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Words from new Show runner ML Cooks I usually don't do these kind of things and rarely give previews. I try to remain "press free" and "interview free" There has been a lot of chaos and confusion behind the scenes lately on LIS. First it was announced that LIS was back with new episodes after being on a yearlong hiatus. After episode began to air, the show fell into another unexpected hiatus. During that time, show creator Tara Smith was unable to contribute creatively to the show she created. ML Cooks, having already been co head writer for a few years, has laid out a very detailed and dramatic long-term story projection for LIS and the show must go on and it will. Through ML Cooks. Now with that being said. The episodes that are currently airing right now were written and produced in February of this year. They were supposed to air in March. Having said that, you may notice some things about to happen that may seem a bit similar to the real “Days of our Lives” and the “Young and the Restless”. What do I mean? LIS itself has been in the midst of it’s own reboot even before the yearlong hiatus. The reboot never made it to air. In that reboot, I have written in a whodunit. I again want to stress that this was created about a year ago, that I wanted to kill a certain some one off in a whodunit. So there you have it. LIS will be telling it’s own whodunit. I will not reveal just whom it is here in this press release, you’ll have to read the series to see who it is. The whodunit will serve as a reboot as new storylines begin. LIS will not be dominated with the murder mystery as in Y&R. I am rotating other stories in and out of it. To get the big storyline started, I am airing a series of three episodes to set up the whodunit starting with episode 460. It will be told in three different parts and will involve legacy characters such as Bill Horton and Julie Williams. Bill Horton is being played by Jerry vor Dorn Big changes are coming for LIS with a big murder mystery to kick things off. Stay tuned for some status updates in the casting department. Drama lives here.

I dont think it could be Ria when I have already established Patti as her mother and Jasmine as her sister. If it it was Ria that mean she slept with her father, and two of her brothers. THat would be nasty and I don't think I or my series, let alone Ria recover from that. TO be honest Ria never crossed my mind for this story. BUt boy wouldn't that make for some very interesting drama to write.

Life in Salem Episode#459: A Dad of Destiny Written by: Tara Smith Java Cafe It is mid-morning in Salem, shortly after Carrie, Eric, and Brandon said their goodbyes and left town. Rex is having a cup of coffee, surprised by this turn of events. Rex So my brother and sister are gone just like that. Wow. Another one of my brothers is in jail; things have been crazy lately. Alexis, suddenly walking up and taking a seat And they're about to get even crazier. It's about time I found you; I've been sitting on this info all night. Rex Not you again. You're that woman that was questioning me about my sister once. Alexis Yeah. Alexis. I finally got the dish on your twin, and believe me, you're going to want to hear it. Rex What now? Alexis takes out her cell phone, and re-plays the conversation that took place the night before between her and Jan. Rex listens as Jan confesses every little detail about how Mimi took the fall for pushing Cassie out of that window. Rex Whoa; I can't believe it. Alexis Actually, you don't look that shocked to me. Rex is silent for a moment; he flashes back to suspecting some foul play with Cassie several times, and briefly suspecting that Jan had something to do with it. His suspicions had finally been proven right. Rex Fine. I gave up investigating a long time ago, but I had a feeling about this; I believed that Mimi was innocent. It doesn't surprise me that Jan ties into it, either. She's the one that pushed my sister out of the window. Wow...and Mimi went down for it... Alexis So you pretty much knew Cassie was a bitch? Rex Hey! Don't insult her like that; Cassie's a good person, but she's gone too far. Way too far; this just proves it. I guess I didn't want to believe it, but it's true. Mimi's innocent; the love of my life is innocent. Alexis And she's rotting in prison because of a bogus statement that your good sister gave to the police! Don't you think it's time to set her free? Rex heavily sighs. He is about to help expose his sister, but at this point, he has no choice; he loves Mimi and now he can finally be with her again. He flashes back to their emotional goodbye before she was taken to prison. He has to bring down Cassie for her wrongdoing, and free Mimi. Rex Yeah, it is. Let's go to the police. Alexis eagerly gets up and grabs Rex by the hand; both of them dart out of Java Cafe, heading to the police station. Back at the Brady Pub Belle, Nicole, and Cassie are still at the Pub, after everyone else has left; Nicole decided to have a meal, whhi both Belle and Cassie clean the place up a bit. Cassie is on her phone constantly. Cassie Come on, Jeremy, pick up. Nicole flashes back to her drinking with Jeremy twice and going out to lunch with him, knowing that he is very distraught at the moment. Nicole Hey, alien girl, here's a word of advice. Stop hammering the guy with phone calls and let him breathe. His mom just got exposed for being a total fraud in front of an entire courtroom; it's hard for anyone to take. Let him recover. Cassie, glaring at her Is this any of your business? No. I need to find my boyfriend! Nicole looks at Belle. Nicole So, Belle, how are things with you and Nicholas? I saw him at the bar a little while back. Belle nearly drops the plate she is holding out of surprise. Belle What?! You did?! I haven't spoken to him since he ran off and left me; how is he? Is he okay? Nicole Sorry, but he didn't look that way to me; he was drunk and depressed. Belle Did he say anything about me? Nicole, hesitating Um, not good things, honey. Belle shakes her head, disappointed in how Nicholas is acting; by the expression on Nicole's face, she can tell that she's holding something back. Belle What is it, Nicole? You're not telling me something. Nicole Well, okay. I didn't want to tell you, because he was drunk and it's not going to s- Belle Just say it. Please. Nicole He kind of...groped me. It was really gross, but like I said, he was drunk. I'm not sure if the bastard was thinking at all. Belle I can't believe this. This is nothing like the man I fell in love with! His aunt Vivian has driven him to new extremes. I have to find him and make this right. Too much is going on right now! The doors to the Brady Pub open, and a hungover Jan stumbles in. Jan Ow...too much alcohol last night. Can't believe this. She looks up to see Nicole, Cassie, and Belle. She smirks. Jan Well good. The porn star, the princess, and the alien. Now all we need is Measels, Ghoul Girl, Miss Rabies, and Euggie and we'll have one huge bitch party. Belle, groaning What do you want, Jan? I have too much going on to deal with you. Jan I don't feel like seeing you either, Belle, but I was hoping I'd find someone here. She looks at Cassie. Jan You better run, bitch. Because you're going down; it's all about to come out. Everyone's about to know that you framed Mimi for pushing you out of that window. Belle What?! Cassie's eyes go wide, and she stares at Jan. Cassie What do you mean? Is this why Jeremy's not talking to me? Jan, what the hell are you talking about?! Jan Okay, I'm sorry, but I got drunk and told all to some girl named Alexis Kefer. She sounded really happy when I told her. Cassie's jaw drops; Jan chose the worst person to tell. Cassie What?! I save your ass from going to jail and get rid of an enemy of both of us, and one day you just confess to a whore like ALEXIS?! What's wrong with you?! Jan You know what? I don't think I even care any more. I admit it; I pushed you out the window, and you used it to frame Mimi! Belle Whoa, what?! Mimi WAS framed?! By you two?! Cassie Damnit, Jan! Have you lost your mind? Nicole Did she ever have it? Jan, growing angry What haven't I lost, Cassie?! Shawn is dead! Lucas deserted me for some nurse! Bo and Hope have taken my son from me. I have absolutely nothing left, so I don't care any more! Cassie You dumbass! Mimi was going to rot in prison for years, and after all of this time, you ruined it! I had a good boyfriend, Rex was free of her...everything was great! But you blabbed to Alexis! Jan Not my problem; Shawn is dead and he was through with Mimi, so she has nothing to do with me. She's one of the last things on my mind. You handle your own mess. Cassie You could go to jail too, you idiot! You DID push me out of that window, and you sat back while Mimi was convicted! Jan But you masterminded it all; you gave the wrong statement to the police. I think you're in it a little deeper than I am. And like I said, I don't even care any more. I've lost everything. Cassie You'll pay for this. I swear to you, you will pay for this. Cassie darts out of the pub, now very anxious and worried, and Belle looks on, shocked. Belle Jan, do you have a heart at all? What haven't you done to the people you hate? Jan Don't get all saintly, Belle. I've had enough of it throughout my life from you, and I'm sure as hell not getting it today. Nicole How does this shock you? Jan scheming and lying is nothing new. Jan You know, Belle, everything goes back to you; out of everyone in my life, I think I've hated you the most. You took Shawn from me more than once. While I've had to suffer so many losses, you've danced around, like only St. Belle would, in your little fairy-tale. It's a real pity that I have to say you're my sister now. Belle Don't blame me for your problems, Jan! That's what you've always done, and let me tell you something: I'm not having it any more! Do you know why you are constantly hurting like this?! Because you never stop screwing up! Instead of letting a relationship naturally take its course, you feel like you have to control it! You have to play God with everyone's lives. You did that when you lied about me pushing you down the stairs, when you held Shawn in that cage and made him think he was your fiancee, when you blackmailed Mimi, when you stole Shawn's sperm, when you played along with that baby switch...you never stop! If you told the truth and acted like a decent person for once, you would find that you'd have a lot more success in life! Maybe one day you will learn that and will finally get a grip on your life. Jan I never have a choice! I always lose everyone I love to some other woman! A disgusting, vile woman who I never understand. You continue to pretend that you are perfect; well I know otherwise, and so does everyone else, sweetheart. One day you'll realize that you're just as bad, if not worse, than everyone else. Nicole You know, Jan, you sound so pathetic. Jan Don't get started with me, Nicole. I'm actually here to say goodbye; I'm leaving Salem. Nicole Hallelujiah! Music to my ears. Jan, scowling I've lost everything. I need to get out of this damn town and away from all of you people; I need to re-juvinate. Belle Don't let the door hit you on the way out. Jan heads to the door, but turns around and looks at the two women. Jan But let me tell you something; once I've had time away, and all of this has blown over, I will be back. I'm going to come back and take my son away from Shawn's idiotic parents, and mark my words, everyone will pay! I am Jan Spears, and I may be down, but I'm not out. One day, I will return, and wipe the floor with every single one of you. Jan storms out, planning to leave Salem. St. Luke's Cemetary Bill is in the large cemetary at St.Luke's, standing over his parents' graves. The tombstones of Tom and Alice Horton are before him; the leaders of the Horton family. Bill You know, it's still hard without either of you around; both of you have been gone for years, but every one still thinks about you constantly. Every one still needs that guidance; I still need that guidance sometimes. I've spent so many years on this Earth, yet half the time I still feel like I don't know what I'm doing. He looks directly at his father's grave. Bill I can never be you, Dad. I can never be that strong, loving patriarch; look at where my family is. Mike and Jeremy are feuding because Mike slept with Jeremy's girlfriend; Lucas is going to prison. I suppose Jennifer's happy, but it's taken years for her to get there. And I can barely help any of them; I'm not the man you were. The man who came closest was Mickey, and he's long gone now. Bill hears crackling footsteps behind him, and he turns to see Laura. Laura That's not true, Bill. Tom would be so proud of you. Bill Thank you, Laura, but I doubt that. What brings you here? Laura What brings you here? Bill Nostalgia, I suppose. Reflecting on everything; I needed to visit the family members we have here. Laura Same here. It's been a while since I came here, and I felt like I needed to. I don't try to dwell on the past, but that doesn't mean I need to forget it, either. Bill and Laura begin walking through the cemetary, visiting all of their deceased family members. First, they find Addie's grave. Bill Ah, Addie; you died too young. You were always such a great older sister, and you survived so much, then one surprise incident took you from us. They continue walking, and they see the graves of Shawn and Zack Brady, Bo and Hope's two sons. Laura Talk about dying too young; these two were far too young. Shawn was just a young man, and Zack was just a small child...it's so horrible. They both sounded like such great boys, and then they were taken from Bo and Hope like that. Zack got hit by a car, just like Addie, and Shawn's car exploded. Bill It really is awful. They move on, and finally they come upon the grave of Mickey. A strong member of the Horton family; Bill's brother, and Laura's ex-husband. Laura Oh, Mickey; we still miss you so much. Maggie still misses you. Bill You died too young, as well. You deserved a much longer and happy life, especially after what we did to you. Laura Remember when he died and you comforted me? Bill I remember a lot of things, Laura. Laura, snorting We have a long history, don't we? There are so many memories. So many bad memories. Bill To think that all of that madness with Mickey wouldn't have happened if I hadn't gone that damn tuberculosis in my hand. I was able to fix it, but it still ruined everything for us. Laura Don't blame it all on that. That was just the beginning; it is amazing, though. Before all of that drama, before I ever married Mickey, you and I were engaged. Then you got that bone disease and took off. Bill It seems I do quite a bit of that. Laura Then while you were gone I fell in love with Mickey, and married him. Bill And I was so angry; I was beyond jealous. I stupidly got drunk, and I raped you. Laura frowns, recalling the awful night that Bill raped her in her own office at the hospital. Laura That was horrible, but it was what created our wonderful son, Mike. I could never call it a mistake. Bill Maybe not. And you never even told anyone; you could have thrown me in jail, but you didn't. That still impresses me. Laura I didn't want you and Mickey to fight any more. You two had already clashed enough over me before you and I got engaged, I just didn't want any more drama. That definitely wasn't the end, though. When your father and I put our heads together, we realized that Mickey was sterile and you were the father of my baby. So we agreed to keep it a secret; we agreed to keep your son from you. Bill It's not like I was in the dark the entire time; I found the results of Mickey's sterility test in Dad's office. I decided that it'd be best that nobody knew that I knew, and I let life go on; I was missing out on one of the best kids there was, but for you and Mickey, I'd do anything. Laura, smiling You're right about that. You even went to prison for Kitty's death, instead of taking the easy way out and exposing the truth; Kitty had that conversation between Tom and I recorded and she was going to use it against us, but you went over there and refused to leave without that tape. She had a heart attack and we all thought that you killed her; you never told a soul, just to keep my secret safe. That was when I fell in love with you all over again, and I wanted to leave Mickey and marry you. Bill And things only got more crazy; Mike thought we were having an affair and hated me, then I had to save Mickey's life. To make things worse, Mickey disappeared, and you and I couldn't get married until we found him. We got lucky, though; he fell in love with Maggie and agreed to divorce you. Laura We caused that man so much pain. When Mike's paternity came out after he got injured, and neither of us were a match to donate blood, Mickey went bezerk. He tried to shoot you and had to be sent to Bayview. Then, you and I tried to remain married and happy, but it was like we just couldn't. I fell into a depression after having Jennifer, and nearly endangered her life. Bill I had two affairs. Laura And then I was sent away. Bill I'm sorry for all the pain I caused you; I probably hurt you far more than any one else. I raped you, I cheated on you twice. Laura It's strange; we've done so much to each other, but I still always felt something for you. We barely ever had a relaxed, happy marriage, but I still always felt something. Bill Even after you woke up and rejected me? Laura Can you blame me? I was in a lot of pain at the time; I'd just woken up after being catatonic for years and years. Kate was in town with the son that you fathered. I had to turn you away, because I was too confused, and I was in too much pain. Bill I don't blame you; I really wanted you back, but I didn't deserve you. I still don't; at that point, we did far too much to each other to ever be together. Laura Would you do any of it differently, Bill? Anything at all in our complicated history? Bill I'm...I'm not sure. I want to say yes, because it would've spared a lot of people. But I don't know; our history is what makes us unique, Laura, and I'm not sure if I would be willing to get rid of that. No matter how hurtful it was to both of us. Laura I know what you mean. Bill And no matter how many times I cheated on you, you were always the woman at home that I came back to; you were always the real one that I loved. Always the wife that I knew I needed more than anyone else. I'd try to date other women while you were catatonic, but my guilt would come back to haunt me. I could never do it. Laura And no matter how many times I rejected you, whether it was for Mickey, or because you cheated on me, I still felt something. Even after you cheated on me with Kate and we finally called it quits all those years later, I still felt something deep down. The two stare at each other for a very long moment, after reflecting on their long, troubled history. Bill It really is a pity that we didn't end up together, Laura. Laura Maybe. But that is in the past; our marriage is in the past. I think we both realized that a long time ago. Bill And the past...is the past. Not the present. 　 Salem Place Apartments Destiny is alone in the living room of Sami's apartment, as Will is taking care of Arianna in another room, and both Sami and John are also in other rooms. She sits quietly, reading a magazine. Suddenly, her cell phone rings, and she answers it. Destiny Hello? Man Destiny; it's me. Destiny's eyes go wide out of shock; this is the last person she ever expected to hear from after she ran away to Salem with Will. She hasn't spoken to this man for a long time, and she certainly didn't expect to now. Destiny Dad?! Franklin Stokes That's right, Destiny, it's me. Destiny It's...it's great to hear your voice. I mean, it has been so long...is everything okay? Are you? Franklin Believe me, Destiny, I am more than okay after hearing your lovely voice. Especially because I know that I'll be seeing you soon. Destiny What?! But I'm all the way over in a town called Salem. Franklin And so am I. Destiny's jaw drops. She is stunned. Destiny What?! You are?! Seriously? Franklin Yes, seriously; you and I have been out of touch for far too long. I decided that it was time to just pack up and come to Salem. Destiny I can't believe this! I mean, I'm happy, but it's so sudden! Where are you? Franklin I'm at the bus station, and I need a ride. I was hoping that you could provide. Destiny Oh, of course! I'll be right there! As soon as I can! Franklin, smiling Alright; I will see you very soon. I love you. Destiny Love you, too. They hang up, and Destiny stands up, hurrying to get around. She is still surprised. Destiny My dad's come to Salem!

Brady Pub Carrie, Brandon, Eric, Sami, John, Rex, Cassie, Belle, Will, Faye, Abe, and Nicole are all down at the Brady Pub. Carrie and Brandon have called them all there to make an announcement. Faye So, you've got us all here. What's this all about? Is something wrong? Brandon No, Mom, not at all. We have...good news. Sami Carrie, please don't tell me you're pregnant already! Carrie, shocked Sami! That's not it! Nicole Jealous, Sami? It's too bad that it's not you sinking your claws into my brother. Sami Shut up, Nicole. Abe So, what is it? What's this good news, son? Brandon Well, this is sudden, but we wanted to tell all of you at the same time. I've gotten a nice job offer in Colorado; it's really great. I'm going to be able to counsel a lot of kids down there, and it'll give my charity work a big boost. I've taken it, and I'm moving immediately. Everyone in the room is stunned and amazed. Faye Wow, Brandon, I can't believe it! That's great! Carrie And I'm going with him. Belle What?! Wow! I suppose I shouldn't be surprised, but whoa. That's great, Carrie! Abe It feels like you two just got back to Salem, and now you're leaving again. You can never stay long, can you? Brandon Well, we've been here a while, and we're going to miss everyone, but this is a job offer that I can't pass up. Abe I understand, Brandon. I'm going to miss you, though; I could've really used my son to stand with me when I get married. Brandon Yeah, I know, and I really wanted to be there. I know that Maggie is the love of your life, and your day is going to be great, with or without me; but we're still family, no matter what. I'll be there in spirit. Faye is touched as father and son talk, feeling remorse for depriving them of this for so many years. Carrie He gave me a choice, and I wanted to come with him; I love Salem, and it's my home, but I love Brandon, too. I couldn't let him get away from me. She looks at John, who is sitting in a wheelchair. She crouches down. Carrie Is this okay with you? John What do you mean? Of course it is. Carrie Well, it's so sudden, and you just woke up; you just found out about Marlena. And here I am deserting you. John No, no, that's not true. You need to do what you feel is right; never let love escape you, Carrie. Life is too short to pass up things like that; like Brandon said, we're still family. And I'm not helpless. I can get past all of this on my own. I know that all of my children have their own lives. Carrie feels tears coming to her eyes at her father's maturity and strength. She hugs him. Carrie I'm sorry. I really am...every time something like this happens, I rush out of town. John That's not true. Not one bit. Eric steps forward, sighing. Eric I guess this is as good of a time as any to make my own announcement. Sami Ah crap; I knew by the look on your face that this was coming. Eric I'm leaving Salem, too. It was really sudden, but I've been thinking about it for a while. I need a break, at least; I don't know where I'm going, but I'll get there somehow. I know that I'm doing this at the totally wrong time, but I feel like I need to do it. Nicole stares at her first true love for a moment; they haven't been together in years, but that connection is still there. It always would be. Nicole I understand, Eric. I think we all need a break from here sometimes. Eric, smiling Thanks, Nicole. He looks to John. Eric But, Dad, if you need me to stay, just say the word. I feel bad about this, and if you want me here in Salem, I'll stay for however long you need me. If you don't want me to leave, then I won't. Just speak up. Carrie Yeah, same here. Just tell us. John, smiling No, all of you are grown. I'm glad that you care about me, and that you've been here for me like you have, but I am grown, too. You have your own lives, and I have mine. We'll always be family, we'll always love each other, but that doesn't mean you have to stand by my side every minute of every day. You don't even have to be in Salem; both of you go and live your lives. Do whatever you need to do to be happy, and know that I'm happy and fine, right here. If you need me, you know that I'm always right here. And this time, I'm not going anywhere. Eric Thanks. It means a lot to me; it really does. Sami I'll miss you. I'll miss both of you. I know that we've all had our spats and disagreements- Nicole, interrupting Understatement of the century. Sami, glaring at her But we are family. No matter what, we are all family. Brandon, smiling You're right, Samantha. Sami looks at her ex-husband for a moment, remembering all of their good times and bad times. Sami Thanks for everything, Brandon. Take care of my older sister...and take care of yourself. Carrie Unfortunately, we have to get a move on; there's no time to waste. Eric Yeah, same here. I know I'm darting out the door, but it's kinda what I have to do. Rex Don't worry, we understand. Everyone begins to hug as they say their goodbyes; Eric hugs his twin sister, then he hugs his father, before hugging both Rex and Cassie. He then hugs Nicole. Nicole Stay safe out there, okay? Don't go the route that Greta did. Eric Bad joke, Nicole. Nicole Okay, okay, I'll lay off the insults for you. But seriously, be careful out there in the world. And...don't forget about me, okay? I know you and I are over, but I've never forgotten you. And I never will. Eric I don't think I could forget you if I wanted to. And I don't want to. Nicole smiles at him as they hug one last time, and across the room, Brandon leans in to hug Sami. Sami Like I told you earlier, thanks for everything. You've been my rock more than once; I fell in love with you. You helped prove my innocence. The list goes on and on, even if I haven't returned the favor too much. Brandon Don't worry about it, Samantha. Thanks for being a friend...and a wife. The two share a tight embrace, and Nicole walks over to Carrie. Nicole I know you and I aren't exactly friends, because of the whole thing with Austin, but I'm really glad you're with my brother. You two make a great couple. Carrie Thanks, Nicole. Everything with Austin is in the past, and it should stay that way. Who knows? You and I may even be family one day? The goodbyes continue, and Brandon hugs both of his parents. Brandon Stay safe, Mom. Watch over Nikki, especially in this trying time for her. Faye You know I will. I love you. Brandon I love you, too. He turns to Abe. Brandon Have a great wedding day, Dad. I know you'll be a great husband; you always were. And can you do me one favor? Abe For my own son? Anything. Brandon Make peace with Lexie. Somehow convince her to let my brother back into your life. Brandon walks off, and Abe doesn't say or do anything for a moment, in thought. He simply nods his head. Carrie and Sami tightly hug. Carrie Take care of Dad, okay? He really needs it; thanks so much for stepping up and taking charge of your family like this. My little sister really has grown up. Sami Yeah, I'm trying; thanks. I'm sorry for everything that I've put you through over the years. Carrie It's okay. We're over it now, and it's in the past. Now it's time to look forward to the future. Everyone says their final goodbyes, and Eric, Carrie, and Brandon all leave the Brady Pub, leaving their families and friends behind. All of them move on to their next phase in life, saying goodbye to Salem.

There is a reason why it went down te way it did between Donna and Lexie. I just say stay tuned. The story is about to climax. I love Lynn and we will be seeing more of her but I will say I don't see her as long term. She has something major coming up in the finale. You will see the Williams missing daughter deepen in coming weeks. I will say the truth is so nasty it may never be revealed. Take a good look at the cast. The truth is there.

Natalia has always been a woman about sex. Even when it came to Mark. She is doing all she knows how to trap a man. Sex. She is scared of losing what she has and Bryan has a history of being very sexual with woman. A hoe if you will. Ashely anyone? Actually The Ladonna/Karim/Alexis story will not be like that of GOT on PP. It will take a very different angle. And in fact I am doing a soap first. Something that no other soap any where has done. At least to my knowledge. So stay tuned for that. But I will say that story is headed for it's climax.

I was going to let Jasmine go. But I did find a story for her and she is staying put. I am glad you enjoy her. She is really going to be fleshed out and intermix with Ria and her life. Again Lauren feels she owed. She feels Daniel owes her. I see I have some work to do with this plot which is totally fine. i just havent had time to play on this too much do to other things happeing. But I will addreses the issues. I am liking Maxine too. I loved her work on Days and I had to have her. We will be seein more of her. She will be ushering a few new characters

S stands for Sex. But in later episodes we will see some balance to all the racy sex scenes. Sabryn's trial is a major deal and encompasses many charaters and plots. It's also the starting point of Natalia's next big storyline. And I promise you it's big. Wow, Lauren is a Bitch. Im stunned. Lauren feels betrayed and abadoned. She blames Daniel for everything that has happend to her. She wants Daniel and thinks in her heart and mind that she desreves him after everything she has been through. Even the faking of her death. We will see that really played in season 4. I will reveal Rufus's lover in the season finale. I have been really building this plot and I am so glad it has caught on adn I do think ti will be a good story. It won't be typical that's for sure.

Oh, Matt, not everyone talk about Dick. LOL. STEAM is s city full of hungry hearts. Yea thats it, Hungry hurts. There will be no new character brought onto the canvas for Rufus. A male already on the show will be involved with her.

Alexisis trying to keep her man at all cost. That's what is most important to her right now. Don't worry Alexis will have the last laugh. You just got to keep reading. Jenn is written to be childish so I guess I accomplished that goal. Jenn is lonely and bitter. She is leaving the series soon. You will be surprised at Ria and Kiko. Ria will become a new woman. You may get what you want Matt, a clean mouthed Ria. LOL. BUt this story has many angles and this is only the begining. Ria will continue to be on the front burner well into season 4.

Chez Rouge Vivian stands in front of everyone at Laura's celebration party at Chez Rouge, having just barged in and crashed the entire thing. Everyone inside is shocked and appalled; the room is lined with Vivian's enemies. Laura, Kate, Celeste, Andre, Valentine, Nicholas, Mike, Maggie, Bo, Kristen. Mike What are you doing here, Vivian? You have no right to be here. Vivian, chuckling I rule Salem. I can go any where I please. I just want to take part in this joyous celebration of your mother's freedom; is there anything wrong with that? I mean, it's not like a bunch of her close friends are here. Kate is here, of all people. My sister and her psychotic husband are here. Kristen is here! None of these people are friends with your mother; they've done nothing to help her. I have. If it wasn't for me, she'd still be in a home getting fed drugs. I got her out of that. Laura And you wanted to put me right back in, didn't you? I know what you did, Vivian; you were scared after I sent you that letter, so you hired Robin to make sure that she got me comitted. Two of the biggest bitches in Salem teamed up to bring me down. Many people in the room are stunned. Everyone looks at each other after this revelation. Vivian, slightly surprised Why, my dear, I have no idea what you are talking about. Why would I hire someone I didn't even know to try to put your poor, innocent self back into a mental institution? Despite that nasty letter. April Don't play games, Vivian, you know you did it! Vivian Who are you again? Mike You have wreaked so much havoc on my family lately. You stole the hospital from us, and now you get my ex to try to put my mother back into some crazy home? A place where she doesn't belong? Vivian Please! It was just your harlet trying to excuse her own actions! Laura Robin may have masterminded the plot, but you took advantage of it. Kate We all know it's true, Vivian. Any idiot can figure that out. It's ridiculous that you even try to act innocent. Vivian Oh really, Kate? Let's go over what YOU did to Laura, shall we? It's far worse than anything I've ever done to her. You slept with her husband, had a bastard child with him- Bill Just hold it right there! That's not true. You have no right to come in here and throw that in our faces. I don't really know you, Vivian, but I've heard of you. You're despicable; taking over all of the businesses in Salem and merging them into one self-centered company? Taking the hospital from a good, hard-working family? That's pathetic. Vivian I did all of that in a fair way! I bought the hospital, and all of you Hortons harping on that has already gotten old! Let me tell all of you something: If I wanted to squash Laura after that letter she sent me, I wouldn't go to the trouble of hiring some randomer to get rid of her. I could do it much easier than that! Laura You bitch. Kristen And we all know you like to get rid of people, don't we? You relish in it. You got rid of my brother just because he exposed some one night stand of yours. Vivian That again, Kristen? Really? Your fascination with that has gotten so disturbing. You really should back off and get over it, or it could mean very bad things for you. Kristen flashes back to Vivian trying to blackmail her over her affair with Bo, and is conflicted; her affair with Bo is seemingly over, but she's not willing to give up on it just yet. However, justice for her brother is very important. Just as important as that. Bo Was that a threat? Vivian You decide, but I'm not admitting anything. Bo glances at Kristen, and Hope sees them looking at each other. Her eyes dart back to Vivian Hope I think it's time for you to go. You've ruined my aunt's party long enough. Vivian I will leave when I want to leave! If you're so anxious, go have a drink or hit the pipe. I know you probably miss it. Bo, enraged by that sudden remark Get out, now, before I throw you out! Vivian Ooh, did I hit a nerve? Andre Everyone has had enough of you, Vivian; as much as everyone in this room may hate each other, I think we all hate you more. You've destroyed the DiMera dynasty. The DiMera name. Vivian, looking at her sister Valentine, dear, please come and restrain your lap dog, will you? Valentine You expect me to side with you?! Vivian Yes...I expect a lot from you. You're my business partner, after all. Valentine flashes back to Vivian warning her about going to jail for the fire, and she rolls her hands up into a ball, angry with Vivian and her threats. She knows that she has to get rid of Vivian soon; she refuses to let her walk all over Valentine Heart. Vivian, on the other hand, delights in seeing how much influence she has over the people of Salem. Vivian, looking at Kate Speaking of DiMeras, how is Tony, Kate? Andre's face just isn't a good substitute for his wonderful presence, is it? Is he still in your bed? Oh, oops, that's right; he deserted you for Anna after he find out you were a murderous whore and is off showering her in some wonder land. Kate, infuriated You BITCH! Kate charges for Vivian, but both Bill and Mike grab her and hold her back. Maggie She's not worth it, Kate! Not a woman this pathetic. Nicholas Aunt Vivian, just go. You're causing enough trouble; seeing you stampede over everyone has gotten boring. Vivian If only you would have joined me on this conquest, dear nephew. It would have been so much better for you than Belle. Nicholas narrows his eyes, frustrated himself, and Celeste walks forward. Celeste I've had enough of this, dahling! You are a conniving witch! You have done nothing but hurt everyone in this room; you manipulate everyone and everything in this town. I've tried to warn you to back off, but you won't listen. Vivian You're still just mad because I was the one who had Victor's ring on her finger! Celeste And I was the one that was in his arms at the end of the day! When he died, I was there...you weren't! You didn't succeed, dahling! Vivian Look around! I've succeeded in so many ways! I've carried on Victor's and Stefano's legacies in ways that NONE of you could! I have made Alamain far greater than Forrest or Nicholas ever could! I am improving the hospital and making it better than Tom Horton's small brain- Maggie Okay, that is it! You can come in here and insult us, but you cannot come in here and insult a man like Dr. Tom Horton! Have you NO shame, Vivian?! No shame at all? I am hereby ordering you to leave my resteraunt! Vivian Ah well; I've had my fun. No matter whether I am in here or not, I still have the ultimate power. Vivian turns and leaves, and every single person in the room reels from Vivian's sudden arrival. Every one knows that she must be stopped as soon as possible. Out of the blue, Alexis walks into Chez Rouge, slightly lately for the party. She sees everyone's rattled faces. Alexis Damn, what happened in here? Episode#458: The Power of Vivian Written by: Tara Smith and ML Cooks The Next Day Salem Place Apartments It is another nice day in the town of Salem. Carrie comes out of the shower inside her apartment with Brandon, and sees him in the living room. He smiles when he sees her beautiful body wrapped in a towel, and she walks over and sits beside him. Carrie My dad gets to come home today; I'm so excited. He's making such a quick recovery. Brandon I'm glad to hear that. John always was a tough guy. Carrie It's still hard for him when it comes to losing Marlena, but I'm glad he knows. I think we did the right thing by telling him. I just...I feel bad for this. What you and I are going to do. Brandon sighs and frowns at his lover. He runs his hands through her hair re-assuringly. Brandon You don't have to come. You can stay here with your family; they do need you. Carrie No; my family is strong, and I think I've helped them get through the worst of this thing with my dad. And I love you and want to go wherever you go, it's just hard with all that's happened. Brandon I know. But this is a great job for a counselor like me; I'd get to help a lot of kids at this hospital that they want to hire me at. It'd help all my charities and everything. I can't pass it up. Carrie I agree. It's great; it's just so sudden. This big hospital from Colorado calls with a great job offer? Knowing our lives, it's almost suspicious. Brandon, smirking It's genuine. But you have to make a decision; are you coming or not? Carrie sighs; she'd be leaving Salem once again, which is basically her home. Her father just woke up and found out that his wife had been killed. However, she loved Brandon, and had a great relationship with him; she didn't want that to slip away, and she knew that John had his other children around him. Like she had said, she stuck around for some of the worst parts. Carrie, hesitant I....I'm going with you. It's going to be hard, really hard, but I'm going with you. Brandon grins and passionately kisses Carrie. The two begin to kiss avidly as they prepare to start a new life outside of Salem. Salem Square In the bustling Salem Square, Mike makes his way through the crowds, struggling to talk on the phone. Mike Are you sure you can't get back for it? You just rushed out this morning, and if I have to go to this ball, I'd really like you to be there. Mike pauses. Mike Okay, if it's that important, then I understand. Bye. He hangs up, and as he looks up, he sees Kate walking up to him. Kate Trouble? Mike, sighing Kind of, but not really. I'm okay. April had an emergency this morning with a client in New York, so she had to rush out of Salem on the first flight. She won't be back until after the ball, so I am without a date. I could've really used someone like her to keep me calm there. Kate, snorting Dealing with Vivian Alamain has always been difficult. And after what she pulled last night, it makes it even harder. She wants every single person in Salem to be at this big ball of hers; I got an invitation. It sounds like you did, too. Mike Yep, and so did just about everyone at my Aunt Maggie's house. She wants us all to bow at her feet. I'm sorry about last night, too; it looked like she really threw some thing in your face that hurt you. Kate She did; Tony and I...we never even had a real relationship, but I really fell for him. I slept with him, even after his alternate personality nearly killed me. Even after I wanted him dead. It was so personal, but he made me feel something that I had not felt in a long time. Then, my schemes got exposed, and he left town with Anna. It still hurts somewhat. Mike I understand. We've all lost loves. Kate I know, but I feel like this always happens to me. With all of the men I fall in love with, there's always a woman that takes greater priority. Your father may have cheated on Laura with me, but I know that Laura is the one in his heart; no matter how much we loved each other, Laura will always be the woman he loves. Roman and John always loved Marlena. Tony will always love Anna. Victor was the only one that didn't prefer anyone over me, but our marriage fell apart long before he died, and he found love with Celeste. Mike I'm sorry; that must be hard for you. No matter how bad some people can seem, I think everyone has hard lives in their own way. You don't seem like the evil woman that some make you out to be. Kate, touched Thank you. Coming from Bill and Laura's son, that means a lot. Mike You know what? Both of us need dates to this ball; both of us have a hard time putting up with Vivian. Why don't we accompany each other there? Kate Do you really mean that? I mean, with Laura and April and everything... Mike Don't worry about them; I'm sure they're fine. Kate, smiling Then sure, I would love to. Cheatin' Heart Nicole is at the bar, once again, drinking. She thinks about her dead husband, Travis, and how he's out of her life forever. She sees Jeremy take a seat. Nicole Two days in a row; damn. Guess all that lunch yesterday did was bring us right back here. Jeremy It was good, but one lunch won't fix everything I'm going through. Nicole I hear ya there. Jeremy orders a drink, and thinks about the nice lunch that he ended up having with Nicole yesterday; his mind also flashes to all of his problems, and he begins to feel slightly guilty. Jeremy You know, should we really have done that yesterday? I know we weren't romantic, but it was pretty much a casual date; I have a girlfriend. You just lost your husband. Nicole Don't look at it like that; I didn't. It was just two troubled people trying to change it up a little bit. Jeremy I guess. Nicole How is your girlfriend, anyway? Jeremy Don't know. Not sure if I care; both Alexis and my mom lied to me. Maybe Cassie did, too. She's been calling but I haven't answered. Every one's been calling me. My aunt Maggie, my cousin Julie, my Dad... Nicole Hey, at least they care. It's good to have a family like that; a lot of my family never cared. Jeremy Sorry, but I'm not sure if mine does, either. At least not my parents; not after how they've betrayed me. Nicole Life's a bitch, ain't it? Jeremy Damn right. Nicole I've really been thinking lately; I avenged my husband. His killer is dead, but it doesn't feel as great as I thought it would. Greta's gone, but I still feel...empty. I'm glad she's gone, and I can rest easy without her looking over my shoulder, but it doesn't change the fact that he's dead. The love of my life is dead. And all I ccn do is sitt this bar and drink! I probably have one or two family members that really care. And no friends, either. Jeremy Ha, I know what that feels like. I barely have any friends because I wasted so much time standing by my mother; I watched over her at the hospital, at home, while she lied. While she set my grandma up. So much of my life was wasted on that crap. Nicole We've all wasted a lot of our life. Nicole and Jeremy continue to drink, drowning all of their sorrows in alcohol once again. Back at Salem Place Apartments That evening, Sami walks up to her apartment in the hallway of the complex, pushing John in a wheelchair! Having just been released from the hospital, John will be living with Sami until he is back at full strength. John You really didn't have to do this, Samantha. Sami It's the least I can do after all I've done to you over the years. John Thank you. It means a lot to me. Sami I can't wait for you to meet my family! Our family, actually. John and Sami both enter the apartment, and John smiles when sees Will, Destiny, and baby Arianna inside. John Will...you've gotten a lot older since the last time I saw you. You're a full fledged teenager now. Will, smiling Hey, Grandpa John. It's great to see you; I'm so glad you're awake. We've really needed you, with all that's been going on. John, looking at Destiny And who's this? Sami Desirae. Or something like that. Will glares at his mother. Will You know her name, Mom. Sami Yeah, yeah, Destiny. Sorry. John Nice to see that you're still the same, Sami. Destiny Nice to meet you, Mr. Black. John, extending his hand for her to shake Please. Call me John. From what I've heard, it sounds like you're practically family. Sami Oh no she isn't. Will, glaring at her again Oh yeah she is. Destiny, nervously laughing Hi, John. Like I said, nice to meet you. I'm Will's girlfriend; I was Arianna's mom's best friend. John Speaking of Arianna, I want to meet her, too. Can't believe I am a great-grandfather. Will Sure. She's been excited to see you. Will carefully picks up his granddaughter, and shows her to John. Will This is your great-grandpa, Arianna. Grandma's dad. Will, Destiny, John, and Sami all widely smile, as Arianna looks up at John with her big, beautiful eyes. Will Wanna hold her? Sami You feel up to it? John, nodding Oh yes. I'd never pass up a chance to hold this beautiful girl. Will gives her to John, who takes her. He uses all of his strength to hold her properly and securely; Sami is amazed at how John can already hold his great-granddaughter. She knows he must have a lot of will power. John, feeling tears come to his eyes You really are beautiful. You're amazing; you made a great little girl, Will. I know you're young, but you really did. I see a lot of your great-grandma Marlena in you, Arianna. Sami I've thought the same thing. The family stands together strongly, basking in their newfound happiness. St. Luke's Cemetary Jan stumbles through the large cemetary, drunk off her ass. She walks up to the grave of her deceased mother, Marlena Evans. She nearly falls down on top of the grave, but manages to keep her balance. Jan Spending all day at the Chez Rouge bar does wonders, Mom. Suddenly I'm here, visiting the dead mom that I never got to have a real relationship with, outside of a few bogus therapy sessions. You know, Marlena, I've lost everything. Shawn. Lucas. Josh. And now, I've even lost Bentley. Your grandson is now with your best friends, Bo and Hope. I hope you're happy. Jan falls to her knees due to her drunken state, and holds her head as the world around her spins. Jan That bitch Belle is my sister. Ha ha. That thought makes this day even worse; sorry I'm only coming to visit you now. I've been really busy up until now. But now, I've got nothing better to do, so I figured I better come to see you. At least once. As Jan speaks to Marlena's grave, none other than Alexis approaches from behind. She looks on with confusion. Alexis Hello? Jan, looking at Alexis Who the hell are you? Another long lost daughter of Marlena? Alexis Um, no. I'm Alexis Kefer. And you are? Jan Jan Spears. Jan Roberts. Jan Evans. Jan DiMera. Jan Brady. Whatever. Alexis flashes back to her and Mimi discussing Jan Spears once, when Alexis visited Mimi in jail. Her eyes go wide, and she knows that this is her chance to prove to Jeremy that Cassie is a liar. Alexis Robin and Cassie can both be gone in a matter of days. I visit a cemetary to put some flowers on my old boss' grave and I strike it big. Know anything about Mimi Lockhart? Jan Yeah. She and I have a long history. We tortured Ghoul Girl; I blackmailed her. Good times. Alexis takes out her cell phone, and begins to record what Jan is saying. She knows that this is her big chance. Alexis She's in prison now. Know anything about that? Jan flashes back to pushing Cassie out of the window in Belle and Philip's loft, and Cassie setting Mimi up to take the fall. Jan Uhhh, no. Why? Alexis Come on, Jan! I need you to tell the truth. I thought you had something to do with that. Jan Why? What do you want? Alexis Tell the truth. I need you to tell the truth! Jan I...I don't know. What do I have to lose at this point? Alexis Yeah, what do you have to lose? Jan Fine; I've lost everything else. I may as well tell you this. Cassie and I set Mimi up to take the fall for that. She went to prison because of us. Alexis So she's innocent? Jan Yeah, Measles is innocent. Alexis Why? What happened? Jan Cassie hates Mimi; I hate Mimi. Cassie didn't want Mimi to get with her brother Rex, because she lied to him before. Mimi was married to the love of my life, so it was simple enough to get her out of the way. Cassie and I had different ideas though; I had a plan to get Shawn, and well...I didn't even know her at first, but I ran into her one night at Belle and Philip's loft. No one else was home. She and I got into a fight over my plans for Rex, and I ended up pushing her out the window. She made it out okay, but she saw the perfect chance to get rid of Mimi. She said that Mimi pushed her out the window, and I went along with it; the evidence lined up with Cassie's claims, and Mimi got sent to prison. Alexis is amazed; she has Jan's confession recorded. She can finally prove that Cassie Brady is a liar. Alexis So it's all because of you and Cassie. Cassie's a lying, framing whore. Just like Robin. Jan Absolutely. Alexis grins, knowing that she can finally pry Cassie away from Jeremy. She turns off the recorder inside her phone, and immediately darts off, while Jan continues to wallow in her pain and self-pity beside her mother's grave. Alexis is ready to destroy Cassie once and for all!

Westwood Park, Ria’s House Natalia knocks on Ria’s door. Ria opens it up. Ria “Hey girl. It’s good to see you.” Ria hears the Bryan’s crying in their stroller behind Natalia. Ria “Girl, I’m not feeling no chill’rens right now. My stories are on girl. I’m trying to find out who killed Diane Jenkins and just who exactly is the real Todd Manning.” Natalia “You and your soap operas I swear.” She says entering her bestfrieds house with her the double stoller. Ria “Girl you know I hate to be interrupted during my story time. So what is going on?” Nat “Well I came to see how you were. I have not seen you in a wile. I’ve been so caught up with Bryan, Sabryn and her trial.” Ria “I’ve been ok. Just taking it day by day. Watching my soaps keeps my mind of my own problems.” Natalia “Well watching your soaps is not helping the cause. So what’s next? Are you going to get treatment for this breast cancer?” Ria “I have not gotten that far. I’ve been so scared. I don’t know what to do I just can’t’ believe this is happening to me.” Natalia walks over and gives Ria a hug as Bryan Jr the 1st begins to cry. Ria “Damn girl. Can’t you shut that damn baby up!?” Natalia “It’s Sabryn’s big headed son who keeps being a cry baby. I don’t know what to do. He won’t shut up. I can’t live my life because all he wants to do is be a cry baby like his mother.” Ria “Well you ever think he needs his real mother Nat? With as much as Bryan charges for his whack as drinks at his club, he need to be hiring you a baby sitter or nanny or something.” Natalia “It’s all about my son. And keeping my family together. I am doing this for my son. You’re right though. Bryan is making a killing of his notorious expensive drinks at his club. I should be able to live out my life to. I should hire a nanny or something to help out with Sabryn’s bad ass son.” Ria “Do you really have to since Sabryn is going to jail right?” Natalia “To be honest, I really don’t know. It’s looking like Sabryn's lawyer may beat Sabryn’s murder wrap.” Ria “Wow, Sabryn shot Ashley eight times in front of police. How does she get away with that?” Natalia “I want to know the same thing. But it looks she’s about to. And the first thing she is going to do is come after me and my family. I have to be ready?” Ria “Well I will say Lisa is a bad ass lawyer so I am not surprised she’ll get those charges against Sabryn dropped. I will say Nat, Sabryn is a strong person. Are you going to be able to go head to head with her?” Natalia “Ria, I’ve won so far. I got her baby’s father, I got her son, and I now got the company she once dreamed of having. Her fashion house is non existent now. I have the life she wants. She can’t touch me.” Ria “How can you be so sure?” Natalia “I asked Bryan to marry me?” Ria “Shut up hoe! No you didn’t. How did that come about?” Natalia “Oooo, Ria you would be so proud. I gave Bryan some good p u s s y and I think he is falling in love with me. He is showing me he cares about me. All it took is some good sex.” Ria “I know that’s right girl. You doin the damn thang. So what did Bryan say? Is he going to marry you?” Episode 141: EXPOSED! Written by ML Cooks Story Editor: Monique Cooks Creative Consult: Ian Hefts Lavender Hill, Karim’s Mansion Alexis unlocks the door and walks in. She is stunned to see Karim lying naked on a red satin sheet with rose pedals all around him and the floor. Candles are light and the lights are low. Soft music is playing in the background “So Sexual” by Sisqo. Alexis is quite impressed with the scene of romance. “What is all of this?” Karim “I’m glad you came. I didn’t think you would come home.” Alexis “And why wouldn’t I?” Karim “A lot has been going on between us lately. Ladonna, my father and mother, my brother’s suicide, your sister, her child. “ Alexis “It has been a lot. “ Karim “I just wanted you to know that I love you and I believe in you. We haven’t had any “us” time. And I felt the tonight it could just be us. So why don’t you get more comfortable and lay here with me.” Alexis is seduced. Remebering how she fell in love with Karim in the first place. His looks, his body, his sensual eyes. She takes her clothes off and lies next to Karim. He holds her. Alexis “This feels so good Karim. I’ve missed this.” Karim “I’ve missed you. And I love you Alexis. I apologize about my recent behavior, my drinking and the incident with your sister.” Alexis “So does this mean you are done drinking?” Karim Looking into her eyes, “Alexis, I love you, No issues. Not tonight. I just want to love you.” He kisses her passionately. He then pulls back and looks at her once more. “Alexis I love you and I can’t wait to be a family. You have made me the happiest man in the world. Having my child, it’s something no one else can give me.” Alexis “Karim I love you to.” She kisses him back and they lean back and make love to the music. Alexis makes sure she enjoys this love session with Karim as she knows it could be her last. Downtown Pasadena, City Jail Bryan walks up to Sabryn’s cell. Sabryn “Why are you here? Shouldn’t you be at home with that tramp Natalia? playing house with my son?” Bryan “That was quite a show you put on with Mike today at court.” Sabryn “Was it? The only show I was interested in was the one about me about to beat this murder rap. And you know what is going to happen next when I get out of here?” Bryan “Yea yea same old story Sabryn. Revenge.” Sabryn “I can’t believe you are so calm. So you enjoy hurting me Bryan? The only thing I did was love you. How did we get here? Why did you do this to me? Being with Natalia and letting that low class slut raise our son? Why? What did I do to you for you to do me like this?”’ Bryan “I was scared! I thought you weren’t going to beat this murder rap Sabryn Jesus Christ you shot Ashley in front of police eight times! How do you except to get away with that? I had to do what was best for my family and Natalia was on the same page.” Sabryn “Of course that leech would be. She would do anything to get at me. She’s holding this stupid grudge against me. Well Bryan it looks like I am going to beat these charges. And you should already know when I get out of here I am coming for you and that nasty skank of yours. And of course I will obtain my son. You went too far by being with nasty Natti. That’s unforgivable to me. You have forever ruined us. My son will never know you as his father. So enjoy this time you have with him now.” Bryan “You won’t be able to take my son away from me. I won’t let you.” Bryan “How do you expect to stop me?” Bryan “Well first off, you’re not the same Sabryn. This murder has really brown nosed you. You have lost everything. Your money, your power, and your respect. You don’t have that much to get my son from me.” Sabryn “And why is that? Because you had an affair with Ashley. This all stems from that. You did all of this. And I will do some error correction.” Bryan “Natalia asked me to marry her.”’ Sabryn “You Bastard! A dirty Bastard! I can’t believe I have a child with you. And what did you say? Are you going to marry that whore?” Mike “You’re going to marry Natalia?” He says walking in on the scene. Bryan “This is none of your business super man.” Mike “I care for Sabryn. I don’t understand why you here Bryan. I have seen nothing but you hurting Sabryn. She doesn’t need you here rubbing in the fact that you are marrying her enemy.” Bryan “I didn’t say we were getting married. I just said she asked me to marry her. This is none of your business Mike. I have a child with Sabryn and you can’t touch that. Never!” Mike “Not trying to my friend. It seems you are jealous.” Bryan “Of what?” Mike “That Sabryn and I are moving closer and you wish it was you. You see you’re the runner up. You got Natalia. I got the grand prize, Sabryn. You have hurt Sabryn deeply and that’s just something she will never forgive. I would advise you not to waste your time coming around her.” Bryan “Who the hell do you think you are man?” Bryan tries to punch Mike but Mike blocks his punch. Mike, chuckling “ There there now. Calm down. You don’t want to hit the chief of police now do you?” Bryan “Take that title and shove it your mother’s ass Mike.” Mike “You know Bryan. I’ve dealt with this kind of situation before. I had to deal with Ty taking Jenn away from me. I’ve learned a thing or two from that. And let me tell you I won’t lose Sabryn to you. I mean I know it won’t even be an issue considering what you are doing to her. And look at where Ty is now, in jail. “ Bryan is furious knowing he is defeated just walks off. Sabryn “Wow Mike. You were amazing. That was amazing.” Mike “I’m not going to let Bryan hurt you no more.” He grabs her hands through the bars. She leans in and kisses him. Sabryn “Mike, I think I’m falling in love with you.” Divine Design Natalia pushes the Bryan’s baby stroller into her new office. She sits at her desk and thinks about what Ria said. “Bryan should hire you a nanny.” Sabryn’s son begins to cry and Natalia scream out in frustration. “Shut up damn it!” “I’m not going to deal with this. I need time to make sure Rufus doesn’t undercut me here at DD. And I have to be ready in case Sabryn is set free. I can’t do all this and raise her damn brat. And now I got Diego back in town playing games with me. I know he’s up to something.” Natalia logs onto her computer and decides to place an add on Craig’s list for a nanny. Court is now back in session in Downtown Pasadena. Rufus, Sabryn, Mike, Bryan, Karim, Ladonna, and Alexis are all in attendance. Judge “State, call your next witness.” Jack, standing up “Your honor, my next witness is a doctor and has an emergency at the hospital. I ask for a delay until tomorrow.” Judge “I see. Does the defense wish to call anybody in the mean time? We can at least get that out the way. This trial is taking to long and taking up to much tax dollars.” Lisa “My pleasure your honor. I call Rufus Taylor to the stand.” Sabryn smile sand looks at Alexis. Alexis rolls her eyes at Sabrina and looks away. She lays her head on Karim’s shoulder and holds his hand. Ladonna notices this sweet scene of romance and is not impressed. “Do all that while you can Alexis. Rufus is about to expose you.” Rufus, struts himself up to the witness stand. The chatter increases, as people in the courtroom don’t know what to make of this cross dresser. Rufus is sworn in and Lisa approaches him. Lisa “How shall I address thee?” Rue “I would like to be called Miss Rue. I’m a bad ass Bitch around Pasadena now. So I need to be respected in that capacity. So it’s Miss Rue.” Lisa “I’m impressed. You know I remember you from trial’s before. You have come a long way Miss Rue. I must say you look nice.” Rue “Thank you. It’s been a long time coming. And I must say this is only the beginning.” Alexis standing up “Objection, this is supposed to be about Sabryn killing Ashley. I don’t pay my tax dollars to hear about this trannys trials and tribulations. My sister is dead; she was assassinated, being shot 8 times in front of police. I want justice damn it!” Karim pulls Alexis back down as the judge pounds on her gavel. “One more outburst from you Miss Jones and you will find your self behind bars.” Ladonna “She’s getting nervous.” Alexis “Don’t start Ladonna. I have Karim and you don’t It’s that simple. Now just leave us the hell alone. Stop stalking us.” Karim “She’s right Donna. Just please leave us alone.” Ladonna, with a tear forming in her eye, “You’re going to be so sorry Karim.” Lisa “Your honor, I have a method. This is all leading into my point. I am setting it up. Please indulge me.” Hatchett “I’ll allow it.” Lisa “Thank you ya honor.” Lisa now walks over to the jury. Lisa “Miss Rue, could you tell us about your relations with the deceased Ashley Jones?” Everyone in the court room leans closer, on the edge of their seats to hear what Miss Rue is about to say. No one is waiting more intently then Alexis and Ladonna. Miss Rue “I sure can. My relations with Ashley were not pleasant. Ashley kidnapped me and held me hostage. She held me hostage in a place where Mona was. Mona, Abe, and Sharon. It was terrible. It as something straight out of a Saw movie. Ashley kept talking about getting revenge on Sabryn and how she stalked her for months disguised as a lady in red. At the same time Mona was the lady in black. Ashley kept talking about winning Bryan. I even knew that Ashley stole Natalia’s baby, making Natalia believe that her child died when she was shot. Ashley is also the one who shot Natalia at the fashion show. You know the one where Jodie told the world she had HIV. Ashley is evil. Pure evil. Straight from hell. She even used a chain saw to sodomize me. The bitch was so insane she thought she was Jason Voorhees.” Lisa “Wow. It seems the state left all this information out. Ashley has a record of unstable behavior. Ashley was a demented criminal herself. A menace to society. Maybe it’s a good thing justice was served with her death.” The courtroom is outrage. Alexis burst into tears and Karim holds her. Alexis “Oh Karim. How can they just demonize my sister this way? She’s dead. She’s not her to defend herself. This is all so terrible.” Karim “It’s ok Lexie. I’m here for you.” Ladonna “Not for long.” Lisa, walking over to Rue “Can you tell us if Ashley was working alone? Was there anybody who was helping her?” The courtroom is dead silent Rue “Yes.” Chatter erupts once more. Alexis’s mouth drops and she begins to sweat. Karim looks at Alexis and Ladonna can do nothing but smile out of enjoyment... The time has come. Lisa “Is the person who helped Ashley in this courtroom right now?” A pause is had. Alexis has a burning sensation in her stomach. Karim begins to get uncomfortable as he watches Alexis squirm. He begins to wonder if everything Ladonna has been telling him for months is true. Rue “Yes they are!” Alexis and the courtroom are stunned. Alexis doesn’t know what to do. She is about to be exposed. She wants to stand up and stop the proceedings but she knows if she does it will be an admission of guilt and she’ll lose Karim for sure. “This is not supposed to happen. This is not part of the deal I made with Rufus. He’s going to betray me. I am going down!” She thinks to herself. Lisa “Miss Rue can you identify the person who was helping Ashley? Who is the person that helped kidnapped you and also knew about Mona and all the crimes against the Williams family?” Sabryn, Mike, Bryan, Karim and Ladonna turn and look at Alexis. Alexis “Oh My God.!” She stands up and gives Rufus a look. Rufus smiles at her “It was her. Alexis Jones. She knew the whole time Ashley was alive and knew the goings on about Mona. It was Alexis Jones!” Ladonna “Alexis, has finally been exposed!”

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The stakes are extremely high as we begin in Downtown Pasadena, the courthouse. It’s a scene of chatter and confusion. Sabryn stares Alexis down as she takes off her huge black sunglasses and her big hat on the witness stand. She is acting like a diva shaking her hair all around like she is in a sauve professionals hair commercial. She looks up and sees Sabryn looking at her with content and she flashes a smile at her. Sabryn rolls her eyes and whispers in Lisa’s ear. “Her testimonies won’t do me any good. She is going to have me convicted.” Lisa “Quit being a scary Mary. Never concede to defeat. Not with me as your attorney.” Alexis feels as though she is on top of her game, finally about to send Sabryn to jail for killing her sister. She has a glow about her. That is until she raises her right hand, she sees Karim standing in the back of the courtroom. Standing right behind him is Rufus. Then Ladonna walks in. Alexis shakes her head as all three take seats to listen to Alexis’ testimony. Alexis thinks to herself “I’m under oath and I am going to have to lie today in order to keep my man. I have to make it through this trial. I have to have Karim. I just hope Rufus keeps his end of our bargain and not expose me today in this damn court. I will for sure loose Karim. I worked to hard to lose my love now.” Jack stands up and approaches Alexis. It seems everyone from Sabryn to Ladonna to Rufus all have some sort of stake in the proceedings today. Episode 140: Sabryn’s Trial Continues Written by ML Cooks Story Editor: Monique Cooks Creative Consult: Ian Hefts Jack “State your name for the record.” Alexis “Alexis Jones, but its Miss Jones to you if you are nasty. I am known as a Jones’ girl.” Lisa “Objection! She’s wasting our time and tax dollars by giving long winded, fragmented unnecessary words ya honor. All she had to say was Alexis Jones.” Judge “Sustained. Don’t be coy Ms. Jones.” Jack “Alexis, the deceased, Ashley was your sister correct?” Alexis, who forces a tear before she speaks, knowing it will gain the jury’s sympathy “Yes. She was all I had until she was brutally assassinated.” Jack “What can you tell us about this rivalry between your sister and Sabryn?” Alexis “Bryan cheated on my sister with Sabryn. It’s not as though everyone is portraying it. Ashley had Bryan first.” Sabryn “That’s a lie!” She screams standing up in an out rage. Lisa pulls Sabryn back down in her seat. “Calm down, it’s ok, let her say what she has to say. She’s setting herself up. Trust me I got this. I’m about to have my way with her.” Sabryn “Have you’re way? What are we going to Burger King? I don’t eat fast food, what does that mean?” Lisa “Wow, it means I am about to wipe the floor with her face.” Sabryn “Humph” Alexis continues her show “Sabryn attacked my sister at the wedding. It was so ugly. In fact, Sabryn was the main reason why Ashley was runned over your honor. Sabryn was drunk and crashed into Bryan’s car, which then lead to Bryan running over Ashley. She wanted to kill my sister way back then. To get her out the picture so she could have Bryan for herself. Sabryn is a monster. She has everyone played. Sabryn has attacked Ashley on numerous occasions. “ Alexis really puts on the water works. Jack hands her a tissue as Alexis lets a loud moan. Ladonna “So fake.” Karim “Is she?” LaDonna “Hell to the yes. Can’t you see that? Oh I forgot you’re so blinded. I don’t know what she has over you.” Karim “She is having my child!” Ladonna “Is it yours really?” Karim “We will find out after this trial. She’s getting a test done to determine the paternity.” Ladonna “And then what? If it’s not yours you’re going to come back to me?” Karim “Yes. I love you.” Ladonna “It won’t be that easy. You really hurt me.” Karim just looks at her but then focuses back on the trial. Jack “That’s all I have for the witness.” Jack sits down as Lisa takes her turn with the witness. Lisa stares down Alexis as if trying to intimidate her. Or at least let her know that play time is over. Alexis can sense that it’s a new ball game and quickly gets rid of her sob story mode and switches to razor sharp mode. She knows it’s about to be a battle and she has to be careful as to what she says so she wont loose Karim. Alexis is now nervous. Across the street, at the Jail Jenn walks in to visit Ty. She walks up to his cell. Ty “Why are you here?” Jenn “I thought I’d share some info with you.” Ty “I don’t want to share anything with you.” Jenn “I thought you might like to know that Santino has taken over your operations.” Ty “Is that right?” How do you know?” Jenn “The bastard told me himself.” Ty “I see. And why are you telling me?” Jenn “I just thought you might like to know. In case you wanted to do something about it.” Ty “Do something about it? Isn’t he your lover? Didn’t you cheat on me with him? Why would you want me to do something to him? Let me guess. He dumped you?” Jenn “He doesn’t deserve to bank on what you created. “ Ty “Why do you care so much? Did you care when you opened your legs to him like a seven eleven, open all night.” Jenn “Where do you get off talking to me like that? You shot me remember!? I never pressed charges against or turned you in for that.” Ty “It was an accident. You were at the wrong place at the wrong time.” Jenn “And that’s all you have to say about that? That’s your excuse? You can do better than that Ty. “ Ty “Jenn, I wish you would leave.” Jenn looking at her one time lover in the eyes, “Ty, I loved you. I left Mike for you.” Ty “No, you left Mike for the money I had. You only wanted my money.” Jenn “But I grew to love you Ty. I loved you and you loved me. Where did we go wrong?” Ty “Do you really have to ask that? “WE” went wrong when you had an affair with Santino. Jenn I feel nothing for you. In fact you are an enemy of mine. Just want you to know that yes I am locked up for now, I won’t be in here forever. And when I get out of here, you and Santino both will pay for double crossing me.” Jenn “In your dreams Sly Ty. You’ll be in here for the rest of your life. I tried to extend an arm to you but I see you don’t appreciate it. So go ahead and be lonesome.” Ty “Then be on your way so I can get back to planning my revenge for Pasadena.” Jenn just walks off as Ty sits down thinking about his ex henchman Santino taking over his empire. “One day, I will reclaim what’s mine. And people will pay.” He says to himself. Back in Court Alexis prepares to give her testimony Lisa “You painted a nasty picture of my client.” Alexis “Well the shoe fits.” Lisa “I see you weren’t here when I had Bryan on the stand. You see he used those cutesy remarks and I shut it down. So let me advise you not to be cute with me. This will be ugly for you I can assure you of that.” Karim has a look in interest after hearing what Lisa just said. Ladonna smiles and whispers to Karim “Maybe today we will learn the truth about your precious Alexis.” Karim “Be quiet Donna.” Lisa “Now regarding the accident where your sister was mowed down by Bryan. It seems you have left a few things out.” Alexis “It was such a long time ago. Like three years. Maybe I left a few things out.” Lisa “Oh you did. Some very important details.” Lisa walks over to the jury so they can hear her loud and clear and so that the next round evidence hits the jury over the head. Lisa “I’ll start with the fact, that one you were driving a U haul truck that slammed into the back of Bryan’s car and then therefore, after receiving the force from the U-Haul ramming of Sabryn’s car, ran over Ashley. So in effect, one could blame you for your sister’s first supposed death?” Alexis “I did not kill my sister. Objection your honor.” The courtroom laughs at Alexis’s objection. Judge “You can’t object.” Alexis “I can, and I will and I just did. I did not kill my sister.” Lisa “You hear that jury, Alexis drove the U-Haul. Alexis was the one who was driving the U-Haul that set this ugly tragedy into motion. The force of impact was so great, Sabryn which was following Bryan that dark and stormy night, crashed into Bryan’s car. That whole accident would have never took place if it wasn’t for Alexis. And I also want to make clear, that Miss Jones did not step up at the time and admit that crucial piece of information. She let Sabryn and Bryan go to trial for it. It seems Alexis is a shady character.” Alexis “You can’t just say things like that. Let’s stick to facts.” She says as she begins to get very uncomfortable. Karim notices this and Ladonna can do nothing but smile as she sees Alexis under fire. Lisa “You want to deal in facts? We can do that. I got another fact for you. Is it true, you knew for a long time, before the rest of Pasadena that Ashley was alive and stalking Sabryn? And not only did you know, you helped her in her diabolical schemes. You assisted Ashley in kidnapping Rufus Taylor and Natalia’s baby with Bryan. In fact you even knew that Kelis Williams to the law, known as Mona to her family, and the Lady in Black to her victims. You knew of all the evil doings of Ashley and Mona and did nothing to stop them. Is that true?” The courtroom is dead silent. You could hear someone’s stomach hunger pains the courtroom is so silent. Everyone leans up in his or her chairs to hear what Alexis’ answer will be. Alexis wipes sweat from her head and looks down. “No. I did not know that Ashley was alive until Sabryn’s wedding. And I never knew that Mona was doing what she was doing.” The courtroom lets out a gasp and chatter once again erupts. Rufus is stunned that Alexis has just lied under oath. Ladonna “She’s lying. Karim “Donna just give it up. Alexis is under oath. She would perjure herself.” Donna “To keep you yes she would.” Lisa, walking towards the witness “I’ll remind you that you are under oath Miss Jones. Do you want to answer the question again?” Alexis “I stand by my answer.” Lisa “You know you will go to jail for perjury right?” Alexis “No need for me to worry about that. I did not lie.” Lisa “Wow. We’ll see. Witness may stand down.” Alexis is relieved and puts her glasses and her hat back on and leaves with out as so much as looking at anyone. She storms out the courtroom not wanting to make contact with anyone, she just needs some fresh air to exhale. Sabryn smiles, as she knows Alexis just lied under oath. Karim is baffled by what just happened. Ladonna looks at Rufus to see what his reaction is. Ladonna knows that Alexis lied and it’s up to Rufus to expose the truth. She walks over to him to see what she is going to do. Judge “Court will recess until tomorrow morning. Court is adjourned.” Mike hugs Sabryn before she is handcuffed. Bryan and Natalia both notice this and Bryan is not happy. Mike “It’s looking real good for you. Soon you will be free” Sabryn “Thank you Mike.” Mike “I’ll be by to see you later.” Sabryn is cuffed and escorted away. He turns around and sees Bryan giving him a dirty look. Mike smiles, having dealt with this kind of situation before with Ty and Jenn. He brushes it off and leaves the courtroom. Natalia, to Bryan “Are you upset that Mike and Sabryn seem to be moving closer?” Bryan “Why does it matter to you? I love Sabryn and I always have. I’m not going to lie about that. What we have Natalia is a business arrangement. We are only together because of my sons.” Natalia “If you want to keep your sons, you’ll stay with me and forget about Sabryn. Bryan if you leave me, I’m taking my son with me. You can have your other son. I only care about mine.” Bryan “I’m starting to think what we did was a mistake.” Natalia “In what way?” Bryan “It’s beginning to look like Sabryn is going to beat this murder rap. And once she does she’s going to try to get her son back.” Natalia “Right, that’s right. That’s why we have to make it harder for her to do that.” Bryan “In what way?” Natalia “Marry Me.” Ladonna walking up to Rufus “You know Alexis lied under oath?” Rufus “I do.” Ladonna “So when you get on the stand, are you going to lie to or are you going to set the record straight?” Rufus “I guess we will have to find out. Tomorrow is my day for the spot light and I plan to use that to my full advantage.” Donna “I hope that means you are going to exposé Alexis to Karim.” Rufus “I don’t have a man so I am not in the business of helping you get yours. What do I get? A one-night stand with Karim would be nice; I hear big dicks run in that family? You know, he might my DL Lover.” Donna “Excuse me? What are you talking about?” Rufus “Some one has been hitting me up on the chat line claiming they are on the Down Low and wants no one to know. He has yet to reveal himself to me. But with all this stress you and Alexis are putting him through, maybe it’s him turning to me for comfort.” Ladonna “Uhm yea ok. I just hope you don’t lie under oath.” Ladonna then walks away hoping that tomorrow will be Alexis’ day of reckoning. She thinks back on her last fight with Alexis and kicking her in her stomach a few nights ago. “She seems to be ok. If she lost her baby I’m sure I would have heard about it by now. I didn’t mean to do that but she took me there.” Ladonna thinks to herself. She then thinks when Alexis tore Ashley’s diary from her hands and tore it up. “I know the truth. I know that Ashley knew the whole time her sister was alive. And if Rufus doesn’t tell the truth then I will. I will expose you Alexis.” Ladonna vows as she drives off. As Rufus is about to leave the courthouse she is spun around by the diva of the day. Rufus “You better watch your hands Alexis. One of my breast might have popped out.” Alexis “Oh please you are trying to hard. I am just here to remind you of the deal we have. I gave you controlling interest of my fashion house with the understanding that you will not expose me at this trial.” Rufus “I’m not dumb. I know what I agreed to.” Alexis “Well good. You better hold your end of the bargain up. I cannot be exposed to Karim and lose him. “ Rufus “What is it with the women of Pasadena and their men?” Alexis “I beg your pardon?” Rufus “I was just having a conversation with Ladonna and you two are in heated war over Karim. Do he got it going on like that?” Alexis “Damn that Bitch Ladonna! Always breathing down my neck just trying so hard to get my man. It’s ok. She will not win. I have a plan. If all else fail I have a back up plan. So I am warning you Rufus Taylor. Cross me if you want to, I have a back up plan for all my enemies if I go down tomorrow.” And with that threat, Alexis leaves the courthouse. Rufus just brushes it off and leaves as well. Divine Design Natalia walks into Alexis’ office with both Bryans in a double stroller. They both are crying outrageously. Natalia “Damn it I can’t take much more of this! I can never do anything because Sabryn’s big headed son is a cry baby.” She walks over to Sabryn’s son and holds him and rocks him in her arms to try and make him calm down. But it doesn’t work. Bryan Jr the 1st keeps wailing away. Natalia “Damn you are a cry baby just like your mother. “ Natalia just sits him back down in the stroller. Just then Rufus walks in the office. “What the hell are you doing in my office with these two annoying brats?” Natalia “This is Alexis’ office and I’m here working on my new line. Why is that any of your business? For that matter why are you here?” Rufus “I’m about to do some error correction. First of all this is my office now. Alexis happily handed it over to me.” Natalia “Your office?” She says inquisitively. Rufus “With these whining ass babies I bet you didn’t hear me. YES MY OFFICE! Now get these brats and get the hell out!” Natalia “How did you get this office? You work here?” Rufus “Yes Bitch. This is my company now. I won Divine Design. Alexis is a minor stake holder now.” Natalia “That’s funny I own stake too.” Rufus “Doesn’t matter to me. I won a controlling share. And get this, I’m coming out with my own line, debuting at the DD winter fashion show.” Natalia “Alexis promised me my own line as well. I have been working hard on my designs. This is not fair. How the hell did you get this company?” Rufus “I’m good Bitch. That’s how. I can get down like the rest of you bitches here in Pasadena. I’m a bad Bitch too. I had your man, and now I got the company you want. I seem to have a winning streak against you.” Natalia “You must not know about me Rufus. I’m not to be messed with. Just ask Dahlia. She’s dead. That’s what happens when people get in my way. I have my own line coming out and you better not interfere with that.” Rufus “I don’t think so. You see I call the shots around here now. You will not tell me what to do I will tell you what to do. I have the power to shelve your line. So you better begin to respect me. I have control now. I’m in power. You will bow down to me.” Natalia “Never!” Rufus “We’ll see. Get these damn crying babies out of here. I can’t take all this whining. I’m going to get security and by the time I get back, your ass better be gone.“ Miss Rue leaves, slamming the door behind her. The babies cry even more. Natalia is frustrated and walks over and picks up her own son this time. She cradles him in her arms. “Shh boo bear. Momma is here. I know that drag Queen scared you. Don’t worry; momma wont let him do that again. I’ll teach you a new word my son. Can you say fag? Go ahead my son you can do it. Say fag. That’s exactly what Rufus is, a fag.” Her son quiets down as Sabryn’s son is left in the stroller screaming his head off. Natalia hears the door close and she turns around and almost drops her son when she sees Diego Serrano. Natalia puts her quiet son in the stroller. Diego “Well look at you. You’re a mother now. “ Natalia “That’s right I am.” Diego “I can’t believe God has blessed a murderer with kids.” Natalia “Well he did. And I will do anything to protect my son. So what the hell are you doing here Diego?” Diego “Oh me? I’m just passing by.” Natalia “Passing by? I don’t buy that. I don’t want any trouble. Wait, I know. You are here for Sabryn’s trial aren’t you?” Diego “Don’t worry about that. I wanted to get a cheap thrill and I knew you would squirm if I showed my face so here I am. You did not disappoint.” Natalia “Diego, I’m not the same person as when you left town” Diego “Oh please Natalia. Mother hood for you is only a mask. You and I both know deep down you are shallow, selfish and evil person. You stole Mark from Dahlia, making him believe she was dead. You even paid Dahlia’s cellmate Suga to stab her to death. You see I still know all about that. You are vile Natalia.” Natalia “I get what I want Diego. Mother hood is no a mask for me. It’s made me a lioness. I will protect my family at all cost. I have a family now. I have everything I wanted. So don’t you cause any trouble for me. I am warning you.” Diego “I don’t take threats from you. Not only that, I am not scared of you. Just remember, I have nothing to loose. And also remember, all chickens come home to roost. Your time my dear is coming.” Diego then leaves after delivering his ominous warning to Natalia. Natalia “Oh my God. Damn you Diego. I have come to far now to lose my life and my family to you. What the hell are you doing here? I have everything I want, a company, my own fashion line, Sabryn’s man, and a beautiful son. But that’s not the case. Things seem they are turning against me. I will not lose what I have. I will protect it at all cost.“

The first half of this episode really packed a punch i was like damn for real, the fire, Aubrey and Spencer what is going on in Springfield? This was yet another fantastic episode. So let's get cracking with what I have to say. I am so shocked with this spencer light house twist. It came out of no where. I feel so bad for her. You had me going when Aubrey took Clay. I thought Aubrey left Liz to die. But she didnt. I liked that she came back. Good writing skill for that and a nice twist. I am sure that will come in handy in the future. I despise Ashelee Jay. I'm sorry but she is done for me. She keeps getting worse. And it's to the point there is almost no redeeming her in my eyes It was very nice to see Blake and Ross I know for long time readers and or veiwers of GL and FTL this Belinda plot is big. I know it's big, but it's not I don't know, its not a plot I look forward too like others. Very good episode. FTL is still on fire

I know Jay i had the same issue.( It's always something around here) I contacted Errol and asked him to increase the limit by at least 15. So please let's unite on this and please email him a request too. Thanks

Thanks, Sis Pat trying to be sexxy for you!!!

Wow matt and I am so honored to be the first one to comment. The epsidoe moved so fast. i could really tell you are rushing to the end. This is the PP I know and love. It was a great read from start to end. I have a lot to say so let's get started. First off, the font was extra small! I had to zoom in on my web broswer. Next the opening scene was great and moved so quickly. A very nice hook. I just want to say two things about James Franco. You had him first. And two, damn is he is fine and its so sad to see him go down but he knew he had it coming to him. But he went out fighting. Loved it. That Damned Hammer head is sitting on cloud nine being prez again. i just want to throw up. But it;s all good I did not expect that caffight between Nan and Jenny both girls gave a good fight to the point I cold not tell who really claimed victory. My girl nan is fighting ot the end too. I love her. I would love to bring her on STEAM as NAt's sister. I also loved Carrie and Dylan's scene They had it coming so good for them. I LOVE JIHN. He is such an ass and has the best one liners. That scene was so great and unique. Great job on the writing skill you put into that. It was different and tied in the the cliffhanger. Excellent job. I love this quad. But To me I think It should be Alley and John and Blake and London. But either way is cool for me. I really admire the skill in that scene. You proved you still got it in you. OH MY GOD TANISHA goign flip mode. I never expected this. It's sad for me. But wow. For real. I don't know what to say. At least she going out with a bang. I wonder who will get shot. And who was that playing Alexis? Was that a recast? ANd wow Anna Lee killed herself? Why? And was that a crooked gaurd that let her do it? Poor Anna Lee And you brought back Blue Crstal. I loved it. That was a very nice scene. Loved the addidtion of Todd Manning. I think he was in your series before right? This episode paid homage to all the stories. It feels as though we have come full circle.All the characters I knew and loved and all front burner. It's been an honor reading this series and meeting a great person Matt Preston. I have learned a lot from you my friend and we are going places. Keep writing and I can't wait for the finale.

Changing of the Guard Early this year, LIS show runner, Tara Smith, told readers that “Life in Salem “was coming back to the airwaves after being on hiatus for over a year. Her writing partner ML Cooks rejoined her on the writing team. Since returning, Tara has been unable to devote the time that is needed to run LIS. ML has created a very good long-term story document for LIS and he will continue LIS. These stories are simply to good to be wasted. ML Cooks will serve as showruuner for LIS for the foreseeable future. Tara is leaving her role as Headwriter and Executive Producer but will remain in a consulting capacity. LIS will be launching in a few weeks. There has been a lot of confusion as to what is really going and ML promises to clear the air in coming days. Stay tuned for previews, announcements and other clarifications.

Rufus has good days coming to her I can assure u of that. Of course she's going to have to fight to get it. Nothing is easy in this series. Like I said The Jones family have a lot coming up and dealing with the fact on who or what Apple, their mother really is. THings will be very interesting. Every villian has their day and let me tell, I got my eye on Nat. She's next and I got a huge story planned for her. Her time has come

That slap was for Karim to wake up. But Karim is in a drunken haze. Things will continue to get worse for him. Ladonna is a good girl. SHe wont be changing no test results. She;s not like that. I will say this story is headed for a climax. I would not count either woman out. I do love Daniel and Sharon and thought they haven't been played this season very much, I do got a big story lined up for them in Season 4. But to me Lauren and Daniel are still the destined couple. Sure they have been through so much. I will say I do think Sharon and Daniel could really give Lauren run for her money. Lauren has a lot in season 4 as well. Gotta love my Ria

Mink Stole plays Dottie. I based her character of her role in the John Waters movie "Serial Mom" Dottie has a major connection to some one in Pasadena that will be revealed n season 4. At this point, Jasmine thinks Sis Pat is crazy so she doesn't beleive a word she says. You know I have thought of Jasmine and Kiko. I discarded that idea, but you have made me think twice. I already had a story lined up for Kiko but his Jasmine thing could be nice. TO be honest I was writing Jasmine out because I don't know what to do with her and I feel her characters has been some what a disappoointment. I have been unable to get that "Whitley" stigma off her from A different World.

THat was my goal from the start with Kiko. He is a hero, a good guy. Is Apple the devil, I guess we will find out to gether. I will say she is not of this earth. ANd she has powers. I gave Jasmine that job to get her interaction going and to also bring out some therapy for the folks at For the Brids and get into some back story a bit esp where Lynn is concerned

I don't feel this was out of character for Daniel. She lied to him made him believe she was dead. He has had a lot of people have control over his life. He has turned over a new page. I too thought it would be clever to throw Sis Pat at the nut house with her enemies. THis was going to be a short one but I am seeing I can get a lot of mileage out of it. This story has changed so we will be seeing a lot more of this story.