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Days of Our Lives Transcript

 

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Ava, it’s me, Harris. Happy Thanksgiving. And I’m really grateful you’re not spending it here at the station, that we were able to get you released from police custody last night. Anyway, look, I think I lost my work keys yesterday. And I was just wondering if you saw them while you were here because I cannot seem to find them anywhere.

[mysterious music] Some detective I am, huh?

[laughs] Well, I’m sure they’ll turn up. I hope we can talk later.

[phone beeps]

[knock at door]

Hello, Ava.

[dark music]

But the baby’s okay, right? He’s drinking enough formula, not crying too much?

Oh, he’s crying plenty. In fact, I’m surprised you can’t hear him, even on the other side of town.

Hmm, sounds quiet now.

Yeah, he’s just showing off for his new mom, who I’m sure is very excited that she’ll soon be holding her precious little boy in her arms.

No, yeah. I-I am excited. I–yeah, I’m just also terrified.

Sloan, you gotta stop with all the doubts and the guilt, okay? Everything is going really smoothly, and more so than I even expected. So all you have to do is keep your mouth shut.

Yeah, except–except, what if, uh, when the baby, he gets older, you know, if– what if he starts to look like them? You know, he starts to look like Eric and Nicole, and, I don’t know, someone suspects– if they do, that– that he’s their biological son?

[sighs]

[somber music]

What’s, uh– what’s that? Oh, I see the Thanksgiving lunch menu options are limited: low-sodium turkey dinner or low-sodium plant-based turkey dinner. Good news, you won’t have to choose either because you’re being discharged today. I brought your things.

What? That’s the bag I-I-I packed to go to the hospital when I went into labor. It’s–it’s got the baby’s receiving blanket, coming-home clothes, Bear Bear. And that’s–it’s Holly’s first stuffed animal that she wanted her little brother to have.

I’m sorry, sweetheart, not anymore. It just has your clothes in it. You must be tired of being in that hospital gown. Although, you do look beautiful in anything.

[chuckles]

[clears throat] Sorry to, uh, interrupt.

Dr. Pierce, do you have any updates on what caused our, um– our son’s death?

Autopsy was just completed. Uh, Mr. DiMera, maybe we can speak outside?

No. I need to know. I need to know what happened to our son.

It’s as we suspected. His death was a result of injuries sustained in the car accident.

But I– I don’t understand. After I gave birth to him, I held him. And–and he was perfect. He was fine.

So you’ve said, yes. But with internal trauma, sometimes the damage is delayed. There’s no way anyone could have known.

But I should have known. I’m his mother.

Don’t you dare blame yourself, Nicole. My nephew Dimitri caused the accident that resulted in our son’s death. And though he may be out of reach, Leo Stark is not. And that bastard will pay for this.

Huh, I guess I do have something to be thankful for today after all. You’re finally letting me out of here.

That’s not gonna happen.

Uh, I know my rights, blue eyes. You can only hold me for hours without filing charges.

Well, you’re right about that.

So you’re gonna let me go?

Wrong about that.

DA DiMera plans to charge you… with murder.

[tense music]

As you may be aware, Dr. Pierce, Leo Stark was a passenger in the vehicle that struck my wife’s. Now I’m informing you, as Salem’s district attorney, you should be prepared to testify that that vehicle and that accident was the one that caused my son’s death.

I’ll do whatever I can to help. Now if you’ll excuse me.

Wait. Please. I wanna see him. I wanna see our son.

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

[scoffs] Murder? Exactly whose murder is EJ planning on charging me with?

His son’s.

You mean Johnny? Johnny DiMera is dead?

No. Talking about Nicole’s baby.

What? Are you telling me Nicole’s baby died? No. No, that can’t be. Oh, my God, what happened to that beautiful little boy?

[sighs] Would you stop fast-forwarding to the future? Borrowing trouble, as my mom used to put it. It’s not like the baby’s gonna be a clone of Nicole or Eric. He’s gonna look like himself. And everyone will accept that he is your adopted kid, yours and Eric’s.

Okay, yeah. I’ll stop fast-forwarding. But what about now, huh? Are you sure people aren’t gonna ask questions? Nicole, Leo, and Dimitri, who were there at the birth, they saw Nicole’s baby, they know he’s healthy.

Dr. Pierce is going to explain to Nicole and EJ that their child died from internal injuries sustained in the crash and that no one at the scene could have predicted that.

God, this is so dark. How can you be so matter-of-fact about it?

I’m–I’m being practical, which you need to be too. Look, Sloan, you wanted to give Eric a baby. And that’s what I’m helping you do. And–come on, Sloan. A little gratitude, huh? This should be the happiest Thanksgiving of your life.

Yeah, it should be. I love Eric. I’ve wanted so much to give him a baby, raise a child with him. I just never thought it would happen like this.

[unsettling music]

Please. Before I go home, I… I wanna see our baby.

Mrs. DiMera, I– I don’t think that’s wise.

I don’t care what you think. You told me my baby needed an autopsy, and he was taken from me before I could hold him again. I want to hold my son one last time.

[tense music]

Mr. DiMera, surely you must agree with me that this– this is not a good idea. I’ll–I’ll give you a copy of–

You heard my wife, doctor. Bring us our son.

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

[sighs] You’re a doctor. You–you’ll figure something out.

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

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

If you insist. I’ll arrange it right away.

Stefan. Um, you here to see Wendy? I hear she’s working for you now.

No, Ava, I’m here to see you.

Me? Why?

Ava, you and I, we’re practically family, right? I mean, you were engaged to my late twin brother, Jake, and then pretended to be married to him to get your hands on his DiMera shares.

Okay, that was your wife’s idea.

Oh, no, Gabi told me all about it. She’s actually why I’m here.

I’m not following.

I’ll spell it out for you. I heard about your, uh, unfortunate incident with Gil Carter.

Yeah? Happened right over there. You a friend of his?

[chuckles] No. Didn’t even know the guy.

Oh, well, lucky you, ’cause he’s a disgusting pig, and I’m glad that he’s dead.

Okay, well, you know, I actually can’t say the same for myself.

Why not? You just said you didn’t know the guy.

I didn’t, but now that he’s dead and you need a new business partner… and unfortunately, you’re looking at him.

[dramatic music]

My new business partner? What, did you buy the Bistro?

No, no, no. This has nothing to do with the restaurant business and everything to do with the business you are running under Gil Carter’s watchful eye, for Clyde Weston.

I actually don’t–I don’t know what you’re talking about.

Ava, don’t, please. Clyde told me all about how he strong-armed you into running his entire drug operation by threatening the life of your son. And now he’s doing the same thing to me by threatening Gabi. And Gabi’s a sitting duck up at Statesville, and that son of a bitch Weston has made it abundantly clear that he will not hesitate to kill her or have her killed unless I play ball. So yeah, you and I, we’re working together, whether we like it or not.

[ominous music]

But I was there. I delivered that baby. Nicole, she was– she was so brave. And–and that little boy, he was the cutest thing I had ever seen. I–messy when he first came out, and his skin was wrinkly, but in the few seconds that I held him before I gave him to his mother… we bonded. My God, how could that little cutie have died?

Well, they believe it was internal injuries from the crash.

But I didn’t have anything to do with that. I’m the one who brought him into this world. Messy and wrinkly, yes, but he looked so healthy, so alive.

Yeah, he may have appeared healthy, but it was the delay in getting him medical treatment that apparently resulted in his death.

I don’t–I don’t understand. I mean, what was the delay? Why didn’t Dimitri get him right to the hospital?

We’re only gonna find out if he ever turns up. But if a death happens during the commission of a felony– in this case, you and Dimitri fleeing the jurisdiction in Detective Hunter’s stolen vehicle– the perpetrators can be charged with what’s called felony murder. And you… are one of the perpetrators.

I need to speak to my lawyer.

Eric, hi. Talking to Melinda.

Mm-hmm.

I was just saying how–

That you never thought you’d be a parent this way?

[giggles] Uh, Melinda, I’ll see you soon.

Yes, you will, Sloan. And when you hold your new baby in your arms, all of your worries will be behind you and your guilt. You’ll be too busy being a mom to this sweet little angel that you won’t have time to think of anything else.

Thank you for everything.

So did Melinda say when we were gonna bring home our little guy?

Actually, she did.

And?

The baby’s touched down in Salem, and Melinda’s on her way with him right now.

Rea–

Yes!

Yes! Mm!

[laughs]

Yes! Oh, my God. Congratulations, Mama.

No one’s ever called me that before.

Well, how does it feel?

Amazing. Because the baby that I’m gonna be a mother to is yours.

And the baby that I’m going to be a dad to is yours. This is really happening.

[laughs]

It is.

[sighs] And Eric, even though I’ve never been the maternal type, ever… as I’ve fallen more in love with you, I just realized that there was nothing I wanted more than to have a family with you. And I don’t even care if I’m not the biological mother.

Hey, neither do I. All that matters is that he is ours. We’re gonna love him with all our hearts. both: Mmm.

[sighs] If you don’t want to do this, EJ, I understand. It’s gonna be really hard to see our son… Our little boy. But I-I-I need to hold him one last time.

I understand.

And you–you– you never had the chance to hold him. And you should have. And I am so sorry that it has to be this way.

Yeah, me too.

I was just on my way out. What’s going on?

Well, I talked to the DiMeras, offered to show ’em the fake autopsy report. And just as I feared, they want to see the baby.

Seriously? Even though the kid’s been dead for two days?

Only as far as they know.

Oh, God.

And I tried my best to talk ’em out of it, but they– they–they insisted.

Damn.

If they start asking questions, soon it’ll become very clear that no baby was brought into the ER that night.

Well, it can’t become clear now, can it?

So what do we do?

We? You took the money. You figure it out.

None of this was my idea, Miss Trask. When you reached out to me and asked me to– to act outside my ethical obligations, I thought you were gonna ask me to prescribe some off-label weight loss drug or something.

Hey, watch it, Doctor.

No idea I’d be engaged in child trafficking.

And yet you didn’t turn on your heels and walk out on me, did you?

To my deep regret. And keep in mind, Miss Trask, if I go down, you’re going down with me.

You don’t think I get that? And since it’s obvious that you don’t have the brainpower to come up with a way not to present their dead baby to them, I guess it’s up to me.

Yeah? Well, you better think of something right now! Because they’re expecting me to walk in any minute with the remains of their little boy.

No. You won’t have to because I have a brilliant idea.

[sighs] Clyde wants me to use DiMera Enterprises to ship drugs into Salem, and he wants me to move them through the Bistro. That’s where you come in.

Yeah, well, that perv, Gil, and I, we didn’t get very far on our business plan.

Before you shot him?

You sure you wanna be my partner?

[laughs] I don’t really think I have a choice. So Clyde mentioned something about needing to get into the evidence room at Salem PD.

Yeah, yeah. He had me lift these off of Harris.

I’ll take ’em.

And do what?

I’m gonna copy ’em, and I’ll bring ’em back.

Yeah?

Yeah.

How do I know I can trust you?

Is there any other alternative, Ava? Look, I don’t know about you, but I take Clyde Weston’s threats very seriously. So I’m not gonna let him or any of his goons lay a hand on my wife. So you and I, for the foreseeable future, we’re gonna need to keep the ones we love very close and very safe. And I’ll tell you this: I’m not gonna let Clyde use me like this for long.

Okay. If I figure a way out of this before you do, I will, uh, make sure to let you know.

Thanks… partner.

[eerie music]

You know, I am so happy that we’re having a baby. I’m so happy I just want the whole world to know.

Well, what’s stopping you?

Nothing. Nothing will. Just want to wait for the right time.

Mm. Now isn’t the right time?

Well, I think you know why– I mean, us becoming parents on the heels of a terrible tragedy for Nicole?

[phone ringing]

I think this is work. I should take this.

Okay. Hey, I’m gonna go finish assembling the swing.

Sloan Petersen.

Sloan, thank God you picked up. It’s Leo. Detective Michaels just told me I’m being charged with felony murder. Did you know that Nicole’s baby died?

Yeah, I did. It’s…

[sighs] It’s awful.

Awful? Yes! My fault? No! I need you to come down here and get these ridiculous charges dropped. I’ve already missed the Macy’s Day Parade, but I can still live stream the National Dog Show if you hurry.

Look, I’ll be in touch. I-I– I’m gonna help you fight the charges.

[exhales] Thank you. Thank you.

Uh–

[knock at door] Uh, I just– I gotta go right now.

What? No, wait! I need to hear what your strategy’s gonna be, and I only get one phone call!

[sighs]

Is that…

I hope so.

[laughs]

[laughs]

Happy Thanksgiving, you two.

[soft strange music]

You look beautiful.

I thought you were the doctor, coming back with our baby.

He’ll be here soon. And then we can go home, okay? Holly will be happy to see you.

Oh. I hope she can forgive me for snapping at her when she came to visit me earlier. I mean, it was insensitive. After all, she lost her little brother.

I’m sure she will understand. You were still in shock, sweetheart.

Well, it was unkind. And I’m so grateful to have her. She’s my sweet daughter. Well, where is he? Where is our son?

I’m afraid it’s not possible for you to see him.

[sighs] Why not?

Because your baby was accidentally cremated.

Yeah, I thought I’d stop by on my break, see how you’re doing.

And I stopped by to see Ava’s son Tripp and Wendy Shin to let them know once again that they misunderstood what they saw the night Li Shin died.

Hmm, sounds like witness tampering.

[sighs] My wife is locked up in Statesville, awaiting trial for a murder she didn’t commit, so yeah, as her husband, I’m out here doing everything I can to see she goes free.

And, uh, you’re gonna have to come back another time because Wendy and Tripp, they’re not here.

Right, and we established that, and I was just leaving. Since you’re here, Detective Harris, I would like to reassert, once again, my wife’s innocence and that you should be out there trying to catch Li’s real killer.

The DA thinks we already have.

Well, my brother, amongst other things, is a pompous ass… biased and wrong.

Stefan’s pretty upset about his wife.

Yeah. No, I get it.

And, uh, um, well, enough about him. I’m glad you came by.

How you doing? How you holding up?

I’m okay.

Yeah?

Yeah.

You get my message? ‘Cause I got a little worried when I didn’t hear back from you.

I did, and I was just about to call you back when Stefan knocked on the door.

Is it hard to be back in here after what happened with Gil?

A little. But, you know, it was a hell of a lot better to be sleeping in my own bed than to be spending the night in lockup. So, um, I also wanna thank you. Thank you so much for putting in a good word with your boss. I mean, I know how much he hates me, so I’m especially grateful that he listened to you.

Well, from what I’ve seen, Rafe is a fair guy. And he said he believed you, and now when the forensics back up your story and your statement, this is all gonna be over.

[sighs] And then I guess EJ’s got no choice but to drop the charges, right?

Well, he’s, uh– he’s pretty preoccupied, you know, with his son’s death right now.

Yeah. Yeah, um, it’s– it’s terribly sad.

I can’t even imagine what he and his wife are going through.

It’s heartbreaking. Um, okay, so what do you want? What can I get you, huh? Tea, coffee, what do you want?

No, I’m good. Actually, I gotta get back…

No.

To the station, and, oh, before I forget, my keys– I still haven’t found ’em. Do you remember seeing ’em?

[mysterious music]

Okay, listen, I will meet you in the park behind the hospital after the ambulance gets here. Listen, listen, listen, listen. Think about all of the karma we are earning helping Nicole and her little baby– maybe enough to help us get away forever. The world is going to owe us one, yeah?

[laughs] You’re crazy. I love you, but you are crazy. And I’m not quite sure I like this whole you-taking-charge business.

Yeah, well, you’re gonna do it, right? Oh, God, I miss you, Dimitri. And I wish you could tell me what the hell happened to that adorable little baby.

What the bloody hell do you mean, “Our son was accidentally cremated”?

I’m gonna kill you. How could you let this happen?

It’s standard practice at this hospital that, after an autopsy is done, the decedent is sent directly to the funeral home. And I’m afraid your son’s body was mislabeled. I’m–I’m terribly, terribly sorry.

Oh, you’re sorry? You’re sorry? You think that’s good enough? This–this–this is a bloody travesty. For God’s sake, how could anyone make such a horrible, heartbreaking mistake? And why weren’t you there to stop it?

I wish I were. It was done without my knowledge. I-I-I– I’ll arrange to have the ashes delivered to you as soon as possible.

Get out.

I–I’m–

Get out!

[tense music]

[crying]

[despondent music] How? EJ… my little boy. Oh, God. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry you never got to hold him.

Me too.

[sniffling] So now we’ll just have to, um– we’ll just have to, uh, hold him in our hearts.

Are you ready to hold your baby for the very first time?

Yeah, I think Mommy should go first.

[laughs] Oh.

[gasps] Look at you.

[gasps] So precious.

[cries]

Oh, no, no. Oh, don’t cry.

Oh, and that’s his quiet cry.

[whines]

It’s okay. Oh, shh.

[shushing]

Well, I–I’ll leave you two to bond with your son.

Hey, thank you. Thank you so much.

It was my pleasure to help a friend make this happen. I’m just so glad that everything worked out.

[fussing]

Oh.

[cries]

I-I don’t know. What do you think is wrong?

I don’t know. Maybe he’s hungry or tired.

Right, well, maybe I should just make him a bottle, see if that works.

Yeah. Hey, may I?

Of course.

[crying]

[settles]

There he goes.

Oh.

Yeah. Hi there, big guy. I’m your daddy. And I love you with all my heart. seeing your keys at the station. I’m sorry.

It’s okay. I’m sure they’ll turn up. I’m sorry that we can’t spend Thanksgiving together. You know, the new guy has to pay his dues and work the holidays, so.

Yeah, I understand. Hey, before you go, though, I just want to tell you how thankful I am for you.

[soft piano music]

[knock at door]

[sighs] Oh, you again.

What, are you getting out of Dodge?

Just out of this godforsaken dump now that baby’s been delivered to his new home. So did, uh, EJ and Nicole buy your story?

[scoffs] It was your sick idea, not mine. And yeah, they bought it. But it was brutal… which is why I need more money.

Are you extorting me, Doctor?

[laughs] Go ahead, report me to the new DA. Oh, yeah. He’s the one that said heads would roll over the loss of his son.

[tense music]

Nicole, I, um– I-I-I am so sorry that this happened. And I will see to it that whoever is responsible for this will be relieved of their duties.

EJ, please don’t. Don’t. I don’t–I don’t care. Because there’s nothing anyone can do to fix this.

[mournful music] You know, when I said I wanted to hold him one last time, you want to know what I really wanted? I wanted to hold him in my arms and see him smile and…

[sighs]

[sobs] And hear him cry, but no one can make that happen.

[sobs] Oh, God, please. I wanna get out of here. Just take me home.

Come.

[crying]

You are just perfect, aren’t you?

[gurgles]

[laughs] Look at those big ol’ blue eyes. Oh, yeah.

You know, maybe he’s not hungry.

You know what I think? He’s just probably settled down now. You want to try holding him again?

[uneasy music]

Oh. Okay, sure.

Ah, there you–

Oh.

[wails]

Oh. Well, I think we’ve got a genius on our hands. I think he knows it’s me.

Oh, he doesn’t.

Uh-huh. I think he just–he knows that I have no idea what I’m doing.

Well, neither do I. He’s gonna have to learn to be patient with both of us. You know what I can do? I’m gonna get a pacifier when I step out.

Out? Where are you going?

[crying]

No, no, no, no. You can’t leave me here with him alone.

No, no, I was just gonna take him for a walk in the new stroller. Come on, let’s get out of here.

Well, I think I should stay here because I’ve got all his clothes to arrange, and– and I’ve got a delivery coming. You know, I’ve got the glider, rocker.

Right. Okay. Hey.

Mm-hmm?

You’re gonna be perfect at this. You are a natural, I promise. Thank you. Just thank you for making all this happen. Okay, see? All right, let’s go, big guy. I gotcha. All right. Let’s get out of here. You get a copy of the evidence room key?

Right here.

Great. Now I just need to fix it so Harris finds his keys.

That’s the easy part. See, the trickier part is gonna be getting into that evidence room and finding whatever they have on Clyde’s associate.

Your brother is the DA. Can’t you just find a way to work this out with him?

Believe me, I even offered him all of our DiMera shares if he got Gabi out, but he is a stubborn son of a bitch, and I got on his bad side.

Oh, and now he’s gonna make you pay for it.

In spades.

[sighs] EJ. I don’t know if I can do this.

No? What about picking up those sliders you love?

You mean the ones I was craving when I was pregnant? I just–I just thought that if I got them now, I would feel closer to him. You know, it’s crazy. I know that.

No, no, no, no, no, no, it’s not crazy at all.

[gentle music]

But then I realized, I mean, if people ask me how I’m doing, I-I-I–I’m not– I’m not sure what to tell them. I don’t know. I don’t–I–

I understand. Hey, I understand. So what if I ran in and grabbed them? It’ll only take a minute, and you can stay out here. Yeah?

Yeah, okay. I’ll be fine.

Won’t be long.

[sighs] God, I miss you, baby boy. I miss you so much.

[soft tense music]

Look, the only reason I got involved in the adoption is because I lost my job as DA, and I needed the money. And it paid well, and I was helping a friend. Then things got more complicated than I expected, and I stuck my neck out, mostly out of the goodness of my own heart.

[laughs] And such a good-hearted endeavor it’s been.

Well, you’re in no position to be judgmental, Dr. Pierce, since you went along with it all the way.

To my deep regret.

It’s a little late to have an attack of conscience, don’t you think?

You wanna know what I think?

Mm.

I think this whole scheme is sordid and depraved and rotten to the core. And I just hope to hell it doesn’t backfire on us.

Yeah, well, I am hoping the same thing and that I never see you again.

[chuckles] Fine by me.

That poor little boy.

[phone rings]

Did you reach your lawyer?

Um, before I answer that, I want you to know, for the record, that I am not sitting here as you might expect, worried about little old me getting out of this ghastly, depressing place. Instead, I am mourning the loss of that little boy that I happened to have delivered– the cutest little nose and… tiniest fingers I’d ever seen. I don’t know that I’ve ever been this sad in my entire life.

Oh, you have a heart? Is that–is that what you’re trying to say?

Yes, that’s exactly what I’m saying because aside from my boyfriend, everyone in this town just thinks I’m a shallow loser whose only real talent is being hilariously funny and charming.

Is your lawyer on her way?

Um, unfortunately, she is not. She was otherwise engaged.

Mm, it’s almost as if Baby could tell that Eric was the real father and– and that I wasn’t the real mother. My God, I am losing it. I’m talking to a stuffed bear. What if I’m not cut out for this? What if I just made the biggest mistake of my life?

[phone beeps] Oh, Melinda texted. She said it’s all gonna be all right, so it’s all gonna be all right, right?

[knock at door] Oh, that’s probably the rocker right there.

[suspenseful music]

[exhales heavily]

I’m back.

Hey, I thought you’d still be in the hospital.

Oh, I-I-I just got released. EJ’s inside getting takeout. Is this your baby? I-I– I didn’t realize you– you have him yet.

Well, Melinda, she brought him by a little while ago. So I just thought I’d stop by and show him off to my dad. You know, I’d better get him inside.

Uh, Eric. Um.

Yeah?

Would you mind if I held him?

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Well, Dad, you were right.

I was right? Say that again. I was right. Hold on. That’s a first.

Look, I wasn’t–

What was I right about?

I wasn’t thrilled about coming in here early to prepare all those meals for the homeless shelter, but now that we’ve delivered them, it does feel pretty good.

Mm, yeah, it does feel pretty good. And you know what we have? We have two extra turkey dinners and two giant slices of pumpkin pie. So what do you say? You want to have a feast with your old man?

Yeah, yeah, sounds fun.

Good.

I was just coming in to set the table. But look at this! Oh, you’ve got it all done.

Well, you wouldn’t let me anywhere near the kitchen, and I had to do something to help. I know how excited you are to have Abe over for Thanksgiving.

Oh, I am. But I’m not the only one with good reason to give thanks when it comes to romantic prospects, am I?

Oh, yeah, Gio and me, yeah, we are all good.

Yet you say that with that very telltale little frown on your face. Well, what is it, baby?

It’s nothing.

It’s always nothing until it’s something now. Darling, come on. Talk to me.

I’m just worried that some other girl is trying to catch my man’s eye.

[soft dramatic music]

Holly, hey.

You look nice.

Thanks, I’m headed over to Chanel’s for Thanksgiving dinner. Hey, look, Holly, I know, all right, I know this is a really tough time for you. It’s a tough time for all of us.

I’m fine.

Are you sure about that?

No, I’m not. I’m not fine at all.

[sniffles]

There you are.

Hey.

Check this out.

Whoa, what is that?

Thomas was worried that you may not win the Salem Turkey Trot, so he and Charlotte made you your own trophy.

Oh, that’s so sweet.

Well, don’t tell them I showed you. They want to present it to you themselves, of course. But they’re in their room playing a very challenging glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

OK. Thank you for this and for bringing them to cheer me on.

We were proud to support you, especially for such a good cause. I’m sure you raised a lot of money for the food bank.

I heard it was a windfall. Hey!

Hey!

All right. I have to go shower real quick.

Yeah. Oh, and I heard from Julie. She and Doug said that we can go over to Thanksgiving dinner at about :, so we’re fine on time.

[phone ringing] Gwen Rizczech? Why is she calling Chad?

Hello?

Happy Thanksgiving.

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

So you think little Holly has it bad for Johnny, huh?

Oh, a major crush that she is terrible at hiding.

Well, aside from the age difference, I mean, aren’t those two related somehow?

Yeah, his dad and her mom just recently got married, so they’re technically step-siblings, but they’re not related by blood obviously.

Well, you and Johnny do have a history of being two sides of a triangle.

No, no, this is nothing like me and Johnny and Allie or me and Johnny and Wendy. This is definitely not serious.

Mm, well, you’re looking pretty glum about it.

Well, that’s just because things with me and Johnny have been going so well lately, and given how complicated they were before, I just don’t want a repeat of that.

Mm-hmm, that is understandable.

Yeah, and even if it is just silly and will never amount to anything, I– I don’t need some angsty teenage girl looking at my boyfriend with puppy-dog eyes and staring daggers at me.

[soft dramatic music]

[sighs]

It’s just– it’s so sad what happened to your mom and my dad, just them losing their baby the way they did. It’s–

Yeah, it really is. You know, I just wish we would have at least gotten to meet him, our baby brother.

Yeah, me, too.

Oh. Well, you should probably go. I don’t want to make you late to Thanksgiving dinner with your girlfriend.

Right.

[clears throat] What about you? Do you have any plans for tonight?

Oh, well, your dad’s at the hospital with my mom. I think Kristen took Rachel out. Stefan’s visiting Gabi in prison, so it looks like I have no plans.

Well, you do now.

Happy Thanksgiving. Who are you? What are you doing in my dining room?

Your husband, Doug, let me in. He–he didn’t tell you?

Obviously, not.

[laughs] I’m so sorry. I’m Everett Lynch. I’m the new editor at “The Spectator,” and I’m here to tell your story.

My story?

Yes, I’m– I’m new in town, see? And I saw Tom and Alice Horton’s plaque in the square, so I know that the Horton family is a Salem institution, and that you and your husband are the living matriarch and patriarch of this city. I’d love to do a feature on you both for the paper.

[groovy music]

I am surprised.

Why is that?

Because the last feature you did in your newspaper was on Leo Stark, who deserves to be in an institution.

Ah, I see.

And you went to great lengths to glorify his crimes in that feature article. And now you appear on Thanksgiving, full of all this hubris and absolutely sure that my husband and I will want to give you an interview and fulfill your vision, whatever it is. Well, we’re not going to, not a word, not a word to print about us in your paper. In fact, I’m planning on canceling my subscription.

I understand.

No, no, I don’t think you do, Mr. Lynch. “The Spectator” has been going steadily downhill ever since it was stolen by Xander Cook and his little Gwen from my cousin, Jennifer, and her lovely husband, Jack Deveraux. If you ask me, the only thing that’s gonna save that paper from utter ruin is a new regime, new ownership that cleans house.

Tell you what. I might not have won the Turkey Trot, but I just set the record for fastest shower in the world.

Oh, ooh-ooh. Wow. Well, you missed a call.

Huh? Oh, OK, thank you.

It’s from my cousin, Gwen.

Oh, yeah.

The caller ID popped up. I just happened to see it. Chad, why is she calling you? I thought you hated her.

I do. I–I don’t know why she’s calling me.

Um, you don’t have any curiosity about the message she left? I know I do.

[dramatic music]

[soft dramatic music]

[phone beep]

So?

She was just, um– she was just calling to wish Thomas a happy birthday. She knows his birthday’s tomorrow because when she was his nanny, you know, they– they got– they got pretty close so…

Um, finish getting ready. I’ll go see what’s going on.

[phone beeps]

[phone ringing]

Hey, it’s Chad. Yeah, no, the contracts are signed. I’ll have the money transferred as soon as the banks are open tomorrow. Hey, thank you for selling me your half of “The Spectator.” Remember, I need you to keep this to yourself. Because I told you, Gwen, I don’t want Stephanie finding out why I’m doing this, to get Everett Lynch out of our lives.

My first instinct was to distance the paper from Leo Stark, but PR advised against it. As you may know, “Lady Whistleblower” is very popular.

Of course, it’s popular. The writing is dreadful, and there’s no moral integrity there.

Well, I will admit, Mrs. Williams, I’m still finding my footing. I’m hoping that an article extolling the virtues that you and your husband embody might provide some balance there. I assure you that I am committed to restoring Jack Deveraux and Jennifer Horton’s legacy and to making “The Spectator” a respected institution.

I choose to believe you. There’s something about your face. It makes me want to believe you.

[sighs]

What? Wow, someone was hungry. You want the rest of mine or?

No, thanks, I’m meeting Mom later for another dinner.

Oh.

Hey, I’m a teenager. You’ve got to feed us more than most.

[phone beeps]

Trust me. I’m aware of that. Oh, it’s a reminder from your grandmother, Marlena. My dad is out of town on a case, so I will be having my second dinner with her.

Save me some leftovers, OK?

Oh, yeah, absolutely, because you’re gonna be starving after your two turkey dinners.

Yeah, you never know.

Hey, Tate, do you mind if I give Nicole a quick text? With the accident and her losing her baby, it’s been awful. I’ve been thinking about her all day.

Yeah. Yeah, no, it’s the worst.

Have you reached out to Holly?

Uh, I think Holly would prefer it if I gave her a little space right now.

Well, darling, as much as I know it’s no fun to have another woman, or should I say girl in this case, looking at your man with puppy-dog eyes, you need to remember that Johnny DiMera is beyond lucky to have you. If he doesn’t get that, and if he ever makes puppy-dog eyes back at that girl, well, you better set that fella straight.

Oh, I will.

[phone rings]

Well, and here he is now.

[sighs] Hey, you.

Chanel, hey, listen, I really– I hate to do this, but I’m afraid I’m not gonna be able to make Thanksgiving with you at your mom’s.

What? Why not?

Well… Holly is here alone, and she’s really upset about the baby, and maybe you and I can hang out later?

Yeah, yeah, maybe. And, hey, I totally get it.

I knew you would.

Why wouldn’t I? You’re a good guy. So, of course, you’re gonna be there for your family when they’re hurting. You have a really big heart, and that’s one of the things I love most about you. And Holly, I know that she’s– she needs you right now. So it’s just–

It’s just what?

[sighs]

Chanel, what is it?

It’s–it’s nothing. Give my condolences to Holly, please.

I will. And, again, I’m– I’m really sorry for tonight. Please apologize to your mom for me as well.

I will.

OK. I’ll call you later.

You better.

[phone beeps]

Well, hello, Chanel.

Hey, Abe. Happy Thanksgiving.

Oh, and to you. You know, I see there are four places set here. So does that mean your boyfriend is gonna join us?

Oh, he was supposed to, but something came up.

[soft dramatic music]

Johnny, you really didn’t have to do that. I’d be OK here alone.

No, it’s OK. Chanel was very understanding. And I’ll make it up to her and her mom, so it’s no big deal.

Are you sure?

Yes, I’m sure, OK? And, hey, I know my dad gave cook the day off. So why don’t you and I head over to the kitchen and see what we can throw together for Thanksgiving dinner? Mm?

Yeah, let’s do it.

When Nicole went missing, I was trying to comfort Holly, but I sort of misread the moment.

Mm, how so?

We were close, close enough to kiss. so I kind of asked her if that’s what was happening.

But it wasn’t, right?

I was just– I was just trying to make her feel better. You know, I’m not completely clueless. Like, I don’t know. I didn’t make any big moves or anything. It’s just women can be hard to read, right?

[laughs] Yes, son, it never gets any easier. Trust me.

I tried sending her a few texts, but she’s ghosting me so…

Mm, the old ghosting thing. Maybe you should do more than text. You know, maybe you should actually call her. It’s this weird thing that we do. You actually take the phone, and you call the person. You can actually talk to them.

Dad.

We did it in the olden days.

I don’t think–

And it works.

I don’t think she’s gonna pick up.

Well, my advice to you is to not give up because you are a great kid, and she is a great girl, and I think, especially now, she could use somebody to– to lean on.

Yeah. Yeah, you’re probably right, especially now.

As long as you respect her boundaries, Tate.

Dad, I told you. Though it seemed like she wanted me to kiss her, I didn’t.

All right. Hey, listen, I’m– I’m no better at navigating relationships than you are. Trust me. And, honestly, if you don’t think that she wants to take your call, I think a nice gesture would be to take those two beautiful pieces of your great-grandmother Caroline’s pumpkin pie and offer them to her.

Yeah. Yeah, that’s actually a great idea.

[soft acoustic music]

I’m so glad you’re both here. I am thankful.

As are we.

Well, where’s Tommy? Where’s little Charlotte? Where are they?

They are outside playing with the swing. They didn’t touch the thing when we lived here, and now they’re fighting over it.

Oh, of course. I’m so glad we have the big fence around there, so they’re perfectly safe in the backyard.

Yeah, not for long. I mean, we can see them out there for now at least.

Well, it looks like there’s been a cease fire. I told Thomas to let his little sister go first, and he agreed.

Well, that’s because she bribed them and told them they didn’t have to eat vegetables with their dinner.

It’s a holiday.

Yeah, it’s a holiday. How about the adults don’t have to eat the broccoli casserole?

Great, I’m relieved. But we are still eating pie, right, because the kids made this. I helped just a little bit.

Oh, darling, thank you. I’m sure it’s delicious. You will help me bring the food in from the kitchen when it’s dinner time?

I assume Doug’s in the kitchen cooking up a storm.

Well, actually, he’s taking a little nap. Running that Turkey Trot really exhausted him today.

Oh.

I’m jealous. I’m actually pretty worn out myself.

Well, it’s a wonderful cause, and I’m so proud of both of you for participating. He’ll be down for dessert. Of course, if I tell him that he doesn’t have to eat the broccoli, he might come down for the main course.

[laughter]

Everything is going smoothly in the kitchen. Oh! Hey, Steph, Chad, Happy Thanksgiving.

[soft dramatic music]

Everett, hey.

[soft dramatic music]

I’ve invited Everett to join us for Thanksgiving dinner. He has no family here in Salem, so tonight we’re his family.

And, um, you two know each other?

From a previous life maybe. But, no, we just met. I came here to ask Mrs. Williams if she and Doug would be willing to do a profile for “The Spectator.” And she’s just been so kind and welcoming.

And he’s been very helpful in the kitchen, regaling us with stories of his early days in journalism, a very charming fellow, charming.

Chad, why don’t you and Everett go check on the turkey? I’ll help Julie out here.

Well, we–we both have– why do we both have to check on the turkey?

You could put the side dishes in the warming oven for me. They’re sitting right there on the counter. Would you do that for me?

Yes, yes, um, we will do that.

Yeah, we’re gonna do that, no problem.

I’m so sorry. Are you upset because I invited that man to– to dinner? I had no– I’m sorry.

Well, actually, he and I not only worked together.

Yeah, he told me that.

He’s also my ex-boyfriend.

Oh, wow. He didn’t share that little fact.

Mm.

Well, I assume the break-up was amicable.

It was an abrupt and confusing break-up, but that’s a different story for a different day. Cutting back to the present, Everett is a nice guy. I just don’t think that he’s convinced that I’ve moved on with Chad.

Oh, I see. Well, that can be very difficult for you, even more difficult for Chad. I’m so sorry, darling. I had no idea. But I don’t see how I can possibly ask him to leave now.

Oh, God, no, you can’t. You can’t.

So–so Thanksgiving dinner this year will be…

[chuckles] Awkward.

[laughs]

Oh, boy, those are the best buttermilk biscuits I have ever had.

Did you make them, Chanel?

No, Mama, this was all her cooking. I learned from the best.

Oh, I tell you, everything was just delicious. Thank you so much, Paulina.

Oh, it was my pleasure, Abraham. I’m just–I’m just so very glad you could join us.

Well, I tell you, this was a wonderful, wonderful Thanksgiving Day.

[laughs]

And, Chanel, what have you been up to?

Well, I just got back from Maryland. I went to visit Lani. And, of course, I stopped by to see Eli and the twins. And, oh, my god, Jules and Carver, they have gotten so big. And you know I took lots of pictures. Here, just swipe right to see them all.

All right. Oh, my, look at those beautiful children. Oh, and the smiles there.

[sighs] Thank you. Thank you for showing me those pictures. I–um, I don’t want to see anymore.

Well, Abraham, are you OK?

Yeah, it’s just really hard for me to see pictures of my daughter and– and grandkids when I really don’t remember anything about them from before.

Oh, of course, of course, that would be hard. I am so sorry, Abe. I didn’t mean to upset you.

Honey, give us a minute. OK, you know what? Actually, the bakery is a mess from all the orders that we filled for the holiday. So I’m just gonna head over there to do a little bit of cleaning.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no, Chanel, please, please, don’t go. I’m OK really.

You don’t have to be OK for me or for Mama. We get it, OK? And we’re here for you.

I don’t want you to miss your dessert.

Oh, no, we have plenty of dessert at the bakery. So I am just gonna head there now, OK? But we are so thankful that you’re here.

Oh, thank you.

Happy Thanksgiving. Mwah.

OK, baby.

See you guys later.

Mm-hmm.

Mm, so this is what you call Thanksgiving on a bun, huh?

Oh, yeah. So you got your turkey, your gravy, your stuffing, and your cranberry sauce.

It looks kind of messy.

What, you can’t handle it, Jonas?

I can handle anything you got, DiMera.

OK.

Oh!

Oh, you, uh–

Well, it’s messy, but it’s really good.

Here, you’ve got a little bit of– you’ve got some gravy right there.

Oh, my God, it’s so embarrassing.

Ah, don’t worry. It’s not like I’m gonna take a pic and post it on social media.

I’d kill you if you did. Um, did I get it all?

Ah, almost. You missed a spot right… There. Got it.

Hey, there. I–I come bearing dessert.

Well, I’m so glad we’re all here together.

Thank you, Mrs. Williams.

Julie, please.

Julie, I am– I’m so grateful and surprised to have been included in this celebration.

I’m sorry it’s taking so long. Doug is still resting. The children still seem to be playing.

Right, well, I’ll go get them when it’s ready.

Great, great.

Great, great.

Great.

Why don’t we all sit down?

Yes.

Yes.

Well, we should do that.

Yeah.

Yeah. Here, I got that.

Oh, thank you.

Oh. Thank you.

I’m sorry. Is this seat taken?

[laughs]

[tense music]

[chuckles] OK. Yeah.

Sorry if I interrupted your Thanksgiving dinner. I was just hoping to talk to Holly for a minute.

Yeah, no, no worries. It looks like you only brought enough dessert for two anyway.

Pumpkin pie.

Well, great. Then if that’s the case, Holly, if you don’t mind, I might run over to Chanel’s house and have my pie with them since you are no longer–

Yeah, yeah, no, that’s– that’s totally fine, mm-hmm.

OK, awesome. Well, Happy Thanksgiving, guys.

Happy Thanksgiving. I’m sorry. It seems like I’m the master of bad timing.

You know, actually, I’m glad you’re here.

Yeah? Does–does that mean you forgive me for acting like a total idiot the last time we saw each other?

I do but on one condition.

Name it.

[soft dramatic music]

I need you to help me break up Johnny and Chanel.

You know, I hope I didn’t do anything to make your daughter leave.

Chanel will be fine. She’ll be back later. Now, how about you try your pie? Come on, eat it.

[chuckles]

All right, let’s see here. Mm, mmm. Wow!

[laughter]

Right? It’s my favorite.

Well, then it’s my favorite now, too.

[laughter]

Mmm.

What–what the hell? What the hell is going on? Paulina, where did you go?

I was just– I was just thinking about back to when–

What? Just tell me, tell me.

Well, I– I was very tempted to kiss you just now, and then I remembered the last time I did. Well, what a mistake it was, how I scared you off.

Well, while we’re waiting for the others, let’s pour the wine.

Yes.

[phone beeps] Here you go.

Thanks, darling.

That good?

OK. Oh, Doug has texted me that he was not coming down right now. He needs a little more rest, and he says go ahead. Enjoy the wine, make some toasts, and he’ll come down and make one of his own when he gets here. So who wants to go first?

Well, I would just like to say–

Yeah, I’ll say something. Yeah.

[sighs] To you, Julie, and to Doug, to whom I will repeat this when he comes down, but I just wanted you to know how grateful we are for you and Doug for your kindness and your warmth, for welcoming us into your home, me and Thomas and Charlotte.

[tender music] You’re just–we love you so much, and we are just so grateful for you, and– and you mean a lot to us.

We love you, too.

And… to my beautiful girlfriend, Stephanie, my life is so much better with you in it. My kids, too. And I know I don’t tell you this enough, but we love you very much, and we appreciate you so much, and you just mean so much to us. I love you. And to Everett, our new editor-in-chief of “The Spectator,” who has held the position for about five whole minutes.

[laughing]

A little longer than that.

Yeah, yeah.

I would just like to say, before you continue, Chad, that I am so grateful to have the chance to do what it takes, with Stephanie’s help, of course, to restore the reputation of your late wife’s family’s newspaper.

Right. Well, that is very noble of you. It’s just a shame you’re not gonna be able to do that.

[tense music]

Chad, what are you talking about?

What? Oh, well, I’ve got some breaking news for you, Lynch. I just bought half of “The Spectator,” and my first act as co-owner is to fire your ass.

[tense music]

Chad, Chad, you said you were gonna make a toast.

Um, yeah, right, sorry. I think I just zoned out a little bit. I must be a little bit dehydrated from the Turkey Trot. Uh, uh, to my wonderful family, who I am deeply grateful and to new friends.

Thanks, man.

Yeah, you’re welcome.

[clears throat]

[soft dramatic music]

You know, when you kissed me before, I was overwhelmed. And I know that I hurt your feelings.

Oh, no, it is understandable that you were feeling overwhelmed. I was rushing you, which was selfish. But I’m not going to do that anymore because this is Thanksgiving, and so instead of just wishing for more, I’m– I’m determined to just feel so very grateful for what I have now. You’re wonderful company.

Well, good, I feel that way, too.

[both chuckle]

Ooh, what, what is it? Lime too sour?

No, no, no, I just– oh, I’m just–

You’re just what?

Earlier, when you wanted to kiss me… I wanted to kiss you too.

[tender music]

You did?

I did. And I still do.

[clears throat] Chanel, hey, I was, uh– I was hoping to make it over to your mom’s for dessert.

Hey, Johnny. Well, you still can. I’m not there obviously. I left to give Mom and Abe some alone time.

Well, then I am glad that I ran into you because you’re the one I want to be with.

Mm.

[chuckles] I’m really sorry that I couldn’t make it over to your mom’s for Thanksgiving dinner.

Oh, it’s OK. I told you I understand. How’s Holly?

I left her in good hands.

[dramatic music]

Are you serious? You really want me to help you break up Johnny and Chanel?

I’m gonna make it happen whether you help me or not. It’ll just go a little faster with your assistance.

But are you sure that this is a good idea? I mean, first of all, it’s not a very nice thing to do. And also, Holly, I know you don’t want to hear this, but Johnny is like way too old for you.

You know what? I said we could be friends again but never mind. I’m not interested anymore so don’t ever help me with anything, and you can keep your stupid opinions to yourself.

So this guy, he comes into Sweet Bits five minutes before closing and says he wants to order one more box of Italian cookies to the ten, yes, ten boxes that he’s already ordered.

Ten boxes of cookies?

Yes, and so I tell him, you know, I’m sorry, but we’re all out. And then he says, “Oh, I don’t mind waiting.”

Wow, well, I hope you told him no.

I didn’t. I mean, he’s a good customer, right? So I didn’t want to disappoint him, so I went in to make another batch, and he sits out here, and he waits. and it takes me about an hour because I still luckily had some dough left from earlier.

Honestly, I can’t believe you did that. That’s, wow.

Yeah.

OK.

Yeah, wait, wait, wait. I haven’t even gotten to the best part yet. So I box them up, right? I box them up, and then I come out. And then he’s still sitting there with three empty boxes.

What?

Yes, the guy had, like, cookies in, like, an hour.

Ick.

[laughing] And the craziest part about the whole thing is that he didn’t say a word about it. He just pays me and goes.

Unbelievable.

Mm-hmm. He had a serious sweet tooth, right?

No, no, I’m talking about you. Just you’re so generous with your time and with your talents.

Yeah, not always. I think I was just in a really good mood because I knew I was gonna be seeing you for Thanksgiving.

Ah, OK. Look, I–I really am sorry that I missed Thanksgiving dinner with your mom.

Hey, don’t be. We’re together now, and that’s all that matters. And I don’t know if I tell you enough how glad I am that we found each other again and how much I love our time together.

Yeah, I love it, too. Happy Thanksgiving, Chanel.

Happy Thanksgiving, Johnny.

[tender music]

OK.

OK what? You’ll help me bust them up, Johnny and Chanel?

First, you need to apologize for saying my opinions are stupid.

Yeah, fine, I’m sorry. I was just disappointed, you know? I didn’t mean to hurt your feelings.

Yeah, well, you did so– but it’s fine, whatever, I’m over it.

Good, I’m glad. OK, so you’ll help me, right? I mean, you’ll do it?

I said I would, didn’t I? I’m your friend, Holly. I want to see you happy.

[squeals] Tate, you are the best. And you know what? I will be happy. In fact, I’m gonna be over the moon once Johnny sees how wrong Chanel is for him. And then by the time Christmas comes, he’ll be sharing dessert with me.

[tense music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[soft dramatic music]

Abe?

Oh, hey. Hello, Paulina.

[laughs] Oh, what beautiful flowers.

Oh, yes. They’re for a friend. I am not seeing anyone else, if that’s what you’re thinking.

Oh. Good to know.

[Abe chuckles]

Oh, congratulations on the election, by the way.

[chuckling] Oh, we both know that I never would have won if you hadn’t appointed me mayor in the first place. And I’d like the chance to thank you properly.

[soft delicate music]

What do you have in mind?

Eric. I, um… ,::, I just went and I met with Melinda. And, uh, there’s something that you need to know.

S-Sloan, what is it?

[heart monitor beeping]

Why, EJ? Why does God keep allowing this to happen?

[EJ sighs]

[somber music]

I don’t have the answers you’re looking for, Nicole.

[Nicole sighs] But I promise you we will face this challenge together and come out stronger for it.

[door opens]

There you are, you son of a bitch.

Stefan, what the hell, man?

Listen to me, you swine. Drop these bogus murder charges against Gabi now.

Yeah, I’ll accept the call. Yeah, this is Ava Vitali.

Well, hey there, Ava. As I’m sure you may have guessed, it’s your buddy, Clyde, calling you from the friendly confines of Statesville prison.

What do you want? You shouldn’t be calling me here.

[suspenseful music]

Well, I hear you’ve been kind of naughty. Went out and committed yourself a…

[inhales deeply] You know, a little murder. So I guess the question is what are we going to do about it?

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

[tense music]

Sloan? What happened with Melinda? Is it–is it bad news?

[Sloan sighs]

No. No, it’s great news. It’s the bestnews, actually. Tomorrow, we’re getting our baby.

[chuckles] Tomorrow–tomorrow? So soon?

[inhales deeply] Yes. First thing tomorrow morning, we’re going to have that baby boy in our arms. It’s a holiday miracle.

Huh? Oh, right. Right. I mean, it’s Thanksgiving tomorrow.

Yeah, that’s right. And Mommy and Daddy, we have a lot to be thankful for.

What the hell is wrong with you, Stefan? My God, if you don’t have any respect for your brother, at least have some compassion for my grieving wife!

Oh, compassion? For your wife? Where was your compassion for mywife, huh? She’s rotting away in Statesville because of you!

I don’t know what you’re talking about, Clyde.

Well, I was told that you put a bullet in my buddy, Gil Carter. But here’s the thing. If you think that by icing my man on the outside you can get yourself out of our little pact…

[scoffing chuckle] Then you’re as dead wrong as my good buddy Gil is just plain dead.

I don’t recall allowing myself to be sexually assaulted as part of our so-called pact.

Well, that’s a hefty accusation.

It’s not an accusation. Son of a bitch tried to rape me.

Come on now. Are you sure you weren’t just playing hard to get?

You are a disgusting piece–

Oh, now you watch your temper there, Ava. Or else I’ll have to have one of my other good old boys play your boy Dr. Tripp a house call he won’t soon forget.

Okay, don’t you dare threaten my son. I held up my end of the bargain.

Really? So does that mean you lifted those evidence room keys off of Detective Michaels like he asked you to? Yeah. I didn’t think so. Which is why you and me… we still got a problem.

[tense music]

Well, I’ve been thinking… actually, I wanted to call and ask, but now that we’ve run into each other, I’m hosting Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow at my place. So far it’s just me and Chanel and her boyfriend, Johnny DiMera, but I would love it if you would join us. I’m cooking everything from scratch, of course. All my mama’s best recipes. Turkey and stuffing, sweet potato pie, and her world-famous mac and cheese.

Well, that’s an awfully tempting offer.

Well, just know that if you want it, there’s a seat at the head of the table for you.

Well, thank you. Thank you very much. I’ll–you know what? I’ll talk to– I’ll talk to Steve and Kayla and well, they did say that I would be welcome to have Thanksgiving dinner with them.

Oh, no. Well, if that’s what you prefer, then I completely understand that. Whatever is best for you. You know, just let me know when you know.

I will do that.

Okay, then. I’m off to buy some groceries. I’ll buy enough for four, just in case.

I’ll be in touch. Congrats again on the victory, Madam Mayor.

[chuckles] Very well-deserved.

[EJ sighs]

I am so sorry you had to witness that.

It’s fine.

Nicole, I– I shouldn’t have come charging in like that. I apologize. And I am truly sorry for your loss.

[somber music]

Thank you.

Mm. I realize that you’re both suffering right now, and sadly, tragically, there’s nothing anybody can do to stop that. But EJ, you have the power to stop my wife’s suffering.

Oh, my God. We’re back to that again, are we?

We are.

[EJ sighs]

EJ, just… go outside and talk to him. Please.

[EJ sniffles]

Are you sure?

Yes, I need to be alone for a little while anyway.

I won’t be long. I promise.

[door closes]

[Nicole sighs shakily]

Hey, Shin.

Michaels.

I thought you were going to take some time off.

Thought about it. And decided I’d rather be at work than stuck grieving my brother in the apartment where he was… brutally murdered.

I get it. I’m really sorry about your loss.

Appreciate it.

So I take it you don’t know about Ava.

What about her?

Well, her new boss, Gil Carter, attacked her a little while ago at your apartment.

What? Attacked her how?

He tried to sexually assault her, but she fought him off.

[sighs] Good for her. Was she okay?

She will be. Gil is another story. Ava shot him in self-defense. He’s dead and she’s in custody.

Oh, my God. Does Tripp know?

I don’t think so.

Then I need to call him.

[Wendy sighs]

[phone line trilling]

[voicemail beeps]

[Wendy sighs] Straight to voicemail. Okay, he’s on duty at the hospital. I’m going to go there.

Yeah, that’s a good idea. Ava is going to need all the support she can get.

How do you know I didn’t steal those keys?

[Clyde chuckles]

Come on. You were a boss once. You remember what it was like.

[soft tense music]

I spent a lot of time trying to forget those days.

Well, then, let me refresh your memory. You got to stay three steps ahead of the foot soldiers, especially the reluctant ones. Now, I sent Gil to make sure you got those keys for us and not for things to get all, you know, rough and kinky between the two of you.

Oh, go to hell, Clyde.

Ava, you cost me one of my best lieutenants. Now I got to replace Gil and that ain’t going to be easy. But I might just be able to forgive your little faux pas if you do what I need you to do. So here’s the deal. Either you get your pretty, little paws on those keys… or your son’s going to pay the price.

How the hell do you expect me to do that?

[door opens]

Everything okay?

Are you good?

Yeah. Yeah, absolutely. You don’t believe me?

Mm. I’ve known you long enough now to know when something’s worrying you. You get that little crinkle in your nose.

Oh.

[Eric chuckles] Yeah. I probably wouldn’t be a very good poker player now, would I?

[Eric sighs]

Well, what is it? Are you worried about baby-proofing the house and how much time it’s going to take?

No, no, of course not.

Well, then, what’s wrong? Come on, we should be excited about bringing home our baby tomorrow.

I am excited. It–

But?

I’m sorry. It’s just.. I can’t stop thinking about Nicole losing her child.

[somber music]

Yeah, it’s awful.

Hey, I’m sorry. I know it’s difficult for you when I bring up Nicole’s name.

You don’t have to apologize. I know she and I haven’t been the best of friends, but now knowing what it feels like to be a mother, my heart really does go out for her and EJ. Truly, it does. But we are about to be parents now. You’re going to be a father.

[chuckles] And that’s what you’ve wanted your whole life. We shouldn’t be focusing on anything else, but that our dreams are coming true.

Yeah.

Not Nicole’s nightmare.

[knock at door]

Come in.

[heart monitor beeping]

Hello, Nicole.

Abe.

I had to come see you.

[soft dramatic music]

[Nicole sighs]

[Nicole sniffles]

Oh, good. You’re here.

[chuckling] Hey. Hey, I thought you’re supposed to be at work.

I was, but then I found out something you need to know. I tried to call.

I’m sorry. My phone’s off. What is it? Is this about your brother?

No. It’s about your mom. She’s in police custody.

[soft dramatic music]

I have to go now.

Did I just hear your friend, Detective Michaels, come into the room?

Yes.

All right, we’re good for now then, but we will be conversing again soon. And Ava…

What?

You better get your hands on those keys. Your son’s life depends on it.

[phone beeps]

You okay? Who was that on the phone?

Yeah, I just– I called a criminal defense lawyer, and he was asking for a crazy, crazy retaining fee. And then I tried to negotiate and he got all testy with me. And I told him– told him thanks, no thanks.

That’s a good call. And hopefully, you’re not going to need a lawyer because I’m going to do everything I can to make sure Rafe and everybody else knows that you killed Gil Carter in self-defense.

Well… I appreciate you, Harris, more than you know. I don’t think I’ve…

[sighs] Ever had anyone stand up for me the way that you do. And I feel like all I do is complicate your life more.

No. It’s all right. I just want you to be okay.

[suspenseful music]

Let’s get this over and done with so I can get back to my wife.

It’s going to be as long or as short as you want it to be, EJ. Now, look, I understand you and your wife are grappling with the loss of your baby. And for that, I am profoundly sorry. It’s terrible.

Mm.

And I think you should actually be focusing on that, as opposed to your personal vendetta against me and my wife.

Father always said I was an excellent multitasker.

You’re a petulant child.

Oh, spare me the theatrics, Stefan. Your wife’s fingerprints were on the knife that killed Li Shin. He named her as his killer on his deathbed.

She’s being set up, and probably by you!

Oh, I have no idea what the bloody hell you’re talking about. And I am done with this conversation, so stay away from me and my wife or I’ll have hospital security toss you out on your arse.

I’m not done talking you yet.

Let go of my arm, Stefan.

Not until you hear my offer.

[tense music]

[sighs] You don’t want to let Gabi go out of the goodness of your heart, fine. I’ll give you what you really want.

And what, pray tell, is that?

Your old job back.

All you got to do is say the word, EJ. We’ll call an emergency shareholders meeting, have you reinstalled as CEO in the morning.

And if I asked you to step aside completely and make me sole CEO?

[Stefan chuckles]

If that’s what it takes to get Gabi home, fine.

I’ve never known you to roll over like this.

Gabi and I thought we could outmaneuver you. Obviously, we were wrong. You won. So go ahead. Take Father’s empire.

[phone beeps] Take my shares. I don’t care. As long as you call off the dogs and Gabi walks.

[EJ chuckles]

Well, I’ll be damned.

What is it?

One of my mother’s tormentors has been brought in to the Salem PD for killing a man.

What are you talking about?

[EJ sighs]

[suspenseful music]

You know, I’m sorry, Stefan. As tempting as your offer is, I’ve just grown bored of the constant battles to see who’s going to run DiMera. I’ve come to realize that there are more important things in this life than stock prices and annual reports.

Like what?

Well, making Salem safer for our children by putting away hardened criminals like Ava Vitali and Gabi Hernandez.

Mm. You’re a sick bastard, you know that?

Mm. Are we done yet?

You know, EJ… I’d say that karma is going to come back and bite you in the ass.

Mm.

But it looks like it already has. Just ask your wife. Give her my best, by the way.

They’re beautiful, Abe. Thank you.

[sighs]

I’m so sorry. So sorry about your baby, Nicole.

[soft dramatic music]

Who told you?

My son, Brandon.

[Nicole sighs] He’s also your half-brother, right?

Yes, he is. He’s been calling non-stop, and I just haven’t had the strength to answer because I feel like if I hear his voice, I’m just going to lose it.

Well, I’m sure he understands. He wanted me to tell you how much he loves you, and he will be there for you if you need him.

I know that. And I’m glad he sent you as his goodwill ambassador.

[Nicole chuckles and sniffles]

You know, you– you told me once that we used to be very close, you and I… that I was like a father to you.

[Nicole sighs]

[crying] You used to call me your bonus daughter.

[laughs] I knew you were always there for me in the worst times of my life. And I’m sure you don’t remember, but I do. It’s just so comforting having you here.

Well, where else would– would a father be at a time like this… than right here with his bonus daughter?

[Nicole laughs]

[Nicole sighs shakily]

Oh, God, I’m sorry. That came out wrong. I didn’t mean to sound so selfish.

No, stop it. You’re– it’s all right. You’re right. I mean, as sorry as we both are for EJ and Nicole, we can’t let their sorrow ruin our joy.

Yeah?

Yeah. I’m really happy.

Me, too.

Come here.

[Sloan sighs]

Oh, me, too. I think I know something that can help us focus on our joy.

Yeah, what’s that?

Mm… we can think of a name for the baby.

Okay.

Unless we want to keep calling him Baby Boy Petersen-Brady forever.

[laughs] Yeah, that might not go over so well once he hits high school.

Mm. True. That would–that’d be bad. So any thoughts?

Actually, I do.

Mm-hmm?

I’ve been thinking about a couple of names, and… Hopefully, you will like it, too. Um… what do you think about Samuel?

[soft dramatic music]

Samuel.

Yeah. Sam, for short.

Oh, hold on. You want to name our son after your sister, Sami?

[Eric sighs]

That animal tried to rape my mom.

According to Michaels, she shot him in self-defense. He was heading in to see her when I left the station.

I got to get down there.

What about your shift?

I only had an hour left anyway, okay? I’ll stop in and tell Kayla on the way.

I’ll drive.

Let’s go.

Well, here. Like I said, I’m hoping to get the brass to toss this case out. But until then, we got to do everything by the book.

Meaning?

Meaning I have to take your official statement.

[tense music]

What’s wrong with naming our child after my sister?

Well, only that, you know, word around town is your sister’s kind of a hot mess.

[Eric sighs]

Yeah, she is. She’s more than earned her reputation, but she’s the most loyal and protective person I know. All right, what are you thinking now?

Well, only that you told me, once upon a time, that Sami and Nicole didn’t get along very well. And I was just wondering if maybe that’s because Sami didn’t approve of Nicole.

No, it goes way deeper than that.

How deep?

[soft dramatic music]

Well, she did the worst thing you could ever do to a mother. She stole Sami’s baby.

[heart monitor beeping]

When they told me my son died… it’s as if someone reached in my chest and flattened my heart. EJ and I had big plans for our son. Beautiful dreams.

[soft dramatic music] You want to know what I was thinking about before you came in?

Tell me.

[Nicole inhales deeply]

Karma.

Karma?

I know you don’t remember, but… I used to be a terrible person.

Ah.

I lied and cheated and hurt people. And…

[Nicole sobs] Maybe I wasn’t supposed to bring a child into this world.

[somber music]

Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey. Enough of that kind of talk, huh? You know…

[Nicole sobs] Losing your baby was just a horrific tragedy. But it wasn’t punishment. Nicole. You have a good heart.

[Nicole sighs] And you’re not alone.

[Nicole sniffles] You have your friends. You have your family. And that very, very happily includes me.

[Nicole sobs]

[Nicole sniffles] Come here.

[Nicole sniffles]

Thanks, Dad.

[Nicole sobbing]

[sighing] Oh.

The man was out of control, violent, and I truly believed I had no choice but to shoot him.

Mom.

Oh. Oh, hi. Wendy, thank you. Thank you for getting him.

Of course. I’m so glad you’re safe.

Thanks.

Why don’t we give them a few minutes? I’m going to see if Rafe’s in the office, talk about the charges, okay, and be right back.

So they told you what happened, huh?

Did that sick bastard hurt you?

No, he tried, he tried, but come on. You know your mom. You don’t mess with a Vitali.

Yeah, well, he’s lucky he’s dead, or I’d kill him myself.

Okay, stop. Don’t you talk like that, especially in a police station.

When I think what he tried to do to you–

Okay, baby. Baby, I’m okay. All right? You don’t have to worry about it. I’m okay. I’m fine. I am always going to be fine. All right? No need to worry about me. You know your mom’s a survivor. You’re the one who needs to be careful, though.

Me? Why?

[tense music]

Because you’re a doctor with a brilliant mind and a brilliant future ahead of you, okay? So I need you to stay out of this. All right?

No. Not until I know that you are safe and free, okay?

Hey, what are you doing?

I’m going to hire you the best lawyer in town.

[phone beeps]

[phone line trilling]

[phone line trilling]

Well, if it ain’t my favorite zombie DiMera.

What am I doing here?

You tell me.

Don’t act dumber than you already are. I was on my way to the other side of the prison to see my wife. One of your cell block flunkies told me you wanted to speak to me. You want to talk? Talk and be quick.

Why? Have you got someplace more important to be?

Like I said, I came to Statesville to see my wife.

You know, I think that’s a problem with the young folks these days. Always in a rush.

What do you want?

Why are you so hostile? Especially when you and me got so much in common these days? I mean, as you well know, your wife is right on the other side of that wall in the women’s unit.

Your point?

Well, I just got to say I think it’s a damn shame what your brother’s doing to Gabi. I guess blood ain’t thicker than water, huh? And tell me, how did EJ get to be the Salem DA anyway?

[laughs] I mean, it seems like yesterday, he and I were partners in a very lucrative drug operation.

You know what? Screw this and screw you. I don’t have the time to sit here and listen to some hillbilly meth peddler wax poetic about his stroll down memory lane. I’m going to see what’s keeping my wife.

[Clyde chuckles]

You know, it’s really touching to see how much you love her, and it would be such a shame if something were to happen to her on the inside.

[ominous music]

Did you just threaten my wife, pal?

Oh. No, sir, not at all. I’m just speaking the truth here. I don’t need to tell you what a dangerous place Statesville can be. Now, I would be willing to offer Gabrielle my protective services… as long as I got a little something in return.

[soft dramatic music]

Wow.

Oh!

[laughs] Oh, two run-ins in one day?

Yeah.

How lucky can a girl get?

Oh, it wasn’t luck exactly. I was hoping I’d catch you on your way out of the store.

You came back here looking for me?

Uh, well, I am guilty as charged.

[Abe laughs]

Oh. What–is it about Thanksgiving?

It is, it is. You know, I was at the hospital visiting my friend, and I stopped by to see Kayla.

And?

Well, it turns out that she’s working on Thanksgiving and Steve is out of town working a case with John.

Well, I guess that means that I’m your only option.

Oh, I don’t think you should be referred to in that way.

[both laugh] But if the invitation is still there, I will happily accept and would love to spend the holiday with you and your daughter.

Yes, yes, the offer still stands. It most certainly does stand.

[both chuckle]

[Paulina gasps] On one condition.

Oh?

Yeah. You help me carry these groceries to the car.

[Abe chuckles] Oh, I’ve got an important feast I’ve got to prepare for the people I love.

Aw. Oh.

[Abe chuckles]

[Paulina chuckles]

So you’re saying that Nicole switched Sami and EJ’s daughter with the baby she planned to adopt?

She did. Only that baby died. And by that time, she already had grown to love her.

[sighs] My God. I can’t even imagine what your sister went through. And even after that entire tragedy, Nicole continued to raise Sami’s biological daughter as her own?

Until she learned the truth that Sydney was her daughter, not Nicole’s. I mean, in some ways, we still suffer the repercussions.

Eric, you just told me how much you care about Sami. How can you even forgive Nicole for something that she did to your sister?

Because I believe in forgiveness. I mean, Lord knows I need forgiveness myself. I know, Sami has done some terrible things in her time, but–

Well, how terrible?

[soft dramatic music]

Well, let’s just say back in the ‘s, there wasn’t a DNA test that, uh… in my family that Sami didn’t tamper with.

So you’re saying that you were able to forgive Nicole because Sami did bad things, too? Is that what you’re saying?

[sighs] Listen, Nicole is desperate to be a mother. I mean, she was still suffering from the loss of her child. You know better than most that sometimes, desperate people do desperate things.

Well, I’m sorry you feel that way, Belle. Okay, Belle Brady refused to take your case.

I can’t say I’m surprised. Susan Banks is part of her extended family.

Hey, we both know you were not in your right mind when you went after Susan, okay? But it’s fine. Belle isn’t the only solid lawyer in town.

[Tripp sighs]

[phone line trilling] Justin, hey, this is Tripp Johnson. I was wondering if I could get together with you and talk about my mom.

[soft dramatic music]

Hey, good news.

Yeah?

Yeah.

What’s that?

I spoke to Rafe, explained the whole situation. He doesn’t see any reason for me to have to book you, at least not tonight.

Oh.

So when CSI is done at your apartment, you are welcome to go home.

What a relief. Thank you. Oh, thank you so much.

[Ava sighs]

[sighs] I’m sorry I took so long. After dealing with my insensitive boar of a brother, I had to take a walk to clear my mind.

It’s okay. Abe came to check on me.

[sighs] Brandon told him what happened.

[EJ sighs]

It must have been nice to see him.

It was. He’s still Abe, you know?

[EJ chuckles]

I suppose even with his memory loss, he can still tell what a special person you are, and what a strong connection you both had.

So how did it go with Stefan?

Ah, do you really want to talk about that?

Yeah, I do. I need something to distract me.

Understandable.

So what did he say?

Well as you can imagine, he once again begged me to drop the charges against Gabi.

She is guilty, right?

All the evidence points to it.

[suspenseful dramatic music] He also offered to make me the CEO of DiMera again.

Huh.

Mm?

Let me guess. You refused.

Damn right I did. I imagine he is at Statesville right now relaying the bad news to his wife.

So this is a shakedown?

[Clyde scoffs] You want me to pay you so Gabi doesn’t get hurt?

No, man, I wouldn’t dream of suggesting such a crass arrangement.

Then what are you suggesting?

Well, as it turns out, I suffered a significant loss recently and happen to be in the market for a new man on the outside.

Oh, you want me to be your henchman. Dream on.

[Clyde chuckles]

You got me all wrong, man. I would not insult the son of Stefano DiMera and Vivian Alamain by asking him to be my lackey. What I might suggest, though, is that you become my partner.

Partner in what?

It’s pretty simple, really. I just make sure that nobody comes close to laying a finger on Gabi’s head.

In exchange for what?

Well, I think it’s time for the DiMeras to get back in the drug running game.

[dramatic music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[sighs] Yeah, Dad’s at the hospital with Nicole.

[soft music] Yeah, they’re both taking it pretty hard. No, no, no, I don’t think you’d be intruding at all. I’m sure Dad would, uh… he’d love to hear from you.

[chuckles] Okay. Love you, too, Syd.

[phone beeps]

Surprise.

[both chuckle]

Hey. Oh, man. Did you, uh– did you just get back?

Yeah, plane landed a couple hours ago.

Well, I am very glad to see you. I missed you.

I missed you, too.

So… how’s Lani?

She’s good, considering. Uh, but she’s still on track to be released at the end of the year.

That’s great.

How was your dad’s wedding? I’m so sorry I missed it.

Uh, yeah, the wedding was–was fine, But, um… I have some pretty bad news. Uh… something terrible happened to my dad and Nicole last night.

[monitor beeping]

I, um… I just spoke with Rafe. They–they still haven’t found Dimitri, which is of no surprise given the shameful incompetence of the Salem PD. But I promise you, I will not let this go. My bastard nephew will be brought to justice.

What difference does it make, EJ? Nothing matters now. My baby’s gone, and nothing’s going to bring him back.

[grunts] How’s the baby?

[scoffs] In better shape than I am. Kid’s got lungs like Pavarotti. Kept me up half the night.

Well, you don’t think he’s sick, do you? Does he have a fever?

Sloan, he’s a newborn. Crying is, like, his only skill. It’s practically his job. Just relax, okay?

Sorry. Not normally such a loon.

Oh, I’d only be worried if you weren’t a loon. It’s your first time being a mom.

Yeah… and my first time stealing another woman’s child.

Hey, I thought we were going to focus on the positive.

Okay. Okay. Pierce, Dr. Pierce, did he say anything about Nicole? How’d she take the news?

That is hardly focusing on the positive. But, no, he didn’t say anything about Nicole, and I didn’t ask either.

[scoffs] Yeah, well, it was a stupid question anyway. I’m sure she’s devastated about the baby, and it’s all my fault.

[dramatic music]

I mean it, Gil. Stop it right there, or I will end you.

I don’t think you will.

Hey, Ava. It’s Harris. I know I’m a little early.

[gunshot] Ava? Ava?

[both breathing heavily] Ava, what happened?

He’s dead. I killed him.

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

[dramatic music]

You’re definitely right. He’s dead.

Oh, God.

It’s okay. Come here. Sit down.

[sighs]

Okay, uh, this is the second body I found in this apartment. Am I right to assume this is not connected to Li’s death?

Yeah, you’re right to assume.

Ava, Ava, do you want to tell me what happened?

He just, um… He–he showed up– up at my door, just–just out of the blue.

Okay. Just going to put the gun down. Let go. It’s okay. You want to tell me why… Gil showed up at your door?

Gil, what do you want?

A key.

A key? Right. Oh, you need one to the employee restroom?

[chuckles] It’s not for the restaurant. It’s for the Salem PD evidence room.

Are you kidding? Why?

Apparently one of our lower-level dealers got arrested last night with a certain amount of product on him. Now, he knows better than to flip, but you know how it goes.

[breathes deeply] Cops start poking around, could broaden the investigation, so the evidence needs to disappear.

So why you coming to me with this? How am I supposed to get it?

From your detective boyfriend, of course.

He wanted something from me.

What? What’d he want?

Uh, Eric’s home, so I got to go. Okay.

[phone beeps]

Hey.

Hey.

Who was on the phone?

Melinda. I called her to check in on our son. We still don’t have an exact date yet for his arrival, but it should be soon. And I’m very excited.

[chuckles]

Who’s devastated?

What?

Well, you said something about someone being devastated and it’s all your fault.

Oh. Well, yes, I just– I didn’t really want to bother you with it, but Melinda was saying that– she said that the birth mother is having a difficult time with her decision to give up her child.

Is–is she backing out of the adoption?

No, no, no. She knows it’s for the best. And she’s absolutely going through with it. She’s just… You know, it’s difficult for her, as you can imagine.

Yeah.

And I just–

[sighs] I can’t help but feeling… Really guilty.

Hey. You know what? You have nothing to feel guilty about. You and I, we are going to give this baby a wonderful life.

Yeah.

Is there anything I can do to make you feel more comfortable? Uh, another pillow? Another blanket? I could give you one of your favorite foot massages.

No.

[monitor beeping]

[door opens]

Hey, Mom. How are you? I thought you might be sick of hospital food, so I brought you your favorite pizza…

Ooh.

With extra cheese, just the way you like it.

I’m not hungry.

But I heard you haven’t had anything to eat since yesterday. Right, EJ?

That is true, sweetheart.

Mom, you can’t not eat. It’s not good for you. Here, you should at least have one slice.

I said I’m not hungry!

[sighs]

Oh, my God, Johnny. That is so awful. Your poor dad, and–and Nicole– she must be going through it.

Yeah. It’s a…

[inhales deeply] It’s a nightmare. I just wish there was– I don’t know– something I could do.

Yeah. Well, the only thing you can really do in times like this is just be there, right?

Yeah. Yeah, I suppose you’re right.

Hey, w-what if we made dinner for your dad and Nicole and took it over to the hospital? What–what do you think?

Yeah. Yeah, I think that’d be a great idea. I think they’d really appreciate that.

Okay, great. I am going to go to the kitchen and take a sneak peek and see what we can make, okay?

Okay. Hey, come here.

What?

Just come here.

[chuckles]

I just want to– I want to thank you. You just got back, and you’re already jumping in to help my family.

You’re important to me, and so is your family. I’m happy to do it.

And that is why I love you… one of the many reasons.

[soft music]

I-I’m sorry, Mom. I didn’t–I didn’t mean to upset you.

[monitor beeping]

Look, Holly, your mom’s just exhausted, and I think she just needs to rest, okay? Maybe you can come back another time.

Mom, I’ll stop by again tonight.

Thank you for the pizza.

[beeping continues]

[Nicole sniffles] What can I do, darling?

Um, I’m–I’m tired, and I, uh…

[inhales deeply] I just want to sleep.

I’ll be right outside.

[sobbing softly]

[door closes]

You bought five different kinds of diapers?

[both chuckle]

Well, there are so many different styles and brands.

Uh-huh, I’m sure any one of these is going to work just fine. Do you want to start going and, uh, getting that crib set up?

Uh, actually, I was thinking maybe I should go to the hospital, you know, check on Nicole.

Oh.

Hey, are you not okay with that?

No, of course not. Sorry. I mean, yes, I’m–I’m okay. You should go. What happened to Nicole was really terrible.

Yeah, it was. It’s a terrible twist of fate.

[dramatic music]

[sighs] Okay, Ava, talk to me. What did–what did Gil want?

Well, um… Initially, he– he claimed that he– he came here to discuss work, but then he got all handsy with me, and… he started coming on to me in the most…

[chuckles] Disgusting way, and then I realized… what he was really here for.

I can see that your blouse is torn. Did he try to assault you?

Yeah, he did.

[sighs]

[sighs]

[sighs] He just–he just– he just kept getting closer and… and closer, and then–and I tried to– I tried to–to push him away, but he–he wouldn’t, and so then I just… I grabbed his gun and–

Why–why did he have a gun?

I don’t know. I don’t know. All I know–he attacked me, and now he’s…

[breathes shakily] Oh, my God, Harris. Harris, what–what–what– what have I done? Uh, what–what have I done?

It’s okay. It’s okay.

[sobbing]

It’s okay.

[sobbing] I’m so glad you’re here.

I got you.

[sobbing]

I only wish I would have trusted my instincts.

[sobbing] What do you mean?

As soon as I met that guy…

[sniffles]

I knew he was trouble.

You have no idea.

[cries, sighs]

[Harris sighs, Ava sniffles, sighs]

[cell phone clicking]

[dramatic music]

[grunts]

Hey, Holly. How’s your mom?

Uh, awful. She barely acknowledged me when I came in the room today. She was just kind of… staring off into space. I, uh–I tried to get her to eat some pizza, and she totally snapped at me, so EJ told me I should leave. I think I was only there for, like, two minutes.

I’m really sorry that happened to you.

Yeah. She’s… in hell right now, and… I don’t know. I hated seeing my mom that way. She’s always so strong, you know.

Yeah.

Always the one who was helping me, and now… I don’t know how to help her.

Come here.

[sniffles]

[crying]

EJ. Hey, I just heard about the baby. I’m so sorry.

Oh. Thanks. I’m, uh… I’m so glad you’re here.

[sighs]

There you are.

Is he sleeping?

Shh. I just got him down for a nap, finally.

Little angel.

So what happened with Eric? You ended our call so abruptly.

Oh… Yeah, he overheard the end of our conversation, whenever I said, “She must be devastated about the baby, and it’s all my fault.”

Oh, no.

Yeah, but don’t worry. I just–I told him I was talking about the birth mother and that you had said she was having a very hard time with her decision to give up her child.

Oh. And he bought that, huh?

Yeah, he–he did.

So, um, on a happier note, are you and Eric ready to become parents?

[chuckles]

Almost. Eric bought about half the diapers in Salem already.

[laughs] Oh.

So that’s covered. And we’re going to finish the apartment once he gets back from the hospital.

The hospital? What is he doing there?

He’s, uh, visiting Nicole.

[somber music]

[monitor beeping]

Nicole? Just thought I’d stop by, see how you were doing. You know, I can come back another time.

Eric… Don’t go.

[knock at door, door opens]

Oh.

[grunts]

Whoa. Hey.

Hey.

Didn’t mean to startle you.

Don’t, um–

[inhales deeply] Don’t worry about it. My nerves are just… You know, I just–sorry.

No, you don’t–you don’t have to apologize. You’ve been through something really traumatic. But you don’t have to worry about Gil. He can’t hurt you anymore.

[sinister music]

So what? You going to– you’re going to shoot me now?

I don’t know. Depends on whether you make a move.

[sighs] Why don’t you go ahead? Try me. Test me. See how much I want to blow you away.

You don’t want to do that.

You so sure about that?

Yeah. Yeah, because if you shoot me… your son is dead.

You’re wrong. Gil can still hurt me… badly.

Ava, I don’t– I don’t understand. I mean, Gil’s dead. How can he still hurt you?

Look… what if nobody believes me, that I killed in self-defense? I mean, come on, look at my history. And I just got out of a mental institution where I shot someone.

Yeah, also self-defense.

There is no proof of this.

Okay, your sleeve is torn, right? You said the guy was assaulting you.

Yeah.

Right. CSI is combing the scene as we speak. They’re going to find physical evidence to back up your story.

And what if they don’t?

Then you’re going to have to trust the legal system.

Hmm.

Okay. Or at least–at the very least, just trust me. I will find a way to prove that you’re telling the truth… because I believe you.

Gabi trusted the legal system. And her brother, the commissioner, he made promises, too. Where did it get her? She is still sitting in a cell.

Her case has not gone to trial. She could still be found innocent.

No, not with our new DA. EJ hates her guts. And he is going to exploit his power to keep her locked up forever.

[scoffs] And you want to know who EJ hates even more than Gabi? Spoiler alert… it’s me.

[dramatic music]

Why didn’t you call me last night? I would have came over right away.

I’m sorry. Uh…

[sighs] There was just a lot going on. It’s all a–all a bit of a blur, really.

Right. So how are you holding up? I know that’s a stupid question…

[sighs]

With Nicole being in the accident and… and losing… Oh, my God. It’s just…

Yeah. My God. But it’s Nicole I’m worried about. I just don’t know if she’s going to be able to pull through this. She won’t eat. She–she barely even looks at me. And poor Holly– she stopped by, only to have Nicole snap at her.

[somber music] I want to be there for her, but I also don’t want to push. Chad, I don’t know how to help her.

All right, EJ, listen to me, okay? When I lost Abby… I was in shock, you know, in the first few days at least. And there is nothing that anyone could have said or done that would have made any difference.

[sighs]

And everyone was trying to help. I was oblivious. All right, I just wanted to be left the hell alone.

Hmm.

I was mired in grief. And I didn’t want to be rescued from it. I just shut myself off to the world… From everyone… even the people that I love. That’s what Nicole is doing right now. Okay? So you just need to give it time. And when she’s ready, she will let you know. And when she is, you will be there for her. And you will be strong for her… for both of you.

I hope you’re right.

[scoffs]

[monitor beeping]

Nicole… I’m so sorry for your loss.

Eric, I… I asked you to stay… Because I know you’re a man of God. And I need to know why. Why did this happen?

[inhales deeply] Why–why would God bless me with a child… and let me carry him for all these months and love him and give birth to him… And then just rip him away?

[inhales deeply]

I know this isn’t… an answer… Because there isn’t one. It just–

[sighs]

[breathes deeply]

We just got to believe that this is God’s will. And we got to trust those who love us.

[sobbing softly]

Hey…

[cries softly] It’s not your fault. You’re not alone. You, Nicole… are not alone.

[sobbing]

Does it bother you that Eric went to go see Nicole?

Yes. But it’s not that I’m jealous. It’s… it’s not what’s upsetting me now.

Then what is? He’s obviously just there to comfort her.

Over something that I did.

Uh, Sloan, as I’ve told you many times, guilt is corrosive, and it’s a big waste of time. What’s done is done, and we made a decision, and there’s no going back. Look, eventually Nicole and EJ will adjust to this new reality.

You really think so?

Of course they will. They are very privileged people, wealthy and powerful. They’re not going to wallow in misery forever. They have too much to live for. And as far as Nicole…

[scoffs] I don’t want to sound cold, but it’s not like she’s childless, right? She still has her daughter.

[sighs] Sorry. I didn’t mean to make this all about me.

No, hey, it’s all right, okay? Holly… your mom loves you, okay?

[scoffs]

And–and what you did with the pizza, that was very thoughtful and caring, which is not surprising, because that’s– that’s who you are.

You think I’m thoughtful and caring?

I do, because you are.

Thanks, Johnny. I don’t know what I’d do without you.

[sighs]

Hey, I’m not interrupting anything, am I?

No. No, not at all.

Chanel, hi. I-I didn’t realize you were home. I thought you were visiting your sister still.

Oh, I just got back, actually. And Johnny told me about what happened with your mom. I’m so sorry.

Thanks.

Uh, Johnny and I, we were going to make dinner and take it over to your mom at the hospital, if you want in on that. There’s all the ingredients for lasagna.

Actually, um, Holly was just saying that her mom doesn’t have much of an appetite right now. So maybe we save that idea for another day.

Oh, yeah, o-okay.

Yeah.

Um… okay, well, I’m just going to go upstairs and listen to some music or whatever.

You sure? You can–you’re welcome to– I don’t know–stay down here and hang out with us if you want.

Uh, that’s okay. But thanks for the pep talk. I’m feeling better, really.

Good.

Bye.

Oh, God. Holly’s so upset about her mom. I just… I hope I was able to help.

Oh, I-I think you definitely did, because, uh, when I walked in here…

What?

Mm. It seemed like her mind was on something other than her mom.

What’s that mean?

It means I think Holly’s got a crush on you.

[dramatic music]

I know you’re, um, focused on Nicole right now, but what about you? You taking care of yourself?

[slaps knee] I’m fine.

EJ… you’re not fine. You just lost your baby.

Yeah, you’re right. I’m not fine…

[inhales deeply] But nor am I grieving.

[somber music] I don’t know. Maybe because, uh, I haven’t fully processed that my son is gone. It just seems too cruel… That an innocent little baby could have its life taken away like that. That is so strange, so–so terribly sad… That he existed in this world and I never even had a chance to meet him.

[sighs deeply]

[groans softly] You know, I, um… I went through the same thing with Grace. Before I even knew she was my daughter, she left us. I never got to be a… a father to her. I never got that chance. And I can’t help it but– but think that, um… you know, if I just got to… meet her and spend a little time with her, even if–if it was just for a few fleeting seconds that it– that it would have brought… some comfort… To be able to… you know, carry– carry on in memory of her.

Oh…

[inhales deeply] I’d have given anything for that, anything at all. Hold my son in my arms.

[chuckles] Tell him I love him.

[sighs] No, that was a fantasy.

You’re already in love with him, aren’t you?

Totally. The way he’s looking into my eyes right now, it’s almost like he already knows that I’m his mama.

[chuckles] See? I’m being positive.

Good girl. And you have to stay positive because this little one is now your son, and you and Eric are going to give him a wonderful life.

[chuckles]

[baby coos]

You’ve gone so above and beyond for me.

Ah.

I’m so grateful.

Well, I don’t want to get sappy here, but I did it because you’re my friend. In fact, you are… the only friend I’ve had in a very, very long time.

Well… you’re kind of my only friend, too.

[chuckles] I’m just glad that one of us is getting everything that she wants.

Yeah, even if it comes at the expense of other–

Beh.

Yeah, sorry. Sorry.

[chuckles] I’m going to try and focus on the positive and say that… thanks to you… and this beautiful little baby boy… I do have everything that I want.

[dramatic music] Everything.

[baby cooing]

[monitor beeping]

EJ, I… I just stopped by to check on Nicole… And offer my condolences… to you as well.

Thank you, Eric. I appreciate you stopping by.

Excuse me.

[door closes]

EJ… I hope you don’t think that–

You don’t have to explain. I want you to know that, um… I’m here for you, too… If and when you need me.

Okay, uh… EJ may have it out for you. But you have the truth on your side.

You got a lot more faith in the justice system than I do.

Well, actually, I have some news that could help your case.

What’s that?

Well, since I had a bad feeling about Gil since day one, I did a background check.

And?

And he has a record.

Sexual assault?

Drug offense… which could lend you credibility, obviously.

[chuckles] A drug offense, uh, versus my past as a Mafia princess.

[cell phone beeps]

It’s the CSI team at your place. They want to talk. Hopefully it’s good news. I’ll keep you updated.

[ominous music]

[door opens, closes]

[cell phone vibrating]

Statesville Prison…

[vibrating continues]

[cell phone vibrating]

[sighs]

[cell phone beeps]

Yeah, hello.

Statesville Prison with a collect call. Do you accept?

Yeah, I’ll accept the call.

[dramatic music]

[chuckles] Okay, what makes you think that Holly has a crush on me?

Well, when I walked in, she was hovering off the ground, staring into your eyes.

[chuckles] Okay, come on.

No, trust me. I know that look. I used to give the same look to Zac Efron every night before bed. I had a poster of him in my room.

Okay.

Mm-hmm.

All right. Look, I know that you know and I know…

Mm-hmm.

That I’m irresistible.

[laughs]

Okay. But I promise you, Holly does not have Efron eyes for me, okay? She’s like my little sister. In fact, she is my little sister now that our parents are married.

Mm-hmm, but are you sure she sees you that same way, as just her older stepbrother?

Yes. I’m positive, and do you want to know why? Because she was very recently crushing on somebody else.

Who?

Uh, my dad.

What?

[chuckles] I know. She–she admitted it right before the wedding. Um, so, yeah, it’s him. It’s not me.

Mm-hmm.

[inhales deeply]

Seriously. Look, just please don’t say anything, okay? She said she’s totally over it, and I’m sure she would be mortified that I told you.

Yeah, well, I’m not going to say anything. But are you sure that her crush was on your dad and not you?

Yes.

I mean, he– he is old enough to be her father.

I’m positive, okay? It is my dad. It’s not me.

[dramatic music]

[monitor beeping]

Um, Chad dropped by to offer his condolences. He only just found out about the baby today.

[somber music]

You didn’t tell him last night?

No. In fact, he asked why I never called. I just said we were busy, there was a lot going on… Which is the half-truth. Honestly, I didn’t call him because I didn’t want to be comforted. I feared that talking about it would… Make it real.

I know exactly what you mean. I thought…

[sobs]

Now that you’ve had your bottle, little munchkin, it’s time for Auntie Melinda to have hers.

[chuckles] Oh… I was so impressed with you today… the way you looked at your new mommy. You were so good with her. And she is so excited to bring you home so you can meet your daddy.

[scoffs] Oh, yes, little fella, you guys are going to make a beautiful family…

[dramatic music] As long as Mommy’s guilty conscience doesn’t torpedo the entire plan.

[sighs]

[door opens]

Hey.

Hey.

Did you start without me?

Oh, no. I’m just trying to mentally prepare myself for what’s ahead.

[scoffs] How’s Nicole?

Heartbroken, heartbroken, as I expected her to be.

Poor thing. I feel really bad for her.

Yeah, me too. You know, honestly, I– as strong as she is, I don’t know how she’s going to get through this one.

Eric… I went to see Melinda. And there’s something that you need to know.

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

Ava, hey.

Hey, Harris. Oh, I’m glad I caught you. Listen, I, uh–I just want to apologize again for missing dinner last night. I know I told you that I had the night off, but, uh, Gil called me to come in at the last minute to, um, go over the books.

No, it’s, uh–it’s all right. I know it’s hard to make plans when you’re running a restaurant.

Yeah. You don’t know the half of it. But, um, I’ve got a little bit of free time today, so I thought maybe we could sneak away, grab a drink, and, uh– I don’t know, just before the dinner rush starts.

Yeah, I think I can, uh– can make that work. Should I pick you up at your apartment, 5:00?

Yeah, that’s perfect.

[knock at door] OK–ooh. Right, but, um, I’ve got to go now. Somebody is at the door.

No problem. I’ll see you later.

OK.

[phone beeps]

[tense music]

We’re, uh, due in court soon.

Court? Oh, my God, I totally forgot.

[dramatic music] How can I leave her now? I can’t think about any of that stuff. No, we’re–we’re gonna have to postpone again. There’s no other way.

Maybe there is. What if I just… drop the case?

What do you mean? Xander, are you being serious?

Sarah, your daughter was taken from you today, and it was unbearable. The last thing I want is to take her away from you again.

Oh, Konstantin. You came here telling us you were from Greece. But the way you watch over us, I think you could very well be an angel, sent from heaven.

[grunts]

Konstantin! What on Earth are you doing?

Hi. It’s me, Theresa. I just wanted to make sure that you got Victoria back to Sarah. If this all blows up, you damn well better keep my name out of it. Nobody can ever find out what I did. You hear me?

[phone beeps]

So… Theresa, what did you do now?

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

[dramatic music]

Wait. You’re really willing to drop the custody case?

Sarah, I know I said that I was willing to go to war, and I– well, I meant it at the time, but… our daughter was kidnapped today. During those few hours where she was gone where I thought I might never see her again, it just– well, it really put some things in perspective for me. I never want to go through anything like that again, and… thinking that I might put you through that, I–

Well, that’s the last thing I thought you’d say… Especially because I accused you of taking Victoria and also especially because she was taken on my watch. I thought you’d use that against me.

What? No, Sarah, I wouldn’t– I wouldn’t do that. What happened today wasn’t your fault. I hope you know that. The only one to blame is whoever took our daughter.

Oh, Maggie, I am so sorry. I should not have done that. Please tell me that we can forget this ever happened.

Do you always listen in on people’s private conversations?

I forgot this. Um, I don’t know if you’ve noticed, Theresa, but this is the farthest thing from a secluded hideaway. It’s a pretty public place to have a private conversation.

Well, if you were a gentleman, you would at least have the decency to make your presence known.

[sighs] You just–you just haven’t changed, have you? Just a couple minutes ago, I was trying to convince Alex not to hire you because I was sure that you were gonna do something underhanded to undermine Titan, this company that my grandfather spent his whole life building. But then I thought maybe I was overreacting. Maybe you have changed. And then, literally, I walk in on you admitting to someone that something is gonna blow up in your face. So, Theresa, my God, what is going on? Tell me what you did.

OK, fine. I’ll tell you.

Great. I…slept with Alex.

[sighs]

I have a rather delicate matter I need to discuss. I thought it best not to talk about it at the restaurant.

What’s this delicate matter, Gil? What do you want?

A key.

A key? Right. Oh, you need one to the employee restroom?

It’s not for the restaurant. It’s for the Salem PD evidence room.

Are you kidding? Why?

Apparently, one of our lower-level dealers got arrested last night with a certain amount of product on him. Now, he knows better than to flip, but you know how it goes.

[breathes deeply] Cops start poking around, could broaden the investigation, so the evidence needs to disappear.

So why you coming to me with this? How am I supposed to get it?

From your detective boyfriend, of course.

Sorry. Been waiting long?

No, I just got here myself. I assume you’ve been busy with the, uh–the kidnapping. Any leads on who took Sarah Horton’s baby?

Uh, nothing yet. I was actually gonna put you and Jada on it, but she’s, uh, at Stark’s arraignment this morning.

Yeah, I wish I would have known she was going after the guy alone. I hate that Von Leuschner got the drop on her.

Yeah. You and me both. But Jada’s tough, you know. I actually asked her to take off work this morning, but–

No dice.

Eh, you know Jada.

Anything I can do in the meantime?

Yeah, actually, there is. Uh… yeah, it’s the reason I asked you to lunch. I didn’t want to discuss it down at the station, but, uh… I want you to find out who murdered Li Shin.

Look, EJ had my sister charged with murder. But I don’t believe for a second that she stabbed Li.

I mean, you obviously know your sister better than I do, so… if you believe she’s innocent, I believe you. But isn’t it gonna be a little tricky? Gabi’s prints were the only ones found on the murder weapon, and Li named her as his killer right before he died.

Yeah, I know all that, OK? But you were there. You were at the scene. You saw how much blood was there. I mean, Li was barely conscious. Now, who’s to say he even knew what he was saying when he named my sister? And not to mention the fact that whoever stabbed Li could have been wearing gloves. So that leaves a lot of room for reasonable doubt. There is no reason whatsoever why we can’t continue this investigation on the DL.

Oh, yes, there is.

[light country music]

Are you crazy? You want me to steal Harris’ key to the evidence room?

Just lift it when he’s not looking.

Oh, right, right, and you don’t think he’s gonna notice that it’s missing?

Maybe he will. Maybe he won’t. But that’s not exactly my problem, now, is it? Besides, you could always convince him that he lost it. What? Why are you looking so damn skeptical?

[dramatic music]

Look, I’ve done everything that you’ve asked me to do so far, Gil. But this–look, I can’t involve Harris. I don’t even think this is a good idea. I mean, look, he is a detective. What if he figures out that I’m the one that took it, hmm? That’s gonna lead to all sorts of questions. And then if he starts figuring out what is really going on here, that’s gonna jeopardize the entire operation.

You make a good point.

Yeah.

But I’m still gonna have to go back to Clyde and tell him what I asked you to do and that you refused.

I’ll call Sloan, tell her I’m dropping the suit. No need for Eric to testify.

Wait. You’re really serious about this?

Sarah, I’m completely serious. Honestly, I–

[sighs] I never believed you were an unfit mother. I was just angry that you lied to me about the baby. But… I understand why you did it. I’ve done some terrible things, made some really– really bad decisions. But I know now that I– I can’t fix one bad decision by making another, especially when suing you for custody was never– never really what I wanted.

What is it that you really want?

For the two of us to raise Victoria…together.

I want that too.

Maggie, again, I must apologize. I honestly don’t know what came over me.

There’s no need to apologize. You just made an error in judgment, that’s all. It’s already– it’s already forgotten.

You are so very, very kind. But I’m not sure I deserve that. You just lost your husband, and–and I am trying to take advantage of your grief. What kind of man does that?

Oh. You’re a good man, Konstantin.

No, no, I am disgusted with myself. Not only have I dishonored you, but I have disgraced the memory of your husband. And for that, there is only one way I can make this right. I must leave at once and go back to Greece.

You slept with Alex?

In Greece. Do you remember that night when I wanted to stay with you in your room and you went off on me? Well…

Mm-hmm.

After you left, Alex tried to make me feel better. And he did make me feel better, and we… slept together.

I can’t say that I’m a bit surprised.

Look, I didn’t want anybody to know about this. In fact, Alex and I said that we were gonna keep this between us because he and I are gonna be working together now, and, you know, I don’t really want it out there that I slept with the boss.

No.

[chuckles] Of course not. I can totally understand that.

Good.

One thing, though. If you really want to keep this a secret and you don’t want anyone to know what happened, who were you talking to on the phone, then?

I was talking to my cousin Stephanie. I just had to tell someone, you know, and I knew that I could tell her and that she’d keep it between us. And so I told her everything, and that was her just now, asking me about it and wanting to know if I’d told anyone else.

[dramatic music]

OK. So it was just that one time, then? I mean, you and Alex, you are living together, right?

In separate bedrooms. Yeah, it only happened that one time.

[chuckles]

Why? Why are you so interested, huh? Jealous?

Konstantin, no, there’s no reason for you to leave. Honestly, I don’t want you to. I like having you here.

[sighs] That is so very kind of you, but…

[sighs] I have had the feeling that, uh, I have worn out my welcome.

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

Well, the man was a stranger before Victor died. Now he’s living with us? And also, all these gifts that he’s showering you with, like–

And what’s wrong with that?

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

So if you will excuse me, I need to pack.

You want us to raise Victoria together too?

I do. Xander… deep down, I’ve always known that you would just be the most wonderful father, you know? But to–to state the obvious– and I know that you have heard it before. But I was just so upset with you for what you had done. I was furious, actually. And the more that people told me to let go of that anger, the more I just wanted to dig my heels in.

[sighs] I’m stubborn.

Really? I–I never noticed that about you.

Oh, like you’re one to let go of grudges.

Fair point.

[chuckles]

I mean, honestly, it’s probably what drew me to you in the first place. I knew you’d be a challenge, knew I’d… truly met my match with you.

I’m the challenge?

Oh, well, call it a draw. I am sorry, Sarah, truly sorry I let it go this far.

I am too.

I don’t know what you’re playing at, Rafe, but you need to drop this immediately. We have made an arrest. And my new DA is prosecuting the case. But if it should get out that the–the brother of the accused is looking for other suspects behind my DA’s back, well, then that will look bad not only for your department but for my office.

Yeah. Madame Mayor, my sincerest apologies. But you, of all people, should understand this. A member of my family has been falsely accused of murder. I need to fix this.

You need to check yourself. That’s what you need to do. No, and are you seriously bringing my personal history into this? Because I don’t think I need to tell you how highly inappropriate that is. You work for me, Commissioner.

Of course. I’m sorry.

[sighs] Now, look, I like you, Rafe. And more than that, I feel for you. But if you don’t drop this, then I’ll just be forced to hire a new commissioner, one who can take orders. Now, I’ve already taken a risk by hiring Commander Michaels at your suggestion, but I don’t want to have to fire the both of you for going behind my back, especially when there’s a new case that needs your attention.

What is it?

Oh, there’s been an increase in drug trafficking recently, and I hear that there’s a new cartel that may be setting up shop somewhere in town. Now, I need both of you– both of you–to focus all your energies on finding out who’s behind it.

[tense music]

And let me tell you, honey, Clyde’s not gonna be happy to hear that I didn’t get that key.

But I thought we just agreed. We don’t want to give Harris any reason to start asking questions.

You’re right. We don’t. But I don’t know if Clyde will see it that way. And of course, it’s my neck on the line. So I’m not gonna have a choice but to tell him that I asked you to get the key and that you refused. And who knows how he’s gonna react? I mean, he–he could be mellow, or, uh, he could ask me to pull the trigger on your son. Although… I might be persuaded not to mention your disobedience to Clyde. That is, uh, if you do a little something for me in return.

Jealous? Jealous of you– you being with Alex? No. No, Theresa, I’m not. My only reaction is that it’s not gonna last between the two of you, I mean, you, given who you are, and he, given who he is. But no, no jealousy.

[sighs] Why would I be?

Mm? You tell me.

[dramatic music]

Everything all right in here?

If this all blows up, you damn well better keep my name out of it.

No one’s going to hear it from me.

[scoffs] Idiot. You get that crazy woman to kidnap the baby so you can get into Maggie’s daughter’s good graces, and then you ruin it all by kissing Maggie. Why would you take such a risk? Although…

[chuckles] It is still possible that this gamble will pay off.

[chuckling]

So how is my gran– oh, I’m sorry. Am I interrupting?

No, no. No, no, you’re not.

I just wanted to see how our little angel was doing.

She’s–she’s great. Uh, never better, actually, because, um… Xander and I have decided to drop the custody case.

What? Are you serious?

Yes, we are.

Yeah, it just– after everything that happened, we– we decided that we should work things out amicably.

Oh, my goodness. Oh, that’s wonderful news. Oh, sweetheart. I–that’s just what I wanted for the both of you. I’m just sorry it took a kidnapping to make it happen.

Yeah, I think we would have preferred to skip that part too.

[laughter]

But it did wake us up, because… all that matters is that Victoria is safe and sound… and home where she belongs, thanks to Konstantin. And there he is. Perfect timing, by the way. We were just talking about you and how grateful we are to you.

Well, that is very kind. I have come to say goodbye. I am leaving Salem.

[light country music]

I’d be happy to lead an investigation into the recent arrests. Last thing that Salem needs is more drugs on our streets.

On that, we agree. OK, um, I’ll be back in touch with you later in the week.

Sounds good.

And, Rafe, this is the last time that I hope I hear about this case against your sister, because I’ve given my final word on the subject.

Yeah.

[sighs]

Yeah. Sorry about that.

No, no. No. She’s right. What I asked you to do was completely against protocol.

That may be. But I feel for you, Rafe. And if you want me to pursue other suspects in Li’s death, I will.

You’re a very attractive woman. You know that? I see you, sashaying around the restaurant. You do that on purpose. I can tell you like the, uh– the attention, right?

OK. That is some craziness right there. I don’t sashay around, and I am not there for your pleasure.

Oh, but you’re there for the good detective’s, right?

Oh, my God, will you just shut up about him?

Oh, yeah, yeah, you got to– you got to defend him.

OK, you know what? Just stop it, Gil. Just stop it right now. Hey!

I don’t think you understand what I’m saying. This is not optional.

Stop it!

[yells]

Listen to me, Ava. This doesn’t have to be unpleasant, OK? You and I, we are so alike. This could be really good if you just give us a chance.

OK.

[breathing heavily] OK, OK. You know what? I haven’t thought about it like that.

[dramatic music] Maybe you’re right. You know, maybe we do have more in common than I thought.

Yeah. That’s right. That’s right, baby.

OK. Maybe we can be, uh… more than just business associates.

Exactly. Exactly. Yeah, we can, uh– we can combine business and pleasure, huh? And you know what they say. All work and no play makes Gil a dull boy.

[grunts] You sick bastard. Who’s playing now?

What the hell do you think you’re doing?

Thought it was pretty obvious. I’m making sure that you don’t rape me.

Rape you? What the hell do you think you’re–hey. Hey, I’m not a rapist, OK?

OK. Let me clarify something for you here, Gilly. When you say to a woman that sex with you isn’t optional and then you rip her blouse while she’s trying to run away from you, you are a rapist.

[dramatic music]

Pathetic. So, what, you’re gonna– you’re gonna shoot me now?

I don’t know. Depends on whether you make a move. Why don’t you go ahead? Try me. Test me. See how much I want to blow you away.

You don’t want to do that.

You so sure about that?

Yeah. Yeah, because if you shoot me… your son is dead.

Well, thanks for the offer, Harris. But I can’t ask you to jeopardize your job. Now, if I were to give up my position for my sister, then I’d be happy to pay the price. But not you, OK? I sure as hell can’t jeopardize the entire department.

So what are you gonna do?

Well, I do have a lot of faith in Belle Brady. So, uh, I’m just gonna have to believe in her. I mean, she is more than a capable lawyer, and she has gone up against EJ before, so just gonna have to have faith that she can beat him at his own game.

All right. But if you do change your mind, just say the word.

Oh, thanks, Harris. I appreciate that. But Mayor Price is right. She’s right. It wouldn’t look good if I went behind EJ’s back.

Probably a good call.

And she’s also right about the recent uptick in drugs on the streets of Salem. I mean, we arrested a dealer last night. I’ve got the feeling that there are more out there. So, uh, yeah, you should get on that, start investigating that.

Consider it done.

All right.

Look, Rafe, um, I know you took a chance when you hired me. And I’m gonna do whatever it takes to earn this position.

[light country music]

Uh, yeah. Everything’s fine.

Good, because we need to talk strategy.

Strategy? What about?

Bringing Basic Black under the Titan umbrella. This is huge for us. I want to make sure that we time the rollout perfectly, so–

OK, yes, yes, yes. We–we do need to do that. Unfortunately, I can’t talk about it right now. I’m due in court.

What do you mean you’re due in court? For what?

It’s for Sarah. Um, Justin has asked me to testify on her behalf in Xander’s custody case.

Really? Why you?

Well, among his many transgressions, he also led me to believe that my baby was dead. So a guy like that I don’t think is fit to be a parent.

Yeah, but–

Yeah, but what?

Well, I mean, didn’t Sarah do to Xander the same thing Xander did to you? I mean, if Chloe never accidentally found out the truth, Xander would have never known he had a daughter. He would have lost out on something that was rightfully his.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, that would have been terrible.

[dramatic music]

You’re leaving? Why?

I believe the time has come for me to go.

I tried to convince him to stay, but–

But I told her she has been far too generous already.

[sighs] Well, I must be going.

No, wait, wait. Before any of this happened today, my mom said that she was planning on asking you to stay through Christmas. And, well, actually, I told her that I didn’t think it was a very good idea.

[chuckles] I see. Well, then it is good that I am going.

No, no, no, I’m– I said that because I was– well, I was worried that she was getting too dependent on you.

Which is so silly, of course, since I am perfectly capable of taking care of myself.

I know. I do know that, Mom.

Yeah.

But the truth is, we all depended on you today, and you came through.

You certainly did.

And, you know, seeing as you put yourself at risk for our family, I think asking you to stay for Christmas is really the least we could do.

I completely agree with Sarah. That is, unless you have to get back to Greece to, uh– to your family.

No, there is no reason for me to hurry back. I would be ever so grateful to have the opportunity to stay with you.

Well, that is wonderful. We’re happy to have you.

And I am so very happy to know that… I will be spending the holidays with all of you. And with Victor gone, you are practically the only family I have.

So it’s settled.

Yes, it is. I suppose I must unpack.

OK. Yeah, thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it. Well, looks like I will have time to strategize after all. Justin, uh, said he doesn’t need me to testify today.

What happened?

Apparently Xander just, uh, dropped the custody case.

Seriously?

Why–why would he do that?

It wasn’t for a very good reason. Um, you’re not gonna believe this, but apparently, their baby was kidnapped today.

What?

Yeah, but she was found safe and sound.

Oh, thank God.

Yeah, thank God.

That’s insane. I mean, what kind of wacko maniac steals a newborn baby? Did they at least catch the guy?

No, no. Whoever it was got away.

Man, I hope when they find him, they nail his ass to the wall.

Mm.

[dramatic music]

[sighs] That worked out perfectly.

[knock at door] Oh, come in, come in.

Are you making yourself at home, I hope?

Yes, I am. But–

But? But what?

Well, uh, I am very happy to stay with you through Christmas, as I said. But I am not so sure that this is what you want, Maggie. Perhaps your daughter might have put you on the spot?

No, not at all. I’m delighted you’re here, Konstantin, and that you’re staying. Mm.

[chuckles]

Well, I just got off the phone with Justin. Needless to say, he was surprised.

I’ll bet. Well, I’m glad that we managed to convince Konstantin to stay.

Yeah. I mean, I know there’s bad blood between us, but… after what he did for our daughter today, we–we definitely owe him.

[baby whimpers]

Speaking of our daughter, sounds like someone needs a little attention. Actually, um, would you like to do the honors?

Really?

Yeah, of course. I mean, I know you held her when she was born, but… wouldn’t you like to get a little better acquainted?

Oh, I do, yeah. Hi. Hey. Hey, beautiful Victoria. Hello. Oh. Hi. I’m your dad. And I’m so looking forward to getting to know you. But I already love you with all my heart.

[baby cooing]

[tense music]

I mean it, Gil. Stop it right there, or I will end you.

I don’t think you will.

[knocking]

Hey, Ava. It’s Harris. I know I’m a little early.

[gunshot] Ava! Ava!

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

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

Chad?

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

Yeah, hate’s a strong word.

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

Well, something only you can give me.

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

I thought you ghosted me, Everett.

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

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

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

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

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

[sighs]

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

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

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

You mean to bring Basic Black over to Titan?

That is the one I mean.

[chuckles]

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

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

Good. Good.

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

You sound upset.

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

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

OK, I’m here.

And here is our little friend, Victoria.

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

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

Excuse me? Take the baby where?

Somewhere Sarah can’t find her.

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

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

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

Just stop it. Do not make that call.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

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

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

I assume that you still do.

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

I’m listening.

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

[sighs] That’s an ongoing enterprise.

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

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

It is.

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

[laughs]

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

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

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

It was really awkward for a while.

Like it is now with the three of us?

OK, Everett, can we not go there?

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

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

I have my reasons.

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

So this is about Abigail? Honoring her legacy?

That’s part of it.

There’s more?

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

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

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

Why?

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

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

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

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

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

[bright acoustic music]

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

You know damn well this is a totally different situation.

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

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

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

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

Not on my end.

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

[sighs softly]

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

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

Hey. Hey, what happened?

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

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

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

Then you win the bet, obviously.

Go ahead.

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

OK, Everett, that’s–

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

Mm-hmm, mm-hmm.

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

Yes, you’re wrong. So you lose.

[bright acoustic music]

Are you really sure I lost?

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

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

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

Did I not make myself clear?

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

[tense music]

Oh God, Konstantin.

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

No, I didn’t!

Stay here! I will get your granddaughter back.

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

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

Oh God. Oh.

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

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

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

What do you mean Victoria’s gone?

What?

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

Did you call the police?

I wanted to call you first.

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

I did what? What do you think I did?

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

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

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

[tense music]

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

But now?

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

I’m guessing it didn’t move you.

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

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

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

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

You sure about that?

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

[bright acoustic music]

I like talking to you, Everett, but I–

But?

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

When you vent about what?

Mom.

The police are on their way.

What happened? I don’t understand.

I don’t know. I’m sorry.

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

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

Who was it?

I don’t know. I don’t know.

Was it a man or a woman?

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

[tense music]

[sobbing]

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

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

Exaggerating?

Yeah.

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

No, no.

Are you?

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

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

OK, Brady. I can handle myself.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Just hand her over to me, damn it!

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

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

It’s OK.

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

Oh God, I can’t wait to hear it.

Oh, this you will like. Punch me.

What?

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

What am I venting about?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

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

Oh.

Did someone say my name?

Why aren’t the police here yet?

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

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

[baby crying]

Konstantin!

The child needs her mother.

[sobbing] Hi. Hi.

[laughs]

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

Nice to see too, Brady.

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

Oh, lucky us.

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

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

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

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

Yeah.

Brady, let’s go.

Oh,A Alex, Brady, someone left–

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

[ominous music]

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

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

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

Yes.

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

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

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

Oh, I am fine.

I insist. We’ll be right back.

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

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

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

Thank you for saying that.

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

I appreciate you being cool with all this, Chad.

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

Mm-hmm.

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

[bright acoustic music]

Definitely.

[sighs]

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

I’m sorry.

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

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

I got lucky. That’s all.

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

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

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

[ominous music]

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

It was a miracle.

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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THIS STILL NEEDS SOME EDITING!

[rhythmic electronic music playing]

[grunting] Hey.

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

No. You’re not disturbing me at all.

[country rock music]

You’re not really eating much.

My eggs are a little cold.

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

It’s fine. I’m not that hungry.

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

I saw it.

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

Actually, that idiot was me.

[chuckles lightly]

[line ringing]

Xander, what do you want?

Just calling to see how your mother is doing today.

She’s much better.

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

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

All right then.

Xander, why are you really calling?

I’m sorry?

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

I considered it.

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

[tense music]

Konstantin. Hello again.

Oh! Good morning. Steve Johnson, is it?

Good memory.

[chuckles]

So you just came to pick up some breakfast?

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

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

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

But it’s not really a tip, is it?

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

Well, I was–

You lied, Konstantin. Question is, why?

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

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

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

Of course. So?

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

But?

But, um–

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

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

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

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

Have you?

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

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

[chuckles]

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

Oh.

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

An idiot? I’ve been called worse.

[country rock music]

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

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

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

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

No, I really don’t know.

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

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

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

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

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

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

[phone beeps]

[gentle music]

[phone beeps]

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

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

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

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

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

None of that matters now.

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

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

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

[tense music]

Let me guess–Xander?

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

Well, what can I do?

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

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

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

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

[tense music]

Konstantin? Is he planning to stay here through Christmas?

What exactly am I lying about?

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

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

Why?

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

So you pretended to have something from the old country?

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

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

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

OK.

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

What’s up, boss?

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

Yeah. Some readers had very impassioned thoughts.

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

I appreciate that.

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

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

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

Happy to have a job.

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

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

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

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

Gee, thanks.

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

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

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

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

I’m not uncomfortable.

No, actually, you’re jealous.

That’s what you want, isn’t it?

Excuse me?

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

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

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

What?

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

[moans]

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

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

Good.

It’s good.

I’m just–I’m excited, you know?

Yeah. So when do I start?

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

I am so ready.

Good, good.

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

Awesome.

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

It feels good here too.

That’s really cool, man.

Yeah. Anniversary present from the kids.

Sweet. It’s very thoughtful.

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

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

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

Funny you should mention that.

No. What? A new case?

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

And you want to buy him a gift either way?

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

Yeah. That was very kind of him.

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

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

Sarah, do you have a problem with Konstantin?

No, no. I mean, he’s fine. But–

But what?

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

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

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

I invited him to stay here.

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

Well, of course he does, but–

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

And what’s wrong with that?

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

No, no, no.

Well–

That’s not what–

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

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

And maybe you should mind your own business.

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

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

But you’re not buying that?

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

So you think he’s just after her money?

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

[mysterious music]

[soft country music]

Everett.

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

Is something wrong?

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

Glad someone thinks so.

Chad? Something I can help you with?

Is your–your new editor in chief around?

No, he popped out for a coffee.

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

What’s this about?

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

[suspenseful music]

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

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

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

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

What do you mean?

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

[dramatic music]

What idiot could possibly find fault with your PR strategy?

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

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

Yeah. Well… it’s personal for him.

Right. How so?

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

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

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

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

He does.

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

[soft acoustic music]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why would that matter to you?

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

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

Chad, can I be blunt?

Go ahead.

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

[tense music]

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

I didn’t mean to sound so harsh.

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

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

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

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

[soft dramatic music]

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

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

[laughs]

Go ahead.

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

Yeah. Liars and cheaters and crooks, oh my.

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

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

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

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

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

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

[tense music]

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

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

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

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

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

[dramatic music]

Steph.

Hey, Alex.

Hey. I haven’t seen you in forever.

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

Oh, could be.

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

Yeah.

Oh, your cousin Theresa?

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

Hey.

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

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

And CEO of Titan.

That too.

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

Nice. You new in town?

I am.

Cool. How did he know Theresa was your cousin?

Everett and I– we hung out back in Seattle.

Oh.

Yeah, that’s one way to put it.

Oh.

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

Oh, um, yeah. My reputation precedes me.

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

That’s usually my line.

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

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

Really?

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

You’re suing Sarah for custody?

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

[tense music]

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

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

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

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

[somber music]

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

OK.

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

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

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

OK. I got it. We’re going to be fine.

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

[sighs]

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

Well, at least one of us is making progress.

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

Is that a threat?

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

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

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

Of that, I am very well aware.

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

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

Only what?

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

Mm. Imagine that.

Yes, well, that’s where you come in.

Meaning?

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

[tense music]

[gentle music]

I love to see you smile.

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

Too much?

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

But these are not for you, Maggie.

They aren’t?

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

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

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

Well, that’s a lot to ask.

Oh!

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

[mischievous music]

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

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

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

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

Meleounis.

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

So you want to go to Greece to investigate Konstantin?

Why not? Let’s get the full story.

[suspenseful music]

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

I’d like to think so.

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

See you soon.

I’ll see you around, all right?

Yes.

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

Hmm.

You too.

[soft country music]

Personal experience?

Before I went out with Chad, I dated Alex.

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

Just say it.

You really get around.

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

[suspenseful music] I need your help.

Sarah.

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

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

[tense music]

OK. I’m here.

And here’s our little friend, Victoria.

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

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

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