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Update written by Joseph

At the DiMera Mansion, EJ complains to the portrait of Stefano about the hassle of holding someone captive and how taking care of Rafe is becoming a full time job. EJ remarks that he doesn’t have a job thanks to Jada, but declares that woman will rue the day that she crossed a DiMera. Johnny walks in and questions what woman that would be. EJ says he was just complaining to Stefano about Jada going behind his back and getting him fired. Johnny responds that he would put in a good word for him with Paulina, but he’s not exactly high on her list after what he did to Chanel.

Chanel lays on the couch at Paulina’s, eating popcorn. Paulina comes in and tells Chanel that she is going to Jada’s bachelorette party and tells Chanel to get dressed because she’s coming with her.

Gabi and Stephanie decorate Stephanie’s apartment for Jada’s bachelorette party. Gabi brings out jell-o shots for her and Stephanie to have before the party.

At the police station, Shawn informs Jada that he just finished a report on Rachel and apparently child protective services are getting involved. Jada says what happened was unfortunate but was nobody’s fault. Shawn mentions heading to “Rafe’s” bachelor party. Jada jokes for them not to get too wild. Shawn asks how wild it can get when they are talking about Rafe.

Arnold sits at Rafe’s home with his laptop, looking up adult films until Javi comes home and he shuts the laptop so Javi questions him being so jumpy. Arnold says he’s just anxious about getting married tomorrow. Javi tells him to relax and reveals he’s throwing him a bachelor party tonight. Javi wasn’t sure Rafe would be in to but Arnold talks about his excitement for it and says he wants first lap dances. Arnold, not knowing Javi is gay, asks what kind of hot blooded male wouldn’t want a lap dance from a beautiful woman.

Paulina tells Chanel to get a move on and get dressed because they have a party to attend. Paulina says she’s been watching her moping around for days and crying over Johnny, so she knows she’s still hurting but just sitting around isn’t going to change anything. Paulina urges her to get up and get dressed. Paulina declares that she will get Johnny off Chanel’s mind if it’s the last thing she does.

Johnny tells EJ that Chanel wants nothing to do with him. EJ encourages him not to give up hope, bringing up all the times that he and Sami forgave each other. Johnny questions EJ having a tray of food, which he was bringing down to Rafe. EJ claims that he had Harold make him a light dinner to have in his quarters. Johnny questions EJ eating in his room. EJ claims he’s just mixing things up. Johnny decides to get going as Javi is throwing “Rafe” a bachelor party at the Brady Pub. EJ says he didn’t know about this. Johnny asks why he would since he despises Rafe. EJ says he hired Rafe for a job and argues that he should be focused on the task. Johnny says Rafe deserves a day to let loose but notes that Rafe is not known as a party animal. EJ then tells Johnny to have fun as Johnny exits. EJ remarks to himself that the last thing he needs is for Arnold to let loose in front of Rafe’s friends and family because one drunken slip of the tongue could ruin everything.

Javi asks “Rafe” if he forgot he was gay. Arnold says he didn’t and suggests that tonight, he should just go with the flow. Javi remarks that stranger things have happened. Arnold says he’s going to shower and get ready for tonight as he can’t wait for some quality lap time and to get hammered which Javi calls weird.

Jada comments that with Shawn being newly single, she’s sure he’d be up for a wild party. Shawn says it’s Rafe’s big night, so they will go at his speed. Jada calls Rafe the most loving and loyal guy that she could ever want and says how good it feels to know exactly where she stands at all times, especially after some of her past relationships. Belle arrives and greets them. Belle informs Jada that she was sent to escort her to her bachelorette party. Belle sends Jada to her office to change clothes. Shawn tells Belle that she looks great. Belle thanks him and asks what he’s doing tonight. Shawn informs her that he’s about to head to Rafe’s bachelor party and he thinks it should be fun. Belle says she’s really happy for Jada and Rafe. Shawn says he is too and guesses he will see Belle at the wedding tomorrow then. Belle goes to see if Jada needs any help.

Paulina and Chanel arrive for Jada’s bachelorette party. Paulina says Chanel needs some cheering up as she and Johnny are going through a rough patch. Chanel complains about her putting her business out there. Paulina is sure Stephanie and Gabi know what it’s like to be cheated on. Stephanie assures Chanel that they have her back. Chanel thanks them and wishes her husband was as loyal as her friends.

Johnny joins Steve at the Brady Pub for Rafe’s bachelor party and asks where everyone is. Steve says they should be there soon and notes that Javi said “Rafe” was still getting ready. Johnny asks if Roman is in the back but Steve reveals that Roman is in Chicago, visiting Rex, so he left him in charge. Steve asks Johnny what’s going on and if he’s okay. Johnny says he’s fine but was hoping to talk to Roman as he could use some advice. Steve says he’s not his Grandpa, but he is a good listener. Steve adds that he and Kayla had dinner with Abe and Paulina the other night, so they saw Chanel. Johnny guesses he knows how badly he messed up then. Johnny thinks he really blew it and he doesn’t know if Chanel will ever be able to forgive him. Steve says they all make mistakes but a mistake doesn’t have to mean the end of their marriage. Steve tells Johnny that he can ask Kayla about how many times he screwed up. Johnny asks how they came out on the other side. Steve says they trusted in the power of their love, no matter how stupid he was to take it for granted.

Chanel starts drinking at the bachelorette party while Paulina advises her to pace herself. Belle and Jada then arrive. Jada says she’s ready to turn up tonight and takes her first shot.

Shawn goes to the Brady Pub and tells Steve and Johnny that he expected something more rowdy. Steve encourages that they will get there. Arnold and Javi then arrive. Arnold declares it’s a party for him and it’s anything goes. EJ then arrives, surprising them. Johnny reminds EJ that the Pub is closed for Rafe’s bachelor party. EJ asks why he wouldn’t want to raise a toast to Rafe. Steve and Shawn point out that they hate each others’ guts. EJ says he won’t deny they have had their clashes, but they are trying to turn a corner. Shawn calls that hardly a ringing endorsement. EJ then informs Shawn that he’s hired “Rafe” to investigate on his behalf and he’s come for a progress report. Steve questions that being true. Arnold confirms that it’s true and says EJ hired him to track down Sloan. Arnold asks if that’s a problem. Steve argues that he can’t just take on new cases without running it by him first. Arnold doesn’t see what the big deal is. Steve argues that it’s he and John’s name on the door, not Rafe’s, and it’s never a good idea to get involved with the DiMeras. Arnold tells Steve to chill out. Steve asks “Rafe” to tell him he understands or they will have a real problem here.

Chanel gets drunk and starts talking to the inflatable pool float while the girls continue drinking. Stephanie wonders if the guys are having as much fun as they are. Chanel says to hell with all the guys and pops the pool float.

Arnold asks Steve if they have a problem while Javi and Shawn break it up. Javi reminds them that this is supposed to be a party. Shawn takes Steve to go check on the food and suggests Johnny see if EJ has somewhere else to be. Steve complains that EJ is just trying to start trouble and that “Rafe” is playing right in to it. Johnny tells EJ that maybe it would be a good idea if he found somewhere else to go. EJ calls that nonsense and says “Rafe” is fine having him there. Arnold agrees to let EJ stay. Johnny tells “Rafe” that it’s his night and goes to join Shawn and Steve while Javi decides he will go check on the entertainment and exits the Pub. Arnold then tells EJ that he’s ruining his night. EJ reminds Arnold that this party is for Rafe, not him. Arnold argues that he has Rafe’s face. EJ warns him that Steve is a professional sleuth, so if anyone could figure it out, it’s him. Arnold blows it off that Steve didn’t spot anything. Arnold argues that EJ is the one screwing things up as he didn’t have to tell Steve that he’s working for him. EJ explains that he had to have a reason to attend a party for someone he detests. Arnold remarks that he just can’t wait for the strippers. EJ tells Arnold he’s not paying him for that and to focus on his mission, which is to help him get back at Jada.

Chanel tells Paulina that she’s just blowing off some steam while Paulina tries to keep her calm. Stephanie calls for a game where each card has a personal question and you either answer honestly or take a shot. Stephanie goes first and it says name a hookup you regret. Stephanie goes first, naming Jeremy Horton as a world class dirtbag and then decides to take a shot anyway. Stephanie asks the question to Paulina, who says 50 Cent and that they ran in the same circles in Miami. Jada doesn’t think she would regret that because 50 Cent is fine. Paulina clarifies that she doesn’t regret anything as they had a fabulous time, but she just regrets what happened after as he wouldn’t stop blowing up her pager. Paulina jokes that she knows she’s hard to get over. Jada and Gabi praise Paulina for that while Stephanie says they should’ve used that in her campaign. Stephanie then turns to Belle, who says she can’t follow that and takes a shot. Stephanie asks Jada about a hookup she regrets. Jada responds that it was actually her first time in high school and they went to band camp. Jada says it was sweet until the guy went around and told everyone at the camp that they hooked up. Jada tells Gabi that she’s next. Gabi says that’s easy, EJ DiMera. Jada is surprised to learn that Gabi hooked up with EJ. Gabi explains that she was trying to get back at Stefan for sleeping with Ava while she was in prison. Chanel shouts that every DiMera is a cheater. Gabi calls it a huge mistake that completely ruined her marriage. They then toast to saying screw EJ. Stephanie goes back to Belle and insists on her giving an answer. Belle jokes that Gabi stole her thunder as she reveals her most regrettable hookup was also with EJ. Belle explains that it was when she and Shawn were separated and she thought they had something, but her sister Sami showed up, freaked out, and scared EJ away which made him go on about how Belle meant nothing to him. Gabi remarks that EJ has no conscience for going after his ex’s sister. Chanel thanks the rest of the group for not hooking up with her father-in-law. Gabi then tells Chanel it’s her turn, so Chanel says that’s easy, her husband Johnny who she calls every bit as nasty as his father EJ.

EJ asks if Arnold is listening to him. Arnold assures that he knows what to do. EJ warns that he’s starting lose his patience. Steve, Johnny, and Shawn then return from the kitchen with the food. Javi comes back in and says he couldn’t get in touch with the entertainment but suggests they play darts while they wait. A woman dressed as a cop then arrives and declares play time is over for one of them.

Chanel talks about thinking Johnny was the love of her life, but he shattered her heart when he cheated on her with Joy. Chanel says she should’ve known when he got possessed by the Devil, that he was not the one for her. Jada questions what is going on. Stephanie decides the party needs a change of scenery and suggests they hit the road.

Steve, Shawn, and Johnny try to explain the bachelor party to the woman while she says she’s there to arrest “Rafe” for identity theft, worrying EJ and Arnold. She then declares it’s because he’s claiming to be a married man when he’s not for one more night and removes her outfit, revealing to be the stripper that Javi hired. EJ breathes a sigh of relief while Arnold gets excited.

Stephanie calls a car for the girls. Jada asks where they are going. Stephanie says they will see. Paulina tells them to go ahead while she gets Chanel home since she wasn’t up for this. Chanel argues that she doesn’t want to go home and she’s just starting to have fun. Paulina argues that she’s still hurting. Chanel remarks that the night is young and free and so is she, so she asks Stephanie where they are going.

Arnold gets a lap dance from the stripper until the girls arrive at the Pub and interrupt. Arnold tries to explain but Jada tells “Rafe” to calm down as they know what happens at bachelor parties so he can finish his lap dance. Arnold tells Jada that he’d rather have a lap dance from her. Gabi questions what the hell EJ is doing there. EJ says he could ask her the same thing. Gabi warns EJ not to ruin the night for her brother. Gabi then joins Javi at the bar. Shawn asks Belle what happened to the bachelorette party. Belle jokes that someone had to make sure the boys were behaving. Johnny greets Chanel, who tells him that she doesn’t have to tell him her plans anymore. Chanel mocks Johnny’s wedding vows and tells him that he is Joy’s problem now. Chanel then takes Johnny’s beer, drinks it, and smashes the bottle on the floor. Chanel storms out of the Pub. Paulina wants to go after her but Shawn says he will go since he’s the one who is completely sober and he knows about letting anger and alcohol get the better of you. Paulina thanks him as Shawn then goes after Chanel. Jada tells “Rafe” that as much fun as tonight has been, she thinks they should go home so they aren’t hung over for their wedding day tomorrow. Arnold informs her that he already got a room at the Salem Inn since they aren’t supposed to be together before the wedding and says it will make their wedding night all the more special. Jada comments on him being old fashioned and admits she’s not thrilled to spend the night away from each other, but she’ll allow it if it makes tomorrow as special as they want it. Jada hugs Arnold as EJ watches on.

Steve brings Stephanie home and says it looks like the ladies had a good time. Stephanie says she will be paying for it tomorrow. Stephanie worries about cleaning up but Steve says it can wait. Steve sits her down and asks what’s up as he wants to make sure she’s okay after her break up with Philip. Stephanie feels like she’s been defeated. Steve encourages her to not let one bad experience cause her to give up on bad love. Stephanie reminds him that this is her second time with Philip, not to mention Chad, Everett, and all the other failed relationships. Steve tells her to forget about those guys and assures that there is someone out there that is as perfect for her as Kayla is for him. Steve tells Stephanie that one day, she will find him and have her own bachelorette party and he will walk her down the aisle. Stephanie thanks him and says she needed to hear that.

EJ brings Belle home. Belle says he did not need to drive her home or walk her to the door. EJ feels she had a lot to drink. Belle disagrees, says she only had six jell-o shots and that she could have called a rideshare. EJ points out that his driver was already waiting outside the Pub. Belle mocks him and says she doesn’t think he’s a gentleman at all. EJ asks what her problem is with him. EJ says if anyone had a reason to be upset, it’d be him because she stole his job. Belle complains that EJ ghosted her after Sami found out about them. EJ asks if that’s what this is about and if she went after the district attorney position because she hadn’t gotten over him yet. Belle argues that the only person who hasn’t gotten over him is himself. Belle tells EJ to get the hell out of her house. EJ feels he struck a nerve. Belle calls him smug and says she doesn’t know what she ever saw in him but then they start kissing.

Shawn finds Chanel, dancing at the bar. Shawn says he came to get her home safe but Chanel says she doesn’t want to go home, she wants to dance. Chanel dances and tells Shawn that she plans on getting more drunk and who knows where the night will take them. Chanel then grabs Shawn and kisses him.

Javi and Gabi bring Jada home. Jada drunkenly praises them. Javi says he’s just glad she had fun and that she wasn’t too upset walking in on the stripper. Jada jokes that the stripper may have had one dance with “Rafe” but she gets to spend her whole life with him. Jada talks about how lucky she is and says she better get to her room to get some sleep so she can be fresh for her wedding day tomorrow. Jada declares that in a few short hours, she will be Mrs. Rafe Hernandez.

Arnold goes to his room at the Salem Inn and continues drinking until the stripper shows up at his door. Arnold says to get the party started as they start kissing onto the bed.

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Update written by Joseph

Leo sits at the bar, working on his scripts for Body and Soul until Javi shows up to join him.

Holly goes to see Doug III at the Horton House. He mentions looking for a job so he can start paying her back and asks if she’s okay. Holly says not really, so Doug III guesses it’s about the girl that Tate got pregnant.

Tate joins Sophia at the Brady Pub as they talk about the search for Rachel. Tate mentions waiting for Brady to call if there’s any news but he hasn’t heard anything.

Brady goes back to his phone and listens to Ava’s voicemail but it was distorted and cuts out. Brady wonders what Ava was trying to tell him.

Ava goes to the house that Rachel gave her the address to and finds Rachel’s stuffed animal snake. The Woman in White helps Rachel knock out Ava from behind and remarks that it was even easier than she thought and that it looks like Ava won’t be coming between Rachel’s parents anymore.

Leo and Javi talk about when they first met at the bar. They recall the drinks they each had and how things got crazy between them for awhile. Javi declares that all that matters is that they found their way back to each other.

Brady tries calling Ava back but she doesn’t answer.

The Woman in White picks up Ava’s phone and tells Rachel that Brady is calling, so Rachel asks what to do. She responds that they just won’t answer it.

Brady leaves a message for Ava, saying there must have been a bad connection because he couldn’t hear the rest and asks if it’s about Rachel.

Holly explains to Doug III that she was with Tate, trying to help find his missing sister who ran away. Doug III says he’s sorry as that’s terrible but he’s surprised she isn’t still with Tate. Holly adds that they were trying to get the word out on social media but then Sophia showed up unannounced and dropped the huge bombshell that her mom won’t let her give the baby up for adoption, so she guesses that means Sophia and Tate have to raise the baby together and that’s why she’s not still with Tate now.

Tate suggests to Sophia that they split up and says he’ll stay at the Pub while she goes home but Sophia thinks they’ll get more done together. Sophia adds that they need to talk about what happened because she’s been thinking about the whole adoption thing. Sophia says her mother will never agree to it, but asks what if they do it anyway.

Leo talks to Javi about writing a wedding scene for Body and Soul while Javi complains that he’s planning an actual wedding since Rafe and Jada are to get married in 16 days. They talk about Rafe not having a best man and realizing that Javi has to plan the bachelor party too. Javi talks about how he’s never been to a bachelor party. Leo suggests reserving the bar or the Brady Pub and says it will just be a bunch of guys sitting around drinking so they won’t care where they are as long as there’s a stripper. Javi questions where to get a stripper. Leo says that’s where he comes in. Leo goes to his phone but sees that Doug III left him a message that he missed. Leo listens to the voicemail from Doug III, saying he paid his debts thanks to a friend’s loan and says he wants to pay back the people of Salem who have been so good to him and asking for Leo’s help again because he wants to get the diamond necklace back to Julie.

Doug III encourages Holly that maybe things aren’t as bad as she thinks and it’s not guaranteed that Sophia and Tate are going to raise the baby together. Holly still feels they will be tied to each other for the next 18 years. Doug III thinks she might be getting ahead of herself. Holly says when she first found out that Sophia was pregnant, she tried to be understanding and hopeful since they didn’t mean for it to happen and were going to get an abortion but when Sophia’s mom found out, now she’s actually having the baby and her mom didn’t approve of adoption either so it’s like it will never be over. Holly worries that next, Tate will tell her he has to marry Sophia after all.

Tate questions Sophia as to how they will give the baby up for adoption without her mother’s approval. Sophia points out that she will be 18 by the time the baby is born, so they could just go make the arrangements without her mother knowing. Tate doesn’t think that’s a good plan. Sophia argues that only they would know about it. Tate points out that her parents will find out, reminding her that her mom freaked out about Sophia going to her doctor’s appointment without her. Tate asks what will happen if she goes to the hospital while 9 months pregnant and doesn’t come home with a baby.

Brady goes to the DiMera Mansion and tells Kristen that JJ told him there’s no news to report on Rachel. Brady asks if she got any rest. Kristen says she’s still too worked up and mentions talking with EJ. Brady asks if she’s a glutton for punishment. Kristen tells him that EJ was actually great and that they have their moments sometimes which surprises Brady. Kristen explains that EJ wanted to let her know that he’s doing everything he can to find Rachel and that they are still family even if not related by blood.

Rachel asks The Woman in White if Ava is dead. She checks her pulse and confirms that Ava is very much alive. She declares that now Ava is out of the way, so there’s nothing to stop Rachel’s parents from getting together again.

Sophia insists to Tate that it could work if they don’t tell her parents about the adoption until after the baby is born and there’s nothing they can do about it but yell, pointing out that they can’t interfere with the adoption since she will be over 18. Tate worries that her parents will be extremely upset and angry. Sophia says she’s used to that. Tate asks what if her parents decide not to pay for her college. Sophia suggests getting a loan or a scholarship. Tate feels it’s a disaster waiting to happen. Sophia insists she can handle it and that her parents can disown her for all she cares. Tate brings up that Sophia said her mom doesn’t want the baby raised by strangers and asks what if they weren’t strangers and they found a perfect couple who wanted to adopt and they got to know them. Tate adds that Sophia’s mom could end up liking and trusting the couple. Sophia can’t imagine her mom liking anyone who isn’t religious, so Tate says they will make sure they are religious. Tate brings up how his uncle Eric used to be a priest so maybe he can put them in touch with some couples, feeling Sophia’s mom could change her mind if she knows the baby will be raised in a good Christian home.

Javi asks Leo what necklace Doug III is talking about. Leo admits he probably shouldn’t have played that message out loud while Javi says it’s too late, so he has to spill. Leo explains that he was doing Doug III a favor, but technically it might have been illegal, so the less he knows the better, especially since he’s planning a wedding for the police commissioner. Javi worries about if he’s going to be visiting him in jail. Leo tells him to just focus on planning an unforgettable bachelor party and says the more alcohol, the better. Javi calls out to Leo not to forget about the stripper as Leo exits the bar.

Holly tells Doug III that she’s sorry for dumping her trauma on him again. He understands she’s dealing with a lot and it’s not fair to her. Doug III encourages her as they get close.

Kristen explains to Brady that she and EJ were talking about her biological family and he was curious about her upbringing. Kristen mentions that she went to show EJ her scrapbook but the book isn’t on the shelf anymore. Kristen says she didn’t do it and Harold didn’t, so she wants to know who took the book off the shelf. Brady suggests it could’ve been Rachel and it could be a clue to where she might be. Kristen agrees that it’s a shot and decide they should go check in her hometown.

Rachel asks The Woman in the White if she thinks her parents will get back together now. She says the path is now cleared. Rachel asks what will happen when Ava wakes up because she doesn’t want things to go back how they were. She tells Rachel that they will have to come up with a plan to make sure Ava doesn’t prevent her from getting her family back together.

Doug III and Holly are interrupted by the doorbell ringing. He goes to answer the door and Leo comes in, saying he just got his message about the necklace. Leo then sees Holly and tries to cover but Doug III says it’s okay as Holly knows everything. Leo questions if anyone else is in on it. Doug III assures that Julie isn’t home. Leo talks about getting the necklace back but insists it will cost even more to get it back. Doug III doesn’t know what he was thinking since he doesn’t have a dime to his name. Leo asks how he did come up with the money. Doug III says it was all thanks to Holly, so he definitely wants to pay her back first but Holly tells him not to worry about that. Doug III insists she will come first when he starts making money, so he needs to find a job. Leo then invites Doug III to come work for him.

Sophia tells Tate that her mother never changes her mind and seems hellbent on keeping the baby in their family. Sophia acknowledges the potential of her mother getting to know the couple. Tate excitedly says this could be the answer for all of them while Sophia could go off to college. Sophia admits that her mom could agree to it, so it might work. She asks how he even came up with this idea and calls it kind of brilliant. Tate says that’s only if it works. Sophia says she’s actually hopeful for the first time since her mother found out about the baby, so now all they have to do is find the perfect couple.

Brady and Kristen go to Kristen’s childhood home, looking for Rachel. Kristen comments that it looks like no one has been there for ages. Brady and Kristen then uncover Rachel under a sheet and rejoice. Rachel asks what they are doing there. They say they were looking for her. Rachel questions them doing it together. Brady and Kristen see that she did take Kristen’s scrapbook. Rachel asks how else she would find the place. Brady and Kristen worry about Rachel being alone and how anything could have happened to her, but Rachel responds that she wasn’t alone, leaving them confused. Ava’s unconscious body is covered under a sheet nearby in the room.

Sophia tells Tate that she should get home but it’s good that they talked. Sophia tells Tate to text her if there’s any news on Rachel which he agrees to do. Tate assures her that everything will be okay and they will figure out whatever they do together. Tate hugs her as Sophia repeats that she couldn’t get through this without him.

Leo tells Doug III that he could use an assistant. Doug III argues that he doesn’t know anything about writing or soap operas. Leo admits it is complicated but all he needs to know is that they tell love stories which Holly claims he does know about. Leo tells Doug III that he could use the help since he’s drowning in scripts. Doug III agrees it sounds amazing and thanks him. He adds that it might take time, but he can finally start paying Holly back. Leo points out how Holly stood up for him and suggests he could give Doug III an advance.

Brady questions Rachel saying she wasn’t alone. Rachel claims she just meant her stuffed animal snake. Kristen tells Rachel that she’s in serious trouble and they will talk about it at home as she orders Rachel to pack. Kristen tells Brady that she can’t believe this as they then take Rachel and exit the house. Rachel then says she forgot something and goes back inside where The Woman in White comes out from hiding. Rachel tells her that her parents found her. She tells Rachel that the plan can still work and gives her Ava’s phone while saying she will take care of Ava.

Leo returns to Javi at the bar and tells him that it’s all arranged with the stripper. Javi asks about his necklace situation. Leo thinks it’s all working out and everything is coming up roses. Javi asks if he was able to help the kid out. Leo says he did what he could. Javi says he’s lucky to have Leo looking out for him. Leo says maybe but feels he’s not Doug III’s only guardian angel…

Holly congratulates Doug III on getting a job and says it was super nice of Leo considering he hardly knows him. Doug III remarks that he’s not the only new person in his life that’s been nice to him. Holly then gets a call from Tate, announcing that Brady just called to tell him that they found Rachel. Holly says that’s amazing. Tate tells Holly that he’s sorry about before and asks if they can talk. Holly says she’s not busy and will be right there as she hangs up.

Brady and Kristen bring Rachel home. Kristen informs Rachel that she will be getting three weeks without cable or wi-fi, but says she will have Cook make her a meal and goes to the kitchen. Rachel invites Brady to stay which he accepts. Brady tells Rachel that her little stunt is not going to put he and Kristen back together. Brady knows she thinks that will happen but she has to understand that Ava is a big part of his life now and there’s nothing she can do to change that…

The Woman in White ties Ava up and pushes her in a chair.

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At the Bistro, Brady tells Ava that he tried to put on a brave face for Kristen and assure her that everything will be alright, but admits he’s worried about Rachel being out there, sad, angry, and alone. Brady feels guilty because they drove Rachel to do this and worries that they failed as parents and didn’t love her enough. Brady worries that Rachel felt she had to do this to get their attention. Brady just wants her to come home. Ava hugs him and assures that she will be okay. Brady apologizes for leaning on Ava but Ava says she wants him to as she’s there for him. Brady thanks her but notes that Kristen wouldn’t be very happy that they are together like this. Ava responds that Kristen doesn’t need to know.

Kristen remains in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and looks at a photo of her and Rachel on her phone. Kristen complains that she needs Rachel to come back to her and the police have been predictably useless with no leads on where Rachel could be. Kristen looks to the portrait of Stefano and says he wouldn’t sit around if his family was in danger, so she won’t either. Kristen then heads towards the tunnels but EJ walks in and stops her, questioning what the hell she is doing.

Marlena is in her office finishing a call as Cat arrives. Cat says she’s sorry to bother her but the front desk said she was on break, so she wanted to ask if she talked to Kayla about hiring her as her assistant. Marlena says she hasn’t had time yet. Cat worries that she changed her mind. Marlena assures it’s not that but that there’s a lot going on and they are in a bit of a crisis as her granddaughter has gone missing.

Chad’s at home, making calls about putting Rachel’s picture on the front page and amber alerts sent out. JJ comes in and tells Chad that they had a false alarm about a girl hit by a car but other than that, he’s got nothing as if Rachel disappeared in to thin air…

Rachel arrives in a big room with old furniture covered by sheets and says it’s not how she imagined it. A woman then enters the room and startles Rachel.

JJ tells Chad that they’ve gone over the security footage from the DiMera Mansion and it’s like Rachel went out the front door and there’s been no sign of her since. JJ points out that she couldn’t have gotten far with little money and they are trying to cover every angle, but Jada insisted he come home to take a break and go back out later with fresh eyes. Chad says he’s been using the Spectator to get the word out and feels somebody had to have seen something. JJ says the only tips they have gotten have not led anywhere. Chad says he feels so bad for Kristen because her daughter is her life.

Kristen complains to EJ that her daughter is missing and she’s not going to sit around doing nothing like the police are, so she’s going to start her search in the tunnels. EJ stops her and says there’s no need to look there because the security footage showed Rachel leave through the front door, not the tunnels. EJ says he’s torn apart every inch underground and assures there’s no sign of Rachel down there. Kristen asks where the hell Rachel is then.

Cat tells Marlena that she’s so sorry as she saw the amber alert but had no idea it was her granddaughter. Cat asks if there’s any leads or if they know what happened. Marlena says they think she ran away and the police are out looking everywhere for her, but it’s hard not to worry that she might find some danger all by herself.

Rachel questions who the woman is. She responds that Rachel is the one trespassing so she asks who she is. Rachel introduces herself and reveals that Kristen’s mother used to live here. She questions what Rachel is doing in her house. Rachel says she ran away from home. The woman says her parents must be worried. Rachel says she wants them to be worried which the woman questions. Rachel calls it a long story, so the woman says she has nothing but time.

Chad informs JJ that Cat Green is back in town. JJ thought she was going back to Vancouver to be with her mother. Chad explains that her brother Aaron decided to stay while Cat came back to be with their sister Felicity, so she’s going to be living in Salem. JJ responds that he hopes he never runs in to her. Chad notes that might be tricky because she may have just got a job at the hospital as Marlena’s assistant.

Marlena tells Cat that she’s sorry she hasn’t been able to talk to Kayla about her yet. Cat says she completely understands. Marlena explains that she’s been preoccupied trying to reach her husband as John doesn’t know Rachel is missing yet and she hasn’t been able to tell him that he didn’t hurt Catharina either. Cat guesses John is away on business. Marlena knows if John was there, he’d be able to find Rachel and bring her home safe.

Ava tells Brady that she understands Kristen was concerned about her involvement in this, but she still feels partly responsible for Rachel’s disappearance. Brady tells her not to say that and that even Kristen admitted Ava was not to blame. Brady thinks he and Kristen are both frustrated that they know they are to blame. Brady argues that Rachel should’ve been in therapy a long time ago and that he should’ve been firmer and not letting her get whatever she wants. Ava encourages that he couldn’t have known Rachel would take it this far regardless. Brady feels he should’ve predicted that her reaction to her parents not getting back together would be bad. Brady says when Rachel comes home, she will think everything is going to be fine but he will have to tell her that her parents are never getting back together. Brady states that he just wants her to come home.

EJ tries to calm Kristen down as she cries that she just wants her daughter. Kristen says she feels so powerless in all of this. EJ encourages that DiMeras are never powerless and tells her all that he has doing to help bring Rachel home, including putting out a reward. EJ tells Kristen that she is a DiMera, even if she was born a Blake, as Stefano regarded her and Peter as his children. EJ jokes that Kristen was the one who took after Stefano the most. Kristen says her mother would be so disappointed to hear her say that as she was always trying to appeal to her better angels. Kristen says she just wanted Rachel to grow up more like a Blake and that’s why she named her after her mother.

Rachel tells the woman about Brady and Kristen and Ava. The woman agrees with Rachel that Ava is standing in the way of her parents being together, so Rachel needs to get her out of the picture permanently.

Cat tells Marlena that she knew a little bit about John’s past because of his connection to her mother. Marlena says that John doesn’t like to talk about it and he’s lived many different lives. Marlena recalls first thinking he was her presumed dead husband, Roman Brady. Cat recalls meeting Roman at the Pub. Cat goes over how Roman was Marlena’s husband and John was impersonating him but now John is her husband. Cat says they were obviously innocent victims unlike her situation with Chad. Marlena feels she was a victim of circumstance. Cat feels she broke Chad’s heart in the worst way, so she can’t imagine he could ever get past that.

JJ can’t believe Marlena would give Cat a job after what she did to their family. Chad points out the circumstances while JJ argues that Chad almost died, so he questions how Chad could defend her. Chad points out that Gabi did terrible things to their family but JJ has no problem dating her. JJ calls that completely different. Chad brings up what Gabi did to Julie. JJ questions if Chad’s saying he doesn’t want him to see Gabi. Chad clarifies that he’s not telling JJ who to associate with, so he would expect the same courtesy. Julie comes in to the room, so JJ asks if she knew Cat Green was staying in town and that Chad has no problem with it. Julie declares that nothing matters to her anymore and exits the room, leaving Chad and JJ confused.

Ava brings Brady a dinner plate at the Bistro. Ava recalls running away from home when she was Rachel’s age because her dad used to beat up her mom, so she thought her disappearance would shock some sense back in to him but it just made it worse. Ava talks about trying to get her mom to leave because she knew eventually her father would take it too far with a beating she would not come back from which ended up happening.

EJ tells Kristen that he never knew the reasons behind her naming Rachel after her mother. Kristen feels that she failed in raising Rachel in her mother’s image. EJ says from what he knows, Kristen’s mom was a badass. Kristen says it’s sad that she wasn’t able to be a mother very long and that she hated Stefano for taking her and Peter away. Kristen talks about how her mother tried to kill Stefano, but he survived while her mother was not so lucky.

Rachel tells the woman about how she sent Ava texts to get her to go away but Kristen took her phone and tried putting her in therapy. She tells Rachel that she doesn’t need therapy, she needs to get Ava out of the way and declares they are going to do that together.

JJ asks Chad if they should follow Julie. Chad doesn’t think so but admits he’s worried. Julie comes back with tea and mentions that she’s hardly sleeping at all. Chad asks if she thought about talking to Marlena. Julie responds that she did but it’s not going to bring Doug back. Julie insists that she will eventually be fine so they don’t have to worry about her. Chad says they are worried and asks what the harm is in talking to Marlena, noting that if it doesn’t work, she can just stop going. JJ adds that Doug would want her to feel better. Chad agrees that Doug would want her to be happy and start living her life again which Marlena can help her do. Chad asks Julie to do it for them because they love her and need her to take care of herself. Julie agrees that Doug would say all those things and thanks them. Julie decides maybe she’ll call Marlena tomorrow but Chad suggests she get dressed and he will take her over there now.

Marlena tells Cat that Chad is a very kind and compassionate man. Cat agrees but feels being nice to her is one thing but having feelings for her is an entirely different situation.

Brady tells Ava that he’s really sorry as he had no idea she went through all that. Ava says she meant to encourage him about Rachel coming home and not turn it in to a sob story. Brady thanks her for sharing with him. Ava says Rachel is the issue now and urges Brady to eat and get some sleep. Brady agrees that he should get some rest and thanks Ava for listening.

Kristen tells EJ that Rachel never got to know her family but she told her stories about the town and their summer home there, including the ghosts that she and Peter were sure were in the attic. Kristen tells EJ that she has a scrapbook about the old town and goes to show EJ but finds it is gone.

The woman tells Rachel what they are going to do and instructs Rachel to use the rotary phone to call Ava which she does. Rachel tells Ava that she needs help and she couldn’t reach her parents so she has to come straight away. Ava asks where she is and grabs a pen.

Marlena questions Cat having romantic feelings for Chad. Cat explains that her feelings evolved while she was pretending to Abigail. Cat says she knows nothing could come of it and she’s been trying to avoid Chad and bury her feelings. Chad then arrives with Julie.

The woman tells Rachel that she did a great job and they make an excellent team. She talks about being glad Rachel visited here and asks how she ended up here tonight. Rachel reveals the scrapbook and how she read about Kristen, her brother Peter, and their mother Rachel Blake. Rachel asks what the woman’s name is. She responds that she could just call her The Woman in White.

Kristen is confused by the missing scrapbook and says she just saw it the other day and she would be really heartbroken if she lost it as it’s all she has of her mother.

Ava calls Brady and leaves a message that he needs to call her back immediately as she knows where Rachel is and she’s heading there now.

JJ goes to see Brady and says he couldn’t stop thinking about Rachel so he came to see if he got any news. Brady says he’s been waiting for his phone to ring. His phone lies on the table with a missed call from Ava.

Julie begins therapy with Marlena and explains that she’s not here on her own but she gave up arguing with Chad because he was insistent on her seeing Marlena. Marlena asks if she doesn’t think this will help. Julie admits coming in and seeing Cat was a surprise. Marlena apologizes but Julie understands Marlena is a doctor and committed to helping everybody. Julie calls Marlena her friend and she understands that psychoanalysis works, but argues that she’s not sick, she’s just a widow who lost the love of her life and is terribly sad. Julie thinks that’s just normal. Marlena agrees. Julie says time healing all wounds just won’t work for her because she doesn’t want to stop thinking about Doug. Julie cries about their love and asks who cares if she can’t sleep or move on with her life. Julie declares that all she has left are the memories of Doug and she doesn’t want to lose that. Marlena says she understands. Julie thinks launching in to therapy would be a terrible waste of their time. Marlena assures that Julie could never waste her time. Marlena knows Julie is only there to appease Chad, but thinks they should try a session and if it doesn’t work, they never have to do it again. Julie agrees and asks what harm it can do.

Cat tells Chad that she really didn’t mean to upset Julie. Chad says it’s his fault for not realizing she could’ve started her new job already. Cat explains that Marlena still needs to talk to Kayla about hiring her first. Chad asks what Cat was there for then. Cat says Marlena was just getting her talking about her feelings.

EJ tells Kristen that he hates to leave her at a time like this but he has pressing matters to attend to. Kristen says she’ll be fine. EJ asks where the hell Brady is. Kristen says he said he had to go home to shower but it’s probably a cover up to spend more time with Ava. EJ asks if they are still an item. Kristen mocks them being Salem’s hottest couple and says she detests Ava. Kristen blames Ava for Rachel running away and declares that if Ava wasn’t in the picture, none of this would happening while she and Brady would be together.

Brady thanks JJ for checking in and says he’ll let him know if he hears anything. JJ then exits. Brady goes back to his phone and listens to Ava’s voicemail but it was distorted and cuts out.

Ava goes to the house that Rachel gave her the address to and finds Rachel’s stuffed animal snake. The woman in white helps Rachel knock out Ava from behind and remarks that it was even easier than she thought.

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Brady paces at the DiMera Mansion until he gets a call from Ava. Brady tells her that the police are going through security footage trying to find Rachel so he’s hoping for an update. Brady adds that he and Kristen were at the police station all night until Shawn convinced them it would do no good, so he brought Kristen home. Ava says it sounds like Brady could use some rest. Brady doesn’t know how they will get any rest. Ava tells him that she’s truly sorry. Brady thanks her and appreciates her calling. Kristen walks in behind Brady and says that makes one of them.

At the police station, Shawn finishes a call with JJ about the security footage looking for Rachel. Belle arrives and asks if there’s any news on Rachel. Shawn says unfortunately no and that Brady and Kristen are going out of their minds.

Brady tells Ava to hold on while Kristen asks if she’s interrupting, mocking the phone call as important while their daughter is missing. Brady tells Ava that he will call her later. Ava says she’s there if he needs her. Brady hangs up and says he thought Kristen went upstairs to rest. Kristen questions how she can rest when she needs to be out looking for Rachel and argues that Brady should be too instead of talking to Ava. Brady argues that Ava was just calling to check in while Kristen complains that she doesn’t need to check in because this does not involve her, calling it a family matter.

Tate complains about his homework at home until Marlena comes in. Tate asks how he’s supposed to do his homework while Rachel is out there missing. Tate doesn’t know where Rachel could have gone and mentions texting her to come home but then he remembered Kristen took her phone. Tate wishes he could do more to help in the search for Rachel. Marlena encourages that he put up all the posters in the park while Tate doesn’t feel like that was enough. Marlena says they’re doing all they can, noting that she met with the police as did Brady and Kristen and that they are using every resource. Tate can’t believe his sister is missing on top of everything else. Marlena guesses he’s talking about Sophia’s pregnancy.

Sophia goes to the Bistro and asks Ava if she can pick up a shift. Ava says she doesn’t have room on the schedule today and thought she was taking the day off to go to the doctor. Sophia informs Ava that she went to her appointment yesterday, then her mother Amy comes in behind her and questions why she’s only hearing about it now. Sophia asks what she’s doing there. Amy questions Sophia not answering her phone. Sophia says she must have had it on silent, but Amy points out the phone is in her hand and argues that she was waiting for her at the doctor only to find out she went yesterday. Sophia claims there was a schedule mix up so they moved it but Amy reveals she talked to Kayla, who told her that Sophia called to move the appointment. Sophia then admits that she changed it because she didn’t want her hovering over her. Amy questions her going to the appointment alone. Sophia informs her that Tate went with her. Amy argues that she should’ve been there too. Sophia complains that it’s her baby and she doesn’t need her holding her hand because she’s not a child. Amy asks if she’s sure about that because a mature responsible adult would not be in this situation.

Marlena tells Tate that she knows they haven’t talked much about Sophia’s pregnancy and how it’s affecting him. Marlena is glad he has Brady to talk to, but assures she’s there to talk too. Tate thanks him, so Marlena asks if he wants to talk about it now. Tate says it just feels kind of wrong to be talking about his problems while Rachel is missing. Marlena encourages that it’s not wrong as the police are out looking for Rachel, so there’s nothing they can do but wait. Tate then decides he does want to discuss the Sophia situation because maybe Marlena can help him. Marlena says she’s happy to try. Tate talks about trying to do the right thing to help Sophia, but whenever he does, he ends up hurting his relationship with Holly. Tate mentions the sonogram photo making it all more real. Tate calls it a miracle that they made a life, but it made him really sad knowing that they can’t appreciate the miracle because they didn’t mean for it to happen. Tate adds that he could tell it really upset Holly. Marlena asks if he’s had a chance to talk to Holly. Tate admits he hasn’t heard from her since. Holly then shows up at the door and tells Tate that she just heard about Rachel missing and she knows he must be so worried. Marlena says she’ll give them time as she has somewhere to be, so she exits. Tate tells Holly that he’s really glad she’s there. Holly asks why she wouldn’t be. Tate feels she seemed pretty upset when she ran in to he and Sophia yesterday.

Amy tells Sophia that he will be taking her to her doctor’s appointments until she proves herself capable of making good decisions. Ava says she doesn’t blame Amy for being upset about being left in the dark, but suggest Sophia can tell her how the appointment went. Sophia tells Amy that it’s all good so far, they are waiting on blood tests, and she’s taking the recommended vitamins. Amy says it’s good that she’s healthy. Sophia then shows her the sonogram photo which Amy acknowledges as her grandchild. Sophia apologizes for going to the appointment without her. Amy says it’s okay as she understands, but she’s trying to look out for her. Sophia decides that Amy is right that she should be involved. Sophia adds that she wanted to talk to her about adoption.

Brady knows Kristen is upset but says Ava was just concerned. Kristen blames Ava for Rachel running away. Brady argues that’s not true since Rachel was upset about them not getting back together. Kristen calls Ava the reason they are not getting back together. Brady says there are a million reasons that they won’t get in to, but Ava has nothing to do with it. Brady adds that Rachel has been upset for awhile now and it goes a lot deeper than he and Ava. Kristen reluctantly admits it’s not Ava’s fault and she’s just on edge and she can’t help but think worst case scenario since Rachel has been missing for 24 hours with no leads. Kristen questions where she is.

Belle tells Shawn that she can’t imagine what Brady is going through and asks if there’s anything she can do to help. Shawn thinks they are doing all they can, noting they have every available unit on the area and JJ is going over security footage so it’s only a matter of time. Belle worries about Brady after everything he’s been through the past year. Shawn then gets a call back from JJ.

Holly tells Tate that none of yesterday matters when Rachel is missing. Tate says it does matter as he could tell she was upset running in to he and Sophia in the town square. Holly admits that she was because they were together, laughing and when she saw the sonogram, she realized there is something between them and it’s like a connection that she’s not a part of. Tate understands why she would feel that way. Holly says it wasn’t just a moment they were sharing, they are having a baby together. Tate says they still want to give the baby up for adoption if Sophia’s parents are cool with it.

Amy questions adoption. Sophia says she and Tate had talked about it and thought it might be a good idea. Amy argues that they couldn’t get away with abortion so they are looking at another way to dispose of the baby. Sophia says they are just trying to do the right thing, pointing out that she and Tate are not ready to be parents. Amy shouts that they should’ve thought about that before deciding they were ready to have sex. Amy declares that Sophia doesn’t want to face the consequences of her actions. Sophia mocks the idea that the baby is a punishment. Ava backs up Sophia doing what’s best for the baby. Amy disagrees and declares there will not be any adoption.

Steve finishes a call at the Pub as Marlena arrives and thanks him for meeting her. Steve asks what’s going on. Marlena guesses he hasn’t heard that Rachel is missing which shocks him. Marlena explains that Rachel ran away, there’s no sign of her, and the police are all over it. Steve asks what he can do to help. Marlena responds that he can help her contact John.

Brady tells Kristen that he knows waiting is getting to both of them, but encourages that the police will help them get Rachel home. Kristen says that’s what they said last time when they finally found out Rachel was their baby, only to have Sarah run off with her. Kristen knows that was a long time ago but she had forgotten what it was like and now the terrible memories are flooding back. Brady argues that the difference is that no one took her this time. Brady says Rachel is a smart kid but he doubts she can charter a flight to Paris. Kristen cries that she knows it was a different situation but it feels the same as she had a terrible feeling in the pit of her stomach that she was never going to see her daughter again and she feels that same way now.

Shawn finishes his call with JJ and informs Belle that the ambulance dispatch just got a call about a little girl who was hit by a car and is being taken to the hospital now. Shawn reveals that according to JJ, the description matches Rachel.

Steve reminds Marlena that John is deep undercover. Marlena argues that his granddaughter has gone missing and Brady needs his father, so she knows if John knew, he would want to be there. Steve agrees, so Marlena asks him to contact Shane to ask him to contact John. Steve reveals that he already did after Marlena gave him the good news about Catharina. Marlena notes that she didn’t ask him to do that. Steve says he can see how hard the no contact is for her and the mission has gone on so long that it’s not fair to John’s loved ones. Steve says he read Shane the riot act, so Marlena asks what he said.

Amy tells Sophia that at her next appointment, she will tell Kayla to keep her ideas to herself. Sophia argues that she and Tate should have some say in this but Amy declares that she is the adult in this situation, reminding Sophia that she is still 17. Ava points out that Tate and Sophia are really young to be raising a child. Amy argues that they won’t be doing it on their own as Sophia’s parents have every intention of helping and she’s sure Tate’s family will do the same. Sophia questions how that’s going to work if she’s going to college next year. Amy responds that unfortunately, plans change. Sophia says she will have the baby, but she can’t take college away from her. Amy shouts that putting her dreams on hold is the risk she took when she had sex. Sophia complains that she’s lectured her enough and asks if she will respect her enough if she becomes a nun and never looks at another boy again. Amy tells Sophia that she will not lash out at her for her decision. Sophia cries that her mother is making her sad and miserable and ruining her life as she then runs out of the Bistro.

Holly asks if Tate really thinks Sophia’s parents would be cool with adoption when her mom was insisting on them getting married. Tate argues that she can’t force them and he thinks that Brady made it clear they are not getting married. Holly hopes Sophia talks to her parent about adoption soon because it’s killing her not knowing what’s going to happen. Holly says she didn’t come to talk about her or her feelings and says she knows how scared he must be about Rachel. Holly brings up that she used to live with Rachel so she really cares about her and offers anything she can do to help. Tate wishes there was but he doesn’t know what they can do that the police haven’t. Tate says he put posters up in the park but wonders if people even look at those. Holly suggests a better way to get people’s attention.

Brady tells Kristen that they have to keep reminding themselves that they got Rachel back all those years ago and they will this time too, pointing out that she wasn’t kidnapped. Kristen says in some ways, Rachel running away scares her worse because she’s out there all alone and who knows what could happen to her.

Belle asks Shawn if it could be Rachel that was hit by the car. Shawn says she’s apparently Rachel’s age with brown hair and a leopard print coat. Belle asks if she should call Brady. Shawn says to wait until they know for sure. They decide they are going to the ER and exit the police station.

Steve informs Marlena that Shane turned him down flat, but said he was sorry and understands how these missions can be hard on families but apparently John is in a very delicate spot so if anyone tries to contact him, it could jeopardize the mission and put John in serious peril because it’s that dangerous. Marlena questions why John would take on such a risky mission. Steve says he would never describe John as risk averse. Marlena doesn’t know why John would agree to break off contact with his family and put his own life at risk. Steve says he doesn’t know but it must be something big.

Brady tells Kristen that he knows Rachel is out there alone and it’s scary but encourages that she is smart and resourceful, joking that she is half Kiriakis, half DiMera so the rest of the world better watch out for her. Kristen is sure he’s right. Kristen brings up that Rachel left her snake, with instructions on how to feed it. Brady urges Kristen to try to get some sleep since they have put up all night. Kristen doesn’t think she will be able to. Brady says they have to try so they can be reasonably rested when Rachel comes home. Kristen agrees to try. Brady says he will be back soon as he hugs Kristen.

Belle paces at the hospital as Shawn comes back to her and reveals the little girl hit by a car was not Rachel. Belle is relieved and thankful as she hugs Shawn.

Amy complains about Sophia storming off. Ava suggests giving Sophia a moment so they can have a chance to talk. Amy questions what they have to talk about. Ava knows it’s none of her business but she’s gotten to know Sophia and she’s a wonderful girl. Ava says it’s clear that Amy loves her and wants the best for her, so maybe it would help to see things from her perspective. Amy argues that she knows what it’s like to make a mistake and having to face the consequences of it. Ava thinks Sophia has already learned her lesson as being forced to have a baby when she’s not ready is traumatic enough. Amy sees that they don’t see eye to eye on some important issues, but she has her beliefs and advises her to tread lightly. Ava says she’s just saying that it’s life changing to find out you’re pregnant and Sophia is obviously overwhelmed and scared. Ava talks about Tate and Sophia being so young and not ready to be parents, so maybe she could consider that adoption is the best thing for them and the baby. Amy then agrees that it’s none of Ava’s business and walks out of the Bistro.

Holly tells Tate that they need to come up with a good hashtag to get trending and if enough people see it, they can know where Rachel is. Tate suggests #ReturnReptileRachel along with existing hashtags. Holly uses the Spectator as a hashtag as well and says maybe they’ll post an article about it. Tate thanks Holly for doing this since she has way more followers than him and says he’s sure no one would see it if he posted it. Holly jokes that’s because Tate doesn’t post at all. Sophia then shows up at the door in tears, revealing that her mom won’t agree to the adoption and said they have to raise the baby themselves as she hugs Tate. Sophia then sees Holly and says she didn’t know she was there. Tate explains that they were trying to track down his little sister after she ran away. Sophia apologizes and says she had no idea he was in the middle of a crisis, so she will go. Holly decides she will go instead. Tate tries to stop her but Holly says they obviously have a lot to talk about and exits.

Steve tells Marlena that he wants his partner back too and promises to do everything he can to help the police find Rachel. Marlena thanks him and says they need all the help they can get. Marlena asks Steve to find out any more he can from Shane too because she imagines the very worst when not hearing from John. Steve agrees to try but can’t make any promises. Marlena understands and appreciates whatever he can do. Steve knows how hard it is on her. Marlena admits she’s terribly worried and she misses John so much. Steve hugs her and says he knows.

Belle tells Shawn that she’s so glad that Rachel wasn’t hurt but asks about the other little girl. Shawn says her name is Lucy and she’s banged up but she will be fine. Shawn adds that her family is on the way as she’s awake and talking. Belle is glad she didn’t call Brady and scare him like that. Shawn is sorry that he scared her. Belle understands he was following a credible lead. Belle decides she is going to pick up food for her family. Shawn says he should get back to the police station and agrees to keep her posted.

Brady goes to the Bistro where Ava asks if there’s any news but Brady says there’s nothing. Brady says he was just walking home to get some rest and decided he wanted to see her. Ava asks what she can do to help. Brady thinks all they can do is hope and wait. Ava asks what she can do for him. Brady says he tried to put on a brave face for Kristen and assure her that everything will be alright, but admits he’s worried about Rachel being out there, sad, angry, and alone. Brady feels guilty because they drove Rachel to do this and worries that they didn’t love her enough. Brady worries that Rachel felt she had to do this to get their attention. Brady just wants her to be okay. Ava hugs him and assures that she will be okay.

Kristen remains in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and looks at a photo of her and Rachel on her phone. Kristen tearfully wonders where Rachel has gone.

Rachel arrives in a big room with old furniture covered by sheets. She pulls out her stuffed animal snake from her backpack and declares that they finally made it.

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Leo has a nightmare about Kerry interrupting he and Javi in bed with a gun, then wakes up in a panic as Javi comes in with coffee.

At the hospital, Alex questions Stephanie and Philip breaking up when they seemed so happy on New Year’s. Stephanie responds that it was new and they were still figuring out if they could work, but she got a vivid reminder of why they broke up the last time. Alex tells her that he’s sorry but Stephanie says it’s good that things ended as quickly as they did. Stephanie adds that she never would’ve even thought about dating Philip again if it wasn’t for Alex.

At the Brady Pub, Kate finishes a call with Seth Burns about Bonnie’s accident and the safety protocols. Kate hangs up as Joy appears to ask if everything is okay. Kate responds that she was putting out another fire with Body and Soul. Joy guesses Chanel quitting caused a lot of problems. Kate says that’s not important anymore as she was talking about Bonnie’s accident, which Joy was unaware of. Kate then informs Joy that Bonnie almost died when she plunged down the elevator shaft.

Abe goes to Kayla’s office at the hospital and asks how Bonnie is. Kayla says she can only discuss her condition with her family but her prognosis is good. Kayla adds that Bonnie won’t be going back to work any time soon. Abe admits he was worried that she would say that and declares that he’s royally screwed.

Jada calls JJ from the hospital and tells him to keep on the Rachel case as she’s still finishing up the Bonnie case. Jada tells JJ that Bonnie will recover but she has a long recovery ahead. Jada says just between them, Justin thinks someone lured Bonnie to the elevator and that her fall was no accident.

Someone wearing all black walks in to the park with a photo of Bonnie. They then take a red marker and draw an X over her photo.

Alex doesn’t understand how he’s the reason that Stephanie started dating Philip again. Stephanie tries to tell him to forget it but Alex insists. Stephanie explains that when they decided to stop seeing each other because of work, she told him it was no big deal but that was a lie as she wasn’t really ready to end things between them. Alex admits he was not either.

Kate fills Joy in on Bonnie’s accident. Joy asks if she’s okay. Kate says Bonnie’s alive and that’s all that matters, but it was a terrible fall. Joy worries about Alex, noting they were on set late last night so this must have happened right after. Kate remarks that at least she knew not to go down the elevator. Joy doesn’t think it’s Bonnie’s fault, so Kate questions whose fault it is.

Jada tells JJ that she doesn’t know if she agrees with Justin’s theory as it could be a coincidence, but admits the text message that Bonnie got was pretty damn suspicious, so they have to tread lightly. Jada gets a text from Javi and then tells JJ that if this was pre-meditated, they have their first suspect.

Javi asks Leo about his nightmare. Leo tells him it was about Kerry choosing violence. Javi tells Leo that he texted Jada about him. Leo wonders if Kerry will get in trouble. Javi declares that all that matters is that Kerry is gone and they are here together. Javi doesn’t think they have anything to worry about from Kerry, but thinks they should stay in bed all day. Leo worries that Gabi will be pissed at him but Javi says she will forgive and forget. Leo tells Javi that he has to get to set and wonders what could have blown up in the last 12 hours. Javi tries to convince Leo that he deserves a day off, so Leo agrees to stay with him, but says there is something important he wants to discuss with him.

Abe tells Kayla that it’s bad enough that Bonnie’s accident happened on his watch, but now Leo is missing. Abe says they need all hands on deck as they cannot afford to lose another day of production. Kayla wishes she could help. Abe responds that maybe she can.

Stephanie questions Alex not wanting to break things off either and why he didn’t say anything. Alex says probably the same reason she didn’t as he didn’t want to put himself out there if she wasn’t going to and he didn’t want to risk ruining their friendship, but he did want more. Stephanie wishes she knew and admits that part of her thought he felt the same way, but then she heard about Alex and Joy. Alex insists that was just a cover and they weren’t really dating. Stephanie says she knows that now, but seeing Joy and Alex leaving the New Year’s Eve party made her more open to seeing where things could go with Philip. Alex explains that he and Joy only left the party because Chanel had confronted Johnny. Stephanie says she assumed that they spent the night together. Alex then admits that they did.

Joy tells Kate that blaming Bonnie feels like victim blaming. Kate argues that Bonnie’s the one who wasn’t paying attention, unless Joy thinks this wasn’t an accident. Kate asks if she thinks it’s her or Abe’s fault. Joy responds that she blames Chanel because if she hadn’t quit the show, they wouldn’t have had the open elevator shaft. Kate thinks that’s a stretch and says there will be a lot of fingers pointed here, but she doesn’t think any will be pointing at Chanel. Kate asks Joy what this is really all about.

Jada goes to the police station to see Kerry in her office. Jada informs him that there was an incident on the set of Body and Soul. Kerry remarks that the set has been cursed ever since moving to Salem and asks what happened this time. Jada reveals that Bonnie fell down an elevator shaft right after taping an elaborate stunt. Kerry says it sounds like she should be talking to production instead of him. Jada brings up the possibility of Bonnie being lured to the elevator shaft. Kerry says that’s pretty sick but questions what that has to do with him. Jada says that’s what they are here to find out.

Javi jokes with Leo about sounding serious. Leo says it’s not a bad thing but he was thinking they just kind of fell in to bed two seconds after he was in bed with Kerry. Leo asks if they are rushing things. Javi points out that it’s not like they haven’t slept together before. Leo says he just wanted to make sure and he needs to know that this means something. Javi doesn’t think he was really ready to sleep with Kerry and part of him knew that he wasn’t right for him. Javi admits he couldn’t get Leo out of his head. Javi knows he put on a big show by turning Leo away when he apologized, but deep down he was missing him and he’s so glad that he doesn’t have to miss him anymore and that Kerry is out of his life for good.

Kerry tells Jada that he has no idea what she’s talking about. Jada explains that the elevator was blocked off from cast and crew, so everyone knew to stay away from it except Bonnie, who got a text from the wardrobe department except they never sent the text, so someone may have been impersonating them. Jada informs Kerry that she’s very close with Javi and he texted her about everything that went down between them. Kerry questions her pegging this on him because he’s Lady Whistleblower. Jada goes over how Kerry broke in to Leo’s hotel room, put spyware on his computer, and had access to the production schedule as well as Bonnie’s phone number. Kerry questions why he would want Bonnie to fall down an elevator shaft. Jada points out he had an axe to grind with the show. Kerry responds that his only axe to grind was with Leo Stark, who rejected and humiliated him, so he wanted to humiliate him and that’s all. Kerry adds that he has no problem with Bonnie, other than her over the top acting. Kerry denies sending the text to Bonnie and hands over his phone if she doesn’t believe him. Jada argues that he could have used a burner phone which Kerry denies. Jada asks if he didn’t send the poisoned cupcakes to the cast and crew either. Kerry asks if she’s just going to keep throwing accusations at him until one sticks. Kerry tells Jada that she has nothing on him so they are done here, but Jada responds that they are done when she says so.

Kayla doesn’t know how she can help since she can’t speed up Bonnie’s recovery. Abe responds that she can fill her shoes because they need someone to play Cassandra and says Kayla is the best recast. Kayla says they went over this already that she’s a doctor, not an actress. Abe points out that Bonnie wasn’t an actress either. Abe brings up when Kayla went undercover with Steve and says she acted her ass off because her life depended on it. Kayla says her life doesn’t depend on this while Abe says his does along with the entire cast and crew. Abe declares that he’s desperate to keep everyone employed. Kayla questions one character jeopardizing all of that. Abe says they can’t afford another crisis and losing another day. Kayla questions needing to step in immediately. Abe repeats that the only person right for it is her.

Joy admits to Kate that maybe Bonnie’s accident wasn’t Chanel’s fault and that she may still be salty about Chanel slapping her for real on set last night which surprises Kate. Joy declares that she’s done letting Chanel blame her for her marriage falling apart. Kate asks who is victim blaming now. Joy argues that Johnny is the one who cheated and she’s not even interested in him as she’s seeing Alex now. Kate thought that was a cover story. Joy says it was until it wasn’t. Joy adds that they’ve gotten a lot closer and they are just figuring things out. Joy notes that Abe said he’s okay with it since there’s no power imbalance. Kate says she gets that, but brings up what tension between people on set can do. Joy promises that if they break up, they will be total pros. Joy declares that she’s pretty much alone in Salem and Alex is the only person who hasn’t been a jerk to her. Joy states that Johnny used her, Chanel blamed her, and EJ bribed her while Alex has been nothing but supportive through all of it. Joy tells Kate that she’s never felt more safe with anyone than she has with Alex.

Alex tells Stephanie that he wants to be honest with her and admits that he and Joy slept together. Alex explains that it wasn’t planned but Joy was upset about Chanel while he was upset, thinking that Stephanie had moved on with Philip. Stephanie realizes that he was only with Joy because he thought she was with Philip while she was only with Philip because she thought he was with Joy. Stephanie points out that she’s not with Philip anymore, but Alex is still with Joy. Alex says they aren’t official and were just spending more time together. Alex swears that if he knew Stephanie was single, he would slow it down completely but he doesn’t know if they can be together while working on Body and Soul. Stephanie then asks what if she wasn’t working on Body and Soul and quits being the show’s publicist. Alex says no way since they are her biggest client, so he can’t ask her to quit her job for them. Stephanie points out that he didn’t ask and that the show could easily replace her with a publicist. Alex argues that she loves her job and never considered quitting. Stephanie says she didn’t until she realized how much she misses him.

Kate tells Joy that she’s grateful that Alex was respectful and kind to her when others weren’t, but the heart is most vulnerable when worn on the sleeve so she advises her to protect it. Joy thanks her and says she will. Joy wonders if Alex is still at the hospital as she’d really like to be there for him. Kate doesn’t think there’s anywhere else he would be since Bonnie is family. Joy talks about liking Bonnie and decides she might bring her flowers. Kate tells Joy to give Bonnie her best and that they can’t wait to have her back on the show.

Javi suggests that Leo call in sick. Leo talks about upcoming storylines for Body and Soul. Leo talks about Bonnie and Hattie’s characters, then apologizes if he’s boring Javi.

Jada tells Kerry that she doesn’t have anything to tie him to Bonnie’s accident or the poisoned cupcakes, but he did break in to Leo’s hotel room which is a crime. Kerry argues that he and Leo were involved once, pointing out there is no evidence of a break-in so she doesn’t have enough to charge him or even for a warrant. Jada warns Kerry not to leave town as he then exits her office.

Kayla tells Abe that she will pass but Abe insists that she’d fit right in and that Kate would love it. Kayla thinks it sounds insane. Abe encourages Kayla dreaming of being a TV star growing up. Kayla says healing people is now her passion and she wouldn’t want to take someone else’s dream as she’s sure hundreds of actresses would love to be on Body and Soul. Abe questions who is available the day after tomorrow. Kayla argues that Bonnie won’t be back for weeks and she can’t neglect her patients to go be a soap star. Abe says they will start searching for a recast right away while Kayla would just have to step in. Kayla worries about if she’s terrible and makes things worse. Abe assures that she will knock it out of the park and asks what he has to say to convince her.

Alex tells Stephanie that he misses her too, but he doesn’t want them to rush in to something they might regret if it doesn’t work out. Stephanie asks what if it does. Alex points out that Kate and Abe won’t like this at all since the show is already going crazy. Stephanie admits the show is in chaos but she can’t fix it, she can only spin it but she doesn’t need that. Joy arrives and hugs Alex, telling him that she’s so sorry about Bonnie and asks if she can have visitors. Alex says he’s sure she would appreciate that. Joy asks Alex to take her to Bonnie’s room. Joy invites Stephanie to come with but Stephanie says she’s swamped with work, so Alex tells Stephanie they will catch up later and takes Joy to Bonnie’s room.

Leo asks Javi to run a scene with him as they joke together until Kerry walks in to interrupt them. Leo tells him about his nightmare that Kerry came to shoot him. Kerry says he’s not going to throw his life away over them. Javi asks what he wants. Kerry returns his key which Leo questions Javi giving to him. Kerry then tells Javi that he would like his Rochester sweatshirt back.

Jada makes a call to have a background check run on Kerry.

Leo questions Javi giving Kerry a key when they were taking things slowly. Javi returns Kerry’s sweatshirt to him and says there’s nothing else. Kerry hopes Javi and Leo live unhappily ever after. Kerry adds that it’s a tough break about Bonnie and says he’ll be seeing them as he exits. Leo and Javi are left confused, wondering what happened to Bonnie.

Abe goes to the Brady Pub and tells Kate that it’s been a hell of a day and it’s barely 10 AM. Abe asks if she wants the good news or bad news first. Kate picks bad news so Abe informs her that Bonnie has a long recovery ahead of her. Kate asks what the good news is. Abe reveals that he already has a temporary recast to start tomorrow which shocks Kate. Abe then informs her that it’s Kayla.

Kayla calls Steve and leaves a message that she has some very interesting news for him. Kayla hangs up and sees Stephanie, noting that she looks so down so she asks what’s going on.

Joy tells Alex that she knew Bonnie was badly hurt but she was not expecting to see her like that. Alex says she’s lucky to be alive. Joy calls Alex and Bonnie the only people in the cast that she can tolerate, so without Bonnie, it’s only Alex. Joy adds that she was telling Kate that she doesn’t know if she would have gotten through any of this without Alex as she hugs him.

Leo looks up on his phone and finds out that Bonnie was severely injured after falling down the elevator shaft at the hospital. Leo feels horrible and hopes she will be okay, but worries about his upcoming storyline.

Stephanie tells Kayla that she’s fine and there’s just a lot going on with Body and Soul. Kayla then informs Stephanie that she’s looking at the latest, most reluctant cast member to join the show which surprises Stephanie. Kayla calls it silly but says Abe twisted her arm to fill in for Bonnie. Kayla assures that she’s only filling in until Abe finds a permanent recast and she thought it would be fun to work with Stephanie a bit.

Jada calls Justin and tells him that she brought in Kerry for questioning but she had to let him go because he didn’t have a criminal record. Jada assures that they will haul him in if they find anything that links him to what happened. Jada promises that if Bonnie’s fall wasn’t an accident, she will find who is responsible.

The mystery person in all black hangs Bonnie’s photo with a red X through it and then approaches a photo of Alex next.

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Arnold cooks breakfast at Rafe’s home while playing music loud until Jada comes out from the bedroom. Arnold turns off the music and says he’s sorry if he woke her. Jada talks about taking a nap because she doesn’t get much sleep while working multiple high profile cases. Jada says the breakfast smells perfect and they go to kiss but are interrupted by EJ showing up at the door.

Stephanie sits at home with her invitation to Rafe and Jada’s wedding when she gets a call from Philip. Stephanie answers and repeats that she has nothing to say to him. Philip says he knows and he just wanted to thank her for not telling Xander about Victor’s letter as it’s a lot to ask and he’d appreciate her doing it for him. Stephanie clarifies that she did it for Sarah, not him.

Sarah sits in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion. Sarah talks to the portrait of Victor, saying it’s his secret that got them in to this mess in the first place but she’s trying to keep the peace, stop Xander from murdering Philip or from turning in to Victor which would happen if Xander was in full control of Titan. Sarah comments on feeling guilty about it. Xander walks in and asks what she would feel guilty about. Sarah says she just feels guilty not being there for Justin. Xander insists that there’s nothing she could’ve done about Bonnie falling down the elevator shaft. Sarah says her heart still goes out to him as it’s a terrible tragedy.

Alex goes to the hospital and hugs Justin, asking how he’s holding up. Justin says as well as could be expected. Alex asks if he’s seen Bonnie yet. Justin says that Kayla told him to prepare himself. Alex suggests they go together which Justin says he would like. Bonnie is unconscious in a hospital bed with cuts and bruises on her face as they enter the room. Bonnie wakes up, holding back tears. Justin and Alex sit by her side. Justin tells her that Kayla said she will be just fine, so all she has to do is rest. Justin tells Bonnie not to talk since her jaw is banged up. Bonnie worries about the pages of dialogue she has to learn for Body and Soul. Justin tells her not to worry about that anymore and declares that she is done acting on the show. Alex advises him not to overreact. Justin says that he’s already made it crystal clear to Abe and Kate that they are not to contact Bonnie and declares that she is to never go back to that set, feeling that she could’ve been killed.

Xander tells Sarah that you never know what life is going to throw at you since at one moment, Bonnie was on top of the world with Body and Soul and then next she almost plummets to her doom. Xander tells Sarah that he feels lucky to be married to the most compassionate woman in the world and hugs her.

Stephanie tells Philip that Sarah believes Xander needs someone to reign him in at Titan, even if it’s someone as morally bankrupt as Philip. Stephanie tells Philip that he’s the one who has to live with tricking his own brother out of his birthright. Philip reiterates that he truly believes Victor would want him to run the company. Stephanie tells him to save it as she’s tired of him trying to justify what he did when it was wrong. Philip says he’s still grateful for her keeping the secret. Stephanie hates that he roped her in to it and used her. Philip repeats that he’s sorry. Stephanie responds that she’s sorry for ever believing he was capable of change, when he’s still the same selfish, manipulative liar he’s always been. Stephanie talks about defending him and considering getting back together with him, but she’s thankful she got out early this time. Stephanie tells Philip to stop calling and leave her alone, as he got what he wanted and what she wants is to be out of this whole thing. Stephanie prays that Xander never finds out for Sarah and Philip’s sake as she then hangs up.

EJ says he just stopped by for an update from his private investigator “Rafe”. Jada suggests he could have called but EJ says it’s a very personal matter, so he prefers to discuss it in person. EJ asks Arnold if he’s had any luck tracking down Sloan Peterson. Jada says she will let them talk and head to work. EJ hopes her number one priority is finding his niece and remarks that if Rafe was still commissioner, Rachel would be found by now. Jada assures that she had the entire department working overnight to find her. EJ remarks that he and Kristen don’t want to hear her excuses. EJ orders Jada to locate Rachel immediately or he will sue the police department immediately. Jada calls EJ a bully who has no concept of what goes in to a missing persons search. Jada tells “Rafe” that she will see him for dinner and exits. EJ asks Arnold what he just walked in on and what is going on between he and Jada or what went on last night. EJ hopes Arnold did not lay a finger on Jada. Arnold tells him to relax as he did not touch her. EJ questions where his shirt and pants are. Arnold responds that he gets hot when he cooks. Arnold tells EJ that he slept alone since Jada was out all night looking for Rachel and when he got up, she was coming home, so they didn’t share a bed at all. EJ reminds Arnold to stay focused on his job which is making Jada pay for costing him his job.

Xander asks Sarah how things are going on the job front. Sarah says she’s going to follow up with Kayla at the hospital and check on Bonnie while she’s there. Xander says to send his best to Bonnie and Justin. Xander adds that he should get going to do as he has lots to do at Titan. Sarah notes that he almost sounds enthusiastic. Xander admits things are going well since he adjusted his attitude. Sarah says it seems like his partnership with Philip might work out. Xander says he promised her and Maggie that he would try to get along with Philip and admits it’s nice to look forward to going to work instead of being filled with dread. Xander adds that it’s not like he has much choice thanks to Victor’s letter. Xander tells Sarah to have a great day and exits.

Justin tells Alex and Bonnie that he’s going to sue Body and Soul, declaring he will grind them in to dust. Alex tries to tell him to take it easy. Justin calls it gross negligence and willful misconduct. Alex knows Justin is angry but calls it an accident. Justin questions Alex taking his employer’s side over his own family. Alex argues that Kate and Abe didn’t mean for this to happen. Justin argues that Bonnie almost died thanks to them not caring about the safety of their employees, so he’s going to make them pay. Alex remarks that Justin sounds like Victor. Bonnie tries to argue that it was an accident. Bonnie’s phone rings with a call from Richard from the wardrobe department. Justin answers the call and tells him that Bonnie broke nearly every bone in her body and is in agony. Justin asks what was so important that she had to have a last minute fitting. Justin says he’s blaming him because his text sent this whole thing in motion. Richard then reveals that the wardrobe department never sent Bonnie a text. Alex says that makes no sense. Justin notes that he was on the phone with Bonnie when she got the text. Justin wonders why Richard would lie. Alex suggests maybe he was afraid of getting fired. Justin remarks that he should be fired but admits maybe he scared him in to lying. Alex suggests checking Bonnie’s texts, so Justin checks and finds the text but notes that it came from an unknown number. Justin points out that when Richard called, he saw the name, so Alex questions why it wouldn’t come up on the text.

Arnold comments on EJ really having it in for Jada. EJ says that Jada convinced Paulina to have him fired, so turnabout is fair play. EJ tells Arnold that he’s going to do to Jada what she did to him and get her canned. EJ adds that he’s going to use Arnold to do it.

Jada goes to the hospital and calls Shawn, telling he or JJ to let her know the second they find anything on Rachel. Jada calls this case of the utmost importance. Jada then hangs up and sees Stephanie at the hospital. Jada tells her that she was up all night searching for Rachel and now she has to question Bonnie. Stephanie asks if she couldn’t get a detective to do it. Jada says that Paulina asked her to pay special attention to the Body and Soul case. Stephanie adds that she’s there for Bonnie too and to make sure the media isn’t hounding her. Stephanie can’t believe Bonnie stepped in to an empty elevator shaft. Jada calls it a freak accident. Stephanie swears that it’s been one crisis after another ever since she took on Body and Soul as a client. Jada adds that on top of all that, Stephanie is dealing with a break up. Stephanie admits it hasn’t been fun but it’s for the best. Jada notes that she never told her exactly what happened and asks why she ended things with Philip.

Xander goes to the Titan office and greets Philip. Philip questions him giving a genuinely friendly greeting. Xander reminds him that they were friendly yesterday. Philip says that co-existing will take some getting used to. Xander says he wants them to be a team to make Titan the best it can be. Xander remarks that is what Victor wants or else he wouldn’t have written that letter. Xander says they have both wanted this for so long, so they should make Victor proud. Philip asks if he wants a coffee. Xander says he’s good and they can just get to work. Xander assures he won’t pitch any more hostile takeovers as Philip was right that it would be good to not start any wars with the DiMeras right now. Philip changes his tune and says that maybe Xander was right. Philip declares that Xander said they want to make Victor proud, so maybe they can do it by accomplishing what Victor never could in taking over the DiMera empire.

Sarah goes to see Kayla in her office at the hospital. Sarah mentions being sure that Kayla is swamped with Bonnie’s accident. Kayla talks about feeling bad since she’s the one who convinced Seth Burns to let them film at the hospital. Kayla imagines Seth is distancing himself now. Sarah asks how Bonnie is. Kayla says that her long term prognosis is good but her injuries are severe. Sarah says she and Xander were just talking about the accident. Kayla calls it crazy, noting that Bonnie fell two stories with nothing to break her fall. Sarah says she will check on Bonnie and Justin before going home. Kayla knows they would appreciate that. Kayla thanks Sarah for the research she left for her and says it was excellent. Sarah says she was happy to do it and she learned a lot. Sarah mentions running in to Stephanie and getting to chat while waiting for her. Sarah is sure seeing Kayla made Stephanie feel better. Kayla comments that Stephanie is definitely bummed out about the way things ended with Philip. Sarah asks if Stephanie told her why they broke up. Kayla responds that Stephanie told her everything as they don’t have any secrets, so Sarah questions Kayla knowing what Philip did and what exactly Stephanie told her. Kayla says that Stephanie just said Philip behaved in a way that hurt her and that he wasn’t totally honest about a business maneuver. Sarah asks if she didn’t get in to specifics. Kayla says she didn’t and asks if she told Sarah something more. Sarah flashes back to her conversation with Stephanie, but tells Kayla that she told her the same thing.

Xander tells Philip that he was adamant that going after DiMera was a terrible idea, so he questions what changed his mind. Philip thinks back to his conversation with Sarah about having to work with Xander and not against him. Philip then tells Xander that he realized working together means he needs to compromise. Xander calls this quite the reversal since Philip’s whole speech about not wanting to operate that way. Philip feels he has to be flexible. Xander brings up that Philip also went on about how dangerous the feud was with the DiMeras, especially for Stephanie. Philip then reveals that he and Stephanie broke up, so Xander questions what happened there.

Jada tells Stephanie that she doesn’t have to tell her why she and Philip broke up if it’s too personal. Stephanie acknowledges Jada as her best friend and says she will tell her, so Jada asks why they broke up. Stephanie flashes back to talking to Sarah about keeping the secret. Stephanie then tells Jada that she just saw a side of Philip that she can’t stand, that puts power above everything else at Titan. Stephanie says the way he does business just doesn’t sit right with her. Stephanie adds that some people might not let one side of a person affect the whole relationship, but she can’t. Jada respects that and says she couldn’t be with a guy whose work life was shady either. Stephanie points out that Rafe is the opposite of shady and one of the best. Jada tells Stephanie that she’s so sorry she’s going through this. Stephanie points out that now she has extra free time to help out with Jada’s wedding. Jada says that’s kind of her but suggests she use her free time to get a massage. Stephanie insists on wanting to pitch in on the wedding if there’s anything she can do. Jada then asks Stephanie to be her maid of honor.

Arnold asks EJ how he’s supposed to get the police commissioner fired and what he wants him to do. EJ wants Arnold to expose Jada for the corrupt cop she is. Arnold remarks that she seems squeaky clean to him. EJ argues that no one is that clean including Jada. Arnold questions wanting him to dig up dirt on her. EJ decides he will do the digging and tells Arnold to concentrate on the exposing.

Alex suggests maybe someone else from wardrobe sent the text to Bonnie. Justin points out that Richard said they didn’t need Bonnie for a fitting, so he asks why they would text her. Bonnie struggles to speak so Justin encourages her to forget about all of this and try to rest. Alex decides he will step out to give them some alone time. Justin tells Alex that he doesn’t like this, so they need to contact the police. Alex says he’s on it and exits the room. Justin tells Bonnie not to worry as they will get to the bottom of this.

Stephanie is excited by Jada asking her to be her maid of honor and asks what about her sister. Jada says that Talia sadly can’t make it. Jada tells Stephanie that she’s like a sister to her. Stephanie feels the same and says she would love to stand up for her at her wedding as they hug.

Philip informs Xander that he and Stephanie just didn’t see eye to eye, so she’s not a factor anymore. Xander questions him now being all in on going after DiMera. Philip admits he may have been a bit hasty and standing in his way just because he could. Philip says they would have to think through a hostile takeover and consider the timing. Xander assures the timing is now, pointing out that EJ and Chad are out while Kristen is distracted. Philip notes that’s because Kristen’s daughter is missing and feels that’s a bit ruthless. Xander asks if Philip went soft. Philip says he hasn’t but he does have lines he won’t cross. Xander feels this is not one of those lines. Philip questions Xander suggesting they profit off a missing child who also happens to be Brady’s child. Xander argues that Brady or Kristen could have Rachel stashed somewhere in their never ending custody battle. Xander is confident that Rachel will turn up safe and sound. Xander feels they need to strike while Kristen is distracted. Philip brings up that Kristen did try to blackmail Xander with the serum for Sarah’s paralysis. Xander complains that Kristen wanted to barter for Sarah’s future, just like she did with Kate’s life and the orchid. Philip admits Kristen is a cold hearted snake. Xander says that when Kristen wanted Titan, she just saw them as her biggest competitor and she wanted to be unstoppable. Xander points out that Kristen had absolutely no problem or sympathy when he was at his worst and didn’t hesitate to try to take everything. Xander asks why they should hesitate now that the shoe is on the other foot.

Alex comes over to Jada and Stephanie. Stephanie asks how Bonnie is. Alex says she has broken bones and a broken jaw, so it’s pretty bad but she will be okay eventually. Stephanie and Jada say they are sorry. Jada says that Paulina wanted her to look in to what happened. Alex offers to take Jada to Bonnie’s room but Jada says she will find it and walks off, leaving Alex with Stephanie.

Arnold asks EJ what happens after he exposes Jada with the dirt that EJ digs up. EJ responds that Paulina will have no choice but to toss Jada out on her ass. Arnold questions who Paulina would get to replace Jada. EJ tells him that it would be Arnold, posing as Rafe. Arnold still doesn’t get what EJ is getting out of this outside of seeing Jada lose her job. EJ assures that he’ll get far more because Arnold will convince Paulina that Jada was fired because EJ was on to her corruption and then Paulina will have no choice but to hire him back.

Jada joins Justin in Bonnie’s hospital room. Jada tells Bonnie that she’s so sorry about what happened but she’s thankful she survived such a terrible accident. Justin responds that he’s not so sure that Bonnie’s fall was an accident.

Sarah informs Kayla that her physical therapist lifted all restrictions and she has full range of motion and that she was given the all clear to perform surgery as well. Kayla responds that she reviewed her records, so she would love for Sarah to come back to work at the hospital full time, effective immediately. Sarah says she’s so relieved. Kayla never doubted that Sarah would be back. Kayla calls her a wonderful doctor and friend, noting that she’s so glad she was there for Stephanie the other night. Kayla hates that Stephanie is hurting but feels like maybe she dodged a bullet with Philip. Kayla points out that when they were involved before, Philip almost got Stephanie killed and not to mention what happened with Brady when Philip was mentally ill. Kayla admits she always had this feeling that Philip is somehow broken and can’t be fixed. Kayla doesn’t know if he was born that way or if it’s something Victor put him through. Kayla feels it’s just a matter of time before Philip would do something to really hurt Stephanie or someone else.

Stephanie tells Alex that it’s so weird about Bonnie’s text. Alex is glad that Jada is looking in to it. Stephanie informs him that Jada just asked her to be her maid of honor and she was so touched. Alex brings up Philip but Stephanie reveals that Philip won’t be accompanying her to the wedding because she broke up with him.

Philip tells Xander that he’s right that Kristen clearly has no qualms about hitting them when they are down as she’s done it before and will do it again while Stefano is the definition of ruthless. Xander points out that Victor was too. Xander asks if they are really doing this and if the Kiriakis Brothers are going after the DiMeras. Philip declares it is game on and that Kristen and the rest of those losers won’t know what hit them.

Arnold asks EJ how Jada and Rafe’s wedding fits in to his big plan since Jada won’t want to get married after he ruins her career. Arnold suggests calling off the wedding but EJ says absolutely not. EJ tells Arnold that if all goes according to plan, the union of Jada and Rafe will definitely be an affair to remember.

Justin talks with Jada about the text Bonnie got and the possibility of it being a mistake or if it was more nefarious and someone wanted Bonnie to fall down the elevator shaft. Justin says he’s not saying that’s what happened but they can’t rule it out. Jada questions who would do it and who would want to hurt Bonnie. Justin doesn’t know but suggests it could have been the same person who poisoned the cupcakes and whoever is behind it may have tried o kill Bonnie.

Someone wearing all black walks in to the park with a photo of Bonnie. They then take a red marker and draw an X over her photo.

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Alex meets Joy outside of the Brady Pub and asks if she’s ready. Joy thanks Alex for the offer to drive her to work but informs him that she’s nervous because she got a text from Abe that he wants to have a word. Joy admits that she’s afraid Abe is going to fire her for hooking up with Johnny.

Bonnie finds Johnny at the hospital as he’s preparing to shoot scenes for Body and Soul. Bonnie asks if she can cut the line where she calls Joy’s character a mendacious little bitch. Johnny starts to explain but tells her to go ahead because he doesn’t really care about losing a line since he just lost the love of his life.

Chanel goes home to Paulina’s and tells her how she spent most of her day at the Bakery, revamping the menu as the Bakery is her main priority now that she quit Body and Soul. Paulina asks if she can talk her in to not quitting.

At the hospital, Abe calls Kate who is at the Body and Soul studio. Abe says he’s been trying to reach her as apparently Leo has identified this Lady Whistleblower. Kate hopes it wasn’t Hattie which Abe confirms and states that it’s Rafe and Gabi’s cousin, Javi.

Javi and Kerry lay in bed together. Kerry says it was worth the wait until Leo bursts in and announces he’s there to expose Lady Whistleblower once and for all. Javi questions what the hell he’s doing while Kerry accuses Leo of trespassing and threatens to call the police. Javi adds that he thought they made peace and questions why he still thinks he’s Lady Whistleblower. Leo clarifies that he doesn’t but he thinks Kerry is.

Kate thanks Abe for the intel and says to let her know if he hears anything more as they hang up. Hattie then enters the studio with a large hat and sunglasses, telling Kate that she thought she might want to keep her return to Body and Soul a secret. Kate says first they need to get a few things straight, warning that she and Abe are not going to put up with her diva antics, so she needs to be on her best behavior and not locking horns with Bonnie.

Bonnie tells Johnny that she takes it Chanel didn’t take too well to him hooking up with Joy. Bonnie comments on hearing it from Seth Burns. Johnny blames Seth for telling him that Alex was hooking up with who he thought was Chanel and says his marriage wouldn’t be in shambles right now. Johnny admits he only has himself to blame as he let his jealousy get the better of him. Bonnie relates, then adds that she hoped that Johnny and Joy used protection. Johnny clarifies that it didn’t actually go that far, so Bonnie questions why Chanel is so upset then. Johnny states that he betrayed her trust, lied to her, and then told another lie to cover up that lie. Bonnie hopes there are no cat fights between Joy and Chanel. Johnny assures that won’t be, because Chanel quit.

Chanel tells Paulina that she hates to leave Abe in a lurch but she cannot work with Johnny and Joy, arguing that seeing them every day would not be good for her. Paulina insists that she understands, but she had to give it a shot for Abe. Paulina guesses that Abe will have to go back to plan A which Chanel questions.

Alex and Joy arrive at the hospital. Joy worries about seeing Abe. Alex doesn’t think Abe is going to fire her. Joy asks why he wouldn’t since she destroyed Chanel’s marriage and he will want justice for her. Abe comes over and tells Joy that he has something important to discuss with her and with Alex, about them hooking up.

Kerry tells Leo to get out. Leo says Kerry is not going to lecture him before he exposes him as Lady Whistleblower. Kerry claims to have no idea what Leo is talking about and calls him insane. Javi questions Leo really thinking that Kerry is Lady Whistleblower. Leo responds that he knows he is.

Hattie tells Kate that she has nothing to worry about because she and Bonnie have made up. Kate brings up the last time they worked together and how things got competitive. Kate says there will be no whining about who has more lines or better wardrobe. Kate presents Hattie with a 13 week contract where she will be working for scale. Hattie notes that it’s nothing like her last contract. Kate tells her that time marches on and she can think of this as a probation period. Hattie complains that it doesn’t seem fair while Kate argues that fair is exactly what it is as she gets the same deal as Bonnie, so she can take it or leave it.

Bonnie can’t believe that Chanel quit since she and Alex’s characters were the most popular couple on the show. Johnny is sure Leo can write up a new love interest. Bonnie questions how Chanel’s character Faith will be written out of the show.

Chanel is shocked to learn that they will be killing her character. Paulina asks what else she expects them to do. Chanel says she feels bad for her character Faith, like she’s letting her down. Paulina suggests there’s a way to do right by her and asks if she’d be willing to at least go back to shoot her exit scenes, feeling it may give her closure. Paulina points out that Abe and Kate are allowing her to break her contract, so it might be a nice way to thank them. Chanel supposes she’s right and agrees to do it.

Joy asks if Abe has a problem with her and Alex hooking up. Abe responds that he actually thinks it might be hot and the fans might agree as he reveals that their characters are going to become a couple. Joy is surprised to learn that she’s not getting fired. Abe admits he’s not happy about how her and Johnny hurt Chanel, but says they have to move past that. Abe adds that since Chanel did quit, the show must go on. Alex and Joy agree and say they are on board. Alex suggests maybe their chemistry in real life will show up on screen. Abe then questions if they are hooking up for real.

Kerry tells Leo that this is crazy, calling Leo a lunatic for accusing Javi first and now him. Kerry argues that Leo is only doing this because he’s jealous of their relationship. Leo says that’s a different issue and reveals that he recently found out that Lady Whistleblower is getting paid to a bank in Rochester and how he started to connect the dots after seeing the sweatshirt. Kerry questions Leo basing this on a sweatshirt. Leo brings up that Marlena told him that he needed solid proof which is why he suggested they all have lunch. Leo reminds them that at that lunch, he told them about pitching his producers the devil possession story. Kerry claims not to remember. Leo then reveals that was a lie and he made that story on the spot right then, so no one else had heard the pitch, but somehow it made it’s way in to Lady Whistleblower’s column. Leo declares that he set a trap and Kerry walked right in to it.

Alex tells Abe that he’s sorry as he thought he knew about he and Joy. Joy says they know Abe and Kate said Alex and Stephanie couldn’t see each other anymore. Abe calls that a different situation because of the power imbalance while Alex and Joy are on an even playing field, so he doesn’t see that as a problem. Abe asks to be clear what the status is on their relationship.

Hattie finds Bonnie at the hospital and announces that she’s officially signed to return to Body and Soul. They excitedly hug as Kate joins them and says what’s important is that they get along. Kate presents them upcoming scripts to rehearse and see how it goes.

Alex and Joy don’t have an answer for Abe, so he says it sounds like they have a lot to discuss and asks them to just keep he and Kate in the loop when they figure it out. They thank Abe as he walks away. Alex and Joy agree that was awkward, but Joy still has her job so there’s nothing to worry about. They decide they should talk about where they stand. Joy says she didn’t want to pressure Alex since she knows he’s just getting out of his thing with Stephanie. Alex states that Stephanie being with Philip clearly means she’s moving on, so he thinks it’s time to move on. Joy acknowledges that she’s definitely single. Alex admits that he really likes spending time with her and Joy feels the same way. Alex suggests the answer they give Abe is that it’s complicated. Chanel says he can say that again as Chanel arrives at the hospital.

Javi asks Kerry if he’s really Lady Whistleblower. Kerry denies it. Leo argues that he was the only other person at the lunch table. Kerry suggests someone could have been eavesdropping in the town square. Leo decides maybe that’s not definitive proof, but claims he has a voicemail from Rafe telling him that he got surveillance footage of Kerry breaking in to Leo’s hotel room to access his laptop. Kerry calls that impossible because he deleted the footage, then stops himself after realizing he admitted it. Leo reveals he didn’t actually get the footage and declares that Kerry just got played.

Abe goes home where Paulina tells him that she’s so sorry she couldn’t get Chanel to change her mind about quitting. Abe says it’s okay as he doesn’t want her to be unhappy. Paulina is glad she convinced Chanel to film her last scenes, but she can only imagine the tension on set right now.

Joy greets Chanel and asks what she’s doing here since she quit. Chanel responds that she’s only here to film Faith’s final scenes. Johnny notes that he’s really glad she came in. Chanel assures that she’s only doing it for Abe and she’s grateful he’s letting her out of her contract. Chanel then asks how her character dies since she knows she’s being killed off. Johnny informs Chanel that Leo didn’t have much time, so she’s going out the same way Charlemagne did by falling down the elevator shaft.

Kate starts to go over plans with Hattie and Bonnie and how they have to film a flashback scene to explain Hattie’s character Charlemagne returning from the dead. Kate has them begin rehearsing with Hattie under a sheet in the hospital while Bonnie talks to her. Hattie ends up going off script so Kate questions what she is doing.

Leo tells Kerry that he knew he had to have broken in to his room since that’s the only place he keeps his laptop and asks how many times he broke in. Kerry admits it was just once and reveals that he put spyware on his computer, so everything Leo did on it, he could see. Javi can’t believe Kerry has been the one badmouthing Leo and asks why the hell he would do that. Kerry argues that Leo deserves it for making a fool out of him. Kerry says he was a big fan of Leo’s column and he used that to lure him up to his room, then left him hanging. Leo argues that he told him he was emotionally unavailable and that Kerry said he understood. Kerry complains that Leo totally humiliated him. Leo calls that no excuse to break in to his room and steal his property. Kerry calls Leo a hack and says he used to be a big fan of Body and Soul until Leo ruined it with his lousy writing, so he was just telling it how it is. Javi declares that’s enough and orders Kerry to get dressed and get the hell out. Kerry asks if Javi is really breaking him up because he said a couple mean things about Leo’s stupid show. Javi argues that Kerry broke in to his room, stole from him, and put spyware on his computer. Leo adds that Kerry’s likely the one who sent poisoned cupcakes to the cast which he denies. Javi argues that Kerry still betrayed him because he knew he and Leo weren’t together because Leo thought he was Lady Whistleblower. Javi declares that he doesn’t trust Kerry and he wishes he never laid eyes on him. Javi demands Kerry get the hell out of his room. Kerry calls it Javi’s loss as he then storms out.

Abe tells Paulina how based on the sweatshirt, Leo concluded that Lady Whistleblower was Javi all along. Paulina feels that theory sounds a little flimsy. Abe then gets a call from Leo, who says he won’t believe this as he has the most astonishing news ever. Leo reveals to Abe that Lady Whistleblower is not Javi after all, but Kerry.

Chanel can’t believe she’s going down the elevator shaft like Charlemagne and thinks fans will feel they’ve seen that before. Johnny explains that Leo feels fans will see it as an homage. Johnny asks Chanel if they can talk after this is all over but Chanel says she has nothing to say to him and that being in the same room as he and Joy is making her ill, so she just wants to get this over with.

Hattie tells Kate that she thought she was supposed to come back from the dead. Kate explains that she is supposed to wait until Bonnie leaves and she gets injected with a serum, then she returns by crashing Bonnie’s character’s wedding. Hattie complains that Bonnie gets all the dialogue. Kate reminds Hattie of her contract, saying she will perform as scripted and if she violates the terms of the contract, she is off the show. Hattie then agrees to do it her way and goes back under the sheet.

Johnny begins filming scenes with Alex and Joy where their characters find out they are having a baby. Chanel’s character interrupts to ask how they know the baby is theirs. Chanel ends up slapping Joy which upsets Joy and Johnny calls to cut. Chanel apologizes, saying she got too in to character while Joy says she wants to keep going because she feels seeing Chanel go down the elevator shaft will be quite satisfying.

Johnny and Joy walk past the Brady Pub. Johnny asks if Joy is okay after Chanel’s slap. Joy responds that she’s glad Chanel slapped her, so she can stop feeling guilty for what she did to her. Joy declares that as far as she’s concerned, she and Chanel are even now.

Chanel goes home and tells Abe and Paulina that she completed filming the elevator shaft scene. Paulina asks if she’s okay. Chanel responds that she’s just glad it’s over as she’s so ready to put it behind her. Paulina asks if there’s anything she can do for her and goes to make her hot cocoa. Abe thanks Chanel for helping them. Chanel goes to join Paulina in the kitchen while Abe calls Kate and says he has some news that just might pique her interest, regarding Lady Whistleblower.

Leo tells Javi that he’s getting a new computer with security and changing all his passwords. Javi says he had no idea what Kerry was really like, so he’s so sorry. Leo says he has nothing to apologize for, except for sleeping with Kerry. Javi reveals that he and Kerry never slept together as they were taking it slow. Javi then adds that Kerry was starting to wonder if he still had feelings for Leo. Javi says he told Kerry that he was off base but admits he wasn’t as he then kisses Leo. Leo stops and asks if they should be taking things slow. Javi thinks that ship has sailed so they continue.

Kate informs Hattie that Abe told her that Leo has found out the real Lady Whistleblower was Kerry. Kate says there should be no more spoilers and since Kerry was breaking the law, she hopes Chad will fire him. Hattie adds that maybe Kerry will even confess to poisoning the cupcakes. Kate notes that he denied it, but maybe that means he did do it. Hattie declares that all her problems are solved now so she will lift the curse from Body and Soul. Kate says she never really believed in the curse, but they did have a spell of bad luck. Kate hopes they will turn the corner and have smooth sailing ahead.

Bonnie calls Justin and tells him about her and Hattie getting along. Bonnie mentions having to get to wardrobe because she got a text for a last minute fitting. Bonnie tells Justin that she will see him soon and hangs up. Bonnie then goes to the elevator that was used for filming earlier. Alex rushes up but is too late to stop her as Bonnie then falls down the elevator shaft.

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Brady thanks Kristen for calling and says he’ll be in touch. Brady hangs up and informs Ava that apparently Rachel is okay with starting therapy. Brady admits he thought Rachel would throw a tantrum and Kristen would cave, but calls this a relief for him. Brady tells Ava that he’s sorry for what Rachel put her through. Ava says it’s okay as she survived. Ava and Brady then begin kissing.

Tate joins Sophia at the hospital. Tate asks if everything is okay since the doctor moved up her appointment. Sophia reveals that she lied and the doctor actually didn’t change it.

Holly asks Doug III not to go yet since he came for the money and she wants him to have it today so he can pay off his debts and never have to deal with those criminals again.

In the town square, Leo then comments to Javi that he likes his Rochester sweatshirt and asks where he got it. Javi informs him that Kerry gave it to him as Kerry then reveals that is where he’s from. Leo thinks back to talking to Marlena about his belief that Javi was Lady Whistleblower because of the Rochester sweatshirt. Leo calls it unbelievable which Kerry questions.

Brady tells Ava their kiss was definitely worth the wait and invites her to hang around awhile. Brady says that Ava has been listening to him go on about his daughter and his son, so he wants to do whatever she wants. Ava says she doesn’t mind as she cares about Sophia and Tate too. Brady tells Ava that he’d really love to find out what else they share in common.

Tate questions Sophia about her appointment getting moved. Sophia explains that she asked the doctor to move it because her mom wanted to come to it, so she called the office to get in earlier. Sophia admits she felt bad about springing it on Tate so she didn’t tell him the whole truth in her text and she felt really bad. Tate asks if her mom won’t find out and flip out on her. Sophia hopes she’ll have more energy to deal with her when it’s over. Tate encourages her that Kayla is great, so she’s in good hands.

Holly hands Doug III the envelope of money. He says he doesn’t know how to thank her. Holly tells him to get out of whatever situation he’s in and not to let it happen again. He says he doesn’t plan on it and asks what she told Maggie. Holly says she told her it was for her senior trip. Holly adds that she doesn’t want to go on the trip to be around Tate and Sophia. Doug III points out that she only gets one senior trip, so maybe she’ll change her mind before then but Holly assures that she won’t.

Leo claims to Kerry that he was just talking about Rochester with the woman who does wardrobe for Body and Soul as she was there during the eclipse. Marlena mentions that she and Leo were just on their way to lunch. Leo suggests they all have lunch together. Kerry argues that he and Javi were looking forward to having lunch just the two of them. Leo tells Kerry that he knows he’s not thrilled that he and Javi decided to be friends again, but feels they are going to have to find a way to get along. Javi feels Leo makes a good point so Leo declares it’s a double date where they can bond and get to know each other better.

Ava jokes with Brady that they are both not big fans of The Nutcracker. Brady reveals to her that it was Rachel that stole the Nutcracker tickets out of his jacket and resold them. Ava guesses they are holding her responsible for the internet going out that night too. Ava suggests they can finish off their movie date.

Kayla joins Tate and Sophia at the hospital. Kayla introduces herself to Sophia, who admits she’s nervous. Kayla assures they will take good care of her. Kayla sends Sophia to the exam room to meet the nurse and says she’ll be there in a bit. Tate tells Kayla that he guesses she heard about he and Sophia. Kayla sits him down and confirms that Maggie did fill her in. Kayla asks if Theresa knows that she’s going to be a Grandmother. Tate says not yet. Kayla asks how Holly is dealing with it. Tate admits she’s really upset, especially since Sophia is going through with the pregnancy. Tate explains that they planned to end the pregnancy but Sophia’s mom found out and refused to let them leave. Tate adds that they have discussed adoption and are open to the idea but Sophia doesn’t know if her parents will be. Tate goes over how Holly and Sophia hate each other, so he doesn’t know how much longer Holly will put up with this. Tate then tells Kayla that he brought Holly flowers earlier but they got interrupted by Doug III, who has apparently been a great comfort to Holly.

Doug III tells Holly that this is so nice of her and promises to pay her back before her senior trip so she can still go. Holly says she only cares about him not getting beat up again and suggests he text those guys to tell them he has the money. Doug III agrees to do so and they respond to meet in the park in 20 minutes. Holly points out that he can’t go by himself. Doug III feels he has to. Holly asks what if they double cross him and decides she’s going with him but Doug III says no.

Leo says he’s going to the men’s room and tells them to start without him. Leo then texts Marlena to meet him at the entrance to the Salem Inn. Marlena says she has to go call her assistant and steps aside to meet Leo. Kerry asks Javi if they really have to do this. Javi says it’s just one lunch and argues that they can’t leave because Leo would be really hurt. Kerry complains that Leo is an idiot and just trying to suck up to him while Javi tells him that he’s just being friendly. Leo tells Marlena that Kerry is Lady Whistleblower since he’s from Rochester. Marlena reminds him that the sweatshirt is not proof. Leo says that’s why he invited him to lunch because he knows he needs proof and how to get it. Marlena and Leo go back to the table. Marlena claims she just had to talk with a patient while Leo claims Abe and Kate called about his next story on Body and Soul. Leo says they loved it. Javi knows how worried he was about Lady Whistleblower ruining his plans. Leo asks if they want to hear it. Marlena thought it was confidential. Leo talks about knowing it won’t go beyond this table and tells Javi that it will be his way of showing he trusts him after falsely accusing him. Leo then tells them that he’s going to have one of his characters get possessed by the Devil.

Tate tells Kayla that he knows he sounds jealous and has no right to be, but Holly and Doug III met at the Horton Christmas and hung out there while he was supposed to be taking Sophia out of state and Doug III was apparently Holly’s shoulder to cry on when she found out. Tate knows it’s selfish of him to be worried about where he stands with Holly while being there for Sophia. Tate complains that he messed up so badly. Kayla encourages him not to be so hard on himself when he is taking responsibility and standing by Sophia which is all he can do right now. Kayla says she will do the initial scan on Sophia and then will call him in to join. Kayla brings up that Tate and Holly have been through hard times, so they will find their way through this as she walks away.

Holly tells Doug III that he can’t tell her no. He says he won’t let her get hurt. Holly argues that she won’t get hurt. Doug III says she saw what they are capable of. Holly says they don’t care about her and he’s the one that got beat up, so she just doesn’t want that to happen again. He insists that they will just take the money and run while Holly asks how he doesn’t know they won’t demand more. Doug III feels it won’t make a difference if she’s with him or not. Holly insists that she won’t let them hurt again while Doug III worries that they will want to hurt her to shut her up. Doug III says he won’t go then, so Holly worries that will just put him in more danger. Doug III tells her to stay home then so she reluctantly agrees and tells him to be careful as he then exits.

Brady and Ava finish watching their movie and start to kiss until they are interrupted by Kristen showing up at the door, asking where Rachel is. Brady asks what she’s talking about. Kristen tells him to cut the crap and calls for Rachel. Brady tells her that she’s not there as he thought she was with her. Kristen responds that she’s not and she has no idea where she is. Kristen questions where Rachel is. Brady asks what’s going on and why she thought she was here. Kristen explains that Rachel was gone from her room and she took away her phone so she can’t track her. Brady suggests the DiMera Mansion being huge so she could still be there but Kristen tells him that her backpack is gone with some of her clothes. Ava tries to suggest calling her friends but Kristen tells her to stay out of it. Brady argues that she’s just trying to help and that it’s a good idea. Kristen shouts that she doesn’t want to stand here and speculate as they need to find her.

Leo talks about thinking the ratings will go through the roof and tells Javi and Kerry that Marlena was possessed by the Devil twice. Leo adds that it would be perfect for the character of Charlemagne since she looks like Marlena or it could happen to one of her children. Javi calls it creative while Kerry says it works for him. Leo reminds them that this goes no further than their table.

Doug III goes to the park and Holly joins him. He argues that she agreed not to come with him. Holly argues that she didn’t go with him, she followed him. He tries to tell her to go or at least hide in the bushes because he doesn’t want her in the middle of this. Holly tries to go but one of the men arrives and stops her, saying she’s not going anywhere.

Tate joins Kayla and Sophia in the exam room. Kayla says they are starting the ultrasound and shows them the baby. Kayla says the heartbeat is strong and regular, so everything looks perfect so far.

Javi asks more about the Devil possession but Marlena suggests changing the subject. Kerry decides he and Jav are going to get going because they were looking for quality time together but suggests they do this again sometime. After Javi and Kerry leave, Marlena asks Leo if he had to pick devil possession. Leo says it was all he could think of in the moment but assures he didn’t actually pitch it and only the four of them know about it, so if it ends up in Lady Whistleblower’s column then they will know it is Kerry, so they will see if he takes the bait.

Kristen and Brady try making calls about Rachel but have no success. Kristen says the servants have scoured the DiMera Mansion and she’s nowhere to be seen. Brady decides it’s time to call the police.

Kayla tells Sophia that she will print her an ultrasound picture and the nurse will be in. Tate and Sophia thank Kayla as she exits. Sophia tells Tate that was crazy and apologizes for interrupting he and Holly earlier if he wants to go back to her. Tate tells Sophia that he’s here now and Holly has company anyways.

Doug III tells the man to stay away from Holly. Holly gives him the money and says it’s all there, then remarks that beating up someone who owes him money is pathetic. He comments that Doug III’s girlfriend has quite the mouth on her. Doug III clarifies that she’s not his girlfriend and says they are all squared up now, so he doesn’t want to hear from him again as he walks away. Doug III tells Holly that this is why he didn’t want her to come and questions what she was thinking by mouthing off to him like that. Holly argues that he didn’t do anything. Doug III says he could have while Holly encourages that it’s over so there’s nothing else to worry about. He hopes that she’s right.

Javi goes home with Kerry and talks about how he knows Kerry didn’t enjoy the lunch but points out that Marlena is alright. Kerry notes that it’s Leo who annoys him. Javi appreciates Kerry making the effort and they start kissing until Javi stops. Kerry complains about how slow they are taking it and says he’s starting to think Javi isn’t attracted to him. Javi assures that he is and there is no problem. Javi suggests they take this to the bedroom. Kerry says he just has to call work and tell them he’s taking the rest of the day off. Javi then heads to the bedroom to wait for him. Kerry then pulls out his laptop.

Leo and Marlena remain in the town square, waiting for the next Lady Whistleblower column. Leo then gets the alert that a new column is posted, saying they have piping hot Body and Soul news, claiming they hacked in to Leo’s e-mail to find out about the devil possession storyline which happened in real life to Marlena. Leo concludes that he got Kerry.

Javi removes his shirt in his bedroom and briefly flashes back to being with Leo. Javi tells himself to forget about Leo as they are just friends and he’s with Kerry now. Kerry comes in and tells Javi that he cleared his schedule, so they start kissing.

Brady finishes his call to the police and tells Kristen that they are opening a missing persons case and they want them to go back to the DiMera Mansion to go over the details and the security footage. Kristen complains that it’s wasting time instead of looking for Rachel. Ava asks what she can do to help. Kristen yells at Ava to stay out of it and blames Ava for Rachel being unhappy. Kristen complains that Ava is pushing her way in until Marlena comes home and questions what is going on in here. Brady informs her that Rachel is missing.

Tate and Sophia sit together in the town square. Sophia looks at the ultrasound picture and says it’s all worth it. Sophia calls the baby the biggest problem in her life, but admits if Kayla said something was wrong with the baby, she would’ve been devastated. Tate admits he would have been too. Holly joins them and asks how the appointment was. Tate says it was fine. Holly asks to see the sonogram picture so Sophia shows her. Holly acknowledges it as Tate’s baby.

Doug III calls Leo and leaves a message to let him know that he paid off all his debts after a friend gave him a loan and he’s determined to get a job to pay it back completely. He declares that he needs to do right by the people in Salem who have been so good to him. Doug III asks Leo to call him back because he needs his help again as he wants to do whatever it takes to get the necklace back to Julie.

Javi and Kerry lay in bed together. Kerry says it was worth the wait until Leo bursts in and announces he’s there to expose Lady Whistleblower once and for all.

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