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Days Transcript Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Posted on October 23, 2024November 8, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[dramatic music]

[groans] Oh, Chanel, hey.

Oh, I’ve done it again.

Done what again?

I’m interrupting, aren’t I? You and Stephanie–

You’re not interrupting anything. Stephanie’s not here.

And for the fundraiser, we’re going to need you to stick to these talking points. We’ve uploaded your speech to the prompter, but I know sometimes you like to–

Go off book?

Mm-hmm.

Well, I like to feel out the crowd. And if I’m bombing, I– I’m diverting to my, you know, natural–

Which–which is why I’ve also included a list of no-nos. I think it’s best if we just avoid these issues.

Oh, good morning, ladies.

Excuse me, Leo. We’re having a business meeting here.

And I’m sure it’s very important, but this is an emergency. We are having a major, major PR snafu at “Body & Soul” that I need you on top of, like, pronto. It’s a sex scandal. [jazzy music]

Hey, boss.

Oh, Bonnie. Bonnie, look, I only have a minute. We’re–we’re casting a new character, and–

Oh, yes, I know. Regan Holloway, yes. You can just cancel those auditions, actually. See, I’ve been reading ahead, and I know all about the interloper who’s supposed to come between Arrow and Faith. Great stuff, by the way.

Bonnie, I–

And I have found the perfect girl to play the part. She totally embodies that whole wild-child vibe, if you know what I mean. And to top it off, she is drop-dead gorgeous.

OK, OK. Who is she?

Chloe Lane’s little sister, Joy Wesley. [knocking]

Joy, wake up! [knocking] [footsteps pattering] [sighs]

Jeez! Are you trying to wake up the whole hotel?

I thought I was trying to wake up the dead.

I was asleep, Mother.

Oh. Well, it’s no wonder. [chuckles] I knocked on your door at : a.m., too, and you weren’t here. You obviously found time to find out about all the nightlife here in Salem. So where were you last night?

[sighs] [dramatic music]

Hey.

Happy birthday.

Thank you, Grandma.

I spoke to Allie. She sends her love.

Oh, that’s– [clears throat] That’s nice.

Anyway… oh, I–I got you a birthday cupcake, deliciously made by your loving wife.

What is wrong?

Oh, nothing, nothing at all.

Well, somehow I don’t believe that.

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

Joy Wesley. No, not on my list.

Oh, no, I know. See, Abe, she came all the way from New York City just for the chance. And really, it would be a shame not to give her the opportunity to show you what she’s got because, Abe, this girl is talented, very talented.

Does she have any experience?

Oh, yes, I’m sure her résumé is very impressive. In fact, Nancy said she was a born performer.

Look, Bonnie–

No, listen, Abe, look at it this way. See, you gave me a chance, right? And I had zero experience. But you, sir, you saw my raw talent. And it worked out pretty good, all right?

[chuckles] Yes, Bonnie, we are– we’re very lucky to have you.

Thank you, Abe. See, you, sir, have a great eye for talent. And I know that you are gonna see right away whether she has it or not. And, Abe, between you and me, the girl could really use a confidence boost. You know, she needs a little direction in her life.

Bonnie, you know that this is a business. And we just can’t afford to have any more difficult personalities on our staff.

Oh, oh, Abe. No, no, no, no, no, I didn’t mean that. No, Joy is an angel, an angel. Very low-maintenance, extremely low. In fact, I don’t want to diss my friend or anything, but I think Nancy might be the difficult personality in that relationship. Anyway, Abe, seriously, if you could just give Joy a shot. And if she bombs, mm, so be it. I will never mention it again. [jazzy music]

When am I supposed to see her?

Well, looks like you have a little time before you start. How about right now?

[sighs]

You know, Mother, the whole point of having two rooms is to not have you all up in my business every second of every day.

[chuckles] And just who’s paying for those two rooms, Miss Joy Wesley?

[sighs]

Where were you last night?

I went to a bar, OK? No big deal.

Big deal– you may have an audition today.

Chill. Mom, I didn’t get trashed or anything. I’ll be fine. I was just…hanging out.

Hanging out? With who?

[sighs] You were just– you don’t know anybody. You were just a baby when we moved away.

It’s a bar, Mom. I met somebody.

Who? Are you even listening to me?

No, not really. And–and no offense, but you are aware that other people have problems as well, right?

Wow. I thought Midwesterners were supposed to be friendly. Sorry for trying to have a conversation.

Wait.

[sighs] I’m Johnny. What’s your name?

Joy.

Hey, Joy. Welcome to Salem.

Just some guy. [dramatic music]

I’m fine, really. I just–I’m a bit distracted, I guess. I was up all night blocking the scenes for today.

Oh, sure. Well, I–I hope you find some time to enjoy your special day.

Thanks, Grandma. Or should I say Charlemagne?

Oof. You heard.

I did. In fact, I’m gonna be the one who’s directing you today, which I’m very excited about.

Well, that makes one of us. Actually, I’m only doing it because Leo talked me into it because I guess Hattie refused to– to die and then just stormed off the set. Oh, that must have been a very exciting day for you.

Oh, yeah, yeah, especially when she cursed the show on her way out the door.

Uh, I don’t think you want to go in there.

Why not?

Well, Arrow and Faith… they got a little carried away.

What do you mean?

I poked my head in there a little while ago, and at first, I thought, oh, they’re rehearsing. But then I realized they were…

In a steamy love scene for real.

Actually, I think her curse might already be working.

Why do you say that?

Sorry, maybe I shouldn’t have brought up you and Stephanie.

Ah, you’re fine. It’s not like it’s a sore subject or anything. We didn’t really get a chance to talk after–

After I clumsily walked in on you two?

Well, luckily, you walked in on our goodbyes, and we had already finished the–you know. Anyway, Stephanie left so quickly, I don’t know where the hell we stand.

Only where you lie down.

Ha, ha, ha, ha. I see we’ve reached the teasing level of our friendship. OK.

Sorry, sorry.

Mm.

OK, so you were saying.

I was saying…

Mm-hmm.

Stephanie and I just want to be friends.

Uh-huh.

We just keep on– Go ahead. I know you want to interject.

No, no, I’m being respectful.

OK. It’s very unlike you.

[laughs] Look, Alex, just– I think it’s really simple. Do you want to be friends with benefits with her or not? Or maybe you want something more? Yes? No? Maybe?

I don’t know what she wants.

OK, well, here’s a bright idea. Ask her.

All right. Maybe I should talk to her.

Mm-hmm.

A sex scandal? And the show hasn’t even hit the airwaves yet.

Oh, we don’t say airwaves. It’s a streamer. We say interwebs. It hasn’t hit the interwebs.

Well, it sounds like it’s hitting the fan. Oh, this is the last thing Abraham needs right now.

Believe me, I know, hence my rude interruption. Steph, we have to nip this in the bud, like, now.

OK, Leo, before we go to DEFCON , what is this supposed scandal?

Well, I may not be Lady Whistleblower anymore, but this little sniffer can catch the first whiff of something newsworthy, especially when said newsworthiness is of the naughty and titillating variety. And I have it on good authority that Alex Kiriakis is having sex with one of his costars. [gasps]

Just some guy, Mother. I’m sure you don’t know him. Did you talk to your friend who works on “Body & Soul”?

Oh! Yes, I did. I talked to Bonnie, and she’s going to try to arrange it with Abe Carver. He’s the producer.

Great. So I have the job.

No, you don’t have the job, Miss Entitled. You have to audition. But Bonnie said that she’s gonna try and arrange it. Oh! I just haven’t heard from them yet. [phone beeps] Oh, wait, wait. [gasps] He said yes!

Really?

Really. Oh, and you’re up first.

What? First? What time am I supposed to be there?

Oh, as soon as possible.

Oh, my God. I’m still in my pajamas.

You need to go get dressed and– and knock them dead.

Can I get you something?

No, actually, I came by to– [phone beeps] Oh. Oh, great. Abe needs me to stop by the production offices. I already have so much to do with Johnny’s birthday party, and now this.

Well, what can I do to help? What do you need?

Actually, that’s why I came by.

OK.

I wanted to see if maybe you could stop by Sweet Bits on your way to set and pick up the cake and bring it with you to work. Because I would have done it myself, but then I’m just so swamped with everything. And then Felicity, she didn’t have the cake ready yet. She needed a little more time. And now Abe, he needs me to stop–

I know. I know. You had me at cake, OK? I’m happy to help.

OK. You’re a lifesaver.

I know. I try.

And don’t let on to Johnny, OK?

I also know how surprise parties work, Chanel.

Mm, do you?

Are you sure he hasn’t figured out anything yet?

Yes, I’m sure.

OK, OK.

Although I haven’t seen much of him since production started. I mean, he’s always working super late. And last night, he worked super late. And then this morning, he was gone before I got up. So I haven’t even got a chance to tell him happy birthday yet.

Aww. [dramatic music]

What do you mean, Hattie’s curse is working? Has something happened?

[sighs]

Dr. Evans, my fellow thespian. Well, will you look at us? Isn’t it something?

It is…something, all right.

Well, don’t have too much fun today. We wouldn’t want to lose University Hospital’s top psychiatrist to showbiz.

Or our hospital administrator.

[chuckles] Fear not. I’m just an under-five. That’s industry lingo for five lines of fewer per episode. I’m easing into it.

Well, I don’t have any lines. I just have to take a nosedive down an elevator shaft.

Oh, I know. Word to the wise. Make sure there’s plenty of mattresses down there before you jump.

Hmm.

Oh, Bonnie. Good, you’re here. Would you please show my grandmother to makeup?

Oh, absolutely. Come on, Marlena. I’ll show you the ropes. It’s gonna be so fun.

Yeah. We will catch up a little later?

Sure.

It’s this way.

I didn’t mean to scare Marlena. But unprofessionalism seems to be running rampant around here. Ms. Adams walks off the set. Leo Stark rejects all my alt lines. And I still can’t get over finding Faith and Arrow going at it on the set.

Yeah, yeah, me neither.

Alex is sleeping with somebody at the show?

Did you not hear me? Not just somebody– one of his costars.

I hope you’re not suggesting that it’s my daughter, who is a happily married woman and who is planning her husband’s surprise birthday party as we speak.

Madam Mayor, Your Highness, I am not suggesting Chanel or Bonnie or Hattie, for that matter. There are plenty of other actresses who could have fallen victim to… the hotness of Alex Kiriakis. I mean, that rocking body, those bedroom eyes.

All right, all right, Leo, how do you even know that this is true? It could just be some crew rumor.

Oh, no, no, no. It is no rumor. My sources are never wrong. And I mean, given Alex’s reputation–

Yeah, well, I don’t think you should be talking smack about anybody’s reputation, Leo Stark. Besides, what’s so scandalous? Costars, they–they date, fall in love all the time. Who knows? These two could wind up being married for years.

I suppose, but the problem is that this hookup happened on set. This poor stagehand had the very unenviable task of, well… cleanup on aisle five, if you catch my drift.

Oh.

Anyway, point is, Steph, we have got to make this disappear because a scandal like this, frankly, could take down the whole show.

[sighs]

Ugh, how could I be so stupid? This is exactly– exactly why I didn’t want to get involved with– [dramatic music] Damn it.

Steph.

Alex.

Hey.

Hey. Hey, shouldn’t you be on set?

I’m headed there soon, but first, I’m on a secret mission. I’ve been deputized as the official birthday cake delivery boy. Chanel asked me to pick it up on the way. You want to come with?

No, I–I can’t. I–I have a lot on my plate right now. So I’ll just–I’ll just see you over there.

OK, no problem.

[sighs]

Is everything OK?

Not exactly.

Not exactly?

We can talk about it later.

I think maybe we should talk about it right now.

Fine. I don’t think we should sleep together anymore. Like, ever.

Hey.

Oh, Chanel. Oh, thank you so much.

Mm-hmm.

Thanks for making the time.

Yeah.

I know this was really short notice.

Sure. What’s going on? Is there a problem?

Oh, no, no, no. I would like you to read with an actress we’re auditioning– it’s very short notice…

Mm-hmm.

For Faith’s rival, Regan Holloway.

Hmm, oh, well, OK.

[chuckles] It’s a favor to Bonnie, actually.

Mm, well, I am happy to help.

Well, good. Hey, do you think that you could ask Johnny if he could direct?

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. Remember, today is the day that I’m throwing his surprise party. So I do not want to tip him off in any way.

Yeah. I’m sorry. I–I forgot. So I’ll direct the audition.

All right.

OK.

So you said that Bonnie knows this actress. What’s her name?

I’m Joy.

Oh.

And you are?

I’m Chanel. Nice to meet you.

And cut. [bell rings] All right.

Oh, man. Thank you. [sighs] [indistinct chatter] Please tell me I don’t have to do that again.

You are a one-take wonder, Grandma.

Dr. Evans, thank you so much. Truly, we could not have done that without you.

Well, thanks. But the happy coincidence is that it’s my grandson’s birthday, and I was glad to spend the extra time with him.

Marlena Evans, you should get a Daytime Emmy for Best Scream Ever.

Oh, thanks. You’re very kind. But I’m just glad I didn’t have a lot of dialogue to learn.

It would have been brilliant no matter what.

I think you might be the slightest bit biased.

Ah, just very tasteful.

So I’m late for my day job. So unless you need anything else from me, Mr. Director?

No, no, you are wrapped. So please feel free to get back to your– your normal life, to your very important day job, one that– that actually matters. Johnny, your– your job matters too. A lot of people are really counting on you here.

Thank you, Grandma. And I know that. I’m just–I don’t mean to sound ungrateful. I’m just exhausted.

I know you are. Happy birthday, anyway.

Thank you.

I hope you enjoy the rest of your day. Oh, my love. Hmm. Thanks, everybody.

Bye. And that’s a wrap for me, too, right, Johnny?

Actually, if you and Seth can stay for one more item– it was a last-minute add.

Ugh, not more purple pages.

It’s a pink page, Bonnie, pink. And you don’t even need one. You don’t have any lines.

[laughs] Leo! I don’t know what to say. I mean, wow! I actually have a lot to say here. Have I been upgraded from an under-five to a… whatever you call it?

You call it a day player. And yes, indeed, you have. Congratulations, Seth. [laughter]

Leo, I didn’t hear anything about this.

Oh, don’t worry, Johnny. All of it’s been approved.

Huh.

So, Chanel, I assume you play Faith?

Yeah, I do. And this is Abraham Carver, our executive producer.

Oh, well, it’s nice to meet you, Mr. Carver.

Same here, Joy.

Oh, and just FYI, my character hates your character’s guts. So please, just don’t be offended by any of the insults I am about to hurl your way.

OK, well, I’m sure I’ve heard worse.

All right.

Well, here are the scenes for you two to go over. And please, make it quick. I’m afraid we have a bit of a time crunch.

Right. Oh, hey, thank you for fitting me in. I promise I won’t disappoint. [chuckles]

I like the confidence, Joy.

Well, then I must be a good actor, because I’m really pretty nervous.

Oh, well, don’t be. I’m pretty new at this myself. So let’s just have fun with it, OK?

Fun?

Yeah.

Yep. All right. You know what? I’m just gonna brave it.

Well, are you– are you sure you don’t want to just, like, read over it?

No, no, I’ll be OK. I’ll just–I’ll get into it as we go along.

Well, we can run the scenes really quick.

No, no, Mr. Carver said we’re on a time crunch, so let’s–let’s just jump in. OK, I’m–I’m ready.

Mm. All right, great. Then let’s go ahead. And action.

[clears throat] OK. “Just tell me where you were last night, Regan.”

“I stopped by the Cheatin’ Heart for a drink. Is that all right with you?”

“All depends. Did you run into any interesting people there?”

“Well, if you’re referring to Arrow, yeah, he was there.”

“Right. “Yeah, he told me all about your little encounter. Said you play a mean game of pool.”

“Well, I am flattered by the compliment. “But the truth is, Arrow did beat the pants off me “with his smooth, steady stroke, “swinging through the cue ball like it’s not even there. And he sure does look fine bending over that table.”

“You listen to me, Regan. “You can throw your little schoolyard innuendos “in my face all you want, but you will never shake “my faith in Arrow, because we have been through “a long and tortured road, and we are finally together in every way.”

“Mm, why, I don’t know what you mean by ‘schoolyard innuendo,’ Faith.”

“Well, then let me elaborate, OK? “You see, the only cheatin’ heart “at the Cheatin’ Heart last night was you, “you home-wrecking bitch. So stay away from my man.”

“Hmm. The real question is, can he stay away from me?” [dramatic music]

Oh, and it says that I’m supposed to slap her right here. OK.

[gasps]

Oh, and cut. [laughter]

Nice. Good work.

OK, Seth, I’m gonna have you right here.

If we could just– there, perfect.

Hey, wait a second. You’re not killing me off for real this time, are you?

No, no. Your job is golden. We just killed off Charlemagne. Kassandra’s not going anywhere. This will be the easiest money you ever make. Just…lie back and relax.

Oh.

OK, rehearsal, everybody. Are we ready? And action.

Yes, I know. It’s terrible that Charlemagne plummeted to her death in an elevator shaft. But there’s more of that begonia serum there, isn’t there? Oh, yes, that’s right. Pineview hasn’t seen the last of Charlemagne de la Croix.

Cut.

Perfecto. Magnifique. Wunderbar.

Leo?

Hmm?

What the hell? My grandmother explicitly said this was a one-and-done. And I don’t think Hattie’s gonna be coming back.

Johnny, where is your sense of drama? Charlemagne has been back from the dead at least six times, seven if you count that alien abduction during the writers’ strike. Marlena may say that she is done, but this is Pineview. You never know. So now we have ourselves a little insurance policy, just in case.

OK, yeah. Steph, I’ll respect whatever you want. Where is this coming from?

Look, we agreed. We agreed that we weren’t going to sleep together again. And then we did. And then we did again.

[sighs]

Obviously, we both have conflicting feelings about it. And on top of that, we work together. And, Alex, it’s just– it’s too complicated. And what happened on that set, it was a mistake, a big mistake.

I admit it wasn’t the best idea. But I mean, Steph–

It doesn’t matter anymore anyway because it’s over, OK? Let’s just keep things professional.

OK, yeah, I–I get it. If that’s what you really want.

Yes, that is what I really want.

[sighs] [dramatic music]

So…[chuckles] Did I get the part?

[chuckles] I–I can’t tell you, because I have other people to see today. But we will reach out to you if we’re interested.

Oh. [chuckles] OK.

You may go.

Hey, DeMille, Chanel needs to see you in the hospital room set. She has a question about a scene.

Oh, but we’re not even shooting in there today.

She’s your wife. I don’t know.

OK.

Bed–bed head.

Oh, you mean morgue slab head. [sighs] And since my contract specifically states that I’m extremely claustrophobic, you might have warned me that I would be in that highly confined space for what seemed like an eternity for that last scene.

Oh, I don’t look at actors’ contracts.

Obviously not.

Ixnay on the urneygay.

What?

[clears throat]

Oh! Marlena. Great performance. Have I told you that?

You have.

Oh, yeah. Anyway, how’s Johnny doing? I hear it’s his birthday today?

Yes, it is. Paulina, how nice to see you.

Mayor Price, if you’re here for a doctor’s appointment, you have accidentally wandered into an imaginary land called Pineview.

I am here because Chanel was so busy rushing around this morning, she forgot to take this. And since I made the trip, I thought, you know, I’d give my best to my son-in-law and maybe have a piece of birthday cake.

Hmm. – Dr. Marlena Evans to Trauma . Dr. Marlena Evans to Trauma .

That is my alternate reality. So enjoy the party. And tell Johnny, if you would, that I’ll catch him later on.

We will.

So any progress with that PR snafu?

I’m not sure.

Hey, Faith. I was thinking we could run lines together, if that’s all right with you. Blake and Faith have a scene together tomorrow.

I’m sorry, I have no idea what you’re talking about.

Oh, man, that cake? Chanel, it looks amazing.

Mm-hmm. Red velvet, Johnny’s favorite.

Good work.

Thank you.

Oh, my God. Anyway, Leo is gonna be bringing Johnny in any minute. So you distract him while I go out there with everybody else. We’re gonna set up the party, all right?

All right, I will keep him in here, and I’ll keep him distracted. [door clicks open] And–

OK, good.

Johnny.

Hey. I’ll see you guys on set.

Happy birthday, my love.

What were– what were you and Alex doing in here–alone?

Oh, we–we were just running lines.

Would you stop lying to me already?

What would I be lying to you about?

Spare me the innocent denial, OK? I know you two were having sex in here!

Mom, this is my room. Did you forget?

The maid was cleaning mine.

Oh. Well, the audition went great. Thank you for asking.

Mm-hmm.

I just have to wait and hear back.

Oh. And you know what I’m waiting to hear? Whose wedding ring is this? [dramatic music]

[sighs]

I’m sorry, I don’t know what you’ve been told, but I’m not an actress. I’m actually–

All right, everybody, quiet down. Chanel is gonna be bringing the birthday boy any minute.

OK, everybody, time to get festive. Oh, here, you guys. Here’s two for you.

Thank you.

All righty. Now, Madam Mayor, I have one for you.

Oh, no, thanks.

Well, come on, Paulina. It’s a party. Let’s go, please.

Oh.

Grabbed one for you.

What are you talking about? My God, Johnny, why would you think that Alex and I are having sex?

‘Cause you liked it so much the first time.

Johnny, I have no idea what you’re talking about.

I saw you, Chanel, OK? I saw the two of you the other day in here, going at it.

OK, Johnny, this is crazy, OK? Alex and I would never–

I said I saw you, Chanel! And you’ve been lying to me ever since.

Johnny, Johnny, please, please listen to me, OK?

Why–why should I? It’s just gonna be more lies. Just like the day after I saw you with him, you told me you were going to the bakery. Well, I went there, and you were nowhere to be found.

I was running an errand.

Oh, at Alex’s apartment?

What?

Yeah, no, I heard you guys talking about how I was– I was never gonna find out, how clueless I am. I bet you guys had a nice big laugh about–about how– how stupid I am…

Oh, my God.

What a fool your husband is.

Johnny, this is not at all what you think.

No, it’s exactly what I think! OK? And don’t even bother trying to deny it. I–I refuse to believe another word that comes out of your mouth because you’re a cheating slut. Even now, you’re lying right to my face. I can’t believe it. I can’t even look at you.

What’s taking so long? all: Surprise!

Whoo-hoo! [laughs]

What–what is– what is this?

Happy birthday, Johnny boy. Are you surprised or what? You better be, buddy, because Chanel, your wife, did all of this for you, pal. [laughs]

Surprise.

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Days Transcript Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Posted on October 22, 2024November 8, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

Days of Our Lives Transcript

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Transcript provided by Suzanne

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

So Sarah’s hit-and-run case is pretty much closed, huh?

Mm-hmm. And Brady’s finally been released, so that means I can look forward to an evening with Rafe trying to convince me that he’s well enough to go back to work.

Mm. No surprise he’s impatient about it.

No, not surprising at all.

But I’m pretty sure that his doctors will tell him that he’ll be, you know, good enough soon. But listen to me going on and on about my day. What is going on with you?

Mm, nothing much. Just that… I slept with Alex again. [mellow country music]

Trick or treat?

[laughs] Hey, Dad.

[laughs]

I’m hoping you didn’t come here for the candy, because we don’t get many trick-or-treaters in the building. But I can offer you, I don’t know, maybe a little chocolate protein powder?

Protein powder? Uh, I’ll pass.

Okay, what’s with the pumpkin?

Well, I stopped by the market on the way home, and I started thinking about how much fun we used to have carving pumpkins when you were a kid.

Oh, you want to do a little carving, huh?

Why not? I haven’t seen you since you started work on “Body & Soul,” so I thought this would be a good opportunity to bond.

Okay.

And in case you’re not in the mood to stick your hands into some pumpkin guts, I thought we could bond over these.

Hey, all right. All right. Now we’re talking.

[chuckles]

Who are you trying to convince, me or yourself? Either way, you’re wasting your breath because I don’t buy it. Your lack of integrity has undermined me in far too many ways. Did I get it right? [whimsical music] Ha, yeah! Nailed it! [laughs] Ten pages down of dialogue. more to go. [sighs] Hey, Henderson? Be a pal, make me an extra dry martini, please. Oh, come on, Hennie, please? I need to see a friendly face! [inhales sharply]

Will mine do?

[gasps] Ahh! [serene music]

Hey, Gio. I just finished at the bakery. I wanted to see if maybe you wanted to meet up for dinner.

Uh, actually, I’m still at the studio.

Really? This late?

Yeah, uh, Kate wanted me to block my scripts for the next three shows, so I’ll probably be here a while. [soft tense music]

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

Nancy! You’re a sight for sore eyes, girl!

Oh, Bonnie, Bonnie, Bonnie! Oh, I hope this isn’t a bad time. Henderson let me in.

Are you kidding me? Honey, it’s never a bad time when my old pal Nancy comes to see me out of the blue. So how are things in the Big Apple? What are you doing in Salem?

Well, we’ll talk about me later. Right now, I want to talk about you. Is it true that you’re now a big soap opera star?

[laughs] Well, um, get a load of this. [clears throat] Who are you trying to convince, me or yourself? Because either way, I’m not buying it.

Ah, move over, Meryl Streep.

Thank you, darling. [gasps] Oh, my gosh. I can’t believe that you’ve heard of “Body & Soul” all the way in New York City.

[chuckles] Well, actually, it’s the reason I’m here.

How long do you think you’re gonna be at the studio?

Uh, not sure. I still have a lot left to do.

That’s the life of a director, huh?

Yup.

Well, I guess I can’t really complain after you suffered through all those mornings of me getting up at the crack of dawn to open up the bakery.

Hey, that reminds me, I– I stopped by Sweet Bits earlier today.

Oh, yeah, right, Felicity told me. I–I’m sorry I missed you, I was running an errand. [soft tense music] I can trust you to keep this to yourself, right?

Of course. Johnny will not hear a word about this from me.

Good, because my husband is totally clueless.

Let’s keep it that way.

What was the errand?

Oh, I had to stop by the pharmacy to get some medicine for my back in case it flares up again.

And has it?

Has it what?

Flared up again?

Oh, nope. I’m–I’m doing good.

Well, I’m glad to hear that.

So I guess I’ll see you at home later? Don’t work too hard, okay? Love you.

Pharmacy, my ass.

What a nightmare for Xander, huh? Walking in on his own mother trying to push his wife down the stairs.

Unbelievable. I mean, it wasn’t enough that the woman ran Sarah over and then set Brady up to take the fall.

God, it makes everything we do on “Body & Soul” seem tame in comparison, right?

[laughs] What is that saying? Life is often crazier than fiction because fiction has to seem believable and life doesn’t.

I like that. I like that a lot. [chuckles] How does Bonnie like working on the show?

Oh, she loves it. And she especially likes working with you, Alex.

Ah. I’m thinking she’s probably just glad to have an outlet to finally give all that motherly advice that she wanted to give me in real life.

You’re probably right about that.

Yeah.

So speaking of art imitating life, how is it working with your costar?

Oh, it’s going fine. Even though Chanel and I haven’t shot any scenes together yet, the photoshoot went smoothly, so not expecting any problems.

Glad to hear that.

Yeah, so no worries there. [uneasy music]

But worries elsewhere?

Ah, a little situation with another coworker that got a little…messy.

So after Alex and I renewed our agreement to stay just friends–

Mm-hmm.

I was about to go back to my apartment, but–

But?

The next thing I knew, we started making out.

And then the next thing you knew after that?

I think you can figure it out. [both chuckle]

Right.

Ah, Jada, it just– it feels like the more we try to stay just friends, the more we can’t keep our hands off each other.

You know, that sounds a lot like me and Rafe in the beginning. Except it doesn’t look like you think it’s a good thing.

Well– it’s a complicated thing.

I understand. But Steph, it’s happened twice now. And from what I’m hearing, I’m willing to bet that it will happen again.

Well, I wouldn’t bet against it.

Right. So what do you think this means for the two of you?

I have no idea.

Well, it was all Kate and Abe’s idea– bless them, to keep “Body & Soul” alive. Abe was a very big fan. [chuckles]

Well, so am I. Oh, I just love it when you get to see all those divas going at it.

[laughs] Me too. And now I’m one of them. [laughs] Crazy, right?

No. Judging by that performance that you just put on for me before, you can act. Not to mention that you are beautiful, and charismatic, and– oh, they’re lucky to have you.

Oh, honey, you’re too much. Thank you.

Anyway, I was reading in one of the soap mags that, well, they haven’t finished casting all of “Body & Soul” yet, and I was wondering if that’s still the case.

Huh. [chuckles] Why do you ask? Were you thinking maybe you could snag a part?

Oh, no, not for me. Uh, Bonnie, the last time I acted was in a play in high school. And I–oh, I was so nervous, I forgot all my lines. All three of them. No, this is not for me at all.

Okay, then what? [expectant music]

I’m here because I want my daughter to audition. And, Bonnie, I was hoping that you might be able to put in a good word?

[chuckles]

Hey, baby. Mwah. Oh, it’s so good to see you up and about.

Yeah, well, my back is feeling much better thanks to the muscle relaxers that Kayla gave me. They really helped.

Oh, thank heaven for modern medicine.

And thank heaven you had the night off from being mayor for once. Sorry for the late invitation.

Are you kidding? I’ll always make time for a mother-daughter dinner. So you said Johnny couldn’t make it?

Yeah, no, he’s working late, unfortunately.

Really? So late?

Yeah, long hours when you have to direct five episodes of a soap opera a week.

Oh, well, maybe you should lodge a complaint with his executive producer?

[laughs] Oh, no, no. Johnny is– he’s happy to have a job. We all are.

Yeah, well, still, after a whole day’s work, that husband of yours should be having a relaxing dinner with his wife, not burning the midnight oil. [gentle acoustic music]

[sultry jazz music]

This seat taken?

All yours.

Great, thank you. I’ve been traveling with my mother all day. So to say I need a drink would be an understatement.

Well, you came to the right place.

Actually, you know what? I’ve only seen myself under fluorescent lights today. So before I order that much-needed drink, I’m gonna go tame this mop and splash some water on my face. Actually, could you order me one of those, please? Unless you’re leaving soon?

No, I’ve got nowhere to be.

Wow, quick service here, huh?

Enjoy. [sultry jazz music]

Mm. Like I said, I needed that, because, oh, my God, I thought today would never end. You see, my mother, with whom I’m traveling, is not only highly annoying, but she has absolutely zero respect for other people’s boundaries, you know? I mean, try going through two airports, two flights, two rideshares with the woman every step of the way. Drama.

Sounds stressful.

Yeah, no, nonstop stressful, actually. First, it starts out with us not being able to get coffee because she’s worried that we’re gonna miss our flight. So we get to the airport three hours early, makes me throw out my toiletries because she doesn’t want to waste time checking bags. Damn, I had some expensive moisturizers in there.

The horror.

And then… we got through security with hours to spare. And all she wants to do is gossip about the other passengers, making, like, snide comments about what they’re wearing, you know, things like that. She doesn’t even let me watch the shows that I downloaded. [chuckles] Are you even listening to me?

No, not really. And no offense, but you are aware that other people have problems as well, right?

Wow. I thought Midwesterners were supposed to be friendly. Sorry for trying to have a conversation.

Wait.

I’m Johnny. What’s your name?

Joy.

Hey, Joy. Welcome to Salem.

So how are things with you and Johnny? It’s only been a few days since I had to referee an early morning squabble at my apartment.

Yeah, well, things are okay, but they are about to get a whole lot better.

Oh, why is that?

Well, because I am planning a surprise party for Johnny tomorrow for his birthday. It’s gonna be on set.

Oh, on set, huh? Oh, well, that sounds like a cool idea. Well, you need any help, you know your mama loves parties and surprises.

Oh, yeah, believe me, I know. I still haven’t recovered from when you got Ricky Martin to perform at my fifth birthday party.

[laughs] You were definitely surprised.

Oh, yeah, mm-hmm. Even though the only song of his that I knew was “Livin’ La Vida Loca,” and that was from “Shrek.” I was disappointed that you didn’t get Puss in Boots.

[laughs] Well, the other mothers and fathers were very excited.

Mm-hmm, I recall. But no, Johnny’s party is going to be a little bit of a smaller gathering.

I figured. I figured. But if you need any assistance, just tag in your mother.

Oh, thank you, but I already enlisted Alex.

Alex? Sweetheart, are you sure that’s a good idea?

So you and Stephanie are spending a lot of time together, huh?

I mean, Dad, it’s kind of hard not to. We work on the same show together. We live across the hall from each other, for God’s sake.

Right. Right. Well, Stephanie is a lovely person. I’m glad to hear that you’re friends again. [soft tense music] Mm. [chuckles] I detect that look on your face means that you are maybe more than friends again?

Maybe? Sort of.

I see. So if you’re “maybe sort of” more than friends again, and I do get the subtextual meaning of that, are you two getting back together?

Okay, so did you guys talk?

You mean after?

Well, it wasn’t asking about during. [chuckles]

No. No, we didn’t talk after. I–I woke up in his bed, and got the hell out of there once I found my clothes.

Walk of shame style?

Kind of.

Well, I mean, why? What is there to be ashamed of?

Oh, I’m not ashamed.

Mm.

Just… disappointed, you know? Because we agreed that we weren’t gonna do anything that might ruin our friendship, and then we did.

Well, the important word here is “we,” meaning you andAlex. So it looks like he wanted it to happen too.

It certainly seemed that way in the moment.

Right, and are you both still friends?

As far as I know.

Well, then, what’s the problem? I mean, it’s not a crime, you know, to be friends with someone and occasionally have sex. [mellow country music] Unless someone wants more than that.

So you want Chloe to audition for “Body & Soul”?

Oh, no, Bonnie. Chloe is a singer, not– not an actress.

But you said you want your daughter to–

My other daughter, Joy. [soft dramatic music]

Thanks for the welcome.

Yeah, well, it obviously came a little too late. And, for the record, Midwesterners generally are very friendly.

Oh, so you’re an exception?

Not always. I’m just in a bad mood.

Yeah, I got that. If you don’t mind me asking, what got you in the bad mood?

My wife did, actually. Yeah, she’s… she’s cheating on me.

Oh, so okay, you want Joy to audition for “Body & Soul”– Chloe’s baby sister.

Who is all grown up and quite a handful, I might add. Oh, she is stubborn, and she’s feisty, and she’s– oh, she is full of you-know-what and vinegar.

Huh. I wonder who she takes after.

All right, she’s a lot like her mother, the poor kid. But Bonnie, she has a knack for getting herself into the messiest of situations.

So your wife is cheating on you?

All right, did I just say that out loud to a stranger?

Hey, no worries here. I’m not gonna tell anybody. It’s not like we have anybody in common anyway, right? Who would I tell? [chuckles]

Yeah. Yeah, that’s a good point. [clears throat]

Well, I’m really sorry what you’re going through. That really sucks.

Yeah.

And I’m sure you don’t want to hear my two cents, but I do have a lifetime of experience assuming the worst in people. So I don’t know. Is there a chance you’re jumping to conclusions based on flimsy evidence?

Nah, not too flimsy. Actually, I– I walked in on them.

Oh. Well, there goes that theory.

Yeah.

So, um, who’s the guy? Do you know him?

Yeah, I know him. And she works with him.

So what, they start flirting by the copy machine?

Actually, they– they knew each other prior to working together. They actually slept with each other before she and I were married, so.

Wow. And you’re okay with them working side by side?

Well, she swore to me that everything that happened between them was in the past. And that she wasn’t even attracted to him anymore. And I stupidly believed her.

Hey, she’s–she’s your wife. You trusted her. [sultry jazz music] So what did you do after you walked in on them?

Ooh, I, um, turned around and walked out.

You confronted her, though, right?

No, I didn’t.

[scoffs] Why the hell not?

Relax, Mama, okay? I needed an ally on set, and Alex volunteered to help me with Johnny’s party, which was really nice of him, actually.

Okay.

Okay, you said “okay” like it’s not totally okay.

Well, now, correct me if I’m wrong now, but isn’t Alex the reason you had to come over not too long ago and use my shower because Johnny got all jealous about you two shooting those love scenes together?

No, no, no, that was the photoshoot. But we talked that out. We talked it out. It was fine.

Well, I talked to him later that day, and he admitted that it’s been harder on him than he expected.

Right, and I understand that. But what I think is that we just– once we get this first bedroom scene done and over with, everyone will realize that it is all okay, and that it is not a threat to anyone’s marriage or relationship. It’s make believe.

Oh, so you didn’t shoot the love scene yet?

No, I thought I told you. We had to put it on hold because of the whole situation with my back.

Well, on hold till when?

Tomorrow. Okay, but I think that what is really getting to Johnny is the anticipation of it also. I really do believe that once said love scene is over and done with, everything is gonna be just fine. [tense music]

No. Stephanie and I aren’t–we’re not getting back together, Dad. It didn’t work out the first time. There’s no reason why it could the second. And if you may remember, I was just married to Theresa about five minutes ago. And on top of that, Stephanie just lost somebody that was really important to her.

Everett?

Mm-hmm.

I don’t mean to be insensitive, but Everett is gone and so is Theresa.

Touché. But it doesn’t matter, Dad. You know, I just don’t think Stephanie and I are really meant to be. It’s just not like that. [soft dramatic music]

Okay, so what is it like?

Look, neither Alex nor I want more than what is going on right now.

Right. A friendship with the occasional lovemaking.

Okay, can we not call it lovemaking, please? No one is in love here, okay?

But still.

But still what?

I get the feeling that there is something you’re not saying.

Like what? I’m just saying that no one is in love here. And that no one includes me.

Right. I heard what you said. But, Steph, I know how it is with exes, okay? And when you run into each other at a vulnerable time, you know, the physical stuff comes easy. The attraction is still there. And I don’t know. You know, hearing you talk and the vibe that your friend here is getting, I’m starting to think that maybe there’s some feelings still there.

Oh, here’s Joy at the airport.

Oh, honey, she is so beautiful.

And she knows it too.

Oh, a born performer. And a real drama queen. Oh. So, anyway, when I saw the casting notice for “Body & Soul,” I thought, why not come and let her bring that to the screen? Especially since she’s–

Especially since she’s, what?

Well, Bonnie–[sighs] Lately, Joy has been so adrift. I mean, one minute she’s applying to beauty school, the next moment she wants to be a doctor.

[chuckles] Like her daddy. Sorry.

Right. Anyway, I thought that if– if she could just get a part on “Body & Soul,” then just maybe, Joy could find her purpose. [soft dramatic music]

Obviously, I wanted to confront him, right? My–my wife and the guy that she was having sex with. And I wanted to walk in there and just beat him to a pulp, you know? And I just– I don’t know, I went numb. I was in shock.

I get that. What about the next time you saw her?

When I saw her later, I thought– I thought that she was gonna confess, you know, tell me it was just some horrible mistake and beg for my forgiveness.

Well, would you have been okay with it if she had?

No. Obviously not, okay? But at least I could have maybe worked past it eventually. But instead of being honest with me and contrite, she just– she acted like nothing even happened. She just lied right to my face.

And then what?

Then she snuck out to see him again the next day.

Oof.

Yeah. Told me she was going to run an errand. Really, she just went over to his apartment. I saw her leave. Heard her make him swear not to say anything. Heard her call me clueless even.

Whoa. Okay, I’m sorry, but this woman sounds like a stone-cold bitch.

But she’s not, though. You know, if you would have asked me a month ago if she was capable of doing something like this, I would have said no way in hell. Now it’s like I don’t even know who she is anymore. And even though– I don’t know, the reason that I’m not confronting her, you know, telling her that I know she’s cheating on me, that I saw her, that I walked in on her cheating on me–

Yeah? What’s the reason? [sultry jazz music]

I guess it’s, uh– I feel like if I– if I actually say it, if I put it out there, then it’s real. And I would still give anything for it not to be.

Okay, so the goal is to get through this love scene and then surprise Johnny with a party. And since Alex is going to be helping with that surprise, then maybe Johnny will feel better about him. And then we can all move forward as friends.

Kumbaya, peace and love.

Exactly.

Yeah, right until the next sex scene.

Okay, love scene, first of all. That’s what I prefer to call it. And second of all, Mama, you’re not helping.

Well, Chanel, darling, I just– you know, I want you to have realistic expectations.

Okay. How am I being unrealistic, Mama? I truly believe that once we have gone through this experience together of Johnny directing, Alex and I acting in this lovescene, then it is just gonna be a million percent easier moving forward.

A million percent?

Yes, a million percent, okay? After we do this, all the weird tension and hurt feelings, that will all be over with. After tomorrow, it is going to be smooth sailing all the way.

What’s it like between Stephanie and me? Mm. Well, as you know, Dad, I was on a pretty low place when I moved back in here. Stephanie kept– she kept me steady. She helped me through the dark times. I just can’t stop thinking about… what it was like when we were together and… how badly I screwed things up, man. I was an idiot. I hurt her very badly. It took us a long time just to get back to a place of being friends again, you know?

Have you had this conversation with Stephanie?

Yeah. Many times. And she agreed that we need to just keep things the way they are.

Except that you are now, as you just described it, sort of, kind of more than friends? [soft dramatic music]

Well, this morning after we woke up, she ran out of here like the apartment was on fire, after calling the whole thing a mistake.

And do you agree with that, that the whole thing was a mistake?

Okay, I admit, the idea of getting back together with Alex has crossed my mind. It’s just–it went so horribly the last time. And he and I have been getting along so well recently. I don’t–I don’t want to risk losing that.

Even if you feel something for him?

Yeah, even if I do, because Alex doesn’t feel the same way.

Well, how do you know that? Have you asked him?

[sighs]

No, I have not asked Alex if he has feelings for me, because first of all, how embarrassing would it be if he says he doesn’t? And second of all, I haven’t forgotten the old Alex. He was a player and a very bad boyfriend.

Well, people change. I mean, he did just get married.

Mm. Yeah, for five minutes. Through no fault of his own, so yeah, I do– I do believe that he has changed. But how much? I mean, this is a guy who has had multiple threesomes. He seems very comfortable with the friends-with-benefits thing. [sighs]

Well, then maybe that’s a good thing, if that’s what you are. [mellow country music]

Except I’m not fine with it. I admit that. I– I don’t know. It’s confusing. And it feels reckless and unfulfilling and just plain wrong. So you know what? As far as I’m concerned, Alex and I are strictly friends from now on. No more sex.

If you say so.

You know, Dad, I don’t even know if I have a knife sharp enough to carve a pumpkin.

You’re avoiding my question, Alex, which I understand. You’re a grown-ass man. Your love life is none of my business.

Dad, I don’t mind you asking me about it. I really don’t. And I understand why. It’s because you care, and I appreciate that. But the whole thing is moot. Stephanie’s not interested in me like that. So can we please just carve the pumpkin?

Sure.

Thank you.

But you, my friend, are on guts duty.

Oh, no, no. Dad, that’s not fair.

Oh, yes, you are. I bought the pumpkin and dragged it over here. You, because you’re so good at it, you’re gonna get your hands very sticky, and you’re gonna work those guts, and you’re gonna clean that pumpkin.

Oh, my God, okay. All right, I’m on guts duty.

[laughs]

Hey.

Oh, Bonnie, it is so good to see you.

Ooh, back at you, darling.

Oh, and congratulations on being a diva.

[laughs] Well, you know I was always a diva. Just I wasn’t a diva on TV.

Oh, hon, you are now. And I am so sure you are going to be a fan favorite.

Well, that’s the goal. [chuckles]

And you know what? I know you have nothing to do with casting, but–

Nancy, say no more, it would be my pleasure to put in a good word for your beautiful daughter. Oh, honey, it really would be a pleasure. And you know what? This diva is gonna throw her weight around and make sure your daughter gets an audition. Mm-hmm. Whoo!

Whoo-hoo!

All righty, righty, right.

Whoo-hoo! [both laugh]

So what are you gonna do? I mean, apart from drowning your sorrows and telling your deepest secrets to a stranger?

You’re not a stranger. Not anymore.

Well, I guess that’s true. Still, you can’t hole up in this bar forever.

No, I can’t. That would get very old, very fast. In fact, it already is– [clears throat] Getting old, actually. Except for your company.

Well, thanks. Johnny, you can’t let your wife keep cheating on you while you act like nothing’s wrong. That’s gonna eat you up inside.

It already is.

Mama, no, I am the one who asked you to dinner.

Stop. Now, it is my pleasure to treat you. And from what I’ve heard, celebrities never pay for anything.

You know what? I’ve heard that too. [both chuckle] You know it’s too bad I wasn’t on a soap opera when you cut off all my credit cards.

Oh, well, Chanel, honey, you have grown up a lot since then. I mean, look at you. You’re not only a wonderful wife, you’re a successful entrepreneur and an actress.

Mm-hmm, with an amazing mother who is also a wonderful wife, and– hold on, drum roll, please– the mayor of this fine city. [both chuckle]

Oh, honey, we both have a lot to be proud of and grateful for, don’t we?

Yes. Yes, we sure do. All right, well, now I should be heading home.

Oh.

Mwah. I want to be well-rested, and not only for those scenes that I’ll be shooting tomorrow, but also for the big surprise. [both chuckling]

You’re right. I do have to confront my wife sooner rather than later.

Tonight?

No. Not tonight. [sultry jazz music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[suspenseful music]

Steve? What’s going on?

I’ll tell you what’s going on. This woman is not Abigail. [dramatic music] – Yes, Mr. Shin. It is definitely a miracle my sister-in-law is back from the dead. Oh, I agree. It was a very productive meeting. You and the board have given me a lot to think about. [chuckles] Yes, always a pleasure talking with you too. Zài jiàn. Cranky old bastard. [sighs]

[scoffs] You.

Yes, me. We need to talk, Kristen.

First of all, Xander, I don’t recall any plan to meet you here. And if you’re here to beg for the serum again, just save your breath. I’m not gonna hand it over while Brady’s still behind bars.

But he isn’t. Brady’s free.

[siren wailing] [indistinct chatter]

Sarah.

Brady. I’m so happy that I caught you before you left. I heard that the DA dropped the charge against you.

Yeah, they just– just processed my release.

And now the right person is behind bars. I’m really happy that EJ came to his senses.

Mm-hmm, obviously, me too.

Right. Look, I’m sure that you– you want to get home and get out of here, but do you have a minute? There’s something I’d really like to say to you. [tense music]

What do you mean, she–she isn’t Abigail?

This woman is an imposter, Chad. She’s a con artist.

Stop! Stop! We’ve been over this, all right? We did a DNA test.

Kayla ran the test again. The samples between her and Jack are definitely not a match.

I’m sorry, Chad. This woman is not your wife.

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

The police let Brady go? [dramatic music]

He’s been fully exonerated now that they’ve arrested the true culprit.

Wait, what do you mean, the true culprit? Are you saying that Brady isn’t the one that ran over Sarah?

No, he isn’t. It was–it was my mum.

What?

Yeah. Turns out, she and Brady were drinking the night of the accident and my mum was behind the wheel when they hit Sarah. And then rather than own up to what she did, she decided to frame Brady.

Oh, good Lord.

Surprised you haven’t heard about all this or read about it. It was in “The Spectator” this morning.

Well, I just got back from a business trip to Chicago.

Well, I just got back from the police station, where your brother didn’t want to release Brady. But Sarah and I, we managed to change his mind.

So Brady is really free? Yes, Kristen, that’s what I’m trying to tell you. Now, please, can we have the serum?

I don’t think so.

What?

Well, not until I confirm what you’re telling me.

Damn it, Kristen, what I’m telling you is the truth.

Forgive me, Xander, but I mean, the last time you came here begging for the serum, you–you tried to bamboozle me.

For God’s sake.

OK, wait. Hey, hey. You know what? If Brady is free, then I’m sure I will have no problem getting him on the phone.

[sighs]

Hmm?

Actually, I’m–I’m glad you’re here, ’cause I wanted to talk to you too. You think we could go in there for some privacy?

Yeah. [phone ringing]

Oh, sorry, sorry, sorry. Can I take this real quick?

Yeah. I’ll–I’ll wait for you.

Hi, Kristen.

Hey, Brady. I heard the good news. You really out?

I really am. I’m still at the station, but I’m gonna be heading home soon.

Oh, Brady, that is just wonderful. Why don’t you stop by my place on your way home? I know Rachel would love to see you.

Yeah, I would love to see her too.

Oh, well, good, good, good. Listen, before I let you go, I’m just curious, how exactly did your release come about?

[siren wailing]

Hey, Kayla.

Ah. Hey, Marlena.

Got some time for some good news?

Oh, always, of course.

Brady’s getting out of jail.

That’s great. Yeah, I’m sure you’re very happy.

You don’t sound very excited. Are you just distracted?

I’m sorry. I’m sorry. It’s just that I was looking at my texts, and I just got one from Steve. And it must have been delayed, because I know he landed in Paris quite a while ago.

Wait, what is he doing in Paris?

He’s trying to stop Chad from marrying Abigail.

Why?

Because Abigail is not Abigail after all.

Mark, hey, it’s me. Mark, are you OK?

Chad, the only reason that first test looked like a match was because this joker messed with it. He falsified the results.

Is that true, Steve?

I’m sorry.

He’s breathing. Mark, Mark, can you hear me? It’s me, baby. Can you hear me?

Is that true?

You’re not Abby?

No. No, I’m not Abigail.

This whole time, you’ve been playing me? [dramatic music] It’s all just been a sick game?

So that means that–[groans] That Abigail’s really dead, huh?

I’m so sorry, Chad.

Who is that? Who is that? What, is that your boyfriend?

No, no. He’s my brother.

Well… I just spoke with Brady, and he has indeed been released from police custody.

As I told you. So give me the damn serum.

No, I don’t think so.

[chuckles] You see… [clears throat] Brady said that his brother was the one who figured out that Fiona framed him and that’s what sparked his memory that he wasn’t the one driving the car that hit Sarah.

Sarah remembered that too.

Yeah, but technically, Xander, it was Brady who alerted the police to your mother’s guilt. So I mean, you and your wife, I mean, you didn’t do anything to get Brady free.

The hell are you trying to say, Kristen?

Well, I think it’s pretty obvious, Xander. I’m gonna keep the serum.

Sorry about that.

[sighs] If anyone should be apologizing–

Oh, my God. I have– I’ve been blaming you for my accident for months. And I–I know that you’ve been blaming yourself too. Brady, I’m– I feel so awful about it.

Don’t feel that way. Don’t feel that way, because… I thought I was guilty, too, thanks to your mother-in-law.

Yeah. But I’m the one that told the police that I saw you behind the wheel. That’s on me, not Fiona. That statement almost sent you to prison for a crime that you didn’t commit, and… if you never forgave me, I would understand.

Sarah, you are forgiven.

Although I wasn’t– I wasn’t the one behind the wheel that night– thank God it wasn’t me– Fiona never would have been able to frame me for that crime if I hadn’t been so damn drunk, OK, so it’s gonna take me a long time to forgive myself for–for that, for being weak and relapsing after God knows how many years of sobriety.

And you’ll get there, Brady. You’re a really good man. And you had the sense not to drive that night, so you have to give yourself credit for that.

No, I don’t think I deserve any credit. No. Thank you. That’s kind. Sarah, now that I–I remember that I wasn’t the one that hit you, I– I’m having a hard time understanding why you ID’d me as the driver. I mean, did you see me in the passenger seat and–and you got it– you got it mixed up?

No. No, there was no mix-up.

I lied.

– I can’t believe this– the cruelty of that woman, posing as Abigail all these months.

Mm-hmm, and sadly, she had us all fooled.

What about the DNA test? Didn’t that prove that– that she and–and–and Jack were father and daughter?

Yeah, it did. But Steve figured out that she had a little help with that. Our own Dr. Mark Greene. [tense music]

Mark Greene– are you saying that he changed the test results?

Apparently so.

Why would he do that?

I have no idea. But I’m sure that Steve’s gonna find out soon enough.

So that’s your brother? So when you said you were on the phone with JJ, you were talking to him?

I think it’s time we bring in the police.

That’s fine, but I want my answers now. You and me are gonna have a little chat.

Start talking.

[sighs]

Start talking!

What do you want to know?

For starters, why you’re pretending to be my dead wife.

I know–I know that there is no excuse for what I did, but I–I do need you to know that this was not my idea.

Really? So, what, you’re gonna– you’re gonna blame it on your brother?

My bro–no, this wasn’t Mark’s idea either. This was all Clyde’s plan.

Really? OK, so, what, did he–did he– he paid you to–to– to pretend to be Abigail?

No, pay–he did not pay me. It was nothing like that.

OK, then you’re sleeping with him?

Oh, my–no! I wouldn’t let that creep touch me. Are you kidding me?

Why? You’re–you’re letting him use you to do his bidding. You know, I–I–I– Cl–Clyde stopped me from putting a bullet in his head by claiming that Abigail was still alive. And then he tried to use that lie to get himself out of prison, but then he was thrown into supermax. So, what–so why would he go through all of that trouble by–by–by getting you to pose as Abigail? To what–to what end?

I don’t know! He wanted you to be in torment, Chad. And he wanted your money.

[scoffs] This is about money? That’s why you pretended to be a dead woman, why–why you pretended to care about me?

I did not pretend that! Not that. I don’t expect you to believe what I’m saying, but I need you to know that I actually have feelings for you. I really do. [dramatic music]

You’ll let me know as soon as you hear anything from Steve?

Of course I will. And listen, I’m sorry that I was distracted about Brady. I know you must be so happy. It weighed so heavily on you and John, what happened to him. And I’m–I’m sure it’s a tremendous relief that he’s been exonerated.

Oh, it is. And it’s even better because now Kristen is not involved. So she has no need to help Brady.

I don’t understand. How could she have helped him?

I–I don’t even know exactly. She had some–some plan of how to set him free. But now we don’t need her help.

Wow. She’s still trying to worm her way into his life, huh?

Yeah. She is still in love with him.

Sarah, I– I get that you wanted me to pay when you believed that I was the one that had hit you. But I’m frankly surprised that you would lie to the police to make that happen.

That’s not why I lied.

Was it to protect Fiona?

No. I had absolutely no idea that she was the one that hit me. You have to believe me on that.

I–I do. I do, especially now that I know that she… tried to push you down some stairs, I hear.

Yeah, and she would have succeeded if Xander hadn’t have come home when he did.

[sighs] Dear God.

She’s a monster.

Yeah. I’m–I’m sorry for you and–and for Xander.

But I–I can also see that you’re very reluctant.

So tell me why you lied to the police. And I’ve had a little bit of time to think about this, Sarah, and… I have a theory…

That you were trying to protect someone– not Fiona… but her son, because the night you had me arrested…

Xander was going to kill me, wasn’t he?

Kirsten, I just told you, Sarah and I were the ones who convinced EJ that he had no case against Brady. If it wasn’t for us, your lover boy would be rotting in a holding cell next to my mum.

Oh, please. [laughs] You don’t have to tell me how stubborn my baby brother can be. But… he would have had to drop the charges eventually. Brady was gonna walk no matter what.

We had a deal, Kristen. You’re just splitting hairs to justify going back on your word.

Well, Xander, I’m gonna put this into simple terms. This was supposed to be a quid pro quo. You didn’t deliver on the quo.

So you’re not gonna give us the damn serum?

I didn’t say that. [chuckles] It’s your lucky day. I am feeling very generous. No, I will give you the miracle serum to cure Sarah’s paralysis.

Great, thank you.

But I expect something in return.

And what is it? What do you want now?

Titan.

[dramatic music]

You want Titan? Is this a joke?

Do you see me laughing?

You don’t seriously expect me to just hand over a billion-dollar company to you.

Well, you will if you ever want to see your wife walk again.

But it doesn’t make any sense, Kristen. Why would you want my family’s company? You have your own.

Titan is DiMera’s chief competitor. And if I merge the two together, oh, I will be unstoppable.

God, I knew you were greedy, but this is just–

Actually, Xander, it’s self-preservation. You see, I just came back from a very disturbingly tense meeting with the DiMera board. [sighs] And they expressed dissatisfaction in the current revenue stream and projections, a not-so-subtle way of saying that they are losing confidence in me as CEO.

[scoffs]

Now I have to pull out all stops. And if I have control of Titan…[chuckles] Well, then they would obviously regain their confidence in spades. And I will be the most successful CEO DiMera has ever had.

Well, I’m sorry to burst your bubble, Kristen, but I’m never giving you my father’s company.

[scoffs] [breathes deeply]

We all know how badly Xander wanted revenge because he believed that I had hit you with my car. He was planning on breaking both of my legs. It’s not a far stretch to think that he would have taken it one step further and maybe ended my life.

See, that night, I– the night I was arrested, I ran into this–this man. He claimed to know me from AA, but I’d never met him before. And when we shook hands, he… pricked me with–with his ring. And shortly thereafter, I was completely out of it. Everyone thought I was drunk, but I– I knew that I hadn’t touched a bottle since the night of the accident. So I assumed I had been drugged.

And then that night when the police came to my house, they caught Xander hovering over me in my bedroom. He said he was just there to confront me. I think he was there to… finish me off. Luckily, because you called the police, they stopped him from doing that.

So, Sarah, here’s my thought. You knew what your husband was up to.

And you called the cops and lied to keep him from committing murder.

Does that sound about right?

So is Brady home now?

No, no, he won’t be home until–I don’t know– later this afternoon, I guess. I’m so happy for Tate. He–he really needs his dad right now.

Of course he does, especially since his mother isn’t in his life for who knows how long.

Mm.

I bet John is just thrilled.

Yes. Yes, he is. He is. You know, he always believed there was– there was a little more to it. And he also wishes that he could be here to welcome his son.

John’s out of town?

He is, yeah. His father wanted to–to visit the old farm in Baton Rouge. He spent so many happy years there with his wife.

That’s so sweet of him to go on that trip with his dad. [phone beeps] Oh, sorry.

Is it Steve?

Ugh, no. Oh, I wish it were. I just hope he got to Paris in time.

Yeah, so do I. But even if he doesn’t get there in time to stop the wedding, it’s gonna be so hard. Chad is gonna have to say goodbye to Abigail twice.

My heart breaks for him.

[suspenseful music]

Uncle Steve? What–what are you doing here? What’s–what’s going on?

OK, we–we had a little incident.

This is the guy I saw talking to Holly earlier. Isn’t he a doctor from Salem?

That’s right. He’s also moonlighting as Chad’s would-be assassin.

Wait, what? Is Chad OK?

He’s all right.

And where is Abigail?

In the bedroom with Chad. He’s questioning her about her part in all this.

Wait a minute. Are you–are you saying my sister had something to do with this guy trying to kill Chad?

No. I’m saying… that that woman is not your sister.

Are you kidding me? You want me to believe– after–after you telling me that you’ve been working with Clyde Weston this whole time, you want me to believe that you actually have feelings for me?

I don’t want you to do anything. And I don’t expect anything from you. [dramatic music] But yeah, yeah, I need you to know that I care about you, actually. But more importantly than that, I need you to know that at no point was my intent malicious.

It’s not malicious, making me think that my dead wife is alive?

I hated lying to you, Chad. I hated every second of it. It got harder and harder the more time went on and I got to know you and saw what a beautiful, compassionate, kind, wonderful man you are. And then when I recited those vows to you, I realized I wasn’t part of this–this–this plan, this convoluted plan. I was falling in love with you. And–and I’m sorry. I know that you don’t need to hear that right now, but it’s the truth.

You’re right. I don’t.

The vows…

How did you do that? How did you know them?

When you–

When you brought the wedding album over…

You mentioned something about a box of mementos that were in the attic. And I–I snuck in, and I found Abigail’s vows, and I memorized them.

Ugh! God, you are disgusting. I mean, this–this is so, so unbelievably twisted! I mean, you see that, right? Right? I mean, you’re not so screwed up that you don’t realize that lying to me like that, that making me feel this– this kind of miserable pain, this kind of grief, you don’t–you don’t– you don’t get to claim that you care about me and do that to me! If you cared about me, you would have told me the truth before I fell for you, before I was sure that I had the love of my life back, and especially before your brother showed up here to shoot me dead!

So…[sighs] This woman posing as Abigail, you remember how all this started and how she was discovered.

Of course I do. Jack and Chad went looking for her, and then they found John tied up in her apartment.

And she had no idea how all that happened.

And John and Steve never got to the bottom of that. Well, hopefully, when he confronts her, he’s– he’s gonna be able to get some answers. [dramatic music]

So my mom was right all along. She knew that woman wasn’t her daughter.

Yeah. I guess we should have known better than to doubt a mother’s instinct.

Yeah. Yeah, we should have. But, Uncle Steve, I dread telling my dad. He was so convinced that it was her, so damn happy about it, relieved.

I know. But I think we should wait till we have more details before we make that call.

I–I don’t–I don’t get it. Why would that woman pretend to be Abigail? And how is she connected to this guy?

Well, apparently, they’re brother and sister. And if I had to venture a guess about their motive, I’d say it has something to do with Clyde Weston.

Chad, I swear to you, I– [sighs] I–I didn’t even know Mark was coming to Paris. I certainly didn’t know he was coming here to kill you.

Why should I believe you?

Because I wouldn’t have let it happen. I–I got in the way of the gun. I was gonna stop him.

Yeah, well, how–how do I know that’s not part of your act?

It wasn’t! I was supposed to marry you and then transfer your assets to Clyde. That was it.

OK, so then, what, once I found out my–my assets were gone, how in the hell were you going to explain that?

I wasn’t.

I was meant to disappear.

Oh. Right, OK. But then you or your brother or–or Clyde decided that it would just be a lot easier if I was dead and then you could just inherit the money.

Chad, I didn’t know. I’m–I’m telling you, I didn’t–

Just stop.

You know… part of this is my fault too. Part of this nightmare is on me, because… I knew in my gut that something was off, you know? And every time I had my doubts, I just reminded myself that we did a DNA test. But if I’m being– if I’m being completely honest…

I think the reason why I fell for your lies was– was–was because I– I just wanted so desperately for this all to be true and that–that– that the love of my life had finally come back to me and my kids.

And you know what? For the first time since I found out my wife was dead, I wasn’t in pain. The pain was all gone. And now, thanks to you, I have to mourn her all over again.

I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry.

You know what? And it’s not just me that you hurt. You know, I mean, when– when her– when her parents find out the truth, they’re gonna be in hell.

And my kids.

Oh!

Oh, God, thank God– thank God I did not tell my kids.

Yeah. yeah. Thank God. I was– I was so adamant about not seeing them because I didn’t– I–I didn’t want them to get their hopes up. That’s why I wanted us to come here to Paris, so I could protect them from–from having their hopes that their mom was coming back–

Oh, what a saint you are!

I’m not saying that! But I need you to believe me. Mark and I never wanted to do any of this!

Then why did you?

Because Clyde forced us to.

How?

The only– [sighs] The only reason I pretended to be someone that you loved and lost was to hopefully stop Mark and me from losing someone that we love, because Clyde said that if we didn’t do exactly what he– what he told us to do, then we–we were gonna lose our mom. He was gonna kill her.

You don’t have to say anything. I can tell by the look on your face that I’m right.

In some ways, I get it. You know I’m no fan of Xander’s. But I don’t blame him for wanting to pay me back for what he believed I did to you.

That’s–that’s generous.

As far as your lie goes, you thought it was best that a guilty man go to prison instead of the father of your child going to prison for committing murder. [sighs] I can’t blame you for that.

[sobs] Thank you.

It’s all right. I know you tried to do the– the right thing in the end. You–you– EJ told me you tried to recant your statement.

[sniffling] I did.

Brady, it was for– it was for selfish reasons.

What–what do you mean?

[sighs] Apparently… [clears throat] There is this experimental drug that could help me walk again. And–and someone offered to give it to me if I had the charges against you dropped.

Oh, my–oh, my God. I am pretty sure I can guess who made that offer.

You might want to rethink your position on that matter, Xandy, unless you want to go home to your wife and explain to her that you threw away her only chance of ever walking again.

Come on, Kristen. There must be something else you want, something a bit more reasonable. I mean, I don’t know. How about– how about a nice car? You need to get Brady a new one anyway, don’t you?

That is the lamest counteroffer I’ve ever heard.

I know, but I just– what am I suppose–wait. You don’t need Titan to impress the board. You have the serum. You told me you were gonna make a fortune marketing that drug.

Yeah, well, that’s what I thought initially. [scoffs] Oh. But it turns out, those pesky clinical trials and FDA approvals can take years. So if I even make a profit on this damn serum, one of my brothers could have taken my place in the CEO’s chair. So I have to act right now.

Surely, you understand, Kristen, my father left his company to me to take care of. It was his life’s work. I can’t just hand it over to the daughter of his greatest enemy.

Why not? I mean, think about it, Xander. Really, isn’t it a small price to pay to help the woman you love?

[knocking]

Brady! Oh, my God, I’m so happy that you’re free!

Hi. Thank you. Thank–thank–thank you. Thank you.

Yes.

Where’s–where’s Rachel?

Oh, oh, Rachel, yes, she is upstairs. I will go get her.

Hold on. Can I talk to you for one second first?

Of course.

Sarah told me about the deal that you made with her and Xander. And I’m assuming that’s the plan you alluded to when I was at the station.

Yes, it was. But it turns out, I didn’t have to make that deal after all.

You’re still planning on giving Sarah the serum, though, right?

Well, Brady, of course I am. In–in fact, I mean, Xander was here, and we were making arrangements. [dramatic music]

There you are.

Here I am. Did you talk to Brady?

I did. I apologized. FYI, he pretty much figured out that I lied to prevent you from killing him.

But he doesn’t have any proof of that.

He doesn’t. [sighs] And he’s willing to let it go.

That’s good of him.

Yeah, it is.

How did it go with Kristen?

Oh, well, she ultimately agreed to give us the serum.

OK.

But there’s a catch.

Of course there’s a cat– Brady’s free. How is there a catch?

Well, Kristen doesn’t feel that you and I were directly involved in making that happen, so now she wants something else in return for the drug.

What–what does she want?

Nothing much. [tense music]

Just my family legacy.

You. Why the hell are you here?

My uncle foiled your little assassination attempt.

How did you know?

That DNA test I had you run, that was actually a test for you. And you failed miserably.

Where’s my sister?

She’s in there with Chad. The newlyweds are hashing things out. But I’m pretty sure their marriage is doomed.

[dramatic music]

Clyde threatened to kill your mom?

His men have been holding her hostage this entire time.

And if we don’t get the money to him soon, they’re gonna execute her. That is the only reason that Mark and I agreed to do any of this.

And how do I know it’s not just another lie?

You don’t… obviously. [sighs] I don’t expect you to believe anything I’m saying. Why should you?

Yeah, why should I? I don’t even know who the hell you really are.

I’m Cat… short for Catharina. I was named after my mom.

It’s all so strange. One moment, John was in Greece, laying flowers at Catharina’s grave. And the next, he was–he was tied up in a room in Poplar Bluff.

And because of that, as you told me, he didn’t get the closure with Catharina that he needed.

Yeah. And no matter how much time passes, he will never forgive himself for having taken a life.

It’s just so sad. I mean, even though he knows that he was brainwashed and he wasn’t really responsible for her death, he just carries around that tremendous guilt.

It’s terribly sad. And I–I suspect that her death will always haunt him.

So as far as you know, your mother is still alive.

[sighs] One phone call from Clyde and that can all change, but… yeah.

You know, I don’t– I don’t know if you’re telling the truth or not. Honestly, I don’t really care. What I do know is that you and your brother committed an incredibly cruel fraud against anyone who’s ever loved Abby.

And it is for that that I will make you pay.

I promise you.

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Days Nitpicks & Flubs For The Week Of October 14, 2024

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Michele Johnson

Nitpicks & Flubs

Fiona and Brady

Monday

Sarah told Fiona that she remembered what happened while she was alone.

Why would Julie tell Steve that Chad went to Paris?

Holly didn’t know Abby, so she had no reason to eavesdrop on her phone call.

Brady suddenly remembered that Fiona was the one who drove the car. He was too drunk to function, but he suddenly remembered everything.

Xander was the only one who saw Fiona taking Sarah out of her room.

Tuesday

Xander could be heard talking while Brady was shown.

Brady gave everyone credit for helping him except for Kristen. She was willing to help him from the beginning. Kristen was the one who moved the car to keep him from staying in jail.

You would think Marlena would want to help Abe with his soap opera. He’s supposed to be her friend, but it took Leo to convince her to help with the show.

Chanel was at the hospital one minute and at the mansion the next.

Speaking of Chanel, she was on the left side of the bed and now she’s on the right side of it.

Wednesday

Mark talked about murdering Chad at the town square. Anyone could have heard him talking about that.

Abby cried without any tears.

Why would Chanel ask Alex to help plan the party? She knows that Johnny is jealous of her relationship with him so why would she ask him to help her? Johnny has a lot of relatives in Salem so she didn’t have to ask Alex to help her plan his party.

Johnny conveniently knew where Alex lived. He never went there before, but he knew where to find him.

Thursday

Chad clearly avoided looking at his phone. He put the picture down and clearly tried to avoid looking at his phone. Chad should have seen the text that Kayla sent him.

Xander cried without any tears.

Fiona was talking while Xander was shown.

Friday

Chad’s phone should have blacked out, but Abby managed to see Kayla’s text to him.

Why does Sophia have to tell everyone her problems? What makes her think anyone cares?

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Days Opinions For The Week Of October 14, 2024

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Michele Johnson

Opinion Article

Holly

Why did the writers make Holly so vital to Chad and Abby’s storyline? She just happened to be listening to Abby while she was on the phone with Mark. Holly never said one word to Abby, but she instantly recognized her. It’s not believable that Holly suddenly spotted Abby while she was in Paris. Needless to say, Holly’s discovery became important later in the week. She confronted Abby about the phone call. It led to Chad discovering the truth about Abby. Chad needed the fall from grace because Jennifer and Steve tried to tell him that she wasn’t Abby. Chad refused to listen to them when they warned him that something was off with Abby. Now he has egg on his face since the truth is out. Let’s get back to Holly. We aren’t thrilled that Holly had to be the one who caused the truth to get revealed. She wasn’t involved in the story at all and suddenly became an important factor in it. Steve should have been the one to cause Chad to see the light. We loved how Steve played Mark and found out he lied about the DNA test. He tricked Mark by giving him DNA that belonged to him and Kayla. We loved how Steve was involved in the storyline. He should have been one of the driving forces of the story since he’s related to Abby.

Does Johnny want to get divorced like his father? He kept making digs about Chanel being with Alex. He saw Alex having sex at the hospital and thought he was with Chanel. There’s no way he could confuse Stephanie with Chanel. Stephanie is a Caucasian woman while Chanel is an African American woman. Each time the flashback was shown, it was easy to see part of Stephanie’s arm. We wondered why Johnny didn’t interrupt them. He stood there and watched them having sex without saying a word. Who would do that? Most people would say something about what they saw. They wouldn’t watch and then walk away. Johnny was making digs about them being together. He thought the worst of Chanel because she told him that she and Alex didn’t rehearse, but he didn’t believe her. It was easier to think the worst of her than approach her about what he saw. Why would Chanel have sex with another man when Johnny could have seen them together? They would have been somewhere more private. If he keeps acting the way he is, Chanel will end up divorcing him.

It’s time to shift gears. We noticed that Xander was being judged for his actions towards Brady. He wanted to get revenge on the person who he thought hurt his wife. There isn’t a man in Salem who wouldn’t want to do what he was willing to do to Brady for hurting Sarah. We knew that Brady was innocent, but Xander didn’t know that. As far as Xander was concerned, he was guilty. Every man reacts the way he did. For some reason, he looked like the bad guy for wanting to make Brady pay for what he did.

Sarah and Brady finally remembered what happened the night of the accident. With help from Eric, they remembered who really hit Sarah. Sarah confronted Fiona about hitting her with the car. We thought that was stupid of Sarah to confront her when she was alone. Sarah was defenseless against Fiona, but she told her that she was going to tell Xander what happened. It wasn’t a surprise that Fiona tried to kill her. Xander showed up in time to stop her from killing Sarah. We were waiting for the revelation to happen, and it finally did. Fiona had to confess to what she did. Xander went off about what she did. He wasn’t over the top with it. Xander talked to her as if he were disappointed in her for destroying his trust. He couldn’t believe that he was gullible enough to fall for her lies. Brady told Fiona off when she was at the station. She tried to explain what she did, but he didn’t want to hear it. We don’t blame him for not wanting to listen to more of her lies.

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Primetime TV Review: Happy’s Place

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Eva Diaz

TV Review!

“Happy’s Place” Review by Eva 10/20/2024

Happy’s Place stars Reba Macintire as Bobbie who inherits the bar named Happy’s Place after the death of her father.

Bobbie is stunned when, at the reading of her father’s will, she finds out she has a half-sister named Isabella (Belissa Escobedo) who owns half the bar. The two sisters must get to know each other and run the bar together. The bar has a cast of quirky employees and customers. Melissa Peterman plays Gabby the bartender at Happy’s Place who wishes she was Bobbie ‘s half-sister.

The show has plenty of funny moments, most notably, when Reba and Melissa Peterman are on screen together since they worked together before on the show Reba. They have their comedy timing perfect with each other. The other cast members need more time to work together on their comedic timing. The cast needs time to relax and get into a rhythm with each other.

The show airs Fridays at 8 PM EST/7 PM CST.

I think this is one of those shows that will get better as the season goes on and the audience gets to know the characters in the show.

I give the show 3 out of 5 stars.

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Days Transcript Friday, October 18, 2024

Posted on October 18, 2024November 8, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[dramatic music]

Hey, boss.

You’re late.

Three minutes, what’s the big deal? We don’t open for dinner for another hour.

Three minutes late is still late, Ms. Choi. But I’ll let it slide… this time.

Thanks, Ms. Vitali. What are you reading?

Just the latest Salem news.

About Brady Black, by any chance?

You already heard?

That he isn’t the one who ran over Sarah Kiriakis after all? Yeah, his son, Tate, told me. He and I are pretty close. ,::,

Hey, dude, I heard the good news about your dad.

Yeah, man, it’s great news, right? both: Yeah.

I was actually just texting my grandpa to see if he’s been released yet.

Good, dude, I’m happy for you. I feel like that was really weighing on you.

It was, man. Thank you.

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, sure. So what does this mean for you and Holly? Hello, I feel like she went after your dad pretty hard.

Oh… there is no more me and Holly. We broke up.

OK. [laughter]

Thank you.

If I may, I’d like to make a toast to the bride and groom. I have to admit that… I was nervous about seeing you, Abigail, especially after the way Mom felt when she did. But now… I’m just sorry I didn’t reach out sooner, even if it was to video chat or talk to you on the phone.

[echoing] My mother? Oh, yes I was talking on the phone to my brother, JJ. My mom had a hard time accepting that I was actually her daughter, Abigail.

Wait, what do you mean? Didn’t you two just talk on the phone last night?

[groans] Damn, straight to voicemail.

So what’s going on, sis?

I’m trying to get Chad on the phone, but he’s not picking up. You know, he’s in Paris.

He is? With Abigail?

Yeah, yeah. And now he’s not answering my texts. I’m just gonna keep trying.

So why Paris?

It was her idea. She thinks it’s gonna jog her memory.

OK, all right. Oh, because they lived there for a while after they got married, right?

Yeah, and apparently, they’re getting married again.

And that’s not a good thing?

No, Roman, it’s a terrible thing. [light music] – Clyde, I’m here at Le Café Blanc. [dramatic music] But look, there has to be some other way. Yeah, no, I get it. You don’t have to keep telling me why I’m doing this.

So what’s the plan? How do you propose I murder him?

Holly, what are you talking about?

Oh, well, it’s just, when I ran into Abigail at that café downstairs, she was on the phone with you.

No, she wasn’t. [chuckles]

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

[tense music]

Look, I know what’s at stake, OK? So enough with the threats. Just tell me the plan. A package? Where?

Table closest to the entrance. Yeah, no, I see it.

[sighs]

I got it. Yeah. I know. I know. I know. I just need to make sure that my sister and Chad are married, and then I–

[chuckles] JJ, I think you were in the middle of a toast.

Yeah, but just hold on one second.

No, I would love to hear the rest of it.

Yeah.

I would love to hear the rest of it. It’s–it’s fine. I don’t think Holly meant to interrupt.

You’re right, I didn’t.

That’s fine. No, hold on a second.

JJ, go ahead.

No, no, no, sorry. Just real quick. I’m just a little bit confused here. You said that she was on the phone with her brother?

Yeah, I did say that. And look, it’s not like I was eavesdropping or anything, I promise. Just, when I walked past you, you were talking about your mother, and you said you were on the phone with JJ, so…

I guess I must have misunderstood.

Yeah, yeah, you did.

[sighs]

So, what, are you worried that Chad and Abigail are rushing things? I mean, we do know she hadn’t gotten her memory back yet.

That’s not it. He’s not answering his damn phone. You know, maybe–maybe he’s got it turned off.

All right, Kayla. Look, I know you don’t rattle easy. Your hands are shaking. What the hell is going on here? What do you need to tell Chad?

That he’s about to marry a woman who is not Abigail. [light music]

You and Holly broke up? Like, for real? What happened?

Yeah, dude, we had this huge fight about my dad.

Ugh. That’s rough, dude. I’m sorry.

Yeah, it was also about– ah, never mind, doesn’t matter.

Ah, no, don’t do that. Come on, it’ll stay between us. Come on, you know that.

All right. Dude, Holly slapped Sophia across the face.

Sorry?

Yeah.

What–are you serious?

I am very serious, man. They were arguing in the square. And just as I walked up, Holly attacked Sophia.

That’s–what? That’s crazy. Why? Why did she do that?

Dude, like, well, because Sophia just called Holly out for sneaking into my dad’s room to try and get evidence to give to the DA.

Who is EJ DiMera, who’s married to Holly’s mom, right?

Yeah, but they’re getting a divorce now. And besides, Holly is just as angry at her mom as she is everybody else in the world.

OK, OK, OK. But I–I still don’t see how that would mean she goes WWE on Sophia.

Well, there is more. Sophia also told Holly that she likes me as more than just a friend.

OK, I don’t see why Holly is freaking out about that. I mean, I feel like we knew Sophia was after you from–from the jump.

Yeah, I guess you’re right. I’m sorry about that, by the way. I know you were into Sophia.

No, no, no. It’s OK. I’m all right. I mean, be real. You’re the one that she wanted from the beginning anyway, so it’s OK. But now that you and Holly called it quits, could you and Sophia get together?

[sighs] [dramatic music]

So this Fiona woman just stood by and let Brady take the fall for paralyzing Sarah. [chuckles] Unbelievable.

Yeah, not to me. See, I waited on her once. She turned out to be a real bitch.

What, she gave you a hard time?

Only after I joked about how much she loved her martinis. But before I hit that nerve, we had some girl talk. I have to say, she was a pretty good listener.

Oh, yeah?

Knowing that she’s such a terrible person, now I wish I hadn’t confided in her.

Well, she’s certainly not gonna be hanging her hat around here for a while.

More like never again. So I’m back to having no one to talk to.

You know what? I should let you guys celebrate as a family. Thank you for letting me be a part of this. I’ll just come get the rest of my stuff later.

No, you don’t have to leave.

No, it’s–it’s fine, Chad.

Holly, no, no.

You guys should all be together.

You don’t have to leave.

I’m good. We’re good.

Are you sure?

Yeah.

OK. Thank you for your– thank you for coming and all of your help.

Mm-hmm. Bye.

OK, so you want to explain why you told Holly you were talking on the phone to JJ?

I– I had a really emotional day. I wasn’t thinking straight.

That’s not an explanation.

Chad… please–please don’t look at me like that. I–I was rattled. I–I don’t– she said she wasn’t eavesdropping, but she clearly was. I was having a private conversation with someone–

Yeah, but you said you were talking to JJ, and I’m pretty sure he would remember it. So if you weren’t talking to JJ, then who were you talking to, Abby? And why the hell are you lying about it?

She’s not Abigail? What the hell?

Shh. Would you just keep your voice down?

I thought you did a DNA test to confirm that.

Well, we did, but my ever-suspicious husband did not accept the test results on face value. And it turns out that his instincts were spot-on and that the DNA test… was wrong.

Well, what the hell happened? Was there a screwup in the lab?

No, it wasn’t a mistake. Somebody tampered with it.

Who would do that?

Well, we know who did it– somebody on my staff, somebody I thought that I could trust. [sighs]

I said I would, didn’t I? Look, I will do what you want, Clyde. Then you damn well better make good on your promise.

Mark?

Holly.

Hi. This is so weird, running into each other here.

Yeah, some coincidence. What are you doing in Paris?

[lounge music]

So Fiona Cook was your only confidant? What, you don’t have girlfriends your own age that you can talk to?

Not really. I mean, for a while, I had Holly Jonas, but our friendship kind of blew up.

Oh, let me guess. You had a falling-out over a boy.

Yeah, Tate. But see, I liked him first, and Holly knew that, but then she totally broke girl code and didn’t have the decency to tell me to my face that she wanted him for herself.

Yeah, that’s definitely breaking girl code.

I know, right? So instead she went behind my back and came up with this whole ridiculous scheme. She went to prom with our friend Aaron and then tried to get me and Aaron to hook up while she ran off with Tate.

Oh, sounds a little shady.

Truth. Anyway, Tate is a really great guy, and he and Holly were just so wrong for each other.

Hmm. So what’s going on now? You and Tate together?

Not exactly. Not yet, I mean.

Does he know that you like him?

Yeah, yeah, I’ve told him. It’s just…

It’s just what?

Well, he and Holly just broke up, and yeah, she wasn’t nice, and she did a lot of terrible things to him, but I’m also probably a part of the reason they’re not together anymore, and… I think he may still be hung up on her.

Mm. So I guess you kind of feel like you’re, like, the other woman?

Yeah. Yeah, exactly. That’s totally it. I mean, I think, even though they broke up, Holly’s still on his mind. Like, you don’t get over someone that quickly, right?

No, normally it–it takes– it takes a while.

Right, that’s why I don’t want to push too hard, at least for now.

I get it.

Sounds like you’ve been there.

Do you know what it’s like to be the other woman?

Sophia kissed you?

Mm-hmm.

Like, when you and Holly were together?

No, no, no, no. Holly and I were over by then. But I still had to tell Sophia the truth, that I’m not over Holly.

Ugh, and I’m sure she took that real well.

Yeah, no, not at all, actually.

[scoffs] OK, OK. Well, I mean, that– that makes sense, right? You and Holly went through a lot together, so it makes sense that you would take a while to get over her. But when you do, I mean, can you see yourself with Sophia?

I don’t know, dude.

Are you attracted to her?

I mean, yeah. Yeah, she’s–she’s really hot.

Yeah.

And, like, yeah, she’s been really supportive about everything that went down with my dad. Like, really there for me, you know?

OK. So what’s stopping you? Are you still thinking you’re gonna get back together with Holly? [dramatic music]

I’m here visiting my mom. She lives here now.

Right, of course.

What brings you to the City of Light? [tense music]

Something not so light, actually. I have to deal some issues concerning my parents’ estate. They own some properties here in France.

Mm.

They died in an accident.

Right. Aaron told me about it. I’m so sorry for your loss.

Thanks. And hey, I would love to stay and chat, but unfortunately, there is someplace I have to be.

Right, well, I don’t want to hold you up. It’s just crazy. I–I don’t know, seeing another person from Salem here in Paris? I mean, what are the chances of that?

What do you mean? Who else from Salem did you run into?

Oh, I’m not sure if you know her. Abigail DiMera? [unsettling music]

OK, let me get this straight. So Steve gives this Mark character samples of his and your DNA, claiming they’re from Abigail and Thomas.

Yeah. And he supposedly tested it and then told Steve that it was a match for mother and son.

Oh, that son of a bitch. Why would he go to such lengths to trick Abigail’s family?

I don’t know, but he’s obviously in cahoots with this fake Abigail. I tried to contact him and confront him with all of this, and he’s disappeared. – Abigail DiMera? You know, I don’t think we’ve actually met. No, but I did hear about her return.

Yeah.

Yeah, she’s in Paris now too?

Mm-hmm, yeah, I actually just came from her wedding ceremony.

She got married?

To Chad DiMera, yeah. I guess their marriage was dissolved when she supposedly died, so they wanted to make it legal again. But they just said their vows a little while ago. They are now once again husband and wife.

Wow, great news. I’m so happy for them.

Answer the question. Why’d you lie about talking to JJ?

Chad… can–can you and I discuss this alone, please?

You want to give us a few minutes?

Yeah, OK. Sure.

What are you hiding, Abby? Why’d you lie?

Um–

Answer me.

OK. OK, OK, Chad, I will tell you everything.

[lounge music]

So you have been the other woman?

Let’s just say I know what it’s like when people want to sew a scarlet letter to your blouse. You can’t let it get to you.

Kind of hard not to.

Yeah, it is. But you know what people say about opinions?

Everybody has one.

Right. And if you take everyone’s opinion to heart, you are gonna end up second-guessing every move that you make.

So you want my two cents? If you like Tate, if you really like him, go for it. You fight for him with everything that you have. And who cares what other people say? You are a smart, strong, beautiful young woman. Own it. Own who you are.

Own who I am. I like the sound of that.

[chuckles]

I just– I don’t see how Holly and I can work past our problems. Like, I mean, she totally betrayed me.

Yeah, like, multiple times.

Yes.

Yeah.

Yes, more than once. And actually, the first time was the worst, man. Like, letting me take the rap for the drugs that she OD’d on? And then this time, she lied to me to get into my house. She said that it was because she wanted to work on things with us, but it wasn’t. It was really ’cause she wanted to get the goods on my dad so she could try to hurt him. Yeah, it’s kind of hard to forgive, man.

Yeah, I get it. I get it. Wow. OK, so sounds like you guys are really done.

Yeah. I guess we are.

OK. So what’s stopping you with Sophia? What are you waiting on? [dramatic music]

You know, I can’t say I know the DiMeras well, but I’m happy for Abigail and Chad. They’re lucky to get another chance at happiness.

Yeah, they are. I just hope it all works out.

Is there some reason it wouldn’t?

I hope not. Just, things got a little weird before I left.

Weird how?

It was communication issues between Abigail and her brother.

Her brother?

JJ, yeah. He showed up to Paris as a surprise. I shouldn’t be talking about this. Like I said, I just hope it all works out.

Yeah, I hope so too.

Yeah.

And now I really need to get going.

Right. See you back in Salem?

Yes, definitely.

[chuckles] OK, bye.

Bye.

Hey, Holly.

JJ, hey.

Hey, who were you talking to just now? Who was that guy?

Kayla, I’m glad you didn’t find this guy and confront him. My gut tells me he’s dangerous.

Well, tampering with DNA test results is certainly criminal, not to mention cruel. I mean, all of us believing that Abigail was alive? [light music] I mean, how could I be so wrong about a person? I–I mean, this guy is a good doctor. I really believed that he was a good guy.

Well, Kay, he obviously fooled a lot of people, but at this point, you need to let the police handle this.

Oh, believe me, I called Jada, and I told her everything.

OK, that’s good. That’s good. Now we just got to hope the Salem PD tracks this bastard down and charges him with perpetrating a fraud.

Yeah, I hope so, before he hurts anybody else.

I’m listening. [dramatic music]

Talk!

OK, I will.

I need you to understand that the only reason that I did this was because– [knock at door]

That’s probably JJ. I’ll tell him to come back.

Oh, can I help you?

Hi. I’m Mark Greene, a doctor from Salem.

OK.

I just ran into Holly Jonas. She goes to school with my– with my brother, Aaron. She said that you two just got married.

Yeah, well–what?

And she also said that your brother was here.

Right, JJ just left. Look, we’re in the middle of a conversation. Can you–what do you want?

Just… to say congratulations.

Why? You don’t even know us.

I mean, I guess–

Abby?

Hi, Chad.

Hi. Sorry, I got– I was worried about you being out here all alone, but I guess you’re not.

Oh, yeah, I was just asking this nice man for directions. Managed to get lost even with my GPS.

I’m so glad that your friend found you.

[chuckles]

Right. OK, well, thank you for your help.

How you doing?

Better now. I just needed to clear my head.

Yeah, well, having that memory of Clyde must have been upsetting.

Yeah.

Wait. I do know you.

Thanks for the pep talk, boss. I’m so motivated now to make things happen with me and Tate, to own who I am.

[chuckles] Great. OK, but right now, I need you to own being one of my servers and get the tables set before we get slammed for dinner.

You got it, Ms. Vitali.

[chuckles] You can call me Ava.

OK, Ava. [lounge music]

Wait, so you’re telling me you would not have a problem with me being with Sophia?

No, why would I?

I know you were into her.

Yeah, yeah, but I mean, I got friend-zoned, as you well know, so I’m over it. It’s fine. I told you that.

You’re sure?

Yes. I’m sure. Do not hold back on my account, dude. Go for it.

OK. Well, thanks, man.

You’re welcome.

Do you want to come over to my place so I can kick your ass on the gaming system my grandma got me?

Ha, ha, ha. No, I would love to, but I have to watch my sister tonight.

Ah.

Well, my brother’s out of town doing something with our parents’ estate.

All right. Rain check?

Sure. [dramatic music]

You know, Jennifer– Jennifer was right all along. Her mother’s intuition told her that that woman was not Abigail. We should have all listened to her.

Yeah, well, Jennifer will be vindicated, but Jack, my God, he’s gonna be crushed. Can you imagine having to deal with the loss of their daughter all over again? And Jack really, really believed that was his little girl.

My heart breaks for both of them and for Chad, obviously. I just pray to God that he has not married that scam artist yet.

Yeah, that poor guy. I mean, by some miracle, he thought he had gotten the love of his life back.

But it was a lie, an egregious lie. I mean, we should have known better than to believe Clyde Weston when he said that Abigail was still alive. I mean, this is all his doing.

[sighs]

Oh, that was just some guy I know from Salem. A doctor, actually, Mark Greene. I go to school with his younger brother, Aaron.

What’s he doing in Paris?

Something about his late parents’ estate. Such a coincidence, though, running into Abigail here and now him at the same café.

Yeah, it’s– it’s pretty wild.

Sure is. So are things OK with Abigail and Chad?

Not really. I just–I can’t imagine why my sister would have lied about talking to me.

Me neither. Still feel pretty bad about saying anything, though. I, like, totally messed up their wedding reception.

No, I’m actually glad you did. There’s something definitely off here. But Chad’s talking to Abigail in private right now, so hopefully he can get to the bottom of things.

Yeah, I remember you. I saw you two together at the park. You said that you were lost and that you were just asking him for directions.

You two know each other?

We do.

Is he who you were talking to when you–when you said you were talking to JJ?

Yes, and I don’t know why he’s here. Why are you in Paris, Mark?

Somebody better tell me what the hell is going on right now.

I’m sorry. Please, you have to know I had no other choice.

Sorry about what?

[gasps] Oh, my God.

OK, OK, OK. OK. [tense music] OK.

[lounge music]

Hey, you.

Hey. Is this a bad time?

No, no, it’s fine. We just opened for dinner, but no customers yet, as you can see.

Mm-hmm.

Are you here for your sliders?

No, actually, I’m here to talk to you.

Oh. OK, cool. Any news about when your dad is getting released?

No, not yet.

Soon, I hope. So what did you want to talk about?

You and me.

What about us?

I was wondering if maybe you wanted to hang out after work.

Yeah, yeah, sure. I’d love that.

All right. Awesome. OK, I’ll pick you up after your shift. What time is it over?

All right. I’ll see you then.

See you then.

[chuckles]

Honestly, I– I can’t think of a reason why my sister would have lied about this. [dramatic music] Unless–

Unless what?

Unless she really isn’t my sister.

JJ, why would you think that? Wasn’t there DNA proof done that she’s really Abigail?

There was. But I was a cop long enough to know that proof can be doctored.

So you think someone messed with the DNA results?

Maybe. It’s just, I–I keep going back to how my mom felt when she actually met with Abigail. She told me when we spoke about it that she didn’t feel it in her heart that that was her daughter.

It must have been really hard for her and for Abigail.

Yeah, it was, apparently. But what if my mom has been right all along that that woman isn’t her daughter or my sister or Chad’s wife? And what if you catching her in a lie just helped us prove it?

[tense music]

Mark, my God. What are you doing? Put the gun down!

I’m sorry. I really am. But he said there is no other way.

Who said that? Who told you to kill me?

[sighs] I still can’t get Chad on the phone. Well, at least Steve will be there soon.

Steve?

Yeah. He left for Paris this morning to try to stop Chad from marrying that impostor.

All right, good. I’m glad he did. Hopefully, he gets there on time.

[sighs]

Now that you two are married, Clyde wants Chad dead.

Mark, you can’t do this!

Get out of the way.

No, I will not!

Get–

If you want to shoot him, you have to shoot me first.

Get out of the way, damn it!

No!

Steve? What’s going on?

I’ll tell you what’s going on. This woman is not Abigail.

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Hey.

Hey, Soph.

Hey, I just heard some lady was arrested for the hit-and-run your dad went to jail for. Does that mean that–

Yeah, he’s been cleared.

Oh, my god, that’s amazing. I’m so happy for you.

Thanks, yeah. But for some reason, he’s still in jail. They haven’t released him yet. [sirens wailing] [tense music]

Good morning, Brady. I brought you some company.

Xander?

Hello, darling.

Having a chat with your dad?

No. More with myself, actually. Wondering how the son of Victor Kiriakis could be such a gullible fool.

No, you are not a fool. We all thought that Brady was responsible for my accident.

And we all thought that my mom was godsent to help us through a difficult time, but she turned out to be the cause of it all. I mean, Sarah, I– I, of all people, should have known better.

She’s a horrible mother. A drunk, a liar, heartless. I should have known she’d never change.

Not important? How could anything that Clyde tells you to do be not important? [sighs] Mark– OK, fine, fine. I don’t need to know, but I’m going to trust that you’re going to take care of it. Yeah, OK. Yes, and I’ll do what I’m here to do– marry Chad. As soon as I’m his wife, I’ll have access to the DiMera investment accounts and I’ll get that money to Clyde. Yeah. Yeah. I’ll let you know when it’s done. [sighs]

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

[tense music]

You can do this. You can do it. It’s for Mom. Just keep reminding yourself it’s for Mom. [sighs] [knock at door]

[clears throat]

Hey.

Hey, Holly. Hey.

Hi. I could not wait.

How are you doing?

No, no, no, no. Come on in. Abby is– she’s just getting ready. Sit down. Get comfortable. You look beautiful, by the way.

Thank you.

We’re– uh, we’re just so glad we have you. And not only as Abby’s maid of honor, but as our witness.

Well, I’m just grateful to be a part of your wedding. It’s so exciting.

Yes, it is. Uh, how did it go with your mom?

I mean, things are a little awkward still, but at least we’re talking, right?

Yeah. No, that’s good. You know, I lost my mom when I was about your age. And– uh, and when I think back, I– I always wish I would have spent more time with her, been a better son. So trust me, fixing your relationship with your mom is important.

Yeah. Yeah. At least it’s one relationship in my life getting fixed.

Wait, I don’t get it. If they arrested someone else, why is your dad still in jail?

I have no idea. I haven’t been able to talk to him yet. It’s probably just some dumb red tape stuff. But in the meantime, I’m, like, just so relieved that he’s innocent, you know. Like, beyond relieved, I’m, like, so, so happy. And not just for him, but for my grandparents and my sister and for me, too.

I’m so happy for all of you. I know how much it’s been weighing on you guys. And I’m sure he’ll be out soon, Tate.

Yeah. Thank you. I hope so.

So this other suspect, the one who actually did hit Sarah Kiriakis, do you know who it is?

Yeah, I do. It was Xander Kiriakis’s mom and Sarah’s mother-in-law.

Whoa!

Yeah, whoa. Her name’s Fiona Cook.

Wait, what? Fiona Cook? Oh, my god. I know that bitch. [tense music]

I’m surprised to see you, EJ. I didn’t think escorting prisoners to their lockup was a part of the DA’s duties.

Mm, two birds, I suppose. Ms. Cook needed to be brought down and I believe you and I have some unfinished business.

I wasn’t expecting my grand apology until, uh, I was actually officially released. But if you’re ready to give it, I’m ready.

Oh, I’m not here to apologize nor am I here to release you.

Why not? You got your culprit right there.

Mm, we have another possible culprit, yes. But the picture’s a little murky, you see, since the finger has been pointed at both of you. So I thought I’d bring the two of you down here and let you hash out your respective versions of the truth. Have oodles of fun, you two.

Fiona. [clears throat] Look at me. Look at me!

Do we really have to do this, Brady?

Oh, we really do. You know, when I first met you, I thought you were kind. I thought you were fun. I thought you were, you know, misunderstood. How in the hell could I have been so wrong? I keep thinking about the night– the night and the morning of the accident– how I called you in a panic because I thought that I had hit Sarah, and you told me to not jump to conclusions, Brady. Don’t turn yourself in, Brady. You made me feel innocent, even though when I didn’t believe that I was, even though now we know that you knew I was. And instead of coming forward, what did you do? You hung me out to dry. So my question is, why did you do that to– no, I have a better question. How could you do that to Sarah?

All she’s never done my whole life is disappoint me. You know, when she abandoned me, I was– you know, I was just a little boy. But even then, some part of me somehow understood that it was the best thing that ever happened to me. And yet when she showed up here in Salem claiming to have changed, I just– I just forgot about all the– the bad times and the terrible disappointments. And I just– I just turned back into that stupid little boy who wanted his mum.

Baby, I’m so sorry. I encouraged her to come here. I’m so sorry.

What are you sorry for? You didn’t– you didn’t do anything wrong. Your heart was in the right place like it always is. I mean, Sarah, when she first showed up at our– our wedding, or what was supposed to be our wedding, and she told me that I am Victor’s son and heir, I– Finally, I just felt so vindicated, so, well, self-important. And then as she started to just work her way into our lives, I– well, from then on, I just only let myself see what I wanted to see, which is my mum. She’d somehow transformed into a person of character, someone I could trust.

Hey. Of course you saw her that way. So did I. She was very good at playing that part.

I should have seen through it. I know who she is, who she was, how she treated me when I was a child– How she could just abandon me without looking back. How could I not see the signs? How could I not see that she was just the same heartless drunk she’s always been?

Because it wasn’t obvious. It wasn’t obvious at all. She hid it really well.

But I’m her son. I should have known. My god, Sarah, I– I left her all alone with our daughter. I– I trusted her with our little girl. What the hell was I thinking?

Do not do that. Do not do that. She never hurt Victoria.

Thank God.

It’s you who she hurt so terribly. And that– that breaks my heart.

Please– please don’t let it. Please, all she did to me was remind me how awful she is. But you– look at what she did to you. And all because– she hurt you worse than anyone else because I deluded myself. I– I so desperately, so stupidly wanted to believe that she’d changed so I allowed this to happen. I will never forgive myself. [melancholic music]

Babe, please don’t do that to yourself. Please. You had nothing to do with my accident.

Of course, I did. I deluded myself. I should have known that my mum wasn’t sober. Should’ve known she’s still the same wretched human being she’s always been, who clearly just passed on all her wretched genes to me. I was so enraged at Brady, I was going to murder him. And then you had– you had to lie to the police to save him from me. And you may have to– you might have to face the consequences of that. You might have to pay the price for what I did.

No, no, no. I am not going to be charged with perjury, I– especially now that I remember seeing Fiona behind the wheel. When– when EJ threatened me, when he wouldn’t let me retract my statement, I didn’t remember. But now, we have proof. She– she confessed to us.

Yeah, to us. God knows what she’s saying to the cops. When Jada showed up here last night to arrest her, she– she did that before we called . How– how could she have known?

It must have been Eric. He was grilling me earlier about the accident and maybe he went to the police.

Well, we have to go and set the record straight and get Brady out of jail. And not just because he doesn’t deserve to be there, but because it’s still the only way Kristin will give us Rolf’s serum, which is the only way to heal your injuries. And that’s the priority, yeah? But after that, when you’re all better, by God, we will make my mum pay for what she’s done. [tense music]

Brady, that was the last thing I wanted for you or for Sarah.

Then why– why did you drink and drive and hit Sarah and then leave her on the ground not knowing whether she was dead or alive? Hey, why didn’t you speak up when I was arrested? Why did you let me take the fall? My last question is, what did I do to deserve this, Fiona?

Nothing. You didn’t deserve this. Of course, you didn’t. And now, for what it’s worth, and I know it’s not much, you at least deserve to understand.

Understand what?

Brady, I wasn’t drunk that night. I was just tipsy. And so I thought it would be safer for me to drive you home than to let you get behind the wheel.

Probably would have been safest just to get a cab.

Don’t you think I know that now?

But that night I thought– I thought we’d be OK. And it was so dark, and– and Sarah, she just appeared out of nowhere. And it all happened so fast. And then when I realized I’d hit someone, I panicked. And when I realized it was Sarah, I panicked even more. Because I knew that if Xander found out, it would be the end of our relationship forever.

I see, so you thought, better– better ruin Brady’s life rather than mine, right? Is that the thinking?

No, it wasn’t premeditated. You were passed out on the seat next to me. And then I just– [panting] –I waited for some help to come for Sarah before I left her there. And then– then my foot went down on the pedal, and then we were gone. My mind was racing and my world was about to end. And there you were, blissfully ignorant!

And then the idea started formulating in my mind before I was even cognizant of it. I’d done some research on– on Xander’s Salem family after I came to town, and I knew that Maggie had been involved in an accident and framed it in a similar manner.

Wow, that’s– that’s– that’s how you got the brilliant idea. Wow.

That’s how I got the terrible idea– the cruel and heartless idea to drive you home to the parking garage and put you in the driver’s seat.

You didn’t just put me in a driver’s seat. You put me in– you put me in hell. You put me in a guilt-ridden hell right up until I found out the truth. And now it’s your turn to suffer. It’s your turn to be in hell.

[sobbing]

Wait, I’m sorry. How do you know Xander Kiriakis’s mom?

She used to come into the bistro. And she was nice at first, really friendly. She even gave me her cheesecake once when I was overworked and totally starving, invited me to come sit with her.

OK. And you did, obviously?

Yeah, because she was nice, like I said. And I don’t know, she seemed kind of lonely, like she just wanted someone to talk to, I guess.

OK, what did you two talk about?

Well, we talked about you a little. I mean, she asked me if I was dating anyone. And–

What did you tell her about me, Sophia?

You– you’re referring to Tate?

Mm-hmm.

Do you regret breaking up with him?

I don’t know. I mean, we weren’t together that long, and we kind of were always a hot mess, so–

Do you miss him?

Yeah, kind of. But I’ll get over it, right? Plenty of other guys out there.

Sure. Yeah. Is that really what you want?

Well, no, no, it’s not what I want. But even if I could forgive Tate for taking his dad’s side for hitting my Aunt Sarah and just driving off, I’m not too sure he’s going to be able to forgive me.

What did you do?

Well, I, kind of, was going through his dad’s room looking for evidence to use against him in the hit-and-run, and Tate caught me. And to be honest, I broke into Brady’s briefcase.

Yeah, I see.

Yeah. And to top it all off, my– ex-BFF Sophia is making a move on him and I don’t know. Pretty sure Tate is, like, into her too, so it kind of feels all hopeless, you know?

I’m sorry, Holly.

Yeah, thanks. Anyway, enough of my sob story. Let’s talk about you. You’re getting married in the most romantic city in the world, and I’m so excited for you. And I’m really honored to be a part of it. I can’t wait for you and Abigail to fall in love all over again. [giggles] [gentle music]

What’s the big deal? All I told that Fiona woman was that I liked you, but you were seeing someone else.

OK, that’s all? You didn’t say anything else?

What else was there to say? Anyway, uh, she gave me a huge tip, said it was for the nice chat and to keep my mouth shut about serving her a martini.

Wait, she told you that to keep quiet about her drinking?

Yeah, it seemed like she was being playful or something, like, it would be a little inside joke between us. But get this, I ran into her in the square and she asked me how things were going with the guy I like. So I mentioned you, by name this time, and she freaked.

Why would she freak?

I guess I never said your name before, but this time I did. I said, Tate. And I said that you were dating Holly. And that’s when she lost it. Because apparently she lives with Holly’s family and was worried that they would all find out she had a drink at the bistro, that I would tell them. She even threatened me.

No way.

She said it was important I keep my mouth shut because her family thought she was sober. Now I know it was more than that. She also didn’t want them to know that she mowed down Sarah when she was probably smashed out of her mind.

Brady, I prayed that no one would identify your car. I prayed that you wouldn’t be implicated.

OK– I’m– OK, starting to understand here. You setting me up was your fail safe so the cops wouldn’t find you. But what about what I would think? If the cops didn’t track us down, I would just go on believing that I was guilty of this for the rest of my life.

Look, when Sarah came through her surgery and we all thought she was going to be all right, I fully intended to set the record straight. But then when we realized she was paralyzed and knowing that it was all my fault, I just couldn’t.

No, you could’ve. You could have. You could have! You just decided not to.

EJ, we, uh– we need to talk.

If you’re here to defend your mother–

Oh, she can rot in hell for all I care. We’re here to make sure that you release Brady now that you have my mother in custody.

I don’t see how the two are related.

What? Get your head out your ass DiMera.

EJ, Brady is innocent.

I’m not so sure about that.

We just talked to Detective Hunter. Sarah remembers the accident now. She remembers clearly and definitively that my mother was the driver.

But earlier, she remembered it was Brady– signed a sworn statement, in fact. So which version am I meant to believe? [tense music]

Whoa! You look amazing.

Well, you don’t look so bad yourself. And, Holly, thank you so much for coming and being a part of today. Oh, we have a bouquet for you. It’s in the kitchen.

OK, I’ll go grab it. So we have us.

Yeah.

We have the maid of honor. We just need our officiant.

Oh, uh, yeah, that’s right. I– I got a text earlier. I should check that. [knock at door] Uh-oh, I wonder who that could be. JJ.

Hey, Chad. It’s so great to see you, man.

Oh, god. You too. You too.

Abigail.

You must be my brother.

Yes, um, I am. Do you remember me at all?

I wish I did, but I feel a familiar energy with you.

It’s a start.

Since your parents aren’t going to make it, I decided to reach out to JJ. And not only did he agree to make the long flight from South Africa.

You’re looking at a newly ordained minister of the Universal Church of the Interwebs.

He’s going to marry us.

[gasps] That’s amazing. Thank you, JJ.

I’m just excited to be a part of this. The whole way here on the plane, I couldn’t sleep. I just kept thinking that I get to see my sister again. It’s, uh– well, there’s no words for how much it means to me.

Yeah, me too.

And look, I’m– I’m sorry that Mom and Dad aren’t here. I know that Mom’s having a hard time with all this, accepting that you’re her daughter, even with the DNA proof. But I know that deep down, she is happy for you. So am I. I’m just– I’m so happy to have you back. [gentle music]

For god’s sake, EJ, Whatever your personal issues with Brady, you know damn well he doesn’t deserve to be behind bars.

EJ, I– I told you that I wasn’t sure of my memory of seeing Brady behind the wheel. I am sure now it was Fiona. It wasn’t Brady.

I’m– I’m aware of your ever-changing account of events, Sarah, which makes you no more of a reliable eyewitness than a drunken Brady.

What the hell does that mean?

Let’s see. Brady couldn’t remember. Then he confessed. Then he unconfessed. And now he claims that he can remember and that he wasn’t, in fact, driving.

Then there you have it. What else do you need?

Oh, come on. You don’t see how I would be a tad bit skeptical about all this? I mean, really? I’m supposed to believe that Brady’s memory was somehow miraculously restored at precisely the same time as Sarah’s?

EJ, listen to me. Listen to what I’m saying. Why would I be putting all this effort into convincing you that my mother did this if it wasn’t true? You think I want to believe that she’s a monster?

Well, there has to be some reason behind Sarah changing her story the other day and why you two have suddenly become so desperate for me to release Brady. So until I know the whole truth, I will do no such thing.

Brady, when your car disappeared and EJ released you, you have no idea how relieved I was. And I’m so sorry that Xander tried to take the law into his own hands, but I put a stop to that, too.

Oh, you– you did. You did. Am I supposed to say thank you to you? Is that what you want to hear? Your son almost broke my legs for something that you did. As a matter of fact, I think I did– I did thank you. Do you remember how you replied? I do. You threw Sarah’s injury in my face. You made me feel like crap for hurting her when you knew it was what you had done. You remember that?

When I came to see you yesterday, I was so close to confessing everything. I– I know you don’t believe me. This secret has been killing me, Brady.

Fiona, do you really expect me to feel sorry for you?

No. No, I don’t. But I do want you to know that I care about you. We were two lost souls who found each other when we both needed someone. And that means so much to me. I had to pretend that I hated you because everybody thought you had injured my daughter-in-law. Truth is the only person I hate is myself. [sighs] – I’m sorry, Tate. If I had known who Fiona was, what she did, I would have said something sooner.

No, it’s OK. You couldn’t have known, Sophia. Nobody knew.

Oh my god. And Holly, she was so awful to you, trying to dig up dirt on your dad when he was innocent the whole time.

Yeah, but she didn’t know that, obviously.

True. But I wouldn’t be surprised if after all of this, she comes crawling back to you, apologizing like crazy now that she knows your dad isn’t the one who ran over her precious Aunt Sarah.

I doubt it. I mean, things did not end well, as you know. So we’ll see, I guess.

Yeah, we’ll see.

Hey, Holly.

JJ, hi. Oh, my god!

It’s so good to see you.

It’s great to see you. So good of you to come.

Are you kidding? I wouldn’t miss it.

OK, so are we all ready?

Yeah, I will be. You’re just going to have to bear with me. Uh, I am officially ordained, but I’m a novice at the whole marrying people deal.

Well, you’re going to kill it.

[chuckles] OK, let’s get this show on the road.

Oh, I just got to put on some music. I got to get my phone.

Oh, I got it. [tense music]

I’m excited.

Everything OK, Abby?

Yeah. No, everything’s OK. I think your phone is dead.

What? No, I had a full charge earlier.

Uh, it’s– it’s fine. Don’t worry about it. I have the perfect song on my phone.

Are you sure you’re OK? You look a little pale.

Yeah, I can get you some water.

No, nobody. You guys, stop fussing– stop fussing over me. I am a nervous bride. That’s all this is, nerves. [laughs]

EJ, this is ridiculous. I mean, it should be obvious why Sarah and I want Brady released. He’s– he’s my family and Sarah’s friend. And she feels just terrible that her false testimony got him here.

EJ, you can’t prosecute two suspects. You have to let one of them go.

I’ve already been forced to release Brady once. I’m not going to let him go again unless I’m % certain he is innocent.

Well, he is innocent. My mother is guilty. Didn’t the police take her statement?

Not yet.

Why the hell not?

It’s a little thing called due process. I think you’d be familiar. Ms. Cook is entitled to have her counsel present.

Well, whatever. Sarah remembers the accident. She remembers that my mother was driving. And now you tell me that Brady remembers, too. And I’ll– I’ll give you my testimony right now.

What testimony? You weren’t an eyewitness.

Not to the hit-and-run, but my mother just confessed to me right after I stopped her from pushing Sarah down the stairs to keep her quiet. How’s that for a witness? EJ, come on. It’s time to let this one go. Brady didn’t do it.

I am the victim of this crime. Brady does not deserve to be one, too. EJ, please. You have to let him go. – You really expect me to believe that you care about me? [tense music] You understand that if my brother hadn’t been so determined to get to the bottom of this, hadn’t pressured me to figure out what the hell happened that night and remember, the truth would have never come out? And you wouldn’t have said a word, would you?

[sobbing]

Oh, yeah, that’s what I thought.

Brady, no.

No, I don’t want to– listen. I don’t want to hear from you. I don’t want you to say anything to me. I don’t ever want to see your face again. And I’m so sorry that I met you.

Hey, can I ask a favor of you?

Of course, Tate, anything.

Well, I don’t know what the holdup is getting my dad cleared. But what you know about Fiona, maybe it could help in some way. So would you be willing to talk to the police about what happened between you two and possibly even testify if it comes to that?

Definitely. I would do anything for you, Tate. Anything to help you and your family.

Really? Wow. Thank you, Sophia.

You’re such a good son. You know that? Your dad is so lucky to have you.

I’m really lucky to have a friend like you. [gentle music]

I know that, uh, this isn’t the most conventional situation for a wedding. But I want you to know that it’s an honor and a privilege to be here because I love you both. And if this helps you find your way back to each other, then I’m beyond grateful that I can be a part of it.

We’re grateful for you. Thank you for doing this.

Yeah. Thank you, JJ.

Thank you for including me. It means the world to me. I mean that. Sorry, I got to consult the old cheat sheet here. OK, everybody ready?

Ready.

We are gathered here in the presence of this witness to join Chad Michael DiMera and Abigail Johanna Deveraux together in matrimony. The contract of marriage is the most solemn one– one not to be entered into lightly, but thoughtfully and seriously, and with the deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities. If there’s anyone here that can show a just cause of why this couple should not be lawfully joined together, let them speak now or forever hold their peace. [giggles] OK. Chad, please repeat after me. I, Chad, take you, Abigail, for my lawful spouse.

I, Chad, take you, Abigail, for my lawful spouse, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health as long as I live.

And Abigail, please repeat after me. I, Abigail, take you, Chad.

I, Abigail, take you, Chad, as my lawful spouse, to have and hold from this day forward–

–for better or worse, rich or poorer, in sickness and in health as long as I live.

Chad, please repeat after me as you put the ring on Abigail’s finger. With this ring, I thee wed.

With this ring, I thee wed.

And Abigail.

With this ring, I thee wed.

Now, by the power vested in me by the almighty internet, you are now lawfully married. You may kiss the bride.

Yay! [claps]

I wish I could say that my memories came flooding back.

But I, um, I can honestly say that I– I feel closer to you than I ever have before.

I can’t believe EJ just stormed out of here without saying anything. Maybe we should have told him everything.

You mean that his sister is blackmailing us and that you set out to kill Brady? No, baby, we cannot trust EJ with that information.

Of course, not.

Look, I think that EJ knows that he has to do the right thing. I just– I pray that that’s what he’s doing. [tense music]

Back again so soon.

Get up.

Why?

Today is your lucky day, that’s why. I’m dropping the charges against you.

Now get the hell out of my sight before I change my mind.

[bell rings]

Well, damn, I’m so sorry. Lunch is over. I talked so much that you didn’t even get a chance to eat.

It’s OK. I have work release anyway so I’ll just grab something then.

OK, great. Well, thank you so much for everything.

It’s no problem. And, hey, just let me know about talking to the police or testifying, whatever you need, OK?

OK.

See you later.

OK. See you.

Here we are.

Thank you.

And if I may, I’d like to make a toast to the bride and the groom. I have to admit, uh, that I was nervous about seeing you, Abigail, especially after the way Mom felt when she did. [gentle music] Now, I’m just sorry I didn’t reach out sooner, even if it was to video chat or talk to you on the phone.

My mother– oh, yes, I was talking on the phone to my brother, JJ. My mom had a hard time accepting that I was actually her daughter Abigail.

Wait, what do you mean? Didn’t you two just talk on the phone last night?

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Kate, are you in there? I wanted to talk to you about the script– oh, hey.

Hey. How’s the back?

It’s a lot better.

Yeah. No thanks to me.

Yeah, you definitely did a number on me yesterday.

Aw, I’m sorry about that.

Mm-hmm.

But I promise you I’ll be a little more gentle next time. [dramatic music]

But don’t be too gentle, OK?

No?

Hey, you cheating bitch!

[suspenseful music] [exhales heavily]

Cheating bitch.

[soft music]

Mm.

Morning.

Morning. [both chuckle]

Oy.

So much for that not happening again.

[sighs]

Huh.

Hey.

Hey, Sweetness. Thought you could use this.

Mm, aren’t you a godsend, as usual?

Mm. How’d the surgery go?

It was good. We anticipate a full recovery.

Well, we’re just lucky to have you.

Ah, thank you. But I can’t take all the credit. I have the very best team there is.

Hmm. Well, I hope that team didn’t include Dr. Mark Greene. [dramatic music]

No, Clyde, I haven’t left yet. I’m heading to the airport in a little while. Yeah, I get it. If I ever want to see my mother again, I have to fly to Paris and murder Chad DiMera.

[somber music]

[sighs] You lucky lady, Abby. [chuckles] I hope you know that you were so lucky…

To have a man love you like that. [sighs] Now he thinks he loves me like that.

Oh, my God, I don’t– I don’t know how I’m doing this to you, Chad. I don’t know. I don’t know. [door clicks open]

[sighs] Oh, my God. I didn’t know you had gone out.

Well, you know, I had to get a… bouquet for my bride. It is our wedding day, after all.

Oh.

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

[dramatic music]

Oh, good morning.

Good morning. I’m not interrupting, am I?

No, just sending a text to Felicity.

You didn’t come to bed last night.

Yeah, I– I just got busy blocking all those scenes and then passed out on the couch.

Oh, yeah, you must be so exhausted. These soap opera hours are worse than a baker’s.

I’ll be fine.

Yeah.

How about you? How’d you sleep?

Ah, well, besides missing you in bed last night, believe it or not, I actually got a full eight hours. I was so exhausted yesterday.

Right, yeah. Hey, how’s your– how’s your back?

Mm, it’s still a little bit stiff, but it’s actually feeling much better. Thanks for asking.

I’m glad to hear that.

Yeah. Yeah, I still cannot believe that tying my shoe is what took me out.

Yeah. Yeah, it’s always the– it’s always the thing you least expect that does a number on you.

So you have a problem with Mark Greene?

As a matter of fact, I do, Sweetness. I know how much you respect him. I mean, you trusted him to run the test on Abigail’s DNA, right?

Yeah, I did, because he’s a very competent physician. He’s incredibly thorough.

I got to tell you, my issue with Mark Greene is that test and the results.

Oh, come on. Just say it. What about the results?

Well, looks like Dr. Greene lied. He faked the results.

Why can’t you just hire a professional to take out Chad? I’m aware I’m cheap labor. But you’d think, for a job like this– No, I already told you. I understand what happens if I don’t cooperate. What if I get caught? What if I–what if I fail? I mean, my younger brother and sister, they depend on me. Don’t get caught. That’s your advice. Yeah, why didn’t I think of that? No, I don’t intend to tell my other sister anything. She’s busy wedding planning.

Oh, my goodness, they are so beautiful.

Yeah, they’re all your favorites. I mean, all of them. Or they used to be. I don’t know. Those work as a bouquet, right?

They’re perfect.

OK.

Yes, of course. It’s so thoughtful of you. [chuckles] It’s really nice.

Why are you crying? Something wrong?

No, no. Everything’s wonderful, amazing. I’m just– [sighs] I’m just feeling a lot today, obviously, you know. And I was looking at this picture of you and Abby and– I mean you and me. And… [sighs] We’re so happy.

Yeah, we were happy. It was our wedding day.

Yeah.

We’ll be that happy again, as happy as we were in that photo.

Mm.

We will.

I want that with you, Chad.

But I–

Chad, I’m not her.

[sighs] Oh, where is it?

What you looking for?

My bra. You seen it? [dramatic music]

I’m assuming this is yours.

Ah, thank you.

Thank you.

Seen my bracelet anywhere?

What’s it look like?

It’s plain gold. I must have left it in the living room. Why can’t I find anything? [sighs]

Steph, you all right?

Sure. Why wouldn’t I be?

I don’t know. You seem a little jumpy.

Jumpy?

Yeah, like you just tripped an alarm off in the middle of a bank robbery and now you’re waiting on the cops to show up.

No, I–I– [sighs]

What?

Well, you said it before. We agreed that we weren’t going to do this anymore.

We did. But then things happen.

Mistakes happen. And I think it’s best for both of us if we just–if we just forget this one ever did.

Steph, hang on–

[sighs]

Mm, can you zip me up? I’m still a little sore when it comes to twisting.

Sure.

[zipper scratches]

Thank you.

So you want to– want to drive to set together?

Oh, no. Actually, Kate wanted to make sure that my back was fully healed, so she postponed all my scenes until tomorrow.

All of them?

Yeah, you didn’t get the email?

No, I must have– honestly, I just– I haven’t even checked my email yet today.

Mm, well, I’m sure it’s in there.

Must be.

Hmm.

Well, hey, I guess that means I get a little more time to prepare for directing you and Alex in bed.

Right. Uh-huh, I guess so. And you are sure that you are still OK with that, hmm?

Yeah, of course.

OK, because you did just bring it up.

It was a joke.

OK. And you are sure that you are not feeling jealous again like at the photo shoot?

Jeal–I mean, yeah, what’s there even to be jealous about? You and Alex, it’s all just pretend, right?

Right. Comes with the job.

Yeah.

All right, so I will see you later.

If you’re not headed to set, then where you off to?

Oh, I was just gonna stop by the bakery, check in with Felicity, see if she needs anything. What about you? You want anything? You want a doughnut, bear claw, anything?

Just surprise me.

All right. Mwah. See you later.

So you think that Mark Greene lied about the test results.

Yes, I do.

[scoffs]

I do. Listen, baby, you know that I had this feeling that something was off with Abigail from the moment Chad and Jack found her.

Yeah, I was aware of that, but I thought that you were letting it go.

We couldn’t let it go, not with all the warning signs. I mean, she lied to Stephanie about talking to you on the phone. And when I asked her about it, she got defensive. And what about Jennifer’s reaction to seeing her, her own mother? So I came to the hospital yesterday, and I asked Dr. Greene to rerun the DNA test.

You did not. We talked about that. It is a violation of Abigail’s rights to run her DNA without her knowledge. You had no right to do that.

I didn’t have her DNA tested. I brought in new samples. And I told Dr. Greene they belonged to Abigail and Thomas.

But they didn’t?

No, they belonged to you and me. Dr. Greene was happy to run the test.

On our samples.

Yeah, but of course, he didn’t know that.

Well, what did he tell you the results were?

Turns out, it was a perfect match. According to Dr. Greene, you’re my mommy.

Look, Clyde, I have to go. Don’t want to miss my plane, right? But I need your assurance that the minute that Chad is taken care of and the widow DiMera transfers the money to your accounts that you’re gonna let our mother go. Sure, why wouldn’t I take your word for it?

Mark.

[laughs] There you are. Hey, just the person I wanted to see. You got my text, obviously.

Yeah.

Well, Felicity, there’s something I need to talk to you about.

Is it–is it about Abigail?

What do you mean you’re not her?

I– I have a different face, Chad. And I don’t have most of my memories. And the woman in that photo is not the same woman that you’re marrying today.

Well, I’m not the same either.

I mean, she and I, you and I, that– that photo was taken a long time ago. We’ve been through a lot since then. You know, some of it was bad, like losing you.

Chad.

But some of it was very, very good.

Look, it doesn’t matter to me what you look like or what you remember. All that really matters to me is you.

Are you sure about that?

Yes. And, look, you remember the most important part, which is that you love me, right? And we love each other.

Yeah, I remember our love…

OK, good.

Strongly and clearly.

Yeah, well…

You see it all over my face.

That’s why you wanted to get married today, right, so you could remember the rest?

Yeah, it is. I just–

Are you having second thoughts?

Look, I know you met my patient Abigail in the park the other day, but why do you think I want to talk to you about her? [light music]

Hey, Felicity, Dr. Greene.

Johnny, what’s going on?

Not much. Just, I’m sorry to bother you guys. I was just–I was looking for Chanel. She’s not in the bakery, is she, Felicity?

No, I haven’t seen her yet.

Hmm.

[sighs] Coffee?

No, I’m good. I–I should get to the office.

Which one?

Both, actually. I need to go check on some promotional materials for “Body & Soul,” and then I need to go to the mayor’s office to sit in on a planning meeting for the board.

Sounds like a busy morning.

Aren’t they all?

For you. I don’t know how you keep them all straight.

Honestly, I don’t know if I do. I’m surprised I haven’t had the mayor call a press conference to deny that Faith’s evil twin is poisoning the water supply in Pine View.

I’d like to see that.

[sighs]

Steph, you sure you don’t have a minute just to maybe have a little bite to eat?

No, I should go. This has been– Well, I’ll see you.

[chuckles] All right. [sighs] [dramatic music] [clears throat]

So Mark Greene told you that our DNA is a perfect match for mother and son?

That’s right. So it’s obvious that he faked the tests.

Look, I know that this looks terrible.

It is terrible.

But let’s not jump to conclusions.

What other conclusion could there be?

I don’t know.

You know, there is one way to prove if Mark Greene really did fake both tests.

How?

Well, he mentioned that the lab still had the original samples from Abigail and Jack.

So if I reran those tests–

Well, you said you wouldn’t do that. You were adamant about it.

I wasn’t gonna steal a sample from Abigail. But since she consented to give us that sample in the first place, I am just going to rerun the test, proving the authenticity of the original sample. It won’t be a violation of anything.

OK, so you’re gonna do it?

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, I’ll do– I’ll do it myself.

OK, the sooner, the better, baby.

Yeah, OK. I’m on it. Can’t wait.

Of course I still want to marry you.

[laughs]

Of course I do. Of course I do.

Whew, great.

I just– [sighs] I’m just feeling a lot. That’s all.

Well, yeah, that I can see. I can see that, yeah.

Did I not used to be this much of a basket case?

No, you always– you had–always had a big heart.

Oh. Oh, wow. That is a yes. Oh, wow.

[laughs] No, it’s not.

Oh, no.

Look, what I’m–

You don’t have to act in a certain way. And you don’t–you certainly don’t have to second-guess any of your feelings.

I’ll take you any way I can get you.

[chuckles]

Good, cause you’re getting me, all of this. [laughs]

Good. Well, I mean good because, you know, we’re–we’re all set. Everything’s paid for. Holly’s on her way back from seeing her mom. Officiant is on the way. You got the dress?

I do.

You can’t say that yet.

Oh, my goodness. I mean I have the dress…

Good.

And the bouquet. Thank you.

Mm-hmm.

In less than an hour, you’re gonna be my wife.

[phone ringing]

Hey, Chanel. Bye, Chanel.

[sighs]

[chuckles]

Oh.

Huh?

What?

[laughs] You and Stephanie? Since when?

Ah, it just sort of happened.

OK.

Well, when you were late to set the other day, I asked her to run lines with me.

Oh, for the love scene, huh?

That’s right.

Well, I guess they call that method acting.

[chuckles] That’s what I said. Anyway, we’re just friends, with the occasional benefit.

OK, whatever, whatever, OK? You are just my fictional boyfriend. So whatever you do in your personal life, in your real life, is not my business.

Well, I appreciate that. Thank you. But you said you wanted to talk to me in private. So what’s going on?

Yeah, I’m sorry for the cryptic message. It’s just that Johnny’s birthday is next week, and I want to throw him a surprise party.

Huh.

And I need your help. [soft music]

Chanel hasn’t been by Sweet Bits at all?

Not today.

Did she text you that she was stopping by?

No, sorry.

Nah, that’s all good. We must have just got our signals crossed. Well, thanks anyway. [light music]

Hey, tell me again why you brought up Abigail before.

I know who she reminds me off.

Who?

Mom.

[phone ringing]

It’s your Uncle Steve.

I mean, you can answer it if you want.

I don’t need that negativity.

What do you mean? What negativity? [tense music]

[clears throat] He called last night.

What did he want?

Just wanted to check in, see if you… had any more memories come back. And I told him we were getting married. He expressed his concern.

Oh, he still doesn’t trust me from the whole phone call mix-up.

Whatever, I don’t know what his problem is. I don’t care. You and I, we’re getting married. There’s nothing he can do to change that.

[chuckles]

Oh, you’re taking my clothes off already. You have to wait till we say I do.

Chad, it’s Steve. Listen, as soon as you get this message, you need to call me back. It’s urgent. It’s extremely urgent. Please call me back.

[dramatic music] [both moan and chuckle]

What?

No, it’s dumb.

No, say it. What?

Nothing.

What?

No, I just think I’ve… watched too many Disney movies with Charlotte.

[laughs] Oh, like where a kiss from a handsome prince has magical powers and suddenly she wakes up or gets all of her memories back?

I told you it was dumb.

No, it’s sweet. It’s sweet.

[clears throat]

And no, my memories didn’t come flooding back. But it was a very, very nice kiss. [chuckles] It’s, like, full-body feels. Like, my heart starts racing, and my cheeks get all flushed, and I just– it’s these moments where I feel– [sighs] I feel like I can remember everything that we had before, you know?

Everything?

[chuckles] Mostly I feel what a lucky lady I was–I am to have such an amazing man like you.

I’m the lucky one.

Hmm.

I want to kiss you a lot. But I have to go get ready. [laughs] Mwah.

See you at the altar.

Mwah. Yes.

[door slams]

Well?

I reran the tests.

And?

I used Jack and Abigail’s original samples. And…they do not match.

You’re sure?

Yeah. There is no way that those two people are related, which means–

That’s not our girl.

No. Whoever that woman is is not Abigail.

I’m sorry, baby.

Yeah, so am I.

I know how much you wanted it to be true.

Yeah. Poor Jack and Chad.

Yeah. OK, well, we’ll deal with that as soon as we can. But you know what else this means?

It means that Mark Greene falsified the results. Why?

So Abigail reminds you of Mom, huh?

Yeah.

Yeah, I can see that now that you mention it. Some of her mannerisms are kind of similar.

Yeah.

Anyway, the reason I wanted to talk to you is because I wanted to let you know that I have to go out of town for a little while. There’s some business I have to take care of overseas that has to do with Mom and Dad’s estate. Something I have to clear up. [light music]

[sighs]

I miss them.

So do I. Anyway, I’m not gonna be gone for very long. But while I’m out of the country, you’re in charge of Aaron, OK?

I love you, Feliss.

Love you too.

And I hope you know there’s nothing I wouldn’t do for you or for this family.

[sighs]

You want my help throwing Johnny a party. Why? Can’t you just get somebody from the mansion staff to help you?

Well, the party is not at the mansion.

Where is it?

Well, I thought it would be fun to have it on set.

On set, on, like, the “Body & Soul” set?

Yeah.

Why?

[laughs] Well, that’s the only place I could think of that would surprise him. And I don’t trust anyone at the mansion to not tip him off.

Ah.

Although he’s so focused with work that I doubt he would notice it anyway.

Oh, focused on work and on us.

Yeah. Yeah, unfortunately, he is still a little bit… tense about having to direct us in a love scene.

Hmm.

I thought he was over it. But then this morning, I was getting this vibe.

What, like a jealous vibe?

Mm, a vibe like he doesn’t fully trust me around you.

But I mean, he knows nothing’s going on between us, right?

Yeah, of course. But even still, I think it’s still triggering for him, knowing that he’s gonna have to direct us in that love scene.

Ah.

[sighs] So… I thought that maybe it would be nice to just throw him a party on set. That way, he realizes that the set is a friendly place, you know?

Yeah, for sure. You’re a damn good wife, Chanel.

Well, I try.

Mm. Whatever you need, I’m here for you.

All right. Well, thank you.

Of course.

All right, so I will come up with a plan, and then I will reach out to you and let you know, OK?

Sounds good. Yeah, I just want everybody to feel comfortable too.

All right.

I’ll see you on set.

[groans, sighs] [soft music]

And I can trust you to keep this to yourself, right?

Of course. Johnny will not hear a word about this from me.

Good. Because my husband is totally clueless.

Well, let’s keep it that way.

[groans]

[unsettling music]

[light music]

Felicity, hey.

Hi, Chanel.

So, hon, I need to ask you a favor. I’m throwing Johnny a surprise party next week, and I wanted to see if maybe you could help me with the cake.

OK.

All right, nice.

Oh, and Johnny was here just looking for you.

Oh.

Oh, is this what I think it is? Ah. Oh. [dramatic music] Oh, Alex. What am I gonna do about you?

Johnny, hi.

Hi.

Hey, we just got these promotional posters in. Nice shot of Chanel and Alex, huh?

Yeah, great.

Yeah. Well, I’m gonna make some calls and figure out where we’re gonna place these.

OK, see you.

Yeah. [tense music]

[phone ringing]

Is this Mrs. Chad DiMera?

[sighs] Not yet, but I will be soon. I’m a complete wreck about it.

Hey, I know this is a big step. But just remember, the second that you two tie the knot, we get Mom back.

I know. I keep reminding myself of that. But it’s–[scoffs] It’s really hard, Mark. I mean, I feel horrible about what we’re doing to Chad. It’s so awful. He’s such a great man. He does not deserve this.

Don’t tell me you’re starting to have real feelings for this guy.

Yes? No?

Yes. Yes, actually, I am. [scoffs] I see how much he loved his wife, how kind and generous and passionate he is. And how could I not have feelings for him? How could I not feel horrible about how we are deceiving him?

I know how hard this is for you.

You need to stay focused on the job at hand, OK?

I know. I know. [sighs] Don’t worry. The officiant’s on his way. Everything will be fine. Oh, yesterday when we got interrupted, you were trying to tell me something. There’s something that Clyde wants you to do?

Don’t worry about that. It’s not important.

Mark Greene and whoever this woman really is who’s pretending to be Abigail, they need to be stopped.

This is just awful.

Yeah, it’s awful. Now, I’m gonna contact Jada, of course, but our first priority is stopping Chad before he marries that woman. I tried to talk him out of it yesterday, but he wouldn’t listen.

OK, I’ll do everything I can to get ahold of him.

All right. All right, babe.

[sighs]

[music intensifies]

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Days Transcript Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Posted on October 15, 2024November 8, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[dramatic music]

[door slams]

Johnny, hey. Hey, where have you been? I texted you, like, a million times.

I know. I know. I’m–I’m sorry. I was busy shooting the rest of today’s scenes. What–what– what happened to you?

Oh, God, you’re not gonna believe it. I somehow threw my back out.

How’d that happen?

[sighs]

Hey, Steph.

Jada, thank you so much for meeting me. ,::, Are you sure that I’m not taking you away from Rafe?

Oh, yeah. He turned in a while ago. Actually, he’s probably up reading his, like, ,-page book on Oppenheimer. He just watched the movie, and now he’s obsessed.

Aw. I’m so glad he’s doing OK.

Yeah. He’s doing very well.

Oh, I’m so glad.

Mm-hmm. So…what’s up?

Well, to be honest, I’m actually kind of freaking out. I–I just had to talk to someone. I don’t know what to do about–

About what? Stephanie, what happened?

[sighs] I had sex with Alex. [light music]

“And that smile, oh, that smile, as sweat slides down his”– oh, wait, wait. First Faith says to him, “‘I love you, Alex– Arrow.’ “Then Arrow rips off his shirt, “buttons flying everywhere, as we zoom in on those washboard abs.” [knock at door] Ay. I’m coming. Coming. Oh, my God, Hattie! No, no, no, no, no, no, no. [jazzy music] [crickets chirping]

[sighs] [tense music]

I don’t believe it. I mean, when–when you said that maybe Fiona was the one that was driving the car that hit Sarah, I didn’t think there was any way in hell that that could be possible, but now…

Brady. Brady!

[groans] What’s go–what’s going on?

I think I hit someone.

Yeah.

Now I’m positive.

She was the one behind the wheel. I wasn’t the one driving the car. It was Fiona.

What are you doing?

What I have to do. You’re the only one that knows the truth.

No, that’s not true. Eric knows. He’s onto you.

He doesn’t know anything. I’m sorry, my dear. You know I’m very fond of you, but you are about to have a terrible accident.

You can’t do this! No, stop!

I’m not doing anything. Someone will find you at the bottom of the stairs. Maybe Maggie. Maybe my son. And they’ll just assume you lost control of the chair.

No! Oh, God, no! Please stop!

Such a pity. Such a pity.

No!

But I suppose no one will be the wiser.

No!

Except for me.

Oh, Xander, thank God.

What the hell is going on here, Mum? Why are you threatening to kill my wife?

I–she–

Because she–she’s the one that put me in this chair. She doesn’t want anybody to find out. That’s why.

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

[sighs] You are not gonna believe this, Johnny.

Try me.

So on the way to set earlier, there was a little extra time, so I went and I stopped by Sweet Bits. And then on my way back, I bent down to tie my shoe, and then all of a sudden, my back, it just went out.

Just like that, huh?

Yeah. Crazy, right? I mean, I’ve never had any issues with my back before. And you know how much of a yogi I am. So it was just really bad timing. And then Abe and Kate, they ended up having to cancel my love scenes with Alex for today. No choice.

I know. I heard.

Yeah, we didn’t even get a chance to rehearse them. [dramatic music]

[door clicks open]

Chanel, I–

Hey there, Chanel, Johnny boy. What’s going on, girl? How you feeling?

[sighs]

[light music]

You–you slept with Alex?

I know. I know.

Hey, I am not judging, OK? I just thought that you both agreed that you wouldn’t, you know, go there.

No, we did. We did agree.

Hmm. So then how did this–

I–I was at the hospital earlier to do some PR work for “Body & Soul.”

Mm-hmm.

And Chanel was running late. So–

So?

So Alex asked me to rehearse this love scene with him in the hospital room.

Oh, I see. So he pulled the whole, come have sex– I mean come rehearse this love scene with me?

[sighs] Exactly.

Mm.

And, well, one thing… led to another.

Mm. Wait, wait, wait, wait. Wait a minute. Wait a minute. Are you telling me you guys slept together on set on the hospital bed?

Yeah. We did. Oh, Jada, my God, what was I thinking?

I guess you weren’t thinking.

No. And neither was Alex. [both sigh]

I remember. [tense music] I was–I was–I was in the passenger seat of the car during–during the night of the accident. Fiona must have moved me and put me in the driver’s seat when she took me home that night.

Just like I said.

Just like you said.

I don’t believe it. All this time, I thought I was guilty, Eric. I was ready to go to prison for a decade.

[sighs] You know what? Thank God you remembered just in the nick of time. I mean, another hours, and you would’ve accepted that plea.

[sighs] I got to thank you. Brother, thank you. If it wasn’t for you, I never would have known that I was– that I wasn’t the one driving that night, that I wasn’t the one that hit her, I wasn’t the one that left her there. I would have never known that I was innocent of this if it hadn’t been for you.

Get away from my wife.

Xander, darling, please listen to me.

No, you listen to me. Get away from her now! Darling, sweetheart. Tell me, what–what happened?

Brady wasn’t driving. It was her. It was your mother.

What?

It’s true, baby. It was. I remember. I remember seeing her in the driver’s seat.

Darling, are you– are you absolutely sure?

I’m sure. Besides, she admitted it.

Mum… is this true?

Yes. It’s true. I’m the one that hit Sarah.

What does she think I’m doing, writing a Facebook post? This is a soap opera. And Leo Stark, the artist formerly known as Lady Whistleblower, is the very busy head writer. [knock at door] No way, Hattie. I’m on a deadline here.

Leo–

No time to schmooze or, worse, be raked over the coals.

Leo, open the door.

And the last time I saw you, you threatened my life.

Leo, Leo, it isn’t Hattie. It’s Dr. Evans. [quirky music]

Dr. Evans? As in Marlena?

Mm-hmm.

No, no, no. I am not falling for that bait and switch again.

Come on, Leo. What are you talking about? It’s me, I promise.

OK. If you really are Dr. Evans, then what’s the answer to this question that only my therapist would know?

OK, go ahead.

What was the name of my best friend at sleepaway camp? Wrong! I didn’t have any friends until I was . And I only spent one night at sleepaway camp before I had a panic attack and my mother had to drive eight hours through the Adirondacks to pick me up.

You didn’t give me a chance to answer.

Oh. I guess I didn’t, did I? OK, then. What was the working title of the book I wanted to write, thought about writing, but then realized nobody would want to read?

Oh… “This is My Life So Far: A Tale of Charm and Chutzpah.”

OK. And what is the name of the doctor that I had the hots for but he turned out to be straight as an arrow?

Mark Greene.

Dr. Evans, it really is you.

I tried to tell you.

I’m sorry. Ow, I’m sorry. I thought you were Hattie. She was incensed with me over these death scenes I wrote at “Body & Soul” where Charlemagne falls stories down an elevator shaft, screaming the entire way down. [sighs] I am telling you, this show is messing with my head. I am up all night every night, eating muesli and watching old telenovelas. Is that why you’re here, because I’ve been seen muttering to myself all over town?

No, but we should talk about that. But “Body & Soul” is the reason I’m here.

Mm, I’m feeling a little doped up, actually. The muscle relaxers that Kayla gave me are working. My back is feeling a little bit better. But…[sighs] I’m really, really sorry, you guys.

Hey, it’s not your fault. I’m just glad you’re OK. I would have come to check on you sooner, but I had to do those scenes with Bonnie.

Alex, you seem to be in a particularly good mood today.

Yeah?

Yeah.

Well, I mean, I guess Bonnie being so elated that she’s not getting fired kind of rubbed off on me.

Right.

Anyway, Kate said that she would reschedule our love scenes for when you’re feeling a little bit better.

Yeah. Yeah, we’ll see how I feel after these meds wear off. But Kayla says that I should be feeling better by tomorrow.

Great! Great. You guys will be undressing each other in no time.

[chuckles]

[light music]

OK, let’s put this in perspective here. Like I said before, it’s not like this came out of the blue. I mean, you guys were in a relationship before, so, you know, there’s some chemistry there, right?

Yeah, yeah, but Alex was so adamant about, “I think it’s best if we’re just friends.”

Well, he obviously changed his mind.

I don’t know if he did.

Obviously, he did. [laughs]

Mm.

So what did he say after it happened?

Well, we didn’t even get a chance to talk about it. I had to go deal with a PR crisis. And our now former star Hattie stormed off the set without filming her exit scene.

Oof, so you had to make sure that news didn’t get out, right?

Exactly. [sighs] Jada, my whole job is containing fallout. So why am I so bad at doing it in my own life?

I– I don’t understand this. [dramatic music] You were driving the car? [baby crying]

Oh, my sweetheart. She sounds upset. Let me go and take care of–

Sarah, would you– [baby crying] Would you go and see to Victoria? My mother and I, we need… a moment alone.

Because before she tells the cops what happened…

She’s gonna tell the whole story to me.

My father, he fought tooth and nail for me from the beginning, even when I didn’t want to fight for myself. I mean, the facts seemed apparent. But you, you– you knew something was– was wrong about that night, and you kept digging. Eric, if–if you hadn’t– if you hadn’t told me that Fiona and I left that bar that night together, I probably wouldn’t have remembered anything.

Listen, I’m sorry. I’m sorry that Fiona betrayed you the way she did.

[sighs]

Crazy thing is, is I actually– I actually cared about her. I leaned on her when this whole thing happened.

Yeah.

She was the one that told me not to go to the police. And I didn’t understand that at the time, but I sure as hell do now.

Fiona’s living in her own hell.

[sighs] You know she came to visit me? She told me that she had something to confess. I wonder if she was gonna tell me the truth.

Well, obviously, she didn’t.

No, she didn’t, because Kristen– Kristen barged in and interrupted the whole–

Oh, Kristen. Kristen, she said that she was– she was gonna get me out of here. God knows what she’s planning, Eric.

All right, you know what? Stop worrying about Kristen. We’re gonna get you out of here, Brady. And Fiona, she’s gonna pay.

So you’re telling me that after you hit Sarah and left her for dead, you just–you, what, you– you dragged a drunken Brady into the driver’s seat and let him take the fall for you?

I panicked, Xander. I was desperate. And it’s not as though I meant to hit Sarah. It was an accident.

Oh, you–you drove drunk. You knew you were drunk!

I was a hell of a lot more sober than Brady.

Oh. Oh, wow. Really? Yes. Yes, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, please bear in mind that the drunk driver was ever so slightly less sloshed than the drunk passenger.

Listen to me, Xander. After it happened, I did stay with Sarah. I was going to call for help. Really, I was. I had my phone in my hand. And then you arrived. I’m not a monster. I would never have left her there.

But you did leave her there!

[sobs]

You fled the scene! And pinned it on an innocent man. I mean– and then you made yourself completely indispensable to us, never once letting on that– that you were responsible for all Sarah’s suffering! I mean, my God, I– I almost broke Brady’s legs with a baseball bat. I was gonna murder him!

And I stopped you.

Yeah, you stopped it. But you’re still too much of a coward to tell me the truth.

I couldn’t tell you.

Why the hell not?

Because of you.

You’re here because of “Body & Soul,” not because of that unpaid invoice? Because I’m good for it.

No! No, no, no. Abe called and said that you had something important to discuss with me. And he said you had left him a long-winded text.

Let’s see. Sorry, I was so busy with these last-minute product placements.

Mm.

Arrow eats a KIT KAT bar while doing crunches. Oh, Faith feeds a shirtless Arrow some milk of magnesia in bed. Aha! Here it is.

Finally.

OK, so as we all know, Hattie was, like, a total prima donna who complained endlessly and was a real pain in the tush.

Oh.

So we had to kill her off. But she stormed off the set in true diva fashion before we taped her very dramatic death scene but not before cursing out production and taking a bunch of little sandwiches with her from the lunch buffet.

[laughing] Oh, no!

Yeah, “oh, no,” is right. And now yours truly has to come up with a solution. I mean, we were prepared for this possibility. But a bunch of people chitchatting about the death of a very important character off camera, it’s just so undramatic, you know?

Mm.

Especially when we have… alternatives.

Well, if you have some alternatives, that– [jazzy music] No. You–you don’t want me to talk to Hattie, do you?

No, no!

Oh. [laughs]

We do not want to be tangling with Hattie. This is a much simpler ask. Dr. Evans, we need you to fall down an elevator shaft.

What’s the matter, G? You don’t seem very happy about me and Alex getting back to work.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no. I just–I just don’t– I don’t want you to rush into anything. You know, your health is more important than this job.

I know, I know, but everybody is counting on me. And plus, you know, it costs money every time they have to move scenes around.

Well, that is very thoughtful of you to be so, you know, concerned about the budget.

Mm. All right, you–you OK to get Chanel home?

Yeah, yeah. I think I’m good.

OK, cool.

Yeah.

Get well, champ.

I will.

All right.

[sighs] That was nice of him to stop by.

Johnny, you– you seem a little off.

What? Off? No, I’m–I’m–I’m not off. [dramatic music]

Yeah, you are, OK? So come on, Johnny. Tell me. What’s wrong?

[sighs]

Steph, I am happy to be your sounding board. Really, I am. But I feel like– don’t you think you should be talking to Alex about this, not me?

And I will. I will.

Mm-hmm.

I’m just– I’m just a bit rattled. Actually, freaked out is more like it.

I know, I know, but look, look, look. Like I said before, look, you slept with a guy that you used to go out with. It’s not exactly a scandal. And hey, it–it might be the start of something great.

Yeah. Yeah, maybe. But what if it isn’t? What if this completely ruins our friendship?

Then it wasn’t a very good friendship, was it?

Hold on a minute. [dramatic music]

What? What is it?

Sarah–Sarah told the police that she remembered that I was the one driving the car. Why would she do that? I mean, is she protecting Fiona?

No. I talked to Sarah. She had no idea that you and Fiona were even together.

Then I don’t understand.

I don’t want you to worry about that right now. We’ll get to the bottom of that eventually. But right now, we need to– we need to get Fiona behind bars, where she belongs.

You’re blaming me for this?

No, of course not. Xander, please, try and understand. You’re the only good thing that I ever had in my life. And I’ve fouled it all up, almost from the get-go. One minute, I was feeding you porridge and reading you “Peter Rabbit,” and the next minute, I was on some bender and too ashamed to come home and face my little boy. I knew I was a terrible mother. You’d have been better off without me.

Oh. Oh, is that what you told yourself?

I did. Yes. For every year that we were apart.

And then when Sarah invited me to your wedding, I thought it would be my second chance.

And it was a privilege to see you as a grown man, so handsome and so accomplished, and your lovely wife and–and sweet little Victoria, who’s just as heavenly as you were.

All this time, I– you know, I always thought I took after Dad, Titus… the felon, the–the black sheep.

Turns out, he wasn’t my father at all.

But I am your son, aren’t I? The liar, the reprobate.

Well, at least you’re not an addict. You were spared that. If only I could have resisted.

Resisted what, the siren song of– what was that horrible pub called? The Queen’s Head. Or are you talking about how you’re still on the bottle?

Xander, I was sure that if you knew I’d relapsed, you would never forgive me.

I understand that addiction is an illness, one that you’ve struggled with your whole life. And so yeah, you– you did what addicts sometimes do. You fell off the wagon.

But you didn’t have to drive drunk. And you didn’t have to leave Sarah lying in the street. And you didn’t have to frame an innocent man.

Xander–

See, that’s what I’ll never understand! That’s what I’ll never forgive.

[sighs]

And you’re absolutely sure your memory of the account is correct, Brady? [dramatic music]

Well, I like that you’re so confident. But unfortunately, I’m gonna need a little bit more than just your say-so. Look, this case is going to depend on credible eyewitness testimony.

Go talk to Fiona.

Talk to Sarah.

I believe you’ll find all the proof you need.

Xander, please. You have to understand how desperate I was, a lifetime of feeling bereft.

You know, I might be more inclined to feel something for you, Mum, if I hadn’t just… walked in on you trying to murder the love of my life!

Oh, stop it! I wasn’t actually going to do it.

You threatened to push her down the stairs, on the heels of everything else you’ve done to her!

I know myself.

You sounded determined to me!

I wouldn’t have done it!

I wasn’t thinking clearly. I was panicked.

Right. Course. A lifetime of excuses.

I’m so ashamed of myself. I really am.

Well, I’m just surprised that all that shame hasn’t compelled you to– oh, I don’t know– cut and run. Isn’t that what you usually do?

I should have.

But I couldn’t bear to lose you. [crying] Please.

You’re gonna have to bear it, Mum, because you have lost me now. For good.

[sobs]

Forever.

Look, I have already told Abe, in words that dogs and cats understand, I do not want to be in this production.

Oh, come on. It’s just one scene. [jazzy music] You know, if you’re not interested, we’re talking to… Diane Keaton.

[laughs] No, you’re not.

OK, we’re not. But will you do it, pretty please with sugar on top?

Why didn’t Abe ask me about this?

Because, as you said, you already turned him down once. And he thought you might be more receptive to my overtures, given that we have such a wonderful– well, I don’t know that it’s a friendship, per se. You are my therapist. But we have a great rapport, don’t we?

I suppose.

Look, it’ll take all of an hour. The set is down the hall from your office. We could do this on your lunch break. Think about it. You say a few lines. you fall on a mattress. Bing, bang, boom, your acting career begins and ends in the span of eating a poke bowl.

You just don’t quit, do you?

I am bad at so much, but I’m good at being persistent. I’m also really annoying about it. Plus, we are on a shoestring budget. But the fans will go ballistic if they don’t get to see Charlemagne plunge to her untimely death.

If you don’t want to do it for Abe or for the show, would you do it for me?

[scoffs] Nothing. Nothing is wrong. It’s just–just been a– oh, it has been a long day. I’m wiped.

You sure?

Yes. I’m sure. Let’s just– let’s go home, hmm?

OK. Because, you know, before, you seemed like you were OK with the whole love scene thing. But just now, I was…

Was–was what?

Getting a vibe from you.

A vibe?

Mm-hmm.

What sort of vibe?

Like a jealousy vibe.

Jealousy? No. No, there’s–what’s there to be jealous about? It’s not like you and Alex are actually having sex, right? [dramatic music]

Alex. Hey.

Hey, I was literally just texting you. Yeah, I was wondering if maybe we could talk about what happened. We just wrapped a little while ago, and… if it’s not a good time–

No. I think it’s a good idea. [soft music]

OK.

Ouch.

Sorry about that. Do you–do you need anything else?

Yeah, you.

[chuckles]

Coming to bed?

No, no, I’ve actually– I’ve got a bunch of scenes I have to block for tomorrow, so…

Oh, OK.

Yeah.

I guess.

All right.

Johnny?

Hmm?

Could you get me a pill before I go to bed so I’m not tossing and turning all night?

Sure, yeah. I’ll get you a glass of water.

OK. Thank you.

What are husbands for, right? [dramatic music]

[sighs] Can I get you anything? Tea, glass of vino?

No, I’m good.

OK.

How about we just talk?

OK, yeah, let’s– let’s talk. Steph, I hope you know that when I asked you to rehearse those scenes, I wasn’t, like, trying to–

Oh–oh, no. I–I do know. And neither was I.

OK. All right, I just got a little too caught up in the scene. [both chuckle] A little too method.

Oh, of course.

Yeah.

Leo Stark. I mean, who knew he was such a romantic?

[laughs]

Take notes, Nicholas Sparks.

Oh, right? No wonder Johnny was so worried about Chanel and me, not that that would ever, ever happen between her and I. You know, it’s not like you and me. [soft music]

Look, let’s address the elephant in the room. Clearly, we have a physical attraction. There’s always been. But we both know that that’s not enough to build a relationship on.

Right. No, it–it definitely is not. [clears throat]

And–and you said it yourself. You just want to be friends.

Well, that’s what you want, right?

I think that’s for the best. Don’t you?

Absolutely. I messed up a lot of things, Steph. You know, I don’t want to– I don’t want to do that again. And it took us a very long time to get back to this place.

Right. Right, and we both know that… this, you know, being physically involved like we were, demonstrative…

[sighs]

It’s a–it’s a high-wire act, to say the least. And I value our friendship too much to risk it.

I’ll say it one more time. I don’t want to do this.

I know you don’t. But think of it this way. I will spend so much less time on your couch kvetching about what a failure my TV career was before it even began.

Leo, I am psychologically astute. And I am immune to manipulation. That’s what I do for a living. So this–this emotional blackmail will not work on me.

What about bribery? Just throw out a number.

[sighs]

You know, we have spent so much time arguing about why I won’t do this. In that amount of time, we could have done the scene. So I guess I concede.

What? Whoa, whoa, wait. Was that a yes?

That’s a yes.

Oh, my God! Dr. Evans, you are the greatest! Oh, thank you. Thank you.

OK, OK. But there–there is one thing. And this is very serious. I will only do one scene. My twin, Samantha, was the actress in the family. She was the thespian. I am not. I am–I am just a psychiatrist.

And a brilliant one at that.

Yeah. [phone rings] Oh, oh. Sorry. Hold on. Yeah. Hey, is everything all right?

Mom, hi. I was wondering, can you come down to the police station? There’s some good news that Brady and I want to share with you.

Sure. I’ll be right there.

Great.

[sighs] I don’t–I don’t know. Are you sure we should start telling people? I mean, what if–what if–

No, no, no. There’s no what-ifs. Brady, I have no doubts that all the charges against you are gonna be dropped.

[sighs] All right. OK.

You know, I wonder sometimes whether or not Xander knew if his mother was involved all along. [dramatic music]

He was so angry, Eric. He literally wanted to kill me. No, he had no idea.

Yeah, well, we’re about to find out. And he’s gonna find out the hard way.

You know, Mum, the– the rage I felt towards Brady, I– The way I feel now, it feels nothing like that.

‘Cause this isn’t just rage. It’s–

It’s shock and disgust, heartache, shame.

Never in my life did I think I’d have to call the cops on my own mother.

You don’t have to.

Detective Hunter, are you–

I’m up to speed. Fiona Cook, you’re under arrest. [handcuffs clinking]

[dramatic music]

[liquid pouring]

Can you believe it, Nonno? I walked in on my wife– my wife– having sex with her on-screen costar. And what do they do? They act like nothing even happened. Hmm. They lie right to my face, mocking me, humiliating me.

Ah! I was gonna confront her at the hospital. Then I realized there’s not really any point. It’s not like she would admit it. [scoffs] Chanel made me feel like a complete fool for being jealous at all. Well, turns out, I was right. Hmm. I was right, damn it! [glass shatters]

I’m really glad we talked.

Me too. [soft music]

I guess I should probably let you get to bed, then, huh?

Yeah. Yeah, that’s a good– [yawns] Yeah, I’m beat.

Yeah. Yeah, me too. Maybe I’ll see you tomorrow.

Maybe.

Good night.

Good night, Alex.

Abe? Marlena said she is on board. Isn’t that the greatest news? No, just one scene. She was very, very firm. However, I do have an idea to bring Charlemagne back from the dead– I mean, someday, I mean. Yeah, yeah, I guess we’ll see. [jazzy music] [laughter]

This is such wonderful news!

Yes, it is, which we wanted to tell you in person.

[sighs]

I’m glad you did. I’ll hug you, too, as soon as you get your bracelets off. [laughter]

Right. I know. I can’t–I can’t believe it. It’s like I’m getting ten years of my life back just like that.

You know, I understand why Sarah was so confused. She said that the person she saw behind the wheel, she thought was somebody she knew. So I–I assumed it was you. I’m so sorry. [dramatic music]

You two have been there for me every step of the way. And naturally, look, I’m relieved that it wasn’t me. It wasn’t me that hit Sarah. It wasn’t me that put her in that chair. But now I have to– I got to stay the course, and I got to stay in treatment. And I– I just want to make the most of this second chance that I’ve been given.

You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to you.

[sniffles] Sarah, I–

I thought I was doing a good deed by having you come to Salem. I–I trusted you with my daughter. I was grateful to you. What an idiot I am.

I don’t know what to say. I’m so, so sorry.

Not as sorry as I am.

Let’s go.

Believe it or not– believe it or not, I– I really do love you.

Let’s go.

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Days Transcript Monday, October 14, 2024

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[siren wailing] [soft music]

Chad, how’s the City of Light?

It’s hard to complain about Paris.

Well, especially when you’re there with someone you love, huh? Yeah, Julie told me you took Abigail on a little impromptu trip.

Yeah, thought it might spur some memories.

Oh, so how’s that going? Did anything come back to her?

Nothing concrete.

Oh, well… she remembered something, then, huh?

Look, Steve, I appreciate your concern, but I know why you’re calling. You’re still suspicious of Abby, aren’t you? [dramatic music] [romantic accordion music] ,::,

Hey, Mark, it’s me. I have news.

Chad and I are getting married. – Wow. That was fast.

I know. I didn’t expect it to come together so soon, but I– I know how high the stakes are. Every time I think about Mom, I just– mm, I don’t have to tell you that everything I’m doing, all of this is for Mom. [suspenseful music]

Kristen has a cure for Sarah’s paralysis? An actual cure?

Well, I didn’t believe it at first either.

Well, what about the swelling on the spine? The doctors–

Every specialist I talked to agrees with the doctors at University Hospital that… Sarah’s chances of walking again–

Are remote. I know. So what does Kristen know that the doctors don’t?

It’s not what. It’s who–Wilhelm Rolf.

That lunatic? He really has something that can help?

Yeah, apparently, it’s some kind of serum, but Kristen will give it to us–for a price.

[laughs] So what is the price?

[sighs] She demanded that we get the charges against Brady dropped. [dramatic music]

Oh. [siren wailing]

[sighs]

How are you holding up?

Hey, I’m fine. But I assume by the look on your face, you heard that I made a deal with the DA, right?

Ten years. I know.

Don’t worry about it. I mean, by the time I’m released, Sarah’s still gonna be in her wheelchair. So if you’re here to talk me out of it, Eric, it’s not gonna–

No, Brady. I’m here to talk to you about you and Fiona.

[echoing] Was Fiona the hit-and-run driver? Did you know that Brady and Fiona were sleeping together? Fiona and Brady were together the night of your accident.

No. No, it can’t be.

[tires screeching] Oh, my God. [door clicks open]

It was you.

Sarah? What are you talking about?

I know. I finally remember who was driving that night. It was you.

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

Sarah, dear, are you just waking up from a nightmare? Because I can’t imagine–

I know it was you. I’ve never been more sure of anything.

Oh, you’re confused. I mean, first you remembered Brady hitting you, and then you said you didn’t.

I never remembered seeing Brady. I made that up so that Xander wouldn’t kill him. I–I told you that.

Right. But just because you don’t remember seeing Brady driving doesn’t mean he wasn’t. And how on earth could I have anything to do with your accident? [chuckles] And where on earth would you even get such an idea?

From Eric Brady. He was just here. He told me that he spoke to the waiter that served Brady that night and that you– you were with him. You were together at the bar. [dramatic music]

Fiona. OK. OK, I guess you heard about me and her too.

I did. And I can understand why you’d want to keep that under wraps.

Look, when I met her, I didn’t know who the hell she was. She was in a bad place. I was in a bad place. I just–I just wanted someone to talk to at the time.

Brady, I don’t care about that. What I do care about is the night of Sarah’s accident. When you and Fiona were together, was she drinking too?

Listen, Chad, I didn’t mean to upset you. Buddy, you know, we’re on the same side here.

Well, we’re not, no, not if you keep implying that Abby’s an imposter.

Look, we’re talking about my brother’s daughter. I’m concerned about her and about you.

Well, thank you. But for your information, everything is going great. In fact… Abby and I are getting married.

Listen, it’s great that you convinced Chad to marry you, but I’m glad you called when you did.

Why is that?

I just went and saw Clyde at supermax.

Did you tell him I’m in Paris?

Just listen. There’s something else he wants me to do.

Excusez-moi? May I help you?

Abigail?

Kristen’s delusional. You’re not a DA. You can’t decide whether Brady gets prosecuted or not.

No, but Sarah’s ID is the only real evidence against Brady. Without it, EJ has nothing.

Oh, hadn’t thought of that. So she just wants– she wants Brady free.

Then and only then, Kristen will give us the cure.

Huh, that sounds like an impossible choice for Sarah to make.

No, she already made it. It’s just EJ. He–he won’t have it. All he cares about is nailing Brady, so much so that he’ll send Sarah to prison for perjury if she doesn’t stick by her original statement.

Oh, my God.

So now… Brady will go to prison for ten years. And Sarah may never walk again. [dramatic music] It’s all my fault.

So when you spoke to Fiona, she swore that she was completely sober the night of the accident?

Yeah, she also said she couldn’t talk you out of driving and took a cab home.

Then that must have been what happened.

But, Brady, you remember getting home.

No. No, you know that I don’t.

So I’m guessing that you would remember whether she was drinking or not.

Come on, is it that hard to believe that two people were hanging out at a bar and one was drinking and one wasn’t?

Yes, it is, Brady, especially when those two people are recovering alcoholics. Damn it, Brady, would you just tell me the truth?

All right, all right, look, look. She was drinking that night as well.

OK. Now it’s beginning to make some sense, at least. Your friend is correct. I did tell him I was with Brady that night.

Keep going.

Well, there’s nothing more to tell. Doesn’t mean I had anything to do with your accident.

Then why haven’t you said anything before now?

Well, because I didn’t want Xander to know that I’d been with Brady. Surely, you can understand that, given the bad blood between them.

Mm-hmm, so that’s the only reason that you kept quiet?

[sighs] No. Also, that Xander was already very upset about your accident, and the last thing I wanted to do was to add to his pain.

Or admit that you were the cause of it.

Oh, Sarah, whatever Brady did that night, I had nothing to do with it. Yes, I was at the bar with him. And when I saw how drunk he was, I did everything I could to convince him not to drive, but he insisted. My God, when I found out what he had done to you, that he was responsible for running you over and leaving you there–

He wasn’t responsible!

Sarah, you’re letting Eric Brady put ideas in your head. That man is desperate to save his brother.

It doesn’t mean he is wrong.

He wasn’t there.

I was! I finally remember what happened that night. It was you behind the wheel. I know what I saw, so just admit it, Fiona.

It was you!

You’re getting married? You said you took Abigail to France to spur some memories.

Yeah, and that is what happened. It did spur some memories. You know, she– she remembered, Steve. She remembered how happy we were. She remembered that we were in love, and that is something that I have been praying for for months, you know. And just so you know, this was her idea to get married. You know, she wanted to feel those emotions again. She thought it might help her remember more.

[scoffs] I guess you’re not gonna say you’re happy for us, then.

To be honest, I still have questions. And you should too.

Well, I’m marrying my wife, Steve. I’ll make sure to give Abby your best wishes, yeah?

[romantic accordion music]

I got to go. Do I know you?

Oh, hi. I’m Holly Jonas. My mother is Nicole Walker. She was married to EJ?

Oh, OK, yes. [both chuckle]

I was at the house a while back, and I think I saw you there.

Do you mind?

Oh, of course, no.

I’m so sorry. It’s really hard to keep track of all the not-so-familiar faces.

Understandably.

What a crazy coincidence to run into you here in Paris.

Yeah, my mom, she actually lives here now.

Oh, something that I also knew. Yes, OK, good. I’m here with Chad.

Right. OK, I promise you, I wasn’t eavesdropping, but I think I heard you say you’re getting married?

You did hear that, yes. [both laugh] We’re very excited. It was kind of a spur-of-the-moment decision to– but yes, we are.

Wow. Well, you definitely picked the most romantic city in the world to do it. Congratulations.

Thank you.

But weren’t you saying you’re getting married because of your mother? [suspenseful music]

Yeah, no, it’s probably better that she hung up. How am I supposed to tell her that Clyde wants me to commit murder, to kill the man she’s about to marry?

Hello. Is there something you need?

Hey, Dr. Greene?

Yeah, that’s me.

Uh-huh. Well, one of the nurses told me I could find you here. I’m Steve Johnson, Kayla’s husband?

Right. Forgive me. We met a couple of months ago in her office.

That’s right. Well, listen, my wife speaks very highly of you. As a matter of fact, she told me she trusts you implicitly. So I’d like to ask a favor.

OK.

I know you ran that DNA test for her on my niece, Abigail DiMera.

I did.

Well, I’m– I’m hoping you can run it again. [dramatic music]

[romantic accordion music]

My mother? Oh, yes. I was talking on the phone to my brother, JJ. My mom had a hard time accepting that I was actually her daughter, Abigail.

Wow, that must have been really hard for both of you.

Yeah, you know, it is. I mean, but I want my mother back as much as she wants her daughter back. It’s just, I think, right now, it’s gonna take a leap of faith, you know?

Mm-hmm. And you think getting married is gonna help with that?

I’m hoping that it’ll trigger something, you know. And then maybe all my memories will come back, and though I don’t exactly look the same, my mom will finally be able to realize that I am really her daughter.

Well, that’d be awesome. I really hope it works.

Thank you. Well, I–I really appreciate you letting me sit. It was nice to run into you. I probably got to get going now. I–I have to go buy something to get married in.

Right, of course. Wait. Would you actually mind if I come with you?

Xander, how could this possibly be your fault? Kristen’s the one who expects Sarah to lie, to say she doesn’t remember Brady hitting her.

Except… that wouldn’t really be a lie. [dramatic music]

What do you mean?

Sarah doesn’t really remember who was behind the wheel that night.

But her statement is the reason that Brady is heading to prison. I mean, you said that was the only reason.

We both knew that he was guilty. It’s just, Sarah convinced herself that she had to do it.

She lied to the police?

She felt she had no choice.

[sighs]

Maggie… Sarah made up that story about Brady to– she did it to save me.

Save you? From what?

You remember when you found me in the office with that gun?

[gasps] Oh. And you gave me that line about the company needing extra security because you were now Titan’s CEO?

Yeah.

Ah.

Yeah, I had a feeling you didn’t buy it.

Mm.

It wasn’t true, obviously.

I was gonna use it to kill Brady.

So Fiona lied to me about staying sober. What if she lied about you driving as well?

What? What? What? No, no, no. I woke up in the driver’s seat of the car, Eric, all right? I was the one that hit Sarah. I was the one that left Sarah there. And I was the one that drove home…

Brady.

And passed out, OK? That’s what happened.

I’m not so sure about that. What if–

Eric, that’s what happened.

What if Fiona, she placed you there in the driver’s seat of that car?

What if she pulled a– what if she pulled an Orpheus?

When I close my eyes, I can see you, Fiona. I can see you so clearly.

[scoffs] This is– this just doesn’t make sense. Why are you doing this? You’ve never had a clear memory of what happened.

But I do now. It was you.

Sarah, please.

All this time, you’ve been lying about what you did to me.

This is nothing more than the power of suggestion. Brady’s brother put that idea in your head.

Mm. How did it happen, huh? You must have been drinking too.

No. I was sober. You saw me at your wedding. I had nothing to drink that evening except sparkling cider. That should have told you something.

I was talking about later, damn it, at the bar with Brady. You know, I’m so sick of you stonewalling.

What are you doing?

What do you think I’m doing? I’m calling Xander.

What are you doing?

You can’t do that. You can’t call my son. I’ll lose him. Do you understand? I just got him back in my life.

You hit me with a car, and then you kept going.

If Xander finds out the truth, I will have nothing!

Do you think that I give a damn? [dramatic music]

You have no idea what it was like for me before. I was so lonely, so miserable. And now, after all those years, I finally have a family. I finally have my son.

And his money?

Oh! That is not what this is about.

No, it’s about you running me down in cold blood.

But it was an accident. [sighs] Yes, I was drinking.

But Brady was so much worse, Sarah. He could barely stand on his own two feet. I thought I was doing the right thing.

[scoffs] By driving drunk? Give me my phone back. I am done listening to you.

I never meant to hurt you. Everything would have been OK if I–if I–

I took my eyes off the road for one second, one second. And suddenly, you appeared. I was horrified when I hit you.

Oh, so horrified that you couldn’t speak anymore? That must have been why you didn’t call for help.

No! I heard Xander coming. I knew he would make sure you were taken care of. Sarah, I hate myself for what I’ve done.

Not enough to stop Brady for taking the fall for it.

Xander, you really would have gone that far?

You know I can’t lie to you, Maggie. But I had blood in my eyes.

But Brady.

Look, I know how important he is to you, so this– this is all very difficult to say, but I needed justice for Sarah.

Everyone wanted that, Xander.

She wasn’t gonna get it, was she? Not the way things were going, not unless I did something about it. But then when Sarah found out what I was planning, she– she called the police and told them that she remembered seeing Brady behind the wheel.

She lied to save you from yourself.

I hired somebody to drug Brady. And he went home and passed out, and I went over there with my gun… intent on making it look like suicide.

That’s when the police showed up, right before I could–

Kill him.

I told you that nothing good could come from this desperation for revenge. Damn it, Xander! When I saw you with the gun, I asked you to let it go.

It was already too late. Everything was in motion. If the police hadn’t showed up when they did, I–

I don’t even want to think about it.

Well… it all led to this. Thanks to me, Maggie, Brady is locked up, where he will stay. And Sarah will never get her hands on that cure.

That terrible accident the night that Adrienne was killed, Orpheus, he was the one who ran her off the road. Do you remember?

Yeah. Of course I remember that.

Well, he also had an unconscious Maggie in his car. He put her in the driver’s seat. And when she woke up–

Maggie assumed that she was guilty.

What if Fiona did the same thing to you?

Hey. Any luck?

Oh, I found the perfect dress.

Yeah?

Yes. And look who I ran into.

What? Holly.

Chad, hi.

What are you doing in Paris?

Hey. I’m visiting my mom. Well, full disclosure, we’re kind of having it out right now. Anyway, I was headed to the hotel room to check in my mom booked for me when I ran into Abigail.

What do you mean, a hotel? No, no, no, no. That sounds lonely. Why don’t you–why don’t you stay here with us? I mean, we have plenty of room.

I’m sure I don’t need to tell you, the first DNA test was conclusive.

Yeah, I understand. And I know that this is an unusual ask, but… [sighs] My niece’s return has been quite an upheaval for our family.

I can imagine.

Yeah. So since Kayla was the one who ordered the first test, I thought this might give her and everyone else some peace of mind, you know, end the whispers.

In that case, I’d be happy to, then. You know, I still think we have the original samples in the lab.

Well, you know what? I have new ones. Kayla told me that samples can degrade over time.

Ah.

So since Abigail’s parents are both in Boston, these are from Abigail and her son, Thomas. Just consider them a fail-safe, huh?

I have some time. Why don’t I take these to the lab now?

Would you mind putting a rush on it?

Absolutely. Yeah, I’ll get the results back to you shortly.

Great. [tense music]

Are you serious? I’m not, like, gonna be in the way?

Yeah, is that a good idea, with– with the wedding and all?

I’m probably gonna be in the way.

What do you mean? No, you’re not gonna be in the way. You’re gonna help us. We need a witness for the wedding. And–and… you need a maid of honor. So, Holly, you can serve double duty.

[chuckles]

Do you hate me? [dramatic music]

Xander… I could never hate you. But you are your own worst enemy.

Don’t you see that when you allow yourself to be consumed by this need for revenge, it ends up hurting you and the people that you love?

I know that now. What I don’t know is how Sarah will ever be able to forgive me, let alone if I can forgive myself.

Well, maybe I can help.

I’ll go and talk to Kristen, appeal to her, one mother to another. Maybe I can convince her to give Sarah this cure.

Well, sounds like you’ll be trying to appeal to her heart, but there’s zero evidence that she actually has one.

But I have to try.

Oh, Maggie… seems like you’re always fixing problems I create.

Xander… you know how I feel about you. But this– this, I’m doing for Sarah.

Well, Victoria, looks like another fine mess I’ve got us into.

Think about it, Brady. When Fiona realizes that she hit her own daughter-in-law, she panics. And then she looks over and sees you slumped in a passenger seat?

And, what–and, what– and, what, she drives me home and then drags me and puts me into the driver’s seat of my own car?

Desperation makes people do crazy things.

Fiona wasn’t driving, OK? This is wild speculation, what you’re saying right now.

But you don’t remember getting home. So how can you tell me whether or not she was driving? Damn it, Brady, would you just search your brain, please?

[echoing]

Brady. Brady!

[groans] What’s go–what’s going on?

I think I hit someone.

Oh, my God.

I never wanted Brady to go to prison. How was I supposed to know he’d turn himself in?

He turned himself in because he’s a decent man who wanted to do the responsible thing for something that you made him think he did. [scoffs] That’s obviously a foreign concept to you.

I was certain Brady would be in the clear after his lawyer worked his magic. His confession was useless if he couldn’t remember. But then you– you went and ID’d him.

As a last resort to keep Xander from killing him, which he never would have wanted to do if we didn’t think that Brady was the one driving. Oh, my God. I cannot believe that I told the police that he is guilty. Brady is going to spend ten years in prison for a crime that he didn’t commit. No, I–I can’t let that happen. I don’t care if EJ puts me in prison for perjury. I have to tell everyone what you did. I have to tell them the truth.

No. I’m sorry, my dear. [sighs] But I just can’t let you do that.

Well, that was fast.

You did say to put a rush on it.

So?

The results are conclusive. Thomas and Abigail are a perfect DNA match.

You’re sure?

Yeah, no mistake. The samples were definitely mother and son.

Wow. Thank you, thank you. I really appreciate this. I knew you were the guy to ask.

Anytime. [dramatic music]

Well, what do you know?

Who would have guessed that Kayla and I are not only husband and wife but mother and son?

Just like I suspected. Dr. Greene, you faked the original results.

Whoever that woman is, she sure as hell ain’t Abigail.

OK, Holly’s all settled in the guest room.

Oh. Great.

Is everything OK?

Yeah. Yeah, of course. I mean, I just– I thought it was gonna be the two of us, but–

Yeah, but, you know, I mean, I felt bad, just everything going on with her mother, and… you know, she was gonna go stay in a hotel. So I just–I thought that you would feel the same.

No, yeah, of course. And I was worried about her too. I mean, that’s why I brought her here with me.

Yeah, exactly. Listen. I promise you, tomorrow is gonna be the perfect day. Right? I mean, we’re getting married. How could it not be? Right?

Yeah. Yeah.

Brady, what is it?

I remember. I remember that night.

OK, what do you remember? What do you see?

Fiona–Fiona was in the car.

And I was in the car, but she was behind the wheel.

I remember her saying that she thought she had hit somebody. I remember it now. She said that. I didn’t do it. I didn’t do it. I wasn’t driving the car. I didn’t hit Sarah.

Brother, I’m innocent.

What are you doing?

What I have to do. You’re the only one that knows the truth.

No, that’s not true. Eric knows too. He’s onto you.

He doesn’t know anything. I’m sorry, my dear. You know I’m very fond of you, but you are about to have a terrible accident.

No, damn it. Stop! [both grunting]

[laughs] Someone will find you at the bottom of the stairs. Maybe Maggie. Maybe my son. And they’ll just think– they’ll just think that you lost control of your chair. It’s a pity, really. No one will be the wiser.

Except for me.

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

Kristen, are you here? We need to talk! Kristen, come out and show yourself!

Ugh, my God, there is no need to shout, Xander. I’m right here. [chuckles] I have some good news.

What, you talked to Rolf?

I did, and he is more confident than ever that his adjusted formula will cure Sarah’s paralysis.

That is really good news.

Mm-hmm. Do you have some good news for me? Did you and your wife speak to my brother about Brady’s case?

Uh, actually, we just met with him.

And?

And Sarah told him that she was mistaken when she ID’d Brady as the driver that hit her. So can we have that serum, please?

[sighs] ,::,

Eric.

I’m sorry to stop by unannounced, but I need to talk to you.

I assume it’s about Brady. Look, Eric, I–I should have reached out to you after I came forward.

Listen. That is why I’m here. There’s something I need to know. And I need you to be honest with me. [suspenseful music] Is Brady innocent? Are you covering for your mother-in-law? [suspenseful music]

Am I covering for Fiona?

Yes. Was she the driver who hit you?

Hey there.

Hello.

It’s me, Sophia. From the Bistro?

Oh, yeah, of course.

Let me guess. Our dinner menu was so impressive, you’re heading back to try our lunch special? [suspenseful jazz music]

God, I hope Brady’s brother bought my story. Otherwise–[sighs] Actually–[sighs] Let’s just not think about otherwise.

Actually, no. I’m not heading to the Bistro.

Too bad. I was going to steer you to my table and give you an update on my love life. You know, the guy I like?

Mm. The one with the girlfriend?

Well, she’s not his girlfriend anymore.

Oh?

Yeah. So sad. They broke up.

Hmm. [suspenseful music] [upbeat accordion music]

Uh, yeah, yeah, flight was great, especially because I slept through most of it. Knocked out in Salem, and next thing you know, bonjour, we’re landing in Paris. [chuckles]

Aw! Well, I’m so glad you arrived safely.

We did. And Grandma, it is so beautiful here.

Really? Paris is beautiful? Hmm. I haven’t heard. [chuckles]

Hey, better not be making fun of me or else I’m not going to bring you back any chocolate.

Oh? But I thought I was getting a Hermès scarf.

[laughs] OK, fine. You’ll get that too.

No, I’m teasing, of course. Holly, the only thing you need to bring back is yourself. Holly, have you– have you seen your mom?

Uh, no, not yet. We’re meeting at this café in a little while. Thought it might be best to meet on neutral ground when we have, you know, our big talk.

Yeah. That makes sense. Well, I wish you luck, Holly. Um, it isn’t going to be easy.

I don’t see how it could be. I have to confront her about lying to me my entire life that Eric was the one who really killed my dad.

[car horn honks] [suspenseful music]

I–I think we should wait before– we’re intimate with each other. [Chad sighs]

OK, yeah. We can wait as long as you want to.

Well, I don’t want to wait that long. I mean, I– I just think there’s something that we should do first.

What’s that?

Chad, what if we got married?

You want to get married?

Yeah. Yeah, I do. Soon as possible. [ominous music] [soft orchestration] announcer: Like sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

Please just take me wherever you have Rolf stashed. My wife really needs the serum.

Eh, hold your horses, cowboy. I need some details.

About what?

Well, about EJ. What did he say when Sarah recanted her story?

What does it matter what he said? I mean, Sarah told him that she was wrong to ID Brady. That’s–that’s all you wanted, right?

And EJ just accepted that?

Without Sarah’s ID, he has no case, so– [suspenseful music]

So, um, EJ specifically said that he would drop the charges?

Well, I would hope he’s doing that as we speak. But if you could just take me to that lab, this is–

Hold that thought.

What are you doing? [Kristen clears throat]

Well, I’m going to call EJ and ask him if he’s actually dropping the charges.

Can’t this wait? [phone beeps] Every second we keep that serum from Sarah is another second she suffers.

[sighs] Oh, EJ. Yes, I wanted to talk– [phone beeps] What are you doing? Oh, I knew it. You’re lying to me, aren’t you? [Kristen sighs]

You think Fiona hit me. Why? Where is this coming from?

Sarah, please, just– just answer the question, OK? Was Fiona the hit-and-run driver?

No, of course not. Where–where did you get this idea?

From you.

From–from me?

Yeah. I saw you and Fiona in the park yesterday and I overheard.

You overheard us say what?

I heard you talk about a secret that you need to keep between you.

That had nothing to do with her being the hit-and-run driver that– Eric, I swear.

So that young man that you like and his little girlfriend, they broke up, did they?

Sure did.

Well, that was fast. What happened?

What can I say? She wasn’t treating him right. They got in a huge fight.

Huh. And did you have anything to do with that fight?

No, I didn’t have to do a thing. She messed everything up between them all in her own. [suspenseful music]

Oh, darling. This isn’t going to be an easy conversation for you or your mom. I just hope that you’ll find it in your heart to forgive her. I mean, to understand why she kept the truth from you for so long.

Yeah. Well, we’ll see.

I love you, Holly. I’ll talk to you soon, OK?

Yeah. I love you too, Grandma. I’ll talk soon. [somber accordion music] [sighs] Come on, Mom. Where are you?

Fiona and I were not talking about my accident when you overheard us.

Then what were you talking about? [suspenseful harp arpeggio]

You have to tell me. Why do you think that I’m lying about Brady?

Well, it’s just that I– I heard you and Xander talking yesterday in the bedroom. I wasn’t eavesdropping. I just happened to be passing by, and you were telling Xander how you’d lied to the police. [suspenseful music]

[sighs] Oh.

And I just can’t figure out why. Is it because you want to see Brady punished?

No. No, it’s not that. I–[sighs] I had no choice.

[sighs] I don’t understand.

Xander has been so consumed with anger, and he is obsessed with getting revenge against Brady. And– Fiona… [whispering] He was going to kill Brady and make it look like a suicide.

[sighs] Oh, dear God.

So you see? I had no choice. I had to lie to the police. And it was the only way to save Brady and your son.

I’m sorry, I just– I can’t say. But it had absolutely nothing to do with my mother-in-law being the driver that hit me. And if that were the case, I sure as hell wouldn’t cover for her.

You don’t believe me. Eric, look, I understand that it is hard to accept that Brady is the one who did it. But how can one overheard conversation convince you that it was Fiona?

Actually, it was more than just that one conversation.

[soft upbeat music]

Well, come on now. Tell me everything about this breakup.

Are you sure? You don’t have someplace to go?

No. I’m grateful for the distraction. So what did this girl do to mess everything up?

You really want to know?

Yeah. Actually, I do. I love a good romantic yarn.

I don’t know what that means, but get this. She totally went behind his back and started going through his father’s stuff.

Wow. Looking for what?

Who knows? Point is he caught her.

[scoffs] Oh, dear.

Yeah. Yeah, so he got all pissed and then she got defensive and then he got defensive and blah, blah, blah. Next thing you know, she tells him it’s over just like that.

Sounds intense.

You have no idea. I said one little thing and she went, like, totally ballistic. It’s really scary.

She attacked you?

Nothing I couldn’t handle. So anyhoo, short story shorter, she told us that her now-ex-boyfriend and I deserve each other and then stormed off.

Hmm. Sounds like she was quite upset.

Hella upset.

Hella. [chuckles] Yes, that is quite a lot.

She doesn’t even know the part that would make her even madder. See, when ex-BFF Holly finds out that her ex-boyfriend Tate and I–

Wait a second. You said Holly and Tate?

Maggie.

Oh, hi.

[whispers] I’m sorry.

It’s good to see you. Listen, you don’t have to whisper. After a busy morning in the park, it’ll take a lot to wake her up. Um, have a seat if you have a few minutes.

Yeah.

Come on.

I do. [Maggie chuckles] Uh, how’s Sarah? She’s, uh– she’s doing all right. She’s getting used to her– her new reality. Thank you for asking.

I just wanted to say I feel really terrible about what happened to her. And my dad does too.

I know he does. Listen, Tate, this is very difficult for you. It must be with your mom in prison and your father heading there soon.

It seems wrong to feel sorry for myself, considering Sarah’s in a wheelchair.

Well, you’re allowed to feel that way. Tate, you know that.

Yeah, well… feels like I’m losing everyone I care about. Mom and Dad.

And Holly?

She told you we broke up?

Yeah, she did.

She wasn’t in school today. Is she OK?

She’s OK. Yeah. She’s in Paris. [somber suspenseful music]

So you want to get married?

I know it’s sudden. But just being here in this old apartment, this magical city with all this familiarity coming back to me, these feelings, I– I mean, not memories. Definitely feelings. My feelings for you. I just–[sighs]

But you’re not ready to be intimate.

Only because–[sighs] I mean, even with the feelings, we’re still sort of strangers, in a way, to each other.

Yeah.

Chad, I– I want to make love to you so much. [chuckles]

[chuckles] OK.

But I–I just– I want to remember our love together. I also want to remember our life. The life that we had. Yeah.

I don’t know, I just– I think maybe getting married could make that happen. [tense music]

So you hope that by us getting married, you’ll get your memories back? [suspenseful music]

I know it’s wishful thinking. But we’re in Paris, where dreams come true.

I thought that was Disneyland.

OK, I’m being serious, Chad.

I–

Look, my memories, right, of the wedding vows, they came back. Imagine us getting to say them to each other here, for real.

[sighs] I don’t know if it’s Paris. I don’t know if it’s a gut feeling. I don’t know, I don’t know, I don’t know. I just–I feel like recommitting to you, and the City of Light might be the jolt I need to have memories come flooding back.

You think so?

Yeah, I think so. I really, really, really think so. So what do you say? [clears throat] Mr. Chad DiMera? [Chad chuckles] Will you marry me? [chuckles] En Paris?

So Holly’s in Paris?

Mm-hmm. She wanted to see her mother. Nicole couldn’t fly, though, because Jude had an ear infection.

So she flew to France?

[chuckles] Yeah, she did. She needed to confront her mom face to face about her father’s death.

Really sucks that Uncle Eric and Nicole lied to her all these years about what really happened.

Well, Nicole was trying to protect her, and we all just went along with it.

And I know how much that hurt Holly, but that still doesn’t excuse what she tried to do to my dad.

What do you mean?

So she didn’t tell you why we broke up?

Well, not in any detail.

[sighs] OK. Um, well… it all started when I caught Holly in my father’s room digging through his stuff.

Oh, my. What was she looking for?

She was trying to help EJ find dirt on my dad so he could send him to prison.

Oh, I see. So you confronted her?

Yeah, I did. And she got really defensive. Then when my friend Sophia tried to stick up for me… [suspenseful music] Holly physically attacked her.

So this boy you like, his name is Tate?

Yeah.

And his girlfriend’s Holly?

Ex-girlfriend, remember?

So you’re talking about Holly Jonas and Tate Black?

Do you know them?

No, not well. I just happen to live in the same house as Holly.

Wait, you’re not her Grandma Maggie, are you?

What? No. I just told you I don’t know them well.

Oh, right.

Maggie’s daughter is married to my son.

Hmm. Small world. Who knew when you ordered that martini we were, like two–

Listen to me. You need to forget that I ever ordered that drink.

Did you really think I was stupid enough to take your word for it that EJ dropped the charges?

Damn it, Kristen, we did as you asked. We told EJ that Sarah wanted to recant. He just wouldn’t listen. This is your brother’s fault, not ours.

So EJ is not dropping the charges?

He said he’s going to use Sarah’s original statement to put Brady away and there’s nothing we can do to stop him. [energetic suspenseful music]

Only that’s not true.

What do you mean?

Well, I mean there is something you can do.

Like what? We already tried really hard to talk him out of it, believe me.

Well, we can build the pressure.

How?

How? Well, uh, go public. Go public, tell Sarah that she needs to post the truth on social media. Tell “The Spectator” that she came forward and admitted that she was wrong about naming Brady as the hit-and-run driver. And then we tell the world that the DA is hell-bent on prosecuting Brady for something that he didn’t do.

Kristen–

Oh, hold on. Better yet, we could go to EJ’s boss. I mean, if there’s one thing I know about Paulina Price, it’s that she doesn’t need another scandal. And then we make it clear that EJ, my brother, has gone rogue. I mean, he’s burying the fact that his own eyewitness has taken back her statement.

I’m sorry, Kristen, I… can’t do that.

[sighs] Look, I admit it’s a bit of a hunch.

You’re accusing my mother-in-law of running me over and then lying about it based on a–a hunch?

Sarah, did you know that Brady and Fiona were sleeping together?

Yeah. Yeah, I did. She admitted it to Xander. She also said that, you know, they didn’t realize who each other were and that it was just casual and it didn’t last very long. Why does that matter?

It matters because Fiona and Brady were together the night of your accident. [tense music]

[chuckles] Wow. That was not the rousing yes I was hoping for. [Chad sighs] [suspenseful music]

I just, uh… I mean, first of all, Abby, you know that I want to be married to you more than anything in the entire world. But I thought that when we got remarried, it would be with our children and our families.

Yeah, of course. Yeah. Yeah, in a perfect world. But we get to go home to Salem and– and tell them the good news, that we got married. But we also get to tell them that my memories came back if we do this.

That sounds amazing, but what if it doesn’t happen?

Well, if it doesn’t happen, I’m going to stay true to my word. I’m going to tell the children that I’m their mother. That’s my promise to you.

What is it that they say? Come on. Fourth time’s the charm?

Who says that?

Me.

[softly] No.

Yep. This girl. Me. [Chad sighs]

You know, I can hardly remember a time that I didn’t love you. Or didn’t want to be married to you.

[sighs] Is that a yes?

You want to get married, then let’s get married. [Abigail laughs] One last time. [Abigail laughs] [ominous music] [Abigail chuckles]

You’re saying Holly slapped Sophia?

Yeah. Across the face.

[chuckling] That doesn’t sound like her!

Well, I’m just saying that’s what happened.

Then she must have been provoked.

No, all Sophia did was she called Holly out for snooping on my dad.

Are you sure about that?

Yeah. And she also might have mentioned that she has, uh, feelings for me.

Well, that’s provocative. I–you know, I don’t believe that Holly would hit her. I mean, I know my granddaughter. I don’t know this girl, Sophia.

Well, I’m telling you that I do, and Sophia’s actually– she’s been a pretty good friend to me. [soft suspenseful music]

Oh. How good?

What are you asking me?

Sophia admitted she has feelings for you. Are the feelings mutual?

[phone ringing] [Maggie gasps softly]

Oh.

Did you hear me, young lady? Not a word about that martini.

OK, OK, I heard you. Jeez.

I’m sorry, but my son and his family believe that I’m sober. And if they find out otherwise, it would be disastrous for me.

You look like you’re above the legal age to me. What’s the big deal?

Oh, it’s not a big deal. It’s an enormous deal. Do you understand? [tense music]

I guess.

Don’t guess. Swear. If anyone asks you, the only drink you have ever served me is tap water!

OK–

I am not some lovesick teenage rival that you can mess with, Sophia. You will keep your mouth shut or you’ll be sorry.

So Brady was with Fiona the night of the accident?

I guess she never mentioned that.

No, she didn’t. How do you know this?

Waiter at this small bar. He said that he saw them leave together. And when I asked Fiona about it–

Wait, sorry. You spoke to her about it?

Yeah, she happened to walk in when I was chatting up with the waiter. [suspenseful music]

What did she say?

Well, at first, she claimed that the night of the accident that she and Brady, well, they left separately. But when I informed her that the waiter mentioned something different, well, she admitted that.

So she changed her story?

Yeah, with another lie. She said she went after Brady knowing he was drunk, persuaded him to take a taxi.

You don’t believe her.

No, not for a minute. Nor do I believe that she said she hadn’t had a drink all night.

I don’t get it. Why can’t you go to the press or Mayor Price? I mean, just to force EJ’s hand?

Because he’s threatening to prosecute Sarah for making a false statement to the police.

Oh, that son of a bitch.

Look, I’m not going to let your brother lock Sarah away for perjury while she’s still dealing with the after-effects of this accident.

Come on, I mean, no judge is going to put her behind bars.

You don’t know that. EJ has deep pockets and a lot of connections.

[sighs] This isn’t right, Xander.

I’m not disputing that, but please. I did what I could. But I’m begging you, Kristen, just… bring me that serum. I know you didn’t get the result that you were looking for, but… my wife deserves the chance to walk again.

[suspenseful music] [Abigail moans]

[chuckling] Are you OK?

[chuckles] I’m so OK. I’m better than OK. I’m–

Yeah, me too.

Yeah, yeah.

Cloud nine.

Mm. [laughs] Thank you for agreeing to do this. [sighs] I know it’s sudden, but I– I have a really good feeling about it.

Me too. I mean, if I would have known, I would have bought you a ring.

Oh, I don’t need a ring. But I, um– I am going to need something to wear because I did not pack a wedding gown.

OK.

And Mama can’t wear this. [Abigail chuckles]

Um, OK. Then, you know, we are in Paris, which I’ve heard knows a thing or two about fashion.

Mm.

So why don’t you go…

Oh.

Buy a dress and I’ll make some calls and try to find someone to marry us? [Abigail chuckles] Sound like a plan?

No, sounds like a dream. [chuckles] [suspenseful music]

[Abigail chuckles] [Abigail sighs] [dramatic music] [Abigail sighs]

[phone ringing]

Um, I’m sorry. I have to take this.

Yeah, no worries. I’ll see you around.

OK. Take care, Tate. [phone ringing] [phone beeps]

Holly?

Hi. I just talked to my mom.

Did it not go well? [upbeat accordion music]

No, it– it went better than expected. She basically just apologized a bunch. And I don’t know, she seemed really sincere.

Well, that’s great. Um, where is she now?

She had to go home to relieve the babysitter. She wanted me to come with her, but I told her I just needed some alone time to think. We have plans to meet tomorrow, though.

Well, that’s wonderful. And how are you feeling now? * *

Relieved, I guess. I don’t know. Still processing.

And you will be for quite some time. And hopefully, you’ll be able to let your mother help you. And maybe Eric too. * *

[softly] Yeah, yeah.

So where are you staying tonight?

She booked me a hotel room near where they live.

Right. Well, darling, call me anytime if you want to talk, OK?

OK, I will. Thank you for the support, Grandma. I love you so much.

I love you too. And Holly… your father would be so proud of you. * * [phone beeps] [Holly sobs softly]

Do we have an understanding? [tense music] I said do we have an understanding?

Chill out, lady, would you? I said yes, didn’t I? I swear I won’t tell anyone how much you love a dry martini. I’m not a snitch.

Huh.

Good girl.

[Sophie scoffs]

Sheesh. What a bitch. [Sophie sighs]

But Fiona doesn’t drink.

That’s what she claims. [tense music] I guess it’s all just a moot point anyway. I mean, especially since you remember seeing Brady behind the wheel that night.

You know what? I, uh–I should go. I’m sorry for barging in here. And… and worse, accusing you of lying.

Uh, it’s OK.

No, it’s not. You’ve been through so much. And… I just can’t imagine how hard it’s been for you.

I’m dealing. And I know that it’s a struggle for your brother as well. I know that he’s feeling incredibly guilty, and now he has to go to jail. [suspenseful music]

It’s been tough. It’s been really tough, obviously. Not that it compares to any of your struggle.

I’m just worried about him, his kids.

I just don’t want to lose him.

Take care.

I’m sorry, Xander. No can do on the serum.

What?

Deal’s a deal.

Have you no heart? After everything you did to Sarah on that bloody island, you– you owe her this.

It’s a simple transaction. You make the charges go away, I give you the serum.

Your brother is the only person that can make those charges go away, not me, and he refuses. Come on, Kristen. Sarah needs to be able to walk again, to take care of our little girl!

Well, I have a little girl too, Xander. And my daughter’s father is looking to spend a decade behind bars! Now, I suggest that you put on your thinking cap and try harder to make that not happen! Now, I want Sarah to walk again, but I am not running a charity.

You listen to me, you miserable–

Careful, Xander. I’m your only link to that serum. [tense music]

You know, Kristen… [Kristen sighs]

You DiMeras aren’t the only ones capable of the unthinkable.

Have you checked on Rachel recently?

Why are you asking that?

Just reminding you what I’mcapable of. I mean, who’s to say your precious little daughter wouldn’t, I don’t know, just… vanish from the playground never to be seen again?

I would tread very lightly when making threats about the people I love, Xander. If you touch as much as one hair on Rachel’s head, I will make sure that Rolf disappears forever along with the serum that will cure Sarah’s spinal cord injury. Do we understand each other?

Damn you.

[Kristen sighs]

[mysterious music]

[phone ringing] [phone beeps]

Steve, what’s up? [suspenseful music]

Hey, Mark, it’s me. I have news. [tense music]

[soft upbeat music]

Hey.

Hey yourself. How are you?

Yeah, I’m OK. I just ran into Holly’s grandmother.

Oh. How was that?

It’s fine. It turns out the reason Holly wasn’t in school is she flew to Paris.

Wow, that’s great news.

Why?

Because I know that she’s been really mad at her mom for lying to her, so maybe now, they’ll have a chance to work things out.

You actually care about that?

She’s still my friend, Tate.

Yeah, but she attacked you.

Yeah, she did, but crap happens, right? Just because we like the same guy doesn’t mean I want her to be miserable. And OK, I wouldn’t hate it if Holly decided to stay in Paris. I can have you all to myself.

Hey, Maggie.

Xander, hi. We were just heading home. [tense music] Is everything all right?

No, everything is not all right. Kristen DiMera has a cure for Sarah’s paralysis, but she’s refusing to hand it over. [suspenseful music]

Oh.

Don’t you dare look at me like that, Father. We both know that you would have done much worse to get what you want from your opponent. I just hope I motivated Xander enough to help Brady get out from under those charges.

Cheers.

[tense music] – [words echoing] Was Fiona the hit-and-run driver? Did you know that Brady and Fiona were sleeping together? Fiona and Brady were together the night of your accident.

No. No, it–it can’t be.

[dramatic music]

[tires squealing]

Oh, my God.

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[tense music]

Well, if it isn’t my lawyer, Jackie Chiles. Bringing me good news, I hope.

Yes, I have news.

That’s good to hear, Mark. Because if your sister don’t seal the deal with DiMera soon, and I mean soon… [tense music] Your mama’s a dead woman.

[ethereal dreamy chimes]

Well, here we are, our little Parisian paradise.

[laughs] Wow. Ah! It’s gorgeous, Chad. I can see why you kept it as a vacation home.

Yeah. Well, it’s our vacation home now, but for just over a year, it was our home. ,::, You and me and the kids, we had a lot of amazing memories here. [soft dramatic music]

I have a really good feeling about this place. I think it’s going to change everything.

– Abigail and Chad are in Paris?

Yes, they left yesterday morning. They’re both hoping that by being in Paris, she will find herself again.

I see. Did you finally get to meet her?

That’s another conversation. Let’s talk about what’s in the box.

Uh, I baked a fresh batch of lemon bars. But now that everybody is gone, I–

No, no, no. Don’t you dare. I just made a fresh pot of tea. Now, these will go perfectly with that if you’d like to sit and have a chat.

I don’t want to intrude.

Darling, you never intrude. Doug’s upstairs playing Solitaire on the computer. He’s perfectly happy. I have nothing on my plate except these, and we’ve got some catching up to do.

That we do. [chuckles]

You won’t let me withdraw my statement about Brady?

That’s right. I won’t allow it. Now, I have a busy day, so–

EJ, you’re not listening. This has nothing to do with you allowing it. Sarah can no longer positively ID Brady as the driver who hit her.

But she already has. And she seemed pretty damn positive when she spoke to the police about it. Thanks to your eyewitness account, we were finally able to arrest somebody.

Yes. And I am telling you that I made a mistake. You need to release Brady immediately. [tense music] [EJ sighs]

[jazzy lounge music]

– Thank you for saying all of that. I love you too. [Fiona crying] But what we were talking about earlier, that–

That needs to stay between us, OK? No one can know.

Yeah. Yes, of course. I understand completely. It’ll be– it’ll be our little secret.

[jazzy lounge music]

[Eric clears throat]

Ms. Cook?

Yes?

Eric Brady. I believe you know my brother, Brady Black.

[chuckles] Yes, I do. Well, very nice to meet you.

Likewise. I recently learned that you and Brady were romantically involved. I hope that if you don’t mind, I ask you a few questions.

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[sighs] Mr. Brady–

Eric. Please, call me Eric.

Well, Eric… I’m afraid I don’t have much to say about my relationship with your brother. Our affair was short and sweet, and I would look back fondly on our time together except for the fact that the man got blind drunk and ran over my daughter-in-law.

Well, that’s what I was hoping to discuss with you. I was hoping that you might be able to give me a little bit more.. details about the night of the accident.

And why would I know anything about that?

Well, because you were with Brady that night, weren’t you? [suspenseful jazz music]

OK, what’s going on here? I thought you two wanted Brady to pay for putting Sarah in that wheelchair.

We do!

Then why are you suddenly changing your story? [suspenseful music]

Kristen won’t give us the serum unless we–

Go on. [Xander sighs] Unless we what?

Unless you disavow your positive identification of Brady.

Excuse me?

Look, Sarah, I’m sorry. I know that I’m the reason you felt you had to lie to the police in the first place and I hate putting you through all these contortions. But what if this thing works? What if it could heal you? Wouldn’t it be worth it to walk again, to run again, to play with Victoria?

Clyde, I promise you, everything is falling into place. [Clyde scoffs]

I just don’t get your generation, man. [scoffs] You think that failures are successes and that half-assing is hard work. You see, Chad has got DNA evidence showing that your sister is his beloved Abigail. So what the hell’s the hold-up?

Chad’s not the problem. It’s everyone else in Salem. Friends, family, doctors. My sister’s been cross-examined at every turn. One slip-up and–

And what? Something worse than what I’ll do to your mama?

Please. Look, the important thing now is that my sister is ready to seal the deal and she’s come up with the perfect way for you to get what you want.

[suspenseful music]

Hmm.

Sort of remember this.

Yeah, you got it– you bought it at the street fair. Yeah, you were really into art and you talked to the artist for over an hour about. About her process and materials and colors and all that stuff.

Wow, you must have been bored out of your mind.

Yep. [Abigail laughs] No. I, uh… no, I like listening to you talk about art. Or anything that you’re passionate about. And when you get excited, your eyes light up, and you stumble over your words and it’s really cute.

[chuckles] Well, I unfortunately, um… don’t recall all of my art history expertise, but… I do think the colors are pretty.

[laughs] Well, good. Well, that’s a start. [Abigail laughs] [clears throat] I’m just happy to be here with you.

Me too.

OK. Well, uh… I’m going to get some wine. We’ll celebrate our Parisian reunion. – Oui, oui, monsieur.

Yeah? OK, I’ll be right back.

So… why don’t you tell me some stories of our time here? [soft dramatic music]

All right, let’s see. Um…

[takes deep breath] Well, every Sunday we used to take the kids to a different park in the city. We called it la promenade… dimanche.

Ooh, your French is good.

Yeah.

Wow.

How I roll the tongue? It’s stupid.

The Sunday walk?

Yep, that’s it. Uh… Anyway, there was this park of ours that was our favorite. It had this artificial waterfall and grotto. And you had this bright idea to recreate the TLC video “Waterfall.”

Oh, yeah, I definitely remember that song.

Yeah, it was your favorite. [Abigail laughs] Thomas was all about it. Charlotte was a little too small, so you insisted that this old man be the third member.

Oh, I can see it. I can see you as the stand-in for Left Eye.

No, Chilli.

What?

The pretty one. %. [Abigail laughs]

[laughs] Well, excusez moi.

Yeah. Um–[clears throat] Anyway, and I was being the– the dutiful dad. And I, um, you know, I did the whole dance routine. [Abigail laughs] And, uh, you know, I think I was holding my own. At least, that’s what everybody else would have said.

Mm.

Until it got to the end of the song and I lost my footing.

Oh, no.

Oh, yeah.

Oh, no.

Yeah.

Oh, no.

Yeah, and I learned the meaning of the lyrics. I chased a waterfall and I paid the price. [Abigail laughs] I fell hard, hard, and I was drenched and freezing.

Aw. So you were % chilly. Ah? [clicks tongue] That was a good one.

That was good. [Abigail laughs] Yeah, and, um… [inhales deeply] Uh, anyway, it was– it was just a really wonderful moment. And the kids couldn’t stop laughing. And I don’t know if I’ve ever heard you laugh that hard. [soft upbeat music]

You’re, um– you’re a really good husband, Chad. And a good father too.

That’s because I had you by my side. [mysterious music] [Abigail sighs softly]

It seems like you– we were very happy here.

It wasn’t all sunshine, rainbows, waterfalls. [both chuckle]

[tense music]

If your sister’s getting her butt into gear, what did she drag Chad off to Paris for?

Because if Abigail regains her memory in Salem, she’ll have no choice but to include the kids, tell them that their mother’s alive.

Sounds like one big, happy family reunion to me.

My sister would rather not have traumatizing two children on her conscience.

[laughs] Right. Saint Abigail, right? Oh, man. Sounds like she’s a little too into her character.

My sister’s a good person, OK? She would never be involved in anything like this if you weren’t threatening to kill our mother. She’s hated every second of deceiving Chad, let alone Abigail’s entire family.

Well… getting to meet Abigail again… was unique. In the first place, she looks nothing, absolutely nothing like the Abigail that we knew. And when I looked at her, she had the eyes of a stranger. And she was very cold to me, Maggie.

Well, maybe– maybe she was just feeling awkward being back. You know, not remembering her life here, not recognizing anyone. But didn’t you say that she remembered her wedding vows?

Well, so she says. So of course, Chad is hoping she’ll remember more.

In Paris.

Yeah, God willing. Please, tell me how Sarah’s doing.

Ah. Oh, Julie, she’s putting on a brave face for sure. But she’s struggling to adapt. And I’m– I’m trying my best to help however I can.

Darling, you of all people in the world are the one to help her. You walked around on crutches for years, and you walked again. Not to mention being paralyzed more recently and getting healed.

Yeah, well, I was lucky to have the surgery that gave me the ability to walk. But I don’t know. As it stands right now, I– I don’t think my daughter will get that miracle. [tense music]

EJ, don’t get me wrong. I absolutely want Brady to pay for what he did to me, but I can’t lie and say something is true when it’s not.

Mm. Except that’s exactly what’s happening here, isn’t it?

What does that mean?

It means that either you were lying when you said you remembered seeing Brady behind the wheel, or you’re lying now. So which is it?

Oh, I was here before the accident with Brady. I suppose he mentioned that to you.

No, a waiter did.

I see. Why are you questioning him? Are you conducting some sort of investigation?

Well, as you likely know, my brother is in a world of trouble and I’ve just kind of been clinging to the hope that there’s more to the story about what happened that night.

[chuckles] Like what?

I don’t know. That’s why I’m here. To find out more about my brother’s actions that night. And lucky enough, I ran into you. So I was hoping that it might be possible if you could, you know, kind of fill in the blanks for me. [tense jazzy music]

Well, I don’t know what I can tell you that you don’t already know.

Well, why don’t we just start from the beginning? [suspenseful jazzy music]

All right. Well, let’s see. I spent most of the day with my son and his wife. They just got married, and we were still celebrating. And then I got a text from Brady asking me to join him here.

And by this point, you two have been together for a while.

Right. Actually, I was planning on ending things with him that night.

Why is that?

Well, I was in a better place with my son and his family. I didn’t know Brady from Adam when I first met him, but eventually I found out who he was and, more importantly, about his contentious relationship with my son.

Right. So you came here, and–

And Brady was already drunk, actually having a very heated discussion with the waiter, which I managed to de-escalate with a very generous tip.

I heard Brady caused quite a scene. [Fiona sighs] So what happened after that?

Well, he calmed down, he had a couple more drinks, we talked, he left. And, well, you know what happened after that.

No, actually, I don’t.

Oh, isn’t it obvious? He got in his car and he hit Sarah. She ID’d him to the police.

That she did. See, I still have questions.

[chuckles] Such as?

Well, earlier, you implied that Brady, he left here alone. But the waiter, he told me that the two of you left here together.

How dare you accuse my wife of lying? She’s the most honest person I know.

Mm, except when it comes to the paternity of her children.

You smug son of a–

No, baby, it’s fine. It’s fine. [Xander clears throat] EJ…

Mm-hmm?

You’re right. I have been dishonest in the past, and it’s obviously not something I am proud of, which is why I can’t let my initial statement about Brady stand. I can’t, in all good conscience, let him go down for something that I’m no longer sure he did.

Well, that’s too bad, because you and your good conscience have already given a sworn statement, Brady has been arrested and charged, and a conviction has been guaranteed to the mayor. And I will not have egg on my face because you suddenly think your very definite memory is a false one.

So in other words, you’ll gladly convict an innocent man just to protect your fragile little ego. All hail the incorruptible justice system.

Oh, give it up, Xander. We all know that Brady is guilty. And I promise you this. If Sarah retracts her statement, I will have her arrested and charged with perjury. [tense music]

You know, it’s just so hard to see Sarah suffer the way that I did. Although she’s being very brave and stoic, I can see the pain in her eyes, Julie. I mean, I just hope that someday she’ll be able to see that her life is– it can be as rewarding as it was before.

Oh, I’m sure she will with you at her side and her little Victoria.

And not to mention Xander.

Wish that I could forget him.

Julie!

I’m sorry. Oh, not very gracious of me. I know you’re fond of him, Maggie.

He’s my son-in-law. And he’s the love of my daughter’s life. But I have to admit that he’s been obsessing over getting revenge on Brady.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah, But I think he’s– he’s let that go. And hopefully, he’s refocused his efforts on Sarah’s recovery. Especially now that Brady is facing justice.

What a turn of events that was.

Yeah.

I mean, Brady was off the hook. And then suddenly, Sarah remembers he’s the one driving the car that hit her. I mean… [sighs] I guess it’s fortuitous. I suppose.

What are you saying? [tense music] Are you saying that Sarah lied?

[Julie sighs]

It was mostly perfect here. But then I started to work a lot of hours, and I started to cause some problems.

I was feeling neglected?

Yes,

Mm.

Rightfully so. Then someone from your past showed up, this guy named Austin. He showed up on our doorstep. He was going through his own marital problems.

Oh. Oh, he and I didn’t–

No, no, no, no. He wanted to, but you stopped it.

Oh, good for me.

Yes, good for you. You behaved admirably.

Oh, I am relieved.

Me too. [Abigail laughs and sighs]

[sighs] But you know, it was, um… [soft upbeat jazzy music] We had some rough times. And, uh… we went through a lot of obstacles. But…

You know, we always got through them. Together. That’s why I know we’ll get through this too. [Abigail sighs] [ominous music]

Oh. Oh, my God.

What?

I’m– it’s com–it’s–[sighs] It’s coming back. Chad, it’s coming back. I’m starting to remember. I–I can remember.

Hey, man, I do my homework. I know who I get into bed with. And let’s face it, your sister is no saint.

I never said she was a saint. But she’s never done anything like this before. And neither have I.

Yeah. And lucky for me, the two of you will do just about anything to save your sweet mama, whom I will deliver to you safe and sound as long as your sister comes through.

She will. It won’t be long now before she’s Mrs. Chad DiMera.

Yeah, uh… here’s the thing about that. Mrs. Chad DiMera, that don’t work for me. [tense music] The widow DiMera. That’s more like it.

WidowDiMera? [tense music] What are you talking about? I thought you just wanted Chad’s fortune. I thought my sister was going to drain his accounts.

That could get messy. It’s easier if he dies. That way, she inherits and I collect. Easy-peasy.

But– but wouldn’t Chad’s death just raise questions?

I’m just chilling here in supermax. It can’t get traced back to me.

What good is Chad’s fortune to you in here?

My lawyer’s been hard at work. With any luck, I should be out of here in plenty of time to collect my DiMera windfall.

How is that possible? I mean, you out of here? I mean, you’re a convicted murderer.

Ah, here’s the thing. With Abigail’s resurrection, there ain’t no murder victim. Hence, no murder conviction. [laughs] I mean, you don’t need to be a doctor ora lawyer to figure that one out.

What about your– your drug ring? I mean, the other stuff?

My lawyer has found enough procedural infractions that they’ll throw the whole case out. Suffice to say, I will soon be a free man.

You remember our life together?

Um, it’s–um, yeah. I don’t remember specific events, but I’m– [sighs] It’s like I can– I’m not remembering memories. I’m remembering feelings. Like, I know that I was here before. I remember being here. I remember the–the pitter-patter of the kids’ feet on the floor and the window. Like, the light, how the light came in the window. I–I feel like–for the first time, I feel like me. I feel like I’m Abigail Johanna Deveraux DiMera. I–I–[laughs] I can feel it in my body! [both laugh] Oh! [laughs] [mysterious music] And Chad, Chad, that’s not all I remember. I–

I remember you. I–I remember… how much I love you so much. I love you so much.

Now, all I am saying is if I was hit by a car, paralyzed, and the driver drove away, I would be highly motivated to make sure he paid for what he did.

Well, I don’t think that Sarah would be dishonest to make that happen. And in fact, she confided to me that Xander asked her to lie about something and then she just flat-out refused.

Really?

Yeah.

Well, I’m sure justice is being served, but… I can’t rejoice over it because Brady’s a decent guy. And even if he is addicted to alcohol, that’s not a moral flaw. It’s just an illness, as you know very well.

Yeah, I do. I know that Brady is a good person, and I know he has a good heart. He just made a terrible decision. And as much as I don’t at all rejoice, as you put it, he’s being punished for that decision, a price that he has to pay.

And wants to pay, I hear?

Yes, he does. And you know, once he is incarcerated, I hope that Xander and Sarah can move forward with their lives and heal. [tense music]

Are you insane? You can’t–you can’t charge Sarah with perjury.

Like hell I can’t. She made a sworn statement to the police, and now she’s saying that statement is false.

EJ, Xander just told you that I’ve been on pain meds. My memory is a little mixed up lately.

Mm-hmm, and next week, you’ll say you came off the pain meds a little too early, and you’ll want to retract the retraction, and so on and so forth.

I won’t do that. I made a mistake. Please, you have to release Brady. [soft suspenseful music]

Fine. You made a mistake. A mistake that is going to cost you ten years behind bars.

Ten years? What are you talking about?

There’s a plea deal on the table. Brady has agreed to ten years in prison. And trust me, as DA, I will see to it that someone serves that sentence. If it’s not Brady, it’s going to be Sarah.

You think I’m just going to let you bully us into silence?

Try me. I have Sarah’s original statement, and I fully intend to use it to put Brady in prison. If you two want to stop me, go for it. I’ll just have Sarah take his place. I’ll leave the rest up to you.

I’m sorry, I guess I should have clarified. Brady did leave on his own initially, but then I went after him. You see, I was afraid he might be too drunk to drive. So I found him outside and I offered to call him a cab.

But he refused.

[sighs] Well, he insisted he was fine. I could see that he wasn’t, but he wouldn’t listen. So I let him go. If I’d known what was going to happen, Eric, I would have done everything humanly possible to stop him from driving. And I deeply regret that I didn’t. [suspenseful jazzy music]

How did you get home that night?

After Brady left, I took a cab back to my hotel. And then later, Xander called me to tell me about Sarah. [Fiona sighs] I can still hear the fear in his voice. It was just awful. And in fact-[sighs] I’d rather not keep reliving this, so if there’s nothing else–

Just one more thing. Were you drinking that night?

[scoffs] Was Idrinking that night?

That was the question, yes.

Well, the answer is no. I don’t drink, ever. I’m a recovering alcoholic.

As is Brady.

[sighs] Touché. But I assure you I haven’t had a drink in years.

So you didn’t partake with Brady? You just watched him drink?

[sighs] Like I said, we talked while he drank. And before you even think about it, Maggie and I stuck to sparkling cider for my son’s wedding. Feel free to ask around if you don’t believe me.

No, no, no, I don’t think that’ll be necessary.

Good. Because I must say this is starting to feel like the third degree.

Well, I’m just a curious person who’s looking out for his brother.

Right. I understand. And I hope that I have been of some help to you.

You’ve been very helpful. Thank you for all your time. [Fiona sighs] [suspenseful jazzy music]

That arrogant bastard. He’s going to ruin everything. I should have knocked his teeth in.

Xander, please, just focus. [Xander takes deep breath] [suspenseful music] What are we going to do? Kristen is not going to hand over that serum if Brady’s still being charged.

We tried. I mean, that’ll have to be good enough. Look, Kristen knows what a stubborn ass her brother is. Maybe–maybe she’ll understand and give us the serum anyway. I have to talk to her right now.

OK. I’ll go with you.

No, no, no. You stay here. I’ll handle this.

As for me, I shall take comfort in the fact that Sarah got her memory back, so hopefully, Abigail can get her memory back, too, especially now that they’re in Paris together.

Oh, let’s hope.

Hmm. Whether she remembers or not, she did swear when they returned, she will tell the children her mother’s alive. [suspenseful music]

That would obviously be an easier conversation if she had her memory back.

Oh, much easier.

Ay, sounds like there’s a lot riding on this Paris trip.

Mm-hmm.

[chuckles] I’m so happy that you remember who you are. [Abigail chuckling] And who I am. That’s a plus. And that you remember how much we love each other.

Yeah. Yeah. [moaning]

Wait, Chad, Chad.

What? What? What’s wrong?

Wait, wait, wait. I– [groans softly] Oh, I can’t do this. [sighs]

But I don’t understand. If you actually have a chance at freedom, why risk it by murdering Chad?

I told you. It ain’t going to get traced back to me.

So what? You’re going to send a hitman?

[chuckles] Yes, sir.

And I’m looking right at him. [intense ominous music]

Kristen? Are you here? We need to talk! [tense music]

Sarah.

Eric! I saw that you called. I was just about to call you back.

I’m sorry I stopped by unannounced, but I needed to talk to you.

Yeah, I assume it’s about Brady. Eric, I should have–[sighs] I should have come to you after I came forward.

Listen, that’s why I’m here. I need to ask you something, and I want you to be honest with me. [suspenseful music] Is Brady innocent? Are you covering for your mother-in-law?

God, I hope Brady’s brother bought my story. Otherwise–[sighs] Actually, let’s just not think about otherwise. [ominous music]

[Fiona sighs]

Well, I should get back to Sarah. It was so good catching up with you, Julie.

Oh, yes. I’m praying for your daughter, you know.

I’m doing the same for Abigail and Chad.

Thank you. Yeah. Boy, it just galls me that all the misery in this family goes right back to Clyde Weston.

Yeah, I can’t believe that he had Abigail all this time. And we thought she was dead!

Yeah, well, he’s in supermax now, and he can’t hurt a single member of this family ever again.

Yay.

[Mark scoffs]

You want me to kill Chad?

Nothing gets past you, does it, kid?

No, I won’t do it. I can’t.

Son, the way I see it, you’ve got blood on your hands no matter what happens. You see, either Chad dies… or your mama does.

[Abigail sighing]

Chad, I have to be honest with you.

About what?

– I hate it. I hate the thought of how Chad would feel if he knew that this was all a lie, how hurt he’ll be when he finds out. Has the man not been through enough?

The reason you’re so upset is because you have a good heart, and I love you for that. Hey, this hasn’t been easy for me either. I mean, the man obviously went through hell when his wife was murdered. And now to make him think that she’s back when she’s not when she never will be back. But what’s the alternative?

There is no alternative. I mean, once I got the text from Clyde… [Mark sighs] It’s clearer now than ever. [sighs] [suspenseful music] [Abigail sighs]

[Abigail sighs] We don’t have a choice. I have to get Chad to the altar soon for his wedding number four.

They’re going to kill her. Our mother’s a dead woman.

Um… I don’t…

I don’t think it’s a good idea that we’re intimate just yet.

OK. Yeah, that’s fine. We can wait as long as you want to.

Well, I don’t want to wait that long. Um, I mean… I think there’s something that we should do first.

OK. What? [dramatic music]

Chad, what if we got married?

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[scoffs] Weddings.

Ooh. Practicing your Frisbee technique.

[laughs] Melinda, what are you doing here?

I’m just seeing how you’re doing since our little ordeal with that ticking time bomb known as Connie Vininski. Man, I was sure you were a goner when that place blew.

I was sure, too. But I’m doing OK, obviously. Due to be released later today, in fact.

Oh, glad to hear it. And I have to admit, Gabi, I’m not just here checking in. I have a bit of an ulterior motive. [foreboding music] ,::, [tense music]

– Bonjour, mon frere. Join me for a tipple? Oh, I know what you’re going to say– but, brother, it’s barely noon. To which I’ll reply, but it’ll help ventilate that salty, dour disposition you’ve got going on.

Unlike you. Why are you so jolly?

I’m more than jolly. I am ecstatic now that that miserable miscreant, Brady Black, is, at long last, getting his just deserts. Whoo-hoo. [sirens wailing]

So Holly’s going to go see her mom in Paris, huh?

Yeah. Just hoping that it helps Holly remind her of how close that she and Nicole have always been.

Yeah, I’m sure it will.

I don’t know. EJ, he’s been working really hard to poison Holly against her.

[scoffs] EJ. Yeah, he’s been busy doing a lot these days.

W-what do you mean?

EJ was just in here earlier discussing the plea that I’m going to enter in tomorrow’s hearing.

And?

I’m not changing my mind. I’m guilty of the crime, Eric. It’s the way I’m going to plead. [tense music]

[baby crying]

Oh, shush, shush, shush. Mummy will get it. It’s OK. Don’t cry, baby. I almost have it. [baby crying] It’s OK.

Well, that’s no excuse, is it? Get it done, now.

Ooh, my sentiments exactly.

Kristen, what the hell are you doing here?

Well, I’d just like to know, when are you going to get Brady out of jail?

How about never? Does that work for you?

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

An ulterior motive, huh? You mind telling me what that is? And what’s all that?

Just some Gabi Chic paperwork I need you to sign.

Oh, OK.

Also– and this is a little awkward because we work together– but Stefan asked me to draw up divorce papers for him.

Really?

Of course, my first loyalty is to my job at DiMera, and you are a big part of DiMera, obviously. And–

Meaning?

Meaning, if you want me to turn Stefan down, you just say the word.

Oh, yeah. You get your jollies that way, don’t you? By putting people behind bars. Well, that and sleeping with your brother’s wife, of course.

Oh, for which I am hardly culpable since she came on to me, as I’ve told you repeatedly.

Right, and you turned her down, right? Oh, no, you didn’t, because that would actually take somebody with moral fiber to do that.

Well, it’s all moot now, isn’t it, since, from what I understand, you and Gabi are well on your way to a divorce?

What do you know about that?

Oh, Gabi told me when I saw her last night. [tense music]

[baby crying] [phone ringing]

Sarah, are you all right?

Yes, I’m fine. Victoria is crying because she threw her toy, and I promised that I could get it, and I can’t.

No, well, let me help you, sweetheart. [baby crying] There you go, my little bunny. No more crying now.

Thank you. [gentle piano music]

EJ did offer a deal, a reduced sentence in exchange for a guilty plea.

How long?

Ten years.

Ten years. Brady–

No, I’m fine with it. I’m fine. Although my dad is going to be pretty depressed about it. I really think he was hoping that Justin was going to perform some kind of miracle if the thing went to trial. But honestly, brother, I don’t– I don’t want a slap on the wrist for this. I just need to pay for what I did.

What do you mean, you’re not going to get Brady out of jail?

I thought it was pretty self-explanatory.

Xander, perhaps I didn’t make myself clear the last time we spoke. The only way Sarah is going to get out of that wheelchair is if you free Brady. At which time, I will hand over Rolf’s miracle serum, and then voila, Sarah will be running the K by spring.

It’s a very intriguing proposal, Kristen. I suppose my only question is, why should I believe a word you say? [tense music]

Huh, you visited Gabi in her hospital room last night. Why?

Oh, just to inform her that her overbearing brother, Rafe Hernandez, warned me to stay away from her. I just wanted to make her aware of our little conversation, given that we all have to coexist in the same happy household. Well, at least until your divorce goes through.

Well, if I know Gabi well, and I think that I do, she wants nothing to do with you now that our marriage is over and she can’t use you anymore for revenge sex. But I would heed Rafe’s advice and stay the hell away from her.

You know, Gabi mentioned that it was you who filed for divorce.

So?

Well, if the marriage is truly over, why do I have to stay away from her? Why do you care?

Stefan told me he was going to file. We both agreed that our marriage was over, so it’s time to move forward, isn’t it? I retained counsel a while back, so he has to do the same, obviously. So–

So–

Go ahead. You can represent him. Fine by me.

It just feels so wrong sitting here with Daniel’s heart beating in my chest. I wouldn’t be here if he hadn’t have died. I guess it’s like I squandered the gift, you know.

Brady, you didn’t squander away anything. You have a future ahead of you. You’re going to be able to atone for the things that you did.

Maybe. I just don’t– I don’t feel this guilt going away anytime soon.

No, not completely. But you will learn how to live with it.

I don’t know what I would have done if you didn’t just come in right now. Everyone’s out, including the staff, because I told my mom that I could be fine on my own with Victoria, and clearly, I am not.

But you are fine, Sarah. Now, you listen to me. A tired and cranky toddler will cry and shriek and whatever else. It’s what they do. Victoria will probably throw that toy out just as many times as you’re willing to go and fetch it and give it back to her. She’s at that testing age.

I’m failing the test.

Oh, darling, you’re not failing anything. Oh, my god. If I had even a fraction of your courage, of your pluck– how you’ve carried yourself through this painful ordeal is– mostly, it’s just remarkable. Truly. I am so sorry.

What are you sorry for?

Brady and I, what a tragic mistake that was.

You couldn’t have known that that was going to happen. Fiona, Xander and I are so grateful to you for all the help that you have given during this difficult time. And I thank you for keeping your counsel about me lying to the police.

Of course. Your lie saved Brady and my son, too.

I just– I want you to know that I would have– I would have never done that. I would have never ID’d Brady to the police if I had any doubt that he was the one driving that night. I– I just– I wish that I could remember seeing him behind the wheel. I do. [tense music] I’m sorry, did–

Oh, no, no, no. It’s OK. It’s saddens me what happened. It just saddens me terribly.

Yeah. [sniffles] I think she’s finally asleep.

Yes, she is.

Fiona, I don’t mean to be rude, but I think that I just need a little bit of time alone with my daughter to prove to myself that I can– I can do this and potentially much more.

Yeah. Are you sure?

Yeah, I am.

All right. I’ll see you later then. And as you, my little darling.

[sobbing]

Are you insane? I’m not going to let my wife be used as Dr. Rolf’s Guinea pig.

Don’t you think you should let her make her own decision?

Listen to me, Kristen. I’m not going to let Sarah get her hopes up about some mystical potion that, at best, might be ineffective, and at worst, God knows, especially when I don’t know if it even exists.

Oh, trust me, Xander, it does exist. Rolf has been working on it round the clock. And I spoke with him this morning, and it’s just about ready.

And I should trust you why?

Look, I know that Dr. Rolf is rather eccentric, ethically dubious at times, but the man is a genius. And he already used a related drug on Kayla and Kate and Marlena and Bo. And he kept my brother Stefan alive for years without a heart. So, for God’s sake, Xander–

Fine. If it is as you say it is, take me to the man’s lab. Show me the proof.

Take you to the– so what, you can get your thugs and bust in, appropriate the drug without giving yours truly what I deserve? I don’t think so, Xander. But here’s what I will do for you. I will provide you with clinical data. Sarah can look it over and make her own decision, but you have to make sure that the charges against Brady go poof and disappear.

How the hell am I supposed to do that?

How do you think, Xander? Brady was free and clear until your wife made her bogus statement that he was the one behind the wheel.

It was not bogus.

She’s going to have to recant. You do understand.

I can’t ask her to do that.

You’re going to have to ask her because if you don’t, she’ll never walk again, and it will be your fault. [tense music]

You know, EJ, Gabi and I might be through, but I still care about her. And I will not have her yoked to an ass like you.

Mm. But that’s not your jurisdiction anymore, now, is it? At any rate, we all have to live together somehow, civilly, at least until she wrests the home from you and some of your other assets.

It’s not going to happen.

No?

No.

You do know that divorces can get quite nasty, messy? Ugh.

Yeah, I do. But Gabi and I talked. And we both feel that this has already gotten out of hand enough. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if she never showed up in this house…

again.

[twangy music]

Ten years.

Well, apparently, Brady’s OK with it. He feels strongly.

He wants to pay for the price for what he did. I know.

And I know you’re hoping there is more to it.

I’m not just hoping, Dad.

What do you mean?

I know there’s more. I am convinced that there’s more to it.

I thought you were at the office.

Sarah, there’s something we need to– sweetheart, what is it? Tell me.

It’s– honestly, it’s nothing. Victoria threw her toy, and I couldn’t reach it. And she was crying, and I was just this big ball of stress. And thank god that your mom came in when she did because–

Sarah, I’m so sorry.

I hated it. I hated it. I felt so helpless, like I couldn’t be a mother to my own daughter, and I–

Hey, don’t you dare say that. You’re the best mom that Victoria could ever ask for.

I don’t want this. I don’t want a pep talk. I really don’t. [gentle piano music]

I shouldn’t have even let myself get this upset, like, over what, a toy on the ground? I– plenty of parents with disabilities raise children, and they manage, so I just– It’s a fact of life now for me. I am disabled, and there’s nothing I can do about it, so–

Darling, that’s not necessarily true.

Fiona.

Hello, Brady.

Hello. I didn’t expect to see you. The last time I saw you, I thought it was goodbye.

I know what I said that day, but things are different now.

Different how?

When we spoke last time, I thought you were going to be a free man. But since Sarah identified you as the hit-and-run driver, it looks as though you’re going to prison, for a lengthy stay at that.

How does that change anything?

Well, because– [tense music] –I have a confession to make.

Wait, did you say she would never– [laughs] sorry, sorry, sorry. My brother is once again colossally wrong.

Wrong about what?

Ah, never mind that. How did you– how did you get here? I take it you were–

Discharged. I took a taxi.

Oh, well, you should have called. I would have had Harold come and pick you up. Or better yet, I would have grabbed you myself.

Yeah, well, I know you have a busy schedule.

Busier than I’d like. Sometimes busier than I’d like. Speaking of which, I am late for a meeting, so– [chuckles] –if you’ll excuse me.

So.

How are you?

Hanging in there. Although I’m a little thrown, I admit, by my last visitor before I left the hospital.

Who was that?

Melinda Trask. She told me you hired her.

I needed a lawyer.

I get that. But isn’t it kind of unusual to hire corporate counsel as a family attorney?

I want somebody in my corner who I can trust.

Oh, you trust her? I see. I guess it helps that she’s got a little schoolgirl crush on you, doesn’t it?

Look, Gabi, this is–

Oh, yeah, ’cause you know Melinda will really go to the mat for you, make sure I don’t take you for everything you’re worth, right?

Is that still what you’re planning on doing, Gabi?

Did you say a serum from Dr. Rolf?

Sarah, I know it sounds pretty risky and more than a little, I don’t know, woo-woo, but–

A little?

Just hear me out, Sarah. Kristen gave me the data touting this drug’s efficacy.

Really? There’s data? Is it written in Comic Sans?

Look, I understand your misgivings, but it seems like the real deal, and you can totally go over all this data yourself.

Mm-hmm. But, Xander, why? [tense music] Why is Kristen willing to help us this way?

Well, there is just one catch.

Oh, you mean besides injecting myself with an experimental drug cooked up by a ponytailed madman? I can’t wait to hear this.

Sarah.

OK, sorry. OK. OK. I’m being negative. What’s the catch?

Kristen won’t give us the serum, unless we–

Go on. Unless we what?

Unless you disavow your positive identification of Brady.

Excuse me?

Look, Sarah, I’m sorry. I know that I’m the reason you felt you had to lie to the police in the first place. And I hate putting you through all these contortions, but what if this thing works? What if it could heal you? Wouldn’t it be worth it to walk again, to run again, to play with Victoria?

I– I– I need to think about it.

Of course. It’s just, this is a limited-time offer. Brady’s plea hearing is tomorrow. But I can call EJ right now to come and take your statement. Just say the word.

Look, Eric, I know how much you really want to believe that, by some miracle, your brother isn’t responsible for Sarah’s accident, but–

Dad, it’s more than that. I’m telling you, there’s something. It’s just not adding up.

Like what?

Like Sarah suddenly remembering that she saw Brady at the wheel, even though hypnosis couldn’t break through whatever mental blocks she had?

Isn’t it possible it just came to her?

No. Not according to Mom. She said that it would be exceedingly rare without a triggering incident. And also Jada.

Go on.

Well, Jada, when Jada came to arrest Brady, Xander was there in his room.

Xander was there? How’d he get in? Was the door unlocked?

He said it was, but I spoke to Tate, who swore that he locked it behind him.

So Xander broke in somehow?

He must have. But, Dad, I’m telling you, Brady was adamant that he hadn’t been drinking before Tate tucked him to bed.

OK, so what are you thinking?

I’m thinking he must have been drugged.

Drugged? Damn.

Dad, but listen, the whole point of the story is that it just seems off somehow.

Oh, I agree.

OK, let’s keep all that in mind. Yesterday, I saw Sarah in the park talking to her mother-in-law, Fiona.

And?

I overheard them talking about some kind of secret they were keeping. And since I know Fiona and Brady were in a relationship–

Wait a minute. I had no idea.

Yeah, it was brief, apparently. And it’s been over for a while now. But is it possible that somehow–

That somehow what?

Somehow, Fiona is connected to the accident.

Well, yeah, I suppose it could be, I mean, if they were in a relationship at that time.

And they were.

So you’re thinking it’s possible that Xander’s mom was with Brady that night, and that’s the secret that she and Sarah are keeping?

That’s exactly what I’m thinking.

Easy way to find out. Ask Brady.

Dad, I could, but he doesn’t remember a lot about that night. I have another idea. [dramatic music]

You have a confession?

As you well know, when I first came to Salem, I sold my son a bill of goods. I told him I was sober, for one thing. It was the only way that he was going to accept me back into his life. And it’s the only reason that I got to know my beautiful granddaughter, Victoria, and Sarah, too, which has brought me so much joy. [melancholy music]

But watching Sarah suffer firsthand, it’s made me realize, Brady, I can’t keep– [door opens]

Who the hell are you, and what are you doing here? [tense music]

[tense music] * *

Well, I’m certainly well within my rights, as I’m sure you know, to take as much of the DiMera fortune as I can get. As I told you when we last saw each other, more than anything, I just want this to be over with. You said the same. There’s nothing left to fight for.

Right. I did. So what are you doing here, Gabi?

I didn’t come to see you. If I had known you were here, I’d have waited.

I came to collect my things.

So you– you’re going to–

Moving out, for good.

Um…

Just give me a few minutes, and you can tell Melinda that I will be out of your hair, OK?

Yeah. Yeah. Sure. [sniffles]

This better be good, Xander. I was supposed to be in a meeting minutes ago.

Oh, it’s very important. I want to talk to you about the Brady Black case.

Oh, well, I wanted to discuss that with you as well. I have some brilliant news on that front, actually.

What is it?

Well, Brady and I worked out a little plea deal– years. Look, I know. I know you wanted more. So did I, but you never know what a jury might do. This, at least, guarantees Brady will be where he belongs, locked up in prison.

I wouldn’t be too sure about that. [tense music]

Kristen, this is Xander’s mother, Fiona Cook. Fiona, meet Kristen DiMera, Rachel’s mother.

Mm. Yes. I remember seeing a picture of you in the paper a while ago. And what are you doing here?

I was just about to tell Brady how trying it’s been to witness my daughter-in-law’s suffering as a result of his gross negligence. I’m glad he’s going to pay. Goodbye, Brady.

I don’t believe the nerve of that woman. I mean, what is her business coming in here being all high and mighty and saying those horrible things to you?

Kristen, you shouldn’t be here, either.

Ah, but I bring glad tidings, Mr. Black. You are getting out of here, and soon. [chuckles] [jazzy music]

Excuse me, can I talk to you for a second?

Sure thing. What can I do for you, pal?

Yeah, I was wondering if you’ve seen a certain person in here.

I see a lot of people in here, but I have to say, I don’t really get involved in personal stuff.

I understand. Do you happen to recognize this guy? Yeah, he’s my brother, actually.

Hard to forget that face.

Why is that?

Like I said, I don’t normally stick my nose in my customers’ business, but this guy, he was in here getting hammered one night, acting like a total jackass, looking for a fight.

All right, do you happen to remember what night that was?

I sure do. It was the night he went out and ran over that poor doctor.

So you were working that night? Well, if he was so intoxicated, why didn’t you stop him from leaving? That lady said she had it under control.

What lady? [tense music]

Is that really everything? It can’t be.

I asked Harold if he could send the rest.

Mm. So where are you– where are you going to stay, with Rafe, or–

If your lawyer needs to get in touch, I see her at the espresso machine every morning at work.

Yeah, that’s not why I was asking. I was just wondering because– [chuckles] Never mind. [clears throat] Anyway– [gentle music]

I thought we said our last goodbye yesterday.

Yeah, me too.

[chuckles] Don’t worry, Stefan. [chuckles] This will be the last time.

Yeah.

En otra vida, mi querido.

– En otra vida.

OK.

Kristen, whatever you’re thinking about doing, don’t do it, OK? Don’t. I know you want to help, OK, but the fact is, I’m pleading guilty tomorrow. And I’m going to be in prison for ten years.

Au contraire,Brady. It’s not going to get that far.

What do you mean? If you’re thinking about hurting Sarah in any way, Kristen–

I’m not going to hurt Sarah. Brady, Brady, Brady, absolutely not. Truth is, I mean, she is going to be on her knees thanking me when this is all done.

Why would she do that, Kristen?

Oh, you’ll see. [tense music]

God.

What do you mean Brady might not be going to prison?

Of course, we still want to see him punished for his crimes, EJ. It’s just, unfortunately–

Unfortunately what?

Sarah is no longer confident in the statement she gave to the police.

Is that so, Sarah?

It is. Yeah, I’m– I’m not sure that it was Brady driving that night.

Well, you seemed pretty damn sure when you called Detective Hunter to say, yes, it was definitely Brady.

Yeah, I–I–I was. I was. But honestly, now that I’ve had time to think about it, the image really isn’t very clear, so I don’t know. Maybe I dreamed it.

Dreamed it.

Mm-hmm.

Really?

Yeah. Yeah. I mean, possibly. I just– maybe because I just wanted to believe it.

Look, it’s probably worth mentioning that Sarah has been taking a cocktail of pain medications and muscle relaxants, et cetera, so her thinking has, no doubt, become a little bit muddled.

All right, all right, all right. Muddled thinking aside, what exactly are you both saying?

Well, what I’m saying is, I– I would like to recant my statement. [tense music]

Like hell you will.

Oh, right here. Was this the woman who was with my brother that night? [jazzy music]

Yep, that’s the one.

Do you happen to remember if they left together?

Oh, yeah, they sure did.

[foreboding music]

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So after Faith falls into the shark tank, I’m gonna have to figure out a way for Arrow to rescue her.

Going somewhere?

Well, yeah. I’m just headed to work.

Oh, you’re going to work, because you have a job, unlike yours truly.

Listen, Hattie–

Hey, save it, Judas. Thanks to you, I am out on my adorable ass.

Wow, would you look at that?

“To the executive producers of ‘Body & Soul.'”

Wow, We have fans already. [chuckles] Who’s that from?

Not signed.

It’s from me, you adorable people. It’s a thank-you for saving my life.

Whoa.

Whoa. ,::,

[giggles] [soft jazzy music]

Ah.

Good morning, Dr. Johnson.

Good morning, Seth. Can I do something for you?

You’ve already done it. As you know, I had, uh– initially had doubts about shooting “Body & Soul” here. And as it turns out, wow. It’s been a fun experience so far. Exciting, uplifting.

Right. Well, um, I did think it’d be a good thing for the hospital.

Oh, I wasn’t talking about the hospital. I was talking about me. I think I’ve been bitten by the acting bug.

Now, this is how I like to start my day.

Mm. Yeah, me too. You know, Chanel, I’m sorry we fought. You know, I–I– I know there’s no reason for me to be jealous of Alex.

You sure about that? [tense music]

Alex? What are you doing here?

What do you think I’m doing here, Johnny? I’m here to make mad, passionate love to your wife.

No, no, no. Stop! Stop it! I said stop it! [gasps]

Honey, what’s wrong?

Oh, Jada, I’m so happy to hear that Rafe is home. [chuckles] Well, I am not surprised that he is not the most cooperative patient, although I have no doubt that you can keep him in line. With me and Alex? Oh, nothing to report on that front. I didn’t even see him on set yesterday. [knocking on door] Well, it’s probably for the best. Like I told you, Alex just wants to be friends, and I am totally fine with that. [soft dramatic music]

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Jada, I have to go. There is someone at my door. Right, right. Yeah, talk soon.

I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to interrupt.

No, it’s okay. Come on in.

Thank you. [sighs]

Uh, Jada was just giving me an update on Rafe. He is home from the hospital.

Really? That’s great news.

I know, right? [chuckles] So what brings you by?

I just thought maybe you’d like a latte. I grabbed one for myself, and I figured to maybe bring one by for my buddy next door– pumpkin spice.

Oh, my favorite.

Yeah.

How nice to live across the hall from a man who can anticipate my needs.

Well, I just know how much we both appreciate our morning caffeine fix, so– sorry, I’m a little sweaty. I, uh, hit the gym this morning. I was trying to, you know, get the endorphins going, trying to work off some of these nerves.

Oh. Why? Are you shooting today?

Yes, I am. Big love scene with Chanel.

Here you go.

Thanks.

Mm-hmm. So you were yelling “stop it” in your sleep. Bad dream, I assume?

Yeah, yeah.

Wanna tell me about it?

Not really.

Oh, come on. [tense music]

Fine. Uh… it was about you and Alex.

Okay.

Yeah, yeah. He got into bed with us, said it was time to tape your sex scene. He started making out with you while I watched.

Oh, ugh. Johnny, I’m so sorry you had that dream. But I guess it kind of makes sense since you’re going to be directing our love scene today.

Right. And look, Chanel, I know that–that you’ve been a little upset with me for my jealousy issues. And I also know that I can’t let my own irrational feelings get in the way of me doing my job. Hey, it’s just that when I see you guys together like I did at the photo shoot, it– it brings back these images to me of you and him actually together. Like, for real.

Okay, Johnny, I keep telling you this, but this time, could you please just try and believe me, okay?

Yes.

Okay. I’m gonna tell you this one more time. And I hope that this is the last time that I have to tell you. Alex and I– there are no feelings, okay? I have no feelings for Alex. That time that he and I and Allie were together– that is in the past. And unlike you, I never think about that anymore, okay? He and I are just co-workers now and friends.

Friends?

I thought we were friends, Leo. At least we were– we were “Drag Race” buddies.

We still are. In fact, I just loaded up on pork rinds for our next “Drag Race” binge.

You know what? You can forget about any of those. I’m–I’m–swearing off pork rinds. I think they’re leaving me bloated.

They are. What about jelly beans or plant-based jerky?

Ugh, yuck!

Okay, look, Hattie, I know that you’re upset.

Upset? Upset? My so-called friend writes me off the show I was starring in? That show was gonna get me a Daytime Emmy.

But I didn’t write you off. It wasn’t me.

Oh, because I thought you were the head writer.

Look, I’m just a hired gun.

Oh, that shot me in the back.

No, no, it wasn’t my call. The producers are the ones who make those decisions. Look, I would have loved for Charlemagne Delacroix to remain on the show. She is an amazing character to write. In fact, I am in full-blown mourning over her impending death.

Yeah, well, tell your problems to somebody else. I’m the one who’s kicking the bucket without any notice at all.

Okay, that was not my call, either. I wanted to tell you, Hattie. I did.

Why didn’t you?

Because–

Why didn’t you?

Because… Abe and Kate were worried that if you knew about being fired, you would leave the set without finishing your scenes, and then we’d all be screwed and out of work.

Oh. Out of work, just like me. I kind of like the sound of that. [bright acoustic music]

Okay. [chuckles] Okay, maybe I went a little overboard saying you saved my life because it was actually Kassandra’s life you saved. It’s just that I feel like she’s such a part of me now, you know? And when I heard that Kassandra was buying the farm, well, Bonnie Kiriakis– she was putting down the down payment. And I know it sounds a little wackadoodle, but I swear to God, it’s the truth. It’s like Kassandra and me– we were definitely separated at birth, you know?

Yeah, right.

I read the script, and I saw that I was gonna be a goner– especially the way too. It was so creepy. It was flesh-eating disease. Ugh! But now none of that matters because my hunky son brought me that miracle cure. Thank God. [chuckles] And now Hattie’s gonna get the ax instead. Speaking of which, um– [clears throat] Now that Charlemagne is dead, I mean, um, like, all her stuff’s gonna be up for grabs, right? [light jazzy music]

Her stuff?

Well, yeah, like her clothes. Oh, and, um, her mansion. Oh, you know what? I know. Kassandra could buy Charlemagne’s mansion from her grief-stricken husband. Oh, no, better yet, I could get the grief-stricken husband. Yeah, see, he could be all sad and lonely. And then Kassandra could come along and make him realize that she was his type more so than Charlemagne ever was, or something like that. And then she would make him forget about his nasty, dead wife. And they would live happily ever after, right? It’s good, right? I know it’s good. I should pitch this to Leo, right? Right? Am I right? I’m right, right? Oh, come on, right?

Better yet, forget about Charlemagne’s sloppy seconds. I could marry Thrust. And then I would be heir to the Manning fortune, and I could run Manning Enterprises!

Okay. Just hold on, madam CEO, because you are not going to be controlling anything anytime soon. You are not going to be marrying Thrust. You are not going to be getting Charlemagne’s mansion or her gowns, which you would just turn into matching outfits for you and your Schnauzer.

But Muffy is a Shi Tzu.

Muffy is Kassandra’s off-camera dog. No one’s ever seen Muffy. No one cares what breed she is. So you, my dear, need to listen up. “Body & Soul” is an ensemble production. When Hattie didn’t respect that, we had no choice but to buy her a one-way ticket to soap opera heaven.

Well, don’t you think Charlemagne actually went to someplace a little hotter?

Either way, I’m sure she would love to have Kassandra join her there. [tense jazzy music]

Got it. [chuckles] No, really, I’m just a– I got–I mean, uh, “Body & Soul” is not a one-star vehicle. And I just, ah, went a little overboard. I’m really sorry. I’m sorry.

It’s okay, Bonnie.

[clears throat]

Just remember, now and into the future, that “Body & Soul” has no stars. We all–we all work together in harmony.

With a modicum of humility.

Oh, of course. No, I got it. I got it. I would never want to be like Hattie. I mean, she doesn’t even know the meaning of the word humility– or modicum. [chuckles] [clears throat] Actually, I don’t know the meaning of modicum either, but I’m guessing it means a little.

It does. Kind of. But I think we should aim for more than a little.

I promise. I will. [chuckles] Again, I–[stammers] Although I was thinking, you know, now that Hattie is uh, gone, I’m sure you have a little extra cash, and I thought maybe I could have a little raise. Oh, or maybe not. [chuckles] I know. It’ll be fine. So I know you guys got a lot of work to do, so I’m gonna leave you at it. And, uh, enjoy the fruit. It’s fabulous. You’re fabulous. I’m just gonna head on out. Sayonara. See you later. Love you all. Toodles! [door shuts]

So they wrote you in another scene for today.

Yeah, the producers were apparently impressed with my performance yesterday. I mean, who knew I was a gifted thespian, right?

Well, you are obviously a man of many talents.

Well, I won’t give up my day job just yet, but since we’re talking about my budding acting career, Kayla, if you have any influence with the BS producers, maybe you can let them know I wouldn’t be adverse to a romantic interest, maybe a love scene or two. Yeah.

So you’re shooting your love scene with Chanel today?

Mm-hmm.

I thought you were talking to Kate about putting it off.

Yeah. And we did talk to her, but apparently there’s been too many actors asking for so many script changes that now Kate is afraid to ask Leo to do any more rewrites. So unfortunately, the scene cannot be postponed. And it’s a go.

Hmm. You must be disappointed.

I am disappointed. I mean, like I said, it’s just happening too soon. Faith and Arrow’s character shouldn’t be sleeping together this fast. It’s like rushing the whole story, you know?

Yeah. No, I get why you think that.

Yeah.

Well, how do you feel playing opposite Chanel in general? I mean, since you two don’t seem to get along, right?

Uh, actually, it’s not that much of an issue anymore. Chanel and I–we just decided to call a truce. And we thought that it would be best if now that we’re working together, we, you know, just try and start fresh.

Well, that’s very mature of you.

I know. Thank you.

Yeah. [laughs]

Thank you. And now that this whole huge love scene is happening today, I’m just praying that we can get through it without any problems.

Well, I’m sure you’ll be fine, since, obviously, you and Chanel have worked things out.

Yeah.

But how does Johnny feel about all this? [tense music]

I–I thought you and Alex couldn’t stand each other. Now all of a sudden, you’re friends?

Okay, what’s so shocking about that? I mean, we obviously have to work together, so we decided that it would make things a little less awkward if we just got along.

Okay. Okay. Yeah, you know what? You’re right. You’re right. The less backstage drama, the better.

Mm-hmm. Yeah. Yeah, there’s gonna be enough drama on screen.

Right.

Mm-hmm.

You know what? Speaking of which, we should probably get a move on. I don’t want to be late for rehearsals.

Yeah, yeah. I got to run, too, because Alex and I are gonna run those hospital scenes before we get started.

Hospital scenes? I thought–I thought all the hospital scenes were between, uh, Alex– I mean, uh, Arrow and his mom.

Yeah, it starts with the mom in the bed. And then Faith and Arrow end up–

Oh, no, right. Yep, yep, got it. How could I forget? Um, well, that’s great. I–I need to get to set anyway because we’re shooting Charlemagne’s death scenes first, which I have a feeling is going to be a little tricky.

[chuckles]

The way I see it, Leo, is that you are an accomplice after the fact of getting my character killed off.

What? How’s that?

How’s that? You know exactly how that is. Look, I’m just feeling kind of tricked and duped, you know, because I thought–you know, when I read the script, I thought that Bonnie was the one being killed off.

That’s because I thought it would be more of a shock to the audience. And we both know that shocking the audience equals a rise in ratings if they thought that Kassandra was not long for the world, only to have Charlemagne give up the ghost instead.

Well, that’s very clever of you and very hurtful, Leo. I mean, you killed me off before I even had a chance to have a week under contract. And, I mean, I was– I was kind of thinking that maybe I would– I would get a Daytime Emmy nomination, at least have a fan club started. You– Do you know how that makes me feel? [sobs]

I’m really sorry, Hattie. I am. I hate that things turned out this way. But, um– look on the bright side.

The bright side? You mean that I don’t have a job, and I’m a loser?

Oh, come on. Don’t talk like that. You are a winner, Hattie. You’re a total babe. You are charming and spirited. And even when you are bloated on pork rinds, you manage to be a whole lot of fun.

Well, right–right now, what I am is– I’m a whole lot of miffed.

I get that. Believe me, I do. But to quote the sagacious Roman Brady, “It is called show business, not show friendship.” So even though we’re not gonna be working together anymore, I really hope we can still hang out.

Let me think. No. No. I don’t want to watch the drag show with you anymore. And I don’t want to eat pork rinds with you anymore. I just–I just– I want–if you see me coming down the street, I want you to go the other way. Because if you don’t, Leo, I. Will. End. You. [scoffs] [bright acoustic music]

Hey, I’m hoping Johnny will be cool with, you know, directing my love scene with Chanel. And I even suggested to the guy that if he feels uncomfortable, maybe we could hire another director to shoot just those scenes.

And he didn’t go for that idea?

No, no. He wants to prove that he’s Mr. Professional.

Right. Well, good for him. And I hope it all works out.

Yeah, fingers crossed. Anyway, I should probably go get cleaned up. I really don’t wanna make Chanel work too hard at trying to act like she’s attracted to me.

We certainly wouldn’t want that. [chuckles]

Right. I’ll see you.

Hey, do you want a ride to set?

No, you don’t have to do that.

Oh, consider it a thank-you for the latte.

All right, then. Fair enough. I’ll be back in a little bit. I really do need a shower.

Yeah. [chuckles] I could use a cold shower myself. Hmm.

Hey, Leo. I’m glad you’re here. I was just reading over your long story. And unfortunately, we don’t have the budget for a shark tank. We’re gonna have to scale down. How do you feel about goldfish bowl?

That’s fine. [tense music]

I was expecting a fight. Something wrong?

I’m just hating on myself, feeling like a bad friend and a rotten, insubstantial person in general, confirming everything my mother thinks about me, even though she’s all of those things, which is probably why I’m this way since she passed down half of her putrid DNA to me.

Okay, do you think you could just possibly tell me what you’re upset about?

I ran into Hattie. She blames me for killing her off, even though I said it was your and Abe’s idea.

Oh. Well, thanks for that.

And I get the feeling that Hattie has a PhD in grudge holding. And she can be spiteful and vindictive. Well, it’s more than a feeling. Her last words to me were, “You better watch out because I will get you.”

Whoa. [chuckles] Well, I’m sure at some point she’ll calm down.

Yeah, maybe when we’re all killed off in real life, like at the turn of the nd century.

Oh, come on. Really? It’ll be sooner than that. I’ll tell you what. They are about to tape the death scene as we speak. Do you wanna watch it on the monitor?

[sighs] No, I’m too verklempt to even think about it.

Okay, everyone, we are shooting item today. Abe, I wasn’t expecting to see you on set today.

Yeah, well, you know, I thought it would be best to have one of the producers here on set for Hattie’s death scene.

Hmm.

Just in case.

Right. Yeah, good call.

Mm.

Okay. Can I please get background set, and I need a Dr. Lamoray.

Blake Lamoray, M.D., at your service.

Fantastic. You’re gonna be over there. And, Kassandra, you are also gonna be over there. Now, we just need a Charlemagne. [ominous music] Charlemagne? Charlemagne?

Charlemagne. Charlemagne. Where are you?

[winces]

Chanel. Chanel, are you all right?

Uh, no, not really. I think I threw my back out.

Oh, well, here, let me check it out. Oh, dear.

[winces]

What happened?

Uh, I was, um– I came over to go to the hospital with Johnny. And when we got there, I was supposed to rehearse with Alex, but I had a little bit of time, so I decided to stop by Sweet Bits and check in.

Well, did you lift anything heavy?

No, I wish. Then I’d feel a little less stupid. I was cutting through the park on my way back to the hospital. And I bent down to tie my shoe. And then I just– I felt this nasty twinge in my back.

I don’t think it’s anything serious. I think you might have pulled a muscle.

Ah. That’s good because I have to get to set. I have a big scene with Alex. [groans]

You know what? I think what you need to do is rest a little bit, okay? Last I checked, you have some time before the scene, okay? [suspenseful jazz music]

Thanks for giving me a ride. Now I can get in that extra rehearsal time with Chanel.

Not a problem. And I will go check and see what they’re shooting now.

All right. I’ll see you. Oh, damn. [sighs]

What is it?

Chanel’s running late. Damn it. Oh, my God, I just wanted to run through our scenes a few times. That way, I was off book before blocking, you know? I don’t suppose you’d wanna run some lines with me?

Uh, sure. I mean, production probably doesn’t need me right this minute, so yeah. I, um–I don’t have a script, though.

That’s all right. Take mine. I’m supposed to have these all memorized by now, anyway.

Um, okay, so start–

You’re gonna start right here where Faith says–

“Oh, Arrow, I just heard the news about your mother.”

Yeah.

Mm-hmm. Okay.

All right, let’s do this.

Hey, have either of you seen Hattie Adams?

No.

Mm-mm.

Could Hattie have just left?

No idea.

Talk about unprofessional.

Okay, Hattie’s not in her dressing room, and no one in the green room has seen her either.

Well, that’s just what I was afraid of. So how are we going to shoot Hattie’s death without Hattie?

Did I hear my name? Geez, this place is like a maze. Anybody ever thought that maybe they could– they could paint each floor a different color?

Yeah, we’ll take that under advisement.

Okay, great. Everyone, we have our Charlemagne. So let’s–let’s–let’s go. [soft tense music]

Would you stop looking at me like that? For Pete sakes, it’s not like I asked them to kill you off. Not that you weren’t thrilled that they were willing to kill off Kassandra in a miserable death so you could be the star of the show.

Can we can just get this show going, please?

You know, these scenes that they’re shooting today were really, really well written, Leo.

[sighs] Yeah. Well, as horrible as Hattie feels about being written off and as rotten as I feel that she now hates me with a vengeance, at least she’s going out with a bang.

Yeah, pretty dramatic exit.

It sure is. And I would love to take credit for the idea, but I can’t. See, I knew that I had to come up with a fitting ending for one of Pineview’s leading ladies, but we’re so pressed for time that I remembered how they got rid of a very memorable character on “L.A. Law.” [intriguing music]

And…action.

Kassandra.

Charlemagne.

I must say, then, in all the years of wishing each other dead… I do–I do celebrate your survival.

You and me both. And I must say that I do admire your generosity of spirit, Charlemagne, but even more so the medical prowess of Dr. Lamoray here, who administered the miracle serum that saved my life.

Today, we’ve all witnessed a miracle.

Yes, of course, we all agree with that. I was wondering–since you’ve been fortunate enough to have a second chance, I was wondering if perhaps you and I could have a second chance.

What are you saying, Charlemagne?

Well, I’m wondering, Kassandra, if you and I could wipe the slate clean.

Well, I think that’s a brilliant idea. Truce? Truce?

Truce.

Uh, okay, Hattie. Go ahead and press the button to the elevator now.

So there was this character in “L.A. Law.” Her name was Rosalind Shays. And she’s just, you know, standing there and talking to Leland, turns to get on the elevator, and splat.

Whoa.

Yeah, that was the end of that. [ominous music] [elevator dings]

Okay, Hattie, now you–you turn. You wave to Kassandra and step in. Hattie, go on. Step into the elevator.

Any better?

Not really. But I don’t wanna hold up production, so I need to get to the hospital.

I agree. But not to the set. I am taking you to the ER.

What about my scenes with Alex?

They can wait. Come on, doctor’s orders. Let’s go. Nice and easy. Nice and easy.

[sighs]

Okay. Okay. [soft dramatic music]

All right, Steph, that’s your cue.

Arrow, I just heard the news about your mother. Oh, no. Am I too late? Is Kassandra…dead?

No. My mother is right down the hall right now getting a life-saving serum made from a begonia that I found in the jungles of Iguaza.

What?

Against all odds, I brought back a flower that can cure my mother’s disease and save her life.

Oh, Arrow, how heroic, how brave.

It’s a miracle. I thought I was gonna lose my precious mother, but she’s gonna live, Faith.

Oh, thank God.

And all this has just made me realize… life is short. [sultry music] Our time here on Earth is precious.

What are you saying, Arrow?

I’m saying that if you’ve found the person that you love, you mustn’t squander… a single second of that precious time.

Wow. [panting] This is gonna be some love scene, huh?

Yeah, it is.

[moans]

Hattie, you need to get onto the elevator.

I can’t.

Why not?

Well, there’s–there’s no– there’s no elevator there to get onto.

Yeah, that’s the point. You’re supposed to fall down the shaft.

Well, that’s easy for you to say. I’m the one taking the great leap into the beyond.

Hattie, it’s perfectly safe. It’s only three feet deep. And you have an air mattress to fall on. Two, two. [soft dramatic music]

That’s not it.

What is it?

I’d–it’s just– it’s just that I don’t– I don’t wanna die.

An elevator shaft. I thought I remembered that.

Yeah, I’m not the first person to pay homage to that scene. In the ‘s, there was a sitcom. I can’t remember the name of it. Anyway, there was an actor on that show, and he didn’t want to get on the elevator because he knew he was being killed off, just like Hattie.

But come on, Hattie, you can do this, okay? You’re a professional actor.

Yes. Yes, I am. I–I am a professional actor.

Okay, then. So let’s just, uh–we’ll take it back from the handshake and maybe try it this time a little less gripping, okay?

[clears throat] Okay. And action.

Kassandra, why don’t you come with me?

What?

Come with me. I–I’d like to buy you a drink, or two, or three to celebrate our truce.

I’m on an IV. [elevator dings]

Doctor, maybe you should get that elevator because I–I think I heard them paging you to go down one floor.

Um, I’m not gonna do that. I’m gonna stay here and monitor Ms. Lovegood’s vitals. That elevator is just for you.

Okay, Hattie, get on now. Hattie, that’s your cue.

No. No. I–I won’t do it.

Cut. Let’s go again.

No, we’re not going again. I’m not doing that again. Look, you can kill off my character if that’s what you wanna do. I can’t stop you from doing that. But my God, I will not help you do it.

[bright acoustic music]

Bonnie, how’d it go on set today? Did Hattie take the plunge?

No, she refused to do the stunt.

Oh, no. Well, if she didn’t go down the elevator shaft, how did they end the scene?

They didn’t. They had to end early. See, that moody diva just stormed off the set in a huff. Mm-hmm.

So Hattie just stormed off the set, huh?

Afraid so.

So what are we gonna do?

There they are, my two favorite backstabbers.

Okay, if you’re here for your paycheck, people who break their contract do not get paid.

Why don’t you keep your money? I don’t want anything from you two traitors. In fact, I think I’m gonna blow this one-horse town.

Oh, Hattie.

Really? Really? You’re gonna regret the day you crossed me. [scoffs] I’m gonna make sure you pay for it. I’m gonna make sure that you are–that you are cursed.

Oh, come off it.

And everything that comes along with this production, from the–from the offices to the cast, and the staff, and the crew. Yeah. In fact, I think I’ll even make sure that Pineview goes up in flames. [soft dramatic music]

[groaning] First day of shooting, and it’s like we’re cursed. I think I’m doing better now, though. Could–could you please help me over to the hospital room set?

No one would expect you to do your scenes in this condition. I’m gonna call Abe and Kate and let them know that you’re gonna call in sick.

What? No.

Yes, I’m gonna give you an anti-inflammatory. You’ll be much better by tomorrow.

But my scene with Alex.

Well, it’s gonna have to wait. I’m sorry. There’s gonna be no love scene today.

Uh, I don’t think you wanna go in there.

Why not?

Well, Arrow and Faith– they got a little carried away.

What do you mean?

I poked my head in there a little while ago. And at first, I thought, oh, they’re rehearsing. But then I realized they were… [tense music] In a steamy love scene for real.

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Days Transcript Monday, October 7, 2024

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

I hope this isn’t a bad time now.

No, it’s fine. It’s fine. But since when does the DA make house calls?

He does when it’s a personal matter.

Oh. What’s this?

A signed statement from my brother. As you’ll see, Stefan is not going to be a problem anymore. [dramatic music]

[siren wailing]

You brought me flowers?

No. One of the nurses asked me to bring them to you. They were on the desk, and… well, no one could bring them in, so…

Oh.

Oh, they’re from the assistants at Gabi Chic. “Wishing you a speedy recovery. “P.S. Sorry for what happened. “We all worried that Connie was a psycho, and we’re relieved that you’re gonna be OK.”

Great. Everyone could see how insane that woman was except me. So…what are you doing here?

I just… wanted to let you know that I– I just spoke to my lawyer.

Your lawyer?

Yeah.

I’m filing for divorce.

Divorce?

Yeah.

Why do you seem surprised, Gabi, given the fact that you told me you were gonna take me for everything I’m worth? You divided the house into his and her halves. I’m surprised that you didn’t file first.

Yeah, well, it’s just kind of ironic, you know, since you once said you were going to fight tooth and nail for our marriage.

And yet here you are at my bedside, eager to deliver the news that you’re ending it.

Why the sudden rush to divorce me, Stefan?

[light music]

Thomas. Thomas, hold up. What’s the rush, darling?

Well, it’s getting late. My friend Gage and I are supposed to have a battle at :.

A battle?

A video game battle, you know, online.

Oh, yeah. Darling, I’m afraid you’re gonna have to tell your little friend you have to postpone today.

Why?

Because when we get home, your daddy has a very special surprise for you. And you too, Charlotte. [chuckles]

Thanks for getting here so quickly.

[sighs] Of course. I’m assuming the kids aren’t here.

No, no, no. Julie took them to Sweet Bits.

Oh, good. Great.

That’s actually why I wanted you to come by. When–when the kids get here, I want us to tell them the truth. I want to tell them that their mother’s alive. [dramatic music]

You want to tell them now that I’m alive?

Yeah, it’s time.

No, no, no. It’s not time, Chad. We can’t–no, we cannot– absolutely cannot do that.

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

[light country music]

Hey, Roman.

Hi, Ava. Hey, listen, I’ve been meaning to talk to you. I’m sure you’ll see some new security cameras around, and I’m having the locks changed, so I’ll give you a new set of keys.

OK. Is this because of what happened upstairs?

Yeah, that psycho Connie. I feel really bad, what you went through.

Hey. Look, the pub is a public space, obviously, and anyone can go upstairs. There’s nothing you could have done.

Mm.

And, Roman, I know that I am still behind on my rent. And since I walked away from the job that you so graciously offered me, I’m not sure when I’m gonna be able to pay you back.

Well, I thought you just turned me down ’cause you got a better job.

Oh, well, that was then, and this is now. I mean, you’re aware of how fast things change in this town.

[laughs]

I’m not in a rush to divorce you, Gabi. I’m just thinking, what’s the point of dragging this on, of perpetuating this… pathetic game of cheating one-upmanship? [dramatic music] I’m miserable. You’re miserable. So…why not cut our losses and end things?

Fair enough. Still seems kind of sudden. Why now? Why today?

Well, because… any normal run-in with my brother will leave me running for the bar cart. And he and I got into it earlier today. And he said something that really resonated with me, even though he was probably just trying to goad me at the time.

What did he say?

That– that I’m never gonna be able to erase the image of you and him together. And he’s right.

Well, I can relate, because ever since I found out about you and Ava, those mental images, I can’t get them out of my head either.

You understand.

I do.

So then…

You also understand there’s no fixing this.

You can’t get over me and Ava. I can’t get over you and EJ. So there’s nothing left to fight for, is there?

Chad, we discussed this. We determined it is too soon for the kids to meet me. We were on the same page. What happened? What changed?

What’s changed is, it’s too important to keep putting off. The kids, they need you. They miss you. And they’ve gone long enough without you. Look, we’ve kept this under wraps long enough. And the longer we do it, the more–the more likely it is that they’re gonna find out from some rando, OK, and that would be a disaster. I think you’d agree.

I agree. Of course I do. And they’ve been through so much, but, Chad–

Look, look, I’ve kept this out of the paper. But you’re living at the mansion, all right? And there’s a ton of people that come in and out, including my niece Rachel. And if she blabs about something at school, then it’s over.

I understand that. But the mansion is huge. I have steered clear of Rachel, OK? She barely even knows I’m there.

OK, first of all, she knows a lot more than you think. We need to control what Thomas and Charlotte hear and how, OK? Which is why it’s important that we tell them and they don’t find out from someone else.

– What’s the surprise, Aunt Julie?

Well, if I told you, Thomas, it wouldn’t be a surprise anymore, would it?

Ooh, I love surprises. Hello, Mrs. Williams.

Mr. Stark.

Charlotte, Thomas, the two most adorable children on the planet.

Well, we’re really in a bit of a rush here.

You know, when I used to work for your dad, he was so proud of you two. He couldn’t wait to show me photos of you two adorable bundles of joy, of which he had about million of on his phone. [light music]

Wait, you don’t work for my dad anymore?

No, I do not. Please excuse the shameless braggadocio. But now I’m the head writer of “Body & Soul,” raking in the big bucks. Soon my picture’s gonna be all over “Soap Opera Digest.”

Yes, well, we really must be on our way.

But can I ask him one more question?

One, just one.

Are you still the tooth fairy?

Um–

I’ve got a loose tooth, see? And I was wondering if I could get an advancement on my bucks.

Nice try, kid. But I’m really not a fairy after all. I mean–[laughs] Anyway, it is a lovely day. And hey, great news about your mom, huh? [dramatic music]

Mom? She’s dead. What’s so great about that?

I want to protect Thomas and Charlotte too. So of course I don’t want them finding out about me from some stranger. Of course not. But if I’m starting to remember, what is the harm in giving it a little more time?

Yeah, how much more time?

[scoffs]

A week? A month? A year?

[sighs]

I mean, every day that goes by that we don’t tell them is another day that they have to go on missing you in their lives. Our kids are smart, all right? They’re more capable of understanding than you think. OK, you know what? Forget about–forget about our children for a minute and what’s best for them and what they need. What do you need? [dramatic music] What do you want? I mean, what do you want, Abby? Like, I mean, aren’t you tired of being a virtual prisoner in my father’s mausoleum, avoiding us? And don’t you want your life back?

You have no idea how much.

OK, when you remembered our vows, right, I naively expected the floodgates to just open.

And they didn’t.

Yeah.

They didn’t just open magically, Chad. And you were terribly disappointed.

Yeah, sure. But I was also a little bit encouraged because what brought that memory back was something very specific. It was when I showed you our wedding album. So maybe, just maybe, seeing our children will bring your memories back of them. I mean, have you even thought of that?

I think that this is what’s best for them and for me…and for you.

So let’s tell them the truth, Abby. Yeah, it’s time.

What are you talking about, Leo? There’s no news about Abigail. [light music]

Oh, well, actually, there is news. See, your mom just got her angel wings and was promoted to chief guardian angel, which is a real title and not at all made up. And I’m telling you, it is all the talk of Fairyland.

It is? [light music]

Yeah, it sure is. And despite my denial before, which is only because I’m a very modest person and I didn’t want to flaunt it, I am indeed a fairy. And, Thomas, I– I have an advance for you on that loose tooth. Here you go.

Wow, thank you.

You’re welcome. And, Charlotte, some moolah for you on whichever tooth of yours happens to become loose next.

Very generous.

As we fairies tend to be. And I’m sorry, Mrs. Williams. I would offer you a loose tooth advance, but I have run out of cash.

Well, I’ve run out of patience. So, children, let’s get going right now.

See you, tooth fairy.

Yeah, I’ll see you soon, I hope. And hey, don’t forget to floss.

Jeez, how was I supposed to know?

So Stefan DiMera, aka your brother, has officially recanted his claim of you admitting to him your role in the baby switch involving Eric Brady, Sloan Petersen, and your ex-wife Nicole Walker?

Indeed, he has. And he has also stated, though not officially, that he will cease and desist with his baseless campaign to undermine me.

Huh. Interesting.

And also extremely gratifying for me, as you can imagine, since now, Madam Mayor, you have no reason to fire me.

Oh, but you gave me plenty reason to fire you, EJ, baby switch or no baby switch. However, since for some unfathomable reason, Melinda Trask likes working for your sister, so I don’t have anyone to replace you with–yet.

Then I will continue happily working as DA. And I won’t take up any more of your time.

Mm. Hold on. Hold on one sec. I do have one concern.

And what is that?

We both know that this claim is a lie. So tell me, exactly how did you coerce your brother into signing it? [dramatic music]

You know, when the timer on the bomb was ticking down and I was sure I was going to die, I thought of all the things I wish I’d done or said in my life. And the one thing I wish I’d done most was to tell you one more time that I loved you.

And when you came to see me that night in the hospital…

I thought maybe staring death in the face was exactly what we needed. I wanted to forgive you.

Same.

And then I found out about you and Ava and how you tried to have sex with her again as revenge for my revenge sex with EJ.

OK, but it didn’t happen. We didn’t sleep together again.

And I didn’t sleep with EJ again either.

But you wanted to.

Gabi, EJ told me that he turned you down.

It’s true. He did. I was hurt. And I wanted to hurt you. Same for you, obviously.

So it was both of us wanting to inflict pain on each other.

And that’s not just something that you do to someone you love with your whole heart, is it?

Sorry to contradict you, Mayor Price, but Stefan’s statement was completely truthful.

Please, don’t insult my intelligence. I mean, come on. The man’s changing his tune for no reason. When he came to see me, he was determined to bring you down.

So he was, until I threatened to sue him for defamation, which would have brought him down.

Oh. I see. But tell me–tell me, EJ, what are you two brothers going to do when you run out of things to blackmail each other over?

[laughs] Oh, that’ll never happen, endless supply. Well, I won’t take up any more of your time. I’m looking forward to working with you again, Mayor Price. Take care. [dramatic music]

When you were taken from me and I thought you died…

It felt as though my heart had been ripped out.

I didn’t think I’d ever feel whole again. And then you came back, and it was a miracle.

And I wanted nothing to do with you.

And it was like losing you all over again.

[sighs]

But then when we were finally together again…

We were so happy.

Then I went to prison. And the only thing that got me through was knowing that you were waiting for me. I kept telling myself, I have to stay strong for him, for us.

And then when I found out about you and Ava–

[sighs] Biggest mistake of my life.

[sighs] So you kept saying.

But still, I couldn’t handle it, obviously.

Gabi… I’m so sorry.

And I would give anything to go back and erase that terrible mistake.

Because when we were good, when we were happy, we–

What? Say it.

I’ve never loved anybody the way I love you.

You were… everything to me, just like I wrote to you on our anniversary.

[sighs] So beautiful. [chuckles] “And I see you in the stars.”

“You’re the brightest one by far.”

“I love… everything you are.”

“And I need you right beside me…”

“With your love’s pure light to guide me.”

You’re a poet.

I’m a fool.

I’m a damn fool. I screwed everything up.

Yeah. You kind of did.

And then I screwed it up even worse.

And it’s such a shame.

Yeah.

I’m so sorry.

I’m sorry too.

But like you said, those mental images…

Relentless images that we both see now…

Damage is done. And there’s nothing left to fight for anymore.

So… I filed for divorce.

I just want it over with, same as you.

Goodbye, Gabi.

Goodbye, Stefan.

[sobbing]

[light country music]

So when Stefan offered me the job at the Bistro, he insisted that his marriage was over and he didn’t care what Gabi thought of me working there.

So you accepted his offer.

Yeah, I did. But then I gave it some thought, and I realized that it might be a little more complicated than I had bargained for. So I quit before I started. [laughs]

OK.

Yeah. But then you know that Stefan came and he saved me from everyone’s favorite whack job, Ms. Connie Vininski.

Yeah, and thank God he did.

Yeah, thank God he did. But, you know, we haven’t had a chance to discuss what happened because he found out that Gabi had been hurt and he ran off to check on her. And I don’t know, for all I know, they could be back together again.

Listen, Ava, if you want the job here, it’s yours. But before you decide, maybe you should figure out where things are with Stefan first.

Are you saying you want me to take more time to make good on what I owe you?

Hey, I’ve waited this long.

Roman, you are the best, the best, best. Thank you. I will keep you posted. [laughs]

Hey, Roman.

Hey.

I know you’re closed for the shoot that didn’t happen, but is there any chance of getting a drink around here? It has been a day, and it’s not over yet.

OK, how about a beer?

Mm, I think I would prefer three dirty martinis, a slice of rum cake, followed by a chocolate bourbon tart. But I’ll take it.

[sighs] I know that soap opera life is crazy, but real life just leaves it in the dust, crazy-wise.

Well, what’s going on in real life that is so crazy?

It seems that Chad’s kids still don’t know that Abigail is alive. Just found that out the hard way.

[dramatic music]

Chad, I do not want to turn your– our children’s lives upside down on the off chance that it might help with my memories coming back. And I feel terrible enough disappointing you. I will not be able to handle disappointing them too.

OK, look, I’m not trying to upset you. I don’t want to argue.

OK, if you don’t want to– if you don’t want to tell the kids, then we won’t tell the kids.

Thank you. Thank you for understanding. I really appreciate it.

Yeah. I just have to call Julie and tell her not to bring the kids.

That’s not good.

What?

Julie sent me a text that said that they were– that I didn’t see that said they’re on their way home. [door clicks open]

Who are you?

So after I stupidly blurted, great news about your mom, and got dagger eyes from Julie, I covered by telling those adorable kids that what I meant was that their mother had just gotten her angel wings and was promoted to chief guardian angel. Then I was just going on and on about fairies, the kind that are in heaven.

But the kids bought it, right?

I mean, they seemed to. But, God, I would have just assumed that they would have been told by now that their mother is alive and well and living in Salem. I mean, how long do they think they can keep a secret like that under wraps? [light country music] [dramatic music]

Why are you staring at me? Dad, why haven’t you answered my question?

Thomas, I think your father is… collecting his thoughts. Give him a moment.

I’m sorry, Thomas. Sorry to stare. I–and, Charlotte, you too. I’ve heard so much about both of you. I was not expecting to meet either of you today. I am a friend of Daddy’s. We work together at the newspaper.

Hey, you guys, I want to hear about your– your day. I do, but– but we have to finish up our business meeting. Julie, do you think you could take the kids while we–while we finish? We have stuff to discuss.

But–

Of course. We’ll go into the kitchen and have our little treats and perhaps some milk too, OK?

But Aunt Julie said you had a surprise for us.

[clears throat] Later, OK?

OK.

OK?

Come on.

[exhales sharply]

Did that trigger anything?

No, it didn’t.

Well, I’m– I don’t know where we go from here, then.

I–I might have an idea.

[lounge music]

Hey, hey, hey.

Hey. [clears throat]

Busy?

Dinner service hasn’t started yet.

Right, right, right. Listen, I’m just gonna dive right on in. I was talking with Roman, and he encouraged me to follow up with you on your job offer, the one you offered me.

Oh, the one that you quit.

Yeah.

That’s the one.

What, are you here to un-quit?

Well, it depends.

On?

On whether you and Gabi are back together.

Mm. No, God, no.

Really? ‘Cause when you found out that she was hurt and you ran off after her, I thought that maybe–

No, there was a split second there that I…

Held out hope that we could work things out. But no, Gabi and I do not have a future together, not happening.

Well, I hope everything is well with you and Chanel. We’ll catch up when I see you at home. All right. Bye-bye, Johnny. [dramatic music] Hello, Gabi.

EJ. What are you doing here?

Well, I just thought you should know that I had a call from your brother a little while ago and he warned me to stay away from you. So since we do live in the same house, I was wondering how you would like to handle the situation once you’re discharged.

It’ll be fine. It’s a big house. I’m sure we’ll respect each other’s boundaries. And Rafe was just being protective.

Right.

I assume they’re from Stefan? Nothing says “I’m groveling here” than a bouquet fresh from the grocery store, huh? [chuckles]

Those aren’t from Stefan. And he and I are way past the groveling stage. In fact, he was just here to tell me that he’s filing for divorce because of you.

Did Stefan say he’s filing for divorce because of me, or is that just your assumption?

It’s not just my assumption. He basically said you taunted him, told him that he would never be able to get the image of the two of us out of his head.

Mm. Yes. Yes, I did tell him that because I know my brother and he tends to obsess, a little OCD, if you will. So I was only stating what I know to be true. [dramatic music]

And what I know to be true is what your son, Johnny, once told you, as I recall.

And what is that?

Well, in essence, it was about misplaced anger. He apparently said that since your marriage to Nicole was ruined, instead of directing that anger toward her or Eric, you took it out on your brother and me, tried to ruin our marriage.

And now you’ve succeeded.

[lounge music]

You and Gabi are getting a divorce?

Yeah. It was my idea. I filed. We talked, and… well, Gabi and I are on the same page.

Look… you know that I am no fan of Gabi’s.

But I care about you. And I really hope that you are not jumping the gun and doing this because your feelings got hurt.

No, that’s not it at all.

There is part of me that will always love Gabi.

But neither of us can get over what we did, so…

I’m so sorry, Stefan.

Don’t be. It’s not your fault. You did not make any promises to Gabi. I did. I’m the one who’s sorry.

So what do you think?

My God, you two, what’s going on? I thought this was the day, the day we were gonna tell the children the truth about their mother.

Yeah, I know. We were going to, but Abby wasn’t ready. I shouldn’t have assumed that she would be. And I didn’t get your text. Otherwise, I would have told you not to come home.

Well, too late about that now. All right…[chuckles] This is my chance to meet you finally, Abigail. I’m your cousin Julie.

Hi. It’s so nice to meet you, Julie. I have heard so much about you and your husband, Doug. And I’m really grateful for all you’ve done to help us with this– this situation.

Of course. [dramatic music] Gee, if you remembered– if you remembered me, you would realize that sometimes I can be a little blunt. Abigail, dear, surely you don’t believe you can continue with this charade indefinitely. Listen to me. I was just at Horton Square and ran into Leo Stark, and he just about blew the whole secret out of the water.

What?

Yeah. He said, well, I’ve heard the good news about your mother.

Of course, the idiot covered pretty well. I’ll give him that. But how long before somebody else says something like that? Somebody else will.

And we both know that. And Abby was actually just telling me about an idea that would address that eventuality.

What is it?

I–I want us to go to Paris.

Gabi, I’m sorry… if you blame me for the end of your marriage. [dramatic music] But when you and I shared that night of passion, I was under the distinct impression that it was already over.

Yeah, I know.

[sighs]

I don’t mean to blame you. You’re right. I only lashed out at you because it was easier than blaming myself. But I am to blame. I know that.

I was the one who came on to you in the first place. And when I wanted to have sex with you again, you turned me down.

And I can’t believe I’m saying this, but… you were a perfect gentleman.

Well, I do have my moments. [laughter]

Gabi…

I’ve never seen you back down from a fight.

So if you don’t want your marriage to be over–

It’s not a fight, not anymore.

Whatever I feel for Stefan, too much has happened. And he agrees with me. What we had is truly dead, for good this time.

You know, I should have known all along that… things were gonna end up like this. [lounge music] What’s that saying?

Nothing that burns so bright can last too long. [scoffs]

Hmm. Yeah, I never really heard that. But…sounds about right.

Yeah. Well, I hope you will consider coming back to work at the Bistro without having any concern over Gabi or my future behavior, which will be impeccable, by the way.

I’m not worried about your behavior, Stefan. But I really do need this job, so I thank you.

And I want you to know, I would gladly, gladly trade an apron at the Brady Pub if it meant that things could be different for you with Gabi.

[chuckles] Nice of you to say.

I mean it.

And as they fall into each other’s arms, it is clear they are going to make mad, passionate– Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t realize I was talking out loud.

No problem. You know what, Leo? Your talking out loud is very entertaining, most of the time.

[laughs] Well, let’s hope the audience finds it entertaining.

I’m sure they will. How’d the shoot at the hospital go?

The nutshell version? Hattie, in her diva grandiosity, gave the producers an ultimatum about not wanting to work with Bonnie. And since Abe and Kate weren’t having any of that, I had to write Hattie’s crash landing. So Ms. Adams is now in the soap opera graveyard, I’m afraid.

Oh, no.

Yeah, and I feel really terrible because I knew about it before she did, obviously, but was instructed that I couldn’t say a word until after she had shot her last scenes with Bonnie because Abe and Kate were concerned that if she knew about it beforehand, she might have a hissy fit and storm off the set.

Yeah, well, knowing Hattie, I’m pretty sure she would.

Yeah, probably. But still, I consider Hattie a friend. I hate that she was blindsided like this.

Yeah, well, that’s why they call it show business and not show friendship, right?

Yeah. I know. Still, I just– I feel like such a heel. You know when you try to justify an awful lie for a good reason? But it’s still a lie and doesn’t make you feel any better about it in the end.

[dramatic music]

Paris?

Well, Chad said that’s where we went after we got married and that it was one of the most romantic, special times of our life, so…

I’m aware.

And since it was the wedding album that initially triggered the memories, she thought that maybe if we went back there, it would–it would– you know, just being there would trigger something else. And she’s been under so much stress and pressure in Salem.

Oh, yes. Are you planning on taking your children with you to France?

No, no. I was thinking that we should leave them in Boston with Jack and–with my parents. That way, we don’t have to worry about someone else slipping up and saying something to them.

Right. Well, I’m sure Jack and Jennifer would love to look after the children. What if you get to France and you look at the Eiffel Tower and you still don’t remember anything?

If I don’t remember anything, if this doesn’t jog the memories, we’re not gonna keep this charade going on forever. We will come back here and we will absolutely tell the children the truth.

Ah. Telling the truth is sensible. [clears throat]

You’re on board with all of this, Chad?

Paris, here we come.

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Days Nitpicks & Flubs For The Week Of September 30, 2024

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Michele Johnson

Nitpicks & Flubs

Chanel Johnny and Alex

Monday

It’s strange that Johnny imagined his wife making love to another man.

The DiMera mansion must have more than one bathroom, but Chanel chose to take a shower at her mother’s place.

Abe was talking while Bonnie was shown.

Stephanie wasn’t on the phone that long with Jada, but she told Alex so much about Everett being innocent.

Stephanie’s mascara was running down her face one minute and gone the next.

Tuesday

Bonnie cried without any tears.

Kayla could be heard talking while Hattie was shown.

Wednesday

Fiona’s flashback could be heard before it was shown.

Brady was at the police station, but he wasn’t handcuffed.

Eric poured a cup of coffee but there was no smoke coming out of the mug. He also walked out of Xander’s office without drinking the coffee.

Why was it so easy for people to come and go at the police station to visit Brady in the interrogation room?

Thursday

Eric told Holly that Jude was sick. If that were true, he should go home to make sure he’s okay.

Did the writers decide to change Xander and Sarah’s story? He has been there for her, but Maggie made it seem like he hasn’t been there for her emotionally.

If Holly was so worried about Nicole being there for her to help her get into college, why didn’t she move to Paris with her? Holly wanted to stay in Salem, so she shouldn’t be upset that she’s not with her.

Friday

There weren’t any nurses at the hospital. The nurses’ station was completely empty when Rafe was walking around.

Gabi’s wounds healed up very quickly.

Felicity said that Chanel told her that she could leave work early. Chanel should be getting ready to shoot for the soap opera, so it’s not likely she told her that she could leave work early.

Rafe said he was tired of staring at the walls at the hospital. He just got out of the coma recently, so he wasn’t staring at the walls long.

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Days For The Week Of September 30, 2024

Posted on October 7, 2024October 7, 2024 by Michele Johnson

Opinion Article

Bonnie and Hattie

Since there wasn’t much movement in the storylines this week, we decided to do something different with the opinions article. We hope that you enjoy it. It may happen again if there’s movement in the stories.

Biggest waste of screen time: The Body & Soul storyline
We have read different message boards and blogs, so we know we’re not alone with this vote. The Body & Soul episodes are such a waste of airtime. The writers are trying to be tongue-in-cheek with this story, but it doesn’t work that well. We give the actors/actresses an A for their effort, but the story doesn’t work with the show. The writers wasted two episodes on Hattie and Bonnie’s fight behind the scenes. They also wasted time on Johnny and Chanel’s argument over her scenes with Alex. The actors are trying their best to make this a fun story, but it’s just a waste of screen time. Diedre Hall and Judi Evans have been involved in better storylines, so this shouldn’t be the only way they get airtime. Unfortunately, the writers won’t show them much without the soap storyline. Marlena gets airtime in psychiatrist mode, but she can do more than that. Johnny and Chanel’s storyline stalled after the death of their child. Are we supposed to believe this is the best they could do with their characters? If that’s the case, they could have written them off the show and sent them to California the way they were supposed to earlier in the year.

Useless triangle: Tate, Holly and Sophia
The writers need fresh stories to tell. They aren’t getting off to a great start with Tate/Holly/Sophia’s storyline. The audience needs new couples to root for, but they didn’t hit the mark with Tate and Holly. Their love story is tainted because she didn’t love him. She was head over heels in love with Johnny and then suddenly fell in love with Tate. They don’t have chemistry since Tate was recast. We couldn’t care less about them being together. For some reason, the writers chose to “spice up” their relationship by including Sophia in their storyline. Tate doesn’t like Sophia, so there’s no story. Characters must be torn to make a storyline work, and Tate doesn’t have feelings for Sophia. The writers are wasting their time with the triangle. Sophia forced a kiss on Tate, but it didn’t matter because he wasn’t interested in her. We shouldn’t have to endure a triangle when there won’t be a payoff. The audience may not care who Tate chooses because the story is boring.

Spoiled Brat: Holly
Holly deserves this award because her behavior has been reprehensible. She lied to Tate, so she could investigate his father and expected him to be okay with it. Tate had every right to get upset with Holly for what she did. She got into an argument with Sophia and slapped her. It was okay when Holly said her peace, but Sophia wasn’t allowed to hit her below the belt. Holly was the one who used Sophia when she knew that she liked Tate first. It’s obvious Holly believes every man in Salem should want her, so it was okay that she went after Tate. Now we’re supposed to cheer her on when she slapped Sophia. We were waiting for Sophia to hit her back, but it didn’t happen. Fast forward to the end of the week and Holly was throwing a tantrum because Nicole left her in Salem to follow Eric to Paris. Did Holly forget that she didn’t want to go with Nicole to Paris? She went on and on about Nicole not being there for her when she could be in Paris.

Biggest Wimp (For now): Brady
Brady talked with Marlena about Kristen and what she was willing to do to help him get out of prison. He seemed like he was torn when Marlena asked if he had feelings for her. We stared at the TV in complete shock. After everything they have been through, why would he want to consider being with her? He needs to clear his head and move on with his life. Brady knew she destroyed his life and took Rachel from him, but he thought about her having feelings.

Convenient plot point: Rolf’s discovery
Rolf conveniently developed something that could help Sarah walk again. Kristen needed to find a way to help Brady by any means necessary, and Rolf suddenly appeared. He came up with something that would make Kristen and the company rich. Kristen asked if it would work for spinal injuries, and he believed it could work for that. The writers had to come up with something to make sure that Sarah could walk again. No one really thought she would remain in a wheelchair. Rolf didn’t try the experiment out yet, so it might not work. Kristen jumped on using it to blackmail Xander into leaving Brady alone. It was very convenient that Rolf was working on something like that because Brady needed a way to get out of what Fiona did to Sarah.

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Primetime TV Review: “Brilliant Minds”

Posted on October 6, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

TV Review!

BRILLIANT MINDS -- Season: 1 -- Pictured: (l-r) Alex MacNicoll as Dr. Van Markus, Ashleigh LaThrop as Dr. Ericka Kinney, Tamberla Perry as Dr. Carol Pierce, Zachary Quinto as Dr. Oliver Wolf, Teddy Sears as Dr. Josh Nichols, Aury Krebs as Dr. Dana Dang, Spence Moore II as Dr. Jacob Nash -- (Photo by: Brendan Meadows/NBC)

“Brilliant Minds” on NBC Review by Suzanne 10/6/24

I love seeing Zachary Quinto in any movie or TV show (ever since his great role as Sylar on “Heroes”). He shines here as the prickly neurologist Oliver Wolf, who has trouble getting along with others (particularly his mother). He has prosopagnosia, AKA face blindness, so that doesn’t help him with personal interaction. He works with a team of interns and his long-time good friend, Dr. Carol Pierce (Tamberla Perry, “Death and Other Details”). The show is unusual and interesting, but it might remind you a little of “House” or “The Good Doctor.” At this point, a doctor who thinks he’s more brilliant than everyone else is a familiar TV trope. The writing of the show, however, is excellent and will surprise you. The show was created, written and produced by Michael Grassi of “Riverdale.”

Like most medical dramas, the most intriguing part of the show is watching the doctors figure out what’s wrong with the patients or how to treat them. Wolf has very unusual ideas and likes to dive deep into his patient’s life in order to figure out their neurological problem.

At the beginning of the first episode, Dr. Wolf sneaks out a dementia patient (Broadway and TV vet Andre de Shields) from an elder care facility to see his grand-daughter get married. He and the old man go on stage, and the man sings and plays a Beach Boys song, “God Only Knows.” Wolf figured out that the way to reach the man was through music. The bride is overjoyed to see him there, but her parents are not too happy about Dr. Wolf’s actions. He loses his job and goes into seclusion, but Carol convinces him to come work at her hospital on an interesting case, despite the fact that he doesn’t want to work for his mother (the chief of staff, Dr. Landon, played by Donna Murphy – another Broadway, TV and movie vet).

After Dr. Wolf starts working at the hospital, he learns that he’s expected to mentor some interns, which he’s not too thrilled about. Carol makes him see that he needs to be honest about his condition and connect better with other people in order to get things done. Things may not go that smoothly for the brilliant doctor, though. He’s got many issues, having to do with his childhood. The only thing not an issue is that he’s gay. Another doctor on the show is played by Teddy Sears, Quinto’s former castmate in “American Horror Story,” so perhaps they’ll be teamed up in a romantic relationship. Watch and see! This show is already a hit and will keep you on your toes.

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Brilliant Minds

Series Premiere Monday, Sept 23 on NBC (10 – 11pm ET/PT)

Inspired by the extraordinary life and work of world-famous author and physician Oliver Sacks, “Brilliant Minds” follows a revolutionary, larger-than-life neurologist and his team of interns as they explore the last great frontier – the human mind – while grappling with their own relationships and mental health.

The cast includes Zachary Quinto, Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh LaThrop, Alex MacNicoll, Aury Krebs, Spence Moore II, Teddy Sears, and Donna Murphy.

Michael Grassi serves as creator, writer and executive producer. Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman, Lee Toland Krieger, DeMane Davis, Melissa Aouate, Henrik Bastin, Jonathan Cavendish, Andy Serkis, and Shefali Malhoutra also executive produce.

Berlanti Productions, Fabel Entertainment, The Imaginarium, Grassi Productions and Tavala produce in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

BRILLIANT MINDS -- Season: 1 -- Pictured: (l-r) Alex MacNicoll as Dr. Van Markus, Ashleigh LaThrop as Dr. Ericka Kinney, Spence Moore II as Dr. Jacob Nash, Aury Krebs as Dr. Dana Dang -- (Photo by: Brendan Meadows/NBC)

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Days Transcript Friday, October 4, 2024

Posted on October 4, 2024October 15, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

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[dramatic music]

Jada, hey. Well, I am actually not in my room right now, I’m taking a little scenic tour of my floor, which is nothing to write home about, but sure is nice to be mobile. Anyway, I was just checking to see what you were doing later. Well, I know that visiting hours are ending soon, but I was actually wondering if you could come and pick me up.

[laughs] Yeah, that’s right. Yep. Kayla gave me the all-clear. I’m just waiting for my walking papers, and I am going to be a free man. Just heading to Gabi’s room right now to give her the good news.

[door clicks open]

What are you doing here?

Gabi… I had to come back.

[sighs] I hate how we left things after you got hurt.

I’m so, so sorry that we fought.

Really? Seems to me you were itching for a fight. I mean, why else would you have told me that you were ready to get into bed with Ava– again?

OK, I never, ever should have gotten involved with that woman. And I know that. It was a terrible mistake…

Risking our entire marriage for someone I didn’t care about, who was completely meaningless.

But you…

I care about you. You’re the person I care about the most, and I love you. I need you. So please, please take me back.

[light music]

Hey, Felicity. Hey.

Hey.

Hey. What are you doing just sitting out here? I thought your shift didn’t end for, like, ten minutes.

Chanel said that I could go home early.

Oh. Oh, OK. Well, I know Mark was supposed to come get you, but he called me and see if I can come get you instead. Something about an important meeting.

What kind of meeting?

Honestly, sis, suddenly remembering your wedding vows– genius move.

Yeah.

[sighs]

[dramatic music] It’s like I said. Chad mentioned that there was a box of wedding mementos in the attic, so I went up there to see if there was maybe something I could use.

And no one saw you go up there, right?

No. No, no, no. I made sure no one did.

[sighs] Luckily, the box of wedding mementos was right there. And there was a piece of paper that had Abigail’s vows written on it, neatly, in very legible handwriting.

And as far as Chad knows, you’ve never seen that piece of paper before?

No. No, not at all.

Yeah.

[sighs] Poor guy.

I just–he thinks that I just remembered those beautiful vows and that his beloved wife’s memories are starting to come back, slowly but surely.

[chuckles]

Hi, Chad.

Hi. Hey. I didn’t know you were home.

Yes, I was just up in the attic. Chad…

We have to talk.

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

So you were up in the attic.

Sit down, darling.

[dramatic music]

OK.

Now, you know how Charlotte loves to go up to the attic to play in all those things and find Doug’s old theatrical trunk and look through all the old costume bits and bits of my jewelry.

Yeah, it’s her favorite place to play.

Yes. Right. Well, she was up there playing dress-up. I was with her, and she was going through every box that she could find, including the one that had the mementos of your– your marriage to Abigail.

Right.

[clears throat] Yeah, I pulled that out the other day. I wanted to show it to Abby to see if she, you know, would remember anything. And she actually did. She–she remembered her wedding vows from our last wedding, the one when we went to Paris afterwards. It’s amazing.

That’s wonderful. Well, I’m glad she remembered something.

[chuckles]

Is there a but coming?

Unfortunately, there is.

It haunts me, Mark…

the look on Chad’s face…

[scoffs] As I–

I was reciting the vows to him. I can’t even describe the look in his eyes. I mean, it was just like, he was so excited, you know. He was so excited that I–

[laughs] That his wife was really back, that–that… he was watching her remember their wedding day, watching her remember the love that the two of them shared together. Like–

[scoffs]

I can imagine how hard this is for you.

For me? Forget about me. I’m lying to him. Who cares how I feel?

Come on, sis.

No, I hate this, Mark. I hate it. I hate the thought of how Chad would feel if he knew that this was all a lie, how hurt he’ll be when he finds out. Has the man not been through enough?

The reason you’re so upset is because you have a good heart.

[sighs]

And I love you for that. Hey, this hasn’t been easy for me either. I mean, the man obviously went through hell when his wife was murdered. And now to make him think that she’s back when she’s not, when she never will be back–

But what’s the alternative?

There is no alternative. I mean, once I got the text from Clyde…

It’s clearer now than ever.

[sighs]

[sighs] We don’t have a choice. I have to get Chad to the altar soon for his wedding number four…

Or they’re gonna kill her. Our mother’s a dead woman.

[sighs]

So Ava really doesn’t mean anything to you?

No, not at all. The whole thing was completely meaningless, like I’ve told you over and over again.

Doesn’t she work for you now? I thought you just hired her back at the Bistro.

But I also just fired her.

What? You did?

Yeah. I don’t even know why I hired her in the first place when I can’t stand the sight of her. I don’t know. I guess I was feeling… charitable, giving someone a job who was struggling. But none of that matters to me now. Ava Vitali can sling hash at the pub for all I care, because all that matters to me is you and that you take me back. Gabi… my love, I will do anything to make that happen, anything you ask.

What do you say, darling?

Gabi?

Hold on. I’m thinking.

Gabi.

What? What is it?

Hey. It’s me. It’s Rafe.

Rafe.

Hey.

Oh, my God. Rafe.

Yeah. You were mumbling. Having a dream. Good dream? Bad dream?

Just…a dream.

Ah. Still trying to get the hang of it, are you, of running a legitimate business?

What are you doing here?

Well, it’s certainly not for the second-rate French cuisine.

I’ll save you from trying to decipher the legalese. I’m suing you for defamation.

[dramatic music]

You’re suing me for defamation? What the hell are you talking about, EJ? When? When did I defame you?

My, you do have a short memory. You defamed me when you told Mayor Price that I had a hand in stealing Nicole’s baby, that I was, in effect, a kidnapper. And since that will undoubtedly hurt my reputation and therefore my career prospects, I’m going to need to be well compensated.

Mm, well, you know, EJ, the last thing I would want is for you to be stuck in the poorhouse.

Mm.

Well, maybe not the last thing. But anyway, you’re delusional if you think that I’m going to bankroll your future after you admitted to me that you helped Sloan Petersen cover up the fact that she stole your ex-wife’s baby. EJ, I may not be the lawyer of the family, but I’m not an idiot. And I also know that the truth is the best defense against any claim of defamation.

[laughs] Impressive. Impressive. I mean, you may not be the lawyer of the family, as you said, but I suspect that you’ve been sneaking peeks into my law books, because you are right about that. The truth is a solid defense against claims of defamation. However, the burning question is, who is going to give a damn about the truth when it becomes common knowledge that I slept with your wife?

Never mind my stupid dream. Oh, my God, Rafe, you’re out of bed.

Well, actually, I’ve been doing that for a while now. Yeah. Taking walks around the floor.

Oh, that is so great.

Yeah. Well, I’m– I’m feeling lucky, grateful, relieved to be healthy and strong. And… yeah, I had to come by, give my sister even more good news.

Oh, as if seeing you up and about isn’t good enough. So what is it?

Well, not only am I out of my room, but I am getting out of the hospital today.

You’re kidding. So soon? That’s amazing.

So soon. Yeah, right. Oh, my God, I am just– I am so sick of staring at the ceiling tiles, lying around and doing nothing. I cannot wait to go home and to get back to work.

I bet you can’t.

Yeah. Well, look, enough about me. How about you? How are you?

Not too bad.

Oh.

I mean, given the fact, I almost got blown to smithereens by the psychopath who stabbed you.

My God.

Ay, Rafe, I feel like such a fool. My God, I can’t believe I hired that homicidal maniac as my assistant. How could I not have seen that she was dangerous?

Gabi. Gabi.

That she was totally insane?

No, just–she was an accomplished con artist, OK? She–I mean, come on. You couldn’t have seen that and– anyway, Jada tells me that she is locked up and safely behind bars at Bayview and she is not gonna hurt anyone else, including Stefan.

What about Stefan? Why did you just bring him up?

Well, because she hurt him too.

So? I couldn’t care less about him.

Come on. Come on. Really?

[light music]

No.

Ah.

That’s for Mark.

OK. All right. All right, he can have it. Just take it home for him. Clearly, you love him more than me, so it’s fine. Whatever.

No, I don’t.

I’m just kidding. I’m just kidding. Mark is a–he’s really good brother, I know, huh?

Yeah.

Taking care of us the way he does. I think–I think Mom and Dad would be very proud of him.

Yeah. I wish they hadn’t died.

Yeah. Yeah, me too. I know it was really hard for you especially. Well, it was hard for all of us. But it’s just you, me, and Mark. We lost them in an accident.

And Mark is a great, great, great older brother, but I’m here for you too, OK? Always.

The hardest part for me is… lying to Aaron and Felicity.

[dramatic music]

Yeah, those poor kids, believing that both their parents died in that accident.

I mean, how they reacted when they were both told. Aaron trying to be brave. Felicity totally falling apart. Even now, I sometimes hear her up in her room crying hard and talking to herself, thinking she’s talking to Mom up in heaven, saying how much she misses her.

Yeah. Well, as sad as that is, you know, we can take heart in the fact that… this will all soon be over, and– and then we’ll be able to tell them that their mother– our mother is alive.

Did Charlotte get upset when she found the box?

Oh, no. Quite the contrary. She was delighted to see pictures of you and her mom on her wedding day, especially when she was in the pictures.

Then why do you seem upset?

[sighs] Well, after we looked at the pictures, she wanted to talk about her mother. And she told me that she knows her mother is in heaven. And then she said…

[sighs] Can we call Mommy? And I said, no. No, of course heaven is not a local call. I mean, the people there that– that love us can watch over us, but… we can’t talk to them. She was so disappointed.

So disappointed. I got upset. I got angry, because she could talk to her mother if we wanted it, because her mother is not in heaven. Her mother is just across town. And if Abigail could see how much her little daughter needs her–

Chad, it’s time that you told those children their mother’s alive.

So it’s gonna be common knowledge, huh? What, are you gonna grab a bell, head out to the square, give it a ring, and announce to everybody that you bedded your brother’s wife?

Well, I certainly wouldn’t put it that way, since you very well know I didn’t bed anyone. But rather, your wife threw herself at me, virtually begging me to have sex with her. And all I was trying to do was attempt to help her right an egregious moral wrong. And I hardly think that John Q. Salemite would fault me for that.

Hmm. Wow. That’s a great speech, EJ, really. Unfortunately, I don’t have any spare bells lying around, so maybe I can help you out with a glass and a fork.

[laughs] I hardly think I’ll have to resort to the town crier routine, since I think the “Intruder” would be more than happy to print a not-so-blind item about my night of passion with Gabi. Actually, it’s a damn shame that Lady Whistleblower has taken down her shingle. I’d have been more than happy to give the story to her.

[tense music]

Right, so what you’re saying is, once this story of your passionate liaison with my wife is in print, the whole idea of you keeping Nicole from raising her child, that’s gonna be considered, what, fake news?

[laughs] Oh, Stefan, keep up. Not fake news. But you see, as you well know, I have quite a bit of experience with jury selection. So I can say with some authority that I know that they’ll see you for exactly what you are: a cuckolded husband, humiliated and vengeful, trying to desperately prop himself up with baseless accusations.

And by the time I finish making my case, you won’t have enough money left to split the rent with your good buddy Ava.

Of course, that is if I file the suit, which…I won’t.

[clears throat]

That is… if you sign this affidavit saying that any and all accusations you made about me to Mayor Price and anyone else, for that matter, were patently false.

Listen, about Stefan. I didn’t want to overwhelm you with everything when you first woke with stuff you didn’t need to hear.

Well, actually, I did need to hear that stuff, ’cause you’re my sister. I love you very much. But fortunately, Jada knows that, and so she told me.

Right. I guess I should have assumed that she would. So…she told you what happened between me and Stefan?

She did. Not all the details, of course, but just… that he cheated on you.

Yeah. With your ex-girlfriend good old Ava Vitali while I was rotting away in prison.

Yeah, that must have been really tough to hear.

It was kind of brutal, actually. But hey, you know, I told you that she was trouble way back when you first got together, didn’t I? I was sure that she’d ruin your life.

Yeah, well, to be fair, that relationship ended because of something I did. I was the one that cheated on her.

[scoffs] Yeah, but, man, did she ever get back at you. Setting you up as a dirty cop, trying to ruin your career, your reputation? I’d say she went a little overboard, don’t you think?

Maybe a little.

Yeah. And she didn’t succeed at her attempt at trying to ruin your life, so she decided to ruin mine instead.

But she didn’t succeed there either. Look, can you honestly say that she’s ruined your life, Gabi?

[dramatic music]

My marriage is over.

OK, but it doesn’t need to be. OK, listen, I understand that Stefan hurt you, OK? I get it, and I am not making light of that. But… when he came back, you two, you were so in love, and you were so happy. I mean…

Don’t you think that at some point, you could forgive him? And can’t we both agree that… you know, maybe at times, you’re not the most levelheaded person.

Oh, my God. You think your hotheaded little sister is overreacting, don’t you?

Maybe a little.

Damn it, Rafe.

No, I just– all I’m saying is this. I just–I don’t want you to make some drastic decision that you can’t take back, right? I mean, you two, you’re so good together. You’re so happy together and so in love. And you know that. I mean–

Listen, I just want you to ask yourself, do you, in your heart, really think that your marriage is over?

Julie, I want to tell the kids that their mother’s alive. I’ve wanted to since the moment we found Abby.

But Abigail has not?

No, she–she–she doesn’t. She doesn’t want the kids to know because– because she’s afraid because of how different she looks and because she doesn’t remember them. She thinks it’ll be too traumatic for them. You disagree?

[sighs] I have no idea. I have no idea how the children are going to react. Nobody does, including Abigail. But the longer we wait to tell them–

I understand. I understand. I don’t like the idea either. But she doesn’t want to talk to them until she gets her memory back.

You just said she got her memory back about the vows.

Yeah, but she doesn’t remember the kids. She doesn’t remember anything about them.

[sighs] Please, I’m not a pessimist, and I don’t want to sound pessimistic. But when, if, and perhaps never she gets her memory back, who can tell? And in the meantime, she’s living in Salem. Anybody could talk to the children. Wouldn’t it be better for them to have the news from their father that their mother’s alive?

Aaron and Felicity have been through enough. I think it’s cruel to continue to lie to them.

Yeah. I know. It’s breaking my heart. But as long as Clyde is holding our mother hostage, it’s another case of not having a choice. We have to keep them in the dark.

Mark?

It’s just that you and Stefan have been through so much. I mean, you thought the man was dead for years.

You don’t have to remind me of that, Rafe.

Well, maybe I do. And maybe I also need to remind you that when you did find each other again, you were so damn happy. And it’s just– are you gonna let this one mistake ruin everything?

It was a damn big mistake.

OK, granted, it was, but… do you want to throw everything away because of that? I mean, it just seems– I don’t know. Look, it’s none of my damn business, OK? It’s just–it does seem like maybe there’s a way to get past it.

Well, Stefan’s infidelity isn’t the only thing that he and I need to get past.

What else?

I may have escalated the situation when I slept with EJ.

[dramatic music]

You what–what?

I know. I know, it was really stupid. But I was so angry, Rafe. I was so hurt.

OK, there is hurt, and there is angry, and then there is completely insane. You hate EJ. He sent you to prison. Why in God’s name would you sleep with him?

It was Connie’s idea.

Wait. What? Connie Vininski, the homicidal maniac? She told you to sleep with EJ?

Well, not exactly.

[sighs] She told me I should get back at Stefan by cheating on him like he cheated on me. You know, like an eye for an eye type of thing.

Oh, my God. And you listened to her.

Well, in my defense, I didn’t know that she was a homicidal maniac when she suggested it, nor did I know that she was hell-bent on ruining my life. And honestly, it didn’t exactly seem like bad advice at the time.

Didn’t seem like bad advice to sleep with your husband’s brother, the man who sent you to prison? I mean, for God’s sake, Gabi.

Look, I had to do something, OK? I couldn’t stop thinking about Stefan sleeping with Ava. I couldn’t stop picturing it.

As hard as I tried, I couldn’t get that disgusting image of the two of them in bed together out of my mind. It was, like, on a constant loop in my brain.

Uh-huh.

Uh-huh. That’s all you have to say?

I’m just wondering, did sleeping with EJ, someone you hate, someone who sent you to prison, who is not only a despicable, amoral human being but your husband’s brother, did that– did that make you feel better? Did that get rid of this disgusting image that was in your head?

Honestly, no.

No matter what I do, I don’t think I’ll ever be able to stop picturing Stefan having sex with that woman.

Fine.

[tense music]

[sighs]

One more thing. You mentioned that whole thing about my wife throwing herself at you. And that may have been true at one time, but she admitted to me that that was the only time that it happened and that she was not interested in coming back for more.

[clears throat] Yes, that’s true. There was only ever that one time.

[groans] However, what is not true is that Gabi wasn’t interested in… coming back for more, as you put it.

You see, your wife did come to my room again, hoping it could happen again, since the first time was so– whew–so satisfying.

However, I turned her down… out of respect for you, brother.

Although, even so, I doubt you’ll ever be able to get that image out of your head…

Of said one time.

Am I right?

[chuckles]

[sighs]

OK. OK, you’re right. The longer we wait to tell the kids, the greater the risk of them finding out from someone else. And it would be very hurtful for them to find out from a stranger or God knows who, not to mention keeping something like that from them, even if it is amazing news.

And so?

[dramatic music]

I will tell the kids.

Oh, thanks. Thanks, darling. That’s all I wanted to hear. Oh.

Hey. What a surprise. What are you two doing here?

Nothing, I was taking Felicity to feed the ducks.

I got you a cronut.

Oh, from Sweet Bits?

Mm-hmm.

Great. Thanks, Feliss.

So what are you– what are you– what are you guys doing, anyway? I mean, you mentioned you had an important meeting.

I did, but it finished early. And since I knew you were picking up Felicity, I figured I had time to take a walk, and I ran into… one of my patients. Guys, this is Abigail Deveraux. Abigail, this is my brother, Aaron, and my sister, Felicity.

It’s nice to meet you guys.

Yeah, nice to meet you too.

You look familiar.

So I thought you said you were getting sprung from this joint. Where’s your ride?

[phone beeps]

Oh. Actually, it’s about to arrive.

[chuckles] Jada’s on her way.

That’s great.

Yeah.

[dramatic music]

Rafe, in spite of, well, the discussion that we just had…

I know that everything you said came from a caring place.

Yeah, it did. You know, I didn’t mean to be hard on you. It’s just… I love you. I love you, and I want you to be happy.

I want the same for you.

And I am so happy that you’re getting out of here any minute and that you’re all right.

Yeah. You and me both. Yeah. And whenever you get out of here, I just want you to know you always have a home with me. Don’t you forget that, OK?

Don’t you ever forget, OK? I love you.

I love you too.

OK. See you.

[laughs]

[sighs]

You think I look familiar? Huh.

Well, I’m pretty sure we haven’t met.

I guess she just has one of those faces. And hey, I should probably be getting back to the hospital. See you at home for dinner?

Yeah. All right. See you later. Good to meet you, Abigail.

Yeah, you too.

I–I– I can’t believe– I can’t believe I just saw my little brother and little sister after all this time and they didn’t–they didn’t even know it was me. I mean–

Understandable.

No, of course, with the plastic surgery, yes, I look completely different, but–

Mark, I miss them.

They’re great kids.

[sighs] Felicity, I mean, she didn’t recognize me, but she– she thought I looked familiar. I mean, she sensed something. She sensed it was me.

[phone ringing] Oh.

It’s Chad.

Hi, Chad. Is everything OK?

Yeah, everything’s fine, but we need to talk. Can you come over to the house?

[knock at door]

[dramatic music]

Don’t worry, Mom. We’re gonna get you out of this. I promise we’re gonna save you.

Oh, my God. What are you still doing here? I thought you said you had to go back to the hospital.

I do. I just got a phone call from a patient I had to take. You guys weren’t gone very long. How were the ducks?

They were really hungry.

Right? They always are.

So… did your “patient” leave? What was her name again?

Abigail. Yeah, she had to go.

I still think she looked familiar.

You got here quick.

I came as fast as I could. I’m assuming the kids aren’t here.

No. Julie took them to Sweet Bits.

Right. Yeah. Good.

That’s why I wanted you to come over. When the kids get home, I’m gonna tell them the truth.

I want us to tell them that their mother is alive.

[phone rings]

Commissioner Hernandez, what a surprise. I thought you were in a coma.

Yeah, well, I woke up.

Oh, yes. I do believe I heard rumors to that effect. Not that anyone would know the difference.

[laughs] What can I do for you?

You stupid son of a bitch, you know exactly why I’m calling. I heard about you getting involved with my sister. And I am warning you, you stay the hell away from her and out of her marriage.

Is that a threat, Commissioner?

Go to hell.

[dial tone hums]

Oof. Guess he didn’t get the memo that there will soon be no marriage to stay out of, that that marriage is doomed.

You brought me flowers?

No. One of the nurses asked me to bring them to you. They were on the desk, and… well, no one could bring them in, so…

Oh.

Great. Everyone could see how insane that woman was except me.

So…what are you doing here?

I just… wanted to let you know that I– I just spoke to my lawyer.

Your lawyer?

Yeah.

I’m filing for divorce.

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So that’s it, then. It’s just over between us?

[soft dramatic music] You know what? You’re obviously too much of a coward to just tell me the truth, so I’ll save you the trouble. Yeah, it’s done. We’re over, Tate. So you and Sophia, you guys can have a happy life together. You two totally deserve each other. Goodbye, Tate.

[tense music]

You better hope the justice system works fast when your brother is concerned, Eric. Otherwise, I’ll have no choice but to take matters into my own hand.

Xander? What are you doing with that gun?

Thanks for coming, Marlena.

Oh, Brady. Your father and I are so worried about you.

I’m worried about him. And I haven’t– I haven’t–put him through all of this and all the pain this is causing him, I mean, just because I screwed up so– screwed up doesn’t even– it doesn’t even cut it. It’s more like what I did was unforgivable.

Let me make this very clear. We love you so much.

[tender music] And we will be here for you, now and always.

I just saw EJ leaving. What was all that about?

Our illustrious DA just came to gloat. Yeah, no surprise there. He made sure to let me know that he’s definitely going to keep me in prison this time and that there’s nobody that’s going to be able to save me, not even Kristen.

What happened to the tunnels? It’s like a bomb went off down there.

Well, that’s exactly what happened, actually. Rolf, you shouldn’t be here. You’re wanted for a long list of crimes. And if the police catch you–

I’m well aware of the risks, Kristen. But I have news of the utmost importance, news that I felt must be delivered in person.

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

I’m sure you understand, Maggie, that, well, I’m Victor’s heir now and CEO of Titan again. There’s a huge target on my back. I keep this gun in the office for, uh, protection.

Come on, Xander. This building has tons of security.

And yet you were able to gain access without my knowledge. No warning, no escort. What if you’d been packing heat, Maggie?

Fine. You made your point.

Well, assuming you’re not here to assassinate me, what brings you by?

Ah, yeah. Well, I have something to speak to you about, alone.

Oh? Am I in trouble?

Not yet. But perhaps, um, trouble can be avoided if you take my advice.

Which is?

Well, now that Sarah has identified Brady as being the drunk driver who hit her, he’ll probably be going to prison for what he did. So, Xander, I’m asking you to please, please, could you drop this vendetta against Brady?

It sounds like EJ is pretty upset with his sister for making your car disappear so it couldn’t be used as evidence.

Yes, he is.

And I’m–I’m angry at her for doing it in the first place, as you know. Marlena, she’s– she’s determined to get me out of this mess.

What does that mean?

She–she visited earlier. She offered to do something pretty extreme to ensure my freedom.

I’m afraid to ask. – You’re going to make Sarah disappear? That’s your big plan?

It wouldn’t be the first time. Just say the word, Brady, and I will have Dr. Sarah rolling around the DiMera Island compound by tomorrow afternoon.

Oh–oh, my God. Oh, my God.

Or–or I could, uh, take a page out of Connie Vininski’s book and just toss her in the basement and set off a bomb.

OK, OK. Kristen, you’re not doing this. I think it’s better that you just don’t know about it.

Well, is it something illegal?

I told her. I told her, you need to lay off. You need to stand down immediately.

Well, I hope she listens to you. Because whenever Kristen gets involved in somebody– in somebody’s problems, she can make them worse, a lot worse.

All right, Rolf, you have my attention. What is this urgent news that you risked life and limb to share?

Well, as I’m sure you recall, Kristen, you, uh, reached out to me shortly after you were named CEO of DiMera Enterprises. You asked me to work on scientific innovations that could be developed and monetized on behalf of the company.

Yeah, I wanted you to score me a win, something that would cement my place at the top, prove those naysayers wrong. Of course, I did have my reservations about bankrolling a known fugitive.

Well, I’m happy to say your gamble paid off. There’s been a monumental scientific breakthrough, thanks to me, that will make you and your board members very, very rich.

Wow, that was intense.

I can’t believe it. Holly and I are– are over.

Tate, I’m so sorry.

Are you really?

Of course I am. Why would you even ask me that?

Come on, Sophia. You two were just at each other’s throats. I think that maybe you’d enjoy watching my relationship with her blow up.

Tate, I admit that I have my issues with my former BFF, but I know how much you care about her and how hard you fought to be with her. So, no, I’m not enjoying this. In fact, I feel really bad that it’s all falling apart, mostly for your sake.

I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have doubted you. I just–I’m upset, obviously.

Of course you are. Holly broke your heart. But honestly, after the way she betrayed your trust, the way she used you to try to get evidence against your dad, I truly think you’re better off without her.

[crying]

[footsteps approaching]

Holly. Hey.

Oh, my God. Please, I literally can’t right now. Just leave me alone.

I know you’re still mad at me. I just want– I want you to know that I love you. And I’m always here for you if you need to talk.

Fine. You want to know why I’m so upset, Eric? Well, it’s because Tate and I just broke up, and it’s all your fault.

Holly, I’m sorry that you and Tate broke up. But how is this my fault?

You and your brother are the exact same. You just get drunk, you run people over, and you don’t give a damn about the consequences. And for some bizarre reason, Tate still insists on defending both of you.

I don’t know why he’s defending me, but I know that Tate loves his father. He’s scared that he’s going to go to prison.

Which is what he deserves.

Holly, I know this situation really hits home for you. You and Tate–

Stop.

You and Tate need each other.

Just stop.

Especially right now.

No, stop. Don’t act like you care about me or what I need.

Of course I do.

No, you don’t. So don’t pretend to.

I do.

You don’t care about me, Eric. And neither does my mom.

You know what, Sophia? You’re–you’re right.

What, you mean you agree that you’re better off without Holly?

No, no. About what you said about how Holly and I had to work really hard to be together. You know, lying to my parents, sneaking around behind their backs for months, pretending I went to lacrosse camp just so we could hang out. And we did all of that, and now it’s just over. It’s like it was all for nothing.

That really sucks. But I hope you know that none of this is your fault, Tate. You tried to work things out with Holly. And I’m sorry, but she went a little psycho.

Sophia, come on.

What? It’s true. I mean, I know she’s got a lot going on, but she didn’t have to take it out on you. And the stuff with your dad, Tate? I hate to say it, but this isn’t the first time she screwed you over. She also took her sweet time clearing your name after her overdose, which was so awful, you going to jail and then to that rehab place.

Yeah. Yeah, that was rough.

Sorry. Now I’m making things worse. I shouldn’t have brought that up. Tate, is there anything I can do for you?

No, thank you. I think maybe I should just head home.

How about we take a walk instead? You shouldn’t be alone when you’re this upset.

Don’t you have work?

My shift doesn’t start for a while. Come on. It’ll be better than moping around at home by yourself.

All right. Maybe you’re right.

I think you might be exaggerating just a wee bit, Maggie. All I’ve wanted is for Brady to be brought to justice for what he did to Sarah, not some vendetta against him.

Hmm. Well, then, can you explain to me why you wanted to break his legs? That’s right. Fiona told me that you went after him with a baseball bat.

At the time, I was very frustrated that Brady was a free man, that he got away with paralyzing Sarah. You can’t blame me for wanting him to pay for that.

I do blame you, Xander, for taking it so far, or at least intending to. And thank God Fiona was there to stop you.

Did she tell you why she intervened?

Oh, you mean that she slept with Brady? Yeah, she told me.

Another reason my anger is justified.

Why? Because from what I understand, Brady didn’t even know Fiona was your mother when they first met.

Right. After he figured it out, he kept seeing her, probably just to stick it to me.

Stop it. Now, Xander, you’re the one obsessing over Brady. It’s not the other way around. I think it’s high time that you focused more time on being with your wife and less time on getting back at Brady.

No, I–I agree %. I mean, Kristen–Kristen would just make my situation worse. Although, I’ll be honest with you.

[sighs] I’d much rather her be fighting with me than against me.

I do understand that. I mean, the two of you have been involved in some incredible fights over Rachel.

Which may be coming to an end, finally. Not just because I might be going to prison, but because Kristen said she’s willing to revisit our custody arrangement.

She told me that.

I–I think it was just an incentive, you know, for me not to give up, you know, after the accident.

You know what? I think she might have had a–a different motivation.

Like what?

When we spoke, she told me that she still loves you.

Yeah. Yeah, she–she told me that, too, earlier.

Interesting.

What is?

You didn’t say that you never wanted to be involved with that psycho again.

No, I didn’t say that. But the truth is, I– I wish that I did feel that way. After all the awful things that she has done to you, to me, to so many people that we care about– when she says, I still love you, Brady, it should–it should– it should mean nothing. It should–it should be pathetic because I’m never going to return her feelings.

You say you wish you felt that way? Don’t you?

Ahh.

[clears throat] Hmm. Rolf, all these equations and formulas, am I supposed to understand any of this?

No, of course not. That is why I am here! Hmm? I have a whole presentation prepared to explain my research to you in layman’s terms. It will only take an hour or two of your time.

[laughs] You know what? Rolf, I really, really appreciate your hard work and– and your enthusiasm, but, um, currently, I don’t have the bandwidth for this. The father of my child could be going to prison, and, well, I need to focus my energy on trying to find a way to save him.

But this is the scientific discovery of the century. And DiMera stands to make millions, if not billions.

OK, I get it. I get it, Rolf. I really, really do. But I mean, can we just put this on the back burner for now? Until I can get Brady out of trouble.

I can’t believe what I am hearing. This is–this is the future of the company, the future of the world. And you are still wrapped up in your very unhealthy obsession with Brady Black!

Watch it. Don’t forget who’s in charge here.

[sighs]

Your father, too, had his obsession, his Queen of the Night, Marlena Evans. But Stefano always understood when he needed to put his personal matters aside for the good of the company.

Hmm. Did he, though?

He at least made an effort to multitask. And I believe that is what your father would want you to do in this situation.

[tense music]

[sighs] Fine. Lay it on me.

Holly, please. You got to believe me. Your mom and I hate that you’re in so much pain. Your mom really wants to help you.

Then where the hell is she? If I’m so important to her, then why doesn’t she just come home? Or is visiting her only daughter just too inconvenient?

You know that she would be here if she could. Jude, he’s got a head cold and an ear infection. And so she doesn’t want to put him on a plane. But maybe you could go visit her instead.

You know what really gets me is– is how Holly is so completely in the wrong, and she blames everybody else, including you.

Well, she and I haven’t been getting along for a while now, so sort of an easy scapegoat.

Yeah, it’s just not right. I mean, she’s way out of line. And, I mean, all you did is you called her out for– for using me, right? My God, for her to hit you?

Well, I don’t have to steal Tate from you, Holly. You’re handing him over gift-wrapped just by being the same broken, hot mess you’ve been since we were kids. And not just a hot mess, but obviously sexually repressed.

Shut the hell up right now.

I’m just saying, you not putting out for the guy is kind of an advantage for me since he’s raring to go, and I can’t wait to get him into bed and to satisfy him like you refuse to. Although, I’m guessing even if you did put out, you wouldn’t be able to satisfy him like I can. Like I will. I have to be honest, Tate. Holly didn’t hit me because I called her out. She hit me because I admitted I have feelings for you.

[suspenseful music]

Wait a minute. What are–what are you talking about, Maggie? I’ve–I’ve been there for Sarah %. I was by her side at the hospital. And then I brought her home. And since then I’ve– well, I’ve been–I’ve been spending as much time with her as I possibly can.

I know you have. I’m not talking about physically. I’m talking about emotionally. Sarah is going through so much, and you have been spending so much more time and energy focusing on ways to punish Brady.

[sighs] Maybe you’re right, Maggie. I just– I just don’t know how to help her. She–she’s always putting on such a strong front, insisting everything’s fine, but it’s–it’s not. She is not fine. I hear her crying when she thinks I’m not around, and I saw how sad she looked when she couldn’t chase after Victoria at her birthday party. It just– it makes me feel so damn helpless, watching her suffer like this. I can’t help Sarah regain the use of her legs, but I can help her get justice.

Well, now that Brady is facing judgment and you’re going to get your justice, Xander, it’s time. It’s time to let it go. For your sake and for Sarah’s sake.

[scoffs] Why do I feel like I should be lying on the couch in your office?

Am I acting too much like a therapist?

[sighs] No, you’re not. More like a concerned parent.

Good. Answer my question, please.

OK. You know, I’ve always felt this pull towards Kristen. Even when times are bad, I can’t get her out of my system.

Understandable. You share a daughter.

No, Marlena. It’s– it’s like an addiction. It’s–it’s– it’s just an addiction. But this one’s different because of Rachel. I can’t– I can’t go cold turkey because I have to be in contact with the woman because of my daughter.

Yeah. Let’s try another metaphor. Are you in danger of falling off the wagon when it comes to Kristen?

No, no, I’m just– I’m just still burned from what happened with Theresa. Besides, even if I was ready to love again, it’s a moot point because I’m going to prison.

What is this?

I thought you might like to follow along as I give my presentation.

Huh. You thought wrong. Uh…

[clears throat] Just give me the gist, and make it snappy.

All right. So a crude summation will pale in comparison to the elegance of my discovery.

Tick-tock, tick-tock.

All right, fine, fine. Do you remember the Chorvat prisms?

Of course I do. They contain all sorts of advanced scientific properties. You and Megan used one of them to cure Bo’s brain tumor.

We also used one to create a fountain of youth serum derived from that rare jungle orchid.

Oh, my God. Rolf, you perfected it? Why wouldn’t you have led with that?

Look at my face, Kristen. Does it look like I perfected a fountain of youth?

[sighs] I guess that’s a no.

Even though the ISA now has possession of the prisms, I was able to work off my extensive notes, and I was able to come up with a new serum that will revolutionize the field of medicine!

Yeah, this is where you get to the gist part.

It has incredible regenerative properties, far beyond what we can currently do with stem cells. For instance, you could regenerate a failed organ or regrow dying tissue. Essentially, just about any damage to the human body can be reversed!

What about a spinal cord injury?

[dramatic music]

So you admitted to Holly that you have feelings for me?

Which I do. You can’t be that surprised, Tate. You knew I was into you before. That’s why you asked me to prom.

Yeah, but you–you said that you just wanted to be friends. I–I thought we were past all of that.

I know. And I meant it. I really did. And I’ve tried to put my feelings aside, tried to be supportive of you and Holly. But I guess deep down, I’m still not over you.

[soft music]

I’m sorry I didn’t realize.

Don’t be sorry, please. I don’t want it to be weird between us. And I kind of didn’t realize it either. But then Holly kept suggesting that I was trying to steal you away. So I had to admit that while I wasn’t doing that, I do still like you.

And that’s why she hit you?

Like I said, she just thinks I’m trying to take you away from her. Look, I admit that I flirted with you at the Horton cabin last summer. Actually, I guess flirting is an understatement. I kind of suggested we have sex. You’re not saying anything. Surely you remember that.

Uh, yeah, I–I do.

But no comment?

It–it was awkward.

I know. And I was obviously out of line. But then you totally rejected me anyway, which was actually pretty humiliating. But after that, I decided I needed to have some self-respect and back off. Which I have, haven’t I?

Yeah. Yeah, you have. Definitely, yeah.

Sorry. I’ve made this all about me, which I didn’t want to do. It’s just after what Holly did to you, I want everything to be out in the open between us, Tate. No deception.

So you want me to fly to Paris in the middle of my senior year?

We could go for a long weekend. You wouldn’t miss much class, and this is really important.

And so is applying to college, which, by the way, my mom’s not here to help me with either.

And she can help you with that. You can do a video chat.

No, you know damn well that’s not the same as being with someone in person.

Holly, she asked you to move with us.

But when I said I couldn’t, she could have made me a priority and stayed. But she didn’t. She didn’t stay in Salem. She chose to do what you wanted, Eric, instead of what her daughter needed.

Holly, your mom is terribly concerned and wants to see you.

Yeah, whatever. It’s pointless, anyway. I don’t have anything to say to her.

So what? You’re just going to shut her out?

[somber music]

[sighs] Holly, I am the one who was responsible for your father’s death, not her.

True. She just lied to me about it my entire life.

Then give her a chance to explain, a chance to tell you why she came to that decision. Don’t you think you owe her that much?

Brady, as far as you going to prison, that’s not a foregone conclusion. Justin’s a very good attorney. He–he may be able to pull off a miracle.

Marlena, we’ve been over this. I’m not looking for a miracle.

I know you think you deserve to be punished. Darling, please, let Justin do his job.

I am. I am letting him do it, out of deference to Dad. OK, if it wasn’t for him, I would just assume– just–just get this whole damn thing over with. I–

[laughs] I’m responsible for Sarah being in that wheelchair, probably for the rest of her life, OK? It’s my fault that she has pain and she has suffering, and I am willing to– no, I’m not willing. I need to take responsibility for it.

I hear you, Maggie. And look, I haven’t only been sitting around thinking of ways to punish Brady. I’ve also been looking into specialists. I’m trying to find anyone that can help Sarah walk again.

And what have you found?

So far, everyone agrees with Sarah’s current doctors. And they’ve admitted that things aren’t looking promising.

Well, then I guess it’s time for us to face reality…

[sighs] That Sarah’s paralysis is most likely permanent.

The serum wasn’t specifically created for spinal cord injury. Though I suppose it’s not out of the realm of possibilities that it could be used thusly, given some re-engineering, that is. Why do you ask?

Because Brady is currently facing prison time for a hit and run. And Sarah Kiriakis, she’s paralyzed and may never walk again.

I see. Well, I’d have to take a look at her charts to determine if the serum would be appropriate for her particular case.

But in theory, it is possible that the serum may get Sarah back on her feet again?

Yes. Yes, I believe it– possible.

[sighs]

[chuckles]

Well, then, Rolf, you need to get working on this right away. I’m going to get you a lab. You’re going to revise the serum. Oh, my God. I mean, if Sarah starts to walk again–

Kristen, I know you spent a lot of time with Sarah on this island when she thought she was your dead sister. But I hadn’t realized you cared so much for her.

Oh, believe me, I don’t.

Then there must be some ulterior motive here, huh? Something perhaps to do with–

I have my reasons, Rolf. And if you want your funding, you want your lab, you want the glory of the scientific breakthrough, then you’ll leave it at that.

[suspenseful music]

I’m not ready to just– to give up hope, Maggie.

Nor am I. But if it turns out that Sarah’s condition is permanent, we mustn’t forget that Sarah can still have a full and productive life.

Of course.

And she will. That’s if you and Victoria are in her corner. Right?

Right. Thank you, Maggie, for– for helping me get my priorities straight.

So does this mean–

Yes, I’ll focus all my attention on my wife, and I will stop obsessing about Brady Black.

You know that Eric felt the same way you do. After what happened to Daniel, he was– he was tormented by it. But he found there are other ways to atone for mistakes besides going to jail.

I get that. And I’m glad that Eric has found a way to make peace with the fact that he took a life. I guess I’m luckier. My situation is better because Sarah is still alive. But, Marlena, unlike Eric, I am– I’m not there. I am not ready to make peace with what I did.

I hope in time you will. Please know that I am always, always here for you.

Thank you.

As is your father.

I know he is. Again, I just–I just– I feel really bad about the pain that I’m causing him. I think he’d be better off if he just accepted his son’s fate.

He can’t do that. And neither could you. Last year, when your son was in so much trouble, there was no way you couldn’t be there for him.

He was innocent.

And would things have changed if he hadn’t been innocent?

No, I–I probably would have stood by his side anyway. Just the way he’s standing by my side now. Which, by the way, is costing him a lot.

How so?

[sighs] He and Holly, they– they had this big fight. And it was all because of–of me.

Oh. I’m sorry to hear that.

Me too. I had all these reservations about the two of them being together. But now that they are, I would really hate it that I was the reason that they didn’t work out.

Well, thank you for being honest with me. I know that probably wasn’t easy for you.

Well, it was easier telling you than Holly.

Again, I am so sorry that she hit you. That was totally wrong of her. But, hey, at least it didn’t leave a mark, right?

[laughs] Thank God. I was not looking forward to explaining that to my parents. They would have totally lost it.

Right. I get it. You know, but now, with, you know, my mom going to prison and my dad maybe joining her… I don’t know. I just–I kind of miss my parents being up all in my business, you know? Is that crazy?

No, no, not at all. And hey, if you ever need your fix of nosy parents, feel free to come by my place. My parents will gladly give you the third degree and then tell you exactly what to do.

Right. I think I might skip that, thanks.

[laughs] Yeah. Yeah, you should. So, Tate, are we still cool? I mean, after me telling you that I have feelings for you?

Yeah. Yeah, we’re still cool. And actually, I’m glad you told me that.

Really?

Yeah, it’s good that something like that is out in the open. You know, I don’t want you to feel like you have to hold anything back with me.

Well, in that case–

[tense music]

I really wish you wouldn’t make me speak on your mother’s behalf. But since you won’t talk to her, I want you to know something. She needs you. She needs to see you.

[scoffs]

She misses you terribly.

I have a hard time believing that. She could have stayed here.

Holly, she had her reasons. And they were…

[sighs] Big decisions.

Yeah, I know.

You know, you don’t have to stay very long. I’ll even buy you a plane ticket on the next flight.

[soft dramatic music] All you have to do is go home, pack your things.

[crying]

Fine. I’ll go to Paris. I mean, there’s nothing keeping me in Salem anyway. Not anymore.

Um, I–I– I–I’m sorry, I– I don’t know, I think maybe you misunderstood. I–I’m really–just I’m not, uh, ready to move on yet.

Oh, my God. I’m so embarrassed. I totally misread the situation. You must think I’m pathetic.

No, no, no, no. Not at all. You’re–you’re great. You’ve–you’ve been totally, uh, understanding and supportive. I just– I’m such a mess right now. I think maybe I should just head home, you know?

Are you sure I didn’t screw things up?

I am positive. Uh, text you later, OK?

OK. Yeah, yeah. You should go home and– and take it easy. Talk soon.

OK.

[soft suspenseful music]

Science is a cold mistress. But she is calling me.

[sighs] You appreciated my brilliance once upon a time. But your progeny, that’s a different story.

[tense music] Your precious Kristen blew out of here looking like the cat who ate the canary. I wonder what she’s up to this time.

[knocking on door]

Well, hello there, Xandy.

Ugh. Maybe security here really is a problem.

I’m sorry. What?

Nothing. What the hell do you want?

You might want to change your tone. Believe it or not, I am here to help you.

Brady, take care of yourself. We’ll talk soon.

Thank you for coming, Marlena.

You know, I can’t help but wonder what Kristen has in mind when she’s talking about helping you.

Honestly, please, don’t even worry about it.

How can I not worry about it? This is Kristen DiMera we’re talking about. And when she sets her mind to something, well, there’s no telling what she might do to follow through.

Wait, so you’re– you’re saying that Rolf’s new serum can make Sarah walk again?

Well, I mean, he still needs to fine-tune the formula, but when it is all done, it’ll be all yours.

Oh, my God.

Yeah. There’s just one teeny, tiny favor I might ask in return.

Which is?

Make sure that Brady goes free.

[tense music]

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THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[ominous music]

That son of a bitch is finally going to pay.

Doing a victory dance?

And what if I am? Your brother put my wife in a wheelchair. So what if I rejoice at his downfall? Look, I don’t know why you’re here, but I have an international conglomerate to run, so if you could just, uh–

I’m not going anywhere. Not until you and I have a little chat.

[tense music]

Tate.

Hey, Dad.

Always glad to see you. Aren’t you supposed to be in school?

Uh, school’s out. It’s after :.

Wow, yeah. Well, it’s hard to keep track of time in here.

How are you doing, Dad?

Today I’m a lot better than I was last night when you found me, that’s for sure. And I’m–I’m sorry you had to see me like that.

Passed out drunk, you mean?

Oh, no, no.

That’s–that’s the thing.

[mysterious music] I wasn’t drunk.

What the hell are you thinking, EJ? You had Brady arrested again.

Good afternoon to you, too, Kristen.

You do get that this is harassment, right? You have no concrete evidence linking Brady to Sarah’s hit-and-run. And yet here you go again, having those morons you call a police force dragging him in.

Oh. Then you obviously haven’t heard. An eyewitness has come forward.

[laughs] Really? And who is this eyewitness?

The victim herself, Sarah Kiriakis.

It’s such a beautiful day.

Well, fresh air is the best medicine, isn’t it?

Yes, it is. Thank you for wheeling me here.

[laughs]

My pleasure. Besides, it gives us some time alone to talk.

Talk about what?

[sighs] About what you told the police you remembered seeing.

You mean Brady driving the car that hit me? What about it?

Sarah, I know that you were lying.

[dramatic music]

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

[suspenseful music]

Believe me, I know how it must have looked when you found me. But, Tate, I was not drinking last night.

How can you even say that, Dad? You were slurring your words. I had to carry you to bed. Like, come on.

I don’t– I don’t–I don’t remember everything exactly how it happened. But here’s what I remember. I was totally out of it. I was totally out of it. But it had nothing to do with being drunk.

Come on, Dad.

I’m telling you the truth. I swear to God. Something knocked me out, Tate. It wasn’t alcohol. It might have been a bug. It might have been– I don’t know what it was, but here’s what I understand. After what happened to Sarah, I’m never drinking again. And I sure as hell wasn’t drinking last night. Please believe me.

[mellow acoustic music]

Holly. Hey.

God, what? What do you want, Sophia?

Whoa. No need to be so harsh. I only wanted to congratulate you.

Congratulate me for what exactly?

Well, I heard about your new after-school job.

What are you talking about? The last time I had a job was the one you blackmailed me into, remember?

Wait. So you’re saying you didn’t get hired by the DA’s office to be their new teen detective?

Sarah is your eyewitness?

Well, you obviously haven’t seen the news today.

[clears throat] Yes. Sarah came forward last night saying she remembers seeing Brady in the driver’s seat of the car that hit her. So despite your car crushing antics, Brady Black is finally going to pay for his crimes.

Huh. So Sarah–

[laughs] Suddenly remembered that Brady was the one driving that night after all this time?

What? That’s not so implausible, is it? That memories just slowly come back after trauma?

Yeah. It is implausible, actually. Oh, come on. You know as well as I do that Sarah is lying through her pearly white teeth.

[tense music]

Why–why do you think that I’m lying?

I just know that you can’t possibly remember seeing Brady behind the wheel that night.

Well, how could you possibly know that?

[tires screeching]

Oh, my God!

Answer me, Fiona. Why do you think that I don’t remember? Why do you– why do you think that I don’t remember seeing Brady driving the car that hit me?

Look, if you’ve come here to beg for mercy for your brother, you can save your breath. We now have concrete evidence that he was the drunken bastard who crippled my wife.

Right. I heard. But I’m not here to seek absolution for my brother.

Then why are you here?

I want to know what the hell you were doing alone in my parents’ house last night, standing over my brother who was all but dead to the world.

[soft dramatic music]

Please tell me you believe me that I wasn’t drinking last night.

Yeah. Okay, Dad, I–I believe you. And I– I want you to know that I am % in your corner.

[sighs] That means a lot to hear– hear you say that. I know this hasn’t been easy for you. It’s like this whole town just thinks the worst of me. I deserve their scorn, but you don’t. And you don’t deserve to have both of your parents in prison. I’m sorry about that.

Hey, stop worrying about me. I’ll be fine.

I know you’ll be fine because you have– you have so many people in this town that love you, Tate, and want to support you. Your grandparents are % behind you. You know that, right?

Yeah, I do.

What about Holly? How’s that going?

Not great. Actually, quite badly.

Did something happen?

[sighs] Yeah, something happened. She just–she hasn’t been understanding at all about the accident, about you having a disease and not meaning to hurt anyone. She just– God, she’s so damn angry, Dad.

Tate, her–her aunt is in a wheelchair. She’s going to be angry about it.

Yeah, but she won’t even try to see things from my point of view. She–like, she doesn’t get that you’re my dad, and I’m worried about you. So when she talks about wanting to make you pay, come on. I can’t hear that. And how could I possibly be with someone who doesn’t respect that I love my father, and I’m going to stand by him no matter what?

Like I said, she’s– she’s just angry about her aunt.

[sighs]

All right? Give her time.

Yeah, I was trying to give her time until I found out what she did.

What–what do you mean? What did she do?

[tense music] Tell me, what did she do?

She snuck into your room at Grandma and Grandpa’s, looking for dirt on you.

New teen detective? What the hell are you talking about?

As if you don’t know. I heard all about your pathetic little spy games, Holly. Who are you trying to be, Harriet the Spy? Oh, no. She’s too frumpy. Not fashion forward enough for Holly Jonas, right? Maybe Nancy Drew or Veronica Mars?

Mm-mm, no, they’re too old school. Oh, I know. Charlie Cale! Oh, sweetie. I hate to be the one to break it to you, but you’re no poker face.

Yeah, and you’re really mean and petty and vindictive. Aside from which, you have no idea what you’re talking about.

I know what Tate told me.

What Tate told you?

Poor guy had to talk to someone since you were being so extra.

[scoffs] Seriously, Holly? Lying about wanting to get back together with Tate just so you could sneak into his dad’s bedroom and snoop around? That’s low, even for you. And I bet your ex-stepdaddy, Mr. Big Man DA, put you up to it, right?

[mellow acoustic music]

Why don’t you believe Sarah’s memory about that night could have returned?

Because I’m not an idiot. Because I have a functional frontal lobe. And even Marlena couldn’t bring back that woman’s memories after she hypnotized her.

So?

So–

[scoffs] So Sarah miraculously experienced a total recall shortly after she found out that Brady, what, wasn’t going to face charges? It’s a little convenient, wouldn’t you say? Hmm?

[tense music]

You have to tell me. Why do you think that I’m lying about Brady?

Well, it’s just that I heard you and Xander talking yesterday in the bedroom. I wasn’t eavesdropping. I just happened to be passing by. And you were telling Xander how you had lied to the police.

[sighs] Oh.

And I just can’t figure out why. Is it because you want to see Brady punished?

No. No, it’s not that.

I had no choice.

I don’t understand.

Xander has been so consumed with anger. And he is obsessed with getting revenge against Brady. And, Fiona… he was going to kill Brady and make it look like a suicide.

Oh, dear God.

So you see, I had no choice. I had to lie to the police. It was the only way to save Brady and your son.

You caught Holly snooping around in my room?

Yeah, I did. And, Dad, she had already gotten into your briefcase when I caught her. And at first, she tried to act all innocent, which is stupid and lame because she knew that I was on to her. But then she admitted what she was doing, and I– I was beyond pissed off.

Mm-hmm. What did you do?

I threw her out. I made her leave the house. Like, Dad, I can’t even stand to look at her.

Tate, I’m– I’m sorry that my situation caused you two to have a fight.

[sighs] Dad, there’s more. I– just I think that EJ and Holly have been teaming up.

What–what do you mean? What do you mean, she’s teaming up with him?

I just– I think that EJ put Holly up to going after you. They’ve been acting all buddy-buddy ever since Holly found out that Eric killed her father. And God, I just– I wish that I hadn’t told her that. Like–

Look, there is no way– there’s no– son, there’s no way that you could have known that she didn’t already know. Okay? Furthermore, you are not to blame for any of this. Your uncle Eric and I made horrific mistakes. Her Aunt Sarah is in a wheelchair because of me. And she doesn’t have a father because of him, while my brother did. I think EJ is using her anger as a weapon against me. So I don’t want you to be too hard on Holly. Tate, I know both of you are angry right now, but in the end, I think you’re going to need her as much as she needs you.

Maybe.

I love you. I am–I am so grateful that– I’m just proud of you. Thank you for your compassion and your kindness.

I love you, too, Dad.

All right, well, I, uh, should probably get going. I have a lot of schoolwork to catch up on.

Yeah. Yes.

So, well– I guess, uh… I’ll see you soon, yeah?

I’ll see you soon.

Take care, Dad.

All right.

You just never let up, do you, EJ? Damn you.

You’ve got it all wrong, Kristen. You see, Sarah isn’t like you. She wasn’t raised by Stefano, wasn’t taught to get through life by hatching one nefarious plan after another.

Pot, meet kettle.

Yes, I am cut from the same cloth as you. I don’t deny that. But Sarah is a Horton. She’s a stand-up citizen.

Uh-huh, stand-up citizen who lied not once, but twice about the paternity of her children.

You’re grasping at straws, Kristen, because you don’t want Brady to pay for his crime, because you still love him– God knows why, because he detests you and always will.

Brady does not detest me. In fact, he and I are getting closer lately.

[laughs]

Not to mention, it would break Rachel’s heart if her father goes to prison. But you don’t give a damn about your niece, do you? All you want is for Brady to hurt because that hurts Eric. Damn you, EJ. It isn’t Brady’s fault that Nicole left you.

No, but it is his fault that Sarah is crippled. And I am going to do everything in my power to make sure Brady Black pays, and pays dearly.

Huh. We’ll see about that.

[suspenseful music]

I asked you a question, Xander. What the hell were you doing in my parents’ house last night?

Well, surely you can figure it out. I went there to warn Brady that I wasn’t going to rest until he was behind bars for what he did to Sarah.

And?

And that’s it.

So if that’s all that happened, then how did my brother end up smashed out of his mind?

Well, I’m so sorry to break this to you, Eric, but your brother is a drunk. So I imagine he got smashed the way people usually do– by pouring a tremendous amount of booze down his throat.

So he was smashed when you got there? When he opened the door?

The door was unlocked when I got there. I let myself in and found him in a sorry state. Next thing I knew, the police barged in and arrested him.

And that’s your story?

That’s the truth.

I don’t buy one word of it.

[dramatic music]

So Xander was going to kill Brady and make it look as though he’d taken his own life?

Yes. And as much as I hate lying to the police, it was the only way to stop him. Actually, I was in this park when I saw Xander plotting against Brady with some random guy.

[tense music]

And Xander’s admitted to what he was planning?

Well, no, not at first, but I got it out of him. Fiona, I’m so sorry. I know this has to be so upsetting.

[crying] And it’s all my fault. I have hurt you so badly, and my son, too, and Brady. God.

What? No. You’re not to blame for any of this. What–

[laughs] Yes, I am. I am to blame.

I’m to blame for all of it.

I’m sorry, but how is this any of your business?

Tate made it my business when he confided in me, which, by the way, he’s been doing a lot lately. And look, I am really sorry about what Tate’s Uncle Eric did to your father, like, a million years ago. But that doesn’t mean you should take it out on Tate and his dad.

First of all, you have no idea what I’ve been going through, so don’t you dare tell me what I should or shouldn’t do. Okay? And just for the record, Sophia, I’m not angry because I just now found out that Eric Brady was the one who killed my dad. No. No. I’m angry because Tate’s dad drove drunk, ran over my Aunt Sarah, and didn’t even stop to see if she was okay. She may never be able to walk again.

Well, that’s all super sad, but how is any of that Tate’s fault? Wow, you totally betrayed his trust when you broke into his dad’s room.

Oh, my God. I didn’t break into his dad’s room. The door was unlocked.

Oh. Well, in that case, totally Okay to violate his privacy. My bad. So what’s your explanation for prying open his briefcase?

Oh. See, that’s the thing. I don’t owe you an explanation for anything.

I guess not. But I don’t see how you could use Tate like that. No wonder he keeps coming to me for comfort.

Oh, my God, you are just loving this, aren’t you? You know, you’ve been trying to steal Tate from me for months now, and this just couldn’t be the more perfect opportunity, could it?

Oh, I don’t have to steal Tate from you, Holly. You’re handing him over gift-wrapped just by being the same broken, hot mess you’ve been since we were kids. And not just a hot mess, but obviously sexually repressed.

Shut the hell up right now!

I’m just saying. You not putting out for the guy– it’s kind of an advantage for me since he’s raring to go, and I can’t wait to get him into bed and to satisfy him like you refuse to. Although, I’m guessing even if you did put out, you wouldn’t be able to satisfy him like I can. Like I will.

[dramatic music]

Holly! What the hell are you doing?

God. Hey, are you all right?

I’m fine. I just need a little ice.

[soft dramatic music]

What is the matter with you?

Me? Nothing’s the matter with me. She started it.

Okay, yeah, whoever started it, like, damn, you didn’t have to hit her.

But Tate, Holly’s telling the truth. I did start it.

Kristen.

Hey. I am so sorry. I came as soon as I heard.

Does Rachel know?

No, no, no, not yet. Are you okay? I mean, how are they treating you?

Fine. They’re treating me fine.

Damn it, Brady. You know, you shouldn’t be in here. I could just strangle EJ.

Oh, no, no, don’t blame EJ. He’s just doing his job. I’m where I should be, and I’m getting what I deserve, Kristen.

All right, all right. You know what? And what about what Rachel deserves? She deserves to have her daddy.

Yeah, we’ve–

Yes!

We’ve talked about this. Rachel’s going to be fine because she has you. She has my parents. She will be fine.

Oh, my God. I really, really hate that you are resigned about this and so passive. Brady.

[smacks] Dang it, you need to fight. I will fight with you. The daughter of Stefano DiMera is not just going to stand by and watch the father of her daughter go to prison.

Kristen, Kristen, stop.

What?

There’s nothing more that can be done.

Oh, the hell there isn’t. The hell there isn’t. I have a plan.

Mm. what–what plan?

I could make Sarah Horton disappear.

[suspenseful music]

Fiona, why do you think that you are to blame for any of this?

[crying] Well, because– because I was with Brady just before he drank and ran into you. And I’m a recovering alcoholic, too, and I should have seen the signs. And maybe if I had, I could have taken him to a meeting. And he–and he would–

[sighs]

[soft dramatic music] I’m so sorry, Sarah. I hope you can forgive me.

There is nothing to forgive. There’s nothing to forgive. You–you couldn’t have known that Brady was going to get behind the wheel of a car. There was no way for you to know. And what is– what’s done is done. And as much as I did hate lying to the police, because I did, Brady is going to face the consequences of his actions.

I was with my brother last night at the pub, and he wasn’t drinking.

Well, of course he wouldn’t drink right there in front of you. He must have knocked a few back on his way home.

He said he wasn’t drinking, and I believe him.

Well, of course you believe him. You’re one of his enablers.

You know, Brady also told me that, well, he had an encounter with some guy who was claiming to be a regular from his AA meeting, but Brady said he didn’t even recognize him.

You do realize that he’s probably loaded when he attends those meetings.

He also mentioned that…

[soft dramatic music] He scratched his hand with this ring after they shook hands.

So?

And the next thing you know, that Brady’s back home, blacked out.

Eric, what exactly are you getting at? What are you implying here?

I’m not implying anything, Xander. I’m straight up calling you out. I know what you did. You took a page right out of Victor’s playbook, and you hired a thug to do your dirty work.

Let me get this straight. You think I hired some AA mystery man to shake Brady’s hand and what? Roofie him with a poison ring? What is this, the th century? Or are you just delusional?

Xander, I know you had something to do with it.

[tense music] I intend to prove it.

All right, look, just for argument’s sake, I’ll play along. What exactly do you think my supposed henchmen and I have planned for Brady?

I’m not sure yet. I don’t know. Maybe you planned on killing Brady. The police showed up just in time to stop you from doing it.

My wife remembered seeing your brother hit her with his car. And now Brady’s in police custody, where he belongs. Whatever I was doing at his house last night is beside the point.

No, the point is, you mess with my family, you mess with me. I’m warning you, Xander.

You’re threatening me? Brady is the reason my wife might be stuck in a wheelchair for the rest of her life. You know what? Screw you and your degenerate brother. Get the hell out of here before I do security’s job for them.

There’s no need for that.

You’re going to make Sarah disappear? That’s your big plan?

It wouldn’t be the first time. Just say the word, Brady, and I will have Dr. Sarah rolling around the DiMera Island compound by tomorrow afternoon.

Oh, my God. Oh, my God.

Or I could take a page out of Connie Vininski’s book and just toss her in the basement and set off a bomb.

Okay, okay. Kristen, you’re not doing this. You’re not doing this. Don’t even think about it, okay? For my sake and for Rachel’s, please promise me you’ll stay out of it. Just let justice take its course, okay?

I’m sorry, Brady. That is a promise I wouldn’t be able to keep. Not only does your daughter need you, but I need you too. I love you, Brady. And I’m going to do whatever it takes–

No.

To save you.

Don’t. Don’t. Kristen.

I am.

Kristen? Krist–damn it! No!

[tense music]

I haven’t heard you say that before, that you want Brady to pay for what happened to you.

Well, I guess at first, I didn’t. You know, I didn’t really have any desire to see Brady punished. I understood that he didn’t do it intentionally. You know, it was an accident, obviously. But…

[soft dramatic music] The more time that I had to think about it, you know, I do believe that if someone drives drunk, they should be punished to some extent, and especially with what Brady did. You know, and he hit me, and he left me there, not knowing whether I was alive or dead.

Sarah… I know we haven’t known each other for very long, but I hope you know how much you mean to me. If it hadn’t been for you, I would never have come to Salem. I would never have reconciled with my son. And I would never have met my beautiful granddaughter. I love you, Sarah. You’re like a daughter to me.

You don’t have to do this.

Do what?

Take the blame for what just happened. I mean, I saw Holly hit you just now.

Are you seriously taking her side?

Wait a minute. To be fair, yes, Holly did hit me. But like I said, I started the argument.

Thank you.

I should have just stayed out of it.

Yeah, you damn well should have.

It’s just that when I saw her, I got so mad about what she did to you and your dad. And I mean, I know it’s none of my business, but I just feel so bad for you, Tate.

Unbelievable. Please tell me you’re not buying this crap.

And then when I called her out about sneaking into your dad’s room, she just totally wilded out and slapped me.

Oh, my God. You are such a freaking liar. Go on! Go on! Tell Tate exactly what you just said to me–

Holly, that’s enough.

What do you mean, “that’s enough, Holly”?

Just stop. Like, come on. Don’t you think you’ve caused enough damage for one day?

[tense music]

Tate–

Look, you know, my dad told me that I should take it easy on you because he thinks that EJ is manipulating you, but I think he’s wrong. I’m done.

Done? Done– what do you mean, done? Tate, what are you saying?

Are you breaking up with me?

So that’s it, then? It’s just over between us?

[somber music] You know what? You’re obviously too much of a coward to just tell me the truth, so I’ll save you the trouble. Yeah, it’s done. We’re over, Tate. So you and Sophia, you guys can have a happy life together. You two totally deserve each other. Goodbye, Tate.

[sighs]

Thank you for saying all of that. I love you too.

[chuckles] But what we were talking about earlier, that– that needs to stay between us. Okay? No one can know.

Yeah. Yes, of course. I understand completely. It’ll be–it’ll be our little secret.

[tense music]

You better hope the justice system works fast where your brother is concerned, Eric. Otherwise, I’ll have no choice but to take matters into my own hands.

[door clicks]

Oh, God, EJ. What do you want? I already confessed. Sarah remembers that I was the driver of the car that hit her. There’s no need to interrogate me anymore. So why don’t you just get the hell out of here, please?

Did you– did you forget, Brady? You don’t tell me what to do. I tell you.

Mm. Hmm.

So I saw on the visitors log that my sister was here to see you. I sincerely hope she didn’t fill that liquor-addled brain of yours with visions of another th-hour reprieve. You see, I’ve got you dead to rights this time, Brady. Thanks to Sarah’s statement, there isn’t anything Kristen can do to spare you from spending the next or more years in Statesville.

[sighs] Oh, Father. I know John Black was your sworn and mortal enemy. But his son, Brady… he really is a good man. And he is the father of my child and the father of your grandchild.

[somber music] I love him.

I love him with all my heart. And because you love me, Father, I know if you were here, you would– you would help me save him. But of course.

[laughs] Of course, you’re not here. And now EJ has Sarah’s statement. And there is nothing I can do… to get Brady out of this.

[sighs] Well, I mean, not without a miracle.

[clattering]

[grunting]

What the hell?

[mysterious music]

[sighs]

Rolf?

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Interview with Arlen Escarpeta

Posted on October 1, 2024October 1, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

TV Interview!

Arlen Escarpeta as Zeke Wallace on "Found" on NBC -- (Photo from Arlen's Instagram)

Interview with Arlen Scarpeta of “Found” on NBC by Suzanne 9/10/24

This was such an enjoyable interview with Arlen, who plays Zeke on “Found” and seems like a great guy. If you aren’t that familiar with the show, Zeke is the one that has agoraphobia (is afraid to leave his place). He has some great scenes at the beginning of this season. No spoilers here! I hope you enjoy our video. Don’t miss the season premiere October 3rd on NBC!

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Arlen Escarpeta

Zeke Wallace, “Found”

FOUND -- Season: 2 -- Pictured: Arlen Escarpeta as Zeke Wallace -- (Photo by: Kwaku Alston/NBC)

Arlen Escarpeta stars as Zeke on the NBC drama “Found.”

Escarpeta is best known for co-starring in the OWN series “David Makes Man,” from executive producers Oprah Winfrey and Michael B. Jordan. Previous TV credits include “Grimm,” “Extant,” “American Dreams,” “Boston Public,” “House,” “Law & Order: SVU” and the Lifetime film “Whitney.”

On the film side, Escarpeta earned critical acclaim for his breakout role in the IFC drama “American Gun,” making its premiere at the 2005 Toronto International Film Festival and starring Forest Whitaker, Marcia Gay Harden and Donald Sutherland. Earlier film roles include Carl Franklin’s courtroom thriller “High Crimes,” opposite Morgan Freeman and Ashley Judd.

He has also appeared in “High Crimes,” “Brotherhood,” “Friday the 13th,” “We Are Marshall,” “Final Destination 5” and “The Ten.”

Escarpeta moved to Los Angeles from his native country of Belize.

Found

Season 2 Premiering Oct 3 on NBC (10-11p.m. ET/PT)

In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of color that the country seems to forget about. Public relations specialist Gabi Mosely (series star and producer Shanola Hampton), who was once herself one of those forgotten ones, and her crisis management team make sure there is always someone looking out for the missing. Gabi, however, has a chilling secret: In the midst of grief, she imprisoned her childhood kidnapper, Sir (Mark-Paul Gosselaar). Now Sir has escaped and is on the loose, and her biggest secret is now her biggest threat.

The cast includes Shanola Hampton, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kelli Williams, Brett Dalton, Gabrielle Walsh, Arlen Escarpeta and Karan Oberoi.

In addition to Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Sonay Hoffman serves as executive producer, along with Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman and Lindsay Dunn.

The series is produced by Berlanti Productions and Rock My Soul Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

The cast includes Shanola Hampton, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kelli Williams, Brett Dalton, Gabrielle Walsh, Arlen Escarpeta and Karan Oberoi.

In addition to Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Sonay Hoffman serves as executive producer, along with Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman and Lindsay Dunn.

The series is produced by Berlanti Productions and Rock My Soul Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

Arlen Escarpeta as Zeke Wallace -- (Photo by: Fernando Decillis/NBC)

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Days Transcript Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Posted on October 1, 2024October 15, 2024 by TvMegasite Admin

Days of Our Lives Transcript

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Transcript provided by Thane

THIS STILL NEEDS EXTENSIVE EDITING!

[pensive music]

Ah, Seth. I was just coming to see you.

Then I saved you a trip. I just looked over this proposal from your sister-in-law to shoot a soap opera here at the hospital.

Well, I mean, it’s just– it’s just some scenes.

Right. So I wanted to take some time to give it the careful consideration it deserves.

And?

My answer is… absolutely not.

Hey, did you guys talk to Kate already?

We did.

Yes, we did. And we explained that, um, we didn’t wanna do the love scenes. We believe that it’s happening too soon for our characters.

All right. That’s great. So it’s off, then, yeah?

No, uh, she said our arguing only reminded her of the way that sparks fly whenever we’re together. So it’s still on.

I-I don’t understand.

Yeah, me neither. I thought that we made a compelling case to Kate.

But apparently, it’s not compelling enough because the scenes are a go.

A go.

So you spoke to Leo?

I did.

How did that go?

Well, he was surprised, but there was no pushback on making any of the changes that we requested.

Okay, so it’s done.

Bonnie has her pink pages in hand as we speak.

Hmm.

I just hope there’s no bloodshed.

Well, if there is, maybe if we capture it with a camera, you know–

[laughs] Just kidding. But actually, I’m beginning to understand what people say about all of the drama behind the scenes on a soap opera. It could be a whole nother show of its own.

You’re killing me off? You’re killing me off?

Bonnie, it’s nothing personal, I swear. We–we think you are a wonderful actress. You have incredible presence. You are charming and charismatic. You’re sexy and beautiful.

Then why are you firing me?

Ooh. That’s such an ugly word. We don’t like to use that one. We are allowing you to pursue other career opportunities. It has nothing to do with you, not at all. See, it’s–it’s storyline dictated, as we say in the biz.

Storyline dictated?

Yeah. Tat means that–

No, I know what it means. And the hell it was storyline dictated! This is Hattie dictated.

[tense music]

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

I knew things were gonna be crazy. But before we’ve even shot our first scene?

[laughs]

Oh, no. I hope you’re not having second thoughts.

Oh, no, no. I love– I love what we’re doing, despite, uh, a few headaches.

Yeah, me too. I do. I just wish we had been a little bit more discerning in the casting process.

As do I. As do I. But it’s over now. And once Hattie gave that ultimatum, the decision had to be made.

Yep. Let’s just hope it’s the right one.

[sighs] I don’t get it, Seth. Last time we spoke, you were excited about the prospect of this.

And I was until I ran the numbers. Kayla, the legal and insurance liabilities of shooting a TV show here– prohibitively expensive.

But it isn’t. Did–did you even read the whole proposal?

Most of it, but–

No, I don’t think you did. Because right here– look, right here it says that the show has their own liability insurance and that we are covered anytime they shoot here. I mean, it’s not even an expense that we need to consider.

Okay, point taken. But I haven’t even gotten started about what a disruption it would be to our operation.

No, no, no, it wouldn’t– okay, okay. I know I saw it here. Let me see. It’s, um–here it is, the third page. Um, “The show will be shot on the fifth-floor wing “where there is just completely vacant, and the patient consensus shows that.” So that means there will be virtually no crossover between fiction and reality. Our patients won’t even know what’s going on up there. And if somebody happens to find out, they’ll probably get a big kick out of it.

Yes, but–

No, no, no. And do I need to remind you about the city giving us subsidy credits? So, you know, all in all, it is gonna pay for itself and then some.

On paper, maybe.

No, no. Come on. You said that we need to come up with some innovative budget solutions. And like all the hospitals in the country, we have been running at a deficit. So this might be our answer. “Body & Soul” might just save us.

[mysterious music]

Admit it. This is because of Hattie, isn’t it?

Well, it’s a little more complicated.

Oh, don’t bother denying it. That stuck-up diva already told me about the ultimatum that she gave the producers. I just can’t believe they caved to your outrageous demands!

Nothing outrageous about them, Miss Sore Loser. Charlemagne is the star of the show.

Oh, says you.

Says me. And I guess everybody seemed to agree that it was more important to keep me happy than it is to keep you happy. No-brainer, Leo?

Not exactly.

“Not exactly”? You mean it wasn’t a no-brainer to–to fire Bonnie?

Well, I mean, we did actually use our brains in–in– in giving the matter careful consideration.

Careful consideration, my foot. You got bullied by Hattie Adams, and you didn’t have the guts to stand up to her. Well, I’ll tell you something. My husband is my agent now, and he’s not gonna let you get away with this!

[mumbles furiously] Goodness gracious. Just–look–yes. You won’t believe what just happened.

[door slams shut]

I’d say she’s mad as a wet hen.

Oh. Do you blame her?

Well, n-no. I gue–I guess I don’t blame her. But you know what I do blame her for? Being impossible to work with. I also think that she goes around telling people she’s a great actress, which I won’t comment on because my mother told me that if you can’t say something nice about somebody–

Post it on Nextdoor.

[laughs] That’s what I like about you. You’re so quick. You are so funny. Oh, you put a smile on my face.

Oh, I don’t put a smile on everybody’s face, though.

Yeah, well, uh-uh-uh, sorry about that. But you know what?

[sighs] I can’t complain right now. I’m so happy ’cause everything is just going my way.

And since we’re on the subject of problematic talent, Alex and Chanel came to me this morning and gave me an ultimatum of their own.

Ugh. What now?

Okay. Well, I mean, it wasn’t exactly phrased as an ultimatum, but they’re balking at doing their sex scenes. In their opinion, the characters wouldn’t be doing that so soon. I mean–and I could see there’s some merit to that argument, but there’s no way I’m gonna ask Leo to do more rewrites. He has too much on his plate already. So do we all.

I-I-I agree. I agree. You know, speaking of that, what’s the situation at the hospital?

Well, I just got a text from Kayla, and she’s following up with Seth Burns as we speak.

My first thought when you came to me with this was how much free publicity we’d get for the hospital. But then I watched the show, and it occurred to me that “Body & Soul” won’t exactly portray us in the best light a lot of the time.

But University Hospital will never even be mentioned. As far as the viewers are concerned, this will be Pineview Hospital.

I see.

And there will be no bad publicity at all.

Right.

What other objections could you have?

None. I suppose…

So yeah?

So… I changed my mind. They can shoot their soap opera here.

Great.

On one condition.

[sighs]

[siren wails]

[knocking on door]

Knock, knock.

Oh, hey, Steph.

Hey. Oh. So you’re in here now, huh?

Yep. Well, Rafe will be coming back to his office soon, so I just figured that I’d start clearing my stuff out.

Any regrets about leaving the acting commissioner job?

I mean, I didn’t mind being in charge, but I hated the reason for it.

Yeah, of course.

So everything okay?

Yes, yes. I-I actually just wanted to come see you and thank you for calling earlier, letting me know the truth about Everett. So relieved that it turns out that he was innocent. But I feel terrible for ever believing the things that he said he did in that suicide note.

I mean, we all believed those things, Steph. I’m a cop. I mean, if anyone should’ve figured it out…

Well, you–you had a feeling that there was something off about his note.

I did. I did. It just seemed impossible for me that someone could have forged that.

Work of Connie Viniski.

Yeah, some criminal genius, as it turns out. But she is in Bayview now, where she belongs. Thank God. And, Steph, I’m sorry that I didn’t come tell you this in person. You know, it–it–it didn’t occur to me until later that I should have tracked you down so that you weren’t alone when you heard.

Actually, I wasn’t alone. Alex was there.

So because Leo had to rewrite all those scenes with Bonnie and Hattie, Kate said that there’s no time for him to rewrite anything else.

Even though you and Alex and I objected to it?

Wait, wait. You objected too?

Yeah, he even pleaded our case to Leo, who also said no.

[sighs] Damn. I mean, uh…

[clears throat] It’s just, I would’ve thought that if we all three had an issue with it, they would have at least considered a rewrite.

Yeah, no. You would definitely think so. And, bro, I get it. I mean, it’s gotta be an even bigger problem for you than it is for Chanel and me, right?

[chuckles] Why wouldn’t it be? You don’t want these hands all over your wife.

Did I say that? What I said was, I agree that it’s too soon for the Faith-Arrow sex scene, or love scene. All right, whatever you wanna call it. It’s just not good for the show. That’s it.

Yeah, I think it’s a little bit more than that, Johnny. Right? It’s gotta make you uncomfortable. It’s got to. I mean, I-I can relate. The last thing I’d want is for the woman I love to even fake be making out with another guy.

Okay, well, I’m not gonna talk about this with you anymore, Alex.

Wait. I just– I just wanna help. That’s all I’m trying to do right now. Now, I-I-I think I have an idea that might possibly solve the problem. Uh, and promise me that you will not get upset about this, Johnny–

Just-just–

Don’t take it the wrong way.

Okay, just tell us your idea, okay?

Well, I think maybe the, uh– the sex scenes between– the love scenes between Faith and Arrow, maybe we should just get another director.

[tense music]

[laughs]

So Alex Kiriakis was with you when I called?

Mm-hmm.

Hmm. You didn’t mention that you two were spending time together again.

Well, it’s kinda hard not to, since we’re neighbors.

Neighbors?

Yeah. He moved back to my building a few weeks ago. Did I not tell you that?

Um, no, you didn’t.

Well, he did. He did, and he’s right– right down the hall. And since I’m doing PR work for “Body & Soul,” and since he’s on the show, we’ve run into each other a lot lately.

Is that weird at all? I mean, given your history?

You’d think it would be somewhat awkward, but it isn’t. Our relationship is completely behind us. We’re just friends now, and that’s the way we wanna keep it.

Sure about that?

Why are you looking at me like I just grew two heads then, Johnny? Because it seems like a pretty basic thing to me. If you’re not comfortable being on set while Chanel and I are shooting a sex scene, or a love scene, whatever it may be, maybe we just get another director to fill in.

Another direct– are you suggesting that I quit?

Uh, absolutely not. Of course not. I’m suggesting that maybe for those particular scenes, we have somebody else do them, and then you come back to do the rest of them.

Well, thank you, Alex. That’s a brilliant idea. But I’m not gonna go to Kate and Abe and tell them that I’m not capable of directing a love scene with my wife.

Yes, because you are capable, and you’ll do it, and everything will be fine. Right, Gio?

Right, right.

[phone ringing]

[sighs, clears throat] Abe, I was just about to head down to the pub. What’s up?

Well, schedule change. We’re not shooting at the pub this morning, so I need you to get over to the hospital ASAP.

All right. Guerrilla filmmaking. Gotta love it.

And Leo just did a slew of rewrites. You’ll have ’em emailed to you by the time you get to the set. So I will see you later, Johnny. Uh, uh, Leo, did you get those new pages sent over to Bonnie and Hattie?

I did.

And how were they received?

Tears, legal threats, enough theatrics to put anything I write to shame. In other words, what we’d expect. But at least bloodshed was avoided, though just barely.

Well, unfortunately, one of them had to go. Now we just have to get through those scenes.

Oh, Justin, look.

[sighs] No, I’m not upset with you. I know you would have made it happen if you possibly could. No, I do.

[sniffles] I love you too. I’ll see you later.

[sighs]

Uh…

[clears throat] Sorry.

[groans]

Couldn’t help but overhear. No–no lawsuit, huh?

Not that it’s any of your business, but no. As per my contract, the producers can let me go at any time. They just have to pay what’s left of my guarantee. Okay?

Well, look at the bright side of that. That means you– you get paid for weeks, and you don’t even have to go to work.

No, that means I don’t have to hang around with you anymore. And you know what, Hattie? I was really looking forward to working with you. I thought it was gonna be more fun than a barrel of monkeys. You and me starring on a soap opera? I pictured us having a whole lot of laughs, just like we did back in the old days, you know?

[laughs sadly] You and me, we were gonna be a team, just like when we replaced Marlena and Adrienne, except this time, no one was gonna get hurt.

Bon Bon–

But it was exactly the opposite of what I pictured. No fun, no laughs, and no teamwork. And this time, someone did get hurt. Bad. Real bad.

[somber music]

Yep, yep, yep. Ah, Kate, I-I was just texting you.

Oh, good. Good news, I hope. Are you–are we gonna be able to tape the show here?

Yes, um, Seth approved it.

Oh, that’s fabulous. Thank you so much for making that happen.

Yeah, I was happy to do it. But I just–

But, uh, what?

Um, he did have a condition that I was forced to accept.

Wha–

Hello, Kate.

Hello.

I presume Kayla gave you the good news.

Yes, she did. And I want to thank you so much for green-lighting our proposal, Seth.

Oh, I’m not Seth. I’m the new chief of staff of Pineview Hospital. Meet Dr. Blake Lamoray.

[whimsical music]

So you, um, promised Seth a role on the show, did you?

Well, that was his condition. That’s the only way I could get him to agree.

Now, I have to admit, I don’t have much acting experience, except in a couple of high-school productions. Played, um, George Gibbs in “Our Town.”

Mm-hmm. I bet your parents thought you were brilliant.

They were very proud.

Yeah. I’m sure they were. Well, congratulations, Seth. You’ve booked it. Now I’m gonna go find the actor who was originally hired to play the role and let him know that he’s been replaced as Dr. Lamoray.

And I’d better go learn my lines, all five of them.

Yeah.

[pensive music]

[scoffs]

Justin, uh–Justin, I-I-I know you’re upset and–and, uh, justifiably so. But you have to give me a chance to explain, all right? I…

[sighs]

[gentle ambient music]

I have made an awful lot of enemies today.

You and me both. Also, I just got an email from our line producer. Marie Fallon is pregnant.

What? But she plays a nun.

Maternity habits–they’ll be the next big fashion craze. Oh, and production would like to change the swarm of killer bees to an invisible miasma of carbon monoxide.

Well, we can handle those problems on another day. Have you–have you finished up those final pages for Kassandra?

Just now.

Well, we need to get those over to the hospital right now. I’ll be right behind you.

Copy that.

Oh, hey, Hattie.

Oh, Abe.

What is it?

Listen, Abe. I appreciate all your support. You know I do, but I’m just a little bit surprised. I-I always knew that, um, I would be the one to come out on top of all this, but I– I didn’t expect Bonnie’s exit to be quite so final.

Well, you’re the one who said that Pineview wasn’t big enough for the two of you, and, well, ultimately, Kate and I agreed.

Yeah, yeah, but I-I-I just read the new scenes and– oof. Ooh, yikes. What a way to go!

Oh. Oh.

[sighs]

Bonnie, hey. You look, uh–

What? Like I have a flesh-eating disease, festering sores?

Just a-a little pale, actually. Um, why are–why are you made up like that?

What, you haven’t heard what’s happening to Kassandra?

No, no, I haven’t, uh– I haven’t had a chance to read the new pages yet, so.

I’m being killed off, on my first day, no less.

Oh, no, Bonnie, I’m sorry. I’m sorry.

I thought they liked my acting. Johnny, I was so excited. I mean, I worked for hours on my script, and I was so proud to be a part of “Body & Soul.”

[sobbing] Why are they doing this to me? Why? How could this happen, Johnny? Johnny, why? Why?

[somber music]

So Johnny’s got a big problem with these sex scenes, huh?

Oh, yeah. Yeah, We had a big fight about it last night.

Damn, really? I’m sorry, Chanel. But I’m sure you can convince him that he has absolutely nothing to worry about, right? Considering you’re not really a huge fan of mine for a whole lot of reasons. In fact, you can’t stand me, right?

Actually, that’s not completely true.

Don’t you have to read me my rights before making accusations like that?

Nothing you say will be held against you.

Well, that’s a relief. And I repeat, Alex and I are just friends. But…

But?

[sighs] When I got Everett’s ashes, I was pretty upset.

Understandably.

And so I, stupidly, impulsively, kissed him.

Oh. I see. So is there any more to this tale?

No. Alex put the brakes on it right away.

Oh. That sounds unlike him.

I know, right? Trying not to take it personally. But, uh, seriously, Alex is still getting over Theresa. I’m still getting over Everett. And he doesn’t want to do anything that could ruin our friendship again.

Right. And how do you feel about that?

[pensive music]

And honestly, I don’t wanna ruin my friendship with Alex either. It’s just, I’ve been having some… thoughts.

Thoughts or “Thoughts”?

Well, it doesn’t matter, because Alex is obviously not in the same place, which is probably– definitely for the best. I mean, I just–what I need to do is take a break from relationships in general. I mean, I told myself that after Chad and I broke up, and then I started spending time with Everett and– oh, God. I’m–I’m going on and on, keeping you from running the police department.

Oh, no, it’s fine. Listen, I’m on break right now, okay? And I am here for you, Steph, whenever you need to talk.

Well, I am here for you too, Jada. I hope you know that.

I do. And as for you and Alex, I’m sure you’ll figure it out.

Yeah. Anyway, I promised that I would make it to set today, so I’d better get going.

Oh, okay.

[sighs]

I’ll see you.

See you.

[laughs]

And take care, okay, Steph? All right.

Sooo you can stand me?

Yeah, I can. Because sometimes you’re not so bad.

Ah. Well, thank you. You know, I actually like you a small percentage of the time myself.

[chuckles] Okay, well, look at us, bonding like champs.

Hey, hey. We used to be good friends back in the day, so maybe if we could get back to that, at least for work’s sake, it wouldn’t make it a complete nightmare. And I would like to get back to that and at least maybe peacefully coexist.

Look, Alex, I admit that I have been a bit hostile and belligerent even, making you feel bad for what happened with Allie, which really wasn’t your fault. Okay, she and I, we weren’t meant to be, obviously. And, uh, look, what I’m trying to say is that I can use one less stressor in my life. So I say, why don’t we just, uh, try and see the best in each other and get along?

I am all for that. Trust me. Let’s just hope that our on-screen chemistry doesn’t fizzle out now that we’re not snipping at each other in real life.

[laughs] Right.

[phone beeps]

Just got a text from Leo. He’s adding another scene for me.

Mm, but not for me?

Mm. I guess not.

Hmm.

Gotta head over to the hospital right now.

Okay.

See you on set.

[mysterious music]

[elevator dings]

Ah, Abe. Thank goodness you’re here. You know, every time we put out a fire, another one crops up.

Oh, my God. What? What now?

Okay, it’s nothing major. I handled it. It just feels good to know I have backup. That’s all.

Always. But I am sure things will get better once we get into the groove.

I don’t know about that. I think this whirlwind may never end.

Hey. You need a minute?

No. No sense dragging it out. Let’s just, uh–

Yeah.

Let’s do it. Let’s do it.

Okay.

You got it.

Okay.

[clears throat] Everyone, places. We are ready to roll. Ready to roll. Places, everybody. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Okay. And action.

Ms. Lovegood, you have a visitor.

Oh? And who might that be? Ugh, Charlemagne.

Hello, Kassandra. I heard you’re not long for this world.

Word gets around, doesn’t it?

It does. So tell me, what happened?

Well, it seems I contracted a disfiguring and… Fatal disease after I moved to Tangier. It’s also incurable, unfortunately.

Yes, well, that’s very tragic.

[somber music] I know we haven’t always been very close.

Bit of an understatement, don’t you think? We’ve been at each other’s throats since I first stepped foot in this burg.

Yes, I– I suppose that’s true. I-I will admit that I have… wished for your death more than a few times, as I assume you have wished for mine.

Damn right I have.

But now that you’re– now that you’re at the end, this awful, ruthless period, I-I-I should tell you that– I should tell you… I’m gonna miss you.

[sniffles]

Okay, cut.

[clears throat] Cut.

[tense music]

Where is everyone?

No harm in seeing what is coming up in the next few days. “Faith groans, arching her back in pleasure as Arrow, “lying on top of her, gazes at her longingly, lustfully, as we know they are about to make mad, passionate love.” Oh, Lo-Lordy, Lordy. Wait until Johnny sees this.

Wow. Hey, congratulations, ladies, on–on the genuine emotion in that scene.

[phone beeps] Uh. Oh, okay, good. Um, all right. We just got the last few pages from Leo. Uh, so, Seth, Bonnie, before we go ahead, do you guys wanna do a brief rehearsal?

Oh.

Hey.

Yeah?

What about me?

Uh, yeah, Leo said you’re done, so.

All right. Uh, okay. Well, I hope they give you a-a fabulous send-off party. And, uh–and I hope they get you a great big cake with–with your face on it. And I’ll–I’ll, uh– I’ll be there.

I’m sure you will.

I wish you well, even if you do hate my guts at the moment.

You got that right.

Okay, um, are we ready to go? Yeah? Yeah. Let’s go. All right. And… action.

Okay, Doc, be honest with me. This is the end, isn’t it?

Try to relax, dear. We’ll give you something to make you comfortable. It says here that I administer morphine. That would really be a nurse, though.

No, it’s you. Uh, look. A nurse would cost production hundreds of dollars, so.

Oh.

Mm-hmm.

Got it. So here goes.

Here we go.

[sighs] You didn’t answer my question. I’m dying, aren’t I?

It says here that I nod gravely. How does one nod gravely? Can’t I just get a line instead?

Look…

[clears throat] You’re an under-five, okay? That means that we have to keep you under five lines. Otherwise, it’s gonna cost production–

Hundreds of dollars.

Yes.

Yes, exactly.

Okay, here I am, nodding gravely.

Okay, good. Uh, now enter Arrow.

Mom.

Arrow, oh, my handsome son! I’m so grateful you came. I was so afraid I wouldn’t see you before I passed on, breathe my last.

But that’s just it, Mother. You’re not going to do either.

What? What are you saying? What do you mean?

I’m saying that you’re not going to die, Mother. Thank God. Thank God.

Oh!

[gentle music]

Yep, yep, yep. Ah.

Hey.

How’s it going on set?

Very smoothly.

Oh.

But happy, very happy to say. Uh, but there’s still– there’s still a possibility of us writing a cameo for you, you know.

Oh, very kind of you to offer, but no, I will not change my mind.

Well, thank you for changing Seth’s mind.

Well, he does love to be the center of attention. So now that he’s a working actor, I at least will get rid of him for a few hours a week.

Well, so it’s a win-win-win for you.

Yeah, I suppose so. I do feel bad about Bonnie, though.

Well, stay tuned. Not everything is as it appears.

What does that mean?

Well, they have a saying in soap operas– there’s always a twist.

So I’m not going die?

No, Mother, you’re not going to die. Because I found this. I just got back from the jungles of Iguazu, where I discovered this rare begonia, the juice of which will save your life.

Hold on. Wait. Save my life? Wait, what? Does this mean I’m not getting killed off after all?

Leo, I appreciate your speed and, uh, thank you for getting those pages done so quickly. And I also– I also appreciate your discretion.

Well, I understand why you didn’t want anyone to see those final pages until after Hattie and Bonnie had shot their last scene together. Not like anyone could have, since they weren’t written yet.

Hey, fellas.

Hattie, how did that scene go with Bonnie?

Oh, it went okay. You know, I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I feel kinda sad that she’s gettin’ fired.

Well, actually, I’m glad to hear that.

You are?

Yes, because Bonnie, aka Kassandra, she’s not the one being killed off.

Really? She’s not?

No. You are.

[stirring music]