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Days Short Recap Thursday, February 6, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Michele Johnson

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Recap written by Michele and Cheryl

Chad checked on Julie to see how she was doing and asked about her therapy. Julie told him that the session went well but it wouldn’t help with her problem. She said she was lost without Doug. They continued to talk about losing someone you love. While they were talking, Julie said she was willing to ease up on Cat because Clyde forced her to do what she did. When Julie said Chad and Cat were friends, he said they weren’t friends but could be someday. Julie said she would stop criticizing Cat but there were times when things might happen. She said she hoped Cat got the job working for Marlena. Chad left to go to the office. Xander went to the hospital to ask Sarah to go out to dinner with him. Sarah told him about everyone getting poisoned. When Xander brought up Justin and Philip, Sarah asked if he and Philip were getting along. Xander said he and Philip were getting along and were going to war against the DiMeras. Sarah was upset about it until Xander said they were doing it legitimately. He promised they would be careful and said it was Philip’s idea to go after the DiMeras. Sarah wondered why Philip changed his mind. Xander said Philp was less cautious since he wasn’t with Stephanie.

Alex and Stephanie talked about wanting to be together after what happened to them. Stephanie said the scripts were poisoned. Alex said Joy was poisoned too. He called Joy, but she didn’t answer. They went to check on Joy. When they got to Joy’s place, she was unconscious. They took her to the hospital. Sarah was afraid that she was under the poison for too long but there was an antidote that could help. Alex and Sarah talked about the antidote. Joy woke up and wondered where she was. In the receptionist area, Xander and Stephanie talked about Philip. Stephanie thought of her conversation with Philip. Before Stephanie could say anything, Sarah showed up to say how Joy was doing. Stephanie went to see Joy. When Xander left to get takeout, Sarah texted Philip. Kate talked to Philip about what was going on at Body and Soul. When Kate told him about the poisoning, he was concerned that Stephanie could have gotten hurt. Kate told him Stephanie quit the show. She said the soap has been more trouble than it’s worth and questioned if it was worth the trouble. Kate changed the subject by asking him about getting along with Xander. Philip said they were getting along. Kate was glad he was working with Xander. He told her that he and Xander were going after DiMera. Kate was concerned about Sarah causing trouble. She said Sarah knew his secret. Philip said he would have heard something by now if something happened. Sarah showed up to confront Philip. She reminded him that he was supposed to keep Xander in line and work with him. Philip said he was working with him and would keep him from breaking the law. Sarah said Philip wasn’t a great influence on Xander and considered telling him the truth. He asked her to be reasonable because no one would be there to keep an eye on Xander. She said they were going to be playing by her rules. Sarah said they could take over DiMera but if something went wrong, she was pulling the plug on it. Alex told Stephanie that it wasn’t the right time to break up with Joy and would do it when she was better. He said he wanted to be with her. When they kissed, Joy came out of her room and saw them.

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Days Short Recap Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Michele and Cheryl

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Recap written by Michele and Cheryl

Kayla collapsed in Steve’s arms. He took her to the couch, but she was barely breathing. Steve took matters into his own hands and called 9-1-1. Alex and Stephanie admitted they wanted to be together, but he fell to the couch before kissing her. She was able to wake him after he passed out. Stephanie called the police. She was put on hold so she decided to take care of him by herself. The hospital sent someone out, but Stephanie was able to help him. Johnny wondered why Leo killed off Seth from the show. He didn’t feel right and passed out. Chanel helped him by waking him up. She called an ambulance, but she was told to wait because there were a lot of people calling. She took matters into her own hands and took him to the hospital. Leo put it together and realized the stalker created the new scripts for the show. Hattie fell on his bed, and he wanted her off the bed. He started panicking when he realized that she wasn’t waking up. Leo thought about their times together, but she was gone. He tapped her head with his gloved hand. Leo tried to figure out who she died until she started murmuring. He was shocked that she was alive. Abe figured out who was behind the attacks. He couldn’t believe that he didn’t figure it out sooner. Abe’s picture was crossed out with a red X by the stalker. Whitley was in her hospital room when Abe showed up. She wondered what took him so long to get there. He saw the board with everyone’s picture crossed out. Abe accused her of attacking his cast. Whitley informed him that his suspicions were right. Abe figured it was her when Kassandra was killed by a cat. Whitley admitted she did it and would do it again. She explained that Abe and the rest of the cast ruined her favorite soap opera. He couldn’t believe her reasoning for stalking the cast. She wanted to show him the error of his ways before the show was destroyed. Abe wanted to know how she went after Bonnie while she was in Bayview. Whitley explained how the people at Bayview thought she was harmless. She followed social media to find out everything she needed to take them out. Whitley explained how the show was all she had after losing her husband and said that Abe was next. The nurse was about to inject him with a vial of poison when Paulina arrived to stop her. Paulina wasn’t going to let Abe deal with Whitley alone. She hoped that the other people she attacked got help too.

Sarah found Seth reading a script. He informed her that he’s been fired from the show. Seth couldn’t believe his character was getting killed off the show when he was a great actor. He ranted about letting the show to get filmed at the hospital. Seth continued his rant and talked about dying the way Whitley King’s husband died. Sarah defended Whitley by reminding him about the way she lost her husband. Seth was more concerned with how he died on the show. He started coughing and clutching his chest. Seth was in pain so he sat down. Sarah raced to check on him. Steve brought Kayla to the hospital and explained what happened to Sarah. Sarah told him what happened to Seth. After talking with Steve, she was convinced they were poisoned. Steve sat by Kayla’s bed and wished for her to come back to him. Chanel and Johnny arrived at the hospital. Sarah told them that she thinks the scripts were poisoned. Later Sarah created an antidote to stop the poison from harming anyone. She took the antidote to Kayla’s room and injected her. After she left Kayla’s room, she went to Johnny’s with the antidote. She assured Chanel that he would make a full recovery. After Sarah left the room, Johnny promised he wouldn’t leave Chanel again. Chanel realized how much he meant to her when she almost lost him. She believed that everything that happened will make them stronger. They promised not to take each other for granted again. The couple kissed each other.

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Days Transcript Thursday, February 6, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025March 1, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[light music]

So I went to see Mark today. He really misses you.

I miss him too.

Yeah, I know you do. [sighs] I know–I know how upset you are about the fact that he’s in prison. I am too. I am too, especially because he was just trying to save Mom.

I know.

It’s just…[sighs] Not everyone sees it that way.

[dramatic music]

Hey, Julie. Julie. Hey.

Oh, Chad, my goodness, I didn’t realize you were here.

That’s OK. I just got here. How you doing?

All right–I mean, as all right as I can be.

Yeah, well, I’m sorry I was gone so long.

Oh, that was no problem. Your children were angels, as always.

Not always.

Always for me.

Well, that’s good for you.

[chuckles]

Are they sleeping?

Yeah. The guys put them to sleep. I was not of much help this evening, I’m afraid.

Well, I’m sure that’s not true. And if JJ and Doug needed you, I’m sure you would have been there.

I’ve been meaning to ask how the session with–with Marlena went.

Fine, I guess. Sit down. What I really appreciate is, Marlena did not pressure me about coming back. She said we can have this one session, and you go home, you think about it, and then decide whether or not you want to return.

Good. So what’s the verdict? Are you gonna go back? Did it help?

– Ah. There’s my girl.

Hey.

Mm.

What are you doing here?

I just got off work, and I knew you were working late, so I thought maybe I’d swing by and see if my beautiful wife would like to join me for a late dinner.

[sighs] I really wish I could. Xander, it has been the craziest day today.

How so?

Well, in a nutshell, a bunch of people were poisoned, including your cousin Alex.

Mm. That was well worth the wait.

Yeah, it was. Mm. And just so you know, I would have kissed you even if you hadn’t almost died.

Damn. I went through all that for nothing?

[laughs] The important thing is, it’s over.

I’m just so relieved that you’re OK.

Hmm. You and me both. [chuckles] How much would that have sucked if I kicked the bucket right when we finally decided to be together?

Well, I hope you know that if your near-death experience caused you to change your mind–

Are you kidding me? Steph, my near-death experience made me want to be with you even more, just the thought of never seeing that beautiful face again? Mm-mm.

I just– [sighs] I just really wish–

What?

[sighs] Not to spoil the mood, I just– [sighs] I really don’t want to have to break the news to Joy about us.

Yeah. Yeah, I feel so bad for her. I’ve had my heart broken enough times to know that a relationship ending, it can feel like your life is ending too.

[suspenseful music]

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

[dramatic music]

Mm, I’m just hoping Joy doesn’t take it too hard. I mean, we’ve only been dating about a month. [phone beeps]

Oh, sorry, one second. Oh, it’s my dad. He’s just giving me an update on my mom.

What’s going on with your mom?

Oh, my God, I can’t believe I hadn’t told you.

Tell me what?

While we were waiting for the paramedics, I found out that my mom was poisoned too.

What? Steph, I’m assuming she’s all right, or else you wouldn’t be here.

Yeah, she is all right, thank God.

Good.

They’re treating her at the hospital. They’re keeping her there overnight just to be on the safe side.

[scoffs] Thank God. I mean, it’s no coincidence that your mother and I were both poisoned the exact same damn night.

No, it’s not. You were pretty out of it, but the paramedics said that several members of “Body & Soul” cast and crew were all targeted.

[sighs]

They were sent scripts laced with a contact toxin. I assume that’s how you got sick.

A contact toxin? It must have been. Yeah, I mean…[scoffs] It’s just crazy to me. One minute, I was just going over my script with Joy.

Oh, my God, Joy.

[suspenseful music]

[phone ringing]

Thankfully, we had the antidote already here in the lab, so we haven’t lost anyone, although not everyone has been accounted for. The police are still working on that.

What about Alex?

I was told that he’s OK.

Oh, thank God.

Mm.

Wonder if Justin and Philip have heard the news.

I have no idea. Speaking of your brother, I haven’t heard you complain about him in a while. Does that mean you two are turning a corner?

Well, actually, I think maybe we have. You know, these last couple of weeks, Philip and I have been working pretty well together.

I’m glad to hear that.

[chuckles] In fact, he’s now in support of my idea to go after DiMera Enterprises. [dramatic music]

What? You said that he was opposed to that.

Not anymore. We’re both gung ho now to destroy our competition.

[breathing heavily] [knock at door]

Mom.

Hey, look, I’m– I’m sorry to drop by unannounced, but I really need someone to talk to, and I didn’t want to give you a chance to say you were busy or whatever.

Well, as much as I admire your guerrilla-style tactics, I actually am busy… [sighs] Getting ready for bed. I have an early meeting tomorrow.

So really, you’re gonna turn away your mom? You know, Roman is still in Chicago visiting Rex, and actually, I don’t have anyone to turn to, so…

OK, fine. What’s the problem?

Thank you. Well, in a nutshell, my career as a soap opera mogul is a complete disaster. And frankly, it’s depressing as hell.

If you are asking did Marlena cure my depression in one magical session, the answer is no. [sighs] She was lovely to me, but I really don’t see how therapy is going to help my problem. My problem is that Doug is gone and I’m lost without him.

Yeah. You and Doug were together for a very, very long time. So, you know, that’s decades of memories and decades of love. So it makes–makes all the sense in the world that you’d be having a hard time right now.

Thank you so much for understanding. I mean, I’m sorry. I’m hoping I can be that feisty old gal again. Maybe she’s around here somewhere. I doubt it.

No, I think– I think she is. And I think you’ll find her. You know, so maybe talking to Marlena, if not for a cure, at least for some comfort.

OK. I will book another session.

OK.

I do realize I can’t go on living like this. And if I realize it at all, it’s thanks to you.

You know, in my long life, I’ve lost a lot of people… [dramatic music] Loved ones, friends. It’s always hard. But this, losing my life partner, the love of my life, it’s just a bigger blow than I’ve ever had to take. And I honestly feel I’ve lost a part of myself.

Yeah, I know. I get it.

You do. We know we never stop loving, never stop missing.

But I also understand, eventually, my heart will open again. And I’ll be able to appreciate all these blessings that I do have. That’s you, you, your children, this wonderful family, all the friends that have showered me with love and support. [chuckles] So be of good cheer. I’ll get there. I’ll–I’ll adapt.

Yes, you will.

[laughs]

Hey. We need you. You’re very important to us.

And you are very important to me. And in this process, I have consequently done some soul-searching.

And I have had a change of heart about someone.

Oh? Who’s that?

Cat Greene.

Hey, Cat, is Mark a bad person? [light music]

No, no, no. Mark is not a bad person. He did a bad thing, right, but for a good reason, just like what I did when I lied to Chad DiMera. He didn’t deserve that. He didn’t deserve what I put him through, and especially not, because he’s such a wonderful man.

In what way?

Well, he’s really good with his kids. He’s a really loving father. He’s courageous and strong– not, like, in a machismo kind of way. Just, like, he’s brave, and, you know, he’s strong but sensitive. And he’s smart. He’s so funny. He is hilarious. [laughs]

Wow. You really like him, don’t you?

Xander, I told you that I do not want you to break the law. [dramatic music]

Relax. Philip and I will find a legitimate way to go after DiMera and seize control. No illegal tactics, I promise.

Is that a promise you can keep?

Well, we might have to bend some rules a smidge.

Xander!

But we won’t break them.

[sighs] I do not like the idea of you starting a war with Kristen DiMera, of all people. She will not go down without a fight. And you know how deadly that woman can be.

We’ll be careful. I can promise you that too.

[sighs] Well, unfortunately, that doesn’t really mean anything to me. Damn. I cannot believe that Philip let you talk him into this.

Oh, I didn’t have to. It was Philip’s idea to move forward with the idea.

I can’t believe some crazy fan poisoned your cast and crew.

[scoffs] Yeah, well, at least no one’s died as of yet. I mean, the police are still checking with people who didn’t pick up their phone.

Wait, what about Stephanie? Is she OK?

Yeah, no, she’s fine. I mean, I don’t know, maybe Whitley King knew she was about to quit.

Steph quit the show?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s what I’m telling you. I mean, it’s been one thing after another, from the dueling divas, the cheating spouses, the venomous columnist, the crazy fan– the murderous fan. And now we lose our publicist just when we need her the most.

Well, at least she wasn’t poisoned.

[sighs] Look, my point is, the show has just been plagued with problems. I’m really wondering if doing this venture is, I mean, worth all the trouble.

Are you saying you’re ready to throw in the towel?

I don’t know. I mean, I really don’t. I mean, the reason that I was looking forward to executive producing a soap opera is because it would be fun, you know, exciting. And it actually brought a little joy for a while. And now there’s no joy. It’s dead. Dead. [phone ringing] [suspenseful music]

[sighs] She’s not picking up.

Oh, my God, I feel so awful. I was so worried about you, it never occurred to me that Joy could be affected too.

I have to get over there, Steph.

Oh, Alex, Alex, you’re still too weak.

I’ll be fine, seriously. I just–I have to make sure she’s OK, really. If she didn’t get that antidote, her life could be in danger.

OK, well, let me drive you.

OK. Let’s go.

OK.

[exhales heavily] [light music]

Well, yes, yes, you know, of course I like him. He’s a–you know, like I said, a wonderful man.

Do you like, like him?

Mm, no. No, uh-uh. It’s nothing like that. Mm-mm. It’s just–it’s– OK, yes, it is just like that. I like, like him.

Does he know that?

Yes, actually, he knows that I have feelings for him. But it’s not like he could ever like me back.

Why not?

[scoffs] Because of what I did to him. What I did destroyed any chance that we could ever be together. [sighs] – So you’ve had a change of heart about Cat, huh?

Well, not precisely a change of heart. I do realize now that she was strong-armed into doing all the things she did by Clyde, so… that doesn’t mean I forgive her, not for all the months and months of duplicitous lies. But I don’t need to be so vocal about it, especially now that you and she are friends?

Mm, no, I don’t–I– [clears throat] I wouldn’t go that far. No, I mean, we’re in a better place, sure, but friends? [dramatic music] No. Maybe someday.

Sorry things are such a mess. Is there anything I can do to help?

No. You’ve done that already just by listening. Abe and I will take care of this and hopefully figure it out. Anyway, so how are you doing? How’s the work situation?

Believe it or not, Xander and I are actually getting along.

Good. Really, so Sarah and Stephanie are keeping their mouths shut?

Yeah. My brother still thinks the letter from Dad is legit, which is great because he’s finally making a real effort to work with me. In fact, we’ve teamed up to make a pretty big power play.

Really? Do tell.

Well, Xander and I– drumroll, please…

Oh. [patting lap]

We’re going to take over DiMera Enterprises.

You’re saying it was Philip’s idea to go after DiMera?

Well, it was my idea originally, as you know. And Philip shot it down initially. But now, in the spirit of working together and more likely probably because he realizes the brilliance of said idea, he’s had a change of heart.

That doesn’t make any sense.

Why not? What do you mean?

This isn’t about Xander’s misdeeds. He’s the victim here.

[laughs]

And you know Xander better than anyone. You’ve seen what he’s capable of when he was just a regular guy with regular resources. Do you really want to see what he’ll do if given the full, unchecked power of Titan Industries?

No, I’m just– I’m surprised. You said that Philip adamantly opposed the idea of a hostile takeover of DiMera.

Well, he did at the time, when I first pitched the idea. But his main objection was about Stephanie, her having gotten caught up last time. He just didn’t want that to happen again.

So, what, he just– he doesn’t care now?

Well, no, it’s just not really an issue now because she dumped him.

[knocking]

Joy? [knocking] Joy, it’s Alex. Are you in there? [knocking] Joy. [suspenseful music] Oh, my God, Joy.

[gasps]

Joy, Joy. Hey.

Oh, my God.

Hey, can you hear me? Joy. Oh, my God. She has a pulse, but it’s weak. Steph, we got to get her to the hospital.

Yeah.

OK, come on.

OK.

OK, Joy, it’s all right.

OK.

It’s OK. It’s OK.

OK.

All right. Here, just stand her up.

OK.

OK. Easy.

We got you.

OK. [light music]

Now, I would like to think that maybe Chad could forgive me one day. I just–I don’t know. I don’t know. I don’t see that happening.

Why not? I did.

[chuckles] Yes, you did. And I’m really grateful for that. So happy we have this. But, like, even if Chad could forgive me, it’s still– I just don’t think he has those kind of feelings for me.

That’s kind of like me and Todd.

Oh, right. When you first liked Todd, he didn’t like you back. That’s right. I remember. And then you gave him your meat loaf sandwich, and he was like, oh, I do like you. [laughs]

And now he’s my boyfriend.

Yeah. Yeah. And, you know, I’m so happy for you guys. You are the most adorable couple. [chuckles] [sighs] I mean, they do say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, but I think it’s gonna take a little bit more than a meat loaf sandwich for me and Chad to turn it all around.

So I promise not to be so critical of Cat, although sometimes my straight-shooter instincts just kind of slip out.

Yeah. Well, I appreciate the effort. That’s very kind of you.

If I’m gonna be spending more time with Marlena, the least I can do is be courteous to her little assistant. That’s assuming Cat gets the assistant job.

Yeah, I hope she does. I think she deserves a second chance.

A second chance. Doug would approve. [dramatic music] He was a champion of second chances.

I’m sorry, I–that’s– I got to go back to “The Spectator.” There’s a big story that my editor wants in tomorrow’s paper, so…

You gonna be OK?

I’m gonna be fine. In fact, tonight I might even try to go up there and sleep in a great big empty bed again.

Well, good luck.

And if I don’t make it, this is a very comfy little sofa here.

Yeah, I bet that bed’s comfier, though.

Yes, it is. So I’ll try.

I love you.

I love you too.

[sighs]

[monitor beeping]

She gonna be OK? She was left untreated way longer than I was.

Yeah. Yeah, I was concerned about that too. But when the antidote is in her system, it should work pretty quickly.

She was all alone. I should have never left her.

Yeah, but then you would be in really bad shape as well.

Yeah, but still, I just wish it occurred to me that she could have been in trouble too.

Yeah. Well, she’s being taken care of now. How are you feeling?

I’m fine, thanks to that antidote.

Hmm.

How did you come up with it so fast, anyway?

Well, actually, we had it in the lab already. Once we figured out the toxin that Whitley King used, we just had to find the right drug to counteract the effects. So far, everyone’s made a full recovery.

Wow.

Alex? Alex, is that you?

Hey, Joy, yeah. I’m right here.

Why am I in the hospital? What happened to me?

Poor Joy. Such a nightmare.

Well, she’s lucky she had you and Alex looking out for her.

[sighs] I just wish we’d gotten there sooner.

We? So you and Alex are back together?

Why do you ask?

Philip told me that you broke things off with him, but he was vague about the details. I thought maybe you chose Alex over him.

Did it never occur to you, Philip, that had people found out that you were committing fraud that they might think that I was in on it, that maybe I was helping to deceive the public into thinking that you were this poor victim who was wrongly deprived of his birthright?

But I was. If I had overcome my demons just a few months sooner, it would have changed everything. My dad would have left me in charge.

That is pure speculation. And you know that will is solid, meaning you stole half the company from Xander.

Well, he deserved to have it stolen from him. I mean, it’s not like Xander is some upstanding guy either.

That is irrelevant. Damn it, Philip, I never would have done PR for you had I known that you were trying to pull this scheme.

You used me.

No, no, Steph. Look…[sighs] Let’s talk about this over dinner.

Oh, there is no dinner. In fact, you and I are through, Philip, professionally and personally.

Alex is not the reason why I stopped seeing Philip.

[sighs]

Hey.

Oh, how’s Joy?

Well, her vitals are almost back to normal, so I think she’ll make a full recovery.

Thank God. Can I go see her?

Sure. Yeah.

Well, I’m glad Joy is gonna be OK.

Me too. Honestly, I wasn’t so sure at first ’cause she’d been suffering the effects of the poison a lot longer than the others.

I see what you mean about a crazy night.

[sighs]

So do you think you’re still gonna be too busy to grab dinner?

You go ahead. I actually need some more time to wrap things up here. And I don’t want you to wait any longer than you already have.

OK. I’ll go to the pub, grab us both some takeout, and see you back at the house, yeah?

That sounds good.

OK. Love you.

Mm. [tense music]

So you and Xander are going to attempt a takeover of DiMera.

Not just attempt. We are going to succeed.

What? You don’t like the idea.

Look, I admire your ambition. I really do. Your father would too. But you need to give it more thought, you know. You may be ruffling the wrong feathers.

I’m not afraid of Kristen.

[clears throat]

Plus, wouldn’t it be great to pay her back for trying to kill you a few years ago?

Uh-huh, it would. But I’m not concerned with Kristen.

Then who, Chad?

No, darling, I’m not talking about Chad either. I’m talking about Sarah.

Sarah, who knows your secret, who agreed to remain silent because you were going to help her keep Xander in line.

And I will.

Really, by going forward with this war that Sarah was against from the beginning, especially if it involves Xander using underhanded tactics?

Look, I get what you’re saying, but I’m sure if it was a problem, I would have heard from her by now.

[scoffs] [phone beeps]

It’s Sarah. Yeah, she wants to meet.

[scoffs]

[tense music]

[sighs] Let me guess, you’re not happy about Xander and me taking over DiMera.

You’re damn right I’m not. I thought that we had an understanding, that I wouldn’t tell Xander that you stole half of his company. In exchange for my silence, you would keep my husband’s worst instincts in check.

And I am.

By egging him on to start a war with the DiMeras, of all people?

I believe you also asked me to work with him. So in a way, this is what you wanted.

[scoffs] Don’t be a smart-ass.

Look, we aren’t going to do anything illegal.

[scoffs] That’s what Xander said too. But this is an aggressive move. And you know damn well that it is going to be very difficult not to get your hands dirty.

Sarah, I promise, I’ll make sure your hubby doesn’t break the law.

[chuckles] Well, this may come as a shock to you, but those words ring really hollow right now. And since you’re turning out to not be a very good influence on Xander, well, I think maybe that we should just tell him the truth, that you have no claim on Titan.

Well, well, well. Hmm. What a coincidence. My son and I were just talking about you.

Hello, Kate.

Hmm. He was filling me in on the plot to take control of DiMera.

Keep your voice down, will you?

Oh, gee, I didn’t know it was supposed to be a surprise.

You know damn well it is. I should have known Philip would go blabbing to his mummy.

Oh, like you didn’t tell your wife?

That’s different. Sarah’s good at keeping secrets.

Mm, I bet she is.

Nor does she have a financial stake in DiMera, like you do.

Oh, no worries there. I handed over my shares of DiMera to EJ a few years ago, so I am fully divested.

So you support our decision? [dramatic music]

Well, I have reservations. I mean, Kristen can be formidable, but, well, it’s actually just another way of saying that she can be a holy terror with a heart of stone, so…

Well, we can handle her, although I will admit I do wish that we’d struck when she was a bit more vulnerable, you know, when her daughter was missing.

Oh, my God, you do have a heart, don’t you?

Kate, this is serious business. I thought you, of all people, would understand that. Or maybe you’ve lost your competitive edge now that you’re in a somewhat frivolous business.

Frivolous? Hmm. Producing a soap opera is not frivolous. [chuckles] As a matter of fact, running “Body & Soul” is so much more challenging and serious than I could have imagined, especially given what has transpired lately, you know, all the drama behind the scenes.

[sighs]

I can’t believe that woman did this. My God, I would have died if it weren’t for you, Alex. You saved my life.

[sighs] All I did was bring you to the hospital.

Yeah, but if you hadn’t come back for me when you had– I don’t even want to think about it. [monitor beeping] I’m so grateful for you, Alex. And I’m so grateful for you too, Stephanie. I mean, you saved his life. If he weren’t with you when he collapsed, I–

Did you two run into each other in the hallway or something?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s– that’s what happened.

Well, that’s really lucky. Thank God I didn’t lose you.

[light music]

Mmm, mmm. Mm-hmm. I am very happy that you twisted my arm into getting us to share a sundae together. [laughs] It’s cheering me up. Thank you.

I’m glad.

Mm.

Hands. Hands. Hey, you’re such a wonderful sister.

[chuckles] Thanks. You are too.

[chuckles] One more bite. [laughter] Now, come here. Mm. Hug me. Aw. I love you.

Love you too.

[laughs]

Hi, Cat.

Chad, hi. Felicity, this is Chad DiMera. Chad, this is my little sister, Felicity.

Hey, Felicity. It’s very nice to meet you.

Same here.

So, what, are we having sundaes? We celebrating a big occasion?

Kind of.

Yeah. We’re celebrating the fact that I got my new job.

Marlena got the approval.

Yep. It’s all set.

That’s great. I’m really happy for you.

Thank you. [chuckles]

OK, all right, I’m gonna let you two enjoy your sundae and–

Wait, why don’t you two share the sundae?

[dramatic music]

Come on, old girl. You can do this.

[light music]

That is very, very kind of you, Felicity. And as much as I would love to have some of that sundae, I have to go to the office and do some work.

Of course, yeah. Have a good night.

You too. Bye, Felicity.

Worth a try.

Sarah, be reasonable, OK? I mean, if you tell Xander the truth, I’m out on my ass, obviously. And then there won’t be anyone around to keep your husband in check.

Who’s keeping him in check now?

I am. Look, he and I, we haven’t done anything wrong. And as I said, I’ll do my best to make sure it stays that way. But I can’t have…. [growls] [exhales forcefully] You freaking out and threatening me over every single decision we make.

Tough, because in case it wasn’t clear to you, you have to play by my rules. [tense music]

So what are you saying? We have to drop our takeover plans?

No. You can proceed, for now. But if I get any hint that things are not on the up-and-up, I will not hesitate to pull the plug. Do you understand?

Fine, although for the record, I think you’re overreacting.

Oh, I don’t give a damn what you think. I’m calling the shots now. And I can blow you out of the water anytime I want. Don’t forget that.

[door slams]

[sighs]

To be fair, Sarah just told me about how your whole cast and crew were poisoned by some obsessed fan.

Yeah, well, they caught the culprit, and luckily, no one died, so…

[sighs] Thank God for that. But apparently, things were quite dire for Joy Wesley.

Joy? What–is Joy a victim?

Yeah, I was at the hospital when they brought her in.

Well, is she OK?

Sarah said she’s gonna be fine. Yeah, Alex and Stephanie, they found her just in the nick of time.

[sighs] Such a relief, huh? Joy’s gonna be OK.

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, it is a relief.

[sighs] And you know what? I’m glad you didn’t say anything– about us, I mean…

[sighs]

Not that you would have, but obviously, it wasn’t the right time

No, no, definitely not the right time. But when she’s better, I’ll break her the news.

Only if you’re sure.

Have I not made myself clear enough that I’m sure?

No, you’ve made yourself pretty clear.

OK.

[chuckles] I just– I obviously need constant reassurance. [dramatic music]

Well, then allow me to constantly reassure you.

That’s very kind.

I just–I hate being needy…

Mm.

You know, insecure.

Mm. Steph, I’m crazy about you, no matter what. And it just so happens that I’m– I’m a little insecure and needy myself.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah. I think, right now, I need you to tell me that you feel as I do right in this moment.

And how is it that you feel right in this moment?

Like you, Stephanie Johnson, are the only one for me. You’re the only one I want to be with.

Well, allow me to reassure you, Alex Kiriakis, that I feel exactly the same way.

[sighs]

[tense music]

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Days Update Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Joseph Mueller

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The person in all black has a wall of Body and Soul headshot photos with red X’s through them. They then pick up the last photo being of Abe.

Kayla informs Steve that Abe said no one is getting killed and that he thinks Leo just went rogue. Kayla adds that Abe said he would get to the bottom of it. Kayla then passes out in Steve’s arms.

Stephanie asks if Alex really means it that he wants to be with her. Alex assures that he does and goes to kiss Stephanie but he collapses.

Johnny tells Chanel that he doesn’t know why they would do this as they have to know killing off Seth’s character is a huge mistake since he’s the one who allowed them to shoot at the hospital. Johnny decides he will call Leo but he passes out on the couch.

Hattie asks Leo if this is some kind of joke. Leo wonders if it’s The Stalker, the person who sent the poisoned cupcakes, sent Bonnie down the elevator shaft, and has been targeting the cast and crew ever since Hattie put a curse on the show. Hattie guesses that is possible but says attempted murder is no small potatoes. Hattie says she’s starting to feel unsteady and then collapses onto Leo’s bed.

Abe remains at the studio and declares that he thinks he knows who is doing this. Abe goes over the cupcakes and Bonnie’s accident, saying he should’ve realized this sooner.

The person in all black draws a red X through Abe’s photo. Abe then appears in the room and declares he should’ve known it was her. She turns around, revealing Whitley King, the crazy nurse who kidnapped Abe. She questions what took him so long.

At the hospital, Seth Burns reads the fake script and questions thinking they can get away with this. Sarah approaches and asks if everything is okay. Seth responds that he’s so angry he can’t get the words out. Seth informs Sarah that he’s been fired from Body and Soul as they are killing him off. Sarah says she’s sorry as Seth complains that he was doing a great job. Seth brings up how Johnny was just praising him this morning. Seth calls it outrageous and declares that Abe, Kate, and Leo won’t get away with it. Seth brings up that they are only allowed to shoot in the hospital because he signed off on it and says this is the thanks he gets. Sarah encourages him not to take it too personally. Seth argues that they could’ve come up with a more memorable way to get rid of him. Sarah asks how they are going to. Seth calls it so humiliating that he doesn’t even want to tell her. Sarah says she understands but Seth decides he will tell her. Seth then informs her that his character succumbs to carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty space heater. Sarah points out that does happen and then brings up that nurse Whitley’s husband died that way.

Whitley tells Abe that it’s so nice of him to visit and asks what took him so long. Abe says this is not a social visit. Whitley notes that he sounds upset. Abe confirms that he is because she’s been attacking the men and women of Body and Soul which Whitley admits she’s guilty of and asks how he figured it out. Abe explains that Kayla wanted to know why they were killing off her character. Whitley guesses she got the latest script. Abe remembered how much Whitley loved her cats and Body and Soul, so it hit him that it had to be her. Whitley guesses he found her out and admits she did it, adding that she would do it again. Abe doesn’t get how she could do this to the cast and crew of a show that she claimed to love. Whitley insists that she does love it, but the show he’s producing is not her Body and Soul. Abe questions what she’s talking about. Whitley accuses him of ruining it so she had to make he and everyone who helped him, pay for it.

Seth tells Sarah that he remembers Whitley holding Abe hostage in her apartment for months. Sarah says what she did to Abe was horrible but she wasn’t in her right mind and suffered a psychotic break after her husband died due to carbon monoxide poisoning along with all of her cats. Seth mocks the idea of his character dying like cats. Seth declares that it would take more than a little bit of poison to take him out. Seth that starts having pains so Sarah asks if everything is okay.

Steve lays Kayla on the couch and tries to wake her up. Steve notes that she’s barely breathing, so he decides to call for help.

Stephanie lays Alex on the couch and wakes him up. Alex asks what’s going on and where he was. Stephanie informs him that he passed out. Alex notes that he doesn’t feel good. Stephanie notes he has a fever, so they need to get him to the hospital right now. Stephanie calls 911 but gets put on hold.

Chanel wakes Johnny up on the couch. Johnny asks what happened. Chanel says he just passed out and asks how he’s feeling. Johnny says he feels out of it, dizzy, and nauseous. Chanel decides to call for help. Chanel says she needs an ambulance right away but is told that it’s going to be awhile because they are overwhelmed with the calls. Chanel says to hell with that and helps Johnny up. Chanel declares that she is taking Johnny to the hospital, herself.

Leo tells Hattie not to mess with him and to get up. Leo then sees she doesn’t have a pulse and she’s not breathing. Leo sits down and talks about Hattie being gone, saying he’s going to miss her so much. Leo calls this a cruel twist of fate as she was so upset about her character dying on the show, that she actually died. Leo insists he wouldn’t have killed her off right after writing her back in. Leo wonders why she had to come in so angry and guesses she stroked out from all that adrenaline. Leo tells Hattie that she did not deserve this and calls her an incredible person, like a crass, bizarro version of Marlena. Leo talks about enjoying spending time with Hattie and calls it an absolute honor to call her a friend. Leo says she was so full of life and asks how she could be dead. Hattie then wakes up, relieving Leo.

Stephanie tells Alex that it could be awhile for the ambulance since they are apparently backed up tonight, so she’s going to take care of him, herself. Stephanie says they first need to get his fever down and gives him water. Alex doesn’t know what he would’ve done without her. Stephanie encourages that help will be there soon.

Steve goes to the hospital and informs Sarah that he just brought Kayla in to the ER. Sarah asks what happened. Steve explain that they were running lines for Body and Soul, then she collapsed. Sarah says that’s strange because the same thing happened to Seth Burns and they are treating him now. Sarah says Seth is conscious but weak with a high fever. Steve says it sounds exactly like Kayla and asks what these symptoms tell Sarah. Sarah thinks someone may have poisoned them.

Abe questions Whitley doing this because they took the show in a new direction. Whitley complains that they made a complete mockery of her favorite show. Whitley reveals that she sent the poisoned cupcakes and thought that would get her point across that their reboot was a complete failure. Whitley hoped they would realize their errors and declares that she had to make permanent changes, starting with Bonnie.

Leo calls for an ambulance but is told there are no available units. Leo tells them to get someone that as soon as they can. Hattie asks if she’s going to die. Leo assures that she is not and encourages her. Hattie asks what the holdup is. Leo says there’s some kind of city wide crisis. Leo says it might take awhile so he will do his best to keep her company. Hattie asks if he said those sweet things about her just because he thought she was dead. Leo assures that he meant every word.

Abe doesn’t get how Whitley could go after Bonnie from inside Bayview. Whitley remarks that invisibility has it’s benefits. Abe asks if the staff weren’t watching her around the clock. Whitley says they were at first, but now they just see her as a grieving widow. She mentions seeing a fan post a photo of a call sheet, so she knew when and where they were shooting. Whitley reveals that she sent the text to Bonnie from a burner phone. Abe questions how she got her number. Whitley says the dark web and on Soap twitter, you can find out anything you want. Abe questions her trying to murder Bonnie. Whitley says she obviously didn’t succeed and then she saw the report that Abe was bringing in Kayla which she calls a travesty and declares that Kayla had to go.

Steve sets Kayla up in a hospital bed and encourages her that Sarah is going to find out what’s making her sick as he tells her to stay with him.

Sarah makes a call to put a rush on the blood work. Chanel brings Johnny in and tells Sarah that Johnny passed out after reading the Body and Soul script. Sarah reveals that she thinks the script was poisoned and says she will fill Chanel in on the way to getting Johnny a room.

Abe questions Whitley being unhappy with Kayla, so she wrote her out of the show. Whitley repeats that she had to go and argues that she and Bonnie are not the Cassandra Lovegood character. Abe argues that she’s taking this way too far. Whitley argues that she’s fighting for her life and says Body and Soul kept her going after losing her husband and her cats which is why they all had to die. Abe asks if she’s saying that’s why Cassandra had to die in the script she wrote. Whitley reveals that she poisoned every actor Abe hired.

Stephanie finishes a call and informs Alex that they are sending someone out shortly. Alex says he’s feeling better. Stephanie notes that his fever is definitely down. Alex credits her. Stephanie jokes that maybe she should’ve gone in to medicine like her mom but Alex says he wouldn’t want her at anybody else’s bed side. Alex then starts coughing so Stephanie gives him more water. Stephanie says she can’t have him dying on her now after they finally got on the same page about their future. Alex assures that she’s not getting rid of him that easy.

Whitley reveals to Abe the experimental drug she got from Bayview that has toxic side effects which she used to spray each of the scripts. Whitley declares that everyone who got a script is probably dead and that Abe is next.

Sarah joins Steve in Kayla’s room. Steve asks if she figured out what Kayla and Seth were poisoned with. Sarah says they think so and that they have the antidote here in the lab, so she should make a full recovery.

Sarah injects Johnny with the antidote and tells Chanel that he should make a full recovery which Chanel is thankful for. Sarah says she has to go check on everyone else who was poisoned but she will be back to check on him. Johnny thanks Sarah as she exits. Chanel tells Johnny that she was so scared that she could’ve lost him. Johnny assures that he will never leave her which Chanel says she will hold him to.

Whitley tells Abe that as soon as the drug touches his skin, he’s a dead man, just like her husband. Abe argues that she doesn’t want to do this. Whitley thought they had a special bond but after what he’s done to Body and Soul, that bond is forever broken and he has to die. Paulina then appears and grabs Whitley, saying not on her watch. After getting Whitley subdued in her hospital bed, Abe and Paulina sit together. Abe brings up texting Paulina his hunch about Whitley. Paulina talks about how chaotic Salem was tonight and declares she was not about to let Abe face Whitley alone, so she jumped in her car and headed straight here. Abe says he’s so grateful to her. Paulina is grateful that he’s alright. Paulina prays that the rest of Whitley’s victims got help in time too…

Johnny tells Chanel that he’s feeling better and his energy is coming back along with his appetite. Johnny mentions not being sure he’d ever hear her call him her husband again after what he did. Chanel says if she wasn’t sure she wanted to give their marriage another shot, almost losing him drove it home that he is so important to her. Chanel thinks going through what they have, coming out the other side and finding their way back to each other will only make them stronger. Johnny agrees and says she means everything to him. Johnny promises to never take her for granted again as they kiss.

A paramedic checks on Hattie in Leo’s room and says she should recover but if it gets any worse, she should get to the hospital. Leo thanks him as he exits. Leo tells Hattie that she’s going to be okay. Leo doesn’t think he realized how much he adored Hattie until he thought she was dead. Leo promises never to take Hattie for granted again as they hug.

The paramedic checks on Alex at Stephanie’s apartment and says he should be fine in a couple hours, but if he gets worse, he should get to the hospital immediately. Stephanie thanks him as he exits. Stephanie can’t believe someone poisoned the script. Alex remarks that Body and Soul is the gift that keeps on giving. Alex says now that he’s coming out of the fog, he remembers what he was going to do before he collapsed. Alex then kisses Stephanie.

Steve tells Kayla that he’s so grateful that she will be okay. Kayla thinks the antidote is working since she feels so much better. Steve couldn’t imagine losing her again and says he loves her so much as they kiss. Kayla questions there being poison on the script which Steve confirms. Kayla asks if there’s any idea who is behind it. Steve says not yet but promises to find out who it was and to make them pay.

Whitley wakes up tied to her hospital bed and starts talking to Abe as if he is a character on Body and Soul. Paulina calls Whitley one sick puppy. Abe acknowledges that she has no one, so he wants to show her some compassion. Paulina comments on Abe’s big forgiving heart and tells him to go ahead. Abe tries to explain that he’s not the Henry Marshall character. Whitley says the heart wants what it wants like Body and Soul and they will always have Pineview.

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Days Update Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Joseph Mueller

Days of Our Lives Update

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Update written by Joseph

Hattie visits Bonnie in the hospital. Hattie says she heard Bonnie could be laid up for months and it sounds bad. Hattie brings up Body and Soul, wondering what’s going to happen with their characters. Bonnie is able to inform her that they are having Kayla stand in for her.

Steve and Kayla go home. Kayla talks about not seeing Stephanie that worked up in a long time. Steve talks about how horrible it would’ve been for Marcus to see Jada hauled down to the station on allegations. Steve says it makes no sense as Jada would never do what she’s accused of. Kayla asks if Steve is going to talk to Shawn about his belief that EJ set Jada up. Steve says he’s going to do some legwork first as he doesn’t want EJ to know he’s onto him until he has something solid. Kayla then finds an envelope left at their door.

At the Body and Soul studio, Kate and Abe talk about hoping Kayla is up to playing Cassandra. Kate brings up Alex and Joy and how messy it could get with them sleeping together in real life.

Alex and Joy lay in bed together after having sex. Joy comments that the day at work was actually fun without Chanel. Joy adds that she wishes she never met Johnny that night at Small Bar. Alex points out that there’s no way that she could’ve known they would end up working together. Joy says something told her that night was a big mistake to hook up with Johnny and says she should’ve listened to her gut.

Johnny is at home at the DiMera Mansion, on the phone with Seth Burns. Johnny praises Seth for his work on set and agrees that it’s not the same without Chanel and that he misses her too, as Chanel then enters the living room. Johnny tells Seth he will talk to him tomorrow and hangs up. Chanel hands Johnny an envelope that was at the front door. Johnny asks if she came by for any particular reason. Chanel responds that she wanted to talk about them.

Kayla sees the envelope is from Leo and guesses it’s her first script. Steve jokes about being married to a TV star. Kayla talks about being unable to say no, knowing that Abe was desperate. Steve calls her a good friend. Kayla then opens the envelope.

Abe asks Kate what she’s worried about, pointing out that Alex and Joy are consenting adults. Kate worries that if things go wrong, they will have a big problem since Alex was just sleeping with Stephanie. Stephanie then arrives and asks if she just heard her name.

Joy suggests to Alex that they run lines for tomorrow’s bedroom scene while they are in bed. Alex calls it more fun than doing it at home alone. Joy pulls out the script from an envelope and says this came out of nowhere, revealing her character gets in to a car accident and goes in to premature labor while Alex’s character tries to deliver the baby on the side of the road. Joy continues reading that the baby doesn’t die, but her character does.

Johnny admits to Chanel that he was worried she was having second thoughts. Chanel says she just knew he was working and she needed more time to make sure her head was on straight before they talked. Chanel declares that if they are going to make their marriage work, they need to get to work right away. Chanel tells Johnny to talk to her if he ever doubts her again and to not assume it’s her if he sees Alex having sex with someone. Johnny assures he won’t make that mistake again and he let his jealousy get out of hand. Johnny knows he hurt her. Chanel doesn’t understand how he could ever think she would cheat on him as she thought they were solid and in a good place. Johnny calls it 100% on him and promises that he will never doubt her again. Johnny tells Chanel that he loves her and he can’t live without her. Chanel says she loves him too and she cannot imagine wanting to be with any man but him. Johnny insists on feeling the same.

Kayla reads the script she got and tells Steve that she doesn’t know how to pretend to be in love with another man since Steve’s the only man she wants. Kayla sees that this episode, she only has scenes with Hattie. Kayla guesses she should call her and run lines with her. Kayla decides she doesn’t have the energy for Hattie tonight, so she asks Steve to run the lines with her. Steve says he’s no actor but Kayla insists.

Hattie tells Bonnie that Kayla doesn’t have her spark. Hattie notes that tomorrow will be interesting and brings up Leo giving her a script. Hattie says it seems to have a lot of Cassandra and Charlemagne, so she asks Bonnie to run lines with her.

Alex tells Joy that it’s insane and that they can’t kill her off. Alex continues reading the script and finds out his character gets hit by a car and killed.

The person in all black draws a red X through a photo of Alex.

Abe questions Stephanie not being at Jada’s wedding. Stephanie guesses he hasn’t talked to Paulina and reveals the wedding was a total disaster and didn’t even happen as “Rafe” supposedly found evidence that Jada is a corrupt cop and left her at the altar while Shawn dragged her off to the police station for questioning. Abe can’t believe it or that Paulina would either. Stephanie insists that Jada is incapable of doing the things she’s accused of and that Steve will clear her name. Kate asks if that’s why Stephanie came. Stephanie says she wanted to let them know that she put out a press release about Kayla stepping in as Cassandra and about the new role of Lady Whistleblower. Stephanie brings up the Emmys and then reveals that she will not be around which Abe questions. Stephanie then announces that she quits. Abe questions her quitting her job. Stephanie didn’t want to leave them in a lurch so she reached out to a friend named Andrea who is fantastic with tons of experience. Kate questions prompted her decision. Stephanie promises it has nothing to do with them and she loved every minute of working on the show, but the reason is Alex Kiriakis.

Joy wonders if she and Alex are fired. Alex feels they should’ve been told something before reading it in a script. Alex then reads further and sees that the script is for the air date of April 1, so he believes it must be an April Fool’s joke. Joy isn’t sure. Alex wants to call Abe to be sure but Joy stops him and says she’s okay with whatever happens. Joy declares that the only real positive to come from this whole experience has been meeting Alex. Joy brings up that next week is Valentine’s Day and says she’d love to spend it somewhere else with him.

Chanel tells Johnny that with time and talking things through, she has a new perspective on them and what happened. Chanel sees now that Johnny almost went to bed with Joy and she had a close call with Shawn while they were both angry and lashing out, but at the end of the day, they didn’t break their wedding vows and she thinks there’s a reason for that. Johnny says that night with Joy, he felt naked without his wedding ring and he never wants to take it off again. Johnny tells Chanel that there’s one thing he needs from her to fix their marriage and that’s for her to be there because every night she spends at Paulina’s, she feels further away. Chanel then agrees to come home. Johnny offers to go help her pack her things, but Chanel reveals that she already packed and her bag is in the car.

Steve tells Kayla that he can never say no to her, so he and Kayla run lines.

Hattie runs lines with Bonnie in the hospital and then reads that the script says Cassandra shoots her and she dies. Hattie worries that she finally gets back on the show and Leo is killing her off again.

Steve and Kayla continue running lines. Steve improvises and says he’s going where the scene takes him, joking about his acting. Steve asks if Charlemagne is really dead. Kayla says they just brought her back and questions killing her off, feeling there must be more to this. Kayla then reads on that her character dies too.

Hattie questions how Leo could kill her off again and if Bonnie had anything to do with this. Bonnie says of course not. Hattie decides she will call Leo to give him a piece of her mind but it goes straight to voicemail. Hattie declares that she won’t let Leo do this to her, so she’s going to see him. Hattie tells Bonnie that she’ll be back and exits.

Kate questions Stephanie quitting for Alex. Stephanie clarifies that it’s because of him but not for him as she’s doing it for herself. Stephanie says they were being fair when they said she had to choose between Alex or her job and she realizes now that keeping her job was a reflective choice that she regrets. Kate guesses that’s now that she’s no longer with Philip. Stephanie responds that she had no business being with Philip when she wasn’t ready to move on and she doesn’t think Alex was either. Abe asks if she’s talked to Alex about this. Stephanie says she has and whether they are on the same page or not, she knows she’s making the right decision. Kate wishes she could agree. Stephanie adds that she knows Alex is with Joy now, so if they don’t wind up together, at least she knows she tried.

Alex asks if Joy wants to take a Valentine’s trip. Joy brings up that her mom has been bugging her to visit so she thought New York could be fun. Alex calls meeting the parents a big step. Alex then flashes back to talking to Stephanie about how Stephanie was with Philip because of Alex being with Joy and Alex was with Joy because Stephanie was with Philip. Alex tells Joy that it’s maybe too fast. Joy calls it just an idea and says they can go somewhere else or just stay here. Joy asks if he does want to celebrate Valentine’s Day with her. Alex assures that he does. Alex then gets a text from Stephanie asking if he’s free to meet up because she needs to talk to him. Alex tells Joy that he should get going. Joy asks about tomorrow’s script. Alex says it’s an early call time and he’s tired. Joy says he could stay here but Alex says they know he wouldn’t get much sleep then. Alex tells Joy that he will see her tomorrow and exits, leaving Joy disappointed.

Johnny excitedly tells Chanel that he will go get her bags out of the car and help her unpack as he can’t believe they will be sleeping under the same roof tonight. Johnny wants Chanel to know that they don’t have to sleep in their bed tonight and he wants whatever she’s comfortable with. Chanel agrees to take it one day at a time. Johnny tells her that he’s missed her so much as they hug and then end up kissing. Johnny goes and retrieves Chanel’s bag. Johnny opens the envelope to read the new script from Leo and is shocked to read that he killed off Seth Burns’ character. Johnny worries that Seth will be devastated.

The person in all black draws a red X through a photo of Seth Burns.

Alex goes to see Stephanie at her apartment. Stephanie apologizes for the cryptic text and says she just wanted to talk to him in person. Stephanie informs him that she quit Body and Soul, feeling she had to go for it even if they didn’t finish their conversation. Stephanie tells Alex that she has feelings for him and she’s not trying to pressure him, but she knew if they were ever going to have a shot, it wasn’t going to happen while she was publicist for Body and Soul, so she had to follow her heart. Alex doesn’t know what to say. Stephanie says he doesn’t have to say anything as she knows he’s with Joy and that’s a complication. Alex says he thought he and Joy were still just getting to know each other casually, but she’s suddenly talking about taking a Valentine’s Day trip. Alex assures he does not want to do that at all, so he knows what he has to do. Alex declares that he has to let Joy down gently, because he just wants to be with Stephanie.

Kate can’t believe Stephanie just quit on them without any notice. Abe says he’s sorry to see her go. Kate blames everything going wrong ever since Hattie cursed the show. Abe encourages Kate to go home and get some rest. Kate tells him to do the same. Abe says he’ll finish the schedule and be right behind her.

Kayla wonders to Steve if this whole thing is her fault since she told Abe that she didn’t really want to do it, but questions killing the character off. Kayla wishes she was talked to about it first. Steve suggests she call him and find out. Kayla then calls Abe and says she was just going over the script tomorrow and she’s a bit confused. Abe says he will help if he can. Kayla informs him that it says Cassandra is being killed off which Abe questions. Kayla explains that it says her character shoots Charlemagne and then her cat ends up stepping on the trigger, shooting her in the heart. Abe has no idea what she’s talking about. Kayla says it was in the script that was waiting for her when she got home. Abe says this must be Leo going off on his own again without running it by them. Kayla asks what to do. Abe tells her to hang in there and he’ll get to the bottom of this.

Hattie goes to see Leo and informs him that she just got her latest script and it says Cassandra kills her dead. Leo says it doesn’t and that he did not write that. Hattie shows him the script. Leo mocks it and questions where it came from. Hattie says it was delivered to her in an envelope like always. Leo says it didn’t come from him, so Hattie questions who did.

The person in all black draws a red X through a photo of Leo.

Joy remains in bed, reading an article about Valentine’s Day when she starts to get dizzy. Joy decides she should get a drink, but when she gets up, she passes out on the bed.

Stephanie asks if Alex really means it that he wants to be with her. Alex assures that he does and goes to kiss Stephanie but he collapses.

Kayla informs Steve that Abe said no one is getting killed and that he thinks Leo just went rogue. Kayla adds that Abe said he would get to the bottom of it. Kayla then passes out in Steve’s arms.

Abe remains at the studio and declares that he thinks he knows who is doing this.

The person in all black has a wall of Body and Soul headshot photos with red X’s through them. They then pick up the last photo being of Abe.

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Days Short Recap Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Michele Johnson

Daytime Soap Opera Short Recaps

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Hattie went to see Bonnie at the hospital. She asked Bonnie what she thought would happen with the show. Bonnie couldn’t answer her because her mouth was wired. Hattie said she didn’t think Kayla would do a good job in Bonnie’s role. She pulled out the script and read that her character was going to die. A furious Hattie called Leo, but he didn’t answer the phone. She left to find Leo. Steve and Kayla talked about what happened at the wedding. They thought the corruption charges against Jada didn’t make sense. She asked if he was going to talk to Shawn, but he said he would wait until he got more information. They talked about Kayla’s script and how she’s going to be on the show. Kate and Alex talked about the show. When she brought up Alex and Joy’s relationship, she let him know that things could go wrong when workers get together. Stephanie showed up and told them about Jada’s wedding and what happened to her. She told Kate and Abe about putting out a press release about Kayla taking over the role of Cassandra. She said she handled the Lady Whistleblower story as well. Kate thanked for her hard work. Stephanie said she was quitting. She said she enjoyed working there, but she wanted to have a relationship with Alex. Alex being with Joy may keep them from getting together. Kate said things have been going wrong ever since Hattie put a curse on the show. Abe said they needed to rest. Kate decided to leave, but Abe had some things to do. Kayla called Abe to asked why Cassandra was dying. Abe didn’t know the character was dying and said he would take care of it.

Alex and Joy talked about the show. While they were talking, she told him she wished she never met Johnny. Alex said she didn’t know what was going to happen. When they rehearsed their lines, they found out Joy’s character was going to go into premature labor and die. Alex read that his character was going to die too. Joy said they could handle it later. She wanted to focus on hooking up with him and asked if he wanted to spend Valentine’s Day with her. He thought about his conversation with Stephanie about them getting together. When he agreed to spend Valentine’s Day with her, he got a text from Stephanie asking him to get together. He ended up leaving Joy’s place. Chanel went to see Johnny to talk about their marriage. She said they needed to work on talking to each other so they wouldn’t end up in this position again. Johnny agreed to talk to her and told her how much he loved her. They said they wanted to be together. Chanel said he almost slept with Joy, and she almost slept with Shawn, but nothing happened. He said he didn’t want to take his wedding ring off again and wanted one thing from her. Chanel wondered what he wanted. Johnny said he wanted her to come home. She agreed to come home. He suggested that they didn’t have to sleep in the same bed. She said they would take things one step at a time. Alex went to Stephanie’s place. She told him she quit the show and admitted to having feelings for him. Stephanie said she wasn’t trying to pressure him. When Alex was about to say something, Stephanie said she knew he was with Joy. He told her about Joy’s plans for Valentine’s Day. Despite his plans with Joy, Alex said he wanted to be with Stephanie. Hattie found Leo and told him about her character dying. Leo said he didn’t write the script. He said the person messing with the script might have been the one who sent the cupcakes. While they were talking, she passed out. Joy’s vision became blurry and she passed out. While Steve and Kayla were talking, she passed out. Alex and Stephanie passed out. Abe looked at the script and realized who was sabotaging the show.

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Days Transcript Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Posted on February 5, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[tense music]

So what did Abe say?

He said no one’s getting killed, and he thinks that Leo just went rogue.

Well, it sounds like Leo.

Yeah, and Abe said he was going to get to the bottom of it. [sighs]

Sweetness, are you OK?

I just feel kind of– I don’t know. I–

Oh, baby. Hey. Oh.

So you want to be with me? You really mean that?

[sighs] Of course I do. [soft music]

Alex, what’s wrong? Alex. Alex. Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God!

I–I don’t understand why they would do this. They have to know that killing off Seth is a huge mistake. He’s the one who gave us permission to shoot at the hospital. If he revokes that, we’re–we’re screwed.

You’re right.

[sighs] I’m going to call Leo right now. [eerie music]

[groans]

Johnny!

So what is this, some kind of a joke?

Oh, my God. What if it’s the stalker?

What stalker?

The evil SOB who sent those poisoned cupcakes and the text to Bonnie sending her to the elevator– the person who has been targeting the cast and crew of this show since you put a curse on it.

Oh, yeah, I guess that’s possible. But attempted murder– I mean, that’s no small potatoes. And I know they were killing me off on the show, but at least I wasn’t going to die in real life, you know? [tense music] Although I’m feeling a little unsteady. Whew.

You are suddenly looking a little green around the gills.

Mm. I just–[sighs] [grunting] [tense music]

Oh, my God. I think I know who’s doing this.

The cupcakes, Bonnie’s accident. I should have realized this sooner. I should have known it was you.

Hello, Abe. What took you so long?

[soft orchestration]

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

[tense music]

You’ve got to be kidding me. Oh, do they think they can pull this crap on Seth Burns and get away with it?

Everything OK, Seth?

Far from it. Dr. Kiriakis, I have been– oh, damn. I am so angry I can’t even get the words out.

Take your time.

I, in the most insulting and outrageous way possible, have been fired.

From the hospital?

No. Worse. From “Body & Soul.” They’re killing me off.

Oh. Oh, wow. Yeah, I’m sorry. I know how much you like being on that show.

And I was doing a great job. I mean, everyone tells me I could have a future as an actor. That’s how– [grumbles] convincing I was. Just this evening, the director tells me, no one could bring Dr. Blake Lamoray to life like I do. Did you see last Wednesday’s episode? OK, I got a lot to say in that one, and I didn’t flub a single line.

I–I did not see it, but I’m sure that you were very convincing, like you said.

And you know how I started? As an under five. Yeah, that meaning that I had fewer than five lines an episode. But I so impressed the powers that be that they almost immediately upgraded me to a day player, meaning I have a major role. I’m on my way to being a leading man. And now this.

It is–it’s so unfair.

It’s more than unfair. It’s outrageous. They’re not going to get away with it.

Who is they?

Abe Carver, Kate Brady, and Leo Stark, the hack that wrote this drivel. I mean, have they forgotten that the only reason they’re allowed to shoot in this hospital is because I signed off on it?

Yeah, that was–it was very gracious of you.

No, it certainly was, especially because I knew the risk involved. But, see, I agreed to it for the love of the craft. And this is the thanks they gave me.

Yeah. Well, I wouldn’t take it too personal. I mean, I don’t know much about soap operas, but they– they kill off the characters pretty regularly, don’t they?

Not when you are as popular as I know I am. My mother told me that the only reason that her friends still watch it is when I’m on it. And if those tasteless producers were going to get rid of me, the least they could do was come up with a more memorable way to do it, like Blake goes over a waterfall atop Pinetano Mountain or his jet ski blows up on Lake Pineview.

How are they going to do it?

Oh, it’s so humiliating, I don’t even want to tell you.

Oh, yeah. Well, I get that. I totally understand. And I’m–I’m so sorry again. So I’ll just–

No, it’s OK. It’s fine. I’m going to tell you. Dr. Blake Lamoray, chief of staff of Pineview Hospital, succumbs to carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty space heater. Have you ever heard anything more banal, more–more unrealistic? I mean, the guy’s not an idiot, right? So why would he be so damn careless?

I mean, actually, it’s not that unrealistic. I mean, people do die that way, sadly. Nurse King’s husband– it happened to him.

[sighs]

So nice of you to visit, Abe. What took you so long?

This is not a social visit, Whitley.

Oh, dear. You sound upset.

You’re damn right I’m upset. You’ve been attacking the men and women who work on “Body & Soul.”

Guilty as charged. How did you figure it out?

Kayla Johnson wanted to know why we were killing off Kassandra.

Ah, she got the latest script.

In which Charlemagne’s cat steps on a gun and it goes off, shooting Kassandra through the heart.

Sasquatch.

I beg your pardon?

Oh, that’s the name of the kitty in the script– Sasquatch. Oh, but back to you figuring out all the details.

Yeah. Well, I remembered how much you love your cats and “Body &” Soul. So then it suddenly hit me. It had to be you.

Oh. [laughs] That’s one of my favorite songs. Oh. Well, anyway, I guess you found me out. You’re right. I did it. And you know what, Abe? I’d do it again.

I don’t get it. How could you do this to the cast and crew of a show you claim you love?

I do love “Body & Soul.” I do with all of my heart. But that show that you’re producing– well, that’s not my “Body & Soul.”

What the hell are you talking about?

You ruined it, Abraham Carver. You and all those people who brought that back. So I had to make you and everyone who’s helped you pay for what you’ve done. [tense music]

Oh, I remember Whitley King. She held Abe Carver hostage in her apartment for months.

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, what she did to Abe was horrible, but she wasn’t in her right mind. She had–she’d suffered a psychotic break after, you know, what happened to her. Her husband died tragically from carbon monoxide poisoning, and so did all her cats.

So I’m supposed to die like a bunch of cats?

Well, it was her husband, like I said– a human being.

Well, still and all, it’s hardly dramatic. They probably won’t even cover it in the soap press.

Well, you could ask Leo Stark. I mean, I bet he could jazz it up a bit.

Oh, I plan to. But I’m going to tell you this. When it comes time for me to kick the bucket for real, it won’t be lame and pathetic like in that script. Mm-mm, no, ma’am. It’s going to take more than a little bit of poison to take out Seth Burns. [coughs] [grunts] [tense music] [grunts]

Seth? Seth, is everything OK?

[groans]

Sweetness, sweetness. Hey, hey, Kayla? Kayla, I need you to open your eyes. [tense music]

Barely breathing. Need some help. [phone beeping] Yeah, listen, my wife just collapsed. She’s not responding. Hurry!

Alex. Alex, wake up.

Steph, what’s going on?

There you are.

Where was I?

You passed out.

I don’t feel good.

Oh, yeah, you got a fever. We need to get you to the hospital right now. [phone beeping] Yes, this is– what the hell? They put me on hold.

Johnny. Johnny. Johnny, talk to me.

(WHISPERING) What happened?

I don’t know. You were just–you collapsed, and then you passed out.

Help me up?

Yeah.

[grunts]

You good? How are you feeling?

Uh–out of it, dizzy, nauseous.

OK, you know what? I’m going to call for help. [phone beeping] Hello? Hi. I’m calling from the DiMera estate, and I’m going to need an ambulance here right away. I’m sorry. What do you mean, it’s going to be a while? My husband just fainted dead away– you know what?

What’s wrong?

I don’t know. They’re saying– I don’t know, something must be going on because they’re overwhelmed with calls, and they want us to wait, but to hell with that. Come on. Come on, get up. Take my arm. You can just–

[grunts]

–lean on me, OK? All right. We’re just going to walk.

Where?

I am taking you to the hospital my damn self. Come on.

Hattie? Girl, do not mess with me. I still have PTSD from finding Sonny with that steak knife in his back. Get up. Please get up? [tense music] Oh, God. [sighs] She doesn’t have a pulse. Ah. Ah. She isn’t breathing. Oh, my God. Hattie! Ah. Ah. Oh, Hattie. Oh. Hattie–

You were so funny. And you were such a gre– well, no, you weren’t a great actress, but you weren’t bad. Hammy, but you never phoned it in. And yes, you could be such a diva, but you made it worthwhile because you had such spunk, such a joie de vivre. I’ll never forget watching “Drag Race” with you, eating those revoltingly salty pork rinds. Oh, did they bloat you. God, did they bloat you. And now, you’re gone. Oh, Hattie, I’m going to miss you so much. [sighs]

What a cruel, cruel twist of fate. The irony is positively Shakespearean. You were so upset thinking you were going to die on the show, which you were not, that you actually died. I wouldn’t kill off Charlemagne, not after just writing her back in. I hope you believe that. Why did you have to come in here so angry like that? You probably stroked out from all that adrenaline. Well, either that or all that sodium and cholesterol finally caught up with you. The LDL. Or is it the HDL? I can never remember. But you did not deserve this. Yes, you could be incredibly annoying and a total diva, as I already mentioned. But you were an incredible person, kind of like a crass, bizarro version of Marlena. I absolutely adored spending time with you, laughing, talking. It was an absolute honor to call you a friend. You were so full of life. How could you be dead?

Will you stop your blubbering?

Hattie! Oh, thank God! You’re alive! [sighs]

They said it could be a while for the ambulance. For some reason, they’re really backed up tonight. So looks like I’m going to have to take care of you myself. But it’s OK. The dispatcher gave me excellent instructions on what to do until they get here. First and foremost, we need to get your fever down.

[coughs]

Oh, are you thirsty?

[clears throat]

Yeah, um–ice water.

[coughs] Thank you, Steph. I honestly don’t know what the hell I would have done without you. [clears throat]

Help is going to be here soon. Let’s just get back to cooling you down.

OK. [sighs] [somber music]

Sarah, thank God.

What is it? What’s wrong?

I just brought Kayla into the ER. They told me I could find you up here.

What happened?

I don’t know. She got her first script for “Body & Soul.” We were running the lines, and she just– she collapsed.

That’s strange. Seth Burns was reading his script when he collapsed.

What? When?

Just a few minutes ago. I was standing right here with him when it happened. They’re treating him now.

How’s he doing?

He’s conscious, but he’s weak. He’s–he’s lightheaded. He’s nauseous. He’s got a really high fever.

Heart racing?

That, too.

That sounds exactly like Kayla. So these symptoms– what do they tell you?

Well, I can’t say for sure, but I think someone may have poisoned them. [somber music]

[sighs] You did this because we took the show in a new direction?

A new direction? A new direction? Is that what you call making a complete mockery of my favorite show? The plot lines are abysmal. The sets are trash. The recasts are a joke. I thought sending my cupcakes would get the message across.

So you poisoned me and half the cast and crew to make a point?

Which is that your reboot is a complete failure. And I needed you to see the error of your ways before “Body & Soul” was damaged beyond repair, even if that meant making sweeping changes to your cast.

Sweeping changes.

I had to clean house, permanently, starting with Bonnie Kiriakis. [tense music]

Yeah, I–I understand that there are no available units. Do you understand that I am here with Charlemagne Delacroix? Huh? No, that is not a Chicago Bulls draft pick. She’s a soap opera goddess. Just–just get somebody here as soon as you can. [sighs]

Am I going to die?

You most certainly are not.

[sighs] I sure do feel like it. I feel like I’m just hot as a firecracker all over.

Well, just keep that cold compress on your képi, and think cool thoughts.

What’s the holdup?

I don’t know. Some kind of city-wide crisis. Reminds me of this time I was in South Beach, and I called a rideshare to take me to a place called Club Caliente, which was anything but. Hour later, still no ride. Turns out traffic was at a standstill because somebody’s pet spider monkey had escaped and was running wild through the streets. So I, in that Floridian humidity, a.k.a. my hair’s worst nightmare, had to walk. All of that is to say this might take a while, so we’re just going to have to do our best to keep you comfy.

Hey, Lenny.

Hmm?

Can I ask you something?

Yeah, anything.

Well, all that sweet stuff you were saying about me there– was it just because you thought I was about to meet that big network executive in the sky?

No. I meant every word, kiddo. [soft music]

I don’t get it. How–how did you go after Bonnie from in here, inside Bayview?

Invisibility has its benefits, Abe.

Invisible. But wasn’t the staff watching you around the clock?

Well, at first, they were. But now, everyone sees me as some poor, grieving woman– eccentric, but mostly harmless. And then when super fan Jason32 posted a photo of one of the actors holding her call sheet, all I had to do was zoom in and I could see when and where and what you were shooting. And then I sent that text to Bonnie Kiriakis from a burner phone.

How’d you get her number?

Hello. It’s called the dark web. [laughs] Come on. That and Soap Twitter–you can find out anything you want.

And you tried to murder Bonnie.

But I didn’t succeed, obviously. The next thing I know, Soap Hub is reporting that you’ve brought on Kayla Johnson.

It was a temporary recast.

It was a travesty. A doctor moonlighting as my Kassandra Lovegood. Oh, no. Hell, no. Kayla had to go. [somber music]

It’s OK, sweetness. Sarah’s going to figure out what’s making you so sick. Just stay with me. Stay with me, baby.

I need you to put a rush on those blood tests. The lives of our head administrator and our chief of staff depend on it. OK.

Sarah?

What happened to him?

I–I don’t know. All of a sudden, he just passed out.

OK, what was he doing right before–

The script.

“Body & Soul.” He–he had just got a script delivered, and he was reading it.

[sighs] Not another one.

Another one? What are you talking about?

I think that Johnny’s script was poisoned.

What?

Yes. We need to get him into a room. I’m going to fill you in on the way. Come on.

So you weren’t happy with Kayla, so you wrote her out of the show?

Like I said, she had to go, just like the other one.

You mean–you mean Bonnie.

She’s not Kassandra Lovegood.

I know how passionate you are about “Body & Soul,” but this– you’ve taken this way too far.

Too far? I’m fighting for my life.

What are you talking about?

“Body & Soul” is not just some TV show to me. It’s–it’s what kept me going after I lost my husband and my cats. That’s why they all had to die. [dramatic music]

So you’re saying that’s why Kassandra had to die in that script you wrote.

No. I mean, I poisoned every last one of those actors you hired. With this.

OK. Thanks for the update.

What’s the word?

They’re sending someone out shortly. How are you feeling?

Better.

Good. Yeah. Yeah, your fever’s definitely down.

Thanks to you.

You think I missed my calling, going into PR? [laughs] Could be right. Maybe I should have gone into medicine, like my mom.

No. No way.

Hey, after that amazing, heroic, life-saving care I just administered, you don’t think I’d make a good doctor?

I think you’d make a fantastic doctor. No question about it. I just don’t want you at anybody else’s bedside. [clears throat] [coughs]

OK, easy. Easy there. OK. All right. Can’t have you dying on me now, Kiriakis. Not after we finally– finally got on the same page about our future.

[sighs] You’re not getting rid of me that easy, Doc.

What is that?

Oh, it’s an experimental drug they’ve been testing here at Bayview for psychotic behavior. Oh, but it has a toxic side effect.

How did you get your hands on it?

[laughs] I’m a nurse, Abe. I know my way around a drug closet.

So you sprayed that on the script you sent to Kayla.

Oh, not just Kayla. I sprayed every script that you sent to every actor. You get a spritz, and you get a spritz, and you get a spritz. But I wore gloves so I didn’t accidentally poison myself.

So anyone that– anyone that handled one of those scripts that you sent out–

Is probably dead. And you’re next. [tense music]

Sarah. Did you figure out what Kayla and Seth Burns were poisoned with?

We think so. And more importantly, we had the antidote right here in the lab.

That’s great news.

Yeah.

So she’s going to be OK?

Yeah, as soon as this makes its way into her system, she– she should make a full recovery. [somber music]

All right. Once this makes its way through Johnny’s system, he’s going to be just fine.

[sighs] Oh, thank Lord. And thank you, too, Sarah.

You’re very welcome.

So you’re sure that he’s going to be OK.

Yeah, Johnny’s going to make a full recovery. Listen–

Yeah?

I need to go check on everyone else that was poisoned tonight and make sure that they’re being treated, OK? I’m going to come back and check on you.

OK.

Thank you so much, Sarah.

Of course.

I was so scared, Johnny. I could have lost you.

No, not a chance. I am never going to leave you, Chanel.

Yeah. Well, I’ll hold you to that.

OK.

This is a concentrated amount of the drug. As soon as it touches your skin, you’re a dead man. Just–just like my husband.

Whitley, now, you don’t want to do this.

I thought that we had a special bond. And–but after what you’ve done to “Body & Soul,” that bond is forever broken.

Whitley–

You have to die.

Please.

Oh, no, you don’t, heffa. Not on my watch!

[sighs] You know, I texted you my hunch about Whitley. I thought you–

I know. I know. I know. You thought I was going to call the police and have them meet you here, and I did. I did. But Salem is such a mess tonight, even the mayor was going to have to wait.

A lot of people in distress.

Mm-hmm, thanks to her. When that lunatic was locked up in here after kidnapping you, I thought that we were done.

Well, she wasn’t.

Ugh. And I was not about to let you face her alone, so I jumped in my car and headed straight here.

[chuckles] My precious wife.

[chuckles]

I’m so grateful to you.

Oh, and I am so grateful that you’re all right, my darling. Oh, I just pray that the rest of Whitley’s victims got help in time, too.

Whew. Wow. You know what? I–I’m already feeling better. My energy’s coming back, my appetite. Do you think Sarah would let me have a cheeseburger?

[laughs]

What? What’s wrong?

Nothing. Just looking at my husband.

I like hearing you call me that. After what I did, I– I wasn’t sure I ever would again.

[sighs] Look, Johnny, I– if I wasn’t already sure that I wanted to give our marriage another shot, almost losing you just now, it really drove it home for me. You are so important to me, Johnny. And I think that going through what we just went through and finding our way to the other side and finding our way back to each other is going to make our relationship even stronger.

I agree. And you, my beautiful wife– I– you mean everything to me. And I promise you that I’m never going to take you for granted again.

Yeah, well, that goes double for me. [laughs]

All right, you should be fine in a couple hours. But if her conditions worsen, get her to a hospital immediately.

Yes, sir. I know you’re not in the military, but what you do, saving lives– that deserves to be saluted. So I will keep an eye on Hattie, and thank you for your service. Heavens to Betsy Ross am I relieved. My favorite leading lady is going to be OK.

You better not let Bonnie hear you say that.

[laughs] Oh, Hattie, I don’t think I realized how much I adored you until I thought you were dead.

Oh, that’s all it took, huh?

I will be sure to never, ever take you for granted again. I promise.

Oh. Back at you, Lenny.

Come here. [soft music]

You should be fine in a couple hours. But if his condition worsens, get him to a hospital immediately.

Will do. Thank you so much for coming. Oh, my God. I can’t believe that someone poisoned your script.

“Body & Soul,” man, the gift that keeps on giving.

Yeah, I’ll say.

You know, now that I’m starting to come out of this fog a little bit, I did remember something.

What?

Something I was going to do before I collapsed.

Alex, you’re going to have to tell me. It’s been a whirlwind. What were you about to do? [sweet music]

I’m so grateful you’re going to be OK.

I think the antidote is working. I’m really–I’m really feeling so much better.

Good. That’s so good because I– I couldn’t imagine losing you again. I love you so much, baby. [monitor beeping]

I love you, my darling.

Yeah? What about Rhett?

[laughs] What about him?

Aren’t the two of you supposed to get hitched?

I’m already married. And quite happily, I might add.

Don’t you forget it.

Never. So am I to understand that there was poison on my script?

Looks that way.

Do you have any idea who’s behind it?

Not yet, but I can promise you this. I’m going to find out who it was, and I’m going to make them pay.

[whimpers] How could you do this to me, Henry?

Henry?

After all that we’ve been to each other, you expect me to call you Commissioner Marshall?

What is she babbling about?

Henry Marshall. He’s a character on the show.

[laughs] Should have guessed.

Poor thing.

She is definitely one sick puppy.

She has–she has no one. I want to show her some compassion.

Oh, there he is, my Abraham, with his big, forgiving heart. OK, go ahead. Do it. Just do your thing.

Whitley–

Hm?

I’m not Henry Marshall.

Oh, you expect me to believe that you’re his twin brother, William. Well, I’m not buying it.

I am sorry. I truly am.

Oh, well, [chuckles] that’s OK. You know, the heart wants what it wants. Kind of like “Body & Soul,” right? We’ll always have Pineview, though, right?

We will always have Pineview.

OK. OK. OK.

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Days Update Monday, February 3, 2025

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Joseph Mueller

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Update written by Joseph

Paulina begins the wedding ceremony of Jada and “Rafe”. Paulina asks if anyone objects, so Leo stands up and announces he has something to say. Paulina questions what is going on here. Javi asks Leo what the hell he is doing. Leo reminds Javi that he said “Rafe” might shoot the messenger, so he’ll take the hit. Paulina complains about Leo interrupting while Leo insists this is important. Leo says he has something to tell, but Javi says it’s nothing. Leo asks Javi if he’s sure. Javi thanks Leo for trying to protect him but says it’s his secret to tell. Javi then announces that he has something to say.

At the police station, Belle thanks Shawn for he and JJ being able to take the stand in court. Shawn says he was just doing his job. Belle says she appreciates it, especially since it meant he had to miss Rafe and Jada’s wedding. Belle asks if he thinks it’s too late to go. Shawn doesn’t think they’d appreciate him showing up in the middle of the ceremony. Belle points out that at least he got to celebrate at the bachelor party. Shawn mentions that he could’ve done without Chanel throwing herself at him which Belle questions. Shawn explains that he tracked her down at Small Bar and she was desperate for a friendly face. Belle understands she was drunk and upset at Johnny. Shawn assures that he and Chanel did not sleep together, unlike her and EJ.

EJ declares that everything is in place, so the rest is up to Arnold if he doesn’t screw this up.

Arnold tells Javi that whatever wedding surprise he has in store can wait. Arnold then gets a text from EJ. Jada asks “Rafe” if everything is okay. Arnold tells Javi that it’s going to have to wait because he has something to say now. Jada says he’s scaring her and asks what’s going on. “Rafe” responds that he’s sorry but he can’t marry her, leaving Jada and everyone else shocked. Jada pulls “Rafe” aside and asks what he’s talking about. He responds that he can’t marry her because she’s not the woman he thought she was. Paulina questions what this is about. “Rafe” says he’s sorry to interrupt the ceremony and he didn’t want it to be like this. Jada questions what he means. He says he hates to do this right now. Gabi and Javi question what he’s doing. “Rafe” responds that he’s still processing this all himself. Jada questions what is going on and what was in the text he got. “Rafe” brings up EJ hiring him to find Sloan Peterson and reveals he was lying about that.

Belle tells Shawn that what happened with EJ shouldn’t have happened and calls it a mistake. Shawn says they are divorced so how she spends her time and who she spends it with is her business, so he never should’ve brought it up. Belle points out that he did bring it up so it seems like he’s upset about it. Shawn admits he is because he thought she had better taste which Belle questions. Shawn calls EJ scum. Belle asks if they are grading each other’s sexual partners now. Belle insists that she and EJ are not in a relationship and it was a one time thing. Shawn repeats that it’s her business but Belle feels he has more he’d like to say. Shawn says there’s not but Belle tells him to go ahead and say it because there’s no reason to pull any punches. Shawn responds that as someone who’s dealt with addiction, he’s in tune to when someone is lying. Belle questions him thinking that she’s lying to him about EJ. Shawn clarifies that he thinks she’s lying to herself.

EJ waits at home, hoping Arnold doesn’t mess this up and drops the hammer on Jada.

Jada asks “Rafe” what is on his phone. He responds that it’s about the case. He says EJ was his client but the case was not about Sloan Peterson, it was about Jada. She questions why EJ would hire him to investigate her. Gabi argues that Rafe would never go behind Jada’s back. Gabi asks if there’s something Javi and Leo aren’t telling her but Leo says they know nothing about this. “Rafe” explains that EJ came to him to dig up dirt on her because he blamed her for taking his district attorney job and was desperate to prove that she wasn’t as clean as she seems and he wanted anything he could find to leverage in to getting his job back. Jada doesn’t understand why Rafe would want to help EJ.

EJ texts Arnold not to forget to act like it’s killing him since he’s the tormented groom with a broken heart. Belle shows up and tells EJ that she just came from court. EJ guesses she came to gloat. Belle says that Shawn was a witness and she’s just agitated because he gave her an earful about EJ. Belle says it wasn’t supposed to go like this. EJ understands why she felt uncomfortable seeing Shawn. Belle brings up Shawn walking in on EJ trying to sneak out of her mom’s house this morning. EJ asks if Belle came for an apology. Belle says she came to talk about how they are going to handle their relationship going forward.

Shawn sits at his desk and opens a folder, questioning what this is.

Jada questions why “Rafe” would ever agree to dig up dirt on her for EJ of all people. Paulina argues that she deserves an answer. “Rafe” says he figured it would be easy money because EJ was offering a boatload of cash and he was sure there would be nothing, but the problem is that he found something. Stephanie calls that impossible, asking what he could have possibly found on Jada. Paulina argues that Jada has been nothing but an upstanding citizen. “Rafe” says he didn’t want to believe it either but it’s all right here.

EJ asks what Belle means by handle their relationship. Belle says they don’t have a relationship. EJ points out that she used the word. Belle says she didn’t mean it like that and argues that it was never in her plans to have Shawn find out that they spent the night together. EJ argues that Shawn is a grown man and they are divorced, so he’s going to have to deal with her having a life apart from him. Belle says he’s not the only one and brings up Marlena. Belle worries that it’s out there now, so the more likely that Sami will find out and it’s only a matter of time before she comes back to town. EJ says they discussed that worrying about Sami is a total waste of energy. Belle points out that he didn’t think that way last time. EJ insists he’s over that now and is not going to live in fear of her anymore. Belle thinks they should be prepared because you never know what Sami might do. EJ asks if she came all this way to talk strategy about Sami or if there’s something else on her mind.

Jada asks “Rafe” to tell her what he found. He explains that he talked to a detective on the force and had him take a look at her files. “Rafe” reveals that he found some disturbing instances where rules were bent or broken. Jada calls that not possible. Paulina asks what rules they are talking about. Jada promises to not know what he’s talking about. He repeats that it’s all here and calls it a very disturbing trail of lies and corruption.

Belle asks EJ what other reason she would have for coming over. EJ says he doesn’t know. Belle tells him to forget whatever he’s thinking. Belle tells EJ that whatever happened last night is never happening again and calls it a drunken mistake. Belle argues that she’s the district attorney so she has to carry herself a certain way and make good choices, so she’s leaving. EJ tells her to go ahead then, but they end up kissing instead.

“Rafe” says if it were one case, he might be able to write it off as a simple mistake. Jada calls this all one big mistake. “Rafe” says he wishes he was, but the detective compiled every questionable thing Jada has done and all the evidence against her. Jada demands to see it, saying she will respond to every one and asks where it’s at. Shawn then arrives and announces he has it right here. Gabi questions what Shawn is doing there. Shawn says he was in court, then went back to the station and found this on the desk. Paulina questions what it is. “Rafe” guesses the detective must have left it for Shawn. Shawn explains that it’s several case files from when Rafe was in the hospital and Jada was acting commissioner. Paulina asks what it says. Shawn says he didn’t go over all the details but he did notice issues with some certain events and timelines including evidence and warrants. Shawn reveals that the files seem to show that Jada was rogue during all these investigations. Jada argues that she always followed the law. Shawn says these documents show a history of skirting the rules. Jada shouts that she would never do that. “Rafe” points out that she was under a lot of pressure and didn’t know if he was going to live while she had to prove to everyone that she was capable. Jada says she is capable and swears she would never do anything underhanded. “Rafe” says that’s unfortunately not how it looks. Jada asks to see the files but Paulina thinks she should take them.

Belle tells EJ that they shouldn’t be doing this, repeating that it was a mistake and she just got divorced. EJ points out that her being divorced means she’s free to do whatever she wants, but if she truly doesn’t want this, she should leave before it goes any further but if she does, they should take it upstairs. Belle decides they should go upstairs before she changes her mind, so they do.

Jada questions Paulina believing any of this is true. Paulina talks about how much she always respected and believed in Jada. Jada can’t believe “Rafe” is doing this to her. He says he’s sorry and tells her how much it hurts him. Jada questions him doing it. He claims he took the job from EJ while being so sure he wouldn’t find any dirt but the evidence seems pretty clear cut so he thinks it’s best that they don’t get married while she’s under investigation. Paulina hates to say it but believes he is right as she can’t be affiliated with any kind of wrongdoing or perform this ceremony until they get to the bottom of this situation. Jada cries that this is crazy and not true. “Rafe” wishes that were the case and he never found any of this. Paulina tells Jada they can just hope it’s a terrible misunderstanding. Jada calls it a big ugly lie and asks how Shawn can’t see through this, pointing out that he didn’t even see who left it on his desk. Paulina instructs Shawn to take Jada to the police station for questioning. Stephanie asks if this can’t wait since she’s still in her wedding dress. Paulina insists that the sooner they go through the process, the better it will be. Shawn tells Jada that he’s sorry as he then escorts her away.

EJ and Belle go to his bedroom and continue kissing as they begin to undress each other and kiss on to the bed where they have sex again.

Stephanie, Steve, and Kayla go to the Brady Pub. Stephanie can’t believe Rafe, Shawn, and Paulina let that happen. Stephanie wants to go to the police station but Steve says there’s nothing she can do. Kayla trusts Paulina and Shawn. Stephanie complains that Jada did not do what they are saying. Kayla agrees that she can’t imagine Jada breaking the law to prove herself as commissioner. Steve says that’s why they need to strategize to help her, but first they need to know what “Rafe” found and what evidence they have against her. Stephanie says it has to be a misunderstanding as there’s no other way to explain it. Kayla promises to do whatever they can to help Jada. Stephanie says the worst part is that Jada’s fiancée did this to her.

Gabi confronts “Rafe” and asks why he did this. He claims he had no choice but Gabi argues that he did and that he didn’t have to get involved with EJ in the first place. Gabi demands they go home and talk about this right now but “Rafe” says after the day he’s had, he’s not going home to answer a bunch of questions. Gabi questions him not being in the mood. He says he knows it looks like he’s the bad guy but he’s just trying to do the right thing, so he just needs to think. Gabi tells him they will talk about this later and exits. “Rafe” goes over to Javi and Leo and says he can’t believe this happened as his wedding is ruined. Javi asks if he’s okay. He says he’s not as he just found out his bride is completely corrupt and doing all this shady stuff behind his back. Javi argues that he’s in no position to judge, pointing out that he’s made mistakes of his own, bringing up what he did with the stripper.

Shawn and Paulina bring Jada to the police station. Jada calls this insane, arguing that Paulina can’t possibly believe this is true. Paulina responds that she really doesn’t know. Jada argues that she knows her and that she’s not the type of person to play fast and loose with the law to look good as commissioner. Jada adds that Paulina was with her the whole time that Rafe was in a coma. Paulina suggests those struggles could have led her to cut corners but Jada insists that she didn’t and she was determined to carry on Rafe’s legacy while being afraid he wouldn’t wake up. Jada asks how Rafe could dig up dirt on her while telling her he loves her. Shawn points out that he did say he didn’t think he would find anything. Jada continues to question why Rafe would look for dirt on her in the first place.

“Rafe” tells Javi that he almost forgot Javi was about to tell everyone. Leo intervenes and says he stood up first. “Rafe” brings up the guy code and says what happens at the bachelor party, stays at the bachelor party. “Rafe” tells them that his wedding is in shambles after finding out his bride cheated her way in to his job and now he has to go figure out what he’s going to do with the rest of his life as he walks away, leaving Javi and Leo confused. Javi can’t believe that just went down. Leo thought he had a lock on the craziest wedding interruption in town but that blew it out of the water. Javi asks what to do now, if they still tell Jada that “Rafe” cheated on her since they decided it was the right thing to do. Leo points out that Javi wanted her to know the truth before she committed herself to Rafe and now there’s no wedding. Leo adds that since “Rafe” betrayed Jada twice in 24 hours, he thinks she dodged a bullet. Javi agrees that telling Jada now would just be kicking her while she’s down.

Paulina instructs Shawn to take Jada in to the interrogation room where they can go over all of this, piece by piece. Shawn tells Jada that he’s sorry to do this and asks if she wants to wait for her lawyer. Jada says to just get it over with since her fiancee just tore her apart at their wedding, so the day can’t get any worse as they then head to the interrogation room.

Stephanie tells Steve and Kayla that she doesn’t get it as she thought Rafe was a good guy but then he goes after the woman he loves in this way. Steve notes that he’s been making some questionable decisions lately. Kayla talks about it being hard to believe while Stephanie talks about Jada being one of the best people she knows. Steve says to consider the source and says this has EJ’s filthy fingerprints all over it.

After having sex, EJ asks if Belle still thinks this was a mistake. Belle responds that her brain is not really in thinking mode. EJ jokes that thinking is overrated. They go to kiss again but EJ gets a text from Arnold saying it’s done and that they took Jada to the police department which makes EJ smile. Belle asks if it’s good news. EJ says very.

Arnold returns to his hotel room at the Salem Inn and gets a text back from EJ, telling him it’s shaping up to be a great day.

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Days Transcript Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Posted on February 4, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft music]

[gasps] Oh!

[groans]

Honey. Well, I–I– I brought some bonbons for my– my favorite Bon– Bon Bon.

Thanks.

You–I guess you can’t eat those, can you? Gosh, I’m so sorry about that. Well, how long do you think you’ll be laid up here? I heard–heard it could be months.

[muffled] Yeah, it’s a long time.

Whatever you said, it sounds kind of bad. Uh, look, you know, Charlemagne is nothing without Kassandra. So not to make it all about me, but what do you think’s going to happen?

They recast me with Kayla.

What?

Kayla. Kayla.

Oh, Kayla. Oh, Kayla.

Mm-hmm.

Oh, I have not seen Stephanie worked up like that in a very long time.

Well, it’s not easy watching your best friend’s wedding blow up.

Well, and it’s hard on you to see Marcus’s daughter go through that.

Yeah. I just kept thinking how horrible it would have been for him to see her hauled down to the police station on those corruption allegations. It just doesn’t make any sense. The Jada I know would never be capable of doing any of those things she’s being accused of.

Agreed. So are you going to talk to Shawn and tell him about your hunch that EJ set Jada up?

No, I’m going to do some legwork first. I don’t want DiMera knowing that I’m on to him until I have something solid I could use against him.

Yeah, that’s a good idea. Ugh. Oh, what’s this?

Well, I hope Dr. “Sweetness” Johnson is up for playing these scenes as the mother-in-law from hell.

And the spoiler for Regan and Arrow.

Yeah. I’m hoping that Joy and Alex aren’t spoilers for themselves.

What do you mean?

You know what I mean. You know how messy it could get now that the two of them are sleeping together in real life?

And I thought I was feeling good before.

Before?

Didn’t you notice how mellow I was on set today?

Yeah. You were pretty chill now that I–

Yeah.

I think about it, yeah.

Well, that’s because it was actually a fun day at work for a change.

Oh.

No Chanel making me feel guilty or snarking at me about her husband.

No wonder.

But still, how I wish I never met Johnny DiMera that night at Small Bar.

Hey, there’s no way you could have known that you two would be working together.

I know, or that his wife and I would be working together, too. But still, there was something. Something told me that night it was a big mistake to hook up with him.

Yeah.

I should have listened to my gut.

Great work today, Seth. Seriously, I mean, nobody could bring Dr. Blake Lamoray to life the way you have. You’re, uh, you’re really growing into the character. Yeah. I agree. It’s not the same without Faith. I miss her too.

[soft orchestration]

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

Seth, I got to go. I’ll, uh–I’ll talk to you tomorrow. Chanel, hey.

Hey. Uh, this was at your front door.

Thanks. Uh, did you come by for any particular reason?

Yeah, I did. I wanted to talk to you about us.

Oh, it’s from Leo. Yikes. I think it’s my first script.

I still can’t believe I’m married to a TV star.

A very reluctant one, believe me. I just couldn’t say no to Abe. I knew he was desperate.

You’re a good friend.

[groans] Let’s see what I’m in for. [pensive music] Ugh.

What are you worried about? You know Alex and Joy are the definition of consenting adults, right?

Yes. We both know that. We both also know if things go wrong, we’re going to have a big problem because this is Alex we’re talking about. And just five minutes ago, he was–he was sleeping with Stephanie Johnson.

Did I just hear my name?

How about we run lines for tomorrow’s bedroom scene, hmm, in bed?

Hmm.

Hmm, as in not as fun as what we were doing before, but more fun than me doing it at home on my own.

Oh, way more fun. I promise. [sultry music]

All right, all right.

Another day, another show. Let’s see. Hmm. Oh, my God. Well, this came out of nowhere.

What happened?

Regan. She gets into a car accident and goes into premature labor.

OK.

But I just got pregnant. This is way too soon.

Hmm.

Wow. And they have Arrow trying to deliver the baby on the side of the road.

I get to deliver a baby? That’s awesome.

Oh, no.

What?

The baby’s not breathing.

What do you mean it’s not– they can’t kill a baby, right?

Um, no. No, the baby doesn’t die.

Oh, good.

I do. [intriguing music]

I got to admit, when I didn’t hear from you today, I was worried you were having second thoughts.

No, no second thoughts. I just–I knew you were working, and I just– I needed a little more time. I wanted to make sure that my head was on straight before we had this conversation.

I understand.

But I meant what I said last night, OK? If we’re going to make our marriage work, then we have to get to work right away.

You’re right.

Letting things fester is how we ended up in this situation in the first place, right? So if you ever doubt me again for any reason, then you talk to me, OK? No wasting time and letting things spiral into this self-fulfilling prophecy.

That is the last thing that I want.

And if you ever happen to see Alex having sex with someone that you cannot see, just please don’t automatically assume it’s me.

Look, I’m not going to make that mistake again, OK? Trust me when I say that. I–I know. I let my jealousy just get out of hand. I know that. I went down this crazy rabbit hole and hurt you.

I just–I don’t understand how you could ever think that I would cheat on you. I really thought that we were in a good place. I thought we were solid. And obviously, you didn’t.

I know. And that’s 100% on me, OK? I own that. And all I can say now is that I promise, OK? I promise that I will never doubt you again. I promise that I will be a better communicator. I love you, Chanel. I can’t live without you.

I love you too, Johnny. And I cannot imagine wanting to be with any man but you.

I can’t imagine wanting to be with anyone else either ever– not ever.

Uh–

Oh, is there a problem?

Yes, a big one. You know, I know it’s just acting, but I don’t know how I’m supposed to pretend to be in love with another man because you’re the only man that I want.

Aww.

Yeah. But luckily, in this show, I talk about Rhett. I don’t actually kiss him or anything.

Well, if he did kiss you, I might have to put a hit out on him.

Yeah, well, this show, I just have scenes with Charlemagne, AKA Hattie Adams.

Oh, lucky you.

Yeah. I suppose I should call her up and run lines with her or something, right? I mean, that’s what they call this. “Run the lines.” Run the lines?

Well, in this case, I think you should call it “run for the hills.”

[laughs] Yeah, that would be a great idea. I would love to do that. You know what? I do not have the energy for her tonight, so why don’t you just run the lines with me, huh?

Me? I’m no actor.

Well, neither am I. Listen. Charlemagne barely has any lines in this whole scene, so here. Let’s do it, please. [whimsical music]

Mmm, yummy. So Dr. Kayla is Kassandra, huh? I’m–I’m just not sure I see that. I mean, she’s nice enough, and she’s got a great hair. But she doesn’t have your spark, Bon Bon, you know?

Hmm.

Yeah. Yeah.

Thank you.

Oh, oh, thank you. Oh, yes. OK. Well, you’re welcome. It’s going to be pretty interesting tomorrow, you know. Oh, oh, Leo– Leo gave me a script, right here. Yeah. So I–I, um, been kind of glancing out a little bit. But it seems to me that there’s a whole lot of Kassandra and Charlemagne in this thing. Oh, my goodness, yeah. Do you want to run it with me?

That’s insane. They can’t kill Regan.

It says I bleed out on the side of the road.

Let me see it. Maybe you come back from the dead later or something, you know? All right, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. “Arrow picks up the newborn baby, “tries to flag down a car for help. We see headlights, hear screeching, and he goes down.”

What? You get hit by a car?

Whoa, whoa, is it– “The baby goes flying out of his arms. “It lands gently in an off-camera thicket of shrubbery.”

And what about Arrow?

It says he’s dead. [tense music]

Stephanie? I thought you were at Jada’s wedding.

Ah. Guess you haven’t talked to Paulina.

No. Why?

Well, the wedding was a total disaster. Actually, it didn’t even happen.

What?

Rafe supposedly found evidence that Jada is a corrupt cop. He left her at the altar, and Shawn dragged her down to the police station for questioning.

Well, I don’t believe it. I can’t believe that Paulina would either.

Well, her hands were tied. I mean, the whole thing is outrageous. Jada is incapable of the things that they are accusing her of. My dad is going to clear her name.

So is that why you came down here so late, to tell us this?

Uh, no. Actually, I wanted to let you know that I put out a release to the soap press about my mom assuming the role of Kassandra. And I also put out a release about the new identity of Lady Whistleblower. Oh, and I took care of the Emmy submissions.

Well, that’s very efficient. But, you know, the Emmys aren’t for months.

Yes. But I won’t be around then.

Well, why not?

Because I quit.

You’re quitting your job?

I am. But I didn’t want to leave you guys in the lurch, so I’ve already taken the liberty of reaching out to my friend who’s also a publicist. Her name is Andrea. She is fantastic. She has tons of experience.

OK, could we just back this up a bit? What prompted this decision?

It has nothing to do with you or the job. I promise. I have loved every minute of working on this show.

Uh, then what is the reason?

Alex Kiriakis. [soft dramatic music]

So I guess we’re fired?

You’d think they would say something before you just read it in a script, right?

Yeah.

Yeah, yeah. It’s–wait a second. Wait a second. I knew it. Look at the air date.

April 1.

It’s an April Fool’s Day episode. So everything that just happened is like a dream or something.

Maybe. Maybe, but I– I don’t see anybody yelling “April Fool’s” at the end of this.

I’m going to call Abe to get it cleared up.

Oh, no, don’t. Don’t.

Yes.

No, we’ll figure it out tomorrow, OK? And honestly, I am OK with whatever happens.

Oh, you’re OK with whatever happens?

Like, I know I said today was a really good day on set, and it was. But to be honest, there’s been a lot more rough days than good ones. And who knows what else is to come? And, um, actually, the only real positive thing that’s come from this whole experience has been meeting you.

Joy. Come on. That is really sweet, but–

No, I mean it, Alex. And I was thinking, since next week is Valentine’s Day, I’d really love to spend it somewhere else with you. [soft music]

Hmm.

So with the help of time and talking things through– well, mostly with myself– I have a new perspective on us and what happened.

OK.

And the way I see it now– look. You almost went to bed with Joy. And I had a close call with Shawn. And we were both just angry and lashing out. But at the end of the day, neither one of us actually broke our wedding vows. And I think there’s a reason for that.

Look, speaking for myself, that night, when I took off my wedding ring with Joy, I honestly– I felt naked without it. And I never, ever want to take it off again. Chanel, there is one thing that I need from you if we’re going to fix our marriage. I need you to be here. Every night that you spend at your mom’s, you just feel further and further away. So would you please just come home?

OK. I will.

Really?

Really.

OK, uh, OK. Well, let– do you want to go– do you want to go to your mom’s? I’ll help you pack your things.

Oh, no, that won’t be necessary.

Oh, so you do need a little more time?

No, no. I already packed my bags in the car.

OK, baby, I can never say no to you when you bat those pretty blue eyes at me. But just don’t ask me to do Hattie’s lines in falsetto. OK?

OK. OK, OK, OK. Just give me the cues, OK? All right. All right, I’m going to start. I’m going to start.

Mm-hmm.

OK. “Oh, my God, Charlemagne, I can’t believe it. You’re alive!”

“You’re not getting rid of me that easily, Kassandra. The Phoenix always rises from the ashes.” – “You’re no Phoenix. “And I’m not about to give up Rhett now. “So I suppose I’ll just have to make you die for real this time.”

Oh, my God. It says Kassandra shoots me and I die. That Leo. I finally get back on the show, and he’s killing me off again. [tense music]

“You’re never going to get–get away with this. I thought we were friends.” [sighs] You’ll–you’ll never get rid of me. I will haunt you forever.

That is not even close to your line.

I was going where the scene takes me, baby. [groans]

[laughs]

How was that?

And they say vaudeville is dead. I don’t think so.

I’m going to talk to Abe. I think I’m a natural.

No, I think you need to put your acting aspirations aside. You were going to clear Jada, remember?

Right. So explain this to me. Charlemagne is really dead?

Well, I mean, I don’t know. It says she comes back– I mean, how would they kill her off? She just came back to life. There must be something more to this. [gasps] Oh.

Oh, what? What is it?

There is something more. Kassandra dies too.

How in tarnation could he kill me off again? Ink isn’t even dry on my contract yet. You didn’t have anything to do with this, did you, Bon Bon?

What? No, of course not.

Oh, good. I’m so glad. You know what? I’m just going to call him, give him a piece of my mind. [line trilling] [beep] Oh, went right to voicemail. Well, I’m not going to let him do this to me. I’m going to– I’m going to go over there and give him what for. I’ll be back, honey.

Mm-hmm. [intriguing music]

So you’re quitting for Alex Kiriakis?

Well, because of him, but not for him. I’m doing it for myself. Look, you guys were being fair when Alex and I were together before, and you said that I had to choose between him or the job. Fast forward to now, I’ve realized that keeping my job was a reflexive choice, one that I’ve come to regret.

Now that you’ve broken up with my son.

I had no business being with Philip when I wasn’t ready to move on. And honestly, I don’t think Alex was ready to move on so quickly either.

Have you talked to him about this?

Um, I have, yes. But we didn’t get to finish our conversation. And that’s OK. Because whether or not we’re on the same page, I know that I’ve made the right decision.

Well, I wish that I could agree with you about that choice.

I also know that Alex is with Joy now. So obviously, if we don’t wind up together, at least I know I tried.

You want to take a little Valentine’s Day trip, huh?

Well, my mom’s been bugging me to come visit. And, like, I don’t know. New York would be fun, right? We could go to a couple of Broadway shows. We could go to the Met. We could go to MoMA.

[sighs]

Well, don’t get too excited.

No, no, I– I, yeah, I’m just– you know, meeting the parents– it’s a big step.

Wow. So you were only with Joy because you thought I was with Philip. And I was only with Philip because I thought you were with Joy.

Bingo. But you’re not with Philip anymore.

No. But you’re still with Joy, right?

Kinda.

Define “kinda.”

I mean, it’s not like we’re official or anything, you know? We’re just spending a little bit more time together. But I mean, If I had known you were single, Steph, I swear to God to you, I would slow that down completely so that you and I could–

So that you and I could what?

Forget it, really, because I don’t even know if you and I can really be together as long as the two of us are working on “Body & Soul.”

What if I wasn’t?

I just–I don’t know. I just maybe feel like it’s maybe too fast.

Yeah, no, I mean, it was just an idea.

Yeah.

Um, we definitely don’t have to go to New York. We could, um, we could go somewhere else. We could just stay here. I mean, you do– you want to celebrate Valentine’s Day with me, right?

Yeah. [phone buzzes] Yeah, yeah, yeah, of course. Of course. Come on. Oh, man. Anyway, I should probably get going, call it a night.

What about tomorrow’s script?

Oh, it’s, like, all action, pretty much. There’s no lines, so, you know. Got an early call time. I’m so tired.

You know you can always just stay here, too.

Thank you. But I think you and I both know if that happens, we’re not going to get much sleep. So I will see you tomorrow. OK?

Great. Yeah, yeah, tomorrow.

OK.

OK. I’m–I’m going to go get your stuff out of the car, help you unpack. And I–I–you know, I can’t believe that we’re sleeping under the same roof tonight. And also, um–

Also?

Also, um, look, I– I just–I want you to know that, um, we don’t have to sleep in our bed tonight. You know, whatever you’re comfortable with is what I want.

Hmm. Well, let’s just take it one day at a time.

OK. I have missed you so much. [soft music]

Did I even say “welcome back?” Welcome back.

[laughs] Yeah, I think I got the message.

[sighs] You know, this is the last thing that I want to do right now, but do you mind if I open this up? It’s going to be a new script from Leo, probably with some new pages for tomorrow.

Go for it. Let’s see what the troublemaker’s cooked up now.

Yeah. Oh, OK. Oh, my God.

What?

Leo killed off Dr. Lamoray.

What?

Yeah. I mean, Seth loves being on this show. I was just literally, when you walked in, telling him what a good job that he’s doing. He’s going to be devastated.

Hey.

Hey. That was fast.

Well, I got your message. It sounded important. What’s going on?

Sorry for the cryptic text. I just wanted to talk to you about this in person.

It’s OK.

I quit “Body & Soul.”

You did? I mean, I know you said you would, but–

I–I had to go for it, even if we didn’t finish our conversation from the other day.

I’m just, um– wow.

Look, you know I have feelings for you. And I’m not trying to pressure you in any way. I just knew that if we were ever going to have a shot, it wasn’t going to happen if I was still publicist at “Body & Soul.” I had to follow my heart.

Steph, I don’t even know what to say.

You don’t have to say anything right now. I know that you’re with Joy, and that’s a complication, obviously.

Yeah, yeah, more than I wish it were.

What do you mean?

Well, I just thought we were still on this “getting to know each other” phase, you know, casual.

And you’re not anymore?

She’s not anymore. Suddenly she’s talking about taking this Valentine’s Day trip.

Oh. Well, Alex, I mean, if you want to do that, you should–

I don’t want to do that at all. And that’s how I know what I have to do. I have to let her down gently… Because I just want to be with you, Steph.

I can’t believe it that Stephanie just up and quit on us without any notice.

Well, I am sorry to see her go.

Damn it, Abe. Ever since Hattie put that stupid curse on us, I mean, it seems like everything has gone wrong– everything from the poisoned cupcakes, actors quitting left and right, the PR person quitting. Plus, Justin still insists that Bonnie was led to that elevator shaft on purpose.

Yeah. You know, it’s been a long day. Look, why don’t you– why don’t you go home and get some rest, huh?

You do the same thing.

Yeah. I’m going to finish up this schedule, and I’ll be right behind you.

OK.

You know, maybe this whole thing is my fault.

How so?

Because I told Abe that I didn’t really want to do the part. And I didn’t have much time to give him, so maybe he decided that it was too much trouble to recast it. And he decided just to pull the plug on the whole thing.

I guess it’s possible.

Yeah, but to kill the character off? I mean, Bonnie is going to get better someday, and now she’s not going to have a job? I just wish he would have talked to me about it first.

Well, why don’t you call him and find out?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s what I’m going to do. Speed dial somewhere? There he is. [line trilling]

Oh. Kayla, hi.

Ah, Abe, hi. How are you? I’m sorry to call you so late. But I was just going over the script for tomorrow, and I’m just a bit confused.

Well, I’ll help if I can.

Um, yeah, I didn’t know, but, um–but it says in there that Kassandra is being killed off.

What?

Well, the script says that I shoot Charlemagne, and then when I drop the gun, her cat slinks over and steps on the trigger and then shoots me in the heart. I mean, I don’t know. Is this just, uh, Charlemagne’s revenge or something?

Kayla, I– I have no idea what you’re talking about.

But it was in the script that was waiting for me when I came home.

Oh. So this must be Leo going off again on his own without running it by us.

So what should I do?

Well, you hang in there, and I’ll get to the bottom of it.

Hey, hey. I need a word with you.

Ugh, looks like I don’t have much of a choice. What’s up?

“What’s up?” Don’t play dumb with me, mister. I just got my latest script, and it says that Kassandra kills me dead.

What? No, she doesn’t.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, she does. Look, it’s all right here in black and white.

I did not write that. Ugh. Look at this terrible spelling, this awful punctuation. Where did this come from?

Well, it got delivered to me in an envelope with my name on it, like always.

Well, it didn’t come from me.

Well, if you didn’t write it, then who did? [tense music]

So what is this? Some kind of a joke?

Oh, my God. What if it’s the stalker?

What stalker?

The evil SOB who sent those poison cupcakes and the text to Bonnie sending her to the elevator, the person who has been targeting the cast and crew of the show since you put a curse on it.

Oh, yeah. Well, I guess that’s possible. But attempted murder, I mean, that’s no small potatoes. And I know they were killing me off on the show, but at least I wasn’t going to die in real life, you know? Although, I’m feeling a little unsteady.

You are suddenly looking a little green around the gills.

Yeah. [soft dramatic music]

I should get something to drink.

[shallow breathing]

So you want to be with me? Do you really mean that?

Of course I do.

[gasps] Alex! What’s wrong? Alex. Alex! Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Oh, my God.

So what did Abe say?

He said no one’s getting killed. And he thinks that Leo just went rogue.

Well, it sounds like Leo.

Yeah. And, um, Abe said he was going to get to the bottom of it…

Sweetness, you OK?

I just feel kind of– I don’t know. I feel–

Oh. Baby, hey. Oh.

You’re right.

[sighs] I’m going to call Leo right now.

[grunts] [groans]

Johnny!

Oh, my God. I think I know who’s doing this.

[ominous music]

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Days Update Friday, January 31, 2025

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Joseph Mueller

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Kayla joins Steve at the church for Jada and Rafe’s wedding. Kayla says she wanted to go to Jada’s bachelorette party but she was stuck at work all night. Steve jokes that she just has to not upstage the bride.

Jada gets a call from “Rafe”. Arnold says he just wanted one last call with his gorgeous fiancée before she becomes his wife.

Javi runs in to Leo in the town square. Leo says he was just telling Marlena how happy they are. Javi says no and that he’s mad at Leo because he ruined Jada and Rafe’s wedding. Leo asks what he’s talking about and asks how he could ruin a wedding that hasn’t even happened yet. Javi reveals it might not ever happen because last night, “Rafe” cheated on Jada.

Jada tells “Rafe” that she’s glad he called because when she didn’t hear from him, she worried about him getting cold feet. He assures that nothing can stop him from making her his bride today.

Rafe knocks out EJ and declares there’s not going to be a wedding as he then escapes the secret room in the underground tunnels.

Kayla asks Steve how the bachelor party was. Steve thinks some of them might need hangover remedies but it wasn’t exactly good as he found out that “Rafe” took a case, working for EJ and didn’t tell him about it. Kayla thought they hated each other. Steve says that didn’t stop “Rafe” from taking the job. Kayla asks about the job. Steve says that “Rafe” claims that EJ hired him to track down Sloan Peterson and a couple weeks ago, “Rafe” told Jada that he sent him out of town on a case which he did not do. Kayla asks what he thinks is going on. Steve says he doesn’t know but didn’t feel last night was the time to get in to it. Steve adds that after the wedding, he and Rafe are going to have a talk about their working relationship.

Leo tells Javi that’s crazy since Rafe is head over heels in love with Jada, so he can’t believe he would cheat on her. Javi reveals that it was with the exotic dancer that Leo hired for the bachelor party. Leo argues that Sally would never do that but Javi says Sally must have called in sick because they sent Savannah which shocks Leo. Javi remarks that this isn’t the Rafe he knows.

Arnold tells Jada that they could do a photobooth setup at the wedding. Jada notes that Javi did pretty much all the planning so she’s beyond grateful to him since work’s been crazy. Jada feels they are in for a few surprises and tells “Rafe” that she has a surprise for him. Jada says she loves him and will see him soon as she hangs up. Jada then tells Stephanie that he sounded upbeat like he can’t wait to marry her. Stephanie says she told her there’s nothing to worry about.

DiMera Enterprise worker Rita Leslie goes to the DiMera Mansion and calls out for anyone but receives no response, complaining about no one being there to greet a guest. She looks at the portrait of Stefano and remarks that this wouldn’t happen when he was around but times have changed. Rafe then emerges from the tunnels, shocking Rita.

Kayla talks about what a great guy Rafe is and insists there must be a logical reason for him to go behind Steve’s back. Steve says he sure hopes so. Steve asks Kayla not to say anything to Jada about this since it’s her day and he wants it to go off without a hitch. Kayla agrees not to say a word. Steve wishes Jada’s father Marcus could be there. Kayla knows Marcus would be grateful that Steve is stepping in to give Jada away. Kayla tells Steve that she loves him and they kiss until Paulina arrives and jokes for them to get a room.

Leo tells Javi that he’s so sorry, asking who would have thought since Rafe is so straight in every sense. Leo asks if Javi could have jumped to the wrong conclusion. Javi assures that he walked in on them in his hotel room and she was wearing a towel, then “Rafe” admitted to sleeping with her and pleaded with him not to tell Jada. Javi questions how to keep this a secret from her.

Jada tearfully talks to her mom on the phone about how she wishes she could have her there, but she will send lots of pictures. Jada tells her to focus on getting better and says she loves her so much as she hangs up. Jada tells Stephanie that she can’t cry anymore. Stephanie asks how her mom is. Jada says she’s okay but has a really bad flu, so she’s glad she didn’t try to fly out even though she wishes she could be there. Jada talks about not getting as emotional at her first wedding.

Rita introduces herself to Rafe. Rafe asks if she has a phone as he needs to call the police. Rita asks why and questions what he was doing coming out of the walls. Rafe explains that EJ was holding him hostage and Arnold has been posing as him. Rafe says Jada is about to get married, so he needs to stop this. Rita looks through her purse for her phone.

Arnold gets dressed in his hotel room and calls EJ.

EJ remains knocked out in the room in the tunnels with his phone ringing nearby.

Arnold leaves EJ a message that he needs to hear from him for his final marching orders and tells him to call him back. Gabi then shows up at his door.

Rafe asks Rita to hurry before he passes out. Rita then pulls out a taser and tases Rafe.

Steve and Kayla greet Paulina, who explains that Abe got stuck at the Body and Soul office since they fell behind after Bonnie’s fall down the elevator shaft. Kayla is glad she didn’t have to tape today. Paulina congratulates Kayla on stepping in for Bonnie. Kayla says Abe is hard to say no to. Steve invites Paulina to sit with them if she’s flying solo tonight. Paulina then reveals that she’s officiating the wedding. Paulina jokes about all the directions she got from Javi as the wedding planner. Paulina declares that Rafe and Jada are going to get hitched without a single hitch.

Leo suggests Javi could never tell Jada, admitting it could cause anxiety and nightmares but it beats having to see the expression on her face. Leo then decides he might not want to live that way and asks if he’s going to tell Jada about what he saw. Javi asks how he can and says that “Rafe” gave him a whole bro code speech and laid a huge guilt trip on him, so he agreed to keep quiet. Javi argues that Jada deserves to know and she’s wearing his mother’s engagement ring. Javi remarks that his mother would be turning over in her grave if she knew what “Rafe” had done, but on the other hand, family was everything to her and Rafe is his flesh and blood. Javi states that he planned the whole wedding and asks how he could now destroy the whole thing.

Jada comes out of her room in her wedding dress. Stephanie tells her that she is stunning and says Rafe won’t know what hit him..

EJ emerges from the tunnels and is shocked to find Rita in the living room with Rafe unconscious on the couch. EJ questions what is going on here. Rita explains that she just came from the police station and brought the information he requested on Jada. EJ says that’s great but asks what the hell happened. Rita explains that she was looking for EJ but Rafe came staggering out of the tunnels, saying that EJ kidnapped him and was holding him hostage, then he asked for her phone to call the police so she tasered him. EJ questions Rita taking it upon herself. Rita says she did out of being loyal to EJ and his family, especially now that he’s no longer in his position to make his charges vanish. EJ thanks Rita and says he’s in her debt. Rita says to secure her silence, she hopes this will be reflected in her yearly bonus. EJ agrees and then Rita asks him to tell her exactly what he’s up to.

Gabi questions “Rafe” as to why he answered the door, expecting EJ. He explains that EJ hired him to do some work for him then he stuck him with the bill, so he thought he was coming. Gabi calls EJ a cheap bastard and says Rafe could’ve just asked her if he needed money while getting involved with EJ is never good. “Rafe” insists that he hates EJ as much as Gabi does. Gabi asks “Rafe” to promise not to let him get dragged down by EJ.

EJ asks Rita for help getting rid of Rafe but Rita says she did the tasering, so EJ does the lifting.

Paulina admits to Kayla and Steve that she’s surprised to be officiating the wedding since she and Rafe haven’t been BFFs since she relieved him of his duties. Kayla suggests maybe he’s trying to mend fences. Paulina comments on it being cold outside. Steve thinks all Jada and Rafe care about is becoming husband and wife by the end of the ceremony.

Jada tells Stephanie if they are ready, they can get going. Stephanie stops to give Jada a gift from her sister Talia, which is the necklace their dad got her when she was little. Jada says Talia never took it off, so she can’t believe she sent it to her. Stephanie puts the necklace on Jada and says she’s just so sorry her family couldn’t be there today. Jada responds that her family is in her heart and she has an adopted family in the Johnsons. Jada adds she’s gaining a whole new family as well. Stephanie presents a sixpence for her shoe for luck, but feels she won’t need luck as she and Rafe are going to live happily ever after.

“Rafe” assures Gabi that he knows how to handle EJ. Gabi says she thought she did too. Gabi presents him a birthday gift sent from Eli and Lani which is a bottle of champagne for his wedding night. Gabi asks if “Rafe” is ready to go and says they can drive together. He questions her not having a hot date. Gabi explain that JJ got called in to a court case. He jokes that maybe Jada will throw her the bouquet. Gabi tells him that she’s so happy he and Jada found each other, saying he deserves all the happiness in the world and she loves him so much as they hug. They then exit together.

Javi asks Leo what he thinks he should do. Leo jokes that people rarely ask for his advice. Leo says before Javi came to Salem, he knew a secret that caused him so much guilt and angst that he would never do it over again. Leo believes Javi should tell Jada, but points out that he doesn’t know what it’s like to come from a loving family. Leo notes that if he did have that, he might feel obligated to the other family member. Leo points out that Javi lives with Rafe. Javi complains that this isn’t helping him at all.

EJ and Rita drag Rafe back down the tunnels to the secret room and tie him back up. EJ says he knew he could count on her. Rita responds that she’s loyal to all DiMeras. Rita notes that it would’ve helped if he told her the entire story from the beginning. EJ says it was on a need to know basis, so he was protecting her. Rita assumes that if Jada is on her way to the altar, that Arnold has something to do with his plan which EJ confirms. EJ explains that Arnold recently resurfaced despite being paid off. Rita recalls the last time Arnold stood in for Rafe, it went south very quickly. EJ assures that he has no intention of that, but Rafe stumbled upon Arnold so he had no choice but to put Rafe on ice for the past few weeks. EJ mentions being ousted from his position by Jada. Rita guesses he’s going to use this information to return the favor.

Javi and Leo arrive at the wedding. Paulina questions who invited Leo. Leo introduces Javi as his boyfriend. Paulina mentions meeting Javi, who says he loves her dress. Steve adds that he met Javi at the bachelor party while Kayla introduces herself. Leo asks if Javi has decided what to do. Javi says he hasn’t yet.

Rita tells EJ it’s a novel way to use this information but it remains to be seen if it will accomplish his goals. EJ says the clock is ticking and he’s already wasted time with this distraction. EJ is sure Rafe will have questions when he wakes up, so he asks Rita to keep an eye on Rafe. Rita says EJ owes her more than one as EJ exits.

Leo warns Javi that his window of opportunity to do something is dwindling. Javi says he just needs more time to think. Gabi comes over and praises Javi’s wedding planning. “Rafe” comes over and tells Javi that this day would not have been possible without him. Stephanie arrives and greets Kayla and Steve. Stephanie tells Steve that it means the world to Jada that he is stepping in for her father and walking her down the aisle. Kayla goes to take her seat while Steve joins Jada. Steve talks with Jada about he and Marcus growing up and how his family was everything Marcus dreamed of, adding that he was so proud of Jada. Steve wishes Jada all the happiness that Marcus had in his marriage and that he has in his. Steve states that when you find the right person and make a family with them, there’s nothing better in the whole world. The music then begins so Steve walks Jada down the aisle to “Rafe” and Paulina. Steve tells “Rafe” to take good care of her as he takes his seat. Paulina then begins the ceremony. Paulina asks if anyone objects, so Leo stands up and announces he has something to say. Paulina questions what is going on here. Javi asks Leo what the hell he is doing. Leo reminds Javi that he said “Rafe” might shoot the messenger, so he’ll take the hit. Paulina complains about Leo interrupting while Leo insists this is important. Leo says he has something to tell, but Javi says it’s nothing. Leo asks Javi if he’s sure. Javi thanks Leo for trying to protect him but says it’s his secret to tell. Javi then announces that he has something to say.

Rafe wakes up in the secret room, tied up again with Rita at his side. Rafe says he thought Rita was going to help him. Rita says she didn’t and tells Rafe not to waste his energy because he won’t slip out this time. Rafe repeats that he should’ve known she was just a DiMera stooge.

EJ declares that everything is in his place, so the rest is up to Arnold if he doesn’t screw this up.

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Days Transcript Monday, February 3, 2025

Posted on February 3, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Now, if anyone here can show just cause as to why this couple should not be lawfully joined together, let him speak now or forever hold his peace.

I have something to say.

What is going on here?

Leo, what the hell are you doing?

Well, remember when I said Rafe might shoot the messenger? Let me take the hit.

Leo, this– your interrupting behavior is becoming a bad habit. First, at Jude’s christening, and now at this wedding.

I know. But this is important.

Oh, for god’s sake.

Commissioner Hunter, I know we don’t really know each other. Well, there was the whole Dimitri fiasco, of course. But there is something I need to tell you.

OK, what is it?

It’s nothing. Nothing.

Are you sure you don’t want me to–

Thank you for trying to protect me, but this is my secret to tell. Ladies and gentlemen, I have something to say. [suspenseful music]

[siren wailing]

Well, thank you again for testifying. I’m sorry the trial got moved up so last minute.

Yeah, it’s fine.

Well, we would have been screwed if you and JJ hadn’t been able to take the stand.

Yeah, well, just doing my job.

Well, I appreciate that, especially since it meant you had to miss Jada and Rafe’s wedding. Do you think it’s still too late to go?

I’d show up in the middle of the ceremony? No, I’m pretty sure they wouldn’t appreciate that.

Yeah, probably not. Well, at least you got to celebrate Rafe at the bachelor party last night.

Yeah, yeah, although I could have done without Chanel throwing herself at me.

Chanel threw herself at you? What– oh, when you went to drive her home?

Well, I tracked her down a small bar and she was desperate for a friendly face.

Yeah, well, she was drunk and upset about Johnny.

Yeah, she was definitely both of those things.

So did you two–

No, Belle, we didn’t sleep together, unlike you and EJ. [tense music]

“Everything’s in place, Feniger. “The rest is up to you. Don’t screw this up.”

Javi, my dear cousin, I am sure whatever wedding surprise you have in store, it can wait. [phone beeps] I swore I’d turned this damn thing off. Oh, my god.

Rafe, what is it? Is everything OK?

Whatever it is that you have to say, it’s going to have to wait, because I’ve got something to say now.

Rafe, you’re scaring me. What is going on?

I’m sorry, but I can’t marry you.

[indistinct murmuring]

Excuse us. What do you mean, you can’t marry me? What are you talking about?

I can’t marry you because you’re not the woman who I thought you were.

[soft orchestration]

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

Rafe, what is this about?

So sorry to interrupt the ceremony, Paulina. I never wanted it to be like this.

I don’t understand. Why would you say that I’m not the woman that you thought I was? What does that even mean?

I hate that I have to do this right now.

What is he doing?

I have no idea.

The truth is, I’m still processing this all myself.

Processing what? Rafe, what is going on? What was in that text message that you got?

OK, you remember when I told you that EJ hired me to find Sloan Petersen?

Yeah, of course I do. You told me that EJ brought you on a case so that you can make extra money for a wedding surprise.

Yeah, and that part was true. But the other part about the case, I was lying about that. [tense music]

Shawn, what happened with EJ, it shouldn’t have happened. It was a– a mistake.

Hey, look. You and I are divorced. How you spend your time and who you spend it with is your business. I– I never should have brought it up.

Except you did. So it kind of seems like you’re upset about it.

OK, yeah, yeah. Yeah, I am. I am, because I just– I don’t know. I thought you had better taste.

Better taste?

Belle, the guy is scum. I mean, he always has been.

OK, so what, we’re going to start rating each other’s sexual partners now? EJ and I don’t have a relationship, OK? It was a one-time thing, and it’s over.

OK, fine. Fine. And I meant what I said, all right? It’s your business.

Yeah, except it kind of seems like you have more you’d like to say.

No. No, actually. No.

Go ahead, Shawn. Go ahead and say it. There’s really no reason to pull any punches now.

Well, as someone who’s had a run-in with addiction, I’ve become very– very attuned to when someone’s lying.

So what, think I’m lying to you about EJ?

No, Belle, I think you’re lying to yourself.

“Don’t mess this up for me, Feniger. Stick to the script and drop the hammer on Jada Hunter.”

What is on your phone?

It’s about the case.

The case that you told me you were just lying about? Was EJ your client or wasn’t he?

EJ was my client. But the case– the case was about someone else, not Sloan Petersen.

Who?

You.

What do you mean, the case was about me? Why would EJ hire you to investigate me?

Rafe would never go behind Jada’s back. Right? What? Is there something you two aren’t telling me?

No, we don’t know anything about this.

EJ came to me with a request– I dig up dirt on you.

What?

He blamed you for costing him the DA job, and he was desperate to prove that you weren’t as clean as you seemed.

What kind of dirt was he looking for?

Didn’t matter. Anything I could find.

OK. So EJ was upset that I got him fired.

Yeah. He was convinced that you were the one who talked Paulina into replacing him with Belle. So he figured if I could find something and then he could leverage that, he could maybe get his job back.

OK, so that explains why he came to you. But what I don’t understand is, why would you want to help him?

Yeah.

“Don’t forget to act like it’s killing you. “You’re the tormented groom with a broken heart that needs to play to the back row.” [door slams]

EJ.

Belle. I didn’t think I’d be seeing you again today.

Well, I just came from court.

Oh. Did you win the case? Yes. As a matter of fact, I did.

Let me guess. You’ve come to gloat?

No. I came here because Shawn was a witness, and I’m just– I’m just agitated.

Well, I can see that.

Yeah, well, he gave me an earful about you.

I’m sure he did.

Yeah, you know, it just wasn’t supposed to go like this.

I can understand why you felt uncomfortable seeing him.

[chuckles] Yeah. You mean because he– he walked in on you trying to sneak out of my mom’s house this morning?

It was a tad awkward.

Yeah, just a tad.

[chuckles] So have you come for an apology, or–

What? No. I came here to talk about how we’re going to handle our relationship going forward. [tense music]

What the heck is this?

Rafe, answer me. Why would you ever agree to dig up dirt on me, for EJ DiMera of all people?

Will you stop looking at that phone and answer me?

She deserves an answer, Rafe.

Yeah, you’re right, Paulina. She does. OK? I agreed to do it because I figured it’d be easy money.

Excuse me?

EJ was offering me a boatload of cash to find something on you. I was sure that there would be nothing. Right? So he’s going to pay me a ton of cash. I’m going to do a little research. Then I’m going to come back to EJ and ruin his day because I’m going to tell him you’re clean. And we’ll have a ton of money for the wedding, for the honeymoon. And EJ is going to be a big loser. It’s a win-win for us, right?

OK, so what’s the problem with that?

Yeah, well, the problem is, is that I found something.

You found something?

Yes.

That’s impossible, Rafe. What could you have possibly found on Jada?

He can’t have found a damn thing. Commissioner Hunter has been nothing but an upstanding citizen and a diligent officer of the law. She would never knowingly committed an infraction, much less one that’s going to qualify as dirt.

I hear you. And I didn’t want to believe it, either. But it’s all right here.

What do you mean by “handle our relationship”?

We don’t have a relationship, EJ.

You’re the one who used the word.

No, I didn’t– I didn’t mean “relationship” relationship. I meant, like, ugh! It’s– it was never in the plan to have my newly ex-husband discover that you and I spent the night together.

An unfortunate consequence of an otherwise pleasant evening. Look, Shawn is a grown man. I can’t imagine he expected you to join a nunnery after the divorce went through. But he is going to have to deal with you having a life apart from him.

Well, he’s not the only one who’s going to have to deal with that.

Who else?

You know who else. My mother.

So you’re worried she’s going to shout it from the town square. Come on. She’s a psychiatrist.

I am just saying it’s out there now. And the more people who know about it–

The more likely your sister is going to find out about it.

Yes. And then it’s only a matter of time before Hurricane Sami comes blowing into town.

Samantha does tend to bluster and cause catastrophic damage. But we’ve discussed this, Belle. Worrying about her finding out what happened between us is a total waste of energy.

Well, you didn’t seem to think that way last time.

And I’m over that now, as I thought I’ve made it clear. Look, I’m not going to live in fear of her anymore. Are you?

No, of course not. I’m just– I think that we should be prepared, because you never know what she might do.

So did you just come all this way to talk strategy about Samantha, or was there something else on your mind? [jazzy music]

What do you have on there? Let me see it.

Jada.

Just tell me what you found.

OK. Look, I talked to one of the detectives on the force, a friend of mine who owed me a favor. And I asked him to take a cursory look at your case files.

Which detective?

Well, I’m not going to tell you that. OK? I– I told him that I needed to show proof to my client, when we looked at your files, that everything looked ordinary.

So this person went through my files?

Yeah, he agreed to look at them. But again, again, I was not expecting to find anything. OK? And then with the wedding and the bachelor party– the whole thing is– it– it had completely slipped my mind until–

Until you got that text.

Yeah. Until I was standing up there at the altar ready to marry the woman I loved. Then I got the alert on my phone and–

And– and what? What?

And he told me that when he looked at the files, there were some disturbing discrepancies, instances where rules were bent or broken.

That’s not possible.

What kind of rules are we talking about here, Rafe? How many?

None, Paulina, I promise you. I don’t know what Rafe is talking about right now.

Well, I’m afraid it’s all here, a very disturbing trail of lies and corruption.

What other reason would I have for coming over here?

I don’t know. You tell me.

Uh, whatever you’re thinking, you can forget it.

Who said I’m thinking anything? I mean, if you ask me, thinking is overrated.

Well, just so we’re clear, whatever happened last night is never happening again.

Good to know.

It was a– a drunken mistake.

I was sober, but I hear you.

[scoffs] I am the district attorney. OK? I have to carry myself a certain way, and I have to make good choices.

Choices are important.

So I’m leaving.

Bye. Go. Go on.

And if it were one case, I might have been able to write it off as simple mistake, an oversight, even one bad decision. But for what the detective uncovered, it’s a pattern.

No, no, no. This is all one big mistake.

Yeah. I wish to God it were. But from what my friend says, he’s compiled an entire dossier of all the questionable things that you’ve done.

Dossier?

Yes. With all the evidence against you.

OK, well, let’s see it. I’ll respond to each and every allegation. I have nothing to hide. So let me see it. Where’s it at?

I have it right here. [tense music]

Shawn, what are you doing here? I thought you got called to court.

Yeah, I was in court. Then I went back to the station, and I found this on my desk. But listen, right now is not the time to discuss this.

What is it?

It’s a dossier.

The detective must have left it for you.

You’ve looked at it?

It’s several case files from when Rafe was in the hospital and Jada was acting as commissioner.

And did you see who put them on your desk?

No.

What do the files say?

I haven’t had the chance to look over them in detail, but I did notice some– some highlighted events, issues with certain timelines, evidence, and– and even warrants.

No, that’s–

What does that mean?

Look these– these files seem to show that Acting Commissioner Hunter was– was rogue during all these investigations.

No. No, no. That’s not true. I always follow the letter of the law.

Well, these documents seem to show that there was a history of skirting the rules to ensure conviction, maybe just to, I don’t know, boost the department’s clearance.

No, no, I would never do that.

You were under a lot of pressure. You didn’t even know if I was going to live, if I was going to wake up. And you had to prove to Mayor Price and to the whole town that you were capable of handling it.

I was capable, and I still am. I would never do anything underhanded, I swear.

Well, unfortunately, that’s not how it looks.

Let me see those files.

Actually, I think that I should take those.

We shouldn’t be doing this.

Shouldn’t we?

It was a mistake. I just got a divorce.

Belle, you are divorced, which means you are free to do whatever you want. But if you truly don’t want this, then you should leave before it goes any further. But if you do, I propose we take this upstairs.

Well, let’s go before I change my mind.

Mm-hmm.

Oop, OK.

Paulina, come on. You don’t believe that any of this is true, do you?

Jada, you know how much I’ve always respected you. I made you commissioner because I believed in you. But from here on out, we’re going to have to progress in a transparent manner.

I can’t believe you are doing this to me.

I’m so sorry, Jada. You have to know how much this hurts me.

Then why the hell are you doing it?

I told you. I told you when I accepted the job offer from EJ, I was so sure about you. I was so sure about you I would have bet my life I wasn’t going to find any dirt.

But now, the evidence seems– seems pretty clear-cut. So I think it’s best we don’t get married– at least, not while you’re under investigation.

Investigation?

I hate to say it, but I believe– I believe that Rafe is right. Now, as mayor, I can’t be affiliated with any kind of wrongdoing. And I can’t, in good conscience, perform this ceremony, not– at least not until we get to the bottom of the situation.

This is crazy. None of this is true. It’s not true.

I wish that were the case.

I wish I’d never found any of this.

Jada, let’s– let’s just hope. Let’s just hope that this is nothing but a terrible misunderstanding.

No, this is not a misunderstanding. This is a lie. It’s a lie. It’s one big, ugly lie. Shawn, come on. I mean, how can you not see through this? You don’t even know who left this file on your desk.

Jada–

Detective Brady, would you please, please take Commissioner Hunter to the station for questioning?

Wait, questioning? What, right now?

Is this really necessary?

Yeah. Couldn’t this wait? I mean, she’s still in her wedding dress, for god’s sake.

The sooner we go through the process, the better it will be. Detective Brady.

Jada, I’m sorry. ** * [sultry music]

I can’t believe Rafe let that happen. I can’t believe Shawn and Paulina let that happen. I should go down to the station and try to–

No, no, no. There’s nothing you can do down there, Stephanie. No.

I can support my friend. I can deal with the press.

I trust Shawn and Paulina to keep this quiet. Look, I know you feel terrible.

I feel so terrible. Jada was basically arrested at her own wedding.

No, she wasn’t arrested.

It was just as humiliating. Dad, you know she didn’t do those things that they’re saying. I don’t care what’s in that dossier.

Well, I agree with you. I mean, everything that Jada has ever shown us is that she’s a good and decent person. I– I really can’t imagine that she would break the law to prove herself as a commissioner.

She wouldn’t. And that’s why we need to strategize.

You mean you want to help her?

Of course. First, we need to know what Rafe found and what evidence they have against her.

And then maybe we can prove that this was just a huge misunderstanding, right?

Let’s hope so.

It has to be. There’s no other way to explain it.

We’ll do everything we can to make things better for her. I promise.

You know the worst part of it? Her fiancé did this to her. What is wrong with him?

Rafe, why did you do this?

I had no choice.

Sure you did. You didn’t have to get involved with EJ in the first place. And I don’t understand why the hell you did, which is why we’re going home to talk about this right now.

Yeah, I’m not doing that.

What do you mean?

I mean, after the day that I have had, I am not going home to answer a bunch of questions.

Oh, so you’re not in the mood?

Please, Gabi. Please. All right? I know it looks like I’m the bad guy here, but I’m just trying to do the right thing. OK? I just– I just need to think.

Fine. But we will talk about this later.

OK. [somber music]

My god. I can’t believe this happened. My wedding is ruined.

You OK?

No. No, I’m not OK. OK? I just found out that my bride is completely corrupt. I thought, morally, she was a great person, but it turns out she’s doing all this shady stuff behind my back.

You know, I– I got to say, Rafe, that you’re not in any position to judge.

Excuse me?

Oh, come on. Let’s not pretend that you haven’t made some mistakes of your own.

What are you talking about?

You know what I’m talking about. What you did with the stripper?

Paulina, this is insane. I mean, you can’t possibly believe that whatever is in those files are true.

I don’t know, Jada. I really don’t know.

But you know me. Am I the kind of person who’s going to play fast and loose with the law just to look good as a commissioner? Is that what you think of me?

Of course not.

You were with me the whole time when Rafe was in a coma. And you– and you saw that I was struggling to keep the department on track.

I remember how difficult it was for you. But maybe it was those struggles that led you to cut corners.

No. I didn’t, and I wouldn’t. My focus was on carrying Rafe’s legacy on as commissioner. I spent every spare minute I had at his bedside. I was afraid that he wasn’t even going to wake up.

Well, thank god. He did.

But how could he do that? How could he dig up dirt on me? How could he tell me that he loved me in one breath and at the same time try to find something that would hurt me?

He did say that he only took the case because he thought he would find nothing.

Still, my fiancé was looking for dirt in my past.

Why? Why would he do that in the first place?

Ah, see, I almost forgot. Before I exposed Jada, you were about to tell everyone what you saw in my hotel room, weren’t you?

Look, look, look. Don’t blame Javi. I’m the one who stood up first.

Oh, yeah. I remember. Why would you tell this creep? Talk about a rat. And what happened to guy code, huh? “What happens at the bachelor party stays at the bachelor party”?

First of all, the party was over. I had to tell someone. It was eating me up.

All right, whatever. You know what? It doesn’t matter now anyway, because my wedding is in the shambles, and the love of my life just cheated her way into my job. So if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got to go figure out what I’m going to do with the rest of my life. [somber music]

I can’t believe that just went down.

Tell me about it. I thought I had a lock on the craziest wedding interruption in this town, but that– that just blew it out of the water.

OK. So what do we do now?

What do we do?

Yeah. Do we still tell Jada that Rafe cheated on her? I mean, we did decide that it was the right thing to do.

True, but–

But what?

Well, you wanted Jada to know the truth before she committed herself to Rafe for life. Doesn’t look like they’re getting married anytime soon. And considering that Rafe betrayed her twice in the last 24 hours, I think the commissioner dodged a bullet.

Yeah, you’re right. If we tell Jada now, we’ll just be kicking her when she’s down. And she’s got enough problems as it is.

Take Jada into the interrogation room. And the two of you just go over all this piece by piece.

I’m really sorry to do this.

Me too.

Do you want to wait for your lawyer or a union rep?

Let’s just get this over with. My fiancé just tore me apart at what was supposed to be our wedding. It’s not like this day can get any worse.

I just don’t get it. I mean, I thought Rafe was a really good guy, and then he does this.

I know.

He goes after the woman he claims he loves in such a cruel way?

Well, he has been making some very questionable choices lately.

Yeah, I have to say, I couldn’t imagine this in a million years. It really is unbelievable.

It’s more than unbelievable. It’s insane.

We know Jada. She is one of the most moral, ethical people I’ve ever met.

That’s why we need to consider the source.

You mean that detective friend of Rafe’s?

No, I’m talking about where this case originated. This has EJ DiMera’s filthy fingerprints all over it.

So do you still think this was a mistake?

[chuckles] My brain’s not really in thinking mode right now.

[laughs] Good. Good. As I said, thinking is overrated.

No argument here.

Ohh. [phone beeps]

Hold that thought.

No. You’re not going to answer your phone right now.

Sorry. Sorry, I’ve just been dealing with some staffing issues here at the house.

Good news?

Very.

[sighs] [phone beeps]

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Days Nitpicks & Flubs For The Week Of January 27, 2025

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Michele Johnson

Nitpicks & Flubs

by Michele & Cheryl

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Monday

-The music playing during Leo and Javi’s scene could be heard while Doug was shown.

-Ava could be heard calling out Rachel’s name while Brady was shown.

-Brady could be heard calling out Ava’s name while Ava was shown.

-How did The Woman in White know to hide Ava’s body before Brady and Kristen got to Aremid?

Tuesday

-Johnny could be heard talking to EJ while Chanel was shown.

-How did Javi know to invite people to Rafe’s bachelor party when he doesn’t know any of them?

-Jada could be heard talking to Shawn while Javi was shown.

-Stephanie could be heard talking while Arnold was shown.

Wednesday

-The phone in Aremid could be heard ringing while Kristen was shown.

-Brady could be heard talking on the phone while Ava was shown.

-Shawn could be heard talking to Chanel while Brady was shown.

Thursday

-Gabi could be heard talking to Jada while Rafe was shown.

-Arnold could be heard talking to Javi while Jada was shown.

-Rafe could be heard talking to EJ while Jada was shown.

-Javi could be heard talking to Rafe while Jada was shown.

-Jada could be heard talking to Stephanie while Arnold was shown.

Friday

-Jada could be heard talking to Stephanie while Kayla and Steve were shown.

-Leo could be heard talking to Javi while Arnold was shown.

-Why did Rafe choose to talk to Rita instead of leaving the mansion? He could have gone to the police himself instead of expecting her to call them.

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Days Opinions For The Week Of January 27, 2025

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Michele Johnson

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by Michele & Cheryl

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Does Holly have any friends other than Sophia? Whenever she has a problem with Tate, she goes running to Doug. Why doesn’t she go to one of her other friends? She needs to stop telling him all her problems, especially since she doesn’t know him. We know the writers are heading towards putting them together, but it doesn’t make sense for her to keep talking to someone she barely knows about her boyfriend.

Why did Stephanie tell Chanel that she had her back when it concerned Johnny? Stephanie is Johnny’s cousin, yet she sided with Chanel. Johnny is the one in the wrong, but Stephanie could show some loyalty to her cousin. Stephanie has no loyalty to her family or else she wouldn’t have told Chanel that she would support her.

Belle needs to make up her mind about her feelings for EJ. One minute she considered him a regret that she slept with him and the next she defended sleeping with him again. Does she want to be with him or not? If she doesn’t, she has a hard way of showing it. She may as well give in to temptation and be with EJ if she’s going to keep sleeping with him.

Speaking of EJ and Belle, Marlena was upset about Belle being with EJ after what he’s done to the family. Did Marlena forget that she was willing to give Ben the key to the city after he tried to kill Will? If she’s going to be upset about what EJ’s done to the family, she should be upset with Ben for what he did to her grandson. She must have selective anger when it comes to her family.

We were shocked that Shawn defended Johnny to Chanel. Shawn and Johnny barely interact with each other, yet he was willing to defend Johnny to Chanel. It was good to see family look out for each other even if they don’t interact with each other. We applaud Shawn for telling Chanel that she should fight for her marriage considering he wasn’t willing to do that for his own marriage.

What is EJ’s end game? Does he plan on killing Rafe or keeping him in the wine cellar for life? We see how the writers are trying to make EJ come off like a saint because he’s feeding Rafe, but the man is still holding him hostage. Does EJ expect his plan to work and keep Rafe alive? It doesn’t make sense to keep Rafe tied up in the cellar. How long does he think he can keep people out of there before Rafe is caught?

The writers could have casted an actress to play Jada’s mother. What are the odds that her mother would be sick and not be able to go to Jada’s wedding? Since Jada’s mother has never been on the show, they could have casted her instead of making her miss the wedding. It’s bad enough her sister wasn’t making the wedding, but her mother wasn’t either. Both characters could have been casted so Jada could have someone from her family at the wedding.

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Days Best Lines For The Week Of January 27, 2025

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Michele Johnson

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(to Leo)
Javi: Who do you have to sleep with to get a drink around here?

(to Leo when he thought his dimples attracted him)
Javi: Creative guys are my weakness, but creative guys with dimples? Guardame.

Kristen: I’m too work up.
Brady: I know. Me too.
Kristen: I mean, especially after I talked to EJ.
Brady: Talked to—what are you, a glutton for punishment?
Kristen: No. I mean, he was actually kind of being great.
Brady: EJ?

Kristen: Yeah.
Brady: EJ DiMera? Great?
Kristen: Well, we do have our moments sometimes.

Leo: You just focus on planning an unforgettable bachelor party. Although now that I think about it, the ones people can actually remember are probably the best ones.
Javi: Well, a night of debauchery is my plausible deniability.
Leo: Don’t forget—more alcohol, the better. Words to live by.

Doug: This is supposed to be the time of your life that people write songs about.
Holly: I’m sure a ton of people write songs about their boyfriends getting another girl pregnant, too.

(about EJ)
Kristen: He seemed curious about some of the more, well, shall we say colorful aspects of my upbringing.
Brady: Yeah, who wouldn’t be?
Kristen: Well, it was all in my memoir.
Brady: It’s going to be a Pulitzer Prize-winner for sure.

(to Doug)
Leo: There is only enough space in this dubiously decorated room for one drama queen, meaning—Why don’t you come work for me?

Stephanie: Do you know what this party needs?
Paulina: An exorcism?

EJ: Make a wish
Rafe: I wish you were dead.
EJ: You said it out loud, now it won’t come true.

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Days Short Recap Friday, January 31, 2025

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Michele Johnson

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Recap written by Michele and Cheryl

Kayla and Steve talked about the bachelor party. He told her about Rafe taking the case from EJ. Steve said he was going to talk to Rafe after the honeymoon and wanted Kayla to keep it quiet. While they were talking, Paulina showed up. They talked about Body and Soul as well as Paulina officiating the wedding. Jada told “Rafe” that she thought he got cold feet for why he didn’t call her sooner. They talked for a little while before they got off the phone. Jada talked to her mother and told her to get better soon. Stephanie comforted her and gave her a gift from Talia. Javi told Leo that he ruined Jada and Rafe’s wedding because Rafe slept with the stripper he hired. Leo and Javi talked about Rafe cheating on Jada. Rafe escaped from the tunnel leaving EJ unconscious. EJ’s assistant Rita was at the DiMera mansion and saw Rafe coming out of the tunnel. Rafe asked to use her phone so he could call the police. He told her EJ held him hostage and that another man was posing as him. Rita looked in her pocketbook for a phone but pulled out a taser. She used the taser on Rafe. EJ came out of the tunnel. Rita told him what Rafe said and what she did to him. She told him that she wanted him to secure her silence and wanted him to tell her what was going on.

Rita was upset that EJ didn’t tell her about Arnold being in town. She reminded him of what happened when Arnold was in town the last time. EJ told her why Rafe was in the tunnel. He said he was paying Jada back for what she did to him. EJ asked Rita to stay with Rafe so he could deal with Jada. Everyone showed up to the wedding. The wedding got started. When Paulina asked if anyone objected to the wedding, Leo stood up. Leo told Javi he was going to tell what Rafe did. Paulina was upset that he ruined the moment. Javi stopped Leo and decided to say something himself. When Rafe woke up, he realized he was back in the tunnel. Rita told him not to waste his time. EJ hoped Arnold didn’t mess up the plan. Arnold got a text message and said it could wait. He told Jada that he couldn’t marry her.

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Days Transcript Friday, January 31, 2025

Posted on January 31, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft music]

Ah.

Oh–oh, my.

[laughs]

Lordy, Lordy, Lordy. You look so beautiful.

Oh, well, you are not bad yourself.

Oh, is that right?

Yes. Mm! You know, I really wanted to break out and go to Jada’s bachelorette party, but I got stuck in the ICU all night. I mean, do you see the bags?

Oh.

What? Bags?

Yes, these bags under my eyes. You know, if I was traveling today, they would make me check them.

Baby, don’t check those bags. They’re beautiful, just like the rest of you. All you have to worry about today is that you don’t upstage the bride. [cell phone ringing] – It’s Rafe.

Ah, see? Told you he didn’t let you down. [cell phone rings]

Hello?

Hey, baby. Sorry I didn’t hit you sooner.

Oh, it didn’t even cross my mind.

Well, I just wanted one last call with my gorgeous fiancée before she becomes my wife.

I was just telling Dr. Evans– I mean my best friend, Marlena– how happy we are.

No, I’m mad at you.

Me? What? Why?

Because you ruined Jada and Rafa’s wedding.

What are you talking about? Look, I have been blamed for many things, but how did I ruin a wedding that hasn’t even happened yet?

Well, it might not ever happen because… last night Rafa cheated on Jada. [ominous music]

I’m so glad you called. You know, when I didn’t hear from you this morning, I started getting a little paranoid. Thought maybe you were getting cold feet.

Cold feet? [scoffs] No way, baby. My feet are so damn hot, you could fry an egg on them. But listen, listen, all right? There is nothing that can stop me from making you my bride today. [dramatic music]

There’s not going to be a wedding, you son of a bitch. It’s been fun, but it’s over now. [soft orchestration]

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So how was the bachelor party?

Well, I hope you have some of those, uh, hangover remedies in your bag because I think some of the dudes are gonna need ’em today.

Wow. That good, huh?

Ah, I wouldn’t exactly say “good,” uh, at least not for me.

What? Why?

Well, I found out that, uh, Rafe took a case working for EJ DiMera and decided not to tell me about it.

I thought he and EJ hated each other.

They do, but that obviously didn’t stop Rafe from taking the job.

What sort of case are they working on?

Well, Rafe claims that EJ hired him to track down Sloan Peterson.

What do you mean by “claims”?

Well, a couple of weeks ago, Rafe told Jada that I sent him out of town on a case, which I did not do.

What do you think’s going on?

I don’t know, but I didn’t think last night was the night to get into it with him. But I’ll tell you something– after the honeymoon, Rafe and I are going to have a little tête-à-tête about our working relationship. [dramatic music]

Come on. That’s crazy. Rafe is head over heels in love with Jada. I can’t believe he would cheat on her.

Well, he did, with a complete stranger.

Okay, okay. I’m sure that everyone had a lot to drink. Are you sure you didn’t see him just with a very attractive mannequin?

No, it was with a human being, if you want to call her that. It was with the stripper. No, excuse me, the exotic dancer that you hired for the bachelor party.

No, no. Sally would never do that. She and I go way back. We did this off-Broadway– well, it was an off-off-off-Broadway play together about the rivalry between Joan Crawford and Bette Davis. Obviously, I played Joan, and Sally… Well, frankly, she never got it. She never got it. All of that is to say, Rafe is not her type. Men are not her type.

Okay, well, that Sally must have called in sick, because that skank– her name was Savannah.

Oh, God, no. They sent Savannah? She would sleep with a lamppost. In fact, last year she did sleep–

Leo, I don’t care about the stripper or the lamppost. I care about my cousin, and I care about Jada. I mean, how could he do this to her? I-I don’t understand. This isn’t the Rafa I know… at all.

Yeah, well, you know what I was thinking? I know it’s last-minute, but I was thinking that maybe we could do one of those, uh, you know, photo-booth setups. Yeah, maybe we’ll get one that looks like, uh– you know, it looks like one of those old VW campers or something.

That sounds fun, but Javi did pretty much all the planning, uh, since work has been so crazy these past couple of weeks. I am beyond grateful to him. But I have a feeling that we’re in for a few surprises.

Yeah. Well, uh, what’s a wedding without a few surprises, huh?

And speaking of which, have I got a surprise for you, birthday boy.

Well, I can’t wait to see it.

I love you so much, Rafe.

Right back at you, babe.

[chuckles] See you soon, husband-to-be. [cell phone beeps]

Well?

Well, he sounded upbeat… like he, you know, can’t wait to marry me.

See? I told you– nothing to worry about.

[chuckles] [sighs]

Hello? Where’s Harold? Hello? Buongiorno! Buenos días. Anyone? It’s Rita Lesley! This would have never happened when you were alive, sir. There’d always be someone here to greet a guest. My, how times have changed. [dramatic music]

What the–

You know… [scoffs] Rafe is such a man of his word. He’s trustworthy. I mean, there must be a rational explanation for him to go behind your back.

To take a case working for EJ DiMera? I sure as hell hope so.

Yeah, so do I.

[sighs] Listen, uh, don’t say anything to Jada about this. This is her day. I want it to go off without a hitch.

Absolutely. I will not say a word. Mm.

Right. [soft music] Uh… I sure wish Marcus was here to see his little girl today.

Me too. I would love to see him give her away, wouldn’t you?

But I know that he would be so grateful that you are stepping into his shoes.

He would.

I love you, Steve Johnson.

I love you, too, baby.

Get a room, you two.

[chuckles]

Javi, I am so sorry. Who’d have thought, right? Like, Rafe is so straight, in every sense of the word.

I know, he is.

Like, he’s the kind of person who would say something like, “Everybody ready to rock and roll?” before leaving a restaurant. Like, I would bet he has the full “Band of Brothers” DVD set. He’s that kind of straight.

[laughs] Yeah, he is. And he pulls out these “Wedding Crasher” quotes from time to time. And then I think to myself, imagine being this into women.

Okay, so do you think that maybe you might have caught my case of “jumping to the wrong conclusion” syndrome? Because it is very contagious, and I was sneezing earlier.

No, no, no. I am sure. I walked in on them in his hotel room. She was wearing nothing but a towel.

Maybe her shower wasn’t working.

Rafa admitted it, Leo. He slept with her! And then he begged me, pleaded with me not to say anything to Jada. How am I supposed to keep this a secret from her?

[voice breaking] Mom, believe me, I would give anything to have you here today. And Dad, too, of course. [sniffles] Yeah, yeah. No, we’ll send you lots of pictures. I promise. Listen, you just focus on getting better, okay?

I love you, too, Mom… so much. Bye. [cell phone beeps] Ah, I can’t cry anymore. Thank you.

Yeah. How’s your mom?

Uh… she’s okay. She has a really bad flu– like, shivers, 104 fever. But I’m just–I’m really glad that she didn’t try to fly out tonight, even though I really– I really wish she’d be here.

I know.

Yeah. [sniffles] [sighs] You know, she wasn’t at my, uh, first wedding either, obviously, since me and Bobby eloped. But, you know, I-I-I didn’t get at all emotional… actually. That should have been the first clue that something was off… more than off, given that I thought the man I was marrying was someone completely different altogether. – Commissioner Hernandez– I mean, former Commissioner Hernandez.

Yeah, who are you?

What in the world? I’m Rita Lesley, executive assistant at DiMera Enterprises.

Okay, do you have a phone? I need to call the police.

The police? Why? What’s going on? And what were you doing coming out of the walls?

EJ, EJ DiMera– he’s been holding me hostage.

What? Why would Mr. DiMera do that?

This guy Arnold Feniger– he has been posing as me.

Posing as you?

Yes. Yes. And my fiancée, she is about to get married right now, today. I need to stop this.

Oh, well, my goodness, of course. I-I have a phone in here somewhere. [dramatic music]

[exhales deeply]

[cell phone ringing]

[line trilling]

Come on, come on, come on. [line beeps] EJ, hey, it’s Arnold. Listen, man, I need to hear from you to get my final marching orders. I thought I was going to hear from you, like, um… yeah, like, an hour ago, man. Yeah. Call me. [cell phone beeps] [knock at door] Hmm, must be him. About time, EJ–

Hairspray, pepper spray– dangerous world out there– movie ticket… [chuckles] Oh, a coupon! Oh, dear, expired.

Please, can you hurry? I think I’m about to pass out.

You know what they say. Patience is a– Aha! Got it.

What is that? That’s not a phone.

No, it’s not. It’s a Taser. [Taser clicking]

[groaning, screams]

I’m sorry. We didn’t know you were there.

Oh, I jest, you two. I am all for PDAs for people in love, like you two.

[giggles] Well, speaking of people in love, where’s Abe?

Oh, well, he and Kate– they got stuck at the office. Oh, and, you know, they fell behind in taping because of Bonnie’s hapless fall down that elevator shaft. Oh, and God forbid that you fall behind in production.

Right. Right. I’m just so glad I didn’t have to tape today.

Oh, yes. I heard about that new role of yours, Kassandra. [laughs] Congratulations.

Ah, thank you, but I am just filling in.

Oh, still, still, Abe is, oh, so grateful that you agreed to step in while Bonnie’s convalescing.

Well, he’s a very hard person to say no to.

Oh, don’t I know it. You know that man almost got me to go skydiving with him once, until I got a hold of some video online. I watched it. I said, oh, hell, no.

Yeah, yeah, no skydiving for me either, absolutely.

Well, since you’re flying solo tonight, Paulina, why don’t you sit with us?

Oh, that’s mighty kind of you, but I’ll be standing. I’m the officiant.

Oh.

Oh, right. We should have realized.

Mm-hmm. All these directions from Mr. Javier Hernandez– micromanaging wedding planner. Oh! Hoo! Say this. Oh, don’t say that. Stand here. Stand there. Yeah, right there, right there. [laughter] Oh, and shoulders up– posture, posture, posture. Posture is very important, Mayor Price. Oh, you’d think that man was trying to get his own reality show. Oh, but you know what? Rafe and Jada– they are going to get hitched without a single hitch. [soft music]

How are you supposed to keep this secret from her? Well, you could just never, ever, ever tell her. I’ve done that a lot in my life, and, yes, it causes crippling anxiety and nightmares, but it beats having to see the deeply sorrowful and/or hopping-mad expression on somebody’s face.

Okay, maybe you don’t want to live that way. So does this mean you are going to tell Jada about what you saw?

Like, how can I? Rafa gave me this whole bro-code speech and then proceeded to lay this huge guilt trip on me. So… I agreed to keep quiet.

But what? Now you’re not so sure?

I mean, don’t you think Jada has a right to know? She’s about to marry this man. She’s wearing my mom’s engagement ring. Mami would be turning in her grave if she knew what Rafa had done. On the other hand…

On the other hand, what?

Family was everything to her. Rafa’s my flesh and blood. I-I planned the wedding, the whole thing. A-and so, what, I’m just going to destroy it? How can I do that?

Jada? Is everything okay in there?

Yeah, I’ll be right out.

Oh, my God. You are stunning.

Thank you. You know, it’s not really my usual style.

Oh, who’s ever style it is, honey, you are… stunning.

[chuckles]

Oh, my God, Jada, you are every bit the queen that you are in this dress. Believe me–Rafe is not even going to know what hit him. [ominous music]

Rita? Whoa.

Mr. DiMera.

What on earth happened here?

Let me just start by saying that I’ve just come from the police station, and I’ve brought with me that information you requested on Jada Hunter.

That’s great, but what the hell happened here?

Well, I was looking for you, and Mr. Hernandez came staggering out of that door. He told me you had kidnapped him, were holding him prisoner in the basement. Then he asked me for my phone so he could call the police.

And after that, he just collapsed?

Oh, no, I Tasered him.

You Tasered him? What, you just carry around a Taser with you?

In my line of work, it pays to be covered for all eventualities.

[sighs] Okay, so, if I’m understanding correctly, you took it upon yourself to–

Stop him from blabbing to the whole world about your latest criminal exploit? Yes. I did it out of loyalty to you, to this family… Especially now that you’re no longer in a position to make those charges– poof–vanish.

Thank you, Rita. Believe me, your loyalty is very much appreciated. I’m in your debt.

Yes, you are. And to secure my silence, I do hope that this will be reflected in my yearly bonus.

Of course.

And now I’m going to need you to tell me exactly what you’re up to.

[sighs]

Gabi.

In the flesh. Why did you think it was EJ?

Uh, well, ’cause he hired me…

Ah.

To, uh–to do some work for him, and then the son of a bitch stiffed me on the bill.

[scoffs]

Yeah. And, uh–and I told him, I said, hey, uh, EJ… [chuckles] I need this money so that I can pay the caterers today. And, uh, well, I thought he was coming, but it looks like he’s a deadbeat.

That tracks, the cheap bastard.

Yeah.

But, Rafe, if you needed money, you should have asked me.

Ah.

Come on, you’re my brother. And you know getting involved with EJ, it never leads anywhere good. That man is a slimy, malignant narcissist.

I know. I know. No, no, trust me–I hate the guy as much as you do. I mean, if he were drowning, I’d throw him a bowling ball.

Hmm.

But, um… yeah, you know, the money is green.

It doesn’t matter what color his money is if it stays in his pocket. Listen to me. EJ has the moral scruples of a tin-pot dictator.

Oh.

Any time I’ve ever done any kind of business with him, I get burned, badly. Promise me– promise me you’re not going to let that happen to you. [dramatic music]

Rita, I am beyond grateful for your loyalty–

Enough with the gratitude. Start talking.

Fine. Fine. I’ll tell you everything. But, first, do you mind giving me a hand here?

Oh, no, not with my back problems. I did the Tasering. You do the lifting.

[sighs] Fine. Not again.

If I’m being honest, I am somewhat surprised that Rafe would have me officiate today. I mean, it’s not as if he and I have exactly been BFFs as of late, since I relieved him of his official duties.

Well, maybe he’s trying to mend fences.

Oh, maybe. Ooh, it’s chilly out here. You know, if I was planning a January wedding… [scoffs] Everyone would fly their asses to Turks and Caicos.

Oh, that would be lovely.

Ooh, still, I know they’re going to have heaters around, but I doubt they can keep up with this cold. What do you think Javi would think if I put my puffer coat on over this dress?

If you ask me, I think the only opinions that matter today are the bride and groom’s.

Oh, definitely, and, you know, Jada and Rafe seem to be pretty low-key about all these things.

Mm.

I think all they care about today is that at the end of the ceremony, they will be married and be husband and wife. [soft music]

Okay.

I’m ready. You’re ready. Let’s do this.

Wait. Before we go…

What’s that?

Talia wanted me to give this to you.

Oh.

She would have given it to you herself, of course, if she wasn’t already building homes in Ecuador.

My noble sis.

Mm-hmm.

Oh, wow. This is the necklace that Daddy got her when she was a little girl. She never took this off. She always wanted him close to her heart. Wow, I can’t believe she sent this to me.

She did.

Can I put it on for you?

Yes, please.

I’m just so sorry that your family couldn’t be here today.

Yeah, well, they are. They’re right here. And I have an adopted family– the Johnsons. Not to mention I am gaining a whole new family. Or should I say familia? [both chuckle] [sighs] Yeah. So… am I good?

Ah, you are more than good.

[gasps] One more thing.

What?

Mm-hmm. All right.

W-what is–

This is a sixpence for your shoe… for luck. Mm-hmm.

Not that you’ll need it. I have a hunch that you and Rafe are going to live happily ever after… no luck necessary.

[chuckles]

Oh, don’t worry, sis. I know how to handle EJ.

Yeah, I thought I knew how to handle him, too, but, um… Oh! I almost forgot.

Hmm. – Feliz cumpleaños to my big brother.

[chuckles] Wow. You brought me a present.

Actually, it’s not from me. It came to the house this morning– special delivery from Eli and Lani.

Oh, Eli and Lani, huh?

Yeah, it’s a little bubbly for your wedding night. Figured you’d want to chill it.

Ooh. Oh, thank you. Yeah, can never have too much bubbly, huh?

Oh, yeah, that’s for sure. So you ready to go? I, uh, thought we could drive together.

Come on, what, y-you don’t have, like, a hot date or something?

Well, I did. JJ was supposed to be my plus-one, but he got called into court at the last minute. He and Shawn have to testify for some major case. It’s one of Belle’s.

Oh, well, that’s too bad.

Yeah.

Well, you know, maybe, uh– maybe Jada will throw you the bouquet or something.

[laughs sarcastically] Maybe.

Yeah.

Rafe…

I just want to say that… from the bottom of my heart, I am so happy that you and Jada found each other.

Oh.

You’re such a great brother and a great guy, and you deserve all the happiness in the world. I love you so much.

Oh. Mm. [chuckles]

Uh, Rafe, you’re cutting off my air supply.

Oh, sorry. I-I…

[chuckles]

I just, um… I love you, too. Yeah. All right, so, uh, we should get going.

Yeah.

Yeah. Let’s do this. Right? [door opens]

Leo, seriously, what do you think I should do?

You’re asking for my advice?

Yeah, I am.

Wow, I’m flattered… also a little thrown off. People rarely ask for my input when it comes to moral decisions. But okay, uh, before you came to Salem, I was privy to a doozy of a secret. And I’m not talking about the kind of secret like, oh, somebody stole prescription drugs from the medicine cabinet at a gender-reveal party. This was a secretsecret. And it caused me so much guilt, so much angst, and if I had to do it over again, I would never.

So you’re saying I should tell Jada?

That’s what I’m saying, 100%. Although… I don’t know what it’s like to come from a loving family with siblings and cousins and a mother who would call a babysitter instead of giving you a Little League bat, saying, if you see the doorknob jiggling, run.

My God, Leo.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. I’m not telling you any of that to make you feel bad for me. It’s just to say that if I had had that, I might feel a sense of affection and therefore obligation to the family member with the secret. I mean, you live with Rafe.

Yeah, I do.

And I would hate for him to shoot the messenger. I mean, he’s not going to actually shoot you, but he might yell at you a bunch, throw you out on the street, and then I would be happy to pick up the pieces. But on the other hand…

“On the other hand”? Leo, you’re not helping me at all!

Rita, could you help me with this knot, please?

God knows you were never a Boy Scout, Elvis Junior. I suppose that’s why the ex-commish escaped in the first place. [grunts] Constrictor knot– nearly impossible to slip. Take note in case you are planning a future hostage situation… which I fervently hope you are not.

Thank you, Rita– I knew I could count on you, even if Kristen is your current employer of record.

I’m loyal to all the DiMeras. Besides, you never know when the next palace coup might happen. Oh, you’re CEO, then she’s CEO, and on and on and on. I will note that it would have helped had you told me the entire story from the beginning.

It was on a need-to-know basis. I was protecting you.

Of course, you were. So, just to get some clarity– if right now Ms. Hunter is on her way to the altar with Rafe, I assume Mr. Feniger has something to do with this plan of yours?

You would assume correctly.

[chuckles] But I thought he was paid off ages ago– you know, when you and your father faked his death.

He was paid off, but he recently resurfaced. Apparently, his tiki bar in Argentina wasn’t doing so well.

[scoffs] If I recall correctly, the last time he stood in for Rafe Hernandez, the situation went very far south very quickly.

[sighs] Believe me, Rita, I had no intention for this particular history to repeat itself. But Rafe happened to stumble upon Arnold, and he foolishly blurted out everything, so I had no choice but to put Rafe on ice.

How long has he been down here?

Just a few weeks, but I only recently realized I could use the situation to my advantage.

Do I want to ask?

Well… I was ousted from my DA position by his fiancée.

Oh, and let me guess… you’re going to use this information to return the favor.

[elegant music playing]

Uh, who invited you?

[scoffs] Nice to see you, too, Mayor. Uh, and to answer your question, my boyfriend did. He convinced me I needed a day off.

“Boyfriend”?

That’s right. I would like you to meet Javier Hernandez. Javi, this is our… esteemed mayor, Paulina Price.

Oh, yeah, I already know Javi. We’ve met. Wedding planner extraordinaire.

It’s good to see you again, Mayor. I love the dress.

Why, thank you.

Oh, uh, sorry. And this is Steve and Kayla Johnson.

Actually, I met Javi at the bachelor party.

Right.

Well, I haven’t met you. Kayla Johnson. Pleasure to meet you.

Same here. Uh, would you excuse me? I have to, uh, check on the fireworks. [chuckles]

Fireworks? * *

Have you decided what to do?

No, I haven’t… not yet. * *

Well, that is, I suppose, a novel way to exploit this information, though will it allow you to accomplish your goals? That remains–

To be seen. I know. Listen, Rita, the clock is ticking, and I’ve already wasted valuable time dealing with this distraction. [Rafe groans] I’m sure he’ll have plenty of questions when he comes to. Do you mind keeping an eye on him while I attend to business?

I assume that question is rhetorical?

Thank you. I owe you one.

You owe me more than one. [dramatic music]

[elegant music playing] * *

Your window of opportunity to do something about this situation is dwindling rapidly.

Leo, I know. I just need a little more time to think, please.

Javi, this garden– it’s amazing. You really outdid yourself, primo.

Well, well, well… look who it is. My handsome cousin Javi. You know this day would not have been possible without you, right? Right? * *

Oh, baby, hello. You look beautiful.

Wow. Back at you, Mom. Oh.

Thank you, gorgeous.

Wow. Hi, Dad.

Hi, baby.

Hi.

Oh.

So tell us, how’s the bride?

Oh, she’s good. She obviously didn’t want Rafe to see her until she walks down the aisle.

Right. [chuckles]

And, Dad, it means the world to her that you’re stepping in for her dad today.

Well, it means the world to me that she asked. It’s a privilege.

Yeah. Well, I think we need to sit down.

Okay. * *

When Marcus and I were growing up in the orphanage… the only family we had was each other. So… when he made a family with your mom, your sister, and you… it was everything he ever dreamed of. And I want to tell you… he was so proud of you, Jada.

[sighs] I hope so.

Yeah. And I wish you all the happiness he had in his marriage… and all the happiness I have in mine. You know, when you find the right person… and you make a family with them… there’s nothing better in the whole world. [Wagner’s “Bridal March” playing] Okay. I think we’re on. * * Take good care of her, you hear?

Oh, I will. I will. * *

Dearly beloved… we are gathered here to join Rafael Alejandro Hernandez and Jada Louise Hunter in holy matrimony. The contract of marriage is a solemn one… not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously… and with a deep realization of its obligation and commitments. Now, if anyone here… can show just cause as to why this couple should not be lawfully joined together… let him speak now or forever hold his peace.

I have something to say. [dramatic music]

What is going on here?

Leo, what the hell are you doing?

Well, remember when I said Rafe might shoot the messenger? Let me take the hit.

Leo, these– your interrupting behavior is becoming a bad habit! First at Jude’s christening, now at this wedding!

I know, but this is important.

Oh, for God’s sake.

Commissioner Hunter, I know we don’t really know each other. Well, there was the whole Dimitri fiasco, of course. But there is something I need to tell you.

Okay, what is it?

It’s nothing. Nothing.

Are you sure you don’t want me to–

Thank you for trying to protect me, but this is my secret to tell. Ladies and gentlemen, I have something to say. [dramatic music]

[weakly] You…

I thought you were going to help me.

Well, I didn’t, did I? Oh, and don’t waste your energy trying to slip out of those bonds again. It won’t work this time around.

I should have known. Just a… DiMera stooge… a pawn.

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’d be a shame if you didn’t get any.

I should have known.

Everything’s in place, Feniger. The rest is up to you. Don’t screw this up. [exhales deeply]

Javi… my dear cousin, I am sure whatever wedding surprise you have in store, it can wait. [cell phone beeps] I swore I turned this damn thing off.

Oh… my God.

Rafe, what is it? Is everything okay?

Whatever it is that you have to say is gonna have to wait, because I’ve got something to say now.

Rafe, you’re scaring me. What is going on?

I’m sorry… but I can’t marry you.

[people murmuring]

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Days Update Thursday, January 30, 2025

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Joseph Mueller

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Update written by Joseph

Marlena sits at home until Leo shows up at her door. Leo says he knows he shouldn’t drop by unannounced but he brought scones. Marlena says that’s kind but she’s not really in the mood. Leo walks in anyway and asks what’s wrong. Marlena informs him that she had an argument with her daughter this morning, so Leo asks what it was about. Marlena explains that she went to bring Belle some coffee but she wasn’t alone. Leo tries to guess who she was with until Marlena lets it slip that it was EJ.

EJ brings a tray with a cupcake to Rafe in the secret room of the underground tunnels where Rafe is tied up. EJ sarcastically wishes Rafe a happy birthday and tells him he ha so many reasons to celebrate.

Gabi calls out to Jada that coffee is ready and asks who is ready to get married today. Jada gets up with a hangover and remarks that she feels like there’s no chance this wedding is going to happen.

Arnold is passed out on his bed in his room at the Salem Inn until he’s woken by Javi knocking at the door. Javi comes in wishing him a happy birthday and says he had a feeling “Rafe” would look like hell after how wild last night got. Javi brought him shrimp as his Grandma’s hangover cure. Arnold informs him that he already ordered room service and questions why he’s here so early anyway. Javi reminds him that he’s here to help him get ready for his wedding. Arnold thanks him but says he’s got it covered and suggests he go help Jada get ready because she will need more help. Before he can get Javi out of the room, the stripper from the bachelor party comes out of the bathroom in a towel, asking if breakfast is ready. She then stops and says she didn’t know he had company. Javi says neither did he.

Marlena tells Leo that she can’t believe she blurted it out. Leo assures he won’t repeat a word to anyone and he’s honored that she confided in him. Marlena admits that she doesn’t have anyone to confide in with John gone and she can’t with Belle. Marlena brings up what this will do to Belle and Sami’s relationship as well as Shawn since he showed up while all that was going on and then EJ walked out, making it pretty clear to Shawn that Belle and EJ had spent the night together. Marlena and Leo agree that was awkward. Marlena can’t believe she’s talking about this to a gossip columnist. Leo says he’s a former columnist and all of this has been on Body and Soul. Marlena says this is real life and she can’t believe she’s been so indiscreet as this is the type of thing she’d only tell to a really close and trusted friend. Leo believes Marlena confided in him because she thinks of him as a really close, trusted friend.

EJ puts a little birthday hat on Rafe and says now they are appropriately festive as he lights a candle on his cupcake and tells Rafe to make a wish. Rafe responds that he wishes EJ were dead. EJ says he said it out loud so now it won’t come true. EJ adds that he’s in a good mood so he won’t take that personally. Rafe remarks that knowing EJ, the cupcake is poisoned. EJ says then he wouldn’t be able to see the look on his face when he tells him the good news that today is also Rafe’s wedding day.

Jada complains to Gabi that her head is pounding. Jada worries that she’s supposed to get ready in four hours and she can’t even think straight. Gabi encourages that she just needs caffeine but Jada doesn’t think she has a chance. Gabi assures that she has her back as starting today, they are family. Gabi promises that Jada will walk down the aisle or else Javi would kill her because he’s so invested in planning the wedding. Jada asks where Javi is. Gabi explains that she told him that she and Stephanie had everything under control and that Stephanie will be there soon. Gabi adds that Javi has a much more difficult task ahead of him as he is helping “Rafe” get ready. Gabi remarks that Rafe is the only one who partied harder than Jada did last night.

Arnold tells the stripper that Javi was just leaving. She remembers Javi from the party last night. Javi questions what she is doing in “Rafe’s” room in just a towel. She goes back to the bathroom to get changed. Arnold tells Javi that it’s not what it looks like and that he can explain.

Leo declares he and Marlena to be best friends. Marlena reminds him that he’s still her patient. Leo argues that he hasn’t had a real appointment in ages. Leo tells Marlena that he came here because something wonderful happened and he wanted it to share it with her, so Marlena asks what happened. Leo reveals that he and Javi got back together.

Javi tells “Rafe” that he can’t believe him. Arnold repeats that he can explain, claiming he forgot his scarf at the bachelor party and that Savannah was kind enough to bring it to him and she had been drinking, so he didn’t think she should drive and decided it was best if she spent the night here. Javi questions where exactly she spent the night.

EJ reminds Rafe that he and Jada planned on getting married today. Rafe says that was before he saw EJ with Arnold which EJ calls the beginning of Rafe’s stay here. EJ then reveals to Rafe that Jada went along with their plans, so she is getting married today.

Jada admits to Gabi that she was surprised at how much “Rafe” was enjoying his bachelor party. Gabi guesses everyone gets a little wild the night before their wedding. Stephanie then arrives and says she brought Hollywood level cosmetics from the Body and Soul studio. Jada continues to complain about how she feels. Stephanie says she will take her look to the next level. Gabi says she will see them at the church as she has something to take care of first, but promises that she’ll be back in time to see Jada and “Rafe” get married.

Rafe tells EJ that he’s out of his mind as Jada would be chasing down every lead looking for him. EJ explains that Jada isn’t looking for him because she doesn’t think he’s missing which means she’s had plenty of time to plan her wedding to Arnold.

Arnold tells Javi that Savannah slept in the bed while he slept on the floor. She backs him up and says “Rafe” was a perfect gentleman. Javi doesn’t believe a word and tells them to just admit that they slept together.

Gabi goes to the Horton house where JJ answers the door without a shirt on and asks to what he owes the pleasure. Gabi responds that the pleasure is all hers.

Jada tells Stephanie that she feels a little more human after her third cup of coffee. Stephanie asks if she has any butterflies. Jada insists that she’s not nervous, reminding her that she has done this before which brings up Everett/Bobby. Jada says the silver lining from that is that it brought her and Stephanie closer together. Jada tells Stephanie that having her as her maid of honor feels so right. They say they love each other as they hug.

Rafe calls EJ a sick bastard and vows to make him pay for this. EJ says to blame Jada as this all could have been avoided if she hadn’t conspired with Paulina to have him fired. EJ warns against messing with a DiMera. Rafe questions this being his revenge and asks what he thinks is going to happen on their wedding night. EJ assures him that Arnold is not sleeping with anyone today.

Arnold tells Javi that he and Savannah had sex and questions why he’s making such a big deal out of it. Javi reminds “Rafe” that he’s getting married to Jada in four hours and that he proposed to her with his mother’s ring and now he’s making a mockery of that by sleeping with the stripper. Savannah corrects him that she’s an exotic dancer and points out that she didn’t cheat on anyone. She decides that if there’s no breakfast, she will just leave and spare herself the judgement as she storms out. Javi asks how he could do this to Jada. Arnold tells Javi to get over it because he’s not going to breathe a word of this to anyone.

Leo explains to Marlena how he exposed Kerry as Lady Whistleblower, so Javi threw him out of the house and then he and Javi kissed and it was everything. Leo adds that he spent the night and they had lots of sex. Marlena questions if he’s sure that was a good idea. Leo remarks that sex is always a good idea. Marlena reminds Leo that the last time they behaved so hastily, it ended badly for both of them. Leo says that was because he accused Javi of spying on him. Marlena advises Leo that he can’t go in to a relationship on a faulty foundation. Leo asks if she’s saying his relationship is doomed.

JJ tells Gabi that she looks amazing. Gabi says he does too and thanks him. JJ asks where she is off to. Gabi reminds him that it’s Rafe’s wedding. JJ says he’s happy to see her but asks what she’s doing here since she must be busy. Gabi says she has been helping Jada get ready and putting out fires all morning, so she’s exhausted but there’s one detail she forgot to take care of which she hopes JJ can help her rectify. Gabi then tells JJ that she hoped he would be her plus one to the wedding.

Stephanie asks if Jada is feeling up for this. Jada assures that she’s feeling much better. Stephanie says after everything she and Rafe have been through, she must be so happy to be getting married. Jada calls it amazing but Stephanie asks what’s wrong. Jada claims she’s fine but Stephanie says she can’t fool her and asks her to talk to her. Jada brings up that she hasn’t heard from Rafe and she thought she’d at least get a call from him before they walk down the aisle.

EJ reminds Rafe that he gave his word that Arnold would not lay a hand on Jada. Rafe reminds EJ of what Arnold did to Sami and asks how the hell he could let this happen. EJ assures that would never happen again. Rafe asks if he doesn’t think Jada is going to want to be with her husband on her wedding day. Rafe tells EJ that he needs to stop this. EJ tells him to calm down and that he has it all set up that before Jada and “Rafe” get married, the whole city of Salem will get the shocking news that Jada is a corrupt cop.

Stephanie tells Jada that she thought it was adorable that “Rafe” wanted to spend the night somewhere else. Jada says she did too but thought she would at least get a text goodnight and feels like she’s being ghosted. Stephanie points out that the phone works both ways and she didn’t call him. Stephanie adds that it’s still early and bets Javi is putting him through the wringer. Jada says it’s not just about some silly text or call, but something has been really off about “Rafe” lately.

Javi questions “Rafe” wanting him to keep quiet about the fact that he cheated on Jada. Arnold argues that they aren’t married and it’s not Javi’s secret to tell. Javi asks how he could hurt Jada like that. Arnold says he didn’t hurt her because she doesn’t know about. Arnold asks if Javi is going to tell Jada and ruin their big day. Javi complains that most bachelor parties don’t end up with the groom having sex with the stripper. Arnold argues that Javi said he’d never been to a bachelor party. Arnold says it’s not unusual while Javi says this just doesn’t seem like Rafe. Arnold warns Javi again not to breathe a word about this.

Marlena tells Leo that she never said his relationship was doomed. Leo thought she’d be more encouraging since he and Javi finally put Lady Whistleblower behind them, so it just felt right and asks why they would wait after being apart for so long. Leo thinks Marlena is projecting as she’s thinking about walking in on Belle and EJ while he’s talking about he and Javi. Marlena admits that he’s right as she was concerned that Leo might get hurt and she doesn’t want that to happen because she cares so much about him, just like a best friend as Leo hugs her.

Gabi tells JJ that she was going to ask him earlier but she lost her nerve. Gabi notes they haven’t been seeing each other very long but she knows being her date to a family wedding is a big deal, so she was worried that he might think she was rushing things. JJ admits he was wondering if she was going to ask and what it would mean. Gabi suggests they could disregard any meaning it might have and treat it like just a party. Gabi says maybe it’s just as simple as they like each other, so it would be really fun to go together. Gabi asks if JJ wants to be her date.

Javi tells Arnold that he hates this. Arnold says family looks out for each other. Javi argues that Jada is his family now too and tells Arnold that he can get ready without him. Javi reluctantly agrees not to say anything as he storms out of the room.

Stephanie asks Jada what she means by saying something is off with “Rafe”. Jada says he’s just been different for awhile now and brings up how he was getting handsy with the dancer last night which was so not him. Stephanie admits she didn’t love that either. Jada adds that “Rafe” hired EJ as a client when he hates him like poison, so she questions why he’d work with him. Stephanie encourages the idea of “Rafe” wanting some extra cash for the wedding. Jada argues that Black Patch is not short on funds and he didn’t tell her or Steve. Jada adds that EJ practically lost his job because of her but he’s totally fine with hiring her fiancée. Jada feels something about this doesn’t add up.

EJ explains to Rafe that Jada will lose her job, allowing Paulina to re-appoint “Rafe” and Arnold will then convince Paulina to rehire him. EJ states that “Rafe” and he will have a job while Jada will be the only one out on the street. Rafe says the problem with his plan is that Jada isn’t a dirty cop. EJ points out that Rafe isn’t either but Ava managed to do a number on his reputation. EJ admits he’s not Ava’s biggest fan but calls it a good idea. EJ declares that when all is said and done, Jada will be toxic. Rafe argues that he won’t get away with this. EJ feels he already has. EJ tries to feed Rafe his cupcake but Rafe suddenly breaks free from being tied up and charges EJ.

JJ agrees with Gabi that they haven’t been seeing each other very long and it is kind of a big deal for him to go with her to her brother’s wedding. Gabi starts to give up on it but JJ says he didn’t say no and he likes that it’s kind of a big deal as he wants to go with her. Gabi says she wants him to as well as they kiss until they are interrupted by JJ getting a call from Belle. JJ says he’s off today but says he can be there in an hour. Gabi guesses JJ won’t be her plus one after all. JJ informs her that they are prosecuting a perp that he arrested awhile back and the trial got moved up, so he has to be there as Belle needs he and Shawn to testify. JJ apologizes while Gabi understands that she sprung this on him out of nowhere. JJ says he’d much rather be spending the day with her than doing anything else. Gabi realizes that justice never takes a day off. Gabi says she has to go and that she’ll save him a piece of cake. JJ says even though he can’t go, he knows that even being asked was a big step and he likes that for them. Gabi says she does too as they kiss.

Javi runs in to Leo in the town square. Leo says he was just telling Marlena how happy they are. Javi says no and that he’s mad at Leo because he ruined Jada and Rafe’s wedding.

Stephanie tells Jada that she doesn’t blame her for overthinking things since the last time she was married, she got blindsided by the groom’s personality change so she would be a little sensitive to “Rafe” cutting loose. Jada then gets a call from “Rafe”. Arnold says he just wanted one last call with his gorgeous fiancée before she becomes his wife.

Rafe knocks out EJ and declares there’s not going to be a wedding.

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Days Update Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Joseph Mueller

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Shawn is at home on the phone with Paulina, assuring her that Chanel is fine. Shawn asks Paulina not to say anything to Johnny because Chanel specifically didn’t want him to know where she spent the night last night, as Chanel then comes out from the bedroom behind Shawn.

Johnny sits in the living room of the DiMera Mansion, texting Chanel that he’s worried about her and to let him know that she’s okay. Kristen comes in and greets him. Johnny says he heard they found Rachel and brought her home which Kristen confirms. Johnny asks where they found her and if she’s okay. Kristen says she’s fine and wishes she was more sorry for what she put them through. Kristen admits she thought she was never going to see Rachel again, so she’s tremendously relieved. Johnny asks again where she ended up finding her. Kristen reveals that Rachel holed herself up in her family’s vacation home.

Rachel calls The Woman in White from her room and says she’s calling to check on Ava. The woman responds that Ava is fine and they are having a lovely breakfast as Ava remains tied up in a chair.

Brady calls Ava, leaving a message that he’s wondering why she’s not calling him back. Brady asks her to call him when she gets this as he’s starting to worry. Marlena comes in and asks if everything is alright. Brady tells Marlena that he’s just trying to get a hold of Ava to let her know the good news about Rachel and hoping she calls him back soon. Marlena mentions making coffee and suspects Belle might need some since she went to Jada’s bachelorette party last night and she’s still in bed, so she guesses she came in pretty late.

Belle wakes up complaining of a headache and then rolls over to see EJ in bed next to her. Belle hits EJ with a pillow to wake him up and questions how this happened. EJ says everything is a bit foggy. EJ remembers one minute they were arguing in the living room and the next minute, they were ripping each others’ clothes off in the bedroom. Belle continues to question how this happened and how she ever slept with him again after she just told a room full of women that he was her biggest regret.

Shawn thanks Paulina for keeping things quiet and says Chanel will appreciate that. Paulina asks to speak with her but Shawn claims she’s still asleep and he can have her call when she wakes up. Chanel thanks Shawn for covering as she’s not in the mood to deal with Paulina. Chanel calls it pretty pathetic as she used to be able to party all night and wake up fine, but now she’s completely destroyed after a couple round of Jell-O shots. Shawn says he heard it was a little more than that and asks what she remembers about last night. Chanel recalls being at the bachelorette party, crashing the bachelor party, fighting with Johnny and then running off to the bar. Chanel says it kind of goes blank after that but she remembers Shawn showing up at some point and that she kissed him. Chanel says it goes blank again after that and she just remembers waking up here in Shawn’s shirt, so she asks Shawn if they had sex last night.

Johnny asks Kristen how Rachel even knew about her family’s vacation home. Kristen explains that Rachel found a scrapbook she had all about her family with the information in there. Johnny recalls Sami mentioning the old Blake house. Kristen mentions it being where Peter married Jennifer back in the 90s and also where Andre set John up for his own murder. Johnny jokes that there was a lot of drama in that house. Kristen says the most dramatic surprise was finding out that her mother didn’t die in the accident when she was little and that she was just roaming around alone in that house.

The Woman in White says that’s enough about Ava and asks Rachel how her plan went and if her parents got back together, but Rachel says not even close. She says she’s sorry to hear that but encourages Rachel to be patient as it’s only a matter of time before they are one big happy family again.

Brady tells Marlena about Rachel running away to Kristen’s family’s home. Marlena asks if she said why she went. Brady says she admitted that she thought it would reunite he and Kristen. Brady thinks this has proved that Rachel needs therapy. Marlena agrees and says she has the number for a wonderful child therapist named Jillian Shaw. Brady says he’ll call on the way to see Rachel, noting that he and Kristen are going to need all the help they can get with Rachel.

Rachel tells the Woman in White to keep an eye on Ava because she’s very sneaky. She assures that she will take care of Ava and tells Rachel to just concentrate on getting her family back together which she agrees to do as they hang up. The Woman in White then tells Ava that she must be hungry and asks if she wants breakfast. Ava nods. She removes the gag from Ava’s mouth and warns her that screaming will do no good because everyone has thought the house has been haunted for years. Ava questions why Rachel was here. She explains that Rachel came for her help as she just wants her parents back together, so she’s keeping Ava from interfering. Ava asks why she cares and who the hell she is.

Johnny comments to Kristen that it must have been a shock to find out her mother was alive. Kristen talks about how everyone thought she was a ghost and they referred to her as the Woman in White. Kristen talks about how she was frightened and confused after the accident, but eventually got her memories back and she was very grateful to have extra time with her even though it was short lived. Johnny asks what happened. Kristen responds that a couple months after finding her, she and Stefano had a confrontation and the tunnels collapsed. Kristen says that Stefano found a way out but her mother did not.

Shawn assures Chanel that they did not sleep together. Chanel is relieved and asks what did happen. Shawn says after she kissed him, he tried to convince her to let him take her home but she refused because she didn’t want a lecture from her mother, so he brought her to his place, gave her water, his t-shirt, and now coffee.

EJ questions Belle telling a room full of women that he was her biggest regret. Belle explains that it was a game at the bachelorette party where everyone had to say a hookup that they regretted. EJ jokes that in her case, it had nothing to do with not enjoying the hookup. Belle says it was wishing it never happened and adds that Gabi also named EJ. EJ remarks that he didn’t hear any complaints from either of them at the time. Belle says they didn’t want to hurt his feelings. EJ asks if he was so regrettable, why she allowed him to take her home last night. Belle says he offered and she needed a ride. EJ argues that any number of people could have given her a ride and she could have got a taxi. Belle says if she was sober, she would have. EJ thinks she wanted him to take her home because she wanted this to happen. Belle asks EJ if he did or didn’t want this to happen. EJ asks why he’d want to sleep with her when she stole his job. Belle accuses him of seducing her out of revenge. EJ says he didn’t have to do much seducing because she kissed him first. Belle argues that he was the one who started taking her clothes off. EJ says he was caught up in the moment. Belle says she was too and then they start kissing again.

The Woman in White tells Ava that she’s just a woman who believes that families shouldn’t be separated. Ava says she has a family too and talks about her son, Tripp. Ava says he was taken from her when she was born and she wouldn’t wish that torture on her worst enemy, but she found him and now they are spending every moment they can making up for lost time. She responds that her children were taken from her too. Ava asks her to let her go, bringing up that Tripp just got engaged on Christmas and they are going to get married in Hong Kong, so she has to be there because she’s missed so many important moments in his life. She tells Ava that she does feel for her but letting her go would only hurt Rachel and she’s already hurt her so much by coming between her parents which she calls selfish of her. Ava argues that she wasn’t selfish and tried to break things off with Brady but he wouldn’t let her. She suggests that maybe she shouldn’t have let Brady get his way and she should’ve just disappeared, like she’s going to now.

Brady goes to the DiMera Mansion where Johnny tells him that he was glad to hear he and Kristen got Rachel home safe. Brady mentions having to take Rachel to her appointment for therapy. Kristen questions when he was going to tell her. Brady says Marlena had a recommendation so he called on the way over and she had a last minute opening. Kristen says she will clear her schedule to be there. Brady says that’s not necessary and that he can take her himself, but Kristen insists that she wants to be there. Kristen declares that afterwards, she and Brady will sit down and figure out what else they can do to protect their daughter, especially now that child protective services have been contacted, unless he has plans with his girlfriend Ava. Johnny questions Brady dating Ava now. Brady confirms that he is, but he doesn’t have plans with her right now. Brady adds that he will though, as soon as he can reach her.

Chanel tells Shawn that she’s so sorry for coming onto him last night. Shawn understands she’s going through a rough time. Chanel says it was inappropriate and adds that even though she’s furious with Johnny, he is still her husband. Chanel remarks that her wedding vows meant something to her even if they didn’t mean anything to Johnny. Shawn knows it’s none of his business but he doesn’t think that last part is true. Shawn acknowledges that Johnny screwed up, but at the bachelor party, he could tell that Johnny deeply regretted what he did and is miserable. Chanel argues that he should’ve thought about that. Shawn points out that he got drunk and made a mistake. Shawn suggests Chanel focus on the good things in their relationship and the good times she and Johnny had together instead of fixating on the one mistake he made, then she might be able to find it in her heart to forgive him.

EJ and Belle finish having sex again, so EJ asks who is to blame for round two. Belle says it’s obviously him and declares they have made a huge mistake. EJ asks how, arguing that they are consenting adults. Belle remembers when Sami found out about them the first time and asks if EJ wants to face her wrath again. EJ recalls them making jokes about Sami finding out about them and her response, so he questions why she’s so serious about it now. Belle says she never joked about Sami finding out about them and that his memory must be false. EJ says if she can’t handle the potential wrath of Sami, they can call the whole thing off. Belle tells EJ to go ahead and leave then. EJ says he has to tend to an urgent matter anyway. EJ then gets out of bed right as Marlena walks in and catches them together. Marlena questions how Belle could do this and says she doesn’t understand. Belle argues that she’s a grown woman and that she could’ve knocked. Marlena thought she was alone while Belle thought she was at the office. Marlena says she’s working from home and she’s sorry for barging in, but she doesn’t know what to call this. Marlena tells Belle that she’s so disappointed in her as she never thought she would get involved with this amoral man again since she knows how he hurts people including her brother. Marlena declares that if Belle is going to keep seeing EJ, they will not do this in her home. Marlena then storms back out.

Chanel tells Shawn that she does appreciate his take and can tell that his heart is in the right place, but it’s not just the fact that Johnny betrayed her but that he lied to her about it for months. Shawn relates since Belle cheated on him more than once but admits he’s been in Johnny’s shoes too. Chanel remembers hearing about he and Talia which Shawn calls a huge mistake as he hated himself for hurting Belle. Shawn can tell Johnny is carrying around the same guilt, so he can’t help but feel for him too. Chanel points out that Belle and Shawn had such a loving relationship and if they couldn’t make it work, what hope does she and Johnny have. Shawn says there were a lot of factors that led to their divorce and if he thought there was any chance, he would’ve kept fighting for their marriage but there was too much damage done that couldn’t be repaired. Chanel tells Shawn that she’s sorry. Shawn asks if she thinks it’s the same case for her and Johnny. Chanel admits she’s not sure. Shawn thinks she should take his advice then because if there’s even the slightest chance they could work their marriage out, they got to fix it before it’s too late.

Kristen questions Brady being unable to reach Ava and asks if she’s ghosting him. Brady tells her to leave it alone. Kristen suggests maybe Ava needs some space or he was being clingy. Johnny asks when he last heard from Ava. Brady says it was a voicemail but he couldn’t hear it because of the bad reception. Johnny suggests Brady play the voicemail so they can try to figure it out, so he does. Johnny says it sounded urgent but he can’t understand it either. Brady says he’s tried calling back and texted multiple times. Brady mentions that he thought about trying to have Steve enhance the audio, but declares that if he doesn’t hear from Ava soon, he’s going to get the cops involved.

Ava tells the Woman in White that she tried to be reasonable but she’s out of patience. Ava warns that she obviously has no idea who she’s messing with. Ava states that she could have her killed with one phone call. She responds that she used to know a man like her who was very powerful and made all kinds of threats. She says for a long time, she would cower in fear but then one day, she finally stood up to him and realized there was nothing to fear so her threats don’t phase her. Ava says that’s fine because Brady will be coming any moment to rescue her because she left him a voicemail, letting him know that she was coming to pick up Rachel, so he will come running when he listens to it. She points out that Brady hasn’t come yet, so maybe he never will.

Kristen tells Brady that she just cleared her schedule, so they are all ready for Rachel’s appointment. Kristen adds that she thinks Brady is being overdramatic about Ava since she’s tough and she’s sure nothing happened to her. Kristen remarks that she wouldn’t care if Ava dropped off the face of the earth, but she knows she has a thing for Brady, so she hopes nothing happened to her and that she gets in touch soon. Brady says she almost sounded sincere. Kristen jokes that she put a lot of effort in to it.

The Woman in White says she knows Ava is upset about Brady not coming to find her but she still has to eat. Ava questions the food not being poisoned and says she’ll take her chances with starving, so she decides to put the gag back on Ava. Rachel then calls back and tells the woman that they have trouble as Ava left a voicemail for Brady. She says she heard that. Rachel calls it a big problem because Brady just played it for Kristen. She tells Rachel that she will put Ava in another room so they can speak freely and when she comes back, Rachel will tell her exactly what was in the message.

Belle tells EJ how awkward and embarrassing that was. EJ says he’s sorry. Belle says he is too but blames herself for not locking the door. EJ says he would say she’ll know better for next time, but there obviously won’t be a next time.

Chanel returns home to Paulina’s where Johnny is waiting. Chanel asks what he’s doing here and how he got in. Johnny tells her that Paulina let him in and he came by because he was worried about her since she was in bad shape last night and wanted to make sure she was okay. Chanel is surprised Paulina didn’t slam the door in his face. Johnny thinks she saw how concerned he was so she took pity on him. Johnny says that Paulina said she was fine, but he needed to see for himself. Chanel confirms that she is fine, so Johnny says he’s glad to hear that. Johnny then asks Chanel where she has been. Chanel then informs him that she spent the night with Shawn Brady.

Shawn goes to see Marlena and says he was in the area so he asks if it’s a bad time. Marlena says she’s just getting some work done. Shawn says he won’t keep her but he came to return the photos of Rachel that he borrowed from Brady since the search is over. Marlena thanks him and says she’ll make sure he gets them. Shawn then looks past her in the open door and sees Belle in her robe with EJ. Belle tries to explain but Shawn says she doesn’t owe him an explanation as her personal life is none of his business. Shawn then quickly walks away. Marlena turns to Belle and says her personal life is none of her business either, but anyone who comes in to her home is her business and EJ is not welcome here. EJ says he understands and exits.

Johnny questions Chanel sleeping with his cousin, Shawn. Chanel clarifies that they didn’t sleep together, but she did kiss him which she calls a drunken mistake and he did not kiss her back, he just took her home to sleep it off. Johnny guesses he should thank Shawn for looking out for her. Chanel responds that he was looking out for him too since he asked her this morning if there was any chance that she could ever forgive him. Chanel admits that Shawn urged her to forgive him and she told him she wasn’t sure she was ready to do that. Johnny says he understands. Chanel adds that Shawn advised that if she thought there was any chance to save their marriage, she should act on it before it’s too late. Chanel thinks that Shawn was right.

Brady hugs Rachel and tells her it’s so good to see her. Rachel asks if he’s not mad at her anymore. Brady says he’s not happy that she ran away and scared him but he’s very happy that she’s okay and he will always love her no matter what. Rachel asks if they can do something fun like go to the zoo. Kristen reminds Rachel that they are going to therapy today. Rachel brings up that Kristen told her that she could tell her therapist how much she hates Ava which Brady questions. Kristen says that’s what Rachel said and she only said that she would be free to talk about her feelings. Rachel calls it the same thing. Kristen sends Rachel to get her coat. Brady questions Kristen, who insists that’s all she said. Brady then gets a text from Ava’s phone.

The Woman in White tells Ava that she solved her little mystery as she knows why Brady hasn’t come looking for her. Ava asks if he didn’t get her message. She informs her that there was apparently bad reception so he didn’t hear her say she was coming to pick up Rachel. Ava argues that Brady will still come looking for her when she doesn’t show up. She informs Ava that thanks to her big mouth, she was able to help Rachel send the perfect response.

Kristen reads the text on Brady’s phone that came from Ava’s phone, claiming that she just landed in Hong Kong. Kristen guesses she went to visit Tripp and suggests that she left so that Rachel would be inspired to come home. Kristen guesses she’ll be back soon but Brady informs Kristen that the rest of the message says Ava is apparently staying in Hong Kong so she doesn’t come between he and his daughter. Brady then states that Ava is breaking up with him. Rachel listens in from outside the door and declares “mission accomplished”.

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Days Short Recap Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Michele and Cheryl

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Shawn talked to Paulina on the phone and let her know that Chanel was fine. She didn’t want anyone to know where she was staying. Chanel appeared in the room after he got off the phone. She was wearing Shawn’s shirt. He asked her if she remembered what happened the night before. She remembered seeing him at the bar, their kiss and going to the house. Chanel wondered if they hooked up the night before. Shawn assured her that nothing happened between them. Chanel apologized for flirting with him when she’s still married. Johnny forgot about their vows, but she didn’t want to do that. Shawn let her know that Johnny would be miserable without her. He advised her to focus on the good times they shared and not on one mistake. She appreciated his advice. They talked about their marriages and how infidelity played a part in destroying his marriage. She’s not sure if she’s ready to end her marriage. Shawn advised her to fight for her marriage. Johnny tried to reach Chanel when Kristen walked in the room. They talked about Rachel being back home. Kristen told him about her family scrapbook which led to Rachel going to Aremid. She began telling him about the woman in white being her mother and how thankful she was that she was alive only to find out that she and Stefano were presumed dead in the Paris tunnels. Rachel called the woman in white to check on Ava. Ava was tied to a chair. The woman in white assured Rachel that her parents would get back together now that Ava is out of the way. Rachel warned her to keep an eye on Ava because she was sneaky. The lady took the gag off Ava’s mouth letting her know that no one would hear her scream. Ava wondered why Rachel was there. The woman told her that she helped Rachel get her out of the way so her parents could get back together. Ava wondered who the woman was. The only thing the woman said was that she was someone who wanted to see people get back together. Ava knew about family and told her about her son. She asked the woman to let her go so she could go to her son’s wedding. The woman said that letting her go would hurt Rachel. Making her disappear would help Rachel get what she wants. Ava warned her that she could have her killed with one phone call. The woman wasn’t intimidated by her threat because she dealt with a truly dangerous man in her life. Ava believed Brady would rescue her soon. The woman felt like Brady didn’t care enough to bother looking for her.

Brady got worried when he couldn’t reach Ava. Marlena walked in the room saying that Belle had a hard night since she was still sleeping. Brady talked to Marlena about Rachel. Marlena couldn’t believe that Rachel went to Aremid by herself. He admitted that Rachel wanted him to get back together with her mother. They decided to let Rachel get therapy, and Marlena gave him the name of a doctor. Belle woke up and found EJ next to her in bed. She woke him up and hit him with a pillow. EJ remembered what happened between them. He wondered why she allowed him to go home with her. They realized they got caught up in the moment and made love again. After they made love again, EJ and Bell talked about what would happen if Sami found out. EJ and Belle started arguing over it when Marlena walked in the room. EJ struggled to get his clothes while Marlena and Belle got into a heated discussion about what happened. Belle reminded her that she was a grown woman and that she should have knocked on the door. Marlena couldn’t believe she hooked up with EJ after he hurt their family. If Belle wanted to keep seeing EJ, she wouldn’t do it under her roof. After Marlena left the room, EJ and Belle talked about how embarrassed they were at getting caught. He thought they should be more careful next time. Belle informed him there wouldn’t be a next time. Brady showed up at the DiMera mansion telling Kristen that he made an appointment for Rachel to see the therapist. Kristen demanded to go and made a comment about Ava. They listened to her voicemail. They couldn’t figure out what her message meant. Rachel overheard Brady talking about having trouble reaching Ava. Chanel went to Paulina and Abe’s place to find Johnny waiting for her. He told her that Paulina let him in the place because he was worried about her. Johnny wondered where she was, and she told him that she spent the night with Shawn. Shawn arrived at the townhouse to bring Rachel’s pictures back. Marlena tried to get him to leave when Belle and EJ came out of her bedroom.

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Days Short Recap Thursday, January 30, 2025

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Michele Johnson

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Leo went to Marlena’s place and noticed that she was upset. Marlena told him she was upset because she walked in on Belle with EJ. She apologized for telling him about it. He thanked her for telling him. She thanked him because she didn’t have anyone to talk to. Marlena told him that she was worried about what Belle’s fling will do to her family especially Sami and Shawn. She said Shawn showed up and saw them together. After they talked about Belle and EJ, Leo told her about getting back together with Javi. Marlena advised him to take things slowly. Leo thought she felt that way because of Belle and EJ to which she said she was concerned about him. EJ went in the tunnels to check on Rafe. He told Rafe that it was his birthday and wedding day. Rafe said it couldn’t be his wedding day because Jada was looking for him. EJ told him about Arnold and said that everything was Jada’s fault for getting him fired as the D.A. He said doing things to a DiMera had consequences. EJ let Rafe know that he wouldn’t let Arnold in Jada’s bed. Rafe reminded him that Arnold raped Sami and wanted him to stop Arnold before he did the same thing to Jada. EJ said before Arnold and Jada went on their honeymoon, Jada was going to be depicted as a corrupt cop. When she was fired, Arnold would be the commissioner and convince Paulina to hire him back. While EJ was talking, Rafe attempted to go after him.

Stephanie went to the Hernandez house to help Jada get ready for the wedding. Jada was concerned that Rafe didn’t call her. She felt like she was getting ghosted. Stephanie suggested that she call Rafe. Jada noticed that something has been going on with Rafe. She said he has been acting differently for a while and was suspicious of him working with EJ. Javi went to see “Rafe” at the Salem Inn. Arnold tried to get rid of Javi, but Savannah (the stripper) came out of the bathroom. Arnold lied and said he forgot his scarf and she brought it back to him. He said she was drunk and spent the night. Savannah went with Arnold’s story. Javi didn’t believe them and demanded the truth. Arnold said he slept with Savannah. Javi was upset about it. Savannah ended up leaving. Arnold told Javi not to say anything. Javi said he couldn’t believe him to which Arnold reminded him that he wasn’t married yet. Javi couldn’t believe his behavior. Arnold warned him again not to say anything. Javi agreed not to say anything. He ran into Leo at the town square and blamed him for ruining Rafe and Jada’s wedding. Stephanie told Jada that she was worried for nothing. While they were talking, “Rafe” called Jada. Rafe ended up knocking EJ out and said there wasn’t going to be a wedding.

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Days Transcript Thursday, January 30, 2025

Posted on January 30, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[doorbell ringing]

Coming. Oh, Leo, what a surprise.

I know, I know, I know. I shouldn’t just drop by unannounced for an impromptu session or even just to shoot the breeze, but I’m hoping you won’t be too annoyed with me, because, ta-da, I brought scones.

“Scones”? That’s so kind of you. I’m really not in the mood.

Oh, no, what’s wrong?

Well… I had an argument with my daughter this morning.

About what?

Well, I wanted to take her some coffee, and–

And?

And…

And?

And she wasn’t alone.

Ah. So you walked in on Belle and some guy in flagrante delicto? Who was said guy?

I’m not going to talk about that.

Oh, you’re gonna make me guess? Fine, I’ll throw out names. You blink twice if I’m right. Shawn Brady, Philip Kiriakis, Dr. Seth Burns.

EJ Di– [gasps] [dramatic music]

* For he’s a jolly good fellow * * For he’s a jolly good fellow * * For he’s a jolly good fellow * * Which nobody can deny * Yay. Happy birthday, Rafe. Should be a good one. After all, you have so many reasons to celebrate. [ominous music] [clapping hands]

[humming Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus”] * * Rise and shine, bride-to-be. Coffee’s almost done. [resumes humming tune] Who’s ready to get married today?

[sighs]

Wow. That was meant to be rhetorical.

How are you feeling?

Like there is no chance that this wedding is going to happen.

[sighing] Okay.

[knock at door]

Oh, room service. Finally. [grunts] Hey.

[imitates fanfare] [chuckles] Happy birthday!

Can we turn that down a little bit?

Yeesh, you look like hell. I mean, I had a feeling you would after how crazy last night got. Here.

What’s this?

Come on, you know what it is. Ceviche.

Shrimp… for breakfast?

Yes. Abuela’shangover cure.

Yes. Yes. Right, right. But, uh, I already ordered room service, so, um… Yeah. What are–what are you doing here so early for, anyway?

What–what do you think? I’m here to help you get ready for your wedding.

Yeah. That’s go– I got it covered, though. So you know what? Why don’t you– why don’t you go help Jada? Because I’m sure that she has got, like, a million things to do.

I smell something good. Is our breakfast here? Sorry. I didn’t know you had company.

Neither did I.

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Oh, I can’t believe this.

Yeah, I’ll bet seeing EJ DiMera naked is pretty unbelievable.

No, I mean, I can’t believe that I just blurted that out.

Oh, Dr. Evans, it’s all right. And I assure you, I won’t repeat a word of this to anyone. And, frankly, I’m honored that you confided in me.

Well, you know what? I don’t have anyone to confide in anymore. I mean, John is gone, and… well, I can’t very well confide in Belle about this.

I can see you’re very upset.

I’m so upset. Not just because of the way I feel about EJ, but… because I know what this will do to– to Sami and Belle’s relationship, not to mention Shawn.

Huh?

Shawn. Shawn showed up when all that was going on. – Shawn BradyShawn?

Yeah.

[gasps]

Yeah. And then EJ walked out. And it was pretty clear to Shawn… Belle and EJ had spent the night together.

Wow. Awkward.

Very awkward.

Oh. I am so, so sorry.

Mm.

Was EJ still naked when Shawn showed up?

Leo.

What? It’s not exactly irrelevant, because if he had been dressed, Shawn could have assumed that he was there for a business meeting?

Oh… no… he wasn’t fully dressed.

Hmm.

So Shawn could have assumed… very well what was happening… that the two of them had spent the night together. Oh, my gosh, I can’t believe that I’m saying all this to a gossip columnist.

Uh, no, a former gossip columnist. And you’re not telling me anything that hasn’t already been in a “Body & Soul” script.

Yes, that’s true. That’s true. But that’s a script. I mean, this is– this is real life. Oh! I can’t believe I’ve been so indiscreet. I mean, that’s the kind of thing that you only tell to a really, really close, trusted friend.

You know what this means, right? Maybe you’ve confided in me because you think of me as a really close, trusted friend. [chuckles]

Boom, there. Now we’re appropriately festive. And let’s not forget. [tense music]

Well… make a wish. Come on.

[exhaling weakly]

Oh, for God’s sake… Come on.

I wish you were dead.

Ah, ah, ah, you said it out loud. Now it’s not going to come true. But since I’m in a very generous mood, I’m gonna take that wish personally. You can have your cake and eat it, too– or muffin, in this case. Come on. Here, have at it. What’s the matter? Too vain to, uh, dive in face-first? Come on.

Knowing you, it’s poisoned.

Now, why would I do that? I wouldn’t be able to see the look on your face when I share the good news.

What good news?

Well, today is not only your birthday, it’s also your wedding day.

[groans] My head is pounding.

Oh, boy, okay. Uh, On a scale of one to ten, how bad?

Way beyond ten. Like, we’re talking a whole new scale. [groans] How am I supposed to get ready in four hours and I can’t even think straight?

It’s okay. You just need a little caffeine. Here.

Oh, thank you. But short of mainlining it, girl, I don’t think I stand a chance.

Relax, I got your back, okay? Starting today, we’re family. So put all the worries out of your mind. I promise, you’re going to walk down that aisle, because if you don’t, a certain someone will kill me.

No, Rafe wouldn’t blame you.

Mm. No, forget Rafe. I’m talking about Javi. He’s so invested in planning this wedding, you’d think he was the one getting married.

[chuckles] Well, speaking of Javi, where is he? Why isn’t he here?

Oh, I told him that Stephanie and I had everything under control. She’ll be here in a few, by the way. And as for Javi, he’s got a much more difficult task ahead of him.

Mm, more difficult than reviving the corpse bride?

[laughs] Yeah. He’s, uh, helping Rafe get ready. My brother is the only one who partied harder than you did last night, so…

Yeah, uh, don’t mind Javi. He was just, uh, leaving.

Wait a minute. I know you. You were at the party last night.

[mockingly] And you were the entertainment. So what are you doing here, in my cousin’s room, wearing nothing but a towel?

[chuckles] I should get changed.

Yeah. [door opens, closes] All right, listen, this– this is not what it looks like, all right? I can explain.

Oh, you better. So go ahead, explain.

Yeah.

Best friends.

Best friends?

Listen, don’t be concerned about offending anybody. Best friend is a tier, not a title. Not that I’m aware of anyone else in the running.

Oh. Well, I-I did have several best friends. I guess they’ve left town by now. But that’s what texting and social media is for, huh?

Dr. Evans, you cannot watch “Drag Race” with an avatar. Well, you can, but it would be a different experience. Bonding over who should sashay away is sacred.

Leo, you’re still my patient.

I haven’t had a real appointment in ages. That professional boundary has long been breached.

Yeah. I have only myself to blame for that, don’t I?

Oh, no, no, don’t think of this as some deep, dark shame. Look, I didn’t haul my tush over here with fresh pastry so you could bill me for an hour. I came here because something wonderful happened, and… I just–I just wanted to share it with you.

Tell me what happened.

Javi and I got back together. [chuckles] [soft music]

I can’t believe you, man.

Listen, man, you got it all wrong, all right? I can explain.

Oh, this should be good.

Yeah, okay? I-I, um– I forgot my scarf at the bachelor party.

Oh, your scarf.

Yeah, my scarf, okay? And Savannah was nice enough to bring it to me. The problem was, when she got here, she’d been drinking, so… Yeah–So I didn’t think it was smart for her to drive, and I thought it was best if she spent the night here. [dramatic music]

So she spent the night? Where exactly?

[scoffs]

[ominous music]

You and Jada planned on getting married today? Don’t tell me it slipped your mind.

We never set a date. We only talked about getting married today… right before I saw you with Arnold.

The beginning of your stay in my lovely home.

How the hell did you know about our plans?

Because your bride-to-be went along with them. Jada is getting married today.

I have to admit– I was surprised at how much Rafe was enjoying his bachelor party.

Yeah, well, I guess everyone gets a little wild the night before their wedding, right, Commissioner?

I suppose. [knock at door]

Mm, I’ll get it.

Mm-hmm. [door opens] There you are.

Hey! Oh! Sorry for the delay. I, um–I stopped by the “Body & Soul” studio on the way here. And not to brag, but your glam squad scored some Hollywood-level cosmetics for your big day.

Mm.

[chuckles] Not that you need it. You are already the most beautiful bride in the world.

Well, given how I feel, that is debatable.

Oh, don’t be ridiculous. I’m just taking your look to the next level.

Well, if you’re all set here, I’ll meet you both at St. Luke’s.

Oh, you’re leaving?

I just have to take care of something. But don’t worry–I promise I’ll be back in plenty of time to watch you and my brother tie the knot.

Okay.

Okay. [light music]

Jada’s getting married today. [scoffs] You’re out of your mind. She’s out there following every lead, knocking on every door, looking for me.

Rafe, Rafe, Rafe, look, I know that you’re rattled, but it’s still a bit concerning to me that you don’t recall what I told you when this first came up. And that is, Jada is not looking for you because she doesn’t think you’re missing, which means she’s had plenty of time to plan her wedding to… [dramatic music]

Arnold.

[imitates gunshots]

I didn’t want Savannah driving home, so I thought it was best that she sleep in my bed. I slept on the floor, of course. Isn’t that right?

That’s right. Rafe was a perfect gentleman.

So you’re saying nothing happened between you two?

Yeah, that’s exactly what I’m saying.

Yeah, well, there’s just one problem. I don’t believe a word of it. So just fess up and say you guys slept together. [soft music]

Gabi. To what do I owe the pleasure?

Believe me, the pleasure is all mine.

So how are you feeling?

Well, a little more human now that I’m on my third cup. [chuckles]

I wasn’t talking about your hangover. I mean, how are you feeling? Any butterflies?

No, no, I’m–I’m not nervous. I mean, no more than anybody would be before their wedding. You know, I have done this before, after all.

Right.

Yeah.

Everett. Or, um, Bobby, technically.

Yeah. I mean… that marriage, it didn’t end how I had hoped.

Oh.

But if there was one silver lining through that whole disaster, it’s that it brought you and me closer, so… Uh, I mean, having you as my maid of honor, it just really feels so right.

I love you, Jada.

I love you, too.

You’re sick. You’re a sick bastard. I will make you pay for this, EJ.

Don’t blame me. Blame your fiancée. This could have all been avoided had she not conspired with the mayor to have me fired. When you cross a DiMera, there will be a reprisal. If you take a shot at the king, as they say.

And this is your revenge? This is your revenge? Marrying an unsuspecting woman off to a maniac? What do you think’s gonna happen on their wedding night?

Relax. Arnold Feniger is not sleeping with anyone today.

Okay, fine. We had sex, okay? Why are you making such a big deal out of it?

Are you kidding me? You’re getting married to Jada in, like, four hours. You proposed to her with my mother’s engagement ring– you know, the one she left to you instead of me so that you can give it to the love of your life.

So?

So? So now you’re making a mockery of that gift by sleeping with a stripper.

Whoa.

I am an exotic dancer, thank you very much. And for the record, I didn’t cheat on anyone. So, if there’s no breakfast coming, then I’ll just leave and spare myself your judgment. [dramatic music]

[door slams]

Wow.

How could you do this to Jada?

I can see that you’re upset.

Yeah, damn right, I’m upset.

Yeah, well, get over it. Get over it, because you are not gonna breathe a word of this to anyone. Do you hear me?

So, then after all the details about the new “Body & Soul” storyline show up in Lady Whistleblower’s column…

Oh, the one about devil possession?

Well, you know what they say– imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. So, anyway, then I head over to Javi’s place, where I find him in bed with Kerry, who I blow the whistle on just in time, because five minutes later, a different whistle of Kerry’s would have been blown, if you catch my drift.

Well, subtlety was never your long suit.

Point is, Javi then throws Kerry’s sorry ass out of the house. It was incredible. Better than “Waiting to Exhale.” Full-on Angela Bassett walking away from that cheating bastard’s car after setting it on fire. So then, Dr. Evans, Javi takes me into this big romantic kiss. It was everything.

I’m so glad it worked out.

Oh, I’m not done. Then I spent the night, and we had sex–lots and lots of sex.

Are you sure that was a good idea?

Not a good idea? I thought sex was like Paris– always a good idea.

Paris, yes. Sex, not always. The last time you behaved so–so hastily, it ended up badly for both of you.

Mm, that breakup had nothing to do with our relationship speedometer, as you know all too well, because I kvetched to you about it endlessly. It’s because I accused Javi of spying on me.

I know. I’ve told you so many times– you can’t build a relationship on a faulty foundation.

So are you saying my relationship is doomed? [dramatic music]

May I say, wow… you look amazing.

So do you. [chuckles] I mean thank you.

So where are you off to looking so gorgeous?

My brother’s wedding.

Right, that’s today. Not that I’m not happy to see you, but, uh… what are you doing here?

Excuse me?

It’s just, aren’t you a little busy?

I most certainly am. Well, I’ve been helping Jada get ready and putting out fires all morning. I’m exhausted.

I’ll bet.

[chuckles] But there is one very important detail that I totally forgot to take care of, which I hope that you can help me rectify.

Whatever you need.

It’s about my plus-one.

Your plus-one?

Well, someone needs to be mine, and… I was hoping that someone could be you. [romantic music]

[humming] Mm, mm-hmm. Are you still not feeling up for this?

No, no, I’m feeling much better now. Thanks.

Oh, okay, good. After everything you and Rafe went through this past year, you must be so happy to finally be getting married.

Yeah. Yeah, it’s amazing. [chuckles]

Jada, what’s wrong?

Nothing, nothing. I’m fine.

You might have been able to fool Gabi but not me. Talk to me.

It’s–it’s stupid. It’s just that I haven’t heard from Rafe, you know? I mean, I know he wanted to be traditional and sleep apart the night before the wedding, but… I thought that I would for sure get a call from him at least before we walked down the aisle.

I already gave you my word that Arnold wouldn’t lay a hand on Jada.

You know what that monster did to Sami. How the hell could you let this happen to someone else?

I will never let that happen again! I made sure of it!

How, EJ? How? Jada thinks that she is marrying me. You don’t think that she’s going to want to be with her husband on her wedding night? Oh, and, what, Arnold’s just going to be like, oh, no, it’s okay? You need to stop this, EJ.

Settle down, Rafe. I’ve taken all of this into account. Before the happy couple heads up to the honeymoon suite, all of Salem is going to receive some very distressing news.

What news?

Oh, I didn’t mention it? Jada Hunter is gonna be outed as a corrupt cop. [dramatic music]

I thought it was kind of adorable that Rafe wanted to spend the night somewhere else.

So did I, but just because we slept apart the night before, you know, I thought I would at least get a text good night. I mean, I understand him not wanting to see me before the ceremony, but… I don’t know. I just– I feel like I’m being ghosted.

Well, this may come as a surprise to you, but that phone of yours, it works both ways. Did you call him?

[sighs] Fair enough. [chuckles]

Besides, it’s still early. I bet Javi is putting him through the ringer, trying to make him look presentable. I mean, I’m sure he’ll call you as soon as he can.

Yeah, but… it’s not just about some silly text or phone call.

Then what is this about?

It’s just that… something’s been really off about Rafe lately.

Are you kidding me, Rafael? You want me to keep quiet about the fact that you cheated on your fiancée?

Exactly. Fiancée. Fiancée. We are not married, so no commandments were broken. And besides, it’s not your secret to tell.

Oh, s-so, what? So, no harm, no foul? How could you hurt Jada like this?

I didn’t hurt her, all right? I didn’t hurt her because she doesn’t know about it. What are you going to do, huh? Are you going to tell Jada, huh? You going to ruin her big day, my big day? Because of what? Because of a little extracurricular activity at a bachelor party?

This isn’t some ’80s movie. Most bachelor parties don’t end up with the groom having sex with someone else.

Yeah, you said you never even went to a bachelor party. From where I stand, that actually was pretty tame. I mean, it’s not like the stripper died or anything.

Oh, my God.

It was a joke, okay? A joke. The bottom line is this– it is not unusual for people to sow their wild oats before they settle down, all right?

This just doesn’t seem like you.

Okay. Well, agree to disagree. The bottom line is this– you do not breathe a word about this. You hear me? Not one.

I never said your relationship was doomed.

Well, you may as well have. Dr. Evans, I’d think you’d be a little more encouraging. Javi and I finally put this Lady Whistleblower business behind us, and it just felt right. Why would we wait after being apart for so long? [gasps] You know what I think? I think you’re projecting.

I beg your pardon?

Oh, that’s right. I remember all the terms you taught me in therapy. I’m telling you about Javi and me, but you’re thinking about walking in on Belle and EJ. Projecting.

You’re right.

And another thing, if you– I’m what?

You’re right. You’re right. Yeah, I was–I was thinking about you and Javi, and I was–I was concerned that you might get hurt… because I don’t want that to happen, because I– I care so much about you.

[scoffs] Sort of like a… best friend?

[scoffs] Best friends. You and your best friends. Yes, just like best friends.

Come here. Come here.

[chuckles]

So what happened? Someone cancel on you?

No, I was gonna ask you earlier.

Well, then why didn’t you?

Because I lost my damn nerve. [chuckles] Uh… I– Look, we haven’t been seeing each other for very long, and I know being my date to my family wedding is sort of a big deal. I was worried that you might think I was rushing things.

Well, I’ll admit– I was, uh… wondering whether you were going to ask… and what it would mean.

Or we could disregard any meaning this might have. And it’s just a party… a very elegant party where people will profess their love to each other in front of all my family…

Hmm.

But a party, nonetheless. And, uh, maybe it’s just as simple as, I like you, and you like me. And it would be really fun to go together. So what do you say? You want to be my date?

I don’t like this. In fact, I hate it.

All right, well, noted. [chuckles] But you’ll still do me this solid, right? Hey, we’re family. We’re family, and family looks out for each other, right? Come on, huh?

Jada’s my family now, too.

What are you– Where you going?

You can get ready without me.

All right, but you’re not going to say anything, right?

No. I won’t.

All right.

God, help me.

All right, well, I’ll see you at St. Luke’s. [dramatic music] [door closes] [sighs]

[sighs]

What do you mean something’s off with Rafe?

He’s just been different… for a while now.

How so?

Well, like the fact that he was getting all handsy with the dancer last night… that was just so not him.

Yeah, I mean, I didn’t love that.

Me neither. And the fact that he hired EJ as a client– He can’t stand that man. He hates him like poison. Why on Earth would he want to work with him?

Well, didn’t he say that he was trying to get some extra cash for the wedding? That’s kind of sweet, if you think about it that way.

Yeah, yeah, and–and I did appreciate that gesture, but… Okay, Black Patch is not short on clients. He didn’t tell Steve, and he didn’t even tell me. It’s just–it’s so weird. And then EJ practically lost his job because of me. But he’s totally fine hiring my fiancé? Something about this doesn’t add up.

I don’t blame you for needing me to put the pieces together. You do have a lot on your mind, after all. So I will tell you how this is going to work. Jada will lose her job. That will then allow Mayor Price to reappoint you– oh, well, Arnold. Arnold will then convince Paulina to reinstate me as district attorney. I will have a job. Rafe will have a job. Jada will be the only one out on the street.

There’s only one problem with your plan.

Hmm?

Jada’s not a dirty cop.

Mm. Neither were you. Me and Ava Vitali manufactured enough evidence to do a real good number on your reputation. I mean, I’m not Ava’s biggest fan, but a good idea is a good idea. When all is said and done, Jada will be toxic.

There’s no way you’re gonna get away with this, you know.

Would it be cliché to say I already have? Because… Now, there is somewhere that I must be. So if you want to enjoy any of this, I suggest you open wide. Choo-choo! [imitates train chugging]

Aah!

Well, Gabi, you’re right. We haven’t been seeing each other for very long, and as–as much as we want to downplay it, it is kind of a big deal for me to go with you to your brother’s wedding.

[chuckles] Oh, my God. I’m such an idiot. I’m sorry. I’ll go.

No, no. I didn’t say no.

Oh.

I like that it’s kind of a big deal. And I want to go with you.

I want you to go with me, too. [soft music]

[cell phone ringing]

That’s the DA.

Okay.

I got to take this. Deveraux. No, I’m off today. Wait, it got moved? Since when? Yeah, I can be there. Give me an hour. Damn it.

I have a feeling you’re not going to be my plus-one after all.

That was the ADA, prosecuting a perp I arrested a while back. The trial wasn’t supposed to be for a few weeks, but it got moved up.

And you have to be there.

Yeah. Belle needs Shawn and me to testify. Hey, I’m–I’m sorry.

You don’t need to apologize. I sprung this on you out of nowhere.

Yeah, but I’d much rather be spending the day with you than taking the stand.

Well, not exactly a high bar.

Let me try that again. Um, I’d much rather be with you than doing anything else.

Hmm. Well, it’s all right. You know, my brother being on the force for so long, if there’s one thing that I have realized, it’s that justice never takes a day off. I have to go. Uh, I will save you a piece of cake.

Hey, Gabi…

Even though I can’t go, I, uh… I know that even being asked was a big step. And, well… I like that for us.

So do I.

Ah, isn’t this the most pleasant of coincidences? Mwah. I was just telling Dr. Evans– I mean my best friend, Marlena, how happy we are.

No, I’m mad at you.

Me? What? Why? Because you ruined Jada and Rafael’s wedding. [dramatic music]

Look, I get that Rafe has been acting a little strangely lately. And I don’t blame you for overthinking all of this.

What do you mean?

Well, not to bring up the Everett in the room again, but the last time you were married, you got blindsided when the groom was experiencing a literal personality change. So… [chuckles] No wonder you’re a little sensitive when it comes to Rafe cutting loose. [cell phone vibrating]

It’s Rafe.

Ah. See, told you he didn’t let you down.

Hello?

Hey, baby. Sorry I didn’t hit you sooner.

Oh, it didn’t even cross my mind.

Well, I just wanted one last call with my gorgeous fiancée before she becomes my wife.

There’s not going to be a wedding… you son of a bitch.

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At the DiMera mansion, EJ talked to himself about keeping Rafe in the tunnels. He told himself that he had to get revenge on Jada. Johnny walked in and wondered what he was talking about. EJ said he was talking about Jada firing him. Johnny said Paulina had issues with him too. EJ advised him to keep working on his relationship with Chanel. He said he and Sami forgave each other. When Johnny noticed a tray of food, EJ said it was his food. Johnny told him he was going to Rafe’s party to which EJ said he didn’t know about. When Johnny left, EJ was afraid Arnold would ruin the plan. Paulina convinced Chanel to go to Jada’s bachelorette party. She told Chanel that she cried over Johnny enough. Shawn and Jada talked about Rachel and the fact that Child Protective Services was getting involved in her case. They also talked about Rafe’s bachelor party. Jada said she was grateful that Rafe was different from the other guys she was with. Belle showed up to take Jada to the party. While Arnold was looking at explicit videos, Javi walked in. Arnold closed the laptop. Paulina and Chanel showed up at Stephanie’s apartment for Jada’s bachelorette party. Stephanie let Chanel know that she would be there for her when it concerns Johnny. Everyone showed up at the party and started having fun.

The ladies at the bachelorette party played games and got drunk. They talked about the men they regretted being with. Gabi and Belle said they regretted being with EJ and told why they were with him. Chanel said she regretted being with Johnny and talked about Joy. Stephanie decided they should all get a change of scenery. Steve and Johnny were at the pub waiting for the bachelorette party to start. Johnny talked to Steve about Chanel. Steve said a mistake doesn’t mean the end of a marriage. He said he made plenty of mistakes with Kayla. Everyone, including EJ, showed up at the bachelor party. The guests were surprised that EJ showed up. EJ said he and Rafe called a truce since he was helping him with Sloan. Steve wasn’t happy that Rafe took a case without letting him know about it, but Rafe wondered why it was a big deal. Steve reminded him that it was his and John’s business. When Rafe told him to relax, Steve was more upset. Rafe wondered if he was being threatened. Shawn and Javi stopped Steve from going after Rafe. Johnny suggested that EJ leave. Rafe agreed with him. When Arnold and EJ were alone, Arnold let him know that the night was ruined. EJ said he was playing a dangerous game with Rafe’s friends. He told Arnold that he needed to keep his eyes on the prize and remember that he wanted to get revenge on Jada. A stripper showed up at the bachelor party. When she performed for Arnold, the ladies at the bachelorette party showed up. Jada asked if he was having a good time. Arnold said he wanted her to give him the lap dance. Gabi wondered why EJ was at the party. Johnny told Chanel that he was surprised that she was there. She told him to leave her alone because he was Joy’s problem now. Paulina wanted to go after her, but Shawn told her he was the only sober one there and knew what she was going through. EJ took Belle home. They got into an argument which led to them making out. Shawn found Chanel at a bar drinking. She ended up kissing him.

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Days Short Recap Monday, January 27, 2025

Posted on January 29, 2025February 2, 2025 by Michele and Cheryl

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Holly apologized to Doug for showing up at the Horton house. She talked to him about her drama with Tate and Sophia. Doug tried to calm her down as she started getting excited about the situation. She felt like the baby would never be out of Tate’s life, and he could still marry Sophia. Tate reminds her that she’s dealing with a lot. They had a close moment when he held her, but he ended the hug when the doorbell rang. Leo arrived at the house to talk about the necklace. He tried to cover, but Doug let him know that Holly knew everything. Leo could get the necklace back, but it would cost him more than he got selling it. Doug wanted to pay Holly back first and then worry about the necklace. He wanted a job so Leo suggested he work for him as his assistant. Sophia looked through flyers about Rachel being missing when Tate arrived. He let her know that there hasn’t been any news about Rachel. Tate suggested they split up to search, but she wanted to talk about the adoption. She wondered if they could give the baby up for adoption with or without her mother’s approval. Sophia said she would be 18 before the baby was born so her mother didn’t need to know about the adoption. Tate wasn’t sure that was a good idea because she couldn’t explain why she didn’t have the baby after she gave birth to it. Sophia felt like it would be too late for her mother to do anything about it. He thought they would decide not to pay for her to go to college. Sophia wasn’t too worried about it because she could support herself if she got disowned. Tate suggested they give the baby to a couple her mother would like. Sophia thought they would have to be super religious for her to approve of them.

Ava arrived at the Blake house and got distracted by Rachel’s stuffed snake. The distraction allowed Rachel and the woman in white to sneak up on her. They attacked her with a candlestick. Brady checked his messages, but Ava’s message cut off before he could hear it. He tried to call Ava back, but he didn’t get an answer. The woman in white heard Ava’s phone ringing and let it go to voicemail. Rachel wanted to know if Ava was dead. The woman told her that she was alive. She thought it was better that Rachel’s parents could get back together without Ava being in the way. Rachel thought things would be okay until she woke up. The woman in white suggested they come up with a new plan for Ava so Rachel could get what she wanted. Brady went to Kristen’s place to tell her that JJ didn’t find anything. Kristen informed Brady that EJ was supportive of her even though they aren’t blood related. She said that EJ was interested in the Blake family. Kristen said that her scrapbook was missing. Brady realized that Rachel took the book. If Rachel took it, that might be a clue. They realized that Aremid isn’t that far and rushed out. Brady and Kristen arrived at the house, but it looked empty. He noticed Rachel’s shoe and pulled it from under a sheet. They found Rachel, and she was happy to see her parents. Brady and Kristen were thankful they found Rachel, but they wished she said where she was going. They assumed she was alone, but she said she had her snake with her. Kristen informed her daughter that she was in trouble, and they would talk when they left. Rachel went back inside to let the woman in white that her parents found her. The plan could still work for them. Rachel had to take Ava’s phone, and the woman would take care of Ava.

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Days Transcript Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Posted on January 29, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

I understand perfectly, Mayor Price, but it’s exactly like I told you last night– your daughter, she’s fine. Yes, yes, I promise you, you have nothing to worry about. No. No, no. Please, don’t say anything to Johnny. All right, Chanel, she specifically said she didn’t want Johnny to know where she stayed the night last night. [soft apprehensive music]

Oh. Morning, Johnny.

Hey, Aunt Kristen, I heard you guys found Rachel and brought her home.

Yes, we did.

Thank God. Where’d you end up finding her? Is she okay?

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, she’s fine. She’s fine. I just–I really wish she was a bit sorrier for what she put us through. But our Rachel is not big on contrition.

Yeah, well, I doubt I was, either, at her age.

Yeah, nor was I. Nor am I even now, quite honestly. Oh, God, for what felt like eternity, I thought I was never gonna see her again. So I am tremendously relieved, obviously.

I can imagine. So where did you end up finding her?

Oh, our resourceful little girl holed herself up in my family’s vacation home in Aremid. [phone ringing] [soft suspenseful music]

Hello?

It’s me.

Rachel? – Yeah. I’m just calling to check on Ava.

Oh, she’s doing just fine, dear. We’re just having a lovely breakfast.

Ava, hey. It’s Brady again. Listen, I’m wondering why you’re not returning my calls. Please call me back as soon as you get this, ’cause I’m starting to worry.

Everything all right?

Yeah, I’m just trying to get ahold of Ava and let her know the good news about Rachel. I’m hoping she’ll call me back soon.

Yeah. Well, while we’re waiting, would you like some coffee? I made a big pot.

No, I’m good. Thank you.

Well, that’d be more for Belle. I suspect she might need some.

Why is that?

Oh, she went to Jada’s bachelorette party last night, and she’s still in bed. I guess she came in pretty late.

[groaning] Ugh, my head. I don’t think I’ve ever felt this bad. I stand corrected. [soft orchestration]

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EJ, wake up. EJ. EJ, wake up.

What the hell? [grunts]

My sentiments exactly. How did this happen?

What? What?

How did this happen?

Give me a moment to collect myself. [groans] Ugh. I don’t do well in the mornings, especially after a pillow attack. [soft quirky music] Do you hear that banging as well?

EJ!

All right, all right, all right. Let me think. Everything’s just a little bit foggy. Okay, I remember one minute we were arguing in the living room. The next minute, we were ripping each other’s clothes off… in here.

Damn it, EJ, I know that. The question is, how did this happen? I mean, how did I ever sleep with you again, after I just told a room full of women that you were my biggest regret? Ugh.

Thank you, Mayor Price. I’m sure Chanel will appreciate you keeping this quiet. Oh, you wanna speak to her? Um. You know what? I, uh… I’m sorry, I think that she’s still asleep. Yeah, yeah. Yeah, I can have her call you as soon as she wakes up. Okay. Okay, bye.

Thank you for covering for me. I am not in the mood to deal with Mama right now.

I figured you’d need this.

Yes. More than you can imagine. You know, it is pretty pathetic. I used to be able to party all night and then wake up perfectly fine for Dr. Selbo’s 8:00 a.m. seminars, and now I am just completely destroyed after a couple of rounds of Jell-O shots.

Mm, from what I heard, I think it was a– a little more than a couple of rounds.

Yeah. Yeah, I don’t know. Must’ve been.

So… what do you remember about last night?

I–well, I remember that we were at the bachelorette, and then that led to us crashing the bachelor party. And then I remember I fought with Johnny, and then I ran off to the Small Bar. And then after that, it just kind of goes blank. But then you showed up at some point. I remember that. And then I remember… well, that I kissed you. And then it just kind of goes pretty blank again after that. And then I remember waking up here, and I was– I’m in what, obviously, is your t-shirt. And so I guess that just– it begs the obvious question– Shawn, did you and I have sex last night?

So, Rachel made it all the way to Aremid?

Mm-hmm. She’s gonna be the death of me.

How’d she even know about that place? Had you taken her there when she was younger?

No. No, never. I mean, I haven’t been there myself in decades. No one has. She found a scrapbook I had of– it was all about my parents and my brother, Peter– had all this information about our summer home in Aremid. It’s time we spent as a family. This is before my parents passed away and Peter and I were adopted by Stefano.

Yeah, I do think I remember my mom mentioning something about the old Blake house?

Mm-hmm. Yeah. That’s where your Uncle Peter married Jennifer in the ’90s. And it’s also where your Uncle Andre set John up for his own murder.

Wow.

Yes. “Wow” is right.

A lot of drama went down at that house.

[laughs] Yes. Yes, it did. But, I mean, the most dramatic surprise was discovering that my mother hadn’t died in an accident when I was a kid, that she was still alive and she was just roaming around all by herself in that creepy old home. – Enough about Ava. Tell me, Rachel, how did your plan go? Were your mother and father so happy to have you back that they fell into each other’s arms?

Not even close.

Oh. I’m sorry to hear that. But be patient. Now that we have the biggest obstacle out of the way, it’s only a matter of time before you’re one big, happy family again. [tense music]

Rachel got all the way to Aremid by herself?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s our little girl– she’s just smart, resourceful, and defiant as hell.

Well, thank God nothing bad happened to her. Did she say why she went? [soft music]

Actually, she did. She admitted that she thought if she ran away, it would reunite her mother and me.

Yeah. I should have guessed that was the reason.

Well, it was. I think this ordeal has proved that Rachel needs a little bit of therapy.

I agree. In fact, I got that number that you wanted. She’s a wonderful child therapist. Her name is Jillian Chong, and I will text you her information.

Thank you for doing that. I was gonna go see Rachel. I’ll probably call the doctor on the way over there. Oh, Kristen and I, we are gonna need all the help we can get when it comes to that little girl.

Make sure you keep an eye on Ava. She’s very sneaky.

Like I said last night, I’ll take care of Ava. You just concentrate on getting your parents back together again.

Okay, I will. Bye.

Sweet little girl, that Rachel. You must be hungry. Do you want some breakfast? If I remove that, will you play nice? You try and scream, it’ll be wasting your breath. This house has been haunted. Everyone thinks it’s been haunted for years. So no one ever comes around anymore, except maybe the parrot man. And he won’t be of any help. He’s completely out of his gourd.

What was Rachel doing here with you? Why was she here?

She was here to get my help. That poor, troubled girl just wants her parents back together. I’m keeping you from interfering.

Why do you care? Who the hell are you?

That must have been quite a shock, right, finding out your mother was still alive?

Yeah, it was. It really, really was. But, yeah, everyone thought she was a ghost haunting the mansion. I mean, people referred to her as “the woman in white.” She, um–she used to wear this heavy veil around her face because she was scarred from an explosion.

But you eventually– you realized she wasn’t just some phantom of Aremid, right?

Yes. Yes, yes, yes. No, I mean, but she– but initially, I mean, Peter and I, we didn’t recognize her as our mother.

She didn’t say anything to you? Did she at least recognize you guys?

No. No, she was too frightened and confused. I mean, her memories were jumbled. I mean, eventually, she did get them back. And, well, I was very grateful to have that extra time with her– short-lived, though, as it was.

What happened?

A couple of months after we found her, she and your nonno had this confrontation in Paris. The tunnels collapsed. And both were thought to have perished, except later we found out that Stefano had found a way out. Unfortunately, my mother did not.

No, Chanel. No, we didn’t sleep together.

Oh, thank God. Okay, so then what did happen?

Well, after you kissed me, I tried to convince you to let me take you home, but you resisted. No, you said you didn’t wanna go home because you didn’t wanna get a lecture from your mom, so I brought you back here, gave you a glass of water, gave you that t-shirt. And then, this morning, I gave you that cup of coffee.

And that’s it?

Yeah, that’s it. [soft music]

So you told a roomful of women I was your biggest regret?

I did.

Just out of the blue, you made this pronouncement?

No, not out of the blue. It was a–it was a game at a bachelorette party, and everyone had to say a hookup that they regretted, and we all took turns.

Ah. Ah. And I would venture to say that in your case, it had nothing to do with not enjoying said hookup.

Uh, it had everything to do with wishing it never happened. And just FYI, Gabi also named you.

I see. Well, FYI, I didn’t hear any complaints from either of you at the time.

Oh, well, we didn’t wanna hurt your feelings.

[laughs] Oh, right– such thoughtful, sensitive women, you and Gabi.

Yes, we are, especially with very thin-skinned men like you who have very, very fragile egos.

Yeah, right. But I’m wondering, my fragile ego aside, if I was so regrettable, why did you allow me to take you home last night?

You offered.

You didn’t have to say yes.

Well, I needed a ride.

[laughs] Oh, come now, Belle. Any number of people could have given you a ride. And not to mention, you also pointed out last night that you could have got a cab or a rideshare.

And if I would have been sober, I certainly would have. [soft quirky music]

No, I don’t think so. I think you wanted me to take you home because you wanted this to happen.

Oh, right, and you didn’t.

We weren’t talking about me.

Well, now we are. Did you or did you not want this to happen?

Why would I want to sleep with you? You stole my job.

Oh, okay, so I get one over on you, and then you get one over on me? Got it.

So I seduced you out of revenge?

Well, it is totally in character.

Perhaps. [clears throat] But in this case, I didn’t have to do much seducing, as it turns out, because you were the one who kissed me first.

And you are the one who started taking all of my clothes off.

I was caught up in the moment.

Well, so was I.

Who am I? Hmm. Well, I guess I’m just a woman who believes that families shouldn’t be separated.

I have a family too. I have a son named Tripp. And he was taken from me when he was born. And I wouldn’t wish that kind of torture on my worst enemy. [soft suspenseful music] But I found him. And now we are spending every moment we can making up for lost time.

I know what that’s like. My children were taken from me as well.

Please, then let me go. Tripp just got engaged to his girlfriend, Wendy, at Christmastime, and they’re gonna get married in Hong Kong. And I have to be there. I have to. I have missed so many of the important moments in his life. I cannot miss that too.

Oh, Ava, I do feel for you. But letting you go will only hurt Rachel. You’ve already hurt her so much, coming between her parents. It was very selfish of you.

I wasn’t selfish, I swear. Look, I tried to break things off with Brady. I told him that Rachel needed to come first, and he wouldn’t listen, okay? He was the one who wouldn’t let me break it off with him.

Well, maybe you shouldn’t have let him get his way. Maybe you should have just disappeared, like you’re going to do now.

Aunt Kristen told me you guys tracked Rachel down at Aremid. That’s great news. I’m glad you guys got her home safe and sound.

Yeah, thank God we did.

Uh…so, have a seat. You want–you want some coffee?

No, no, no, no. I actually have to take Rachel to an appointment for her therapy in an hour.

You are? When were you gonna tell me?

I was about to. Listen, Marlena made a recommendation for a therapist, and I called the doctor on the way over, and she had a last-minute opening.

Okay, great, great, great. Well, I wanna be there, so I’m gonna have Rita clear my morning schedule.

Kristen, it’s okay. It’s not necessary. I can take her by myself.

Brady, I said I wanna be there. So you and I, afterwards, we’ll sit down and figure out, aside from getting her therapy, what else we can do to help our daughter. Especially now that Child Protective Services have been contacted. [soft tense music] Unless you have plans with your girlfriend, Ava?

You’re dating Ava now?

Yeah. Yeah, I am. And, no, I don’t have plans with Ava. But I will– as soon as I can reach her.

God, Shawn, I am so sorry I came on to you last night. I am so embarrassed.

Come on. Don’t be. I know you’re going through a really rough time.

Yeah, but still, it was completely inappropriate. I mean, yes, I am furious at Johnny, but he is still my husband. And my wedding vows, they meant something to me, even though they didn’t mean anything to him.

Okay, Chanel, I know that this is probably none of my business, but I’m just gonna go ahead, and I’m gonna say it– I think that last part, I don’t think it’s true. Okay, look, come on, all right, there is no arguing that my cousin screwed up big time. He screwed up. But when I was hanging out with him at the bachelor party, you could tell– you could tell that he deeply regretted what he did. I’m telling you, the guy is miserable without you.

Well, he should have thought about that before he–

What? Before he got drunk and he made a mistake? [soft music] Look, again, I know that this is none of my business. I’m just gonna throw it out there. Maybe if you could just, I don’t know, try to focus on all the good things about your relationship with Johnny– you know, think about all the great times the two of you have had together instead of being fixated on the one mistake that he made. I don’t know, you might be able to find it in your heart to forgive him.

Ah. [both groan] So, who’s to blame for round two?

You, obviously.

[laughs]

Oh, don’t do that.

Don’t what?

Don’t. This is serious. We have made a huge mistake.

A huge mistake, how so? We’re consenting adults. We’re both single.

Okay, but I remember when Sami found out about us the first time, and she was mad. Do you really wanna face her wrath again?

I don’t get it.

What don’t you get?

Well, as I recall, you and I have made jokes about Samantha finding out about us and her ballistic response, as only Samantha can. And why are you so serious about it now?

I have never joked about Sami finding out about us.

You’re obviously suppressing that memory.

Uh, your memory is totally false.

Okay. Okay. Well, since you can’t handle the potential wrath of Samantha, why don’t we just call the whole thing off?

Fine. Good. Go. Leave.

I was going to anyways. I have to attend to an urgent matter.

Well, I thought you might– [soft dramatic music]

[soft tense music]

How could you do this? I don’t understand.

[sputters] I am a grown woman, Mom. And you know, you could knock before you come in my room.

I thought you were alone.

And I thought you were at the office.

I’m working from home. Look, I’m sorry that I barged in. I just–I didn’t know any of this was going on. And I don’t know what to call it– you know what? Yes, I do know what to call it. Belle, I am so disappointed in you. I never thought you would get involved with this immoral man again. You know who he is. You know what he does. You know how he hurts people. You know how he hurt your brother. Look… if you’re gonna keep on seeing him, you may not do this in my home. I will not have it.

Look, Shawn, I really do appreciate your take on this, and I can tell that your heart is in the right place, but I don’t think you really understand what happened, okay? It’s not just about the fact that Johnny betrayed me when he almost had sex with Joy, but it’s also about the cover-up. He lied to me about it for months.

I get it, all right? It’s no secret that Belle cheated on me when we were married, more than once. So I get what you’re going through. But, I mean, I hate to say that I’ve been in Johnny’s shoes too.

Oh, yeah, right. I heard about you and Talia.

Yeah. Yeah, that was a terrible mistake. I hated myself for hurting Belle. And I can tell– I can tell that Johnny is carrying around that same type of guilt, which is why I can’t help but to feel for him too.

Yeah, I get that, okay? But, hey, since you brought it up– I mean, you and Belle, you had such a strong and loving relationship. And if you guys couldn’t make your marriage work, then what hope do Johnny and I have?

Look, well, there were a lot of factors that led to our divorce. But if I knew– if I knew that there was a remote possibility of our marriage working out, I would have kept fighting. But, in the end, it just– just too much damage that was done, couldn’t repair it.

I’m sorry. Sorry to hear that, Shawn.

So what about you? Think that’s the same case with you and Johnny?

I’m…not sure.

Okay, well, then, I think that you should take my advice, because even if there is the slightest chance that you two could work your marriage out, Chanel, you gotta go for it. You gotta fix it. You gotta fix it before it’s too late.

As soon as you can reach her? Brady, it’s 2025. I mean, if you can’t reach someone, obviously, they’re either ghosting you or they’re dead.

Yeah, that’s funny.

No, seriously. Is your new girlfriend ghosting you?

Will you leave it alone? Just stop.

I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I know how hurtful it is to be neglected. I mean, maybe Ava just needs some space. Or could it be maybe you’re being a little too needy, a little too clingy?

When’s the–when’s the last time you heard from Ava?

Johnny, it was a voicemail. And I couldn’t really understand what she was saying on it because the reception was bad.

Okay, well– I don’t know, you wanna play it back? Maybe we can figure it out.

Sure. Give it a try. Cool. – Brady, it’s Ava. You need to call me back as soon as you get this. [static crackling]

Yeah, I mean, it definitely sounds urgent, but I’m sorry, I can’t make it out. Have you tried calling her back?

Yeah, multiple times. I’ve texted her, and I haven’t gotten a response. I was gonna have Steve try to enhance the audio on it, but– I’ll tell you what, if I don’t hear from her soon, I’m gonna call the cops. [soft tense music]

All right, listen up, you old crone. I’ve tried to be reasonable about this, but I’m out of patience now.

Are we playing good captive, bad captive now?

You obviously have no idea who you are messing with. So let me enlighten you. I can have you killed with one phone call, and then you’re gonna be haunting these halls for real.

You know, Ava, I used to know a man just like you. He was very powerful and made all kinds of threats. And for years, for a long time, I would cower in fear. But then one day, I finally stood up to him. And I realized there was nothing to fear– nothing at all. So you can threaten me all you like, doesn’t faze me one bit.

It’s fine. Because Brady is going to be coming through those doors any moment to rescue me.

Ooh, what makes you say that?

Because I left him a message. And I let him know I was coming to pick up Rachel. So as soon as he listens to that message, he’s gonna come running.

Hmm. But as he still hasn’t come to rescue you, maybe he’ll never come running. Maybe he doesn’t give a damn if he never sees you again.

All right, so I just cleared my schedule. We are all set for Rachel’s appointment. Where did Johnny go?

He said something about having to solve a missing persons case of his own.

Well, Brady, in all seriousness, I think you’re being a bit dramatic about Ava. She’s a tough cookie. She’s–I’m sure nothing happened to her. I mean, not that I care. But if it were not for you, honestly, I wouldn’t care if she dropped off the face of the Earth. But I know she is a thing for you right now, and God knows why. But, uh, I do hope that nothing’s happened to her and, well, that she gets in touch with you soon.

That almost sounded sincere.

Well, it almost was. I put a lot of effort into it. [soft suspenseful music]

Oh, stop your pouting. I know you’re upset because Brady hasn’t come to find you, but you still have to eat. Come on. Open wide.

How do I know you’re not gonna poison me?

You don’t. But if you don’t eat, you’ll starve to death.

I’ll take my chances.

Oh, well, I guess we’ll just put the gag back on again.

Open up. [phone ringing] Hello?

It’s me again. We got trouble.

What’s wrong?

Ava left a voicemail for my dad.

Yes, I heard about that.

Big problem. He just played it for my mom.

Listen, I’m going to put our guest into another room and– so I can speak freely. And when I come back, you’re gonna tell me exactly what was in that message, okay?

Well, that was awkward. Actually, no, awkward doesn’t quite capture it. That was excruciatingly embarrassing, and I don’t think I will ever live it down.

I’m very sorry, Belle.

Yeah, me too– that I didn’t lock the door, for one thing.

A wise idea.

Yes, especially in my parents’ house, where nobody ever seems to knock.

Well, I’d like to say that you’ll know better for next time, but there’s obviously not going to be a next time– not here, anyways.

Not anywhere.

Hmm.

[groans] Johnny.

Hey, Chanel.

What are you doing here? How did you get in?

Your mom let me in. I came by ’cause I was– I was just– I was worried about you. You were in pretty bad shape when you ran off last night, and I just wanted to make sure you were okay.

Well, I’m surprised that my mom didn’t slam the door in your face.

Yeah, so was I. I think she saw how concerned I was when I showed up, so she took pity on me. She insisted you were fine, but I needed to see for myself.

Yeah, well, Mama was right. Aside from a bit of a hangover, I–I’m fine.

I’m glad to hear that. [soft music] Chanel, if you don’t mind my asking… where have you been?

I spent the night with Shawn Brady.

Shawn.

Hi, Marlena. I probably should have called first, but I was in the area. Is this a bad time?

Well, I’m just getting some work done.

Oh, okay, well, then I won’t keep you. I borrowed some pictures of Rachel from Brady, and I just wanted to return them since the search is over.

Yes. Uh, thank you. I’ll make sure that he gets them. And thanks for stopping by.

Yeah. [soft tense music]

Belle?

Shawn, uh, EJ–

You don’t owe me an explanation. Your personal life, it’s none of my business. [soft tense music]

Your personal life is none of my business, either. But anyone who comes into my home is my business, and you– you are not welcome here.

Understood. I’ll be on my way.

You, uh–you slept with my cousin Shawn?

No. No, we didn’t sleep together, but I did kiss him.

I see.

It was a drunken mistake. And for the record, he did not kiss me back. He just took me home so that I could sleep it off.

Well, I guess– I guess I should thank him for looking out for you.

Well, he was looking out for you too.

What do you mean?

Well, this morning he asked me if there was any chance that I could ever forgive you. And, um… [apprehensive music] Actually did more than that. He urged me to forgive you, and I told him that I wasn’t sure if I was ready to do that.

I understand.

And then he offered me some advice. He said that if I thought that there was any chance at saving our marriage, that I should act on it before it’s too late. And I think– I think that he was right.

[groans] So good to see you, pumpkin.

You’re not mad at me anymore?

Uh, I’m not happy, honey, that you ran away. You scared me half to death. But you’re my little girl, and I’m very happy that you’re okay. And I will always love you no matter what, okay?

Can we do something fun, like go to the zoo?

Well, actually, sweetheart, honey, no, no, no. We’re gonna go to your therapy today. Remember, we talked about that?

Yeah, I do. You said I could tell them how much I hate Ava.

Well–

I’m sorry, what is that?

I think that’s what you said. All I said is that you can feel free to talk about your feelings, right?

Same thing.

Okay, why don’t you go get your winter jacket, all right?

Okay.

Kristen?

What?

Really?

No, that’s all I said. That’s all I said, Brady. [phone beeps] What is it? A text from Ava?

Yes. Finally.

Hmm. [suspenseful music]

Well, I solved your little mystery. I know why Brady hasn’t come looking for you.

Why? Did he not get my message?

Well, not all of it. Apparently, there was a bad connection and he didn’t hear you say you were coming to Aremid to fetch Rachel.

Oh, well… He’s still gonna wonder where I am when I don’t show up in Salem again.

No, he won’t. Thanks to your big mouth, I was able to help Rachel send Brady the perfect response.

“I’m sorry I haven’t returned your calls. I just landed in Hong Kong.”

Really? Really? Excuse me.

I’m sorry. I’m just curious. Why is she in Hong Kong?

It’s none of your business. I don’t know.

Well, it’s not hard to guess. She’s probably there to visit Tripp and Wendy. And maybe, just maybe, she’s kind enough to go there so that our little girl might have been inspired to come back home. I take it from your silence that I’m right. Oh, come on, Brady. What’s with the sad face? I mean, Ava–I mean, she’s going to be back soon.

No, you know? No, she’s not. It appears that she’s gonna be staying there for quite a long time because she doesn’t wanna get between my daughter and me.

Oh, dear. So is Ava breaking up with you?

Yes, she is.

Mission accomplished.