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Post by doolfan4life on Aug 20, 2024 15:40:27 GMT -5
So as it turns out Alex has a conscious Good to know And Stephanie is much like Melanie doesn’t understand what she wants other than she wants attention
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Post by Kpatch on Aug 21, 2024 7:15:03 GMT -5
Chapter 489a
Philip was driving Parker to Craig and Nancy’s for an overnight stay. “Your grandparents haven’t seen you since Christmas. They’re really glad you’re staying over.”
“I hope Grandma Nancy doesn’t pinch my cheek.”
“If you don’t like it when she does that, you should tell her,” Philip advised. “Hey kiddo, I’ve been wanting to tell you something. I’m starting a new business.”
“Yeah?”
“Yeah. I’m partnering with Justin and Xander and we’re pretty excited.”
“What kind of business?”
“Very similar to what I was doing when I was running Titan Media in Chicago.”
“Is it somewhere I can work when I grow up?”
Philip loved the way Parker was thinking so optimistically about the future. “If the business is successful, then definitely.”
“It’ll be successful, Daddy. I know it will.”
Philip reached over and ruffled Parker’s hair.
He honked once as he pulled into Craig’s driveway and told Parker, “Call me if you need me. Grandma will take you to and from school tomorrow and I’ll pick you up before dinner. Okay?”
“Make sure you don’t forget,” Parker cautioned.
“I promise I won’t forget."
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It was late Sunday afternoon when Philip returned to the mansion after dropping Parker off at Chloe’s parents’ house. He headed into the study to do something he’d been meaning to do since he got back to Salem—look for the book his father gave him on mythology when he was a child. As he perused the shelves, he hoped the book didn’t get donated to some library as part of Victor’s bequests.
Aha! Here it is. It was a glossy oversized picture book filled with pages and pages of Greek mythological characters, the color somewhat faded from its original condition. He didn’t remember there being so many pictures, but it was intended for children and he knew Parker would love it. He tucked it under his arm to bring to Parker’s bedroom.
Coming out of the study, Philip stopped in his tracks when right in front of him facing the opposite direction on the living room sofa, were Nathan and Melanie.
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Post by gapeach on Aug 21, 2024 7:16:42 GMT -5
This should be interesting!!!
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Post by André DiMera on Aug 21, 2024 8:47:02 GMT -5
Hope Parker has a good time with Craig and Nancy.
This should be an interesting confrontation.
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Post by Trey on Aug 21, 2024 10:33:43 GMT -5
Whelp, this outta be good... got my popcorn. Mostly to throw at Mel as she tries to make Philip jealous (prediction)
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Post by doolfan4life on Aug 21, 2024 11:04:38 GMT -5
I would hope that Philip no longer cared about either of them Also Nathan and Stephanie said they were giving their second chance a proper chance Nathan appears to not even be hiding what he’s doing
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Post by mae00 on Aug 21, 2024 11:25:28 GMT -5
I'm glad Alex and Stephanie didn't do anything and that Alex didn't drag out telling her.
I hope Parker enjoys his time with Craig and Nancy. I really hope nothing delays/derails Philip from picking up Parker.
Not surprised that Nathan and Melanie are at the mansion since Maggie is their grandmother.
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Post by heroicmuse on Aug 21, 2024 11:47:46 GMT -5
This will be an interesting confrontation.
For some reason, I expected Philip to find something hidden in the book.
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Post by Kpatch on Aug 22, 2024 7:24:59 GMT -5
Chapter 489b
Coming out of the study, Philip stopped in his tracks when right in front of him on the living room sofa were Nathan and Melanie, huddled together with a bowl of popcorn between them, watching Encino Man. They were facing the television, so they didn’t see Philip behind them. What the hell? It felt like he was having one of those dreams where the images didn’t logically fit together.
Philip felt a rush of emotion course through his body. It was hatred mixed with anger and knee-jerk jealousy. “What are you doing here,” he heard himself ask, even though he didn’t want to let them know he was there.
Nathan and Melanie instantly turned around. Nathan handed the popcorn bowl to Melanie and got up off the couch. Melanie turned her body so she was facing the men without getting up.
“Philip.” Nathan’s tone was mildly cordial. “What’s up?”
“What’s up? I don’t know,” Philip answered sarcastically. “But I would like an answer to my question. What are you doing here?”
Nathan glanced in Melanie’s direction. “Um. I live here.”
“Excuse me?”
“My grandmother invited me to stay,” Nathan explained.
“For how long?”
Nathan shrugged. “I have no plans to leave.”
Philip looked over at Melanie. “You live here too? I thought you were living in Maggie’s Chestnut Street house.”
“I was, but after you moved out there was no reason not to be here where it’s more roomy and comfortable and I can keep Maggie company. Please don’t tell me you moved back.”
“Where’s Maggie,” Philip demanded.
“She’s leading an AA meeting downtown,” Nathan answered.
Philip glared at the two of them. He could feel his face growing hot. He needed to get out of there. In a moment he rushed out the door leading to the walkway to the garage. He tossed the mythology book onto the passenger seat and peeled out like a race car driver.
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Post by gapeach on Aug 22, 2024 8:56:09 GMT -5
Well that went about as I expected . Maybe Melanie will move out now that Philip has moved in.
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Post by André DiMera on Aug 22, 2024 10:00:20 GMT -5
I hope Philip doesn’t interrupt Maggie’s meeting because of this.
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Post by doolfan4life on Aug 22, 2024 20:50:43 GMT -5
Would have been nice if Maggie mentioned they were living there As much as it’s her house it’s his too More so than hers actually I had a bad feeling about him moving back I also don’t like Melanie so close to Parker with the way she was trying to Manipulate the poor kid over something he doesn’t understand
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Post by Kpatch on Aug 23, 2024 7:42:01 GMT -5
Chapter 490
Kayla opened the front door of Hope’s house. “Sarah!”
“Hi Kayla, I hope it’s not too late to stop by.”
“Not at all. Come in.” Kayla closed the door and led Sarah to the sofa. “Have a seat.”
Sarah placed her hand on Kayla’s. “Gosh it’s good to see you. I really miss you at the hospital. It’s just not the same.”
“Thank you for saying that. I really appreciate it. You know I got a job with Advent Medical Group,” Kayla told Sarah.
“Maxine told me. I think that’s fantastic. Any news about getting your license reinstated?”
“Not yet. Aiden Jennings—oh, you know Aiden, you used him for your divorce.”
“Right.”
“So, Aiden explained the process to me. You have to file a complaint with the state for wrongful license revocation. He told me to be prepared for an uphill battle. The wheels of justice are really slow, especially when dealing with a government entity.”
“But you’re going to do it, right? Fight the battle?”
“That’s the plan,” Kayla agreed, although these days she didn’t have a lot of fighting spirit.
“If you need a reference,” Sarah offered.
“Thank you.”
“So, the reason I’m here.…” She reached into her purse and took out a large envelope. “This is an invitation to my wedding. I wanted to deliver it personally. Well, mostly I didn’t want to send it to your home address since you’re not there. And I also wanted to let you know that it’s addressed to—.”
Kayla took the envelope and read the names. “Mr. and Mrs. Steve Johnson.”
“Steve’s invited too, of course. We’d love to have you both there, but it’s your choice.”
“Thank you Sarah.” Kayla intentionally didn’t address the elephant in the room. “And thank you for hand-delivering this.”
“The wedding is on Valentine’s Day at my mom’s house. I hope you’ll come.”
“Of course I’ll come. I’m looking forward to it.”
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Post by gapeach on Aug 23, 2024 7:44:47 GMT -5
I am glad that Sarah hand delivered the invitation AND that she is supporting Kayla. I hope BOTH Steve & Kayla show up at the wedding. They need to work through their CRAP and sooner, rather than later.
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Post by André DiMera on Aug 23, 2024 7:50:03 GMT -5
Nice of Sarah to deliver the invitation personally.
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