The Melaswen Paradox (Read 329,540 times)

[Kpatch]

Oooh, this is gonna be good! And I love the fact that it really IS 15 years after graduation. Nicely done.

Thanks for the previews!

[heroicmuse]

Yay! Mr. Woods, a class reunion, and possibly a resurgence of the old rivalries. Plus we find out what happened between Philip and Chloe (I'm assuming). I can't wait for all of this! Thanks André DiMera.

[fluffysmom]

The reunion looks to be full of surprises. Thanks for the previews André DiMera.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 157

UNDISCLOSED LOCATION
Victor is sitting at a table. His phone goes off.
VICTOR: Κυριακής.

TITIAN – ATHENS, GREECE
TITUS: You really are a μπάσταρδος, you know that, Victor?

SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOT – UNDISCLOSED LOCATION/TITAN ATHENS
VICTOR: Ah, Τίτος. I was wondering when you'd get the call.
TITUS: You have done some lousy things to me in my life, brother, but this takes the cake.
VICTOR: I did exactly what I said I would do. I merely didn't give you a time frame as to when I would do it.
TITUS: You're not going to get away with this, Victor.
VICTOR: I wouldn't be too sure of that if I were you. Oh, don't sound so surprised, you know the kind of man that I am, and what I'm willing to do for family. Speaking of which, there's someone here who'd like a word with you.
It is revealed that Victor is sitting at a table at the Salem Jail. Across the table from him is Deimos, in full prisoner uniform.
DEIMOS: Hello, πατέρας (father). I've been expecting your call.

SHAWN-D & BELLE'S HOME
Shawn-D and Belle were getting ready for their class reunion. Belle was helping Shawn-D with his tie.
SHAWN-D: Mom got a call from grandma today. She says her, grandpa and Scotty are in Michigan and almost to the right town.
BELLE: Well, that's good. I hope your uncle's okay.
SHAWN-D: Me too. I feel kinda weird going to a party when Uncle David's in the hospital.
BELLE: I know. But, I'm sure everything will, eventually, be fine. Believe me, Julie's not gonna let anything happen to David without a fight.
SHAWN-D: True. Hey, I love you.
BELLE: I love you, too.
Belle and Shawn-D kissed.
BELLE: So, you ready to go, Mr. Brady?
SHAWN-D: I am if you are, Mrs. Brady.
BELLE: Well, let's go, then.
Shawn-D's phone rang.
SHAWN-D: Hang on a sec.
Shawn-D picked up his phone.
SHAWN-D: Hello? It is, who's this? What can I do for you? I see. I see. What the...Sorry, just a little startled, that's all. You're absolutely sure? Okay. Thank you. Bye.
Shawn-D hung up the phone and sighed.
BELLE: Shawn, what was that? Is everything all right?
SHAWN-D: Uh, no. Not really.
BELLE: What's wrong?
SHAWN-D: That was the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. They were calling to inform us that a patient we've had a less than stellar history with has been released and is headed back towards, if not already in, Salem.
BELLE: What patient? Who do we know that was in a rehab center in Chicago?
SHAWN-D: This couldn't have come at a worse, and yet strangely ironic time. It's Jan Spears. When we were on Melaswen during the explosion, Jan went back into a coma. Once we got back to Salem, she was taken to a hospital in Chicago. Apparently, she came out of it, spent a few months in rehab, and is now on her way back to Salem. It's quite possible she's already here.

[heroicmuse]

Jan is awake just in time for the reunion! I hope we don't have the troubled Jan!

Very interested to see what's gonna happen with Deimos.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[Kpatch]

Jan is always up for wrecking a party.

I wish we could see the Tittus/Victor scene on air!

Trying to figure out how David is Shawn's uncle.

[André DiMera]

Only in a technical sense, Kpatch. Really, he's more like a cousin. Julie and Hope are half-sisters, David is Julie's son. Like I said, he's technically a cousin.

[Kpatch]

Ya, that's how I think about him too, as a cousin. That relationship tree is so complicated with Julie being both half-sister to Hope and step-mother.

Thanks André DiMera.

[fluffysmom]

Jan heading to Salem should make for a very intriguing class reunion.

I wonder what Victor has planned for Deimos.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 158

CAR
Shawn-D and Belle are now driving to the reunion.
BELLE: What I don't get is why they felt the need to call us.
SHAWN-D: Personally, I'm glad they did.
BELLE: So am I. I mean, at least we know that she's out there somewhere. But why would they call us? It's not like we were her emergency contact or anything. I don't know of anyone who would be, though.
SHAWN-D: Neither do I. If I had to guess, I'd say they called us so that we're aware she's back just in case. The statute of limitations for her holding me hostage for almost a year is up, but that doesn't mean she won't try to come after us again.
BELLE: Do you think she will?
SHAWN-D: No idea. But, you can never be too careful. I mean, who knows what Jan's gonna be like when and if we see her again?
BELLE: Good point. Still, let's try not to let her ruin our evening.
SHAWN-D: I don't intend to.

SALEM HIGH
The car pulled into the parking lot. Belle and Shawn-D got out and walked towards the door.
BELLE: Looks like this place hasn't changed much.
SHAWN-D: Not since we registered Claire shortly after we arrived in town.
Belle and Shawn-D chuckled.
BELLE: You know what I mean.
SHAWN-D: Of course.
Mimi ran up and hugged Belle and Shawn-D.
MIMI: Hi, guys!
BELLE: Hey!
SHAWN-D: Hi, Mimi.
MIMI: You guys ready for an awesome night?
SHAWN-D: Totally!
The sound of another car door closing came. Neither of them paid much attention, as the all assumed that several people would be getting out of their cars and heading for the door. But then, Shawn-D felt a tap on the shoulder. All three turned around to see who it was.
JAN: Well, well, looks like this party just got a whole lot better.
SHAWN-D: Jan.
JAN: Thar's right. I've missed you, Shawn. I was so glad to hear the reunion was coming soon so we could see each other again.
BELLE: What do you want?
JAN: Oh, hi, Belle. I didn't notice you there. Anyway, I want exactly the same thing that you all want. To enjoy my fifteen year class reunion. Do a little reuniting with some old friends.
MIMI: Just, do yourself and all of us a favor, Jan, don't start anything. We're watching you.
JAN: Oh, Meems, that is so adorable. But, I think you'll find that I don't do that kind of thing anymore. I know that I used to be a little hard to handle.
SHAWN-D: Hard to handle? You kidnapped me and kept me in a cage for nearly a year.
JAN: Oh, are you still not over that? Come on, Shawn, it's been at least a decade. Anyway, like I said, I know I was difficult back when we were in school, but I want you all to know that I'm much, much better now.
Shawn-D, Belle and Mimi rolled their eyes and walked away. Jan chuckled as she walked into her old school.
JAN: Jan Spears is back, bitches.

[heroicmuse]

Uh oh! Looks like we got crazy, evil Jan back!

Love Belle and Shawn's conversations in the car.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[Kpatch]

Seems like it wouldn't be a Class of 2002 party without Jan intruding. She is back to her usual self.

Let the games begin!

[mae00]

Ugh! Evil Jan won out. I'm glad that everyone got a heads up about her release so that it couldn't completely ruin the night for them.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 159

SALEM HIGH
The gym in Salem High was packed with adults who had, fifteen years ago, been students. They were all standing, looking towards the front of the gym. There was a stand there, and the reason they were looking became apparent soon. Mr. Woods came up to the stand. There were claps and cheers from many of the students.
WOODS: Thank you. It's good to see you all again. You know, I look out at this room, and I am so happy to see so many of the young men and women that I had the privilege of getting to know fifteen years ago. And I am very excited to catch up with all of you. So, let's begin. Welcome to Salem High School's Class Reunion for the Class of 2002!
Several more cheers and claps came, then the music began. Click here to listen along with the music:
A number of people began dancing. Philip walked into the gym. He looked around for someone, and yet no one in particular. What he found was less than what he'd hoped for. Jason walked up to him.
JASON: Yo, yo yo! Philly K!
Jason and Philip high fived.
PHILIP: Jason. How's it going?
JASON: Great, dude. The football life is a-wait for it-mazing!
PHILIP: Good. That's good.
JASON: Don't tell me you're still stuck in that drab office with your old man.
PHILIP: If by that you mean Titan, then yes. And I'm not stuck. I chose to work there.
JASON: Nah, dude. The Philip I knew would never choose to stay in some stupid office job.
PHILIP: Well, I'm not the Philip you knew. I grew up. Being in the Marines does that to you.
JASON: Looks like it. You still with Ghoul Girl?
PHILIP: Don't call Chloe that.
JASON: Ooh. Looks like a hit a sore spot. What? You and Ghoul Girl get into a fight or something?
Philip looked away. He was sorry that he did, as he saw Cynthia walk up to him.
CYNTHIA: Hey, soldier.
PHILIP (to himself): Great. Jason Welles and Cynthia Austin both on one night.
JASON: Hey, babe.
CYNTHIA: Jason. Well, look at you. You've certainly got some muscles.
JASON: All from the football, babe. All from the football.
CYNTHIA: Yeah, that's real nice. I'm trying to talk to Philip, though.
PHILIP: Actually, maybe you two should catch up. I haven't said hi to Mimi yet. Excuse me.
Philip walked away. Meanwhile, Belle and Shawn-D were talking with Susan Adamson.
SUSAN: It is so cool that you guys are still together!
SHAWN-D: Thanks.
BELLE: We're glad you're doing well.
SUSAN: Thanks. I missed you guys so much!
Belle and Susan hugged.
BELLE: We missed you, too.
SHAWN-D: Hey, if you're staying in town for a few days, we should have dinner sometime.
BELLE: Yeah, you could meet our daughter, Claire, and we could have more time to catch up.
SUSAN: I'd love that.
Just then, Jan walked up behind Shawn-D and Belle.
SUSAN: Um...I should go. Excuse me.
Susan quickly walked away.
BELLE: What was that about?
JAN: Looks like sweet little Susan didn't miss me very much.
Belle and Shawn-D turned around.
JAN: You guys left the parking lot before I had the chance to thank you for being good to me when I had lost my memory.
SHAWN-D: Well, you're welcome. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have something I need to get done.
BELLE: What?
SHAWN-D: You'll see. I think you'll like it.
Shawn-D and Belle kissed. Then, Shawn-D walked away.
JAN: Looks like you and Shawn are still doing well. Adorable.
Belle turned to look at Jan.
JAN: Ooh, look. Chloe's here. I should go say hi to her. I'll catch up more with you later, Belle.
Jan walked away.

[Kpatch]

Jason and Philip's conversation was classic and so real. I'm kind of excited that Jason became a pro football player!