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Days Transcript Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Posted on February 18, 2025March 1, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[romantic music]

[sighs] I think, uh– I think I should probably make that dinner I keep promising you before we get too carried away.

Mm-hmm, yeah, that sounds like a good idea. [laughter] And I’ll be right there to help you. I should just change first because this outfit’s a little– you know.

No, no, no, no, no, no, uh-uh, no, no. I promised you that I would make you dinner, and I intend to keep that promise. So don’t even think for a second about trying to help me, OK?

OK. Understood, Chef Black. Second of all?

Second of all, why would we bother putting on more clothes when we’re only gonna be taking them off?

Well, it’s just–

Hey, if you’re feeling self-conscious about only being half-dressed, then… I guess I’ll just have to join you.

Oh. [laughs]

I can’t wait to be with you tonight.

Neither can I. [wistful music]

Hey, Doug. Whatcha reading?

Oh, hey, JJ. Just looking at this song that Grandpa Doug wrote for Julie.

Can I see?

Yeah. Wow, this is–this is great. I can’t believe I’ve never seen this before. Or heard the song, for that matter.

Well, the book I found it in was left behind at the Horton Cabin about a year ago. I went to go get it for Julie, but by the time I got back, she was already in bed. So I figured I’ll just give it to her tomorrow morning.

That’s nice of you to go get it for her, though. Was that your first time over at the Horton Cabin?

Sure was, yeah.

Did you manage to get back before dark? I know things can get a little spooky when you’re up there by yourself.

Well, actually, it wasn’t just me. I also ran into Holly Jonas. [suspenseful sting]

Jada, hi. Sorry, I didn’t realize that you were home. Can I pour you a glass of wine?

Oh, thanks, but I’m good. I’m actually heading out.

Oh. Is this–

Yeah. This is the last of it. [sighs] And then I’ll be officially moved out.

Ooh, Abe, I can’t tell you how glad I am that Chanel is moving back in with Johnny, oh. Not that I was put out by, you know, being her host here, of course, oh, but I’m just so– so happy to see the two of them finally get back on track. Mm. Oh. Oh, Abe, I’m so sorry. Here I am, chattering on about Johnny and Chanel, and I haven’t even taken a moment to check in on you about “Body & Soul.” Oh, I can’t imagine how difficult it must have been to give it up.

Yeah. It was hard. You know I’m always– I will always be proud of the work we did.

Mm.

And it was the right decision.

Well, I must say, if there is one bright side to “Body & Soul” leaving town, it’s that I get to spend some quality time alone with my handsome husband.

[chuckles] Well, you know what? I will drink to that.

Mm-hmm.

Mm. [knock on door] Oh, apparently, I spoke too soon.

All right. [groans] Yeah, OK. [tense music]

Hi, Mom, it’s me. I’m just checking in. I know you’re probably missing Dad today, and trust me, we all are. But I know he’s doing everything he can to get back to us because he misses us, too. Anyway, I just stopped to get a quick drink on my way home from work, and I don’t really know when I’m gonna be home. So if you get this before I see you, just don’t wait up for me, OK? I love you. Bye.

Well, well, well, if it isn’t the new Ms. Salem DA.

[clears throat]

Mind if I join you?

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[soft dramatic music]

Ah. I needed that.

Tough day?

I tell you, I cannot believe there are so many damn criminals in this town. I mean, give a guy a break. They’re nearly killing me.

You’ve been on the force for years. You’re just now realizing there’s a problematic workload?

Yeah, well, you know, it– listen, a coma, it can really do a number on a guy. And it definitely did a number on me. So it’s just taking a while to get back into the swing of things.

Right.

Yeah, especially after that train wreck that Jada left at the police department, and, you know, after she stole my job. So, yeah, no surprise that I’m feeling a little bit overwhelmed.

You know that Jada didn’t set out to steal your job, right?

Oh. I get it. OK. Team backstabber, huh? Mm-hmm. Well, you know what? It’s no surprise, considering that, uh, you pulled the exact same stunt with EJ.

[scoffs]

Madam Mayor, I, uh, hope I’m not interrupting.

Do you have any idea what day this is?

I do, actually. Happy Valentine’s Day to you both. I hope you’ll accept this as a token of my sincerest apologies for interrupting your evening. However, I thought you might want to discuss this matter privately and in person.

Uh, what matter? [scoffs] What do you want?

I’m here to talk to you about Jada Hunter.

Are you sure you have to move out?

Beyond sure. This is the last place that I want to be right now. No offense.

No, I completely understand. I guess I was just hoping that if Rafe were to come home, the two of you could still–

Work things out? Yeah. You know, if this was a few days ago, I might have agreed with you. But now, every conversation I have with that man, it just gets worse every time. I even returned the engagement ring last night. I mean, “return” is a bit generous. I pretty much tossed it at him.

If you don’t mind my asking, what did he say this time to get you so worked up?

I tried to talk to him about EJ setting me up. And you know what he said? He told me that I should just let it go.

What? He said that?

I know, right? I mean, not only did his feelings for me just magically vanish, he has now allied himself with EJ– EJ DiMera, of all people, a man that he supposedly despises.

I don’t get that.

Yeah. Shawn, he thinks that maybe his coma possibly altered his personality somehow, but I don’t know. Just thinking about this just makes my head hurt.

Jada… I’m so sorry. If there’s anything that I can do…

You know, at this point, to be honest, I just want this–just all of this to be over with. You know, after Bobby, I can’t go through this again. I can’t. So it’s–I think it’s time that I just move on. Get over it. Move on.

Jada Hunter.

What about her?

[clears throat] Put simply, you have a crisis on your hands. Now, we all knew from the very beginning you putting Jada in Rafe’s job was a huge misstep.

Oh, please.

You’ve already had to eat crow and suspend her. And to make matters worse, you replaced her with Rafe Hernandez, the very man you had her replace just a few months earlier.

I do not need a former district attorney to tell me how to do my job.

I’m merely a concerned citizen.

Concerned about what, exactly? You know, not too long ago, your concern nearly ousted Paulina as mayor.

I have no desire to retread that line of events. Believe me. I simply want to help the good people of Salem the best way I know how.

[chuckles] And how’s that?

Well, as you so kindly pointed out, I formerly served this great city as district attorney. And at the time, I was working alongside the current police commissioner, Rafe Hernandez.

So?

So you gave him his job back. How about giving me mine back, too?

What stunt did I supposedly pull on EJ?

Not supposedly. You stole his job.

I did not steal his job. Paulina offered it to me. I just accepted it.

OK, I think you mean Paulina and Jada. And from what I understand, Jada orchestrated the whole thing. You know why?

Yes, because she was trying to protect the department from EJ’s corruption.

No, no, because she wanted a DA that would kowtow to her, one that would look the other way so she could have the free rein to do whatever it was that she wanted.

Oh, come on, Rafe. You don’t really believe that, do you?

Well, you know, all the pieces, they do fit together nicely, wouldn’t you agree?

No. I would not agree. And I don’t think you do either. So why don’t you tell me what is going on?

I can’t imagine what this must be like for you. You and Rafe really seemed like such a great couple up until recently.

It’s fine, honestly. I’m just thankful that he showed me his true colors before we officially got married.

Well, it’s my brother’s loss. You deserve the best. I hope you know that.

Thanks. So do you. [clears throat] Speaking of, how are things going with you and JJ?

[sighs] That is a very good question.

Holly was up there, huh? I suppose she got the key from Maggie. Was she just hanging out, or…

Uh, she was waiting on her boyfriend, Tate Black.

You and Tate friends?

Not exactly. He and Holly were apparently planning to meet at the cabin for some sort of romantic Valentine’s Day rendezvous.

Mm-hmm. Unless I’m imagining things, I’d say you’re not too happy about that, are you?

Mm, that was amazing.

Yeah?

Seriously, I could eat it every day for the rest of my life. What’s it called again?

It’s spaghetti Bolognese.

Ah, very fancy.

I mean, it’s just spaghetti with red sauce, but it is one of my best dishes.

And how many dishes are we talking exactly?

OK, you don’t have to call me out like that.

I’m just wondering. [laughter]

However, I am a little bit out of my comfort zone when it comes to dessert. So I did go with the store-bought option this time. So I hope that’s OK.

Actually, I was kind of hoping we could skip dessert and go straight to something else. [sultry music]

Wow. You look– I don’t even have the words.

Then don’t use any words.

[gentle music]

You are so beautiful.

Finally found those words, huh?

[laughs]

So are you ready?

Yeah. You?

Yeah.

[sultry music]

You sure that you feel safe about this?

Yeah. I’m on the pill.

OK. Great.

Don’t worry, Tate. Nothing’s gonna go wrong. It’s gonna be perfect.

Well, it–it was just awkward, that’s all. I basically barged in on their romantic getaway. And then I made it even worse by–

By what?

Well, we were standing there looking at these romantic poems, and I just– I sort of let it slip that I have feelings for her.

Let it slip?

I basically just blurted it out. Man, it was so embarrassing.

No, hey, don’t sweat it. I’ve–I’ve been in basically the same situation you are right now.

Really?

A few times, actually.

OK, well, then, tell me, how do I get out of this?

Well, it depends. What’d Holly say?

Well, she didn’t really get a chance to say anything, because Tate walked in a minute later, and then I got the hell out of there. And look, I know that she is in a serious relationship, and I have absolutely no intention of getting between her and Tate. But I just– man, I don’t know what to do about these feelings.

Well, I think talking about them with someone other than Holly certainly helps. So anytime you need an ear, just– just let me know.

Well, thanks, man. I appreciate that. You know, I’m glad I was wrong about you.

What do you mean?

Well, ever since I came to Salem, I just– I had this feeling like you weren’t too sure about me.

In what way?

I don’t know, just, like, odd, I guess. But like I said, I’m glad I was wrong.

Actually, you weren’t wrong.

Huh?

I, uh– I feel a little weird telling you this, but I guess you deserve to know. I’ve, uh, sort of been keeping my eye on you.

You have? Why?

Well, to be honest, my mom thought you might have been the one who stole Julie’s necklace. [dramatic music]

I actually haven’t seen very much of JJ recently. I keep meaning to call him, but I know he’s been busy with his new job at Salem PD, and so I doubt he has any free time to spare. And it’s fine.

But it’s Valentine’s Day. It should be on him to make a little time. [knock on door]

Oh.

Hi. I have a delivery for Gabi Hernandez.

That’s me. Oh. [laughs] Aww. Thank you so much.

Have a great day.

Yeah, you too.

Mm. These are lovely. [sniffs] From JJ?

Yeah.

See? That’s what real boyfriends do.

Jada, I’m sorry. I, um–

No, no, no, please, don’t be. You should be happy. And you know what? I am glad that at least one of us is having a good Valentine’s Day.

Oh, you have got some nerve.

EJ, as urgent as this discussion may seem to you, why don’t we postpone it until, oh–

Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, Abraham. It’s all right, all right? I already have an answer for him, and that answer is no way in hell.

Mm, do you really want Belle Black to continue in the position of district attorney, the woman handpicked by Jada Hunter before her history of lawbreaking was uncovered?

Ah–

What– what happens when Jada’s case goes to trial? Do you really think Belle will be prepared to prosecute?

I have complete faith in Belle Black.

Just like you had complete faith in Jada Hunter, right?

Jada Hunter’s case will be investigated thoroughly, intensively, and without bias.

[laughs] OK, OK.

I’m very confident that Belle Black and Rafe, for that matter, they will follow the evidence wherever it leads.

Hmm, so, uh, in other words, justice will never be served. OK. [tense music]

Nothing is going on. I just believe the evidence, that’s all. In fact, isn’t that what cops are supposed to do? Follow evidence?

And their intuition. I mean, I think any other cop with any sense would know that Jada would never do the thing she’s been accused of. I mean, Jada would never break rules to get ahead. She’s not ambitious like that. She’s just a–a hard worker and an honest cop and a really good friend.

Not ambitious? Not–wow, OK. You don’t really know Jada that well. You have never seen her go after something that she really wanted, something that she wouldn’t be denied?

I mean, like I said, she’s a hard worker. And, yeah, maybe she had her eye on the commissioner job a few years ago, but they gave it to Shawn instead.

Uh-huh. Yep. And, uh, how did little Ms. Hunter seem when she didn’t get it?

She was disappointed.

Mm.

Why wouldn’t she be?

OK. Well, I think that she was a little bit more than disappointed.

[scoffs]

Listen, I… you know, I heard that you and Shawn broke things off a few weeks ago, speaking of which, and, uh, I just want to say sorry. I know that’s got to be tough, especially on a day like today.

Suppose so. To be honest, I haven’t given it much thought.

Yeah. OK. You’re playing it tough. It’s good for you. But, you know, there’s no need to hold back on my account. Here you are. You’re all alone on the most romantic night of the year. You know, just– there’s no shame in wanting a little masculine comfort.

[gentle music]

[sighs]

[laughs]

Well, that was–

You don’t have the words?

Actually, I do have the words. That was everything I dreamed it would be, and more.

It was the same for me.

[sighs] God, I know it took a long time for us to get here, but I’m just so happy my first time was with you. It wouldn’t have been the same with anyone else. I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to, like, bring up–

Uh, no, no, it’s OK. I’m sorry. I wish I would have waited.

It’s OK. We don’t have to talk about it. I’m just glad we get to be together now, in this moment.

I agree. By the looks of things, I’d say I got here just in time tonight, huh?

What do you mean?

I just– I don’t know. When I first walked in on you and Doug, it just kind of seemed like he was about to make a move on you. [tense music] – Your mom thought I stole Julie’s necklace?

A lot of us did, actually. You remember that’s– that’s why I–

Why you asked me why I was in jail.

Yeah. Look, man, if it makes you feel better, and honestly, I hope it does, I don’t think that anymore. I’ve seen how you are with Julie, how much you care about her. And frankly, I really don’t think you’re capable of doing something like that to your family. Not back then, certainly not now.

JJ, I should probably tell you– [phone ringing]

Hold that thought. Hey.

Hey yourself. I just got your flowers. I can’t believe you remembered that lilies are my favorite.

Of course I remembered. And, hey, I’m so sorry. This is last minute. I just got off work, but would you want to go grab a drink somewhere?

How about here?

Your place?

Well, I kind of have the place to myself, more or less. And I have a bottle of wine with your name on it.

Well, then, how can I refuse? I’ll be right over.

Great. I’ll see you in a bit then. Bye. [soft music]

So he’s coming over?

Is that all right? I know you said you were on your way out, but if you wanted to stay, maybe the three of us could–

It’s fine, Gabi. Really, it’s fine. You and JJ enjoy your nice romantic Valentine’s evening alone. Besides, I have a very early start tomorrow.

Well, in that case, I just wanted to say, you know, Rafe may be my brother, and I know you and I may not legally be related. But regardless of all of that, I’m on your side on this 100%. No matter what happens.

Thank you, Gabi. That means a lot.

And don’t be a stranger, OK?

I won’t. I promise.

Paulina, do you mind if I handle this?

By all means.

EJ… [clears throat] You have some nerve showing up here tonight.

Oh, yes. I am terribly sorry for ruining your evening. How awful of me not to realize that the very fabric of our legal framework ranked lower on the list than, uh, good eating.

See, that’s the issue right there, pretending that this, all this, is about justice and community, when in reality, it’s all about you.

I beg your pardon?

EJ DiMera first, going all the way back to when you ran against me for mayor.

Now who’s the one making it all about themselves?

[scoffs] You know, I have a– I have a very capable wife. But this is my home, too. And I will take great pleasure in tossing you out of it. Now go. [soft dramatic music]

Fine. But self-serving or not, Madam Mayor, you know I’m right about Belle. Happy Valentine’s Day.

What the hell are you doing?

Sorry, what– did I miss something here? I thought I was catching a vibe.

Uh, not from me, you weren’t.

OK, well, all right. I just thought, you know, since I’m newly single, you’re newly single.

[scoffs] Well, that just gives you the right to hit on me like that?

All right, lady, take it easy.

No, you know what? You listen to me. That will never, ever happen again. And you and I will keep things professional between us, both in the office and out of the office, forever. [scoffs] What is going on with him?

You think Doug seemed like he was interested in me? [scoffs]

Yeah. It’s just, like, the vibe he gives off, the way he looks at you, like– just telling you, Holly, I think he has a thing for you.

I hope someone writes you a little inscription in a book like my grandfather did for Julie. “When I first saw you, that’s when I knew the truth. “You are the most beautiful, wonderful thing I’ve ever seen. And that’s all I ever need to know.”

Wow. Talk about big feelings. That’s pretty romantic.

Yeah, it is. And I feel the same way about you. [tender music]

When you came over on Christmas Eve, the moment I saw you, I just– I don’t know how to describe it. My heart skipped a beat.

I had no idea.

I’m such an idiot. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just rewind five minutes and pretend that this never happened?

Actually, I don’t think I can, because I feel the same way about you.

Get a grip on it, Williams. She doesn’t feel that way about you. [somber music]

See? Now you get to enjoy them, too. And not only do they look beautiful, mm, but they smell amazing, too.

I smell something a little more. I’m gonna take a wild guess and say coconut.

Good guess.

Yeah?

Yeah. It’s one of our new scents at Gabi Chic. We were testing them out in the office today.

Well, if my vote counts, I’d definitely say it’s a winner. And listen, I’m– I’m sorry I haven’t been more in touch lately. I know we’ve both been really busy the past few weeks. But I, uh, don’t want you to get the wrong idea. It’s not a reflection of how I feel about you, about us. Not at all.

And how do you feel about us?

I feel very, very lucky to be here with you tonight.

I feel lucky, too.

Oh.

Mm.

Well, I’m glad we got rid of our third wheel.

Oh, don’t remind me. Oh, lord in heaven. [shudders] Ooh, I really do hate that EJ DiMera. [imitates choking]

Do you think he had a point, though, about Belle?

Oh, of course not. He was just trying to save his own privileged hide, exactly like you said. Although…

Although what?

He really did seem kind of desperate this time, you know, to get the DA job back. I mean, if a man like EJ DiMera is fishing around for power over the prosecution, then it’s likely a sign that he’s been up to no good. Now, the question is, what did he do this time? [tense music]

Well, I just hope that your mother can handle looking after both Ava and Rafe. But given their history, she doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, now, does she? [sighs] But we don’t really have much choice in the matter. Yes, you’re right. I agree. We need to come up with a long-term plan. Those two can’t stay locked up in your family’s summer home forever. [doorbell rings] I’ve got to go. We’ll talk more about this when you get back from work. [sighs] Belle. I wasn’t expecting to see you tonight.

Yes, well, I thought you ought to know that your newfound friend Rafe has one hell of a nerve.

He’s not my friend.

Oh, he is such a colossal jerk.

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Calm down. Tell me what happened.

OK. I was at Small Bar, trying to enjoy a drink, alone, when he came over and started badgering me with a bunch of talk about Jada and the mayor. And then he just, like– he leaned in, and without any warning, he just–

What? Tell me.

He made a pass at me. He kissed me.

I’m going to kill him. [tense music]

Oh, hey there, Jadacakes. Long time no see. What’s up?

First of all, cut it out with the Jadacakes crap.

Well, come on. What, you still angry about what happened yesterday?

Second of all, FYI, I am all cleared out of your house. Any shred of evidence of our shared life together has either been moved out, torn up, or thrown out. It’s all yours now.

All mine, huh? Huh. So where exactly are you moving?

Not that it’s any of your business–

Yeah?

But Stephanie is letting me crash on her couch for a few days until I find a place of my own.

All right. Well, you can have a new place right away if you play your cards right.

What?

I got a big comfy bed right inside. You’re more than welcome to share it.

You know, whatever EJ is up to, I’m sure we’ll know soon enough.

Mm. Yeah, well, he and the rest of the people in Salem can rest assured I will not be giving him that DA job back– no way, no how. Oh, I won’t be making that mistake again.

[chuckle] Yeah, you know, sweetheart, I am, um– I’m sorry if I stepped on your toes when I told him off.

Oh, are you kidding? My big bad husband standing up to big bad EJ DiMera? [both chuckle] Well, it’s the best Valentine’s Day gift a girl could ask for.

Oh.

My heart is still beating a mile a minute just thinking about it.

Oh, well, maybe we should have a glass of wine just to calm you down.

Mm-mm! Mm-mm, I don’t want to calm down. I would rather get fired up for my hot husband.

Well, I do think that could be arranged. [chuckles]

[grunts]

Wait, wait, wait. Where are you going?

You said Rafe was at Small Bar, right?

OK, I don’t need you to rush off and fight my battles for me–I handled it.

Look, I’m sorry, Belle, but I’m afraid you don’t understand–

No, I understand just fine. And I think it’s very sweet that you want to stand up for me, but you don’t have to. Not in this instance, anyway.

You think I’m sweet, do you?

I suppose that’s what I said.

[sighs] Well, I mean, you’re certainly right about one thing. I do want to stand up for you, but not because I don’t think you can handle yourself, but because I care about you, Belle.

See? Sweet.

[chuckles] I also don’t like the idea of someone else kissing you on Valentine’s Day.

Oh, no? Who should it be, then?

Oh, well, let me show you.

Are you serious right now? Did I not make myself clear last night when I threw my ring at you and slapped you across the face? Or do you need a reminder?

Hey, I am just trying to help you out by giving you a place to stay, OK? You don’t have to be such a bitch about it.

You know what? You are an even bigger ass than I realized. I am sorry I ever met you.

[scoffs] Women. [scoffs]

So…

So?

So what were you thinking? We could, uh, order in, watch a movie, or, uh…

Do this? [tender music]

I’m sorry. That was a stupid thing to bring up.

No, it’s OK. It’s good we talk about these things. And for the record, Doug is just a friend, nothing more. So you don’t have anything to worry about, OK?

OK. Then I won’t worry. All right. I have good news, and I also have bad news. The good news is, uh, we still have that delicious dessert that I bought for us. The bad news is if we want to eat it, we should probably grab it now before we have to catch the last ferry home.

Whew, well, if that’s the case, I say let’s skip the dessert. [both giggle]

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Interview with Sara Garcia

Posted on February 17, 2025February 17, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

TV Interview!

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Interview with Sara Garcia of “The Hunting Party” on NBC by Suzanne 2/14/25

This was fun, but short. It was nice to speak to Sara, whom I interviewed (in a group) 2 years ago for the family drama “Ride” on Hallmark. This new series is quite a different show, about a team of FBI agents that chase down serial killers that have escaped from a high-tech prison. She plays the army tech person that helps the field agents. It sounds a bit far-fetched, but it’s got a wonderful cast and solid action. It seems a little bit like “The Blacklist” crossed with “Criminal Minds,” but it’s got its own original take.

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The Hunting Party

Series Premiere Monday Feb 3 on NBC (10 pm ET/PT)

A high-concept crime procedural about a small team of investigators who are assembled to track down and capture the most dangerous killers our country has ever seen, all of whom have just escaped from a top-secret prison that’s not supposed to exist.

The cast includes Melissa Roxburgh, Nick Wechsler, Patrick Sabongui, Josh McKenzie and Sara Garcia.

Co-showrunners JJ Bailey (creator) and Jake Coburn are writers and executive producers. Thor Freudenthal is director and executive producer. Keto Shimizu is writer and executive producer.

“The Hunting Party” is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

THE HUNTING PARTY -- Season: 1 -- Pictured: Sara Garcia as Jennifer Morales -- (Photo by: Lindsay Siu/NBC) Sara Garcia

Jennifer Morales, “The Hunting Party”

Sara Garcia stars as Jennifer Morales, an intel officer and major in the Army, on the NBC drama “The Hunting Party.”

Ontario-born and Toronto-raised, Garcia applied and was accepted to one of Toronto’s most prestigious arts schools, the Etobicoke School of the Arts. When it came time for college, Garcia chose to attend the renowned Queen’s University, where she double majored in global development and theater.

Her first foray on TV was a role on FX’s “Man Seeking Woman.” Other television credits include CW’s “The Flash” and “Reign,” “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” Hallmark’s “Ride,” the USA series “Falling Water,” the SYFY movie “Stickman” and the action series “X Company” for the CBC.

Most recently Garcia had a leading role in the animated Netflix series “Unicorn Academy,” which garnered her a Canadian Screen Award nomination; a recurring part on Netflix’s “My Little Pony” franchise; Amazon’s “Gary & His Demons”; and the Apple TV/Dreamworks project “Pinecone & Pony.”

Outside of film and television, she has displayed her acting skills with major roles in two incredibly successful video game franchises, “Far Cry 6” and “Starlink: Battle for Atlas.”

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Days Transcript Monday, February 17, 2025

Posted on February 17, 2025March 1, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[suspenseful jazzy music]

[mumbles] I can’t– I believe they wouldn’t let me back on set. Like I was really going to make off with Kassanndra’s duvet cover. I have standards. When you get pink slipped, you stick to office supplies. [stolen supplies clatter]

[knock at door] [gasps] The cops.

It was not an admission of guilt. Those are all from the gift shop downstairs.

The gift shop? Did you buy me something?

Uh, sure. How do you feel about a high-end stapler? Boy, am I glad to see you.

[sighs] Well, I know you had a rough day, so I just wanted to stop by and give you a kiss.

Well, I’m not going to say no to that. [tender music]

Happy Valentine’s Day.

Happy Valentine’s Day to you.

[Steve sighs]

[chuckles] Happy Valentine’s Day, sweetness. And happy anniversary.

I cannot believe that you let me think that you forgot.

I wanted to surprise you, baby.

Surprise me?

Yeah.

This is more like a trick.

Oh, OK. Yeah. And I know you were mad. But you did say you forgive me.

Mm, mm, mm. No, no, no, no, no. I said I guess I could forgive you. [Steve scoffs] which means that I am still miffed. And I’m not really, really quite there yet.

OK. I get it.

Mm-hmm. So I think that you have to figure out how you’re going to make it up to me.

[sighs] Right.

Mm-hmm. And how are you going to do that? [suspenseful jazzy music]

I’m not telling.

Oh. [Steve chuckles] Another surprise, huh?

[chuckling] Yes.

You always just love keeping me in suspense. Don’t you?

I do. [Kayla inhales deeply]

I wouldn’t want you to change anything.

[sighs] Don’t make that face. [sighs] [tense cymbal roll] [suspenseful music]

Holly?

Doug? Uh– [Holly gasps]

Mrs. Choi is finally on board with us putting the baby up for adoption. So all we have to do is find the right couple. [soft tender music]

Maybe you just did.

Wait. I’m sorry. What are you talking about?

We’re talking about us. What if Johnny and I adopted your baby?

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

[tender music]

Are you–are you serious?

Well, we’ve been talking about having a baby. We actually just came from an appointment with Aunt Kayla.

Yeah, and she said that it’s pretty risky for me to get pregnant right now for both me and the baby.

So sorry.

Yeah. Thanks. It was kind of a blow. But Johnny and I were just sitting here talking about how we both really want to be parents.

And discussing our options.

And then you showed up and you’re looking for someone to adopt your baby.

And it kind of just feels like it’s meant to be, you know?

Doug, what are you doing here?

Julie asked me to run an errand for her. I-I didn’t expect you to be here. [Holly sighs] But you obviously weren’t expecting me either.

Yeah, well, it’s Valentine’s Day. Tate was going to make me dinner. He was supposed to be here, like, an hour ago.

Ah. Well, it looks like you have quite the night planned.

[scoffs] This? No, I–I was just trying it on. I–

Oh, no, no. I didn’t mean–

I was going to take it off before he even got here, so–

I just– I just meant that, uh… you look nice. [soft dramatic music]

Well, this was very, very sweet.

Well, I figured that you need a palate cleanser from your crummy day before we head out. [Leo gasps]

I forgot to make dinner reservations for tonight. With, you know, with all the work drama.

Hey, that is totally OK. You just lost your dream job. You get a lot of leeway right now.

Oh, yeah?

Mm-hmm.

How much leeway?

One month anger, one month self-pity. But then by Memorial Day weekend, I’m going to need you back because we have that trip to Provincetown, remember?

Yeah, all right. It’s a deal. I did plan ahead and I got you something, though.

[snaps fingers] Oh, no, no, no, no, no. You first. [Leo chuckles] It is just a little something that we sell at Gabi Chic.

All right. Let’s see.

“If you don’t have anything nice to say, come sit by me.”

I saw it and I thought of you.

It’s right on the money. And it’s so thoughtful. Thank you.

Well, it goes both ways. Whatever you’re feeling, you come sit by me and share it.

You’re not going to go running for the hills?

I am not going anywhere. [tender music] [soft dramatic music]

There. What do you think?

It’s perfect. If I do say so myself.

[chuckles] Well, I hope I was half as successful with your little gifty.

From Saxton’s?

Mm-hmm.

Leo, this is gorgeous.

Well, I have exquisite taste.

Well, thank you. But this must have cost a fortune.

[sighs] I was making head writer money at the time.

Well, let’s return it.

For store credit? No. No. I wanted to do something nice for you while I could.

I’m sorry. I can’t believe that the network didn’t bring you along when they picked the show up.

Yeah. It’s their loss, though. I am choosing to view this as a positive for me. My future is wide open. Even if dinner reservations are not.

Hey, that is totally OK. I wouldn’t mind just ordering room service and turning on the TV and seeing who wins.

Oh, yes, yes. The “Drag Race” semi-finals, of course. You know, I know it’s a holiday and all, but I was worried about not watching them live.

“Drag Race”? No, no. [laughing] I’m talking about the big game. [suspenseful jazzy music]

What big game?

Uh, you said you were helping Julie run an errand? Is there anything I can help you find or–

Right. So I can get out of your hair.

I did not say that.

You didn’t have to. [Holly chuckles softly] As soon as I find this book, I’ll be on my way.

Which book are you looking for?

A book that my grandfather gave to Julie for Valentine’s Day one year. She thinks she left it here last April during that blizzard.

Mm. Yeah, I remember. That was nuts. Well, feel free to look around.

Sweet. Thanks. And that didn’t take long at all. Here it is.

Let me guess. A book of love poems.

Ding-ding.

[chuckling] Seriously? I was joking. Wow, that’s really sweet.

Yeah. Julie said my grandfather wrote a song just for her and stuck it inside this book.

[sighs] Aw. They were something else. God, I hope I’m that head over heels in love when I’m their age.

I know. Way everyone tells it, my grandfather was a hopeless romantic. [Holly chuckles] [soft dramatic music] Guess we have that in common.

Wow. You’re right, it does kind of seem like it is meant to be. Are you two sure about this?

Yeah. I mean, it makes sense, right? Like, you could tell Mrs. Choi that the baby’s going to stay in the family since you and I are cousins.

Yeah. Or are we coming on too strong? Or, you know, maybe this is a little too close for comfort for you two. Or, I don’t know, maybe you have somebody else already in mind.

No, no, no, no, no, no. Sophia and I have searched high and low for a couple that her mom would approve of. And we’ve had no luck.

Has she already shot down a few people?

Not exactly, but her family’s religious, so that’s definitely a factor. We thought this couple from her mom’s church was on board, but they backed out.

So she won’t let anyone adopt the baby who isn’t a part of her church or doesn’t practice the same faith as her?

I don’t exactly know what her parameters are, but the only way we could convince her to let the baby be put up for adoption was if it was by a couple with good Christian values.

Hmm. Good Christian values, huh? [soft tense music]

[imitates flying sound] Thank you.

I hope you don’t mind, baby. It’s not very fancy.

Mind? Are you kidding me? This is my favorite thing in the whole world.

Yeah?

Being with the man of my dreams with a big glass of wine. It’s heaven.

You’re heaven.

Mm, yeah? [Steve smooches] Oh, are you crazy? Is that my favorite brie?

Yeah. The one that’s always sold out.

Have I not taught you anything? You always lead with the brie.

Oh, OK. [Kayla sighs] Well, you can thank Stephanie, too, because she helped me track it down for tonight.

Oh. [somber music]

What’s the matter, baby?

Mm. Just reminds me of what my mother used to always say. You’re only as happy as your least happy child. I mean, Stephanie should be out having a special night with a guy on her Valentine’s Day, not helping her parents wine and dine each other.

Well, how do you know she’s not?

Well, I mean, I do know that there was something brewing with her and Alex Kiriakis again. And I didn’t want to pry. But she did say that they were having trouble trying to make it work.

Well, I suggest you should pry more often because it’s the only way we can get our kids to tell us anything.

[scoffs] What do you mean?

Stephanie told me that she and Alex worked it out. As a matter of fact, they’re having dinner tonight.

Hmm. Hmm. [soft jazzy music playing]

Sorry to keep you waiting.

Mm. Well, you are worth the wait.

Happy Valentine’s Day.

Color me shocked, but I had no idea there was a big game, let alone one that you’d be interested in watching.

It’s the Longhorns game. Sorry, sometimes I forget that I’m not in Texas anymore. [Javi chuckles]

Is that football?

If it were Thanksgiving, maybe. [laughs] It’s basketball season. My dad and I used to watch every Longhorns game. You didn’t grow up watching sports?

Not if I could help it. But if I had to, I was way more interested in the cheerleaders. No, no, no. I’m totally gold star. I just cared more about the choreography than the actual games.

See, I actually did care about the games, especially during March Madness. My father and I used to fill out our own brackets and then we place bets to see who can beat each other. And if I won, I’d get 10 bucks. And then if I’d lose, I’d have to, you know, clean out the garage. [both chuckle]

How did that shake out?

The garage was spotless. [laughter] But I didn’t care. Watching the games with my dad, hearing him yell at the TV, I felt close to him. [sentimental music] Which is why I was worried telling him that I was gay and it would change everything, which is why I waited as long as I could.

And what did he say when you told him?

He said, that’s nice, son, but you still have to clean the garage. [laughter]

My god, it must have been such a relief.

It was. And nothing changed between us. When I told my mom, that was a whole other story. Nothing was ever the same between us again. [somber music]

A first date on Valentine’s Day?

Well, I wouldn’t exactly call it a first date. But yeah, looks like they might be diving right into the deep end.

Well, you know what? I’m really happy for Stephanie. I mean, I know how worried she was that it couldn’t work out with Alex because of Joy Wesley.

Well, apparently he was finally able to end things with her.

Well, I’m sorry for her. But after everything that Alex and Stephanie have been through, I think they need a second chance. Wouldn’t you agree?

Listen. I’m happy she’s happy. But Alex? Look, I know I sound old-school, but he’s a notorious player.

I have heard that he has mellowed over the years.

I just don’t want to see her get hurt again.

I know. Listen, I would be lying if I said that I am completely on board with the two of them getting back together. But they’re young. And how do you grow older and wiser if you don’t make some mistakes?

Yeah, well considering all the times we foolishly broke up… I guess we must be really wise.

[chuckling] Right. Oh, yeah, our wisdom is infinite. No, I’m just saying that look at us. We overcame our issues. And it made us stronger and better, right? I just hope the same thing happens for them.

Just wait. [tender music]

Mm.

Ah.

Montrachet.

A ’93.

[gasps] Is that a good year?

Oh, a very good year, according to my mother.

Ooh. [soft jazzy music playing] [glasses clink]

Mm.

Mm?

That is incredible. I mean, but then again, I’d be happy with 2 Buck Chuck. I’m not much of a wine expert.

I wouldn’t say I’m an expert either, but my mother did insist that I learn about all of the best French vintages. One summer as a kid, she took me all over the country. We must have hit every single vineyard this place has to offer. It was like a field trip.

Well, I hope not a grade-school trip.

Mm. High school, technically. But they’re a little bit more permissive there. Although I know my father wouldn’t have been thrilled.

Oh, wow. Where did Justin think that you and your mom were going all over France?

Euro Disney.

[laughs] No.

Mm-hmm. Yep, he said, just make sure you take him to the Louvre. That’s it. You take him to the Louvre is what he said. You make sure he gets his culture.

Wow. Well, you certainly got that.

I did, yeah. So we went to the Louvre, obviously.

Mm-hmm.

Then we hit all the best restaurants. My mother, she would order these six-course tasting menus.

Wow. Not a bad way to spend vacation.

Yeah. Beat getting a lifeguard job, that’s for sure. [both chuckle] I think my mother just– she viewed it as her duty as a parent to show me the finer things in life. Although, time to time, I do wish she had a little bit more of a conventional approach to her parenting.

But there were upsides, too.

Mm.

And I’m not just talking about how this wine didn’t come out of a box. Without her, you wouldn’t be who you are today.

Mm, I guess– I guess not.

We wouldn’t be here together. So for that, I’m grateful. I’m grateful for her, too.

Me, too. [glasses clink]

Listen, I still have to talk to Sophia. Can we get back to you two?

Yeah. No, yeah, of course. Do you need a ride somewhere?

No, no, no. I’m all set. I was supposed to meet Holly at the Horton cabin over an hour ago.

Oh. Big plans for Valentine’s Day?

You know, something like that. [Chanel laughs] But thank you so much. I mean, this could be really, really amazing. Not just for me and Sophia, but for you two and the baby. You two would be really great parents. [soft dramatic music]

Thanks, Tate. That means a lot.

I’m sorry that I have to rush out. The cell service at the cabin sucks and Holly’s probably wondering where I am. And I just hate the idea of her sitting there all alone. [suspenseful music]

Any good ones in there?

They’re all pretty romantic. And earnest. It’s pretty amazing that someone can write about how deeply in love they are and not feel self-conscious about it.

Yeah. Well, maybe that’s why people write poems. They put into words the things they can’t say in real life.

Yeah. Maybe.

Do you have a favorite?

Yeah, this one stood out to me. “Ode on a Grecian Urn.”

“Beauty is truth, truth, beauty. That is all ye know on Earth and all ye need to know.”

Wow. [Holly chuckles] So you’re not some poetry novice.

It’s just one of my favorites. [soft upbeat music]

Then I hope someone writes you a little inscription in a book like my grandfather did for Julie.

“When I first saw you, that’s when I knew the truth. “You are the most beautiful, wonderful thing I’ve ever seen. And that’s all I ever need to know.”

Wow. Talk about big feelings. That’s pretty romantic.

Yeah, it is.

And I feel the same way about you.

[peaceful music] [whistle blows on TV]

Now, why did that just happen?

The ref is calling a penalty ’cause the other team was traveling.

Right. That’s bad?

[chuckles] Yes, that’s bad.

You know, rules aside, I get why you like this game. Bunch of sweaty men running up and down the court wearing those cute, little shorts. Maybe next Valentine’s Day, I’ll get you a pair of those. [tender music] You know, not to jump ahead to next year. I know that this is new.

Sounds like a plan.

I’d better start thinking about what to get you next year, too.

Mm. This brie is so good. [both chuckle] I can’t stop eating it. You know, don’t even bother ordering dinner.

I’m not. It’s a text from Tripp.

Oh. Something wrong?

No, he’s just wondering if I’ve heard anything more about his mother.

Still no word on Ava, huh?

Well, not since she told Brady that she was going to Hong Kong. She left him a voicemail right after that. I sent that out to have it analyzed. Might be a dead end. [somber music]

You know, do you think maybe it’s possible that she just wanted to extract herself from Kristen and Brady’s drama?

And use Wendy and Tripp as an excuse? Yeah, I’ve considered that. But that would be the best-case scenario. Worst case, something is really wrong. So I need to get to the bottom of it for Tripp.

Course you do. Because you are a good dad.

You know I’d do anything for my kids.

Yeah, I do.

So that was kind of, um… [chuckles] Unreal.

Yeah. I mean, we went to the hospital hoping I could get pregnant, and we came home possibly adopting a baby.

Yeah, listen, I, um, I hope it was OK that I suggested that to Tate. I just–when we both looked at each other, it felt like we were… absolutely on the same page.

Oh, yes. Yes, we were, 100%. But I think we kind of just blurted it out. And now that the adrenaline is starting to wear off, um, I’m wondering, should we really do this? Should we really adopt Tate and Sophia’s baby? [soft dramatic music]

Doug, I–

I’m sorry. I–I can’t believe I just said that.

Yeah, I can’t believe it either.

When you came over on Christmas Eve, the moment I saw you, I just– I don’t know how to describe it. My heart just skipped a beat.

I had no idea.

I’m such an idiot. Oh, man. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just please rewind five minutes and just act like that never happened?

Actually… I don’t think I can.

Oh, I’m so, so sorry I’m late. But you are never going to guess who– I just ran into. Unexpectedly. [tense music]

Tate, you’re here.

Yeah, sure am. So’s Doug. [soft tense music]

Uh, Doug didn’t know we had plans today.

No, I, uh, I didn’t mean to crash. Julie just asked me to come pick up this book for her. And now that I have it, I should probably get going and let you guys enjoy the rest of your Valentine’s Day. So I’m going to take off. And you guys have fun. [Tate sighs]

Are you OK?

What? Yeah. No–uh, yeah. I just was spooked, like, twice today when you came in. And then when Doug came in, I practically jumped out of my skin. Anyway, what took you so long? Was the grocery store, like, packed or what?

Yeah, it was actually my second time there today, after I went to the hospital. Sophia had a little bit of a scare.

Oh, my god. Is she OK?

Yeah, everything’s fine. But that’s not the only good news. I might have found the perfect couple to adopt the baby. [tender music]

Is this about Tate and me, you know, being related? Because if that’s too weird, I totally get it.

No, no, no, no. It’s not about that. OK? If the baby were Tate’s or some random stranger’s, I would love any child that we brought home. And I know you would, too.

Yeah? So what do you think? [Chanel sighs]

It’s just that I’m worried that we may be setting ourselves up for another big disappointment. You know, if, you know, what Tate is saying about Mrs. Choi is true, then she seems very intense. And I don’t know. Would she really be willing to cut all ties with his baby, or is she going to be looking over our shoulders for the rest of our lives?

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, that certainly could complicate things.

And that’s ifshe even approves of us. I mean, she would want us to have good Christian values.

And?

Well, I’m just– I’m wondering, do we have those? [soft jazzy music playing]

What?

Nothing.

I just think it’s funny you went with the burger at a place that’s known for its filet.

Oh. Well, they’re also known for their burger.

Mm.

They make it with three kinds of cheese.

Mm?

You’d know that. If you weren’t so snobby.

Me? Snobby?

You spent your summers wine-tasting.

Ah.

In French vineyards.

Touché. [Stephanie chuckles]

You know, your mother’s not the only one who cultured their kids.

Mm.

My mom taught me how to make a great burger.

Dr. Johnson, a burger expert?

Mm. She is a Brady, after all.

Mm.

But don’t get her started on chowder.

Mm.

She’ll never admit any are as good as my Uncle Roman’s. [Alex chuckles]

So does that make you a gastropub connoisseur too?

Eh.

Eh?

I, uh, I had to catch up on a lot of family lore when I moved to Salem.

Mm, right. I keep forgetting that you didn’t grow up here either.

Mm-mm. No, my mom raised me in LA.

Mm.

She was working a lot. So she didn’t exactly take me on tours of wineries.

Mm-hmm.

Like you were doing. But, uh, we did go to Magic Mountain a bunch, though.

Nice. I’ve never been.

[gasps] And you claim to know the finer things in life?

Mm.

Oh, my god. We used to go once a month.

Wow.

Yeah, she would tell her colleagues not to page her unless it was an absolute emergency. And she was very clear about what constituted one.

Mm. [soft jazzy music playing]

It was us against the world.

Was it hard? Growing up without your dad? [soft dramatic music]

Hmm.

My mom went out of her way to make sure I knew how loved I was. And how much my dad was loving me from afar. Growing up, I– I always felt like he was watching out for me. [chuckles softly] It was nice.

But of course, nothing compares to having him in my life for real. And to be here with the whole family in Salem.

[sighs] Still, I, um… I wouldn’t change a thing about how I grew up, either.

That’s because those experiences made you who you are.

Exactly.

Exactly. I’m grateful that your journey brought you here too.

Ah, so much for the wine. [Steve chuckles]

There’s a bottle of white in the fridge.

You always come prepared, don’t you?

Mm.

Oh, but wait a minute. Before we open the wine, I got something for you.

[gasps] You didn’t.

Mm-hmm.

You didn’t get me a gift, did you? After all this?

Sure I did, baby.

Well, good, because I got you a gift, too.

Oh.

Yup-up-up-pew! together: Happy anniversary! [Kayla chuckles]

No way. Did you?

Did you?

We’re so simpatico.

[chuckling] Oh, baby, come on. Yeah, swap. Wow.

Wow. [crowd cheering on TV]

Why’d they just pass to him? There’s like a million guys guarding him! – Tira la pelota! Come on! Yes! Yes! Yes! Shoot it! Shoot it! Shoot it! Yes! Yes!

Ah! We just took the lead!

We?

Yeah, “we.” Got a problem with that? [tender music]

Not in the slightest.

God, that was sexy.

Oh, you still thinking about all those men in shorts?

No, dum-dum. I’m talking about you. Seeing this side of you, feeling very, very close to you right now.

[soft dramatic music]

Mm, I think the game is back on.

What game? How about… we play a little one-on-one instead?

[Steve chuckles]

Oh, my goodness! Two tickets to Chicago Cubs opening day.

Can you believe it? My wife got me the same thing. [both chuckle]

Well, doesn’t she know you well?

Oh, she does. I love you.

I love you.

Mm.

Lucky.

Hey.

Hmm?

So what are we going to do with the two extra tickets?

Well, we could ask Stephanie and Alex to go with us.

OK. Now let’s celebrate.

Mm.

[soft jazzy music playing]

That looks amazing.

Really?

Mm-hmm.

Because this place is really known for their crème brûlée.

Oh, my god. [laughs]

Don’t let me hold you up. Take a bite.

No, no. After you.

[gasps] So chivalry isn’t dead.

Mm-mm.

Mm, how about we both take a bite at the same time on the count of three? Ready?

Ready.

One…

Two…

Three.

Mm-hmm.

Mm. Oh, my god.

What? [Alex chuckles]

Got a little–

Oh. Did I get it?

Not quite. [Stephanie chuckles] Here.

Much better.

Mm. [Stephanie laughs]

Look, no offense to Mrs. Choi, OK? But I don’t think sharing the same faith as her automatically makes somebody a better parent.

I know, I know. But it’s important to her. And she seems to be the one with the deciding vote.

Well, didn’t you grow up going to church every Sunday with your mom?

Yeah, I did. And I still go with her from time to time. Well, on Easter Sunday at least. [Johnny chuckles]

Well, that’s one point in our favor.

Yeah. [sighs] You know, I mean, I try to be kind to everyone and help the less fortunate. And so even if we’re not practicing one particular faith, I mean, we’re still good people, right?

Look, Chanel. I happen to think you are a very good person, maybe even the best person. All right? And whatever happens with Sophia’s mother, we will deal with it, all right? Together. I love you, Chanel.

I love you, too, John. [tender music]

I tried to give them every option to back out, but they’re serious. Johnny and Chanel want to adopt the baby.

Wow. [chuckles softly] I mean, are you sure it’s not going to be weird for you and Sophia still being that close to the kid?

No, no. We’ll make it work. Especially if they’re the best option for Mrs. Choi.

Yeah. Yeah, I guess.

Hey, I know what you’re thinking. But even if the baby stays in Salem, Sophia and I won’t be its parents anymore. So we’re not going to be bound together forever. You would be my priority. And our relationship with Sophia or anyone else, it’s not going to come between us again. [soft dramatic music]

Hey, Julie. I found the book. [somber music]

I’m such an idiot. Oh, man. I shouldn’t have said anything. You have a boyfriend. Can we just please rewind five minutes and just act like that never happened?

Actually, I don’t think I can.

Well, that would be really amazing if it all works out.

Yeah, I hope it does. [Tate inhales deeply] I don’t want to think about the baby anymore tonight. This night is supposed to be about us. Happy Valentine’s Day, Holly.

Happy Valentine’s Day, Tate.

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Days Opinions For The Week Of February 10, 2025

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Michele Johnson

Opinion Article

Joy from Days

You would never know that Paulina wanted to hire Jada as the police commissioner when she got rid of Rafe. Paulina acted as if she was on a mission to make Jada pay for the “crime” she thought committed. If she felt so strongly about getting rid of Jada, she shouldn’t have hired her in the first place. Paulina practically prosecuted Jada with little to no evidence. When the truth comes out, Jada doesn’t need to take the commissioner job back.

We want to applaud Joy for breaking up with Alex. She could have easily strung him along to keep him from being with Stephanie, but she chose to have self-respect for herself. We thought Joy was going to keep dating Alex so Stephanie couldn’t be with him. There have been plenty of times when people stay in relationships to keep people apart.

Speaking of Alex, Stephanie has become obsessed with Alex. She went from barely wanting to talk to him to be willing to quit her job for him. Also, she talks about him constantly as if she wasn’t with him before. You would never know she was the one who wanted to be friends when they first dated. They could be together now if she didn’t dump him to be with Chad. Fast forward and now she talks about him nonstop.

The writers wasted time with Body and Soul. If Abe and Kate were going to give up the show, they could have let it go to Los Angeles before. We understand people didn’t care for the story, but the writers could have kept it going. It gave Kate and Abe a storyline. If the writers took their time with the story. it could have worked. Now they will go back to barely being shown.

Why did it take so long for Seth to tell Kayla the hospital was closing? If he knew for months, why didn’t he say something? Also, why did he care if Bonnie sued the hospital if it was closing? You would think he would have said something sooner. With the hospital closing, where is everyone supposed to go when they are sick or hurt?

Jada brought her problems on herself when she got EJ fired. She should have known EJ would retaliate when she got him fired. Did she really think he would sit by and let her cost him his job? If she left well enough alone, she would have her job and not have to worry about being set up. We aren’t trying to make excuses for what EJ did to her, but she made it easy for him to set her up.

Kate and Abe from Days

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Days Nitpicks & Flubs For The Week Of February 10, 2025

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Michele Johnson

Nitpicks & Flubs

Jada from Days

Monday

-Jada could be heard talking to Belle while EJ was shown.

-Steve could be heard talking to Brady while EJ was shown.

-Kristen and the woman in white cried without any tears.

-Rafe screamed in the tunnels, but Jada didn’t recognize his voice.

-How was EJ able to bring Rafe to the Blake house without anyone seeing him?

Tuesday

-Stephanie could be heard talking to Kayla while Leo was shown.

-Joy’s flashback could be heard before it was shown.

-When did Bonnie make a miraculous recovery? The last time they showed her she could barely speak but now she’s seemingly better.

-Alex could be heard talking to Joy while Stephanie was shown.

-Kayla could be heard talking to Stephanie while Alex was shown.

Wednesday

-Kayla could be heard talking to Seth while Joy was shown.

-If Seth knew the hospital was closing, why did he care if Bonnie sued the hospital?

-Speaking of the hospital, where are the people supposed to go if the hospital is closed?

-Joy could be heard talking to Alex while Johnny was shown.

-Leo could be heard talking to Seth while Alex was shown.

Thursday

-Kristen’s flashback could be heard before it was shown.

-Why does everyone talk to a portrait out loud? You would think they would keep the thoughts in their heads especially since they are in open space and anyone could hear them.

-Arnold could be heard talking to himself while Kristen was shown.

-Sarah could be heard talking to Kristen while EJ was shown.

Friday

-Kayla could be heard talking to Steve while Holly was shown.

-Steve’s flashback could be heard before it was shown.

The music playing in Chanel, Johnny, and Kayla’s scene could be heard while Julie and Doug were shown.

Kayla from Days

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Days Transcript Friday, February 14, 2025

Posted on February 14, 2025March 1, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

Days of Our Lives Transcript

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Transcript provided by Suzanne and Thane

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft dramatic music]

That’s a wrap. You realize that we just now took our last order?

It’s been quite an evening.

Considering that most of the staff had the night off and we were down to one cook, I would say that Valentine’s Day at the new Doug’s Place was a huge success.

Happy Valentine’s Day, darling. [relaxed music]

Happy Valentine’s Day.

OK, you haven’t given me a Valentine’s Day gift since I was like ten.

Then I guess this is overdue.

Oh, you made me a blanket.

For the baby.

[romantic music]

[chuckles] Turn around.

Happy Valentine’s Day. [laughter]

Happy Valentine’s Day, my love. And happy one year wedding anniversary.

Wow, breakfast in bed.

Yes. How lucky am I? Wait, Cook had the morning off. Did you make this all by yourself?

Yeah. I had to wake up at the crack of dawn to do it.

Wow. I am afraid that I cannot enjoy this lovely meal.

What did I– did I mess something up?

Unless my charming husband enjoys it with me.

OK.

[laughs] You did good.

Good. That’s a relief. [sighs] You know, I know I haven’t been the most stellar husband lately, and I wanted to make it up to you. Plus two special occasions in one day is a lot of pressure.

Yeah, you know what, we didn’t think about that when we decided to get married on Valentine’s Day.

Yeah, well, my Uncle Steve and Aunt Kayla did the same thing, so I’ll have to talk to them and get some future Valentine-versary ideas. I’m sure my Uncle Steve does something romantic for Kayla every year.

Morning.

Morning, sweetness. Oh. [soft dramatic music] You looking for something?

Ah, yeah, yeah, the newspaper.

It’s right there.

Ah, so it is. [laughs]

Maybe you ought to get your eyes checked.

Yeah, I guess so.

OK, why don’t you grab some of that coffee I just made? I’m going to get dressed.

Did he forget our anniversary? It’s Valentine’s Day. [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

I can’t believe he wouldn’t even mark it on his calendar. Good thing I made plans for the two of us.

Hey, Mom.

Hi. What brings you here?

I have something for you.

Oh? What’s this?

I came up with some ideas for a campaign to save the hospital.

Oh.

I’m sorry that I couldn’t hold off the press any longer, but this fight isn’t over.

Thank you. And listen, I know that if anybody can drum up support, it’s my crackerjack PR daughter.

[laughs] Ugh, I just can’t believe the board would do this. Ooh, coffee. I might go snag a cup. [soft dramatic music]

Et tu, Stephanie?

Thanks, Mom. I can tell you put a lot of thought into that, but–

I know, I know it’s not really a Valentine’s gift, but I couldn’t wait six more months to give it to you.

Six months. It’s not a lot of time, is it?

Not at all. So we’d better start planning ahead.

Yeah, we’d better. Which is exactly what Tate and I have been doing, which is why we’re looking for a great couple to adopt the baby.

Tate, these are beautiful. You did not have to do all this.

Yes, of course, I did. This is our first Valentine’s Day together, and I just wanted to make it special.

But you’re already cooking me dinner at the cabin tonight.

Yeah, but, like, don’t expect, like, a gourmet meal. Like I said, my cooking skills are very basic, so–

Still. Well, now I feel bad. I didn’t get you anything.

No, don’t. I’m just really excited to spend some time with you tonight.

Alone?

Yeah. And we can totally just play Connect Four if you change your mind about our–

Mm-mm, no, I’m not going to change my mind about that. I can’t wait to be with you tonight. [tender music]

Wait, is this my recipe?

[laughs] Well, what other recipe could compare? I hope I did it justice.

It is ten out of ten. You know what? Maybe I should hire you.

Well, I am out of a job now that “Body & Soul” has moved to LA.

Are you really sure that you do not want to move with the show?

Yes, I’m positive. Like I said last night, I could not be more excited about starting a family with you here in Salem. That was our plan, you know, before “Body & Soul” and all the chaos that came with it. And now that our marriage is finally back on track, I’d really like to just focus on the two, soon to be three, of us, hopefully.

Um, about that. I know that I was the one that suggested it last night, but– [soft dramatic music]

What is it, Chanel? Are you having second thoughts?

No, I really am ready to be a mom. It’s just that, um, well, there may be a problem. [dramatic music]

Happy Valentine’s Day, Julie.

Oh, red roses. Are those for me?

Who else?

Oh, thank you. Red roses were your grandfather’s favorite flower. And I was just– I was just remembering a very wonderful Valentine’s Day that we spent together.

Really? Well, I would love to hear about it, as long as it’s PG-13, please.

Please, please, come sit down. I’ll tell you. It was a Valentine’s night, and his nightclub was absolutely slammed because half of the staff did not show up. So Doug decided, I’m going to be the chef, and I will serve my speciality. And he brought out this huge platter of buttered noodles. [laughs] And everybody loved him for it. And it was so much fun. You know, your grandfather had this gift to bring joy up to the maximum.

So I’ve heard.

Yeah.

But I didn’t know you guys owned a club.

Oh, yeah, for years. It was called Doug’s Place. That’s where your grandfather, Robert, used to sing.

Really?

Yeah.

Do you guys still own it?

Alas, no, we don’t. He turned it into a restaurant, and he gave it to me, and he called it Julie’s Place, and we had some wonderful memories there too. It’s gone. [chuckles]

Well, maybe you can open a new club in his honor.

What a lovely idea. No, sweetheart, it would never be the same, not without my darling Doug. [tender music]

Sophia, we talked about this. I will never approve of my grandchild being given away to strangers.

But what if they weren’t strangers, right? What if you got to meet them and get to know them. We could find a perfect couple with Christian values and then invite them over for dinner.

So after one dinner, I’m supposed to say, “Sure, go ahead and raise my grandchild.”

We could have as many dinners as you like.

[sighs]

Or maybe we’ll find a couple that you already know.

Like who?

Well, I have been talking to Greg and Ellen Yu. [soft dramatic music]

Really?

Yeah, you like them, don’t you?

Sure, I like them. They’re both successful Korean doctors, dedicated members of our church. They said they’re interested in adopting?

Yeah. But they changed their mind. But we’re going to find another couple just like them. You know, a perfect couple who’s really going to give this baby the best life possible.

Don’t you think that the best life possible would be with his or her biological parents?

No, I don’t. And we’ve talked about this so many times, Mom. Tate and I, we’re too young to have a baby. And we aren’t even together, so it’s just going to be a disaster.

Mom, would you still love me if I wasn’t biologically yours?

Of course.

OK, so then why is it so difficult to imagine another couple loving this baby? Like, there are plenty of couples who can’t get pregnant but who want more than anything in the world to be parents. This could really be the baby that somebody’s been praying for.

Please, won’t you just consider our plan?

I can’t wait to be with you. I just want to make sure that you don’t feel pressured. I know this is a big deal for you. And so–

But it’s not a big deal for you?

Oh, no, no, no, no. Of course, it is. It’s a really big deal for me.

No, I get it. You’ve been there, done that already, so–

No, Holly, Holly, that is so not what I meant at all. I know it sounded like that, but–

I’m sorry. That came out harsher than I meant. What I really meant is I just wish things had been different, is all.

Me too. But I’m going to make this up to you, and I want tonight to be perfect. And it will be, because I’ll be with you, the most kind, beautiful, creative…

Mm, keep going.

Hilarious, brilliant, uh, fashionable, stunning, hot…

[laughs] OK, you can stop now.

I have all day. I can keep going.

You can stop. You can stop. [laughs]

This is going to be great.

Mm-hmm.

It’s going to be a Valentine’s Day to remember. And I should go. I got to go to the grocery store and get all the ingredients for our amazing meal.

[laughs] Are you sure this isn’t too much trouble?

Yes. Trust me, you are so worth it. I love you.

I love you too.

Bye.

Bye. [laughs] [tender music]

Chanel, you worried that we’ll have another miscarriage?

Yeah. Yeah, I am. And, you know, on top of that, your Aunt Kayla said that once you have a molar pregnancy, you’re at risk for having another one.

She also said that the overall risk is very low. And we waited the six months like she recommended.

I know, I know. But it’s just– I’m really just not ready to go through that again.

I get it. And hey, it’s not like we got to rush right into this thing.

Yeah. I know, but, Johnny, I really am ready to start our family. So maybe we should see if we could get an appointment with Kayla, you know, just get her advice.

I think that’s a great idea.

Yeah?

Yeah. I’ll call her today.

So do you have any plans for today?

Nope, just work.

Hmm.

Hey, little sweetness.

Hey.

What a nice surprise. What’s the occasion?

Oh, no occasion. Just came to say hello.

OK.

Ah, well, I guess I’ll be off to work, unless you need me for anything.

Not that I can think of. [soft dramatic music]

OK, then.

Oh, wait, I almost forgot.

Yeah?

The situation at the hospital, I know it must be tough going to work knowing that it might close down soon, but, baby, you hang in there. I have a good feeling things are going to be OK.

Thanks. I’ll see you.

[laughs] I can’t believe she actually thinks we forgot your anniversary.

All right, come on, little sweetness. We got work to do.

Yeah, yeah.

Yeah. [laughter] It’s going to be great.

So good. [bright music]

I hope Mom isn’t too mad at us.

Well, you know, she could have mentioned our special day without me having to say anything, but she’s stubborn. She wanted me to say something first, which worked out great for our surprise.

Mm-hmm. This really is so sweet.

Mm.

Have you always been this romantic?

In a word, no. Did you ever hear the story of my first Valentine’s Day gift to your mom?

I don’t think I have.

That’s because she’s too nice to throw me under the bus. [soft dramatic music]

I’ve got something for you.

What’s that, a warrant for my arrest?

I don’t think so.

Well, what is it?

Well, open it and you’ll find out.

[grumbles]

It’s a Valentine’s message with a sentimental touch. This isn’t till tomorrow, you know.

Well, I know. I just thought maybe you need some cheering up today. I know it probably doesn’t mean anything to you. Valentine’s is just another day, sweetness. Wasn’t that right?

That’s right. Just another cold day in February. But it’s– it’s nice. I appreciate it.

You’re welcome.

Well, I guess I should go. Later.

Wait a minute, baby. You’re forgetting your Valentine’s Day present.

I’m going to need those back in a few years, baby. I’m going to need to use those.

Great. I love them.

You gave Mom wind-up chattering teeth?

Yeah, yeah. I told you I had a lot to learn about romance.

[laughs]

But, you know, she was a good sport about it. She actually got a kick out of that gift.

Yeah, well, something tells me she’s going to get an even bigger kick out of this one.

Yeah.

[chuckles]

Aunt Kayla, thank you for squeezing us in so last minute.

No problem. We’ve actually had quite a few cancellations. I think people have found out that the hospital is declaring bankruptcy.

Oh, no. So you’re losing patients already?

Unfortunately, yes. But I am still very hopeful. Obviously, this place means a lot to me.

Yeah. To us too.

That’s right. You got married here a year ago today. Happy anniversary.

Well, right back at you.

Thank you. Well, listen, I had a chance to go over your blood work.

And is it OK for me to get pregnant again?

At this moment, I’m afraid not. [solemn music]

I can’t even imagine how hard it must be for you, missing my grandpa, especially on holidays like this.

Well, not all the days of our lives bring red roses. Chad has convinced me I do not have to go through this alone, and I’m now in grief therapy with my good friend, Dr. Marlena Evans.

Wow, that’s great. I really hope it helps.

Well, there’s a famous saying that somebody famous said. “Grief is the price you pay for love.” I understand that you never get over the grief, but you get better at handling it, and I’m just not there yet.

Right. Well, I’m really glad that you’re speaking with Dr. Evans, but if you ever need anyone to just, you know, listen…

Oh, honey. How sweet you are. Thank you. I’m curious, did you buy red roses for anybody else in Salem?

Nope. Just you.

Oh. Haven’t met any nice girl or nice boy? I never assume.

Well, just for the record, it would definitely be a girl. But, no, I’ve actually– I haven’t had any luck, romance-wise.

That’s amazing. Good-looking young man like yourself.

[laughs] Well, if I’m being honest, there is one girl that I’m sort of interested in, but she’s with someone else, so… [soft dramatic music]

Oh, looks like somebody’s Valentine’s Day is off to a nice start.

Tate was just here with all this. You want to have one?

Have I ever turned down chocolate?

Not that I know of. And neither have I. [laughter] Uh, also, thank you, Grandma, for letting Tate and I use the cabin tonight. He told me you gave him the keys.

Yeah, he seemed pretty nervous asking for permission. Sounds like he’s got quite a romantic dinner planned.

Yeah, he does. I told him he didn’t have to do all this, but I guess he just wants our Valentine’s Day to be really special.

Mm. Well, dare I ask how special he intends to make it?

What do you mean?

Ah. Well, are you two planning to have sex tonight?

Well, Mom, say something. What are you thinking? Tate, this is perfect timing. I could really use some backup over here.

Is this about–

I just told my mom about the plan that we have to find an adoptive family she would approve of.

And are you willing to consider?

Listen, I understand that neither of you is thrilled about becoming parents.

[gasps]

Sweetheart, are you OK?

Is it the baby?

[gasping] [tense music]

This girl you have eyes for, does she know you’re interested in her?

No, no. I don’t really see a point in saying anything. She seems pretty committed to her boyfriend.

Hmm. Well, it’s good to be respectful of a relationship, but, dear, if you’re drawn to her, I think it’s good to be honest about your feelings. [soft dramatic music] You know, I was married to somebody else when I met your grandfather.

You’re kidding. Grandpa stole you away?

Actually, he was paid to break up my marriage.

I’m sorry, what?

Yeah, it’s a long story. And that’s– that’s a story for another day. Well, my marriage was a marriage of convenience, certainly not love. And in a very short time, Doug’s passionate feelings for me were quite genuine, and I responded big time. [chuckles] You know, I told you he was a singer. Around those years, he wrote a song for me, and he called it “Julie.” Then years later, he wrote out the lyrics, and he put them in a book of poetry and gave it to me on Valentine’s Day.

Wow. I would love to see those lyrics he wrote.

Really? OK, I’ll go find the book. [laughs]

Grandma–

No, look, look, look. I know the last person you want to talk about sex with is your grandmother, but your mom is embarrassed, and I believe this job falls on me. I just want you to know that I’m here for you.

I do know that.

And, you know, I know you’re at the age that you can do whatever it is you want, but I would like there to be an open and honest dialogue between us.

I appreciate that. And to answer your question, Tate and I, we– we are planning on being together tonight. [laughs]

Sophia, what’s wrong?

I just– I just felt a sharp pain all of a sudden.

Should we just take her to a doctor?

No, it’s fine. OK, it only lasted for a few seconds. So just tell us, OK, if this adoption plan is going to work for you.

Well, as I was saying, I think that one of the things that you guys need to–

[screams]

OK, we need to get her to the hosp–

[gasping]

Tate, can you please help me walk her to the car?

Absolutely, and I’ll follow you over there. Come on. It’s OK.

[gasping]

It’s OK. Just breathe. OK, let’s walk.

I really appreciate you helping me out with this, baby girl. So, uh, I guess you don’t have any Valentine’s Day plans of your own, huh?

Actually, I do. Alex is taking me out tonight.

Really?

Mm-hmm.

I thought he was dating that Joy Wesley girl.

He broke things off with her, and we’re back together now. Come on, Papa. Keep up.

OK, OK. That’s great. That’s great. I’m glad you took my advice.

What advice?

When you were moping around about Philip, I told you not to give up on love. Yeah. So I think I should get a little credit for that.

Oh, yeah. Your advice made all the difference, as it always does.

I’m not really sure you mean that, but I’ll keep giving it.

I don’t doubt that.

Well, enough with the advice. I have a question.

Shoot.

Did it have to be another Kiriakis? I’m just kidding. I’m really happy for you, Stephanie.

Thanks, Papa.

I’m sorry. I know– I know it’s not what you want to hear.

Kayla, I just– I don’t get it. You said that, last time we were here, that if we waited six months, we’d be OK to try again.

Yeah. Is something wrong?

It’s just that your hCG levels are high right now, which could signify a new tumor stemming from leftover tissues from your molar pregnancy.

Could it be cancerous?

Well, there’s no way of knowing until we do further testing. But even if so, I’m sure it’s a low-risk disease, something we can take care of in a short procedure. But still, I think that, well, you shouldn’t get pregnant for a few months so we can keep checking your hCG levels. [somber music]

OK, well, look, it just means we just got to be patient for a little longer, right?

Well, could this affect my chances of getting pregnant in the future?

I don’t think so. But like I said before, there was always a risk that you could have another molar pregnancy.

OK, well, I’m glad that we consulted with you. Otherwise, we could have tried again too soon. And now that we know that even if we wait, maybe we shouldn’t try again at all.

OK, I just have to fill out a few more forms, and then we can go home.

OK. Hey, I know that’s not the news we were hoping for.

Yeah. [somber music]

Look, it’s a low-risk tumor, all right? And we’re going to take care of it. You being healthy is what matters most.

Yeah, I know, I know. I just– I was really excited about us having a baby and starting a family.

Me too.

No luck?

No. No, the book isn’t where I usually keep it.

Do you remember the last time that you had it?

No. Wait a minute, yes, I do. I took it to the family cabin, and– golly, I must have left it behind in all the commotion.

What commotion?

Oh, my dear. I got snowed in with Johnny and Chanel, and then we nearly lost Chanel in the storm. And then her mother, Paulina, arrived driving a snow plow and totally radioactive.

[chuckles] You lead a very eventful life, Julie.

So it seems. [laughs]

I could listen to your stories all day, but why don’t I go get that book for you?

Oh, no, no, no. That’s too much of a hassle. You have to take a ferry. Half the time, the ferry isn’t even running. No, no, that’s too much. You don’t have to do that.

Julie, I’d be happy to. You’ve done so much for me, and I definitely owe you one. [soft dramatic music]

So you’re not going to try to talk me out of this?

This isn’t my first rodeo, sweetie. [laughter] No, your Aunt Sarah was– she was a teenager once. And believe it or not, so was I. You know what, I don’t believe I could talk you out of it, even if I could try. I– hey, I just want you to be prepared for taking such a big step.

We are. Tate has protection. And as he and I know all too well, we know it’s not 100% effective. So I actually started taking birth control pills a few weeks ago, you know, just in case.

Well, I’m glad of that. But the terms of being prepared, it also means emotionally. Honey, listen, the last time we talked, you were feeling very insecure that Tate had been with Sophia and not you.

I– well, I mean, I’d be lying if I said that didn’t bother me anymore, but, honestly, it’s not about that. Grandma, I love Tate, and I know he loves me, so this just feels like the right time for us.

Well, OK, then. [laughs] I just want you to be happy, sweetheart, because I love you, and I don’t want to see you get hurt.

I love you too.

Oh. [tender music] Oh. [chuckles]

OK, well, I probably should head to the cabin. Tate gave me the keys so I could go set up early there.

Right.

Grandma, thank you for being probably the world’s coolest grandma ever.

You’re most welcome. [laughter]

I love you.

I love you more.

Is the baby OK?

Yes, the baby is fine. I think what Sophia is experiencing is round ligament pain.

What’s that?

Well, your abdomen is expanding, and the ligaments are stretching, and, you know, it’s very common to have that pain.

Really?

Yes, it is. But let me go get you a pamphlet, and it’ll explain some ways to help with the discomfort, all right?

Thank you, doctor.

Of course.

Thank God the baby is OK. I was so scared.

I know. Me too.

I don’t understand. You say you want to give your child away, and yet you both seem to care so much about this baby.

It’s because we care that we want to give it away.

That’s what I’ve been trying to tell you, Mom. We just want what’s best for the baby.

OK.

OK?

If you can find the right couple and I approve, then–

Mom, thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Hurry, hurry. She’ll be here any minute.

Well, if she wasn’t mad already, she will be when she finds out you lied about twisting your ankle.

I had to make an excuse to get her to come home.

Oh.

Get ready.

Surprise!

[gasps] [together] Happy Valentine’s Day! [laughter]

I can’t– you did all this?

And happy anniversary, sweetness.

I can’t believe you made me think that you forgot.

Trust me, it was killing us.

Oh, right, right, right, right. I bet you just were rolling on the ground with laughter when I left.

Well–

[laughs] Well, I believe my work here is done. I will let you two enjoy your anniversary.

Thank you, beauty. Love you.

Thanks, baby girl.

Of course. [tender music]

I can’t believe you put me through all that.

Are you mad?

Yes. Maybe I could forgive you.

Yeah?

Maybe.

[chuckles]

Looks like I still have time before Tate gets here. OK. I guess I should try it on before he comes. OK.

How could I tell you, what can I say? You’re so delightful in every way. What are the words, dear? Where is the song? Life has a meaning since you came along. I know that without you, I’m nothing at all. I know if you leave me, I’m certain to fall out of this heaven I’ve found myself in, into the darkness of what might have been.

Knock, knock.

Maggie, what are you doing here?

I came to say Happy Valentine’s Day. Oh, darling. Wow, who brought you these beautiful roses?

Doug’s grandson.

Oh.

Douglas Williams III. And even as we speak, he is on his way to the Horton cabin to retrieve a set of lyrics that Doug wrote for me years and years ago.

Oh my goodness. That’s so kind of him.

Yeah.

But you said he was on his way there now?

Yeah. Why do you ask?

Well, I think he’s in for a surprise.

Don’t make that face. [door clicks] [soft dramatic music]

Holly?

Thanks again, Mom, for changing your mind about the adoption.

Well, you made a very persuasive argument. Plus, I saw how scared you and Tate were when you thought something was wrong with the baby. I realized that you weren’t just being selfish teenagers.

Thanks, I think.

What I’m trying to say is that your feelings about this do matter to me, so I will do my best to respect your decision. [tender music] I love you, Sophia.

I love you too.

Hey.

Hey, Tate. What are you doing here?

Sophia was having abdominal pain, so we needed to get her checked out.

Oh, my god. Is the baby OK?

Yeah. Yeah. Thank God it turned out to be nothing serious.

That must be a relief.

Yeah.

Good thing you were able to drive her to the hospital, though, you know, just to be safe.

Oh, actually, her mom drove her. She’s here too.

Oh. How is that? I mean, I know you mentioned there was some tension there, so…

Yeah, you know, actually things are starting to look up on that front. Mrs. Choi is finally on board with us giving the baby up for adoption, so now all we have to do is find the right couple. [bright music]

Well, maybe you just did.

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Days Transcript Thursday, February 13, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft dramatic music]

This might not have been what you wanted, Father, but it’s what the family needed.

Once we take over DiMera, you’ll see that forging that letter was for the best.

[glass shatters]

I know what you did. You lying, duplicitous snake. [dramatic music] [mellow jazz music]

Kristen, my love, is that you? [soft dramatic music]

[softly] Mother. It can’t be. You–

I’m alive, Kristen. Touch me. Take my hand. It’s really me. Dear God, I’ve missed you so.

Mother.

Oh. [laughs] [sighs]

After all these years, you’re alive. I mean, you’re really alive. I just can’t believe that–

Kristen?

Oh. Oh, Sarah. Hi. Sorry.

I–I don’t mean to intrude. I just– I wanted to see how you were doing. I heard that you had quite the mother-daughter reunion. [pensive music]

You know, I could get used to this.

Nice to see you’re making yourself at home.

Hey. [phone rings] [phone beeps]

Rita? No, Rafe did not escape. I moved him. Because there were far too many close calls, like Jada Hunter coming to the house. You don’t have to worry. I found the perfect place to stash him for the time being. Yeah. No one’s gonna find him here. It’s isolated, not a soul around for miles. [clattering] [tense music] I–I’m gonna call you back.

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

[knocking on door]

I’m kind of in the middle of something, Mom.

It’s your brother.

Oh. Come in.

Oh, you too busy for your mother but not for your brother, huh?

Well, you know, she’s kind of being a lot right now. And if she came in, I would never close up shop for the night.

Hmm. DA’s work is never done, huh?

Not in Salem, anyway.

[sighs] Well, I just– I just came by to say hi, so I have no reason to stay. I–I’ll go.

No, no. No, no, no. I know that look. What’s going on?

It’s Ava. I think something is really wrong. [suspenseful music]

Vitali, what on earth?

[grunts] Oh, EJ, you have to help me.

What are you doing here in Aremid?

Your bad-seed niece lured me here.

Rachel?

She wanted me out of the way so Mommy and Daddy could get back together.

That’s absurd. She’s 10. You expect me to believe she got the drop on you?

She had help.

Help from whom?

From me.

Who are you, and what are you doing here?

I could ask you the same questions. You’re trespassing in my house.

Your house?

EJ… this is Rachel Blake. Kristen’s mother.

Reunion? I– how did you–

Oh, it’s the–it’s the talk of the whole town. We’re all so relieved. That you and Brady found Rachel.

Right, of course. Yes.

And we’re all so lucky that she wasn’t hurt. It’s almost like somebody was looking out for her.

Oh, you have no idea.

Sorry?

Nothing, nothing. I’m just– listen, I’m really, really grateful for your kind words. I know how much you care about Rachel.

I always will. And I’m glad that, you know, everything worked out for the best.

Well, and for you too. I mean, it’s just wonderful to see you back on your feet. And the serum I gave you definitely worked miracles, didn’t it?

It did. But I guess the real miracle is that Xander didn’t have to hand over his company to you to get it. [tense music]

I don’t know what you’re getting at here, but I was just visiting Maggie.

Right. Another family member whose compassion you’ve exploited. Did you really think I wouldn’t find out?

What do you mean?

I have eyes and ears all over Titan. Your little game is over.

Look, man, we can talk–

You hired a private investigator to do opposition research on me?

What?

And you were stupid enough to use Titan funds to do it? As if I wouldn’t find out? Obviously, all this kumbaya brotherly love was a crock. You’re just trying to blackmail me out of dear old Dad’s company.

No, Xan. You’ve got it all wrong, and I can prove it.

Okay. This wasn’t you extending well wishes to my daughter. You’re obviously still holding a grudge over a little quid pro quo situation we found ourselves in.

Quid pro quo?

Mm-hmm.

Well, that’s a hell of a euphemism. This wasn’t a business transaction, Kristen. It was my life. You used my paralysis to try to extort my husband’s birthright from him. You’re damn right I’m holding a grudge.

You are such a hypocrite.

Excuse me?

You heard me, Saint Horton. Judging others when we both know that your beloved husband would do the exact same thing if the shoe had been on the other foot.

That is such a lie.

Mm.

Xander would never stoop so low.

Well, you know what? The only lie is the one that you’re telling yourself. Xander is as ruthless as I am. Yeah. And maybe even more so. [scoffs] [soft dramatic music]

I am done listening to your excuses.

Then don’t listen to me. See for yourself. I didn’t just stop by to visit Maggie. I wanted to drop that off.

What’s all this?

You can read, can’t you? Yeah, I did hire a private investigator, but I wasn’t digging up dirt on you. I was looking into the DiMera board members.

Then why did my assistant tell me that the investigator was asking questions about my past?

Like your time working with Kristen and Rolf? This was about her, not you. My PI is compiling a dossier of every voting member of the DiMera board, including Kristen. If we get leverage on any of them, we may be able to convince them to toss a couple votes our way.

Oh.

Yeah, “oh.” But I get why you jumped to the wrong conclusion. I should have asked you first.

Yes, you should have.

But it wasn’t a terrible idea. There is some good intel in here.

You’re welcome. I assume there was a thank-you in there somewhere.

What’s your takeaway from everything you found?

Uh, there’s not much we can exploit. Most of the DiMera siblings’ dirty laundry was already aired publicly.

Still, this dossier could give us a better idea of who we can flip. What about this guy, Peter Blake?

That’s Stefano’s adopted son, Kristen’s biological brother. I can’t imagine he’d turn on her.

Why not? Blood’s not always everything.

Case in point. But in this instance, Peter and Kristen have always been loyal to one another, especially after everything the Blakes went through together.

What do you mean? What’s the story there? [soft dramatic music]

Mm. No, that’s impossible. You’re not Rachel Blake. Kristen’s mother died decades ago.

Don’t assume you know anything about me or my family.

I am family. I’m Kristen’s brother.

You’re not my Peter.

This is EJ DiMera, Stefano’s son.

Oh. Well, if anyone would know about cheating death, it would be the son of the Phoenix.

If you really are who you say you are, how did you survive?

Long story. Would it suffice to say that “reports of my death been greatly exaggerated”?

Rachel Blake would have let her daughter know that she’s alive.

She already knows.

What?

I just witnessed the warm and fuzzy reunion between the two of them.

And why hasn’t Kristen said anything?

Because she decided to help her mother and her daughter keep me captive. But the jig is up, lady. And you’re going to wish that you were dead once the cops are done dealing with you. A little help here, EJ.

EJ’s not going to help you do anything. Not if he knows what’s good for him.

I know it’s been a minute since you’ve worked here, but you do remember the no smoking policy, right?

Yeah. Yeah, of course. I just–you know.

You just what? Hmm? Celebrating your victory?

Hmm. All right, let me guess. Paulina tell you the good news?

I’d hardly call you stealing my job from me good news. And no, I had to find out from Shawn because you didn’t have enough decency to tell me yourself.

All right, all right, all right. Look, let’s not make this any more difficult than we need to, okay?

Are you serious right now? EJ framed me, and my fiancé helped him do it. You took his money, and you dug up those false allegations against me.

Well, if EJ is framing you, he’s doing a hell of a job.

What is that supposed to mean?

It means the more you try and fight this, the more you’re just making trouble for yourself. Now, keeping those allegations that you’re accused of out in the public just makes you look worse. So, right or wrong, EJ won, okay? So maybe it’s just best for everyone if we just, um, you know, accept what happened and move on with our lives.

You know, if you really think that I am going to do nothing after EJ took my job and my reputation away from me, then you have lost your damn mind.

Okay, I mean, I get that Ava leaving town was abrupt, but I don’t think going to see Tripp is all that out there. He is her son. And she did text you about it.

Except that she’s not with Tripp.

What? What do you mean?

When I–[sighs] When I couldn’t reach Ava, Steve reached out to Tripp, and he had no idea that Ava was planning to visit him.

Okay. Well, maybe she was going to surprise him, and her flight got delayed.

No, I checked that out, too. And there was no record of her booking a flight to Hong Kong.

Huh. Well, I guess I can see why you’re concerned.

Yeah. I sent Steve the last voicemail I got from Ava. He thought maybe he could analyze it through the metadata, but– it might give us a clue as to where she might be.

All right, well, if anybody can get to the bottom of it, it’s Steve. You’ll find her.

I know. I know. I hope so.

You know what? I think all of this can wait until tomorrow.

Yeah?

I am yours for the rest of the night, whatever you want to do. And if I can distract you from fearing the worst, count me in. [claps]

Great. Let’s start with what’s going on with you and Marlena.

Oh, well, I wouldn’t even know where to start with that.

Really? How about when you slept with EJ? [suspenseful music]

EJ, don’t listen to her. Look, I know you hate me, but you cannot let this crazy lady keep me prisoner here.

I’d watch who you call crazy, young lady.

EJ, please. Please, you have to get me out of here.

Oh, save your breath. EJ is not gonna save you.

And you presume to know what I’ll do?

Yes, I do. Unless you’d like me to tell my guest here what really brought you here tonight to my home.

EJ… what is she talking about? EJ, answer me! What is going on?

I think you and I should talk privately, don’t you think?

No, no, no. EJ. EJ! You can’t let her– [muffled] EJ! Come on!

After you.

EJ! EJ! EJ! [screams]

You’re wrong about Xander. He is nothing like you. He doesn’t value money and power over people’s lives.

[chuckles] Do you truly believe that? Or do you just have to tell yourself that to, uh, sleep in bed next to him at night?

Not everyone is as delusional as you, Kristen.

Ooh! Okay, you know what? I’m a lot of things, but delusional I am not. I know who I am, sweetheart. Question is, do you know who your husband is? Because if he had the leverage over me that I had over him with that serum, you can bet your newly mobile ass that he would use it to go after DiMera.

Now, here’s what I think is for the best. You leave tonight, and you never tell a soul you found Ava Vitali in my home.

And if I don’t?

Oh, you’re gonna make me say it. I saw you stash a brawny gentleman upstairs. If you go to the authorities about Ava, I’ll just have to come clean about your special guest. I’m sure the Salem Police would love to know what you’ve been up to here in Aremid.

Are you really suggesting that I don’t push back on what EJ did to me? That I just take it lying down? That son of a bitch trashed my name and tanked my career!

All right, Jada, look. Listen to me, okay? After some time passes, this, uh– this scandal of yours won’t be front page news anymore. And then I can convince the mayor to hire you as detective. [tense music]

Working for you?

Well, yeah. Hey. Hey, hey, hey, hey. Come on. Don’t you see? Don’t you see, once that happens, we can go back to the way things were, both professionally and personally.

[grunts]

What did you do that for?

How dare you touch me after what you pulled.

I was trying to make it up to you.

Screw that, Rafe. And screw you, too. [soft dramatic music] Were you really that insecure about losing your job to me that you would align yourself with EJ just to take me down?

That’s not how it went.

The hell it wasn’t. You know, I am– I’m finally seeing things clearly now. And most importantly, I’m seeing you for exactly who you are. You are a vile, chauvinistic pig who is threatened by a Black woman in power. It’s like–like you’re a completely different person than who I thought you were.

You know what? You can keep this job, Rafe. And you can keep this, too. ‘Cause I don’t want either one of them. And I sure as hell don’t want you.

Know this, Ms. Blake. I don’t take kindly to threats.

Oh, no. No threat here. I’m just stating the consequences of your actions. You get to be the author of what comes next.

[chuckles] I won’t be pushed around by you.

[sighs] How do you not see that we’re on the same side? Kristen is my daughter. And you clearly see her as a sister.

She is, in every way that counts.

Then you must care about your niece, my namesake. I’m doing this for both of them.

Kristen wouldn’t involve her daughter in something so dangerous.

This is all my granddaughter’s doing. But when Kristen learned the truth, she realized what would happen to Rachel if Ava was released. Can you imagine the repercussions for her? They would send her off to psychiatric evaluation at best. At worst, she might spend time in a juvenile detention center. Is that the future you want for your niece? I mean, who deserves a second chance more, your niece or Ava Vitali?

[sighs] I see the hesitation on your face. Why? You clearly have no love for that woman in there.

[scoffs] Yeah, that’s one way of putting it. Ava kidnapped my mother once.

How cruel.

Yeah.

[gasps] Then we could view this as karmic retribution. Wouldn’t you agree that the scales have finally balanced?

[scoffs] Mom told you about EJ?

Mm-hmm. Oh, I got an earful.

Unbelievable! Salem’s top shrink is now the town gossip? God, it’s none of her business.

Well, she did walk in on you and EJ together. Makes it kind of hard for it not to be her business after that.

Okay, well, then she should take a lesson from you and knock first.

You–[grunts] You know what I’m not hearing? I’m not hearing, “You know, sleeping with EJ, that was–that was a very wise and healthy decision.”

[scoffs] I never claimed that it was!

Then what’s going on? Because what– is this a rebound thing from your divorce with Shawn? ‘Cause let me tell you something. You are allowed to have a one-night stand with someone other than your sister’s ex or the guy that tried to steal your brother’s baby.

Okay, okay, I get it.

You’re allowed to do that.

There’s a million reasons why EJ is terrible for me.

Exactly. So what’s your issue?

My issue is that despite all of that, there’s just– [sighs] There’s just this attraction between us. And don’t ask me to explain it because I can’t. It’s just that– it’s like he’s this– it’s like he’s this puzzle that I need to solve.

Oh, God. Yeah, this is worse than I thought. You have it really bad, Belle.

[sighs]

What do you not get? Xander became a better man for us so that he and I could be together. Whereas you– well, you won’t change for anyone, which is why Brady is with Ava instead of you.

Oh. You have sharper claws than I would have guessed. Okay. So maybe I was wrong. And maybe you’re not in denial about who Xander is. Maybe you’re becoming more like him. Hmm.

You have no idea what you’re talking about.

Okay, no, no, no. This is a good thing, really. Because you and Xander have to be in lockstep now that Philip is back.

What’s that supposed to mean?

Oh, come on. I mean, it’s got to drive Xander crazy insane that he has to split Titan with his brother. I mean, I’m sure he’s coming up with a million ways to push him out. [chuckles]

Well, for your information, things are going quite well between Xander and Philip.

Oh. Okay, great. [clears throat] You know, sticking to the company line. Oh, come on. We both know, us girls, we know that Xander isn’t one to share his toys, hmm? Especially not his half-brother who grew up with a silver spoon in his mouth. But I guess he really didn’t have a choice, did he, when Philip produced that letter from Victor?

Something I said?

I think we’re done here. I have to get home.

I am really glad that Rachel is back home safe where she belongs. Truly.

[groans] What the hell is with that girl?

So Stefano was close to Kristen and Peter’s parents? That’s why he adopted them when they died?

Uh, it’s more complicated than that.

It always is.

Rachel Blake, Kristen’s mother, wasn’t actually dead. She was hiding away in some spooky, old house in Aremid.

Is she still with us?

No. She did eventually die. She was caught in an explosion beneath the streets of Paris.

[exhales] Hell of a story.

You don’t know the half of it.

Still, I can see why Kristen and Peter would have each other’s backs.

If you ask me, most of the DiMeras are the same way. They usually can’t stand each other, but they’ve all been through the ringer.

Trauma bonding.

Exactly. They’ll double cross one another, but they won’t break ranks.

Which makes most of the shareholders dead ends. Tony, Chad, Stefan, Johnny, Sydney, Theo, Steven Hawk.

Maybe we don’t focus on the family. One of the company’s largest shareholders isn’t a DiMera at all.

Wei Shin? No, I doubt he’d even listen to our pitch.

I wouldn’t be so quick to dismiss him. He’s got to be holding a grudge against the DiMeras after what happened to his son.

Why? Gabi and Stefan had nothing to do with Li’s death.

No, they didn’t. But EJ and Melinda waited almost a full year to reopen the case. Li’s killer was walking the streets because EJ was too embarrassed to clean up his own mess. Speaking of, I should clean this up. Where can I find a broom and pan around here?

Ah–it’s fine. I’ll let the staff know.

No, the staff talks. Wouldn’t you rather Maggie not know we had a little dust-up?

Fair enough. Look, for what it’s worth, I’m sorry, Philip. I should have given you the benefit of the doubt. And as far as this mess goes, please let me give you a hand. It was my fault, after all. Plus, I bet Victor will get a kick out of seeing us work together like real brothers. Make the old man proud. [soft dramatic music]

Hey, Jada. Jada, hold on. Let’s talk about this.

No, I have nothing left to say to you.

Hey, are you okay?

No, I’m not. Can you get me out of here?

Yeah. Yeah, of course. Come on.

Just– what? What are you gawking at? Back to work, you mooks. [tense music]

[clattering]

Do I even want to know?

Uh, we were brainstorming. Got a little carried away.

But it’s getting late. I should get out of your hair.

Actually, Mom wanted me to ask you to stay for dinner.

That’s generous of Maggie, as always. But room service is calling my name.

No, you should stay. [tender music]

Really?

Yeah, really.

You are family.

Well, you don’t have to twist my arm.

Great. I’ll tell Cook that we’re expecting one more for dinner. [pensive music]

The glass? Brainstorming, or did you two get into a fistfight again?

Chalk it up to a misunderstanding. But I think we had a breakthrough. We’re on our way to being great partners. Maybe even brothers.

Oh. Good. I really needed to hear that after tonight.

What happened?

I had a run-in with Kristen DiMera. Got ugly.

Over what she did to you?

No. It’s about you and Xander. She kept going on about how my husband would never want to share Titan. And all I kept thinking was that maybe keeping this secret of yours isn’t such a good idea. Maybe it’s all for nothing.

You made the right decision for Xander and our family. Don’t let Kristen get in your head.

She almost did. But then Xander asked you to stay for dinner. And I know that probably seems like nothing, but that is a huge step for him. So if you two really did have a breakthrough, then it was all worth it.

The only way that this family moves forward is if Xander never finds out that Victor’s letter was a forgery.

You don’t think I see what you’re doing? You’re hoping to use my hatred for Ava to get me to go along with your twisted kidnapping scheme.

Ah, you’re one to talk about twisted kidnapping schemes. Or is that man tied up in the attic here of his own volition?

Fine. This is how it’s going to work, Mother Blake. I won’t say anything about Ava as long as you don’t say anything about the man upstairs.

That’s all I was proposing. Shall we shake on it?

Not yet. I have my interests here, true. But more than anything, I am doing this for Kristen and my niece. If anything should happen to Ava, I cannot do anything to protect them. I need your word that you are not going to hurt her, or the special guest upstairs, for that matter.

You have my word. Now do we have a deal?

[line trilling

Damn it. Where are you, Mother? I need to know that Ava is under your control. What is going on over there? [tense music]

[phone ringing]

Ah. Thank God you don’t drink, because I am definitely gonna need a designated driver tonight.

Wow. Your conversation with Rafe went that bad?

It was beyond bad. It was horrible. You know, he had– he had the nerve to tell me to just accept the way things are, to just let it go. Can you believe that?

No. No, I–really, I can’t.

Mm. Oh, and I told him. I told him. I told him where he could shove his damn advice, because I will never accept what EJ is doing to me. What Rafe is doing to me. And I told him straight to his face. I did. It’s like–I don’t know. It’s like he’s a completely different person. And at least with Bobby, you know, he at least had a mental illness. What’s Rafe’s excuse?

I don’t know. I mean, sometimes you just don’t know the people you love as well as you thought you did.

I know. I’ve had a few of those. [soft dramatic music] I don’t think we’re talking about Rafe anymore.

[sighs] It’s Belle. She slept with EJ again.

Seriously? I thought she had standards.

Yeah. I mean, not that it’s any of my business. She said that it was a one-time thing and that wasn’t going to happen again, but I don’t know. I’m just not sure I believe her.

Belle, what are you doing here? I’m sorry to say this, but maybe you shouldn’t believe her.

Brady, I love you to death. But if you think that I’m going to let you of all people question my love life, you–

I’m just calling it like it is, okay? You’ve been with Shawn for a long time, Belle, okay? And he’s always been true blue, Mr. Moral Compass. And now you’re hanging out with a guy who’s a little more dangerous– EJ.

Okay. I am not some teenage girl going after the town bad boy.

Are you sure about that?

[scoffs] All right, fine. Yes, maybe there is something very alluring about being with someone who’s completely wrong for you.

Ah. Preaching to the choir. Sis, I’ve been where you’re at. I’m still where you’re at. I have my lovely toxic DiMera sibling that I have to deal with that I just can’t quite quit. [soft dramatic music] It can be punishing at times. I just–I just– I’m just worried about you, and I want you to be careful, okay?

I will be. Brady, you don’t have to worry about me. When it comes to EJ DiMera, my eyes are wide open. [line trilling] [ominous music] [phone beeps]

Now’s not a good time. Whatever this is about will have to wait.

No, no, no, no. No can do, my man. I just had a run-in with Jada. Yeah, it got pretty tense.

That is neither surprising nor urgent.

EJ, listen to me. She said I was like a different person. She’s on to us!

Would you calm down? She doesn’t suspect a damn thing, and she won’t if you keep your mouth shut and do exactly as you’re told. Now, as I said, we will talk about this tomorrow. I have other pressing matters to attend to.

EJ!

Good night. [phone beeps]

Ah. I thought you had better phone etiquette than that. I couldn’t make out what it was, but– hmm? Who was on the phone?

No one important.

Here you are. Oh, come on, dear brother. What’s the matter? Hmm? Looks like you’ve seen a ghost.

In a manner of speaking, I have. We need to talk, dear sister.

About?

How I met your mother.

[gasps, exhales] [tense music]

Restraints are very secure, Ms. Vitali. You won’t be getting loose anytime soon. Allow me.

Where’s EJ?

Oh, he couldn’t stay. Places to go, people to see.

He just left me here?

I’m afraid EJ isn’t gonna help you, dear. Nobody is.

Nothing is more important than family. We agree on that much, right?

Okay, we’re all set. Dinner should be ready soon.

Can’t wait! I’ve been craving one of Cook’s gourmet meals for months now. I’ll have to thank Maggie.

Well, she’s thrilled that you’re joining us. Actually, she wanted to know if you want the staff to fix up a guest room since it’s already getting so late.

Maggie means well, but maybe we shouldn’t push our luck.

Oh, I don’t know. Look, I’ve been thinking about the DiMera family a lot, and they have way more bad blood between them than we do between us. And yet, unlike us, they remain a united front. So I’m thinking if we’re gonna try and take down DiMera, maybe we should take a leaf out of their book. [suspenseful music]

What do you mean?

Well, I was just thinking that until we successfully take over DiMera, Philip should stay here. Look, I know we’ve had our differences, but you are my brother. This is your house too. So why don’t you move back in?

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Days Transcript Wednesday, February 12, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[sighs] Can’t believe Mr. Russo gave us, like, 8 billion problems this week. Like, we all know he’s gonna be alone with his cat on Valentine’s Day, so why does he have to ruin it for the rest of us?

Valentine’s Day. Is that tomorrow?

[chuckles] Looks like someone’s forgotten.

No, I just–I don’t know, guess it must have slipped my mind.

Well, it’s probably too late to make a reservation somewhere, if that’s what you’re planning on doing.

I wasn’t.

So do you have other plans?

Actually, the only plans I have are with you. [soft music]

[light music]

Johnny, what are you doing here? I told you I was gonna get you from the hospital as soon as I could get away.

No worries, all right? Harold sent a car for me, so everything’s fine. Mwah.

OK. Well, how are you feeling?

I’m feeling much better, thank you. I advanced to eating a piece of toast with a little butter on it, which is very exciting.

Wow. Wow, that’s progress, huh?

Yeah.

God, I cannot believe that mental patient Nurse Whitley poisoned half the cast and crew of “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, all because she didn’t like the reboot.

Yeah, that was whacko, right?

Yeah.

Ugh, well, at least they put her on 24-hour watch at Bayview, so we know that that won’t happen again, right?

Oh, it definitely won’t happen again. Abe and Kate sold the rights to “Body & Soul” back to the network. The Salem reboot is dead. [dramatic music]

You want to move with the show to LA?

I mean, don’t you? It’s not like you have another job.

No, but I mean, you know, I got my whole family here in Salem.

Not your whole family, right?

My dad’s here. My Aunt Maggie’s here. I got a whole bunch of cousins and–

You want to stay for your cousins? Who, Philip? Xander?

All I’m saying, it’s a big move is all.

Right. Is this really about your family, or is this about Stephanie?

[chuckles] Stephanie? What do you mean?

I mean, she’s the real reason you don’t want to leave Salem, right?

I didn’t know you were so serious about acting.

No, it’s– it’s truly a calling.

Well, then I’m happy for you. Really, the best in California.

Thanks. You know, if you ask me, you should join me there.

I appreciate that. But, you know, my job is really here. I like it here.

Yeah, but, you know, I’m not sure it will be for much longer.

Excuse me?

Oh. I hate to tell you this, but the hospital’s about to declare bankruptcy.

Bankruptcy?

OK, what does this mean for the future of the hospital?

It means that Salem University Hospital will be shutting down for good.

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

Oh, Joy, I don’t know why you would think that.

I would think that because I saw you and Stephanie in the nurses’ station last night, kissing. But only yesterday, you were in bed with me, saying you wanted to spend Valentine’s Day with me. But now you’re trying to worm your way out of it, saying you’re worried I’m not feeling up to it.

[sighs]

Just admit it, Alex. You don’t want to go to LA with me because you see a future here with her. [dramatic music]

I don’t believe this.

Come on, Kayla. You know as well as anyone, the hospital has been struggling to make ends meet for some time now.

Well, yes, I knew that, but I didn’t know it was such a dire situation.

And what about the show? Wasn’t it–

Helping to keep things afloat? Yeah, it was for a while, but that’s over now, I mean, obviously. And so the board has decided it doesn’t want to invest any more money into a sinking ship.

A sinking ship?

But this is a wonderful hospital.

Yeah. It’s also a money pit. And I’m afraid that when Kate and Abe decided that they wanted to pull the plug on “Body & Soul,” they also pulled the plug on Salem University Hospital too.

[scoffs]

So many ideas. So many dreams that’ll never become reality. [sighs] To think I almost had Jennifer Coolidge agree to do a five-, maybe even ten-episode arc. Sure, she never responded to my DM, but I saw that she read it. Maybe those dozens of question marks were overkill.

[sighs] These deserve a better fate than some order pad at the Brady Pub.

You deserve a better fate too, Leo. You put your blood, sweat, and tears into this show. You were finally, finally getting the respect that you deserved. [sighs]

[sighs] Arrow, my handsome, handsome leading man, how I’m gonna miss you.

Hey, Mr. Stark.

Ay! Doug, you ever hear of knocking?

Oh, sorry. But you hired me to be your writer’s assistant. You told me to report this afternoon and be prepared to burn the midnight oil.

Right, I did. Sorry, I’ve been a bit distracted, to say the least.

So where should I begin?

Well, you can begin by… carrying all these office supplies out to my car and stacking them neatly in the trunk.

OK, sure. Are we going back to the Salem Inn to write?

No, we will not be writing anymore, period, from anywhere.

So you’re saying we do have plans for Valentine’s Day?

That’s what I’m saying.

Are you gonna tell me what they are?

No. No. Don’t you want to be surprised?

No. No more surprises.

[laughs] OK, then. All right. Fair enough. So tell me, where is our place?

Our place?

Mm-hmm.

I don’t know. I just feel like we’ve hung out in a lot of places, that’s all.

The Horton cabin.

Oh, of course. Yes.

Yeah, so I was thinking that maybe we could meet there and I would make us dinner.

And since when do you know how to cook?

I learned a thing or two when I stayed up there last summer, and I already talked to your grandma, and she gave me the keys.

Really, she did?

Yeah. Why wouldn’t she?

[laughs] I don’t know. I figured she might be concerned that we’d…you know.

That we’d what, play “Connect Four”?

Yeah. That and, you know… [light country music]

Actually, yeah, it did cross my mind that… maybe after dinner, we could… start a fire.

Yeah? And then what, tell each other ghost stories?

Whatever you want to do before we have to catch the last ferry home.

I think you know what I want to do.

Wait, the show is moving back to California?

Yeah.

Wow. Well, what about the cast and crew?

The network said that everyone from the Salem reboot is welcome to stay on– if they’re willing to move to LA, that is.

Wow. Wow. That is big news, obviously. God, I wonder how many people are gonna take them up on their offer.

I know Hattie has.

Uh-huh.

And that’s all I know of so far.

Huh. Well, what about you? [light music]

Well, that’s what I wanted to talk to you about.

Oh. Well… I think it sounds like a no-brainer to me.

Think about it, Johnny. Before the miscarriage, we were ready to pull up stakes so that you could take that film job in LA. We had flights booked. The bakery was up for sale.

And then we decided that we were better off staying here. OK, look, Chanel, we’ve been through so much the last couple of months. I just–I don’t want to rock the boat, OK? I want to focus on us…

Yeah.

On our marriage, on our future.

OK, and we can do that anywhere.

Yeah, I suppose, but I just– I don’t think we need the added complication of a move on top of everything else.

So what are you saying? You’re saying that you are gonna quit your job?

Yeah. I think it’s for the best. [light music]

[sighs] Johnny, is this really about our future, or is this about Joy Wesley? [dramatic music]

I heard you, Alex, telling Stephanie you didn’t want to break up with me just yet. You didn’t want to kick me while I was down.

[sighs] Joy, I am sorry. I did not want you to find out like that.

Oh, too late now.

I don’t get it, though. Why didn’t you just say something sooner?

Because I was hoping you would have the guts to tell me the truth. But clearly, since you’ve chosen to take the cowardly way out, I will save us both the time and the trouble. Alex, we are through.

Mom, I’m so sorry.

This can’t be happening.

Unfortunately, it is. And I figured I’d tell you now because, well, you might want to nab that Kassandra role while Bonnie’s still laid up.

Oh, my God, Seth, I’m not thinking about myself. I’m thinking about our patients, the staff here, the whole community. I mean, what if somebody doesn’t have transportation or they don’t have insurance or somebody goes into labor and they have to be driven all the way across town?

Believe me, Kayla, I’m as distressed about it as you are.

Oh, right. Yeah, yeah, yeah, I can tell.

I better go clean out my desk.

Ugh!

Oh, my God. Mom, are you OK?

No, I’m not OK.

What do you mean you’re not writing anymore?

Well, not for “Body & Soul,” anyway. I was just let go. Fired.

That’s–oh, my God. I’m sorry.

Yeah, me too. For you, I mean. Seeing as I’m no longer going to be writing, I’m not gonna be needing a writer’s assistant. And trust me, if I had any idea that this was happening–

It’s OK. It’s not your fault.

Still, I know you were counting on the salary or at least the meager hourly wage to buy back Julie’s necklace.

Leo, don’t worry about it. And I promise you, I’ll pay you back that advance that you gave me.

Well, I’m at least glad you’ve got free room and board with Julie.

Yeah.

What? What is it?

Nothing. It’s fine.

No, no. As young as you are, that was the “yeah” of the middle aged man who just lost his son’s college tuition at a craps table.

Fine, it’s just… I already gave the money to Holly.

To Holly? Oh, you mean–

The money that I owed her, yeah. But it’s OK. I’ll just–I’ll just ask her to give it back.

No, no, no, no. You don’t have to do that.

[light country music]

Holly, are you sure that you want to take things to the next level?

I am. And actually, I have been for a while. I mean, unless you aren’t, you know, with the whole Sophia situation. I get it.

No, no, no. I really want to, like, so bad. I just–I don’t know. I didn’t want to take things for granted. And I just– I didn’t want to assume that that was what–

It’s OK. You can assume. Tate, I love you, and I want to make love with you.

I want that, too, so bad.

[chuckles]

[clears throat]

Sophia.

Sorry to interrupt, but it’s kind of important.

OK. What is it?

I might have found a couple who wants to adopt our baby. [dramatic music]

Wait. So you found a couple? How?

Well, there’s this woman at my church, Ellen. And she actually used to be my Sunday school teacher. But her and her husband, Greg, they’re both doctors, and I know that they’re going to be amazing parents. [light country music] But Ellen’s been having a hard time getting pregnant, and I heard that they were thinking of adopting.

OK. Does your mom know them?

Oh, yeah, and she thinks that they’re, like, the perfect couple. So, you know, if she knew that the baby was going to a great home and raised in the church, then I really think she’s gonna change her mind about letting us put it up for adoption.

Wow. Wow. Oh, my God. That could be amazing.

Yeah. Yeah, it would be. And Ellen and Greg agreed to meet with us to talk about the possibility.

Awesome. OK, when?

Like, now, at Horton Town Square. I would say later, but you know I have to work the dinner shift.

Oh.

Go. This is important.

Sure?

Yeah.

Thank you for understanding.

Good luck.

All right, let’s go.

OK.

[sighs]

But why don’t you want me to ask Holly for your money back? I mean, now that you’re out of a job–

Well, look, I rode the gravy train while it lasted. I got while the getting was good. I can afford to be magnanimous.

But you, like, barely know me.

Yeah, but I gave you an advance. I’m not gonna now have you go back to this girl who you like, as in like-like, and ask for it back.

Holly?

Yeah.

No, no, we’re just– we’re just friends.

Right. Just friends, I’ve heard that before. I would like for you to consider this severance. Besides, I’m gonna need a tax write-off now that I no longer have any income.

Is that how tax write-offs work?

I don’t have the slightest idea.

Well, I don’t know what to say besides thank you, so thank you so much. That is very generous of you, Mr. Stark.

Mr. Stark. Do I look like a Marvel character? Which I’m glad I’m not, because I would be schvitzing up a storm if I was wearing that clunky metal getup. So do me a favor. Call me Leo.

I will, Leo.

And don’t let this get around. I have a cranky, curmudgeon-y, cheapskate reputation that I need to uphold.

Of course. Thank you, Mr.– I mean Leo. [dramatic music]

I am just shocked. No, no, no, I’m outraged that the hospital board would choose money and profits over the welfare of the people here. Oh, Tom Horton would just be rolling over in his grave.

Look, maybe it’s not a done deal. Hospitals go into receivership all the time. There could be another buyer out there.

Yeah.

Or maybe the board’s minds can be changed. I’m going to do a full-court press encouraging them to explore other options. And in the meantime, I’m gonna reach out to the hospital’s PR department, and I’m going to ask them to delay any announcements until we have given this our best shot.

OK. I appreciate your determination. I’m gonna get on the phone with the board members and–

No, no, no, no, no. Mom, Mom, you just rest. OK? Just focus on getting better. You always take care of me, so please, let me do this for you.

OK.

You know, Alex, I thought you were the one person, the only person here in Salem that I could count on to treat me with kindness and respect. But, God, was I wrong.

I never meant to disrespect you.

Of course you meant to. What do you mean? You thought I would be your side piece so nobody on set would know that you were with Stephanie.

No. What are you talking about? That’s not how it went down at all.

Then how did it go down, huh? How long has this been going on?

[sighs] A couple weeks ago, Stephanie mentioned possibly quitting her PR gig at the show and giving our relationship another try.

A couple weeks ago?

I just thought she decided not to go through with it.

So you’ve been thinking about this for two weeks and you decided not to say anything to me?

I didn’t want to hurt your feelings, Joy.

Right, or you didn’t want to get kicked out of my bed.

OK. All right. [sighs] Truth is, after everything you went through with Chanel and Johnny, I fell for you. This wasn’t some calculated decision on my part, Joy. I like you. I like spending time with you. I just–I didn’t realize that you thought it was something a little bit more serious.

Wow. How many times have you used that one before, Alex? ‘Cause with you, God, it sounds so natural coming out of your mouth, so practiced.

I didn’t find out about all this until yesterday when Stephanie told me she actually quit her job. We talked about getting back together for, like, two minutes, and I collapsed.

[sighs] Right. Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah, and then you– you saved my life, which is something to be grateful for. What I’m doing with that life, God only knows, but– [scoffs]

You can still go to LA, Joy.

Oh, you would love that, wouldn’t you, knowing I’m thousands of miles away?

I’m thinking about your future, you know, your career.

Well, you can stop thinking about anything that has to do with me. I don’t want to hear a single word that comes out of your mouth. Go. Go.

All right, Joy.

Go tell Stephanie the good news.

Joy.

Go! Get the hell out of here. Go.

[light music]

Chanel, my wanting to stay in Salem has absolutely nothing to do with Joy Wesley, OK?

No? So you’re not trying to put distance between the two of you because it’s what you think I want?

No, I’m not. Look, I don’t even know if Joy is going to LA.

Well, why wouldn’t she? I mean, what’s keeping her in Salem?

She’s dating Alex, for one thing.

OK. I mean, be that as it may, Johnny, I do not want you to sacrifice your dreams because it’s what you think I want.

Chanel… my biggest dream… is to build a future with you. [tender music] OK? Look, my family’s here. Your family’s here. Your business is here. Why move all the way to California when there’s plenty of opportunity for me right here? I mean, I could do theater. I could do the news. I mean, who knows, I could start a production company, all right? But the bottom line is…

The only thing I want is for us to build a family together.

I love so much, Johnny.

Love you too.

Listen, I know it’s gonna be hard keeping the bankruptcy completely under wraps. But please, could you just give it 24 hours? [sighs] That’s great. Thank you, Lourdes. Thank you.

Steph.

[sighs]

Hi.

Aw.

[sighs] I’m glad I ran into you.

[sighs]

I got some news.

[sighs]

Wait. What’s wrong?

According to Seth Burns, the hospital is about to file Chapter 11.

They’re filing bankruptcy?

Yeah. And unless we do something to stop it, Salem University Hospital is going to shut down… for good.

Damn. – Seth, what are you doing here?

Just coming by to pick up my last paycheck before shoving off to Hollywood.

[gasps] So you’re making the big move, huh?

Yeah, got myself a little bungalow in Malibu right next to Brad Pitt, if you can believe it.

Shut up. Brad Pitt, really?

Are you kidding? I got a crap apartment by the freeway. I’m just grateful I get to keep my day job.

Well, forgive me for being presumptuous, but I thought the hospital gig was your day job.

Yeah, it was, but no longer. [chuckles]

Why? What happened? [dramatic music]

Holly, hey.

Doug, hey. How was work? Today is your first day, right?

Yeah, first day and last.

Oh, no. What happened?

It’s a long story. But basically, Leo got canned, so he no longer needs an assistant.

Yikes. Man, that sucks. Oh, and about the advance you gave me, I can totally get a refund for my school trip payment.

No. No need. No, he insisted that he does not want the money back.

What, Leo said that, as in Leo Stark?

Yeah. But don’t spread it around, OK? He wants to uphold his reputation as a cranky cheapskate.

Wow. Well, my lips are sealed.

[chuckles] All right, well, I’m gonna go out and pound the pavement. I don’t want to keep leeching off of Julie, and I really want to buy her necklace back.

Right.

So did your study partner ditch you?

Sort of. Sophia and Tate might have found a couple who wants to adopt their baby.

Oh. I thought the whole adoption thing was off.

Yeah, well, turns out, it might be back on after all. [light country music]

Do you want something from Sweet Bits while we wait?

Oh, I can’t. I have no appetite. I’m too nervous. I just really want this all to work out so badly.

Yeah, me too. [phone ringing]

Oh. [light music] It’s Ellen.

Ellen, hi. Is everything– [dramatic music] Oh, yeah. I understand. That’s OK. Thank you for letting me know.

They’re backing out.

No. [sighs] OK, did she say why?

No, she couldn’t wait to get off the phone.

[sighs] Look, it’s gonna be OK, all right? Like, how hard can it be to find another couple who wants to adopt a baby, right?

Wow. Salem U Hospital is going under? I can’t believe that.

Yeah, it’s pretty shocking.

[sighs]

I mean, I’m gonna do everything in my power to save it, but I just– I don’t know if the odds are very good.

How’s your mom taking it?

Well, as you’d expect. She’s devastated.

I’m sure.

Anyway, whatever bad news you have, lay it on me.

I mean, it’s not exactly bad news, but… it might not be the best time to talk about it.

No, about what?

Joy and I. We ended things.

Oh.

Yeah.

So you broke up with her?

No. No, she–she broke up with me.

No, Mom, I’m telling you, do not– do not fly out here, OK? I’m fine. No, I don’t–I don’t know if I’m going to LA. The truth is, everything’s just really up in the air right now, so…

Not hard to find another couple to adopt our baby? How can you say that? You know what my mom is like. You know that she’s gonna reject anybody who she doesn’t think is gonna be the perfect parents. OK, if they aren’t religious enough, right, or if they aren’t the right age, if they don’t make enough money or if they don’t have some kind of fancy academic credentials or whatever–

I know. I know. I know. Look, it’s–hey, hey, your mom, yes, is gonna make it very difficult. She is. But we cannot give up hope. We can’t. OK?

Well, I try not to. But, you know, every day that goes by– my God, Tate, when is this nightmare gonna end?

I know.

Tate, buddy, hey. Long time, no see. How goes it? [dramatic music]

You know, it– it goes. Sorry. This is my friend Sophia. Sophia, this is my cousin Johnny and his wife, Chanel.

Hi.

Hey.

Of course I know Sophia. You used to stop by Sweet Bits on your way to work at the Bistro, was it?

That’s right. Yeah.

Yeah, it’s been a minute.

Yeah, well, morning sickness.

Ah.

Of course.

Is everything OK?

Actually, no, not really. We were actually just supposed to meet a couple who was interested in adopting our baby and–

But they canceled.

Oh, no. I am so sorry to hear that.

Yeah, well, I bet they were just afraid of my mother’s wrath.

Yeah. Mrs. Choi isn’t really a fan of the whole idea. So we were really hoping that if we found a couple she approved of, she would change her mind.

I better get to work. And you probably want to get back to Holly.

So I’ll see you at school tomorrow.

OK. [sighs]

Tate, man, I’m really sorry you’re going through this.

I mean, never mind me. I just–I feel terrible for Sophia. I mean, really, there’s just no one that’s on her side.

Well, she has you.

Yeah, but I mean, I’m not really sure if that helps all that much ’cause she knows the person that I really want to be with is Holly.

So you and Holly are working things out?

Yeah. Yeah, we are. But still, she’s really upset about what’s happened, obviously. She’s worried about how this might affect us in the future.

Yeah, that’s understandable.

Look, Tate, you and Holly, if you’re really committed to one another, then you’ll find a way through it.

I mean, yeah, but still, I mean, between me wanting to be there for Sophia and wondering if this baby is gonna get adopted or not, I just– I’m asking Holly to put up with a lot.

But you are worth it, Tate.

Yeah, I hope so.

Mm-hmm.

Well, I hope this couple turns out to be the one and Sophia’s mom agrees to let her give up the baby.

Me too. Doug, can I ask you a question and you be completely honest with me?

About what?

Does it sound selfish how badly I want this all to happen?

No. No, it’s not selfish. It’s what Sophia and Tate want too, right? And it’s what’s best for them. And just as importantly, it’s what’s best for the baby. And yeah, I mean, it’s gonna be difficult no matter what. But in the long run, it’s also what’s best for you and Tate. Right?

Yeah, I guess. God, I’m sorry. I need to stop dumping all this on you. I mean, you just lost your job.

Holly, it’s OK.

No, it’s not. I really need to stop ruminating. And hey, if you’re looking for work, I have lived here a lot longer than you, and I know a lot more people. So just say the word, and I can help.

Thank you. I might actually take you up on that. [light country music]

Gosh. Where will I go now when I throw out my back or injure my wrist in a trust fall? Where is Dr. Marlena Evans gonna hang her shingle now?

Oh, I’m sure she’ll figure something out. And you will too. And listen, Leo, I want to take this opportunity to say I think you’re a fantastic writer.

You do?

I do. I’ve really enjoyed all the stories Dr. Blake Lamoray was involved in. And all that to say Johnny’s been telling me what a great job I’ve been doing. So if possible, I’d love to be featured more prominently in the reboot.

Sorry, Seth, you’re barking up the wrong tree. I am no longer writing for “Body & Soul.”

What? You’ve decided not to go with the show?

No, the network decided that for me.

Oh. Oh, I’m sorry.

Oh, it’s OK. I hate LA anyway. Palm trees, gorgeous people, hiking, sneaking wine into the Hollywood Bowl, perfect weather– who needs that?

Right? [chuckles] So what are you gonna do now?

[sighs] That’s a really good question.

Mm.

So Joy broke up with you?

Well, turns out, she overheard us out here last night talking about how we wanted to be together.

Oh. Oh.

Yeah.

That’s too bad.

Yeah, she was pretty upset, to say the least.

Ugh.

Honestly, Steph, I can’t even blame her. I could have handled things a lot better.

Same. Same. But you know what? In the end, it worked out, because we would have gotten to this end result anyway.

True. Very true. So I guess now there’s no reason why I can’t do this. [tender music]

Right?

Mm-hmm.

Mm.

[tender music]

So you got any plans for the day?

Unfortunately, I have to work.

Ugh.

In fact, I’m gonna have to pull an all-nighter, strategizing about ways to save this hospital.

Maybe you could use some help.

I’d love that.

Mm.

But, Alex, you have to promise me–

No distractions or at least kept to a minimum…

Mm-hmm.

For now. But while we’re waiting… mm.

Mm. Let’s go.

OK. [dramatic music]

I suppose I’m gonna have to go hunt down Abe and Kate for my check. Oh, I hope they don’t try to stiff me. [both laugh]

Good luck.

You know, it’s only one man’s opinion, but I think the new producers are idiots if they don’t want you.

Thank you, Seth. I wish more people shared your opinion.

Listen, plenty of folks love the show. It’s just that the haters make the most noise. So ignore them, and remember what I said when you’re up there accepting your Daytime Emmy.

OK, I will. Thank you.

Good luck, my friend.

Maybe I don’t suck.

Hmm, you know, the Brady Pub’s always looking for an extra hand. I know it doesn’t pay much, but Tate said it was a pretty chill job to work at.

The pub, huh?

Yeah. And FYI, someone as charming as you could make a whole lot of tips.

You think I’m charming?

Yeah, I do, but don’t let that get to your head.

Oh, way too late. Way too late. [both laugh]

Hey.

Hey, Tate.

What’s up, man?

That was fast. What happened? [light country music]

Well, the couple who was considering adopting the baby, they backed out.

What?

Yeah. So it’s back to square one.

[sighs] [dramatic music]

Oh, God, Tate– poor guy.

Yeah. Yeah, he’s going through a lot.

Mm.

And on top of that, still being in high school? Ugh, and then Sophia, what she must be going through, you know, not only being pregnant by someone who’s in love with someone else but then also having a mother who doesn’t support her choices. [light music]

Yeah. Yeah, I feel for both of them. I feel for Holly.

Mm, yeah.

You know, I still think back a lot to when we first found out you were pregnant.

Yeah. Yeah, I think about that a lot too. And, you know, even with, you know, the complications and Mama and the whole radiation scare, we still found a way to be excited about it.

Yeah, we did.

Mm. Yeah, but then, you know, when I miscarried, that was really tough for both of us, obviously.

It was, yeah.

But it made us realize that we really did want to have a baby. [tender music]

And then Kayla said that we needed to wait six months before we tried again.

Mm-hmm.

At the time, I think… that’s what we both wanted to do.

But then we had our little…hiccup.

Johnny, I– I still want to have a baby.

You do?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. I mean, look, I know that we just got back together, but it has been six months. So maybe we could see if we could get an appointment with Kayla and see if she’ll give us the go-ahead. I mean, if that’s OK with you.

Oh, that’s more than OK. I think that would be amazing.

Yeah?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. Let’s–let’s have a baby.

Let’s have a baby.

OK. [both laugh]

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Night Court

Tuesdays on NBC (8:30 -9p.m. ET/PT); Season Premiere: Nov 19

Eternally optimistic Abby Stone (Melissa Rauch) follows in the footsteps of her revered late father, Judge Harry Stone, as she takes on the challenge of overseeing the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court.

In her quest to bring order and dignity to the court and reign in its colorful crew of oddballs, Abby enlists former night court district attorney Dan Fielding (John Larroquette) to serve as the court’s public defender. Still exceedingly self-confident, Fielding must adjust to a new boss and a new job – defending the downtrodden. And, beneath his arrogant demeanor, there is an empathetic side to Fielding that Abby is determined to unearth.

They both must contend with Julianne Walters (Wendie Malick), a reformed convict and former love interest of Dan, who is the new prosecutor. A sophisticated, savvy woman and accomplished attorney who also knows how to make a shank out of a spoon, she’ll keep everyone in the courthouse on their toes. Donna “Gurgs” Gurganous (Lacretta) is the night court’s sharp-witted bailiff. Gurgs takes her job very seriously and is fiercely protective of her night court colleagues. Wyatt Shaw (Nyambi Nyambi) is the court’s clerk. He’s a jack of all trades and devoted single dad trying to make it all work as a law student at the same time.

From executive producer and writer Dan Rubin (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), “Night Court” is based on the original hit series that ran for nine seasons on NBC. Executive producers also include Melissa Rauch, Winston Rauch, John Larroquette, Mat Hawawitz, Lon Zimmet, Lindsey Shockley and Mona Garcea.

“Night Court” is produced by Rauch’s After January Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

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Lacretta

Donna “Gurgs” Gurganous, “Night Court”

Lacretta stars as Donna “Gurgs” Gurganous on the NBC comedy “Night Court.”

Born and raised in Kansas City, Mo., Lacretta made her stage debut at 14 at the Coterie Theater – an institution in which she holds great affection. It was there where she starred in numerous performances throughout the ’90s, such as “A Wrinkle in Time” and “101 Dalmatians.”

In 2011, she appeared in “Hairspray” at Broadway Rose in Portland. She then originated the role of Levora Verona in the Off-Broadway run of “Disaster!” in 2012 at the Triad in New York, and made her Broadway debut with the same role in 2016.

Following her on-stage success, Lacretta guest starred on “Law & Order,” “30 Rock,” “Broad City” and “Gotham.”

In film, Lacretta appeared in the romantic comedy “Second Act” before making her return to the stage in “Avenue Q” in the closing cast of their Off-Broadway run at New World Stages. She was also featured in the first national tour of “The Book of Mormon.”

In her off time, Lacretta loves gaming and is very active on Twitch TV. In 2022, she helped announce the first Streamers for Education Scholarship for Black Women going into the fields of STEM, Digital Media and film. She is also an avid cook and often shares recipes from “Cretta’s Kitchen” on her Instagram.

She currently resides in Los Angeles.

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Nyambi Nyambi

Wyatt Shaw, “Night Court”

Nyambi portrays Wyatt Shaw on the NBC comedy “Night Court.”

Nyambi most recently co-starred as investigator Jay DiPersia in Paramount+’s “The Good Fight” and co-starred for six seasons alongside Billy Gardell and Melissa McCarthy in the CBS sitcom “Mike & Molly.” Nyambi can be seen in the Billy Crystal and Alan Zweibel film “Here Today” as well as starring in the indie film “The Sleepless,” available on Amazon Prime.

Nyambi’s TV resume includes “Mercy Street,” “Blindspot,” digital series “American Koko” and “Titans.” Additionally, Nyambi had voiceover roles in “The Death of Superman” and “Reign of the Supermen.” He also narrated the three-part PBS nature documentary “Primates.”

Nyambi has participated in New York’s Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park. Working alongside Al Pacino and Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Nyambi starred in “The Merchant of Venice” and “The Winter’s Tale.”

Additional theater credits include the first Broadway revival of August Wilson’s “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone” and the Classic Stage Company’s “The Tempest,” opposite Mandy Patinkin. He has worked with the Classical Theatre of Harlem and the Williamstown Theater Festival, and is a proud member of the Labyrinth Theatre Company.

Alongside Danai Gurira, Nyambi serves on the board for Almasi Collaborative Arts, an organization dedicated to Gary Anthony Williams, who plays Flobert in "Night Court" on NBC (photo from his Facebook page) developing emerging African artists.

Nyambi is a first-generation Nigerian-American and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Bucknell University before earning his Masters of Fine Arts from NYU. He played basketball for four years at Bucknell and made the ESPN Dick Vitale “All-Name Team,” which honors the best names in college basketball. Post-college, Nyambi took on the role of coach and led basketball teams at teen camps.

Gary Anthony WIlliams

Judge Flobert, “Night Court”

Gary Anthony Williams is an American actor, comedian and filmmaker. He has voiced the character Uncle Ruckus on The Boondocks, General Horace Warfield in StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty and Dr. Richard Tygan in XCOM 2, portraying Anton “Bebop” Zeck in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows.

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Days Transcript Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Posted on February 11, 2025March 1, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[light music]

[crunching]

[crunching stops]

Thank goddess. [keyboard keys clacking]

Mm. Leo, could you get me some more guava pineapple juice, please?

My pleasure.

Ah.

I could use a break from my five minutes of writing.

Mm.

Enjoy. Quietly.

Mm-hmm.

Mm! Oh. This is so good! Ooh! Leo, thank you for taking care of me after that psycho nearly killed me.

Oh, don’t mention it… or anything else.

Leo, would you come fluff my pillows, please, that way you do?

[siren wailing]

Mm.

[gasps] Hey, Mom.

Hey.

Hi.

Wow.

Oh.

Hi.

Those are beautiful.

[sighs] I see they’re not your first.

[laughs]

God, how are you feeling?

I am feeling much better since the antidote kicked in.

I’m so glad to hear that. God, what a nightmare.

No kidding. I think your dad put on a brave face, but I think that– quite a scare, you know, seeing me collapse like that.

I’ll bet. I was pretty freaked out when Alex passed out… right after he told me he wanted to be with me. [dramatic music]

[chuckles]

[sighs]

Joy.

Hey. Hey, I was just thinking about you.

[whimpering]

Bonnie? Bonnie.

Huh?

Hey.

Oh, Johnny. Sorry. I was just zoning out. Should you be up and around? I mean, I heard about the poisoned scripts.

Oh, yeah. No, that wasn’t exactly fun, but I’ll be fine.

You sure?

Yeah, that antidote, it– it worked like a charm. They kept me overnight for observations, but I’m good to go.

Good. Mm.

How are you?

I don’t know. [chuckles] All things considered, not too bad, I guess. They just unwired my jaw, so I never thought I’d be so stoked to see a big bowl of Jell-O. [both chuckle]

Well, lime is my favorite.

Dude, no, me too!

Yeah.

Serious? [laughs] Ooh. Ah.

So…you waiting on someone or what?

No, I-I figured the orderly was gonna come back and roll me back to my room, but… I saw the elevator, and I just stopped cold.

Bad memories, huh?

I feel like Whitley King is on the other side of those doors, waiting to swallow me up, but…

I get it, all right? But look, now that Whitley’s been exposed, she can’t hurt us anymore or the show.

Yeah, I mean, Roman, I-I’m fine. I–really, I missed the whole thing. Uh-huh. Well, actually, I’m one of the lucky ones. [laughs] Yeah. I-I mean, I’m the only one who wasn’t targeted by the lunatic. [laughs] [ominous music]

Oh, my God.

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

[ominous music]

What? [sighs] What? Yeah, no. No, it’s nothing to worry about at all. Just a little– a little crisis on set, yeah. Actually, I should probably go and take care of things. Listen, you have a good time in Chicago, OK? Yes, give Rex my love, and I will talk to you real soon. I love you too. Bye.

Well, hello, Kate.

Look at this. I found it on my desk.

Oh.

Oh? Oh? That’s all you can say? Because obviously, Whitley is at it again, and we need to call the police.

Easy. Easy, Kate. Whitley’s no longer a threat. She’s under 24-hour watch at Bayview.

Then how’d this get here?

Well, they–they took some photos from Whitley’s room. And they found this one on her nightstand.

[scoffs] So what did you– did you put it here? What, is this a souvenir?

I wanted you to understand the gravity of this situation because it’s up to us to figure out what to do about it.

Greetings, “Body & Soul”-ers.

Seth, wow. You’re looking good.

Thanks.

Yeah, how are you– how are you feeling?

I’m on the mend, much like you two. I’m glad I ran into you, Bonnie. It saves me a trip to your room. I have this document for you to sign.

Oh. What–what is it?

Ah, just boilerplate, saying that you hold harmless University Hospital and all of its subsidiaries regarding your accident, as well as indemnify us against any further action. And you just sign right there…

Oh.

On the bottom line.

Oh, OK.

Bonnie, I-I wouldn’t do that if I were you. [tense music] * *

So you’re not gonna be “Body & Soul’s” publicist anymore?

I realized I needed to separate my career and my personal life. It wasn’t worth losing out on being with Alex just to keep one client.

And he’s all in on the relationship?

I told him I wanted to be with him, and he responded in kind.

Well, that’s wonderful. I know it’s what you wanted all along.

Even when I didn’t want to admit it to myself. [laughs]

I’m very happy for you, baby.

The only downside is, you and I won’t be working together after all.

Oh, no. Oh, no. I was so looking forward to working with you in that capacity, even though it wouldn’t have been for very long.

Mm.

[chuckles] But listen, after what happened, I cannot complain about you distancing yourself from “Body & Soul.”

Yeah, I can’t decide if I picked the worst week to leave or the best.

Well, seeing how happy you are, I think you made the right decision.

Yeah. Yeah. There’s just one little problem. [dramatic music]

Can I ask you why you were thinking about me?

I just–I keep flashing back to how you found me last night after I passed out, how you saved my life.

Oh. I’m just glad that Stephanie and I got there when we did.

Right. Right, yeah, no, I’m super lucky that the two of you were together.

Yeah.

Alex, I’m– I’m really grateful that you were there for me.

[grunting] How’s that? Fluffy enough for you?

Oh, the edge is kind of sticking out a little bit. It’s perfect now. Thanks!

My pleasure. That’s it for now. I need to finish this story.

The story? What’s it about?

Well, it’s about Charlemagne, actually.

About me? I mean, not me. Not me, but yeah. What happens?

Well, it’s pretty juicy, actually. See, Charlemagne gets kidnapped by her former maid and replaced with an exact duplicate.

An exact duplicate?

Mm-hmm.

Is Marlena coming in for it?

Not that I’m aware of.

Oh. Who are you gonna get to– [jazzy music] You want me to play both parts?

That’s the beauty of it. Two parts, two paychecks. What do you think? It’s a home run, right?

[laughs] No, I gotta pass.

You don’t want to play two roles?

Sorry, no.

But this is every actor’s dream, Getting to create two wholly different characters with different backgrounds, different ways of speaking and behaving. It’s the stuff Emmys are made of.

I get the concept.

And you heard the part about two salaries, right? What’s not to love?

Nothing. Everything.

I’m lost.

Look, Leo, this hits a little close to home for me, OK? Everybody in this town knows I did that. I-I-I-I pretended to be Marlena. I mean, I-I-I took over her life, and I ended up in prison too.

Hattie, that’s why this is perfect for you. You get to reclaim it. And with the personal experience to draw from, you get to bring truth to the character.

Oh. And I could even add some layers to it.

Oh, so many layers.

Like a seven-layer cake.

Oh, at least.

Yeah. And, you know, I-I-I tend to go deep with my characters.

And it hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Yeah. Still, the idea of replacing somebody that you look like just seems like it’s a little–

Deliciously sordid?

I was gonna say played out. Don’t you think?

No, obviously, I don’t think that, or I wouldn’t have pitched it. I think it’s classic. And the fans love when they get to see a beloved actor play something new. Look, we need something big for Charlemagne. This, this is gonna drive six months of story. [jazzy music]

You don’t have to worry. [both laugh] You are such an amazing writer.

Oh.

You’ll think of a new storyline.

They should be letting me out of here soon. I’m actually trying to push for them to let me out before tomorrow.

Really? What–what’s tomorrow?

Hello? Valentine’s Day.

Ah. Right, Valentine’s Day. I didn’t think you’d be up to doing anything. You should probably take it easy.

I’m sure I’ll be well enough to go out to dinner. And since I basically owe you everything…

Ah.

I would like to take you out.

That is not necessary.

Oh, no, I know that it hardly makes up for you saving my life, but it’s a start. [dramatic music] Unless there’s some reason that you don’t want to go out with me.

So Alex and Joy haven’t broken up yet?

Let’s just say he’s having a little trouble extricating himself from the situation.

But they weren’t dating very long, right?

No, not really.

Well, I mean, I don’t want her to be hurt or anything, but it seems like they could part ways amicably.

That’s what I was hoping for. But after everything that Joy went through with the whole Johnny mess, she’s– she’s honestly a little dependent on Alex right now.

I see.

And then after he and I decided to be together, we found her unconscious in her room.

She was poisoned too?

Uh-huh.

Oh, come on.

Yeah, but she’s doing a lot better, just like you. But Alex and I decided that maybe he shouldn’t kick her while she’s down, you know?

It’s a difficult position to be in. But, you know, I imagine she’s gonna want to go back home, right? And then maybe Alex can let her down gently and… the two of you could start your relationship.

I really hope so.

Look, I know it was a traumatic situation, but we’re in the entertainment business, and overzealous fans come with the territory, Abe.

Kate, there is a difference between passion and–and criminal behavior.

No, I-I agree. And Whitley is a really disturbed person, but that doesn’t mean that she gets to dictate how we produce our show.

You really believe that?

Yeah, I do. Yeah, the show must go on. It was a serious situation, I’m not denying that, but we’re out of the woods now, Abe.

Are you sure? Justin is still threatening to sue the hospital.

Yeah, well, his wife is the star of the show, so he’s not gonna hurt us and he’s not gonna hurt the show.

His wife nearly died!

Yeah. It’s a terrible thing. It really is. But he’s gonna calm down.

Well, what if others in the cast decide they’re gonna sue? You know, we both know that this is an untenable situation.

[sighs] What are you saying, Abe?

Well, what I’m saying is that there’s only one– one–solution to our problem.

Johnny, no offense, but you’re not directing this scene.

And I understand that. However, I’m sure that Justin, Bonnie’s husband and attorney, wouldn’t mind taking a look at this paperwork before she signs it, just to, you know, make sure everything’s aboveboard.

I assure you, everything that we do here is aboveboard. [chuckles]

To be honest, I’m actually having a hard time with all the legal mumbo jumbo.

So you’re–you’re not gonna sign it?

Let it go, Seth. She just fell down an elevator shaft.

Yeah, and you and I were poisoned. Things happen in this town. The psycho per capita rate is one of the highest in the nation. We’re accepting risk just by living here.

I’m not sure that’s really the argument you want to make.

Look, Bonnie, I know that the last thing you want to do is make things more difficult for the show, especially with all the struggles that we’ve been through lately.

Of course not.

OK, which is why you should be aware that if you and your husband were to pursue a lawsuit, the hospital would have no choice but to withdraw its permission for “Body & Soul” to shoot here.

But they rely on the hospital to be able to shoot their scenes.

They do, and I’m not sure that the show and the budget could sustain that loss. And you wouldn’t want that, would you? So why don’t you go ahead and just sign? Because all of our futures depend on it.

[phones beep]

Meeting for all cast and crew?

Did you know about this?

Well, I’ve been a little preoccupied with almost dying and all, but no, Abe and Kate didn’t say anything to me.

What do you think it’s about?

If you wouldn’t mind, you know, signing the paper. [elevator bell dings]

[gasps] Oh. [dramatic music] Oh.

Oh. They’re freaking out too.

I guess we all got that same text about the emergency meeting?

Yeah, we’re just trying to figure out what it means.

Ah. They smell amazing.

Mm, probably better than hospital disinfectant, right?

That’s for sure. [phone beeps] Oh, eek. What is it? Oh.

Ooh, don’t tell me they think you’re on call.

No, it’s from Abe and Kate. They’re calling an emergency meeting at the hospital.

Right now?

You don’t know what it’s about?

Not a clue. Wonder if Alex knows.

[sighs] You don’t–you don’t have any other plans for Valentine’s Day, do you?

Um– [phones beep]

Was that me?

I think it was both of us. Is Kate and Abe texting you too?

Yeah, yeah, emergency meeting for the cast and crew?

Yeah, here at the hospital. Wonder what that’s about.

I don’t know. But we should probably head there and find out.

You feel up to it?

Yeah. Yeah, I’m fine.

OK.

As long as I have you with me. [both chuckle]

I’ll go get you a wheelchair.

OK.

All right.

Hey, guys. I’m sure that this is just an update on Whitley King. Abe and Kate probably just want to reassure us that we don’t have to worry about any more poisoned scripts.

By the way, I will never forgive you all for believing I wrote that trash.

Hey, it wasn’t that bad, except for it being poisoned, I mean.

Please, my stories are so much better, not to mention they’re nontoxic.

Oh.

[chuckles] Joy, it’s so good to see you. You look so much better.

Thank you, Stephanie. I’m glad to see that you’re doing better too, Dr. Johnson.

Well, I’m just so glad that we all got the antidote in time.

Yeah, I’m just–I’m grateful that Alex came when he did– well, Alex and Stephanie, that is. You were with him, right, Stephanie?

Yes, I was.

[elevator bell dings]

Oh, look. [Kate clears throat]

Hello. Hello, everyone.

[clears throat]

I want to thank you– thank you all for coming.

Yes, and first off, we want to say how grateful we are for everyone who received a poisoned script that you’re– you’re doing better and you’re on the road to recovery and that Bonnie is on the road to recovery as well.

Yes, Bonnie, Bonnie. [applause]

I-I do want to reassure all of you that Whitley King is under 24-hour watch at Bayview.

Yes, and she won’t be able to hurt any of us again.

Yay.

Good.

And we are, of course, cooperating with the Salem PD to make sure she remains locked up. I’m sure each of you will be contacted by the police soon so you can make a statement.

Well, to hell with her. When do we get back to work?

[chuckles] Hattie, thank you for that question. Actually, that’s what we wanted to talk to everyone about. This past week has been a harrowing one. Abe and I did not take any of the incidents lightly. Nothing is more important to us than the health and the well-being of our employees, which is why we decided that we couldn’t go ahead with the show unless we could be certain that we could create a very safe working environment, which is the reason that we’ve decided, after very careful consideration, to pull the plug on “Body & Soul.”

What?

So you’re pulling the plug on the show? That’s it?

So it’s just– it’s just over?

Isn’t that an overreaction?

Look, we’re sorry. I-I-I know this must come as a shock.

Considering the events of the past few weeks, we just don’t feel comfortable returning to production on “Body & Soul.” We feel like it’s too dangerous. If anyone else got hurt, we couldn’t live with ourselves.

Wait, but nobody else gets a say? I mean, I’m the one who took a header down the elevator shaft, and I’m more than happy to get back on that horse.

That’s the whole point, OK? Almost everyone here spent last night in the hospital.

Yeah, but the show can’t end, not like this.

Yeah, yeah, what’s gonna happen to Charlemagne’s stor– I mean, what’s gonna happen to the story?

I–look, I’m sorry. I-I should have been clearer. But the story won’t end.

What do you mean?

Well, that’s what makes soap operas special. They never end.

But you said that you were ending it.

Are you saying that it’s continuing without you?

Is that even possible?

So when we called the network this afternoon to tell them that we would not be returning to production, needless to say, they were very upset. They love the show. It’s a top producer for them. The last thing they wanted to hear was that “Body & Soul” was ending prematurely.

Oh, man, I’m so confused. Are we ending, or are we not ending?

Well, we’re still too concerned with everyone’s safety to continue our production, which is why the network has offered to step in, buy the rights, and produce the show themselves.

So the show will go on?

Yes, yes, but not here in Salem.

Well, then where?

They’re going to bring the production to Los Angeles.

Oh, let me guess. They’re gonna replace all of us with big Hollywood stars.

No, no. They want to keep the current cast.

Oh. So we’re not losing our jobs?

No. They told us they were willing to have the entire cast come with the show as long as they were willing to relocate to California. [tense music]

Thank you.

Yeah. Wow, that’s not what I was expecting.

Me either. That must have been a hard decision for Kate and Abe. I mean, I know how much they both loved producing that show.

And everyone looked shocked.

Well, color me shocked. I can’t believe this! What?

We were just saying the same thing.

Yeah, look at me. Such bad timing. I just get on the show, and then it’s over.

Oh, wait. Are you saying you’re not taking the part?

No. Of–of course I’m not. Bonnie–Bonnie, it was just a temporary recast. I never had any intention of taking the part for real. And now that it’s shooting in California, I am certainly not going there to take it.

Oh, Kayla, thank you. Thank you. No, seriously, that is a load off. I was kind of afraid I was gonna have to fight you for it. [chuckles]

Oh. So does this mean you’re moving to LA, Bonnie?

Well, I have to talk to Justin first, obviously, but it kind of feels good to have an option. [chuckles] And if my TV son follows the show, he’s going to need a mama. [chuckles]

Did Alex say that he was following the show?

Oh, I haven’t talked to him yet. But let’s face it. I mean, he and Joy are the hot young stars. I mean, the network execs must be doing everything to try to convince him, right? [dramatic music]

Thank you.

You’re welcome. Hmm. I gotta say, that announcement took me by surprise.

It is pretty shocking news.

Mm.

But it’s–it’s not terrible news, right? I mean, the network loves the show enough to save it.

[sighs]

And they want to keep the whole cast?

And they want to move us to LA.

I know, but that’s exciting, right? I mean, I’ve–I’ve–I’ve always wanted to live there.

Yeah.

[sighs]

I mean, we’re gonna take the offer, right?

[sighs] Well, now that Pineview is picking up stakes and heading out West, what are y’all gonna do?

Well, I’m definitely going.

Just like that, huh?

Yeah. I mean, I have to. I’m the star of– I’m one of the stars of the show.

Johnny, what about you?

[sighs] Well, obviously, I need to discuss it with Chanel, but honestly, we’re just kind of getting back on track. So I-I don’t know that asking her to move across the country is the best decision for us right now.

Yeah. I’ve spent most of my life drifting from place to place, nothing holding me down. But I just fixed things with Javi. I don’t know if I want to mess that up again.

Yeah, maybe you don’t have to.

What do you mean?

Look, I’m the director, right? I have to be on set. But you could write the show from anywhere, so you could just tell the network you want to stay on as head writer and just keep writing from here. [soft music]

Here we are.

Well, I suppose that went as well as can be expected.

Did it?

[scoffs]

Everyone looked so disappointed.

Mm, none more than you.

Was it obvious?

Look, I know today is a sad day, but it’s not all bad news, right?

How do you figure?

Well, the network paid us a small fortune for the rights to the show, right? We made a tidy little profit running that thing.

It was never about the money for me. I wanted something new, rewarding. I feel very, very lucky for the experience.

Well, I loved it too.

We make a damn good team, right?

Yes, we do. And I’m telling you, I’m going to treasure all this time we had with the citizens of Pineview, allowing their adventures to unfold.

Despite all the off-screen drama, you know the good times far outweigh the bad?

They sure do. [chuckles] Like, you know, I can’t believe we actually– we actually made it happen, you know? When we started out, we had no idea what we were doing.

Oh, we had less than no idea. [both chuckle]

You know, and even though this little team is going to break up way before we thought it would, I still think that we, my friend, deserve a toast.

Well, I could not agree more. [both chuckle]

To “Body & Soul.”

Oh. To “Body & Soul.” [glasses clink] Long may she live. [both chuckle]

Mm. [soft music]

Mm.

[chuckles]

Why didn’t I know you had that bottle?

Who says it’s the only bottle? [both chuckle]

Hey, boss. Boss.

Hello, Leo.

Big news, huh?

Yes, indeed. Is there something we could do for you?

Well, first of all, I just wanted to thank you both for taking a chance on me. Writing for “Body & Soul” has truly been an honor and a privilege.

Well, you should be very proud of the work you did.

Thank you. I am. Also, I wanted to know if you had the contact information of the network brass. I wanted to ask them if they had any thoughts on the direction of the show, see if there was anything I needed to change about the writing.

Leo–

Oh, and just so you know, I’m not talking about moving to Los Angeles. I mean, not that I wouldn’t mind skipping out on these frigid winters, but Salem is home. My boyfriend is here. My best friend is here. My whole life is here.

[sighs] Leo–

And I can write from here. I don’t need to be on set. I’d just fly to LA for meetings or whatever.

OK, Leo, that’s not gonna happen.

Why not? Why can’t I write remotely?

[sighs] Because they don’t want you to write at all. [dramatic music]

Excuse me?

Leo, I’m sorry to have to tell you this, but… they’re bringing in another head writer.

Wow. So you’re all in, huh? LA, here you come?

Hey, no-brainer for me.

[chuckles]

I am Charlemagne. What about you?

I have to think about it. And I have to talk to Justin, of course. And if he couldn’t move there, well, I guess I’d have to, what, commute? I mean, come back here when I wasn’t working?

You know what? I bet they’d fly you. I bet they’d fly you first class.

[chuckles] Well, I don’t know about that. And besides, I’m in no shape at the moment to make any life-changing decisions, if you know what I mean.

Yeah, I feel you.

The good news is, Kayla said as far as she’s concerned, the part is still mine, though.

Oh, hey, that’s lucky.

Yeah, for her. I won’t have to fight her for it.

Yeah. I’ve been in a fight with you. It’s no place you want to be. [laughs]

Well, you’re no pushover, you know, yourself.

Well, thanks, hon.

[sighs]

Actually, I hope you take it.

Yeah?

Yeah. I mean, you know, just the two of us out there in La-La Land. You know, we’d be like– like Laverne and Shirley go to California.

[laughs] You make it sound pretty fun.

It does sound fun, doesn’t it?

Mm-hmm.

You know what I’m gonna do? I’m gonna just make sure that the dressing room next to mine is free, and I’m gonna– I’m gonna keep it warm for you.

[laughs]

You want to move with the show to LA?

Oh, don’t you? I mean, it’s not like you have another job.

No, but I-I got my family here.

But not your whole family, though, right?

No, but my dad, my Aunt Maggie. I got a whole bunch of cousins.

You want to stay for your cousins?

Well–

Philip, Xander.

[sighs] All I’m saying, it’s just a big move is all– for me.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, no, is this– is this really about your family, or is this about Stephanie? [tense music]

[sighs]

Do you really think Alex would go to LA for the gig?

I think that you would know better than I would.

I mean, he loves being on the show, and the fans love him.

But his life is here, and so are you.

Kayla, Stephanie.

Hi.

Sorry to interrupt.

Nope.

Nope, not interrupting. Please, what’s up?

Yeah.

I wanted you to know I just turned in my letter of resignation. I’m leaving for California.

What? I–you’re giving up the hospital to stay with “Body & Soul”?

Well, I’m afraid I have no choice. I never expected to find my passion at this point in life. But Blake Lemoray is in my blood, and if you can’t shake him…

Wow, I didn’t know you were so serious about acting.

Yeah, it’s truly a calling.

Well, good luck in California, then.

Thanks. But if you ask me, you should join me there.

Oh. [chuckles]

[chuckles]

Oh, I appreciate that, but no, my work is here at the hospital.

I’m not sure that’s gonna be for much longer.

Excuse me?

I’m sorry to tell you, but… the hospital is about to declare bankruptcy.

Oh.

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Days Transcript Monday, February 10, 2025

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You let Jada think that I dumped her at the altar?

I thought you’d approve, given the alternative that Feniger and Jada would be in the honeymoon suite with Barry White on the stereo. [chuckles] Come on, Rafe. I did you a favor. A little gratitude would be nice.

Gratitude? Gratitude. I’m being held hostage, and Jada’s heart is broken.

In the long run, I’m sure she will see that I did her a favor.

Favor how? Favor what? By having her pushed out, replaced by that son of a bitch Feniger all so you could be reappointed as DA? Is she gonna see that as a favor, too?

[sigh] I am consistently disappointed by your inability to see the bigger picture.

You know what? Forget it. Forget it, because it’s not gonna work. There’s no way Feniger is smart enough to pull off being police commissioner.

Hmm. Well, you got away with it for long enough. [snicker]

And Jada’s a smart cop. She’s a smart cop, and she’s gonna see through this whole scam and figure out that you are behind the whole damn thing. – I could kill EJ right now.

Jada, listen, I am so sorry that this happened to you, but EJ did say that he had no idea what Rafe was gonna find when he hired him to–

When he hired Rafe to dig up dirt on me, you mean? And lo and behold, dirt was found. And it was completely manufactured. It’s clear that EJ is setting me up. How do you not see that?

Look, I feel you. I do. Do you have proof?

No, not yet. But I will get it. My God, Belle, why are you defending EJ, especially after I advocated for you to become DA?

I’m not defending him, and I know you did.

Belle, I did not come here to debate with you. I just need to know where EJ is. [tense music]

Now you go and have a shower. I’ll have Cook bring us some pastries, and I’ll meet you downstairs.

Sounds like a plan.

Yeah.

Jada, listen, I don’t know where EJ is. I told you I came here to see Johnny. But I can leave a message with the staff if you want.

I’ll convey the message myself. Thank you.

Hey, son. How are you doing? No, no, no. Everything’s fine. I’m just here with Brady, and he’d like to speak to your mom real quick. Can you put her on? What? She’s not there? No, no, no, I’m sure it’s just a misunderstanding or something. Hold on a second. Tripp says–

Yeah, yeah, I heard. If Ava’s is not with Tripp, then where the hell is she?

What do you mean Rachel had help?

There is someone here.

Who? The Parrot Man?

No. She said to call her the Woman in White.

Woman in–what are you talking about?

Kristen, my love? Is that you? [soft dramatic music]

Mother? It can’t be. You–

I’m alive, Kristen. Touch me. Take my hand. It’s really me. Oh, dear God, I’ve missed you so.

Mother.

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Oh, my God, I can’t believe this. I mean, like, I can’t believe that you’re actually here. Oh, Mother, your scars.

Fixed, long time ago.

I don’t have the words. [soft dramatic music]

I hate to interrupt this little reunion, but I–

Then don’t. What brings you here, my darling girl?

I came looking for Ava. And I had no idea that I was gonna find you.

Why are you looking for Ava? Did Rachel tell you she was here?

Uh–Ava was right. You’re the one…? You were here when Brady and I were looking for Rachel, weren’t you?

It was heartbreaking not to reveal myself to you then. But you haven’t told me how you–

Oh, oh.

Came to–

OK, well, oh, God. I found Ava’s phone in Rachel’s backpack. And when I saw the texts that she sent to Brady to make him think that Ava was in China, I started putting things together. We found Rachel here. So I figured that Ava–

Was what? A kidnapping victim? Because I’m sure as hell not on vacation.

Mother.

You know, if you untie me, I will be on my merry way, and the two of you can continue this little mommy-me play date.

Or I could do this.

Come on–ugh.

There. Now we can talk. [chuckles]

Can I talk to him?

Sure. Hey, son. Here’s Brady.

Hey, Tripp. Listen, have you even spoken to your mother in the last week or so? Not once? Yeah. Yeah, well, she texted me and told me she was coming to visit you, so I just assumed–

Hey, give me the phone back.

OK, hold on one second.

Please, please. Son, listen to me. I’m sure everything is fine. I bet your mom just had a last-minute change of plans, OK? Now–look, yes, and I’m gonna get to the bottom of this, I promise you. And I’ll call you as soon as I hear anything. You do the same, OK? In the meantime, try not to worry. I got this. OK. I love you too, buddy.

Steve, I know you don’t want your son to worry, but I don’t think everything’s fine. And I’ll bet you don’t either.

Something’s not right here.

What do you mean?

Isn’t that the passageway that leads to the tunnels under the house? Why is it ajar?

Oh, no, They’re doing construction down there. I guess something got damaged when Connie Vininski was holding Gabi and Melinda. So I’m sure a construction worker just left it open.

Or maybe EJ is avoiding me because he knows I’m on to him.

Wait, what? No, Jada, I’m sure he’s not– I know he’s not down there.

Your faith in Jada is touching, but she is neither smart nor a cop at this particular juncture.

You smug son of a bitch.

Look, if you’re not going to eat your breakfast, I’m going to just have to gag you again.

Screw you. Screw you and your lousy food.

Fine. You can have it for lunch. I’m sure it will be way more appetizing then.

Someone’s gonna find me down here, you know. It’s only a matter of time before you get caught.

Mm. [tense music]

Jada.

Here you are. I knew I was right.

That would be a first. What are you doing down here?

Looking for you.

Fine, you found me. Now tell me why.

You know why. I know exactly what you’re up to, EJ. [soft dramatic music]

Can I see that text Ava sent you?

Sure.

“Sorry I haven’t returned your calls. “I just landed in Hong Kong. “I hope you got my voicemail last night. “The reception wasn’t so great at the airport. “In case it didn’t go through, “Tripp called and invited me to visit him and Wendy. “I decided to take him up on the offer “because I’ve missed my son terribly, “but also because I thought if I left town, “maybe Rachel would return home. “Despite what you’ve said, I believe I’m coming “between you and your daughter. “Therefore, I think it’s best if I stay here for a while. I hope you understand.”

I don’t think you have to read between the lines to get what that’s all about.

Well, she was obviously trying to put some distance between you two. But maybe she was trying to spare your feelings–

Yeah, ’cause breaking up with me via text, that didn’t hurt my feelings at all?

No, I’m just saying it’s possible she went somewhere else. Hong Kong was a cover.

Anything’s possible. But, Steve, if she did go someplace else, then where?

Where were we, sweetheart?

I was gonna ask you, um, what happened? I mean, how is it that you’re alive?

I wish I could tell you. I don’t even know myself. After I was left for dead, I spent years recuperating in a French sanitarium and then more years still trying to piece together who I was and how I got there. I mean, Stefano, of course, survived, went on to his old life again.

He’s gone now. But–you have heard, I’m sure.

The Phoenix is dead? I don’t believe it.

Mother, you– you really don’t know?

Oh, no, I’m cut off from the rest of the world here in Aremid. Well, at least I was.

Wha–why did you make that choice? I mean, you know, you could have reached out to me and Peter– just let us know that you were alive.

I was afraid that I’d be just trouble.

Oh, Mother, you could never be trouble. I mean, I’m just so happy to see you. I mean, look at this. This is a miracle. [laughter]

Not as happy as I am to see you. When little Rachel showed up on my doorstep, she just showed up there, and I realized that fate was telling me that it was time to reveal myself and do whatever it takes to help my family.

I’m glad– I’m glad Johnny’s doing better. You tell him take it easy. I’ll check in later. Yeah. Love you, baby. Detective Brady, thank you for the transcript of your interview with Jada Hunter.

Is that what we’re calling her now? No more–no more “Commissioner?”

Look, I know that you’re close to her, Detective Brady. After all, you were partners. But I’m hoping that you can put aside personal feelings. I’m counting on you to help ease the transition.

What transition?

I’ve put an interim commissioner in the job– Rafe Hernandez. [tense music]

What exactly do you think I’m up to?

I know you’re setting me up to look like a crooked cop because I got you fired. And nothing gets your adrenaline flowing more than revenge.

[grunting] [cries out]

What was that noise?

You appointed Rafe as commish? I mean, talk about a slap in the face to Jada.

It wasn’t intended as such.

Look, when I interviewed her yesterday, she was genuinely shocked at this so-called evidence. And for the record, I believe that she’s 100% innocent.

And I truly hope you are right.

Did Rafe say who at the PD leaked this information to him?

No. He wouldn’t reveal his sources. But if Jada’s own fiancée believes that she’s a dirty cop, then I have to take these allegations seriously. I have to believe that they’re credible.

Yeah, well, I don’t. And I never will.

Noise? I didn’t– I didn’t hear any noise. [muffled cry]

There it is again.

Oh, um, of course. We have workers down here doing repairs– hammering, drilling, you name it, morning, noon, and night. I’ve learned to tune it out. I wish I had that option with you.

God, you are insufferable.

Mm, one woman’s opinion, but not shared by all, I’m happy to say. But we should go. It’s too dangerous for you down here. You can insult me to your heart’s content upstairs. Come on. Let’s go.

You’re down here.

Well, I was just supervising. I just took off my hard hat. Shall we go?

Don’t touch me.

Look, I get why Ava wouldn’t want to get in the middle of my messy family situation. But to come up with this story about her leaving town?

Well, maybe she didn’t want you to follow her.

Steve, we haven’t even been seeing each other that long. It doesn’t make any sense why she would go to this trouble to just cut ties with me.

Or maybe she had every intention of going to China, but she never made it there.

Without telling Tripp that she was coming?

Or maybe she sent that text under duress. Or…

Or she wasn’t the one that sent the text at all.

Our little girl looks so much like you when you were her age. My heart melted when I saw her. And when she said her name was Rachel– [laughter]

I always knew if I had a daughter that I was gonna name her after you.

You made the happy family that you always wanted.

We are a happy family. I mean, at least we were.

Until she ruined it all.

Is that what Rachel told you?

More or less. I obviously took her feelings very seriously. And I thought it was a chance for me to make it up to you and Peter for all the years I missed.

Mom, you don’t owe me anything. None of that was your fault. You, hey, you suffered terribly. I’m really happy that you’re here, but–

But what, darling?

I–I can’t be party to what you’re doing to Ava.

What do you mean?

Mama, you have to let her go. [tense music]

Jada was my partner. She’s the best cop that I’ve ever worked with. She’s–she’s honorable. She’s kind.

You didn’t always think this way.

Yeah, because I was drinking then. But I’m not now. So I see things much more clearly.

Look, Jada is innocent until proven guilty. And I hope to hell that her name is cleared. But until we finish investigating, we cannot let the people of Salem lose confidence in our police department. Now, if Jada is ultimately cleared, the job is hers again.

Good. Good. I’m glad to hear you say that. But answer me this. Why did you have to give it to Rafe in the interim?

You think it should have gone to you?

No, no, I don’t think that at all. I just–you just recently fired him.

I was impressed with Jada’s improved case clearance rate, but now that that’s been called into question–look, Rafe has done the job before. He’s respected in the community. But now is not the time to put in someone with no administrative experience in the job. Now, Rafe, he’s the calm, steady hand. That’s the wheel that the people of Salem, they need right now.

Is he, though?

What do you have against Rafe?

Look, I just– I just don’t like the fact that right after you let him go, he went and he took a job working for EJ, and– and he broke Jada’s heart.

Well, you don’t have to like it, Detective, or any part of it. My decision stands. Now, I expect you to get on board with the new normal around here, and you rally the troops that work for you. That’s an order.

Yes, ma’am.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to go and break this news to Jada.

Look, Madam Mayor–

Yes?

Look, if you don’t mind, I’d like to be the one to tell her.

Jada, I’m going to level with you here. I asked Rafe to investigate because I was suspicious of the Keystone Kops’ astoundingly improved competence after you were put in charge.

Could it be that I was good at my job?

So was Rafe, supposedly. But your numbers were an outlier. And it’s not like I knew what Rafe would find. But what he did find is that you put people away on trumped-up charges, and for that, you’re just going to have to be punished.

I don’t believe anything out of your lying mouth.

Well, it’s enough that a lot of other people believe it, including your former fiancé. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I haven’t finished my breakfast.

Oh, there you are.

Ex-Commissioner Hunter was just leaving. Goodbye. Don’t come back.

I promise, when I do, I’ll remember to bring the handcuffs.

Except they took those away from you, didn’t they, along with your gun and badge?

EJ.

What?

Did she find you downstairs?

She did. I just went down to check on the construction.

Huh. Yeah. I’ve wondered where you went. By the way, Jada does not know about us. I told her I was here visiting Johnny.

Good. Good.

She was hopping mad when she got here, though.

And she was like that when she left, as you could see.

So, EJ, she said that you actually manufactured the evidence that Rafe found against her.

I’m well aware of what she believes.

Well, did you?

You think it’s possible that someone used Ava’s phone to text me?

Look, man, we both know about Ava’s checkered past. She’s been involved with the mob, with Clyde Weston’s people.

Yeah, but she cut ties with all those people.

You can never completely cut ties with people like that. And if one of them wanted her to disappear with Tripp away, the only person they’d have to cover their tracks with is you. When was the last time you spoke to her?

I don’t– I mean, like I said, she hasn’t been responding to my messages at all.

Did you have a fight or something?

No. No, the last time we spoke, Rachel was still missing, and Ava was very supportive of the whole thing, and a little while later, I get this voicemail from her, but the last part of it was just garbled. It was like she lost reception or something.

And that was the last time you heard her voice?

Yeah.

Can you play that voicemail for me?

Sure. – Brady, it’s Ava. You need to call me back as soon as you get this. [static buzzing, line crackling] But, look, technically, the text she sent me kind of fills in the blanks on that– that garbled part, right?

What if she didn’t send it?

Then it’s possible that that’s not what she said at all.

You want to let Ava go free?

Mother, you can’t keep her hostage.

Why not?

Why not? You’re the one who always taught me to do the right thing. Not that it completely took, but still.

But I also taught you that nothing is more important than fighting for love for family. Remember?

Yes, yes, and that part definitely took.

Because Rachel is such a bright, spirited girl. But I take it from what she said. She’s–she’s been through a lot.

She has, Mother.

And you’ve been through a lot, too, Kristen. If your father and I hadn’t been taken from you, things would be very different.

I suppose they would be.

Don’t you think that that girl deserves the family you never had? Do you want her to be a mother to Rachel? Because Rachel certainly doesn’t want that.

I doubt that relationship would even get that far, given Brady’s track record. I am not worried about Ava. And you shouldn’t be either, Mother.

But I am. Kristen, if you free Ava, she will go to the cops. And if she turns me in, so be it. But your darling girl told me that you were going to put her in therapy for sending threatening texts to Ava. I mean, what would they do? What would happen if the authorities found out she was– she was somehow all mixed up in a kidnapping plot? They’d take her away from you, I’m telling you. They might even put her away.

But you can’t keep her here forever.

No, I know. You’re right. But at least I can take care of her for the time being.

And then what happens next?

Well, then we can come up with a more permanent solution. [dramatic music]

God, I got a lot of questions still, Steve, even fewer answers than I started with.

Yeah. Listen, I know some of the people Ava was involved with in the past. I’ll work those contacts.

Thank you. Thank you. And listen, I don’t mean to lean into you too hard here, but is there one other thing you could do for me?

Name it.

Could you try to enhance the audio on Ava’s message? Then maybe we could figure out what she was trying to say before the reception went bad.

Yeah, send me the voicemail. I’ll see what I can do.

Great. You think she might be in real trouble, don’t you?

Unfortunately, I do. [tense music]

A more permanent solution? What does that mean, Mother?

I’ll figure it out. I can be very creative.

Ugh. You’re not gonna harm her.

Oh, pfft, no, not me, villain though she may be.

OK, Mother, she used to be my friend.

Used to be?

Yes, I mean, we had a falling out, and I do still have some empathy for her.

I understand. But, Kristen, listen. If there’s one thing that Stefano gave you, it’s the DiMera spine. You have to do this to protect Rachel. You must. You’re a mother like me. And that commitment, that sacred commitment, means that you have no choice.

I’m sorry, Ava. But she’s right. I have to protect Rachel.

There. I told you, my darling daughter. Mother always knows best.

Belle, the one who dug up the evidence against Jada was Rafe. He verified it himself. And do you seriously believe I would have Jada ousted merely because she had me replaced with you?

All right. I, uh, just hope you’re telling me the truth.

I just hope that you could stay a little longer, maybe have some lunch, and then afterwards, we can have a bit of a siesta?

Mm, I can’t. I have to go to work.

Oh, stinging words for a man who could spend the entire day in his robe. How about a rain check?

Sure.

And, uh, for the record, I’m glad you stayed over last night.

Well, for the record, me too. [soft music] [smooch]

Oh, this is all getting too close for comfort. [tense music]

Hey.

Shawn.

Look, I know I probably should have called first. But I saw your car out front, and I just wanted to stop by and see how you’re doing. Can I come in?

Sure.

Peace offering. I’m, uh, really sorry I had to drag you down to the station and grill you like that.

I understand that you were just doing your job. I’m grateful it was you.

Well, I’m glad you’re here. I, uh, wasn’t sure.

Well, join the club. I’m not sure about anything anymore. Rafe is still at the Salem Inn, and when he comes home, I guess I’ll be moving out.

Look, I’m sorry. If there’s anything I can do to help, I… Jada, speaking of Rafe, I, um– I have some news. And I wanted you to hear from me first.

That was Jada, wasn’t it? She’s here. Jada! Jada!

Save your breath. She’s gone. But I can’t risk someone finding you here. We’ve had far too many close calls.

What the hell is that? What are you doing to me?

[chuckles]

I want an answer by close of business. Belle, I’m glad I ran into you. There’s a situation that I want to discuss with you.

OK.

I’ve installed an interim commissioner in the job, Rafe Hernandez.

Wow. Uh, I assume Jada hasn’t heard the news yet.

Do I have to defend my decision to you, too? It’s only temporary until we see how all this shakes out.

And I assume you’re gonna be conducting an investigation?

Yes, yes, I am. And I do hope that Jada is cleared. But, you know, if it’s warranted, charges will be filed. Now, I’m only telling you this so that you can be prepared in case you have to prosecute her. [tense music]

So Rafe is back at his old job. You know, I shouldn’t be surprised. Things just keep going from bad to worse. You know, just yesterday, I was about to marry the man that I love. And now he won’t even take my calls. He’s taken my job. He doesn’t believe in me. I don’t understand any of it, Shawn. It’s like–it’s like he’s a completely different person. [sighs] What? What are you thinking?

Rafe was in a coma not long ago. Do you think that maybe it’s possible that maybe that might have something to do with the way he’s been acting?

The coma? It’s possible. When he first woke up, the doctors did say that he might experience some personality changes.

I mean, that right there, that might– that would explain a lot.

Yeah, but he was totally fine up until a couple of weeks ago, long after he had got better.

Still, it’s worth checking out, right?

Guess so. And I’m just– I’m just afraid that I already know the answer and that it has nothing to do with the coma. I just think that, uh– I don’t think Rafe loves me the way that I always thought he did, you know? [somber music]

Hey. Uh, you’re back so soon.

Yeah, I brought Rachel back. She’s in the kitchen.

Well, how did the, uh, therapy appointment go?

It went fine.

Fine. Well, you don’t look like it went fine.

The therapist said that she had a good first appointment. Rachel is doing well. I’m just not so sure about Ava.

Ava? Well, what do you mean?

I found out she’s not in Hong Kong with Tripp. [tense music]

Where is she then?

Kristen, I don’t know. But I’m afraid something is very wrong.

I do wish my daughter could have stayed longer. But now I have something to look forward to– her return. And as for you–

[muffled speech]

Oh, now, now, time for our daily constitutional. Let’s get some air.

[grunting] Well, Rafe, welcome to your new abode. [grunting] [sighs] How fortuitous that Kristen told me all about this place the other day– uninhabited and so far off the beaten path that no one’s gonna look for you here.

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Days Transcript Friday, February 7, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025March 1, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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[tense music]

Help! Somebody help!

Ava? Hey!

Brady!

Oh, my God. Oh, my God, are you– are you OK?

Yeah.

Are you all right?

I’m fine.

Are you hurt?

I’m fine, I’m fine. I’m so glad to see you.

Thank God. [tense bittersweet music]

God, I can’t believe– [Ava groans] I can’t believe you’ve been here this whole time. I had no idea. I’m sorry. Hey, I’m sorry I didn’t get to you earlier.

No.

You all right?

I’m fine. It’s OK.

It’s good to see you.

[chuckles] I’m so– [smooch] Brady. [tense somber music]

Damn. [Ava groans]

We have some time before Rachel’s therapy appointment.

Yeah, yeah. No, I know. I’m sorry I’m early. I just–I haven’t been sleeping that well.

Well, Rachel’s in the kitchen having breakfast. You want anything?

No. I’m fine, I’m fine.

I don’t think you are, Brady. You miss Ava. [somber music]

Rafe, why won’t you call me back? [suspenseful music]

[chuckles] [phone ringing] Not again. [person moaning on TV]

[people moaning on TV]

This is Rafe Fernandez. I can’t get to my phone right now. Please leave me a message.

[Jada sighs]

[phone ringing] [person moaning on tv]

Come on, girlie. Take the hint already.

[person moaning on TV]

[chuckling] Hey. My phone’s blowing up this morning.

What are you talking about, Feniger?

What I am talking about? I mean, Jada’s been calling me. I mean, it’s probably like the tenth time that she’s called me already. Must want some answers about what happened at the wedding.

I’m sure she does. [clears throat] Well done, by the way. I heard you gave quite the performance as the heartbroken groom.

Oh, yeah, I did. I really sold it.

Well, now that we’ve extricated Ms. Hunter from the commissioner’s office, the next step is to have you take her place.

So now I have to be the top cop?

You don’t want the job?

Well, it’s just, you know, I’ve never really been a 9:00 to 5:00 kind of guy. – Yeah, I gathered that. But rest assured, I will make it very much worth your while.

Well, I’m going to need you to be a little more specific.

And I’m going to need you to trust me. Do we have an understanding? Because I am not stopping now, not when we’re this close to the finish line. [suspenseful music]

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

Help! Somebody help! [Ava shouts] [ominous music] [sighs] It’s you.

Yes. And you’re wasting your breath. No one’s coming for you.

Brady will. I am sure of it. I just had a dream that he came through those doors.

Oh, how nice. But I’m afraid since Brady thinks you’ve flown off to China, your dream won’t be coming true.

I don’t blame you for being upset. I mean, my God, the woman took off to China without bothering to say goodbye to you.

I–I don’t wanna talk about it.

And if that wasn’t even hurtful, I mean, she broke up with you over text.

Kristen, did you hear me? I don’t wanna talk about it.

OK, fine.

Not like your relationship with Ava Vitali is, uh, my favorite topic of conversation. It’s just I don’t like to see you hurt, Brady. And you can’t take her ending things with you personally. She said she left because she didn’t want to come between you and Rachel.

Yeah, the problem is we just talked about this the other day. I told her that Rachel was seeking therapy and that there was no reason for us to end anything. And I thought she was on board. And then she gets on a plane without even telling me. I–

No, it surprised me, too. I mean, I really thought she cared about you. [sighs] Well, I mean, obviously, her feelings for you weren’t that deep, were they?

I guess not.

Aw, Brady. You–come on. You deserve so much better than this. You don’t deserve to be treated like that. [soft somber music]

We’ll talk later.

Yeah, we will. Because I am going to need some serious dinero.

I trust Harold restocked the toiletries?

Yes, he did. But don’t distract me, EJ. That call was about tanking Jada’s career, wasn’t it?

[scoffs] What do you mean?

I mean I just read “The Spectator.” And it seems that Rafe stopped the wedding and said he couldn’t marry Jada because he’d discovered a mountain of evidence that she’s a corrupt cop.

Well, despite the amount of evidence that Rafe is a bumbling idiot, turns out he’s quite the private detective.

[scoffing] Oh, well, you would know. Since you hired him. So all of this hell that Jada’s been going through, that’s all because of you, isn’t it? [tense music]

[knock at door]

Steve, hi.

I hope it’s not too early.

No, it’s fine. Please, come in. I am always happy to see you.

I called the police station, and they said you weren’t in.

Yeah, Paulina has me on administrative leave while they look into this so-called evidence against me.

I’m so sorry, Jada.

How is this possible? Just a few hours ago, you were walking me down the aisle. And now I’m under investigation for being a dirty cop? And I’m suspected for numerous crimes, none of which I committed.

I hope you know I don’t believe you did any of this.

Thank you, Steve. It means the world that you are here to support me. Which is much more than I can say for Rafe. Anyway, Rafe, I really need to talk to you. Please call me back as soon as you get this.

[chuckles] Sorry, babe. Not gonna happen. [knock at door] Jeez. Chick is relentless. Hey, can you get it through your head? I have nothing to say to say to– you.

Well, that’s too bad. Because I have something to say to you.

So Rafe’s not here?

When I finally got home last night, he was MIA. And I’ve left him a bunch of messages, but I haven’t heard back. Maybe he’s still at the inn?

Yeah. Listen, Jada, I know you’re hurting. But you’re not alone. You have plenty of people who care about you. And they’re going to do everything they can to make sure your name is cleared. I promise you that’s going to happen. [Jada sighs] And Rafe will come home.

Yeah, maybe after Gabi and Javi kick me out.

Oh, come on. That’s not going to happen.

[sighs] I–I can’t believe any of this is happening. Rafe knows me. As a cop and as a human being. And I thought that I knew him. It’s just–[sighs] This is just beyond out of character for him. Like, it’s freakin’ bizarre.

It sure is. That’s why we need to consider who hired Rafe in the first place. [suspenseful music]

Why did you hire Rafe, of all people, to dig up dirt on his own fiancée?

Do you have a problem with that?

I mean, I thought you would have a problem with that, considering how much you despise the man. And you just said you thought he was a lousy detective. Plus, Jada doesn’t even have so much as a parking ticket, so what would make you so sure that Rafe would find anything?

I wasn’t sure at all. I knew full well going in the search could come up empty.

But you went ahead with it anyway.

Well, given how egregiously I’ve been treated, I felt obligated to at least try.

You have an entire army of people on the DiMera payroll who do nothing but dig up dirt on people you want to destroy. So why wouldn’t you use one of them to do this for you?

Because, darling, if I produce the evidence myself, everyone will question it. But if it came from Rafe Hernandez, the very model of decency and fairness, it would be beyond reproach.

So, in other words, you used Rafe to dig up the dirt so you could be certain to bury his bride-to-be?

Boom, boom, boom.

[chuckling] Wow, EJ. I got to say, I mean, that is a truly despicable thing to do. [tense music]

Mayor Price, I’m sorry. I–I didn’t know it was you. Please, come in.

Thank you.

Yeah. So, uh, how’d you know that I was here?

I talked to your sister this morning. She said you’d spent the night here?

Yeah, I– I didn’t feel comfortable going home after… everything that happened.

You mean after you called off your own wedding to hand over all that evidence of Jada’s impropriety?

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, that.

Mm-hm, and the source of that information was a Salem PD detective, correct?

Yeah. Friend of mine owed me a favor.

OK, well, I am going to need that friend’s name.

Hmm.

It’s very romantic that you still feel that your knight in shining armor is going to appear. But I think you’re setting yourself up for disappointment.

You’re wrong. Brady is gonna know I didn’t write that stupid text.

Highly doubtful. That message I created for Rachel was quite convincing.

I–I never should have said anything about China.

Oh, but you did. And now Brady thinks you’ve left, sacrificing your relationship with him in the hopes that his precious daughter will come home.

No. Brady’s not going to believe that, because we decided that we didn’t need to break up because of Rachel.

Oh, but as your text said, you still felt that you did. So when Trapp called–

Tripp! You old bat, his name is Tripp.

So when Tripp, your son, invited you to China, you accepted. And decided that you would make plans to stay indefinitely, reconnecting, seeing the sights.

Oh, sounds lovely.

Doesn’t it? And it’s certainly a better story than just you just vanishing off the face of the Earth.

But what if it wasn’t a story? What if I made it the truth? [suspenseful music] [Kristen sighs]

I… I just wish Ava would have told me what she was thinking.

She never gave you a clue that she was leaving?

[sighs] She– she did tell me she felt partially responsible for Rachel running away. But I thought I’d convinced her to let that go. I just– I don’t understand why– why she didn’t come to me first and tell me.

Well, then ask her.

I tried calling her, and there’s no response.

Well, then, Brady, text her.

I–I thought, why would I text her? If she’s not picking up her phone, why would she answer her texts? But, you know, here I am, stewing and speculating. So why don’t I just text her? You know what? I’ll text her. I’ll do it right now.

Good idea. And while you’re doing that, I am going to go get Rachel’s backpack together. It’s about time. We have to go anyways.

Great.

All right. [suspenseful music] [notification chimes] What the–

[Kristen sighs]

The name?

Of the person that found those files for you.

Right, yeah. Yeah, and why do you need it again?

This is an official investigation now. That source provided a lot of serious evidence against Jada. I need to find out how they got it, when they got it, what their involvement might be.

Involvement?

Did they themselves commit any questionable acts? Did they have an ulterior motive? Also, Jada has the right to confront her accuser. So could you give me the name?

[inhales deeply] Yeah, right. Um… can’t do that.

Oof, despicable. That’s rather harsh.

And rather accurate.

I’m not sure how I became the villain in this situation when it was Ms. Hunter who cost me myjob. And at the very same time, she was convincing the mayor to have me fired for bending the rules, she was cutting corners left and right to earn herself a promotion.

Allegedly. Nothing’s been proven yet.

Mm.

Hmm.

Well, I can see why you’re holding out hope. Wouldn’t want to lose your champion.

[scoffs] My what?

Jada did get you installed as district attorney. Didn’t she? [Belle scoffs] Now that she’s on leave, she’s not around to protect you. [EJ inhales deeply] Tsk, tsk, tsk. Mm, poor thing. Now you’re suddenly out there all on your own,

Totally exposed. [soft upbeat jazz music]

I think you’re the one who should be careful.

Mm?

Because it is your most vital organ that is quite vulnerable.

I’m not sure I would consider that my most vital organ at the moment. [Belle chuckles]

Careful. [hand pats] Or you might find yourself totally exposed.

Really?

We’ll see about that. [Belle chuckles]

This has EJ DiMera’s signature all over it.

Yeah, and he obviously blames me for him losing his job. And he did threaten to retaliate, but I didn’t think he would take it this far.

When it comes to DiMera, there’s no such thing as too far.

OK, let’s back up for a sec. When I asked Rafe why he even agreed to dig up dirt on me for EJ, he said that he was sure that he wouldn’t find anything, that he just, you know, wanted to do it to make some extra money for our wedding. What? You don’t believe him?

No, I do.

What? Do you think that EJ made sure that Rafe would find something?

Yes, and the only way he could do that is if he manufactured it himself.

So EJ did this to get revenge.

Seems on-brand, right?

Absolutely. But the question is how do we prove it? [suspenseful music]

Why on Earth does Rachel have Ava’s phone?

It’s not locked. She must have disabled the passcode. And here’s Brady’s text that he just sent. And there’s Ava’s saying that she’s leaving town. Except she didn’t write these. Rachel did.

So if Ava’s not in Hong Kong, then where the hell is she? [sighs]

Oh, no.

Kristen? Is everything OK?

The truth? What do you mean?

I’ll go to Hong Kong for real. Look, all you care about is keeping me out of the way so Kristen and Brady can get back together. I mean, what a better way than sending me halfway around the world?

If I let you out that door, you’re going to call Brady the first chance you get.

No. No, I will not. [suspenseful music] Look, I have spent my fair share of time in mental hospitals for seeing people who weren’t there. So if I start popping off at the mouth about spending time with some mysterious woman in white, I’m going to get a one-way ticket back to Bayview. Look, I miss my son. He’s going to be married soon, and I want to be there. Look, this is a win-win. I get to see Tripp, you get to give Rachel exactly what she wanted, and you don’t have to worry about hiding me anymore. Please, I want to take this burden off of you.

How kind.

Look, all I’m saying is there are elements here that you cannot control. If I go to China, you will never hear from me again.

So what do you say?

[Paulina scoffs]

You can’t tell me the name of your source?

Yeah, well, like I said, a friend of mine did me a favor. And I promised them that there would be no blowback.

That’s a promise you shouldn’t have made.

Yeah, but this– this is Jada’s career we are talking about. Now, if I thought that there was anything that was off, without evidence, or if there was any red flag whatsoever that told me that it wasn’t legit, I would insist that you speak to the source. But I saw those files. And unfortunately, there is no need for that.

So you believe all of this about your fiancée?

Well, God knows I– I don’t want to. You know, I mean, just the thought of it, that– that I was going to marry this woman, I mean, it’s devastating. But I can’t say that, if I’m honest with myself, it’s at all surprising.

Meaning what?

[sighs] OK. Jada would never admit this, but there’s always a part of her that she felt like she was, um, an imposter. Yep. She was always trying to convince others that she was in the right place or, you know, constantly trying to– trying to, you know, make people believe that she deserved to be where she was at. And–[sighs] I don’t know, I– I just think that– that kind of behavior, you know, I think that– that can be dangerous. So unfortunately, um… I do believe it. [tense somber music]

But how do we prove that EJ manufactured the evidence?

I have a few ideas. So I guess that means you’re Black Patch’s newest client. Pro bono, of course.

Well, since my leave is unpaid, I am not going to fight you on that. Thank you.

Good. Well, I’m going to get started right away. But first, I have to go to the hospital and check on Kayla.

What? Why? What happened?

Oh, with everything that happened last night, I guess you haven’t heard. You remember Whitley King?

Of course, I do. The nurse who held Abe captive.

Yeah, well, turns out she was responsible for all the mayhem at “Body & Soul.” The tainted cupcakes, Bonnie’s accident.

I thought she was in Bayview.

Well, that didn’t stop her from going on the attack. Last night, she sent the entire cast scripts laced with poison. And since Kayla was the newest cast member–

Oh, my God, Steve. Why didn’t you say something?

Well, they have an antidote and everybody’s going to be fine. But I–I need to get going and just check on Kayla.

Yes, yes, please. Please go. And please tell her that I’m thinking of her.

I will.

Yes.

Like I said, as soon as I’m finished at the hospital, I’m on the case.

I really appreciate that, Steve. But in the meantime, I am going to get to the bottom of this myself.

What was that?

What?

I heard something. Samantha, is that you?

Oh! That is not funny.

Are you sure you don’t want to hide in the closet just in case?

We talked about this. [EJ chuckles] We agreed that we were not going to live in fear of my sister.

True, but it wouldn’t hurt to batten down a few of the hatches. I mean, you said it yourself. Now that your mother knows about our reconnection, it’s quite possible that Samantha could find out as well.

Yeah, and what is she going to do? Other than totally freak out?

Go after my vital organs.

[laughs] No. She’s gonna–she’s gonna have a temper tantrum, she’s gonna tell us both to go to hell, and then she’s gonna storm out like she does every other time. You and Sami are divorced. Shawn and I are divorced. We can do whatever we want. There is no reason to hide.

Strong argument, counselor. [Belle chuckles] I like it.

Mm.

Mwah. Now you go and have a shower. I’ll have Cook bring us some pastries, and I’ll meet you downstairs.

That sounds like a plan.

Oh, yeah.

Oh, yeah. [tense music]

So I could send you to China and be rid of you for good?

Exactly. And then you can go back to doing… whatever it is you do here.

Mm. It’s a very tempting offer. But I’m afraid I can’t take you up on it.

Why not?

Well, the truth is I don’t have much to do. And no one ever comes round here anymore. Except the Parrot Man. And he’s not a great conversationalist. So these little exchanges, this is the most I’ve spoken to a person in years.

So you won’t let me leave because you want to have someone to chat with?

I won’t let you leave because I don’t trust you. I’m sure as soon as you get to Hong Kong, you’re gonna turn right around and come right back.

No, no, I promise I won’t.

There, there, dear. It’s OK. I’ve already made up my mind.

Should we grab Rachel and head out?

Yeah, you know, Brady, I am not feeling very well.

What’s wrong?

[sighs] I–I don’t know. My head just started pounding.

Mm-hmm. Well, we’re headed towards the hospital. Why don’t we stop at the doctor’s office and you can have that checked out?

No, no, it’s not that serious. It’s just probably from all the craziness that’s been happening these past few days. It’s just catching up to me now. Would– would you mind, uh, taking Rachel to her appointment? I’m just gonna head upstairs and lie down for a bit.

Sure. Yeah, no–no problem.

Thanks. [suspenseful music]

EJ, are you down here? I thought we were gonna have– breakfast. [sighs] OK. [approaching footsteps]

Belle. What are you doing here?

I, uh, I just stopped by to see my nephew, Johnny. What brings you by?

I need to talk to EJ. Have you seen him? [tense music]

Rise and shine, Hernandez. Breakfast is served. [sniffs] Ooh. Whoop.

[EJ humming]

Ugh.

Oh, stop it.

What the hell are you doing here? Where’s your henchwoman?

Oh, Rita had other business to attend to.

Oh, yeah? Is she out maybe getting Arnold and Jada a wedding present? Matching his and hers tasers?

A wedding present? I thought I told you. I made it very, very clear that that wedding wouldn’t be happening. And it didn’t.

Oh, God. What did you do?

Not me. Arnold. He did exactly what I told you he would do. He outed Jada as a corrupt cop and dumped her at the altar.

I appreciate your honesty, Rafe. I can’t imagine that this is easy for you.

No, it hasn’t been. I care about Jada very much. As–as do you.

Oh, I feel terrible about all of this. But as I said, these are very serious allegations. And, well, as mayor, I had to sideline Jada while we look into all of them. Of course, I have to appoint a new police commissioner. At least temporarily. [suspenseful music] – So now I have to be the top cop?

You don’t want the job?

Well, it’s just, you know, I’ve never really been a 9:00 to 5:00 kind of guy. – Yeah, I gathered that. But rest assured, I will make it very much worth your while.

So you need someone to step in for Jada?

I just said that I did, didn’t I?

OK. Well, how about me?

Hey, Brady.

Hey.

I’m so glad to hear you found little Rachel.

Mm.

Is she OK?

Yeah, no, she’s fine. We’re just here for a therapy appointment.

Oh, gotcha.

Yeah, it turns out part of her grand plan was running away, hoping that she would get her parents back together. Although that’s not going to happen anytime soon, it made us realize that she could use the help of a child psychologist. Thank you, by the way.

For what?

For helping Ava with those texts that she was getting.

Oh, yeah, yeah. Yeah, I found out one of them was sent from the DiMera mansion. Ava was sure it was Kristen.

Yeah, so was I. But, um– [clicks tongue]

What? Are you telling me it was Rachel?

Yeah. Yeah. She thought Ava was some kind of an obstacle. And… it turns out she isn’t anymore, though.

What do you mean?

Ava broke up with me. She actually just left for Hong Kong to see Tripp.

She did? Well, that’s strange.

How come?

Tripp didn’t say a word about it to me. [tense music]

[words muffled] Come on. Come on, come on! Damn it! [door opens]

Hello? Is anyone here?

Kristen!

Oh, my God. Just as I thought. [Kristen sighs]

Ugh. Oh, God. Thank God, Kristen. Oh! How did you find me?

Um, you know, I– I found your phone in Rachel’s backpack, along with my scrapbook about Aremid. And so I just put two and two together. But the thing that I don’t understand, how did you get here?

Rachel called me and she said she needed help. She gave me this address. I immediately called Brady. I left him a message and I–

Right, right, right, right. The reception was bad and your message got cut off. That’s all. Yeah. He played it for me and Johnny. He wanted to see if we could figure out what you said. And in the end, it was all garbled.

And Rachel knew that. She knew that Brady didn’t hear me say that I was on my way here. And that is why he thought I went to China.

Rachel did this all by herself, tied you up and left you here?

No, she didn’t do it by herself. She had help.

I actually don’t know where EJ is. But I’m assuming this is about what happened at the wedding yesterday.

You heard?

Yeah, I read it in the paper this morning.

Well, don’t believe everything you read. I am completely innocent, which is why I need to speak to EJ. He is obviously behind this whole thing.

Jada is not a corrupt cop, you son of a bitch.

Mm. I’m quite certain the investigation will prove that she is. And now that there’s a vacancy for police commissioner, I’m going to make sure that Arnold fills it. Attaboy.

Yeah, right. That moron running Salem PD? He’ll never pull it off.

I don’t see why not. He’s impersonating you. And being a moron was your, uh, forte. [EJ chuckles]

You really are scum.

Mm, mm, mm. What I am, Hernandez, is one giant step to getting exactly what I wanted. Here. Come on.

You want me to appoint you as interim commissioner?

Well, I just want to do whatever I can to make a challenging situation easier. Now, this is obviously your call. And I completely understand if you have someone else in mind.

Oh, honestly, I don’t. Shawn, he did the job previously. But that was a bit of a disaster because he had a drinking problem back then.

Yeah. Uh, look, I understand how this looks, rehiring a guy that you– you just got rid of. But the public knows me and they trust me. And I’ve never been involved in any kind of scandal. My record is spotless. And I think that that’s exactly what you need right now, considering the suspicion surrounding Jada.

Mm. With the city council just breathing down my neck, I need to get somebody in that job right away. [suspenseful music]

You’re hired.

Oh.

I talked to Tripp last week, and he didn’t say a thing about Ava being there.

Well, this– this just happened. She texted me yesterday to let me know she landed in Hong Kong. I was blindsided by it.

So she didn’t tell you she was going?

No. No, I’ve been reaching out to her with no response. I mean, it’s fine if she doesn’t want to make a big deal or have a big talk about this. But I’d love to know that she was OK.

Yeah. Well, it’s not too late there yet. How about I give Tripp a call?

I’d appreciate that.

[phone beeps]

Hey, son. It’s your dad. No, no, no, everything’s OK. I’m just here with Brady. And he’d like to talk to your mom. Could you put her on? Oh. She’s not there? [dramatic music]

What do you mean, Rachel had help?

There is someone else here.

Who? Is it the Parrot Man?

No, she told me to call her the Woman in White.

The Woman in– what are you talking about?

Kristen, my love, is that you?

Mother?

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[light music]

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

I miss him too.

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

I know.

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

[dramatic music]

Hey, Julie. Julie. Hey.

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

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

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

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

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

Not always.

Always for me.

Well, that’s good for you.

[chuckles]

Are they sleeping?

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

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

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

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

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

– Ah. There’s my girl.

Hey.

Mm.

What are you doing here?

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

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

How so?

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

Mm. That was well worth the wait.

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

Damn. I went through all that for nothing?

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

I’m just so relieved that you’re OK.

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

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

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

I just– [sighs] I just really wish–

What?

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

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

[suspenseful music]

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

[dramatic music]

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

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

What’s going on with your mom?

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

Tell me what?

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

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

Yeah, she is all right, thank God.

Good.

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

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

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

[sighs]

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

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

Oh, my God, Joy.

[suspenseful music]

[phone ringing]

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

What about Alex?

I was told that he’s OK.

Oh, thank God.

Mm.

Wonder if Justin and Philip have heard the news.

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

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

I’m glad to hear that.

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

What? You said that he was opposed to that.

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

[breathing heavily] [knock at door]

Mom.

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

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

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

OK, fine. What’s the problem?

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

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

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

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

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

OK. I will book another session.

OK.

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

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

Yeah, I know. I get it.

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

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

Yes, you will.

[laughs]

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

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

And I have had a change of heart about someone.

Oh? Who’s that?

Cat Greene.

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

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

In what way?

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

Wow. You really like him, don’t you?

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

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

Is that a promise you can keep?

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

Xander!

But we won’t break them.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wait, what about Stephanie? Is she OK?

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

Steph quit the show?

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

Well, at least she wasn’t poisoned.

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

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

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

[sighs] She’s not picking up.

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

I have to get over there, Steph.

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

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

OK, well, let me drive you.

OK. Let’s go.

OK.

[exhales heavily] [light music]

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

Do you like, like him?

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

Does he know that?

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

Why not?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Really? Do tell.

Well, Xander and I– drumroll, please…

Oh. [patting lap]

We’re going to take over DiMera Enterprises.

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

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

That doesn’t make any sense.

Why not? What do you mean?

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

[laughs]

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

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

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

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

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

[knocking]

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

[gasps]

Joy, Joy. Hey.

Oh, my God.

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

Yeah.

OK, come on.

OK.

OK, Joy, it’s all right.

OK.

It’s OK. It’s OK.

OK.

All right. Here, just stand her up.

OK.

OK. Easy.

We got you.

OK. [light music]

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

Why not? I did.

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

That’s kind of like me and Todd.

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

And now he’s my boyfriend.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

You gonna be OK?

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

Well, good luck.

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

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

Yes, it is. So I’ll try.

I love you.

I love you too.

[sighs]

[monitor beeping]

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

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

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

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

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

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

I’m fine, thanks to that antidote.

Hmm.

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

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

Wow.

Alex? Alex, is that you?

Hey, Joy, yeah. I’m right here.

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

Poor Joy. Such a nightmare.

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

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

We? So you and Alex are back together?

Why do you ask?

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

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

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

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

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

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

You used me.

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

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

Alex is not the reason why I stopped seeing Philip.

[sighs]

Hey.

Oh, how’s Joy?

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

Thank God. Can I go see her?

Sure. Yeah.

Well, I’m glad Joy is gonna be OK.

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

I see what you mean about a crazy night.

[sighs]

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

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

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

That sounds good.

OK. Love you.

Mm. [tense music]

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

Not just attempt. We are going to succeed.

What? You don’t like the idea.

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

I’m not afraid of Kristen.

[clears throat]

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

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

Then who, Chad?

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

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

And I will.

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

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

[scoffs] [phone beeps]

It’s Sarah. Yeah, she wants to meet.

[scoffs]

[tense music]

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

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

And I am.

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

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

[scoffs] Don’t be a smart-ass.

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

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

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

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

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

Hello, Kate.

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

Keep your voice down, will you?

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

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

Oh, like you didn’t tell your wife?

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

Mm, I bet she is.

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

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

So you support our decision? [dramatic music]

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

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

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

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

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

[sighs]

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

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

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

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

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

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

[light music]

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

I’m glad.

Mm.

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

[chuckles] Thanks. You are too.

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

Love you too.

[laughs]

Hi, Cat.

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

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

Same here.

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

Kind of.

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

Marlena got the approval.

Yep. It’s all set.

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

Thank you. [chuckles]

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

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

[dramatic music]

Come on, old girl. You can do this.

[light music]

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

Of course, yeah. Have a good night.

You too. Bye, Felicity.

Worth a try.

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

Who’s keeping him in check now?

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

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

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

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

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

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

[door slams]

[sighs]

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

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

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

Joy? What–is Joy a victim?

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

Well, is she OK?

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

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

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, it is a relief.

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

[sighs]

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

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

Only if you’re sure.

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

No, you’ve made yourself pretty clear.

OK.

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

Well, then allow me to constantly reassure you.

That’s very kind.

I just–I hate being needy…

Mm.

You know, insecure.

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

Oh, yeah?

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

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

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

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

[sighs]

[tense music]

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[tense music]

So what did Abe say?

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

Well, it sounds like Leo.

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

Sweetness, are you OK?

I just feel kind of– I don’t know. I–

Oh, baby. Hey. Oh.

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

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

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

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

You’re right.

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

[groans]

Johnny!

So what is this, some kind of a joke?

Oh, my God. What if it’s the stalker?

What stalker?

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

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

You are suddenly looking a little green around the gills.

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

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

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

Hello, Abe. What took you so long?

[soft orchestration]

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

[tense music]

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

Everything OK, Seth?

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

Take your time.

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

From the hospital?

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

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

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

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

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

It is–it’s so unfair.

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

Who is they?

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

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

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

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

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

How are they going to do it?

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

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

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

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

[sighs]

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

This is not a social visit, Whitley.

Oh, dear. You sound upset.

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

Guilty as charged. How did you figure it out?

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

Ah, she got the latest script.

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

Sasquatch.

I beg your pardon?

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

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

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

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

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

What the hell are you talking about?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Seth? Seth, is everything OK?

[groans]

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

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

Alex. Alex, wake up.

Steph, what’s going on?

There you are.

Where was I?

You passed out.

I don’t feel good.

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

Johnny. Johnny. Johnny, talk to me.

(WHISPERING) What happened?

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

Help me up?

Yeah.

[grunts]

You good? How are you feeling?

Uh–out of it, dizzy, nauseous.

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

What’s wrong?

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

[grunts]

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

Where?

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

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

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

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

Will you stop your blubbering?

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

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

[coughs]

Oh, are you thirsty?

[clears throat]

Yeah, um–ice water.

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

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

OK. [sighs] [somber music]

Sarah, thank God.

What is it? What’s wrong?

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

What happened?

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

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

What? When?

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

How’s he doing?

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

Heart racing?

That, too.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sweeping changes.

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

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

Am I going to die?

You most certainly are not.

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

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

What’s the holdup?

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

Hey, Lenny.

Hmm?

Can I ask you something?

Yeah, anything.

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

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

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

Invisibility has its benefits, Abe.

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

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

How’d you get her number?

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

And you tried to murder Bonnie.

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

It was a temporary recast.

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

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

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

Sarah?

What happened to him?

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

OK, what was he doing right before–

The script.

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

[sighs] Not another one.

Another one? What are you talking about?

I think that Johnny’s script was poisoned.

What?

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

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

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

You mean–you mean Bonnie.

She’s not Kassandra Lovegood.

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

Too far? I’m fighting for my life.

What are you talking about?

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

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

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

OK. Thanks for the update.

What’s the word?

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

Better.

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

Thanks to you.

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

No. No way.

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

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

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

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

What is that?

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

How did you get your hands on it?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

That’s great news.

Yeah.

So she’s going to be OK?

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

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

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

You’re very welcome.

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

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

Yeah?

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

OK.

Thank you so much, Sarah.

Of course.

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

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

Yeah. Well, I’ll hold you to that.

OK.

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

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

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

Whitley–

You have to die.

Please.

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

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

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

A lot of people in distress.

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

Well, she wasn’t.

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

[chuckles] My precious wife.

[chuckles]

I’m so grateful to you.

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

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

[laughs]

What? What’s wrong?

Nothing. Just looking at my husband.

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

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

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

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

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

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

You better not let Bonnie hear you say that.

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

Oh, that’s all it took, huh?

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

Oh. Back at you, Lenny.

Come here. [soft music]

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

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

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

Yeah, I’ll say.

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

What?

Something I was going to do before I collapsed.

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

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

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

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

I love you, my darling.

Yeah? What about Rhett?

[laughs] What about him?

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

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

Don’t you forget it.

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

Looks that way.

Do you have any idea who’s behind it?

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

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

Henry?

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

What is she babbling about?

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

[laughs] Should have guessed.

Poor thing.

She is definitely one sick puppy.

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

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

Whitley–

Hm?

I’m not Henry Marshall.

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

I am sorry. I truly am.

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

We will always have Pineview.

OK. OK. OK.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft music]

[gasps] Oh!

[groans]

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

Thanks.

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

[muffled] Yeah, it’s a long time.

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

They recast me with Kayla.

What?

Kayla. Kayla.

Oh, Kayla. Oh, Kayla.

Mm-hmm.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

And the spoiler for Regan and Arrow.

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

What do you mean?

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

And I thought I was feeling good before.

Before?

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

Yeah. You were pretty chill now that I–

Yeah.

I think about it, yeah.

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

Oh.

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

No wonder.

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

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

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

Yeah.

I should have listened to my gut.

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

[soft orchestration]

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

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

Hey. Uh, this was at your front door.

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

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

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

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

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

You’re a good friend.

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

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

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

Did I just hear my name?

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

Hmm.

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

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

All right, all right.

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

What happened?

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

OK.

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

Hmm.

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

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

Oh, no.

What?

The baby’s not breathing.

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

Um, no. No, the baby doesn’t die.

Oh, good.

I do. [intriguing music]

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

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

I understand.

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

You’re right.

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

That is the last thing that I want.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Uh–

Oh, is there a problem?

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

Aww.

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

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

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

Oh, lucky you.

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

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

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

Me? I’m no actor.

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

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

Hmm.

Yeah. Yeah.

Thank you.

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

That’s insane. They can’t kill Regan.

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

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

What? You get hit by a car?

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

And what about Arrow?

It says he’s dead. [tense music]

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

Ah. Guess you haven’t talked to Paulina.

No. Why?

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

What?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. But I won’t be around then.

Well, why not?

Because I quit.

You’re quitting your job?

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

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

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

Uh, then what is the reason?

Alex Kiriakis. [soft dramatic music]

So I guess we’re fired?

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

Yeah.

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

April 1.

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

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

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

Oh, no, don’t. Don’t.

Yes.

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

Oh, you’re OK with whatever happens?

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

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

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

Hmm.

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

OK.

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

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

OK. I will.

Really?

Really.

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

Oh, no, that won’t be necessary.

Oh, so you do need a little more time?

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

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

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

Mm-hmm.

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

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

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

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

That is not even close to your line.

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

[laughs]

How was that?

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

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

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

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

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

Oh, what? What is it?

There is something more. Kassandra dies too.

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

What? No, of course not.

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

Mm-hmm. [intriguing music]

So you’re quitting for Alex Kiriakis?

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

Now that you’ve broken up with my son.

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

Have you talked to him about this?

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

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

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

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

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

[sighs]

Well, don’t get too excited.

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

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

Bingo. But you’re not with Philip anymore.

No. But you’re still with Joy, right?

Kinda.

Define “kinda.”

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

So that you and I could what?

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

What if I wasn’t?

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

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

Yeah.

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

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

What about tomorrow’s script?

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

You know you can always just stay here, too.

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

Great. Yeah, yeah, tomorrow.

OK.

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

Also?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yeah. Oh, OK. Oh, my God.

What?

Leo killed off Dr. Lamoray.

What?

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

Hey.

Hey. That was fast.

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

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

It’s OK.

I quit “Body & Soul.”

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

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

I’m just, um– wow.

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

Steph, I don’t even know what to say.

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

Yeah, yeah, more than I wish it were.

What do you mean?

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

And you’re not anymore?

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

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

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

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

Well, I am sorry to see her go.

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

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

You do the same thing.

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

OK.

You know, maybe this whole thing is my fault.

How so?

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

I guess it’s possible.

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

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

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

Oh. Kayla, hi.

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

Well, I’ll help if I can.

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

What?

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

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

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

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

So what should I do?

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

Hey, hey. I need a word with you.

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

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

What? No, she doesn’t.

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

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

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

Well, it didn’t come from me.

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

So what is this? Some kind of a joke?

Oh, my God. What if it’s the stalker?

What stalker?

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

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

You are suddenly looking a little green around the gills.

Yeah. [soft dramatic music]

I should get something to drink.

[shallow breathing]

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

Of course I do.

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

So what did Abe say?

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

Well, it sounds like Leo.

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

Sweetness, you OK?

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

Oh. Baby, hey. Oh.

You’re right.

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

[grunts] [groans]

Johnny!

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

[ominous music]

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Days Transcript Monday, February 3, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

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

I have something to say.

What is going on here?

Leo, what the hell are you doing?

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

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

I know. But this is important.

Oh, for god’s sake.

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

OK, what is it?

It’s nothing. Nothing.

Are you sure you don’t want me to–

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

[siren wailing]

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

Yeah, it’s fine.

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

Yeah, well, just doing my job.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yeah, she was definitely both of those things.

So did you two–

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

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

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

Rafe, what is it? Is everything OK?

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

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

I’m sorry, but I can’t marry you.

[indistinct murmuring]

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

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

[soft orchestration]

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

Rafe, what is this about?

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

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

I hate that I have to do this right now.

What is he doing?

I have no idea.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Better taste?

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

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

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

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

No. No, actually. No.

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

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

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

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

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

What is on your phone?

It’s about the case.

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

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

Who?

You.

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

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

No, we don’t know anything about this.

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

What?

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

What kind of dirt was he looking for?

Didn’t matter. Anything I could find.

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

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

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

Yeah.

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

EJ.

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

Well, I just came from court.

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

Let me guess. You’ve come to gloat?

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

Well, I can see that.

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

I’m sure he did.

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

I can understand why you felt uncomfortable seeing him.

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

It was a tad awkward.

Yeah, just a tad.

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

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

What the heck is this?

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

Will you stop looking at that phone and answer me?

She deserves an answer, Rafe.

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

Excuse me?

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

OK, so what’s the problem with that?

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

You found something?

Yes.

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

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

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

What do you mean by “handle our relationship”?

We don’t have a relationship, EJ.

You’re the one who used the word.

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

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

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

Who else?

You know who else. My mother.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jada.

Just tell me what you found.

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

Which detective?

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

So this person went through my files?

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

Until you got that text.

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

And– and what? What?

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

That’s not possible.

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

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

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

What other reason would I have for coming over here?

I don’t know. You tell me.

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

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

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

Good to know.

It was a– a drunken mistake.

I was sober, but I hear you.

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

Choices are important.

So I’m leaving.

Bye. Go. Go on.

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

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

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

Dossier?

Yes. With all the evidence against you.

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

I have it right here. [tense music]

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

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

What is it?

It’s a dossier.

The detective must have left it for you.

You’ve looked at it?

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

And did you see who put them on your desk?

No.

What do the files say?

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

No, that’s–

What does that mean?

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

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

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

No, no, I would never do that.

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

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

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

Let me see those files.

Actually, I think that I should take those.

We shouldn’t be doing this.

Shouldn’t we?

It was a mistake. I just got a divorce.

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

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

Mm-hmm.

Oop, OK.

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

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

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

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

Then why the hell are you doing it?

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

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

Investigation?

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

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

I wish that were the case.

I wish I’d never found any of this.

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

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

Jada–

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

Wait, questioning? What, right now?

Is this really necessary?

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

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

Jada, I’m sorry. ** * [sultry music]

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

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

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

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

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

No, she wasn’t arrested.

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

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

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

You mean you want to help her?

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

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

Let’s hope so.

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

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

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

Rafe, why did you do this?

I had no choice.

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

Yeah, I’m not doing that.

What do you mean?

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

Oh, so you’re not in the mood?

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

Fine. But we will talk about this later.

OK. [somber music]

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

You OK?

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

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

Excuse me?

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

What are you talking about?

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

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

I don’t know, Jada. I really don’t know.

But you know me. Am I the kind of person who’s going to play fast and loose with the law just to look good as a commissioner? Is that what you think of me?

Of course not.

You were with me the whole time when Rafe was in a coma. And you– and you saw that I was struggling to keep the department on track.

I remember how difficult it was for you. But maybe it was those struggles that led you to cut corners.

No. I didn’t, and I wouldn’t. My focus was on carrying Rafe’s legacy on as commissioner. I spent every spare minute I had at his bedside. I was afraid that he wasn’t even going to wake up.

Well, thank god. He did.

But how could he do that? How could he dig up dirt on me? How could he tell me that he loved me in one breath and at the same time try to find something that would hurt me?

He did say that he only took the case because he thought he would find nothing.

Still, my fiancé was looking for dirt in my past.

Why? Why would he do that in the first place?

Ah, see, I almost forgot. Before I exposed Jada, you were about to tell everyone what you saw in my hotel room, weren’t you?

Look, look, look. Don’t blame Javi. I’m the one who stood up first.

Oh, yeah. I remember. Why would you tell this creep? Talk about a rat. And what happened to guy code, huh? “What happens at the bachelor party stays at the bachelor party”?

First of all, the party was over. I had to tell someone. It was eating me up.

All right, whatever. You know what? It doesn’t matter now anyway, because my wedding is in the shambles, and the love of my life just cheated her way into my job. So if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got to go figure out what I’m going to do with the rest of my life. [somber music]

I can’t believe that just went down.

Tell me about it. I thought I had a lock on the craziest wedding interruption in this town, but that– that just blew it out of the water.

OK. So what do we do now?

What do we do?

Yeah. Do we still tell Jada that Rafe cheated on her? I mean, we did decide that it was the right thing to do.

True, but–

But what?

Well, you wanted Jada to know the truth before she committed herself to Rafe for life. Doesn’t look like they’re getting married anytime soon. And considering that Rafe betrayed her twice in the last 24 hours, I think the commissioner dodged a bullet.

Yeah, you’re right. If we tell Jada now, we’ll just be kicking her when she’s down. And she’s got enough problems as it is.

Take Jada into the interrogation room. And the two of you just go over all this piece by piece.

I’m really sorry to do this.

Me too.

Do you want to wait for your lawyer or a union rep?

Let’s just get this over with. My fiancé just tore me apart at what was supposed to be our wedding. It’s not like this day can get any worse.

I just don’t get it. I mean, I thought Rafe was a really good guy, and then he does this.

I know.

He goes after the woman he claims he loves in such a cruel way?

Well, he has been making some very questionable choices lately.

Yeah, I have to say, I couldn’t imagine this in a million years. It really is unbelievable.

It’s more than unbelievable. It’s insane.

We know Jada. She is one of the most moral, ethical people I’ve ever met.

That’s why we need to consider the source.

You mean that detective friend of Rafe’s?

No, I’m talking about where this case originated. This has EJ DiMera’s filthy fingerprints all over it.

So do you still think this was a mistake?

[chuckles] My brain’s not really in thinking mode right now.

[laughs] Good. Good. As I said, thinking is overrated.

No argument here.

Ohh. [phone beeps]

Hold that thought.

No. You’re not going to answer your phone right now.

Sorry. Sorry, I’ve just been dealing with some staffing issues here at the house.

Good news?

Very.

[sighs] [phone beeps]

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Days Nitpicks & Flubs For The Week Of January 27, 2025

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Michele Johnson

Nitpicks & Flubs

Ava from Days

Monday

-The music playing during Leo and Javi’s scene could be heard while Doug was shown.

-Ava could be heard calling out Rachel’s name while Brady was shown.

-Brady could be heard calling out Ava’s name while Ava was shown.

-How did The Woman in White know to hide Ava’s body before Brady and Kristen got to Aremid?

Tuesday

-Johnny could be heard talking to EJ while Chanel was shown.

-How did Javi know to invite people to Rafe’s bachelor party when he doesn’t know any of them?

-Jada could be heard talking to Shawn while Javi was shown.

-Stephanie could be heard talking while Arnold was shown.

Wednesday

-The phone in Aremid could be heard ringing while Kristen was shown.

-Brady could be heard talking on the phone while Ava was shown.

-Shawn could be heard talking to Chanel while Brady was shown.

Thursday

-Gabi could be heard talking to Jada while Rafe was shown.

-Arnold could be heard talking to Javi while Jada was shown.

-Rafe could be heard talking to EJ while Jada was shown.

-Javi could be heard talking to Rafe while Jada was shown.

-Jada could be heard talking to Stephanie while Arnold was shown.

Friday

-Jada could be heard talking to Stephanie while Kayla and Steve were shown.

-Leo could be heard talking to Javi while Arnold was shown.

-Why did Rafe choose to talk to Rita instead of leaving the mansion? He could have gone to the police himself instead of expecting her to call them.

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Days Opinions For The Week Of January 27, 2025

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Michele Johnson

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Does Holly have any friends other than Sophia? Whenever she has a problem with Tate, she goes running to Doug. Why doesn’t she go to one of her other friends? She needs to stop telling him all her problems, especially since she doesn’t know him. We know the writers are heading towards putting them together, but it doesn’t make sense for her to keep talking to someone she barely knows about her boyfriend.

Why did Stephanie tell Chanel that she had her back when it concerned Johnny? Stephanie is Johnny’s cousin, yet she sided with Chanel. Johnny is the one in the wrong, but Stephanie could show some loyalty to her cousin. Stephanie has no loyalty to her family or else she wouldn’t have told Chanel that she would support her.

Belle needs to make up her mind about her feelings for EJ. One minute she considered him a regret that she slept with him and the next she defended sleeping with him again. Does she want to be with him or not? If she doesn’t, she has a hard way of showing it. She may as well give in to temptation and be with EJ if she’s going to keep sleeping with him.

Speaking of EJ and Belle, Marlena was upset about Belle being with EJ after what he’s done to the family. Did Marlena forget that she was willing to give Ben the key to the city after he tried to kill Will? If she’s going to be upset about what EJ’s done to the family, she should be upset with Ben for what he did to her grandson. She must have selective anger when it comes to her family.

We were shocked that Shawn defended Johnny to Chanel. Shawn and Johnny barely interact with each other, yet he was willing to defend Johnny to Chanel. It was good to see family look out for each other even if they don’t interact with each other. We applaud Shawn for telling Chanel that she should fight for her marriage considering he wasn’t willing to do that for his own marriage.

What is EJ’s end game? Does he plan on killing Rafe or keeping him in the wine cellar for life? We see how the writers are trying to make EJ come off like a saint because he’s feeding Rafe, but the man is still holding him hostage. Does EJ expect his plan to work and keep Rafe alive? It doesn’t make sense to keep Rafe tied up in the cellar. How long does he think he can keep people out of there before Rafe is caught?

The writers could have casted an actress to play Jada’s mother. What are the odds that her mother would be sick and not be able to go to Jada’s wedding? Since Jada’s mother has never been on the show, they could have casted her instead of making her miss the wedding. It’s bad enough her sister wasn’t making the wedding, but her mother wasn’t either. Both characters could have been casted so Jada could have someone from her family at the wedding.

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Days Transcript Friday, January 31, 2025

Posted on January 31, 2025February 8, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[soft music]

Ah.

Oh–oh, my.

[laughs]

Lordy, Lordy, Lordy. You look so beautiful.

Oh, well, you are not bad yourself.

Oh, is that right?

Yes. Mm! You know, I really wanted to break out and go to Jada’s bachelorette party, but I got stuck in the ICU all night. I mean, do you see the bags?

Oh.

What? Bags?

Yes, these bags under my eyes. You know, if I was traveling today, they would make me check them.

Baby, don’t check those bags. They’re beautiful, just like the rest of you. All you have to worry about today is that you don’t upstage the bride. [cell phone ringing] – It’s Rafe.

Ah, see? Told you he didn’t let you down. [cell phone rings]

Hello?

Hey, baby. Sorry I didn’t hit you sooner.

Oh, it didn’t even cross my mind.

Well, I just wanted one last call with my gorgeous fiancée before she becomes my wife.

I was just telling Dr. Evans– I mean my best friend, Marlena– how happy we are.

No, I’m mad at you.

Me? What? Why?

Because you ruined Jada and Rafa’s wedding.

What are you talking about? Look, I have been blamed for many things, but how did I ruin a wedding that hasn’t even happened yet?

Well, it might not ever happen because… last night Rafa cheated on Jada. [ominous music]

I’m so glad you called. You know, when I didn’t hear from you this morning, I started getting a little paranoid. Thought maybe you were getting cold feet.

Cold feet? [scoffs] No way, baby. My feet are so damn hot, you could fry an egg on them. But listen, listen, all right? There is nothing that can stop me from making you my bride today. [dramatic music]

There’s not going to be a wedding, you son of a bitch. It’s been fun, but it’s over now. [soft orchestration]

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So how was the bachelor party?

Well, I hope you have some of those, uh, hangover remedies in your bag because I think some of the dudes are gonna need ’em today.

Wow. That good, huh?

Ah, I wouldn’t exactly say “good,” uh, at least not for me.

What? Why?

Well, I found out that, uh, Rafe took a case working for EJ DiMera and decided not to tell me about it.

I thought he and EJ hated each other.

They do, but that obviously didn’t stop Rafe from taking the job.

What sort of case are they working on?

Well, Rafe claims that EJ hired him to track down Sloan Peterson.

What do you mean by “claims”?

Well, a couple of weeks ago, Rafe told Jada that I sent him out of town on a case, which I did not do.

What do you think’s going on?

I don’t know, but I didn’t think last night was the night to get into it with him. But I’ll tell you something– after the honeymoon, Rafe and I are going to have a little tête-à-tête about our working relationship. [dramatic music]

Come on. That’s crazy. Rafe is head over heels in love with Jada. I can’t believe he would cheat on her.

Well, he did, with a complete stranger.

Okay, okay. I’m sure that everyone had a lot to drink. Are you sure you didn’t see him just with a very attractive mannequin?

No, it was with a human being, if you want to call her that. It was with the stripper. No, excuse me, the exotic dancer that you hired for the bachelor party.

No, no. Sally would never do that. She and I go way back. We did this off-Broadway– well, it was an off-off-off-Broadway play together about the rivalry between Joan Crawford and Bette Davis. Obviously, I played Joan, and Sally… Well, frankly, she never got it. She never got it. All of that is to say, Rafe is not her type. Men are not her type.

Okay, well, that Sally must have called in sick, because that skank– her name was Savannah.

Oh, God, no. They sent Savannah? She would sleep with a lamppost. In fact, last year she did sleep–

Leo, I don’t care about the stripper or the lamppost. I care about my cousin, and I care about Jada. I mean, how could he do this to her? I-I don’t understand. This isn’t the Rafa I know… at all.

Yeah, well, you know what I was thinking? I know it’s last-minute, but I was thinking that maybe we could do one of those, uh, you know, photo-booth setups. Yeah, maybe we’ll get one that looks like, uh– you know, it looks like one of those old VW campers or something.

That sounds fun, but Javi did pretty much all the planning, uh, since work has been so crazy these past couple of weeks. I am beyond grateful to him. But I have a feeling that we’re in for a few surprises.

Yeah. Well, uh, what’s a wedding without a few surprises, huh?

And speaking of which, have I got a surprise for you, birthday boy.

Well, I can’t wait to see it.

I love you so much, Rafe.

Right back at you, babe.

[chuckles] See you soon, husband-to-be. [cell phone beeps]

Well?

Well, he sounded upbeat… like he, you know, can’t wait to marry me.

See? I told you– nothing to worry about.

[chuckles] [sighs]

Hello? Where’s Harold? Hello? Buongiorno! Buenos días. Anyone? It’s Rita Lesley! This would have never happened when you were alive, sir. There’d always be someone here to greet a guest. My, how times have changed. [dramatic music]

What the–

You know… [scoffs] Rafe is such a man of his word. He’s trustworthy. I mean, there must be a rational explanation for him to go behind your back.

To take a case working for EJ DiMera? I sure as hell hope so.

Yeah, so do I.

[sighs] Listen, uh, don’t say anything to Jada about this. This is her day. I want it to go off without a hitch.

Absolutely. I will not say a word. Mm.

Right. [soft music] Uh… I sure wish Marcus was here to see his little girl today.

Me too. I would love to see him give her away, wouldn’t you?

But I know that he would be so grateful that you are stepping into his shoes.

He would.

I love you, Steve Johnson.

I love you, too, baby.

Get a room, you two.

[chuckles]

Javi, I am so sorry. Who’d have thought, right? Like, Rafe is so straight, in every sense of the word.

I know, he is.

Like, he’s the kind of person who would say something like, “Everybody ready to rock and roll?” before leaving a restaurant. Like, I would bet he has the full “Band of Brothers” DVD set. He’s that kind of straight.

[laughs] Yeah, he is. And he pulls out these “Wedding Crasher” quotes from time to time. And then I think to myself, imagine being this into women.

Okay, so do you think that maybe you might have caught my case of “jumping to the wrong conclusion” syndrome? Because it is very contagious, and I was sneezing earlier.

No, no, no. I am sure. I walked in on them in his hotel room. She was wearing nothing but a towel.

Maybe her shower wasn’t working.

Rafa admitted it, Leo. He slept with her! And then he begged me, pleaded with me not to say anything to Jada. How am I supposed to keep this a secret from her?

[voice breaking] Mom, believe me, I would give anything to have you here today. And Dad, too, of course. [sniffles] Yeah, yeah. No, we’ll send you lots of pictures. I promise. Listen, you just focus on getting better, okay?

I love you, too, Mom… so much. Bye. [cell phone beeps] Ah, I can’t cry anymore. Thank you.

Yeah. How’s your mom?

Uh… she’s okay. She has a really bad flu– like, shivers, 104 fever. But I’m just–I’m really glad that she didn’t try to fly out tonight, even though I really– I really wish she’d be here.

I know.

Yeah. [sniffles] [sighs] You know, she wasn’t at my, uh, first wedding either, obviously, since me and Bobby eloped. But, you know, I-I-I didn’t get at all emotional… actually. That should have been the first clue that something was off… more than off, given that I thought the man I was marrying was someone completely different altogether. – Commissioner Hernandez– I mean, former Commissioner Hernandez.

Yeah, who are you?

What in the world? I’m Rita Lesley, executive assistant at DiMera Enterprises.

Okay, do you have a phone? I need to call the police.

The police? Why? What’s going on? And what were you doing coming out of the walls?

EJ, EJ DiMera– he’s been holding me hostage.

What? Why would Mr. DiMera do that?

This guy Arnold Feniger– he has been posing as me.

Posing as you?

Yes. Yes. And my fiancée, she is about to get married right now, today. I need to stop this.

Oh, well, my goodness, of course. I-I have a phone in here somewhere. [dramatic music]

[exhales deeply]

[cell phone ringing]

[line trilling]

Come on, come on, come on. [line beeps] EJ, hey, it’s Arnold. Listen, man, I need to hear from you to get my final marching orders. I thought I was going to hear from you, like, um… yeah, like, an hour ago, man. Yeah. Call me. [cell phone beeps] [knock at door] Hmm, must be him. About time, EJ–

Hairspray, pepper spray– dangerous world out there– movie ticket… [chuckles] Oh, a coupon! Oh, dear, expired.

Please, can you hurry? I think I’m about to pass out.

You know what they say. Patience is a– Aha! Got it.

What is that? That’s not a phone.

No, it’s not. It’s a Taser. [Taser clicking]

[groaning, screams]

I’m sorry. We didn’t know you were there.

Oh, I jest, you two. I am all for PDAs for people in love, like you two.

[giggles] Well, speaking of people in love, where’s Abe?

Oh, well, he and Kate– they got stuck at the office. Oh, and, you know, they fell behind in taping because of Bonnie’s hapless fall down that elevator shaft. Oh, and God forbid that you fall behind in production.

Right. Right. I’m just so glad I didn’t have to tape today.

Oh, yes. I heard about that new role of yours, Kassandra. [laughs] Congratulations.

Ah, thank you, but I am just filling in.

Oh, still, still, Abe is, oh, so grateful that you agreed to step in while Bonnie’s convalescing.

Well, he’s a very hard person to say no to.

Oh, don’t I know it. You know that man almost got me to go skydiving with him once, until I got a hold of some video online. I watched it. I said, oh, hell, no.

Yeah, yeah, no skydiving for me either, absolutely.

Well, since you’re flying solo tonight, Paulina, why don’t you sit with us?

Oh, that’s mighty kind of you, but I’ll be standing. I’m the officiant.

Oh.

Oh, right. We should have realized.

Mm-hmm. All these directions from Mr. Javier Hernandez– micromanaging wedding planner. Oh! Hoo! Say this. Oh, don’t say that. Stand here. Stand there. Yeah, right there, right there. [laughter] Oh, and shoulders up– posture, posture, posture. Posture is very important, Mayor Price. Oh, you’d think that man was trying to get his own reality show. Oh, but you know what? Rafe and Jada– they are going to get hitched without a single hitch. [soft music]

How are you supposed to keep this secret from her? Well, you could just never, ever, ever tell her. I’ve done that a lot in my life, and, yes, it causes crippling anxiety and nightmares, but it beats having to see the deeply sorrowful and/or hopping-mad expression on somebody’s face.

Okay, maybe you don’t want to live that way. So does this mean you are going to tell Jada about what you saw?

Like, how can I? Rafa gave me this whole bro-code speech and then proceeded to lay this huge guilt trip on me. So… I agreed to keep quiet.

But what? Now you’re not so sure?

I mean, don’t you think Jada has a right to know? She’s about to marry this man. She’s wearing my mom’s engagement ring. Mami would be turning in her grave if she knew what Rafa had done. On the other hand…

On the other hand, what?

Family was everything to her. Rafa’s my flesh and blood. I-I planned the wedding, the whole thing. A-and so, what, I’m just going to destroy it? How can I do that?

Jada? Is everything okay in there?

Yeah, I’ll be right out.

Oh, my God. You are stunning.

Thank you. You know, it’s not really my usual style.

Oh, who’s ever style it is, honey, you are… stunning.

[chuckles]

Oh, my God, Jada, you are every bit the queen that you are in this dress. Believe me–Rafe is not even going to know what hit him. [ominous music]

Rita? Whoa.

Mr. DiMera.

What on earth happened here?

Let me just start by saying that I’ve just come from the police station, and I’ve brought with me that information you requested on Jada Hunter.

That’s great, but what the hell happened here?

Well, I was looking for you, and Mr. Hernandez came staggering out of that door. He told me you had kidnapped him, were holding him prisoner in the basement. Then he asked me for my phone so he could call the police.

And after that, he just collapsed?

Oh, no, I Tasered him.

You Tasered him? What, you just carry around a Taser with you?

In my line of work, it pays to be covered for all eventualities.

[sighs] Okay, so, if I’m understanding correctly, you took it upon yourself to–

Stop him from blabbing to the whole world about your latest criminal exploit? Yes. I did it out of loyalty to you, to this family… Especially now that you’re no longer in a position to make those charges– poof–vanish.

Thank you, Rita. Believe me, your loyalty is very much appreciated. I’m in your debt.

Yes, you are. And to secure my silence, I do hope that this will be reflected in my yearly bonus.

Of course.

And now I’m going to need you to tell me exactly what you’re up to.

[sighs]

Gabi.

In the flesh. Why did you think it was EJ?

Uh, well, ’cause he hired me…

Ah.

To, uh–to do some work for him, and then the son of a bitch stiffed me on the bill.

[scoffs]

Yeah. And, uh–and I told him, I said, hey, uh, EJ… [chuckles] I need this money so that I can pay the caterers today. And, uh, well, I thought he was coming, but it looks like he’s a deadbeat.

That tracks, the cheap bastard.

Yeah.

But, Rafe, if you needed money, you should have asked me.

Ah.

Come on, you’re my brother. And you know getting involved with EJ, it never leads anywhere good. That man is a slimy, malignant narcissist.

I know. I know. No, no, trust me–I hate the guy as much as you do. I mean, if he were drowning, I’d throw him a bowling ball.

Hmm.

But, um… yeah, you know, the money is green.

It doesn’t matter what color his money is if it stays in his pocket. Listen to me. EJ has the moral scruples of a tin-pot dictator.

Oh.

Any time I’ve ever done any kind of business with him, I get burned, badly. Promise me– promise me you’re not going to let that happen to you. [dramatic music]

Rita, I am beyond grateful for your loyalty–

Enough with the gratitude. Start talking.

Fine. Fine. I’ll tell you everything. But, first, do you mind giving me a hand here?

Oh, no, not with my back problems. I did the Tasering. You do the lifting.

[sighs] Fine. Not again.

If I’m being honest, I am somewhat surprised that Rafe would have me officiate today. I mean, it’s not as if he and I have exactly been BFFs as of late, since I relieved him of his official duties.

Well, maybe he’s trying to mend fences.

Oh, maybe. Ooh, it’s chilly out here. You know, if I was planning a January wedding… [scoffs] Everyone would fly their asses to Turks and Caicos.

Oh, that would be lovely.

Ooh, still, I know they’re going to have heaters around, but I doubt they can keep up with this cold. What do you think Javi would think if I put my puffer coat on over this dress?

If you ask me, I think the only opinions that matter today are the bride and groom’s.

Oh, definitely, and, you know, Jada and Rafe seem to be pretty low-key about all these things.

Mm.

I think all they care about today is that at the end of the ceremony, they will be married and be husband and wife. [soft music]

Okay.

I’m ready. You’re ready. Let’s do this.

Wait. Before we go…

What’s that?

Talia wanted me to give this to you.

Oh.

She would have given it to you herself, of course, if she wasn’t already building homes in Ecuador.

My noble sis.

Mm-hmm.

Oh, wow. This is the necklace that Daddy got her when she was a little girl. She never took this off. She always wanted him close to her heart. Wow, I can’t believe she sent this to me.

She did.

Can I put it on for you?

Yes, please.

I’m just so sorry that your family couldn’t be here today.

Yeah, well, they are. They’re right here. And I have an adopted family– the Johnsons. Not to mention I am gaining a whole new family. Or should I say familia? [both chuckle] [sighs] Yeah. So… am I good?

Ah, you are more than good.

[gasps] One more thing.

What?

Mm-hmm. All right.

W-what is–

This is a sixpence for your shoe… for luck. Mm-hmm.

Not that you’ll need it. I have a hunch that you and Rafe are going to live happily ever after… no luck necessary.

[chuckles]

Oh, don’t worry, sis. I know how to handle EJ.

Yeah, I thought I knew how to handle him, too, but, um… Oh! I almost forgot.

Hmm. – Feliz cumpleaños to my big brother.

[chuckles] Wow. You brought me a present.

Actually, it’s not from me. It came to the house this morning– special delivery from Eli and Lani.

Oh, Eli and Lani, huh?

Yeah, it’s a little bubbly for your wedding night. Figured you’d want to chill it.

Ooh. Oh, thank you. Yeah, can never have too much bubbly, huh?

Oh, yeah, that’s for sure. So you ready to go? I, uh, thought we could drive together.

Come on, what, y-you don’t have, like, a hot date or something?

Well, I did. JJ was supposed to be my plus-one, but he got called into court at the last minute. He and Shawn have to testify for some major case. It’s one of Belle’s.

Oh, well, that’s too bad.

Yeah.

Well, you know, maybe, uh– maybe Jada will throw you the bouquet or something.

[laughs sarcastically] Maybe.

Yeah.

Rafe…

I just want to say that… from the bottom of my heart, I am so happy that you and Jada found each other.

Oh.

You’re such a great brother and a great guy, and you deserve all the happiness in the world. I love you so much.

Oh. Mm. [chuckles]

Uh, Rafe, you’re cutting off my air supply.

Oh, sorry. I-I…

[chuckles]

I just, um… I love you, too. Yeah. All right, so, uh, we should get going.

Yeah.

Yeah. Let’s do this. Right? [door opens]

Leo, seriously, what do you think I should do?

You’re asking for my advice?

Yeah, I am.

Wow, I’m flattered… also a little thrown off. People rarely ask for my input when it comes to moral decisions. But okay, uh, before you came to Salem, I was privy to a doozy of a secret. And I’m not talking about the kind of secret like, oh, somebody stole prescription drugs from the medicine cabinet at a gender-reveal party. This was a secretsecret. And it caused me so much guilt, so much angst, and if I had to do it over again, I would never.

So you’re saying I should tell Jada?

That’s what I’m saying, 100%. Although… I don’t know what it’s like to come from a loving family with siblings and cousins and a mother who would call a babysitter instead of giving you a Little League bat, saying, if you see the doorknob jiggling, run.

My God, Leo.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. I’m not telling you any of that to make you feel bad for me. It’s just to say that if I had had that, I might feel a sense of affection and therefore obligation to the family member with the secret. I mean, you live with Rafe.

Yeah, I do.

And I would hate for him to shoot the messenger. I mean, he’s not going to actually shoot you, but he might yell at you a bunch, throw you out on the street, and then I would be happy to pick up the pieces. But on the other hand…

“On the other hand”? Leo, you’re not helping me at all!

Rita, could you help me with this knot, please?

God knows you were never a Boy Scout, Elvis Junior. I suppose that’s why the ex-commish escaped in the first place. [grunts] Constrictor knot– nearly impossible to slip. Take note in case you are planning a future hostage situation… which I fervently hope you are not.

Thank you, Rita– I knew I could count on you, even if Kristen is your current employer of record.

I’m loyal to all the DiMeras. Besides, you never know when the next palace coup might happen. Oh, you’re CEO, then she’s CEO, and on and on and on. I will note that it would have helped had you told me the entire story from the beginning.

It was on a need-to-know basis. I was protecting you.

Of course, you were. So, just to get some clarity– if right now Ms. Hunter is on her way to the altar with Rafe, I assume Mr. Feniger has something to do with this plan of yours?

You would assume correctly.

[chuckles] But I thought he was paid off ages ago– you know, when you and your father faked his death.

He was paid off, but he recently resurfaced. Apparently, his tiki bar in Argentina wasn’t doing so well.

[scoffs] If I recall correctly, the last time he stood in for Rafe Hernandez, the situation went very far south very quickly.

[sighs] Believe me, Rita, I had no intention for this particular history to repeat itself. But Rafe happened to stumble upon Arnold, and he foolishly blurted out everything, so I had no choice but to put Rafe on ice.

How long has he been down here?

Just a few weeks, but I only recently realized I could use the situation to my advantage.

Do I want to ask?

Well… I was ousted from my DA position by his fiancée.

Oh, and let me guess… you’re going to use this information to return the favor.

[elegant music playing]

Uh, who invited you?

[scoffs] Nice to see you, too, Mayor. Uh, and to answer your question, my boyfriend did. He convinced me I needed a day off.

“Boyfriend”?

That’s right. I would like you to meet Javier Hernandez. Javi, this is our… esteemed mayor, Paulina Price.

Oh, yeah, I already know Javi. We’ve met. Wedding planner extraordinaire.

It’s good to see you again, Mayor. I love the dress.

Why, thank you.

Oh, uh, sorry. And this is Steve and Kayla Johnson.

Actually, I met Javi at the bachelor party.

Right.

Well, I haven’t met you. Kayla Johnson. Pleasure to meet you.

Same here. Uh, would you excuse me? I have to, uh, check on the fireworks. [chuckles]

Fireworks? * *

Have you decided what to do?

No, I haven’t… not yet. * *

Well, that is, I suppose, a novel way to exploit this information, though will it allow you to accomplish your goals? That remains–

To be seen. I know. Listen, Rita, the clock is ticking, and I’ve already wasted valuable time dealing with this distraction. [Rafe groans] I’m sure he’ll have plenty of questions when he comes to. Do you mind keeping an eye on him while I attend to business?

I assume that question is rhetorical?

Thank you. I owe you one.

You owe me more than one. [dramatic music]

[elegant music playing] * *

Your window of opportunity to do something about this situation is dwindling rapidly.

Leo, I know. I just need a little more time to think, please.

Javi, this garden– it’s amazing. You really outdid yourself, primo.

Well, well, well… look who it is. My handsome cousin Javi. You know this day would not have been possible without you, right? Right? * *

Oh, baby, hello. You look beautiful.

Wow. Back at you, Mom. Oh.

Thank you, gorgeous.

Wow. Hi, Dad.

Hi, baby.

Hi.

Oh.

So tell us, how’s the bride?

Oh, she’s good. She obviously didn’t want Rafe to see her until she walks down the aisle.

Right. [chuckles]

And, Dad, it means the world to her that you’re stepping in for her dad today.

Well, it means the world to me that she asked. It’s a privilege.

Yeah. Well, I think we need to sit down.

Okay. * *

When Marcus and I were growing up in the orphanage… the only family we had was each other. So… when he made a family with your mom, your sister, and you… it was everything he ever dreamed of. And I want to tell you… he was so proud of you, Jada.

[sighs] I hope so.

Yeah. And I wish you all the happiness he had in his marriage… and all the happiness I have in mine. You know, when you find the right person… and you make a family with them… there’s nothing better in the whole world. [Wagner’s “Bridal March” playing] Okay. I think we’re on. * * Take good care of her, you hear?

Oh, I will. I will. * *

Dearly beloved… we are gathered here to join Rafael Alejandro Hernandez and Jada Louise Hunter in holy matrimony. The contract of marriage is a solemn one… not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously… and with a deep realization of its obligation and commitments. Now, if anyone here… can show just cause as to why this couple should not be lawfully joined together… let him speak now or forever hold his peace.

I have something to say. [dramatic music]

What is going on here?

Leo, what the hell are you doing?

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

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

I know, but this is important.

Oh, for God’s sake.

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

Okay, what is it?

It’s nothing. Nothing.

Are you sure you don’t want me to–

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

[weakly] You…

I thought you were going to help me.

Well, I didn’t, did I? Oh, and don’t waste your energy trying to slip out of those bonds again. It won’t work this time around.

I should have known. Just a… DiMera stooge… a pawn.

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’d be a shame if you didn’t get any.

I should have known.

Everything’s in place, Feniger. The rest is up to you. Don’t screw this up. [exhales deeply]

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

Oh… my God.

Rafe, what is it? Is everything okay?

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

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

I’m sorry… but I can’t marry you.

[people murmuring]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[doorbell ringing]

Coming. Oh, Leo, what a surprise.

I know, I know, I know. I shouldn’t just drop by unannounced for an impromptu session or even just to shoot the breeze, but I’m hoping you won’t be too annoyed with me, because, ta-da, I brought scones.

“Scones”? That’s so kind of you. I’m really not in the mood.

Oh, no, what’s wrong?

Well… I had an argument with my daughter this morning.

About what?

Well, I wanted to take her some coffee, and–

And?

And…

And?

And she wasn’t alone.

Ah. So you walked in on Belle and some guy in flagrante delicto? Who was said guy?

I’m not going to talk about that.

Oh, you’re gonna make me guess? Fine, I’ll throw out names. You blink twice if I’m right. Shawn Brady, Philip Kiriakis, Dr. Seth Burns.

EJ Di– [gasps] [dramatic music]

* For he’s a jolly good fellow * * For he’s a jolly good fellow * * For he’s a jolly good fellow * * Which nobody can deny * Yay. Happy birthday, Rafe. Should be a good one. After all, you have so many reasons to celebrate. [ominous music] [clapping hands]

[humming Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus”] * * Rise and shine, bride-to-be. Coffee’s almost done. [resumes humming tune] Who’s ready to get married today?

[sighs]

Wow. That was meant to be rhetorical.

How are you feeling?

Like there is no chance that this wedding is going to happen.

[sighing] Okay.

[knock at door]

Oh, room service. Finally. [grunts] Hey.

[imitates fanfare] [chuckles] Happy birthday!

Can we turn that down a little bit?

Yeesh, you look like hell. I mean, I had a feeling you would after how crazy last night got. Here.

What’s this?

Come on, you know what it is. Ceviche.

Shrimp… for breakfast?

Yes. Abuela’shangover cure.

Yes. Yes. Right, right. But, uh, I already ordered room service, so, um… Yeah. What are–what are you doing here so early for, anyway?

What–what do you think? I’m here to help you get ready for your wedding.

Yeah. That’s go– I got it covered, though. So you know what? Why don’t you– why don’t you go help Jada? Because I’m sure that she has got, like, a million things to do.

I smell something good. Is our breakfast here? Sorry. I didn’t know you had company.

Neither did I.

[soft orchestration]

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Oh, I can’t believe this.

Yeah, I’ll bet seeing EJ DiMera naked is pretty unbelievable.

No, I mean, I can’t believe that I just blurted that out.

Oh, Dr. Evans, it’s all right. And I assure you, I won’t repeat a word of this to anyone. And, frankly, I’m honored that you confided in me.

Well, you know what? I don’t have anyone to confide in anymore. I mean, John is gone, and… well, I can’t very well confide in Belle about this.

I can see you’re very upset.

I’m so upset. Not just because of the way I feel about EJ, but… because I know what this will do to– to Sami and Belle’s relationship, not to mention Shawn.

Huh?

Shawn. Shawn showed up when all that was going on. – Shawn BradyShawn?

Yeah.

[gasps]

Yeah. And then EJ walked out. And it was pretty clear to Shawn… Belle and EJ had spent the night together.

Wow. Awkward.

Very awkward.

Oh. I am so, so sorry.

Mm.

Was EJ still naked when Shawn showed up?

Leo.

What? It’s not exactly irrelevant, because if he had been dressed, Shawn could have assumed that he was there for a business meeting?

Oh… no… he wasn’t fully dressed.

Hmm.

So Shawn could have assumed… very well what was happening… that the two of them had spent the night together. Oh, my gosh, I can’t believe that I’m saying all this to a gossip columnist.

Uh, no, a former gossip columnist. And you’re not telling me anything that hasn’t already been in a “Body & Soul” script.

Yes, that’s true. That’s true. But that’s a script. I mean, this is– this is real life. Oh! I can’t believe I’ve been so indiscreet. I mean, that’s the kind of thing that you only tell to a really, really close, trusted friend.

You know what this means, right? Maybe you’ve confided in me because you think of me as a really close, trusted friend. [chuckles]

Boom, there. Now we’re appropriately festive. And let’s not forget. [tense music]

Well… make a wish. Come on.

[exhaling weakly]

Oh, for God’s sake… Come on.

I wish you were dead.

Ah, ah, ah, you said it out loud. Now it’s not going to come true. But since I’m in a very generous mood, I’m gonna take that wish personally. You can have your cake and eat it, too– or muffin, in this case. Come on. Here, have at it. What’s the matter? Too vain to, uh, dive in face-first? Come on.

Knowing you, it’s poisoned.

Now, why would I do that? I wouldn’t be able to see the look on your face when I share the good news.

What good news?

Well, today is not only your birthday, it’s also your wedding day.

[groans] My head is pounding.

Oh, boy, okay. Uh, On a scale of one to ten, how bad?

Way beyond ten. Like, we’re talking a whole new scale. [groans] How am I supposed to get ready in four hours and I can’t even think straight?

It’s okay. You just need a little caffeine. Here.

Oh, thank you. But short of mainlining it, girl, I don’t think I stand a chance.

Relax, I got your back, okay? Starting today, we’re family. So put all the worries out of your mind. I promise, you’re going to walk down that aisle, because if you don’t, a certain someone will kill me.

No, Rafe wouldn’t blame you.

Mm. No, forget Rafe. I’m talking about Javi. He’s so invested in planning this wedding, you’d think he was the one getting married.

[chuckles] Well, speaking of Javi, where is he? Why isn’t he here?

Oh, I told him that Stephanie and I had everything under control. She’ll be here in a few, by the way. And as for Javi, he’s got a much more difficult task ahead of him.

Mm, more difficult than reviving the corpse bride?

[laughs] Yeah. He’s, uh, helping Rafe get ready. My brother is the only one who partied harder than you did last night, so…

Yeah, uh, don’t mind Javi. He was just, uh, leaving.

Wait a minute. I know you. You were at the party last night.

[mockingly] And you were the entertainment. So what are you doing here, in my cousin’s room, wearing nothing but a towel?

[chuckles] I should get changed.

Yeah. [door opens, closes] All right, listen, this– this is not what it looks like, all right? I can explain.

Oh, you better. So go ahead, explain.

Yeah.

Best friends.

Best friends?

Listen, don’t be concerned about offending anybody. Best friend is a tier, not a title. Not that I’m aware of anyone else in the running.

Oh. Well, I-I did have several best friends. I guess they’ve left town by now. But that’s what texting and social media is for, huh?

Dr. Evans, you cannot watch “Drag Race” with an avatar. Well, you can, but it would be a different experience. Bonding over who should sashay away is sacred.

Leo, you’re still my patient.

I haven’t had a real appointment in ages. That professional boundary has long been breached.

Yeah. I have only myself to blame for that, don’t I?

Oh, no, no, don’t think of this as some deep, dark shame. Look, I didn’t haul my tush over here with fresh pastry so you could bill me for an hour. I came here because something wonderful happened, and… I just–I just wanted to share it with you.

Tell me what happened.

Javi and I got back together. [chuckles] [soft music]

I can’t believe you, man.

Listen, man, you got it all wrong, all right? I can explain.

Oh, this should be good.

Yeah, okay? I-I, um– I forgot my scarf at the bachelor party.

Oh, your scarf.

Yeah, my scarf, okay? And Savannah was nice enough to bring it to me. The problem was, when she got here, she’d been drinking, so… Yeah–So I didn’t think it was smart for her to drive, and I thought it was best if she spent the night here. [dramatic music]

So she spent the night? Where exactly?

[scoffs]

[ominous music]

You and Jada planned on getting married today? Don’t tell me it slipped your mind.

We never set a date. We only talked about getting married today… right before I saw you with Arnold.

The beginning of your stay in my lovely home.

How the hell did you know about our plans?

Because your bride-to-be went along with them. Jada is getting married today.

I have to admit– I was surprised at how much Rafe was enjoying his bachelor party.

Yeah, well, I guess everyone gets a little wild the night before their wedding, right, Commissioner?

I suppose. [knock at door]

Mm, I’ll get it.

Mm-hmm. [door opens] There you are.

Hey! Oh! Sorry for the delay. I, um–I stopped by the “Body & Soul” studio on the way here. And not to brag, but your glam squad scored some Hollywood-level cosmetics for your big day.

Mm.

[chuckles] Not that you need it. You are already the most beautiful bride in the world.

Well, given how I feel, that is debatable.

Oh, don’t be ridiculous. I’m just taking your look to the next level.

Well, if you’re all set here, I’ll meet you both at St. Luke’s.

Oh, you’re leaving?

I just have to take care of something. But don’t worry–I promise I’ll be back in plenty of time to watch you and my brother tie the knot.

Okay.

Okay. [light music]

Jada’s getting married today. [scoffs] You’re out of your mind. She’s out there following every lead, knocking on every door, looking for me.

Rafe, Rafe, Rafe, look, I know that you’re rattled, but it’s still a bit concerning to me that you don’t recall what I told you when this first came up. And that is, Jada is not looking for you because she doesn’t think you’re missing, which means she’s had plenty of time to plan her wedding to… [dramatic music]

Arnold.

[imitates gunshots]

I didn’t want Savannah driving home, so I thought it was best that she sleep in my bed. I slept on the floor, of course. Isn’t that right?

That’s right. Rafe was a perfect gentleman.

So you’re saying nothing happened between you two?

Yeah, that’s exactly what I’m saying.

Yeah, well, there’s just one problem. I don’t believe a word of it. So just fess up and say you guys slept together. [soft music]

Gabi. To what do I owe the pleasure?

Believe me, the pleasure is all mine.

So how are you feeling?

Well, a little more human now that I’m on my third cup. [chuckles]

I wasn’t talking about your hangover. I mean, how are you feeling? Any butterflies?

No, no, I’m–I’m not nervous. I mean, no more than anybody would be before their wedding. You know, I have done this before, after all.

Right.

Yeah.

Everett. Or, um, Bobby, technically.

Yeah. I mean… that marriage, it didn’t end how I had hoped.

Oh.

But if there was one silver lining through that whole disaster, it’s that it brought you and me closer, so… Uh, I mean, having you as my maid of honor, it just really feels so right.

I love you, Jada.

I love you, too.

You’re sick. You’re a sick bastard. I will make you pay for this, EJ.

Don’t blame me. Blame your fiancée. This could have all been avoided had she not conspired with the mayor to have me fired. When you cross a DiMera, there will be a reprisal. If you take a shot at the king, as they say.

And this is your revenge? This is your revenge? Marrying an unsuspecting woman off to a maniac? What do you think’s gonna happen on their wedding night?

Relax. Arnold Feniger is not sleeping with anyone today.

Okay, fine. We had sex, okay? Why are you making such a big deal out of it?

Are you kidding me? You’re getting married to Jada in, like, four hours. You proposed to her with my mother’s engagement ring– you know, the one she left to you instead of me so that you can give it to the love of your life.

So?

So? So now you’re making a mockery of that gift by sleeping with a stripper.

Whoa.

I am an exotic dancer, thank you very much. And for the record, I didn’t cheat on anyone. So, if there’s no breakfast coming, then I’ll just leave and spare myself your judgment. [dramatic music]

[door slams]

Wow.

How could you do this to Jada?

I can see that you’re upset.

Yeah, damn right, I’m upset.

Yeah, well, get over it. Get over it, because you are not gonna breathe a word of this to anyone. Do you hear me?

So, then after all the details about the new “Body & Soul” storyline show up in Lady Whistleblower’s column…

Oh, the one about devil possession?

Well, you know what they say– imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. So, anyway, then I head over to Javi’s place, where I find him in bed with Kerry, who I blow the whistle on just in time, because five minutes later, a different whistle of Kerry’s would have been blown, if you catch my drift.

Well, subtlety was never your long suit.

Point is, Javi then throws Kerry’s sorry ass out of the house. It was incredible. Better than “Waiting to Exhale.” Full-on Angela Bassett walking away from that cheating bastard’s car after setting it on fire. So then, Dr. Evans, Javi takes me into this big romantic kiss. It was everything.

I’m so glad it worked out.

Oh, I’m not done. Then I spent the night, and we had sex–lots and lots of sex.

Are you sure that was a good idea?

Not a good idea? I thought sex was like Paris– always a good idea.

Paris, yes. Sex, not always. The last time you behaved so–so hastily, it ended up badly for both of you.

Mm, that breakup had nothing to do with our relationship speedometer, as you know all too well, because I kvetched to you about it endlessly. It’s because I accused Javi of spying on me.

I know. I’ve told you so many times– you can’t build a relationship on a faulty foundation.

So are you saying my relationship is doomed? [dramatic music]

May I say, wow… you look amazing.

So do you. [chuckles] I mean thank you.

So where are you off to looking so gorgeous?

My brother’s wedding.

Right, that’s today. Not that I’m not happy to see you, but, uh… what are you doing here?

Excuse me?

It’s just, aren’t you a little busy?

I most certainly am. Well, I’ve been helping Jada get ready and putting out fires all morning. I’m exhausted.

I’ll bet.

[chuckles] But there is one very important detail that I totally forgot to take care of, which I hope that you can help me rectify.

Whatever you need.

It’s about my plus-one.

Your plus-one?

Well, someone needs to be mine, and… I was hoping that someone could be you. [romantic music]

[humming] Mm, mm-hmm. Are you still not feeling up for this?

No, no, I’m feeling much better now. Thanks.

Oh, okay, good. After everything you and Rafe went through this past year, you must be so happy to finally be getting married.

Yeah. Yeah, it’s amazing. [chuckles]

Jada, what’s wrong?

Nothing, nothing. I’m fine.

You might have been able to fool Gabi but not me. Talk to me.

It’s–it’s stupid. It’s just that I haven’t heard from Rafe, you know? I mean, I know he wanted to be traditional and sleep apart the night before the wedding, but… I thought that I would for sure get a call from him at least before we walked down the aisle.

I already gave you my word that Arnold wouldn’t lay a hand on Jada.

You know what that monster did to Sami. How the hell could you let this happen to someone else?

I will never let that happen again! I made sure of it!

How, EJ? How? Jada thinks that she is marrying me. You don’t think that she’s going to want to be with her husband on her wedding night? Oh, and, what, Arnold’s just going to be like, oh, no, it’s okay? You need to stop this, EJ.

Settle down, Rafe. I’ve taken all of this into account. Before the happy couple heads up to the honeymoon suite, all of Salem is going to receive some very distressing news.

What news?

Oh, I didn’t mention it? Jada Hunter is gonna be outed as a corrupt cop. [dramatic music]

I thought it was kind of adorable that Rafe wanted to spend the night somewhere else.

So did I, but just because we slept apart the night before, you know, I thought I would at least get a text good night. I mean, I understand him not wanting to see me before the ceremony, but… I don’t know. I just– I feel like I’m being ghosted.

Well, this may come as a surprise to you, but that phone of yours, it works both ways. Did you call him?

[sighs] Fair enough. [chuckles]

Besides, it’s still early. I bet Javi is putting him through the ringer, trying to make him look presentable. I mean, I’m sure he’ll call you as soon as he can.

Yeah, but… it’s not just about some silly text or phone call.

Then what is this about?

It’s just that… something’s been really off about Rafe lately.

Are you kidding me, Rafael? You want me to keep quiet about the fact that you cheated on your fiancée?

Exactly. Fiancée. Fiancée. We are not married, so no commandments were broken. And besides, it’s not your secret to tell.

Oh, s-so, what? So, no harm, no foul? How could you hurt Jada like this?

I didn’t hurt her, all right? I didn’t hurt her because she doesn’t know about it. What are you going to do, huh? Are you going to tell Jada, huh? You going to ruin her big day, my big day? Because of what? Because of a little extracurricular activity at a bachelor party?

This isn’t some ’80s movie. Most bachelor parties don’t end up with the groom having sex with someone else.

Yeah, you said you never even went to a bachelor party. From where I stand, that actually was pretty tame. I mean, it’s not like the stripper died or anything.

Oh, my God.

It was a joke, okay? A joke. The bottom line is this– it is not unusual for people to sow their wild oats before they settle down, all right?

This just doesn’t seem like you.

Okay. Well, agree to disagree. The bottom line is this– you do not breathe a word about this. You hear me? Not one.

I never said your relationship was doomed.

Well, you may as well have. Dr. Evans, I’d think you’d be a little more encouraging. Javi and I finally put this Lady Whistleblower business behind us, and it just felt right. Why would we wait after being apart for so long? [gasps] You know what I think? I think you’re projecting.

I beg your pardon?

Oh, that’s right. I remember all the terms you taught me in therapy. I’m telling you about Javi and me, but you’re thinking about walking in on Belle and EJ. Projecting.

You’re right.

And another thing, if you– I’m what?

You’re right. You’re right. Yeah, I was–I was thinking about you and Javi, and I was–I was concerned that you might get hurt… because I don’t want that to happen, because I– I care so much about you.

[scoffs] Sort of like a… best friend?

[scoffs] Best friends. You and your best friends. Yes, just like best friends.

Come here. Come here.

[chuckles]

So what happened? Someone cancel on you?

No, I was gonna ask you earlier.

Well, then why didn’t you?

Because I lost my damn nerve. [chuckles] Uh… I– Look, we haven’t been seeing each other for very long, and I know being my date to my family wedding is sort of a big deal. I was worried that you might think I was rushing things.

Well, I’ll admit– I was, uh… wondering whether you were going to ask… and what it would mean.

Or we could disregard any meaning this might have. And it’s just a party… a very elegant party where people will profess their love to each other in front of all my family…

Hmm.

But a party, nonetheless. And, uh, maybe it’s just as simple as, I like you, and you like me. And it would be really fun to go together. So what do you say? You want to be my date?

I don’t like this. In fact, I hate it.

All right, well, noted. [chuckles] But you’ll still do me this solid, right? Hey, we’re family. We’re family, and family looks out for each other, right? Come on, huh?

Jada’s my family now, too.

What are you– Where you going?

You can get ready without me.

All right, but you’re not going to say anything, right?

No. I won’t.

All right.

God, help me.

All right, well, I’ll see you at St. Luke’s. [dramatic music] [door closes] [sighs]

[sighs]

What do you mean something’s off with Rafe?

He’s just been different… for a while now.

How so?

Well, like the fact that he was getting all handsy with the dancer last night… that was just so not him.

Yeah, I mean, I didn’t love that.

Me neither. And the fact that he hired EJ as a client– He can’t stand that man. He hates him like poison. Why on Earth would he want to work with him?

Well, didn’t he say that he was trying to get some extra cash for the wedding? That’s kind of sweet, if you think about it that way.

Yeah, yeah, and–and I did appreciate that gesture, but… Okay, Black Patch is not short on clients. He didn’t tell Steve, and he didn’t even tell me. It’s just–it’s so weird. And then EJ practically lost his job because of me. But he’s totally fine hiring my fiancé? Something about this doesn’t add up.

I don’t blame you for needing me to put the pieces together. You do have a lot on your mind, after all. So I will tell you how this is going to work. Jada will lose her job. That will then allow Mayor Price to reappoint you– oh, well, Arnold. Arnold will then convince Paulina to reinstate me as district attorney. I will have a job. Rafe will have a job. Jada will be the only one out on the street.

There’s only one problem with your plan.

Hmm?

Jada’s not a dirty cop.

Mm. Neither were you. Me and Ava Vitali manufactured enough evidence to do a real good number on your reputation. I mean, I’m not Ava’s biggest fan, but a good idea is a good idea. When all is said and done, Jada will be toxic.

There’s no way you’re gonna get away with this, you know.

Would it be cliché to say I already have? Because… Now, there is somewhere that I must be. So if you want to enjoy any of this, I suggest you open wide. Choo-choo! [imitates train chugging]

Aah!

Well, Gabi, you’re right. We haven’t been seeing each other for very long, and as–as much as we want to downplay it, it is kind of a big deal for me to go with you to your brother’s wedding.

[chuckles] Oh, my God. I’m such an idiot. I’m sorry. I’ll go.

No, no. I didn’t say no.

Oh.

I like that it’s kind of a big deal. And I want to go with you.

I want you to go with me, too. [soft music]

[cell phone ringing]

That’s the DA.

Okay.

I got to take this. Deveraux. No, I’m off today. Wait, it got moved? Since when? Yeah, I can be there. Give me an hour. Damn it.

I have a feeling you’re not going to be my plus-one after all.

That was the ADA, prosecuting a perp I arrested a while back. The trial wasn’t supposed to be for a few weeks, but it got moved up.

And you have to be there.

Yeah. Belle needs Shawn and me to testify. Hey, I’m–I’m sorry.

You don’t need to apologize. I sprung this on you out of nowhere.

Yeah, but I’d much rather be spending the day with you than taking the stand.

Well, not exactly a high bar.

Let me try that again. Um, I’d much rather be with you than doing anything else.

Hmm. Well, it’s all right. You know, my brother being on the force for so long, if there’s one thing that I have realized, it’s that justice never takes a day off. I have to go. Uh, I will save you a piece of cake.

Hey, Gabi…

Even though I can’t go, I, uh… I know that even being asked was a big step. And, well… I like that for us.

So do I.

Ah, isn’t this the most pleasant of coincidences? Mwah. I was just telling Dr. Evans– I mean my best friend, Marlena, how happy we are.

No, I’m mad at you.

Me? What? Why? Because you ruined Jada and Rafael’s wedding. [dramatic music]

Look, I get that Rafe has been acting a little strangely lately. And I don’t blame you for overthinking all of this.

What do you mean?

Well, not to bring up the Everett in the room again, but the last time you were married, you got blindsided when the groom was experiencing a literal personality change. So… [chuckles] No wonder you’re a little sensitive when it comes to Rafe cutting loose. [cell phone vibrating]

It’s Rafe.

Ah. See, told you he didn’t let you down.

Hello?

Hey, baby. Sorry I didn’t hit you sooner.

Oh, it didn’t even cross my mind.

Well, I just wanted one last call with my gorgeous fiancée before she becomes my wife.

There’s not going to be a wedding… you son of a bitch.

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I understand perfectly, Mayor Price, but it’s exactly like I told you last night– your daughter, she’s fine. Yes, yes, I promise you, you have nothing to worry about. No. No, no. Please, don’t say anything to Johnny. All right, Chanel, she specifically said she didn’t want Johnny to know where she stayed the night last night. [soft apprehensive music]

Oh. Morning, Johnny.

Hey, Aunt Kristen, I heard you guys found Rachel and brought her home.

Yes, we did.

Thank God. Where’d you end up finding her? Is she okay?

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, she’s fine. She’s fine. I just–I really wish she was a bit sorrier for what she put us through. But our Rachel is not big on contrition.

Yeah, well, I doubt I was, either, at her age.

Yeah, nor was I. Nor am I even now, quite honestly. Oh, God, for what felt like eternity, I thought I was never gonna see her again. So I am tremendously relieved, obviously.

I can imagine. So where did you end up finding her?

Oh, our resourceful little girl holed herself up in my family’s vacation home in Aremid. [phone ringing] [soft suspenseful music]

Hello?

It’s me.

Rachel? – Yeah. I’m just calling to check on Ava.

Oh, she’s doing just fine, dear. We’re just having a lovely breakfast.

Ava, hey. It’s Brady again. Listen, I’m wondering why you’re not returning my calls. Please call me back as soon as you get this, ’cause I’m starting to worry.

Everything all right?

Yeah, I’m just trying to get ahold of Ava and let her know the good news about Rachel. I’m hoping she’ll call me back soon.

Yeah. Well, while we’re waiting, would you like some coffee? I made a big pot.

No, I’m good. Thank you.

Well, that’d be more for Belle. I suspect she might need some.

Why is that?

Oh, she went to Jada’s bachelorette party last night, and she’s still in bed. I guess she came in pretty late.

[groaning] Ugh, my head. I don’t think I’ve ever felt this bad. I stand corrected. [soft orchestration]

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EJ, wake up. EJ. EJ, wake up.

What the hell? [grunts]

My sentiments exactly. How did this happen?

What? What?

How did this happen?

Give me a moment to collect myself. [groans] Ugh. I don’t do well in the mornings, especially after a pillow attack. [soft quirky music] Do you hear that banging as well?

EJ!

All right, all right, all right. Let me think. Everything’s just a little bit foggy. Okay, I remember one minute we were arguing in the living room. The next minute, we were ripping each other’s clothes off… in here.

Damn it, EJ, I know that. The question is, how did this happen? I mean, how did I ever sleep with you again, after I just told a room full of women that you were my biggest regret? Ugh.

Thank you, Mayor Price. I’m sure Chanel will appreciate you keeping this quiet. Oh, you wanna speak to her? Um. You know what? I, uh… I’m sorry, I think that she’s still asleep. Yeah, yeah. Yeah, I can have her call you as soon as she wakes up. Okay. Okay, bye.

Thank you for covering for me. I am not in the mood to deal with Mama right now.

I figured you’d need this.

Yes. More than you can imagine. You know, it is pretty pathetic. I used to be able to party all night and then wake up perfectly fine for Dr. Selbo’s 8:00 a.m. seminars, and now I am just completely destroyed after a couple of rounds of Jell-O shots.

Mm, from what I heard, I think it was a– a little more than a couple of rounds.

Yeah. Yeah, I don’t know. Must’ve been.

So… what do you remember about last night?

I–well, I remember that we were at the bachelorette, and then that led to us crashing the bachelor party. And then I remember I fought with Johnny, and then I ran off to the Small Bar. And then after that, it just kind of goes blank. But then you showed up at some point. I remember that. And then I remember… well, that I kissed you. And then it just kind of goes pretty blank again after that. And then I remember waking up here, and I was– I’m in what, obviously, is your t-shirt. And so I guess that just– it begs the obvious question– Shawn, did you and I have sex last night?

So, Rachel made it all the way to Aremid?

Mm-hmm. She’s gonna be the death of me.

How’d she even know about that place? Had you taken her there when she was younger?

No. No, never. I mean, I haven’t been there myself in decades. No one has. She found a scrapbook I had of– it was all about my parents and my brother, Peter– had all this information about our summer home in Aremid. It’s time we spent as a family. This is before my parents passed away and Peter and I were adopted by Stefano.

Yeah, I do think I remember my mom mentioning something about the old Blake house?

Mm-hmm. Yeah. That’s where your Uncle Peter married Jennifer in the ’90s. And it’s also where your Uncle Andre set John up for his own murder.

Wow.

Yes. “Wow” is right.

A lot of drama went down at that house.

[laughs] Yes. Yes, it did. But, I mean, the most dramatic surprise was discovering that my mother hadn’t died in an accident when I was a kid, that she was still alive and she was just roaming around all by herself in that creepy old home. – Enough about Ava. Tell me, Rachel, how did your plan go? Were your mother and father so happy to have you back that they fell into each other’s arms?

Not even close.

Oh. I’m sorry to hear that. But be patient. Now that we have the biggest obstacle out of the way, it’s only a matter of time before you’re one big, happy family again. [tense music]

Rachel got all the way to Aremid by herself?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s our little girl– she’s just smart, resourceful, and defiant as hell.

Well, thank God nothing bad happened to her. Did she say why she went? [soft music]

Actually, she did. She admitted that she thought if she ran away, it would reunite her mother and me.

Yeah. I should have guessed that was the reason.

Well, it was. I think this ordeal has proved that Rachel needs a little bit of therapy.

I agree. In fact, I got that number that you wanted. She’s a wonderful child therapist. Her name is Jillian Chong, and I will text you her information.

Thank you for doing that. I was gonna go see Rachel. I’ll probably call the doctor on the way over there. Oh, Kristen and I, we are gonna need all the help we can get when it comes to that little girl.

Make sure you keep an eye on Ava. She’s very sneaky.

Like I said last night, I’ll take care of Ava. You just concentrate on getting your parents back together again.

Okay, I will. Bye.

Sweet little girl, that Rachel. You must be hungry. Do you want some breakfast? If I remove that, will you play nice? You try and scream, it’ll be wasting your breath. This house has been haunted. Everyone thinks it’s been haunted for years. So no one ever comes around anymore, except maybe the parrot man. And he won’t be of any help. He’s completely out of his gourd.

What was Rachel doing here with you? Why was she here?

She was here to get my help. That poor, troubled girl just wants her parents back together. I’m keeping you from interfering.

Why do you care? Who the hell are you?

That must have been quite a shock, right, finding out your mother was still alive?

Yeah, it was. It really, really was. But, yeah, everyone thought she was a ghost haunting the mansion. I mean, people referred to her as “the woman in white.” She, um–she used to wear this heavy veil around her face because she was scarred from an explosion.

But you eventually– you realized she wasn’t just some phantom of Aremid, right?

Yes. Yes, yes, yes. No, I mean, but she– but initially, I mean, Peter and I, we didn’t recognize her as our mother.

She didn’t say anything to you? Did she at least recognize you guys?

No. No, she was too frightened and confused. I mean, her memories were jumbled. I mean, eventually, she did get them back. And, well, I was very grateful to have that extra time with her– short-lived, though, as it was.

What happened?

A couple of months after we found her, she and your nonno had this confrontation in Paris. The tunnels collapsed. And both were thought to have perished, except later we found out that Stefano had found a way out. Unfortunately, my mother did not.

No, Chanel. No, we didn’t sleep together.

Oh, thank God. Okay, so then what did happen?

Well, after you kissed me, I tried to convince you to let me take you home, but you resisted. No, you said you didn’t wanna go home because you didn’t wanna get a lecture from your mom, so I brought you back here, gave you a glass of water, gave you that t-shirt. And then, this morning, I gave you that cup of coffee.

And that’s it?

Yeah, that’s it. [soft music]

So you told a roomful of women I was your biggest regret?

I did.

Just out of the blue, you made this pronouncement?

No, not out of the blue. It was a–it was a game at a bachelorette party, and everyone had to say a hookup that they regretted, and we all took turns.

Ah. Ah. And I would venture to say that in your case, it had nothing to do with not enjoying said hookup.

Uh, it had everything to do with wishing it never happened. And just FYI, Gabi also named you.

I see. Well, FYI, I didn’t hear any complaints from either of you at the time.

Oh, well, we didn’t wanna hurt your feelings.

[laughs] Oh, right– such thoughtful, sensitive women, you and Gabi.

Yes, we are, especially with very thin-skinned men like you who have very, very fragile egos.

Yeah, right. But I’m wondering, my fragile ego aside, if I was so regrettable, why did you allow me to take you home last night?

You offered.

You didn’t have to say yes.

Well, I needed a ride.

[laughs] Oh, come now, Belle. Any number of people could have given you a ride. And not to mention, you also pointed out last night that you could have got a cab or a rideshare.

And if I would have been sober, I certainly would have. [soft quirky music]

No, I don’t think so. I think you wanted me to take you home because you wanted this to happen.

Oh, right, and you didn’t.

We weren’t talking about me.

Well, now we are. Did you or did you not want this to happen?

Why would I want to sleep with you? You stole my job.

Oh, okay, so I get one over on you, and then you get one over on me? Got it.

So I seduced you out of revenge?

Well, it is totally in character.

Perhaps. [clears throat] But in this case, I didn’t have to do much seducing, as it turns out, because you were the one who kissed me first.

And you are the one who started taking all of my clothes off.

I was caught up in the moment.

Well, so was I.

Who am I? Hmm. Well, I guess I’m just a woman who believes that families shouldn’t be separated.

I have a family too. I have a son named Tripp. And he was taken from me when he was born. And I wouldn’t wish that kind of torture on my worst enemy. [soft suspenseful music] But I found him. And now we are spending every moment we can making up for lost time.

I know what that’s like. My children were taken from me as well.

Please, then let me go. Tripp just got engaged to his girlfriend, Wendy, at Christmastime, and they’re gonna get married in Hong Kong. And I have to be there. I have to. I have missed so many of the important moments in his life. I cannot miss that too.

Oh, Ava, I do feel for you. But letting you go will only hurt Rachel. You’ve already hurt her so much, coming between her parents. It was very selfish of you.

I wasn’t selfish, I swear. Look, I tried to break things off with Brady. I told him that Rachel needed to come first, and he wouldn’t listen, okay? He was the one who wouldn’t let me break it off with him.

Well, maybe you shouldn’t have let him get his way. Maybe you should have just disappeared, like you’re going to do now.

Aunt Kristen told me you guys tracked Rachel down at Aremid. That’s great news. I’m glad you guys got her home safe and sound.

Yeah, thank God we did.

Uh…so, have a seat. You want–you want some coffee?

No, no, no, no. I actually have to take Rachel to an appointment for her therapy in an hour.

You are? When were you gonna tell me?

I was about to. Listen, Marlena made a recommendation for a therapist, and I called the doctor on the way over, and she had a last-minute opening.

Okay, great, great, great. Well, I wanna be there, so I’m gonna have Rita clear my morning schedule.

Kristen, it’s okay. It’s not necessary. I can take her by myself.

Brady, I said I wanna be there. So you and I, afterwards, we’ll sit down and figure out, aside from getting her therapy, what else we can do to help our daughter. Especially now that Child Protective Services have been contacted. [soft tense music] Unless you have plans with your girlfriend, Ava?

You’re dating Ava now?

Yeah. Yeah, I am. And, no, I don’t have plans with Ava. But I will– as soon as I can reach her.

God, Shawn, I am so sorry I came on to you last night. I am so embarrassed.

Come on. Don’t be. I know you’re going through a really rough time.

Yeah, but still, it was completely inappropriate. I mean, yes, I am furious at Johnny, but he is still my husband. And my wedding vows, they meant something to me, even though they didn’t mean anything to him.

Okay, Chanel, I know that this is probably none of my business, but I’m just gonna go ahead, and I’m gonna say it– I think that last part, I don’t think it’s true. Okay, look, come on, all right, there is no arguing that my cousin screwed up big time. He screwed up. But when I was hanging out with him at the bachelor party, you could tell– you could tell that he deeply regretted what he did. I’m telling you, the guy is miserable without you.

Well, he should have thought about that before he–

What? Before he got drunk and he made a mistake? [soft music] Look, again, I know that this is none of my business. I’m just gonna throw it out there. Maybe if you could just, I don’t know, try to focus on all the good things about your relationship with Johnny– you know, think about all the great times the two of you have had together instead of being fixated on the one mistake that he made. I don’t know, you might be able to find it in your heart to forgive him.

Ah. [both groan] So, who’s to blame for round two?

You, obviously.

[laughs]

Oh, don’t do that.

Don’t what?

Don’t. This is serious. We have made a huge mistake.

A huge mistake, how so? We’re consenting adults. We’re both single.

Okay, but I remember when Sami found out about us the first time, and she was mad. Do you really wanna face her wrath again?

I don’t get it.

What don’t you get?

Well, as I recall, you and I have made jokes about Samantha finding out about us and her ballistic response, as only Samantha can. And why are you so serious about it now?

I have never joked about Sami finding out about us.

You’re obviously suppressing that memory.

Uh, your memory is totally false.

Okay. Okay. Well, since you can’t handle the potential wrath of Samantha, why don’t we just call the whole thing off?

Fine. Good. Go. Leave.

I was going to anyways. I have to attend to an urgent matter.

Well, I thought you might– [soft dramatic music]

[soft tense music]

How could you do this? I don’t understand.

[sputters] I am a grown woman, Mom. And you know, you could knock before you come in my room.

I thought you were alone.

And I thought you were at the office.

I’m working from home. Look, I’m sorry that I barged in. I just–I didn’t know any of this was going on. And I don’t know what to call it– you know what? Yes, I do know what to call it. Belle, I am so disappointed in you. I never thought you would get involved with this immoral man again. You know who he is. You know what he does. You know how he hurts people. You know how he hurt your brother. Look… if you’re gonna keep on seeing him, you may not do this in my home. I will not have it.

Look, Shawn, I really do appreciate your take on this, and I can tell that your heart is in the right place, but I don’t think you really understand what happened, okay? It’s not just about the fact that Johnny betrayed me when he almost had sex with Joy, but it’s also about the cover-up. He lied to me about it for months.

I get it, all right? It’s no secret that Belle cheated on me when we were married, more than once. So I get what you’re going through. But, I mean, I hate to say that I’ve been in Johnny’s shoes too.

Oh, yeah, right. I heard about you and Talia.

Yeah. Yeah, that was a terrible mistake. I hated myself for hurting Belle. And I can tell– I can tell that Johnny is carrying around that same type of guilt, which is why I can’t help but to feel for him too.

Yeah, I get that, okay? But, hey, since you brought it up– I mean, you and Belle, you had such a strong and loving relationship. And if you guys couldn’t make your marriage work, then what hope do Johnny and I have?

Look, well, there were a lot of factors that led to our divorce. But if I knew– if I knew that there was a remote possibility of our marriage working out, I would have kept fighting. But, in the end, it just– just too much damage that was done, couldn’t repair it.

I’m sorry. Sorry to hear that, Shawn.

So what about you? Think that’s the same case with you and Johnny?

I’m…not sure.

Okay, well, then, I think that you should take my advice, because even if there is the slightest chance that you two could work your marriage out, Chanel, you gotta go for it. You gotta fix it. You gotta fix it before it’s too late.

As soon as you can reach her? Brady, it’s 2025. I mean, if you can’t reach someone, obviously, they’re either ghosting you or they’re dead.

Yeah, that’s funny.

No, seriously. Is your new girlfriend ghosting you?

Will you leave it alone? Just stop.

I’m sorry. I’m sorry. I know how hurtful it is to be neglected. I mean, maybe Ava just needs some space. Or could it be maybe you’re being a little too needy, a little too clingy?

When’s the–when’s the last time you heard from Ava?

Johnny, it was a voicemail. And I couldn’t really understand what she was saying on it because the reception was bad.

Okay, well– I don’t know, you wanna play it back? Maybe we can figure it out.

Sure. Give it a try. Cool. – Brady, it’s Ava. You need to call me back as soon as you get this. [static crackling]

Yeah, I mean, it definitely sounds urgent, but I’m sorry, I can’t make it out. Have you tried calling her back?

Yeah, multiple times. I’ve texted her, and I haven’t gotten a response. I was gonna have Steve try to enhance the audio on it, but– I’ll tell you what, if I don’t hear from her soon, I’m gonna call the cops. [soft tense music]

All right, listen up, you old crone. I’ve tried to be reasonable about this, but I’m out of patience now.

Are we playing good captive, bad captive now?

You obviously have no idea who you are messing with. So let me enlighten you. I can have you killed with one phone call, and then you’re gonna be haunting these halls for real.

You know, Ava, I used to know a man just like you. He was very powerful and made all kinds of threats. And for years, for a long time, I would cower in fear. But then one day, I finally stood up to him. And I realized there was nothing to fear– nothing at all. So you can threaten me all you like, doesn’t faze me one bit.

It’s fine. Because Brady is going to be coming through those doors any moment to rescue me.

Ooh, what makes you say that?

Because I left him a message. And I let him know I was coming to pick up Rachel. So as soon as he listens to that message, he’s gonna come running.

Hmm. But as he still hasn’t come to rescue you, maybe he’ll never come running. Maybe he doesn’t give a damn if he never sees you again.

All right, so I just cleared my schedule. We are all set for Rachel’s appointment. Where did Johnny go?

He said something about having to solve a missing persons case of his own.

Well, Brady, in all seriousness, I think you’re being a bit dramatic about Ava. She’s a tough cookie. She’s–I’m sure nothing happened to her. I mean, not that I care. But if it were not for you, honestly, I wouldn’t care if she dropped off the face of the Earth. But I know she is a thing for you right now, and God knows why. But, uh, I do hope that nothing’s happened to her and, well, that she gets in touch with you soon.

That almost sounded sincere.

Well, it almost was. I put a lot of effort into it. [soft suspenseful music]

Oh, stop your pouting. I know you’re upset because Brady hasn’t come to find you, but you still have to eat. Come on. Open wide.

How do I know you’re not gonna poison me?

You don’t. But if you don’t eat, you’ll starve to death.

I’ll take my chances.

Oh, well, I guess we’ll just put the gag back on again.

Open up. [phone ringing] Hello?

It’s me again. We got trouble.

What’s wrong?

Ava left a voicemail for my dad.

Yes, I heard about that.

Big problem. He just played it for my mom.

Listen, I’m going to put our guest into another room and– so I can speak freely. And when I come back, you’re gonna tell me exactly what was in that message, okay?

Well, that was awkward. Actually, no, awkward doesn’t quite capture it. That was excruciatingly embarrassing, and I don’t think I will ever live it down.

I’m very sorry, Belle.

Yeah, me too– that I didn’t lock the door, for one thing.

A wise idea.

Yes, especially in my parents’ house, where nobody ever seems to knock.

Well, I’d like to say that you’ll know better for next time, but there’s obviously not going to be a next time– not here, anyways.

Not anywhere.

Hmm.

[groans] Johnny.

Hey, Chanel.

What are you doing here? How did you get in?

Your mom let me in. I came by ’cause I was– I was just– I was worried about you. You were in pretty bad shape when you ran off last night, and I just wanted to make sure you were okay.

Well, I’m surprised that my mom didn’t slam the door in your face.

Yeah, so was I. I think she saw how concerned I was when I showed up, so she took pity on me. She insisted you were fine, but I needed to see for myself.

Yeah, well, Mama was right. Aside from a bit of a hangover, I–I’m fine.

I’m glad to hear that. [soft music] Chanel, if you don’t mind my asking… where have you been?

I spent the night with Shawn Brady.

Shawn.

Hi, Marlena. I probably should have called first, but I was in the area. Is this a bad time?

Well, I’m just getting some work done.

Oh, okay, well, then I won’t keep you. I borrowed some pictures of Rachel from Brady, and I just wanted to return them since the search is over.

Yes. Uh, thank you. I’ll make sure that he gets them. And thanks for stopping by.

Yeah. [soft tense music]

Belle?

Shawn, uh, EJ–

You don’t owe me an explanation. Your personal life, it’s none of my business. [soft tense music]

Your personal life is none of my business, either. But anyone who comes into my home is my business, and you– you are not welcome here.

Understood. I’ll be on my way.

You, uh–you slept with my cousin Shawn?

No. No, we didn’t sleep together, but I did kiss him.

I see.

It was a drunken mistake. And for the record, he did not kiss me back. He just took me home so that I could sleep it off.

Well, I guess– I guess I should thank him for looking out for you.

Well, he was looking out for you too.

What do you mean?

Well, this morning he asked me if there was any chance that I could ever forgive you. And, um… [apprehensive music] Actually did more than that. He urged me to forgive you, and I told him that I wasn’t sure if I was ready to do that.

I understand.

And then he offered me some advice. He said that if I thought that there was any chance at saving our marriage, that I should act on it before it’s too late. And I think– I think that he was right.

[groans] So good to see you, pumpkin.

You’re not mad at me anymore?

Uh, I’m not happy, honey, that you ran away. You scared me half to death. But you’re my little girl, and I’m very happy that you’re okay. And I will always love you no matter what, okay?

Can we do something fun, like go to the zoo?

Well, actually, sweetheart, honey, no, no, no. We’re gonna go to your therapy today. Remember, we talked about that?

Yeah, I do. You said I could tell them how much I hate Ava.

Well–

I’m sorry, what is that?

I think that’s what you said. All I said is that you can feel free to talk about your feelings, right?

Same thing.

Okay, why don’t you go get your winter jacket, all right?

Okay.

Kristen?

What?

Really?

No, that’s all I said. That’s all I said, Brady. [phone beeps] What is it? A text from Ava?

Yes. Finally.

Hmm. [suspenseful music]

Well, I solved your little mystery. I know why Brady hasn’t come looking for you.

Why? Did he not get my message?

Well, not all of it. Apparently, there was a bad connection and he didn’t hear you say you were coming to Aremid to fetch Rachel.

Oh, well… He’s still gonna wonder where I am when I don’t show up in Salem again.

No, he won’t. Thanks to your big mouth, I was able to help Rachel send Brady the perfect response.

“I’m sorry I haven’t returned your calls. I just landed in Hong Kong.”

Really? Really? Excuse me.

I’m sorry. I’m just curious. Why is she in Hong Kong?

It’s none of your business. I don’t know.

Well, it’s not hard to guess. She’s probably there to visit Tripp and Wendy. And maybe, just maybe, she’s kind enough to go there so that our little girl might have been inspired to come back home. I take it from your silence that I’m right. Oh, come on, Brady. What’s with the sad face? I mean, Ava–I mean, she’s going to be back soon.

No, you know? No, she’s not. It appears that she’s gonna be staying there for quite a long time because she doesn’t wanna get between my daughter and me.

Oh, dear. So is Ava breaking up with you?

Yes, she is.

Mission accomplished.

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Days Transcript Tuesday, January 28, 2025

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Ugh, they never warn you how much of a hassle it is keeping someone captive, do they? Holding Rafe in the tunnels is becoming a full-time job. Not that I need to tell you that. Of course, I don’t have a job, thanks to Jada Hunter. But I’ll get my revenge. The woman will rue the day she crossed a DiMera.

What woman would that be, Dad?

[laughs] You caught me. I was just complaining to your nonno about Commissioner Hunter.

What’d she do?

Well, besides going behind my back to Mayor Price and getting me fired.

Right, that. Well, look, I’d be happy to put in a good word for you with my mother-in-law, except I’m not exactly high up on Paulina’s list after what I did to her daughter.

[tense music]

Well, hello, hello. Hey! [chuckles] Well? How do I look?

You look good, Mama. Yeah, where are you going?

Oh, to an event for my police commissioner.

Mm. A fundraiser?

Hell, no. It’s Jada’s bachelorette party. So put down that popcorn. Get dressed. You are coming with me.

[music playing]

Well, tonight is Jada’s last hurrah as a single woman.

Ah. It’s our job to make sure it’s a night she never forgets.

I brought just the thing to help with that.

Ah.

All right.

[whimsical music]

Classy.

Oh, you know it, girl. All right. Here.

Party doesn’t start for an hour.

Well, don’t tell me Patch Johnson’s daughter is scared of a little pre-game. Yes! OK, now we’re talking. On three?

Sure. One, two–

Mmm. [laughing]

Mmm.

Mm-hmm.

Shawn, what are you still doing here?

Well, I just finished the report on Rachel Black. Apparently, Child Protective Services are getting involved.

Oh. Let’s hope nothing comes of that. Rachel was upset and ran away because her parents aren’t together. It’s unfortunate, but it’s– it’s nobody’s fault.

Yeah, I agree. And now that I’m done with that, I’m about to head over to your groom-to-be’s bachelor party.

Hmm. You boys better not get too wild.

Oh, come on. This is Rafe we’re talking about here. How wild do you think it’s going to get?

Ah. Well, let’s see. What are we in the mood for? Wild, Wild Cheerleaders or MILFs Gone Wild?

Oh, what’s up, primo? Why are you so jumpy?

Ah. I don’t know. I guess because I’m anxious about getting married tomorrow.

Which is why you need to relax. So I’m throwing you a bachelor party tonight.

You said bachelor party? As in booze and strippers bachelor party?

Yeah, you down with that?

Hell, yeah, I am.

Wow, I thought you might have been resistant to it.

Are you kidding me? Just don’t hog all the lap dances, OK? Groom gets first pick.

Oh, you don’t worry about that. You know tonight’s entertainment’s not my flavor.

Yeah, right. What kind of hot-blooded man doesn’t want a lap dance from a beautiful woman?

A hot-blooded man that likes other hot-blooded men.

[soft orchestration]

Announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so arethe “Days of Our Lives.”

Come on, you. Get a move on. Get dressed. We’ve got a party to attend.

Mama!

Don’t you Mama me. Now, I’ve been watching you moping around here for days, crying over that trifling ass Johnny DiMera.

Who happens to be my husband.

Well, look, I know– I know you’re still hurting. But just sitting around here feeling sorry for yourself isn’t going to change anything. So chop, chop. Get a move on. Get dressed. Get cute. Come on. Get up. Get up! Come on. I am going to get that man, that Johnny DiMera off your mind if it’s the last thing I do.

Oh. Ooh!

I take it there hasn’t been any improvement in your marital situation.

No, Chanel wants nothing to do with me.

Well, don’t give up hope. I can’t tell you the amount of times your mother and I forgave each other.

Till you didn’t. What’s with the tray?

Oh, I– I just got Harold to prepare me a light meal, light dinner, in fact, to have in my quarters.

You’re eating in your room? [chuckles]

Just trying to mix things up.

OK, well, I’d better– I’d better get going.

OK. Where are you off to?

Rafe’s cousin is throwing him a bachelor party down at the Pub.

A bachelor party?

Mm-hmm.

I didn’t know about this.

Well, why would you? You can’t stand Rafe.

Well, of course, the man is insufferable. But as you well know, I recently hired him to help me on a case. And he should be focused on the task at hand, not sowing the last of his wild oats.

Don’t you think Rafe deserves one night to let loose?

How loose are we talking?

I don’t know. I don’t have all the details. And it’s not like Rafe is known as a party animal.

Of course, you’re right. Well, please go have fun.

Thanks. I’ll see you later.

[chuckles] Bye. [sighs] The last thing I need is for Arnold to let loose in front of Rafe’s friends and family. One drunken slip of the tongue, and he could ruin everything.

Primo, did you forget that I’m gay?

No. No, I– of course I didn’t forget. I just figured that maybe tonight– tonight you go with the flow.

The flow? Well, yeah, stranger things have happened.

I guess. All right, well, I’m going to go get showered and get ready for the big night. Can’t wait to get some quality lap time with a hot little number and get hammered. Hammer time. [laughs]

Weird.

Sorry, my fiancé is so straight-laced.

Why are you apologizing to me?

Well, considering you’re a newly single guy, I’m sure you’d be up for a real party.

Hey, this is Rafe’s big night, so we go at his speed.

Well, I am glad to hear that. And, hey, I don’t want you to think that I’m complaining. Rafe is the most loving and loyal guy that I could ever want. I can’t tell you how good it feels to know exactly where I stand at all times, especially after some of my past relationships. Madame DA.

Hi there, Bridey. Hi, Shawn.

Hey, Belle.

Please tell me we don’t have an appointment that I forgot about.

Well, kind of. I was sent here to escort you to your bachelorette party.

[laughter]

Stephanie thought I needed an escort?

Well, she knew you had to work late and didn’t want you to weasel out of having a good time the night before your wedding.

But I’m not even dressed.

Oh, well. Tada! [laughs] Here, go change in your office. Go!

All right.

I was going to say, you look a little overdressed for police work.

Oh. [laughs]

I mean, come on. You look great.

Aw. Thank you. What are you doing tonight?

Well, as a matter of fact, I’m about to go to a bachelor party.

Oh, I wasn’t sure there was going to be one.

Yep, there’s one. And I think it should be fun.

Yeah. I’m really happy for Jada and Rafe.

Yeah, me too. So I guess I’m going to see you at the wedding tomorrow, then?

Yeah. Yeah, I’ll see you there. Ah, I should probably go and see if Jada needs any help.

Yeah.

[knocking]

Ha! Ha! Someone told me there’s a party.

Come on in, boss.

Oh, no, I am not your boss tonight. I’m just here for the fun. And I brought a friend.

Hi. I hope you don’t mind me crashing.

Are you kidding? The more the merrier.

Oh, Chanel, she needs some cheering up. She and Johnny, they’re going through a rough patch.

Dang, Mama. Why do you have to put my business all out in the street?

We’re among friends. Besides, I am sure that Stephanie and Gabi both know what it feels like to have a man cheat on you and break your heart.

Oh, you bet I do.

Your mom is right, Chanel. We’ve got your back.

Yeah, well, thank you. I really do appreciate that. Too bad my husband isn’t as loyal as my friends.

There you go, buddy.

Thanks. Where’s– where’s everybody else?

They should be here soon. Javi said that Rafe is still getting ready.

Is my– is my Grandpa Roman in the back?

Oh, no. No. Roman is in Chicago visiting with your Uncle Rex. He left me in charge of the joint, which is a decision he might live to regret. That was supposed to be a joke.

Ah. Right. Yeah. I’m sorry.

What’s going on? You OK, buddy?

Yeah. No, I’m fine. I just– I was– I was kind of hoping to talk to my Grandpa Roman about some stuff. I could use some advice.

OK, well, I’m not your grandpa, but I’m a good listener. And, you know, Kayla and I were over at Abe and Paulina’s the other night for dinner. We saw Chanel.

So then you– you know how badly I messed up.

I got the gist.

I think I really blew it, Uncle Steve. I– I don’t know if Chanel’s ever going to be able to forgive me.

Come on, Johnny. Listen, we all make mistakes, OK? A mistake doesn’t have to mean the end of your marriage. Just ask your Aunt Kayla about how many times I screwed up.

So then how’d you come out on the other side?

I’ll tell you how we did it. By trusting in the power of our love no matter how stupid I was to take it for granted.

Whoo!

[laughter]

That a girl.

OK, chica.

Maybe– maybe we should try to pace ourselves, baby.

I’m good, Mama. I know my limits.

[knocking]

[screaming]

Oh, the bride has arrived.

I told you I’d get her here looking fabulous.

I’m not overdressed?

Va va voom!

Oh, my god, are you kidding? You look amazing.

Come on in. The water’s fine.

It looks like you started without us.

Well, then you better catch up.

Are you ready?

Oh, yeah.

You know what? I am ready to turn all the way up tonight. Let’s put those boys to shame!

[cheering]

There you go.

Thanks. You know I got to admit, I was expecting something a little more rowdy.

We’ll get there. The night’s still young.

Yeah! So how awesome is this? Party for me with all my bros to celebrate.

Yeah. You deserve it, pal. There you go. Yeah.

So this party is anything goes, right?

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.

Oh, whoa, whoa. It’s a bachelor party, OK? You can say or do anything, and no one is going to tell you to stop, all right?

Good evening, gentlemen.

So much for that.

Dad, the Pub is closed for Rafe’s bachelor party.

I know.

Then what are you doing here?

Why wouldn’t I want to raise a toast to the lucky groom?

Well, maybe because you hate the guy’s guts.

And vice versa.

Well, I won’t deny that Rafe and I have had our clashes. I think we’re trying to turn a corner. Right, Rafe?

Uh-huh.

It’s hardly a ringing endorsement.

Well, Shawn, if you really must know, I’ve hired Rafe to investigate on my behalf, and I’ve come for a progress report.

Is that true, Rafe?

Yeah. Yeah, he did. It’s a– he just– he hired me to track down that Sloan Petersen chick. Is there a problem?

Yeah, there’s a problem. You can’t just take on new cases without running it by me first.

OK. I don’t see what the big deal is, man. I mean, we’re PIs. And he hired me, paid me a bunch of cash to do PI stuff.

The big deal is it’s my name and John’s name on that door, not yours. And it’s never a good idea to get involved with the DiMeras.

OK, buddy. You need to chill out.

Hey, hey, hey, Rafe, tell me you understand what I’m saying or we’ve got ourselves a real problem here.

Chug, chug, chug!

[laughter]

[dance music playing]

What are you looking at, hmm? Thinking you’re all cool with your little sunglasses and your little six-pack abs. I bet you cheat on your little inflatable wife all the time, too, don’t you?

Well, OK.

What did you put in these, because you’re not supposed to taste the alcohol.

Well, I’d tell you, but then I’d have to kill you.

No, you– you can’t threaten me. I am the commissioner. OK, honey? I’m–

Yeah, Jada’s right. That’s actually a prosecutable offense, and I would know because I’m the DA.

[laughter]

OK, I’m the mayor, and I don’t give a damn what’s in them.

[laughter]

It tastes good.

Wow, you think the guys are having as much fun as we are?

To hell with the guys, OK? Death to all straight cisgender men.

You’re trying to start something with me, Patchy?

Hey, boys, boys, boys, boys, boys. This is supposed to be a party. You can talk about who’s hiring who next week.

Yeah, you know what? Javi’s right. Let’s go– let’s go check on the food, you guys. And Johnny, maybe you could see if your dad has someplace else to be, so that’d be great.

Yeah, Dad–

Ah, Shawn, I’ll take a veggie and hummus tray if you have any back there. Just trying to cut back on the fried foods, you know?

Rafe, you see he’s just trying to cause trouble, and you’re playing right into it.

Come on, Uncle Steve. Come on. Let’s go see how those wings are doing. Let’s go. Come on.

It’s OK.

Dad, maybe– maybe it’d be a good idea if you found someplace else to go.

Nonsense. Rafe’s more than happy to have me here, aren’t you?

Yeah. Yeah, no, I’m fine if he stays.

Mm-hmm.

Well, it’s your night. I’m gonna go see if they need help bringing the food out of the kitchen.

I’m going to check on the entertainment, see if they’re on their way.

OK. Yeah, yeah, see, now you’re talking. This guy. You’re ruining my night.

This party isn’t for you, you pathetic slug. It’s for Rafe Hernandez!

Oh, yeah. I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but I have his stupid face.

These are some of his closest friends. And Steve Johnson is a professional snoop. If anyone can spot that you’re a fake, it’s him.

Oh, yeah. You know what? He didn’t see nothing. That’s why he was tweaking out, this guy. Besides, you’re the one who’s screwing things up. You didn’t have to tell Cyclops that I’m working for you, did you?

I needed to come up with a reason why I would attend a party of someone that I detest.

OK, whatever. I’m just waiting for the strippers.

You need to keep your eye on the prize. I am not paying you to get lap dances. You have one mission and one mission alone– to help me get back at Jada Hunter.

Easy now.

What? I’m just blowing off a little steam.

Oh, well, breathe, breathe, baby. That nice lifeguard didn’t do anything to you.

OK. OK. You know what, everyone? How about a game? Huh? Huh?

OK. What kind of game? Because I am at the point where I can’t remember any trivia.

[laughter]

No trivia. No trivia. Each of these cards has a personal question on it. So you pick one and you answer honestly or you take a shot. [laughter]

Oh! Hey!

Perfect. OK, first card. Oh! Name a hookup you regret. I’ll go first. Jeremy Horton, world class dirtbag.

[laughter]

And I’m going to take a shot anyway, to wash his name out of my mouth.

Yep, yep, yep, yep, yep, yep, yep. Aha.

[laughter]

Paulina?

Oh! That’s easy. 50 Cent.

What?

You hooked up with 50 Cent?

It’s pronounced Fitty Cent.

[laughter]

Oh, yeah, we ran in the same circles, back in my Miami days.

Ooh!

OK, I don’t think I would regret that one because that man is fine.

Oh, no, no. I don’t regret anything. We had a fabulous time.

[laughing]

Ooh, I just regret what happened afterwards.

What happened afterwards?

Ooh, brotha wouldn’t stop blowing up my pager.

[laughter]

Oh, I said “Curtis, boo, enough. I know I’m hard to get over, but please try.”

[laughter]

That is an incredible flex.

Yes, you– you are a legend.

Wow. We should use that story during your campaign.

No.

Oh my god. Wow. OK, well, who’s next? Belle?

Oh, god, no, I’m not following that. I’ll take a shot.

[laughter]

All right, then, what about our bride? Yeah. Commissioner Jada Hunter, soon-to-be Hernandez. Give us a hookup you regret.

OK, well, it was actually my first time.

Aww.

This is good.

Yeah, I was in high school, and we went to band camp.

[laughter]

Like in “American Pie”?

No, no, no. It was not like that in the movie. It was– it was actually like– it was pretty sweet.

Aww.

Yeah, until the gorgeous saxophone player that I hooked up with went around and told every single person at the camp that we slept together.

Oh, no.

What a tool.

I know.

Typical.

Did you find him and shove his sax down his throat?

[laughter]

No, I was too embarrassed. I was too embarrassed. But even– even after all this time, if I ever catch him out, it is a one trip ticket to taser-town.

[laughter]

OK, OK. Hey, no one heard me say that.

No, no, please, please, please. We’ll help you do it. What’s this loser’s name?

No, no, no, no. Forget about it. Gabi, you’re next. What hookup do you regret?

That’s easy. EJ DiMera.

Wait, you hooked up with EJ?

Uhh. I wanted to pay Stefan back for sleeping with Ava while I was in prison.

You see, every damn DiMera! Cheaters!

Chanel.

It was a huge mistake, and it completely destroyed my marriage.

Screw EJ!

Oh my god. Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.

Here’s another one. All right, all right. You know what? Belle, quit keeping us in suspense. Spill.

Well, Gabi here already stole my thunder because my most regrettable hookup was also EJ.

[tense music]

You hooked up with EJ?

OK, listen, this was when Shawn and I were separated. And, you know, I actually thought that we had something. And then my sister showed up, a.k.a. EJ’s ex-wife, and she completely freaked out. So–

So Sami scared you away?

No, Sami scared EJ away. And he was, like, tripping all over himself, telling her how much I didn’t mean anything to him.

Oh.

I know, I probably deserved for breaking girl code, so–

No, no, to hell with them. EJ went after his ex’s sister. That man has no conscience.

Mm-mm.

I can attest to that.

Is there anyone in the room who has not slept with my father-in-law? Praise the Lord. Some of y’all got taste.

Chanel, your turn. Tell us the hookup that you regret.

Oh, that’s easy. My husband, Johnny. He is every bit as nasty as that father of his.

Are you listening to me?

You’re as bad as one-eyed Willie. I know what to do, OK?

You better, because I’m starting to lose my patience.

Dinner is served. All the deep fried goodness you could ever want, and some rabbit food for Lord Fauntleroy over there.

So I couldn’t get in touch with the entertainment. But would anyone like to play darts while we wait?

I’m afraid playtime is over, boys. At least for one of you.

You don’t mean that about Johnny.

The hell I don’t. You know what? I thought that Johnny was the love of my life. But all he did was shatter my heart into a million little pieces when he cheated with that skank, Joy Wesley.

Ooh, boy.

And, you know what? I should have known– I should have known when he was possessed by the devil that he was not right for me.

Say what now?

You know, the devil, he only preys on the weak-minded.

Oh, well, we know that’s not true from experience.

OK, what is going on here?

You know what this party needs?

An exorcism.

[laughter]

A change of scenery. What say we hit the road?

Can we help you with something, officer?

I’m the one asking the questions here, Pirate Pete.

[laughter]

What’d she just call me?

Whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey, I’m sorry. I don’t– I don’t think we’ve met. I’m Detective Shawn Brady. OK, look, my family owns the place, and we’re having a private bachelor party for a good friend of ours who just happens to be the ex-commissioner.

Good for you.

I’m sorry, officer. What’s going on here?

You’re the groom?

Yeah. Is there a problem?

Oh, you better believe it. I’m here to arrest you for identity theft.

[dramatic music]

Identity theft?

You heard me. You’re going around Salem claiming you’re someone you’re not.

Yeah, I don’t know–

A married man. When you’re still very much single.

What?

At least for one more night. Woo!

I told you there’d be entertainment.

That’s what I’m talking about.

Let’s go.

[upbeat music]

OK, guys, our car is here, and we should all be able to squeeze in.

OK, OK, where are we going? Are we going clubbing?

Yeah! You’ll see. You’ll see.

[laughter]

You know what? Why don’t you girls, you go on ahead. I think I’m going to get Chanel home.

Are you sure?

Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. She wasn’t really up for this, and I just– I didn’t listen to her, so let me– come on, let me get you to bed.

No, I don’t want to go home.

Well, I think you do.

No, I don’t. I’m just starting to have fun.

Now, baby, you’re still hurting.

No, I feel great, OK? Look, the night is young and free and so am I. So where are we going?

[music playing]

Oh. I’ve been a bad boy. Want to arrest me?

Uh-uh-uh. You can look, but you can’t touch.

Oh, come on, baby. Just one little touch. I’m a good tipper.

Your bride is a lucky lady.

Yeah.

Oh!

Hmm. Having a good time?

Jada? Jada, I was–

Oh, don’t let us interrupt you, big brother.

No, no, no, I– we were just doing–

Calm down, Rafe. You know what happens at bachelor parties. Go ahead. Finish your lap dance.

[laughs] No, no, no. Because I would rather have a lap dance from you.

What the hell are you doing here?

I could ask you the same thing.

OK, well, you better not ruin this night for my brother. I’m going to go get a drink.

OK, nice talking to you, Ms. Hernandez. [gags]

Hey. What happened to the bachelorette party?

Well, someone needed to make sure that your boys are behaving. [laughs]

Yeah. Well, let’s just hope that these two behave.

Hey, I– I didn’t know you were going to Jada’s party.

Yeah? Well, that’s because I don’t have to tell you my plans anymore.

It’s not what I meant.

No. No, because you never say what you actually mean, like when you said that you promised to– what was it? Love, honor, and be faithful to me?

Chanel.

No, no. Save it. Or matter of fact, you know what, tell it to Joy Wesley, OK? Because you are her problem now.

Oh! Chanel!

I’m on it.

No, no, no. Let me go. Let me go. I’m the only one that’s completely sober. And plus, I know a little bit about letting alcohol and anger get the better of you.

Thank you.

All right.

[laughs] Well, as much fun as tonight has been for the both of us, I think we should be heading out.

What? Now?

Yeah. We don’t want to be hung over for our wedding day tomorrow. I’ll get us a car.

Yeah, well, actually, I already got a room at the Inn.

You do? Why?

No, no, no. Well, because it’s– I mean, you’re not supposed to be together before your wedding, right? It’s bad luck. Besides, it’s going to make our wedding night all the more special, right?

Wow, you really are old-fashioned.

Is that a bad thing?

Well, I’m not thrilled that we’re going to spend the night away from each other, but I’ll allow it, if it means that it will make tomorrow as special as we both want it.

Oh, I know it. Yeah.

Oh, well, looks like you ladies had a good time, huh?

I will be paying for it tomorrow.

No, you won’t.

Oh, boy.

No, no, no. Come on. No, no, no. We’ll clean up later. Come here. Yes, you come over here with your Papa. Have a seat.

It’s such a mess, though.

The mess can keep. Come on. Sit down.

OK. What’s up?

Well, why don’t you tell me? I know that you and your mom had an ice cream and rom-com night so you could process your break up with Phillip. I just want to make sure you’re OK. Because she said you sounded kind of defeatist.

Maybe that’s because I’ve been defeated.

Come on, baby girl. You can’t let one bad experience cause you to give up on love.

One bad experience? Are we forgetting that this is my second time at bat with Philip, not to mention Chad and Everett and all the other failed relationships.

Come on. Forget about those guys. Listen to me. There is somebody out there who’s just as perfect for you as your mom is for me.

I don’t know about that.

Oh, I do. And one of these days, you’re going to find him. And you’re going to be having your own bachelorette party.

[laughs]

Yeah. And after that, I’m going to walk my little sweetness down the aisle.

Thanks, Dad. I needed to hear that.

Come here. Oh, my baby girl.

You know you did not need to drive me home, and you certainly did not need to walk me to my door.

You seem to have had an awful lot to drink tonight.

Oh, please, I barely had anything to drink. I had, like, six Jell-O shots. Maybe seven. I don’t know.

Oh, was that all?

I know how to call a rideshare.

My driver was already sitting outside the Pub.

Oh, well, you’re nothing if not a gentleman.

Well, you know, I have my moments.

Oh, well, do you have your moments where you recognize sarcasm? Because I was being sarcastic. I don’t think you’re a gentleman at all.

[sighs] What is your problem with me, Belle?

My problem?

I mean, if there was any reason to be upset, it’d be me.

[scoffs] You?

Yes, yes. You stole my job.

Well, you ghosted me after Sami found out about us.

Is that what this is about? Did you go after the DA position because you hadn’t gotten over me yet?

Oh, please, the only person here who hasn’t gotten over you is you. Now get the hell out of my house.

Ooh, I seem to have struck a nerve. In vino veritas and all that.

Oh, my god. You are so smug. I don’t know what I ever saw in you.

I don’t know. You tell me.

[soft music]

[dance music]

Oh, there you are.

Finally, a friendly face.

It’s good to see you, too.

Wait, wait, did Mama send you?

No, no, she didn’t send me. I volunteered. I’m here to make sure you get home safe.

I don’t want to go home. I want to dance. Come on. Come on. Dance with me, Shawn.

Chanel, you are drunk.

Yeah, I know. And I plan on getting even drunker. And then who knows where the night will take us.

[laughter]

You guys are so sweet to make sure that I got home OK.

Well, we live here too.

I have the bestest future in-laws ever.

[laughter]

Well, I’m just glad that you had fun tonight and that you weren’t too upset walking in on that stripper.

Oh. Why would I be upset? That stripper might have had one dance with my man Rafe. But I– I get to spend my whole life with him.

Hell, yeah, you do.

Yeah. How lucky am I? Well, I better get to my room because I got to get some sleep so I can be fresh for my wedding day tomorrow with your brother. Oh. You know, just think, in a few short hours, I am going to be Mrs. Rafe Hernandez. [giggles]

[knocking]

Oh, you came.

Why else would I have taken your number?

Oh. All right, then. Let’s get this party started, shall we?

[music playing]

[groans]

Oh!

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Days Transcript Monday, January 27, 2025

Posted on January 27, 2025February 2, 2025 by TvMegasite Admin

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Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join Kassandra and Rhett in holy matrimony. If anyone knows any reason why these two should not wed, let them speak now or forever hold their peace. And then back from the dead, Charlemagne bursts in to announce she’s pregnant with Rhett’s baby. Pandemonium erupts. But why should she get to have all the fun? Who says there can’t be two interruptions? Suddenly, Rhett’s twin brother Thrust bursts into the church. And he says– he says–

Who do you have to sleep with to get a drink around here?

[jazzy music]

Hey, I’m sorry to just show up like this. I hope you weren’t busy.

No, no, I was just on Julie’s computer trying to find a job. I need to start paying you back that money that you loaned me. What’s going on? Are you OK?

Not really.

Let me guess. Is this about that girl that Tate got pregnant?

[light upbeat music]

Hey.

Hey. Any takers?

Well, everyone seemed really concerned, and everyone took one. They said they’d put it in their windows and stuff. Ah, I just hope it gets results so we can track her down.

Yeah, I’ve been checking social media. It’s getting a lot of reposts, but no word yet.

Dad said he would call if there’s any news. So far, I haven’t heard anything.

[ominous music]

[phone beeps]

Brady, it’s Ava. You need to call me back as soon as you get this–

[phone static] [line clicks]

Damn it, Ava, what were you trying to tell me?

Rachel, are you–
[eerie music]

[dramatic musical flourish]

That was even easier than I thought.

No kidding.

Looks like this Ava woman won’t be coming between your mommy and daddy anymore.

[soft orchestration]

Announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so arethe “Days of Our Lives.”

[jazzy music]

That is the first thing you said to me when we met. Who do you have to sleep with to get a drink around here? Thought it was wonderfully crass and bold. And I considered answering, me. But then I thought that was too crass and too bold, not to mention a little pushy. So I controlled myself and said something reasonably polite, as I recall.

Actually, you said nothing, as I recall. You were, uh, sitting right here in this very bar, and you were sitting over there typing away, drinking a spicy Mezcal Paloma.

Time-out, time-out, Romeo. If you knew what I was drinking, why did you act like you didn’t?

Maybe because I wanted you to tell me about it. Is that such a big mystery, Juliet?

No. I just like hearing you say it.

You were drinking a caipirinha.

My usual.

Mm-hmm. It was tart, very sweet. And I knew that as soon as I tasted it, I would always associate it with you. Which is why I couldn’t even look at a caipirinha for a while– you know, when we were not seeing each other.

Yeah, things did get a little loco between us, I mean, for a while anyway.

Thanks to me and this cursed laptop.

No, no, don’t hurt its feelings. That’s what drew me over to you in the first place.

I thought it was my dimples.

Well, creative guys are my weakness, but creative guys with dimples? Guárdame. And besides, all that matters is that we found our way back to each other.

[phone beeps]
[line trilling]

Come on, Ava. Come on, pick up. [phone ringing]

[eerie music]

Brady calling. It’s your dad.

What do we do?

Simple. We just won’t answer it.

Ava, hey. It’s Brady. I got your message. I heard you say that you needed me to call you back, but there must have been a bad connection because I couldn’t hear the rest. Is this about Rachel? Please call me when you can.

[sighs]

So I was with Tate trying to help him find his missing sister.

His sister’s missing?

Yeah. She ran away and nobody can find her.

Oh, wow. I’m really sorry. That’s terrible.

Yeah. Everyone’s, like, really worried.

Yeah, well, I’m surprised you’re still not with Tate.

Well, we were trying to get the word out on social media. We figured if enough people knew she was missing, maybe someone would have seen her.

Sure. Yeah, of course.

Mm-hmm. And just as we were brainstorming ideas, Sophia shows up unannounced. And she drops this huge bombshell that her mom won’t let her give the baby up for adoption, which, I guess, now means that Tate and her have to raise the baby together. So that’s why I’m still not with him. [twangy guitar music]

Hey, I’m thinking maybe we should split up. You know, I’ll stay here. I’ll watch the laptop. And you go home and maybe see if you can help out there

No, actually, I think we’ll get more done together. Besides, we need to talk about what happened.

Uh, OK.

Because I’ve been thinking, Tate, about the whole adoption thing.

OK. What about it?

Well, since my mother is never going to agree to it, what if we–

What if we what?

What if we do it anyway?

[tense music]

So, speaking of your sexy profession, how’s the writing going?

Well, if I could figure out a way to make this wedding sexy, then all of my problems would just melt away. Alas–

Hey. If anyone can do it–

Well, then I would still have to figure out where 15 different cast members are sitting, who says what to whom. It’s a lot of work. I should be getting hazard pay.

Hey. Try planning a real wedding. Jada and Rafe are getting married in 16 hours, and I still don’t even want to think about what I have to do tomorrow.

Well, at least you have help. Who’s Rafe’s best man?

I don’t think he has one. Tell me– what?

Who’s planning his bachelor party?

What, I’m supposed to do that, too?

Well, if nobody’s volunteered.

Oh my God. I have never planned a bachelor party. I’ve never been to a bachelor party. So I have to order food. I have to book a venue.

OK. the venue is the easy part, Martha Stewart. Just reserve this place. no perspiration required. Or better yet, the Brady Pub. That’s probably more Rafe’s speed. Look, it’s just a bunch of guys sitting around drinking. They’re not going to care where they are, as long as there’s a stripper.

A stripper? Where am I going to get stripper?

That’s where your roguish boyfriend comes in.

I got a feeling Rafe would prefer a woman.

His loss.

And for that matter. Jada would, too.

OK, you need a stripper? I can find you a stripper. Oh, shoot.

What is it?

That kid, Doug, left me a message yesterday. I must have missed it.

Mr. Stark, it’s Doug Williams. I just wanted to let you know I paid off all my debts. A friend gave me a loan. And I’m determined to get a job and pay it back completely. I need to do right by the people here in Salem that have been so good to me.

So if you could call me back, I was wondering if there’s any way you could help me again. And I want to do whatever it takes to get that necklace back to Julie.

[suspenseful music]

Maybe this isn’t as bad as you think it is.

Right. It’s probably worse.

Oh, come on. Just because Sophia has to keep the baby doesn’t mean she and Tate are going to raise it together.

Yeah, I guess that’s true. But still, it’s like they’re going to be tied to each other for– for practically the next 18 years. I mean, we’re literally going to be in our 30s by that time.

OK. I think you might be getting a little ahead of yourself there.

No, not really. I mean, when I first found out Sophia was pregnant, I tried to be so understanding and hopeful because– because I know the two of them didn’t mean for this to happen. And they were on their way to get an abortion.

Which would have made everything a lot simpler.

Right. But when Sophia’s mom found out, it’s like all of a sudden Sophia’s actually having the baby. And only then Tate tells me they’re even talking about adoption. But guess what. Sophia’s mom didn’t approve of that, either. So– so it’s like this is never going to be over. Next thing you know, Tate’s going to be telling me he has to marry Sophia after all.

[twangy guitar music]

I’m sorry. What do you mean we’ll do it anyway? How are we going to give the baby up for adoption without your mother’s approval?

Simple. I’ll be 18 before the baby is born. So what if we go to an adoption agency and make all the arrangements? And my mom never has to know.

Sophia, I don’t think it’s a good idea.

Why not?

Because I just– I don’t think that going to an adoption agency on the sly is a good plan.

It is if we’re the only ones who know about it.

Sophia, your parents are going to find out about this. You said your mother freaked out when you went to the doctor’s appointment without her, right? OK, what happens when you go to the hospital nine months’ pregnant and you don’t come home with a baby? [tense music]

Brady, come on. What is the news? Just tell me what’s going on.

JJ stopped by the house earlier, said there’s nothing new to report yet. Did you get some rest?

No! I couldn’t. I’m just a little too worked up.

I know. Me, too.

I mean, especially after I talked to EJ.

Talked to– what are you, a glutton for punishment?

No. I mean, he was actually kind of being great.

EJ?

Yeah.

EJ DiMera? Great?

Well, I mean, we do have our moments sometimes. And he just– he wanted to let me know that he was doing everything he could to find Rachel and that were, you know, still a family, even though we’re not related by blood.

Is she dead?

Not to worry. She’s very much alive.

She’s clearly a tough bird, though. No wonder she caused so much trouble for your mommy. But now she’s out of the way, nothing to stop your mommy and daddy getting back together again.

Tate, listen. This could really work. OK, just– just think about it. We don’t tell my parents about the adoption until after the baby is born. And what can they do about it then aside from yelling? It’s not like they can interfere with the adoption since I’ll be over 18.

What? What are you thinking?

Just that– they’re– they’re not just going to yell and then get over it. They’re bound to be extremely upset and angry.

So what? I’m used to that.

Yeah, but not the kind of anger you’d be getting over something this huge. Sophia, like, I don’t know. What if they decide not to pay for your college?

Then I will take out a loan. Or maybe I’ll get a scholarship, or at least a partial one.

I just– I think this is a disaster waiting to happen.

Not necessarily. I mean, like I said, I can take my parents going ballistic. And if they don’t want to support me after that, then fine. I’ll support myself. They can disown me for all I care.

What? What are you thinking now?

[gentle piano music]

You said your mom doesn’t want the baby raised by strangers, right?

Yeah, that’s what she said.

What if they weren’t strangers? Like, what if– hear me out. What if we found a really, really perfect couple who wanted to adopt a baby? And then we got to know them, you know. And your mom did, too. She’d– she’d probably end up really liking them, maybe even trusting them, right? What do you think?

Well, I can’t imagine my mom liking anyone who’s not religious.

OK, fine. All right, then we’ll make sure the couple is religious. You know, my Uncle Eric used to be a priest, so maybe he can put us in touch with some couples. Sophia, if your mom knows that the baby is for sure going to be raised in a good Christian home, then maybe she’d change her mind.

Please get back to me when you can. Thanks.

So what’s this necklace that he’s talking about?

Uh, I probably shouldn’t have played that message out loud.

No, it’s too late. You got to spill.

Look, I was doing this kid a favor. Technically, it might have been illegal. Look, the less you know the better, considering you’re planning a wedding for the police commissioner and the former police commissioner.

Well, now I just want to know if I’m going to be visiting my boyfriend in jail.

Listen to me. I’m going to take care of this. You just focus on planning an unforgettable bachelor party. Although now that I think about it, the ones people can’t actually remember are probably the best ones.

Well, a night of debauchery is my plausible deniability.

Don’t forget– more alcohol, the better. Words to live by.

Leo!

Courage! I’ll be back soon.

Hey, don’t forget about my stripper!

[jazzy music]

Not– not my stripper. Just a stripper. Yes, just a random stripper.

God, I’m so sorry for trauma-dumping on you again. I probably sound so self-involved.

Why wouldn’t you be? I mean, you’re dealing with a lot. And it’s not fair to you. I mean, you’re in love. This is supposed to be the time of your life that people write songs about.

Yeah, I’m sure a ton of people write songs about their boyfriends getting another girl pregnant, too.

Yeah. Yeah, they do. But they don’t end up on any decent playlists, because they’re so depressing.

God, I’m such a cliché, aren’t I? Ohh.

Well, look at it this way, OK? It’s like you’re gathering material for your first album. So when you become rich and famous, I can say I knew you when.

But will you put me on your playlist?

On repeat.

[gentle music]

EJ and I– I mean, we started talking about my biological family. And well, he seemed curious about some of the more, well, shall we say, colorful aspects of my upbringing.

Mm-hmm. Yeah, who wouldn’t be?

Well, it was all in my memoir.

It’s going to be a Pulitzer Prize-winner for sure.

No, undoubtedly it will. But he was interested in my childhood and my biological parents. And so I went to get my scrapbook to show him, you know, all about Aremid and my family and our summer home there. And the book is not on the shelf anymore.

So someone moved it to another shelf or something.

Yeah, well, I certainly didn’t do it. And Harold– I asked him, and he didn’t do it. So who took it off the shelf, Brady? That’s what I want to know. What? Come on. No, no, no. What are you thinking? Come on.

[stammers] Could be Rachel.

Rachel?

Yeah. Kids are always curious about what their parents were like growing up, right?

Yeah.

You said you recently had it out. You were looking at it. Is it possible that she saw you taking it off a shelf or putting it back?

No. Yes. I think– yeah, I guess so. Maybe.

Because if she is the one that took the book, that would be a clue to where she might be. You said this book was all about your family, Kristen.

Yeah. Oh my God, Brady. You think she went to Aremid? I mean, I know it’s not very far. It’s just a few miles out of town.

Let’s go.

It’s a shot. Let’s– yes, yes!

[dramatic music]

So do you really think my parents are going to get back together now?

Well, I can’t say for sure, but we certainly have cleared the path.

Until she wakes up. What will happen then?

Well, we certainly don’t want things to go back to the way they were, do we?

No way.

So we’re going to have to come up with a plan, some way to make sure this mean lady doesn’t prevent you from getting what you want– a family, you, your mommy and daddy together forever.

[eerie music]

[gentle music]

[doorbell rings]

I should probably go get that.

Right.

Ooh, I am so sorry. I just got your message about the necklace. Holly, hi.

Hi.

Not sure if you’ve heard, but I make necklaces now. Really all sorts of jewelry– just a little side gig to make ends meet.

Mr. Stark, it’s OK. She knows everything.

Well, there’s everything. And then there’s everything.

We’re friends.

Ugh, give a girl a heart attack, why don’t you. Is there anyone else in on this? The Mormon Tabernacle Choir, perhaps?

Don’t worry. Julie’s not here.

Hallelujah. OK, so you want to get the necklace back, yeah?

Is that even possible?

Well, I’m sure I’ll be able to track it down. That’s not the hard part. But knowing how these people operate, it will likely cost you more to get it back than you got it for in the first place. In fact, I can assure you they have even fewer scruples than I do.

I was afraid of that. I don’t even know what I was thinking when I left you that message. I mean, I definitely want it back. But I don’t have a dime to my name after I paid off those guys I owed.

How did you make up the difference? You said you didn’t get enough from the sale.

That’s thanks to Holly. She loaned it to me. And I definitely need to pay her back first.

Don’t even worry about that. Just worry about getting the necklace back, OK?

No. You first. Definitely. As long as I can start making some money soon. And once I make enough to repay you, and hopefully I can buy back the necklace if it’s still available. But first, I need to find a freaking job.

OK. OK. Look, there is only enough space in this dubiously decorated room for one drama queen, meaning–

Why don’t you come and work for me?

Like I said, my mother has never been a change her mind kind of person. And she seems hell-bent on keeping this kid in our family. But if she did get to know this couple, and she could be sure the baby wasn’t just being sent off to parts unknown, then–

Then yes, then– then this could be the answer, Sophia, for both of us– all three of us.

And then I could actually go off to college.

Exactly. Yeah. So what do you think? Do you think your mom might agree to this? Is it worth a shot?

I do. I mean, I don’t want us to get our hopes up too high. But I– I do think it might work. Oh my God. How did you even come up with this idea?

I don’t know. Something about necessity being the mother of invention kind of thing.

Right. Well, it’s kind of brilliant, actually.

Well, hang on. Only if it works.

True. But I’m actually hopeful for the first time since my mother found out about the baby.

Yeah. Me, too.

Now all we have to do is find the perfect couple.

[light music]

Rachel?

Are you here, sweetie?

My God, it looks like no one’s been here for ages.

Rachel!

Oh my God!

Honey!

No, no.

Sweetie!

I’ve been so worried about you!

Wow. You scared us half to death!

Oh, you’re OK? You’re OK, yes? Oh my God.

What are you doing here?

What do you– honey, what do you think we’re doing here?

We’re looking for you.

Together?

Oh, well, it looks like our instincts were right.

Sweetheart, you did take my book.

How else would I find this place?

Why didn’t you tell us were coming here?

Sweetie, we had no idea where you were. You were all alone here. Anything could have happened to you in this weird place.

But I wasn’t alone.

[eerie music]

I totally lost track of time. I should probably get home. Oh, but it’s good that we talked.

Yeah. Yeah, definitely. I should go, too. Maybe there’s been some news about Rachel.

Oh, yeah. Text me if there is.

Of course. Hey, I just want to let you know everything will be OK. Whatever we do, we’ll figure it out together.

Thanks.

[twangy guitar music]

Like I said, I couldn’t get through this without you.

Work for you?

I could use an assistant. Honestly, I can’t believe I’ve made it this long without one.

But I don’t know anything about writing.

Which is why I will be doing the writing, and you will be doing the assisting.

Well, I even less about soap operas.

Well, look, it is complicated. I won’t lie. There are a lot of pieces, all moving at different speeds at different times. But all you really need to know is that we tell love stories. You know about love stories, don’t you?

Yeah, he does. We were just talking about the “10 Things I Hate About You.” The title is supposed to be ironic.

Uh, OK.

Mr. Stark, I can’t ask you to do this for me.

Honestly, you’ll be doing me a favor. I am drowning in scripts. And after the whole Lady Whistleblower fiasco, I need somebody to make sure that things stay secure.

OK. That sounds amazing. Thank you so much.

Yeah.

And it’s probably going to take a little bit of time, but I can finally start paying you back.

Uh, did you hear the way she just stuck up for you? And you want to make her wait? I don’t care what they say. Chivalry is not dead. And I suppose I could find my way toward giving you an advance.

[gentle music]

Honey, what do you mean you weren’t alone?

I was with Seymour.

[gentle piano music]

Listen to me, young lady. You and Seymour are in serious trouble.

How serious?

How serious? OK, you know what? We’ll talk about this when we get home. Now get your things and come on. Get packing. I can’t believe this.

Are you OK?

Yeah, yeah, yeah. Yeah, I’m just– I’ll collapse later.

Yeah. I’ll be right behind you. All right, come on, honey. We got to go. All right, you got everything? Let’s go.

Wait. I forgot something. My parents found me.

Yes, but the plan can still work. Here, take Ava’s phone. I’ll take care of Ava.

OK.

Go.

[ominous music]

OK, I think we’re all set for the bachelor party. Did you get the stripper?

It’s all arranged. Sadly, Gypsy Rose Lee wasn’t available.

Who?

Oh, Javi. I have so much to teach you. I should start calling you Grasshopper.

Who’s– OK, forget it. What about your necklace situation?

I think it’s all worked out. Everything is coming up roses.

Ah, so you were able to help the kid out?

I did what I could.

He’s lucky to have you looking out for him.

Maybe. But I get the feeling I’m not his only guardian angel.

Wow. You’ve got a job.

I have one question. What is “10 Things I Hate About You”?

Oh my God. Um, OK, it’s this heartbreaking tale of young love set in Czarist Russia.

Really?

No, not really. It’s just a silly old rom-com. Anyway, that was super nice of Leo. I mean, he hardly knows you, and he really stuck his neck out for you.

Yeah. I mean, he’s not the only new person in my life that’s been nice to me.

Mm.

[phone rings]

It’s Tate. Hey, what’s going on?

Holly, guess what. I just talked to my dad. They found Rachel.

Oh my God. That’s amazing.

Yeah, I know. Hey, uh, listen, I’m really sorry about before. Do you maybe want to get together and talk? Are you busy?

Uh, no. No, I’m not busy. I’ll be right there.

[gentle music]

I have already called Harold. And you are getting three weeks without cable and Wi-Fi.

Three weeks?

Yes, three weeks. And I– I am being very generous, my dear. You know, I could be laying down the law right now and sending you to bed without any supper. But since you have survived 24 hours with only one peanut butter and jelly sandwich, I’m going to have Cook make you up some mac and cheese, and I will try not to slather it with a lot of hot sauce. But I can’t make any promises, young lady. Hmm?

Daddy, do you want to stay for mac and cheese?

After everything you just put me through? Yeah, yeah, I could probably use a couple bites of mac and cheese. Listen, I want you to understand that this little stunt you pulled, it’s not going to put Mommy and Daddy back together. And I know you think that that’s what’s going to happen. But you have to understand that Ava is a big part of my life right now, OK? And there’s nothing you can do to change that, sweetie.

[foreboding music]

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[somber music]

I don’t know. I’ve really been trying to put on a brave face for Kristen, showing her we’re going to find Rachel. We’ll be fine.

I’m thinking about her out there all alone, just–just angry and sad. I-I’m not only scared, Ava. I feel very guilty.

Why guilty?

That–that she was driven to this. Kristen and I failed as parents. We didn’t–we didn’t–we didn’t love her the right way. We didn’t cherish her the right way. She felt she was so desperate that this is what she needed to do? What does that say about– I just want her to come home, I just want her to come home.

Come here, come here, come here, come here, come.

I’m sorry, I’m sorry, you know, I’m sorry for leaning on you.

No, no, no. What is–no, no, no. Are you kidding me? This is your daughter we are talking about. I want you to lean on me. I’m here for you.

Thank you. I appreciate it. Tell you what, though, given– given the way Kristen reacted when I last spoke to her, I doubt she’d be very happy that we’re together like this.

OK, well, Kristen doesn’t need to know, does she?

[tense music]

[sighs] Rachel. Sweetheart, I need you to come back to me. Oh, and the police. The police have been predictably useless in their endeavor. No news, no leads, not even an inkling of an idea of where you could be. [scoffs] What would I expect from Salem’s finest?

You wouldn’t sit around waiting for any help from these simpletons if yourfamily was in danger. So neither will I.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa! Hey, hey, hey! What the hell? What the hell are you doing?

What?

What are you doing?

Mm. Hi, Belle. Thanks for checking in. Oh, I thought I’d come into the office for a while and see if I could get some work done. Hmm, yeah. Look, you will let me know if there’s any word at all about Rachel, won’t you? Yeah. Thank you. I love you too, honey. Bye-bye. [knock at door] Come in. Oh, Cat.

Dr. Evans, I– sorry to bother you. The front desk said that you might be on a break right now?

I am, yes.

OK, I just quickly was hoping to ask if– if you had had time to talk to Dr. Johnson about hiring me as your assistant.

Oh, the assistant job. I’m sorry. No, I haven’t had time yet.

Oh. OK. [chuckles] You know what? If you’ve changed your mind, I don’t–

No, no, no. It’s not–it– it isn’t that at all. It’s just that… there’s a lot going on here right now, and–and… and we’re in a bit of a crisis. My granddaughter has gone missing.

Yeah, I want my niece’s picture on the front page. And I want the AMBER Alert pushed out on all our social media. Yeah, thanks. Hey, anything new?

Unfortunately, no. We did have a false alarm earlier. A child matching Rachel’s description was taken to the hospital with serious injury, but it turned out it wasn’t her. It was actually a young girl named Lucy, who’s going to be OK, apparently.

OK. Good, good. What else you got? I’ll keep it under wraps.

I don’t think that’s going to be an issue, because I’m sorry to say I’ve got nothing. It’s as though Rachel’s disappeared into thin air.

[somber music]

Well, it’s not how I imagined it. How about you, Seymour? [soft thud] Who’s there? I have a snake, and he bites.

[tense music]

Well, luckily for you, I don’t.

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

We have gone through the footage from the DiMera mansion, and it seems Rachel walked off the property through the front door of the house. No sighting of her since. But she couldn’t have gotten very far. Obviously, way too young to drive, and the only cash she took with her were contents in her piggy bank, less than 100 bucks.

Well, I mean, could she have came up with extra cash? You know, from somewhere around the house?

I’ve been checking any of the transport options where she might have tried to use it, buses, trains, planes. So far, nothing.

Well, you’re covering all the angles, then.

Certainly trying. Jada insisted I come home, take a break, go back later with fresh eyes.

I’ve been using “The Spectator” to get the word out, but– I mean, somebody had to have seen something.

Yeah. No, you would think. But we haven’t gotten very many tips. Ones we have gotten haven’t led anywhere.

I just feel so bad for Kristen. Her daughter is her life.

What am I doing? My daughter is missing, EJ, in case you’ve been too self-absorbed to notice! And I’m not just going to sit around and do nothing while the incompetent fools of our so-called police force are doing essentially the same. So if you don’t mind, I am going to start my search in the tunnels.

Kristen, Kristen, there’s no need to look there. The footage from the CCTV showed that Rachel left through the front doors, not the tunnels. Besides, I myself have torn apart every inch of that underground labyrinth and found nothing. Believe me, there is no sign of Rachel. There’s no sign of Rachel down there.

[tense music]

OK. If she is not in the tunnels and she is not in the house or with family and friends, then tell me, EJ, where the hell is she?

Please.

I am so sorry, Dr. Evans. I saw the AMBER Alert this morning. I had no idea it was your granddaughter. Do they know what happened? Do they have any leads?

Well, we think she ran away. At least, we’re not worried that she’s being held by some stra– stranger.

Thank God for that.

And she’s–she’s a very resourceful girl, you know? The police are out looking everywhere for her.

[somber music] It’s just hard not to worry that, I don’t know, she might find some… dangers out there all by herself.

Who are you?

Well, you’rethe one trespassing. Why don’t you tell me who you are?

Rachel.

I see. What a beautiful name.

Thanks. I’m named after my mommy’s mommy. She used to live here.

Oh. And what is your mommy’s name?

Kristen.

[inhales deeply] Ah. Beautiful name as well. If I had a daughter, I might call her that, too. And what about your reptilian friend here?

This is Seymour.

Hmm. And what, may I ask, are you and Seymour doing in my house?

I ran away from home.

Oh? Well, I suspect your parents must be very worried.

Sure hope so.

You want your parents to be worried?

Yep.

And why’s that?

It’s a long story.

I have nothing but time.

Hey, listen, man, um, I should probably give you a heads-up about something that’s not going to make the family very–very happy.

Yeah? OK, what’s that? Cat Greene is back in Salem.

What? I thought she was going back to Vancouver, be closer to her mother.

Yes, she was, but her brothers decided to stay up with Catharina. And Cat came back so she could be with Felicity during her last year of high school.

So are you telling me that she’s going to be living in Salem?

It seems that way, yeah.

[tense music]

Well, I hope I never run into her.

Mm, yeah, that’s going to be tricky. She might have got a job at the hospital. Yeah, Marlena’s assistant.

I’m sorry that I haven’t been able to talk to Kayla about you yet.

No, of course. It’s completely understandable.

Well, I’ve been preoccupied trying to reach my husband. He doesn’t know that– he doesn’t know that Rachel is missing yet.

Oh, I’m– well, at the very least, maybe he felt relieved to find out about my mother that– that he was trying to help her and not hurt her.

I haven’t been able to tell him that yet either.

Oh. Is he away on business?

Kind of. I just–I just know that if he were here right now, he would be able to– he would be able to find Rachel and bring her home. Safe and sound.

Listen. I understand Kristen’s continued concern about my involvement with this. Look, I still hold myself partly responsible for Rachel’s decision to run away.

No, no, no, no. Don’t say that. It’s not true. Even Kristen admitted to me that you are not to blame for any of this at all.

Really?

She said that when she was calm. You know, I think we’re both very frustrated that we know we’re to blame for this, solely. Well, she–Rachel’s been troubled for a while now. She should have been in therapy years ago. And I should have had a firmer hand to let that little girl know that she can’t always get her way.

OK. But come on, Brady. You didn’t know that she was going to take it this far. I mean, regardless of her troubles.

No, but I should have predicted that when she was told her mommy and daddy are never going to be together that the reaction would be bad. [Ava sighs] Now she’s going to come home and she’s going to think that everything is going to be fine. And I’m going to have to sit my little girl down and say, no, baby.

Mom and Dad are not getting back together ever.

I just want her to come home.

Now, I think if we both just take a moment to calm down–

I don’t want to be calm. Look, I don’t want any damn water, EJ! I just want my daughter! I want Rachel! God, I just– I feel so powerless in all this.

We DiMeras are anything but powerless. I’ve already put Father’s eyes and ears on the case. They’re sure to be far more successful at gathering intel than the police have been. And I’ve already put in motion an offer for a substantial reward for any information leading to Rachel’s safe return.

You would do that for Rachel?

Of course. She’s my niece.

Yeah. But she’s not by blood.

Kristen, you are a DiMera, even if you were born a Blake. Stefano regarded you and Peter his children just as much as we were. And you were the one who took after him the most. [Kristen shudders and chuckles]

Yeah, my dear, old mother would be so disappointed to hear you say that. I mean, she was always trying to appeal to my better angels. And that’s–that’s before things went wrong.

I just– I just wanted Rachel to grow up more like a Blake. That’s why I gave her my mother’s name.

Well, it sounds as though your parents have traveled a long and tortured journey together. And that this Ava woman is quite the pesky interloper indeed.

A what?

It means she’s standing in the way of your family living happily ever after.

Yep, that’s her.

And, you know, there’s only one thing to be done about people like her. You need to get her out of the picture. Permanently.

[tense music]

Oh, obviously, due to his connection with my mother, I knew a little bit about John’s past.

Yeah, but he doesn’t like to talk about himself. You know, it’s partly humility and partly, he’s just– he’s led so many different lives.

You mean as the Pawn.

Yeah. You know, when I first met him, I thought he was my… presumed dead husband, Roman Brady.

Roman Brady? Oh, I’ve met him. He owns the Brady Pub.

Yes, yes.

Oh, so– so Roman was your husband who you thought was dead and John was impersonating him, but John is your current husband?

Yes, it’s been… very difficult for all three of us.

No, no, I can imagine completely. I just–I was thinking about myself. I– you three were obviously in a situation where you were innocent victims, unlike the situation with me and Chad, where I was–

You were a victim of circumstance. Because of Clyde’s hold over your mother.

Yes, but–[sighs] I broke Chad’s heart in the worst possible way. I can’t imagine he would ever be able to get past that.

Marlena’s assistant? Look, I can’t believe that she would give Cat a job after what she did to our family.

Marlena knows the extenuating circumstances.

Nothing gave Cat the right to do what she and her brother did. My God, man. You almost died. How–how are you defending her?

Whoa, Gabi did terrible things to this family, and you have no problem defending her. I mean, let alone dating her.

Hey, that’s completely different.

How is it different? Look what Gabi did to Julie.

Are you saying that you don’t want me to see Gabi?

No, no. I’m not saying– I’m not saying any of that. What I’m saying is I’m not telling you who you should associate with, and I would expect that you would give me the same courtesy.

[somber music]

Hey, Julie, did you know that Cat Greene is settling down in Salem? Apparently, Chad doesn’t have a problem with it?

Well, you know, fellas, that doesn’t matter to me anymore. Nothing matters to me anymore.

Hey, hey.

Oh, come on.

Dinner is served. [Ava chuckles]

Thank you.

You’re welcome. You know what I was just thinking?

What?

I was thinking about, uh– [chuckles] when I was about Rachel’s age, I also ran away from home.

Really?

I did. Mm-hmm. I went to my friend Monica’s house. And I decided I was going to stay for about a week, maybe two.

Mm-hmm.

But then I immediately decided I was going home because her parents were serving salmon loaf.

Salmon loaf?

Salmon loaf, right?

Gross.

What is that? [Brady laughs] I mean, I decided I could not live without my rigatoni. I came home that very night.

Sure, sure.

Yeah. [chuckles]

What, um–what made you run away in the first place?

[somber music]

Um… my dad, he–he used to– he used to beat up my mom pretty badly. So, uh… that’s all right, you know, I was just his pride and joy. And so I– I thought that my disappearance would shock some sense back into him. But, uh, when–[chuckles] You know, and the day I left, he just– he ended up blaming her. So when I came back, she got it ten times worse.

Oh, my God.

Yeah, I tried to get her to leave. I did because I just knew– I knew eventually he would– he’d take it too far. You know, that one day he would give her a beating that she would not come back from.

And one day he did.

I’m not sure I ever knew your reasons for choosing your mother as Rachel’s namesake.

A whole lot of good that did. I certainly didn’t raise Rachel in my mother’s image.

Oh, I wouldn’t be too sure. I may not know much about Rachel Blake, but it is my impression that your mother was a bit of a badass.

She was. [both chuckle] It’s sad, though, that she, uh… wasn’t able to be a mom most of our lives. She–she hated Stefano for taking Peter and I away from her. And I’m sure you know that she tried to kill our father in Paris.

I am certainly aware of that, but the details are a little foggy.

Well, she fired a shot which caused an explosion, which we all assumed both had died. And, well, it wasn’t until later we all discovered that our father, Stefano, survived.

[chuckles] The Phoenix always rises from the ashes.

It does indeed. But my mother, not so– not so lucky.

So you sent this Ava woman texts to get her to go away, hmm? And as a consequence, your mommy confiscated your phone and tried putting you in therapy?

So dumb, right?

New-age nonsense. Besides, it doesn’t even get to the real problem. You don’t need therapy, you need to get this Ava woman out of the way. And we’re going to do that, Rachel dear. Together.

[ominous music]

Do you think we should follow Julie?

Mm… well, I don’t think she really likes people fussing over her. But I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t worried. Hi.

Made myself chamomile tea. Maybe that’ll help me sleep.

You still having– having trouble sleeping, Julie?

Having trouble? I’m hardly sleeping at all.

[somber music]

Did you, um, did you think about talking to Marlena, like I brought up, about what’s going on?

Yes, I did.

And?

It’s not going to bring Doug back, is it, darling?

Look, fellas, I– I appreciate all this. But eventually, I’m going to be just– just fine. So you don’t have to worry about me.

OK, wait. We are worried. What’s the harm in talking to Marlena? If it doesn’t work, just stop going. [Julie sighs]

And you know that Doug would want you to feel better.

He would. Julie, Doug would want you to be happy. And if he were here, he would tell you you’ve got to start living your life again. Marlena can help you do that, OK? If you don’t want to do it for yourself, do it for– for us, your family, because we love you and we need you. And we–we really need you to take care of yourself.

Yes. Doug would probably say all those things.

Yes, he would.

Thank you.

So it worked?

[bittersweet music]

I’ll call Marlena tomorrow, maybe.

Hey, why don’t– why don’t you just go get dressed, and I– I’ll take you over there right now? How’s that?

You know that Chad is a very kind and compassionate man.

Yeah, he’s incredibly compassionate and understanding. But I mean–

But what?

Well, being nice to me is one thing, but having certain feelings about me is an entirely different situation.

What kind of feelings are you talking about?

Um… the kind of feelings that I have for him.

[tender music]

Well, sorry. I had no idea that you went through that.

No, no, you know what? I’m sorry. Because the goal of me telling you that story was to make you feel better about Rachel coming home safely. No, I didn’t mean to turn it into a sob story.

No stop, stop. It wasn’t a sob story, it’s your past. Please never apologize for sharing that with me. OK?

OK, OK. But you know, even so right now, the issue is Rachel, and that is what matters. So you need to eat something because I want you to take care of yourself. Maybe you want to take it– take it to go, take it home. You probably could use some sleep.

Probably could. I should probably get home and get myself together. [Ava chuckles softly] Does this fine establishment of yours have to-go boxes? [Ava chuckles] Do you have those available?

Well, we actually do. I will go grab you one.

Hey, hey. Um…

Thank you. Not just for the food, but thank you for the ear. Really.

Anytime.

Rachel never got to know my family. And I never took her to Aremid. I just–I don’t know, I told her stories about the town and– and our summer home there. But the stories, you know, that I told her, they were just sugarcoated and romanticized. There was no Parrot Man or the creepy cemetery or the ghosts that Peter and I were convinced that were up in the attic.

Um, the Parrot Man?

Yes. [both chuckle] If you’re curious, I have the scrapbook right here. And it’s just–

Yeah.

It’s all about my family and Aremid and–[chuckles]

This is weird.

[tense music] It’s gone.

So do you understand exactly what it is we’re going to do, Rachel?

I guess so.

And I have a telephone right here.

That’s a phone?

Oh, that is not just any phone. That is a princess phone meant for a princess. My daughter used to love it.

So do you happen to have the phone number of this Ava woman?

Sure. I used to text her all the time.

Excellent. Let’s give her a call. Now, put your finger in the number hole and spin.

Whoa.

Have a go.

[phone ringing]

Hello?

Ava?

Rachel? Honey, is that you?

Yes. I need help. And I couldn’t reach Mommy and Daddy. You have to come straight away.

Of course, I will. Where are you, sweetie?

Do you have a pen?

Yeah, yeah, I’m grabbing one.

You’ve got feelings for Chad. Romantic feelings?

[tender music]

I do. Yeah, they evolved while I was pretending to be Abigail. I know nothing can ever happen between us. I know that. I-I’ve been doing my best to avoid him completely lately. And I am just doing everything I can to bury those feelings and move on. So– [knock at door]

Oh, excuse me.

Yeah.

Come in.

[tender music] [Julie sighs]

[tense music]

Great job, Rachel. Think we make an excellent team. And I am so very glad that you came here this evening. Not too many people visit Aremid these days. A bit far out of the way. And how is it that you wound up here tonight? Did you know something about this house?

I read about it in this book.

It’s about my mommy, Uncle Peter, and their mommy, Rachel Blake.

I see.

And I’m Rachel Black.

What a coincidence.

What’s your name?

Oh, you can just call me… the Woman in White. – I–I could have sworn it was right here. I moved it from the bookshelf. And I just saw it the other day.

Well, perhaps Harold moved it while he was dusting. I’m sure it’s around here somewhere. It’s OK.

Oh, God, I hope so. I mean, I’d be really heartbroken if I lost that. That scrapbook, I mean, it’s–

It’s all I have of my mother.

Oh, come on, come on, pick up. Pick up. [sighs] Oh, Brady, it’s Ava. Listen, you need to call me back as soon as you get this. I just got a call from Rachel. I know where she is. I’m heading there right now. The address is–

[knock at door]

[sighs] Hold on.

JJ. Any news?

No, I’m sorry. I just got off duty and I couldn’t stop thinking about Rachel. I wanted to see if you’d gotten any news yourself since I interviewed you.

No. Not a damn thing. I’ve been waiting for my phone to ring. Nothing.

[somber music]

First of all, Marlena, I think it’s important that I tell you I’m not here on my own volition. I just ran out of energy arguing with Chad. You see, Chad was very insistent that I see you.

Thank you for your clarity. Julie, you don’t think this might be helpful to you? [Julie scoffs]

Well, to be honest, coming into your office and seeing Cat Greene standing there was a bit of a surprise.

So sorry about that.

It’s all right. It’s all right. I understand. I mean, you’re a doctor. You’re dedicated to helping everybody. More importantly, you’re my friend. My respected and treasured friend. And I do understand that psychoanalysis works. I mean, I’ve lived long enough to know that much. However, I’m not sick. I’m a new widow. And I have lost the love of my life. And I’m terribly, terribly sad. Now, I think that’s just normal, don’t you?

I do.

And all those old words about time will cure all wounds, it’s just not going to work with me. I don’t want to stop thinking about Doug.

[somber music] I want to think about him every minute of every day. How he loved me. How I loved him. That was the stuff that dreams are made of. Who cares if I can’t sleep or I can’t move on with my life?

All I have left are memories of him. I don’t want to lose that.

I understand.

So… launching into therapy, I think, would be a terrible waste of our time.

Julie, you could never, ever waste my time.

I– I know you’re only here to appease Chad. But as long as you’re here… I don’t know, we’ve got the time. Why don’t we– why don’t we try a session? And if it doesn’t work for you, we never have to do it again.

Oh, Marlena.

[tender music] All right. All right. What harm can it do?

I really did not mean to upset Julie.

It’s not your fault. It’s my fault for not realizing you could have started your job already.

Oh, that’s not actually why I’m here. Dr. Evans hasn’t had an opportunity to talk to Dr. Johnson and she needs approval from her before she can hire me.

So you were just here?

We were talking.

Yeah? About what?

[chuckles] You know, psychiatrists, right? Always getting you to talk about your feelings.

[scoffs] As much as I hate to leave you at a time like this, I have some pressing matters I need to attend to.

Oh, I’ll be fine.

Maybe so, but shouldn’t Rachel’s father be here with you? I mean, where the hell is Brady?

Uh, well, he said he had to go home and take a shower. Uh– I mean, that’s what he said. I mean, it’s probably just a cover-up to spend more time with… [whispers] Ava.

Ah, so I take it those two are still an “item”?

Oh, Salem’s hottest couple of 2025.

Oh, you don’t approve?

Oh, God. That’s putting it mildly. I detest that two-faced bitch. Oh, she is the reason that Rachel ran away.

What are you talking about?

What I’m talking about is Brady said it wasn’t Ava’s fault. But I’ve been pretending to indulge in his fantasy. But the fact of the matter is, Ms. Vitali, if she wasn’t in the picture, then none of this would be happening. [scoffing] And Brady and I, we would be together. [Kristen sighs]

Listen, I appreciate you checking in. I know you’re off duty so thank you for doing that.

Of course.

And I’ll let you know if I hear anything, OK?

Yeah, same here.

All right. Thanks, JJ.

Talk soon, I hope.

Yeah. [sighs]

[tense music]

[phone beeps] – Brady, it’s Ava. You need to call me back as soon as you get this. I–

[electronic glitching]

[line clicks]

Hello. Rachel, are you–

[thud]

That was even easier than I thought.