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Days of Our Lives Update

 

Update written by Joseph

At the Horton house, Chad calls “Abigail” and leaves a message that he’s tucking the kids in and about to head home. Chad hangs up as his son Thomas appears and asks who he was talking to.

“Abigail” calls Mark and assures him that Chad totally bought that she was just asking him for directions. Mark is glad, warning that if he hadn’t, she would be in big trouble. Mark’s sister Felicity then appears next to him in the town square.

Kristen sit with her laptop at the Brady Pub where she finds out about Brady, arguing that it didn’t have to go this way as she got rid of his car and told him to run, but he ran straight to the police station. Kristen complains that she had his back. Ava then enters and asks if that’s another empty promise because she sure as hell didn’t have her back.

Connie has Melinda’s phone and gets a text from Kristen, asking where she is as she needs her. Connie remarks that she’s sorry but Melinda is all tied up at the moment.

Melinda struggles with being tied to the bed in Connie’s room with the cardboard cutout of Li Shin.

Stefan enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion where Gabi informs him that she’s dividing up the room so that they each have half. Gabi says her attorney says it’s important for her to keep the DiMera Mansion as her primary residence if she wants to take him for everything he’s worth, but she doesn’t want Stefan anywhere near her. Stefan knows he broke her heart but he’s praying that one day she will forgive him. Gabi remarks that God hears all prayers but chooses to say no to some of them. Stefan complains that dividing the house is ridiculous. Gabi calls his opinion unimportant to her. Gabi warns Stefan to keep his girlfriend on her half of the house and says she has the rest of the house to do as she exits.

Kristen questions Ava still being angry that she fired her because Gabi insisted. Kristen says she apologized and meant it. Ava decides they’re good then and their friendship is repaired. Ava then sits at her table and asks if she wants the knife out of her back. Kristen complains that she couldn’t let Gabi pull Gabi Chic because she needs to prove herself as CEO and relaunching Gabi Chic is moving towards that. Ava argues that’s great for her but now she’s unemployed and Gabi is coming after her. Kristen remarks that Ava should’ve thought about that before sleeping with Stefan.

Connie wonders what to text back to Kristen as Melinda. Connie then brings a food tray to Melinda, who is screaming for help. Connie tells Melinda that she’s wasting her breath because she soundproofed everything. Connie argues that they all enjoyed making fun of her behind her back at DiMera but she’s not so simple now. Connie offers her soup but Melinda refuses. Connie tells her to go ahead and starve then, adding that she only kept Melinda alive because Li asked her to. Melinda tells her that Li is dead and calls her a psycho. Connie gets upset and blames Li’s death on Melinda, Gabi, and Stefan.

Chad tries to change the subject but Thomas asks him again who he was talking to. Chad claims he was talking to someone from work but Thomas asks why he said he was coming home soon.

Mark tells “Abigail” that he has to go and will catch her up later as he hangs up. Felicity questions who Mark was on the phone with. Mark says it doesn’t matter and would rather talk about her but Felicity questions who Mark was saying would be in big trouble.

EJ enters the living room and questions Stefan about all of Gabi’s tape. Stefan explains that they are in his half of the room. EJ says marriages fall apart but they don’t need to include the rest of them in their drama. EJ argues that the tape clashes with the rug. Stefan brings up that the entire staff still quotes what Nicole said to EJ when she found out he stole Eric’s baby. EJ says the last thing he wants to do is dodge imaginary barriers in his own house. Stefan tells EJ to tell Gabi that because this is all his fault since he’s the one who convinced Gabi to stay. EJ argues that he did Stefan a favor. Stefan admits he didn’t want Gabi to move out but because of EJ’s antics, Gabi is now determined to take him for everything he’s worth, including the house.

Ava thought Kristen didn’t judge her over what happened with Stefan and points out that Kristen encouraged her not to be so hard on herself. Kristen argues that Ava does have to take some responsibility since nobody forced her to sleep with Stefan, so she does have to blame herself. Ava mocks having Kristen as a friend. Kristen argues that friends tell the truth and if she hadn’t blabbed everything at the office, Gabi never would’ve found out. Kristen then questions why Melinda is not texting her back.

Connie tells Melinda that she wouldn’t have had to punish her for how she treated Li, remarking that Gabi broke his heart but Melinda was just as bad. Connie talks about Li being so broken that he couldn’t see her as the real thing that was finally there for him. Connie declares that Gabi has paid the price and her marriage is over thanks to her. Melinda questions what she did. Connie says if Melinda had a husband and he cheated on her with Ava, she’d want to know about it. Connie adds that she’s just getting started and declares that by the time she’s through, Gabi will have nothing.

Gabi goes to see “Abigail” in her bedroom and says she thought she should introduce herself since they will be living under the same roof again. Gabi says they say she is Abigail, but she just doesn’t see it.

Chad tells Thomas that he must have misspoke because he’s tired. Thomas questions if that’s really what happened since he’s always here to tuck them in, but he’s never there when they wake up. Chad apologizes for being gone so much and promises to make it up to him but things have been a little crazy lately. Thomas tells Chad that he’s not Charlotte and he’s 9 so he can tell something is wrong. Thomas asks Chad to tell him the truth so Chad decides he will be honest.

Mark sits with Felicity and tells her that he was on the phone with Aaron. Felicity questions how Aaron could be in trouble when he’s at lacrosse camp. Mark explains that Aaron lied and made up a story about how he was paying for camp. Felicity notes that Aaron lied to her once too and she didn’t like it.

Chad claims to Thomas that an old friend is in town and had a bad accident so he thought it would be best if she stayed at the DiMera Mansion. Thomas questions Chad staying there too. Chad says he thought it would make her more comfortable since she didn’t know EJ and Stefan very well. Thomas questions not having her stay here. Chad talks about the DiMera Mansion being bigger and having staff to help take care of her. Thomas asks when Chad is coming back for good. Chad says soon, so Thomas questions how soon. Chad admits he doesn’t know as everything is up in the air right now. Chad asks if Thomas is okay. Thomas then questions if the woman he said was in an accident is his girlfriend.

“Abigail” tells Gabi that she knows she doesn’t look the same. Gabi says she heard about the plastic surgery and the amnesia. Gabi then tells “Abigail” that she is at war with her husband, Stefan. “Abigail” says she’s sorry to hear that. Gabi questions that since they weren’t exactly friends. Gabi then clarifies that they were friends then enemies and ultimately frenemies. “Abigail” says it sounds complicated and asks if it was about her sleeping with Stefan. Gabi question her remembering that but she clarifies that EJ told her. Gabi says it wasn’t about that as it was before she and Stefan were involved. “Abigail” says she’s sorry about that. Gabi tells her not to be as she wasn’t in her right mind while Stefan is a different story.

EJ tells Stefan that half of the house belongs to him so Gabi will be in for a rude awakening if she tries to make a move on it. Stefan says it’s good to know that he has an ally as long as EJ has something to lose as well. EJ remarks that Stefan made his bed and invited Ava into it, asking why he should be inconvenienced because Stefan doesn’t know how to take a cold shower like the rest of them. EJ questions Stefan sleeping with Ava of all people. Stefan tells him to leave Ava out of this. EJ argues that Ava kidnapped his mother and drove her off a cliff so it’s a miracle that Susan even survived. EJ states that Ava is very much in this conversation. Stefan brings up the women EJ has brought in and insists that Ava is off limits. EJ questions his instinct to protect Ava. EJ then brings up that Stefan’s twin brother was engaged to Ava and now his heart keeps his blood pumping. Stefan tells EJ to keep it up. EJ jokes that it would explain so much and wishes Stefan luck because he’s going to need it.

Ava asks Kristen what the problem is. Kristen tells her that she’s been trying to reach Melinda about a contract problem as she has a friend who needs legal advice. Ava mocks Kristen having another friend. Kristen says she got a text from Melinda, saying she needs a break and complains that she just hired her. Kristen remarks that she better have a damn good explanation for this as she texts Melinda back.

Connie tells Melinda that it looks like Kristen isn’t too happy to hear about her leave of absence and now she wants details. Melinda argues that Kristen won’t buy anything Connie writes and offers to come up with something she will. Connie mocks Melinda thinking she’s an idiot while she’s tied to a bed. Connie comes up with something that she says will shut Kristen up.

Kristen gets Connie’s text from Melinda’s phone, claiming she doesn’t want to take orders from the woman who murdered her daughter, so she can take her job and shove it. Ava questions Melinda saying that. Kristen says she doesn’t get it since Melinda’s daughter’s death was an accident and they talked about it before she hired her. Ava confirms Melinda said the same to her, so Kristen questions where the hell this is coming from. Kristen argues that Melinda is competent, came on board, and never looked back. Kristen talks about Melinda being in early. Ava mentions that Melinda never said a word about being discontent and always putting the company first. Ava then thinks back to Melinda telling her about what she discovered about Connie. Ava tells Kristen it’s a DiMera problem and she doesn’t work there anymore.

Melinda laughs at Connie’s plan and asks if she really thinks no one will miss her or come looking for her. Connie mocks Melinda being beloved by so many people and thinks Melinda overestimated her popularity. Connie says she has things to go do. Melinda argues that it’s not too late and that part of her must know this is messed up. Connie argues that Melinda only cares because she wants something and says she’ll be back as she exits, leaving Melinda screaming in frustration.

Stefan asks EJ to fix him a drink but EJ tells him to fix it himself. EJ says Stefan is not family to him after he and Gabi did everything in their power to take DiMera away from him. Stefan argues that EJ always gave as good as he got. Stefan says not to pretend this is about the company when it’s about his life. Stefan says not long ago, he hoped all of these wars between them would be over and they could at least be brothers. EJ remarks that misery loves company which is why he’s looking forward to his front row seat to Stefan’s deathmatch with Gabi.

Gabi tells “Abigail” about her dissociative identity disorder and how she modeled one of her alters after her as “Gabby”, but she was integrated long ago. “Abigail” says every time she meets someone else in the family, she feels like she owes them an apology. Gabi tells her not to beat herself up about sleeping with Stefan as she wasn’t in her right mind so she couldn’t consent which means it was technically rape. Gabi wonders if she can use that in her divorce case. “Abigail” comments on Gabi being angry. Gabi figures she would be too if her husband cheated. “Abigail” tells Gabi that she’s sorry she’s going through all of this. Gabi warns her to be careful who she shows civility to in this house since she doesn’t have any allies. “Abigail” says even if she had allies, she wouldn’t remember them, and that Gabi is the only one who doesn’t look at her like she has three heads. “Abigail” feels she could use all the frenemies she can get. Gabi feels the same and says this will be continued as she has much more work to do and exits.

Chad assures Thomas that he doesn’t have a girlfriend. Chad promises that he misses Thomas and Charlotte more than they miss him, insisting their whole family will be under the same roof again soon as he hugs him.

Felicity asks Mark if he really has to punish Aaron. Mark says he shouldn’t have lied and they all have rules to follow. Felicity argues that Mark gets to make the rules. Mark says that’s what their parents would’ve wanted until Felicity and Aaron get older. Felicity asks what happens if Mark lies. Mark jokes that she can ask when she catches him lying but she hasn’t. Felicity wishes their parents didn’t die in the accident. Mark says he does too but promises he’s not going anywhere as they hug.

Chad goes to the DiMera Mansion and joins “Abigail” in the bedroom. She notes that it took him awhile after he said he tucked in the kids. She asks if everything is okay. Chad says not exactly since Thomas was asking why he’s not living at home. She asks what he told him. Chad says he told him that he has a friend staying here that he’s taking care of. Chad admits he doesn’t like lying to Thomas and doesn’t know how much longer he can do it. “Abigail” questions if Chad’s going to tell him that she’s alive.

Connie shows up at the DiMera Mansion where Gabi answers the door. Gabi thought she was still sick but Connie assures she’ll be back at the office tomorrow and wanted Gabi to have everything she put together for her meeting with the new suppliers. Connie feels the new line of Gabi Chic will be better than ever. Gabi admits she nearly forgot about the meeting because she’s been pretty busy as she plans to take Stefan for all he’s worth including the mansion. Connie says good for her after what he did to her and calls it an eye for an eye. Connie then declares that since Stefan slept with Ava, she thinks Gabi should sleep with someone else too.

Kristen complains that Ava has had her fun and asks her to cough up what Melinda discovered. Ava refuses so Kristen calls her a bitch. Ava asks if she can have her job back first. Kristen argues that her hands are tied. Ava argues that Kristen chose to screw her over rather than lose a couple dollars. Kristen says it’s more complicated than that and she knows it. Ava says it’s not personal, just business. Kristen then gathers her things and walks out of the Pub.

Melinda screams that Connie is a psycho bitch as she remains tied to the bed. Melinda guesses Connie being this crazy is why she never had another date with Li. Melinda declares that she has to get out of her before she completely loses it.

Ava exits the Pub and runs in to Connie, who calls her the homewrecker. Ava asks why Connie had to tell Gabi. Connie argues that she needed to know. Ava says it wasn’t her business. Connie feels Gabi had a right to know her husband was cheating on her and calls Ava a skank. Ava warns there was a time in her life where she wouldn’t make it to the end of her sentence for talking to her like that. Connie points out that now Ava is unemployed and remarks that she’s glad Gabi made Kristen fire Ava because she doesn’t deserve to work at DiMera. Ava comments on Connie being let go too. Connie argues that she’s gainfully employed. Ava brings up that last time she spoke to Melinda, she was on her way to Connie’s apartment to give her the axe.

Melinda tries to break free from being tied up.

Gabi listens in from outside the living room as EJ tells Stefan that Gabi better rethink going after the house, but as for everything else, he hopes she leaves him with nothing but his socks. Stefan questions EJ taking Gabi’s side. EJ suggests Stefan’s been given a gift from above and he doesn’t even know it which Stefan questions. EJ tells Stefan that maybe Gabi was just a placeholder until the real love of his life came in. Stefan says he loves Gabi, not Ava. EJ argues that he shares an affinity for Ava that he and Gabi do not. Stefan responds that he doesn’t owe him an explanation. EJ agrees and warns Stefan that any enemy of Ava’s is a friend of his as he declares that means Gabi is his new BFF. Gabi thinks back to Connie’s suggestion that she should sleep with someone else too.

Chad tells “Abigail” that he doesn’t know what to do as part of him is wondering if they should tell the kids the truth about her being alive. “Abigail” argues that they can’t as it will only confuse them. Chad is tired of lying to them every night and points out that they have no idea how long it will take for her memory to come back. She points out that she had a memory today. Chad says it was a terrible one and complains that it still doesn’t make sense why she remembers her murder but nothing else. Chad says maybe it’s too soon to know what that means in the big picture. “Abigail” suggests it means they have to give it more time. Chad insists he’s not trying to pressure her about her memory, but he made a promise to Thomas and he can’t go back on that. “Abigail” decides the only solution then is that he needs to move out.

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Update written by Joseph

At the hospital, Tate asks Holly how Sarah’s accident could be their fault. Holly explains that Sarah and Xander were headed to the Horton Cabin for their honeymoon. Tate realizes they would’ve caught them there. Holly adds that they were waiting in the town square for Maggie to bring the key but she couldn’t find it because they took it. Holly says that Sarah was going to help Maggie look for the key that they took and that’s when she got hit by the car.

Xander asks Sarah how she’s doing. Sarah responds that Maggie gave her a nice pep talk that inspired her to get out of the hospital bed and start living her life. Xander questions it being soon that. Sarah says she will need physical therapy, but medically there’s no reason for her to stay in the hospital. Xander decides that he will go see about getting her released then and he will also check in with Jada in hopes that they have apprehended the suspect by now. Sarah encourages him to leave Jada alone and assures that she will reach out when there’s news. Xander agrees to leave Jada alone for now but vows that when he finds out who did this to her, there will be hell to pay.

Fiona sits in the town square with Victoria and talks about the iced tea not hitting the spot as she’s used to something much stronger. Fiona talks about how Victoria is the only one she can confide in because she doesn’t judge her. Fiona talks about being responsible for Sarah not being here and being in the hospital, possibly never walking again. Fiona declares that she destroyed a woman’s future and tore a hole in the heart of the people that love her. Justin then approaches Fiona.

John paces at home, waiting for Brady to call him back. John says it’s driving him crazy and tells Marlena that he won’t be able to relax until they clear this up. Marlena knows John is worried but wonders if they are jumping to conclusions. John says in his mind, there’s only one reason that Brady would lie to Jada about his car being supposedly stolen. John doesn’t want to believe that Brady hit Sarah and just kept going, but tells Marlena that it’s not looking good.

Brady goes to the police station and tells Jada that he’s there to make a confession that he was driving the car that hit Sarah Kiriakis. Jada questions Brady lying earlier which he confirms. Brady admits he panicked and wasn’t thinking straight. Jada asks what made him come clean and if Kristen tipped him off about the warrant for his arrest. Brady insists that he’s here to make a good example for his son and show him that they all have to take responsibility for their actions. Brady adds that the guilt is eating him up over the fact that Sarah may never walk again because of something stupid he did by driving drunk. Brady declares that he was evil in that moment. Jada stops him and says they have to do this by the book and advises him to call his attorney before she takes his official statement.

Fiona asks Justin if they have met. Justin introduces himself as Victor’s nephew. Fiona remembers that Justin was at Xander’s almost wedding and says he was just having a chat with Victoria. Fiona is surprised she didn’t recognize Justin when he was the one who had her letter to Victor. Justin understands they weren’t properly introduced. Fiona is thankful that Xander has forgiven her and they are now on excellent terms, pointing out that he even lets her watch the baby while he takes care of Sarah. Justin says it’s terrible what happened to Sarah and hopes that the partial license plate leads to the culprit being arrested.

Xander returns to Sarah’s room and informs her that Kayla is working on her release now. Sarah excitedly says she can’t wait to get out of the hospital. Maggie decides she will check with Fiona to see if she needs any help with Victoria and tells Sarah to text her when she is home. Sarah thanks Xander for everything. Xander says it’s his pleasure to bring his wife home as Maggie exits. Xander adds that he won’t let Sarah push herself too hard. Sarah says she just wants to hang out with her husband, their daughter, and sleep in their own bed. Xander tells Sarah that he has a proposition for her that he thinks will make a real difference to her recovery.

Holly argues that if they hadn’t been lying and sneaking around the cabin without permission, Sarah wouldn’t have been in that accident or paralyzed now. Tate insists that’s not how it works and that so many factors came together to put Sarah in the wrong place at the wrong time. Holly says Maggie basically said the same thing. Tate is surprised that she told Maggie. Holly figured that since Brady caught them, she may as well come clean to her family too but then she realized their actions may have caused Sarah’s accident, so she just ran out of the room. Tate says what happened to Sarah is horrible but the only person to blame is the person who hit her and then sped off.

Marlena tells John that it’s impossible to imagine Brady hitting Sarah with his car and then leaving her in the street, even if he were drinking. John argues that he wouldn’t be thinking clearly if he was drunk. Marlena asks what about when he sobered up and realized what happened, asking why he wouldn’t come forward then. Marlena says that instead he covered up with the car and that’s not their Brady. John brings up Marlena asking Paul about Brady’s sobriety. Marlena confirms that Paul said Brady claimed he was fine and even going to meetings. John points out that was before the accident, so he wonders if Brady told Paul something else that might shed some light on this. John decides to call Paul.

Xander informs Sarah that he wants to move back in to the Kiriakis Mansion as he thought she would have difficulty in her wheelchair in their small apartment. Xander brings up how the mansion is wheelchair friendly since Victor had mobility issues and even had an elevator put in. Xander adds that she’d have a staff to help make her life easier including with Victoria, plus Maggie will be there all the time. Sarah agrees it would be more convenient and being closer to Maggie would be helpful, so she agrees to do it. Xander says he will let Henderson to know to expect them. Xander then asks if it would be okay with her if he invited Fiona to move in as well. Sarah thinks that is great. Xander says they’ve been getting along so well that he doesn’t see any reason for Fiona to keep paying rent at the Salem Inn. Sarah is thrilled that Fiona has been there for him through all this and calls inviting Fiona to their wedding the best decision she ever made.

Justin tells Fiona that he’s glad he ran in to her because he had been meaning to thank her which she questions. Justin explains that for almost a year, he thought Alex wasn’t his son until thanks to her, it came out that Xander was actually Victor’s heir. Justin tells Fiona that he’s incredibly grateful to her because she gave him his son back. Fiona feels she doesn’t deserve too much credit as she was just setting the record straight and had no idea Theresa was lying to everyone. Justin insists that she changed so many peoples’ lives for the better, including his. Justin then gets a call from Brady, who asks him to come to the police station right away as he needs a lawyer. Justin asks what’s happening. Brady responds that he turned himself in for a very serious crime, Sarah’s hit and run. Justin is shocked and says he’ll be right there as he hangs up. Fiona asks if everything is alright. Justin doesn’t know if Fiona ever met Xander’s nephew, Brady. Fiona claims that she has not had the pleasure but she’s heard wonderful things about him. Justin is afraid that’s about to change. Fiona asks why, noting that he said something about a crime and asks if it has to do with Sarah’s accident and points out that she is family. Justin decides she’ll hear it from Xander anyway but apparently, Brady has turned himself in for Sarah’s hit and run which shocks Fiona.

Holly asks Tate how things went with Brady since he said he didn’t know if he was in trouble. Tate thought Brady was going to go off on him, but he seemed strangely distracted like his mind was somewhere completely different and then he got a mysterious text and left really abruptly. Holly agrees that it sounds weird but encourages that maybe it’s a good thing since if Brady has other things going on, he won’t have time to be mad at him. Tate just hopes everything is okay and talks about being distant this summer and with everything going on with Theresa, he doesn’t want to lose what he has with Brady. Holly agrees that he needs his dad. Tate decides he should head home and face the music. Holly says she will go with him to make sure he gets home safe and they can face Brady together. Tate says she doesn’t have to but Holly insists, pointing out that they don’t know how much time they will get to spend together now that their secret is out.

John thanks Paul and finishes his call. John then tells Marlena that as far as Paul knows, Brady isn’t drinking but there was an incident that he didn’t tell her about as Paul walked in on Brady pouring himself an alcoholic beverage and that Brady admitted he was tempted because of everything with Theresa, but Paul swears that Brady gave him the drink and he got rid of it. Marlena argues that one misstep doesn’t mean Brady has fallen off the wagon but John has the sinking feeling that they are on the right track.

Xander helps Sarah in to her wheelchair, reminding her that she’s not alone and that he will always be there for her as they kiss.

Fiona decides she’s going to need a stronger drink but Maggie finds her and says she was just on her way to her place to see if she needed any help with Victoria. Fiona says that would be lovely. Maggie asks her what’s wrong as she looks white as a sheet. Fiona guesses she hasn’t heard the news and informs Maggie that someone has confessed to hitting Sarah which shocks Maggie. Fiona explains that she was with Justin when he got a call from the culprit himself, who said he had just turned himself in and needed representation. Maggie questions Justin accepting the call and who it was. Fiona is afraid she knows him as she reveals it was Brady.

Justin joins Brady and Jada in the interrogation room. Brady thanks him for coming so quickly. Justin asks for a moment alone with Brady. Jada says she wants to take his statement as soon as possible as she then exits the room. Justin tells Brady that he doesn’t understand, questioning Brady hitting Sarah with his car and then just driving away. Brady tells him that he understands if Justin doesn’t want to take this case since Sarah and Xander are family. Justin argues that Brady is family too but he’s going to need him to explain himself by telling him everything that happened that night. Brady responds that the problem is, he doesn’t really know.

John tells Marlena that he can’t wait around anymore as he has to go look for Brady. John declares that if his son’s in trouble, he needs to find him. Marlena argues that Brady could be anywhere. John decides he’ll start with the bars. John goes to leave but Tate comes home with Holly, shocking John and Marlena. Marlena notes his crutches and asks if he got hurt at lacrosse camp but Tate reveals that he never went to camp.

Justin asks how Brady could not know what happened. Brady admits he was drunk and that he’s been messed up since Alex and Theresa’s wedding. Brady reveals he’s been going on out of control benders and thought he was hiding it pretty well but apparently people started to notice. Brady informs Justin that on the night of Sarah’s accident, he was drinking at Small Bar, so he just assumes he hit her on the way home but he doesn’t exactly remember what happened other than he woke up in the driver’s seat of his car with a splitting headache with no recollection of how he got to the parking garage. Brady adds that he heard the police talking about a gray sedan which is when he realized he might have done it. Brady says he went to look at the car and saw damage on the front bender. Brady tells Justin that he couldn’t take it anymore and had to turn himself in. Justin understands but points out that Brady doesn’t actually know for sure that he’s guilty.

Xander brings Sarah home to the Kiriakis Mansion and asks if there’s anything he can get her from the kitchen. Sarah mentions Maggie making her famous lemon bars and thanks him for everything. Sarah says Xander has been so loving, understanding, and supportive through this whole thing so she couldn’t have gotten through this without him. Xander assures that he worships and adores her, so he will bring her everything she desires for the rest of their lives. Xander tells Sarah that he loves her and will be by her side forever as they kiss. Xander then heads to the kitchen to get her lemon bar.

Maggie asks Fiona if they are sure it was Brady, arguing that it doesn’t make any sense since Brady wouldn’t flee the scene if he hit someone with his car, unless he had been drinking. Fiona recalls Maggie saying she was Brady’s sponsor. Maggie says that Brady has had his struggles. Maggie then gets a text from Xander. Fiona asks if he’s heard the news. Maggie says no as Xander has checked Sarah out of the hospital and are moving in with her at the Kiriakis Mansion. Maggie adds that Xander said in his text that he wants them to bring Victoria and also for Fiona to pack up her things and move in with them if she wants to. Fiona doesn’t know what to say after everything she and Xander have been through, admitting she is shocked and honored that he wants her so close by. Maggie calls Fiona an incredible help to Xander, Sarah, and all of them. Maggie decides she will take Victoria home while Fiona collects her things. Fiona calls that a good idea unless she wants her to be there when she breaks the news about Brady. Maggie says she can handle it but notes that there’s always been bad blood between Xander and Brady, so she doesn’t know how Xander is going to react when he hears the news.

Xander brings Sarah her lemon bar and says he texted Maggie about bringing Victoria and moving Fiona in. Sarah thanks him. Xander then gets a call from Jada and asks if she has good news. Jada says she wouldn’t call it that but they have the suspect in custody and he’s admitted to being the driver who hit Sarah. Xander says that’s great and then asks for the bastard’s name.

Marlena questions Holly and Tate spending the whole summer at the Horton Cabin. Tate explains it was the only way they could be together and they are really sorry for deceiving all of them. John asks what Brady had to say about it. Tate says he wasn’t happy obviously but he couldn’t get a good read on him because Brady seemed distracted or troubled by something and then he just took off somewhere and left. Tate asks if something is going on with Brady that he should know about. John gets a call from his contact Larry which shocks him.

Fiona goes to her room at the Salem Inn and begins packing her things. Fiona thinks back to sleeping with Brady there. Fiona states that Brady doesn’t deserve this but questions what she can do. Fiona then declares that maybe it’s time she tells the truth.

Justin argues that Brady doesn’t have any memories of the actual incident, only the before and after. Brady says that’s right but insists that it had to of been him because there was damage on the car and they had a partial plate that matches his. Brady says even though he can’t remember specifically what happened but he has a vague memory of screeching tires playing nonstop in his head. Justin understands but advises him to reconsider making a full confession. Brady repeats that he already told him what happened. Justin shouts that Brady talked and now he’s going to listen. Justin advises Brady to tell them only his recollection of the facts and nothing more. Justin says the police know what evidence they have, so there is no sense of adding to the case. Justin doesn’t want Brady admitting guilt because that’s for a jury to decide, if it comes to that. Brady knows Justin is doing his job as a lawyer but he doesn’t see any point in fighting this and he doesn’t want to because what he did to Sarah was inexcusable and he needs to make things right.

Maggie brings Victoria home to the Kiriakis Mansion and tells Sarah that she’s so glad she’s out of the hospital and that she decided to move back in as she feels much better having her close by. Maggie mentions that Victoria is asleep and then informs Sarah that she has pretty shocking news to share with her. Sarah reveals that Jada already called, so she knows the driver was Brady. Sarah says she couldn’t believe it and questions how could he. Maggie says she can’t believe it either but it appears to be true as Justin is already at the police station with him. Maggie asks how Xander took it. Sarah says as well as you’d expect. Maggie wants to speak with Xander and asks where he is.

Xander storms in to the police station and asks Jada where Brady is. Jada informs him that he’s in with his lawyer. Xander wants to confront him but Jada stops him and says she can’t let that happen, telling Xander that she needs him to go home and let her handle this as his wife needs him. Xander questions how Brady could just hit Sarah and drive off. Jada says all those questions will be answered in time. Xander then stops and asks if that addict is off the wagon again. Jada confirms he had been drinking that night. Jada suggests they go talk about it in her office but Xander refuses and bursts in to the interrogation room. Xander then shouts that he’s going to kill Brady and begins choking him while Justin yells for him to stop.

John thanks Larry for the heads up as he finishes the call. Marlena asks John what it is. John reveals his buddy at the police department had some intel to share with him. John announces they got the driver who hit Sarah. Holly asks who it is while Tate asks if it’s someone they know. John then reveals that it’s Brady.

Fiona picks up her phone and tells herself that she can’t tell the truth when she’s finally on good terms with her son. Fiona declares that Brady doesn’t deserve this and she hates to see him go down for this, but she has no other choice as she has too much to lose.

Sarah tells Maggie that Xander went to the police station and she tried to stop him, but he was determined to confront Brady. Sarah adds that she’s never seen Xander like this as he looked angry enough to kill.

Justin and Jada pull Xander off of Brady as Justin urges him to think of Sarah and Victoria. Xander questions how Justin can defend Brady when he left Sarah to die in the street. Brady tells Xander that he didn’t mean to hurt her and he’s sorry. Xander swears that Brady is going to pay for this and declares that he will make sure Brady spends the rest of his miserable life rotting in prison.

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Holly tells Tate that they are so lucky that Mark agreed to keep his secret. Tate agrees, especially since they both have family who work there. Holly suggests they not press their luck and get Tate back to the cabin before anyone sees them, but they then run in to Brady at the hospital. Brady questions the crutches and begins asking if it happened at camp and why the camp didn’t contact him to tell him they were sending Tate home. Brady then questions what Holly is doing there. Tate then admits that it didn’t happen at camp, so Brady questions where it happened. Tate reveals he was on Smith Island.

Sarah calls Xander from her hospital room, leaving a message wondering where he is since it couldn’t have taken this long to check on Victoria. Sarah hangs up and tells Maggie that she thought Xander would be back by now. Maggie jokes that she’s there but understands Sarah misses her husband and daughter. Sarah adds that she’s also worried about Xander because he feels helpless seeing her this way and since he can’t do anything for her, he’s fixated on finding the person who hit her and is obsessed with it.

Xander questions Jada having a suspect. Jada says she’s sorry but she’s not at liberty to say who it is. Xander argues that they have a right to know. Jada says they will when they make an arrest. Xander complains that the monster left Sarah to die in the street. Jada repeats that she’s sorry but she’s not going to discuss this with him any further. Xander grabs her and says that she will.

Marlena goes home and thinks back to Jada telling her about Brady’s car being stolen.

At the DiMera Mansion, Kristen finishes a phone call in the living room. Kristen tells the portrait of Stefano that the mission has been accomplished as Brady’s car is now as flat as a pancake. Kristen asks what choice she had and says she knows Stefano wasn’t a fan of Brady but he is the father of her child, so she did what she had to do to protect her family. EJ then walks in and questions what she did to protect her family. Kristen claims it’s that she had to fire Ava from the family business for political reasons because Gabi learned that Ava slept with Stefan while she was in prison, so Gabi gave her an ultimatum of relieving Ava from her duties or she would find another buyer for Gabi Chic. Kristen says she couldn’t allow that since they put a lot in to the relaunch and it’s the centerpiece of her new corporate strategy. EJ remarks that he would’ve sacked both of them. Kristen says it’s not up to him. Kristen knows Stefano detested Gabi and she does too but her family legacy means everything to her, so she will do whatever it takes to protect it. EJ doesn’t think so and senses that Kristen is selling him a bill of goods. EJ asks Kristen what’s really going on.

John comes home to Marlena. She asks about his visit with his dad. John says it was great and asks about her message that she wanted to talk about something. John asks if everything is okay but Marlena says not really.

Brady questions what Tate was doing at Smith Island. Tate reveals that he never actually went to camp and he was staying at the Horton Cabin. Brady questions why in God’s name he would do something like that. Tate admits it was so he could spend time with Holly without anyone interrupting. Brady questions Tate lying to him all summer about this, which he admits.

Maggie tells Sarah that she’s been thinking lately about the car accident that killed her parents and part of her wished she died with them. Sarah mentions that she never told her that. Maggie says she wasn’t always brave Maggie facing adversity with courage as she was grieving and scared. Maggie tells Sarah that it’s okay to be angry about what happened to her. Sarah thinks Xander is angry enough for both of them and repeats that she’s worried about what Xander is going to do to the person who ran her over when they find them.

Jada tells Xander that he has every right to be upset and she gets what he’s going through. Xander argues that she has no idea but Jada reminds him that Rafe is lying in a hospital bed, just like Sarah and her heart breaks for both of them. Jada states that she will be the one who will find and arrest the person who hit Sarah, not him. Jada warns Xander to take his hands off of her right now. Xander apologizes and doesn’t know what came over him. Jada gets that he’s worried about Sarah, but every time he raises Hell over the investigation, that’s more time she has to deal with him instead of doing her job. Jada adds that she will let him know as soon as she gets something concrete. Xander thanks her but asks if she can at least say what they are waiting for. Jada says she has to wait for the district attorney before she can proceed, but he will know something soon. Jada repeats that she knows what he’s going through in feeling helpless when the love of your life is in a hospital bed. Jada tells Xander to go be with Sarah as she needs him.

Sarah asks how Maggie dealt with it when she found out she couldn’t walk. Maggie recalls waking up in the hospital and the doctor informing her that her parents didn’t make it. Maggie says when she came to her senses, she felt like she owed it to her parents to keep the farm running. Maggie adds that it wasn’t easy but she knew she had to figure it out. Maggie remembers being on crutches at a graduation party and reminding herself that even if she couldn’t get on the dance floor, she could still dance in her heart. Maggie says if she was never able to walk again, she still would’ve had a very good and full life. Maggie hugs Sarah and encourages her not to give up because no matter how her recovery goes, she’s still a wonderful doctor, mother, wife, and daughter. Maggie admits some things may be harder, but she knows Sarah will remember how much she truly has to be grateful for. Sarah cries that she is grateful to feel so loved by Maggie, Xander, and Victoria as that means everything to her.

EJ feels that was a shockingly unconvincing story from Kristen. Kristen says if he doesn’t believe it, he can run it by Gabi. EJ admits it’s none of his business but advises Kristen that if she doesn’t want people poking around her closet for skeletons, she shouldn’t be so forthcoming with the portrait of Stefano about her secrets out loud. EJ adds that he’s sure Stefano knows all already.

Brady doesn’t understand since Holly has been here in Salem all summer. Holly admits she’s been sneaking up to the cabin to see Tate whenever she can. Brady questions them just visiting and asks for a private word with his son so Holly steps away. Tate knows Brady is disappointed him and says he’s sorry but he really cares about Holly. Tate says this isn’t just some fling and he couldn’t stand to be away from Holly just because Theresa was being crazy. Brady stops Tate, who asks how much trouble he’s in.

Marlena informs John of Brady’s car being stolen right out of their garage. John asks how he took the news. Marlena doesn’t know as he didn’t tell them. John asks when this happened. Marlena explains that she ran in to Jada, who was trying to figure out a timeline. John questions Brady not just telling her how and when it happened. John wonders why the active police commissioner would be involved in a run of the mill car theft, guessing it has to be connected to something bigger, like maybe Sarah’s hit and run. Marlena asks if John thinks that Brady could’ve been involved in Sarah’s accident. John prays he’s wrong but says something isn’t acting up, questioning why Brady wouldn’t say a word about his car being stolen. Marlena informs him that Brady did tell Kristen as she bumped in to her. John questions why unless he wanted to get rid of the evidence by making the car disappear as that sort of thing is in Kristen’s wheelhouse. Marlena suggests not getting ahead of themselves. Marlena adds that when she told Brady about Sarah’s accident, he was shocked and horrified. Marlena argues that Brady is a good man, so if he would’ve hit her, he never would’ve left her there. John agrees that he wouldn’t, unless he had been drinking.

Brady sits with Tate and questions that he’s been shelling out money for Aaron for the entire summer. Tate argues that he knew he didn’t want to go to camp and at least Aaron was getting something out of it. Brady brings up Tate coming back to see Theresa, he was just coming across the ferry and not flying back from New York. Tate argues that when Nicole had left town, he was this close to telling Brady the truth but he got the vibe that he didn’t want him to come home. Brady calls that so not true. Tate states that he left because Brady told him to and he had to keep the lie going because he thought he would go ballistic on him. Tate asks if Brady’s never lied because he was scared of how someone would react. Brady then thinks back to Kristen telling him about getting rid of his car. Tate asks Brady where he went just now. Xander then arrives at the hospital and sees them.

Sarah tells Maggie that she just hopes to be half the mom that she is. Maggie encourages that she’s a wonderful mother. Sarah asks how she will be able to now. Sarah cries about how Victoria needs to be held so much right now and questions how she will be able to keep up with her. Maggie promises that she will find a way. Holly enters the room and hopes she’s not interrupting. Sarah says it’s okay as Holly hugs Maggie. Sarah says she’s very lucky to get two visits in one day. Holly reveals that she came because she has something to tell her. Maggie asks what it is. Holly brings up saying she had plans with a friend tonight but reveals that was a lie as she was going to see Tate. Maggie questions if she means in New York but Holly reveals they were on Smith Island, explaining that Tate never went to New York and that Aaron went to camp in his place so they could spend time together at the Horton Cabin this whole time. Maggie asks if Tate broke in but Holly reveals that she took Maggie’s key and let him in. Holly apologizes for lying to her. Maggie says she understands and says she knew she saw the key the other day. Holly explains that she put it back but Tate locked himself out so she had to borrow it again and she’s really sorry for lying to everyone. Maggie realizes that’s why she couldn’t find the key the other night. Holly asks what night she’s talking about.

Kristen asks if EJ has nothing better to do than standing around to cross examine her, like sorting through a filing cabinet. EJ responds that he has plenty of things he could be doing, but he happened to overhear her talking to a portrait about plotting and scheming so he couldn’t help himself and his interest is piqued. Kristen claims she wasn’t plotting or scheming. EJ adds that she already has the CEO position at DiMera, so he wonders what else Kristen wants that she doesn’t have. EJ then says he knows it’s Brady Black. Jada arrives and hopes she’s not interrupting as the butler let her in. Kristen greets Jada. Jada says she needs to talk to EJ about Sarah’s case so Kristen exits. EJ asks Jada if there are new developments. Jada confirms she has a suspect and is looking for his advice on how to proceed as she has a partial license plate that links to a gray car registered in Salem which also matches the description from the scene of the accident. EJ asks about the forensics evidence. Jada says the problem is that they can’t compare the paint because the vehicle has vanished. EJ questions how a vehicle can just vanish. Jada says that the suspect stated the car was stolen but he didn’t report it which EJ questions. Jada adds that he claimed the car was stolen before the accident but she has an eye witness who says she saw the car parked in the wrong spot on the night of the accident. EJ calls it a lot of circumstantial evidence that is compelling but no absolute proof. Jada adds that without the car, they likely never will have absolute proof. Jada then asks EJ if he’s ready to indict based off what they have.

John asks Marlena if she thinks Brady could be struggling with his sobriety. Marlena admits that while John was in Greece, she had a few concerns which John questions. Marlena says she knew Brady was having a hard time dealing with the Theresa business, but he’s a grown man so she didn’t feel like she could talk to him about it, but she asked Paul how Brady was doing and Paul said that Brady admitted he was struggling and that he had upped his meetings and spent a lot more time with his sponsor. John asks Marlena what her gut tells her. Marlena tries not to jump to conclusions, especially after the last time when Eric drove drunk. Marlena says she should’ve learned from that and sat Brady down to have a serious talk with him before it was too late.

Xander is surprised to see Tate as he thought he was out of town for the summer. Tate says he was but now he’s back. Tate adds that he heard what happened to Sarah and he’s sorry. Xander thanks him. Tate hopes they find whoever did it and give them exactly what they deserve. Xander says the good news is that the police may have a suspect, so he hopes they nail the son of a bitch to the wall.

EJ asks if Jada is going to tell him who the suspect is. Jada asks if matters. EJ says it might, while Kristen listens in from outside the door. Jada reveals that it’s Brady Black, so EJ tells her to arrest him.

Holly asks Maggie again what night she’s talking about. Maggie explains that Sarah and Xander were planning to spend their wedding night at the Horton Cabin. Holly says she didn’t know. Sarah says it’s okay as it was very last minute. Holly asks why they didn’t go. Maggie explains that she couldn’t find the key, so Sarah was coming to help her look for it. Holly then realizes that was the night that Sarah was hit by the car and that she was on her way to Maggie’s because she took the key. Holly then declares that what happened to Sarah is all her fault. Sarah assures that it’s not her fault as she had no way of knowing what would happen. Holly cries that if she and Tate weren’t sneaking around then Sarah would be fine. Holly decides she shouldn’t be here and runs out of the room despite their attempts to stop her as Xander enters and questions what that was all about.

Jada senses EJ has some type of bad blood with Brady. EJ says their families go back generations but claims their history has nothing to do with his legal assessment of the case. EJ adds that what Jada told him, he believes they could win a conviction. EJ instructs Jada to go find Brady and read him his rights, so Jada says she will do that. Jada exits the living room and runs in to Kristen, who asks if she has any leads. Jada thinks Kristen knows the answer to that because she knows she was eavesdropping the whole time. Kristen says she can’t blame her for being curious. Jada brings up Brady being Rachel’s father and asks if she knows anything but Kristen quickly says she doesn’t and walks away.

John tells Marlena that she is not in any way responsible for what happened. John says that if Brady is responsible for this hit and run, then he will just have to man up and own it. Marlena says she knows, but he hasn’t done that yet. John decides that’s why he will have to confront him. John states that Brady is his son, so he will know if he’s lying or telling the truth.

Tate says to Brady that it’s crazy what happened to Sarah and questions what kind of person would just hit her and keep going, saying they’d have to be some kind of psychopath to do that. Tate adds that he’s just glad they have a suspect. Tate asks if Brady heard what he said. Brady apologizes and says he’s just been distracted, but thinks Tate is trying to change the subject. Tate asks if he wants another apology and talks about how Theresa was the one who was militant against he and Holly while Brady just went along with it and even said he’d consider letting them date when the school year started and it’s about to start. Tate adds that he and Holly spent the whole summer together and nothing bad happened. Tate declares that he’s sorry about lying about lacrosse camp and about Smith Island. Tate asks if Brady remembers being in high school and says he’ll take any other punishment, but asks him not to keep he and Holly apart. Brady then gets a text from Kristen that the police are about to arrest him and tells him to run. Tate tells Brady to put himself in his shoes. Brady asks what he means by that. Tate asks if Brady is okay as he looks like he just saw a ghost. Brady claims he’s alright and asks Tate to have Holly take him home because something came up and there’s something he has to do. Brady instructs Tate to take care of his ankle and rushes off, leaving Tate confused. Tate sits back down as Holly joins him. Tate thanks her for letting he and Brady talk. Tate thought he was getting through to him but then he started acting really weird, like his brain was somewhere else, so he has no idea if he’s in trouble or not. Tate then asks Holly if she’s okay. Holly responds that it’s their fault and declares that Sarah was in the accident because of them.

Xander tells Sarah and Maggie that he’s not going to blame Holly and he’d love to go scorched earth but the only person to blame for the accident is the driver. Sarah agrees and asks Xander why he was gone so long as she started to worry something had gone wrong. Xander responds something actually went right as he ran in to Jada in the town square. Sarah asks if there’s any news. Xander says it’s good news as the police have a prime suspect in the hit and run. Sarah asks who it is but Xander says Jada wouldn’t tell him.

Kristen rejoins EJ in the living room and asks what Jada wanted. EJ says she just wanted to see if he would give her the go ahead to arrest the suspect in Sarah’s hit and run case. Kristen asks if he did. EJ responds that he did and it just so happens that the suspect is Brady, so something tells him that Kristen knew exactly what was going on.

John calls Brady and leaves a message, asking him to call him as there’s something he wants to talk to him about.

Jada goes to the police station and calls for two officers to execute the arrest in Sarah’s hit and run but Brady arrives and tells Jada that there’s no need for that as he’s here.

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At the Horton Cabin on Smith Island, Holly questions Tate as to what she just walked in on. Tate insists it was nothing while Holly points out that Tate and Sophia were both half naked. Tate explains that he had just woken up and that Sophia just showed up at the door and came on to him, assuring her that it was weird and lame. Holly argues that she feels if she didn’t show up when she did, they wouldn’t have been half naked for long. Tate assures her that he totally shut Sophia down and that he only wants to be with Holly. Tate asks if she believes him.

Brady questions why Jada needs to see his car. Jada says it’s to determine whether he was the driver who hit Sarah.

Chad looks at a photo of he and Abigail in the bedroom until Kristen comes in and greets him, saying she heard about everything going on. Chad guesses news travels fast. Kristen asks where the woman who claims to be Abigail is.

“Abigail” goes to the park and pulls out her phone. She sends a text that she doesn’t see them and asks where the hell they are. Dr. Mark Green then appears and tells her to relax as he’s right there as they then embrace.

Holly questions Tate wanting her to believe that Sophia showed up uninvited and took a ferry all the way there and that he just shut her down. Tate confirms that and wishes he turned her down sooner, but he was shocked and promised he was totally turned off but she wouldn’t accept that. Holly assures that she believes him and that she could tell by the look on Sophia’s face that he shut her down and she also trusts him. Tate thanks her and says he’s relieved because it must have been weird to walk in on that. Holly says it was no fun and suggests he could reassure her that she’s the only girl he wants. Tate responds that he would love to as they kiss. Holly says she’s really glad to see him. Tate asks about Sarah. Holly says she’s doing okay but she feels really horrible, asking what kind of person hits someone with a car and drives away like that. Tate says it would have to be a horrible person with no conscience. Holly hopes the police catch that horrible person soon.

Fiona watches over Victoria in her room at the Salem Inn. Fiona tells Victoria to play by herself while she takes a little break. Fiona approaches her bottle of vodka but Xander knocks on the door so Fiona hides the bottle under the bed and answers the door. Fiona asks how Sarah is. Xander says she’s holding up and Maggie is with her now, so he just wanted to check on Victoria. Fiona says he didn’t have to since she told him she’d watch her. Xander says he just needed to see his daughter. Fiona says she’s been an angel and asks how Xander is holding up. Xander responds that he’ll be better when the police arrest the driver who nearly killed his wife.

Brady questions why Jada would think his car was involved in the accident. Jada says they have evidence that it was a late era gray sedan and a partial license plate. Brady tries to argue but Jada says they need to see it now. Brady thinks back to his car disappearing from the parking garage. Brady then tells Jada that he wishes he could show her his car but it’s not here as it was stolen.

Chad tells Kristen that the woman doesn’t claim to be Abigail, she is Abigail, and that he and Jack found her. Kristen asks where she is. Chad says she went for a walk to think because this is all a lot for her. Kristen understands she can’t remember anything about her life. Chad says not until today when she remembered Clyde coming in to the room and stabbing her. Kristen asks if Chad is sure that’s a real memory

Mark asks how “Abigail” is. She responds that she’s stressed out as she just left Chad and told him that she had a memory because she had to give him something. She complains about the DiMera Mansion feeling like everyone is staring at her at all times including the portrait of Stefano. She adds that at least Jack and Jennifer went back to Boston so it’s at least two less eyes on her, but there’s so many DiMeras in the house and she knows that they are just expecting her to morph in to the Abigail of old. She talks about how Chad is doing his best, so she had to throw him a bone by telling him that she remembered the night of Abigail’s murder.

Tate and Holly still can’t believe what happened to Sarah. Holly informs Tate that Aaron’s brother Mark came to see Sarah while she was there and mentioned the camp’s Instagram page putting up a photo of Aaron but labeling it as Tate Black. Tate questions if that means Mark knows that Aaron is pretending to be him. Holly doesn’t think so and says it freaked her out but she doesn’t think that Mark is suspicious. Holly adds that Mark was super concerned about Sarah because she’s not just his colleague but his friend too. Tate brings up that Mark pretty much raised his siblings Aaron and Felicity since their parents died. Holly can’t imagine what it must be like to parent siblings and be a doctor, calling Mark a great guy.

Mark tells “Abigail” that she did the right thing. She worries that now she’s going to have to continue to remember parts of her life if they are going to have everyone believe that she is Abigail DiMera. Mark feels they have a lot of the heavy lifting out of the way. She then thanks Mark for fixing the DNA test.

Chad assures Kristen that it was a real memory since “Abigail” described it to him. Kristen argues that it’s public knowledge and only Clyde could dispute what happened and he’s in prison. Chad tells Kristen to just say what she’s insinuating. Kristen says she doesn’t have an agenda and she’s just looking out for her brother. Chad complains that she’s not helping and tells her to go back to work. Kristen argues about “Abigail” having a different face and amnesia but everyone’s so thrilled to have Abigail back that they buy it. Kristen questions how he knows she’s not a fraud.

Fiona tells Xander that they will all feel better when the driver is caught and asks if the police have any leads since he said the investigation had stalled. Xander reveals there has actually been a breakthrough as he just got an update from Jada that the police have a partial license plate, so with any luck, they will soon find the person that did this.

Jada questions Brady saying his car was stolen and when this happened. Brady says it was a few days ago. Jada asks if it was before, on, or after the 14th, the night of Sarah’s accident. Brady claims it was before as it was that morning because he had a big meeting at Basic Black and he missed it because he was late. Jada asks where his car disappeared from. Brady says it was in the parking garage downstairs. Jada says only one car they are checking was reported stolen and it wasn’t his. Brady then admits he did not report it. Jada doesn’t understand Brady not reporting his car was stolen and just going about his day. Brady knows it’s not the wisest thing to do but he’s been slammed at work and had to cover for Xander at Titan, so he’s had some long nights. Jada calls grand theft auto a serious crime and questions not reporting it. Brady knows it was silly and apologizes. Jada thinks it’s very possible that the person who stole his car is the same person that hit Sarah.

Fiona asks Xander if the police might be resolving the case. Xander says it would be such a relief and notes that while it wouldn’t do anything for Sarah’s condition, he wants the bastard caught so badly. Xander talks about how he can’t stop picturing the driver hitting Sarah and then just moving on, not caring if she was dead or alive. Fiona asks about Sarah’s condition being reversible. Xander states that it might not be. Xander points out that Sarah is a doctor, so she knows there’s a good chance she will never walk again. Fiona asks if that will make a difference to him as she wonders if it might change the way he feels about Sarah or the life they planned together. Xander says of course not and asks why she would even ask that. Xander declares that he’s the luckiest man in the world to even have Sarah in his life and he loves her more than anything, so nothing will change that. Xander adds that if anything changed, it’s that he’s not sure she’s lucky to have him since he hasn’t been the most reliable person while now they have a daughter to raise with Sarah adapting to a new way of life. Xander worries about not being the man Sarah needs him to be. Fiona knows it will be a heavy burden but encourages that he’s strong enough. Fiona adds that she’s here now to help him with anything he needs. Fiona declares after what she’s done, she really needs to help him. Xander questions what she’s talking about.

Jada tells Brady that it’s not too late to report it as he just needs to go to the police station and speak to a detective. Brady says he will but Jada urges him to do it now as part of the investigation in to Sarah’s hit and run. Brady agrees to do it and apologizes for not doing it sooner. Jada says she won’t take up more of his time as she exits.

Tate repeats to Holly that she’s the only one he wants. Holly suggests they go swimming so they go to get changed.

Chad tells Kristen that there’s no fraud as there was a DNA test with a match, so it’s Abigail. Kristen apologizes and says she’s just trying to protect him because he’s been through so much and she would hate for him to get hurt again. Chad thanks her. Kristen says she will see them later and exits the room. Chad looks back at the framed photo of he and Abigail.

“Abigail” tells Mark that it worked like a charm since as soon as the DNA results were in, Chad had no doubt that she was his dead wife. She adds that she was just grateful that Mark was in right place at the right time. Mark calls it easy if you know what you’re doing. Mark declares that the only way someone will find out she’s not Abigail DiMera is if they give her another DNA test. She remarks that they make a good team. Mark declares that they now need to talk about the next steps to their plan.

Fiona tells Xander it’s not what she’s done but what she hasn’t done in all those years not being there for him. Fiona blames that for being how Xander feels because he didn’t have her support for all those years, but he does now. Xander says he’s grateful for that. Fiona promises to make up for all those missed years as they hug.

Jada takes photos of the parking garage. Marlena arrives and asks what’s going on. Jada informs her that Brady told her that his car was stolen which shocks her. Jada questions Brady not mentioning that to her. Marlena says no and asks when that happened. Jada says she’s trying to figure that out and asks when Marlena last saw it. Marlena remembers seeing it the other night as Brady had parked in her parking spot. Jada asks when that was. Marlena says it would’ve been the night of the 14th..

Brady paces inside until Kristen shows up at the door, saying she needs to talk to him. Brady brings her in and says he doesn’t have the patience or the time. Kristen says it’s about his car as she supposes he’s wondering where it is. Brady asks how she knew it was missing. Kristen then reveals that she’s the one who took it.

Holly helps Tate back in to the cabin after he fell on the beach when they went swimming. Tate tries to say he’s fine but Holly wants to take him to the hospital. Tate argues that he’s not supposed to be in Salem and worries about someone seeing him but Holly assures that they will be stealthy, so they exit the cabin together.

“Abigail” doesn’t feel comfortable talking about this where everyone can see but agrees they need to talk about what’s next. Chad then approaches and says he was worried about her being out alone but sees that she’s not. She claims that she was asking Mark for directions because she got lost. Mark says he’s so glad her friend found her. Chad thanks him for his help as he walks away. Chad asks how she’s doing. She says she’s better now and just needed to clear her head. Chad guesses that memory must have been upsetting. She says she’s happy that she’s starting to remember. Chad thinks she will remember more. Chad suggests if they talk more about what she did remember, it might help spark something.

Xander tells Fiona that he should get back to the hospital. Xander tells Victoria that he will see her later and thanks Fiona again for watching her. Xander says he’s glad Fiona is here because she really is helping. Fiona says she’s so grateful to Xander and Sarah for welcoming her in to their lives. Xander then exits the room. Fiona then retrieves her bottle of vodka from under the bed.

Jada asks Marlena about Brady parking in her spot on the night of the 14th which she confirms. Jada asks if she or John saw Brady that night. Marlena says no and guesses he had gone to bed before they came in. Marlena adds that she asked Brady about it the next morning and he just said somebody else had parked in his space. Marlena asks why she has all these questions since it clearly happened before Brady’s car was stolen. Jada says she’s just putting together a timeline for the investigation and thanks her for her help as she exits.

Brady questions Kristen taking his car. Kristen guesses he’s too dense to figure it out but she found out that the car in Sarah’s hit and run was gray and she remembered Brady was a mess that morning when she came in, so she went to the garage and saw the damage on the front end which made her realize he must have been the one who hit Sarah, so she got rid of the evidence. Brady can’t believe it and asks why she would do that. Kristen responds that she did it for their daughter because it would kill her to see him in prison for a drunken hit and run as she assumes he was drinking that night. Brady admits he doesn’t remember the accident as he woke up in the car. Kristen says it doesn’t matter because the car is gone. Brady asks if she’s sure because Jada was just there asking questions and said they have a partial plate. Kristen asks what he told her. Brady admits he didn’t know what to tell her so he told her the car was stolen. Kristen points out that as far as he knew, it was. Brady remarks that now he knows who stole it. Kristen calls that insignificant, pointing out that without the car, Jada has nothing. Kristen advises Brady to stay calm and do what he normally does. Brady questions what someone normally does after running down a member of their own family. Kristen suggests he go to the hospital and offer his kindness while acting like nothing is wrong. Brady complains that he can’t act like nothing wrong because Sarah’s paralyzed and it’s his fault. Kristen points out that Sarah’s alive and where there’s life, there’s hope which Brady mocks. Kristen says she’s just trying to get him to drop his guilt and self pity as what’s done is done. Kristen adds that she doesn’t know what Theresa did to have Brady fall off the wagon, but it’s not worth throwing his life away. Kristen tells Brady that their daughter needs him so he needs to get sober and get his life together. Kristen tells Brady that she’s there for him and will help him. Brady thanks her. Kristen repeats that she’s doing this for their daughter.

Holly gets Tate set up in a hospital room and says that Kayla’s in surgery while Sarah is a patient so they won’t have to worry about them seeing him. Mark then walks in and questions if it was a lacrosse accident but the camp is supposed to be in upstate New York. Tate calls it a long story. Mark says he has time. Tate and Holly then explain that Aaron took Tate’s spot in camp so that he and Holly could spend the summer together, adding that Brady doesn’t know Tate is back in town yet. They argue that Aaron is getting a free camp out of it and loves it there so it’s basically a win-win for everyone. Tate know it’s a lot but asks Mark not to tell anyone that he was here. Mark questions him wanting him to lie.

“Abigail” questions Chad wanting to know what color robe she was wearing when she got stabbed. Chad thinks it could help spark some more memories. She questions where this is coming from and if he doesn’t believe the memory she had was real. Chad says he believes it was real but admits that Kristen put this idea in his head that a lot of people could’ve known what happened that night since it was all over the news. She then questions him not thinking she’s really Abigail and that she’s been lying to him. Chad says it’s not that. She then complains that he came looking for her and that she trusted him enough to come back with him and take a DNA test. Chad apologizes. She claims she’s doing the best she can to be the wife he remembers but if that’s not good enough for him, they can call off the whole thing and she can head back to Poplar Bluff now.

Mark tells Tate that it’s just a bad sprain so he’ll get him some crutches and he’ll be healed in a couple days. Tate thanks him but points out that he never answered if he’s going to tell anyone that he skipped lacrosse camp and came back to Salem. Mark responds that he came here for medical help so as his doctor, he’s not allowed to discuss anything without his consent, including where he got treated. Mark remarks that he won’t have to worry because he’s more than capable of keeping a secret…

Chad doesn’t want “Abigail” to go back to Poplar Bluff and insists that he believes she is Abigail, but he thinks the stress of the last few days is starting to get to him, so he listened to Kristen. Chad repeats that he really doesn’t want her to leave and says it doesn’t matter what she looks like or what she remembers as he’s really happy she’s here with him. Chad asks her to just come home with him which she agrees to do so they leave the park together.

Marlena calls John from the parking garage and leaves a message, saying she hoped to talk to him about something but it will have to wait until she sees him. After hanging up, Marlena sees Kristen leaving, who says she just came to see Brady and heard his car was stolen. Marlena says she just found out as well. Kristen remarks that she guesses Salem isn’t as safe as it used to be and that she hopes they catch who did it. Kristen tells Marlena that she will see her later and walks on.

Fiona sits staring at her bottle of vodka and declares she’s done with that now as she then drops the bottle into the trash can and declares that she’s going to be the mother that Xander needs her to be.

Xander runs in to Jada in the town square. Jada says she was just on her way to find him. Xander mentions heading to the hospital as he was just checking on Victoria with Fiona. Xander asks if there is news. Jada reveals they have a suspect in Sarah’s hit and run.

Holly tells Tate that they are so lucky that Mark agreed to keep his secret. Tate agrees, especially since they both have family who work there. Holly suggests they not press their luck and get Tate back to the cabin before anyone sees them, but they then run in to Brady at the hospital.

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Tate is at the Horton Cabin on Smith Island when Sophia shows up at the door, surprising him as she asks if he was expecting someone else.

Holly visits Sarah in the hospital, bringing her donuts from the bakery. Holly asks how she’s doing. Sarah responds that she’s alright, all things considered, and she’s actually worried about Xander because he’s not handling the whole situation very well. Holly is sure he’s just hurting for her. Sarah talks about Xander’s anger and frustration that he can’t do anything about it, so she’s worried that he might take it out on the wrong person.

Jada is on the phone in the police commissioner’s office when Xander storms in to confront her, questioning why she’s sitting behind her desk instead of being out there trying to find who was behind the hit and run on Sarah. Jada hangs up and tells Xander that she understands he’s upset about what happened but that doesn’t give him the right to barge in to her office. Xander tells her to spare him the lecture and asks her to explain why she hasn’t arrested the son of a bitch who mowed down his wife.

Brady paces at home, urging himself to think. Brady thinks back to going to the garage with Fiona, only to find his car was gone. Brady then wonders what the hell happened to his car. Brady gets a call from Maggie and asks if there’s any news on Sarah’s condition. Maggie responds that it isn’t good news as she informs Brady that Sarah is paralyzed.

“Abigail” is frustrated in her bedroom at the DiMera Mansion as she grabs her phone and makes a call, declaring that she doesn’t think she can do this anymore. She says they don’t need to remind her what’s at stake as she’s well aware but complains that it’s a lot harder than she thought it was going to be. Abigail talks about living in the house with Chad and his brothers that she apparently slept with and they are all waiting for her to remember her old life. Abigail talks about the way Chad looks at her and says he’s been patient and understanding but wonders how long that will last. Chad then knocks on her door and asks if she’s awake.

Brady tells Maggie that he’s so sorry and asks if Sarah’s paralysis is permanent. Maggie responds that they don’t know yet and are hopeful that she could regain the use of her legs but there is no guarantee. Brady asks what he can do. Maggie tells him to just pray for Sarah’s recovery and that the police find whoever did this and brings them to justice.

Xander questions if Jada has even lifted a finger or if she’s just enjoying Rafe’s job. Jada warns him to watch his tone. Xander wants results and a name. Jada assures that the police are doing everything they can to find the driver. Xander complains that if any of them could do their job, then the monster who paralyzed his wife would already be rotting in jail.

Fiona sits in her room at the Salem Inn and thinks back to Xander informing her of Sarah having no feeling from the waist down. Fiona worries about what she’s done to Sarah as she continues drinking.

Sarah tells Holly about Xander feeling the cops haven’t done enough to find who hit her. Sarah is sure Jada is doing the best she can but she knows Xander won’t stop until they arrest someone, so she hopes he doesn’t get himself locked up in the process. Holly guesses Xander does this kind of thing often. Sarah admits he’s very protective of her which is great most of the time. Holly relates that she would totally freak if someone hurt the person she loves. Sarah asks who that might be.

Tate questions what Sophia is doing at the cabin. Sophia talks about how busy Holly has been with working at the Bistro and her aunt in the hospital, so she thought he might be lonely all by himself and asks what he feels like doing.

Jada questions Xander saying that Sarah is paralyzed. Xander confirms she has no feeling from the waist down. Jada apologizes as she didn’t know. Xander complains that he’s not interested in her apology and tells her to just do her job. Jada promises that it’s her number one priority. Xander argues that it’s been days and they are no closer to knowing who did this. Jada says that’s not true. Xander remarks that he hasn’t seen an arrest. Jada says he didn’t give her a chance to give him the latest news. Xander questions her finding something and asks who it is. Jada informs him that they have a lead on the car that hit Sarah.

Brady goes to Fiona’s room. She asks if he found out what happened with his car. Brady says no as he has more pressing things as he talked to Maggie. Brady questions why Fiona didn’t tell him that Sarah was paralyzed. Fiona says she told him that she had numbness but admits she may have downplayed it. Fiona adds that it’s because she thought it wasn’t permanent and also that she’s really upset about it since Sarah is the mother of her grandchild. Brady understands but says he’s dying here. Fiona tells Brady to calm down. Brady argues that it’s easy for her to say when she’s not the one who might be responsible for Sarah’s paralysis.

Sarah asks Holly if there is someone special and if it’s who she thinks it is. Dr. Mark Green enters, interrupting them, and says he came to check on his favorite colleague. Sarah thanks him and introduces Mark to Holly. Holly says it’s good to see him again, so Sarah questions them knowing each other. Mark explains that Holly went to the prom with his little brother, Aaron, only to leave him halfway through the night which surprises Sarah as Holly says she’s sorry about that. Sarah questions why. Mark asks if Holly wants to tell her or if he should. Holly tells Mark to go for it, so Mark explains to Sarah that apparently, her prom date with his brother was all a ruse because Holly only has eyes for Tate Black.

Tate questions why Sophia would think he’d want to hang out with her. Sophia argues that they are friends but Tate argues that a friend wouldn’t go out of her way to gaslight Holly, by trying to make her feel bad that they haven’t had sex yet. Sophia says she was just surprised considering the amount of time they’ve spent together alone and that it must be frustrating for Tate. Tate says he’s fine. Sophia argues that she’s talked to a lot of guys who said teasing like that can get uncomfortable. Tate states that Holly isn’t teasing him and that those guys are just trying to get in Sophia’s pants. Sophia questions Tate not being like other teenage boys and thinking about sex all the time. Tate says he’s not, but Sophia points out his underwear which Tate argues is not happening because of her and asks her to stop. Sophia tells Tate that she can’t just leave him alone with all of that pent up sexual energy.

Abigail says she has to go and hangs up before Chad enters the room and brings her coffee. Chad asks how she slept. Abigail says pretty well. Chad admits he was a little worried about her being alone in the room where she was murdered. Abigail tells Chad that it’s okay as she survived. She asks if it’s hard for him to be in the room. Chad admits that it is. Abigail talks about thinking of Clyde coming in with the knife then stops. Chad asks if she’s okay as Abigail suddenly says she thinks she’s remembering. Chad questions what she remembers from that night. Abigail recalls being on the bed with Clyde coming in and saying he knew what she had been up to. Chad guesses he was talking about the investigation in to the drug ring and asks her what happened next. Abigail tells Chad that Clyde started walking towards her and then took out the knife. Abigail starts to panic so Chad stops her and says it’s too painful so they are done. Abigail tells Chad that the memory was right there but it’s gone. Chad hugs her and calls it a huge breakthrough as it’s the first thing she remembered which means the Abigail he knew is still in there. Chad calls it huge that her memories are coming back.

Sophia asks Tate if she’s making him uncomfortable. Tate says she is because he doesn’t want this as he loves Holly. Sophia asks who said anything about love. Tate asks her to just relax, so Sophia removes her robe and moves closer to Tate.

Sarah questions Holly pretending to go to prom with Aaron to spend time with Tate. Holly says that it’s not like she dumped Aaron since he was in on it and then Tate’s parents busted them anyway. Mark calls that the reason why Tate and Aaron are off at lacrosse camp together because Brady and Theresa thought Holly and Tate could use some distance. Sarah bets Nicole’s not complaining either. Mark brings up seeing the camp’s Instagram posting photos from the camp and says he saw a picture of Aaron but weirdly, his photo was captioned as Tate Black.

Xander questions if Jada found the car that hit Sarah. Jada says not yet but they found footage of a partial license plate, so they are working on tracking it down. Xander offers to get the Titan security team on it as well but Jada says she’s not going to do that, reminding him that it’s a police investigation so she’s not about to have him interfere with that. Xander argues that this is his wife. Jada understands but says he needs to let them do their job because the last thing she needs is for him to go around scaring possible suspects. Jada adds that it will take some time and that’s all she’s going to say. Jada tells Xander to go be with Sarah at the hospital. Xander tells her to call as soon as she knows anything. Jada confirms that she will call him as soon as they make an arrest. Xander declares that whoever did this to Sarah better pray that Jada finds them before he does. Xander then exits the office.

Fiona tells Brady that they are not even sure that he hit Sarah. Brady feels it’s looking pretty obvious. Fiona says for all they know, the hit and run driver could’ve taken his car. Brady asks why they would do that. Fiona argues that Brady doesn’t remember anything that happened that night so there’s no use thinking about what he may or may not have done since that’s not going to help Sarah. Fiona pulls out her alcohol and pours Brady a drink, saying it’s to calm his nerves which he accepts. Brady complains that Sarah and Xander just got married and have their whole lives ahead of them. Maggie then arrives with Victoria and knocks on the door, asking if Fiona is inside. Brady tells Fiona that Maggie can’t see him there, so Fiona sends him to the bathroom to hide with the vodka. Fiona then answers the door and claims she was just resting. Maggie hopes she is well rested because she’s on Grandma duty if that’s okay with her because she needs her to watch Victoria while she heads back to the hospital to visit Sarah. Fiona asks if there’s any change. Maggie says there’s no news to report and that Sarah is trying to be brave, but she can only imagine how terrified she must be, thinking of her future with possibly not being able to walk.

Sarah asks Mark if he sees anything in her test results that she and Kayla missed. Mark says he doesn’t but he is optimistic that if anyone can come back from this, it’s Sarah. Holly decides to get going and hugs Sarah. Mark tells Holly it was good to see her and if she runs in to Aaron before he does, to tell the camp photographer to get in touch with the real Tate Black. Holly says she will as she exits the room.

Tate tells Sophia to put her clothes back on but she continues trying to come on to him. Tate tells her to stop because he doesn’t want this. Sophia asks why not and says she won’t tell if he won’t.

Chad doesn’t want to pressure Abigail but asks if there’s anything else she can remember. Abigail says she doesn’t think so and that the memory just came like a flash and then disappeared. Abigail apologizes if he’s disappointed. Chad assures that he’s not and calls it a huge first step, feeling it’s only a matter of time before she starts remembering all the good times they shared together. Chad tells her they shared a lot of good times together as he hugs her. Chad worries that he’s putting too much pressure on her and says he’s sorry for getting impatient. Chad asks if she wants to spend the day together and suggests a ride to the lake after having breakfast. Abigail says that sounds lovely but she thinks she needs a little time alone to process what just happened. Chad says that’s no problem and blames himself for ramping up the pressure. Abigail tells Chad that it makes her hopeful to see the hope on his face. Abigail suggests taking a walk around town. Chad points out that she wouldn’t really know where she’s going. Abigail assures that she will be fine, so Chad asks where she will go. Abigail thinks she will go to the park and says maybe it will jog some memories as she then exits the room.

Maggie tells Fiona that it’s so strange as she thought it was finally Sarah’s time to be happy and settled, but then out of the blue, this random person takes it all away from her and then leaves her there like a coward. Fiona calls it awful and says Maggie must be anxious to get back to the hospital. Maggie thanks her for watching Victoria and says she appreciates it, repeating that she’s so happy that Sarah tracked her down. Maggie calls it a blessing for Xander to have his mother here. Fiona responds that they are all in this together and sends Sarah her love. Brady listens in as Maggie hopes they find the driver too. Maggie then exits the room. Brady comes out from hiding in the bathroom and says that was excruciating to hear how Maggie is suffering about her daughter because he’s most likely the cause of all the pain to begin with. Brady knows they can’t say for sure. Fiona encourages him to just stay the course. Brady asks if she’s sure she’s up for babysitting. Fiona says it will do her some good to spend time with Victoria. Brady decides he will leave her to it. Fiona assures Brady that it’s going to be okay as he exits the room.

Xander brings flowers to Sarah’s hospital room. Sarah introduces Xander to Mark. Mark talks about taking a personal interest in Sarah’s case since she is a friend and tells Xander to feel free to call with any questions or concerns. Mark then exits the room. Xander tells Sarah that she’s always perfect to him and kisses her. Sarah tells Xander about Holly bringing her donuts which Xander says was nice of her. Sarah mentions that Holly gave Xander props for being protective of her and says she would be the same with the person she loves, which she assumes is Tate. Xander questions Holly still pining after Tate. Sarah suggests that with Nicole gone, maybe they’ll get to spend time together when Tate gets back from camp. Xander questions if Sarah thinks that’s a good idea. Sarah says it seems like they like each other. Xander argues that Tate is Theresa’s son so if he inherited half of her miserable traits and Brady, he’s bad news. Xander worries that Tate will break Holly’s heart.

Sophia tells Tate to stop resisting as she can tell he wants this. Sophia jokes that what happens on Smith Island stays on Smith Island. Sophia adds that what Holly doesn’t know won’t hurt them, right as Holly arrives at the cabin and says she’s so wrong about that. Sophia swears it’s not what it looks like. Holly accuses Sophia of trying to make a play for her boyfriend. Sophia argues that she can’t make a claim on a guy that she hasn’t passed first base with. Holly tells her it’s none of her business. Holly calls Sophia a lying skank and tells her to get the hell out. Sophia tells Tate to try not to think of what she could’ve had and reminds Holly not to be late for work as she storms out. Holly then questions Tate as to what she just walked in on.

Xander tells Sarah that Holly could do a lot better than Tate. Sarah jokes about people saying that about Victoria. Xander talks about not letting Victoria date just anyone, vowing to not let anyone or anything hurt Victoria or Sarah ever again. They kiss until Maggie walks in and says that’s what she likes to see. Sarah asks about Victoria. Maggie says she dropped her off with Fiona and asks if there’s any news. Xander says there was an update on the investigation as Jada said they do have a lead from a partial license plate. Xander declares that with any luck, they will soon be knocking on the door of the bastard who put Sarah in the hospital.

Fiona encourages Victoria that Sarah will be home soon, safe and sound, if she can just keep Brady with his conscience from ruining everything.

Brady pours a drink at home but hides it away when Jada shows up at the door. Jada informs Brady that she’s investigating Sarah’s hit and run, so she needs to see his car.

Chad looks at a photo of he and Abigail, saying it won’t be long as she’s finally coming back to him.

“Abigail” goes to the park and pulls out her phone. Abigail sends a text that she doesn’t see them and asks where the hell they are. Dr. Mark Green then appears and tells her to relax as he’s right there.

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Chad joins Julie in the living room of the Horton house and talks about getting in to see the kids. Julie asks about Chad taking Jack and Jennifer to the airport. Chad confirms they are on their way back to Boston. Julie mentions that Doug told her the meeting between Jennifer and Abigail didn’t go very well which Chad confirms, calling it a complete disaster that went south the second Jennifer saw Abigail’s face and proclaimed that was not her daughter.

Abigail sits in the living room of the DiMera Mansion while on the phone, saying that Jack and Jennifer are heading back to Boston so she has one less problem to deal with and two less people breathing down her neck. EJ then enters the room and calls out to her.

Gabi is at the DiMera Enterprises office, on the phone complaining about a shipment being lost. Gabi argues that she will have no choice but to find another supplier. Stefan walks in as Gabi remarks that she’s sick and tired of being disappointed by people she thought she could trust.

Ava goes to the Brady Pub where Roman brings her coffee and guesses she had a long day. Roman talks about Ava having a demanding new job working for Kristen DiMera and imagines that Kristen is putting her through the paces, but Ava reveals that she got fired.

Melinda is unconscious on the couch as Connie returns home to her apartment. Connie jokes about Melinda not giving her cardboard cutout of Li any trouble. Connie then declares that Melinda is never going to give anyone any trouble ever again.

Julie questions Jennifer’s reaction to seeing Abigail. Chad calls it surprising since Jennifer knew about the DNA test results and never indicated she was skeptical. Chad adds that he doesn’t blame Jennifer since seeing Abigail with a new face and no memory of them at all is confusing and jarring. Chad says it’s just going to take time for all of them to process this woman being Abigail, but it’s undeniable now since the DNA test proved it’s her. Chad talks about how it will take Jennifer some time to get used to this new version of Abigail, so they thought it was best for her and Jack to go back to Boston. Julie understands that it will take time and put pressure on Abigail. Julie hopes that Abigail will be able to access her wonderful memories of the people who love her. Julie notes that they talked about Jennifer and Abigail, but haven’t said a word about Chad. Julie asks how it’s affecting Chad’s life and how he is doing.

EJ introduces Abigail as her brother in law. EJ talks about hearing of her return with no memory. Abigail mentions meeting Stefan this morning and how it was awkward. EJ says he’s sure it was for many reasons which she questions. EJ states that Chad may be good at hiding it but brings up that Abigail and Stefan slept together.

Gabi calls security to report an intruder in her office but then says it won’t be necessary because he’s no threat and she can handle him. Gabi asks Stefan what the hell he’s doing here. Stefan says he came to see her because they have to talk.

Connie brought large trash bags, rope, a hacksaw, and bleach. Connie remarks that the hardware store had everything she needs to get rid of a body and dispose incriminating evidence. Connie decides that she better get busy. Melinda then moves, startling Connie who exclaims that she’s still alive.

Julie tells Chad that she shares his concern for Jennifer, Abigail, and the whole family but her main concern is him because he lost his wife in such a violent way and all this time later, she appears but doesn’t look the same and has no memory. Julie asks Chad how he’s going to tell Thomas and Charlotte that their mother has returned by they won’t recognize her and she may never get her memory back. Chad admits putting it like that makes him want to crawl in a hole. Julie encourages Chad but asks how he’s keeping it together. Chad feels he has no choice but to be strong for his kids and for Abigail because if he’s uncertain or falling apart, it will just make things more difficult. Julie applauds his strength and admires his unselfishness, adding that he can count on her. Julie declares that she will always be there for him, his children, and Abigail as they hug.

Abigail questions EJ about her sleeping with Stefan. EJ asks if no one thought to mention that to her. Abigail questions if she cheated on Chad with his brother. EJ calls it slightly more complicated since Stefan took advantage of a rather unique situation which is no surprise, since he tends to make very bad decisions and he’s an idiot. EJ adds that everything that happened was entirely Stefan’s fault. Abigail guesses they don’t get along. EJ confirms that Stefan and his wife are not his favorite people and that feeling is entirely mutual.

Gabi tells Stefan they have nothing to talk about. Stefan questions that being it like nothing happened. Gabi complains that her entire world imploded because the man she was crazy in love with was actually a lying dirtbag. Gabi mentions visiting her comatose brother to tell him all about how her husband cheated on her while she was behind bars. Stefan admits that what he did was beyond stupid and the biggest mistake of his entire life. Stefan asks how they can work past it if they can’t even talk about it. Gabi questions him actually thinking they can move past it. Gabi tells Stefan that his little fling with Ava will be on her brain forever so it will never be forgotten or forgiven.

Roman questions Ava as to why Kristen would fire her when she just started. Ava explains that it was more about the personalities in the office. Roman thought Ava and Kristen were friends. Ava says she thought so too, but it was more Gabi’s doing as she threatened to pull Gabi Chic from DiMera if Kristen didn’t get rid of her. Roman questions why Gabi did that and if she just doesn’t want to work with her. Ava calls that an understatement. Roman asks if it’s because of Ava’s history with Rafe. Ava says no and that it has to do with her history with Stefan.

Connie acknowledges that Melinda has a pulse and is still breathing, complaining that it makes no sense since she gave her the same dose that she gave Bobby/Everett and he’s dead, so she questions why it didn’t kill Melinda too. Connie guesses she didn’t drink all of her tea. Connie decides it doesn’t matter and that she will have to finish her off. Connie declares that she can’t give her more tea, so it would be easier to just slit her throat as she picks up her hacksaw. Connie’s vision of Li then appears and tells her not to kill Melinda.

Julie tells Chad that she has enormous faith in him and encourages that they will all get through it. Chad respond that what scares him most is what if Abigail gets her memory back but doesn’t feel the same way and doesn’t love him anymore. Julie urges him not to go down that road. Julie insists that Abigail will get her memory back and she will fall in love with Chad all over again.

Abigail goes over with EJ that Stefan and Gabi kicked him out of his company, so he let Gabi go to a prison for a crime she didn’t commit. EJ clarifies that he didn’t know Gabi was innocent since all the evidence suggested he was guilty. Abigail remarks that it sounds like he’s the idiot brother. EJ laughs and supposes he deserved that. EJ adds that Abigail didn’t always have such a low opinion of him. Abigail laughs and asks if she slept with him too but then realizes that’s not a joke.

Ava informs Roman that she slept with Stefan while they were wasted and going through tough times. Ava talks about being under a lot of pressure while Clyde was threatening Tripp and having her and Stefan run drugs through the Bistro while Harris kept finding them together and getting suspicious, so she felt the only choice was to lie to Harris and tell him that she was dating Stefan. Roman guesses they got a little carried away with the deception. Ava says that’s one way to put it. Ava admits she was lonely and missing Harris while Stefan was missing Gabi. Ava guesses the lie they had been telling became a little too close to the truth, but as soon as it was over they both regretted it, realized it was a huge mistake, and vowed to never do it again. Ava says they both decided no one else needed to know and swore to take it to their graves.

Stefan realizes that he and Gabi may not ever totally get past this and that it’s not something she will forget, but he hoped that he could get her to understand that he never stopped loving her or missing her every day they were apart. Stefan calls Gabi the love of his life and says he was in a terrible place when he was unfaithful to her. Stefan declares that Gabi is the only person in the world that he wants to be with and the only person he cares about. Stefan knows he hurt her and wishes he could go back in time to take back that awful mistake but he can’t. Stefan wants to make it up to Gabi and pleads with her to come home with him so they can start to work this out. Gabi then tells Stefan that she will come home which makes him smile.

Roman asks Ava how Gabi felt out. Ava informs him that her assistant Connie told her. Roman then asks how Connie heard about it. Ava explains that she was eavesdropping on her and Kristen which was a definite blunder on her part. Ava says she didn’t expect Connie to hear her and rat her out. Ava complains that Connie is a total fraud as Melinda found out she lied on her entire resume. Roman guesses timing is everything. Ava declares that maybe the last laugh will be on Connie because Melinda just went to her apartment to fire her ass.

Connie’s vision of Li argues that she doesn’t want to kill Melinda and that she wants to make amends for what’s already happened. He asks if she really wants another death on her conscience. Connie argues that what happened to Bobby was not her fault. He encourages that Rafe could still recover and go on to lead a happy life, so Melinda can too. Connie worries that Melinda would expose her and make her sound like a low life criminal, asking what she’s supposed to do then. Her vision of Li tells her that she will have to face the consequences because sooner or later, she’s going to have to own up to what she did. He points out that Melinda hasn’t done anything to her yet, urging her to do the right thing and that Melinda doesn’t deserve this. Connie questions why he cares so much then asks if he’s in love with Melinda.

EJ tells Abigail not to be alarmed as what happened between them was many moons ago and she wasn’t married to Chad then. Abigail worries that she was a homewrecker. EJ says he wouldn’t put it that way. EJ assures that it was entirely on him. Abigail complains that she slept with two of Chad’s brothers and asks if there are any other brothers. Chad then walks in and sees that Abigail has met EJ. Abigail responds that he’s been quite helpful in her finding out some things which Chad questions. Abigail informs him that she learned she slept with Stefan and EJ. EJ apologizes to Chad and says it just came up.

Stefan breathes a sigh of relief after Gabi agrees to come home with him. Stefan assures that he’s not making any assumptions and is just grateful that she’s willing to talk this out. Stefan adds that maybe further down the road, she can find it in her heart to forgive him. Stefan talks about Gabi being grateful when people forgave her in the past because they are all just a work in progress, trying to be their best and learn from mistakes. Gabi then asks if he’s done pontificating, arguing that he was just spouting cliches and boring the hell out of her. Gabi declares she had no intention of putting this behind her. Stefan thought she said she was coming home with him. Gabi asks if he doesn’t know her at all. Gabi then informs him that she will come home, to pack her things as she then exits the office, leaving Stefan distraught.

Chad questions what EJ said to Abigail. Abigail calls it nothing important but apparently she’s the family slut. Abigail then heads upstairs. Chad asks EJ what he told her and shoves him, asking if he’s stupid. EJ says he’s truly sorry but asks how he was supposed to know that Chad didn’t fill her in on her past life. Chad argues that they thought she was dead for two years and that EJ decided to tell her about her sexual history the first chance he gets. EJ admits maybe the timing wasn’t perfect but says it was bound to come out eventually. Chad then turns and walks out of the room.

Roman asks Ava if this incident with Stefan was why she and Harris broke up, then decides it’s none of his business. Ava assures him that it’s fine and admits it’s kind of good to talk about it. Ava informs Roman that Harris was willing to give her the benefit of the doubt, but there were so many terrible things she did while they were together, that this was just a drop in the bucket. Ava tells Roman to go ahead and says he knew it. Roman says he won’t say that and appreciates her being this open with him about this. Ava says that’s because she trusts him as he’s obviously a stand up guy with a very good heart. Ava adds that maybe it would be more of his sister Kayla’s reaction to say I knew it, since basically everything she told him confirms everything that Kayla already thought about her.

Connie questions her vision of Li never getting over Melinda but he says that’s not true and that he cares about Connie, encouraging that she can be capable of kindness and compassion. Connie questions what to do with Melinda if she doesn’t kill her, arguing that she knows too much since she practically told her all of her plans before she passed out, so she will tell the cops and Gabi. Her vision of Li declares that he has an idea.

EJ has a drink in the living room as Gabi storms in with Stefan following her. Stefan tries to talk to her but Gabi yells at him. EJ excitedly assumes there’s trouble in paradise. Gabi informs EJ that Stefan slept with Ava while she was in prison. EJ laughs as Stefan repeats it meant nothing. Gabi shoves Stefan and calls him a jackass, saying it meant something to her. Stefan asks Gabi if they can sit down and talk this through but Gabi refuses. Gabi announces she’s not spending another minute more than she has to in the DiMera Mansion and that she’s packing her stuff and leaving.

Chad goes to see Abigail in their old bedroom and asks if she’s okay. Abigail says it’s just a lot to process to hear terrible things about yourself. Chad tells her that most of the stuff about her isn’t terrible, but pretty wonderful. Abigail brings up sleeping with two of his brothers. Chad calls it water under the bridge. Chad tells Abigail that she doesn’t have to stay in this room since the guest room is made up but she tells him that she decided she wants to stay in this room. Chad says that’s okay if that’s what she wants. Abigail suggests perhaps it could help bring back memories of them and she could start being the Abigail that he remembers.

Roman tells Ava that he can’t speak for Kayla and supposes she has her own reasons for feeling how she does about her, but he’s more about forgiveness as they all make mistakes. Roman says he’s made more than his share. Ava appreciates that more than he knows, but she’s afraid Gabi doesn’t feel the same way.

EJ mocks being so sorry to Gabi that her husband cheated on her and says it couldn’t have happened to a nicer person. Stefan tells EJ to shut the hell up. EJ tells Gabi to make sure she gathers all of her things because as soon as she leaves, he will be making sure that Harold changes the locks. Stefan yells at EJ to get lost. EJ says he’s just making sure they have home safety measures because they don’t want gold diggers and ex-cons coming in. Stefan yells at EJ to get the hell out but EJ declares that he is staying right here. EJ happily remarks that it’s Gabi who is getting the hell out of here. Gabi then responds that on second thought, she’s not going anywhere and is staying right here.

Melinda wakes up tied to a bed. Connie tells Melinda not to worry because she and Li are going to take good care of her.

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Brady sits at home with his tablet, reading the Spectator article on Sarah being injured in a hit and run. Brady flashes back to asking Fiona what happened the night before and how he got home.

Fiona watches over Victoria at Xander and Sarah’s apartment. Fiona says she knows that Victoria misses her mom and declares that she’s so sorry for what she did to her.

Kayla finds Maggie at the hospital and questions her still being there ever since Sarah was brought in. Maggie tells her that she couldn’t leave her. Kayla encourages her to take care of herself. Maggie says she will, but for right now, Sarah is putting on a brave front but she knows she’s terrified. Maggie mentions that Dr. Green came by to test her reflexes and she still has no feeling below the waist. Kayla hopes they will see some results. Maggie asks if her MRI showed any injury. Kayla says she’s going to check with radiology and assures they are doing everything they can for Sarah as they will fight hard for her.

Xander sits at Sarah’s side in her hospital room. Xander worries about not getting her test results while Sarah encourages that no news is good news. Sarah comments on not feeling anything. Xander asks if there’s anything he can get or do for her. Sarah asks Xander to please go home.

In the town square, Alex and Chanel continue to argue. Alex asks why she’s being so petty while Chanel asks why he’s being such a dumbass. Johnny and Abe interrupt to ask what is going on. Chanel says it’s nothing but Johnny says it didn’t seem like it as they could hear them going at it from across the town square. Johnny remarks that the tension between them is off the charts. Abe adds that’s exactly what he was thinking. Johnny asks Chanel if Alex is bothering her. Chanel says no and that there’s no need to resurrect the DiMera-Kiriakis feud over a little disagreement. Johnny remarks that it didn’t sound very little to him. Alex says they were just rehashing something that he thought was ancient history. Chanel declares they are now done. Alex then gets up and walks away. Johnny asks Chanel what that was all about. Chanel insists that it was nothing. Abe says he has something to take care of and tells Johnny that he will see him back at the office after he runs their idea past Chanel. Johnny thanks Abe as he walks away. Chanel asks Johnny what idea but Johnny wants to talk about whatever just happened. Chanel wants to leave it. Johnny asks if Alex is harassing her. Chanel then admits that it was about Allie. Johnny thought it might be. Chanel assures that she’s not upset about the way things turned out as she knows that she’s with the person she is supposed to be with. Chanel declares that after the way Alex betrayed her, there is no way they could ever be friends. Johnny thinks Alex got that message loud and clear. Chanel then asks what Johnny wanted to talk to her about. Johnny explains that he and Abe were talking about casting a new character named Faith for Body and Soul. Chanel asks what it has to do with her. Johnny reveals that he thought Chanel might be perfect for the part.

Abe catches up to Alex outside the Pub and says this may sound out of left field, but asks if he’s ever thought about being an actor.

Xander questions Sarah wanting him to leave. Sarah clarifies that she just hoped he would go check on Victoria. Xander agrees to go to put her mind on ease but says he hates to leave her. Sarah assures that she’ll be fine and she’ll be here waiting for him to get back. Xander kisses Sarah and then exits.

Fiona watches over Victoria and says that what happened to Sarah was an accident, but Xander is determined to find out who caused it and worries that he will never forgive her if he finds out. Fiona thinks back to moving Brady in to the driver’s seat and prays that no one ever finds out it was Brady’s car that hit Sarah. Fiona then declares that if they do, they at least won’t know she was driving it.

Brady gets a call from Kristen and thanks her for getting back to him. Brady argues that Rachel wanted to spend time with him today and questions why she would deprive her of that. Kristen brings up Sarah’s accident and the fact that it was done by a gray car. Brady claims he was working all night and tells Kristen to keep her crazy theories to herself as he angrily hangs up.

Paulina goes to see Jada in the police commissioner’s office. Jada tells her that she’s going through the last of the security footage from the town square, trying to find any video of what happened to Sarah. Paulina questions if that shouldn’t be someone else’s job. Jada reminds her that since Shawn and Harris both resigned, they are extremely understaffed and now with Rafe in the hospital. Paulina informs her that she came to tell her that she’s working on getting her some help. Jada says that would be great and thanks her. Paulina promises it won’t be long and asks if there’s any updates on the case. Jada reveals there actually are.

Alex tells Abe that he’s never thought about being an actor as he grew up playing sports and questions why he asks. Abe explains that they are casting a new role for Body and Soul and he thinks Alex is exactly the type. Alex jokes that he may be handsome but he’s no actor. Abe points out that neither are some of the people they’ve already hired. Alex is not sure he’s interested but admits he does have the time since he just had his marriage annulled and is no longer CEO of Titan, so he will be looking to fill his plate. Abe then reveals to Alex that if he is cast, he will be playing opposite Chanel.

Chanel asks Johnny if this is a joke and questions him wanting her to act in Body and Soul. Johnny asks why not and praises her, pointing out that Chanel said the Bakery is practically running itself and they’d get to spend more time together. Johnny asks if Chanel will audition.

Maggie visits Sarah in her hospital room. Maggie says she could’ve gone to check on Victoria instead of Xander. Sarah explains that she thought it would be good for Xander to get out as she doesn’t want him to get in the habit of being at the hospital 24/7. Sarah talks about having to adjust to what their new life looks like when she recovers. Maggie encourages that she has a lot of people who love her. Sarah responds that she’s very grateful for her. Sarah adds that she was nervous about Fiona coming to town, but calls it a blessing having her here.

Fiona suggests taking Victoria on another walk and talks about how she used to take Xander on drives when he was little but doesn’t suppose that would be a very good idea right now. Fiona knows Victoria doesn’t understand anything she’s saying to her, which is why she can open up to her. Fiona declares that she knows Victoria will keep her secret right as Xander comes home and asks what secret that is.

Jada informs Paulina that none of the cameras captured Sarah getting hit by the car, they have no witness, and Sarah has no memory of it so they have no avenue left to explore. Jada admits she is not optimistic that they are going to find who did this.

Brady goes out to the garage to inspect his car and sees there is paint scraped off the front. Brady then has a flashback to the sound of screeching tires and begins to panic.

Chanel doesn’t think it’s a good idea for her to audition. Johnny questions why not. Chanel says she’s not a real actor and feels it would be awkward if she didn’t get the part or if she did get the part and make a fool of herself. Johnny encourages that she did amazing when she auditioned for his movie before and asks what changed. Chanel argues that she’s his wife now and she meant spending more time together with picnics in the park or walks around the lake. Chanel adds that she worked with Allie and Talia when they were together. Johnny jokes that he’s not them and decides he will have to switch up his tactics to try to convince her in another way as he kisses her. Johnny asks how Chanel would like to be able to do that all day long, every day, any time they want. Chanel then gives in and agrees to audition. Johnny promises she won’t regret it as they kiss.

Alex questions Abe saying he would be working alongside Chanel and points out that she can’t stand him. Abe talks about seeing sparks flying between them and knew he’d be perfect for the part. Alex questions Abe just getting this idea. Abe admits that Johnny and Chanel don’t know yet that he’s asking him. Alex doubts that Johnny and Chanel will be on board. Abe tells him to just show up to the audition and he will take care of everything else, pointing out that he has nothing to lose. Alex then agrees to audition.

Maggie tells Sarah that she’s so proud of her courage and how all the nurses admire her as a doctor. Sarah talks about seeing a lot of patients come in with injuries like hers, so she knows the only way to get better is through hard work. Maggie encourages that she will do that with strength and commitment. Sarah declares that her plan is to stand up on her own two feet and walk out in a week, a month, a year, or however long it takes. Sarah then cries that if that’s not the plan for her, she still plans on living a full and complete life because she’s a very lucky woman with such a supportive mom and a husband she loves with all her heart along with her miracle daughter. Sarah refuses to let some hit and run driver rob her of a wonderful future with her family.

Paulina tells Jada that she feels so bad for Sarah and her family, especially since she just got married and she has a daughter who needs her. Jada then gets a call and is informed that there was some deleted footage from the security cameras and hopes it can be what they need.

Fiona claims to Xander that she was just telling Victoria about her plan for Sarah, to take a photo of Victoria and putting it in a frame or a locket. Xander calls that very thoughtful. Fiona asks how Sarah is doing. Xander informs her that after she left, they unfortunately got some bad news. Fiona asks what happened. Xander reveals that Sarah has no feeling from the waist down. Xander adds that the doctors are optimistic and think it’s just swelling, so they are hoping it goes down. Fiona states that it has to. Xander admits they have no way of knowing how long Sarah will be hospitalized for and she’s missing Victoria terribly. Fiona mentions that Victoria has been resisting a nap so she was going to take her on another walk. Xander tells her not to worry about it and decides he will take Victoria to the hospital to see Sarah. Fiona sends her love to Sarah. Xander thanks her for everything and says he’s so glad she’s there, which Fiona says means so much to her. Fiona tells Xander that she will see him later as Xander then exits with Victoria. Fiona then gets a call from Brady, who says he needs to see her right now.

Sarah talks to Maggie about being a doctor and feeling blessed to help people in need, but now that she’s the patient, she feels like she knows everything she’s supposed to do. Sarah cries that she doesn’t want a pep talk and asks Maggie not to say anything and to just be there. Sarah breaks down crying about not being with Victoria because they don’t allow babies in. Xander then arrives with Victoria. Sarah is thrilled, questioning how he did that. Xander says he just greased some wheels while Sarah thanks him.

Fiona goes to see Brady and questions what was so urgent that he couldn’t discuss it over the phone. Brady informs her that he remembered tires screeching from last night. Brady says that’s all he remembered but he now knows that Sarah was hit by a driver in a gray car and he’s afraid it could’ve been him.

Jada finds the car that hit Sarah on the new security footage and shows it to Paulina. Jada confirms it’s a gray car but the lighting is bad so she can’t make out the make or model, but says forensics should be able to get more information. Jada then watches the video frame by frame and declares that she thinks they just broke the case wide open.

Johnny texts Chanel the scene to audition for. Chanel asks when the audition is and how long she has to refine her character. Johnny says she has as long as it takes them to find a leading man to read with her.

Abe tells Alex that he will e-mail him the audition scenes when he gets back to the office. Alex asks what if Chanel doesn’t get the part. Abe responds that he would just have to make sparks fly with someone else.

Fiona urges Brady to calm down. Brady argues that it’s not just the gray car, but that he was drunk and doesn’t remember how he got home. Brady didn’t think he’d be stupid enough to drink and drive but clearly he was. Brady talks about seeing damage on the front of the car. Fiona asks who would know how long the scratch has been there and that it could just be a coincidence caused by anything. Fiona adds that Sarah didn’t see the driver and apparently can’t remember anything either.

Sarah tells Xander how much good it did for her to see Victoria. Xander informs her that Kayla allowed him to bring Victoria every day and jokes about not telling other patients about their special permissions. Sarah mentions being sleepy so Maggie offers to take Victoria home. Sarah makes Maggie promise to go home and get some rest as well. Maggie tells Sarah that she loves her. Maggie thanks Xander for bringing Victoria and for pulling strings which Xander jokes is his speciality. Maggie then takes Victoria and exits. Xander sits back with Sarah and encourages her to rest. Sarah doesn’t think it would be fun for him to just watch her sleep but Xander assures he could do that all day. Kayla comes in so Sarah asks about her test results which Kayla confirms have come in.

Brady tells Fiona that this is Sarah’s nightmare but he could’ve caused the whole thing. Fiona encourages that everything could turn out fine since Sarah had successful surgery and the doctors are very hopeful. Brady questions them being hopeful. Fiona then admits that Sarah has been having trouble with her legs. Brady questions if Sarah is paralyzed. Fiona says they believe it’s only temporary but Brady declares that he’s going to have to turn himself in.

Johnny joins Abe back at the Body and Soul office and informs him that Chanel has agreed to audition. Johnny asks where Abe disappeared to. Abe responds that he had a sudden stroke of inspiration and thinks he found the perfect actor to play opposite Chanel.

Alex sits outside the Pub, practicing his lines.

Chanel remains in the town square, practicing her lines.

Alex continues reading the script.

Chanel continues reading the script and comments on a cliffhanger, making her wonder what’s next.

Maggie brings Victoria home and finds that Fiona is gone which she finds strange.

Fiona argues that Brady can’t turn himself in when he doesn’t even know if he did anything wrong. Brady argues that he drove drunk and there’s obviously something wrong with that. Brady questions why he didn’t take a cab like Fiona told him to. Brady asks Fiona to come look at his car with him because he wants to know what she thinks, which she agrees to do.

Paulina doesn’t see how this helps Jada’s case since they can’t see the driver or inside the car at all. Jada points out the corner, revealing a partial license plate of “124”. Paulina asks if they can identify it off that. Jada says they often can and now they have a really good chance of finding the car.

Brady brings Fiona to the garage but is shocked to find that his car is gone.

Sarah guesses it’s not good news. Kayla admits she’s afraid not. Kayla explains that her initial MRI showed no fracture or displacement, but the radiologist believes the repeat MRI shows evidence of a spinal cord stroke, caused by the blood loss experienced after the accident. Xander asks if that’s not good to have a definitive diagnosis and asks what to do next. Kayla talks about already having surgery and the steroids she’s already on. Sarah declares that means there’s nothing left to do. Sarah tells Xander that there’s been damage to her nerves that is probably irreversible. Sarah adds that it’s possible she might regain some sensation, but there’s a good chance she won’t. Xander hugs Sarah as she cries.

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Hattie sits in the town square, reading over her script for Body and Soul. Johnny approaches and at first thinks she is Marlena before realizing it is Hattie. Johnny introduces himself as Marlena’s grandson. Johnny says he knew Hattie looked like Marlena but calls the resemblance uncanny. Hattie remarks that people get them mixed up all the time…

Leo is in his room at the Salem Inn, reading a book about Dissociative Identity Disorder and talks about how he thinks Marlena has an alter because of Hattie. Leo declares that he has to help Marlena but he doesn’t know how. Leo suggests to himself that he will stage an intervention and calls Marlena, saying he needs to see her right away as it’s an emergency.

At the Body and Soul offices, Kate tells Abe that she’s been thinking that Annette Bening would make a great guest star on the show. Abe says he’ll keep that in mind and asks if she looked at Leo’s sample script. Kate confirms she read it last night and calls it melodramatic with hyperbolic dialogue. Abe responds that he thought it was pretty terrific. Kate agrees that melodrama is exactly what the show needs.

Stephanie is using her laptop at the Bistro as Alex joins her. Stephanie mentions that she has a meeting with a potential new client, so she’s working on finishing touches. Alex says he was going to invite her for drinks with him, Justin, and Bonnie since they are meeting him here. Stephanie wishes she could but calls a rain check. Alex talks about how breaking plates last night did the trick since it’s supposed to bring about new beginnings and now Stephanie has a new job opportunity. Stephanie thanks Alex and jokes that next time they meet up, tequila shots will be on her. Alex goes to get up from the table and accidentally knocks over the glass of water onto Stephanie’s laptop. Alex apologizes as Stephanie sees the computer is completely frozen. Alex tries fixing it but has no luck as Stephanie comments on being unable to write a completely new proposal when her meeting is in a few minutes. Alex apologizes again. Stephanie decides it’s fine and calls it an accident, saying she’ll figure something out. Alex offers to pay for her meal but Stephanie says she can’t let him do that. Alex insists but Stephanie says it’s okay. Their hands touch until Justin and Bonnie arrive to greet them. Bonnie questions what’s going on here.

Kate reads Leo’s script to Abe and comments on a scene. Abe brings up Leo’s story ideas. Kate mentions liking the idea of giving Charlemagne double lives, playing in to Hattie’s wheelhouse.

Johnny informs Hattie that they are going to be working together on Body and Soul. Hattie asks what part he plays. Johnny reveals that he’s the director. Hattie says that’s good as there are a few things he can help her with. Hattie thinks the character doesn’t sound like her. Johnny reminds her that she’s playing Charlemagne, not Hattie. Hattie says the writer doesn’t know Charlemagne like she does. Johnny believes actors and directors aren’t in the business of rewriting scripts as only a writer should do that. Hattie agrees and then heads to the Salem Inn.

Leo continues reading about D.I.D. and tells himself about how to confront Marlena about her split personality. Leo looks up Katy Perry songs for motivation. Hattie then shows up at his door. Leo says he wasn’t expecting her. Hattie says she should’ve called but she really needs his help. Hattie asks if Leo got the job at Body and Soul. Leo says he’s still waiting to hear back but he’s tempering his expectations and applying for other jobs. Hattie says it’s good to have backups and asks Leo to rewrite a script for her. Leo remarks that bad dialogues are the least of her problems which she questions. Leo then tells her that he knows what’s wrong with her. Leo tells her that she has D.I.D. Hattie asks what that is. Leo explains that it’s dissociative identity disorder. They argue until Leo shouts that he’s trying to help Dr. Evans. Hattie then responds that she is not Dr. Evans.

Chanel joins Johnny in the town square. Johnny tells her about how much Hattie looks exactly like Marlena but they are complete opposites aside from looks. Johnny jokes that working with Hattie is going to be a wild ride. Chanel encourages that he can handle it and admits she’s a little envious as she sometimes wishes she had a job that was more unpredictable and exciting. Johnny asks if she’s saying she’s bored with the Bakery. Chanel says not at all and talks about how she hired a lot of staff so the Bakery is pretty much running itself now, so she has free time on her hands now. Chanel thought she would spending that free time with Johnny, but now he will be so busy with Body and Soul.

Kate tells Abe that another story she liked in Leo’s script was about star crossed lovers. Abe worries about all the new faces. Kate points out how these two characters will be connected to the other families and how they need younger characters too. Abe jokes about how these characters were born 8 years ago and are now adults, calling it an extreme case of Soap Opera Rapid Aging Syndrome. Kate questions the audience accepting that. Abe says they do as long as there’s a good story and an appealing actor. Kate says they have a damn good story, so now they just have to find two appealing young people for the roles.

Alex explains to Bonnie and Justin that what’s happening is he spilled water on Stephanie’s laptop and now it’s not working. Alex apologizes, mentioning how important her proposal was. Justin questions if she didn’t save it to the cloud which Stephanie confirms she unfortunately did not. Stephanie says she has to get to her meeting now so she will pitch her proposal without notes. Stephanie tells Alex not to feel guilty as it was an accident and she’s sure she can get her laptop fixed. Stephanie says bye to them and exits. Alex complains that he feels awful as he knows how hard Stephanie worked and his clumsy ass just screwed it all up. Justin informs Alex that he has something that might just lift his spirits. Justin presents Alex with documents confirming his marriage to Theresa has been annulled. Alex calls it a relief, joking that it has to be a record as they were married for 30 minutes before it all blew up. Justin encourages that now he can put that nightmare behind them. Bonnie then suggests maybe Alex can get back together with Stephanie.

Stephanie goes to the Body and Soul office to meet with Kate and Abe. Kate says she has to run an errand, so Abe will interview her on his own. Kate exits. Abe tells Stephanie that he’s glad to see her. Stephanie apologizes as she had a whole presentation ready to go but her laptop froze. Stephanie thinks she can remember most of her pitch from memory. Abe responds that won’t be necessary at this is just a formality and he knows first hand what she can do from her work with Paulina, so the job is hers if she wants it. Stephanie thanks him and knows this won’t be a walk in the park but promises to be more than willing to devote all of her time and energy to it. Abe welcomes Stephanie to the team as they shake hands.

Johnny tells Chanel that their timing is a little off as she used to be the one always too busy and now they have switched roles. Chanel knows they will still find time to be together and maybe with him pursuing his dream, it will encourage her to pursue her dream. Johnny thought the Bakery was her dream. Chanel says it was and she does love it. Johnny asks if she wants to open more locations. Chanel is thinking maybe she wants to find another creative outlet, but she doesn’t know what that is yet. Johnny brings up her yoga teaching or poetry class. Johnny mentions reading her poetry and calls it amazing. Johnny points out she could also meet other poets or publish a book. Johnny says he has to get to work. Chanel thanks him for making time and stopping by to say hi. Johnny assures that he will always make time for her. They say I love you as Johnny kisses her goodbye and then walks away.

Leo talks to Hattie as if she is Marlena’s alter. Hattie questions what he’s talking about. Leo talks about Hattie being an alternate personality of Marlena and calls her wardrobe trashy. Hattie argues that she is her own person and that Leo is not a psychiatrist. Leo brings up the book he read on multiple personalities, thinking that makes him an expert on the subject. Leo corrects Hattie when she calls him Lenny and points out that he’s also Lady Whistleblower which Hattie remarks must be his alter. Leo yells at Hattie as though he is trying to get Marlena to come out.

Stephanie tells Abe that she can’t wait to start getting the word out that Body and Soul is back. Stephanie sees some of the headshots on the table and sees Hattie, thinking at first that she was Marlena. Abe mentions trying to recruit Marlena but she turned him down. Stephanie imagines she’s very busy, but points out that Bonnie is on the show. Stephanie guesses Bonnie might need some guidance when it comes to talking to the press. Abe says that Hattie will do as they both tend to say whatever comes to mind.

Bonnie asks if she put her foot in it again. Alex tells her that she didn’t and that he and Stephanie are just friends. Bonnie points out that they used to be an item and how the situation looked when they walked in. Bonnie feels they had awesome chemistry and asks Justin if he agrees. Justin thinks they should stay out of Alex’s love life. Bonnie thinks there’s nothing wrong with them trying again but Alex insists that it’s not happening. Alex states that he and Stephanie both just got out of relationships that ended really badly so neither of them are ready for something new.

Stephanie tells Abe that she’s really looking forward to working with him and Kate. Alex tells her to come back soon. Johnny arrives and greets her. Abe informs Johnny and Stephanie of their roles with the show. They congratulate each other as Stephanie then exits. Johnny tells Abe about meeting Hattie. Abe asks what he thought. Johnny thinks she’s interesting. Abe admits that Hattie can be a handful, but she’s also very green. Johnny says that Bonnie is too but she knocked her audition out of the park. Abe thinks that Hattie can use some of Johnny’s help as well. Johnny says he’s optimistic and could tell Hattie has a flare for the dramatic.

Leo continues telling Hattie that he’s trying to get through to Marlena, so Hattie tells him to call her then. Leo compares this is to Everett having D.I.D. Hattie declares that she doesn’t need help and that Leo does. Leo shouts that he’s taking her to Bayview but when he opens the door, Kate arrives and questions what is going on. Hattie pulls away and tells Kate that Leo was trying to have her committed. Leo explains to Kate that he’s trying to help Marlena as she thinks she’s someone called Hattie. Kate explains to Leo that Hattie is not Marlena’s alter, but her doppelganger.

Bonnie encourages Alex to look at the bigger picture but Alex insists there is nothing between he and Stephanie. Bonnie apologizes for being pushy and says she just wants to see him happy after all he’s been through. Alex thanks her and assures he’ll be fine as he then exits the Bistro. Bonnie gets a text that she’s officially gotten her contract for Body and Soul. Justin congratulates her and notes that Abe said she was fantastic. Bonnie credits Johnny’s help. Bonnie looks at the contract and notes being paid the minimum. Bonnie says she’s going to e-sign it right now, but Justin stops her and tells her not to do it, calling it a big mistake.

Roman takes the trash out from the Brady Pub and runs in to Stephanie. Stephanie informs him that she just signed on to be the publicist for Body and Soul. Roman congratulates her, saying Abe and Kate made a fabulous decision. Roman talks about never being a soap guy but guesses with his family involved, he should tune in. Stephanie encourages that he will get hooked. Roman says that Kate keeps saying that but admits he doesn’t know if Kate knows what she’s getting herself in to. Roman feels that showbiz is going to be a whole new level of crazy for Kate.

Leo can’t believe it as Hattie looks and sounds exactly like Marlena. Hattie remarks that she’s heard that a zillion times. Leo questions how that’s possible. Kate points out that she did have some help from Dr. Rolf. Hattie complains about her revealing her secrets. Leo talks about thinking this whole time that he was talking to Marlena. Leo questions why she accepted his invitation to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race and not finding that odd. Hattie says she thought he was just being nice and jokes that she is popular with the gays. Leo talks about realizing why Marlena was bewildered when he talked to her as if Hattie was her and how she must have thought he had gone mad. Leo tells Hattie that he’s really sorry about the misunderstanding and trying to have her committed. Hattie thanks him and accepts his apology. Hattie is glad to know that he thinks she’s completely sane. Kate says that’s relatively speaking.

Johnny goes over the script and talks about thinking the stories are great, particularly pointing out that the one about the young couple. Abe says that he and Kate were just talking about that. Johnny reads the story summary and says he loves it. Abe says they’ll just have to find the right actors for the parts. Johnny then suggests Chanel for the role of Faith which surprises Abe. Johnny talks about how Chanel killed it when she auditioned for his movie about Marlena that didn’t get made. Abe asks about the Bakery. Johnny says Chanel was just telling him about she has free time and is looking for a new creative outlet. Abe says he can see Chanel in that part, so Johnny says now they just need to find a leading man that she has chemistry with…

Alex runs in to Chanel in the town square. Chanel asks how he is. Alex says he’s better than ever as he just got his annulment so he’s officially a free man. Chanel knows he must be relieved as she heard about how Theresa deceived him. Chanel says she’s sorry as that must have been rough. Alex says she definitely took him for a ride but says he can’t completely blame her because part of him knew he couldn’t completely trust her but he went with his gut. Chanel comments on how it sounds like Alex went with another part of his anatomy, as usual. Alex questions what she means by that. Chanel feels that Alex is driven by his hormones and that leads him to make questionable decisions. Alex asks if she cares to give an example. Chanel brings up when Alex slept with Allie while they were together.

Bonnie questions Justin not thinking she should sign the contract. Justin says she may never have acted before, but she obviously has talent and this is just the first offer, so he will try to negotiate a better deal for her. Bonnie admits she was nervous about what Justin might think of her acting on the show. Justin assures that he is so proud of her and jokes about being her plus one at the daytime Emmys. Bonnie tells Justin that she loves him as they kiss.

Leo calls Marlena and says he’s fine, claiming that there is no emergency after all and that he just panicked over a spider in his bathroom. Leo says they are still on for RuPaul’s Drag Race tomorrow and hangs up. Leo says he hates lying to Marlena, but it’s better than having her think that he needs to be committed. Kate informs Leo that he is the new head writer of Body and Soul which shocks him. Leo asks if this isn’t a prank. Kate assures that he will get his contract later by e-mail and congratulates him. Kate then exits. Leo declares that he is the head writer of a television show. Hattie exclaims that she is so happy for him and says now he can get busy fixing her script.

Stephanie tells Roman that she wouldn’t worry as she’s sure Kate is more than capable of handling her own. Roman warns that Kate can be a very tough boss. Stephanie assures that she can handle it. Roman tells Stephanie that he heard about Everett and he’s very sorry. Roman asks how she’s doing. Stephanie admits it’s been hard and now that the case is closed, Jada is going to release his ashes to her since they couldn’t locate any family. Stephanie declares it’s up to her to make sure that Everett is laid to rest. Roman hopes afterwards, she and Jada can both find peace and put this terrible tragedy behind them and move on.

Alex questions Chanel still holding a grudge against him for sleeping with Allie. Chanel points out that he did hook up with her while they were still in a relationship. Alex argues they were wasted and that Allie and Chanel were on the outs. Alex asks why it matters now that Chanel is happily married. Chanel shouts that Alex still slept with her girlfriend and that’s not okay. Alex repeats that they were on the outs and the time before that, the three of them had sex. Chanel calls that completely different because she and Allie were trying together to improve their relationship, claiming it had nothing to do with him. Alex disagrees, arguing that they were both all over him that night while Chanel says he was like a non-entity. Alex feels he played a big role while Chanel recalls it not being that big. Alex disagrees and asks why she’s being so petty. Johnny and Abe interrupt to ask what is going on. Chanel says it’s nothing but Johnny says it didn’t seem like it as they could hear them going at it from across the town square. Johnny remarks that the tension between them is off the charts. Abe adds that’s exactly what he was thinking…

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Kayla is in her office at the hospital, finishing up a call to put a rush on Sarah’s test results. After she hangs up, Steve arrives and asks if it’s a bad time. Kayla tells him that she’s on a break. Steve asks how Sarah is doing. Kayla responds that she’s recovering from surgery but still doesn’t feel anything in her legs. Steve asks about that being temporary. Kayla says she hopes so and asks if Steve only came by to check on Sarah. Steve says also to see her beautiful face. Steve adds that he spoke to Jack, who told him that Jennifer just got in from Boston and they are going to see Abigail.

At the DiMera Mansion, Chad tells Jack and Jennifer that Abigail is nervous to see Jennifer. Jennifer says she’s nervous too to see her daughter. Jennifer asks if it’s true that she’s really alive and here. Jack responds that she really is.

“Abigail” remains in the bedroom and makes a phone call, saying everything is going according to plan.

Connie questions Melinda firing her and asks if Gabi knows about this. Melinda says not yet. Connie argues that Gabi will never stand for this. Melinda says that Gabi will when she finds out what she found out about Connie. Connie argues that she’s an open book and asks what she allegedly found out. Melinda informs her that she checked her references and her entire resume is a lie which company policy is very strict about, so there was no alternative. Connie argues that everyone lies on their resume. Melinda demands her laptop and badge but Connie says no way in hell. Melinda argues that those are DiMera property and orders her to return them. Connie complains about Melinda showing up at her door with no notice. Melinda then threatens to get the police involved. Connie tells Melinda that she can’t come in right now. Melinda asks if she has company.

At the Bistro, Gabi toasts to Ava for taking a chance on her and reviving Gabi Chic, even if it was out of guilt. Ava asks what she means. Gabi then calls Ava the lying, cheating bitch who slept with her husband. Ava questions what she just called her. Gabi asks what part she didn’t understand. Stefan asks what she’s talking about. Gabi tells him to spare her the innocent act because she knows they slept together. Stefan claims not to know where this is coming from and asks why she would think they slept together. Gabi questions this being how he’s going to play it. Stefan claims not to understand what’s going on. Gabi asks if he’s sure and warns that she’s giving him one last chance to come clean with her. Ava calls this ridiculous and asks where Gabi even got this idea. Gabi reveals that Connie told her everything.

Connie tells Melinda that she’s sorry but it’s not a good time for her. Melinda says that’s too bad and insists as DiMera’s general counsel that she let her in. Melinda reminds her that she has their property and she’d rather not bring the police in, but threatens to do so. Connie tells her that there’s no need to call the authorities and that she just needs a minute to straighten up. Connie shuts the door and worries about what to do.

Chad hopes that Jennifer is prepared for who Abigail is now. Jennifer asks if he’s talking about how different she looks. Chad talks about Abigail not remembering any of them or anything about her life. Jack says he explained that to her. Jennifer declares that no matter what, Abigail is her daughter and she’s alive, so she will accept whoever she is right now. Chad says he will go see what’s keeping her and exits the room.

Kayla tells Steve that even after Chad and Jack told her they found Abigail, she didn’t really expect the DNA test to confirm she was Abigail. Steve can’t imagine what it was like being there when they got the test results. Kayla states that they were all just stunned. Steve declares that now the healing can begin as Chad is back with his wife while Jack and Jennifer have their daughter back. Kayla notes that Abigail is so different, so she hopes that soon they will have her back in every way.

Abigail says on the phone that she needs to go as she’s already nervous enough as it is. She hangs up as Chad enters the room. She claims she was just talking to one of the nurses who took care of her in Poplar Bluff to tell her the good news that she found out who she is. Chad guesses she was happy that her family found her. She asks if everything is okay. Chad says he doesn’t want to pressure her but her mom and dad are waiting downstairs. Abigail tells him that she just needs two more minutes to get changed. Chad tells her that she doesn’t have to cover with him as he heard her say on the phone that she was nervous. Chad encourages that Jack and Jennifer love her and they’re just really happy to have her back so they don’t want to make her uncomfortable. She jokes about them being cool with having a daughter with amnesia. She thanks Chad for being patient with her. Chad responds that he will wait as long as she needs him to. Chad adds that maybe seeing her mom will bring something back. Chad says he’ll see her downstairs and exits.

Connie tells her cardboard cutout of Li that this is a total disaster and asks what she’s going to do now. Melinda knocks on the door, asking if they can get this over with. Connie worries about Gabi finding out why she really wanted the job and there goes her plan. Connie asks how she will get revenge on Gabi and Stefan for what they did to Li if she’s not Gabi’s assistant. Melinda knocks on the door, complaining that she doesn’t have all day. Connie then gets an idea.

Stefan questions Connie telling Gabi that he and Ava slept together. Ava asks where she would get that idea. Gabi responds that Connie overheard Ava talking about it in the office. Ava flashes back to telling Stefan that Connie might have overheard her and Kristen talking. Ava tells Gabi that Connie must be mistaken about what she heard. Stefan adds that he and Ava both told Gabi that they were pretending to date and that must have been what Ava was talking about. Gabi says she said the same thing to Connie, but Connie was insistent that she heard Ava and Stefan slept together while she was in prison. Stefan states that she heard wrong. Gabi asks if he’s saying Connie is a liar. Stefan states that she’s obviously mistaken. Gabi supposes that would be possible, but responds that if Connie was mistaken then so was Kristen. Gabi then reveals that Kristen confirmed it.

Melinda continues knocking on Connie’s door until she opens it again. Connie apologizes and allows Melinda inside. Melinda says she will need her laptop and DiMera ID. Connie asks if she can take a moment to explain and offers Melinda tea but she declines. Connie says she knows it was inexcusable but she was desperate to get the job. Connie says she’s deeply ashamed of the fraud and asks if Melinda’s never done something that she deeply regretted later. Melinda says they aren’t talking about her. Connie talks about Melinda being a woman of honor and servant to the public. Connie doesn’t expect Melinda to forgive her but says she just wants to tell her side and have some understanding. Melinda gives in and asks what she has to say. Connie calls it a long story and insists on fixing her some tea.

Gabi asks if Ava is surprised that her good friend gave her up or if Stefan didn’t think his sister would sell him out, pointing out that is what DiMeras do. Gabi adds that Kristen tried to back them up as long as she could, until she threatened to pull Gabi Chic from DiMera, then Kristen finally admitted the truth that Stefan and Ava did the dirty while she was locked up, fearing for her life. Gabi declares that deserves another toast and throws her champagne on Stefan.

Jennifer worries about Abigail having second thoughts about meeting her. Jack says this is difficult for everyone. Chad then returns and says that Abigail will be down in a minute. Chad asks if Jennifer is sure she’s ready for this. Jennifer assures that she is. Abigail then enters the room.

Kayla tells Steve that she keeps thinking about the moment after reading the DNA test results when Jack reached out to hug Abigail but she pushed him away. Kayla says Jack tried to play it off but she knows he was hurt. Steve talks about Jack saying it wasn’t the easiest reunion but he is optimistic that Abigail could get her memory back. Kayla confirms it could just be a psychological issue and there’s a chance that she could make a full recovery. Kayla notes that some patients do but there’s no way to know when or if Abigail will recover. Steve says it’s a good thing that she has people around her who love her and are willing to support her through this, no matter how long it takes, including her uncle Steve and her amazing aunt Kayla. Steve adds that from what Jack told him, Abigail spent the last few years being lied to by Clyde Weston, so now that she’s home in Salem around all the people and things she knows, maybe it will cut through all of that.

Abigail approaches Jennifer and they greet each other. Jennifer reaches out to her, but then pulls her hand back and declares this is not her daughter. Jennifer then apologizes. Jack promises her that this is their daughter. Chad argues that the DNA test proved it. Abigail says she knows she looks different and she’s sorry she doesn’t remember her, but she knows how she must be feeling. Jennifer repeats that she’s so sorry as she doesn’t know why she’s reacting this way and she thought she was ready for this. Jack tries to encourage her but Jennifer cries that she thought she would still feel a connection to her daughter, but she doesn’t feel anything. Jennifer repeats that she’s sorry as she breaks down and runs out of the room.

Connie pours tea for Melinda and tells her that she knows it was wrong to embellish but she really wanted the job. Melinda says she agreed to hear her story but she’s saying nothing. Melinda question what it was about the job that she wanted it so bad for instead of finding one more suitable to her qualifications. Connie responds that she didn’t just want a job, she wanted this job, declaring that she had to work for Gabi. Melinda didn’t know Gabi was that important to Connie and remarks that she must really be a fan. Connie laughs at that and reveals to Melinda that she hates Gabi’s guts.

Stefan asks Gabi if they can talk about this in private. Gabi yells at Ava to go to the office and pack her stuff because she made it very clear to Kristen that she has no intention of working with her if she wants to keep Gabi Chic. Ava questions Gabi making Kristen choose between them. Stefan holds Gabi back as Ava calls her vindictive. Ava wishes Stefan luck and walks out of the Bistro. Gabi shoves Stefan, asking how could he.

Jack tells Abigail that he’s very sorry as this has been very hard on Jennifer. Abigail says she gets it and would react the same way. Chad encourages that it’s going to be okay and they will work it out. Abigail decides that she will go upstairs and let them have some time, so she exits. Chad didn’t think Jennifer would react that way. Jack didn’t think she thought she would either. Chad complains that Jennifer was rejecting her daughter. Jack tries to argue that wasn’t what happened so Chad questions what he would call it then. Chad argues that they worked really hard to gain Abigail’s trust and this was a giant step backwards which Jack agrees with. Chad declares that they have to do damage control or they are going to drive Abigail away from them for good. Chad and Jack make a decision on what to do as Jennifer returns to the room. Jack asks how she is. Jennifer says she’s alright but can’t believe she ran out like that and she’s so sorry. Jennifer asks where Abigail is. Jack says she went upstairs to give them some alone time. Jennifer can’t believe she reacted so badly and suggests maybe they should come back another time. Jack reveals that he and Chad actually think they should head back to Boston. Jennifer questions wanting to leave already. Jack says it’s just until Abigail gets her memory back. Jennifer doesn’t understand. Jack explains that they are just concerned that they are forcing things and it’s just too hard. Jennifer doesn’t want to abandon Abigail. Jack says they just want everyone to have space to absorb this as it’s too much pressure on her. Chad tells them about hearing her on the phone with a nurse and that she’s really struggling. Jack declares that once Abigail gets her memory back, things will all be different as she won’t look the same but she will be Abigail in every sense of the word. Jennifer asks if this is how they both feel. Chad clarifies it’s not that he wants her to leave. Jennifer argues that she can react better now that she’s more prepared. Chad worries that her sense that it’s not her daughter won’t go anywhere even if she hides it, so he doesn’t think it’s good for anyone. Jennifer agrees that Abigail needs room to find herself and them being around just makes it more complicated. Jennifer hates leaving as it feels like giving up, but Jack insists it is not that at all. Jack declares that they will never give up and that when Abigail is ready, she will come to them and they will be there to love and cherish her.

Stefan knows Gabi is upset but says what happened between he and Ava was not planned. Gabi questions him finally admitting it. Stefan calls it a moment of weakness as he was very drunk and missing Gabi. Stefan talks about how hard it was to live without her. Gabi mocks him and talks about how hard it was for her in prison, fighting for her life. Stefan says he was fighting for her but Gabi doesn’t want to hear it. Gabi complains that she got beaten up and thrown in to solitary while Stefan was with Ava. Stefan swears it only happened once. Gabi questions why she should believe him. Stefan says because he loves her. Stefan knows she hates him right now and has every right to, but argues that she can’t hate him nearly as much as he hates himself. Stefan admits what he did was horrible and he wishes he could go back to change everything, but he can’t. Stefan repeats that it was a mistake that he will never make again because he loves Gabi. Stefan says if Gabi lets him, he will spend the rest of their lives making it up to her.

Melinda questions Connie saying she hates Gabi. Connie states that she despises Gabi with every fiber of her being and Stefan too. Melinda asks why. Connie reminds Melinda of what they did to Li, shattering his heart in the process. Melinda realizes this is about Li Shin. Connie calls him a dear sweet prince of a man and says that he was a broken shell because of them. Connie blames Gabi and Stefan for being the reason they couldn’t be together. Melinda questions Connie wanting to be with Li. Connie says that she was in love with Li and that they were meant for each other. Melinda points out that they only went on one date. Connie complains that maybe if Melinda hadn’t barged in to Li’s life, they might have gone on more. Melinda had no idea that Connie had such strong feelings for Li. Connie informs Melinda that she moved in to his old apartment because she wanted to feel close to him. Connie then pours more tea for Melinda and talks about how the apartment is a great space for operations on getting revenge for Li’s death. Connie remarks that it was Gabi and Melinda’s faults that Li was killed which Melinda questions. Connie didn’t know that this would work but says Melinda actually bought her apology. Melinda argues that the only one responsible for Li’s death is the man who stabbed him, Gil Carter. Connie responds that Gil didn’t stab Li. Melinda suddenly starts to feel sick. Connie then reveals that she spiked Melinda’s tea with Digoxin. Melinda questions what it does. Connie says she will see and points out that luckily no one knows she’s there. Melinda brings up Ava knowing that she’s there and scrambles to get her phone out of her purse.

Chad tells Jack that he will check in with him every day and let him know if anything changes. Jack thanks Chad for taking care of their girl. Abigail comes back downstairs and questions them leaving. Jennifer says they are just going to head back to Boston for a little while and that they will tell JJ to postpone his trip for awhile. Jennifer explains that they want to be there but feel it might be overwhelming. Abigail tells Jennifer that it was nice to meet her. Jack adds that they are just a phone call away if she needs anything. Chad then walks out with Jack and Jennifer.

Stefan asks Gabi to let him explain but Gabi doesn’t want to hear it. Gabi says that Kristen already tried to make her understand his feelings, but it didn’t work because she doesn’t give a damn about how bad he feels about betraying her. Gabi tells Stefan that nothing excuses what he did to her. Gabi complains that she suffered while Stefan was out with Ava. Gabi brings up her first night out of prison and how she went on and on about how much she missed him and longed for him. Gabi argues that she just assumed he felt the same way but he didn’t wait for her. Gabi remarks that their wedding vows meant so little to him that he just jumped in to bed with the next available warm body. Stefan cries that it wasn’t like that and what he did was horrible. Stefan asks if they can go home and talk this through. Gabi asks if he’s serious and shouts that she’s never going home with him ever again. Stefan questions what she means. Gabi declares their marriage is over. Stefan argues that she doesn’t mean that. Gabi says she does and tells Stefan not to touch her as she storms out of the Bistro.

Ava walks through the town square and calls Kristen, leaving a message that she shouldn’t be surprised that Kristen didn’t have her back with Gabi since DiMeras always put business ahead of friendship and loyalty. Ava then sees she has a missed call from Melinda.

Connie takes Melinda’s phone and says that she was so close to leaving a message. Connie adds that she wasn’t planning on poisoning Melinda, but she couldn’t risk her exposing them. Connie then remarks that she hoped Melinda enjoyed the tea as Melinda lays passed out on the couch.

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At the DiMera Office, Gabi is at her desk and looks at a photo of her and Stefan. Gabi gets a call from Connie. Gabi thought she would be here by now but Connie claims she’s getting a cold and asks to stay home today. Gabi tells her to feel better soon. Connie says she’s more worried about how Gabi is feeling as she’s sure that she will feel better after she gets her revenge on Stefan for cheating on her with Ava.

Ava meets Melinda in the town square. Melinda tells her that this is about a sensitive personnel matter that she didn’t feel comfortable bringing up in the office. Melinda informs Ava that a major indiscretion has come up and consider who it involves, it will need to be dealt with very delicately.

Jack reunites with Julie at the Horton House, explaining that they got back very late. Julie asks what happened with the girl in the video. Jack reveals that it was Abigail and confirms she is alive which thrills Julie.

Abigail comes downstairs and in to the living room of the DiMera Mansion. She looks up at the portrait of Stefano and comments that he always looks like he knows something the rest of them don’t. Chad comes in and greets her, asking if she slept okay. Abigail tells him that she slept better than she can remember since she didn’t have an actual bed in Poplar Bluff. Abigail mentions not being a breakfast person. Stefan comes in and greets Chad, asking when he got there. Chad informs him that he slept there. Stefan jokes about Chad coming over for a sleepover. Stefan guesses Chad’s friend knows Gabi since she’s wearing one of her robes. Abigail apologizes and says she needed something and it was in one of the bathrooms. Stefan then asks if Chad is going to introduce them. Chad responds that they’ve already met and reveals this is Abigail, leaving Stefan confused. Stefan says he doesn’t understand. Chad reminds him that he’s been looking for the woman in the video that Clyde sent him and they found her. Stefan knows Chad has had it very rough since that night, but tells him that this is not Abigail. Chad then reveals that the DNA test said it is.

Ava asks Melinda to just say what she has to tell her. Melinda clarifies that it’s about Connie. Ava says she should discuss that with Gabi since Connie is her direct report. Melinda points out that Gabi hired Connie but Ava hired Gabi. Ava questions that making it her problem. Melinda doesn’t think Gabi will be very receptive to pushback about her right hand woman. Ava then asks what Connie did.

Connie asks Gabi when she’s going to pull the trigger and put her revenge plan in to action. Gabi says not now. Connie doesn’t understand. Gabi explains that she’s not doing anything until she has absolute proof that Stefan had an affair with Ava. Kristen then arrives at the office. Gabi tells Connie that she knows just how she’s going to get that proof.

Melinda talks to Ava about the reasons Connie would be living in Li Shin’s old place, but they never pinned down why because they couldn’t but she needed to find out. Melinda says she went back to Connie’s employment file, paying special attention to her resumé and references. Ava asks what she found. Melinda reveals that everything in it is a lie and calls Connie a total fraud.

Connie questions how Gabi is going to prove Stefan cheated on her. Gabi says maybe later as she has to get back to work. Connie wishes her luck and tells her to call if she needs anything as they hang up. Connie then tells herself that she might miss fireworks at the office, but she stayed home to spend a glorious day with her cutout of Li.

Stefan questions Chad telling him that this is Abigail with plastic surgery and amnesia. Abigail points out that she doesn’t remember Stefan at all but they obviously knew each other. Chad explains that Stefan is his half-brother. Abigail tells him that it’s nice to meet him again. Stefan jokes that he fully expects to wake up at any moment now. Abigail asks if they were close. Stefan says they had a complicated relationship which Chad calls an understatement.

Ava tells Melinda that it doesn’t track since DiMera is a big company so someone would’ve checked Connie out. Melinda points out that it wouldn’t have gone through the regular channels since it was a hire for Gabi Chic. Ava feels Gabi would’ve checked then but Melinda points out how Connie immediately made herself indispensable so that Gabi dropped it, being swamped with her launch and Rafe in the hospital. Ava feels Connie must have some work history. Ava adds that Gabi called Connie outstanding. Ava feels Connie isn’t the first person to lie on a resumé . Melinda tells her that people she reached out to about Connie used the words overzealous and psychotic. Ava jokes that worse has been said about her while Melinda jokes that she wouldn’t have hired Ava either. Melinda talks about Connie getting a favorable reference from her previous job just to go away. Ava asks if they are supposed to tell Gabi or give Connie a warning. Melinda declares that Connie needs to be terminated immediately.

Connie tells her cutout of Li that she’s excited to spend the day with him and then sets up her voicemail on her phone.

Kristen picks up Gabi’s photo of her and Stefan, saying she must have knocked it over by mistake. Gabi asks what she can do for her. Kristen says she was just checking in and asks if she ever made it home last night. Gabi says she had too much to do. Kristen appreciates her work ethic, especially since she will be making a profit off it. Kristen talks about everyone needing a work-life balance and points out that Gabi and Stefan have spent so much time apart that it’s not good for the relationship. Kristen suggests changing that before it becomes a problem. Kristen talks about planning out her time with Rachel and not being prepared for a crime scene on their way which Gabi questions. Kristen informs her that Sarah was seriously injured by a hit and run driver in the town square parking lot. Gabi asks if they know who did it. Kristen says that Paulina is looking for someone who was driving a gray car. Gabi brings up that Ava drives a gray car. Kristen asks if she’s telling her that Ava is the hit and run driver. Gabi says no because Ava was too busy sleeping with her husband. Kristen tries to laugh it off but Gabi says it apparently was one time. Kristen questions her thinking that. Gabi responds that she doesn’t think, she knows that Stefan slept with Ava while she was languishing away in prison. Kristen claims that she doesn’t buy it. Gabi questions Kristen not hearing any rumors. Kristen says she hasn’t and insists that Stefan never stopped loving her, so she thinks Gabi’s imagination is just running wild. Gabi remarks that she’s surprised Kristen is digging so hard in to this since Connie swears she overheard Kristen and Ava talking about it. Kristen argues that Connie must have misheard. Gabi explains that Connie said she overheard Ava telling Kristen that she has a terrible feeling that Stefan is planning on telling Gabi that they slept together while she was in prison. Gabi doesn’t see any room for another explanation there.

Melinda tells Ava that Connie is a walking liability and has to go. Melinda says that she’ll break it to Connie, so she needs Ava to break it to Gabi. They talk about being unsure how they will take it. Melinda talks about planning to make sure Connie can never get past security again before she causes any lasting damage…

Connie eats breakfast with her cutout of Li and ignores when her phone rings with a call from Melinda. Connie complains that Melinda did Li so dirty and questions Li not talking back to her. Connie declares that she is Li’s retribution and she will make sure Stefan and Gabi get everything that’s coming to them.

Kristen questions Gabi calling her a liar and warns her to consider the ramifications. Gabi says she’s making a mistake. Gabi asks if Kristen likes her job which she questions. Gabi remarks that Stefan may be Kristen’s brother and he may have helped her get the job, but she’s the one helping her keep it. Kristen questions that so Gabi points out that Kristen has made the relaunch of Gabi Chic the centerpiece of her return to DiMera and explains that her contract states she can take her marbles and go home any time she wants before the launch becomes official. Gabi warns Kristen to stop with the games before she takes her company to her biggest competitor. Gabi asks Kristen if she wants to lose everything because her brother was a cheating idiot. Gabi then demands Kristen tell her what she knows. Kristen then admits that Gabi is right and everything she said is true, confirming that Stefan and Ava slept together.

Abigail asks if there’s something she should know about her and Stefan’s past. Stefan states that he’s just very happy she’s back. Abigail decides to go take a shower and says it was nice catching up as she then exits. Stefan tells Chad that it’s unbelievable and that he’s speechless. Stefan jokes that if Abigail needs any help with coming back from the dead, he can send her to him. Stefan then thanks Chad for not telling her that he raped her. Chad clarifies that he did that for Abigail, not him. Chad says she hasn’t even met the kids, so telling her about the dissociative identity disorder, Ben, and Stefan would be too traumatic for her right now. Stefan says he gets it, but advises Chad to fill her in on some things because being back there might trigger some memories that she’s not quite prepared for.

Abigail enters her and Chad’s old bedroom and finds an old framed photo of Chad and Abigail.

Jack asks Julie if she’s alright. Julie responds that she’s stunned as she was preparing herself for bad news. Jack calls it overwhelming and that’s why Chad is taking everything slowly since Abigail is a virtual stranger to herself. Julie questions why they spent the night at the DiMera Mansion. Jack explains that Abigail thought it was too soon and too much for her to see the kids. Julie understands but says they can’t keep this from Thomas and Charlotte that their mother is alive. Julie calls it a miracle and exclaims that Abigail will have to see everyone who loves her. Jack confirms Jennifer is on her way to Salem. Jennifer then rushes in and announces she’s here and she needs to see her daughter right now. Jack hugs her as Julie says she’s so glad she’s here. Jack knows she wants to see their daughter right away but Abigail wanted time with Chad alone, so he’s not sure they should push this. Jennifer questions if Jack would let anything keep him away if he hadn’t already seen Abigail. Jack then agrees to call Chad and tell him they are on their way.

Stefan tells Chad that he knows he brought Abigail back here in hopes of triggering some happy memories, but a lot of bad stuff happened her too. Chad assures that he hasn’t forgotten that. Stefan says he’s just trying to help. Chad cuts him off and says he’s doing his best as he got his wife back and it’s a miracle but he’s doing his best to manage their needs, his kids needs, and everyone else. Stefan asks if he has any idea how she survived. Chad says no. Stefan asks if maybe Dr. Rolf was involved. Chad says he has a lot more questions than answers right now. Chad then gets a call from Jack.

Abigail looks around the bedroom and sits on the bed. Chad comes in and asks what she’s doing in there. Abigail responds that she doesn’t know and that something drew her in here. Chad informs her that it was their room. Abigail asks why he didn’t take her here last night. Chad reveals it’s also where she was stabbed as he found her lying right there on the bed. Abigail asks if they ever caught the person who did it. Chad confirms they did and reveals that it was Clyde Weston.

Connie tells her cardboard cutout of Li that they can play charades until they are interrupted by Melinda knocking on her door, saying she needs to speak with her immediately.

Gabi tells Kristen that she knew she was going to say it, but she just wanted to hear it straight from her anyway. Gabi guesses part of her had hope but it still hurts. Kristen knows Stefan and Ava hate themselves for what they did and assures it was just one time. Gabi argues that it should’ve been zero and that Stefan confessed to only two kisses for show. Kristen insists that they agonized over telling her the truth because they didn’t want to upset her. Kristen assures it meant nothing. Gabi argues that Kristen wouldn’t buy an excuse like that and questions why she should. Gabi complains that they didn’t lie to protect her but to keep her from wringing their necks. Kristen states that they were just drunk and lonely. Gabi mocks the idea of them naturally falling in to each other’s arms. Kristen shouts that Stefan loves her and asks if Gabi wants to lose him. Kristen knows that Gabi loves him and also has to work with Ava. Ava then arrives at the office, so Gabi calls it a coincidence as they were just talking about her.

Abigail questions Chad about Clyde since he was the man who helped her and watched over her all this time. Chad doesn’t know why Clyde would kill her just to keep her alive. Chad calls Clyde a sick and twisted sociopath. Abigail guesses they weren’t best friends. Chad explains that Abigail once dated Clyde’s son and he’s an oddly protective father, so he hated them both and that night, he came for her. Chad adds that if Abigail knew the circumstances surrounding her death, she wouldn’t believe that she is standing here right now. Abigail questions it happening in this room. Chad calls it not an easy thing to remember or think about. Chad wants her to get her memory back but says she should be thankful that she doesn’t remember this right now. Abigail jokes about having a lot to look forward to. Chad says there will be a lot of surprises but promises that most of them will be really beautiful. Chad wants to keep it from knocking her off her feet if he can. Chad then tells Abigail that Jack called and her mom flew in from Boston this morning. Chad says that Jennifer wants to see her and they are coming over if it’s not too much for her. She declares that she is Abigail DiMera so she guesses it’s time she finds out who she is and where she comes from.

Julie tells Jack and Jennifer that she’s happy to watch over Thomas and Charlotte while they are gone. Jennifer knows Julie misses Abigail too and promises to bring her back to her family home soon. Julie sends all her love as she exits the room. Jack stops Jennifer and says he needs to prepare her as this won’t be simple or easy, explaining that their daughter doesn’t look like Abigail, has no memory, and doesn’t recognize him or Chad. Jennifer says she’s aware but Jack insists that being aware and experiencing it first hand are very different. Jack knows Jennifer is thinking that Abigail will see her mother and her memories will come flowing and he prays that they do, but he wants Jennifer to be ready for this reunion not being everything she wants or needs.

Connie answers the door and asks what Melinda wants. Melinda asks if she can come in. Connie says she has a cold. Melinda insists on talking to her in private. Connie says she prefers to have work conversations at work. Melinda then informs Connie that she won’t be coming back to work. Melinda says she didn’t want to do this in the hallway but declares that Connie is terminated, effective immediately.

Ava asks if everything is okay. Gabi says she was just telling Kristen how amazingly well their work relationship is going as they put everything from the past behind them to focus on the future and the launch could not be going any better. Kristen goes along with it as Gabi says it’s all so exciting and she sees no reason why Gabi Chic won’t be at DiMera for years to come. Gabi offers to take Ava to lunch to celebrate everything ahead for them. Ava says she has something to tell her but Gabi says they can talk about it over lunch. Gabi says she just has one thing to do and asks Ava to wait outside. Gabi adds that she will have Stefan save them the best table at the Bistro. After Ava exits, Kristen asks Gabi what the hell she’s going to do. Gabi tells her to be patient and she’ll find out. Gabi then warns Kristen that if she wants the launch to happen, she will do exactly what she tells her.

Connie questions Melinda firing her and asks if Gabi knows about this. Melinda says not yet. Connie argues that Gabi will never stand for this. Melinda says that Gabi will when she finds out what she found out about Connie. Connie argues that she’s an open book and asks what she allegedly found out. Melinda informs her that she checked her references and her entire resumé is a lie which company policy is very strict about, so there was no alternative. Connie argues that everyone lies on their resumé . Melinda demands her laptop and badge but Connie says no way in hell. Melinda argues that those are DiMera property and orders her to return them. Connie complains about Melinda showing up at her door with no notice. Melinda then threatens to get the police involved.

Gabi and Ava go to the Bistro where Gabi points out that Stefan got them champagne at their table, calling him the best husband and saying she’s a lucky woman. Ava agrees as they sit together. Gabi asks what Ava wanted to tell her at the office. Ava informs Gabi that it’s about Connie and she knows this isn’t exactly the best time but Melinda wanted her to tell her. Gabi then stops her as she sees Stefan and calls him over. Gabi then informs Ava that she hopes she doesn’t mind but she invited Stefan to join them. Gabi gets up to greet Stefan and thanks him for taking time out of his busy day to celebrate with them. Stefan asks what they are celebrating. Gabi says it’s her relaunch and declares that her whole life is about to change for the better. Stefan tells Gabi that she deserves it all. Gabi remarks that they all deserve something. Stefan pours champagne as Gabi claims she hopes it’s okay that the three of them are breaking bread together after the whole pretending to date thing. Ava assures it doesn’t have to be awkward. Gabi remarks that she’s so glad they put everything behind them and got everything out in the open. Gabi toasts to Ava for taking a chance on her and reviving Gabi Chic, even if it was out of guilt. Ava asks what she means. Gabi then calls Ava the lying, cheating bitch who slept with her husband.

Jack and Jennifer go to the DiMera Mansion. Jennifer hugs Chad and asks where Abigail is. Chad says she’s upstairs getting dressed, so she’ll be down in a minute.

“Abigail” remains in the bedroom and makes a phone call, saying everything is going according to plan.

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Marlena sits at home until Kristen arrives with Rachel. Kristen apologizes for being so early and says she tried calling but there was no answer. Marlena says she was up already and tells Rachel it’s so good to see her as they hug. Marlena asks if everything is okay. Rachel says no. Kristen explains that Rachel woke up crying and insisted she needed to see her dad right away. Marlena asks what happened. Rachel responds that she had a nightmare that something bad happened to Brady.

Brady wakes up in his car outside and wonders where he is.

Jada and a cop have the street blocked off with caution tape where Sarah was hit. Jada mentions needing to alert the mayor’s office but Paulina then arrives and says she understands there was a hit and run here last night. Jada confirms it looks like that and explains that Xander found Sarah lying there while hearing a car screeching away. Jada adds that the doctors confirmed Sarah’s injuries look like blunt force trauma. Paulina can’t believe it and wonders what the world is turning to. Paulina asks if there’s any idea who the driver was.

Fiona, Xander, and Maggie sit together at the hospital. Maggie worries about Sarah being in surgery for five hours now. Fiona encourages that means she’s still alive and fighting. Maggie cries that if she just could’ve found the key to the Horton Cabin, Sarah and Xander would’ve been on their way to their honeymoon and this wouldn’t have happened. Xander stops her and declares that the only person to blame is the person who left Sarah there to die. Fiona thinks back to the crash. Xander then declares that he will hunt the bastard down and kill them with his bare hands. Fiona encourages that Sarah needs them to think positive thoughts right now which Maggie agrees with. Xander talks about Sarah being strong and having so much to live for, so she has to be alright. Fiona again flashes back to the crash. Kayla comes out from the emergency room, so Xander asks how Sarah is.

Jada tells Paulina that they don’t have an ID on the driver yet and there’s no witnesses, but they are putting together a press release, asking anyone with knowledge to come forward, and they will be checking security cameras. Paulina asks if they have nothing then. Jada says she wouldn’t say that, pointing out the skid marks and the car clipped a pole while fleeing the scene. Jada adds that there is gray paint on there for forensics to examine. Paulina asks if she’s saying she thinks the car was grey. Jada confirms it would almost certainly have damage to the front end from the impact.

Brady gets out of his car and questions what the hell he’s doing in the garage. Brady then flashes back to drinking at the bar and wonders if he drove drunk.

Kayla reveals that Sarah is stable but her internal injuries were fairly extensive and they repaired them. Kayla adds that they gave Sarah units of blood and may need more. Xander offers to donate whatever she needs. Kayla says they always need donors. Maggie asks if there’s anything else. Kayla says it’s a miracle that Sarah doesn’t have any broken bones and there is still more to evaluate, but she thinks that Sarah will fully recover. Kayla knows Sarah will be highly motivated to get well. Maggie says they will have to keep an eye on her to make sure she doesn’t push too hard. Kayla assures that Sarah will get VIP treatment here as they all love her so much and they are sorry this happened to her.

Marlena tells Rachel that she’s sorry she had a bad dream and asks if she wants to tell her about it. Rachel responds that she just wants to see her dad. Marlena states that Brady is asleep right now, but while they wait for him to wake up, they can make breakfast. Marlena thinks that will make her feel better. Kristen mentions needing to make a phone call to Hong Kong so Marlena takes Rachel to the kitchen to make breakfast. Kristen pulls out her phone and thinks back to her last argument with Brady. Brady then comes in, surprised to see Kristen. Kristen says to look what the cat dragged in.

Xander thanks Kayla for everything. Maggie asks if they can see Sarah. Kayla says she’s still pretty out of it but allows one at a time. Maggie tells Xander to go first. Xander says he won’t stay too long and heads to Sarah’s hospital room. Fiona tells Maggie that it’s good news. Maggie hopes she doesn’t have any complications but she will still have a difficult recovery. Maggie keeps wondering who would leave someone bleeding in the street alone without calling for help. Fiona flashes back to being at the scene of the crash.

Jada talks to her officer about checking the area as there’s a good chance that alcohol was involved. Jada then gets a call from Kayla, who informs her about Sarah. Jada thanks her and hangs up, then informs Paulina that Sarah is out of surgery and expected to make a full recovery. Jada leaves her officer in charge of the crime scene as she’s heading to the hospital. Jada tells Paulina that she needs to question Sarah as soon as possible since she might be their only witness and to see if she can describe the vehicle that hit her.

Kristen questions Brady looking like a deer in headlights. Brady says he just wasn’t expecting to see her this early in the morning. Kristen informs him that his daughter wanted to see him and that she’s in the kitchen with Marlena which is good because she wouldn’t want Rachel seeing Brady on his walk of shame. Brady claims he was working all night since Xander got married yesterday and he was covering for him. Brady then tells Kristen to watch out because Basic Black is coming after Gabi Chic and he thinks she’s going to regret letting them be poached from DiMera.

Xander visits Sarah in her hospital room. Sarah asks what happened to her. Xander informs her that she was hit by a car in the town square and had surgery but Kayla said she will be fine. Xander adds that Maggie and Fiona are outside. Xander asks Sarah if there’s anything she needs. Sarah says she just needs him.

Jada goes to the hospital and asks Kayla about Sarah. Kayla knows Sarah would want to help with the investigation but asks Jada to wait until she’s more fully conscious. Kayla says she will let Sarah know she’s there as Xander is with her now. Jada mentions wanting a statement from him too. After Kayla heads to Sarah’s room, Maggie approaches Jada to ask if she has any idea who did this. Jada says there’s nothing concrete as of right now but they hope that Sarah can possibly ID the driver. Fiona sits worried nearby.

Xander tells Sarah that when she recovers, he will take her anywhere she dreams but not the Horton Cabin, joking that it must be cursed. Sarah asks about Victoria. Xander tells her that Bonnie is watching her. Xander says that Maggie will be in soon to see her as they’ve all been so worried about her. Sarah insists that she’s okay and just very lucky.

Kristen talks on the phone to Mr. Shin, saying she appreciates his confidence in her and talks about the recent gains in the DiMera stock price. Kristen finishes her call as Marlena comes in and asks where Rachel is. Kristen thought she was with her. Marlena says she turned around to do the dishes and then she was gone. Rachel comes in to the room so Kristen asks if she went to see if Brady was awake yet, but Rachel reveals that Brady isn’t in his room and didn’t sleep in his bed last night.

Fiona continues thinking back to the crash and fleeing the scene. Maggie comes over and startles her. Fiona says she’s just a bit on edge with everything that’s happened. Maggie suggests she go back to her hotel to rest but Fiona feels she needs to be there for Xander and Sarah. Xander comes out and asks Jada about needing to speak with him. Xander tells Maggie that Sarah is eager to speak with her, so Maggie heads to Sarah’s room. Xander asks if Jada has any leads. Jada says she just got off the phone with the detective on the scene and unfortunately the security cameras didn’t catch anything but local businesses will be opening soon, so she hopes to get something from them. Jada brings up that Xander gave a brief statement last night but she’s trying to put together a timeline of events if he could go over what happened with anything else he remembers. Xander explains that they were going to take the ferry to Smith Island to honeymoon at the Horton Cabin but Maggie couldn’t find the key, so Sarah went to go help look for it. Xander adds that when Sarah didn’t return, he called Maggie and found out she never made it to the Kiriakis Mansion which is when he went to look for her and found her on the ground. Xander notes that she never made it to her car. Jada asks about him hearing a car screeching away. Xander says he could smell the rubber burning but he couldn’t see the car as it was dark and he was worried about Sarah. Jada points out that Sarah must have been hit shortly after she left him. Xander says it was at least 20 minutes but points out that when he got to Sarah, the driver was still there, so he wonders why they stayed and then fled. Jada points out that you never know what motivates people to do what they do. Jada thanks Xander for his statement and thinks she should go see Sarah now but Fiona stops her and says she doesn’t think that’s a very good idea. Xander questions why not.

Kristen tells Rachel that Brady is entitled to his privacy and where he sleeps is not their concern. Kristen suggests they should just go but Rachel refuses to leave without seeing her dad. Brady then comes in to the room, so Rachel runs up to hug him. Marlena tells Brady that Rachel had a bad dream. Rachel says they said Brady was sleeping while Kristen points out his bed was already made. Brady claims he made his bed as soon as he got up. Rachel questions why, pointing out that he never does that. Rachel tells Brady that she dreamed something bad happened to him. Brady assures her that he’s fine and nothing bad happened. Rachel asks Brady if they can do something together today, just the two of them. Brady says he would love that and it sounds fun as long as it’s okay with Kristen. Kristen agrees and remarks that she just wants to make sure Brady is responsible with their daughter. Brady responds that she knows he is. Kristen brings up that she and Rachel have a mother-daughter day today, so she suggests Brady call her later and they can work something out.

Maggie visits Sarah in the hospital and tells her that when she’s up to, they are going to take Victoria on the mother-daughter day they have been talking about to the aquarium. Maggie offers to tell the nurses that Sarah needs more meds but Sarah asks her not to go and insists she’s okay. Maggie worries that Sarah is in pain but Sarah reminds her that she’s the doctor. Sarah adds that the meds make her brain loopy and she wants to stay clear-headed. Maggie calls her stubborn which Sarah says she takes after her.

Xander asks why Fiona wouldn’t want the police to question Sarah. Fiona argues that Sarah just went through a major surgery and shouldn’t have more stress put on her. Xander introduces Jada to Fiona. Jada informs Fiona that she spoke with Sarah’s doctor, who assured her that it’s okay to interview her. Fiona asks if it’s really necessary right now. Jada insists it’s really important to interview her as soon as possible to see if Sarah might remember anything. Fiona then remarks that they have to do whatever it takes to find out who did this as Xander takes Jada to Sarah’s room.

Rachel hugs Marlena and tells her that she loves her. Rachel then hugs Brady and says she’s so glad he wasn’t smashed by a giant steamroller like in her dream. Brady assures he has no plans of that anytime soon. Brady tells Rachel that he will see her soon. Rachel and Kristen then exit. Brady pours some coffee as Marlena tells him that Rachel was pretty upset when she arrived. Brady remarks that kids have nightmares. Marlena asks if there’s any reason that Rachel should be worried about him. Marlena points out that she’s been a little worried about him, herself. Marlena mentions that he’s been coming home late and when she and John came home last night, she saw he was parked in her space but they were relieved he was home early. Brady claims someone was in his place and offers to move it but Marlena says there’s no need. Brady asks how John is. Marlena says that he’s okay and mentions needing to get him his pain pill so she’ll be right back. Brady then flashes back to being at the bar with Fiona. Brady begins to worry and pulls out his phone to call Fiona. Brady asks Fiona what the hell happened last night.

Xander brings Jada in to Sarah’s room and says she’d like to ask Sarah some questions if that’s alright. Jada says she’ll make it quick and asks Sarah what she remembers from last night. Sarah recalls walking to her car and hearing the sound of an engine, then she turned to look and she was on the ground. Jada asks if she saw the car. Sarah thinks it was gray. Jada asks if there was anything distinctive about it but Sarah doesn’t remember. Jada asks about the driver. Sarah says the lights were so bright that she didn’t see anything.

Fiona asks Brady what he means and questions him not remembering. Brady says he remembers having drinks with her at the bar and the next thing he remembers, he woke up in his car behind the wheel. Brady asks if Fiona knows how he got home. Fiona flashes back to deciding that Xander cannot find out it was her driving, so she moved Brady in to the driver’s seat while he was unconscious and declared that it would be better if he take the fall than her. Fiona tells Brady that if he woke up in his garage, he must have driven home and claims that she tried to make him take a cab but he insisted he was okay to drive. Brady remarks that he clearly wasn’t. Fiona claims she took a cab herself back to the Salem Inn. Brady states that falling off the wagon is one thing but driving drunk. Fiona then tells Brady that she can’t talk right now as Sarah’s been in an accident which shocks Brady as they hang up. Brady then sits down and starts to remember the sounds of the car crash.

Sarah says she’s sorry but Maggie and Xander tell her it’s okay. Jada tells Sarah to focus on her recovery while they are going to do everything they can to find out who did this. Jada then exits. Maggie and Xander get a blanket for Sarah as Kayla comes back in to check on her. Xander covers Sarah with a blanket but Sarah reveals that she can’t feel it. Sarah then tells Xander that she can’t feel his hand or anything.

Kristen and Rachel sit in the town square together. Paulina approaches and greets Rachel, who questions how she knows her name. Paulina says she makes it a point and mentions Rachel writing her a letter, saying she’s going to take her job. Kristen questions Rachel wanting to be Mayor. Rachel points out that she’s rich. Paulina assures it’s not from being Mayor. Kristen thinks it’s a little early for her to be politicking. Paulina mentions checking in on a police investigation. Kristen says she saw the caution tape and asks what happened. Paulina informs Kristen that it was a hit and run. Kristen then steps away with Paulina, who informs Kristen that Sarah Horton was the victim and seriously injured. Kristen asks if there are any leads. Paulina explains that they think it was a gray car and the driver was drunk but you can never be too careful out here. Paulina wishes Rachel luck with her mayoral aspirations and suggests starting with class president. Paulina says it was nice to see them and walks away. Rachel remarks that it will be pretty hard for the police to catch the driver. Kristen questions Rachel listening. Rachel says she was talking pretty loud. Kristen asks why she doesn’t think they will catch the person who did it. Rachel responds that lots of people have gray cars, even her dad.

Marlena comes back in to the living room and asks if Brady has heard from Xander this morning. Brady says he hasn’t and doesn’t expect to. Marlena informs him that she and John were just watching the news and found out that Sarah was hit by a car last night. Brady calls that awful. Marlena adds that what’s even worse is the driver left the scene.

Jada comes out of Sarah’s hospital room, so Fiona asks if Sarah remembered anything. Jada responds that Sarah was unfortunately blinded by the car’s headlights, so she didn’t see who hit her. Fiona calls that unfortunate.

Xander questions Sarah being unable to feel anything. Sarah states that everything is going numb from the waist down and assumes it’s spinal and should wear off soon. Sarah adds that she can’t move her legs at all. Kayla tests Sarah’s reflexes but she doesn’t feel anything at all.

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Leo and Hattie are in Leo’s room at the Salem Inn talking about RuPaul’s Drag Race. Hattie can’t believe the show has been on for 16 seasons and she’s never seen it. Leo questions what she’s talking about, pointing out that they’ve watched it together.

At the hospital, Marlena informs John that the doctor agreed to release him. Marlena mentions that she bumped in to Kayla at the nurses station and apparently, Chad and Jack found the woman they were looking for in Poplar Bluff as she came back to the same room that John was being held in. John asks if it was Abigail. Marlena responds that they are about to find out.

Chad and the woman return to Kayla’s office where Jack tells them that Kayla will be back soon with the test results. Jack asks where they went to eat. Chad tells him it was his family estate. Jack asks if she recognized anything but she didn’t. Kayla then returns with the DNA test results and offers it to them to open. The woman suggests Chad do the honors. Chad then opens the envelope and reads the test results, so Jack asks what it says.

In the town square, Sarah tells Maggie on the phone that she will come over and help her find the key to the Horton Cabin. Sarah tells Xander that they have half an hour before the next ferry. Xander offers to go with her but Sarah tells him to go buy their ferry tickets to save time as she exits.

Fiona goes driving with Brady passed out in the back seat. Fiona says there was no way that she was going to let him drive home in this state. Sarah then walks out of the town square and in to the street, causing Fiona to crash in Brady’s car, leaving Sarah bloody and unconscious on the ground.

Chad announces the DNA test results confirm that the woman is a 50% genetic match with Jack. She questions what that means. Kayla reveals that the test says she and Jack are father and daughter. Chad adds that also means she is Abigail, his wife.

Hattie questions Leo saying that they have watched RuPaul’s Drag Race together before. Leo questions her not remembering and asks if she’s feeling okay. Hattie thinks she’s bloated from the pork rinds. Hattie mentions having a fitting tomorrow for Body and Soul. Leo encourages her to drink a lot of water to flush her system. Hattie declares that she will talk to Abe and Kate about making Leo their head writer. Leo thanks her as she talks about how he’d be great at it. Hattie tells Leo that she had a blast and thanks him for inviting her. Hattie says she’ll see him around and calls him Lenny as she exits the room. Leo wonders what the hell is going on with Marlena.

John asks Marlena about the woman not looking like Abigail and being in some sort of accident. Marlena adds that she has no memory of anything before the accident. John questions the accident happening around the same time as they thought Abigail died. They talk about the possibility of Abigail being back.

Jack declares his beautiful daughter is back and excitedly hugs Abigail but she pushes him away and says please don’t.

Xander makes a phone call from the town square.

Fiona tries waking Brady up in the car and informs him that she has hit someone. Fiona gets out of the car and calls out asking if they can hear her. Fiona then gets down and realizes it was Sarah that she hit.

Leo walks through the town square, calling Gwen. Leo leaves a voicemail saying she never picks up but maybe she listens to his voicemails. Leo says it helps him because she will always be his BFF even if she hates him for good reason. Leo talks about being in therapy with Marlena partly to find out why he was such a terrible friend to Gwen. Leo then spots Xander in the town square. Xander is trying to call Sarah and leaves a voicemail, assuming she’s still helping Maggie find the key and maybe she lost her phone too but he hopes she gets this soon because they are very close to missing the last ferry. Leo continues his voicemail to Gwen, telling her about how “Marlena” is acting and he’s afraid to offend her by saying he’s freaked out by it. Leo tells Gwen that he knows he’ll never hear back from her but it helps him and he loves her. Xander leaves another voicemail for Sarah, saying he doesn’t want to pressure her but if the key doesn’t turn up then maybe they can go in the morning since tonight is their wedding night and he hoped to go somewhere special. Xander says he loves her and hangs up as Leo approaches and tells Xander that he loves him too. Xander tells Leo that he was talking to his wife. Leo thought the wedding went belly up. Xander informs him that they had a do-over this afternoon and no one interrupted this time. Leo jokes that you never know when Gwen might appear and then guesses that’s wishful thinking on his part. Leo talks about the voicemail he was leaving for Gwen and starts telling Xander about the Beverly Hillbillies. Xander tells him he doesn’t give a damn, especially right now. Leo says he does miss Gwen, but he’s glad she didn’t spoil his wedding ceremony. Xander adds that if he and Sarah can make it to the ferry on time, nothing will spoil the honeymoon either…

Fiona freaks out over hitting her son’s wife and worries about what to do, telling herself to pull it together. Fiona checks her pulse and is thankful that Sarah is still alive.

John tells Marlena that he wonders if the woman knows anything about how they ended up in the same room in Missouri. Marlena doesn’t think it’s a good time to ask her given all she has been through. John agrees to let Jack and Chad talk to her first and says his priority is getting out of this room. Marlena says her priority will be to get him home and pamper him. Marlena says she’s so glad he’s okay and that he’s back. John tells her how much he missed her as they hug. John says they will make up for lost time, starting right now as he kisses her. John hopes soon they will get some answers from that mystery woman.

Jack apologizes to Abigail as he knows they are all overwhelmed, but she’s his daughter. Abigail responds that she doesn’t know any of them and she thinks she needs to head back to Poplar Bluff. Chad asks her not to go. Abigail says they don’t understand that she doesn’t feel like she belongs here and none of it makes any sense to her at all. Kayla encourages that she is with her family here and she’s her aunt, so she does belong here with them. Abigail says she’s sorry and gets that they feel that way but she doesn’t know how that can be when they are all strangers to her and she does not know them. Chad insists that she does know them and he thinks she will remember them if she gives it some time. Chad says she just has to trust them and give it time. Chad offers to take her home with him which she questions. Chad clarifies that it won’t be the DiMera Mansion but to her family’s house where he lives with Julie and Doug. Chad talks about moving in there when he thought they had lost her. Chad mentions their kids which she questions. Chad tells her that they have a son and a daughter. Chad shows her a picture of Thomas and Charlotte on his phone. Kayla asks if she recognizes them. Abigail responds that she doesn’t and they wouldn’t recognize her either. Chad says they can explain it to them. Abigail questions how they are going to do that when he shows up at home with a strange woman and say it’s their dead mom. She worries that they would all be traumatized. Chad agrees and says they don’t have to go there. Chad doesn’t care where they go as he just wants to be with her.

Leo questions Xander about Sarah being off to get the key to the Horton Cabin. Leo asks about them really being happy together and starts ranting about marriage. Xander talks about he and Sarah being compatible in all kinds of ways in addition to mad sexual chemistry. Leo calls them a beautiful couple and starts talking about how Sarah could’ve been a movie star. Leo talks about how Xander must be proud of Sarah being a doctor. Xander asks him to stop talking. Leo calls him edgy for someone who just got married. Xander says he’s just stressed about missing the last ferry. Leo jokes that he can fill in and then wishes him a great wedding night, saying Sarah is very lucky to have him. Xander says he’s the lucky one as he’s screwed up so many times and Sarah is an angel on Earth so he will never take her for granted again. Leo congratulates him again and jokes that if he gets desperate, he knows where to find him as he walks away. Xander then calls Maggie and asks for an update. Xander asks if Sarah can’t find the key either but Maggie informs him that Sarah is not with her. Xander questions that, pointing out that she left him a while ago to go help her. Xander says there’s no need to worry and he’s sure everything is fine. Xander decides he will go check if she had car trouble and hangs up.

John and Marlena go to the Brady Pub. Marlena still thinks they should’ve gone straight home. John points out that the doctor gave him a clean bill of health, so he thinks he’s capable of having a burger. Marlena first presents John with the note that he left at Catarina’s grave site. Marlena explains that Steve found it there and they wouldn’t have read it since it’s personal, but there was blood on it and he was missing. John says he understands. Marlena asks if he was able to find closure. John says yes and no as he was glad he was able to pay his respects at the grave site, but being there brought it home for him that he took an innocent life.

Fiona worries about what she’s done and what she’s going to tell the police. Xander then comes looking for Sarah, so Fiona runs away. Xander finds Sarah on the ground. and rushes to her side, questioning who did this to her and what happened.

Fiona drives Brady home and says he’s lucky that she got his address from his driver’s license. Fiona tries to wake Brady back up but he remains asleep. Fiona remarks that there’s nothing for him to worry about and tells herself that she had no choice but to leave Sarah there as Xander was on the scene and will get Sarah the help that she needs.

Xander tries to talk to Sarah as she slowly regains consciousness. Xander tells her not to move as he’s going to get her some help. Xander calls for an ambulance to the town square as his wife has been hit by a car and needs help.

Marlena tells John that he’s the best man she’s ever known and that’s why Catarina’s death is weighing so heavily on him. Marlena assures they will get through it together, no matter how long it takes. Leo then walks in to the Pub and greets Marlena, noting that she didn’t tell him John was back. Leo points out that she also changed her clothes which Marlena questions. Leo jokes about her being bloated on pork rinds. Marlena says all she had today was a granola bar. Leo says he just watched her have a whole bag of pork rinds while they were watching their show which Marlena questions. John goes to find their waiter. Leo sits with Marlena and asks why she’s acting like they weren’t just hanging out at his place. Leo then guesses that she doesn’t want John to know that she’s fraternizing with a patient.

Jack tells Abigail that he knows it’s a lot to take in but the Horton house is very warm and welcoming. Chad adds that it used to be her favorite place in the world. Abigail says to her, it’s a strange house that she’s never been to before. She continues to question showing up to his kids with a strange woman to tell them it’s their mother that they don’t recognize. Chad agrees it would be traumatic and suggests the other option is the DiMera Mansion which Abigail agrees to go to.

Marlena tells Leo that she has no idea what he’s talking about. Leo agrees to pretend it never happened and says she understands socializing with her patients is against hospital policy so he says goodnight and goes to get a table. John returns to the table. Marlena tells him that was one of the strangest encounters she’s ever had. John says that’s Leo Stark for her. John then informs Marlena of the bad news that the kitchen is closed so the burger will have to wait. Marlena says they could go to a drive thru but John decides they should just go home. Marlena tells Leo it was good to see him. Leo says the same, joking about it being the first time tonight as Marlena and John exit the Pub.

Chad asks Jack to tell the kids that he’s staying at the DiMera Mansion tonight. Jack assures him that he’s got it. Kayla tells Abigail that if she needs to talk, she’s here for her day and night. Kayla then gets a call and says she’ll be there. Kayla hangs up and says she has to get to the ER. Kayla knows this whole situation must be strange but encourages Abigail that they all love her and will all be there for whatever she needs, however long it takes. Abigail thanks her as Kayla then exits. Jack tells her that Kayla is right that even if she doesn’t recognize them, it’s alright and they understand. Jack declares that what’s important is that she’s here and alive. Jack says there are no words. Abigail tells Chad that she’s ready so they exit together.

Hattie goes to the Brady Pub. Leo points out that she’s back and she changed again, thinking she’s Marlena. Hattie questions him. Leo asks what the hell is going on here and if she’s gaslighting him. Hattie asks what he is on about. Leo asks if she ditched her husband to come back to see him. She asks him what husband.

Xander sits at Sarah’s side in her hospital bed as Kayla enters the room. Xander explains to Kayla that they had just gotten married and she was hit by a car. Kayla tells Xander to leave the room so they can do their work. Xander calls out to Sarah that they have their whole lives ahead of them as he exits the room.

Fiona tells herself that she knows Xander will get Sarah to the hospital in time and she will pull through this. Fiona wonders what to do as she can’t just sit here. Fiona then gets a call from Xander and answers it, saying she thought he was on his honeymoon. Xander informs her that something happened and he needs her.

Hattie tells Leo that she’d love to stay and talk but she has to get to sleep as Roman rented her a room above the Pub. Hattie tells him it was nice seeing him again and heads to her room. Leo then tells himself that this is just like Everett, so he declares that Marlena has a split personality.

Marlena and John go home, where Marlena wonders why Brady parked in her space.

Xander calls Maggie, telling her he doesn’t know what happened but she needs to get to the hospital as he and Sarah need her. Fiona then arrives and hugs Xander, asking if Sarah is alright. Xander says he doesn’t know as they are working on her now but she was in bad shape. Fiona asks what happened. Xander responds that it was a hit and run as some bastard hit her with their car and just drove off, leaving Sarah on the side of the road. Fiona questions how anyone can do such a thing. Xander declares that when they find the driver, he’s going to tear them limb from limb as Fiona hugs him.

John tells Marlena that maybe Brady had a long day and was distracted when he pulled in. John decides he’ll give him a call but Marlena decides it’s late and there’s no harm done, so they head inside, unaware that Brady is passed out in his car.

Jack calls Jennifer and announces that he has news about Abigail.

Chad and Abigail go to the DiMera Mansion. Chad says it looks like nobody is around. They talk about the portrait of Stefano. Chad says he will let the staff know to make up a room for each of them. Abigail thanks him as Chad says he’ll be back and exits the room. Abigail then remarks that she guesses Abigail’s home.

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Maggie, Fiona, Xander, and Sarah have wedding cake together. Maggie asks how it feels to be husband and wife again. Xander responds that it’s only been about an hour, but it’s even better than the first time. Sarah agrees and says she’s so happy that Fiona could be there for the wedding on such short notice. Fiona says she wouldn’t have missed it for the world and praises Maggie officiating. Maggie calls it pure joy for her to marry her two favorite people on the planet. Xander brings up that he did take off his first day as CEO of Titan. Maggie is sure no one will hold it against him since it was his wedding day. Xander mentions that he did have an important meeting that he was hoping Brady could close the deal on for him, but he just got a text that Brady never even showed up, so he wonders what happened.

Brady drinks at Small Bar and orders another double. Brady looks at a picture of Tate on his phone as he drinks.

Tate and Holly are back at the Horton Cabin on Smith Island. Holly complains about Sophia still being mean to her but if she tells anyone about them, she’ll have to work at the Bistro. Tate hates that Holly is in the position. Holly says the important thing is that they get to spend time together. Tate asks if Holly honestly thinks that Sophia will keep quiet. Holly says she gave her money and promised more on the way, so she’s pretty positive that she will. Tate then gets a call from Brady and hopes that Holly is right, otherwise he will be in serious trouble.

Jack goes to see Kayla in her office at the hospital. Kayla hoped to see him and asks how it went in Poplar Bluff. Jack calls it quite an adventure, but aside from all that, he’s sure that she heard they found John being held captive in an abandoned building. Kayla calls it a crazy coincidence. Jack thinks it had something to do with their search for Abigail, but he doesn’t know how it fits yet. Kayla asks if they came home empty handed then. Jack reveals that they didn’t, so Kayla asks if they found Abigail.

Chad is at the hospital with the woman from Poplar Bluff. Chad warns her against the hospital coffee and talks about overwhelming this must be for her to have two strangers thinking she could be his dead wife or dead daughter. She admits it doesn’t happen every day. Chad thanks her for flying back with them to figure out the truth. She says not to thank her yet because she’s starting to think this was a huge mistake.

Fiona asks Xander who Brady is. Xander responds that he’s his idiot cousin or now his idiot nephew. Sarah tells Xander to be nice because Brady is a good person. Xander remarks that Brady totally flaked on helping him out today so he knew he shouldn’t have left him in charge. Maggie assures that Brady must have had a good reason as he’s usually reliable. Sarah points out that Maggie knows Brady better than most. Maggie confirms they have gotten close since she’s been his sponsor. Fiona questions that and assumes Maggie is in AA too, then apologizes and says it’s none of her business. Maggie says it’s alright as they are family now. Maggie then invites Fiona to a meeting while she’s in town. Fiona says that’s very kind and she’ll let her know. Sarah gets an alert on her phone that Theresa was transferred to prison earlier today and guesses that’s why Brady didn’t show up. Xander feels he still could’ve at least called to let him know.

Holly wonders if Sophia told Brady about them. Tate decides there’s only one way to find out and answers the call. Brady tells Tate that he just wanted to make sure he got to New York since he was supposed to call him when he landed. Tate apologizes and says he forgot. Brady mentions that it’s hard to hear him. Tate claims that the camp is in the woods so there’s not a lot of cell towers. Tate then tells Brady that it’s kind of hard to hear him too and asks where he is.

Jack informs Kayla that he and Chad met someone who could be Abigail, but she doesn’t look like her which Kayla questions. Jack explains that the woman told them that she was in a really bad accident a few years ago at the same time that Abigail died and had reconstructive surgery. Kayla questions her not knowing if she was Abigail. Jack adds that she said she had amnesia as the accident left her with no memory of her past. Kayla guesses it could be Abigail. Jack responds that is why they need Kayla to do a DNA test on her.

Chad questions the woman thinking it was a mistake. She’s afraid it was a big waste of his time and questions what are the odds that she’s his supposedly dead wife. Chad knows it sounds crazy but they were sent on a search that led to her and the pieces fit together so far. She feels it’s still far fetched, so she’s worried that they are setting themselves up for a terrible disappointment. Chad says it’s hard not to get hopes up but it will all be resolved soon after the DNA test as they will know one way or the other. She agrees but questions what if she is Abigail since they can’t just be together when she doesn’t know him at all. Jack comes over and announces that Kayla is ready to give the DNA test. She says they’ve come this far so there’s no sense in turning back now.

Xander and Sarah have champagne while Maggie and Fiona have sparkling cider. Xander asks who wants to make the first toast. Fiona goes first with an old Scottish wedding blessing which Sarah calls really beautiful. Xander toasts to Sarah, pointing out that if not for her, he and Fiona never would’ve reconnected. Xander adds that they have their issues to work out, but now thanks to Sarah, they have that chance and he’s so grateful. Fiona goes to refill her glass but secretly fills it with champagne instead of sparkling cider.

Tate asks Brady again where he is. Brady claims he’s at home but Tate questions the noise in the background. Brady claims it’s the TV. Brady says he’s glad he got to camp safely and that he got to see his mom before she was transferred to prison. Tate still wishes that Brady let him stay in Salem. Brady insists it’s important he doesn’t miss camp. Tate questions if that’s the only reason. Brady asks what he means. Tate says it kind of felt like Brady couldn’t wait to get rid of him. Brady says that’s so not true and he just wants him to honor his commitment to camp. Brady adds that he can’t wait for him to come home as he misses him already. Tate says he’s glad he called and they will talk soon. Brady says he loves him and hangs up. Tate assures Holly that Brady thinks he’s at camp, although he will be going home in a few weeks. Holly hopes they won’t have to meet in secret shortly after since their parents seemed kind of open to letting them date. Tate says his mom practically gave them her blessing after getting arrested. They talk about how they still have to be careful and make sure their parents don’t find out they were sneaking around all summer. Tate says they should make the most of their time together as they kiss.

Kayla gets a swab from the woman and Jack and says they will soon find out if they are father and daughter. Chad asks how long the results will take. Kayla says she will have the lab put a rush on it then it will take an hour or two. Kayla says they are welcome to wait there and she’ll be back as she exits. The woman mentions that she’s starving and asks about getting something to eat. Chad mentions the cafeteria downstairs but she bets the food isn’t any better than the coffee. Chad then offers to take her to a place he knows which she agrees to, so they exit together while Jack stays behind.

Sarah checks on Victoria and she’s still sleeping. Maggie says she’d be more than happy to take care of her if they are planning a honeymoon. They assure she will get that chance since they are determined to get away for at least a couple of days. Xander wishes it could be longer but he can’t afford to be away from Titan for that long. Sarah says that works for her since she can’t be away from Victoria that long. Fiona adds that she’s happy to pitch in as well as she would love to spend more time with her granddaughter. Xander asks if that means she’s sticking around Salem for awhile. Fiona says yes if that’s alright. Fiona then gets a text from Brady, inviting her to join him for drinks at Small Bar. Xander notices that she looks happy and asks if the message is from her secret man. Fiona says maybe, so Xander tells her not to let them keep her as they were about to wrap up the party anyways. Fiona decides in that case, she will let him know that she’s available.

Brady gets Fiona’s text back that she is on her way. The waiter comes over and remarks that this must be Brady’s home away from home since he heard him on the phone say that he was at home. Brady accuses him of eavesdropping on his private conversation. The waiter questions Brady saying it’s private when he’s in the middle of a bar. Brady doesn’t care and tells him that whatever he says on the phone is none of his business. The waiter tells him to forget he said anything and walks away while calling Brady a jackass which causes Brady to angrily confront him.

Tate and Holly continue kissing in the cabin. She starts lifting Tate’s shirt so he questions what she is doing. Holly responds that she thinks they should have sex.

Kayla returns to her office and tells Jack that the lab is working on the samples. Jack informs her that Chad and the woman went to get something to eat, but he thinks Chad may have had a hidden agenda.

Chad brings the woman to the DiMera Mansion. She thought they were going to a restaurant. Chad says he won’t let her starve and informs her that he texted the chef on the way over to whip something up for them. She asks where they are. Chad explains that this is his family’s estate where he lived with his wife and their two kids. Chad notes that Abigail didn’t love living there but it was their home. She guesses that’s why he brought her here, hoping it would trigger some memories. Chad admits he’d be lying if he said that wasn’t true. Chad asks if anything seems familiar as she looks around the living room.

Brady tells the waiter to have the guts to call him a name to his face. He tells Brady to calm down. Fiona then arrives and questions what’s going on. Brady complains that the waiter was eavesdropping and gave him attitude. Fiona assures it was just a misunderstanding and suggests not spoiling a good time before it starts. Brady agrees and goes back to the table while Fiona apologizes to the waiter and tells him to let it go and she’ll make sure he gets a big tip. Fiona joins Brady and says she was very glad to get his text. Brady says he was glad she responded and asks how the wedding was. Fiona says it was lovely while Brady comments on not wanting to spend that much time with Xander. Fiona points out that Xander is no big fan of Brady’s either, especially since he blew off the important meeting at Titan. Brady laughs as he forgot all about it and then explains that he ran in to his son. Fiona thought he was away at camp. Brady says he is and calls it a long story, then adds that he also had to go see his dad in the hospital. Fiona asks if he’s alright. Brady responds that he will be just fine but between all that, he missed the meeting and needed a drink. Fiona suggests ordering a couple of rounds.

Maggie tells Sarah and Xander that she’s enjoying Fiona’s company and calls her delightful. Xander feels she wouldn’t say that if she met her back when they lost Titus. Xander admits he hasn’t seen her like this since he was a kid so it’s like he finally got his real mother back. Maggie is glad she got herself together and credits Sarah for it all. Maggie asks if they have any idea where they want to go for their honeymoon. Sarah says they are saving the big honeymoon so they are thinking a few days somewhere like the Green Mountain Lodge. Maggie then suggests the Horton Cabin..

Tate tells Holly that he didn’t realize she was thinking about sex or thought they were ready for that. Holly questions why they wouldn’t be unless he doesn’t want to. Tate assures that he wants to. Holly says she does too as they continue kissing. Tate then removes his shirt and they kiss onto the couch. Holly starts to undress but Tate says maybe they should talk about this for a minute. Holly questions what there is to talk about. Tate asks if Holly’s ever done it before. Holly says no and Tate hasn’t either. Holly says it’s good that they can be each other’s first. Tate brings up that he doesn’t have any protection but Holly reveals that she does.

Jack finishes a call with Jennifer, saying he will let her know as soon as he knows anything. Kayla asks how Jennifer reacted when he told her about the woman they brought back. Jack says she’s just trying to stay neutral and doesn’t want to get her hopes up. Jack adds that it’s too late for him to do that obviously. Jack talks about believing Abigail is still alive and if it’s just a hoax, then it’s like having to grieve all over again. Jack is not sure that he and Jennifer can handle that heartbreak all over again.

The woman looks at the portrait of Stefano and guesses he’s the lord of the manor. Chad explains that Stefano was his father but he passed away several years ago. She calls him very intimidating. Chad says he was but Abigail didn’t mind standing up to him. She comments on a vase which Chad notes that Abigail bought when they lived in Paris together. Chad apologizes as he doesn’t mean to pressure her. She understands that he just needs her to be Abigail.

Sarah questions why she didn’t think of her family’s cabin. Xander asks if it’s definitely empty. Sarah assures that it is. Maggie thinks it’s a great idea as it’s cozy and romantic. Maggie adds that Johnny and Chanel spent their honeymoon there earlier this year. Sarah jokingly reminds that Julie showed up and kind of ruined the romance. Maggie promises they would be completely alone with no unexpected visitors. Xander decides that sounds perfect. Sarah points out that it’s only a ferry ride away, so they could start their honeymoon tonight…

Holly tells Tate that she got protection from the drug store while waiting for him in the town square. Tate jokes that he didn’t know she had this whole agenda. Holly explains that when she ran in to Sophia, she was grilling her about if they’ve done it and when she said no, she was giving her a hard time about it. Tate questions why Sophia would do that when it’s none of her business. Holly notes that Sophia did point out that Tate rented them a hotel room on prom night. Tate insists that was so they could be alone, not so he could seduce her or something. Holly questions what he’s saying and worries that Sophia was right that he changed his mind about her. Tate assures that she has no idea how badly he wants to be with her. Holly asks what they are waiting for then and kisses him. Tate stops her and says this is a bad idea.

Fiona and Brady laugh together as he tries to explain Tate being the son of one of his exes while another of his exes gave birth to him while they continue drinking. Fiona thinks they should take this back to her place. Brady says he’d like to but he has to go home because his family needs him. Brady and Fiona then kiss at the table.

Kayla tells Jack that she’s so sorry that he and his family are going through this. Kayla asks how JJ reacted to the news. Jack says that he think Clyde is lying and refuses to believe his sister is alive. Kayla hopes he’s wrong and says she will go check the tests so hopefully they can finally get answers.

Chad and the woman eat sandwiches at the DiMera Mansion. Chad talks about how the sandwich was a Vietnamese meal that he and Abigail had ordered in the past. Chad then gets a text that the DNA test results are in.

Holly asks Tate why this is a bad idea. Tate doesn’t like that Sophia made her feel insecure, so he feels like they’d just be doing it to prove a point like Sophia is forcing them in to it. Holly questions if he feels forced. Tate says that’s not what he means and repeats that he doesn’t like that Sophia made her feel weird for waiting and he doesn’t want that to be the reason they decide not to wait. Holly admits she gets that and she doesn’t want that to be the reason either. Holly says when they actually do go through it, she wants to spend the whole night with him. Tate says he would like that too as they hug. Holly decides she should get back to the Kiriakis Mansion and put Maggie’s key back, not that anyone’s looking for it tonight anyways…

Xander and Sarah walk through the town square. Sarah says they can catch the last ferry to Smith Island. Xander jokes about Sarah bringing all her clothes when she won’t need them as they kiss. Sarah then gets a call from Maggie and asks if she’s on her way. Maggie responds that she can’t seem to find the key to the Horton Cabin and wonders if Johnny and Chanel still had it. Sarah confirms they gave it back to her and she put it in the drawer in the study. Maggie assures it’s not there so Sarah decides she will come over and help her find it. Sarah tells Xander that they have half an hour before the next ferry. Xander offers to go with her but Sarah tells him to go buy their ferry tickets to save time.

Chad and the woman return to Kayla’s office where Jack tells them that Kayla will be back soon with the test results. Jack asks where they went to eat. Chad tells him it was his family estate. Jack asks if she recognized anything but she didn’t. Kayla then returns with the DNA test results and offers it to them to open. The woman suggests Chad do the honors. Chad then opens the envelope and reads the test results, so Jack asks what it says.

Fiona goes driving with Brady passed out in her back seat. Fiona says there was no way that she was going to let him drive home in this state. Sarah then walks out of the town square and in to the street, causing a crash with Fiona’s car.

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Kate sits in the Brady Pub and texts Abe, asking if it’s done.

Abe is at the Body and Soul office and gets Kate’s texts, asking if he told Bonnie there is no way they are casting her as Cassandra Lovegood. Bonnie then arrives and greets Abe, calling him her favorite soap opera producer. Bonnie calls it an honor to read for the part but calls it just a formality because he was born to play the role.

Stefan remains in the living room of the DiMera Mansion with a drink and tells the portrait of Stefano that they are toasting to the health of his marriage since he decided to take Kristen’s advice and not tell Gabi that he cheated on her with Ava.

In the town square, Johnny questions Ava about Kristen hiring her to oversee all new business ventures at DiMera including the relaunch of Gabi Chic. Johnny has no doubt that Ava can handle herself at DiMera, but doesn’t see why she would choose to do so. Ava acknowledges that she and Gabi have had trouble playing nice in the past but they’ve agreed to bury the hatchet. Johnny wonders which one will cut the other off at the knees. Ava appreciates his concern but insists that any animosity that she and Gabi had is a thing of the past.

Gabi questions why Connie thinks Stefan cheated on her. Connie decides it’s none of her business but Gabi says she obviously heard or saw something that has her confused and questions who she thinks Stefan cheated on her with. Connie says it was Ava. Gabi reminds her that Stefan was only pretending to be dating Ava as it was all a show since they were being forced to run drugs for Clyde Weston. Gabi calls it all a ruse. Connie wishes for her sake that was true. Gabi states that they kissed a couple times and it was no big deal. Connie asks if she’s sure about that. Gabi admits a few years ago, if she found out some other woman even looked at her man, she would’ve been horrified and out for revenge but going to prison for a second time gave her a lot of time to think about what’s important and that is her husband and daughter. Gabi declares that Stefan told her everything that happened so they are putting it behind them and so is Ava. Connie guesses that she must have heard wrong then. Connie tells Gabi how excited she is for her vision of the Gabi Chic relaunch. Gabi then asks Connie what exactly she heard. Connie claims it’s not important but Gabi insists that she wants to put whatever rumor to rest so they can get back to work. Connie then reveals that she overheard Ava talking to Kristen and she didn’t mean to eavesdrop. Gabi yells at Connie to just tell her what she heard. Connie then admits to Gabi that Ava was telling Kristen that she had sex with Stefan.

Leo sits in his room at the Salem Inn, typing up a script for Body and Soul on his laptop. Leo declares that after this script, the ratings for Body and Soul will go through the roof. Hattie then arrives at his door, noting that Leo seems surprised to see her so she asks if he was expecting someone else. Leo says no and calls it a new look for Marlena. Hattie reminds him that he invited her over to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race, so she brought snacks.

Roman joins Kate at the Pub and says he knows her look all too well, guessing that somebody is in her doghouse. Kate confirms that’s Abe as she can’t believe she let him strongarm her in to casting Hattie as Charlemagne and letting Leo write a trial script. Roman admits that sounds like a double dose of trouble. Kate says it gets worse since Bonnie is chomping at the bit to play Cassandra and remarks that their reboot of Body and Soul is starting to seem more like amateur hour at the Salem community theatre. Roman encourages seeing a mime showing of Hamlet there. Kate complains that Abe won’t listen to a word she says. Roman suggests just telling Abe to tell Bonnie no. Kate says that she did, so hopefully he’s giving Bonnie the bad news as they speak.

Bonnie asks Abe where he wants her to audition but Abe stops her and says she’s not auditioning today.

Johnny tells Ava that he’s going to be directing Body and Soul as Abe and Kate just hired him. Ava calls that great, given his love for filmmaking. Johnny praises her at DiMera and says that she and Gabi are both very talented, so he’s sure they will be a force to be reckoned with. Ava thanks him. Johnny decides he should get to the production office because Abe wanted him to weigh in on an actress they are looking at for Cassandra Lovegood. Johnny tells Ava that it was good catching up and walks away. Stefan then approaches Ava and says he heard she had a chat with Gabi. Ava confirms that she backed up the story that they only kissed a couple times. Stefan complains about feeling like a slime ball for lying to his wife on their anniversary. Ava encourages that he did what he had to do to protect his marriage. Ava argues that he has a real shot at happiness and questions why screwing that up.

Connie tells Gabi that she’s so sorry that she had to hear the painful truth from her. Gabi argues that it’s not the truth and that Connie must have misheard or assumed they were talking about sex. Connie insists that she didn’t just assume since Ava said “I have this terrible feeling that Stefan is going to tell Gabi that he and I slept together while she was in prison.”

Stefan tells Ava that Kristen told him the same thing after he was convinced on coming clean with Gabi, but Kristen talked him out of it by saying it would be selfish to tell Gabi. Stefan adds that he and Ava never would’ve slept together had they not been wasted. Ava agrees and talks about how Gabi’s wrath would be directed at both of them. Stefan says it’s not pretty when Gabi is angry. Ava calls it all the more reason to keep Gabi in the dark.

Gabi declares that she will kill him and trashes the flowers that Stefan sent to her. Connie asks if Gabi is okay. Gabi says she’s fine and asks when exactly Connie heard Ava talking to Kristen. Connie informs her that it was when Gabi was out with Stefan for their anniversary and she rushed over to the Bistro to tell her because she couldn’t stand the thought of Ava and Stefan making a fool of her. Gabi questions why she didn’t tell her. Connie says she saw how happy Gabi looked with Stefan and she couldn’t bring herself to ruin that. Gabi questions why she’s telling her now then. Connie says she heard her talking about putting the past behind her with Ava but she knew that she didn’t know about this, so she didn’t feel right keeping a secret like this from her.

Hattie tells Leo that she got excited and came over early. Leo talks about their relationship having boundaries as if she is Marlena. Leo points out that he doesn’t have a couch so they’ll just have to sit on the bed as they watch TV. Hattie says it will be so much fun and thanks him for inviting her to hang out. Leo talks about being surprised she could make it. Hattie shows him that she brought pork rinds and root beer which surprises Leo. Hattie then asks Leo what he’s writing on his laptop. Leo calls it a sample script for Body and Soul, explaining that it’s being rebooted in Salem. Hattie excitedly exclaims that she’s the star of the show, leaving Leo confused.

Bonnie asks Abe if they are getting rid of Cassandra. Abe explains that they just think she needs a little more acting experience. Bonnie argues that Hattie doesn’t have experience. Bonnie reminds Abe how she pretended to be Adrienne for months, thinking that counts for something. Johnny arrives and asks if he’s coming in the middle of a scene. Bonnie explains Abe not letting her audition because she doesn’t have acting experience. Bonnie points out that she even fooled Justin while pretending to be Adrienne. Johnny admits that she has a point. Abe tells him not to encourage her. Bonnie argues that they haven’t cast the role yet so he has nothing to lose by letting her audition. Johnny tells Abe to give her a shot.

Connie claims that it kills her to have to tell Gabi this because she’s the last person she would ever want to hurt. Connie asks if Gabi is mad at her. Gabi says she’s grateful to her for being the only person in her life to tell her the truth when everyone else has been lying to her face. Gabi screams that she has to get out of here to find that lying son of a bitch that she made the mistake of marrying. After Gabi storms out of the office, Connie happily remarks that Gabi is going to destroy her life just like she destroyed Li’s.

Hattie tells Leo that she is playing Charlemagne which shocks Leo as he thinks she is Marlena. Leo questions her giving up her life’s work to be an actor on a soap opera.

Roman tells Kate that he knows she’d be reluctant to hire Leo Stark but from what he hears, Hattie’s gotten great reviews. Kate argues that Roman just has a soft spot for Hattie so he’s defending her. Roman points out that they owe Hattie since she’s the one who convinced him to forgive her for the whole Steve/Stefano debacle. Kate says she has nothing personal against Hattie but she’s not leading lady material. Roman encourages that she could grow in to the role. Kate says that Abe said the same thing and decides that she will let Hattie and Leo hang themselves but she draws the line at Bonnie. Kate declares there is no way that she is letting Bonnie near her set. Roman thinks she might be getting all worked up over nothing since Abe might have already kicked Bonnie to the curb.

Abe tells Bonnie that he and Kate have made their decision and they don’t believe she is right for the part. Bonnie says she understands and that she was just over the moon, thinking that she might be on television but guesses it’s not in the cards for her. Johnny stops her and questions how Abe knows Bonnie isn’t right for the part if he never even let her read. Johnny points out that Abe doesn’t know his work and he hired him. Johnny then offers to direct Bonnie’s audition. Bonnie says she would be grateful and compares it to being in a play in fourth grade. Abe tells them to get on with it as they are running out of time. Bonnie talks about being nervous. Johnny wants Abe to think of it as his audition too since he will direct Bonnie. Bonnie promises that if Abe thinks she sucks, she will totally understand. Abe agrees to let them do the audition. Bonnie excitedly hugs Abe, promising that he won’t regret it.

Gabi races to the town square where she sees Stefan and Ava. Gabi remarks to herself that they are probably planning their next sleazy encounter in public. Stefan talks to Ava about the guilt while Ava encourages that he did the right thing. Ava reminds Stefan that they just need to forget it ever happened, so they can all just move on. Gabi then walks up and asks if someone said her name.

Johnny gives Bonnie her script. Bonnie talks about actors sometimes having a hard time memorizing lines and brings up cue cards but Abe says to just start the audition. Bonnie tells Johnny to direct her as she’s ready. Johnny encourages her to be natural with real, raw emotion which Bonnie calls her specialty. Bonnie starts but struggles and asks to start over.

Leo is having a hard time picturing Marlena as an actor. Hattie argues that he doesn’t even know her and asks what he does picture her as. Leo brings up the people she helps that need her. Hattie remarks that all they do is complain. Leo comments that everyone is entitled to reinvent themselves. Hattie calls that a chapter in her favorite self help book. Leo says that’s his favorite so she must be putting him on. Hattie then says they have to quit chatting because their show is about to start.

Connie says to herself that Gabi should be at the Bistro by now and she wishes she could be there to watch her marriage to Stefan go down in flames.

Gabi says it looked intense and asks what Ava and Stefan were talking about. Ava responds that they were talking about how glad they are that Gabi knows what happened between them. Gabi questions if she means that they kissed a couple times while pretending to be a couple. Ava insists it meant nothing so Gabi guesses there’s nothing more to talk about. Stefan asks Gabi if everything is okay. Gabi asks why it wouldn’t be. Stefan asks if she believes him that nothing else happened between he and Ava. Gabi asks what possible reason she would have to think he would lie about it. Stefan says he wouldn’t but asks why Gabi came by. Gabi says she was on her way to the Bistro and saw them, so she wanted to thank Stefan for the flowers and for her husband to know how much she appreciates him. Gabi then kisses Stefan and tells Ava that she will see her at work. Gabi says she will see Stefan at home and walks away.

Roman tells Kate that she has to admire what Hattie, Leo, and Bonnie are doing by trying to change their lives for the better with legitimate work. Kate insists that Bonnie will have to find another way because she will not sign off on her being cast on the show.

Johnny encourages Bonnie to relax. Bonnie talks about being so nervous that it might not get any better. Johnny encourages channeling the nerves in to positive energy. Johnny directs Bonnie to use a time where she felt guilty to relate to Cassandra feeling guilty. Bonnie doesn’t like to dwell on that as it makes her think she doesn’t deserve Justin’s love because what she did was unforgivable. Bonnie points out that Justin did forgive her even if she still hates herself for what she did. Johnny says he’s sorry to hear that but encourages her to use this in the scene. Bonnie then emotionally begins reading the script. Johnny tells her after that it was fantastic. Bonnie credits Johnny’s directing. Johnny calls her a talented actor who got completely lost in the character and was believable. Johnny turns to Abe, who admits it was wonderful. Bonnie asks what that means. Abe announces that Bonnie has the part which thrills her.

Leo and Hattie finish watching RuPaul’s Drag Race. Hattie calls it the most fun she’s ever had with her clothes on. Leo tells her that he’s really enjoying this new side of her.

Abe joins Kate at the Brady Pub. Kate asks if Bonnie gave him a hard time when he told her that she couldn’t play Cassandra. Abe responds that she didn’t because he told her that she could play Cassandra.

Bonnie tells Johnny that she can’t believe it and she can’t wait to tell Justin that she’s going to be a soap star. Johnny congratulates her but notes that now she has to put in the real work which Bonnie questions. Johnny says he has notes on how to make her performance better, pointing out that her character of Cassandra is using her emotions to manipulate people. Bonnie compares it to how she manipulated him in to caring about her feelings and starts coming on to him, but reveals she was just acting which Johnny admits was convincing. Johnny decides he has no more notes for her and tells her to just learn her lines and he will see her at rehearsal. Bonnie thinks they will work well together.

Stefan asks Ava if she thinks Gabi knows. Ava asks why he would say that. Stefan points out that Gabi was acting weird. Ava insists that if Gabi knew, she would’ve said something and taken a knife to their throats. Stefan agrees and decides she doesn’t know then. Ava tells him that Gabi has accepted what they have told her and she trusts him. Ava adds that she and Gabi are co-existing at work so maybe one day they will actually be friends.

Gabi returns to the DiMera Enterprises office and tells Connie that she’s not going to confront Stefan. Connie asks if she’s just going to let them get away with it. Gabi says she’s not one to do that, bringing up how she almost blew up Julie’s heart. Gabi declares that right now, she needs to focus on getting proof that Stefan slept with Ava. Connie brings up Ava saying it herself. Gabi says that Ava will just deny it if she confronts her about it, so she’s going to need as much ammunition as possible to blow them out of the water and she’s going to need Connie’s help to do that.

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Stephanie finds one of Alex’s ties outside his door and brings it in to him at his apartment. Alex comments on the tie and how Titan was as close to he’ll get to power again. Alex talks about getting moved back in and how he was so busy running Titan that he never really got rid of anything so it was an easy move. Stephanie figures there must be something to do and tells Alex to put her to work. Alex is sure she has better things to do than help him unpack. Stephanie says she’s her own boss so she took a mental health day and sitting in her apartment, staring at the walls while thinking of the man she loved that died is not a great prescription for mental health. Alex asks if she wants to talk. Stephanie knows he has better things to do and says she already talked his ear off last night. Alex reminds her that he’s there for her any time.

Paulina goes to see Jada in the commissioner’s office at the police station. Paulina encourages the job Jada is doing and how citizens are relieved that Rafe’s would-be assailant is no longer on the streets or a threat to society. Paulina apologizes since Jada was married to Bobby. Jada shows Paulina the “suicide note” that Everett is thought to have left and says it’s bothering her.

Chanel joins Johnny in the town square. Johnny calls it unbelievable that Rafe got stabbed just because Jada’s jealous ex wanted her back. Chanel knows it must be hard for Jada to work the case. Johnny adds that he’s sure Jada feels responsible. Chanel remarks that no one is to blame except for that loony psychopath, right as Connie walks up and tells her to shut her mouth.

Ava goes to the DiMera Enterprises office and brings flowers to Gabi, saying that a messenger just delivered them. Gabi reads the note that they are from Stefan and calls him Mr. Romantic.

Kristen enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion and comments on Stefan pacing inside. Stefan questions Kristen thinking their family business will survive with her hours. Kristen says she came to see her daughter Rachel and since she will be running the place one day, she considers it work hours. Kristen asks why Stefan isn’t serving people lunch. Stefan responds that he hires waiters for that and that he came back here to weigh his options in regards to his marriage. Kristen asks if there’s trouble in paradise already again. Stefan tells her that it’s guilt that is making him physically sick. Stefan complains that he cheated on his wife while she was in prison and tells Kristen that the only cure for what’s eating him up inside is to tell Gabi the truth, so maybe he needs to bite the bullet and do just that. Kristen jokes that she’ll help him search the house for his remaining common sense. Stefan tells her to imagine how it made him feel that yesterday was their anniversary. Stefan explains that he wined and dined Gabi at the Bistro and recited a poem, then before he knew it, Gabi wanted to know all about the time they were apart and the time he spent pretending to date Ava. Stefan adds that he told Gabi that he and Ava kissed twice which is the truth, but lying to Gabi’s face on their anniversary is wrong and he needs to make it right.

Gabi says she’s a lucky woman and thanks Ava for letting her leave work to be with Stefan. Gabi adds that she got a little more than she bargained for at their lunch since she and Stefan talked and he told her about everything that happened between he and Ava while she was in prison.

Connie tells Chanel and Johnny that the person who stabbed Rafe was not a psycho. Johnny questions who she is and why she’s defending the guy. Connie argues that the paper said Everett Lynch had a mental illness so their words were uncalled for. Chanel agrees that she should’ve chosen her words more carefully. Johnny remarks that whoever stabbed Rafe is clearly disturbed as they would have to be to try and murder a completely innocent man.

Jada tells Paulina that she printed the suicide note off Everett’s computer and that Bobby allegedly wrote it which Paulina questions. Jada states that the more she reads it, she can’t shake the feeling that something is not right.

Stephanie tells Alex how Everett could be so sweet, funny, and smart so it’s hard for her to imagine that he did what he confessed to doing. Alex points out that it was Bobby. Stephanie notes that Bobby was a part of Everett. Stephanie feels she should’ve seen the signs since she and Everett were almost engaged. Alex argues that he was hiding parts of himself for his entire life. Stephanie feels stupid. Alex relates to part of him knowing he shouldn’t have trusted Theresa but he ate up every one of her lies and now he’s hoping that they don’t reduce her jail sentence because of her ISA brother and father pulling strings. Stephanie then informs Alex that she just talked to Andrew, who confirmed Theresa is on her way to prison but only for six months. Alex is shocked that Theresa only gets six months for ruining his life.

Jada tells Paulina that once she got over the initial shock, something has just been nagging at her as it doesn’t sound like Bobby with the phrasing. Jada says anyone could type a note. Paulina asks if she’s talking about anyone in particular.

Connie tells Johnny and Chanel that Rafe didn’t deserve a knife in the back and she hopes he gets better for Gabi’s sake. Johnny questions her knowing Gabi. Connie then introduces herself as Gabi’s new executive assistant. Johnny then introduces himself, noting that Gabi is married to his uncle, and introduces his wife Chanel. Connie tells Chanel it’s a pleasure to meet her as she’s at the Bakery all the time. Connie apologizes for being testy earlier and says she will order some biscuits now. Connie talks about Gabi being through so much with her brother in the hospital and how horribly she’s been betrayed by the people close to her. Johnny questions what she means by that.

Ava hopes Gabi and Stefan had better things to do on their anniversary than talk about the misery that Clyde put them through. Gabi clarifies that they just talked about the part where Ava and Stefan pretended to date. Ava questions Stefan telling her everything. Gabi confirms that Stefan told her about the two times they kissed. Ava tells Gabi that she’s sorry. Gabi says she knows it was just about keeping Harris from being suspicious about the shady business at the Bistro. Gabi adds that now that she and Stefan have talked about it, she feels she can put the whole thing behind her. Gabi declares it’s so much better to know what happened than to sit around, imagining the worst.

Kristen asks Stefan what he thinks is going to happen when he tells Gabi everything. Stefan admits it’s going to be tough but feels they have made it through worse. Kristen asks if he’s sure about that. Kristen talks about Gabi having her legs broken in prison while Stefan was helping Ava live out her fantasies from her favorite erotic novel. Kristen laughs as Stefan complains about Ava telling her everything about it. Kristen remarks that if Stefan had an actual friend, maybe they would talk him out of this lunacy. Stefan tells her that she’s not helping. Kristen tells Stefan to get it over with but warns him that Hell hath no fury and she should know because she’s been there.

Alex talks to Stephanie about Theresa moving in because she had nowhere else to go. Alex laments that Theresa played him so damn hard. Stephanie says she’s upset for how Theresa treated him and her involvement with Konstantin, but admits that she cares about her and how she’s self-destructed makes her more sad than angry. Alex states that he’s just angry. Stephanie understands but wishes she could’ve done something to make this less complicated for him. Stephanie feels maybe she would’ve paid more attention if she wasn’t caught up in her own problems.

Jada agrees with Paulina that maybe she needs to just close this file and move on because it’s way too personal for her and she doesn’t know if she can trust her gut. Paulina blames herself for wanting the best person possible to take over for Rafe. Jada assures that she can do it and that she was reluctant out of respect for Rafe but she wants to be the one who brings justice. Paulina worries about how painful it is for Jada. Jada feels she’s just making it worse by dwelling on the note. Jada suggests maybe she’s looking for someone to blame because she thinks she’s the person to blame.

Chanel asks Connie who betrayed Gabi. Connie thinks back to overhearing Ava and Kristen talking about Ava sleeping with Stefan. Connie then says nevermind and that she shouldn’t have said anything, especially not to Johnny. Johnny guesses Connie thinks someone from his family betrayed Gabi, which she admits.

Ava is glad Gabi is feeling better. Gabi hopes she is too as she’s noticed that Ava feels uncomfortable around her. Gabi acknowledges that Ava pretended to date her husband and kissed him twice. Gabi says neither of them are comfortable with that but it doesn’t have to make things weird forever. Gabi declares that she would love it if they could put everything behind them and focus on having a great working relationship going forward. Gabi says with all that she’s dealt with and with Rafe in the hospital, she just wants peace and harmony.

Stefan tells Kristen that Gabi is not a woman scorned and calls her the woman that he loves with every fiber of his being. Kristen remarks that he’ll be a man scorned when she finds out what he did. Kristen argues that she’s supporting Stefan not being a total idiot. Kristen then tells Stefan to pretend that she’s Gabi while he explains everything. Stefan asks if she’s joking. Kristen says she’s trying to help him and tells him to improvise what will be the most important conversation of his entire marriage. Kristen reminds Stefan to include why she should forgive him afterwards. Stefan tries but can’t find the words so Kristen tells him he isn’t doing a great job with this and might as well enter witness protection. Stefan complains that Kristen isn’t helping and declares that he’s going to go with his gut and confess. Kristen calls it a coming disaster. Stefan mentions speaking with Ava yesterday and she told him that Connie almost walked in on them talking about it, so he asks what if Gabi had walked in. Kristen argues that Ava is the one who can’t keep her mouth shut about it. Stefan says that’s because Ava feels as guilty as he does. Stefan can’t risk Gabi finding out from Kristen, Ava, or anyone. Stefan declares that if the secret is going to come out, he needs to be the one to spill it.

Gabi tells Ava that she’s really glad they are on the same page about all this. Ava says she wouldn’t have been so eager to work with her if she thought it would be a problem. Gabi thought Kristen forced her in to it. Ava says she’s surprised Gabi thought that since Kristen isn’t her biggest fan. Gabi says that deep down, Kristen knows that she will need people like them if she wants to remain the boss. Gabi talks about them being workhorses unlike Kristen, but adds that Connie is too. Ava calls Connie a surprising new hire. Gabi knows she’s eccentric but remarks that with research, you wouldn’t believe what Connie can dig up. Ava asks where Connie is.

Johnny guesses that Connie thinks EJ betrayed Gabi since he put her in prison. Connie realizes that Johnny is EJ’s son and claims that is what she’s talking about. Connie says it was nice meeting them and walks away.

Paulina assures Jada that she is not responsible for what happened to Everett. Jada argues that she’s the one who called him in to the police station, confronted him, and accused him of stabbing Rafe which is when he said he didn’t feel well and went straight to his hotel where he wrote the suicide note, took the pills, and died. Paulina argues that he took his life because of the things he did, not because Jada was on to him. Jada wishes she believed that and that she never let him go.

Alex tells Stephanie that it’s not her job to rescue him from Theresa. Stephanie remains so sorry that he got hurt so badly. Alex thanks her and says he’s sorry about what she’s going through. Alex brings up the plates that Theresa bought for his apartment and says he may not be Victor’s son, but he’s still half Greek and brings up his favorite Greek wedding tradition. Alex decides he and Stephanie are going to smash the plates.

Paulina encourages that Jada had nothing to hold Bobby on and she was following the law, so she has no responsibility for what happened after he left. Jada admits that she knows she’s right. Paulina convinces Jada to close the case. Jada thanks her for everything. Paulina says she’s there for anything she needs. Jada thanks her as they hug. Paulina then exits the office. Jada sits back down and goes to close the folder but something catches her eye.

Alex and Stephanie finish smashing the plates and cleaning up the mess. Alex jokes that he was exorcising the ghost of Theresa and that it was worth it. Stephanie thanks him for helping her feel better. Alex reluctantly admits they have to thank Theresa but Stephanie credits Alex for the idea. Stephanie then gets a text from Jada that she needs her at the police station and wonders what that’s about.

Chanel and Johnny sit together and talk about Connie being eccentric.

Kristen tells Stefan that she doesn’t get him, going over how he came back from the dead in a miracle and they busted their asses to get Gabi out of prison, so he finally has her back but instead of clear sailing for the rest of their lives, he wants to throw it away. Stefan argues that there’s more than one solution to this problem and points out that he knows Gabi better than she does. Kristen points out that she’s a woman and tells Stefan not to say that she didn’t warn him.

Gabi and Ava agree that they are glad they cleared the air. Connie arrives with biscuits from the Bakery as Ava leaves to go meet with a new distributor. Connie asks Gabi how Rafe is. Gabi says he’s the same and thanks her for asking. Connie asks what that was all about with Ava. Gabi says they were just hashing out a few things. Connie asks like what and then says it’s not her business. Gabi says she’s glad that she asked since she may have heard rumors going around about Stefan and Ava being involved, but nothing really happened between them and they’ve agreed to put it behind them. Connie questions if Gabi is sure about that.

Stephanie joins Jada in the commissioner’s office. Jada says she’s sorry to drag her down again but she noticed that Stephanie never signed her witness statement. Stephanie didn’t think she’d be reliving all of this. Jada apologizes and calls it just a formality since obviously his death was ruled a suicide and he confessed to stabbing Rafe. Stephanie signs the statement and asks if it’s over. Jada states that Paulina convinced her to put all of this to bed, so that’s exactly what she’s going to do. Jada tells her to consider the file officially closed.

Chanel jokes with Johnny about how Body and Soul could use a character like Connie to stir things up. Paulina arrives and comments on Abe talking about Body and Soul night and day. Chanel tells Paulina about healthy muffins she made just for her, so she takes her to the Bakery. Ava approaches and greets Johnny, saying she heard he was moving to Hollywood. Johnny informs her that it turns out he’s sticking around which Ava says she’s glad to hear. Johnny mentions hearing that she left the Brady Pub for DiMera Enterprises and calls that the last place he saw her ending up. Johnny asks Ava about working with Gabi and how that’s going. Ava admits she was a bit worried at first but she thinks it’s all going to turn out just fine.

Gabi assures Connie that nothing happened between Stefan and Ava and questions why she would ask something like that. Gabi then gets a call from Stefan, who says he just wanted to hear her voice as Kristen pours a drink. Gabi tells Stefan that she was just about to call as she loved the flowers he sent and she loves him more. Stefan asks Gabi how her day is. Gabi responds that she just finished a long conversation with Ava as she told her that they talked and they are in a good place now. Gabi admits she couldn’t imagine relaunching Gabi Chic without Ava. Stefan says that’s good and he’s happy for her. Stefan tells Gabi that he loves her more than she could ever imagine, so he will let her get back to her work day. Gabi says she’ll see him later and hangs up. Kristen brings him a drink and mocks that being a practice run. Stefan then admits he couldn’t do it. Kristen asks if he thinks she’s right then which he reluctantly admits. Stefan declares that Gabi can’t find out because it would break her heart.

Gabi tells Connie that she likes her but she doesn’t appreciate her asking questions like that since of course Stefan was telling her the truth. Connie says she doesn’t want to be the one to have to tell Gabi this. Gabi asks if she’s quitting. Connie says it’s not about her but about Gabi and repeats that she doesn’t want to be the one to say this. Connie then tells Gabi that Stefan cheated on her.

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Tate and Holly walk through the town square. Holly tells Tate to find somewhere to stay hidden while she goes to buy them tickets for the Smith Island ferry. After Holly walks away, Brady walks through the town square and bumps in to Tate and is shocked as he questions what the hell he is doing back in town.

Andrew massages Paul in their room at the Salem Inn, noting that he is very tense. Paul talks about how he thought his dad was in Greece, only to find out he was attacked and being held in Missouri of all places. Andrew calls it crazy and knows he’s anxious to hear from him but at least they know John is okay.

John returns home to Marlena. They embrace as Marlena says she’s so glad to see him. Marlena asks why he didn’t call as she would’ve picked him up at the airport. John says his flight landed earlier so he just wanted to get home and surprise her. Marlena asks where Jack is. John explains that Jack stayed behind with Chad because they are still looking for answers about Abigail.

In Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Chad shows Abigail’s bracelet to Jack, who questions how that can be and if she was wearing it the night she died. Chad says he can’t remember for sure even though parts of that night have stuck with him so much. Chad says he’s just drawing a blank. Jack apologizes and says he understands. Chad insists that Abigail was wearing the bracelet the night she died and that’s no other explanation. Chad declares that this proves the woman in the video is Abigail and he’s not leaving until she comes back. Jack reminds Chad that they just found John in this room 24 hours ago and when the people responsible for that come back, they will be sitting ducks. Chad points out that they haven’t come back yet and he doesn’t care if it leads them to Abigail. Jack states there’s another explanation about the bracelet, reminding Chad that Leo stole some jewelry from Abigail and sold some of it to Clyde, who gave it to Nancy, which was why he was a suspect in Abigail’s murder. Chad asks where he’s going with this. Jack points out that Clyde may have held on to the bracelet and left it there for Chad to find as proof to perpetuate a hoax and make them think that Abigail is still alive. Jack says he’s sorry but they have to be clear-headed about this. A woman appears outside the door as Jack tells Chad the the bracelet doesn’t necessarily mean that Abigail was ever there.

Marlena tells John that she has a million questions but is sure he doesn’t want a third degree. John stumbles back so Marlena grabs onto him and asks if he’s alright. John claims he’s fine but Marlena says after all he’s been through, she thinks he should get checked out. John decides she’s the doctor, so Marlena walks him out of the house.

Andrew encourages Paul that John will call as soon as he’s home and it will all be over now. Andrew assures that John will be fine and that Marlena told him not to worry. Paul responds that it’s not just about John, but Brady too, as he wishes he knew what was going on with him.

Brady questions what Tate is doing here when he’s supposed to be at lacrosse camp. Tate calls it a long story. Brady says it better be a good one. Tate suggests they get lunch but Brady says they are going to deal with this right now. Brady guesses that Tate is here to see Holly. Holly sees them from a distance and is shocked. Sophia approaches Holly and asks why she’s lurking back here. Sophia then sees Tate and suggests they go say hello but Holly says no and pulls her away. Brady tells Tate that he already knows what’s going on and tells him to just admit he came to see Holly. Tate says obviously not since he forbid him from seeing her. Brady argues that never stopped him before and questions what other reason he’d have to come home from lacrosse camp. Tate brings up his mom and reveals that Theresa had to be the one to call him from Andrew’s phone while in police custody, to tell him that she’s going to prison. Brady then apologizes. Tate responds that he’s sorry too but he thinks it’s great that they ran in to each other, so Brady can tell him why he didn’t hear it from him.

Andrew asks Paul about something going on with Brady. Paul tells him about Brady struggling with his sobriety. Andrew thought Paul said he was going to meetings. Paul says that’s what he told Marlena, but he didn’t tell her that he caught Brady with a drink in his hand. Andrew asks if he thinks he should’ve told Marlena. Paul says he doesn’t know as he doesn’t want to worry Marlena, but wonders if he’s making too much of this. Andrew notes that Paul said he saw Brady with the drink in his hand, but he didn’t drink it, so he feels there’s nothing to tell Marlena. Paul tells Andrew that he’s right and jokes that he’ll never say that again as they kiss.

Marlena brings John to the hospital. John questions if this is really necessary since he got a clean bill of health in Poplar Bluff. Marlena feels it won’t hurt to get a second opinion. John promises it will be the same and that he’s perfectly fine. Marlena says she’s not fine as she has a million questions so maybe he can answer a few. Marlena wants to know who attacked John in Greece and then she wants to know why he was held so many miles away in Missouri.

Chad and Jack hear a noise at the door so they rush out the door and catch a woman outside.

Holly drags Sophia to outside of the Brady Pub and complains that she knows damn well that she and Tate can’t be seen together. Holly argues that she has apologized and taken her shifts at the Bistro. Holly tells Sophia that she’s held up her end of the deal, so she doesn’t have to be a bitch about it. Sophia argues that she can’t blame her for being upset when she hasn’t even got paid yet, reminding her that Holly does the work but she gets the money. Holly argues that it’s only been a few weeks and she just got her first paycheck which she hasn’t deposited yet. Sophia guesses that’s understandable. Holly says that’s good because she has to get back to Tate. Sophia stops her and asks what about tips.

Tate argues to Brady that with his mom going to prison, he thought maybe he would hear from his father. Brady apologizes and says he hasn’t had the time. Tate says to give him a break since Theresa called him days ago about this. Brady says he’s been busy which Tate questions being his excuse. Tate asks what could possibly be more important than telling his son something that completely changes his life. Tate complains about how upset and sad that makes him. Brady stops him and says he’s right that there’s no excuse and he should’ve called him. Brady admits he’s been a little messed up lately. Tate asks if it’s about Theresa. Brady explains that when she came back to town, he hoped she really committed to turning her life around and becoming a better person, so he was terribly disappointed that she lost her way again. Tate guesses that Brady still loves her. Brady responds that he’ll always care about her and they will always be in each other’s life because of Tate. Tate asks if that’s the only reason. Brady wants to change the subject but Tate feels he has a right to know how Brady feels about Theresa. Brady responds that he’s been upset that she’s been so self-destructive. Tate doesn’t think he was thinking of him when he didn’t tell him. Brady admits he has no excuse, but tells him that he’s in a constant state of anxiety about Rachel. Tate asks what’s going on with Rachel. Brady complains about Kristen having full custody, so he’s deprived of seeing her on a regular basis and then he beats the crap out of himself for letting himself getting involved with two women who are so screwed up and how that could affect his kids. Brady apologizes for saying these things and sounding like it’s self pity. Brady tells Tate that he’s just overwhelmed and struggling so he’s sorry. Tate says he gets that it’s a lot and he thinks Brady is being too hard on himself. Tate calls him a great person and says a lot of people make bad decisions, joking that half the movies he watches is about people in miserable relationships. Brady feels bad sometimes for his kids because their parents are together and their moms are messed up. Tate suggests he just come back from camp for good so they can hang out and go through this tough time together as he thinks it would be best for both of them if he comes home.

Paul and Andrew lay in bed after having sex. Andrew asks if that took the edge off. Paul confirms he’s feeling less tense. Paul tells Andrew how much it means to him that he’s always there for him, even when he’s struggling with his own stuff. Paul knows Andrew is worried about Theresa. Andrew thinks he will be until the deal comes through. Paul asks if EJ agreed to give Theresa a reduced sentence for agreeing to confess to Victoria’s kidnapping. Andrew says he remains worried that EJ will renege on the deal. Andrew then gets a call from EJ and asks if he’s signed off on Theresa’s deal.

John wishes he had answers for Marlena but says he had no idea who attacked him as he was at the cemetery at Catarina’s grave when he got hit from behind. John adds that he didn’t see anything and the only person from Greece who has been after him was Konstantin and he’s dead. Marlena suggests maybe it wasn’t somebody from Greece, asking why they would bring him all the way to Poplar Bluff. John admits it crossed his mind, especially when Jack and Chad showed up looking for Abigail, that maybe it all ties back to her.

Chad and Jack bring the woman into the room to interrogate her as she questions who they are and what they are doing. She says who she is, is none of their business. Jack identifies her as the woman in the video, so she questions if they’ve been filming her. She then questions if they’ve been stealing from her as she notices the bracelet in Chad’s hand. Chad informs her that the bracelet is his wife’s and questions where she got it. She takes it back from Chad, insisting it belongs to her and she doesn’t remember where she got it because she doesn’t remember much of anything.

Brady tells Tate that he’s done it again as now Tate’s feeling sorry for him because he’s made this about himself again. Tate says he’s not feeling sorry but understanding what he’s going through and he wants to be there for him. Brady argues that he’s supposed to be the responsible dad while Tate is supposed to be the heartbroken one since he wasn’t there for him. Tate understands Brady is going through a lot. Brady feels he should’ve been more sensitive to his needs and he wants to be a better dad. Brady tells Tate that he loves him and that he means everything to him as he just wants his life to be good. Tate says he loves him too and wants the same for him. Tate adds that they are both dealing with a lot, so he thinks it would be better if they were together so they could help each other through this. Tate says they need each other after everything that’s happened this summer and repeats that he thinks it would be best for him to come home. Brady says he hears him but he doesn’t think it’s a good idea that he come home.

Holly gives Sophia her tips. Sophia remarks that she must really like Tate if she’s willing to work this hard so she doesn’t rat them out. Holly assures that she does really like Tate which is why she didn’t appreciate Sophia pulling that stunt earlier. Sophia asks if Holly and Tate have done it yet. Holly calls it none of her business but admits they haven’t, so Sophia questions what they are waiting for.

Tate questions Brady saying no and argues that he already feels better and less upset after their conversation. Brady says he feels the same but he thinks they should stick to video chats and that Tate should stay at camp. Tate complains that it isn’t the same but Brady encourages him that camp is a good experience and he sounded like he’s been having a good time. Paul and Andrew come out of the Salem Inn and greet them. Paul says he thought Tate was at camp. Brady explains that Tate was worried about Theresa, so he came home. Andrew then reveals that he spoke to EJ and he agreed to the deal, so Theresa will only have to serve six months but she is being transferred to the prison immediately. Tate asks if he can see her before she goes. Andrew says he was heading to the police station now and invites Tate to come with him which Tate accepts. Tate tells Brady they will continue their conversation later and he loves him. Brady hugs him and says he’s sorry about his mom as Tate then walks off with Andrew. Paul then informs Brady that Tate is dealing with enough, but he just got a call from Marlena that John is in the hospital.

John tells Marlena that it’s too much of a strange coincidence that all of the evidence Jack and Chad used to track down Abigail led them to him. John questions how Abigail could still be alive and recalls the way Chad described finding Abigail. John tells Marlena about the video of the woman but they couldn’t see her face, so t could’ve been anybody.

Chad questions if the woman is saying she lost her memory. She explains that she was in a bad accident a couple years ago and when she woke up, she couldn’t remember what happened or much of anything. She talks about having images of what must be memories but nothing concrete and her face was so messed up that she had to have surgeries so she doesn’t even know if this is what she looked like. Jack asks if she has any ID or anything that could lead her to who she could be but she says no. She adds that the doctors did their best to reconstruct her face, but ever since she feels like she’s been living someone else’s life as she looks in the mirror and doesn’t know who she is. Chad responds that they might and explains the situation. She questions really thinking she could be this Abigail person. Jack calls it hard to believe but says she could be his daughter and Chad’s wife. Chad notes that they lost her a couple years ago which lines up with when she lost her memory. She argues that she was in an accident and wasn’t stabbed. Chad asks how she knows if she doesn’t remember. She says there was a man at the hospital when she woke up who told her everything. Chad asks if his name was Clyde. She confirms that it was.

Sophia questions Holly having a romantic hideaway but not having sex yet and asks what’s wrong with her. Holly argues that nothing is wrong with her or Tate and they don’t get that much time since she’s working Sophia’s shifts at the Bistro. Sophia argues that if they wanted to do it, they would so she suggests maybe they don’t want to or that Tate’s gay. Sophia points out that Tate does have a gay uncle so maybe he has the “gay gene” but Holly insists that he’s not gay. Sophia mocks her having a problem with gay people. Holly says she doesn’t but she knows her boyfriend isn’t. Sophia points out that he did get them a hotel room on prom night, but maybe he just changed his mind about her. Holly argues that Tate is just going through a lot right now like his mother going to prison. Sophia guesses that would be a mood killer and jokes that he’s probably not thinking about sex unlike any other teenage boy, so she suggests that Holly will have to make the first move. Holly stops her and asks why she’s being like this, telling her that what happens between her and Tate is none of her damn business as she storms off back to the town square.

Paul and Brady go to the hospital to see John. Brady asks what happened. John explains that Marlena just thought he should get checked out again but he’s doing a lot better now seeing them. Brady says they’re just glad to have him home while Paul adds that they were really worried about him. John says that what’s important is they are all together now. John says he’s fine and wants to catch up. John asks Paul about Andrew. Paul says he’ll be glad to know John is okay. John asks about the grandkids, Rachel and Tate. Brady responds that Rachel is fine but there’s a lot to talk about with Tate.

Andrew and Tate go to the police station. Tate thanks him for everything he’s done for Theresa. Andrew knows this has been hard for him as it has been for him, knowing his sister is going through such a rough time. Andrew says Theresa has gotten in a lot of trouble but deep down, she’s a really good person and she loves Tate. Tate responds that he loves her too. Andrew goes to see if they are ready in the interrogation room. Tate then gets a call from Holly, who asks where he is. Tate responds that he’s actually at the police station. Holly asks if Brady had him arrested. Tate says no, so Holly asks if he figured out why he’s here and if they are busted. Tate explains that he told Brady that he came to see Theresa, which now is true as he’s at the police station to see her before she gets sent to prison. Andrew then comes out and tells Tate that they are ready for him, so Tate tells Holly that he has to go and hangs up as he heads in to the room.

Chad has the woman confirm Clyde’s photo. She explains that he told her that bad people caused her accident and might still be after her so he brought her here to hide out and then he disappeared and had a friend take care of her, which they confirm was Rebecca Goldman. Chad tells Jack that it could be her. She adds that she said Clyde would come back but then she disappeared and she got tired of waiting, so she went looking for them. Jack points out that is why she wasn’t there when they found John. She questions who John is. Chad says that’s not important and that what’s important is she doesn’t believe a word that Clyde Weston says. Chad explains that Clyde led him to a video of her pacing around the room and told him that she was his wife, who was still alive. She asks how they know Clyde isn’t lying to them. Jack admits they don’t and now Clyde is in solitary prison so they can’t talk to him. Chad adds that there’s another way for them to find out who she really is and asks her to come home with them.

Brady calls Tate from the hospital and asks if he made it to the airport. Tate is in the town square but claims he’s at the airport now. Brady tells him to have a good time and promises to be much more sensitive to what he’s going through. Tate responds that Brady’s going through a lot too. Brady tells him to text him when he lands as they hang up. Holly joins Tate in the town square and asks how he’s doing. Tate calls it a crazy day but says he’s alright and just glad that he got to say goodbye to his mom. Tate says it was hard as he didn’t know what to say before his mom goes to prison for six months. Holly encourages that Theresa knows he loves her. Tate thanks her and says now Brady thinks he’s on his way back to camp. They talk about it being a close call. Holly tells him about her run-in with Sophia, who was being really mean but she handled it. Holly says she’ll tell him all about it on the ferry. They walk off together and then Sophia walks in to the town square and watches them go.

Paul joins Andrew at the police station and asks where Tate is. Andrew says he just left but at least got a chance to say goodbye to his mom. Paul is sure that was very tough for him and asks if Andrew wanted to spend more time with Theresa. Andrew informs him that the prison transport just left too. Paul asks how he’s feeling. Andrew says he’s okay and asks about John. Paul says he’s okay too. Andrew says now at least he can stop worrying about him. Paul says he’d feel a lot better if he knew what happened to him.

John tells Marlena that it was good to see his sons. Marlena says she can tell he feels stronger. John asks why she looks so worried then. Marlena responds that she’s worried because she still doesn’t know how John ended up in Poplar Bluff. John responds that they’ll figure it out at some point unless Jack and Chad get to the bottom of it first.

The woman laughs off and questions Chad and Jack expecting her to just come with them to Salem. Chad responds that they have a plane waiting. She asks how she knows this isn’t some trick and that they aren’t the ones that Clyde warned her about. Jack swears that they mean no harm. Chad argues that this isn’t a joke to them as Jack lost his daughter and he lost his wife. Chad asks if she doesn’t want to know who she lost and promises they aren’t going to hurt her as they just want to help her figure out who she is. She then agrees to go, but warns Chad that if he lays a finger on her, he’s a dead man as the three of them exit.

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Brady wakes up in bed with Fiona and acknowledges her as Xander’s mom, stating that this time it really happened.

Sarah goes to see Xander at the Titan office and asks if the CEO can make some time for his wife. Xander jokes that he can squeeze her in as they kiss.

Holly sits at home in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion and gets a call from Tate but there’s no reception. Holly asks if Tate can hear her right as Maggie walks in and startles her.

Abe and Kate are at their Body and Soul office. Kate comments on the hard work while Abe notes they got a jump on casting and he feels their new Charlemagne is honing her craft as they speak.

Hattie is at the Brady Pub, reading the script for Body and Soul. Bonnie walks in and overhears Hattie reading a line about killing her husband. Bonnie then approaches Hattie, thinking she is Marlena, and questions if she is plotting to murder John. Hattie then informs Bonnie that she’s not Marlena. Bonnie panics that she means Satan possessed Marlena again but she reveals that she is Hattie which relieves Bonnie.

Xander asks how Sarah knew he was at the office. Sarah mentions running in to Justin and guesses Xander decided to stake his claim in Victor’s legacy after all. Xander asks how she feels about that. Sarah says she just wants him to be happy, but last they spoke about it, he was set to turn it down. Sarah asks what changed his mind. Xander reveals that it was actually his mom.

Fiona asks Brady what part of doing it with Xander’s mom is so upsetting. Brady points out that Xander is his uncle now and then calls Xander a total creep.

Holly tells Maggie that she didn’t hear her come in and decides to make her some tea. Maggie notes that Holly sounded like she was having an urgent conversation when she came in and asks if everything is alright. Holly claims that she was talking to Sophia about taking one of her shifts but the reception was terrible. Maggie then questions why she would call Sophia, “Tate”

Sarah asks if this means Xander and Fiona are on good terms. Xander responds that they are working on it. Xander doesn’t know if he’ll ever be totally over her abandoning him as a child and lying to him about his father, but they have found a way to move forward. Sarah says that’s good because they are going to need her as a witness as she declares that she wants to get married today.

Fiona questions Brady thinking Xander is a total creep. Fiona appreciates his honesty but questions why he has such a low opinion of Xander. Brady doesn’t think they need to get in to that and says he needs to shower and get to work. Fiona insists on knowing exactly what Xander did to him. Brady then reveals to start with that Xander shot him and his stepmother, who almost died. Brady asks if that answers her question.

Bonnie is shocked to see Hattie and says she’s been thinking about all their good times lately as they hug. Bonnie questions Hattie being married because she heard her talking about killing her husband. Hattie then explains it’s a line from a TV script. Hattie declares that she’s going to be a soap star.

Kate asks if Abe is really set on hiring Hattie to play Charlemagne. Abe thinks she’s perfect, calling her bold, brash, and unpredictable. Kate argues that Hattie can’t act. Abe points out that Hattie fooled the whole town in to thinking she was Marlena, so he has faith that she will figure this out. Abe adds that they have to focus on filling out the rest of the cast. Abe asks if Kate is sure she won’t consider playing Lorna. Kate insists that she will not, so they will just have to find someone else. Leo then walks in, wearing a wig, makeup, and a dress as he declares that sounds like his cue.

Holly apologizes to Maggie for lying to her and admits she was talking to Tate, claiming she wanted to know how he was doing at lacrosse camp. Holly knows they aren’t supposed to be talking but says she just misses Tate so much. Maggie understands and says if it were up to her, she wouldn’t have come down as hard on her but it wasn’t up to her and she lied to her parents. Maggie says they just want to keep her safe while Holly questions safe from what, their feelings for each other? Holly calls it so unfair and complains that she doesn’t know why they won’t let her and Tate be together. Maggie points out they made bad decisions in sneaking around. Holly argues that they didn’t have a choice. Maggie says the best way to change their mind is to prove they can be trusted and keep their distance, then maybe they will change their mind. Holly asks if Maggie won’t tell them about the phone call. Maggie agrees not to say anything but from now on, she wants Holly to be honest with her. Holly agrees to do so and thanks her. Maggie mentions taking Victoria home and says she will see her later as she exits the room. Holly then immediately tries calling Tate again but is shocked when Tate instead arrives in the room and tells her that she’s right there.

Fiona tells Brady that she doesn’t know where to begin apologizing for the heinous things that Xander has done to him and his family. Brady asks how that can be her fault. Fiona talks about not being there for Xander growing up so she can’t help but take responsibility for how he turned out. Brady understands that parents make mistakes. Fiona asks if he’s speaking from experience. Brady talks about his son spending half his life across the country with his mother and how he’s trying to make up for that now by being the best father he can be. Fiona asks how that is working out. Brady calls it complicated and says he just had to send him to summer camp to straighten him out and keep him out of trouble. Fiona relates to trying to make up for lost time with Xander too and calls falling out with him the biggest regret of her life. Brady says he knows better than anybody that people can change, pointing out that Xander has Sarah and is a dad, so word on the street is that he’s trying to change. Fiona thanks Brady as he then goes to shower.

Xander questions Sarah wanting to get married today. Sarah asks why not. Xander assures that he wants to marry her more than anything in the world, so Sarah says she will go home and get ready then. Sarah kisses him and says they can then start their life as husband and wife. Sarah then exits the office, leaving Xander with a smile.

Hattie shows Bonnie the script for Body and Soul, telling her that it’s top secret as Abe and Kate are really serious about it. Bonnie can’t wait to see it on TV and encourages that Hattie is going to kill it. Bonnie exclaims that Hattie will be a bonafide soap star. Hattie says they will wait until she signs her first autograph. Bonnie asks if she’s met her castmates. Hattie says they are still casting for a Lorna and a Cassandra. Bonnie identifies Cassandra as her all time favorite character. Hattie says they wanted Kayla but she said no way. Hattie says to imagine one of Salem’s finest citizens being in a soap opera.

Leo tells Abe and Kate that he’s here to audition for the role of Lorna DeLorean. Kate points out that this is for Body and Soul, not RuPaul’s Drag Race. Leo insists that he knows why he’s here, while Abe points out that Lorna is a woman and Leo is a man. Leo argues that he could play the role better than any female, comparing it to Shakespeare days. Kate asks Leo to excuse them for a moment and steps aside with Abe, suggesting maybe they should Leo read so they don’t get a gender discrimination lawsuit. Kate points out that it’s only an audition so Abe reluctantly agrees to let Leo read for the part. Leo compares it to Hamlet while Abe and Kate remain uncertain.

Fiona gets a call from Xander, who asks if she’s busy this afternoon. Fiona says that she has some free time and asks what’s going on. Xander thought she might want to witness her son remarry the love of his life. Brady then comes out of the shower and tells Fiona that the shower is all hers. Xander then questions whose voice that was.

Holly questions what Tate is doing here and how much trouble he’s going to be in. Tate says he had to come, explaining that he locked himself out of the Horton Cabin and he needs Maggie’s key to get back in.

Maggie brings Victoria home to Sarah. Maggie says she must be exhausted after a double shift and offers to stay and watch Victoria. Sarah tells her that she’d love for her to stay but there’s no time for sleep because she and Xander are getting married today.

Xander questions Fiona as to who is with her. Fiona responds that she had another delightful night with her charming new friend. Xander says he will change the subject then and asks if she can make the wedding. Fiona says of course as she wouldn’t miss it. Xander tells her to feel free to bring her new friend along as he’d love to meet him. Fiona thinks it’s a bit early in their relationship for her to be introducing him to her family. Xander says the invitation stands if she changed her mind, but he’ll see her at their apartment this afternoon. After Fiona hangs up, Brady says he really thought she was going to tell him the truth. Brady then gets a call from Xander and worries that maybe he recognized his voice.

Leo auditions for Abe and Kate, who can’t wait for it to be over.

Holly asks why Tate would lock the door while going out for a jog. Tate calls it a force of habit. Holly argues that he shouldn’t be out jogging anyways in case someone saw him and called Julie or someone on him. Tate says he just had to get out as he was going stir crazy. Tate asks if she thinks she can get Maggie’s key. Holly worries about Maggie noticing it’s gone but Tate assures he’ll just take it and get a copy made. Holly tells him that she has a better idea and says she doesn’t have work until tonight, so she’ll go with him to the Cabin so they can hang out and then she’ll bring the key back when she comes back. Tate likes the sound of that as they kiss.

Brady answers Xander’s call. Xander asks where he is right now. Brady asks why he cares. Xander tells him to lose the attitude and informs him that Brady is going to be working for him now that he’s back as CEO of Titan. Brady is surprised as Xander guesses he didn’t see the press release. Xander informs Brady that he needs him to take a meeting for him as a high end tech company wants to meet about creating AI using Titan publications. Brady asks what that has to do with Basic Black. Xander says nothing, but he and Sarah are getting married today in just a small ceremony with his mom and Maggie in attendance. Brady congratulates him. Xander says it would really put everyone at ease if there was a family member at that meeting, so he asks if he can count on Brady to handle it. Brady agrees to go and tells him to consider it his wedding present. Xander thanks him but Brady clarifies that he’s not doing it for him, but for Sarah, Maggie and anyone else who has had the misfortune of loving him as he then hangs up. Fiona tells Brady that he was worried about nothing and this will stay between them. Brady says he better get to the office to prepare for this meeting while Fiona says she has to transformer herself in to a suitable mother in law. Brady tells Fiona that last night was actually really great. Fiona agrees and suggests they do it again sometime. Brady agrees and kisses her.

Sarah tells Maggie that Victoria went right to sleep. Maggie asks what Fiona said to Xander to convince him to accept Victor’s request. Sarah thinks that Fiona helped Xander embrace the idea but admits that she’s a little surprised considering how angry Xander was with her at the wedding. Maggie is happy they are getting along since Xander will need his whole family to help navigate his new life. Sarah says that’s why she wants to make their little family official. Sarah then asks if Maggie wants to perform the wedding. Maggie says she’s been waiting for this a long time as they hug.

Bonnie and Hattie take selfies together. Bonnie talks about how Hattie used to work at the Pub and now her name is going to be in lights. Bonnie talks about movie stars beginning their careers on soaps and Hattie Adams will be right there with them.

Leo asks Abe and Kate what they thought of his audition. Abe hesitates while Kate calls it terrible and painful. Leo complains and blames the script, asking who wrote it. Abe says they are in the process of looking for a new head writer. Kate hopes that Will will take over which Leo mocks. Kate asks if he thinks insulting her grandson will encourage her to hire him. Leo claims he was just joking and argues that Will’s fee must be enormous and they couldn’t afford him. Abe admits he has a point. Kate questions Abe thinking of hiring Leo as a writer. Abe admits that Lady Whistleblower has a way with words. Kate reluctantly hands Leo an outline for a script and instructs him to return a script back to them and then they might consider hiring him on a trial deal to write for them. Leo questions it but Abe tells him to take it or leave it. Leo agrees to take it and tells them to prepare to be blown away as he then exits. Kate asks Abe what the hell they have gotten themselves in to.

Xander goes home and hugs Maggie, telling her he’s delighted to see her. Xander asks if she’s ready to marry him off to her daughter again. Maggie says she is and that she hears his mother is on the way. Xander calls it a step in the right direction. Maggie mentions hearing that Fiona convinced Xander to take his rightful place at Titan and she thinks Victor would be very pleased. Fiona then arrives and greets them, calling it such a happy day. Xander questions Fiona not bringing a plus one. Fiona says that her friend agreed it was far too early to meet their families. Fiona assumes Xander will be moving his family in to the Kiriakis Mansion after the wedding. Sarah then comes out from the bathroom and joins Xander. Xander declares that he doesn’t need a mansion as long as he has his beautiful bride because his true home is in Sarah’s heart. Maggie then instructs Xander to get changed so they can have a wedding.

Hattie comes out of the Pub and runs in to Leo. Leo stops her, assuming she is Marlena, and invites her over to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race with him. Hattie excitedly agrees so Leo says he will see her tonight in his room at the Salem Inn. Leo then heads on in to the Pub while Hattie wonders who the hell he was.

Kate comments to Abe on what their show is turning in to considering he convinced her to hire Hattie and now they are actually considering hiring Leo Stark to write for them. Abe encourages that there will never be a dull moment on screen or behind the scenes. Kate just wants to find someone normal to play Cassandra and mentions some of the best theatre actors coming by later. Bonnie then walks in and tells Kate to cancel that casting call as she declares that she was born to play Cassandra Lovegood.

Tate and Holly walk through the town square. Holly tells Tate to find somewhere to stay hidden while she goes to buy them tickets for the Smith Island ferry. After Holly walks away, Brady walks through the town square and bumps in to Tate and is shocked to see him back in town.

Maggie begins the wedding of Xander and Sarah, asking Xander about something he wanted to say before the vows. Xander admits he’s a little nervous. Fiona encourages him to take his time. Xander talks about not being worthy of Sarah but she’s here, ready and willing to give him yet another chance, which is proof he’s gotten more of God’s grace than he ever imagined. Xander acknowledges that he will mess up repeatedly but he will strive to be completely honest with her, putting their family and their love first, always. Maggie then asks if Sarah would like to say something. Sarah admits that Xander has made some huge mistakes but sometimes she thinks she’s the one who doesn’t deserve him, asking what she did to deserve a man who loves her so much that he would be willing to do anything for her. Sarah can’t promise to never get mad at him if he messes up, but vows to never take the easy way out again as she will stay and fight for their marriage, their family, and their love. Sarah declares that they are so worth it as Maggie gets emotional. Maggie then continues the ceremony. Xander and Sarah say I do and exchange rings. Maggie then pronounces them once again, husband and wife as they kiss.

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Alex returns to his old apartment and runs in to Stephanie in the hallway. Alex greets her and thought she was moving out months ago. Stephanie says she was, but after Chad left, she decided to move back. Stephanie asks what Alex is doing there. Alex reveals that he’s moving back in too.

Ava goes to the Bistro to see Stefan.

At the hospital, Gabi sits at Rafe’s side while he remains in a coma. Gabi talks about trying the tender love and care routine, but he’s still not waking up and she’s started to get really frustrated. Gabi says she may have to move on to tough love and he won’t like that. Johnny then appears in the room and calls Gabi the toughest person he knows.

Paulina goes to Jada’s office at the police station. Jada mentions not realizing how late it was. Paulina says it looks like she’s gotten settled in to the commissioner position. Jada assures it’s still Rafe’s position when he comes back but she’s doing her best. Paulina asks about the new developments with Rafe’s stabbing. Jada confirms there are but there are no changes in Rafe’s condition. Paulina assumes the break in the case has something to do with the suspect she told her about. Jada reveals that he’s no longer a suspect as it’s been confirmed that Everett Lynch was the one who attacked Rafe.

Connie goes home with a bottle of wine and talks to her vision of Li. Connie talks about being in a good mood because she got rid of Rafe’s attacker, she’s got a good job, and she has her vision of Li. She talks about her first day at DiMera and feeling like she really hit it off with her co-workers. She talks about how Gabi has been impressed with her and all the valuable information she learned that she can use later. Connie talks about feeling more comfortable. Her vision of Li asks if she means comfortable with DiMera business or with killing Everett Lynch.

Paulina questions Jada about her ex-husband being the one who attacked Rafe. Jada clarifies that he was Bobby Stein when they were married, so they think Bobby is the one who attacked Rafe. Paulina doesn’t know what to say. Jada didn’t want to believe it either but says that she and Stephanie put the pieces together that Bobby might have been faking being back to Everett. Jada adds that Bobby had a very clear motive for wanting Rafe out of the picture, because he wanted her back. Jada talks about bringing Bobby in for questioning, then he said he wasn’t feeling well so she had to let him go because she didn’t have the evidence to hold him. Jada says that Stephanie took matters in to her own hands and went to his hotel room, so she followed her and when they got there, he was lying next to a bottle of pills as he had overdosed. Jada then reveals to Paulina that Bobby/Everett is dead. Paulina is shocked and says she’s so sorry, but asks if she’s sure that he’s the one who attacked Rafe. Jada informs her that there was a suicide note that confessed to everything and also reveals the bloody gloves found in his room.

Gabi tells Johnny that this is a surprise. Johnny says he’s been thinking about Rafe so he wanted to come check how he was doing and how she’s doing. Gabi thanks him and says she knows it would mean a lot to Rafe that he came to see him. Johnny asks what the doctors are saying. Gabi says not much as they just don’t know. Johnny calls that the worst and asks how Gabi is doing. Gabi says she’s hanging in the best she can. Johnny recalls when EJ was in a coma and the feeling of just expecting him to wake up at any moment. Johnny tells Gabi that he’s sorry. Gabi says she just hates seeing Rafe like this. Johnny recalls when he was a kid and how Rafe was a like a larger than life superhero. Johnny says he felt safe because Rafe was out saving the world and he couldn’t believe how lucky he was to have Rafe as his stepfather. Gabi says it’s as lucky as she is to have Rafe as a big brother. Johnny calls Rafe one of the strongest, bravest, and toughest guys out there so he’s going to get through this like he always does. Gabi talks about how Rafe fought so hard to get her out of prison. Johnny notes that Stefan did too. Gabi says she’s lucky to have Stefan too as neither of them ever gave up on her.

Ava tells Stefan that Gabi went to the hospital to visit Rafe, so she decided to take this opportunity to talk to Stefan alone.

Stephanie questions Alex leaving Titan. Alex confirms he cleared out his office this morning now that he’s not Victor’s son anymore, so he couldn’t make a case for remaining CEO. Alex says afterwards, he realized he didn’t want to go back to the Kiriakis mansion as he doesn’t feel like he belongs there anymore. Alex says things moved so fast after Victor’s death that he never got around to giving up the lease to the apartment. Alex says he hasn’t been back since he left so it’s probably hot inside. Stephanie notes that her place is probably a mess, so she invites Alex to go to the Pub and grab a beer which he accepts.

Paulina asks if Jada can explain why she still has the gloves. Jada says she was going to take them to forensics after finishing the report and guesses she’s still trying to make this real for herself. Paulina asks if Jada is alright as if Rafe’s case wasn’t personal enough already. Jada feels she should’ve put this together sooner and realized that Bobby was capable of stabbing and hurting Rafe. Paulina argues that she can’t blame herself as she had no reason to suspect Bobby was capable of this kind of violence. Jada argues that now the man she loves is lying in a hospital bed and she doesn’t know if he will wake up or if she will ever hear his voice. Paulina stops her and assures this was not her fault. Paulina relates to being with a man capable of terrible violence too. Paulina says Abe couldn’t treat her better, but Lani’s father Ray had a terrible mean streak and used to hit her and make her believe she deserved it or that she made him act that way. Paulina says she finally realized that she wasn’t the cause of it, just like Jada isn’t responsible for Bobby. Jada thanks her for saying that. Paulina calls it the truth. Jada talks about how she can’t believe she was married to someone capable of murder and insists that wasn’t the person she knew. Paulina points out that she didn’t know about his personality disorder either. Jada admits that Bobby had so many secrets but she hopes that one of those secrets won’t cost Rafe his life.

Gabi tells Johnny how she knows that Rafe loved being his stepfather. They talk about EJ and how he can hold a grudge forever. Johnny tells Gabi that he’s sorry for how long EJ took to get Gabi out of prison and calls it totally wrong of him to let her sit in there for something she didn’t do. Gabi thanks him but admits she’s a little surprised that he’s being so nice to her. Johnny questions why. Gabi points out that she did expose the truth about what EJ did to Eric and Nicole. Johnny says he’s glad she did because he was keeping Eric from his child and letting Nicole live a lie. Johnny hopes EJ will learn some kind of lesson from this as he’s definitely paid the price in basically losing everyone he loves. Gabi adds that he’s even on the outs with Stefan. Johnny wishes Gabi a happy anniversary. Gabi calls it sweet of him to remember. Johnny mentions Stefan hinting at her surprise as he wanted the day to be special. Gabi says he succeeded. Johnny is glad to hear and guesses they are making up for lost time. Johnny talks about how Stefan was so lonely and miserable while Gabi was in prison.

Ava tells Stefan that something happened at the office today. Stefan asks her to be more specific. Ava says she could be overreacting but she doesn’t know. Stefan asks if this has to do with Gabi. Ava says it’s her new assistant, Connie. Ava explains that she and Kristen were talking about what happened between her and Stefan, then Connie sort of walked in on them. Stefan questions if she heard them. Ava says that Kristen is pretty sure she didn’t but they couldn’t just ask her. Stefan questions what exactly she said. Ava believes she said that she and Stefan slept together. Stefan calls this so bad. Ava encourages that Connie is new at DiMera, so even if she heard, she probably has no idea what they were talking about. Stefan questions why she was even talking about this in the office in the first place when Connie is Gabi’s assistant. Ava remarks that Connie seems harmless…

Connie tells her vision of Li that she did not murder Everett Lynch as he left a suicide note. Her vision of Li tells her that Everett didn’t write that note and she poisoned his coffee. Connie complains that she can’t get anything past him and says she had to do it because Everett/Bobby was going to expose her for stabbing Rafe which she only did because he was going to expose her for stabbing Li. Connie argues that she and Li would’ve been together a long time ago if it wasn’t for Stefan and Gabi. Connie declares that she’s going to make them pay for what they did and she knows exactly how.

Johnny goes home and joins Chanel in their bedroom. They kiss until Chanel asks if he’s hungry. Johnny mentions eating at the hospital when he went to see Rafe. Chanel asks how he’s doing. Johnny says he still hasn’t woken up, but he saw Gabi there. Chanel says she must be really scared. Johnny admits she’s scared and sad, but powering on through and not drowning in her sorrows.

Stephanie and Alex go to the Brady Pub together. Stephanie asks Alex how it feels to no longer be rich. Alex says he’s still getting used to it but it’s not entirely about the money as it’s more the whiplash of being Victor’s son and then not being Victor’s son. Stephanie is sure Justin is happy to have him back but she knows it’s not easy having his life flipped upside down twice in a year. Alex says that’s enough about his problems and asks about her since she and Everett broke up. Alex asks if there’s any chance they might get back together. Stephanie reveals there isn’t because Everett is dead.

Paulina asks Jada if the case against Everett Lynch is closed. Jada says that Bobby confessed to everything in the “suicide note”. Paulina declares it’s over then but Jada says not exactly, since they haven’t resolved who really killed Li Shin. Paulina brings up Jada saying she had a new suspect. Jada says that Bobby never told her who, just that it wasn’t Gil Carter and that he knew who attacked Rafe. Paulina argues that he did know since he did it himself and asks if Bobby could’ve killed Li as well. Jada says she’s not ruling it out but doesn’t understand why he wouldn’t have included it in the suicide note since it would no longer matter. Jada also doesn’t know what his motive would be to kill Li Shin since they had no connection.

Connie talks to her vision of Li about knowing working with Gabi would pay off, but she didn’t know it would pay off so quickly as she overheard Ava talking to Kristen about sleeping with Stefan while Gabi was still in prison. Connie says she doesn’t have a plan yet but she almost dropped it on Gabi and Stefan today at the Bistro where they were having a romantic anniversary dinner. Connie says she decided to keep her trap shut in the end because she realized this is a bomb with a long fuse, so she wants to detonate it when it will have maximum impact.

Stefan tells Ava that Connie was at the Bistro earlier when he was with Gabi. Ava asks how she seemed and what she wanted. Stefan explains that she wanted Gabi to sign some papers that Ava wanted her to sign. Ava clarifies that she did not ask her to do that and questions what he thinks that means. Stefan asks Ava again if she thinks Connie heard her. Ava thinks if Connie came here acting normal, then they are safe. Stefan says that doesn’t make him feel any better. Stefan adds that he told Gabi that he and Ava kissed twice while playing their parts and that she didn’t love it, but she understood. Stefan asks Ava if they can make a new rule that says they don’t discuss this ever again because it’s done and he can’t risk anyone hearing something they shouldn’t, especially not Gabi, right as Gabi walks in to the Bistro. Stefan greets her and asks if everything is okay. Ava asks how Rafe is. Gabi says he’s the same and questions what Ava is doing here. Stefan claims that Ava came to have papers signed and then Ava adds that Stefan told her that Connie already came and had her sign a copy. Gabi confirms that she did and gave them back to her. Gabi remarks that Connie hasn’t been her assistant long, but she doesn’t seem like the type of person to wait around for things to happen.

Connie admits she’s anxious to reveal Stefan’s infidelity to Gabi, but she’s not in a hurry since revenge is a dish best served cold. Her vision of Li asks if she has the patience to wait. Connie says this time she does because the longer Gabi thinks that Stefan was faithful while she was in the slammer, the more delicious it’s going to be when she finds out he was tangling in the sheets with his co-worker. Connie thinks she will help Gabi and Ava get past their differences and start to get along, so when it all goes sour, it will be almost as good as what happened with Charlemagne and Cassandra on Body and Soul which she mentions being on YouTube. Connie talks about how fun it will be watching Gabi and Ava bond, knowing that she can destroy them whenever she wants. Connie decides it’s time for bed and reveals the vision of Li that she has been talking to is actually a life-sized cardboard cutout of Li.

Johnny tells Chanel that he wishes there was more he could do for Rafe and Gabi. Chanel says being a good friend is a lot but Johnny says it doesn’t feel like a lot. Chanel encourages him being a good director and a great person. Johnny says he’s inspired by an even better person in Chanel as they kiss. After they head to bed, Johnny says he’s going to stay up and watch some videos on YouTube of Body and Soul to prepare himself for working on the show. Chanel jokes about Johnny’s work being watching TV. Chanel then offers to watch with him because she loves the show, so Johnny opens up his laptop.

Alex tells Stephanie that he’s so sorry as she just lost the guy she loved while he’s complaining about losing his inheritance. Stephanie understands he didn’t know. Alex calls it an incredible tragedy. Stephanie adds that especially since he seemed to be getting his life together. Alex asks if it could’ve been an accidental overdose. Stephanie says that his alter, Bobby, left a note. Alex asks if that means Bobby was the one who took the pills. Stephanie says somehow that makes it even worse. Stephanie knows it sounds strange, but she doesn’t think any of this is what Everett wanted because of his terrible disorder. Stephanie cries that Everett was a good person that didn’t deserve any of this.

Paulina tells Jada that she can only imagine how confusing and painful this whole ordeal has been. Jada admits it’s not something she expected. Paulina admits she’s grateful there’s no longer a violent criminal on the loose. Jada says she’s trying to take comfort in that. Paulina encourages that Jada did her job under the worst of circumstances. Jada says it doesn’t feel like that, arguing that Rafe should be here but he’s not because of a man that she brought in to his life. Paulina assures that Rafe won’t see it that way. Paulina then tells Jada to take the rest of the day off and go home. Jada agrees but says she should first call Gabi as she doesn’t know about Everett yet. Jada hopes Gabi will find some comfort in knowing the man that hurt her brother is off the streets. Paulina tells Jada to hang in there as she exits her office.

Ava tells Gabi that since she already signed the papers, she can go. Ava wishes them a Happy Anniversary and tells Gabi that she will see her at the office tomorrow as she exits the Bistro. Stefan tells Gabi that those papers must have been pretty important if everyone’s tracking her down to sign them. Gabi feels it was below Ava’s pay grade and hopes it wasn’t too awkward for him when Ava showed up. Gabi then gets a call from Jada, who says she’s sorry to bother her on her anniversary but asks if she can talk for a minute. Gabi says of course and asks if it’s about Rafe. Jada informs Gabi that she got some new information that she thinks will bring her some closure.

Chanel and Johnny discuss the storylines on Body and Soul. Chanel remarks that the characters lead some crazy lives while Johnny asks if it’s any different than the Days of their Lives, pointing out that they thought EJ’s baby was dead when it turns out he was just adopted by Eric and Sloan and then it turned out to actually be Eric and Nicole’s baby, not EJ’s at all. Johnny brings up what Theresa did to Alex in letting him think he was the heir of the Kiriakis fortune. Chanel hopes that Alex has somebody to lean on.

Stephanie thanks Alex and says she definitely wasn’t expecting to cry on his shoulder tonight. Alex guesses they are even since she was there for him on the night that his wedding absolutely exploded. Alex tells Stephanie that he’s really sorry about Everett. Stephanie says she appreciates that. Stephanie says it’s getting late so they should probably head back to their apartments. Alex calls it convenient to be neighbors since they can come here and go back in one car. Alex says he’ll find the waiter to take care of the check, insisting that it’s on him so Stephanie thanks him.

Jada goes to the hospital and sits at Rafe’s side, telling him that Bobby was pretending to be Everett all along as he obviously didn’t want him around. Jada cries that she’s so sorry and that she wouldn’t believe any of this if she hadn’t lived it. Jada repeats that she’s so sorry and that she wishes she knew what he was capable of so she could’ve protected Rafe. Jada declares that at least now they have the case closed and he’s gone, so now all she wants to do is focus on Rafe coming back to them.

Gabi tells Stefan that she can’t believe this Bobby/Everett is the one who stabbed Rafe. Stefan points out that at least he’s dead though. Gabi isn’t sure that makes her feel any better since it does make Rafe any more likely to wake up. Gabi complains that getting a phone call out of the blue feels so unsatisfying as she’ll never get to see Bobby brought to justice or get to confront him face to face. Stefan points out that at least he did pay and that he’s dead, so justice was served in that respect. Stefan then declares that the person who hurt Rafe can never do it to anyone ever again.

Connie finishes her glasses of wine and takes her cardboard cutout of Li to bed.

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Fiona tells Xander that she just wants to have a relationship with her son because she loves him. Fiona asks if Xander believes her and if he can find it in his heart to forgive her. Xander then sees something in the room and questions what the hell that is. Xander finds Brady’s underwear on the floor and questions who they belong to. Fiona thinks back to sending Brady to hide and escape through the window. Fiona then tells Xander that she had a dalliance last night. Xander points out that he’s the only man she knows in town. Fiona responds that was true, until she met a handsome stranger at the Bakery. Fiona claims that they bonded over beverages as their lattes got mixed up so they returned them to each other. Fiona remarks that he was a very charming gentlemen. Xander then suggests he might know him and asks what this charming gentlemen’s name is.

Brady is at Small Bar where Alex finds him and asks him how it’s going. Alex offers him company, insisting that no one likes drinking alone although he would be if he didn’t find Brady here. Alex talks about the past week knocking him on his ass from thinking he was Victor’s son and about to marry the woman he loved to having her screw him over which he guesses she also did to Brady. Alex guesses that’s also why Brady is back on the bottle and asks if he’s right.

Stephanie goes to the hospital in tears as Kayla asks what’s going on. Stephanie informs her that she came in with Everett. Kayla asks what happened and if he’s alright. Stephanie realizes she hasn’t heard and reveals that Everett is dead, shocking Kayla.

Marlena questions Steve as to what’s going on here and if John didn’t come back from Greece with him. Steve confirms that he didn’t, so Marlena asks where he is. Steve responds that he’s sorry but he’s afraid John is missing.

In Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Jack suggests Chad that they call the police but Chad says he’s not wasting another second if Abigail is behind that door. Chad then kicks the door open as he and Jack are shocked to find John tied up and unconscious inside the room!

Steve repeats to Marlena that he’s so sorry for keeping her in the dark. Marlena says she assumed Steve had found him. Steve wishes he had and talks about finding Catarina’s grave. Marlena questions Steve not knowing where John is or if he’s even alive.

Chad and Jack wake John up and untie him. Chad asks how badly he’s hurt. John responds that he’s been worse. Jack questions what he’s doing here. John says he could ask them the same question. Chad says they’re going to focus on him and tells him that Steve’s looking for him in Greece. John questions where the hell he is if he’s not in Greece. Jack reveals that he’s in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. John asks how he got there and what the hell they are doing here.

Kayla tells Stephanie that she didn’t even know Everett was brought in tonight. Stephanie informs her that’s because they took his body straight to the morgue as he died in his hotel room. Kayla asks what happened. Stephanie tells her that he overdosed on pills. Kayla questions it being a cardiac medicine and asks if it was an accidental overdose. Stephanie tells Kayla about the note that was left. Stephanie adds that he was still alive when she and Jada got there but she watched him die. Stephanie knows Kayla is used to seeing death every day, but she has never. Kayla tells her that she’s so sorry. Stephanie cries that Everett took his life because he was in so much pain, so she can’t help feeling like she let him down or didn’t do enough to save him.

Fiona doubts Xander knows the gentleman who she spent the night with and says it’s a very awkward conversation to have with her son. Fiona remarks that men have casual sex all the time with no judgment and questions if Xander is judging her. Xander says he’s not and suggests changing the subject. Fiona brings up knowing how devastated he was when she disappeared from his life but says he needs to know that it was truly not her choice and she’s dedicated years to working on her sobriety and improving her mental health. She claims that her motivation was the hope that one day she’d be able to be the mother he deserves. Fiona needs to know that he believes what she told him is the truth. Xander responds that he believes her. Fiona tells Xander that makes her so happy and asks if that means he forgives her.

Brady tells Alex that he’s not drinking and just having club soda. Alex calls that a relief and says he thought he’d have to call Maggie on him. Alex asks if he’s still going to meetings. Brady says he is but he’s not going to discuss sobriety while Alex is drinking scotch. Alex says he’s glad that Theresa didn’t drive him to drink though. Brady admits he was tempted. Alex remarks that he thought he was the chosen one but he was just another loser not worth mentioning in Victor’s will. Alex toasts to them being losers tonight but winners in general and to never seeing Theresa again.

Jack wants to call Marlena so that she can hear John’s voice and know he’s okay. Jack gives John his phone, so he calls Marlena. Marlena answers and tells Jack that it’s not a good time but John tells her it’s him which surprises her as she asks how he is. John says he’s fine. Marlena tells him that she’s with Steve, who said he found his letter at Catarina’s grave with blood on it and questions what’s happening there.

Kayla encourages that Stephanie can’t blame herself since she called an ambulance and stayed with him. Stephanie argues that she should’ve noticed sooner that Bobby was still in control and faked Everett re-emerging to get out of Bayview. Kayla asks if she thinks Bobby took the pills. Stephanie explains that she and Jada figured out that he had something to do with Rafe’s attack, so he must have felt cornered and like there was no other way out. Stephanie doesn’t see how any part of Everett could have done what Bobby did, wishing she was more compassionate or understanding. Kayla reminds her that he pushed her away and didn’t want her help. Stephanie points out that Everett came back just before he died and said he loved her but cries that she didn’t get a chance to say it back. Stephanie cries that she really loved him as Kayla hugs her.

Brady asks what Alex has planned next. Alex says he has no clue. Brady is sure Justin would welcome back to the Kiriakis mansion with open arms. Alex feels he has too many bad memories there as he moved in there like he did at the CEO office, thinking it was his birthright but it all belongs to Xander. Brady points out that Xander hasn’t made a move to take over the family business yet and he’s sure that Xander has complicated feelings about the truth coming out. Alex states that regardless, Xander is Victor’s son and the heir, so everything he thought was his belongs to him now.

Xander tells Fiona that he wish he knew the truth the whole time as he always thought he was the black sheep. Fiona apologizes and worries if asking for his forgiveness is too much. Xander acknowledges that he’s hurt people he loves and had to ask for forgiveness. Xander notes that he usually received it and he knows that Fiona has suffered as well. Xander talks about Fiona seemingly working hard on her sobriety, so he respects and appreciates that. Xander then tells Fiona that he forgives her. Fiona hugs him.

Kayla repeats to Stephanie that she’s so sorry she’s going through this. Kayla suggests Stephanie come stay with her and Steve for awhile. Stephanie says it’s okay as she just got settled in her apartment. Kayla doesn’t like the idea of her being alone. Stephanie assures she’ll be fine and that she knows where they are if she needs them, but it’s good for her to be independent again. Kayla had reservations about Stephanie moving back to where she lived with Chad and the kids with all those memories. Stephanie states that at least those were mostly good memories but Chad wasn’t ready to move on from Abigail. Stephanie feels that even back then, maybe part of Chad knew that Abigail might be alive.

Chad tries to figure out where the camera was in the room from the angle on the video while John remains on the phone with Marlena. Marlena tells John what a relief it is to hear his voice. Marlena says she will get on the next plane, but John tells her that won’t be necessary as he’s coming home. Marlena questions if that means this whole thing is over. John responds that he’s made his peace with Catarina’s death and he’ll tell her about it when he gets home. John says he loves her and can’t wait to see her as they hang up. Steve asks Marlena if John is okay then and what he’s doing with Jack’s phone. John thanks Jack but says he’s a little confused since they said Steve went to Greece to try to find him, so he questions what the hell they are doing looking for him here. Jack clarifies that they weren’t looking for him as Chad adds that he was the last person they expected to find. John asks what they were looking for then. Chad reveals they were looking for Abigail.

Brady knows Alex has had to do some inner soul searching like he has, but points out that Alex is still a Kiriakis with Justin as his dad which is a win. Alex agrees and says Justin has been great through this whole thing. Alex acknowledges how lucky he is for all that he has. Brady understands he’s sad, mad, and frustrated. Alex asks about Brady since he said a few weeks ago that he wasn’t interested in Theresa at all but he always felt he was protesting that a little too much. Brady responds that his head and heart have never been on the same page with Theresa, but he’s glad that his head took the lead on this one so he didn’t get too deep. Alex responds that he was submerged in the deep end. Brady declares that he’s laying off and done with women. Alex jokes about there being no chance he gets back with Kristen. Brady tells him to bite his tongue and calls Kristen the Devil, insisting Hell would freeze over before they got back together. Alex points out that Kristen is dedicated to getting back with him and that now she thinks she has a clear path. Brady declares that he and Theresa were toxic, but he and Kristen were radioactive. Alex says to forget he even mentioned it and then decides maybe he’ll take a break from women too. Brady wishes him luck with that. Alex offers to pay for the drinks but Brady says this one’s on him since he knows his wallet took a hit this week. Alex thanks Brady and says he’ll get him next time as Alex then exits the bar.

Fiona tells Xander how much this means to her. Xander calls it better for him too and jokes that it’s easier to focus his ire and resentment on one parent. Fiona understands he’s upset with Victor but points out that Victor tried to make amends too in his own way by giving Xander his fortune and wanting him to control Titan. Fiona then asks Xander when he will claims his birthright. Xander suggests maybe never, bringing up that Victor gave him the CEO job once and ripped it away from him while treating him like dirt for years. Fiona talks about Victor having high standards for himself and putting that on Xander. Xander guesses Victor is probably disappointed in him now but Fiona insists that Victor was more proud of him than he ever let on. Fiona asks what Xander has been doing since he left Titan. Xander responds that he’s been involved in a variety of ventures, most recently he owned a newspaper but he just gave up his interest in it in exchange for repairing a friendship with an old friend. Fiona questions Xander now considering rejecting running a multi-national corporation, reminding him that he has Sarah and their daughter to provide for. Xander points out that Sarah is a doctor and does fine by herself for the both of them and he’s more than happy to spend as much time as possible with Victoria since that opportunity was almost taken from him. Fiona questions him planning to be Mr. Mom and says that doesn’t sound very much like him. Xander tells her that he’s wanted to be a father for a very long time and now that he is, it’s changed him. Xander adds that Fiona doesn’t really know him anymore. Fiona argues that in the past, he put himself at a disadvantage and was self-destructive out of guilt for whatever reason. Fiona says she’s not saying this because she wants her son to be rich and powerful, but because she knows how it killed Victor to keep this secret and how he really wanted to make amends in the many ways that he failed him. Fiona adds that he may call himself Xander Cook, but he is Alexander Kiriakis and he deserves to take his rightful place at Victor’s heir. Fiona urges Xander to go claim what is his.

Stephanie tells Kayla that Chad’s jealousy over Everett hurt any chance they may have had, but admits that she was just as jealous of what Chad had with Abigail. Stephanie asks if Kayla thinks there’s really a chance that Abigail could be alive. Kayla responds that stranger things have happened in Salem, but she wouldn’t believe anything out of Clyde’s mouth. Stephanie tells Kayla that Jack and Chad are chasing down a lead now. They both hope they find answers but Stephanie worries that if they don’t and they never know, then Chad could be stuck in limbo forever.

Steve asks Marlena how John ended up in Missouri. Marlena explains that he was at the cemetery in Greece, leaving the note for Konstantin’s daughter, and then someone hit him from behind. Steve says that explains the blood on the note. Marlena adds that the last thing John remembered was being dragged away after being hit. Marlena is thankful that Jack and Chad found him but says it’s such an unlikely place.

Chad shows John the video that they had enhanced. Jack explains that Clyde claimed it proves Abigail is still alive but they can’t prove when the video was shot or if it’s even her. John argues that Clyde is just stringing them along but Chad says that doesn’t prove it’s not true. Jack talks about locating the building as every other room is empty. John agrees that this appears to be the room in the video. Jack asks how long John has been there. John guesses it’s been no more than a couple days. Jack and Chad asks if he’s seen anyone or anything that could lead them to Abigail.

Xander tells Fiona that he’s glad they talked as she’s given him a lot to think about. Fiona is grateful for his kindness and understanding. Xander says he would still like her to be there when he and Sarah get married, assuming she’s over her objection. Fiona says that she doesn’t have an objection, she just wanted to make sure he was in the right mind before such an enormous decision. Xander assures that he loves Sarah and she keeps him grounded so it’s in everyone’s best interest that they get married as soon as possible. Fiona asks what if he takes over the Kiriakis empire. Xander says that if he does, he can multi-task. Fiona agrees that he can do anything he sets his mind too. Xander thanks her for the vote of confidence. Xander adds that when he and Sarah do tie the knot, she’s free to bring a plus one.

Brady remains at Small Bar and texts Tate that he’s thinking of him and hoping he’s enjoying camp. Brady then finishes his drinks and exits the bar.

Alex goes to the Titan office and picks up his CEO nameplate, then looks at a framed photo of he and Theresa. Alex takes both the nameplate and the photo and dumps them in the trash.

Brady goes to Fiona’s room and they joke about him leaving his underwear before he made his third story descent. Fiona remarks that Xander never would’ve known if he didn’t find those. Brady asks what she told him. Fiona says she told him the truth that she met a handsome stranger who was quite charming.

Alex packs up a box at the Titan office. Xander arrives and tells Alex he’s sorry as he didn’t think anyone would be there. Alex says he’s just packing up his desk and will get out of his way. Xander says he knows this is awkward. Alex tells him that it’s not his fault or anyone’s but Theresa and Konstantin. Alex tells Xander this is all his now. Xander responds that he’s not sure it’s where he belongs. Xander offers to let Alex stay on in some capacity but he declines. Alex knows how much it upset Xander that Victor didn’t include him in his will. Xander says he just wanted what Alex had and now that he has it, he’s not sure what he’s going to do with it. Alex encourages that Xander had a good run there once, so he’s sure the company is in good hands and if he needs anything, he knows where to find him. Xander says he appreciates that. Alex then remembers he’s wearing Victor’s watch and says it belongs to Xander. Alex mentions that Maggie gave it to him for Christmas. Xander says he can’t accept that but Alex assures him that Maggie wanted Victor’s son to have it, so he hands him the watch. Alex tells Xander that he will see him around and exits the office.

Stephanie tells Kayla that she keeps thinking about how Everett followed her to Salem and now she wishes he hadn’t. Kayla tells her not to go down that path, encouraging that she was willing to wait for him and would do anything to help him get well. Kayla hates what she’s going through but is relieved she won’t be in limbo like that. Kayla tells Stephanie that she loves her and she’s so sorry as she hugs her.

Marlena tells Steve that she didn’t even ask John what Chad and Jack were doing there or why they were in Poplar Bluff. Steve bets they were looking for Abigail, acknowledging that Poplar Bluff is where Clyde Weston is from. Kayla then enters, so Steve tells her the good news that John is okay. Kayla asks where he is. Steve tells her that she’s not going to believe this.

John is afraid he’s been pretty out of it for the last couple of days as everything is just a blur. John states that someone brought food in for him when he was out cold but he didn’t see anyone come and go, so he has no idea how he got there or who has been holding him. Jack worries that he already had a head injury and they worked him over after that. John wants to wait for them to come back now but Jack argues that he needs medical attention. John says he doesn’t want them there when his captors come back but Chad declares that he’s not going anywhere. Chad says he’s going to sit around to find out who these people are and see if they know anything about the woman in the video.

Kayla is thankful that John is safe. Steve says he has so many questions for him. Marlena wants answers so she’s going home to wait for him. Kayla stops her and says there’s something about one of her patients that she should know. Kayla informs Marlena that it’s about Everett Lynch.

Alex returns to his old apartment and runs in to Stephanie in the hallway.

Xander takes his seat at the Titan CEO desk.

Fiona reminds Brady that they said earlier the third time in her bed is the charm, so she thinks this is their moment. Fiona and Brady then start kissing and undressing each other as they kiss onto the bed.

John tells Chad that he doesn’t like this idea, pointing out that Chad is unarmed and has no idea who he is dealing with. Jack agrees and tells Chad to think about his kids. Chad argues that their mother could be alive and close by. Jack wants to call the police but Chad doesn’t want to risk scaring them away. John declares that he’s staying then. Jack says no and that he’s taking John to get medical attention. Chad tells Jack to get John out and assures that he’s good. Chad says he has to do this. Jack tells Chad to be careful and to call him as soon as he knows anything. John hopes that Chad gets the answers he needs. Jack and John then exit together. Chad looks around the room and finds Abigail’s bracelet on the floor.

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Kayla calls Steve from her office, leaving a message that she knows it’s late in Greece but she hasn’t heard from him and wants to hear his voice. Steve then appears in her office and says he’ll do her one better.

Paul meets Marlena at the Brady Pub. Paul hoped John would be with her. Marlena responds that he’s still in Greece. Paul says that’s too bad since Andrew is wrapping things up with Theresa, so he was hoping to see John before they left. Paul asks if she has any idea when John will be back. Marlena says no as she hasn’t spoken to him in awhile but says that Steve is over there so she’s sure he is looking out for him just fine. Marlena then tells Paul that she’s a little more worried about his brother, Brady.

Brady comes out from the shower in Fiona’s hotel room at the Salem Inn. Brady looks around the room and remarks that they really went to town.

Sarah is at home on the phone, being informed that Fiona has not checked out of the Salem Inn yet. Sarah thinks back to talking to Xander about inviting his mom to their wedding. Xander comes home and informs Sarah that their daughter’s kidnapper has turned herself in. Sarah is surprised that Theresa did the right thing. Xander says it’s only because he had the police breathing down her neck. Sarah asks if Andrew is still trying to work out a plea deal. Xander responds that there’s no way she will avoid prison now. Sarah wants to put it all behind them and focus on rescheduling their wedding. Xander says the sooner, the better. Sarah hopes they can do it before his mom flies back home.

Chad and Jack arrive in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Jack hopes this isn’t just a wild goose chase. Chad notes that Clyde could be lying, but if Abigail is alive, it makes sense that Clyde would stash her in his hometown so now they just have to figure out her location.

Xander questions Sarah being so eager for Fiona to attend their wedding when Fiona said that she wasn’t sure he should even be getting married right now. Sarah says that’s just because she thinks of him processing everything, not because of her. Xander calls Sarah the best thing to ever happen to him. Sarah thinks Fiona is just worried about him, noting that it is a lot for Xander to find out he is Victor’s son and come in to all that money. Sarah adds that Fiona flew all this way for a wedding so it’d be nice to do it while she’s still in town. Xander questions if she is still in town. Sarah confirms that she found out Fiona hasn’t checked out of the Salem Inn which means there’s still time for Xander to go work things out with her. Xander questions her assuming he would want to. Sarah calls it the right thing to do and points out that Fiona is Victoria’s grandmother so she thinks it would be good for them to have a relationship and mend fences. Xander reluctantly agrees while Sarah insists that he won’t regret it.

Fiona tells Brady that when she invited him over for a drink, she wasn’t expecting a 24 hour bender. Brady says he wasn’t either. Fiona talks about Brady really knocking them back and she wasn’t sure that she could even keep up with him. Brady blames it on the interaction he had with Theresa. Brady says he thought they were on the path to reconciling but yesterday was the nail in that coffin. Brady assures Fiona that he doesn’t have a single regret as he needed to drown his sorrows and calls her a hell of a drinking partner. Fiona reminds Brady that no one can know about this. Brady agrees not to tell if she doesn’t.

Marlena tells Paul that Brady isn’t answering his phone or responding to texts. Marlena explains that they were trying to reach Brady to invite him to Eric’s going away party, but he never came home last night and it’s not the only time that’s happened recently. Marlena wonders if Brady has been keeping secrets.

Kayla is happy to see Steve but questions him not telling her that he was on his way back. Steve calls it last minute and says he came right to her after he landed. Kayla asks how Greece was, if he found John and if John came back with him. Steve reveals that John did not come back with him. Kayla questions why John stayed in Greece. Steve explains that when he got there, he tried reaching out to John several times but he wasn’t responding so he went to the cemetery where Konstantin’s daughter was buried. Steve notes that he found fresh flowers on the grave with a note from John that said he felt tremendous guilt for taking her life and how he didn’t think he’d ever be able to forgive himself. Kayla argues that John was brainwashed so none of this was his fault. Steve says that John still doesn’t see it that way. Kayla asks if he was able to talk to John about it. Steve then reveals that he still doesn’t know where John is.

Paul asks Marlena if it’s possible that Brady is seeing someone new and doesn’t want to talk about it. Marlena insists that Brady knows she would be happy if he found someone because she worries about him being lonely. Marlena mentions that Brady texted about sleeping at the office so Paul encourages that he must just be very busy creating a new line at Basic Black. Marlena doesn’t think that’s it. Paul asks if she doesn’t think Brady is telling the truth about being in the office. Marlena responds that Brady has been in a funk lately about Theresa. Marlena notes that was a very toxic relationship and she thinks after what happened, he could be in trouble.

Fiona notes that Brady mentioned before that he’s supposed to be sober. Brady admits he hadn’t had a drink in a couple of years and all this stuff with his ex-wife got in his head. Brady says he’d usually go to a meeting but he wasn’t in the mood. Fiona feels meetings are tedious and make her want to drink more. Brady sometimes finds the meetings useful and helpful but says you have to go with the right attitude. Fiona jokes that they didn’t do him much good. Brady admits that relapsing was not in his plans but repeats that he has no regrets. Fiona points out that she’s doing just fine and says some may say she’s a functioning alcoholic but the key word is functioning. Brady questions the secrecy. Fiona explains that she has to pretend to be completely sober or she won’t have any chance of getting back in Xander’s good graces.

Xander reminds Sarah that his mom lied to him for his entire life so he might not be ready to forgive her just because she showed up in Salem for their wedding that didn’t happen. Sarah understands that Fiona has to earn back his trust but she thinks she’s willing to try, so she hopes that he gives her that chance. Sarah insists that Fiona is trying since she is sober and committed to that. Xander questions Sarah going to bat for her. Sarah talks about relating to being a mother now and wanting a relationship with her child. Xander assures that Sarah is ten times the mother that Fiona will ever be. Xander then agrees to go see Fiona and says maybe she’ll surprise him.

Jack and Chad go looking for the billboard they saw in the video and try to match it up to find the location. Chad talks about trying to find which building has the same vantage point which Jack notes may be easier said than done. They decide on a direction and go to get started.

Maggie brings Sarah baby clothes for Victoria. Sarah mentions just putting her down for a nap. Maggie offers to come back another time but Sarah asks her to stay and says she’ll make them some tea so they can catch up. Sarah assumes that Maggie heard about Theresa turning herself in. Maggie reveals that she’s actually the one who drove Theresa to the police station since she asked her to because she was afraid that she would back out if someone didn’t go with her. Maggie admits part of her respects the fact that Theresa is finally taking responsibility for her actions. Maggie talks about still pulling for Theresa. Sarah reminds Maggie that Theresa kidnapped her grandchild. Maggie assures she’s still very angry with her but she can’t help but feel for her since she seemed truly remorseful. Sarah tells her not to expect that kind of grace from Xander because he’s so angry that he wants Theresa to fry and she can’t blame him since Theresa completely screwed with his life. Maggie understands and asks where Xander is. Sarah reveals that at her urging, he went to go see his mom.

Brady tells Fiona that he should change and get out of her hair. Fiona points out that it’s getting close to dinner time and suggests he stay to have room service again and he couldn’t even stay the night. Brady thanks her for the offer but doesn’t think that’s a good idea. Brady asks her again if nothing happened between them last night. Fiona confirms that for a second time but jokes that perhaps the third time is the charm. Xander then knocks on the door, calling out that he knows his mom is in there and asks her to open up, leaving Fiona and Brady worried inside.

Paul tells Marlena that she’s right that Brady was pretty upset about Theresa and Alex getting married as he left the wedding as soon as they tied the knot. Marlena asks if he knows where he went. Paul says he apparently went to a meeting so Marlena worries that means Brady was tempted to drink. Marlena is glad that Brady went to a meeting but wishes he contacted her. Paul asks if he’s done that in the past. Marlena confirms he has since they are very close and Brady knows she will be there for him. Marlena wonders if there’s been a red flag and asks if Paul noticed any questionable behavior. Paul then thinks back to when he first came back to town and walked in on Brady with a bottle of alcohol.

Kayla questions Steve saying that John is missing. Steve says he sure couldn’t find him but he did find out where he stayed. Steve notes that the hotel manager says John never checked out but he hadn’t been back to his room in days. Steve then reveals that he took John’s note and there was blood on it which the ISA confirmed is a match for John’s. Kayla says they all know how despondent he has been over Catarina’s death. Steve doesn’t think John would harm himself but notes there were no reports of unidentified bodies. Kayla wonders what could’ve happened to John. Steve admits he’s leaning towards foul play. Kayla asks what Marlena said but Steve admits he hasn’t told her yet.

Marlena tells Paul that she asked him a question and asks if he noticed anything unusual about Brady’s behavior. Paul thinks back to Brady telling him he wasn’t going to drink and that he just had a weak moment. Paul responds that he knows Brady has been going through a lot but to the best of his knowledge, he hasn’t been drinking which Marlena calls a relief. Marlena says that with John out of town, she worries about Brady and Paul so much. Paul gets her concern and declares that he will track down Brady to make sure he’s okay. Paul bets he can still catch him at work. Marlena asks him to let her know if he learns anything at all. Paul agrees to do so and hugs her. Marlena thanks Paul and says they miss him so much. Marlena adds that she will let him know immediately if she hears from John as Paul then exits the Pub.

Fiona worries to Brady that it will lead to too many questions. Brady says he’s in no mood to deal with Xander either and suggests they stay quiet and he’ll go away. Xander continues knocking, pointing out that he knows she’s in there because the front desk told him that she hasn’t left her room all day. Fiona then calls out to Xander that she just has to put on a robe as she instructs Brady to hide in the bathroom and escape through the window even though Brady points out they are on the third floor. Fiona then answers the door and claims she was just trying to clean up a bit as she invites him in. Fiona calls it a lovely surprise while Xander says it can’t be totally unexpected since she did ask Sarah to talk to him on her behalf. Fiona confirms that she thought he might be more receptive to her story if it came from Sarah. Xander says that Sarah told him all about her being in a mental institution and how she never intended to abandon him, but he’s not sure that he believes it.

Jack and Chad return from the building they checked out but it wasn’t a match. Jack points out that none of the buildings have windows that match the one in the video and says it doesn’t make any sense. Chad then finds there’s another billboard for the skating place so they must be in the wrong place. Jack decides they will start looking again.

Maggie tells Sarah that it sounds like Fiona has been through a lot. Sarah says hearing her story changed her perception of what happened between her and Xander. Maggie says she can certainly relate to the grief Fiona felt over losing her husband and her battle with addiction. Sarah feels like Fiona has done a lot of work on herself, so it would be a shame if Xander didn’t give her another chance.

Xander tells Fiona that it’s just so very convenient that all the years of her being an absent mother and none of it was her fault. Fiona clarifies that she didn’t say it was her fault and she’s not trying to absolve herself of her responsibility. Fiona admits that she handled things terribly when Titus died as she turned her back on her only child and found comfort in the bottom of a bottle. Fiona insists that she’s cleaned up her act. Xander questions if that means she’s not drinking anymore. Fiona claims she’s committed to her sobriety and going to meetings. Fiona pretends she’s in a 12 step program, saying she wants to be sober so that Xander can be proud of her and they can finally have a relationship.

Brady staggers through the town square after escaping from Fiona’s room. Paul finds him and says he was just about to come looking for him. Paul questions Brady limping and having a leaf in his hair. Brady claims he just twisted his ankle and fell in a bush, then asks why Paul was looking for him. Paul explains that he was with Marlena and she was a little concerned about him not coming home last night. Brady claims he was at the office, swamped with work all night. Paul adds that he’s a little worried about him too. Brady claims he’s fine and asks why he wouldn’t be. Paul says he knows that Brady has been struggling because of Theresa and that he attempted to drink before he showed up. Brady calls that a mistake. Paul asks Brady to be honest with him as he questions if he needs to worry about him.

Kayla tells Steve that if something happened to John, he has to tell Marlena. Steve says he just kept holding off, hoping that he could bring her some good news. Steve adds that the ISA is still looking into it but he figured he should come home and update Marlena in person. Kayla knows Marlena will be horrified by the news. Steve states that Marlena was counting on him to look after John and he let them both down. Kayla encourages that he did everything he could. Steve insists he’s not giving up and that he will be going back to Greece, but first he has to break the news to Marlena. Kayla offers to call Marlena to get her to come over right away.

Chad and Jack arrive at a building. Jack insists that it has to be the right building since it matches everything in the video. Chad points out that this one is locked while all the other buildings were unlocked. Chad knocks on the door, asking if anyone is there.

Maggie asks Sarah if she and Xander have set another wedding date. Sarah says not yet but they both agree the sooner, the better. Maggie jokes that it’s safe to say Xander is done with double weddings. Sarah says they both are and they just want it to be small and intimate, so it will probably just be Maggie, Victoria, and hopefully Fiona. Maggie wonders what’s going on over there. Sarah admits she’s dying to know but Xander isn’t back yet, so she thinks it’s safe to assume that he didn’t immediately storm out which has to be a good sign.

Fiona knows Xander has every reason to doubt what she’s told him. Xander points out that she did lie to him about his paternity for his entire life and only came forward with the truth when it became clear that he would come in to Victor’s fortune. Fiona insists that she’s not after his money and just wants to have a relationship with her son because she loves him. Fiona asks if Xander believes her and if he can find it in his heart to forgive her. Xander then sees something in the room and questions what the hell that is.

Brady tells Paul there’s no reason to worry about him and claims he’s fine though he appreciates his concern. Paul repeats that he can’t overlook the fact that he found him with a drink in his hand. Brady asks if he told Marlena. Paul says he wouldn’t betray his trust but maybe he should have. Brady claims he went to a meeting, insisting that he’s together, stronger, and totally fine. Brady says he has to go put ice on his ankle and walks away.

Marlena goes to the hospital and gets a call from Paul, who lets her know that he talked to Brady. Marlena notes that was fast. Paul says he just ran in to him in the town square on his way to Basic Black and that Brady said he’s fine and just busy with work which is why he slept in the office, so there’s nothing to worry about. Marlena is relieved and thanks him for checking as they hang up.

Steve remains in Kayla’s office and thinks back to Marlena telling Steve that John heard Konstantin’s voice in his head, telling him to shoot Steve and admitted he wasn’t sure what to do and how he vowed to bring John back home. Marlena then arrives, looking for Kayla but is surprised to find Steve as she didn’t know he was back, noting that Kayla didn’t mention that when she asked her to come. Marlena asks where Kayla is. Steve informs her that she’s with a patient. Marlena states that if Steve is back, that must mean John is back too, so she asks where he is. Steve tells Marlena to sit down because they need to talk.

Jack suggests Chad that they call the police but Chad says he’s not wasting another second if Abigail is behind that door. Chad then kicks the door open and is shocked by what they find inside.

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