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Post by heroicmuse on Apr 18, 2024 10:18:30 GMT -5
I guess Nicole doesn't know about Chloe's issues.
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Post by mae00 on Apr 18, 2024 14:32:49 GMT -5
Wow. Nicole really has missed a lot.
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Post by Kpatch on Apr 19, 2024 6:18:33 GMT -5
Chapter 445b
Melanie sauntered over to Stephanie at the New Year's Eve party. “What the heck are you doing here?”
Stephanie stood up a little taller. “Same as you. I was invited.”
“Are you sure? Because Maggie told me the guest list and I’m know for a fact your name wasn’t on it.”
“You might say I was a last minute addition.” Stephanie took a sip of her wine. “Either way, I’m a welcome guest, just like I guess you are, which is even harder to believe.”
“That was uncalled for,” Melanie blurted.
Donning a fake smile, Stephanie said, “Maybe you don’t remember this about me, but I can dish it out just as good as you can.”
“Stephanie!” Jennifer called out, as soon as she saw her niece. She gave Stephanie a big hug. “I’m so happy you came.”
Melanie rolled her eyes and walked away. “Thanks for saving me,” Stephanie told Jennifer. “She’s as obnoxious as ever.”
“No problem. The two of you remind me of me and Eve when we were your age.” Jennifer ran her hand down Stephanie’s arm. “I really am glad you came,” she told the younger woman. “How’s your parents doing?”
“Awful. I mean, if anyone would have ever told me that my parents, whose love story is the envy of the world, would be apart this long, I would have told them they’re crazy.” She got a little teary. “I can’t believe this is happening, Aunt Jennifer.”
“I tried calling your mom a bunch of times, wanting to come see her, but she always texts and says she’s busy. Hope said she’s become reclusive.”
“Aunt Hope is right. I can’t seem to get through to her either. And Papa’s like a ghost without her. He’s so lost.”
“I can imagine. I’m sure it helps both of them to have you back in town.”
“I guess, but I don’t feel like I’m much help. More like helpless.”
“Well, hang in there honey, and don’t neglect your personal life. You deserve to be happy, no matter what’s going on with your parents.”
“It’s kind of hard to think about anything else, though.”
“Say, would you consider working in the hospital’s PR department with me?” Jennifer asked. “I could use the help.”
“Well, I’m working at Titan now, but with all the upheaval, who knows how things will shake out.”
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Post by André DiMera on Apr 19, 2024 8:18:28 GMT -5
Glad Stephanie told Jennifer about the situation with Steve and Kayla.
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Post by doolfan4life on Apr 19, 2024 11:12:55 GMT -5
That was a good comparison for the two girls
Each generation has them
Nice to know Steph has a fall back if titan job is lost
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Post by Trey on Apr 19, 2024 11:50:58 GMT -5
I totally understand Nicole, focusing on her newborn and forgetting about the rest of the world. She’s got her own life and with a newborn sometimes a mom needs to center her world around her newborn.
Melanie continues to show her class glad Stephanie gave her back a bit of her own medicine
I hope Jennifer And hope Ken coordinate an intervention for Kayla. Becoming a recluse and hiding her problems from the world will not help her in the long run..
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Post by Kpatch on Apr 20, 2024 9:01:54 GMT -5
Hi all. Thanks for reading and reacting all week.
As a reminder, Holly was born Christmas eve. Chloe left town just before Christmas. It is now 7 days later in the story. Philip didn’t tell anyone and the only other people who know are Craig and Nancy (and Leo). I am guessing Nicole has not read Lady Whistleblower’s column lately.
Here are some previews for next week.
-The New Year’s Eve party continues.
-Lucas and Adrienne arrive at Maggie’s New Year’s party. Adrienne and Justin have an uneasy encounter.
-Jennifer snubs Gabi when her children arrive.
-Abigail and Justin lock eyes across the room and Ben isn’t happy with what he observes.
-Xander wants to have a private party with Sarah.
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Post by heroicmuse on Apr 20, 2024 9:11:19 GMT -5
I'm curious about Adrienne and Justin's encounter. I hope Ben doesn't become violent.
Thanks for the previews!
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Post by André DiMera on Apr 20, 2024 9:26:41 GMT -5
Excited for the rest of the party! Should be an interesting time!
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Post by doolfan4life on Apr 20, 2024 9:29:02 GMT -5
Thanks for the previews
I am starting to really dislike Jennifer in this story she seems kinda rude
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Post by fluffysmom on Apr 20, 2024 10:08:47 GMT -5
I'm glad Stephanie dished it back to Melanie.
It will be an uncomfortable evening for Justin with two of his exes coming to the party.
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Post by Kpatch on Apr 22, 2024 8:03:24 GMT -5
Chapter 445c
Lucas handed his coat to Henderson as he and Adrienne walked through the door to the mansion. He craned his neck from the foyer. “I don’t see Maggie. Do you?”
“No, but I do see Justin,” Adrienne observed. “I’m going to just say hello and get it over with. I’ll be back in a minute. Maybe less.”
Adrienne made a beeline to Justin, who was looking over the array of food on the buffet. She linked her arm in his and greeted him brightly. “Hi stranger.”
Justin looked at her. “Adrienne. Nice to see you.”
“I’m surprised to see you all by yourself. It’s New Year’s Eve. No date?”
He forced a smile. “No date tonight.”
“Well I’m sure you can find someone before midnight.” She scanned the room and said, “There’s Melanie. And Stephanie. Those are good choices for you. Oh. That waitress holding the canapé tray is pretty cute. She looks like she’s in the age group you like. Teens and twenties.”
Justin step out of Adrienne’s grasp. “Adrienne,” he said in an even tone. “Sarcasm isn’t your color. It’s not like I left you for a younger woman. Besides, what do you care who I date or even if I’m dating? You’ve got Lucas. Aren’t you happy with him?”
“I’m deliriously happy with Lucas,” she said a little too quickly. “Teasing you is just…” She paused to think of the right word, then looked into his eyes and uttered, “Irresistible.”
“Sorry to say it’s not quite as much fun for me as it is you.” Justin looked away. “Please excuse me. I need to speak to a colleague about a case.” Justin bowed his head slightly. “Have a good evening and happy new year, Adrienne.”
Adrienne pouted as she watched Justin walk away. “You too,” she mumbled.
Lucas hurried over to where Adrienne was standing at the buffet table. “I can’t find Maggie,” he said in a panicked voice. “I’m worried.”
Adrienne waved at the air. “She’s hosting a holiday party. I’m sure she’s just busy.”
“I’m gonna go see if Sarah knows where she is,” Lucas blurted.
“Let’s just go,” Adrienne muttered impatiently.
“Go? We just got here.”
“And now I’m ready to go. You can call Maggie from the car.” She grasped Lucas’s hand. “Come on.”
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Post by gapeach on Apr 22, 2024 8:09:52 GMT -5
Seems like the only reason Adrienne went to the party was to get under Justin’s skin and when that didn’t work she is going to pout and leave in a hurry. I hope Lucas doesn’t agree to leave.
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Post by André DiMera on Apr 22, 2024 8:46:37 GMT -5
Well that was a quick stop by! It doesn’t seem like Adrienne and Lucas saw anyone but Justin.
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Post by doolfan4life on Apr 22, 2024 13:51:21 GMT -5
That was really abrupt
I am wondering where Maggie is now though lol
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