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Update written by Joseph

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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Update written by Joseph

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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Tate and Holly kiss in the town square and talk about how they can’t wait to do that on the beach with the upcoming senior lake trip. Holly mentions packing sunscreen and a bikini that Tate will have to wait to see. They go over how Holly is driving with Arianna and then Tate will meet them there. Holly asks if Brady is okay with Tate going. Tate confirms that he is since it’s only for a day. Holly asks about Sophia. Tate admits he hasn’t told her yet, but he’s about to.

Sophia is at home, writing a letter for her son to one day read about why she gave him up and how it was the hardest thing she’s ever done.

At the Hernandez house, Gabi checks with Arianna to make sure she packs sunscreen and bug spray for her lake trip. Arianna gets annoyed which amuses Javi, who is taking care of Tesoro. Gabi wants to make sure Arianna has ear plugs and advises her that there is to be no drugs or drinking at the lake. Arianna tells her to back off. Gabi says she has to go get something to give her for the trip anyway and exits the room. Arianna complains to Javi about Gabi being in her face. Javi assures that Gabi just loves her and wants her to be safe. Arianna says she’s just going to the lake, not a war zone. Javi says as a paramedic, he’s gone to his fair share of calls involving teenagers and bodies of water. Arianna says she gets it and promises not to do anything stupid.

Doug III serves Leo breakfast at the Brady Pub and joins him on his break. Doug III asks if Leo knows if Julie ever got her necklace back. Leo responds that he’s sorry to report she did not. Doug III mentions that Julie told him it was on it’s way back to her but guesses it never made it back to Salem after all. Leo informs him that it did along with the woman who bought it. Doug III asks when Julie will get it back but Leo informs him that the woman brought it back just to rub it in Julie’s face.

Sarah can’t believe Xander took their daughter. Maggie says she told him it was a bad idea but he wouldn’t listen. Sarah complains that Xander went in to a rage when she told him they were taking Victoria out of the country so she should’ve known he would come here. Sarah blames herself. Maggie encourages that she has every right to go on a vacation with her child. Sarah says Xander thought her real plan was to run off with Victoria and never come back which Maggie calls absurd. Sarah declares that she’s not going to let Xander control them like this. Maggie asks what she’s going to do. Sarah tells Maggie to stay and get ready for the trip. Maggie advises her to be careful. Sarah tells her not to worry as Xander’s the one who needs to watch out.

Xander brings Victoria to his office and calls Melinda to inform her that Victoria is with him because Sarah was trying to fly her out of the country. Xander complains that Sarah is trying to take his daughter from him and he refuses to let that happen so there will be no more talk of compromise or co-parenting. Xander declares they are going to make sure that he never has to part with his little girl again.

Doug III tells Leo that sucks because he thought Julie would be so happy to get her necklace back and hate him a little less for stealing it. Leo talks about his search for the necklace and wondering who may have bought it, but he never would’ve imagined it would’ve been Gwen. Leo says it now makes perfect sense. Doug III asks if he knows her. Leo confirms they go way back and are ex-BFFs. Doug III encourages him to talk to Gwen about returning the necklace then. Leo says that he tried but Gwen refused and since Julie has no proof of ownership, she can’t do anything about it. Doug III begs Leo to talk to Gwen again since they were close. Leo tells him that Gwen can hold a grudge like nobody’s business and she hates his guts rightfully so. Doug III asks what he did to her. Leo says his break isn’t long enough for that but everyone in town from the Hortons to DiMeras have screwed Gwen over in some way, so she’s using this as revenge on Julie. Leo bets that Gwen is sitting in her hotel room now, thrilled that she’s making Julie and her family so miserable.

Gabi gives Arianna a paper bag and talks about knowing there will be cute boys around. Gabi says she hopes Arianna doesn’t have sex with them, but if she does, she needs to be protected. Javi asks Arianna if she’s ready to go. Arianna responds that she is now.

Holly goes to the Kiriakis Mansion and talks with Maggie about her excitement to go to the lake. Maggie says she’s worked so hard this year and deserves to have fun. Holly thanks her and asks if Maggie is excited for Bermuda. Maggie says she’s getting there. Holly asks if Sarah and Victoria are around to say goodbye but Maggie says they aren’t. Maggie says she will tell them for her but Holly stops her and asks if something is wrong.

Xander finishes a call at the office, saying to get the deal done or he’ll find someone who will. Xander then goes to Victoria and talks about how Titan will one day belong to her. Xander says they have their whole day in front of them and asks what she wants to do. Sarah appears and suggests giving her back to her mother.

Tate shows up and knocks on Sophia’s door. Sophia begins to panic, wondering what he’s doing there as Tate calls out that he’s coming in.

Doug III tells Leo that he should get back to work and asks if he wants a refill. Leo comments that he could use a double shot of espresso. Doug III questions him being tired. Leo explains that he and his boyfriend have been looking after an infant. Leo asks what’s the latest on Doug III’s problem with the loan shark. Doug III admits it’s really bad and he’s working overtime, trying to save his tips but he’s barely made a dent in what he owes. Leo says he’s sorry and that he would help if he could but he doesn’t have it. Doug III says he’s gone above and beyond so he’ll figure it out and adds that he already has an idea.

Gabi asks Arianna to text her when she gets to the lake. Gabi knows she can be extra but says it’s only because she loves her so much. Arianna says she knows and she loves her too. Gabi then gets a work text and steps out to respond. Arianna tells Javi that she will miss him and Tesoro. Arianna wonders if Tesoro will still be there when she gets back. Javi says probably since the mother has 14 days to reclaim him before being put up for adoption. Javi admits he’s getting attached and can’t imagine how hard it was for his mother to say goodbye.

Sophia jumps in bed and gets under the blankets as Tate enters and says he knocked a couple times but she didn’t answer. Sophia claims she just had her ear buds in. Tate notes that she seems a little tense and asks if everything is okay. Sophia says he was just there yesterday so she just wasn’t expecting him back so soon and asks what’s up. Tate says he just wanted to check on her, adding that he called her a few times but she didn’t pick up. Sophia says she’s been sleeping a lot. Tate asks if he can get her anything. Sophia declines and says she just wants to chill. Tate informs her that he is planning on going to the lake later but just for the day. Sophia guesses he’s going to be with Holly.

Holly asks Maggie if everything is okay. Maggie responds that it will be soon and asks if she’s all packed for her trip. Holly confirms that she is and that she just got sunblock and a bathing suit. Maggie points out that she’s going to be gone for a week with a lot of kids and not much supervision, so she wants to make sure she will be responsible. Holly knows how much her overdose scared her and promises to never do anything like that again. Maggie says to call her if she needs anything. Holly says she doesn’t want to bother her while she’s in Bermuda. Maggie assures that she’s no bother while Holly assures that there will be nothing to worry about as she will be very safe. Maggie says that’s all she can hope for and hugs Holly.

Xander tells Sarah that Victoria is sleeping. Sarah argues that Victoria shouldn’t be stuck in an office all day during the summer. Xander argues that he’s just as much of a parent as she is and accuses Sarah of trying to abscond with his little girl. Sarah argues that she was trying to take her on vacation with her mother for a few days. Xander says he knows what her goal is and he’s not going to let her steal his little girl as Victoria then wakes up crying.

Tate admits to Sophia that Holly will be there with Arianna and pretty much their whole graduating class, but apologizes for coming off like he’s rubbing it in. Sophia says it’s okay as she had no expectation of being able to go. Tate feels bad that she missed the party and fireworks last night. Sophia admits it’s been hard missing so much of senior year because of pregnancy but she has no desire to waddle around on the beach. Tate says he’ll be back later and offers to stay but Sophia says he would just sit around and watch her sleep, so she tells him to go and adds that it would be a nice break after losing his Grandfather. Tate points out that the lake is like an hour away and he can come back fast if she goes in to labor. Sophia says he’ll be the first person she calls if she does. Sophia adds that first labors can go on for hours and assures that she’ll be fine. Tate thanks her for being cool about this and says he’ll see her tomorrow as he then exits.

Doug III comes out of the Salem Inn and gets a call from the loan shark, who says he knows why he’s calling. Doug III responds that he doesn’t have his money yet but asks if he would be interested in a necklace worth way more than what he owes. He says that does interest him and asks if he has it on him. Doug III says no but he thinks he can get it soon. He remarks that thinking won’t pay his debt. He tells Doug III to keep him posted and warns him not to take too long because he knows what will happen if he does as they hang up. Doug III walks in to the town square where Arianna finds him and asks if he’s not working today. He says he just dropped off a takeout order at the Salem Inn. She asks who he was on the phone with. He claims it was no one important but she says it seemed serious. Doug III then tells her that there is something he needs to tell her.

Javi puts Tesoro down for a nap while Gabi wishes she could take a nap but says she has a situation at work to deal with in person. Javi hoped she could join he and Leo for lunch. Gabi says she’s starting to hate working at Titan-DiMera as it’s miserable. Gabi asks if Javi wants to quit his paramedic job and come back to Gabi Chic. Javi declines and says he does not miss that place at all. Gabi laments that she’s stuck there for another two years. Javi encourages that if anyone can tough it out, it’s her. Gabi says normally she would agree but this merger is killing her. Javi asks if it’s really that bad. Gabi asks what could be worse than having to answer to Xander Kiriakis.

Xander and Sarah continue to argue over Victoria. Sarah says he sounds like a paranoid lunatic and that this isn’t some elaborate ruse, explaining that Melissa just called Maggie this morning. Xander laughs off believing that. Sarah says that Maggie asked if she and Victoria wanted to go with her last minute, but she said she had to discuss it with Xander first. Xander accuses her of trying to entrap him last night when he was trying to reach an agreement about custody. Xander points out that Sarah was willing to agree to shared custody as long as he confessed to attempted murder. Sarah admits she’s not comfortable with him being alone with Victoria unless he says he’s sorry for nearly beating his brother to death. Xander argues that she just wants to hear him say it out loud, so she can have him arrested. Xander states that Philip said he never laid a hand on him and the charges were dropped but Sarah still wants to say when he gets to see his daughter. Sarah argues that no one believes he didn’t lay a hand on Philip. Sarah says it’s for Victoria’s own safety. Xander says Sarah couldn’t trick him in to confessing, so now she was trying to take Victoria away with Maggie. Xander promises that it will be the worst mistake Sarah makes and that her days of controlling him and their daughter are over. Xander declares that he’s in control now.

Sophia calls Melinda and says normally she would be bummed that Tate was ditching her to go hang out with Holly but the timing is perfect, so now she won’t have to worry about Tate wanting to go with her to Chicago and he won’t have to find out what she really did with their baby.

Sarah asks if Xander’s plan is to keep Victoria holed up here and never let her see her again. Xander responds that he’s not going to let her take her abroad. Sarah questions Xander thinking she’s going to run off with Victoria and says she’ll save him the trouble of bringing up her past. Sarah admits she took Rachel and everyone knows that, so if she ran off with Victoria, he would have a very strong case for full custody so she asks why she would take such a huge risk. Xander argues that Maggie would have the resources to help Sarah disappear with Victoria forever. Sarah states that she doesn’t want to disappear and she wants him a part of Victoria’s life. Xander reminds her that she said she hated him earlier. Sarah admits they both know that’s not true. Sarah pleads with Xander that it’s just for a few days. Xander says nice try and asks if she’s wearing a wire. Sarah cannot believe they went from working on an agreement to this in under 24 hours. Sarah says she just wants to go on a short trip with her mom and her daughter. Xander says he’s sorry but it’s a no, not just because of her lies, but because she’s mentally unstable. Xander says in addition to kidnapping Brady and Rachel’s daughter, she once thought she was a dead heiress and a little girl. Sarah calls that really low and says he knows that she was drugged. Xander says all he knows is that he can’t trust her anymore and now he would like to spend some more time with his daughter alone. Sarah asks if he’s just banning her from going to Bermuda. Xander says he’s not banning her from anything, but Victoria is staying with him unless she plans on removing her by physical force. Xander asks Sarah to see herself out.

Arianna gets a text that her ride is there so she has to go and tells Doug III that she’s going on the senior trip to the lake. Arianna says she’s totally over high school but she’s going with Holly so it will be fun. Doug III asks how long she’ll be gone. Arianna says it will be a week and asks if he’s going to miss her. Doug III says of course. Arianna asks what he was going to tell her. Doug III says it can wait until after her trip and tells her to have fun. He notes he should get back to the Pub and kisses her goodbye as he then walks away. Holly then comes up to Arianna and excitedly hugs her. Arianna says she’s so ready and promises not to be a third wheel when Tate gets there. Holly says he’ll only be there for a day and she texted him that they are on their way. Holly and Arianna head to their ride while the loan shark appears in the town square and follows after them.

Sarah tells Xander that she’s too tired to keep fighting for him but she’s heartbroken for Victoria as this has gotten so ugly. Xander doesn’t like where they are either but she’s had her for weeks, so it’s his turn now. Sarah says they can’t keep doing this and they have to come to an agreement. Xander says it’s clearly not going to happen now so she can go on her little trip and then when she gets back, she can see Victoria. Sarah complains that she’s not going out of town without her daughter. Gabi arrives to see Xander, then says she can come back but Sarah says it’s fine as she was just leaving. Sarah says bye to Victoria and walks out of the office.

Sophia walks through the town square and sees Leo and Javi coming through with her baby.

Arianna and Holly walk to the park until the loan shark appears in a mask with a gun, demanding their phones. He tells them not to talk and that they are going on a little trip as he rushes them off.

Gabi tells Xander that the problem is solved and they are good. Xander thanks her for coming in. Gabi apologizes for interrupting he and Sarah before as she could tell it’s been a hard time for them. Victoria wakes up crying. Gabi comments on remembering those days and that she’s still at the age where she just wants her mother.

Sarah goes home and tells Maggie that she can’t go on their trip without Victoria. Maggie asks if Xander is keeping her. Sarah confirms that he said she’s had her for the last few weeks, so it’s his turn now. Sarah says she could’ve kept arguing but at least Victoria is safe and she is so exhausted. Maggie wonders if there’s anything Justin can do. Sarah admits she called him on the way home and he’s out of town, but he advised against taking legal action because it could end up backfiring. Maggie suggests having a virtual meeting with him later today. Sarah says no and tells Maggie to go on the trip because she knows how much she was looking forward to getting out and she’s sorry for disappointing her. Maggie says they can go to Bermuda anytime but right now, she has to do what’s best for her daughter. Sarah thanks her for understanding and cries that it’s such a mess. Maggie hugs her and tells her it will be alright. Sarah cries that she already misses Victoria even though she just saw her.

Sophia approaches Leo and Javi. She introduces herself and says she’s sorry to just come up but she saw Javi’s picture in the Spectator and that he took in the baby left at the fire house. Javi says the baby is right here and introduces her to Leo, saying they are taking care of him together. Sophia calls that amazing and thanks Javi for his service. Javi and Leo says they have the baby for two weeks until he goes up for adoption. They explain temporarily naming him Tesoro. Sophia says that’s nice and asks how he is doing. Javi says they found the right formula and now he’s thriving. Leo says since the article came out, social services have been getting calls wanting to adopt him which will be tough for them because they have fallen in love with Tesoro. Javi agrees that it will be tough. Javi then notes that it looks like Sophia is going to have a little one of her own soon. Sophia says she’s due any day now and that she has to get to a doctor’s appointment. Sophia gets emotional and says it was nice to meet them as she says bye to Tesoro and rushes off.

The loan shark holds his gun on Arianna and Holly in a back alley as he orders them to get up against the wall.

Tate goes to the park and says they should’ve been here by now as he texts Holly asking where they are.

Doug III resumes working at the Brady Pub when he gets a call from the loan shark. He answers and repeats that it doesn’t haev the money and needs time to get the necklace. He reveals that he took out an insurance policy and texts him a photo of Holly and Arianna. He warns that if Doug III calls the cops, he’ll never see them again. Doug III asks him to let them go but he says not until he brings his money, the necklace, or both and warns Doug III not to keep him or the girls waiting.

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Belle goes to see EJ at the DiMera Mansion and presents him with the memory stick from the camera planted in the living room. EJ asks if it clears Johnny but Belle says not exactly.

At the police station, Paulina tells Jada that she knew Chanel was upset with EJ but not enough to threaten his life. Jada says that’s why she wanted Paulina to see it first. Paulina asks what happens now. Jada responds that she’s sorry but she has no choice but to bring Chanel in for questioning.

In the town square, Johnny tells Chanel that he understands why she’s nervous about EJ representing him. Chanel remains uncertain about Johnny trusting EJ but agrees to go along with it if Johnny thinks EJ is the best choice. Johnny assures that he is, pointing out that he’d be the victim believing he’s innocent. Johnny declares that there is no way that EJ will let him get convicted of a crime he didn’t commit. Chanel acknowledges that he’s right and regardless of how she feels about EJ, she knows that EJ loves Johnny and will fight like hell for him, just like her mother would for her.

Paulina tells Jada that before she starts making assumptions about Chanel, she questions the memory stick just showing up now and where it’s been all this time. Jada admits there are concerns but says that’s a question for Belle. Paulina asks what else is on the video. Jada says that’s it so Paulina argues that it proves nothing because she didn’t see a gun. Paulina understands how it looks, but declares that her daughter could not possibly have shot EJ. Jada asks how she could know that. Paulina responds that Chanel was with her most of that night. Jada asks if she knows where Chanel is now because she needs her to come down to the police station. Jada says she’s sorry and understands how upsetting this is for her. Paulina asks Jada to let her be the one to call Chanel and then promises to step back and let Jada do her job.

At the Kiriakis Mansion, Maggie finishes a phone call with her daughter Melissa and tells Sarah that Melissa had a work emergency so she won’t be able to go to Bermuda with her. Sarah is sorry as she knows she was looking forward to that. Maggie says it’s just been too long since she’s spent time with her oldest daughter. Sarah encourages that maybe they can plan it for later in the year. Sarah suggests she could take some time off and go with her, adding they could invite Melanie and Holly for a girls trip. Maggie asks why wait and points out that the trip she was going to take with Melissa was already planned and paid for, so she suggests that she and Sarah take Victoria.

Xander questions Philip suggesting he quit his father’s company when he is the sole heir. Philip points out that if Xander tells anyone that, he will have to correct his story that Xander tried to beat him to death. Philip says he doesn’t like the arrangement any more than Xander does but suggests they try their best to work together unless Xander plans to try to kill him again.

Johnny tells Chanel that he should get back to the office. Chanel suggests they can meet up later and hopefully EJ will have an update on his case by then. Johnny agrees and kisses her. Chanel then gets a call from Paulina and tells her that she needs to come down to the police station and to bring Johnny with her right away.

Maggie tells Sarah that she’s sure they can spare her from the hospital for a few days. Maggie offers to call and book her flight but Sarah reminds her that she can’t take Victoria out of the country without clearing it with Xander first.

Philip comments on it really bugging Xander that Victor loved him while barely tolerating Xander. Philip remarks that Xander must lay in bed, wondering what it must have been like to be loved by Victor. Xander responds that Victor’s dead so that’s all old news. Philip argues that he was in Victor’s heart and the son he actually loved while Xander was just another bastard that Victor was too embarrassed to acknowledge while he was still alive.

Johnny and Chanel go to the police station as Johnny finishes a call to let Philip and Xander know he’ll be in as soon as he can. As they arrive, Paulina is finishing a call as well. Chanel asks her what’s going on. Paulina says that Jada has some questions but she doesn’t want her talking to her without a lawyer present, so she just left a message for Justin. Jada comes over and tells Chanel that she needs her to come with her.

Xander tells Philip to get the hell out of his office. Sarah then walks in and asks what’s going on in here.

Paulina argues that Chanel is not going anywhere without her lawyer present for questioning. Johnny asks what’s going on here. Jada asks if Chanel is willing to answer. Chanel argues that she has nothing to hide. Johnny agrees with Paulina but Chanel says it’s fine and she’ll do anything to help Johnny’s case. Paulina pleads with her but Chanel insists that she’ll be fine and back in a minute, so Jada takes Chanel in to the interrogation room.

Belle and EJ watch the footage from the memory card, showing Chanel threatening EJ. Belle asks if EJ remembers that conversation. EJ says he doesn’t. Belle thought seeing the video would jog his memory. EJ doesn’t remember Chanel saying those things or shooting him, but says the video is pretty damning. Belle doesn’t want to jump to conclusions while EJ argues that Chanel was clearly threatening his life. Belle says that doesn’t mean she shot him and adds that Jada is questioning Chanel as they speak.

Chanel asks Jada what this is about. Jada asks if she’s sure she doesn’t want to wait for her attorney. Chanel assures that she’s ready to answer any questions she has. Jada reveals that a video has surfaced showing Chanel having an intense conversation with EJ right before he was shot. Chanel says she’s never hidden that she and EJ spoke that night and admits the conversation was contentious. Jada informs her that they have her on tape, threatening EJ’s life. Jada says they know Chanel left the mansion after that conversation but questions if she returned later that night to make good on her threat.

Xander tells Sarah that he and Philip were just discussing how best to bring things up to speed in the office. Sarah remarks that it sounded like Xander was ordering Philip out. Philip claims he was just asking too many questions and Xander had enough. Philip decides he will head to the Brady Pub for breakfast and exits the office. Sarah questions why she feels like she walked in on much more than a business meeting. Xander asks what brings her by. Sarah says it’s about Victoria as she hoped they could go with Maggie to Bermuda but Xander says no. Sarah argues that they wouldn’t even be gone for a week and that it would be great for Victoria. Xander argues that Victoria is far too young and he wouldn’t let them leave the country with her. Sarah complains that he’s being unreasonable. Xander argues that Maggie despises him as much as Sarah does and has more than enough resources to help her disappear with Victoria forever. Sarah asks if she’d really be asking his permission to go if she planned to disappear forever. Xander says maybe she needed a cover story and assures she’s not taking Victoria anywhere. Xander warns that if Sarah tries, she’ll be arrested as soon as she enters the airport. Sarah calls him a mean and horrible human. Sarah tells Xander that she hates him and storms out. Xander then rushes out after her.

Belle points out to EJ that they know Johnny was there after Chanel. EJ wonders what if Chanel came back, found Roman’s gun and decided to use it. Belle says it’s possible but there’s no way to prove it. EJ feels it certainly casts reasonable doubt on Johnny’s guilt.

Johnny questions there being a video of Chanel confronting EJ. Paulina confirms she saw it herself. Johnny asks if Chanel really threatened EJ’s life. Paulina says she wouldn’t have believed it if she didn’t see it. Paulina insists that Chanel didn’t mean it but admits it looked pretty bad. Johnny argues that it doesn’t mean Chanel shot EJ as she doesn’t have it in her to hurt anyone.

Chanel sits with Jada in the interrogation room and questions her thinking that she shot EJ. Jada says she’s just asking questions. Chanel argues that Jada knows her. Jada says she does but she’s not asking as a friend, but as the police commissioner. Chanel tells Jada that she did not go back to EJ’s house and shoot him and she definitely did not threaten him. Jada asks what she meant by “I’m not going to let you live long enough to hurt Johnny or anyone else I care about ever again.” Chanel claims she never said that. Jada informs her that she saw the video. Chanel admits she was really angry about how much suffering EJ has caused Johnny and she was devastated at EJ causing them to lose their chance to adopt, but she does not remember threatening his life. Chanel says even if she said those words, she did not follow through on it and that’s the truth. Jada guesses they have reached an impasse then. Chanel asks if Jada is going to arrest her.

Johnny’s had enough and wants to go in to the interrogation room but Paulina stops him and says he can’t go barging in. Johnny argues that he has to do something and can’t just sit around and let his wife go down for a crime she didn’t commit. Johnny declares that he would confess to shooting EJ before he lets that happen. Paulina argues that he can’t be serious. Johnny says he’s the one who showed up with Roman’s gun and intended to shoot EJ. Johnny asks what kind of person does that to their own family. Johnny points out that he stood in front of his own father and told him he wanted him dead, so maybe he deserves this. Paulina realizes that Johnny really didn’t shoot EJ. Johnny says he didn’t, but neither did Chanel.

Sarah joins Philip at the Pub and tells him that she needs his help to take down Xander.

Xander storms in to the Kiriakis Mansion, asking Maggie where the hell Sarah is. Maggie asks what has gotten in to him. Xander responds that he knows what they are up to and he’s here to put a stop to it. Maggie says she has no idea what he’s talking about. Xander accuses her of trying to run off with his daughter and says he won’t let that happen. Xander declares that Victoria is coming home with him now.

Belle tells EJ that they will just have to wait and see if Jada can get any answers out of Chanel. Belle asks how EJ is feeling about it. EJ says he wished for anything to prove Johnny didn’t shoot him, but not this. Belle says it would be terrible for both of them but would get Johnny off the hook. EJ worries about what it would do to Johnny’s marriage to learn that his wife tried to murder his father. EJ questions how they would ever survive that.

Paulina tells Johnny that she’s grateful that Chanel has a husband that loves her so much that he would confess to attempted murder to protect her. Johnny points out that Paulina did it for her while Paulina points out how that turned out. Paulina declares that she can’t let him do this. Johnny says he and Chanel are just getting back on track after overcoming way too much in their marriage to let his father’s shooting tear them apart. Johnny declares that they need to find out who did shoot EJ for all their sakes.

Jada informs Chanel that she is not arresting her at this time, but the video moves her up on the suspect list. Chanel complains about how many times she’s going to be accused of crimes she did not commit. Jada argues that this is not like what happened on the roof in England or when her sister sabotaged Chanel’s bakery. Chanel asks how it’s different. Jada says she will make sure that Chanel is treated fairly throughout her investigation and there will be no jumping to conclusions. Jada advises Chanel to talk to Justin as soon as possible and not to leave the city as Chanel then exits.

Philip asks how he’s supposed to help Sarah take down Xander. Sarah tells him to admit that Xander attacked him. Philip reiterates that it wasn’t him but Sarah doesn’t believe him. Sarah knows he’s worried that if he tells the truth, Xander might tell the world about he and Vivian’s fraud to take Titan. Sarah asks what if she gave him an out.

Maggie tells Xander that he sounds like a crazy person. Xander argues that he’s protecting his rights as a father and asks Maggie to get the nanny to pack Victoria’s things. Maggie refuses so Xander asks if she really wants to pick this fight with him. Maggie wants him to come to his senses and stop imagining issues where there are none. Xander questions if she’s not trying to take his daughter out of the country then. Maggie responds that she only asked Sarah and Victoria to come with her on the trip because Melissa backed out at the last minute. Xander calls that convenient. Maggie tells him to get out. Xander says he’ll go after he collects his daughter and walks out of the room, leaving Maggie frustrated.

Belle tells EJ that as district attorney, her responsibility is to the people of Salem and the truth, so it’s important she keeps an open mind about the investigation and Chanel. Belle remembers Johnny and Chanel going through a hard time when trying to adopt Tate and Sophia’s baby. EJ points out that they blamed him for preventing that from happening. Belle asks if that’s enough for Chanel to want him dead. EJ acknowledges that she seemed awfully angry in the video and remarks that people commit all kinds of desperate acts when they feel backed in to a corner.

Chanel comes out of the interrogation room and hugs Johnny, who asks if she’s okay. Chanel cries that she doesn’t know. Johnny asks what happened in there. Chanel explains that there’s apparently some video from a hidden camera where she’s saying all sorts of crazy threatening things to EJ. Chanel adds that she doesn’t remember saying any of it. Paulina states that she saw the video. Chanel argues that she didn’t really threaten EJ like that. Johnny guesses she could’ve just forgot in the heat of the moment. Chanel assures that she didn’t shoot EJ. Paulina and Johnny say they both know she didn’t. Jada comes out of the interrogation room, so Johnny demands to see the video but Jada says she can’t do that.

Xander informs Maggie that the nanny is packing Victoria’s things and getting her ready to go. Maggie tells him that he’s making a mistake. Xander responds that the only mistake he made was thinking a woman like Maggie could look at him like a son and accuses her of conspiring to steal his daughter. Maggie responds that no one is stealing his child and argues that it’s not about her. Maggie says he and Sarah need to work this out for Victoria’s sake because if he keeps escalating this war, Victoria is the one who will get hurt. Xander argues that he’s protecting Victoria since they can’t come to terms on shared custody, it’s up to the most stable parent to step up. Maggie questions that being him. Xander says he’s the CEO of a multi million dollar company, sets his own hours, and has more than enough resources to keep Victoria safe and happy. Xander says she can tell Sarah that she will regret fighting him on this. Maggie asks what that’s supposed to mean. Xander warns that they will both find out.

Sarah asks Philip what if she talks to Stephanie, Alex, and Maggie as the only three people who know what he did and make them swear to never tell a soul about the forged letter. Philip thought they already agreed to that. Sarah calls that tenuous at best and asks what if she could guarantee that if Xander comes forward to claim he’s a pretender to the Kiriakis throne, they will call him a liar. Philip questions if she believes she can convince them to do that. Sarah assures that if Philip tells the truth about what Xander did to him, they will not support him and if Xander goes to prison, Philip will become the sole CEO like he always wanted.

Maggie tells Xander that Victor would be turning over in his grave if he knew that Xander was ripping his namesake out of this house. Xander complains that all he hears about is what Victor would want and argues that she has no idea since he’s Victor’s flesh and blood, not her or Sarah. Xander asks if Victor would want him to make peace with liars who wanna steal what is his. Maggie shouts that she was Victor’s wife so she knew him better than anyone and he wouldn’t want this. Xander argues that she’s really trying to say Victor wouldn’t want him. Maggie says it always goes back to that and that Xander is feeling unloved and wanted. Maggie asks if he’s going to burn everything down because Victor didn’t claim him before he died. Xander responds that he has to do what’s right for him. Maggie asks if that’s going back to who he he was before Salem and if he’s going to be a monster that tears Victoria away from her mother without letting her say goodbye. Xander responds that he is the monster that Victor made him. Maggie shouts that she’s calling the police. Xander tells her to go ahead, pointing out that Victoria is his daughter too, so he has every right to be with her just as much as Sarah does. Xander then walks out of the room.

Belle tells EJ that she has to get back to work to check in with Jada and reminds EJ that he has a hospital to run. EJ suggests she could help him with that and says that he’s been putting together a comprehensive plan on improving the hospital’s bedside manner. EJ jokes that he can take Belle upstairs and show her as they kiss. Belle gives in and they head upstairs together.

Philip admits that Sarah’s plan is tempting so Sarah asks what the problem is. Philip worries that there’s too many variables as Alex and Stephanie could still change their mind or Vivian could still out him. Sarah asks who would believe Vivian and argues that the forgery was vetted by experts. Philip brings up that Vivian somehow proved to Xander that it was forged so who knows what proof she has and worries that it would be gone over by a different team of experts. Sarah says she gets that he’s afraid. Philip feels he’s being realistic. Sarah argues that they could make this work and he could make Xander pay for what he did to him. Philip asks if that’s really what this is about. Sarah responds that he deserves justice and admits if it works, she would get Xander out of her and her daughter’s life for good. Sarah declares that all Philip has to do is tell the truth. Philip responds that he’s sorry but he can’t help her.

Johnny, Chanel, and Paulina sit together with coffee in the town square. Chanel questions Johnny not going back to work. Johnny says not until he knows she’s okay and that Philip and Xander can wait. Paulina agrees and says Chanel always comes first. Paulina gets a text from Justin, saying he’s out of town for the week but will check in this afternoon. Chanel says maybe she won’t need him since Jada did let her go. Paulina says it’s always a good idea to have legal representation. Chanel asks if she should be worried. Johnny encourages that Chanel is innocent and Jada will see that. Chanel hopes to God he’s right.

Sarah goes home and asks Maggie where Victoria is. Maggie responds that she’s not there. Sarah questions what is going on and where she is. Maggie then reveals that Xander took her.

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Gwen wakes up in bed with a smile but is disappointed when she turns over and sees the other side of the bed is empty.

Xander goes to the Titan office with a headache and is shocked to find Philip, who happily greets him. Xander questions what the hell he’s doing in his office.

Johnny gets ready for work while Chanel points out that he barely touched his breakfast. Johnny admits he’s a little nervous about going back to work. Chanel knows it will be tough but good for him like a distraction and something to focus on instead of everything else going on. Johnny agrees as Chanel kisses him.

In the living room of the DiMera Mansion, EJ calls Rita to confirm their package was delivered. EJ tells Rita that he knew he could count on her as Tony walks in and questions what exactly Rita did for him this time.

Belle joins Jada in the interrogation room. Jada informs Belle that she hasn’t seen the footage on the memory card yet but the ballistics report on the gun just came in, so there is no doubt now that Roman’s gun was the gun used to shoot EJ.

Xander demands an answer as to what Philip is doing in his office. Philip responds that he works here. Xander says he works for the company but part of their terms was that he would stay out of his way. Philip thought they established that the only way to pull Titan back from the brink is that they come together as brothers. Xander responds that they may be blood but he will never be his brother. Philip is sorry that he feels that way but says it doesn’t change the fact that are each other’s best hope and suggests working on their relationship. Xander responds that it’s hard for him to have a relationship with him when every time he sees him, he wants to wring his neck. Philip reveals that’s why he has signed Xander up for an anger management class. Xander asks what makes him think that he needs anger management classes as he grabs Philip, who says he’s kind of making the case for him.

Gwen gets up from bed and flashes back to the night before with Xander, revealing they almost hooked up but Xander stopped and told her that he couldn’t do this and left the room. JJ then shows up at Gwen’s door.

Chanel tells Johnny that she can’t imagine being in his shoes. Johnny says everything that is happening was brought on by himself. Chanel encourages to be kinder on himself and says all that matters is that he did not go through with shooting EJ. Johnny thanks her and says he’ll see her later and he loves her very much. Chanel says she loves him too and that she’s always got his back. Johnny then leaves for work.

EJ tells Tony that Rita is an employee of the family, so he was just having her run errands. Tony talks about why Stefano admired Rita. EJ calls him paranoid and claims he was just having Rita handle business for the hospital. EJ says if he asked Rita, she wouldn’t say a word which is why they value her like Stefano did.

Belle worries that it’s one more strike against Johnny. Jada states that all it proves was that Roman’s gun was used. Belle points out that Johnny already admitted to stealing it to confront EJ that night, so this does not make Johnny look innocent. Jada calls it crazy that the judge unrecused her from the case when Johnny is Belle’s nephew. Belle says she loves Johnny and talks about people having vendettas against DiMeras, while she will at least run the case with integrity and Johnny will get a fair trial. Belle insists on doing this by the book no matter what happens. Jada notes it won’t be easy. Belle agrees but says despite the evidence, her gut is telling her that he’s innocent. Jada hopes the footage will show someone else shooting EJ. Belle then reveals that she knows it won’t.

JJ walks in to Gwen’s room and says she just missed their dad as Jack and Jennifer were just in Salem until a few days ago. JJ asks if Gwen waited until they left town to show her face again. Gwen argues that Jack hasn’t ever given a damn about her so she doesn’t schedule her life around him. JJ disagrees and says that Jack wanted a relationship and she could’ve had one with him but she spat in his face. JJ adds that she screwed up their relationship when she decided to go after his sister. Gwen complains that it always comes back to Abigail. JJ tells Gwen that he will never forgive her for what she did to Abigail. Gwen asks why the hell he is in her room then.

Paulina finds Chanel in the town square and tells her not to walk away from her. Chanel accuses Paulina of railroading her husband and says they have nothing to say to each other. Paulina disagrees and declares they are going to hash this out right now.

Jada asks if there’s something Belle is not telling her. Belle reveals that EJ had a memory of finding the camera in the living room. Jada questions EJ knowing the whole time and asks why Belle didn’t say anything until now. Belle says it didn’t seem relevant at the time because EJ also remembered taking the memory stick out of the camera before he was shot. Belle adds that when EJ got home, the camera and memory card was missing, so he has no idea that Rafe is the one who planted it and initially accused her of planting it since she was wearing a wire that night. Jada concludes that the memory card won’t have the shooting on it, but it might include the events leading up to it and give them a clearer picture of who else might have wanted EJ dead.

EJ tells Tony that Rita has always be devoted to their family. Tony guesses he was just being paranoid. Tony questions EJ being complacent that DiMera is under the control of the Kiriakis brothers. EJ tells him to blame Kristen for ousting him. Tony argues that it’s not about blame but about making things right. Tony complains that when Philip was in the hospital and Xander was arrested, it was their time to strike but they squandered it. EJ tells Tony that he is content running the hospital for now. EJ argues that no one was stopping Tony from making a play for DiMera on his own. Tony says he hears now that Xander and Philip have mended faces. EJ bets they will be at each others’ throats in no time.

Philip stretches in the office which annoys Xander. Xander accuses Philip of trying to bait him in to losing it. Philip says it’s part of his physical therapy after his brutal beating. Johnny arrives at the office. Xander admits he’s surprised he came to work today. Johnny says he can’t hide from the world forever. Philip comments to Xander on working through being accused of a crime and tells Johnny that he has their unwavering support. Johnny calls that a relief and admits he was fearing the worst when he heard they wanted to see him. Xander says he didn’t ask to see him but Philip explains that they want a video statement from them to assure they are back in business as a united front with no dissension in the ranks. Xander tells him to forget it as it’s not happening and calls it the most ridiculous idea he’s ever heard.

Gwen argues that JJ didn’t come all this way to tell her to keep Abigail’s name out of her mouth. JJ admits that he didn’t and picks up the necklace from her nightstand and says he’s here about that. Gwen complains that Chad and Julie sent him. JJ says Julie is the owner of the necklace. Gwen says not anymore as she bought it fair and square. JJ tells Gwen that she’s been had then because what she bought was stolen property and he’s within his rights to return it to it’s proper owner which Gwen disagrees with.

Tony hopes EJ is right that things between Xander and Philip is only temporary but he’s not going to wait around for their relationship to deteriorate again. Tony suggests trying to find a disgruntled Titan employee to sabotage their CEOs. EJ questions the point since Tony is enjoying retirement with Anna and not planning on running the company. Tony thinks it’s vital that they get the company back in the family with one of them at the helm. EJ says not to look to him. Tony mocks him being too focused on the hospital while Kristen’s reign was a disaster. EJ brings up one other option. Tony says he hasn’t had any luck trying to contact Stefan. EJ then reveals he’s talking about Johnny.

Xander refuses to send out a video. Philip feels they need to do something because the stock price plummeted after Xander’s arrest. Xander questions drawing more attention to all the chaos. Philip feels the only way through is to address all the craziness directly. Xander asks Johnny to back him up but Johnny says that what Philip is suggesting could work. Johnny says his background comes from entertainment and not the corporate world but he’s seen many people save careers with a well written statement. Xander thinks there’s plenty of results that show the opposite. Philip talks about the shareholders being in a panic since Xander was accused of attacking him and says that them releasing a statement together would quell all that. Xander reluctantly agrees to do it, so Johnny asks when they want to do it. Philip suggests right now.

Chanel tells Paulina that she doesn’t have time for this as she has a business to run. Paulina argues that she’s trying to do her job too and wishes she didn’t have to have Johnny arrested, but points out the optics. Chanel questions Paulina just being worried about how it would look for her. Paulina says it’s how it would look for Johnny, them, the police department and the whole city hall. Chanel complains that Paulina believes Johnny is guilty as sin. Paulina admits that she does, but she’s praying to God that she’s wrong.

Belle knows the footage is a gamechanger for the case but feels it’s all convenient and they will have trouble using it in court without knowing who dropped it off, questioning it showing up after Johnny’s arrest. Jada says someone wanted to get it in Belle’s hands and get her attention.

Gwen demands the necklace back. JJ says it belongs to his family. Gwen stands in his way and argues that it’s her necklace. JJ repeats that it’s stolen property. Gwen argues that he has no proof. JJ brings up the police report. Gwen asks if Julie has proof that it belonged to her first. Gwen then grabs the necklace back from JJ and declares that if Julie wants it back so badly, she can sue her for it but that will take a really long time. JJ says if that’s the way she wants to play it, she’s just making it harder and more expensive on herself. Gwen calls it so much more enjoyable and tells JJ to get the hell out of her room if there’s nothing else.

Paulina tells Chanel that she’s hoping her gut is wrong. Chanel doesn’t believe her and argues that Paulina hates nothing more than admitting she’s wrong. Chanel argues that there must be something she could do to protect Johnny. Paulina wishes she could but says they have to let it play out in court and she can’t give any suspect special treatment. Paulina asks if Chanel understands that. Chanel admits she believes Paulina is doing what she believes is right. Chanel cries that she’s trying to be strong for Johnny but she’s about to break as she can’t lose him. Paulina encourages her to keep the faith. Paulina adds that there’s a chance that new evidence will be found, an alibi, or a new suspect. Paulina tells Chanel that if she runs out of strength, she can grab onto hers as they hug.

Johnny hands Xander and Philip a script for them to read from for their video statement. Xander argues that nobody talks like that. Johnny says they can take the bullet points and make it their own. Johnny adds that what’s key is that they both come off relaxed and like they like each other. Philip comments on that being easy for them.

Tony questions EJ wanting Johnny to run DiMera Enterprises. EJ asks why that’s such an absurd idea. Tony says he’s as big a fan of Johnny as anyone but points out his minimal business experience. EJ says they will guide him. Tony argues that Johnny doesn’t need a mentor even if he wasn’t being convicted of attempted murder. EJ states that Johnny is innocent while Tony argues that Johnny will be spending more time in court than running the company, especially if he’s convicted. EJ shouts that he knows for sure Johnny is going to beat this and that is never going to happen. Tony questions how he knows for sure. EJ points out that the case is young so there’s plenty of time for new evidence. Tony guesses that EJ has already arranged for that to happen.

Jada and Belle talk about getting the memory card back and there being no fingerprints on it, so whoever sent it wants to remain anonymous. Jada asks Belle if she’s ready to find out what is on it. Belle says she’s as ready as she’ll ever be.

JJ tells Gwen that this is pathetic and he knows exactly what it’s about. JJ believes Gwen wants to torture the Hortons because Jack started a family with Jennifer instead of her mother and that’s why she hated Abigail so much. Gwen complains that they had everything and that she needed a father too, pointing out that she had nobody after her mother died. Gwen talks about what it was like to grow up in a group home with no friends or family. Gwen says by the time she found Jack, he had no more love to give to her because he had his kids and grandkids. Gwen adds that even if Jack wanted a relationship with her, there was no room for her to be his daughter. Gwen asks if JJ has anything else to say to her. JJ responds that he actually does and tells Gwen to get over it.

EJ claims to have no idea what Tony is talking about. Tony talks about EJ being both Johnny’s attorney and alleged victim, so he advises EJ not interfere with the case at all. Tony warns that EJ can’t game the system when the stakes are this high. EJ thanks him for his concern but says that he just meant that he knows in his heart that Johnny did not shoot him and he’s confident that new evidence will arise. Tony hopes EJ is right. EJ assures that he is and tells Tony to let him focus on Johnny’s case while Tony can try to get the company back like Stefano would have wanted, not just for them but for all of Stefano’s grandchildren too. Tony says that includes the family that Johnny and Chanel will have as he exits the room. EJ remarks to himself that’s if they make it that far.

Xander calls Philip insufferable. Philip asks him to fake it. Xander says he’s pretended to like him for months. They argue until Philip decides they are not filming the video now, worrying that if it’s not perfect then it could damage Titan even further. Xander agrees and says he has a massive headache so he suggests they try again after lunch. Johnny suggests they rehearse a few times because right now, it feels like they want to kill each other. Johnny then exits the room.

Chanel tells Paulina that she shouldn’t be talking to her about the case as EJ asked her not to. Paulina questions her listening to EJ instead of her own mother. Chanel acknowledges that EJ is the expert here and claims to have Johnny’s best interests at heart. Paulina understands and warns her to be careful around EJ. Chanel assures that she’s not blind to who EJ is but she wants Johnny to have the best representation possible and right now, that’s EJ. Paulina worries that EJ always has some trick up his sleeve, so she doesn’t want this to backfire on Johnny or Chanel.

Belle and Jada are shocked by what they see on the memory card. Belle asks what to do now. Jada responds that they have to do their jobs and notify the mayor. Jada then calls Paulina and asks her to get to the police station as there’s some new evidence that she needs to see for herself. Paulina responds that she’s on her way. Chanel asks if everything is okay. Paulina admits that she doesn’t know.

JJ tells Gwen again to get over it. JJ points out that Abigail is dead while Gwen is very much alive, so she can continue being jealous of a dead woman or she can use the opportunity to change her life for the better. Gwen laughs off that her life is fine, pointing out that she’s healthy, young, and now filthy rich thanks to her gay husband. Gwen asks what more she could ask for. JJ says a family that cares and loves her in good times and bad. JJ points out that’s what all this has been about. JJ can’t say if they will ever get along but says she’s wrong about Jack as there is room in his heart for another daughter, now more than ever. JJ adds that considering how things went down last time, it would have to be Gwen who extends the olive branch. Gwen asks how to do that. JJ is sure she’ll think of something and tells Gwen that he’ll see her around as he exits the room.

Philip brings Xander a cup of herbal tea. Xander remarks that he’s not being subtle if he’s trying to poison him. Philip notes Xander being on edge and asks what kind of trouble he got in to last night. Xander tells him to knock off trying to be nice to him. Philip questions Xander not liking him to be mean or nice and asks what he should be. Xander tells him to be invisible. Xander says they will get the video done and stabilize the company, but he’s not sure how much longer he can work with someone who makes his skin crawl. Philip responds that Xander could quit.

EJ gets a call from Belle and says he thought she’d be too swamped to call him. Belle says that she is but something came up at work that concerns him. Belle informs EJ that they recovered the memory card from the night he was shot and she thinks he needs to see it for himself, which makes EJ smile.

Johnny joins Chanel in the town square and tells her that his work day is going well and he’s just taking lunch while Xander and Philip get their act together. Johnny asks how Chanel’s day is going. Chanel says that Paulina was there and they kind of made up, so she hopes that’s not weird for him. Johnny says not at all and that Chanel has been his rock through all of this, so he wants her to have the support she needs. Chanel calls it interesting that no one will fight for them as hard as their parents will. Johnny asks if that means she’s come to terms with EJ representing him. Chanel says he knows that she doesn’t like it, but since he thinks it’s best, she will back him up because they are in this together. Chanel acknowledges believing that EJ will do whatever it takes to prove Johnny is innocent.

Paulina joins Jada and Belle in the interrogation room, asking them to show her the video footage of the night EJ was shot. Jada starts to warn her but Paulina says she doesn’t have all day so Jada plays the video. Paulina is shocked to see the video showing Chanel confronting EJ the night he was shot and going off on him, warning him that Johnny would never forgive him. Paulina remembers Chanel saying she laid in to EJ that night. They continue watching the video where Chanel warned EJ that she wouldn’t let him live long enough to hurt Johnny or anyone else she cares about ever again, leaving Paulina in disbelief.

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Belle goes home and is surprised to see Marlena, questioning why she’s up late. Marlena responds that she was waiting for her.

Arianna walks towards the Brady Pub but stops when she sees Roman putting the “closed” sign on the door.

Xander has a drink at the Bistro as he flashes back to being with Sarah on the 4th of July last year.

Sarah sits at home, having the same flashback to last year’s 4th of July.

Leo guesses Gwen didn’t come to work things out. Gwen says it might be hard for him to believe, but her world does not revolve around him. Gwen adds that she came to take care of some business. Leo then notices the necklace and points out that it belongs to Julie. Gwen says not anymore and it now belongs to her. Leo calls it stolen property. Gwen says that possession is 9/10 of the law and she paid a lot of money for it, so she’s not giving it back. Leo questions Gwen being able to live with herself, knowing she has a stolen family heirloom. Gwen tells Leo not to lecture her after he posed as her best friend and stole something far more important. Javi interrupts to question what she is talking about. Gwen tells Leo that she hates him with every fiber of her being and declares that she will make him very sorry for what he’s done. Leo says he can’t begin to tell her how much he deeply regrets what he did and says he has paid dearly for it which Gwen questions. Leo says maybe the news didn’t make it to where ever she has been for the past year and a half as he informs her that Dimitri dumped him for a paramour he met in prison and did it through a letter as Javi watches on. Gwen laughs off the idea of caring that Dimitri dumped him and brings up that Dimitri never gave her divorce papers, so she’s loving still being his wife legally since she has full control over Dimitri’s vast fortune. Gwen asks if he’s jealous. Leo responds that some things are more important than money. Gwen asks if he read that in a self help book. Leo says he’s being serious. Gwen says she doesn’t know when he’s being serious, funny, or ironic because he’s a lying, swindling backstabber. Gwen tells Javi that he has no idea what he’s gotten himself in to and warns that he will soon enough as she walks away. Javi turns to Leo and asks if he wants to tell him what the hell that was all about.

Belle questions Marlena waiting up for her and says she texted Brady that something came up with work. Marlena asks if it had to do with Johnny’s case.

Arianna sneaks in to the Brady Pub but Roman catches her and asks where exactly she’s going. Arianna claims she was going upstairs to say hi to Kate but Roman says she’s already gone to bed. Arianna says in that case, she should just go. Roman stops her and thinks she didn’t really come to see Kate, but to see Doug Williams III.

Doug III sits in his room, counting his money but worries that it’s not going to cut it. He looks over at the note left for him that said “it’d be a shame if something happened to those pretty faces”

Sarah looks at old photos of her and Xander on her phone until Bonnie walks in and greets her. Bonnie offers her a drink but Sarah declines. Bonnie notes that Sarah put her phone away quickly when she came in, so she asks what she was looking at. Sarah says it was just some photos. Bonnie hopes they weren’t photos of her and Xander because that’s not going to help, but guesses that it was. Bonnie asks if Sarah is not having a very good 4th and if she wants to talk about it. Sarah informs her that she ran in to Xander in the town square and it turned out they can’t even be civil with each other on a national holiday. Bonnie swears that time heals all wounds, but for now she says good riddance to Xander.

Xander orders another drink as Gwen arrives and comments on him looking miserable. Xander is shocked to see Gwen as she sits at his table.

Belle tells Marlena that without going in to detail, an important piece of evidence turned up in Johnny’s case. Marlena asks if it’s good for Johnny. Belle says they have to wait until it’s evaluated in the morning, but confirms that it could be an important clue as to who really did shoot EJ.

Arianna knows Roman thinks she’s involved with Doug III since Rafe gave an earful but insists that he’s wrong and assures that there’s nothing going on between them so he has no need to worry. Arianna says she’ll be back to say hi tomorrow and tells Roman that she loves him as she quickly exits the Pub.

Sarah tells Bonnie that she’s a little bit surprised that she’s happy to be rid of Xander as she thought she found her way back in to his corner. Bonnie says she did until she found out what he did to Philip and calls the thought horrific. Bonnie recalls when Sarah persuaded her to lie about Rex being the father of her baby because she was horrified that Xander would do what he just did.

Gwen tells Xander that she heard about Sarah. Xander guesses bad news traveled across the pond. Gwen gives her condolences which Xander notes almost sounded sincere. Gwen admits she wasn’t always the biggest fan of he and Sarah being together. Gwen says they had their ups and downs and weathered some storms, but they are married now with a daughter so she thought this time it would stick. Xander responds that he did too.

Javi questions Leo following Gwen to Iceland just to have sex with her husband behind her back, which Leo confirms is what happened. Javi knew Leo had done things he’s not proud of but he didn’t think Leo could be disloyal to his best friend. Leo asks if Javi is now thinking he doesn’t know him as well as he thought he did. Javi confirms that’s exactly what he’s thinking.

Arianna sneaks in through Doug III’s window and explains that Roman caught her coming up the stairs. Doug III questions why she came. Arianna responds that she had to see him, but questions if he really thought she would hook up with him after he basically threw her out of the Pub yesterday. Doug III tries to tell her it’s not what she thinks. Arianna says she’d love to know what he thinks and goes over how he first gave her his key, then took it back and shoved her out the door. Arianna calls it the definition of mixed signals and asks what the hell is going on with him.

Belle tells Marlena that the last thing she wants is to be prosecuting Johnny. Marlena questions how this is going to go. Belle acknowledges that EJ is a formidable opponent and he’s defending his son, so she knows he will go for the jugular. Belle adds that at the end of the day, she and EJ want the same outcome for Johnny to be found not guilty. Belle hopes it won’t even go to trial and they can put all of this behind them.

Leo swears to Javi that he regrets the way he treated Gwen as she was his BFF and he adored her. Leo praises Gwen and says she was so good to him, but he threw away their beautiful friendship for a man, who then threw him away the first chance he got. Leo acknowledges that after how he treated Gwen, he probably deserved karmic retribution. Javi points out that Gwen seems to think he deserved more. Leo says maybe she’s right and maybe that includes losing Javi because he doesn’t deserve him.

Sarah appreciates Bonnie trying to make her feel better by taking her side. Bonnie guesses she still loves Xander. Sarah wishes she didn’t but says the heart wants what it wants. Bonnie relates to that with her first husband. Bonnie says she did everything to make that work, including having three kids. Bonnie talks about how he would get drunk and beat her, then promise to change and she always believed him. Bonnie says it may have gone on forever if her daughter Mimi hadn’t killed him. Bonnie talks about Mimi being so traumatized from the violence. Bonnie adds that she’s not saying Victoria would have violence in her genes as she doesn’t believe anyone is born that way. Bonnie tells Sarah that she does not want to raise her daughter in that kind of environment with someone who can inflict that kind of pain.

Gwen imagines it must be quite difficult for Xander as she knows how much he loved Sarah. Gwen admits the power of that love drove her up the walls when she and Xander were together. Gwen adds that if she hadn’t been so insecure about Xander’s love for her, maybe she wouldn’t have gone along with Kristen revealing the truth about Sarah not leaving Xander willingly and that she was just stuck on that island. Gwen admits she was afraid to take that gamble as she thought as long as Sarah was around, Xander would never love her as much. Gwen remarks that she has a toxic relationship with the truth, noting that toxicity has served her well at times but not other times. Gwen thinks about if she told him the truth and asks if Xander ever thinks what if. Xander says he never does. Gwen says that she does in a constant loop in regards to them.

Doug III tells Arianna that he’s so sorry about yesterday as he just had something to take care of that couldn’t wait. Arianna says she is his friend and wants to know what happened. Doug III then informs her that he had to meet this guy who he owes a lot of money to.

Javi tells Leo that it’s not like he hasn’t made plenty of mistakes as he’s not a saint. Leo argues that Javi is a firefighter, while all he does is set his house and heart on fire. Javi states that everyone has regrets and secrets. Leo asks if he does. Javi confirms that he does as there are some things he wishes he could do differently, while some things he would never change.

Belle is sorry that Marlena waited up for her and suggests she go to bed as she looks exhausted. Marlena admits it wasn’t just about waiting up for her and that she is tired but wonders if she got overstimulated by going to see the fireworks with Brady and Rachel because she tried to go to sleep, but couldn’t. Belle notes that’s not the first time. Belle tells Marlena that her room is right down the hall, so she can hear her pacing at night. Marlena is sorry to keep her up while Belle is sorry that she’s having trouble sleeping. Marlena states that in the last year, when she couldn’t sleep it wasn’t a problem because if she was alone in bed, she knew at some point that John would be coming home but now they know he’s not coming home. Marlena talks about the rush of phone calls, messages, and flowers pouring in and then everyone has to go back to their own life while she’s left alone to grieve. Belle argues that she’s not alone and promises that she’s not going anywhere. Belle tells Marlena that she loves her. Marlena responds that she loves her so much.

Sarah tells Bonnie that she is so sorry for what she went through. Sarah says her situation with Xander is very different as Xander has never laid a finger on her or Victoria and he never would. Bonnie argues that Xander reserves that for people who cross him or get in his way. Bonnie says she’s not telling Sarah how to live her life, but she honestly believes that Victoria and Sarah are better off now that Xander is gone.

Xander comments on Gwen’s necklace. Gwen calls it quite expensive and says she decided to treat herself. Xander guesses she cracked open the piggy bank of Dimitri which Gwen confirms. Gwen declares that it’s now all her money and says she earned it because Dimitri thought he played her for a fool. Gwen asks who is the fool now which Xander toasts to. Gwen brings up Theresa’s scam and says now that Xander has come in to his own inheritance, he could buy and sell the whole town. Xander confirms that his motel days are over. Gwen relates to how free it was to go get a room at the Salem Inn and not have to worry about bills. They laugh about their old dealings at the Salem Inn. Gwen offers to buy them another round of drinks and then he can walk to her room. Xander points out that the gentleman always buys.

Arianna questions who Doug III owes money to. He says it’s not important and tells Arianna that she shouldn’t be around him because it’s not safe. Arianna says she’s a big girl and can take care of herself. She remarks that she likes bad boys. Arianna that points out that they are already up here, so she kisses him.

Marlena decides she will try to get some sleep. Belle thinks that’s a good idea. Marlena stumbles when she gets up so Belle asks if she’s okay. Marlena claims she’s fine but Belle asks what is going on and if there’s something she’s not telling her.

Leo and Javi watch over Tesoro sleeping in his crib. Leo talks about Tesoro having his heart. Javi jokes about Gwen saying Leo had been domesticated and comments on them being a family. Javi says he could imagine it someday. Leo admits he sees the appeal of the white picket fence and kids. Leo doesn’t think that’s in the cards for him but Javi disagrees based on how he’s seen Leo with Tesoro. Javi calls him a natural. Leo argues that he’s just a decent babysitter and talks about not learning from his parents, so if he had a kid, the wisest thing for him to do would be to drop it off at the safe haven like Tesoro’s mother did.

Sarah tells Bonnie that regardless of her feelings for Xander, they still have to figure out a custody arrangement for Victoria. Bonnie guesses that’s not going so well. Sarah says they started to talk about it and thought they were getting somewhere, but then Xander blew up at her, so she doesn’t know what’s going to happen. Bonnie questions what she means. Bonnie warns Sarah that Xander is going to fight dirty, so she needs to fight fire with fire and hit him where it hurts. Sarah questions how to do that.

Xander and Gwen drunkenly walk through the town square as Xander tells her a story that makes her laugh. Gwen calls Xander the one who got away. Xander comments on her holding onto him tightly now. Gwen apologizes and guesses she can’t handle her drinks like she used to. Xander says he remembers fondly that Gwen could drink a sailor under the table. Gwen says he’s looking at the more refined Gwen and jokes about being a cheaper date. Xander asks if Gwen is thinking there might be a chance for them now that he and Sarah have broken up. Gwen stutters a bit and then asks if there is. Gwen then kisses Xander.

Marlena tells Belle that she’s fine and mentions having a checkup with Sarah a few days ago which showed all her tests were completely normal. Belle suggests Marlena try sleeping on the couch since she had trouble sleeping in the bed. Marlena calls that a good idea. Belle decides she will sit with her until she falls asleep which Marlena admits she would like.

Javi thinks any child would be lucky to have Leo as a dad. Leo jokes about Tesoro waking up at 2 AM. Javi says that gives them a few hours to make fireworks of their own if he’s up for it. Leo assures that he is up for it as they kiss.

Arianna asks Doug III if he still thinks she should stay away from him as they continue kissing.

Bonnie says if Sarah is asking her how to fight dirty, she’s come to the right place. Bonnie suggests she could bankrupt Xander’s company, hire a hooker to have an affair with him, or just pin the crime that they already know he committed by getting Philip to admit Xander assaulted him, then Xander will go to jail and her problems vanish. Sarah points out that would present an entirely different problem since Xander refuses to admit what he did, so she questions how she would get him to confess.

Xander tells Gwen that he should go. Gwen suggests he should go up to her room. Gwen then pulls Xander with her in to the Salem Inn, surprising Javi and Leo who watch from nearby.

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Stephanie and Alex sit in the park together, watching the fireworks as they kiss.

At the hospital, Javi is pacing until he gets to ask Kayla how his firefighter partner is doing. She informs him that he suffered from heat exhaustion but will be okay which relieves Javi. Kayla says when they finish his IV, he can go back on duty. Javi wishes he didn’t have to but they can’t afford to be a man down on the 4th of July. Javi complains that the fireworks kept the baby up. Kayla asks how the baby is doing. Javi responds that he’s a perfect little angel.

Leo tries to stop the baby from crying at home. Gabi tries to advise him as Arianna comes in, covering her ears from the crying. Leo hands the baby to Gabi as he worries that something is really wrong with Tesoro.

At the Horton house, the doorbell rings so Chad goes to answer it. Julie calls it kind of late for anyone to be showing up. Chad calls out that she’s not going to believe this. Chad opens the door further, revealing Gwen Rizczech has returned! Gwen walks in and wishes them a Happy Independence Day, while she is wearing Alice’s stolen necklace, leaving Julie shocked. Julie questions how Gwen got her hands on Alice’s necklace. Gwen explains that she got the rest of Dimitri’s inheritance from when she married him and that’s how she got the necklace. Julie argues that Hope told her the necklace would arrive tomorrow and she didn’t say anything about her. Gwen explains that she swore them to secrecy as she was on holiday when Hope and Bo tracked her down. Gwen says she agreed to cut her holiday short if she could come surprise Julie, so she hopped on an early flight and here she is.

Alex and Stephanie finish watching the fireworks. Alex calls it much better than last year since he didn’t have her last year. Stephanie suggests finishing their food before it gets cold but Alex says he has a better idea. Alex turns on music on his phone and asks Stephanie to dance. Stephanie notes him being in a romantic mood tonight.

Rafe goes to the police station and gets a call from Sami. Rafe says he has been looking after Arianna like she asked. Rafe adds that he was not aware of that but he will take care of it as he hangs up.

Gabi complains about what she did with Arianna not working on Tesoro. Arianna offers to try and takes the baby. Leo appreciates them trying to help as he has no idea what else to do. Gabi acknowledges that babies can be a handful. Leo decides he’s taking him to the hospital. Gabi thinks he might be overreacting but Leo says he won’t know for sure unless he gets him checked out.

Kayla informs Javi that the new hospital management has decreed that they have to supply their own coffee, but she plans on having a talk with EJ about the budget. Kayla tells Javi that she has him covered as she thinks he will need the coffee for a long night.

Chad doesn’t understand how Alice’s necklace made it from Salem to Europe. Gwen explains that she bought it from a broker who had acquired it from Melinda Trask. Julie points out that it was stolen from this room by her late husband’s no good grandson. Gwen recalls hearing something about that and about Doug’s passing. Gwen says she was very sorry to hear about that as Doug was a very good man and always very kind and respectful towards her. Julie thanks her and says she’s always pleased to hear happy memories about Doug. Julie adds that she appreciates Gwen coming all this way to return a Horton family heirloom and says she will take it back now, but Gwen says she’s misunderstood. Gwen declares that she has no intention of giving the necklace to anyone as she sees it as hers to keep.

Alex thanks Stephanie for convincing Kate to take the Titan job offer. Stephanie calls it a team effort. Alex says he was panicking about Titan-DiMera sinking. Stephanie assures that Kate will be great and bring in a lot of money for the company. Alex assures her book will be a roaring success. Stephanie can’t believe she outed herself as the author of One Stormy Night. Alex encourages that it wasn’t that big of a deal and that Kate would’ve found out eventually as she’s way too savvy to be kept in the dark on that. Stephanie worries that the more people who know means the more who could find out. Stephanie can’t imagine her family knowing that she wrote something so erotic. Alex thinks when they officially attach a pen name, she’ll feel a lot less anxious about it. Stephanie says she hasn’t really had time to think about it and asks if Alex has any ideas. Alex jokes about how they come up with stripper names.

Leo brings Tesoro to the hospital and asks Kayla if something’s wrong with him. After checking him out, Kayla concludes that he’s fine and just having tummy troubles. Leo worries about whether he fed him too much or not enough. Kayla suggests he could just be sensitive to the formula and offers some samples of another brand. Leo jokes that Tesoro just have expensive taste like him. Kayla admits to being surprised to see Leo like this. Leo acknowledges that he’s known to be selfish but says the baby makes it impossible not to care about him, adding that he has captured the hearts of everyone at the Hernandez house.

Arianna tells Gabi that she still finds it hard to believe that anyone trusted Leo to take care of baby. Gabi says it’s crazy but he actually seems pretty good with the kid, even if taking him to the hospital was an overreaction, it at least shows he cares. Arianna jokes that it’s even harder to believe that Leo cares about someone other than himself. Arianna says that she doesn’t know what Javi sees in Leo. Gabi talks about how she tried to talk Javi out of letting Leo move in, but blames Rafe’s heart for allowing it. Arianna guesses that’s why Rafe helped them foster the baby. Arianna wonders why Tesoro’s mom gave him up. Gabi says it could be for any number of reasons. Gabi remembers when she was pregnant with Arianna and how she was young and scared. Gabi says she would give anything to be able to have another baby, she admits she had her doubts about if she’d be a good mom. Rafe comes home and says he’d say she turned out to be a great one as Gabi hugs him.

Julie questions Gwen saying she’s going to keep the necklace. Gwen says she told Hope that she would bring it back to Salem which she has done, but she didn’t say anything about giving it up. Chad points out that now she knows it’s stolen. Gwen says her broker didn’t say anything about that and she only knows what she paid for it which was quite a lot. Julie talks about how Gwen just happened to buy a necklace that happened to belong to Alice Horton. Julie doesn’t think it’s a coincidence. Gwen admits she might have read in the Spectator that it was stolen and remarks that the paper has really gone downhill since she sold Chad her half. Chad questions Gwen buying the necklace just so Julie couldn’t have it and asks if she’s really that petty. Gwen asks if he’s really that surprised, arguing that the Hortons haven’t been that nice to her over the years. Gwen admits it might be petty but calls it satisfying and fun. Julie says Gwen has had her cheap thrill and asks how much she wants for the necklace.

Stephanie tells Alex that maybe she could come up with a name from her Grandma’s old romance novels as she had a whole collection in her house. Stephanie recalls Jack being inspired to write a romance novel of his own, but he never got it off the ground. Alex remembers Kate mentioning that Jack tried to take credit for her manuscript. Alex bets Stephanie is happy she didn’t write about her own life. Stephanie asks who says she didn’t and tells him that she couldn’t make all of it up, so some details are autobiographical. Alex questions which details. Stephanie jokes that he would like to know.

Kayla informs Leo that they are no longer allowed to give out free samples of baby formula and blames EJ’s budget cuts. Leo guesses EJ buying the hospital didn’t solve the problems after all. Kayla thinks it made things worse. Leo comments on all the Spectator stories about EJ’s shooting. Javi then comes over and is shocked to see them, questioning what Leo is doing there and if everything is okay with Tesoro.

Rafe comments that Arianna is living proof of Gabi being a great mother. Rafe is surprised that Arianna doesn’t have big plans for the 4th. Arianna says she and Holly talked about meeting up earlier, but Holly ran in to Tate and she’s not looking to be a third wheel. Arianna adds that she thinks Sophia probably just wants to sleep until the baby is born. Rafe questions if no cute boys have asked her out. Arianna claims that she’s not looking to date anyone right now. Rafe asks if she’s sure about that. Arianna questions what he means. Rafe explains that he hears Arianna has been spending a lot of time with a certain someone. Gabi questions who, so Rafe reveals it’s Douglas Williams III.

Gwen asks what makes Julie think the necklace is for sale. Julie argues that she knows Gwen and that she never passes up an opportunity to get rich quick. Gwen responds that she is filthy rich. Gwen remarks that her Horton fortune would barely make a difference to her net worth. Chad questions if she flew all this way to spite them. Gwen confirms she did and mocks their faces, saying it was worth every penny and jet lag. Chad complains about her but Gwen says not to write her off yet and admits she might have other reasons to visit. Gwen says she was looking for the right time to tie up some loose ends and when Bo and Hope showed up, she decided now was the time.

Kayla tells Javi about her recommendation of baby formula. Javi tells Leo that he’s at the end of his shift so he will go home with him and thanks Kayla. Kayla tells them to enjoy the baby and says he’s lucky to have them looking out for him. Leo responds that they are the lucky ones. Kayla tells Tesoro to feel better and says goodbye as Javi and Leo exit with the baby.

Arianna claims not to know who Doug III is. Rafe says he has a witness at the Pub who said otherwise. Arianna asks if she’s a perp. Gabi questions someone seeing them at the Pub. Rafe reveals that Roman said they’ve been spending a lot of time together and that she was making googly eyes at Doug III. Arianna denies that and says they were just talking and she was being friendly. Gabi points out that she said she didn’t know who he was. Arianna claims she forgot his last name. Gabi brings up that Doug III is a bit older. Arianna says not really. Gabi realizes he’s the one who stole Julie’s necklace and questions what is going on with them. Arianna claims it’s nothing and that they were both just new in town. Arianna admits he’s cute while Rafe advises her to be careful because he understands Doug III might be bad news. Arianna responds that she sort of figured that out for herself. Gabi questions what that means. Arianna explains that Doug III is flaky and one minute wants to hang out then one minute wants nothing to do with her which she calls annoying. Arianna tells them not to freak out because Doug III is totally not interested anymore.

Alex demands Stephanie tell him which parts of her novel are true and tries to guess which chapter. Stephanie suggests they play the “never have I ever” game where they have to take a drink if it’s something they have done. Alex calls it the type of game girls play at a slumber party. Alex starts by saying he’s never wrote about his own life in a romance novel. Stephanie argues that he can’t say something so obvious as the point is to learn something new. Alex calls that an excuse, so Stephanie drinks. Stephanie then says she has never gone skinny dipping, causing Alex to take a drink. Stephanie says she knew it and tells Alex to come up with something good. Alex states that he has never told Stephanie that he loves her.

Leo and Javi walk through the town square with Tesoro. Leo hopes the new formula does the trick as he was starting to worry that it was him. Javi encourages that Leo is great with Tesoro. Leo admits maybe he’s getting used to the whole parenting thing. Leo says when Javi first brought the baby home, he couldn’t wait to pass him off to someone else but now he can’t imagine letting him go even though it’s only been a day. Javi comments that babies have a way of stealing hearts.

Chad is sure that Gwen has plenty of other people to terrorize and annoy, so he says not to let them keep her. Gwen asks if Jack is in town. Julie tells her that she missed him a few days ago. Chad says that’s a good thing as he’s been through enough. Gwen mentions hearing about the Abigail impostor. Gwen says even though she and Jack are not on speaking terms, he didn’t deserve that. Julie says at least they agree on something. Gwen decides she will get checked in to her hotel room and says it was lovely seeing them again. Julie stops Gwen and warns that this isn’t over as she’s getting the necklace back one way or another. Gwen asks if she’s going to murder her for it. Julie calls that an idea and warns that Gwen hasn’t seen nothing yet. Gwen mocks her as she walks out of the house while Chad comforts Julie.

Arianna decides she will go hang out with Holly and Tate after all. Gabi thought she didn’t want to be a third wheel. Arianna complains that it doesn’t sound so bad compared to finding out her privacy has been violated. Arianna remarks that she’ll walk slow so they can watch her from the bushes. Gabi tells her not to be mad at Rafe and argues that he was just looking out for her. Arianna shouts that she doesn’t need anyone looking out for her in a creepy stalker way. Arianna declares that she’s 18 which means she can take care of herself and hang out with whoever she wants. Gabi tells her to calm down and says they understand she’s an adult but they still want her to be safe. Rafe apologizes for busting her and says he just worries about her. Arianna says she forgives him this time. Gabi tells Arianna not to be home late as she exits. Gabi then questions Rafe still talking to Sami. Rafe asks if he has to remind her that he’s an adult too. Gabi asks about his other ex and hopes that he and Jada didn’t get in to it at the police station. Rafe says they mostly kept it civil. Gabi asks why Jada called him to the station. Rafe responds that it hasn’t been confirmed yet, but it looks like someone may have turned in the memory card from his camera.

Stephanie guesses she doesn’t have to drink since she’s never said that before either. Alex responds that he’s serious and tells Stephanie that he loves her. Alex adds that he’s never in his life felt like this about any woman before. Alex calls her the first woman he’s ever felt deeply for right away and the first woman that made him truly want to settle down and try something real. Alex thinks part of him knew to wait to say it until he meant it. Alex repeats that he loves her and says he probably should’ve said it a lot sooner but he thinks a big part of him was afraid because things ended so bad between them and it was his fault. Alex says that broke his heart and he didn’t want to risk that happening again. Stephanie asks why he’s saying it now. Alex asks how he could not while looking at her. Alex praises Stephanie and declares that he’s felt this way for far too long not to say it out loud. Stephanie responds that she loves him too as they kiss.

Arianna walks past the Brady Pub and texts Holly that if anyone asks, she’s with her tonight. The loan shark that Doug III has been dealing with then comes around the corner behind her.

Julie finishes a call with Hope and explains to Chad that Hope kept Gwen’s return secret because she knew it was the only way to get Gwen to come back to Salem, but she had no idea Gwen planned to keep the necklace. Julie declares that Gwen is not going to get away with it. Chad agrees and says they will wait until JJ gets off his shift, so they can fill him in and see if he has any ideas on how to get the necklace back from the law enforcement side. Julie brings up everything they went through to try to prove ownership when Melinda had the necklace. Chad points out all the witnesses who saw the necklace come from the time capsule including Jennifer, Lucas, Steven, and Ciara. Julie prays that’s the way it turns out as she hates the idea of Gwen lording the necklace over the Horton family. Julie wishes she didn’t care so much, but she does.

Leo and Javi eat together in the town square. Leo says he’s glad Javi and his partner are okay. Javi is glad no one else got hurt and asks about Leo’s day at the Spectator. Leo says it’s been crazy trying to get the scoop on Johnny’s arrest. Leo says that Johnny swears he didn’t do it and he’s inclined to believe him because he knows Johnny is a good kid, so he thinks there’s more to the story. Javi credits that to Leo’s big heart until Gwen appears, shocking Leo. Gwen remarks that even if Leo had a heart, it wouldn’t be any bigger than a cockroach.

Alex and Stephanie continue kissing in the park. Alex asks if they should go home. Stephanie suggests one more round of “never have I ever” and then remarks that she’s never made love in the park, so she thinks it would be the first time for both of them. Alex asks what if they get caught. Stephanie says no one is around and it’s late so no one will be out jogging. Alex decides he likes this game as they continue kissing and get down on their picnic blanket.

Gabi asks Rafe how the police found the memory card and if they caught the person who took it. Rafe explains that it was sent anonymously to Belle. Gabi asks if they know what’s on it and if it shows EJ’s shooting. Rafe says no one has watched it yet because Jada wants to run it through forensics and that’s all been delayed because of the holiday. Rafe hopes to God that it shows who shot EJ and proves that Johnny is innocent. Gabi hopes so too because if she has to testify against EJ’s son, then who knows what EJ will do.

The loan shark begins to approach Arianna but Kayla arrives and greets her which stops him. Kayla hugs Arianna and advises her to be safe tonight because of so many people ending up in the hospital on the 4th of July. Arianna assures that she will be perfectly safe.

Julie apologizes to Chad, feeling she must be coming off like a crazy old woman obsessing over a piece of jewelry. Chad stops her and says he understands it’s far more than that and that the necklace is linked to Alice and rediscovered on the day of Doug’s funeral so it means much more. Julie says the moment they found it, they thought it was a gift from Doug and then his lying grandson stole it. Chad asks if they get the necklace back, if it will soften her resentment towards Doug III or if she will be able to mend that relationship. Julie admits she doesn’t know.

Javi questions Gwen calling Leo “Matty”. Leo responds that his real name is Matthew Cooper and he’ll explain later. Gwen informs Javi that she is Leo’s ex best friend. Leo introduces Javi. Gwen calls it heartwarming to see Leo all domesticated and guesses he’s been quite busy since she’s been away. Leo says it certainly has been awhile. Leo guesses she didn’t come to work things out. Gwen says it might be hard for him to believe, but her world does not revolve around him. Gwen adds that she came to take care of some business. Leo then notices the necklace and points out that it belongs to Julie. Gwen says not anymore and it now belongs to her.

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