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Now, would I miss Victor’s welcome home dinner? Well, of course Alex is invited. I’m going to be back in plenty of time. I’m just in Chicago for a brief visit with Sarah. Oh, listen, be sure, I remind Cook to prepare all of Victor’s favorites. Okay. All right, Jess, and I’ll see you later. Bye bye. Oh, my God. Mom.

Uh, wha ha. What are you doing here? Well, um, you were out, so the doorman let me in. Oh. Great. I I wish I knew you were coming. Well, I’m sorry to surprise you, sweetie, but I suppose that makes us even, since you’ve been hiding something from me. I think it’s about time you came clean, don’t you?

I don’t mean to push, love, but this floor is murder on my knee. Get up.

Get up! What are you doing? This is a joke, right? Did that come out of a cereal box? It’d be pretty expensive cereal, Chloe. No, this is a real ring. This is a real proposal. Can we just skip to the part where you throw your arms around me and tell me you’ve never been happier? No. Not yet. Not until you convince me this has nothing to to do with Gwen.

Natty! Come on, open the door. I want to say goodbye before I leave for my honeymoon. It’s your best friend.

Don’t open the door. I’m not going away.

You’re proposing to Sloane. Yes, it seemed like the right thing to do. I mean, we are having a child together. Ah, there’s the mother of my child, ej. Sorry, did I startle you? No, no, I’m, I’m fine. You are obviously deep and full. What’s in your mind, Eric,

so you won’t say anything to anyone? Your secret’s safe with me.

Eric, you’re back. Am I interrupting?

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

So, I have to get to the office, Eric. So nice seeing you, and, and Sloan, we will talk soon. Absolutely, thank you so much for stopping by. Well, before Belinda leaves… I don’t know, somebody tell me what this little secret that you guys were discussing. Oh, that? No, that was nothing. Oh, well great, then you can share.

Eric, I, Sloan, um, there’s no point, just tell him the truth.

I’m thinking about Eric. Well, I saw him this morning at the square when I had breakfast with Chloe, and we got to see the very lovely engagement ring that he picked out for Sloan. Apparently he’s going to propose. Oh. That must have been a surprise. Well, it makes sense. They’re going to have a baby together.

What is it that you want me to come clean about? Oh, honey, come on. I’ve been waiting for you to open up about this for a while, ever since Bonnie told me. Oh, Bonnie. I know you swore to secrecy, but, Sarah, it’s not like you to keep things from me. Especially big news like this.

Were you ever going to tell me that you were involved with Rex again?

I mean, did you think I was never going to find out?

Yeah. Lesson learned, Mom. Not keeping anything from you.

Why would you think this is about Gwen? Well, when I left this morning, you were reading that article about her wedding. She married that douchebag. So what? But you don’t think that’s the reason I proposed to you, do you? No, darling. I just ran into Gwen and I, I wished her the very best and I meant it. Okay, even if that’s true, this is…

Really fast. We’ve only been together for three months. Three wonderful months, though. During which I’ve fallen deeply in love with you, Chloe. So much so, I don’t care if When Mary’s Dimitri or Sarah goes back to Rex. Whoa Wait, Sarah and Rex are back together. Where’d you hear that? Oh, Maggie told me, yeah.

I went over to the house to see her and she mentioned that she was headed to Chicago to visit Sarah and Sarah was back with Rex. Okay, was that before or after you got that ring? Come on, look, you might be able to convince me that this proposal is not something to do with Gwen, but Sarah, that’s a different story.

Gwenny! God, well it took you long enough, why aren’t you going to let me in? No, I’m not decent. Here, tell me something I don’t know. Natty, you haven’t said a word! I haven’t! I haven’t! Oh my God.

Matty, this place is an absolute pigsty. Why do you think I didn’t want to let you in? When is the last time you had housekeeping in? Well, I told them to stop coming. Since you abandoned me, I have nobody to keep it clean for. Excuse me, I may not live here anymore, but I would never ever abandon you. I’m just going to be gone a few weeks.

Plus, I had to come back to get one last hug from my bestie Matty Cakes. Oh, I’m so grateful to you for telling Dimitri that I wanted to visit Iceland. I always wish you were coming with us. You don’t mean that. I did say almost. Honestly though, I do hope that one day the three of us can be great friends.

What was that? What was what? That noise from the loo. I didn’t hear anything. You liar. You’re hiding somebody in there, aren’t you? And I know exactly who it is.

Chloe, I swear to you. This has nothing to do with Sarah. And yet you were just talking to Maggie about her. I was talking to Maggie about Victor. She wants me to make amends with him. The Sarah stuff, it’s just a sidebar. And I told Maggie, I’m glad Sarah’s moved on. Because I’ve moved on too. And putting a ring on my finger isn’t just proving that to all the women that you’ve loved before?

That’d be a pretty lousy thing for me to do to you, wouldn’t it? I know, but I don’t even think that it’s conscious, Xander. And you have to admit, all of this is… Oh, it’s really sudden. And I have a hard time believing that it doesn’t have anything to do with Sarah. Alright. Forget what

I said. This… Has everything to do with Sarah.

You’re a grown woman. I don’t expect you to tell me every little detail of your life. But getting back together with Rex, it’s not exactly little. Well, I know you’re not Rex’s biggest fan, but That’s true. I hate that he cheated on you, and more than once. You know, I get this feeling, I don’t know what it is, but there’s something you’re not telling me.

I mean, how can we have a decent conversation when you’re holding a bag of groceries? Please, would you just put them down so we can sit? And you can tell me how serious this is with Rex.

Oh, it’s that serious.

Melinda’s right, there’s no point in trying to hide this any longer. The truth is, the truth is that a Sloan should not have met with that judge behind my back. I came here planning to blow your girlfriend out of the water, but we hashed it out and decided that no one else has to know. Except, now you do, of course.

A judge? Uh, Sloane bent the rules, but she did it for her brother. And, uh, she was trying to get Colin’s sentence reduced, which I understand, but meeting alone with the judge without the opposing counsel present, in this case, is me, um, is a big no no in legal circles. But, uh, Sloane has so much to look forward to with the two of you expecting, so I am willing to look the other way.

So, that’s what you two were discussing? Mm hmm. Oh God, you’re not angry, are you? Oh, no, no, of course not. Seems like we both owe you a ton of thanks for keeping this from getting out.

So, Eric is going to marry the woman who’s carrying his child? Well, I mean, just say yes first. She will, of course she’ll say yes. And of course, Eric is the kind of man who wants to do the right thing by buying her a ring. And no, EJ. I am not upset. Not even a little. And you want to know why? Well, it is.

Because I am not invested in Eric’s life. I am invested in ours. I’m invested in us. And I love you. And you are the father of my child. And you are the man that I want to be with. Hmm. How much? Sorry? Do you want to be with me enough to say yes? If I ask you to marry me right now.

Thank you, Melinda, for being so understanding about all this. Of course. Sorry if our little mystery caught you off guard. Oh, no. It’s all good. Okay, then. I, I really should get going. Yes. I mean, walk you out. Oh

my God, you totally saved me. Look, I don’t want to ruin your life, Sloane. I, like I said, I feel like we’re becoming friends. And friends… Have each other’s back. So Eric won’t be hearing from me that he’s also the father of Nicole’s baby. You have my word on that. Eric’s right. I totally owe you. Who knows?

Maybe I’ll need a favor in return one day.

Marry you. Why do you seem so surprised to be the first time I’ve lost? Yeah, because the last time around you had this spur of the moment idea to, um, oh wait, how did you put it? Oh yes, to upstage Stefan and Gabby. And now I tell you that Eric’s gonna propose to Sloane. Hmm. So you think this is a spur of the moment reaction to that?

Understandable. Understandable. Give me a moment.

Oh, is that what I think it is?

I’ve been holding on to this for quite some time, waiting for the right moment to give it to you. And that moment is now, next to you.

Me? With what you just said. It’s all true for me as well. I’m invested in us and our life together. And I love you too, Nicole. You are the mother of my child. And you are, without question, the one I want to be with forever. And it seems like you feel the same way about me. Or did I misunderstand?

Now I know why you didn’t want me to come in here. And it has nothing to do with this room being a mess.

You can come out now, Mr. Perry. Mr. Perry? Mm, that guy that you were sexting with yesterday. Remember I saw your phone, I saw his initials MP, as in Matthew not the actor from Friends. Perry?

I want to meet the man that my Matty here is so enamored by.

He’s not coming out, Gwenny. What? Why not? What’s the big deal?

Mattie? You look positively ashen. What’s going on?

This proposal, it is about Sarah and Gwen. Just not in the way you think. I’m listening. Gwen married this Euro trash tosser who tried to blow up the world. And Sarah’s now back with some arrogant jerk who can’t stop cheating on her. But what do these two very different women have in common? Bad taste in men?

They’re happy. And I don’t begrudge them that. One bit. Because I want to be happy. And I want you to be happy. I think we can be together. But we’re already happy together. I want to commit to you, Chloe. I want to commit to more than just shacking up in this cramped apartment paying rent month to month.

And not because I’m trying to compete with those two or prove anything to anyone. This is about what I want to share with you. Let me think about it. We could have our own house, big kitchen, fireplace, lovely yard for the kitties to run around in. Kitties?

You’re pregnant. You’re very pregnant. Sarah, why didn’t you tell me? Did you think I wouldn’t be happy for you? No, no, it’s not that. This is not about Rex. I mean, it’s one thing not to tell me that the two of you are dating again, but to lie about a pregnancy all this time? I didn’t lie. You did. By omission.

Every time we talked on the phone since you moved here. And from the looks of it, you conceived right after you left Salem. Before.

Before? Yeah. Remember that one time with Rex back home right around Valentine’s Day? Well, that’s even more baffling. Sarah, what possible reason could you have to hide this from me all this time?

Wait. What? Wait a minute. That baby. It’s not Rex’s, is it? What? What are you talking about? Rex isn’t the only person you slept with before you left Salem. That’s why you didn’t tell me you were pregnant. Because that baby you’re carrying is Sanders.

You think that the babies… No, I don’t want to hear anymore because it’s not helpful for me to hear that. Sarah. What? You can’t even look me in the eye and we both know why.

It’s true. Help

me.

It’s true.

The baby is Xander’s.

But you can never tell him.

I had to. I had no idea that you wanted to be a father. Of course I do. Sooner the better. Don’t want to be one of these old geezers who has to lug his oxygen tank to his kid’s kindergarten class. I think you have a long time before you’d have to worry about that, but over the past few months we’ve talked about everything and you never mentioned that you wanted children.

Well, you know I helped raise little Mackenzie. Who turned out to be Rachel. Right, but, you know, the point is, despite that, I was a good dad. And I miss it. I mean, every time I hear you on the phone with Parker, I can’t help but imagine what it might be like for us.

Wow. Really? I want a child of my own. Children of my own someday. But not of just anyone. With you. That’s what I’m proposing. That’s what. I’m proposing. Not just a marriage. A life. Family. I love you, Chloe. I have fallen madly in love with you. Can’t imagine my life without you in it.

Corny. Please. MP is not coming out because he doesn’t want you to see him. Why not?

Because he’s a married man. His wife doesn’t know about us. Yes, I went there again. I know it’s wrong. I couldn’t stop myself. I am mad for him. He’s mad for me? Oh God, I’m a terrible person. No, you are not. I am! I’m a monster! Look, look, look at me. If this man is mad for you, then obviously his marriage isn’t working.

And then that would mean that you were his marriage ending, assuming that it does. I guess you have a point. Matty, you are one of the best people that I know. You are so loving, you’re so loyal. I don’t care what anybody else says, and neither should you. If this man makes you happy, that is the only thing that matters, because you deserve happiness.

God knows that I’ve waited long enough for happiness and now I finally have it. Oh, um, gosh, what’s the time? Oh dear, I ought to get back to Dimitri and finish packing.

I’m gonna miss you so much. I’m gonna miss you more. Oh. Alright then, come on, give us a big hug.

Say bye to Mr. Perry for me.

Oh, God. Matthew and Matty. You don’t even need to change the monograms on the towels.

Oh, dear. Adorable.

Oh, that was close. How are you not dying inside? Did you hear what she said? About the towels. No! About us! Yes, I did. I did. And she’s absolutely right, Leo. You do deserve happiness.

How am I going to get through the next few weeks without you? Funny you should ask. Go check your email.

No freaking way.

You bought that ring for me? And you’ve just held on to it? Mm hmm. As I said, I knew the perfect moment would come along. Oh my God! Is this for real? Well, you weren’t crazy about my last attempt, so, uh, I wanted to get it right this time.

I knew you were underwhelmed by my last proposal and wasn’t about to make the same mistake twice. So, when we found out you were able to carry to town, I went out and bought this ring.

You said you wanted a real proposal, the traditional kind. So, here I am. I can tell I got one part right. You didn’t see it coming.

You may be surprised, my love, but I’ve been counting the minutes until I could put this ring on your finger.

I want us to be one when our child is born. You said you’d get married when you were asked by a man who was as deeply in love with you as you were with him.

You look at him.

You’ve told me how you feel, and I’ve done the same. And now? Now, what?

Well, I guess there’s only one thing left to say.

There’s only one thing left to say. Will you marry me?

Will you marry me?

Should I have worn a tux? Damn it, I knew it, I knew it, I should have worn a tux. I’m so sorry, I just didn’t… Think through it all, you know, I

Yes, yes, I say yes

AJ you don’t have to do the whole bended knee thing We’ve been there, done that. And our history makes it all the more important to acknowledge the significance of this moment What are the odds we’d end up here? Together and happy and so very, very blessed.

Kind of a miracle, isn’t it? The universe is giving us another chance to get things right. With a child. Our child. And

I want to celebrate that, Nicole. Announce our love and commitment to each other and our child to the world.

Please, allow me to do that by letting me place this ring on your finger.

She’s got this.

Oh, hey there, Miss Ryszczek. I just read about your wedding. Congrats. Wow, how heartfelt. Thank you. Your husband’s got an interesting track record. Dmitri is a wonderful man. If he’s as wonderful as you are, I look forward to trying you jointly for the crimes you’ll inevitably commit. Just so much more efficient that way.

You know, I’m so sorry to disappoint you, but not even you can spoil my day, Miss Trask. You see, in just a few short hours, I’m headed to Iceland. Jetting off to the trip of a lifetime. Toodles.

You got me a plane ticket? To Iceland? Keep scrolling. Your hotel reservation’s in there too. But this is… The same place that I’m staying with Gwen, yes, but don’t worry, you’re an entirely different wing. But Iceland is such a small country, aren’t there more sheep than people? I’m sure you can look that up on the way there.

Dimitri, please, I cannot crash your honeymoon.

I’m sorry, Leo. I can’t stay and talk you into this, but I think we both know that you’re coming. So, pack a sweater. It does get cold there at night, but in case you do forget… I’m sure we can rely on body heat.

You have to forgive me. I, I didn’t expect to come home to a crazed Scotsman waving an engagement ring around. Well, I wouldn’t have to wave it around if you just give me your hand so I can slip it on your finger. I’m sorry, but it feels like just yesterday we were roomies and hanging up pictures and divvying up chores and now we’re…

We’re talking about marriage and babies? Come on. We’ve been more than roomies for a while now. I mean, things have been going so well, I just can’t help but think that fate had a hand in it. Fate? You were not looking for me. And I wasn’t looking for you. Somehow the stars aligned and look at us now. Here we are.

Maybe the most unlikely couple ever. We wouldn’t have ever gotten together under normal circumstances. That’s what makes me think maybe it’s meant to be. Because against all the odds, we work. Right? I mean, it works. And not because we’re trying to impress each other or beat people that we’re not. Just, we’ve just been our authentic selves.

We found love. I mean, maybe that’s the best way to find it.

No artifice. No illusion.

Just the real thing.

Well, that felt like a

yes to me.

I’m afraid it’s not.

You are not going to tell Xander about the baby? Not even after it’s born? No, I’m not. And you think he’s never going to find out about his own child? Don’t you remember this is what you did with Eric? And it ended in disaster! This is different. Wow. Xander is a criminal. He kidnapped Bonnie and Susan and that led to Susan’s death and do not tell me that that was Ava’s fault because Xander is just as responsible.

He knows that. He feels awful about that. But he’s still the same person, Mom. He’s still an amoral, untrustworthy, dangerous person. It’s why I divorced him. He will never… Change. But now there is a baby to

consider. Exactly. It doesn’t matter what he promises. Because it’s always just a matter of time before he ends up in some, some dark scheme. Like kidnapping, or, or blackmail, or whatever. And…

Look, it’s one thing to lie to me, to hurt me, to break my heart.

This is an innocent child at risk, Mom. My child! Honey, I, I understand. I really do.

But this child, this child, is as much Sanders as it is your worst. And he deserves to know.

Absolutely not. Because if he knows, then he will insist on being a part of this child’s life, and that can never happen. So… Please, Mom. Please say that you will not tell him.

So it’s a no? Really? Uh, hear me out. Xander, that proposal was beautiful and sincere, but… I think I need time, and honestly, I think you need some time too to figure out your feelings about Sarah moving forward. Darling, you can have all the time you need. But I’m telling you right now, I don’t need time to figure out my feelings about Sarah or anyone else.

Still, I think it’s the wise thing to do. You are very wise. I can’t imagine a single thing that would change my mind about

you. You know I’m right. Letting Xander be a part of this baby’s life is a huge mistake. I know that you care about him. But mom, this is about your grandchild’s safety.

I worry about you. Me? Why? Cause this plan of yours basically means that you can never come back to Salem. So when am I going to see you?

You can come here anytime. And this is what you want? To live in Chicago.

And I’ll make it work. With a pretend boyfriend? Then I assume he’s pretend.

Max and I are just friends. And how does he feel about all of this?

Rex is amazing.

He, he understands that I have to do this my way and he has promised to keep my secret. Which I noticed you haven’t yet. Yes, I spoke to Sander before I left. And I told him that you had gotten back together with Rex. He lose his mind. Quite the contrary. He was very happy for you.

It seems as if he’s finally moved on. With Chloe.

Oh, I know. Bonnie told me.

You know, it’s not gonna matter. If Xander finds out about this baby, all bets are off.

So, um, I’m not gonna be the one to tell him.

That should be you.

Dimitri! Darling, Dimitri! Ah, there you are, my love. Where have you been? I thought you’d be packing for our honeymoon. That won’t take long, and then we will be on our way to paradise. Oh, gosh, just the two of us. I absolutely can’t wait.

Fair warning. Yeah. You are in for more sex than you can possibly imagine.

That sounds like my kind of trip.

It’s a first class ticket, and the hotel does have a champagne bubble bath. No, but Gwenny says I’m one of the best people she knows. I’ve got to do the right thing, the unselfish thing. I must delete this email and forget that DVL ever sent it.

I may not be a good person.

But at least I’m predictable.

Oh, I, uh, I completely forgot something. I can assure you, you did not. I mean, this.

Allow me.

Eric.

So, that’s a yes?

Yes. That is a yes.

E. J. DiMera, I would be so very honored to be your wife.

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Oh, damn it. I’m gonna be late. I’m supposed to meet Nicole for breakfast in like 10 minutes. Then I have a video meeting at 11, but I think I’m gonna do it here at home, so I’m not gonna come into the office today. Is that okay with you? Xander, hello. Did you hear me? Oh, yes. That sounds great. Hmm. Well, something has your attention.

It’s clearly not me. What are you looking at? Gwen went through with it. She actually married that total wanker.

So it wasn’t a dream? No, it wasn’t a dream. Oh. Happy birthday,

husband. You are so sweet, thank you. It’s a pleasure. Listen, I have to run a few errands, so I couldn’t leave without making sure that you and our baby are well fed. You’re the best. This looks good. Thank you. You’re welcome. Do you have a busy morning? I don’t think so. I can check my messages. Mm. Melinda Trask called last night.

She probably wants to tell me about her date with Li

Xun.

You look like someone just slapped you. What’s up with the face?

Gabby and Stefan got married last night. Oh,

you want to talk about it? No. Okay, but you’re not going to do anything crazy, right? Like, are you a hitman or something?

Okay, okay, you’re so touchy. I was just teasing. What are you doing here anyway? Your text said you and Tripp were staying at the Salem Inn. Thought you were finally getting your big romantic evening. Well, that was the plan. Then things took an unexpected turn.

Good morning, son.

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

I came home last night, and Tripp stayed at the hotel. Why? Did you guys get in a fight? No. No, we were actually having a great time. Tripp ordered room service, and it was all very romantic, at first.

I can’t believe you did all this. I told you, if we’re in a first time together, it’ll be special. So that is still the plan? No, of course. Why wouldn’t it be? Unless, unless you’re having second thoughts. No, but I thought you might be. Why would you ask that? Oh, what’s up with the two beds? No, no, there was a mix up with the reservation.

And then once I realized it, we weren’t going to have the room available. We could, uh, push the two together. Or use one of them in the other. Look, I know it’s not ideal. No. This is perfect.

Ah! My God! What are you two breeders doing in my room? What

the hell are you doing in my bed? Ugh! Sleeping? You’re supposed to be in that bed. I know. I was, and then I woke up in the middle of the night feeling sad and alone. I just wanted to be close to another human being, so I crawled up under the covers. It was totally innocent, I promise. Don’t be mad, okay? I’m…

I’m not mad. You just freaked me out. Oh, good. Well, if you’re not mad, can you stop talking? My head is pounding. No, but it is. Here, you need to hydrate after all that drinking you did last night. Oh, thank you. Peach brandy is no joke. I was such a drama queen. I get it. You’re upset about your boyfriend. Uh huh.

Well, this is a nice surprise.

Make a wish, my darling. Here

as

soon as I could. Leo! What’s with the disguise? I was trying to be discreet. Oh, of course. Well done, you. Alright, alright, you said you had some big news, so… Spill! I got the call this morning. The Von Leuschners have amended the terms of my inheritance. I’m no longer required to marry a woman. It can also be a man, which means that I can divorce Gwen and marry

you! have made me the happiest man in the world! No, the galaxy! No, the entire universe! So? So? So? What did you wish for? I can’t tell you, or it won’t come true.

So, wait a minute. Why did Leo Stark have a key to your room? Well, that’s the weird part. Turns out it was actually…

Kiss room. Leo, what the hell are you doing here? No, what the hell are you doing here? This is my room. No, I was told that this was a long term rental, but that it was vacated. By Gwenny. Not by me. The hotel was supposed to move the room into my name. Not kick me out. Wait a minute. Where are all my things? I…

Maybe down at the front desk? What? That is unacceptable. I need to speak to the manager. Hello? Hello? Can anybody hear me? Hello? Leo, let’s just try to stay calm, okay? I’m sure we can get this whole thing straightened out. No, no, no. Nothing ever gets straightened out. Except the men I love, they all get straight.

Leo, are you okay? You know, I bet Phyllis is behind this, that old bitty. She has always had it in for me. Yeah, are you okay? Because you seem a little distraught. Of course I’m distraught. You two have stolen my home. My things are gone, and worst of all, I just watched my best friend marry my boyfriend. Are you

seriously not going to tell me what you wished for? And have it not come true? Now why would I do that? Come on. I know that we’re husband and wife. We can’t be keeping any secrets from each other. I am sorry, my love. But I do not make the rules.

Well, at least I know one of your wishes came true. You got married before your 40th birthday. Thanks to you. Not everyone would be as understanding about that rush. And like I said… I promised myself that I would be settled down by a particular milestone, and I know it sounds crazy, but it was important to me.

Well, I have to admit it was a bit bonkers, but really I think everything turned out so brilliantly, don’t you? Mm hmm. So, you really didn’t mind having to share your special day with Gabby and Stephen? Who? Oh, them. Barely even noticed them. You know why? Why? My eyes were on my very handsome groom the whole time.

I felt the same way about my beautiful bride.

Really? Um, where’s that gone? Don’t worry, now that you had a fish of your birthday muffin, I’m going to give you your birthday

present.

Maggie, you No, it’s always a pleasure to see you, but I’m afraid this might be a bit of a waste of time. What do you mean? Well, I assume that you called me over here so you can try and talk me into working for you, again. And like I said before, I’m perfectly happy at The Spectator. Uh, well, um, no. That’s not why I asked you over.

Actually, it has to do with your Uncle Victor. What about him? Xander, I think you and he should try to make amends. Now, wait a minute. I know how difficult Victor can be. I mean, no one knows that better than me. But he also can be soft hearted when it comes to family. And I know it’s been very distressing to him that you and he are estranged.

I mean, he loves you, Xander. Well, he has a funny way of showing it, doesn’t he? I mean, he belittles me at every opportunity. Makes me feel worthless. Well, he got upset because you walked away from the family. You must be joking, Maggie. He practically shoved me out the door. Okay, okay. Well, maybe, maybe we remember it differently, okay?

Maybe so. The point is, um, Victor isn’t getting any younger, and his health isn’t what it used to be. And I think the two of you should try to reconcile, you know, before it’s too late.

Wow, you must have been so relieved to get those test results back. Yeah, I was. I mean, not that I thought that there were any genetic issues with the baby, but it was definitely reassuring. One less thing to worry about. Nicole, a specialist does not see any major complications, so why don’t you just learn to relax and enjoy being pregnant?

Well, I sure do like eating for two. I could use a mimosa, though. I know, but trust me, the sacrifices will be worth it in the end. Yeah, I agree. I wonder if Eric and Sloan have gotten their genetic tests back yet. What do you mean? They’re having a baby too. What? Since when? Since Sloan decided she needed to find a way to hang on to Eric.

Stop it. You know it’s true that Piper would do anything to hang on to him. Okay, maybe, but I don’t see why you should care. You’re having EJ’s baby and you’ve moved on from Eric, right? Okay, I will be right back. You, uh, you need anything before I leave? I don’t, I don’t know. Maybe just a goodbye kiss? Oh, my pleasure.

Oh. Hey, Melinda. Uh, Eric. Hey, I’m sorry I didn’t mean to startle you, but I was just on my way out. Oh, uh, don’t let me keep you. Uh, is Sloane home? Um, she’s inside. Please. Uh. Uh. Alright, I’ll see you later. This is a surprise. Oh, you didn’t get my message? Sorry. No, I was about to check. But is this about Lee?

Shin, no. My brother? Oh, no. No. I just wanted to finish the conversation we started yesterday. I mean, before Eric called, you were gonna tell me some big secret. Oh, like I said, you know, it wasn’t important so much. It sounded important to me. You said it was about Nicole Walker, right? Um, yes? I thought so. It was a coincidence, I just ran into her at the square.

Melinda, did you say anything to her? Of course not, but we did have a very interesting conversation and it made me wonder. Does your secret have something to do with the father of her baby?

Melinda, I have no idea what you’re talking about. Oh, I bet you do. Nicole told me that you helped her figure out the paternity of her baby. That was awfully generous of you. Of course, I have a vested interest. Obviously. Obviously. So you volunteered to get a swab of Eric’s DNA? Which turned out to not be much.

Uh huh. As far as I can tell, E. J. DiMera was never tested. Curious, isn’t it? Wasn’t really unnecessary, was it? Nicole also told me that she tried to pick up some DNA results for her baby, and somehow you ended up with them instead. Yeah, it was just a mix up. Nurse gave me the wrong envelope. Curiouser and curiouser.

Is that what really happened? Of course it is. What are you getting at? Simple, really. I feel like I’ve been given all these pieces to this puzzle. And at first it was really hard to see the whole picture. But now that I’ve had some time to put it all together, though… I think I’ve figured out your secret.

Is Eric the father of Nicole’s baby?

Nicole, you are over Eric, aren’t you? Oh, you know what? This is Brandon calling. He is gonna want an update about Abe, so I’ll be right back, okay? Okay. Hey, Brandon. Yeah.

Eric, hey! Chloe, hey, how you been? I’m good, good. So, I hear that… Congratulations are in order. You and Sloane are having a baby. Yes, we are. Oh, and it looks like you, um, did some damage at the jewelry store. As a matter of fact, I did. You know what, you have impeccable taste. Do you mind telling me what you think?

Sure.

Oh. Wow, that is beautiful. Is that an engagement ring? Yeah. I was going to propose to her. What?

Maggie, I mean, I’ve been doing just fine with that Victor in my life. But he needs you. He doesn’t have that many family members around, aside from Justin. And he’s not on good terms with Brady, or Sean, or Alex. And whose fault is that? Please, Xander. He’s been in very low spirits lately. I, I, I think it would help if you offered him an olive branch.

All right, Maggie. I’m only doing this for you because I hate to see you worry about that old tosser. Thank you. Oh, thank you, Xander. Like I said. Thank you. Just for you. Okay. I might as well get this over with. I assume he’s upstairs. No, he’s not, uh, at the moment. He went to visit Bo. Oh. Why? Has there been a change in his condition?

Unfortunately not. He’s still comatose. I think that has a lot to do with why Victor’s been so low. Oh. Okay. As soon as he gets back, I promise I’ll stop by. Okay. But in the meantime, can I take you out for breakfast? Ooh, I’d love to. But no, I have to take a rain check because, uh, I’m on my way out of town myself.

Oh, where are you going? Chicago. To see Sarah. Oh. Any particular reason? I, I think it’s time that she and I got everything out in the open. I won’t. About the fact that she’s in a relationship with Rex Brady.

Oh my, my love, this is the best birthday gift ever. I aim to please… Oh my god!

Something wrong? Uh, yes, no, no, no, I, um… I, I was just overwhelmed with pleasure. Oh. Yeah. Alright, well then I’ll carry on then. No, please don’t. I, uh, I was getting a little lonely up here, all by myself. I miss that, uh, that gorgeous face of yours. Ah,

I know it’s hard to believe given my overall level of fabulousness, but I don’t have a boyfriend. Sure you do. You told me all about him last night. Did I? What exactly did I say?

Okay, look, you’re obviously having a rough night. So, we don’t want to make it any worse, so we’re just going to head out of here. No, no, no, no. Please, please stay. I don’t want to be by myself. Um, we hardly know you. Maybe there’s a friend we can call for you? I just told you, my only friend in the whole wide world just married my boyfriend.

There is no one else. Please don’t abandon me.

He’s so wasted. I would feel really terrible if something bad happened to him. Yeah, me too.

Okay, so you go. I’ll stay. Thank you, my hunky blonde angel. God, are you sure about this? Because I can stay and then… Go. Save yourself.

Um, then I’ll go home. So much for our romantic evening, huh? I’m sorry. It sucks, but… What are you gonna do? We’ll have to try again another time. Mm hmm. Mm hmm. Good luck. Oh,

it’s gonna be so lonely without my BFF. Yeah, uh, speaking of that, isn’t your BFF my cousin Gwen? Yeah, why? So does that mean that your boyfriend, uh, is… Dimitri Von Reuschner. Yes. Yes. Or at least he was. Oh.

I was drunk. I don’t know what I was saying. I think you did. I mean, yeah, you were rambling a bit, sure, but, uh, you were pretty adamant that Dimitri was your boyfriend, so… Have you two been messing around with how my cousin’s back?

Don’t be ridiculous! I would never sleep with my best friend’s fiancé. You said that… It was wishful thinking! Yeah, I’ve always had a secret crush on Dimitri, and in my mind, he sort of became my boyfriend. Like in college, how Freddie Prinze Jr. and Ryan Phillippe were my boyfriends. Surely you’ve had someone like that.

I mean, a gorgeous actress that you wish was your girlfriend, you fantasized about day and night. Emma Watson. Ah, yes! Excellent choice. Big Harry Potter fan before the whole controversy, but, you know, as we were saying. Okay, well, um, anyway, I have a very vivid imagination and I’ve always been sort of pathetic when it comes to romance, so.

So there’s Gwenny. Okay, then how did you know?

How did I know what? Well, you said that he had a… a magic penis. No, no, no, no, no, no, no. I did not say that. Yeah, you kind of did. Um, uh, okay, uh, uh, Alright, well, um, The truth is… Oh, this is embarrassing. It was, um, part of the fantasy. That his penis was literally magic. You know, like it could cast spells like a wand.

Oh, okay. Well, you just said you were a big Harry Potter fan. Surely you get the appeal of the magic wand. Yeah, I, I just, I can’t even. Okay, look, look, look, look, look. I am always falling for these hot straight men. Pining for them, really. There’s Dmitri, Xander Cook, Chad DeMera. And you too. I mean, who wouldn’t want to follow that happy trail?

Alas, none of my straight boy fantasies ever come true. And that’s true of Dimitri also. It’s just a totally stupid, unrequited crush. Anyway, I was being such a drama queen last night. You know how it is, you always think you have a chance until they actually marry a woman. Yeah, but I mean I know, I know what I said.

I was four sheets to the wind, not making any sense. Thank you for staying with me, taking care of me, especially since I ruined your night with Wendy Shin.

Sorry your big romantic evening got ruined. If it’s any consolation, mine was too. Wait, really? Why, I thought you were all excited about your date with Melinda. I was, but then you got in my head. I did? All your talk about how she might be playing the long game to try to trick me into a confession. It just got to me, you know, and then I showed up for the date and made an immediate excuse and left.

But Lee, if you didn’t brainwash Harris to kill Stefan, then you had nothing to worry about. Right? Melinda’s a shark. I would put it past her to set me up somehow. Okay, I doubt she’d go that far. But anyway, yeah, it’s probably best that you stop seeing her. Honestly, doubt that you could ever trust her. Yeah.

You’re right. But! That doesn’t mean that you should give up on love. Okay, I know there’s someone out there. Who is perfect for you. Someone who doesn’t want to put you behind bars.

Eric’s not the father of Nicole’s baby, EJ is. The paternity test proved that. Right, the paternity test that was based on the swab that you supposedly took from Eric’s DNA. And as you pointed out, you had a vested interest in him not being the father. Wow, you are making some pretty huge assumptions here.

But you can see why I would be suspicious, right? After all, those genetic test results were the one thing that can prove the paternity test wrong. And what, you just happened to get your hands on them first? By mistake? I just don’t believe that’s a coincidence. Listen, before we were interrupted yesterday, you were about to share a really big secret with me.

So you might as well just tell me now.

Okay. You were right. I’m not the only woman carrying Eric’s baby. Nicole is too.

You’re proposing to Sloan. Yes, it seemed like the right thing to do. I mean, we are having a child together. Even though we put the car before the horse. So you’re buying the horse. You know, I better get going. It was good to see you. And, um… Congratulations again, and good luck with the proposal. It’s a really beautiful ring.

Thank you, Court. Yeah, good luck.

Are you okay? Yeah, yeah. Just really use that mimosa right now.

Sarah’s dating Rex? Apparently. Actually, Bonnie’s the one who told me. When she went to Chicago, she found out that they had been involved for quite some time. And Sarah has not mentioned it to me. Huh. Why’s that, I wonder? Oh. Well, according to Bonnie, I don’t think Sarah wants me to know because she thinks I’ll disapprove.

It is weird because it wasn’t that long ago Bonnie was insisting to me that Sarah and Rex weren’t together. Well, maybe she won’t hurt your feelings. Which is what, which is what I should have considered before I opened my big mouth. I’m so sorry. Don’t worry about it Maggie. No, I’m happy that Sarah’s moved on.

Okay. Because I’ve moved on too. Oh, okay. So things are going well with you and Chloe? Oh yes, very. Very well. We’re getting pretty serious. Oh, well I’m glad. Okay, well you know what, I really should get going. Um… Of course. Um, well, I hope you have a nice visit with Sarah. Yeah, me too. Uh, I’m going to be very interested in what my daughter has to say for herself.

Ha ha. So much. Hmm. Hi. Hi. Didn’t expect to see you this morning. But you’d be enjoying life as a newlywed. Gwen had an errand to run, so I figured I’d come and check in on you. You seemed a little gloomy last night when you left the reception. Gloomy? That’s putting it mildly. It was, as you can imagine, not fun for me, seeing you and Gwen as this happy couple.

I was jealous, then guilty, then sad, then angry, and finally gloomy. Now I know how Abigail Devereux felt when she had all those split personalities. I’m sorry, Leo. If it makes you feel any better, I was thinking about you all last night, and then more this morning. I missed you terribly. Really? Really.

Well, if it isn’t Mrs. Dimitri von Leuschner. Congratulations on tying the knot. Thank you. It’s actually a good thing I bumped into you. You saved me a trip. Um, I was gonna come to the office and tell you that, um, my husband and I are going to be taking some time off for our honeymoon. Of course. Where are you going?

Iceland. First class tickets to Reykjavik. Oh, that’s fantastic. I know how much you’ve always wanted to go there. Hope you have a wonderful trip. Hang on, what’s, what’s all this about? Huh? You’re being strangely supportive about all of this. Why wouldn’t I be? Oh, come on. You know that you were trying to discourage me from marrying Dimitri.

Well, that’s true. I still don’t trust that guy, but… It’s like I said, Gwen. I just want you to be happy.

Well, for the record, I am happy. Actually, I’m happier than I ever have been, ever thought I could be. I’m glad to hear it. Seriously. I think it’s great that everyone is finally moving on with their lives.

You seem really upset. No, I’m not upset. Shellshocked. Okay, I don’t know why I am. I mean, I should have seen this coming. Sloan is having a baby, so obviously they’re going to be a family. And you and EJ and your baby are going to be a family as well. Unless you don’t want that. No. Of course I want that. And to answer your question earlier, yes, I am over Eric.

It’s just…

It’s weird to see him starting a life with someone else, especially with a woman who’s so wrong for him. Nicole. I know. I know. It’s none of my business. I’m in love with EJ and whatever Sloan and Eric do is no concern of mine. I get it. I got it. Fine.

Look, I told you before, my family’s been decimated. All I had in this world left was Eric. And I didn’t want to lose him. Which is why I swabbed my cheek instead of his. No, wait a minute. How do you know for sure that Eric is the father? Because I saw the results. The genetic test results. It was very clear.

EJ was not a match. Which means, Eric is. And you decided to keep this a secret? I know it seems awful. I seem terrible. And I feel terrible. about it, you know, keeping him from his other child, which is partially why I suggested that we get pregnant. But now that you’re pregnant, you and Nicole are on a level playing field.

Why don’t you just tell him now? No, no, the playing field is not level. If Eric finds out what I did and if he does find out and Find some way to forgive me, which is very doubtful. I’m just gonna go back to Nicole. I know it. Rich Melinda is why he cannot find out. Look, I have to ask, now that you know the truth, are you gonna use this against me?

Hey!

I was wondering what happened to you. Are those for me? Yes. They’re not enough, but they’re my way of saying that I’m sorry that things didn’t go the way we planned last night. That is so sweet of you. Thank you. And actually, I admire that you stuck around to comfort Leo. God, he was such a mess. How is he this morning?

He was better, I guess. Wickedly hungover, of course. I really wish that I had woken up with you in my bed instead of him. Whoa, Leo Stark was in your bed? Yeah, only because he was lonely and freaked out. And obviously he was totally innocent. But, anyway, enough about Leo right now, okay? Right now I just want you to know that I am still determined to give you the romantic dinner and night that you deserve.

And next time, I promise, there’ll be no interruption.

Sorry I didn’t get a chance to say it earlier, but happy birthday. Oh, you remembered. How could I forget? What, with the countdown to the inheritance, having to marry a woman? Sorry I didn’t have time to get you a gift. Leo, just being here with you is gift enough. That’s sweet.

Just so we’re clear, when my birthday rolls around, I’m gonna need something a little more tangible. And sparkly. Noted. And that won’t be a problem. Aye. You know what is going to be a problem? Keeping this secret for an entire year. Especially from Gwenny. You need to stop worrying. We’re gonna make this work, okay?

Matty! It’s me! Open up! Oh, hey there! Hey!

How’s Nicole? She’s good. Well, more like she’s okay. She just found out that Eric and Sloane are having a baby and she’s not too thrilled about that. Really? Eric knocked up Sloane Peterson? My God, for an ex priest, that lad really does get around, doesn’t he? That’s not the only news about him. He happened to stop by our table and he said he’s going to propose to Sloane.

That is a crazy coincidence. What do you mean? Must be, I don’t know, something in the air? Something in the air? What are you talking about? Chloe Lane, will you marry me? I

know that this is not the first time that I’ve asked you, but I’m hoping it’s the last.

Walker, will

you do me the honor?

You can relax Sloane. Of course I’m not going to use this secret against you. I sure as hell hope not. I, I shouldn’t have opened up about this to anybody, honestly, but I just, I just, I had to get it off my chest. I had to unburden myself. I completely understand. And I’m sorry if I came on a little strong.

I just, I can’t thrill out of solving mysteries. And besides, I’ve really liked getting to know you, and I think we’re starting to become friends, and I don’t have many of those. So I wouldn’t do anything to jeopardize that. So you’re not going to say anything to anyone? Your secret’s safe with me.

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I’m sorry. I’m sorry if it seemed if I was attacking you for opening up Nicole’s genetic testing results. No, it’s okay. I, I understand. No, it’s not important. What’s important is the baby. Yes, that, that is what’s important. Um, Eric, earlier, whenever I got to the pub, and your dad said you guys were toasting to the new baby.

We were. Right. Look, I could just tell by the look in his eyes that he really wasn’t that happy about it. I mean, he doesn’t want his son having a baby with the pariah of Salem. So, please. Come on, Eric. Just admit it. I mean, your dad still hates me.

What’s up, Granddad? Huh? Huh? Hello. Eric and Son’s baby. Oh, that. Oh, that? Come on, Bronan. I mean, how often do you get to welcome a brand new grandchild into the family?

You know, when you told Eric about your mom’s quote, every baby is a blessing, I thought that was the beginning of you getting over your disappointment that he’s having the baby with Sloan. I’m still not quite there. Unfortunately, look, I… I’m very happy for Eric. He’s waited a long time to be a dad, but damn it, Kate.

I just wish he hadn’t chosen Sloane Peterson to be the baby mama.

Oops.

And here we are, back in the common area where we began the tour.

How are you feeling? Uh, you know, just… I’m a little nervous, if I’m being honest. That’s understandable. I think you’ll feel better once you get acclimated and you start your treatments. Yeah. Thank you again for getting me admitted here. You don’t have to thank me. I’m just sorry it took so long. I guess Bayview was a little short staffed.

Even more reason I’m grateful you found a place for me here. Now I can get the help that I need and hopefully make sure I never hurt anybody again.

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

Ooh, let me guess, a wedding gift for Gabby and Stefan. That’d be hard. No. Then perhaps for our nephew and your full manatee? Nope. Wouldn’t buy either one of those couples a roll of toilet paper. Then who’s it for? It’s for you. For me? Why? Just… Shut up and open it. Alright.

Ooh, cigars. Cuban cigars. It’s customary for a father to be, isn’t it? Well, it’s a little old fashioned, but appreciated nonetheless. Congratulations, EJ.

Thank you. Your kindness means the world to me. How is Nicole doing? She’s going great. Uh, I flew in a high risk pregnancy expert, and, uh, she’s confident, uh, that, um, both mother and child are doing extremely well, so we’re expecting a safe and healthy delivery. That’s good news. Mm. It is indeed. Uh, how about you?

How are things going now that you’re cohabitating with the lovely Miss Johnson? Well, it would, uh… It would be going a lot better if Alex Kariakis would leave us the hell alone. Hiya, neighbor. Alex, hi. Hi. So, I ordered some Chinese food for myself, and I just realized I ordered way too much. Would you mind taking it off my hands for me, please?

Why don’t you just stick it in your fridge for tomorrow? Because I want you and Chad to have it. It’s from the same place that we ordered from, you ordered from, last time. It’s delicious. And it’s the least I could do for her. You two allowing me to tag along with you to the pub, after my horrible date with Melinda Trask.

Right. Can I come in? Sure.

Where’s Chad? Uh, he went to go see his brother. Oh. Well, did you want to eat some food now, or did you already eat dinner? Uh, no. I haven’t actually, but I’d rather wait for Chad. Right. Do you mind if I wait with you? If you do, it’s fine, I will not be offended, I mean it. No, you can, you can wait with me.

I didn’t tell you, did I, um, the reason why my date with Melinda went south? No. Why did it? Because… Of you.

Uh, I, I didn’t see you. Sorry about your, um, uh, Fried pickles and milkshake. Oh. Also, ew. It’s a craving, and a cliché, I know, but things don’t become a cliché without a good reason. And this is all I’ve wanted since I got pregnant. Ah, yes, your pregnancy.

Can I tell you something in complete confidence? Of course. But I mean it, Melinda, like, you cannot tell anybody, not a living soul, like, no matter what, nobody. I won’t. I swear. What’s it about?

Nicole Walker.

Why don’t you let me get you another round of this delicious combo? It’s the least I can do.

Well, I should be going home to EJ, but I’m starving, so why not? Great! I’ll get you some more fried pickles and a milkshake. Vanilla? Yes, yes. Oh, and I got it at Sweet Home Diner. I’ll be right back. Sweet Home Diner! Got

it! My father doesn’t hate you, but I will admit he wasn’t. Happy you and I are still together, but he’s going to come around, and when he does, he’s going to see how happy you make me. Then he’s going to realize what a wonderful person you are. I don’t know how wonderful I am, but I do hope that he notices that I’m a different person now.

I’ve changed, and maybe even warms up to me a little bit. I mean, after all, your relatives are pretty much gonna be the only family this baby has. Well, I promise you, baby is gonna have plenty of family to love and to be loved by. In fact, baby Brady is gonna have the entire village of Salem looking after them.

Baby Brady? Well, I assume we’re eventually gonna have to come up with a first name. Uh huh. Well, by what makes you think our baby’s taking your last name?

All right. I will leave you to get settled, and if there’s anything you need, anything you want, I’m only a phone call away.

I must say, I think this is a very brave decision you’ve made. Thanks again for all your help.

Harris Michaels?

Eve Donovan.

So then he moves in right across the hall from us. Coincidence? No, it’s not a coincidence. It’s not a coincidence that he’s showing up without a shirt on at all hours of the night. And, you know, there’s always some new crisis that he needs his good friend Stephanie’s help with. Hmm. Doesn’t sound like it to me.

I mean, I swear to you, EJ, you know, this guy, he acts like he’s oblivious to the fact that he’s an annoying pain in the ass. And that’s putting it mildly. You know, in reality, he’s a devious son of a bitch who will come up with any ridiculous reason to intrude on our privacy. Sounds like the man is utterly shameless.

Yeah, shameless. And totally transparent. I mean, we can’t get away from him. He’s either hanging out because he doesn’t have any hot water, or, you know, he’s interrupting our dinners. Okay, okay, this, this… This needs to stop. So you need to stop being tactful and polite because it’s obviously not working.

Okay. Then what do I do? I mean, how, how do we get him out of our apartment? Well, in my experience, Chad, the only thing that works for idiots like Alex Kiriakis is to be brutally honest. You need to put that slab of beef on notice, otherwise you are going to lose the woman you love.

So Melinda ended your date because you wouldn’t stop talking about me? No. It is not as pathetic as it sounds, really. I was just trying to explain to her how… Losing you led to my epiphany, you know, that I have to treat women with more respect. Well, here’s another lesson, um, talking endlessly about an ex on a first date isn’t exactly respectful.

Oh my god, you are so right. Damn, I still got a lot to learn. I’d say so, but… Points for effort, you know, and being humble enough to admit that you’re still a work in progress. Ah. So I’m not a hopeless case, huh? No. I didn’t say you got this.

Why wouldn’t the baby take my last name? I’m the father. And I’m the mother. What if I want him or her to be a Peterson? That isn’t even your real name. Bedford, whatever. You know, my point is, is that we’re not married. So you can’t just assume our baby’s gonna take your last name. Maybe we should be. Maybe we should be what?

Married.

Fuck, I… Damn it, I wish I could get on board with Derrick and Sloane. But no matter how much Eric protests and says she’s learned from her mistakes and is a changed woman, there’s just something about her I don’t trust. Okay? It’s a question of character. Well, I’m sure there are more than a few people in Salem who would question mine.

But still, you managed to love me. Eric and Sloane barely know each other. You can’t compare that to what we have. I love… As to the test of time, whereas Sloan Sloan is a rebound of a rebound who became a baby mama. Uh, so first of all, can we just retire that phrase, baby mama, and maybe find something a little less sexist?

Done. Sounded weird coming out of my mouth anyway. Yeah, see? Yes, right. And see? You’re always making me a better person. I doubt very much that Song’s gonna do that for my son. Maybe he’s going to make her a better woman, like you did for me. No, you did that on your own. And as a result, all the difficulties we had, they’re in the past.

Because now we trust each other completely.

Hey, what’s wrong? Is there something you’re not telling me?

What are you doing here? Well, I’ll, I’ll, I’ll go first. Okay. It’s a long, convoluted story to say the least, but the short version is, is that, um, I let vengeance consume me to the point where I lost all reason. And I could have gone to prison, but they deemed me criminally insane. So, I am here. Your turn. Uh, yeah, um, Well, let’s see, um, on more than one occasion, Stefano DiMera’s daughter, Megan Hathaway brainwashed me to kill innocent people.

God’ll love Salem. Yeah. I guess this is not where either one of us expected to be after we graduated Salem High, huh? No. But then again, I didn’t have as much fun in high school as you did.

I suppose not. Well,

I’m going to get going because I have a group session very early tomorrow morning. Uh, Eve.

Just something I have to say.

I’m sorry.

Okay. So then, what do you propose I do? I am proposing that you get Alex Kiriakis to stop darkening your doorstep. You need to fight for your woman, Chad.

When in doubt, ask yourself. WWSD.

What would Stefano do? Really? Yes. Then what do you suggest I do, lock Stephanie up in a gilded cage beneath the streets of Paris? Well, not that extreme. But you have to let Alex and his obnoxious abs know that he can’t keep interfering in your relationship, and if he does, there are going to be consequences, otherwise he is going to continue to take advantage and chip away at your relationship until there is nothing left.

You know what, EJ, for once, I think you’re actually right. Of course I am. I will see you later. Where are you going? I waste time. I’m gonna go straighten out. Alex car. Atta boy. Go beat Damira.

Oh my goodness, this is so worth the wait. It’s so salty. Oh, I’m so glad you’re enjoying yourself. So, uh, I was just in court with Sloane Peterson. Yeah? So? Sloane’s a lawyer, you’re a lawyer. Isn’t court where you people see each other? Oh no, of course, I just meant that. Well, she’s pregnant too. And? So? And your ex husband is the father.

I mean, what are the odds? Must be something in the water in Salem. Oh. Really? Two women being pregnant a few months apart in the same town is hardly an expose for Lady Whistleblower.

Nicole Walker, what, what about her?

As you may recall, she’s pregnant.

Looks like I struck a nerve. What? No, you didn’t. What do you mean? Obviously, me bringing up Sloan and Eric’s baby has rained on your pickle parade. What? No. You know what? I don’t care about them. I am with EJ now and I am focusing on my pregnancy, which is going very well by the way. Oh? The genetic testing came back all clear.

And I am confident that I can carry this baby to term. Genetic testing? Are

you proposing right now? I

guess I am. I mean, we sort of did this whole thing in a crazy order. We were a lawyer client and… and friends with benefits. Now we’re having a baby. Now we’re having a baby. I want to make a commitment. To our baby. To you. I want our baby to carry Brady as a last name. It’s a name that I’m really proud of.

And obviously since it’d be a lot easier if the child’s parents had the same last name. I’d like you to carry That name too.

Kate, there’s camera here. I know, I don’t mean to. We got past you, known, Lucas kidnapped Sammy, because you swore to me there would be no more secrets. I didn’t, I meant it. Have you gone back on your word? Roman… Dammit, Kate, tell me the truth. Okay, yes, yes, there are… There’s something I’ve been keeping from you.

What is it? I asked Harris Michaels to kill someone for me.

I’m sorry for the way I treated you in high school. It was, it was a long time ago. I was, I was a total jerk back then.

You were. All I cared about was hooking up with girls and impressing my idiot friends and not necessarily in that order.

Probably thought it was cool to hook up with a girl who’d met a prostitute.

I used you. And I was stupid, it wasn’t right, and I have a lot of regrets about that. And you definitely deserve better. Like I said, it was a million years ago. Yeah, but I know I still hurt you. I’m sorry. Well, I’ve been through a hell of a lot worse since then, believe me. And I think I remember turning the tables on you back then.

When I threw that big warehouse party, got you and your friends arrested.

Yeah, and arrested almost kept me out of the military. Guess I always had a knack for revenge.

So the kids are sleeping, huh? They’re in bed anyway. I should probably go check on them, excuse me. Sure.

Alex. You’re here. Again. Hey, Chad. Yeah, I, uh, just came by to drop off some dinner. Wanted to thank you guys again for last night. It’s awful. Where’s Steph? I was just checking on the kids. And like I told her, man, I really appreciate you guys letting me tag along last night to the pub after that terrible date.

I’m sure you do. Excuse me? You can drop the act, Alex. The act? Yeah, you can save the faux sincerity, reformed frat boy shtick for Stephanie. I’m not sure I’m following. I’m all into you. You’re on to me. Do you Of course you need me to spell it out for you. Look, the little, um, little, uh, nice guy friendly stuff that you’re playing is just a scam to get Stephanie back.

And it’s not gonna work. Not now. Not ever. Okay,

please tell me you didn’t hire Harris Michaels to go after Stephan DiMera. No, of course not. Okay, good, for a second I asked him to kill Megan Hathaway. Kate. What? Roman, seriously, in my defense. I mean, she tried to use your brother to kill me first. And then she’s the one responsible for me being stuck on a fishing boat again at the mercy of her sadistic son.

Look, I’m not saying Maegre’s not a horrible person, but sending an assassin after her? Well, I mean, you don’t have to worry about it. He refused to do it anyway. Really? How come? I don’t know. It was something about adding to his body count. But he tried to kidnap her. You know, he was gonna disappear her to some off the grid black ops location.

Oh, that’s much better. But… What happened is that Megan got into his brain again, and she reprogrammed him, and she’s the one who sent him after Stefan. I mean, y you know the rest of it. Yeah.

Roman, look, I I I’m so sorry that I kept all of this from you, and… Actually, I had promised Kayla that I would tell you, but then I never… I was never really able to find the right time. Kayla knew? Yeah. I mean, I told her after everything went down. Okay. My baby sister knew my wife was running around town ordering hits.

That’s just perfect. Do you

think that I’m a monster?

So, you said it was your, uh, your knack for revenge that landed you here? Yeah, it was. Uh, if you don’t mind me asking, what, what happened to you? Well, uh, let’s just say the Demers aren’t the only ones capable of using mind control as a weapon. Would somebody use mind control on you? No. I was the one using it.

I brainwashed Hope Brady’s serial killer son in law to, uh, to murder his own wife.

Chad. Bro. Slow down, man. You got it all wrong. Slow down? Don’t tell me to slow down. I’m not your bro. Alright, Stephanie might feel sorry for you, Alex. I don’t. I’m not asking for anybody to feel sorry for me. Really? That’s your game, isn’t it? Sad, lonely guy that just needs a friendly shoulder to lean on. I know your game, Alex, and I’m done standing by watching you make moves on my woman right in front of me.

Your woman. Take it from me, pal. Stephanie’s not very fond of the possessive touch. No, no, no, don’t tell me what Stephanie is or isn’t fond of. I live with her. I know her a hell of a lot better than you do. Wow, okay, so it’s like that. Yeah, it’s like that. I want you to stop showing up at my doorstep without your shirt on.

Stop bringing over dinner. Stop coming by to shoot the breeze. Just stop. So you don’t want us all to be friends? No. Not like this. Not with you showing up purposely when I’m not here so you can hang out with Stephanie. Right? Coming up with your little excuses. You know, I don’t have any hot water. What, what shirt should I wear to go out on my date?

I mean, do you even know the meaning of the word boundaries, Alex?

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, I do. Then start respecting ours. Stop showing up uninvited. Stop crashing our dinners. Leave us alone.

You understand? Yes. No.

It’s been a while since I had a baby. Is genetic testing standard nowadays? Yeah, I mean with expecting mothers my age and my history. Of course. So it’s an extra step. Yeah. Although Sloan and Eric did it with their baby, so. Really? You two comparing notes now? No. I found out because Sloan ended up with my test results by mistake.

How did that happen? I don’t know. I mixed up at the hospital, I guess. Listen, thank you so much for the sacks and the scintillating conversation, but I am going to get home to my man. Oh, tell him I said hi. I’d rather not. Have a good night. Night. Oh, and… Congratulations.

Mix up my ass. What does Sloan want with Nicole and EJ’s genetic test results?

Eric, I don’t know what to say. I mean, I wasn’t really expecting this. You and I have never even talked about marriage before. I know. I wasn’t really expecting to have this conversation either. I’m sorry if it… If I’m making you feel like I’m blindsiding you, it just, it just makes sense to me. And you know that we want our relationship to be official before the baby comes.

So what do you say? You wanna get married?

No.

There you are. Did you get to visit with Abe? Oh, unfortunately, no. I wasn’t able to see him. Oh, that’s too bad. Where have you been this whole time? I was starting to get worried about you. You know, you don’t have to worry every time I leave the house. I’ll try not to, but I just want everything to be okay.

So sweet. I just got my, uh, fried pickle and milkshake craving, so I went to Square. Well, you didn’t have to do that. I could have Cook prepare you whatever you wanted right here at home. Don’t tell Cook, but I like the fried pickles better at Sweet Home Dining. Quiet! These wolves have ears, and if he heard you say that, he might refuse to make you even the simplest things like a ham and cheese sandwich again.

Okay, well, thank you for the discretion. Mm hmm. Actually, I ran into Melinda Trask. Ugh, that must have been as pleasant as always. Yeah, like literally ran into her. She knocked over my food plate, but was kind enough to buy me a replacement plate. Really? What? Well, our illustrious district attorney may be many things, but generous is not one of them.

I wonder what she’s really up to.

Kate, I love you very much. So, of course, I don’t think you’re a monster. Even after I kept the truth from you? Almost did a terrible thing? Yes, you did. But, I knew the woman I married. Both times. And I love her. Unconditionally. Say you forgive me. I do. I do. And I have to admit I understand why you did it.

Megan tried to take everything from us. She made me believe that I had lost you forever. And she is a threat to everyone we love as long as she walks the face of this earth. But maybe next time. You’re planning your Navy SEAL. Yes, you could have gotten by me first. Do you think you can do that?

Deal! Don’t get a room,

you news about Abe. Do you have news about Abe? Um, no, I don’t. But then I’ve been over at Bayview. With Harris? I mean, he told me that he was going to have himself committed. Has he started treatment? Well, I can’t, I can’t discuss a patient, but… I can say that he is exactly where he needs to be.

I can’t even imagine what it would be like losing a daughter like that. I’m so sorry for your loss.

Paige was… she was my world. And I still miss her every single second of every single day.

But, you know, I… I’ve really done a lot of work on myself since I’ve been here, a lot of intense therapy and I’ve learned to cope with my grief in actually more productive ways, so. That’s good to hear. Yeah.

Like, I don’t even know if you, if you could have heard this, but Hope and I were together for, just for a little while recently. So, I assume that you met her daughter, Sierra, then? Yes. And her husband, my daughter’s killer? Yeah, I met Ben. And the baby. Look, I hope talking about this isn’t, isn’t triggering.

Gosh, you know what, uh,

I am never gonna forgive Ben Weston for what he did to my little girl. But you know, Sierra, she’s only guilty of having the world’s worst taste in men. I mean, I realize it was wrong of me to try to punish her for Ben’s crimes.

Well, do we have an agreement? Yeah, we do.

You know, Chad, I’ve been working on becoming a little bit more self aware. Have a little bit more respect for others. And so knowing that I’m not welcome here, and that you resent my friendship with Stephanie, and you have no desire to be friends with me either, there’s not gonna be any more neighborly visits.

I’m not gonna be tagging along to dinner with you and Stephanie. I’m out. I’m gonna back off. From both of you. Okay, good. I hope you mean that. I do mean that. So I have your word, then. Yeah. You got my word.

Hey! What’s, uh, what’s going on here? Nothing. Kids, uh, kids sleeping? Yeah, they are. So, I’ll go ahead and get dinner warmed up for us. You know, why don’t the two of you enjoy dinner alone, huh? I’m gonna, I’m gonna take off. What? You sure? Yeah, yeah, I’m sure. I got a lot of work to do tonight. Yeah. Oh, well. I mean, you gotta eat, right?

You may as well join us now. Really? I’m good, but another time, for sure. Ah, well then maybe when you finish work you come by for dessert. Next time. Thank you. Um, I’m gonna take off. I’ll see you guys around, though. Well, thanks for bringing all this food over. Like I said, it’s the least I can do. Have a good night.

Enjoy your evening. You too. Good night, Steph. Good night, Alex.

That was weird. What was? Alex, leaving so abruptly. I don’t know, he said he had work to

do. I don’t you know? Oh, I got the feeling that he was just making up an excuse to leave. But why? When he first got here, he was looking forward to having dinner with us. Didn’t say anything about having to work. Why would he suddenly be in such a rush to get out of here?

I don’t know why he rushed out of here. That was, um, weird. Out of character for him. Totally out of character. And you, urging him to stay, that was out of character too. No, I was just trying to be polite. I know you hate when he comes over here. You think that he’s trying to win me back or whatever. No, I’m over that.

I do actually feel sorry for him. I think he’s very lonely. Yeah. He is. And you are very sweet and kind to have made him feel welcome tonight. You, you are a kind and sweet one. I want you to know how grateful I am to have you in my life.

Where is this coming from? My heart.

And I also talked to my brother EJ and… He reminded me that I should never take you for granted. Uh, when I lost Abby, I, I never thought I would have love in my life again. You know, and I resisted the feelings for, for months, you know. And

you just brought so much light back into my world. I want you to know how important you are to me. I would never let anything come between us. You’re important to me too. I feel the same way. I’m so lucky to have you. So should we have a

better idea. Why don’t we skip straight to dessert?

I hope that Harris gets the help he needs, because he’s not a bad guy. Well, he’s taking responsibility for his actions, so that’s an important first step. Glad to hear that. I guess you’ve also heard about Eric and Sloan. We did.

Well, I’m happy for him. I’ve got my reservations about her. Thank you. You too, huh? Me too. Okay, look. I get it. She doesn’t exactly look like the maternal type. But apparently she suffered some terrible losses in her life. And I just think as Eric’s family that we need to give her the benefit of the doubt.

I agree. Eric’s a grown man. He can make his own decisions. And we know how much he’s always wanted a family of his own. I just hope nothing happens to mess it up.

You don’t want to marry me? What part of hell no didn’t you get? Sloane, did I do something wrong? The question is, did you do anything right with that pathetic excuse of a marriage proposal? Pathetic? Yeah, I’ve seen more romance in a blood thinner commercial. You’re upset at me because my marriage proposal wasn’t straight out of a soap opera from the 80s?

You don’t get it, Eric. I don’t need to marry you. I don’t need your last name for me or my child. As you clearly pointed out, I have two family last names already that I’m very proud of. Okay, so what do you need from me? Love. I need love, you jackass.

Sloan, it’s Melinda Trask. Let’s do lunch. I’d really love to continue the conversation we started earlier.

Now come to think of it, Trask was being pretty nosy. Of course she was. She’s probably gearing up to go after Demira with some more bogus charges. I got the sense her interest was a little more personal. Personal? How? Well, she was asking questions about our baby and Sloane and Eric’s baby. Why would our children be of any concern to Melinda Strauss?

No idea. There might be nothing. I mean, that woman does seem to not have a life outside the courthouse. Maybe she’s living vicariously through us. That maybe. Aren’t you glad we have a baby to look forward to instead of subsisting on the crumbs of other people’s lives? Wow. It’s true. Well, it sounds like baby use has been good for you.

Oh my gosh, yes. When I got here, I was at my lowest point. I swear, I had no hope. But the treatment that I’ve received here, it’s really turned my life around.

I’m actually due to get out of here in a couple of weeks. And I certainly hope

I can have I want to go to California to be near my dad and his wife Kim and my little sister Jeannie Teresa lives there. Oh yeah? Yeah, and she’s got this precious son and my nephew Tate. That sounds nice. Yeah. No, no. Maybe I can try my hand at music again. Well, you were always very talented. And it’s never too late to live your dreams, right?

Well, I certainly hope you’re right. You know, it’s not too late for your dreams too, Eris. Yeah,

we’ll see.

Well, here’s to hoping Bayview will help you just as much as it’s helped me.

Only time will tell.

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Say what you will about Judge Bartlett, but she works fast, but slow. I know things didn’t go the way you’d hoped today, but it could be worse. How? My brother was just sentenced to 20 years in prison.

Oh yeah. What’s wrong? I just left the courthouse. Colin, um, he’s going to prison. For 20 years. You know what, I can’t say I’m sorry about that. Yeah, no, no, me neither. Then why are you so upset? Because when the hearing was over, and they were taking him away, he looked me straight in the eyes with so much hate and anger.

And, and then he said, Said, said what? I should be going to prison too. Because I’m just as guilty as he is.

And he’s right.

Dad. Hey, I didn’t know you were back. Hey, buddy. Hey, hey. Yeah, John and I got back from L. A. Where you nabbed the guy who helped that nurse fake Abe’s death. Mm. Definitely a worthwhile trip. You know, I worked with Whitley King. She always seemed perfectly normal. But this entire time, she was holding Abe hostage at her apartment, pretending to be his wife.

That is just… Insane. I know. But, Abe is alive. He’s safe. That’s what matters. Yeah, so, what’s the latest? How’s he doing? I’m happy to report Abe was discharged today. That’s fantastic. It’s a miracle. After everything that man’s been through, he’s healthy as a horse. Except, he can’t remember anything about his life.

Try to stay positive. I mean, that could start coming back to him at any time. Yeah. Well, Paulina should be getting him home just about now. Hopefully, It’ll start coming back to him as soon as he goes through that door.

That’s right, my love. Take it all in. And, um, Abe, you never did answer me. Does it, um, seem like home to you? Does any of it look familiar?

Like sand through the hourglass? So are the days of our lives.

So now that Ave is home with his wife surrounded by reminders of their life together, it could definitely trigger something. It could hopefully sooner rather than later, or their living situation could get a bit awkward. To say the least. Speaking of, How’s it been living with Wendy? Right, uh, I’ve actually been meaning to tell you.

Wendy and I, we’re uh, We’re together now. What? Last time I talked to you, you told me you were sure it was over between you two. You said that she asked you to leave the apartment so she could be alone with Johnny. She did. She did. She wanted some privacy to let him know that it wasn’t happening. So you’re telling me…

Yep. Wendy chose me.

Okay, here you go. Gin and tonic. Isn’t it a little early for happy hour? Well, I finished with work for the day, so I think it’s the perfect time. Besides, I figured a drink or two might get you talking. About what? The metaphors. No, I’m kidding, of course. I want to hear about your date from last night. You haven’t said a word, which I’m hoping means that it was awesome, and you just don’t want to jinx it.

Nope. Well then, please tell me it was at least better than the date from hell you had with Melinda Trask. Nope. Spill, who was this person? Oh, Connie. She was, uh, irritating and pushy and not very bright and didn’t stop talking. Ever. When she started telling me about the time she dressed up as a whoopee cushion for Halloween, I had to call it.

Man, you are 0 for 2. I think you need a new matchmaker. Maybe not. I think she may have gotten it right the first time.

I know Colin’s sentence hits you hard. Um, it’s one thing to lose a case. It’s another when it’s your own family. No, I, I knew there was no chance of acquittal. I just had hoped that I could convince the judge to show him some leniency. Bartlett’s notoriously tough. She threw the damn book at him. 20 years.

With the possibility of parole. Which I know is not much comfort. But, you’ll get through this. And I’d offer to take you for another drink. Non alcoholic, of course. But I have plans. Another date? Yes, ma’am. Oh, so I guess this matchmaker you hired did better the second time around. Ugh, hardly. Uh, the guy wouldn’t shut up about his ex.

I’d try to steer the conversation in another direction. He’d just steer it right back. It’s like he just couldn’t forget about her.

It’s a very, very nice apartment. Oh, well, the decor is more my style than yours. But you… You always seemed at home here. I’m sure I did. But I’m sorry, I…

I’m sorry. I don’t remember. Oh, well, it just might take a little time, that’s all. But there’s no pressure from me, none whatsoever. I’m all about being patient. I appreciate that. Mm hmm. We’re in this together, Abraham. We’re a team, and I’m going, I’m going to do everything I can to help you relax and settle in.

And when you start feeling more comfortable here, I just know the memories will start coming back to you, including how you feel about me. How happy we’ve been together.

Hey. Oh, hey. You, uh, getting something to eat? No, uh, Actually, I’m on my way to see Abe. I never, oh, I never thought I’d say that again. Such great news, right? Yeah. Well, listen, I, I, I gotta go, so I’ll, uh, I’ll give him a hug from you. Hey, do me a favor. Tell Pauline if she needs anything from the pharmacy, the store, whatever.

Just, I can get it for her and bring it by the apartment later. Their apartment? Yeah, I just talked to my dad. He said Abe was released today. Oh, that’s, that’s, that’s wonderful. I’ll head over there instead. I guess you didn’t get a chance to see Abe when you were at the hospital earlier. You knew I was at the hospital?

Sloan said she ran into you. Oh, yes, I was there to pick up the results of the genetic test that EJ had done, and it looks like that there’s no risk to the baby. Someone said you got good news. Yeah. It’s nice to hear that from you. I just still don’t understand how… She got my test results. What? Someone got your test results?

So you’re on a first date and this loser cannot shut up about his ex. Jeez, that must have been… awful. You haven’t had the pleasure? I mean, before Eric, I wasn’t, you know, really dating high, but I totally realized how it would suck to be sitting across from a guy and then realize he’s hung up on someone else.

Yeah, especially this guy. It was Alex Kyriakos. Oh, this just got good. Please, let me just take a shot in the dark here. He wouldn’t shut up about Stephanie Johnson. Bingo! And, you know, but at least he hired a matchmaker. He’s trying to get over her. So I take it there’s not going to be a second date? God, no.

So who’s the, who’s the lucky guy? lation. So, you ended up on another date with Melinda? Well, I mean, we didn’t plan it. We just happened to run into each other at the same bar where we were meeting our next matches. And I use that term, loosely. Well, did you see her date? Yeah, it was, um, Alex Kiriakis. Wow, that guy really gets around.

You two haven’t, uh… What? No. Never. But let’s just say I’ve heard he’s matched up with a lot of women. So I highly doubt he could choose just one. Wendy chose you. So happy for you, son. I was feeling pretty discouraged, but your pep talk really helped. You see, what’d I tell you? You’re a good young man with a lot to offer.

Be confident in that and good things will follow. Thanks, Dad. So, I guess your living situation isn’t so awkward after all. It’s actually kind of perfect right now. I mean, Wendy and I aren’t sharing a room or anything. Not yet, anyway. Oh. Take it slow. Have fun. Get to know each other. Yeah. Yeah. We, uh, We kind of tried to do that the other night, but Wendy’s brother walked in on us.

Well, that had to be awkward. It was. Yeah. And poor Lee, he was totally bummed. He had come home early from a date that didn’t really go so well. That might even be an understatement. I think it actually was a total disaster. Who was his date? District Attorney Melinda Trask.

After both our dates went south, Melinda and I ended up commiserating over a bottle of wine. We actually had a nice time. So, who knows? Maybe it’s a good thing the matchmaker picked such terrible second dates for us. Or, maybe that matchmaker knew exactly what she was doing. Meaning what? Meaning, she still thinks you and Melinda pair up well.

But since your first date went so badly, she knew she couldn’t convince you to give it another shot, so… She created another shot for you. You mean she sent us both out on second dates she knew ahead of time wouldn’t go well? What, you think it’s a coincidence that both your dates happened at the same place, same time?

I don’t. I think she was creating a rematch. I

s I suppose it’s a possibility. The way I hope it works out. By the look on your face, I’m guessing you don’t think it will. I’m just not sure you can trust someone who’s already burned you before.

Colin was not right. My God, you are not just as guilty as he is. I did everything that he asked me to. I broke into your mom’s office. I sent those threatening messages. I spiked those biscuits. You did some terrible things that you need to make up for. There is no question about that. But there’s a reason why you were sentenced to community service and not prison.

You were in an emotionally abusive relationship with a very sick and dangerous man who manipulated you into doing his dirty work. I just wish that I would have been strong enough to have said no. Well, you were plenty strong up on that roof. He was about to kill me and then my mother, but you, you, you risked your own life to stop him.

I still feel like a coward. You know what a coward is? A coward is the person who was going to make my mother watch while he shot me to death. The person who cracked an innocent man in the head with a rolling pin and then left him on the floor to die. That is a coward and a monster and that, that is not you.

Thank you for saying that. I’m saying it because it’s true. Unlike what Colin said to you in that courtroom today. Even on his way to prison, he is still trying to get inside of your head. Trying to make you feel just as bad about yourself as he does. Don’t let him tell ya. You just keep going forward with your therapy, with your life, and leave him in the dust.

Yeah. Speaking of living life, I heard the news about your stepfather. So this whole time that we thought he was dead, he was being held hostage by a crazy nurse? I still can’t believe it. You know, when I was handing out the missing person flyer, I actually went to that woman’s door. If I would have known that he was inside There’s no way that you could have.

Well, I know you’re happy that he’s alive. And I’m so happy for you and your mom. Thanks. Yeah, yeah, Abe, he, he’s doing really well. You know, he’s got a clean bill of health. Now, now he just needs to get his memory back.

Well, you know, Theo says you’ve been up since dawn, and you were cooking and cleaning and getting this place ready. You didn’t have to go to all that trouble. Trouble? Oh, are you kidding? Oh, I am, I am beyond thrilled to do whatever I can to make you feel at home. Because I’m also beyond thrilled to have you back, my love.

I know, you must be hungry. I made all your favorites. What are you in the mood for? Catfish nachos? Blueberry banana pancakes? Uh, you know, I just don’t have much of an appetite. Janelle gave me one of her bear claws when I was in the hospital. Oh. Uh. Maybe later. Maybe later. Sure. Well, whenever you’re ready.

Oh, well. What should we do now? I could put some music on. Yeah, I made you a playlist of all your favorite songs. Oh, well, how about we could watch a movie? A movie. Oh, yeah, everything’s on demand now. Comedies, dramas, documentaries, you name it. We could watch one of those superhero blockbusters, or a thriller.

Though I suppose, you know, that wouldn’t be very relaxing. Oh! I don’t know. How about an old movie? Something romantic, you know like a love story. We could have make some popcorn, dim all the lights, cause cozy, right? Up here on the couch.

What the hell? What the hell is going on? I, I, look, I, I, I apologize. I do. Uh, please forgive me. I, it’s just that I… You don’t have to explain. No, I do. I do. It’s, it’s, it’s just that… I, I, I, I’ve just spent weeks with this woman who, who, uh, just kept throwing herself at me. Do you think I’m like Whitney? She’s a delusional maniac!

I’m your wife! I know that. I know. But right now…

Right now when I look at you I…

You see a total stranger.

Yes. I get it.

I’m so sorry.

So am I.

But

now, now, now I need, oh, excuse me.

Mom is hoping once Abe’s home in a familiar place, that his memory will start to come back. I really hope that that works. Thanks. Um, well, I’m done at the bakery for today, so, um, I think I’m gonna give them some space. Take a long walk. Um, see you around.

Or, um, I can buy you dinner.

Need I remind you? That, on your last date with Melinda, she tried to record you admitting that you tried to kill Stefan DiMera? Don’t need reminding. Thanks. Look, okay, I know Tripp said to give her a second chance. I’m just cautioning you here. I appreciate that, Jing Wen. But Melinda’s little scheme wouldn’t have worked anyway, since I didn’t do it.

Right. I know that. But I’m just saying, for argument’s sake, it’s possible that she didn’t give up after the first try. And she’s, you know, playing the long game. You mean this is some kind of ploy? The woman’s nothing if not relentless. Okay, so what if she set this up with a matchmaker to make sure she’d end up alone with you again?

Then she uses the time to, I don’t know, Soften you up. You did say there was wine involved. So she keeps pouring. You keep talking. And eventually, she tries again to get you to confess to what she’s convinced you did. But since I didn’t do what she’s convinced I did, there’ll be no confession. Right, I know that.

But do you really want to get involved with someone who’s just trying to trick you? Even if that were the case, since I’m innocent, I have nothing to worry about, right?

So, sounds like Lee is really killing the mood over there, huh? Yeah, you could say that. How do I feel for the guy? I mean, his life’s been kind of a hot mess lately. Yeah, but having him live there with you and Wendy is not exactly conducive to romance. No, it is not. Yeah, and I’ve been working tons of overnights lately, and it’s been hard to find some time alone.

And when we finally do manage to, it’s, uh… Three’s a crowd. Yeah. So, are you working tonight? No, uh, no, for once. I just finished my shift. Well, still have your room at our house. Why don’t you invite Wendy over tonight? Thank you for the offer, dad. But, uh, knowing that you and Kayla are in the next room wouldn’t exactly be conducive to romance either.

Come on, dude. Give your dad a little credit. Kayla and I would go elsewhere and let you have a place to yourselves.

Well, the nurse gave Sloan my test results by mistake, so she knew my good news because she opened them before I did. Yeah, Sloan didn’t mention that part. I just assumed that you told her. No, no I didn’t. I guess that must have been the mix up. Look, all I care about is that I’m having a healthy baby and there’s no genetic…

Abnormalities on either EJ’s side or mine, which is a huge relief. Nicole, I’m really happy for you. So, here’s hoping that Sloane and I get the same great news about our baby.

Sloane didn’t get her test results? You

have another date with Lee Shen. Didn’t you try to record him confessing to an attempted murder? Therefore, doesn’t he, like, I don’t know, hate you? No, um, actually he doesn’t. I apologize to him and we’re trying to move past it. Wow, that is almost enough to make me believe in miracles. Hey, you should already believe in them.

I mean, isn’t having a baby kind of a miracle? No, no, no, kind of, yeah, it is. And I’m very happy. But… But what?

Nothing. Sloane, you have so much to look forward to. You can’t let your brother’s sentence diminish your happiness. No, it’s not that. Then what is it? What’s going on?

Can I tell you something in complete confidence? Of course.

But I mean it, Melinda, like, you cannot tell anybody, not a living soul, like, no matter what. Nobody. I won’t. I swear. What’s it about?

Nicole Walker.

No, Sloane’s test results weren’t ready yet. Hmm. That’s a little strange. I mean, if she… Went to the nurse’s desk to see if her results are ready and they said no, then why would they give her mine by mistake? I guess that was just part of the mix up. Yeah. I guess.

Hmm. Anyway, I hope that you and Sloane have a happy, healthy baby. Thank you. Well,

I should get going. Yeah, right. Give Abe my love.

Will do.

Nicole Walker? What, what about her?

As you may recall, she’s pregnant. Sorry.

Eric, hey. Hi. How’d it go at court? Can we talk about it later? I just, what’s up? Uh, it’s just that I’m at the pub and there’s something that I really want to talk to you about in person. Yeah, I was just on my way home. Can I meet you there? Um, of course. Yeah. See you soon. So, uh, Nicole’s pregnant and… Um, and I’m so sorry.

I have to go. Wait, Sloane, come on. You can’t just leave me hanging like that. What were you about to tell me? It was nothing. It was not nothing. When your phone rang, you practically jumped out of your skin. Enjoy your date.

You want to take me to dinner? Yeah, I mean, I was thinking Buddy’s Burger Barn. If you want, I mean, we can go someplace nicer, too. I mean, not too much nicer, because I’m currently unemployed. But definitely better than a drive thru. That is, if you want to. Don’t you have community service? I did it this morning, before the hearing.

And then I was gonna go home. A. K. A. my sister’s place. But I’m kinda in the same boat as you. Meaning? Rafe’s hanging out at Jada’s. So I kinda wanna give them some space, too. Okay, got it. Jena, I know we’ve reached, um, a detente, you know, back on Juneteenth. When I was hanging up the flyers outside the pub.

And I guess that kinda gave me the confidence to ask you to dinner and, to Thing is,

I miss you. But it’s okay, just forget about it, okay? Just act like I never said anything. It’s… Oh, Talia.

I, I was actually gonna say that I’m kinda starving. And I wouldn’t mind eating somewhere where you don’t have to order from a scarecrow’s mouth.

Here, you can finish mine. What, was it too strong? Not strong enough. No, it was perfect. But I think it would be bad for him to show up at dinner with a bus. Melinda and I have another date tonight, actually. So, if you wanted to have a romantic evening with your boyfriend, this would be a good night to do it.

Actually, Tripp and I are thinking we might want to wait. Don’t need to know the details, thank you. Whatever you decide to do tonight, have fun. And don’t do anything I wouldn’t do. Oh, can’t even imagine what that could be. Look,

I really appreciate you offering me and Wendy your place for the evening. But, uh… It’s not what you had in mind. Say no more.

Who is it?

Hey. Hey Abraham. What’s going on my friend?

Oh, perfect timing. I just got home. So, how’d it go today? Judge 20 years. Sloane, I’m, I’m so sorry. I can’t say I’m surprised. He committed some pretty serious crimes, but, uh, when that gavel came down, it, you know, I really just don’t want to dwell on it. What did you want to talk to me about? Well, I just ran into Nicole.

She said when she saw you earlier at the hospital that you ended up with her test results. Yeah. Yes, I did. How come you didn’t mention that?

You’ll go to dinner with me? Sure. That’s great. I was pretty sure you wouldn’t want to. The way I see it, holding grudges is exhausting. And not to mention that in the end, you did save my life. And my mother’s. Bless. I miss you too. You do? Truth is… Your replacement sucks. So you miss me as an employee? Yeah.

And… As a friend.

I’m sorry about before. I was trying to jog your memory and clearly I chose the wrong way to do it. Sorry. No, no, it was just too fast for you and I sincerely apologize. Oh, who could that be? Oh, Steve. Hey

Paulita. What brings you by? I just got a call from Abe.

When you were in the other room, I, I called Steve and asked him to come over. Oh. Um, okay, please. Come, come in.

Um, are you hungry? You know, I got enough food here to feed the entire town. No, no, no thanks. But Abe, uh. I’d love to know why you wanted to see me. What can I do for you, buddy? When, uh, you came by my hospital room earlier with, um, oh, Jim. Jim, was it? John. John. John Black. You said call if I needed anything.

Absolutely. Well, what I need. It’s a place to stay. What? I’m so sorry. It’s just, I’m just not comfortable here. Maybe I should step outside. No, no, no, no, no, no, Steve, please. Stay, stay and tell my husband that this is his home. It’s where he belongs, here with me. Yes, he’s frustrated and overwhelmed, but if he just gives it some time, he will remember.

Leaving will only set him back. Steve, um, you told me that you were one of my oldest and closest friends. And I assume… Friends can count on each other.

And right now I need to count on you for a place to stay.

Okay, but do you remember before John and I left the hospital, we assured you that you were in good hands with Paulina. She’s your wife. She loves you. Please.

Maybe just for now.

Well, she’ll… That’s what you want, Abe. It is.

I’ll, uh, I’ll give you a call later, okay? And you can talk to Kayla, too. Sure. It’s all gonna work out. Try not to worry, okay? Hey.

Hey. Is

that for me? Oh, that is actually for my brother, but I’d be happy to make you a fresh one. Where is Lee? Lee is out on a date with Melinda. Really? I thought you said that wasn’t going to happen again. Oh, it is. So? We have the whole place to ourselves. Maybe for a little while. But if Melinda tries to pull another fast one and Lee ends up coming home early…

Yeah, I guess you’re right. I suppose there’s no guarantee that won’t happen. Which is why… Why what? I booked us a room at the Salem Inn. I hope that wasn’t too presumptuous of me. I just thought we could have a nice dinner there, go up to the roof, look at the stars, and then… I’ll go pack a bag.

Hope I’m not late. I just got here myself. I took the liberty of ordering our favorite wine.

The woman’s nothing if not relentless. Okay, so what if she set this up with a matchmaker to make sure she’d end up alone with you again? And she uses the time to, I don’t know, soften you up. You did say there was wine involved. So she keeps pouring, you keep talking. And eventually, she tries again to get you to confess to what she’s convinced you did.

I’m sorry, I can’t stay. What? I just remembered. There’s something I have to take care of. Uh.

Mmm. This definitely beats Betty’s. Oh, for sure. Although my dad did love their catfish sandwich. Everything okay? Yeah. Yeah, it’s, it’s just you mentioned catfish and it made me think of my mom. That’s on the menu for Abe’s homecoming. I hope it’s going well. Oh. Oh. Hi. Uh, Nicole. Hi.

Oh, I’m

sorry to interrupt, but Eric told me that you brought Abe home. And I just wanted to come by and see him for myself. Oh, well, you’re gonna have to do it somewhere else. Hey, move down.

There we are. Home sweet home. Well, it’s lovely. It’s lovely. Steve, I want to apologize. I know Pauline is your friend and, well, that departure was a bit awkward. Don’t you worry about that, okay? Let’s just get you settled in. I’ve got a really nice guest room for you back there. Well, thank you. Thank you for letting me stay.

Sure, buddy. For as long as you need. So you got Nicole’s test results and you read them before she did. Why didn’t you mention that? It was a mistake. I asked the nurse for our results and she just handed me an envelope. You didn’t think to check the name on it? Why would I? That’s the nurse’s job. Eric, you know how anxious I’ve been about this whole thing.

I just wanted to make sure our baby was okay. And when the nurse handed me the envelope, I assumed it was mine, and I opened it up.

Okay, Nicole Walker. No genetic anomalies detected. Blah, blah, blah. Okay, we’re good. E. G. DiMera.

Not a genetic match. Dear God. The baby’s not EJ’s. It’s Eric’s.

You know, you told me you wanted to talk to me. This doesn’t feel like talking. It feels like you’re giving me a third degree. I was just curious.

Sorry. I, I’m just upset about my brother. It’s, it’s okay. I’m sorry. You know what? I shouldn’t have brought it up. It was very insensitive of me. Listen, I care about you.

Long ago, I was in a really dark place. Just a time that I didn’t, I didn’t trust anyone. Or have hope for anything. See, you, you changed all that. Now I have trust in you. I have hope for us, Sloan. For our future. Now that we’re, we’re having a baby. You and I are a family, right?

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At least it’s not Nicole. That’s all you’ve got to say about the idea that your brother is fathering a child with a woman like Sloane Peterson? No, I know you don’t know her. I’m just telling you that she seems like bad news to me. I just, I don’t want him to end up in the same situation that Brady is in with Kristen, okay?

Yes. Yes. Call him. Honey, look, I’ve gotta go. Uh, John is due home soon. He’s home.

I love you. I’ll talk to you soon. Hello. Good luck.

I didn’t even hear you open the door. I’m still stealth. God, I miss you. I miss you. But that trip to L. A. worked miracles because we’ve got our Abraham back now.

I am so happy to see you. I’m happy to see you. I can’t believe I’m going to see Abe again. I know what you mean. When they wheeled him off the elevator, I, I felt such a sense of relief. I bet. So how’s he doing? Well, we’re going to release him from the hospital today. He finally gets to go home.

Oh. Oh.

Hmm. Oh. I wonder if I should have said, uh, Welcome home, Mr. Mayor. Well, we don’t know if that remembers being the mayor. Oh, you’re right, you’re right. And I’m the only one who calls him Abraham. Maybe, maybe I should have just put Abe on the banner. Oh, does it look a No, no, it’s fine. Everything looks great.

Oh, here I am going on about a banter when you just spent your last day here getting this place fixed up. Roman and Kate actually did most of the work. Oh, I want everything to be perfect for your daddy. And it is.

I can’t remember being so happy. Well, my Abraham’s alive and he’s finally coming home. Oh my

God, Abe! I was here last night, but they said that they were doing all kinds of tests, so I didn’t get to see you for myself. But, it’s really you. It’s really me. I brought these for you. Oh, thank you. Whoa, look at it. They’re a favorite. Wow. Mmm. Mmm. Delicious. Do you remember Bear Claus?

I remember you.

Crazy about Abe, huh? Unbelievable. Wow. But that poor man went through because of that crazy woman. Speaking of crazy women, where the hell is Kristen? She’ll be here. Yeah, yeah. Maybe she lost her phone. Maybe she has no idea that the judge wanted to see us today. Maybe she’ll miss the meeting altogether. Or maybe she just likes to make an entrance.

Or maybe she’ll miss the meeting and the judge will realize how irresponsible she is and then we’ll just keep everything the way it is. Brady, Kristen negotiated this rotten deal. You better believe she’s gonna see it through. The best thing you can do is accept that. Oh my god, I’m right here. You, you are late.

Yes, I was at a wedding and, uh, that’s when I got the call from the judge’s office. It was actually two weddings, my brother and my nephews. Dimitri and Stefan. You’re all about family. Okay. There’s… It’s not a problem here, is there? I mean, Brady and I did sign the request for the shared custody.

You may be seated. I want to thank you for appearing here on such short notice. It’s no problem. Your Honor, I mean, I’d do anything for our daughter. I’m glad to hear that because Rachel’s best interest is my first priority. I’ve looked over your request to amend your current custody arrangement, and I wanted to talk to you about…

Wait, no, no, no. Um, Brady and I want shared custody now. Um, we both signed the papers that you have, and as soon as you approve them, then we can… I’m sorry, Ms. DiMera. I can’t do that.

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

What do you think, Theo? Do we have enough? Isn’t my dad supposed to eat all that? No. I just want to have everything he likes here. Um, just in case. In case what? Food can trigger memories, uh, you know? Oh, like personal metal lines. Yeah, that. Excellent example. Abraham could take one bite of the right thing and it could all come back to him.

But what if I’m missing the right thing? I think you got it covered. You sure? I mean, uh, what’s his favorite thing that your mama made? Well, my mom didn’t really cook that much, but um, they loved this clam pizza with red sauce. I will go, I’ll go call and order one. Uh, Paulina? Uh huh, what? Dad didn’t really know who Lonnie and I were, so, I’m just saying.

I don’t care how long it takes. I am not giving up.

Oh wait, and so while we’re here is this. Oh, she’s gonna be so happy that you recognize me. Oh, Chanel. Yes, yes, that’s me. I’m Chanel. I’m your stepdaughter. I know, I know. You came to visit me right after my surgery. You showed me pictures of us on your phone. Yes, of you and Mama on your wedding day. And then you confused Mama with Whitley, that nurse.

And then I was here when you came too. And you were really confused. And that woman, she took advantage of you. But that is all over now. Doesn’t matter anymore because you recognize me. I don’t know. I recognize you from coming to visit me. After my surgery, not before. And that’s, that’s where all my memories start.

Oh.

Look, you seem like a, you seem like a very nice young woman. I’m very sorry. Yeah. Me too.

I’m sorry, your honor, but I don’t see what the problem is here. Um, with all due respect, Rachel’s father has already agreed to shared custody of our daughter. Now, if there’s a question of my fitness, as a parent, it’s with Mr. Black’s fitness.

My fitness? Your honor, my client is a devoted father. I’m not questioning Mr. Black’s feelings. It’s his actions that give me pause. I refer specifically to a police report that states you were recently arrested and charged with aggravated assault against your child’s mother. Your Honor, that was a misunderstanding.

Why don’t you help me understand, Mr. Black? Did you or did you not point a loaded gun at Ms. DiMera in the presence of your child?

Neat and tidy! Your father likes things picked up. Yeah, I heard that a lot when I was a teenager. Everything’s ready for him to come home. Ugh, except me. Ugh. With all the cooking and cleaning and decorating, I, I didn’t take the time to change into something fancy or put on some makeup. Helena, you look perfect just the way you are.

Really? You sure? I am totally sure. And look at all the stuff you’ve done for Dad. You waited with him while he was in the hospital. You never stopped looking for him when he went missing. I mean, this is what he loved you for, Paulina. Your heart. Oh, bless your heart for being such a comfort to me. As you have always been to your father.

No, you know, more than a comfort. A source of pride. And when your dad gets his memory back… He is going to remember how damn proud he is. Hmm. Come here.

I hope it doesn’t make you feel too pressured. You know? Everyone wanting you to remember. Especially Mama. Paulina. The real Paulina. When they told us you drowned. You didn’t see what it did to her. What it did to everyone who loves you. I heard that. Yeah, she was like a, a different person, but she’s herself again, and she is making sure that everything is ready for you when you come home.

She got up at 5 a. m. this morning, and she started cooking and cleaning, and she hates all that, but she didn’t mind it today, because you are coming home to her. I mean, I, uh, I don’t want anyone making a fuss over me. Not Paulina, or you, or my sons, or my, my friends. I mean, they’ve had all this trouble all because of me.

Because of what happened to you. Man, well, you’re just gonna have to deal with the fuss because, uh, Paulina, she is a force of nature and she is crazy in love with you. I’ve been told by a lot of people that… I love her just as much.

You don’t know what I would give. Feel that love right now.

Has he remembered anything at all? No. His memory starts right when he woke up from surgery. Oh, wow. Afraid to have to see all those people telling him how happy they are that he’s alive. And he doesn’t recognize any of them. I know. Marlena thinks that it’s an emotional block. She tried hypnosis, but it didn’t work.

I mean, I know Abe is so frustrated. I mean, he really wants to remember.

So the hypnosis didn’t work? No. Unfortunately, there’s still a lot that we don’t know about the workings of the human brain. Maybe we just need to give him a little more time. Yeah. Maybe that’s right. At least he’s gonna be surrounded by people who really love him now. Yes. And everybody has to be patient.

And they have to accept reality. What reality? It may not be a matter of time. Abe may never get his memory back.

Your Honor. Port is correct, but there are extenuating circumstances here. I can’t think of a single circumstance that excuses your behavior, especially with your daughter in the room. Oh, no, no, no. I didn’t know my daughter was in the room. As a matter of fact, I didn’t know where my daughter was at all.

You see, I had gotten a call that she had run away from camp. And I knew that Kristen was behind that in some way, so I was desperate to make her tell me the truth about it. With a gun? I have learned through experience That you cannot reason with Kristen or appeal to her sense of decency, it just doesn’t work.

If you looked into her background, you would understand. We’re talking about your background now. Your Honor, Ms. DiMera has agreed not to press charges. That is not the point. Then what is the point? This isn’t the first time you’ve committed a crime involving your daughter, is it? You had her kidnapped last year.

No, there were no charges ever brought up. Charges or no charges, that’s what you did, Mr. Black. Your Honor. Rachel’s grandmother Marlena Evans and two other women had come down with this very mysterious virus. Kristen was the only person in the world that knew where this rare orchid was that was the only source of treatment that could save their lives.

An orchid could save their lives? You expect me to believe that? Yes your honor, it’s the truth. The only way to force her hand was to was to scare her. Into saving Marlena’s life. And you used your daughter to do it.

Hey, Doc, I just heard that whoever did this to Abe is in court today. Colin Bedford, yes. That’s right. Yeah. Well, Steve and I, we brought back Whitley. He’s an accomplice who’s from L. A., so he’s enjoying the hospitality of the Salem PD right now. Good work. You know, at least, though, the kid knew that what he did was wrong.

He gave us a full confession. Yeah, I heard he was an actor. That is why Whitley used him. She wanted to pass him off as Eve’s son, Theo. You got this. Look, I know you can handle this without me, bro. Right, right. Yeah, you too. Alright, talk soon. Well, I just finished straightening up the kitchen, putting on a little makeup.

Even though you said I look perfect, bless your heart. You always look beautiful, Polina. Oh, you always know the right thing to say. So, uh, what time does your flight leave, honey? I’m actually going to cancel it. What? I just got off the phone with JJ, told him I’m not going to be back just yet. I want to be here to help you, Thad.

You’ll do no such thing. But Paulina No arguments! Now, as much as I like having you here, you, you need to go back to Johannesburg and close that deal you’re about to make with, uh, your company. It just, it doesn’t feel right going back the same day that Dad’s getting out of the hospital. Theo, darling, darling, as soon as your dad starts to remember you, I promise you.

I will call you, and, uh, he will make it clear to you that he wants you to live your life fully, and even if you’re a thousand miles away, he knows he’s in your heart, just like you’re in his.

Okay? And that lowlife little actor posing as Theo. Confusing Abe more than he already was. I really hope Melinda Trask throws the book at that punk. Well, at least he finally folded. And he told you that Abe was still alive and where he was. I mean, if he hadn’t done that, the police might not have gotten to Whitley’s apartment in time.

Yeah. So what’s the latest update on the nurse of the year? Well, as it turns out, I mean, this is no excuse for her behavior. But she had a, uh, traumatic event last year. How so? Her husband died suddenly. From carbon monoxide poisoning from a malfunctioning space heater. She feels responsible for it. In fact, she hasn’t been able to handle it.

So she kidnapped herself a new husband? Marlena thinks she had a break with reality. And yet she was able to function here as a nurse. Crazy, huh? Yeah. So you really think she had this break? Or did she decide that a stint in Bayview would be easier than doing a hard time in prison? Marlena says she’s not faking it.

Well, you know what? I don’t care how traumatized her crazy nurse king was. The fact is, she had the wherewithal to kidnap Abe and make his friends and family believe that he was dead. She replaced his world with a world full of lies. And worst of all, she might have cost Abe the chance to ever remember who he is.

You need to remember your life here, Abe. I just know it. When you get home, and you see Mama, something is gonna happen. And you are going to remember how much you love her. I sincerely hope you’re right. And if I’m wrong? Well, let me tell you something about your wife. There is no quit in Paulina Price. So she will move heaven and earth to make you remember.

Either that… Or… She’ll just make you fall in love with her all over again.

Hey.

Oh my God. It is so damn good to see you, buddy.

It’s really good to see you.

So here, you’re going home today. That’s what they tell me.

I’m guessing you don’t know who the hell we are. Huh? Uh. I’m supposed to though, right? Hey, don’t you worry about it. We’ll take you any way we can get you. That’s a fact. Alright, Abraham Carver, my name is John Black. And I’m Steve, Steve Johnson. And the three of us, the three of us, Abraham Carver, Steve Johnson, and John Black, the three of us have been good friends for a very long time.

Yeah, the best. And we’re so, we’re so happy to see you, man. We’re really happy.

Hey, partner. Hey. Now, we would have been here last night to hang with you, but we just, we just flew in from L. A. Yeah, we, uh… We chased down that kid who was pretending to be Theo, and we turned him over to the cops. Is, is he in a lot of trouble? Hell yeah, are you kidding me? He lied to the police. You know what he did?

He was the one that told the cops that he saw you walk off the dock, into the water, and you never came up. He’s the one that planted all the evidence. The hospital bracelet, your blood on the dock there, so, so Whitley King could convince everybody that you were dead. But you found her. We sure did.

The, um, woman, uh, your wife, the psychiatrist, I, uh, I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I heard her name just No, no, no, no. That’s right. Marlena, the psychiatrist is Marlena. I call her Doc. May I see? That’s why she found me. It was because of you. Yeah, we knew there was something bogus about how you supposedly died. I thank God we did, because, partner, you have got a hell of a lot of life left to live.

And we feel really blessed that we’ve been a part of that life. And we will be for years to come. That’s right. All right, now here’s how we’re gonna play this thing here. Steve and I, We’re gonna annoy you, we’re gonna, we’re gonna bore you, we’re going to frustrate you, but most importantly, we’re gonna do our damnedest to remind you.

Until you remember on your own just how much you mean to us.

Well, I hope John and Steve could maybe, you know, spark something in Abe. I mean, nothing has so far. Are you sure it’s okay for Abe to go home today? Well, there’s no reason to keep him. Other than his memory loss, I mean, his head injury is healed. The drugs that Whitley gave him are out of his system. He really has a clean bill of health.

So, physically, he’s okay now. Are you concerned about his mental health?

Look, we all want Abe to remember us. And he doesn’t. So I’m sure that… Must be causing him some pressure I’m just I’m afraid that if he feels pressured he he won’t know where to turn To get some help or support. I bet you two could tell me a whole lot about my life Well, we could And we will when you’re ready to hear it And we got stories.

Well, I’ll tell you, but right now, we just want you to know that you’re safe here. And you’re only going to be surrounded by people who love you and who respect you, Abe. That’s right. Good to know. Yeah. Alright, so listen, we’re going to get out of here, and um, and like you once told me, partner arrest is a weapon.

We’re gonna let you get some rest. And hey, remember, our numbers are in your phone. Steve Johnson, John Black. And you call if you need anything at all. That’s right. We’re gonna catch up, let you get home, get all settled in because trust me, you are in good hands with Paulina. That’s what I’ve heard. My dad is coming home, and I want to spend time with him.

And Theo, honey, you will. But for now, you need to go back to Johannesburg and take care of business. And I promise you, I promise you, I’ll call you the minute he starts to remember things, and then you can come back. The Abraham that we both remember and love would want you to. Are you sure about this? Who do you think you’re talking to?

I don’t do self doubt. Especially with people that I love. So, what if we, we both, we go to the hospital together and you can say your goodbye and I’ll finally be able to bring my man home.

Your Honor, my daughter Rachel was never in any kind of jeopardy whatsoever. She was actually with her uncle Eric and his partner at the time. What bothers me is that you have a pattern of using Rachel against her mother. No. No, that is actually Kristen DiMera’s pattern. And if you looked into her background, you would see that that was the case.

Have you looked into her background? Of course I have. I have reviewed Ms. DiMera’s criminal record and it was unsettling. But, since she received her pardon, her record is clean. Your Honor, she’s the one that took Rachel from camp. She hid her in the attic of the DiMera house, for God’s sake. Your Honor, I had no idea she was there.

That’s what the report says. It seems reasonable to me that given your behavior towards Rachel in the past, that Rachel was hiding from you. That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever… That’s insane that you would even… Sorry. Calm, calm down. Be quiet.

I… As you know, I have had the opportunity to interview Rachel. And her love for her mother is unwavering. That fact and your behavior today, Mr. Black, have convinced me that my ruling is in Rachel’s best interest. I am awarding full custody of the minor child, Rachel Black, To her mother, Kristen

DiMera. This can’t be happening. Your Honor, listen to me. This woman is going to turn my daughter against me. Alright, I don’t care how well behaved she has been since she’s been out of prison, but she has not changed a bit. She will make Rachel’s life miserable, I’m telling you this. I know that’s how you see it.

But your own life is hardly above reproach. You were implicated in the apparent homicide of Philip Kiriakis. Your Honor, if I may address… I am speaking, Counselor. Children Rachel’s age are normally awarded to their mothers. Especially female children. The rulings against Ms. DiMera need to be corrected.

May I ask a question now, Your Honor? You may. Did Rachel tell you that she wants to live with her mother and only her mother? I mean, did she say that she wanted nothing to do with her father? Not in so many words, but her behavior speaks for itself. She tried repeatedly to get to her mother. She went so far as to take a rideshare to Statesville Prison in an apparent attempt to evade Mr.

Black’s control. My ruling stands and it will take effect immediately. Please deliver Rachel to Ms. DeMera by tomorrow. Court is adjourned.

We came here for shared custody, Kristen. Okay, only because I wouldn’t press charges against you for threatening me with a gun.

You know Rachel loves me. You know she needs me in her life. You know that. Brady, I know that. I know how you’re feeling right now. I know what it feels like to be kept from our daughter. Right, so please, tell the judge. Look, I’m not finished. I’m not finished. I’m not finished. I also know what it felt like to watch you try to replace me in Rachel’s life with Chloe Lane.

Oh my God, Chloe. I did not do that. And, uh, you and I don’t agree on much. But we do agree on what’s best for Rachel. Now, I listened to the judge lay out your case against you, and as much as I once loved you, I had to agree with her. Now I’m going to abide by her ruling. You’re going to listen to me now. I am going to abide by her ruling.

And I hope that you do too. And please do not worry, you will get to see your daughter. Your visits will have to be supervised. Of course.

Okay, Kristen, Kristen,

Abraham, I know your mind is all jumbled up right now, but please believe me. Okay. I am your wife and I love you very much. You’re awake. Hey there. My son, Brandon, right? No, um, no, I’m Theo. Hello, Abe. You probably don’t remember me, but I’m Dr. Kayla Johnson. Are you my doctor from before? Yes, I was. But I’m also a very close friend of yours.

And so is my husband, Steve.

Hello,

son. Wait, does that mean No. I’m sorry, I didn’t remember you. Or anyone else yet. You will. Um, I came to say goodbye. I wish I could stay a little bit longer, but I own this small company, and we’re in the middle of these big negotiations, and my partner says I have to be there. Of course you do. But, I am only a phone call away.

So you say the word, and I will fly back. Thank you.

Um, could I, would you mind if I hugged you?

Just so you know, you’re the best father I could ever have.

That’s so nice of you something? Sure.

I’m scared. Of what?

You know, I’ve been told that I have, uh, A full life. Loving wife. Children. Grandchildren. Good friends.

But I’m, uh, I’m afraid that

I might never remember that life.

In your professional opinion, do you think that I should keep Abe here longer? Well, that wouldn’t change anything. Well, I mean, maybe we could protect Abe from the pressures of the people who love him. Well, possibly, but I do think he’ll have a better chance of getting his memory back if he’s at home. I think we have to manage our own expectations and not put too much pressure on Abe.

I’m not so sure Pauline is going to be able to do that. But you know what? I think calling this love is going to be very good for Abe right now. But, patience is not Pauline’s strong suit. Ah! Hey! Somebody!

I’m here to take my Are you going to handle this or am I? Perfect.

I’m so excited to take Abe home! Well, what? What? Why do you look so sad? Oh, oh, I I I’m not sad. Um, I I just, I know you know this, but I just want to remind you that we don’t have any guarantees that Abe is gonna get his memory back. Well, I can make him remember. But it doesn’t work like that. Well, it’s gonna work that way this time.

I am determined. I’m glad that you are determined. And I don’t… I don’t want to discourage you from your task. As if you could. As if I could. I will just remind you that, well, patience. Patience is a way to get what you want. Marlena, I’ll be both patient and determined. I promise you that and I also promise you that I will have my Abraham back.

The Abraham that remembers how much he is loved. Especially by me.

This is the first time you ever said you were scared. But I used to tell you that all the time. Were you afraid a lot? I was. But you helped me. So much. Do you know what you used to say? No. There’s nothing wrong with being afraid. It’s what keeps us alive. But don’t let being afraid stop you from living. Oh, glad I was capable of a bit of wisdom.

More than a bit.

Yeah. Well, if it helped you, then I’m proud of both of us. Me too.

Okay, well, I gotta go, but I will call you all the time. I will look forward to that. And you can call me too. Okay? Whenever you want.

I’ll just remind you that, well, patience. Patience is a way to get what you want.

So! How do you feel about blowing this joint? I would like that very much.

You got any extra room in your hand luggage for some goodies? I will make room. You sure you don’t want me to drive you to the airport? I already got a car service. Don’t you have a bakery to run? So did you see Abe this morning? Yeah, me too. I told him that he can call me anytime, but I don’t think he’s actually going to.

So if he needs me, will you let me know? You have my word. I wouldn’t worry too much though. Mom is going to take real good care of him. Marlena

says that the best way to help Abe is to stop pressuring him to remember. Okay, got it. What was it like to see him? It was hard. But I got a few glimpses of the old Abe. Yeah. He’s alive, sweetness. Our prayers have been answered. Yes, they have.

I made that banner for you this morning. Thank you. Well. This is it. Uh, you’re home.

Anything look familiar to you?

Oh, Brady. Hey kid, what’s wrong? I

lost her.

Judge awarded. Full custody of Rachel too, Kristen.

Is that the ruling that awards me custody? Yes. You’ll get your own copy.

Oh my god. I just can’t believe it. I won. I won and Brady lost. You know, any decent mother would know that Brady’s not the only one who lost today. So did your daughter. Big time.

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Welcome one and all. We are here to join this man and this woman, and this man and this woman in holy matrimony. Marriage is a sacred institution based on trust, love, and mutual respect. Should anyone present see any reason why these two Excuse me, why either of these two out of the four should not be wed.

Speak now or forever hold your peace. Who left that part in?

Well then. Wait a minute!

I have something to say.

So I tell you that Sona and I are having a baby and that I’m happy about it? And all you can say is that at least Nicole’s not the mother? What, what are you supposed to say? How about congratulations? Look, Sammy, I gotta go. Kate and dad are here. Yeah, I’m sure Kate wishes you well, too. Bye. Sorry we’re late, but it’s for a very good read.

Yeah. Abe is coming home from the hospital. We went to help Paulina get everything ready. Well, he’s well enough to come home. That’s great. Best news ever. I’m sure Paulina’s just excited. Oh, she is. She is. The only thing, Abe still has amnesia, so unfortunately he doesn’t recognize, he doesn’t know who she is.

Yeah, but he’s alive and he’s coming home, we’re gonna do everything we can to make sure he recovers his memory, you know, lots of visits and reminders of how much we love him and make sure that he knows everybody’s there for him. Yeah, of course, that’s great, and I’ll do whatever I can to help. I know you will, sir.

Well, I have some good news to share myself.

I’m gonna be a dad.

My test results were already picked up. That’s what it says right here. Well, that’s impossible because I’m Nicole Walker and I did not pick them up. May I see your ID? Seriously, please.

Look, there is obviously a mistake. My baby’s father got a call from Dr. Sorenson’s office saying the test results were ready. And I came right over. So you lost them in what, a matter of 15 minutes? I’m sorry. Sorry isn’t good enough. What the hell happened to my test results?

So there it is in black and white. Nicole really is having Eric’s baby.

I mean, as soon as she sees these results, she’s gonna know the truth.

And it’s all gonna blow up in my face.

Well, this isn’t our expected turn of events. Well, not completely unexpected. What the hell are you doing?

I’m sorry, Gwenny, I can’t let you marry this man. Like

sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

So, slow news. I think the word you’re looking for is pregnant. Are you sure? Yeah, we’re sure. We took a test and we’ve seen her doctor and… We’re happy about it, and I hope you are too. So Sloane didn’t want to be here when you told her? No, she wanted to be here, but she had something she had to take care of.

Okay, don’t panic, don’t panic. So what, Nicole finds out Eric’s the father, I mean… He’s your father too, little angel, and I mean, we’re in love. And Nicole’s ensconced in a mansion. I mean, It’s a stupid piece of paper. It doesn’t mean we’re gonna lose him.

Or

does it? Is it possible the father picked up the results himself? No, he’s at a wedding. Well, I’m sorry, I don’t know what happened to them, but if you wait here, I’ll print out another copy for you. Ho ho, Nicole’s missing all the fun. I wonder what’s keeping her. Dammit, Matty, what are you doing? Look, I just think I know what you think.

In fact, I’ve heard nothing but what you think about Dimitri for the past few weeks now. And none of it’s consistent. Excuse me? One minute it’s, don’t marry him, and the next minute it’s, oh, you’re gonna be so happy together. I know, I know, I’m sorry. Excuse me, remember us? Hey, the OG bride and groom here. I didn’t want a double wedding in the first place.

I certainly did not want this psycho drama. I’m so sorry. No, it’s not your fault, it’s his fault. Please stop sniveling or get out, because I’m getting married to Stefan, right here, right now. No. Look, Mattie, Tell me. Come on, tell me. Just talk to me. Just tell me what’s wrong.

Thank you. But printing out a copy doesn’t explain what happened to the original genetic test results, that they’re kind of private on personal. Um, my colleague just went on a break. Let me see if I can track her down and get some answers. Yeah, okay. You do that, and you might want to tell her to forgo her break because the baby’s father is EJ DiMera.

No. He’s a certain amount of clout in this town. Tell me.

Here. I’m gonna call Nicole. Something’s wrong. I’ll be back. Gabby, I’m sorry. Really, I am. Not as sorry as you’re gonna be. Talk to me. Look, it’s just, you’re my best friend. You’re my only friend. But if you are her friend, then you will trust her and her decision. Now, I know that you don’t trust me, but I promise you I am not going to hurt her.

I will make sure he keeps his word. Leo, I know how much you love Gwen, and vice versa, but you will always be a part of her life, which means that you and I are kind of stuck with each other, and I’m hoping that someday, even we could be friends. Heartwarming. Now can we shut up and get along with this thing?

And I know that this marriage is going to enrich all our lives.

Your blessing means so much to me.

Okay. Blessings upon blessings. Thank you. Actually, that means a lot. No, actually what that means is that we can proceed with this wedding. Now, please, one more time with feeling. Right, um, so where was I? Um, oh yes, um, if anyone for any reason Okay, no, no one does. Just move on. Gabriella and Stephan, Gwen and, remind me of your name.

Dimitri. Dimitri. Marriage is a commitment to life. The best that two people can offer. It brings out growth and development unlike any other relationship. It is a physical and an emotional relationship that is promised for a lifetime.

Thanks, but there’s no point. I’m sure it’ll get… Straighten out soon. Or else I’m going to kill someone. Well, This is, uh, Certainly unexpected. Actually, it was planned. Really? You want the details? No, I don’t. Eric, I’m sorry, I’m just surprised. And not pleasantly. You know, usually with an announcement like this, I would have expected to hear Congratulations, I’m really thrilled for you, son.

For the record. I’m told that I’ll be a grandfather again and I’m happy for you because I know how much you wanted to be a father. Yeah, well that was carefully worded. Oh, come on Eric, you know, Sloane is not my favorite person. Because she didn’t like the chowder? No, because she terrorized Paulina and Chanel and then gave her damn playbook to her demented brother.

Alright, honey. And he’s the reason why my best friend Abe has no idea who in the hell he is. So I apologize. I’m so sorry. I’m so damn sorry. Yeah, right. Yeah, well, I thought you were just having a fling with that woman, not having a baby with her. Now you are. That’s a hell of a commitment. What the hell changed, Eric?

That dream, that nightmare, this is coming true. Eric’s gonna find out that Nicole and I are both having his baby. And he’s gonna go right back to Nicole. She’s probably on the way to pick these up right now. There’s only one thing I can do.

Gabriela and Stefan, have you come here to enter into marriage without coercion, freely, and wholeheartedly? We have. Gwen and Dimitri, have you come here to enter into marriage? Without coercion, freely, and wholeheartedly? I have. Yes. I have.

Do you, Stefan, take Gabriela to have and to hold, to love and to cherish, from this day forward till death do you part?

Si. Quiero. I do. Do you, Gabriela, take Stefan To have and to hold, to love and to cherish, from this day forward till death do you part. I do.

By the power vested in me. I now pronounce you husbands and wives. You may now kiss your wife.

Stefan, you may now kiss your wife. I

know you don’t approve of me and Sloan, and you believe that we’re doing this all for the wrong reasons. But once upon a time ago, you had to welcome E. J. DeMere into the family, and I’m sorry, Kate, but let’s not forget about Lucas who frickin kidnapped Sammy. Okay, no, that’s fair. And, Eric, I did encourage you and Sloane to have a baby, if you recall.

You did? Yes, I did. I encouraged them both to go ahead and do it. Life is short. Seize the day and all of that. I would be a hypocrite if I expressed disapproval right now. So, I want you to know, I’m very happy for you. Thank you, Kate. I really appreciate that. Unfortunately, my father doesn’t feel the same way you do.

Don’t go away then!

Ma always said that every child is a blessing, and what could be better than a new breed? That’s right. I know this baby is going to be loved, and it’s going to be cherished, and it’s going to be spoiled like crazy. So congratulations, Eric. To you, and to your child. Who will be as lucky as hell to have the best father any kid could ever ask for.

Congratulations.

Talk

to my colleague. She said she gave the test results to Nicole Walker. No, she didn’t. I am Nicole Walker. You saw my freaking ID. Uh, so who the hell did she give it to? Me. Thank you,

Dad, for coming around. Yeah, well… Thanks to Kate for being happy for you and for me remembering Ma’s words. Look, I admit that I had misgivings when I first heard, but this is obviously something you want very badly. So I want it for you.

Especially since I know how disappointed you were when Jada decided to Terminate her pregnancy. Yeah, I was, but… Sloane and I’s decision to have a baby had nothing to do with that. Or Nicole having EJ’s child. Dad, you know it’s been a hard year for me, and Sloane’s been through it all with me. Does… Does Gina know about the baby?

She does. I, uh… I told her earlier today, and she took the news very well. But she and I have both moved on.

Boy, that Leo, he, he really likes attention, huh? Oh, yeah. But I will say that by Salem standards, the wedding was relatively drama free. Couldn’t you

have given me a drama queen at my wedding.

Why did you do that? I’m gonna leave. No, please. You did what you thought was right. And it would kill me to know that the two of you stopped being friends because of me.

Thank

you. So, how long do you think they’ll last? Gabby and Steph?

Well, going by their statistics, somewhere south of six months. You want to play the odds? I’m trying to be a supportive brother. You’re no fun. I noticed that Gabby is wearing Daphne DiMera’s sapphire necklace. I assume you gave it to her? I loaned it. So I’m not the only one trying to make money. I was feeling charitable, since the good news.

Now that you share joint custody of Rachel. Mm hmm. I also want Gabby to see me as a friend, not an enemy. If you said the same thing about Megan and look how that turned out. Stefan followed your advice and agreed to a double wedding. He figured it was no skin off his nose to ingratiate himself with our nephew.

Of course, you didn’t foresee Leo Starr’s nonsense. Don’t suppose you know what that’s about? I have no idea.

Gabby, you look beautiful. Especially when you were yelling at Leo. Can you believe that nincompoop? You know, it looks like you’ll be in a body bag by now. Well, overall, I feel like the wedding was beautiful. I thought so too. Thank you. And what was up with Leo? You know what? It doesn’t even matter. Because what I remember is saying I do, and the justice of the piecing, and your man and wife.

That’s all that matters. Definitely. All that matters.

Hey, hey, hey. Oh, I’m so sorry. Hey, Jay, I’m sorry. Um, don’t worry about it. It’s okay. Uh, anyway, I, uh, heard you’re having a baby, so congratulations. Uh, thank you. And, uh, Nicole, is she coming back? Because I’d like to congratulate her in person. Uh, I hope so. Um, Excuse me. Thank you. Thank you again. Yep. So, you want to congratulate Nicole?

Taking the high road. But, you know, since she’s not here, I’ve actually had enough Salem weddings for one day, so, uh, maybe we should just, uh, take off. I don’t think Gabby would mind. Yeah, I don’t think she would either. Let’s go. You

sure you’re protected?

Why do you have my test results? Well, Eric and I are having genetic testing done too. So I came to see if our results are ready and she must have just given me yours by mistake.

It’s open. Look, I’ve been having a lot of anxiety. I just, I’m sorry. I didn’t even look at the envelope to check the name.

Thank God. What is it? Um, no genetic anomalies. That’s wonderful. Yeah, I can’t wait to tell EJ that, uh, our baby’s fine.

Okay, that should do it. Presto change o! No mention of EJ not being a genetic match for Nicole’s baby.

I guess I don’t need to print another copy after all.

So, man and wife again. Congratulations. Thank you, and thanks for standing up for me today. Oh, I didn’t do much. You took the job. That means a lot. And I have to say, I’m very happy about joining this family again. I know you don’t feel the same way, but Stefan wants to be close to his brother, so maybe we could have a fresh start.

I’d like that.

Aren’t you gonna toss your bouquet? Shall I aim it in your direction? Thanks, but I still have some wild oats to sow. You know, I was thinking it would probably be a bit more civilized, seeing as we’ve got two bouquets and two single women here, that I should just give mine to Jada. Have you seen where she went?

We need to talk. Have you seen Jada?

Um, I think she and Wraith, uh, snuck out. Oh, alright then. Here you go. What is this for? Well, you are the one single woman left here. Auntie Kristen. Please do not call me that. I am your niece. Okay, sorry, it’s the last time. Mm hmm, alright. I wonder if Leo’s feelings for Dimitri have been, um… But

to bed, shall we say? Well, Dimitri’s really been great. He’s, um, really smoothing things out with Leo. Actually,

I’m back. Oh, Miss Walker. Did you get everything straightened out with the test results? Yes, we did. I’m sorry. I can’t imagine. All’s well that ends well, right? Did you park in the garage? Let me walk you out. Come. Okay.

What are you doing with that? Gwen gave it to me. Since I am the only single woman in attendance. I hope Nicole doesn’t have her heart set on being the next bride. Well, she hasn’t mentioned it, but… Who knows? Hmm. What the hell was what? Oh, you know damn well what I’m talking about. That sudden attack of conscience.

And you know damn well it wasn’t sudden. My conscience has been giving me splitting headaches since we hooked up. Not to mention acid reflux and acute insomnia. And I have been telling you ever since we hooked up that Gwen is going to be fine, okay? I’m going to inherit millions of dollars. And the three of us are going to live happily ever after.

So you get to have your cake and eat it too? Share and share alike. I don’t want any. Oh, come on.

Just eat it. Come on. It’s good, huh? It’s a little sweet. Cake is supposed to be sweet. But you, uh, you got a little too much of it. I see. You got it? Yeah, I think I got it. What’s going on here?

Whoa! Well, look at you two. You look fabulous. Well, thank you. This came from Gabby’s wedding. Ah, did you catch the bouquet? Uh, they didn’t throw them. They, them, what do you mean? Well, it turned into a double wedding at the last minute. Yeah. Dimitri von Leutzner married Gwen Rischek. Well, that sounds like a marriage created in heaven for the Macbeths.

Yeah. Anyway, we did not mean to interrupt, so if you’ll excuse us. Of course. Enjoy the rest of your evening. Thank you. You too. All right. Good to see you two. I think they make an adorable couple.

Jane looks happy. Yeah, I think she does. So, how far along is Sloan? Uh, just a few weeks. I’m surprised you’re telling people so early. Well, why not? I mean, she’s young and she’s healthy. I’m sure the whole thing is going to be smooth sailing. So?

What are You caught us. We were working on the surprise for the wedding. Oh, right. The surprise. Well, now that we’re married, I finally get to hear what that is. So, what’s the big surprise? What perfect timing. I love surprises.

So, what is it?

I think we should take this party upstairs. It’s our wedding reception. I don’t think anyone’s going to miss us. Yeah, and actually, who cares if they do?

Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to be nosy. Oh, no, no, no, not at all. Uh, you’ll all know soon enough, I suppose. I was, I was just asking Leo here for his advice on our honeymoon. And he told me that, well, that you have always wanted to go to… Iceland! Iceland, Iceland. Oh, how do you remember it? Iceland. Oh, the blue lagoons and the ice caves.

The um, the land of fire and ice. That’s the documentary that sparked my interest. Oh, you are so thoughtful. You’re so generous, and I love you so much. Oh! Well, I think that’s my cue to leave. Mine, too.

Nicole, thank God. I was about to send out a search party. Did you finally get the test results? Yes. And they were delayed because, never gonna believe why. The nurse accidentally gave them to Sloan Peterson.

Hey, you made it. Sloan, come over. We’re toasting a new baby. They’re happy for us. Can I get you something? You know, a burger, something to drink? Non alcoholic, of course. No, no, nothing. Thank you. What’s wrong? Is your brother okay? Uh, no, I actually, I never went and saw my brother. Eric, there’s something I need to, to tell you.

For coming with me today. Thanks for having me. I had a really nice time. I know, even though you didn’t get to read your book. Well, the day is still young.

Wanna come in for a little while?

Simone, what is it?

I lied to you about going to see my brother.

I was feeling really anxious after I had that nightmare this morning. Like something could be wrong with the baby. So I went to the hospital, and I just wanted to see if our test results were ready. Why didn’t you tell me? I would have gone with you. Because I knew that you were having lunch with your dad and Kate, and I didn’t want you to worry, too.

Didn’t the doctor say it was going to take a few days? Yes, and the results weren’t ready, but… Just, I’m feeling a lot better now. You are? Yeah. See, I, I ran into Nicole while I was there. And, um, the doctor put her results on Rush, and she found out everything’s okay with the baby. That’s great. I’m sure she and EJ are happy.

Yeah. And I think just hearing her, you know, have positive news about her baby, it made me just I feel really good about ours, and I just, I know everything’s gonna be okay now.

It’s good news, EJ.

Oh, thank God. It’s, it’s been hard to believe that everything’s gonna be okay. But now it’s starting to seem real. Uh, we’re gonna have a baby. Our

perfect little miracle. A miracle indeed. And now, we can stop worrying and enjoy the ride.

Congratulations. Thank you. And once you get your inheritance after your pending birthday, I’m sure you won’t forget your Aunt Kristen. Of course not. Good. And a word to the wise, I wouldn’t consider changing my name. Dimitri DiMera to alliterative.

No. No, excuse me. Hello. Well, why would the judge wanna see me? What about Rachel’s custody? Okay, I’ll be right there. So I would like to quote the bard and say, you know, uh, parting is such sweet sorrow, but right now it feels about as sweet as a horseradish pickle. What Gwen? I’m already feeling bereft of you.

Will you just stop with the melodrama already? The Sailor Moon is just three miles away. Who’s gonna wake me up singing in the shower off key every morning? Trust me, if you are late, you will hear from me. And you’re not gonna miss me at all, are you? Oh, come on. Of course I am. I’m gonna miss you terribly.

Don’t worry. We’ll be seeing plenty of Leo, I’m sure. We’ll have him over all the time. Yes, absolutely. Well, I suppose I wouldn’t mind spending more time at Chez Demure if they’ve got a basement full of this stuff. Let’s go open another bottle. Yeah, I’m gonna get you some water first.

Oh, Stefan, wait, when did you do this?

How? I have my ways. Oh, Stefan, this is so romantic. Thank you, but, uh, do you mind if I? Oh, I don’t mind at all. I love you, Mrs. DiMera. Calm my heart. Find body and soul.

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Reeve. Uh, hi. Uh, listen, um, I know you’re practically running Salem PD at this point, but, um, today is usually your day off, so I was just wondering if you were free. Uh, yeah, actually I am. No hot plans? Nope. You know, uh, Talia, she’s out doing community service, so I figured I’d stay in, relax, you know, read big little lies, and um, meditate.

Uh huh. Okay. Why? Did you have something else in

mind? Just wondering if maybe you wanted to go to a wedding? Because my sister’s getting married, and um… I could use a plus one.

Good

morning, beautiful. I mean, what? You know I love breakfast in bed. Happy wedding day. Happy anniversary. Happy first day of the rest of

my life.

Matty, your phone is blowing up. It’s rather distracting, babe. Just put it on vibrate, I’ll be out in a sec.

Mattie of Honor, at your service. What do you think? Too much? Yeah, fine. Where are you? Why? You didn’t even look at me! I’m sorry, I just can’t seem to tear my eyes away from these… Libidinous turns of phrase, or shall I say sexed messages from your new lover, I presume.

Eric? Hey, what’s wrong? What happened?

I spoke to Nicole.

She needs you. Get the results back from the genetic testing.

Okay, is that it’s not EJ’s kid. What? I mean, how is that even possible? See, the thing is, Nicole, she hasn’t been with anybody besides me and EJ. Which obviously makes the kid mine. But you already knew that! Didn’t you?

You swapped my cheeks yourself. See, the results conclusively said that I was not the father, which turns out that I am. You could be the only one who screwed with the test. You tried to keep me away from knowing that it’s my kid. You’re a lying bitch!

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

Dear baby, please don’t be mad at me. No, I just, I was Don’t! But I was terrified whenever I found out Nicole was pregnant that she would leave me for her. Where are you going? I don’t want to be with you. I don’t want to be anywhere near you. But our baby! I’m pregnant! you money. I don’t want money. I want you.

Yeah, well, I don’t want you. I don’t want to be anywhere near you. You know what, Nicole? It was my first love. And our baby is going to be born into this world with love.

And on the other hand, I never really want anything to do with you. Eric, but our baby!

Baby? it?

Are you alright? Oh!

Hey! Hello, hello. I was just reading this article about Abe and Lonnie rescuing him. I can’t believe he was kidnapped by some delusional nurse. He’s actually still alive. I know. It is quite literally unbelievable. Not to mention absolutely brilliant news. Uh huh. And, I have some news of my own. Really? Mm hmm.

Dr. Sorensen’s office just phoned. The results of the genetic testing are in. Already? Mm hmm. And we just had those done yesterday. I greased the wheels a bit. Put it on the fast track for analysis, since I knew you were anxious to get the results. Mm hmm, yeah. So, is everything alright with the baby?

Listen, Gweny, I can explain. You don’t owe me an explanation. And I’m sorry I read your text, but you did ask me to turn your ringer off and they were all sort of popping up all over the screen. Right. That happens. But now, I can’t help but wonder, who is this mystery man who’s lying in bed naked waiting for you?

Are you up to some roleplay perhaps? Let me guess. You’re a cabana boy who accidentally walks into the wrong bungalow. Actually, that’s not bad. Obviously you don’t know who those naughty texts were from, right? No, I mean, how could I? According to your contacts, his initials are MP. Ah, yes, MP. Matthew Perry.

What? The actor from Friends? What, who, Chandler? No, no, it’s a guy that I met on matchup. com. Ross is way more my type anyway. Yeah, actually I can see that Well, that’s wonderful Matty. So when did you meet this bloke? Oh a couple of days ago Did you? Well, I was under the impression that you and I were best friends.

We are. Well, then why didn’t you mention him to me? Because it was you know, just a hookup. I didn’t wanna make a thing out of it and because truthfully I Might be catching some feelings, I don’t want to jinx it. Okay. So what are you waiting for, then? Spill, tell me, is he incredibly hot? Oh, you have no idea.

He is a certified level 3 smoke show. Well, good for you, Matty. Well done. So… You gonna go off to see M. P., be that naughty little cabana boy with the level 3 smoke show? Hmm, well, he says the only thing missing is me. No, M. P. can just hang out by himself for a little while. Really? He seems pretty desperate to see you.

Hey, listen to me. My best friend in the entire world is getting married today, which means today is a very important day for me too. The only person I am focused on right now is you. You’re beautiful, right? Um,

You know what I was thinking this morning? That with all your, uh, pillow drool, and the way that your mouth hangs open when you sleep, and you make that adorable little snorting sound. Oh yeah? It is, it is, it’s adorable. Despite all that, You are still the most beautiful woman I have ever laid eyes on.

And my soon to you, my soon to be husband. I am more in love with you than ever. You know, when my alarm went off, and there you were right next

to me, I I don’t know, I thought about it and it’s just silly to worry about the whole don’t see the bride before the wedding thing. I mean, what could happen to us that hasn’t already happened, right? True, true. Oh, Gabby, I cannot wait for you to be my wife

again. And I promise you this time, the death do us part. Part? It’s for real.

So… Gabby’s getting married today? Was this like a sudden decision? No, no, no, no, no. I’ve known for a few weeks now, but But, uh, Yeah, I mean, I didn’t invite you obviously because Yeah, you’re keeping our relationship on the DM. Yeah, but Yeah, but, uh, now that they’ve taken my badge, there’s really no point in keeping up appearances, is there?

I mean, are you sure about that? You know, the acting mayor did fire you, and now that Abe’s been found alive, there’s a real possibility that he can reinstate you. Yeah. Yeah, and when he comes back to the job, he’s not exactly going to be gung ho on us dating. Yeah. So do you really think that this is a good time for us to go public?

Abe back on the job? Not sure that’s gonna happen anytime soon. I mean, not with him struggling with amnesia. And even if Ape does come back, and he’s mayor again, and he wants to reinstate me, I gotta say, being let go, it’s, um, it’s been oddly liberating. Really? Mm hmm. How so? Well, it’s out of the obvious.

You know, that gives me proper time to write my life’s memoir and, uh, to have a midlife crisis. Um, well, it’s made me think about things. It’s made me think, like, my job isn’t necessarily the most important thing in my life. And if I had to choose between being commissioner of Salem PD or being with you, I’d choose you.

That’s very sweet of you to say. But, I mean, you just got out of a divorce, and… Oh, oh, oh, I see. You think this is some sort of a rebound thing, huh? Is that it? Alright, you’re not wrong. I haven’t exactly had the best luck with relationships. That is true. I did think about… Giving up on them, and on love, and then I met you.

This feels different. Feels right.

I feel the same to me too.

Good. Please head that out. Your sister’s not coming back for hmm. Hours.

Whoa, there I, uh.

I think you better open this. Right now? Yeah, now, before you get too carried away. Happy anniversary. Happy anniversary, happy anniversary, happy anniversary, and another happy anniversary. Why five? Because we were robbed of our first four, and I figured I might as well play a little catch up. So, for the first anniversary, it’s traditional to give paper.

And for the second, cotton. The third, leather. And then the fourth, fresh fruit and flowers. And for the fifth, wood. This is so sweet and thoughtful, but I feel bad I don’t have anything for you. I think you do. Are

you sure you don’t want to dash over to CMP for a quickie? I’m sure you have time. No, I’m gonna go tell that snake charmer to keep a serpent in his pants. He’s for real. Poor MP, I’m sure he’s going to be very disappointed, I’m

sure.

You know, they say that it’s in bad form to text with your boyfriend on your wedding day when you’re about to marry the woman of your dreams. You’re knocking, Kristen. Hmm. Yeah, well, the door was open. So. This boyfriend of yours. Leo Stark is not my boyfriend. Okay, well, your paramour, your boy toy, whatever you want to call him.

Like I said, I’m just I need him thinking that I’m interested so I do not lose this inheritance. Ah, okay, right. Since, uh, I am so looking forward to a cut of the inheritance, I will not tell anyone that my daughter caught you and that little twerp in Flagrante. However, May I remind you, if you have not forgotten, that…

That little twerp is your fiancé Gwen’s best friend. Yes. I know. And, uh, has it occurred to you that the two of them are as thick as thieves and will talk about everything and anything? Leo is not going to tell her anything. Why the hell would he? Oh my god. Because… She is, I’m guessing, not only his best friend, but his most trusted confidant.

And, uh, one day, he will spill the beans. And when he does, dear nephew, you will

be screwed. And not in a good way. So, Official privileges at University Hospital? No, she does not. And since she flew back home last night, we’re to pick up the results ourselves. But she assured me they’d be self explanatory and that if we need to give her a call, with any questions or concerns, we’re free to do so.

I see.

There is no reason to believe that something is wrong. But if there is some concern over our genetic history, we’re more than prepared to deal with it. Together. And if there isn’t, we can rest easy. Right. So, why don’t we go to the hospital and pick up the results now? Shall we? It’s the baby. The baby with?

What do you mean? I just, I had a nightmare. It was, something terribly wrong happened. I don’t know if the testing hasn’t revved up your anxiety. No, it’s not that. I just, I love this baby so much already. Okay. And you’re really scaring me so bad. Alright, shh. Come here. Just relax. Why don’t you close your eyes, all right?

Just take some big, deep breaths, and everything’s gonna be fine, I promise. I mean, you can always try counting the sheen.

Better? Mm

hmm. I’m gonna be fine. I’m Okay. You relax.

It’s not our test results that I’m worried about. It’s EJ Nicole’s.

What will we do if they show that… Our babies.

Eric’s. Man, I could lie here all day. Me too. So, when’s the wedding? Eleven. Oh, we better get going. Wait, we? Does that mean you’re going? Of course I’ll go.

I want to be with you every chance I can get. Okay.

So, where is it? What’s the dress code? Well, it’s at the DiMera mansion, and uh, you can basically wear whatever you want. Mom jeans, wine shirt, my sister does not care. As long as you’re going to be on her side of the aisle, she’ll be happy. Right, right. You know, I can’t help but wonder how many DiMeras must be living in that mansion now.

Oh my God. EJ and Nicole, they’re going to be there, aren’t they? Well, yeah, probably. I mean, it is his brother that’s getting married. Yeah. You okay with that? No, I’m fine with it. The question is, are you? I mean, I know how upset you were yesterday when you found out about Nicole’s pregnancy. Oh, I was shocked.

Yes. Upset? No. No, I’m not. You know, as far as I’m concerned, EJ and Nicole deserve each other, I don’t give a damn. Yeah. What about you, though? Remember all those things that Nicole said when she found out you were pregnant? Yeah, but that was my choice to make. I did what was right for me. I mean, as far as Nicole Walker is concerned, I don’t care.

And I would feel a little resentment if it was Eric that was gonna be the father of that child, but it’s not. It’s EJ’s. Yeah. And quite frankly, the only person I feel sorry for is that child. Right?

Oh, I don’t know why I’m such a bundle of nerves. Oh, you shouldn’t be. It’s not like either one of us has a family history of genetic disorders. Unless being a screw up is in the DNA? Oh, asking for a friend, of course. No, and you can tell your friend… I don’t think that can be passed down. So, shall we? Where are you two going?

Uh, we’re going to the hospital to pick up some lab results. Aren’t you, uh, forgetting something? Ta da da da! Your wedding, yes, yes, yes, of course. We wouldn’t miss it for the world. We won’t be long. Okay. Look, EJ, I… I know I didn’t get to ask you this formally, to be my best man, but… For a good reason. Okay, just…

You see, I don’t have anybody else to help me get ready. And, I know you and I have had our ups and downs, but I’m hoping this most recent truce can be more of a permanent detente, and we can put this Cain and Abel crap behind us. That is a lovely sentiment, and I too am hopeful, uh, unfortunately, I’m not.

No, no, no, you know what, why don’t, why don’t you stay and help Stefan? But, I, I thought that this is important, the man’s getting married today. I can go to the hospital myself. Yes, I’m sure and I’ll be back in time to get ready. I mean, if you’re really okay with it. I am. Now, you fulfill your best man duties, and I will be back soon with good news, I’m sure.

Mm hmm. Okay? Definitely good news. Mwah. Okay. Okay.

I’m calming down, I’m calming down for you, little one, because I know that panicking isn’t good for you. Yes, that’s right. Mm. Mm. If any luck, EJ will be the father of that baby. What do you say? Should we find out? You talking to yourself? Oh, to the baby, actually. Couldn’t sleep. Oh, I’m sorry. Hey, you know what I was thinking?

You should come down to the pub with me. I mean, since I told Brady yesterday about the baby and I think it’s time that I share it with my dad and Kate, too. And, you know, you can join us for lunch. It would be great. Oh. I know I’d love to, but I just, I can’t. I promised my brother that I would spend some time with him before he began serving his time, and you know, he was a wreck yesterday after the hearing.

Okay, I mean, I understand. But give my love to Kate and your dad, okay? Of course I will. I will understand. Yeah. Thank you. Yeah.

Who is it? It’s Kristen. May I come in? Uh, sure.

I brought you something. It’s a family heirloom. It’s old. It twinkles blue. Well, I mean, someone probably swiped it from the lost and found on the Titanic. Meaning, it is very, very old. Yeah, I got it. I just wondered if you wanted to wear it today. Why? Why? Well, because we’re going to be family. And you have gone out of your way to be nice to me since your oh so romantic reunion with my brother.

I know it’s probably because you just needed support with the DiMera board. And also, I, I figured you didn’t have a maid of honor, so I just wanted to say I was available. You know, I’m studying your face, looking for the poker tell, trying to figure out if you have an ulterior motive. No, my only motive is to forge a friendship with you, my soon to be sister in law.

I suppose I, uh… Because I’m getting shared custody with Rachel, I’m feeling rather charitable.

I’m really happy to hear about your daughter, Kristen. Congratulations. Thank you. Thank you. Uh, so, um, would you like me to put this on? Sure. Um, thank you. Sure. Yeah.

Wow.

Oh, look who’s dressed to the nines for no apparent reason. Either you are auditioning to be the next Bachelor, in which case good luck, or you didn’t get the memo. You’re not invited to the wedding. What wedding? Mine. I’m getting married this morning. Well, what a coincidence. So am I. You’re kidding. No, no, no, I’m not kidding.

And, uh, well, I assume you’re having the ceremony right here. You’re assuming right. Well then, another coincidence. So am I. Well,

I suppose I ought to get into my dress if I don’t want to be late to my own wedding. Ah, Gwenny, I can’t believe you’re moving out. Leaving me alone in this dark, low ceilinged little room with the outdated window treatments. Not that bad. And generally, you know, husband and wife do tend to live together.

Although, I am going to miss this dark, low ceilinged, walled room with you. Yes, it’s going to be so depressing, schlepping around that 10, 000 square foot mansion. All the cooks and butlers, the theater, indoor pool. Yeah, well, you know, I did live there before, so I am quite familiar and know my way around all those 10, 000 square feet.

But last time you were a nanny, now you’re going to be the lady of the manor, bossing people around.

Yes, it will be quite different, won’t it? More enjoyable, I presume. However. There’s a however? Yes, of course there is. I’m not going to have my best friend who can make me laugh harder than anyone else can. Who comforts me when I’m feeling low. It’s not like you’re moving to another galaxy. We’re gonna see each other all the time.

Damn well better. And Gwenny, I hate to bring up the crass topic of money, but how am I gonna afford this place without you? You’re gonna have to give me a raise, okay? Yes, or maybe you’re just gonna have to cut down on all the room service and pay per view porn. Those were art films. Really? 40 gays in 40 nights.

The Devil Wears Nada. Well, maybe not those.

Gwennie, Without me around to rhapsodize about all of your incredible attributes, You better not lose sight of how special, and wonderful, and perfect you are. Well, if I do forget, I’m just gonna have to ring you, aren’t I, so you can remind me. Anytime. Day or night.

You’re Matty. You

know I adore you.

I’m going to cherish all of our memories that we’ve made. Here. In the Salem Inn room. I adore you too. I’m gonna miss you so much. Oh gosh. I’m gonna miss you too.

Wow. Is this okay? Is. Uh, okay, yeah, let me just clarify, so when we talked about dress code, I should have stipulated that you’re not supposed to upstage the bride. You look amazing. Wow. Thank you. And you don’t look so bad yourself. Thank you. So, what’s the protocol? Do we need to get a card or a present? No, no, no, don’t worry about it, because I’m just going to re wrap the waffle iron that I got my sister at her last almost wedding.

Perfect. Hey. Hey. Hi there. Hi. Are, uh, you two… Never mind. It’s none of my business. No, it’s fine. And yes, we are. I mean, that’s assuming if you were asking if we’re seeing each other. Yeah, that was my question. That’s great. Thanks. So, it looks like you have some news of your own to share. Floor’s open. Yeah, I was stopping by to see my dad and tell him that Sloane and I are expecting.

Wow.

You are positively glowing. Thank you. Maybe that’s because I haven’t been this happy since the day Ariana was born. I can’t believe I’m gonna marry my soulmate. Oh, look at you. Kristen, I know that you’ve always thought of Brady that way as, as your soulmate, and, and maybe now that you’re sharing custody of Rachel, maybe that magic will come back again.

Yeah. Maybe.

Suck in. Suck in! Ugh, my goodness, girl! You’re like a negative size two. Why is this so tight? Well, full disclosure, I took the gown straight off the mannequin, who was probably a negative size four. And of course there wasn’t anyone around to do alterations, unfortunately. What? It was a time sensitive situation.

You see what’s happening here? This is me biting my tongue, practicing radical acceptance. Matty, I know you probably think that I should be whisked away in some straitjacket for marrying some guy that I barely know, but in all of my years where I’ve had relationships with men, well, sort of, Relationships with men.

Well, I’ve never clicked with anyone the way that I do with Dimitri. It’s like, um, well, you can sort of say it’s like love at first sight. Like what you had with Craig. I was scamming, Craig! Okay, yeah, maybe not the best analogy. Since, um, Dimitri’s not scamming me, of course. But, um, See, look, what I’m trying to say is that, um, I thought that I could only ever love Xander.

And he loved another woman. And that was my heartbreak. But, Dimitri… Oh, he is going to make me so happy. In fact, he already has. And that’s because he’s not pining for anyone else. He doesn’t have an ex wife or a lover that he can’t get out of his mind.

Matty, that’s because for the first time in my life, I am involved with somebody who only has eyes for me.

Listen to me, nephew. I don’t know what exactly is behind this whirlwind courtship or your ridiculously hasty decision to marry Gwen Ryschek of all people, which I’m sure is going to end up in lots of tears and probably in a courtroom, but in any case, Stefan has reserved our family home for his wedding, so you’re going to have to find another venue.

Uncle, I completely understand your concerns, and obviously it isn’t an ideal situation, but, uh, Well, I can’t do that to Gwen. She’s gonna be here any minute now, expecting to be married right here in the mansion. You think I give a rat’s ass what that woman is expecting? You do not get to blindside us with ridiculous demands.

Do you understand that? Okay, can I, uh, chat with him for a second, please? Can you take it down a notch? Why the hell should I? And why are you so calm about all this? I mean, talk about chutzpah. That son of a bitch is trying to commandeer the house, the staff, the champagne. EJ, can you listen to me for a second, please?

You remember what Kristen said, right? That his co CEO is at DiMera. It is in our best interest not to alienate one of our biggest shareholders. Now, I have to find a way to get along with this guy. I’m still gonna sleep with one eye open, but I don’t see any reason to antagonize the guy over a situation that can be easily remedied.

Remedied? Remedied how? Think about it. These two, they don’t have any friends, and they’re probably haikus longer than the guest list. So why not just set out a few extra chairs? If I’m not mistaken, what you’re trying to say… What I’m saying is we have a double wedding.

That’s wonderful, Eric. That you’re finally getting the child that you… Always wanted. Congratulations. Thank you. You ready? Yes, yes I am. Alright, if you’ll excuse us. We have a wedding to attend. Have fun.

Hi, I am here to pick up some lab results. What’s the name? It’s, uh, Walker. Nicole Walker. May I see some identification? Of course. Yeah. Um.

You know what? It seems I have left it at my house, but I can tell you that the date of service was yesterday with Dr. Sorenson. I’m still going to need to see some identification. If you really need proof that I am who I say I am, feel free to just call my husband, E. J. DiMera. Oh. That won’t be necessary.

I’ve got them right here. Ah,

thank you so much.

Hi. Hi, darling. Is everything alright? I thought you’d be back by now. Yeah, I’m sorry. There was a traffic jam on University Parkway. I’m just picking up our results now, so if I’m late to the wedding, go ahead and start without me. Actually, uh, weddings, plural. What? I don’t… Turns out that, uh, Stefan and Dimitri have agreed to a double wedding.

Wait, a double wedding? What? Okay, I know, but I should have asked you first. You’re expecting me to share my wedding date with that, that creep? Dimitri, you hate him! And Gwen was checking me and she let me take the fall for drugging Abigail. Have you lost your mind? Gabby, I… I am so sorry, really, but we didn’t have a lot of time to come up with an alternative.

The important thing is, you and I are going to be married. You’re going to be husband and wife again, okay? Yeah, I guess we have no choice.

What is going on here? Apparently we’re having a double wedding. No. Oh God, no. No, no. The last double wedding that I was involved in with him was a… Category 5 disaster. Maybe it’s a sign. Maybe you should call off. Call off

my wedding?

I… I don’t want to call off my wedding. Well, then, what about a… Conscious on marrying? Can’t we just go to the courthouse? We don’t have an appointment. Well then, let’s go tomorrow. I mean, come on, what’s, what’s 24 hours? I know that you’re so dead set on getting married before your 40th, darling, but really Gwen, darling.

Everyone is here. I know this isn’t what you expected, but… Look, Dmitri is right. He is right, and you are a vision, Gwen. And right now, everyone and everything is ready to go. Yes, yes, that’s right. And, and I didn’t want to tell you this yet, but I may have got you a little something special and had it engraved with today’s date.

And… And Gabby and Stefan have very generously agreed to share their special day with us. So in a way, with all this love in the air, it’s, uh, well, it’s kind of magical, don’t you think? Well, I’m down. And are we doing ceviche this time? I have developed a shellfish allergy. For Can we get this show on the road, because I have been waiting years to marry this man, and I don’t want to wait longer.

Okay. Okay, yes, yes, I don’t, I don’t want to wait any longer either. So let’s tie these knots. There she is. There you are, and you brought a plus one. Thank you for joining us. Thank you so much, and you look beautiful, as always. Thank you, so do you.

What’s going on? Oh, we’re having a double wedding. The more the merrier. Oh. You say so. Uh huh.

Oh, hey, EJ. Where’s Nicole? Oh, she said to start the ceremony without her. She’s been delayed. Oh, what a shame.

Hi, I’m here to pick up my test results. Oh, your name? Nicole Walker.

Oh, I’m sorry, it says here they’ve already been picked up.

Okay, Nicole Walker. No genetic anomalies detected, blah blah blah. Okay, where is it?

E. J. DiMera.

Not a genetic match. Dear God. The baby’s not EJ’s. It’s Eric’s.

Welcome, one and all. We are here to join this man and this woman, and this man and this woman in holy matrimony. Marriage is a sacred institution based on trust, love, and mutual respect. Should anyone present see any reason why these two Excuse me, why either of these two out of the four should not be wed.

Speak now or forever hold your peace. Who left that part in?

Well then. Wait a minute.

I have something to say.

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 Here, lift up a little bit. There we go. Yeah. Can I, can I get you another pillow, you know, or some water, or, you know, I’m gonna, I’m gonna get you a snack. Um, you know what you could do? You could go and get a chill pill, and then you can take it yourself. You just scared the bejesus out of me, so excuse me if I’m not all chill.

You know, next time that you, you know, get a lead on a dangerous situation, I don’t know, maybe you can give me a call? Fair enough. But for the record, baby, I’m fine. You heard Kayla. Whatever sedative Nurse King gave me has been flushed out of my system. Alright. So we’re all good. Glad to hear it so I can finally take you back to prison.

Ah, there you go. I’m so relieved. Alana’s gonna be okay. I still can’t believe that she tracked down my dad. He’s, he’s actually alive. I know. She’s somewhat of a hero, isn’t she? She is, but I swear when Marlena wheeled my dad out of that elevator, I thought I was saying things. I bet you did. I was until I hugged him.

I felt him in my arms. I let myself believe it was real. I just wish that he knew who I was. Do you think that he’s going to get his memory back at some point? I’m hopeful, yes. Your father’s head injury was not severe. Which means that the amnesia should be temporary. Should be. Are you saying that there’s a chance that my dad will never remember us?

Oh, my love. Can’t believe you’re really here.

Thought I’d lost you forever.

No. Abraham. You’re awake.

How do you feel? Strange. Tired. Well, it’s no wonder you’ve been through so much. Went in the hospital. Mm hmm. You were drugged, but… It’s, uh… The doctors, they’re getting that stuff right out of your system. I was drugged. How did, how did, how did that happen? Well, it’s a long story, but you know what?

I think it’s best that you just relax for now, okay? And I will, I will tell you, I will answer all your questions when you feel a little better. Uh, I have, I have, uh, two questions. They can’t wait, they can’t wait. Yeah, of course, of course. What do you want to know? Forgive me. Who are you? And

where’s my wife?

Hello, Miss King. Oh, my hands! Oh,

what are you doing here? Well, I came to check on you. I wanted to see how you’re doing since I saw you this morning. I, I saw you this morning? Yes, don’t you remember seeing me? You do know who I am, right? How could I not know who you are? You’re just the queen diva of my favorite soap opera.

Wow!

Wait, wait, wait. Ugh, no, we can’t do this! Well, we seem to be doing a pretty good job so far. No, dum dum Gwenny! We can’t do this to her! Ugh, here we go again. Yes, here we go again! I am feeling guiltier than ever! I am her best friend, you’re her groom! And here we are, hooking up the night before your marriage!

I wish things could be different, Leo, I really do. I wish that we could be together, out in the open. But, as you also know, if I want this inheritance Yeah, yeah, you have to marry her before you’re over the hill. Before I turn 40. Same thing. And look, before I turn thirty five… Okay, forty. Okay, forty five! I have to rid myself of this guilt I have towards the sweetest person I know!

Well, definitely not the sweetest, but certainly the most loyal, or I, will inherit a straitjacket. So what do you say? That this affair, as thrilling and wonderful as it is, it… It has to end. Oh, you don’t mean that. Did I not just explain that I, who have fought hating myself my entire life for being a petty little twat, as Gwen recently called me, although she said it in a light hearted and affectionate way because she loves me and I love her, which is why I am so tortured

and now losing the Don’t do that. You know how much I How much you what? Oh, oh. Lordy, Lordy and lordy. Tomorrow. I married Gwen tonight, baby. I am all yours. God, I can’t believe

I never forgot my phone. Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives. I

didn’t realize that my dad’s amnesia could be permanent. Well, that’s rarely the case, but we just can’t rule out the possibility. Okay, well… Is there something that we can do to increase his chances of him recovering his memories? I mean… Well, I mean, for starters, we are flushing the drugs out of his system.

And then we’re gonna let his brain have some time to heal. And sometimes the memories just come back on their own. And if that doesn’t happen, then we will explore the other options. Possibly, uh, hypnotherapy or even occupational therapy. Like I had when I was a kid. Right. But I think what’s going to help your dad the most is he has your tremendous support of family and friends Well, I’ll be there for him as much as he needs me to be But I just can’t help but wonder if If what?

Maybe somehow This is all my fault. Abraham,

I know your mind is all jumbled up right now, but please believe me, okay? I am your wife, and I love you very much. I, I, I, I don’t even know you. Uh, well, uh, look, uh, look. It says it right there. Paulina Price. I’m your wife. That’s me. That, that, uh, that other woman? That was Nurse Whitley King. She was your nurse here at the hospital.

She pretended to be me and she kidnapped you. Plucked you right out of your hospital bed. Worst of all, she tricked us into thinking you were dead. Why, why, why would she do that? I don’t know, but clearly that woman is completely off her rocker. Miss King? Oh, please, call me Whitley. We’re practically family, after all.

I think you’re confused. Oh, I know that we’re not actually family. I’ve just spent so many years watching the story of your life.

Exactly. Who do you think I am? Oh, well, I know who you are. You are Charlemagne Delacroix from Body and Soul. Um, actually, that’s a fictional character. I’m Dr. Marlena Evans. We worked together at the hospital. Um, until recently, you, you were a nurse there. And you were a patient of mine. Patient.

I’m a psychiatrist. I’d like to help you if you’ll let me.

Well, Leo. Am I doing this? Or should I put my clothes back on and leave you here? Finish up all by your lonesome.

I suppose it would be a shame to let all this gratuitous nudity go to waste. Oh dear, what’s going on

here?

Gwen, darling! You’re back! I thought you were going to the office. I forgot my phone. Oh, mother of rotten luck. For you, I mean. I’m so sorry you had to come all the way back here. You should have texted me and I would have… Oh, if you didn’t have your phone, it’s hard to text about a forgotten phone without a phone, right?

Are you quite finished? Yeah, I’m done. So how’s the planning going? You know, like the two of you said that you were going to do. Well, we had been working on the surprise for your wedding and we got sidetracked. Yes, I can see that. Care to explain what’s happened to my fiancé’s clothes?

Sorry to barge in on you, Mrs. Grant. Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Sam Gerrard with the U. S. Marshal’s Office. You know, you caused quite a stir with your disappearance. If I may. She was knocked out and held against her will. I’m well aware. I was with Detective Hunter and the former commissioner when they found her at the docks.

I heard you tracked my monitor. Thank you for helping them find me. Just doing my job, ma’am. Which also includes taking you back to Maryland. And now that you’re feeling better, I’m afraid we have to leave right away. I’m sorry. I can’t let you do that.

Why on earth would you think that you have anything to do with your father’s amnesia? Well, Claire’s always talking about karma and karmic payback. And I’m just wondering if what I did a couple of years ago might have caused what happened to my dad. Uh, no. Well, you don’t even know what I’m talking about.

Maybe you do. Okay, okay. Why don’t you tell me? Well, when Ciara lost her memory, I started dating her again. Even though she didn’t remember Ben. I mean, we almost got married. And that’s, well, that’s similar to what Nurse Whitley did to my dad. Okay, okay, you need to listen to me for a second, okay? Nurse Whitley kidnapped and manipulated your father.

She drugged him and made all of us believe that he was dead. There is no way that any of that is similar to what you did. And aside from all that, it’s not the way the universe works. You don’t believe in karma? I think I’m of two minds about it, really. I mean, I have seen so many good people have really bad things happen to them.

And also the opposite. But you know what? I do believe that being a good person is its own reward, and the kindness and decency can be contagious. You, Theo, are a good person, and I believe No, I know that the only people responsible for your dad’s condition are Colin Bedford and Whitley Kate.

Whitley,

I’d like to talk about what happened at your apartment this morning. You know, I’m awfully tired. I think we should talk about it some other time. No, that’s not a good idea. We made a breakthrough already, and it’s important that we continue.

Look, otherwise I’m afraid that you may end up harming yourself or someone else. Why would you say that? Because of what happened with Abe. Look, I know it wasn’t your intention, but Abe was hurt by what you did. So was his family.

You’re saying it’s true. That I was kidnapped by Paulina. Nurse Whitley. You were kidnapped by Nurse Whitley.

If Whitley kidnapped me, then that explains why she would never, ever let me leave the apartment. She said, she said that I was in danger, that, that a man attacked me. Uh, yes, well, that part is true. It’s why, it’s why you were in the hospital the first time. A man named Colin Bedford, very bad man, he knocked you out in my daughter’s bakery.

Do you remember that? All I remember is, uh, is waking up in the hospital and Chanel was beside me. Yes, my daughter, Chanel, she owns the bakery. And when you woke up, she went to go find me. And, uh, a woman came by. Yeah, that was your nurse. She took advantage of your confused state. But at home she, she showed me our wedding picture.

And she was, she was definitely in it. It must have been a fake! Photoshopped!

See? See? This is our real wedding picture. You and me. Oh, what a day it was. The day we became husband and wife. Oh, one of the happiest of my life. And you, you said the same thing. Do, do you recognize us? Does it seem at all familiar? Wait a minute, wait a minute. I

do remember you now.

Agent Grant, I understand that you’d like to spend more time with your wife. But, she was given furlough to attend her father’s funeral. Who, as it turns out, is actually still alive. That’s my point. And she thought she lost her dad and she’s been granted a miracle. Can’t you give her a few days to spend with her dad?

I mean, at least until he’s out of the hospital. My hands are tied. It’s not my call. Yeah, but you can make a plea on her behalf. I mean, her father has lost his memory, and spending time with his daughter could help him regain it. A case of amnesia? After a miraculous return from the dead? Sounds like something from Body and Soul.

You know, the soap opera? Uh, not that I’m a big fan. The Mrs. makes me watch. From time to time. Is there any way that you can arrange for me to stay here? Just a little longer? I sympathize with you, Mrs. Grant, but my hands are tied. We were already booked on the next flight.

Okay. Okay.

Can I at least say goodbye to my father before we go?

Oh, Abraham! I’m so relieved! Oh, you finally got your memory back! It’s not what I meant.

Not what you meant? What? What do you mean, you don’t remember me? I do, from my dream. I, I dreamed that I was jumping the broom with my bride, and it was you. I saw it, clear as day. Of course you did, because even though your mind had lost all love, your Your heart was trying to remind you because I am still in there in your heart, aren’t I?

Again, I’m, I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I, uh, other than a couple of moments from the wedding, I honestly don’t know who you are. Heh. I certainly don’t remember our love.

Dad, you’re awake. Hey, hey there.

You’re my son, Brandon, right? No, um, no, I’m Theo.

Oh, that can’t be. I’ve seen Theo. You’re not him. Honey, you’ve been spending time with an imposter. Someone pretending to be Theo. It was arranged by Whitley. It was just another one of her deceptions.

I respect and admire Mayor Carver. I would never hurt him. I just, I just wanted to keep him safe. I, I didn’t want him to end up like, like your husband.

I know you blame yourself for his death. I think that’s why you tried to replace him with Abe. Because it would mean, if you could, that terrible tragedy never would have happened.

Look at me.

You’re not Paulina Price. You’re Whitley King.

But I don’t want to be Whitley King. It, it, Whitley King, it means I killed my husband. It means I’m an awful person. It means I have nothing to live for.

Abraham, the young man who you thought was your son, that was an actor. Whitley hired an actor named Jerry Prentiss to pretend to be Thiel. That’s right. I remember. I saw Jerry’s name in the credits of Body and Soul. And now that you’ve seen your real son in person, well, does that trigger any other memories?

No. No, it doesn’t.

Oh. Oh. Oh, my love, there must be something to help you remember. Ah.

It’s you.

Well, this all must seem rather strange, Gwen, but I assure you there is a perfectly reasonable explanation. I’m waiting. Well, I… Dimitri does not have a proper suit for tomorrow, so I convinced him to try on one of mine. You have plenty of seats. Yeah, but they’re also blah. I told him he needed something special, something with a little pizzazz.

You know, after all, this is a once in a lifetime event. So, he needs something more like… this. Yeah. Not really your cup of tea, is it, Dmitri? Yes, I know, but with the wedding only hours away, I was… desperate. He was just about to try this on, which would explain his state of undress. Mm. Mm mm. Yep, sorry, Matty, I’m not buying it.

You see, I know what’s really going on here.

No more lies, Matty. But I just told you that I You wanted Dimitri to get married in something pizzazzy. Exactly! Come on! You honestly thought that I would believe that he would fit into one of your smedium suits. This one’s a woman’s large. It doesn’t matter what size it is. You didn’t want to see Dimitri in it, you wanted to see him out of it.

What are you suggesting? That you wanted to see my fiancé in his underwear. Okay.

You got me. Maybe I did wanna… Coggle, DVL, and his BVDs. And now I’m so embarrassed for having a crush on a straight man. Which is kind of a pattern for me. Although I do get crushes on gay men, but that’s usually when they’re plausible. You’re right, you’re right. Um, no one needs to know what a screw up I am.

Uh, Dimitri? I apologize for putting you through that. Cheap trick. All is forgiven. Thank you for understanding. And Gwenny, thank you for knowing me so well and for putting up with me anyway. Yes, you are my BFF, aren’t you forget this. After tomorrow, this man is all mine.

Whitley, you mustn’t think that way. Like, I know things seem bleak at the moment, but when you get the help you need, you’ll be able to let go of this terrible guilt you’re feeling. My precious husband. He was so good to me. He was so sweet. If only I’d known that you didn’t.

So you couldn’t help him?

He’s probably looking down at me from having such shame at the person that I’ve become.

He probably doesn’t even recognize me. I don’t even recognize myself.

I just got off the phone with Steve. He and John are on their way home with Jerry Prentiss. Please tell them that I said thank you. I’d do it myself, but the U. S. Marshal has insisted that Lonnie go back to prison immediately. That’s gonna be rough on her. My gosh, she just got her dad back. At least he’s allowing her to say her goodbyes.

You remember Lani? Of course. You’re the woman who came to rescue me. You came to the apartment.

And you told me you were my daughter. That’s right. What about before that? Any memories of her prior to your attack? No. I’m so sorry. I wish I could remember. I just, I just can’t. That’s okay, Dad. Give yourself time. I am just so glad we have you back. You know, the way you stood up to Whitley. You were so brave.

That’s our baby girl. The bravest woman I know. I wonder where I get that from.

Oh. I’ll help you. Hey. How’s it going in here? Dad’s awake. So happy to see that. Um, I’m sorry. Who are

you? Um, I’m Lonnie’s husband, Eli. I have son in law. And friend. Hey, we’re, we’re, we’re just so relieved and we’re happy that you’re back. We missed you. Lani and I, Paulina, Theo. Your grandkids.

We love you.

Thank you for your kindness.

I hate to cut things short, but our time is up. We gotta go.

But Abraham just woke up! Are you sure you have to go right this minute? We don’t have a choice. Where are you off to? Um, Eli and I, we, we live in Maryland. With our twins Jules and Carver. And the Grandfather. Yes, yes, and all those babies, they are the cutest little angels. Oh wait, hold on, hold on, I got a picture right here.

I’ll show you. Oh, look, Carver, Carver here. He is your namesake. Mm hmm. What do you know? I hear these are, these are beautiful children. Thank you. No wonder you don’t want to be away from them very long.

Yes, it’s been very difficult being separated from them. And mom will explain that to you later. But dad, I… I have some other obligations that I have to fulfill. So it’ll be a while before I can come back. But I promise you, I will come back and visit soon. So in the meantime, know that I love you with all my heart.

And I’ll be thinking about you. And looking forward to when we can all be back together.

Alright.

Goodbye, honey. I

love you

too. Thank you, thank you for helping to bring Abe back to us. We couldn’t have done it without you. Oh, I love you, baby girl. I’m just so grateful I could help. I love you. And you.

Why are you being so kind to me, Dr. Evans? I know that Abe is your good friend. He is. But you’re in a lot of pain and I would like to help you get through it. Oh, what’s the point? I’m just going to end up in prison, right? Well, I don’t know about that. But I do know that you’ve been through a terrible trauma.

And I want to make sure there is someone to help you get through that. I don’t deserve help. I hurt so many people. How in the world am I going to make up for that?

Well, now that you have your phone and that’s all sorted, are you heading back to the office? Um, I think, um, I’ll just stay in here now. Get all the rest I can before the big day, but not be so rested where you and I can’t celebrate a bit on my last night of freedom. Of course, party time. In that case, I’ll take my leave.

I have some shopping to do. Need to find myself an appropriate suit. Don’t listen to Matty, just wear any suit. I’m sure it’d be perfect. You are gonna look dashing no matter what. True that. Alright, thank you Leo. You too. Be sure to have a wonderful night. And to you, my beautiful bride to be, I’m counting down the moments until you walk down that aisle for me.

As am I, my love. I can’t wait.

I’m gonna miss you so much. Same. But, it’s only six months until I’m up for Pearl. Right, and hopefully, by the time you get back, that’ll be as old as I’ll forget. I’m counting on him. You’ll keep me posted? Of course. Oh. Next time that we come back home, it’ll be for good.

Alright. We’re ready.

Hello, Abe? You probably don’t remember me, but I’m Dr. Kayla Johnson. Were you my doctor from before? Yes, I was. But I’m also a very close friend of yours. And so is my husband, Steve.

I’m sorry. Doesn’t ring a bell. That’s okay. It’ll come to you. The important thing is to not put too much pressure on yourself.

It’s very frustrating, not being able to recognize my family. Well, they understand. Believe me, they are just so relieved and happy that you are alive and well. In fact, this whole town just loves you so much, and they’re rooting for you. Whitney, you deserve help. And you’re going to get it. You’re not alone.

Paulina, how is Abe? Physically, he is just fine. But, when he opened his eyes, he asked for you, Whitley. I did my best to set him straight, but my husband looks into my eyes and he doesn’t remember me. He doesn’t know me. His own wife. He doesn’t remember his children. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I know that I put all of you through hell.

If there’s anything I can do to help… Oh! Oh! You can shut your damn mouth! I don’t want to hear anything that you have to say!

Paulina. We should go. Now. Fine, fine. I’ll go. But I just want this bitch to know that she can’t undo all the damage that she’s, she’s caused with just, I’m sorry. It’s going to take a hell of a lot more than that. Well, hell

Let’s go.

I can do this. I can do this. I can do this. I can do this. All I have to do is fake a marriage. For an entire year.

But then I get my inheritance.

And in the meantime, I see no reason why I should have to give up Leo.

Oh, Matty. Can you believe it? Tomorrow, I’m going to marry a man that I absolutely adore. And he adores me back.

Look, I know that… I know you had your doubts about Dimitri in the beginning, but… I think now you can see how very right we are for each other. And how happy he makes me.

I do. And that makes me happy.

Matty, it means so much to me that you’ve come around. Honestly, without your blessing, I don’t think, I don’t think I’d be able to go through with this wedding. That’s how important you are to me.

And you to me.

Hey,

don’t you too someday. I know it. You’re gonna meet the most amazing guy who’s going to love you just as much as Dimitri loves me. And then we’re both gonna have our happily ever after. Just like we’ve dreamed of.

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I am where you told me to be and this guy still has not shown up. Okay. Okay. Hm. Just tell me again what I’m supposed to be looking for. Blue blazer. Got it.

It couldn’t be him. Not again. Could it?

Hello, Lee. We meet again. Yes, and what an unpleasant deja vu it is. So you didn’t just throw in the towel, you asked the matchmaker who put us together to try again? Yeah, and now I’m… How’d you know that? Because I did the same thing, because this is deja vu for me too. Wait, what are you trying to tell me?

That I’m your date for the night.

Well… Congratulations, that’s great. Thank you, no, we’re really, we’re really happy. I’m sure. EJ, there you are. Yes, here I am. And so are all of you. Something wrong? No, not at all. So, what are you both doing here? Is someone sick? No, I just told you, we’re fine actually. We, we couldn’t be better. Ah, Nicole, do you want to tell me what’s going on here?

Sure. Sloan just told me she’s having a baby. Eric’s

baby.

Oh, good run. Yeah, I, uh, I went down by the river to catch a breeze and, um, there was no breeze. You worked out quite a sweat. Oh yeah? You noticed? Ooh, I noticed.

So, um, the kids are at Doug and Julie’s tonight, huh? Yeah. They called while you were out. They were having a wonderful time. And I told them we’d pick them up first thing in the morning. Oh, good. So why don’t you shower, and I will figure out what’s for dinner. Okay. Okay. Oh no, I’m getting my sweat all over you.

Hey, it’s a bad time? Yeah, it is. And don’t you ever wear clothes?

To the DiMera mansion, yes. And, um, please have your guy put it in the fridge for me. Thank you. Well, I’ve just checked off the last thing on my to do list.

Gosh. I cannot believe you and I are getting married tomorrow.

In less than 24 hours, you and I are going to be husband and wife. And then

we’ll I don’t know, Victorian, to put the happily ever off until after some patriarchal ceremony. What do you mean? Well, can’t we put the wedding night before the wedding?

I’m sorry, Gwen, uh… I can’t do this.

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

I’m sorry, what did you just say? I, I said, uh, forgive me Gwen, I, uh, I don’t think this is a good idea. It isn’t a good idea? Do

you perhaps care to be a bit more specific? I mean, not a good idea about hitting the sack, or not… A good idea about getting married, because Bloody hell, Dimitri. One minute I’m ordering my bouquet, and the next minute you are actually shoving me away No, I wasn’t exactly shoving you away. No, you’re right.

More like swatting me away like I was a mosquito. Gwen, please. I… Dimitri. If something is wrong, you had better tell me now. That

First of all, if it felt like I was shoving you away, I am so sorry, darling. It’s just that there’s so much still left to do before the wedding. Well, then why’d you come over here in the first place? B because I, because I wanted to see if there’s anything that you needed me to do. Well, there was. And you acted as though I violated your virtue.

Right. Okay, um… I think that maybe we are both a little bit nervous about the big day and, uh, I think we should be careful right now about saying things that we might later regret. You mean hearing things that you don’t want to hear?

I’m gonna go. I am going to go run my few errands and then I am going to come right back and we can continue this conversation once we both settle down a bit. Gwen,

can we please not fight the night before our wedding?

What the hell just found out. Well, that’s great. I’m so very happy for you. Congratulations, Eric. Thank you. So… Maybe all four of us can do Lamar’s together.

Or not.

Anyway, I… I know this must mean the world to you, Eric. And you’re going to be a father after all.

What the hell, Alex? This isn’t what it looks like, Steph. I meant what I said about moving on. Well, showing up shirtless doesn’t seem like moving on. It seems like the same old, same old. I have a shirt. I have two shirts. I just need to know which one to wear. So flip a freakin coin. Give me two seconds, please.

Seriously, this one? Or this one? Okay, Alex, do you not see how pathetic this is? I have a date tonight and I want to look my best. I had an idea for… Are you kidding me? No, I’m not kidding you. I was asking Stephanie her opinion on what shirt I should wear. When I used to live at the mansion, I was able to ask Sonny and Maggie, but…

You’d ask Maggie what shirt to wear and you’re wondering why she questioned your leadership abilities? Dude, how about you Just tell me which one to where and I’ll leave. 1, 2, 1.

You went back to the same matchmaker. I believe in second chances. No, you don’t. You believe in putting people in jail and throwing away the key. What? Making a bad match is not as serious as trying to kill your ex wife’s fiancé. Which I did not do, damn it. What, you put that on your dating profile and never lets anything go?

Oh, did you mention your interest in science like aversion therapy to recondition a man’s libido? You know what? This is not how I wanted this night to go. Yeah, you’re not the only one. What? I’m so sorry, can I help you? I sure hope so, given how very handsome you look in that blue jacket. I’m sorry, who are you?

Connie Vaninski. Your date.

Look, I’m sorry if I seemed flipped before, the… Blame Lamar’s joke. Nicole and I are both very happy for the two of you. Both of you? Of course. We both know how much you wanted to be a father. Uh, he’s gonna be an amazing father. So, you and Sloane are pregnant at the same time. I guess this means we’ll be going to the same little league, Ames.

I’m sorry. Well, I think we should probably get going. We don’t want to be late to that appointment. Yeah, no we don’t. It was good seeing you.

Oh, well done EJ. You sure laid that on with the trowel.

What?

I’m sorry if I seemed abrupt just now. Miss um, Veninsky, but call me Connie. You see, there’s been some confusion as to who I’m supposed to meet tonight. Oh, hey. No prob, Rob. Actually, it’s Lee. Oh, I didn’t think it was your name. I was making a joke. No prob, Rob. See, it rhymes. Cute. I get a million of them. I’m sure you do.

Love that dress. I’m a big fan of red. And sorry I was late. The circus is in town. Oh, were you looking for work? No, the parade screwed up traffic. Oh, hard to speed up those elephants. Ain’t it the truth. Look, I don’t mean to be pushy or anything, but I came here for a date. A due, as the French say. So would you mind bidding adios to your little friend?

Right, well, uh, grab a table. If you’ll excuse us. Of course. You two have a lot to talk about.

What the hell is going on here? Lee isn’t my date. Who is?

How lame was that? I mean, what shirt should I wear? Chad? No, I mean, what does he think? If he shows you his six pack one more time, you’re suddenly going to succumb to his charm? You know what I really hate about him coming up like that? It’s just, it’s, how rude is he? How transparent? It’s how long it takes you, after he leaves, to talk about anything else.

Because it’s beyond infuriating. I mean, who, who does that? Like, what kind of idiot just keeps showing up when he’s not wanted? Chad, listen to me. Please, look at me. We have a night alone. I wonder if there’s anything I can do to make you think about something else. I don’t know, can you think of anything that you might find more interesting than talking about Alex?

Like who?

I think we can come up with something. In the shower. Oh, okay. Cause you know how I feel about water. Oh my god, look at that towel. I’m gonna kill him. What do you want? Oh, I’m sorry. Is this a bad time?

You know… In a town where there is serial demonic possession, multitudinal dead people coming back to life, and every wedding, both literally and figuratively, ends with an explosion, you would think it would be easy to write a gossip column. The problem is that the bar is set so high… Simple adultery seems boring, which is why I’ve got nothing for my gossip column tomorrow.

Nada, zilch, nothing.

Gwenny, are you listening to me? Yeah. Are you okay?

Fine. No, you’re not. Oh my god, I scared you talking about Salem, and now you’re worried that something’s gonna go wrong at your wedding. I’m not worried about that. I’m worried there’s not going to even be a wedding at all.

So I wouldn’t say I’m gluten free, but I’m what I like to call gluten wary.

I must say, I’m surprised you decided to use a matchmaking service. From what I’ve heard, you have no problem finding women. Mm, mm. Well. That is true, I guess, but really, what I would like is to meet a woman who’s, uh… Who’s what? Out of my league. I’m pretty shallow.

So after I graduated Salem High, I enrolled in Salem U while working nights at the Cheating Heart. And I was a candy striper at University Hospital for a time in the late 90s. For some reason they made us watch all these videos about the perils of DNA testing. Anywho, I’ve basically lived in Salem my whole life.

Never even took a vacation anywhere else, save for the time my family and I went up to Green Mountain Lodge. What about you? Well, I mostly grew up in Hong Kong. I came to the States for school. You’re seriously interested in that table. What? No, no. It’s okay, I get it. I’d be peeved at that woman too if I were you.

You know who that is? Sure do. She’s the DA who almost sent you up the river for trying to have your ex wife’s fiancé rubbed out.

I’m sorry, honey. I really do think you’re overreacting. That’s easy for you to say. You’re not the one that he refused to have sex with.

Bloody errands, indeed. I mean, I touched him, and he pulled away. My God, Matthew. Why wouldn’t he want to have sex with the woman that he supposedly loves?

How should I put this? Anytime I open the door and I see you, it’s de facto a bad time. I recognize that you have your reservations about me, Chad, but I only need a minute. There’s something very important I need to tell you. One minute. Thank you. Well, I, um, I would just like to personally invite you to my wedding tomorrow.

Gwen and I would be honored if you would attend.

Do you want to talk about it? Talk about what? That you found out Sloane Peterson is pregnant and now she and Eric are our new best friends? I can’t stand her. And you can’t stand Eric. I was trying to be polite. What should I have said? Oh, you’re going to have a baby? Eh, so what? Big deal. You pushed right past polite and went straight to gushing.

Oh, I did not gush. Oh, okay. To making stupid jokes. I was trying to lighten the mood. Everyone seems so damn sober. I’m going to bed. You know what I think? What do you think? You’re not upset that I was being nice to Sloane or that I was making little jokes. You’re not even upset that Sloane is going to have a baby.

You’re upset that Sloane is going to have Eric’s baby.

Well… At least EJ seemed happy for us. The same as the more operative word. I mean, at least he tried. Not like Nicole, who… What about Nicole? Oh, come on, Eric. He saw how she was. She congratulated us. Her congratulations was not sincere. Okay, hey, listen. We are here waiting for a prenatal exam, so… We’re having a baby.

And we’re both thrilled about that, so why don’t we try to concentrate on that? Yeah, you’re right. Okay. The most important thing is our baby. Amen. So, I was… Talkin with Nicole. Wait, aren’t you the one that just said we weren’t gonna talk about Nicole? Well, she was telling me more about genetic testing.

That her doctor even said that he can discover more about the baby than from a sonogram. So, um, Nicole was talking about the

baby.

Nicole, I, I don’t want us to fight. But I do want us to do things differently this time. We need to be honest with each other. I mean really honest with each other. I know that you’re upset that Sloan is having a baby, having Eric’s baby. And I can understand that, but we need to talk about it.

You’re right. I am upset. But it’s not about what you think it is. What is it you think I think? I think that you think I’m still hung up on Eric. And that I can’t stand the thought of him having a baby with another woman. But that’s not true.

Baby, I love you. Not Eric. You. And I am so thrilled to be having this baby with you.

I sense a doubt.

It’s Sloane. It’s not Eric or, or, or their baby. It’s Sloane. And just… Something about her pregnancy seems… Off. Hmm.

Why

would EJ and Nicole need testing done? Genetic testing. I mean, they’re both young and healthy. Nicole, she suffered miscarriages, you know, from the past. So it makes sense that she’d want to know as much about the baby as possible. I’m happy. Is it even safe? I mean, for the baby? No, the baby’s not even involved.

Nicole said the doctor, all he has to do is take a little swab from E’S mouth and then they can test that D n a and find out exactly what the baby could be dealing with in the future.

And then medical advances in technology, it’s incredible, right? Yeah, it’s um, it’s incredible. So yeah, I decided I was um, done with the constant hookups and the meaningless sex and got myself some much needed therapy. Try and find out why I was so afraid of commitment. Well, good for you Alex. You really, you give me hope for the rest of your gender.

Hmm.

So, um, what brought about this epiphany where relationships and women are concerned? What brought it about was the fact that I screwed things up. Royally screwed things up with the woman that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. You and Gwen are really getting married. Yes, yes we are. And, uh, we would love it if the two of you would be there.

I mean… We wouldn’t, we wouldn’t miss that for the world. No, I mean, we think that you two are just a match made in heaven. I mean, when I went into that Chip’s cabin…

Why would EJ and Nicole need testing done, genetic testing? I mean, they’re both young and healthy. Nicole, she’s suffered miscarriages, you know, from the past. So it makes sense that she’d want to know as much about the baby as possible. Um, but is it even safe? I mean, for the baby? No, but the baby’s not even involved.

Nicole said the doctor, all he has to do is take a little swab from EJ’s mouth. And then they can test that DNA. And find out exactly what the baby could be dealing with in the future.

And then medical advances in technology, it’s incredible, right? Yeah, it’s um… It’s incredible. So, yeah, I decided I was, um, done with the constant hookups and the meaningless sex and got myself some much needed therapy. Try and find out why I was so afraid of commitment. Well, good for you, Alex. You really, you give me hope for the rest of your gender.

So, um, what brought about this epiphany where relationships and women are concerned? What brought it about was the fact that I screwed things up. Royally screwed things up with the woman that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. You and Gwen are really getting married. Yes. Yes we are. And uh, we would love it if the two of you would be there.

I mean, , we wouldn’t, we wouldn’t miss that for the world. . No, I mean, I, we think that you two are just a match made in heaven. I, we, when I went into that ship’s cabin and, uh, and you had that gun trained on Kate, you know, you were threatening to kill her. Kate, who, uh, you enjoyed pointing out that I love like a mother.

You know, I, I thought, it popped into my head that, uh, you know who I should fix him up with? Is Gwen Rizchek, the woman who, uh, terrorized my family and gave my wife psychosis inducing drugs. And you two are, uh, are absolutely perfect for each other. Um, where are you kids going on your honeymoon? Hell? I hope.

Well, I sincerely hoped that this would be a fresh start for all of us. Stephanie, you and Gwen are family after all, just like Chad and I. Abigail and I were family too. And I haven’t forgotten what Gwen did to her. Never will. That’s your minute.

You’re getting really good at that. Have you ever been in therapy? It’s amazing. Really, I mean, sometimes, though, I feel as if maybe I found out a little… Too much about myself. Oh. For example, this one time, I was like 8 years old. No, 7? 7? 8, 8, 8, 8, cause I was already a big Cubs fan. And I walk inside of my house.

You know, just for the record, no matter what you read or heard, I had nothing to do with any plot to kill Stefan DiMera. No? That’s a shame. I beg your pardon? I have a thing for bad boys.

Sweetie, if Dimitri says he’s running errands, I’m sure that’s all there is to

it. Since when did you become so trusting? I’m not. I, I just… You are my best friend. I hate seeing you so sad and rejected. But if you are starting to wonder about this guy, if you think maybe he is not as into you as he claims to be, it’s not too late to call it off. You think I should call off the wedding?

The thing is, Gwen really likes you. I think maybe she even loves you. Yes. But I promise you, I will take care of Gwen in my own way. But you have to promise me that no one will know about this. Especially her. It’ll only hurt her. No! No, I don’t think you should call off your wedding. Look, I think this is just pre wedding jitters.

Dimitri was in a mood, you took him by surprise, he’s, he’s an alpha male. You should not call your wedding off over a fumbled pass. Hang on, did Leo Stark just use a sports metaphor? Only for you. Only for my best friend.

Are you sure about Dimitri? Positive. Oh,

fine.

I’m just gonna get over my tired self and I’m gonna pretend that tonight never happened.

Matty. And thank God I always have you to set me straight, my best friend in the entire world.

So, you were hoping that I actually did try to kill my wife’s former lover. Well, I’m totally addicted to true con podcasts, but what sets me apart is I’m always rooting for the bad guy. And I never heard a podcast that got me going the way reading about how you and Stefan’s own sister tried to brainwash an ex navy SEAL to take him out.

And I’d really like to, you know, go somewhere private and hear all about it. Straight from the horse’s mouth. You know, I really

loved you. And? So, what I thought I was doing when I turned off Stephanie’s phone was just trying to keep us from being interrupted again. So then we could finally have sex. But now I see that it was really my fear of abandonment That made me try and control, not just the situation, but control Stephanie’s life.

And of course, naturally, it blows up right in my face, now she’s with Chad, living across the hall from me, and I’m just trying to stay grateful, you know? That we can be friends, and I can commit myself to moving on into a more mutual trusting. And… Respectful relationship. Maybe with someone like you. Uh, well, that’s…

I’m afraid that’s never gonna happen. I mean, I thought we were getting along. Uh, we were, and look, you’re a nice guy, but… This is not going anywhere. Why not? Well, because A, you talk too much. B, you keep taking your glasses on and off, which is really annoying. And it’s obviously some kind of phony affectation.

And C, you are still in love with Stephanie Johnson.

Anyone knock while I was in the shower? Gwen? Leo? The Gestapo? None of the above. But, with all the interruptions, I never made dinner. Okay, if we go out? Well, I think that is a great idea. I mean, it just doesn’t make sense. I mean, first of all, why would Dimitri want us there when he marries Gwen? So we can throw bricks, I mean, rice, at the bride.

No, seriously, I mean, snakes copulate. They don’t get married. Excellent analogy. I just, I don’t know, there’s something, there’s something very off about that movie.

Oh, hi. I didn’t realize you’d be here. Is Gwen around? She’s in the bathroom. Oh, Dimitri. I was just going to ring you. Um, it turns out I got all worked up over you having to go run errands. I have to run one myself. Oh, so you’re heading out? Yeah, something at the Spectator. Sorry. I’m also sorry about how I behaved earlier.

I’m just a bit bridezilla, right? No, no.

Well, you can thank Leo there for talking me down from the ledge.

You two play nice now.

Well,

that sounds like a good idea. I think you

are right. I think this time around we do need to be honest with each other.

And I honestly love you. And I am over Eric, but I will always care about him and his happiness.

I know that. And I can’t expect you not to.

But, uh, let’s think about when Sloane got her hooks into Eric. And it was right after Jada aborted his baby and when he thought Marlena was dead. And Eric is a fundamentally good man who is now having a baby with a tarantula. Wait, you don’t like Sloane? I just thought one day he’d wake up and see Sloane for who she really is.

But now a baby? He’s gonna be tied to her forever.

Which is why she got pregnant.

I’m gonna go see what’s keeping the doctor, okay?

God, this cannot be happening. Damn it, Nicole. Oh God, check EJ’s DNA. That’s not a match with that baby. Good proof. That’s not EJ’s baby. That is Eric’s.

So, how was your date? Oh, God awful. And yours? Uh, ask me any detail. Any detail at all you’d like to know about Alex’s inner journey. I would not. I see you ordered our favorite. I thought I’d be sharing it with Alex, but he was too busy talking to eat or drink anything. Rambling on about his cliché epiphanies and his ex.

And he kept taking his stupid non prescription glasses on and off. I guess he thinks they make him look smart. He’s a bigger boob than I thought he was. Be ashamed to waste it. So why don’t you let me atone for our date the other night and share it with you? You want to pat me down? See if I’m wearing a wire?

That sounds very inviting. I

mean the wine, of course. Hey, you

too. Access soon? Yeah, my date and I, we didn’t exactly, you know. Hit it off. Unfortunate. We, we, we, we’re just gonna, uh, yeah. Um, what are you gonna do with the rest of your evening then? Me? Uh, probably just order a pizza. I’ve been listening to this podcast about, uh, embracing vulnerability. I read the book. A real page turner.

I guess I might you a question. Does it annoy you that I take my glasses on and off? I mean, they’re not prescription. My vision’s fine. I just thought they were kind of cool. Yeah, no, I don’t, I don’t think it’s cool to, uh, wear glasses if you don’t really need them. It’s kind of a phony affectation, so I’d probably just get rid of them.

Yeah, I guess I will. Uh, what are you guys doing? Going to the pub.

Oh. Wanna come? No, no, I don’t, I don’t want to intrude. Okay. But on second thoughts, I mean, the clam chowder would be pretty great. Let’s go.

There is one more thing I want to say. Okay. Come on, sit.

Listen, I know there’s nothing I can do about how Eric lives his life. But I love the life I live now. And I need to focus on you and our baby. That

sounds mature. I know. Must be the hormones or something, right? Do you know that hormones make you even more beautiful? Oh. Mm hmm. So, here’s to us. And, uh, Precious little babe.

Oh my goodness.

Hey. Hey. I said the doctor will be right in. Oh. Thanks for checking. Yeah. Mom, I didn’t mean to upset you about having genetic testing being done. I mean, if you don’t want to. No, no, I, I do. I want to. Anything that ensures our baby is healthy. That’s great. I was just worried about Nicole. I mean, I know we don’t get along, but she and EJ seem really happy about having this baby.

And after everything she’s been through, I mean, seeing this baby to term, I just don’t want them to have any bad news.

Bollocks. Forgot my phone.

What’s wrong? What’s wrong? Everything. Everything. Gwen is my best friend. She was a wreck when I got home. How do you think that makes me feel, listening to her say she thinks maybe you don’t love her, maybe there’s a problem? Okay, calm down, calm down. Gwen is not going to get hurt. On the contrary, Gwen is going to get very, very rich.

This can work out, this will work out for all three of us. Age old adage, Leo. But she doesn’t know. Can’t hurt her. Now can we please stop talking about Gwen?

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Don’t let me interrupt. Well, we didn’t know you were here. Yeah, uh, we haven’t had a chance to really be together. I’ve been working nights, so, uh… It’s okay. It’s okay. It’s just, um, I guess I’m a little down on romance after last night. Understandably. Lee, you told us your date was a disaster, but you didn’t…

Tell us why. What happened? For one thing, my perfect match tried to send me to prison.

Come on. I said I would buy you a drink and I meant it.

So you can gloat. Are you really surprised that I creamed you in court? I had an open and shut case against your brother. You knew that going in. Well, I was hoping that I could get a lighter sentence. After what he did to Paulina Price and her daughter? Giving Merrick Harver a head injury? There was no way.

Sit down.

Not gonna drink that. You have to let this go, Sloan. No, it’s not that. It’s just Then what is it?

I’m pregnant. Hey. Hey.

Tell me the rumors aren’t true. About me threatening Kristen with a gun? Yeah, it’s true. Brady, how could you be so unbelievably stupid? I

think Salem, of all places, would at least have one halfway decent criminal lawyer. It does. You’re not what I had in mind, Belle. Yeah, we need to talk. No, I need to talk to Harold about this open door policy in this house. I told him it was important concerning the father of your child. What about him?

You’re not actually going to let Brady go to prison, are you? Why not? What has he ever done for me?

I know. It wasn’t the wisest thing to do. Threaten Kristen with a gun, but Eric… Look, it was reckless, it was wrong, but I was desperate, okay? I needed Kristen to tell me where she stashed my kid. I get that, but you played right into her hands. I know, I know. It’s a bad situation. No, you only gave her ammunition.

To go after you.

Hey. I get it. I get why you did it. I’m worried about your kid. You were terrified that you might not ever see her again. And I… I understand that more now than ever. Why more than ever? Because I just found out that I’m going to be a father.

It’s good to see you again, Miss Walker. Thank you so much for taking the time because I know I’m But you are in demand, and now you finally get to meet the baby’s father, E. J. DiMera. Ingrid Sorensen. It’s nice to finally meet you in person. I’m sorry that I… Missed the first appointment and I was unavoidably detained.

No problem. You’re here now. I’m very glad to be, especially since Nicole has informed me how optimistic you are that she can carry this baby to term. I am, yes. And now that the pregnancy is more advanced, I can give you both a more clear view of the baby’s health and development. And, of course, we can also learn the baby’s sex.

Oh, well we decided to say no to that. We, we want to be surprised. And we’d be delighted with either a son or daughter. We just want the baby to be healthy. So, um, I’ll let you get on with your… Actually, Mr. DiMera, I’d like to start by examining you.

Like sand through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.

So you’re going to be a father. Since when? Can you congratulate me before you start the Inquisition? Sure, congrats, but I’m, uh, I thought Nicole’s baby turned out to be EJ’s. True. Nicole’s baby’s not mine. But Sloan’s

is. So, you’re pregnant. You seem surprised. I suppose I am. I had you down as the ultimate career woman. And I was. Then, I met Eric Brady. So this is his child. Right. Are you going to keep it? Why would I not? Well, you and Eric haven’t been together that long and this couldn’t have been a planned baby.

Actually, it was. Oh, are you surprised? Surprise because we’re not married? No, of course not. And who am I to judge? Well, we’re both very happy. Eric’s wanted to be a father for a long time and it was just recently he thought he was the father of Nicole’s baby. But he isn’t. Nope, no he isn’t. BJ is the father of Nicole’s baby.

So let me guess, um, you got pregnant. To give Eric the baby that he didn’t have with Nicole.

I am not doing this just to make Eric happy. Having someone’s baby is a pretty serious favor. It’s nice of you to offer. I’m not being nice. I want this baby. Very bad. Both my parents are dead and Colin’s going away to prison. I just looked around and kind of had an a ha moment and realized I don’t have any family around.

So I decided to create one of my own. Okay. Well, congratulations. Thanks. I guess. No, I’m being sincere. Uh huh. No, you’re taking certain risks to get what you want, and I, I admire that. I actually wish I could do the same thing for myself. You want a baby. No, I haven’t that, that far ahead, but I just know that I’m alone, and I don’t care for it very much.

Mm. I used to have a family, too. Your idea of creating a new one, it has a certain appeal. So go for it. Well, I can’t do it alone. And you’re not seeing anyone? Uh, actually, I just started dating again. I had my first date last night. With Lee Shin. Oh, boy. How’d it go? Giant disaster. Tell me, what happened?

Started out alright. And then, um… Well, he caught me. Taught you. Doing what?

Melinda Trask tried to trick you into a confession? While she was recording us, yeah. Did her damnedest to try to get me to admit that I was behind the plot to kill Stefan DiMera. Isn’t that my contractment? It would have been, if I’d done anything wrong. I’m completely innocent. As you know. Wow, you were right about that being a bad date.

Yeah. The odd part is that, before I figured out what she was up to, I mean, we were actually hitting it off. Bonding over the, the food and the wine, our shared issues with Stefan and Gabby. Sounds like you have a fair amount in common, then. Yeah, um, I suppose so. So maybe you should give her another chance.

So, you and Sloane are having a baby together. Congratulations, man. Thank you. I’m really excited about it. You know, actually, I’m more excited than I thought I would be. Yeah, yeah, I’m sure you are. I just, I just hope that, um… You hope what? Don’t. No, no, no. Don’t listen to me. No, I’m in a bad place. I don’t say what you’re gonna say.

Come on. Right. All right. I hope that you are seeing Sloan for who she is, and I hope that you aren’t disappointed when it all goes wrong. So, I, I, Sloane is nothing like Kristen and Brady. Bad things happened to her and she lost her way, but she’s a good person. Okay. Then, then I am, I am happy that you two are going to be raising this child together.

Thank you. That’s great. Because I’m going to be leaning on you for advice. You’re going to lean on me for advice? Yeah. I don’t think my advice would be that helpful. I mean, I’m the guy that just threatened Kristen with a gun, you know? I’m the guy that just threatened to kill her. Yeah, it was just a threat, right?

I mean, come on, you were desperate to find out what she did with Rachel. You want to know the worst part? Rachel heard me say it. Oh, no. Oh, yeah. Were you able to convince Rachel that you didn’t really mean it? Obviously not, because Rachel was the one that called the cops. No, Rachel. Yeah, no, I’m looking at, uh, Attempted murder charges, man.

Oh, my God. Hey. Hey, you gotta get through to her. Can you convince her to retract her statement? That statement must be the only thing the police know. Eric, Eric, she, she, she, she told the police that she heard me threaten to kill Kristen. Yeah, and you can say you didn’t really mean it. What, what, what would she do?

Is she, am I supposed to have her go to the police and say she was lying when she actually wasn’t? What kind of father would, would, would make his kid do that? Father? What kind of father are you in prison? Eric, even if I ask her to change the statement, I’m really not sure that she would do it. She’s under Kristen’s control that much?

Seems so, yeah. Maybe she called the police on you. I know she had no idea what she was setting into motion and how they’re basing her statement by arresting you? Come on! It’s not just her statement, Eric. It’s also the fact that Kristen backed it up. Of course she did.

Okay, so what to do? Belle’s talking to Kristen right now. And I’m hoping to God she gets through to her. I’ll give you one thing. You got guts. But I asked you last night to salvage Brady and my… shared custody agreement, and you turned me down flat. And now you want me to help you get him out of this? Okay, I was angry on Brady’s behalf when I turned you down.

Okay, well, guess what? I’m angry on my behalf because I thought Brady and I had a deal. And then he pulled a gun on me. Brady was out of his mind with worry about Rachel when he turned you down. And you know what? You would have done the same thing if the tables were turned. You know what? Probably, Belle.

Probably. But it wasn’t me. It was him. So tell me this, Kristen. What exactly do you get by sending Brady to prison?

You want to examine me? In a manner of speaking. I’m just trying to get a full picture of your child’s health, which means we have to consider several factors. Ah, yes, I understand. Of course, of course, whatever you need. Which probably doesn’t involve jumping up in the stirrups, right doc? No, it doesn’t. I just need a sample of your DNA, Mr.

DiMera.

So you think Brady might actually be prosecuted? Attempted murder might not be a serious charge in DiMera land, but it is to the law. Come on, Kristen. You don’t really believe that Brady would have pulled that trigger on you. I don’t. Well, he wasn’t holding a gun against your ribs, Belle. Okay, what Brady did was reckless, and it was wrong.

And you pushed him to it. Oh my god, you gotta be kidding me. I did not kidnap Rachel. Yeah, you keep saying that. But there is blame here on both sides. So tell me, Kristen, what matters most to you? Having the upper hand with Brady? Or actually doing what’s in your own child’s best interest? Because that would be having both parents a part of her life.

Right? Mm hmm. So, what do you want me to do, Belle? Why don’t you just come out and say it? I want you to recant your statement to Detective Hunter, and not send the father of your child to prison.

Listen, I didn’t realize how bad things had gotten between you and Kristen. I just, I wish there was some way I could help. Look, man, I got myself into this. In more ways than one, so I’m gonna have to find a way to get my ass out of it. Yeah, well, listen, if you can think of anything that I can do, all you have to do is ask.

I appreciate that. Listen, um… I gotta, gotta get going. Sloane’s got her first appointment with her obstetrician and I don’t want to be there for her, okay? I get it. I get it. Hey, uh, how’s, how’s Sloane with all this? In what way? You know, I know you’re happy about the pregnancy, but honestly, she doesn’t really seem to be the kind of, you know, settling down type.

Yeah, I don’t think so either. But the pregnancy was planned. It was Sloane’s idea. Really? Yeah. Well, she saw how disappointed I was when we found out that Nicole’s baby wasn’t mine, and she knows how much I wanted to be a father. I mean, she wants kids, too. Especially after losing both of her parents and, you know, her brother.

Going to prison. So, she was kind of motivated to get pregnant. Initially, anyway, because of me. Wow, it’s actually pretty selfless of her. Yeah, she must, uh, obviously love you or something. Well, I love her too. So while you were on a date with this guy, you tried to record him confessing that he wants Stefan to be our dad?

Yep. Wow, and I thought I was ballsy. Well, it’s not something that I planned to do. I didn’t even know Lee was the man I was meeting until he showed up here. I’m sorry, I don’t follow. Uh, we were set up by a matchmaker and he and I were actually getting along in spite of the fact that I tried to send him to prison.

Wow, and that wasn’t, I don’t know, like an obstacle? No, it was when we first realized we were each other’s date. But, you know, we had so much in common and I found myself opening up to him and I was having fun. And I think he was too. And I think there was chemistry between us. And then I… And then you saw an opportunity to get a confession and jumped on it.

Yeah. And he caught on. Really quickly. And he ran out of here. I should have known trying to trap him was going to blow up in my face.

So if you were having fun and there was chemistry between the two of you guys, I mean, why’d you do it?

I’m sorry, did you just say I should give Melinda another chance? Okay, look, she shouldn’t have recorded you. Okay, that was obviously not a cool move. But, maybe she was just making an impulsive decision. You know, one that she regrets. And she’s been through a lot in the last few years. Been through what?

How do you know?

She had a daughter who was a nurse at the hospital. She had died in a freak accident. My God, that’s so sad. Yeah. And her name was Haley. She was a good friend of mine. She was, uh, She was smart, kind, and hopeful. But, she got her life cut short in a horrible way.

Losing a child must be the worst pain in the world. But that doesn’t change how I feel about last night. If I never see Melinda Trask again, it’ll be too soon.

You want my DNA? It’s nothing invasive, as I said. A simple cheek swab, that’s all. Um, but we already… We already did the paternity testing, so what more do you need to know? Uh, it says here that the hospital has DNA test results from Eric Brady, but nothing from Mr. DiMera. Why is that?

There is something that I didn’t tell you. Dr. Sorensen, when I found out I was pregnant, I was 99% sure that EJ was the father. But there was a slight chance that it could have been Eric Brady. I see. But once we ruled out that chance, we knew that… EJ was the father, obviously. Right, but I’d still like a DNA analysis on him.

Uh, why would you need that? I’d be looking for things like genetic markers for inherited diseases that you don’t have but could pass on to a child of yours. It would help me to know if an intervention would be necessary while the baby’s in utero. Now the goal of our appointment today is to ensure you…

Have a healthy baby. Well, we can’t argue with that, can we?

Yeah, I was taken aback when someone said she wanted to have our baby. Which goes to show you, people can change. They definitely can. Well, maybe Kristen will surprise you. I doubt that. But, I am happy for you. I know how long you have wanted this. And judging from the way your nieces and nephews feel about you, I think you are going to be one hell of a good dad.

Thanks. Tell me how things go with Belle and Kristen. I will. I meant what I said. I’ll do anything I can to help you. Thanks, man. But unfortunately… I think the only person that can help me is Kristen. I’m not sure changing my statement is the silver bullet you think it is. You see, Brady admitted that he wanted to kill me.

And Rachel heard him. Brady didn’t know if his daughter was alive or dead. He was at his wit’s end. And that’s what you’re gonna tell the jury? Yeah, it is. Because without corroborating testimony, Trask is gonna have a really hard time making that charge stick.

So what exactly do I get if I keep Brady out of jail? What do you get? Yeah. Are you talking about a deal? Well, he reneged on our shared custody agreement. I’ll change my statement if you get him to sign on the dotted line. Those are my terms. Well, if you do that, I’ll make sure Brady signs. Well, it’s gonna be hard, cause, uh, he tore it up.

Oh, I’m pretty sure I can get a fresh copy.

Great. And you really think that he’s going to sign? I think Brady’s gonna be very appreciative of what you’re doing for him, so yes, I think he’ll be more than willing to agree to the terms.

I don’t know what made me decide to record Lee. Instinct, maybe? I smelled blood and I just, I went for it. Yeah, I’ve been there a time or two. There’s just this part of me that just always needs to win, no matter what. And in this case, it overpowered my want to have a real human connection. I have to admit that when Lee stormed out of here, I was eating that lukewarm salmon alone.

I felt sad.

Look. I know Lee Shin might not be the most morally upstanding person. But, he sure is handsome. And he’s really rich. And as you saw last night, he can be pretty shrewd when he needs to be. What are you getting at? Look, I know that I don’t know you all that well, but… It’s occurring to me that he might be your perfect match.

Worth eating a little crow over? After last night, I don’t think eating any amount of crow would do it. I’m pretty sure he never wants to see me again. Okay. If you say so. I do. I went back to the matchmaker and she set me up with someone else. Ah! For when? Tonight. Matter of fact, uh, he’s meeting me here.

I’m really sorry. Your date didn’t work out. I know how much you want a fresh start after everything that happened with Kathy. I do. But I’m not giving up. Matchmaker’s already, uh, set up someone else for me to meet. Really? When? Oh, man. We should be there now. I’m sure you’ll be sad to see me go. Try to find some way to fill the empty hours, you two.

Good luck tonight. I hope this lady, uh, works out better. Well, as long as she doesn’t try to convict me of a felony. It’ll be a definite improvement

Okay, then I will have this sent to the lab, okay, and We’ll know the results soon in a couple of days most likely and now I’d like to do an ultrasound to get a look at your baby Oh, that’s, uh, that sounds wonderful. Be right back. Okay.

Oh my goodness. Are you excited? Very, very, very, very.

So, okay. You’re meeting this guy with a full martini under your belt. I can handle my alcohol. Yeah, no, me too. Me too. You know, once upon a time, I can’t now, but that’s okay. Just gotta take care of the bun in the oven. Speaking of, I have my first prenatal appointment today. Oh, well, I hope it goes well. I think it will.

I feel, I feel good. And Eric’s gonna be there too, so. Hmm. You know, this was, this was nice, talking with you. I think we should do it again sometime. Yeah, sure. I’d… I’d like that.

Give my regards to Eric. You know, I haven’t always seen eye to eye, but I know he’s a good man and I think he’ll be a great father. I agree. I think, I think so too. He’s very happy about the baby. Nice seeing you. I’ll, um, I’ll see you soon. Yeah.

Pasta primavera. From the other night. Two minutes in the microwave. Well, I really liked it the first time you made it, so. Thank you. Careful, it might be too hot.

No, perfect. Could it be hotter? Tripp, I just said it’s perfect. Okay, okay, I just wanted to make sure.

Hey, I was really sorry to hear about your friend Haley. Thanks. It was a total shock when she died like that. Are you guys really close? Yeah, you could say that. Um, actually… We’re married. Okay,

so how’d it go? Good news or bad news? Well, I hope you think it’s good news. What does that mean? Okay, I can make this whole thing go away and you won’t go to prison. What’s the catch? Kristen will change her statement if you agree to a shared custody arrangement.

So either I go to jail or I have to share custody with the maniac. Brady, you pointed a loaded gun at her and told her you were going to kill her and your daughter heard you say it. So you’re just not going to get everything you want. Alright, alright, alright, you… You’re right. So, if you sign this right now, Kristen will recant her statement.

Did he sign it? What is this? I’m sorry, did you two come here together? What difference does that make? Belle, if I sign this, there’s no guarantee that she’ll talk to the cops. Brady. No, no, listen, I’m not signing anything. Until she upholds her end of this crap bargain that you made.

Have fun in Statesville, Kristen. If I go, I’ll just grant custody of Rachel to John and Marlena, which would be within his rights. Fine. Fine.

What do you want, Kristen? D. A. Trask. Always a pleasure. I asked you what you want. I’ve been thinking about that statement I gave. It was pretty rattled in the moment, and I’m sure you understand considering the circumstances. But I feel like I over, I overstated things. What things? The point is, I would like to retract my statement.

I will not press charges against Brady. I still have your daughter’s statement. I’m sure once I explain to Rachel, she’ll feel as I do. So you were just wasting my time? I am so glad we understand each other. Your turn.

Okay. Okay. For a minute there, I you. Well, I was pretty surprised. I mean, you never told me you’ve been married before. It was just a way they could get a green card. Oh. Yeah, yeah, but immigration and naturalization, they don’t want Americans to be used by foreigners. You know, a way just to get into the country.

So we had to make it look like true love. And when we were doing that, uh, I kind of fell for her.

No wonder it was so awful when you lost her. Yeah, I definitely never forget her, that’s for sure. You know, but I tell myself that she’s at peace. And I know that she’d want me to be happy. And I am happy. I really am.

Well, thank you for the pasta. But now I have to get back to the office. Well, if you’re still awake when I get off duty, you wanna watch a movie or something?

It’s a date?

I hope Lee’s date works out well this time. He needs to find someone new. Yes. Too bad he wouldn’t even consider giving Hayley’s mom another chance.

I’m where you told me to be and this guy still has not shown up. Okay, okay. Just tell me again what I’m supposed to be looking for. Blue blazer. Got it.

It couldn’t be him. Not again. Could it?

Eric. Hi. Hi. How are you? I’m fine. I, uh, just had an appointment with the specialist. EJ was here too. Are you okay? She did a sonogram. And she said everything looks great but she wants to be extra careful, so she’s making EJ have DNA testing so she can be absolutely sure. It sounds like EJ found the right doctor.

He did. So what are you doing here? I have a doctor’s appointment. Oh, are you okay? He’s great. So am I. I’m pregnant.

Thank you again for coming back to Salem on such short notice. I had to put up with having a gourmet lunch served to me on your private jet. Poor me. Does that mean you could do me another favor? Depends what it is. It’s just Nicole. Who doesn’t want to know the sex of the baby, but frankly, I do. Now, I know this sounds frivolous, but when the time comes for us to decorate the nursery, it’d be nice to know if we’re going to be doing it with pinks or blues, you know?

How about yellow or green? We could do that. But still, I don’t suppose you could discreetly let me know when you know, boy or girl? I’m sorry, but Nicole is my patient. I can’t give out any information without her permission. Okay, then. You can’t blame the bloke for trying, though. And anyway, all that really matters is that I’m going to be the father of a healthy baby.

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