviously a huge discrepancy. Brady adds that Steve wants to take a different approach to investigating this so he’s going to explore and get back to him. Sarah wonders if there could be a complete other set of files that Johnny found while Xander suggests Johnny could be covering for his dad.

Chanel rejoins Johnny in the living room and says she’s glad to hear Holly is on the mend, asking what caused her illness. Johnny reveals they found arsenic in the Horton cabin well water. Chanel is shocked as she brings up reading that arsenic is a major carcinogen. Chanel then points out to Johnny that she drank water at the Horton cabin and she’s had cancer twice.

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Theo goes home and questions Lexie as to why she didn’t tell him that Stefano was responsible for her brain tumor.

Paulina is in her office on a call, frustated as she demands they get the contract signed and hangs up as Abe arrives. Abe says he remembers those calls and guesses it’s the sanitation contract. Paulina thought she made herself clear. Abe says he knows she doesn’t want to see him anymore, but he needs to talk to her and it’s very important.

Holly wakes up in her hospital bed to Tate at her side. Tate brings her the flowers from Philip and asks if she feels like the new treatment is working. Holly responds that she almost feels like herself again even though she can’t believe what she’s being treated before. Tate agrees, saying he thought arsenic poisoning was just in mystery books and movies. Holly jokes that next time she tries to be healthy, she’ll try to make it not life threatening as Tate kisses her.

Brady brings Sarah more coffee at the hospital and encourages that the report is good news since it traces the arsenic back to the well water at the Horton Cabin and not the main water line in Salem. Sarah complains that it still doesn’t give them the answers they need.

Rita meets EJ at the DiMera Mansion, where EJ says they are celebrating that Brady’s water sample from the Horton Cabin was brought to the hospital where he was successfully able to alter it so that the test results only found arsenic and not Coriseal which means there is no way that Holly’s illness can be traced back to him or DiMera, so they are in the clear.

Cat goes to meet Rafe at home. Cat mentions meeting EJ at the DiMera Mansion next and says she knows Rafe isn’t happy that Andrew approved the honey trap operation, but he did. Rafe then responds that he’s going to tell his superiors to pull the plug on the whole operation.

Abe tells Paulina that he’s sorry to bother her at work as he knows she’s busy, but she needs to hear this from him and not the records department. Abe then informs Paulina that Lexie’s death certificate has been revoked, which means he and Paulina’s marriage certificate will be too.

Lexie tells Theo that she knows he’s upset but she never blamed Stefano. Theo says he does and asks if this is why they tried to keep him away from DiMera Enterprises. Theo argues that he’s the co-CEO and doesn’t need protection. Theo complains that he idolized Stefano despite all the bad things people said about him and now he can’t believe it as he repeats that he hates Stefano now. Lexie encourages Theo becoming a grown man and that she’s so very proud of him.

Cat questions Rafe pulling the plug on the case and argues that he can’t do that when she’s spent months gaining EJ’s trust. Rafe says that thanks to her, they know what Dr. Rolf was doing in his lab, so it’s mission accomplished. Rafe adds that EJ is now not interested in selling his drug on the black market which means the crisis is averted and it’s time to pack up. Cat reminds Rafe that she’s ISA, so this is not his call to make. Cat adds that they both know what’s really going on here. Cat declares that she’s getting close to another man and Rafe can’t stand it. Cat tells Rafe to just admit that he’s jealous.

Rita worries to EJ that they are talking about a deadly poison and Holly’s doctors will want to know how it got in to the water. EJ says it can be explained that arsenic occurs naturally. Rita jokes that EJ can be a science teacher if this world domination doesn’t work out. EJ guesses Rita doesn’t approve. Rita asks how she could approve of him taking this risk. EJ argues that he couldn’t let Holly die. Rita asks what happens if he gets caught. EJ responds that he has deniability. Rita questions what Holly’s doctors are going to say about the Coriseal in her system. EJ responds that Holly’s an addict, so they’ll just assume she relapsed. Rita calls that cold and thought he cared about her. EJ says he does and it still pains him that she didn’t get the care she needed after her last overdose, but if she requires care in the future, it could be a blessing in disguise.

Brady argues that there’s only so many ways one can ingest Coriseal and if it’s not tied to the arsenic, the only other way would be if she took it deliberately. Sarah talks about Holly denied and denied it. Brady says if she doesn’t want people to know she’s using again, she would deny it. Sarah decides she has to talk to Holly again, so Brady wishes her luck and says he’ll be waiting.

Paulina tells Abe that they both knew this was coming and asks Abe not to act upset about it. Paulina calls it a positive development for Abe as he’s now free to go live his life happily ever after with the love of his life. Paulina asks Abe to just go. Abe says he’s sorry and exits as Paulina breaks down crying.

Holly jokes to Tate that she’s never going to drink water again. Tate calls it a one off random glitch. Sarah comes in and asks to talk to Holly alone, so Tate says he’ll be right outside and exits. Holly asks Sarah what’s wrong and if the treatment isn’t working. Sarah assures that it is and all of her blood work is trending in the right direction, but she needs to talk to her about something. Sarah explains that they got the analysis back on the water and confirms it was contaminated with arsenic which is good because that means she’s on the right treatment, but says it was not contaminated with Coriseal. Holly asks how it got in to her then. Sarah says that’s what she wanted to talk to her about. Holly questions if Sarah thinks she’s lying and that she’s using again and did this to herself.

Tate joins Brady and asks if he knows why Sarah looked so worried. Brady responds that they got the lab results back from the well water and it did contain arsenic, but no Coriseal. Tate argues that makes no sense and questions how else it would’ve gotten in to Holly’s system. Tate insists there is no way that Holly is using and that he would know if she was. Brady assures that as someone who has been there, he wouldn’t know.

Rafe asks if Cat has lost her mind. Cat calls him being a jealous a reasonable assumption because every time she gets close to EJ, he freaks out and threatens to shut down the case. Rafe argues that he doesn’t want her to get hurt and says it’s obvious that Cat is trying to distract him from pulling the plug on her getting in to bed with a womanizing sociopath. Cat argues that she’s not getting in to bed with him. Rafe asks if she’s sure about that. Cat says she is and remarks that Rafe could have a little faith in her. Cat adds that Andrew told her clearly the guidelines for drawing the line. Rafe says the question is, is she going to follow them? Cat assures that she will.

Rita tells EJ that Holly will now be unfairly accused of resuming substance abuse and could be sent to rehab even though she doesn’t need it. EJ says he wouldn’t need to rationalize anything if some idiot wouldn’t have buried the Coriseal near a well. EJ adds that he has a thousand different fires to put out which is why he can’t spend any more time on this one. Rita guesses that’s why he’s been delegating to Johnny and asks if he’s thought about what will happen if Theo smells a rat. EJ says then Theo will once again find himself without his cushy CEO job. Rita thought that was Tony’s call. EJ says she knows better than that. Rita guesses that while putting out a thousand fires, he’ll also be declaring war on his siblings. EJ argues that Kristen declared war on him and he won’t need to go to war with Tony if he stays in his lane and Chad just needs to stay away from Cat. EJ adds that his biggest sibling problem is Lexie’s health. Rita mentions Dr. Rolf telling her that she’s doing poorly. EJ confirms that now Lexie is angry at him for bringing her back and perhaps rightfully so as perhaps it was too soon, but they’ll never know.

Theo asks Lexie if Kristen is right about why Lexie got sick. Lexie responds that it was a long time ago and she forgave Stefano, but confirms it was. Theo states that he can’t ever forgive him. Lexie doesn’t want Theo spending the rest of his life being angry at him as he can’t change the past and it will only poison his future. Theo wishes Abe told him when he was older and that he found out from someone who loved him, like her. Lexie agrees that he deserved the truth then and he deserves the truth now about something else. Lexie tells Theo that getting to know the man he’s become means more to her than he knows and how lucky she’s been to have this second chance. Lexie starts to say she’s not sure but Abe comes home and interrupts them. Abe asks why they look so serious. Theo reveals that he knows that Stefano was responsible for Lexie’s brain tumor and questions why he didn’t hear it from Abe. Abe asks if Lexie told him. Theo informs him that Kristen did. Abe questions what reason Kristen had. Theo says it’s not about her reasons but about why Abe didn’t tell him and let him believe that Stefano was a good man. Abe responds that Stefano was good to Theo and they had a special relationship, so he was afraid that telling him would hurt him terribly. Abe tells Theo that he’s so sorry for keeping it from him. Theo asks what about now and if there are any other secrets he’s keeping from him. Abe thinks back to asking EJ to help him get Theo away from DiMera Enterprises. Theo tells Abe that if there are any more secrets, he needs him to tell him now.

Rita asks EJ how Stefano would react to what he’s done. EJ thinks Stefano would agree that he took the best possible course. Rita questions risking the company name to save a teenage girl who doesn’t share his last name or DNA. Rita decides it’s time for her to go and leaves through the tunnels as Cat arrives at the front door. Cat enters the living room as EJ hopes she’s ready to get to work. Cat says not just yet and informs EJ that she lied to him when she said she didn’t remember anything when Marlena hypnotized her.

Brady asks Tate to think hard about this because if Holly is using again, she’s going to need help and they need to know about it. Brady asks if he saw any warning signs. Tate assures that Holly wouldn’t keep this a secret. Brady insists that she would. Tate says he was with Holly the whole weekend all the time, unless she took pills in the bathroom.

Sarah tells Holly that she’s not accusing her of anything and is just asking. Holly insists that she’s not taking anything and questions why Sarah doesn’t believe her. Sarah says she wants to believe her but doesn’t understand how she could’ve unknowingly ingested Coriseal. Holly cries that she keeps trying to do the right thing but everything she does is wrong and starts to panic that Sarah hates her now and her mom will too. Sarah assures no one hates her and that they just want to help. Holly cries that she doesn’t need help, she needs her to believe her but she doesn’t, so she’s done. Holly then yells at Sarah to get out of her room.

Theo knows Abe thinks he’s protecting him, but calls it disrespectful to withhold information that affects him directly. Theo repeats that if there are any more secrets, he needs to know now. Abe then swears there is nothing else. Lexie promises that’s all.

Cat explains to EJ that she didn’t want to be hypnotized because she was afraid of what she might remember and bringing up the painful memories of the accident. Cat apologizes as she knows how much EJ wanted answers while it took her longer to realize how much she wanted them too, so she went back to Marlena and went through with it. EJ asks if she remembered anything. Cat reveals that she did remember kissing him at the clinic in Italy.

Tate tells Brady that he can’t believe this and finds it hard to believe that Holly is using again when she’s been so open with him about everything. Brady points out that blood tests don’t lie. Tate insists there has to be another explanation for this. Sarah comes over and thanks Tate for giving her a moment alone with Holly. Tate says he’s going to talk to her. Sarah warns him that Holly is really upset. Tate says he’s sure she is as he goes to her room. Brady guesses Holly is denying it. Sarah confirms she is and that she’s so angry at her for implying she might be using again. Sarah argues that she tested positive for the drug and questions what other plausible explanation there is. Brady tells her they will figure it out together.

Tate returns to Holly’s room and says he just talked to Brady. Holly guesses by the way he’s looking at her, that Brady got to him and convinced him that she’s using again.

Lexie asks Abe if he’s okay as he looked like he had the weight of the world on his shoulders when he walked in. Abe responds that he’s okay and just had to tell Paulina that their marriage is invalid. Theo asks how she took it. Abe says she just said she knew it was coming. Lexie knows that doesn’t make it easier for either of them. Theo thanks Lexie for the support and says he has work, so he should get going as he then exits. Lexie comments on Theo having a hard time reading social cues, but she can read Abe like a book even if their son can’t or else he would know that Abe was lying to him.

Tate informs Holly that Brady told him about the water test and that there wasn’t any Coriseal in it. Holly swears on their love that she’s not lying to him, so there must be another explanation because she didn’t take those pills. Holly doesn’t know what she’ll do if he doesn’t believe her. Tate tells her that he believes her. Holly hugs him as she cries.

Brady brings up the medical book being left open on Sarah’s desk, so someone must have known or at least suspected arsenic was making Holly sick. Sarah points out that whoever it was might have saved Holly’s life. Brady questions why they didn’t just tell her and why go through these lengths to hide their identity. Brady questions who would know about the contaminated water and insists that someone is connected to what’s going on with Holly. Sarah adds that Xander discovered that the files on Coriseal are missing from DiMera Pharmaceuticals. Brady declares that there is something that is definitely not right.

Cat tells EJ that she remembers reading Wuthering Heights to him, but a different passage than before. EJ calls that quite a memory. Cat adds that she was holding his hand and he gripped her hand tightly, which was the first time he knew she was there. EJ wishes he could remember. Cat says this part is a little crazy, but at the time she thought if she kissed him, maybe he would wake up, joking that she read Sleeping Beauty too many times. EJ guesses she must have been disappointed. Cat assures that she was, but says their connection is from all those years ago and hasn’t gone away as it’s still there.

Paulina runs in to Theo in the town square. Paulina mentions going to the bakery to check on Chanel. Theo asks how she’s doing. Paulina says as well as could be expected. Theo mentions Abe just telling him about their marriage. Paulina responds that she’s okay and has decided to get more proactive, instead of reactive. Paulina then tells Theo that she needs his help. Paulina noticed Abe wasn’t wearing his wedding ring, so she won’t be wearing her ring either. Paulina then removes the ring and asks Theo to give it to Abe for her as she places it in his hand.

Abe tells Lexie that he hates that he went to EJ and made that deal with him. Lexie understands that he was trying to protect Theo and what he thought her wishes were as he thought she would be opposed to Theo at DiMera. Abe says she wasn’t but he wants her to understand his reasons and he knows she doesn’t like lying. Lexie thinks back to arguing with EJ about losing her life. Lexie then tells Abe that she does hate lying, but sometimes the truth hurts more. Abe agrees and in this case it will. Abe adds that if ever comes out to EJ’s advantage, they both know he’ll tell Theo and it would be worse from Theo to hear it from EJ. Lexie suggests maybe Abe should tell Theo himself then.

Holly thanks Tate for believing her. Tate says that Brady and Sarah tried to convince him that she was using drugs again, but when he saw her, he knew with no doubts. Holly didn’t think she could love Tate any more than she did, but she was wrong.

Sarah tells Brady that she would love nothing more than to find out some other way that Holly could’ve ingested Coriseal, but she doesn’t know where to start or what to look for. Brady assures they will figure it out somehow together. Sarah is grateful for his help and complains that leaving an open book on her desk does not get someone off the hook for nearly killing her niece.

EJ tells Cat that it was brave of her to go back to Marlena and risk reliving painful memories. Cat responds that the memories it brought up, she can’t just ignore. EJ says he hopes not as they kiss. EJ stops and says he is aware that Cat doesn’t want to take this further and he respects that. Cat questions that when patience is not his cup of tea. EJ responds that she is worth waiting for.

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Gwen goes to Tate’s gym where he is working out. Gwen comments that she could’ve used a move like that yesterday as she got in to a bit of a scuffle. Tate questions her getting in a fight. Gwen responds that she used her self defense training outside of the gym and it was with Kristen. Tate recalls Gwen initially saying something about EJ coming after her. Gwen says EJ was there too and tried to break it up, but got a big shiner.

Theo goes to the DiMera Enterprises office where he’s surprised to find Gabi at his desk.

Alex goes home and calls out to Stephanie that he’s back, but she’s not home. Alex pulls out his phone but Stephanie comes in behind him. Alex thought she was working from home. Stephanie says she just needed some air. Alex goes to kiss her but Stephanie pulls away and asks if Joy and Kelsey are okay. Alex says they are fine and he just changed a flat tire. Alex adds that he knows Stephanie is annoyed, but Stephanie remarks that she’s royally pissed off.

Philip goes to the hospital and brings Sarah flowers for Holly. Sarah says she will make sure they get delivered to her. Philip asks how Holly is doing. Sarah says the good news is they think they know what it is but the bad news is that it’s arsenic poisoning. Sarah says they have started treatment and she’s responding well but she’s not out of the woods yet. Philip mentions talking to Maggie and says he thought she was joking about someone leaving the medical book open, but it’s obvious that someone knew about Holly. Sarah says that now they have to figure out who.

Brady goes to the DiMera Mansion and tells Kristen that Rachel’s doctors told the judge that she’s ready to be released from Bayview. Kristen says she just got the e-mail. Brady points out that normally Kristen would be thrilled about that, but she thinks Rachel is in danger from EJ and questions what that’s about. Kristen remarks that everyone is in danger from EJ. Brady says that vague answer won’t cut it. Kristen doesn’t know what to say. Brady tells her to clue him in as to what’s going on because he saw her face yesterday when she found out EJ had visited Rachel. Brady says it freaked her out that EJ was leaving some sort of message, threat, or warning. Brady questions why Kristen didn’t ask EJ about it. Brady asks when Kristen is going to confront EJ about his visit to Bayview because he needs to be apart of that conversation. Kristen responds that it’s not going to happen. Brady argues that they are talking about their daughter’s safety. Kristen complains that they can question EJ all they want but they know they’ll never get a straight answer. Brady remarks that it seems like he’ll never get one from her either.

Tate works out with Gwen and encourages her not to go looking for a fight, but to be able to defend herself when needed. Gwen responds that what Kristen did to her called for a response. Gwen asks if Tate is mad at her because Kristen is his dad’s ex and Rachel’s mom. Tate assures that he’s not and admits he’s never been a fan of Kristen. Tate adds that he’s sure whatever happened between them, Kristen started it. Gwen asks Tate to show her some more moves so she’s ready for when Kristen starts again.

Theo reminds Gabi that he told her to leave him alone. Gabi tells him this is really important, so Theo asks what she wants. Gabi knows she has no right to ask, but she needs a favor.

Stephanie asks Alex if their life now is him constantly dropping everything to go help Joy with some problem that she should be able to figure out on her own. Stephanie argues that Joy is not his responsibility. Alex responds that his daughter is. Stephanie complains that Joy knows to say Kelsey and emergency and then Alex will go running. Alex argues that she was stranded on the side of the road and it’s not like she let the air out of her tire, herself. Stephanie asks if he’s sure about that.

Philip tells Sarah that he was surprised when Maggie told him the well water at the Horton cabin might be contaminated. Sarah says she was too as Julie sent the water test results from the last five years and they were all clean, including from this year, so they are waiting on the results from the sample they just took. Philip brings up that arsenic can occur in nature and asks if there’s any chance Holly just had bad luck. Sarah says it’s possible but she’s afraid Holly may have ingested the contaminated drug manufactured by DiMera Pharmaceuticals and she’s come across two other cases from two years ago that might support her hypothesis, pointing out that’s when EJ was running DiMera. Philip knows EJ is an evil SOB but knowingly putting out tainted meds is a whole other level of evil. Philip swears that if EJ is responsible for what happened to Holly, he will have no problem delivering his just desserts with a side of arsenic. Sarah complains that he sounds like Xander now and strongly advises him not to go looking for revenge. Philip argues that if EJ poisoned a member of his family, he can’t just let it go. Sarah says they are going to let the law handle it. Philip points out that not working well in the past. Sarah questions letting the DiMera-Kiriakis feud go on forever and points out the damage that’s been done to both families. Philip says especially his family as they are on the verge of losing everything because of it. Philip agrees with Sarah that the fighting needs to stop, so Sarah tells him to do something about it to end it. Philip asks if she thinks they’d ever get Xander on board with that.

Theo questions Gabi having the audacity to ask him for another favor, arguing that she’s not capable of being generous and selfless. Gabi knows he’s upset about her plans for her inheritance and she’s sorry about that. Theo feels she’s only sorry that she got busted betraying her boyfriend but he still felt she deserved the inheritance and then she repaid him by giving a chunk of it to his family’s chief rival. Theo thinks that’s despicable. Gabi says she is grateful that he went against his family, but says not to pretend he made some huge sacrifice by awarding her the inheritance as he admitted to selfish reasons like not wanting to see her in court. Gabi declares that it’s her money so she can do whatever she wants with it which Theo says is the real Gabi coming out to play. Gabi responds that she’s not playing when it comes to the family and Theo says he’s not either.

Gwen works out with Tate. Tate asks about her fight with Kristen as he thought they were cool. Gwen responds that they were until she started shagging Xander at the same time that she was. Gwen calls Kristen a backstabbing bitch who broke girl code. Gwen knew going in that Xander only wanted meaningless sex, but Kristen knew she wanted more than an open situationship. Gwen adds that top it all off, Kristen denied it twice when she asked her. Gwen tells Tate to go on and judge her becuase she’s used to it. Tate responds that he’s not judging her at all and feels really sorry that she had to deal with all of that as no one deserves to be treated like that, especially by someone they thought was a friend.

Kristen tells Brady that when you’re a DiMera, revenge is just a way of life. Brady questions if she’s just going to sit back and wait for EJ to make his next move which might be against their little girl. Kristen insists that EJ is not going to hurt Rachel. Brady argues that Kristen is all over the map on this as she went from not wanting Rachel released because she’d be in danger to now saying everything’s fine. Brady adds that he doesn’t know why EJ would come after their daughter in the first place. Brady brings up Rachel said that EJ came to forgive her and asks why he would do that if he was going to hurt her. Kristen asks why EJ does anything. Brady complains that they are going in circles and he’s not doing this anymore. Brady says he’s not going to let anything happen to Rachel. Brady asks Kristen if Rachel is in danger from EJ and if he needs to do something about it. Kristen responds that it’s between her and EJ, so she will handle it. Kristen says she was just venting and acknowledges that EJ loves his niece and only wants what’s best for her. Kristen says it’s just EJ being a jerk and her overreacting, so she just needs them to focus on getting their daughter home. Kristen adds that she will let him know if anything changes as Brady then exits the mansion.

Alex asks Stephanie if they can put a pin in this conversation, but she says they can’t. Stephanie argues that Joy is manipulating him and asks how he’s not seeing it. Alex repeats that it’s not like Joy got a flat tire on purpose and would never put Kelsey in danger. Alex says it’s crazy to even suggest that. Stephanie then asks if he’s saying she’s crazy. Alex shouts that’s not what he’s saying and decides now he needs some air, so he walks out of the apartment.

Brady goes to the hospital and tells Sarah that Rachel’s release is good to go home with him as soon as the judge signs the paperwork. Sarah asks if Kristen is okay with that. Brady says that she doesn’t want Rachel in the DiMera Mansion either. Brady asks about Holly. Sarah says she has begun treatment, so they are hoping for the best. Sarah adds that she is confident it’s arsenic poisoning so that’s how they are proceeding and says that Holly is responding to the meds. Sarah mentions putting a rush on Destiny’s labs and expects to see the same. Brady talks about how crazy it is to be dealing with arsenic poisoning. Sarah asks if he had any luck with the medical book left on her desk, but Brady says he’s afraid that’s a dead end.

Theo tells Gabi that he’s tired of people thinking they can walk over him because he’s the nice DiMera, including her. Theo questions Gabi thinking she can come ask for a favor after the way she treated him. Gabi clarifies that she also came to see Arianna, but she left the building as soon as she saw her. Theo is not surprised and says he would’ve done the same thing if he saw her coming. Gabi says so much for being the nice DiMera. Gabi tells Theo to keep on tearing her down as she’s lost her boyfriend, her daughter, and her good friend. Theo asks whose fault that is. Gabi admits it’s all her fault.

Alex sits in the town square as Bonnie comes by and greets him. Alex says he just needed to clear his head. Bonnie says that Justin told her what EJ is doing with Titan and asks if that’s what is weighing on him. Alex says that’s part of it, but there’s so much more. Alex admits he feels like he’s barely hanging on.

Philip goes to see Stephanie and says he came to check on her. Stephanie claims she’s good but Philip doesn’t believe her and asks what’s wrong. Stephanie cries that it’s everything as Philip comes in and hugs her.

Brady informs Sarah that he and Steve dusted the medical book for prints, but only found her prints. Sarah guesses whoever snuck in was careful. Brady says they definitely wanted to remain hidden. Sarah complains that whoever did this could’ve saved Holly’s life but also could’ve caused Destiny’s death and put Holly in this mess in the first place.

Gabi tells Theo that she admits what she did was wrong, but questions if it’s really so unforgivable. Theo responds that he cared about her and thought she cared about him too, but then she accused him of betraying her and refused to believe him when he told her he hadn’t which is not something he can easily forgive. Theo tells Gabi to just ask what she wants to ask and be on her way. Gabi says she’s sure that he’s heard EJ bought Titan’s debt and is putting the squeeze on them. Theo reveals he actually hadn’t. Gabi tells Theo that the terms of the new loan are ridiculous, so as long as Stefan’s inheritance is distributed quickly, Titan can remain solvent, but if EJ finds out the DiMera money is going to save Titan, he’ll make sure she never sees a dime. Theo responds that he thinks what she’s doing with the money is despicable, but assures that EJ won’t hear about it from him. Gabi thanks him. Theo asks if they are done now because he has to get back to work. Gabi says goodbye and exits.

Tate asks Gwen if she’s going after Xander too. Gwen says absolutely and jokes that’ll be after they complete weapons training. Tate senses that she’s not as angry at Xander as she is at Kristen when he’s the bad guy too. Gwen assures that she’s furious with Xander but he did make it clear that he didn’t want feelings involved and they didn’t talk about being exclusive, but she didn’t think he would go shag the one friend she has. Tate agrees that Xander should’ve told her. Gwen declares that she was a fool for going after Xander when he couldn’t give her what she wanted, so she only has herself to blame.

Bonnie tells Alex that she’s sorry he’s dealing with so much all at once. Bonnie encourages him to think about his daughter. Alex promises to bring her by soon and suggests doing some of his visits with her at the Kiriakis mansion since he can’t have Kelsey around Stephanie. Alex states that between work, his wife, and his daughter, he feels like he’s being pulled in all directions. Bonnie knows Alex wants to make everybody happy, but tells him parent to parent, that’s never going to happen.

Stephanie tells Philip that she and Alex had a fight over something stupid that’s not even worth talking about. Philip reveals that he spoke to Chloe, so he knows Joy doesn’t want Stephanie around Kelsey and why. Stephanie complains that she should’ve known that would get around. Stephanie admits the shooting was her fault, but swears it was not on purpose and that she’s so happy Joy was not hurt. Philip assures that he believes her. Stephanie questions him not thinking she’s crazy too. Philip responds that he doesn’t and asks what she means. Stephanie starts to talk about what Alex said, but says it’s not Philip’s problem. Philip feels it kind of his and says she’s been through Hell the past few months while a lot of what happened is his fault.

Theo talks on the phone with Johnny about an upcoming meeting and says he’s on stand by if he needs him. Theo hangs up as Kristen arrives and asks what he can do for her. Kristen responds that she needs a favor. Theo says that seems to be going around.

Brady asks Sarah who had access to her office. Sarah responds that it was unlocked, so everyone did. Brady points out that would include EJ so he thinks it’s possible that he did it. Sarah asks how to prove it.

Stephanie questions how what’s going on with her could be Philip’s fault. Philip explains that he and Sarah were just talking about the ongoing DiMera-Kiriakis feud and all the people who suffered because of it, which includes Stephanie when she was involved with him. Stephanie stops him and says that she and Alex had a similar conversation this morning. Stephanie says she’s not denying what happened in the past but she doesn’t want to drag it in to the present as she’s focused on taking control of her future. Philip tells her that he’s proud of her and agrees. Philip encourages her to keep looking forward and not to be afraid to ask for help.

Bonnie tells Alex that she knows what it’s like to try to please everybody without losing your own marbles. Alex agrees that he can’t make everyone happy. Bonnie calls it hard but doable, using Justin as an example. Alex calls it crazy how Justin made it look easy for all of his kids. Alex acknowledges that Bonnie made incredible sacrifices to protect her kids and worked really hard to change. Bonnie points out how far Alex has come and how he now has a wife and a daughter. Bonnie encourages that Alex will figure it all out as she believes in him. Alex thanks her and says he appreciates that. Bonnie reminds him that she and Justin are there to help with whatever he needs. Bonnie advises Alex to remember to pause and cherish the happy moments and be grateful for his wife and child. Bonnie says he will find clarity and all his answers. Bonnie admits she’s been reading self help books and thinks it sounds like good advice. Alex agrees and thanks her again as she hugs him. Bonnie says she just wants to see him happy as he’s like a son to her and she’ll be there for him no matter what.

Tate works with Gwen and encourages her to beat up the punching bag instead of herself. Tate praises Gwen as doing great and learning really fast. Tate adds that he needs to get to the hospital, so Gwen thanks him for the lesson and the free therapy. Gwen says to send her best to Holly while Tate says he will see her at their next session.

Kristen asks Theo if it’s a bad time. Theo says it’s fine and asks what favor she needs. Kristen informs him that Rachel is being released from Bayview soon. Theo says that’s great but Kristen is worried about EJ because they despise each other and she thinks he could possibly use Rachel to get to her. Theo asks how. Kristen says she doesn’t know and she may be paranoid, but it’s better safe than sorry. Kristen tells Theo that the favor is simple as she was hoping that if EJ says anything about Rachel, Theo could just let her know. Theo agrees to do so, but can’t believe they are talking about this. Kristen argues that Theo might see EJ as his dry old uncle but he has no idea who EJ really is.

Stephanie tells Philip that Alex told her about he and Gabi’s break up. Stephanie says she’s sorry about what Gabi did to him and Titan. Philip responds that he thought they had a great thing going, but she did something he can’t forgive. Philip brings up EJ having Titan in a vice now. Stephanie says she will help any way she can, even if Titan might need more than good PR. Philip jokes that if they need a press release on the implosion of his family’s empire, she will be the one he calls.

Gabi runs in to Gwen in the town square. Gabi compliments Gwen’s purse from Gabi Chic but then takes a closer look and questions Gwen as to where she got it. Gwen says she got it online. Gabi then reveals it’s a knockoff. Gwen is shocked as she paid a fortune for it and declares she’s been robbed. Gabi says she has too.

Alex goes home to find Philip comforting Stephanie and says he wasn’t expecting him. Philip says he was just leaving and quickly exits. Alex questions Stephanie as to what that was all about. Stephanie responds that Philip just came to check up on her, calling it very thoughtful and kind. Alex guesses she means unlike him, then apologizes. Stephanie repeats that he implied she was crazy while Alex says she knows that’s not what he meant. Alex asks her to forgive him for using that word. Stephanie admits she overreacted and apologizes too. Stephanie then asks Alex to see Joy’s actions from her perspective. Alex responds that he does and understands her concern, but promises his eyes are wide open and if he sees Joy taking advantage of their situation, he will stop it. Stephanie agrees to trust him on that. Alex tells her that he loves her. She says the same as they kiss and hug.

Brady tells Sarah that if she can get him a list of everyone working that night, he can start asking around if anyone saw EJ. Sarah thinks they’d be reluctant to rat out the boss. Sarah then gets the water analysis back. Tate arrives and asks if they know why Holly is so sick. Sarah says no but they hope to have answers soon. Tate asks if he can go see her. Sarah says that Holly’s mom is in with her now but she’s sure they would love to see him. Sarah sends flowers from Philip with Tate to deliver. Brady then asks about the water analysis. Sarah responds that it shows a concentrated amount of arsenic, but no Coriseal.

Theo tells Kristen that he hates that everyone thinks he is so naïve when it comes to their family. Kristen responds that she doesn’t think that, but she thinks he’s forgotten that EJ is his father’s son and that Stefano was far from a saint. Theo assures that he hasn’t forgotten and questions her ripping on Stefano. Kristen states that there’s just things he doesn’t know. Theo complains that Kristen is talking to him like he’s stupid when he knows who his Grandfather was. Theo argues that Stefano wasn’t perfect, but he valued his family and wouldn’t do anything to hurt them. Kristen complains that Stefano kept her from her mother and made her believe she was dead, brainwashed his own son, and even Lexie wasn’t immune. Kristen brings up what Stefano did to Lexie but stops. Theo questions what he did to his mother and demands an answer. Kristen guesses it’s time he knew since he’s likely to find out one day anyway. Kristen then informs Theo that Stefano was the reason that Lexie got a brain tumor, so it was Stefano’s fault that Theo lost his mother.

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Cat goes to Marlena’s office at the hospital and asks if she has a minute so Marlena invites her in. Cat asks about making an appointment and informs her that she’s changed her mind and wants to try a hypnosis session. Marlena says she doesn’t have any appointments for awhile, so they can start right now.

Chanel brings Trey to the town square and says it’s just them today since Johnny went to work before they got up. Theo joins them and asks how they are doing. Chanel says they are about to head to a mommy & me class. Joy then comes by with Kelsey and greets them. Theo jokes that it’s like a Body & Soul reunion. Joy mentions heading to the mommy & me class, so Theo asks if it’s the same one and they are in it together. Chanel decides they are now going to skip it and claims she just remembered a lot of work she has to get done. Joy says that’s too bad and maybe she’ll catch her there next time, but Chanel says not likely.

Alex tells Stephanie about EJ buying the loan from the bank just to put the screws to Titan and question what Xander and Kate were thinking by going after Johnny like that. Stephanie guesses they weren’t thinking but calls it relatively tame for a DiMera revenge plot. Alex knows this endless feud has caused her a lot of hurt. Stephanie says it’s hurt a lot of people but it’s because of this feud that Owen kidnapped her. Alex thought the bad blood between the families would have died with Victor and Stefano but Stephanie points out that it’s alive and well, so now the next generation are hellbent on destroying each other.

EJ sits at home on the phone with Johnny, telling him that their mission was a success and they have begun treatment on Holly. EJ hangs up when Lexie arrives. Lexie warns EJ not to listen to Dr. Rolf’s medical advice so he doesn’t end up like her. EJ says he’s spoken with Dr. Rolf and he’s very sorry about the latest developments in her condition. Lexie doesn’t care as she spent 15 years hovering between life and death, then EJ brought her back without her consent and made her a human guinea pig with an experimental drug. Lexie asks if it was just to watch her suffer through the pain of seeing her body fail all over again and says she wouldn’t wish that on anyone, except maybe EJ.

Theo comments that it seems like things are still tense between Chanel and Joy. Theo knows Chanel has her reasons to not like Joy but says it’s not like she intentionally set out to hurt her. Chanel doesn’t want to get in to what happened with Joy and Johnny, saying the real issue was the cover up and the lying. Chanel states that she and Johnny have moved on. Theo says that’s good, but Joy is living in Salem and has a kid the same age as Trey, so it’s not like she can avoid her forever. Chanel says she can sure as hell try.

Alex apologizes to Stephanie as he realizes all this talk about going to war with EJ might be triggering. Stephanie says it’s okay as she’s his wife and he should be able to talk to her about whatever’s going on at work. Stephanie adds that she’s done feeling like a victim. Alex says he’s proud of her but still feels he shouldn’t be putting it in her face. Stephanie repeats that it’s okay and just hopes his cousins are okay as it’s another thing to throw gasoline on the family feud. Alex assures he’s trying to stop this from spinning out. Alex talks about Titan being his daughter’s legacy too, so he owes it to her to do whatever he can to save the company. Stephanie says she’s his family too. Alex calls her the most important as they kiss. Stephanie then declares she’s going to help him fight to save Titan and she’s already thinking about how to spin the PR as that will be a big part in stopping EJ. Alex then gets a call from Joy, who tells Alex that she needs help.

Marlena asks Cat what changed her mind about having hypnosis. Cat responds that she had a conversation with a friend who told her that she could trust her. Marlena asks who that friend was. Cat then reveals it was Andrew Donovan. Marlena didn’t know she knew Andrew and questions where they met. Cat has a feeling she can figure that out. Marlena asks if Cat is telling her that she’s ISA. Cat then confirms that she is.

Theo comments on Chanel really hating Joy. Chanel says she doesn’t hate her, she just doesn’t want anything to do with her. Theo questions Chanel forgiving Johnny, but not Joy. Chanel argues that it’s not about forgiveness. Chanel declares that with everything going on in her life, she needs positivity and not fake friends as she calls Joy a bucket of drama.

Joy tells Alex that she was on her way to a mommy & me class with Kelsey when she got a flat tire. Alex asks where she is. She responds that she’s in a grassy spot on the side of the highway. Alex if she has a spare tire. Joy confirms that she does but she’s a New York City girl and doesn’t know how to change it. Kelsey starts to cry, so Alex tells Joy not to worry as he’ll be right there, leaving Stephanie annoyed.

Marlena gets a text from Andrew, confirming that Cat is with the ISA and says she understands now why she was hesitant about hypnosis. Cat says she’s sorry she wasn’t able to tell her before. Marlena responds that she understands the rules of the ISA. Marlena then asks if working as her assistant was part of the operation. Cat says that all she can say is that Marlena and her family were never the target of any investigations. Marlena asks if she was still an ISA agent. Cat clarifies that she was an analyst. Cat asks if Marlena is still okay with doing this as she doesn’t want to put her in a position of something dangerous. Marlena responds that it’s not her first rodeo with the ISA or confidentiality. Marlena asks if Cat’s still interested in what happened at the clinic in Italy and her interactions with EJ. Cat confirms that she is and says she remembers a little bit, but it’s mostly a blur. Marlena understands since she was in a major accident. Cat brings up that EJ not remembering much under hypnosis. Marlena points out that EJ was unconscious for most of that time while Cat was awake, so she’s optimistic that they will get some answers. Cat assures that she does not intend on sharing those answers with EJ but says she does need to know for herself what happened between them.

EJ questions Lexie coming to his home to rake him over the coals after everything he’s done for her. Lexie responds that she came to see Dr. Rolf because he’s her only hope as that’s how they both wanted it. EJ asks if she thinks he wanted her to suffer and fail. Lexie thinks he didn’t care and just used the drug on her because he was in a hurry to make a buck. EJ argues that she can’t think he just did this for money. Lexie remarks that’s the reason he does everything. EJ shouts that he did this for family. EJ declares that Stefano built an empire and he must carry his vision forward. EJ screams that every sacrifice he makes, he did for this family. EJ reminds her that Stefano’s dying wish was to bring her back and he made that happen, shouting that he gave Lexie her life back. Lexie responds that he gave her life back just long enough to fall back in love with it, only to lose it and die all over again.

Marlena asks if Cat’s interest in the connection between her and EJ is personal or professional. Cat responds that it’s professional. Marlena guesses she’s investigating EJ then. Cat responds that if she was, she couldn’t tell her what the case was about. Marlena reminds her that she has a personal connection to EJ as he was married to her daughter and is the father of two of her grandchildren but she doesn’t think that will affect her ability to treat her properly. Cat says if she’s okay with it, she is too. Cat guesses EJ told her that he believes their time in Italy at the rehab hospital might have had an effect on the dissolution of his marriage to Sami. Marlena confirms EJ mentioned that. Cat hopes that she doesn’t say anything to upset her if she does remember anything. Marlena says she normally doesn’t tell her personal feelings, but if Cat had anything to do with the breakup of EJ and Sami, then she and Sami both owe her gratitude, which surprises Cat.

Lexie tells EJ that she begged Dr. Rolf to try more things but they both know how it’s going to end. EJ argues that they don’t as everything they’ve done has been groundbreaking and Dr. Rolf is working around the clock to find a cure for these unexpected side effects. Lexie tells EJ not to talk to her like one of his investors, but as his sister. Lexie argues that EJ was so determined to be a hero that he never thought about what it would do to her or the people she loves if his experiment went sideways. Lexie complains that it’s bad enough that Abe and Theo lost her once and now they have to watch as she dies before their eyes a second time and she will never forgive him for that.

Theo tells Chanel that he gets not wanting extra drama in her life, but he wonders if trying to avoid Joy will cause more stress instead of trying to peacefully co-exist. Chanel argues that she’s heard all of Joy’s excuses, but she was supposed to be her friend and trying to help her almost cost her marriage. Theo admits that he hates when someone disappoints him too. Chanel apologizes for getting upset. Theo says he can relate as he was let down recently by someone he cared about too. Chanel guesses he’s talking about the friend who accused him of lying. Theo responds that she’s not the person he thought she was.

Alex tells Stephanie that he’s sorry about this. Stephanie questions Joy not calling roadside assistance and complains that Alex can’t just be her first call for everything. Alex says he knows but he can’t leave her stranded on the side of the road. Alex says he hopes she understands and kisses her as he then exits.

Stephanie finds Chanel with Trey in the park and asks if she’s okay. Chanel says she was just on a walk with Trey and got a little queasy. Stephanie asks if there’s anything she can do. Chanel says nausea is just a normal side effect of chemo. Stephanie offers to take Trey for a walk while she rests for a minute but Chanel snarks back that she’s fine and can take care of her son.

Marlena begins hypnotizing Cat and asks what she sees. Cat tells her that she’s in EJ’s room as his face is covered in bandages but she knows it’s him and she’s reading to him. Cat talked to EJ, saying she knows it’s silly to keep coming in and hoping something would change, but she thought talking to him day after day might awaken something inside him. Cat questioned why she cared so much and pointed out that very few of Clyde Weston’s victims suffered as much as them, so she felt that bonded them for life.

EJ asks Lexie is not grateful for every moment she had in the second chance at life, like seeing Theo all grown up. Lexie responds that she is grateful for the moments and maybe it’s worth the pain she’s facing now, but she wishes she had more time with Abe and Theo as they are everything to her. Lexie cries at the thought of losing them once again as Theo then walks in and asks what’s wrong. Lexie tells him that she just got emotional while thanking EJ for everything he’s done for her. Theo says he’s happy and grateful to have her back. EJ says they all are. Theo goes to thank EJ and notices EJ’s black eye. EJ explains that he got hit while breaking up a fight. Theo says he’s not great at picking up on vibes but he feels like he walked in on something weird. Lexie claims that everything is great.

Stephanie apologizes to Chanel as she didn’t mean to overstep. Chanel apologizes as she’s a little on edge. Stephanie says she understands and that Chanel is probably still upset with her about the babysitting mess with Trey as she felt Alex was trying to pressure her and she overreacted. Stephanie states that she really loves kids but she’s not ready to be a mom herself. Chanel says she gets that and hopes things are okay with her and Alex as she’s sure it hasn’t been easy dealing with Joy and the baby. Stephanie calls it complicated but says she won’t stand here and complain to her. Chanel asks her to do so and says she’d loving nothing more than for her to complain to her.

Alex and Joy go to the Brady Pub with Kelsey. Joy thanks Alex for changing her tire and admits she was impressed. Alex says he’s just glad they are okay. Joy admits standing on the side of the road was terrifying. Alex can’t believe no one stopped to help her. Joy says she wasn’t exactly waving down strangers and hopes she didn’t pull him away from anything important. Alex says not at all.

Stephanie tells Chanel that it doesn’t feel right to dump her problems on her. Chanel says she can still be empathetic and she’d rather have conversations that aren’t about her illness or her chemo. Chanel wishes people would treat her like a normal person living her life. Stephanie says she understands that very well. Stephanie relates to when she got home after being kidnapped and everyone treated her like a fragile doll. Stephanie admits she had PTSD, but like Chanel, the last thing she wanted was people feeling sorry for her. Chanel says maybe they can just try to have some casual conversation then which Stephanie says she’s all for. Chanel then asks Stephanie for the tea on Joy.

Marlena asks if Cat can see the book she’s reading to EJ. Cat responds that it’s Wuthering Heights and remembers EJ squeezing her hand as she read to him. Cat then remembers kissing EJ on the cheek. Marlena then wakes Cat from her hypnosis.

Stephanie asks Chanel how much time she has for tea on Joy. Chanel hopes she’s not being insensitive but Stephanie thinks it would help to vent about Joy, so Chanel tells her to go on. Stephanie starts with a couple days ago when Stephanie called Alex, saying there was an emergency with Kelsey at the hospital but it was a problem with her insurance card and then emergency number two was a flat tire. Chanel can’t believe Joy called Stephanie’s husband over a flat tire. Stephanie mocks Joy and says she’s seen the damsel in distress bit before. Chanel agrees that she has it down and talks about how Joy used to go on to her about being lonely in Salem without friends or family. Chanel adds that when she found out Joy took Johnny to bed, she still tried to act innocent and claimed she only did say anything because she didn’t want to hurt her feelings. Stephanie calls that lame and awful. Chanel calls Joy a real operator. Stephanie says Alex assures she has nothing to worry about but she feels he has his head in the sand when it comes to Joy. Chanel warns Stephanie to watch her back when it comes to Joy.

Alex gets Joy signed up for roadside assistance so she’ll never be stranded again. Joy says she won’t have to bother him again while Alex assures that she can call him anytime about Kelsey. Joy jokes with him and says she knows it’s her second emergency this week but promises it won’t become a regular thing. Alex says he gets it and understands she’s just getting settled in with the move, Kelsey, and all the other life changes. Joy says she’s lived on her own before, but somehow this feels more alone. Alex responds that being a mom now changes everything, but she’s not alone. Joy thanks him and says when it comes to emergencies, she will call Alex for anything Kelsey related and anything else, she’ll call 911 or handle it herself. Alex says that sounds like a plan.

Marlena asks if Cat remembered something else from the clinic. Cat informs her that she was reading to EJ and then she felt him squeezing her hand like he knew she was there which she doesn’t think he had done before. Marlena notes that Cat seemed to have a very strong emotional attachment to that moment and asks if she was excited to realize he knew she was there. Cat responds that she thinks she was. Marlena asks if there’s anything else she remembers, but Cat claims that was it. Marlena calls that a very good start for today. Cat asks if that’s all. Marlena thinks it’s good to go slowly at first and asks if she wants to book another session. Cat assures that she would because that was very enlightening. Marlena says she will get her paperwork from the front desk and get her on the calendar as she then exits. Cat says to herself that it was real.

Lexie asks what Theo came for. Theo says he was going to talk to Tony before he and Anna leave for Europe, to see if he had any parting advice for running the company. EJ informs him that Tony and Anna are upstairs packing. Theo tells Lexie that he’ll see her at home as they hug. Lexie calls Theo his mother’s delight which Theo recalls her calling him when he was little and says he still likes it as he heads upstairs. Lexie tells EJ that every time she’s with Theo, all she can see is the little boy who lost his mother and now he might lose her all over again. EJ tells Lexie that they must not give up hope as the world needs her light and her heart. EJ declares he’s not going to let it happen as he hugs her while looking panicked.

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Steve and Kayla sit together in the town square and watch the fireworks as they kiss.

Xander goes to the hospital and finds Sarah sleeping in a chair next to Holly’s bedside. Xander wakes Sarah up and she asks what he’s doing there.

Brady runs in to Kristen in the town square as the fireworks are going off. Kristen points out that Brady is all alone and asks if his girlfriend decided to watch the fireworks with the father of her child. Brady informs Kristen that he got back from seeing their daughter and Sarah is at the hospital with Holly. Kristen asks how Rachel is. Brady says she’s actually good and that Dr. Gregory was impressed by how she reacted to the news about Sophia. Brady adds that Dr. Gregory plans to go to the board about getting Rachel released by next week, but Kristen tells him that cannot happen.

Gwen joins Leo in his room at the Salem Inn and pours a drink. Leo asks if this is about the news he shared with her earlier about Xander and Kristen as Gwen begins drinking. Leo complains that he’s recovering from a concussion and the fireworks are going to make his head explode which Gwen calls good.

EJ calls Johnny and says he needs to see him right away at the DiMera Mansion. Johnny says he’s not going over there, complaining that EJ dragged him in to this Coriseal mess and he did what he asked, so now he’s done. EJ tells Johnny that he’s afraid this is just the beginning. Johnny tells EJ that he doesn’t want to be involved in any of this anymore, so he’s out. EJ says there are loose ends to tie up and Johnny is still the CEO of DiMera. Johnny reminds him that he’s taking a step back and adds that he can’t leave Chanel because she’s sleeping and he needs to be there in case Trey wakes up. EJ says he will come to him then. Johnny says no but EJ hangs up.

Sarah questions Xander waking her up. Xander says she looked uncomfortable and he remembers how she got a crick in her neck when she was staying in the hospital with Victoria. Sarah thanks him and admits she didn’t realize she even fell asleep as she just wanted to come sit with Holly for awhile after her mom and Tate left. Xander asks how she’s doing. Sarah says her condition is worsening and they still haven’t figured out the problem. Sarah asks if he had any luck with the files on Coriseal. Xander says not yet, but reveals he’s getting help from the inside from Kristen.

Brady doesn’t understand since Kristen has been dying to get Rachel out of Bayview. Kristen says now is not the right time for her to get released. Brady questions what this is about, so Kristen admits it’s about EJ. Steve asks if Kayla has talked to Roman lately since he saw him earlier with Marlena and Kate didn’t seem to be around. Kayla informs him that Roman and Kate are going through a rough patch, so Steve questions what’s going on. Kayla thinks that Kate was a little less than forthcoming about Titan’s lawsuit against DiMera. Steve knows there were suspicions that Johnny was set up. Kayla reveals those were confirmed, so Kate moved out to the Kiriakis Mansion to give them space and time to try to figure things out. Steve hopes they can make it work. Kayla says that what Kate did to Roman’s grandson was pretty awful, but it’s too bad because she really made him happy the last few years. Steve points out that just a few months ago they were really happy while Abe and Paulina were going strong. Kayla agrees that so much has changed. Steve jokes that maybe Mercury is in retro. Steve says he doesn’t believe in that but it’s something people say when the world is going haywire. Kayla tells Steve that she’s so grateful to have him as they kiss.

Leo asks Gwen why his head should explode instead of Xander. Gwen responds that she doesn’t blame Xander. Leo argues that it’s not his fault. Gwen agrees and blames herself for being such an idiot when Xander made it clear what to expect from him which was very little, but she thought that could be enough as she thought they could just have amazing, mind-blowing sex with no feelings involved but she ended up making a fool of herself. Leo says he told her repeatedly while Gwen asks why he had to open his mouth and ruin everything. Leo asks if she wishes he hadn’t told her.

Steve can’t believe Kayla has to work the late shift on the Fourth of July. Kayla blames EJ for the hospital being short staffed. Steve jokes that EJ should be emptying bedpans there. Kayla hopes they can get rid of him. Steve asks if it is going to happen. Kayla says as long as Gwen follows through with her bid on the hospital and declares they can finally be rid of that son of a bitch.

Leo admits to Gwen that he considered not telling her about Xander and Kristen, he thought it would hurt, and that he was breaking a bro code with Xander, but he felt it was his duty to be honest with her. Leo apologizes for bringing her bad news and causing it in the past. Gwen apologizes for blaming the messenger, so Leo thanks her. Leo asks what happens now between her and Xander. Gwen responds that there is no more her and Xander. Leo says that’s probably for the best. Leo asks if she will forgive Kristen. Gwen assures that she won’t since at least Xander didn’t pretend to be something he’s not, while Kristen went behind her back and lied to her face. Leo guesses she’s going to give Kristen a piece of her mind. Gwen responds that she’s going to kill her and storms out of the room.

Brady asks Kristen what EJ has to do with Rachel being released from Bayview. Kristen complains that EJ visited Rachel and brought the stuffed animal because he wanted to send her a message and let her know that he was there because he knows the way to get to her is through her daughter. Kristen adds that EJ is now on the banned list of visitors. Brady asks if she’s telling him that EJ could hurt their daughter or if he should worry about her. Kristen responds that she can handle this. Brady doesn’t believe her. Kristen tells Brady that she’s sorry as she was just being really dramatic, but she and EJ will work this out. Kristen apologizes and says she really has to go as she hurries off.

Sarah questions Xander using his new girlfriend as a mole. Xander clarifies that she’s not his girlfriend. Sarah asks if he can really trust her. Xander assures that Kristen hates EJ and wants to see him burn as much as they do. Xander adds that this is uncomfortable as the last thing he’d ever want to do is hurt Sarah. Sarah says it’s fine as it really is none of her business who he’s sleeping with because they aren’t together anymore. Sarah states that she’s moved on and he’s free to do the same. Sarah adds that she’ll take help from anyone that gets her closer to finding out what’s wrong with Holly. Xander thought this Coriseal business was about Destiny’s death. Sarah says it was and is. Xander brings up that Sarah told him that there was a second patient and questions if Coriseal is related to Holly’s condition. Sarah thinks it’s possible that Holly took some of the contaminated pills.

EJ goes to see Johnny, who tells him to stay quiet and not wake up Chanel and Trey. EJ says he’s sorry for missing Trey’s first birthday party. EJ asks how things went at the hospital and if he gave Sarah their message.

Xander tells Sarah that he can’t believe that Holly’s illness could be connected to whatever happened to Destiny. Sarah admits she’s terrified. Sarah then gets a text with the results of Holly’s latest tests which reveal her liver and kidney function are trending towards failure which indicates some sort of poison is shutting down her system. Xander asks if she can treat it now that she knows that. Sarah says not without knowing what kind of toxin it is and they are still waiting on the test from the water at the Horton Cabin. Xander asks if she thinks the well water was poisoned. Sarah says she doesn’t know, but they are running out of time. Sarah says she has to go and rushes out of the room.

Johnny tells EJ that he took care of it and did what he asked by leaving the message for Sarah. Johnny flashes back to sneaking in to Sarah’s office and leaving a medical book open to the page on Arsenic on her desk. EJ states that he gave Sarah the tools to figure it out without incriminating himself or DiMera. Johnny just hopes she can figure it out in time to save Holly’s life.

Sarah goes to her office and finds the book on her desk, open to the page on Arsenic and declares that’s it.

Steve approaches Brady in the town square, joking that it looks like they’ve both been abandoned on the Fourth of July. Steve asks him what’s going on. Brady responds that Kristen just informed him that EJ may be a threat to her and Rachel. Steve thinks Kristen could just be being paranoid. Brady says ever since Rachel’s been in Bayview, Kristen’s been desperate to get her out and now they got news she might get released while Kristen is panicked about her coming home. Brady says that’s why he doesn’t think it’s the usual paranoia. Brady declares that if there is a legitimate threat to their daughter, Kristen better tell him about it.

Johnny tells EJ that he left the hospital as he instructed to avoid the security cameras and wore gloves so his fingerprints wouldn’t be on anything. EJ calls that excellent as there’s no way the book can be traced back to them. Johnny questions that being what he’s worried about when Holly could die because of the way DiMera disposed of those contaminated pills. EJ argues that he never would’ve approved of disposing them on Smith Island, but what’s done is done and all they can do now is try to save Holly’s life. Johnny doesn’t understand why EJ couldn’t have placed the book on Sarah’s desk and why he had to lie to his family and leave his son’s first birthday party early, then sneak in to an office when EJ owns the hospital. EJ explains that he couldn’t because he spent the evening on Smith Island, making sure the pills were dug up to avoid further contamination. Johnny hopes this is the end of it, but EJ reveals there is one more thing he needs him to do.

Xander sits at Holly’s side and talks about Victoria missing her. Xander urges Holly to keep working hard to get better so she can come home to all of them. Kayla comes in and says she was looking for Sarah to go over Holly’s latest test results. Xander informs her that she saw the results and stepped out for a break. Sarah then returns to the room and announces that she thinks she knows what it is. Xander asks if it’s treatable. Sarah responds that if it is what she thinks it is, they can beat this.

Leo remains dizzy as he gets dressed in his room and declares that Gwen is tough, but he has to put a stop to this before she runs face first in to a buzzsaw as he leaves his room.

Kristen goes to the DiMera Mansion where Gwen is waiting for her. Kristen tells Gwen that she’s relieved to see a friendly face but Gwen asks if her face looks friendly. Kristen asks what’s going on. Gwen tells Kristen that she has a much bigger problem to deal with and calls her a bitch. Kristen asks what she is missing. Gwen responds that for once, EJ was telling the truth about Kristen and Xander having an affair. Kristen says she wouldn’t call it an affair, so Gwen asks what she would call it. Kristen calls it hot, meaningless sex and says she’s sure Gwen wouldn’t judge her for that, pointing out that it’s exactly what Xander and Gwen were having. Gwen calls her a two faced cow and argues that Kristen knew her relationship with Xander meant more to her than that and lied to her face. Kristen says she didn’t know it was so serious. Kristen then says they can hash this out over martinis because she do not has time for this. Gwen grabs her and says that’s too bad.

Xander finds Brady at the hospital and tells him that Sarah and Kayla are in with Holly. Brady asks how Holly is doing. Xander says she’s not good but that Sarah thinks she’s figured out what’s wrong and it’s arsenic poisoning. Brady questions how she figured it out. Xander says there was a medical book left open to the page on her desk. Brady questions it just being left for her to see. Xander says it seems that way but the question is why they would want to remain anonymous. Brady suggests maybe it’s the person connected to why Holly is sick in the first place. Xander mentions Sarah believing it as tainted Coriseal. Brady notes that’s the drug in the missing DiMera files. Xander declares it has to be EJ.

Johnny tells EJ that when he took this job, Chanel warned him that it would be a slippery slope and he really tried to do things the right way, but he got set up with the lawsuit and now he’s leaving his sick, pregnant wife to sneak around, make fake phone calls, and break into an office. Johnny says he doesn’t want to lie to Chanel anymore. EJ says he understands, but he’s doing this for her and their growing family so she never needs to know. Johnny asks what more EJ needs from him. EJ responds that he needs him to ensure that Theo never finds out either. Johnny argues that Theo is his co-CEO and they are equal partners. EJ states that only Johnny understands what needs to be done to protect their family.

Sarah can’t believe she didn’t think to test for arsenic or recognize the symptoms. Kayla argues that it’s so uncommon and there might no longer be a detectable amount in Holly’s system. Sarah says they have to begin treatment. Kayla talks about having to wait on a 24 hour analysis but Sarah worries that she might not have that kind of time. Kayla asks if she’s suggesting they start therapy without a definitive diagnosis. Sarah says she knows why not to but she’d rather deal with the side effects because if they don’t do something soon, Holly is not going to make it and they’re going to lose her. Kayla questions how arsenic could’ve gotten in Holly’s system anyway. Sarah points out that she tested positive for Coriseal. Kayla wonders if Destiny died of arsenic poisoning too. Sarah calls it awfully coincidentaly and that maybe the pills were contaminated. Kayla asks if Holly took the pills willingly. Sarah says she can’t rule it out, so she’s either dealing with Holly took the pills or it came from the water. Kayla decides to go contact the lab to have them test for arsenic and Coriseal. Sarah promises Holly that they are going to figure this out and get her feeling better.

EJ tells Johnny that there are parts of the job that they both know Theo is not equipped for. Johnny asks if he means because Theo is not okay with lying. EJ says Theo sees the world a certain way and sometimes the lines are blurrier than that which is why he never wanted him to make Theo co-CEO. Johnny argues that he and Theo both want to change DiMera for the better and make it something their kids can be proud of. EJ commends their vision but says the company has a past that the CEO must reckon with whether he likes it or not and if the truth about Coriseal gets out to anyone including Theo, there won’t be a company left to run. Trey wakes up crying, so Johnny tells EJ he needs to go. EJ thanks Johnny and says to send his love to Chanel and Trey as he exits.

Xander repeats that it had to be EJ, but Brady questions why EJ would leave the book open, arguing that he would never risk his neck for his ex-stepdaughter. Xander calls that a valid point. Brady wonders if it could be someone from DiMera Pharmaceuticals that was afraid to come forward, but Xander says they wouldn’t know about Holly. Brady says it has to be someone connected to DiMera and Holly which Xander says brings them back to EJ.

Gwen questions if Kristen is loyal to anyone but herself. Kristen warns that she does not want to do this. Gwen can’t believe she apologized for accusing her of sleeping with Xander and she confided in her about being cheated on, yet Kristen still decided to find the one guy in Salem. Kristen doesn’t know what to say. Leo arrives and listens in from outside the living room. Kristen argues that it meant nothing to her and even less to Xander. Gwen complains of all the betrayals she’s been through and declares she’s tired of it and done with allowing people to get off free for the pain they cause her. Kristen asks if she’s done with this pity party. Kristen argues that if she really cared about Xander, maybe she would’ve worked harder to satisfy him. Gwen then grabs Kristen and pulls some of her hair out as Leo runs in to separate them. EJ comes in and holds Kristen back as Leo holds Gwen back as they scream at each other.

Brady tells Xander that Kayla will take Steve to Sarah’s office to dust for fingerprints and then they will look at the security footage. Xander comments on Brady acting like a real private investigator and guesses he made a good decision in walking away from Titan and Basic Black when he did. Brady asks if things aren’t going so well. Xander informs him that EJ used a shell company to buy their loan and made the terms impossible to pay back, so they could lose everything. Brady asks Xander to tell him what he can do. Xander says right now his primary concern is getting Holly well, but if they could take EJ down in the process, even better. Brady agrees and declares he’s on board with whatever it takes.

Sarah wakes Holly up to give her medication and says that her mom is okay with starting her therapy to clear out her system. Sarah apologizes for not figuring this out sooner.

Kayla brings Steve to Sarah’s office. Steve notes there’s no sign of forced entry while Kayla mentions that Sarah left the door open. Kayla shows Steve how Kayla found the book opened to the page on arsenic poisoning. Steve says whoever left it seemingly knew what’s going on with Holly. Kayla is grateful for the break but questions who would do something like this. Steve tells Kayla to focus on saving Holly while he and Brady focus on who left the book and why.

Johnny watches over Trey and talks about all he ever wanted was to be someone that he, Chanel, and the baby could be proud of. Johnny doesn’t know what’s coming but promises he will never become his father’s son.

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Jada comes home from work to find Shawn getting dressed. Jada asks if he’s going out. Shawn responds that he is, with her which makes her smile.

Marlena greets Belle at home as they wish each other a happy 4th of July. Marlena guesses Belle isn’t just going out for the fireworks. Belle confirms that Chad is taking her out to dinner at the Bistro. Belle hopes it’s fun for Chad since he’s been a little sad about the kids spending the summer with Jack and Jennifer in Boston. Marlena thinks it’ll be just what the doctor ordered.

Chad finds Lexie in the town square. They talk about Tom and Alice watching over their town square. Chad tells Lexie how wonderful it is to have her back in their lives as she was truly the best of them. Lexie says that’s what they say about him. Chad asks where everybody is as he assumes they are there for the fireworks. Lexie says that Abe and Theo went to get dinner, but while it’s just them, there’s something she wants to talk to him about.

Abe and Theo walk through the park. Theo questions if Abe and Lexie are sticking around the town square for the fireworks which Abe confirms. Theo admits he was hoping they’d do their own thing elsewhere because Johnny and Chanel are having a birthday gathering for Trey and of course Paulina was invited. Abe then points out that he was not invited.

Johnny sits at home wrapping a birthday present for Trey when he gets a call from EJ. Johnny questions EJ saying he can’t make it to Trey’s first birthday. EJ then confirms to Johnny that Holly has arsenic poisoning.

Chad asks Lexie what’s going on and if everything is okay. Lexie claims everything is fine and she just wanted to thank him for being there for Theo in her absence. Chad says there’s no need to thank him and says he’s really proud of the man Theo has become. Lexie is glad they are close and asks Chad to stay close and keep looking after him. Chad says of course, but questions where this is coming from and if something’s wrong.

Theo tells Abe that it’s not that he wasn’t invited and he knows he loves Johnny and Chanel, but it’d be hard for Paulina and Lexie who are both going through a lot right now. Abe wishes he handled the situation differently. Theo knows how hard it was for Abe to abide by Lexie’s wishes to not contact Paulina. Abe states that he and Paulina had something very special, so he can’t just turn off his feelings for her. Theo says he loves Paulina too, but he knows it’s harder for Abe since he can only have one wife.

Belle asks Marlena about her visit with Rachel. Marlena says it was good but she was surprised to learn that EJ came to visit her and told her that he forgave her for shooting him. Marlena says that’s good for Rachel’s recovery, but they know EJ doesn’t do anything without an ulterior motive.

Johnny tells EJ that he has to tell them. Chanel comes in behind Johnny as Johnny tells EJ that he can’t do that as it will be a little hard to get away tonight, so he asks why EJ can’t do it. Johnny then hangs up as he sees Chanel, who asks him what’s going on.

Belle tells Marlena that she knows EJ’s motives are always suspect but Rachel is his niece, so it’s possible that he just wanted to show he cares after almost losing his son. Marlena supposes that’s possible. Belle says she has to get going to the Bistro. Marlena says she will walk her out as she’s going to stop by Trey’s birthday party and then she will pop in to see a dear old friend.

Jada asks Shawn if they are not just going to sit on the couch with ice cream and watch the fireworks on TV. Shawn asks why they would do that when they could watch the fireworks in person on an actual date. Jada says she will go change and freshen up then. Jada comments on it being backwards to be living together and now going on a date. Shawn feels it’s about time. Jada asks if it’s not weird. Shawn says he’s been looking forward to wining and dining her. Shawn also wants to thank her for everything she’s done for him in his recovery. Jada says he doesn’t have to thank her as it was all her pleasure as they kiss.

Johnny claims to Chanel it was just business stuff and nothing important. Chanel points out that he was talking to EJ and thought he wasn’t involved in his business anymore. Johnny says that EJ just likes to keep his hand in everything. Chanel says she can tell when Johnny is dancing around something and asks if there is a problem. Johnny claims there was just a situation that they disagreed on how to handle, but it’s taken care of now so he can give his full attention to Chanel and Trey.

Lexie tells Chad that nothing is wrong but she told Theo that she’s proud of him for taking the lead at DiMera, but she wants him to keep listening to his better angels while in that job. Chad promises she has nothing to worry about as Theo will always do the right thing. Chad says he has to go and will see them later as they hug and wish each other a happy 4th. Chad heads to the Bistro while Lexie sits down at a table looking frustrated as Lani enters the town square.

Shawn and Jada go to the Bistro for dinner. Chad and Belle then arrive as well. Shawn waves to them. Belle comments to Chad that Shawn is on a date with his caregiver. Chad asks if that makes her uncomfortable but Belle says it’s fine. Jada asks Shawn if he’s uncomfortable but Shawn says they have both moved on and he’s glad that if Belle is going to date a DiMera, it’s Chad instead of EJ. Shawn says he’s happy for them and thinks they are for them too. Jada guesses they are about to find out as Belle and Chad approach their table.

Marlena goes to the Brady Pub and wishes Roman a Happy Fourth of July. Marlena invites Roman to join her at a table which he accepts. Marlena tells him that she was on her way to their great grandson’s birthday party so she decided to stop and check in on him. Roman says he’s planning to head there too so he will see her there. Marlena asks Roman how he is on Independence Day. Roman responds that he’s independent for sure because Kate moved out.

Chanel questions Johnny saying that he and EJ had a little disagreement and calls it vague. Johnny says it’s just work stuff and what’s important to him is her and asks how she’s feeling. Chanel says she’s good and feels her energy coming back. Chanel says she’s really excited about the 4th and their son’s first birthday so it will be an amazing day. Chanel decides they should get Trey ready and reminds Johnny not to forget the birthday candle.

Lani approaches Lexie and greets her, asking if she’s okay. Lexie says she is and it’s just been a long day. Lexie brings up the emotional toll of being back. Lani asks what she means. Lexie explains that when she left, her son was so young and now he’s all grown up, but she reacts to him as if he was still a child and wanting to protect him from pain and sorrow. Lexie says she’s so proud of the man Theo has become, but she’s always a mom. Lani assures that she gets it. Lexie asks where her babies are. Lani says they are with Julie at the Book Club. Lexie asks Lani not to say anything to Abe about her moment before because of how he worries. Abe and Theo then arrive to join them. Lani says she’d love to stay and hang out but she has to pick up the twins, so she will see them later. Abe apologizes for the line taking forever. Abe notes that the town square looks pretty crowded, so he suggests moving to a more secluded spot to eat and watch the fireworks. Lexie disagrees and says being next to Tom and Alice’s plaque is so comforting, so she thinks it’s the perfect spot.

Belle takes Shawn’s picture and says their daughter Claire will be happy to see him out and about. Shawn suggests she take one of herself to send as well because she looks beautiful tonight. Chad agrees and says he will take a picture. Belle tells them to have a good night as they walk away. Jada comments to Shawn that she’s sure Claire has been worried about him since the shooting. Shawn confirms that she was until he told her that he had Jada taking care of him. Belle and Chad sit together at their table. Belle talks about missing Claire. Chad asks if Marlena is still okay with them poking around the chess board mystery. Belle admits that she was relieved when she said Paul was going to help out, so she may not have told her that they are still poking around. Belle adds that it’s not high priority for Paul but Chad says there are potentially high stakes when Stefano’s involved.

Marlena tells Roman that she’s sorry to hear about him and Kate. Roman says he is too but he kind of forced her hand by giving Arianna the room that Kate was staying in when she was no longer welcome in their bed. Marlena mentions Will telling her that Arianna had moved out of Gabi’s. Roman says that kind of brought matters to a head and he told Kate no to moving back in to their room and that she was on her own. Marlena asks if there are no other rooms available. Roman confirms there are not now that Joy and her daughter are staying. Marlena asks if Kate went to the Salem Inn. Roman says that’s where he thought she would go, but she’s back at the Kiriakis Mansion.

Lexie asks why Abe and Theo are looking at her like that. Lexie then turns around and sees Johnny, Chanel, and Paulina setting up for Trey’s birthday. Lexie says now she gets why they wanted to move to somewhere else. Theo asks if she minds if he joins them. Lexie tells him to go ahead. Abe asks if Lexie still wants to stay there. Lexie assures that she believes the town square is big enough for everyone. Theo joins Johnny, Chanel, and Paulina to celebrate Trey’s birthday. Johnny looks for Trey’s cup while Theo and Chanel go to get the cake. Paulina sits down and looks over at Abe and Lexie. Abe sits with Lexie and asks if she’s sure she’s not uncomfortable. Lexie promises she’s fine and suggests eating their food before it gets cold. Abe looks over as Chanel and Theo bring out the birthday cake. Lani joins them for Trey’s birthday. Paulina points out that it’s also Lani and Eli’s six year wedding anniversary, so they all congratulate her. Lani wishes Eli was there to celebrate with them. Chanel is sure he will make it up to her. Chanel decides Trey needs a diaper change, so Paulina goes with her. Theo then goes to check on Abe and Lexie. Lani tells Johnny that the evening turned out pretty good. Johnny agrees and says he hates to do this but he has to check his phone. Lani asks if everything is okay. Johnny says he’s sorry but he has to take a call with a business associate. Johnny asks Lani to let Chanel and Paulina know as he steps away for the call.

Shawn asks if Jada wants to order dessert before the fireworks. Jada suggests taking the dessert and fireworks somewhere more private, so Shawn calls for the check. Chad tells Belle that he doesn’t want anyone to get hurt over Stefano’s mystery either. Belle talks about not even knowing what they are looking for. Chad thinks they need to establish ground rules. Chad suggests making a pact that if they ever start to feel uncomfortable, they drop it no arguments which they agree to. Chad then reveals he bought them tickets for the Salem String Quartet performing the music of Verdi in the town square and says maybe they’ll get a little inspired.

Marlena tells Roman that it makes sense that Kate would go to Victor’s since her son lives there. Roman says framing Johnny like she did feels like a Kiriakis plot and now her living there feels like they are circling the wagon. Marlena agrees the optics are not good but suggests Philip was just trying to help his mother in her hour of need. Roman brings up Kate swearing and insisting that his family was her family but clearly not. Roman asks what Kate would do if someone screwed over her kids like she did to Johnny. Marlena points out it’s exactly what Sami did to Kate and Austin a few times. Roman knows Kate doesn’t always walk the straight and narrow but to do what she did to her grandson, he doesn’t know how to live with that. Roman adds that he also doesn’t know how not to as he doesn’t know how to live without Kate.

Theo rejoins Abe and Lexie, telling them that the birthday was all good fun but too bad Trey won’t remember any of it. Lexie says at that age it’s more for the parents and talks about vividly remembering Theo’s first birthday party. Abe reminisces about that as well. Lexie says what she remembers most at that age is how Theo looked at her when she held him. Lexie gets emotional and asks to hold him now so Theo hugs her. Chanel and Paulina return with Trey to Lani, who tells them about Johnny having to go return a phone call with a business associate. Paulina questions Johnny working on a holiday and during his son’s birthday party. Chanel assures that it’s okay and that Johnny is catching up from being behind. Chanel decides it’s past Trey’s bedtime so she should get him home. Chanel tells Lani and Paulina to enjoy the fireworks as she exits with Trey. Lani hugs Paulina and tells her that she loves her.

Johnny sneaks in to Sarah’s office at the hospital and puts on a glove.

Shawn and Jada go home. Shawn asks if she’s sure she doesn’t want to watch the fireworks. Jada thinks they can set a few off of their own as they kiss onto the bed while the fireworks go off outside the window.

Marlena hopes Roman and Kate find their way back together but encourages him not to rush or force it. Roman thanks her and says that was helpful. Roman says enough about him and wants to know what’s going on with her. Roman suggests they walk and talk through the town square, watch some fireworks, and wish their great grandson a happy birthday. Marlena says she’d like that so they exit the Pub together.

Abe and Lexie watch the fireworks together in the town square as they wish each other a Happy Fourth of July. Chad and Belle watch the fireworks in the town square as they hold hands and kiss. Theo stands with Paulina and Lani, watching the fireworks. Lani invites Paulina to come get the twins with her but Paulina decides to go home, so they say goodnight. Marlena and Roman walk in to the town square, watching the fireworks. They talk about Johnny sending them a video of Trey this morning. They come across Paulina, who informs them that Trey’s birthday party is already over. Paulina jokes that Trey won’t remember it anyway. Roman says they will celebrate another time. Paulina says she’s heading home, but Marlena invites her to stay and enjoy the end of the fireworks with her and Roman which she accepts.

Johnny returns home to Chanel and joins her on the couch. Chanel tells him that Trey went to sleep while Johnny apologizes for having to leave the party early. Chanel asks if everything is okay at work. Johnny says it should be fine now and decides no more talk about work or talk at all as they kiss.

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Holly wakes up in the hospital with Tate at her side. Tate tells her that Sarah let him stay the night. Tate then gets a text that Holly’s mom Nicole just landed at the airport and will be coming straight there. Holly feels bad that she rushed all that way just for her. Tate says that’s what moms do and she probably couldn’t have stopped her anyway. Tate asks how she’s feeling. Holly responds that she is much better which Tate likes to hear.

Brady brings Sarah coffee at the hospital and asks how Holly is. Sarah responds that her vitals are stabilized but her overall condition is not improving. Brady hopes the water sample result will give them some answers. Stephanie arrives and greets Kayla, wishing her a happy fourth of July. Stephanie brought flowers for Holly and asks if she’s doing any better. Kayla says unfortunately not, but they are hoping to get a diagnosis to find out what is making her so sick. Stephanie is sure she’s so worried. Kayla notes that she’s surprised to see her as she thought she and Alex would be at the parade. Stephanie responds that it was the plan, but it turns out that Alex went with his daughter, so that means no parade for her.

Alex and Joy bring Kelsey to the Brady Pub, talking about how much Kelsey loved the parade. Joy mentions that Roman said he has rocket pops and invites Alex to join them upstairs for Kelsey’s first brain freeze. Alex says he’d love to, but he has to go to work for an emergency meeting that his cousins don’t think can wait until after the holiday.

At Titan, Philip tells Xander that he doesn’t get the tripled payment rate. Xander assures they are going to fight it. Philip questions why they’d force them to anyways, knowing the terms are impossible. Xander says they’d only do it if they’d want them to fail. Philip remarks that it’s almost like it’s personal. EJ then arrives and declares he’s damn right it is.

Tate wishes Holly a happy Fourth of July and it’s also their one year anniversary. Holly remembers Tate kissing her as the fireworks started and guesses there’s not much chance of this today. Tate says they can stream them on the TV. Holly asks about Tate’s session with Stephanie today. Tate says it’s not until later and he’s sure she’d understand if he cancelled to be with her. Holly encourages him to still go and says she’ll just be going back to sleep, joking that she’ll need to be well rested for their TV fireworks show. Tate agrees to go, but promises to be back as soon as he can. Tate wishes her a happy anniversary and then exits.

Sarah talks to Brady about the possible diagnosis that align with Holly’s symptoms but they keep striking out. Sarah says she’s trying to stay positive for Holly and the family as he hugs her. Stephanie complains to Kayla that this is their new normal that Alex will make plans without her and go running any time his baby mama calls. Kayla guesses she’s referring to Joy’s insurance problem. Stephanie remarks that she still doesn’t know why Joy made it sound like something was wrong with Kelsey and scared the life out of Alex when it was her problem that had nothing to do with Kelsey. Kayla agrees that she should’ve been more clear on that but points out that Joy has a baby with Alex, so any of her problems will be his as well. Stephanie says she gets that and that’s what keeps her up at night.

Joy tells Alex that she doesn’t get how much of a work emergency it could be on the holiday but Alex points out that it’s a regular day for the rest of the world and Titan is a global company. Joy says she gets that and that’s the duty of a Kiriakis to take care of the family company, joking that it might even be Kelsey’s one day. Alex assures that she’ll be a natural like him. Joy tells Alex that she heard Kelsey trying to say “dada” earlier, so Alex tries to get her to say it and says he’s looking forward to it. Joy says she feels very lucky to be Kelsey’s mom and to have Alex as her dad.

Xander questions EJ being behind on ARO Wealth Management. EJ thought it was painfully obvious and explains that ARO is ORA backwards. Philip realizes that’s for One Rainy Afternoon, the title of Bonnie’s novel. EJ mocks that they call Philip the dumb one and calls Xander a miserable human being. EJ brings up his child being screwed over and says Xander is the scum that set Johnny up to nearly being a public disgrace and asks if he really thought he’d let him get away with it.

Tate comes out from Holly’s room and tells Brady, Kayla, and Stephanie that Holly said she’s feeling better but she wanted to rest, so he agreed to head to the gym. Tate asks if Stephanie is still up for their training session, which she assures she is, so Tate says he’s going home to change and will meet her there as he exits. Stephanie goes to bring her flowers to Holly. Kayla tells Brady that she’s glad their kids are getting a chance to spend time together. Brady says that Tate needs the clients so he’s grateful. Kayla thinks after everything with Owen, Stephanie could use anything to help her regain her confidence, so she’s all in.

Sarah goes to check on Holly as Stephanie arrives with her flowers. Stephanie says she wanted to discuss something with Holly, so Sarah says she will check on her in a little bit and exits. Holly guesses it’s about her internship. Stephanie confirms it is and apologizes for not reaching out sooner as she had a lot to deal with lately.

Alex says he had a lot of fun with Kelsey at the parade, but he should get to his meeting. Joy asks if Alex is going to see the fireworks tonight because she’s definitely bringing Kelsey, so she’s wondering if he’d like to join them. Alex thanks her but says he promised Stephanie that he would go with her. Alex says he’s sure they will have a blast and that Kelsey will love it. Alex says he’ll see them soon as he exits the Pub.

EJ says now that he knows Titan were the bastards trying to take down Johnny all along, he will do everything in his power to tear down their empire piece by piece. Philip argues that he knows their families have always been going at it but there’s no reason to turn this in to an all out war. EJ says he should’ve told Xander that before he decided to fan the flames. Xander argues that he did what he did to save his company and that EJ would do the same thing which Philip says is true. Philip adds that every time they get in to this revenge cycle, it only ends up weakening both sides. Philip suggests they cut their losses and call a truce. EJ says that would assume they are still in the game when they clearly are not. EJ calls it inevitable and the fall of the Kiriakis pride as he says cheers to another glorious DiMera victory.

Stephanie tells Holly that she’s sorry she hasn’t had much work for her lately. Holly says it’s okay as she enjoyed working on her Anastasia Sands books, but figured when she stopped writing, there wouldn’t be much for her to do. Stephanie admits she lost the muse after everything with Owen which Holly says she gets. Stephanie wondered if Holly had any interest in working on the PR side since she is getting that business up and running again slowly. Holly agrees to try and do anything she needs. Stephanie says that’s perfect, but first she needs to focus on getting better and she doesn’t just mean getting out of the hospital since she knows certain things can leave more than just physical scars and they owe it to themselves to heal from those too.

Kayla asks Brady if he and Sarah had any luck linking EJ to the Coriseal deaths, mentioning that Steve brought her up to speed. Brady says they don’t have any definitive proof yet but they are looking. Kayla responds that she wouldn’t put it past EJ to be involved as she wouldn’t put anything past him. Brady hopes the fallout from Lexie being back will lead to EJ being ousted from the hospital.

EJ tells Xander and Philip that he will leave them to figure out their next career move and jokes that they could be flipping burgers. Alex then arrives and says he thought they were having that emergency meeting, so he questions what EJ is doing there. Philip and Xander explain that EJ was behind their loan buyout and used a shell corporation to make the terms almost impossible to pay off. Alex questions if EJ would then become owner of the company. EJ confirms that’s the idea and comments on how it’s such a shame that the Titan-DiMera merger fell apart and now he will make Titan a corporate footnote. EJ declares that the Titan name will be scrubbed from relevance.

Joy sits with Kelsey at the Pub as Kayla arrives and asks if she’s seen Roman. Joy says she hasn’t, so Kayla decides it’s a good time for them to talk. Kayla knows they don’t know each other well, though she did feel a connection during her tenure on Body and Soul. Kayla adds that now they have a much more important connection since Kelsey is her new step granddaughter. Joy asks if this is about Stephanie. Kayla understands her concerns since having an unsecured firearm in the apartment was not safe for anyone, but Stephanie has now gotten rid of the gun so she has no reason to feel Kelsey is in any danger with Stephanie. Kayla argues that Joy asking Alex to choose between his child or his wife is unfair.

Holly tells Stephanie that she keeps telling herself that she should just get over what Sophia did to her but she can’t move past it. Stephanie relates to what she went through with Owen. Holly says the other day, she convinced herself that Sophia came back from the dead to stalk her. Stephanie relates, saying she did something incredibly stupid because she thought Owen was breaking in to her apartment. Holly asks if she wants to talk about it. Stephanie says she doesn’t and that she should get going. Stephanie tells Holly that she’s always there to listen if she wants to talk. Holly thanks her and says she really appreciates that. Stephanie tells her to feel better as she exits the room.

Brady and Sarah wish they could get the sample results faster. Sarah is praying that there’s Coriseal in the water, otherwise Holly took it herself. Brady talks about getting addiction and Holly having a lot of triggers lately. Sarah knows that Holly’s been through enough to make her relapse.

Philip complains that they should’ve known from the start that EJ was behind this. Alex questions how they fight this. Xander suggests using the money from Gabi’s inheritance. Philip points out it won’t be enough to cover the entire loan while Alex feels it won’t cover any of the loan if EJ is involved. Alex points out that if EJ finds out they are using his family money to fight the takeover, he will do everything in his power to stop Gabi from getting it. Xander declares that’s why they have to make sure EJ never finds out.

EJ returns home to the DiMera Mansion and meets his worker George, who informs EJ that he did as he asked and got a sample of the water from the Horton Cabin on Smith Island and confirmed that it contained both Coriseal and arsenic. EJ concludes that means Holly was poisoned by a product of DiMera Enterprises.

Joy asks Kayla if Stephanie asked her to come fight her battles for her. Kayla says she didn’t and this isn’t a battle, but a child’s life. Joy argues that it’s her child and talks about not telling Alex when she got pregnant and bowing out of Alex’s life to give he and Stephanie a chance. Joy declares that she was happy to raise Kelsey on her own until realizing that Alex might want a chance to get to know his kid, so she will not be made out to be the villain. Kayla questions if she’s implying Stephanie is the villain.

Stephanie joins Tate at the gym for self defense class. She thanks him for doing this on a holiday. Tate says he didn’t have any plans until later anyway when he and Holly plan to watch the fireworks on TV from her hospital room while Stephanie mentions she and Alex plan to watch the fireworks live. Stephanie calls it a special night for them and flashes back to Alex first telling her that he loves her, then calls it a certain anniversary for them. Tate says it is for he and Holly as well. Tate asks if Stephanie went to the parade earlier as he and Holly were going to but obviously weren’t able to. Stephanie says she had to miss it too but notes that Alex went with his daughter and her mom, then remarks that she’s sure they had a great time, just the three of them.

Philip states that keeping the truth from EJ shouldn’t be hard and he doubts Gabi would say anything to him. Xander worries that EJ might wonder where their sudden influx of cash came from and start poking around. Xander suggests taking a page out of EJ’s book and use a shell corporation. Alex thinks they need to call Maggie to let her know what’s going on. Xander calls that a bad idea. Alex thinks Maggie needs to be looped in but Philip agrees with Xander and says that Maggie has enough on her plate right now. Xander declares that with any luck, Gabi’s money will be able to handle the payments and Maggie will never have to know that EJ came after the company.

EJ questions George as to how the hell contaminated Coriseal ended up on Smith Island. George reminds EJ that he had his best fixer get rid of the bad batch and it turns out that he buried it on Smith Island. George guesses the pills dissolved and ended up in the water. EJ argues that the Horton Cabin isn’t the only one. George says they are in the process of testing all the wells but the nearest one came back clean. EJ question why only Holly got sick. George assumes the others didn’t drink as much of the water. George adds that he has some other bad news and reveals to EJ that he wasn’t alone on Smith Island as he shows him a photo he took of Brady in the window. George informs EJ that Brady left with a water sample, leaving EJ frustrated.

Sarah returns to Holly’s hospital room with Brady, who brings her flowers that were delivered at the front desk. Holly opens the card and is shocked to learn they are from Amy Choi.

Joy tells Kayla that she never said Stephanie was the villain. Kayla feels she implied it and argues that Stephanie is a good person who was put in an impossible position. Joy questions if she was supposed to keep Alex from knowing he had a child. Kayla argues that she’s using that to her advantage and brings up Joy calling Alex and letting him think it was an emergency with Kelsey’s health because she knew he’d come running. Joy argues that Alex hung up before she could explain. Kayla suggests Joy make her the one she calls for any hospital related concerns. Kayla then exits, leaving Joy shaking her head.

Stephanie tells Tate that she knew things would get complicated when Joy showed up with Alex’s baby but she didn’t know how complicated. Tate relates to when he thought Sophia was having his baby and he’s sure Alex is also feeling caught in the middle. Stephanie says it’s hard being on the outside, having so many things going on that she can’t control. Stephanie calls that another reason she’s grateful for these sessions. Tate says it will definitely help her feel control. Tate says he should be thanking her since with everything going on with Holly, he’s feeling helpless.

Holly can’t believe and this and complains that first Amy sends the processor after her and now this which Sarah questions. Holly then reveals that Amy is suing her over Sophia’s death which shocks Sarah and Brady as Sarah questions why she didn’t say anything until now. Holly cries that there was so much going on and she’s been feeling so sick that she couldn’t deal with it. Sarah is glad she said something now as she’s going to need a lawyer, so she will get Justin on it. Holly then reveals that she already talked to a lawyer, EJ. Sarah is shocked and questions why she would talk to EJ of all people. Holly reminds her that EJ was there when Amy cornered her in the town square and that he said to call him if she had any more issues with her, so she did. Holly then remembers that Amy first sound the processor out to Smith Island and now sending flowers to the hospital, so she questions if Amy is stalking her like Sophia was.

Alex says he knows Maggie has a lot going on, but he also knows she’s freaking out about losing the Kiriakis Mansion. Alex talks about EJ possibly taking control and how Victor would be turning in his grave. Alex complains that this has gotten out of control. Xander tells him not to panic as they are going to fight this to their last cent. Philip says to their last breath if they have to.

EJ complains that Brady and Sarah love nothing more than to cause him misery. George encourages that it will be several days before Brady gets any results on the water sample while they got theirs quicker because they knew what they were looking for. EJ says that Brady must have gave the sample to Sarah. EJ asks if Holly will recover. George responds that they don’t know they are dealing with arsenic poisoning and based on the symptoms he described, it will likely kill her.

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