The Melaswen Paradox (Read 329,393 times)

[heroicmuse]

Ouch! David! No need to go there. LOL

I loved Chad saying that Vivian wasn't that great. LMAO

Interested to see what Philip is planning to say to Nicholas.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[Kpatch]

I loved Chad and Andre's discussion because it served as a history refresher for readers. Now I know why JenCon sounded familiar.

Looks like Philip is going to use his connection to Vivian to deal with Nicholas, since Vivian is Philip's surrogate mother and Nicholas's favorite aunt. I think they were childhood friends too.

David and Steve's conversation is about to get interesting!

[mae00]

Bwahahahaha!!! Chad & Tony's conversation was so funny! I loved Chad's quips about Vivian. And the subtle reference to his past with Melanie was a nice touch.

Can't wait to see how the conversation with Nicholas & Philip goes. Wonder if Vivian will make an appearance.

Uh oh. This conversation between Steve and David could turn ugly quickly.

Great chapter André DiMera!

[fluffysmom]

I liked Chad and Tony's conversation. LOL that Vivian isn't that great.

David and Steve's talk just got very interesting.

I'm looking forward to a Philip and Nicolas interaction.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 188

BRADY PUB
STEVE: I've won?
David nodded.
DAVID: You won Kayla.
STEVE: Dude, this isn't a competition.
DAVID: Isn't it?
STEVE: No way, dude. And I don't think Kayla would appreciate you talkin' about her like she's some kind of prize you try to win at a fairground. I know I don't. Now, of course, she is an amazing lady, much better than either of us ever deserved. But there's no reason to see this as a competition. Who knows, man, things could have ended up differently.
DAVID: True. I suppose we should try to make the best of it.
STEVE: Exactly. Look, dude, I get that you care about Kayla. But as long as you respect her decision, we won't have any problems.
DAVID: I'll keep that in mind.
Moments later, Scotty and Kayla returned.
KAYLA: How are we doing?
STEVE: Great. How's your ma?
KAYLA: Tired, but still going.
STEVE: Caroline is one strong lady.
SCOTTY: She certainly is.
KAYLA: So, did you two get to know each other?
DAVID: A bit.
STEVE: Yeah, we did.
KAYLA: Well, good. So, who's hungry.
All four raised their hands.

CAR
NICHOLAS: Okay, first of all, it's Nicholas. Nobody calls me Nicky except for my mom, Melanie, your mom and Aunt Viv.
PHILIP (VO, over phone): And that's exactly what I want to talk to you about. Stay away from my mother.
NICHOLAS: Is Kate still in town? I thought she would've gotten tired of Salem a long time ago.
PHILIP (VO): I'm serious, dude. Stay away.
Nicholas chuckled.
NICHOLAS: Philip, I have no intentions of doing anything with your mom. That ship sailed a long time ago. So, you're in charge of Titan now?
PHILIP (VO): Well, my father still oversees everything, but for all intents and purposes, yes.
NICHOLAS: Interesting. As I'm sure you'll know by now, I'm bringing Alamain Industries back to its proper home: Salem. So, I'm sure we'll be seeing a lot of each other.
PHILIP (VO): That's the other thing. We need to meet. We have to discuss some things. When are you free?
NICHOLAS: Tomorrow. Name a place.
PHILIP (VO): Chez Rouge. Be there at six.
NICHOLAS: I'll see you there, my friend.
Nicholas hung up the phone and chuckled to himself.

SAMI & LUCAS' APARTMENT
Sydney was sitting on her bed, reading. Allie walked in. Sydney put her book down.
ALLIE: Hey.
SYDNEY: Hi.
Allie set down her backpack and went inside for some notes.
SYDNEY: How was school?
ALLIE: Good thanks. How are you feeling?
Sydney shrugged.
SYDNEY: Okay, I guess. My stomach still kinda hurts.
ALLIE: Gotcha.
SYDNEY: I had a talk with mom today.
ALLIE: That's good. About what?
SYDNEY: You know...growing up...
Allie put down her notebook.
ALLIE: Oh, that talk.
Sydney nodded.
ALLIE: So, does that mean...?
Sydney nodded. Allie hugged Sydney.
ALLIE: Congrats, Syd. You're finally growing into a young woman.
SYDNEY: That's what mom said. It's just...I don't know.
Allie sat down next to Sydney.
ALLIE: It's a lot to process, I know. But, it's kinda exciting, isn't it?
SYDNEY: I guess. I just don't wanna feel like this all the time.
ALLIE: You won't. The first time's pretty major, but they're not all that bad. And it only lasts a few days. And, if you ever need anything, tell me.
SYDNEY: I will. Thanks, Allie.
Allie put an arm around Sydney.
ALLIE: No problem, baby sis.

[heroicmuse]

Aww love the sister love between Allie and Sydney.

Seems things are tense already between Philip and Nicholas and are only going to get worse.

I hope David really took what Steve said to heart and isn't going to cause any trouble.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[mae00]

Awww. Love that Allie was there support Sydney. Sometimes that's the best medicine of all.

Something tells me that "Nicky" has something up his sleeve.

Glad Steve was able to get his point across without further fanning any flames.

[Kpatch]

Ha! I wouldn't have guessed that Philip was calling Nicky to warn him off of Kate. Although that's good advice for anyone. LOL.

David David David. It's 30 years ago. Get over yourself.

[fluffysmom]

David is nuts to think there was a competition to win Kayla. He wasn't even in Salem when Kayla met Steve.

I'm looking forward to Philip and Nicolas's meeting. I like the reminder of Nicolas and Kate's tryst. That means the very handsome and sexy Victor Webster is playing the role.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 189

SAMI & LUCAS' APARTMENT
Later that evening, Lucas had come home. He and Sami were cleaning up from dinner.
LUCAS: So, how'd things go today?
SAMI: They went okay. I got a bit of work done online in the afternoon.
LUCAS: Sydney looks like she's feeling a little bit better.
SAMI: I think so. She'll be okay.
LUCAS: So, what was going on with that this morning?
SAMI: It's just one of those things. She's growing up.
LUCAS: Ah, gotcha. So, it was her first...
SAMI: Yeah. And it can be hard adjusting to it.
LUCAS: I can imagine. How are you doing?
SAMI: I'm okay. I mean...I don't know, Lucas. Sydney's my baby, and she's growing up.
LUCAS: And she still is your baby, Sami. Nothing's ever gonna change that. Besides, we knew this day would come eventually.
SAMI: I know. That's what I said earlier. It's just weird for me to know that my baby's becoming a young woman. But, you're right. We knew this was coming.
LUCAS: Exactly. And, we did this with Allie already. Actually, it happened earlier for her.
SAMI: I know, but Sydney's different. With Allie, everything was so easy. She was always adventurous. Always ready to jump head first into whatever came her way. Sydney's...well, you know. She's more sensitive.
Lucas nodded.
LUCAS: Yes, I know that. But what I also know is that she's your daughter. Believe me, there are times when I look at her, with that smile she gets when she's thinking about something, and I have to wonder if I'm looking at a young Sami Brady.
SAMI: True.
LUCAS: Sydney's going to be fine. She knows she has all of us if she needs anything.
Sami hugged Lucas.
SAMI: Thank you. Seriously, Lucas, you are the most amazing man ever.
LUCAS: Well, I guess I must've gotten lucky, because I have the most amazing woman right by my side.
Sami and Lucas kissed.

DIMERA MANSION
André stood in Rolf's lab in the basement of the mansion. He was looking at a computer screen.
ANDRE: Well, things are about to get much more interesting.
On the screen were pictures of Nicholas, Carly, Melanie and Vivian. He shook his head and chuckled.

SALEM INN
Nicholas sat on a bed. He was on the phone.
NICHOLAS: No, that's not necessary. Not yet. Yes, I'm sure. Of course I do, but I really don't have anywhere for you to stay. Look, once I obtain a more permanent residence up here, I would love to have you over. Of course. Yes, say hello to him. Right. Love you too. Goodbye.
Nicholas hung up the phone and shook his head.
NICHOLAS: It's too soon. But once things are up and running, then...then I'll be ready for it.
Nicholas picked up his phone again and dailed a number.
NICHOLAS: Events are moving. I think it'll be soon. I'm not sure exactly. Yes, we've been in contact. Right. Of course. I know what to do.

[mae00]

All of those pics in Rolf's lab aren't gonna be good news. I'm guessing that Carly, Melanie, and Vivian will be making appearances. With Vivian, this could get fun.

Wonder how Nicholas was talking to on both phone calls.

Aww. Sami & Lucas were so cute.

[Kpatch]

Apr 26, 2017 9:12:38 GMT -5 mae00 said:

All of those pics in Rolf's lab aren't gonna be good news. I'm guessing that Carly, Melanie, and Vivian will be making appearances. With Vivian, this could get fun.

Wonder who Nicholas was talking to on both phone calls.

I was going to say the same thing!

[heroicmuse]

Omg love the conversation between Lucas and Sami. So realistic.

I wonder what Andre is up to.

Curious also who Nicholas is talking to.

Great chapter André DiMera.

[fluffysmom]

I wonder what Andre and Rolf are plotting.

[André DiMera]

Chapter 190

SAMI & LUCAS' APARTMENT
It is now the next morning. Sydney and Allie were getting ready for school. Johnny had already left.
SAMI: Now remember, if you don't feel well, ask your teacher if you can go to the nurse. And, call me.
SYDNEY: I will, I promise.
Allie hugged Sydney.
ALLIE: You're gonna be okay, Syd.
SYDNEY: I know. Thanks, Allie. And, thanks for...well, you know.
ALLIE: No problem.
SAMI: Right, got everything?
Sydney nodded.
SAMI: Okay, let's go. Bye, sweetie.
ALLIE: Bye, mom.
Sami hugged Allie and kissed her forehead.
ALLIE: Bye, Sydney.
SYDNEY: Bye.
Sami and Sydney walked out.
LUCAS: We should get going in a few minutes, too.
ALLIE: Okay, I'll be ready in a sec.
LUCAS: Hey, thanks for helping with your sister last night and this morning.
ALLIE: Well, I know how she feels. Plus, she's my baby sister, I care about her.
LUCAS: Love you, kid.
ALLIE: Love you too, dad.
Allie and Lucas hugged.
ALLIE: Come on, I don't wanna be late for school.
LUCAS: All right, come on.
Lucas and Allie walked out.

TITAN
Philip walked into Titan. Marie, Philip's secretary, walked over to him and walked alongside him.
MARIE: Good morning, Mr. Kiriakis.
PHILIP: Morning, Marie. What've we got today?
MARIE: There's a board meeting in 10 with all of the heads of divisions. A phone interview for the new operations division at 1:30, and another at 3. After that, your only other appointment is at 6, Chez Rouge with Nicholas Alamain.
PHILIP: Not looking forward to that one. The others shouldn't be too bad, though. Any calls?
MARIE: Only your mother, to remind you that she won't be there to represent Countess Wilhelmina this morning.
PHILIP: Good to know.
MARIE: There's also a few papers to sign. I'll leave them on your desk. They don't need to be signed until after the meeting.
PHILIP: Thank you, Marie.
MARIE: No problem.
Marie walked away as Philip walked into one of the Titan board rooms.
PHILIP: Good morning, everybody.

BRADY PUB
Shawn-D had stopped by to have breakfast before making his way to work. Nicholas walked in.
NICHOLAS: Oh my, my.
Shawn-D stood up.
SHAWN-D: Nicky?
NICHOLAS: Shawn-D!
Shawn-D and Nicholas shook hands.
NICHOLAS: Good to see you, man!
SHAWN-D: You too! What's it been, ten, fifteen years?
NICHOLAS: Feels like twenty!
Both laughed.
SHAWN-D: What are you doing here?
NICHOLAS: I'm back. I'm moving back to town. Bringing the business back.
SHAWN-D: So, you're the head of Alamain Industries, huh?
NICHOLAS: Yep. How've you been?
SHAWN-D: Great. Married Belle Black, we have a daughter, Claire, who's in high school.
NICHOLAS: Ah, she's around my girl's age.
SHAWN-D: You have kids?
NICHOLAS: Just one, a girl. Trix. Short for Beatrix. She's in high school, as well. She's studying abroad this semester, but she'll be joining me here over the summer.
SHAWN-D: Ah, cool. That's a nice name.
Shawn-D looked at his watch.
SHAWN-D: Hey, dude, I'm sorry to run like this, but I gotta get to work.
NICHOLAS: No problem. We'll catch up later?
SHAWN-D: For sure.
Shawn-D and Nicholas shook hands again.
SHAWN-D: Good to see you again, man.
NICHOLAS: You too.
Shawn-D walked out.