The Melaswen Paradox (Read 329,751 times)

[tghca]

I don't see Sami letting Sydney be a part of Nicole's wedding...I mean given the history there. Nicole basically stole Sydney from Sami and if it hadn't been for the truth coming out years ago Nicole would have never have told the truth to Sami about Sydney. Nicole and Sami will always hate one another not just because of Eric, Sydney, EJ and Brandon but because of other people too like Austin so to see Sami and Nicole's rivalry here in their back and forth banter I love it.


Then again Nicole used to be Sydney's stepmother since Nicole was married to EJ so Sydney and Nicole will always have a bond. Nicole and Sami hate one another so for that reason I can see Sami saying no to Sydney being in Nicole's wedding especially as a flower girl.

Yeah Sydney's Uncle Eric, Sami's twin may be a part of the wedding but that doesn't mean that Sami has to allow her daughter to be involved.

If Nicole wants a flower girl then why not turn to Will and Gabi and Sonny's daughter, Ari? I mean Sonny is practically family to Daniel and Will wouldn't have a problem with it.

Marie working at St. Luke's is great because she is setting up roots here in Salem again

I would have thought Eric would have said no to Daniel. I'm surprised he said yes given his complicated history with Daniel's fiancee Nicole. I'm surprised Daniel didn't ask Brady.

Nicole still has no maid of honor or even bridesmaids for her wedding.

Daniel yes he has a best men but no groomsmen for his wedding.

I wonder if they plan on getting married at St. Luke's?

I wonder if Melanie will return for the wedding?

I wonder if Nicole's sister Taylor will be in the wedding? Or how about Nicole's brother Brandon?

I know Maggie being the mother of the groom she will probably be Nicole's maid of honor

I wonder if Daniel's sisters Melissa and Sarah will return for the wedding too?

[Kpatch]

I like Marie integrating into the church again.

I'm loving the irony of Eric being an attendant at Daniel and Nicole's wedding.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 619

DIMERA MANSION
Cassie walked into her room to find that it was full of boxes, and that many of her belongings were already in said boxes. Ivan walked into the room, carrying some dresses of Cassie’s.
CASSIE: What the hell are you doing? Put my clothes down, you little creep!
IVAN: There is no need to be hostile, Miss DiMera, I am merely following Madame and Mr. Alamain’s orders.
CASSIE: What orders? What are you talking about?
VIVIAN: Hello, Cassandra.
Cassie nearly jumped out of her skin when she heard Vivian’s voice. She turned around to see her coming out of the bathroom connected to her room.
CASSIE: Vivian-
VIVIAN: Ah, you remember me. Good, that saves time doing pointless reintroductions. Now, I believe it’s time that you and I had a little chat.

ST. LUKE’S
Marie and Father Louis walked out of one of the rooms.
MARIE: Well, this is all very lovely. It’s nice to see how much the church has expanded since I left.
LOUIS: We’re glad to have you back, Marie.
Sister Mary Moira walked past.
LOUIS: Ah, Sister Mary Moira, good to see you. I trust your time abroad went well?
MOIRA: It did, thank you, Father. Getting to spend time with Susan and Penelope was very nice. And it will be even nicer once Penelope returns to town.
LOUIS: Very good. I’d like you to meet somebody. This is Marie Horton. She’s Tom and Alice’s daughter, and she used to work here many years ago. Marie, this is Sister Mary Moira Banks.
MARIE: Nice to meet you.
MOIRA: You as well. I believe I have seen your picture in the convent, and the Mother Superior has mentioned you from time to time.
MARIE: Well, that’s very nice.
LOUIS: Marie is rejoining St. Luke’s, and will be working with the Sunday School program.
MOIRA: Wonderful. Now, if you will excuse me, Miss Horton, Father Louis, I must get to the late morning prayer meeting.
LOUIS: Of course.
Sister Mary Moira walked away.

SALEM PLACE
Sami laughed.
SAMI: That is funny! That, that is really funny, Nicole. Have you ever considered going into stand up comedy? Because you would have the crowd falling over laughing with material like that.
NICOLE: I’m being serious!
SAMI: I know, that’s the best part!
NICOLE: Sami, come on!
SAMI: No. I’m sorry, but the idea that you think I’d let Sydney be in your wedding is hilarious!
Nicole sighed.
NICOLE: And there was me thinking that that truce we called a few years back actually meant something.
SAMI: Oh, it does. It means we won’t be unnecessarily mean to each other in front of Sydney. It also means that, on occasion, you get to see Sydney, when responsible adults are present.
NICOLE: And you don’t think there’ll be responsible adults at my wedding?
SAMI: I’m sure there will be. But the answer is still no.
NICOLE: Isn’t think maybe something we should consult Sydney on? I mean, she is almost 11-
SAMI: I know how old my daughter is, thank you. Now, like I said, congratulations on the engagement, but don’t expect Sydney to be in the wedding party. Maybe she’ll come to the wedding, and that’s a big maybe, but she won’t be in the wedding party. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to go. Goodbye, Nicole. And thanks for the laugh.
Sami turned and walked away. Nicole sighed.
NICOLE (thinking): Well, I figured that would go something like that. Time to call in reinforcements.
Nicole pulled out her phone and dialed a number.
NICOLE: Lucas, glad I caught you. You got a minute? We need to talk.

[tghca]

Nicole asking Lucas for help...Lucas has no more influence over Sami than Nicole does...the only person who probably does is EJ. Has Nicole ever thought about asking Will and Sonny about Ari being her flower girl? Did she really think Sami was gonna allow hers & EJ's daughter Sydney to be in Nicole's wedding? Yeah the truce was there but only because of conditions. If Sydney is 11 then Johnny and Allie the twins have to at least be teenagers...16 or 17 now. Sami saying no is understandable given everything. I am Team Sami on this.

Mary Moira and Marie meeting...I wonder if that wasn't by accident but it was meant to be on purpose because of Kristen coming back into the picture? Nothing would surprise me



Cassie if she is pregnant she is pregnant with the newest Alamain heir...Nicholas Alamain, the Alamain Prince= Nikolas Cassadine the Cassadine Prince...the Alamains are nobility similar to General Hospital's Cassadine family

[heroicmuse]

I'm glad Nicole is going to ask Lucas. If anyone can get through to Sami it's him. Or maybe Eric but Lucas has a way with Sami.

Sami and Nicole's argument was great! Typical Sami.

I can't wait to see what Vivian says to Cassie. And for Marie to start working at the church.

Great chapter André DiMera

[mae00]

I can't wait to see the conversation/confrontation between Vivian and Cassie. I'm sure Vivian won't disappoint. LOL

I'm not surprised that Sami said no to Sydney being in the wedding. I'm glad that Nicole is calling Lucas. I'm not sure that he will back her up on this, but it's worth a shot.

[Kpatch]

Cassie is in for it!

It would be sweet if Sydney could be in Nicole's wedding. Great idea André DiMera!

[tghca]

Another reason why Sami probably would not allow her pre teen daughter Sydney to be in the wedding is because of the fact that Sami is not close to Daniel or Nicole for that matter. Sydney yeah she used to be Nicole's step daughter back when Nicole was married to EJ but I doubt Sydney remembers any of that especially if she, Johnny and Allie were all SORASed. Plus Daniel he has hardly interacted with Sydney if at all so it hardly makes sense in my opinion for an 11 year old girl to be in a wedding especially if she's not related to Daniel or Nicole.

Sami being the mother has every right to say no even if Sami's brother Sydney's uncle Eric is in the wedding but that is only because Eric is close to both Daniel and Nicole, Sami isn't.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 620

DIMERA MANSION
CASSIE: A chat?
VIVIAN: Of course, dear. Ivan, keep moving her things. No need to just stand there and watch.
IVAN: Of course, Madame.
Ivan picked up some boxes and walked out.
CASSIE: Why are you having your creepy little manservant move my things?
VIVIAN: First of all, Ivan is many things, but he is not creepy. And the reason he is moving your things is because you’re moving in, of course.
CASSIE: Moving in?
VIVIAN: Why, yes. To the Alamain Mansion.
CASSIE: I-
VIVIAN: Oh, you needn’t worry, my dear. It’s only myself, Nicky, Beatrix and Carly living there, so there’s more than enough room for you. Though, I can understand why you might be hesitant. Living with Carly Manning is no ride in the park, but I’m sure Nicky and I will take good care of you. After all, you’re carrying an heir to the Alamain family.
CASSIE: But-
VIVIAN: Now, now, I won’t hear a word against it. Nicky told me all about this child of his that you’re having, and I insisted he have you moved in at once. Now, don’t get me wrong, he was a little surprised at first. Well, can you blame him? Who wouldn’t be? But, once he got over the initial shock, he was thrilled to be becoming a father again. And I’m sure Beatrix will be more than happy to be a big sister.
CASSIE: That’s...very nice.
VIVIAN: Indeed it is, isn’t it? That’s why Ivan is here, he’s packing all of the things you’ll need for the Mansion. Of course, once we’ve got you all moved in, there will be a few other things he’ll have to buy for you. Being an Alamain comes with certain responsibilities, I’m sure you understand.
CASSIE: Well, yes…
VIVIAN: Now, don’t worry about your brother or father, I’ll have that all sorted out. Oh, and the wedding, as well. We’ll have to plan for that.
CASSIE: Wedding?
VIVAN: Well, of course. They’ll have to be a wedding. After all, you and Nicky are having a child. The two of you must be married.
CASSIE: I-
VIVIAN: Now, there’s nothing for you to worry about, my dear, I’ll take care of everything. Oh, and since we’re going to be family very soon, I think it’s best that you start calling me Auntie Vivian. After all, you are marrying the son of my favorite nephew, and carrying my great-great nephew or niece. Now, come along. Nicholas is waiting anxiously for you at the Mansion.
Vivian took Cassie by the hand and led her out of the room.

SAMI & LUCAS’ APARTMENT
Lucas stirred a pot on the stove. Sami walked in.
SAMI: I’m home.
LUCAS: Hey.
SAMI: Hey.
Sami and Lucas kissed.
SAMI: What’re you making?
LUCAS: Pasta sauce.
SAMI: That smells amazing!
LUCAS: Thanks. So, how’d it go today?
SAMI: You ready for your laugh for the day? Nicole asked if Sydney could be in her wedding.
Sami shook her head and chuckled to herself.
LUCAS: Why’s that funny?
SAMI: I mean, come on, Lucas, did she really think I’d say yes?
LUCAS: I think you should.
SAMI: Excuse me?
LUCAS: Sami, think about it. Sydney has always been close with Nicole, and she thinks Daniel’s pretty cool. I’m sure she’d be thrilled to know that they’re getting married, and that they want her to be in the wedding.
SAMI: Well, we’ll still go to it. I just don’t see why Sydney needs to be part of it.
LUCAS: Look, it’s not like Nicole’s gonna steal Sydney with everyone watching. They’ll be in a church, or a court of law, whichever they decide. And anything else they’d do together would also be with other witnesses around. Besides, isn’t that part of the terms of your agreement to be civil with each other?
SAMI: When did you suddenly become Nicole’s biggest fan?
LUCAS: I’m not Nicole’s biggest fan. I just think it would be unfair to Sydney not to at least let her know that Nicole wants her in her wedding.
Sami sighed.
LUCAS: Look, Sami, you are Sydney’s mother. We both know that, Sydney knows that and Nicole knows that. And nothing will ever change that. Now you know that Sydney adores Nicole. Honestly, what would be the harm in giving her one day to support a woman that she looks up to?
Sami sighed again.
SAMI: Fine, one day. But that’s it. And don’t think that I won’t be watching Nicole like a hawk.
LUCAS: I wouldn’t expect anything less.
SAMI: And I want Sydney home from any pre-wedding event before nine.
LUCAS: Fair enough.
SAMI: How is it that you’re always able to convince me to go along with things, General?
LUCAS: Who knows? Maybe it’s because you love me.
SAMI: That may have something to do with it.
Sami and Lucas kissed.
SAMI: Go on, go call Nicole and tell her the news.
LUCAS: I’ll be back in a second.
Lucas pulled out his phone and walked into another room.
SAMI (thinking): You better not make me regret this, Nicole.

BRADY PUB
John and Marlena sat at one of the tables. After a few minutes, Greta walked in. John and Marlena got up.
JOHN: Hey, good to see you, kid.
GRETA: Good to see you, too.
John and Greta hugged.
GRETA: It’s been too long.
JOHN: That’s a fact.
GRETA: Good to see you, Marlena.
Greta and Marlena hugged.
MARLENA: You too, dear.
All three sat back down at the table.
JOHN: So, I assume you’re back because of the situation with Hope?
GRETA: That’s part of it, yeah.
MARLENA: Well, there’s been a few updates on that. We called in a neurologist, Dr. Craig Wesley, and he seems to think Hope is trying to fight back from the brainwashing André put her under.
GRETA: Well, that’s good news, at least.
JOHN: You been up to see Hope yet?
GRETA: Not yet. I was thinking about going after dinner tonight. But, there’s also another reason that I’m back in Salem.
JOHN: You’re looking for your father.

[heroicmuse]

I'm glad that Lucas got through to Sami, at least enough to let her give Sydney the opportunity to be in the wedding. LOL at Lucas' point that Nicole can't steal Sydney with a room full of witnesses, though if Nicole wanted to she could pull that off. Not that she is planning on it.

Cassie's shock at Vivian's pseudo-love for her was hilarious. I wonder what Vivian has planned once Cassie moves into the mansion.

I wonder who Greta's father is. Will it turn out to be John somehow? That was my first thought, but we'll see.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[tghca]

I think John turns out to be Greta's father too making her Brady and Belle and Paul's half sister...plus with her as John's daughter I wonder how Marlena will react?

I'm surprised Lucas was able to convince Sami to let Sydney be in the wedding because Lucas he is not Nicole's biggest fan since he and Nicole used to be married way back when and he definitely is not Daniel's biggest fan either because of Chloe...so I wonder why he would even try to change Sami's mind? Lucas and Sami together here surprises me especially considering Sami was all about EJ. But if Sydney is in the wedding I wonder about the twins Johnny and Allie? Johnny and Allie are probably teenagers by now since there is an age difference between Johnny/Allie and Sydney...since Sydney is 11...Johnny and Allie would have to be 16 or 17 at least.

Cassie is pregnant with Nicholas' baby but does Cassie even know the gender of the baby yet? So Nicholas already has a daughter Beatrix...who is the mother of Beatrix? Cassie being pregnant again...that baby is an Alamain heir but that baby is also a Brady since Cassie is a Brady so I wonder if Kate and Roman know about this pregnancy?

[mae00]

Lucas said everything that I was thinking. So glad he's the voice of reason. I could see Sami's refusal to allow Sydney to be in the wedding to be a huge issue between Sami and Sydney. 11 years old, that little girl is hitting pre-teen years and that would be a HUGE wedge between the two of them when the truth came out.

Oh Vivian! I knew you wouldn't disappoint! Too funny at her constantly interrupting Cassie and pretty much ordering her to do what they have to do. Cassie really had no idea what she was in for when she signed up for this. I can't wait to see more!

[tghca]

Sydney being a pre-teen is bound to find out everything that went down between her mother and Nicole but also what went down with her father EJ too. I mean Johnny he probably knows about everything now too seeing as how he is a teenager now well he and Allie both are because they are twins and Sydney is about to hit her teenage years soon so.

However, isn't 11 years old a little bit old to be a flower girl at a wedding? Shouldn't that be reserved for someone younger...maybe like Will & Gabi & Sonny's daughter Ari?

Vivian is essentially controlling Cassie now since Cassie is pregnant with the newest little Alamain heir or heiress...does Cassie even know the gender of the baby yet? Or how far along is she even supposed to be in her pregnancy? That child is Vivian's great-great-niece or great-great-nephew which means Vivian is obviously going to want to spoil that child rotten but also she will want to make sure that child is raised an Alamain from birth

[André DiMera]

Chapter 621

DANIEL & NICOLE’S APARTMENT
NICOLE: Really? Well, when can I tell her?
Nicole was talking on the phone.
NICOLE: Yeah, that’s fine if all three of us are there, I’d just like to be able to tell her. Okay. Sounds good to me. Hey, I don’t know what magic you pulled to get Sami to actually say yes, but good job. Thank you so much! Okay, great. I’ll see you then. Bye.
Nicole hung up.
NICOLE: Yes!
Daniel walked over to the couch and sat down next to Nicole.
DANIEL: Good news?
NICOLE: Very! Somehow, I don’t know how, Lucas actually convinced Sami to let Sydney be a bridesmaid in the wedding!
DANIEL: Nicole, that is wonderful! I am so glad for you! I know how close you and Sydney are.
NICOLE: Thanks. I’m a little surprised Lucas actually got her to say yes, but I guess he did.
DANIEL: Good. I have good news as well.
NICOLE: What’s up?
DANIEL: I spoke with Mom earlier, and she says that one of my sisters is coming to the wedding.
NICOLE: Hey, that’s great! Well, as long as they’re not like Taylor, that is.
Daniel chuckled slightly.
DANIEL: No, from what I’ve heard, neither is like Taylor. But, I will be happy to have her there, and for you to meet her.
NICOLE: Me too.
Nicole sighed.
NICOLE: What did I do to get so lucky?

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Craig sat in his office, talking on the phone.
CRAIG: Well, that’s encouraging. You think she’ll be able to travel soon enough? Good, if need be, we can enroll her in something down here. Yes, I’ve already looked at the house, and surprisingly, it’s on the market. Yes, I’ve put a bid in for it. Okay. I’ll see you soon, dear. Give Joy a hug from me. All right. Love you too. Bye.
Craig put down his phone. He looked at a picture of himself, Nancy, Chloe and Joy, which was the background of his computer screen. He smiled as he looked at it. A knock came at his door.
CRAIG: Come in.
Maxine walked in.
MAXINE: Here are the test results from Hope Brady’s latest scan.
CRAIG: Thank you, Maxine.
Maxine handed Craig a folder, then walked out. Craig opened the folder and read the papers in it. He picked up his phone and dialled a number.
CRAIG: You still in the office? Meet me in Hope’s room in about five minutes. Thanks.
Craig put down the phone, closed the folder and walked out.

BRADY PUB
GRETA: Good guess.
JOHN: Wasn’t that hard to figure out, honestly. You were looking for him the last time you were here.
GRETA: I knew who he was back then. He just wasn’t in Salem at the time.
MARLENA: But he is now?
GRETA: No. No, he’s not. But, some of his other family is. I’m thinking about seeing them, I’m just not sure.
MARLENA: Well, it’s understandable that you’d be anxious about potentially meeting a side of your family that you’ve never met before.
GRETA: That’s the thing, I have met them before. At least, one of them. At the time, I didn’t know who they were, but I did meet one person. Actually, I came here for advice. I trust you guys. I almost wish you were my father, John. I used to think of you as one.
JOHN: I’ve often thought of you as a daughter.
GRETA: So, what do you think? Should I try to meet my family?
JOHN: It might be a bit helpful if we knew who your father was.
MARLENA: Who is he?

[heroicmuse]

I'm still not convinced John isn't Greta's father.

Ooh... I wonder what Craig saw on the scan.

I wonder which sister is coming to the wedding. I hope whichever one it is is as positive as Daniel thinks and doesn't cause any trouble.

Great chapter André DiMera. Will there be previews?