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Gabi goes to see Xander at the Titan-DiMera office and asks if has a minute to chat about them as she claims she can’t stop thinking about their kiss.

Steve and Kayla sit together at the Brady Pub. Kayla is on her tablet as Steve remarks that she forgot he was even here. Kayla argues that he was ignoring her too. Steve asks what she has going on. Kayla tells him it’s EJ’s budget and complains that he’s slashing every department. Steve says at least EJ did one good thing in hiring Stephanie. Kayla says that remains to be seen if that’s a good thing or not. Steve is glad that Kayla and Stephanie are looking out for each other because when it comes to EJ, there’s safety in numbers. Kayla thinks Stephanie is happiest when she’s working hard. Kayla adds that she feels Stephanie is in a good place, professionally and personally. Steve says maybe, so Kayla guesses he’s still not convinced that Alex is the one. Steve responds that he’s been meaning to talk to her about this but she’s been so busy. Steve informs her that he talked to Alex about his police record and she’s not going to believe it.

Alex surprises Stephanie with a cupcake and a candle, telling her to make a wish. Stephanie responds that it’s not her birthday but Alex tells her to make a wish anyway so she does. Alex then wishes her a happy book birthday as he presents her with a copy of her novel One Stormy Night.

Belle is at home, looking at the photos of John on the mantle when Marlena comes in and asks what’s wrong. Belle tells her that John would be so upset with what she’s done and now his namesake might go to prison because of it. Marlena hugs Belle.

Johnny sits at home, analyzing the video of Chanel confronting EJ. Chanel comes home and greets him. Johnny talks about needing to prove the video is a deep fake as he knows she never made any of those threats against EJ. Chanel appreciates him trying to prove that but says he needs to stop right now.

EJ is at home on the phone with the court, arguing that Johnny will not drop him as his attorney and he will have a talk with him, but he is informed that the judge already accepted it. EJ hangs up in frustration as Tony walks in and asks what has him so agitated. EJ declares that he’s made an incredible mess of things and his life is in ruins.

Xander tells Gabi they already discussed that their kiss was a one time only, wine induced occurrence. Gabi explains that she meant that she feels terrible about it and it never should’ve happened. Xander says they both made mistakes that night, so the best thing is to just move on like it never happened. Gabi agrees and says from now on, it’s all business. Xander says hopefully not all business and admits he now considers her a friend, so he hoped he could get her advice on a personal matter.

Steve tells Kayla about Alex’s toga falling off causing his indecent exposure charge along with theft of a fraternity mascot, but that was the extent of his police record. Kayla jokes about that making him a hardened criminal. Kayla admits that she’s relieved that’s all it was. Steve admits his record was way worse. Kayla says she still fell in love with him which Steve says he remains thankful for. Kayla says she has to get back to the hospital before EJ auctions everything off. Steve stops her and asks if he can run one thing by her. Kayla asks what he needs. Steve tells her that a case he’s working on is going nowhere fast but maybe she can help.

Stephanie can’t believe her book is real. Alex says it will soon be every bag and “Anastasia Sands” is about to be the hottest novelist in the country. Alex asks if Stephanie is happy. Stephanie calls it beautiful and says as anxious as she was to have it published, she’s so happy it’s here. Alex says she deserves to be celebrated and calls her amazing. Stephanie acknowledges that none of this would’ve happened without Alex as she kisses him.

Marlena tells Belle that John would be proud of her no matter what and he’d also say she’s being too hard on herself. Belle argues that Marlena knew how things would end up with her and EJ but she refused to see it as she thought she’d be different than all the other people he hurt. Belle worries that she went too far in prosecuting Johnny. Marlena encourages that she’s just doing her job. Belle then gets a call and thanks them for letting her know. Marlena asks if everything is alright. Belle reveals that Johnny just fired EJ as his attorney.

EJ informs Tony that Johnny fired him and intends to represent himself. Tony calls that a terrible idea. EJ says he’s adamant and won’t listen to reason. Tony agrees then that EJ has made a mess of things. EJ says he’s just been desperate to save Johnny that he even sacrificed his relationship with Belle to do it. Tony mentions hearing Belle isn’t the only one he threw under the bus. EJ guesses he heard about the video of Chanel threatening his life. Tony says that’s allegedly and brings up Chanel believing the video is fake which EJ acknowledges that Chanel does believe. Tony remembers the video camera being planted and that a memory card mysteriously disappeared before ending up in Belle’s hands. Tony recalls walking in on EJ and Rita having a hush hush conversation about some package that she delivered. Tony then guesses that EJ had the video doctored.

Johnny doesn’t understand why Chanel wouldn’t want him to do everything he can to clear her name when he knows she didn’t make those threats against EJ and she didn’t shoot him. Chanel responds that she doesn’t care about clearing her own name, only his.

Gabi questions Xander wanting parenting advice from her. Xander brings up Gabi’s relationship with Arianna and explains his agreement with Sarah on a nanny for Victoria but admits he’s not exactly comfortable with it and asks what else he can do. Xander mentions installing the nanny cam so he can monitor from his phone and says he’s done a background check on the nanny and her record is impeccable. Gabi remarks that the only red flag she sees in the scenario is him.

Kayla tells Steve that she’d love to help but she’s no expert in detective work. Steve brings up how many times Kayla has helped with cases over the years. Steve asks her to keep it just between them so Kayla asks what it’s all about. Steve reveals he’s investigating some potentially shady dealings at Titan-DiMera. Kayla feels the case is solved with two words: Xander Kiriakis. Steve says it’s not that simple this time and that’s where Kayla comes in. Steve brings up how Stephanie tells Kayla everything and her history with Philip and now Alex. Kayla questions if he’s asking her to betray their daughter’s trust. Steve says not at all and he’s just asking if she’s mentioned in passing anything about their business dealings. Kayla admits there might have been something as she flashes back to a conversation where Stephanie told Kayla that Philip was less than truthful but it was best if she didn’t know the details and it was a side of Philip that made her sick. Steve says it sounds then like Philip is the one who did something wrong. Kayla wonders if it could be relevant to his case. Steve says it might not be, but whatever it is, Stephanie seems caught right in the middle.

Stephanie and Alex kiss as Alex tells her that nothing makes him happier than seeing her happy. Alex says he can’t wait to celebrate with her later tonight. Stephanie asks why wait as she kisses him. Alex assures that he doesn’t want to but he has to get back to the office since Xander has been texting him all morning about the special project he assigned him to which Stephanie asks about. Alex explains that someone made a freedom of information inquiry about the Titan-DiMera merger and it’s got Xander jumpy since the person behind it used an alias. Alex adds that he went to Steve to try and track the person down but Steve says it would be impossible to figure out who is behind the alias. Stephanie asks what the name was. Alex says it was “Daniel Lucas” and asks if it sounds familiar. Stephanie says she was just expecting something more exotic. Alex tells her to keep her evening open because they have some celebrating to do as he then exits. Stephanie then grabs her phone and calls Steve, telling him that she needs him to come over right now.

Marlena asks Belle if Johnny can start over with a new attorney this late in the game. Belle responds that Johnny actually plans to represent himself instead, probably because he wants to tell his story his way. Marlena guesses EJ went too far this time. Belle states that EJ crossed a line as a father and as a lawyer. Belle adds that if Johnny succeeds, he might just win the case.

Johnny shouts that he’s not going to let Chanel take the heat for something she didn’t do. Chanel argues that he didn’t do it either and even if he could prove it, EJ would never allow him to use that the video was fake. Johnny responds that it won’t be a problem because EJ’s not his lawyer anymore, revealing that he fired him last night.

Tony tells EJ not to deny it, pointing out that EJ just said he would do anything to prove Johnny’s innocence. Tony asks if it didn’t occur to him that Chanel would realize the video was fake. EJ argues that Chanel did admit to confronting him that night while Tony argues that she didn’t threaten to kill him and that even Johnny wouldn’t believe his own wife was the shooter. EJ remarks that it only matters what the jury believes. Tony says not if he wants to keep his son in his life.

Xander asks Gabi how he is the red flag. Gabi points out that as CEO, he’s used to having things his way. Xander asks if she’s calling him a control freak. Gabi says she understands having a little girl but he can’t manage her like he does the company. Xander talks about working his whole life to get to this point and now, outside of Victoria, the company means everything to him. Gabi responds that she cares about it too and she has some ideas that can make it better if he’ll hear her out. Gabi reminds him that she was CEO of DiMera Enterprises before. Alex arrives but apologizes as he didn’t realize Xander was in a meeting. Xander tells him it’s fine and tells Gabi they will finish this later, so Gabi exits. Alex apologizes again for barging in. Xander asks what he’s got for him. Alex informs him that whoever is digging for dirt is using an alias so there’s no way for them to find out who it is. Xander takes that as Alex failed.

Steve goes to see Stephanie and asks what’s going on. Stephanie asks Steve to tell her the truth about why he is investigating her boyfriend’s company.

Belle informs Marlena that Chanel is claiming she didn’t say the things in the video EJ showed and that it’s some kind of deep fake. Belle adds that Johnny thinks EJ is behind it. Marlena admits it sounds like something EJ would do. Belle calls it one more wake up call for her. Belle declares that she’s finally thinking clearly and she will never again get involved with someone she doesn’t respect and who doesn’t respect her. Marlena responds that she’s so proud of her and that John would be too as they hug.

Tony tells EJ that it’s never a good thing to have someone choose between you and the love of their life. EJ states that Chanel basically said the same thing. EJ asks Tony how he can get his son to trust him again. Tony suggests admitting what he did was wrong and beg for forgiveness.

Chanel questions Johnny firing EJ as his attorney. Johnny argues that he left him no choice as he did the one thing that he implored him not to do. Chanel argues that the trial is almost over and questions who Johnny is going to hire that will give a better closing statement than EJ. Johnny agrees that there’s probably not a lawyer out there who could do a better job, so he’s going to do it himself.

Marlena goes to the hospital and informs Kayla that she’s taking a leave of absence. Kayla asks if it’s because of EJ buying the hospital. Marlena says no and that she was thinking about it before she lost John. Marlena adds that she will see a few private patients, but she can’t really heal anybody until she heals herself.

Alex tells Xander that this is outside of his area of expertise and adds that he consulted with a private detective but even he couldn’t find anything. Xander calls that unacceptable. Alex asks if there’s something in the findings they need to worry about. Xander says not at all as the takeover was all above board but their leadership is compromised because of Philip’s fraud. Alex asks if they think the DiMeras are the ones doing the digging. Xander says that or someone working for them.

Steve asks Stephanie if this is about him looking in to Alex’s police record. Stephanie is shocked and questions Alex having a police record, asking why he’s investigating her boyfriend. Steve explains that he wanted to make sure anyone dating his daughter is worthy of her love. Stephanie argues that she’s a grown woman. Steve apologizes and says it’s all water under the bridge as he didn’t find anything to worry about but a funny story that Alex will be happy to tell her. Stephanie can’t believe he tried to dig up her boyfriend’s past and she’s pretty sure he’s trying to dig up his company too.

Chanel questions Johnny representing himself, calling it crazy because he’s not a lawyer and argues that he needs to hire somebody. Johnny argues that it would take them too long to get up to speed. Johnny says he understands the mission is to prove the video is fake and make a compelling closing argument, so he’s the best person to do those things. Johnny promises that he’s got this. Chanel prays that he’s right. Johnny hugs her and tells her to trust him that everything is going to be alright. Chanel goes to shower and get dressed. Johnny sits back down and goes back to reviewing the video.

Kayla tells Marlena that selfishly, she will miss seeing her walk down the hall but she’s happy that she’s going to take the time to heal. Marlena talks about being one thing after another since John’s passing with Johnny’s trial, Belle’s relationship with EJ, and then Susan declaring Stefano was still alive. Kayla asks if Marlena thinks Susan’s premonition about Stefano has caused her recent dreams. Marlena says it’s possible and calls it all so unsettling. Kayla has an idea that might help.

Gabi goes to the DiMera Mansion to meet with Tony. Tony wants to hear about her progress at Titan-DiMera before he signs a contract. Tony reminds Gabi that she will become CEO if she brings him the necessary information to undermine the takeover. Gabi says she’s getting close. Tony says she keeps saying that, but he wants to know how close. Gabi thinks back to kissing Xander at the Bistro and tells Tony that she’s very close. Gabi adds that having their agreement in writing will give her the added incentive to get to the finish line.

Xander asks Alex if he knows how lucky they have been to keep Philip’s fraud a secret this long. Xander says the last thing they need is someone digging around in their business, especially if they are skilled enough to spill the truth. Alex says they need to make sure that doesn’t happen. Xander declares that they can’t risk it happening so it’s time to bring in reinforcements.

Stephanie informs Steve that Alex tried to hire him to find out who was using an alias which Steve confirms. Stephanie adds that Alex also told her Steve said he couldn’t help. Stephanie argues that what Steve didn’t tell Alex was that the alias was his. Stephanie reveals that Kayla used to share stories of Steve going undercover with Marcus Hunter years ago, using the name Daniel Lucas. Steve didn’t realize Kayla ever mentioned that name to her. Stephanie asks if Steve is going to tell her why he’s looking in to the Titan-DiMera merger. Steve says he can’t do that because his cases and clients are confidential but he doesn’t think anything he’s looking in to will blow back on Alex. Steve says it might protect Alex and Stephanie. Stephanie argues that if it’s going to affect Alex or his family, she has to warn him but Steve says she cannot do that.

EJ and Belle return to court. Belle informs him that she was just notified that Johnny fired him as his attorney and will be representing himself. EJ confirms he did and that he still needs to talk to him and apologize. Belle says it sounds like Johnny’s made his choice and she believes it’s a good one and that he will win the case. EJ responds that he should since he’s innocent. Belle calls it sad because she believed he would always win and if EJ showed restraint, been honest, and let the facts speak for themselves, maybe he wouldn’t have driven his son away again and driven her away. Belle says the universe has a funny way of sending messages as it’s been screaming for her to stay away from EJ. Belle asks how many people in EJ’s life have given him chance after chance and he’s just let them down every single time. Belle tells EJ to get used to being all by himself. Chanel and Johnny then enter the court room.

Kayla brings up Marlena seeing Dr. Fuller about her dreams and informs her that she put together a list of grief groups that she thought might be helpful. Kayla can’t presume what she needs but she thinks the most important thing is to not feel alone. Marlena asks how she could ever feel alone when there’s so many people around her who love her as they hug.

Xander tells Alex that whoever is digging for information isn’t going to just stop, so they need to get ahead of the story which is why he wants to hire Stephanie. Alex isn’t sure since she just signed on to work for EJ at the hospital. Xander tells Alex that it’s his job to convince Stephanie that it will be a very appealing and exciting opportunity. Alex argues that Stephanie doesn’t let people tell her what to do. Xander warns Alex that he doesn’t want to see what happens if he doesn’t.

Stephanie tells Steve that she doesn’t like keeping secrets from Alex. Steve doesn’t like putting her in the middle but secrets are his business and he has to keep this quiet. Steve questions why Stephanie thinks whatever it is could hurt Alex’s family and asks if there’s something she knows about Titan that she’s not telling him. Stephanie says just like Steve can’t talk about his cases, she can’t tell anything that Alex told her about Titan because she gave him his word. Steve remarks that tells him everything he needs to know.

Tony asks Gabi about the contract. Gabi talks about making some small provisions as she wants use of the DiMera jet, life insurance and to make sure Arianna is well taken care of if something happens to her. Tony agrees as long as she brings him the information he needs to bring Titan to it’s knees, then the DiMera CEO job belongs to her.

Johnny asks for a word with EJ so Belle and Chanel exit the court room. Johnny reminds EJ that he had him removed from the case and so he doesn’t want him in the court room. EJ argues that he has every right to be there as the victim. Johnny says he understands that but he’s asking him to abide by his wishes, which he said he would do with Chanel on the stand before completely undermining her. EJ responds that he was just trying to do what’s best for him in the trial. Johnny questions EJ thinking that destroying his wife in open court was best for him. EJ says if it means protecting him. Johnny tells EJ that it’s not what this is about. Johnny believes EJ was trying to divide them and make him choose. Johnny declares that he chooses Chanel. EJ tries to apologize but Johnny says it’s too late.

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Arianna goes home and startles Javi as he was dancing with his headphones in. Javi suggests she have some of Rafe’s chicken tortilla soup. Javi notices Arianna has a brochure from Salem University. Arianna explains that she’s thinking of withdrawing from the University of Arizona and enrolling at Salem U. Javi questions when she made that decision. Arianna says she’s been considering it for some time and adds that she hasn’t talked to Gabi about it yet. They joke about how happy Gabi would be for her to be staying in Salem. Arianna agrees that Gabi will be thrilled but she’s not so sure about Will and Sonny.

Leo is brought to the Salem Inn to be sequestered where he complains to another juror about being unable to cover the trial and locked away from outside gossip. Leo talks about his idea for a podcast on who shot EJ. The other man, Adam, begins talking about his excitement to be staying in an expensive hotel which confuses Leo. He tells Leo about his wife knowing him as the ex-head writer of Body and Soul and being a big fan. Adam excitedly says they don’t need cell phones when they can use the landline in the room. The bailiff returns and informs Leo and Adam that they will be sharing a room. Leo argues that it must be a mistake and pleads against the decision.

Belle goes over her notes in court as Paulina enters and talks about being there as moral support for Chanel. Paulina asks how Belle is doing. Belle says she’s hanging in there but wishes her personal life hadn’t been dragged in to this. Paulina praises Belle’s behavior throughout these proceedings, acknowledging that she never wanted to take this case in the first place. Paulina declares that when this trial is over, they will all be relieved.

Outside the courtroom, Johnny talks to EJ about how much Chanel has been through so he asks EJ to not drag her through the mud. EJ questions leaving evidence of reasonable doubt on the table. Johnny confirms that he is, reminding EJ that he hired him as his lawyer which means he is his boss and he must defer to him. EJ reluctantly agrees to whatever Johnny wants as Chanel comes over and hugs Johnny.

Sophia goes to the Brady Pub and sees Tate. She asks him what’s wrong. Tate informs her that he just received an e-mail from their baby’s adoptive parents.

Arianna informs Javi that Will and Sonny still think she’s going back to Arizona for school since she told them that she was only staying in Salem for the summer. Arianna says she was excited to go back but being in Salem, reconnecting with family and friends has been nice. Javi encourages her not to worry too much and says Will and Sonny will miss her but he’s sure they just want what’s best for her. Arianna doesn’t want them to think she’s leaving because she didn’t love living with them. Arianna comments that Will and Sonny are the best girl dads, just like Javi would’ve been. Javi thanks her for saying that. Arianna hopes she didn’t overstep. Javi says no and that he thinks about her all the time. Arianna guesses Leo doesn’t know. Javi confirms that he doesn’t want him to know because it’s too hard to explain. Arianna says she totally understands and her lips are sealed.

Leo and Adam are brought in to their hotel room. Leo complains about it being a little small while Adam talks about ordering room service. Leo is annoyed as Adam continues talking until there’s a knock on the door to let them know it’s time to go to court. Leo is relieved while Adam says they can continue talking when they get back.

Paulina tells Belle that all communication with the attorney general sounds like they are satisfied with Belle. Belle says she wants to do her job, but worries about being responsible for sending Johnny to prison. Paulina encourages not getting ahead of themselves as it’s impossible to know what a jury is going to do, especially if EJ plays the video of Chanel in court. Belle points out that the police didn’t think that was enough to charge Chanel and it’s not enough for her to charge her either if Johnny gets acquitted. Paulina prays that he does. Paulina understands EJ is throwing everything at Johnny’s defense but still worries that Chanel’s reputation is at stake and they both know how damning the video is.

Chanel asks EJ if everything is okay. EJ says it’s just fine and that Johnny is just channeling his inner DiMera. Chanel is not sure she likes that. Johnny clarifies that he was just asking EJ to play nice with her on the stand which he agreed to do. Chanel tells EJ that she appreciates that and everything he’s done to defend Johnny as Paulina said it looked like the case is swinging in his favor. EJ states that he’s done everything he can to raise doubt and get him acquitted so he just prays that it’s enough.

Javi finishes a call and informs Arianna that one of the paramedics called in sick, so he asks if Arianna can watch Tesoro. Arianna excitedly says she’d love to, especially since it won’t be long before they have to say goodbye to him. Javi says he’s been trying not to think of that. Arianna says the whole situation makes her think of how Sophia had to give up her own baby and how that had to be a million times harder. Arianna and Javi agree that it’s going to suck.

Sophia asks Tate about the e-mail from the baby’s parents. Tate informs her that they said they are sorry but they can’t let him meet the baby as they need time to bond as a family. Sophia says she’s sorry as she knows he really wanted to meet her, but maybe it’s for the best. Tate questions how the hell it’s for the best. Sophia thinks it would just make it harder for him to say goodbye. Tate argues that it’s not for the best and declares he’s not giving up.

Court resumes with Chanel taking the witness stand. EJ asks if she believes Johnny is guilty of the crime he is accused of, that he shot him in cold blood. Chanel says absolutely not and that Johnny is innocent. EJ asks how she is so certain of that. Chanel responds that she loves him and knows he’s telling the truth. EJ asks if those are the only reasons she’s certain. Chanel reiterates that she knows Johnny didn’t shoot EJ. EJ questions her having no doubt at all even though she’s aware of his so called motives of learning his parents complicated history. Chanel remarks that she’s aware that EJ raped Sami and she’s aware of how Johnny felt when he first found out. EJ brings up that it was so devastating that Johnny changed his mind about adopting a child with Chanel, which was an extremely difficult time for her which Chanel admits. EJ asks who Chanel blamed for this terrible misfortune. Chanel admits that she blamed EJ.

Arianna and Javi walk to the Brady Pub with Tesoro. Arianna mentions that she’s going to bring him inside and jokes about Roman and Kate seeing her come in with a stroller. Javi then says goodbye to them and heads to work.

Sophia reminds Tate that when they signed the adoption papers, that’s it and their baby is someone else’s now. Tate doesn’t give a damn and argues that they have to let him see her. Tate declares that he’s going to find the lawyer that Sophia hired to get the adoptive parents to let him meet his daughter. Arianna then enters the Pub with Tesoro.

EJ brings up Chanel coming to his home on the night that he was shot and he was very angry with him which Chanel confirms. EJ then reveals to the jury that a video camera was planted in his home and what they are about to see are the final images it recorded before he was shot.

Arianna greets Sophia and Tate. Arianna mentions babysitting Tesoro and then tells Sophia that she’s very sorry as it’s probably the last thing she needed. Arianna offers to go but Sophia asks her to stay and says she’d like to see Tesoro again. Tate questions what she means again.

EJ plays the video of Chanel arguing with him. Chanel has the video stopped and swears that she didn’t say the things in the video but the judge has the video proceed where Chanel warned EJ that she wouldn’t let him live long enough to hurt Johnny or anyone else she cared about ever again. EJ declares it speaks for itself. Chanel tries to argue but EJ says no further questions. The judge informs Belle that they will begin with her cross examination of Chanel tomorrow.

Tate questions when Sophia saw Tesoro before. Sophia explains that she ran in to Javi in the town square. Tate mentions running in to Leo and even got to hold Tesoro. Arianna jokes that Tesoro gets around and is everyone’s bundle of joy while Sophia tries to hold back her emotions. Tate asks if Sophia is alright. Sophia says she’s sorry and she just can’t as she breaks down crying while Tate hugs her, telling her it’s alright.

Leo and Adam return to their hotel room as Adam continues telling Leo stories. He goes over the video of Chanel but Leo reminds him they aren’t supposed to talk about the trial. He suggests talking about football but Leo is not interested. He offers to play a game of cards but Leo declines. Adam insists on teaching Leo a game and says he’ll call the front desk for a deck of cards. Leo then asks him to cool it and complains of a migrain which worries Adam. Leo then makes up further symptoms and wonders if he’s having a stroke, then convinces Adam to call 911.

EJ goes home to the DiMera Mansion and calls Johnny, leaving a message that he knows he’s upset with him but asks him to call him back as they need to talk.

Johnny is with Chanel and Paulina in the town square. Johnny tells them that EJ just called but he’s not going to even listen to his voicemail. Paulina is sure EJ is going to try to spin things. Johnny says he’s sorry. Chanel says now that she’s seen the video, she knows things didn’t happen that way and that she said some of those things but not all of it. Belle comes over and tells them that she’s so sorry. Johnny then tells Belle that the video was fake. Chanel is relieved that Johnny believes her. Johnny adds that he has reason to believe the video was manipulated using AI and he thinks it was a deep fake. Belle states that Salem PD forensics authenticated it. Johnny argues that film is his business and if he’s right, he’d like to send the video along to someone he knows that’s a leading authority in AI. Johnny argues that as evidence, he has a right to take a closer look. Belle states that EJ would have to file a formal request as Johnny’s attorney. Johnny declares that if he’s right that the video is a deep fake, he thinks EJ might be the one behind it.

Javi and a paramedic arrive at the Salem Inn where Adam tells them about Leo, identifying him as a famous TV writer. Javi quickly realizes what’s going on as Leo starts to say he suddenly feels better and calls it a miracle. Adam worries about the symptoms Leo mentioned. Javi tells the paramedic that he’s got this and asks Adam to leave the room to give them privacy. Adam tells Leo to feel better as he exits. Leo jokingly asks Javi to rescue him and complains about how much Adam was annoying him and wouldn’t stop talking. Javi tells Leo that if he takes him to the hospital, it could get him out of jury duty but Leo says no way after what happened at the trial today, feeling it’s now worth more than a ticket to “game seven of the super bowl”. Leo declares there is no way he’s giving up his seat now. Javi says he’ll just tell Adam that Leo needs some peace and quiet which Leo says would be perfect as they kiss.

Arianna tells Sophia that she’s so sorry as she should not have stayed with the baby. Sophia says it’s okay as she asked her to and tells her she doesn’t have to leave but Arianna says she should get Tesoro home anyways and exits. Sophia apologizes to Tate for getting upset as she really thought she was doing okay and she was healing. Sophia guesses she thought she would be over it by now, but she’s not. Tate apologizes for continuing to bring it up and says he can’t believe he’s been such a jerk about this when Sophia was just trying to do what’s best for the baby. Tate worries that he’s just made things worse. Sophia understands it’s been really hard for him too. Tate says that doesn’t give him the right to cause her more pain. Tate decides he needs to stop obsessing about seeing his daughter and just let it go.

Chanel argues that Johnny’s right as it’s the only thing that makes sense because all of that stuff at the end of the video never happened. Paulina talks about the weird things people do nowadays but she could’ve sworn it was Chanel on the video. Paulina asks if AI is really that good. Belle admits it can be. Chanel wonders how it’s possible that the police supposedly analyzed the video like crazy and thought it was legit. Belle calls that a good question. Paulina suggests that EJ could have a mole in the forensics department and she will look in to that. Belle says anything is possible with EJ but technology is moving so fast that the police department can’t always keep up. Belle adds that something like that would cost a fortune. Paulina wonders who would have that fortune.

Johnny goes to the DiMera Mansion. EJ assumes he got his message but Johnny says he didn’t play it. EJ says he knows Johnny is upset but he did exactly what he asked and just played the video but he never accused Chanel of shooting him. Johnny tells EJ to save his pathetic excuses. Johnny informs EJ that he just came to tell him he’s fired.

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Xander goes to the Kiriakis Mansion and asks Sarah if Victoria is ready to go. Sarah responds that the nanny will bring her down in a minute and asks how his session with Marlena went. Xander says it went well and Marlena agreed to take him on as a patient, so he will be able to uphold the terms of their custody agreement. Sarah remarks that she’ll believe it when she sees it. Xander says at least he’s making an effort. Sarah argues that it’s only because she forced him to. Sarah brings up Xander taking a swing at Brady. Xander blames that on Sarah deliberately provoking him by kissing Brady. Sarah complains that it doesn’t give him the right to do that. Xander doesn’t want to relive the events of last night and complains of a splitting headache from the hangover. Xander asks if there’s any coffee around but Sarah instead slaps him.

Kristen and Rachel eat together at the Brady Pub. Kristen tries to get her excited about shopping but Rachel argues that she only let her buy all the stuff because she felt bad that she had to testify in court. Kristen says she had a tough morning and wanted to make it up to her. Rachel remarks that at least it’s over for her, but points out that Kristen still has to testify. Kristen confirms that after lunch, it will be her turn to take the stand.

Johnny goes home to Chanel, who asks him how court was this morning. Johnny admits it was tough and that Rachel taking the stand was hard to watch. Johnny says he does have some good news and informs her that Marlena hypnotized EJ again to try to help him remember the night of the shooting and this time it worked. Chanel excitedly asks if EJ remembers who shot him. Johnny clarifies that he doesn’t, but he remembers that it wasn’t him.

EJ goes home to the DiMera Mansion and thinks back to Marlena telling him they won’t have another hypnosis session. Gwen walks in and pours drinks for them. Gwen guesses from EJ’s demeanor that it didn’t go well in court which EJ confirms. EJ informs her that he did however remember that his son did not shoot him. Gwen calls Johnny the only other DiMera who hasn’t been dismissive or snarky towards her, so she will drink to that. Gwen then asks EJ who did shoot him. EJ responds that he doesn’t know, but he’s quite sure that Marlena does know.

Marlena goes home where Belle asks how her errand was. Marlena admits that she actually just wanted to take a few minutes to talk to EJ in private to thank him for going easy on Rachel on the stand. Belle acknowledges that he was surprisingly restrained. Marlena adds that she also let him know they will not be doing any more hypnosis sessions. Belle questions why not. Marlena doesn’t think his subconscious will be capable of remembering who shot him, so any more sessions would be a waste of time.

Xander remarks that he thought Sarah abhorred violence. Sarah responds that she thought maybe he’d like to know what it’s like to be on the receiving end. Xander suggests she could take some of Marlena’s anger management sessions too. Xander points out that if she’s trying to avenge Brady, he didn’t even hit him. Sarah argues that he tried to and then tells him that the slap wasn’t just for Brady, but for Xander breaking their marriage vows the first chance he got. Xander questions what the hell she’s talking about. Sarah tells him not to play innocent. Sarah shouts that she knows he jumped in to bed with Gwen and tells him to just admit he slept with her.

Gwen questions EJ saying that Marlena knows who shot him. EJ responds that she’s obviously protecting somebody. Gwen asks if this person means more to her than her grandson and questions why she wouldn’t share the information to exonerate Johnny. EJ responds that he’s trying to figure that out.

Chanel questions EJ knowing it wasn’t Johnny if he doesn’t remember who shot him. Johnny explains that under hypnosis, EJ couldn’t identify the shooter but he referred to them as “her” which means it wasn’t him and could’ve been Gabi, Ava, or Kristen. Chanel includes herself but Johnny argues that they already know it wasn’t her. Chanel worries that EJ is putting her on the witness stand today and will use that against her. Johnny says that he is EJ’s client so EJ works for him. Johnny decides he will call EJ now and tell him to strike Chanel from the witness list.

Gwen questions Marlena refusing to have another hypnosis session with EJ which he confirms. Gwen guesses that EJ deduced Marlena is protecting this person as they question why else Marlena would refuse when it would exonerate Johnny. EJ guesses the culprit must be someone that he also cares about. Gwen goes over that the shooter is a woman that he and Marlena both want to protect. Gwen brings up Sami but EJ says it can’t be and that he asked Marlena point blank and she firmly said no. Gwen asks who Marlena thinks shot him if it’s someone they both want to protect. Gwen then asks if EJ is thinking what she’s thinking. EJ confirms he is as Gwen guesses it was Belle who tried to murder him.

Belle questions if Marlena thinks it’s legit that EJ remembers a woman shooting him. Marlena confirms that she does. Belle asks if Marlena has some idea of who EJ’s mind is trying to protect. Belle guesses that Marlena knows who shot EJ.

Xander questions Sarah, who says she heard it straight from Gwen as she couldn’t wait to gloat and throw it in her face. Xander tells her it’s not true. Sarah adds that Gwen said Leo could back up the story and that it wouldn’t be the first time Xander went straight to Gwen’s arms. Xander tells Sarah that it’s not true and swears that he did not sleep with Gwen. Sarah asks if Gwen just made it all up then. Xander says not all of it.

Rachel asks Kristen if she’s nervous about testifying. Kristen admits she may be a little but thinks she’ll be alright because of how brave Rachel was on the stand. Rachel reminds Kristen that all she has to do is tell the truth and jokes that maybe afterwards, her mom will take her to buy clothes too. Rachel adds that she’s so glad EJ finally told Kristen where her mom was because she missed her.

Chanel stops Johnny from calling EJ and says he has to let EJ put her on the stand. Johnny worries that EJ is going to try to make her look guilty. Chanel says that’s been his defense strategy all along and if it helps Johnny’s case, that’s fine by her because she loves him. Johnny tells Chanel that he loves her, so he still wants to talk to EJ to make sure he drives the bus by her and not over her. Chanel decides that’s a good enough compromise. Johnny realizes lunch is about over so he needs to get back to court and he will see there in a couple of hours. Chanel says after she’s done being a witness, she can finally start going with him to court. Johnny tells her that she doesn’t have to do that but Chanel insists on being by her husband’s side every step of the way until this nightmare is over.

Gwen questions EJ as to why Belle would want him dead when they were having a torrid love affair. EJ explains that before he was shot, Belle hated that she had feelings for him and was tormented by their affair, so maybe she thought it was the only way to get him out of her system. Gwen calls it pretty extreme. EJ brings up that Sami once shot him right in the head which Gwen calls barbaric. Gwen questions if he thinks Belle is now following in her footsteps. EJ jokes that they are very competitive with each other. Gwen questions if Belle would actually let her nephew take the fall for a crime she committed. EJ says maybe she’s counting on Johnny being innocent and getting off. Gwen calls that a plausible theory but questions how EJ will prove it.

Belle reminds Marlena that EJ told her that he was waiving doctor-patient confidentiality, so she tells her to just say it if she knows who shot him. Marlena admits she has an idea but she doesn’t have any proof. Belle wants to know who she suspects and says they will find proof together. Marlena brings up Belle being so involved in the case that she thinks it’s best if she doesn’t say anything.

Kristen wonders where Brady is since he’s supposed to be back from his meeting by now. Kristen then gets a text from Brady that he has a flat tire and he’s running late which means Rachel has to come back with her to court. Rachel shouts that she doesn’t want to go.

Paulina meets Chanel in the town square and says she hurried through her meeting because she was not going to let Chanel go face EJ in court by herself.

Johnny joins EJ in court. EJ knows it was a rough morning but says he’s ready to mount a vigorous defense on his behalf and he’s confident they are going to win. Johnny wishes he was that confident. EJ reminds him that he just needs to provide enough reasonable doubt for the jury to acquit him. EJ says they’ve already provided plenty of other suspects and have more coming. Johnny wants to talk to EJ about Chanel first. EJ says they will but first he has to go over Marlena’s testimony since she was a last minute addition and he has to prepared to question her because she could be the key to him winning his case.

Belle and Marlena go to court. Belle says she will come get her when it’s time to testify. Belle stops to apologize for having to attack her credibility on the stand. Marlena knows the pressure she’s under and assures she will be there for her. Belle calls that one of the few things she’s never doubted as she heads in to the court room.

Xander explains to Sarah it was the 4th of July after they just had a huge fight at the Bistro, so he decided to stay and drown his sorrows when Gwen showed up. Xander admits he brought her back to the Salem Inn and they kissed, he went up to her room, but in the end he couldn’t go through with it. Xander says he and Sarah aren’t together but were still legally married and he could never cheat on her. Sarah mocks him being honorable but points out that he did kiss Gwen which means he did cheat. Sarah declares that what makes it truly disgusting is that it was with Gwen, who did truly horrible things to them. Sarah guarantees the only reason Xander didn’t sleep with her was because he knew he was too drunk. Xander thought she would be relieved. Sarah tells him he was wrong. Sarah orders him to just go get Victoria and leave, so Xander exits.

Xander takes Victoria and walks through the town square where he runs in to Gwen. Xander tells Gwen that if he didn’t have Victoria, he would have a few choice words for her for lying to Sarah about what happened between them. Xander questions what is wrong with her.

Kristen leaves the Pub with Rachel as Rachel continues telling her that she can’t go back to court but Kristen says they have no choice. They run in to Sarah, so Rachel asks if she can stay with her.

Chanel tells Paulina that she doesn’t have to go to court with her. Paulina insists since she knows what it’s like to be under fire from EJ and she wants to be there to protect her. Chanel assures that she’s fine with it if it helps Johnny’s case. Paulina declares that she won’t let Chanel be made to look guilty and that she wants Johnny to go free but she’s not going to let Chanel end up behind bars.

EJ interrogates Marlena on the stand about hypnosis. EJ points out to the jury that he is waiving doctor-patient confidentiality and is giving Marlena freedom to discuss his hypnosis. Marlena confirms EJ remembered asking “her” to put down the gun, remembering that the shooter was a woman. EJ points out that Johnny is not a woman, so the only logical conclusion is that he is completely innocent.

Gwen guesses Sarah told Xander. Xander complains that Sarah told him that Gwen said they had sex. Gwen admits she may have exaggerated. Xander argues that she lied and questions why she would do that. Gwen explains that she thought she was helping by thinking that making Sarah jealous would help her remember how much she loves him. Xander argues that she was just trying to cause trouble. Xander tells Gwen to stay the hell away from him and Sarah from now on. Xander warns that if she ever pulls another stunt like that, he will make sure she regrets it.

Kristen tells Sarah about Brady getting a flat tire and she has to get to court which is why they have to go now. Rachel says now she can stay with Sarah. Kristen says they don’t want to impose but Sarah says she’d love to catch up with Rachel. Kristen agrees to let Rachel stay with Sarah and notes that Brady should be back pretty soon.

Chanel tells Paulina that she’s not going to end up in prison. Paulina argues that they know EJ has the video of her threatening him. Chanel says that only proves that she was at the DiMera Mansion and they had a heated exchange. Paulina points out that she threatened his life. Chanel argues that the police don’t seem to think that’s enough so if it helps Johnny’s case, she’s all for it. Paulina worries about her reputation as a business owner. Chanel says she’s aware of the risk, especially now that EJ has remembered the shooter was a woman while under hypnosis. Paulina questions this not coming out before and Chanel just now telling her. Chanel says she just found out herself. Paulina calls that big news that should be enough in the trial. Chanel guesses EJ wants to prove many people could have shot him, so if he wants to point the finger at her, so be it.

Belle asks Marlena if she is aware of any cases where memories from hypnosis proven to be false. Marlena confirms that she is. Belle brings up the defendant being Marlena’s grandson, who she would like to be proven innocent. Belle asks Marlena if the conscious mind can override the subconscious even under hypnosis which Marlena admits. Belle declares that means even under hypnosis, EJ could be lying. EJ takes over and asks if Marlena believes his memory is legitimate and genuine. Marlena confirms that she does, so EJ says no further questions.

Gwen complains that she tried to do something nice for a friend and this is the thanks she gets. Xander argues that what she did was wicked and they aren’t friends. Gwen thought he was just in a bad mood because of he and Sarah separating. Xander asks if she did this because he blew her off at dinner. Gwen tells Xander that she wants him and the rest of the town to leave her alone. Gwen declares that from now on, she will stay the hell away from him and Sarah. Gwen tells Xander to have a nice life and storms off.

Rachel and Sarah have dessert at the Pub. Rachel wishes Victoria was with them and asks where she is now. Sarah responds that she’s with her dad right now. Rachel asks Sarah if she and Xander are getting divorced. Sarah says she’s not sure yet. Rachel feels bad for Victoria because she knows what it’s like when your parents don’t get along. Sarah explains that she and Xander are committed to doing what is best for Victoria, just like Rachel’s parents. Rachel still wishes they all lived together as a family.

Kristen takes the witness stand in court as EJ asks about her being in the DiMera Mansion on the night of his shooting and brings up the conversation they had earlier that night. EJ states that Kristen threatened him. Kristen says she wouldn’t call it a threat but admits she was desperate for him to tell her where her mother was. The judge orders Kristen to answer the questions without adding unnecessary details. EJ brings up Kristen being the first suspect that the police held for questioning because they found a gun in her purse. EJ reminds the jury that Marlena testified he remembered the shooter was a woman. Belle then takes over and brings up the police not pressing charges against Kristen because the bullet didn’t match her gun.

Chanel tells Paulina that they should head over to the courthouse. Paulina knows Chanel will do whatever it takes to help Johnny, but warns her to keep her guard up and not trust EJ. Chanel assures that she doesn’t, but Johnny did say he would make sure EJ doesn’t throw her under the bus so she thinks she will be just fine.

EJ exits the courthouse. Kristen follows him out and tells him that she is happy for him since if it was a woman, it wasn’t Johnny and that has to be a relief. Kristen questions if EJ honestly thinks it was her. EJ responds that he doesn’t know and that he believes Marlena has a suspect in mind but she is being tight lipped about it. Kristen wonders who she would be protecting and says it certainly wouldn’t be her. EJ asks why not since she is Rachel’s mother. Kristen argues that Chanel is Johnny’s wife and Gabi is Arianna’s mother, so the shooter could be anyone. EJ agrees that it could be anyone as Belle comes out from the courtroom.

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Sophia walks through the town square and hides off to the side as Tate and Holly come through after finishing biking together. Tate and Holly joke together about racing while biking and Holly always winning. Holly praises Tate as an amazing boyfriend and kisses him as they walk off together while Sophia sadly watches on.

Chad wakes up on Cat’s couch and says he can’t believe how late he slept. Cat says she and Felicity are feeling much better thanks to him.

Rafe gets Cat’s text that she won’t be able to meet as she is sick. Javi comes home with Tesoro and comments on Rafe cooking chicken tortilla soup. Rafe tells him that it’s for a friend who is under the weather but promises to save him a small bowl. Javi then gets a text from Leo, revealing the jury has been sequestered and he doesn’t know when he will be able to come home.

Marlena and Belle exit the courtroom. Marlena asks how Belle is feeling after resting her case. Belle says she’s okay but EJ still has to present his, so she guesses they should be prepared for more surprises. Belle asks how her second hypnosis session went. Marlena reminds her that she can’t talk about that but EJ comes out from the court and tells her to feel free to talk to anyone about it because he’s waiving doctor-patient confidentiality. Marlena responds that he doesn’t have to do that, but EJ says he does as he reveals she’s been served and hands her a piece of paper. Marlena questions EJ wanting her to testify about what he said under hypnosis. Belle asks if there was a breakthrough and if EJ remembered who shot him. EJ responds that he did not, but he remembered who didn’t.

Cat bets Chad didn’t expect this when he offered to pick up Felicity’s prescription and jokes that they’ve become a sick bed and breakfast. They joke about when they got stuck in the elevator. Chad says at least they were in good company and guess fate brought them together.

Rafe tells Javi that he’s sorry about Leo. Javi jokes about Leo sending him a three page list of things he wants him to pack up and bring to him at the Salem Inn. Arianna comes out from her room and mentions being on her way out to meet with Sophia as she’s been really down lately since giving her baby away. Javi recognizes Sophia’s name and questions her giving her baby away. Arianna says it was right after it was born actually and asks if Javi knows her. Javi looks puzzled and looks down at Tesoro.

Tate goes home with Holly and they talk about how great it is to be together. Tate wishes they didn’t waste time apart while Holly says all that matters is they are together now as they kiss. Holly feels like she should freshen up and asks if she can use the shower. Tate assures that she can in the guest room and mentions that his whole family is at the trial so they have the place to themselves. Tate and Holly go take their showers and rejoin each other afterwards in just their towels. Tate tells Holly how beautiful she looks and how he waited so long for them to be together again, so now he can’t believe she’s really here. Holly says she can hardly believe it either but they can prove it to themselves as they begin kissing. They drop their towels and move on to the bed.

Chad talks to Cat about making cereal. Cat realizes she doesn’t remember when she last ate. Chad points out that she had a few crackers last night. Cat says she doesn’t remember much of last night as she was so delirious, but she does remember asking Chad if she kissed him. Chad flashes back to Cat kissing him, but tells Cat that it was just a crazy dream.

Javi tells Arianna about running in to Sophia with Leo and then seeing her again with her mother, who didn’t seem too thrilled about Tesoro having more than one foster dad but she kept her comments to herself. Arianna then exits. Rafe asks Javi if everything is okay since he’s gazing at Tesoro more intently than usual and asks what’s on his mind.

EJ informs Belle that after Marlena brought him out of hypnosis, he remembered referring to the shooter as “her” which means it couldn’t be Johnny or any other man. Marlena confirms she believes EJ. Belle questions why EJ can’t remember which woman. EJ says according to Marlena, he’s still blocked. Belle asks what Marlena is thinking.

Cat tells Chad that she’s sorry if she sounds like she’s protesting too much by saying her crazy dreams don’t mean anything. Cat feels like Chad has become such a good friend, so she thought that’s what he wanted to hear. Chad asks what if he doesn’t know what he wants to hear. Chad then tells her to forget he said anything and comments on feeling hot which causes Cat to worry that he’s getting sick too.

Javi tells Rafe that it’s probably nothing but Amy was talking about how much Tesoro looks like one of her kids and it made him realize that Tesoro might be Asian. Rafe doesn’t see why that matters. Javi adds that he didn’t know until now that Sophia gave her baby away, so if he didn’t know that she was pregnant when Tesoro was born, he would begin to think Tesoro was Sophia’s.

Arianna meets Sophia in the town square and talks about going shopping for a shoe sale. Arianna wants to go to Sweet Bits Bakery first. Sophia declines, saying she already had breakfast there and claims she’s still trying to lose the pregnancy weight. Arianna encourages that she looks amazing. Sophia says she doesn’t feel great. Arianna encourages her to give it time and she’ll be back to her old self and her old life, just like she wanted. Sophia thanks her but isn’t sure that’s going to happen as it seems like nothing is turning out like she thought it would.

Tate and Holly continue kissing in bed.

Marlena says it’s nothing and she’s just curious why EJ can’t quite remember who the shooter was. She understands it was traumatic and that EJ was wounded, but perhaps the person was somebody he knows well or somebody he was significantly involved with. Belle asks if she thinks EJ is subconsciously protecting someone. Marlena confirms it’s a possibility but questions the subpoena since the testimony of statement given under hypnosis are rarely accepted in the court of law. EJ responds that he’s trying to save his son from a conviction and he will do anything to make sure that happens. Belle complains that she’ll have to try to impeach her own mother’s testimony. Belle declares that no matter what happens, she does hope the new information exonerates Johnny. EJ is quite certain it will if Belle’s cross examination doesn’t ruin it. Belle decides she needs a break and is going to get something to eat. Belle offers Marlena a ride but she says she has an errand to run and will meet her there. Belle then exits while Marlena stops EJ and says she has something she’d like to say to him.

Cat takes Chad’s temperature and sees it’s 100.2. Cat says she’s so sorry that she got him sick. Chad says he’ll just stay at the Salem Inn for a few days but Cat says she won’t have him holed up in a hotel. Chad jokes about being a big fan of the room service. Cat declares that Chad is staying right here and she is going to take care of him, just like he took care of her.

Rafe questions Javi thinking Sophia might be Tesoro’s mom. Javi says that the timeline doesn’t add up but knowing that Sophia had to give up her child makes him feel bad for how she must have felt this morning. Rafe relates to when he had to give up David, but says that’s nothing compared to what Javi had to go through. Javi says that feels like a lifetime ago but admits it never goes away.

Tate and Holly lay in bed after having sex and talk about how much they missed each other. Tate assures he’s not going anywhere as they kiss.

Arianna questions Sophia saying nothing is working out and asks if she’s talking about Tate. Sophia asks how she guessed. Arianna knows Sophia was hoping they would end up together after the baby was born, but she thinks Tate and Holly are officially back together. Arianna explains that when she and Holly were trapped in the warehouse, they were so scared and Tate found them, so he was basically like Holly’s hero. Arianna thinks the experience bonded them even more. Sophia questions Holly and Tate having this life changing experience while she was in Chicago in labor with his baby. Arianna says she can’t imagine what she must have been going through as it must have been terrifying. Sophia states that it was really scary. Sophia states that when she was in Chicago, she didn’t even know Arianna and Holly had been kidnapped and were in danger. Arianna tells her not to worry about that as they are fine now. Arianna points out that Sophia had to give up her baby and she can’t imagine how painful that must have been. Arianna says she thinks about what Sophia must have gone through every time she looks at Tesoro. Arianna talks about Tesoro being in good hands and being loved a lot. Sophia is surprised to learn Javi is Arianna’s cousin. Arianna remembers Javi saying he ran in to her, so she met Tesoro, and calls him the cutest thing.

Chad calls Julie and tells her that he’s going to stay at Cat’s a little while longer. Chad promises to come home when his fever goes down and to call the kids when they get home from camp. Chad thanks Julie for everything she always does for the kids and hangs up. Cat guesses Julie wasn’t too happy about him staying here. Chad says she probably would rather catch his sickness but she wasn’t that mad. Cat is sorry but Chad tells her to stop apologizing as it was his choice to stay. Cat decides she will make up Aaron’s room for him so he can rest better there than on the couch. As Cat goes to the back room, Rafe then knocks on the door.

Belle goes home and finds a package for Tate at the door. She goes to deliver it to him, but ends up walking in on Tate in bed with Holly.

Marlena wanted to thank EJ for how gently he handled cross-examining Rachel. EJ questions if she thought he would attack his own niece. Marlena thinks he would do anything to help Johnny. EJ says that is true, but Johnny already admitted to confronting him with a gun which was all Rachel could attest to. EJ appreciates that despite what Marlena may think of him, she’s willing to be his hypnotherapist and he’s very glad they are slowly getting closer to the truth. EJ asks when they can have another session but Marlena says they can’t.

Chad answers the door to find Rafe left his bowl of soup for Cat with a note that says “Get well soon from James”

Sophia agrees with Arianna that Tesoro is adorable. Arianna suggests they can just hit up the shoe sale if Sophia wants to skip food. Sophia suggests returning a dress she bought since she won’t be going on any dates anytime soon. Arianna argues that with Tate off the market, they will be going to college soon and plenty of parties with hot guys. Arianna convinces Sophia to try on the dress for her later. Arianna points out that Sophia still looks sad. Sophia guesses she’s kind of bummed about college as she’s going to Salem U which is a great school but she always hoped to end up at the University of Chicago but that’s just another thing that didn’t work out. Arianna informs Sophia that she doesn’t want to go back to Arizona for college and she wants to stay here. Arianna reveals that she sent an application to Salem U as well as she thought she would come home for school and she got in. Arianna adds that she still enrolled in Arizona but if she stays here, they could go to school together again. Sophia is excited by the idea as they hug. Arianna suggests they head to Salem U to see if the acceptance is still good, so they happily walk off together.

Tate gets dressed and joins Belle in the living room. Belle says he doesn’t need to explain and hopes he was careful. Tate assures that he was. Belle says she won’t tell Marlena or Brady about this but advises him not to do that here. Tate thanks her for being discreet. Belle is sure he’s humiliated enough without getting the whole family involved. Belle decides she’s going to get some food in the kitchen. Holly then joins Tate, who tells her not to worry as Belle was mostly chill about it. Holly can’t believe she walked in on them like that. Tate says that Belle agreed not to tell anyone but did say they should probably find another location for next time. Holly jokes that as traumatizing as that was, she’s looking forward to next time. Holly kisses Tate and then exits.

Cat and Chad eat Rafe’s chicken tortilla soup. Chad mentions that his friend Gabi makes a soup exactly like this and tells Cat to thank whoever this James guy is. Chad questions how “James” knew she was sick. Cat explains that she had to cancel plans with him and claims that he’s an ex that’s trying to win her back. Cat says they went out a few times recently and were just going to see where it leads. Chad tells her that he hopes it works out.

Rafe returns home to Javi eating his chicken tortilla soup. Javi admits Rafe’s version is a tiny improvement on the original. Javi is sure that Rafe’s sick friend appreciated it even more. Rafe says he didn’t get to see her, so he just left it at her door. Javi questions it being a her so Rafe tells him it’s not like that and she’s just someone he works with. Javi jokingly asks if he cooks soup for all the guys at the FBI too. Tesoro wakes up crying so Rafe goes to check on him while Javi gets a call from Leo, using a payphone. Javi doesn’t think he’ll be able to get everything Leo listed in his text, so he will just bring the essentials. Javi tells Leo that he loves him and misses him already.

EJ questions Marlena saying they can’t have another session. Marlena doesn’t think it will be worthwhile. Marlena says her testimony about what he said under hypnosis before should be enough to create reasonable doubt in the mind of the jury. EJ complains that he still doesn’t know who shot him. EJ questions why he gets the feeling that she doesn’t want him to remember and asks if there’s something she’s afraid is going to come out. EJ then asks if Marlena thinks the shooter was Sami. Marlena responds that she doesn’t think it was Sami and then says she has an errand to run, so she exits the courthouse. EJ wonders to himself if it could’ve been Belle.

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Sophia sits in the town square, on the phone with Melinda. Sophia says she’s sorry that Melinda had to drive all the way to Chicago to set up a P.O. Box but she figured Tate would send the package right away. Sophia asks if Tate included the letter asking to see the baby which Melinda confirms. Sophia worries about what they are going to do since even if Melinda writes back as the parents, telling him no, she doesn’t think Tate will let this go. Sophia’s mother Amy then appears in the town square, surprising her.

Leo and Javi watch Tesoro at home while Leo complains about not being able to talk to Javi about the trial. Leo says he thought being on the jury would be boring but it’s actually been riveting. Leo talks about never being in to true crime, but now he totally gets it and wouldn’t be surprised if they made a movie out of the trial. Leo complains that he shouldn’t just be on the jury and should be covering the trial for the Spectator.

Kristen meets Brady at the Pub and asks where Rachel is. Brady says she’s in the kitchen with Roman. Kristen asks how she is holding up. Brady says she’s nervous about having to testify. Kristen complains that she’s just a child having to do this. Brady says he hates it too but reminds her they can’t appear freaked out to her and have to stay calm about this. Kristen asks how to stay calm when their little girl is about to take the witness stand. Brady tries to encourage that Belle will be gentle with her but Kristen questions that being how she was with Johnny.

Johnny sits in court and thinks back to Belle interrogating him on the stand.

Belle gets ready for court at home and tells Marlena that she wants to be gone before EJ arrives but then EJ shows up at the door.

Javi shows Leo that a letter addressed to “baby boy” was delivered to the fire station with no return address. Javi opens it up and is shocked to learn it’s from Tesoro’s mom.

Sophia asks Amy what she is doing here. Amy says they must have had the same idea for breakfast and questions who she was on the phone with since she heard her say something about Tate not letting go. Sophia claims that she was talking to Arianna about Tate having a hard time not meeting their baby, but Amy questions if Sophia is telling the truth.

Kristen tells Brady that she heard that Belle went at Johnny pretty hard. Brady assures she won’t do that with Rachel. Kristen asks about EJ. Brady says they’ll just have to hope he’s a decent human being for once. Rachel then comes over and hugs Kristen. Rachel asks if this means they have to leave for court. Brady confirms they do soon. Rachel complains that she doesn’t want to go and worries about Johnny going to prison because of her.

Belle says goodbye to EJ and walks out. EJ tells Marlena that he hoped Belle might be more willing to forgive him after having time to cool off. Marlena question why Belle would ever want to forgive him after what he did to her in court. Marlena is thrilled that Belle has finally ended things with EJ for good and admits she’d like to toss him out right now but they both love Johnny and want to see him acquitted, so she’s still willing to perform another hypnosis session.

Leo asks Javi what the letter says. Javi reads the letter that Sophia wrote, telling her baby that she loves him and wanted him to have the best life possible but letting him go was still the hardest thing she ever did. Leo points out that she still didn’t say why she had to give him up and didn’t leave a name.

Sophia asks Amy why she would lie about talking to Arianna. Amy says ever since she got pregnant, she’s been keeping things from her when they used to be so close and she misses that terribly. Sophia says she does too so Amy suggests they work on rebuilding their relationship. Sophia says she would like that, but she’s not a little girl anymore and she’s had to make some very hard adult decisions, so she’s not sure Amy would understand what she’s been through. Amy asks her to give her a chance by talking to her about what’s on her mind.

Brady tells Rachel that a lot of people are going to be testifying at the trial, not just her, so she’s not responsible for whatever happens. Kristen reminds Rachel to just tell the truth about what she saw that night. Rachel worries that will be bad for Johnny as everyone will think he shot EJ. Kristen points out that the jury will hear from a lot of people and there will be a lot of suspects. Rachel asks if Kristen is one of them.

EJ tells Marlena that he wants her to do whatever it takes to get him past his mental block, no matter how hard she has to push. Marlena hopes he’s able to handle whatever the truth may be. EJ says he’s willing to handle anything if it will save his son.

Belle arrives at court where Johnny says he’d like to talk to her. Belle doesn’t think that’s a good idea. Johnny knows she’s the prosecutor but also his aunt, so he wants to say how sorry he is about having to testify that she and EJ were romantically involved. Belle says she doesn’t blame Johnny and that it’s all on EJ. Johnny points out that Belle broke it off with EJ. Johnny says he hates what EJ did but he also knows how much EJ loves her and asks if Belle can ever forgive him.

Marlena hypnotizes EJ and asks if he can see who is pointing the gun at him but he can’t. Marlena asks if he can tell her how he feels about the person. EJ isn’t sure what she means. Marlena asks if it’s a stranger or a friend, but EJ is not sure. EJ then declares that he just wants “her” to put the gun down, revealing the person holding the gun is a woman. Marlena asks what else he can tell her. EJ says he doesn’t know. Marlena urges him to remember, reminding him that his son’s future depends on it. Marlena tells EJ to keep thinking. EJ complains that he’s really trying and he desperately wants to save his son so he angrily asks why he can’t remember.

Sophia tells Amy that she appreciates the offer but she doesn’t really have much to say. Amy wishes she would talk to someone at least like their pastor or a therapist since it’s obvious that this experience is weighing heavily on her. Sophia argues that she’s fine but Amy disagrees, saying she’s irritable and could have post partum depression. Amy wants to take Sophia back to see Sarah but Sophia says absolutely not.

Javi wonders if Tesoro’s mom saw his picture in the paper. Leo hopes she at least knows he’s being well cared for until he finds a permanent home. Leo thinks they make pretty great foster parents and emphasizes that Javi is like a natural born dad. Leo mentions having to get to court while Javi reminds him they planned a date night and asks if he has any idea where he wants to go to dinner. Leo says no but he knows what he wants for dessert as he kisses him.

Belle tells Johnny that it’s sweet of him to go to bat for his dad but he crossed a line. Johnny says he knows but that he did it for him, so he feels terrible that they broke up because of it. Belle says that they broke up because of who EJ is. Belle says when they got involved, she knew exactly who EJ is and she thought she could look past it but she was wrong. Belle declares that there is no getting over what he did. Johnny says he understands and wishes they could just put this whole trial behind them.

Marlena tells EJ that he did great and decides to bring him out of the hypnosis. Marlena asks if he remembers what they talked about. EJ says he couldn’t get past his mental block but he said “her” which means the shooter was a woman and couldn’t have been Johnny. EJ exclaims that this is huge. Marlena asks if it will hold up in court. EJ says ideally he would remember who the shooter actually was, but this revelation could be enough to eliminate Johnny as a suspect. They agree that it will narrow down the field to just women. EJ points out that there were at least four women at the house that night: Ava, Gabi, Chanel, and Kristen.

Brady reminds Rachel that the police already questioned Kristen and they let her go, so they think she’s innocent. Kristen tells Rachel that she was upstairs with her, watching her sleep when the incident took place. Kristen doesn’t want Rachel to spend another minute worrying about this. Kristen promises her that she did not shoot EJ.

Kristen and Brady bring Rachel to court. Kristen wishes she could go in but tells Rachel she’s not allowed. Brady encourages that he will be there. Kristen takes Rachel to get some water. Belle comes out of the court and asks Brady about Rachel. Brady says she’s nervous. Belle promises to go very easy on her. Brady says he’s worried about EJ. Belle says as much as she despises EJ, she doesn’t think he will do anything to upset her, but if he does, they will shut it down right away. Brady thanks her and asks how she’s holding up. Belle admits she’s never hated her job more than she does today.

Amy questions why Sophia is so opposed to seeing Sarah when she said they could come back anytime. Sophia complains that she’s done with doctors appointments, insists that she doesn’t have a fever and tells her to stop worrying about her because she’s fine. Javi walks up with Tesoro and tells Sophia that it’s good to see her again. Javi comments that it looks like Sophia had her baby which she confirms. Amy introduces herself to Javi and then recognizes Tesoro. Javi asks if she knows him. Amy responds that she and Tesoro have a special bond, giving Sophia a look of worry.

Marlena and EJ enter the courtroom as the judge resumes the trial. The judge says she first wants to address the jury and brings up that they learned of the relationship between EJ and Belle. She instructs the jury to disregard that as all of that testimony should not be considered when deciding the final verdict. She rules that going forward, the jury will be sequestered where they will be provided hotel but their phones will be taken and any contact with family will be supervised until a verdict is reached which upsets Leo.

Kristen encourages Rachel that she will do just great and it will be over before she knows it. Rachel is then called in to court. Kristen hugs her and says she loves her as she sends her inside. Rachel takes the stand as Belle, Brady, and Marlena watch on. Rachel swears to tell the truth as the judge encourages that there’s nothing to be afraid of and she just has to honestly answer the questions the lawyers ask her.

Sophia questions what Amy is talking about, arguing that she couldn’t possibly know the baby. Amy reveals that recently spent a long morning together a few weeks ago when she was reporting for jury duty. Javi guesses she met Leo, who thought bringing the baby to court would get him dismissed. Amy asks how Javi knows Leo. Javi reveals he is his boyfriend, so Amy comments that Tesoro has two foster dads then. Javi points out that he actually has three.

Belle asks Rachel about the night EJ was shot. Rachel says she was upstairs sleeping, but she woke up and went downstairs to get a glass of water. Belle asks what Rachel saw and heard when she went downstairs. Rachel responds that she heard two people arguing and when she looked in to the living room, she saw Johnny pointing a gun at EJ. Belle asks what happened next. Rachel says they kept arguing. Belle asks if she remembers what they said. Rachel responds that Johnny said it’s what you deserve while EJ said he doesn’t want to do this and to put down the gun. Rachel says she then went back upstairs. Belle asks if that’s all she remembers. Rachel admits to hearing a gunshot. Belle asks if she saw anyone else there. Rachel confirms she did not and after the gunshot, she got back in bed and pretended to be asleep. Belle asks how much time passed between seeing Johnny with the gun to hearing the gunshot but Rachel says she doesn’t know. Belle says that’s okay and she just has one more question. Belle asks if Rachel thinks that Johnny shot EJ. EJ objects so Belle withdraws the question and tells Rachel that she was very brave today as she takes her seat.

Amy calls it progressive for Tesoro to have three foster dads. Javi calls it amazing that he has a house full of people who adore him. Sophia suggests Amy put in an order so she can have breakfast with her. Amy agrees and tells Javi it was nice meeting him and that it was so good to see Tesoro again. Amy comments on how much Tesoro looks like Sophia’s brother Cooper when he was a newborn. Sophia then takes Amy to get breakfast.

EJ promises Rachel that this won’t take long as he just has a few questions and then she can go home. EJ brings up Rachel saying she saw Johnny pointing a gun at him and asks if she saw him actually fire the gun. Rachel admits she did not, but she heard the gunshot. EJ adds that she doesn’t know how much time had passed between seeing Johnny and hearing the gunshot. EJ asks if there was enough time for Johnny to leave the house and someone else come in to the house to shoot him. Belle objects to that already being asked and answered. EJ clarifies that he’s not asking Rachel to guess how much time passed, but to recall generally how much time it was, so the judge allows it. EJ goes over how Rachel went upstairs, down the hall, and in to her room. EJ questions again if there was enough time between then and hearing the gunshot for Johnny to leave the house and someone else to come shoot him. Rachel says yes. EJ thanks her and declares that’s all he needed to know. The judge asks if Belle cares to redirect but Belle declines.

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Cat falls asleep on the couch as Chad comes back with a wet rag to put on her head. Chad says she’ll start feeling better as soon as the medicine kicks in. Cat starts talking in her sleep so Chad tells her it’s okay and just a dream. Cat then wakes up and begins kissing Chad. Cat then stops herself and questions what she is doing as she starts apologizing. Chad tells her it’s okay while Cat complains that she’s already hurt him so much and she can’t do it again.

Marlena goes home with Belle. Belle complains that everyone told her this would happen and she doesn’t know how she could be so gullible and not see EJ for who he really is. Marlena says it’s because she’s in love and that could cloud her judgment. Belle says not anymore and declares that after what EJ did to her today, the only thing she feels for him is hate.

EJ goes home and pours a drink as he flashes back to Belle ripping in to him at the courthouse and breaking up with him. EJ angrily slams his hand down as Gwen walks in and asks what the hell is the matter with him.

At the Bistro, Brady stands up and tells Xander to take a step back and take a deep breath. Xander tells him to mind his own business as this is between he and Sarah. Brady says he can smell from here that Xander is tanked and tells him to take a cab home and sleep it off. Gabi tries to get Xander back to their table but Sarah says not before they get a couple things straight. Sarah says that Victoria is already asleep and being looked after by their nanny. Sarah adds that they agreed to a custody schedule which she intends to keep while Xander is in no shape to be around Victoria. Sarah tells Xander that he can spend his free time doing whatever the hell he wants, even if that means making out with someone else. Sarah then declares she can too as she then grabs Brady and kisses him, shocking Xander. Xander calls him a son of a bitch. Gabi tries to say they should go. Brady says he thinks they should go too but Xander says he’s not going anywhere. Xander takes a swing at Brady but Brady blocks it and shoves Xander back. Brady and Sarah sit back down as Gabi and Xander exit. Sarah jokes that Brady’s boxing skills looked sharp. Brady calls Xander a menace and says he’s lucky that Gabi got him out of there. Sarah says she’s so sorry to drag him in to this. Brady says that Xander is the one who should be apologizing. Sarah calls it a mistake to kiss Brady like that and admits she was trying to hurt Xander but that’s a very dangerous game to play. Sarah brings up Xander almost beating Brady with a baseball bat when he thought he ran her over. Brady says they both know what he’s capable of but he was ready for him this time and adds that it’s probably good that he left when he did because he would’ve given him the fight he’s been itching for. Sarah tells Brady that this isn’t his fight and apologizes for putting him in this position. Brady says Sarah was trying to make Xander jealous and succeeded.

Gabi brings Xander out of the Bistro in to the town square. Xander wants to go back and complains that he can’t let Sarah and Brady get away with this. Gabi reminds Xander that he’s the CEO of Titan-DiMera and he’s starting fistfights in restaurants. Xander argues that he didn’t start it. Gabi points out that he tried to sucker punch Brady in front of Sarah and witnesses, then complains that he got them kicked out like losers. Xander apologizes and admits it was totally uncalled for. Gabi warns that he better hope this doesn’t cost him custody of his kid. Xander responds that he would never do anything to hurt Victoria. Gabi remarks that there are all sorts of ways to hurt someone. Xander asks now what. Gabi responds that she’s going back to pay the bill and orders Xander not to move as she heads back inside.

Belle tells Marlena that she’s so glad Sami is not there to say she told her so and laugh in her face. Marlena feels she wouldn’t do that, pointing out that Sami of all people knows what it’s like to be betrayed by EJ. Belle believes that wouldn’t stop her from gloating. Belle says she should’ve learned from Sami’s mistakes. Marlena encourages her not to beat herself up and says what’s done is done. Belle talks about moving forward and apologizes for burdening her with this. Belle says she’s grateful for her support through everything but she shouldn’t be worrying about her problems with everything she’s going through. Marlena responds that Belle moving on from EJ has lifted a burden off her shoulders. Belle wishes she could say the same.

Gwen questions EJ punching the table. EJ responds that he did several stupid things today. Gwen suggests he get an x-ray in case he broke a finger. EJ responds that he doesn’t have time because he’s in the middle of trying to save his son’s life. Gwen offers to get him ibuprofen but EJ says he doesn’t like to take medication. Gwen argues that if he put his pride aside, maybe it wouldn’t hurt as much. EJ responds that there is nothing she can bring him that could dull the pain he’s feeling now.

Cat questions why she did that and tells Chad that he needs to get away. Chad assures that it’s okay while Cat worries about getting him sick. Chad insists his immune system is strong as Cat passes back out. Chad calls Kayla, who agrees to send over antibiotics. Cat wakes up and wants to go check on Felicity but Chad assures that she’s okay and sleeping comfortably. Chad says now they just need to take care of Cat.

Gwen complains to EJ that the DiMeras have every medicine imaginable including a medical bag that says “property of Dr. Rolf”, but she can’t seem to find a single ibuprofen. EJ responds that Stefano taught them to embrace the pain and jokes that they are usually the ones causing it. Gwen says she’s starting to get a headache now and mentions going through a whole bottle of ibuprofen since coming to Salem. Gwen remarks that it turns out being universally hated is really trying on the nerves.

Belle tells Marlena that the thought of facing EJ in court tomorrow makes her sick. Marlena notes that she gets to face him first thing in the morning for another hypnosis session. Belle says if he can finally remember who shot him, that would be the answer to all of their prayers and the end of the case against Johnny.

Sarah worries to Brady that everyone is looking at them now and says she’s so mad at herself. Sarah asks why she should care if Xander wants to kiss Gabi since she’s not interested in saving her marriage. Brady says it’s still hard to see. Sarah says she was more annoyed than jealous. Brady asks if she wants to finish their meal. Sarah admits she’s lost her appetite and asks for a rain check on dinner. Sarah promises not to surprise kiss him next time.

Marlena tells Belle that she wouldn’t lift a finger to help EJ after what he did to her in court, but if it means helping Johnny, she’ll consider it. Belle jokes that maybe afterwards, she could hypnotize EJ in to walking in to traffic. Marlena invites Belle for an evening walk to clear her head but Belle says she’s just going to go over her notes and call it a night. Marlena tells her to rest well and exits. Belle starts to pull out her notes but then follows Marlena out the door anyway.

Gabi leaves the Bistro and tells Xander that they let her in just enough to pay the bill, but let her know that they won’t be allowed back in the Bistro anytime soon which Xander mocks. Gabi and Xander start to walk off together but Brady and Sarah come out of the Bistro. Xander calls out to Sarah. Brady asks what he wants. Xander says he’s terribly sorry as it was completely uncalled for. Gabi calls that very big of him. Xander hopes they can move past this. Brady refuses, saying he’s tried to stay clear of him and ignore his erratic behavior because Victor handed him the company and they are family, but everyone’s tired of the chaos and crap. Brady adds that Sarah doesn’t deserve it. Sarah doesn’t want to hear anything Xander has to say. Gabi suggests they just leave. Xander gives his word that nothing like this will ever happen again. Sarah agrees then decides she needs to speak to him alone. Brady tells Sarah to call if she needs him as he won’t be far and walks away. Xander thanks Gabi for her wise words as she also walks away. Xander tries to apologize to Sarah but she doesn’t give a damn and says she’s so sick of his empty promises and declares she won’t subject her daughter to this dangerous behavior for another second. Xander asks what she is saying. Sarah demands Xander start anger management with Marlena tomorrow or their custody agreement is null and void, otherwise she’ll make sure the next time he sees Victoria is on her wedding day if then.

Gabi catches up to Brady outside the Brady Pub and apologizes. Brady stops her and questions why she kissed Xander, hoping that she isn’t in to him. Gabi says she doesn’t know and maybe it was the wine but she’s sorry for it because it’s all a mess now. Brady states that the only one to blame is Xander. Gabi remarks that it’s a good thing Brady has quick reflexes. Gabi offers to buy Brady dinner since he didn’t get to finish his meal. Brady says he was just getting something to go since Sarah lost her appetite, but Gabi says it’s on her so Brady accepts. Brady says he always felt he should’ve gone with his instinct when Victor gave Titan to Xander, that he should’ve taken Basic Black and run. Gabi relates to feeling that with Gabi Chic. Brady admits he thought things might be better with Philip as co-CEO but feels it’s just gotten worse as they aren’t getting along and it’s more out of control than ever. Gabi says it’s hard to argue after this evening. Brady says it’s none of his business but advises Gabi to steer clear of Xander because he will destroy her life if she lets him.

Xander promises to start his sessions with Marlena tomorrow. Sarah questions if he’s even spoken to Marlena yet. Marlena approaches and reveals he hasn’t. Xander says he was going to call her. Sarah questions him not even calling yet. Marlena asks if she’s interrupting something. Xander explains that Sarah thinks he needs help and he agrees. Marlena offers to buy Xander a cup of coffee so they can talk about his goals. Xander says that’s very kind of her. Marlena suggests the Bistro but Xander reveals he is no longer welcome there. Marlena invites Xander to her office at the hospital then which he accepts. Xander walks away while Sarah thanks Marlena.

Chad calls Julie and says he doesn’t feel sick at all but he’s definitely been exposed to a nasty virus, so Kayla wants him to start antibiotics just in case. Chad says he’ll stay away for 24 hours so he doesn’t get Julie or the kids sick. Chad tells Julie that he’ll talk to her later as they hang up. Chad checks on Cat and sees she’s still burning up.

EJ has a drink in the living room as Belle walks in and asks if he’s having a celebratory drink. EJ responds that he didn’t expect to see her since she said he was dead to her. Belle assures that he is but they need to get a couple of things straight.

Gwen finds Sarah in the town square and comments on her marriage being in a rubbish heap.

Chad gives Cat her antibiotics to take and encourages her to rest, adding that he’s not going anywhere.

Brady and Gabi have dinner in the Brady Pub. Gabi questions what exactly Brady is warning her about when it comes to Xander. Brady calls Xander a walking powder keg. Gabi acknowledges Xander’s anger issues but says he’s pulled himself together enough to run the company. Brady remarks that it hasn’t gone belly up so far. Gabi asks if he really thinks Xander is a threat to bring down the whole empire. Brady responds that if Basic Black wasn’t under Titan-DiMera, he’d have nothing to do with it. Gabi guesses Basic Black still means a lot to him. Brady admits it’s not just a fashion brand to him as his dad started it so it’s part of his legacy. Brady acknowledges the company has had it’s ups and downs over the years and he could’ve shut the doors but he didn’t want to let his dad down, but it feels like that’s exactly what he’s doing.

Belle tells EJ that she didn’t come to listen to more of his excuses. Belle asks if EJ knew about the state attorney general sending someone to court to monitor her. EJ says that’s the first he’s heard of it. Belle explains that they didn’t want her to go easy on her nephew. EJ says he had no idea. Belle reveals that they told her if she showed any favoritism, she could be disbarred. EJ says if he had known, he never would’ve brought their relationship up to the judge. Belle tells him to save it. Belle declares they both know that he’s willing to destroy her career to get exactly what he wants.

Marlena and Xander go to her office where Marlena questions Xander resisting therapy. Xander says he didn’t mean to and has just been so distracted. Xander swears to love his daughter more than anything in the world. Marlena asks if he’s reluctant because he doesn’t want to face his feelings or if he’s nervous about what it might reveal he feels. Xander admits he is scared.

Sarah tells Gwen that she doesn’t have time for this and tries to walk away. Gwen says it’s terrible news about her and Xander as she was sure they would make it this time. Gwen admits she was a bit satisfied to see it blow up in her face. Sarah responds that distancing herself from Xander and all that chaos was the best decision she ever made. Gwen comments on Xander also moving on in a big way. Sarah asks if she means with Gabi but Gwen says she means with her.

Belle tells EJ that using their relationship as just another weapon in his arsenal was totally unforgivable. EJ tries to argue that he didn’t know the kind of pressure she was under but Belle argues that it wouldn’t have made a difference because he is selfish and ruthless. EJ insists that he only brought up their relationship to save his son. Belle knows he loves Johnny and wants to protect him but says there’s always an excuse or justification for his bad behavior. Belle remarks that they both know his love for Johnny is not the whole story and that he just hates to lose because life is just a chess board to him. EJ calls that not true. Belle says she tried so hard not to see it but declares that EJ is just like Stefano, who drops a bomb and blames it on loving his family too much. Belle remarks that Stefano treated John like a pawn and that’s exactly what EJ just did to her today.

Chad checks on Cat and notes that she’s much cooler and will be okay.

Gabi questions Brady thinking he’s letting John down when he’s done a great job at Basic Black. Brady says it’s not just about Basic Black but the bigger picture. Brady says John was always the first one to confront a bully and fight for what’s right. Brady says John was a priest in his former life but he was never one to turn the other cheek when an injustice needed to be corrected. Gabi calls John one of a kind and a hero in every sense of the word. Gabi adds that Brady is a lot like him. Gabi points out that John always told people to swing for the fences and that’s how Brady lives his life as she praises his qualities. Brady worries that he’s made a lot of mistakes over the years. Gabi states that John would tell him he wasn’t perfect either. Brady talks about John saving the world on more than one occasion. Gabi calls it a lot to live up to but says it’s not his job. Brady responds that maybe it should be.

Marlena asks if Xander can tell her what’s scaring him. Xander admits it’s his temper as it’s like it’s own entity that controls him. Xander says he has to find a way otherwise Sarah is going to take Victoria away from him and he can’t lose his little girl.

EJ questions Belle honestly believing he’s as bad as his father. Belle argues that EJ is worse because Stefano never hid who he was while EJ pretends he has a soul. Belle warns EJ that if he does anything else unscrupulous in court, she will file a complaint with the state BAR because he has messed with the wrong woman’s career. EJ stops her and says he just has to say he feels terrible for hurting her because he does love her with his whole heart.

Sarah questions Gwen, pointing out that Xander was with Gabi tonight and they kissed. Gwen says she’s not worried about that because what’s happening now between her and Xander is real, like they picked up right where they left off, like Sarah never even existed.

Chad remains sitting at Cat’s side as she wakes up and says she thinks she feels better. Chad says she was pretty much in and out all night. Cat asks if she kissed Chad, but Chad claims that she didn’t and it must have been a dream.

EJ tells Belle that his life was better with her in it, she inspired him to be a better man and his son forgave him because of her. Belle complains that Sami may have feel for this but that’s where they are different, because she needs a man who is honest and caring. EJ says he wants to be that for her. Belle asks why he threw it all away then. EJ asks if she came here just to berate him again. Belle says she came to warn him and let him know that when the trial is over, she never wants to see him or hear from him ever again. Belle hopes that he can at least manage to win. EJ declares that they both know he has to win for Johnny, but that doesn’t mean he wants to lose her. Belle responds that he already has and walks out of the mansion.

Brady comments to Gabi that his dad is gone and his family and the town needs someone to step up. Brady says maybe that starts with taking a stand at Titan-DiMera. Gabi knows how hard it must be for him to keep his head down and let Xander and Philip run the company, but maybe he’d like to stick it out a little longer. Brady argues that it’s not like anything is going to change. Gabi brings up Sarah forcing Xander in to anger management classes with Marlena. Brady questions believing Marlena can turn Xander in to an upstanding citizen. Gabi says you never know.

Marlena encourages Xander that he hasn’t lost his daughter yet, so there’s still time for him to become the man she needs and deserves. Xander questions why she is doing this. Marlena calls it her job. Xander says she didn’t have to take him on as a patient, especially after what he did to her. Marlena says she’s taking on patients in the past who have done her harm. Xander bets he is her most hopeless case. Marlena says he’s not hopeless. Marlena adds that the treatment is most effective if he’s willing to be vulnerable and open, so she asks if he is. Xander says that he is.

Sarah doesn’t believe that Xander would ever be so desperate to go back to Gwen. Gwen says she doesn’t have to take her word for it as she could ask Leo, since he saw them walking in to the Salem Inn together on the first night she arrived back in town. Gwen calls that such a night to remember and walks off, leaving Sarah disgusted.

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Chad finds Cat at the hospital and jokes that he thought she’d be avoiding the place after they got stuck in the elevator. Cat mentions having to bring Felicity in because she’s sick.

Brady runs in to Marlena in the town square and says she looks like she’s in a hurry. Marlena says she just put Sami in a cab to go home. Brady asks about Sami not staying for the trial. Marlena explains that Sydney has physical therapy and that Sami wanted to stay but Johnny insisted she go on home. Marlena asks where Brady is off to. Brady says he’s heading to the post office as they got a little gift for Tate and Sophia’s baby which Marlena calls very sweet. Brady adds that Tate included a letter asking to see his daughter. Marlena hopes they allow that as she thinks it’s important for Tate. Brady thinks it will also provide much needed closure to this whole thing.

Gabi pours wine for her and Xander at the Bistro and then orders another bottle. Xander thanks her and talks about it being awhile since he’s let his guard down and been able to enjoy a night. Gabi tells him they aren’t going anywhere as they’ve got another bottle of wine coming and the night is still young.

EJ asks Johnny on the stand if he can tell him what his relationship with the prosecuting attorney is. Johnny is then forced to admit that Belle is EJ’s girlfriend. Belle objects that her relationship with the opposing counsel has nothing to do with the defendant. EJ says no, but it has significant bearing on these proceedings. EJ declares that clearly Belle has a major conflict of interest and should not be allowed to prosecute this case which is why he’s calling for an immediate mistrial. Belle calls this absurd and irrelevant while EJ argues and the judge calls for order in the court, leaving Johnny wondering what EJ has just done. The judge declares court now in recess and orders everyone to return to their holding rooms and not to discuss the case with anyone. Johnny is escorted out while EJ and Belle are ordered to approach the bench.

Cat tells Chad that Felicity woke up with a fever, sore throat, and a rash. Sarah comes over so Cat asks how Felicity is. Sarah says she has definitely felt better but she has strep throat. Cat brings up Felicity having heart disease. Sarah says she’s familiar with her medical history and says that Cat did the right thing by bringing her in. Sarah says to bring her back if her symptoms worsen and goes to call in a prescription. Cat is relieved as Chad tells her that he’s glad she’s going to be okay.

Gabi tells Xander that she’s impressed with him and how he’s been able to handle so much. Xander feels he hasn’t handled it gracefully. Gabi argues that he got results and accomplished the one thing his father never could by bringing DiMera Enterprises to it’s knees. Xander calls it a perfect storm that gave him the opening and he was lucky. Gabi says luck means nothing if he doesn’t have the skill or experience. Gabi points out that Xander has managed to stay in charge of Titan regardless of being accused of attacking Philip and whatever marital problems he’s had with Sarah which she calls remarkable. Gabi remarks that if Victor were alive, he’d be so proud of him. Gabi then apologizes for rambling. Xander says in spite of being told that at various times to boost his battered ego that Victor would be proud of him, he’s never believed it to be true.

Johnny exits court and runs in to Marlena, who thought the trial was still going on and asks if something happened. Johnny reveals that EJ called for a mistrial so the judge kicked them all out. Johnny adds that EJ forced him to admit under oath that he and Belle are in a relationship.

The judge questions EJ’s motion that Belle has a conflict of interest and is unable to prosecute this case because they are romantically involved. She points out that would make EJ conflicted as well and calls it hypocritical of him to raise this objection now when they are well in to the trial and have heard from several witnesses. Belle agrees as the judge questions if EJ is throwing his relationship under the bus in hopes that she may grant him a mistrial. Belle remarks that’s exactly what he’s doing and calls it despicable.

Cat tells Chad that she just has to get the updated prescription and get Felicity home. Cat then gets a text that the pharmacy is backed up and it will take half an hour to get the prescription ready. Chad says he’s sure Felicity is anxious to get home so he offers to pick up the prescription for her and bring it to her house. Cat says she can’t ask him to do that for her. Chad points out that he’d be doing it for Felicity. Chad adds that his daughter Charlotte is prone to strep throat so he knows what it’s like. Cat then agrees since it’s for Felicity and goes to get her.

Gabi questions why Xander would think Victor had such a low opinion of him when he did hand he and Philip the keys to the kingdom, adding that he’s done amazing things at Titan-DiMera. Xander appreciates her cheerleading but says he’s not talking about the company, but his personal life where Victor always considered him a world class screw up who was untrustworthy with no self control. Xander remarks that he went from having a seat at the family table to being the gardener. Gabi admits that was extreme. Xander calls it cruel but says it’s what Victor thought he deserved and maybe he did. Gabi didn’t realize they had so much in common until just now. Xander asks if Rafe put her to work too. Gabi says she knows what it’s like to let your family down. Gabi explains that when she was in prison, all she had was time to herself and her own thoughts. Gabi says she kept hearing her mother’s voice in her head, telling her how disappointed she was in her and her life choices. Gabi says it took awhile to shake, but she did, and if she can, so can Xander. Gabi tells him that his voice of self doubt is not Victor’s but his own. Xander calls that a fair point and agrees he has to stop projecting it all on a dead man because at the end of the day, he’s the one disappointed in himself because his marriage went to Hell due to his own actions. Gabi asks if he cares to share what those actions were and why he and Sarah are no longer together.

Sarah and Brady run in to each other in the town square and joke about neither one being at work. Sarah says she’s just getting off an extremely long shift and asks about Rachel. Brady says she’s good. Sarah asks how Tate is doing with the baby being adopted. Brady says he’s doing the best he can and they sent a gift to the adoptive parents with a letter, hoping they will let Tate visit in Chicago. Sarah asks how Brady is doing with everything. Brady says he’s okay but admits it’s very weird that his first grandchild is out there and he doesn’t know if he will ever meet her. Sarah flashes back to seeing Sophia’s baby was a boy.

Marlena can’t believe EJ would do that in court. Johnny states that he knows EJ cares about Belle, but he was willing to throw it all away to get that mistrial. Marlena asks how the judge responded. Johnny says it didn’t look good. Johnny worries that if it all goes south, he can’t help but feel that it’s all his fault.

The judge is not interested in how Belle characterizes opposing counsel’s tactics but how long the relationship has been going on. Belle admits that their relationship predates the trial. The judge says that would’ve been helpful to know before now. Belle argues that their relationship is the least of the problems since the defendant’s lawyer is his own father and the victim in this case. The judge points out that Belle is the defendant’s aunt but she was made aware of those conflicts before the trial. She adds that EJ waived his right to any objections and tells him to stop the theatrics as she officially denies his motion for a mistrial.

Chad brings the prescription to Cat’s apartment. Cat mentions that Felicity is already asleep but she’s grateful that Chad did this. Cat talks about Felicity as Chad then asks if Cat is feeling okay. Cat mentions barely drinking any water today. Chad feels Cat’s forehead and notes that she’s burning up.

Brady asks Sarah what’s wrong. Sarah says she was just thinking about an issue at work where she has a secret she’s required to keep for a patient but she’s finding it increasingly difficult to keep it. Sarah feels she’s kept Brady long enough. Brady asks where she’s heading. Sarah says she was going home as she was trying to catch Victoria before the nanny put her down but she got held up at work. Brady points out that means she is free for dinner. Brady says they both need to kill some time and invites her to get a bite to eat at the Bistro which Sarah accepts and they walk off together.

Xander tells Gabi that he and Sarah both hurt each other as he did something he deeply regrets and she did something that he can never forgive. Gabi asks what is the point of holding on if the end is inevitable, suggesting it’s time to turn the page and move on. Gabi thinks it could be easier than he might think, provided he has the right distraction. Gabi then grabs Xander and kisses him right as Brady and Sarah walk in to the Bistro, shocked to see them.

Marlena tells Johnny that whatever happened in the court room is not his fault. Johnny points out that he’s the one who told everyone about EJ and Belle. Marlena argues that he was under oath and whatever happens is on EJ, not him. Johnny complains that this whole thing just got so messed up. Marlena says she’s so terribly sorry.

EJ asks the judge to appoint a new prosecutor. The judge accuses him of delaying in order to get a continuance but says not in her court. She declares that Belle stays, period. Belle declares that there will be no further conflict of interest because as of this moment, she and EJ are no longer involved.

Chad brings Cat a glass of water and asks how long she’s been feeling woozy. Cat says maybe since the morning as she took ibuprofen. Chad says she’s been running around taking care of Felicity but hasn’t taken her own temperature. Cat says she can’t afford to get sick. Chad encourages her to rest. Cat promises to do so and take care of herself, then tells Chad he needs to get out before he comes down with something too. Chad jokes that he’s pretty sure he’d already have been exposed. Chad adds that Julie is with the kids and he’s not sure Cat can take care of Felicity and herself so he’s going to stay.

Brady suggests trying somewhere else but Xander sees Sarah. Sarah tells Brady that this is fine and they don’t have to go elsewhere. Sarah states that she and Xander are separated so if this is how things are going to be, she’ll just have to get used to it. Xander tells Gabi that she shouldn’t have kissed him and worries about Sarah seeing them. Gabi points out that they are separated. Xander says they just signed the paperwork and he’s not trying to rub being single in her face. Gabi says to just blame her then since it’s true that she kissed him. Xander can’t imagine what Sarah’s thinking now. Gabi thinks she’s probably jealous and probably thought that he would be pining away for her but instead he’s out with a beautiful woman so it couldn’t have worked out better for him. Xander responds that he didn’t want to hurt Sarah more than he already has, plus they have to consider Victoria. Gabi says she’s been there and co-parenting is never easy. Gabi calls it sweet to see that he has a big heart underneath his bravado, but says there’s nothing wrong with spending time with her and having fun. Gabi remarks that Sarah obviously has no problem hitting the town with Brady, so she questions what the issue is. Xander decides she’s right and says his marriage may be over but his life isn’t as they drink their wine.

Belle repeats that she and EJ are no longer together, so there should be no further conflict of interest. The judge warns that she will be keeping an eye open to ensure Belle’s objectivity. The judge then decides that due to the time, she will be releasing the jury for the day and warns that if either Belle or EJ waste their time like that again, she will hold them both in contempt of court as she then exits. Belle then storms out of the court where Marlena and Johnny are outside. Marlena stops her but Belle says not here. Belle says it’s one thing to be humiliated in public by a person she thought loved her, but declares she won’t let anyone else see her fall apart.

Chad checks Cat’s temperature and sees it’s 103 just like Felicity. Chad asks if she has any medicine and admits he’s worried about her. Cat says it means a lot as Chad goes to get her medicine. Cat then grabs her phone to text Rafe that she won’t be able to make their meeting tomorrow as she is sick.

Brady tells Sarah that they haven’t ordered yet and could always go to the Pub but Sarah says she won’t give Xander the satisfaction of running away. Sarah says this is their new reality so if they are going to co-parent, she just has to accept even if that means watching him stick his tongue down Gabi’s throat. Brady asks what Sarah is in the mood. Sarah wants a giant bottle of wine. Gabi asks Xander about his plans for he and Philip moving forward at Titan-DiMera. Xander remarks that he has big plans for his brother but none of them are legal. Brady encourages Sarah to talk about what’s bothering her but Sarah says she’d literally rather talk about anything else. Sarah holds Brady’s hand and says they’ve been through so much together while Xander keeps an eye on them. Gabi tells Xander that she’s surprised as she thought he and Philip repaired their relationship, like he and Brady did. Xander then gets up from his seat. Gabi tries to stop him but Xander goes over to confront Sarah and declares that if this is how she wants to spend her evenings when she’s supposed to be with Victoria, then he wants his daughter back now.

Johnny goes in to the court room and questions EJ about why he would treat Belle like that. EJ responds that he didn’t have a choice. EJ reminds Johnny that Belle’s one purpose in this trial is to turn the jury against him and that’s exactly what she was doing. EJ declares he will not apologize for trying to stop that. Johnny asks how much trouble EJ got in with the judge. EJ admits he didn’t achieve what he was hoping for and the trial resumes tomorrow with Belle remaining on as prosecutor. Johnny complains that he hates this as he knows how happy EJ has been with Belle. Johnny tells EJ not to let him ruin that. EJ assures that Johnny didn’t ruin anything, he did.

Belle tells Marlena that she was right about EJ and she should’ve listened to her from the beginning. Belle assures that she will never forgive EJ for what he just did to her right as EJ and Johnny come out from the court room.

Cat falls asleep on the couch as Chad comes back with a wet rag to put on her head. Chad says she’ll start feeling better as soon as the medicine kicks in. Cat starts talking in her sleep so Chad tells her it’s okay and just a dream. Cat then wakes up and begins kissing Chad.

Brady stands up and tells Xander to take a step back and take a deep breath. Xander tells him to mind his own business as this is between he and Sarah. Brady says he can smell from here that Xander is tanked and tells him to take a cab home and sleep it off. Gabi tries to get Xander back to their table but Sarah says not before they get a couple things straight. Sarah says that Victoria is already asleep and being looked after by their nanny. Sarah adds that they agreed to a custody schedule which she intends to keep while Xander is in no shape to be around Victoria. Sarah tells Xander that he can spend his free time doing whatever the hell he wants, even if that means making out with someone else. Sarah then declares she can too as she then grabs Brady and kisses him, shocking Xander.

Johnny says he’ll see them tomorrow and exits. Marlena tells EJ that he’s done enough damage for one day but Belle says she does need a word with him, so she tells Marlena she will see her at home. Belle and EJ then head back in to the court room. Belle calls EJ a son of a bitch and question how he could humiliate her in front of strangers, the jury, and her peers. EJ says he never intended to hurt her. Belle argues that he didn’t care if he did because that’s what he does to anyone who gets in the way of what he wants. Belle calls herself a fool for thinking she could do her job and satisfy his needs at the same time, so she won’t. Belle declares that she won’t try to satisfy him ever again in any way as they are done. Belle proclaims that EJ is dead to her as she storms out of the room.

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Alex goes to the Titan office and tells Xander that his assistant said he wanted to see him. Xander informs him that it’s been brought to his attention that someone used the freedom of information act to try and overturn their merger, so if they are, they need to be proactive. Alex asks if they know who it was. Xander says that’s what Alex is going to find out.

Gabi goes to see Steve in his Black Patch office to ask for an update on her case. Gabi assumes it was Steve that used the freedom of information act to get the merger filings. Steve guesses it already got back to the office. Gabi confirms that she was with Xander and it already raised flags. Gabi feels there must be a reason that Xander was so jumpy about it. Steve is not sure the answer is in this stack of papers but says he will keep looking. Gabi says she will too.

In the living room of the DiMera Mansion, Tony asks Anna about some wine that appears to be missing. Anna suggests some spirits could have gotten into it after the interesting conversation she had with Susan Banks. Anna informs Tony that Susan claims Stefano is alive.

Chanel and Johnny have lunch in the town square. Chanel knows Johnny is the next witness to take the stand but reminds him that he can still back out as the defendant. Johnny declares that he is innocent and he wants the whole world to know it so that’s why he has to testify.

EJ joins Belle in her room at the Salem Inn. They kiss as Belle talks about orchestrating a secret rendezvous. Belle talks about booking the room to stay clear of Sami. EJ calls it a dream come true and suggests setting ground rules like no discussion of the trial in this room which Belle agrees to. EJ then picks her up and carries her to the bed.

Alex questions Xander wanting him to figure out who is spying on them. Alex says he’s happy to take a look but reminds him that he’s not a detective. Xander calls him his right hand and says he trusts him and counts on him to get to the bottom of this. Alex declares that he won’t let him down then as he exits the office. Xander looks back at a photo on his desk of he, Sarah, and Victoria together until he gets a call from Gabi. Gabi asks what time they should meet for dinner tonight. Xander suggests right now.

Tony questions Anna about Susan thinking Stefano is alive and kicking. Anna asks if it is so far-fetched considering it is Salem, where people have been raised from the dead by multitudes. Tony thinks that’s an exaggeration. Anna remarks that for a whole bunch of DiMeras, death has been temporary so maybe Stefano has come back to life like the others.

Chanel tells Johnny that she’s so proud of him for not taking the easy way out and choosing to testify. Johnny calls it survival and says he’s just trying to help his case. Chanel encourages that EJ will do whatever it takes to defend him. Johnny says that includes making every witness as a possible suspect including Paulina. Johnny acknowledges that Paulina totally had her back and even said on the stand that she believes in his innocence. They talk about the best defense being that EJ is so universally hated that almost everyone in Salem had reason to want him dead..

EJ and Belle continue kissing in bed…

Alex goes to see Steve in his office and thanks him for seeing him on short notice. Steve asks what brings him by. Alex explains that he needs information on someone who likely used an alias in requesting information on Titan-DiMera. Alex informs him that the name they got was “Daniel Lucas” and asks if Steve might be able to help him out with this.

Xander and Gabi meet for dinner at the Bistro. Gabi says she’s glad it worked out despite how busy he is. Xander says he did work through lunch so he figured the company would survive him leaving early. Gabi brings up having to testify at Johnny’s trial and not wanting to go back to the office after that. Xander says it sounds like she had a rough time in court. Gabi calls it a nightmare.

Chanel knows it’s hard on Johnny that his father is so universally hated. Johnny says he would prefer to be proud of his dad and for him to be generous and kind like John was. Johnny adds that the one man that was even more hated than EJ was Stefano, who Susan is insisting is still alive, which would be impossible. Chanel guesses she overestimated Susan’s psychic abilities when she thought she could help them find the real shooter. Johnny acknowledges that Susan was able to tell them who was in the house on the night of EJ’s shooting. Johnny jokes that it’s too bad they can’t put Susan on the stand.

EJ and Belle lay in bed together after having sex, commenting on how much they both needed that. Belle admits she was really worried that the trial would come between them. Belle tells EJ that she loves him. EJ says he loves her too and promises that she has nothing to worry about with the trial. EJ knows she’s doing her best to prosecute the case fairly and he respects that. Belle says that means a lot to her. EJ says they may be on opposite sides in the court room, but his heart is with her everywhere else as they continue kissing.

Johnny tells Chanel that he should get back to court. Chanel wishes him luck. They say they love each other and kiss goodbye as Johnny then exits. Chanel sits back down with her coffee as Paulina approaches and says she looks like she could use some company. Chanel says she would love that and asks how she’s doing. Paulina says she’s fine. Chanel brings up Johnny saying that EJ was pretty hard on her in court today. Paulina repeats that she’s fine and admits she’s had better days but she’ll survive. Chanel hates that she wasn’t able to be there for them. Paulina suggests it’s a blessing in disguise since some things are hard to hear. Chanel asks what she said. Paulina says just the God’s honest truth that she believes Johnny is innocent, but she did have to repeat some of the things that Johnny said in anger after EJ was shot. Chanel says she’s not upset with her, but she’s worried about what the jury will think.

Tony wishes by some miracle that his father was still alive but he knows there’s no chance that could be true. Tony argues that Stefano would never allow Titan to take over DiMera, while they all just stood by and allowed it to be stolen from under them.

Steve tells Alex that he’s sorry but he’s afraid he can’t help find who made the request since there’s not enough information and what they have looks bogus. Steve asks if there’s anything in particular that Xander might not want “Daniel Lucas” to find. Alex says not that he knows of. Steve says if he had that information, he’d have something to go on.

Xander asks Gabi if she wants to share what made her time on the stand so nightmarish. Gabi says he’ll most likely read about it anyway, so she had to admit under oath that she was at the DiMera Mansion with a gun on the night that EJ was shot. Xander says he knows that Gabi would not incriminate herself with him but says he has to ask if Gabi shot EJ. Gabi says no, so Xander asks if she was planning to. Xander adds that if she was, his respect for her would increase. Gabi responds that she pleads the fifth.

Belle and EJ return to court. Johnny then returns and greets them. EJ says he needs a word with his client so Belle heads inside, where she is greeted by the representative from the attorney general’s office. He comments on the district attorney prosecuting her nephew raising red flags. Belle assures that she is committed to serving with integrity, adding that it wasn’t her decision but she’s doing her job to the best of her ability and will continue to do so.

Johnny asks if EJ still thinks this is a good idea. EJ says he wouldn’t let him do it if he didn’t. Johnny worries about if Belle asks about the rape. EJ assures that she won’t and that she will only ask about the case while what happened between he and Sami is irrelevant. Johnny asks what if she asks why he was mad. EJ says he will tell the truth then, that Johnny thought he had gotten in the way of he and Chanel adopting a baby. Johnny worries that he’s going to be under oath and asks if that still counts as the whole truth.

Xander takes Gabi pleading the fifth as a maybe. Gabi admits she doesn’t know what she would’ve done if she came face to face to EJ that night, so she’s just glad she didn’t. Xander says he’s not since she might’ve been a better marksman than the actual shooter. Gabi argues that only homicidal maniacs can wish death on others and questions how EJ is still his business rival since Xander and Philip took his company. Xander says he’s very proud of that but brings up EJ stealing the hospital from him. Xander argues that EJ never would’ve won the bid if he wasn’t falsely arrested. Gabi says she’s sorry that happened as she knows what it’s like to be falsely accused of a crime. Gabi remarks that if Xander hadn’t gotten free, the whole company would’ve imploded. Xander asks if that isn’t what she wants.

Alex explains to Steve that it wasn’t that Xander was worried about anything getting out but being concerned with what this person’s intentions might be. Steve tells him to let him know if he finds anything else out. Steve claims he’s sorry and wishes he could help. Alex doesn’t know what he’s going to tell Xander since he was counting on him. Alex calls Steve the best private investigator he knows and says if he can’t get to the bottom of it, no one can. Alex thanks Steve for being upfront with him. Steve then stops him and says there’s something else he should be upfront about. Steve then presents Alex with his Black Patch file on Alex.

Anna appreciates Tony wanting his birth right but questions if EJ knows he’s planning to take back the family business. Tony says he does but EJ is focusing his energies on running the hospital and is preoccupied with Johnny’s trial. Tony adds that Chad isn’t interested either. Anna acknowledges that Chad is pretty busy with the Spectator. Tony declares it’s all up to him now. Tony states that he has EJ and Chad’s blessings so he hopes to get Anna’s as well.

Paulina tells Chanel not to worry and by the time the trial is over, there will be more than enough suspects and Johnny will be exonerated. Chanel brings up EJ even pointing the finger at Paulina and she’s sorry she had to go through that. Paulina says EJ was mostly making a point. Paulina admits she may have admitted to wanting EJ dead but she’s glad he is defending Johnny as they can agree on one thing; family comes first, now and always.

Johnny takes the witness stand where Belle asks him to describe the nature of his relationship with EJ. Johnny responds that EJ has been a good dad to him and he loves him. Belle asks if he’s always felt that way. Johnny says yes and admits they have bought but he’s always loved him. Belle asks why he was angry with EJ on the night of the shooting. Johnny explains that he and Chanel were recently trying to adopt a baby and EJ didn’t exactly leave a good impression on the biological family, so they backed out. Belle brings up that Roman testified that “Johnny was upset with his father for a host of reasons, some current and some dating back many years”. Belle asks Johnny if there were other reasons that he was upset about, something that may have happened years ago. EJ objects to events from years ago not being relevant. Belle argues that it goes to Johnny’s state of mind immediately before the shooting which the judge agrees with. Belle asks Johnny again if he was angry at his father for any other reason. Johnny admits that he was. Belle asks him to elaborate. Johnny confirms that he found out EJ once insisted that Sami have sex with him or he wouldn’t help her save someone she loved. Belle asks if he means EJ raped Sami which Johnny admits. Belle asks when he learned that. Johnny says it was recently. Belle asks when this event took place. EJ objects to relevance but the judge overrules it. Johnny then admits it was how he was conceived. Belle goes back to the night of the shooting and asks if it’s true that he and EJ argued at the scene of the crime which Johnny confirms. Belle asks if Johnny brought Roman’s gun with him which he also confirms, because he briefly considered using it to kill his father. Belle says no further questions and takes her seat, leaving EJ unhappy.

Steve informs Alex that he has to come clean about something. Steve reveals that when he realized Alex and Stephanie were getting closer, he did some research and this file popped up. Alex admits there was a small instance back in college. Steve argues those are not small charges. Steve says he’s had his brushes with the law but questions grand theft and indecent exposure. Alex knows it looks bad but says he can explain. Steve says he hopes so.

Anna tells Tony that before she can give him her blessing, she wants to know if she should be worried. Anna questions how exactly he plans on taking DiMera back from Xander and Philip. Tony says that’s the easy part and explains that he’s working with a disgruntled employee, who is looking to find dirt on Xander and Philip and hopefully will find a weakness he can exploit. Anna asks if he’s sure he can trust this person. Tony says no, but Anna does, as he reveals that it’s Gabi.

Xander tells Gabi not to play dumb as he saw how she reacted when he got the call earlier and that she was intrigued by the idea of someone trying to take them down. Xander it’s no secret that Gabi wanted Titan-DiMera to fail so she could take back Gabi Chic. Gabi argues that if they go under, so does Gabi Chic, so her success depends on Titan-DiMera as much as his does.

Chanel sees someone walk by in the town square with a baby. Chanel then tells Paulina that Sophia had her baby and admits it was triggering for her to hear about it. Chanel knows she should be counting her blessings and not feeling sorry for herself. Paulina argues that she’s allowed to feel sorry for herself. Paulina knows it has to be hard on her, knowing the baby could’ve been her and Johnny’s. Paulina encourages that the trial will be over soon with a happy outcome so they can focus on their future again and having the family she wants so bad. Chanel knows it will happen and that she will be a mom someday.

Johnny remains on the stand as EJ stands up and just asks Johnny if he shot him. Johnny says no. EJ asks why not since he just testified to bringing a gun to his home. Johnny responds that he couldn’t go through with hurting him or worse because EJ is his dad and he loves him. EJ brings up Belle being Johnny’s aunt and knowing about certain events that transpired between he and Sami. Belle objects but EJ argues that Belle brought up this information on her own personal knowledge. The judge warns that EJ is to ask the witness not hurl accusations at the opposition, so EJ says no further questions. Belle then brings up Paulina testifying that Johnny said EJ got what he deserved, which Johnny admits is true. Belle adds that Chad said that Johnny said he didn’t care if EJ lived or died. Johnny admits he said that but that he did not mean it. Johnny says maybe he thought he did at the time but he was angry and not thinking clearly. Belle decides no further questions while EJ takes back over. EJ asks Johnny if he can tell him what his relationship with the prosecuting attorney is. Johnny is then forced to admit that Belle is EJ’s girlfriend.

Alex tells Steve that he knows the file looks bad but it really was just a fraternity prank that went way too far which Steve question. Alex explains that it was rush week and how one of the competing fraternities had a parrot mascot that they all hated, so they stole it but they got caught hence the grand theft charges as it turned out the parrot was 50 years old and worth about 10 grand. Alex says they had no idea how much it was worth. Steve admits the grand theft charge is not what he’s most concerned about, but the indecent exposure. Alex explains the night that they decided to do it, their frat had a toga party and as he was climbing out the window, his toga ripped off, leaving him caught naked so they decided to make an example out of him. Steve laughs and thanks Alex for easing his mind, apologizing for the interrogation. Alex says it’s okay as he respects Steve looking out for his daughter. Alex doesn’t want Steve to have to worry as he calls Stephanie his favorite person in the world and he knows how lucky he is to be with her. Alex promises to treat Stephanie like a queen.

Xander is glad Gabi recognizes the symbiotic nature of their relationship. Gabi says that’s one way of putting it. Xander asks how she would put it. Gabi suggests not going back to the office tonight and ordering a bottle of wine.

Anna questions Tony having Gabi dig up dirt on the Kiriakis brothers and why she hasn’t heard about it from her. Tony says he made Gabi promise not to tell anyone and he told her that he would tell Anna herself. Anna says it sounds like he has it all figured out but hopes this doesn’t mean he wants to stay in Salem. Tony reveals that he promised Gabi the CEO job since he can pull the strings from anywhere in the world. Tony adds that he knows Anna misses her days of designing clothes which she admits. Anna then realizes she could sell her clothes through Gabi Chic and calls it perfect. Tony says he knew she would be pleased and he always wants to make her happy as they kiss.

Chanel hopes Johnny isn’t making a mistake by taking the stand today. Paulina says Johnny wants to clear his name and they can’t blame him for that, so she just has to trust him. Chanel worries about the longer it goes and says she just wants to know something.

Belle objects that her relationship with the opposing counsel has nothing to do with the defendant. EJ says no, but it has significant bearing on these proceedings. EJ declares that clearly Belle has a major conflict of interest and should not be allowed to prosecute this case which is why he’s calling for an immediate mistrial, shocking Johnny and Belle.

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Sophia goes to Melinda’s office, looking for her. Sophia then gets a call from Tate, who informs her that Rachel bought a gift for the baby and he did as well, so he asks for the adoptive parents’ address so he can send them to her. Sophia claims she doesn’t have the address so she’ll have to reach out to her lawyer and get back to him. Tate says he can wait and thanks her as they hang up.

Abe and Paulina eat together at the Bistro. Paulina complains that yesterday she was so stressed about Johnny’s trial that she couldn’t eat a thing while today, she can’t stop eating. Abe encourages her to try to relax. Paulina asks how she can when she’s about to testify against her own son in law. Paulina worries that her testimony could end up sending her daughter’s husband to prison.

Leo sits at home, complaining to Rafe about the coverage of Johnny’s trial in the Spectator. Rafe encourages that Leo gets to be an integral cog of the criminal justice system. Leo complains that he’s only getting $30 a day. Gabi walks in and mentions that she’s testifying at Johnny’s trial. Leo complains about not knowing who is next. Leo says nothing about this case is normal, pointing out that both the district attorney and the defense want Johnny acquitted.

Belle walks through the town square and comes across Tate, who offers to help with her bags. Belle informs him that she’s just checking in to the Salem Inn which Tate questions. Belle explains that Sami is in town, so she figures the best way to keep the peace is to avoid her. Tate guesses Sami won’t be happy with her for prosecuting Johnny. Belle says that and for dating her ex.

EJ and Johnny prepare for court at the DiMera Mansion. EJ encourages Johnny to be himself and not overthink it. Johnny says that’s kind of hard to do when his entire future is on the line. EJ says yesterday went well and hopes today will as well. EJ reminds Johnny that he is going to have to be ruthless and he will likely ruffle some feathers. Johnny admits he’s having second thoughts about that. EJ argues that the most important thing is proving Johnny’s innocence and that is exactly what he’s going to do, no matter what it takes.

Gabi questions how Leo even got on the jury with all the articles he wrote about the case. Leo explains that so many people hate the DiMeras that they were having a hard time finding people without ulterior motives while Gabi remarks they were scraping the bottom of the barrel. Leo thought they connected when Arianna was missing and he was compassionate towards her. Gabi admits that and apologizes, saying she’s just nervous about incurring EJ’s wrath on the stand and she’s dreading it.

Paulina tells Abe that she’s just so stressed because she’s feeling guilty since the trial wouldn’t even be happening if she hadn’t pushed for Johnny to be arrested. Abe argues that the only reason Johnny is on trial is because the evidence supported him being charged while Paulina did everything by the book. Paulina worries about Johnny getting wrongly convicted and asks how she will live with herself. Paulina then gets a call from the attorney general’s office and wonders what it’s about.

Johnny asks EJ to take it easy on Paulina in court. EJ says it should all go smoothly if Paulina is truly on Johnny’s side. Johnny argues that Roman was on his side but EJ still raked him over the coals and Chanel would be very upset if he does the same to Paulina. EJ thinks Chanel would be more upset if Johnny went to prison. EJ tells Johnny to keep his eye on the ball and he’ll take care of the rest.

Tate tells Belle that Sami has to realize that she had no choice but to prosecute Johnny and was forced to stay on the case. Belle says those things don’t matter to Sami and with her, you just have to ride it out which will be easier if they are not under the same roof. Belle adds that the last thing Marlena needs is her daughters brawling in the living room. Belle brings up knowing how Tate was upset about not getting to meet his daughter when Sophia went to Chicago. Tate knows Sophia made what she thought was the best decision at the time, but admits he wishes he could’ve seen his kid.

Melinda joins Sophia in her office and asks what’s going on. Sophia reminds Melinda about their lie that she had a baby girl and reveals that Sarah knew she was having a boy because of her ultrasound. Melinda admits she stupidly hadn’t thought of that. Sophia adds that Sarah confronted her about it so she had no choice but to tell her the truth because she threatened to call the authorities if she couldn’t prove her baby was safe. Melinda points out that Sarah can’t say anything because of doctor-patient confidentiality. Sophia remains worried that Sarah knows she lied to Tate. Sophia then declares that she doesn’t think she can keep the secret anymore. Melinda tries to calm Sophia down, reminding her that if she tells the truth now, she might end up in the same situation of having to raise the baby, so it’s better to keep up the lie. Sophia complains that it’s getting harder by the day. Sophia then informs Melinda that Tate just called, asking for the address of the adoptive parents because he wants to send the baby gifts and questions what she is supposed to do. Melinda tells her not to worry as she will handle it.

Belle tells Tate to let her know if there’s anything she can do about the baby situation. Tate assures he’ll be okay as Belle has enough going on with the trial and he can’t imagine how hard it must be for her. Belle acknowledges that a lot of people aren’t happy with her right now but talks about getting through the hard times for the greater good and says this is about giving Johnny a fair trial. Tate agrees that he should also be trying to be selfless and think of the greater good instead of making the baby situation about himself. Tate decides he should be thinking about Sophia, what’s going on with her and how she’s doing. Belle is sure she will appreciate that. Belle says she has to go check in at court. Tate wishes her luck as Belle walks away.

Paulina says she understands and thanks them for letting her know as she hangs up. Paulina informs Abe that the attorney general wanted her to know that he will be watching the case very closely because it’s so high profile and he will be sending someone from his office to oversee things in person. Abe says he’s not surprised. Paulina adds that he was very clear that if Belle doesn’t fulfill her duties as district attorney, she will be disbarred.

Rafe tells Gabi and Leo that none of this is helping, so enough with the trial talk. Leo says he needs to say goodbye to Javi and Tesoro anyway. Leo tells Gabi that he will see her in court and exits. Rafe asks Gabi if she wants him to go with her to court. Gabi admits she could really use his support. Rafe encourages her not to let EJ intimidate her. Rafe tells Gabi that all she has to do is tell the judge what she heard and saw on the night of the shooting. Gabi argues that it’s easy for Rafe to say since he won’t be the one with a target on his back if Johnny gets convicted.

Johnny acknowledges to EJ that keep your eye on the ball is what John would’ve said as he was always talking in baseball metaphors. EJ is sure Johnny misses John more than ever lately. Johnny says it was so great talking with Sami and sharing stores about John with her. Johnny says they had a rocky history but Sami loved John a lot. Johnny adds that they also talked about him and EJ’s relationship. Johnny states that Sami is really glad they worked things out. EJ says not half as glad as he is. Johnny asks if they should get to the courthouse. EJ says they should and jokes with Johnny about more baseball metaphors as they exit together.

Abe and Paulina go to the courthouse. Abe says he’ll be waiting as he heads inside. Johnny and EJ arrive. Paulina wishes Johnny luck and then stops EJ to ask if they can have a word in private. EJ argues that she’s a witness for opposing counsel so it would be inappropriate but Paulina says this would be in her official capacity as Mayor, so EJ tells Johnny that he will catch up with him inside. EJ warns Paulina that being Mayor doesn’t mean she gets a free pass on the stand. Paulina argues that she would never ask for that and says this is about Belle. Paulina warns EJ that if he wants Belle to remain Johnny’s friendly prosecutor, then he needs to back the hell off and no more playing dirty. Paulina says there’s something else but EJ gets informed that the judge would like a word and heads in to court. Belle then arrives, so Paulina stops her to warn her about her call from the attorney general’s office.

Tate runs in to Sophia outside of the Brady Pub and says he’s so glad he ran in to her. Sophia says she hasn’t been able to get the address of the adoptive parents yet. Tate says it’s not that and he just wanted to apologize as he feels he hasn’t been kind or patient with her since she got back from Chicago and made this whole situation about him while not being good about asking how she’s doing. Sophia thanks him but says she’s fine. Tate asks if she’s sure as he can’t imagine how hard it must have been to give the baby up. Tate says if she ever needs someone to talk to, he’s there for her. Sophia says that’s good to know and thanks him. Tate invites her to join him at the Pub for a bite which she accepts.

Johnny’s trial resumes with Paulina on the witness stand. Belle asks Paulina about her interaction with Johnny on the night of the shooting. Paulina talks about her and Chanel being home most of the night and Chanel getting worried about Johnny not being home, knowing he was angry at his father. Belle asks Paulina if Chanel thought Johnny might commit an act of violence. EJ objects to Belle leading the witness. Belle asks Paulina if she and Chanel had a conversation about the reasons for her concerns. Paulina responds that all Chanel said was that Johnny was in a bad place because of his anger towards EJ but she was very relieved when he returned home. Belle asks how she found out about the shooting. Paulina informs her that Chad called with the news. Belle asks what Johnny’s reaction was and if he wanted to rush over to see his father. Paulina admits that Johnny refused to see EJ in the hospital which Belle questions. Paulina adds that Johnny said he didn’t care what happened to him. Belle asks what specifically he said. Paulina admits that Johnny said that his father got what he deserved. Belle asks if Johnny ever mentioned where he was when they were waiting for him to come home. Paulina responds that Johnny said he left the Pub and went for a walk in the park, but later admitted to going to the DiMera Mansion. Belle asks why he went there. Paulina says that Johnny told them he went to confront EJ with a gun. Belle says no further questions and sits down while EJ takes over. EJ asks Paulina if she considered confronting him as well that night. Belle objects, arguing that is irrelevant while EJ argues that he’s attempting to prove that Johnny is not the only one with motive or opportunity to attempt to murder him that night, so the judge allows it. Paulina admits that she did consider confronting EJ. EJ asks if she came to his house that night, attempting to shoot him in cold blood. Paulina argues that he knows damn well she did not. EJ asks if she has any reason to believe that Johnny confronted him and did not shoot him. Paulina responds that’s what Johnny says. EJ asks if Paulina believes Johnny when he says he’s innocent. Paulina declares that she does, with all her heart.

Tate and Sophia eat together at the Pub as Tate starts asking what the adoptive parents are like. Sophia knows this happened really quickly and that it’s not really what they wanted, but they have to live with it. Tate responds that he doesn’t know if he can just live with it which Sophia questions. Tate declares this just isn’t working for him as it’s all he thinks about and it keeps him up at night. Sophia asks what he is saying. Tate states that he really wants to meet the adoptive parents and their daughter.

Gabi takes the witness stand as Belle questions the circumstances that led to her being at the DiMera Mansion. Gabi responds that she wanted to confront EJ about kidnapping Rafe, but when she arrived, she heard EJ and Johnny arguing. Belle asks what they were saying. Gabi responds that she very clearly heard Johnny say “it’s what you deserve” and EJ responded “you don’t want to do this, put the gun down” which causes chatter amongst the jury. Belle asks what happened next. Gabi says she decided it wasn’t the best night to talk to EJ and left. Belle asks if she saw or heard anything else on her way out. Gabi admits that she also saw Ava Vitali leaving. Belle brings up Ava also being a person of interest in shooting EJ. Belle asks if she also saw Johnny leaving. Gabi says she did not so Belle decides no further questions and sits down.

Sophia tells Tate that it’s too late and he can’t meet the adoptive parents or the baby which Tate questions. Sophia reminds him that they gave away their parental rights when they signed the adoption papers. Sophia thinks it would be awkward and it would just make it more painful for Tate because she’s not their child anymore. Tate questions why she’s acting like she doesn’t want him to meet their daughter and asks what she isn’t telling him.

EJ questions Gabi as to why it was several weeks before she went to the police about what she saw that night. Gabi explains that she was worried about how it would look, placing herself at the scene of a crime. EJ asks if she had any other reasons. Gabi admits that she had a gun with her and that it was Rafe’s service weapon. EJ asks if Rafe gave her the gun. Gabi says that she borrowed it. EJ asks why she came forward to admit what she did. Gabi responds that she realized it was Johnny’s voice she heard that night after she couldn’t recognize it at first. EJ asks if it’s possible she misheard. Gabi says that everyone knows Johnny was there. EJ asks if it’s possible that Ava came back around to finish the deed with the gun that Johnny left behind. Gabi states that anything is possible. EJ says that includes the possibility that Gabi shot him in cold blood. Gabi denies that and asks why he would say that or why she would pick up Johnny’s gun when she had her own. EJ suggests she could have been trying to frame Johnny and brings up Gabi’s stints in prison. Gabi shouts that she was innocent which EJ questions. Belle objects to EJ badgering the witness so EJ decides no further questions. The judge calls for a lunch recess and for everyone to return in an hour. Johnny asks EJ how he thinks it went. EJ responds that they took a few hits early, but he thinks they came out on top.

Sophia claims she’s not keeping anything from Tate and she just doesn’t want to mess anything up with the adoption now that it’s finally settled. Tate argues that it doesn’t make sense and questions how he could mess it up if it’s already finalized. Tate complains that he just wants to meet his child. Sophia tells him that this isn’t good for him to fixate on a baby that they didn’t even mean to have. Sophia argues that the baby is with parents that really want to take care of her now. Sophia tells Tate that he has to let this go but Tate says he can’t do that. Tate appreciates her trying to look out for him but declares that he has to meet his baby as it’s the only way he feels like he can move on from this. Tate asks Sophia to send him the address of the parents so he can send a gift and a letter, asking for a chance to meet his baby. Sophia exits the Pub and calls Melinda, who says she set up a PO box for Tate to send the gift to but Sophia informs her that Tate also wants to write a letter, asking to meet the baby. Melinda says it won’t be a problem which Sophia questions. Melinda tells her that they hold all the cards so Tate will write the letter and she will write back as the parents, telling Tate no, and that will be the end of that.

Tate runs in to Leo with Tesoro in the town square. Leo talks about fostering Tesoro and then asks how everything is going with Tate’s baby. Tate responds that she got adopted. Leo asks if they found another couple to replace Johnny and Chanel. Tate says he’s just bummed that he didn’t get a chance to meet them or the baby. Leo remarks that it must be hard not to be able to see your own kid. Tate admits it’s way tougher than he thought it would be. Tesoro wakes up crying, so Leo picks him up and asks Tate if he wants to hold him which he accepts. Tate then holds Tesoro, not knowing he’s holding his own son, while Leo calls Tate a natural at this.

Rafe and Gabi go home. Gabi cries that she hates EJ and complains about him trying to make it look like she shot him. Gabi worries about getting framed for something she did not do. Rafe encourages that EJ was just creating reasonable doubt. Gabi knows Rafe believes Johnny is innocent, but asks what if he did not and what if Johnny did shoot his father.

Outside the court, Paulina apologizes to Johnny. Johnny tells her not to worry as EJ seems to think things went pretty well. Abe adds that his testimony ended on a great note. Johnny thanks them for backing him up and says it means a lot that they believe in his innocence. Paulina just hopes the jury does too.

EJ tells Belle that he owes her an apology as he never intended for this trial to be so hard for both of them. EJ tells Belle that he loves her so much and he never wants her to doubt that. EJ wishes they could get the trial over so they could be together, just for a little while. Belle informs EJ that she’s staying in the Salem Inn while Sami is in town and she doesn’t think there would be a lot of prying there, so it would be just them. Belle tells EJ that she will see him soon and exits the court.

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Gabi gets up at home and takes Rafe’s coffee, saying she needs the caffeine more than him because she has an important meeting with Xander and needs to be on her game. Rafe responds that he also has an important meeting.

Chad hugs Julie and tells her that he’s so grateful she figured out they were stuck in the elevator all night. Julie remarks that she can’t imagine how they passed the time. Cat mentions that after awhile, she fell asleep. Chad jokes that he can’t believe the repairman turned out to be their skydiving instructor. Julie calls the whole incident odd. Cat says luckily no one got hurt this time.

Johnny enters the living room of the DiMera Mansion where he startles Susan, who was watching a video on mediums. Susan tells Johnny that they missed him at breakfast. Johnny informs her that he went to Marlena’s to see Sami. Susan can’t believe Sami is back in Salem as EJ walks in to the room. EJ mentions that Sydney told him Sami was coming to visit and it’s good for her to be there for Johnny’s trial. Johnny clarifies that Sami won’t be coming to court. Susan bets Sami doesn’t want to see EJ and argues that Sami is still obsessed with EJ.

Gabi guesses Rafe’s important meeting is a top secret FBI rendezvous. Gabi asks if he’s working on any interesting cases. Rafe calls it nothing too exciting. Gabi is sure they’ll get around to getting him good stuff later on. Gabi asks if the FBI has finally assigned him a partner but Rafe claims that they haven’t.

Marlena takes Julie to get coffee at the hospital. Marlena says she knows Julie isn’t fond of Cat but asks her to try to hide her disdain. Julie claims she did but admits it wasn’t her best effort. Julie compares Cat to Gabi and says she doesn’t see how Chad can stomach being around her after all the pain she caused the Hortons. Chad apologizes to Cat. Cat says she understands why Julie isn’t excited to see her. Chad points out that Felicity was. Chad figured Felicity would stick around but she went to work and calls her a very loyal worker. Cat talks about Chanel being amazing with Felicity. Cat says she felt like Chad was about to tell her something when the elevator went haywire and asks what that was.

Xander has a dream about being in bed with Sarah, then is disappointed to wake up in bed alone.

Marlena goes to meet Sarah at the hospital for her appointment. Marlena explains that she was late because she was involved in a rescue as Chad and Cat got stuck in the elevator overnight, so she and Julie discovered them and helped until the repairman got them out. Sarah brings up that she told EJ last night about the elevator having issues and he did nothing. Marlena comments on EJ no taking care of business. Marlena asks about her test results. Sarah explains that she initially thought her symptoms were psychogenic but now she thinks there may be a physical underlying cause but all of her tests came back negative.

Chad claims to Cat that he doesn’t remember so it must not have been very important. Julie comes over and brings Chad a coffee. Julie tells Cat that she’s sorry but that was the last coffee. Cat says she should get going and exits the hospital. Julie questions where she’s off to in a hell of a hurry, suggesting she’s going to try to scam a new victim.

Marlena questions Sarah saying the test results didn’t show anything and asks what she is supposed to do now as she needs to know what’s going on. Marlena flashes back to Susan saying she sensed that she wasn’t well. Sarah asks Marlena if everything is alright.

Johnny assures Susan that Sami is not obsessed with EJ. Susan brings up Sami coming to see EJ last time which EJ notes was because he was unconscious. Johnny clarifies that Sami has made a quick trip to see Marlena and honor John as it’s the first time she’s been back since he passed away. Johnny explains that they both agreed it would be best for Sami to support from a distance, especially because Sydney still needs her and with the emotions it would stir up. EJ says he can respect that but Susan says she can not.

Xander sits in his office, looking at a photo of he and Sarah with Victoria. Gabi arrives and Xander points out that she’s late. Gabi blames her assistant for forgetting to print out the latest Gabi Chic numbers but tells Xander they are impressive. Xander says he told her that they would be. Xander asks if she’s glad she gave up trying to take her company and run. Gabi says she didn’t have a choice but it turns out they make a pretty good team. Xander asks about Arianna. Gabi says she’s good and just a little shaken up. Xander says he’s glad to hear it. Gabi thanks him again for offering to put up reward money to find her, noting it was extremely generous. Xander says he was happy to help and relates to wanting to keep their only child safe. Gabi offers to take Xander to lunch at the Bistro to thank him, saying it’s the least she could do but Xander questions what is going on here. Gabi claims she’s just trying to show her appreciation and argues that there’s no harm in colleagues having a meal together to celebrate a successful business partnership. Gabi clarifies that it’s not a date and says she knows he’s happily married, or unhappily at the moment.

Cat meets Rafe in his office and apologizes for being late, revealing she was stuck in an elevator all night at the hospital. Rafe says he’s so sorry and it must have been so awful. Cat clarifies that she wasn’t alone as Chad was with her.

Chad tells Julie that how she feels about Cat is up to her as it’s not his place to change her mind, but he asks that it goes both ways. Julie tells Chad that if he wants her to approve of his relationship with Cat, he can forget about it. Chad insists they are just friends. Julie questions being friends with someone who impersonated Abigail and caused their family so much false hope. Julie declares that she and Jennifer will never forgive her for that. Chad says he understands that but he won’t let anyone tell him who he can or can’t socialize with. Julie angrily asks if he wants her to set a place for her at the table and get her an ornament on the Horton Christmas tree. Chad understands that it’s about more than what Cat did to them as Julie wants to protect what he and Abigail had. Chad assures that no one could ever replace Abigail. Julie cries that it just makes her sick to see Chad with Cat. Chad says he knows because she tells him every chance she gets. Chad adds that she can hate Cat if she wants, but he doesn’t want to see or hear about it anymore. Chad tells Julie that he loves her but he wants her to keep her opinions about it to herself.

Sarah asks Marlena if she’s okay. Marlena says she’s fine. Sarah knows how frustrating it can be to not know what’s going on in your own body. Marlena says the tests aren’t going to show them anything so she guesses she’ll just have to live with it. Sarah asks if she ever attended any suppor groups. Marlena says she found a therapist and has had one session so far. Marlena adds that Sami is in town and they had a long, tender conversation that covered a lot of ground. Marlena talks about having wonderful family and friends. Sarah acknowledges that she’s been wonderful to them through so many hard times. Marlena asks how Sarah is since Brady told her that she and Xander separated. Sarah confirms that they just can’t be married anymore. Marlena says she’s sorry. Sarah says they just reached a breaking point. Sarah is glad they recognized it and acknowledged they needed to make a change and agreed that splitting up is the best choice so they can both move forward.

Xander informs Gabi that he and Sarah are legally separated as of yesterday. Gabi says she’s so sorry and suggests a nice lunch at the Bistro would cheer him up. Xander says there’s no way he’d get out to lunch as he’s way too busy with too much to do. Gabi suggests dinner instead which Xander says will work. Gabi reiterates that it’s not a date. Xander then get a call and asks who the hell it was which interests Gabi.

EJ argues that Susan is contradicting herself by not wanting Sami around him at the trial but then not supporting her decision to support Johnny from afar. Susan repeats that Sami is obsessed with EJ. EJ assures that he’s perfectly safe from Sami and all they have in common now is their children. Susan complains about Sami’s nasty streak. Johnny stops her and says that’s his mom she’s talking about. Susan comments on both parents having their faults. EJ says he had one good parent while Sami had two. Johnny says she basically had three with John. Susan talks about John being the sweetest man ever. Susan then declares that Marlena has gone back to the dark side which Johnny questions. Susan insists that deep trouble has resided within Marlena. EJ suggests Johnny go upstairs to get ready for court while he talks to Susan. Johnny wants to know why Susan would say that about Marlena. EJ understands but says trial comes first and there are some important documents for him to review. Johnny then heads upstairs. EJ question what is going on with Susan as he thought Marlena was one of her dearest friends. Susan says she is and that’s why she’s so worried about her. EJ asks what she’s worried about. Susan says she doesn’t know exactly. Susan adds that when she hugged Marlena, she got the strangest feelings and vibes. EJ argues that she was just sensing Marlena being in mourning. Susan decides he might be right. EJ suggests she put her psychic energy to good use and find out who really shot him which is why she came to Salem in the first place. Susan admits she’s not getting so lucky. EJ adds that he also had no luck at his latest attempt at figuring out what happened on the night he was shot since Marlena hypnotized him and it didn’t work.

Marlena comments that Sarah seems at peace with her decision. Sarah responds that she is since she and Xander have worked out a shared custody agreement for Victoria, so she feels like everything is going to be okay. Marlena admires her positive attitude. Marlena reminds her to keep an eye on her feelings because they won’t all be positive and it could be very difficult to end a relationship that’s been central to her life. Sarah assures that she knows and thanks her for listening as she really appreciates it. Sarah brings up how Marlena is feeling and says that grief is definitely a part of it. Sarah says therapy and time will help but she does think there’s a physical cause and she intends to find the answer that will give her relief. Marlena thanks her and says she is reminded of her dads, Neil and Mickey as they would both be so proud of her.

Rafe asks Cat about her having self-defense training. Cat says it was years ago and she’s sure it was nothing compared to what Rafe had at the academy, so she’s grateful for the refresh. Cat notes that Shane promised she wouldn’t be in the field often but she wants to make sure she can defend herself.

Marlena hopes she didn’t upset Sarah by bringing up Mickey and Neil. Sarah says not at all and that it’s really nice to think they’d be proud of her since she doesn’t feel very proud of herself right now. Sarah knows that she and Xander splitting up is the right choice, but she wanted Victoria to grow up with both of her parents under the same roof. Marlena says she’s been there and even though they might not be together, Victoria will still have a loving home. Sarah thanks her and says that’s enough about her since they are here to figure out what’s going on with Marlena. Marlena asks what Sarah is thinking. Sarah says it could be chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia. Marlena notes they are both illnesses that don’t have a cure and how they mostly affect women. Sarah says most of their symptoms can be treated but first they need to get her an accurate diagnosis. Sarah assures they are in this together and they will talk soon. Marlena says she will take her leave and see her soon as she exits.

Chad apologizes to Julie for coming off harsh. Julie decides he’s right that she should keep her big mouth shut and she always oversteps. Julie hopes he knows that it just comes from a place of love. Chad assures that he knows that. Chad hopes Julie knows how much he appreciates the love she gives him and the kids. Julie says since Doug died, the hours she spends with his children are the best hours of her day. Julie tells Chad that their favorite activity has been going to Foster’s Book Store in the town square. Julie mentions it being up for sale. Julie asks if Chad would be interested in buying it.

Xander says to find out who is behind it and he wants answers on this now as he hangs up. Gabi asks what’s going on. Xander informs her that someone filed an information request, looking in to Titan’s takeover of DiMera and whoever it is wants to see every single document. Gabi asks what they need to worry about if the takeover is legit. Xander decides they are all done here, so Gabi says she’ll be in touch about dinner as she then exits the office.

Rafe and Cat work on self defense techniques. Cat then begins to imagine Rafe as Chad until she snaps out of it and they start over.

Julie tells Chad how thrilled Thomas and Charlotte would be if their dad owned their favorite store. Julie believes there is still a market for books but Chad feels that’s getting smaller every day. Julie talks about opposing that and trying to give the kids a love of books. Julie feels kids need to see their parents reading and passing it on through generations. Chad comments on how passionate Julie is about this, so he asks why she doesn’t buy the book store.

Johnny returns to the living room and tells EJ that he didn’t find those documents. EJ admits there weren’t any and apologizes for the ruse, but he felt he needed a break from Susan. Johnny says he’s used to Susan ragging on Sami but the things she said about Marlena with darkness and evil took him back to the time when he was possessed. Johnny talks about feeling that way when he was so full of hate for EJ and he doesn’t want to be that person ever again.

Susan runs in to Marlena in the town square and apologizes for upsetting her yesterday when she said she was sick in the mind, soul, and body. Marlena tells Susan that she just had an appointment with her doctor, had some tests run, and got a clean bill of health. Susan calls that so strange and suddenly declares that she knows what’s wrong with Marlena.

Sarah runs in to Xander outside the Brady Pub. Xander asks if Victoria slept okay. Sarah says she did very well and thanks him for letting her stay an extra night. Sarah says Victoria is with the nanny now as she just got off work and is on her way to go check on her. Xander sends his love and then informs Sarah that he saw her with Brady last night in each other’s arms.

Julie tells Chad that she’s not going to buy a bookstore at this stage of her life. Chad asks why not, arguing that she’s ran a successful business before. Julie says she’s retired now. Chad brings up Julie always talking about how bored she is. Chad talks about how much Julie loves books and says it seems like a perfect opportunity. Chad asks if Julie is sure she wants to be retired and tells her to just think about it. Chad hugs Julie and says he’ll see her at home as he exits the hospital.

EJ tells Johnny that he had every right to be furious with him after learning what he did to Sami. Johnny doesn’t want to rehash it and says that Sami obviously was able to forgive him, so he’s determined to do the same. EJ says that grace is far more than he deserves. EJ recalls when he woke up from his coma and feeling like a changed man, who could start over and do some good in the world. EJ declares that if he’s going to defend Johnny, he needs to revert to his old ways and be ruthless, much more than he already has been. EJ wants Johnny know that whatever strategy or tactic he uses, it is not about hurting another person and is all about protecting him. EJ declares that anything he does is because he loves him with his whole heart. Johnny says he knows and he’s so grateful that EJ is on his side. Johnny says he loves him too as they hug.

Marlena tells Susan that she’s not in the mood for this right now. Susan says she needs her to listen. Susan brings up Marlena’s blood and wishes she could see what it was. Susan talks about caring so much about Marlena and wanting her to feel better. Susan feels awful that she can’t figure out what’s plaguing her but she wishes she could. Marlena says she does too.

Rafe tells Cat that she’s a quick study and that he’s impressed. Cat jokes about being ready to take on the bad guys. Rafe says they’ll have a few more lessons, but as long as she is his partner, he will protect her with his life.

Gabi goes home and gets a call from Tony. Gabi assures that she’s on it as she and Xander are having dinner tonight where she is going to work him and find out everything Tony wants to know.

Sarah tells Xander that she was hugging Brady goodnight. Xander remarks on Sarah not waiting until the ink is dry on their separation before moving on with his nephew. Sarah argues that Brady bought her a friendly drink and that might be a foreign concept to him, but one person can just be nice to another person without sex being involved. Xander feels she’s being defensive. Sarah tells him to get over himself and remarks that she sure has as she storms off.

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Julie greets JJ in the living room of the Horton house, saying she can’t believe she slept so late. Julie asks if the kids are already at their Harry Potter camp but JJ reveals that Thomas and Charlotte are still sleeping. Julie questions if Chad overslept too but JJ admits he has no idea where Chad is.

Johnny and Chanel walk through the town square. Chanel talks about being glad that Sydney is on the mend and that Sami is able to come home to visit. Johnny says Sami won’t be able to stay long but it will be good to see her. Johnny brings up Sami also having a complicated relationship with EJ and Belle. Johnny hates that he gave Sami yet another thing to worry about with his trial. Felicity rushes up and tells Chanel that she has to help her because her sister Cat is missing.

Cat is asleep in the elevator until she wakes up in a panic. Chad tells her that she was dreaming but she’s okay.

Marlena comes out from her room to find Sami in the living room with tears in her eyes as they have a tearful embrace.

Johnny and Chanel sit with Felicity as Chanel questions Felicity about Cat missing. Felicity informs her that she never came home. Chanel asked when they last spoke. Felicity says it was yesterday before work and she hasn’t seen her since. Johnny and Chanel step aside. Johnny thinks they should call the police. Chanel tells him that she will handle this and he can go be with his mom. Chanel promises to call him if she finds anything out. Johnny walks away as Chanel tells Felicity that they should go to the police station to see if they can help find Cat.

Cat tells Chad that she just had the worst nightmare. Chad asks if she wants to talk about it but Cat says not really.

JJ calls Leo to ask him to let him know if Chad checks in with him. Julie says calling Chad is going straight to voicemail which is unlike him as he never turns his phone off and there’s no word from his assistant. Julie says she would say call the police, but JJ is the police. JJ assures that as soon as he gets to the police station, he will look in to it and they will find him. Julie tells JJ to keep in touch as he exits.

Sami tells Marlena that her plane landed early and she came straight to the house. Marlena cries that she missed her so much. Sami is sorry she wasn’t there to hold her hand while saying goodbye to John. Marlena assures that Sami is always in her and John’s hearts. Sami wishes she had done more, said more, called and visited more. Sami wishes she had thanked John for everything in her childhood. Marlena assures that he didn’t need her thanks and that he loved her. Sami cries that she didn’t deserve it because she was so mean to John all the time and she hated him for loving Marlena. Sami says she would blame John for everything that went wrong in her life and it was so unfair, but he was still always there for her, would help her when she was in trouble, and treated her like his daughter. Marlena assures that John felt she was his daughter and he adored her. Sami regrets not telling him enough how sorry she was and how bad she feels about everything she put him through. Sami breaks down crying about it being too late as she hugs Marlena. Marlena insists that John always knew how she felt and he wouldn’t want her to have any regrets. Marlena encourages Sami to picture John being there, telling his baseball stories. Sami talks about admiring how John always stayed calm and positive in all situations. Sami comments on John making her feel loved and respected. Marlena knows she had her issues but John never judged her and was always proud of her. Sami cries that she has to pull herself together because Johnny is going to be there in a few minutes. Sami says she’s supposed to be asking Marlena if she’s alright, but she comes here and is crying her eyes out. Marlena thinks they both needed to cry so she’s glad they are able to do it together. Marlena says everyone is moving on and getting back to their lives, so things are going to be quiet and she’s going to need to lean on Sami a bit. Sami assures that she’s always here for her. Johnny then arrives and embraces Sami, saying he’s so glad she’s there. Marlena says she will give them time to be alone and catch up while she catches up with work from the hospital. Marlena adds that she will want to hear stories from their walk down memory lane.

JJ goes to the police station as Chanel and Felicity arrive to tell him they need his help because Cat is missing.

Cat apologizes to Chad for scaring him. Chad says being trapped in an elevator takes the cake for scaring. Chad asks Cat again if she wants to tell him about her nightmare. Cat calls it a recurring dream about her accident. Cat realizes they’ve been there all night and that Felicity will be worried sick about her. Chad guesses Julie probably thinks something terrible happened. Cat decides that she’s changed her mind about sitting tight and takes her shoes off, declaring she’s getting them the hell out of here.

JJ questions Cat missing. Chanel explains that she apparently didn’t come home last night and hasn’t called or texted. JJ informs them that he and Julie just discovered that Chad is also missing. Chanel wonders if they could be together. JJ says he has to check in with his sergeant and then he will need them to tell him everything they know about the last time Cat was seen, what she was wearing, and what she said. JJ then steps out while Chanel promises Felicity that they are going to find Cat.

Julie goes to the hospital and runs in to Marlena, surprised that she’s back to work so soon. Marlena says she just came to see a few patients and she has an appointment with Sarah. Marlena asks if everything is alright with Julie. Julie says not at all as she reveals Chad is missing which Marlena questions. Julie explains that Chad was at the hospital yesterday to pick up a prescription for Charlotte and one of the nurses remembers seeing him, but no one has seen him since and his phone is going straight to voicemail. Julie then notices the out of order sign on the elevator and begins to wonder.

Cat is unsuccessful in her attempt to escape the elevator. Chad says it was worth a shot even though she told him yesterday it wouldn’t work. They joke that they are both going to need therapy when they get out. They get close as they talk about being cramped in this little elevator. They then begin hearing Julie knocking on the elevator and calling out to Chad. Chad calls back out that they are fine. Marlena asks if someone else is in there with him. Cat calls out to Marlena which upsets Julie. Marlena tells Cat to hang in there and they will get them out while Julie shouts for Cat to keep her hands off Abigail’s husband in the meantime.

Sami asks Johnny how he’s doing. Johnny says he’s a lot better than last time she was in town and repeats that he’s so glad she’s here. Johnny adds that he doesn’t expect her to be at his trial as it would be too much for her to be in the court house, just a few feet from EJ and it would make him worry. Sami says it’s actually great that EJ is defending him as he will help and she’s really glad that Johnny found a way to get past his anger towards EJ and forgive him. Johnny feels it’s what John would’ve wanted despite all the horrible things that EJ did to him over the years. Sami recalls thinking John was dead when she named him John Roman, but then he got to meet him and he was really proud that Johnny was his namesake. Sami is glad that Johnny got to have so many years with John. Johnny wishes it could’ve been more as they tearfully embrace.

JJ tells Chanel and Felicity that he’s just waiting on the paperwork. JJ then gets a call from Julie. JJ informs Julie that he’s at the station with Felicity as her sister Cat is also missing. Julie then informs JJ of the news. JJ says that’s a relief and says that he will let them know. JJ hangs up and reveals to Felicity and Chanel that Chad and Cat were trapped in the hospital elevator all night and they are working on getting them out now. Chanel offers to take Felicity to the hospital so she can be the first person that Cat sees when she gets out. Chanel thanks JJ for his help. JJ says he didn’t really do anything as Chanel and Felicity exit the station.

Julie complains to Marlena about Chad being stuck in the elevator all night and how it could plunge at any second. Marlena feels Julie seems worried now than when she thought Chad was missing and asks if that has to do with Cat. Julie argues that where ever Chad goes, Cat follows him like a parasite. Julie feels Cat staged this on purpose which Marlena questions, reminding her that there have been problems with the elevator for days. Julie says maybe she didn’t do that but Cat has had her sights set on Chad. Marlena feels Cat doesn’t have romance on her mind. Julie says the same about Chad. Marlena brings up Julie shouting for Cat to keep her hands off Abigail’s husband. Marlena points out that Chad is no longer married to Abigail but Julie doesn’t see it that way. Julie feels the love that Chad and Abigail shared was something extraordinary, sacred, and eternal like she had with Doug and Marlena had with John. Julie declares that as far as she’s concerned, she will always be Doug’s wife, Marlena will always be John’s wife, and Chad will always be Abigail’s husband.

Cat stands back and tells Chad that she’s keeping a distance between them for when the doors open since Julie will be right there and not happy to see them together. Chad argues that Julie won’t blame Cat as it would be crazy to think she orchestrated the whole thing. Cat calls the whole situation crazy but they admit they didn’t mind.

Johnny tells Sami that he’d love to stay and talk with her but he has to get ready for court. Sami says she loves him and hugs him. Sami says to tell EJ to take care of him. Johnny assures it will be okay as he exits. Sami goes to the photos of John on the mantle and talks about how grateful she is for how John loved Marlena and their whole family. Sami adds that John wasn’t afraid to show his kids tough love when he needed to and she knows she needed it the most. Sami says she appreciates that now along with John’s kindness and big heart. Sami apologizes for blaming John for her unhappiness and insecurities as she knows it wasn’t fair. Sami wishes she had said this to him before but she thought he would always be there and that she had plenty of time. Sami cries that it’s not fair and thanks John for showing her how to be strong and brave. Sami calls John a big part of who she is as she flashes back to a past time with John. Sami cries that she would give anything for one more hug from John.

Marlena tells Julie that after the loss of Doug and John, she can’t imagine finding a way to go on without him and she knows Julie feels the same, but they will find a way and find comfort in their memories. Julie asks what her point is. Marlena brings up that Julie said Chad will always be Abigail’s husband but that isn’t true because they didn’t have a long time together and their marriage was cut tragically short. Marlena can’t imagine Julie doesn’t want Chad to love again as that would be a double tragedy. Julie assures that she wants Chad to live his life with someone wonderful who makes him happy but argues that someone is not Cat Green. Chanel and Felicity come over to ask if there any updates and if Cat is okay. Marlena says she’ll be just fine. Julie assures they will come right out of the elevator any minute now. Chanel explains that Felicity is finding it hard to believe that Cat was stuck in the elevator, but she also didn’t think Cat was working yesterday. Marlena confirms she wasn’t scheduled to work..

Cat and Chad jokingly move closer and then end up in each others’ arms when the elevator jolts.

The maintenance man tells Felicity, Marlena, and Julie that they are working on the elevator and should have them out soon. Chad and Cat are then heard yelling for help so Julie questions what is happening now.

Johnny meets Chanel in the town square and says he got her text that she found Cat. She reveals that Cat and Chad were stuck in an elevator at the hospital all night. Johnny asks if they are okay. Chanel says she guesses so as they were apparently stuck between two floors and a repairman is trying to get them out now. Chanel adds that she would’ve stayed but she had to get back to work, adding that Felicity stayed with Marlena and Julie. Johnny says it sounds like she’s in good hands. Chanel asks if he had a nice visit with his mom. Johnny confirms it was great and says they talked about forgiveness and what a wonderful man John was and how lucky they were to have him in their lives as Chanel hugs Johnny.

Sami holds onto a photo of John and recalls when she was so upset after Franco was murdered and John promised to be there for Marlena and take care of her which he did as she flashes back to that time in their lives. Sami declares that now it’s her turn and that John can rest easy, knowing they are all here to take care of Marlena for him. Sami wants John to know that he will always live in her heart and that’s a fact.

Julie questions what’s happening now. Marlena guesses they will find out soon enough and encourages Felicity that they will get everybody out. The repairman then gets the elevator open, revealing Chad and Cat holding each other. The repairman remarks that they just can’t stop taking a plunge together as Felicity watches with a smile but Julie looks on in anger.

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EJ is at home in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and calls his daughter Sydney, leaving a message that he just wanted to check on her recovery after her fall. EJ hangs up and looks over at the portrait of Stefano on the wall. Gwen walks in and remarks that she hears EJ might actually be able to speak to Stefano in person rather than staring at his portrait. EJ guesses she’s been talking to Susan. Gwen confirms that she ran in to her earlier and she didn’t realize that communicating with the dead was part of her skillset. EJ says that Susan is training to be a medium. EJ warns Gwen that if Stefano is alive, he would not be happy to find out she’s living in the house based on a sham marriage to a long lost cousin. Gwen responds that something tells her she’ll be just fine.

Marlena sits at home and begins daydreaming about Stefano making her his Queen of the Night. She looks over at photos of John on the mantle when Brady comes home with Rachel from the movies. They talk about how much they enjoyed it. Rachel wishes Marlena could’ve seen it too and asks if she’s feeling better. Marlena says she is now that she’s home as Rachel hugs her.

As Xander attempts to leave the hospital through the elevator, he complains about it taking forever. Sarah mentions having problems with it lately. Xander figures it would be quicker to take the stairs at this point. Xander offers to carry the stroller if Sarah takes Victoria but Sarah decides she will just wait for the elevator. Xander says goodnight to Victoria then and that he loves her very much.

Chad complains that none of the buttons on the elevator are working while Cat can’t get reception on her phone. Chad tries screaming for help to no avail. Chad says he doesn’t do well in small spaces so they need to get out of here. Chad tries to encourage staying calm and being patient until someone comes to rescue them, but Cat says she wouldn’t count on it.

Brady asks if Marlena was able to get some rest. She says she got a little bit. Marlena suggests she and Rachel have a girls night which Rachel says sounds great. Brady says he will see them in a little while then and exits. Rachel asks Marlena why she wanted to get rid of Brady. Marlena admits she wanted to talk to Rachel alone about something very important.

Sarah calls EJ to inform him that they have an issue at the hospital that needs to be fixed immediately as one of the elevators hasn’t been working properly and even though Kayla has called the repair company, no one has come to fix it. EJ questions what she expects him to do about it. Sarah says it’s his hospital so it’s his responsibility to make sure everything is working in a safe manner. EJ tells Sarah that he’ll have someone come look at it tomorrow morning. Sarah asks what to do in the meantime. EJ suggests using another elevator or just taking the stairs to get some exercise. Sarah argues that there are people in wheelchairs that can’t take the stairs. EJ assures the elevator will be repaired first thing in the morning. Sarah calls him unbelievable and starts to say she almost wish Xander won the bid for the hospital. EJ tells her that ship has sailed, so she’s stuck with him.

Chad questions Cat saying she doesn’t think anyone is going to rescue them. Cat says they will get out eventually, but visiting hours are over so fewer people are on the floor and the elevator has been having problems all week so she doesn’t think people will notice. Chad questions no one making the elevator top priority. Cat blames EJ’s budget cuts so Chad says he will talk to him. Cat says she would appreciate that but points out that it wouldn’t help their current situation. Chad argues that people will know they are gone or Felicity will suspect something isn’t right when Cat doesn’t go home. Cat notes that Felicity is at the movies with her boyfriend, so she won’t be missed for hours. Cat suggests that they just wait.

EJ tells Sarah that he would appreciate any future complaints be made to his office and repeats that he will have the elevator fixed in the morning as he hangs up. Rita then walks in and tells EJ that she did warn him that nickel and diming the hospital would cause a revolt. EJ reminds Rita that it was her idea to terminate the yoga and wellness program which he’s heard complaints about all day. Rita says she’ll deal with them but the elevator problem is totally on EJ for canceling the maintenance program. EJ asks if there’s a reason Rita came to see him. Rita presents him with the latest budget reports and highlighted some of the important figures he might want to keep an eye on. Rita asks if there’s anything else she can do for him. EJ responds that he does have a question about his father. Rita admits that she does dream about Stefano often and she misses his wit and his grin. Rita adds that she feels the presence of Stefano in the room strongly. EJ then asks if Rita believes Stefano is really and truly gone.

Chad tries to find a way to escape the elevator but can’t. Cat sits down while Chad questions her calm behavior and asks if she’s been in this situation before. Cat responds that it’s not her first rodeo. Chad jokes that he’s not getting on an elevator with her anymore as she’s bad luck. Cat laughs off Chad being dramatic. Chad sits with Cat and decides he will stay calm and positive. Cat jokes that if they did plummet to their death, it’s kind of like skydiving.

Xander goes to the Bistro for dinner. Gwen approaches and questions him eating alone. Xander remarks that it’s better than drinking alone. Gwen thinks doing anything alone is not that exciting so she decides to join him, though Xander suggests she not join him.

Sarah walks through the town square with Victoria and stops to catch her breath. Brady approaches and asks if she’s okay. Sarah explains that she just carried Victoria down six flights of stairs at the hospital because the elevator was broken. Brady questions why she didn’t use another elevator or ask for help. Sarah admits she wanted to prove a point to herself that she’s a very self-reliant and capable of woman who can take care of Victoria on her own, but she proved that she’s stupid and stubborn, joking that she had a lot of time to contemplate her life choices as she went through six long flights of stairs.

Rachel guesses that Marlena wants to talk about Johnny’s trial, complaining that it’s all anyone is talking about. Marlena knows she’s upset about having to testify in court and that Kristen and Brady told her she needs to tell the truth. Marlena declares that she’s here to also tell her it’s very important to tell the truth. Rachel responds that EJ wants her to lie. Marlena ask what he said. Rachel says he didn’t say anything but hinted at it. Rachel asks if she shouldn’t listen to EJ since she does have to tell the truth.

Rita tells EJ that of course his father is dead and asks why he would ask that. EJ explains that Susan claims that she can sense his presence and that he’s still alive. EJ points out that they never did actually find the body. Rita says she can only tell him what Dr. Rolf told her which is that Stefano did survive Hope shooting him, only to die years later while in hiding. EJ does find it strange that Stefano never said goodbye or came home. Rita questions if EJ really believes this is true. EJ says of course not and that he’s sure Susan just got her wires crossed so there’s nothing more to it.

Gwen questions Xander’s mood. Xander blames Gwen interrupting his lovely solitary meal. Gwen assumes he’s having lots of solitary meals lately so she thought this was a chance to shake things up a bit. Xander talks about enjoying every moment with his daughter lately. Gwen asks if he means instead of the moments he’s currently spending with her.

Sarah and Brady sit together in the town square. Sarah brings up not being able to go to Bermuda because of Xander, but says she doesn’t want to bore Brady with the details of her failed marriage. Brady reminds her that if she needs to vent, he’s her guy and that he’s not going to cast judgment. Sarah admits she shouldn’t be complaining since Xander did something very nice today and brought Victoria to her a day early because she was asking for her which Brady calls shocking. Sarah and Brady agree that co-parenting with someone you’re fighting with all the time sucks.

Marlena assures Rachel that it’s very important she tell the truth about what she saw on the night that EJ was shot. Rachel says that’s what Brady told her too but she loves Johnny and doesn’t want to see him go to prison. Marlena says the best thing she can do to help is tell the truth and then the grown ups will handle it. Marlena assures that they won’t let Johnny go to prison.

Rita tells EJ that she understands why he’d like to believe his father was alive because of how much they cared for each other. EJ acknowledges that he never got a chance to say goodbye. Rita says that Dr. Rolf was a miracle worker, but everyone has to die, even the great Stefano DiMera. EJ admits he still misses him every day. Rita says she does as well. EJ calls Rita his right hand woman who knew where the bodies were buried.

Cat asks Chad how the trial went for him. Chad says that EJ actually thanked him for what he said on the stand. Cat remembers how devastated Chad was when EJ was shot. Chad adds that after the trial, EJ called him over to the house to thank him and says she would not believe the scene he walked in on. Chad explains that Susan Banks believes she’s a psychic and is training to become a medium, so she was sensing Stefano’s presence and thinks he’s still alive. Cat asks if Chad thinks that could be true.

Gwen assumes Xander is not enjoying his time with her and says she’s a bit surprised because she thought they were on good terms and brings up the other night until he ditched her. Gwen tells Xander that Leo did see them going in to the Salem Inn together. Xander guesses Sarah doesn’t give a damn what he does these days since they will be legally separated tomorrow when the papers are filed. Gwen says she’s sorry to hear that which Xander questions. Gwen states that she’s not completely heartless. Gwen thinks Xander’s problem is that he’s always trying to change himself for Sarah when he knows he’ll never be good enough for her. Gwen thinks his whole good boy act is not him and she much prefers the moody Xander as being more fun.

Brady assures Sarah that he understands the struggles of shared custody. Sarah brings up Brady saying he regretted the war that he and Kristen waged over Rachel, so she doesn’t want to repeat those mistakes with Victoria. Brady is glad because he thinks the fallout of his war with Kristen affects Rachel every day. Sarah praises Rachel’s qualities and jokes that she wouldn’t credit Kristen. Brady credits Marlena, Belle, and the rest of the family including Sarah as influences. Brady reminds Sarah that she raised Rachel for the first year of her life, giving her love and security. Brady calls it sad but best that was the most stable year of her life. Sarah thanks him for saying that, but asks if things are getting better for her. Brady states that he and Kristen are on the same page and Rachel’s appointments have been helpful as long as her time with Marlena. Brady jokes that he was kicked out of the house so they could have girl talk.

Rachel mentions that Brady and EJ both say that Johnny is innocent. Marlena adds that she believes that as well. Rachel brings up seeing Johnny with the gun while Marlena points out that she didn’t see Johnny shoot EJ. Rachel questions who did it if Johnny didn’t. Marlena says they don’t know that yet which is why she wanted to ask her if she remembers anything else from that night that she hasn’t told anybody yet, like if anyone else came to the house that night. Marlena tells her to take her time and really think about it. Rachel responds that she’s sorry but swears she doesn’t remember anything else. Marlena says it’s okay and she believes her. Marlena is just so sorry she has to go through this ordeal, but encourages that it will all turn out okay. Marlena tells Rachel that she loves her so much as they hug.

Chad tells Cat that Stefano’s nickname was the Phoenix because he had a habit of rising from the ashes when everybody thought he was gone, but says this time there’s no way he’s alive. Cat asks how he can be sure. Chad responds that Stefano had his issues but one of his biggest redeeming qualities was how much he loved his family so there’s no way he wouldn’t reach out to them. Cat asks if they were close. Chad says they had their moments and mentions not knowing Stefano was his father until he was a teenager. Chad feels they didn’t have nearly enough time together before he died, unlike EJ who Stefano raised as his own which is probably why EJ is so much like him. Cat says based on everything she’s read on Stefano, it seems he was quite the criminal mastermind and asks if EJ shared that too. Chad says he doesn’t know about that. Cat brings up EJ being shot by Clyde Weston when running drugs for him. Chad hopes that EJ learned his lesson.

EJ thanks Rita for the reality check and the budget report. Rita adds that she’s no fan of excess waste, she does think EJ is pinching more pennies than he needs on the hospital. Rita says profits are up so he could loosen the purse strings a bit. EJ responds that those extra pennies will come in handy soon as he has grand plans. Rita asks if he wants to share his plans.

Sarah tells Brady that she hopes things with her and Xander will be better now that they’ve signed the separation papers. Brady feels they are being awfully sensible about the whole thing. Sarah asks if there’s something wrong with that. Brady says not at all but Sarah did admit that she still loves Xander which makes him wonder if there’s something up with this whole facade. Sarah acknowledges that Brady’s not wrong. Sarah brings up that next week would be her and Xander’s one year wedding anniversary. Sarah says they were so happy then compared to now. Sarah adds that a few months ago, they were talking about having a second child. Sarah says a house full of kids is all she ever wanted but guesses it wasn’t meant to be.

Gwen argues that Xander has to admit that they had a lot of fun being bad together. Gwen says maybe he and Sarah weren’t meant to be together and calls it a shame seeing Xander being sad all the time as it’s not the Xander she knows. Xander says he’ll spare them any more torture and be on his way as he then walks out of the Bistro, leaving Gwen frustrated.

Chad suggests he and Cat play Never Have I Ever. Cat doesn’t know if she could come up with anything that could shock Chad. Chad is sure she could and tells Cat to go first. Cat says she once pushed her brother Mark on a swing until he fell off and got a concussion. Chad reveals that he once faked a brain tumor to get a guy to break up with Abigail, blaming it on being young, dumb, and in love. Cat says she snuck backstage at a NSYNC concert to try to meet Justin Timberlake but she got kicked out. Chad reveals that he once won a drag queen contest which Cat wishes there was a video of. Cat decides she can’t top that and Chad wins.

EJ tells Rita that it’s not that he doesn’t trust her but all will be revealed in time. Rita hopes that whatever his plans are include repairing the hospital elevator to avoid a lawsuit. EJ then gets a call back from his daughter Sydney.

Chad tries yelling for help again but it doesn’t work. Cat gives Chad some water and finds some mints but she only has one left so they joke about who should take it. It ends up falling on the floor and Chad takes it while Cat admits she’s glad she isn’t stuck in the elevator alone.

Rachel worries to Marlena about her Grandma Rachel since EJ said something might happen to her if she tells anyone what she saw. Marlena promises nothing is going to happen to her and declares she won’t let anybody hurt anybody she cares about again. Marlena then gets a call and says she can’t believe it.

Cat comments to Chad that they have been in the elevator for over an hour. Chad says it feels like an eternity. Cat decides she will try to rest her eyes. Chad questions her taking a nap when they are trapped like this. Cat suggests he try it too to help pass the time. Chad argues that he can’t sleep like this. Cat says her only problem is it’s a little cold in there, so Chad gives her his jacket.

Sarah tells Brady that she should get Victoria home. Brady apologizes as he didn’t mean to suggest she should give up on her marriage to Xander, feeling they could work things out. Sarah doubts that would happen and understands Brady was trying to be helpful because he’s such a great friend. Sarah and Brady hug right as Xander and Gwen come out from the Bistro and see them together.

EJ tells Sydney that he’s sorry she’s still in pain from her surgery but he hopes her doctors and Sami are taking good care of her. EJ tells Sydney that’s a surprise as he hangs up. EJ then informs Rita that Sydney gave him some interesting news about Sami.

Marlena says that means so much to her and she can’t wait to see her as she hangs up. Rachel asks who was on the phone. Marlena reveals it was Sami and announces she’s coming home tomorrow.

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Steve and Kayla are making pizza together at home when Kayla notes that Steve isn’t as enthusiastic as usual and asks if something is wrong. Steve acknowledges that she always could read him like a book, so she asks what’s going on. Steve tells her it’s a case he’s working on and he’s stumbled on something that could affect Stephanie.

Stephanie goes home where she is surprised to see Alex is inside cooking, wearing an apron with his shirt off.

Rafe walks through the town square with Tesoro and runs in to Cat. Rafe says he’s glad he ran in to her because he’s meaning to contact her to thank her for everything she did for Holly and Arianna. Cat calls it just part of the job while Rafe says they are home safe because of her. Cat says she didn’t know Rafe had a baby. Rafe clarifies that he isn’t his and calls it a long story. Chad then walks up so Cat greets him.

At the hospital, Sarah runs in to Xander with Victoria. Sarah ask what he’s doing there and if something is wrong with Victoria.

At the DiMera Mansion, Susan remarks that some days EJ sounds just like Stefano. Susan then starts to panic about feeling Stefano’s presence and declares that he’s here. EJ questions what she’s saying. Susan shouts that Stefano DiMera is alive.

Chad apologizes for interrupting but Cat and Rafe say he’s not at all. Chad didn’t know they knew each other. Cat explains that she’s been in Salem for awhile now and they have crossed paths a few times. Rafe claims he dropped one of Tesoro’s toys and Cat was nice enough to pick it up. Cat thanks Chad again for picking up Felicity. Chad says he was happy to help and he hopes everything worked our with her work emergency. Cat says everything is good now and thanks him. Chad says he’s glad to hear it and then walks away. Cat tells Rafe that was close and worries about anyone finding out that she’s in the ISA or that Rafe is her partner. Rafe suggests not tempting fate but Cat says there is something she needs to talk to him about, just not here, so they walk away.

EJ tells Susan that she’s not making any sense. Susan says she doesn’t want it to be true either but insists that she feels Stefano’s presence. EJ argues that Stefano has been dead for nearly a decade and Susan’s never had this vibe that he was still alive, so he questions why now. Susan says that was before she became a medium.

Kayla questions Steve learning something in a case that could affect Stephanie. Steve says he can’t really get in to particulars, but his new client asked him to look in to a matter involving the Kiriakis family and he came across something disturbing. Kayla asks if it’s about Alex.

Alex hopes Stephanie is in the mood for Greek tacos. Stephanie calls this incredibly sweet and sexy and a perfect surprise to come home too. Alex is glad because the surprises don’t end there as they kiss.

Xander tells Sarah that nothing is wrong and Victoria is fine. Sarah questions what he’s doing there then. Xander informs her that Victoria had been very vocal about wanting to see her mom, so he thought he’d see if she wanted to take her for the night. Sarah is surprised and calls that very nice of him but notes that she thought he wasn’t going to bring her by until tomorrow. Xander repeats that Victoria wanted to see her tonight. Xander adds that if she’s still on the clock, he can wait there with Victoria. Sarah calls that very generous of him but also very unlike him to do without an ulterior motive so she questions what the catch is.

Stephanie asks Alex about his other surprise. Alex presents his tablet and reveals her manuscript is a real book and is at the printers as they speak. Stephanie looks it over and points out the passage that she told him about and says she thought he was having it removed.

Kayla asks Steve how bad it is. Steve says that’s to be determined. Kayla says that’s not very comforting. Steve reveals that several years ago, before Alex came back to Salem, he was arrested for a couple of crimes. Steve says the charges are not clear yet but his sources will get back to him on that soon. Steve states that all he knows is that Alex plead guilty to overwhelming evidence. Kayla asks if Alex’s family knows about this. Steve informs her that he spoke with Justin, who said Alex was young and stupid, got a slap on the wrist, and then straightened himself out. Kayla says that’s a good thing. Steve says maybe he shouldn’t have brought it up, but it upset him to hear this about Alex because it reminded him of someone else that Stephanie dated years ago who turned out to be bad news…

Xander asks Sarah if she’s heard of positive reinforcement. Sarah responds that she’s positive that he’s always up to something these days. Sarah says she’s just confused as she thought they agreed the nanny would handle the hand offs so they didn’t have to see each other. Xander says fine if that’s the way she wants it but Sarah stops him.

Cat tells Rafe that it must have been a shock to suddenly become a foster parent. Rafe responds that he’s had plenty of experience with all the children in his family. Cat calls him a natural as he seems like he’s done this before. Rafe says thankfully Javi and Leo have taken the lead on this. Rafe acknowledges that everyone is saying Leo has changed, including Chad who has to be a pretty good judge of character. Cat complains that Chad will realize she’s lying to him again and she hates doing that. Rafe points out that it’s for the greater good as they have to find out what EJ is up to with the hospital, noting that the ISA and FBI both think he’s up to something. Cat worries about investigating in public while Rafe points out that maybe it was a blessing in disguise as now Chad knows they know each other so if people see them together, they won’t think it’s weird. Cat says what she needs to talk to him about can’t be discussed in public as she has an issue with the case. Cat explains that her job at the hospital was an advantage for her in the case but since John died, Marlena has been out a lot so she’s been having to make up excuse after excuse to still show up there. Rafe admits he was worried about that. Rafe guesses Cat hasn’t found anything out yet there. Cat says just complaints about EJ being a terrible manager, budget cuts, and shortage of staff. Rafe says there is a chance EJ is just doing this to shake up the hospital plans, but that would be petty for EJ. Cat agrees as Rafe notes that EJ is not a patient man. Cat wonders what EJ is really up to.

EJ questions Cat saying she’s a medium and it not going against her faith. Cat explains that the website says her talents are a blessing from the lord that she uses to promote love, healing and peace. EJ jokes that he’s going to need more alcohol as he takes another drink. Cat says she is connecting with the spirit world and right now, she does not like the connection she is making one bit.

Rafe tells Cat that she’s come to the right place for a tutorial on all things DiMera. Cat knows he’s had some intense experiences with them through the years. Cat states that she knows Chad and she’s had run ins with EJ and Kristen, but asks about Tony. Rafe responds that Tony is one of the good DiMeras, unlike his twin brother Andre who was killed by Abigail when she was not in her right mind. Rafe says at least they know where he ended up unlike some of the DiMera siblings like Stefan and Megan who disappeared and Megan’s son Dimitri who they only recently learned about and seems to have vanished. Cat asks what about Stefano and asks if they are really sure he’s dead.

EJ suggests Susan could just feel a breeze from the air conditioner. Susan tells EJ not to tease her and argues that she’s never been wrong about these things before. Chad comes in and says he can come back but Susan says he’s just in time as she was just telling EJ that Stefano DiMera lives and that is very bad, so they need to do something about it.

Kayla guesses Steve is talking about Jeremy Horton. Steve talks about how Jeremy though pretty highly of himself until he and Bo found out that he had a criminal record. Kayla recalls Stephanie admitting that he got abusive with her but encourages that Alex isn’t Jeremy. Kayla doesn’t think Alex would ever lay a hand on Stephanie. Steve says he’s not saying he would but he wishes he never found out about this since he was never Alex’s biggest fan. Kayla knows he was warming up to him but points out that Justin said he straightened up his act. Steve points out that Jeremy swore to have changed too. Steve says on one hand, he feels Stephanie deserves to know so she can make up her own mind but on the other hand he feels it’s none of his damn business and he should drop it.

Alex assures Stephanie that he told Kate to remove the passage. Stephanie points out that she obviously didn’t and asks if Kate went rogue or something. Alex blames himself but Stephanie says she should’ve told Kate herself how important it was to her to have it cut. Alex assures he will straighten it out and have it cut now. Alex makes a call, saying it’s very important that he talk to Kate. Alex is put on hold but repeats to Stephanie that he’s going to make it right.

Xander tells Sarah that she made it clear he’s not welcome here. Sarah apologizes for questioning the very nice thing he’s done for her but she’s under a lot of stress. Xander guesses it’s more budget cuts from EJ. Sarah explains that she had a very long conversation with a patient about a very difficult decision they had to make as a parent. Xander is sorry if he touched a nerve. Sarah says it’s just that talking with her patient made her realize how lucky they are to be able to provide for Victoria. Xander brings up that they can no longer live with each other. Sarah responds that it may not seem like it and she might hate that she does at times, but admits she still loves Xander and she always will. Xander responds that he feels the same way.

Rafe tells Cat that he sees where she’s going but brings up how old Stefano would be now, so he doubts that he’s still among them. Cat brings up the fountain of youth serum and Stefano’s essence being contained in a microchip. Rafe points out that was all destroyed but admits that they wouldn’t know if there was a backup. Cat says she was looking for reassurance but now she’s got Rafe questioning things too. Rafe says he’s just saying to never count anything out in Salem, especially when it comes to the DiMeras. Cat decides she will go back to the hospital to poke around a bit more. They agree to meet back here at noon tomorrow. Cat tells Rafe that from what she’s learned of Stefano, she really hopes he is dead. Rafe says he does too, but there’s a reason that Stefano was known as The Phoenix, because he always found a way to rise from the ashes…

EJ tells Chad that Susan fancies herself as a medium now. Susan insists that she’s taking a course and everything. Chad asks if she talks to the dead. Susan responds that she does and she feels Stefano’s presence, not in a body but in soul. Susan decides she will excuse herself and go walk around to feel the energies. Chad guesses that’s not why EJ invited him over. EJ confirms that he wanted to talk to Chad about what happened at the trial and to thank him for what he said on the stand about their family. EJ says he’s sure it went a long way with the jury and it meant a lot to him. Chad responds that he just spoke the truth as he believes Johnny is a good kid, EJ is a good father and he loves him. EJ responds that he loves him too. EJ says all this talk about Stefano has got him thinking about how important family is and invites Chad to stay for dinner. Chad says that sounds nice but he has to get to the hospital and mentions complaining about the new hours. EJ says they had to cut back on costs. Chad tells EJ to wish Susan luck on her studies as he exits.

Steve asks Kayla if he should speak up or stay out of it. Kayla thinks Stephanie has a good head on her shoulders and she remembers Steve being a bad boy that nobody approved of with a checkered past. Steve admits that back in the day, he’s pretty sure he did worse things than Alex might have done. Kayla says it was nothing that wasn’t redeemable and she was lucky to meet him when she did, but their daughter has not been lucky in love. Steve says maybe because she was looking for a bad boy like him. Kayla encourages that Stephanie is happy now so she doesn’t want to rock the boat. Steve agrees to keep an eye on Alex and not say a word to Stephanie.

Alex finishes his call with Kate and informs Stephanie that the manuscript already went to print so there’s no fixing this problem unless they stop the whole run. Stephanie worries about it costing a fortune. Alex assures that she’s more important than any profit. Stephanie thanks him and admits she’s not thrilled about it but says it’s not the end of the world. Stephanie notes that particular passage had some history in it which Alex questions. Stephanie explains it was inspired by something that happened between her and an ex, so she didn’t want him to see it. Alex asks if her ex is a big romance novel guy. Stephanie says not that she knows of, so Alex encourages that she’s in the clear then and questions the odds of her ex picking up a copy of the book. Stephanie agrees and that he wouldn’t even know she wrote it. Alex assures that she has nothing to worry about but he does feel terrible about the mistake. Alex asks if she’s sure she’s okay with it. Stephanie guesses she will have to be.

Sarah acknowledges that she and Xander still love each other and says at least they still have that in common. Xander asks where that leaves them. Sarah hopes they are in a decent place because they have to move forward to do right by Victoria, which means being at peace with their decision to separate legally. Xander asks if that’s what she wants. Sarah responds that she thinks so. Xander then presents Sarah with an envelope from his attorney. Sarah sees it’s papers for their separation. Xander calls it pretty standard and says all she has to do is sign it.

Kayla asks Steve if he’s okay. Steve says he is thanks to her and doesn’t know what he would do without her. Kayla says he’ll never have to find out because she’s his forever. Kayla calls Steve a great dad and husband as they kiss.

Alex promises Stephanie has never had anything like the tacos he made for her. Stephanie jokes that they better be after his screw up. Alex suggests blaming Kate, but notes that Kate was wondering if Stephanie has any other books that she’s been working on. Stephanie thinks that’s premature, noting her first book isn’t even out yet. Alex points out that she didn’t say no. Stephanie admits she may have something but says it’s a completely different genre, revealing it’s more of a murder mystery.

Sarah guesses Xander did have an ulterior motive for bringing Victoria. Xander clarifies that he wasn’t going to mention it until she said she was at peace with their decision. Sarah admits everything seems to be in order and points out that Xander already signed everything. Sarah then signs the papers and hands them back to Xander, who says he will have them filed tomorrow and it will be official. Xander tells Victoria that he had the best time with her and he will see her in two days.

Chad goes to the hospital and runs in to Cat, who jokes about them running in to each other like this. Chad thought Cat had the day off work when he saw her in the town square with Rafe. Cat says she was just tying up loose ends for Marlena but says she’s glad that she ran in to Chad again since she wasn’t sure when she’d see him again since he didn’t pick Charlotte up from gymnastics. Chad says that JJ took the lead on that since he had to be in court for Johnny’s trial. Cat says she’s sure that wasn’t easy for him. Cat jokes about the DiMeras having lots of history with trials and issues with the law. Cat says she’s sure Chad has a million stories he could tell but Chad says there’s none he’d like to get in to as they walk away.

EJ complains that he wants Susan to identify his shooter and all she has done is scare away his brother. Susan responds that he did that himself when asking Chad to skew the trial coverage in his favor. EJ questions how she knew that. Susan responds that she’s still a psychic. EJ says he will get out of her hair if she will be alright by herself. Susan says she will be here trying to get in touch with her spirit guide.

Alex asks Stephanie if he can read her murder mystery. Stephanie jokes that she’d have to kill him if he did. Stephanie calls it a work in progress that she’s definitely not ready to share. Alex asks what else he’s going to do tonight then. Stephanie points out that they haven’t even had dinner yet. Stephanie adds that she’s sure there is something they can do together after dinner as they kiss.

Kayla and Steve continue kissing at home.

Chad and Cat get on the elevator at the hospital which gets jammed.

Xander watches on as Sarah asks Victoria if she’s ready to go home now.

Cat wonders what just happened and what’s going on as Chad realizes it looks like they are stuck in the elevator.

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At the Kiriakis Mansion, Maggie informs Holly about Doug III stealing the necklace back and returning it to Julie. Maggie says that Julie sounded like they got to a good place. Holly says she’s glad and she wants to hear all about it, but she has to go meet Tate at the Brady Pub. Maggie asks how he’s holding up. Holly says he’s pretty bummed about Sophia giving the baby up for adoption without him getting to meet his baby. Maggie knows they agreed it was for the best, but a decision like that is never easy. Sarah walks in and says especially because Tate wasn’t there. Sarah says she didn’t mean to eavesdrop but she ran in to Brady earlier and he said that Sophia went in to labor while in Chicago. Sarah questions Sophia going to Chicago so close to her due date. Holly explains that she went with her lawyer to meet with the adoptive parents. Holly says it’s good the parents were there but it sucks that Tate didn’t get to meet his baby before the adoption was finalized. Holly says she feels really bad for Tate.

Tate sits at the Brady Pub and texts Sophia, asking if she’s heard from the adoptive parents and if she has any more pictures.

Sophia lays in bed when she gets Tate’s text. She hopes that Tate will let it go for both of them.

Maggie assures that Sophia was just doing what she thought was best for the baby. Holly feels it’s still pretty sad. Sarah invites Holly to join her and Maggie for lunch but Holly says she already has plans. Sarah tells her to have fun. Maggie reminds Holly to text her when she gets there as Holly then exits.

Johnny questions if EJ really had to go after his Grandfather like that. EJ responds that if he’s going to get him out from these charges, he needs to create reasonable doubt by pointing out there’s no shortage of people in town that wish him dead.

Paulina and Chanel have lunch in the town square. Paulina talks about being glad they get to do this when they are normally too busy. Chanel says business was a little slow which is probably good with Johnny’s trial ongoing. Chanel just hopes it’s over soon. Paulina hopes so too as long as EJ doesn’t try to point the blame at Chanel.

Johnny argues that there has to be some way without making someone else look guilty. EJ says they don’t have that reach and they are only casting doubt in the jury’s minds. EJ needs Johnny to trust him to clear his name. Johnny declares that he’s had enough of this place for today and he needs to go see Chanel, so he exits. Belle comments to EJ that it’s really tough on Johnny but she thinks when the trial is over, he will see that EJ did right by him. Belle compliments EJ on doing goo work today. EJ responds that he wishes he could say the same about her and questions what the hell her opening statement was about. EJ asks Belle how she could’ve gone after Johnny like he’s some cold-blooded killer. Belle compares it to how EJ went after Roman. EJ argues that she knows he has to make other possible suspects. Belle remarks that they both have a job to do.

Sarah tells Maggie that she’s sorry she had to cut her vacation short but says Holly and Arianna being kidnapped is a good reason. Sarah guesses they just never stop worrying about their kids and grandkids. Maggie asks how things are going on the custody front with Victoria. Sarah responds that she’ll be happy to know that Xander let her see her and they worked out a shared custody agreement, so Victoria will be home soon. Maggie calls that wonderful news but questions what she isn’t telling her. Sarah responds that they didn’t just make a decision about Victoria’s custody but about their marriage too. Sarah declares that they are going to legally separate.

Amy goes to Sophia’s room and questions her still being in bed at this hour. Sophia tells her to give her a break since she just gave birth. Amy argues that she’s not pregnant anymore so there’s no reason for her to be laying around in bed all day. Sophia calls it recovery while Amy argues that after she gave birth to her, she was back in church that Sunday. Sophia tells her to lay off. Amy questions why she should go easy on her after she went off to Chicago on her own and didn’t tell a soul before giving her grandchild away to strangers. Amy bets Tate is as furious with her as she is.

Holly meets Tate at the Brady Pub. Tate asks how she’s hanging in. Holly assures she’s good. Tate hopes she never has to go through something like that again now that Doug Williams III is gone. Tate is so relieved that she is okay as he doesn’t know what he would’ve done without her.

Amy complains that her and her husband didn’t even get to meet their grandchild or hold her and neither did Tate. Sophia asks what about her. Sophia complains that she’s talking all about what they went through while showing no sympathy for her when she’s the one who carried the baby for nine months and had to give birth. Sophia says it’s hard enough as it is without her constantly berating her for not handling it exactly how she wanted her to. Sophia declares that this is her life so she gets a say in how it goes. Amy sits with her and apologizes, saying she doesn’t mean to make it about herself. Sophia says she could’ve fooled her. Amy says being a parent is like living with your heart outside of you, unprotected, and her heart is now aching knowing that Sophia’s is broken. Amy says that Sophia was so determined to give up the baby so that she and Tate could have a better life and she wouldn’t say she told her so, but the feeling of yearning she has for her child never goes away because it’s exactly how she still feels about Sophia. Amy hugs Sophia as she cries.

Chanel argues that the video of her saying crazy things to EJ doesn’t mean people are going to believe that she shot him. Chanel says if it’s just casting doubt on Belle’s case, then she’s willing to take the hit. Paulina worries that’s not all because the video will put more pressure on Jada to make an arrest. Paulina wants Johnny acquitted too but not if it means Chanel gets railroaded. Johnny then arrives in the town square so Chanel rushes up to hug him and asks how it went in court. Johnny responds that EJ raked Roman over the coals, Belle eviscerated him in her opening statement, but other than that it was smooth sailing.

EJ questions Belle comparing her hit job of an opening statement to him questioning a witness. EJ asks how Belle could be so callous to her own family. Belle argues that she tried to get off the case because she knew how difficult it would be to prosecute her own nephew, but EJ pressured the judge to get her back on the case. Belle asks if EJ wanted a fair trial because that’s what this is. Belle says she’s being watched like a hawk, so she has to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law whether she likes it or not, just like EJ needs to give Johnny the best defense possible.

Chanel suggests they go to the Brady Pub to celebrate and they can worry about the trial tomorrow. Johnny says he can’t keep her from work but Chanel says it was slow today anyway so Johnny says he’s in then. Paulina decides she will sit this one out since she’s next to be called to the witness stand so she worries she would bring down the mood. Paulina tells them to enjoy each other. Johnny guesses he’ll see her tomorrow then. Paulina assures that she’s praying for all of them as they walk away.

Belle tells EJ that she’ll see him in court tomorrow. EJ stops her to apologize and acknowledges that he put her in a horrible position when he knows how much she loves Johnny. EJ admits he shouldn’t have questioned her being loyal to family. Belle says it’s been really hard on all of them, especially Marlena. EJ is sure she’s grateful to have Belle to lean on. EJ wants Belle to know that she can lean on him, but Belle says she can’t until this trial is over as she then exits.

Sarah tells Maggie that sometimes she doesn’t even understand how she and Xander got here as they both went in to their marriage with so much hope for the future, but now she’s trying to wrap her head around paperwork that makes their estrangement legal. Maggie asks how she’s feeling about it. Sarah responds that she’s trying to make peace with it as she knows their marriage couldn’t carry on like that. Sarah admits that part of her feels free.

Holly can’t believe the police took Tate’s money as evidence. Tate says they will pay him back eventually. Holly knows he was saving up for a car. Tate says he would’ve emptied his entire trust fund to save her because that’s how important she is to him. Holly tells him to stop being so nice to her, feeling she doesn’t deserve it because he lost his money because of her and it’s her fault that he missed out on seeing his baby being born.

Sophia tells Amy that she and Tate weren’t ready to be parents and their baby deserves to be raised by people who are. Sophia says she might be a little sad, but the thought of her baby being cared for by people who adore her is helping her heal. Amy calls that the silver lining in all of this, but says she’s worried about Sophia since she’s been holed up in her room. Sophia promises she’ll be fine. Amy notices Sophia is warm and worries that she has a fever and they discharged her from the hospital too soon. Sophia insists that she’ll be fine but Amy feels exhaustion could be a symptom of something more serious. Amy wants to take Sophia to get properly checked out at the hospital but Sophia says no.

Tate tells Holly that it’s not her fault that he wasn’t there when his baby was born. Holly argues that if he wasn’t trying to rescue her and Arianna, he could’ve made it to Chicago. Tate assures that he would not change anything. Holly points out it was his one chance to meet his baby and she knows it must be killing him. Tate says it does kill him but he’ll never regret getting Holly home safe and sound. Tate calls it very complicated as he was always prepared to give the baby up since that was the plan all along. Tate wishes Sophia didn’t finalize the adoption before he got the chance to say goodbye but it was never going to be easy. Tate adds that what made the decision easy is that he was going to watch his baby grow up in Salem which is how it would’ve gone if Johnny didn’t back out of adopting at the last minute. Johnny and Chanel then enter the Pub.

Amy questions what has gotten in to Sophia. Sophia says she already got checked out in Chicago so she’s tired of being poked and prodded. Sophia wants to forget she ever had the baby and move on with her life. Sophia asks if she can’t pretend things are back to normal for awhile longer but Amy tells her that she can’t because she’s still her baby and she won’t let her neglect her health. Amy demands Sophia get ready and meet her outside, declaring they are going to the hospital and that’s final.

Johnny and Chanel greet Tate and Holly. Tate says he hears things went pretty well for Johnny in court at least according to Roman. Johnny supposes that’s true but EJ threw Roman under the bus to help his case. Tate notes that Roman didn’t seem too shook up and says as long as it gets Johnny acquitted, that’s all that matters and he agrees. Johnny thanks Tate and says that’s worth a lot. Johnny adds that Marlena told him that Sophia had the baby. Johnny confirms that they already placed her with adoptive parents which Chanel calls wonderful news. Johnny says they are happy to hear that Holly and Arianna got back in one piece. Chanel can’t believe they were kidnapped and is thankful they are okay. Holly responds that she’s really lucky. Chanel jokes that between that and the trial, she’s surprised Dateline hasn’t done a whole season on Salem. Chanel tells Tate that she’s really happy things worked out for he, Sophia, and the baby. Johnny and Chanel then go to get a table.

EJ goes home to the DiMera Mansion and pours a drink. Susan walks in so EJ goes to hug her but Susan says no hugging until she picks a bone with him.

Belle runs in to Paulina in the town square. Paulina says she already heard all about the trial from Johnny. Belle says that’s not why she needed to see her. Paulina asks if she needs to go over her testimony, but Belle announces she wants to resign and step down as district attorney. Paulina argues that if she let her abandon the case now, it will look like she’s trying to influence the trial. Belle says she will make sure it won’t look like that and complains that it’s been too hard having to prosecute Johnny and deal with EJ. Paulina tells her to let her deal with EJ.

Susan tells EJ that he has disappointed her because he hasn’t kept in touch after she prayed for him to get out of his coma then he woke up and told everyone he turned a new leaf, but guesses the kinder EJ is already gone. EJ argues that he’s using his power to do good in the world and he needs to project strength to protect Johnny from ridiculous attempted murder charges. Susan says he doesn’t have to convince her that Johnny is innocent as she could’ve told him a month ago that Johnny didn’t shoot him and neither did Chanel.

Chanel asks Johnny about the look on Tate’s face when the adoption came up and feels it’s hitting him pretty hard. Johnny acknowledges that Tate probably thought his kid would be staying in Salem. Johnny is surprised Tate could even look at him or speak to him and sometimes he’s surprised Chanel can either. Chanel assures that Tate has forgiven him for backing out of the adoption and she has too. Johnny doesn’t know what he did to deserve her. Chanel says they deserve each other and declares that she won’t rest until she’s in the clear. Tate tells Holly that he made peace with Johnny changing his mind awhile ago. Holly encourages that maybe things worked out for the best since now Johnny is on trial for shooting his own father, so he and Chanel will be focused on clearing his name instead of raising a newborn. Holly remarks that any kid raised under the DiMeras don’t come out unscathed, pointing out that Nicole being married to EJ still messed with her. Tate acknowledges that she’s not totally wrong but he thought things were going to turn out differently. Tate checks his phone, so Holly asks if he’s waiting on a call. Tate responds that he keeps texting Sophia about the baby and she’s not responding, so he’s starting to think she’s avoiding him.

Amy brings Sophia to the hospital. Sophia apologies for wasting Sarah’s time and says her mom was being unreasonable. Sophia asks if she’s fine. Sarah confirms that there’s no infection but notes that her uterus has contracted more than she expected for someone who just gave birth two days ago. Sophia asks if that’s a good thing. Sarah says there is something she needs to ask her. Sarah says that Brady said she gave birth to a little girl, but she knows from the ultrasound that she was expecting a boy. Sarah asks if there’s something she would like to tell her.

Chanel repeats to Johnny that she just wants this to be over and asks what she was thinking by reaching out to Susan for help. Johnny calls that a bit of a stretch but understands her heart was in the right place. Johnny says the only problem is that whatever Susan sees would be inadmissible in court, so the only person who has all the answers is EJ but for some reason he still can’t remember what happened that night.

Susan argues that they both know Chanel didn’t shoot EJ. EJ remarks that she isn’t as sweet as she thinks after the things she said to him that night. Susan says that Chanel may have said some things out of anger but she doesn’t have it in her to do that. EJ says as long as she provides a reasonable alternative to Johnny then he’s done his job. Susan warns EJ that the truth is going to come out about whatever he did to make Johnny look innocent in the eyes of the law and when that truth comes out, it may just do the opposite of setting him free.

Paulina tells Belle that if EJ is giving her trouble, she’ll be more than happy to handle him for her. Belle says she was just venting. Belle admits EJ is going after the people she cares about but he’s just doing it to protect his son. Paulina says if she could get her off the case she would, but that ship has sailed and it’s no longer possible. Paulina declares that one of these days, EJ’s schemes are going to blow up in his face.

Tate tells Holly that he knows Sophia has been through Hell but admits he’s pissed that she left him out of the adoption. Tate asks if that makes him a horrible person. Holly says it doesn’t as it was one of the most important decisions in both of their lives. Holly adds that she can see where Sophia is coming from since she carried the baby and gave birth alone. Holly thinks Sophia just needs time and space, then when she’s ready, she’ll give him the answers he’s looking for.

Sarah tells Sophia that this is a safe space and she can tell her anything. Sophia argues that Sarah can’t say anything to anyone as she knows her rights and her medical information is confidential. Sarah says there are limits to that, so she needs her to tell her the truth. Sarah asks if her baby is safe and what she did with him.

Tate tells Holly that he really appreciates her having Sophia’s back when he knows she’s not her favorite person. Holly believes Sophia has a right to process this on her own terms, but that doesn’t mean Tate has a right to his own feelings too so she’s trying to be fair. Tate says she’s been way more than fair, she’s being really amazing. Tate says that’s one of the reasons he will miss her so much when she goes to France. Tate assures that he’s happy for her but the timing sucks since so much weighed them down last year and now that high school is over and the adoption is finally over, it feels like they are finally back on track but now she has to leave. Holly asks what if she told him that she’s decided not to go to France.

Sarah tells Sophia that if she has reason to believe her baby is in danger, that supersedes confidentiality. Sophia questions her thinking that she hurt her baby. Sarah thinks her story doesn’t add up since her examination indicates that Sophia gave birth much earlier than she said she did and she knows that she’s lying about the sex of the baby. Sophia responds that he’s safe and that’s all she needs to know. Sarah says she needs more than just her word, otherwise she has to report it to the authorities. Sophia then agrees to tell her everything.

Tate tells Holly that she has to go to France because that’s her dream. Holly says she may have exaggerated that. Holly says she applied and the main reason she said yes was to put distance between her and everything going on with he and Sophia. Holly adds that she was worried about Nicole and Eric but Nicole said things are fine between them now. Tate questions if it’s not her dream school. Holly says lots of other schools have great programs including Salem U. Holly adds that Salem U also has something Paris can’t match and that’s Tate. Tate can’t let her stay in Salem just because of him. Holly assures that it’s not because of him, but for herself so she can be close to him. Tate tells Holly how happy she just made him. Holly says she feels the same. Tate says he loves her and Holly says she loves him too as they hold hands. Johnny asks Chanel if she has room for dessert. Chanel responds that what she wants for dessert isn’t on the menu, so she suggests they head home where she can make him forget all about his day in court. Johnny then calls for the check.

Sophia asks Sarah if she won’t say anything now that she knows the baby is safe. Amy enters the room and asks if everything is alright. Sophia confirms there’s no infection. Sarah tells her that Sophia is doing great and just needs to rest for a couple of days. Amy thanks her. Sarah tells Sophia to feel free to come back anytime. Sophia assures that she’ll be fine and thanks her as she then exits with her mom.

Paulina tells Belle that if she wants what’s best for Johnny, she will stay the course and if it tanks her relationship with EJ, that’s just icing on the cake. Paulina argues that Belle is better off without EJ in her life. Belle admits she has a point about Johnny, so she will stay on the case. Paulina knew she would see it her way.

EJ thanks Susan for her advice and says he’ll take it under advisement. Susan tells him not to sass her. EJ says he needs to prepare for another day of court. Susan tells him not to dismiss her either. Susan remarks that some days he sounds just like Stefano. Susan then starts to panic about feeling Stefano’s presence and declares that he’s here.

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Kate goes to the Brady Pub and greets Roman, who is dressed in a suit for court. Roman remarks that he’s going to testify against his own grandson. Kate encourages that he will be fine as she grabs an apron off the counter and begins putting it on. Roman questions what she is doing. Kate responds that she is starting her other job.

Jada gets dressed at home as Stephanie comes in, leaving a voicemail for EJ. Jada questions Stephanie working for EJ and if she’s sure that’s a good idea. Stephanie admits she’s not.

EJ runs in to Chad in the town square. EJ mentions Belle having Chad listed as her first witness. Chad hates that she asked him to testify. EJ tells him to just tell the truth and leave the rest to him. EJ starts to ask for a favor but Chad says he won’t slide the coverage in favor of Johnny. Chad encourages that it will all work out the way it’s supposed to and says he’ll see him at the courthouse as he walks away.

Belle finishes a call outside the courtroom and runs in to Johnny. Johnny says he’ll see her inside but Belle stops him and says whatever happens, she needs him to know that she loves him and believes in him. Johnny appreciates that and knows she’s just doing her job. Johnny then heads inside. EJ arrives and walks past Belle on his way in to the courtroom.

Roman argues that Kate is the editor-in-chief of Titan Publishing so she doesn’t have to bus tables anymore. Kate points out Roman being short staffed. Roman argues that he can manage on his own but Kate says it’s a family business, they are family, and she’s here for him as they kiss.

Stephanie tells Jada that she can’t always choose her clients if she wants to make money. Jada warns Stephanie about what she’s getting herself in to. Stephanie assures that she knows who EJ is and what he’s capable of, adding that part of the reason she took the job was to be a buffer between EJ and Kayla. Jada says that makes sense but she doesn’t like the idea. Jada apologizes for being judgmental. Stephanie understands her being worried and says she has every right to be considering what EJ has done to them and so many other people.

Philip goes to the Brady Pub and tells Kate that he missed her at the office. Kate says she left early so she could be here for Roman since he’s short staffed and he had to be in court. Philip asks how it’s going at Titan Publishing. Kate asks if he’s asking as her son or her boss. Philip remarks that he gets enough of being treated with utter contempt from the rest of his family.

Johnny tells EJ that Susan stopped by to see him earlier and said she knows it in her bones that he’s not the shooter. Johnny wishes they could find out who was the shooter. EJ says they don’t need a psychic as he has a pretty good idea of who it was. Johnny says he already told him there’s no way it was Chanel and warns him not to go there as Belle enters the court room. The judge then enters to resume the trial. She calls for Belle to start with an opening statement. Belle stands and give a speech about upholding the law and declares they are here to find justice as she intends to prove that Johnny, full of anger and rage, was on a mission the night that EJ was shot as he went to his family home not just to confront his father, but to murder him.

Kate tells Philip that she has no problem with him being her boss. Philip says he’s thrilled to be working with his very gifted mother. Philip brings up reading One Stormy Night and calls it a best seller in the making. Kate talks about the author emerging out of nowhere. Philip guesses Anastasia Sands is a pseudonym. Kate calls that not uncommon which is why she can’t tell anyone who they might be, including him. Philip reminds Kate that he is her boss and says she has to tell him.

Jada tells Stephanie that she’ll see her later as she’s heading for court. Stephanie wishes her luck. Jada sees the box on the table from the mail and asks if Stephanie saw it. Stephanie confirms that Alex brought it in and guesses it’s from one of her exes. Jada points out that there’s no return address on it and asks why an ex would send her something. Stephanie doesn’t know and says that if it’s from who she thinks it is, she’d rather pretend she never got it.

Belle says that during the trial, she intends to prove the crime was premeditated and she’s sure they are all wondering why EJ is representing the man accused of shooting him. Belle admits it’s unorthodox and maybe unheard of. Belle says EJ may believe his son is innocent but that’s not what this is. Belle declares that EJ would do anything to protect his family’s name, bringing up what the DiMera name means in Salem. Belle tells the jury not to be fooled in to believing that EJ is here out of the goodness of his heart to protect his son when he’s a DiMera through and through. EJ tries to object but the judge tells Belle to continue, though reminds her that EJ is not the one on trial. Belle continues that EJ will try to paint a contrived picture of his relationship with his son but it’s their job to follow the facts. Belle declares that her job is to prove that Johnny shot his father at point blank range with the intent to kill. Belle then takes her seat as EJ stands to speak next. EJ calls that quite an opening speech from Belle, noting it also was dramatic, deceiving, and misleading. EJ states that Belle accused him of only being there to defend his family name but he’s confident that he’s the best man for the job because he loves his son with his whole heart and more importantly, he knows that he is innocent. EJ says it would all be easier if he could simply remember the details of that horrific night but he doesn’t. EJ adds that Belle forgot to add they have no concrete evidence either with no fingerprints or DNA. EJ says they are making up facts which is the definition of reasonable doubt. EJ calls it reasonable to question their evidence or think someone else might be the shooter. EJ admits that quite a few people in town wanted him dead. EJ brings up that Belle said it was her job to prove the case which is what she will try to do at all costs, even if she knows she has no case.

Jada doesn’t know what Stephanie is afraid of but says the box isn’t going to go away if she ignores it. Stephanie responds that she’d rather not dig up the past. Jada says she gets it after everything that went down with Bobby and Everett. Jada thinks it’s better to be prepared with whatever it is but Stephanie says no and drops the box in the trash can.

Philip continues asking Kate about Anastasia Sands but Kate says he’ll just have to accept that is the author of the novel. Philip remarks that he thinks he knows who it is anyway as there may have been some semi-autobiographical parts of the novel that he recognized which Kate questions. Philip points out that she’s blushing. Kate doesn’t think she wants to hear anymore. Philip guesses that he’s right that Anastasia Sands is Stephanie Johnson. Kate reluctantly admits it but argues that Philip cannot let anyone else know as Stephanie is a very successful PR journalist, who doesn’t want people to know that she’s writing erotic novels on the side. Philip thinks there’s more to it than that.

EJ says he won’t pretend he comes from a family of angels as he’s well aware of how people in town feel about him, specifically that the district attorney and her office has always had it out for the DiMeras but that’s not what this case is about. EJ says it’s about Johnny, his innocent son. EJ asks the jury not to punish Johnny for the sins of his father. Chad takes to the witness stand. Belle asks him to recall the night. Chad says he went to the DiMera home to see EJ and the butler Harold had the night off, so he let himself in. Belle asks how Chad would’ve felt if he lost his brother. Chad admits that he and EJ haven’t always gotten along, but he’s his brother and he loves him so he would’ve been devastated. Belle asks if Chad was aware of Johnny’s strained relationship with EJ. Chad says he knew there were issues. Belle questions if Chad talked to Johnny about EJ after the shooting. Chad confirms that he told Johnny he should go visit EJ in the hospital and he said he didn’t want to go. Belle asks if Chad told Johnny how dire his father’s condition was. Chad confirms that he did. Belle demands to know what Johnny said. Chad admits that Johnny said he didn’t care if his father lived or died. Belle then takes her seat while the judge calls on EJ. EJ asks what Chad can tell them about the state of the house when he walked in that night or if there was anything unusual. Chad remembers the doors in the living room were open to the outside, but there was no sign of the shooter. EJ asks if he saw Johnny anywhere. Chad confirms he did not and as far as he could tell, the only person in the house was EJ and he was afraid it would be the last time he ever saw him.

Kate questions Philip thinking there’s another reason that Stephanie is hiding her identity. Philip says that Stephanie would be the first to tell that she’s made some mistakes, boyfriend wise, himself included. Philip points out that if he could recognize stories in the book, they might too, and that wouldn’t be good for anyone.

Jada takes the witness stand. Belle asks her to explain the ballistics report. Jada explains that it confirmed that the bullet used to shoot EJ came from Roman Brady’s gun. Belle asks where the gun was found. Jada responds that Roman turned it in, himself. Belle points out that Johnny’s grandfather. EJ points out that Johnny’s fingerprints were not found on the gun with no other evidence. Jada tries to argue but EJ says that’s all as the judge reminds her to just answer the question. EJ calls it interesting that Jada started to bring up motive and asks if Jada had motive to want him dead. Belle objects, arguing that Jada is not on trial but the judge allows it. EJ asks again if Jada had a reason to want him dead, perhaps believing he ruined her wedding or got her fired from her job which Jada admits. EJ asks if she ever told anyone that she wished him dead. Jada admits that she did and tries to explain but EJ says that will be all and sits back down. Roman then takes the witness stand. Belle brings up Roman being a police officer for most of his life and says they just heard from Jada that the bullet matched Roman’s pistol and that Roman turned the gun in because he was concerned that someone had taken it. Belle asks Roman to walk them through the events leading up to him realizing the pistol was missing. Roman explains that he was at the Pub, talking with Johnny and he mentioned that he kept a gun behind the bar. Belle asks if Roman had any reason to believe Johnny took his gun or that he knew Johnny was upset with his father. EJ objects, arguing that Roman is being asked his opinion on the defendant’s state of mind. The judge overrules, arguing that Roman would have first hand knowledge of the situation and asks Roman to answer the question. Roman states that Johnny was upset with EJ for something current and something going back many years.

Stephanie runs in to Chad in the town square and asks if he’s alright. Chad informs her that he just testified at Johnny’s trial and it wasn’t great. Stephanie hopes EJ can keep Johnny out of prison. Chad says that EJ is going to fight like hell and he hopes whatever he’s up to doesn’t bring Stephanie down with him. Stephanie guesses he heard about her new job. Chad reminds her that he’s on the hospital board so he hears about all new hires. Chad states that he loves his brother and he cares about Stephanie a lot, but people who are tied to EJ don’t usually end well.

Kate knows Philip has concerns about the book and there’s parts in it that may resemble events from Stephanie’s life, but she’s changed names, is using a pseudonym, and has her to protect her. Kate wishes she had been so lucky, since she wrote a book once about her love affair with Bill Horton while still married to Curtis. Philip didn’t know about this and asks what happened. Kate informs him that Jack found it, tried to publish it, she got it killed at Titan but it all came out again at Curtis’ murder trial. Philip is sorry she had to suffer through that and thinks about how many times he’s screwed up his life. Kate encourages that’s all in the past and to look at what he’s accomplished. Kate calls this his second chance and says he’s got it with the help of Xander.

Belle asks Roman if he ever heard Johnny say he wanted to hurt his father. Roman admits that he did. Belle asks if Roman tried to track Johnny down when he realized his gun was missing. Roman responds that he did, but he was too late as he walked up to the door of the DiMera Mansion when he saw his gun in a planter, so he got a sinking feeling that it might be too late, but before he could investigate, he heard sirens so he figured help was on the way. Roman states that he grabbed the gun to protect Johnny and got the hell out of there. Roman adds that he went back to the Pub and returned the gun to it’s lockbox behind the bar. Belle asks if Roman looked in the gun’s chamber first. Roman confirms he did and that there was a bullet missing. Belle asks what he did then. Roman admits he wiped it down. Belle questions why he took the gun from the DiMera Mansion and why he cleaned it and hid it. Roman admits that he thought Johnny might be the shooter. Belle then takes her seat.

Stephanie appreciates Chad’s concern but assures that she’s not going to let EJ push her around or compromise her values. Chad asks how it’s going with Alex. Stephanie says it’s going well. Chad says he’s happy for her. Chad tells her from experience that when you’re happy in life or a relationship, the past doesn’t matter anymore. Chad encourages her to stop letting it hurt her which Stephanie agrees with.

Philip tells Kate to just ignore Xander. Kate says she plans to but she’s glad she’s in the company in case Xander gets any more ideas, so he’ll have backup. Kate reminds Philip not to forget to keep his friends close and his enemies closer as she resumes working at the Pub.

Stephanie goes home and tells Jada that she wins, so she’s decided to face this head on. Stephanie retrieves the box from the trash and opens it up, learning that it’s a tote bag that she forgot she ordered. Stephanie says now she feels silly. Jada says she pushed her but questions why she was so suspicious about an ex and if he’s been in contact with her. Stephanie guesses she’s had him on the brain because she had to put herself back in that place because of her novel. Stephanie explains that a lot of those events are based on events that happened in the past but she’d like to keep them there.

EJ comments that Roman has a lot of opinions on Johnny’s state of mind on the night of the shooting. EJ argues that as a cop, Roman knows he needs proof. Roman confirms that he did not see Johnny with the gun. EJ brings up Roman once being his father-in-law. EJ asks how Roman felt about him marrying Sami. Belle objects to not being relevant but the judge overrules it and instructs Roman to answer. Roman admits he wasn’t happy about it. EJ asks if Roman ever wished him dead. Roman responds that he didn’t shoot him if that’s what he’s getting at. EJ questions just taking his word for it while Belle objects again. EJ brings up Roman saying he found his own gun at the scene of the crime, took it home, cleaned it, and put it back in his safe box which Roman confirms. EJ adds that Roman claims he did all of that to protect his grandson, but he’s the one who turned it in and is a witness trying to have him convicted. Roman argues that he didn’t want to be here as Belle objects. EJ goes over Roman admitting to being at the mansion and having the means and motive to avenge Sami. Roman cuts him off and asks if he’s serious. EJ states that it was Roman’s gun that shot him, so maybe he was the one that pulled the trigger. Belle objects so EJ withdraws and decides no further questions.

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Gabi goes to the DiMera Mansion where Tony offers her a drink. Tony asks if she’s given any thought to how she’s going to help him take back DiMera Enterprises. Gabi points out that it hasn’t even been 24 hours so she hasn’t had time to formulate a plan. Tony says he has a blueprint. Tony declares that if in-fighting could take down the DiMeras, maybe it could do the same for the Kiriakis family.

Steve and Kayla sit together to eat in Steve’s office. Kayla talks about how being there reminds her of John. Steve informs Kayla that he’s happy to report that Julie has her necklace back. Kayla calls that amazing and asks how she got it back. Steve guesses it was the power of the Horton spirit.

Gwen walks through the town square and runs in to Julie, shocked to see her wearing the necklace. Julie remarks that it does look better on her than it did on Gwen.

The book “1001 Arabian Nights” lies nearby as Marlena begins to dream about when Stefano made her his Queen of the Night until she suddenly wakes up.

Gwen tells Julie that she knew she stole the necklace from her. Julie denies it and asks how she could steal something that was never Gwen’s in the first place. Gwen questions how it ended up around her neck then. Julie responds that a certain person decided to right an egregious wrong. Julie tells Gwen to go ahead and call the police if she wants to. Gwen decides it’s not worth the trouble. Julie says Gwen only stole it out of spite and calls it misplaced revenge. Gwen tells Julie to enjoy her gaudy necklace for now. Julie asks if that’s a threat. Gwen says those are her words.

Gabi asks if Tony wants to fight fire with fire. Tony comments on burning up family ties. Gabi recalls that Xander and Philip were very much on the same page as co-CEOs at first but not so much now, like one day someone flipped a switch and now they can’t stand the sight of each other. Tony brings up that when Philip was brutally beaten, the police immediately suspected Xander. Gabi notes that Philip said Xander had nothing to do with it, but she’s seen them together and they hate each other. Tony states that something must have happened to turn brother against brother. Gabi guesses nobody knows. Tony feels that somebody must know. Gabi agrees and decides they will have to find out who that is.

Julie warns Gwen that if she comes for her family in any way, she’ll finally get what she deserves. Gwen mocks that she won’t be able to hang an ornament on the Horton family tree. A man named Foster comes over from the nearby bookstore and complains that Gwen has been going on near his store and tells her to get out of here and leave this wonderful lady alone. Gwen warns Julie that she’ll be hearing from her while the man tells her to just leave already. Gwen then walks away. Julie comments that chivalry is not dead and thanks him for coming to her rescue. Foster remarks that it sounds like Gwen’s the one that needs rescuing.

Steve informs Kayla that Doug Williams stole the necklace back from Gwen and gave it to Julie. Kayla says she normally doesn’t condone stealing but since it belonged to Julie, she thinks he did the right thing. Kayla says she should get going as she has a pile of paper work at the hospital. Kayla complains that her office is so hot right now along with the entire hospital. Kayla thinks EJ is trying to save money by putting the air conditioner on minimum and not having fresh fruit and vegetables in the cafeteria. Steve hopes Kayla can make it home at a reasonable hour. Kayla says she’ll do her best. Steve says he’s not one to tell her how to do her job, but he’s worried that she’s running herself into the ground. Kayla responds that she’s fine and that it’s Marlena that she’s worried about with everything going on and now dealing with Johnny’s trial. Steve calls Marlena a strong woman. Kayla agrees but says everyone has their limits. Kayla informs Steve that Marlena fainted at the trial today. Steve questions if she’s alright. Kayla confirms that Sarah checked her out at the hospital and sent her home to rest.

Marlena gets up and picks up the “1001 Arabian Nights” book and finds a note from Belle underneath, saying she had to go back to court while Brady took Rachel out so she could rest in a quiet home and to call if she needs anything. Marlena then gets up and exits the house.

Gabi tells Tony that she’ll let him know if she learns anything about Xander and Philip. Tony is glad she’s on board as he worried that she would back out of their deal. Gabi asks why she would back out. Tony acknowledges that her relationship with his family is complicated. Gabi mentions how badly she wants to be CEO of DiMera Enterprises. Tony brings up that Gabi was hesitant about stabbing Xander in the back. Gabi acknowledges that he was supportive, but business is business and he has what she wants. Gabi then walks out of the room.

Marlena goes to the hospital where Kayla asks if everything is alright after she passed out in court. Marlena confirms that she went home and rest, but says she can’t sleep away the entire day. Kayla asks if she’s experienced any more symptoms. Marlena says no and that she’s completely fine. Marlena says she came to consult with Dr. Fuller on a shared patient. Kayla asks if she can’t just take a few days off but Marlena doesn’t think that’s necessary. Marlena then reveals to Kayla that she is the patient.

Julie goes to the bookstore with Foster, who says he’s missed her the last few months. Julie says she missed this as well but she’s been very busy. Foster says he has a whole list of books to share which Julie calls something to take her mind off Gwen. Foster compliments her necklace. Julie calls it a family heirloom. Julie informs Foster that she’s looking for a gift for a friend. Julie then notices a sign that says the shop is for sale and questions that.

Gwen goes to the DiMera Mansion and takes Tony’s drink for herself, calling it one reason she liked living there. Tony mentions hearing that she moved in. Gwen asks if that will be a problem for him. Tony says not at all and he’s happy that she’s going to stay there which surprises her. Gwen says that Tony is the first person to say something nice to her since she came back to Salem. Tony suggests they take the opportunity to catch up as he has a couple of questions about her time in Alamainia. Gwen asks if the questions are personal. Tony wants to ask about his nephew Dimitri as he finds it strange that after all this time, Dimitri hasn’t tried to divorce her or take back control of his fortune. Gwen doesn’t find it strange and thinks he has other priorities. Gwen states that she is Dimitri’s wife so she is entitled to his fortune. Tony questions if she didn’t happen to hear anything about his brother Stefan.

Gabi goes to see Steve in his office and tells him that she wants to hire him.

Kayla questions Marlena being at the hospital as a patient. Kayla knew she was considering grief counseling but Marlena says this isn’t about grief, but more about feeling a little out of control which Kayla questions. Marlena explains that Sarah suggested passing out and other problems she’s been having are most likely psychogenic, so she just wants a second opinion and to make sure it’s not a problem with her soul.

Julie asks Foster if he’s really selling the book shop. Foster says he’s afraid so. Julie asks if business is not doing well. Foster explains that his kids all live in California while he’s been widowed for a few years now which Julie relates to. Foster says he planned to be alone for the rest of his life with nothing but his books to keep him company, but his daughter was telling him that his grandson is now pitching in Little League and he realized he’s not alone. Foster says nothing was keeping him from being with his family but the bookstore. Foster admits he will miss it, but he’d miss watching his grandkids grow up even more. Foster says he had a good run in Salem. Julie can’t imagine what she’ll do without him and the shop since it’s been her comfort in good times and bad. Foster encourages that she’ll be fine. Julie questions what will happen to the property and what the shop could be changed in to. Foster recalls Julie telling him about an adventurous book club meeting with pot donuts. Julie jokes about him remembering that. Foster says if she knows anyone who would like to take over the shop, he’d be happy to make a deal. Julie agrees to ask around.

Steve asks what Gabi wants to hire him to investigate. Gabi first wants him to promise to keep it confidential which he agrees to. Steve asks what’s going on. Gabi wants him to investigate the heads of Titan-DiMera, but Steve says absolutely not. Gabi questions him turning her down just like that and why he doesn’t want to investigate Xander and Philip. Gabi argues that he’d be exposing some very shady stuff going down. Steve doesn’t doubt that. Gabi states that she knows for a fact they are working very hard to cover something up which Steve questions. Steve says he intends to steer clear of cases that are personal. Gabi calls BS on that and questions Steve being close to the Kiriakis family. Steve brings up his brother in law, nephews, and Stephanie. Steve doubts Stephanie would be happy that he’s investigating her boyfriend’s family. Gabi clarifies that she’s not asking him to investigate Alex. Steve questions why she cares and what’s in it for her.

Kayla asks about Marlena being worried that she’s having a problem with her soul and hopes the Devil is not back. Marlena says not exactly but brings up the time when Stefano would invade her dreams and refer to her as his Queen of the Night. Marlena says she was vulnerable to evil. Kayla calls that a long time ago and says Stefano is dead while she reclaimed her soul with John’s help. Kayla questions her thinking of that. Marlena says she hasn’t forgot what it’s like to feel lost and ill. Kayla asks if she’s feeling that way now. Marlena confirms that she had a dream about being Queen of the Night. Kayla points out that it was just a dream. Marlena explains that Susan had come by earlier and said she could feel that she was ill in her body, mind, and soul.

Gwen tells Tony that she hasn’t heard from Stefan and asks if he’s worried that he will come back for a piece of the DiMera pie. Tony says he wouldn’t be that petty and that Stefan is entitled to his share. Tony adds that he finds it strange that Vivian said Stefan was living it up in Alamainia but Gwen didn’t see him and none of his family have heard from him. Gwen argues that if she was Stefan, she’d stay away too since they didn’t like him anyway. Gwen isn’t sure why Tony cares since he always treated him like an outsider as well as Dimitri, so she thought he’d be thrilled that they are both missing.

Foster asks Julie what kind of book she’s looking for. Julie says she’s looking for a book on grief as a very good friend recently lost her husband and she recalls Foster recommending a very good book when she lost Doug. Foster asks if she doesn’t think that book is good for her. Julie explains that they are different people and it was different circumstances. Foster asks what her friend is like. Julie responds that she’s serious, selfless, and a psychiatrist. Foster suggests a memoir which Julie says is perfect.

Kayla asks Marlena if her dream this morning was like those dreams all those years ago. Marlena says yes, just not as real. Kayla says it can’t be real because Stefano is dead and asks if she wants to tell her about the dream. Marlena mentions that she’s been reading to Rachel every night and they’re at “1001 Arabian Nights” so it was kind of that same scene. Kayla guesses the book just got in her head and prompted the dream. Kayla hopes she didn’t let Susan in to her head. Marlena says they both know that Susan is eccentric and things she comes up with aren’t necessarily based in scientific fact. Marlena guesses her psyche has just taken a beating lately. Kayla is sorry that she’s having to deal with Johnny’s trial on top of everything else. Marlena says she better get to her appointment with Dr. Fuller. Kayla asks if there’s anything she can do to help her. Marlena responds that she’s already doing it. Kayla tells Marlena to find her after her appointment so she can hear how it went. Marlena says she will, thanks her, and walks away.

Gabi tells Steve that all she want is to take Gabi Chic back from Titan-DiMera and since they won’t let her leave, she has no choice but to play hard ball. Steve says there are easier ways. Gabi refuses years of litigation. Gabi knows corporate machinations are hardly his thing but she knows how much he cares about the town. Gabi says it was bad enough when Titan and DiMera were separate. Gabi urges that Steve would be doing Salem a favor by exposing Xander and Philip’s lies. Steve agrees to talk about the terms. Gabi asks if she’s convinced him to take the job. Steve responds that he enjoys a challenge.

Tony tells Gwen that he doesn’t wish ill on his brother or his nephew, but she’s right that they are not particularly missed in this household. Gwen questions why he cares where they are then. Tony supposes it’s his controlling nature and not wanting to be left in the dark. Tony says with all that’s going on in Salem, he’s feeling uneasy about not hearing from them. Gwen asks if it’s out of concern or to gloat. Tony responds that he likes to keep track of his family. Gwen asks if that’s in case one of them decides to stab him in the back. Tony calls that always a valid concern with the DiMeras.

Foster talks to Julie about how a book can transport them to a different time and place and help them empathize with people. Foster adds that books help build connections with other book lovers like her. Foster tells Julie how grateful he is for that. Julie wishes him all the happiness and good fortune that he’s about to embark on his new adventure, adding that he will be sorely missed as they hug.

Marlena returns from her appointment so Kayla asks how it went. Marlena responds that she’s afraid that she’s left with more questions than answers about the dream and this unsettling feeling she’s having. Kayla suggests another session will get the answers she needs but Marlena declares that she doesn’t think she wants the answers.

Steve tells Gabi that she’s got herself a detective. Gabi asks how this is going to work. Steve says he’s already on the clock, so he’ll let her know if he finds anything. Gabi accepts that and exits the office.

Gwen was under the impression that Tony had removed himself from the family business. Tony responds that it his legacy. Gwen asks if he’s trying to get back in. Tony calls that none of her business and exits the room.

Steve gets a call from Kayla and asks if everything is okay. Kayla says she just saw Marlena which got her thinking that she should heed his advice and take the rest of the day off. Kayla suggests they could spend the day together since Steve is his own boss. Steve responds that he just got a new case so he thinks she will beat him home. Kayla says she’ll be waiting for him and tells him not to be too long as they hang up.

Marlena returns home and picks up the 1001 Arabian Nights book but Julie shows up at the door which Marlena calls a nice surprise. Marlena notices that she got her necklace back and says she’s so happy as she asks how that happened. Julie reveals that Douglas Williams III returned it and it’s a very long story for another day. Julie declares that Doug III redeemed himself and then left town. Marlena is glad to hear it and asks what brings her by. Julie says she was walking through town and saw Foster’s Bookstore so she thought some good writing could help her find peace of mind. Julie informs Marlena that she brought two memoirs about facing grief and embracing life again after losing the center of your universe as they both have. Marlena calls that so kind of her. Julie says that Marlena helped her so much on the darkest day of her life and is still helping her. Julie understands how much she has to deal with and says she’s here for her too, so she’s not alone. Marlena responds that she knows Julie understands all too well as they hug.

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Gabi goes to the Brady Pub and introduces herself to Doug III as Arianna’s mom. Gabi says that Ari told her that he’s leaving town which she thinks is a good idea but warns that he’s not getting off that easy.

Gwen opens the safe in her room and discovers it is now empty. Gwen goes to leave her room when Julie arrives and informs her that she’s suing her for the return of her Grandmother’s necklace. Gwen calls that convenient and argues that Julie knows she can’t give her the necklace because it’s gone.

Brady and Rachel meet Belle at the hospital. Brady asks how Marlena is and if they know why she passed out. Belle says not yet but Marlena is insisting it’s not a big deal. Rachel asks if she’s going to be okay.

Sarah checks Marlena out in a hospital room, noting that her blood pressure is a little high. Marlena responds that she’s stressed and exhausted but these tests checked out just fine last month. Sarah still wants to run a couple of extra tests to be safe.

Chanel and Johnny are at home where Chanel asks if there’s any word on Marlena. Johnny says not yet but he hopes it’s nothing serious. Susan Banks then shows up at their door. Johnny is surprised and asks what she’s doing there. Susan responds that she’s there to make sure he doesn’t go to prison for a crime he didn’t commit.

Doug III tells Gabi how terrible he feels about Arianna getting involved in the situation as that was never his intention. Gabi argues that he made one stupid decision after another, complaining that he did nothing to protect Arianna and nearly got her killed. Doug III repeats that he’s really sorry. Gabi responds that he has a lot to be sorry for. Gabi argues that Roman took him in and gave him a job and this is how he repays him. Doug III agrees that Roman was really good to him and he messed things up badly. He adds that he wanted to apologize to Roman in person but he hasn’t been around, so he wrote him a letter and left his room key which Gabi agrees to make sure he gets.

Julie questions Gwen saying the necklace is gone. Gwen explains that she put the necklace in her safe last night and then this morning, she saw the safe was empty. Gwen accuses Julie of acting and that she’s trying to cover for the fact that she stole the necklace. Julie argues that she’s sure Gwen still has it stashed somewhere to pretend it was stolen because she knew she was coming. Gwen insists she doesn’t have it so Julie questions who does have it. Julie declares that she’s calling the police. Gwen says not if she beats her to it as Julie storms out of the room.

Belle assures Rachel that Marlena will be just fine. Rachel questions why she fainted then. Belle thinks Marlena is just under a lot of stress lately. Brady compares it to when Rachel had an upset stomach and then she felt better. Belle agrees that she has no reason to worry. Brady says they can wait for Marlena if Belle has to get back to court. Belle says the judge called a recess so they don’t have to go back until after lunch. Brady asks how Johnny is doing. Belle says he’s alright. Brady asks about Belle. She says she feels as she expected and just hopes that Johnny will be found innocent.

Susan hugs Johnny and talks about her flight being delayed. Susan reveals that Chanel called and told her the trial was delayed until after lunch. Johnny questions Chanel being in contact with his Grandmother. Chanel reminds him of their conversation about getting in to contact with someone to help them find the real shooter, so she thought who better than Johnny’s own Grandmother who also happens to be a psychic.

Gwen comes out of the Salem Inn and runs in to Doug III in the town square as they pass by each other. Gwen stops and remembers seeing Doug III pretending to be room service at the Salem Inn.

Rachel asks Brady if they can buy something for Tate’s baby from the gift shopt while they wait. Brady agrees that’s a great idea and tells Belle to text him when she knows anything. Belle promises Rachel that everything will be just fine. As Brady and Rachel walk away, Sarah brings Marlena over. Marlena tells Belle that she’s perfectly fine. Sarah says she will call with the rest of the test results and encourages Marlena to get some rest and not skip any more meals. Belle tells Marlena that she will take her home.

Johnny doesn’t know that having Susan using her psychic powers to find out who the real shooter is will work. Susan questions why not. Johnny responds that some people don’t buy in to all that and it will never hold up in court. Chanel argues that it’s a start since the police aren’t looking at any other suspects, so they need to take it in their own hands and think outside the box. Johnny asks if EJ knows about this. Chanel says of course not. Susan can’t believe EJ would think Johnny shot him and says she could’ve told him from the start that it wasn’t him. Susan says she feels things in her bones and declares that Johnny is innocent.

Gwen tries calling in her necklace being stolen but gets put on hold as Gabi approaches and says look what the cat dragged in. Gwen questions if the baby that Gabi has is Leo’s baby. Gabi says no and explains that the baby was abandoned at the fire station where Javi works, so her family is fostering him. Gwen tells the baby to run for the hills because he would not want to be raised here by a bunch of despicable ghouls. Gabi tells Gwen to say whatever she wants about Leo but warns her not to insult her family. Gwen says she’ll restrict it to her then and calls her the ghoul. Gabi says if this is about her stealing Jake from Gwen, it’s not her fault that she couldn’t keep him satisfied. Gwen calls Jake a classless fool who couldn’t keep up with her intelligence. Gwen then brings up Stefan cheating on Gabi with Ava. Gwen asks who would’ve thought her marriage would have a longer shelf life. Gabi questions her boasting about her marriage to a closeted gay man who cheated on her with her best friend. Gwen brings up her husband’s bank account. Gabi remarks that her husband has gone missing. Gwen says she doesn’t miss him as the money keeps her warm. Gabi remarks that she will squander the fortune and finds it funny that Dimitri didn’t track her down to demand his money and a divorce. Gabi asks if Gwen killed Dimitri.

Julie goes home, complaining that Gwen is not going to get away with this. Doug III then shows up at her door. Julie asks what he wants. Doug III informs her that he’s leaving Salem. Julie calls that no concern to her. Doug III says he has a parting gift for her and presents her with the necklace.

Susan says she feels the dark energy and laughs, saying they should see what she just saw. Johnny asks what she saw but Susan says it’s too raw and she needs to let her psychic energy marinate. Susan declares that she has somewhere very important to be right now and quickly exits.

Belle brings Marlena home. Marlena thanks her and assures she’s perfectly fine on her own if Belle has to get back to work. Belle says she wanted to ask her about her hypnosis session with EJ. Marlena says she can’t discuss that. Belle says EJ told her a little about how he can’t remember who shot him. Belle asks Marlena if she thinks it’s just the trauma or if it’s about the identity of the shooter. Marlena responds that she honestly can’t say.

Rachel greets Sarah at the hospital. Sarah informs her and Brady that Belle took Marlena home. Rachel asks if Marlena is going to be okay. Sarah assures there’s nothing to worry about. Rachel shows Sarah the stuffed animal she got for Tate’s baby and adds that the baby was already born. Sarah is surprised and asks when. Brady informs her it was yesterday as she went to Chicago to meet potential adoptive parents and went in to labor. Sarah questions if everything went okay. Brady says it went fine but the problem is Sophia gave the baby to the adoptive parents right away so he and Tate never even got to meet her. Brady comments on Sarah looking surprised. Sarah says she’s still processing that Sophia was out of town when she went in to labor, but she’s glad it went well. Rachel is glad the baby was a girl, joking that they have too many boys in the family. Rachel wonders what they named the baby and comments that she likes the name Mackenzie, not knowing that was the name of the baby that Sarah had lost.

Marlena tells Belle that she doesn’t feel comfortable talking about her session with EJ. Belle apologizes and doesn’t want to add more stress to her life when she has enough to worry about and she’s still grieving John. Belle asks if they talk about that enough with everything going on with Johnny, Arianna, Rachel, and Tate but none of that compares to Marlena losing the love of her life. Marlena calls it a terrible loss for Belle as well. Belle says they are talking about Marlena now and assures what she is going through never leaves her mind. Belle says she doesn’t bring it up because she respects that she’s a stoic person that may not want to open up about it. Marlena agrees that’s what is right for her right now. Marlena states that John was stoic, strong, and brave so she would like to live a life, emulating him. Belle encourages that she’s doing a really good job but wants her to lean on her so she can be there for her. Belle tells Marlena how grateful she is for her and is thankful they have each other as they hug.

Gwen questions Gabi accusing her of murder. Gabi points out that Gwen would not only have killed Dimitri for money, but he also betrayed her in such an egregious manner. Gabi wonders how far Gwen would go for revenge. Susan appears and tells Gabi that she’d like to ask her the same question. Susan talks about some thoughts not going away and asks Gabi if she shot EJ. Gabi tells her to give it a rest already because she did not shoot EJ. Susan brings up that she sensed Gabi was at the DiMera Mansion that night and she denied it like crazy, but then she’s heard since then that Gabi confessed to being there. Gwen jokes that Susan’s really got Gabi’s number. Gabi admits she told a little white lie, but insists that she is innocent. Gabi says based on evidence, the real culprit is either Johnny or Chanel. Susan calls that not true and says she intends to prove it. Susan warns Gabi to pray that she doesn’t find out it was her or she will be in a world of trouble. Susan then walks away. Gwen laughs at Gabi accusing her of murder.

Julie questions where Doug III got the necklace. He admits that he stole it from Gwen’s hotel room because it doesn’t belong to her, it belongs to Julie. Julie says she was just with Gwen and she didn’t believe she didn’t have the necklace but guesses this one time she was telling the truth. Julie remarks that Gwen’s head will explode when she finds out she got it back. Doug III asks if Julie will tell Gwen that he’s the one who stole it. Julie doesn’t think that’s necessary. Doug III repeats that he’s really sorry about everything. He acknowledges that Julie took him in, made him feel so welcome, and showed him so much kindness and love which he hadn’t felt in a long time but he knows he blew it big time, breaking her heart and her trust which he will always regret. Doug III says now he has to get going. Julie stops him and asks him to help her put on the necklace which he agrees to do. He tells her that it looks great on her. Julie says it does make her feel closer to her Grandmother. Doug III talks about one of his most prized possessions being a pair of gold cuff links from his other Grandfather which makes him feel closer to him. Julie goes to a drawer and presents Doug III with a locket that Doug had with him during World War II to bring him luck and says perhaps it will do the same for him. Doug III thanks her and says it’s so kind of her. Julie tells him that when he gets settled where ever he’s going, she will wire him however much money that he ows the loan shark. Doug III questions why she would do that. Julie says until he pays off the debt, he’s in danger and she wouldn’t want him hurt. Doug III doesn’t know what to say. Julie knows it’s what Doug would’ve wanted and he’s his grandson and her family.

Rachel asks Sarah if she made her sad. Sarah claims she just has allergies. Brady sends Rachel to the vending machine to get whatever she wants. Brady tells Sarah that he’s sorry. Sarah understands that Rachel doesn’t know. Brady thinks she may remember that Eric had a baby named Mackenzie. Sarah says maybe deep down, she remembers that used to be her name. Brady calls that possible. Sarah apologizes for getting emotional and blames it on her and Xander deciding to legally separate. Brady says he’s sorry. Sarah says she’s spent far too much time fighting the inevitable, so it’s time to move on.

Susan goes to see Belle, who says she didn’t know she was in town. Susan explains that when she heard Johnny was on trial, she got there as fast as she could and she also wanted to offer her condolences to Marlena. Belle says right now Marlena needs some rest but Marlena comes back in to the room. Susan tells her how sorry she is for her loss as she praises John. Marlena acknowledges that John was very fond of Susan. Susan hugs Marlena and says she can’t believe John is gone. Susan then says she just got a weird vibe from Marlena.

Johnny tells Chanel that when they talked about getting outside help to find out EJ’s shooter, he thought maybe they would hire a private investigator. Chanel says that’s still an option but encourages that Susan loves him and will do whatever it takes to find the truth. Johnny argues that he’s sure she will but she can’t just look in to a crystal ball and figure it out because it’s not that easy. Chanel points out that they are desperate as his trial starts in a matter of hours. Johnny agrees that they are sort of desperate and admits it can’t hurt to see what kind of vibes Susan gets.

Marlena questions Susan getting strange vibes. Susan calls it very peculiar as she senses that Marlena is not well and that there’s trouble residing in her mind, body, and soul. Marlena asks what kind of trouble. Belle thinks it’s time for Susan to go. Susan argues that she just got there. Belle warns Susan that she might get a parking ticket. Susan says her goodbyes to Marlena as Belle hurries Susan out the door.

Doug III promises Julie that he will find a way to pay her back. Julie says he doesn’t have to as she doesn’t need the money, just for him to stay out of trouble. Doug III knows he hurt a lot of people but promises to make changes so he doesn’t keep making the same mistakes which Julie is glad to hear. Doug III decides he should get going. Julie reminds him to keep in touch about the money. Doug III says he will check in to see how she’s doing and thanks her again for everything. Julie tells Doug III that he has a great deal of potential so he just has to get his life together. Julie asks him to come back to Salem when he does to show her well he’s doing. Doug III promises to do that as he then exits.

Gwen asks Gabi what her motive was for shooting EJ. Gabi responds that she didn’t shoot EJ and not that it’s her business, she was very upset with EJ for kidnapping her brother and replacing him with a doppelganger. Gabi adds that EJ is also the reason that her marriage to Stefan went up in flames. Gwen asks how so but Gabi refuses to tell. Gwen guesses it must have been pretty awful for Stefan to dump her and go running to his mom. Gabi asks if Gwen didn’t run in to him while she was there. Gwen asks if she’s still holding a torch for him. Gwen says no and that Tony said he and Anna reached out to him but never heard back, so she was curious. Gwen guesses Dimitri isn’t the only one who has gone missing then. Gwen tells Gabi to give her regards to her family. Gabi tells Gwen to go to Hell as she walks away.

Johnny tells Chanel that he doesn’t have enough time to get back to work before he’s due in court again. Chanel says she has an idea and kisses him. Johnny likes that idea so they head to their room.

Sarah tells Brady that she should’ve broke things off with Xander the moment she found out that he tried to hurt Brady, but she was so in love that she ignored all the obvious red flags. Brady feels she’s being way too hard on herself. Sarah says she’ll do everyone a favor and quit talking about her failed marriage. Brady says he’s been there, done that so if she wants to vent, he’s here because he won’t make any judgments. Sarah thinks it’s just that Victoria is staying with Xander right now so she has all the time alone to think and wallow. Brady suggests she come to dinner with he and Rachel as a distraction. Sarah admits she would like that as Rachel comes back to say bye to Sarah. Rachel and Brady then exit the hospital. Sarah goes to her charts and confirms that Sophia’s baby was definitely not a girl.

Belle returns from walking Susan out and finds Marlena has fallen asleep on the couch. Belle puts a blanket over her and quietly heads to her room. The book “1001 Arabian Nights” lies nearby as Marlena begins to dream about when Stefano made her his Queen of the Night.

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Brady reveals to Belle and Marlena that Sophia had her baby and already gave it up for adoption, explaining that she had a new lawyer and went to Chicago where she went in to labor which shocks Belle and Marlena. Marlena says that must have been so difficult for her. Marlena asks how Tate is. Brady says he’s overwhelmed, explaining that Tate went out to rescue Holly and Arianna then found out that Sophia went in to labor and the baby was gone. Belle says it all happened so fast. Marlena questions the adoptive parents taking the baby so quick. Brady explains that Sophia thought it was for the best and admits she’s probably right. Brady says he feels bad for Tate because he did want to hold his daughter just once. Marlena says it’s been such a rollercoaster ride for Tate. Belle says not just for him. Marlena brings up Johnny going on trial but Rachel comes in and asks Marlena to read her a story. Brady says that’s going to have to wait, reminding Rachel that she lost her goggles so they have to go to the DiMera Mansion to get the other pair. Rachel asks if Brady can’t just go. Brady reminds her that they working on being responsible, so he exits with Rachel. Belle calls it lovely that Marlena is reading with Rachel every night. Marlena thought it would take her mind off the fact that she might have to testify against Johnny in court. Belle agrees that it wouldn’t be any easier in a room full of people.

At the Brady Pub, Abe finishes a call with Theo and then sits down with Paulina. Abe points out that Paulina has hardly touched her breakfast. Paulina responds that she can’t eat when she’s about to be called to the witness stand. Abe knows she’s nervous about Johnny’s trial. Paulina complains about the thought of sending an innocent man to prison for attempted murder. Abe questions her believing now that Johnny is innocent now. Paulina confirms that she had her doubts, but not anymore after seeing him at the police station, hearing his voice, and looking in his eyes, she’s sure that he didn’t do it. Paulina worries about Chanel being a suspect too because of the memory card that just happened to land in Belle’s lap right before the trial. Paulina reminds Abe that she saw the video of Chanel in EJ’s face, saying he wouldn’t live long enough to hurt anyone else that she loves. Abe points out that Chanel said she didn’t recall that. Paulina assures that Chanel certainly didn’t go back to shoot EJ. Paulina knows she will be questioned about the video in court while Belle will ask her about the evidence to make Johnny look guilty. Abe argues that circumstantial evidence proves nothing. Paulina calls the whole situation horrible for Johnny and Chanel, so she would never forgive herself if she made it worse. Abe reminds Paulina that it’s her duty to tell the truth. Abe encourages her that whatever happens, they are in this together. Paulina thanks Abe for always being the voice of reason. Abe encourages her to eat. Paulina decides maybe changing the subject will help and asks him how Theo is. Abe responds that he’s not good.

Gwen goes to the DiMera Mansion with her bags packed, questioning where the staff is to help her with her luggage.

EJ goes to see Belle and Marlena. EJ declares that the sooner Marlena hypnotizes him, the sooner he can remember who shot him. EJ thanks Marlena for doing this for him. Marlena is quick to remind him that she’s not really doing it for him.

Chanel helps Johnny with his tie as they prepare for his first day of trial. Chanel worries about Johnny not getting any sleep. Johnny assures that he’ll be fine and have coffee on the way. Chanel points out that it’s a big day and asks how he’s feeling. Johnny admits he’s scared.

Paulina asks Abe what’s wrong with Theo. Abe responds that he’s fine but reveals that he and Claire broke up. Paulina asks what happened. Abe says he’s not sure as Theo didn’t want to get in to it. Paulina says that’s too bad as she thought they were in it for the long haul. Paulina says break ups are awful but encourages that you heal in time and if you’re lucky, you find love.

Brady and Rachel run in to Gwen at the DiMera Mansion. Gwen says it’s lovely to see them. Rachel questions what she’s doing there. Gwen reveals that she’s moving in and asks if Kristen hadn’t told her. Rachel says no because she hasn’t been there as she’s been at Brady’s house. Brady sends Rachel upstairs to get her goggles. Gwen asks Brady about Kristen letting Rachel stay with him.

Chanel understands Johnny is scared but she promises him everything will be okay. Johnny question how she can say that. Johnny worries that once the jury sees the evidence against him, they will definitely vote guilty. Johnny goes over how he took Roman’s gun, multiple witnesses can place him at the scene of the crime and he pointed the gun at EJ, saying he wanted him dead. Chanel argues that may have been his intention but he didn’t go through with it. Johnny argues that there was a bullet missing from the gun. Chanel says it’s not because he used it or pulled the trigger. Johnny complains that he practically shouted from the rooftops that he wanted EJ dead. Chanel argues that half of Salem wanted that too. Johnny talks about how people warned him not to be talking about wanting EJ dead but he did it like an idiot. Chanel understands he was enraged after finding out what EJ did to Sami. Johnny admits he didn’t have to go so far as to get a gun. Chanel points out that he stopped himself and that’s what matters. Johnny questions if it is or when Belle lays out the evidence, it will look like he shot his dad. Chanel argues that what it looks like doesn’t make him guilty and he’s innocent. Johnny complains that it’s the middle of summer so the jury aren’t going to want to sit through a long trial, they’ll want to get it done quick. Chanel thinks he should give them more credit. Johnny questions what if he still gets convicted.

Marlena reminds EJ that she’s doing this for Johnny because if EJ remembers who shot him, they can clear Johnny’s name. EJ says they have the same goal then. EJ wishes he did this sooner. Belle asks why he didn’t. EJ admits he was scared that he would remember it was Johnny that shot him. Marlena asks if he doesn’t think that now. EJ states that Johnny said he didn’t shoot him and he believes him. Belle brings up that whatever he remembers under hypnosis may not be admissible in court. EJ is confident that he will remember and says they will work backwards from there to find evidence they can use. Marlena goes to get her notebook. Belle notes that EJ seems optimistic and asks if he really thinks hypnosis will work. They acknowledge that if it doesn’t, that means they will be going to war with each other in court.

Abe tells Paulina that they better get going to court. Paulina stops to ask Abe what he thinks Johnny’s chances are. Abe responds that all the evidence against him is circumstantial, but admits he has seen cases where people have been convicted for a lot less. Abe adds that he’s also seen cases he thought were a slam dunk but the jury voted to acquit. Abe says they can be sure that EJ will be fighting for his son’s future. Paulina declares that EJ will put on the fiercest defense of his life.

Belle reminds EJ that they need to put distance between themselves in public with the trial starting. Belle declares that it’s for Johnny and until this is over, they cannot be seen together. EJ argues that there’s nothing wrong with opposing attorneys being romantic partners. Belle feels it’s not a good look for them. EJ suggests secret meetings but Belle talks about how much scrutiny they will be under with EJ defending his son and her prosecuting her nephew. EJ reminds Belle that the judge insisted on having her on this case and ruled that Johnny could choose him to defend him. Belle questions the victim being the defense which EJ calls innovative while Belle feels it’s suspicious. Belle worries about if it got out that they were together, it would just add fuel to the fire. EJ questions being forbidden from sneaking her in to his house. EJ guesses they’ll just have to take advantage of every moment that they can. EJ then kisses Belle until Marlena returns to the room to ask EJ if he’s ready. EJ confirms that he is so Marlena asks Belle to excuse them. Belle wishes EJ luck and exits. Marlena sits with EJ to begin his hypnosis.

Brady informs Gwen that he and Kristen agreed that it would be best if Rachel stayed with him during the trial since there’s a lot going on at the DiMera Mansion. Gwen recalls Kristen saying it was like a powder keg ready to explode. Gwen remarks that Johnny shot his father and now EJ is defending him. Gwen says with all the drama she’s been involved in, she’s so glad to not be involved in this mess as it doesn’t seem like it would end well for anyone.

Belle walks through the town square on the phone with Claire, telling her that she’s so sorry about her and Theo not working out. Belle says she wishes she could come visit with Shawn but she can’t get away. Belle tells Claire to call anytime she needs to talk and she loves her as they hang up.

Chanel tells Johnny that she’s no lawyer but she’s had enough brushes with the law to know that all the evidence against him is circumstantial. Johnny says it doesn’t make a difference. Johnny reminds her of a documentary they watched and they were helping people wrongly convicted but they are still sitting in prison. Chanel encourages that Johnny has something they didn’t and that’s EJ DiMera as his lawyer. Johnny hopes it’s enough. Johnny worries that if he’s convicted, he’s looking at a maximum sentence of 80 years. Chanel insists that EJ will do whatever it takes to clear his name, including pointing the finger at her. Johnny says no way. Chanel says they went over this, reminding him that the police have a video of threatening EJ on the night he was shot. Johnny points out that she doesn’t even remember that. Chanel complains that it wouldn’t stop EJ from using it in court. Johnny argues that he knows Chanel loves him and there’s no way she would let him take the fall for a crime she committed because it doesn’t make sense. Chanel brings up that Jada told her not to leave town and Paulina is hiring Justin to represent her. Johnny states that she did nothing wrong. Chanel says they know that, but when EJ gets him acquitted, Belle is coming after her next. Johnny declares there is no way in Hell that he will let her get railroaded. Johnny wishes that EJ could just remember who shot him so this would all go away. Chanel says they can’t wait around for a miracle and they have to figure it out themselves. Johnny agrees that it’s up to them to find a way to prove they are both innocent. Chanel notes that her mom always says the truth will come out, but in this case they are going to have to make it come out.

Rachel comes back downstairs with a backpack full of other things that she remembered she wanted to take. Gwen asks if she has any messages for Kristen. Rachel questions why. Gwen reminds her that she’s a good friend of Kristen’s. Rachel says she remembers and that Gwen beat her at chess, but she’s better now. Gwen says they will have to rematch. Brady comments that with everything going on, he’s surprised EJ let Gwen move in. Gwen questions why since there’s plenty of room and she is a DiMera. Brady assumes EJ just welcomed her with open arms then. Gwen remarks that she honestly doubts EJ even notices she’s there and he’s probably got a lot more important things on his mind.

Under hypnosis, EJ says “you don’t want to do this” but tells Marlena that he doesn’t know who he is talking to and he can’t tell who it is, despite looking straight at them. EJ gets frustrated but Marlena encourages that he’s doing great. Marlena decides to bring him out of the hypnosis. Marlena then asks what he saw. EJ says he was looking at someone but he couldn’t see who they were. Marlena questions him not knowing even now. EJ confirms that he doesn’t and questions why he couldn’t tell who it was. EJ asks if it was because it was Johnny.

Paulina and Abe approach Belle in the town square. Paulina assumes they are all on their way to court. Belle confirms so and mentions that she just talked to Claire. Abe says he’s so sorry to hear about Claire and Theo breaking up. Belle says Claire was too upset to share the details and she wishes she could make their pain go away. Belle adds that all they can do is be there for their children. Paulina says just like they have to be there for Johnny and Chanel. Paulina hates that they have to go through this.

Chanel knows she said they should leave the investigating to the police, but now that they have the video, it seems like they are done and if it’s not Johnny, it’s her. Johnny declares that there is no way he will let her go down for it and repeats that he would confess to shooting EJ before letting her go down for it. Chanel notes that Paulina told her that he told her the same thing. Johnny says that he and Paulina both love Chanel. Chanel declares that neither of them shot EJ so neither of them are going down for it. Johnny responds that someone has to go down and the cops aren’t looking for anyone else while EJ may never remember who shot him. Chanel decides they need to find someone who will remember for him.

Gwen says she’s going back to the Salem Inn for the rest of her things to move on and tells Rachel that they can rematch in chess soon. Gwen then exits the mansion. Rachel asks Brady if they can go now too. Brady reminds her that Harold made her cookies but Rachel complains that she doesn’t want cookies and just wants to go.

Johnny and Chanel meet Abe and Paulina outside of the courthouse. Johnny thanks them for coming and says it means a lot. Paulina wishes she and Chanel could go in with him but witnesses aren’t allowed in until called to testify. Johnny says he feels a lot better just knowing they are there. Abe says he’ll be inside and will bring support from all three of them.

Belle sits inside the courthouse and checks her phone, looking over at EJ not being there yet. Belle calls EJ and leaves a message that the trial’s about to start and he’s not here. Belle asks what happened with Marlena and if he remembered something.

EJ is frustrated asking why he couldn’t remember who he was talking to when he was shot. Marlena notes that he’s obviously very disturbed by these memories. EJ complains that he thought the point of this was to access those memories. Marlena reminds him that there are no guarantees. EJ asks if she’s saying they failed and this was a total waste of time. Marlena says not at all and that they just had a goal. EJ asks what it means that they couldn’t do it. Marlena says it just means his memories are still blocked. EJ guesses he must be still worried that his memories could harm him and wonders how else his memories could harm him. Marlena advises him not to jump to conclusions on this. Marlena reminds him that she asked Johnny and he said he didn’t shoot him and they both believe him. EJ questions why he can’t see who it was then. Marlena thinks the memories are blocked from him as maybe his mind is still protecting him. EJ hoped it would work so he could exonerate Johnny. Marlena encourages that maybe he still can. Marlena adds that she’s willing to do this again if he is. EJ questions if she thinks that could work. Marlena says she wouldn’t offer if she didn’t believe that. EJ says he’s due in court, but he wishes he wasn’t. Marlena tells him not to be discouraged and that hypnosis can take some time. Marlena says whatever trauma he suffered is buried deep in his subconscious and they just have to find a way to unlock that and release those memories.

Brady asks Rachel what is going on and why she’s so upset. Rachel cries about being where she saw Johnny standing with the gun. Brady is sorry she had to see that but says it was very brave of her to tell Jada and Belle. Rachel cries that Belle said she had to tell it all again in court and brings up that Johnny’s trial is today. Brady says that trials can last days so he doesn’t know when her turn will come. Rachel cries that she doesn’t want to send Johnny to jail. Brady hugs her and says he’s so sorry that she has to go through this. Rachel hopes that Belle finds out who really did it.

EJ arrives in court. Belle asks if he had any luck. EJ responds that he didn’t remember a damn thing. Belle says she’s so sorry. EJ explains that Marlena said he’s blocking something out that’s too traumatic to remember. Belle thinks being shot in his own home could be enough. EJ says he’s been shot before but this just feels different since so much time has passed and he still can’t remember. EJ admits that while he was under, he recalled asking someone to hand him the gun but he couldn’t make out who it was and that apparently suggests that simply being shot wasn’t the most traumatic part of what happened that night. EJ wonders what could be worse, so he asked Marlena if it was possible that the shooter really was Johnny but she urged him not to jump to conclusions and said it’s entirely possible to be another reason. Belle believes Marlena. EJ states that he just wants answers to help his son. Belle says he can’t just skip past experiencing something so traumatic and some things can’t be rushed, pointing out that he almost died. Belle asks where they left it. EJ responds that Marlena wants to try again so they scheduld another session and God willing, she helps him recall what really happened that night.

Marlena goes to the courthouse and hugs Johnny, asking how he’s holding up. Johnny guesses he’s doing as well as could be expected. Marlena encourages that they are there for him, they believe in him and love him so much. EJ comes out from the court room to tell Johnny that it’s time, so he heads inside. The judge orders the jury to be called in, so Marlena and Abe enter but Marlena staggers and then passes out in Abe’s arms.

Brady brings Rachel home and tells her to get her bag so they can get her to camp. Rachel wants Marlena to read to her first but Brady says that’s not going to happen because Marlena is at Johnny’s trial. Brady suggests changing plans and going to see a movie instead. Rachel asks what about camp. Brady decides she can skip a day to hang out with her dad which Rachel excitedly agrees to. Brady sends her to go put her bag away in her room. Brady then gets a call from Belle, who informs him that Marlena just collapsed in court.

Gwen packs the rest of her bags at the Salem Inn and says that should be everything. Gwen then looks at the safe in her room and thinks back to placing the necklace in there. Gwen then opens the safe and discovers it’s now empty.

Belle tries to wake Marlena up as EJ, Johnny, and Abe look on.

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Xander plays with Victoria in his office until Sarah arrives, watching from the doorway with a smile.

Arianna is home and comments on how much she missed Tesoro while she was gone. Gabi says not as much as she missed her as they hug. Gabi says she has no idea how relieved she is to have her home safe, though she still thinks the hospital should’ve kept her overnight. Arianna assures that she’s fine, but also angry not just at Doug III but at herself. Arianna remarks that she never should’ve got involved with that loser or lied to Gabi about it. Arianna tells Gabi to go ahead and say she told her so. Gabi says all she wants to say to her is that she loves her as they hug.

Holly goes to the Brady Pub where Doug III rushes up to hug her. He says he wanted to come see her as soon as he heard she was rescued, but he wasn’t sure she’d want to see him. Holly asks if he means because her kidnapping was his fault.

Tate asks Sophia where the baby is. Sophia responds that she’s gone. Tate asks what she means and if she didn’t make it. Sophia clarifies that the baby is alive and she shouldn’t have said it like that. Brady comes in and asks how Sophia is feeling. Sophia says she’s good overall. Brady asks if the baby is with her parents right now. Sophia responds that she was just about to explain to Tate that the adoptive parents were with her when she gave birth and they wanted to take her home right away, so she let them, leaving Brady and Tate shocked.

Sarah tells Xander that she knows she didn’t tell him she was coming and she’s not there to take Victoria from him, she just really needed to see her. Xander understands and says she doesn’t need to explain as he hands Victoria to her.

Arianna puts Tesoro to sleep. Gabi then asks what she wants for dinner and offers to make whatever she wants. Arianna asks if they can eat later because there’s something she needs to do first. Gabi guesses she wants to give Doug Williams a piece of her mind. Arianna asks how she knew. Gabi responds that they are a lot more alike than she thinks. Arianna asks if it’s okay that she sees him. Gabi says absolutely, but she’s coming with her because she has a few things to say to him too.

Holly argues that Doug III should’ve told them that the loan sharks were after him again because if they knew they were following them, they could’ve had their guard up. Doug III agrees that he was stupid and thought maybe he could push them away. Holly says it was too little, too late and adds that they don’t appreciate that Doug III tried keeping she and Arianna a secret from each other. Holly asks Doug III to tell the truth for once. Doug III informs Holly that he really likes Arianna but admits that he was only with her because he couldn’t be with Holly.

Tate gets furious as he questions Sophia giving their baby away without telling him, complaining that he didn’t even get to meet the lawyer or the parents. Brady asks Sophia what happened so they can better understand. Sophia claims she went in to labor while meeting the parents and they all just thought it was a sign of how it was meant to be. Sophia says she didn’t even get to hold the baby and she couldn’t. Tate cries that he didn’t even get that chance because she took that from him. Sophia says she’s sorry and didn’t know it meant that much to him. Brady points out that nothing is set in stone as there is paperwork for Tate to sign. Sophia says she brought it with her and her lawyer said it’s all standard. Sophia asks if he wants to look it over but Tate refuses, declaring he’s not signing anything.

Xander and Sarah put Victoria down for a nap. Sarah is glad she got to see her at least. Xander admits that Victoria misses her. Sarah says she is her mother. Xander argues that she didn’t seem to care when she missed him. Sarah doesn’t want to argue. Xander complains that he felt like a stranger to Victoria and they were just getting back to normal. Sarah is sure they will face the same adjustment when it’s her turn again which they need to talk about. Xander agrees, but notes that before he got this time with Victoria, he was ready to go to war with her but now he realizes they aren’t just hurting each other, but hurting their daughter and he doesn’t want that for her. Xander suggests they stop all the fighting and fix the custody situation.

Arianna tells Gabi that she cannot go with her. Gabi argues that she’s not going by herself when Doug III nearly got her killed. Arianna pleads with her that she needs to do this alone and asks her to trust her, promising to give Doug III hell for the both of them. Gabi reluctantly agrees but reminds her that she has eyes and ears at the Brady Pub. Gabi asks Arianna to promise to be safe and adds that after tonight, she doesn’t want her going near Doug III again. Arianna assures that she doesn’t plan on it.

Doug III guesses he was delusional to think Holly might have feelings for him too. Holly admits he wasn’t and that when she and Tate broke up, she thought something might happen between them. Doug III admits he wanted to make a move then, but she didn’t seem ready so he didn’t want to screw things up. Holly remarks that instead he screwed Arianna and kept her in the dark. Doug III says he should’ve been more upfront and repeats that he’s really sorry. Holly tells him that it’s Arianna who deserves an apology. Doug III responds that he’s going to talk to her before he leaves town. Holly questions him leaving town.

Sophia argues that Tate has to sign the papers as it’s what they agreed to do. Brady thinks Tate needs a moment to process everything, adding that they both have legitimate concerns about how things went down. Brady says she was supposed to bring the baby back with her. Sophia says she’s sorry she wasn’t clearer on the phone. Tate argues that they were doing all of this together and questions her going without him. Sophia argues that he was at the lake with Holly. Tate points out that he told her he would only be gone a day and questions that she couldn’t wait until he got back. Sophia says she couldn’t because they were running out of time and she tried to call him, but he didn’t pick up the phone. Tate argues that she knew he wanted to be there but he couldn’t because he was saving Holly’s life. Tate informs her that Holly and Arianna were kidnapped which Sophia questions. Tate calls it a long story and says it’s over now and they are home safe. Sophia says she’s sorry that happened, but all she knew was that he wasn’t answering the phone and she had to give birth in a strange city surrounded by people she didn’t know. Brady says she’s obviously had a very hard day and they can’t imagine how painful and frustrating it’s been. Brady thinks she deserves a bit of empathy and understanding right now. Tate agrees and apologizes, saying he can’t imagine what she just went through. Brady adds that he’s sorry her parents weren’t there but notes they are there for her too. Sophia says she appreciates that. Tate goes over Sophia being wiped out from giving birth, her parents not being there, and he wasn’t picking up the phone so she made a snap decision. Tate brings up that nothing is set in stone so it’s not too late for him to meet his daughter. Tate asks her for the address of the adoptive parents so he can go there, meet the baby, and make sure everything feels good to him before he signs anything.

Sarah tells Xander that she’s totally open to working out a custody agreement with him, but last time they tried, it didn’t go so well. Xander says that was because she tried to entrap him. Sarah says she’s not rehashing that again. Sarah says they need to talk about his anger. Xander questions this again. Sarah says she knows he would never lay a hand on Victoria, but the idea of leaving her alone with a man that could pop off any moment in a blind rage and not acknowledge what he has done, scares the hell out of her. Sarah declares that as far as she’s concerned, that’s the only thing standing in the way of making an agreement with him. Xander swears to her that he will never lay a hand on Philip. Sarah asks about anyone else since before Philip there was Brady and Eric. Sarah questions how she’s supposed to believe that he won’t be violent again. Xander doesn’t know what she wants him to do and says at the end of the day, she’s just going to have to trust him but obviously she’s incapable of doing that. Xander states that they are at a stand still. Sarah says maybe not as she has an idea, but she doesn’t think he will like it.

Gabi goes to the DiMera Mansion where Tony tells her that he heard about Arianna’s kidnapping and he’s so relieved she is okay. Gabi thanks him and says she is her whole world. Tony says family is everything and he appreciates that she came by to see him. Gabi says she was intrigued by his message, saying he had a business proposition for her. Tony informs her that his associate Rita has been keeping him up on Titan-DiMera and identified Gabi as a disgruntled employee. Gabi laughs and says she knew Rita was up to something. Gabi admits she’s very disgruntled and asks for his pitch. Tony responds that he wants to take back his family’s company and in order to do that, he needs information. Tony asks if Gabi could help him dig up dirt on Xander and Philip. Gabi responds that she’s sorry but she can’t do that.

Sophia tells Tate that he can’t see the baby because she needs to bond with the adoptive parents and she promised they wouldn’t interfere. Tate argues that she had no right to promise that and they agreed to an open adoption. Sophia says they did agree to send pictures and it’s all in the contract. Brady reminds Tate that he hasn’t signed anything yet. Sophia worries that they could still back out. Sophia then shows Tate a photo of parents with a baby, claiming that they sent it right when they got home. Sophia says they’ve had so many things go wrong and asks if he really wants to screw it up now.

Doug III tells Holly that it’s better if he skips town so he doesn’t put anyone else in danger and once he’s gone, he doubts the loan sharks will come after them again especially now that they know Arianna’s uncle is in the FBI. Holly sees his point and hopes that he’s right. Doug III says he’s sure that he is. Holly asks if he will tell Julie that he’s leaving town. Doug III says no but that Holly can tell her as he’s sure Julie will be relieved since he betrayed her and broke her heart. Holly thinks Julie will still want closure. Doug III asks if she means giving him hell one more time. Doug III decides that he deserves to let everyone get their licks in one last time. Arianna arrives and asks if that includes her. Arianna guesses Holly had the same idea and asks if she told him that they figured out he was pining after Holly the whole time he was sleeping with her. Doug III confirms that she did and tells Arianna how sorry he is for hurting her and putting her in danger. Arianna responds by slapping Doug III across the face. Doug III admits he deserved that. Holly decides she will leave them to talk as she’s sure Arianna has more to say. Holly says goodbye to Doug III and wishes him the best of luck where ever he ends up. Doug III wishes her the same and says he hopes things work out for her and Tate. Holly doesn’t think he really means that but thanks him anyways as she exits the Pub. Arianna notes that sounding final and asks if he’s leaving Salem. Doug III confirms that he is. Arianna guesses she caught him just in time, because she can’t let him leave without telling her how she really feels.

Tate says he doesn’t want to screw up the adoption. Sophia swears that the baby is in a wonderful home. Brady asks Sophia to tell them about the parents to put their minds at ease. Sophia claims they are both doctors and Christian like her mom wanted, they are very active in the church and volunteer a lot to give back to the community. Brady notes they sound like good people. Sophia says they definitely are. Sophia realizes it didn’t happen exactly how they expected, but she feels the end result is even better than they could’ve hoped because now she and Tate can move on with their lives. Sophia tells Tate that all he has to do is sign the papers. Tate reluctantly agrees, saying that Sophia found a good home for their baby and that’s all that matters. Tate then officially signs the adoption papers.

Xander asks Sarah what her idea is. Sarah informs him that she wants him to do anger management counseling. Xander guesses she’s teaming up with Philip to try and make him look weak and says that’s not happening. Sarah asks what if he saw Marlena, noting that it would be private and confidential. Xander asks if she’s saying that if he did therapy with Marlena, she would agree to a joint custody arrangement. Sarah responds that if he follows through with it and puts in an honest effort, then yes.

Tony questions Gabi not being interested and asks if she doesn’t want to own the rights to Gabi Chic. Gabi says she’s more than interested in that. Tony says that’s what he’s offering her and if they succeed, she’ll own the rights to her company. Gabi argues that it’s only if she agrees to play dirty. Tony argues that Xander and Philip aren’t above that. Tony says he’s heard they are making Gabi’s life Hell and feels she surely can’t be interesting in making them win. Gabi tells Tony if he approached her a few days ago, she would’ve jumped at the chance to stick it to Xander and Philip, but when Arianna went missing, Xander was very kind to her and compassionate, so she wouldn’t feel right turning around and stabbing him in the back. Tony says he’s surprised because Gabi’s never been loyal to anyone but herself. Tony adds that he’s always admired her survival instincts. Gabi says when Tony texted her about a business proposal, she thought he had something more interesting and asks why he doesn’t just get Rita to do his dirty work. Tony explains that Rita doesn’t work for Titan-DiMera as she now works for EJ at the hospital. Gabi suggests he find someone else to be his mole. Tony asks if she would come on board if he sweetens the pot. Gabi questions in what way as they sit down. Tony asks Gabi how she would like to become the next CEO of DiMera Enterprises.

Sophia thanks Tate for being so understanding as she knows it’s all really stressful. Sophia states that she’s made peace with her decision and thinks they can all agree that this is what’s best for the baby. Sophia decides she should get going. Brady offers to drive her but Sophia says her mom is waiting outside. Brady is glad she’s taking care of her. Sophia assures that she’s fine and that it was an easy labor that went by really fast. Brady is glad they are okay. Tate asks Sophia to text him the photo of the baby and any other photos that the parents may send. Sophia agrees to do so and tells Tate that she’s really sorry about all of this. Sophia hopes he doesn’t hate her. Tate says that he doesn’t hate her. Sophia tells him that she’ll see him around as she exits.

Arianna tells Doug III that she knows they kind of jumped in to bed together sort of fast, but she really did care about him. Doug III responds that he cares about her too. Arianna says she did in the past but argues that Doug III never cared about her and was only using her, but then he almost got her killed. Doug III wishes he could make it up to her. Arianna tells him that he can start by never contacting her again, losing her number and her socials. Arianna wishes she could forget ever meeting him and calls him that forgettable as she walks out of the Pub.

Brady asks Tate if he’s alright. Tate says he just thought he’d to get to meet his baby and hold her at least once. Tate feels like something was taken from him. Brady asks if he’s having second thoughts about the adoption. Tate assures that he’s not and that he’s just sad. Brady asks Tate if he needs anything from him. Tate thinks he just needs space. Brady says he’s got it and he’s here if he needs him. Tate reminds Brady that Theresa has no idea that her granddaughter was just born and he doesn’t want to rehash it. Brady agrees to tell her and the other family members as well. Brady hugs Tate as he cries and encourages that it’s alright. Brady then heads to his room. Tate sits down on the couch and gets a call from Holly. Holly tells Tate that she can’t thank him enough for saving her life. Tate is just glad she’s not hurt and that she’s home safe. Holly calls it kind of hot how he kicked the door in and invites him to come over tonight. Tate says maybe another time. Holly asks if something’s wrong.

Gabi questions why Tony would offer her the CEO job and if he doesn’t want it himself. Tony says not really as he likes his life the way it is, traveling the world with Anna. Gabi thinks he’d try to bring another DiMera back from the dead before looking outside the family. Tony brings up Gabi’s marriage to Stefan and says once a DiMera, always a DiMera. Tony talks about the family being more about being loyal than blood. Gabi brings up that he said she’s only been loyal to herself. Tony says as CEO, their interests would be the same. Gabi asks how she knows that he’s not setting her up. Tony asks why he would do that. Gabi brings up working with Anna to oust him from the CEO position. Tony laughs that off as so long ago and says they did him a favor, freeing him from that position and that all has been forgiven. Gabi admits his offer is very tempting. Tony says he knew she would come on board, but adds that he would like to retain some input like a friendly advisor, working strictly behind the curtains. Gabi supposes she could work with that. Tony asks if they have a deal then and if she’s interested in joining forces with him to bring down the Kiriakis Brothers.

Xander tells Sarah that he will look in to scheduling an appointment with Marlena. Sarah says that’s great. Xander adds that he will need something from Sarah as well. Xander states that as things stand, any agreement they make would be informal and the trust in their marriage is broken, so he believes they do need a formal agreement and the only way they can have that is for them to legally separate.

Tate tells Holly that he wasn’t going to get in to it right now. Holly asks if it’s about Sophia and the baby. Tate confirms that he found out Sophia went in to labor when Holly was at the police station. Holly asks if something went wrong. Tate says that Sophia and the baby are fine, but he found out that she gave birth in Chicago and immediately handed the baby over to the adoptive parents. Tate cries that he didn’t even get to hold her. Holly congratulates him but says she’s so sorry that he missed the birth and asks if there’s anything she can do. Tate thinks he just needs a little time to let it process. Holly says if he wants to talk, he can just let her know. Tate thanks her and says he will see her soon as they hang up.

Sophia goes to the town square and calls Melinda, telling her that she stuck to their story. Sophia adds that Tate was very upset as she expected but he eventually did sign the adoption papers. Sophia notes that Tate wasn’t suspicious but he would totally hate her if he ever found out the truth that she abandoned their baby.

Arianna takes care of Tesoro at home and admits that as much as she loved telling off Doug III, she really did like him and part of her is really going to miss him.

Doug III walks through the town square with his bags.

Gabi tells Tony that she’s not agreeing to anything until she has all of it in writing. Tony agrees to have a contract drawn up right away. Gabi says she will read it thoroughly and then he has a deal. Gabi declares that she will help dig up dirt on Xander and Phillip, and in return, she will become DiMera CEO.

Sarah questions Xander wanting to legally separate. Xander explains that they can’t get a court enforced document unless they do and the way things are now, a separation seems inevitable anyway. Sarah hesitates but admits he’s right that there’s no use putting it off any longer. Xander says he will get Melinda to draw up the arrangement which will include the terms for joint custody. Sarah says she will have Justin look at it when he sends it over. Xander points out that they finally agreed to something which he didn’t think was still possible. Sarah admits she didn’t either but they are doing the right thing for Victoria.

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Alex joins Stephanie at home as she stresses over working on her pitch to EJ on the hospital. Stephanie talks about wanting to help Kayla as she could use all the help she could get. Alex tells Stephanie that he always her her back no matter what. Stephanie assures that she’s very grateful for him as they kiss. Alex hopes she has enough time in her busy schedule. Stephanie says she always has time for him. Alex says that’s good because they have a book launch to do that he wants to be epic.

Kayla is in her office, talking on the phone to Bo. Kayla hangs up as EJ enters. EJ argues that Bo wasn’t a patient at their hospital. Kayla argues that the drug that saved his life was developed here and she thought he’d want to know how it’s doing, remarking that the drug is the only reason EJ got his greedy hands on the hospital in the first place. EJ questions her talking to her superior like that. Kayla complains that he’s not her superior as she is chief of staff and answers to the board. EJ states that as sole owner of the hospital, she serves at his pleasure. Kayla says she is very busy and asks if there’s something else he needs. EJ responds that he needs his own office since he’s the boss. Kayla says they are short on office space so EJ says this one will do just nicely.

Sarah brings Javi coffee at the hospital and guesses his adrenaline must still be pumping. Javi says he’s just relieved they got to Holly and Arianna in time. Javi wonders how they are supposed to bounce back from this without PTSD. Sarah encourages that they have amazing support systems but says it’s crazy to think about all the dangers out there as their kids are growing up.

In Chicago, Sophia worries to Melinda about lying about something this big. Melinda says they had no choice but to keep the birth of her baby a secret and reminds her that she will be here for her through all of it. Melinda encourages that Sophia did the hardest part in giving birth, so if she could do that, she can do anything. Tate calls Sophia again. Sophia complains that Tate sure is trying to get a hold of her now when he couldn’t be bothered to pick up before. Melinda points out that it’s a good thing he didn’t pick up before, otherwise he’d be on his way to Chicago now.

Tate rushes home to tell Brady that they need to go now because Sophia is in labor which Brady questions. Tate explains that Sophia left him a voicemail hours ago that he just checked because he was so worried about Holly after she and Arianna were kidnapped which Brady is shocked to learn. Tate says it was really scary but they are safe now and he really hopes Sophia and the baby are too.

Javi talks to Sarah about how things can get tough even before kids grow up. Sarah relates, telling Javi that her daughter was kidnapped when she was only a few months old. Javi says he’s so sorry. Sarah explains that she was returned to them unharmed and was too young to be traumatized. Sarah asks about Javi’s little one. Javi clarifies that he’s not his as he’s just fostering him. Javi points out that Rafe is the actual foster parent while Sarah notes that Rafe isn’t the one she sees taking care of him all the time with a big smile. Javi mentions how they named him Tesoro and admits he’s dreading having to give him up to a new family as he and Leo have grown really attached to him. Sarah says she understands that too, calling it a very long story but she bonded with a child that she had to give up and it is brutal as it leaves a hole in your heart that you can never fill. Javi apologizes for dragging all of this up. Sarah explains that her daughter is with her father right now and she’s just missing her so much.

Leo is at home on the phone with Chad, complaining that he still can’t believe he’s on jury duty instead of covering the trial for the Spectator. Leo talks about the idea of writing a book about it. Leo acknowledges that they are talking about Chad’s nephew and brother and they probably shouldn’t be talking at all as he hangs up. Leo asks Tesoro if EJ’s own son tried to off him. Leo adds that if Johnny did do it, he hopes he doesn’t have to convict him because then EJ will want to put a bullet in him.

Kayla tells EJ that they are running short on office space but it wouldn’t be any trouble to spruce up a utility closet and suggests one next to the morgue. EJ mocks her wit and sarcasm. Kayla warns EJ that he might own the hospital, but she runs it. EJ remarks that she used to run it and ran it in to the ground.

Brady tells Tate that he will call Sarah but Tate reveals that Sophia is in Chicago and he has to get to her. Tate says if he leaves now, he can be there by 5 but Brady stops him and says he can’t let him do that.

Kayla questions EJ talking to her like that. EJ says it’s just facts with the hospital in debt. Kayla aruges that Seth Burns was in charge of the budget, not her. EJ calls it water under the bridge and says it’s now his responsibility to keep the hospital from going bankrupt. Kayla questions EJ thinking his budget cuts are fixing things when all it’s doing is lowering the staff morale and patient care. EJ says he’s implementing the changes to keep the hospital afloat and Kayla has to comply. EJ warns her to trim the fat and figure it out. Kayla responds that she will not be his figurehead or puppet. Kayla warns EJ to let her run the hospital as she sees fit or she is officially resigning.

Sophia worries to Melinda that Tate will never see his baby and will be heartbroken and suspicious. Melinda encourages that if they just stick to the plan, Tate will never know that the baby she took to the fire station was his son. Sophia questions if she’s sure, pointing out that she knew right away when she ran in to Leo and Javi. Sophia worries about when he grows up and people figuring it out after seeing he’s half-Asian. Melinda tells her that they won’t and she knows how to make sure of it.

Alex talks to Stephanie about setting her up for interivews and podcasts to promote her book. Stephanie reminds him about no one finding out that she wrote it. Alex encourages that all interviews will be over the phone and they will use audio tricks to keep her privacy. Alex assures that he’s taken every precaution to make sure that no one finds out she is Anastasia Sands.

Brady says Tate is way too wired to drive to Chicago, so he will take him. Brady asks where Sophia was admitted but Tate says she didn’t say and she’s not picking up her phone. Brady worries that they won’t get there in time but Tate declares that his baby is about to be born, so he has to try.

Sophia asks Melinda if she’s sure this will work. Melinda says it’s the best shot they have and that she will take care of the paperwork so that everything looks legit. Sophia agrees to do it and repeats that she can’t thank her enough. Melinda tells her to just go out in to the world and live her life to the fullest, knowing that her baby will be placed in a very loving home. Melinda asks if she’s ready to head back home to face Tate and her mom. Sophia says she’s as ready as she will ever be.

Javi goes home where Leo tells him about putting Tesoro to sleep and asks about Arianna. Javi says she’s fine and still being monitored, Leo asks what happens to Doug III. Javi says that he left after questioning. Javi asks Leo to be honest with him as he says he knows that Leo was helping Doug III scrape together money to pay off the loan shark, then asks if he had any idea he would go after Holly and Arianna.

EJ tells Kayla that he doesn’t take too kindly to threats. Kayla says it’s not a threat and that she could just retire early and enjoy her life without all the stress, but she doesn’t because shes cares about the hospital, patients, and staff. EJ points out that she hasn’t turned down her salary. Kayla says she doesn’t do this for the money and she won’t continue if she has to answer to someone she disrespects and despises. Kayla tells EJ that it’s his choice to either accept her resignation or back the hell off. EJ tells Kayla that he will use her office for his meeting and it won’t take long, so Kayla storms out.

Alex tells Stephanie that they gave some advance copies to authors to get some blurbs out to the press which surprises her. Alex says that Stephanie’s book is the perfect one to relaunch Titan’s publishing division. Alex adds that it does need her approval for an exceprt from the book to be used for press junkets which is the main character’s monologue about their forbidden romance. Stephanie says he can’t use that passage and she’s going to tell Kate to take it out of the manuscript altogether. Alex questions what she is getting worked up about. Stephanie says nothing and she just wants that excerpt removed. Alex agrees and says nothing will be done without her approval. Alex then asks why that was so upsetting and if there’s something she’s not telling him. Stephanie says it’s all just happening so quickly and a few months ago, she didn’t think anyone would see her book but now there’s blurbs and press tours. Alex knows it’s overwhelming but encourages that it’s all happening because of her amazing talent and imagination. Stephanie realizes she has to go before she’s late. Alex wishes her luck with EJ and says maybe by the time she gets back, they’ll be celebrating both of her careers.

Sarah calls Xander and argues that he can’t keep Victoria from him and that she was justified when she did it to him. Sarah angrily says screw you and hangs up as Kayla approaches. Kayla asks her what’s wrong. Sarah says it’s everything as Kayla hugs her.

Brady tells Tate that they will get on the road, start driving, and call as many hospitals in Chicago to see if they can find Sophia. Tate then gets a call from Sophia.

Sarah apologizes to Kayla for being unprofessional. Kayla understands she has every right to be furious at Xander. Sarah says it’s not like Victoria was kidnapped, it’s just a custody dispute. Kayla says she can feel how she feels, calling it so painful that Xander is keeping her from seeing her daughter which no parent should ever have to go through.

Stephanie goes to Kayla’s office to see her but is surprised to find EJ and questions what he’s doing in her office. EJ informs her that Kayla graciously lent him her office for their meeting. Stephanie doubts that. EJ guesses since Stephanie didn’t cancel, she has agreed to take on University Hospital as a client. Stephanie responds that she has but under certain conditions and she will not lift a finger to help him unless he agrees to all of her terms.

Sarah thanks Kayla and says it means a lot to have her on her side. Kayla assures that she always will be. Kayla offers to call her brother in law to send an ISA agent to Xander’s house and getting him to see reason. Sarah hopes she can get Xander to back off. Kayla says the way Xander has behaved recently almost makes her regret voting for him to take over the hospital. Kayla talks about the changes EJ wants to make and says as impossible as Xander has been, she thinks he might be the lesser of two evils.

Tate answers Sophia’s call and asks if she’s okay. Sophia says she’s fine. Tate says he’s been so worried about her and the baby. Tate asks what hospital she’s at as he and Brady will be on their way to Chicago. Sophia responds that she’s actually on her way home. Tate asks if it was another false labor. Sophia says no. Tate asks what’s going on and what’s wrong. Sophia informs him that she had the baby already and claims that it’s a girl.

Leo promises Javi that he had no idea Doug III and Arianna knew each other, let alone that they were involved and that he would’ve told him if he knew. Javi says he believes him but he doesn’t understand why he would help some stranger out of a jam. Leo explains that maybe if someone helped him at his age, he would’ve turned his life around sooner. Leo says he sees himself in Doug III and that he needs someone to believe in him like John and Marlena believed in him. Javi says he believes in him too. Leo asks if he does, bringing up how Javi recently found out what he did to Gwen and Dimitri. Leo swears that he’s not that person anymore. Javi says he knows that and he doesn’t have to keep persuading him on it. Leo tells Javi that he has changed him for the better and that they are an open book with each other.

Kayla apologizes to Sarah for saying that. Sarah understands that EJ has been making her life miserable for weeks now. Kayla says EJ doesn’t seem to be backing down and was just trying to take over her office. Kayla adds that EJ already scolded her for not making enough cuts in her budget. Sarah is unsure if Xander would be a better boss, saying his temper has been uncontrollable lately and almost violent. Kayla asks if she’s worried for Victoria’s safety. Sarah says she knows that Xander would never hurt Victoria, but she is worried for anyone else who gets caught in his crosshairs. Sarah tells Kayla that she feels stupid for having a baby with a man who is a ticking time bomb. Kayla says she knows she feels that way now, but reminds her that the decisions she made led to Victoria and she knows despite any regrets, she would never take that back.

Tate tells Sophia that he will see her soon and hangs up. Tate tells Brady that it’s a girl. Brady can’t believe he has a granddaughter. Tate points out that she isn’t going to be theirs for very long. Brady asks how he’s feeling. Tate admits he doesn’t know but he can’t wait to meet her.

EJ asks Stephanie what her conditions are. Stephanie says first, she will not do anything to undermine her mother. EJ says he would never ask her to smear Kayla or believe she would. Stephanie adds that she won’t do anything unethical, no lying, cheating, or stealing on behalf of EJ or the hospital. EJ says she will have no pushback on that and her terms are more than acceptable. EJ asks if they have a deal. Stephanie agrees and they shake hands as Kayla returns and asks what the hell is going on here.

Leo asks Javi if he’s sure he doesn’t mind watching Tesoro until he gets back. Javi assures that he watches him all the time and loves it. Leo worries about Tesoro’s needs then realizes he’s hovering which Javi calls sweet. Leo says he’ll be right back and exits.

Alex calls Kate and tells her about Stephanie not wanting to use the excerpt from the book and he doesn’t know why. Alex says it was difficult enough getting Stephanie on board but it’s her book so they have to make sure she still feels in control of it. Alex tells Kate that they will touch base at the office tomorrow and hangs up as there’s a knock at the door. Alex opens the door and finds a box addressed to Stephanie. He picks it up and says that was weird.

EJ informs Kayla that he and Stephanie were just finalizing the terms of their agreement. Kayla argues that she wasn’t aware this was the meeting he needed her office for. EJ remarks that he didn’t know the head of PR needed her mother’s permission. Kayla questions Stephanie not telling her that she ignored all her advice and accepted this job with EJ. Stephanie responds that now Kayla knows. Kayla asks for a moment alone with EJ. Stephanie decides she should go check on things with Alex anyways. Stephanie says she’ll call Kayla tonight as EJ says he’s very much looking forward to working with her as she exits. EJ questions what Kayla’s complaint is now. Kayla says it’s an order as she will not let him corrupt her daughter. EJ tells her that he’s hired her because of her expertise as a publicist. Kayla argues that nothing can make EJ seem noble or altruistic. EJ suggests not underestimating Stephanie or him. EJ then exits the office, leaving Kayla frustrated.

Tate tells Brady that if he needed more proof that he wasn’t ready to be a parent, he can look at how he acted the last few days. Tate calls it crazy to go out to the lake when Sophia was so close to her due date and asks what he was thinking. Brady tells him not to think that way and encourages that if he didn’t go to the lake, he wouldn’t have been able to help Holly and Arianna. Tate questions why Sophia didn’t wait for him to meet with this couple about adopting. Brady thinks she just wanted the whole thing over. Brady encourages that they have their whole lives ahead of them and the sooner the adoption goes through, the sooner they can move on. Tate doesn’t think he’ll ever move on and he will always wonder about his daughter having a good life. Tate wonders if the couple was there when Sophia gave birth and saw the baby before he did. Brady points out that once they adopt the baby, they are her parents. Tate complains that he hates it so much as he’s happy, sad, and scared. Brady tells him that he’s allowed to feel all of it and he knows it can’t be easy. Brady wishes he could take it away but promises to be with him every step of the way. Tate tells Brady that he loves him as he hugs him while holding back tears.

Leo runs in to EJ in the town square. Leo says he was just leaving but EJ stops him and says they need to have a little chat. Leo argues that they aren’t supposed to be chatting at all and asks what he wants. EJ says the question is what he wants. Leo says he just wants to get diapers home to his foster son. EJ says everyone knows that Leo craves self preservation. Leo says that’s who he used to be. EJ argues that a leopard never changes his spots. EJ claims he’s just catching up with an old friend. Leo says they aren’t friends and tells EJ to find someone else to be his stooge because he’s not for sale anymore as Leo then walks away.

Stephanie goes home and informs Alex that she’s now officially working for EJ DiMera, so now she just has to hope that Kayla doesn’t disown her after seeing her and EJ together. Stephanie asks about the box that came in the mail. Alex says it came while she was out with no card or return address and asks if she has a secret admirer that she’s not telling him about.

Kayla goes back to Sarah and tells her that EJ is hiring her daughter to do PR for the hospital and that was the meeting he needed her office for. Kayla says she just worries about Stephanie and all her kids. Sarah brings up her ranting about Xander earlier and doesn’t want Kayla to think she regrets having Victoria. Kayla assures that she knows Victoria is her world. Sarah says what Xander is doing is so incredibly painful and she wishes he could see that. Kayla asks if Xander has ever seen a psychiatrist. Sarah talks about Xander not being the type to open up about his feelings, especially to a stranger. Kayla says she’s not talking about marriage counseling but she thinks if they are going to co-parent, Xander needs to get his anger in check and she knows that Marlena offers intense anger management classes. Sarah asks if she thinks that would work. Kayla responds that if anyone could do it, it’s Marlena.

Leo returns home which Javi notes was quick as Leo watches out the window, saying he’s making sure no one followed him. Leo informs Javi that he ran in to EJ, who tried to bribe him in to acquitting his son but he said no. Javi hugs Leo and says he’s proud of him for standing up to EJ.

Sophia shows up at Tate’s door. Tate questions how she’s back so soon and where the baby is. Sophia responds that she’s gone.

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Javi is at home on the phone with Leo, who sits in the town square. Leo complains about having to be on jury duty for Johnny’s trial because it’s the scandal of the year and he doesn’t get to cover it for the Spectator. Javi encourages that he gets to be front row and can write a book about it one day. Javi tells Leo that Tesoro is eagerly waiting for him. Leo says he will finish up and hangs up. Gwen then walks by in the town square. Leo greets her and comments on her stolen necklace. Gwen says she was heading to the Spectator office to visit her old stomping grounds. Leo asks if she’s feeling nostalgic. Gwen says now that he’s here, he can fill her in on what’s going on at the Spectator. Leo informs her that things are looking up. Gwen laughs at Leo being their star journalist. Leo calls it unkind of Gwen to come back to Salem to flaunt the necklace in Julie’s face. Gwen argues that it’s her necklace now and says that wasn’t her only reason for coming back to Salem. Gwen calls the necklace just the appetizer, so Leo says he dreads knowing what the main course is. Gwen questions Leo not wanting to know. Leo then says if it’s illegal, he does want to know so he can cover it and expose her. Gwen informs him that she has a full course plan but she only intends on telling her close and most trustworthy friends, not the lying wanker who blew up her marriage.

Johnny goes to Titan-DiMera and tells Philip that he’s there to record his statement with Xander. Johnny thanks him for pushing it to today as he really wants to get it done before his trial starts tomorrow. Philip didn’t realize his trial was so soon and asks if he’s spoken to HR about it. Johnny confirms that he let them know that he might miss a couple of weeks. Johnny swears to Philip that he did not shoot EJ, but if Philip feels the need to fire him for PR reasons, he will understand.

Xander asks if Gabi wants to go home but Gabi says she’s not sure anyone is home and she’d rather not be alone. Xander says he understands and asks what she’s thinking. Gabi talks about how excited she was when Arianna first told her that she was coming to Salem as she was so happy and missed her so much, but now she wishes she told her not to come. Gabi argues that Arianna was thriving in Arizona with Will and Sonny, but ever since being here, it’s been misery and chaos as she’s been acting out and defiant, so she feels like it’s all her fault. Gabi declares that she’s a terrible mother.

Arianna complains that there has to be another way out while Holly tries picking the lock to the door. Arianna then looks between some boxes and declares that she may have found their way out.

Tate goes to the alley way where Holly and Arianna were kidnapped and Holly dropped her class ring but someone comes out with a gun.

Javi watches over Tesoro at home, talking about how he had no idea how hard it would be to even think about saying goodbye to him. Javi hopes it won’t be anytime soon. Javi declares that no matter what happens, he will always be in his heart.

Leo tells Gwen that he’d rather not know what her plans are, illegal or not, but if it does involve breaking the law, he will likely uncover and expose them. Gwen mocks him leading the Spectator while Leo argues that ad revenue and subscriptions are up. Leo adds that they will go even higher when he posts a tidbit on Gwen. Gwen questions what that is. Leo says she’ll read about it soon enough. Gwen demands to know what he has. Leo then reveals that he saw Gwen going in to the Salem Inn with Xander the other night, so the burning questions is if she’s really running head first in to that buzz saw again.

Xander tells Gabi that from what he’s seen, she’s a great mother. Gabi thanks him for saying that even if he doesn’t believe it. Xander assures that he does. Xander knows that they have had their differences in the past, but he can see how much she loves her daughter. Xander relates to how frustrating it is to not be able to protect your own child. Xander talks about how scary it was when Victoria was kidnapped, but points out that they got their happy ending and she came home, so he wishes her the same with Arianna.

Philip tells Johnny that no one will be asking him to leave work as he believes he is innocent and that he will beat the charges. Johnny appreciates his faith in him. Philip says he’ll let HR know they spoke. Johnny says he will get his tripod and asks Philip to let Xander know that he’s almost ready to record his statement. Philip agrees to do so as Johnny walks away. Gabi then comes out from the office. Philip greets her but Gabi says she’s in a rush. Philip asks if something is wrong. Gabi confirms it’s something terrible as she hurries off.

Tate is startled by Rafe approaching with his gun. Rafe questions what he’s doing out here. Tate shows Rafe that he got Holly’s class ring which Felicity found outside of the gym nearby. Rafe says he just checked with the owners and found the only two unoccupied warehouses. Tate says he’ll check one while Rafe checks the other. Rafe worries that it’s too dangerous. Rafe tells Tate to stay there and wait for the police, then tell them where he went when they get there. Tate agrees to stay but when Rafe walks away, Tate heads in the opposite direction.

Arianna and Holly discover an air vent behind boxes. Arianna feels they just need to get the grate off and it could be their way out. Holly points out that they don’t know where it leads to. Arianna says she can see daylight so it must lead to the roof or the side of the building. Arianna knows it’s a longshot but says it beats sitting around rotting away and they have nothing to lose, so Holly gives in. Arianna tries the grate but it’s screwed in, so she goes in search of a tool.

Gwen asks Leo so what if she went to the Salem Inn with Xander. Leo reminds her that Xander is a married man. Gwen guesses he’s behind on his dirt. Leo says he’s well aware there’s trouble in paradise but Xander and Sarah always find their way back to each other. Gwen asks what if this time they don’t. Leo says if that’s because of her influence, she would be a fool to go down that road again. Gwen questions him caring. Leo reminds her that he was there before and saw how Xander used her and broke her heart, so he would take no pleasure in watching that happen again. Gwen admits she did hit rock bottom when Xander left her for Sarah. Gwen adds that she has hit rock bottom many different times for many different reasons, but what really broke her heart was Leo.

Philip joins Xander in the office and questions what he did to Gabi because she just ran out in tears. Xander questions him assuming that was his fault. Johnny then returns with his tripod and asks where they want him to setup or if it’s a bad time.

Gabi goes home where Javi asks if she’s okay because he thought she had a big meeting. Gabi responds that it was cancelled and Xander sent her home. Javi asks how come. Gabi then reveals that Arianna is missing as she’s been kidnapped. Javi is shocked and hugs her.

Arianna and Holly successfully get the grate off. Holly asks if she’s sure she wants to go in the vent. Arianna says no but she’s going to. Arianna crawls in to the vent, worrying about spiders and mice, but then fears that she has gotten stuck.

Gwen tells Leo how devastated she was by his betrayal. Leo says if she ever listened to his voicemails or read his messages, she would know it was the biggest regret of his life. Leo says he would crawl through glass and beg for forgiveness if he thought it would make a difference. Gwen says as much as she would love to see that, it wouldn’t make a difference because he put a knife in her back so deep that it can’t be removed. Leo states that when it comes to Dimitri, they both lost big but at least she got his fortune. Gwen comments that it looks like Leo recovered nicely with a sparkly new relationship. Leo states that Javi is a good man and totally gets him. Gwen calls them lucky. Leo decides he needs to get going because Javi needs him to take care of the baby. Leo exits as Gwen mutters about Leo going home to his happy little family.

Johnny apologizes for having to postpone yesterday. Philip says they understood he was dealing with a personal matter. Xander says maybe Johnny starting work here wasn’t good timing which he questions. Philip argues that he just told Johnny that his job is safe and that Xander is the one who hired him. Xander argues that at the time, Johnny was all in on undermining his father, but now thanks to Philip, EJ has the hospital and is on good terms with Johnny again so he’s no longer sure that having Johnny at Titan-DiMera is a good idea.

Gabi tells Javi that Rafe is out looking for Holly and Arianna now. Javi asks if he has any leads. Gabi says she hasn’t heard and she can’t reach him. Javi says he will see if he can find out anything and will call her right away if there’s any news. Gabi thanks Javi as they hug. Javi tells her to hang in there and think positive because they are going to find her little girl.

Tate plans to head to the next empty warehouse when he hears screaming.

Holly tries to encourage Arianna to relax as she panics in the vent. Tate arrives and kicks the door in as he rushes in to embrace Holly.

Johnny admits that he and EJ are on better terms but assures that he is loyal to them and the company. Xander remarks that loyalty can be fickle. Philip asks Johnny to give them a minute so he steps out. Philip tells Xander that he can’t be serious about firing Johnny just because he made nice with his father, arguing that it would be a PR nightmare they can’t afford right now. Philip adds that Johnny’s skillset is useful here. Xander questions what exactly his skillset is. Philip says that he has great ideas for the brand and a knack for telling stories, so he thinks they could use someone like him. Xander questions if he’s just there to whitewash Philip’s lies and betrayal. Johnny comes back over and says he doesn’t want to cause any problems, so if Xander wants him to resign, he will. Philip stops him and says he’s not resigning and that they should just get going on recording the video. Xander reluctantly agrees but Victoria wakes up crying. Philip remarks on Xander saying they don’t let personal matters interfere in the workplace. Xander dares Philip to say another word about his daughter.

Gabi sits at home with Tesoro and talks about when Arianna was that little. Gabi talks about not being there as a mother and says no matter how old Arianna gets, she’ll always be her little girl. Leo comes home and tells her that Javi just texted him about Arianna. Leo says he’s so sorry and can’t even begin to imagine what she’s going through. Gabi gets a call from Javi, who announces that he just heard on the radio that Rafe found Arianna and Holly. Gabi is relieved and asks if Arianna is okay. Javi says he doesn’t know the details but they are at some warehouse and he’s on his way to see her. Gabi thanks him and asks him to call as soon as he has eyes on her. Javi says he will and tells Gabi that he’s really happy for her. Gabi says she has no words as they hang up. Gabi tells Leo that her baby has been found, so she and Leo hug.

Rafe joins Tate with Holly. Rafe tells Holly it’s so good to see her and asks about Arianna. Holly explains that she got stuck in the vent. Rafe asks Tate to take Holly out and call the paramedics. Holly calls in to Arianna that she will see her when she’s safe. Arianna yells that something’s happening and screams as a crash is heard.

Tate gets Holly outside. Holly remains worried about Arianna. Tate hugs Holly and tells her that she’s safe now and it’s okay. Holly responds that she’s only safe because of him.

Rafe tries calling out to Arianna through the vent but she is now unconscious after the crash inside the vent.

Johnny films Xander and Philip saying that they are united in their efforts to stabilize and grow Titan-DiMera together. Johnny calls it very convincing. Xander argues that Philip didn’t stick to the script and was ad libbing. Philip argues that he was just trying to be natural. Victoria starts crying again so Philip questions why she’s not with a nanny. Xander says he’s spoken with HR about starting a daycare in the building. Philip suggests letting Victoria go home to her mother until then instead of trapping her in a portable crib that looks like a tiny prison. Philip tells Xander to get over himself and think about what Victoria really needs.

Leo says that Tesoro is going to go down for a nap while he’s going to call someone who may have been a very bad boy. Leo calls Doug III and says he just heard about Arianna and Holly’s kidnapping and questions if he and his friends had something to do with it. Leo can’t believe Doug III didn’t tell him that the other girl he was involved with was his boyfriend’s cousin. Leo worries about Gabi finding out that he knew Arianna could’ve been in danger.

Holly tells Tate that the paramedics checked him out and she’s okay, but she remains worried about Arianna. Tate encourages that she has Rafe and others to help her. Holly worries about when they are going to get her out.

Javi joins Rafe, who explains that he was barely able to get Arianna out after she tried to escape through the air vent that collapsed.

Holly tells Tate that he’s a hero and the reason they were rescued. Tate tells Holly that she is everything to him and he can’t ever lose her. They almost kiss but are interrupted by Gabi arriving, asking where Arianna is.

Javi gets a breathing mask on Arianna as she regains consciousness and asks what happened. Rafe informs her that she was in an air vent that collapsed. Gabi then rushes in, relieved to see Arianna.

Gwen returns to her room at the Salem Inn and removes her necklace, placing it inside a safe. Gwen declares that her two faced husband might be missing, but thanks to his fortune, she’s still present and accounted for and she’s just getting started. Gwen remarks that Salem really is in for a rip roaring good time.

Johnny tells Philip and Xander that he will edit their statement and send it back for review. Philip wishes him luck tomorrow as Johnny exits. Xander complains that it’s a nightmare just being in Philip’s presence. Philip tells him that he’s not quitting. Xander then suggests sending Philip to the Hong Kong office as it’s the furthest place he could think of. Philip thinks that would be perfect for Xander and he’s sure Sarah would agree. Philip then exits the office. Xander comments to Victoria that Philip is trying to get under his skin. Xander declares that if they can’t live with him or smother him with a pillow, they will just have to come up with a more creative solution.

Leo takes care of Tesoro at home and talks about thinking if he was ever a dad, he thought he would screw up his kid the way he was screwed up, but says Tesoro brings out the best in him and he’s starting to think he’s not so bad at parenting after all. Leo admits he does feel overprotective and he can’t even think about anything bad ever happening to Tesoro. Leo vows that he would protect Tesoro with his life.

Javi notes that Arianna’s oxygen levels have returned to normal but he wants to take her to the hospital as a precaution. Arianna cries to Gabi that she’s so sorry. Gabi says it’s not her fault and she loves her so much as they hug.

Rafe rejoins Tate and Holly outside to tell them that Arianna is going to be fine. Rafe adds that Shawn asked him to bring Holly to the police station to make a statement. Rafe guesses they will be in touch to hear from Tate as well. Holly thanks Tate for being her hero today and says she will call him as soon as she’s done. Holly then leaves with Rafe. Tate then sees he got a voicemail from Sophia and learns that Sophia said she was in labor.

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Xander reads Victoria a story at the Titan office. Xander talks about them both having a long night and states that Gabi’s right that they need to get to know each other again because they haven’t spent much time together lately. Xander promises that’s all about to change because things are going to be different from now on.

Rafe informs Gabi that Shawn is starting an investigation and he’s putting an APB out on Arianna and Holly. Rafe adds that Shawn is having the security footage from the town square pulled which might take about an hour. Rafe encourages Gabi to stay calm and not panic. Gabi questions how she can not panic when her daughter has only been in Salem for a few months and this is already the second time she’s gone missing. Rafe points out that she came back the first time so he’s sure she’ll come back this time too. Gabi wishes she could be sure.

Chad and Cat run in to each other outside.

Tate tries calling Sophia from the town square but she ignores the call. Tate leaves a voicemail that he just ran in to her mom, who told him that she’s in Chicago meeting a couple who might adopt the baby. Tate questions why she wouldn’t tell him this and asks her to call him back.

Sophia checks her phone and sees that Tate left a voicemail, then she puts the phone back down.

Cat tells Chad that she was just dropping Felicity off at gymnastics camp where she will be a counselor. Chad mentions that he also just dropped his daughter Charlotte off at camp. Felicity says she will help her which Chad says would be amazing. Felicity says she’ll see them later and walks away. Chad talks to Cat about it being Charlotte’s first time at camp. Chad says he’s glad Charlotte will have a friend in Felicity as her counselor. Cat offers to give Charlotte a ride home when she picks up Felicity. Chad thanks her but says that’s not necessary. Cat remarks that she couldn’t expect Chad to trust her with his kid.

Xander tells Victoria that he’s sorry it’s so boring for her to be stuck in the office with him all day but promises it’s only temporary. Xander declares that when Victoria is living with him full-time, he will set up the most fantastic nursery. Xander promises to be home with her every night because she’s more important than anything else in his life.

Gabi talks to Rafe about Arianna first running off with a random guy and now being kidnapped. Rafe encourages not going to the worst case scenario. Gabi cries about her missing and asks if Holly’s family knows. Rafe points out that Nicole is in France and Maggie is in Bermuda, so he thinks they should wait until they know more. Rafe adds that does still leave Marlena and the rest of Will’s family. Gabi doesn’t want to tell them yet either since they’ve been through enough lately. Gabi adds that if Arianna and Holly don’t turn up soon, they will have to tell Will and Sonny. Gabi asks what to do now, complaining that she can’t just wait around until they hear something. Rafe knows it’s hard but says right now there is nothing they can do. Rafe thinks Gabi should try to distract herself by staying busy with work. Rafe reminds Gabi that she said she had an important meeting today. Gabi cries that nothing is important to her right now other than finding her daughter. Rafe agrees that it’s pointless to tell her to stay calm. Rafe admits that he’s worried too. Gabi thanks him for admitting that. Rafe agrees not to tell her not to panic and says she’s totally entitled. Rafe tries encouraging her to remain positive. Gabi says she will try and talks about how they will find Arianna soon. Rafe reiterates that he’s positive they will find them soon as he hugs Gabi.

Melinda returns to Sophia in their hotel room and apologizes for how long it took. Melinda asks Sophia what’s wrong. Sophia responds that Tate just called but she panicked and didn’t answer. Sophia tells Melinda that she doesn’t think she can do this.

Tate meets Doug III at the Brady Pub and informs him that he has the money. Doug III explains that the loan shark should be there in ten minutes and they will hand him the money in a takeout bag. Doug III tries to promise Tate that he will pay him back but Tate says he doesn’t want his money. Tate argues that if Doug III would’ve asked for help weeks ago then Holly and Arianna wouldn’t be in danger. Doug III wishes he could go back and change what he did but he can’t. Tate agrees that all he can do is get the hell out of town when this is all over, so he doesn’t hurt either of them again. Doug III repeats that he would and tells Tate to get out before the loan shark gets there but Tate declares that he’s staying right here to make sure he doesn’t screw this up.

Chad tells Cat that what he meant was that he gave Charlotte his word that he would pick her up and she doesn’t react well to plans changing. Cat tells him that he doesn’t have to spare her feelings. Chad asks if this is about not inviting her to play catch with he and Thomas. Cat assures that he doesn’t owe her any explanations and that she will see him around. Chad stops her and invites her out for coffee while they wait for the kids which she accepts, so they walk off together.

Melinda tells Sophia that if she wants to go home and tell Tate and her family the truth about leaving her baby at the fire station, they can do that. Melinda assures that she fully supports whatever Sophia wants to do. Sophia responds that the problem is she doesn’t really know what she wants to do. Sophia informs Melinda about how she ran in to Leo and Javi with her son. Sophia cries about seeing her baby boy again and she just wanted to hold him while something deep inside of her was saying to take him back because he’s her baby.

Rafe gets a call from Shawn, who informs him of bad news as they found footage on the town square, confirming that Arianna and Holly were abducted from the park at gunpoint. Shawn asks if Rafe knows of any trouble that Holly and Arianna were in. Rafe says he has nothing concrete but he has some ideas so he’ll be in touch. Rafe asks Shawn to keep him updated and hangs up.

Tate sits at a table at the Brady Pub as the loan shark appears outside the door. Doug III takes the money and goes outside to meet with him. Doug III informs him that he will hand over the cash as soon as he knows that Holly and Arianna are free.

Chad and Cat have coffee in the town square. Chad says he’s sorry they haven’t found time for their make up dinner with Felicity as he still wants to do it. Cat tells him not to worry about it as she knows how busy he is. Cat adds that she’s been busy and hasn’t had time to socialize anyway. Cat talks about teaching Felicity to drive.

Melinda tells Sophia that she understands how confusing the situation can be and brings up how she left her daughter Haley back in China while constantly wondering if she made the right decision. Melinda talks about having to try hard to stop imagining holding her baby and after awhile, she persuaded herself that Haley was better off without her and she was able to shut down her feelings of heartache to get on with her life. Sophia asks how long it took to stop the heartache. Melinda wishes she could tell her, but says she really doesn’t remember. Melinda encourages that Sophia is strong and resilient. Melinda reminds Sophia that she has 14 days to reclaim the baby if she changes her mind. Sophia assures that she does not want to do that. Sophia worries that if Tate and her mom find out about the baby, they will be first in line to take him back from Leo and Javi and she would be forced to raise him which she’s not ready for. Sophia cries that her baby deserves parents who would be able to raise him and admits she didn’t how how hard it would be to see her baby again and walk away from him a second time.

Xander tells Victoria that they are giving up on waiting for Gabi and will go for a stroll. Gabi arrives, apologizing for being late. Xander tells Gabi to save her excuses and that she can rearrange with his assistant as he’s going to spend the rest of the evening with his daughter. Xander then notes Gabi being upset and asks what’s wrong. Gabi says everything as she reveals her daughter is missing.

Doug III orders the loan shark to call his boss and tell him to let Arianna and Holly go, but he says not until he gives him his money. Doug III then hands over the money. The loan shark says he’s going to count it to make sure but Rafe approaches. The loan shark warns Doug III that he told him no police and runs away. Tate then runs out from the Pub and yells for Rafe to go stop that guy as he’s got Holly and Arianna so Tate and Rafe chase after him.

Melinda understands Sophia is overwhelmed after being through a terrible ordeal. Melinda encourages that she is strong, pointing out that she gave birth all by herself with no one there to help her and she can’t imagine the courage that took. Melinda adds that it took a tremendous amount of courage to leave her baby at the fire house and on top of that, she’s keeping this very big secret from everyone she loves. Sophia admits it’s been hard for her not to tell Tate and her mom. Melinda promises that she’s not alone and that she will help her through this. Melinda says she’s here for whatever she needs.

Xander sits Gabi down and asks if he can get her anything. Gabi says she’s good and thanks him for being so nice to her. Xander says he’s a father and a missing child is a parent’s worst nightmare. Xander brings up how little Victoria was when she was kidnapped. Xander asks when Gabi last saw Arianna. Gabi says yesterday, she was going to the lake on the Salem High senior trip but never got there. Xander questions what Gabi is doing here then.

At the police station, Rafe informs Tate and Doug III that Shawn is in the interrogation room with the loan shark, hoping to get information on where Arianna and Holly are. Doug III argues that if he just let him pay him, he would’ve told them where they are. Rafe questions how he doesn’t know he wouldn’t have just taken the money and run. Rafe adds that if he had just been honest in the first place and told them or just stayed away from Holly and Arianna, none of this would’ve happened. Doug III says he’s sorry. Rafe responds that sorry doesn’t bring the girls back. Tate asks what to do now and how they get the girls back. Rafe says they are going to do whatever it takes to find out where they are.

Shawn is in the interrogation room with the loan shark. Shawn informs him that they have him on video taking the girls and warns that they have enough evidence to put him away for a very long time. Shawn says if he wants to make things easier for himself, he will tell them where the girls are.

Doug III shows Rafe the photo of Holly and Arianna that he was sent but he has no idea where it was taken. Rafe thinks he knows someone who can help them and says he’ll be right back.

Chad gets a call from Leo, informing him about his jury duty. Chad laughs off the idea of writing him a letter to get him out of it and says they’ll just send another reporter to cover the trial. Chad tells him to have a nice day and hangs up. Cat then gets a call which Chad sees as from “James Smith”. Cat steps away to answer the call from Rafe, who says he sent her a picture and with her ISA resources, she can pin point where it was taken. Cat asks if he needs this right now. Rafe confirms it’s an emergency. Cat goes back to Chad and tells him that there’s something she has to take care of right away. Cat asks if Chad can pick up Felicity when he picks up Charlotte and bring her back to the Bakery for her shift. Chad says no problem. Cat says she owes him one and she will be there to pick her up when she’s done at the Bakery. Cat thanks Chad and walks off, leaving Chad confused.

Melinda encourages Sophia that she did nothing wrong and can’t let anyone else make her think otherwise. Melinda says she made a difficult choice in a terrible situation and adds that she’s here for whatever she needs. Sophia doesn’t know what she would do without her. Melinda recalls wishing for help when she was pregnant with her daughter, so it would do her heart good to be that for Sophia. Sophia cries that she can’t thank her enough. They agree to eat, watch a movie, and think about something else for a while.

Xander tells Gabi that he knows he can be a tough boss, but her daughter is missing so she didn’t have to come in today. Gabi says that Rafe told her to stay busy, so she figured she needs to stay out of the way while the cops do their job. Xander complains about the cops in Salem and questions relying on them to find her daughter. Xander thinks Gabi should be out kicking down doors and demanding answers. Gabi admits it’s taking everything in her not to charge in to the police station, but she trusts her brother and she knows Rafe is as determined to find Arianna as she is.

Rafe tells Tate and Doug III that hopefully they will have a lead on Arianna and Holly’s location soon. Shawn comes out from the interrogation room and tells them that the loan shark is not talking. Rafe threatens to go in and jog his memory but Shawn stops him and says he can’t do that as he’s too emotionally involved. Rafe argues that he’s holding people he cares deeply about. Shawn says they have to do it by the book and to let him do his job. Tate questions waiting around. Rafe argues that Tate could’ve tipped them off while Tate argues that he said no cops and Rafe is FBI, so he could’ve hurt the girls. Rafe agrees and tells Tate the best thing he can do is go home. Tate agrees since he has somewhere to be and asks Rafe to call him if he hears anything as he exits the station. Shawn then tells Doug III to come with him. Doug III asks if he’s arresting him.

Xander asks Gabi why she doesn’t just go home. Gabi won’t feel any better doing nothing. Xander encourages her to rest while he puts together a reward for information on Arianna’s whereabouts. Gabi is surprised that he would do that and thanks him, saying that’s very kind of him. Xander tells Gabi that he’s happy to help and to let him know anything he can do. Gabi cries that she just wants her daughter back and she can’t lose her daughter as she hugs Xander.

Shawn tells Doug III that he’s not arresting him but warns him not to leave town. Shawn then takes Doug III to give his statement. Rafe gets a call back from Cat, who reveals that she got a location on the girls. Rafe tells her to text it to him.

Sophia and Melinda finish their movie and dinner. Melinda tells Sophia that now it’s time. Sophia declares she needs to call Tate back and tell him the cover story. Sophia asks what if he doesn’t believe her. Melinda encourages that he will and that she can do this.

Chad brings Felicity and Charlotte back to the town square. Chad thanks Felicity for taking care of Charlotte. Chad offers them frozen yogurt but Felicity says she has to get to work. Felicity tells Charlotte that she will see her tomorrow and heads to the bakery. As Chad walks off with Charlotte, Tate comes through the town square, so Felicity rushes up saying she needs to talk to him.

Sophia calls Tate but he doesn’t answer, so she leaves a voicemail saying she’s sorry she missed his call and she just wants him to know that she’s in Chicago and she’s in labor.

Tate tells Felicity that he’s sorry he can’t talk as he has to go somewhere but Felicity reveals that she found something of Holly’s while she was at gymnastics. Felicity presents Tate with Holly’s class ring and asks him to return it to her.

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At the Hernandez home, Gabi informs Rafe that she sent Arianna five texts yesterday and she hasn’t responded to any of them. Gabi guesses she’s having fun at the lake but thinks she could at least send her a message to let her know she’s alive…

Holly and Arianna remain locked in the warehouse, wondering if it’s morning yet and talk about not sleeping at all. They get up and find a bag left at the door. Arianna finds a bottle of water inside and says she could really use it after screaming for help all night but Holly rushes to stop her.

Doug III is in his room and makes a call to be connected to Gwen’s room at the Salem Inn and finds out she’s not there. Doug III hopes she left her necklace in the room this time and declares that he’s going to get Holly and Arianna out of this mess.

Amy Choi walks through the town square and calls Sophia. Amy asks if she’s okay, pointing out that she didn’t answer when she knocked on her door and then she opened the door and she wasn’t there. Amy asks if Sophia is home now. Sophia reveals that she’s in Chicago. Amy questions what she’s doing there. Sophia claims she’s there to meet with a couple who would like to adopt her baby which shocks Amy.

Tate talks to Belle at home about jury selection and says he knows it can’t be easy for her to prosecute her own nephew. Belle says it’s not easy, especially since she thinks Johnny is innocent. Tate says that’s good because he thinks so too. Belle adds that she still has to prosecute the case to the best of her ability, whether EJ likes it or not.

EJ sits at home in the living room of the DiMera Mansion and has a flashback of hearing the gunshot.

Amy questions Sophia as to what couple and where she found them. Sophia reveals her new lawyer did. Amy questions when she got a new lawyer. Sophia says it was pretty recently and she just spoke this morning and decided to drive down together to meet the parents. Amy questions why she didn’t tell her any of this. Sophia says the baby is due any day now and she knew if she consulted with her, it would only hold her up. Amy argues that this is a life changing decision that should not be made on a whim. Amy gets an alert that she is supposed to report to jury duty but she tells Sophia that she’s going to skip it and come to Chicago because she needs to be with her and Tate when they meet with the couple. Sophia then admits that Tate is not there because he’s at senior lake week and this was all last minute. Sophia says she just figured she could handle this on her own. Amy finds that ridiculous and asks where she is exactly and she’ll head out there now. Sophia tells her that she won’t and declares that her mom already ruined one adoption for her so she won’t let her ruin another. Sophia then hangs up on her, leaving Amy frustrated.

Tate guesses it’s a good thing that Johnny and Chanel didn’t adopt he and Sophia’s baby as it would’ve been a huge mess given that Sophia is due to give birth any day. Belle asks how Sophia is doing. Tate admits Sophia has been acting weird lately, ignoring his calls, and seeming to be in a rush to get off the phone. Tate mentions Sophia being cool with him joining Holly at the lake, but Holly didn’t show up and he hasn’t heard from her. Belle questions Holly not texting him. Tate says now that the whole night has gone by, he’s started to get really worried.

Holly warns Arianna that the bottled water could be poisoned but Arianna reminds her that he wants Doug III’s money and if he wanted them dead, he wouldn’t have given them blankets to sleep. Holly guesses she’s right and wishes he would let her call Maggie so she could get the cash and then they could go home. Arianna complains about waiting on Doug III instead and wonder how long their kidnapper is willing to wait. Holly wonders if their families even know they are missing.

Gabi points out that Arianna said she would call her when she got to the lake but she never did. Gabi wonders if Arianna is punishing her for embarrassing her by giving her a box of condoms before she left. Gabi argues that the last thing the family needs is an unexpected pregnancy. Leo comes in and agrees, saying things are crazy enough with Tesoro and can’t imagine another baby in the mix. Leo talks about finally being responsible and reporting to jury duty. Rafe offers to watch over Tesoro. Leo says Tesoro is coming with him which Gabi questions. Leo explains that it’s his plan to get sent home from jury duty as he exits with Tesoro.

EJ wonders why he can’t remember.

EJ goes to court and takes his place opposite Belle in the room. EJ tells Belle that he didn’t seduce her so that she would drop the charges against Johnny and clarifies that he made love to her because he wanted to. Belle argues that it was also because he wanted her to drop the charges against Johnny. EJ states that he also wanted her.

Outside the court room, Amy is on the phone, complaining that she told them that she had a pregnant daughter and they didn’t give a damn. Leo is nearby with Tesoro and asks her to keep it down a little because Tesoro is sleeping. Amy tells her husband Sam that they told her she’s put off jury duty too many times, so she asks him to drive to Chicago and find their daughter. Amy hangs up and apologizes to Leo, hoping she didn’t wake the baby. Leo confirms that he’s still sleeping. Amy talks about how much easier it is when they are that age compared to when they grow up and you have little control over them. Leo says he’s only fostering the baby temporarily. Amy comments on it being a newborn. Leo explains that he was dropped off at the firehouse safe haven.

Rafe tells Gabi that he’s a little disappointed that Leo didn’t take him up on his offer because it would’ve been nice to spend time with Tesoro. Gabi acknowledges that Rafe always wanted a child of his own. Rafe guesses it wasn’t in the cards. Gabi encourages that it could still happen while Rafe thinks he’s running out of time. Gabi says either way, he’s been a wonderful uncle to Arianna. Rafe isn’t sure after he ratted her out for flirting with Doug III. Gabi is glad she wasn’t the overprotective one that time. Rafe jokes that she’ll regain the title when Arianna gets the 500 text messages that Gabi has sent. Rafe encourages Gabi to give Arianna space or else she will rebel. Gabi takes it that she shouldn’t drive up to the lake to track down her daughter in front of her friends.

Arianna tells Holly that she has no doubt that Gabi has had a complete meltdown since she was supposed to call her when they got to the lake. Holly points out that it wouldn’t be unusual for Arianna to blow her off. Arianna guesses that’s coming back to bite her in the ass. Arianna hopes Gabi’s anxiety is in full force so that Rafe will be out looking for them right now. Holly hopes Rafe finds her class ring or someone already did so that Rafe can figure out where to find them. Arianna suggests they try to relax. Arianna encourages Holly to eat the breakfast bars left for them, pointing out that they have no idea what they are up against and could be fighting for their lives.

Tate goes to Doug III’s room and demands to know where Holly is. Doug III repeats that he doesnt’ know but Tate thinks he does because he was acting nervous and weird like he’s hiding something. Doug III says he was imagining that but Tate accuses him of lying then and now. Doug III says he doesn’t have time for this but Tate says he’s not leaving until he tells him the truth.

Belle tells EJ that she thinks it’s best if they keep things strictly professional in the court room. EJ jokes with her and says he would like to talk to her about this later in private because he doesn’t want there to be a rift between them. Belle doesn’t either but thinks it would be wise to keep space between them in public until the trial is over. EJ admits he’s not keen on that. Belle reminds him that it’s for Johnny’s sake so EJ reluctantly agrees. Belle declares that starting now, they both have a job to do that will put them on opposite ends of the case, so in the court room, they are no longer lovers but adversaries.

Amy watches over Tesoro while Leo jokingly laments over his childhood but Amy remarks that she’s not a fan of jokes. Leo says he can tell that Tesoro really likes Amy. Amy says he’s the only thing keeping her from going out of her mind with worry. Leo encourages that Tesoro is spreading joy everywhere. Leo adds that with any luck, Tesoro will be his ticket out of jury duty.

Rafe suggests Gabi call the hotel to see if Arianna checked in. Gabi wonders why she didn’t think of that. Gabi remarks that she fully intends to count the number of condoms Arianna brings home. Gabi then calls the hotel to inquire about Arianna and Holly, but she is informed that they never checked in.

Holly says Arianna sounded pretty grim when she thought she was convinced the loan shark wouldn’t hurt them. Arianna says that’s only if Doug III comes through and he’s not exactly reliable. Holly encourages that it’s not like Doug III wanted this to happen. Arianna questions Holly defending him after everything.

Doug III tells Tate that he’s way off base. Tate says he won’t let him gaslight him. Doug III tells Tate to get the hell out but Tate refuses to leave until he tells him what he knows. Doug III grabs him and says he will toss him out. Tate tells him not to put his hands on him and shoves off. Tate then sees the envelope that was delivered to Doug III and finds the photos of Holly and Arianna that he was sent. Tate questions if Doug III is stalking them and calls him a sick pervert. Tate declares he’s calling the police. Doug III stops him and says he has it all wrong. Tate gives him two seconds to explain so Doug III reveals that he didn’t take the pictures but someone sent them to him. Tate questions why. Doug III then informs Tate that Holly and Arianna are in trouble and it’s all his fault.

Amy takes her seat in the courthouse and faces off with EJ, realizing that she’s on the jury for The People vs. Johnny DiMera. EJ acknowledges her dealings with his family and questions if she can be impartial. Amy says no and calls EJ a miserable excuse for a human being and says she’d like to tear him limb from limb for all the trouble he’s caused her daughter. Belle interrupts to question if Amy can be impartial when judging the defendant. Amy says definitely not and declared that EJ’s trigger happy son ruined everything for Sophia. EJ and Belle then both dismiss Amy from the jury.

Leo remains outside the court, commenting on the jury selection until Amy comes out from the court room. Leo asks how it went. Amy informs him that she got dismissed after telling the truth. Amy wishes Leo luck and hopes he catches a break. Amy says goodbye to Tesoro and says they didn’t hang out long but she felt a connection with him.

Belle comments to EJ that Amy Choi isn’t the only juror who feels they can’t be impartial when it comes to the DiMeras. Belle adds that it’s not surprising since everyone knows the checkered past of EJ’s family, so they automatically assume the worst. EJ remarks that includes her. Belle says that’s not true as she loves Johnny, Sydney, and Theo. EJ points out that his name was left out. Belle reminds him that they are in the court room. Leo then enters with Tesoro and asks if he’s in the right place as he questions what they are doing here.

Rafe encourages Gabi not to freak out. Gabi begins to worry about if Holly and Arianna were in some kind of accident. Rafe says they would’ve been notified and suggests maybe they made a pit stop. Gabi argues that it would make no sense since they were so excited to go to the lake and questions why they would stop somewhere else. Rafe agrees but points out that the police can’t do anything because it hasn’t been long enough yet, but he will unofficially put some feelers out and see if he can find them. Gabi thanks him and tells him to let her know as soon as he hears anything. Rafe encourages that it will be okay as he exits.

Holly tells Arianna that when Doug III first told her about how badly the loan sharks beat him up, it was pretty clear that he was in over his head which is why she gave him the money. Arianna questions them still coming after him. Holly is sure Doug III wishes he never got involved with them. Arianna remarks that she wishes she never got involved with him. Holly thinks Doug III was trying to protect them, pointing out that he was pushing her away recently. Arianna relates to him doing the same with her.

Doug III informs Tate that the loan shark told him that if he didn’t get the money by today, he would hurt Holly and Arianna. Tate questions him not calling the police. Doug III explains that they warned him not to. Tate suggests calling Rafe but Doug III feels it’s too risky to get anyone else involved because these guys are really dangerous. Tate worries that Holly and Arianna must be terrified. Doug III complains that he’s done everything he can and admits he almost took money from the cash register at the Brady Pub but Roman already emptied the till. Tate questions why he didn’t just ask him. Doug III argues that Tate is a trust fund baby and would have to ask his dad which he couldn’t risk. Tate calls him an idiot as he points out that he has his own savings account. Tate says he’s been saving up to buy a car so he probably has enough and asks how much he needs. Doug III questions if Tate would help him. Tate clarifies that he would be helping Holly and Arianna as he will do anything to bring them home.

Leo tries telling EJ and Belle that he has Tesoro who requires all of his attention. EJ points out that he didn’t mention this in his jury form while Belle adds that Leo has four other adults living in his home, questioning if they can’t take care of the baby and reminding Leo that he is under oath. Leo argues that he’s a journalist but EJ says the law states he would be prohibited from speaking about the case a member of the jury. Leo complains while EJ asks if Leo has been influenced by anything to have preconceived notions about the defendant’s guilt. Leo admits that he thinks there’s a number of people that could’ve shot EJ. Belle asks if Leo can be impartial. Leo talks about being open minded so they welcome him to the jury against his wishes.

Arianna tells Holly that even if Doug III was trying to protect them, he’s still a jerk for not telling her about what was going on with he and Holly. Holly argues that there was nothing to tell since they never hooked up. Arianna complains that he still knew they were friends and never said anything which she calls lying by omission. Arianna feels he was trying to keep his options open. Holly guesses she’s right and says she’s just grateful she’s back with Tate. Holly worries that Tate thinks she stood him up. Arianna says they have to worry about more important things like getting out of here and not being killed.

Tate is shocked by how much money Doug III owes and questions how he racked up that much debt. Doug III says they are loan sharks and trying to bleed him dry. Tate says that he does have enough and he will go to the bank to get the cash. Tate says he will return in an hour but if the loan sharks lay a finger on Holly or Arianna, the deal is off. Doug III responds that he doesn’t know how to thank him. Tate states that he can thank him by packing a bag and getting out of Salem because he doesn’t want him near Holly or Arianna ever again. Doug III tells him it’s done as he will do anything to get out of this mess.

EJ and Belle talk about jury selection not going too bad. EJ complains that the trial shouldn’t be happening and questions the police not arresting Chanel after the video was found. Belle feels it’s not a smoking gun while EJ complains they don’t have much more on Johnny. EJ believes the Salem police department have given up on finding the true culprit. Belle questions him thinking it’s Chanel. EJ responds that he hasn’t ruled it out. EJ calls it so frustrating because the answers are all inside and the key to exonerating his son is simply recalling what happened that night. Belle is surprised that EJ hasn’t told the police that he remembers who shot him even if he doesn’t. EJ admits the thought crossed his mind, but he knows first hand what it’s like to be wrongfully accused. Belle asks if it’s him having sympathy or that he’d look bad when the truth comes out. EJ feels they are both good reasons. Belle has an idea that might help him unlock his memories from that night.

Gabi calls Arianna and leaves a message, asking her to call her back when she gets the message so she knows she is okay. Leo comes home with Tesoro and complains that Gabi won’t believe this nightmare as he got selected for jury duty in Johnny’s case to determine whether he shot his father. Gabi asks why this is bad since Leo’s been obsessed with the case. Leo argues that he was as a journalist but now he can’t even gossip about it. Leo adds that he has one more card left to play.

Sophia calls Melinda and asks what’s taking so long as she thought she would be back with their food by now. Sophia informs her that her mom just called so she told her that she’s in Chicago and she flipped out, but she stuck to the cover story. Sophia admits she’s freaking out as their plan is so risky, so she questions if Melinda really thinks they will be able to pull it off.

Tate runs in to Amy in the town square. Amy asks if he’s heard from Sophia but Tate says he hasn’t. Amy reveals that Sophia just told her that she’s in Chicago, meeting with a couple to adopt the baby. Tate is shocked and questions why she wouldn’t tell him. Amy guesses Tate was too busy partying up with his friends at the lake. Tate argues that Sophia knew he was at the lake and that he would want to be at the meeting. Amy says there might still be time but Tate says he has an urgent matter with a friend in trouble. Amy asks what about his baby. Tate responds that he cares very much about the baby and Sophia but remarks that it’s not like she’s given birth yet. Tate tells Amy that he’s sorry that he has to go and promises to help sort this out at a later date. Tate repeats that he’s sorry and he has to go as he rushes off, leaving Amy in disbelief.

Doug III texts the loan shark that he will have the money in an hour with the warning that if he hurts his friends, the deal is off.

Rafe returns home and informs Gabi that he hasn’t found Arianna yet but he does have news, revealing that Holly’s car is still parked by the town square and the girls’ bags are still in the trunk, so it appears they never left Salem. Gabi is panicked and questions where her daughter is.

Arianna tells Holly that they can’t just wait around for Doug III or their families to save them. Holly argues that they can’t give up but Arianna declares that they have to find a way out of here now.

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Alex sits at home with Stephanie, who is working on her laptop. Alex talks about planning to stay at the office but Xander’s daughter Victoria was screaming loudly. Alex notes Stephanie being distracted and comments that he hasn’t seen her so focused on something in awhile, so he asks what’s going on. Stephanie informs him that she’s working on notes for her meeting with EJ tomorrow about being hired to do PR for the hospital. Stephanie explains that she’s lost clients recently and could use the work. Alex reminds Stephanie that she could just quit the PR business and write full time but Stephanie remains unsure. Alex then shows her a cover art for her novel, “One Stormy Night” under the pseudonym of being written by Anastasia Sands and tells her that once it hits the stands, she may never have to work for someone else again.

Xander is in his office with Victoria and talks on the phone until Victoria wakes up crying. Xander decides to take her for a walk.

Rafe is at home when he gets a text from a Kelly Jones that they will see him in twenty. Rafe goes to leave as Gabi comes home and says she has a meeting but forgot her notes. Gabi then asks where Rafe is headed off to.

Chad brings his son Thomas to the park where they run in to Cat. Thomas questions what she is doing there.

EJ has a drink in the living room of the DiMera Mansion until Gwen walks in and talks about how she always couldn’t decide on a room in the mansion. Gwen tells EJ that Kristen was making her up a corner suite, so she’s going to gather her belongings from the Salem Inn and move right in, but EJ says no she won’t. Gwen questions what he means. EJ says she won’t be moving in today because Kristen forgot the entire east wing is scheduled to be painted, so she will have to wait a few days. Gwen decides she will wait until it’s all finished the. EJ sarcastically says they want her to be happy at her stay. Gwen says she plans to be quite comfortable. EJ repeats that it will be a few days. Gwen says she has the luxury of making her decision from the Salem Inn since she has Dimitri’s money.

Cat says she was just taking a stroll before sunset. Chad says they were taking advantage of the weather too. Thomas invites Cat to join them in playing catch but Chad says they only have two gloves, so maybe another time. Thomas then tells Cat that she can use his glove.

Rafe tells Gabi that he has a meeting. Gabi questions who with, then guesses he’s being a secret agent. Gabi says now that Rafe is back in the FBI, it will be like it used to be with him sneaking around. Gabi continues to ask who Rafe is meeting, pointing out that she won’t tell anyone. Rafe tells Gabi that she knows the drill, so she apologizes for pushing. Gabi advises Rafe to be careful. Rafe asks if Arianna made it to the lake safely. Gabi responds that she’s not sure. Rafe questions Gabi not freaking out over not hearing from her. Gabi says she will be if she doesn’t hear from her by tonight, but Arianna must be caught up and forgot to text her. Gabi guesses Arianna is having the time of her life..

Stephanie tells Alex that it’s amazing. Alex explains that it’s a mock up from the art department if she wants to make any change. Stephanie assures that she loves it. They talk about using her Grandmother’s romance novels to come up with the alias of Anastasia Sands. Alex calls it a nice tribute. Stephanie agrees that it’s perfect and says she can’t believe the book she wrote in her spare time for fun is going to be out in the world. Alex says it will be soon as Kate says she’s making it top priority to get it to press, which means she believes strongly that One Stormy Night is going to put their publishing division back on track. Alex tells Stephanie that she’s about to be a published author as they kiss and begin to undress until there’s a knock at the door. Stephanie gets up to answer the door and is surprised to see Kayla, who asks if it’s a bad time.

Cat thanks Thomas and says it’s really sweet of him but she can’t play catch right now because she has some place to be. Chad thinks back to the last time they were together and he saw her phone have a text from a James Smith, asking to meet tomorrow. Cat tells them to have fun and walks away. Thomas tells Chad that Cat is nice and questions why he was trying to get rid of her which Chad denies. Chad says he just wanted a little father-son time which Thomas decides is cool with him as they play catch.

Xander brings Victoria back to the office and says taking a walk wasn’t the answer, so he wonders what the problem is. Victoria continues crying as Xander wonders what else he can do for her. Gabi then arrives and offers to try.

Cat meets Rafe in his office and talk about getting used to their aliases of Kelly Jones and James Smith. Rafe says they will probably be texting each other a lot to meet like this. Cat says she has him saved in her phone as James Smith so no one will ever know which Rafe says is smart. Rafe asks what she’s got. Cat presents him a flash drive with EJ’s financial information. Rafe wants to go over their briefing before they get started. Rafe says the FBI and ISA have set up this new inter-agency task force that they will be working with and the objective is to take down the DiMeras. Cat confirms that Shane said the agency have been trying to do this for years with no success but with the recent Titan takeover, the DiMeras are off their game. Rafe agrees that it’s the best time to strike. Cat says the best way to track illegal activity is to follow the money. They talk about the most recent purchase being EJ buying the hospital. Rafe is sure it was nefarious and questions where EJ got the money, who chipped in, and why. Cat agrees that a failing hospital is hardly a good investment. Rafe adds that it could be years until the miracle drug comes to market. Cat wonders what EJ could be planning in the meantime. Rafe says nothing good, so the sooner they nail him, the better. Cat asks about this being personal for Rafe since he and EJ have history, so she’s curious about what went down to better understand how EJ operates. Rafe tells her to get comfortable because this could take awhile.

EJ comments on Gwen’s necklace and then realizes it’s the necklace stolen from Julie and sold to Melinda Trask. EJ asks if she stole it as well. Gwen informs him that she bought it from a broker with Dimitri’s money, though she wasn’t aware of it’s prominence. EJ assumes she will return it to it’s rightful owner but Gwen says she is the rightful owner now. Gwen declares that she will return it to Julie when Hell freezes over.

Stephanie invites Kayla in and asks what brings her by. Kayla says she did some stress baking with all the hospital business, so she decided to share some of her blueberry pie. Stephanie suggests they all have a slice. Alex decides he’s going to shower at his place and he’ll be right back so he hurries out. Kayla guesses it was a bad time but Stephanie says not at all and that she’s glad she’s there because there’s something important that she wants to talk to her about.

Xander thanks Gabi for her offer but says it’s not like he can’t soothe his own daughter. Gabi argues that she’s not saying he can’t and that sometimes it’s good to let someone else try. Gabi acknowledges that sometimes it seems nothing works and points out that he’s down a parent so Xander allows her to try.

Stephanie explains to Kayla that she didn’t turn down EJ’s offer to hire her for PR at the hospital and mentions that she could use the work. Stephanie adds that she knows what a jerk EJ is, but she wouldn’t be working for him, she’d be working for the hospital and Kayla. Stephanie doesn’t think EJ would bother to sit down with her unless he was prepared to make an offer, so the question is should she accept it. Kayla agrees that she would be a tremendous asset to the hospital and praises her, saying the hospital would be lucky to have her. Stephanie asks if she should take the job then. Kayla responds that she actually thinks she shouldn’t and that she should run the other way.

EJ questions Gwen still having problems with the Hortons. Gwen blames Laura for sending her packing before she was even born and complains that they treated her like rubbish when she first moved to Salem, so she doesn’t have a very high opinion of the Hortons. EJ remarks on there being two sides of every story. Gwen believes EJ should be on her sie after being villified by the Hortons. Chad then arrives with Thomas and greets Gwen.

Rafe informs Cat about EJ replacing him with a lookalike again and reinstating him as police commissioner. Cat doesn’t understand how EJ isn’t behind bars or how he does these terrible things and comes off normal. Rafe calls EJ a sociopath who only cares about himself and says he’ll do anything no matter how wrong it is, to get what he wants. Cat says EJ running the hospital is scary which Rafe says is why they need to stop him now. Cat admits she had zero interest in returning to the ISA but Shane told her how much was at stake. Cat adds that it’s personal for her since the hospital saved her sister’s life so she has no interest in letting someone mess with that place. Rafe is glad she’s on board. Cat says she told Shane that it’s a one and done as she knew they would be investigating EJ but she had no idea the super villain he was. Cat then mentions EJ also being Chad’s brother.

Gwen tells Chad and Thomas that it’s lovely to see them. Chad admits that he wasn’t expecting to see her here. EJ asks what brings Chad by. Chad says Thomas left some of his action figures so EJ says not to let them keep him. Thomas stops to question why Gwen has Julie’s necklace and why she won’t give it back.

Rafe appreciates Cat’s concern for Chad, but says that Chad knows very well about his family’s history and even published an expose’ on the front page of the Spectator, laying it all out. Cat remembers Chad thinking that was the reason EJ got shot and says he cares a great deal about his brother. Rafe says Chad also cares about justice as he’s the good DiMera. Rafe states that when the DiMeras aren’t stabbing each other in the back, they are busy making their legal problems go away, but not Chad. Rafe assures that if they find the goods on EJ, Chad won’t stand in the way or hold it against her. Cat says she’s not concerned about herself but brings up her two younger siblings being through a lot so she worries about anything happening to them because she got roped back in to the ISA. Rafe relates to being the oldest sibling as well and says he’s very protective of them. Cat bets they don’t love him doing this dangerous work. Rafe thinks they know that he chose this career to make the world a safer place. Cat guesses he enjoys the job. Rafe confirms that he does and he doesn’t even know if he would call it a job, but more of a calling and something he feels compelled to do. Rafe figures Cat is the same way.

Gabi gets Victoria to go to sleep. Xander is impressed and questions how she did that. Gabi says she didn’t really do anything as Victoria cried herself tired. Xander feels he couldn’t do anything while she goes out like a light as soon as Gabi picked her up. Gabi tells him not to overthink it. Xander worries that his own daughter forgot who he was. Gabi encourages that she was away from him for a month, so they just need to get reacquainted. Xander hopes she’s right as he didn’t think it would be this difficult.

Stephanie questions Kayla thinking she shouldn’t take a job at her hospital. Kayla argues that it’s not her hospital, it’s EJ’s while Stephanie argues that Kayla is chief of staff so she has a huge say over everything there. Kayla says if EJ’s budget proposal is any indication, he wants to make some big changes. Stephanie asks if she thinks he’s going to try to get her fired. Stephanie says in that case, she will definitely take the job to keep EJ in check. Kayla says she can handle EJ, but a PR person for EJ would be tricky because EJ would want her to make him look good and demand she put a rosy spin on anything he does for the hospital and turn away from anything illegal he does. Kayla brings up all the fires she will have to put out and says she would hate to see Stephanie compromise her morals for a paycheck. Stephanie says she would quit before it came to that and she thinks the hospital is in desperate need of positive press. Kayla admits there’s been a shadow over everything since the financial crisis started. Stephanie feels she can put the focus back on the incredible work the hospital does to make people’s lives better. Alex returns and asks who is ready for some pie. Kayla says she will let them get back to whatever they were doing, but then she comes across Alex’s table with the mock cover of Stephanie’s novel and questions what this is.

Chad tells Thomas that’s a good question and asks Gwen why she isn’t giving the necklace back to Julie. Gwen responds that there’s been a disagreement over who actually owns the necklace. EJ says he’s sure it will be sorted very soon while Chad warns that it better be.

Cat repeats to Rafe that she does really care about the hospital, so she guesses she did feel called to this particular mission but she’s not sure she’s ready for it. Rafe argues that Shane said she was one of the best analysts he ever worked with. Cat says this might cause them to be out in the field and she was not trained for that at all. Rafe is sure she’s more prepared for that than she thinks and assures that he has her back. Rafe offers to show her some basic self defense moves which Cat agrees would be great.

Gabi tells Xander that she’s getting reacquainted with her daughter as well. Xander suggests they can do a little work while Victoria is quiet. Gabi says she has the latest numbers for the Gabi Chic spring collection. Xander points out that it’d be better if they had a marketing reel but Johnny hasn’t gotten around to it. Xander adds that he told Johnny to come back after lunch but he’s nowhere to be found. Gabi mentions hearing that he had a personal emergency. Xander wonders if it has to do with being charged with shooting his own father. Xander adds that he’s behind anyone trying to get rid of EJ but thinks maybe Johnny wasn’t the right choice to handle rehabilitating the company’s image. Gabi points out Xander also being recently charged with attempted murder, so maybe he can cut Johnny some slack. Xander complains that the shareholders won’t cut him slack if the stock price drops so they need that video done. Gabi encourages him to relax. Xander questions Gabi being so calm. Gabi jokes that maybe it’s because he’s stressed enough for the both of them.

Alex tells Kayla that it’s just the cover of a book that Titan is publishing. Kayla calls it fabulous. Alex questions her reading it. Kayla says there was a manuscript going around the hospital so she thinks the entire staff read it and jokes that it should be called One Steamy Night. Alex asks if Kayla liked it though. Kayla confirms she did, calling it engaging and a real page turner. Kayla says she thinks Anastasia Sands and Titan will make a mint. Kayla asks if Stephanie has read it. Stephanie says not exactly so Kayla suggests making sure that Alex gives her a sneak peak as she thinks it will be a best seller. Kayla then says goodnight and tells them to enjoy the pie as she exits, leaving Stephanie horrified that her mom read her novel.

Chad sends Thomas upstairs to get his action figures and then tells Gwen that he had to be nice to her in front of his son, but the way she treated Julie last night made him sick and now he has the displeasure of seeing her again. Gwen calls him rude. Chad wants Gwen gone and tells her to wrap up whatever she’s doing in Salem. Gwen responds that she’s afraid she can’t do that as she has a few loose ends to tie up. Chad doesn’t know or care what that means. Chad warns that he’s watching her and to stay away from his family. Gwen reminds him that she is Thomas’s aunt so she’s part of his family on both sides, because she’s still Dimitri’s wife which makes her a DiMera. Gwen remarks that she’s going to really embrace that and soak it in. Gwen then announces to Chad that she’s moving in to the family home.

Xander remarks that he’s glad his total frustration is bringing out the zen in Gabi. Gabi jokes that she’s sure it won’t be long before she’s flipping out over something. Xander says they know it won’t be a crying baby and thanks Gabi for her help. Gabi acknowledges how many people helped her with Arianna over the years and says co-parenting is hard but worth it. Gabi remembers when Arianna was Victoria’s age and says time just flew by. Gabi talks about how she used to tell herself she’d have another baby and get to do it all over again, but she can’t. Gabi then tells Xander to be grateful for what he has. Xander responds that he’s trying. Gabi asks how hard can it be, pointing out that he has everything he ever wanted. Xander says everything except Sarah.

Rafe and Cat go over EJ’s financial information. Rafe says it definitely raises some flags. Cat talks about EJ not having the funds to purchase the hospital on his own, so he must have had a silent partner. Rafe declares that they have to find out who that silent partner is and why they want to remain silent.

Stephanie freaks out over Kayla reading her novel and says she’s mortified. Alex thinks she’s overreacting and says it doesn’t matter since Kayla doesn’t know that Stephanie wrote the book. Stephanie complains that her parents are the two people in the world that she wouldn’t want to read her book. Stephanie then points out that her parents aren’t here now, so she suggests picking up where they left off as she kisses Alex. Alex hugs her while Stephanie remains looking worried.

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EJ and Belle lay in bed together after having sex which EJ calls a perfect morning. They call it time well spent but Belle says now she has to get back to work. EJ asks her to stay a little while longer so Belle agrees as they continue kissing.

Kristen goes to see Brady and asks about him having good news about Rachel. Brady informs her that according to Belle, there’s a new suspect in EJ’s shooting and it’s Chanel.

Johnny is at home and calls Philip to tell him that he won’t be able to make it back in to work because a personal emergency popped up. Johnny promises to get the statement recorded first thing tomorrow and asks him to let Xander know as well. Johnny thanks him and hangs up. Chanel tells Johnny that she doesn’t know how he acts like everything is normal when their entire world is falling apart.

Tate goes to the lake and texts Holly that he’s still waiting, asking where she is.

The loan shark brings Holly and Arianna to a warehouse. They want to know who he is and why he wants to kill them. He explains that they just need a mutual friend to cough up the money he owes. Holly asks what if the mutual friend doesn’t have the money. He responds that then things are going to get complicated.

Doug III dresses up as room service at the Salem Inn and knocks on Gwen’s door but there’s no answer. He prepares to use a card to sneak in but Gwen arrives and catches him, asking what he thinks he’s doing.

Kristen questions the police thinking Chanel shot EJ and asks if Brady knows what this means. Brady believes it would mean Chanel let Johnny take the fall for a crime that she committed. Kristen points out that it would also mean the charges against Johnny would be dropped and Rachel won’t have to testify. Brady says that Belle couldn’t tell him much but that’s certainly a possibility. Kristen complains that she was convinced Johnny was guilty but she hoped she was wrong. Brady calls it a no-win situation for Johnny either way because if Chanel did this, his world will be turned upside down.

Johnny tells Chanel that he knows things look kind of bleak right now. Chanel panics that it won’t be long before all of Salem thinks she or Johnny shot EJ. Johnny asks who cares what people think and says they both know they are innocent, so all they have to do is prove that which means they need to figure out who shot EJ.

Tate tries calling Holly and leaves a message that he texted her and Arianna but they haven’t been read. Tate says he thinks he’s at the right meeting spot but he doesn’t see them anywhere so he’s going to do another lap around the lake and hope to run in to them. Tate says to call him when she gets this and hopes she’s okay.

Holly asks the loan shark if they are going to die if he doesn’t get his money. He says not necessarily as he knows her family is loaded so they can go to a ransom. Arianna intervenes to say that her family has money too and that if he gives her back her phone, she can call Gabi to work something out. The loan shark says that could get messy so he will just deal with their little friend. He tells them to sit tight and hope that he comes through for them as he exits.

Doug III claims to Gwen that he was just delivering her room service. Gwen says she didn’t order any. Doug III notices Gwen is wearing the necklace. Gwen says she did order breakfast earlier but she already had it. Doug III says he’s sorry to bother her and walks away.

EJ tells Belle that he can’t get enough of her as they kiss in bed. EJ says he’d like to spend the entire day in bed with her but he wants to prepare breakfast for her, so he gets up to head downstairs.

Chanel tells Johnny that she wants to clear their names but thinks they should leave the investigating to the police. Johnny argues that the police didn’t seem interested in any other suspects once they had him, until that video ended up in Belle’s lap. Chanel says she was horrified and swears she does not remember threatening EJ in that way. Johnny says it doesn’t matter what she said, only what she did. Chanel assures that she walked out and drove home. Johnny knows she didn’t shoot his dad and that she wouldn’t do something like that, no matter how angry she was. Johnny adds that he knows if she did, she wouldn’t let him take the fall for it. Chanel thanks him for believing in her as they hug.

Kristen tells Brady that if Chanel was going to let Johnny take the fall then she deserves whatever she gets. Brady feels that’s a little harsh. Brady says if Chanel did it, she did it because of all the pain and suffering EJ inflicted on Johnny over the years. Brady tells Kristen not to pretend she wouldn’t do the same thing in her shoes. Kristen admits she has been driven to that extreme. but says she would never stand back and watch the man she loves get arrested for it. Brady says they don’t know what’s going to happen yet. Kristen guesses they can hope for the best for Rachel. Kristen thanks Brady for keeping her in the loop as she’s been worried about Rachel testifying, especially after her run-in with EJ yesterday. Brady questions what happened. Kristen informs him that EJ wanted her to coach Rachel in to lying on the stand if she had to testify against Johnny but she refused. Brady gets upset and wants to confront EJ, feeling he needs to be put in his place. Kristen stops him and says that EJ is just desperate to save his son and liable to do anything to make that happen which means he’s a very dangerous man, so she will not let Brady confront him because the last thing she wants is to see Brady get hurt.

Doug III watches around the corner as Gwen exits her hotel room and walks away. Doug III notes that she’s still wearing the necklace.

Arianna and Holly try to escape but the door won’t move. They worry about what they are going to do. Holly blames herself for Arianna being in this mess which she questions. Holly explains that she had been involved with a guy who was in debt to some loan sharks. Arianna then reveals that she had been with the same guy, Doug Williams III, leaving them both in disbelief.

Chanel tells Johnny that since EJ most likely will never remember who shot him, they should come up with a list of possible suspects. Johnny says they talked about Gabi and Ava, but EJ seemed to really zero in on Kristen. Chanel says Kristen is certainly capable. Johnny decides they should write it down and goes to get paper, but is shocked to find another paper revealing that Chanel put up Sweet Bits Bakery as collateral for his bail bond and questions why she would do this.

EJ and Belle have breakfast in bed. Belle says it’s perfect as EJ says it’s his goal to satisfy her in every way. Belle is glad to spend time with him since she knows things are going to get chaotic during Johnny’s trial while they are on opposing sides. EJ says the same goal is to prove Johnny’s innocent. Belle reminds him that she believes Johnny is innocent but she still has to do her job and prosecute. Belle hopes that EJ didn’t get her back on the case because he thought she’d give Johnny a pass. EJ assures that he knows she would never do that and that he respects her integrity. Belle doesn’t get why the judge thinks so but decides she’s better off not knowing how EJ got her back on the case. EJ swears he just made a persuasive argument while Belle admits that she wishes he hadn’t.

Brady tells Kristen that he appreciates her concern but he can handle her brother. Kristen says there’s just no reason to get in to it and points out that Rachel might not even have to testify. Brady agrees to let it go for now. Tate comes home and greets them, saying he’s sorry to interrupt but Kristen says she was just leaving. Kristen tells Brady they can pick up later as she exits. Brady questions Tate not spending the day at the lake with Holly. Tate says he thought he would be too. Brady asks why he’s not with Holly. Tate responds that Holly never showed up.

Arianna confirms to Holly that Doug III was the guy that she slept with. Holly explains that Doug III said he had feelings for her while she was with Tate. Holly admits that she thought something might happen between them after but says she’s glad nothing did. Arianna gets upset and argues that it makes her sound like a slut for sleeping with him. Holly clarifies that she just meant because she still had feelings for Tate. Arianna apologizes for lashing out and says she’s not mad at her, but at herself. She blames Doug III for them being trapped her and the reason they might die.

Doug III goes outside the Brady Pub and grabs the loan shark, questioning what is wrong with him and screams that Holly and Arianna have nothing to do with this. He responds that if Doug III wants them to go free, he better back off. Doug III assures he will repay his debt as soon as possible but he has to let them go. The loan shark says he heard that so many times before, so he needed added incentive to do this. Doug III says he tried to get the necklace but it didn’t work. The loan shark says cash will do just fine. Doug III admits he doesn’t have that either so the loan shark says the girls are going to have to pay the price.

Johnny tells Chanel that he can’t let her risk losing her business, arguing that there was no need to do that since EJ could’ve put up the money. Chanel argues that it had to come from her because she needs him to know that she supports him and is here for him. Johnny says he’s really grateful. Chanel tells him that she loves him as they hug.

Belle thinks it would’ve been better for everyone if one of her assistants was put on the case. EJ feels it wouldn’t have been better for Johnny. Belle argues that if Johnny is found innocent, the public might think she went easy on him and it was rigged. EJ doesn’t care as long as Johnny is free. Belle worries about her reputation. EJ apologizes for putting her in a difficult position, but points out that she may not even have to prosecute Johnny with the video of Chanel and no physical evidence against Johnny. EJ feels there’s reasonable doubt and she could consider dropping the charges against Johnny altogether.

Gwen goes to the DiMera Mansion and walks around the living room, asking if anyone is home. Kristen then comes in and they embrace. Kristen calls her the last person she expected to find in her living room. Kristen adds that last she heard, Gwen was in Alamania, staking her claim on Dimitri’s fortune. Gwen confirms it took awhile but as Dimitri’s wife, she is entitled to his inheritance, so she is now filthy rich. They laugh together as Kristen congratulates her. Kristen questions why Gwen would be slumming it in Salem with all that money.

Tate tells Brady that he asked every person at the lake if they had seen Holly or Arianna but none of them have. Brady encourages that they could’ve just been late or stuck in traffic. Tate doesn’t think so and says he waited a really long time. Tate guesses it’s possible he missed them, but that doesn’t explain why Holly hasn’t called or texted him. Brady suggests it could be the signal but Tate says he had no issue. Tate brings up that he and Holly just patched things up, so he wonders if she had a change of heart and decided she wasn’t ready to get back together.

Arianna tells Holly that she feels like a fool while Holly insists that she and Doug III weren’t together. Arianna says she always knew Doug III was holding something back and even asked him if he had a girlfriend. Arianna says now she can’t help but think that he was only with her because he couldn’t be with Holly. Holly hopes they’ll just get their money and let them go, but points out that Doug III doesn’t actually have the money which is why he’s in this position in the first place. Arianna encourages that Doug III will figure something out because if not, they are screwed.

The loan shark warns Doug III that he’s going to have one of his co-workers set the whole thing in motion. Doug III pleads with him not to hurt Holly or Arianna and promises to get him the necklace or the money. He agrees to give Doug III one more day or that’s it with no more chances, adding that if anything happens to the girls, it’s on him. He reminds Doug III not to involve the cops and walks away.

Holly and Arianna try banging on the door and screaming for help to no avail. Arianna cries that it’s hopeless while Holly encourages that someone could still come rescue them. Arianna points out that their phones taken so they can’t be tracked. Holly mentions that she dropped her class ring in the alley. Arianna questions how anyone would know where to look. Holly calls it a start while Arianna says they just have to hope someone realizes they are missing. Holly brings up Tate.

Brady encourages that if Holly was really having second thoughts, she would just talk to Tate about it. Tate agrees since she had been so excited about them spending time together and things were perfectly fine a couple hours ago, so there’s no way she could’ve changed her mind that quickly. Brady asks if he can think of anyone else who would know where Holly is. Tate admits there is someone he could ask.

Johnny still can’t believe Chanel put the Bakery on the line for him when he knows much it means to her. Chanel responds that she would put everything on the line for him. Johnny appreciates that and is grateful but wishes he was more deserving of her love and support. Chanel insists that he is. Johnny feels horrible for keeping this from her and knows he should’ve told her from the start that he went to the DiMera Mansion to shoot EJ. Chanel understands why he kept it from her. Johnny feels he made a mess of everything and talks about how angry he was at EJ which affected her too. Johnny says his anger made Chanel hate EJ and he knows she still does. Chanel says that doesn’t have anything to do with Johnny and is entirely on EJ.

Belle argues that EJ cannot be serious about wanting her to drop the charges against Johnny, insisting that he has to be exonerated in court or this accusation will be hanging over his head for the rest of his life. EJ asks if that’s her real concern. Belle thinks he’s trying to manipulate her in to doing what he wants and that he was just trying to seduce her. EJ argues that she’s jumping to conclusions. Belle remarks that she is not his puppet and will not be doing his bidding. Belle gets upset and storms out, leaving EJ frustrated.

Gwen tells Kristen that Salem has a place in her heart and all her friends and family are here. Kristen understands that Gwen’s family hates her and that she’s probably her only friend. Kristen brings up Leo but Gwen says she will never forgive him for sleeping around with her husband. Kristen asks if that means she’s still married to Dimitri as she assumed he would’ve divorced her after he got out of prison. Gwen says she never heard from him and no one knows where he is which Kristen finds strange. Gwen says she’s still a Von Leuschner and a DiMera which is why she’s here. Gwen tells Kristen that they will have lots of time to catch up as she reveals she wants to move in to the DiMera Mansion.

Chanel asks Johnny if they can stop talking about EJ and who shot him which Johnny agrees to. Chanel asks him to just hold her which he does. Chanel wishes they could stay like this and forget about the rest of the world with no investigation or annoying family.

Doug III pours himself a drink at the Pub and then approaches the cash register but Tate arrives and asks if he’s got a minute. Tate says he wants to talk about Holly so Doug III asks what about her. Tate explains that they were supposed to meet at the lake today but Holly hasn’t returned any of his texts or calls and asks if he knows anything about that. Doug III claims not to and asks why he would. Tate points out that they are friends and he even wanted to be more than friends at point. Doug III assures that Holly is not with him, he hasn’t heard from her, and swears that he has no idea where she is.

Arianna remembers they were supposed to meet Tate hours ago so he has to realize something happened. Holly worries that he might think she ghosted him but hopes not. Arianna encourages that Tate will start asking around and get their families involved so that they will then be found.

Kristen questions Gwen wanting to live in the DiMera Mansion. Gwen points out that she is a DiMera and this is the DiMera family home. Kristen doesn’t know about that. Gwen encourages the idea of them living together. Kristen is unsure because things have been tense lately. Gwen jokes about not being shocked. Kristen knows there’s always drama here but lately it’s not the normal. Kristen says it’s been like a powder keg ready to explode. Belle comes in from downstairs. Kristen says she didn’t know she was there. Belle responds that she’s leaving now. EJ comes in to try to stop Belle but Belle tells him to get out of her way and storms out. Kristen asks EJ if there’s trouble in paradise. EJ is then shocked to see Gwen is there. Gwen and Kristen laugh as Gwen declares it’s going to be so much fun living there.

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