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Yeah, I really don’t want to talk about this right now.
Well, Tate does. That’s why he went to your house.
Wait. Tate went to my house? When?
A little while ago. He’s probably there right now.
Oh, no.
What do you mean, “Oh, no?” Is that a problem? [knocking]
Holly, are you in there? What the hell are you doing in here? [tense music]
Hey. Rivera said you were in here working on EJ’s case. I figured you could use this.
Thank you.
You, uh– you been here all night?
I caught a couple hours sleep at the crib. I just wanted to see if anything jumped out at me while it’s still fresh. This will definitely help.
Yeah, well, you helped me last night, going on about– going on about Jada. So–
Hey, what are partners for?
Well, it goes both ways. So if there’s any way I can return the favor, just let me know.
You know, there, uh– there actually is something I want to run by you. It’s about Gabi. [gentle music]
[gasps] Kristen. My God, you scared the crap out of me.
Yeah, I can see that. Kind of ironic, since you’re the one breaking into my house.
I didn’t break in. I still have my key from when I was married to Stefan.
Oh. Well, I’m gonna need that back. But first, why don’t you tell me what you’re doing here. [tense music]
Marlena, just keep me posted, OK? All right. And listen, take care of yourself. I will. Love you. Bye. And look who’s up.
Yes, I didn’t expect to sleep this late.
Well, we have no coffee, but I got lattes and stuff.
Oh, I love you. Any updates on Dad?
Uh, not much, but I just got off the phone with Marlena. They did find some files in that facility, and they’re encrypted. But Steve is having the ISA work on them.
Well, I mean, that’s something. I was really hoping to wake up to some news today.
Well, there is some news, but it’s not about that. EJ was shot last night. [tense music]
[machines beeping]
Ah. So, any advice you’d like to share to help me get back in my son’s good graces? Not sure why I’m asking. Not like you had any impressive people skills. But… I am my father’s son. [chuckles] You were always one step ahead. And so am I. [sighs] I win. What are you doing? [gunshot] [machines beeping] [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”
EJ was shot?
At the DiMera house. Someone walked in– we don’t know who– put a bullet right in his chest. And Chad found him lying on the living room floor.
Is he alive?
He’s–he’s alive. Belle, he’s in bad shape.
How bad?
He’s in a medically induced coma.
Did you and Gabi hit a rough patch?
No. Everything’s fine between us.
OK, so then what’s going on?
I’m not even sure how to say this.
Look, JJ, whatever it is, you can tell me. I mean, we’re partners, remember?
I’m just wondering if, uh–
If what?
If it’s at all possible that Gabi could have been involved in EJ’s shooting. [tense music]
Happy now?
Well, that depends. Did you make copies?
Yes, Kristen, I made a whole keychain full because I just love being in this house.
Well, something brought you here. So why don’t you tell me what it is?
DiMera business. I need you to sign off on these expense reports. You know, I stopped by your office, but you weren’t there, obviously.
Hmm. There. I’m running late. Yes, and as you can see, we had a very eventful evening.
I heard.
Mm-hmm.
You know, it’s crazy that someone shot EJ and even crazier that he survived.
Barely. They removed the bullet, but it’s still touch and go.
Do the police have any idea who did it?
No, they don’t. Do you?
Is this about your breakup?
What?
I’m just wondering if maybe you’re reacting this way because you don’t want to see Tate. I mean, you didn’t respond to any of his texts.
No, that’s not– OK, Sophia, are you sure Tate went to my house?
Yes, I’m sure. I was just with him. He was like, oh, I should probably go see if Holly’s OK. And then he headed over there. Why are you acting like this is some big catastrophe?
It’s none of your damn business, OK?
This isn’t what you think.
Really? Because you’re nearly naked in Holly’s bedroom, so it looks to me like you’re sleeping with my girlfriend.
Except Holly isn’t your girlfriend anymore, is she?
Uh-huh.
Oh, my God. I–I just can’t believe this.
I know. I was–I was shocked, too. Kristen called me last night to make sure I wasn’t worried. Because Rachel was in the house when it happened.
What?
Yeah, she’s OK. She’s–she apparently slept through it. Kristen was there as well, but apparently she was drying her hair and didn’t hear a thing either, but– let’s thank God they weren’t hurt.
So then whoever did this was only after EJ.
Seems that way.
So you think Gabi might have shot EJ?
Remember when I said I was gonna swing by her place last night?
Yeah. Yeah. To find out if anything happened between Rafe and Jada.
Yeah, well, I didn’t find out. Gabi wasn’t there. House was empty.
OK. Maybe–maybe she was still at work.
I called her office. They said she’d been gone for hours.
So you think that because she wasn’t home when you stopped by, that maybe– maybe she could have done this?
It’s not the only reason, Shawn.
Oh, yeah. It’s the other reason.
That Gabi almost shot EJ once before.
Why the hell would I know anything about EJ’s shooting?
Well, because you are dating JJ Deveraux.
Yeah, so?
So? He’s one of the detectives on this case.
And what? You think he’s giving me the inside scoop over dinner? I’m not sure how you think police investigations work, but detectives do not share sensitive details with civilians. JJ is not gonna tell me a damn thing.
Oh, is that because you’re a civilian or because you’re a suspect?
Yeah, you’re right. She broke up with me because of you.
You’re blaming me? You’re the one who ratted me out to Julie.
Yeah, I was trying to protect Holly because you were gonna ruin her life.
Please, dude, spare me the hero act, OK? You told on me because you were jealous.
Oh, my God. What? Of some loser like you? No, not at all.
Yeah. You hated that Holly and I were getting close, so you told Julie that I took her necklace.
Dude, you are such a jerk. No, you didn’t take it. You stole it the day of her husband’s memorial.
And you added to a grieving widow’s pain by telling her.
By what? By what? By–by telling her that the guy that she took in, that she treated like family is a two-faced crook? Is that what it is? Doug, tell me, did you steal something else. Huh?
You know something, Tate? You’re–you’re right, man. I am partly to blame for Holly cutting you loose.
Oh, you’re partly to blame?
Yeah. [sighs] Holly and I, when we woke up together this morning, she told me that your narcing on me was just the last straw, that, uh– oh, how did she put it? That your relationship’s been barely hanging by a thread for a while now. Because from the start, it’s been nothing but drama.
No, that’s not even close to true.
Dude, you knocked up her best friend.
Yeah, and I bet you just loved that, didn’t you? That gave you the perfect chance to just move in.
Don’t put this on me, man. Holly wanted to be with you, OK? But you kept running off every five minutes to deal with doctor’s appointments and adoption meetings. And when Holly needed someone, I was there for her. And that made you insane. Just admit it, Tate. You didn’t know how else to get rid of me, so you went crying to Julie. But really, what else should I expect from such an insecure little baby?
[grunts] [tense music]
Hey, Mom.
Where is Tate? I thought you said he’d be here.
He will be.
Really? Or is this just a ruse to get out of going to school on time?
No, I told you already. The teachers are having a conference today, so we’re not starting until third period.
Well, that doesn’t explain where Tate is. You said you two wanted to discuss the adoption.
We do, and Tate just had to take care of something.
Now?
It was important.
What could be more important than the future of your baby?
What the hell is going on?
Yeah, that’s exactly what I would like to know. I just walked in here and found this guy in his underwear.
Would you just calm down?
Are you sleeping with him?
No! I mean, Doug spent the night, yeah, but that’s it.
OK, and let me guess. Nothing happened.
Yeah, that’s right, Tate. Nothing happened. He slept on the floor. It was completely innocent.
I tried to tell him that. He wasn’t exactly receptive.
Shut up, dude. I–
See what I mean?
He needed a place to crash. That’s it.
OK. And of all the options, he chose your cold, hard floor?
What all options, Tate? He had nowhere else to go. Julie kicked him out of the house because of you. And I wasn’t gonna let him sleep in the park another night. God, what are you even doing here anyway?
I came to see if you knew about EJ.
Yeah, I got a news alert.
OK. Then there’s nothing else to say. [tense music]
Oh, my God, Brady. I was there last night. I wore that wire trying to get EJ to admit what he did to Rafe and Jada. Oh, God. And when he caught me, I got so upset, I stormed out. And now he’s lying in a hospital bed clinging to life.
So how are you feeling? That this is, like, karma?
I–I honestly don’t know how to feel.
Yeah, you told me about that, about– about Gabi pulling a gun on EJ.
So you’d agree that it’s not out of the question that she might do it again.
And risk going to prison? And risk losing Arianna?
Look, I wish I could say no, Shawn. Back before they found Rafe, Gabi was locked in, laser focused on getting what she wanted. If I hadn’t come in when I did, I think she would have blown EJ away right there. What if this time, no one was there to stop her?
Why the hell would you say that I’m a suspect?
Because you certainly had a motive.
So does half this town.
Oh, come on, Gabi. You hated EJ ever since he shipped you to prison for Li’s murder. And if that wasn’t enough, you clearly were angry about what he did to your beloved brother. And even more so because you knew that he wasn’t gonna get prosecuted for it.
You’re right. I was.
Yeah. Were you angry enough to take out a gun last night and shoot him?
I could ask you the same question. [tense music]
Mom, just chill out, OK? Tate’s gonna be here any minute.
I hope so. Because if you two want me to reconsider this adoption, I need to know this baby is your first priority.
No, it is. I promise you that.
Sophia, Mrs. Choi, sorry. My bad. I’m sorry I’m late.
Mm-hmm.
Mom, I’m just gonna– I’m just gonna talk to Tate really quickly.
Are you OK?
Yeah. Why?
Well, you just– you seem kind of upset.
I’m fine.
Are you sure? Because I ran into Holly before. And when I told her you were at our house, like, got really weird about it, like she didn’t want you there.
Well, maybe that’s because she had Doug Williams holed up in her room.
At least Tate hit me before I got dressed.
Yeah. Last time someone punched you, you bled all over your shirt. Here.
You were so nice to me that day. You hardly even knew me.
Well, I knew you were in pretty rough shape and that my aunt Sarah would be cool.
She stitched me up, and you took me back here. I really have to stop doing this to you.
I don’t mind. You’re my friend. Does it hurt?
No. He barely touched me. Nothing a little breakfast won’t fix.
Shoot. Um, I kind of forgot about breakfast.
I have been trying so hard to get over EJ and to get him out of my life for good. I mean, that’s why I wore the wire last night. And I–I just can’t do it.
Belle, you tried. You tried. You took a big risk doing that.
I don’t understand. Yes, wearing the wire didn’t work, obviously. I didn’t get the confession. But what I meant was that– oh, God. Never mind. I can’t even say it. It’s too humiliating.
Belle, hey, you know I’m not gonna judge you. You know that.
All right. Well, like I told you, EJ said that I only wore the wire because I couldn’t resist him and that I only wanted to put him behind bars because then there would be no more temptation. And then I could prove to myself that I didn’t want him anymore. But what does it mean that I failed? I get nothing, and he’s still free?
No, it means that EJ, he knew what you were up to.
Yeah, because he’s smart. He is way too smart to believe that right after I kick him out of my life, I’m gonna show up on his doorstep and tell him I want to rekindle things. It was just a very bad plan, Brady, and you know what? I knew that going in.
And you knew that he’d bust you.
Yeah. I mean, I suspected he would. And maybe on some level, I wanted him to. When I was trying to get EJ to confess and, you know, saying that I missed him and that, you know, if he promised that he would never do anything crazy again, that maybe there would be a future for us, obviously, I was lying. But–
But what?
But maybe– I don’t know– subconsciously, I wasn’t. Maybe EJ’s right, and I do want him. And I don’t want him to go to prison because then he would be gone. And–and then I hear that he gets shot, and I’m upset, and I’m worried about a guy that everyone knows is a monster. I mean, what is wrong with me?
God, there’s nothing– hey, sis, there’s nothing wrong with you. It’s this–it’s the same dynamic I had with Kristen, OK? Intellectually, I knew she was violent. I knew she was wrong. I knew she was–she was– she was difficult. But did I stop? No. Why? Because the pull was too strong. That’s why I have to work every day. I work very hard every day– I still do–just like through the program, to make sure I don’t get sucked back into it.
What if no matter how hard I work, I can’t shake him? I told you what he said, that he’s always gonna be in my head and my heart and my soul.
Listen. Hey. He’s a pompous ass with a giant ego, OK? He’s gonna gloat.
I get it, OK? You hate him just like everyone else. And I want to hate him. I do. I want to do a freaking happy dance that he’s lying in a coma and raise a glass and say that an evil, ruthless man finally got what he deserved. But I can’t, Brady. I can’t.
If you really think that Gabi might have shot EJ, why don’t you just ask her?
I almost did last night right after it happened.
And what stopped you?
I don’t know. Accusing your girlfriend of attempted murder kind of seems like a relationship killer.
Yeah, well, I mean, secretly wondering if your girlfriend is an attempted murderer, that’s not exactly great for your relationship either.
Yeah, Shawn, good point.
I know I got to look into it. I’m just not sure how.
For the record, I don’t think it was Gabi. And she’s not the only one who could have done it. There’s a lot of other people to choose from.
You’re right. Well, I can tell you who’s at the top of my list. Kristen. [tense music]
And why in God’s name would I want to shoot my own brother?
Oh, honey, you have a stronger motive than I do.
Really? Well, unless I’m missing something, he didn’t send me away for a crime I didn’t commit.
No, but he sent your mother away to parts unknown so that she couldn’t testify against him.
All right. How do you know that?
You. I heard you railing about it to Melinda the other day in your office. I think the entire staff did. So before you accuse me of shooting EJ over what he did to my brother, might you remember that you were just as upset with him over what he did to your mother.
You think I would actually kill the one person who could tell me where she was? Oh, sweetheart, even if I wanted to, I don’t own a gun.
But we both know that you could easily get your hands on one. The only question is, did you use it?
Doug was in Holly’s room? Why?
Sophia.
You should go.
No, she can wait. I want to hear about what happened.
Just please don’t worry about it. Let’s just–we should do this.
OK. So let’s hear it. Why do you think that I should reconsider giving Johnny and Chanel your baby?
Well, Mom, first of all, Tate and I want to thank you for agreeing to meet with us today.
Yes. Yeah. Thank you.
OK. OK. Get on with it.
Well, I’m sure you heard about the news about Johnny’s father.
Of course. It’s been all over the news. I’ve been praying for him.
You have?
Yes. As I’ve told you many times, it’s the sinners who need our prayers the most.
Right. Well, it sounds like he’s in pretty bad shape. And well, not that that’s a good thing. But, um, Tate and I know that your main objection to the adoption was that Mr. DiMera would be in the baby’s life. But now that he’s in a coma, you don’t really have to worry about that anymore.
I read that Mr. DiMera is in a medically induced coma, which I assume means his doctors think he might recover.
True, but if he recovers, it could be years from now. And–and we really don’t know what–what condition he might be in. Right, Tate?
Yeah. Yeah. Right. Right.
Plus, as you know, Johnny and Chanel did move out of the DiMera mansion.
Yes, I know. They’re living with Chanel’s mother. I’m quite fond of her. She is a good Christian woman.
And she’s also the mayor of Salem. So her place has tons of security.
Well, not that whoever did the shooting is after anyone else, but, uh– [sighs] I know that after you read that article you were worried that Mr. DiMera would have an influence in the baby’s life no matter where Johnny and Chanel lived. But again, you know, now that he’s out of commission, there’s just not really a chance of that happening anymore.
Yeah. No–no chance. None at all.
See? Johnny’s dad really just has nothing to do with this anymore. And I know that you felt that the timing of this article was a sign from God that you should stop the adoption. So maybe the timing of this incident is a sign that you should change your mind.
Well, it’s worth considering.
Really?
Yes, but the only two people who can guarantee that Mr. DiMera will be out of the picture as far as the baby’s concerned are Johnny and Chanel. So I’ll need to speak to them before I make any decisions. Make sure you get to third period on time. [tense music]
[lighthearted music]
So you see, I was on the way to get breakfast, and I ran into Sophia, who told me Tate was headed here. So I just ran straight back.
I know you said to ignore it if someone knocked. I did. But Tate just opened the door, so I’m sorry.
No, I’m the one who’s sorry for not getting here sooner to stop him from slugging you.
Well, you–you picked me up off the floor, so that counts for something. And I guess I can understand why Tate would be pissed to find a guy in his underwear in your room.
Still, that didn’t give him any right to hit you. Are you sure you don’t need any ice?
No, I’m good.
OK. So you think that jaw can handle breakfast?
Oh, for sure.
OK, great. Well, then I will go downstairs and get us something. BRB.
Listen, I don’t want you to beat yourself up over EJ, OK?
How can I not? I mean, I just admitted that I care about a guy who’s hurt so many people that I love, including you.
Well, he’s a despicable person, all right? But just because you care about the fact that he got shot or you care about a man that, given, has done some really terrible things, doesn’t make you despicable, OK? Makes you the opposite. Makes you good-hearted. That makes you a good person that actually has compassion for another human being, Belle.
Then why do I feel just flooded with shame?
Because what you had with him was very intense. You can’t just shut it off. Just like your brother can’t shut off his addiction. Takes time. And just because you have these thoughts in your head that you don’t want to have or these– these feelings or desires that are wrong, that doesn’t mean that you are a bad person. You are–you are my sweet little sister. You are a good girl. And you’re gonna get through this, OK? I know that because I’m your big brother, and that’s what we do. And I’m gonna support you all the way through it, OK?
[sighs] Thank you, Brady.
I love you.
I love you.
Now I get to go be Dad and go to Rachel’s school and make sure that she’s OK. Tell me that you’re gonna be OK here alone.
Yeah, I’ll be fine.
Yeah.
You know, Gabi, I have to say that accusing your boss of attempted murder isn’t a wise career move.
Hmm. And I have to say that hurling similar accusations at your employees doesn’t do well for workplace morale. I think after all the damage that that article did to DiMera, you can use all the loyalty that you can get.
I suppose that’s true. But given everything that’s been happening lately, you’ll have to forgive me. I’m just not in a trusting mood.
That makes two of us. [tense music]
So Kristen was pretty squirrelly when you questioned her last night?
She couldn’t have gotten away from me fast enough, that’s for sure.
Yeah, and her story, it’s, uh–it’s pretty lame, that she couldn’t see or hear anything because she was upstairs blow-drying her hair.
Of course, Rachel can’t verify any of that. She slept through the entire thing.
I think Kristen knows more than she’s saying. Maybe we should make another run at her.
I think we’d be wasting our time. I can’t imagine she’s gonna say anything more than she did last night.
Then we’ll just have to go about this a different way.
Thanks.
Yeah.
So, uh, that went better than I thought it would.
What? With your mom?
No, with Zendaya. Tate? Hello?
Yeah. Yeah, I agree. Sorry. I thought it went really well.
Well, even though you were someplace else during half that conversation– I can tell you’re still upset about what happened at Holly’s. So will you just finish telling me about it now?
Doug Williams slept on the floor in Holly’s room last night.
What? Why?
Yeah. Holly said he had nowhere else to go. And when I walked in, he was in his boxers. She claimed nothing happened between them.
Do you believe her?
I do, actually. But Holly wasn’t there when I first showed up. And then just seeing him there like that– and then he said some stuff. Really pissed me off. And, um, I hit him.
Oh, boy.
Yeah. So earlier when I said that might be the end of the road for me and Holly– yeah, it definitely is now.
Hey.
Cereal in a mug.
Yeah, well, I didn’t trust myself not to spill two bowls. And I was worried someone might ask questions if they saw me making up a tray. So–
Perfect last meal. Now that Tate knows I’m here, I probably shouldn’t get too comfortable.
You think he’s gonna say something?
Well, he obviously had no problem ratting me out to Julie. So I don’t see why he wouldn’t tell your grandmother that I’m up here.
Yeah, well, I’d like to think he wouldn’t. But then again, I don’t think he was gonna tell Julie about the necklace. God, you know what? I thought I knew Tate really well, but maybe I don’t know him at all. [tender music]
[machines beeping]
Sorry, detectives. I’m on my way to the office, and I really don’t have time to talk.
We’re not here to talk. We have a warrant to search your bedroom.
Well, then go right on ahead. Like I said, I have to run.
If you wouldn’t mind.
That warrant also covers your belongings.
Uh–
Including that bag, Kristen.
Are you serious? There’s nothing in here except my work papers.
Great. We’ll just have to verify that real quickly.
Can I see your bag, please?
Is this really necessary?
Yeah, I’m afraid it is. [tense music]
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