While time's running out for Kayla, Kate, and Marlena, Salem should steady itself for an October surprise (or two)
An emotionally charged Chad chats with old friend Kate and encourages her to fight for her life as she starts to fade further The Johnson family are fearful when Kayla's condition worsens, too, and it seems time is up for the good doctor While a seemingly slipping-away Sweetness sees loved ones in the afterlife, Marlena marvels at a cure that could possibly save their lives
With good news comes bad for Marlena, who must endure another visit from Kristen, but Ms. DiMera's made Brady's life much worse
Brady attempts to block John from making things worse, but he can't seem to do the same with his own life when Kristen comes calling Kristen has but one goal and forces Brady to do her bidding, which leads to his utter heartbreak when he confronts Chloe Though Chloe attempts to appeal to Kristen's kinder side, Brady must abide by Kristen's blackmailing A confused, concerned Chloe questions Brady's behavior and wonders if he is breaking up with her
Forced by Kristen, Brady breaks Chloe's heart by ending their relationship, though he is equally devastated A frustrated Rafe questions his entire relationship with his wife when he once again spots Nicole and Eric embracing
As a result, an Eric-sized argument erupts between Nicole and Rafe, while the flabbergasted former priest finds out about his career's future Gabi's determination to get Stefan to recall his past gets a big assist from her big brother Rafe, while Stefan sticks to his word and serves Gabi Stefan wants Gabi to sign on the dotted line to end their marriage, but she remains steadfast there's sinister scheming afoot and his sister's involved Despite his stance that he hates Gabi, Stefan starts to connect the brainwashing dots to Kristen and must ponder her possible involvement Li doesn't love the sight when he spots his heart's desire and Stefan, while Ava hopes to involve Gwen in her quest for comeuppance Gwen weighs her options, including one from her father, which would better her future -- unlike Ava's offer As Ava sets her sights on targeting E.J., it appears Johnny has like ideas and enters the lion's den to dig for dirt
Johnny's journey doesn't go as planned when E.J. discovers Johnny in his office and demands answers from his scorned son
Tripp isn't exactly thrilled with Johnny's involvement with his mother, and an argument erupts over Ava In fact, fists come into play when Tripp punches Johnny, though the young doctor also finds himself at odds with his brother
Joey and Tripp have another tense talk about Wendy, as they're both hoping to woo her, but she may have other ideas for a suitor It's a surprising turn of events for Sarah and Xander when they come up with a bold plan that suits them both
Roark Critchlow opens up about return to DAYS
Peter Reckell: Beyond Salem could be "just the beginning" of my Days of our Lives return
Elia Cantu opens up about Detective Jada Hunter
Abigail Klein joins Days of our Lives as the new Stephanie Johnson
Richard Wharton joins Days of our Lives as new Dr. Rolf
As Kristen believes she's won, John and Marlena are bowled over by the news that Brady brings them
An honest day's work might finally be in lying Leo's future when he's extended a rather surprising offer
Doctor Rolf gets spooked when a determined Gabi comes at him, demanding answers and fixes to Stefan
'Tis the spooky season in Salem, and Halloween there has a way of conjuring up a shocking scare or two
Ken Corday says he's following in his father's footsteps as DAYS moved to streaming September 12
Abigail's murderer is finally revealed
Orpheus continues to play his twisted games
A secret from Paulina's past threatens to derail her future plans
Alex is clearly smitten with Stephanie, but does she feel anything for him? Or does Stephanie's heart have its sights set on someone else?
As Nancy and Clyde grow closer, Chloe is in a position where she has to decide if she will support their relationship
Eric and Nicole somehow always seem to find themselves circling each other; are they over and done, or is it only a matter of time before they are unable to deny their feelings?
Gwen and Jennifer's relationship takes a surprising turn
How long will Xander and Sarah's marital bliss last? Will Xander's secrets rip them apart, or can Sarah learn to look past them?
Johnny and Ava grow closer... but exactly how close will they get?
Li asks Gabi to marry him, but what will happen if and when she runs into Stefan?
The custody battle for Rachel gets ugly
