The Melaswen Paradox (Read 329,497 times)

[Kpatch]

Go Claire! I still think that Chloe is the one who accidentally hit Claire with her car.

I hope Jan gets locked up again.

Thanks for the previews!

[tghca]

May 14, 2022 7:49:39 GMT -5 André DiMera said:

Thanks for reading and commenting, everyone!

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Next week…

The 2022 Last Blast Dance kicks off.
SILVER: This is beautiful!

And Sydney shares some news.
SYDNEY: I
found out something.

And later this week, Jan’s final hearing takes place.
DANFORTH: Jan Spears, step forward, please.

Meanwhile, could Claire’s long nightmare possibly be coming to an end?
CLAIRE: This ends…now.

All this and more next week on THE MELASWEN PARADOX!

I wonder what it is that Syndey has found out? Does it have to do with her brother Johnny? Or does it have to do with her father EJ and her Uncle Andre?

Silver and Sydney are at the Last Blast Dance but I'm sure there are boys there that will catch one of their eyes

Jan's parole I think is being revoked and she's going back to prison off of the violation

I wonder if Claire will confront Maisy face to face about drugging her? I know I would if I were in Claire's shoes

But I wonder if we will see more of this Charlie Dale murder trial? But Charlie defending himself as his own lawyer I wonder which witnesses will he call to the stand to try to get himself off? Or I wonder if Belle will derail Charlie's case before it even gets started? Especially because Charlie is not a lawyer nor do I think he's even studied law

[heroicmuse]

I'm excited for the Last Blast Dance. I wonder what Sydney's news is.

I hope the judge makes the right decision about Jan.

I wonder if Claire's nightmare really is coming to an end.

Thanks for the previews André DiMera .

[André DiMera]

Monday - 5/16

SALEM HIGH SCHOOL
CLICK HERE to listen to the music that’s playing.
The gym was filled with students. Most were dancing, though some were taking pictures and talking to friends. Sydney and Silver were among them.
SYDNEY: You really were great at the talent show the other night!
SILVER: Thanks! Like I said, it was the first time I’d ever done something like that. Thanks again for being there for me.
SYDNEY: Of course. I’ll always be here for you, you’re my best friend.
SILVER: You’re mine, too. I’m glad we’re friends again.
SYDNEY: Same here. This summer, we’ll have to hang out more, do more stuff.
SILVER: I’d love that!
The girls took a sip of their glasses of punch.
SYDNEY: This is a really cool song!
SILVER: Yeah, it’s great!
Mr. Woods, who was among the teachers chaperoning the dance, walked over.
WOODS: Ladies, are we having a good time so far this evening?
SILVER: Absolutely!
SYDNEY: Everything’s so beautiful!
WOODS: I’m glad.
SILVER: How’d we do on our final project?
WOODS: I haven’t finished grading them all yet, however I can say that I was impressed by your presentation. Your final grades will be out next week.
SILVER: Cool.
WOODS: I’m glad you two are so dedicated to your education, but tonight is about having fun. I don’t want either of you to worry about that tonight.
SILVER: We won’t, I was just curious.
SYDNEY: Thanks, Mr. Woods.
WOODS: You’re welcome. Are either or both of you interested in joining the dance contest?
The girls looked at each other.
SYDNEY: Maybe. We haven’t really decided yet.
WOODS: All right. Well, if you decide that you’d like to, feel free to inform myself or one of the other teachers.
SILVER: Sounds good. Thanks again.
WOODS: You’re welcome. Have fun tonight.
Mr. Woods walked to talk to some other students.
SILVER: Syd, would it…
SYDNEY: Would it what?
SILVER: I do kinda want to join the dance contest. Would it be awkward if I asked you to dance?
SYDNEY: Of course not! We’re at a school dance, that’s kinda the whole point. Besides, no one says best friends can’t dance together.
SILVER: Cool. So, do you wanna dance?
SYDNEY: Totally! And, yes, I’ll be your partner for the contest.
SILVER: Awesome! Thanks!
The girls finished their punch, and walked onto the dance floor.

SHAWN-D & BELLE’S HOUSE
Belle sat at the dining room table, her laptop and several small piles of papers in front of her. She finished typing something, then closed her laptop. Shawn-D walked in and put his arms around her. He held Belle for a moment and kissed her cheek. Then, he sat down next to her.
BELLE: Thanks, I needed that. Between getting ready for Charlie Dale’s trial for next week, Jan’s hearing tomorrow, and everything that’s going on with Claire, this is gonna be a long couple of weeks.
SHAWN-D: Yep. And at the end of the month, we’ve got our high school reunion.
BELLE: That too.
Shawn-D took Belle’s hand.
SHAWN-D: Hey, we’ll get through this, together.
BELLE: I know. I’m glad I have you by my side for all this.
SHAWN-D: Same here, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Now, I think that’s more than enough work for tonight. You need to relax.
BELLE: Yeah, that’d be nice. Any thoughts on how I could do that?
SHAWN-D: Mm, I have a few ideas, as it happens.
BELLE: Oh yeah?
Shawn-D got up, stood behind Belle and started rubbing her shoulders.
BELLE: Oh, that feels good!
SHAWN-D: Well, how about you leave this for tonight, and I can share the rest of my ideas about how to relax with you?
BELLE: I like the way you think, Mr. Brady.
Belle stood up, and she and Shawn-D kissed passionately.

[tghca]

Shawn and Belle for me are like Bo & Hope 2.0...that is how much I love this couple

Sydney and Silver joining the dance contest was to be expected

[heroicmuse]

I'm glad that Shawn and Belle are having some alone time.

I'm also glad the girls are having a good time at the dance. I wonder if they might revisit being more than friends.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[Kpatch]

Nice to see Shawn and Belle getting along so well.

I love Mr. Woods. It's always great to see him. I hope the punch isn't spiked.

[mae00]

I'm glad Shawn and Belle are getting along and that he's there supporting her through all of this. She really does have a lot on her plate right now.

So glad that Mr. Woods is still at the school! I'm not sure this dance contest is a good idea. I'm with you Kpatch. I hope someone didn't spike that punch.

[André DiMera]

Tuesday - 5/17

SALEM HIGH SCHOOL
CLICK HERE to listen to the music that’s playing.
The dance contest was in full swing. As they had agreed to, Sydney and Silver had signed up together. As the music thumped through the speakers, they and all of their fellow students danced. Occasionally, one of the teachers would tap a couple on the back, signifying that they were out. It was down to three couples when Sydney felt a tap on her shoulder. The girls sighed and took a seat on the bleachers.
SILVER: Well, that was fun while it lasted.
SYDNEY: It was. Plus, we can still dance to other songs after the contest is over.
Silver nodded. They watched the final two couples, and clapped when the winner was announced at the end of the song.
SYDNEY: They were really good!
SILVER: Totally!
A new song started. CLICK HERE to listen to it.
SYDNEY: Wanna dance?
SILVER: That’d be great.
The girls went back to the dance floor, put their arms around each other and began to dance.
SILVER: I’m having a really great time tonight.
SYDNEY: Me too! I’m glad we came together, as friends.
SILVER: Same here.
SYDNEY: So…I found out something relatively recently.
SILVER: Oh? What’s up?
SYDNEY: You know I’ve been taking that human sexuality class?
SILVER: Yeah, totally.
SYDNEY: Well, a couple weeks ago, we were covering this one topic, and it led to me finally figuring out why it is that I’m not attracted to anybody.
SILVER: Really?
SYDNEY: I’m asexual. I love people as people, but I don’t feel any kind of attraction to them.
Silver hugged Sydney.
SILVER: Thanks for telling me.
SYDNEY: Well, you’re my best friend, I tell you everything.
SILVER: Still, I’m glad you figured it out.
SYDNEY: I just want you to know, this doesn’t change anything.
SILVER: I didn’t think it would. You and me, we’re best friends. We love each other, as friends.
SYDNEY: Exactly. Thanks for understanding.
SILVER: You’re welcome.
As the song came to an end, the girls went back to their table.
SYDNEY: So, the last couple of summers, a bunch of my cousins and I have gone on a camping trip. It’s usually not until the end of summer, and with all the stuff going on with my cousin Claire, who normally organizes it, who knows what’ll happen. But, I was thinking, if it does happen, did you wanna come?
SILVER: Really? I wouldn’t be intruding or anything?
SYDNEY: Of course not. I know I said it was my cousins, but they usually bring their friends. So did Johnny and Allie when we went last year.
SILVER: Well, that sounds awesome! I’d love to!
SYDNEY: Cool! When I find out when it’s happening, I’ll let you know!
SILVER: Sweet! I can’t wait for this summer! Not just because of that, but I’m sure there’ll be other stuff that we’ll do over the break.
SYDNEY: Yeah, totally! And, me too! I have a feeling this summer is gonna be great!
After a few more songs, Mr. Woods took the microphone and stood on the makeshift stage at the front of the gym.
WOODS: Is everyone having a good time tonight?
The students cheered. Mr. Woods chuckled.
WOODS: Excellent! You know, the Last Blast Dance is something I look forward to every year. After all of the assignments, the tests, the projects, it’s a good opportunity for students to come together and have a night of fun to start off their summer break. Now, unfortunately, it’s getting to be late in the evening, so we’re going to be wrapping up with one final song. So, find yourselves a partner, and have a great night! Seniors, I will be seeing you tomorrow, everyone else, enjoy your summer break!
The final song began. CLICK HERE to listen.
SYDNEY: Oh, this is awesome! Let’s dance!
Sydney and Silver took each other’s hand and joined their fellow students on the dance floor.

SHAWN-D & BELLE’S HOUSE
Shawn-D and Belle laid in bed, Belle’s head on Shawn-D’s chest.
SHAWN-D: So, how’re you feeling now?
BELLE: So much better! Thank you for this. You always know how to help me relax.
SHAWN-D: I’m glad.
They kissed. Belle yawned.
BELLE: This has been a really nice way to end the night. But, now we should probably get some sleep. Big day tomorrow.
SHAWN-D: That it is. Good night, Mrs. Brady.
BELLE: Good night, Mr. Brady.
They kissed again. Belle wrapped her arms around Shawn-D, who put one arm around her, and reached over to turn out the light.

[tghca]

I wouldn't be surprised if Belle turns out pregnant especially since her and Shawn Douglas have been spending alone time together and Claire being their only child, I wouldn't be surprised if Belle ends up pregnant giving Claire a little brother or a little sister

I mean I've always wondered why Shelle never had more kids after Claire

Sydney is asexual and I'm glad she came to that realization all on her own...there's nothing wrong with that

Plus it makes sense for Shelle to have another baby considering Claire is married and out of their house, empty nest may as well

[heroicmuse]

I'm glad that Sydney and Silver talked and that Sydney came out as asexual to Silver. I hope the camping trip happens!

Aww. Sweet scene between Belle and Shawn.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[Kpatch]

I doubt Sydney is asexual. She's young. She's in high school, for goodness sake, and she doesn't need to put a label on herself just because she hasn't met the right person/people yet. She needs time, not labels.

Sweet ending with Belle and Shawn.

[lumiforeverandalways]

I'm glad Sydney was honest with Silver

Shawn and Belle are so cute

[André DiMera]

Wednesday - 5/18

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Claire sat up in her bed, reading texts on her phone. Over the last few days, she had begun to feel more like her normal self. Her hands still weren't working as well as she’d like, but she’d started therapy with Lily, and was moving around a lot better than she had been.
SHAWNA: You’re not gonna get rid of me, you know?
Claire sighed.
CLAIRE (to herself): Ignore it, she’s not real.
SHAWNA: You’re not, though. I know it. I’ll always be with you, Claire Bear.
Claire scrolled through her phone.
SHAWNA: You know, my whole life, I’ve always heard about my big sister Claire who died when she was just a year old. Dad would practically never stop talking about you sometimes. But now that I’ve met you, I don’t really see what all the fuss is about.
CLAIRE: Strong words for someone who says they’ll always be with me.
SHAWNA: Excuse me?
CLAIRE: I’m saying, if you really don’t think I’m all that interesting, you’re free to leave. Why stay when you’re not having a good time? If it’s for my benefit, don’t bother, ‘cause I’d rather not have you here, either.
SHAWNA: Well, that’s a bit rude.
Claire shrugged. She still hadn’t looked up from her phone.
SHAWNA: If you must know, I’m staying because…because I…I don’t know.
Shawna shivered.
SHAWNA: What’s…going on? I feel…really weird.
At last, Claire looked up. She stared Shawna down.
CLAIRE: What’s going on is that the drugs that creepy nurse was pumping into me are finally leaving my system. You see, Shawna, I’m not the one who’s not real, you are. You’re a hallucination. A side-effect of a drug someone made to try and change who I am. But, it’s not gonna work. This ends, now!

SALEM COURTHOUSE
As it had been at her hearing, the courtroom was packed full of people who wanted to see what would happen to Jan next. Aiden and Justin sat at a long table towards the front of the room. Shawn-D and Belle, Chase, Chloe, Nicole and Jade sat on the benches behind, as did several other people. Jan and Mr. Blaire sat on the other side of the room.
CHLOE: How’s Claire doing?
SHAWN-D: Now that those drugs are coming out of her system, she’s getting better.
CHLOE: I still can’t believe this is happening.
BELLE: Neither can we. But, the important part is the nurse who was doing it was caught.
CHLOE: That’s good. Is there any news on who caused the accident?
SHAWN-D: Rafe’s still looking into it. Our main suspect right now is the nurse, though with the way the drug was described, I wouldn’t be surprised if it was someone working for the DiMeras.

Meanwhile, Don was talking with Jade and Nicole.
DON: I sent forward the paperwork about the incident. The judge has had more than enough time to look it over.
NICOLE: Well, hopefully he’ll actually do the right thing and put Jan back in prison where she belongs.
DON: That would be ideal.
Don looked at his watch.
DON: I need to get to my seat. We should be starting any moment now.
He patted Jade’s shoulder.
DON: Stay strong.
JADE: Thanks.
Don gave Jade a reassuring smile, then joined Justin and Aiden at their table. A moment later, the Bailiff walked over to the door to the judge’s chambers.
BAILIFF: All rise, court is now in session. The Honorable Judge Benedict Danforth presiding.
Everyone rose as Judge Danforth entered the court.

[tghca]

I think Jan after this is headed back to prison and honestly she belongs there not in a place like Bayview, but back in Statesville.

Claire finally figured out that she's being drugged but I wonder if she will actually confront Maisy? Or if Chase will given he is Claire's husband? Or I wonder if Shawn and Belle confront Maisy for drugging their daughter?

I bet the drugs she was injected with were psychedelic and if I'm right, it is definitely Rolf's MO

I think Maisy had to be influenced by the DiMeras