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Days of Our Lives Update

Update written by Joseph

Ben has Ciara blindfolded and brings her to an empty apartment which he reveals is their new home.

Devil Johnny enters the Horton House in the dark where The Devil recalls setting the Christmas tree on fire. Julie enters the living room and questions who is there and what they are doing in her house.

Craig tells Nancy that they need to go somewhere private. Nancy says she has nothing to say and mocks him being with another woman. Chloe argues that Craig said he would tell her. Craig says he tried to explain but she threw clam chowder on him and stormed off. Nancy asks again what else there is to talk about when her marriage is over and her husband is cheating on her. Nancy says that Chloe and Craig obviously know something that she doesn’t, so she asks which one of them is going to tell her about it.

Kristen returns to Abigail with dessert and asks if she’d like some peach pie. Abigail tells her that she can choke on her pie. Abigail grabs Kristen’s arm. Kristen warns her to let go but Abigail says not until she tells her what she did to her Uncle Steve and Aunt Kayla, as she reveals the licenses that she found. Kristen asks what she thinks she did to them. Kristen asks Abigail how DiMeras eliminate problems. Abigail then guesses that she killed them.

Ben tells Ciara that he’s been looking for apartments to surprise her and then he asked Julie for help, so they decided this is the best one. Ciara says she loves the apartment they have. Ben brings up having a baby and how they will need more room. Ciara jokes that they will need a warehouse. Ben tells her that the second bedroom here is crying to be a nursery.

Julie turns on the lights as Johnny tells her that it’s just him. Julie accuses him of breaking in to her house. Johnny apologizes for scaring her. Julie remarks that DiMeras don’t obey common decency laws and says you don’t just walk in to somebody’s house. Johnny talks about getting obsessed with ideas and forgetting what he’s doing. Julie asks if he just goes in to random buildings or if he had a reason for coming here. Johnny informs Julie that he was wanting to talk to Doug because he wanted to talk to someone else who knows what it’s like to have the Devil inside of him…

Craig repeats to Nancy that they need to talk to privately and asks to go back to her room. Chloe wants Nancy to calm down but she refuses. Nancy remarks that it looks like Chloe and Brady know what’s going on. Nancy adds that she dumped clam chowder in Craig’s lap at the Pub, so the entire town is going to know that he broke their marriage vows. Nancy questions what there is to talk privately about. Nancy then starts asking about the other woman and tells Craig to be straight with her. Craig says he will, but not with an audience. Craig declares he’s going back to the room and walks off. Chloe tells Nancy that he’s trying to do the right thing, so she asks her to go be with him. Nancy asks what she did to deserve this as she goes after Craig. Brady hugs Chloe.

Kristen tells Abigail that she didn’t kill Steve and Kayla, she neutralized them because they didn’t give her a choice since they were sticking their nose in her business. Abigail complains about her kidnapping. Kristen talks about Steve and Kayla going around Rome as a priest and nun while now they really are living a celibate life. Kristen adds that maybe they have found some peace. Abigail asks if they are on this island. Kristen warns that Abigail doesn’t want to meet the same fate they did.

Kayla wakes up on the floor of a room and wonders what the hell Kristen has done now.

Craig and Nancy go back to their hotel room at the Salem Inn. Nancy brings up that just yesterday, they were in bed together and she was the happiest woman in the world but she didn’t know who he was or what he had done. Craig apologizes to her for hurting her but Nancy doesn’t want to hear it. Craig calls himself a coward. Nancy thinks she knows why he wanted to come here and asks if he’s going to tell her it was all a big mistake and that he wants her forgiveness.

Julie questions what Johnny is saying to her. Johnny informs her that his movie is back on and Doug went through what Marlena did. Julie brings up how Johnny didn’t come visit when he got back from Italy and didn’t drop by for Christmas or send any cards when Doug was in the hospital. Julie argues that Johnny has never bothered with them at all and now he wants to talk to Doug to find out what going through Hell is like. Julie accuses him of just wanting to make money off Doug and Marlena’s suffering. Johnny remarks that Marlena is fine with it but Julie says she is not. Julie states that Johnny is combining his father’s arrogance with his mother’s towering insensitivity. Johnny claims he didn’t mean to offend her and admits he is everything she said. Johnny apologizes and says he does everything wrong and is like them. Julie acknowledges that he’s just young and stupid. Johnny asks if they can start over. Julie tells him it will have to be another time as she is going to take a housewarming gift to Ben and Ciara. The Devil’s interest is piqued as Johnny asks about them moving. Julie plans to make sure Ben and Ciara get a cross that says “God Bless Our Home”. The Devil then uses his powers to cause smoke in the kitchen, setting off the smoke alarm, and causing Julie to rush to check on it. Devil Johnny looks at her cross and mocks that it must have cost 4 or 5 bucks.

Ben talks to Ciara about apartment plans. Ciara worries that they are jumping the gun and paying more expensive rent before they need it. Ben thinks moving now will give them time to fix things up so they won’t be under so much pressure. Ben adds that they have to act fast since they aren’t the only ones interested in the place. Ben says he loves the place, but they are not moving in unless Ciara loves it too. Ben asks what she says.

Abigail asks Kristen what fate Steve and Kayla met. Kristen says she has told her everything she needs to know as she did not kill them. Abigail asks where they are and what she did to them. Abigail guesses they have to be somewhere on the island.

Kayla thinks back to fighting with Kristen over her gun until it went off, shooting a statue. Kayla wonders aloud if Kristen really killed Steve and where he is. Kayla then hears knocking from inside a locked box, so she opens it to find Steve with a bandage in place of his eye patch and they embrace. Kayla is thankful that Kristen did not kill Steve.

Kristen tells Abigail that her evidence doesn’t prove that Steve and Kayla are there. Kristen tells her that she can go look for herself and opens the door to the outside, remarking that she’s not a prisoner here which Abigail disagrees with.

Ben asks Ciara what she thinks of the place. Ciara admits she likes the layout and it would be fun fixing it up. Ciara asks when they would sign the lease. Ben then reveals that he already did because it’s the first of the month, so he had to move quick in order to not lose the place. Ben adds that he made the land lady agree to tear up the lease if Ciara didn’t love it. Ben says since she does love it, they could spend the night here if they wanted to. Ben asks Ciara what she thinks. Ciara says yes as they kiss.

Julie returns to the living room and tells Johnny that there was a fire on top of her stove. Johnny says thank God for the smoke alarm. Julie says the same about her fire extinguisher but says it doesn’t make any sense because she never turned the stove on. Johnny suggests it’s malfunctioning then and that she should get someone to look at it right away in case it happens again in the middle of the night. Julie agrees but really wants to get the cross to Ben and Ciara. Johnny offers to take it to them and says he wouldn’t mind at all. Devil Johnny then asks Julie for Ben and Ciara’s new address.

Craig tells Nancy that he can’t ask her to forgive him. Nancy asks why not and argues they are not the first couple going through this. Nancy thinks they can get past all of this if they love each other and he promises this won’t happen again. Craig responds that he can’t do that. Nancy asks if he’s telling her that he’s in love with this other woman. Craig confirms that he is in love, but with a man, leaving Nancy shocked.

Chloe tells Brady that this feels like being in the waiting room in the ER after a horrible crash and they’re just waiting to find out who makes it and who doesn’t. Brady encourages that this is not a matter of life and death so no one is going to die her. Chloe cries that she just doesn’t know how her mom is going to take it since Craig is her whole life. Brady assures that Nancy is tough. Chloe knows she’ll survive but wonders if she will be the same.

Nancy questions if after all these years, she was just a cover story. Craig insists that he loves her. Nancy complains that Craig never told her how he was feeling. Craig cries that he didn’t know. Nancy asks if this is the first man he’s ever slept with. Craig admits it is not as he knew he was attracted to men in college and confirms he was sleeping with men. Craig says he realized that wasn’t the life he wanted to live, so he put those feelings aside and married Nancy. Nancy cries that she has feelings too. Craig says he did love her and wanted to build a life with her. Craig states that he never cheated on her until now. Nancy questions Craig saying he loves this man and that he loves her. Nancy asks if he’s bisexual, arguing that he owes her the truth. Craig agrees that he does and declares that he is gay.

Ben tells Ciara that he planned ahead so she has hot cocoa for later, but for now he suggests they christen the new place. Ciara notes that she saw he made the bed up. Ben says he wanted tonight to be perfect as they kiss. Ben then picks Ciara up to carry her to the bedroom, but there’s a knock at the door. Ciara questions who that could be in their brand new apartment. Ben guesses it must be Julie, but he answers the door to see Johnny.

Kayla tells Steve that she was so scared and asks what happened. Steve explains that Kristen showed up at their hotel room in Rome with a gun. Steve says he didn’t know what happened to her. Kristen doesn’t know where they are and guesses that Kristen drugged her. Steve says the last thing he remembers was trying to get the gun away from Kristen, but she must have knocked him out and drugged him. Kayla wonders where they are. Steve looks over a supply shelf with water, flashlights, and an emergency kit. Steve notices an alarm on the wall. Kayla finds lanterns and hurricane safety pamphlets. Steve guesses it’s a storm shelter and bets they are on an island.

Abigail asks if Kristen is trying to scare her. Kristen says she’s just warning her that it’s a jungle outside. Kristen mentions seeing Abigail leave the house before on the cameras. Kristen adds that there is no one out there to help her as they are on an island in the middle of the ocean. Kristen notes that she isn’t the first to try to escape, but most die in the jungle before they ever see the water and the ones that do get that far wash up on the rocks. Kristen tells Abigail that this isn’t the beach of her dreams.

Craig can’t expect Nancy to understand. Nancy responds that she understands perfectly and argues that Craig married her while knowing that he was attracted to men. Nancy says she married him because she loved him, not thinking to ask if he was keeping anything from her like being gay. Craig responds that he didn’t tell her because he managed to control those feelings. Craig says they had a good marriage and beautiful children. Nancy complains that it was all based on lies and asks why now and why this man. Craig responds that it’s different now because he’s in love and now that he knows how he feels about this man, there’s no turning back.

Ciara greets Johnny with a hug and says it’s so good to see him. Ciara introduces Ben to her cousin Johnny. Ben asks what he wants. Johnny senses they weren’t expecting visitors but says he comes bearing a gift from Julie. Ciara calls that sweet but asks why Julie didn’t bring it herself. Johnny says that Julie had some fires to put out but she wanted them to have this right away and didn’t want them to spend another night there without it to protect them. Johnny says she wants them to hang it outside. Ciara opens the gift to see the cross and says it’s beautiful but questions why Julie thinks they need protection. Johnny presumes it was because the Devil is after their baby. Ben clarifies that the Devil was after their baby, but he has been exorcised. Ciara adds that Marlena is thankfully fine now so that is all over and done with. Ben brings up how Johnny was going to make a movie about this. Johnny confirms that he is since the producer wants it done right away. Ben tells Johnny to keep them out of his movie because he thinks him making a movie about what happened to Marlena is creepy, especially since she is Johnny’s grandmother and he’s going to make money off what happened to her. Johnny comments on Ben being devoted to Marlena. Johnny claims he’s not thrilled with the idea of the movie but Marlena is fine with it. Ciara thanks him for bringing the cross. Johnny notes that Julie sent a hammer and nails too so he thinks she wants it up as soon as possible. Ben thanks Johnny for bringing it by and says it was nice seeing him as he goes to hang it up. Johnny and Ciara say it was great seeing each other. Johnny comments on Ciara’s baby having a protective father as he exits.

Abigail warns Kristen not to be so smug because her house of cards is crumbling. Kristen feels she’s not smug, but self-assured. Abigail guesses Kristen sent Chad a text to tell him not to worry about her. Abigail brings up how she told Chad everything Kristen had done to Kate and that she did the same thing to Sarah, so he’s going to figure out that she didn’t just voluntarily leave him and their children. Abigail warns that Chad won’t stop until he finds her. Kristen calls this family property so Chad is welcome any time. Kristen tells Abigail to rest and relax but she refuses. Abigail shouts that Kristen overplayed her hand and this is all unraveling as Kristen exits the room.

Steve explains to Kayla that Kristen thought that Xander hired him to look for Sarah, but when he told her it was about Philip, she tried to cover but she looked relieved. Steve recalls that Xander was convinced that Sarah didn’t leave Salem on her own. Steve wants to know just how many people from Salem are on this island.

Chloe tells Brady that she’s really mad at Craig. Chloe says he’s her father and she knows he’s in so much, but she’s really mad at him. Brady understands and would be worried if she wasn’t. Chloe guesses Craig has told Nancy by now and prays for God to help her through this.

Nancy questions how long Craig has known this guy. Craig says it’s been a few months. Nancy questions him knowing that he’s in love with him already and how that can be. Craig responds that he’s changed everything for him and helped him face things that he’s spent his entire life trying not to face. Craig declares that for the first time in his life, he knows who he is and he can’t go back to living the way he was. Nancy stops him and says she doesn’t want to hear another word out of his mouth because now it’s her turn.

Chloe thanks Brady for being there. Brady says that’s what friends are for and no matter what, they are friends. Chloe talks about how this changes everything and wonders what holidays are going to be like from now on. Chloe cries that it’s never going to be the same. Chloe talks about knowing and loving this family since she was 15 but now she feels like it’s gone forever as Brady hugs her.

Nancy tells Craig that he’s not going to be the one to say it’s over, it’s going to be her because she cannot be with a man who can just throw their lives away after all of this, because he just realized something he should’ve been honest about years ago. Nancy argues that he should’ve told her before she was his wife. Craig apologizes. Nancy doesn’t care how sorry he is and says she can’t stand to look at him anymore. Nancy wants him to leave because their marriage is over and dead. Nancy declares that Craig is dead to her too and yells at him to get out of her room. Craig then exits as Nancy breaks down crying.

Abigail tells herself that she’s not just going to sit around and do nothing, she’s going to find Steve and Kayla, and then they are all getting the hell out of here.

Kayla asks Steve if he thinks Sarah is here too. Steve doesn’t know for sure but he has a feeling they are not alone on this island. Steve says they need to get out of this place and find out who else is here. Kayla says she is ready if he is.

Ben hangs the cross outside their door and then picks Ciara up to carry her back inside. After they shut the door, Devil Johnny returns and mocks them. Ciara tells Ben that she will call Julie in the morning to thank her and says it’s so like her to want to bless them and keep them all safe. Ben picks Ciara up as they kiss and carries her to the bedroom. Outside, Devil Johnny uses his powers to turn the cross upside down and then walks away.

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Days of Our Lives Update

Update written by Joseph

Chad is at home on the phone with Jennifer, saying this makes no sense because he got a text from Abigail last night, saying she was heading to Boston because there was an emergency with the newspaper and that Jennifer and Jack needed her help to sort it out. Jennifer reveals to him that there is no emergency.

Abigail tells Kristen that she knows that Sarah is here and guesses she stashes all of her kidnapping victims here. Kristen calls Abigail annoying. Abigail asks where Sarah is because people back home are worried sick about her, especially Xander.

Xander gets out of bed and says he knows he doesn’t deserve a woman as strong, beautiful, and loyal as Gwen. Xander asks Gwen to take pity on him as he proposes to her but Gwen says no.

Abigail guesses Kristen had Sarah sent here after she figured out Kristen was pretending to be Susan. Abigail asks why she has kept her here ever since. Kristen talks about her being clever. Abigail says compared to everything else Kristen has done, imitating Susan is nothing. Abigail argues that Kristen is going to prison no matter what while Sarah never did anything to hurt her and doesn’t deserve this. Kristen tells her to shut up because she’s getting on her nerves. Kristen tells Abigail to mind her own damn business. Kristen still has Steve’s phone, which rings with a call from Brady. Abigail asks if she’s going to answer that.

Brady calls Steve, hoping that he’s found Kristen.

Chloe and her father Craig sit in the town square. Craig finishes a drink as Chloe encourages that he has to do this. Craig responds that he doesn’t think he can. Chloe says it can’t come from her, so he has to tell Nancy that he’s gay. Craig calls that not accurate which Chloe questions. Craig argues that he never said he was gay. Chloe argues that he said he’s in love with a man, so the terminology doesn’t matter. Chloe insists that Nancy has a right to know and it has to come from him. Nancy finds them and greets Craig with a kiss. Nancy notes that they both look so serious and asks if everything is okay. Chloe says yeah and she was just about to go. Nancy stops her and says she knows she came here for a terrible reason, but she thinks a higher power wanted her here. Chloe asks why she thinks that. Nancy says after the debacle with Philip, she knew Chloe was in crisis. Nancy remarks that Philip can stay missing, but she thinks she and Craig were meant to be here to help her get back together with Brady. Chloe tries to say it’s not the time but Nancy says she’s going to call Brady to invite him to dinner at the Pub tonight. Chloe stops Nancy and says she will call Brady. Chloe tells Nancy and Craig to go to dinner while she and Brady will meet them for coffee and dessert. Chloe adds that Craig has something he needs to talk to Nancy about. Craig confirms that he does and it is important. Nancy gets excited and guesses he’s finally going to take her on a cruise to Iceland. Chloe wishes Craig luck as he and Nancy walk off together.

Kate goes to the Brady Pub, where Roman notes that she looks pretty intense. Kate informs Roman that EJ was just sentenced to ten years in prison. Roman says that’s good and couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy. Roman brings up EJ kidnapping Sami and says he deserves 20 years. Kate thinks back to talking with Chad about Lucas kidnapping Sami. Kate reminds Roman that she and EJ were close once. Roman feels Kate and Sami are better off out of the nest of DiMera vipers. Roman says they are together now like Sami and Lucas, so he hopes EJ’s new cellmate has been lonely for a long time. Kate decides to go see how Chad is doing and exits the Pub. Roman wonders what has gotten in to her.

Gwen asks Xander not to be upset. Xander complains that she just turned him down flat. Gwen tells him that she can’t marry him and he really doesn’t want to marry her. Xander argues that he does and asks why else he would get down on one knee. Xander says it’s Gwen that doesn’t want to marry him and guesses that it’s because of Sarah.

Abigail questions Kristen not answering the phone call, assuming that it’s Ava. Abigail then wonders if it’s not Ava. Abigail says maybe it was Ned calling for more money since she and Xander are onto him. Abigail warns Kristen about how much money Maggie is willing to pay to find out where they flew Sarah. Kristen reminds Abigail that she has a gun. Abigail asks how much time she thinks she has before people catch on. Kristen warns her not to push her luck. Abigail asks her again where Sarah is.

Sarah remains locked up in a room, staring out a window.

Chad tries to keep Jennifer calm and assures there must be a reasonable explanation. Chad says he will keep her posted and call as soon as he hears anything from Abigail. Chad says the kids are good and he loves her too as he hangs up. Kate enters and asks Chad if he heard that EJ got sentenced to ten years in prison. Chad doesn’t care. Kate questions him and says that’s a little harsh. Kate says she knows EJ hit on his wife. Chad argues that his wife is the reason why he doesn’t have time to think about EJ or anyone else for that matter. Kate asks what’s going on now. Chad reveals that Abigail has gone missing.

Abigail wants to know what Kristen has done with Sarah. Kristen warns her to shut up and threatens her with the gun. Abigail reminds her that she’s also a DiMera, so if she lays a finger on her, Chad will hunt her to the ends of the earth. Abigail then brings up how Brady would feel about that.

Brady meets Chloe in the town square and says he thought they were meeting at the Pub for dinner with her parents. Chloe explains that she wanted to give her parents some time alone to talk. Brady asks what about. Chloe reveals to Brady that her dad is having an affair. Brady thought it was a misunderstanding. Chloe confirms that Craig has been cheating on Nancy, but that’s not the whole story.

Craig and Nancy go to the Brady Pub. Nancy talks about Pub memories but notes that Craig looks awful and asks if he’s okay. Craig asks if they can go somewhere more private but Nancy says no because they told Chloe that they would meet her and Brady here. Roman comes over to take their order but Nancy notices his bad mood and hopes he’s not still holding a grudge. Roman says he doesn’t feel real warm towards people who used his daughter like they did just to get ahead at work. Craig suggests they should just go but Nancy says no. Nancy apologizes to Roman but understands if he can’t let it go because her kids mean the world to her too. Nancy asks how Carrie and Sami are. Roman says they are good. Nancy says as parents, they are only as happy as their unhappiest child, so they know how he feels because they are here to support Chloe after she’s been through the ringer this year which Roman acknowledges. Nancy mentions Chloe and Brady joining them for dessert later. Nancy wants Chloe to have a normal family life. Roman welcomes them back and says dessert will be on the house. Nancy orders two clam chowders so Roman goes to get it. Nancy tells Craig that under the rough exterior, Roman is a sweet guy. Nancy remarks that in a weird sort of way, Roman sort of reminds her of Craig as he’s sweet but tough and strong while loving his kids and family. Nancy calls Roman a real man, like Craig.

Chad explains to Kate that the DiMera Pilot said someone called Sarah and paid him to fly her and an enormous suitcase out of Salem, with the theory that last month Kristen found out that Abigail and Xander were searching for Sarah, so she conjured up a fake Sarah to throw them off the hunt. Kate reveals that she thinks it’s true because it sounds just like Kristen and it’s what happened to her. Chad says he was so stupid as he listened to Abigail tell him that but he just went and read the kids a story. Kate encourages him not to beat himself up. Chad complains that Abigail told him that she didn’t think it was really Sarah and that the fake Sarah went to the airport. Chad should’ve known that Abigail would have sat and done nothing. Chad wishes he would have went to the airport with her. Kate knows it all sounds preposterous as it happened to her and she still doesn’t believe it. Chad worries about Kristen hurting Abigail. Kate tells him not to go there. Chad wonders where she is and where the hell Sarah is.

Sarah puts a book down and complains that she can’t read anymore as she tosses the book. Sarah wonders how many hours she has stared out the window at the ocean. Sarah laments that she has to get back to the man she loves.

Gwen tells Xander that of course it’s about Sarah as he just spent the last month trying to track her down. Xander says he was trying to make sure she’s okay and now he knows she is, so they can have their lives back. Gwen complains that’s just because Sarah dumped him again. Xander argues that it doesn’t matter because he loves Gwen and wants to be with her. Gwen questions how he expects her to actually believe that. Xander insists that it’s the truth as he kisses her.

Kristen tells Abigail that she doesn’t need to worry how Chad or Brady will feel because they are not going to know about this. Kristen tells Abigail to reflect on the fact that she doesn’t have any power as she’s in absolute control and Abigail will just have to make peace with that. Kristen suggests she eat something for her blood sugar and walks out of the room.

Chloe explains to Brady how she overheard Craig on the phone, minutes after Nancy was going on about what an honest and loyal husband he is. Brady is sorry she had to hear that. Chloe doesn’t know what it’s going to do to Nancy. Brady points out that he’s not the first husband to cheat on his wife. Brady asks if Chloe knows who Craig’s girlfriend is. Chloe then reveals to Brady that her dad has been cheating on her mom with a man. Brady asks if Chloe is telling him that her father is gay.

Craig tells Nancy that there is something he needs to tell her. Nancy asks if he’s alright. Craig says yes. Roman then brings their clam chowder to them. Nancy asks if Craig is sick and that’s what he’s been hiding. Craig says that’s not it. Nancy guesses he is hiding something from her and asks him to just tell her what it is. Craig then admits to Nancy that he is seeing somebody else.

Brady questions Craig being gay. Chloe responds that she doesn’t know as they didn’t exactly discuss the specifics of how he identifies. Chloe cries that Craig is in so much pain as he says he loves Nancy but also says he’s in love with this other guy. Chloe senses that maybe Craig’s been in denial this entire time, but it just feels really new to him. Chloe declares that she doesn’t give a damn about his pain because of what this will do to her mom. Chloe says she told Craig that he has to tell Nancy the truth because she deserves to know the truth. Chloe worries that it’s going to be bad.

Nancy tells Craig that she knew it all this time. Craig says there’s something else he needs to tell her but Nancy tells him to spare her the details. Roman comes over and asks them to keep their voices down. Nancy continues shouting and calls Craig a sleazy little wimp. Craig asks her to go but Nancy refuses to go anywhere with him and calls him a son of a bitch. Nancy then takes her clam chowder and throws it on Craig.

Abigail remarks to herself that Kristen probably poisoned the apple like a witch. Abigail wonders what Kristen gave her and how the hell she gets out of here.

Kate tells Chad that she doesn’t think the phone call proves it wasn’t Kristen in the Sarah mask since she has the technology to fake a phone call. Chad brings up that Abigail said Gwen entered like on cue as if it was all staged. Kate compares it to Stefano and questions Gwen being involved too. Chad recalls Abigail telling him that Gwen was there when she told her parents that she was looking for Sarah and that Gwen freaked out. Chad says Abigail thought Gwen was just trying to keep Xander from going back to Sarah, but wonders what if she knew that Kristen had Sarah. Chad calls it too much of a stretch. Kate disagrees and says they both know Kristen is capable of coercing someone in to helping her. Kate feels Gwen would be open to temptation or blackmail. Chad doesn’t see any connection between Gwen and Kristen. Kate argues that they are exactly alike as far as being vicious and vindictive. Chad thought Gwen had changed. Kate thinks that Abigail is dangerously close to the truth.

Gwen turns away from Xander in tears. Xander asks her to say again that they don’t love each other and argues that she can’t. Xander says they have both kissed a lot of people they don’t love but this kiss was different because they do love each other. Xander asks why not get married so he can do everything he can to make her happy. Gwen responds that he already does. Xander guesses he didn’t do this right by asking her to marry him without a ring. Gwen cries that she doesn’t want a ring. Xander remembers that he does have one and says it’s perfect. Xander retrieves the ring he gave Sarah and offers it to Gwen.

Sarah lays in bed until Kristen knocks on the door, asking to come in. Kristen comes in. Sarah hugs her and says it’s so good to see her. Kristen asks how she’s doing today. Sarah says she doesn’t have to keep asking her that. Kristen says she worries about her. Sarah asks Kristen when she can go home because she can’t keep taking this inside of one room and never going out. Sarah declares that she needs to go home to him as she knows that he misses her as much as she misses him. Kristen repeats to her that it’s just not safe right now, so she needs to stay here so they can protect her. Sarah argues that she can protect herself and him too. Sarah tells Kristen that she knows how much he needs her.

Brady asks Chloe if she ever suspected that Craig was gay. Chloe responds that she doesn’t know and says maybe. Chloe always knew he was different from the other dads but she was fine with that and liked it. Chloe says it was cool that he could talk to guys about sports but also talk to her about opera and Broadway. Chloe just thought she was lucky and so did Nancy.

Craig complains of the chowder being hot. Nancy remarks that she hopes it melts her privates and storms out of the Pub. Roman directs Craig to the men’s room.

Gwen questions why Xander thinks she would want Sarah’s ring. Xander admits it was stupid of him. Gwen calls it insensitive and really hurtful. Xander gets that and says he wasn’t thinking straight. Gwen argues that the last thing she would want is a ring that he intended for Sarah. Xander says he was just caught up in wanting to give her a ring. Xander asks for forgiveness and says when he has the money, he will give her the biggest ring out of her fantasies. Gwen tells him that she doesn’t want a ring as that it is not what this is about. Xander asks why she’s behaving this way and what more he has to do to prove that he would choose her over Sarah, even if Sarah walked in now and begged for him back.

Kate offers Chad a drink but he says he needs to keep a clear head. Chad says the one thing they have to hold on to is that Kristen is a DiMera and Stefano always drummed “family” in to their head. Chad says they can wage war on each other, lie, cheat, and steal from each other, but in the end Kristen isn’t going to hurt Abigail as she wouldn’t do that to their kids, Thomas and Charlotte. Chad doesn’t know where Abigail is, but he knows she’s okay.

Abigail complains about the mansion being on a deserted island. Abigail then finds Steve’s eye patch on the floor underneath the table.

Kate finishes a call with Roman, saying she hopes Craig will be okay and she will see him later. Kate tells Chad that she just wanted to let Roman know that she was going to be a little longer than expected, because they need to figure out together how to go about finding Abigail.

Abigail searches a drawer and finds Steve and Kayla’s drivers licenses, remarking that Kristen has quite a guest list.

Kristen brings Sarah food and says it’s her favorite.

Chloe talks to Brady about how Craig always said he loved Nancy so much, so he couldn’t have been faking that. Nancy approaches and cries to Chloe that her father just told her. Chloe says she’s so sorry. Nancy questions Chloe knowing and not telling her. Chloe argues that she had to hear it from him. Nancy asks if Chloe covered for him and how long. Chloe says she just found out this morning. Nancy says to hell with Craig and complains about there being another woman after the the things she’s done for him. Chloe asks what woman. Craig arrives to try to explain but Nancy yells at him to stay the hell away from her. Chloe tells Nancy that she needs to talk to Craig right now. Craig tells Nancy that they need to go somewhere where he can explain. Nancy asks what else there is to talk about and mocks him being with another woman. Chloe argues that Craig said he would tell her. Craig says he tried to explain but she threw clam chowder on him and stormed off. Nancy asks again what else there is to talk about when her marriage is over and her husband is cheating on her.

Xander questions Gwen not saying anything. Gwen says she’s sorry as she was just a bit triggered. Xander blames himself for even mentioning Sarah in her presence. Xander assures that’s over now and his feelings for Sarah are gone. Xander declares that all the love in his heart is all for Gwen now. Xander knows Sarah is in Gwen’s head but insists that she’s not in his head or heart. Xander repeats that Gwen is the only woman for him and he really believes that he’s the man for her. Gwen says she does too. Gwen then says yes to Xander’s proposal. Xander tells her how happy she’s made him as they kiss and hug.

Sarah declares that it won’t be long before she comes home to her love.

Kate tells Chad to get to the airstrip to see what he can find out while she calls the police to make sure they are there. Chad thanks her for everything. Kate assures that she’s always here for him and Abigail. Chad takes his briefcase and exits the mansion.

Kristen returns to Abigail with dessert and asks if she’d like some peach pie. Abigail tells her that she can choke on her pie. Abigail grabs Kristen’s arm. Kristen warns her to let go but Abigail says not until she tells her what she did to her Uncle Steve and Aunt Kayla, as she reveals the licenses that she found.

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Ray tells Paulina that she doesn’t own this town and he still has business with Johnny DiMera, so he’s not going anywhere until it’s settled. Paulina tells him to stay out of her way and warns him about going anywhere near her family. Lani then arrives with the twins in a stroller and asks if everything is okay. Paulina says she didn’t see her there. Lani asks what’s going on. Paulina says nothing but Lani says it sounded like they were arguing. Ray declares that Paulina was trying to chase him out of town. Lani asks why she would do that and who he is.

Devil Johnny calls Judge Barnes and says he knows he’s not supposed to call him directly, especially on the day of EJ’s sentencing, but he thinks he made the right decision because what EJ did completely traumatized Sami. Johnny is glad he found EJ guilty and hopes he puts him behind bars for a very long time. Johnny thanks him for listening and then hangs up. The Devil says that oughta do it.

Belle brings EJ clothes for his sentencing and asks where Johnny is. EJ says he hasn’t heard from him all day and doesn’t think he’s coming. Belle was counting on Johnny to speak on his behalf at the sentencing. EJ says he’ll send him another message but he thinks he’s avoiding him. Belle asks if there’s anyone else who can vouch for him. EJ says they can cross Chad off the list so he doesn’t get a second chance to stab him in the back.

Chad sits at home in the living room of the DiMera Mansion. He texts Abigail, asking how Boston is. Chad gets a response that everything is good and she’s sorry she had to leave like that. Chad says he was worried, but he gets that her parents need her and he misses her.

Gwen has Abigail’s phone and texts Chad back that she misses him too.

Kristen DiMera is dragging the bag with Abigail in to a house, remarking that Ava and Gwen both owe her.

Johnny enters the living room as Chad pours a drink. Johnny is sure Chad saw that EJ’s sentencing hearing is about to start. Chad wonders how hard the judge will be on him. Johnny responds that if he cares about justice, he’ll give him the max. Chad asks if he means that. Johnny says that’s what he deserves for kidnapping Sami and forcing himself on Abigail. Johnny still can’t believe he’d do something like that right there in the court house and asks what kind of monster acts that way. Johnny assumes that Abigail is keeping her distance. Chad informs him that she left town actually, noting that she left last night without saying goodbye to him or the kids. Chad admits he was worried but she finally texted him. Johnny asks if everything is okay. Chad says she had to go to Boston to help her parents with a paper emergency. Johnny comments that he hopes she comes back soon, because he’s going to need her when production begins which Chad questions. Johnny calls it a big plot twist as “Possessed: The Marlena Evans Story” is making a comeback.

Paulina tells Lani that Ray is just Johnny DiMera’s business associate, so she was just voicing her opinion about her soon to be ex-son in law. Ray notes that she’s not a fan. Lani says she’s not either. Paulina tells Ray that’s two people telling him not to get involved with Johnny. Paulina wants to go but Ray says he never got introduced to Lani. He introduces himself as Terrell Raymond Coates and says everyone calls him T.R. as he asks who Lani is.

Belle tells EJ that she’s really sorry things turned out this way as she feels like she let him down. EJ says it’s not her fault as she warned him not to take the witness stand, but he was too arrogant to listen. Belle understands he just wanted to get his side of the story out there. EJ comments on how well that went and says if he took her advice, he might not be in this position. Belle jokes that she usually is right. EJ calls her a good lawyer and he doesn’t know if anyone could have done a better job. EJ thanks her for believing in him when even his own family doesn’t. EJ guesses it’s time to face the music. Belle fixes his tie and then they exit the room.

Chad questions Johnny still making his movie after what Marlena just went through. Johnny explains that he has no choice because the producer showed up this morning and said if he didn’t give him the movie he promised, he would ruin his career. Chad asks who this guy is. Johnny informs him that his name is T.R. Coates, a big power player in the industry and not someone you want to cross. Chad says it sounds like he’s playing hard ball.

Lani introduces herself to TR as Lani Price Grant. He recognizes the Price name but Paulina interrupts and claims that Lani is her niece. He says he can see the resemblance. Paulina reminds him to keep his distance from her family. Lani thinks that is a little harsh which Ray agrees with. He says he means no harm and is just here to make a great movie with Johnny. Paulina tells him to go on then and leave her family out of it. Paulina then hurries Lani away.

Gwen calls Ava and informs her that she just texted Chad and still has him convinced that Abigail is in Boston. Gwen knows that Chad is going to figure it out eventually, she’s just trying to buy them time to figure out what to do next. Gwen says they didn’t plan on Abigail seeing Ava in the Sarah mask but they got lucky that Ned agreed to fly her to Kristen. Gwen then hangs up as Xander comes home to their room. Xander says he didn’t mean to interrupt her phone call. Gwen says she was just wrapping up. Xander thought he heard her mention Kristen’s name and questions why she’s talking about her.

Kristen complains that she needs to hire someone to do this work since it’s been happening so often. After dragging the bag in to a house, Kristen opens the bag to discover Abigail, unconscious, inside. Kristen lays Abigail onto the couch. Abigail wakes up holding her head and wonders where the hell she is. Kristen welcomes her to Fantasy Island.

Gwen claims to Xander that she just read an article about Kristen today in the Spectator. Xander asks what about her. Gwen tells him that allegedly, Kristen called Abigail and denied having anything to do with Philip’s disappearance. Xander asks who she was talking to. Gwen claims it was Claire as she thought she would have some insight since she and Philip are family. Xander remarks that he wouldn’t take Kristen’s word as gospel since she’s not exactly known as a truth teller. Gwen asks where Xander was today. Xander informs her that he was out shopping for a gift for her which he then surprises her with. Gwen opens it to find a snow globe of London. Xander knows it’s not the same as going there in person, but says it’s the best he could do. Gwen calls it beautiful. Xander apologizes for canceling their plans to go search for Sarah, who it turns out is doing just fine. Gwen says it’s fine but Xander feels he hurt her so he’s truly sorry.

Paulina goes home with Lani and the twins. Lani says she didn’t need to walk them home. Paulina says she wanted to make sure that man didn’t harass her. Lani asks why he would do that. Paulina says she’s a good judge of character and got a bad vibe from him. Lani responds that he didn’t seem that bad to her. Paulina talks about how aggressive he was but Lani says she was the aggressive one. Lani asks why Paulina flipped out on him anyways. Paulina says you have to stand your ground with men like TR. Paulina adds that any friend of Johnny DiMera is an enemy of hers. Lani asks if she’s sure it’s not more than that. Paulina asks what else it would be. Lani points out that she told him that she was her niece, so she questions why she wouldn’t want him to know that she was her daughter.

Johnny tells Chad that he doesn’t blame TR for wanting to make the movie since it’s a great script and he signed a contract. Chad argues that was before The Devil came back to Salem. Johnny says that TR wasn’t here for that and he really seems genuinely excited about the movie and even sees it as a trilogy. Chad questions the sequels. Johnny says part two would be about Marlena’s most recent possession and they’ll figure out a third one. Chad doesn’t think this is a great idea but says he is happy for Johnny and his career. Johnny thanks him and says that’s nice of him to say. Chad comments that it sounds like he won’t have a lot of time for DiMera going forward, so if he wants, he can talk to the lawyers about transferring he and EJ’s shares to him. Johnny says that won’t be necessary as he still plans to be involved in DiMera Enterprises. Chad points out that Johnny’s making movies and it’s a lot of work. Johnny insists that he can do both. Chad calls this his big break, so he doesn’t want him to leave anything in the field. Johnny promises he can be both at the same time. Johnny adds that he’s up for the challenge and ready to make his mark on the world.

EJ and Belle return from the sentencing. Belle asks how he’s holding up. EJ screams in frustration. EJ says he knew bad news was coming. Belle encourages him not to give up as they’re going to file an appeal right away. EJ argues that they know that’s a long shot as his fate has been sealed. EJ declares that he’s innocent but he’s going to be rotting away in prison for the next ten years.

Lani puts the kids to sleep and then asks Paulina again, why she didn’t want TR to know who she was. Paulina claims that she wasn’t sure she was comfortable being introduced as her daughter yet and points out that she only called her mom once. Lani argues that she had no problem telling everyone at Chanel’s party that she was her daughter. Paulina says that was among family while this man is a complete stranger so they are none of his business. Lani doesn’t see what difference it would make since they aren’t hiding anything anymore. Paulina says she’s trying to protect her. Lani asks how and from what. Paulina brings up TR doing the movie with Johnny. Paulina adds that Chanel is planning on taking Johnny to the cleaners. Lani questions what their divorce has to do with TR. Paulina asks how he’s going to feel with Chanel taking half the movie profits. Paulina suggests that TR could blame them and come after them. Paulina remarks that men like that destroy everything they touch, so it’s just better if he doesn’t know that she has another daughter. Lani feels like it’s a stretch. Paulina admits she’s being cautious. Lani questions if she’s being cautious or not telling her the whole story.

Gwen tells Xander that he doesn’t have to apologize. Xander feels he was incredibly unfair as she had to give up the holidays in London so he could run around playing detective. Gwen understands that he thought Sarah was in danger and she was very important to him. Xander says that Sarah wasn’t in danger and just wanted to get away from him which he still didn’t want to accept. Gwen knows how hard it is to realize when someone you care about doesn’t feel the same way. Xander didn’t realize how much Sarah hated him until he saw her again. Xander remarks that Gwen should’ve been there. Gwen then flashes back to pretending to be Sarah. Xander says she wouldn’t believe how angry she was. Gwen responds that she could only imagine.

Abigail questions what Kristen is doing here, what she is doing here, and what this place is. Kristen explains that it’s an old DiMera property on a deserted island. Kristen adds that it hasn’t been kept up as well as it should be but it serves it’s purpose. Abigail asks what the purpose is. Kristen offers her a fruit juice drink but Abigail says she’ll pass. Kristen assumed she’d be dehydrated after her flight which she questions. Kristen adds that the drink will also flush out all the sedatives that she was given. Abigail says she’s getting the hell out of here but Kristen reminds her it’s a deserted island and asks where she’s going to go. Abigail wants to give it a shot anyways. Kristen responds that if she can’t make her stay, maybe this will, as she then pulls a gun on Abigail.

Johnny asks Chad if Abigail is still game to play Marlena in his movie even though she’s busy with the newspaper. Chad doesn’t know and says he’ll have to ask her when she gets back to town. Johnny feels she will say yes and talks about how excited Abigail was for it. Johnny adds that he can’t blame her and asks what’s more fun than acting like you have the Devil in you. Chad isn’t sure he’d call it fun, but he’s sure Abigail is up for the challenge. Johnny adds that now that EJ is going away, he’ll need to find a new leading man. Johnny asks Chad if he’s still interested in playing John Black, reminding him that he pitched the idea before. Chad says he has a lot more on his plate now, but he’ll think about it. Johnny remarks that he can’t imagine he’d want to watch someone else have sex with his wife. Chad points out that it’d be fake sex. Johnny thinks it’d be another good way to stick it to EJ. Chad asks if he really thinks EJ cares about that. Johnny thinks EJ cares about everything when it comes to Chad, pointing out that EJ tried to steal the company and this role from Chad while now Chad gets both. Chad acknowledges that EJ has done a lot of horrible things, but he’s about to pay dearly for his crimes, so he’s not about to dance on his grave. Johnny asks if he thinks EJ wouldn’t do the same to him. Chad points out that EJ is still his brother and Johnny’s father and he’s about to have his whole life taken away.

Belle is sure the news of EJ’s sentencing has already hit the press, so there’s going to be a swarm of reporters. Belle says she will go coordinate with the courthouse to see if they can sneak out back to the prison van. EJ tells her not to worry as she’s done her job. Belle says he’s still her client. EJ says the best thing she can do for him now is to leave and go home to Shawn. Belle does not want to abandon him. EJ assures he’ll be fine and says he just needs some time to himself before they take him away. Belle offers to give him time and wait outside in the corridor. EJ says he told her to go home. Belle questions why he’s trying to get rid of her. Belle then asks if he’s planning to escape. EJ advises her not to ask questions that she doesn’t want to know the answer to. Belle realizes that he really is planning an escape. EJ tells her again to just go. Belle questions if he’s studying Kristen’s playbook. EJ asks what she wants him to say. Belle asks if he’s meeting Kristen somewhere or if she’s in on this. EJ responds that the less she knows, the better, because he doesn’t want her implicated. Belle tells EJ that he can’t do this. EJ says he can’t go to prison for ten years for a crime he didn’t commit. Belle worries that he will only make this so much worse. EJ argues nothing can be worse than that. EJ asks for one good reason why he shouldn’t get the hell out of here while he still can. Belle reminds him of his children, Sydney and Johnny, warning that if he runs, he will never see them again.

Chad gets a text that the judge just gave EJ ten years. Chad says he can’t even imagine. Johnny questions if Chad is actually feeling sorry for EJ. Chad asks if Johnny’s not. Johnny brings up EJ kidnapping Sami and holding her prisoner for months. Johnny says whatever happens, he did to himself. Johnny knows he’s supposed to feel sympathetic but he feels relief. Johnny declares that justice was served and now they can move on. Chad questions it being just like that. Johnny talks about having a movie to pull together. He tells Chad to think about his offer and call Abigail to tell her that he needs her back in Salem. Johnny then exits the room.

Abigail asks if Kristen is going to shoot her. Kristen laughs and says if she has to. Abigail then asks how she ended up here. Kristen asks what she last remembers. Abigail recalls heading to the airfield, looking for her cousin Sarah, because she suspected it wasn’t Sarah, but Kristen in a mask. Kristen calls that a solid theory. Abigail continues that it turned out that it was a mask but the person under it was Ava Vitali. Kristen jokes that the plot thickens. Abigail asks if she put Ava up to it since they are friends. Kristen says they do go way back. Kristen asks what happened when Abigail figured all this out. Abigail says she was about to call Rafe when someone came up and hit her from behind. Abigail thinks she knows who it was.

Xander hopes that Gwen really forgives him. Gwen assures that she does, as long as he can forgive her too for acting like an insecure child and doubting him. Xander says she has nothing to be sorry for but Gwen feels she does. Gwen says she completely overreacted to him obsessing over Sarah. Gwen cries that Xander is all she has since Jack moved away while she and Abigail can hardly be in the same room together. Gwen declares that if she lost him, she would be completely alone. Xander assures her that she will not lose him ever as they kiss.

Paulina assures Lani that if she and Chanel go to war with TR, he will exploit every vulnerability. Lani argues that she doesn’t even know him. Paulina says working with Johnny tells her a lot. Paulina adds that she knows his type of being charming on the surface but something else underneath. Lani questions how she can tell that from one conversation. Paulina says like Lani is good at sniffing out criminals, she has a nose for users. Paulina argues that you don’t get to be a big time movie producer without being cut throat. Paulina says she’s trying to protect Lani and her children. Lani thinks she’s being paranoid. Paulina asks Lani to run in the opposite direction if she ever comes across TR Coates again, because she doesn’t want her having anything to do with him.

TR sits in the town square and uses his phone to search Lani’s name.

Kristen asks Abigail who she thinks knocked her out. Abigail says she has to assume it was probably Kristen, since she woke up to Kristen hovering over her. Kristen says she can’t confirm or deny that. Abigail says they’ll keep playing her games. Kristen tells her that all she needs to know is that the reason she’s here is because she was sticking her nose where it didn’t belong. Abigail guesses she was getting too close to the truth about what actually happened to Sarah. Kristen asks what truth that is. Abigail states that Sarah didn’t just decide to leave Salem on her own last year and asks if Kristen did something to her.

Gwen and Xander lay in bed together. Gwen says he makes everything feel better and all her problems float away. Xander hopes he can always do that for her. Xander knows this is not the ideal time to bring up Sarah but he has one last thing to say about her. Xander tells Gwen that before “Sarah” left, she gave him some really good advice; to stop obsessing about their breakup, get on with his life, and focus on Gwen. Xander declares that’s what he is going to do from now on and look towards the future with Gwen. Gwen asks if he really means that. Xander responds that he knows exactly how to prove it.

EJ gives in and tells Belle that he will stay and call off the extraction. Belle encourages that he’s doing the right thing. EJ is not so sure about that but he is putting his trust in Belle. Belle promises not to let him down and says she will clear his name.

Lani still thinks Paulina is overreacting but agrees to stay clear of TR if it makes her feel better. Paulina insists it’s for the best. Lani then gets a work call and steps out of the room to answer it. Paulina worries that it was a close call but she will keep Lani and her kids safe. Paulina declares that she will make damn sure that TR will never find out that Lani is his daughter.

Johnny meets TR in the town square and says he has good news as he just met with Marlena and she understands he was in a tough position, so they are good to go. Johnny declares that they are bringing the Devil back to Salem as he and TR shake hands.

Chad calls Jennifer and says he’s trying to reach Abigail but she’s not picking up, so he asks if she’s around. Jennifer reveals that Abigail is not there so Chad questions where she is.

Kristen asks Abigail what exactly she’s accusing her of. Abigail brings up how they all know what she did to Kate last year which Kristen laughs about. Kristen asks why they are talking about that. Abigail thinks she did the exact same thing to Sarah. Kristen asks why she would do that. Abigail guesses it was the same reason as Kate, to shut her up. Kristen says she has interesting theories. Abigail guesses that she’s right and asks what she did to Sarah and where she is.

Sarah stands in a bedroom staring at a window.

Xander gets out of bed and says he knows he doesn’t deserve a woman as strong, beautiful, and loyal as Gwen. Xander asks Gwen to take pity on him as he proposes to her.

Sarah turns away from the window as she remains locked up.

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Craig is outside on the phone, saying he misses them too and calls them sweetheart. Craig says it won’t be much longer before they see him, as Chloe approaches from behind.

At the Brady Pub, Nancy tells Brady that yesterday she would’ve been positive that Craig was lying about his phone call but today she’s perfectly calm because her husband has shown how much he loves her. Nancy says she came to Salem really upset and had to have Chloe talk her off the ledge, but she’s really happy to be here with them. Brady says it’s wonderful to spend time with them. Nancy jokes that they disrupted their entire lives but Brady assures they didn’t. Nancy declares that as happy as she is, the only thing that would make her happier would be getting Brady and Chloe back together again.

Ava is at Rafe’s, reading an article about Rafe being arrested. Ava remarks that’s what he gets for cheating on her with that cheap slut. Nicole then shows up at the door. Ava calls it a coincidence as she was just thinking about her.

Shawn joins Rafe in the interrogation room and says he’s really sorry about this. Rafe says he has nothing to be sorry about as he had no choice but to make the arrest. Shawn argues that it’s not an ironclad case. Rafe says he’s usually here behind the desk so these guys accusing him doesn’t look good. Shawn argues that it’s obvious he’s being framed but he couldn’t find any connection between the accusers. Shawn brings up Rafe saying he thought Ava was behind this and asks if he still thinks she’s the one who set him up.

Lani is at home reading about Rafe’s arrest and says there’s no way. Abe then shows up and says he was in the neighborhood so he decided to stop by to say hello and brought a present for the kids. Lani tells him that the kids are asleep. Abe asks where Eli is. Lani informs him that Eli is in Washington DC visiting his mom, so she’s dying for adult company. Abe says it works out for both of them. Lani reminds him that he doesn’t need an excuse to visit the twins. Abe says he was just in the neighborhood but seeing her always lifts his spirits. Lani asks if he’s having a bad day already. Abe admits he ran in to Paulina earlier.

In the town square, Paulina turns around and is shocked to see T.R., who she acknowledges as Ray, her ex and Lani’s biological father. He greets her while Paulina yells at him to stay away from her and threatens to knock him out right now.

Lani asks Abe what Paulina did this time. Abe says they were civil, even friendly, but there will always be tension between them. Lani says she’s so sorry. Abe says at least things are better between Lani and Paulina since she saved her life according to her. Lani jokes that she’s so dramatic. Lani adds that she’ll always have her guard up with Paulina, but they are on better terms and she hopes that happens for Abe someday. Abe doesn’t think that’s possible when she wants him to be something he can’t be for her. Abe doesn’t think he could ever trust Paulina again, especially after letting him think that he was Lani’s real father while Paulina always knew otherwise.

Ray remarks about Paulina having fight in her and assures he’s not going to hurt her. Paulina says it’s too late for that and questions what he wants from her. Ray informs her that he goes by T.R. now. Paulina mocks him going by an alias to run from the skeletons in his closet as she calls him Terrell Raymond but says he’ll always be Rotten Ray to her. Ray comments that some things never change, like her mouth. Paulina asks him again what he wants. Ray says he doesn’t want anything. Paulina questions why he tracked her down then after all these years. Ray argues that he didn’t even know she was in this town. Paulina questions what he’s doing here in Salem of all places.

Craig finishes his phone call and asks what Chloe is doing here. Chloe says she came to bring his coat since Nancy thought he could be cold, but he sounded like he was pretty hot to her…

Brady reminds Nancy that he and Chloe are just friends. Nancy believes Brady is the only man for Chloe. Nancy argues that Chloe only went back to Philip this time was because Brady was entangled with Kristen. Brady points out that Chloe and Philip were together when he disappeared and they don’t know if he’s alive or dead, so there’s no way that he can pursue something with Chloe right now. Brady admits that he does have feelings for Chloe. Nancy guesses he’s basically in limbo then. Nancy asks what if they never find out what happened to Philip and asks if he’s okay in limbo forever. Brady responds that it might have to be that way but Nancy disagrees.

Craig tells Chloe that he doesn’t know what she’s talking about. Chloe informs him that she heard him on the phone. Craig tells her it’s not what she thinks but Chloe argues that it is and now Nancy’s meltdown makes sense. Chloe accuses Craig of lying to her and Nancy. Chloe starts to cry as she asks if Craig is cheating on Nancy. Craig then admits that he is.

Rafe reminds Shawn that he has no proof that Ava is behind this, it’s just a gut feeling and what happened to Duke. Shawn says it wouldn’t be difficult for Ava to orchestrate with her mob ties. Rafe brings up Ava being so proud of leaving her past life behind. Shawn brings up the dead mobster that Rafe found on his kitchen floor not long ago, showing her life isn’t that far behind her. Shawn still doesn’t get Ava’s motive. Shawn knows Rafe said Ava doesn’t like he and Nicole’s friendship, but he also said they have been solid for months. Rafe responds that’s not exactly true.

Nicole asks Ava why she was thinking about her. Ava says she should’ve sent her home with some of the food from last night but she was too upset after Rafe was arrested. Nicole says she didn’t have an appetite after that either. Ava is surprised to see her back so soon and asks what’s up. Nicole thinks back to talking to Rafe about Ava possibly setting him up. Nicole claims that she came to check on Ava and asks how she’s doing. Ava calls her the sweetest and best friend. Ava says she couldn’t sleep last night as she kept thinking about what will happen if Rafe is convicted and ends up in prison. Nicole has faith that won’t happen because Rafe is innocent. Nicole remarks that Ava knows that better than anyone.

Lani argues that Abe is her real father in every way that matters. Abe brings up that Lani has a biological father out there and ever since she found out, he’s barely heard her mention him. Abe understands and appreciates that Lani thinks he would be threatened by her seeking out information on him, but they are connected biologically, so he would think she would be somewhat curious about him.

Ray informs Paulina that he has business here in Salem which she questions. He reveals that he’s now a movie producer. Paulina mocks it but he insists it’s all totally legit. Ray says he knows what the public likes and one of the film makers he’s working with lives right here in town. He reveals that it’s Johnny DiMera. Paulina calls him the son of a bitch that broke her daughter’s heart. TR then questions Paulina having a daughter. He says he had no idea that she had children. Paulina says her family is none of his business as her daughter has nothing to do with him. Paulina clarifies that she had Chanel years after they split, with her husband George. Ray asks if she’s her only one which Paulina claims that she is. Ray remarks that she’s a very lucky young woman to have Paulina as her mom and that George is a very lucky man.

Rafe reveals to Shawn that he and Nicole slept together. Rafe doesn’t think Ava knows about it. Rafe talks about Ava being so sweet, loving, and extra thoughtful to he and Nicole. Rafe says he has seen this act before and talks about how a few months ago, Gabi and Ava were at each others’ throats then out of nowhere, Ava was being super sweet to Gabi while trying to screw her out of Gabi Chic. Shawn asks if Rafe thinks Ava knows about he and Nicole. Rafe thinks that ruining his career is her revenge.

Ava asks Nicole what she means by saying she would know better than anyone that Rafe is innocent. Nicole says that Ava is the closest person to Rafe so she knows what a great guy he is, how honest he is, and how seriously he takes his work. Ava remarks that Rafe is nothing if not honest. Nicole says she must know that he’s being setup then. Ava responds that she very much wants to believe that. Nicole asks why she wouldn’t. Ava argues that the police wouldn’t arrest one of their own without a mountain of evidence. Nicole insists that it’s fake and she knows Ava knows that. Ava responds that when she needed Rafe to believe in her innocence, he didn’, so she questions why she would automatically believe in his.

Nancy tells Brady that she’s seen the way Chloe looks at him and she loves him too, so she just has to convince her to admit that to herself. Brady calls it sweet of her to want to help, but he thinks they should handle this on their own. Nancy asks Brady if he wants to be with her daughter or not.

Chloe argues that Craig swore to Nancy that she’s the only woman for him. Craig says she is. Chloe questions how can possibly say that when he just admitted to having an affair. Chloe asks who the other woman is and if they know her. Craig tells her there is no other woman. Chloe tells him to tell her the truth and argues that he’s not making sense after just admitting to cheating on her mom but says there’s not another woman. Craig then reveals that he is cheating on Nancy with a man.

Brady tells Nancy that it’s not that simple. Nancy argues that it is since they love each other, so he needs to man up and put it out there. Brady says that sometimes manning up means taking a little step back. Nancy says that kind of thinking will get them absolutely nowhere. Nancy asks if he will let her help him make this happen or not. Brady says that will be hard considering Nancy and Craig have to leave today. Nancy then reveals that she will stay here until she makes sure that Brady and Chloe are on the road to happily ever after, just like her and Craig.

Chloe is shocked to learn that her father is sleeping with another man. Chloe argues that he and Nancy have been married for so long, so she doesn’t understand. Craig says he doesn’t either. Chloe breaks down crying. Craig says he didn’t want her to find out this way. Chloe says he obviously didn’t want her to find out any way. Chloe knew he and Nancy had problems but all couples do at times. Chloe thought maybe Nancy was a little more crazy about him than he was about her. Chloe asks if Craig is trying to tell her that he’s gay.

Lani tells Abe that she knows everything she needs to know about Paulina’s ex, as he was abusive, controlling, and cruel. Lani says she wondered who her father was while growing up, but now that she knows the truth, she has zero interest in meeting him. Abe points out that she might have other relatives that she’d like to know. Lani says she has zero interest in them either if they even exist. Lani is convinced that biology is overrated. Lani calls Abe the father that she always dreamed of when she was little. Lani asks why she would want anyone else as a dad when she has him.

Paulina tells Ray not to try to sweet talk her. Ray says he didn’t mean to be inappropriate as he knows she’s taken and he didn’t mean to offend her. He asks if her husband is with her but Paulina informs him that George is dead. Paulina remarks that she’d rather be in a grave beside him than anywhere near Ray. Ray understands because the way he treated her was unforgivable and he’s truly sorry. Paulina is shocked to hear him apologize. Ray adds that he doesn’t expect her to forgive him but he’s not that man anymore. Paulina questions him saying that he’s changed. He says he got the lord and got sober. Paulina says it will take more than a miracle because a man like him doesn’t change and never will.

Brady appreciates Nancy’s enthusiasm but says she has to get back to New York. Nancy asks why since Parker is in boarding school and Joy is in grad school. Brady asks what about Craig’s job. Nancy says he’s been to so many medical conventions, he has a lot of vacation days. Nancy thinks it would be so fun to stay here and visit with Chloe. Nancy can’t wait to see Chloe’s face when she tells her. Nancy comments that it’s taking an awful long time for Chloe to get Craig his jacket, so she wonders what could be keeping them.

Craig informs Chloe that he loves her mother very much and had two beautiful children with her. Chloe notes that he did not respond to her question. Craig confirms that he’s attracted to men and cries that if that makes him gay, then he’s gay. Chloe asks if he’s had these feelings forever and never acted on them or what. Craig tells her about meeting a guy that he had great chemistry with. Craig says she has to believe that he never meant to hurt Nancy. Chloe tells him to call the guy back and tell him that he’s not rushing back to see him because he has to end this. Craig responds that he can’t because he’s in love with him.

Rafe tells Shawn that he fell in to this relationship with Ava and convinced himself that it was real, but the whole time he’s been thinking about Nicole. Shawn asks why he didn’t break up with Ava a long time ago then. Rafe talks about Nicole not wanting a rebound relationship after Eric and then she started dating EJ. Rafe talks about living with Ava and not wanting to hurt her. Rafe says he just kept telling himself that what they had was real. Shawn understands but now Nicole and EJ are over. Rafe confirms that he’s realized that he always wanted to be with Nicole. Rafe says he told Nicole that he was going to break up with Ava but he didn’t get the chance because Shawn showed up to arrest him. Shawn asks Rafe what he’s going to do now.

Nicole questions what Ava was innocent of. Ava talks about Rafe thinking she was guilty as hell as he was convinced that she chopped Duke’s head off. Ava questions what possible reason she would have to go do something like that to her best friend or the man she loves, who wouldn’t hurt her any more than she would hurt them.

Rafe tells Shawn that there’s not much he can do while in here. Shawn points out that Rafe is still his boss, so he can give him orders and asks what he needs. Rafe says not for long as he can’t imagine Abe will keep him in his position until he clears his name. Shawn assures to do his best to make sure that happens. Shawn offers to dig deep in to Ava to find a link to her and the accusers. Rafe thinks that’s the best bet to get to the bottom of this. Rafe warns Shawn to be careful because if Ava is using her mob connections, there’s no telling what she will do…

Nicole assures Ava that she and Rafe would never hurt her. Ava remarks that she did wonder for awhile about the two of them and sharing custody of Duke. Ava admits she was a little jealous at first and the old her might have chopped Duke’s head off. Ava says the old her was the one who sabotaged Steve’s plane and kidnapped Kayla. Ava adds that the old her might have thought about framing Rafe and how good it might feel to bring him down. Ava says the old her might have thought if she can’t have Rafe and he’s rotting in prison, then neither can Nicole. Ava admits it would’ve been the perfect revenge. Nicole agrees that it would’ve been. Ava says that she’s not the old her, she’s the new and improved Ava Vitali, who is perfectly sane and a law abiding citizen who would never believe that her best friend and the man she loves would hook up behind her back. Nicole says of course not and she has to go. Nicole asks how Rafe is doing. Ava responds that she has no idea. Ava says she would love to see him but thinks it’s best if she stays away right now because she wouldn’t want her past connections to make anything worse for Rafe. Nicole thinks she knows exactly what she means…

Lani tells Abe that she’s glad she’s not on duty today due to Melinda having Rafe arrested on charges that everyone knows is bogus. Lani is afraid of what she would say to Melinda if she saw her. Abe completely believes that Rafe is innocent, but until he is exonerated, he still has to find someone to run the police department. Abe asks if Lani would be interested. Lani thanks him but says she has her hands full. Abe says he has to get down to the police department. Lani is sorry that the kids stayed asleep through his visit. Abe says he will come see them when they are awake. Lani tells Abe to come back any time he wants. Abe comments on how much it means for her to still call him dad.

Ray understands Paulina’s doubts but bets he can prove to her that he has changed. Paulina doesn’t give a damn. Ray offers to take her out to dinner for old times’ sake. He knows he can’t begin to make things up to her, but he wants to help her see that they were happy in the beginning. Paulina doesn’t want to have dinner or another conversation with him. Paulina tells him to get out of her way.

Nancy decides she should take Chloe her coat since she’s probably freezing out there. Brady offers to go with her but Nancy says she’s sure everything is okay and bets they went to get a hot chocolate in the town square. Nancy jokes that Craig cannot resist temptation…

Chloe questions Craig being in love with some guy that he just met. Craig says it’s been a few months. Chloe asks if it’s love. Craig confirms he’s never felt this way before. Chloe cries that he said he loved Nancy and questions if he’s still in love with her. Craig says he never meant to hurt Nancy. Chloe asks again if he’s still in love with her. Craig looks away without an answer. Chloe questions him not being willing to break things off with this man. Craig says he can’t. Chloe asks him to at least respect Nancy enough to tell her the truth then.

Shawn tells Rafe that he’s on it and will report back to him as soon as he knows anything. Rafe thanks him and says he owes him. Shawn assures they will get him out of here. Nicole then enters the room and asks if she can talk to Rafe. Shawn says it was perfect timing and he will leave them alone as he then exits. Shawn runs in to Abe, who asks how Rafe is doing. Shawn says he’s as well as expected but hopes he’s out from these charges soon. Abe says until these charges go away, he needs someone to step in as acting commissioner. Abe asks if Shawn would be willing to take on the most thankless job in Salem. Shawn asks if he has a choice. Abe thinks Rafe would be grateful that the department is in the hands of someone he trusts. Shawn agrees to do it, but wants Abe to tell Rafe that he can’t wait for him to have his job back.

Nicole comments on Rafe looking pale. Rafe says it’s only been one night and he’s fine. Nicole doesn’t think he’ll be in here much longer. Nicole mentions going to see Ava this morning. Nicole assures she didn’t say anything to her and played it cool, but Ava did too and didn’t admit to anything, but Ava left no doubt in her mind that she’s guilty as Hell.

Ava remarks that Rafe is lucky that she didn’t chop off his unmentionables. Ava jokes that maybe someone will take care of that in prison.

Chloe tells Craig that he has to tell Nancy that he’s in love with someone else. Nancy finds them and asks if everything is okay. Craig claims everything is fine but Chloe tells her that Craig has something he needs to tell her. Craig brings up his phone call. Nancy hopes they didn’t call him to come home as she announces they are staying in Salem.

Paulina questions why Ray is still standing here. Ray argues that she doesn’t own this town and he still has business with Johnny DiMera, so he’s not going anywhere until it’s settled. Paulina tells him to stay out of her way and warns him about going anywhere near her family. Lani then arrives with the twins in a stroller and asks if everything is okay.

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Chloe’s parents, Nancy and Craig, wake up in bed together. Nancy talks about how Craig was so loving last night and how much she’s missed him as they kiss.

Devil Johnny sits at home at the DiMera Mansion and says it’s all about seizing the offense. Johnny calls Gabi to invite her over to the mansion. The doorbell rings so Johnny guesses she was already on her way.

Paulina is on the phone at home, saying if Johnny wants a divorce so bad then she wants him drained of every trust fund cent he has. Paulina hangs up as Marlena arrives at the door with flowers. Paulina remarks “speak of the Devil..” Marlena hopes Paulina will accept the flowers as a small peace offering. Paulina questions that being enough after what she did. Marlena apologizes for what happened at her wedding and says she wasn’t herself, so she’s terribly sorry for what she did. Paulina asks about her exorcism. Marlena assures that it worked and repeats that she’s sorry for what she put her through. Marlena asks if she can come in, which Paulina allows. Paulina says she can’t blame her for being cautious and talks about how Marlena threatened her life as the Devil and then blew it to Hell.

Johnny answers the door at the DiMera Mansion expecting to see Gabi but instead, asks what in the hell they are doing here.

Nancy and Craig say they love each other as they continue kissing in bed.

Tripp and Allie wake up in bed together. Allie brings up that they never got to celebrate him graduating med school, so she got him a present.

Abe runs in to Chanel in the town square. Abe mentions just being on his way to her bakery and tells her to take care. Chanel stops him and says she’s really glad she ran in to him. Chanel knows he’s angry with her for ruining his wedding to Paulina, so she wants to apologize.

Marlena tells Paulina that she heard what happened at her wedding and she can’t imagine how much it hurt to have her daughter speak to her that way. Paulina says what happened at her wedding was on the Devil, but keeping the truth from Abe and lying about it was all on her. Paulina declares that the Devil did her wrong, but she was the one who lost her Mr. Right.

Johnny is surprised to see a man named Mr. Coates at the door and says he’s the last person that he expected to see. He tells Johnny to call him “T.R.” and compliments the mansion. Johnny credits Stefano and calls him one of a kind. T.R. tells Johnny that he’s concerned about their terms because they had a deal, so he’s here to make sure that Johnny keeps his end of the bargain with his movie, “Possessed: The Marlena Evans Story.” They head in to the living room, where TR discusses his surprise at hearing Johnny was shelving the film. Johnny says he can explain but TR doesn’t want his explanation, he wants his movie. Johnny reveals that he promised Marlena that he would no longer tell the story of what happened with her and the Devil.

Marlena tells Paulina that she’s so sorry that she lost Abe as she saw their love and the strength of it. Marlena asks if they can find their way back together in time. Paulina says she opened up to Marlena about her love life before and now she’s very single. Marlena apologizes and declares that she will never forgive herself for betraying her confidence. Paulina acknowledges that it wasn’t Marlena, but insists that she knows Abe still loves her, so she wakes up every morning hoping that Abe will remember that, but he’s made it clear that he will never trust her again.

Abe tells Chanel that what happened with he and Paulina is not her fault, as all she did was tell the truth like Paulina should’ve done a long time ago. Chanel laments that it was Paulina’s truth to tell. Abe notes that she had no choice. Chanel argues that even if the Devil made her do it, she saw how happy Abe and Paulina were that day and sees how unhappy they both are now. Chanel thinks all the bad karma came back around to bite her. Abe asks what she means. Chanel questions him not hearing that her husband dumped her out of the blue and her marriage crashed and burned.

Allie’s present to Tripp is a Caduceus pin to pin to his jacket as she calls it the ancient symbol of medicine. Tripp explains that it has become that in modern times, but the ancient symbol is actually the Rod of Asclepius. Tripp says it’s not important and calls it a very sweet gift as he kisses her. Allie asks Tripp what the Caduceus actually means. Tripp reveals that with the two snakes, it’s associated with alchemy, thieves, and liars. Allie then thinks back to kissing Chanel in bed. Tripp asks if she’s okay.

Brady sits with Chloe at John and Marlena’s. Brady tells her that he’s really glad that her parents are back on track since he knows she’s been really worried about Philip’s disappearance, so this is one less thing she has to worry about. Chloe invites Brady to breakfast with her and her parents at the Brady Pub before her parents leave town which Brady accepts. Chloe asks Brady not to mention Nancy’s meltdown and misunderstanding with her dad. Brady assures that he has no intention of bringing that up. Chloe wants to pretend that never happened and just be happy for them. Brady agrees as they exit together.

Nancy apologizes to Craig for doubting him and for running to Chloe and not trusting him. Nancy decides she’s not going to talk about her insecurities anymore. Craig assures she has no reason to feel insecure and praises her. Nancy still wants to feel that he’s still attracted to her. Craig blames himself but insists that he loves her and he’s truly sorry. Nancy is so happy they can talk openly about this. Nancy reminds him that they are going to have breakfast with Chloe. Nancy tells Craig that he makes her feel so happy and she feels so guilty. They say I love you to each other as Nancy gets out of bed and goes to get dressed.

Allie apologizes to Tripp while Tripp apologizes for giving her useless trivia after she gave him an awesome gift. Allie assures there’s no one she’d rather be with as they kiss.

Chanel tells Abe that she doesn’t understand as her and Johnny wasn’t just some fling, they talked about their future and had real plans. Chanel says right before the reception, Johnny told her how much he loved her and then he just totally humiliated her like everything they shared was a lie. Abe can imagine how that felt. Chanel informs him that Paulina wants to bleed Johnny for every penny he has. Abe asks if that’s what Chanel wants.

Marlena tells Paulina that she’s grateful to at least try to make amends. Paulina accepts Marlena’s flowers and says she might have a vase they will fit him. Marlena brings up knowing how happy that she made Abe. Marlena mentions keeping her distance after what she put them through which is also why she didn’t go to the party for Johnny and Chanel. Paulina remarks on what a party it was and guesses Marlena heard, but she hasn’t. Paulina reveals that it turned in to one big nightmare. Marlena asks what happened. Paulina informs her that Johnny broke Chanel’s heart.

TR questions Johnny promising Marlena that he wouldn’t make the movie and calls that disappointing. TR warns that he hates being disappointed so he suggests Johnny rectify the situation. Johnny argues that there’s not much he can do since things got a little crazy when the Devil came back and possessed Marlena again. TR thinks that’s more reason to do the film as he has a built in sequel and he’s sure they can come up with a part three without much trouble. Johnny admits he does have some thoughts. TR questions what he’s doing about it, remarking that sitting around in his pajamas all day won’t make him rich and famous, so he has to get up and think big. Johnny assures that he has plenty of ideas. TR says it takes more than ideas, it takes guts and energy which he thought Johnny had when he first pitched his project. TR reminds Johnny that he told him he needed to stay motivated because the film business is cut throat. Devil Johnny stands behind TR as he comments that cutting throats wouldn’t be a problem for him while holding his fencing foil sword.

Tripp tells Allie that this was the best possible way to spend the morning but now he has to go to work. Allie tells him to go save the world. Tripp has Allie put his new pin on his shirt. Tripp offers to drop her off at the Bakery but Allie says she’s actually spending the day at home with Henry because Nicole had a work emergency and the babysitter is sick. Tripp asks if Chanel is going to be okay after what happened with Johnny. Allie admits that Johnny really screwed her up but says it’s sweet of him to ask. Tripp acknowledges that Chanel is Allie’s best friend and she loves her, so she’s important to him too. Tripp kisses Allie and then exits.

Chanel sits with Abe in the town square and says at first, she didn’t want Johnny to pay but then Allie told her that she saw him kissing another girl already. Chanel calls it all so horrible and complicated. Abe hugs Chanel as she starts to cry. Chanel apologizes for falling apart like this. Abe says nobody should be treated how Johnny treated her, but reminds her that she’s not alone as she has Paulina, her friends, and family. Abe brings up how much Allie loves her and he’s so glad that she has such a good friend to help her through this. Abe states that he and Lani are closer than ever, so he hopes he and Chanel can stay close too if that’s what she wants. Chanel confirms that’s definitely what she wants as they hug.

Marlena doesn’t understand this since when Johnny came home from Italy, he told them how much he loved Chanel and how happy he was to be married to her. Marlena says she’s so sorry. Paulina says not as sorry as Johnny will be when she gets through with him. Paulina knows Johnny is Marlena’s grandson but she vows to make him pay for what he did to her daughter.

Brady and Chloe join Nancy and Craig at the Brady Pub for breakfast. Nancy brings up Brady and Chloe seeing her meltdown yesterday so she wanted to apologize for accusing her good and honest husband. Nancy tells Chloe to never make accusations against the person you love unless you have strong evidence that you’re not imagining they betrayed you. Nancy advises her not to let insecurities take over and doubt the devotion of the person that loves you. Nancy knows Chloe is not insecure like her. Chloe calls her beautiful and smart. Craig acknowledges that he hasn’t been making her feel secure about their love and marriage lately, but he loves her and he’s deeply sorry for hurting her. Nancy calls him the best man she knows as they kiss. Craig tells her that he loves her with all his heart. Chloe and Brady watch on with a smile. As they get their breakfast, Craig gets a text message and says it’s about a patient so he has to make call and he’s going to step outside. Craig says he’ll be right back and exits the Pub. Chloe and Brady say they are so happy for them. Nancy thanks them for all of their support.

TR asks Johnny if he’s willing to pay the price to get what he wants or is he going to lay around on his daddy’s money. Johnny decides maybe he’s right that he gave up too soon since the subject was brilliant. Johnny asks what TR suggests he tell Marlena. TR is sure that she thinks he’s a good boy, so if it will make things easier, he’ll be the bad guy. TR remarks that he has experience breaking promises to little old ladies or anyone else who doesn’t understand his dreams. TR asks what’s the worst that can happen. Johnny tells him that he doesn’t know Marlena like he does, as she has plenty of fire. TR brings up that Marlena did outsmart the Devil twice, but now she has to deal with him. TR instructs Johnny to tell Marlena that he can’t get out of this deal and that if he even tries to screw him over on this film, he will ruin him. Johnny questions if he would really ruin him. TR warns that he’s capable of many things but admits he won’t ruin him because he needs him, but that’s what he will tell Marlena. Johnny admits he was worried for a second. TR assures that they are a team and he takes care of his own, as long as he doesn’t disappoint him. TR asks what Johnny says. They shake hands as Johnny remarks that he feels like he’s making a deal with the Devil. TR declares that he may act like a badass but he’s actually a gentle soul, unless he’s crossed.

Paulina walks through the town square and comes across Abe. Paulina says she was just heading to the bakery to see Chanel. Abe informs her that she just missed her as she wasn’t feeling well, so she went home.

Chanel goes home and asks herself what she’s doing. Tripp shows up at her door and says he hopes she doesn’t mind him just dropping in, but there is something he wanted to tell her.

Chloe comments that Craig’s phone call is taking a long time. Nancy says it usually does. Brady comments on Craig’s food getting cold. Nancy realizes that Craig left his jacket when it’s cold outside, so Chloe decides to bring it to him. Chloe exits the Pub but doesn’t see Craig so she goes looking for him. Back inside, Nancy tells Brady that yesterday she would’ve been positive that Craig was lying about his phone call but today she’s perfectly calm because her husband has shown how much he loves her.

Craig is outside on the phone, saying he misses them too, as Chloe approaches from behind.

As Tripp comes inside, Chanel thinks back to kissing Allie in bed. Chanel then asks Tripp what he wanted to talk about. Tripp says he didn’t want to just say it over the phone as he wanted to talk to her about it in person. Tripp then just tells her that he and Allie are both there for her. Tripp says what Johnny did was the worst and he just wanted her to know that she deserves a lot better than Johnny DiMera. Tripp then hugs Chanel.

Johnny goes to see Marlena and tells her that he just got caught up in the romance of Italy and by the time they got back home, he realized he had made a huge mistake. Marlena says it’s one thing to acknowledge a mistake, but he was cruel. Johnny admits it was not his finest hour and he’s sorry for hurting Chanel, but he’s even more sorry that he’s going to hurt Marlena by breaking a promise that he made which she questions. Johnny says it’s the one about his movie.

Paulina asks Abe if Chanel told him about her and Johnny’s divorce. Abe confirms that she did and says he’s sorry. Paulina argues that Johnny gave her his word that he would make Chanel happy but she guesses that some men’s word isn’t what it used to be. Abe says he did his best to comfort Chanel. Paulina mentions that Chanel thinks the world of him. Abe says he feels the same. Abe adds that he heard about Paulina’s near miss with the chandelier and he’s glad to see her ankle is doing well. Paulina states that Lani saved her life. Abe decides he should go and tells Paulina to have a nice day as he then walks away. T.R. then approaches and recognizes Paulina. Paulina turns around and is shocked to see T.R., who she acknowledges as Ray, her ex and Lani’s biological father.

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Rafe tells Nicole that the more he thinks about Ava not telling him where she was, it makes sense, so maybe nothing came up and she hoped on walking in and seeing this, as Rafe then grabs Nicole and kisses her.

Xander walks through the town square when the pilot Ned Grainger approaches and asks how his meeting went. Ned guesses it did not go well by the looks of it. Xander asks if he wanted something. Ned responds that he obviously wants his money.

At the DiMera Mansion, Chad calls Abigail to ask what’s going on and where she is. The doorbell rings and Belle arrives, saying she’s sorry to show up unannounced but she thought she’d get EJ some of his things. Belle asks Chad to get them for her but Chad says he’s not doing anything to help EJ after what he did to his wife. Belle asks what EJ did to Abigail.

Abigail successfully unmasks “Sarah” and says she knew it but is shocked to find out that it was Ava under the mask and asks what the hell.

Chad informs Belle that EJ forced himself on his wife. Belle asks if he’s sure. Chad says he saw it with his own eyes. Belle asks where this happened. Chad explains that it was at the courthouse during the recess after his coughing fit. Chad reminds Belle that he ran in to her in the hallway and they were about to go inside but he remembered that he forgot his phone in the witness room, so he went back to get it which is when he found EJ forcing himself on his wife. Belle asks what EJ said when he walked in. Chad responds that after Abigail slapped him, he asked what the hell he was doing and EJ wasn’t the least bit apologetic and just sat there, staring at him smugly. Belle can’t believe EJ would do something so disgusting. Chad says he was going to kill him but Abigail asked him not to. Belle argues that it doesn’t make sense since Chad was about to get back on the stand and he made it clear that they would be pleased with his testimony. Belle questions why EJ would sabotage himself like that. Chad declares that EJ is an arrogant bastard, who thinks he can do whatever he wants and an entitled pig that thinks he can help himself to whatever he wants. Chad adds that EJ told Abigail he was going to take her on the conference table. Belle understands now why Chad was so mad when he came back from the recess. Chad states that EJ will spend the next decade in prison so maybe he’ll learn to keep his hands to himself. Belle is sorry for what Abigail had to go through and says there’s no excuse for EJ’s behavior. Belle points out that EJ is still her client, so if Chad can point her to the bathroom, she will grab his stuff and go.

Shawn brings EJ in to the police station where they come across Melinda, who remarks that EJ is looking a bit defeated. Shawn says they’d love to stay and chat but EJ has somewhere he needs to be. Melinda comments that the only place EJ should be is downstairs awaiting sentencing. Shawn reveals that EJ is meeting with his lawyer. Melinda hopes they are not discussing an appeal. EJ says that’s between he and his attorney. Melinda says it’s his money but warns that it’s a waste of time. EJ says they will see. Melinda complains that all the DiMeras are so damn arrogant and for years she’s tried to take them down but they always seemed to slither out of trouble. Melinda declares that at last, all her hard work has paid off and she gets the pleasure of sending one of them to prison.

Ned reminds Xander that he left their meeting with Abigail to go get money to pay him. Xander says he has a lot on his mind. Ned questions what he’s trying to pull since he and Abigail were very anxious to get information out of him and told him to sit tight and he would get his cash but now it’s like he forgot the whole thing. Xander clarifies that he didn’t forget and went to ask Sarah’s mom for the money. Ned questions if she gave it to him. Xander reveals he didn’t get a chance to ask. Ned reminds him that he isn’t telling him squat unless he gets paid. Xander then informs Ned that he doesn’t need him to because he already found Sarah himself.

Abigail questions Ava being the one wearing the Sarah mask. Abigail knew it wasn’t Sarah but she thought it was Kristen or Gwen and never would’ve guessed it was Ava. Abigail says it doesn’t make sense and questions if she even knows who Sarah is. Abigail asks what reason Ava has to impersonate Sarah and why she’s doing this.

Xander tells Ned that Sarah was at her mother’s house when he arrived, so he doesn’t need Ned to tell him where she is. Ned argues that they had a deal. Xander tells him the deal is off. Ned complains that he was counting on that money as he just bought a watch for a small fortune. Xander tells him to take it back but Ned says he can’t because he loves it. Xander responds that unfortunately, sometimes no matter how much you love something, you still end up losing it. Ned then walks away.

Belle goes to the police station. Melinda mentions hearing that she had a meeting with his client. She informs Belle that Shawn already had EJ brought to the interrogation room. Melinda repeats that this is a waste of time because EJ was found guilty and with all the damning testimony against him, she can’t see any other conclusion. Belle says to let her worry about that. Melinda guesses that Belle must be kicking herself for letting EJ take the stand like he did because any first year law student knows a defense attorney never lets their client testify unless absolutely necessary. Melinda adds that she was thrilled when she opened that door for her. Melinda admits she was shocked that Belle would make a rookie mistake like that and says she must be mortified. Shawn interrupts. Belle calls Melinda insecure and nervous about her meeting with EJ. Melinda argues that she has nothing to be insecure or nervous about because she won. Melinda accuses Belle of having Shawn fight her battles for her. Shawn says he just wanted to give Belle a little break and kisses her as they then walk away.

Rafe and Nicole continue kissing until Nicole says they have to stop. Rafe apologizes and says he shouldn’t have done that. Nicole says it’s okay because obviously she wanted to kiss him too, but they can’t because he’s with Ava. Rafe agrees and apologizes again. Rafe doesn’t know what he was thinking and guesses he just let his frustration get the best of him because he doesn’t know if Ava is playing him. Rafe admits that Ava has been acting weird the last few weeks but maybe he’s just paranoid because he feels guilty about them having sex behind Ava’s back. Rafe still doesn’t understand how Ava would know about that. Nicole points out that she might not. Rafe questions what the end game of pushing them to spend time together is. Rafe wonders if Ava is just playing nice while being on a revenge rampage, starting with cutting the head off of Duke and then setting him up to look like a dirty cop. Rafe notes that Nicole also said Ava was acting weird in her office. Nicole suggests she could be being paranoid too. Rafe asks what about tonight since Ava insisted they all have dinner and she’s not even here. Nicole says something must have come up. Rafe asks if it did or if Ava’s just leaving them alone in hopes of catching them doing something. Nicole tells Rafe that Ava is her friend, so she would like to give her the benefit of the doubt that if she knew what happened between them, she would be direct. Nicole admits she doesn’t know. They agree on not waiting for the other shoe to drop and let the chips fall where they may. Rafe doesn’t like being tested or playing games. Nicole says maybe that’s not what is happening as Ava could be completely innocent…

Abigail questions why Ava is running around town in a Sarah Horton mask, impersonating her cousin. Ava calls it a prank and claims she was just having a little harmless fun. Abigail asks if she’s joking as she calls it bizarre, twisted, and evil. Ava jokes that not everyone has lives as exciting as Abigail’s so every once in awhile, they have to spice things up. Abigail doesn’t believe that and asks what explanation she will have for Rafe. Abigail threatens to call Rafe. Ava tells her that she doesn’t have to do that. Abigail thinks she does and questions if she’s just supposed to let her walk away as Gwen suddenly hits Abigail in the back of the head with a rock, knocking her out.

At the police station, Melinda tells Shawn that she needs to talk to him about Rafe because he’s under investigation for planting evidence in several cases. Shawn argues that it’s obvious they are lying so the whole thing is a joke. Melinda doesn’t think so and warns that internal affairs take police corruption very seriously. Shawn argues that she can’t believe Rafe is corrupt. Melinda says her opinion is irrelevant as she has no choice but to investigate. Shawn assures that Rafe’s record is spotless and questions why he would suddenly become a dirty cop. Melinda guesses it’s pressure because the police department has become a laughing stock under Rafe’s leadership. Shawn says they had a few speed bumps but that’s it. Melinda talks about reading every day that crime is up because Salem PD won’t do anything to put the bad guys away. Melinda thinks Rafe needed to turn the heat down by any means necessary. Shawn insists that there is no way Rafe would manufacture convictions because he’s a good cop and a good man.

Rafe tells Nicole that she’s right that Ava might be innocent in all of this and might not be setting him up to look like a crooked cop, but he’s come to realize it doesn’t matter. Rafe says whether Ava is innocent or not, it doesn’t change the way he feels about Nicole. Rafe tells Nicole that he can’t get her out of his head or his heart. Rafe thinks he needs to end things with Ava. Nicole asks if he’s sure that’s something he really wants to do. Rafe confirms that it is and says whether Ava’s innocent or not doesn’t really matter as it’s not working, so they can’t go on like this. Nicole doesn’t think this is the best time for a big decision like this and suggests he wait until things settle down and his investigation is over. Rafe states that either Ava knows what’s going on and is trying to punish them or she has no idea and she’s coming from a totally genuine place, but either way he can’t be with her because it’s not fair to keep the woman he’s with in the dark about the woman he wants to be with.

Xander goes home to his room at the Salem Inn and looks for Gwen but she’s not there. Chad then shows up at his door looking for Abigail but Xander tells him that she’s not there. Xander asks what’s going on. Chad informs him that Abigail ran out of the house looking for Sarah. Xander reveals to Chad that he found her at the Kiriakis Mansion where “Sarah” had gone to see Maggie and made it clear that she’s done with him for good. Chad can’t say that he blames her. Xander tells Chad that Abigail was investigating Sarah’s disappearance for the Spectator and he was assisting, but now that she’s been found, his partnership with Abigail is over. Chad confirms that Abigail told him all of that, but he thought she might have come here to see Gwen which Xander questions. Chad informs Xander that Abigail didn’t think she had the whole story yet as she’s convinced that the woman Xander found with Maggie is not the real Sarah.

Ava questions how Gwen knew. Gwen explains that she heard Abigail attacking her over the phone and figured she might need backup. Ava thanks her and notes that her timing was perfect. Ava informs Gwen that Abigail ripped the mask right off her face. Gwen thought they threw off the Sarah scent for good and asks what happened. Ava explains that Abigail said something kept bothering her and she knew it wasn’t really Sarah. Gwen worries that now Abigail will never stop looking for Sarah and asks what they do. Ava declares they must put Abigail down.

Rafe tells Nicole that breaking up with Ava is the right thing to do for all three of them. Nicole worries that Ava will be devastated. Rafe hates the idea of causing Ava pain and says that’s why he has stayed with her for so long, but he needs to be honest with her and himself. Rafe tells Nicole that he wants to be with her. Nicole asks if he’s sure that’s how he really feels. Rafe confirms that it is and asks if that’s not what Nicole wants.

Melinda tells Shawn that she has no interest in his personal feelings about Rafe. Shawn argues that Rafe has the respect of every officer in the department. Melinda argues that being respected doesn’t exclude him from a crime. Melinda brings up Ciara being married to a serial killer. Shawn asks if they are done because he has work to get done. Melinda tells Shawn that they are only interested in the facts so she wants him to go through every recent arrest that Rafe has signed off on because she wants details. Melinda orders Shawn to review every report and talk to people that Rafe has arrested to see if he can uncover a pattern. Melinda adds that he has no choice unless he wants her to think he’s covering for Rafe. Melinda gives him a folder to start with and notes that the top one is still in lockup, so she suggests Shawn go have a chat with him to see what he can find out.

EJ sits in the interrogation room, handcuffed to the table, as Belle arrives. EJ asks Belle about her appeal and what her plan is to prevent him from spending the next decade behind bars. Belle says before they get to that, they need to talk about something because she just talked to Chad, who told her what he did to Abigail.

Xander questions Abigail thinking that someone was in a Sarah mask. Chad explains that at first Abigail thought it was Kristen, but it wasn’t, so Abigail thought it was Gwen. Xander asks why. Chad asks who has a motive to pose as Sarah. Chad points out that Xander is in a relationship with Gwen and asks what happens to that relationship if he finds out what really happened to Sarah. Chad notes that then “Sarah” shows up and tells him that she wants nothing to do with him, effectively ending his search for her. Xander questions Abigail thinking that “Sarah” was actually Gwen.

Gwen tells Ava that she can’t be serious about putting Abigail down. Ava argues that it would solve their problems. Gwen worries that it would create loads more for her. Gwen notes that she’s already been suspected of two murders in less than a year so she’s not going to add another one to the list. Gwen adds that Abigail is her half sister too. Gwen hates that Abigail is trying to get payback and break up her and Xander but she doesn’t want her dead. Ava says that they have to think of something because she was about to call the cops. Gwen suggests blaming Abigail’s delusions. Ava says Rafe won’t believe that. Ava talks about all her plans in motion against Rafe and says she’s seeing them through because Rafe needs to pay for cheating on her with that slut, Nicole. Gwen asks what Ava suggests they do then. Ava says they could leave her here and hope that she doesn’t remember anything when she wakes up since Gwen hit her pretty hard. Gwen reminds Ava that Abigail already saw her in the Sarah mask. Ava decides that they can figure out a plan later but right now, they need to get Abigail out of here. Gwen questions how exactly they are supposed to do that. Ned Grainger then appears and greets them.

Nicole tells Rafe that she’s just barely divorced which Rafe says he understands. Rafe says they can take this as slowly as she wants. Rafe brings up Nicole wanting to get the conference table out of the office because it was a reminder of something she wanted to forget. Nicole clarifies that she was trying to forget that they betrayed Ava, not what happened between them, because that was pretty unforgettable. Rafe states that they aren’t together, not because they don’t want to be, but because he’s with someone else that they both care about. Rafe reiterates that he wants to end his relationship with Ava. Nicole urges him to really think about this. Rafe says he has been for months and now he finally wants to do something about it. Rafe asks if Nicole is tired of holding back and if it would be great to finally be out there with how they really feel and stop hiding. They are interrupted by a knock at the door. Rafe answers to see Shawn.

EJ questions Belle telling him that Chad said he kissed Abigail. EJ calls that insane. Belle explains that Chad said he saw it with his own eyes at the courthouse after his coughing fit in the witness room and said that he saw EJ forcing himself on his wife. EJ calls it impossible. Belle says something happened during the recess that made Chad furious with EJ. EJ says it certainly wasn’t that he hit on Abigail. Belle questions the 180 then and why Chad would suddenly decide not to give testimony that would help them after he just implied that he would. EJ suggests maybe Chad was never intending to help them and could’ve been toying with them the whole time. Belle says that’s not Chad. EJ insists that he never left the courtroom. Belle asks if he’s sure about that. EJ says absolutely. EJ brings up being with Johnny during that recess, signing the agreement that Belle advised him against. Belle recalls Johnny asking for privacy so she was out in the corridor. EJ points out that she didn’t see him leave. Belle argues that there are other exits. EJ insists that the only time he left his seat was when she called him to the stand and if she doesn’t believe him, she can ask Johnny.

Xander questions Abigail thinking that Gwen was in the Sarah mask. Chad says that was until Gwen showed up. Xander then asks why Chad didn’t say that in the first place and exclaims that obviously means Gwen wasn’t impersonating Sarah. Chad apologizes and says he doesn’t know what the hell is going on either and he’s just trying to find his wife. Chad notes that she didn’t answer her phone, so he thought maybe she came here to follow up on something. Xander ask if Abigail knows Gwen wasn’t impersonating Sarah, then why would she come here to follow up. Chad repeats that Abigail is not convinced it was Sarah. Xander argues that she had just seen the proof in front of her eyes. Chad talks about Abigail having a reporter’s instinct and it’s telling her that someone is running around Salem in a mask. Xander asks if they’re sure it’s not just the voices in her head. Chad warns him to watch it. Xander feels the mystery is solved so Abigail needs to let it go. Chad says he told her to and they were at home having a relaxing night and he went to check on dinner, but when he came back, she was gone and Johnny said she flew out of the house, so he assumed she came here. Xander tells him that she didn’t. Chad says to let him know if he sees her which Xander agrees to as Chad then exits the room.

Ned calls this serendipity as he overheard their dilemma about trying to get rid of this woman and here he is, about to fly his jet out. Gwen questions him being willing to take Abigail with him. Ned says sure, for a price.

Belle asks why Chad is so sure he saw EJ kissing Abigail, if EJ swears he never left the courtroom. EJ thinks it’s obvious that Chad is lying because he’s out to get him. Belle reminds EJ that Chad was ready to exonerate him and asks why Chad would say EJ made a pass at his wife if he didn’t. EJ thinks Chad is being eaten alive by guilt over sending him away for something he didn’t do since Chad knows full well that he wasn’t behind Sami’s kidnapping. EJ declares that Chad is conspiring with Lucas to frame him, but if that ever got out then Chad would be fired from DiMera, publicly disgraced, and end up going to prison himself. Belle admits that’s possible. EJ guesses that reality set in during the recess, so Chad decided to make sure the truth would never come to light by giving a false testimony that would guarantee he goes to prison. EJ adds that the only way Chad could live with it is to convince himself that he deserves it. Belle questions making up a story that he came onto his wife. EJ argues that Chad has been so paranoid for so long about his brothers lusting after Abigail that he may have found a reason to see things that aren’t there. Belle questions EJ saying Chad is delusional. EJ says that Chad found a way to cope with his betrayal and probably isn’t even conscious that he did it. EJ notes that Chad found something believable because he did take that role in Johnny’s movie that involved sex scenes with Abigail, so it’s not a stretch that he would make a play for her, but he didn’t. EJ adds that if Chad believed he did, then he can tell himself that he’s a good guy for doing the right thing. Belle seriously doubts that Chad is trying to alleviate his guilt, but questions why Abigail would go along with it and let Chad tell everyone that EJ was forcing himself on her if it wasn’t true. EJ says that Chad is her husband, so she’s going to support him no matter what. Belle knows EJ is upset, but calls what he’s saying insane. EJ calls it the only plausible explanation because he swears to God that he never laid a finger on Abigail.

Ava asks how much Ned wants to fly Abigail out. Ned says he can’t offer a discount because he knows that’s Abigail and her well-connected family is going to want to know what happened to her, so this is a premium job. Ned says he can’t just dump Abigail in a field the next state over because her family will trace it back to him. Ned declares that to make Abigail really disappear will take some effort, so it’s going to cost them. Ned gives them ten minutes and asks if they want him to fly their problem away.

Shawn tells Rafe that he’s sorry to interrupt their evening. Nicole tells him not to worry about it as Rafe invites Shawn in. Shawn explains that Melinda asked him to look in to all of Rafe’s recent arrests. Rafe guesses Melinda wants to go over some cases and see if he planted evidence. Nicole calls it ridiculous, insisting that Rafe didn’t do anything wrong and he’s obviously being setup. Shawn assumes they have discussed this. Nicole confirms that and calls the investigation outrageous. Shawn agrees. Rafe tells Nicole that it’s okay as he understands Melinda wants someone to go over the cases, so he’s glad it’s Shawn. Rafe says he’s ready to prove his innocence. Shawn reveals he spoke to a guy who was arrested last night. Rafe assures it was totally clean, but Shawn informs him that he’s claiming the evidence was planted to make him look guilty. Rafe argues that it’s a lie and all part of the frame up. Shawn informs Rafe that he’s sorry, but Melinda sent him here to place him under arrest.

Melinda enters the interrogation room and asks EJ where Belle is. EJ responds that his meeting is over, so he’s waiting for someone to escort him back to holding. Melinda tells him not to look so glum, because he’s about to get some company…

Rafe questions Shawn being here to arrest him. Nicole argues that he can’t do this. Shawn insists that he does not want to, but he doesn’t have a choice. Shawn pulls out his handcuffs as Ava comes home, apologizing for being late and says she brought desserts. Ava then asks what’s going on. Shawn reads Rafe his rights as he arrests him.

Gwen returns home to Xander in their room at the Salem Inn. Xander says he was wondering where she went. Gwen claims she just went out window shopping and asks what Xander has been up to. Xander informs her that Chad was just there, telling him a crazy story about a mask. Xander admits he had a hard time believing it. Gwen asks him to tell her all about it.

Chad goes home to the DiMera Mansion and calls Abigail, leaving a message asking where she is as he’s getting worried. Chad hangs up as the doorbell rings and Belle arrives. Belle tells Chad that she’s sorry to bother him again, but she just saw EJ and he adamantly denied making any kind of pass at Abigail. Chad says he doesn’t have time for this right now because he can’t find Abigail.

Ned stuffs Abigail in a bag and remarks that he’s so glad Gwen and Ava coughed up the cash, because this is a lot of work, as he then begins dragging her away.

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