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[fluffysmom]

I was wondering if the same DJ would return.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 28

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Sydney and Ceri sat in a room. It was now the next day, and they had been called in by Kayla's nurse.
CERI: How are you?
SYDNEY: I'm great. I just want to get this done with, though.
CERI: Yeah, I know what you mean.
Then, Kayla walked in.
KAYLA: Hello again, girls.
SYDNEY: Hi.
CERI: Hi.
KAYLA: Well, I have news.
SYDNEY: Okay, what's the story?
KAYLA: It's just what I thought it was: migraines.
SYDNEY: Migraines?
KAYLA: Severe, often debilitating headaches that weaken a person greatly. They also make people sensitive to lights and sounds, as well as causing blurry vision and vomiting. I had assumed that it was that from your description of how you feel during the headaches, I just needed the tests to confirm it. And, they did.
SYDNEY: Okay. So, what now?
KAYLA: Well, there are a few ways we can go now. I could write a prescription for something to ease or stop the pain once it starts. However, I usually only do that if over-the-counter medications don't work.
SYDNEY: Yeah, I'd really rather not take that heavy stuff.
KAYLA: I agree, for the time being. What I suggest is that you buy some ibuprofen. Try that for a while and, if it helps, then just take one, or two, when you get a migraine.
SYDNEY: Is there anything that can stop them from happening?
KAYLA: Unfortunately, no. At least, not yet.
SYDNEY: Is there anything else I can do?
KAYLA: Well, if you're home when you get one, the best thing to do is take an ibuprofen, and the. lie down in a dark, quiet room.
SYDNEY: Okay. How come I get them at all, though?
KAYLA: No one really knows. Some think it may have to do with stress. Others think it's to do with blood vessels. It's quite common to get migraines, though. Especially in women.
SYDNEY: Okay. Thanks.
KAYLA: No problem. Any other questions?
SYDNEY: Nope, that's it.
KAYLA: Okay, then. You two have a good day.
SYDNEY: Thanks. Bye.
CERI: Bye.
KAYLA: Goodbye, girls.
Ceri and Sydney walked out.

KIRIAKIS LAW FIRM
Justin sat at his desk, on the phone.
JUSTIN: Hello, my name is Justin Kiriakis, I'm representing Mr. Brady Black. He claims that your client, Mr. Philip Kiriakis has filed some wrongful claims against him. In order to be thorough, I would like a copy of these reports that you helped Mr. Kiriakis file. If you could please e-mail them to me at [e-mail], I would very much appreciate it. I have called earlier this week, but have not received a response, and I'd really like to get the ball rolling on this. If you have any questions, please e-mail me or call me at 555-867-5309. Thank you.
Justin hung up the phone.

WILL & SONNY'S HOUSE - BEDROOM
Ari was brushing her teeth. She had just finished rinsing, when she thought briefly back to events from a year ago.

MOUNTAINS - FLASHBACK
Somewhere in a nearby mountain range, Gabi stood with a lit match in her hand.
GABI: And now, to teach you a lesson. I'm gonna set fire to the rain.


WILL & SONNY'S HOUSE - BEDROOM
Ari rinsed one more time, and wiped her mouth with a towel. One thing was for sure: she could never tell anyone about what she saw last year.

[fluffysmom]

Great phone number!

Hmmm....wonder what happened in the mountains.

I'm glad Sydney doesn't have anything more serious wrong with her.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 29

MOUNTAINS - FLASHBACK
GABI: Have you ever wondered what it looks like? When you set it on fire? I have. Well, we're gonna find out together. After everything you've done, it's the least I can do.
Gabi lit a match. We can see someone lying on the ground, tied up, but we cannot see who it is.

WILL & SONNY'S ROOM - BEDROOM
Ari sat up in a cold sweat. it had been on her mind a lot lately, since it had happened a year ago. Will opened the door and walked in.
WILL: Ari, are you okay? You were screaming.
Ari was still trying to get her bearings. She looked at Will, slightly confused. Will sat down next to her on the bed.
WILL: Hey, what's wrong?
Will put an arm around her.
ARI: Nothing, just...dreaming. Just dreaming.

SAMI & LUCAS' HOUSE - SYDNEY'S BEDROOM
Sydney and Ceri were getting ready for bed.
CERI: I'm really glad your parents let me stay over.
SYDNEY: Me too. I love sleeping next to you.
CERI: So do I.
The two sat down on the bed.
CERI: You're sure you're okay?
SYDNEY: I'm fine, I promise.
CERI: Okay. I know I keep asking, but it's only because I care.
SYDNEY: I know. And I'm glad that you care. Thanks for taking care of me earlier this week.
CERI: No problem. You're my girlfriend. I'll always be here to take care of you.
SYDNEY: Same here. I love you.
CERI: I love you.
The two kissed.
SYDNEY: Well, it's getting late. We should probably go to bed.
CERI: Okay. Night.
SYDNEY: Night.
They kissed once more, then turned out the light.

KIRIAKIS MANSION - BEDROOM
Philip lie awake in his bed, reflecting on the past. He looked at a clock on the bedside table. Only ten minutes had gone by since he had last looked. He wanted to sleep, but didn't feel tired. He just couldn't relax. After tossing and turning a few more times, he got up, put on a robe to cover himself, and walked downstairs.

KITCHEN
He walked down to the kitchen. As it was just past midnight, the cooks were all sleeping, so he'd have to cook himself something. He got out a frying pan, and jumped when he heard a voice.
BRADY: Evening.

[gapeach]

This should be a good conversation.... Brady & Phillip in the Kiriakis kitchen after midnight!

[fluffysmom]

I hope no one gets hit with the frying pan.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 30

SAMI & LUCAS' APARTMENT - SYDNEY'S BEDROOM
Ceri was groaning in her sleep. Sydney had woken up, and was trying to calm her down. Soon, Ceri was screaming.
SYDNEY: Ceri? Ceri, it's okay. It's okay, sweetie.
Ceri stopped screaming after a minute. She opened her eyes and looked around.
SYDNEY: Hey. Hey, it's okay. What is it? What's wrong?
CERI: Bad dream.
SYDNEY: What happened in it?
CERI: Well, you remember the garbage compacter from the original Star Wars?
SYDNEY: Yeah.
CERI: I was stuck in there. And the walls were closing in. And it doesn't help that I'm claustrophobic.
Sydney put a hand on Ceri's cheek, wiping away a tear.
SYDNEY: Hey, it's okay. It's okay. You're safe now.
CERI: I was just really scared.
SYDNEY: I know. I know. Come here.
Ceri hid her face on Sydney's shoulder. Sydney rubbed her back and ran a finger through her hair.
SYDNEY: You're okay now, sweetie. It was just a dream. It's okay. I'm right here. I won't let anything happen to you, I promise.
After a few minutes, Ceri calmed down.
CERI: Thanks for being such an amazing girlfriend.
SYDNEY: No problem. Thank you for being the most amazing girl in the world.
Ceri smiled and they kissed.
CERI: I love you.
SYDNEY: I love you. Now, come on, let's try and get some sleep.
CERI: Okay. Will you hold me?
SYDNEY: Sure. Come here.
Ceri put her head back on Sydney's shoulder, and the girls drifted off to sleep.

KIRIAKIS MANSION - KITCHEN
BRADY: Couldn't sleep?
PHILIP: Nope. You?
BRADY: Nope. A lot on my mind, lately.
PHILIP: You're telling me. At least you don't have to practically rebuild a company.
BRADY: What are you talking about?
PHILIP: I don't know what you've been doing with Titan while I was away, but it's nearly been run into the ground. It needs to be freshened up a bit.
BRADY: It was being freshened up a bit. That's what I was doing before you swooped in and stole it from me.
Philip cracked two eggs into his frying pan.
PHILIP: You want some?
BRADY: What? You're cooking?
PHILIP: I thought I'd give it a try.
BRADY: Ah, sure. Why not? After all, what's life without a risk?
PHILIP: Amen to that.
Philip added two more eggs.
BRADY: This battle over Titan needs to stop.
PHILIP: I can't see it going away anytime soon. You want the company and I want the company.
Philip got out two plates and put half of the eggs on each plate. He set one down in front of Brady, who had gotten a knife and fork; then he gave one to himself.
BRADY: Come on, man. What would be the harm in working together? I'm more than happy to split the company 50/50.
PHILIP: I don't do 50/50. And I definitely don't split my company with you. Last time father trusted you with the company, you gave half of it to Madison James. Look how well that turned out.
BRADY: That was years ago, Philip. I was a confused and angry young man at the time. I've grown now. We both have.
PHILIP: The answer is no.
BRADY: You won't be able to keep me away from Titan forever.
PHILIP: Maybe not, but I can try my darnedest. I can make life very difficult for you.
BRADY: Okay, I don't know what this whole issue you have with me is, but it can't be allowed to continue. It just can't. I'd try to convince you, but everything I have to say has already crossed your mind.
PHILIP: In that case, I'm sure my answer's probably crossed yours.
Philip finished his food and put his dishes in the sink.
PHILIP: Good night.
BRADY: Night.
Philip went to walk out, but turned back.
PHILIP: Do you know what happens, if you don't stop trying to nose your way into my company? To you?
BRADY: Let me guess, you're gonna disown me? Kick me out?
PHILIP: Kick you out? Well, no, that would be stupid. I may need you, one day. But, not any time soon. When the time comes, you will get your share of Titan. Until then, stay out of my way.
BRADY; Or what?
PHILIP: If you don't stop getting in my way, I'll burn you. I will burn the heart out of you.
Philip turned on his heel and walked out.

[fluffysmom]

Philip isn't going to let Brady or anyone stand in his way.

[Minako98]

I'm not so sure I like this Philip.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 31

KIRIAKIS LAW FIRM
JUSTIN: Wait, wait, wait. He said what now?
Brady rewound the tape he had in his hand and played the last bit of his message over again.
PHILIP (VO): If you don't stop getting in my way, I'll burn you. I'll burn the heart out of you?
Brady set the tape down
JUSTIN: Well, I'm surprised, but not as much as I should be.
BRADY: How do you mean?
JUSTIN: Philip just quoted one of the top lines that any villain has ever said. Well, you both did, actually.
BRADY: Did we?
JUSTIN: Yep. You quoted, mostly unintentionally, a scene from that old British TV show, Sherlock, based on the books by Arthur Conan Doyle.
BRADY: Did we?
JUSTIN: Have you never seen Sherlock?
BRADY: I've seen some of the films.
JUSTIN: No, no. I'm talking about the TV show, from the 2010s. Not that awful American one, I mean the British one. The one with Benedict Cumberbatch and that guy who played Bilbo Baggins.
BRADY: I've heard of it, but I've never seen it. I was in a bit of a state during the 2010s.
JUSTIN: Well, when you get a chance, look it up. There's this truly amazing scene at the very end of Series 1. It's the first confrontation between Sherlock Holmes and his arch nemesis, Jim Moriarty. Their conversation is very similar to the one Philip and you had last night. The only difference is the dialogue in some places.
BRADY: Great. So, back to my actual case, what can we do about this?
JUSTIN: Well, for one, we can press charges against Philip.
BRADY: How so?
JUSTIN: That was an obvious threat, even if he was quoting a masterpiece of television.
BRADY: But, he hasn't even acted on it, yet.
JUSTIN: True, but he doesn't need to. If the cops have reasonable suspicion that he may be a danger to someone, they can have him followed. At the very least, this message will certainly get their attention.
BRADY: What else can we do?
JUSTIN: We can investigate the man who nursed him back to health.
BRADY: Mr. Greetings? What does he have to do with all this?
JUSTIN: Please, use his proper name: Percy Ruggles. And he has a rather interesting history with the good people of Salem.

SAMI & LUCAS' HOUSE - SYDNEY'S BEDROOM
The girls were still lying in bed. Sydney was asleep and Ceri had just woken up. She rubbed her face against a pillow for a moment. Sydney woke up.
SYDNEY: Hey.
CERI: Hey. Did I wake you up? I'm sorry.
SYDNEY: No, it's okay. You didn't wake me up.
CERI: Okay, that's good. My nose itched a little bit, and I was trying to rub it.
Sydney kissed Ceri on the nose.
SYDNEY: Does it itch now?
CERI: Nope.
The two smiled and laughed.
SYDNEY: How did you sleep after...you know.
CERI: Really good. Thanks for everything last night. You made me feel a lot better.
SYDNEY: No problem. I'll always be here for you.
CERI: So, what do you wanna do today?
SYDNEY: I don't know. Wanna go see that new Batman movie?
CERI: Sure, I'd love to. But, you know what I'd love to do first?
SYDNEY: What?
CERI: Cuddle with you.
SYDNEY: I like the sound of that.
Sydney and Ceri kissed.

[fluffysmom]

I wonder what Mr. Greetings has been up to.

[gapeach]

Loved the reference to Sherlock...

[André DiMera]

Chapter 32

KIRIAKIS LAW FIRM
BRADY: What kind of history are we talking here?
JUSTIN: You remember the Nick Fallon incident? Not the most recent one, but the one from 2013-2014.
BRADY: I've heard about it, yes.
JUSTIN: Percy was involved in that, too.
BRADY: In what sense?
JUSTIN: It was Percy who nursed Nick back to health, and was then his best friend up until Nick's supposed death. He started off as Nick's assistant, but eventually fled town out of fear of Nick.
BRADY: And now he's back as Philip's assistant.
JUSTIN: There's something not right about this guy.
BRADY: I know what you mean.

SAMI & LUCAS' HOUSE - SYDNEY'S BEDROOM
The girls had since finished cuddling and had gotten dressed. Sydney was brushing her hair as Ceri looked up show times. There was a knock on the door.
SYDNEY: Who is it?
ARI (VO): It's Ari.
SYDNEY: Come on in.
Ari opened the door and walked in.
ARI: Oh, hi Ceri.
CERI: Hey.
Ari twirled a lock of her hair with a finger.
ARI: So...whatcha doin'?
CERI: Looking up show times for a movie.
ARI: Which one?
SYDNEY: The new Batman movie: "Revenge of the Joker".
ARI: Ooh, I was gonna go see that one today, too, funnily enough.
CERI: Were you?
ARI: Yeah. It's gonna be awesome.
CERI: How does 12:05 sound to you, Syd?
SYDNEY: Sounds great.
ARI: Oh my gosh! That's the same one I was going to! We could all go together!
CERI (under her breath): Great.

SALEM PLACE
Will walked through Salem Place. He was just looking at one of the shops, when he saw the familiar face of Percy. Will walked up to him.
WILL: Greetings.
PERCY: Ah, good day to you, my friend. But, I do believe that that is my line.
WILL: What are you doing here?
PERCY: Why, this is my favorite bird watching spot. I was hoping to see a male Cyanocitta cristata bromia. They are so beautiful at this time of year.
WILL: No, I mean what are you doing in Salem?
PERCY: Well, I grew rather fond of the place after my last visit.
WILL: Oh really? And why exactly is that? I thought Salem would be the last place you'd want to be after what you did.

[gapeach]

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Ari is definitely up to something and so is Percy! Wonder what it was he did, exactly?!?!?!

[fluffysmom]

I wonder what Percy did??