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Days of Our Lives Update

Update written by Joseph

Brady is on the phone at the hospital with his son Tate, encouraging him about Marlena hanging in there. Brady thanks Tate for calling and tells him that he loves him. After he hangs up, Gabi arrives at the hospital and tells Brady that she needs to see Marlena now.

Li is in his hotel room, on the phone with his father. Li assures that he’s not proud of what he’s done but argues that he won’t go down for anything because the police can’t prove that he was working with Dr. Rolf and that’s how it’s going to stay. Li adds that his position as EJ’s second in command is completely in tact. Li acknowledges that he made an enemy of EJ’s brother Stefan, but assures that he can handle him. Li hangs up and then Stefan shows up at his door.

Stephanie lays on the couch at home in tears as she holds Kayla’s last note to her. Her brothers, Tripp and Joey then arrive and hug her.

Kristen comes downstairs at the DiMera Mansion as the doorbell rings. Kristen answers the door and is shocked to see Steve. Kristen tries to shut the door but he blocks it and chases her inside. Steve grabs Kristen and declares that it’s time for her to answer for what she did to Kayla.

Johnny comes downstairs at the Brady Pub and runs in to Wendy. Johnny hugs her and asks what brings her by. Wendy says she just came by for breakfast and thought he would be at the hospital. Johnny responds that he was there all night and just came by to check on Roman. Wendy is sure he appreciated that. Johnny says Roman lost his wife and his sister in the same day. Wendy calls it unimaginable and asks how Johnny is doing. Johnny claims he’s okay but Wendy notes that he doesn’t look okay and like he hasn’t slept. Johnny admits he doesn’t remember when he last ate. Wendy encourages him to take care of himself too. Johnny responds that he can’t stop thinking about Marlena. Wendy asks what the doctors are saying and if she made any improvement over night.

Brady tells Gabi that Marlena is in critical condition so visitation is strictly limited. Gabi argues that this is urgent and everything depends on it. Brady doesn’t understand. Gabi reminds Brady that he was at her wedding when she remembered Dr. Rolf telling her that Li brainwashed Stefan, and now Stefan wants it undone so she needs Marlena to make it happen. Brady questions this being about Gabi’s love life and asks if she’s out of her freaking mind.

Li tells Stefan that this might sound crazy but he’s glad he’s there as they have a lot to discuss. Li says that Stefan is clearly angry but he hopes they can be adults and hash this out with a conversation. Stefan doesn’t think so and responds by punching Li down.

Stephanie didn’t know Tripp and Joey were getting in so early or she would’ve picked them up. They assure it’s fine. Stephanie is glad they are both there as Steve really needs them all now. They ask where he is. Stephanie responds that he got up early and went out, so she thinks he just needs some time alone…

Kristen tells Steve that he doesn’t want to do this, that she feels for him and she’s so sorry about Kayla. Steve responds that sorry won’t bring his wife back. Steve argues that she knew those women would need boosters to survive and said nothing. Steve calls her a selfish pathetic psycho that couldn’t get Brady to love her, so she blackmailed him with three lives over his head while the virus was ticking away. Kristen argues that she did care but Steve shouts that she only cared about herself. Steve says if Kristen wasn’t so cold blooded and deranged then Marlena would be home while Kayla and Kate would be alive. Steve declares that Kristen took away the love of his life and the mother of his children, so now she needs to pay.

Stephanie tells Joey and Tripp that she’s never seen Steve like this before. She talks about Steve wanting to find a solution to make everything okay but he can’t this time. Joey says they have to take the stress off of Steve and let him know they will be okay. Joey says they will start as soon as Steve gets home. Tripp assures that he’s there for Steve but mentions that he also has to go see his mom since he’s all she has left and he can’t turn his back on her. Tripp says he won’t be long and then exits. Joey reads Stephanie’s note from Kayla. Stephanie cries that those were Kayla’s last words to her which Joey questions. Stephanie informs him that she didn’t get a chance to say goodbye to Kayla because someone robbed her of that chance.

Johnny tells Wendy that Marlena isn’t saying goodbye yet and is fighting with everything she has. Wendy encourages that she will win, reminding him that Marlena beat the Devil twice. Johnny acknowledges this is bad and that the doctors are trying but everything is experimental. Wendy tells him something will work. Johnny says that’s what he’s praying for. Johnny gets a text and says he has to go. Wendy tells him to go be with his family. Johnny remembers that last time he saw her, she was on her way to talk Gabi in to taking Li back and asks how that went. Wendy informs him that Stefan got there before her and told her everything, so Gabi tore in to her and threw her out. Johnny says at least she tried. Wendy states that Li and Gabi getting back together is not going to happen as there’s only one person Gabi wants to be with now.

Li guesses he deserves that punch but remarks that violence doesn’t seem like Stefan’s style. Stefan says it’s not but it felt extremely satisfying. Stefan tells him to relax as he won’t hit him again even though it’s tempting since it’s not every day you find out you were brainwashed. Li gets up and says if he tells anyone, he will deny it, but he’s sorry. Li explains that he was desperately in love with Gabi and terrified of losing her. Stefan acknowledges that love will have you do some crazy things and in Li’s case, it wasn’t just brainwashing but attempted murder. Stefan reveals that he knows Li turned off the machines that were keeping him alive. Stefan adds that he’s suddenly thinking maybe one punch wasn’t enough.

Gabi argues that this isn’t about her or her love life, but about Stefan. Brady tells her that he’s sorry but Stefan is not a priority right now. Gabi mocks him having no compassion for a brainwashed man and argues that Stefan wants his mind right after being brainwashed and she knows that Marlena would want to help him. Brady responds that what Marlena wants is to not die like the two women before her. Gabi doesn’t see the harm in just letting her ask. Brady can’t believe she’s serious since Marlena is hanging on by a thread to stay conscious. Brady asks if Gabi stopped to think how insane this is. Gabi reminds Brady that Stefan was also programmed to love Chloe. Brady calls her unbelievable. Gabi remarks that she thought that would make this urgent for him but guesses he doesn’t love Chloe anymore. Brady assures that he does love Chloe. Chloe then arrives at the hospital.

Wendy exits the Brady Pub and runs in to Tripp. They hug and she says she’s so happy to see him, asking when he got in. Tripp says it was just awhile ago. Wendy tells him that she’s so sorry about Kayla as she knows they were really close. Tripp says they never imagined she would relapse and he just wishes he had been there. Tripp asks how Wendy is doing. Wendy says she’s okay. Tripp mentions hearing some stuff about her brother and he wasn’t sure if it was true as it seemed pretty out there. Wendy confirms that it is. Tripp says he’s sorry as it sounds rough. Wendy responds that she learned a lesson to stay the hell out of people’s love lives.

Chloe greets Brady and Gabi, asking what they were talking about. Gabi remarks that it was nothing important to Brady. Chloe says she just came to check on Marlena and see if there’s anything she could do. Brady responds that it’s good that someone is here for the right reasons. Chloe asks if she’s missing something. Brady calls it just a wild display of selfishness on Gabi’s part. Gabi argues that it’s the opposite of selfish as she’s trying to help someone she cares about. Brady explains that Gabi wants Stefan back and she thinks the way to do that is to bug Marlena about it which is not going to happen. Gabi tells him to forget it and that she’s leaving. Gabi warns Chloe that Stefan wants to be deprogrammed and she will make it happen, so it’s not a matter of if he leaves her, but when. Chloe remarks that she’s awfully confident. Gabi declares that true love always wins as she then exits the hospital.

Stefan asks if Li’s not going to deny it. Li admits that he pulled the plug and he still can’t believe it but luckily Kristen showed up when she did. Li tells Stefan that he has to understand that he wasn’t in his right mind as all he could think about was losing the woman he loved. Li knows what he did was reprehensible but calls it a moment of madness. Li swears that it was temporary insanity and that he regrets all of it. Li wishes there was something he could do to make it up to him. Stefan responds that there is something. Stefan says that Marlena is in the hospital, dying, while he wants to undo what was done to him and there’s one person who can fix both. Stefan declares that if Li wants to make up for what he’s done, he will help him find Dr. Rolf. Li responds that he’s sorry but he has no idea where Dr. Rolf is and suggests he ask Kristen.

Kristen tells Steve that he’s scaring her and swears that she would’ve done anything to help those women. Steve asks why she didn’t come to them with the Orchid so they could’ve made more serum to save their lives then. Steve argues that she would’ve lost her leverage over Brady and calls her a spiteful bitch. Steve bets the orchid isn’t even stolen and that she has it hidden somewhere, waiting for Marlena to die. Steve says that Kristen loves having the power to take lives. Steve warns that Kristen has made so many innocent people suffer, so now it’s her turn. Steve tells Kristen to think about her family and future because it’s all going to slip away from her. Kristen tries to fight him off but Steve overpowers her. Kristen pleads with him not to do anything he’s going to regret as Steve begins choking her.

Stephanie informs Joey about Alex turning off his phone. Alex calls it so unbelievably wrong. Stephanie talks about how she could’ve been with Kayla to comfort her. Stephanie cries that she took it for granted when Kayla got better the first time. Joey encourages that it’s not her fault, but Alex’s, for her not being there. Stephanie wishes she never got involved with him. Joey admits he’s surprised she did since after the last guy, she said she wasn’t ready to get involved with anyone again. Stephanie says she wasn’t ready and she told Alex numerous times that she wasn’t interested in him. Joey asks what happened. Stephanie guesses he wore her down and was so damn persistent that she gave it a shot and look where that got her.

Steve chokes Kristen, asking how she thinks Kayla felt when she took her last breath. Johnny then runs in and pulls Steve off of Kristen.

Stefan asks Li why Kristen would know where Dr. Rolf is. Li responds that Kristen employed him for years. Stefan argues that Li set him up in Jakarta, so it would make sense that he would move him. Li responds that he was as surprised as anyone that he took off. Stefan guesses it must have been a huge relief that he was gone before the authorities showed up. Stefan bets he could tear the entire room up and not find a single piece of evidence linking Li to Dr. Rolf. Li assures that he doesn’t know where he is and he’s not in contact with him. Li asks if Stefan believes him. Stefan warns that if he finds out Li is lying, that punch he got will feel like a pat on the back compared to what’s coming his way. Stefan adds that Li’s going to want to clear his desk out at DiMera. Li responds that it’s not his call as only EJ can fire him. Stefan questions if he thinks EJ is going to let him stay on after what he’s done. Stefan declares that nothing is more important to EJ than family as he then exits the room. Li mutters that there’s nothing more important to EJ than covering his own ass. Li then grabs the phone and calls Dr. Rolf.

Brady tells Chloe about how Gabi thought she could just sail in to Marlena’s room and request that she undo Stefan’s brainwashing but he shot her down which is why she was nastier than usual. Chloe remarks that Gabi’s reason towards her was because she’s with the love of Gabi’s life. Brady calls that hard to forget. Chloe apologizes for how that came out. Brady asks if Chloe came to see Marlena. Chloe says she knows Brady is going through a lot, so she came to check on him too. Brady doesn’t want to make a fool of himself. Chloe assures that he’s not and assumes he wanted to ask if she changed her mind about him.

Stefan comes out of the Salem Inn and runs in to Gabi in the town square.

Joey guesses things between Stephanie and Alex got serious pretty quickly. Stephanie says that’s why what he did hurt so badly. They talk about Kayla being their constant rock. Stephanie declares that now they have to find a way to be okay without her as it’s just them now.

Johnny questions what Steve is trying to do and if he wants to go to prison. Johnny tells Steve that he needs to stay away from Kristen. Johnny checks on Kristen while Steve argues that she deserved it. Johnny tells Steve to go. Steve questions Johnny defending her. Steve tells Johnny to take care of the woman who killed his Aunt Kayla and Kate. Steve then reminds him that his grandmother Marlena might be next. Steve then walks out of the DiMera Mansion. Kristen thanks Johnny for saving her life. Johnny responds that he did it for Steve, not her.

Wendy asks Tripp how Steve is doing. Tripp says he hasn’t seen him yet since he wasn’t home when they got in, so he decided to come check on Roman and pay his respects. Wendy mentions that Johnny was just there checking on him. Tripp calls it the saddest trip to Salem ever since he’s going from here to Bayview to see his mom. Wendy offers to go with him but Tripp says he can handle it. Tripp notes that they might not even let him in as they said it depends on the state that she is in when he gets there. Tripp adds that Ava probably hasn’t had a single visitor which he understands since she did terrible things, but he can’t just abandon her. Wendy knows what he means as people will definitely judge her for standing by her brother after what he did, but she can’t desert him since she’s pretty much all he has left. Tripp asks if there’s anything he can do to help. Wendy thanks him but says this is Li’s mess and if he could clean it up, he would.

Li tells Dr. Rolf that he’s on a burner phone so no one can trace this call to his new location. Li says he’s sorry that he started to enjoy Jakarta but he needed to be moved. Li informs him that Stefan is starting to suspect he knows where he is, but he’s doing his best to convince him otherwise so Dr. Rolf needs to do his part too. Li reminds Rolf that if anyone shows up asking questions, he’s never heard of him.

Gabi asks if Stefan was visiting Chloe at the Salem Inn. Stefan informs her that he was in Li’s room, trying to find out where Dr. Rolf is as he is still on board with getting the brainwashing reversed. Stefan notes that Li was no help so he doesn’t know if it’s going to happen. Gabi assures that it will and reminds him that they make a great team. Stefan tells Gabi that he loves Chloe and she’s the woman he wants to be with. Stefan adds that whether or not they find Dr. Rolf, that’s not going to change. Gabi says they’ll see. Gabi mentions that she was working to find Rolf too at the hospital but complains that Brady banned her from seeing Marlena when she was only trying to ask her to deprogram Stefan so they can be together again. Stefan asks what the hell is wrong with her. Stefan argues that Marlena is dying and Gabi wants her to reprogram his brain so they can reconcile. Stefan questions how Gabi could be so heartless.

Brady tells Chloe that he’s not going to push since she asked for space but admits he felt like in the moment that she cared. Chloe says she does care but thanks to Kristen, she thought it was over for them. Brady reminds her that he told her he was being blackmailed and that breaking up with her was the last thing he wanted to do. Chloe cries that she knows it’s been really hard for him too but she spent a really long time in the dark about this and struggled to figure out how the man she was in love with could just abandon her. Chloe adds that Stefan came along and gave her a chance to let it all go and try to move on. Chloe cries that she started to feel a little normal again and then Gabi dropped her bombshell about Stefan being brainwashed. Chloe says it’s been one thing after another so she’s really confused and doesn’t know what to think or feel. Brady then grabs Chloe and kisses her.

Steve comes home to find Joey at the house. Steve hugs him and cries that he’s so glad he’s there. Steve asks where Tripp is. Joey responds that he had to run out and Stephanie did too, but they’ll be back in a bit. Joey mentions Stephanie saying Steve left early, so she thought he needed time alone. Steve admits he wasn’t alone as he went to see Kristen at the DiMera Mansion. Joey questions what he did. Steve reveals that he almost killed her.

Kristen complains to Johnny that Steve almost murdered her. Johnny argues that she’s fine now. Kristen questions if he’s okay with what he did. Johnny responds that what he’s not okay with is Steve going to prison because he’s the only parent his kids have left thanks to Kristen. Johnny adds that Roman is shattered and Marlena is in the hospital, clinging to life. Johnny declares that given all the damage she’s done to his family, he doesn’t give a damn if someone damages her. Kristen shouts that she didn’t want to hurt anyone. Kristen admits she hid the Orchid, knowing the women would need more doses of the serum, but swears she was never going to withhold it if they got sick because she never wanted them dead. Johnny says maybe not, but that’s what happened.

Brady and Chloe continue kissing until she pulls away. Brady apologizes and says he shouldn’t have done that. Chloe tells him not to apologize and says it wasn’t wrong but it wasn’t right. Chloe knows she’s not making any sense. Chloe tells Brady that she’s sorry, but she just can’t as she then rushes out of the hospital.

Li calls EJ and tells him that he’s on a burner phone because Stefan is on the warpath and thinks EJ is going to fire him because of what he did to him. Li tells EJ that they both know that’s not going to happen, unless he wants Stefan to find out about his betrayal and how he kept quiet about his brainwashing so he could take over DiMera. Li says that’s what he thought.

Gabi questions why Stefan is so angry. Stefan says what she did is disgusting. Gabi blames the programming for why he’s overreacting. Stefan argues that she imposed on a critically ill woman for her own stupid and selfish reasons. Gabi tells him that this is a very serious life changing issue that won’t undo itself. Gabi declares that Dr. Rolf is missing and they may never find him which leaves Marlena. Stefan repeats that Marlena is dying. Gabi says that’s why they need to move quickly. Gabi argues that Marlena is Stefan’s only hope, so she did this for him. Stefan tells her not to lie because the only person she was thinking about was herself. Stefan insists that Gabi did this for herself. Gabi complains that Stefan said this is what he wanted. Gabi asks how else they will access his real feelings. Stefan complains that she only cares about his feelings for her. Gabi insists it’s for them and talks about their love. Gabi thought they would spend their life together until he was shot and now they have a miracle. Gabi declares that they have to get in touch with how he really feels and nothing can get in the way of that. Stefan questions how she can be so cruel. Stefan remarks that he’s starting to think Li did him a favor by brainwashing him because it got him away from a bitch like her. Li comes out of the Salem Inn and intervenes, telling Stefan to leave Gabi the hell alone.

Johnny goes to the hospital and asks Brady about Marlena. Brady responds that there’s no change. Johnny asks if John is there. Brady says he made him go home to sleep but he just came back a couple minutes ago. Brady asks if Johnny got any rest. Johnny says there was a bit of a situation at his place. Brady asks what he means. Johnny explains that he walked in and Steve had his hands around Kristen’s throat, so he thinks he was trying to kill her. Brady remarks that he can’t say he blames him. Johnny says he sure doesn’t since Kristen has wronged so many people.

Kristen starts to go upstairs when the doorbell rings again. Kristen answers the door to see Chloe.

Joey questions Steve saying he almost killed Kristen. Steve tells him not to worry and reveals it was just an act. Steve explains that he purposely made a lot of noise, hoping someone would break it up and then Johnny did. Steve adds that while Johnny checked on Kristen, he planted a bug in the room so after Johnny kicked him out, everything they said went to his device. Steve says they had to release Kristen due to lack of evidence, but he will give Rafe everything he needs to make sure she goes down for murder. Steve then plays the recording of Kristen swearing she didn’t want to hurt Marlena or the other women and then admitting that she hid the Orchid but wasn’t going to withhold it. Steve declares that’s a confession.

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Update written by Joseph

Justin and Bonnie walk to the Brady Pub and run in to Sarah. Bonnie invites her to join them for dinner. Sarah says she’d love to join them but is afraid she wouldn’t be much company since she’s wiped out after working nonstop trying to find the cure for Marlena. Justin asks if she’s had any luck. Sarah says no and they can’t do much without the Orchid, but assures they will keep trying. Bonnie says they are all praying for her. Sarah then tells Justin that she’s glad she ran in to him because there’s something she’d like to discuss. Sarah informs Justin that she’s going to divorce Xander and was wondering if he could help her.

Gwen goes to Xander’s motel room. Xander answers the door while drinking and says he’s delighted to see her because he’s in the middle of a crisis as he just ran out of scotch.

Will enters the Horton House and listens in from behind the wall as Leo talks to Sloan in the living room. Leo tells Sloan about how Will is already trying to prove to Sonny that he can’t be trusted. Sloan remarks that Leo only made that job so much easier with his latest stunt. Leo complains that Will would eat this up if the truth came out and he would lose Sonny’s friendship for good. Will smiles as he hears this.

Alex has a drink at the Kiriakis Mansion. Sonny walks in and asks how things went with Stephanie. Alex responds that it’s over as he just lost the best thing that has ever happened to him.

Stephanie is at home and calls Chad, who is walking through the town square. Stephanie asks if he’s busy or if it’s not a good time. Chad says he’s just running some errands and asks if she’s okay as it sounds like she’s crying. Stephanie admits things aren’t too great and asks him to come by because she could really use a friend. Chad says he’s on his way and hangs up.

Justin and Bonnie sit with Sarah in the Brady Pub as Justin tells Sarah that he would be happy to help her divorce Xander after what he did to Bonnie. Bonnie interrupts to say she thinks divorce might not be the best idea. Justin assures that the case is no problem to him since Xander showed no family loyalty. Bonnie explains that she knows it will sounds crazy but she honestly thinks Sarah should give Xander a second chance.

Xander complains to Gwen about needing more liquor. Xander says he’s only on his third bottle and then finds another which he says will keep him going until his delivery arrives. Gwen asks him what’s going on. Xander asks if she means besides his life blowing up and his family thinking he’s the scum of the earth and Sarah wanting to divorce him. Xander adds that then he’s probably going to prison but Gwen declares that he’s not if she has something to say about it.

Leo asks Sloan to represent him. Sloan says she will try her best but it’s not a slam dunk as it will take some serious legal creativity to get him out of this. Leo argues that Xander is the one who kidnapped Sonny’s stepmom and all he did was help him cover it up afterwards. Will smiles as he listens. Sloan warns Leo that it’s still a crime. Leo knows that if he doesn’t play his cards right, this could still blow up in his face.

Sarah can’t believe Bonnie of all people thinks she should work things out with Xander considering he kidnapped her and Susan. Bonnie assures that she was furious at him but now that she’s had a chance to process everything and she’s not seeing clowns everywhere, she realizes she’s been a hypocrite concerning Xander. Justin questions what she’s talking about. Bonnie brings up what she did to Adrienne and how it may have been worse than what Xander did but Justin found it in his heart to forgive her and now they are happy. Bonnie thinks that if Sarah can find it in her heart to forgive Xander, maybe they could be happy again too. Sarah argues that the big difference is that Bonnie didn’t cause Adrienne’s death while if Xander didn’t kidnap Susan, she might not have died in that horrible way. Sarah questions how she could get past that.

Gwen informs Xander that Rafe came by to offer her a deal that would keep her out of prison entirely, but only if she threw Xander under the bus. Xander asks what she told him. Gwen explains that Leo asked Sloan Peterson to represent them and that Leo thinks they’d both get off free if they turn on Xander. Gwen then informs Xander that she came to tell him that she will not cooperate with the police. Xander tells her to take the damn deal.

Will continues listening in as Leo complains that he never should’ve agreed to dress up as the clown, especially for what Gwen paid him. Sloan still can’t believe Leo was able to fool Bonnie in to thinking he was the clown that kidnapped her, joking that it must have been a hell of a bodysuit. Leo argues that it was his performance that sold it, but instead he’s going to land in prison. Sloan tells him to relax while Will sneaks upstairs.

Sonny tells Alex that he’s really sorry but he thinks it was important for him to come clean. Alex explains that he didn’t really get the chance because by the time he got there, Stephanie had already basically figured out that he was the reason she didn’t get to say goodbye to her mother. Sonny tells him to give himself a break. Sonny argues that it wasn’t cool what he did, but he didn’t know why Chad was calling. Alex says it doesn’t matter because Stephanie hates him. Sonny encourages him to give her time to process all of it. Alex argues that Stephanie is still going to hate him for depriving her of her last moments with her mother which is exactly what he did. Alex adds that Stephanie told him that she never wants to see him again and he thinks she meant it with every fiber of her being.

Chad goes to see Stephanie. Stephanie says she’s sorry for making him come back over but she needed to talk to someone and he was the first person to come to mind. Chad asks what’s going on and if it’s about her mother. Stephanie responds that it’s about her not getting to see her before she died and what Alex did. Chad reveals that Sonny told him that Alex turned her phone off because he knew Alex was coming over to confess. Stephanie says she was able to piece things together before Alex got there. Chad asks what happened when she confronted him. Stephanie says he tried to apologize, but what he did was unforgivable. Stephanie states that because of Alex, she missed the last chance to see her mom before she died. Stephanie then declares that her and Alex are done for good. Chad hugs her as she cries. Chad tells Stephanie that she has every reason to be mad as hell at Alex, but in his defense, he didn’t know why he was calling and just wanted to be alone with her. Stephanie doesn’t give a damn and argues that he had no right to turn off her phone, calling it a total violation. Chad says he gets it but Alex was already annoyed that they had spent the day together and he intruded on their romantic evening together on Christmas Eve, so it makes sense that Alex didn’t want him interrupting them again. Stephanie argues that he wouldn’t have been interrupting and she would’ve told Chad they were busy if it was about anything other than her mom, but Alex didn’t trust her to do that and took that choice away from her, so she missed her last chance to say goodbye to her mom before she died. Stephanie cries that it would’ve meant everything to them, but now because of Alex, it’s too late. Chad tells her that he’s sorry and asks how he can help.

Alex sits on the floor alone in the living room, drinking in front of the fireplace. Alex thinks back to being with Stephanie. Alex declares that he can’t stay here and decides to leave the Kiriakis Mansion.

Bonnie argues that Sarah isn’t being fair here since Susan’s death wasn’t Xander’s fault since in the end, he let her go. Bonnie is not condoning what Xander did but understands the position he was in as she’s been there before, stuck with something you don’t want to do but unable to get out. Sarah compares it to Stockholm Syndrome. Bonnie assures it’s not that and asks Justin if he knows what she’s talking about. Justin responds that Bonnie has one of the biggest hearts of anyone he knows and he believes she may be being too charitable in this case, but she may have a point. Bonnie tells Sarah that they are just trying to help her because they know how much she loves Xander and how great they are together. Justin encourages Sarah to take a little more time before really making the decision to end her marriage.

Gwen tells Xander that there is no way she will sell him out to the cops and nothing he can say will change her mind. Xander asks what Gwen wants in return. Gwen says not a thing. Xander questions if she’s sure because she’s told him more than once that he owes her one. Xander adds that he’s probably going back to prison, so if there is something she wants from him, now is the time to collect.

Leo asks Sloan how soon she can get him a deal to testify against Xander, anonymously. Sloan tells him that she’s afraid it’s not that simple since Xander has the legal right to know who his accuser is. Sloan says Leo can be anonymous to the people but Xander would have a right to know, adding that his lawyers are going to want to cross examine. Leo jokes that he could wear a diguise and alter his voice but Sloan thinks Xander would know exactly who he is. Leo asks if there’s any way to stop Xander from telling anyone else but Sloan says there is nothing to stop Xander from telling everyone that Leo is the one who turned on him. Leo worries that Sonny would still find out. Sloan points out that at least he wouldn’t be in prison. Leo complains that’s not good enough and repeats that he does not want Sonny finding out the truth.

Will goes to the hospital where Sonny runs up and hugs him. Sonny says he’s glad to see him and saw his bags at the house, so he figured he must have come here. Sonny asks if Will has been able to see Marlena yet. Will says not yet since they are only letting two people in at a time, but hopefully he will get in soon. Sonny tells him he’s sorry again about Kate. Sonny asks if Will has been able to spend time with the rest of his family. Will confirms that he has and that they are in the chapel as he just came back from dropping off Julie’s rosary. Sonny asks if he wants to go back to join them. Will responds that he’s actually glad they have a moment alone because there’s something he needs to tell him about Leo.

Sarah questions Justin siding against her too. Justin thinks Xander is a very troubled man, who has only a nodding acquaintance with the truth, but he also knows Xander has on occasion made Sarah very happy. Justin suggests she let the dust settle a bit before filing for divorce right away. Bonnie suggests couples therapy and relates that her sessions with Marlena did wonders for her PTSD. Sarah argues that Xander has lied to her and betrayed her so many times over the years, so she questions how to believe he’ll never do it again. Sarah adds that even if she could find a way to trust him again, it would all be a moot point if he ends up in prison.

Gwen admits that she does want something from Xander and that’s for him to stop being so defeatist and pull himself together. Xander asks what’s the point when Sarah is divorcing him and he’s going back to prison. Gwen orders him to stop whining and rolling over. She tells him to fight for his marriage and his freedom. Xander asks how. Gwen says they are going to sober him up and then come up with a gameplan. Gwen sends Xander to the shower to clean up.

Sloan thinks Leo should take the plea deal because if helps Melinda, he’d be off the hook. Leo would rather keep his mouth shut and take his chances, so Sonny won’t know what he did. Sloan questions him rather risking prison than have his friend know he did something shady. Sloan remarks that Leo must really have it bad for Sonny. Leo laughs it off and claims he’s not even his type. Leo then admits that Sonny is handsome, funny, kind, completely wonderful, and totally his type. Leo declares that he’s completely crushing on Sonny again.

Will informs Sonny about Leo knowing that Xander kidnapped Bonnie and Susan the whole time and then covering it up to get Xander off the hook. Will adds that Leo put on a bodysuit to pretend to be the clown. Sonny argues that Sarah was so sure that Gwen was behind all of it. Will then reveals that Gwen paid Leo to do it. Sonny can’t believe this and asks if he’s sure he didn’t misunderstand. Will assures that Leo laid out the whole thing to his attorney as he’s desperate for some kind of plea deal to keep Sonny from finding out. Sonny calls Leo a sneaky son of a bitch.

Leo tells Sloan that he’s been denying it to himself, but Sonny does make him weak in the knees. Sloan thinks it’s obvious that Leo has great appreciation for Sonny’s attributes, but he is married. Leo argues that they hit a rough patch and they live in separate cities so it wouldn’t take much. Sloan questions Leo thinking Sonny would just turn to him. Leo argues that he can hope and points out they were married once before. Leo adds that even if not, he still wants to be Sonny’s friend and to keep him in his life any way that he can.

Sonny asks Will if it’s okay to leave for a little bit. Will assures he’s fine. Sonny kisses him goodbye. Will tells Sonny to tell Leo that he says “hello, good riddance, go to Hell, and screw you”. Sonny agrees to pass that along as he exits the hospital.

Sloan finds Alex at the Bistro and questions him being solo, asking where his girlfriend is. Sloan mentions hearing Alex and Stephanie were attached at the hip. Sloan jokes about not getting a thank you note since she’s the reason they got together. Sloan figured that Stephanie was so grateful that Alex stole the file from her that she had to give him the time of day. Alex tells her that she’s not that far off, but in spite of that, it’s over now. Alex declares that it’s because he’s a total jerk, egotistical, dishonest, misogynistic, and arrogant. Alex states that he screwed up.

Chad makes spaghetti and meatballs for he and Stephanie. Stephanie asks if it’s an old DiMera recipe. Chad mentions that it was actually Kate who taught him how to make it. Stephanie mentions that she didn’t get to say before but she’s sorry about the loss of Kate as she knows Kate was like a mother to Chad. Chad thinks Kate probably understood him more than his own parents did. Chad says Kate was hard as Hell on him but she always lifted his spirits. Stephanie toasts to Kate and says she’s gone, but not forgotten.

After Gwen forces Xander to get in the shower, she asks if he feels better. Xander complains that now he’s just soaked and miserable. Gwen encourages that he can change out of wet clothes in to dry ones. Xander suggests she should get changed too. Gwen heads to the bathroom but looks back as Xander removes his shirt before heading in.

Leo goes to the Kiriakis Mansion, trying to tell himself that he could pull off a disguise in court. Sonny arrives so Leo greets him and mentions Will stopping by earlier. Sonny informs him that he just ran in to Will at the hospital. Leo asks if Sonny wants to have dinner but Sonny says there’s no need because they won’t be there for long. Sonny then orders Leo to pack his things and go. Leo questions what is going on and guesses it was Will going on about what a menace and loser he is. Sonny responds that he doesn’t want Leo anywhere near him. Leo asks what’s going on. Sonny informs Leo that he knows what he did and that he was involved in Bonnie’s kidnapping.

Stephanie thanks Chad for dinner and for the company, saying it was just what she needed. Chad says now they need dessert and offers to get some but Stephanie is sure they have something in the fridge. Stephanie checks and finds one of Kayla’s apple pies. Stephanie finds a note with it, saying she made it for her since she missed out on Christmas. Chad then hugs her as she starts to cry.

Sloan asks Alex if he got bored with Stephanie. Alex states that Stephanie’s mom died and she dumped him because she didn’t have a chance to say goodbye to her, which was entirely his fault. Sloan asks how. Alex explains that he was getting sick and tired of Chad hanging around and the night that Kayla died, he turned Stephanie’s phone off because he saw Chad calling again but Chad was calling because her mom was dying. Sloan remarks that he really did screw up. Alex sarcastically thanks her for confirming that. Alex asks if she thinks there’s any chance he could fix this. Sloan responds that there’s not a chance. Sloan brings up when her mom died and says she would’ve given anything to have a last chance to say goodbye to her and if any guy got in the way of her doing that, she’d hate him for the rest of her life. Alex admits that’s what he thought.

Leo tells Sonny that he has it all wrong but Sonny screams at him to knock it off. Sonny reveals that Will overheard Leo talking to Sloan. Leo questions if Will was stalking him. Sonny asks how Leo could do this to him and hurt his family like this after everything he did for him. Sonny argues that he helped Leo look for a job and put a roof over his head. Leo apologizes and argues that he needed the money and at the time it seemed like a harmless prank. Sonny complains that Bonnie was scared to death and had already been kidnapped once. Leo argues that technically he had nothing to do with the kidnapping. Sonny shouts that technically, he’s guilty as hell. Sonny complains that Leo lived in this house, knowing what Xander did, and said nothing. Sonny screams that Leo saw how traumatized Bonnie was and how concerned Justin was but he still said nothing. Leo admits he screwed up and apologizes. Leo knows he messed up and deeply regrets it. Leo asks Sonny to give him another chance, calling him the only true friend he’s ever had and the only person to ever believe in him. Leo promises to do better and make amends to everyone he hurt. Leo pleads with Sonny to forgive him but Sonny says he’s not making that mistake again. Sonny talks about vouching for him and getting in a huge fight with Will because he insisted that Leo changed. Leo insists that he’s becoming a better person for him. Sonny declares that Will was right that Leo is still just a despicable, selfish con-artist and always will be. Leo tells him not to say that. Sonny adds that the craziest part is he actually started to think they were friends. Leo says they are but Sonny declares that Leo is not his friend and is nothing to him. Sonny orders Leo to get out of the house before he has him thrown out.

Bonnie tells Justin that she feels bad for Sarah since she can tell underneath that Sarah still loves Xander. Bonnie thinks there may still be hope for them yet. Justin calls her incredible since Xander terrorized her yet she’s sticking up for him and rooting for him to save his marriage. Bonnie states that she’s been where Xander is and she feels for him. Justin declares that Bonnie has once again proven that she’s one of the best people he knows and he’s so lucky to have her. Bonnie tells him the same as they kiss.

Gwen comes out of the bathroom in the shirt that Xander gave her while Xander is struggling to get his pants on. There’s a knock at the door which Xander excitedly hopes is his liquor store delivery. Gwen decides he’s had enough and she will just tell them to get lost. Gwen answers the door to see Sarah, who comes in and questions what the hell this is.

Chad and Stephanie eat apple pie together. Chad calls it amazing and says knowing Kayla made it makes it that much more amazing. Chad is grateful to get to share it with her. Stephanie is glad that she found it as Kayla would’ve been disappointed if it went to waste. Stephanie thanks Chad for coming over as she doesn’t know if she could’ve gotten through the night without him. Chad says anytime.

Sloan comments on Alex really taking this hard. Alex mocks it being no big deal that the only woman he ever loved never wants to see him again. Alex asks how to not take it hard when you feel like your life is over and you don’t know how to get through the rest of the day. Sloan responds that Alex made the fatal mistake of getting emotionally involved and this is why no strings is always the way to go. Sloan tells Alex that she’s sorry as nothing is worse than a broken heart is what they say. Sloan then walks away.

Sonny calls Will and tells him that as soon as Leo is gone, he will meet him back at the hospital. Will tells Sonny to take his time as getting Leo out of their lives is their biggest priority. Sonny admits that Will was right about Leo and he should’ve listened to him. Will says he’s just sorry that Leo hurt him again. Sonny tells Will that he has to go and he loves him. Sonny hangs up as Leo returns with his bags packed. Leo asks Sonny if he’s going to tell the police about what he did. Sonny responds that he hasn’t decided yet. Leo tells Sonny there’s one thing he wants him to know before he goes and that’s that he really did care about him. Leo states that Sonny’s friendship means everything to him. Sonny argues that Leo was just playing him the entire time. Leo insists the bond they had was real, sweet, special, and great. Leo is certain that deep down, Sonny knows that is true. Leo repeats that he’s so very sorry for everything as he then exits the mansion.

Sarah remarks that she knew coming here was a huge mistake. Gwen tells her it’s not what she thinks. Xander tries to tell her that she has to let them explain but he falls to the floor and Sarah tells him to shut up. Sarah declares that they disgust her as she walks back out the door.

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Leo is on the phone with Gwen, hoping that she has come to her senses. Gwen responds that her answer is still no as she will not betray Xander and help send him to prison. Leo knows how much Gwen cares about Xander but suggests she always look out for number one. Will then enters the Kiriakis Mansion and remarks that Leo sure as hell abides by that.

Allie and Chanel talk about Allie’s son Henry being wound up. Chanel feels that Henry senses that Allie is wound up. Chanel says she’s sorry for everything Allie is going through. Allie talks about going through old pictures and she can’t believe Kate and Kayla are gone. Allie cries that she can’t lose Marlena too. Chanel hugs her and says she wishes she could take her pain away. Allie assures that she’s just grateful to have Chanel by her side.

Sonny tells Chad that Stephanie shouldn’t blame herself for not being there for Kayla since it wasn’t her fault. Chad says he tried to tell her that but she won’t stop beating herself up for turning off her phone. Sonny then reveals to Chad that Stephanie didn’t turn off her phone. Chad asks what he means. Sonny informs Chad that Stephanie wasn’t the one who turned off her phone.

Stephanie asks Alex to tell her the truth as she asks if he’s the reason that she didn’t get to say goodbye to her mother.

Leo hangs up with Gwen and greets Will. Leo thought Will returned to LA while Will thought Sonny would’ve seen through Leo’s act by now. Leo hopes he’s not upset that Sonny let him crash her a while longer. Will says he can’t stand the sight of Leo and thinks Sonny is being incredibly naïve by giving him the benefit of the doubt. Leo argues that Sonny is just helping a friend in need. Will says that he knows Sonny is a good guy which makes him an easy target for guys like Leo, who always look out for number one. Leo claims he was just finishing up a job interview on the phone. Will asks if he really expects him to believe that. Will decides he doesn’t have time for this as he just came by to drop off his luggage. Will tells Leo that if he sees Sonny, to tell him that he’s at the hospital visiting his grandma.

Chanel encourages Allie not to give up hope as Marlena is strong, brave, and battled Satan twice. Allie argues that Kate and Kayla were strong and brave too but now they’re gone. Allie declares that she has to get to the hospital to see Marlena. Chanel wishes she could go with her but says she will stay with Henry. Allie thanks her and says she loves her. Allie kisses Chanel and tells her that she will call if there’s any change as Allie then exits. After Allie leaves, Sloan shows up at the door.

Chad doesn’t get how Sonny can be so sure that Stephanie didn’t turn off her own phone. Sonny tells Chad to just trust him on this. Chad argues that they are best friends and questions what he’s not telling him. Sonny then reveals that he’s sure Stephanie didn’t turn off her phone, because Alex did.

Stephanie tells Alex that Chad called her multiple times and left messages about her mom being gravely ill that she didn’t get and she doesn’t remember turning her phone off, so the only possible explanation is that Alex did. Stephanie asks Alex again if he turned her phone off on the night that her mother died. Alex then admits that he did.

Will joins Allie at the hospital. Allie hugs him and says she’s so happy that he’s there. Will says his plane landed an hour ago. Allie mentions that Sami said she’s doing everything she can to get here. Will asks if there’s any update on Marlena. Allie says the doctors are doing everything they can but it’s not looking good. Will wants to see her. Allie says she does too but John and Eric are in with her now and they are restricting her visitors, so they will have to wait and pray. Allie repeats that she’s really glad Will is there so they can wait and pray together as they hug.

Leo goes to see Gwen and apologizes for hanging up so abruptly since Will showed up for a surprise visit. Gwen asks if Will overheard their conversation. Leo says he only heard him say that his motto is to look after number one but he covered his tracks. Leo assures there’s no way that Will is going to find out he had anything to do with Xander’s cover up. Leo knows that if he did, he would go running to Sonny so fast that he’d lose his only other friend.

Chad doesn’t get why Alex would turn off Stephanie’s phone. Sonny guesses that Alex didn’t want to be interrupted. Chad questions Alex admitting to Sonny that he turned Stephanie’s phone off because he didn’t want someone interrupting their alone time. Sonny explains that Alex specifically didn’t want Chad interrupting them.

Stephanie orders Alex to explain himself fast. Alex says it happened when she went to the bathroom to change as her phone started ringing and it was Chad calling again. Stephanie questions Alex deciding to turn her phone off. Alex argues that he didn’t know why Chad was calling. Stephanie asks why it matters and says it’s none of his business. Alex says he knows and that’s why he is so sorry. Stephanie tells him that sorry doesn’t cut it. Stephanie questions Alex policing her phone calls. Alex tells her that he only did it because they had wanted to be alone for a long time and then Chad starts calling, so he figured it was work again or the kids and he had just interrupted them at Christmas. Alex assumed incorrectly that the phone call could wait this time. Stephanie argues that it wasn’t his decision to make and now she didn’t find out her mom was dying until it was too late to say goodbye to her. Stephanie declares that Alex robbed her of that and she will never forgive him for it.

Chanel tells Sloan that it’s a bad time as she’s dealing with a family crisis. Sloan compares it to the crisis she put her family through when she killed her mother and seduced her father. Chanel argues that her mother’s death was an accident and she feels horrible for everything that happened to them. Chanel reminds her that the courts in the UK declined to press charges and suggests they both get on with their lives. Sloan questions it being that easy for her. Sloan declares that Chanel’s life is over because she made a promise to make her pay for what she did to her family, so she’s going to do exactly that.

Allie asks Will about his flight. Will admits it was terrible as he couldn’t sleep or eat while worrying he wouldn’t get there in time. Allie is glad he did since Marlena is hanging on. Allie asks where Sonny is. Will says he doesn’t know since he wasn’t home, but unfortunately Leo was there to greet him.

Leo wants to continue he and Gwen’s conversation. Gwen repeats that she won’t turn Xander in. Leo argues that the cops already know Gwen helped him by creating the website for the fake company. Gwen argues there’s no proof linking her to any crimes. Leo worries that they won’t stop digging until they find something that leads to him. Gwen realizes that Leo isn’t worried about her and is just worried about himself. Leo argues that Xander kidnapped the two women, not them. Gwen argues that the police don’t know that while Leo brings up that they already have evidence of the muscle bound bodysuit that fits him perfectly. Gwen says she’s sorry but she can’t turn her back on Xander. Leo asks if she’s prepared for her father to turn his back on her then. Gwen argues that it won’t happen but Leo insists that when Jack finds out that Gwen helped Xander, he will disown her. Leo reminds Gwen that she’s worked so hard to regain Jack’s trust, but all that goes away if Jack and Jennifer find out that she was Xander’s accomplice. Leo urges Gwen to at least agree to meet with a lawyer to figure out their options. Gwen reluctantly agrees and asks if he has anyone in mind. Leo responds that he does.

Sloan hands Chanel an envelope and says she wanted to deliver this to see the look on her face. Chanel opens it and sees that Sloan is suing her for wrongful death. Sloan adds that Paulina is a co-defendant for her role in covering up her mother’s death. Chanel calls her mother’s death an accident but Sloan says she’s tired of hearing her say that and calls it a lie. Sloan complains about Chanel making it sound like she’s the victim. Sloan warns that she can still make them pay and when she’s done in civil court, the only thing left of Paulina’s fortune will be the crumbs of Chanel’s bakery. Sloan then storms out of the apartment.

Chad questions Alex turning Stephanie’s phone off because he was afraid of him interrupting their romantic evening together. Sonny admits it was a very selfish thing to do but notes that Alex had no idea Chad was calling about Kayla. Chad complains that Alex can’t handle his friendship with Stephanie so now she didn’t get to say goodbye to her mother. Sonny points out that Alex feels terrible about it. Chad argues that he should because Stephanie is agony over the fact that she could’ve been there but she wasn’t because Alex was afraid of him interrupting his latest conquest. Sonny argues that Alex didn’t know what Chad was calling about. Chad shouts that he doesn’t care as it wasn’t his place to turn off her phone and now he has to go break her heart. Sonny stops Chad and reveals that Alex is already telling Stephanie himself.

Alex tells Stephanie that if he had any idea why Chad was calling. Stephanie argues that it doesn’t matter as he had no right to turn off her phone. Alex says he knows that and he just wanted to be alone with her. Stephanie responds that Alex got his wish, so instead of being with her mother while she was dying, they were having sex. Stephanie asks if Alex has any idea how disgusted that makes her feel. Alex responds that he does and he gets why it would and that’s why he would do anything to go back in time and change what he did. Stephanie argues that he can’t and now her mother is gone and so are any feelings that she had for him. Stephanie declares that she never wants to see Alex again and opens the door for him to leave.

Will tells Allie about Leo living under the same roof as Sonny and how it’s driving him crazy. Will argues that people like Leo don’t change, they just figure out ways to get more devious to prey on their victims. Allie agrees and is surprised Sonny would give Leo another chance. Will says that’s what Sonny prides himself on. Allie guesses they have to admire that. Will says he would if the person in question was worthy of second chances, but insists that there is no good in Leo and he doesn’t deserve Sonny’s forgiveness or friendship.

Chad guesses Sonny had to convince Alex to come clean. Sonny admits he strongly suggested it but Alex agreed. Sonny insists that Alex is not a bad guy and wants to make amends. Chad argues that Alex should’ve grown a conscience instead of turning her phone off before robbing her of the chance to say goodbye to her dying mother.

Stephanie questions why Alex is still there since she said she never wants to see him again. Alex argues that she doesn’t mean that. Stephanie tells him not to tell her what she means. Stephanie complains that Alex only hears what he wants to. Alex cries that he was coming here to admit he made a mistake. Stephanie mocks the idea of it being an innocent mistake when he purposely turned off her phone because he’s jealous of her friendship with Chad. Stephanie cries that his pathetic insecurities are the reason why she couldn’t be with her mother when she needed her the most. Stephanie adds that the worst part is if she hadn’t figured it out, he was never going to tell her.

Leo calls Sloan over to the Horton House to meet he and Gwen. Sloan says she almost didn’t show up since Leo doesn’t pay his legal bills on time. Leo argues that she got her money and reminds her that she got to steal back her file on Paulina and Chanel because of him. Sloan thanks him for being careless enough to not catch her. Sloan still doesn’t understand why Gwen wouldn’t publish her story about Paulina and Chanel. Gwen says she had her reasons. Sloan tells her that she missed out on the scoop of the decade. Gwen argues that any charges are not being pursued so her scoop is nothing. Sloan tells her that she’s wrong and says just because they skirted justice, doesn’t make them innocent. Sloan then asks Leo why she is here. Leo says they need legal advice. Gwen adds that they need to make sure the conversation is strictly confidential. Sloan laughs at Gwen sweeping another crime under the rug. Gwen asks if they have attorney-client privilege or not. Sloan says that will require a retainer so Leo tells Gwen to pay her.

Paulina goes to see Chanel at her apartment. Paulina says she rushed right over after getting her message and asks what’s wrong. Paulina talks about praying for Marlena and asks what is the matter. Chanel informs her that Sloan was just there. Paulina asks what the hell she wants. Chanel reveals that Sloan is suing them both.

Sloan goes over that Xander kidnapped Susan and Gwen helped cover it up, then roped Leo in, and now Leo is worried that it’s only a matter of time before he’s implicated as well. Gwen asks what their options are. Sloan goes over the crimes and laughs at the thought of them having options. Sloan declares that they are pretty much screwed.

Julie goes to the hospital and hugs Allie and Will. Julie asks about Marlena’s condition. Will informs her that she’s still in the ICU but it’s not looking great. Julie cries that she’s so sorry. Julie mentions bringing sandwiches since Eric is leading prayer in the chapel for family and friends. Julie then realizes she forgot her rosary.

Sonny tells Chad that he’s not proud of what his brother did. Chad accuses Sonny of making excuses for Alex. Sonny says Alex might be arrogant and full of himself, but he’s got a really good heart and will do whatever it takes. Chad questions how to make it up to someone when you kept them from saying goodbye to their mother. Chad shouts that you can’t make that up. Sonny reluctantly agrees. Chad adds that even if Alex was stupid enough to try, he doubts he will ever get the chance.

Alex knows Stephanie has no reason to trust him right now, but he came here to tell her the truth himself, because he is riddled with guilt and regret. Stephanie asks if he wants her to feel sorry for him. Alex says he’s just doing his best to be honest. Alex insists that he came on his own to tell her the truth and that he’s sorry for what he did and about her mom. Alex adds that if she doesn’t believe him, she can ask Sonny. Stephanie declares that she knows all she’ll ever need to know about the kind of man he is. Alex knows she is upset, hurt and grieving. Alex begs her not to throw away what they have. Stephanie says she didn’t throw it away, he did when he invaded her privacy, disrespected her and lied to her. Alex says he will always regret that as he wanted them to have a romantic night together but he made this thoughtless mistake. Alex swears that he’s learned from it and it will never happen again. Stephanie questions that making her feel better and argues that she’ll never have another chance to say goodbye to her mother. Stephanie asks if he doesn’t get that. Alex responds that he does, but he knows they could get past this if she allows him to make this up to her. Stephanie repeats that there is nothing he could do as every time she looks at him, all she sees is her mother lying in the hospital, cold and dead.

Chad tells Sonny that his problem is he spends too much time seeing the best in people. Sonny questions that being a bad trait. Chad argues that there has to be exceptions as some people are irredeemable. Sonny disagrees and asks if it’s more honorable to think everyone is dishonest and cruel. Chad thinks it’s more self-protective to distrust everyone. Chad brings up Leo and insists that he’s going to cause Sonny problems and let him down because that is who he is and what he does.

Leo tells Sloan that there has to be something she can do since this is small compared to getting him off from murder. Sloan argues that was a murder he didn’t commit so it’s very different since they actually did help Xander in these crimes. Leo insists that if anyone can get them off, it’s her. Leo praises Sloan as a lawyer. Sloan calls it a pipe dream to get them out of this unscathed. Sloan offers to cut a deal where they will testify about Xander in court. Leo tells Gwen that he told her they should flip on him. Leo explains to Sloan that Gwen doesn’t want to turn on Xander because she’s in love with him. Gwen insists that they are just friends but she is not selling Xander out no matter what. Gwen decides if there is nothing more, she’s leaving and they can see themselves out. Gwen then exits. Sloan remarks that she can’t make them take the plea deal so she’s out too. Leo stops her and says he has a proposition for her.

Julie tells Allie and Will that she was rushing to get there that she forgot to pack the rosary. Will offers to go get it but Julie says he needs to be there for Marlena. Allie points out that they are restricting Marlena’s visitors right now anyway. Will insists that he will go get the rosary and be back soon. Julie thanks him as he exits. Julie knows how much Allie loves Marlena and how hard this is for her, but encourages that she’s strong just like Marlena and Sami, so she will get through this. Allie responds that she has to be strong for her son, Henry. Julie says their children and all the people they love need them as they hug. Allie has one of Julie’s sandwiches which she says hit the spot. Julie guesses that’s the first time she ate today and advises her to take care of herself. Julie asks how things are going with Allie and Chanel. Allie says Chanel has been amazing through all of this and been her rock even while dealing with her own family drama. Julie thought things were better for Chanel and Paulina after the murder charges were dropped. Allie says they have been, but she’s worried that Sloan is going to continue to cause trouble because she is determined to get revenge.

Paulina complains about Sloan not knowing when to quit. Chanel worries that this is bad and Sloan isn’t going to stop until they have nothing left. Paulina assures it’s not the end of the world. Chanel thought she’d be more upset about the lawsuit. Paulina says with as much money as she has, lawsuits come with the territory. Paulina insists that her attorneys will make mince meat out of Sloan.

Sloan questions Leo having another proposition. Leo asks what if they leave Gwen out of the plea deal and he can testify against Xander alone, saying he hired him to wear the clown suit, not Gwen. Sloan calls that a lie but says she doesn’t have a problem with that. Leo says the only problem is that he needs to testify anonymously. Sloan says she’s sure Gwen will still find out. Leo says he’s not worried about that as they always go back and forth but at least they would be free. Sloan questions why be anonymous if he’s not worried about Gwen finding out. Leo responds that it’s because of Sonny. Sloan questions what he has to do with this. Leo states that Sonny is his friend who believed in him when no one else would. Will appears in the house as Leo tells Sloan that he can’t have Sonny finding out that he’s involved in something like this.

Sonny asks if Chad sees him as a pathetic tool stumbling around to be taken advantage of. Chad says he just meant that he’s too trusting. Sonny says he chooses to give people like Leo and Alex the benefit of the doubt because they could all use a little redemption from time to time. Chad says they do once in awhile, but in this case, Alex deprived Stephanie of her last goodbye to her mother, so he doubts Stephanie will be as forgiving as Sonny is.

Alex apologizes to Stephanie for robbing her of her last moments with her mom and says he will spend the rest of his life trying to make up for it if she lets him. Stephanie says he can spend eternity trying to make it up to her but nothing he ever says or does will give her back what he took from her. Alex pleads with her but Stephanie declares that she’s done and wants him to leave. Alex tries to argue but Stephanie tells him to respect her wishes and go. Alex then exits as Stephanie breaks down crying.

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Roman sits at the Brady Pub with the urn of Kate’s ashes.

Lucas is in prison with the bottle of whiskey that Orpheus left him. Rex arrives so Lucas quickly hides the bottle in his pocket. Rex hugs Lucas and says it’s good to see him.

Stephanie is crying at home when the doorbell rings and Chad arrives. Chad apologizes for showing up without calling but he just wanted to see how she was doing. Stephanie doesn’t know how to answer that. Chad brings up losing someone you love so suddenly. Stephanie knows that he knows all too well. Chad asks if there’s anything he can do to help. Stephanie says no but she appreciates him asking. Stephanie notes that Steve is taking care of most of the arrangements. Chad says he just wanted to stop by and see if she needed anything and to give her a card from the kids.

Sonny is at the Kiriakis Mansion, texting Will to let him know when he gets in. Alex walks in, so Sonny asks how Justin is doing. Alex responds that he’s pretty broken up about Kayla but Bonnie has been great with him. Sonny can’t believe that Kayla is gone just because some evil bastard wanted to get even or something. Alex says he’s sorry. Sonny mentions feeling so bad for Stephanie, Tripp, and Joey because he knows what it’s like to lose a mother. Sonny adds that he can’t imagine what Steve is going through.

Steve enters Kayla’s empty office at the hospital and approaches her desk with tears in his eyes. Steve sits in her chair and looks at their wedding photo on the desk as he cries.

The prison guard interrupts Rex and Lucas, warning Lucas that he’s on thin ice after what happened with Orpheus. Rex wonders what he’s talking about. Lucas claims it’s nothing but Rex feels it didn’t sound like that. Lucas explains that after Rex told him about Kate, he was really upset and attacked Orpheus. Lucas adds that after Orpheus found out about Kate, he decided to express his sympathy by giving him a bottle of whiskey to ease the pain.

Alex asks Sonny if Will got his flight back. Sonny confirms that he did. Alex says that’s good so he will be there soon. Sonny hopes so, since Will already missed saying goodbye to Kate and they are all hoping Marlena pulls through, but if not, he hopes Will makes it back in time to say goodbye to her. Alex says he gets that. Sonny asks if Stephanie was able to be there with Kayla to say goodbye. Alex admits that she did not.

Stephanie tells Chad that the card was so sweet of the kids. Chad tells her that he explained to them last night that Kayla went to Heaven, so they wanted to make it for her. Stephanie reads the card where Thomas suggested they could read books together and Charlotte related to missing her mom. Chad hugs Stephanie as she starts to cry.

Steve cries that this still doesn’t seem real to him and talks about Kayla fighting the virus. Steve really thought Kayla would beat it. Steve talks about waking up this morning and expecting her to be next to him. Steve cries that even now he still expects her to walk through the door. The door to the office then opens.

Rex questions why the hell Orpheus would give whiskey to Lucas. Lucas says he’s trying to get him to fall off the wagon but he didn’t touch it or even open it. Rex asks why he doesn’t just get rid of it then. Lucas complains that it sucks in here, so he is tempted. Rex says he can only imagine. Lucas promises he won’t let Orpheus win and will try to stay strong. Rex urges him to do it for Kate. Rex asks Lucas to give him the bottle, pointing out that it’s the last thing that Kate would want.

Abe and Paulina go to the Brady Pub. Paulina hugs Roman and tells him that their hearts go out to him on the terrible tragedy. Abe hugs him and says he’s so sorry. Paulina asks how they can help. Abe adds that they’ll do whatever he needs. Roman appreciates the offer, but says Steve is taking care of Kayla’s arrangements and Kate didn’t want a funeral. Paulina asks what she wanted then, so Roman shows her the urn.

Jada enters Kayla’s office and tells Steve that she’s sorry for not knocking but Steve invites her in. Jada hopes she’s not bothering him, but Stephanie told her that he was at the hospital. Steve says he had to come sign papers so they could release Kayla’s body to the funeral home and he just wandered in to her office. Jada had a feeling this is where she would find him. Steve says all her things are just the way she left them. Steve points out Kayla’s reading glasses, her water bottle, and a vase that Stephanie made for her. Steve cries about Kayla doing everything she could to send her patients home to their families, so they wouldn’t have to go through this. Jada hugs Steve as he cries.

Stephanie tells Chad that she’s sorry as he doesn’t need to see her falling apart after everything he’s been through. Chad responds that what he needs to do is be here for her, helping her and comforting her if he can. Chad says it would help his heart. Stephanie says he’s being very kind. Chad tells Stephanie that her mom was a wonderful woman who lifted his spirits. Chad says he and Abigail loved her, like everyone did. Stephanie assures that Kayla loved Abigail, Chad, and their kids too. Stephanie states that the hardest part about it is that she didn’t get to say goodbye to Kayla. Stephanie complains that Joey and Tripp got to talk to Kayla on the phone from Seattle while she was less than five minutes from the hospital and didn’t get to. Stephanie wishes she would’ve gotten to the hospital sooner to tell Kayla how much she loved her. Chad assures that Kayla knew. Stephanie can’t believe she missed Chad’s messages and calls.

Alex informs Sonny that Stephanie came over last night and they slept together for the first time, then Chad showed up and told her that her mother was dying. Alex declares that it’s his fault that she didn’t get there in time. Sonny encourages that there’s a million reasons that Chad couldn’t reach her as she could’ve been doing anything else, so he can’t blame himself because he was making love. Alex responds that is not why he blames himself. Sonny asks why else. Alex then reveals that Chad was trying to reach Stephanie, but he turned her phone off.

Chad tells Stephanie that he’s so sorry that she didn’t get his calls. Chad says when she didn’t answer her phone, he did everything he could to find her and checked the Bistro then took a gamble in going to Alex’s house. Stephanie says it’s driving her crazy that Chad tried to call her multiple times and she never even heard the phone ring. Chad guesses she must have just turned it off. Stephanie calls that the only possible explanation but she doesn’t remember doing that.

Sonny questions Alex turning Stephanie’s phone off. Alex says he didn’t know Chad was calling to tell Stephanie that her mom was dying. Alex explains that he didn’t want Chad to interrupt them again since it happened on Christmas where he and Stephanie were about to make love but Chad showed up feeling upset, so Stephanie felt bad for him and let him stay. Sonny sees why that could be frustrating. Alex argues that it was supposed to be a romantic evening but it turned in to the three of them playing video games. Alex complains that Chad is a third wheel. Sonny tells Alex to cut Chad a break since he just lost his wife and probably doesn’t want to be alone. Alex says he feels for Chad but this is getting ridiculous. Alex brings up having a meeting scheduled with Stephanie yesterday, but instead she goes ice skating with Chad and the kids. Alex complains that it’s like every time he turns around, Chad is there. Alex admits that he saw Chad calling and turned her phone off without her knowing. Alex says he thought maybe it was just the kids calling to say goodnight and that it was harmless and she could just call back, but he had no idea that she wouldn’t be able to say goodbye to her mom.

Steve apologizes to Jada while Jada says she’s the one who should be sorry as she didn’t mean to intrude. Jada offers to come back later but Steve assures that it’s fine and he’s good now. Steve asks what Jada’s got. Jada says unfortunately not much at the moment, but if Kristen is telling the truth, they are going to track down whoever stole the Orchid. Jada says Rafe’s team is searching every inch of the secret room in the DiMera Mansion. Steve hopes they find it as it may be too late for Kayla and Kate, but he sure hopes Marlena can be spared.

Roman explains to Abe and Paulina that Kate wished to be cremated, so it’s comforting to have her urn this close to him. Roman talks about thinking it was strange how Anna carried around what she thought was Tony’s ashes but he kind of gets it now. Roman adds that it is comforting but he’s just numb right now as it doesn’t feel real. Roman guesses that’s being in denial. Paulina understands losing his wife and sister is too much. Roman agrees that it’s way too much as Paulina hugs him.

Lucas gives the whiskey bottle to Rex and thanks him for saving him from himself. Rex says he’s his brother and they have to be there for each other, especially now. Lucas asks if he told Billie and Austin yet. Rex says he talked to Austin yesterday and he’s trying to get in touch with Billie, who is on assignment. Rex adds that he spoke with Cassie so everybody knows. Lucas responds that it’s not everybody as he still has to tell Philip. Rex brings up that Philip has been missing for a year and he didn’t want to believe it, but he assumed that he died. Lucas then reveals that their brother Philip is very much alive. Rex is shocked to learn that Philip is in a mental institution and asks how he knows this. Lucas reveals that Philip framed Brady for stabbing him as he was in a complete jealous rage over Chloe and had a breakdown and if he was found out, he’d probably be in prison with him. Rex questions if Kate was okay with this. Lucas explains that Kate didn’t think Philip could handle prison so she and Victor had him sent away somewhere where he could hopefully get better. Lucas adds that Kate wanted to do the same thing for him, but he wouldn’t let her. Rex admits it doesn’t surprise him and jokes that it’s vintage mom. Lucas agrees that even when the chips were down, Kate was always looking out for her kids.

Paulina tells Roman that Kate and Kayla were such wonderful women. Paulina says she didn’t know Kayla well but she always made her feel welcome in Salem. Paulina adds that Kate was direct and honest which is why they ended up with a really good connection because they had a lot in common. Paulina says talking to Kate felt like a kindred spirit and she was lucky to know her.

Jada recalls when she was a kid, her father would speak very highly of Kayla and say how lucky Steve was to have found her. Steve says Marcus sure was right about that. Jada says living in Salem allowed her to see how amazing Kayla was. Steve states that Kayla gave her all to her friends, family, and her patients. Steve says he and the kids were the lucky ones because they had Kayla’s love. Jada encourages that Kayla will live on through their kids and her love will always stay with him in his heart.

Chad questions Stephanie not remembering turning off her phone. Stephanie confirms she doesn’t, but she knows it was off because this morning, she went to check her e-mails and had to turn it back on. Stephanie guesses she must have turned it off when she was with Alex. Chad suggests maybe she didn’t want to be disturbed. Stephanie remembers being in Alex’s room and going to the bathroom to change. Chad says that’s probably when she did it. Stephanie insists that she doesn’t remember doing it.

Alex tells Sonny that if he could go back in time, he would give anything to not have turned Stephanie’s phone off. Alex says as soon as Chad got there, they raced to the hospital but they were too late. Alex laments that if they just got there sooner, Stephanie would’ve been able to say goodbye but instead, she’s beating herself up for not having her chance. Sonny asks what Alex is going to do. Alex doesn’t think there’s anything he can do as he obviously can’t fix this. Sonny responds that he can’t, but he could tell Stephanie the truth and come clean about what really happened.

Paulina goes to fix her makeup. Roman tells Abe that he married a really good woman and he appreciates all the good things Paulina said about Kate and Kayla. Abe assures that she meant every word as she was fond of both of them. Abe brings up how close he was to Kate and Kayla. Abe says he loved Kayla almost like his own sister. Abe admits he and Kate had their issues over the years, but they ended up being very good friends. Abe jokes that Kate did drive him crazy sometimes but that’s because she was a force to be reckoned with. Abe notes that when Kate wanted something, she made sure she got it as he hugs Roman.

Lucas tells Rex that he has to go to the sanitarium to tell Philip what happened. Rex asks where he is. Lucas informs him that Roman can give him all the details. Rex questions Roman knowing about this too. Lucas explains that Kate wasn’t going to lie to Roman, so she told him everything. Lucas assures that Roman will be able to point him in the right direction. Rex agrees to go. Lucas thanks him and knows he’ll break the news gently. Rex says he doesn’t want to make Philip’s life any worse or more difficult than it already is. Rex declares that now that Kate is gone, the siblings have to stick together.

Chad understands why Stephanie can’t stop replaying what happened last night and trying to figure out why she didn’t get the messages. Chad mentions that Marlena told him that thinking you could change the outcome is just a way to feel like you still have control. Chad relates to when Abigail died and how he kept thinking if he didn’t take the kids to the movies or if they just went to Boston that night, things would be different. Chad says it took a long time for him to realize it wasn’t his fault as there was no way to know what was going to happen. Stephanie is sorry to keep harping on this but says she hardly ever turns her phone off, so for it to be off just when she needed it the most. Chad is sorry that it’s making this so much harder for her. Stephanie mentions that when she saw Chad called, she just wanted to turn back time and answer the call, so she would’ve run to the hospital to see Kayla and held her in her arms. Stephanie breaks down crying as Chad hugs her.

Alex tells Sonny that he can’t tell Stephanie the truth or she’ll hate him and it won’t change anything. Sonny argues that it can’t change last night but it can change what happens going forward. Sonny questions if he really wants to start their relationship with this huge secret hanging over his head. Alex argues that the whole point is that they just started, so if he tells her this, they are done. Sonny questions what kind of relationship they will have if he doesn’t tell her. Sonny asks if Alex is comfortable lying to Stephanie about something this important.

Jada goes to the Brady Pub and picks up her lunch order from Roman. Jada notes that she didn’t come just for lunch. Jada says she hasn’t had a moment to tell him how sorry she is about Kayla and Kate. Roman thanks her and says that means a lot. Jada knows it goes without saying how she felt about Kayla, but she wanted him to know how kind Kate was to her. Roman knows Kate liked her a lot and says she was a good person to have in her corner. Roman adds that he sure was lucky to have her in his.

The prison guard informs Rex that visiting hours are over. Lucas thanks Rex for coming and for everything. Rex tells Lucas to take care of himself for the sake of everyone who cares about him, including him. Rex then goes to the prison guard and warns him to tell Orpheus to stop pushing booze on his brother, or he will go to the warden and have him fired. Rex looks back to Lucas and declares that Kate Roberts’ kids stick together. Rex then exits the prison.

Abe joins Steve in Kayla’s office. Abe mentions running in to Jada at the Pub, who told him where he could find Steve. Steve appreciates Abe checking up on him, but claims he’s fine and just had to come make some arrangements. Abe asks if he can help with anything. Steve says he can handle it but thanks him. Abe knows Steve knows that Kayla was one of his closest friends and he was far from the only one. Abe tells Steve that Kayla touched so many lives and they want to do what would make her happy. Abe declares that right now, that means looking after Steve. Abe hugs Steve as he cries and thanks him.

Stephanie thanks Chad for coming by and saying all the right things. Chad tells her that he’s around if she wants to talk. Stephanie thanks him and says she appreciates that. Stephanie thanks the kids for her card and says she loves it. Chad tells her that the kids are crazy about her. Chad tells her not to hesitate to call him anytime and he’ll be there. Stephanie thanks him again. Chad then exits the house.

Alex tells Sonny that he’s not comfortable lying to Stephanie and he wasn’t trying to hurt her, but he just made a mistake. Sonny argues that this mistake is eating him up inside and the longer he waits, the more it’s going to hurt. Sonny asks what if Stephanie figures the truth out on her own. Alex questions how she would figure that out. Sonny doesn’t know but says it’s sure as hell possible and then she will know that he didn’t just turn off her phone, but he lied about it too. Sonny suggests it would be better if she just found out the truth from him.

Steve breaks down crying at Kayla’s desk.

Rex goes to the Brady Pub and tells Roman that he just came from seeing Lucas. Roman asks how he’s holding up. Rex says that Lucas is holding up the best he can and he also told him about Philip. Roman apologizes for not being the one to tell him. Rex understands that he was doing what’s best for him. Rex adds that Lucas wants him to go to the sanitarium to tell Philip about Kate. Roman agrees that he should. Rex asks if he’s sure as he doesn’t want to leave him alone. Roman appreciates his concern but he wants him to go. Roman says that Philip needs to know what happened and Rex is the best person to tell him. Roman adds that it’s what Kate would’ve wanted as they hug.

Chad walks through the town square and runs in to Sonny. Sonny tells Chad that he’s sorry about Kate. Chad thanks him and responds that he’s sorry about his aunt Kayla. Chad mentions just seeing Stephanie. Sonny asks how she’s doing. Chad says she’s in a lot of grief, obsessing over not getting his call last night which is why she didn’t get to say goodbye to her last night. Sonny says that’s got to be tough for her. Chad notes that she’s in a lot of pain and beating herself up for turning off her phone…

Stephanie sits down at home and thinks back to when she went to the bathroom to freshen up before being with Alex. Alex then shows up at her door and says he just stopped by to check on her as he hugs her. Stephanie says she’s glad because there is something she has to ask him. Stephanie then asks Alex if he turned her phone off when she went to the bathroom to change.

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Rafe questions Johnny saying that he knows where Dr. Rolf is. Johnny informs Rafe that Dr. Rolf is in Jakarta, Indonesia. Rafe questions what he’s doing there. Johnny reveals that Li Shin set him up with a secret lab there. Rafe guesses Li thought no one would find Dr. Rolf on the other side of the world. Johnny says but he did find him, with the help of Li’s own sister.

Li goes to find Wendy at Allie’s apartment in a rush. Wendy asks him what’s going on. Li says that his life is falling apart and he needs her help.

Stefan shows up at Gabi’s door. Gabi asks what he’s doing there. Stefan informs her that he just spoke to Johnny and apparently Johnny and Wendy found Dr. Rolf in Jakarta back in November and Rolf told them the same thing he told Gabi about Li and Kristen brainwashing him to turn him against her. Gabi asks if that means he believes her now. Stefan confirms that he does.

EJ questions Kristen saying she’s coming home. Kristen points out that he has a room and she needs a place to stay. EJ thought she was staying with her baby daddy at John and Marlena’s. Kristen reveals that she was until Brady threw her out. EJ calls that not surprising, considering what she did to him. Kristen asks what exactly he’s heard. EJ responds that Johnny just spoke to Allie, so he knows everything which is why he doesn’t want Kristen living in this house.

Chloe questions Brady as to how Kristen forced him to break up with her. Brady calls it extortion. Chloe asks what she was holding over his head. Brady responds that it was the lives of people that he loves. Brady reveals that Kristen played God and now two women are dead.

Nicole and Eric come across each other in the town square. Nicole mentions that she heard about Kayla and she’s so sorry. Eric thanks her. Nicole asks how Marlena is doing. Eric responds that she’s in ICU and not doing well. Nicole doesn’t know what to say but says it’s awful and she wanted to reach out before. Eric says he should get going. Nicole stops him and says Eric just lost his aunt and this is so much more important than what’s going on between them. Nicole asks Eric to just talk to her.

Chloe can’t believe Kate and Kayla have died and asks about Marlena. Brady responds that she’s barely hanging on and is at the hospital because of Kristen. Brady explains that all three women had a relapse of the virus that Orpheus infected them with. Chloe thought they were out of the woods and doesn’t understand what Kristen has to do with this. Brady reveals that Kristen had the Orchid and was the one who provided the serum in the first place. Brady adds that the only way she was willing to turn it over was if he agreed to end his relationship with Chloe.

EJ can’t believe Kristen was holding the lives of the three women over Brady’s head. Kristen argues that EJ would’ve done the same thing to win over the person he loves. EJ questions doing all of this so he would break up with Chloe. Kristen explains that Rachel wanted them to be a family and she wanted to give that to her. Kristen insists that she and Brady belong together. EJ says they need to talk about the fact that two women are dead and there could be a third. Kristen insists that she had every intention of giving them their dose but someone stole the orchid so that’s not her fault. EJ calls that debatable and says Brady doesn’t see it that way. Kristen acknowledges that Brady is furious which is why he kicked her out the door. EJ mocks her coming back here with her tail between her legs. Kristen argues that she came because this has always been her home and EJ is going to welcome her with open arms. EJ asks why he would do that. Kristen then threatens to tell Stefan exactly what he did to him if he doesn’t.

Gabi gets excited about Stefan seeing what she’s been saying this whole time about Dr. Rolf messing with his head and making him hate her. Gabi questions Wendy knowing since November and just telling him now. Stefan guesses that she was protecting her big brother. Gabi argues that they were going to be sisters and questions how she could let her marry a man who did something so horrible. Stefan says that Johnny told him that Wendy felt horrible but couldn’t bring herself to betray her brother. Gabi remarks that Wendy betrayed her instead. Gabi declares that now they know what they all did to keep them apart.

Li tells Wendy that he just went to beg Gabi for another chance but she threw their wedding cookies at him, told him that she hates him and that they are done forever. Wendy says she’s so sorry. Li appreciates her sympathy but says that’s not what he needs from her right now. Li tells Wendy that she must talk to Gabi and change her mind.

Chloe questions Brady about Kristen withholding the serum until he broke up with her. Brady adds that Kristen forced him to move her in and if he didn’t, she would let all three women die. Brady says she wasn’t bluffing since he watched the women get weaker. Chloe asks why he didn’t tell her and argues that she could’ve kept quiet and helped him. Brady says she has no idea how much he wanted to tell her the truth and admits he almost slipped a couple of times but she was threatening him so he was nervous that if he told her and Kristen somehow found out, those three women would have died. Brady notes that Kristen claimed the women needed supplemental doses to stay healthy and that’s how she kept him on the hook. Chloe questions Brady not telling anyone. Brady admits that he reached his breaking point and confided in Eric, then they came up with a plan to get the Orchid back.

Eric tells Nicole about Kristen blackmailing Brady this whole time and that’s why he broke up with Chloe. Eric says it was the only way to save Marlena, Kayla, and Kate, but he couldn’t tell Chloe. Nicole mentions that she just came from seeing Chloe and then Brady showed up to talk to her alone. Eric confirms that Brady is finally telling Chloe the truth. Nicole says that will be a shock since Brady broke Chloe’s heart. Eric says at least Brady will be free to be with the person he loves and belongs to. Nicole questions what happened to the Orchid. Eric says that Kristen claims it was stolen and that John has his people looking everywhere for it. Eric wishes they came up with their plan sooner to force Kristen to turn over the Orchid. Nicole questions what the plan was and how they were going to force her. Eric reveals that it was by kidnapping Rachel.

EJ tells Kristen that he has no idea what she thinks he did to Stefan. Kristen tells him to stop playing games as she had a very long day. Kristen goes over Brady kicking her out, her daughter being kidnapped, and Eric pulling a gun on her. EJ remarks that she’s lucky Eric didn’t pull the trigger considering what she did to his mother. Kristen guesses he’s disappointed. EJ says he has no ill will towards her, despite the fact that she betrayed him and voted to keep DiMera Enterprises in Gabi’s hands. EJ adds that he doesn’t want Kristen’s drama or machinations in this house. Kristen mocks that he only wants his own drama and machinations. EJ argues that he didn’t do anything to Stefan. Kristen brings up EJ knowing about Stefan’s brainwashing for quite some time and keeping it a secret. Kristen warns that she also kept it a secret until now, but they both know how fast that can change.

Johnny sends Rafe the address in Jakarta and knows it’s out of his jurisdiction but asks if there’s any way he can get to Dr. Rolf. Rafe assures that he has contacts over there so he’s sure he can get in touch with someone. Johnny warns that they have to hurry because finding Dr. Rolf is the only way they could save Marlena’s life. Rafe asks if Johnny remembers seeing an Orchid in Dr. Rolf’s lab. Johnny says he doesn’t but that doesn’t mean it’s not there. Johnny adds that Kate and Kayla are already gone while Marlena is fading fast, so this is their only hope. Rafe promises to do everything they can to find Dr. Rolf and the serum.

Wendy questions Li thinking anything she says to Gabi will make her take him back. Li argues that Gabi is very fond of her. Wendy calls it a lost cause. Li disagrees and argues that they both know he’s better for Gabi than Stefan. Li brings up how Stefan has treated her. Wendy brings up that being because Li had Dr. Rolf change how he feels towards her. Li insists that he loves Gabi in a way that Stefan never could and they were good together. Wendy says it’s not up to her. Li pleads with Wendy to talk to Gabi, insisting that she will listen to her.

Gabi complains that Wendy is a hypocrite for pretending to be on her side while lying the whole time to protect her brother. Stefan states that they have both been lied to a lot. Gabi says she will deal with Wendy later, but what matters now is that Stefan knows the truth. Gabi talks about thinking she lost him forever and then he came back but couldn’t stand her and now he knows why. Gabi argues that if it wasn’t for Dr. Rolf, they would be together and that’s why he came here. Gabi declares that this changes everything for them but Stefan says it does not.

Brady tells Chloe about Kristen leading him to the Orchid, but it was gone and she claims she has no idea what happened to it. Chloe questions believing her. Brady points out that Kristen would never willingly give up her leverage over him, since now she has nothing to hold over him. Chloe questions that being why he kicked her out. Brady says he kicked her out as soon as he could and came straight here because he wanted Chloe to know that he never stopped loving her. Brady says he was forced to do what he did, but he knew he would find his way back to her. Brady notes that Chloe isn’t saying anything. Chloe wishes she would’ve known all of this before she slept with Stefan.

Gabi questions Stefan saying this doesn’t change anything between them. Stefan reminds her that she’s now married to someone else. Gabi says that’s someone she now despises and she needs to call a lawyer about a divorce or annulment. Gabi asks how she could want to be with Li after what he did to them. Gabi argues that Li’s lies ripped their lives apart. Stefan admits now that he knows the truth, he feels horrible for how badly Gabi has been hurt in all of this and he’s so sorry for the way he treated her. Gabi blames it all on Dr. Rolf and Li. Gabi assures that she still loves him. Stefan knows she does but responds that he doesn’t still love her. Gabi argues that’s because Dr. Rolf turned him against her and pushed him in to Chloe’s arms. Stefan says however it happened, his feelings for Chloe are real and he knows in his head that he used to love Gabi, but now he only feels terrible for how much Gabi has been suffering and doesn’t feel any attraction towards her. Gabi repeats that it’s because Dr. Rolf conditioned his brain to hate her but he doesn’t hate her, he loves her. Gabi tells Stefan to answer one question and asks if he wants to be with Chloe, who is someone that someone else forced him to love, or if he wants to be with her, the person he chose to love.

Li argues that he’s asking Wendy to do the right thing. Li insists that it’s clear that Stefan belongs with Chloe and he belongs with Gabi. Wendy argues that Gabi wants nothing to do with him and is furious with him. Li says Gabi just needs tor remember how good they were and instructs Wendy to tell her how sorry he is. Wendy argues that Gabi won’t listen. Li orders Wendy to make Gabi listen and says he believes that she can do this for him. Li goes to open the door right as Johnny arrives. Wendy hugs him and says she’s so sorry about his aunt. Wendy asks about his grandmother. Johnny responds that they are holding out hope that she’ll beat this thing. Li interrupts and says he’s very sorry about all of this, but Wendy needs to get going. Wendy tells Li to see how upset Johnny is right now. Johnny understands if she has something important to do. Wendy says it can wait but Li says it can’t. Wendy then informs Johnny that Li wants her to convince Gabi to give him another chance. Johnny then informs Wendy that they knew about the brainwashing before the wedding as he thought it was only right that Stefan knew Gabi was telling the truth. Li argues that’s all the more reason for Wendy to go talk to Gabi before Stefan does. Li urges Wendy that this is his life and he needs her. Wendy tells Johnny that she will call him later and then exits the apartment. Johnny wishes Li luck. Li stops him and says they need to have a word.

Kristen tells EJ that it’s always refreshing when they can be honest with each other. EJ brings up that it wasn’t long ago Kristen was telling him that she was sorry about his mother’s death. Kristen argues that she offered to accompany him to the funeral but he didn’t want her sympathy. EJ asks if this is payback. Kristen calls it desperation because she needs a place to regroup and figure out her next move on winning Brady back. EJ mockingly suggests she could have Dr. Rolf mess with Brady’s brain to have him fall back in love with her. Kristen asks EJ if she can stay or if she needs to go find Stefan to tell him how EJ betrayed him. EJ reminds Kristen that she was apart of it long before he was. Kristen argues that she’s not running the company, so she has nothing to lose. Kristen adds that what she and Li did was for a higher moral purpose as they did it for true love while EJ kept the secret to hold onto power that he could lose if Stefan learns he was complicit. Kristen tells EJ to go ahead and grab her bag as she still stay in the guest room on the west wing. Kristen asks if he would rather she tell everyone what she knows. Rafe then walks in and asks what she knows about.

Nicole questions Eric about kidnapping Rachel. Eric explains that it was a ruse to get Kristen to turn over the Orchid. Nicole argues that Rachel must have been traumatized and he knows how dangerous Kristen is. Eric insists that Rachel was safe the entire time. Nicole asks where she kept her. Eric informs her that she was with Sloan. Nicole can’t believe it and calls Sloan his shady hookup buddy. Eric calls Sloan someone he completely trusts and questions Nicole having a problem with that. Nicole says the question is why Eric doesn’t have a problem with it. Nicole calls Sloan a menace. Eric says it’s not his place to judge her. Nicole argues that he has no problem judging her. Eric says here we go again. Nicole complains about what Sloan did to Chanel and Paulina. Eric asks if it’s really about them or if Nicole is just jealous that he and Sloan are sleeping together.

Rafe says he’s sorry to interrupt but Harold let him in. EJ shouts that he’ll have a word with him about that. Kristen asks if there’s something they can help him with. Rafe says he hopes so and asks if they were just discussing the missing orchid. Kristen calls it the stolen orchid. Rafe asks if it’s been recovered. EJ assures that if he knew anything, he wouldn’t keep it to himself. Rafe asks if he’s sure about that. EJ argues that Marlena is his son’s grandmother, so losing her right after losing his other grandmother would break his heart and he’d never want that to happen. Rafe then asks how Kristen would feel if Marlena didn’t survive.

Johnny tells Li that he should get to the hospital to check on his grandma. Li says he won’t keep him long and just has one question before he leaves. Li questions if Johnny happened to tell Stefan about EJ’s role in all of this and that EJ knew what Dr. Rolf did and kept quiet. Johnny admits he did not. Li complains that the DiMeras all stick together but he had no problem throwing him under the bus.

Gabi tells Stefan that she’s not asking him how he feels right now, but who he wants to love. Gabi asks if he doesn’t want to take back his free will. Stefan asks if that means losing Chloe. Wendy shows up and says she understands Gabi is upset with her. Gabi says that Stefan just told her that Wendy knew all about what Li did, so she does want to talk.

Brady questions Chloe sleeping with Stefan. Chloe informs him that it was on New Year’s Eve right before Gabi burst in to their hotel room. Brady admits he was afraid that’s where they were headed. Chloe just wishes she knew any of this. Brady says that it hurts, but it’s not her fault, since he put her in this position. Brady adds that at least Chloe knows Stefan’s feelings for her aren’t real. Chloe understands that but reveals that her feelings for Stefan are real, which shocks Brady. Chloe explains that when Brady ended things between them, she was devastated as it felt like she lost him as well as solid ground in life because it felt like he still loved her and that’s why it made no sense and was so hard to process. Brady is so sorry he put her through that. Chloe knows he wasn’t trying to hurt her and that he had to sacrifice his own happiness to save someone else that he loves. Brady acknowledges that he saw how much pain it was causing her. Chloe cries that she won’t pretend it wasn’t awful and that she didn’t cry herself to sleep every night, but Stefan was there for her at her lowest moments and he helped her heal. Chloe admits they got close and she would’ve never slept with him if her feelings for him weren’t strong and real, but they are.

Gabi tells Wendy that she thought they were friends and almost sisters, so she questions how she could keep something like this from her. Wendy assures it’s not something she’s proud of. Gabi asks if that’s supposed to make it better. Wendy responds that she came to say she’s sorry. Gabi cuts her off and says she hates Li for what he did to her and Stefan. Gabi says that won’t change even if Dr. Rolf tries to brainwash her. Wendy tries to plead with her but Gabi says she’ll see her around and shuts the door on her.

Kristen tells Rafe that she and EJ were both just stating the obvious that losing Marlena would be a tragedy, just like Kayla and Kate’s deaths. Rafe doesn’t believe her. Rafe thinks they were conspiring about something when he walked in and asks if they want to share. EJ responds that they were discussing a family matter. Kristen says it doesn’t concern Rafe. Rafe says speaking of family, he thought they might want to know that their family doctor, Dr. Rolf, is about to be arrested in Jakarta. Kristen questions him finding Rolf. Rafe confirms that as soon as he is arrested, he will be extradited to Salem where he will have to answer for his crimes. EJ tells Rafe that Li was the one who stashed away Dr. Rolf and they had nothing to do with that. Rafe thanks him for the clarification and guesses they won’t mind if he has a forensics team check out the secret room for any leads. Kristen questions calling it a secret room when everybody knows about it. EJ tells Rafe to go ahead because they have nothing to hide. Rafe adds that he will also need to review the security tapes for the past week. EJ insists that they want the orchid found just as much as he does. EJ declares that Johnny has already lost one grandmother, so he will do everything he can to make sure he does not lose another.

Johnny tells Li that EJ had no idea what Li had Dr. Rolf do to Stefan until after the fact. Li mocks that Stefan won’t be delighted to hear that. Johnny argues that EJ was not the one who had Dr. Rolf dig around Stefan’s brain, pull him away from the woman he loves, and almost pull the plug on him as that was all Li. Li responds that he had his reasons. Johnny remarks that Li sending Wendy to talk to Gabi is weak. Li argues that Wendy is being a good sister. Johnny accuses Li of pressuring Wendy into it and putting her in another impossible situation. Li says he just wants Gabi to understand how much he loves her. Johnny reminds him that DiMeras stick together, so he hopes Gabi makes it explicitly clear to Wendy that she’s not taking him back, because she loves Stefan and she always will. Johnny then exits the apartment.

Nicole tells Eric that this is not about jealousy and that Abe is like family to her, so she is protective of anyone in his family. Eric argues that Chanel and Paulina are hardly innocent in this situation. Nicole can’t believe Eric is defending Sloan. Eric says she doesn’t even know her. Nicole feels she knows enough. Eric states that Sloan lost her mother under terrible circumstances and he’s afraid that he’s about to relate to that. Nicole decides this is not the appropriate time to be arguing about Sloan. Eric asks why and says he’s very happy to have this conversation. Eric adds that they can also talk about who Nicole is shacking up with. Nicole responds that she’s not pretending she or EJ are saints, but when they decided to end their marriage, they agreed that she was too much of a sinner and Eric was too much of a choir boy, but now she doesn’t know. Nicole questions what kind of man Eric is. Eric responds that he did what he did because he was protecting his family. Nicole asks if he slept with Sloan to protect his family. Eric clarifies that he’s talking about the kidnapping and that he did it to protect his mother. Nicole says she gets that. Eric questions her not liking that he had Rachel babysat by someone that she doesn’t approve of. Eric suggests they can talk about Nicole and how she acted to end the life of his child.

Chloe tells Brady that he can’t expect her to just come back to him and act like nothing has changed. Brady argues that nothing has changed for him. Chloe cries that she thought he didn’t want her and that he chose to be with Kristen and that was devastating, so she had to protect herself and force herself to get over him.

Rafe informs EJ and Kristen that the forensics team is on their way so he assumes they won’t give them any trouble. EJ jokes that he’ll even offer them snacks. Rafe then informs Kristen that Eric was in his office earlier, demanding that he arrest him for withholding the orchid that could save his mother’s life. Kristen questions Rafe not complying with his demand. Rafe responds that he doesn’t have the facts to back up an arrest yet, but he’s sure as soon as he gets his hands on Dr. Rolf, he can get him to flip on Kristen, Li, and anyone else who might be involved. Rafe says he’ll be in touch and tells them to have a great day as he exits the mansion.

Gabi tells Stefan that she can’t believe Li sent his little sister to try and change her mind about him, especially since she was keeping his secret. Stefan calls it not a winning strategy. Gabi adds that no one can change her mind about how she feels about Stefan. Gabi wishes he would say something. Stefan knows she wants to be with him and he feels horrible for how badly she’s been hurt through all of this, but it’s not going to happen. Gabi knows it’s hard to imagine but insists that they can find Dr. Rolf and have him undo what he did. Stefan questions if she thinks he’ll just fall back in love with her. Gabi admits she doesn’t know as he may continue hating her or continue to love Chloe. Gabi asks if Stefan doesn’t want to be whole again, to make his own choices, or to want his free will back.

EJ returns from the tunnels and informs Kristen that Rafe’s team have descended into the tunnels and the not so secret room. Kristen asks if they are going to find anything. EJ calls it unlikely. Kristen then asks if he’s going to welcome his sister in. EJ remarks that she hasn’t given him a choice. EJ agrees to let Kristen stay for now but warns that she better pray for her and Marlena’s sake that they find the orchid.

Brady knows he can’t just ask Chloe to flip a switch and go back to where things were before, but says she needs to know that he didn’t have a choice when it came to being with Kristen while Chloe has a choice. Chloe understands that but she can’t make that choice in this moment. Brady decides to give her all the time she needs and he will wait for as long as he has to. Brady says he better get back to the hospital to check on John. Chloe sends them her best. Brady tells Chloe that he loves her and when she’s done figuring this whole thing out, he hopes she will come to realize that she loves him too. Brady then exits.

Nicole asks Eric if he knows how cruel it is to blame her over and over again for Jada’s choice. Nicole calls it unfair and repeats that she did not talk Jada in to not having his baby but he goes on and on accusing her as if she dragged her to the abortion clinic. Eric argues that she helped by painting a negative picture of what motherhood would be like. Nicole argues that if Jada wanted to have the baby and be a mother, then nothing anyone said would’ve made a damn bit of difference. Eric disagrees. Nicole decides she no longer cares if Eric thinks she deprived him of his dreams of being a father. They agree to no longer discuss it. Nicole declares that she’s off to go pray for his mother and for him too as she storms off.

Wendy returns home where Li is waiting. Li asks if she talked to Gabi. Wendy confirms that she did, but Stefan was there when she arrived. Li screams in frustration that Stefan got to her first. Li blames Wendy for fighting with him. Wendy cuts him off and says this is over because Gabi hates him for what he did. Wendy declares that it’s time to face reality and accept that Gabi never wants to be with him again.

Rafe returns to the police station and finishes a call as Gabi and Stefan arrive. Gabi tells Rafe that they need his help in finding Dr. Rolf. Rafe asks why. Stefan responds that he now believes Rolf brainwashed him. Gabi adds that Stefan has agreed to have Dr. Rolf undo whatever he did and then they will see where that leads them. Stefan mentions that Johnny thinks he knows where Dr. Rolf is. Rafe reveals he has some bad news as he just got off the phone with the Jakarta police and they raided Dr. Rolf’s lab, but he wasn’t there. Gabi questions him being gone. Rafe declares that he disappeared without a trace.

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EJ brings Nicole’s breakfast to her room at the DiMera Mansion. Nicole thanks him and jokes about there not being a newspaper with it like Harold usually brings. Nicole asks EJ what’s going on. EJ then informs Nicole that he has some sad news and wanted to break it to her, himself.

Johnny is in the living room of the DiMera Mansion, reading the Spectator article on Kate and Kayla’s deaths with Marlena in critical condition. Johnny is on the phone with Allie and says he’s so sorry about Kate. Johnny says he will meet her at the hospital when visiting hours start. Johnny says he loves her and hangs up. Stefan returns home. Johnny notes that he’s finally back. Stefan says it was pandemonium at the airport with every flight delayed, so it’s a miracle he even made it back from Miami. Stefan jokes he wouldn’t have minded a couple of extra days of paradise with Chloe. Johnny asks if he had a good time then. Stefan confirms that they rang in the New Year on the dance floor of the hottest nightclub in Miami. Johnny questions if he didn’t have any unforeseen interruptions. Stefan guesses he knows about Gabi. Johnny confirms that he drove her to the airport. Stefan confirms that Gabi did find him and told him everything.

Gabi returns home from Miami. Rafe asks how it went and if she saw Stefan, but notes that she doesn’t look good. Gabi breaks down crying as Rafe hugs her and says he’s sorry.

Li sits in the town square, trying to come up with a message to text Gabi but gives up in frustration. Chloe arrives and confronts Li, saying he damn well better answer her questions.

Kristen returns home to John and Marlena’s and sees she forgot Rachel’s lunchbox. Eric comes in after her and reveals that he just came from seeing Roman. Kristen asks how he’s doing. Eric informs Kristen that Roman’s wife just did and so did his sister. Eric declares that Marlena could be next, or maybe Kristen will beat her to it, as he pulls a gun on Kristen.

Gabi tells Rafe about how she arrived in Miami to find Stefan in bed with Chloe. Rafe asks if she told Stefan what Dr. Rolf did. Gabi confirms she told him everything, but Stefan says it doesn’t matter at all and he doesn’t care.

Johnny questions Stefan saying that Gabi told him everything. Stefan confirms he heard the whole alleged conspiracy and brainwashing from Dr. Rolf and Li. Johnny questions him not being upset that Dr. Rolf turned him against the woman he loves. Stefan asks how he’s supposed to believe any of that. Johnny asks what he means. Stefan brings up that Gabi tracked down Dr. Rolf before he left town and she believed his denial, but now she suddenly changes her story and believes the opposite, so he questions how he knows what story to believe. Johnny then reveals that he knows Dr. Rolf brainwashed him because he heard it straight from Rolf himself.

EJ informs Nicole about the deaths of Kate and Kayla. EJ explains that they had a relapse of the rare disease they had months ago. Nicole can’t believe it as she thought they all took the anonymous vial. EJ explains that they all thought they had been cured since they had been perfectly healthy all this time, until now. Nicole asks about Marlena since she had it too. EJ informs her that Marlena has been similarly affected and is very ill, but she’s still holding on for now. Nicole starts to cry and worries about Eric.

Kristen asks if Eric wants revenge and argues that he’s not a murderer since he was a priest. Eric brings up the bible saying an eye for an eye. Eric yells at her to shut up and says this isn’t a game and he’s not the coward that she thinks he is. Eric reminds her that he kidnapped her daughter. Kristen calls that a glorified playdate. Kristen knows he wouldn’t hurt Rachel, just like he won’t hurt her. Eric asks if that’s what she thinks. Eric demands Kristen hand over the Orchid or else they are both going to find out what he’s capable of.

Gabi tells Rafe that Stefan threw her out and told her that he wanted to stay with Chloe, so he didn’t even believe her. Rafe says he’s so sorry. Gabi argues that they need to find Dr. Rolf so maybe he can undo what he did to Stefan. Rafe assures that he’s doing everything he can to find Dr. Rolf since they need him to backup her story that Kristen and Li masterminded this whole mess. Rafe mentions that he did have to release Kristen and Li from custody since he didn’t have enough evidence told him, but declares that he will not let them get away with what they did to Gabi and Stefan.

Li tells Chloe that he’s not sure what she’s heard. Chloe responds that she knows everything since she was with Stefan when Gabi crashed their New Year’s in Miami. Chloe goes over Li brainwashing Stefan away from Gabi since he knew he couldn’t compete. Chloe accuses Li of playing God with Stefan’s life and Gabi’s life. Li argues that he loves Gabi very much. Chloe says she has a hell of a way of showing it since she hates him now. Chloe questions why Li dragged her in to this.

Stefan questions when Dr. Rolf told Johnny about this. Johnny explains that Wendy overheard Li having a conversation about Dr. Rolf and Stefan, so she got worried that Li was in over his head somehow. Stefan then realizes this was what the Jakarta trip was about. Johnny admits they took the company jet to Indonesia to find Dr. Rolf and it wasn’t a joyride, but a mission. Johnny says that Wendy tricked Dr. Rolf in to admitting everything about the brainwashing, but he got the upper hand on them and tried to inject them with a drug that would make them forget everything, just like he did to Gabi when she confronted him before he fled Salem. Stefan realizes that Gabi really was drugged and that’s why she was convinced that Dr. Rolf was innocent. Johnny explains that when the drug wore off, Gabi blew up her whole wedding and got on a plane to tell Stefan everything. Stefan calls this all very enlightening, but says there’s just one piece missing for him. Stefan goes over Johnny going to Jakarta weeks ago and questions why he’s just now hearing about this.

Nicole tells EJ that Eric has lost his aunt and stepmother and now possibly his mother, just like that. EJ calls it an unspeakable tragedy. Nicole worries that Eric’s already in a bad place after everything he’s been through. EJ encourages that Nicole didn’t do anything and that Eric turned his back on her for no good reason. Nicole says whatever it is doesn’t matter. Nicole declares that she wants to be there for Eric, but she’s afraid that she’s the last person he wants to see.

Kristen swears to Eric that if she knew where the orchid was, she’d tell him. Kristen questions how to convince him when he’s holding a gun on her. Eric questions why he should believe her when she’s always been a liar as well as a murderer and rapist. Eric goes over the orchid magically disappearing when they need it the most and yells at Kristen to shut the hell up. Eric says it’s too convenient to be a coincidence. Eric tells Kristen that her game is over because he has the gun. Eric orders Kristen to take him to the Orchid or he’s going to a put a bullet in her. Brady then comes home and asks what the hell Eric is doing.

EJ tells Nicole that he’s so sorry. Nicole thanks him but feels she played her part in this. Nicole disagrees that Eric pushed her away for no reason. EJ feels she’s too hard on herself. Nicole thinks she’s not hard enough on herself. EJ encourages that she’s a good person and says she’s been great company to have around. Nicole is glad someone thinks so. Nicole knows it seems crazy that she’s not ready to move on from Eric, especially when he hates her guts. EJ tells her that she knows what feels right, so he won’t press her on it. Nicole starts to drink the coffee from her breakfast but says her New Year’s Resolution was to quit caffeine but it now seems trivial. EJ says he will add decaf. Nicole declares that she now thinks she’s going to give up men instead.

Gabi tells Rafe that she was a fool to trust Li Shin and now she’s actually married to him. Rafe jokes that now they can be divorce buddies since he just got his papers from Nicole. Gabi says she’s sorry but Rafe says it’s for the best. Rafe says he has to get to work and advises Gabi not to give up on Stefan. Gabi promises she will never give up on the man she loves as Rafe then exits.

Stefan questions Johnny and Wendy flying halfway around the world, risking her job, and come back with the truth but then lied to his face. Stefan doesn’t get it. Johnny thinks back to promising EJ that he wouldn’t tell Stefan about his involvement. Stefan then questions what Johnny is not telling him. EJ then walks in and acknowledges Stefan being back. EJ then questions what’s going on here.

Chloe tells Li that when Stefan woke up, he hated Gabi and was fixated on her. Chloe questions why since it made it no sense as they had broken up way before he had died and she was with Brady then. Li suggests she ask herself who would stand to benefit to drive a wedge between her and Brady. Chloe asks if he’s saying Kristen had a hand in this. Li says he’s not saying anything but she drew her own conclusion. Chloe calls him a son of a bitch and argues that he can’t screw with people’s lives and then not own up to it when he’s caught. Chloe orders him to take some responsibility but argues that he can’t do that because he’s a disgusting excuse for a human being. Li reminds Chloe that she works for him. Chloe says not anymore and announces that she quits as she then walks away.

Brady tells Eric that Kristen doesn’t know where the Orchid is and asks him to give him the gun. Eric questions why Brady believes everything Kristen says or does. Brady reminds him that Kristen swore on Rachel’s life and has no reason to lie. Eric shouts that she has every reason to manipulate him. Brady tells Eric that his mother needs him and they are running out of time as he pleads with him to give him the gun. Eric reluctantly gives Brady the gun and declares that he’s not playing these games anymore. Eric warns Kristen about if anything happens to his mother and she dies as he walks out of the house. Kristen thanks Brady. Brady responds that he didn’t do it for her, but for Eric. Brady then asks Kristen to go pack her bags and get out of the house.

Nicole goes to Chloe’s hotel room at the Salem Inn. Nicole says she heard Stefan was back so she figured Chloe would be too. Chloe hugs her and says she’s so glad to see her. Chloe guesses she’s heard about the disaster in Miami but Nicole says no as she didn’t even talk to Stefan. Nicole tells Chloe that she’s so sorry but she felt Gabi should know where Stefan was after what happened at her wedding. Chloe says it’s okay and she wishes someone told Gabi sooner, since she and Stefan rang in the New Year by sleeping together. Chloe explains that she almost didn’t go through with it since she couldn’t stop thinking about Brady, but then she just thought that she deserves to be happy and to feel good, so she went through with it and it really was wonderful, but then afterwards, Gabi bursts in to their hotel room and tells them everything about Dr. Rolf brainwashing Stefan in to hating Gabi and fixating on her. Chloe feels so stupid since the only reason Stefan wanted her is because Dr. Rolf engineered those feelings. Nicole is sure that’s not the only reason. Chloe says that Stefan insists his feelings are real, but questions if she can really believe that.

Johnny tells EJ that they were just talking about what Dr. Rolf did to Stefan. Stefan adds that Johnny just told him that he knew what Rolf did all along and was just about to attempt to explain himself. Johnny claims that he kept quiet because of someone he cares about. Stefan asks him who. Johnny says that it was Wendy which relieves EJ. Johnny says that he and Wendy got really close and Li begged her not to expose him and she agreed, so he felt he had to keep his mouth shut too for her. Stefan asks if that’s the whole story. Johnny claims that it is.

Li goes to see Gabi. She says she has nothing to say to him. Li asks her to just hear him out. Gabi asks why she should when all he’s done is lie to her and he knew Stefan was alive and never said anything. Li argues that Stefan had no heart, so all he had was a vague promise from Dr. Rolf that he might wake up someday. Li claims his interest in Stefan had nothing to do with Gabi, but about what resurrecting him might do to DiMera. Gabi argues that Li chose business over her. Li asks her to let him put it all in to context. Gabi questions how this could ever be made forgivable. Gabi asks for the business reason for Li trying to pull the plug on Stefan. Gabi then tells him to save it since Dr. Rolf explained the whole thing and then drugged her, which she’s sure Li knew about. Li says he was desperate as he was deeply in love with her and didn’t want to lose her. Gabi declares that now that Li is a lying bastard with no integrity, he’s lost her forever.

Rafe is on the phone at the police station, saying they need access to DiMera’s records and proof they financed Dr. Rolf’s move to Indonesia. Rafe says they will figure it out when they get the warrant and hangs up. Eric arrives and remarks that DiMeras are nothing but liars who cover up the truth until people you love are going to die. Rafe responds that he’s really sorry for what he’s going through. Rafe wishes there was something he could do. Eric tells him to arrest Kristen right now.

Kristen questions Brady wanting her to go. Brady tells her not to act surprised since the only reason she was living her was because she was holding the orchid over his head. Brady says now two women are dead and a third might not make it, while she lost the only thing that could save her life so he wants her out. Kristen asks how Rachel will feel when she comes home from school and she’s not there. Brady assures that Rachel will be fine and will eventually understand why Kristen can’t be apart of her life. Brady says that Marlena is not fine as she’s dying in the ICU, so he doesn’t want John coming home to see Kristen’s face, as a widower. Brady orders Kristen to get out now. Kristen cries that she has nowhere else to go. Brady shouts that it is not his problem.

Li tells Gabi that he knows what he did was wrong. Gabi asks if he’s that arrogant or deluded to think he can just apologize and all is forgiven. Li argues that Gabi knows what it’s like to cross the line for love and says they are the same because they are not afraid to take drastic measures when something is truly worth the risk. Li says Stefan isn’t like them because he gave up on her which is something he will never do. Gabi argues that Stefan didn’t give up, he was brainwashed by him so he had no choice. Li argues that if Stefan loved her enough, no amount of brainwashing could have stopped him. Li declares that Stefan never loved her like he does. Li says that Gabi has every right to judge him harshly, but deep down, she knows why he did it because she would’ve done it too which proves they belong together and she knows it.

Chloe tells Nicole that they all thought it was strange when Stefan started showing up at her door with flowers considering how in love with Gabi he was. Chloe adds that she wasn’t interested since she only had eyes for Brady, but then Brady walked out on her and went back to Kristen while Stefan was there, treating her like the best thing to ever happen to him. Chloe says for the first time in a long time while in bed with him in Miami, she stopped hurting and was happy but then Gabi crashed in and ruined that too. Nicole says she’s so sorry that it’s such a mess, but she’s here for her. Chloe thanks her for listening and says enough about her. Chloe then asks how Nicole’s New Year’s was.

Johnny apologizes to Stefan. Stefan hoped that family loyalty would trump his burgeoning relationship with Wendy, but what’s done is done. Stefan then takes his bag and heads upstairs. EJ thanks Johnny and says it’s one thing for Stefan to believe Johnny was involved in the cover up, but he is his brother and his boss. Johnny states that he kept the secret this long, so there’s no reason to let it out now. Johnny notes that Stefan didn’t really seem to care what Dr. Rolf did but maybe the shock of knowing the truth will wear off. Johnny gets a call from Allie and asks her what’s happening, then he is shocked by what she tells him.

Rafe tells Eric that Kristen claims that she doesn’t know who could have taken the orchid. Eric argues that she’s playing dumb and assures that she knows more than she’s putting on. Eric tells Rafe to go haul her ass out and get it out of her. Rafe tries to explain things. Eric then argues that he knows Rafe blames him for what happened with Nicole, but tells him not to let Marlena suffer because he’s angry with him.

Brady talks to Theresa on the phone and says she’s so sorry about Kayla. Brady asks her not to tell their son Tate about Marlena yet. Brady thanks her and hangs up. Kristen comes back in to the room and tells Brady that he doesn’t need to do this, arguing that Rachel will need her mother more than ever. Brady says that’s because she might lose her grandmother because of her. Brady doesn’t know why he let Kristen get away with this for as long as he did because he was worried that if he told someone, she’d let someone die and then it happened anyway. Brady suggests maybe if he tried harder in the beginning, he’d have the orchid and then Kate and Kayla would still be here. Kristen tells him not to blame himself. Brady assures that he blames her. Kristen tells Brady to tell Rachel that she loves her. Brady says goodbye to Kristen.

Gabi questions Li expecting her to forgive him when he tried to kill the man she loves and then married her, knowing what he had done. Gabi warns Li to get the hell out or she will kick him out. Gabi then starts throwing food at him until he leaves.

Johnny hangs up with Allie and then informs EJ that Allie just spoke to Brady and found out that Kristen had apparently been hiding an Orchid here in the Mansion in the secret passages for months, but now that it’s needed to make a serum for Marlena, it’s missing. EJ wonders what the hell Kristen has done. Johnny notes that Kristen swears she doesn’t know where it is, but Marlena is getting worse, the clock is ticking, and they need that serum now. Johnny says there has to be a way they can make more of it. EJ says maybe Dr. Rolf would know. Johnny decides he needs to go see Rafe and rushes out of the mansion.

Rafe understands that Eric is worried about Marlena and desperate to save her, so he feels terrible for what he’s going through. Rafe then tells Eric no more playing amateur detective and to come to him next time. Eric argues that he was trying to get medical help for his critically ill mother. Rafe says that he will follow up on every lead, but right now Eric is wasting his time, so the best thing he could to help his mother is leave.

Nicole informs Chloe that she spent New Year’s with EJ but assures that nothing really happened. Chloe asks about Eric. Nicole responds that Eric is sleeping with Sloan Peterson which surprises her. Nicole knows it’s insane but they are barely speaking to each other and she wishes she could reach out to him with everything going on with his family. Chloe asks what she means. Nicole remembers that Chloe just got back so she hasn’t heard about Kate, Kayla, and Marlena. Chloe questions what is happening with them but they get interrupted by Brady showing up at the door. Chloe asks what he’s doing there.

Johnny goes to the police station. Rafe says he heard about Marlena and he’s so sorry, asking if there’s anything he can do. Johnny says he just found out from Allie that Marlena is in desperate need of the serum that comes from the Orchid, but it’s gone missing although it’s possible that Dr. Rolf could make more. Rafe says they are actually looking for Rolf regarding another case. Johnny reveals that’s why he came and declares his search is over, because he knows where Dr. Rolf is.

Stefan shows up at Gabi’s door.

Brady asks if he can talk to Chloe alone. Nicole says she was just leaving. Nicole tells Chloe to call her any time and exits. Chloe asks what Brady wants. Brady says he wanted to tell her the reason why he broke up with her and admits it had nothing to do with Rachel, but Kristen forced him to do it.

Kristen enters the DiMera Mansion with her bags. EJ asks what the hell she is doing here. Kristen asks what it looks like and declares that she’s coming home.

Nicole walks through the town square. Eric walks by and stops when he sees her.

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