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Update written by Joseph

Eric and Sloan kiss in bed until baby Jude wakes up crying.

At the Spectator, Chad asks Everett how it’s going. Everett calls it a run of the mill day and jokes that he’s saving the world. Chad is sure he’s doing it impressively and asks how the story is coming along. Everett says it should be in his inbox soon and he’s thinking it will become a series. Chad agrees that it’s not just about who is dealing the drugs but who it affects. Everett says that could include people they know who need a voice.

Theresa sits at the Titan office, encouraging herself that she can do this and doesn’t need help from anybody. Alex arrives, so Theresa tells him that she’s trying to figure out the layout issue, feeling there’s too much visual clutter. Brady arrives and says he’s sorry to interrupt but Theresa says thank God he’s there as she really needs his help badly.

Harris checks on Lucas in his room above the Pub. Lucas asks about the investigation. Harris says he’s on his way to the hospital to check on a perp. Harris knows it isn’t going as fast as he hoped, but assures Lucas that he is safe here. Lucas says he’d like to believe him but he knows that Clyde’s mission in life right now is to find and kill him.

Sloan tells Eric to let Jude cry and self soothe but Eric worries that it sounds like he needs something, so he gets out of bed to check on him, disappointing Sloan.

Brady asks Theresa what’s wrong. Theresa complains about the layout and thinking she screwed up some ads, so she asks Brady to take a look. Brady sees the issue and suggests making it a little less overwhelming. Brady says he can help with it, so Theresa calls him a lifesaver, annoying Alex. Brady sends Theresa to get the original proof sheet from his office. Alex mocks Brady coming to the rescue. Brady brings up that Alex urged him to make sure she feels better with her job here. Theresa comes back and tells Brady they will get to work. Brady shows her a couple things to fix it. Alex gets annoyed and walks out.

Harris knows this isn’t ideal but says Lucas is out of prison and did his part, so now he has to trust him to do his part. Harris says he’ll see him later and exits. Lucas pulls out his phone and calls Chad, who questions if he’s supposed to be in prison. Lucas reveals that he’s in Salem. Chad asks if he was released or if he escaped. Lucas says he’ll explain later, but right now he needs him to come to Harris’ room above the Pub as they need to talk and hangs up. Chad says what the hell as Everett asks who that was. Chad says he’ll know soon enough but they have to go as they have a meeting with a very important person.

Eric feeds Jude and gets him back to sleep. Sloan tells Eric to come back to bed now but Eric wants to wait to make sure he doesn’t wake up screaming again. Sloan says if he wakes up then Eric can go over there and hover. Eric agrees to stop hovering and goes back to kissing Sloan in bed until they are interrupted by a knock at the door. Eric says he’ll get it but Sloan argues that they will go away if he doesn’t. Eric worries that they will wake up the baby. It’s Leo, so Sloan says not to let him in but Eric says he won’t go away. Eric answers the door and says it’s not a good time. Leo walks in and says he was doing research for his column and it dawned on him that they haven’t reviewed his photos. Leo praises Eric’s extraordinary talent. Eric questions Leo wanting to review his photos now. Leo says unless this isn’t a good time.

Theresa comments that Brady makes this look so easy. Brady says it’s because he’s made all those mistakes too so he knows how to fix them. Brady encourages Theresa not to let it get to her and she’ll be fine. Theresa agrees to try not to and thanks Brady so much for his help. Brady has no doubt the magazine will be successful in the future and that Theresa will be a big part of that success.

Marlena runs in to Harris at the hospital and asks how everything is. Harris admits he’s not great, as he was just visiting an injured perp who got hurt during a raid but he wouldn’t give up his boss still. Harris says dealing with the drug ring is like always hitting another wall. Marlena asks if he wants to talk about it as she has some time. Harris decides it would be really good to talk to her again.

Chad and Everett go to see Lucas. Lucas complains that he didn’t mean for Chad to bring backup. Chad assures that he trusts Everett and introduces him to Lucas. Lucas tells them to have a seat because he has a hell of a story to tell them.

Alex runs in to Maggie in the town square and asks how she is. Maggie says she’s well and she’s glad she ran in to him as she asks if he has a moment to talk about Theresa. Maggie says she’s worried about Theresa as she ran in to her at the meeting and she seemed guarded with her. Maggie asks if Theresa is alright. Alex says all things considered, definitely and he’s just trying his best to be there for her and understand what she’s going through. Maggie doesn’t think he can which he questions. Maggie explains that being in a relationship with an addict takes a great deal of patience, empathy, and maturity. Alex asks if she doesn’t think he has those qualities. Maggie says that’s just her experience with him and she knows people can change, but right now with everything Theresa is going through, she doesn’t think Alex is equipped to handle it. Alex assumes that Maggie thinks he should break up with Theresa then. Maggie confirms that’s exactly what she thinks.

Eric says since Leo showed up without calling, they can get it over with quick and he’ll get his computer. Leo says it can wait as he looks over baby Jude. Leo remarks that Jude looks surprisingly like Eric. Sloan tells Leo that Jude is asleep. Leo says that’s fine and he’ll wait until he wakes up. Leo asks for a drink. There’s another knock at the door which Sloan complains about. Sloan answers the door to see Melinda, who questions her not seeing her texts. Sloan says she’s been a bit busy as Melinda comes in and greets Eric and Leo. Leo asks if Melinda came to see the baby she acquired for the couple. Melinda says she’s just checking in about the Christening but Sloan says they haven’t set a date. Melinda says she wants to run over a few details as Jude’s Godmother. Leo calls that so special and says it makes them a couple as he declares himself to be Jude’s Godfather which Eric questions.

Alex questions Maggie thinking he should break up with Theresa because he’s a jerk. Maggie says she didn’t use that word and she just wants what is best for Theresa as her sponsor and she thinks she would be better off on her own right now for her recovery. Alex disagrees and argues that he’s been patient and understanding with her. Maggie says maybe he has been, but that’s until he leaves her for another hot young woman. Alex insists that he’s not that person anymore. Maggie questions if he’s committed to Theresa for the long haul. Alex states that he’s done being a player, he’s in therapy and working hard on himself to become a better person. Alex understands she might be skeptical but at the end of the day, he is sincere about this and his feelings for Theresa. Alex says watching her hurt to the point that she had to get high to deal with the pain broke his heart and he never wants to add to that pain. Maggie decides she believes him and if he’s truly in it for the long haul, she recommends he check out an addicts support group as he needs to help himself to he can help her.

Theresa thanks Brady again for saving her. Brady says she doesn’t need to thank him. Theresa feels he went above and beyond, like he did when she had her slip. Theresa tells Brady how much that meant to her. Brady mentions getting a letter from Tate this morning. Theresa says she got one too and that he was so sweet in reassuring that he’s okay. Theresa says that Tate is strong and brave like Brady. Brady says he sees a lot of her in Tate as well in his humor and sense of adventure. Theresa states that Tate is a good kid. Brady agrees and declares they must have done something right.

Chad questions Lucas being a confidential informant who has been feeding information to Harris Michaels about the drug ring. Lucas adds that for his trouble, he got a beatdown. Everett asks how Lucas got here. Lucas explains that Harris pulled some strings as he knew he wouldn’t last much longer in prison, so he brought him here to keep his eye on him. Everett asks if they know who is coming for him. Lucas tells them that it’s the ringleader, Clyde Weston. Chad says he should’ve known.

Harris meets with Marlena and talks about thinking of all the kids effected by the drug ring, especially Holly Jonas. Marlena talks about Holly being in Italy with Nicole, getting treatment and seems to be improving. Harris says he’s praying for her. Marlena asks how he’s doing personally. Harris says he’s alright and just trying to sort some stuff out which Marlena questions. Harris talks about he and Ava getting close. Marlena asks how that’s going. Harris tells her that’s over as she’s with Stefan DiMera now or at least claims to be. Marlena asks what that means. Harris declares there is nothing between them and it’s just a lie. Marlena questions Harris thinking that Ava and Stefan are pretending to be in a relationship. Harris says it doesn’t matter as Ava moved on and he just has to accept it. Marlena imagines he still has feelings for her. Harris admits that he does as he felt a connection he didn’t expect and thinks she felt it too, but repeats that it’s over so he has to stay focused on ending the drug epidemic in Salem. Harris guesses it’s back to work for him and thanks Marlena for listening. Marlena says she’s always there for him as Harris exits her office.

Eric asks if Sloan told Leo that he’s Jude’s Godfather. Sloan says of course not and that Leo was just joking and trying to be funny, but she didn’t find it funny. Leo jokes that she doesn’t have a sense of humor but makes up with it with her own charm and charisma. Leo then admits he has yet to be anointed Godfather of Jude and talks about how hard it must have been for the birth mother to give him up. Leo questions the holdup on the Christening. Eric mentions that he kind of wanted to wait until Nicole got back. Melinda questions wanting the woman who kidnapped his son to be there for his Christening. Eric says they’ve gotten past that. Eric then mentions to Sloan that he got a text this morning from Nicole with an update on Holly. Sloan asks if Holly is out of the coma. Eric says not yet but she’s kind of responding to stimulant, so Nicole was very excited and looking forward to Jude’s Christening, so he’d like to wait for her to be there for it. Leo calls that so kind and declares that Nicole must be there after everything she’s been through because it would do her heart some good. Leo asks if Sloan agrees.

Alex thanks Maggie for the suggestion about the support group and says he’ll definitely check that out. Maggie thinks it would be very helpful. Maggie then asks how Theresa is managing at work. Alex admits it’s been a challenge, but she’s a smart girl and determined, so he thinks she will meet that challenge and she has his support. Maggie still thinks she should step back in at Titan but Alex says his stance hasn’t changed and her services are not needed. Maggie suggests bringing it up to the board. Alex wishes her luck with that and thanks her for the advice but declares Maggie coming back to Titan is not going to happen on his watch as he then walks away.

Everett asks how Lucas communicated with Harris. Lucas explains that he had a standing call with his doctor but it didn’t work because next thing he knew, he got his brans beat out. Everett asks if the attacker said anything. Lucas says he didn’t catch anything as there were a lot of them, he was in a lot of pain, and the next thing he knew, he was in the infirmary. Harris then comes back and questions what the hell is going on here.

Theresa tells Brady that she’s counting the days until they can see their son. Brady says he’s been obsessively looking at old photos on his phone. They laugh together about old videos of Tate until Alex comes back and asks what’s funny. Theresa says they were just talking about old videos of Tate when he was little. Brady says he will get going. Theresa thanks him again as he exits. Alex asks Theresa if Brady solved all her problems. Theresa confirms that he did and then tells Alex that they need to talk.

Sloan says that waiting for Nicole to come back from Italy is okay by her as there’s no reason to rush to schedule a Christening. Eric thanks her for understanding. Eric then tells Leo that they can go check out his photos, so they head to his room. Melinda asks Sloan what the hell Leo is doing here. Sloan says he is here to torture her. Sloan remarks that she doesn’t think she’s cut out to be a mother and complains about the baby crying every time she and Eric start to have sex. Sloan talks about having to clean up and the lack of sleep. Melinda questions if Sloan didn’t know what it was going to be like or if she didn’t have friends with children or read any books on what the first year would be like. Sloan admits that she didn’t. Sloan wishes they could have a nanny. Melinda tells her to get one then but Sloan says Eric doesn’t want one as he thinks it will be better for Jude if they take care of everything. Sloan adds that they can’t even afford a nanny. Melinda gets that she’s stressed but urges her to stick to the plan and that it will get easier. Sloan says maybe in 18 years but she doesn’t know if she can make it 18 months. Melinda warns Sloan that if she doesn’t and she gives Jude back to Nicole, then she will be trading it in for prison for both of them and Leo. Melinda asks if that’s what she wants.

Maggie finishes a call with the board and says she’ll be in touch. Brady approaches and hugs her, asking how it’s going. Maggie says it’s okay and she’s trying to focus on the positives. Maggie tells Brady about getting an e-mail from Nicole, who said that the treatments for Holly have been going promising. Brady says that’s great and he’ll let Justin know to relay that to Tate. Maggie asks how Brady is doing. Brady admits he’s treading water with everything that happened with Tate and Theresa. Maggie calls it a challenging time for him and she’s hoping that maybe she can help.

Harris asks if Lucas is trying to get himself killed. Lucas responds that he’s trying to do the opposite. Harris questions going after Clyde in the press which will provoke him and put his loved ones in danger. Harris asks what the guarantee is that Chad and Everett won’t reveal his location. Chad argues that won’t happen because Lucas is family and Clyde murdered his wife, so he wants him to rot in Hell. Everett adds that people have a right to know what’s going on. Harris argues that uncovering this could undo all the work they’ve done. Chad asks if he doesn’t want them to run it. Harris wants them to just run because thanks to Lucas, they have a big drug bust going down soon. Harris offers to give them the exclusive on the drug bust if they hold the story which they agree to.

Alex tells Theresa that he has a big feeling about they need to talk. Theresa tells him it’s nothing bad and she just knows that he wasn’t that happy before when Brady saved the day for her. Alex says he was glad Brady was there since he helped her and that’s all that matters. Alex adds that he’s also been thinking about joining an addict support group meeting to have a better understanding of what she’s going through as he’s trying to be more supportive. Theresa questions him doing that for her. Alex responds that he’d do anything for her. Theresa asks how she got so lucky. Alex says he’s the lucky one and kisses her. Alex adds that maybe if he shuts the door, he can get even luckier which Theresa agrees with.

Brady questions Maggie wanting back in at Titan. Maggie says for many reasons, most importantly so she can be there in a more supportive role for Theresa and to take some of the burden off Brady. Brady calls that very kind of her and asks if she talked to Alex about it. Maggie informs him that Alex rejected the idea of her coming back. Brady calls that a big mistake as she’s a terrific business woman and Titan is better with her in it. Brady agrees to talk to the board and gauge their interest. Maggie says she just wants to make sure she’s doing what’s best for everyone to thrive as they hug.

After Chad and Everett leave, Harris asks Lucas if he’s happy now. Lucas complains while Harris asks why he would talk to journalists unless he wants Clyde to find him. Harris shouts that he’s trying to keep him alive. Lucas asks where Harris was when he got jumped and if he was trying to keep him alive then. Lucas asks how Clyde even found out. Harris admits they aren’t sure. Lucas argues that he’s sure because he knows exactly how Clyde operates and that he’s got guys embedded in the Salem police department and that’s why he did what he did today because he’s trying to end Clyde’s reign of terror and save lives, including his own.

After Leo and Melinda leave, Eric tells Sloan that he will clean up later and starts kissing her until there’s another knock at the door. Sloan hopes it’s not Leo, but it’s Marlena so Eric answers the door. Marlena hopes she’s not intruding but says she was in the neighborhood so she thought she’d catch a peek at her grandbaby. Sloan lays back on the bed in frustration.

Chad and Everett walk through the town square. Everett states that this story is going to go viral and when it does, they won’t have to worry about subscription numbers for a long time. Chad agrees and says if they are going to do it right, they have one more person to interview; Clyde Weston.

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Update written by Joseph

Chanel and Paulina have breakfast in the town square. Paulina opens up her laptop and comments on Valentine’s Day being two weeks away and they have so much to do. Paulina says she made a spreadsheet of everything they need to accomplish for Chanel’s wedding. Paulina asks where Johnny is as she thought he was coming. Chanel informs her that Johnny said he would catch up with them later because he had something to take care of.

At the Horton House, Chad calls upstairs for the kids to get ready as they have to go to school. Johnny arrives and tells Chad that he hopes he’s not interrupting. Chad says he’s just getting the kids ready for school and heads upstairs to check on them.

Brady runs in to Alex in the park and asks how Theresa is. Alex responds that she’s hanging in and adds that she was going to leave town but he convinced her to stay. Brady is glad that Alex got through to her. Alex notes that she is staying with him and remarks that she sure as hell regrets kissing Brady. Brady questions why Alex would bring that up. Alex points out that Brady didn’t really apologize for his part in it. Brady argues that she kissed him, he didn’t kiss her and she made that clear, so he didn’t feel there was a reason to apologize. Alex questions if Brady didn’t want anything to do with that kiss.

Harris and Jada return to the police station, excited about a successful drug bust. Jada sends the other cops to book the dealers that they caught. Jada asks Harris if he has a minute since Rafe told her about him kissing Ava and then she slapped him. Jada questions what he was thinking. Harris says he clearly wasn’t. Jada tells Harris that she likes him, but she’s a little worried that he can’t get Ava out of his head. Jada remarks that Harris has got it bad for a woman who is bad news.

Xander goes to the DiMera Mansion wearing a hoodie. Stefan answers the door and questions what he’s doing there, asking if the hoodie is his new business attire. Xander says he’s looking for EJ and asks where he is. Stefan suggests he probably left for the courthouse and asks if he’s tried calling him. Xander says he needs to meet with EJ in person. Stefan asks what it’s about exactly. Xander responds that it’s about a very mysterious phone call.

Brady asks if Alex is kidding as he thought they were past this. Brady assures that he has no interest in getting back with Theresa, so she’s all his. Alex asks if he’s just supposed to dismiss the fact that he saw them kissing. Brady repeats that the kiss meant nothing and he just wants Theresa to be happy and healthy because they need to be united while Tate is going through the worst thing possible. Brady advises that Alex get over his jealousy because he’s going to be around if Alex is going to be with Theresa and his son, so he better get used to that.

Chad goes back downstairs and tells Johnny that the kids were fighting over a hair brush. Johnny talks about what worked for he and Allie when they were kids. Chad asks if Johnny wanted to talk. Johnny informs Chad that he and Chanel are engaged. Chad congratulates him. Johnny reveals that they are getting married on Valentine’s Day. Chad notes that’s 2 weeks away and very fast. Johnny tells him that Chanel and Paulina are madly planning. Chad says he’ll mark it on the calendar and that the kids will be very excited. Johnny then asks Chad to be his best man but notes his reaction is not what he was expecting. Chad says it’s one thing to attend and keep his mouth shut which Johnny questions. Chad explains that being his best man is like giving his blessing to bringing an innocent woman in to the DiMera family. Johnny asks what he’s talking about since he just married EJ and Nicole a few months ago. Chad points out how that turned out, noting that they lost a child and now EJ is trying to make the whole town pay. Chad adds that with Stefan, Gabi is in prison for murdering Li and just got her leg broken. Johnny gets that is all terrible but he still fails to see the DiMera connection. Chad argues that Johnny doesn’t get that when people marry in to the family, they end up hurt and at worst, dead like Abigail.

Stefan questions Xander about the mysterious phone call and says he has no idea where EJ is. Stefan offers to help if he wants to share and if he can’t, he’ll let EJ know. Xander decides he’d rather not run around town looking for EJ, so Stefan can relay the message. Xander then informs Stefan that he got a call from a blocked number and the person asked him to kill somebody.

Jada asks Harris how he thinks this is going to end. Harris doesn’t have an answer but he hopes that he and Ava can be together, but he doesn’t know if that’s possible. Jada questions if it’s really worth fighting over and risking his career for. Harris calls it complicated. Jada says she hates to see him go through this after getting his life back on track. Jada calls him a kick ass cop and says she’d hate to see him throw it all away on Ava. The other two cops come back so Harris offers breakfast on him to celebrate their victory which they agree to.

Chanel asks if Paulina is sure she’s okay to be out and about, worrying about her wedding plans when she was just in the hospital this morning. Paulina insists that she’s fine and loving every minute of helping her. Paulina adds that Chanel’s wedding dress is on the way but she’s worried about having time for the alterations. Chanel asks if she remembered her anti-anxiety pills which Paulina confirms she did. Paulina can’t wait for Chanel’s wedding, especially after missing her last one. Paulina wishes that Eli and Lani could be at the wedding. Chanel encourages that they will be there in spirit. Paulina shows Chanel her favorite option for her veil and says they can’t have her making her own wedding cake, so she shows one they could order. Paulina then suggests a bridal bouquet made out of pastries as a nod to Chanel being a baker.

Johnny thinks Chad is just missing his wife this morning. Chad admits that he does every minute of every day. Johnny understands but still doesn’t see the DiMera connection, reminding him that Clyde said Belle was his target that night and Abigail was at the wrong place and wrong time. Chad says Abigail was at the wrong place, the DiMera mansion, and if she wasn’t there, she’d still be alive. Chad brings up what happened in Johnny’s first marriage. Johnny argues that it had nothing to do with being a DiMera and if anything, had to do with his connection to Marlena. Johnny adds that he has nothing to do with the DiMera business since he’s an aspiring filmmaker. Johnny appreciates Chad wanting to be helpful but he thinks that Chad is overreacting. Chad asks if Johnny wants to be like him and be putting flowers on his wife’s grave because she was murdered in her own bed. Chad declares that becoming a DiMera is a dangerous thing as they are a spiteful, mean, vindictive group of people. Chad adds that he wasn’t even brought up as a DiMera but still got sucked in to it while Johnny was born in to it. Chad warns that if Johnny really loves Chanel, he’ll keep her as far away as possible.

Alex sarcastically asks if Brady is going to move in with he and Theresa. Brady assures that they will have their space but he’s going to be checking in on Theresa a lot because she’s the mother of his kid and she had a big slip and could easily have another one. Alex asks if he really thinks so because she’s started meetings, she’s focused on working at Bella, and looks on the road to recovery. Brady calls it a process and she’ll never be magically cured but it’s good that she is busy. Alex agrees that it’s been a whole lot of drama. Brady says he’ll catch him later. Alex stops him and says he’s been meaning to ask him something.

Stefan asks Xander who they wanted him to kill. Xander says they didn’t say and the voice was distorted and just that they would be in touch soon. Xander says he would’ve said no as he’s not an assassin for hire. Stefan brings up Xander trying to kill Eric and Nicole which Xander says was a long time ago. Xander brings up refusing to kill Susan for Ava and declares that he’s never killed anyone in cold blood. Stefan suggests it was a wrong number but Xander reveals that they asked for him by name, so they know who he is.

Harris, Jada and the other two cops go to the Brady Pub for breakfast. Roman greets them. Harris says they just pulled an all nighter on another drug bust. Jada says they are in need of a hot meal. Roman declares that nothing would making him happier than serving his brothers and sisters in blue, so it’s on him.

Johnny tells Chad that he and Chanel already lost each other once, so there is no way in hell that he’s going to lose her again ever, so they are getting married with or without Chad’s blessing. Johnny apologizes for coming and wasting Chad’s time. Chad stops him and says when has a tough morning like today, it hits him all over again how much he misses Abigail. Chad adds that the kids don’t talk to him about how much they miss her anymore, so when they act up, he knows it’s because Abigail isn’t there to guide them and they are angry that they don’t have her. Chad admits some days he’s fine and other days, it hits him like a tidal wave that she’s gone for good and it rips his heart out all over again. Johnny sits with Chad and states that Abigail was a special person and they all miss her so much. Johnny says he’s so sorry for what has happened to him, everything he’s been through, and for the kids. Johnny admits he was kind of hoping that Chad would get to a more solid place with Stephanie. Chad says he hoped the same thing but it wasn’t the right time as his heart still belongs to Abigail. Chad adds that he still believes in true love though, so if Johnny has that with Chanel, then he should hold onto it and keep it safe because that’s a very hard thing to do as a DiMera. Johnny asks if Chad really believes their whole family is cursed. Chad advises Johnny to run with Chanel back to Italy, get married, stay there and be happy so he stays as far away from the DiMera family as he can for he and Chanel’s safety.

Stefan doesn’t understand why Xander would think EJ is behind the crazy call he got. Xander tells Stefan to think about it, reminding him that EJ recently hired a hit woman to take out Ava, so he thought he’d come see what EJ had to say about it. Stefan questions Xander thinking EJ is the only person to hire a hit person and suggests he look a little closer to home. Stefan points out that the Kiriakis family has done as many nefarious things as the DiMeras and he doesn’t appreciate him coming after his family.

Brady asks Alex what’s on his mind. Alex asks for advice since he and Theresa have been together a short time but they are living together and it’s still new, so he’s trying to figure out if there’s anything else he needs to know about Theresa. Brady says it’s been a long time since he and Theresa lived together. Alex asks Brady what it was like being married to Theresa. Brady says it was only a couple months but Alex has to understand that he doesn’t even remember marrying her since he was wasted in Las Vegas. Brady then stops and questions if Alex is thinking about marrying Theresa.

Paulina suggests to Chanel that they talk about color schemes, noting that she likes sea foam. Chanel goes along with it but Paulina knows she hates it and the pastry bouquet. Chanel says she just wants Paulina to be happy even if it means pretending to like stuff she hates. Chanel acknowledges that Paulina missed their first wedding but Paulina argues that she’s just humoring her because of her cancer. Paulina doesn’t want her treating her differently because of it and tells her to speak up if she sees something she doesn’t like. Chanel then tells Paulina that she doesn’t want the centerpieces, what’s on her wedding cake, and the veil. Paulina pretends to cough because of that and jokes that she really likes the veil.

Johnny tells Chad that they are not going to run. Johnny declares that he and Chanel are getting married here and family is important to them, so he can’t just ask her to leave Paulina when she’s just diagnosed with cancer. Johnny says he’s not a kid anymore so he can’t just run from every problem as he is committed to Chanel, marrying her on Valentine’s Day, and starting a new life with her here in Salem. Chad acknowledges that he really grew up. Johnny says he didn’t have much choice. Chad then decides he’d be honored to be his best man. Johnny thanks him and says it means a lot to him as they hug. Johnny asks Chad if he knew everything that was going to happen, if he would still have married Abigail. Chad says he would’ve taken her and run for the hills as he would’ve done anything in his power to save her and have her with him now.

Alex tells Brady that he and Theresa are not even close to being married yet. Brady points out they are living together as roommates with benefits. Alex says with everything that has happened, it made things feel more serious and they are in a good place. Alex feels he needs to know more about Theresa before marriage is even on his radar. Brady calls that smart and says he should take it slow if he’s serious about her. Alex admits the whole relapse was a shock to him, so he’s worried that it could happen again or what else could throw him off. Brady tells Alex that Theresa can be wonderful, fun, and loving but she has a wicked side to her. Brady says he’s living proof that it’s hard not to follow Theresa down a destructive path and get sucked in to it. Brady thinks Alex has only started to scratch the surface of who Theresa really is.

Stefan tells Xander to stop and think, noting that he doesn’t have a reputation for being reliable and not completely falling apart in the face of pressure and humiliating himself. Stefan questions why EJ would hire Xander of all people to kill someone. Xander says he has absolutely no idea but he’s worked for the DiMeras before including Kristen and helped EJ through his recovery in Nashville. Xander says maybe EJ sees him as having a competent work ethic. Stefan apologizes for starting the conversation. Xander says he’s going to end it by saying he does believe EJ is behind the phone call or he put somebody else up to it. Xander warns that if so, he’s out of luck because he’s walking the straight and narrow now with his daughter and his newspaper. Xander tells Stefan to tell EJ that he will have to find another hitman because he’s not interested.

Roman tells the cops a story about when he was a cop and guarantees they will never forget their time on the force. Harris toasts to Roman’s decades of work on the force and paving the way for the next generation.

Chanel shows Paulina the wedding cake that she likes. Paulina agrees that it’s beautiful and jokes with her as Johnny approaches. Chanel says they were just going over the wedding cake. Paulina says she has Mayor duties to get to, so Chanel can show Johnny everything they went over. Paulina walks away as Chanel asks Johnny what he wants to see first. Johnny says whatever she wants to show him. Chanel asks if he’s feeling overwhelmed, encouraging that Paulina is helping a ton and she thinks they will be fine. Johnny admits he’s partly overwhelmed but he’s thinking maybe they should postpone the wedding.

Stefan tells Xander to get a grip as EJ is the new district attorney so he seriously doubts he’s behind this. Xander questions if Stefan is involved somehow and covering for him. Stefan assures that he knows nothing about this. Stefan thinks Xander cooked the whole thing up in his head and that he’s losing it. Stefan says he’s needed elsewhere. Xander says he’s leaving but not until they get one thing straight in case this ever comes up again.

Johnny tells Chanel about Chad saying they shouldn’t get married in Salem and that they should run for the hills. Johnny notes that Chad seemed super intense about being connected to the DiMeras being Hell on earth and that they should stay as far away from the family as possible. Chanel asks what Johnny thinks. Johnny thinks Chad is still grieving the loss of his wife as it comes and goes in waves. Johnny feels it’s more about what Chanel thinks since she’s apparently risking her life by marrying him. Chanel declares that she would risk her life a thousand times to be with him. Johnny feels the same as they kiss. Chanel asks if he’s sure he still wants Chad as his best man. Johnny confirms that he does and thinks it will be good for him. Chanel agrees and states that Johnny is not his father, his uncles, or Stefano but his own man, so their issues have nothing to do with them. Johnny thanks her for being the voice of reason as he needed to hear that. Johnny kisses her and says he loves her so much as they hug.

Alex admits that Brady gave him a lot to think about and thanks him for the advice or warning. Brady acknowledges that they are family so he will give it to him straight. Brady knows Alex is his own man and he will make the decisions that are best for him and he hopes it works out for him. Alex thanks him. Brady thanks Alex for keeping him updated on Theresa and tells him to call if he needs any more advice. Alex thinks he’s got it from here and says he’ll see him at the office as he walks away. Brady thinks back to Alex questioning if Brady didn’t want anything to do with kissing Theresa.

Harris offers to pay for breakfast but Roman reminds him that it’s on him and says he enjoyed the conversation. Harris asks about Lucas. Roman tells him that Kate is with him now and took him breakfast. Harris asks about his injuries. Roman says he’s recovering but the beating was pretty bad. Roman asks how long Harris plans on keeping Lucas here. Harris says as long as it takes or until they know that nobody is watching.

Xander tells Stefan that there was a time that he might have been desperate enough to become a murderer for hire but repeats that he’s a changed man with a wonderful daughter who means the world to him, so he’s not going to throw his life away. Xander declares that his time as a criminal is over because Victoria needs the best dad, so he won’t put her in a position to be looking at him behind bars or in a casket. Xander tells Stefan to understand that and make EJ understand it too. Stefan responds that he understands it loud and clear, but whatever is going on here, the DiMeras have nothing to do with it. Xander is not convinced so he tells Stefan to tell EJ to go to Hell. Xander adds that Stefan can go there too, but all the DiMeras are headed to Hell anyway in due time. Xander then storms out of the mansion.

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Stephanie quietly exits Everett’s room at the Salem Inn. Leo then comes around the corner and comments on her getting around. Stephanie asks what he’s doing there. Leo reminds her that he lives at the Salem Inn and remarks that he’s looked at the guest list and knows that she does not live there. Stephanie tells Leo that this is not what he thinks. Leo jokes that his imagination is on fire. Stephanie tells him it’s a false alarm. Leo says that’s what they all say. Stephanie remarks that where she spends the night is her business. Leo says it may be Lady Whistleblower’s.

Wendy comes out from the bedroom looking to find Tripp but finds Ava. Ava tells her that it looks like Tripp’s 12 hour shift has turned in to overtime. Wendy says she’ll just go back to her room and meditate but Ava stops her and says she will make some coffee so they can have a woman to woman chat.

At the DiMera Mansion, Stefan paces in the living room, looking at a photo of Gabi on his phone and talks about how they made up for lost time one year ago today. Stefan wonders how they ended up here. Johnny walks in and greets him. Johnny asks if he knows if EJ is up. Stefan mocks not having EJ’s schedule. Johnny remarks that somebody woke up on the wrong side of the bed and encourages that it’s a beautiful day. Johnny then announces that he and Chanel are getting married on Valentine’s Day. Stefan says good for him. Johnny questions him not congratulating him. Stefan says it’s kind of hard for him to celebrate someone else getting married when his wife is in prison. Johnny knows that sucks but brings up Stefan having a thing with Ava. Stefan warns him that’s none of his damn business.

Chanel sets up the Bakery in the town square and greets Kayla as she comes by. Kayla says she just got off a long shift and she knows she’s probably not open but she ordered banana muffins online to surprise Steve and Stephanie. Chanel says they will be ready in a few minutes if she wants to wait. Chanel then shows Kayla her engagement ring. Kayla congratulates her and states that Johnny is a lucky man. Chanel feels she’s the lucky one and reveals they are getting married on Valentine’s Day. Kayla notes that’s what she and Steve did. Chanel says it worked for them. Kayla guesses Paulina must be thrilled. Chanel confirms that it’s given her something to focus on other than her illness.

At the hospital, a nurse tells Sarah that she has a patient waiting for her in the exam room that is listed as confidential. Sarah finds that strange and goes to the room to find Paulina. Sarah asks about her being the mystery patient. Paulina guesses it helps being Mayor.

Stephanie tells Leo that she’s sorry to deprive him of mind-blowing gossip, but she and Everett are colleagues just like they are. Leo asks if they are colleagues with benefits but Stephanie says they are just friends. Leo argues that men and women can’t be friends because sex gets in the way. Stephanie calls that outdated and says her purpose for being with Everett last night is none of Leo’s business. Stephanie asks if Leo wants to keep his job. Leo senses a threat coming. Stephanie warns that she’s tight with Everett and his boss. Stephanie says she would hate to tell Leo’s boss that his column is a detriment to the newspaper. Leo says he will see her then. After Stephanie walks away. Leo comes back around the corner and knocks on Everett’s door.

Sarah checks on Paulina in the hospital. Sarah suggests doing an ultrasound on her neck. Paulina explains that she woke up feeling panicked and having a hard time breathing, so she came right here. Sarah assures that she’s in excellent hands and will get the best care possible. Sarah says she will get her in as fast as she can. Paulina asks her not to hold anyone off on her account so she’s not interfering with anyone else’s health. Sarah insists that they will make it work and asks if she wants her to call Chanel but Paulina says absolutely not.

Stephanie comes out of the Salem Inn and runs in to Chanel.

Kayla goes home and tries to quietly get in bed with Steve but he wakes up. Kayla tells him to go back to sleep. Steve calls it a rough night as he was out late with John. Kayla thought he was on his way bed when they last talked. Steve explains that Marlena wanted him to meet with John because she’s worried about him. Kayla asks if it’s work related. Steve says no but then says it’s no big deal. Kayla questions it not being a big deal that Marlena called him after 10 PM. Steve then admits it’s about Konstantin as he and John don’t trust him and they don’t think Maggie should either. Kayla says she’s heard this before, so she asks if he has something new. Steve says it may just be a new take on him and his history with Victor as something’s not right. Kayla asks if Maggie agrees now. Steve says she unfortunately doesn’t and that every time he and John try to warn her, she shuts them down. Kayla asks if they have any proof that Maggie is in real danger. Steve admits they don’t but insists that Konstantin is dangerous. Steve brings up his ties to the Greek mafia, the baby kidnapping, and his monumental debts. Kayla encourages that Maggie is a strong woman and trusts that Konstantin is a changed man. Steve worries that Maggie will regret it. Kayla guesses Maggie will have to figure it out herself and suggests Steve try to shake it off and sleep. Steve responds that he can’t go back to sleep now because he smells banana muffins.

Ava sits with Wendy and says she understands how awkward it can be to have her boyfriend’s mother living with them. Wendy assures that they are fine with it. Ava feels it has to be tough. Ava acknowledges that it seems like they’ve gotten close and that Wendy is really in to Tripp which she confirms. Ava brings up that Tripp has been hurt a lot, first by Allie, and Haley, Ciara, and others. Ava states that women tend to take advantage of Tripp, string him along, and then cast him away. Ava adds that she has a reputation of being direct so she’s just going to ask Wendy if she’s for real. Wendy is not sure what that means. Ava asks if she’s interested in Tripp in a serious way because if not, she’d rather that she bow out now. Wendy resents Ava implying that she’s a fickle, insubstantial person so she’s reluctant to even respond. Ava says she’s just concerned about her son and she’s just wondering if Wendy is looking at Tripp as a nice safe place to land like a security blanket. Wendy tells Ava that is not it and that she is really crossing a line. Ava argues that she’ll understand one day when she’s a mother, that she’s just looking out for her son’s best interests.

Leo knocks on Everett’s door and claims to be room service. Everett answers the door. Leo asks if he’s alright. Everett calls it a long night. Leo tells him that he just saw Stephanie leave and that she called When Harry Met Sally outdated. Everett questions what he’s talking about. Leo says he saw Stephanie leaving, so they spent the night together. Everett tells Leo that he’s so out of line. Leo asks if he woke up on the wrong side of the bed. Everett tells Leo that they need to talk, but not here, so he exits with him.

Chanel brings Stephanie a coffee and says she looks like she could use it. Chanel asks if Stephanie is heading home, noting that she just missed Kayla being on her way home from the hospital and that Kayla didn’t see her. Stephanie guesses she’s probably wondering why she’s leaving the Salem Inn at this hour. Chanel says she wasn’t because she’s a grown woman and whatever she does is her business and no one else’s.

Sarah tells Paulina that they can get her in for the ultrasound now and asks how she’s feeling. Paulina says she’s a whole lot calmer thanks to her. Sarah goes over it being a simple procedure and it will be done in about 30 minutes. Sarah knows if her mom was in the hospital, she’d want to be there to support her, so she asks if she’s sure she can’t call Chanel for her.

Stephanie thanks Chanel and wishes the rest of the town didn’t feel so free to nose around in other people’s business. Stephanie talks about people being fixated on her love life which is not that interesting. Stephanie then notices Chanel’s ring and asks about it. Chanel confirms that she and Johnny are engaged. Stephanie congratulates her. Chanel informs her that they are getting married on Valentine’s Day which she heard is what Stephanie’s parents did. Stephanie calls it wonderful and says it lifts her spirits to know people are happy and in love. Chanel’s phone rings so she steps away to answer as Stephanie congratulates her again and walks away. Everett and Leo then come out from the Salem Inn. Leo comments on not wanting to talk on an empty stomach. Everett says he just needs him to listen. Leo remarks that since this was Everett’s idea, breakfast is on him as he sits at a table in the town square.

Johnny apologizes to Stefan as he had no idea bringing up Ava would set him off like that. Stefan warns that he has no right sticking his nose in his personal life and whatever he’s implying is completely untrue because he’s madly in love with his wife. Johnny brings up Stefan kissing Ava in the living room right in front of Chad. Stefan responds that things in life aren’t always black and white and he’ll understand better when he grows up a little bit. Johnny asks what age he needs to be to figure out that he can always find a way to justify cheating on his wife.

Steve eats banana muffins and says it’s really hitting the spot, calling it the second best way to wake up as he kisses Kayla. Kayla says she needs to go to sleep as she is beat. Kayla mentions that she’s sure Stephanie will want a muffin when she wakes up. They then hear the front door and call out to Stephanie. Stephanie comes in and asks if she woke them. Kayla says no and that banana muffins are in the kitchen. Stephanie goes to get them while Steve wonders if she’s just getting home.

Wendy questions Ava insulting her using the excuse of protecting her son. Ava responds that she doesn’t need an excuse to protect the most important person in her life and says she wasn’t insulting her, just trying to make things clear. Wendy tells Ava that she is completely off base and that she and Tripp love each other and want to be together, so she’s not going to suffer the third degree from anyone about their relationship as it is nobody else’s business. Ava’s phone then rings with a call from Harris which Wendy questions. Ava says to let it ring as if it’s important, he will call back. Ava then asks Wendy where they were. Wendy says they were both being direct, so she asks if Ava is in love with Harris Michaels, Stefan DiMera, or both?

Stefan tells Johnny that he has no right to judge him. Johnny argues that he’s not judging him, he’s just telling him what he’s observed. Johnny questions Stefan being so madly in love but openly kissing Ava in front of his family so he doesn’t get it. Johnny says Stefan loves Gabi so much and they waited so long to be together and questions why he’s doing this to her. Stefan admits he’s screwed up a lot of relationships in his life and Gabi is the one woman that he vowed to be faithful to and he meant it. Stefan says he thinks about her every minute of every day and it makes him sick not knowing when or how she will get out of prison. Johnny asks again why he’s doing this. Stefan responds that Ava is a beautiful, fascinating woman and he is alone. Johnny decides he doesn’t have to explain himself to him, but he hopes he can live with where ever this is going. Stefan then exits the room.

Stephanie returns to Steve and Kayla’s room. Stephanie gives Steve the last of the banana muffins. Kayla asks how her night was. Stephanie says it was fine. Steve asks her to let them know when she’s going to stay out all night. Stephanie promises to do so next time. Kayla asks if she thinks there will be a next time then decides it’s none of her business. Stephanie says she’ll be out of their hair soon but Steve says no one is pressuring her to leave. Steve then asks where Stephanie was last night. Stephanie responds that she spent the night at a friend’s.

Leo gets excited about his breakfast while Everett remarks that it feels like having breakfast with a toddler. Leo calls him a buzzkill. Everett warns that he better not see a word about him and Stephanie in Leo’s column. Leo asks if he’s saying they were up all night working on a PR plan for the Spectator. Everett says they were just talking and they fell asleep, insisting they are just friends. Leo jokes about him, so Everett questions why he hits on every guy he encounters. Leo says it’s only the hot ones. Everett feels Leo is using humor to hide deep-rooted pain. Leo feels that’s how everyone uses humor. Everett asks if Leo has a therapist. Leo says not at the moment, but he does read a lot of self help books which encourage him to live out loud. Everett says self help books can be great, but talking to somebody might be helpful. Leo says he’s glad Everett is there then.

Chanel joins Paulina and Sarah in the hospital. Chanel questions that Paulina wasn’t going to call her. Paulina says she didn’t want to drag Chanel away from anything important, but Sarah insisted. Chanel says that she’s glad she did. Paulina laments that she just doesn’t want to be a bother. Johnny then arrives. Paulina questions calling him too. Johnny points out that she’s going to be his mom too in a couple of weeks. Paulina admits she’s a very lucky lady. Johnny asks how she’s feeling. Paulina guesses she’s alright since her blood pressure went down and she’s breathing better. Sarah says they will have the results from the ultrasound in a few days. Paulina thanks her for getting her in so quick. Paulina mentions being starving and offers breakfast on her. Paulina says she will get dressed and be ready to go. Johnny says he’ll wait outside and he’s glad she’s feeling better. Johnny exits with Sarah. Paulina tells Chanel that she is one lucky lady too.

Wendy asks Ava again if she is in love with Harris Michaels. Ava responds that she’s not a fan of being interrogated either, so she’s not going to dignify that with a response. Ava asks if they are good. Wendy says sure and that she has to go meditate now. Wendy heads back to her room as Ava remarks that talking to her can do that to a person. Ava then gets another call from Harris and rejects it. Ava then gets a call from Stefan and instinctively answers it, telling Harris to give it a rest but Stefan informs her that it’s him, not Harris. Stefan questions if Ava is still talking to Harris after what he pulled on her at the police station, warning her that it’s not safe since Harris is hellbent on blowing Clyde’s operations sky high. Ava hopes Stefan is somewhere private. Stefan tells her not to dodge the subject, repeating that Harris is dangerous, and questions why she’d even answer his call. Ava says she doesn’t know and she won’t do it anymore. Ava tells Stefan to let it go. Stefan then questions if she’s with Harris right now, where she is, and what she’s doing. Ava asks if he misses her already after one day off. Ava tells him that she’s at home and just finished giving her son’s girlfriend the third degree. Ava assures him that everything is good as Wendy and Tripp are genuinely happy and in love so at least somebody is. Stefan remarks that they are too. Ava says they are in lust. Ava adds that she’s happy to have the day off from faking it. Stefan asks if pretending to be hot for him is such a chore for her. Ava argues that Stefan isn’t as hot as he thinks he is and calls him kind of creepy. Stefan complains that Ava has no sex appeal and he can’t even look at her sometimes. Ava guesses it must be a chore for him to fake it too. Stefan remarks that kissing her is taxing and that he’d rather make out with a toilet seat. Ava says she can relate because he smells like a toilet seat and she cringes every time he’s near. Ava decides she’s going to take a nice hot bubble bath, telling Stefan that she’s lying naked in her room so she’s going to rub hot oil all over her body. Ava then tells Stefan to sleep well and hangs up.

Everett tells Leo that he has to get to work. Leo says he has to get to bed. Everett suggests Leo try working one day when he grows up. Leo argues that he is working by trolling the streets at night for gossip with the occasional stop at dance clubs. Everett says as long as he keeps delivering brilliant columns on time, he can’t complain about his hours. Leo adds that as long as Everett says nothing happened between he and Stephanie, then he’ll believe him. Leo pinky swears that anything Everett shared will remain classified.

Kayla falls asleep. Stephanie recalls Kayla coming home exhausted when she was a kid and how it was just the two of them. Steve wishes he hadn’t missed so many years with her and says he would do anything to get those years back and watch her grow up. Steve tells Stephanie that as soon as he was able, he made it right back to them. Stephanie admits it was hard not having him there, but having him there now makes her appreciate him so much more. Steve hopes she knows how much he has always loved her. Stephanie says she loves him too. Steve adds that he worries about her. Stephanie thinks she knows where this is going so she’s going to cut right to it. Stephanie then confirms she was with Everett last night but nothing happened and admits she may still have feelings for him, but she’s not going to rush back in to a relationship with him. Steve says that answers all his questions and thanks her. Steve is glad she’s taking it slow, but advises her that if she wants something and it feels right to her, she shouldn’t let what anyone says keep her from going for it. They hug until Stephanie gets a call from Everett. Stephanie answers and thanks him for last night. Stephanie agrees that it was like old times as she exits the room. Steve sits back down on the bed.

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Marlena comes home and calls out to John, asking if he’s home. Marlena then pulls out her phone and calls John. John is walking through the town square and answers, asking where she is. Marlena responds that she’s home and asks where he is. John says he couldn’t sleep so he took a walk in the town square. Marlena asks if he’s on his way back. John says not yet and then apologizes as he didn’t realize it was so late. Marlena offers to pick him up but John assures that he’ll be home soon and says he loves her as they hang up.

Alex comes home to Theresa, who says she was just wondering where he was and why he was at the hospital as he seemed mysterious when they ran in to each other. Alex tells her that he was just seeing Marlena as his therapist and asks what she was doing there. Theresa says that her mom sent her to talk to Kayla and it was like a therapy session too. Alex asks what she talked to Kayla about. Theresa asks what he talked to Marlena about. Alex says he asked her first.

Stephanie questions Everett having a confession and asks if it has to do with him not showing up at the Pub. Everett reveals that he actually did go to the Pub and saw her with her friends. Stephanie asks why he didn’t come in. Everett responds that he realized what he needed to say to her needed to be in private.

Roman and Kate walk past the Brady Pub. Kate questions how a prison loses a prisoner. Roman says that’s what they are going to figure out. They then look through the window of the Pub, which is closed, and see someone inside. Roman tells Kate to stay there while he goes around back to surprise them. Kate worries about if they have a weapon and says she’s going to call the police. Kate then sees that it’s Harris, so they head inside. Kate questions what is going on and says that Lucas is missing, so if Harris knows where he is, he better find him.

Theresa tells Alex that she’s all talked out and suggests they do something really mindless and distracting instead. Alex asks what she had in mind and if she wants to watch a movie. Theresa says she’s not in the mood for that. Alex suggests a board game but Theresa says she has a better idea and she dares him not to like it.

Stephanie asks what Everett wants to tell her. Everett says this is harder than he thought it would be because it feels like a big risk. Stephanie says he’s starting to scare her. Everett says he’s scaring himself a little bit, but he has to do it. Everett tells Stephanie that working with her has been amazing and he totally respects the boundaries she set with him in the beginning, but he can’t stand this friend zone thing. Everett declares it’s not working for him anymore.

Steve finds John pacing in the town square and asks what he’s doing. John calls it a late night stroll and asks what he’s doing there. Steve says Kayla is working the night shift and he got restless. John doesn’t believe him and guesses that Marlena sent him to come looking for him. Steve admits that she’s worried about him and he is too. Steve says in their previous lives, when they used to meet in the shadows, they were usually on assignment and not always on the same side. Steve thinks the right side prevailed in most of those missions. John says that’s what he’s been told. Steve questions John still not remembering anything from that time. John argues that he knows those memories have been wiped. John says he tries not to make himself crazy over trying to get those memories back. Steve knows it must be frustrating as Hell but he envies him because he wishes he could forget.

Theresa suggests to Alex that they play Truth or Dare, noting that it can lead to enlightening conversations. Theresa decides she will go first and asks Alex who his first celebrity crush was. Alex tells her it was Lindsay Lohan which Theresa jokes with him about.

Kate questions what Harris is doing here when Lucas is missing from prison and if anything has happened to him, that’s on him. Kate asks where her son is. Roman tells Harris that he owes Kate an explanation. Harris responds that if they give him a minute, he will provide more than an explanation.

Everett calls it a relief as he’s had this monologue in his head but guesses that Stephanie is upset. Stephanie responds that she’s not upset, she just doesn’t know what to say. Everett calls Stephanie the best thing to ever happen to him and says when she’s near him, his world feels right. Everett adds that he came to Salem to find her because he can’t live without her and he would do anything to get back to what they had. Everett asks if she still doesn’t know what to say. Stephanie is sure he can understand that she wasn’t expecting this. Everett questions that as he feels he’s been so obvious about his feelings for her. Stephanie think she’s been clear about her feelings. Everett feels she has and she hasn’t. Everett understands that she wants to stay friends because she’s still recovering from her breakup with Chad but at the same time, she likes spending time with him, had him meet her parents and asked him to hang out with her friends at the Pub. Stephanie says she just wanted them to meet him as she’s been talking about him but her feelings for him are complicated. Stephanie says when he disappeared, she was heartbroken and when she was able to somewhat heal, she was determined to move on with her life and get over him. Everett asks if she stopped loving him. Everett adds that now he’s back and she knows he never left her by choice. Everett questions if her feelings are just gone. Everett reminds her that he was going to ask her to marry him and calls her everything to him. Everett states that some people wait their entire lives to find what they had and now they’ve been given a second chance. Everett begs Stephanie to not throw it away.

Alex asks Theresa what would be the worst thing she would do if she wouldn’t get caught. Theresa responds that she would break Tate out and bring him home immediately. Alex says he should’ve guessed. Theresa wishes she could really do that. Theresa then asks Alex who is the most beautiful, interesting, witty, sexy, and charming woman that he has ever kissed. Alex decides to pick dare instead. Theresa says he’s going to be sorry as she dares him to kiss her. Alex responds that he’s not sorry at all and kisses her.

John questions what Steve is talking about and what he wishes he could forget. Steve says it’s the bad stuff which for him was working for Victor back in the day but those memories won’t let go, especially lately when he’s anywhere near Konstantin. John asks if that’s because of his association with Victor. Steve adds that it maybe because he reminds him of Victor at times. John admits he does to him too. Steve guesses this is bringing back stuff for both of them now. Steve brings up how Abe has lost his memory and how that’s really tough but he doesn’t know if it’s worse to not be able to remember or not being able to forget.

Harris brings Kate and Roman to a room above the Pub where Lucas is inside. Kate hugs Lucas and says she’s so happy to see him, alive and well. Lucas responds that he’s alive and healing. Roman questions how Harris managed this. Harris explains that he snuck Lucas out in a laundry basket and that nobody knows about it, not even Rafe so no one can find out. Lucas says he’s sorry it went down this way and that Roman has to harbor the man who kidnapped his daughter. Roman calls him his stepson and he knows that Kate is happy to have him here safe and protected which means he’s happy too. Roman declares that Lucas is welcome here anytime.

Stephanie says Everett might not understand what it was like for her when he walked out of her life. Everett thinks he has some idea but Stephanie is not sure that he does. Stephanie states that once she got over the shock of his disappearance, she tormented herself for months, trying to figure out what she did and blamed herself for not being enough. Stephanie adds that she obviously knows now that it had nothing to do with her and she’s just trying to explain that when she thought he ghosted her, she wasn’t just hurt, she fell apart and didn’t recover for a long time. Stephanie doesn’t know why it was so shattering and guesses she’s just lacking in self confidence or prone to feeling like she never measures up and is always to blame when things go wrong. Everett takes her hand and says he’s so glad that she’s finally opening up about all of this because it helps him understand the depth of the pain that she went through when he disappeared that day. Everett tells her that he is so sorry that he hurt her and calls her the most important person in his life, who he loved with all his heart more than anything and still does. Everett declares that all he wants is to make it up to her. Everett asks if she will let him do that.

John asks what Steve isn’t telling him since he’s talking in circles. John assumes what’s really going on has something to do with Konstantin. Steve confirms that it does and reveals that he’s becoming more certain that somehow, Konstantin knows about The Pawn. John is shocked and can’t believe it, asking how that’s even possible. Steve responds that it’s what they need to find about. John says he hasn’t heard anyone say The Pawn for years and questions how he could even know or how much he knows. John asks what he said that made Steve believe that. Steve informs him that Konstantin asked him what he knew about The Pawn but he had a look on his face like he was an expert on it and was taunting him. John decides they are just going to have to figure out how much he knows and what his motive is. Steve says they will but they have to be strategic and careful. Steve sees this really upset John so he needs to go home to Marlena and rest. John thanks him for coming and says he is going home to Marlena because he knows she’s worried about this. They tell each other to take care of themselves as Steve walks away.

Alex and Theresa kiss until he says it’s his turn in Truth or Dare. Alex then asks Theresa what is the biggest lie she’s ever told. Alex comments on her giving this a lot of thought. Theresa then decides on a dare. Alex says it must be a hell of a lie if she’s not even going to tell him about it. Theresa responds that she’s told a lot of lies so she’d rather not get into it. Alex lets it slide and instead dares Theresa to sing her favorite childhood song at the top of her lungs. Theresa sings “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”. Alex joins in until a neighbor knocks on the door, so they decide that’s enough singing for the night. Alex suggests they should just go to bed.

Stephanie tells Everett that before they talk about the future, she doesn’t understand why nobody went looking for him in their time apart like his family or colleagues. Everett says he didn’t understand that either but from what he understands once he recovered, he wasn’t on any assignments at the time so he thinks that his boss just figured he moved on. Stephanie asks about his family not trying to find him. Everett reminds her that he lost his mom as a kid and his dad is a drunk. Stephanie understands and says she shouldn’t have asked. Everett calls it a reasonable question since family could be cousins, aunts, and uncles but he’s not that close with them. Stephanie decides it all makes sense. Stephanie asks if Everett was as lucid as he is now when he finally woke up from the coma. Everett admits that he wasn’t and says his first diagnosis was retrograde amnesia which is inability to access memories or information from before an accident, injury, or disease. Everett adds that all they could tell him was to give it time and says he was really lucky as eventually his memories did start to come back, gradually. Everett tells her that the first thing he remembered with any clarity was her and when that happened, his whole world got brighter and warmer and he felt stronger because he had purpose to get back to her. Everett declares that his goal was to tell Stephanie that she’s everything to him and she still is as they hug.

John comes home to Marlena, who is reading a book as she waited up for him. Marlena says she couldn’t go to sleep knowing he was out there late at night alone. John responds that he wasn’t alone and she knows that.

Kate tells Lucas that she panicked when Harris said he couldn’t make the deal to get him out of prison but now he’s here safe and sound. Lucas thought transport was part of the deal and questions if Harris kidnapped him. Harris says no but he would have if he had to. Roman asks what Harris did to. Harris talks about pressuring the attorney general and pointing out how important it is to have their main witness alive if they ever bring a case against Clyde and finally, he signed off the order to have Lucas in a safehouse situation. Harris adds that when the threat is eliminated, Lucas will have to return to prison to serve the rest of his sentence. Kate guesses they will just be happy with what they have now then. Lucas says they have no choice. Harris decides he’ll leave them alone and exits.

Alex thanks Theresa for the game and says it was fun. Theresa agrees and says she’ll see him in the morning then as she thinks they should get a good night sleep. Alex agrees if that’s what she wants to do, so they head to their own bedrooms. Theresa then asks who she is kidding and goes to Alex’s room.

Kate gets Lucas comfortable in bed. Lucas says it feels so good to be here even if it’s just temporary. Lucas adds that he knows it’s not easy for Roman. Roman insists that Lucas is family so he wants what is best for him. Roman acknowledges that what Lucas did is honorable and brave, so he admires him for putting his life on the line. Lucas thanks him. Kate decides it’s been a long night so he should get some sleep. They say goodnight. Kate thanks Roman.

Harris runs in to Steve in the town square. Harris asks what he’s doing out so late. Steve says Kayla is on the late shift and he got restless. Harris admits to being restless lately too. Steve says they both have jobs that can weigh heavy on the mind sometimes. Steve asks if he wants to unburden. Harris thanks him but says maybe some other time. They say goodnight as Harris walks away.

Marlena asks if John is not upset that she sent Steve to find him. John says not at all as they had a good talk. Marlena is glad and knows they can talk about anything, but she’s especially glad that he has someone who he can share concerns with. John says that Marlena always seems to know exactly what he needs which makes him a very lucky man. Marlena says she just loves him as they kiss. They then head to the bedroom together.

Everett and Stephanie end up kissing. Everett tells Stephanie that he’s missed them. Stephanie admits she did too. Everett asks Stephanie to stay the night but she says she can’t as she’s not ready. Everett says he understands but he just wants to hold her and sleep with her in his arms tonight. Stephanie admits that would be nice, so they get in bed together.

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Stephanie joins Jada at the Brady Pub and apologizes for being late, noting that she has a new client who is extremely high maintenance. Rafe arrives to join them and also apologizes for being late. Stephanie tells him that he’s not the only one as she had a needy new client. Jada asks Stephanie who the new client is. Stephanie reveals it’s actually the Bistro, as their business was badly hurt by the drug raid, so they hired her to do damage control. Rafe says he was also held up because of that reason and suggests no work talk tonight. Jada agrees and suggests a topic of embarrassing personal stuff. Stephanie jokes that Rafe might have a problem with that. Jada agrees that Rafe probably wants to talk about macho guy stuff. Rafe assures that he’s perfectly comfortable talking about his feelings, even personal embarrassing ones.

Sarah comes home to Xander cooking. Xander asks how her day was. Sarah says it was good and exhausting but rewarding. Xander finishes cooking and talks about putting Victoria to sleep. Sarah comments on Xander taking care of everything and says he’s outdone himself. Xander responds that he was highly motivated to please her and calls her his motivation.

Alex goes to see Marlena in her office at the hospital. Alex thanks her for seeing him so late and last minute. Marlena says he sounded like he couldn’t wait. Alex says it’s about he and Theresa which Marlena says she could have guessed. Marlena asks what has happened since they last spoke about it. Alex informs her that Theresa was planning on going back to California, but then he persuaded her not to go and then they slept together. Alex then declares that they actually made love.

Theresa goes to the hospital and tries to avoid Kayla but Kayla sees her and says she’s really glad she came. Theresa says that she sees Kayla is really busy so she can just tell her mom that she saw her and that she’s fine and she will be on her way but Kayla stops her from leaving. Kayla says not until they talk and she understands what’s going on with her. Theresa is not sure she wants to know.

Stephanie tells Rafe that she and Jada decided to stay clear headed. Rafe calls that disappointing since they will be talking about embarrassing personal stuff. Jada says it might not be as fun sober but they will do their best. Jada asks if Stephanie is still swearing off men. Stephanie asks why she has to start but Jada encourages her. Stephanie declares that she is still swearing off men. Rafe feels she slightly hesitated. Stephanie admits that it’s hard because she works with two of her exes. Jada and Rafe question there being two. Jada says she knows about Chad but asks who the other guy is. Stephanie says it was a guy she knew from Seattle. Jada didn’t know she lived in Seattle and notes that she used to live out there for a few years too. Stephanie remembers Jada mentioning that and says it’s too bad they didn’t connect back then as she could have used a shoulder to cry on.

Everett works at the Spectator office. Everett wonders aloud how the dots connects as Stefan and Ava deny anything to do with the drug trade but they are lawyering up big time. Everett wonders how Ava and Harris are connected and then the Bistro hiring Stephanie to kill any negative publicity. Everett then thinks back to telling Stephanie that he loved being her friend and that he wouldn’t pressure her to be anything more.

Sarah asks Xander how Victoria did at the Spectator when he took her. Xander says she was a perfect angel and slept most of the time. Xander asks about Sarah’s day at work. Sarah says there was nothing out of the ordinary, she just did her rounds and worked on her charts. Xander asks when Sarah last asked for a raise. Sarah says not lately and asks why. Xander points out that she works so hard and long hours, so it seems she should be getting paid handsomely. Sarah says she’s fine with her salary. Xander suggests maybe she shouldn’t be.

Marlena brings up that Alex told her in their last session that he was determined not to get romantically involved with Theresa. Alex says he was totally fine with them being roommates with benefits, but Theresa recently had a slip. Marlena says she’s sorry to hear as she hadn’t heard about that. Alex guesses Brady didn’t tell her but explains that he and Brady took care of Theresa for the first few hours as she was coming down and it was really hard for both of them to see her like that. Alex admits he wanted to be the hero and to help but really, he just felt like he was in the way since Brady and Theresa have all this history. Alex adds that after Brady left and Theresa was finally sober, she made a rash decision to go back to California. Alex says he got upset and went for a jog but when he came back, Theresa had already packed and booked a red eye flight to leave tonight but she didn’t go because he talked her in to staying. Alex declares that he couldn’t let Theresa leave and that’s what he wanted to talk to Marlena about because it’s scaring the hell out of him.

Theresa asks Kayla if her mom filled her in. Kayla confirms that she told her that she had a slip but that she was determined to have it not happen again. Kayla encourages that they all know that Theresa must have been in serious pain to have a slip. Kayla adds that her mom also told her that Theresa decided not to go to California. Theresa guesses she was disappointed. Kayla says she was concerned and just wants the best for her. Kayla adds that her mom doesn’t understand her staying in Salem since she can’t see Tate for another month. Kayla then asks why Theresa decided not to go back. Theresa informs her that it’s Alex.

Jada proposes a toast to not needing shoulders to cry on. Rafe and Stephanie drink to that. Rafe finishes his beer and says he needs another one. Rafe asks if they need anything but they decline as he goes to get a beer. Stephanie tells Jada that Rafe is so charming. Jada agrees and adds that Rafe is loyal, kind, and funny which is nothing like her lying, cheating ex…

Sarah asks Xander if she shouldn’t be fine with her current salary. Xander admits he may be biased but feels she’s a stellar employee who goes above and beyond, so she should be paid accordingly. Sarah says this topic is making her a little uncomfortable because their most recent problems was because they were broke and he was willing to do dishonorable things to make them not broke. Sarah insists that she makes a decent living, so Victoria will always be taken care of. Xander supposes she’s right. Sarah adds that Xander has the Spectator, so they will both be contributing equally to their daughter. Xander didn’t mean to express doubt about that and assures that he will only make a living honorably and respectably to set a good example for his daughter which is more important to him than anything.

Marlena question why Alex is scared by needing to have Theresa stay in Salem. Alex thinks he’s just never really felt like that before. Alex says he’s been crazy about women before like Stephanie but it was different. Alex says that was more like he was wanting her, not so much needing her. Alex says Theresa has made a lot of mistakes in her life, struggled with addiction, and is flawed like him. Alex feels like he can totally be himself around her. Alex says it’s just something about her and he just wants to be around her. Alex adds that when he can’t be around her, he can’t get her out of his head. Marlena thinks she understands what he’s feeling which Alex questions. Marlena declares that she thinks Alex is in love.

Kayla questions Alex being the reason that Theresa decided to stay. Theresa confirms that he persuaded her that they are so alike and really self aware. Theresa adds that Alex insisted on them trying to become better people together which Kayla says sounds like a plan. Theresa brings up her and Brady going through so much with Tate. Theresa says when she was strung out, Brady really made her feel safe in a way that only addicts can understand and for a moment, she felt really close to him. Theresa says that when Alex took her in his arms and persuaded her to stay in Salem, that’s when she realized that Alex is what she wants and needs. Kayla asks if Theresa is saying she’s in love with Alex. Theresa responds that she supposes that she is and asks if Kayla disapproves because most people look at Alex as an egotistical womanizer. Kayla says she doesn’t know Alex that well but she believes people are a work in progress so if a man meets the right woman, he can become less egotistical and shallow. Theresa remarks that stranger things have happened. Theresa states that when she first got involved with Alex, she was the shallow one as she was just using Alex to try to get Brady jealous but when that didn’t work, she looked at Alex like a distraction from Brady, but she didn’t think she would actually develop real feelings for him. Theresa cries that now she feels so guilty which Kayla questions. Theresa complains that she is shallow and willing to screw up someone’s life just to get what she wants. Kayla thinks she’s just being hard on herself. Theresa responds that she’s ashamed of what she’s done and Alex deserves better. Kayla then asks what she has done.

Alex tells Marlena that being in love sounds so serious and mature. Marlena asks if feeling this way is new to him. Alex confirms that it is since being crazy about someone is different than being in love. Marlena says that people express their feelings differently so it’s very subjective. Marlena feels it sounds like there is a real depth to Alex’s feelings for Theresa. Alex can’t help but feel like he needs to act on these feelings. Alex then asks Marlena if he should ask Theresa to marry him. Marlena is taken aback and says she can’t tell him what to do but these feelings are very new for him. Marlena thinks he needs to just take this very slowly and see what develops. Alex worries that if he waits, he could lose her and he can’t lose her.

Sarah tells Xander that she really needed this wonderful dinner and relaxing with him and their daughter in the other room. Xander tells her about how he was reading to Victoria. They joke about her possibly understanding him. Xander talks about how Victoria reminded him of Sarah. Sarah says Victoria has Xander’s smile. Xander talks about Sarah always looking lovely. Sarah brings up everything they went through with losing her previous daughter and how blessed they are to have a perfect, healthy child. Xander feels blessed that their child is a product of their love at that time and now he’s terribly grateful that they are getting to know each other again in a different way.

Stephanie asks if Jada’s marriage ended because her ex cheated on her. Jada says that was the main reason but it was how she found out which Stephanie asks about. Jada explains that one day, she was checking the credit card bill and found a big charge for a jewelry store and he hadn’t bought her any jewelry in months. Stephanie says that must have been hard. Jada recalls her ex being furious with her when she confronted him about it and having a horrible fight. Jada says she knew it was over then. Rafe returns and asks what he missed. Jada says she was just talking about her ex so it was nothing he needs to hear. Stephanie gets a call and steps aside to answer as it’s Everett, who asks if he can e-mail her the copy of his follow up piece to the drug crisis to make sure it’s situated properly because his deadline is in two days. Stephanie says she won’t get to it until the morning as she’s out at the Pub with friends. Everett is sorry he interrupted and hopes she’s having a good time. Stephanie responds that she is and invites Everett to join them. Everett asks if she’s sure he wouldn’t be intruding. Stephanie says not at all, so Everett says he’s on his way. Stephanie says she’ll see him soon and hangs up.

Marlena asks Alex if he’s told Theresa that he’s in love with her. Alex says no, so Marlena says he can’t know how she feels then. Alex brings up Theresa telling him that she wants and needs him, which he feels is the same thing as being in love. Marlena thinks it is in this case but she thinks his fear of this is being triggered by his past. Alex admits she might be right and talks about finding out that Justin isn’t his real dad. Alex says it’s been awhile but still feels like a loss. Alex guesses he will hold off on asking Theresa to marry him. Marlena feels there isn’t any rush, especially considering that Theresa has a problem with addiction and had a slip recently. Marlena thinks the best thing Alex can do is just be there for her.

Kayla asks what Theresa has done that is making her feel so guilty and if it’s about her past mistakes. Theresa claims that she is talking about her past mistakes. Kayla feels she’s suffered enough over those. Kayla talks about reading the 12 steps program and one of those steps is making amends with the people you’ve hurt. Kayla asks if there is somebody that she needs to make amends with. Theresa decides that’s what she’ll do because Tate deserves an honest mother with integrity. Theresa declares that she will make amends with the people she has hurt.

Jada and Stephanie tell Rafe about the geocaching scavenger hunt. Stephanie says that she, Wendy, and Tripp are sorting out the details and it’s going to be great. Everett enters the Pub but upon seeing that Stephanie is with Jada, he backs out before they see him. Stephanie comments that her friend should’ve been there by now. Stephanie then gets a text from Everett, saying he can’t make it but needs to talk and asks her to call him when she’s free. Stephanie tells Jada and Rafe that he unfortunately can’t make it. Jada says that’s too bad as she was really looking forward to meeting him..

Xander and Sarah finish their bottle of wine. Sarah asks if they should try the whiskey as she likes that he said it signifies trust. Xander says that’s something they have been working real hard to rebuild and it’s become better than he anticipated. Sarah admits she’s very impressed by what a responsible and truly loving father that Xander is. Sarah adds that he’s an amazing roommate with mad cooking skills. Xander calls her a wonderful mother and a perfect roommate. Sarah and Xander then end up kissing. Sarah asks if they should take this to the bedroom but Xander says they shouldn’t.

Alex tells Marlena that she’s always helped him so much and thanks her. Marlena encourages Alex to take his time with this relationship and see what develops. Marlena says if it’s good and real, it won’t go away. Alex agrees because he is in love.

Theresa thanks Kayla for letting her talk this through and says she’s made her realize that she has to be honest and to make amends. Kayla encourages her to live with a clear conscience and self respect. Kayla hugs Theresa and says she’s there for her 24/7. Theresa thanks her and says she loves her so much.

Sarah questions Xander saying he doesn’t want to go to the bedroom. Xander assures that he’d want nothing more than to make love to her all night long, but worries about how he screwed things up before so he’s trying his damndest not to screw things up now since the stakes are so much higher because of their little girl. Sarah says she understands and jokes that at least one of them is thinking clearly. Xander jokes about being the voice of reason and they end up hugging.

Stephanie says she hates to call it a night but she has tons to follow up on tomorrow. Stephanie hugs Jada and tells her tonight was so much fun and they should do it again soon. Rafe agrees as Stephanie then exits. Jada tells Rafe that it was disappointing that they didn’t get a chance to meet Stephanie’s guy. Jada remarks that it doesn’t take a detective to see how much she likes this guy.

Outside the Pub, Stephanie calls Everett, who apologizes for standing her up tonight. Stephanie asks if he’s still at work. Everett responds that he’s in his room at the Salem Inn and asks her to come over because what he needs to say to her really can’t wait. Stephanie agrees to be there soon and hangs up.

Alex runs in to Theresa at the hospital. Theresa says she was just thinking about him. Alex calls it a coincidence as he was thinking about her too.

Rafe tells Jada they can go to his place which she calls an excellent idea as they exit the Pub together.

Stephanie goes to see Everett. He thanks her for coming so quickly. She notes that he sounded so serious on the phone and asks if everything is okay. Everett sits her down and says he has a confession and something she needs to hear.

Sarah asks Xander if they are just going to their own bedrooms to sleep. Xander doesn’t know he will since his heart is skipping beats just looking at her and thinking about what would happen. Sarah responds that her heart is skipping beats right now too. Sarah then heads to her bedroom. Xander gets a call from a private number and answers the call to hear a distorted voice, saying he has a job for him as he has someone who must be eliminated..

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In the town square, Johnny surprises Chanel with a new diamond engagement ring. Chanel is surprised and asks how he got it so fast when he just proposed last night. Johnny reminds her that he’s been planning this for awhile and had the jeweler put a rush on it. Chanel tells him that she loves it and kisses him. Johnny talks about wanting to make sure the ring was as special and unique as she is which Chanel calls the most romantic thing she’s heard. Chanel calls this so perfect that they are in front of the plaque of one of Salem’s founding couples. Chanel hopes their love lasts as long as Tom and Alice’s did as they kiss.

Paulina works in her office when she gets a phone call from Abe. Paulina answers and says she’s sorry as she meant to call him. Paulina assures that she’s fine and not over doing anything. Paulina says she was out of the office at the hospital all day so she has a few things to take care of. Paulina promises she won’t be long and hangs up.

Chad joins Everett at the Spectator office. Everett informs him that he’s almost done. Chad asks what he’s writing. Everett reveals that he is typing up his resignation letter which Chad questions. Everett argues that Chad hired him to run the paper with integrity and to make it strong and relevant. Everett tells Chad that protecting Chad’s family is not what he signed up for and he feels completely duped, so he’s moving on.

Stephanie sits with Tripp and Wendy at their apartment, going over ideas for the geocaching scavenger hunt. Stephanie shows an advertisement poster she made for it while Wendy feels it’s needs a name. Stephanie suggests something love related since it’s on Valentine’s Day and comes up with Caching Cupid. Wendy says that’s perfect while Stephanie asks Tripp for his opinion but Tripp admits to being distracted. Stephanie guesses that he’s worried about his mom. Tripp questions what she means by that.

Stefan and Ava go to the interrogation room at the police station. Stefan tells Ava to just keep smiling. Ava responds that she’s been in this situation a million times, so he’s the one who needs to keep it cool. Stefan responds that he’s not sweating. Ava wonders what the cops are planning. Stefan insists that they have nothing and will continue to as long as they keep their mouths shut.

Rafe and Harris talk at the police station outside of the interrogation room. Rafe comments on making Stefan and Ava sweat. Harris suggests it’s time to turn up the heat. Harris feels they are up to their neck in Clyde’s drug ring and that he can squeeze it out of them. Rafe remarks that Ava is one stubborn woman. Harris says he knows as they head in to the interrogation room. Sloan then arrives and reveals that she is Stefan and Ava’s lawyer.

Johnny tells Chanel that Tom and Alice were great people from what he’s heard, but definitely not fans of the DiMeras. Chanel says she’s heard that Tom and Alice were very open people and not judgmental as they gave everyone a chance as long as they proved they deserved it. Johnny tells Chanel that he’s going to prove to her that he deserves her. Chanel responds that he already has and she can’t wait to be his wife. Chanel then reminds Johnny of where they are going.

Chad thinks Everett is overreacting. Everett argues that Chad told him to kill all mentions of the Bistro in the drug ring story just because Stefan preyed on his sympathies and asked him to. Chad argues that he’s not even particularly fond of Stefan, but he does think there should be some loyalty between family members. Everett disagrees when it’s to the detriment of the truth, otherwise he’s not running an unbiased newspaper. Everett says they’ve seen what selective reporting has done to the country. Chad argues that he didn’t cover anything up so it’s not even about being loyal. Chad questions why Stefan’s business should be damaged when there were no drugs found at the raid. Everett calls it part of the narrative as the Bistro was one of three locations raided that night and the only one to not come up with anything, so they can let the readers make assumptions on the whole story. Everett asks Chad what if they had found something. Chad responds then it would be the headline and Stefan would probably be in jail. Everett asks if he’s sure about that because it’s pretty easy to say when it didn’t happen. Chad repeats that he’s sure and asks Everett if he’s going to delete his resignation or if he needs to find a new editor-in-chief.

Tripp asks Stephanie why he would be worried about his mom. Stephanie brings up everything happening at the Bistro, noting that it’s really hurt the reputation of the restaurant which is why they hired her to do PR for them. Tripp hopes she can help them out with that. Stephanie says she will do her best but it’s terrible what it’s doing to their business. Tripp agrees that what happened at the Bistro is terrible.

Stefan tells Sloan that they are grateful to have her and thank her. Sloan declares that her clients have done nothing but cooperate with the Salem police department, pointing out that the raid negatively affected their business, they were both grilled afterwards, and have now been dragged here for more questioning. Sloan calls it bordering on harassment. Harris responds that they have uncovered some new evidence that they hoped to get some answers about which Sloan questions. Rafe informs them that they have reason to believe there is a new drug ring coming out of Statesville Prison, so Harris asks them to tell them what they know about Clyde Weston.

Chanel and Johnny go to Paulina’s office. Chanel hugs her and says they just came to see how she’s doing. Paulina responds that she’s doing just fine. Johnny states that he was sorry to hear about diagnosis but it sounds like her cancer is curable and he’s living proof that she can beat it. Paulina says from what the doctors have told her and everything she’s read, she knows her treatment is generally very successful, so she could be completely cured with no chemo. Paulina says she’s a very lucky woman. Chanel assures that they will be there for her every step of the way. Paulina asks what she would do without her as she hugs Chanel and Johnny.

Everett tells Chad that if he will no longer allow his family to influence any future coverage of any of their stories in any way, then he won’t resign. Chad says he can guarantee that, so Everett says they are good then and they shake hands. Chad suggests they get back to work on publishing the newspaper. Chad asks about the fundraising scavenger hunt. Everett says he told them they were on board to sponsor it, despite Xander’s objections. Everett says there will be a big PR push in the city with the mayor’s office on board. Everett is confident it will be successful and beneficial for the paper. Chad is glad he’s interested. Everett mentions being recruited to help when he was having dinner at Stephanie’s which Chad questions.

Stephanie tells Wendy and Tripp that it was very productive and they got a lot done. Stephanie thanks them for their help. Tripp says he didn’t do much and that Wendy did it all. Stephanie tells Wendy that she will connect with her tomorrow about the beta test and asks Tripp to help Steve hide the treasures if he’s not working. Tripp says he’d love to help if he can. Stephanie says goodnight and exits. Wendy then brings up when Stephanie asked if he was worried about Ava. Wendy asks if he really thinks Stephanie will be able to help. Tripp thinks it will take a lot more than a PR guru to get Ava out of this mess.

Stefan claims he knows who Clyde is but doesn’t know a thing about him. Ava says she only knows his reputation. Rafe questions them not being in communication with Clyde or knowing about his illegal dealings. Sloan argues that they just answered that they don’t know him. Harris says he knows what they said and then presents the visitor logs from prison, revealing that Stefan and Ava both apparently visited Clyde in the last few months and questions if they can explain that.

Chanel says it’s getting late so Paulina should go home and get rest. Paulina says she’s fine and that being occupied helps her. Chanel and Johnny notice the advertisement for geocaching. Paulina tells them that Stephanie is planning a treasure hunt in the town square which Chanel calls interesting. Paulina says it sounds like a good community event. Chanel agrees and asks what Paulina thinks about her hair, trying to get her to notice her ring. Paulina mentions the scavenger hunt being on Valentine’s Day. Chanel says they are busy that day and then reveals the ring to Paulina which thrills her.

Tripp tells Wendy that Ava had been trying to spin things around but something clearly derailed her and she’s in big trouble. Wendy goes over believing that the Bistro is a front for the drug trade. Wendy offers to try hacking in to the Bistro. Tripp thanks her but he doesn’t want her getting involved because it’s not safe. Wendy reminds him that they are in this together. Tripp calls him the greatest girlfriend for wanting to help but says she has to let him handle this on his own. Wendy questions why he should have to. Tripp says because it involves his mother, whose own father drugged and manipulated her. Tripp adds that Ava has been in psych wards and people have died because of her.

Everett tells Chad that Stephanie invited him over for dinner with her family and that it was a last minute thing. Everett doesn’t know if Chad knows Steve very well but says he kind of ended up in the hot seat with him. Chad guesses Steve grilled him about his intentions which Everett confirms. Everett says he assured him that Stephanie just wants to be friends and that he respects that. Chad says he didn’t mean to come across jealous as he was just curious and doesn’t even have a right to ask about it. Chad adds that whatever happens between them, he wishes him the best whether it’s friendship or something more. Everett laughs and calls it a big 180 from the Chad who confronted him about all of this before. Chad admits that he was wrong and if they mutually agree to something more, then who is he to say anything. Everett thanks him for being clear about where he stands on his relationship with Stephanie and for being cool about it. Stephanie then arrives and asks what he’s cool about. Everett says it’s just the scavenger hunt as Xander didn’t want the paper to sponsor but they overruled him. Stephanie says she just spent time with Wendy and Tripp going over all the details. Everett tells her to hold that thought as he gets an alert on his phone that Ava and Stefan have been hauled in to the police station for questioning, so he’s going to go see what he can find out. Everett assumes Chad has no objection to that. Chad tells him to go ahead, so Everett exits. Stephanie asks Chad what that was about.

Sloan asks for a moment with her clients. Stefan states that Clyde is the son of a bitch who murdered his sister in law, so he paid him a visit to tell him he hopes he rots in Hell and asks if there’s a problem with that. Rafe says no problem at all, then asks about Ava. Sloan claims that Ava was exploring opportunities to volunteer with the incarcerated. Ava says no one will buy that. Ava then reveals that Clyde threatened to kill her son if she didn’t work for him, so she went to the prison to tell him no. Harris asks if Clyde just took no for an answer and backed off. Ava responds that she can be very convincing. Harris states that she’s not very convincing right now because obviously every word out of her mouth is a lie. Sloan declares that’s enough and tells Harris to back off and Rafe to get control of his cops. Sloan says they have nothing to hold them, so they are leaving. Ava says not yet and asks to talk to Harris alone first. Stefan says no way. Sloan strongly advises against that. Stefan warns that it’s not a good idea. Ava says she has the right to speak to whoever she wants. Sloan strongly advises her to remain silent. Ava says she’s not going to do that and she’s going to speak to Harris whether they like it or not. Sloan tells Ava that it’s her neck and exits with Stefan as Rafe follows out. Everett is at the station waiting and asks Sloan what is going on in there. Sloan responds that she wishes she knew.

Chad tells Stephanie about having Everett pull mention of the Bistro from the article and it didn’t sit well with him. Stephanie says since she’s taken on the Bistro as a client, she appreciates it. Chad explains that Everett thinks he did it to protect his family but they hashed it out and came to an understanding, professionally and personally. Stephanie questions the personal part. Chad says he’s not telling her anything that she doesn’t already know, but admits he tended to be a hard ass with Everett, especially concerning Stephanie. Stephanie brings up Chad getting him fired initially. Chad admits he can get a bit worked up and overreact, but now he’s changing courses and turning a new leaf. Chad adds that ever spending some time with Everett, he’s a good person who is honest and ethical. Chad declares that Everett and Stephanie are the only two people who should have a say in regards to them.

Chanel jokes that Paulina took long enough to notice the ring. Paulina exclaims how exciting it is and happy she is. Paulina says nothing could lift her spirits more as she looks at the ring. Paulina calls it the best news ever and asks about a wedding date. They reveal that it’s Valentine’s Day which Paulina notes is just around the corner. Paulina asks if they are eloping again and declares she won’t miss her daughter’s wedding for a second time. Chanel assures that Paulina will be there but they agreed to have a small gathering out of respect for Johnny’s family and everything they are going through with Holly. Paulina worries that there is so much to do and not a lot of time to do it, so she wants to get to work. Paulina talks about needing to call the florist to make sure they have enough flowers and her gown consultant Diana to find the perfect wedding dress. Paulina calls Diana and tells her she won’t believe the wonderful news she has.

Tripp tells Wendy that he’s been thinking a lot about how the family you’re born in to can affect the trajectory of your whole life. Wendy says it can but you can also be determined not to follow in your parent’s footsteps. Tripp says ever since finding out who he really was and his mom being part of the Vitali crime family, he’s tried to distance himself but he wonders if maybe it’s just in his DNA. Wendy argues that his last name is Johnson, not Vitali, and he is not responsible for the sins of his mother, grandfather, or anyone else. Wendy calls him a good, honorable man, pointing out that he is a doctor who is dedicating his life to helping people. Wendy tells him that she loves him for that.

Ava tells Harris that she thought a lot about what he said to her on the loading dock about when they were together and how he saw the real her. Harris says he always has because what they had was real. Harris tells Ava that she can trust him. Ava responds that she knows she can and that’s why she wanted to talk to him alone, because she has real feelings for him too and she doesn’t want him to get hurt. Ava says she’s not saying she’s involved with anything but she has a feeling it could turn out to be really dangerous, so he needs to back off for everyone’s sake. Harris tells Ava to just tell him the truth as he can protect her because he loves her. Harris thinks maybe she already knew, but repeats that he loves her. Ava tells him to stop and figure out a way to get over it but Harris then kisses Ava.

Sloan tells Rafe that she’d like to take a look over his search warrant for the Bistro so Rafe takes her to it. Everett tells Stefan that he’s used his only get out of jail free card and if the story leads to him, Chad will no longer be there to protect him. Stefan argues that Chad owns the paper. Everett points out that Chad co-owns the paper with Xander and asks if he really thinks Xander will protect him. Everett adds that he now has full go ahead from his boss, so Stefan’s best bet would be to talk to him. They then get interrupted when they hear Ava call Harris a son of a bitch and slap him in the interrogation room.

Stephanie tells Chad that it means a lot to hear he appreciates Everett as an employee and that he’s no longer upset by her friendship with him. Chad says he’s just glad they are still on good terms and didn’t end things on a sour note. Chad knows the timing wasn’t right for them but says she will always be special to him. Stephanie says she feels the same about him as they hug.

Paulina tells Chanel and Johnny about how they can have the reception but Chanel reminds her it’s a small wedding. Paulina jokes about not getting Alicia Keys on board. Paulina feels they need to celebrate and goes to call Abe but she gets a call from her oncologist. Paulina answers and questions it being that long. Paulina says she understands, thanks them, and hangs up. Paulina informs Chanel and Johnny that the soonest they can do her surgery is two months from now. Johnny calls that unacceptable. Paulina feels it’s good news that there’s no urgency to get it removed and maybe it’s not too aggressive. Chanel encourages that she’s right but still thinks they need to get this behind her. Johnny says he’ll make some calls as he’s sure Kayla can get her moved up and get this sorted. Paulina feels it’s for the best and won’t interfere with their wedding this way. Paulina declares that they are going to get Abe and tonight they celebrate as they exit the office.

Tripp tells Wendy that he doesn’t know how wise it is to love the son of Ava Vitali with the baggage. Wendy doesn’t care and loves him no matter what. Tripp says he’d like to keep loving her for a really long time which is why he doesn’t want her involved. Wendy kisses him and suggests not thinking about anything else right now. Wendy then stops and brings up Ava possibly walking in on them. Tripp agrees that would be awkward and they agree to take this to the bedroom. Tripp then picks Wendy up and carries her to the bedroom.

Rafe, Sloan, and Stefan go back in to the interrogation room as Everett watches and they question what is going on here. Ava complains for Harris to keep his hands off of her. Sloan calls this outrageous and says she told Rafe to get control of his cops. Rafe asks Ava what happened and asks if she wants to file a complaint. Ava says no and that she just wants to get out of here. Ava then storms out with Stefan and Sloan follows out. Everett asks Ava if she’s okay and if she wants to give him a comment. Ava tells Everett to tell his readers that the Salem police department are harassing citizens instead of actually going after real criminals. Ava exits with Stefan while Rafe asks Harris what the hell.

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At the police station, Jada talks on the phone with Brady. Jada asks about Theresa. Brady tells her that she’s doing okay and thanks her for helping track her down. Jada says she’s glad she could help as she knows Brady and Theresa have been through so much. Brady thanks her and hangs up as Kristen brings Rachel to Brady in the town square. Brady hugs Rachel and says he’s so happy to see her. Kristen remarks that they are happy that he actually showed up this time. Brady tells Rachel that he really wanted to be there but he had to help Tate. Rachel mentions that Kristen told her Tate got in trouble and asks if he’s okay now. Brady tells Rachel that Tate will be okay and says right now he is here for her as he hugs her and says he loves her.

Alex comes home from a jog to find Theresa packing her bags. Alex says he wasn’t expecting this as he hoped she decided to stay. Theresa responds that it’s for the best and that she has to go back to California to spend time with her mom and get out of Salem. Theresa says she’ll see Tate when she can in a month, so she booked a red eye ticket and she’s leaving tonight. Theresa adds that before she goes, there is something she needs to tell him as she can’t leave without making things right between them.

Eric and Sloan watch over Jude as he falls asleep. Sloan tells Eric that she’s heading out for a first meeting with new clients. Eric says between her new clients and his photography business, they’ll make enough money to put Jude through college. Eric mentions having his first client over later for a photoshoot which Sloan calls exciting. Eric hopes Jude will sleep through it and says next time, he will call Marlena and John to babysit. Sloan brings up still being mortified about the other night as she can’t believe she got so wasted. Eric assures that they understand she was nervous. Sloan promises to only drink water if there is a next time. Eric promises there will be. Sloan doesn’t remember everything that happened that night but she remembers Marlena talking about losing her first born. Sloan doesn’t know if she could survive that happening to their son. Eric assures that Jude is fine and tells her to focus on that as they are so lucky that he has come in to their lives.

Rafe joins Jada at the police station as Harris arrives. Rafe says he wanted to update them on the Bistro situation as he just got off the phone with Ava and he told her that he wanted to speak to her and Stefan at the police station. Jada questions why they are bringing them in now. Rafe explains that they had to do some investigating and get their ducks in a row, so they are ready for them. Rafe adds that if they show up, they will find out what they know about the Bistro’s connection to the drug epidemic in Salem. Rafe notes that Harris looks skeptical. Harris thinks questioning Clyde Weston might be the more worthwhile approach. Jada asks why he thinks that. Harris reveals that he had a run-in with Clyde earlier and he has an update. Harris explains that Clyde warned him that what happened to Lucas could happen to him if he doesn’t fall in line. Jada can’t believe Clyde was so open about the attack on Lucas. Rafe calls Clyde one tough son of a bitch. Jada says that means they are in for a tough fight. Harris declares that they will win this fight and take Clyde down once and for all.

Alex says he’s pretty sure he knows what Theresa is going to say so he wants to go first. Alex feels like it’s his fault that she’s leaving. Alex brings up accusing her of having feelings for Brady and says he shouldn’t have done that as it was not what she needed to deal with after everything she had gone through. Alex apologizes for falsely accusing her and admits he was wrong. Alex acknowledges that Theresa and Brady share a child together which is a lifelong commitment, so he worried that some of those old feelings would start to resurface. Theresa assures that they haven’t at all. Theresa admits when she first came back to Salem, she thought maybe she and Brady could get back together, but then she met Alex and everything changed. Theresa states that she and Brady have a child so they will share that bond together for life, but the kiss was a drug-fueled mistake. Theresa says Alex may have forgiven her but she hasn’t forgiven herself which is why she has to get out of here and away from everything that made her relapse. Alex argues that Theresa running away to California is a false solution and won’t make what she’s dealing with any less difficult. Alex then asks Theresa to stay here with him and let him help her get clear on what she needs and wants. Alex promises to help her any way he can as he hugs her.

Brady sits with Kristen and Rachel in the town square. Brady tells Rachel that he was thinking The Little Mermaid but Rachel says she’s already seen it. Brady asks what movie she’d like to see. Leo interrupts and suggests the How to Train Your Dragon trilogy which Rachel exclaims she wants to see. Leo then points out that it’s only streaming so if they want to go to an actual theatre, he suggests Wonka which Rachel exclaims she wants to see. Kristen looks it up and finds it is playing in about half an hour. Brady says they can do that and tells Leo he can go now. Leo says the whole town has been wondering and now it’s clear that Brady and Kristen are back together because they are enjoying coffee with their daughter. Rachel clarifies that they are not back together and she doesn’t want them to be. Kristen tells her that she doesn’t have to engage with Leo. Leo says he is happy to see them all together again and tells them to enjoy the movie as he walks away.

Sloan tells Eric that he always knows what to say to calm her spirits. Eric says she does the same for him. Sloan wishes him luck with his new client. Eric says he’s going to need it. Sloan asks why. Eric informs her that it’s a columnist from the Spectator that they are both all too familiar with and reveals that it’s Leo Stark.

Rafe asks for an update on Lucas. Harris says he got beat up pretty bad but he will make a full recovery. Rafe says thank God for that. Harris gets a call and steps out to answer it. Rafe then asks Jada where she was last night since he thought she was going to come over after she finished her paperwork from the raid but she never showed up. Jada apologizes and says by the time she was finished, she was exhausted and just went to sleep so she’s sorry she didn’t come over. Rafe questions why she is lying to him.

Brady questions why Rachel told Leo that she doesn’t want her parents back together. Rachel responds that she hates them fighting all the time. Brady says he gets that but he misses her very much and wishes he could share her more with Kristen instead of just seeing her once in awhile. Rachel says she misses him too but it’s better this way. Brady questions her thinking it’s better that they don’t see each other as much. Rachel says she guesses and goes to buy candy from the movie theater. Brady then questions Kristen about why Rachel is suddenly so against them getting back together and why she is fine with only seeing him once in awhile. Kristen argues that Rachel explained everything. Brady complains that Rachel did a 180 and accuses Kristen of turning her against him.

Theresa tells Alex that she already booked her flight. Alex offers to pay for cancelling it but Theresa says it’s not about the money. Alex knows he hasn’t been the greatest boyfriend and didn’t handle everything she’s going through. Alex brings up all the drama in his family and finding out that Victor is his father, not Justin, and then becoming CEO of Titan. Alex says his whole world has turned upside down so he’s questioning everything and everyone. Alex says he’s not trying to make excuses but he’s waking up some days, questioning who the hell he even is. Theresa thinks back to her and Konstantin altering Victor’s will. Theresa then tells Alex that there is something he should know.

Sloan thought Eric couldn’t stand Leo. Eric says he’s not a fan but he can’t afford to be picky. Leo then shows up at the door and talks about his lawyer and photographer being under the same roof. Leo tells Eric that he needs some wonderfully flattering photos of himself for Lady Whistleblower’s grand return. Eric says he’ll do his best. Leo is sure he will, just as Sloan has done as his lawyer. Leo remarks that he’s eternally grateful for Sloan’s lawyer skills and her generosity. Eric asks Sloan about her meeting with her client. Sloan reveals that she just told her client that she’s going to be a little late and she wants to stick around for Eric’s first shoot. Eric goes to grab something from the back, so Sloan questions Leo picking Eric out of all the photographers in Salem and asks what he is up to. Leo claims he’s not up to anything but getting some great photos and then admits he wants to make her squirm like she is now, because she knows he holds all the cards in their arrangement. Leo warns that Sloan doesn’t behave to his liking, he will drag her down to the bowels of Hell.

Theresa tells Alex that he is not to blame for how she feels. Theresa calls herself the screw up who never learns from her mistakes despite her second chances. Theresa tells him not to comfort her because she just keeps letting people down. Theresa cries that she’s a horrible mother and a terrible girlfriend. Theresa says she just finish packing and get the hell out because he’s better off without her. Alex says that she says she’s a screw up that makes a mess of things but that’s what he does. Alex talks about making terrible decisions at Titan and treating Justin like crap when he’s been a great dad to him for his whole life. Alex states that he is very flawed and he knows it, so that means there is hope for him to correct those flaws. Alex argues that they can work on their flaws, faults, and imperfections together. Alex says showing his true feelings has always been one of his flaws so he asks Theresa to allow him to work on himself and show her how much she means to him as he kisses her.

Kristen swears that she’s never turned Rachel against Brady. Kristen points out that Brady wouldn’t want to get back together anyways so she questions why he would care if Rachel doesn’t want that either. Brady says he just wants to be a decent parent but argues that Kristen doesn’t think he is. Kristen says she doesn’t think that and what happened with Tate is not his fault. Kristen brings up Rachel being very upset when Brady didn’t show up that one day and that broke her heart. Brady argues that maybe Rachel is upset because her parents fight all the time, because she can’t see her father, or because her mom has done horrendous crimes that she isn’t sorry about. Brady tells Kristen not to blame Rachel being upset on him.

Rafe takes Jada in to the interrogation room and says he saw on his daily report that she had pulled Theresa’s credit card records and asks her to explain why. Jada informs him that Brady called and said Theresa was missing, so she wanted to help find her in case she was in danger. Jada explains that she tracked Theresa to a motel where she was so strung out, then she called Brady and Alex, who dealt with her and she left. Jada apologizes for not telling Rafe and says she was just so exhausted and wanted to keep everything on the down low. Rafe tells her it’s okay and that it makes sense. Rafe asks if Theresa is okay now. Jada confirms that she checked in with Brady and that she’s recovering. Harris then comes in and announces that the call he took was about Lucas and he got some news. Harris informs them that Lucas is being moved to a new location for his safety. Jada is sure Kate will be relieved. Rafe asks where they are moving him. Harris responds that he’s sorry, but he can’t tell him that.

Kristen asks if Brady is done lashing out at her and if she can talk now. Brady tells her to go ahead. Kristen says it’s not like anything he said hasn’t been said before, but she’s a little shocked at the level of anger. Kristen says she wants him to be with Rachel and for Rachel to be in his life. Brady points out that Rachel is with her friend Lindsay. Kristen says that gives them a few more minutes to talk. Kristen tells Brady that she feels for him, having Tate in a rehab facility being falsely accused of pushing drugs. Kristen states that she gave birth to Tate and she feels for Brady and Theresa. Kristen asks how Theresa is doing. Brady admits she’s not good. Kristen asks if she has maintained her sobriety throughout this. Brady doesn’t want to talk about this with her. Kristen says they must be helping each other out during this time. Brady admits they have leaned on each other a bit. Kristen asks if that means they are getting close again and going to have a relationship. Brady questions why she cares. Kristen says she’s just curious. Brady brings up knowing what happens when Kristen gets jealous and declares that he and Theresa are never getting back together, much like he and Kristen, they are over completely, forever.

Alex tells Theresa that red eye flights can really take a toll and asks if she really wants to sit on a plane for the next 4 hours tonight when she could be sleeping a nice, comfortable bed keeping her warm. Alex adds that if she stays, he’ll be in that bed too and find more ways to warm her up as they continue kissing. Theresa decides she can keep him warm too. Alex says she can take that terribly crowded flight or she could just stay here. Theresa feels persuaded. Theresa knows that what she needs and wants is to be here with him as they continue kissing and they begin to undress.

Eric returns and tells Leo that he’s sorry for the delay but he has to run down to his car, so he exits. Sloan asks if Leo can just go and says she’ll make up an excuse for Eric. Leo says he needs those photos and talks about how he likes being in the presence of the baby that he delivered and handed to his mother, Nicole. Sloan asks why must Leo do this to her when she’s done everything he’s asked. Leo tells her to stop acting like a saintly person who has done nothing wrong. Leo argues that in Sloan’s way, the baby will never know his real mother. Leo says he might come across shallow but he actually has a heart and it breaks for the baby being stuck with a heartless fake mother. Sloan asks what he’s talking about. Leo thinks she can figure it out. Sloan warns Leo that if he rats her out, she will do everything in her power to take him down to Hell with her. Eric returns and apologizes for taking long as he ran in to a neighbor. Eric asks if Sloan is staying for the shoot. Sloan says she’s not now as she has to get to her meeting. Leo comments on the baby being lucky as Sloan angrily exits and Eric begins his photoshoot of Leo.

Rafe questions Harris not being able to tell him where Lucas is. Harris explains that he means no disrespect but he thinks after the Bistro raid got out, he thinks it’s best if he keeps it to himself so it doesn’t get out as they never know who is listening and they know Clyde has men everywhere. Rafe agrees that Harris is right as they still might have a dirty cop. Rafe looks out the window of the room at the cops in the police station.

Kristen calls it really sad that Brady insists that he could never consider even being with either mother of his children. Brady vehemently insists because he doesn’t want her to have any delusion. Brady calls it sad that Kristen tricked him in to procreating with a sociopath who has been very destructive to him and others. Kristen asks if he’ll never let that go. Brady asks how he’s supposed to let go of the fact that she has put him through Hell all these years and that she’s turning his own daughter against him. Kristen suggests letting go of all that for his daughter’s sake because once upon a time, they were crazy about each other. Kristen argues that he might realize no one is going to love him as much as she once did and cries that she still does.

Alex and Theresa kiss on the couch after having sex. Alex jokes that she can still make her flight if she really wants to. Theresa agrees to stay if he helps her unpack which Alex agrees to. Alex adds that since he is opening up his feelings, he is really starting to fall for her and admits he has been since he first saw her. Alex states that now his feelings are getting deeper and stronger, the more he gets to know her and he feels like he really does know her. Alex remarks that she has been honest with him about who she really is from the very beginning. Theresa claims she’s an open book. Alex says he’s crazy about her and continues kissing her.

Brady tells Kristen not to do this again. Kristen says she’s just being open and honest. Brady repeats there is no future for them except for her being the mother of his daughter. Brady hopes that someday he might find someone that is kind and compassionate who will love him for who he is and his kids, unconditionally. Rachel returns, so Brady says they should get going to the movies. Kristen tells Brady that until he finds the woman of his dreams, maybe they can start seeing the best of each other. Brady calls that a worthy goal as they walk away.

Sloan walks through the park, complaining about Leo. Sloan stops to text Leo, reminding him that if he says one word to Eric about their son, he’ll be screwed in every way possible.

Eric finishes his photoshoot of Leo. Eric says he’ll e-mail him a portfolio later in the day. Eric admits he is photogenic which Leo agrees with. Leo says he will be on his way as he then gets Sloan’s text. Eric wishes Leo luck being back at the Spectator. Leo remarks that there’s always a scandal waiting to be exposed in Salem and sometimes it’s right under their noses. Leo then exits.

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At the hospital, Paulina complains to Abe about waiting. Chanel arrives and encourages that they should be ready to see Paulina soon. Chanel promises that everything will be okay. Abe suggests they all just relax and wait.

Everett joins Chad at the Spectator. Chad tells Everett that he thinks the mayor will be really happy. Everett calls Paulina an incredible lady and says what she has done for the city is so impressive. Chad mentions he hasn’t heard back from her office yet and asks how the drug expose is going. Everett gets an alert with newly released mugshots of all the drug dealers. Chad takes a look and calls it an interesting group. Everett remarks that he’s surprised Chad’s brother isn’t there.

Sarah comes home where Xander is going over numbers for the Spectator. Xander says Victoria is taking a nap while Sarah brings in groceries including whiskey. Xander calls it nice to have someone else in the house that knows how to cook. Xander tells Sarah that it’s nice to have her there either way. Sarah says it’s nice to be there and goes to put the groceries away.

At the Bistro, Ava and Stefan discuss having their worst lunch since they opened and worry about word of mouth killing them. Ava reveals that she called Stephanie to do PR because they need damage control. They talk about needing to stay up and running to avoid suspicion while they do Clyde’s dirty work. Stephanie arrives and greets them. Ava complains that they had no crowd and just three people for lunch. Stephanie asks why that is and how she can help. Ava explains that when they first reopened, they were doing fantastic business and their New Year’s Eve bash was a huge success with great online reviews, but now they’ve gone from 5 stars to 0 stars overnight, so they need Stephanie to turn that around.

Sarah reminds Xander that she’s going to the hospital today. Xander understands they are short staffed and she’s covering some shifts. Xander mentions that he will take Victoria in to the office later today as he just wants to check in to see what’s happening. Sarah asks if he trusts Chad. Xander says it’s not that he doesn’t, but when you’re that close to things, sometimes you miss the small things on the bottom line. Sarah reminds Xander what happened last time he was solely focused on profits. Xander assures that he is a new him and thanks her for taking him at his word. Xander adds that he’s more motivated than ever to be a stand up person because having Victoria and Sarah in his life makes him want to be a better person so he’s just looking to grow his legitimate business in legitimate ways which Sarah is happy to hear. Sarah decides she should get going, so Xander tells her to have a great day at the hospital as she exits.

Paulina reads Everett’s article in the Spectator on the MLK Day success and comments on how well things went. Abe and Chanel praise her as being wonderful. Paulina then gets an alert on her phone that the doctor can see her now, so they head to the room together.

Chad tells Everett that the bust at the Bistro went bust so he didn’t really expect to see Stefan. Everett wonders if Stefan could have been tipped off. Chad supposes it’s possible. Everett mentions quotes from witnesses saying that Stefan and Ava appeared shocked by the raid and says he still needs to do more digging but he thinks it’s their responsibility to bust this thing wide open. Chad says with as good as Everett is, he’s sure they can.

Stephanie recalls being at the Bistro on New Year’s Eve and says it was a great party. Ava and Stefan remember her being there with Everett and that he investigated the overdose of Holly. Stefan remarks that there was no reason for that raid. Stephanie understands his frustration. Stefan complains that the city has cracked down on everything and for some reason, they are one of their main targets. Ava adds that they left with nothing but their guns drawn. Stephanie understands people will stay away after hearing about a raid. Stefan asks how to get people to forget the raid and erase that from their minds. Stephanie sits with them and says she put together some ideas after Ava called. Stephanie states that they need to immediately add photos from New Year’s Eve to the website. Stefan asks about the reviews. Ava suggests writing some fake ones since people do that all the time. Stephanie says they do, but she doesn’t like that idea and thinks pictures will be enough, suggesting pictures of people having a good time at the party and pictures of the food they were serving. Stephanie adds that they need to make sure there is no more talk about the raid anywhere and delete any comments or posts that pop up. Stephanie suggests maybe mentioning that they are considering a lawsuit against the Salem police department which Stefan calls an interesting idea. Stephanie says to let her know as soon as possible whatever promotions they are open to, what they can give away and to comp their regulars so that they feel apart of the Bistro family. Ava asks if she thinks that will be enough. Stephanie responds that there might be something else she can do.

Xander goes to the Spectator and greets Chad and Everett. Xander brings Victoria in and shows her to them. Chad asks what brings him by. Xander jokes that Victoria just wanted to pop in and say hello. They say they were just going over the latest edition of the Spectator and show it to Xander. Xander reads it over and calls it excellent, noting the highlight of their sponsorship of the event. Chad mentions that he has another sponsorship idea. Chad brings up Wendy leaving a message about a geo-cash scavenger hunt in the city on Valentine’s Day which is already in the works. Xander questions why they need to throw money at it if it’s already in the works and says it seems like a bad call to him.

Paulina complains about having to wait for her prescription. Abe says that the nurse said it should be ready in 30 minutes or so. Chanel brings up getting another doctor for another opinion but Paulina says those reports don’t lie and the doctors are just there to offer the best treatments possible. Paulina wants to concentrate on what she has to do to get well. Paulina adds that she pretty much expected this diagnosis and she’s been doing a lot of reading on the different cancers and treatments, so she’s ready to do whatever she has to do to get cured. Abe assures they are ready to do whatever they have to do to help her through this. Paulina says she knows that and admits that she was very scared, hoping that there was nothing serious wrong with her and that it wasn’t cancer, but now that she knows that it is, she’s strangely feeling stronger and hopeful. Paulina is very grateful to know that she has her daughter and husband by her side. Abe insists they are going through this together as a family. Chanel adds that she’s so proud of her. Paulina complains about waiting so Chanel decides to go check on her meds. Paulina says she just wants to get her meds and go home. Paulina asks if Abe reached Nicole about Holly. Abe confirms that Nicole got Holly on the plane to Italy. Paulina says she is praying for them. Chanel goes to the counter and calls Johnny to inform him that they got Paulina’s diagnosis and it is what they were all worried about. Chanel adds that Paulina is being stoic but she doesn’t know if that’s for her and Abe. Chanel tells Johnny that she needs to see him and hangs up. Sarah then approaches and asks Chanel if everything is okay. Chanel says not really as Paulina just got her biopsy results and she has thyroid cancer. Sarah says she’s so sorry. Chanel talks about Paulina being really brave but she’s scared. Sarah asks if there’s anything she can do. Chanel asks Sarah to talk to Paulina as it might help her to get reassurance from her. Sarah agrees to do so and says she will look at her chart for some information first. Chanel thanks her.

Chad questions Xander being here to stop an opportunity for good press. Xander says he’s here to stop wasting money and worries that two major sponsorships in less than a month makes them seem desperate. Chad sees it as an opportunity for community relations while Xander feels it’s pandering for respectability. Xander adds that they can go over the numbers. Chad questions if this is why he really came by. Xander says he just came for clarity on recent expenditures. Xander notes that he noticed an unaccounted for withdrawal of $5000 while going over the books and questions what that was for. Everett informs him that was for him to grease the palms of potential informants. Xander questions that when a couple of bottles of gin might have done it. They start to argue but Leo arrives and greets them. Leo says he’s so thrilled to be back working with them. Xander calls Leo annoying and sometimes obnoxious but acknowledges that unlike some, he doesn’t squander the Spectator’s money and actually brings it in.

Stephanie tells Ava and Stefan that her date on New Year’s Eve is the editor-in-chief of the Spectator, so the Spectator is another one of her clients. Stephanie says that she and Chad are on good terms and Everett has clout there, so that definitely helps get some positive publicity out for the Bistro. Stefan adds that Chad is his brother and they are also on good terms so he’s going to go have a chat with him and also go see Gabi. Stefan tells them to continue brainstorming and he will catch up when he’s done. Stefan kisses Ava goodbye and then exits which surprises Stephanie. Ava remarks that they are a match made in Heaven.

Sarah brings Paulina, Chanel, and Abe to a waiting room at the hospital. Paulina says her doctor was fine, very direct and didn’t sugarcoat anything. Paulina doesn’t want anyone feeling sorry for her. Sarah agrees that sugarcoating a diagnosis is unfair but feels it’s their job to be there. Sarah tells Paulina that Marlena or any other psychiatrist will be happy to help her through this. Paulina says she will keep that in mind. Sarah knows cancer is very upsetting and encourages that it can be treatable and curable. Paulina talks about reading articles about the newer advancements and how cancer can affect a person. Sarah is glad she is educating herself. Paulina understands she will need surgery which Sarah confirms. Sarah adds that Paulina can live a full, long life without a thyroid as long as she takes medication to produce the hormones that her body is no longer producing. Paulina says that surgery sounds better than inoperable. Sarah notes there may be some unforeseen complications but it’s a pretty straightforward procedure. Paulina questions what those complications might be.

Ava tells Stephanie that she’s very impressed and thanks her for putting this together on such short notice. Stephanie says that stamping out fires is just part of her job. Ava bets she’s constantly on call which Stephanie confirms. Ava guesses that must damper her social life. Stephanie says it can, but her job is the priority. Ava says Stephanie has to let loose every once in awhile, go to the Pub and black out that pressure with a drink or two. Stephanie says she very rarely does and asks where they are going with that. Ava then brings up Stephanie’s sleepover with Harris.

Leo thanks Xander for his generous assessment of his contribution to the Spectator. Chad admits he was very impressed by his piece for MLK day. Everett says that everybody was and it touched a lot of people. Xander compliments Leo on a job well done. Leo thanks them all and says it’s gratifying to be appreciated. Chad calls Leo a damn good writer. Leo jokes that he’s blushing now. Xander asks what Leo has for them today. Leo responds that he has pictures from the New Year’s Bash at Julie’s Plac as Councilman Fields dropped his phone in the parking lot while leaving and he found it. Leo shows them the photos and says a blind item would sell. Xander admits gossip sells and they need the subscribers unless they get an infusion of DiMera cash. Chad asks about Kiriakis cash. Stefan then arrives and questions what the hell he just walked in to. Chad responds that a better question would be what Stefan is doing there. Stefan says he needs a private moment with Chad.

Stephanie tells Ava that she knows Harris told her about that night but it was a mistake that she deeply regrets as she had too much to drink and aside from the kiss which she instigated, it didn’t go further. Stephanie insists that Harris is one hell of a guy. Ava agrees but says he’s just not right for her. Ava admits she’s claiming that Harris being with Stephanie is why she broke it off but claims that she was seeing Stefan behind his back. Stephanie points out that Stefan is married while Ava argues that his wife is in prison. Stephanie says she doesn’t need to explain as it’s none of her business. Ava responds that what happened with her and Harris is none of her business either anymore. Ava gives Stephanie her permission to have Harris if she wants him. Stephanie responds that she doesn’t need her permission to do anything, but she’s not interested in Harris. Stephanie suggests they get back to business.

Sarah tells Paulina that the good news is that the cancer didn’t spread to any of her lymph nodes. Sarah adds that Paulina’s symptoms are normal which is why her doctor prescribed pain meds to be used as needed and then they will schedule the surgery. Paulina wants it done as quickly as possible. Sarah believes they have time this week. Abe asks how long she’ll need to be in the hospital. Sarah says a day or two at most and then the doctor will decide if she needs any additional treatment. Paulina asks what the survival rate is for thyroid cancer. Sarah encourages that it’s a very treatable and curable cancer and she believes it’s over 90%. Paulina excitedly says she likes those odds. Paulina then asks if Sarah can be her doctor.

Chad questions Stefan needing privacy as they step out of the Spectator office. Stefan explains that he’s appealing to him as his brother and because Everett is doing a piece on the drug raids including the one done on the Bistro where he and Ava were falsely accused, probably because of who they are. Stefan brings up the bad press their family has gotten for decades which Chad says was not undeserved. Stefan argues that the cops found nothing illegal or incriminating of the raid but just the slightest mention of a raid at the Bistro kills them. Stefan complains of what they are already dealing with. Chad brings up Holly overdosing on the loading dock. Stefan argues there was no proof of anything on their part. Stefan then asks if Chad thinks he’s lying to him. Chad responds that he doesn’t know what to believe. Stefan reminds Chad of when he was accused of being the Necktie Killer. Chad calls that completely irrelevant. Stefan points out that Chad was completely innocent but that almost ruined his life, so he should understand what it’s like to be vilified unjustly.

Sarah tells Paulina that she would love to be her doctor, but she would be in better hands with a specialist but she’s flattered to be asked. Sarah says she’s there for her regardless. Sarah reminds Paulina that her medication is ready at the desk as she then exits to get back to her rounds. Abe asks Paulina if she’s feeling better now. Paulina responds that she’s very lucky to have two of the best people she knows by her side because they have got this as they hug.

Everett tells Leo to make sure the blind item is actually blind. Leo jokes that Councilman Fields is not exactly easy on the eyes. Chad returns, so Everett asks if Stefan wants them to kill the story. Chad confirms that Stefan asked them to keep the Bistro out of it. Xander guesses Chad said no due to his journalistic integrity. Everett brings up the overdose on the loading dock being part of the story. Chad declares that they are going to kill that too which Everett questions. Chad says they have plenty without it, so there’s no point in vilifying Stefan if he’s innocent. Chad says to just go with the arrest and the raid. Xander argues that it makes no sense but Chad says it makes sense to him. Everett questions what the hell Stefan said to him. Chad repeats that the Bistro, the overdose and everything is out of the piece. Everett complain that this is outrageous and unfair to Holly and every victim of the people behind this as he questions how Chad can’t see that. Chad shouts that he calls the shots and tells him to get back to work. Chad tells Xander to stay in his own lane from now on. Xander then takes Victoria and exits the office. Chad tells Everett to do what he has to do. Everett calls this an assault on the integrity of the paper. Chad tells him again to do what he has to do.

Stephanie asks Ava if they have a handshake deal on these ideas. Ava says they do and they shake hands as Stefan returns and asks if all is good. Ava confirms that it is good. Stefan announces that Chad has agreed to keep any mention of the Bistro out of the Spectator story which Stephanie calls a huge help. Stephanie says she will get the budget and proposal ready and get it to them tomorrow. Ava says this makes them so happy as she and Stefan kiss. Stephanie then exits the Bistro. Stefan tells Ava that they are really good liars. Ava agrees they are in a class of their own and decides it calls for celebration. Ava asks how Stefan visiting Gabi went. Stefan says that she’s back in her cell and keeping her ears open for anything they might want to hear. Stefan reveals that Lucas is the latest patient in the men’s infirmary as Clyde’s guys beat him up because they believed he ratted on him. Stefan insists that Lucas is going to want to eliminate Clyde by any means necessary. Stefan and Ava hope that he does. Stefan adds that he also told Gabi about their fake affair and she doesn’t love the idea but admits it’s a good cover as long as they don’t take it too far. Stefan notes that Gabi doesn’t trust Ava but she does trust him. Ava suggests they have drinks to toast to all this good news. Ava sees she has a voicemail and listens to it, then tells Stefan it was Rafe, who wants them down at the police station. Stefan declares they will be there when they are ready. Ava notes that Rafe said it needs to be today so she suggests postponing their celebration. Stefan and Ava then go ahead and drink the champagne.

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John sits at home drinking coffee and wonders what it all means as he falls asleep on the couch. Marlena walks in and touches him, causing John to jump up in a defensive position.

Outside the Brady Pub, Steve grabs Konstantin and warns that he has pushed him too far. Maggie interrupts and questions what is going on here. Maggie asks why Steve was about to attack Konstantin. Steve tells Maggie that Konstantin is not in Salem for a peaceful existence, but to take advantage of Maggie, and he has to be stopped. Steve declares that he will not stand by and watch Maggie get hurt.

Harris meets Clyde Weston in the prison visiting room. Clyde asks if Harris is able to have a life these days or if his case load is all consuming. Harris confirms that his case load is all consuming, thanks to Clyde and his drug ring. Clyde pretends not to know what he’s talking about and talks about being against drugs. Harris tells Clyde to go to Hell and calls him a lying son of a bitch.

Theresa tells Brady that she knows things blew up between them, but notes that they still had good times together. Brady agrees that they did. Theresa blames herself for screwing up and thinking Brady would hate her forever and wouldn’t be her friend, but here he is being her friend. Theresa thanks Brady for being her friend and then kisses him right as Alex comes home and sees them kissing and asks what the hell. Theresa tells Alex that it’s not what he thinks but Alex says that it is exactly what he thinks.

Maggie tells Steve that she appreciates his concern about her, but she’s also insulted that he would think she’s so naïve and a poor judge of character that she wouldn’t know if someone was taking advantage of her. Steve says he cares about her. Konstantin talks about Maggie saving his life and being more than a friend to him. Steve tells him to cut the crap. Steve insists to Maggie that Konstantin is dangerous and is conning her. Steve knows Maggie is generally a good judge of character but she’s in a vulnerable state. Maggie tells him that she doesn’t want to hear it and compares it to everyone warning her against Victor. Maggie declares that she didn’t listen then and she’s not listening now.

John apologizes to Marlena for scaring her. Marlena says it’s okay and thinks she would be more accustomed after all these years. John kisses her and asks if she slept okay. Marlena responds that she did, but John did not again. John says he didn’t want to bother her so he came to the couch. Marlena calls that sweet but asks what has him so agitated. Marlena knows they have a lot to worry about these days but she’s never seen him lose sleep before, so she asks what is going on.

Clyde remarks that Harris has a short fuse and he wouldn’t think that would serve him well in his line of work. Harris says it serves him just fine. Clyde thought it was important to be cool and collected while confronting dangerous criminals. Clyde claims he’s not one anymore as he’s truly reformed and a model prisoner. Clyde remarks that his main goal is to set an example for his fellow inmates because he’s a people person. Clyde tells Harris that he has a good feeling about him, so he’d like to offer him his feedback on Salem’s current state of affairs. Harris tells him that he’s listening. Clyde says what Harris might see as a crisis, he sees as an opportunity to grow a substantial crisis, hypothetically. Clyde adds that if he were to venture in to a particular line of business, Harris would be exactly the kind of individual he would be seeking to employ.

Theresa tells Alex that it wasn’t Brady as she kissed him and swears that it was the drugs and a momentary lapse which meant nothing. Brady knows what it looks like but insists that Theresa is telling the truth and he doesn’t take advantage of people in pain. Theresa says she just made a poor decision but assures Alex that she wants to be with him only.

Steve tells Maggie not to compare Konstantin to Victor. Maggie suggests comparing him to Steve and how Steve worked for Victor for many years while his behavior wasn’t always ethical. Steve says he was a different man back then. Maggie says that’s the point and talks about Steve and Victor both changing their ways. Maggie asks why Steve can’t give Konstantin the benefit of the doubt and believe that he can change too. Steve states that he can became a better man thanks to Kayla and Victor became a better man thanks to Maggie. Steve calls Konstantin a low life who has an agenda. Steve argues that he didn’t come to Salem randomly and came to take advantage of Maggie. Maggie says he’s entitled to his opinion but assures that Konstantin has been nothing but open and honest with her. Maggie believes Konstantin has a good heart and declares that whatever happens between them is none of Steve’s business. Steve tells Maggie that so many people in town care deeply about her and he’s one of them. Steve asks Maggie to please be careful. Maggie thanks him for his concern and sends her best to Kayla. Steve says he’s not going to let this go and walks away.

John tells Marlena that he’s fine and that he’s just been thinking a lot about Tate and Brady. Marlena says they are all concerned but asks if something more is going on that’s keeping him up at night. John claims that’s it and he’s sure that he will sleep a lot better tonight so she doesn’t have to worry about him. John reminds her that she has to get to work. Marlena tells John that she loves him. John says he loves her and kisses her. Marlena says she will talk to him later and then exits.

Harris tells Clyde that he would have to offer a hell of a compensation package to get him out of his line of work. Clyde responds that he’s capable of exactly that, but in their hypothetical situation, it wouldn’t all be easy. Harris says he wouldn’t expect it to be. Clyde warns that Harris would have to be fully vetted and he doesn’t think he would make the cut.

Theresa asks Alex to forgive her as she was just caught up in the moment and she needed comforting so she just kissed Brady and it was stupid and wrong. Theresa apologizes as it was unfair to all of them but repeats that it wasn’t Brady, it was her fault and won’t happen again. Theresa acknowledges that she was a completely different person when she was high as there was no more pain and she was just hurting so much because of Tate. Theresa cries that she’s failed her son. Brady says she fell, but it’s about how she picks herself up and recovers for her family and herself. Brady asks Theresa what the next step is. Theresa assures that she will go to a meeting and get a sponsor to devote herself to becoming sober and a better person. Theresa promises not to let Brady and Tate down again.

Konstantin sits with Maggie and thanks her for being his advocate and defending him. Maggie says she’s sorry about all this and that Steve means well and his concern comes from a good place. Maggie feels the harassment of Konstantin is not going to stop and adds that she appreciates her friends’ concern but also resents being treated like a naïve child. Maggie talks about being subjected to this before when she first got with Victor but it didn’t phase her much. Maggie states that Konstantin being continually harassed this way worries her. Maggie wonders if Salem is the best place for him. Konstantin says that is not what he wants to hear.

Marlena runs in to Eric with Jude sleeping in his stroller in the park. Marlena asks how he is. Eric admits he’s not great and apologizes for how things went last night. Marlena says she just feels bad for Sloan. Eric talks about how Sloan was nervous and thought having a drink would calm her down. Marlena notes that she doesn’t have a patient for an hour so she invites Eric to go get coffee and talk which Eric calls a great idea so they walk off together.

Harris suggests Clyde make him an offer he can’t refuse. Clyde responds that he was speaking hypothetically so there won’t be an offer. Clyde adds that he’s been amusing himself by watching Harris play along like he was going to get some intel from him but says Harris is the fool. Clyde tells Harris to go back to Salem and find out how powerless he really is. Harris tells him that he knows he’s behind the drugs that are killing people in Salem and shouts that he won’t stop until he shuts his ass down and holds him accountable. Clyde warns him about making threats and promises he can’t keep, pointing to what happened to Lucas.

Theresa can’t believe she was so weak and says she’s so ashamed. Brady encourages her not to beat herself up as she’s been through Hell lately. Theresa feels succumbing to her addiction is weak. Brady says she’s going to recommit to sobriety and get to those meetings. Theresa repeats that she is so embarrassed and she hates that Alex had to see her this way. Alex tells her it’s okay and he gets it, so he’s not judging her, but he is concerned about her. Brady adds that nobody knows what happened besides them and Jada and they aren’t going to say anything. Brady assures he won’t say a thing to Tate either. Brady tells her to reach out to him, Alex, or Maggie if she starts to feel that way again because she has to lean on people. Alex adds that he’s here for her and wants to help her any way he can. Theresa thanks him and says she is so tired. Brady suggests they all get some sleep. Brady tells them to call if they need anything as he then exits. Theresa guesses Alex wasn’t expecting this and says she understands if he wants to end things.

Steve goes to see John and asks what happened to him since he’s looking really haggard. Steve asks if everything is alright. John claims he’s fine but didn’t sleep well because of nightmares and feelings he can’t shake that something is off here. Steve asks if he recalls the nightmares but John says they disappear like nature doesn’t want him to remember. John says he’s learned when his mind goes to these dark places, it’s trying to tell him something and it’s not good. Steve informs John that he just had another run-in with Konstantin.

Konstantin tells Maggie that he’s sad that she is so distressed on his behalf that she would advise him to leave town because he’s grown fond of Salem and he’s not ready to say goodbye. Maggie asks if he’s sure with Steve treating him so badly and John having suspicions about him. Konstantin says that’s their problem and he will be fine as long as Maggie keeps looking out for him. Maggie assures that won’t change. Maggie says they can go but then sees Brady going in to the Brady Pub. Maggie then tells Konstantin that she needs to speak to Brady, so she will see him back at the mansion. Maggie heads in to the Pub while Konstantin remarks that he will see her at home.

Eric and Marlena sit together in the town square. Marlena asks how Sloan is this morning. Eric says she’s completely hungover, embarrassed, and upset with herself. Marlena asks if the drinking is something that happens frequently. Eric says not at all and that he’s never seen her get drunk like that at all. Marlena tells him that to let her know that she and John completely understand and that Sloan is part of their family now.

John asks Steve what happened with Konstantin, assuming he gave him Hell. Steve confirms that he did but then Maggie showed up with her blinders on. Steve says he tried to talk sense in to her but she wasn’t having it. Steve adds that Maggie was quick to remind him that back in the day, people warned her about Victor and she didn’t listen then. John argues that Victor wasn’t always the most honorable man but he had redeeming qualities and loved his family desperately. Steve agrees and says Konstantin is nothing but a lying buffoon and a dangerous one. Steve adds that Victor genuinely loved Maggie but it’s obvious that Maggie is nothing but a giant payday for Konstantin. John guesses they are not facing the results they aimed for with Konstantin so he thinks they need to approach from a different angle. Steve asks what he has in mind. John thinks it’s time they just back off.

Alex tells Theresa that he doesn’t want out at all and he just wants her to be okay. Theresa hates what she put Alex through and scaring him. Alex says they are in this together. Theresa calls that really nice of him and she hates that he had to see her kissing Brady. Alex says she explained that so they aren’t going to talk about it anymore. Theresa repeats that the kiss was nothing. Alex acknowledges that she and Brady had a kid together, both struggled with addiction, and he can see how happy it made her that he came to help her tonight. Alex feels like Theresa just really needed Brady. Theresa admits that she did and that she doesn’t know if she could have gotten through this without him.

Clyde tells Harris that it’s a damn shame what happened to Lucas. Harris calls him a son of a bitch and says he’s lucky that Lucas is alive. Clyde says the whole point of the attack was to send a message outside these walls and now Harris is here across from him and he’s got a message for him.

Brady sits with Maggie in the Pub and asks how she heard about Theresa. Maggie explains that she ran in to Alex, who told her that she had a slip. Brady calls it understandable with what they have had to handle with their son. Brady assures that he hasn’t been tempted but he can relate to wanting to escape from the stress and anxiety. Brady adds that Theresa is with Alex now, but he’s worried that she could relapse again. Brady remembers that John and Marlena have an extra room and brings up moving her in to keep an eye on her but Maggie says absolutely not as that would be the worst thing he could do right now.

Marlena asks Eric for an update on his photography business. Eric says it’s doing better than he expected as he updated his website, social media, and put out some flyers. Marlena is glad that he has a creative outlet. Eric admits that the extra money will be nice too, especially after Christmas and having a kid. Marlena says she and John will be happy to babysit anytime. Eric assures that they will be soon.

Steve remarks that the lack of sleep must be really getting to John as he questions wanting to back off Konstantin. John explains that he’s thinking if they keep pushing Maggie, she’ll start resenting them more and more while Konstantin obviously wants to play the victim. John says as long as Konstantin plays that role convincingly with Maggie, they are stuck with him. John adds that Konstantin is playing the long game, so if they give him the distance but keep feeding him just enough rope, he may hang himself. Steve agrees to try it his way for Maggie’s sake. Steve says he’ll check in with him later and advises him to get some sleep. John says that’s the plan as Steve exits.

Alex tells Theresa that he needs her to be honest with him as he asks if she still has feelings for Brady. Theresa responds that Brady is the father of her son and that is the extent of their relationship and she has no romantic feelings for him at all anymore. Theresa acknowledges that they are both recovering addicts but that doesn’t mean she wants to be with him. Theresa adds that the kiss was reckless, impulsive, and a big mistake. Theresa guesses Alex doesn’t believe her.

Harris asks Clyde what his message is for him. Clyde calls it more of a mandate which Harris questions. Clyde warns him to focus his attention elsewhere as he surely has more important things to do than squander time and resources on him. Harris assures he has plenty of time because he’s a lone wolf, ex-military with no family. Harris then asks Clyde if he really wants to come after somebody who has nothing to lose. Clyde says he’ll buy him as a lone wolf but doubts he has nothing to lose because surely he has people he cares about, maybe one special person who means a lot to him that he would hate to see something bad happen to because it would be on him. Clyde says if that special person got hurt, Harris would have no one but himself to blame. Harris warns that if Clyde pushes him or comes after anyone he cares about, it will be the last thing he ever does. Clyde responds that he was nice meeting him and he really enjoyed their chat. Harris states that he’s been warned as he then exits.

Maggie tells Brady that he and Theresa are in a very fragile state while worried about Tate. Maggie thinks the stress of helping Theresa maintaining her sobriety could put Brady at risk. Maggie offers to reach out to Theresa, take her to a meeting, and find her a sponsor. Maggie adds that if she needs more help, she’ll reach out to Roman and Kayla. Brady agrees that is a good idea and mentions that he recommended Theresa reach out to Maggie. Maggie decides she will call her today. Brady appreciates her so much for doing this. Maggie assures that she is here for Brady and Theresa.

Theresa insists to Alex that she and Brady have been over for a long time and they just co-parent Tate. Theresa says right now, she needs to focus on her sobriety and she needs to know that he trusts her, so she asks if he does. Theresa declares that if he doesn’t trust her, she thinks she should move out as she thinks that would be best for both of them if she goes back to California to be with her mom, to get herself in a better place until she can see Tate.

Konstantin goes to his room in the Kiriakis Mansion and pulls out a card from a book as he declares that he never thought he would see The Pawn again.

John sits at home with his coffee and looks around confused.

Steve goes to the Brady Pub and has a drink at the bar, questioning if it could really be.

Konstantin says all in good time as he smiles.

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Eric prays at Holly’s bedside in the hospital.

Nicole packs Holly’s bag at home.

Alex and Brady bring Theresa home. Theresa complains that she still wants to party but Brady says she’s not going anywhere. Theresa claims she wants to go run an errand as Alex and Brady try to sit her down. Brady tells Theresa that she’s not going for another fix as the most important thing she can do is recover from her relapse. Theresa says she’s not interested and tries to run but Brady stops her. Theresa yells that she needs to go and it’s really important. Brady tells her that she’s getting sober and not going anywhere.

Steve runs in to Konstantin outside of the Brady Pub. Konstantin invites him to join him for coffee in the Pub or if he’d rather ship him back to his hometown of Aria. Konstantin brings up Steve’s reaction when he first brought up Aria. Konstantin says he knows Steve was lying when he said he’s not certain if he had ever been there.

Harris goes to the prison infirmary where Kate is sitting at Lucas’s bedside as Lucas has been beaten unconscious. Kate blames Harris for saying he would protect Lucas and calls him a bastard for never caring about her son.

Eric finishes praying over Holly as Maggie joins him in the room. Eric tells Maggie that he’s so sorry for her granddaughter. Maggie calls it painfully ironic that she devoted most of her adult life to staying sober and helping other people stay sober, yet she watched drugs and alcohol claim her daughter Summer and now, she’s watched drugs put her granddaughter in a coma. Eric brings up his choice to get behind the wheel while drunk and taking her son’s life. Maggie says she found forgiveness in her heart for him because of Holly. Maggie cries that they both love Holly, so she knew she had to let go of her anger towards him. Eric responds that he’s deeply grateful. Maggie acknowledges Eric as being Holly’s father longer than EJ or Daniel. Maggie notes that the doctors say Holly can hear what they are saying. Maggie knows it means a lot to Holly that Eric is there and cries that it means a lot to her too as Eric hugs her.

EJ tells Nicole that the car will be there in five minutes to take them to the hospital and asks if she needs any help. Nicole responds that she was just packing Holly’s suitcase for Italy and she couldn’t stop thinking about how she looked on New Year’s Eve. Nicole jokes about Holly still sleeping with her favorite stuffed animal. Nicole tells EJ that Holly is all grown up but she’s still her little girl. EJ asks if she’s sure she doesn’t want him to come with her to Italy. Nicole says she could be gone weeks or months and the work EJ is doing here is important. EJ tells her that he will be there when he can and he’ll be on the jet in a heartbeat if she needs him. Nicole states that EJ has done so much already and she’s so grateful that he reached out to these doctors and that Holly qualified for the treatment. Nicole adds that they said Holly needed to be surrounded by things that are important to her, so she’s got the complete Taylor Swift collection and all of her favorite books. Nicole talks about Holly making her a better person. Nicole declares that when they come home and Holly is well again, she knows that EJ will have made sure the drug dealers will never hurt Holly or anyone else again.

Harris apologizes to Kate and says that the warden assured him that the guards were supposed to protect Lucas. Kate complains that she will never trust Harris again. Lucas wakes up and tells them both to stop and says that Kate’s giving him a headache.

Steve asks Konstantin what difference it makes if he ever set foot in his hometown. Konstantin argues that if he had been there, he would never forget it as it’s the most beautiful place on Earth. Konstantin says the real question is why he’s so secretive about it and why he doesn’t want him to know.

Theresa tells Brady and Alex that she doesn’t need to hear anything from anyone. Alex argues that they are trying to help her. Theresa complains that she doesn’t need help as she’s happy for the first time in a long time. Brady argues that she’s just high. Theresa says he doesn’t understand as her son is being punished for something he didn’t do and she can’t see him. Theresa cries that it’s not fair. Brady agrees and understands. Theresa brings up Eric coming over and praying and acting like he’s really worried because of Tate when he could’ve just called Nicole. Theresa complains that Alex was supposed to call a lawyer and get the charges dropped while Brady just tried to cover for Tate. Theresa yells at them for making things worse as she ends up accidentally breaking apart the rosary that Eric had given her.

Harris asks Lucas what happened as they only told them that somebody jumped him in the yard. Lucas says they were all wearing the same thing and they came at him from behind so he can’t identify anybody. Harris asks if they said anything. Lucas says that they said a lot, most of which he can’t say in front of his mother. Lucas states that they basically said he asked the wrong people a few too many questions. Harris asks who he talked to. Lucas mentions a guard, a girl from the cafeteria, and the janitor. Lucas says he thought he could trust them but he was wrong. Harris reveals that they might have a dirty cop on the Salem PD. Kate questions why he didn’t tell them. Harris says they didn’t know for sure and it’s just a hunch, but they are taking it very seriously.

EJ and Nicole go to Holly’s hospital room. Nicole greets Eric and Maggie. Eric says he wanted to spend a few more moments with Holly before they left. Maggie asks when the helicopter will be there. EJ says it will be five minutes and the DiMera Jet is ready to go, so they should be in by the night. Maggie guesses it’s time to say goodbye. Maggie tells Holly that she loves her and that she can’t wait to hear her voice again when she comes home.

Theresa starts to panic over the broken rosary and says God will never forgive her. Alex says he’ll take care of it as he and Brady sit Theresa down on the couch. Alex asks if they should get her something stronger than water but Brady says they can’t do that. Alex argues that he can’t just do nothing so Brady tells him to leave then.

Steve tells Konstantin that he doesn’t know what he’s talking about and he’s not interested. Steve orders Konstantin to go back to Maggie’s, pack his bags, and go off to Greece. Konstantin suggests there’s a reason their paths keep crossing. Konstantin stops him and asks if he’s ever heard of The Pawn. Konstantin remarks that the mere mention of The Pawn stopped him in his tracks. Steve responds that the only pawn he knows is in chess and that’s not really his game, so he has no idea what he’s talking about. Konstantin insists this is no game and says that many years ago, Victor played a deadly game and the coveted prize was the Pawn. Konstantin talks about the Pawn being a man of mystery who played an important part in Victor’s life and his.

Nicole talks about wanting Holly to be surrounded by the love of everyone who has been praying for. Eric says the doctors must be hopeful about the treatment. Nicole talks about how Holly was planning to apply for colleges but everything that seemed important then doesn’t even matter now. Eric encourages that the doctors will help her. Nicole says no matter what, she will be there for her, talking and praying for her as she will never give up on her daughter.

Kate tells Harris that she thought the reward of Lucas getting out of prison was worth the risk because Harris assured them that people would be looking over him but he was either lying or misguided because Lucas is still here with a target on his back. Kate demands Harris get Lucas out now. Harris says he’s going to make a call and exits. Lucas asks if there’s anything Harris can do. Kate says there better be since Harris got him in to this, so he better get him out.

Alex questions why he should leave when it’s his place and Theresa is his girlfriend. Brady apologizes and calls it a knee jerk reaction, saying of course he doesn’t have to leave and that he’s just rattled. Brady thinks Theresa is fine with showing her worst self to her but she’s embarrassed in front of Alex so it’s agitating her. Brady suggests Theresa could use some donuts and coffee as he doesn’t know when she’s eaten last and the caffeine might help. Alex agrees to go get her some donuts and coffee then. Brady thanks him and reminds him to get dark chocolate too. Alex tells Theresa that he will be right back and exits. Brady encourages Theresa to keep drinking water and tries to get her back to the couch but she falls in to his arms.

Eric hopes Nicole will let him know how Holly is doing which she agrees to do. Nicole tells Eric to enjoy his baby boy and cherish every moment with him. Eric says he will and thanks her. EJ then gets a text that the helicopter has landed. EJ asks Eric to give them a moment with Holly. Eric wishes safe travels and exits the room. Nicole recalls when Holly was a fussy baby and she prayed she would go to sleep and now she wishes so badly she would wake up. EJ says he can only imagine how fiercely she fought like her mother. EJ adds that he loves them both very much. EJ tells Holly to get well soon and swears to get justice done in her name.

Harris returns to Kate and Lucas and apologizes to Kate as the agreement was that Lucas would provide evidence and they won’t release him without meeting those terms. Kate argues that Harris told her that the two successful drug raids were because of the intel that Lucas provided. Lucas questions that not being enough to get him out. Harris says it’s because the raids didn’t lead to the source. Harris declares that he’s not giving up and even if he can’t get Lucas out, he will do everything in his power to make sure he’s safe. Kate complains that Harris said that before, so she doesn’t believe a word out of his mouth.

Maggie runs in to Alex in the town square. Alex asks if he can talk to her for a second. Maggie says she’s not in the mood as she just came from saying goodbye to her granddaughter, who is on her way to Italy for experimental treatments. Alex says he’s sorry as he’s sure that was rough but he thinks she might want to know about Theresa. Maggie asks if she’s alright. Alex reveals that she’s not as she had a slip up last night and got high, so he’s really worried about her.

Brady sits with Theresa, who starts to come to and asks him to please tell her this was a bad dream. Theresa questions why she just gave in like that after all her years of sobriety. Theresa feels she let Brady, Tate, and Alex down. Brady assures that Alex cares about her and no one is judging her. Theresa complains that she doesn’t deserve either of them or anyone’s love. Brady encourages that she’s worked hard and made amends and he’s seen her struggles to become a better person. Theresa says she’s not talking about the past, so Brady asks what she is talking about. Theresa states that she’s talking about now and she’s tried to change but she’s just been a failure. Theresa remarks that she’s done some really horrible things. Theresa thinks back to her and Konstantin making Alex the heir of Victor instead of Xander. Theresa cries that she’s a bad person and tells Brady that he needs to know that.

Steve questions Konstantin saying this pawn played an important role in his life but he doesn’t know who he was and asks how that makes any sense. Konstantin says his identity is certainly known to Steve as Victor’s former employee. Steve asks why he’s so determined to know who he was. Konstantin responds that to him, the Pawn was just a name until he saw his eyes and he will never forget those eyes. Steve questions Konstantin seeing the Pawn’s eyes but not knowing who he is. Konstantin says he doesn’t, but Steve does. Steve says he’s had enough of this crap but Konstantin demands that Steve tell him who he is.

Kate tells Harris that she’ll always be grateful to him for saving her life but warns him about fixing this. Harris takes full responsibility and swears that he will fix it. Harris promises nothing will happen to Lucas as long as he’s in here. The guard comes in and informs Harris that someone is in the visiting room to see him. Harris asks who it is and how they know he’s there. The guard says that the man just said he needs to talk to him. Harris agrees to be right there. Harris apologizes again to Kate and says he’s going to make this right and get Lucas out one way or another as he then exits.

Maggie asks Alex where Theresa is now. Alex informs her that she’s at home with Brady since he called Brady after being unable to find her in the middle of the night. Alex explains that the cops got involved and found her high at a motel. Alex says he wanted to bring her to the hospital but Brady and Jada said it wasn’t necessary so they didn’t bring her home right away out of worry that she would spiral further and stayed at the motel a little longer. Maggie calls it terribly sad news and says she’s very sorry to hear it. Alex agrees and says that Brady sent him to get coffee and donuts, but he thinks Brady is really just trying to get rid of him because he thinks he’s just agitating Theresa more if she thinks he’s judging her. Maggie says that caffeine and sugar will definitely help Theresa. Maggie is proud of Alex for including Brady since he’s a recovering addict and he knows Theresa very well. Maggie calls that a very good call. Alex agrees but worries about what to do or say to Theresa when Brady is gone. Maggie suggests encouraging her to go to meetings and to be very supportive, kind, and not judgmental. Alex doesn’t think he’s going to drink around her anymore. Maggie agrees that would be very helpful in the first few weeks, but eventually recovering addicts needs to tolerate drinking in their presence without being affected by it. Alex says he’s still going to abstain from alcohol for awhile. Maggie calls that very good of him. Maggie says she’s here for Theresa anytime, but she’s here for Alex too if he needs help or advice. Maggie tells him to just call and walks away as Alex thanks her.

Brady asks what Theresa is talking about as far as recent horrible things she’s done. Theresa says she shouldn’t have said anything but Brady points out that she did. Theresa calls herself a failure and says that’s all he needs to know. Brady argues that this was one slip and she’s going to fight back from this so that everything will be okay. Brady mentions Tate, so Theresa begs him not to tell Tate about this. Brady agrees not to as he sees no reason or need to tell him. Theresa thanks him. Brady knows things look bleak and she’s down but it’s always darkest before the dawn. Theresa wishes she believed that. Brady calls it a pattern in his life as things do get better. Brady tells Theresa that she’s going to be okay because she’s one of the strongest women he knows. Brady encourages that she will fight back and she will be fine, for her son and for herself.

Holly is stretchered out of her hospital room. EJ tells Nicole that he guesses this is goodbye for now. EJ and Nicole kiss as Eric looks on. EJ tells Nicole that he will miss her every day. Nicole says she will miss him too as they hug. Nicole then goes with Holly onto the elevator. EJ and Eric watch on and then Eric walks away.

Theresa tells Brady that she’s getting really sleepy now. Brady encourages her to keep drinking water. Theresa apologizes for Alex calling him. Brady says he’s glad that he did as he wants to be here for her. Theresa says she’s really glad that he is. Theresa knows things blew up between them, but notes that they still had good times together. Brady agrees that they did. Theresa blames herself for screwing up and thinking Brady would hate her forever and wouldn’t be her friend, but here he is being her friend. Theresa thanks Brady for being her friend and then kisses him right as Alex comes home and sees them kissing.

Konstantin demands Steve tell him about the Pawn. Steve shouts that there’s nothing to tell and tells him to get the hell out of his way. Konstantin accuses him of hiding something. Steve argues that Konstantin is the one who came to town to scam his way in to Maggie’s life with secrets and lies. Konstantin continues demanding answers. Steve then grabs Konstantin and warns that he has pushed him too far. Maggie interrupts and questions what is going on here.

Kate laments to Lucas that life is never easy for him. Lucas guesses he takes after her like that. Kate tells Lucas that she is so proud of him and encourages him to hang tough. Kate tells Lucas that she loves him so much as he falls back asleep.

Harris goes to the visiting room and finds Clyde Weston. Clyde informs Harris that he requested his presence in hopes that they could have a chat about current events in Salem, like what happened to Lucas. Clyde calls it a damn shame.

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