For The Love of The Scheme (Read 18,267 times)

[Kpatch]

Good story Dannie! I like your little twists and turns. I'm having a hard time not picturing Chandler Massey as Will, but rather as Henry. Looking forward to more!

[fluffysmom]

Thanks for posting more chapters Dannie. I'm looking forward to reading more.

[sportsgirl]

I'm the same way with Will. I picture Chandler. Now who is standing by Chad & Will? Is it Kate?

[danniebear87]

Chapter 9: WHAT TO DO?

“But I thought that you wanted to get back together. We’re in love, so why not?” Sami asks. “Well because you live with EJ.” Rafe tells her. “Oh that’s it?” Sami asks. “Uh yeah.” Rafe confirms. “You drive a hard bargain Agent Negotiator.” Sami tells him. They give each other a short-soft kiss then smile at one another.

A man wearing a mask stands in the doorway as Chad and Will look through Madeline’s safe deposit box. “I can’t believe it was just sitting out here. What luck.” Chad says. “This doesn’t seem right. “ Will replies. “Will just leave if you’re afraid.” Chad says turning around to face Will. The man walks up closer to them. Chad sees and yells out to Will, “Look out!” Just as Will was going to turn around, the man hit Will over the head with his gun. Will falls to the ground and is unconscious. Chad tries to help Will, but the man points the gun at him. “Don’t move.” The man says to Chad.

Nicole breaks into the editing room at TV station. She checks to see if the coast is clear then closes the door and turns on the light. She walks over to some editing equipment. She puts her purse on the desk and pulls out a tape recorder. She presses play. “I did it, I kidnapped Sydney.” plays. “Got ya EJ; much worse than you have me.” Nicole says to herself.

EJ’s at the mansion pouring something to drink at the bar in the living room. Stefano walks in. “Elvis” Stefano calls out. “In here Father.” EJ says. He downs his drink and pours another. Stefano walks in. “What is the problem with Nicole?” Stefano asks. “She knows.” EJ says. Stefano looks confused. “Knows what?” Stefano asks. EJ turns around. “That I kidnapped Sydney.” EJ says slowly. Stefano’s in shock.

“I’m pregnant?” Chloe asks confusedly. “Are you sure?” Daniel asks. “He has to be wrong.” Chloe protests. “The blood test showed that she was pregnant.” Nathan says. Daniel walks over to him. “Let me see.” He says taking Chloe’s chart out of Nathan’s hands. Daniel reads the results then looks over at Chloe. “You’re pregnant.” He says. Chloe’s eyes get big. “We’re going to have a baby.” Daniel says with a smile. Chloe’s in shock. Nathan rolls his eyes.

“So when are you going to move out of EJ’s?” Rafe asks. “Hmm…let me think…how about now?” Sami says. “Now is perfect.” Rafe says. They kiss briefly. “So I’m going to get a few things from EJ’s then I’ll meet you back at the penthouse.” Sami tells him. “Okay then.” Rafe agrees. They stand up and kiss again briefly. They smile then hold hands as they leave the Pub.

“Who are you and what do you want?” Chad asks the mask man. Will moans. Chad looks down at him. The man hits Chad. Chad falls to the ground next to Will. The man grabs a vanilla folder out of Madeline’s safe deposit box then runs out.

Kate’s walking along the pier holding the tape. “It’s time for you to take a little swim.” Kate tells it just as Madeline walks on to the pier. “What is that in your hand?” She asks her.


“Now how did Nicole find out about that?” Stefano asks. “I told her” EJ answers. “Now why in God’s name would you do that?” Stefano asks throwing his hands in the air. “Because she was provoking me. She gets on my nerves. “ EJ says. “She gets on everyone’s nerves, but you don’t see them telling her their deepest darkest secrets do you?” Stefano asks. “Father, what are we going to do?” EJ asks. “We? You’re the one that got yourself in this mess and you should be the one to get yourself out of it.” Stefano tells him. “Oh so it’s just like that?” EJ asks. “It’s not just like that Elvis, I’m not turning my back on you it’s just I’m about to leave town and if Nicole isn’t neutralized by then, well then I’ll handle it.” Stefano tells him.

“I hope Chloe’s okay.” Melanie says. “I’m sure she is.” Philip says. “I’m going to check on her.” Carly says. Carly opens the door. “I’m pregnant?” Chloe asks again. Philip, Melanie, Stephanie, and Carly hear. “You’re pregnant?” Carly asks. Chloe looks nervously at Carly. “You do know what you have to do now right?” Carly asks. Chloe swallows hard. “Yeah I do.” Chloe says. She looks over at Daniel. “We need to have a sonogram right?” Chloe asks him. “Yep we do.” Daniel says. “I can have that set up Nathan says. Nathan walks out. “Yay! I’m going to be a big sister.” Melanie says. “Congrats to the two of you.” Philip musters. “Thank you Philip.” Daniel says with a smile. “Yeah.” Chloe says. Stephanie observes and then walks away when she gets a page. Philip worries as Melanie walks over and hugs Daniel and Chloe. Chloe looks at Philip. They have a flashback of their night of passion. They come back for it and Chloe turns away from Philip and smiles at Daniel who smiles back to her. Melanie looks over at Philip and they smile at one another.

Kate tries to hide the tape. “What is that?” Madeline asks. “It’s something for work.” Kate covers. “Really because I think it’s something you don’t want me to know you have.” Madeline answers. “Has anyone very told you you’re very paranoid?” Kate taunts. “Give me the tape Kate.” Madeline says holding out her hand. “It’s not yours.” Kate says. “It’s my tape that you stole out of my safe deposit.” Madeline yells. “What on earth are you talking about woman?” Kate says. “Give me it.” Madeline demands. She walks closer to Kate and tries to get the tape out of her hands. Kate fights back. The tape falls on ground. Before Madeline can pick it up, Kate smashes it with her heels. “Oops. Kate says. Madeline and Kate stare at one another.

The masked man returns and drags Will and Chad out of the vault. He puts them in the back of a van and takes off.

Sami arrives at the mansion and heads to her room to pack. She starts to pack when she gets a call from Rafe. “Rafe hey. I’m packing.” She tells him. “Awesome guess where I am?” He asks. “In the bath tub with lots of bubbles.” Sami replies. “That sounds great, but no just got in. Waiting for you of course.” Rafe tells her. “Hold your horses Agent Impatient. I’m just grabbing a few things then I’ll be right over.” Sami says. “I’ll hold you to that.” He says. They say their goodbyes then hang up. Someone knocks on the penthouse door. Rafe goes to answer it. It’s Gabi. “Hey Rafe. So glad you’re home.” She tells him and they hug. “So happy to be home.” He says to her. “Here are the items you ask for.” Gabi tells him then hands him a bag. “Thank you.” He says as he takes the bag then places it on the table. “You and Sami have a special night planned I see.” Gabi points out. “Yep. I want to get back to where we use to be. I really missed her. I need to let go of all the bad that has happened and focus on the good.” Rafe explains. “That’s great. I’m happy for the two of you.” Gabi says. “Thank you.” Rafe says as he starts unpacking the bag of stuff Gabi brought. “Well it’s really late. I’m gonna go home and get some rest for Ari’s arraignment tomorrow.” Gabi says. “Okay see you tomorrow little sis.” Rafe says. They hug and then Gabi leaves. “Can’t wait till you get home Sami.” Rafe says to himself.

Nicole gets her stuff together then heads out of the editing room. She walks out then closes the door when someone walks up behind her. She turns around and jumps. It’s Brady. “You’re in trouble Nicole. I know what’s going on.” He tells her. Nicole swallows hard.

Nathan returns to Chloe’s room for the sonogram. Carly’s not too far behind. “Time for the sonogram.” Daniel smiles. “Oh I can’t wait.” Melanie says. “Maybe we should go?” Phloe suggests. “But I want to see.” Melanie says. “You guys can stay if you want, right Chloe?” Daniel asks. “Um sure?” Chloe says. “Alright then.” Nathan says. “Yay!” Melanie says. Chloe and Philip try not to act nervous. Carly and Nathan set up the sonogram for Chloe. Soon they’re looking at the baby. “Aww..he or she is very small, but very cute.” Melanie says. Melanie then looks over at Philip. “Come over and look.” Melanie signals Philip over. Philip drags his feet. Daniel smiles at the screen. Philip looks at the baby on the screen. Then looks at Chloe then touches her hand slightly. Chloe looks at his hand touching hers then looks up at him. Philip looks at Chloe and they smile slightly at one another. Nathan sees and wonder what’s that about.

“She needs to die tonight.” EJ shouts at Stefano. “Yes let’s kill her tonight so that we can go to prison in the morning. Come now Elvis, you need to think of another way to handle her. You need a plan.” Stefano says. “Yeah I have a plan alright. I plan to kill her with my bare hands.” EJ shouts. He throws his glass as the door to the living room opens. Sami walks in. She looks at the broken glass. “Who are you planning to kill?” She asks.

On the next episode:
EJ tries to cool down
Brady wants to help Nicole
Sami and Rafe move back to the penthouse
Gabi finds Chad and Will

Cast

Nadia Bjorlin as Chloe Lane
Molly Burnett as Melanie Layton-Kiriakis
Crystal Chappell as Dr. Carly Manning
Casey Deidrick as Chad Peterson-Woods
Galen Gering as Rafe Hernandez
Mark Hapka as Dr. Nathan Horton
Shelley Hennig as Stephanie Johnson
Jay Kenneth Johnson as Philip Kiriakis
Lauren Koslow as Kate DiMera
Joseph Mascolo as Stefano DiMera
Eric Martsolf as Brady Black
Dylan Patton as Will Horton
Gaby Rodriguez as Gabi Hernandez
James Scott as EJ DiMera
Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady
Jessica Tuck as Madeline Peterson-Woods
Arianne Zucker as Nicole DiMera

[danniebear87]

Chapter 10: WHAT THE HECK HAPPENED?

Gabi walks through the park on her way home from Sami’s penthouse when she sees someone lying on the ground. She walks up slowly to them. She gets closer to see its man. “Are you alright sir? She asks. She then realizes she knows the man. “Oh my gosh, Chad!” She shouts. She tries to get him up.

The mysterious man from the bank shows up at Lucas’ place with an unconscious Will. He enters the back door and carries Will upstairs. Lucas comes in through the front door. It’s dark so he turns on a light just in time to miss the man carries Will upstairs. Lucas is looking though his mail. He hears a nose. “Will? Is that you?” He asks as he looks around.

“You know what’s going on?” Nicole asks semi calmly. “Yeah I do.” Brady answers. “Look I can explain.” Nicole starts. “Okay, so what did you do to Mia this time?” Brady asks. Nicole calms down. “Mia? All I did was get a latte from her earlier and since then she’s been blowing up my phone.” Nicole explains. “Are you sure?” Brady asks. “Yes I’m sure. Why what did she tell you?” Nicole asks. “She’s ready to destroy your life and everyone around you.” Brady tells her. Nicole laughs in Brady’s face.

“If you don’t mind me asking who’s on your hit list.” Sami says. EJ tries to stay cool. “Um, it was someone at work she backed out of the deal last minute after I put a lot of effort into it.” EJ lies. “So you’re going to take her life because of it?” Sami asks confusedly. “I didn’t mean actually kill her it’s more of the expressional I’m going to kill you.” EJ covers. “Right, well I will see you guys in the morning.” Sami says. She shakes her head. “Give Sydney and Johnny a kiss for me I’ll be up in a moment.” EJ says. “Sorry I can’t. I’m on my way out.” Sami says. “Out where?” EJ asks. “I didn’t know I had to answer to you.” Sami says. “You don’t I’m just curious.” EJ smiles. “Well curious, I’m moving out tonight. I’m going back to the penthouse.” Sami informs him. “Why? I thought you wanted to stay here.” EJ wonders. “I did, but now I don’t.” Sami points out. “May I ask what made you come to this conclusion?” EJ asks. “I might as well tell you you’re going to figure it out soon. I’m moving back to the penthouse to be with Rafe.” She tells him. EJ’s eyes widen.

“Chad, oh my gosh are you okay?” Gabi whines. Chad moans. “Chad, can you hear me?” Gabi ask. Chad opens his eyes. “Chad, you’re okay. Thank goodness, what happened?” Gabi asks. Gabi helps Chad sit up. Chad rubs the back of his head. “Wait, were you mugged?” Gabi asks. “If so then that means Arianna’s in the clear.” Gabi smiles. Chad stares at Gabi with a dumb look on his face.

“Wow, well don’t hold back.” Brady smiles. “I’m sorry Brady, but the thought of Mia trying to destroy my life is too funny for words.” Nicole says as she winds down. “She seemed serious Nicole.” Brady tells her. “Of course she did. So I’m going to tell you what I told her and that is I have bigger fish to fry.” Nicole says as she starts to walk away. Brady turns to watch her. “Does this bigger fish have something to do with the editing room?” Brady questions. Nicole stops then turns to face Brady. “No, I just left my lip gloss in there; gotta have the lip gloss.” Nicole says. “Yeah right.” Brady says. “Anyways, why are you here?” Nicole says changing the subject. “I left my lip gloss here too.” Brady jokes. “Cute.” Nicole laughs. “No I’m here to get some outlines for Victor.” Brady says. “Well you don’t want to keep the grumpy old man waiting.” Nicole jokes. “Yeah, so I’ll see you around?” Brady asks. “Definitely unless my life is too destroy to see you.” Nicole laughs. “Okay. See ya.” Brady says. He waves then walks away. “See ya.” Nicole whispers and waves a little. “Gosh I want you so bad Brady.” She says to herself.

“You’re moving in with Rafe? When did he get back?” EJ asks. “Earlier after you left the Pub I was with Lucas then he showed up.” Sami reminisces with a smile. “Yeah I saw him at the station visiting Arianna.” EJ says. “We talked and realized that we’re still in love and wanted to get back together. And live together of course.” Sami adds. EJ’s about to say something when Stefano interrupts him. “Congratulations you too.” Stefano says. He hugs Sami. Sami’s taken by surprise. “Now go on and get out of here. You don’t want to keep Rafael waiting.” Stefano says as he starts to push Sami out the door. Sami’s confused, but doesn’t care to question. She grabs her bags and heads out the door. Stefano comes back into the living room and closes the door. “What the hell was that?” EJ asks. “I was getting rid of Samantha before you say something you’d regret.” Stefano says. “I wasn’t going to do that.” EJ shouts. He pours himself something to drink again. “Oh really? Well excuse me for not believing in you since you told Nicole about kidnapping Sydney.” Stefano shouts. EJ turns to him and downs his drink. “Look, are you going to be okay with me out of town?” Stefano asks. “Yes father I don’t need a baby sitter.” EJ yells as he slams his glass on the table. “Well hopefully when I get back you’ll still be a free man.” Stefano says. Stefano leaves the room and heads upstairs. EJ leans on the drink table. He has a flashback of kissing Nicole at the station. He comes back. He bangs his hands on the table then knocks over the drinks on the table then the table. “Damn it!!” EJ shouts. He picks up his cell and dials Marco. “Marco, I need you to find Nicole right now and bring that bitch to me!” EJ shouts. “The bitch is right here.” Nicole says. EJ freezes. Nicole walks into the living room and to EJ. She takes the phone from him. “Never mind Marco, momma’s here.” She tells Marco then hangs up. EJ’s still frozen. “Wow honey, I love what you’ve done with the place. It definitely needs an upgrade now that Sami’s gone. She looked really happy when she left by the way. She must be on her way to get herself some of that hunky FBI Agent Rafael Hernandez.” Nicole says. EJ turns to her. “I can’t stand Rafe, but would kill to have crazy hate sexy with him. That is the best sex.” Nicole rambles as EJ gets closer. He grabs her arm and pulls her close to her. Then kisses her passionate on the lips. She kisses him back.

“No I wasn’t mugged, I was assaulted.” Chad says. “Oh sorry Chad. By who?” Gabi asks. “I don’t know. Wait, where’s Will?” Chad says. “Will? What about Will?” Gabi asks. “He was attacked too.” Chad says. He looks around. “Where in the park?” Gabi asks. “No it was….somewhere else. We need to find him.” Chad says. He stands up and a piece of paper is lying where he was. Gabi sees and picks it up. “What’s this?” She wonders. Chad looks at it in her hand. She opens it up and reads it. “Find Will Horton at daddy’s.” She reads. “He took Will to Lucas’? We have to get there right away.” Chad says. He takes off. “Wait for me!” Gabi shouts as she tries to catch up.
Rafe is lighting candles at the penthouse when Sami comes in. He blows out the match and looks at her. “Wow” Sami says. She drops her bags and closes the door. The living room is filled with candles and rose petals. “Oh no you caught me.” He says. “What you were expecting someone?” Sami asks. “Yeah darn I was hoping she’d be here by now.” Rafe plays along. “Well whoever she is she’s crazy to keep you waiting.” Sami says as she walks over and gives Rafe a slow and sweet kiss on the lips. “Champagne?” Rafe asks. “Of course.” Sami smiles. They stop kissing long enough for Rafe to open a bottle of champagne and pour two glasses. He picks them up and hands Sami one of them. “A toast?” Sami suggests. “To us?” Rafe asks. “To us.” Sami says. The clink glass and take a sip. Sami take Rafe’s glass away and puts it and hers on the table. “Okay enough of this.” Sami says then pulls Rafe into another passionate kiss.

Lucas stands on the stairs and calls for Will. “Will?” Lucas yells. The doorbell rings. Lucas answers it, it’s Gabi. “Hey Mr. Horton.” She says. “Please call me Lucas. Why are you here so late?” Lucas asks. “Um…because we’re…very worried about Will.” Gabi says. “Who’s Will?” Lucas asks. “Chad and I.” Gabi says. Chad walks up. Can we see Will?” Chad asks. “Why? What’s going on?” Lucas asks. “Nothing, nothing at all.” Gabi says. “He had a really bad headache when we were studying. He said he was coming home to sleep it off. I just wanted to see how he was doing.” Chad explains. “This late? It couldn’t wait to morning.” Lucas asks. “Can we just see if he’s in his bed?” Gabi asks. “I thought you said he was in his bed.” Lucas points out. “Um yeah he did.” Gabi says. “What the hell is going on here?” Lucas asks. “Um…nothing.” Chad says. “I don’t believe you. You have 2 seconds to tell me what is going on with Will.” Lucas shouts. Will walks down the stairs. “Dad?” Will says. Lucas turns around. “Will, what happened?” Lucas asks as he walks up to Will. “Will, you’re alright.” Gabi says. Lucas and Will look at Gabi. “Um what she means is Will you’re headache must be feeling better.” Chad tries to cover. Lucas stares at Chad and Gabi. “We should be going.” Gabi says. “Yeah we should. Good night Will and Mr. Horton.” Chad says. “He says to call him Lucas.” Gabi tells Chad. “Good night Lucas, Will. We’ll finish up tomorrow. Later.” Chad says before he and Gabi leave. “Care to explain?” Lucas asks. “I have a killer headache. Tomorrow.” Will says as he heads about upstairs. Lucas watches him go upstairs.

EJ and Nicole continue to kiss. Nicole pushes him away. “What the hell.” She says. “So you don’t want this?” He asks her. “I didn’t say that.” Nicole says. She kisses him. He kisses her back. She takes off EJ’s jacket then rips off his shirt. They move backwards toward the couch. They lay down with Nicole on top straddling him. She stands up and takes her clothes off as EJ watches. He stands up and kisses Nicole. He drops his pants and they fall to the couch and make love.

Rafe and Sami continue to kiss. Rafe stops it. “Wait, wait.” He says. “What?” Sami asks then kisses him again. “I don’t think we should do this.” He tells her. Sami pulls away. “What? Are you serious?” Sami asks. “Yeah I am. I want to unpack.” Rafe says. “So what’s with the champagne, rose petals, and candles? It was just this big show of affection for what?” Sami freaks up. Rafe laughs. “What? What’s so funny?” She asks. “I was just joking Sami.” He says. He walks up to her and kisses her on the lips. She pushes him away. “You had me good Agent Trickster.” Sami smiles then kisses Rafe again. They make their way to the couch. Sami rips her Rafe’s shirt. Rafe takes off Sami’s shirt. He picks her up and takes her to the bedroom. He lays her gently on the bed. She takes off her pants and he takes off his. They admire each other bodies. Rafe then lies down next to Sami and they kiss then make love.

On the next episode:
Mia makes a mysterious call
Sami has a plan
Arianna’s arraignment starts

Cast

Bryan Dattilo as Lucas Horton
Casey Deidrick as Chad Peterson-Woods
Galen Gering as Rafe Hernandez
Joseph Mascolo as Stefano DiMera
Eric Martsolf as Brady Black
Dylan Patton as Will Horton
Gaby Rodriguez as Gabi Hernandez
James Scott as EJ DiMera
Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady
Arianne Zucker as Nicole DiMera

[sportsgirl]

Who has Chad & Will? I am stumped.

[fluffysmom]

Thanks for the update. Nathan seems suspicious of Chloe and Philip. I like the love/hate thing between Nicole and EJ.

[danniebear87]

Thanks for the feedback guys

[danniebear87]

CHAPTER 11: THE BREAKFAST

Rafe awakes the next day with Sami’s head lying on his chest. She’s smiling. He lays her head down gently on a pillow then he sneaks away.

Mia restocks the sugar at Java when Will comes in he walks to the counter to get a coffee. Mia watches. She gets a text message. “I got the package, but had to attack two guys to get it.” It read. Mia smiles then close her phone and put it in her pocket. Will walks to a table and sits down with his coffee. He rubs his head. Mia notices. She walks over to him. “Hey Will.” She says. “Please stop yelling.” Will says. “I wasn’t.” Mia says. Will takes a sip of his coffee then touches his head again. “Are you okay?” Mia asks. “I have a bad headache and you’re not making it feel any better.” Will responds. Mia smiles then walks away. Chad and Gabi walk in and to Will’s table. “Hey Will, how’s your head?” Gabi asks. “It’s okay. How about you Chad?” Will asks. “It’s doing well. I got some pain meds from my mom. Here take one.” Chad says. He hands Will a pill. “Thanks.” Will says. Mia observes. “Wait, you told your mom what happened?” Chad and Will stare.

EJ walks up to Arianna’s cell she’s not in there. “Guard? Where’s my client?” He asks. “Miss Hernandez? She’s getting ready for court. She should be back in a minute.” The guard responds. “Thank you.” EJ says. The guard leaves. EJ has a flashback of last night when he and Nicole had sex. Nicole says EJ’s name over and over again. Then there’s a snap. EJ’s startled. It’s Arianna. “EJ, where were you just then?” She asks. EJ smiles slightly.

Sami moves around in be a little till she wakes up. She sits up in the bed. “Rafe?” She says. She looks around and doesn’t seem him but she smells something cooking. She gets out of bed and heads to the kitchen. Rafe’s in the kitchen making breakfast shirtless. Sami stands in the door way and watches for a few then says, “Good Morning Agent Naked Chef.” Rafe turns around. “Ah man! I wanted to surprise you.” He smiles. She walks closer to him smiling. They kiss briefly, but are interrupted by the smell of something burning. “I smell something burning.” Sami says. “Oh no the bacon.” Rafe says. He rushes back to the stove to save it. Sami laughs. “I’m going to get the paper while you save the bacon Agent Bacon Saver.” Sami says as she walks toward the front door. She opens it up and picks up the paper. She looks at the front page about Arianna. “Oh boy, there goes are plans for the day.” Sami says. A door closes from across the hall Sami looks up and sees its Alex. “Alex? What are you doing over there?” She asks. “Hey Sami. I’m thinking about renting the place from the Morgandorfers.” Alex responds. “I thought you were going back to Chicago?” Sami asks. “I was, but decided to give Salem another shot.” Alex explains. “Awesome choice.” Sami says with a smiles.

“No I didn’t tell my mom, I just took them from the medicine cabinet.” Chad says. “Good no one needs to know what happened last night.” Will says. “No kidding.” Chad answers. “Uh I do.” Gabi says raising her hand. “It’s best that you don’t.” Chad tells her. “Um I found you unconscious in the park and you were so terrified about Will that we had to go over to his house in the middle of the night to make sure he was okay.” Gabi reminds Chad. Mia continues to listen in. She has a flashback of receiving the text earlier. She gets nervous. “Gabi, it’s too dangerous. This guy obvious doesn’t care about us he wanted something that Chad’s mom had. We should stay out of it too.” Will suggests. “Uh no! Will he cared enough about you to take you home, but couldn’t give a damn about me. He left me in the park.” Chad reminds him. “Well I could be that he hates your mom Chad and that’s why he just left you in the park.” Gabi points out. Mia walks outside to make a phone call. She calls the person that texted her. She gets “What the hell were you thinking? You attacked Will Horton and Chad Peterson-Woods? What does this have anything to do with Nicole? Look if you don’t start showing some results then I’m going to do this on my own and that ass is grass!” She yells. She hangs up the phone and lets out a grunt. Someone walks up to her. “Was that message for me?” The person asks. She looks over and it’s Nicole smiling at her.

“Arianna, there you are.” EJ says he walks over to her. “Here I am?” Arianna says. “Yes you are.” EJ replies. “What about answering my question?” Arianna brings up. “I was just thinking about the arraignment trying to figure out which word to use. I’m stuck between two.” EJ covers. “Stuck between words? Really? So what are the words maybe I can help.” Arianna says. “Okay. Well one’s mistaken.” EJ starts. “Okay that’s a good one.” Arianna smiles and laughs a little. EJ smiles and laughs back. They look into each other’s eyes. “Yeah and….Brady.” EJ says as he looks up. “Brady?” Arianna says as she stops laughing. EJ points and Arianna turns around and sees Brady standing behind her. They stare at one another.

“Come in, come in!” Sami says waving Alex in. Alex walks in and looks around. “Wow! This is a nice place.” Alex says. “Thank you.” Sami says. Alex sees a basket of toys. “You have kids?” Alex asks. “Yeah I do. I have 4. 2 boys and 2 girls.” Sami tells Alex. “Wow 4 kids and its dead silent.” Alex points out. “They’re not here right now. They’re with their fathers and one is with my sister in Switzerland.” Sami tells her. “Oh…is something burning?” Alex answers. “Yeah it’s just my boyfriend trying to cook breakfast.” Sami laughs. Rafe comes out of the kitchen with two tea cups in his hand. “Breakfast is almost ready.” Rafe says. He looks at Alex. “Hello there, did she come with the paper?” Rafe jokes. Alex and Sami laugh. “No, this is Alex Miller. I met her yesterday at the Pub.” Sami tells Rafe. “Alex this is my boyfriend Rafe, Agent Rafe Hernandez.” Rafe puts the cups down and shakes Alex’s hand. “Nice to meet you Alex.” He says. “Likewise Agent Hernandez.” Alex says. “You can just call me Rafe.” Rafe tells her. “Okay Rafe.” Alex says. “Well breakfast should be done. You ladies enjoy the tea while I get the food.” Rafe tells them then goes back to the kitchen. “Wow Sami he’s so hot!” Alex says. “Yeah he is.” Sami smiles.

“Well I’m going to leave you two alone. I need to take the kids to Sami. I’ll see you in court.” EJ says then leaves. “So why are you here?” Arianna asks. “I wanted to see you before court. So we can have some time alone to talk.” Brady tells her. “Well there’s nothing to talk about so you wasted a trip.” Arianna says. “Guard.” Arianna yells the guard comes in. “I’m ready to go.” She tells him. The guard takes her to the court house.

“Nicole so nice to finally get to talk to you.” Mia smiles. “Cut the crap you little brat, what are you planning to do to me?” Nicole asks. “Oh so Brady did get to talk to you. That’s nice.” Mia says. She goes to walk back inside when Nicole grabs her arm. “Let go of me you bitch.” Mia yells. “Omg! That line destroyed my life. Look you little kid, stay out of my life or else.” Nicole tells her. “Or else what?” A man asks. Nicole turns around and sees its Bo. Nicole smiles.

“You’re a lucky woman.” Alex says. “Yeah I feel that way.” Sami says. They laugh someone rings the doorbell. Sami goes to get it and it’s EJ with Johnny and Sydney. “Hey guys.” Sami says. Johnny jumps into Sami’s arms. EJ walks in with Sydney. He sees Alex. Alex looks at him. Sami puts Johnny down and sees the looks between them. “Oh um Alex these are my kids Johnny and Sydney. And their father….” Sami starts, but EJ interrupts. “EJ DiMera, nice to meet you Alex.” EJ walks over and shakes Alex’s hand. “Nice to meet you EJ. They smile at one another. Rafe walks in with breakfast. “Breakfast I ready.” Rafe says with a smile, but turns into a frown when he sees EJ. “EJ so nice of you to drop by.” Rafe says. “So nice of you to cook breakfast….without a shirt on.” EJ replies looking Rafe up and down. “How about I take the plates?” Alex suggests. She takes the plates and put them on the table. “Is that what you’re going to wear to the arraignment Rafael?” EJ asks. “No I’m going to where a pink shirt like yours.” Rafe jokes. EJ laughs. “I’m going to change.” Rafe says as he goes in the back. “They’ve already had breakfast Samantha I’ll see you guys later.” EJ says as he hand Sydney to Sami. “And again, nice meeting you Alex.” EJ says. “Right back at ya.” Alex says. EJ leaves. Sami looks back at Alex who still haves a smile on her face. “Don’t even think about it.” Sami says. Alex looks at her and stops smiling.

On the next episode:
Arianna’s arraignment starts
EJ and Nicole come face to face
Sami has a plan

Cast
Casey Deidrick as Chad Peterson-Woods
Galen Gering as Rafe Hernandez
Lindsay Hartley as Arianna Hernandez
Eric Martsolf as Brady Black
Dylan Patton as Will Horton
Peter Reckell as Bo Brady
Gaby Rodriguez as Gabi Hernandez
James Scott as EJ DiMera
Taylor Spreitler as Mia McCormick
Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady
Arianne Zucker as Nicole DiMera

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CHAPTER 12: THE COURT DATE

“What?” Alex asked. “Please don’t tell me that you’re into EJ.” Sami says. “Well you were to have 2 kids with him.” Alex says. “It’s a long story.” Sami says. Rafe walks in. “The kids are playing in their rooms and I’m off to Arianna’s arraignment.” He says. “Okay meet you in the park for the picnic?” Sami asks. “I’ll be there hopefully with good news.” Rafe says. They kiss. “See ya.” Sami says. Rafe leaves. “Hate to see him go, but love to watch him leave.” Alex says. “Hey.” Sami says as she gives Alex a playful slap on the arm. “What? He’s hot.” Alex. “Did I mention you have great taste in men?” Alex asks. “Well if you like what you’ve seen so far, I have one just for you.” Sami says with a smile.

“What are you doing to poor Mia now Nicole?” Bo asks. Nicole lets go of Mia’s arm. “Nothing, she was the one that said she was going to destroy my life.” Nicole confesses. “Yeah right.” Bo says then walks into Java for some coffee. “The nerve.” Nicole says. “Well my break is over. See you later alligator.” Mia smiles then goes back inside. Nicole watches. “I can’t be distracted by that little brat. I have bigger matters to attend to.” Nicole says. “Is that with me?” EJ asks. Nicole turns to face EJ. EJ and Nicole have flashbacks of their night of passion then are interrupted by Rafe. “What’s wrong with you two?” Rafe asks. EJ and Nicole snap out of it. “Nothing. Nothing at all.” EJ says. “Don’t you need to be a lawyer to my sister or something?” Rafe asks. “Yes I do. Later Nicole.” EJ says as he walks away. Rafe looks at Nicole then heads inside. Nicole takes off.

At the courthouse, Arianna takes her seat inside. She has a glass of water when Brady comes in and sits down behind her. She feels his presents. She turns around and they stare at one another. “Why are you here?” Arianna asks. “For you.” Brady says.

Rafe walks up to Gabi, Will, and Chad. “Hey guys.” Rafe says. “Hey Rafe. I’m ready for the arraignment.” Gabi says before Will and Chad could say anything. She stands up and starts to walk to the door, but Rafe stops her. “What’s the rush? Let’s get some coffee.” Rafe says. “No time, we’re going to be late.” Gabi says as she pulls Rafe’s arm and they head out.

“What’s wrong with EJ DiMera? Why can’t I have him? I didn’t see a ring on his finger.” Alex points out. Girl, sit down this is going to take some time. Alex and Sami still on the couch and drink their tea and eat breakfast. “So give me the dish.” Alex says. “EJ DiMera is the most evil, sadistic man I’ve ever dated. Everything that happened between us was all a manipulation. Sure he’s sweet and charming, but it’s all an act and before you know it he’s pulling your strings as the wool comes over your eyes. You’ll get trapped and everyone warns you to get out, but you just can’t or you won’t and you just fall deeper and deeper into his spell till you’re so deep that you. ….it’s just bad.” Sami explains. “Wow. Okay that was creepy.” Alex says as she takes another is of tea. “Yeah it is and he’s not the only bad thing it’s his whole family. The DiMera’s have been torturing my family for years. Oh and his wicked step mother did whatever she could to break up me and Lu…her son. It’s just a big mess and I just want to save you for it.” Sami says. “You’re doing a very great job at getting me to stay away. Is that it?” Alex asks. “I’m just getting started.” Sami says.

EJ arrives at the courthouse with Nicole close behind. “EJ.” Nicole says. EJ stops and turns around. “What?” EJ asks. Nicole stops. “I just wanna chat.” Nicole says with a smirk. “What do we have to talk about?” EJ asks. “That’s a good question.” Rafe interrupts. EJ and Nicole look over at Rafe and Gabi. “I’m going to let Arianna know that we are here.” Gabi says. Gabi walks into the courtroom.


“It’s none of your business.” Nicole says. “Somehow I feel it is my business.” Rafe says. “It really isn’t.” EJ says. “Humor me.” Rafe says. “I don’t know what Nicole wants. She’s been following me around town.” EJ says. Nicole’s eyebrows lower. “I’ve been following you? You’re the one that beckoned me twice yesterday.” Nicole yells then stops. She clears her throat. “You beckoned her? Why?” Rafe asks EJ. DA Woods interrupts. “Court is about to begin.” He says. He smiles then walks into the courtroom. Nicole’s camera man shows up. “Well so sorry this conversation is over.” Nicole jokes. “We should do this again….real soon.” Rafe says. He walks into the courtroom. Nicole chuckles then walks over to get her microphone. EJ walks up to her. “There’s no cameras allowed in the courtroom.” He says then pulls Nicole close to him and says, “You need to stay away from me or else I will send you back to prison.” Nicole glares at him. “The same goes for you.” Nicole whispers back then yanks her arm back. “I’m glad we’re in agreement.” EJ says then walks into the courtroom.

“Uh oh what else?” Alex asks. “His crazy ex-wife Nicole. Gosh, I can’t stand her.” Sami says circling the room. “Because she married EJ?” Alex asks. “No it’s been a long road to hating her. Actually it only takes about 2 seconds of being around her to realize that you can’t stand her.” Sami says. “Wow. Continue!” Alex says as she pours more tea. “Nicole is as evil and sadistic as EJ. They’re like perfect for each other, but they can’t be together because Nicole kidnapped our daughter Sydney twice.” Alex swallows hard. “She went to jail, but then got out with a pardon from Sydney kidnapper #2.” Alex has a confused. “Anyways, Nicole’s driving him crazy.” Sami finishes. “How do you figure that? She seems like such a great person.” Alex asks. Sami laughs. “Because I heard that he wants her dead for some reason. He tried to cover saying it was some business deal that fell through, but I know its code for Nicole.” Sami says as she sits down and drinks some tea. “And you’re not gonna go to the police?” Alex asks. “It’s not gonna go that far. Nicole will take her way out of getting killed then she’ll set out to destroy EJ. You know it’s going to be good to watch them go at each other. Nicole is going to rip him to shreds and the funny part is he’s going to see it coming, but won’t be able to stop it. He thinks he has Nicole’s number, but he’s missing a few digits.” Sami smiles and drinks some more tea.


EJ comes to sit next to Arianna. A guard walks in and says, “All rise.” Everyone stands up. “The honorable Judge Madeline Peterson-Woods presiding.” The guard says. “You may be seated.” Madeline says. Everyone sits down. DA Woods winks at Madeline. She sees and smiles. “In the case of Miss Arianna Hernandez vs. The City of Salem, how do you plead Miss Hernandez?” Madeline starts. Arianna and EJ stand up. “Not guilty your honor.” Arianna says. “She’s guilty your honor.” DA Woods yells. “Sit down DA Woods. I will not take any outburst.” Madeline says. DA Woods sits back down. “Thank you for your please Miss Hernandez. There’s a great amount of evidence against your client Mr. DiMera. Are you should you want this to go to trial?” Madeline says. “Well of course your honor. I have all the confidents that my client is innocent and it’ll be proven in court.” EJ explains. “You can hear the confidents in your voice.” Madeline says. “I would also ask if my client maybe released on bail immediately pending trial.” EJ looks at Arianna. They smile at one another. Brady and Rafe sees. “Salem does not want bail to be set for Miss Hernandez. She’s a danger to society.” DA Woods says. “Your honor, DA Woods is just angry that he was attacked by who he thinks was Arianna, but she didn’t do it. She’s not going to run. She’s going to stay in town and clear her name.” EJ professes. Madeline pauses to think about it. “I’m setting bail at $500,000. Court is adjourned.” Madeline hit the gavel and walks off. “All rise.” the guard says.

“Wow there’s a lot of drama in Salem. And me likes.” Alex says. They laugh. “So what about that other guy you were talking about.” Alex says. “Oh yes. I have the perfect guy for you.” Sami says. “Ooh is he one of your ex’s?” Alex asks. “Yes he’s the father of my other two kids, but he’s nothing like EJ at all.” Sami tells her. “Ooh tell me more. Where does he work, is he hot well of course he’s hot you dated him.” Alex says. “Slow down girl. Okay, he’s a business man and he’s really hot. He’s an amazing father. He’s sweet and loving, hilarious absolutely hilarious. A great smile.” Sami smiles. “I love to laugh. I’m liking this guy. What’s his name?” Alex asks. “His name uh….” Sami pauses to come up with a name. “….Dell.” “Dell?” Alex asks. “Yeah Dell like the computer company.” Sami says. Alex gives her a confused look. “That doesn’t sound hot, but I’ll give him a shot.” Alex says. “Awesome. Maybe we can go on a double date?” Sami suggests. “Awesome when?” Alex says. “How about tonight?” Sami asks. “I’m free.” Alex says. “Yay.” Sami says. “I have to go and pick out something to wear.” Alex says. Alex and Sami stand up. “I’ll talk to Dell to figure out where to meet and call you with the details.” Sami tells her. “I can’t wait.” Alex smiles. She looks over to her right and sees a picture of Allie. “That picture looks familiar.” Alex points out. Sami turns to look. “Oh that, that’s my daughter Allie.” Sami says. “I think I saw picture in Lucas office.” Alex says. “Lucas? Who’s that?” Sami asks. “They guy from the Pub last night.” Alex reminds Sami. “Oh yeah Lucas he’s…he’s..um..Dell’s friend.” Sami cover. “Oh the poor guy.” Alex says. “Yeah I say that a lot. Okay bye.” Sami says as she opens the door for Alex. “Laters!” Alex says as she walks out the door.

“Where am I going to get $500,000?” Arianna worries. Gabi and Rafe rushes over. “I’m so happy you’re out of jail.” Gabi says. “Not if I can’t pay for my bail.” Arianna says. “I can pay your bail.” EJ says. “I couldn’t ask you to do that.” Arianna says. “You didn’t ask, I offered.” EJ says. “That won’t be necessary.” Rafe says. Brady comes over. “I’m going to pay your bail.” Brady says. Arianna looks at Brady then at EJ. “I accept your offer EJ.” Arianna tells him. EJ smiles at her. Brady takes off out of the court. Nicole’s standing out there and stops him. “Brady, what’s wrong? Did Arianna not get bail?” Nicole asks. They stare at one another.


Sami closes the door behind her. “Yes” Sami says to herself. She picks up a piece of bacon and her cell. She dials Lucas. Lucas’ phone rings. He searches for it. He finds it and answers. “Hello?” “Lucas, hey raise and shine.” She says. “Who is this?” He asks. “It’s Sami. You know your ex-wife slash baby momma.” Sami says. “Just joking what do you want?” Lucas asks. “For you to come over. I have great news.” Sami says. “Can’t you just tell me over the phone? It was my one day to sleep in.” Lucas says. “No you need to get your butt out of bed and over to the penthouse pronto.” Sami demands. “Why?” Lucas asks. “Because I said so.” Sami says then hangs up the phone. Lucas hangs up his phone then lays back down.

EJ, Nicole, Rafe, and Gabi walk out of the courtroom. Arianna and Brady look at one another. Brady takes off. “Brady wait.” Nicole yells. Nicole stops when she sees Arianna and EJ. She signals for the camera man. “So Arianna, do you have to report back to prison?” Nicole asks. “No, I’m free.” Arianna says. “Oh that’s nice.” Nicole says.

On the next episode:
EJ and Nicole go at it in front of the camera
Nathan confronts Chloe
Sami makes a date with Lucas
Mia meets with the mystery man

Cast
Ally as Alex Miller
Galen Gering as Rafe Hernandez
Lindsay Hartley as Arianna Hernandez
David Leasure as DA Charles Woods
Eric Martsolf as Brady Black
Peter Reckell as Bo Brady
Gaby Rodriguez as Gabi Hernandez
James Scott as EJ DiMera
Taylor Spreitler as Mia McCormick
Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady
Jessica Tuck as Madeline Peterson-Woods
Arianne Zucker as Nicole DiMera

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Thanks Danniebear. Love how you mix the on-air drama with new twists and turns!

[fluffysmom]

There's so much drama. Love it.

[danniebear87]

Thanks for reading guys. More drama on the way

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CHAPTER 13: THE ARGUMENT

Sami walks into the living room after taking a shower and getting ready for her picnic with Rafe. Sydney is in the play pin. Sami walks up to her. “Hey Sydney. What do you think? How do I look?” Sami asks her. She’s wearing a short white dress with light blue flowers that ties up behind her neck with light blue heeled flip flops. Her hair tied up in bow. Sydney smiles. “I’ll take that as a yes. Now it’s time to find the perfect location for the double date tonight.” Sami says she walks over to the couch and picks up the newspaper and opens it up then walks back over to Sydney’s crib. “Okay let’s see. We can go to midnight bowling. It glows.” Sami suggests. Sydney frowns. “Okay what about wine tasting that will loosening them up.” Sami says. Sydney throws a toy at Sami’s head. “Ouch” Sami rubs her head. “You didn’t let me finish. I know Lucas can’t drink. Rafe and I will have to try that one out later.” Sami smiles at Sydney. Sydney smiles back. Sami turns back to the paper and spots something else. “Oh perfect karaoke at Cheatin’ Heart. That sounds like fun.” Sami looks over at Sydney. She gets excited. “We have a winner.” Sami jokes. The doorbell rings. Sami gets up to get it. She opens the door and it’s Lucas. “So what’s the good news?” Lucas asks. Sami smiles at him.

Chloe searches for her cell phone in her hospital room as she gets ready to go home, “Where is it?” Chloe says. Nathan comes in. “Here are your release papers. Just need your signature.” Nathan says. Chloe stops searching and walks over to Nathan. “Thank you.” She signs the papers then hand them back to Nathan. “Here you go. So glad to be leaving. No offense.” Chloe says. “No offense, I don’t blame you. Now you can go celebrate becoming pregnant.” Nathan says. “Yep Daniel and I can’t anymore happier.” Chloe beams. “What about Philip? Isn’t he going to be part of the celebration?” Nathan asks. Chloe frowns.

Mia walks along the pier. She looks out to the water. Suddenly a man walks up behind her. She turns around. “It’s about time you get here.” She says. “Excuse me for working on my plan.” The man says. “I don’t care. Why did you attack Will and Chad?” Mia asks. “Because they were in my way.” The man replies. “How?” Mia asks. “Well they were in Madeline’s safe deposit box.” The man says. “Why would that be there? I don’t get it. And more importantly I don’t get why you were there.” Mia replies. “It’s all part of my plan to get back at Nicole Walker DiMera. Isn’t that what you want too?” The man brushes Mia’s hair softly with his right hand. “More than anything.” Mia says. “Good then.” The man says.

“It’s more than nice, it’s wonderful.” EJ says to Nicole. “Yes it is. Miss Hernandez, how does it feel to be free?” Nicole asks. But before Arianna could talk, EJ jumped. “More importantly, how does she feel about finally being able to go after the person or persons that framed her?” EJ smirks. Nicole gives EJ the evil eye. “Do you have any proof of these allegations counselor?” Nicole asks. “We will soon.” EJ says. “So while you’re finding this proof, what makes you think that the person or persons aren’t finding something on you or both of you?” Nicole asks. “Well because we have nothing to hide Mrs. DiMera.” EJ says. “Are you sure about that?” Nicole asks. EJ and Nicole smile at one another. The Hernandez siblings observe.
“Lucas, finally you’re here.” Sami says. She moves out of the way so that Lucas can come in. Lucas walks in and sees Sydney in her play pin. “Hey Sydney.” Lucas says as he waves to her. Sydney smiles and waves back. Sami closes the door then walks over to them. “I think that someone’s got her first crush.” Sami jokes. “Yep Sydney and I would be perfect, she already likes me.” Lucas says. “Yep, but there is one little tiny thing she’s too young for you.” Sami says. “Age ain’t nothing but a number. Ain’t that right Sydney?” Lucas says. Sydney laughs. “I have someone just right for you.” Sami tells him. “Who?” Lucas asks. “Alex Miller.” Sami smiles.

“You mean Philip and Melanie? Yeah they probably will want to be there since Melanie is Daniel’s daughter and Philip’s his son-in-law.” Chloe responds. “Isn’t Philip just a little more than that?” Nathan asks. “What do you mean?” Chloe asks. “Well let me just put it out there that I saw you and Philip touching hands last night when I was doing your ultra sound.” Nathan confesses. “What? I don’t know what you’re talking about.” Chloe says. “Oh really do you really want to deny this Chloe?” Nathan asks. “What? There’s nothing to deny Nathan.” Chloe snaps. “Really? Like when you were on the phone talking about your affair. You denied that then confessed so let’s do that now.” Nathan says. “I don’t have to explain myself to you, but since you can’t let it go. Philip and I did touch hands. I don’t know why maybe he thought it was Melanie’s. We didn’t really discuss it.” Chloe explains. “Or maybe he’s the guy you cheated on Daniel with.” Nathan says. Chloe gets worried.

“Nicole doesn’t believe that I can take her down.” Mia says. “Well you’re not, well not alone.” The man answers. “With your help, she’s gonna go down in flames.” Mia grins. “And she won’t know what hit her.” He says. “So what’s next?” Mia asks excitedly. “Nicole’s up to something bad. Find out what it is. Call me later.” The man says then walks away. “You have a dirty little secret Nicole and I’m going to find out what it is.” Mia says to herself. She turns around and walks right into someone. She looks at their face. “Dr. Baker?” She says. “What do you want with Nicole?” He asks.
“Yes I’m very sure.” EJ says. “Well let’s hope that is true.” Nicole says. “Cut! Okay that’s enough I would like to get out of here.” Arianna interrupts. “Right, let’s go take care of your bail.” EJ says. EJ and Arianna walk away. Nicole hands the camera man her mic. He then goes to pack up the equipment. “Interesting interview, I’m going to see you later Rafe.” Gabi says. She takes off. Rafe and Nicole smirk at one another. “What was that all about? Do you have something on EJ?” Rafe asks Nicole. “Didn’t I say stay out of my business or something like that?” Nicole asks. “I’m on your side. If you have something on EJ we can take him down together.” Rafe says. Nicole laughs. “Really you want to help me bring down EJ? That’s the funniest thing I’ve heard all day. I have nothing on EJ and don’t want to bring him down as you would say.” Nicole tells him. “Can we leave now?” The camera man asks. “Yes I’m ready.” Nicole answers. They walk off. Rafe watches them leave.

“Alex really? You convinced her to go out with me? I’m impressed.” Lucas says. “Yes well she doesn’t really know it’s you.” Sami says. “Explain.” Lucas says. “Okay well she thinks I have great taste in men.” Sami starts. Lucas laughs. “Stop it. And I told her I had the perfect guy for her. So I described you to her and she loved what she heard, but I was afraid if I told her your name was Lucas she was going to run for the hills so I told her your name was Dell.” Sami explains. “Dell? Well that’s not sexy.” Lucas replies. Sami laughs. “It was the first name that popped in my head.” Sami says. “Whatever so when’s this date?” Lucas asks. “It’s tonight at the Cheatin’ Heart.” Sami tells him. “What’s at the Cheatin’ Heart?” Lucas asks. “Karaoke, it’ll be fun.” Sami says. “Karaoke? Really? There’s nowhere else open tonight?” Lucas asks. “You’re going Lucas or I’ll call Alex and tell her that Dell’s really Lucas.” Sami says. “Well that will be you telling on yourself.” Lucas reminds her. Sami thinks. “Yeah you’re right, but come on Lucas it’ll be fun. You don’t even have to sing you can just play pool.” Sami suggests. “Oh yeah let’s play a game with sticks and balls. I can’t imagine what she would do with those once I come in.” Lucas says. “You don’t have to worry about that because I’ll be there and so will Rafe. It’s a double date.” Sami says. Lucas looks at Sami curiously.

“That’s crazy. I wouldn’t cheat on Daniel with Philip and Philip would never cheat on Melanie with me. Philip and Melanie are happy in love. The guy that I slept with is a no body. Someone I just met at the Cheatin’ Heart.” Chloe professes. “I don’t know if I believe you.” Nathan says. “Of course you don’t want to believe me because you want it to be true. You want Melanie back and this is the perfect way. Make her believe that her husband slept with his ex-girlfriend. Then you can swoop in and pick up the pieces. Well I’m sorry Nathan, but you’re not going to use me or Philip like that.” Chloe tells him.

“I hate Nicole and I want to destroy her life.” Mia says. “Really? Well good luck with that.” Baker says. He starts to walk away then Mia stops him. “Wait.” Mia says. Baker turns around. “Yes Mia.” Baker says. “What do you know about what Nicole’s been up to?” She asks. “Besides her being a TV reporter, nothing. I haven’t seen her since I left Salem last year.” Baker says. “Okay. Nice running into you.” Mia says then walks away.

Brady sits at the Pub looking through his phone with a cup of tea in front of him when someone touches his shoulder. He pauses then looks up. It’s Arianna. “What do you want?” He asks. “I wanted to tell you that we shouldn’t see each other anymore.” She tells him. “I got that loud and clear.” He replies. He goes back to looking through his phone. “I really wanted this to work out.” She says. “Oh really. It must be really tough to let go.” Brady replies. “It is Brady. Why can’t you see that I still love you?” Arianna cries. They look into each other’s eyes. Brady’s phone rings. He checks the id, it’s Nicole. “I have to take this.” Brady says. “It’s Nicole isn’t?” Arianna asks. “What’s it to you?” He asks. She takes the phone and presses ignore. “How dare you?” Brady yells.

Nicole’s outside of Java with a coffee when she leaves Brady a message. “Hi Brady its Nicole can you call me when you get this?” Nicole says then hangs up. “Brady’s screening his calls now?” EJ asks as he walks up behind her. “Ah EJ bailed Arianna out already I see.” Nicole says. “Yep. It’s the least that I could do since you put her in there.” EJ replies. “That’s yet to be determined.” Nicole replies. “What do you mean? I know you did it. You confessed as well as Baker. It’s over.” EJ says. “Well if it’s over, then why didn’t you tell the judge?” Nicole asks. “I’m doing this on my terms.” EJ says. “Not anymore. You’re on my terms now.” Nicole tells him. “And how is that?” EJ asks. “I have proof that you kidnapped Sydney.” Nicole informs him. “And what proof is that?” EJ asks. “A tape confession.” Nicole tells him. EJ laughs. “You mean the tape recorder that I chucked into the river? What did you swam after it?” EJ jokes. “Nope I just had another one handy.” Nicole says as she reaches into her purse and pulls out the tape recorder. “Would you like to hear your confession?” Nicole asked. She presses play. “I did it. I kidnapped Sydney.” It played. EJ yanks it out of Nicole’s hands and destroys the recorder. “I made copies. Lots and lots of copies and if you don’t want them to get out you’re going to need to find another way to help Arianna.” Nicole says. EJ frowns.

“I don’t want Melanie back so how am I using you and Philip?” Nathan asks. “You wanted to stop Melanie and Philip’s wedding. So sorry if I don’t believe that.” Chloe reminds him. “But I didn’t. I know now that the only person I want to be with is Stephanie. Melanie’s with Philip and I’m happy for her, but I’m not going to stand back and allow him to hurt her or you.” Nathan shouts. “Well we’re not doing anything to her. I cheated with a complete stranger. Why can’t you believe that?” Chloe ask. “Fine, I believe you.” Nathan says. “Thank you.” Chloe says. She grabs her things and leaves. “But I really don’t.” Nathan says to himself.

“You and who else?” Lucas asks. “Rafe of course.” Sami says. “You and Rafe actually talked when I left? No more staring and smiles?” Lucas asks. “Yes we did and now we’re back together.” Sami tells him. “Oh let me guess your first words. Your stare is cuter. Then Rafe says your stare is cuter. And back and forth you too go.” Lucas jokes. “It was not like that. We talked and now we’re back together and living together here.” Sami tells him. “No more DiMera mansion or EJ DiMera?” Lucas asks. “Nope. Rafe’s the man that I want and Alex is the woman you want so why don’t you agree and go to karaoke night?” Sami says. “Alright I’ll go, but if Alex gets pissed and wants to throw things I’m ducking behind you.” Lucas says. “Deal. So it’s a date?” Sami says. “Yeah yeah.” They shake hands as Rafe walks in. “You two are going on a date?” Rafe asks. Lucas and Sami look at Rafe then at each other.

On the next episode:
Melanie wants to get Brady and Arianna back together
Rafe and Sami go on a picnic
Alex and Lucas challenge one another

Cast
Nadia Bjorlin as Chloe Lane
John Callahan as Dick Baker
Bryan Dattilo as Lucas Horton
Galen Gering as Rafe Hernandez
Mark Hapka as Dr. Nathan Horton
Lindsay Hartley as Arianna Hernandez
Eric Martsolf as Brady Black
Gaby Rodriguez as Gabi Hernandez
James Scott as EJ DiMera
Taylor Spreitler as Mia McCormick
Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady
Arianne Zucker as Nicole DiMera

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CHAPTER 14: THE CHALLENGE

“Well that’s my cue to leave.” Lucas says. Sami chuckles. “See you tonight. Karaoke!!” Lucas says on his way out. Rafe closes the door. “So how did Arianna’s arraignment go?” Sami asks. “Don’t change the subject.” Rafe says as he walks closer to Sami. “From what?” Sami smiles. “You’re making a date with your ex?” Rafe questions. “Relax you’re coming too.” Sami tells him. “Well I don’t want to be the third wheel.” Rafe responds. “You won’t it’s a double date.” Sami says. “Okay so who’s my date?” Rafe asks. Sami laughs. “Me silly. I set Lucas up with Alex.” Sami smiles.

Alex is at the gym running on the treadmill. Lucas walks in with his water bottle and towel. He stops her. “Hey Alex.” He says. “Lucas.” Alex looks at him then turns away. He walks closer to her. “So my buddy Dell tells me you have a date with him tonight.” Lucas says. “Yeah so.” She replies. “It’s kinda messed up that you would date my friend you haven’t seen, but won’t give me the time of day.” Lucas tells her. “Well he sounds a lot more interesting than you.” Alex gets off the treadmill and drinks from her water bottle. Lucas starts to lift weights. Alex watches him. “Yeah whatever. You’re going to want me after one night with Dell.” Lucas says. “I highly doubt that.” Alex says. Lucas puts down the weighs. “We’ll you’re see.” Lucas tells her. Alex picks the ones he had and lifts them up then puts them down. “Wow you’re pretty strong.” Lucas points out. “Yep I am. Next challenge.” She says. Lucas smiles.

Melanie and Philip walk outside of the Pub holding hands. “I’m so glad that we could have late lunch together.” Melanie says to Philip. “Me too. Late, but great.” Philip smiles. They walk in. They see Brady and Arianna talking. “That doesn’t look good.” Melanie says.

“Who I talk to is none of your damn business.” Brady tells her as he stands up. “Silly me for wanting to have a conversation without Nicole interrupting. “What’s there to talk about? You said we’re over then we’re over.” Brady says. He grabs his phone and takes off pass Melanie and Philip. “Brady wait.” Melanie says. Philip stops her. “Just let it go.” He says. Melanie looks at Arianna who starts to cry.


“Oh so you were playing cupid while I was gone?” Rafe asks. “That I was.” Sami smiles. They kiss. “So what about the picnic?” Rafe asks. “It’s at the Pub probably ready. Oh you didn’t answer me about Arianna.” Sami tells him. “She’s out on bail.” Rafe says.
“That’s great.” Sami says with a smile. “Thanks to EJ.” Rafe frowns. “And you’re not happy about that?” She asks confusedly. “Why would I be?” Rafe sits down on the couch. “Because your sister’s out.” Sami reminds him. “I hate that she’s so trusting of EJ. He’s just helping her to get back at Nicole.” He suspects. “And how is that?” Sami sits down on the couch next to him. “He knows something she did probably frame Arianna and she has something on him, but neither wants to admit it.” He explains. “Interesting.” She says. Johnny walks from the back. “Rafe’s home so we can go on the picnic?” He asks. Sami and Rafe turn around and laugh. “Yep buddy we can.” Rafe answers. Johnny smiles.

“Challenge? What like asking Brady Black out last night?” Lucas laughs. “A fair challenge this time.” Alex says. “Oh you mean one that’s easy for you to win, but you’ll lose because I’m that damn good?” Lucas says. Alex rolls her eyes. “Can you run?” She asks. “Can you blow smoke?” He asks. “First person around the track first wins.” Alex says. “So what do I win?” Lucas smiles. “If you win, I’ll blow off Dell and go out with you tonight.” Alex says. Lucas smiles. “So what do I get?” Alex asks. “I’ll leave you alone.” Lucas says. “The best award I could ask for.” She says. They head outside to the track.

“I’m opened to suggestions on how I should help Arianna.” EJ tells Nicole. “Well it’s simple we get Baker to out his partner then pay him off to leave town and leave the chick to hang. I mean she’s the one that’s going around whacking guys in the head. Baker’s really not getting anything out of this deal.” Nicole says. “That’s not going to work. What makes you think that this woman will just let Baker off. Let you off?” EJ asks. “Well do you have a better idea?” Nicole asks. “Let’s talk to Baker first then will find a way.” EJ suggests. They head down to the DiMera dungeon.


Melanie walks over to Arianna. Philip follows. “What happened?” Melanie asks. “We broke up.” Arianna cries. “Why?” Melanie asks. “Because of Nicole.” Arianna says. “Forget Nicole, do you really want Brady?” Melanie asks. “I’m going to get us a table and order.” Philip says. “Okay.” Melanie says. “Of course I do.” Arianna says. “Then fight for him.” Melanie suggests. “I can’t. Not when I’m fighting for me freedom because of Nicole. She just ruins everything. I hate her.” Arianna says. “Well I hate her two for you. And we will get Brady back and make her wish she never messed with you.” Melanie says. “Okay enough of Nicole talk. I should get something to eat.” Arianna says. “Why don’t you join Philip and I.” Melanie suggests. “I don’t want to intrude.” Arianna says. “You’re not right Philip?” Melanie looks at Philip who’s sitting at a table nearby looking at the menu. “Of course.” Philip says. “See” Melanie says. “I think I should go somewhere else. I’ll talk to you later.” Arianna says. “Okay. Later.” Melanie says. Arianna walks out of the Pub. “Was it something I said?” Philip asks. “Nope she just didn’t want to intrude. She rather cry alone I guess.” Melanie sits down at the table and starts to look at her menu. “I want to help them get back together.” Melanie says. “You wanna play matchmaker with them like you did me and Stephanie?” Philip asks. “There’s a difference. Brady and Arianna are meant to be together. You and Stephanie simply were not.” Melanie smiles. Philip smiles back.

Nathan’s looking though charts at the hospital. Stephanie walks up behind him. “Hey Nathan you’re off tonight right?” She asks. “Yep. I’m off in another hour. Why?” He wonders. “My aunt Adrienne is having karaoke night at Cheatin’ Heart tonight and wonder if you wanted to go.” Stephanie suggests. “That sounds like a blast.” Nathan says. “Alright. Pick me up at 7?” Stephanie asks. “I will.” Nathan smiles. Stephanie smiles and walks away.

Rafe, Sami, Johnny, and Sydney enter the Pub. Caroline has the picnic basket on the counter. Johnny rushes over to her. “Grandma!!” He yells. “Johnny, hey.” She says they hug. Sami, Sydney, and Rafe walk over. “Your picnic is already.” Caroline says. Rafe grabs the basket. “Thanks Caroline.” Rafe says. “You’re quite welcome.” Caroline says with a smile. “Thanks Grandma, we better get going.” Sami says. “One moment, Can I talk to you for a second alone Sami?” Caroline asks. “Sure.” Sami says. “I’ll put the food and the kids in the car.” Rafe offers. “Thanks.” Sami smiles. She watches them leave. “So what’s up Grandma?” Sami asks. “Nothing. I just wanted to say that I’m so happy for you and Rafe. I’m glad you two are back together.” Caroline says. “Thanks Grandma.” Sami says. They hug. “Now go have fun.” Caroline says. “We will. Bye” Sami smiles as she walks away.

EJ and Nicole walk through the DiMera dungeon. They walk up to Baker’s cell and notice it’s empty. “Damn it!” EJ yells. “How did he get out?” Nicole questions. “I don’t know maybe his partner in crime.” EJ says. “No doubt so what do we do now?” Nicole asks.

Lucas and Alex are on the track. They look at one another. “On 3.” Lucas says. “Fine with me.” Alex says. “1…2…” Lucas starts. “3”Alex yells then runs off. Lucas runs after her. He catches up to her, they’re neck and neck now. They almost make it to the finish line when Lucas starts to slow down to take a breath. Alex finishes the race. “I won! She yells as she jumps up and down. Lucas looks up then walks over to her. “Congratulations.” Lucas smiles. “Why thank you. Now leave me alone.” Alex says as she brushes passed Lucas. Lucas smiles. “We’ll see about that.” Lucas says to himself as he watches her walk away.

Rafe, Sami, Johnny, and Sydney sit by the lake eating and laughing. “Can I go put my feet in the water?” Johnny asks. “Of course sweetie, but only your feet. I don’t want a repeat of last time.” Sami says. “Okay.” Johnny takes off. “What happened last time?” Rafe asks. “Johnny dunked his whole head in the water and before he could come back up the current started to take him out EJ had to run out there and catch him.” Sami says. “That had to be scary. “It was for 2 seconds then Johnny comes running on the beach saying it was fun and he wanted to do it again. I told him no he couldn’t never again.” Sami tells him. Rafe and Sami look over at Johnny who’s collecting shells. “So what’s the deal with Lucas and Alex?” Rafe asks. “Well Lucas asked Alex out, but she refused because she thought he was offering her a job which he was, but he still wanted to go out with her so they started flirighting.” Sami says. “Wait, what’s Flirighting?” Rafe asks. “Flirting and fighting. Flrighting.” Sami smiles. Rafe laughs. “Okay so then I met her at the Pub when I was helping Caroline out. Lucas shows up and they’re flirghting again. He challenges her to ask Brady out and of course Brady shuts her down and she gets made and leaves.” Sami explains. “Sounds like they’re doing more fighting than flirting.” Rafe points out. “You haven’t seen them in the same room as I have. You’ll see the sparks tonight.” Sami says. “By the way, how did you get Alex to go on a date with Lucas?” Rafe asks. Sami look at her watch. “Oh my gosh! Look at the time. We better get the kids to Grandmas so we can go on our double date.” She says. She starts packing up their stuff.

Philip and Melanie drink out of the same milk shake at the Pub. “Oh brain freeze.” Melanie says as she hold her head. They laugh. “So what do you want to do tonight?” Philip asks. “Well I don’t know maybe some karaoke.” Melanie suggests. “Karaoke?” Philip questions. “Yeah I saw it in the paper. It’s going to be at the Cheatin’ Heart. Come on it’ll be fun.” Melanie says. “Okay, okay we can karaoke.” Philip gives in. “Yay! Well that’s good so now I won’t have to be the third wheel.” Melanie says. “Third wheel? To who?” Philip asks. “Daniel and Chloe. I asked Daniel this morning after reading the paper and he said yes. So finally I get to hear that amazing voice of Chloe’s.” Melanie responds. Philip’s worried. “Yeah she has an amazing voice.” Philip adds. “Maybe we can do a duet.” Melanie smiles. Philip smiles a little. “Now I need to invite Brady and Arianna.” Melanie says. “If you must. This evening should be interesting.” Philip says. “Yep.” Melanie says as picks up her phone to call Brady and Arianna.

Rafe and Sami return home after their picnic. Sami puts the basket on the table. Rafe sits down on the couch. “Come on Rafe we need to get ready for karaoke night.” Sami says. “Now?” Rafe asks. “Uh yeah.” Sami says. “Okay I will once you tell me how you got Alex to go out with Lucas.” Rafe says. “Okay fine. I told her what a great guy Lucas was and she had a change of heart.” Sami lies. “Oh yeah just like that. Sami the truth. I need to know what I’m walking into.” Rafe tells her. “And I told her his name was Dell.” Sami admits. “This should be interesting.” Rafe says. “I know it seemed good at the time. I hope it doesn’t backfire.” Sami says. “Oh it will.” Rafe says. “No it won’t. I’ll work out. I want to be optimistic about it.” Sami says. “Okay optimistic Sami. Can we get ready for karaoke now?” Rafe asks. Rafe standing up. “Oh so now you want to go?” Sami asks. “Yeah to watch your plan backfire. Oh yeah baby.” Rafe says as he walks to the back. “It’s not going to fail Rafe. It’s just not.” Sami says to herself.

EJ gets on the phone with Marco. “Marco, we have a problem. Baker is out. You need to find him ASAP and bring him back here.” EJ says then hangs up the phone. “This is just great.” EJ yells. “Well with Baker gone there’s no reason for me to keep my mouth shut. With any luck he’s already out of town.” Nicole says. “I doubt it. He’s still here and once I find him, it’s over for you.” EJ says. “Well then it’ll be over for you too.” Nicole says. EJ thinks. “Fine, we’ll go with your plan for now.” EJ says. “Good choice.” Nicole says. “Okay so we need to put our heads together and figure out where Baker could be hiding.” EJ says.

On the next episode:
Karaoke night starts
EJ and Nicole search for Baker
Hope sees Bo and Carly together
Philip calls Chloe

Cast
Ally as Alex Miller
Molly Burnett as Melanie Layton-Kiriakis
Bryan Dattilo as Lucas Horton
Galen Gering as Rafe Hernandez
Mark Hapka as Dr. Nathan Horton
Shelley Hennig as Stephanie Johnson
Lindsay Hartley as Arianna Hernandez
Jay Kenneth Johnson as Philip Kiriakis
Eric Martsolf as Brady Black
Peggy McCay as Caroline Brady
James Scott as EJ DiMera
Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady
Arianne Zucker as Nicole DiMera