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Post by doolfan4life on Sept 17, 2024 7:44:11 GMT -5
Leave it to Nicole to say what other think and don’t say out loud 😂
I can see how he’d be irritated with her but in the end she needs a friend now too and the pickings are slim for her
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Post by André DiMera on Sept 17, 2024 9:17:00 GMT -5
Wow. Wasn't expecting Nicole to say that!
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Post by gapeach on Sept 18, 2024 6:40:16 GMT -5
Way to go Nicole. That might be just what Phillip needs to do. It might just be the slap in the face that Chloe needs to realize that Phillip is able (not really) to let her go. I know many couples who marry, divorce & re-marry (my best friend married her first husband a couple of times). Divorce is not mean (in this case) they stop loving each other but that it isn't working RIGHT now.
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Post by Kpatch on Sept 18, 2024 7:05:32 GMT -5
Chapter 498
Gabi handed JJ an iced tea when he came through the door that night. She took his hand and said, “Come here. I have something to tell you.”
JJ braced himself, knowing she saw Philip today. But her jubilant demeanor didn’t exactly say 'I’m going to let you down easy'. “Should I be worried?”
“Worried? No. This is good news.” She pulled him onto the sofa. “I have a new job opportunity.”
“You do?”
“I met with Philip Kiriakis about a contract job with his new company. He wants me to be their event planner.”
He set his iced tea on the end table. “Their?”
“Ya. Philip and his partners. Damn, I forgot to ask who they are.” She waved at the air in front of her face. “Oh well, doesn’t matter. I have to submit a bid, but I think I’ve got a great chance since he’s the one who contacted me and I’ve done work for him and his family before.”
“Wow. Gabi, that’s awesome.”
“It is, right? And it won’t conflict with my Party Chic business at all. It would essentially be a part-time gig.”
“Babe. I’m so proud of you.” He kissed the hand that was holding his. “Come here.” He wrapped her in his arms. “I knew it wouldn’t be long before you were recognized for being a super star at what you do.”
Gabi smiled and leaned away. “Thanks for being so happy for me.”
“Of course. Why wouldn’t I be?”
“Well, you asked if you should be worried that I had bad news. Why would you think that?”
JJ sighed deeply. “Okay. Look. This morning while I was dressing, I saw a calendar reminder pop up on your phone. It was about your meeting with Philip. I wasn’t snooping, I swear. So, why didn’t you tell me about the meeting beforehand?
“I didn’t really have a chance. Why? Does it matter?”
“You know what? No. It doesn’t matter.” He reached out and stroked her hair. “Gabi, I’m so proud of you. I knew you’d catch the attention of important people. You’re going to be a success beyond your wildest dreams.”
“Thank you, JJ. ...Oh. I just realized that you thought my meeting with Philip was personal. Not business.”
JJ rocked his head from side to side. “I wish that wasn’t my first thought, but it kinda was. I’m not proud of what I was thinking.”
“You’re still jealous of Philip.”
“Will you be traveling together?”
Gabi thought for a moment. “To be honest, I don’t know. But I’m committed to you and nothing is going to happen between me and Philip. Nothing.”
A little embarrassed, JJ looked downward. “I just don’t want to lose you. To anyone.”
“Well, I love you and I don’t want to lose you either.” She paused for a moment. “Hey, are we having a mature conversation about our relationship?”
JJ looked into her eyes and smiled. “I believe we are.”
“You know what we can do that might help?”
Stroking her cheek, he said, “I have a few ideas.”
“No silly. I was just thinking we could take our relationship to the next level. Move in together.” JJ’s brows raised and Gabi added, “You practically live here anyway. You’ve got a couple of drawers in the bedroom and your clothes are in my closet. What do you think?”
“I think it’s a great idea. Let’s do it.”
“Yay!” Gabi leaned closer until her lips met JJ’s.
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Post by doolfan4life on Sept 18, 2024 7:31:28 GMT -5
Um ok
Not where I saw that going but I suppose it’s better than him being jealous and overbearing
Hopefully this is a good move for them
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Post by André DiMera on Sept 18, 2024 8:43:45 GMT -5
Glad J.J. and Gabi had an adult conversation, and he admitted that he was suspicious at first.
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Post by Trey on Sept 18, 2024 10:53:12 GMT -5
I love that JJ is growing a bit and giving Gabi some freedom. I just hope this move doesn't make him even more possessive. Gabi seems to be all in.
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Post by heroicmuse on Sept 18, 2024 12:43:28 GMT -5
I'm surprised that Nicole wouldn't take Chloe's side, but that just shows that Chloe's behavior is so beyond the pale that even her best friend thinks she's a lost cause.
I'm glad JJ was honest with Gabi about his concerns. I hope Gabi continues to act like someone who is worth it instead of going back to stringing him along.
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Post by Kpatch on Sept 19, 2024 7:16:42 GMT -5
Chapter 499a
“You should move on. Get a divorce,” Nicole said, shocking Philip. For a minute, Philip thought it sounded like she was about to suggest the two of them start a relationship. “For all you know, she’s already moved on,” Nicole continued. “You’re never going to start living again until you do,” she added.
“It hasn’t been that long,” he stated quietly.
“Well, I haven’t seen or spoken to her since before Christmas,” Nicole recalled, “and I’m guessing you haven’t either.” When Philip didn’t react, Nicole downed her gin and tonic and blurted, “Rafe asked me to marry him.”
He scrunched his nose. “So, what did you say? Sorry. Not my business.”
“Why not? You’re my friend. Hell, your wife used to be my best friend. I wouldn’t have brought it up if I didn’t want you to know. I told him I’d think about it.” Philip scrunched his face. “What was that look on your face?”
“There was no look,” he stated flatly.
“There most certainly was.”
“Well, if there was, it was unintentional.” He swirled his drink and took another sip of bourbon.
“What? Don’t you like Rafe?” she asked.
“Sure. I like him. What’s not to like? I mean, I don’t know him well, but he seems like a nice enough guy. He helped out when Parker got kidnapped, so he gets points for that.”
“But you don’t think I should marry him, do you?”
“Not unless you’re in love with him and again, it’s not my business, but I don’t think you are.”
“How do you know?”
“I don’t. But the fact that you didn’t accept right away makes me think you’re not. That, and the fact you’re sitting here with me and not with him. Am I right?”
Nicole grunted. “It’s not that simple.”
“Isn’t it?” Philip asked. “One thing I do know is that you were head over heels with Daniel and I know from experience that moving on from the love of your life is hard, maybe even impossible.” He took another sip of bourbon, then he tapped her arm. “Look, I want you to be happy. I mean that sincerely.”
“You do?”
“I do. And if Rafe can make you happy then go for it.”
Nicole sighed loudly. “You’re right. I wish you weren’t but you are. I’m not in love with him. He’s a good friend. A great friend. And maybe I’d grow to love him in a romantic way. You can fall in love more than once in a lifetime,” she insisted, but it sounded like she was working a little too hard at convincing both Philip and herself.
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Post by André DiMera on Sept 19, 2024 8:36:28 GMT -5
Glad Nicole admitted it. I don’t think she can force herself to fall in love with Rafe, though.
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Post by doolfan4life on Sept 19, 2024 9:21:04 GMT -5
I’m glad Philip was blunt with her
She shouldn’t be considering marrying someone she doesn’t love
Rafe is a snooze fest but he does deserve to be loved not good enough
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Post by Trey on Sept 19, 2024 11:01:57 GMT -5
I'm glad Nicole is working out her feelings for Rafe, and hope she realizes that trying to force love and marriage isn't a good idea.
I'm also glad that Philip was wrong and that she wasn't making a move on him. They both could use a friend, especially a direct one.
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