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– Oh, my God. Do you think it’s possible? – That Everett isn’t really Everett? Yeah, I do. – But I don’t get it. Why would Bobby be pretending to be Everett? How could that possibly benefit him?
[sighs] Never mind. Dumb question. It got him out of Bayview.
Yeah, exactly.
[eerie music]
You’re absolutely right, Dr. Johnson. It is none of your business.
[tense music] Gosh, um, that sounded rude, didn’t it?
Yeah. Yeah, it did. – Look, I’m– I’m really sorry. I’m dealing with, like, a– a pretty serious mental illness. I’m just trying to get my life back on track. And on top of it all, I’m working under a new boss.
[sighs] It’s just been a really stressful time.
Yeah, I’m sure– I’m sure it is.
Well, it’s, like, more than you can imagine. So, to be frank, worrying about Stephanie’s feelings just isn’t my top priority right now.
Got it.
Sorry, again.
Damn. First I sounded rude. Now I sound insensitive. But I suppose you understand I have to focus on my mental health. – Course. – Now, if you’ll excuse me, I– I need to get to a therapy appointment. – Right. – Uh-huh. Well, you know, when he calls, you need to tell him that– never mind. I’ll tell him myself. Ugh.
Now what’s going on? What’s that all about?
Ugh. Everett Lynch– he’s the editor of “The Spectator.” Ugh. The man has called my office four times this morning, harassing me for a quote about the police commissioner stabbing. And the minute– the minute I finally get some time to call the man back, he’s out till after lunch.
Well, just take it easy on him. He’s just released from Bayview. – And how is that my problem? Honestly, Abe, Abe, I just– I don’t want some needy reporter wasting my time when I am dealing with a police commissioner who is in a coma and not– not one single lead as to who put him there. Not to mention, I still need to appoint an interim police commissioner, you know, while Rafe’s recovering.
Well, well, who’s on your mind? I mean, who are you thinking of? – Jada Hunter. She’s the best, best candidate so far. But the man she loves, he’s fighting for his life. So I imagine that any free time she has, she wants to spend at his bedside.
[somber music]
What are you doing in here?
– Well, I just– I saw the news about Commissioner Hernandez and the stabbing. It’s just awful. And I’m sorry to intrude, but I just feel terrible about what’s happened to him. – You know Rafe? – Well, not personally, but I feel as though I do. I mean, we, all of us in Salem, we owe him such a debt of gratitude, don’t we? For keeping the streets safe– more or less safe, anyway. Um, I just– well, I can’t believe that someone would be so cruel and brazen enough to– to stab the commissioner. And I wanted to come visit him to see if I could help.
Why don’t you cut the crap and tell me why you’re really here?
[dramatic music]
[soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
– Well, you know, I’m sure you’re right that Jada is focusing on Rafe, his recovery. – Mm-hmm, yeah. But on the other hand, come to think of it, she just might want to put as much overtime on the job as she can so she can nail the bastard who attacked him. I guess I’ll find out today. I plan on reaching out to her right after my appointment with Kayla.
All right. Before your appointment, take a couple of deep breaths because you don’t want to get another lecture on your blood pressure.
Well, I’m not worried. I haven’t felt this good in years.
[chuckles] I’m sure I’ll receive an excellent report.
[bright jazz music]
Well, Marlena never would have released Everett, would she, if she thought there was a chance he was faking it?
Oh, no. And I was there when Everett emerged, and he was very convincing. I mean, there was no way to think that, you know, that that wasn’t him. I don’t know. Who knows? Maybe the guy is just a really good actor.
Yeah, maybe.
[eerie music] But if he is faking it, why now? What’s changed?
I think I have an idea.
Damn. This being Everett thing is stressing me out. Not sure how much longer I can keep it up.
Hello.
Hey, Dr. Evans.
I didn’t mean to startle you.
Oh, no, not at all. Not at all.
Were you talking to someone?
Just myself.
Oh, OK.
First sign of insanity, right?
[laughter]
OK. You got me. I’m not here because of Rafe.
Uh-huh. So why are you really here?
Because of you.
[dramatic music]
Ah-ha, welcome back.
Hey, hey.
Welcome back.
Thank you. Is this a good time?
Oh, yes, it’s a good time. I’m just eager to hear how things went in LA.
Well, um, it wrapped up a little sooner than I thought.
Oh.
Yeah. I mean, the producers, they– they loved our proposal. You know, they thought the financials were solid, especially with Chad involved, and they’re really eager to see the show continue, but unfortunately, they don’t have the means, and they also appreciated that you were a loyal fan and would be a good steward of the show.
Uh-huh. But?
There’s no buts.
No buts? Wait a minute. They didn’t say no?
They did not. In fact, they said a resounding yes. We got the rights. “Body and Soul” is ours, Abe!
[laughter]
[bright music]
Oh, man.
Paulina?
Oh, hello, Kayla. Just give me one second.
[muttering] Oh, sorry about that. It’s a madhouse at City Hall.
Oh, I can imagine.
So any updates on Commissioner Hernandez’s condition?
Unfortunately, no. But, uh, how are you feeling?
Physically? Never better.
Well, I’m glad to hear that. Um, I got the results of your thyroid panel, and they are excellent. Your TSAs, your T, your T, everything is in optimal ranges. And your tumor panel, well, there’s– there’s no markers whatsoever. They’re undetectable. – Oh, praise the Lord. Oh. – I do have one concern, though.
[tense music] – What do you mean, you’re here because of me?
Well, the last time I ran into you, you asked me to send my résumé, remember, for a job at Gabi Chic, assuming you’re still reviving the brand with DiMera. – Yes, that is happening. Actually, I just signed the paperwork to make it official, but that doesn’t– – Oh, wow, congratulations. – Thanks. But that doesn’t explain why you’re here in my brother’s hospital room.
Well, as I was saying, I sent my résumé that you requested, but then you didn’t respond. So I wanted to bring you a hard copy in person. I have one right here. And I also took the liberty of coming up with some ideas for the business.
[chuckles] So let me get this straight. You came to my comatose brother’s hospital room hoping to run into me to hand-deliver a résumé?
[dramatic music] You know that sounds nuts, right? – Well, I’d hardly say nuts. – No.
Listen to me. Look, I know you said you’re a Gabi stan, but this is getting creepy. I never even laid eyes on you until the other day, and now every time I turn around, there you freaking are. I guess you think it’s flattering, but I do not have the time for a stalker in my life. I need you to leave now. – I’m sorry. I can’t do that.
Look, uh, I know this is, like, a -or-so-minute appointment, but, um, do you think that we could end things a little early today?
[soft dramatic music]
Why would we do that?
I just– because I’m– I’m really busy. I have so much to do. Um, my head’s just spinning. You know?
When you were released from Bayview, you assured me that you were % dedicated to your recovery.
I am. I absolutely am. Um, I just– my stress level is at that point that it honestly feels like it will impede my recovery more if I stay here rather than it would if I just, you know, went home and– and dealt with stuff and just got my life in order.
I know your job is important to you, and I know your relationship with Stephanie is important to you.
But– but we just– I don’t know. We have to agree that– that your treatment takes precedence.
Yeah. Well, at least Stephanie won’t be an issue anymore.
Why not?
Oh, I broke up with her.
Why do you think Bobby was suddenly so eager to get out of Bayview?
I don’t know. I mean, I didn’t see him for weeks after he was admitted. As you know, I only went to go visit him after you asked me to. I mean, he didn’t seem to care that he hadn’t seen me. I don’t know. Maybe it was like something like out of sight, out of mind thing.
Right. But you said when you finally– when he finally did see you, he was– he was acting like he wanted to rekindle your relationship.
Oh, yes. He was coming on very strong– flirtatious, even. And even in Rafe’s room, he was doing the same thing. He offered me a shoulder to cry on, which I found very strange and confusing. I mean, Everett never wanted anything to do with me.
Mm-hmm, that’s true. But Bobby only had eyes for you.
Yeah. – So if Everett really is Bobby, that would explain why he dumped me and let you know right away that he was unattached. –
[sighs] Who knows?
[eerie music] Wait a minute. – What?
I was with Bobby when Everett, you know, supposedly re-emerged, and it wasn’t until I was questioning him about Li Shin’s murder, and I started, like, to follow up with questions, and he seemed really thrown. Yeah, he– he later said that he had no memory of talking to me about Li Shin’s murder. And then Marlena said that that made sense because Everett wouldn’t have any memories of what Bobby witnessed. – But oh, my God, if he’s still Bobby–
Then that means he really knows who killed Li Shin, and he’s pretending to be Everett so he can cover up the truth.
[dramatic music] –
[laughter] This is incredible.
Yes, it is. But, um– – You know– you know, when “Body and Soul” was canceled, it was like I was in a– a state of mourning for these characters, and–
[soft dramatic music] What’s that look on your face for? I– I thought you said “Body and Soul” was ours.
Well, yes. It is. But, well, there’s one major issue that could make the whole deal just kind of unravel.
Oh, Kayla, I’ve had so many things wrong with me this year. So, please, tell me this is nothing major. I don’t– I don’t think I can take any more bad news.
OK, how about this? The good news is that we caught this before it turned into bad news, and that makes it not that big a deal.
OK. All right. All right. Then, well, what is it then?
It’s your cholesterol. It’s moderately elevated. And of concern is the LDL-C, which is also known as the bad cholesterol.
Oh, I know LDL-C. Big Mama’s been dealing with it for years.
Well, she’s been doing a good job managing it. Look at her good health at her age. What is she? She’s in her s?
She is .
There you go. Mm-hmm. Well, I would say that you have longevity genes, then.
Mm-hmm.
Lucky you. But given your medical history–
I know, I know. Elevated bad cholesterol increases your risk for a heart attack or a stroke.
That’s very good, yes, correct. And so we need to get that level down. All right?
Yes, yes, OK. But– you know, I know I can google it, of course, but how do we do that?
Well, you start with a low-fat diet. I brought you a brochure. You can read all about it. And exercise, and there are medications. Have you heard of statins? – Of course. Of course. I’ve heard about statins. Big Mama, she takes them every day. But forget it. I’m not taking any meds. No way.
[soft dramatic music]
You won’t leave.
No.
OK, then I guess it’s time to call security.
Now, there’s no need for that. What I was trying to say is I won’t leave because you need me.
I beg your pardon?
Think about it. When was the last time that you– you slept or you ate? You have so much on your plate right now. You’re trying to get your business back on its feet. You’re trying to get your life back in order after all those months in prison. And now you have to spend every free moment you have here with your poor brother. I can relieve you of that burden. I could be your assistant.
I am in the middle of interviewing assistants.
Oh, well, I would offer my services for free.
For free? What’s the catch?
Well, there is no catch. I told you, you’re my ultimate role model. It would be my honor to serve you. – Look, I really don’t have the time for this.
– Well, before you say no, just think about it. I’m gonna go get you some coffee. How do you like it, honey?
Half cup, extra hot, extra foam.
–
[sighs] You– you broke up with Stephanie. Why? I mean, I thought that rekindling your relationship with her was one of the main reasons you wanted to be out– out of Bayview, wasn’t it? – It was. It was. And I– I really like Stephanie. She’s a great person, you know? But when I got out, I just– I felt, um, overwhelmed, you know?
Like, I have so much going on at work, and there’s– there’s therapy to focus on, obviously.
Ultimately, it just– it didn’t– it didn’t seem fair to Stephanie, I guess, to make her just, like, wait around until I’m– until I’m mentally healthy. You know? Just didn’t seem fair. And also, uh–
[nervous laugh] Sorry. – Also? Also what? – Also, I, um– I was telling Jada this earlier, but after my last session with you, I do feel like I’m starting to feel some of Bobby’s feelings.
– Really? – Yeah, really. I just feel, um, I don’t know– tougher, stronger. That’s good, right? – That could be a sign of progress.
Progress? Yeah. Yeah, progress, um, speaking of which, I know that I’ve been really reluctant to– to face everything that happened in my past, you know? But you said that I need to deal with it in order to get better, right? I think I’m ready, Dr. Evans. I think I’m finally ready.
Would you hypnotize me again?
If Bobby really does know something about Li Shin’s murder, why would he bring it up to you and then not tell you anything about it? It doesn’t make any sense.
I know. I know. It’s so strange, right? But like I said earlier, he was stringing me along up until I gave him an ultimatum, OK? I told him that if he didn’t tell me everything he knew, that he was never gonna see me again.
You don’t think he had anything to do with Li Shin’s murder, do you?
Who knows? You know, at one point, I thought that Bobby could never hurt a fly. But on the other hand, I also thought that he would never be a liar either. –
[chuckles]
[phone rings]
Oh, it’s the station. Excuse me. Yeah, Harry?
[eerie music] No, do not give Everett Lynch any specifics on the investigation of Rafe’s stabbing and do not give him any leads either. What? He called three times? No, no, no, no, no. I can handle it. OK, thanks.
[phone beeps] What the hell is going on with him?
OK. Jada, um, I’m no detective here, but just– just follow my thinking just for a second.
OK.
OK. So Bobby’s desperate to get you back, right? – Mm-hmm. – And if he thinks that Rafe is the only thing standing in his way, maybe he’s also desperate to know the status of the investigation into Rafe’s stabbing because–
Oh, my God. Could he be the one who did it?
[dramatic music]
So what’s the problem? – So you know how we were always concerned about being able to get the original cast to relocate to Salem, right? – Well, we discussed that we could recast some of the minor characters with local actors. – Yeah. Well, the producers told me that the three actresses who play Cassandra, Charmaine, and Lorna are not going to be able to come out here. It’s impossible. Um, two of them have contracted to other projects, and another one is married to a makeup artist who’s doing a show in LA, and she just doesn’t want to relocate. – Well, you know, why can’t we just fly them out here when we need them?
Well, Abe, we don’t have the budget for that. – Well, they’re the three female leads. I mean, they’re– they’re iconic. The– the fans have loved them for decades. It– it wouldn’t be “Body and Soul” without them.
[soft dramatic music]
– I know it sounds crazy to think that– that Bobby stabbed Rafe. I mean, it’s a huge leap, right? – Yeah, no, no. Huge, huge leap.
[ominous music] But– – But what? – I mean, the timing does kind of check out. Rafe got stabbed after Bobby was released from Bayview. I mean, granted, yeah, police officers do have enemies, but, I mean, there’s no obvious suspects here. – Oh, man. Oh, wait a minute. I– I did see Everett at his hotel room that day. So depending on what time Rafe was stabbed, it’s possible that I could– I could be Bobby’s alibi. – Do you remember what time you went to the Salem Inn? – Um, let me think. I– I was at the hospital with my mom when Marlena called, and she said that he was released, and then I went over there straight away. – Mm-hmm. – Um, let’s see. Yeah, she called me at :, and I was over there in about or minutes. – OK. Um, OK. That was after I found Rafe in the cemetery. Um, let me see. Yeah, I called the ambulance at :, nearly an hour before you saw him. So that means that if Bobby does have an alibi, you’re definitely not it.
Everett, let’s– let’s start with the good memories, OK? The ones you– you told me about the other day, you know, your– your mother.
Can you picture her? – Yeah.
How old are you?
I had, uh, just had my fourth birthday.
And do you remember what you told me?
I said, um– I said, “Why did you do it, Mom?” – Do what? – Why did you let him hurt me? – Who?
Tell me who.
My father. I, uh– I see him with his big belt, the big belt buckle. I see him coming toward me. No! Dad! No! Stop! Stop, dad! Stop!
[intense music]
Hey, Rafe. I wonder if you can hear me. I hope so.
[tender music]
I’ve been thinking so much about when we had breakfast the other day.
You asked me about my life. You were so sweet, caring. Selfish me, I barely even asked you about yours.
Did I even tell you that I love you, or how proud I am that you’re my brother? ‘Cause I am.
You’re so kind and funny and sweet.
And you always believed in me, no matter how much of a jerk I’ve been or how much I’ve disappointed you.
[sighs]
Please, please wake up, Rafe, so you can help us find out who did this to you, and I can wipe that scum right off the face of the Earth.
– She drives me insane– half-caf, extra hot, extra foam– diva bitch. After I find a way to off her brother so he can’t finger me, that woman’s going to pay for what she did to Li Shin.
[spits]
[dramatic music] – You don’t want to take medication?
Oh, Lord, I already take the thyroid pills and the blood pressure. No more, please. – What if I told you that it’s not a pill and the safety profiles really are excellent on this? And I– it’s my opinion that the benefits outweigh the risks. – Ugh.
What is it? – I just– I just hate feeling like I’m crumbling from the inside out, you know? I thought my health problems were over. – Well, I think if you take these preventative measures, they will be over for quite some time.
Mm? – Yeah. – Well, if you put it that way, it’s– Kayla, and I’m sorry I’m being so grumpy about this, you know, and self-pitying. I mean, how dare I complain, right? I mean, not many people have been nearly as lucky as I have been, you know, health-wise or in every other way. – You are lucky. And you are important to a lot of people and loved by so many. – Well, that’s kind of you to say. And please don’t tell my husband about the hard time I’ve been giving you about taking this medication, please, because if you do, I’m sure he will lecture me. – My lips are sealed. But I think that he would really be proud of you for contemplating this. – Eh, I suppose. But he’s been so preoccupied lately about securing the rights to his soap opera that sometimes he barely even notices me. But, you know, at least gives him– gives him something to do, you know, instead of just moaning about it being canceled.
Well, I guess the only answer is to recast the show. – What? All three leads at once? What do you– you don’t want us to be a pale imitation of the show.
Oh, no, yeah, no, we don’t.
Unless we reimagine the entire thing. I don’t know. Maybe “Body and Soul: the Next Generation,” set it in the future somewhere or something like that? – Then it wouldn’t be my show.
[soft dramatic music] – OK, look, I understand that. I really do. We just have so much to talk about. I mean, it’s really– it can get daunting. And casting is only part of it. We need a casting director. We need directors. We need writers. We need crew. We need craft services.
Craft services? What’s that? – OK. We have a big learning curve ahead of us.
Thank you, Connie.
Can I get you anything else?
I’m good.
Well, I sure hope your brother wakes up soon so he can get back to work. Hey, maybe he’ll catch his own assailant. Wouldn’t that be something? In the meantime, if you need anything at all, anything– admin, errands, aura readings– I’m your gal, morning, noon, or night.
Aura readings. Got it. Thank you.
All right, then.
Wait. Before you go, I should tell you that I took a look at your ideas. – You did? – Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much, but I was kind of blown away. – You were? – Yeah, and your résumé is very impressive. – Well, thank you. – Truth is, I could actually use someone like you right now– on a trial basis, of course.
I am pinching myself. Oh, I will prove my worth to you, Gabi DiMera. I can’t wait to get started. – OK, when you were in Bobby’s room, you didn’t see any signs of blood or anything like that, right? Never mind. You wouldn’t have kept that to yourself. – No, I wouldn’t have. But come to think of it, he was getting out of the shower when I showed up.
[eerie music] I just– I thought that he was cleaning up after leaving Bayview, but what if he was getting rid of evidence? Or have I been reading way too many murder mysteries? – Oh, my God. Speaking of murder mysteries, Bobby was reading one in Bayview.
He was? – Yeah. And it’s obviously all speculation right now, but I’ve had stranger theories turn out to be true. – So how do we figure out if it is true?
– Three, two, one. Everett, open your eyes.
[sobbing] – Look at me. Look at me. You’re OK. It’s safe. You’re right here. Tell me what happened. –
[breathing heavily] Sorry. I haven’t remembered that until now.
[somber music] My father, Robert Stein, he, uh– he terrorized me.
And that must be why– that must be why Bobby came out that day, to– to protect me, and stayed until now.
– What do you mean, stayed until now? – Well, I mean, now that I remember everything, I don’t need him to protect me anymore, do I? I– I have his memories, you know, and his– his feelings.
[laughs] It’s like, um– it’s like I’m a complete person now.
[laughs] I mean, I should have done this months ago. You– you encouraged me to, didn’t you? But I was– I was too scared.
[sighs] But I should have listened to you the first time because…
[sighs] This is incredible. I feel incredible, seriously.
[dramatic music] I don’t know how I can ever thank you, Dr. Evans.
You’re a miracle worker.
[soft dramatic music]
Hello. Hello, Gabi. – Mayor Price. – Oh, I’m just– I’m so sorry for what you’re going through. – Thanks. – You– did you just come from seeing your brother? – I did. No change.
Oh, well, I’m praying for him. All of us in Salem are. And we will find whoever did this to him. Justice will be served, I promise you that. – Thank you. – Uh, well, I do have a big learning curve ahead of me. – No, we both do. – But you have television experience. – Oh, not on a scripted show, I don’t. – Well, I may not have the experience, but I make up for that with a lot of enthusiasm.
[laughter] You know, I think we should hold off on casting just for a minute. And besides that, I know exactly who should play Lorna DeLorean.
No, no, no, no, no. Don’t look at me because I’m a producer, not an actor. And even if I was tempted to play the part, you would still have two more roles to cast. – Ah, but I know exactly who should play those roles too.
– Yeah? – Got a minute? – I’m on a break. I’m all yours. – Thank you. I just wanted to talk to you about Everett Lynch. I– I had an encounter with him this morning, and it really left me quite troubled. – Yeah, well, I just had a session with him that also left me rather troubled. – Right. He was on his way to see you. Did– it didn’t go well?
No, I would say that it went well. It went almost too well.
What do you mean? – He appeared to have a major breakthrough, one that I wouldn’t have expected for some time. – Do you think he’s putting on an act? –
[sighs] I don’t know exactly. You know, he’s so intelligent, and– and he’s so clever, and he’s able to, I don’t know, take drastic measures to secure his own self-preservation.
Anyway, if the session today was not as it seemed, then I think I made a serious mistake in releasing him from Bayview.
[eerie music]
–
[sighs] Sorry, Commish.
I never meant for this to happen to you. I mean, I knew Connie was kind of a wacko. If I’d known she was gonna try to kill you, I would have stopped her.
I’m a reporter. I should have asked more questions.
See, I never meant for you to die. I just wanted you out of the way… so I could have Jada all to myself.
– I’d like to bring Bobby in for questioning, but I’m gonna have to handle it very delicately. In the meantime, don’t say anything about this to anyone. – Of course not.
I mean, the last thing we need is for someone else to know that we think that Everett is Bobby and that he might be the one who stabbed Rafe.
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