The Melaswen Paradox (Read 319,672 times)

[tghca]

Johnny is in the cabal. I knew he was the videographer. So EJ managed to pull his teenage son into his world?

Look at Andre threatening his own nephew. I can't say that I'm surprised.

I think something happened in Galway myself and that Kady perhaps ran away to get away from it all.

[mae00]

Well dang. I was really hoping that Johnny was going to turn out to be above that.

Kady is up to something. If there's nothing to be worried about, then why not answer Claire's questions about why her parents don't know where she's at? Why wouldn't her grandpa tell them where she is if he really did send her to America? Kady's story isn't meshing here at all.

[André DiMera]

Tuesday - 7/13

SIDE-BY-SIDE: CAR/DIMERA MANSION
ANDRE: Your role will be texted to you in the morning. Your father and I shall expect you in the afternoon.
JOHNNY: I’ll be there.
ANDRE: Excellent. Now, on the matter of this date.
JOHNNY: Look, I’m sorry, okay? I know how important this is, especially since Thomas Banks, Mitch, Erebus and Nyx all either got caught or “disposed of”, and let’s be honest, Drew isn’t that smart.
ANDRE: I am pleased to hear that you understand the gravity of what we must do, as well as your role in it. However, I was not about to give you a lecture. This date, I assume it was with the young lady you went to the dance with, the one you were making eyes at throughout your graduation, the valedictorian?
JOHNNY: Her name is Meadow, and yes.
ANDRE: Meadow, yes. Meadow West, if I recall.
JOHNNY: That’s correct.
ANDRE: Well, she certainly seems a charming young lady.
JOHNNY: She’s awesome. She’s, like, the coolest girl I’ve ever met.
ANDRE: Wonderful. How much does she know about us?
JOHNNY: Well, she’s been to the Mansion.
ANDRE: I mean about the family?
JOHNNY: She’s met Dad, Uncle Chad and, unfortunately, Uncle Tony. She also knows that we’re a powerful family in Salem.
ANDRE: Does she know the importance of family?
JOHNNY: I think so. Her mom’s cool, and she has a sister about Sydney’s age, who she’s super protective of.
ANDRE: Excellent. If this relationship is to last, she needs to understand the importance of family to the DiMeras. She shall need to be taught our ways.
JOHNNY: She’s a fast learner, hence why she was made valedictorian.
ANDRE: I have no doubt of it. I shall see you tomorrow, nephew. Get some rest.
JOHNNY: Good night, Uncle.
Johnny hung up.

DIMERA MANSION
André hung up and smirked to himself.
ANDRE: Well, it seems that young Johnny is not the only one with homework to do.
He pushed a button on his watch. A moment later, Bart ran in.
BART: Hey, bossman! I gotta tell ya, these new wristwatches you got are super handy! Now do you don’t have to yell for me or send me an ominous text, which I’m sure saves you a lotta time.
ANDRE; Yes, Bart, I am aware of how useful modern technology is. I have an assignment for you.
BART: Okay. Let’s have it! I am rarin’ to go!
ANDRE: It would seem that young Johnny’s heart has been taken by one of his classmates.
André pulled out his phone and showed Bart a picture of Johnny and West from the Last Blast Dance.
BART: Oh, they make such a cute couple! You don’t want me to rough her up, do you, boss? ‘Cause I don’t know how I’d feel about hurting a kid-
ANDRE: Bart, shut up.
Bart mimed zipping his lip and throwing away the key.
ANDRE: I want you to get information about her. Find out everything you can about Meadow West. Young Johnny is the future of the DiMera Empire, and if she’s worthy, she might one day be his queen.

BRADY PUB
Kady laughed nervously.
KADY: Catch yourself on. I mean, what d’you think it is that happened, exactly?
CLAIRE: I don’t know, that’s why I’m asking.
KADY: Well, as you said, I’m of age, I can do what I like.
CLAIRE: That’s true. However, we’re family, and family helps each other out. So, if something happened, I’m sure we can find a way to work it out.
KADY: There’s nothing to work out. Everything’s grand.
CLAIRE: Okay. Well, if you ever do want to talk, just know, I’m here for you. We may not know each other super well, but I want to change that.
KADY: I’ll keep that in mind, thanks.
Claire and Kady hugged.
CLAIRE: You did good out there today.
KADY: Cheers. Have a good night, then.
CLAIRE: You too.
Claire folded her apron and put it in her locker, then walked out into the main area of the Pub. Chase was sitting in one of the booths. He got up, and the two hugged.
CHASE: Hey.
CLAIRE: Hey.
They kissed, then sat down in a booth.
CLAIRE: How was your day?
CHASE: Pretty good, if somewhat uneventful. How was yours?
CLAIRE: Good. Uncle Max is letting Kady help out while she’s in town, and I was training her today.
CHASE: How’d that go?
CLAIRE: Not too bad. To be honest, she didn’t need much training, since she’s grown up in a Pub environment, so it was mostly showing her how we do things.
CHASE: That’s good.
CLAIRE: Yeah. I also tried to talk to her about...that thing we discussed.
CHASE: Oh?
CLAIRE: Didn’t go too well, unfortunately.
CHASE: So, what do you think we should do now?
CLAIRE: I don’t know. I know she’s only a year or two younger than us, so she’s free to do whatever she wants and be wherever she wants, but something doesn’t feel right.
CHASE: Have you tried asking her parents or her sister?
CLAIRE: I don’t have their numbers, but I’ll talk to Aisling and get them.
CHASE: Good thinking. If something doesn’t feel right, you know what Hope would say, go with your gut.
Claire nodded.

[heroicmuse]

It sounds like something definitely isn't right with Kady, and Claire's going to get to the bottom of it. This could be opening a can of worms, but Kady is going to learn that being part of the Brady family is like that.

As for Johnny, I'm sure he doesn't want Andre interfering in his relationships. Johnny may soon learn what it means to be a Dimera if he doesn't know already. I can't wait for Sami and Lucas to find out what Andre is having him do. They will not be happy and not accept it, I'm sure.

Bart always cracks me up.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[tghca]

If Sami finds out just how in deep Johnny is with his Uncle Andre and his father EJ, I mean Sami can't really do anything about it. Johnny is turning 18 so he's practically an adult and on his way to college. So it isn't like Sami and Lucas have a say in anything Johnny does or who he chooses to associate himself with.

Andre wants dirt on Meadow because he obviously wants to use her against Johnny somehow. That is Andre's MO.

I mean if Claire really wants answers about Kady, then why not hire a PI to dig into Kady? That would probably be the only way she gets answers about her Irish cousin

Johnny knows what it means to be a DiMera so I know he would never turn on his father or his uncle. The only way he ever would is if Meadow asked him to or he gave up everything for love.

[Kpatch]

Uh oh. Meadow is now on the Dimera radar. I feel like they are jumping the gun though. She's Johnny's first girlfriend and probably won't be his last. He's young.

Bart! So happy to see him. Love the banter about Andre's obnoxious texts.

[mae00]

No no no no! I was really hoping Johnny would turn away from Andre after meeting Meadow. But it sounds like he may be dragging her into too.

Bart is a hoot! I'm glad to see he at least has a little bit of a conscious.

I hope Claire can figure out what is going on with Kady soon.

[André DiMera]

Wednesday - 7/14

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Melanie sat in her room. Daniel and Carly had both been by to see her after getting off work last night, and had been introduced to Danielle. Philip was standing outside of Melanie’s room, talking on the phone.
PHILIP: Yes, of course I will. Yeah, once you get home from visiting Austin, I’d love for you to meet her. Okay, sounds good. Bye, Mom.
Philip hung up and walked back in the room.
PHILIP: Hey.
MELANIE: Hey. How’s Kate?
PHILIP: She’s good. Enjoying being in Switzerland so she can spend time with Austin and Carrie. But, she’s anxious to get home to meet her new granddaughter.
MELANIE: That’s nice.
Dr. Tanaka walked in.
TANAKA: Good morning. How are you feeling today, Melanie?
MELANIE: A lot better! I’ve finally been able to get some decent sleep.
TANAKA: Excellent. Well, I have good news on a couple of fronts. First, your latest scans show that you’re healing nicely, and the transfusions we gave you have taken. I would like to keep you one more day, just to make sure there’s no issues we’re not seeing, but if things continue as they are, or improve further, you’ll be able to go home tomorrow.
PHILIP: That’s fantastic!
MELANIE: I’m so glad to hear that!
TANAKA: I knew you’d be pleased. Now, my second piece of news: Danielle’s lung function has improved even more than it did yesterday, and though we’ll still need to see her regularly to make sure her development is up to speed, she’ll be able to come home with you. Even better, she’s now able to leave the NICU and stay with you.
MELANIE: Oh, thank goodness!
PHILIP: Thank you so much, Dr. Tanaka!
Philip shook hands with Dr. Tanaka.
TANAKA: You’re welcome.
MELANIE: Can we get her from NICU now?
TANAKA: Of course. Come with me, please.
Philip helped Melanie out of bed, and the two followed Dr. Tanaka.

DIMERA MANSION
The car pulled up outside. Hawk turned it off.
HAWK: Yes, I promise, I’ll be careful. I know. I love you, too. I’m here, so I should be going in. Okay. Give her a hug from me. Bye.
Hawk tapped the bluetooth headset he was wearing.
HAWK (thinking): I don’t like this anymore than you do, Mom, but it’s my job.
He pulled out his phone and sent a text to a group chat with him, John, Jett and Billie.
HAWK: The Hawk has landed.
Hawk put his phone away, put on a pair of sunglasses, and got out of the car. He walked to the front door of the Mansion and knocked. Harold answered the door.
HAROLD: How may I help you?
HAWK: I’m here to see Count DiMera. We have a matter to discuss.
HAROLD: Is he expecting you?
HAWK: No, this is rather a surprise visit.
HAROLD: And who may I say is asking to meet with him?
HAWK: His eldest nephew.
HAROLD: Very good, sir. Please follow me.
Harold led him into the living room.
HAROLD: I shall return with him momentarily.
HAWK: Thank you.
Harold went into another room. Hawk took off his sunglasses and looked around. He stopped and jumped back slightly when he caught sight of the giant photo of Stefano.
HAWK (thinking): It’s even creepier than the way John described it to me.
He moved to another part of the room, but couldn’t help looking back at it.
HAWK (thinking): Holy crap. Did his eyes actually follow me across the room? No, that’s impossible. I must need more sleep.
TONY: Well, this is quite a surprise.
Hawk turned when he heard the voice, and stared at Tony.

[tghca]

Hawk saw the portrait of his grandfather Stefano...well Hawk is a DiMera so I wonder how much he knows about his family or his heritage for that matter? So Hawk is bound to run into his Uncle Tony but since he is, how long before he runs into his other uncles Chad, EJ and Andre?

Or Hawk has other family members like his aunts Anna, Abby and his cousins like Luna, Johnny, Sydney, Thomas, etc

Hawk's mother doesn't like that he's an ISA agent or that his mission involves his father Benjy's family...makes sense especially if she raised her children away from the DiMera influence or wealth

Seems Baby Danielle is getting more healthy and so is Melanie

[heroicmuse]

I wonder if Hawk knows the difference between Tony and Andre.

I'm glad Melanie and Danielle are going home soon! I wonder how Kate will get along with Melanie when she visits.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[mae00]

Awww!!! I'm so glad Danielle is getting to leave NICU!! Even more excited that they are both so close to getting to go home!

I sure hope that Hawk knows the difference between Andre and Tony.

[Kpatch]

Happy the Kiriakises can take Danielle home when Melanie leaves the hospital. Nice that Philip has a relationship with his mother.

I wonder if someone really was peering at Hawke through Stefanao's photo.

[André DiMera]

Thursday - 7/15

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
On the way to the NICU, Philip and Melanie ran into Maggie. Maggie gently hugged Melanie.
MAGGIE: It is so good to see you out of bed! How are you feeling, dear?
MELANIE: Thank you! And I’m feeling so much better! The doctor says I’ll be able to come home tomorrow.
MAGGIE: That’s wonderful news!
PHILIP: We’re just on our way to get our daughter. She’s been released from the NICU. Are you ready to meet your great-granddaughter?
MAGGIE: Oh, I am so ready! I’m sure Victor will be, too, once you’re home. He’d be here, but you know how he is about hospitals.
MELANIE: Oh yes. We know.
PHILIP: This way.
Philip and Melanie led Maggie to the NICU. Melanie gently picked up Danielle.
MELANIE: Here she is.
MAGGIE: Oh! She is so precious! Have you decided on a name for this little angel?
PHILIP: We have, actually.
MELANIE: Her name is Danielle. We’re thinking we might call her Dani for short. Her full name is Danielle Katherine Maggie Kiriakis.
Maggie put a hand to her mouth.
MAGGIE: Darling, that is beautiful! Thank you so much! I feel honored!
MELANIE: You should. You were one of the first people I got close to when I came to Salem. Plus, you’re Dani’s great-grandmother. Do you wanna hold her?
MAGGIE: I’d love to!
Melanie gently handed Danielle to Maggie.

DIMERA MANSION
Hawk stared at Tony, and thought back to a conversation he’d had with John and the others the day before.

BLACK PATCH - FLASHBACK
JOHN: von Dyne briefed you on the mission, right?
HAWK: That she did. We’re trying to take down André DiMera and his cabal.
BILLIE: What’s left of it, anyway. Three of its members have been captured, and one is dead. But there’s still E.J., his cousin Luna, Drew Donovan, and André himself.
HAWK: That’s what I hear. I’ll be going undercover at the DiMera Mansion. von Dyne thinks that, since I’m half DiMera by birth, it might be easier for me to infiltrate from inside.
JOHN: Good thinking. Just to check, you do know of André’s history?
HAWK: There’s a whole training section on him and people like him.
JOHN: So you know about Tony DiMera, then.
HAWK: By name only. Then again, I only know about any of my DiMera relatives by name. After Dad passed...let’s just say, Mom wasn’t too keen on that side of the family.
JETT: Not without good reason.
Hawk nodded.
JOHN: The thing is, knowing that Tony and André are identical is one thing, seeing it for yourself is another matter entirely.
HAWK: I don’t doubt it.
JOHN: If and when you do meet Tony, he should be more than willing to cooperate with any request to prove his true identity.
HAWK: I’d think André would do the same.
JOHN: Yes, but the real Tony is less likely to make a sarcastic remark while doing it.
HAWK: Understood.

DIMERA MANSION
TONY: I must apologize for my reaction. When Harold said my nephew was here, I was expecting Johnny or Theo. We’ve not met properly. Tony DiMera.
HAWK: Steven Hawk.
TONY: Benjy’s son. It’s a pleasure to meet you.
Tony extended his hand. Hawk cautiously took it. With his free hand, he pulled out a small device.
HAWK: You don’t mind if I…?
TONY: No, by all means.
Tony held out his hand. Hawk put the device up to it and pricked it with a small needle on one side. He waited for a droplet of blood to come out, then put the device in front of his face, handing Tony a tissue.
HAWK: Okay. Sorry about that, I just had to make sure.
TONY: Not a problem. So, Steven, it’s so nice to finally meet you. What brings you to Salem?
HAWK: Well, it’s been a long time since I’ve been in town. I came here once with my parents when I was very young. Recently I’ve developed an interest in my history, and wanted to know more about my father’s side of the family.
TONY: That’s quite understandable. I’m sorry to say that I never had the pleasure of meeting Benjy. From what I’ve heard, he was a good man.
Hawk nodded.
HAWK: That he was.
TONY: Well, you’re more than welcome to stay here, if you’d like.
HAWK: Thank you very much. I’d like that.
Hawk hesitantly took another look at Stefano’s portrait.
HAWK: That’s him, then?
TONY: Yes. That’s him.
HAWK: No offense, but it’s a little creepy.
TONY: None taken. I know what you mean. Stefano’s been gone for quite a while now, but his presence still lingers here. Now, could I interest you in a tour?
HAWK: I’d love that.
TONY: This way.
Hawk followed Tony down the hall. Meanwhile, down in the basement, Johnny had met up with E.J., André, and Luna. He was working on setting up a video camera.
JOHNNY: There we go. Those classes in filmmaking I’ve taken are really paying off.
E.J.: Indeed. You’ve done excellent work, so far, my son.
JOHNNY: Still don’t see why we couldn’t use the real location like we have with the other tapes.
ANDRE: Because, dear nephew, it would be far too risky. The locations we’ve used for the previous reenactments have been either secluded or empty enough for nobody to question what we’re doing. However, from my experience, the one we’re featuring in this tape is hardly ever completely empty.
JOHNNY: Well, then it’s a good thing I can edit this to make it look real enough.
ANDRE: Quite.
Bart entered, carrying a box.
BART: Here you go, Bossman. These are the newest props you ordered.
ANDRE: Thank you, Bart, just set them down.
BART: Sure thing.
Bart set them down, then left the room. Johnny went to the box and opened it, pulling out a mask that looked like a cartoon caricature of E.J.
JOHNNY: Well, this is going to be an interesting one.

[Kpatch]

Aw. Maggie meeting her great granddaughter for the first time. Sweet.

[heroicmuse]

This certainly will be interesting! I wonder what the plan is this time.

I'm glad Hawk ascertained that Tony is Tony. I hope Tony and Andre don't end up switching places later.

I'm so glad Maggie got to meet her great granddaughter!

Great chapter André DiMera.