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Update written by Joseph

Kayla sits at her desk in her office at the hospital and looks at a framed photo of her and Steve. Stephanie walks in with food and says she misses him too.

Steve goes to Marlena’s hotel room in Estonia. Steve tells Marlena that the ISA has been working through the night to try to decrypt the file they found. Marlena asks if they are closer to bringing John home.

Philip exits the Brady Pub and runs in to Alex. Philip tells Alex that he understands what he’s feeling. Alex promises that whatever he thinks he knows, it’s worse. Philip guesses Alex wishes he could be locked up which Alex says would be a start. Philip says he won’t defend what he did as he lied his way in to inheritance but it’s working out well. Alex argues that it’s working for him. Philip says it’s working for the whole family as they accomplished Victor’s dream of taking over DiMera. Philip states that Victor would be proud of them all which Alex questions.

Sarah enters the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion and asks if anyone’s home but no one answers. Sarah looks up at the portrait of Victor and says not to look at her like he never kept a secret from his family. Maggie then comes in and startles Sarah. Sarah comments on it being quiet in the house. Maggie informs her that she gave the staff the night off since it seems the trash took itself out which Sarah questions. Maggie clarifies that it looks like they have rid themselves of Vivian Alamain as she presents the letter she was left.

Xander finishes a call about new security measures, remarking that he can’t have just anyone wandering off the street in to his brand new office. Vivian then walks in to the office. Vivian remarks that one can never be too careful about who walks in to executive suites. Xander questions what she’s doing there. Vivian knows he’s going to have security throw her out, but she thinks he will want to hear what she has to say about his brother.

Steve tells Marlena that he’s sorry that the ISA have not been able to decrypt the file yet, but they do think they are close. Marlena complains about the nuclear bomb being out there and John being held hostage. Steve says he tried to get in to see Orpheus, but only his medical team have been allowed to see him since he was shot. Marlena argues that a psychiatrist could gain access to him.

Kayla asks if Stephanie just came to check on her and bring her lunch. Kayla questions what’s going on with her. Stephanie claims it’s nothing but then admits that she’s freaking out and needs her mom as Kayla hugs her.

Philip tells Alex that he thinks of all people, Victor would understand why he did what he did, pointing out that the ends are a big win for Titan. Philip says they only took over DiMera because he and Xander worked together. Alex blames it on what was going on with EJ and Kristen. Alex warns Philip that if the truth comes out, it will all come crashing down. Philip thanks Alex for not saying anything to Xander. Alex remarks that he didn’t do it for him, but to protect Xander.

Xander tells Vivian that he’s not in the mood for her games. Vivian says she’ll be quick, repeating that he will want to hear what she has to say. Vivian is sure he’s curious to know why Philip was so quick to invite her to stay in the mansion. Xander says he’s not curious but will never understand. Vivian informs Xander that she didn’t give Philip a choice.

Maggie tells Sarah that she’s so relieved that Vivian has left. Sarah questions if she said why she left. Maggie shows Sarah the letter that Vivian left and says she has no idea what it means and she doesn’t care, but she’s glad that Philip kicked her to the curb as she doesn’t know what possessed him to invite her to move in. Maggie doesn’t understand what kind of hold Vivian has on Philip. Sarah responds that she does.

Kayla asks Stephanie what it is. Stephanie explains that she found something out that she wasn’t supposed to know and she told someone else about it and now she’s forcing him to keep the secret too. Kayla guesses that’s Alex. Stephanie confirms that they are now both in this mess.

Philip didn’t realize Alex and Xander were so close. Alex feels he owes him one since he was duped by Theresa and now Philip wants him to see it happen all over again. Alex notes that Stephanie told him it was his call on whether or not to expose him. Philip asks what he decided. Alex informs him that he won’t say anything because their family has too much at stake now. Alex says that Titan has everything invested in the takeover so shaking up the corporate structure could put everything at risk. Philip insists that he’s making the right decision. Alex says they’ll see but warns that he won’t protect Philip forever, so there will come a day where it’s safe to tell Xander the truth about what he did and expose Philip for the lying con artist he is. Alex adds that whether Philip chooses to tell Xander first is up to him. Alex then walks away.

Maggie asks if Sarah knows something about what’s going on between Philip and Vivian. Sarah tells her to just forget she said anything. Maggie questions why Sarah said she knew why Philip is so loyal to Vivian. Sarah remarks that they are just alike and you can’t trust either of them. Maggie responds that Philip is not like Vivian as he is Victor’s son. Sarah clarifies that she’s not saying Philip isn’t part of the family or not to care about him, but brings up all the damage that he’s done and that she’s allowed him to do. Maggie questions what it is as she can tell Sarah looks like she has the weight of the world on her shoulders lately. Sarah tells her that she has no idea. Maggie insists that she can trust her. Sarah says she just doesn’t want to burden her with it. Maggie wants to help her and asks what has her upset. Sarah reveals that she’s keeping a huge secret from Xander that could change his life. Maggie asks what the secret is. Sarah reminds Maggie of the letter that Victor wrote, naming Philip as his heir, and reveals that it’s fake and that Philip forged it with Vivian’s help, leaving Maggie shocked.

Xander tells Vivian that he’s not surprised that she’s blackmailing Philip. Vivian calls it having leverage. Xander guesses she’s lording something over him and bets he knows what it is. Xander worries that Philip is still carrying on with Stephanie and making a fool of Alex again. Vivian tells Xander that he still doesn’t get it as that was a cover story for something worse. Vivian declares that Philip isn’t making a fool out of Alex, but out of Xander.

Steve and Marlena dress as medical staff to get in to see Orpheus in his hospital bed. Orpheus guesses they want his help in finding John, but questions why he would lift a finger. Marlena tells Orpheus that he’s free to help John or not, but she knows how much he loves his children and grandchildren. Orpheus asks what they have to do with this. Steve asks if he doesn’t think they would be affected by a rogue nuclear weapon being detonated somewhere. Marlena agrees that it will affect his family. Orpheus then says that he will tell them what they want to know, but he wants something in return. Steve refuses to cut a deal with him. Orpheus says he’s not seeking immunity, he just needs help for his son Christian who is having custody issues and he just wants his son to be able to see his kid. Orpheus feels a good word from Marlena could go a long way. Marlena agrees to write him a letter. Steve asks Orpheus what rosebud is. Orpheus reveals it’s the codename for a black market arms exchange across the border to sell the nuclear bomb. Orpheus warns that anyone willing to pay for that is willing to use it. Steve asks for the coordinates. Orpheus says his only contact was strictly through intermediaries. Marlena says they can start on the border. Steve calls it better than nothing and says they will go. Orpheus stops them and asks Marlena to promise to keep her word about helping his son. Marlena and Steve then exit.

Kayla says that obviously keeping this secret is tearing Stephanie apart. Stephanie points out that a lot of people could get hurt if the truth came out. Kayla asks if she’s protecting people. Stephanie says she could be making it worse and worries that her conscience is telling her that keeping the secret is hurting people, so Kayla encourages her to follow her conscience.

Maggie is shocked to learn of the forged letter as Sarah apologizes for keeping it from her. Maggie says she’s not the one who forged it, that was Philip and Vivian. Sarah explains that they wanted to take everything from Xander but luckily the judge only awarded Philip half of Titan. Maggie questions why Sarah kept it quiet that Philip has conned Xander out of half of his birth right. Sarah explains that she didn’t know until the judge gave Philip half of the company and when she found out, she was furious but she kept quiet because she was also afraid of what Xander might do to Philip if he found out. Sarah points out that Xander had already pulled a gun on Philip, so she was afraid that he would hurt his brother or worse if he found out and she couldn’t bear the thought of Xander being taken away from her and Victoria again when they just got a chance to finally be happy. Maggie calls it a terrible secret that she had to keep. Sarah adds that she saw Xander and Philip working together and finally getting along, so she convinced herself that Victor would be happy with his two sons as a team. Maggie asks if she’s second guessing herself. Sarah is not sure if she’s keeping the secret because she genuinely thinks it’s best for Xander or that she’s afraid to admit that she lied to him too. Maggie is sorry she had to go through this alone. Sarah guesses that Maggie will encourage her to tell Xander the truth, no matter what it costs her.

Xander asks Vivian what the hell she’s talking about and how Philip is making a fool out of him. Vivian asks if she really has to explain it and guesses that Xander must have been humiliated when he found out he had to share Titan with Philip. Xander argues that she’s behind on the times as Victor’s letter turned in to the best thing to happen to Titan. Xander admits he wasn’t thrilled at first, but he couldn’t be more pleased since they turned out to be a great team. Vivian calls their bond a lie. Xander says she’s just being cynical while he and Philip have never been closer and their bond is genuine. Vivian then reveals to Xander that Victor didn’t write the letter, she did.

Maggie sits with Sarah and says in most circumstances, she believes honesty is the best policy but what Sarah did was to keep Xander from self destructing. Maggie knows it was to protect her husband and family. Sarah thanks her for understanding. Maggie says there’s been a lot of chaos since Victor died. Sarah asks what she thinks Victor would have wanted. Maggie responds that Victor loved Philip and Xander in his own way, so the truth is that he would’ve wanted Philip in his will but he couldn’t give him anything without revealing that Philip was still alive. Sarah points out that now Xander and Philip are living in the house and running the company together as a team like true brothers. Maggie admits that not much put a smile on Victor’s face, but she thinks he would’ve liked this. Sarah asks even if it’s based on a lie. Maggie calls it impossible to say, but she can’t deny that a lot of good has come out of this lie. Maggie says she could argue that Sarah confessing to Xander would only make herself feel better by telling the truth and clearing her conscience. Maggie worries that it might destroy the family unity and her marriage as well.

Xander accuses Vivian of lying. Vivian assures that she forged the letter. Xander guesses that she wanted Philip to get the inheritance so she would profit as well. Xander doesn’t believe her and thinks Vivian is trying to screw with everyone like Theresa did. Vivian mocks him being in denial. Xander insists that he doesn’t believe a word out of her mouth. Vivian says he may not believe what he’s hearing, but he will believe what he sees as she writes Victor’s signature and shows it to him.

Steve and Marlena return to the hotel room in Estonia as Steve finishes a call with Andrew, catching him up on what they learned about the black market. Steve tells Marlena that Andrew thinks they are this close to breaking the encryption on the file. Steve then informs Marlena that he’s afraid this is the end of the road for them as that’s ISA orders. Marlena argues that they haven’t followed ISA orders since getting to Estonia. Steve says following leads on John was one thing but infiltrating black markets, they have to leave to the pros. Marlena argues that Steve is a pro but Steve says it’s an undercover operation and he can’t risk being recognized. Steve hates to admit he can’t do something and he wants to be the first man to find John, but they need to step back. Marlena questions going home and just waiting for the phone to ring in hopes that John will be alright. Marlena argues that all they have to do is bring John home. Marlena says she hates this, but she trusts Steve. Steve tells Marlena to pack her bag and he will charter them a flight back to Salem. Steve adds that he believes in his heart that Andrew will bring John home. Steve says he will get his things, call Kayla, and let Marlena know when he’s made their travel arrangements. Steve then exits the room. Marlena turns around and finds something on her bag.

Steve calls Kayla and tells her that they are coming home.

Marlena approaches the bag with a note that has her name on it.

Kayla asks Steve if they found John. Steve says not yet, but they found enough to let the ISA take it from here.

Marlena opens the note that says if she wants to see John alive, to come back and come alone.

Kayla cannot wait to have Steve back in her arms. Kayla says it must be killing him to have to come home before it’s over. Steve admits he’s disappointed to not be in charge of the operation but it’s not what is best for their family. Kayla admits she’s relieved as she wants John home but she also wants Steve back by her side. Steve says Marlena will need them more than ever. Kayla assures they will be there for her. Steve says he will let Kayla know when they are taking off. Kayla sends her love to Marlena and says she loves Steve as they hang up. After Steve walks away, Marlena then comes out of her room.

Alex and Stephanie meet in the town square and agree that they should keep the secret for now. Stephanie is surprised as Alex explains that he just ran in to Philip and he wanted to knock him out but he thinks it’s best for now if they keep it a secret. Stephanie worries about how it will make Alex feel but he assures he can handle it for now. Stephanie is sorry that she got Alex in to this mess as she thought it would be over when she first told Sarah.

Sarah admits to Maggie that telling Xander would clear her conscience but others would benefit too. Maggie asks if she means because Xander would get the whole company. Sarah says she means Alex and Stephanie because they are keeping the secret too. Sarah explains that she convinced them to keep it to themselves for the sake of the family, but Alex is furious and she’s pretty sure she ruined her relationship with Stephanie. Maggie is pretty sure Alex hates Philip now, but not as much as Xander would hate both if he found out. Sarah agrees that all the brotherly love would just go to Hell. Maggie wishes she could tell her what to do. Maggie assures that she loves her no matter what she decides as they hug.

Xander argues that Vivian’s signature proves nothing. Vivian then recites the letter to Xander. Xander thinks she’s just paraphrasing it. Vivian insists that she knows it by heart because she wrote many copies until she decided it was believable. Xander argues that this can’t be true but Vivian says he knows it is. Xander complains that it doesn’t make any sense and asks why Vivian would throw away the con by telling him. Vivian argues that she was supposed to get half the fortune, not Xander. Xander guesses that Philip didn’t keep up his end of the bargain. Vivian confirms that she wants Philip to lose everything. Xander threatens to call the cops to send her back to prison. Vivian asks why he would do that when it was Philip who stabbed him in the back. Vivian then walks out of the office.

Marlena goes back to see Orpheus, who guesses she got his note. Marlena asks what he wants. Orpheus responds that he wants to be honest with her because of their history. Orpheus reveals that what he told Steve about rosebud isn’t true as he made up the whole thing. Marlena says she’s not surprised. Orpheus says he’s sorry but he doesn’t trust Steve like he trusts Marlena. Marlena asks what is the truth then. Orpheus reveals that he knows where John is and he can take her to him, but all she has to do is get him out of here.

Alex tells Stephanie that with all the guilt he feels for keeping the truth, the less he sees Xander the better. Alex invites Stephanie to lunch instead of going to the office. Stephanie mentions that she had lunch with Kayla but she will go to keep him company. Stephanie and Alex then walk off together while Philip walks in to the town square and runs in to Vivian. Philip hopes she’s moving her things in to the Salem Inn but Vivian reveals that she just came back from DiMera Enterprises. Philip questions what she was doing there. Vivian claims she was admiring his office but warns him not to get used to it because his brother is a little upset with him.

Sarah remains in the living room, staring up at the portrait of Victor. Sarah comments that everyone in the house seems to come to him for advice which is unhinged because he had terrible judgment and caused all kinds of misery. Sarah states that Maggie doesn’t have any answers, so she asks Victor if she’s doing the right thing by keeping this from her husband. Xander then walks in and pours a drink. Sarah asks him what’s wrong. Xander responds that he doesn’t want to believe it, but he thinks he was just betrayed in the worst possible way.

Marlena tells Orpheus to go to Hell. Orpheus argues that she will regret that decision. Marlena knows Orpheus is lying because he would never take her to see John. Orpheus questions her not believing him. Steve then returns and tells Orpheus that it turns out they don’t need his lying ass anyway because the ISA decrypted the file they found. Orpheus accuses them of bluffing. Steve thinks back to Marlena showing him the note from Orpheus and talking about him thinking she would fall for it while they knew Orpheus was lying and that Rosebud was just a sled. Steve tells Marlena that the car is downstairs and they’re going home. Orpheus complains that they are making a mistake and if they don’t get him out, they’ll never see John again. Marlena responds that she has faith that she will see John again, but hopefully she will never see Orpheus again. Orpheus calls out to Marlena not to go but she exits with Steve.

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Update written by Joseph

Philip is at the Kiriakis Mansion, on the phone with Melinda Trask. Philip tells her that he is backing Xander in his decision to fire her. When Melinda threatens to sue, Philip warns that they would countersue and hangs up. Maggie then comes home and comments that she missed a lot while she was out of town. Philip guesses she heard about Titan taking over DiMera. Maggie confirms that it was all over the news. Maggie congratulates Philip and tells him that Victor would be so proud as she hugs him.

At the DiMera office, Kristen questions what the hell Xander is trying to pull here and how he managed to take over DiMera. Xander calls it a no brainer with Kristen in custody and EJ in a coma, so they saw it as a window of opportunity and seized it. Kristen responds that she has a window of opportunity too as she pulls her gun on Xander. Xander asks what the hell she’s doing. Kristen responds that she was just released from police custody because the bullet out of EJ didn’t match this gun, but it’s not too late to put the gun to good use.

At the police station, JJ informs Gabi that there’s now one fewer suspect as Kristen has been cleared which surprises Gabi. JJ says that means they have to start looking at other suspects. Gabi questions what she’s doing here then. JJ then reveals that she’s one of the suspects. Gabi asks who says and then questions if JJ thinks she shot EJ.

AT the Brady Pub, Kate calls Lucas and tells him that he can come out in the world again because EJ was shot. Kate adds that if EJ dies, Lucas would be safe. Kate assures that she did not shoot EJ and tells Lucas that she will see him soon as she hangs up. Sami then appears as she and Kate get an argument over Lucas kidnapping her. Kate insists that Lucas still feels terrible about it. Sami says she feels terrible about things too like choosing the wrong men. Sami asks about things going well between Roman and Kate. Kate responds that Roman showed her what love is supposed to be. Sami says that she’s happy for them but jokes that if she hurts him, she’ll have to kill her. Kate says not if she shoots her first which Sami laughs at.

Rafe meets Jada at Small Bar. Jada is surprised that he came and says she knows how upset he still is over what happened between her and Shawn. Rafe responds that it’s not just that, but that she’s still sleeping with Shawn. Jada asks what he’s talking about. Rafe informs her that he stopped by Shawn’s house last night. Jada says that Shawn told her they were talking things out and then he left. Rafe reveals that he left because he found Jada’s blouse that she was wearing the night before. Rafe asks if he should have stayed and gotten in the middle of their affair. Jada tells Rafe that he’s got this all wrong.

Gabi tells JJ that he couldn’t be more wrong and asks why the hell he would think she shot EJ. JJ reminds her that she almost did it once before when she burst in with Rafe’s weapon. JJ feels it was only him that stopped her from shooting EJ right then and asks if she can deny that.

Xander argues that Kristen won’t shoot him. Kristen asks how he can be so sure. Kristen complains about how hard she worked to claw her way to the top of DiMera and how she fought them all until she won, only to be unseated by her former incompetent henchman. Kristen declares that she can’t stand this and she won’t. Xander says they can talk it out. Kristen tells him that he’s going to listen because the only way he’s not going to die right now is to do exactly as she says.

Maggie tells Philip that she knows he and Xander had big plans for Titan but this is an achievement to take over DiMera. Maggie thinks they should all go out to lunch and celebrate if he’s not too busy running the world. Philip says there is something she needs to know first as Vivian then comes in, asking what’s for breakfast.

Kate tells Sami that there was a long line of men who treated her very poorly, so she completely understands as they sit together. Sami assures that she is really happy for her and Roman. Kate thanks her and says they feel really badly that they are the ones who revealed the truth about Johnny’s conception. Sami believes the truth needed to come out so she’s not mad at either of them. Kate asks if she’s sure since she didn’t want to have dinner with them and didn’t come back to the Pub last night. Sami assures that had nothing to do with her. Kate asks if Sami stayed with Marlena then. Sami then reveals that she stayed with Rafe.

Rafe asks Jada not to lie to him. Jada assures that she’s not lying to him. Jada says that Rafe made it very clear that he did not want her going home with him, so she came to the bar and got pretty wasted while Shawn just happened to find her to tell her about EJ’s shooting. Jada admits she was in no condition to drive, so Shawn suggested she sleep it off. Rafe mocks the idea of Shawn escorting her back to his place. Jada says it was too late to call Stephanie, so she ended up crashing on Shawn’s couch but nothing happened after that one night with him when she thought Rafe left her at the altar. Jada asks if Rafe believes that she’s telling the truth.

Gabi tells JJ that when she went to EJ’s house with Rafe’s gun, she was just desperate to find Rafe and EJ had the answers she needed. Gabi asks what she would have gained from shooting EJ then or now. JJ thinks it would’ve been revenge for what EJ did to Rafe and all of the other horrible things he did to hurt her, like causing her marriage with Stefan to fall apart. Gabi shouts that this is crazy and he knows it. Gabi complains that if he hauled in every person to ever hold a grudge against EJ or pointed a gun at him, he’d be there until Hell freezes over. Gabi reminds JJ that she went to prison for a crime she did not commit more than once. Gabi questions if he really thinks she’d be stupid enough to get sent back there. JJ tells Gabi to just answer one question and they will be done. JJ then asks if she has an alibi for the night EJ was shot.

Xander asks Kristen what she wants him to do. Kristen orders him to pick up the phone to call Wei Shin and tell him that he changed his mind about taking over DiMera and he wants to put her back in charge, effective immediately. Xander picks up the phone but puts it back down and refuses to make that call.

Maggie asks what the hell Vivian is doing there. Maggie guesses she broke out of prison but Philip informs her that she’s out on parole. Maggie questions him knowing that she was there. Vivian adds that Philip invited her to stay. Philip apologizes and says she wouldn’t take no for an answer. Maggie questions Vivian spending the night in her home. Maggie tells Philip that it may be a very large house but it’s not big enough for her and Vivian. Vivian tells Maggie there’s the door. Maggie says she’s not going anywhere but upstairs and warns that Vivian better be gone by the time she comes back. Maggie then exits.

Gabi tells JJ that she had a long day at the office and then she went home. JJ asks if she’s sure she didn’t go anywhere else. Gabi responds that she is and questions why he’s looking at her like that. JJ then reveals that on the night of the shooting, he stopped by her house to see her and knocked on the door but no one was there. Gabi says she must have been asleep. JJ says she wasn’t, so Gabi asks if he’s calling her a liar. JJ tells her that he’s sorry, but he is.

Rafe questions Jada telling him that she just crashed at Shawn’s house and nothing happened. Jada confirms that’s exactly what she’s telling him. Rafe tells Jada that he believes her. Rafe brings up that Shawn never told him that she spent the night. Jada explains that Shawn was afraid he would be upset. Rafe still wishes he would have because he just told him that they were only together the one time and then he found her blouse, so naturally he thought Shawn was lying. Rafe wishes he would’ve stayed to confront him instead of jumping to the wrong conclusion.

Kate questions Sami spending the night at Rafe’s. Sami explains that she went to thank him for speaking with Johnny and helping him understand the situation. Kate thinks it’s wonderful that Johnny has someone like Rafe in his life and calls him one of the good guys. Kate thinks it’s nice that Sami and Rafe are still friends so she can lean on him in times like this. Sami agrees that it’s really nice to have a friend like Rafe.

Vivian doesn’t understand how Philip puts up with Maggie and calls her so rude. Vivian declares that she’s not going anywhere unless Philip wants to be out on his ass. Philip guesses she’s going to threaten to take Titan away from him. Vivian says she would never do that as long as she gets her share when Kate murders Xander.

Kristen questions Xander saying no to her and threatens to send him to Hell. Xander asks if she really wants to go back to prison. Kristen argues that she has nothing left to lose as she lost her job, her mother, and Brady. Xander brings up her daughter Rachel and asks if she really wants to risk losing her when she’s already lost so much time with her already. Kristen blames that on his lies. Xander tells Kristen that she can’t let her down. Xander says he didn’t grow up in a home with a loving mother, but Rachel has that and deserves to keep it. Kristen agrees that he’s right and lowers her gun.

JJ reminds Gabi that he ran in to her that night in the town square. Gabi says she remembers that. JJ points out that means she did leave the house and asks where she went. Gabi thinks back to being outside the DiMera Mansion with a gun. Gabi claims to JJ that she was home getting ready for bed when she remembered that she left her planner in the town square and that’s when she ran in to him. Gabi insists that she went right back home and went to bed. Gabi argues that every piece of evidence that JJ is trying to use against her is based on knowledge of their personal relationship. Gabi asks if JJ made a personal statement and if the other cops know he brought in his most recent conquest for questioning. JJ responds that he hates this but it’s his job and the truth is that she had motive, opportunity, access to a weapon, and she doesn’t have an alibi. JJ tells Gabi that he’s sorry but it doesn’t look good.

Xander tells Kristen to get the hell out before he calls the cops. Kristen argues that they can negotitate. Kristen says she knows the company and he wants the takeover to be successful. Kristen argues that Wei Shin has no business running DiMera but she does. Kristen says they can work their magic on the Titan side while she continues to run the successful operations at DiMera and it would be a mutually beneficial partnership. Kristen argues that Xander knows they would be better together.

Philip tells Vivian that she will get her half of his half as they discussed. Vivian argues that she never agreed to half of half but half of the fortune. Philip says Belle did her best for him in court but that ship sailed. Philip says she’s only been out of prison for a couple of days, so he can’t just snap his fingers as he has to liquidate accounts and the takeover complicates that. Vivian accuses him of making excuses. Philip tells Vivian that no one is going to be killing Xander, so Vivian guesses she will have to blow open the whole scam. Philip argues that she wouldn’t because if she tells anyone about the forgery, she’ll get nothing and go down for fraud so he doesn’t think she wants to go back to prison. Vivian asks if he’s threatening her. Philip says he’s just saying that she’s not the one calling the shots here. Vivian argues that this whole thing was her idea and accuses him of trying to freeze her out now. Philip swears that he’s not and asks to be patient a little longer. Vivian complains that patience is not her strong suit.

Rafe tells Jada that he’s sorry as now he’s the one asking for understanding. Jada says he’s scaring her and asks what he needs understanding for. Rafe informs Jada that after he left Shawn’s last night, he went home and Sami was at his door. Jada questions Sami being in town. Rafe explains that she came to thank him for helping put in a good word for her with Johnny and calls it a long story. Jada asks what any of this has to do with her. Rafe explains that Sami was in a bad place and he was too. Rafe then admits that he and Sami slept together.

Kate tells Sami that she’s not jumping to conclusions about what did or didn’t happen between her and Rafe last night, but reminds her about Jada. Sami says she heard about Jada but she wouldn’t put money on that engagement working out. Kate knew they were having problems because of the Arnold debacle but she thought they were working through it. Sami says that’s not what she observed as Rafe went ballistic when he found out that Jada slept with Shawn. Kate didn’t know but says she’s not going to tell anyone. Kate wonders if Rafe knew about that before or after EJ was shot. Sami asks why that matters and questions if Kate thinks Rafe shot EJ. Kate says after what EJ did to Rafe and Jada. Kate knows if EJ hurt one of her loved ones, she would make sure he paid. Sami argues that she can’t seriously think that Rafe shot EJ. Kate says it doesn’t matter now since Kristen is under suspicion since they found a gun in her purse and were testing the bullet. Sami hopes it is a match and brings up how upset Johnny was at EJ so it got her thinking. Sami says Rafe assured her against it but she wonders if Johnny could’ve been the one to shoot EJ. Kate agrees with Rafe that Johnny was very angry at EJ, but she does not think he would go to that extreme so she does not think Johnny is the guilty party.

Jada questions Rafe sleeping with Sami. Rafe explains that he thought Jada was sleeping with Shawn. Jada says she wasn’t. Rafe says he knows that now and he’s so sorry. Rafe calls it a huge misunderstanding. Jada compares it to when she thought he was cheating on her and he said he could never forgive her. Rafe says he was angry in the moment but he’s been talking to Gabi and Javi and he’s starting to come around. Jada complains that he decided off a t-shirt that she’s just a lying, cheating slut. Rafe argues that she and Shawn have history. Rafe tells Jada that he loves her and he’s so sorry about what happened with Sami. Rafe knows Jada is sorry about what happened with Shawn and neither one of them meant to. Jada questions Rafe wanting to just move on. Jada says she told Rafe that she and Shawn were together one time and she didn’t want him because she loved Rafe and only Rafe. Jada says she told him the truth but he still went and thought the worst of her. Jada questions how to forgive that after the way he betrayed her and how they move on from this.

Vivian tells Philip that she’s been patient long enough. Philip promises it will only be a short while more. Philip says he’s not ungrateful for her and when he has the funds to do it, he’ll buy her a mansion in Salem. Vivian questions him throwing her out. Philip says it’s for the best and offers to drive her to the Salem Inn but Vivian rejects him and declares she’ll get there on her own and storms out.

Xander questions Kristen wanting to be business partner. Kristen says the pros outweight the cons for both of them. Xander remarks that he wouldn’t get in bed with a snake like her. Kristen reminds him that Sarah would still be paralyzed if it wasn’t for her. Xander argues that she only relented because Brady forced her too. Kristen argues that no one forces her to do anything and says it was the right thing to do. Xander tells Kristen that he does not want to be her business partner. Kristen warns that they are enemies now and vows to wrestle DiMera back from him and take Titan too, leaving Xander and Philip as the ones winding up with nothing. Xander says they will see about that. Xander hands Kristen her old CEO nameplate and tells her to throw it in the trash on her way out as he demands she get out. Kristen then exits the office.

Rafe argues that Jada thought the worst of him when she thought he was some evil bastard out to ruin her life. Jada complains that Gabi and Javi thought that too since Arnold had his face and voice. Jada says everyone who knew Rafe thought Arnold was him when he said he didn’t love her anymore. Jada complains that Rafe just found a damn blouse. Jada declares that Rafe wanted his space and now she needs her space as she then storms out of the bar.

Sami walks through the town square on a phone call with Marlena. Sami knows she will find John and bring him home safe. Sami says she loves her too and hangs up. Sami then runs in to Kristen, surprised to see she is free. Kristen questions how long Sami is in town for. Sami calls it a short visit and thought Kristen was being held for suspicion. Kristen reveals that the bullet didn’t match her gun and assures that she did not shoot her brother. Kristen adds that her money is on Gabi.

Gabi tells JJ that what doesn’t look good is that the man she’s dating is treating her like a common criminal. Gabi thought he was supposed to be protecting her, that he cared about her, and that she could trust him. JJ argues that this has nothing to do with their personal relationship as it’s just business. Gabi tells JJ that she gets that he has a job to do but if he has anything more to say to her, he can say it through her lawyer because she’s done talking to him and she has nothing more to say to him. Gabi then storms out of the interrogation room.

Maggie returns to the living room and finds a note written by Vivian, saying farewell to Maggie and that Philip made her realize there was only one thing for her to do. Maggie then trashes the letter.

Philiip goes to the Brady Pub and tells Kate that he has good news about Vivian which Kate calls impossible. Philip informs her that Vivian is headed to the Salem Inn because she realized she could end up with nothing, but they are going to have to stop stalling and pay her. Kate wishes that would make her go away. Philip wants to stay positive and says everything is going to be fine.

Xander finishes a call about new security measures, remarking that he can’t have just anyone wandering off the street in to his brand new office. Vivian then walks in to the office.

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Kristen wakes up in the interrogation room to Melinda bringing her coffee and a scone from the Bakery. Kristen complains of being held overnight and tells Melinda that she’s grateful for her but she really wants to know if there’s any news. Melinda informs Kristen that she does have news, but she’s not going to like it.

Leo and Gabi have breakfast at the Hernandez home. Leo asks her for the syrup but Gabi refuses since she bought it. Leo says he will control his rage within and let that slide. Leo remarks that he knows Gabi is just lashing out because she’s soon to be out of a job.

Stephanie is at home with Jada, reading the article on Titan taking over DiMera. Stephanie says she doesn’t get how Alex’s cousins pulled this off as she shows the article to Jada. Jada remarks that you can’t call it a slow news week. Stephanie says if she was still doing PR for Titan, she’d be up to her neck in e-mails and texts but instead, she gets to chill out and enjoy her coffee. Stephanie comments that she doesn’t know how Jada makes the coffee ten times better than she does. Jada reveals her secret ingredient is cinnamon. Jada thanks Stephanie for letting her crash again after Rafe recently kicked her out. Jada adds that she doesn’t want to make Rafe more angry at her than he already is by staying at Shawn’s. Jada doesn’t think Rafe would appreciate it if he found out that she spent the night with Shawn again.

Javi goes to wake up Rafe but is shocked to find Rafe in bed with Sami. Javi covers his eyes and says he didn’t know they were getting busy. Rafe says it’s okay and introduces Sami to his cousin Javi and Javi to his ex-wife, Sami. Javi remains stunned while Rafe and Sami laugh about it. Javi tells Sami that it’s nice to meet her and that he’s heard a lot about her. Sami jokes that she’s sure it’s all terrible but Javi assures it was all good things. Javi says he didn’t mean to intrude and just wanted them know that he made waffles and that there’s plenty. Javi then guesses Rafe didn’t work things out with Jada which Rafe confirms. Javi tries to form a question which Sami completes for him, guessing that Javi wants to know if Rafe slept with her to get back at Jada for sleeping with her sister’s ex. Javi is surprised to learn that Shawn is Sami’s sister’s ex. Sami adds that Shawn is also her cousin and calls it very complicated. Sami suggests Rafe resolve this with Javi. Javi reminds Rafe that Jada sleeping with Shawn was just a mistake. Rafe responds that it’s a mistake that she keeps on making because Jada and Shawn are still sleeping together.

Stephanie asks Jada if she made any in roads with Rafe after telling him what happened with Shawn. Jada says unfortunately no and that Rafe went to Shawn’s last night. Jada adds that Shawn thought he was getting through to Rafe but then he had to take a phone call and Rafe just left. Jada says Rafe is obviously still very angry and hurt by her and Shawn, so she gets it. Jada doesn’t know how she’s going to convince Rafe that she still loves him with all of her heart and that whatever happened with her and Shawn was just a mistake that will never happen again.

Shawn joins JJ at the police station. JJ mentions getting him coffee from the Bakery while they work on EJ’s case. Shawn thanks him and informs JJ that he just got back from ballistics. JJ asks if the bullet matches Kristen’s gun. Shawn confirms the results are in but he hasn’t looked at them yet. JJ calls it the moment of truth as they open the results.

Stephanie encourages Jada not to give up hope and that Rafe just needs time to make peace with what happened between her and Shawn. Stephanie says that right now, Rafe is not thinking straight and compares it to how Jada felt when she thought Rafe had cheated on her. Jada says she was devastated as if everything between her and Rafe was a lie which is how she ended up sleeping with Shawn in the first place. Stephanie tells her to imagine that’s how Rafe is feeling now. Jada knows she’s trying to make her feel better but it’s not really working. Stephanie says her point is that Rafe is not getting over this easily because he’s so madly in love with her that he can’t stand the idea of her being with another man. Stephanie adds that because Rafe loves her so much, he’s going to come around eventually. Jada really wants to believe that. Stephanie tells her to trust her.

Sami suggests she should go and leave Rafe to talk with Javi. Rafe tells Sami to stay. Javi says he’s going to the kitchen and hurries out. Sami laughs while Rafe says he’s so sorry about that. Sami calls it amazing that she got walked in on and didn’t have to hide or feel bad because she’s not doing anything wrong. Rafe assures Sami that he did not sleep with her to get back at Jada. Sami acknowledges that they both had a rough day and she needed a distraction. Sami tells Rafe that she knows him and the situation might be hard for him, so she does not want him to feel guilty. Rafe responds that he felt a lot of things, but guilt was not one of them. Sami guesses that settles that then as they resume kissing.

Gabi questions why Leo would think she’s about to lose her job. Leo shows the article on Titan taking over DiMera and says word on the street is that Xander and Philip are looking to clean house and he doesn’t think they will want to keep her in the mix. Gabi informs him that they told her themselves that they want to keep Gabi Chic and plan to open several outlets across Europe. Leo guesses that she tried to walk away with Gabi Chic but they wouldn’t let her because they are both quoted to staying in the Gabi Chic business, but she’s not mentioned. Leo compares it to a past breakup he had and predicts that Xander and Philip will dump Gabi the first chance they get. Gabi thinks they are going to have trouble touting Gabi Chic’s success without keeping it’s namesake. Leo tells Gabi that it could be worse, as she could be Kristen who is losing her job and is under suspicion for attempted murder.

Melinda shows Kristen the news on Titan taking over DiMera. Kristen says this can’t be true but Melinda confirms that Philip and Xander pulled it off while she was locked up to oust her as CEO. Kristen can’t believe it and calls them vile backstabbers. Kristen complains that on top of being accused of attempted murder of her own brother, she has to deal with this. Kristen asks why she is being unfairly accused and questions why Melinda hasn’t gotten her out yet. Melinda reminds her that federal law states that they can hold her for 24 hours while they wait for the ballistic report on her gun. Kristen complains that they will take up every last minute and asks how long it takes to prove whether or not she shot EJ. Shawn and JJ then come in with the results.

Leo brings up when he ran in to Gabi in the town square the other night and she gave him an earful about how much she hates EJ. Leo admits that he thought maybe she shot EJ but he doesn’t think she’d be very good at hiding it. Leo guesses now that Kristen is in custody, the theory that Gabi shot EJ is out the window. Javi comes in and greets Leo, who asks how it’s going. Leo thought Javi was going to entice Rafe to join them for waffles and asks where he is. Javi responds that he thinks there going to need a bigger waffle iron.

Rafe asks Sami now what. Sami responds that now she goes back home to Italy because that’s where her life and work is. Sami tells Rafe that it’s really beautiful there and invites him to come with her. Rafe responds that he can’t because his life is here and things that he has to take care of. Rafe feels Sami only asked him because she knew he would say no. Sami knows there is one compelling reason for them not to get back together. Rafe asks if she’s saying the sex is better when they aren’t together. Sami jokes about when they fight. Sami tells Rafe that he means so much to her. Rafe responds that she means the world to him and kisses her until Sami reminds him that they are getting up for waffles.

Jada asks if Stephanie really thinks Rafe will get past this. Stephanie assures that right now, Rafe is hurting badly but he’ll have to have a chance to calm down. Jada questions if all will be forgiven. Stephanie calls Rafe a good man who is emotionally intelligent. Jada feels he was until now. Stephanie believes that when the sting wears off, he will get his emotional intelligence back and realize that Jada only slept with Shawn because of the Arnold Feniger mess that was out of her control. Stephanie insists that deep down, Rafe knows that and the two of them will find their way back to each other. Jada prays that she’s right.

Kristen asks what the report says. Shawn reveals that the bullet removed from EJ suffered a lot of damage during surgery. Melinda points out that sometimes, surgical tools can compromise the bullet or if it hit bones. JJ says the point is, it makes it harder to determine if the bullet came from a specific gun. Shawn then announces that the bullet did not match Kristen’s gun, so Melinda decides they no longer have any reason to suspect Kristen in the shooting of EJ. Kristen declares that she can go and she’s in the clear then, but JJ says not necessarily which Kristen questions. Melinda asks how they can still possibly suspect Kristen in shooting EJ. JJ argues that just because she didn’t use this gun doesn’t mean she didn’t shoot him as she could have easily used another weapon. Shawn asks if it’s really that hard to believe that Kristen has access to another firearm. Melinda mocks them and insists they are done here. Shawn decides Kristen is free to go but advises her not to leave town. Kristen responds that she won’t because she now has to wrestle her company back from Philip and Xander. Kristen adds that she would like her gun back because it’s all she has left of her mother. Shawn guesses it is no longer evidence, so JJ hands the gun back to her. Kristen then exits with Melinda.

Gabi questions Rafe being in bed with somebody. Javi responds that it was his ex-wife. Leo thinks he means Hope, but remembers Hope is at Bo’s bedside, so he guesses it’s Nicole. Gabi reminds him that Nicole is in Paris with Eric and their baby. Leo talks about wishing he was in Paris. Gabi tells Leo to shut up so Javi can tell them who Rafe was with. Leo realizes that only leaves one person who hates his guts. Sami then comes from Rafe’s room and greets Leo.

Jada agrees with Stephanie that Rafe is a good man who is emotionally intelligent, so if anyone can get over what happened, it’s him. Jada wishes time could speed up so they could get back to the way things were. Stephanie encourages Jada to take the initiative. Jada reminds her that Rafe kicked her out of the house and expressed zero interest in talking to her. Stephanie points out that was when Rafe first found out and that she said Shawn thought he was getting through to him. Jada reminds her that Rafe left Shawn’s place without saying a word. Stephanie suggests he could have had a work emergency, relating to Steve doing the same. Jada feels it still doesn’t prove that Rafe wants to talk to her. Stephanie encourages her pressuring Rafe in to it a little bit. Jada thinks it’s best if she gives Rafe space and respect his boundaries. Stephanie points out that the silence is driving her crazy and suggests she just text Rafe because for all she knows, he’s been wanting her to reach out.

Rafe gets dressed in his room and gets a text from Jada, asking him to meet her at Small Bar because she’d really like to talk.

Gabi calls it a pleasant surprise to see Sami, who says it’s nice to see her too. Sami talks about a recent video chat with Arianna and hopes she can come visit her in Italy in the summer. Gabi hopes that Arianna will be coming to Salem to stay with her. Sami hopes she can do both. Gabi assumes Sami is in Salem because EJ was shot. Sami confirms that is one of the reasons. Gabi says she would say she’s sorry about EJ but that would be a lie. Sami remarks on some people never changing. Rafe then joins them and guesses Sami knows everyone. Sami confirms she’s familiar with everyone here. Gabi decides that she needs to go check if she still has her company. Gabi is sure she and Sami will cross paths again as she then exits. Rafe says he has to get going too to check in at Black Patch. Rafe offers Sami a ride but Sami says he’s not getting away that easy as she hasn’t had her waffles yet.

Stephanie asks Jada if Rafe said anything. Jada says so far, there’s been no answer but maybe that is the answer and he wants nothing to do with her. Stephanie encourages that Rafe could be getting ready for work and plans to meet her there. Jada feels he would text her back if that was the case. Stephanie encourages that Jada has to at least go or else Rafe could go and she’s not there. Jada thinks it’s more likely that she shows up and Rafe’s not there. Stephanie argues that she won’t know unless she goes. Stephanie asks what Jada has to lose.

Kristen storms in to the DiMera offices, followed by Melinda who argues that she shouldn’t be doing this. Kristen argues that she is the CEO. Melinda says not anymore and warns her that this is trespassing but Kristen doesn’t give a damn. Kristen says she’s not just going to lie down and take it. Xander walks in and questions what she’s doing in his office.

JJ guesses they can rule out Kristen as a suspect. Shawn asks if he really wants to cross her off when she could’ve used another weapon. JJ says anything is possible but thinks Melinda may have been right that it’s not evidence, just speculation. Shawn remembers JJ saying he had another suspect in Gabi. JJ confirms that he was so focused on Kristen that he put that on the backburner, but now that Kristen seems unlikely, he’s thinking it may be time to take a closer look at Gabi.

Jada goes to Small Bar and looks over her text to Rafe. Jada wonders what she was thinking and if she seriously thought Rafe was going to come. Rafe then arrives, surprising Jada.

Gabi goes to the police station and tells JJ that she got his message but she can’t stay because DiMera has been taken over by Titan and she has to figure out where she stands. JJ says he read that in the Spectator and he’s sorry it’s so stressful for her. Gabi asks what he wanted to talk about. JJ asks if they can talk in private.

Sami enjoys her waffles while Leo sits with her and acknowledges that he caused a lot of problems for Will, but assures her that he’s done a lot of soul searching and will never interfere in anything like that again. Leo adds that he’s found his true love in Javi which Sami questions. Sami argues that when you really love someone, you have to know everything about them and love them anyway. Sami asks if Javi knows everything Leo has done to hurt so many people including Will and Sonny. Javi confirms that he knows all about it and he knows exactly the man Leo was then and the man he is today. Javi declares there are no secrets between them so whatever Sami is about to say is not going to change anything one bit. Javi assures that he and Leo are very happy together and nothing Sami can say will change that. Sami relates to knowing how it feels to be smitten and calls it a wonderful feeling. Sami says it just doesn’t help you think straight. Sami wishes Javi luck as she exits.

Gabi asks JJ why he called her down as they enter the interrogation room. JJ tells her about investigating EJ’s shooting. Gabi is sure he has a full plate considering the amount of people who have means and motive to want to kill EJ. JJ informs her that there’s now one fewer as Kristen has been cleared which surprises Gabi. JJ says that means they have to start looking at other suspects. Gabi questions what she’s doing here then. JJ then reveals that she’s one of the suspects.

Melinda tells Xander that as the company’s legal counsel, she was just advising Kristen to leave immediately. Xander informs Melinda that she is no longer their legal counsel as Titan is retaining new counsel because they value loyalty above all else and she’s compromised by Kristen hiring her. Xander says the last thing they need is the old regime undermining their leadership. Melinda argues that as a lawyer, she represents a variety of clients. Xander declares that either way, her services are no longer required. Melinda tries to argue but Xander threatens to call security so she leaves. Kristen then questions what the hell Xander is trying to pull here and how he managed to take over DiMera. Xander calls it a no brainer with Kristen in custody and EJ in a coma, so they saw it as a window of opportunity and seized it. Kristen responds that she has a window of opportunity too as she pulls her gun on Xander.

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Rafe goes to see Shawn at his home and says he’s heard Jada’s side of the story, so now he wants to hear his. Rafe questions how the hell Shawn could sleep with his fiancée.

Jada sits in her office, thinking back to Shawn finding her at the bar and questioning where her gun was.

Chanel makes tea for Paulina at home. Paulina admits to being peeved at Chanel for thinking she could have tried to kill EJ. Chanel blames that on Paulina being dramatic when she said she had something to confess about the night EJ was shot, but now she knows that she had nothing to do with it. Chanel admits she also thought that because she’s not in a good place right now. Paulina understands and knows how worried she is about Johnny. Chanel talks about Johnny being so lost and angry ever since he found out that EJ raped Sami and that’s how he was conceived. Chanel wishes she knew how to help him.

Sami talks to Sydney on the phone and says there’s no change in EJ. Sami adds that she hasn’t talked to the police yet but they have no idea who shot EJ, as Johnny then approaches her at the hospital.

Roman remains at the Pub and thinks back to putting his gun back in it’s lockbox. Kate enters the Pub and tells Roman that she’s so glad to see him. Kate asks if he’s okay. Roman responds that he has something to tell her. Kate says she has something to tell him first and reveals that Vivian is out of prison.

Xander goes home to the Kiriakis Mansion and asks Philip about him celebrating too. Vivian then interrupts. Xander questions her being out of prison and tells her to get out, asking what she’s doing there anyway. Vivian responds that she is moving in. Xander calls her delusional and declares that she will only be moving in over his dead body. Vivian remarks that it could be arranged. Xander asks if she’s threatening him but she claims to be just kidding. Xander calls her a malignant bitch with a heart of stone. Xander warns Vivian to walk out voluntarily before he and Philip throw her out themselves. Vivian then tells Xander that Philip won’t help because he’s the one who invited her to stay.

Roman questions Vivian being out of prison. Kate tells him that Vivian went straight to Philip because she still sees herself as a mother figure to him. Roman guesses that Vivian hopes Philip will cut her in on Titan and DiMera. Roman points out that Philip hates Vivian so he questions how she thinks he will give her anything. Kate thinks back to Vivian’s threats. Kate tells Roman that Vivian is certifiably insane. Kate says she would do anything for her children but it’s like one thing after another, so she feels at a breaking point. Roman offers to make her dinner. Kate stops him and reminds him that there was something he wanted to tell her.

Sami tells Sydney that she will call her as soon as she knows anything and hangs up. Johnny asks how Sydney is doing. Sami says she’s hanging in there and said she would call him. Sami invites Johnny to join her at the Pub and see Roman, but Johnny says he’s going back to Paulina’s and needs time to think. Sami understands and says she was nervous about their talk as she thought it would have been more contentious. Johnny admits it probably would have been if he hadn’t talked to Rafe. Johnny knows Sami is not to blame and eventually, they all have to take responsibility for their actions which Sami agrees with. Johnny tells Sami that he loves her as they hug. Sami remembers she was about to ask him something before Sydney called, but decides they’ll talk later and tells him to go home to his wife. Johnny says goodnight and exits the hospital.

Jada looks at her gun and thinks back to Shawn asking her about not having it at the bar. Jada then puts the gun in her drawer and locks it up.

Chanel tells Paulina that she does think EJ should be prosecuted for what he did to Sami and she does think it would give Johnny some peace of mind. Paulina responds that she’s planning to call a friend at the Senate about changing the statute of limitations. Chanel comments that women like Sami deserve justice while Paulina argues that EJ deserves to pay. Chanel admits she’s relieved that Paulina is not the one who shot EJ. Paulina remarks that whoever did, she kind of wants to give them a medal.

Johnny thanks Sami for telling him everything. Sami asks if he’s okay. Johnny responds that he will be, but when he found out that EJ did that to her, he was so angry and it felt like his whole world came crashing down and he couldn’t see straight. Sami assures that she understands but says she has to ask him something. Johnny asks what it is but they get interrupted by Sami getting a call from Sydney. Sami says she promised to call her after seeing EJ. Johnny tells her to go ahead so Sami rushes out of the room to answer the call. Johnny then turns back to look at EJ and thinks back to stealing Roman’s gun from the Pub.

Shawn tells Rafe that he’s sorry as he was in a really bad place at the time. Rafe questions if it’s because Belle was sleeping with EJ again and Shawn was using Jada to get back at Belle. Shawn argues that he cares about Jada and would never use her like that. Rafe questions if Shawn is saying he has feelings for Jada and this wasn’t a one time thing. Shawn says that’s not what he said and that he cares about Jada as a friend. Shawn argues that Jada did nothing wrong but he gets it if Rafe doesn’t want to be friends with him anymore. Shawn swears it was a one time thing and it’s over now because Jada loves Rafe. Shawn then gets a call from the police station and asks Rafe not to go anywhere because he wants to finish this conversation. After Shawn steps out of the room, Rafe finds a piece of Jada’s clothing on the couch and questions it being a one time thing.

Paulina meets Jada in her office and tells her that she’s been getting a lot of questions about EJ’s shooting and would love to be able to give them an answer. Jada responds that there is unfortunately nothing more to say. Paulina thought she brought Kristen in for questioning. Jada explains that Shawn and JJ found a gun in Kristen’s bag but they are waiting for ballistics to examine and they probably won’t have results until tomorrow. Paulina declares that if the bullet matches Kristen’s gun, she is their shooter but if not, they are back to square one. Paulina asks if she has any other suspects.

Johnny goes home to Paulina’s. Chanel hugs him and says she’s been texting him all night and was starting to worry. Johnny says he put his phone on silent when he got to the hospital. Chanel asks if he went to see EJ. Johnny explains that Chad came over and gave him a hard time while making him realize that it might be his last time to say anything to EJ. Johnny then reveals that he ran in to his mom and they finally got to talk about what happened between her and EJ.

Roman tells Kate that he just wanted to talk to her about EJ’s shooting, but they are interrupted by Sami arriving and surprising Roman. They hug and talk about how much they’ve missed each other. Sami says she got in a couple hours ago and went straight to the hospital to check on EJ’s condition, but she’s mostly here to have a good conversation with Johnny as she felt like a better talk to have in person. Roman asks how it went. Sami thinks it went okay but they don’t have to rehash it. Roman is sorry to put her in that position and doesn’t know why he opened his mouth. Kate takes the blame since she told Johnny everything, so if there’s anyone to blame, it would be her. Sami assures that she doesn’t blame either of them since it turned out okay and she probably needed to have that conversation a long time ago. Roman is relieved that she sees it that way and repeats that it’s just great to have her here as they hug. Sami says it’s so good to be home. Roman informs her that Rex is in town as well, so Sami hopes to see him. Roman invites Sami to join them for dinner but Sami says she’s not hungry and that she has one more stop to make before the end of the night.

Shawn comes back to the living room but finds that Rafe is gone.

Rafe goes home frustrated and imagines Jada going back to hook up with Shawn. Sami then shows up at Rafe’s door, surprising him.

Jada tells Paulina to focus on one thing at a time and Kristen is their main focus since she had opportunity, means, and motive. Paulina questions her motive. Jada brings up Rachel Blake’s disappearance. Jada says if EJ made that happen so she couldn’t testify against him. Paulina goes over how that would keep EJ out of prison but gave Kristen a reason to blow him away and calls it an interesting theory. Jada adds that they can hold Kristen for 24 hours which should give them enough time to get the ballistics report back. Paulina then orders Jada to go home, but Jada responds that she can’t. Paulina says it’s been a long day and she needs to recharge. Jada repeats that she can’t go home so Paulina guesses she hasn’t worked things out with Rafe. Jada confirms she hasn’t heard from him since last night. Paulina encourages her not to give up hope as there’s still time for Rafe to come to his senses.

Rafe tells Sami that he had no idea she was even in town. Sami says she just came for a little bit to see Johnny and be there for him. Rafe mentions running in to Johnny in the park the other day and how he knows what happened between her and EJ. Sami says they had a whole heart to heart about it and it went pretty well. Sami credits Rafe for that since Johnny said Rafe told him to go easy on her, so luckily he still cares what Rafe thinks. Rafe is glad they had a good talk but guesses she didn’t come all this way just to thank him. Sami admits she has an ulterior motive. Sami points out Rafe no longer being on the police force, so she wants to tell him something that stays between them which Rafe agrees to. Sami tells Rafe that she’s really worried about Johnny as he was so angry when he found out what EJ did and she doesn’t blame him. Sami then wonders if Johnny decided to do something about it and take matters in to his own hands. Sami asks Rafe what if Johnny is the one who shot EJ.

Chanel asks Johnny how talking to Sami about what happened went. Johnny says he had a million questions but thought it would be better to just listen to her story. Chanel asks if she was able to help him understand. Johnny guesses maybe he understands it a little better, but he’ll never understand it entirely. Johnny adds that he does understand how much he loves his mom and maybe that’s all that matters. Johnny admits he feels closer to her than ever, even if his dad does feel like a complete stranger now. Johnny will never be able to understand how EJ could do that to Sami and admits he’s so angry and he doesn’t know if he’ll ever get past it.

Xander questions Philip inviting Vivian to move in, reminding him that Maggie lives here and Vivian tortured her. Xander says this makes no sense and asks why Philip would agree to this unless she has something on him. Philip claims not to know what he’s talking about. Xander argues that Philip wouldn’t let Vivian near the house unless she was holding something over him. Philip then admits that Vivian is blackmailing him but claims it’s emotional blackmail by lording their mother-son bond over him, so like it or not, they are connected by that. Xander thought he couldn’t stand her. Philip states that whether he likes it or not, Vivian is the woman who gave him life and without her, he wouldn’t be where he is today.

Roman tells Kate that he can’t imagine how difficult it was for Sami to talk to Johnny about what happened. Kate says maybe it’s better that it all came out in the open and that Johnny knows the truth. Roman says maybe in time, but right now he’s suffering. Roman brings up the look in his eye last night showing total hatred for his father. Roman calls it the same look he’s had when dealing with EJ for the last two decades. Kate reminds Roman that he wanted to talk to her about EJ’s shooting. Roman informs Kate that he thought she should know that Rex found a gun in her room. Kate questions why Rex was going through her drawers. Roman explains that he was looking for a pen. Kate calls it no secret that she owns a gun. Roman brings up how Kate thought EJ was behind Rex’s accident, so he couldn’t help but wonder if maybe Kate sought revenge. Kate questions the idea that she would shoot EJ in cold blood and if her son now thinks she’s a would-be murderer.

Chanel asks Johnny how it went seeing EJ. Johnny informs her that when Sami stepped out on a phone call, it gave him a couple minutes alone with his dad and he really tried to think of all the good memories he had of him. Johnny tells her about Christmas when he was 7 years old and how EJ had them donate presents to a local shelter to show them the importance of sharing. Johnny says at the time, he thought EJ may be the best guy alive and he later learned he wasn’t a saint but he knew they loved each other. Chanel asks what about now. Johnny responds that despite trying really hard to think of all the good, all he could see was the man who raped his mother. Johnny says he saw EJ lying in the bed, fighting for his life, and all he could think was that he got what he deserved.

Rafe questions if Sami seriously thinks Johnny shot his own father. Sami says she doesn’t want to, but she feels Johnny is hiding something from her. Sami asks Rafe what his instincts are telling him. Rafe says Johnny didn’t do it as he’s a good kid and he wouldn’t do it. Sami decides if that’s what Rafe thinks, she will believe it. Sami brings up all the ledges that Rafe has talked her off of and thanks him. Sami says she will get out of his hair as she’s sure he has plans but Rafe says he’s just drowning his sorrows in a six pack so Sami asks what’s wrong. Rafe informs Sami that he’s engaged. Sami remembers that Johnny told her but she thought they were supposed to be married already. Rafe tells her that was the plan, so Sami asks if something happened. Rafe says you could say that.

Roman tells Kate that Rex wasn’t accusing her of anything and was just concerned. Kate says Philip had that concern too, so two of her sons must think of her as a trigger-happy maniac. Kate acknowledges that she has shot people before like Vivian and Clyde, who both deserved it. Roman says one could argue that Kate thinks EJ deserved it. Kate assures that she did not shoot EJ. Kate asks if Roman believes her.

Johnny asks Chanel if it makes him a terrible person to think his dad got what he deserved. Chanel responds that thoughts aren’t actions, so he’s entitled to feel whatever he’s feeling. Johnny says maybe he would feel differently if EJ faced consequences for what he did, but there were never even any charges filed. Chanel informs him that Paulina was thinking the same thing so she went to see if there was a chance of prosecuting EJ for what happened all those years ago. Johnny doesn’t think Sami would want to go through all that. Chanel says that Paulina planned to call a friend from the Senate to see if they could do anything. Johnny appreciates her checking in to all that but points out that it might not even matter if EJ doesn’t make it. Chanel asks if they have any suspects. Johnny admits he didn’t ask. Chanel suggests maybe Jada has some leads.

Jada goes to Shawn’s to retrieve her things that she left as she thanks him for letting her stay last night. Shawn tells Jada that if she still needs a place to crash, she’s more than welcome to stay there. Jada informs him that Stephanie is letting her stay at her place again but thanks him again. Shawn tells Jada that Rafe stopped by right before she did and wanted to talk. Shawn says he tried to explain to Rafe what happened between them and reassure him that it would not happen again, but he got a call and when he came back, Rafe was gone.

Rafe informs Sami of Arnold Feniger’s recent return. Sami is shocked as she thought he was dead. Sami remarks that Arnold has some nerve showing his face in Salem. Rafe is sorry as it’s bringing up another awful memory for her. Sami says she’s so disgusted that EJ would do this to Rafe again. Rafe tells Sami that Arnold made Jada’s life a living hell and tried to ruin her career, then he ended up sleeping with a stripper. Sami comments that Jada must have been devastated, thinking Rafe did all those things. Rafe then reveals that Jada was so devastated that she found her way in to Shawn’s bed which shocks Sami. Rafe says it was about a month ago, but Jada just told him about it. Sami points out that Jada was going through a lot and she’s sure Rafe understands that. Sami then questions what Rafe did. Rafe admits he sort of freaked out and told Jada not to come home because he wanted to be alone. Rafe argues that Jada should’ve known Arnold wasn’t him. Sami tells him how absurd that sounds. Rafe acknowledges that he does now, but he was angry and he’s still hurt. Rafe says he was starting to see things from her point of view, but then he just came from Shawn’s where he found her blouse on his couch from the night before. Rafe says that Jada obviously spent the night, so whatever happened a month ago wasn’t just a one time thing.

Philip tells Xander that he knows he should’ve asked him before moving Vivian in and he’s sorry about that. Xander supposes the house is half Philip’s, so if he wants to move her in, it’s his funeral. Xander adds that Philip can be the one to break the news to Maggie as he walks out. Vivian admits to Philip that for a moment, she thought Philip was going to tell Xander that she forged the letter. Philip admits he was tempted and tells Vivian not to make him regret it. Vivian warns Philip that his secret is safe with her as long as Kate agrees to send Xander to an early grave. Vivian then walks out of the room. Philip looks back at the portrait of Victor and remarks that an early grave doesn’t look so bad right now.

Kate asks Roman for an answer, hoping he knows that she didn’t shoot EJ. Roman thinks back again to returning his gun to the lockbox. Roman then tells Kate that she did not shoot EJ and he’s certain of it. Kate thanks him, feeling at least someone believes she’s innocent as she hugs him.

Chanel tells Johnny that she knows he needs time to process everything he’s learned about his parents but she wants to make sure he doesn’t get consumed by the rage and to focus on the good things in his life like her. Johnny calls her the best thing in his life as they hug. Chanel suggests going to bed early after the day he’s had. Johnny says that sounds excellent and that he loves her as they kiss and then head to the bedroom.

Jada questions Shawn about Rafe just leaving without saying anything. Shawn says he was pretty pissed off but for a second, he actually thought he was getting through to him. Jada asks if Rafe knew she spent the night. Shawn says no as he thought it was best if he didn’t know that so he didn’t get the wrong idea…

Rafe tells Sami that he can’t believe it only took one fight for Jada to go running back to Shawn. Sami says she’s so sorry. Rafe feels like such an idiot because he thought he would come home and get his life back, but it seems like Arnold has taken it with him. Sami calls Rafe a good man and says she’s been doing some soul searching. Sami admits it took a long time for her to realize just how messed up and toxic her relationship with EJ was. Sami adds that there are a lot of things and choices she would’ve made differently, like not taking Rafe for granted. Sami says she wouldn’t have let him get away. Sami feels she didn’t treat Rafe fairly when he was the most healthy relationship she’d ever been in. Sami wants Rafe to know that she knows how good he was to her and that he treated her better than she deserved. Sami declares that her happiest memories are with Rafe as she was so happy. Rafe responds that he was too as he and Sami end up kissing.

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In the hospital, Sami tells EJ that their daughter Sydney loves and misses him. Sami says that Johnny is just upset right now and asks how else he’s supposed to feel after finding out what happened between them which eclipses everything else. Sami doesn’t know what to say to Johnny and has no idea how to explain how she fell in love with EJ after what he did to her. Johnny then arrives and tells Sami that now is her chance.

Rex talks to someone on the phone about getting together when he gets back to Chicago. Rex says to give him the address and he just needs to find a pen as he opens a drawer and finds Kate’s gun.

Paulina sits at home with the article on EJ’s shooting as Chanel comes home and greets her. Chanel asks if she’s seen Johnny. Paulina says no one was home when she came in, so Chaenl wonders where he could be.

Sami hugs Johnny and tells him that she missed him so much and it’s so good to see him. Johnny asks when she got to town. Sami says not too long ago. Johnny questions her coming to see EJ. Sami says she came to see Johnny. Johnny questions that since he called her like seven times. Johnny asks why Sami even cares if EJ lives or dies after what he did to her.

Philip goes home to the Kiriakis Mansion and toasts to the portrait of Victor, wishing he could be there to celebrate with them. Kate comes in and says Victor would be so proud of him right now, as she is. Philip proposes a toast but they are interrupted by Vivian Alamain, who says they can’t start a celebration without her! Philip questions what she’s doing there. Kate argues that Vivian has obviously escaped from prison again. Vivian reveals that the judge decided she paid her debt to society. Kate argues that she had years left on her sentence. Vivian declares that she’s a free woman and shows them her release papers. Philip questions what Vivian is doing in Salem instead of going home to Alamania. Vivian says she couldn’t leave without seeing him. Philip asks if she just came to say goodbye to him. Vivian says yes but also to get what is hers.

Rex finishes his call and questions what the hell Kate has done as he looks at the gun.

Sami questions how Johnny could think she would want his father to die. Johnny assumed she would be dancing on his grave after what he did to her. Sami assures that she is not and she would never want the father of two of her children dead. Johnny remarks that he wouldn’t even be here if it wasn’t for EJ forcing her to sleep with him.

At the bar, Sarah and Xander toast to taking control of DiMera. Sarah says she knows Victor would be as proud of him as she is. Xander says he can’t take all the credit. Sarah acknowledges Philip and Alex. Xander says he was talking about her. Sarah questions what she did. Xander says he couldn’t do any of it without her and talks about putting his old vendettas behind him because of her. Xander talks about being able to share Titan with Philip and being a great team, so now he has something he never even knew he wanted in a real relationship with his brother.

Vivian reminds Philip and Kate that she is the reason Philip is in control of Titan, thanks to the letter that she forged. Vivian adds that her and Philip’s agreement was that they would share the spoils, so she wants her half.

Roman goes to Kate’s room and is surprised to see Rex is in town, questioning why he didn’t tell him. Rex explains that he just wanted to show Kate that he’s okay after the hit and run accident. Roman brings up that Kate thought EJ was behind it. Rex says he heard from Philip that Kate was worked up about that and questions what got EJ so pissed at Kate. Roman informs Rex that Kate told Johnny something that EJ never wanted him to know.

Chanel questions why Johnny isn’t responding to her texts. Paulina notes how worried she is about him. Chanel talks about how cold Johnny reacted to the news of EJ being shot and how he didn’t even want to go to the hospital. Paulina asks if she can blame him after what he learned about EJ. Chanel expects Johnny to be angry and disappointed, but argues that EJ could die and she knows Johnny loves him. Paulina argues that Johnny loves his mother too and she was violated by EJ, then he found out that’s how he came in to this world. Paulina is not sure how she would react if it were here.

Johnny tells Sami that he’s so sorry that EJ did that to her and feels like he was a reminder of it. Sami tells him that whatever happened between her and EJ had nothing to do with him. Johnny doesn’t understand how Sami went on to marry EJ after he manipulated and took advantage of her. Johnny wonders how Sami fell in love with the man who raped her.

Xander presents Sarah with a pearl necklace that’s identical to the one Victor got Maggie for their tenth anniversary. Xander says that his father wanted nothing but the best for his Mrs. Kiriakis, so he feels it’s only right that he does the same for his. Sarah gets emotional and hands it back, saying she doesn’t deserve it.

Vivian hopes Philip isn’t considering going back on their deal. Philip assures that he wants to fulfill his end of the bargain but things have gotten complicated and it has to be done carefully as to not raise suspicions. Philip adds that they will have to set up accounts and shell corporations. Vivian argues that he had plenty of time to figure that out and she knows he’s stalling. Vivian adds that the agreement was not half and half, arguing that the DiMera takeover changes things. Vivian doesn’t like the idea of sharing with Xander. Philip says he can’t do anything about Xander owning half of the company. Vivian says he just has to be creative which Philip questions. Vivian declares that she has a solution and that is that Xander has to die.

Rex is shocked to hear about Johnny learning how he was conceived. Roman knows it had to be really hard to hear. Rex insists it’s not on Roman or Kate as EJ is the villian. Roman says it looks like EJ may finally be paying for some of his sins. Rex brings up that Kate told him that Kristen was brought in for questioning. Roman confirms that the police found her with a gun. Rex then reveals that Kristen’s not the only one with a gun as he opens the drawer, showing Kate’s gun to Roman.

Chanel tells Paulina that she will never understand why some men use their power over women like that. Paulina argues that men like EJ only think about what they need. Chanel says that what EJ did to Sami was disgusting. Paulina calls it hardly surprising and says it’s no wonder that Amy Choi doesn’t want EJ anywhere near her grandbaby. Chanel points out that if EJ is in a coma, he won’t be. Paulina asks if she thinks Amy would reconsider. Chanel says this isn’t how she wanted it to happen. Paulina then tells her that she has a confession to make about the night EJ was shot.

Sami tells Johnny that she’s asked herself a million times how she could fall in love with the man who hurt her and did that to her. Sami admits she dreaded Johnny knowing as she never wanted he or his sisters to know. Johnny points out that Will knew. Sami says she hated that too. Sami encourages that Johnny will be a great father one day and he will know what it’s like to want to protect his kids from the harshest parts of the world. Johnny asks if she really thought this moment would never come. Sami admits she hoped it wouldn’t because she wanted to protect his relationship with his father. Johnny asks if EJ asked her to. Sami says no and that she just didn’t want him to see her as a pathetic victim who fell in love with the man who forced himself on her. Johnny says he could never see her that way and calls her the strongest person he knows. Sami argues that if she was strong, she would’ve talked to him about this when he first asked but she was scared. Sami says she’s spent two decades trying to figure out how she could fall in love with EJ and she doesn’t know if any answer is right, but Johnny deserves the whole story and deserves to know who she really is and where she came from.

Xander questions Sarah saying she doesn’t deserve the pearl necklace. Xander argues that she’s everything to him and calls her an incredible person. Sarah asks him to stop. Xander doesn’t understand why she’s getting so upset. Sarah responds that she feels so guilty which Xander questions.

Philip questions if Vivian is seriously considering killing Xander. Vivian clarifies that someone else will have to pull the trigger. Philip tells her that he’s not going to murder his own brother for any reason. Vivian remarks that if he has to keep his hands clean, then Kate can do it.

Roman informs Rex that he’s aware that Kate has a gun while Rex feels Roman looked pretty surprised to see it. Roman explains that Kate usually keeps it in her purse or locked up in the safe, so Rex questions what the hell it’s doing in the drawer. Rex brings up that Kate was upset about his injury and rattled by EJ’s threats, so he wonders if Kate took matters in to her own hands.

Chanel questions Paulina having something to confess about the night of the shooting. Paulina clarifies that she did not shoot EJ, so Chanel asks what the confession is. Paulina confesses that the night that EJ was shot, she took a late night meeting with the district attorney as she was trying to find out if EJ could still be charged with Sami’s rape, but the statute of limitations had run out. Paulina declares that she’s not giving up and if EJ comes out of his coma, she wants him put in prison.

Sami informs Johnny that she’s been talking to a therapist which Marlena pleaded with her to do for years. Sami says she tried before but it never worked and now she’s been doing it consistently. Sami admits it’s strange explaining herself to a stranger. Johnny asks what made her finally decide to get in to therapy. Sami talks about not wanting to make the same mistakes over and over and thinking about all of her regrets that she can’t change. Sami says that when she found out Lucas had her kidnapped, it was a shock as she didn’t realize how bad their cycle was so she realized if she didn’t talk to someone, she would end up in the cell next to him. Johnny asks if she feels like therapy is helping. Sami admits she hated it at first as it’s uncomfortable bringing up a lot of painful memories, but she’s not a quitter and she’s doing the work. Sami feels she’s figuring things out about the choices she’s made. Johnny asks if she’s talked about what EJ did to her in therapy. Sami confirms that she eventually got to it, but she’s had other experiences with trauma and sexual violence. Johnny guesses that she means Arnold Feniger. Sami says him too, but she has to start at the beginning. Sami informs Johnny that when she was in high school, she had a crush on a guy named Alan Harris and she thought he liked her too, but he was obsessed with her sister Carrie and she was just a pathetic substitute. Sami says she didn’t know it at the time, but he turned out to be a very bad person. Johnny asks what he did to her. Sami gets emotional as she reveals to Johnny that Alan raped her. Johnny hugs Sami as she cries that she’s so sorry. Sami tells Johnny that he has to understand what happened to Alan is not the same as what happened with Arnold or with EJ and she’s had other toxic relationships, but when she puts it all together and thinks about the story of her life, she realizes there are patterns which Johnny questions. Sami blames choices she made on her not thinking very much of herself and put up with criminal behavior because she didn’t think she deserved better. Johnny argues that she can’t actually think she deserved any of this. Sami understands that no one deserves to be violated or raped, but for a long time, she didn’t think she deserved to be loved. Johnny calls that crazy. Sami says she’s just sort of broken and brings up what Stefano did to her family by taking her parents when they were little and robbing her the chance of a real childhood. Johnny imagines that scarred her. Sami says she didn’t realize then, but looking back now she can see the damage. Sami doesn’t know how Carrie and Eric turned out so great, but says they managed to survive and she didn’t. Sami talks about being afraid, angry, and lonely until her parents came back, but she never got past the feeling of abandonment and calls it an emotional roller coaster. Sami recalls the night that she walked in on Marlena cheating on Roman with John. Johnny knows that Stefano really messed with them, making them believe that John was Roman for all those years. Sami admits that she blamed John and Marlena and took everything out on Carrie. Sami talks about when she was obsessed with Austin and thought she could make him love her. Sami states that she was the abuser in that relationship which Johnny questions. Sami then reveals that she drugged Austin and tricked him in to having sex with her. Sami calls it really stupid and says she was young and an idiot, but thought if Austin slept with her then he would love her. Sami adds that she did a lot of other terrible things, so it’s amazing that Austin and Carrie managed to forgive her. Sami calls it a long time ago and says then she met EJ which was very tumultuous. Sami brings up the night that Lucas was in trouble and EJ was there to offer her the deal that if she slept with him, he would save Lucas’s life. Sami explains that it felt like karma. Johnny argues that nobody deserves what happened to her, no matter what kind of mistakes they’ve made. Sami says she knows that now, but she didn’t understand it then. Johnny guesses it was like she was punishing herself and feeling like she deserved it. Sami says maybe that was part of it, but she knows that after everything they’ve been through, she really loved EJ, probably more than any other man. Sami cries that even with everything they did to each other, she knows that EJ loved her too. Sami tells Johnny that she can’t take back everything that she and EJ did to each other, but she can promise that she will always be grateful to EJ for giving her one of the greatest gifts of her life by giving her Johnny. Sami hugs Johnny as they both shed tears.

Rex asks Roman if Kate shot EJ. Roman turns away and thinks back to talking to Kate about EJ threatening her children. Roman then tells Rex that Kate did not shoot EJ. Rex says he wants to believe that, but questions how he can be so sure.

Kate asks Vivian if prison robbed her of whatever sense she had left because she’s not going to commit murder just so Vivian can sink her talons in to Titan. Vivian threatens to call Xander to ask what he’ll offer for her information then. Kate accuses her of bluffing. Vivian says she might not be and asks if they are willing to take that risk.

Sarah tells Xander how much she loves him. Xander stops her and says he knows exactly what this is about. Xander guesses she’s still troubled over how he and Philip usd Kristen and EJ’s weakness to seize DiMera. Xander understands but says that he and Philip don’t have any demands with DiMera and they are sensitive to the employees needing a job. Xander declares that the only person losing their job is Kristen, especially if she shot her own brother. Xander knows Sarah doesn’t have the stomach for corporate power plays, crediting her empathy and big heart being what makes her a great doctor. Xander calls that a big part of why he loves her so much and suggests they continue their celebration at home but Sarah gets paged back to the hospital. Sarah tells him that she’ll be back as soon as she can as they kiss.

Philip questions if Vivian would stab him in the back over money. Vivian argues that she has a lifestyle to uphold, so if he doesn’t give her half of Titan, she will blow up his life. Kate calls her disgusting. Vivian tells them to mull it over while she goes to freshen up. Philip asks Kate what the hell they are going to do.

Roman remains at the Pub and thinks back to putting his gun back in it’s lockbox. Kate enters the Pub and tells Roman that she’s so glad to see him. Kate asks if he’s okay. Roman responds that he has something to tell her.

Xander goes home to the Kiriakis Mansion and asks Philip about him celebrating too. Vivian then interrupts. Xander questions her being out of prison and tells her to get out, asking what she’s doing there anyway. Vivian responds that she is moving in.

Chanel tells Paulina that she does think EJ should be prosecuted for what he did to Sami and she does think it would give Johnny some peace of mind. Paulina responds that she’s planning to call a friend at the Senate about changing the statute of limitations. Chanel comments that women like Sami deserve justice while Paulina argues that EJ deserves to pay. Chanel admits she’s relieved that Paulina is not the one who shot EJ. Paulina remarks that whoever did, she kind of wants to give them a medal.

Johnny thanks Sami for telling him everything. Sami asks if he’s okay. Johnny responds that he will be, but when he found out that EJ did that to her, he was so angry and it felt like his whole world came crashing down and he couldn’t see straight. Sami assures that she understands but says she has to ask him something. Johnny asks what it is but they get interrupted by Sami getting a call from Sydney. Sami says she promised to call her after seeing EJ. Johnny tells her to go ahead so Sami rushes out of the room to answer the call. Johnny then turns back to look at EJ and thinks back to stealing Roman’s gun from the Pub.

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Gabi thinks back to preparing to enter the DiMera Mansion with a gun on the night that EJ was shot. Philip and Xander then appear in her office. Gabi questions what they are doing in her office. Philip responds that she means their office as Xander announces all of this belongs to them now.

Sarah joins Alex in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion. Alex tells her that his inbox has been blowing up ever since it all went down which Sarah questions. Alex then informs her that Titan just took over DiMera Enterprises.

Gabi questions what Xander just said. Xander declares that Titan just took over DiMera Enterprises which means Gabi Chic is now their subsidiary. Philip warns Gabi to consider her next words wisely because she’s looking at her new bosses.

Johnny sits at Paulina’s, reading the article on EJ’s shooting. Johnny thinks back from stealing Roman’s gun from behind the bar at the Pub.

Kate is in her room and gets breaking news on her phone that Kristen has been brought in for questioning after police discovered she was carrying a gun in her handbag. Kate then pulls her gun out of her purse and remarks that she’s not the only one.

Belle sits at EJ’s side and admits that she loves him, right as her sister Sami arrives! Sami remarks “isn’t that sweet?”

Johnny answers the door as Chad arrives and says he just wanted to see how he was holding up. Johnny responsd that he’s fine. Chad asks if he’s sure and says he doesn’t look fine. Chad adds that he must be worried about his dad. Chad mentions that he called and found out Johnny never showed up at the hospital. Johnny responds that maybe he doesn’t care if EJ lives or dies.

Belle tells Sami that she didn’t know she was coming home. Sami says she might have assumed after the father of her children was shot and is in a coma. Sami adds that they are divorced but she still cares about him, then remarks that she’s not the only one in the family who does.

Kate hides her gun in the drawer as there’s a knock at her door. Kate answers her door and is surprised by her son Rex arriving with his arm in a sling. They hug as Kate asks why he didn’t tell her that he was coming. Rex says he wanted to prove to her that he was okay after his car accident. Kate worries about the hit and run. Rex informs Kate that the driver is in custody as they speak.

Sarah tells Alex that she knew Xander and Philip were planning to take over DiMera but she didn’t think it would happen so fast. Alex guesses they figured now was the ideal time to make a move with EJ in a coma and Kristen on a wanted poster. Alex then declares that Philip now owns two companies that he has no right to.

Philip explains to Gabi that with the DiMeras imploding, it wasn’t hard to convince Wei Shin that Rome was burning and they had the fire hoses. Philip and Xander admit that Wei Shin was instrumental in allowing them to take over.

Chad gets that Johnny is angry at his father and assumes it has something to do with his article on their family, so he apologizes for not telling him before Leo published it. Johnny responds that part of him is glad he put the article out, exposing EJ for who he really is as people deserve to know. Johnny says it makes him sick to his stomach what he did to Rafe. Johnny adds that their adoption was all set to go through with Tate and Sophia’s baby, so he and Chanel were going to be parents and he’s never seen her more happy until Amy read the article about the heinous things that EJ is responsible for and called it off because she didn’t want her grandchild growing up in a family full of felons. Chad tells Johnny that he’s so sorry as it must be so hard for them. Johnny assures that it’s not his fault. Johnny admits that most of the stuff in the article about EJ didn’t surprise him, but what he’s really struggling with now is finding out what his dad did to his mom.

Sami informs Belle that she heard her tell EJ that she loves him. Belle tells Sami that she’s not supposed to be in here as EJ isn’t allowed visitors. Sami questions what Belle is. Belle responds that she’s the district attorney who will hopefully be prosecuting his shooter. Belle questions how Sami got past the guard. Sami responds that she told the guard that she’s family which is true. Sami asks if Belle is going to have her thrown out. Belle says she won’t and asks if they can just be civil. Sami comments on walking in on her baby sister telling the father of her children that she loves him and then Belle acting like she’s the intruder. Belle decides she will go. Sami tells Belle that she won’t shame her for who she’s sleeping with since she’s a grown woman who can sleep with who she wants. Sami remarks that last time she saw them together when she was in town, it was obvious that EJ was using her as a substitute for her. Belle tells Sami that is no longer the case because EJ pursued her relentlessly.

Sarah tells Alex that Philip is Victor’s son and was appointed as CEO before so it’s not like he’s some impostor. Alex argues about the forged letter and calls Sarah’s decision foolish for lying to her husband over it. Sarah argues that Alex knows her reasons and says she felt bad for Philip as she believes that Victor would have wanted him to have some role in the company. Alex knows Sarah wanted to use Philip as a check on Xander’s power and declares that now they are both drunk on power. Sarah knows it’s upsetting and change is hard, but it does seem to be working out well for all involved. Alex says except for the DiMeras as well as he and Stephanie. Alex remarks that it was bad enough that Sarah dragged Stephanie in to this lie but now she’s got him keeping the secret too. Alex promises Sarah that he’s not okay with it.

Gabi questions Xander and Philip thinking they can pull this off. Xander responds that they already have. Gabi thought they hated each other. Philip says that’s all in the past as they have now happily reconciled. Gabi calls it nauseating for them to capitalize on EJ being in a coma. Xander mocks the idea of Gabi being concerned for EJ. Philip argues that Gabi was probably planning her own takeover. Philip brings up when Gabi and Jake tried to take over the company and sack him, warning that there might be repercussions this time around. Gabi says they disgust him. Philip questions her talking to her new bosses like that. Xander adds that if she hates the idea of working for them, she can quit. Gabi responds that she will, but Xander warns that if she does, Gabi Chic stays with them.

Kate asks Rex about the police knowing who hit him. Rex says it was just some guy with a suspended license who was tormented by guilt that came back to turn himself in. Rex tells Kate that some people do the right thing sometimes. Rex guesses Kate is surprised because she thought EJ was behind it.

Sami questions Belle saying that EJ pursued her and says she can’t say that surprises her. Sami talks about Belle and Shawn being together so long and the divorce being traumatic, so she understands why Belle would run to EJ for comfort. Sami declares that she washed her hands of EJ and doesn’t give a damn who he sleeps with. Belle comments that it doesn’t seem like it. Sami tells Belle that she feels sorry for her and argues that EJ is sleeping with her as another notch on his bedpost. Sami tells Belle that she’s welcome to her leftovers. Belle wants to know why Sami is here if she washed her hands of EJ and is over him, but she flew over the ocean to be right by his side. Sami tells Belle that there’s no jury here for her to impress. Sami states that she came to see Johnny and she’s back in Salem for her son.

Johnny explains to Chad how he was talking to Roman, who let something slip and then Kate told him the rest of the story about his mom and dad and how he was conceived. Johnny guesses Chad knew the whole time and asks if everyone knew but him. Chad says not everyone but it wasn’t his place to say anything. Chad says they were all trying to protect him because they knew how upsetting it would be. Johnny calls it a lot more than upsetting because everything he thought he knew about his life and family is all a lie. Chad disagrees and says he’s his family and he’s here for him which is not a lie. Johnny says unlike his mom. Johnny knows Sami knows that he knows, but he hasn’t heard anything from her and doesn’t know if he will because she’s obviously staying as far away from the situation as possible…

Belle asks Sami what’s going on with Johnny and if he’s okay. Sami is surprised EJ didn’t tell her and explains that Kate decided to tell Johnny the entire story of how he was conceived. Belle can’t imagine how painful that must be. Sami remarks that Johnny is only Belle’s nephew, so she doesn’t have to check on him since she’s too busy with EJ.

Sarah tells Alex that she and Stephanie talked and Stephanie told her that he agreed to go along with keeping the secret from Xander, so she’s grateful for that. Sarah needs to know that Alex hasn’t changed his mind. Alex complains that she put Stephanie in a terrible position when she begged her to lie for the sake of her marriage and then compounded the lie by letting Xander think Philip was still sleeping with Stephanie which made her look like a cheater and him like an idiot. Sarah says she understands and she’s sorry. Alex tells her she should be.

Xander asks Gabi if she thought she would take her company with her. Gabi shouts that Gabi Chic is her company that she built and owns. Philip reveals that per the agreement of the merger, her contract is null and void so Gabi Chic is now fully owned by Titan. Philip adds that Wei Shin is not her biggest fan and sold her down the river without thinking twice. Xander tells Gabi that she is the face of Gabi Chic and is more than welcome to stay as long as she’s willing to be a team player and work for them. Gabi says she needs time to think about it but Xander declares that she needs to decide right here and right now.

Kate asks Rex why he thinks she would think EJ was behind it. Rex informs her that Philip called and told him that EJ threatened her sons, so he questions why she didn’t tell him. Kate explains that she figured it would be Philip because he lives in Salem. Rex says that makes sense but it’s safe to say that EJ wasn’t behind his accident, so he thinks she can stop worrying about EJ. Kate responds that she already has.

Chad asks Johnny about Sami knowing that he knows what happened between her and EJ. Johnny explains that he called and left a voicemail but she couldn’t even bother to call him back. Johnny complains that Sami lied to him all his life and can’t even pick up the phone to call her own son. Chad is sure it’s difficult for her to talk about. Johnny feels Sami owes him an explanation as to why she didn’t just leave EJ after he did that to her. Johnny doesn’t want to sound like he’s blaming the victim, but Sami chose to stay with EJ, marry him, and have another child with him. Johnny tells Chad not to try and defend his parents to him. Chad says he won’t, but points out that no matter what he thinks of EJ, he is his father and he loves him. Chad adds that EJ is in critical condition and might have died if not for being put in a medically induced coma. Chad warns Johnny that EJ still might die, so if he doesn’t go see him now, he might not ever get the chance.

Belle tells Sami that she can’t do this right now. Sami stops and tells Belle that she is sorry about John. Belle thanks her and acknowledges her concern. Sami asks if there are any leads. Belle says there’s nothing substantial but Marlena and Steve are out trying to track John down with Paul and Andrew’s help. Belle decides she should call Marlena and check in. Sami says to tell her that she loves her and that she’s praying John comes home soon. Belle agrees to do that and asks Sami if she’s leaving with her. Sami responds that she has a few things to say to EJ as Belle then exits the room.

Alex asks Sarah if she has any idea what she’s asking of him, complaining how it’s made him look like he couldn’t hold onto the woman he loves. Alex talks about how this situation is for him after he took Xander’s place as the Kiriakis heir for months only to find out he was lied to and played for a fool like Theresa. Alex says he should’ve expected that from someone like Theresa. Sarah tells Alex that she didn’t do any of this for selfish reasons and he didn’t either as he genuinely thought he was Victor’s son. Alex admits it went to his head and he was an ass to his entire family which he deeply regrets, but this situation is doing nothing for his guilty conscience. Alex shouts that he’s basically helping Philip pull off the same con. Sarah encourages him to look at the bigger picture that Xander and Philip are getting along and working together better than ever. Alex acknowledges that’s why he hasn’t told the truth. Alex comments on how Wallstreet only cares about how the captains can steer the ship. Alex declares that as much as he hates this, what’s done is done and he really doesn’t have much of a choice. Alex then walks out of the room.

Gabi guesses she doesn’t have much of a choice which Xander confirms. Philip remarks that Gabi can go waitress at the Bistro. Gabi tells them to stop the taunting while they joke that they’re enjoying it. Philip and Xander suggest Gabi should thank Kristen because if she hadn’t allegedly shot EJ, they never would have pulled this off. Philip asks if she has any questions or concerns. Gabi says no, so they tell her they will see her tomorrow. Xander decides he will call Sarah to ask if she wants to have a celebratory drink and invites Philip. Philip accepts and asks if Gabi wants to come along.

Kate informs Rex that EJ was shot. Rex is surprised and asks if they know who did it. Kate responds that Kristen was brought in for questioning after having a gun in her purse. Rex says dysfunctional doesn’t begin to cover the DiMeras. Rex asks if Kate thinks Kristen did it but Kate is interrupted by a text from Philip, who wants to see her as he’s celebrating some good news about Titan. Rex says he’s happy for whatever it is. Kate tells Rex to stay in her room until she gets back and then they can have dinner with Roman. Kate tells Rex that she’s glad he’s there as she really missed him. Rex says the same as they hug.

Johnny tells Chad that he knows he means well, but he has no desire to see his father. Chad says he knows and that he doesn’t have to forgive him, but he should at least take the chance to say what might end up being goodbye. Chad argues that Johnny and EJ had a good relationship most of their life which Johnny calls irrelevant now. Chad relates to he and his mother having a very complicated relationship while things ended badly, so he would give anything to go back and make things right before she died. Johnny says he’s sorry about that, but there’s nothing EJ can do or say to make this right. Chad gets that Johnny might hate EJ now, but he has no idea how he will feel in a month or a year. Chad doesn’t want Johnny to live with the guilt like he has because it’s a heavy burden to carry. Chad says he’s not saying this for EJ, but for Johnny because he’s his nephew and he loves him. Chad says he can see that Johnny is struggling. Chad acknowledges that he’s a grown man who will make his own decision, but asks him to promise to think about it which Johnny agrees to do. Chad tells Johnny that he loves him and he’s always there for him as they hug. Chad declares that they are DiMeras and it’s always family above all else. Johnny thanks Chad and says he loves him too as Chad then exits.

Sami sits at EJ’s side and says she shouldn’t be surprised about he and Belle, joking that he’s always had terrible taste in women outside of her. Sami recalls how many hours she spent by his side in Italy after the fire and pleading for him to open his eyes. Sami urges EJ to pull out of this because whether he believes it or not, there are people that love him a lot.

Rex talks to someone on the phone about getting together when he gets back to Chicago. Rex says to give him the address and he just needs to find a pen as he opens a drawer and finds Kate’s gun.

Sami tells EJ that obviously not everyone loves him but some key people do, like his family, Tony, Chad, and Theo. Sami says she hasn’t been in Salem for awhile so she doesn’t know who is mad at who. Sami brings up their daughter Sydney and says she loves and misses him. Sami says that Johnny is just upset right now and asks how else he’s supposed to feel after finding out what happened between them which eclipses everything else. Sami doesn’t know what to say to Johnny and has no idea how to explain how she fell in love with EJ after what he did to her. Johnny then arrives and tells Sami that now is her chance.

Alex goes to Gabi’s office and guesses she heard the news. Gabi confirms that his obnoxious cousins came to impose their will. Alex says he’s sorry about all of that. Gabi warns Alex not to get too comfortable because she’s been in these co-CEO situations and eventually one will decide they want a solo career and it won’t be pretty with the threats, backstabbing, and lies. Gabi advises Alex to keep his head down and stay out of it.

Sarah joins Xander at the bar and congratulates him. Xander can’t believe it as Victor’s goal was always to smash DiMera and now Titan has full control of Stefano’s company. Xander wishes Victor was alive to see it.

Philip goes home to the Kiriakis Mansion and toasts to the portrait of Victor, wishing he could be there to celebrate with them. Kate comes in and says Victor would be so proud of him right now, as she is. Philip proposes a toast but they are interrupted by Vivian Alamain, who says they can’t start a celebration without her!

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Wei Shin joins Xander at the Kiriakis Mansion. Xander informs him that he and Philip think that now is the perfect time to move in on DiMera as he shows Wei the article on EJ being shot.

Gabi sits in her office, reading the article on EJ being shot.

Kristen goes to leave the DiMera Mansion right as JJ and Shawn arrive. Kristen says she’s on her way to the office and doesn’t have time to talk. JJ tells her that they aren’t there to talk as they have a warrant to search her bedroom. Kristen tells them to go ahead as she has to get to the office. Shawn informs Kristen that the warrant includes her personal belongings like her bag. JJ asks Kristen for the bag. Kristen asks if this is really necessary. Shawn confirms that it is, so Kristen hands the bag over to JJ and JJ finds her gun inside. JJ asks if Kristen cares to explain the gun.

Philip goes to the hospital and greets Kayla, who asks what brings him by. Philip says he just came from a doctor’s appointment to tune up his prosthetic leg. Kayla is glad it’s nothing serious. Philip feels guilty to be in top shape when someone he knows is fighting for his life. Philip remarks that he has no doubt that EJ is in good hands with Kayla. Philip asks how long she expects EJ to be in a coma.

Belle goes to see EJ in the hospital.

Kristen says it’s not what it looks like. JJ questions what it looks like then while Shawn offers to take her to the police station. Kristen says she has to go to the office but Shawn threatens to place her under arrest. JJ tells Kristen that they are going to need her to answer their questions. Shawn then escorts Kristen out of the mansion while JJ enters the living room to search. JJ flashes back to walking in on Gabi holding EJ at gun point then walks back out of the room.

Melinda joins Gabi in her office. Melinda talks about everyone trying to calm down the shareholders about the stock price plummeting. Gabi mentions hearing the news last night from Leo and shows Melinda the article that Leo wrote for the Spectator. Melinda says who shot EJ is the question on everyone’s mind. Gabi responds that Kristen believes it was her.

Wei comments on hearing that EJ was shot and reads that he’s in a medically induced coma. Wei guesses this is why the stock price is plummeting for DiMera. Xander says he and Philip are paying close attention and Philip is trying to get an update at the hospital.

Kayla reminds Philip that she’s not at liberty to share any information with anyone but EJ’s family. Philip brings up the article and says DiMera Enterprises is obliged to update the shareholders on EJ’s health, including his coma. Kayla wasn’t aware they went to such detail in the article. Philip explains that’s why he doesn’t see the harm in sharing the prognosis with him. Kayla questions why Philip is so concerned about EJ’s condition.

Belle sits at EJ’s side and holds his hand. Belle says she couldn’t believe it when Brady told her what happened. Belle imagines EJ waking up and questioning if she really cares. Belle insists that she wouldn’t wish murder on anyone while her imagination of EJ asks if her being there means she does love him after all.

Philip tells Kayla that EJ is a prominent citizen in Salem so it’s reasonable that he would care and be concerned about his condition. Kayla informs Philip that Stephanie told her that they broke up because she was concerned about his underhanded business tactics. Kayla brings up Titan and DiMera being rivals and talks about how this could affect any deals Philip tries to make at Titan. Philip reminds her that he was at the hospital for his leg. Kayla tells him that she has patients to see and walks away.

Wei complains that every hour that EJ remains in a coma, their stock price goes down. Xander tells Wei that he has a responsibility to do something about this to right the ship. Wei questions how Xander suggests he do that. Xander talks about EJ being a shareholder while him being in a coma has undermined the public’s confidence. Xander reminds Wei that he has the authority to vote EJ’s shares by proxy, so he could call a vote of no confidence in Kristen as CEO right now and install himself in her place. Xander adds that as CEO, Wei could make any deal that he finds interesting including this incredible deal from Titan. Xander states that then, their hostile takeover wouldn’t be so hostile. Wei calls his deal interesting, but says Kristen is the obstacle.

Gabi explains to Melinda how Kristen accused her of shooting EJ, but she pointed out that Kristen had a damn good reason to do it herself.

Shawn brings Kristen to the interrogation room. JJ joins them. Kristen guesses he found no evidence in her room which JJ confirms. JJ adds that the crime scene unit is still searching, so until they get their results, they will have to focus their attention on this. JJ starts by asking Kristen where she got the gun. Kristen asks how that’s his business. Shawn asks if she used it to shoot EJ. Kristen says she won’t dignify that with a response. JJ brings up Kristen working out an immediate agreement for her mother so she could testify against EJ and asks what ever happened with that. Shawn informs him that Ms. Blake disappeared before she could testify. JJ calls that convenient for EJ and guesses he’s just a lucky guy. Kristen reminds him that EJ is in a coma. JJ says the point is, Kristen just reunited with her long dead mother only to have her disappear again, so he thinks she’d be a little upset that things always seem to go EJ’s way. Shawn says he’s pretty sure that EJ had a hand in making Ms. Blake disappear and that Kristen begged him to bring her back. JJ bets EJ refused. JJ and Shawn agree that would piss them off. JJ asks if Kristen felt angry enough to kill her brother.

Xander tells Wei that Kristen doesn’t have enough power to overrule he and EJ. Wei points out that Kristen has the majority, so she would remain in power. Philip then arrives and reveals that Kristen just got brought to the station for questioning on EJ’s shooting.

Shawn asks Kristen if she shot EJ. Kristen laughs off the idea that she would admit to them if she had shot him, but says she did not. Kristen asks if they think detectives get a confession by asking suspects point blank if they committed a crime. Kristen mocks them as being stupid and asks Shawn if he shot EJ. Kristen brings up Shawn’s ex wife sleeping with the victim. Kristen then declares she will not be answering any more questions without a lawyer. JJ questions her wanting to get lawyers involved. Kristen says she does because she knows exactly what they are up to. Kristen calls them terrible at this. JJ tells Kristen to make her call then.

Gabi tells Melinda that of all the people who could’ve shot EJ, Kristen is a much more likely suspect than she is since she hates him as much and lives under the same roof. Gabi says that EJ never would’ve seen it coming. Melinda then gets a call from Kristen, who tells her to drop whatever she’s doing and get to the police station right now. Melinda says she’ll be right there and hangs up. Melinda informs Gabi that Kristen is at the police station, being questioned about EJ’s shooting.

Belle argues with her imagination of EJ that she doesn’t love him, but then admits that she does. Kayla then enters the room and is shocked to see Belle inside.

Melinda goes to the police station and tells Shawn and JJ that she’s there to see Kristen. Melinda asks what Kristen is even doing there since JJ questioned her at the house last night. JJ informs her that new evidence came to light and a search warrant led to them finding a gun. Melinda points out that they have no evidence that’s the gun that shot EJ and no legal right to hold Kristen. Melinda asks to see her client so Shawn directs her to the interrogation room. JJ tells Shawn that they need to match the gun to the bullet ASAP. JJ looks over the file and notes that the bullet has not been logged in to evidence yet as EJ was still in surgery when he left the hospital. Shawn says he’s surely out now so someone must have collected the bullet.

Kayla questions what Belle is doing in EJ’s room and how she got past the guard. Belle says she just flashed her district attorney credentials so Kayla asks if she’s there on official business. Belle admits she just wanted to see how he was doing. Kayla says technically, she should ask her to leave but since EJ doesn’t have any other visitors, she will make an exception. Belle thanks her and asks how EJ is doing. Kayla says he’s still the same. Belle asks if she thinks EJ will make it and come out of the coma. Kayla admits that she doesn’t know but she does think having people there to talk to him helps. Belle says as angry as she’s been with EJ at times, she does pray that he recovers. Kayla hopes they find whoever did this to him.

Xander questions the news that Kristen has been arrested. Philip clarifies that she was not arrested but she was brought to the police station after JJ and Shawn caught her with a gun. Xander excitedly calls this great news and says this must help their cause. Wei agrees that with Kristen in custody, they don’t have a minute to waste.

Gabi calls Javi and tells him to cancel a meeting because Kristen was supposed to sit in on it, but she’s currently being questioned as a person of interest in EJ’s shooting. Javi asks if Kristen did it. Gabi questions how the hell she would know that and hangs up. Gabi then flashes back to being outside the DiMera Mansion on the night that EJ was shot.

Kristen demands that Melinda get her out of here because the word is going to get out that the CEO of DiMera is in custody and the stock is already plummeting thanks to EJ’s coma, so this is a disaster and they can’t take another hit like this. Melinda thinks they have a bigger problem and informs her that Shawn and JJ just showed her the gun, which gives them probable cause to hold her. Melinda questions Kristen as to why she had the gun. Kristen complains that Shawn and JJ are determined to stick it to her. Melinda tells her that she’s going to have to do better than that. Kristen then admits to Melinda that the gun was her mother’s and a family heirloom as she caught her with it, so she confiscated it from her. Kristen says she was going to get rid of it but Melinda points out that she didn’t, so she asks Kristen if she used the gun to shoot her brother.

Shawn informs JJ that forensics and ballistics both don’t have the bullet and wonders if that means the bullet never left the hospital.

Kayla asks Belle how she’s doing as she must be worried sick about her dad. Belle says she is worried but hopeful as she knows Marlena and Steve won’t give up until they find him. Kayla encourages that Steve will find John and bring him home safe and sound. Kayla gets a text from JJ and says apparently she needs to go talk to the police. Belle asks if it’s okay if she stays another minute which Kayla allows as she then exits.

Philip asks if Wei is saying they should move on DiMera now. Wei says that Kristen is as incapacitated as EJ, so if he calls a vote of no confidence now, he can vote in Kristen’s place. Xander adds that they can convince the rest of the board to oust Kristen and install Wei Shin in her place and then he can approve of their takeover. Philip asks how much time they have. Wei says as long as Kristen is in custody, so Xander and Philip agree they need to move now. Philip asks Mr. Shin what to do. He responds to get the rest of the board on the phone now.

JJ and Shawn go to the hospital where Kayla presents them with the bullet, noting that no one ever came to pick it up. JJ says they have to get it to ballistics right away. Shawn hopes this will get them some answers.

Melinda tells Kristen that she decided she doesn’t want to know as it’s her business if she shot EJ. Melinda adds that she can’t argue that she’s innocent if she knows otherwise. Kristen assures that she will never know otherwise.

Gabi thinks back to preparing to enter the DiMera Mansion with a gun on the night that EJ was shot. Philip and Xander then appear in her office. Gabi questions what they are doing in her office. Philip responds that she means their office as Xander announces all of this belongs to them now.

Belle sits at EJ’s side and admits that she loves him, right as her sister Sami arrives! Sami remarks “isn’t that sweet?”

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In the town square, Holly tells Sophia that she doesn’t want to talk about her and Tate. Sophia tells her that Tate does and that’s why he went to her house. Holly questions when he went. Sophia says he’s probably there now which causes Holly to worry. Sophia asks if there’s a problem.

Tate goes to Holly’s room and finds Doug III shirtless inside. Tate questions what the hell he’s doing in there.

Shawn joins JJ in the interrogation room and offers to help him in going over EJ’s case. Shawn brings up that JJ helped him last night when he went on about Jada and says to let him know if he can return the favor. JJ responds that there actually is something he wants to run by him about Gabi.

Gabi goes to the DiMera Mansion and looks in to the blocked off living room until Kristen appears behind her and startles her. Kristen accuses Gabi of breaking in to her house. Gabi clarifies that she still has her key from when she was married to Stefan. Kristen says she will need that back, but first questions what Gabi is doing here.

Brady finishes a call with Marlena at home as Belle comes out of her room. Belle asks if there’s any update on John. Brady says not much but Marlena said they did find some encrypted files so Steve is having the ISA work on them. Belle says that’s something but she was hoping to wake up to some news. Brady then reveals there is some other news as he informs her that EJ was shot last night.

EJ remains in a coma and dreams of the night he was shot.

Belle questions EJ being shot. Brady confirms that someone walked in and put a bullet right in his chest, then Chad found him lying on the living room floor. Belle asks if EJ is alive. Brady says he is, but he’s in bad shape. Belle asks how bad. Brady reveals that EJ is in a medically induced coma.

Shawn asks JJ if he and Gabi hit a rough patch. JJ says everything is fine between them, so Shawn asks what’s going on and encourages that he can tell him as they are partners. JJ is not sure how to say it but he’s wondering if it’s possible that Gabi could’ve been involved in EJ’s shooting.

Gabi hands over her key to Kristen. Kristen questions what brought her here. Gabi says it’s DiMera business as she needed Kristen to sign off on expense reports. Gabi adds that she stopped by her office but she wasn’t there. Kristen signs the papers and hands them back to Gabi. Kristen notes that she’s running late and points out they had a very eventful evening. Gabi calls it crazy that someone shot EJ and even crazier that he survived. Kristen says they removed the bullet but it’s still touch and go. Gabi asks if the police have any idea who did it. Kristen says no and asks if Gabi does.

Sophia asks if Holly is reacting this way because of the breakup and not wanting to see Tate. Holly says it’s not that and asks if Sophia is sure that Tate went to her house. Sophia confirms that she was just with him when he said he was going to see how she was doing. Sophia questions why Holly is acting like it’s some big catastrophe. Holly tells her it’s none of her damn business and runs away.

Doug III tells Tate that it’s not what he thinks. Tate argues that he’s nearly naked in Holly’s bedroom, so it looks to him like he’s sleeping with his girlfriend. Doug III then remarks that Holly’s not Tate’s girlfriend anymore.

Belle can’t believe EJ was shot. Brady explains that Kristen called him last night so he wouldn’t worry about Rachel being in the house. Belle guesses whoever did this was only after EJ.

Shawn questions JJ thinking Gabi might have shot EJ. JJ reminds Shawn that he went to Gabi’s house last night but the house was empty and he called her office, who said she had been gone for hours. Shawn asks if that’s why JJ thinks she could’ve done this. JJ reminds Shawn that Gabi almost shot EJ once before.

Gabi questions why the hell she would know anything about EJ’s shooting. Kristen points out that Gabi is dating JJ and he’s one of the detectives on this case. Gabi argues that he’s not giving her the inside scoop as detectives don’t share sensitive details with civilians, so JJ won’t tell her a damn thing. Kristen asks if that’s because she’s a civilian or a suspect.

Tate tells Doug III that he’s the reason that Holly broke up with him. Doug III argues that Tate ratted on him to Julie. Tate argues that he was doing that to protect Holly because Doug III was going to ruin her life. Doug III remarks that Tate did it because he was jealous. Tate calls him a loser and says he’s not jealous at all. Doug III argues that Tate hated that he and Holly were getting closer so he told Julie that he took the necklace. Tate calls him a jerk and corrects that he stole the necklace. Doug III argues that he added to Julie’s pain by telling her while Tate says he only told her that the guy she took in was a two-faced crook. Tate asks if he stole something else. Doug III admits he is partly to blame for Holly cutting him loose. Doug III tells Tate that when he and Holly woke up this morning, she told him that telling on him was just the last straw and that their relationship was hanging by a thread because it had been nothing but drama from the start. Tate calls that not even close to true. Doug III argues that Tate knocked up her best friend. Tate complains that he probably thinks that gave him the opening with Holly. Doug III argues that Holly wanted to be with Tate but he was always running off to doctor’s appointments with Sophia and when Holly needed someone, he was there which made Tate insane. Doug III tells Tate to just admit that he didn’t know how to get rid of him, so he went crying to Julie. Doug III asks what else he should expect from an insecure baby. Tate then punches Doug III in the face, knocking him down right as Holly arrives.

Sophia meets her mom in the town square. Amy asks about Tate joining them. Sophia assures that he will be and that he just had to take care of something important. Amy questions what could be more important than the future of her baby.

Holly questions what the hell is going on as she helps Doug III up. Tate says that’s what he wants to know since he walked in to find Doug III in his underwear. Tate questions if Holly is sleeping with him. Holly says no and admits that Doug III spent the night but he slept on the floor and it was completely innocent. Doug III says he tried to tell him that. Tate tells him to shut up while Holly holds him back. Holly argues that Doug III needed a place to stay and had nowhere else to go since Julie kicked him out because of Tate. Holly asks what Tate is even doing there. Tate says he came to see if she knew about EJ. Holly says she got the news alert. Tate then decides there’s nothing else to say then and storms out.

Belle tells Brady that she was there last night when she wore the wire to try and get EJ to admit what he did to Jada and Rafe. Belle says after EJ caught her, she got so upset and stormed out while now EJ is in a hospital bed, clinging to life. Brady asks how Belle is feeling. Belle admits she doesn’t know how to feel.

Shawn remembers JJ telling him about Gabi pulling a gun on EJ. JJ asks if he agrees that it’s not out of the question that she might do it again. Shawn questions if Gabi would risk going back to prison and losing Arianna. JJ wishes he could say no, but says before they found Rafe, Gabi was locked in and if he didn’t walk in, he thinks she would’ve blown EJ away right there. JJ worries that this time, no one was there to stop her.

Gabi questions why the hell Kristen would say she’s a suspect. Kristen points out that she certainly had a motive. Gabi says so does half the town. Kristen brings up Gabi hating EJ since he sent her to prison for Li’s murder and even moreso for what he did to Rafe and knowing he wouldn’t get prosecuted for it. Kristen asks if Gabi was angry enough to take out a gun last night and shoot him. Gabi responds that she could ask Kristen the same question.

Sophia tells Amy to chill out as Tate will be there any minute. Amy hopes so because she needs to know the baby is their first priority. Sophia promises that it is. Tate arrives and apologizes for being late. Sophia pulls Tate aside and asks if he’s okay since he seems kind of upset. Tate says he’s fine. Sophia asks if he’s sure since she ran in to Holly earlier and when she told her that Tate was at her house, she got really weird about it like she didn’t want him there. Tate responds that maybe it was because she had Doug III holed up in her room.

Doug III puts his shirt back on and jokes that at least Tate hit him before he got dressed. Holly recalls the last time he got blood all over his shirt. Doug III remembers Holly being so nice to him that day when she barely knew him and says he really has to stop doing this to her. Holly says he is her friend and then remembers she forgot to get him breakfast.

Belle tells Brady that she’s been trying so hard to get EJ out of her life but she just can’t do it. Brady understands she tried. Belle says wearing the wire didn’t work. Brady assures that he won’t judge her. Belle brings up EJ saying she only wore the wire because she couldn’t resist him and she only wanted to put him behind bars so there would be no more temptation. Belle questions what it means that she failed. Brady says EJ just knew what she was up to. Belle complains that EJ is way too smart to believe that she would just show up at his door and want to rekindle things. Belle calls it a very bad plan and admits that she suspected EJ would bust her, so maybe on some level, she wanted him to. Belle goes over the lies she told EJ about wanting to get back together, but maybe subconsciously EJ is right and she does want him and she doesn’t want him to go to prison because then he’d be gone. Belle adds that now she hears he was shot and she’s upset about a guy everyone knows is a monster. Belle asks what is wrong with her. Brady calls it the same dynamic that he had with Kristen as he knew she was wrong for him and difficult but he didn’t stop because the pull was too strong and that’s why he works very hard every day to make sure he doesn’t get sucked back in. Belle asks what if she can’t shake EJ no matter how hard she works. Belle brings up how EJ said he’d always be in her head, heart, and soul. Brady calls EJ a pompous ass who is going to gloat. Belle knows Brady hates EJ like eveyone else and says she wants to hate him too but she can’t.

Shawn asks JJ why he doesn’t just ask Gabi if he really thinks she might have shot EJ. JJ says he almost did last night right after it happened but accusing his girlfriend of attempted murder kind of seems like a relationship killer. Shawn feels secretly wondering if his girlfriend is an attempted murderer is not really good either. JJ knows he has to look in to it but he’s not sure how. Shawn tells him that he doesn’t think it was Gabi and points out that she’s not the only one who could have done it as there are a lot of other people it could be. JJ tells Shawn that Kristen is at the top of his list.

Kristen asks Gabi why she would want to shoot her own brother. Gabi argues that Kristen has a stronger motive than she does. Kristen says EJ didn’t send her away for a crime she didn’t commit. Gabi brings up that EJ sent her mother away so she couldn’t testify against him. Kristen questions how she knows about that. Gabi tells Kristen that she heard her telling Melinda and she thinks the whole office heard it. Gabi suggests Kristen remember that she was just upset with EJ as she was. Kristen questions if Gabi thinks she would kill the one person who could tell her where her mother was. Kristen claims that she doesn’t own a gun. Gabi says they both know she could get one, so the only question is did she use it?

Sophia asks Tate why Doug III was in Holly’s room. Amy calls them over so Tate tells Sophia not to worry about it. Amy then asks why they think she should reconsider giving Johnny and Chanel their baby. Sophia first thanks Amy for agreeing to meet with them. Amy says to get on with it. Sophia brings up the news about EJ. Amy says she’s been praying for him, remarking that it’s the sinners who need their prayers the most. Sophia says it sounds like EJ is in pretty bad shape and not that it’s a good thing but they know Amy’s main objection to the adoption was EJ being in the baby’s life, but now that EJ is in a coma, she won’t have to worry about that anymore. Amy believes EJ will recover. Sophia says if he recovers, it could be years from now and they don’t know what condition he will be in. Sophia adds that Johnny and Chanel did move out of the mansion. Amy admits to being fond of Paulina. Tate adds that Paulina is the mayor so her place has tons of security. Sophia knows Amy was worried that EJ would have an influence on the baby’s life, but now that he’s out of commission, there’s no longer a chance of that happening anymore. Sophia states that EJ just has nothing to do with this anymore. Sophia suggests the timing of this incident is a sign that she should change her mind. Amy calls it worth considering, but the only two people who can guarantee that EJ will be out of the picture are Johnny and Chanel, so she will need to speak to them before making any decisions. Amy tells Sophia to get to school on time and walks away, leaving Sophia and Tate pleased with how things went.

Holly tells Doug III about running in to Sophia and then hurrying to get home when she found out Tate was coming. Doug III brings up that he ignored the knock on the door like she said to, but Tate just opened it and walked in. Holly apologizes for not getting there sooner to stop Tate from slugging him. Doug III says she picked him up off the floor which counts for something and he understands why Tate would be pissed to find him in her room. Holly feels that still gave him no right to hit him. Holly says she will go downstairs to get them breakfast and exits.

Brady tells Belle that he doesn’t want her to beat herself up over EJ. Belle asks how she couldn’t when she just admitted to caring about a guy who has hurt so many people she loves. Brady calls EJ a despicable person, but just because she cares about him doesn’t make her despicable. Brady argues that it means she’s good hearted for having compassion for another human. Belle asks why she feels flooded with shame then. Brady states that what she had with EJ was very intense and she can’t just shut that off, like he can’t shut off his addiction. Brady says it takes time and just because she has thoughts or feelings that she doesn’t want to have, doesn’t mean she’s a bad person. Brady encourages that Belle will get through this and says he loves her. Belle thanks him as they hug. Brady says now he has to get to Rachel’s school to make sure she’s okay. Brady asks if Belle will be okay alone. Belle says she will be fine, so Brady exits.

Kristen warns Gabi that accusing her boss of attempted murder is not a wise career move. Gabi responds that accusing her employees doesn’t do well for workplace morale. Gabi thinks after the damage the article did to DiMera, she could use all the loyalty she could get. Kristen guesses that’s true but she’s not in a trusting mood. Gabi says that makes two of them and exits the mansion. Kristen looks back in to the living room with the blood spot on the floor.

JJ tells Shawn about how he questioned Kristen last night and she couldn’t get away from him fast enough. Shawn calls her story lame while JJ adds that Kristen said Rachel slept through the entire thing. Shawn thinks Kristen may know more than she’s saying and suggests giving her another run but JJ feels that’d be a waste of time as he can’t imagine she would say any more than she did. Shawn declares that they will just have to go about this another way then.

Sophia and Tate sit together as Sophia says things with Amy went better than she expected. Tate agrees that it went really well. Sophia can tell he’s still upset about what happened at Holly’s, so she asks him to finish telling her about it. Tate informs her that Doug III slept on the floor in Holly’s room last night because Holly said he had nowhere else to go and when he walked in, Doug III was in his boxers and Holly said nothing happened. Tate adds that Holly wasn’t there at first and Doug III said some stuff to piss him off, so he hit him. Tate declares it definitely is the end of the road for he and Holly.

Holly returns to her room with cereal in mugs for her and Doug III. Doug III calls it a perfect last meal since now that Tate knows he’s here, he probably shouldn’t get too comfortable since he doesn’t see why Tate wouldn’t tell Maggie that he’s there. Holly wants to think he wouldn’t, but she didn’t think he would tell Julie about the necklace. Holly remarks that she thought she knew Tate really well but maybe she doesn’t know him at all.

Belle goes to see EJ in the hospital.

Kristen goes to leave the DiMera Mansion right as JJ and Shawn arrive. Kristen says she’s on her way to the office and doesn’t have time to talk. JJ tells her that they aren’t there to talk as they have a warrant to search her bedroom. Kristen tells them to go ahead as she has to get to the office. Shawn informs Kristen that the warrant includes her personal belongings like her bag. JJ asks Kristen for the bag. Kristen asks if this is really necessary. Shawn confirms that it is, so Kristen hands the bag over to JJ and JJ finds her gun inside.

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Tate sits at home and texts Holly, saying he’s really sorry and asks if they can talk.

Holly wakes up to see Tate’s text.

Philip joins Kate at the Brady Pub and tells her that his morning is going superb since Alex agreed to go along with he and Stephanie’s lie, so Xander still doesn’t know about the forged letter. Philip notes Kate being distracted and asks what could be more important than them avoiding going to prison for fraud. Kate brings up EJ. Philip assures that EJ won’t hurt him and he’s not afraid of him. Kate tells him that EJ won’t be coming after him or anyone as she shows him the article on EJ’s shooting.

Stephanie has a nightmare about finding Alex in bed with Sarah, then wakes up in a panic. Alex encourages her that it was just a bad dream and she’s fine, but it obviously upset her a lot so he asks if she remembers what it was about.

Xander joins Sarah in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion after his workout. Xander comments on wishing he had another hour to work off all the stress from everything that happened last night with Stephanie, Philip, and Alex. Xander remarks that he can’t believe Stephanie and Philip were betraying Alex like that behind his back. Sarah calls it a shock to all of them, but thinks Alex and Stephanie will be able to move past it. Xander has a hard time believing anyone can move past something like that. Xander hopes it doesn’t negatively affect their working relationship as he doesn’t want anything to mess up their plans to seize DiMera when they are so close. Sarah then says there’s something she needs to tell him. Sarah thinks back to confronting Philip and Kate over the forged letter. Xander asks what she needs to tell him. Sarah responds that she’s been lying to him.

Doug III wakes up on the floor of Holly’s bedroom.

Stephanie tells Alex that her nightmare was nothing. Alex says it didn’t seem like nothing to her and guesses it was a sex dream. Stephanie responds that she’s fine now and wants to drop it. Alex questions if her dream was about having sex with Philip. Stephanie assures it wasn’t that, but about Alex and Sarah in bed.

Xander questions what Sarah would have to lie to him about. Sarah says it’s about the secret that Philip and Stephanie have been keeping. Xander points out that it’s not a secret anymore and all out in the open, so he asks what else she could know about it. Sarah thinks back to convincing Stephanie to keep the secret. Xander says she’s starting to scare him and asks what it is. Sarah then tells him that she knew that Philip was sleeping with Stephanie.

Philip reads the article and questions having no idea who shot EJ. Kate believes half of Salem would like to shake the hand of whoever it was and calls it a shame that they didn’t kill him. Philip then wonders if Kate shot EJ.

Doug III comments to Holly that he slept a lot better than on the park bench and says he’s really grateful that she let him stay, but he’s worried that she will get in trouble. Holly assures that she won’t. Doug III brings up Maggie and Julie being really close and worries about Maggie finding out. Holly assures that she can handle it. Doug III asks what about Tate having an issue with him sleeping in her room. Holly responds that even if he does have an issue, it wouldn’t be her problem anymore. Holly then informs Doug III that she broke up with Tate.

Sophia shows up at Tate’s door and informs him that EJ was shot last night in his own home. Tate is shocked and worries about Rachel living there. Sophia tells him that the news said everyone else was okay but EJ had to get rushed to the hospital and put in a medically induced coma, so he’s in critical condition. Tate says he’s hardly EJ’s biggest fan but he’s still Johnny’s father and Rachel’s uncle. Sophia adds that he was also Holly’s stepdad before. Tate wonders if Holly knows and how she’s taking it since she was furious with EJ over what he did to Eric and Nicole, but it still can’t be easy for her. Sophia encourages that maybe now things will go easier for them since EJ getting shot could be the answer to their prayers.

Kate questions Philip thinking she tried to kill a man. Philip says he wasn’t accusing her and he knows she was freaking out over EJ’s threats, so he wondered if maybe she took action. Kate assures that she did not shoot EJ. Philip remarks that it wouldn’t be the first time that Kate used a gun to take care of an enemy..

Xander tells Sarah that she’s not making any sense since he is the one who told her about Philip and Stephanie. Sarah reveals that she was faking it and that she knew before he found out. Xander questions how. Sarah informs him that Stephanie told her.

Alex questions Stephanie having a dream that he was having sex with Sarah. Stephanie guesses it’s all thanks to the ridiculous lie about her sleeping with Philip behind his back. Stephanie admits she’s been obsessing about it lately. Alex isn’t too thrilled about it either. Alex gets why Sarah wouldn’t want Xander to know the real secret but feels the whole cover story has him looking like a simp. Stephanie admits it doesn’t paint her in the most flattering way either so Alex questions why they are going along with it. Alex gets that it would turn Titan upside down if Xander found out the truth that Philip forged the letter and basically stole half of his birth right, but feels Xander has the right to know he’s been duped.

Kate tells Philip that if he’s talking about Vivian, he knows that was an accident. Philip argues that it’s not how Vivian sees it. Kate asks if he’s taking the word of a psychopath over his own mother. Kate reminds him that Vivian already paid her back for accidentally shooting her by shooting her in cold blood and burying her alive. Philip points out that it’s also because of Vivian that he controls half of his father’s company which they agree is good. Philip points out that Kate also tried to kill Sami, Chloe, and Victor a couple of times and she’s been known to carry a gun for protection. Philip declares that the one thing the people of Salem know about Kate is that she will go to great lengths to protect the people she cares about, especially her family, so it’s not so far-fetched for him to wonder if maybe she gunned EJ down to stop him from hurting the people she loves.

Tate asks if he just heard that Sophia thinks EJ being gunned down in his own home is a good thing. Sophia insists that she hates gun violence and her heart goes out to his family, but asks if Tate hasn’t considered what this could mean for the adoption since her mom’s biggest concern was not wanting EJ involved. Tate points out that EJ is in a coma, but he’s not dead. Sophia knows it’s horrible that he was shot, but she’s looking for a silver lining. Sophia says if it takes EJ awhile to recover, her mom shouldn’t have any more problems with Johnny and Chanel adopting their baby. Sophia says she’s sorry as she knows this is messed up but asks if Tate isn’t a tiny bit relieved, feeling the adoption has caused them enough trouble including trouble for he and Holly. Tate then informs Sophia that Holly isn’t really a factor anymore because she just broke up with him.

Holly finishes a shower and tells Doug III that it’s all his. Doug III asks if she really broke things off with Tate and what happened. Holly explains that they just got in to a stupid fight about Tate snitching on Doug III for stealing Julie’s necklace. Holly says she really let him have it for that and it ended badly. Doug III asks why she didn’t tell him when she got home last night. Holly says she didn’t want to rehash it. Doug III blames himself as the reason they broke up.

Stephanie questions Alex wanting to tell Xander the truth about the forgery. Xander repeats that he knows there’s a downside to turning Titan upside down and pitting the brothers against each other, but he also knows what it’s like to be duped by somebody very close to you. Alex adds that he’s not crazy about the idea of Xander thinking he’s some chump who can’t keep his woman satisfied. Stephanie assures that he does as they kiss.

Xander questions Sarah about Stephanie telling her that she and Philip were sneaking around behind Alex’s back. Sarah explains that Stephanie needed to get it off her chest and needed a confidant, so she opened up to her and said she felt horrible about it. Xander doesn’t understand why Sarah didn’t tell him about it at the time. Sarah says she didn’t want to betray Stephanie since she said she wanted to come clean about it and was looking for the right time, so it wasn’t her secret to tell and that’s why she wanted him to drop his suspicions because she knew he was onto them and she just wanted to protect her friend. Sarah tells Xander that she’s so sorry for lying to him but she thought it was better if no one knew. Sarah asks if Xander can forgive her. Xander asks if she’s serious and how he could be mad at her for protecting her friend. Xander points out that it hardly compares to some of the secrets he’s kept from her over the years. Sarah calls that a fair point. Xander says at the end of the day, Alex and Philip are family, but any secret about them won’t directly impact he and Sarah. Xander assures that she’s completely forgiven and hugs Sarah.

Alex tells Stephanie that he’s absolutely crazy about her. Alex then asks if her if it’s better being with him than Philip. Stephanie doesn’t want to compare romantic partners and questions him bringing up Philip. Stephanie then tells Alex that he is better than Philip. Alex says he’s always welcome to reassurance. Stephanie then asks if she’s better than all the women he’s been with. Alex admits he’s been involved with a fair amount of women, but not one of them comes remotely close to her as they kiss.

Kate tells Philip that she’s only going to say this once, she did not shoot EJ. Kate says now the interrogation is over and she can eat her food. Philip is happy to know she won’t be going to prison any time soon. Philip decides he should get going since he and Xander have a lot to talk about now that another DiMera has been taken off the board. Kate says she’ll see him later as Philip then exits the Pub. Kate looks back at the article and remarks that EJ finally got what was coming to him.

Sophia guesses things didn’t go well when Holly confronted Tate about ratting Doug III out to Julie. Tate asks how she knew about that. Sophia explains that she ran in to Doug III in the town square and he mentioned that Holly seemed pretty pissed as she was going to confront him. Tate says pissed was an understatement and that Doug III loved it. Sophia asks what happened between Tate and Holly. Tate says that Holly claimed he did it because he was jealous which is not entirely untrue. Sophia encourages that Holly will come around in time, pointing out that they’ve had issues before. Tate thinks they have finally had one issue too many, thanks to Doug Williams III.

Holly questions Doug III as to why it would be his fault. He argues that if not for him, she and Tate would still be together. Holly disagrees and says they broke up for a bunch of reasons. Holly admits maybe some of the reasons involved Doug III but that still doesn’t make it his fault. Holly says it’s been one crisis after another since they first got together and she thinks it all came to an end when he got Sophia pregnant. Holly feels like an idiot for thinking they could get past that and says she’s starting to realize their relationship was doomed. Holly says Tate telling Julie may have been the last straw but nothing Doug III did caused that to happen as that was all Tate. Doug III says he’s still really sorry she had to go through that. Holly questions if he really is. Doug III says she’s his friend and he cares about her. Holly brings up that he cares about her as more than just a friend and asks if it’s really a crazy thought to think he might be a little happy that she and Tate broke up. Holly then gets an alert on her phone that EJ was shot last night and is in critical condition at the hospital. Doug III says he was her stepdad so he understands if she needs to get to the hospital. Holly says she’s just shocked but doesn’t think anyone is expecting her to visit, so she’ll just check in with Johnny later. Holly offers to go get him breakfast before she goes to school. Doug III says he’ll figure something out but Holly says that might get him caught so it’s safer if he stays in here. Holly tells him to go ahead and shower and ignore if anyone knocks on the door. Doug III thanks Holly as she exits.

Sophia finishes a call with her mom, saying they will meet her in the town square later. She then informs Tate that Amy is willing to reopen the adoption discussion so she guesses the news about EJ really did have an impact. Tate feels like he should go check on Holly. Sophia questions that and argues that if she wanted to talk to him, she would’ve just texted him back. Sophia asks if he thinks Holly will forgive him or just say the break up was a big mistake. Tate tells Sophia he will meet her in the town square and thanks her for talking to her mom because he wants the adoption to go through as much as anyone. Tate then exits.

Philip goes to the Kiriakis Mansion where Xander says they were just talking about him and the sordid situation with Alex and Stephanie. Xander hopes he’s right in assuming this particular chapter of his romantic life is at an end. Philip confirms that he and Stephanie are over for good this time. Xander guesses that means they can get back to work. Sarah takes that as her cue to leave and says she’s needed at the hospital anyway, so she exits. Xander asks Philip what’s first on the agenda. Philip informs him that the agenda has been set for them as he reveals EJ has been shot which means things just went from bad to worse for the DiMeras.

Alex asks Stephanie what her schedule is for the day. Stephanie says she has a strategy session for the hospital fundraiser in the morning, a meeting with Paulina at City Hall in the afternoon, and drinks with a potential new client in the evening. She then asks what his schedule is. Alex says he’s meeting with Xander and Philip at the Kiriakis Mansion. Stephanie asks if he’s decided what he’s going to do about the secret. Alex admits that he’s still not sure but he’s leaning towards telling Xander the truth and letting the chips fall where they may. Stephanie points out that those chips may involve Sarah and Xander’s marriage. Stephanie says she’s not trying to guilt trip him and just wanted to remind him of what’s at stake. Stephanie says Sarah is her friend and she’d love to help her, but it’s his family and not hers so she will stand by whatever decision Alex chooses to make.

Holly walks through the town square, leaving a message for Nicole that it’s about EJ. Holly sees Sophia and tries to walk away but Sophia calls out to her and says she heard about Holly and Tate’s breakup. Sophia says that Tate feels awful. Holly doesn’t want to talk about it. Sophia tells her that Tate does and that’s why he went to her house. Holly questions when he went. Sophia says he’s probably there now which causes Holly to worry.

Doug III gets out of the shower as Tate knocks on the door to Holly’s room. Tate asks if they can talk and then opens the door to find Doug III shirtless inside.

Stephanie goes to the hospital and greets Sarah. Sarah thanks Stephanie for convincing Alex to go along with her story as she knows it’s a lot to ask. Stephanie warns her not to thank her yet because Alex is still considering telling Xander the truth.

Xander remarks that EJ finally got what was coming to him. Alex arrives and greets them. Xander tells them to ease up and mentions that Philip just assured him that his relationship with Stephanie is in the past. Alex says it’s alright and repeats that he and Philip came to an understanding. Philip confirms that Alex was very mature about the whole thing. Xander is glad that’s settled and then shows Alex the article on EJ’s shooting which he says could end up being their silver bullet. Xander declares that Kristen is one crisis away from a straitjacket while EJ is fighting for his life in a coma. Alex suggests they should hold off on dancing on his grave. Xander feels now is the time to get one step closer to taking over DiMera, thanks to whoever pulled the trigger.

Kate remains at the Pub and looks at her gun in her purse.

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JJ joins the police team at the DiMera Mansion. JJ brings how a lot of people live there to question including the servants. JJ asks if Jada is there yet but the cop says they haven’t been able to reach her.

Jada is drinking at the bar and calls out to the bartender that she’s ready for round three or four.

Rafe goes home with a six pack of beer and thinks back to talking to Gabi about EJ being to blame for everything. Javi comes out of his bedroom and comments to Rafe that he’s glad someone is finally home since Leo cut their date short and he was getting bored. Rafe responds that he just went out for some beer. Javi questions why he did that when they had plenty in the fridge. Rafe guesses he didn’t see that. Javi remarks that Rafe looks like he has the weight of the world on his shoulders and asks him what’s wrong.

Gabi runs in to Leo in the town square. Leo questions her being in a rush.

JJ comments that they will see what the evidence tells them about what happened. Kristen rushes in to question if it’s true. JJ complains about the crime scene tape not being up. Kristen asks if EJ was shot. JJ confirms that Chad found EJ on the floor with a single bullet to the chest and blood everywhere. Kristen then asks if EJ is dead.

At the hospital, Kayla informs Chad that EJ made it through surgery and is stable, but the bullet caused a lot of damage internally so EJ is not out of the woods and the next 24 hours will be critical in his survival.

Rafe tells Javi that nothing is wrong but Javi senses something is off big time. Rafe asks if they really have to do this. Javi says there’s no one else for him to bother. Rafe then admits he’s not in a good place as he found out something terrible last night, that involves EJ DiMera. Javi tells him to go on. Rafe informs Javi that when EJ was holding him captive, Jada slept with another man. Javi can’t believe it and argues that he knows that’s not true because Jada never had sex with Arnold. Rafe then clarifies that he’s not talking about Arnold.

Shawn finds Jada at the bar. Jada tells him that she’s so glad he’s there because she hates drinking alone and she could use the company. Shawn responds that he’s afraid he can’t join her. Jada offers to order him a club soda but Shawn declines. Jada asks how else they are going to toast to the big news. Shawn questions what big news.

Gabi tells Leo that she just doesn’t like being out on her own because you never know who you will run in to. Leo remarks to Gabi that there is a killer amongst them. Gabi questions what he’s talking about. Leo reveals that somebody tried to murder EJ DiMera.

JJ informs Kristen that Chad said EJ was still alive when he got to the hospital and he was still in surgery when he left. Kristen says she should get dressed and get over there but JJ says not so fast.

Jada informs Shawn that Rafe kicked her out of the house. Shawn says he’s so sorry as he wondered how Rafe would react to the news. Shawn knew Rafe would be upset but hoped he’d be a little more understanding. Jada responds that he wasn’t understanding at all but was angry and hurt. Jada remarks that Rafe was being held captive while she was cheating on him with Shawn.

Javi is shocked when Rafe tells him that Jada slept with Shawn. Javi guesses it was after Arnold put Jada through the ringer and feels it makes sense why she seeked comfort in another man. Javi insists that Jada is a good woman, who had her heart broken so he needs to forgive her. Rafe responds that he doesn’t know if he can.

Kristen argues to JJ that she needs to get to the hospital because her brother might be dying. JJ says not before he asks her some questions like where she was tonight. Kristen responds that she was at Brady’s to see how he was holding up with his father missing. JJ questions how long she was there. Kristen says she doesn’t know but that he can call Brady if he doesn’t believe her. JJ asks if she saw EJ when she came home. Kristen thinks back to confronting EJ about her mother and pulling out her gun afterwards. Kristen then tells JJ that they spoke briefly and that EJ said he wanted to be left alone, so she left him alone.

Gabi questions Leo saying someone tried to murder EJ. Leo explains that EJ is still alive, so there is a would-be killer unless he doesn’t make it. Gabi asks how it happened. Leo responds that EJ was shot point blank in the chest in his own home, so he rushed over to the DiMera Mansion to try to get the scoop. Leo notes that the police were tight lipped but there’s a chance EJ might not make it. Gabi calls that good and says the bastard deserves a one way ticket to Hell.

Chad asks Kayla what they are dealing with. Kayla explains that the bullet punctured one of EJ’s lungs and he lost a lot of blood, but he’s very lucky because the bullet just missed his heart. Chad asks if he can see him. Kayla says just for a little bit. Cat asks Chad if she can do anything. Chad tells her to just say a prayer for his brother as he heads to EJ’s room.

Javi questions Rafe saying he doesn’t think he can forgive Jada. Javi thinks he’s being a little unfair when Jada was a victim like Rafe and loves him so much. Rafe questions Jada not being able to tell the difference between he and Arnold, which makes him think Jada never knew who he was at all.

Shawn argues that Jada didn’t know that EJ was holding Rafe captive and they all thought Arnold was Rafe. Jada brings up Rafe going on about how she should’ve known the difference and agrees that she should have figured it out. Shawn feels she’s being way too hard on herself. Jada appreciates him being kind and says she’s glad she ran in to him. Shawn admits it wasn’t a coincidence as he came to track her down. Jada questions what happened. Shawn informs her that there’s been a high profile shooting.

JJ questions what Kristen did after speaking with EJ. Kristen responds that she went upstairs to check on Rachel and took a shower until a cop told her what happened. JJ questions her not hearing the gunshot and why she was taking a shower. Kristen responds that she always showers before bed. JJ asks if she’s sure there was no other reason, like washing off blood or gunshot residue.

Leo didn’t realize how much Gabi hated EJ. Gabi complains that EJ sent her to prison for a crime she didn’t commit and then ruined her marriage with Stefan as well as kidnapping Rafe. Gabi states that EJ got what was coming to him which Leo calls debatable. Leo asks Gabi who she thinks did it. Gabi responds that she has no idea, but whoever it was is a hero in her book because EJ needed to pay. Leo asks if he can quote her on that.

Kayla tells Cat that it’s getting late, so she is sure Chad would understand if she went home. Cat says she wants to stay since Chad doesn’t really have anyone. Kayla brings up this bringing back memories for Chad. Cat notes that Chad was talking about losing Abigail. Kayla says she meant with EJ since he was shot before by one of Clyde’s men. Cat questions how many lives Clyde has destroyed. Kayla explains that at the time, everyone thought EJ had died from his injuries but later found out that Stefano revived him and recuperated him in secret for years. Cat knows Chad and EJ have not always had the best relationship, but she knows Chad loves EJ and is so afraid to lose him again.

Chad sits at EJ’s side in his hospital room and tells him that he’s not alone and he will always be there for him. Chad is sure EJ is still pissed off at him printing the article about him, but he’s his brother and he loves him. Chad mentions leaving a voicemail for EJ’s mother and speaking to Sydney and Johnny. Chad comments that Johnny will be there soon as he knows he will want to see him right away. EJ then starts having a seizure so Chad runs out to call for help. Kayla comes in and tells Chad to wait outside as she needs to work.

Kristen questions if JJ is accusing her of shooting her own brother. JJ says he’s just asking questions. Kristen argues that they don’t always get along, but she would never try to kill EJ or anyone else. JJ argues that they both know that’s not true, bringing up what Kristen did to Victor Kiriakis and to his ex-girlfriend Haley. Kristen tells him that he knows Haley’s death was a terrible accident. Kristen adds that the number of people with a reason to shoot EJ could fill the town square. JJ thinks back to Gabi.

Leo tells Gabi that he’s quoting her for his story on the shooting but Gabi complains that she was off the record and if he includes that, people will think she shot EJ. Leo questions if she has an alibi. Gabi reminds Leo that she let him move in to her house when she could have put her foot down, but she gave in so he and Javi could be together. Gabi asks him to forget her diatribe about EJ. Leo agrees to delete it from his memory. Leo decides he should get home and start typing his story. Leo offers Gabi a ride home, but she tells him to go ahead as she has something to do first.

Javi asks Rafe if Jada was supposed to think there was somebody out there who looked exactly like Rafe, arguing that EJ and Arnold had them all fooled. Rafe complains that Jada should’ve known him better as he was going to spend the rest of his life with her. Javi argues that he still can and asks if Jada said she had feelings for Shawn. Rafe admits that Jada said she still loves him. Javi knows Rafe is angry, hurt, and frustrated by urges him not to take it out on Jada. Javi says he should direct his anger at EJ. Rafe responds that he already made plans to make sure EJ pays…

Jada questions Shawn about EJ being shot and why no one called her. Shawn says they tried but she didn’t pick up. Shawn understands she wanted to disconnect and says they don’t have a lot as JJ is taking the lead on this while he volunteered to come find her. Jada decides she’s ready and will be fine after a glasso f water. Shawn then notices Jada’s holster is empty and questions where her gun is. Jada responds that she doesn’t know. Shawn asks if she lost it at the bar. Jada says she locked in her desk when she got off duty, admitting she wasn’t thinking straight after her run in with Rafe. Jada asks Shawn to take her to the DiMera Mansion but Shawn doesn’t think that’s a good idea because she’s obviously tipsy and doesn’t want to show up to work like that. Shawn tells Jada to let JJ handle this for the night while she goes home to sleep this off. Jada reminds him that she doesn’t have a home, so Shawn decides he will take her back to his place.

Javi questions how exactly Rafe plans on making EJ pay. Rafe tells him to forget it as it’s been a long day and he doesn’t want to talk about EJ DiMera anymore. Leo then comes home and announces the news that EJ has been shot and was hanging by a thread as he was taken to the hospital. Rafe asks if they have any idea who did it. Leo says not yet and imagines it will be hard to narrow down a suspect with the amount of people who hate EJ. Javi asks where it happened. Leo reveals that it was right in his own living room. Rafe thinks back to planting the bugging device in the room. Rafe then says he remembered he has to take care of something, so he will see them later and quickly exits. Leo comments on Rafe’s hurry and questions what someone would have to take care of at this time of evening.

Kristen asks JJ if he has any more questions. JJ questions Rachel sleeping through the whole thing which Kristen confirms. Kristen tells JJ that she did not shoot EJ, but he needs to find out who did before they get away with murder. Kristen prays it was only attempted murder and says if they are done here, she will go check on Rachel and then call Chad to check on EJ. JJ tells Kristen not to go in the living room since it’s a crime scene and not to leave town. Kristen questions why she would leave town when all she wants is for him to find who did this to her brother to make sure they spend the rest of their lives behind bars. Kristen looks in to the living room before heading back upstairs.

Gabi remains in the town square and calls the hospital, hoping for an update on EJ. Gabi notes that she’s not currently family but she used to be, but they hang up on her.

Chad sits with Cat and tells her about EJ having a seizure. Chad wonders if he shouldn’t have gone in his room as maybe his presence upset EJ, so he blames himself. Cat asks what he’s talking about. Chad brings up the article he printed, so he’s sure it brought up angry emotions for people that EJ has wronged and then someone shot him, so he feels like he instigated it. Cat argues that EJ’s actions are responsible for what happened, not the article. Cat feels Chad is suffering enough about this without blaming himself. Chad agrees to stop blaming himself. Chad admits he’s scared as he doesn’t want to lose his brother. Cat then hugs him.

Jada thanks Shawn for the offer but worries that Rafe wouldn’t be too thrilled. Shawn points out that Rafe kicked her out and it’s late, so he doesn’t think Rafe has much say in where she sleeps tonight. Jada agrees and suspects that Rafe doesn’t give a damn what she does, so they exit the bar together.

Kristen comes back downstairs and looks in to the living room at the blood stain on the floor. Kristen then heads back upstairs while Rafe sneaks in to the living room. Rafe retrieves the bugging device he planted on the statue in the room and quickly escapes.

Leo asks Javi where he thinks Rafe went. Javi says he has no idea but talks about Rafe acting strange all night, making excuses about why he wasn’t home and his body language. Javi brings up Rafe mentioning making EJ pay. Leo asks if he thinks Rafe shot EJ. Javi notes that Rafe does hate EJ. Leo points out that Gabi does too and she made no secret about it when he ran in to her earlier.

Gabi wishes EJ would hurry up and die already. JJ approaches and tells Gabi that he was just abou to call her, asking if she heard about EJ. Gabi confirms that Leo told her and asks if he knows if EJ made it through surgery. JJ says he hasn’t had a chance to check in as he was busy at the scene. Gabi asks if he has any idea who shot EJ. JJ recalls the night he found Gabi holding her gun on EJ. JJ then tells Gabi that it’s too early to know anything for sure.

Chad gets a text from Kristen and says he doesn’t know what to tell her. Cat suggests waiting until they know more. Kayla comes back and says they got the seizure under control but those can impede his recovery. Kayla then announces that to prevent that, they have put EJ in a medically induced coma.

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