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WEEK OF 4/15/07 EDITION WEEK 4 VENDETTA TRIVIA!!! REMEMBER: THESE QUESTIONS FOCUS ON THE PAST TWO WEEKS OF EPISODES (STARTING WITH THE 4/2/07 EPISODE AND ENDING WITH THE 4/13/07 EPISODE) DUE TO HAVING NO TRIVIA LAST WEEK. SINCE THIS WILL BE HARDER I WILL DOUBLT THE AMOUNT OF POINTS USUALLY GIVEN OUT. SO, IF YOU TAKE FIRST PLACE, YOU GET 20 PTS INSTEAD OF 10. SECOND PLACE GIVES YOU 18 POINTS INSTEAD OF 9. THIRD PLACE GETS YOU 16 POINTS INSTEAD OF THE USUAL 8. I THINK YOU ALL GET THE PICTURE. THERE ARE 5 QUESTIONS FOR THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE AND ALL OTHER RULES ARE THE SAME AS USUAL. ANSWERS ARE DUE TO ME IN A PM BY 4PM TUESDAY (WHICH IS AROUND WHEN THE NEXT VENDETTA CLIP IS USUALLY POSTED). KEEP IN MIND THE QUICKER AND MORE ACCURATE, THE MORE POINTS YOU GET!!! 1ST PLACE GETS A LEVEL ONE CLUE, SECOND PLACE GETS A LEVEL 2, AND 3RD PLACE GETS A LEVEL 3 SO ALL THAT IS THE SAME. JUST WANTED TO REFRESH EVERYONE'S MEMORY SINCE WE DIDN'T DO THIS LAST WEEK. NOW ON TO THE TRIVIA!! Here are the questions: 1.) From what MIA current character did Alice recieve a special letter from on the day of Marie's funeral? 2.) Jack and Billie made a stop while on their way to The Spectator that was out of their way. Where did they stop? 3.) Where and when did Cal and Katherine decide to have their wedding? 4.) What is the name of the Dimera henchman Lexie is butting heads with? 5.) What does the MCF want Cassie's help with? Bonus (this is a special question to help those looking for points. Those that get it right will recieve an extra 2 pts added to their score): Where and when did Carrie and Austin decide to have their wedding? WEEK FOUR VENDETTA STANDINGS (Remember this is only your comments scores. Trivia scores will be added and announced on Tuesday when I recieve all answers and post results. Clues will be sent out shortly after to those who have the top 3 scores for Week 4) 1.) Tishy (5 comments)-10 pts 2.) Rick, Hoganstays, psychofan, DH23 and daysfan- 0 pts (no comments so no pts given out) COMPLETE STANDINGS FOR VENDETTA THUS FAR: 1.) Tishy (57 pts) 2.) DH23 (48 pts) 3.) psychofan (25 pts) 4.) daysfan (16 pts) 5.) Ryan Chandler (14 pts) 6.) Rick and Hoganstays (0 pts) I don't know what happened this week as hardly anyone commented. I PMed you all and thank you to those that got back to me. I hope you all get back to commenting soon. It felt like a ghost town . I was worried you all had a hard time following and so on. I was also worried players got out of the habit because I didn't have a trivia challenge last weekend for Vendetta due to the holiday so that was a concern. I am hopeful this week will be better as I only rewarded one player this week in terms of a comment score. The game is going to start picking up now so please do let me know if you have questions or concerns. I know life gets busy so adjustments can always be made and I am always available for any concerns you may have. . INSIDER SPOTLIGHT: THERE IS NO INSIDER SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW THIS WEEK. INSTEAD, I WANTED TO ANNOUNCE AN UPCOMING FEATURE THAT WILL BE NEW TO SALEM LIVES IN CELEBRATION OF OUR ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY ON MAY 1. BEGINNING IMMEDIATELY, SALEM LIVES READERS WILL BE ABLE TO ASK ANY QUESTIONS THEY MAY HAVE ABOUT SALEM LIVES. THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO ASK ROMAN AND I ANYTHING YOU WISH ABOUT THE BLOG, CHARACTERS, ETC. TO DO THIS, SIMPLY POST YOUR QUESTIONS HERE IN THE BLOG. EVERY TWO WEEKS WE WILL TAKE ALL YOUR QUESTIONS AND ANSWER THEM HERE IN THE INSIDER SPOTLIGHT. IT'S JUST OUR WAY OF MAKING THE BLOG MORE INTERACTIVE. THE WEEKS IN BETWEEN THAT WON'T HAVE QUESTIONS BEING ANSWERED WILL BE THE NORMAL INSIDER SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEWS THAT ARE USUALLY POSTED. WE LOOK FORWARD TO ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS!! COMINGS AND GOINGS Martina McBride (Nora Montana): The country music superstar appears as the wife to Jed Montana (played by fellow country music star Billy Ray Cyrus) and sources say she will appear in around 3-4 episodes. "It was alot of fun," McBride enthuses. "I am grateful they thought of me and it was great working with Billy. I am glad they added a little country flair to the story we are in with Cal and Katherine. It was great working with Terri [Garber, Katherine] and Josh [Taylor, Cal]." Also, look for a very romantic and magical performance from Martina during her brief stint. More on this in next week's Insider. COMING UP IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS: LOOK FOR MORE MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND BIG NEWS AS WE APPROACH MAY SWEEPS AND THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF SALEM LIVES ON MAY 1. DON'T MISS THE MAY 1 EPISODE WHICH FEATURES A BIG SURPRISE CASTING THAT WILL SHOCK READERS!!! PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WK OF 4/16/07 -Danger and tragedy brings Abe and Celeste closer. -Lexie takes a stand and the "old" Lexie begins to emerge. -Kate is shaken by her confrontation with the MCF. -Kayla prepares to leave Salem. -Shane remembers important info and races to Lucas and Sami. -Sami making a troubling discovery. -Victor finds Bo. -Hope makes an emotional plea. -Marlena gets visitors. -Sami and Lucas confront Will. -Cal's memory is sparked. -Carrie comes up with a plan to prove if Evan is hers. -Jack, Billie, Frankie, Greta, and Victor come up with a plan to trap the MCF. -Roman gets an update on Marlena. -Caroline tries to put her family back together again. -Bo talks some sense into Kayla. -Sami goes out in search of Alan. -Cassie gets orders from the MCF. RED LETTER DAYS!!! Monday April 16: Danger and tragedy brings Abe and Celeste together. Meanwhile, Sami makes a troubling discovery and gets more disturbing news from Shane. Tuesday April 17: Victor finds Bo and Hope makes an emotional plea. Friday April 20: Cassie gets orders from the MCF as Sami goes out in search of Alan. Next Week: The Deveraux house is ransacked. Jack and Billie come to a horrifying realization. Cal and Katherine begin to have doubts about their wedding. Marlena receives a message and then plots her escape. Maggie and Julie's guilt eats away at them. Doug wakes up. Carrie accomplishes her mission. Will tries to keep the truth buried for everyone's sake. The plan to bust the MCF is put into action. Lexie and her henchmen move on...to Italy.

-At Kayla suite, Hope and Shane are visiting and showing Kayla is reading the letter Steve sent to Alice for Marie's funeral. Hope thanks Shane for staying. Shane says it was no problem as he had to bring the letter over anyway after examining it for clues. Plus, he cares about Kayla even though she is mad at him. Kayla thanks Hope for telling her so quickly about the letter and tells them both that she thinks Steve sent this not just for Alice but as a sign that he is ok. In a way, Kayla think that Steve wants her to come and find him. Hope tells Kayla not to do what she is thinking of. Kayla says she just can't stand by. She needs to go and find him. Meanwhile, at the Spectator, Jack is still stunned by what he sees. He says this now gives hims a greater reason to bring this damn cloaked person down. Billie, frankie, and Greta can't believe what they are seeing either. The camera then pans around to reveal Steve talking with the MCF during their meeting on the pier a few weeks ago. Jack can't beleive the MCF blackmailed Steve into working for him or her. Frankie tells Jack that they need to call Kayla. Jack is against it as he doesn't want the SPD to know what they are up to. Greta and Billie agree with Frankie. Steve has been missing and Kayla needs to be told. It's only right. Jack reluctantly agrees. Back at Kayla's suite, Hope and Shane are trying to discourage Kayla from going out and searching for Steve. With the MCF on the loose, it's far too dangerous and who knows if Steve's disappearance has anything to do with that. Kayal tells Shane to save his breath. He is in no position to advise her on anything after everything that happened earlier this year. Shane hangs his head in shame, wondering when she and others will forgive him for his mistakes. Kayla tells Hope and Shane that Steve would've never been able to send the letter if he were in danger. The phone rings and Kayla answers. She tells the person she will be right down. Kayla tells Hope and Shane that was Jack and that he has a lead on Steve. Kayla grabs her coat and Hope and Shane follow. -In the Dimera catacombs underneath Paris, Steve continues to follow Lexie and the team of Dimera henchmen. He is bored and finds what he is doing totally useless but realizes he has to do this for his family...to protect them and also to possibly get his life back. Abe and Celeste continue to tail Lexie from a short distance behind. Abe says he feels like they are just going around in circles. Celeste is spacing out and Abe asks if she is ok. Celeste says she feels great danger ahead and that someone they don't know about is watching. Abe wonders what she may be speaking of. Meanwhile, Lexie is leading the Dimera henchmen when Hector calls her out and says that this is stupid. They have been searching all of France for days and they have been searching these catacombs for hours. Hector insists there is nothing down there and they should move on. Lexie reminds him that with her father in a coma she is in charge and calls the shots. She remembers being down in these tunnels more then a decade ago right before they exploded with Rachel Blake fired her gun at her father. She notes that her father must have had them rebuilt. She tells Hector that she knows he is an expert on her father's property and secret lairs but she also knows there are more secret passages and rooms down there as Stefano did keep Marlena in captivity underground for months more then 10 years ago. Hector says he knows. Lexie tells Hector to just listen to her instructions and there won't be any trouble. She then says that she appreciates his opinion and knowledge but instructs him to let her make the final calls. Lexie then walks away and tells the team to keep moving as a frustrated Hector looks on. -In Carrie and Austin's room at the Salem Inn, they are laying in their bed after making love. They make a toast to their future. Carrie thanks Austin again for a beautiful afternoon. She needed it and it feels good to have something happy to think about. Austin was hoping that she would feel that way. Austin then tells Carrie that he has an idea he does want to run by her that he has been thinking about since deciding to propose. Carrie says she is listening. Austin tells Carrie he thinks they should get married as soon as possible and asks what she thinks. Carrie is stunned. -On the east side of Salem, Kate is walking around near the boat docks trying to clear her head. She remembers the MCF's words to her on the phone and hates that she has to keep what she knows a secret. She does admit that the MCF had a point. The paternity of Carrie's baby could destroy her family and could cause a great deal of tenson between Austin and Lucas, even moreso then before. It wouldn't be good for the baby either. Kate knows the MCF means business based on how he or she has been wreaking havoc in the past few months. She knows that he or she will come after her and her loved ones and destroy them, or worse. She has no choice but to keep the secret. She then begins to break in tears again over her being forced to remain silent. -On the pier, Nicole arrives for her meeting with the MCF and is looking around. She recalls him or her calling her back as she was leaving her suite and saying to meet on pier 53 and she is at pier 53. She then hears someone walk up behind her. MCF(via voice changer): Hello, Nicole. I am pleased you could make it. Nicole: Did I have a choice? So...you are the infamous cloaked figure. MCF: In the flesh. Now, let's get down to business as I don't want to be seen. Nicole: What's the deal with the voice changer thing? MCF: It hides my identity. No questions. Just listen. I already stated to you my desire to help you as I have my reasons for wanting you to hold on to Carrie's child. Nicole: Ok. Tell me something I don't know. MCF: I will help you conceal the truth, much like I did today with stopping Kate, but you must be willing to help me when the time comes in whatever endeavor I wish to use you in. Understood? Nicole: Well, I don't want to kill anybody or kidnap anyone...look, I know what you are capable of. I mean, you did shoot Roman from what I hear and I did hear you shot Stefano I guess. I know your dangerous and I just don't want to commit cold-blooded murder. The MCF grabs Nicole. MCF: You must be willing to do what is necessary!! You love that child?! Do you want to lose everything?! Nicole: No! Of course, I don't and I love Evan. I have since I first found him. And you do realize your hurting me. The MCF lets go. MCF: Sorry. Look, I am the one that intercepted the baby and made sure you and Eric found it. I can easily make sure you lose him just as... Nicole: I get it. MCF: I should also say that I know all about you and Victor. In fact, I have your little faux interlude for Maggie's benefit on tape. Now, what would Eric say to that? What would everyone who thinks you have changed say... Nicole: Fine. Right now I don't really care what Eric thinks but... MCF: You still love him and want to try to work things out. I can see it. Nicole: Yeah... MCF: Well, I just want to make sure we understand each other. Do you agree to my terms? When the time comes, you must be willing to aid me. Nicole: Yeah. Fine. Whatever I have to do. MCF: Good. Now there is one thing I want to do as I must get going. I can't always be around but I am giving you another ally to help you should you need something and I'm not available. Nicole: Who? MCF: Come on out! Nicole is stunned to see Alan appear from behind some crates. Nicole wonders what the hell is going on. The MCF reveals that Alan has been working for him or her all along and that he is available for her becking call. Alan cautions Nicole not to take advantage as he isn't a whipping boy. The MCF tells them both that he or she will be in touch and tells them to discuss matters amongst themselves. The MCF reminds Nicole of their deal before leaving as Nicole tells the MCF for the last time that she is fine with it. The MCF leaves, snickering. Nicole then looks at Alan, who is staring at her, and she asks him what he is looking at. -At The Spectator, Kayla has arrived with Hope and Shane and Jack is showing her the surveilance tape from the pier. Jack says it was from one the camera installed on some of the piers so to a growing amound of muggings. They are randowly placed along the piers. Kayla says she now understands why Steve left. The MCF threatened those he loves and also was behind his having those memory setbacks. She says it all makes sense now as the MCF was drugging Steve to stop him from remembering his whole life in hopes to use Steve for his or her own gain. Kayla says she needs to go after Steve as she now knows he is in Paris after hearing the discussion on the tape. Shane then takes Billie aside while the others are talking and asks her if they discovered anything else. Billie begs Shane not to tell the SPD, Roman, or anyone else. Hope comes over to and Billie begs her to do the same. Billie tells them both that they are getting more done the the SPD or ISA since they are running an investigation under the radar. Shane and Hope realize she has a point and Shane agrees to be silent as long as he is kept in the know about everything. Billie agrees. Hope says she will still silent too and tells Billie to let her know if she can help as she is a cop on sabbatical. Billie thanks her. Hope returns to Kayla, Frankie, Greta, and Jack as they all try to discourage Kayla from going but she insists. She says her husband needs her and they can fight the MCF together. She tells them all that they can't stop her no matter how hard they try. Meanwhile, Shane asks Billie if they found anything else out from the surveilance tapes. Billie says they now know that the MCF was the one that blew up Sami's apartment. Shane isn't surprised. Billie then says they also found out Alan is in cahoots with the MCF. Shane is shocked and wonders why Alan would be. He then remembers he left Carrie at Alan's mercy for months while covering for her. Shane is appalled that he put Carrie in that kind of danger. Billie tells him he made a mistake and people will forgive him in time. She knows the feeling. Shane then remembers something else...about the night Carrie went into labor. Shane recalls seeing Will on the pier with Alan. Shane is alarmed and tells Billie he has to go and to tell Hope and the others he will be in touch. Billie asks if he is ok but he doesn't answer as he leaves in a rush. Billie wonders what that is about. -Back in Carrie and Austin's bedroom, Carrie isn't so sure getting married so soon is a good idea or even possible. Austin says he talked to Fr. Jansen before proposing just to find out and he has some dates in mid-late May. Carrie isn't sure that gives her enough time. Austin reminds Carrie of how precious and short life is and how much time they wasted already. They should know...there has been so much pain and loss. Carrie looks down and says she knows that too well. Austin says that is why he doesn't want to wait. They can make it official and this time make it for forever. Then, whatever comes their way, they will be together and face it together. At least they can be happy and, if something happens to one of them, they can at least leave this earth knowing they made the dream come true and that they were truly happy. A crying Carrie smiles and says that she can't say no to all that. She agrees to marry him ASAP but says they need to begin planning now and talk to Fr. Jansen. Austin agrees and tells Carrie she has made him so happy. She says he has done the same for her. They then kiss and Austin promises her that this time what they have is forever. Carrie smiles and they then begin to make love. -On the pier, Nicole tells Alan she thinks he is slime but they will just have to get along. He gives her his cell number and tells her to call if she needs anything. Nicole asks him why he is involved in this and acting like some foot soldier. Alan says he doesn't have a choice. It's the only way he could get his revenge. Alan tells Nicole to call if she needs anything as he has to go before being spotted. Alan says he will see her around and leaves as Nicole wonders what kind of mess she is involved in. Meanwhile, on the east side of the piet, Kate is walking when she hears someone following her. She asks who is there and no one answers Kate: Who's there? COME OUT, DAMNIT!! MCF: Well, if it isn't the divine Ms. Roberts. Kate turns around, horrified at seeing the MCF in person. MCF: It's always much better to talk in person, isn't it. A terrified and trembling Kate holds on to the railing, trying to maintain her balance as she faces down the person who has been terrorizing and manipulating Salem for months. -Back in the catacombs below Paris, Lexie is leading her team through the tunnels. Hector is getting more and more agitated and turns around a little. He notices Abe and Celeste, who quickly jump behind a corner to hide but, not before Hector has noticed them. Hector whispers into Lexie's ear they have trouble. Lexie tells him to take care of it. Steve can see that something is up and wonders if he has been spotted. He manages to sneak around Lexie and her men unseen and finds a small supply closet full of candles and tools to hide in. Hector opens a secret room door in a wall and tells Lexie and the team to get inside. Lexie asks what he is up to. Hector says he is getting rid of the pest and tells Lexie to get in the room to protect herself before he blows up the east tunnels. Lexie is stunned that he would blow up any of the tunnels and tells him to just set a trap for whoever is following them and then lock them up or something. Hector says that won't do. Whoever those people are, they must be exterminated so they don't mention a word to anyone about anything. Hector opens a small control panel on the wall inside the secret room just as Abe and Celeste, who are hiding behind a wall, come out thinking they are in the clear. Abe and Celeste, not know Lexie and her crew are in the secret room, think they are far behind Lexie and her team and begin to walk fast to catch up. Hector puts his finger on the button, telling Lexie one push and their problem is solved. Just then, Lexie sees Abe and Celeste from the secret room. Lexie makes eye contact with both of them and then sees Hector about to push the button Lexie: You listen to me!! Don't do this!! Hector: It must be done! Hector places his finger on the button and pushes down. Lexie: NO!!! There is then a loud explosion. Steve, who is hiding in the closet, covers himself from falling debris. Abe tries to shield Celeste from falling debris. They end up separated. Abe then looks above him and sees a big piece of debris break off. He yells out to Celeste to "LOOK OUT!!". She doesn't hear so Abe lunges for her and the debris collapses on both of them. Hector then prepares to push the button again. Lexie: What are you doing? Hector: Time to finish them off...with the big bang. Just one more push... Lexie: NO!!! Hector pushes the buttom and the screen fades to black as the sound of a huge explosion can be heard. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... Kayla to Frankie (and Hope): You two can't stop me. I am going after Steve. I am going to find my husband. Jack to Billie (with Greta): I think it's time we pay a visit...to Marlena. Kate to MCF: Why are you doing this? Shane to Sami: There is something you should know. Lexie to Hector: If my husband and mother are dead, I will make sure that you suffer as much pain as they did! Steve (looking at the destroyed tunnels): Man...now what?

The MCF is not revealed for awhile yet. However, we are almost at the point now where suspects will begin to be eliminated and things will begin to unravel. You will see what I mean as we approach May. Slowly, all the beloved characters have been drawn into the MCF's web and now that they are we will begin to get to the part of the story that focuses exclusively on his or her plan and identity. Things will definitely be amped up that's for sure. There is also some more romance coming too.

-At The Spectator, Jack is with Billie and Greta in the media room. Frankie enters the room with some lunch. Greta thinks it may be time to take a break and get some sleep. Afterall, they have been looking through the surveillance tapes since late last night. Jack says they can take a break but he has no plans to. He wants to break the MCF case open once and for all. Billie tells Jack they have already looked through so many tapes and nothing. Jack then spots something and tells them all to look. Billie, Greta, and Frankie are stunned. Billie thinks this may be their break. We then see they are looking at surveilance camera footage from the convenience store camera across from Sami and Lucas's apartment building. Jack says he requested footage of the night Sami's apartment exploded because he felt it may have something to do with the MCF as he or she appeared publicly shortly thereafter and it seems he was right. Billie is stunned to see the MCF outside the building. Jack rewinds the tape and all four can see the MCF enter and then leave the building right before the bomb in Sami's apartment went off. Jack fast forwards again and Billie tells him to stop. They now see Alan walking up to the MCF and talking with him or her. They then see Alan leave with the MCF. Billie says she knew Alan was a creep and had a feeling he may not have really changed but to be involved with the MCF is a shock. Frankie says that they at least know who really blew up Sami's apartment now. Greta says that it appears the MCF rigged it to blow and that Alan was with Sami to provide himself with an alibi and to make himself look good. Jack takes the tape out and says he will make a copy so they can send the original back. He tells Billie, Greta, and Frankie they need to look at more tapes. This may be the beginning of them unraveling this mystery. -Lexie is leading a team of Dimera henchmen through the Dimera catacombs underneath the streets of Paris. One of the henchmen, Hector, tells Lexie they should turn back as they have been searching Paris and it's surrounding areas for days. Now they are searching these tunnels and have nothing. Lexie says they can't give up yet. They must search every inch of her father's secret lairs and properties for any sign of Tony. It's the only way to learn whether or not the MCF may have him or not. Lexie tells the team to continue the trek through the catacombs as a frustrated Hector follows, reluctantly. Meanwhile, Celeste and Abe are following a short distance behind. Abe is beginning to think this is a wild goose chase but Celeste tells Abe she has vibe that something is going to happen and that this is leading to something big. Abe says he never use to trust her feelings but he has learned to based on her track record. They see Lexie and her team leaving and continue to follow. Steve is also following Lexie and her team and has noticed Abe and Celeste following too. He wonders what they are up to. Steve's cell phone, which is on vibrate to avoid detection, then rings. He answers it: Steve: Yeah. MCF (via voice changer): Steven! How is the expedition going? Steve: Look, this is going nowhere. How's about I come home to good, old Salem USA? MCF: In due time, Steven. I understand that nothing may be happening but you must continue to follow Lexie and her group. I need to be updated of their movements so just keep doing what you are doing. You do remember our deal and you do understand what will happen if you choose to disobey me? Steve: Yeah...I get it. Don't worry. I hate what I am doing but I know what you are capable of and I need to protect my family. I may not remember them but... MCF: Now that is the Steven I know. Oh, and I heard about your little letter to Alice Horton. I thought I told you to not make contact... Steve: You just know everything, huh? Look, that woman lost her daughter and she is just a classy, wonderful person. I couldn't be there to support her and her family and, even though I don't remember her, it felt right to send a note to express my condolence. Not to mention the fact that I wanted to let Kayla know I was ok so she could spread the word. I know that someone will probably tell her about the letter but it can't be traced and I didn't put any clues to where I am in it or anything. MCF: Your lucky you didn't or I wouldn't be so calm right now. Just make sure it doesn't happen again, Steven. I am always forgiving on the first offense but any further offenses will result in dire consequences for you and those you care about. Understand? Steve: Yeah. Understand. MCF: Good. Now keep me up to date on what is going on and let me know if you should need any more resources available. Steve: Yeah. MCF: Good day, Steve. And good luck. Steve hangs up and tells himself it was a good idea not to tell the MCF about Abe and Celeste being there. He wouldn't want to drag them into this web he is in somehow. -In their room at the Salem Inn, Carrie asks Austin what he wants to ask her. With romantic playing in the background, Austin turns the lights off and lights some candles. He tells Carrie he just wants this to be perfect and he wants to make things work this time. He wants to do this right and hopes that this time this will last forever. Carrie is confused. Austin then gets down on one knee as Carrie looks on, stunned. Austin: Carrie Brady...we've been down this road before. There have been other relationships, lies, manipulations...but we've made it through it all. I think it's made us stronger. There have been mistakes made by me, by you...we've been through alot but we made it. It's been one helluva right and I want it to continue...I want to go through life with you continuing to be by my side. You are facing one of the hardest things life can throw at you. I know how much pain you are in and I want to be there for you. I want to give you something to hold on to. I want to help you live again, Carrie. I want to spend the rest of my life making you happy so I can see that gorgeous smile of yours. Carrie smiles as tears stream down her face. Austin: I wavered alot on whether I should do this because of everything but...I realized you need this. We both do. We need to live again and enjoy life again. It's time to move on, together. I have a feeling you know where this is going. Carrie: I think I may... Austin: Ok...then here it goes. Carrie Brady...your the only woman I will ever love totally and completely. Your the only woman I want to spend the rest of my life with. So...make me the happiest man in the world...and be my wife. Carrie...will you marry me? Carrie is silent and then begins to cover her eyes and cry. Austin asks if she is ok. Carrie: Yeah...I'm fine. It's just...it's been so hard lately and it's been so long since I have felt...happy. Joyous. It almost feels wrong to feel like that with everything. I love you so much. I always have...all these years. I know you are the one...I have always known. Austin: So... Carrie: This time it has to work...I don't think I could take it if it didn't. It's been so hard these past few months... Austin: It will work. I promise you. I am going to fight with everything I have to make sure this time it's forever. Carrie: Well...how can I argue with that? (laughing) I will fight just as hard too. Austin: Does that mean... Carrie: Yes, Austin. Yes, I will marry you! Again! (laughs) An overjoyed Austin picks her up in his arms. He then puts the ring on her finger and they kiss passionately. -At Nicole's suite, Kate tells Nicole it's all over. She knows everything. A shocked Nicole tries to deny all of Kate's claims but Kate tells Nicole she has Evan's medical records and she knows his DNA matches with Carrie's. Plus, she has everything Nicole just said on tape. Everything between her and Victor and something about some person that called her and claims to be the person who arranged for her and Eric to find Evan that night. Nicole tells Kate she has no idea what that's about but Kate says that doesn't matter. Nicole is going to go down and it's only a matter of time before whoever that person she is talking about is goes down too. Nicole looks at the tape recorder and Kate's hand and lunges for it. Both women fall to the ground and scramble for the recorder. A catfight ensues as both women roll over and scratch and claw on the floor. Kate manages to get the recorder and then slaps Nicole, sending her to the floor. Kate: It's all over for you, you bitch!!! Kate heads for the door as her cell rings. She opens the door to leave and answers her phone as well. Kate: Hello? MCF (via voice changer): Hello, Kate. Nice to speak with you again. Kate:You! Your the person who told me to go to Ballistix at Salem Place to see Carrie with Evan. You are the one that led me to the truth about Carrie and her baby. MCF: That's right. And I see you know all now. Kate: How do you... MCF: I know all, Ms. Roberts. Now, am I to assume you are going to the proper people with this info you just acquired? Kate: Well, you said you knew all so what do you think? MCF: Haha. Well, Kate my dear, don't!! Don't go to anyone. Keep it to yourself and tell no one about what you found out. Kate: What? Why? MCF: Well, think about it. Why did Carrie give up Evan in the first place? Didn't she feel that it would tear Lucas and Austin apart due to the paternity issue? That it would tear your family apart as Billie and Philip and you would have to take sides. She was afraid of what it would do to the baby, wasn't she? Think about it, Kate. Do you want to see your sons hate each other? Do you want that child to grow up in a tension-filled environment? Your family will be destroyed. Kate: We will deal with it. It's wrong to keep the child from his... MCF: Let me make this clearer, Ms. Roberts, since it's clear that you still have your heart set on revealing the truth. If you tell anyone about what you learned today, I will make sure your family is destroyed...or worse. I have that power, my dear. Kate: Oh my God...I wondered before but your that cloaked figure. MCF: Yes...and you would be wise to heed my words. They aren't threats. They are promises. Now that you realize I am the infamous cloaked figure...you should know what I am capable of based on the word going around Salem. Kate: What do I do? MCF: Simple. Do what is best for everyone. Keep the truth to yourself. You have plenty of experience in lying and withholding secrets. It should be no problem. Kate: I don't understand. You led me to discovering all this. Why did you want me to even find out? MCF: I have my reasons. Just keep your mouth shut. Understood? Kate (visibly shaken): Ye...yes. Yes. MCF: Good girl. I will be watching...and in touch. The MCF hangs up. Kate turns to see Nicole watching her. Kate tells Nicole she has nothing to worry about. Her secret is safe...for now. Nicole asks why. Kate says she realizes what the truth would do to Lucas and Austin given the paternity issue. She can't risk it. She tells Nicole she will hold on to the evidence she has but won't use it. Kate then tells Nicole she's lucky. Nicole smiles as Kate leaves. Nicole notices how shaken Kate was after the phone call and how scared she acted on the phone and wonders what is going on and who she talked to that changed her mind. -Back at The Spectator, Jack is now reviewing security footage of the New Year's Eve party. Billie asks how they were able to get access to that since the SPD still has that in evidence due to the shootout and Roman's shooting. Jack says it's from another camera the SPD never requested. Billie sees that it's tells them nothing they didn't know...that the MCF is the one that shot Roman. Jack takes the tape out and puts another in. Billie recaps that they know the MCF blew up Sami's apartment, shot Roman, and that he or she is in league with Alan and Marlena. Jack reminds her of James too. Billie notes that correction and says they know of the meeting JJ and Angel saw with James, Marlena, and the MCF in the park. Jack sighs, saying it's too bad there is no cameras there. Billie hopes they can find out more soon since they really have nothing so far except confirmation that the MCF blew up Sami's place. Greta returns and says she informed Victor of what they learned. She says he wasn't surprised as he and the SPD always had a feeling it was the MCF that blew up Sami's place, especially after Roman was shot. Greta tells them they must call Victor when they hear more and adds that Victor is sending out some men to search for Alan as he may lead to the MCF. Frankie thinks that is good thinking. Billie is watching another tape and notices something. She stops the tape and she, Jack, Frankie, and Greta are stunned. Jack can't beleive what he is seeing. Jack: No...not this person. It can't be. Not him. -Back at the Salem Inn, Carrie and Austin are enjoying their dinner. Carrie thanks Austin for giving her something to look forward to and be happy about again. He smiles and then asks if she wants to dance. As they dance, the passion builds and they begin to kiss. They pull away and Austin asks Carrie if she is sure she is ready with everything that has happened. Carrie smiles and says she is...she needs him. Now more then ever. They kiss again as Austin picks her up in his arms and carries her into the bedroom. -Kate is driving her car and remembers the MCF's words. She begins to shake and pulls over. She then breaks down in tears at the thought of concealing the truth from Austin, Carrie, and Lucas. Meanwhile, Nicole is in her suite holding Evan when her cell rings. She answers it. MCF (via voice changer): Hello Nicole. I hope you appreciated the help. Nicole: I had a feeling that may have been you that called Kate since you predicted an impending threat. MCF: Of course. I said I was an ally. I hope you know that now. I hope you see that you can trust me. Nicole: I'm still not too sure about that. MCF: Maybe you will be after we meet. I need to see you...at the piet. ASAP. Nicole: I'm not su... MCF: If you don't show, you can forget about my help and I will make sure you lose little Evan just as fast as you got him. That and I will see to it your life is completely destroyed. Clear? Nicole: Crystal...I will be there. I just need to take Evan down to the Salem Inn's daycare. MCF: Good. I look forward to our meeting. See you soon. The MCF hangs up as a worried Nicole holds Evan tightly and says: Nicole: I am doing this for you, Evan. All for you. The screen then fades out on Nicole's worried face. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... Kayla to Hope (and Shane): I can't just stand by. I need to go and find him. Jack to Billie (with Frankie and Greta): Now I have greater reason to bring this damn cloaked person down. Lexie to Hector: You listen to me!! Don't do this!! Celeste to Abe: I feel great danger ahead and...(as Steve lurks) I feel as though someone we don't know about is watching. Austin to Carrie: I think we should get married as soon as possible. What do you think? Kate: Who's there? COME OUT, DAMNIT!! MCF to Nicole: I want you mee your other ally Nicole: What the hell?

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The MCF returns to his or her hideaway in the abandoned warehouse office after stopping Alan and James from carrying out their plans for Jack and Billie. James and Alan follow the MCF into the office. MCF (via voice changer): So, do we understand each other? Everything goes through me. You wait for my orders. James: Yes. Like I said, I just thought you would be ok with it given Jack and Billie tried to interrogate me undercover. I mean, they have been major thorns all along and I just thought that were becoming even more of a problem. I wanted to take care of it. MCF: Well, next time ask. I know everything Jack and Billie did. I know they went undercover and tried to get answers from you. I know everything that everyone does around here. How do you think I found out what you two were up to tonight? Alan: How do you know all this? It's like your always one step ahead. MCF: Nevermind how I know. I must be one step ahead or none of my plans will come to fruition. James: Well, I will heed your words. Next time I will run it by you. I just wanted to make them... MCF: Pay? I know. I know you blame them and so many others for what happened to your family. Jack and Billie were pivotal in what happened to them. I understand that but, as I have told you, you will get the revenge you seek in due time. Patience, my friend. James: I just...my family's death must be avenged. If not for Jack and Billie...if not for the way Roman Brady and the SPD...they all just closed in on Marlena and they forced her to kill my wife and children. I just want justive. An eye for an eye. I lost so much time with my family and now I will never have them back. MCF: You will have your justice and your payback. The day is near...for all of us to get what we want. Now...you two must go. It seems we have an understanding so obey my wishes and, remember, I am always watching. Alan leaves and, as James walks out, he turns to the MCF and says: James: You know...I think I know how you know all. You have some sort of surveilance system don't you? What...do you have like half of Salem wired or under surveilance? MCF: Perhaps. James: Not going to tell me, eh? Well, none of my concern. I know it has to be something like that. MCF: Just using my training and the skills I have developed overtime, my friend. You would be wise to do the same in the operations I ask you to carry out in the future. I certainly know what you are capable of. I witnessed you in action enough times. James: Yeah...well, it's been awhile. Anyway, see you around. MCF: I will be in touch. James leaves. The MCF then opens up his or her surveilance center and begins to monitor some of the happenings in Salem. The MCF then gets up and opens the closet door in the office to reveal his or her picture collage. He or she examines it and caresses two pictures on the wall. The pictures are of....KATE AND NICOLE!!! MCF: I beleive it's time for me to get to work on you two. We have much business to tend to...and so little time. The screen fades out on the pictures of Kate and Nicole and then fades into... VENDETTA PLAYERS: REMEMBER TO KEEP COMMENTING!!! THERE HAS BEEN HARDLY ANY COMMENTS AT ALL THIS WEEK SO I HOPE EVERYONE IS FOLLOWING OK!! PLEASE LET ME KNOW VIA PM OR COMMENT IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS OR FEEL THE GAME IS TOO MUCH FOR YOU. IT JUST SEEMS LIKE NO ONE HAS BEEN AROUND OR READING SINCE LAST FRIDAY SO I WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE ALL OK . REMEMBER THAT TRIVIA RETURNS SATURDAY IN THE SL INSIDER AND IT WILL FOCUS ON THE LAST TWO WEEKS OF EPISODES!!

-At their cabin, Cal and Katherine are in bed together. Katherine still can't beleive they are engaged and tells Cal she has never felt so alive in her life. Cal says he couldn't agree more. They kiss and lovingly smile at each other. Katherine then begins to talk about how there is so much to do to plan a wedding and says she is concerned about it taking away from his therapy and so on. Cal says he has an idea that may make everything easier. Katherine asks him what it is. Cal asks Katherine how she would feel about getting married...TOMARROW!!! Katherine is stunned. -Kate is with Austin in his and Carrie room at the Salem Inn. They are discussing whether or not he should propose to Carrie. Kate reminds him of what she said to him a few days ago. Carrie could use something positive to hang on to in her life right now. She encourages Austin to just go ahead and do it. Carrie and him are meant to be. Austin says he was all set to propose but, with Marie's funeral and Carrie being so out of it and depressed, he just wasn't sure. Kate tells him to propose. It's the right thing to do and the worst she can do is say no, which is doubtful with how much she loves him. He smiles. Kate then gets a call. She answers it and then tells Austin to excuse her as she needs to take this. Kate goes outside the room. Kate: Ok. What do you got? Man (dressed in lab coat): Ok. I am at the hospital near Green Mountain where Eric and Nicole brought the baby. Kate:Ok. Good. It's good to know you private investigators can do that much right in such a short period of time. I know my daughter can but I wasn't sure about the rest of you. From what I heard, people of your ilk are always tedious with results. Man: Not me, Ms. Roberts. Kate: Good. It's reassuring to know you are doing what I paid you to do. So, did you sneak into the lab undetected? Man: Yes. I have the baby's medical records from the night Eric and Nicole admitted him. Everything is here. Blood type and everything. Kate: Ok. I need you to somehow make a copy of that to bring to me and I also need you to send me some of the DNA information on my cell. Send it in a text so I can crosscheck the DNA with Carrie's. Man: Ok. Will do. Kate: Just hurry and get out of there so you aren't seen. Make the copy and send the info to my cell. By time I get to University Hospital, I am hoping to have the info on my phone. Man: I will make sure it is. Kate: Great. Thanks. Kate hangs up and goes back into the room to tell Austin she must go. She embraces him and wishes him luck with Carrie. Austin thanks her as she leaves. Carrie enters the room. Austin asks how her hot bath was. Carrie says it was good. She feels more relaxed and better. Austin is pleased. He then asks Carrie if she would go look for his blue silk shirt. He needs it for work and he can't seem to find it. He knows she was messing with stuff in the bedroom before the funeral so he was hoping she could find it. Carrie doesn't remember moving anything but says she will go look for him. Carrie leaves. Austin then makes a phone call to room service, asking for a romantic lunch for two. -At the Hudson Street Diner, Sami is with Lucas and Eric eating lunch. Sami says she was happy Eric could join them. Eric says he had nothing else to do with Nicole and him split up and her having not called him yet. Lucas tells Eric he would be better off cutting his losses. Sami tells Eric she knows he loves her but she agrees with Lucas. Sami reminds Eric of what he told her and Lucas and says it sounds like it's pretty clear Nicole is up to something. Eric then tells both of them that if Nicole is up to something, he will find out what it is. That is a promise. -Nicole is with baby Evan at Salem Place. She sits down on a bench and then gets a phone call. She answers "Hello" repeatedly with no response. She can hear breathing and begs the person to just answer her. She isn't in the mood. Voice: Aww...poor Nikki. Too bad I don't care what mood you are in. Nicole: Who is this? The person is revealed to be....THE MCF!!! The MCF, via his or her voice changer, tells Nicole: MCF: Nevermind. Let's just say...I am someone who cares...about me, that is. Nonetheless, what happens to you and your newly adopted child is of great interest to me. Nicole: Why? Who are you? MCF: I'm an ally. I know everything, Nicole. I know you went to Victor. I know you helped him by pretending to sleep with him to push Maggie away. I know Victor pulled strings to get you that baby and your job at Titan. I actually know far more then you do. Nicole: I don't... MCF: There is something you must know. I called to warn you of an impending threat to your happiness. Nicole: Why do you care? I don't understa... MCF: Just listen. Carrie Brady's claims the other day were true. Baby Evan is her child. Nicole: WHAT?! How do you know this? MCF: Because I am the one that made sure you ended up with the baby. I intercepted the child after she gave him up and I was the one who left it for you and Eric to find. Trust me... Nicole: Why should I? I don't even know you. In fact, you sound like that cloaked person the police are after. MCF: Look, I am trying to help you. Someone is very close to finding out everything and you need to be ready. You need to know you have an ally in me and the rest of those involved in my operation. Nicole: Operation? What the... MCF: All I need to know is if you are willing to do what is necessary, just like the Nicole of old. Are you willing to do whatever it takes to hold on to your child? Nicole: I knew Carrie was on to something. It was all too much of a coincidence. Damn it. Yeah...I am not going to lose Evan...I am not going to lose anything. I will do whatever it takes. MCF: Good. I will be in touch soon. Don't be alarmed if you have recieve a special visitor at some point. As I said, someone is unraveling the secret behind baby Evan as we speak. Nicole: Who? MCF: We'll talk soon. Just maintain your cool and await my call. The MCF then hangs up as a confused Nicole wonders if that truly was the MCF and why whoever it was has an interest in her and Evan. She then wonders if the person on the phone was truly telling the truth about Evan being Carrie's. She decides she can't take a chance and that she needs to be vigilant. Nicole holds Evan and promises never to let him go. -At Uniersity Hospital, Kate appears outside the hospital records room dressed like a nurse. She hopes no one catches her. She uses the master keys she obtained to open the door. She sits down at the computer and begins to look for Carrie's files. She manages to pull them up and cross checks them with the info she recieved on baby Evan and she is stunned by what she sees. Kate: Oh my God...I don't beleive this. It's true...Evan is Carrie's son. -Back at the cabin, Katherine is stunned by Cal's idea. She asks Cal why he feels the need to rush. Cal explains to Katherine there is no reason to wait. They can married quick and start their new life. Life is too short and this way they don't prolong his therapy. Besides, he wants to have a private ceremony and he thinks getting married where they are is important. It's where they fell in love and it's almost like the place they will always remember as the place where they started with a clean slate. It's the place where their new lives began. Katherine says she can she he is passionate about this and admits she actually thinks getting married in the mountains near the cabin would be romantic. Cal adds that as much as he loves the people he cares about in Salem, he thinks it's best to do this away from all of them. Afterall, it is a new life. Cal asks Katherine what she thinks. Katherine, after some hesitation, agrees. She says it sounds romantic. Cal assures her she isn't making a mistake and says that this all feels right. Katherine agrees. They both embrace and begin to kiss, leading to them beginning to make love yet again. -Back at the diner, Sami asks Eric how he plans to find out what Nicole is up to. Eric says he knows that Nicole will talk to him eventually. He knows that she loves him and that one of her dreams is them being a family with Evan. Eric tells Sami and Lucas that, eventually, he will get the truth out of Nicole. Once him and her begin talking again, it's bound to happen. It will just be hard to hold it together all the time around him. He already knows so much of this ties into what her and Victor were up to. Sami begs him not to set himself up to get hurt. Lucas agrees and tells Eric not to stay in his marriage just to find out what Nicole is up to. Eric says he won't. He still wants to make things work with Nicole. He loves her. He also wants to find out what is going on with her and he intends to give it his best shot to make that happen. Lucas asks Sami if she should be going to Salem High yet. Sami says she has a few hours as her meeting with Will's principal isn't for a few more hours. Eric tells her that he hopes she find something out. He knows how worried Lucas and her have been. Lucas tells Eric worried isn't the word for it. Sami agrees it's been hard but says she hopes that speaking with the principal and teachers may help. They may be able to ask some students some questions or something. Either way, something has to be done. Sami admits to both of them she knows something is wrong with Will and that he needs help but, for some reason, he isn't telling anyone or letting anyone help him. Sami promises both of them that her family has been through too much lately and she isn't about to let her son's life fall apart either. Lucas says he feels the same and Eric agrees. Sami then thinks about Carrie and tells Lucas and Eric that she hopes she is doing better and that Austin has found a way to help her begin to move on from her baby's "death." Meanwhile, Carrie tells Austin she found his shirt and that it was actually right in the top drawer. Austin says he must've missed it. Carrie asks him what is going on as he is acting strange, like he wanted her out of the room so he told that shirt lie. Austin smiles and says he is surprised she didn't see right through it sooner. Carrie says she isn't on her game with everything going on. She asks what Austin is up to. There is then a knock at the door. Austin opens it and room service brings in a romantic lunch for two complete with champaigne. Carrie asks Austin what is going on. Austin turns on some romantic music and tells Carrie he has a very special surprise afternoon planned for her but, first, there is something very important he needs to ask her. Carrie looks at Austin, puzzled at where all this is going -Kate is back at the Salem Inn and is now with a hotel maid, who she seems to know. The maid tells Kate that they miss her at the Salem Inn. Kate says misses the service at the Salem Inn too but she just felt the offer to move into a suite was too good to pass up. The maid understands and tells Kate that they are at the room. Kate thanks her again for doing this favor. She knew her friend was staying at the Salem Inn but forgot the room number and she can't seem to find the paper she wrote the room info on. She just wants to setup a surprise for her in celebration of her new baby and says she has arranged for some people to come in to do some decorations and so forth. The maid says it's fine as she has known Kate from her time living at the Salem Inn. She knows she is trustworthy. Kate slyly smiles as the maid opens the door and lets her in. Kate thanks her again and assures the maid that no one will know about this and gives her a wad of cash for her trouble. The maid thanks her. Kate closes the door and begins to search the room. She then hears someone outside the room and realizes she must hide. Just then, Nicole comes in as Kate hides in a closet. Nicole puts everything down and sits down on the couch with Evan. Nicole: I am not going to lose you, Evan. I have come too far. I helped Victor break things off with Maggie by pretending to be in bed with him just so he would give me that job and help me adopt you. I do what I have to do and I will again if I have to. If what this person who called me said is true and you are Carrie's baby, then I will do whatever it takes to make sure she never takes you from me. She wanted to give you up and, if what this person said is true, it's not my fault that he or she intercepted you and made sure Eric and I found you. If what I was told is true, you and I are victims in this, sweetie. I won't let anyone take you. Don't you worry. Kate then bursts out of the closet, tape recorder in hand. Kate: HA!!! Nicole jumps in fright and then turns around, stunned to see Kate. Kate: I am glad I brought this tape recorder. I had a feeling it may come in handy. Nicole: Kate... Kate: Yes, Nicole. It's me and I know everything. I know the baby is Carrie's. I know what you did for Victor and what he did for you. I know everything and I have all the proof I need. DNA, medical records, everything you just said while I was in the closet....I got ya, honey. I know everything and you are going down....YOU EVIL, CONNIVING BITCH!!! A worried and frightened Nicole holds Evan tightly close to her as a victorious and confident Kate smiles in delight as the screen fades out. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... Abe to Celeste: I am beginning to wonder if this is nothing but a wild goose chase. Lexie: I am not giving up. Not yet. Steve to MCF: This is going nowhere, man. How's about I come home to good, old Salem USA? Austin to a crying Carrie: Make me the happiest man in the world...and be my wife. Kate to Nicole: It's all over for you. Billie to Jack (with Greta and Frankie): Oh my...look at this. I think we have a break.

-In the woods, Katherine is still stunned by what she sees in front of her. We then see a that a small clearing in the woods has been decorated with twinkling lights. A table is set up for dinner with champaigne and romantic music is playing. Katherine asks Cal if this is what he was up to. Cal says he was and that he got one of the locals to help him. Cal tells Katherine it's time to show her how much he loves her. -Lucas and Sami are laying in bed, discussing Marie's funeral and how beautiful the service was. Lucas thanks Sami again for being by his side. Sami says she would be nowhere else. She loves him and Will needed her too. Besides, the Horton's have always been good to her and her family. They then begin discussing all the pain and suffering that has been inflicted on Salem in the past year. Sami wonders how much more they can all take. Her mother is in a psych ward, Carrie is falling apart, and Will is having problems that he won't tell them about. Lucas agrees with Sami and says he is glad she brought up Will because it reminds him of something he wants to talk to her about. He feels it's time to take action to find out what is going on with Will. It's just been too long to continue to leave him be. Sami agrees and says she thinks she may have an idea on how to get answers. -On the pier, Will is walking around and seems to be looking for someone. He mentions how hard it was to sneak out with his parents home and so mnay neighbors watching but, luckily, Mr. Jabs fell asleep early. Bo appears and Will says he is happy to see him. Bo apologizes for not being around much. He just wants to keep a low profile and apologizes to Will for not taking his calls. It's just been rough. Will understands and is just happy he is here now. He needs to talk to someone and admits he can't seem to move on or get those images out of his head. He has gone to web sites and asked advice and nothing. Will asks Bo how they are both ever going to move on from what happened to them. Bo says he isn't sure they ever will. -At the Spectator, Frankie and Greta are calling around looking Jack and Billie. Greta says she called Abby and she said that they both stopped by hours ago but that she hasn't heard from them since. Frankie asks Billie if she told Abby they are missing. Greta says she didn't want to worry her so she simply said that Jack and Billie must be running late or something. Greta is getting frustrated and thinks they should do something. Afterall, they could be dying somewhere for all they know. Frankie agrees but says they can't leave the surveillance tapes unguarded. Greta calls for the building security guard to watch the tapes and the offices. Frankie and Greta then take off to find Jack and Billie. Meanwhile, Jack and Billie continue to struggle to escape their ropes in the dark warehouse they are in. Billie asks Jack if he thinks whoever did this is going to kill them. Jack admits that if the MCF is behind this, like they think he or she is, they are likely goners if they don't get out of there. Outside, James reveals to Alan that they will cover the warehouse in kerosene. He tells Alan the warehouse is filled with flammable materials so it will go up fast. The police will just think it was some kid playing around with a match or something, just like the stories you hear all the time. Alan doesn't like this idea but James says: James: The way to get rid of pests is by extermination. Burning to ashes...now that sounds like a full proof way, doesn't it? Alan is silent as a frustrated James says he will just do it without him. Just as James is about to go in the warehouse, the MCF appears and knocks the kerosene can out of his hands. MCF (via voice changer): Your not doing anything, Jimmy boy. -Lucas asks Sami what her idea is. Sami says she can make an appointment with Will's principal and also asks his teachers if they have noticed anything wrong or strange concerning him. The teachers can even ask Will's friends and classmates. Lucas thinks it's worth a shot but is worried about Will. He could get made fun of since it is high school and kids can be rough. Sami says she will just have to keep it quiet. She is sure it will be fine. They have to do something. Lucas asks sami if she wants him to go too but Sami thinks it's best only one of them go since them both going makes it more likely for Will to find out. Besides, he always handles Will's school stuff so she is less likely to be recognized. Lucas agrees and says that not only is she beautiful but she is also smart. He is glad she is using her conniving and clever ways for good and not evil. They both laugh and sami says that her evil days are gone. She has it too good now. They both smile and begin to make love. -On the pier, Will is horrified by Bo's words and he disagrees with them. He thinks there is still hope. Bo doesn't think there is any for him. His brother and sister kept the truth for so long and he only just remembered now. It's going to take a long time to deal with it all. Bo tells Will that maybe he can still find a way to move on but he would have to tell his parents everything and turn Alan in. Will reminds Bo of what Alan said would happen if he did that. Bo says he can get protection. Will doesn't think it would help. Alan would find a way. Besides, Alan has been MIA alot anyway. Bo wishes he could get his hands on the man that hurt him but he can't. He tells Will he still can but that he also understands. Will would have to publicly admit what happened and that is hard to deal with. Bo admits he may never be able to do that. Will asks Bo if that is why he hasn't went to the police and told them about what Alan did to him. Bo says he promised Will he wouldn't and that he understands how humiating it would be to Will. Bo thinks it's ok as long as Alan lies low but, if Alan pulls something else, Will may not have a choice. Will agrees and then asks Bo if he is ever going to come out of hiding. Bo isn't sure. He misses his family and hates that he missed Marie's funeral. Hope and the family needed him but he just doesn't feel he is capable of living up to his responsibilities anymore. He feels like he has lost a part of what makes him a man. He just doesn't feel like he can do them all any good anymore. Will tells Bo he is doing him good and he is thankful to have him to talk to. Bo smiles and says he is glad to have him too. They both hope that things get better for one another and Bo tells Will that he is there for him. All he has to do is call. Will thanks him and they shake hands and then share an embrace. -The MCF chastises both Alan and James for their actions. MCF(via voice changer): What the hell were you two thinking? I told you never to do anything without my permission. James: I thought you wanted them eliminated. I was just... MCF: No, I don't. You would know that if you came to me first before going off on your own. I need them around for a purpose. Don't you think if I wanted them dead they would be by now if there wasn't some reason to have them around? They have been on our tail the past few months but I still need them around. This is the final warning. Don't ever do this again. I know you want to avenge your family's death, James. It will be. In due time. Patience...the day of reckoning is at hand. James: I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I just want them to pay...all of them. Alan: Me too. MCF: Fine. Drop it. I need you two with me so act accordingly. I appreciate your dilligence and willingness to do what it takes but this wasn't necessary. Ok? Alan: Yes. James: I apologize. I was simply trying to further our plans quicker since they have been moving at a snail's pace. MCF: I am aware but, trust me, we are moving forward quite rapidly now. The balls are beginning to roll. Our day is coming...very soon. Now, we must let them go. Alan: How? They will see us. MCF: Oh, come on Alan. Think! James...cut the power to the building. Its dimly lit now but with no lights we can act in darkness. Alan: But how are you going to see? The MCF then takes out some nightvision goggles and slips them underneath his or her cloak. Alan: Ok...question answered. Jack and Billie are struggling insider to get out of the ropes when what little lights the warehouse has go off. They are now in complete darkness. Just then, they both feel someone touching them and fooling with the ropes. They notice they are untied and try to grab at those that are touching them but they are pushed to the ground. They then get up and find their way through the darkness to the door. They then exit through the door. Outside, they both wonder who untied them and why. They also wonder why it was so easy to escape. Billie wonders if this was just a warning. Jack says it seems almost like whoever did this changed their mind. Nearby, the MCF tells Alan good work and then tells Alan and James to come with him or her. They have matters to discuss. They both follow the MCF into a dark alley. -Back at The Spectator, Frankie and Greta return after searching half of Salem. They both relieve the security guard from guarding the tapes. Greta thinks they should call the police. Frankie agrees. Just then, Jack and Billie enter. Greta and Frankie embrace them both and ask what happened. Jack and Billie fill them in. Greta agrees that is weird and she wonders why whoever kidnapped them would just release them. Jack says he doesn't know but he is ready to just get back to business. Billie tells Jack that is kind of hard. Jack sees the tapes and asks if those are it. Greta nods. Jack goes over to them and tells Frankie, Greta, and Billie that those tapes may have the break they need. No matter what happened to him and Billie tonight, these tapes can make it seem like nothing if they lead to breaking this case open. Frankie wonders what they are all waiting for...it's time to search those tapes. Jack, Billie, Frankie, and Greta take the tapes to the media room and begin to separate them. -Back in the woods, Cal takes Katherine over near the table and says there is something he needs to say: Cal: When I met you, I was lost. I had just learned everything I knew...and remembered in my life was a lie. I was no longer Roman Brady and all the people I loved and cared about were nothing to me. I meet you and you help me realize that bloodlines don't matter. Those people I grew to love and care for as Roman will always be in my life and will always be special to me. You also taught me recently not to fear the unknown. You took a chance on me and I have met you with great resistance, especially recently. I know I have been a pain but I see what you were saying now. I want to look into my past. I want to remember. I want to get my life back and also make the present work too. I realize now that I can't fear the past and that I can't just forget it and move on. I need it...I need it to feel complete. You showed me that with that tough love of yours. So, to prove my love to you and to prove that I am serious about making us work and making my life work, I am willing to go back into therapy. I want to keep trying and, this time, be successful. It's the only way for me to have a full life. It's the only way for us to truly work. I realize that now. Katherine: I am so happy to hear you say that, Cal. We will start with the therapy again right away. Cal: Great...but I'm not finished yet. You see, I know you wonder if what I feel for you is real. Genuine. I know you have doubts...that I am using you to put the past behind me and as some sort of escape or distraction. Now, none of that is the case and I hope that me making a committment to therapy will help convince you of that. I also hope that what I am about to ask convinces you too. Katherine: Ask? Cal then gets down on one knee and opens a ring box to reveal a beautiful diamond ring. Katherine begins to cry tears of joy as Cal's eyes well up with tears. Cal: Not only do I want to find my past with you but...I want to find my present and future too. I want to journey through it all with you. Life is too short and we have both wasted so much time. I just want to be happy and live. I know this is fast but...I love you, Katherine. With everything that is me, I love you. I have loved you since the first moment I laid eyes on you at University Hospital. I want to spend my life making you as happy as you make me everytime I am with you. What do you say? Katherine: I...I...I have never felt love before. You know that. I never thought those sort of feelings existed. I have had patients in love and express those feelings to me but I never bought into them personally. I guess it's because I never felt them. I dated and I just never felt that...what one of my patients called it...that unbeleivable rush you feel everytime you look in someone's eyes. The connection you feel to them, like you have known them your whole life...like you have waited your whole life to find them. You never want to let them go or to be without them. I feel that now. I guess I have felt that since we met but it was so foreign at first. It wasn't until...this moment. This moment is where I began to understand what I feel for you. It's love. It does exist. You opened my eyes to that, Cal. I feel it now. I know I do now. I love you...so much. Cal: I love you too...and that is why I want to do this. It sudden and fast and...I just don't want to wait. It's right. I know it is. That is why I am asking you...Dr. Katherine Harcourt...if you would be my wife? Will you spend the rest of your life with me? Will you marry me? Katherine is silent as Cal waits anxiously. Katherine (crying): Your right. It feels right. It feels perfect. (looking into Cal's tearful eyes) Yes...Cal. Yes, I will marry you. An elated Cal then takes Katherine in his arms and puts the ring on her finger. They then look into each other's eyes. Katherine: For the first time in my life, I feel love. Real love Cal: How you like it? Katherine: The best feeling in the world. They then kiss and we see a long montage of them eating dinner and enjoying each other's company, followed by them dancing and kissing. At the end of the montage, he picks her up and carries her back to their cabin. He takes her upstais to her bedroom, lays her down, and they begin to make love as the screen fades out. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... Cal to Katherine: What do you think of getting married...tomarrow? Eric to Lucas (with Sami): If my wife is up to something, I will find out. I promise you. Austin to Carrie: There is something very important I have to ask you. Kate: Oh my God...I don't beleive this. Nicole: I am not going to lose Evan...I am not going to lose anything. I will do whatever it takes.

VENDETTA CLIP #7 After Cassie leaves the abandoned warehouse, the MCF goes downstairs to his or her headquarters. He or she sits down at the surveilance center and begins to observe the monitors. We then see the MCF flipping through many camera shots that appear to be shots taken from security cameras all over Salem. MCF: It's great being technologically skilled. Without these kinds of campabilities, I would never be able to pull all this off. The MCF then sees something that catches his or her attention. He or she flips that camera shot to the main monitor. It's a shot off a security camera on Salem's south side. The MCF then sees Jack and Billie being dragged into a warehouse by two masked assailants. The MCF speeds up the camera shots to fast forward ahead. The MCF then stops fast forwarding and pounds his or her fist on the control panel at the sight of seeing James and Alan unmasked as the assailants. The MCF then listens to them talking about Jack and Billie and James' plan to set the warehouse on fire. MCF: WHAT ARE THOSE FOOLS DOING???!!! ARE THEY CRAZY???!!! Damn them...if my plans are ruined because of their ignorance. I told them not to do a thing without my approval first but it appears James is becoming a loose cannon. He blames Jack and Billie a great deal for his family's death and perhaps I underestimated those emotions. I must get over there and put a stop to this!! James may think he is doing something I may appreciate bit he is wrong. I need Deveraux and Reed alive. They haven't fulfilled their purpose to me yet. The MCF then shuts all the monitors down and closes up the surveilance center. He or she then turns out the lights in the office and says: MCF: I have come too far to see those two or anyone else screw up my plans. I must put a stop to this...no matter what. The MCF then shuts the office door and leaves as the screen fades into... VENDETTA GAME PLAYERS: REMEMBER TO KEEP COMMENTING!!! PLUS, TO THE TOP 3 COMMENTERS (SCORERS) FOR WEEK 3, THE CLUES ARE RUNNING LATE TO EXPECT TO GET THEM PMED TO YOU TONIGHT (THIS PERTAINS TO TISHY, DH23, AND DAYSFAN). REMEMBER THAT TRIVIA RETURNS SATURDAY IN THE INSIDER!!! CHECK ALL THE ABBREVIATED INSIDER I POSTED THIS WEEKEND FOR WEEK 3 SCORES AND TOTAL STANDINGS!!

It won't be Tishy . As for the clue, between Easter and everything else I am running late. I should've just said that I would send the clues out on Tuesday like I normally do but I thought I could get them out early and I couldn't. They will be sent tonight, which is ok because usually I send them after a I post a new Vendetta clip anyway. I apologize for the inconvenience.

-At Katherine's cabin, she is sitting on the couch worried about Cal and wondering what he is up to. Meanwhile, Jed and Cal are on their way back from Ogden, a small town nearby to Green Mountain, and Jed is asking Cal if he has everything he needs. Cal smiles and says he does. He vows that this will be a night Katherine never forgets. -At the Deveraux house, Abby is sitting in her wheelchair with Chelsea on the couch next to her. They are watching a movie and eating popcorn. Abby tells Chelsea she wants to thank her again for staying with her. Her father has been working late so much lately on the MCF case and she didn't want to be alone with JJ's babysitter again. Chelsea says it's no problem and she can use the extra case for babysitting JJ. Abby hangs her head, saying she wishes she could watch her brother on her own. Chelsea smiles and assures Abby she will again...one day soon. The doorbell rings. Both girls wonder who it can be. Chelsea gets up to get it and asks Abby if it could be her father and maybe he forgot his keys. Abby doesn't think her father would be home this early. Chelsea opens the door and sees that it's Laura. Laura and Chelsea greet each other. Abby is stunned to see her grandmother since she would think she would be in bed with her having an early flight back to Africa with granpa. Laura says she couldn't leave because she was worried about her. Laura admits she knows all about what happened with her and Max and she can see how much they are both hurting and she has some advice for Abby that she hopes she heeds. -Greta and Frankie are at The Spectator waiting for Jack and Billie. Greta looks at her watch and wonders where they are as they were supposed to come right over after the funeral and reception services. Frankie tries to clam Greta, telling her that they probably stopped to check on Abby and Chelsea or something. Greta hopes so. Meanwhile, Jack and Billie are walking out of Buddy's Burger Barn. Billie can't beleive Jack wasted so much time stopping as the lines were long as hell. Jack says he hardly at the funeral and reception as the food was nothing but the eloquent, upper class shindig stuff. He wanted something that would make a nutritionist cringe. Billie smiles and says this will do it. She tells Jack that they are more then an hour late to meet Greta and Frankie. Jack says they will understand as they got hung up at the funeral service and reception and had to stop home and check with the girls. Billie wonders if they will understand stopping off for fast food. Jack smiles and says they have enough food for four. Jack's cell rings and he answers it: Distorted Voice: You want information on the cloaked figure...meet me at the alley outside the old Filmore Rug Factory on Gifford Street. No questiions, no police. Just bring yourself and your partner. Jack: Wait...who are you? How do you know I have a partner? Distorted Voice: No questions, Deveraux. Remember that... Jack hears a hangup and fills Billie in on the phone call. Billie asks Jack if he thinks this is a legit informant. Jack smiles and says there is only one way to find out and takes Billie's hand, dragging her with him. Billie asks Jack if he is sure they should be racing off like this. It could be a trap. Jack reminds Billie she is ISA and is currently a PI and he has been in situations like this. They will be fine. He then drags her off as she rolls her eyes. Meanwhile, James puts his cell phone away and turns to face Alan. James tells Alan the plan is on and Jack bought it. Alan asks how he knows and James says he knows he did. Jack is desperate for a big break in the case and that desperation plays into their hands. James then points his finger at Alan and warns him there can't be any mistakes. They must follow their plan to the letter. Alan understands and just hopes the boss doesn't get mad. James says he isn't worried because the boss will probably be happy they disposed of those pests. He tells Alan they must go and they both race off. -At an abandoned warehouse in the upper west side of town, Cassie is still locked in an abandoned room. She wonders when the MCF is returning. She then hears a loud noise outside the door and the door then opens. The MCF enters and apologizes to Cassie for being gone so long. He or she asks if she is enjoying her stay. Cassie sarcastically asks him or her what he thinks. The MCF says fine and is now ready to get down to business. Cassie asks what this business he keeps mentioning is. The MCF reminds Cassie of her desire for revenge on Max Brady, Chelsea Brady, and Abby Deveraux. The MCF says that he or she has a plan that she is very interested in and that he or she can use her help on. Cassie doesn't understand. The MCF tells her that her hands would be clean. No one would know she did it and she would have her revenge. Cassie asks where this is going. The MCF tells Cassie that he or she wants her to...kidnap Chelsea and Abby. Cassie is stunned. -In the woods near Katherine's cabin, Cal and and Jed are walking back to the cabin. Cal thanks Jed for helping him set up everything and for the ride into Ogden. Jed says it was no problem and tells Cal to let him know how things went. Cal smiles and says he will. Jed and Cal shake hands. Jed leaves. Cal then says it's time to go get Katherine. Meanwhile, Katherine wonders if she should call the police or someone to help her go out and look for Cal. She is getting very worried and even wonders if Cal left her. There is then a knock at the door. Katherine races over and opens it. She sees Cal and jumps into his arms. Cal is pleasantly surprised by the greeting. Katherine says she was so worried about him and then, as her face turns angrier, asks where he was. Cal says all her questions will be answered if she just comes with him. Katherine doesn't understand. Cal tells her to trust him. Cal blindfolds Katherine, who is still confused. He tells her to let him guide her. Katherine says she doesn't have a choice. Cal leads her out of the cabin and grabs her coat. -Nico and several men arrive at The Spectator with seferal large boxes. Nico tells Greta and Frankie these are the surveillance tapes. He tells them that Victor would like to be present when they find anything of importance. Greta understands and says they will get on them right away. Nico says that's good as Victor was only able to gain access to them for 48 hours. Frankie thinks that is all they will need. Nico leaves as Frankie and Greta both are getting worried about Jack and Billie now. Meanwhile, Jack and Billie arrive at the alley. Billie draws her gun and tells Jack she has a bad feeling about this. Jack tells her that it will be fine if they are aware of their surroundings and cautious. Both of them are unaware of the two masked assailants dressed in black behind them. The two assailants sneak up from behind both Jack and Billie, cover their faces with black hoods, and drag them off as their screams can be heard. -Back at the Deveraux house, Chelsea asks if she should leave but Laura says she can stay. Abby tells Laura she doesn't want to talk about Max. Laura thinks they must and reminds Abby of everything that has happened in the past year. Uncle Mickey, her mother, and now her Aunt Marie have all passed away. She also reminds her of her own near-death experience and her paralysis. Laura hates to bring all that up but tells Abby that there is a lesson to be learned from it all, especially after today: Laura: Life is short, my darling. Extremely short. You almost lost your life when you were little and also recently. I know all about the mistakes Max made but you have to consider the heightened emotions of the situation. He lost his unborn child during that time. He had to grieve and you know the childhood Frankie and him had. He wanted to do right by that baby and that baby was his chance to give his son or daughter what he didn't have growing up. I know your father doesn't like what Max did and, in a way, either do I but we have known him and Frankie for years. People make mistakes, Abigail. You did and that is how you ended up where you are. Abby: Thanks for reminding me. Laura: It's the truth, sweetheart. Doesn't Max deserve another chance given the circumstances? Abby: Why do you care so much about me and Max? I don't get it. Laura: Because I saw the way he looked at you at Christmas. How concerned he was for you when you nearly died. I saw the pain he was in at the funeral today not being able to be with you. I can see the pain you are in. It's not right, darling. If it doesn't work out, fine but you two deserve a chance to make it right and you are the only person who can make it happen. It is a Horton mantra, afterall. We are all about forgiveness and second chances. Hell, your mother and father had so many chances to work things out...it's all part of life and relationships. You will always have ups and downs. It's what you learn from them that matters and this could make you two closer then ever. Just...think about it. Chelsea: Come on, Abby. She's right. Abby: Fine. I will. Laura: Thank you. Now, I must be going girls. Bill and I have an early flight. Abigail, darling, I hope you take my advice. I know you and I aren't on the best terms because of my actions... Abby: Grandma...it's in the past. Remember, I forgave you back at Christmas and so did dad. Laura: I saw the way you reacted to me at Alice's this morning. I know there is still some ill feelings there but, in time, I hope to earn back your trust and your father's. Even if you two feel everything is ok, I need to feel like I have earned it back. For me. Laura them embraces Abby and says goodbye to Chelsea and Abby as she leaves. Chelsea looks at Abby and asks her if she is really going to consider giving Max another chance. Abby hesistates but says yes but she has to think first. She tells Chelsea she has alot of thinking to do. -Cassie can't beleive the MCF wants her to help kidnap Chelsea and Abby. The MCF tells Cassie that they will leave a note saying they both left town and adds that niether girl will be hurt. The MCF tells Cassie he or she just needs Jack and Billie distracted and then both girls will be returned. In the meantime, the MCF informs Cassie that Max will feel guilty and will be blamed as the reason why both girls took off. Cassie will have her revenge. The MCF asks Cassie if she still wants revenge on Max, Chelsea, and Abby. Cassie nods but says that she was thinking of handling it some other way. The MCF says her hands will be kept clean. He or she assures Cassie she won't go down for helping to kidnap the girls. The MCF moves closer to Cassie and tells her that no matter how she feels about this, she is going to do it anyway. He or she needs Cassie's help and thinks Cassie should jump at this chance at revenge. The MCF tells Cassie to just do as he or she says, cooperate, and just wait to be contacted. He or she will let her know when it will all go down and tell her exactly what to do. The MCF adds that she will have helpers who will committ the actual kidnapping. All she needs to do is help. The MCF cresses Cassie's terrified face and says if she does as he or she says properly and if she tells no one of their meeting or anything about any of this, there won't be a problem. She will also have her revenge. The MCF asks Cassie if she agrees, reminding her that her saying no or going against his or her wishes results in tragedy for her beloved grandfather. The MCF tells Cassie that he or she put Stefano in the hospital and they can make sure he never comes out. The MCF adds that he or she can make sure she suffers indescribable pain. Cassie finally agrees, reluctantly. The MCF is pleased and says she is free to go, warning her not to say nothing to anyone about what they discussed and their meeting...or else. Cassie understands and leaves. Outside the warehouse, Cassie wonders who the MCF is and why he or she is doing all this. She wonders what she become involved in. -Cal leads Katherine through the woods as she asks him where they are going and how long until they are there. She is sick of being blindfolded. Cal stops and says they have arrived. He stands behind her and takes the blindfold off, saying "Surprise!" Katherine is stunned by what she sees. -Back at The Spectator, Frankie wonders if they should start working through the surveillance footage. Greta says they should wait for Jack and Billie. Frankie admits he is really worried now. Greta says she knows something is wrong...she can just sense it. Meanwhile, Jack and Billie are tied up in a dimly lit warehouse somewhere. They are struggling to break free. Billie reminds Jack that she knew going to the alley was a bad idea. She just knew it was a trap. Jack just ignores her and says they need to focus on getting out of this and not on who is right. Billie thinks the MCF is behind this. Jack says if that is the case, why were there two assailants dressed in black? Billie says they are probably accomplices to the MCF. They know there are some with Marlena and James as two of them. Jack knows the two masked assailants were male and is betting one could be James since they went undercover to the bar. Billie thinks he's right. James must have known it was them and told the MCF and here they are. Billie reminds Jack that she warned him that undercover assignment would come back to haunt them. Jack ignores Billie and says they just need to find a way out of the ropes before those assailants come back and do God knows what to them. Meanwhile, outside, the two assailants take their masks off to reveal James and Alan. James is pleased that went well. Alan is complaining about Billie kicking him in the leg and is commenting on her feistiness. James tells Alan to shutup and listen as it's time for the final part of the plan. Alan asks what that is. James opens his bag and pulls out a bottle of kerosene and some matches. Alan is stunned. James says it's time to send Jack and Billie to hell. The screen then fades out on a splitscreen of an enraged James' face and Jack and Billie tied up, struggling to get free. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... Cal to Katherine: It's time I show you how much I love you. Lucas to Sami: I have an idea how to get answers about Will. Will to Bo: How are we ever going to move on from this? Bo to Will: I'm not sure we ever will. Greta to Frankie: We have to go find them, damnit!! They could be dying somewhere for all we know!! James to Alan (while watching Jack and Billie through the warehouse window): The way to get rid of pests is by extermination. Burning to ashes...now that sounds like a full proof way, doesn't it?

ANNOUNCER: A WEEK OF ROMANCE AND BIG TWISTS ON SALEM LIVES!!! FIRST... Clip of Cal leading Katherine through the woods and her being stunned at the sight of something and a clip of Austin holding Carrie's hand. FOR TWO COUPLES...A TURNING POINT... Cal to Katherine: I want to prove to you how much I love you. Austin to Carrie: I just want everything to go right for us for a change and I hope it does. Starting now. IT'S TIME FOR DREAMS TO COME TRUE!! Katherine: I can't beleive this. Carrie: I have wanted this for so long. THEN... Clip of Nicole opening her suite door to find a smiling Kate. A BABY SECRET EXPOSED... Clip of Kate slapping Nicole. Kate to Nicole: Your going down you bitch!!! WITH A TWIST YOU DIDN'T EXPECT!! Kate: What am I going to do... PLUS... Clip of Jack and Billie exploring a dark building. TWO INVESTIGATORS FALL INTO A TRAP... Greta to Frankie: Something is wrong... Clip of Jack and Billie having their faces covered with black hoods by two assailants dressed in black. WHILE... Clip of Abe and Celeste following Lexie and her Dimera henchment as Steve lurks slightly behind in the shadowsin Stefano's Parisian catacombs. A SEARCH FOR ANSWERS AND DISCOVERY TURNS DEADLY... Celeste: Dear God, NO!!! Lexie: Oh my God...it can't be!! Abe: LOOK OUT!! An explosion and loud crashing noises can be heard as the screen goes black after Abe yells "LOOK OUT!!" IT'S ONE BIG WEEK AND IT'S ALL A PART OF...

SL VENDETTA: WEEK 3 (4/1/07-4/7/07) COMMENT SCORES AND TOTAL SCORES REMINDER: THERE WILL BE NO TRIVIA QUESTIONS FOR VENDETTA tHIS WEEK DUE TO THE EASTER HOLIDAY AS THERE ALSO WON'T BE A COMPLETE VERSION OF THE SL INSIDER THIS WEEK (AS YOU CAN SEE IF YOU ARE READING THIS BLOG ENTRY). HOWEVER, YOU ALL WERE TOLD TO STILL COMMENT THIS PAST WEEK AS ALWAYS BECAUSE THOSE SCORES DID COUNT AND CONGRATS TO ALL THOSE WHO DID. THE COMMENT SCORES WERE TABULATED AND ARE POSTED BELOW ALONG WITH THE UPDATED TOTAL SCORES. TRIVIA WILL RETURN IN THE APRIL 14 (NEXT SATURDAY) EDITION OF THE SL INSIDER AND THAT TRIVIA WILL INCLUDE 5 QUESTIONS RATHER THEN 3 AND WILL BE ABOUT EPISODES THAT WEERE POSTED THIS PAST WEEK AND EPISODES THAT WILL BE POSTED THIS COMING WEEK. ALSO, KEEP IN MIND SINCE WE ARE ONLY DEALING WITH THE COMMENT SCORE THIS WEEK THAT CLUES WILL BASICALLY BE SENT TO THE 3 COMMENTERS SINCE THERE IS NO TRIVIA SO THOSE THAT COMMENTED AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE WILL BENEFIT GREATLY!!! IF ANYONE HAS ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS, PLEASE PM ME AND I WILL HELP YOU OUT. THANKS. WEEK 3 COMMENT SCORES (AND TOTAL SCORES BASED ON THE FACT THAT THERE IS NO TRIVIA THIS WEEK) VENDETTA WEEK THREE RESULTS!!! 1.) DH23 Comment Score: 10 pts (10 comments) Trivia Score: No trivia scores available this week. Week Three Total: 10 pts *1.) Tishy Comment Score: 10 pts (10 comments) Trivia Score: No trivia scores available this week. Week Three Total: 10 pts 3.) daysfan Comment Score: 9 pts (3 comments) Trivia Score:No trivia scores available this week. Week Three Total: 9 pts 4.) psychofan, Ryan Chandler, Hoganstays, and Rick Comment Score: 0 pts (0 comments) Trivia Score: No trivia scores available this week. Week Three Total: 0 pts Therefore, after week Three, the total standings are as follows: 1.) DH23 (48 pts) 2.) Tishy (47 pts) 3.) psychofan (25 pts) 4.) daysfan (16 pts) 5.) Ryan Chandler (14 pts) 6.) Rick and Hoganstays (0 pts) The 3 players highlighted in red will recieve Vendetta clues via PM by Monday at 11PM EST. Make sure to check your PM boxes by then. Due to Tishy and DH23 being tied in week Three and both winning week Three, they will both get a level 1 clue this week. Daysfan will get a level 2 clue and no level 3 will be given out this week since the rest of the rest of the players, no one commented and players can't be rewarded for doing nothing . Trivia will be back next week and clips will be posted this week just like normal. COMINGS AND GOINGS COMING Billy Ray Cyrus (Jed Montana): Cyrus began playing the role of the countryman who comes to Cal's (Josh Taylor) aid on April 3 and more appreances are expected of Cyrus. "They are bringing on someone to play my wife," adds Cyrus. "It's great and we didn't even hype it. It happened and people wondered where news of me joining the show was reported. I think people will love it" Cyrus, a popular country music artist and current partipant on "Dancing with the Stars", is also the father of Miley Cirus and plays that very same role on his daughter's hit children's show "Hannah Montana." "Can't you see the little jab at it in my character's name," laughs Cyrus. "Gotta love it." Franc Ross (Rev. Frank Stewart): Ross, known by Days fans as the actor currently portraying "Duck" on the real show, takes on the role of a priest that interacts with Cal and Katherine (Terri Garber) in the next few weeks. His first apperance is TBA. STAYING Jaime Lyn Bauer (Laura Horton): While all the other funeral guests made their last appearance on Friday's episode, Bauer sticks around for one more apperance to have Laura counsel her granddaughter Abby (Ashley Benson). Therefore, Bauer's official last appearance will be April 9. PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WK OF 4/9/07 -Jack and Billie fall into a trap. -After advice from a loved one, Abby begins to contemplate giving Max another chance. -Cassie finds herself immersed in the MCF's web. -Cal pledges his love to Katherine. -Nicole gains two allies and faces a new threat. -Carrie faces an inner conflict. -Kate makes a big decision. -Will seeks out Bo. -Sami takes action to find out what is going on with Will. -Austin makes Carrie's dreams comes true. -There is a break in the MCF case. -Steve quesions his reasons for sending the letter to Alice. -Lexie, Abe, Steve, and Celeste are in great danger. -Kayla gets a lead on Steve. RED LETTER DAYS!!! Monday April 9: Jack and Billie fall into a trap and Cal pledges his love to Katherine. Meanwhile, Cassie finds herself immersed in the MCF's web. Thursday April 12: Nicole faces a new threat as Austin makes Carrie's dreams come true. Friday April 13: Nicole gains two new allies as Kate makes a huge decision. Also on this day, Abe and Celeste find themselves in danger along with Steve and Lexie. Next Week: Victor finds Bo. Hope makes an emotional plea. Kayla prepares to leave Salem. Danger and tragedy brings Abe and Celeste closer. Marlena gets visitors. Cal's memory is sparked. Shane remembers important info and races to Lucas and Sami. Will gets into trouble at school, leading to Sami making a troubling discovery.

I have a feeling it will be Steve, Kayla, Bo, Hope, or Alice that dies. Just a gut feeling. I should be able to narrow it down as we go along.

King. I was going to mention that too. It never dawned on me about Lucas/Nicole. They were married and slept together. Whatever, it happens. They didn't know. These all sound good. Great stuff lies ahead. It will be sad to see your blog end though but it sounds like it is going to end with a bang!

-Bill and Tommy get out of the limousine first and walk around to open the door for Alice. As they help her out of the car, everyone else starts filing out of their respective limousines. Alice thanks her two boys for helping her. Then, as all three look up towards the church, they all stop and grow silent. All of Marie’s family and friends look towards the steps of the church and see not only the Brady family and other friends but, an honor guard from the Marine Corps and from the S.P.D. As Marie’s casket is being lifted from the hearse, they all are given the order and every single man stands at attention and salutes Marie is she is being brought past them. Many of these men knew this wonderful lady and they are now showing their respect and thanks for what she had given them. As Alice and her family follow the Honor Guard into the church, they are met by Fr. Jansen. He walks up to Alice and hugs her, saying how sorry he is. His studies took him around the world but Marie always made him feel at home. Bill and Tommy thank him and Alice tells him that Marie really liked him. She says she always had great instincts about people, which makes the Father smile. The family now starts walking into the church. Alice looks towards the doors and sees Roman holding one of them open. Tears are coming down his face as Bill and Tommy help Alice into the church and Roman leans over and kisses Alice on the cheek. She smiles and pats his cheek, as he shakes Tommy’s hand and gives him a hug. They all file into the huge church, which is full to capacity. The mayor is here, as well as senators and congress people. Also in attendance is all of the women from the battered women’s home that Marie owned and ran until her cancer got the better of her. They all stand in respect for this fine lady, as her casket makes it way to the alter of the church. Bill and Tommy place Alice in a wheelchair and then Bill pushes her down the aisle as her family follows. When she gets to Caroline, she bends over and places cards and letters in her lap. She then leans in and says to Alice..... Caroline: These are from all of us. We love you all so much and are so sorry for your loss. Read them at your own good pace, ok? Alice: I will, dear. Thank you so much for coming. Caroline: I wouldn’t be anywhere else. The two matriarchs of the respected families then hug one another as Austin, Carrie, Sami and Will look on. Lucas is standing next to Sami as well and, when Bill sees him, he reaches out for him. Lucas takes his hand and Bill gently pulls him out of the pews and towards him. He hugs his son and then steps aside, silently telling Lucas that he can take his place. With that, Lucas stands behind his grandmother and continues to push her up the aisle as Sami and her family look on and smile. As they get closer to the alter, Marie’s family and friends start to see all of the flowers and reefs that have came from across the country and around the world and that now cover the alter. Tokens of affection from the Kiriakis family, the Ewing family of Texas, and the Newman, Chancellor and Abbott families from Genoa City, Wisconsin. The Quartermaines have sent 1,000 flowers as a token of love and respect and the Capwells and, yes, even the DiMera family have sent tributes for Marie. Alice smiles at her daughter’s casket, knowing that only she could have so many people tell her how deeply they felt about her. The Carrington family of Denver sent a big letter which reads...... To Alice, Marie was a very special lady. I knew her when she would sometimes come with your late husband here to Denver for a medical conference that took place once a year. She was a splendid woman and my wife, family and I are deeply saddened at the news of her passing. May God grant her the peace and love that she gave all of you while she was of this Earth and may He keep and bless you in your hour of sorrow. Sincerely Yours, Blake & Krystal Carrington Denver, Colorado As everyone sits down, Fr. Jansen walks towards the alter and starts to address the audience in attendance. Fr. Jansen: I thank you all for coming today. Not to say farewell but to honor and say thank you, to God Almighty, for giving us his child, Marie Horton, for just a brief moment on His Earth. As the news crews continue taping, the cameras pan through the church. The shots show Frankie, Max, Kimberly, Kayla, and Eric Brady, as well as Roman and Shane, who arrived to support Kimberly. Greta, Chelsea, and Belle, with Claire, are there as well. Billie is there and is seated next to Abby and Jack, who is holding Jack Jr. in his lap. Billie looks at him, as Jack seems to be drifting off, thinking about a lady that he once loved.... And lost. Fr. Jansen continues with his eulogy...... Fr. Jansen: Knowing Marie, she is probably standing here now, with a smile on her face. I truly believe that she would be very humbled by the love and affection that is being felt here today. This “old soul”, as many have called her, had a heart the size of Mother Earth, as can be attested to by many of the people who are with us today. She lived a flawed, but humble life, and I’m sure that her family and friends all feel that their lives are the richer for have known her. Alice’s mind drifts back to the time Marie was accidentally shot and she remembers her lying in a hospital bed, near death. All she can think about is the pain she felt at seeing her lying there and there was nothing that she couldn’t do for her. Now, she is gone, but she now feels at peace. Because she now knows that her child is in no more pain. Fr. Jansen then ends his eulogy........ Fr. Jansen: So, as Marie’s loved ones speak of her today, let us all remember that she wouldn’t want anyone to grieve over her. She had told me, on so many occasions, that she was raised to face life head on. To deal with whatever it deals us.... And that is what we’ll all do here today. The scene then fades from the good father to Bill, who is standing to the side of his sister’s casket, as he thinks of the little girl he loved so much...... Bill: All she ever wanted to do was to follow me everywhere. (Smiling) I can still remember all of the fights we got into because I didn’t want her hanging around me so much. I now remember the time she snuck into the backseat of Dad’s car and went on a date that I had, even though I didn’t know she was back there. She later told me that if I didn’t take her to the movies every Friday during the summer, she would tell Mom and Dad what I had did. But now, looking back on it, I think all she ever wanted was for us to spend time together. I wish we had. I will always cherish the late night phone calls that we had, talking about the past, the joys and laughter, and the mistakes that we both made. And, above all else, (Crying) I hope that my little sister will always know......how very special she was to me and how much I loved her. Take care, sis. Till we meet again. The scene then fades from Bill, to his brother, Tommy...... Tommy: What can I say? A true angel of God. The finest kind. Even with the times that we told each other how much we hated each other, my love for her was as big as the universe. We only said those things because we had been arguing. Dad would rush upstairs because he couldn’t watch the news because we were yelling so loud. That’s when he would put his foot down and tell us to stop it or else. Then, after he left the upstairs hallway, we would look at each other, and then start laughing. I think we did it just to tick him off. And I swear, she would start every fight. Just then, thunder slightly shook the church. On a clear day. Tommy: Ok, Marie. We both started the fights. Everyone breaks out into laughter. Tommy: And now, all I can think of, is the sister that I have lost. And the deep affection and love that I have always had for her. We talked of the ladies that she took care of in her shelter and she always told me how much she loved each and every one of them. They all just needed a fresh start and to believe in themselves. That.....is what she taught me. To believe in myself. I’ll never forget that, as long as I live. So sister, to quote a famous reverend....... It’s Time To Rest. Come On Home. You’re Body’s Weary, You’ve Done Your Best. Your Witness And Character, Always Strong, Your Voice Like Music, From Heaven’s Song Your Beauty Warm, Like The Rays Of The Sun, Goodnight, My Sister, And I Humbly Thank You For A Life.....Well Done. Applause breaks out as Tommy starts crying. He starts to leave the alter and, when he is almost overcome with grief, Nick and Hope jump up and run to his side and lead him back to his seat. Hope then sits next to him and comforts him, as he looks at his sister’s casket and says to her.... Tommy: I hope she knew. Hope: She did, Uncle Tommy. She did. The scene now fades to Julie, who is having a difficult time speaking...... Julie: It’s so hard. (Crying) All I can do is selfishly wish that she was still here. But, what I’m going to do, is thank God that he gave her to us for the time we had her. It was just a snap of His fingers and life becomes a moment in time but Marie spent it like many of us should. Doing what she wanted to do, full of life and vigor, and helping those who, at one time or another, were unable to help themselves. No matter where life takes me or no matter what mistakes I make or, when my time comes, I will always, always cherish the wonderful times we had together. So, my dearest Marie, take care of yourself, and I’ll see you one day, my dearest angel. Hope once again rushes up and hugs Julie, as she breaks down completely. She helps her back to her seat and sits her down, as Joshua and Jessica then walk to the alter to say a few words..... Joshua: All I can do is thank everyone here for coming today. She would have really been proud. Jessica: She sure would have been. Our family has always been proud of the fact that the door was always open at the Horton home and Marie was a huge part of that. She told me, when her cancer was progressing, that she knew this may be it. And to tell everyone back home, how much she loved and appreciated each and everyone of you. Joshua: So, that is why she wanted to do something for some of the people that she loved. She signed over the battered women’s shelter to the seven women who currently stay there and has left an endowment big enough to see that it continues helping those who need a second chance. Everyone applauds in unison, as the women hug each other and give thanks to this special lady. Joshua: I’ll miss her so much. When I think of some 60's rock music, I’ll think of her. When I think of air popped popcorn, I’ll think of her. When I think of being read to late at night, or having a sprained ankle wrapped, or sitting on her lap while we watched television, or all the sound advice and love that a mother can give a child, I will always smile, look towards the heavens...... And thank her, and God, for blessing us with her. Some time later, after state senators have issued proclamations in her name, and as the mayor has proclaimed this day Marie Horton Day, and some of Marie’s favorite songs are played, Hope stands up, as the last speaker of the day, to speak for Alice and the family..... Hope: Wow. What a homecoming. If the measure of one’s life is seen by the people who give thanks to you, Aunt Marie, you are the richest person in Salem today. You were, beyond a shadow of a doubt, the coolest aunt anyone could have. I always marveled at your beauty but observed how you treated others and how you loved those who didn’t love themselves. We guess that’s why you became a nun, to help others. And, as Gran has always said, “Marie would do anything for anyone. She made mistakes but, when your heart is golden, you can touch other people’s lives. And she did.” So, auntie, you take care of yourself. And God Bless your sweet loving soul. With that, the pallbearers stand and walk towards her casket. They go to gently pick it up and as Tommy, Lucas and Bill help Alice back into her wheelchair, they stop when Alice asks Hope for one thing. Hope bends down to listen and, when she stands back up, Hope leans in and tells Lucas to take Alice to Marie’s casket. Lucas wheels his grandmother towards her and Alice leans in, speaking to her child for the last time..... Alice: My dearest little girl. (Patting her casket) I’m so sorry I wasn’t there when you took your last breath. I should have been. (Crying) How do I say goodbye to you? How can I sum up how much joy you have brought to me, hmm? Well, you’re at peace now, my child. No more pain. Your job is done here. Your are in my heart and soul and I will forever thank God Almighty for granting you as a gift from Heaven. Till we see each other again, my precious baby. Farewell. Alice then leans in and kisses Marie’s casket. She then pats it gently as Lucas wheels her backwards so that the pallbearers can take Marie out to the hearse to go to her final resting place. They gently pick her casket up and lead the procession out of the church, as everyone once again gives Marie a standing ovation. As they reach the outside of this beautiful day, Alice and her family see a group of teenagers from the local high school. As her casket is placed inside the hearse, with Tommy and Bill’s help, the students release five white doves into the air, as a token of affection for Marie. Lucas, Tommy, Bill and Nick then take Alice back to her limousine and help her in. When Lucas gets ready to walk back to his limousine with Sami, Hope holds out her hand to him. He looks at her and then at Sami, who smiles at him, and tells him that she will see him at the cemetery. With that, he takes Hope’s hand, as she leads him to his place inside Alice’s car. When he sits down, he looks at Nick, who leans in and tells him..... Nick: Time for you to come home, Lucas. You’re a Horton. We are your family. Lucas shakes his head. as Alice watches this exchange, and then these two grown men shake hands. Lucas then looks out the window, while he sits next to his father, Bill. Everyone, once back in their respective cars, hears them start up as on once again and, as Marie’s hearse pulls away, the fleet leave for the cemetery to finally take her home. As the fleet drives down the street, Hope pats her purse. She had seen a letter that was addressed to Alice earlier in the day and she saw that it was Marie’s handwriting on it. She wanted to save it for a special time, when Alice needed to hear her words. Hope then opened a letter from Steve, one that he had sent Alice, and asked if she could read it out loud. With everyone’s permission, she read....... Dear Mrs. H., Because of circumstances beyond my control, I could not be there for you on this difficult day. But, I just wanted to let you know, how much you mean to me. You were one of the first people who gave me a chance when I came to Salem and I will forever be grateful for that. It took a long time for the Patchman to turn back into Steve and you were one of the people who helped make that happen. I never met Marie but understand through Kayla, Roman, Caroline and the rest of the family, that she was one great gal. I think her and I would have had some good times if I had gotten a chance to meet her and now my life seems less for her passing. Please, whatever you do, remember that you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. The Patchman. Steven Earl Johnson Alice smiles at his letter, grateful that he thought enough of them to write. She then stares out the window, as she holds Tommy’s hand tightly. Tommy knows that it is taking everything she has not to break down again and rubs his mother’s hand as the scene slowly climbs to the sky and then fades to black. It is late at night now. Bill, Tommy, Nick and the rest of the family are asleep in the home of the youth. None of them could leave without spending one more night there, next to Alice’s side. Without saying it, they knew she needed them, and she knew that they needed her. What she doesn’t know, as the scenes shift from one bedroom to another, is that no one is asleep tonight. Nick lays in his bed, staring at the ceiling, thinking of the grandmother that he has just laid to rest. Bill and Tommy stand near their windows, looking out into the cool, night air. As Tommy turns to walk back to his bed, he is stopped in his tracks......by a voice that he swears that he can hear. All the voice says is..... Voice: Take care of Mama. And yourself. This causes him to breath in deeply and then turn back towards the window, saying...... Tommy: I will, sis. I will. Then, the scene switches to Nick’s room. He is also laying in his bed, looking up at the ceiling, when he starts to hear humming. He looks around Marie’s room and, when he sits up in the bed, he looks into the corner. He stares at a lady holding a baby boy and rocking back and forth humming a song to him, which is putting him to sleep. Nick smiles as he remembers his grandmother rocking him to sleep. These are some of his first memories and they bring a smile to his face. All he can say, as the scene slowly fades out, is...... Nick: Thank you so much, grandma. Thank you for loving me. He then lays back down on his bed, once again looking at the ceiling, as he wipes away his tears. The scene then fades to Bill’s room, where he is also looking out the window. He then looks down and decides that he is too hungry to go to sleep, so he slowly walks downstairs to go to the kitchen. He has to stop and chuckle at himself because he finds himself tip toeing through the house, the very same way he used to when he snuck himself and Marie downstairs late at night to get something to eat. He continues down the stairs but already hears something coming from the kitchen. When he slowly opens the door, he finds Melissa, Spencer, Mike, Sarah, Jeremy and Pete sitting around the table, eating and laughing, while talking about Marie and the times that they spent there as kids, teenagers and young adults. They all stop and then look over to Bill, who has now been joined by Tommy, Jessica, Joshua, Steven, Maggie, Laura and Hope. He smiles once again and says just one sentence...... Bill: The next generation. How happy you would be, sis. Tommy pats his older brother on the back as the older Hortons raid the refrigerator as well. The scene then slowly leaves the kitchen, as we leave the Horton family, and goes through the house, hearing all of the voices of everyone who has lived there, and called this house a home. When it stops, we see Alice sitting once again on her bed, looking out the window. She is thinking of her little girl now and hoping that she is nice and warm and not wanting for anything. She tears up though, feeling guilt at not having been there in her final days and hours. But, just then, there is a knock at the door. When it opens, it is Hope, who says to Alice....... Hope: I was just checking on you, Gran. Alice: Oh, I’m just sitting here. Thinking about Marie. Oh, how I wish I was there when she died. Hope: (Holding a letter) Gran, I believe that you were. Hope opens the letter that came while everyone was at Marie’s funeral and takes it out. Alice asks her read it, saying that her eyesight isn’t what it used to be. Hope smiles and opens the letter and, as she starts reading the first page, the song Wind Beneath My Wings (Hero) by Gladys Knight plays in the background. Hope, noticing that the letter is in Marie’s handwriting, begins......... Well, Mama, I guess this is getting near the end. Before I got the point where I was too sick to put my thoughts to paper, I wanted to tell you some things that I have been wanting to say for so long but always took for granted. I love you. And......I thank you. Even after all of my mistakes and all the times that I picked fights with my brothers, or stole Dad’s medical journals to read, or even the time that I ate all of the cake batter for a cake you were going to bake and got sick as a dog, I always thanked God Almighty that He made you my mother. I learned everything that I know from you. You always imparted your love and wisdom with such respect. You never told me, or any of us, how to live our lives. But, you were always there for us when we all needed you. Especially me. You are my best friend. I could tell you anything and it would stay between us. You taught me how to be a parent and grandparent and I will be forever grateful for your love and respect, no matter where I go. Well, this is not goodbye. But so long, for just a little while. I know that I’ll see you one day and then, we’ll all be together again. You take care of yourself. And I’ll tell Daddy, Mickey and Jennifer that everyone says hi. I Love You Always, Mama Forever And A Day Your Loving Daughter, Marie Hope looks up at Alice, through her tear stained eyes, and sees that she can’t hold out any longer. Alice has broken down and is crying so deeply that Hope has to hold her up. Hope rocks her back and forth, saying to her in a shaky voice..... Hope: It’s alright, Gran. It’s alright. I’m here. Just let it out, ok? Just let it out. Alice cries on Hope’s shoulder, as they rock back and forth. As they both sit by the window, the scene then slowly pans upward, and then slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... Laura to Abby: How about it? Give Max another chance? Jack to Billie: This could be our big break. Cassie to MCF: I've waited longt enough. What do you want with me? Greta to Frankie: Something is wrong... James to Alan: We can't make any mistakes. Do you hear me? Cal to Katherine: Don't ask questions. Just come with me. I know you won't regret it.

Thanks guys and thanks daysfan for answering. Tishy, daysfan is right about Spencr and Steven. We brought those two back last summer too during Mickey's funeral and we kind of opened the door for future story there as Spencer was the product of an affair. Steven has never told his on who his mother is and Julie called him out on that last summer. It's a source of great tension between Spencer and Steven and it's one that we will explore in the future so keep an eye on it.

-In the sunrise of a beautiful but, very sad day, Alice sits by the window at the foot of her bed. She glances out the window onto a perfect day as she slowly turns the pages of one of her many photo albums. She smiles as she looks at the pictures of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren as they have grown over the years but she stares at the pictures of one very special person. Her late daughter, Marie. Her first picture, when she was four days old. Marie, sitting by her father as he writes another paper for the university. Her first day of kindergarden. Singing her first solo in the church choir. Her first date. A picture of her as class president of Salem High. Her senior pictures. Her first picture that she sent home from her first pilgrimage after she became a nun. Pictures of her with her children. Holding her grandson, Nick, after he was born. And then, some of Alice’s favorite pictures. Those of her and Marie. Marie watching her bake her favorite donuts. Alice helping her open her Christmas presents when she was six years old. Marie, holding a stethoscope to her mother’s chest, listening to her heart beat. Them swinging in their backyard. Even for a lady who has raised many children and has lived for almost a century, this is the day she was dreading. Burying another child. No parent wants to outlive their children and, for Alice, she has done it twice now. The cancer that took her daughter’s life was slow but from every letter that Marie sent her, she told her mother that she was doing well. Alice knew Marie was covering up but she also knew that it was her way. She never wanted to make her mother worried about her. Alice kept these letters to herself because Marie didn’t want the rest of the family to worry about her. She told Alice that she was surrounded by loved ones. She also told her that if it was her time, she was ready and at peace. Alice took great solace in these letters for she knew that her child was not suffering. Marie also insisted that Alice not come and see her. Marie knew that Alice was not as strong as she thought she was and didn’t want her appearance to affect her health. Still, it was a devastating shock when she received word of her death and Alice still wishes she was there...... At her daughter’s side, as she was called home. As Alice closes the book on Marie’s life and times, someone knocks on her door. As she looks to see who it is, the door opens to reveal her granddaughter, Hope. Hope smiles slightly as she brings her grandmother some tea. She sits it down on her end table and, as she pours it, asks her... Hope: Are you ok, Gran? You haven’t said much since the news came. Alice: Oh, I’m alright, dear. I just........miss my baby. That’s all. Hope: I know. The hardest thing to ever do is bury one’s child. Alice: And I know that you realize that, dear. But, she is at peace now. That is what is important. Hope looks and sees that she forgot the sugar for the tea. She tells Alice..... Hope: I don’t know where my mind is today. I know you like sugar in your tea. Alice: That’s alright, Hope. Take your time. No need to rush through anything today. Hope: Well, still. This is how you like it. And you should have anything you want. Especially today. Hope gets up to walk to the door and then stops. Alice looks up at her and wonders what she is doing. Hope turns back around and looks at Alice and then says..... Hope: It’s fine. You can bring in the sugar now. Hope watches Alice as she sees her expression change. A person walks through the door holding her sugar. This person walks over to her, bends down, and places the sugar on her tray. Alice lifts her right hand and places it gently on this person’s cheek. She smiles and cries as the person says to her..... Person: Hello, Grandma. Alice: Welcome home, Nick. Her great-grandson, Nick Fallon, leans forward and hugs her deeply. She rocks him back and forth as the loving embrace continues. Hope wipes her eyes as she tells Alice... Hope: He got in last night and slept in Marie’s bedroom. He didn’t want to disturb you. Alice: Well. He should have. How have you been doing, son? Nick: I’m fine. (Pausing) I just....miss her so much. She was one cool cat. Alice: And she loved you so very much. I still have the picture of her holding you after you were born. She was so proud. Nick: I was proud of her. Nick stands up and tells Hope that he will sit with Alice for awhile. Hope agrees and leaves them both to spend some precious time together. Nick sits on the bed next to Alice and tells her... Nick: It’s really hard waking up in the morning and not feeling her in my life right now. I know she’ll always be there but..... Alice: She is, son. Your grandmother believed, if for nothing else, that the afterlife is where we are closest with one another. Remember that. She is now but a loving thought away. Nick: I know, Grandma. (Looking at Alice) How do you get used to the people that you love not being there anymore? Alice: (Taking Nick’s hand) You never get used to it. You just look forward......to seeing them again. And cherish the memories that you have of them. Ok? Nick: (Voice shaking) Yes ma’am. Nick then gently rests his head on Alice’s shoulder and cries softly. Alice pats his hand and hums to him, the very same way she used to when he was a baby boy. She slowly rocks back and forth and lovingly comforts Nick as he thinks about his grandmother. An hour and a half later, guests are beginning to arrive for Marie’s funeral. Hope walks downstairs and rounds the staircase, walking towards the kitchen. She is stopped, though, when a voice from behind her says just two simple words..... Person: Hello, cousin. Hope turns in her tracks to see the face of her beautiful cousin, Melissa. They both break down crying as they run into each other’s arms and embrace. They then pull back and look at each other, with Melissa saying the very obvious thought they both were thinking..... Melissa: Why do we only seem to see each other when someone has passed? Hope: I don’t know. (Wiping her tears) We really need to change that. Melissa: Not with everything we have been reading about. By the way, how is that handsome husband of yours? Hope looks away and grows quiet. Melissa: Oh, Hope, no. What has happened? Hope: I don’t know, couz. He has turned away from me. Something has really gotten to him and he has shut me out. I don’t know how to reach him. Melissa: Well, you know him better than anyone. He’ll find his way back to you, in time. He always has. Have faith in that, Hope. Hope: I have to, Melissa. There isn’t much left to have faith in. I”m trying to find some now.....just to get through today. The cousins embrace and walk back to the kitchen and are greeted by Julie and Maggie, as two more people watch them leave. These two turn and look at each other and then walk into the living room. They hold hands and smile slightly as one of them says to the other...... Laura Horton: First Mickey and Jennifer, then Marie. How much can Alice take? Mike Horton: I don’t know, Ma. I just wish this cloud that is hanging over our family would lift. I’m tired of coming home for funerals. Mickey's gone and so is my sister and now there's Aunt Marie. I mean, what did we do to deserve this? Laura: This is life, son. Marie was very sick. She didn’t want anyone fussing over her. You know how headstrong she was. Mike: (Laughing slightly) Yeah, I sure do. I always heard from dad of the fights her and Uncle Mickey used to get into when they were young. Laura: That’s because Marie wouldn’t get off the phone and keep it quiet when Mickey was studying law. From what I heard, Tom and Alice had to separate those two more than once because of it. Mike: Well, at least now.....they are all together. Laura: Yes. And I hope that Marie is finally at peace. It takes times like this to remember...... At that moment, Laura sees Abby wheeled through the door with Jack and Jack Jr......... Laura: What family is all about. Excuse me, please. Mike: Sure, Mom. Mike watches Laura walk over to Abby, who is near a picture of Marie when she was a teenager. Laura says hi but, when Abby turns around, she smiles slightly and wheels away. Laura knows that some of her actions have alienated her from her grandchild and has to live with the consequences, despite Abby saying she had forgiven her. Laura sees Jack mingle with some other members of the Horton family, when she overhears him say... Jack: Oh, Jennifer. Take care of your Aunt Marie up there. I know how much you loved her. That is when another voice says.... Person: We all did. Very, very much. Jack turns around and smiles when he sees........ Jack: Hello, Don. Don Craig: Jack, how are you doing? Both men shake hands. Jack: About as well as could be expected. And you, sir? How is life treating you abroad? Don: It’s satisfying. Been spending a lot of time working in Santa Barbara. Wonderful place. I fly back and forth from there and Europe. Jack: The Capwells are there, aren’t they? Don: (Pausing) Yes, Jack. They are. C.C.........is a friend of mine. Good man. One of my favorite people. As Marie was. Jack: A lot of history between you two, wasn’t there? Don: Yes. Yes there was. I still can’t believe.......(Tears welling up)........that she’s gone. Jack places his hand on Don’s shoulder and tells him.... Jack: She’s at home now, Don. I really believe that this is what will get the family through. Trust in that. Don: From your lips to God’s Ears, Jack. Jack places his arm around Don’s shoulder and they both walk outside to breath in the day air. It is at this point where Nick comes downstairs and tells everyone that Alice is getting ready and that the funeral procession will start as soon as the limousines arrive, which has started happening out in front of the house. From her bedroom window, Alice can see the cars pull up and more family and friends arriving. Hope walks back into her bedroom carrying a scarf that Marie always loved and places it around her neck and shoulders. As Hope stands back up to leave, Alice grabs her hand tightly. She then says, through a shaking voice... Alice: Oh, God. How can I bury another child, Hope? I can’t do this. Hope: Gran, I will be right there. Your whole family has come home for two reasons.....to say goodbye to Marie and to help you through this. You are not alone. Believe me when I say that. Alice: Then......you will have to be my rock, dear. Just like you have been since word came. Please? I need you now, ok? Hope: (Stroking her hair) I’m not going anywhere, Gran. I’m right here. Hope kisses Alice on her cheek and then sits next to her on her bed. As she is hugging Alice, a knock comes at her bedroom door. When Alice tells the person to come in, she breaks down when she sees the faces of her two sons, Tommy and Bill. Hope stands up as they both look at Alice, with tears streaming down their faces. Alice slowly lifts her arms up, reaching out for her children who slowly walk over, kneel down, and embrace their mother. As they cry in her arms, just like when they were little boys, she looks down at both of them, who are now looking at her for comfort and, with Hope standing next to her uncles, crying, she tells her boys..... Alice: Now, you two know that your sister wouldn’t want you crying like this. She loved you two so much. Bill: (Standing up) Yes, ma’am. (Wiping his tears away) You’re right, as usual. Tommy: (Sitting next to her) She didn’t hurt much, did she? Alice: No, son. At the end, she was at peace. I can feel it. When any of my children are in pain or joy and happiness has filled their day, I can feel it. A gift from God, I guess. No. Your sister was the happiest she has been in her whole life. You both keep that with you. Ok? Bill: We will, Ma. I just......miss her so much. This house used to be full with laughter and arguing and good times. Alice: And it still is, Bill. I hear it every day. This house is still full. With the love of a family who has grown. Together. Alice reaches her hand out and takes Bill’s hand. Alice: And now........it is time to take Marie home. To her final resting place. I’ll need you all for that today. So (as Tommy and Bill help her stand up) Let’s be strong and show what the Hortons are made of, ok? Bill: Yes, ma’am. Bill and Tommy help Alice walk downstairs as Hope walks behind them. As they descend the stairs, other family members and friends watch the quiet strength that Alice is showing and are gaining strength from her as well. She stops at the entrance to the living room and quietly says..... Alice: Marie would be so humbled to see you all here. Probably as humbled as I am. Thank you so much for going the last mile with her. More of her family members step forward to give her hugs and kisses. People that Alice hasn’t seen in so very long but have kept in contact. One by one, each one tells her......... Sandy Horton: It’s so good to see you. Spencer Olsen: Sure is. You still going strong. Sarah Horton: That's Gran. It's all about that strong constitution of hers. Jessica Blake Fallon: As always. It is our honor to be here today......to say farewell. Joshua Fallon: That is the honest to God’s truth. Nick looks on and smiles as he stands next to Hope and Melissa. What Melissa doesn’t know is that someone else is standing behind her. And, a moment later, she hears one voice say...... Pete Jannings: Aye there, pretty lady. Melissa turns around and gives Pete a big hug, thanking him for coming to this family event. Pete tells her, in front of everyone, that he knows how much Marie meant to her, and he didn’t see himself anywhere else but right there. By her side. Melissa smiles at Pete and holds his hand tightly, telling him that she will need him to get through today. Pete responds, saying..... Pete: Your wish is my command. And then he kisses her on her cheek. This makes Alice smile, as she tells everyone..... Alice: Well, I guess it’s time. Is everything ready? Bill: Yes, Mama. Marie’s hearse is here. The limousines are all out front. Tommy: Shall we go, Mother? Alice: Yes. It’s time (Her voice shaking) to take Marie home. Everyone watches as Tommy and Bill walk Alice out to her limousine, as everyone files out and into their respected car. Nick is the last one out and locks the door. He then takes a few steps forward and looks up at the sky, as he tells the heavens........ Nick: Well, Grandma, it’s going to be a full house. I knew you could pack ‘em in. See you at the church. Nick then walks towards the limousine and gets in, as they all start up as one. The hearse then slowly pulls off and heads down the street, as the fleet passes by all of Marie’s old stomping grounds. Salem High School, the soda shop on the corner, a hamburger place that she ate at after school, and many other sites where she spent her youth. Members of the community, reading about Marie’s death, and knowing that today is her funeral, stand on the sidewalks, at the corners of streets, and come out of their stores and shops to pay their quiet, kind respects to a member of one of Salem’s best families. They take their hats off, members of the police department and veterans, some of whom worked with Marie, salute and others waive, expressing their sorrow for Alice and her family during one of Marie’s last rides. Nick then passes the driver a disc and asks him to play it. The driver tells him no problem and when he puts the disc in the CD player, the song that starts playing is Sweet Jane by The Cowboy Junkies . Nick knew that this was one of her favorite songs and had heard her humming it when he spent the night with her. That is why he always thought that she was so cool. An old soul, Alice called her. As the song played and as they get closer to the church, Bill looks towards a playground and sees himself with a young Marie, pushing her on a swing. A tear comes down his face as he remembers his sister then. At that moment, she gets off of the swing, turns around, and waves at Bill. Bill smiles and slightly waves back, hoping no one saw him. When he looks, he sees Hope looking right at him, smiling. He smiles back at her and when he turns his head back to look at the playground, Marie is gone. He breathes deeply and clutches his mother’s hand again, gaining strength from her at this time. As the song ends and the camera crews from the local news record the funeral procession as it arrives at the church, the scene very slowly fades to black. On the Next Salem Lives... DON'T MISS THE TEARFUL CONTINUATION OF A TRIBUTE TO MARIE HORTON IN PART 2 OF THIS SPECIAL TWO DAY EVENT.

VENDETTA CLIP #6 The MCF continues to hold a gun to Cassie's head and has his or her hand covering her mouth. He drags her through several alleys and repeatedly reminds her not to do anything stupid and to remain silent. Cassie notices that they are going deeper and deeper into Salem's seedy part of town. She notices they are entering the upper west side warehouse district. The MCF then stops at a warehouse and peers through the window. He or she then takes out some sort of gadget. The MCF attaches the gadget to the door handle and Cassie witnesses the gadget turn the door knob and break it right off. The MCF then opens the door and drags Cassie in to the damp, dark warehouse. He or she drags Cassie through the dark as Cassie can feel herself knocking into crates and tables left and right. The MCF then stops and says: MCF (via voice changer): We are going some stairs. Follow my lead and don't try anything funny. The MCF continues to cover Cassie's mouth with his or her hand. Cassie is then dragged up the stairs, trying to maintain her balance and to keep from getting injured. After making it up a long and winding steel staircase, Cassie can feel she is on flat ground now. They walk for a short distance before stopping again. The MCF uses his or her lock gadget again to open the door. MCF: Get in. The MCF drags her further into the room and then finally lets go of her. The MCF holds her at gunpoint and says: MCF: Good girl. You behaved better then I thought. Cassie: Who are you? What do you want? MCF: You'll see in due time. I must go though but you are going to wait here for awhile. Cassie: You are the one the police are after. Your the mysterious cloaked figure that has been terrorizing everyone. Your the person who shot my grandfather and put him in a coma! MCF: I am also the person that can make you dear old grandpa Dimera never wakes up from that coma if you don't follow my instructions and behave yourself. Cassie: Why are you doing this? Why did you shoot my grandfather and why are you lurking around messing with so many people? You asked me when you called if I wanted revenge on Chelsea, Max, and Abby. How do you know them? How do you know... MCF: WOULD YOU STOP WITH THE QUESTIONS?! Just sit down and wait for me to get back and then we will handle our business. Cassie: What business? MCF: You'll see. I will answer one question for you. It's one of the very questions your grandfather asked me before he went into la la land. You asked why I am doing this and there is a very simple answer to that. It's what you want, Cassie. You feel wronged, don't you? You want to destroy your enemies...you want Max, Abby, and even Chelsea to pay don't you? Cassie: Yeah... MCF: That's what I want. I want my enemies to pay. I want revenge, Cassie. I will do whatever it takes to get that revenge. Like I told your father that night, it's called a VENDETTA. That is what this is and, if I have my way, soon I will achieve the goals I set long ago. I have waited so long and it's all so close at hand. Cassie: I don't understand. MCF: Good. Let's keep it that way. I must go. Don't do anything stupid because, if you do, I will know it. Beleive me, your being watched. Cassie: How? This places looks abandoned. MCF: I have my ways. I will be back soon. The MCF closes the door. Cassie reaches the door and tries to open it but can't. She doesn't understand how that is possible as the MCF broke the lock off the door. Meanwhile, outside, the MCF has put some sort of electronic lock on the door and then pulls out a small television monitor. The MCF turns it on and he or she can see Cassie inside the locked room. MCF: Told you I have my ways. You just stay put, Ms. Dimera. You and me have much to discuss. The MCF leaves as the scene shifts back to the room where Cassie is. We can see a small camera bug attached to one of the desks in the room, which is how the MCF is watching Cassie on his or her monitor. Cassie realizes she can't get out of the room. Cassie: It's no use. This person found someway to lock it. God...what is going on? Who would want to do all this? Why is he or she doing this to us? Why?! The scene then fades out on Cassie's bewildered face and then fades into...

The MCF uses the voice changer at all times in case he or she is found or gets caught. This way no one knows his or her identity unless they actually catch him or her In regards to James and Marlena, they do know but it was an understanding between the MCF and all of his or her assistants not to call him or her by anything but vague names like "cloaked one" or "boss" or things like that. Plus, Marlena, James, Alan, etc all know they are dealing with a dangerous threat and we know that all of them are involved in this plan for some reason or personal goal they want accomplished. They won't say anything because they know what he or she is capable of and they still might need the MCF. It's kind of like they are using the MCF in a way just like he or she is using them. More will be revealed as we go along and when the climax gets here, everything will be told right down to the last detail. You'll see that it will all fit together well.

-At University Hospital, it's a new day in Salem as Cassie is visiting a comatose Stefano. She is begging him to fight to return to those who love him. A nurse then comes in and tells Cassie there is a phone call for her at the nurses station. Cassie tells Stefano she will be back and goes to take the call. When she reaches the nurses station and picks up the phone, she says "Hello" repeatedly with no response. Cassie: Hello? Is anyone... Voice: Hello, Cassie. Cassie: Who is this? We then see the person on the other end of the call...IT'S THE MCF!!! MCF (via voice changer): Never mind who I am. If you want revenge on Max Brady, Chelsea Brady, and Abby Deveraux...come to the alley on South Market Street by 9AM sharp. Cassie: Who is this? Why are you calling... MCF: Nevermind the questions. Come...or grandpa Dimera meets his maker. You have one hour to meet me at the location requested. The MCF then hangs up, leaving Cassie puzzled and frightened. -At the penthouse, Belle is dressing Claire when the doorbell rings. She answers it and is shocked to see Philip. She tells him he isn't welcome there and that she will call security. Philip tells her to calm down and just listen. He tosses some documents at her and says: Philip: Here you go. Papers signed. Happy? Belle is stunned. -At the Kiriakis Mansion, Nicole races up and knocks on the door feverishly. Henderson answers and Nicole tells him she must speak to Victor. Henderson says he will announce her but Nicole runs right past him and into the living room, where Victor is reading the newspaper and asks what the meaning of this is. Nicole says she needs to talk to him and that she may need his help and protection. -At Sami and Lucas's apartment, Sami and Lucas are preparing for Marie Horton's funeral and are waiting for Eric to arrive. Lucas knocks on Will's door and asks if he is ready. They don't want to be late. Will says he is almost ready. Lucas says ok and rejoins Sami as there is a knock on the door. It's Eric. Eric asks them both if they heard anything about Carrie. Sami explains that she talked to Austin and he told her that Carrie cried herself to sleep and has not woke up yet. He doesn't think they will make the funeral. Eric says that is too bad. He really hopes Austin or someone can get through to Carrie. Sami asks Eric if he has talked to Nicole at all since the incident with Carrie yesterday. Eric shakes his head. Sami notices a look of bewilderment on Eric's face and asks what is wrong. Eric explains to Sami that he feels like there is alot Nicole is holding back and that is one of the major problems in their marriage right now. Sami asks Eric if he thinks Nicole is up to something. -At Carrie and Austin's hotel room, Austin answers the door after hearing a knock and finds Kate at the door. Kate says she came to check on Carrie. Austin asks how she knew. Kate explains she was at Salem Place and saw the whole thing. She just didn't want to get involved or interfere. Austin smiles and sarcastically says that it's not like her to interfere. Kate says she just thinks it was too volitile a situation for her to step into. He seemed to have it under control. Kate asks how Carrie is doing and Austin explains that she cried herself to sleep and still hasn't awakened yet. He admits he is worried about her and doesn't know what he is going to do. Meanwhile, Carrie is sleeping in bed and is recalling giving up her baby to Alan and lying about it to cover it up. She then recalls holding Evan and screaming that he is her child. Carrie then wakes from her dream by jumping up and says she knows that Evan is hers. She doesn't know how but she felt it. She knows no one will beleive her and decides it's time to stop crying and acting like a victim. Carrie says she needs to do something about this...on her own. If no one will support her or beleive her, she will just prove her claims independantly. Outside the bedroom, Austin is showing Kate the engagement ring he bought and Kate says it's beautiful. Austin admits he isn't sure he should give it to her but Kate thinks it may help Carrie. It gives her something good to hold on to and to help take her mind off things. Austin hears Carrie coming and hides the ring. Carrie enters the room and says hi to Kate. She then tells Austin they need to talk. Kate thinks that they should be alone and admits she has to go anyway. She tells both of them to call if they need anything and bids them goodbye. After she leaves, Austin admits he is happy to see her calmer and moving around. Austin then asks Carrie what she wants to talk about. Carrie tells Austin it's about the baby...her baby. She says she has something to tell him. -Back at the penthouse, Belle asks Philip what he is up to. Philip says nothing. He had no choice. He stands to lose too much so he had to sign the papers. Belle says she is glad he did. Philip sees Claire inside and asks if he can have just one minute with her but Belle refuses, saying they need to get to Marie Horton's funeral. Philip realizes that is today and says he understands and tells Belle to give the Horton's his condolences. He reminds Belle to contact him about arranging visitation. Belle says she will do that. Philip begins to leave but then turns back towards Belle and apologizes for hurting her. Philip: That was a big mistake and I apologize, wholeheartedly. Belle is silent as Philip wishes her a good day and leaves via the elevator. Belle shuts the door behind her and wonders why he was so cooperative and civil to her. Meanwhile, in the elevator, Philip tells himself: Philip: You may have one this round, Belle, but I will win the war. Philip Kiriakis doesn't plan on losing...ever. All in due time...I will make sure it all falls into place. I will have Claire back...and you, Belle. We will have it all and no one will stand in the way. -Back at the Kiriakis Mansion, Nicole fills Victor in on what happened with Carrie at Salem Place and Kate interrogating her yesterday. Victor reveals to Nicole that Kate interrogated him yesterday too. Nicole panics and tells Victor he can't let this happen. Nicole: I need your word. Please!!! I can't lose everything!!! Victor: Oh, silence!! I fulfilled our deal. You helped me with Maggie and I agree to keep that a secret and also help you get Lucas' old job at Titan and adopt that kid of yours. I did all that. No more. You take care of the rest by yourself. I have enough problems and I don't need you always on my case about some new problem. Your crafty, Nicole. Your also quite resourcesful. Figure something out and help yourself!! Nicole: Do I have to remind me that if I go down you go down with me? Victor: Really? What do I lose? Maggie saw us "in bed" together. I am not married. People know our history. They will never beleive you over me. You have nothing, Nicole. I have all the balls in my court. You are married and if Eric somehow learns of our fake tryst for Maggie's benefit, he may misinterpret it and that will be it for you two. Hell, the fact that you went to me to help and used my power to obtain that child and that Titan job has him angry with you enough. You will lose the most here, Nicole. If you continue to harass me like this, I will tell Eric everything and that precious baby and job I helped you get, will be gone in a flash. Do you understand? Nicole: Yeah. Fine. Victor: Good. Now get out. I don't want to hear from you anymore unless it's a matter of great important to me. Not you! To me! Got it? Nicole: Yes. Victor: Henderson, please escort my ex out please. Henderson shows Nicole out. Outside, Nicole vows not to give up without a fight. She promises to fight Kate, Carrie, and anyone else she has to. She isn't losing her life or her dream. She will not lose her job or Evan. She will make sure of it and do whatever it takes to do so. Nicole leaves as Kate reveals herself from behind the bushes. Kate wishes she heard everything Nicole said or that she would've heard her with Victor but is confident she is close to the truth. Kate vows it's only a matter of time before she busts Nicole. -Back at Sami and Lucas's, Eric tells Sami and Lucas that he doesn't beleive Carrie when she says Evan is her's. That is too convenient. However, he does buy that Nicole did something for Victor in exhange for his getting her Lucas's old Titan job and Evan. Sami says she knew Nicole didn't change. It was too easy. Sami says she takes back trying to encourage him to give his marriage another chance. She wants him nowhere near Nicole. Lucas agrees, saying he knows firsthand how vindictive she can be. Eric says he knows about her past but she was different when they reunited and came back to Salem. He admits that they may have rushed into marriage because he was on his deathbed but he thinks they can work things out if they communicate and are honest. Sami laughs and tells him good luck with that. Lucas looks at his watch and tells Will to hurry up or they will be late. Meanwhile, Will is in his room on his computer surfing the net. He is searching for information on how to deal with and move on from molestation. He then wishes that he could tell someone but Alan threatened him and his family. he has to stay silent. He just is thankful to have told his Uncle Bo, who went through the same thing in the past. He hopes to get away again soon to talk to him more about how to deal with what happened to him. Lucas calls out to him again. Will says he is coming. Will comes out of his room as Sami and Lucas both ask if he is ok. Will says he is fine. Eric comments on his sharp he looks. Lucas then ushers everyone out, saying they need to go. Lucas and Will leave as Sami tells Eric she still has hope things will work out for mom, Carrie, him, and the whole family. Eric says he still does too and he says that they need to have hope. It's all some of them have right now. Sami smiles and they follow Lucas and Will out the apartment door, shutting it behind them. -Back at Carrie and Austin's room, Carrie apologizes to Austin for her behavior. She admits she just wanted her child back so much and Evan was the first child she held since her baby "died." Austin says he figured that and understands. He promises her that it will all be ok. They will get past this together. Carrie says she knows they will. He then asks her if she wants to call the Horton's or send a card to express condolences. Carrie remembers Marie Horton's funeral is today and tells Austin she feels well enough to go. She wants to support the Horton's and be there for them like they have been for her at times. Besides, Mike will be there and she wants to support him too. Austin asks if she is sure. Carrie says she is. She tells him to give her a few minutes to change. They may run a little late but they can still make it. Austin says ok and goes to get changed. While alone, Carrie tells herself that she is sorry she had to lie to Austin again but he nor anyone else is going to beleive her claims about Evan and she knows he is hers. She will just find the proof on her own and then she will have what she needs to get her child back and make everything right again. -Cassie arrives at the alley the MCF instructed her to go to. No one is around and barely a pindrop can be heard as the alley is on the seedy part of town and is isolated from the bustling city area. Cassie: What the hell is going on? Where is this person who called? What is this some sort of sick joke? Cassie continues to walk until she is grabbed from behind by the MCF!!! The MCF puts his or her hand over her mouth and puts a gun to her head, saying: MCF (via voice changer): Do as I say. Don't fight me. Just come along and I won't hurt a pretty little hair on your head, got it? The screen then freezes on Cassie's frightened face with the MCF's hand covering her mouth and then the screen fades out. On the Next Salem Lives... DON'T MISS TWO SPECIAL EPISODES... AS SALEM COMES TOGETHER TO MOURN AND PAY TRIBUTE... TO MARIE HORTON IN TWO SPECIAL EPISODES... TOMARROW AND FRIDAY. BE THERE FOR THE SALEM LIVES EVENT...BEGINNING RIGHT HERE TOMARROW!!! WARNING: KLEENEX ALERT-MAKE SURE YOU HAVE TWO DAYS WORTH OF TISSUES!!

-At Katherine's cabin near Green Mountain, she opens the door to look out. She is worried that Cal isn't back yet and wonders if something is wrong as nightfall is upon them. She hears something moving with her foot and looks down to find a note with her name on it. It's from Cal, who says he has to take care of something and that he may not be back until sometime tomarrow. Katherine wonders what is going on with him. Meanwhile, Cal is in a truck with a guy nameed Jed, thanking him for giving him a ride. Jed tells him it's no problem. He knows that him and his lady friend have been staying that cabin together for quite a few months and everything he has seen suggests they are good people. Jed insists he had to make a run into town anyway. Cal is just grateful that Jed lives in a cabin nearby and that he happened to run into him. He admits being afraid to ask him to help him but since he saw him packing for a trip he figured that Jed was his best option. Jed says it's all good and asks why Cal is headed into town. He tells Cal he always sees his lady friend going into town for groceries and supplies but never him. Cal admits that Katherine never let him leave all that much. She wanted him isolated. Jed asks why Cal would have to be isolated. Jed stops the car and asks Cal to tell him if something is wrong with him because, if there is, he wants him out of his car right now. -At Salem Place, Sami is with Lucas and Eric having a cup of coffee at Java Cafe. All three are discussing their worry concerning Carrie and how much she is beginning to fall apart. Sami tells both Eric and Lucas that Carrie may end up right next to mom...in the psych ward. Meanwhile, at Carrie and Austin's room at the Salem Inn, Carrie is lying on the couch motionless. Austin looks at her and notices her blank stare. He asks if she is ok. Carrie doesn't answer. Austin turns around and then takes out the engagement ring he bought earlier. He wonders if he should still propose with Carrie's mental state being like it is. -Nicole arrives at the Salem Inn and is on her way up to her suite when she bumps right into Kate. Kate says hello to her and comments on how busy she has been. Nicole doesn'ty understand. Kate says that she heard about her marital problems and about her new baby. Nicole asks Kate what she wants and says she has no time to deal with her. Kate says that she also knows about her getting Lucas's old job at Titan and wants to know how she managed to get Victor to agree to that since he hates her. Nicole is silent. Kate also asks Nicole what other favors Victor did for her. -At the Kiriakis Mansion, Victor comes downstairs calling for Philip. Philip comes in and asks what is going on. Victor says he just learned of what happened with Belle. Victor: How stupid can you be? How could you hit her? And to let your mother see it...Philip! Philip: How did you find out? Victor: Oh, so that was it. You weren't going to tell me. Did you think I wasn't going to find out? I have cameras all over this house and Nick directed my attention to footage of what happened between you and Belle. He was examining the footage and saw everything. Philip: I lost my temper. I just couldn't take it anymore. Victor: That is no excuse. You must keep your emotions in check. You are a Kiriakis. Act like it. What you did was stupid. You may as well have given Claire to Belle on a silver platter. Philip: I can fight this, dad. We can. I have power and resources as your son but if you help me and we use all the power and resources we have at our family's disposal... Victor: No! You know, I knew when I was presumed dead and you had a taste of power as head of the empire that your ego would get inflated and you would get power hungry. I just never thought I would see you like this. I am not getting involved in this Philip. I have enough on my plate with the cloaked figure mystery and everything else. Philip: So, again, you push your son and his needs aside. Victor: Don't you get it!! If this cloaked person isn't stopped, we are all in danger. There is no telling what this son of a bitch can do and will do! I am doing this for you and all I care about. Philip: Whatever. I know damn well this is about your darling Maggie too. You continue to sniff around her like some kind of... Victor (takes Philip by the collar): YOU SHUTUP!! You have no right to go off on people like this you spoiled brat! I heard the way you talked to your mother and it's the same way you are talking to me and I won't have it. Your time as head of the empire has corrupted you beyond words and if this keeps up, you won't have anything at your disposal. You will be completely cut off from it all. Do you understand me? Philip: You would really do that? Victor: If this behavior doesn't stop, damn right I would. (lets go of Philip's shirt collar) Now, this is what you are going to do. You will sign the papers and give Belle full custody. Accept visitation and clean up your act. Prove yourself to her and to me. We both need to know that you aren't going to continue down this path you are on. Once you have done all that, we will look into fighting to get full custody again at a later date. Hell, maybe Belle will even give you another chance or give you joint custody without legal action being taken. There is nothing else that can be done, Philip. If word gets out about what you did, it will be a PR nightmare for this family and yoru good name and reputation will be destroyed and my name and reputation will take a hit. That would hurt business and the power and honor that are family stands for. Philip: But... Victor: No buts. You agree to Belle's demands or you lose everything. Your choice. -Back at Katherine's cabin, Katherine is contemplating her relationship with Cal. She wonders if she is ready for this type of relationship. She has never experienced love in her life. She has never found a guy to feel that strongly about and there were times she never beleived in that kind of love. She wonders if what she feels for Cal is that kind of love or if it's even something that could last. She sits down near the fireplace and wonders if she and him have a future or even a real relationship given the many doubts she has about how she feels and about how Cal feels. Meanwhile, Cal has just finished explaining his and Katherine's story and everything about himself to Jed. Jed is in awe and apologizes to Cal. Jed insists that he didn't want to pry but he was concerned. Cal understands. Jed starts the truck up again and apologizes for delaying their trip. He just didn't want to continue on if something was up with Cal. Cal says it's fine. All he is worried about is that his plan works as it may be his only chance. Jed looks at Cal and smiles. Jed: You love this Katherine gal alot, don't you? Cal: Yeah. You know, walking through the woods today and telling you everything that has happened, it just made me realize that I love her more then I even knew. I just have to show her and prove myself to her and this is my only chance. I have to get it right and I only hope I can get everything I need to do that. Jed: Well, I will do my best to make sure we make up time. The quicker we get there, the quicker you can get back to your lady love and make that magic happen. Cal: Thanks. Thanks for everything. I just hope it all works out. It has to. -Back at the Kiriakis Mansion, Philip turns away from Victor in disgust and then back towards him and says: Philip: You really think I don't have a choice? Victor: Just do it. I promise you, Philip. It's for the best and we will take further action down the road. I must go. Nico is waiting for me and there is some business that needs tending to. I apologize for being harsh but you needed it and heed my words, Philip. They're for the best. Victor leaves as Philip says: Philip: Like hell they are. I will sign the papers and give in to Belle this time but I am not going to wait around for you, old man. I am sick of empty promises. I am not going to rely on anyone anymore. I am going to acquire the power I need to get what I want. Then, I don't have to ask anyone for help. Not dad...not mom. Not anyone. No more doormat Philip. No more caving in...I am out for me and only me from now on. Once I have unlimited power and influence, no one will stop me. No one. -Back at the Salem Inn, Nicole tells Kate to just leave her alone and mind her own business. Her kids are sick of her meddling and so is she. Kate says she knows Nicole is hiding something. She saw what happened with Carrie at Salem Place. Kate adds that she intends to find out if Carrie's claims were true and what exactly is going on between Victor and Nicole. She will find out what he helped her with and what he asked for in return from her. Nicole says she is full of it. Kate: Think what you want, honey. You know...I always wondered. Isn't it funny how you and Eric found that baby the same night as Carrie's mysteriously "died?" And to find it at Green Mountain, which is roughly 30 or 40 miles away. Odd coincidence. And Carrie feeling such a connection to the child. Wow...well, you have a nice night, Nicole. I am sure that you and me will be talking quite a but in the days to come. A cocky and smiling Kate leaves as Nicole shows a look of panic and wonders what is she going to do. Kate can't find out about her and Victor's deal. Nicole also begins to wonder if Carrie's claims could be true and Evan is hers. She thinks about how that could be true and how the baby ended up at Green Mountain. No matter what, she refuses to give up her son. Evan is hers and Nicole vows to fight whoever she has to to hold on to him. -Back at Salem Place, Eric tells Sami not to think like that. Sami apologizes but reminds Eric of the way Carrie was when she left. This baby thing has hit her hard and it could be enough to push her to the limit just like all the things that happened to mom over the years made her snap. Lucas says they just have to hope that Austin can help her and get through to her and, if not him, someone else. Sami and Eric both hope he is right as their family can't take another tragedy with everything else that has happened and that is going on. Meanwhile, back in Carrie and Austin's room, Austin continues to contemplate proposing and realizes it could do Carrie some good. It will give her something to look forward to and something good in her life to hold on to. He looks at and recalls thinking she was doing so well. He goes and sits next to her and asks her again if she is ok. She is still silent. Austin gets frustrated and begs her to talk to him and asks what she wants from him. Carrie: I want my baby. Go to Nicole and get him. Austin: Carrie...I think holding Evan and...I think you kind of were in a fantasy world. I think you want your baby back so desperately and holding Evan kind of fulfilled that want and need. He is not yours. Carrie: Eric and Nicole found him the same night he was born. Green Mountain isn't that far away. He is mine, Austin. I know it. I felt it. Austin: Carrie, it's all a coincidence. I will admit I questioned it too but you said your baby was dead. Why would you lie Carrie (recalling that she lied and her reasons for it): He's mine. I know it. Austin (pulling Carrie up slowly and grabbing her): LISTEN TO ME!! YOUR BABY IS GONE!!! HE'S GONE!! YOUR LIVING IN A FANTASY...A DREAM!! HE'S GONE!! IT'S HARD...I KNOW. THAT CHILD COULD BE MINE TOO OR IT COULD BE MY NEPHEW. HE IS GONE CARRIE!! Carrie: NO!!!! Austin: Yes!!! Deep down, you know I am right!! Carrie: No!! I want my baby!!! I want my baby!!! Carrie begins to bang on Austin's chest and crumbles in his arms, crying hysterically as Austin holds her and does his best to comfort her as the screen fades out. On the Next Salem Lives... Carrie to Austin: I have something to tell you... Sami to Eric (with Lucas): You think Nicole is up to something? Philip to Belle: Here you go. Papers signed. Happy? Nicole to Victor: I need your word. Please!!! I can't lose everything!!! Cassie: What the hell is going on?

VENDETTA CLIP #5 The MCF is in his or her hideaway in the abandoned warehouse office. He or she is sitting at the surveillance center, monitoring several Salemites. MCF (looking at Kate leaving Victor's mansion): I got you right where I want you, Katie. Your so close to the truth and soon you will know the truth, just the way I want it. The MCF then flips the scene on one monitor to show Nicole. MCF: And you...when Kate learns the truth, my plan can begin. The MCF then looks at one of the other monitors, which is showing Katherine's cabin at Green Mountain. The MCF sees that she is alone and asks: MCF: Now where did Cal go...hmm. I will have to keep an eye on those two. I need them to be exactly how I want them in order to keep all my plans in line. Cal's past (takes a file that says WINTERS, CAL on it out of a drawer nearby) is my ticket to making sure I accomplish all of my goals. The MCF then gets up and closes up the closes the door to the surveillance center to conceal it. He or she then goes over to the desk and turns to look at the photo collage he or she created on the wall. MCF: It's now time to move things along. I have much business to take care of. Looks like I have a few visits and calls to make. The MCF caresses the photos on the walls with his or her hand, admiring them. He or she then says: MCF: The day of reckoning is approaching. Soon all the pieces will come together and I will have the sweet revenge I desire so much. The good people of Salem have seen nothing yet. The MCF then laughs uncontrollably as he or she walks out of the room, turning the lights off behind him or her as the screen fades into: VENDETTA WEEK TWO RESULTS!!! 1.) DH23 Comment Score: 10 pts (12 comments) Trivia Score: 10 pts (all correct, 1st sent in) Week Two Total: 20 pts 2.) Tishy Comment Score: 9 pts (7 comments) Trivia Score: 9 pts (all correct, 2nd sent in) Week Two Total: 18 pts 3.) Psychofan Comment Score: 8 pts (2 comments) Trivia Score: 0 pts (no answers submitted) Week Two Total: 8 pts 4.) Ryan Chandler Comment Score: 7 pts (1 comment) Trivia Score: 0 pts (no answers submitted) Week Two Total: 7 pts 5.) Rick, daysfan, and Hoganstays Comment Score: 0 pts (no comments) Trivia Score: 0 pts (no answers submitted) Week Two Total: 0 pts each Therefore, after week Two, the total standings are as follows: 1.) DH23 (38 pts) 2.) Tishy (37 pts) 3.) psychofan (25 pts) 4.) Ryan Chandler (14 pts) 5.) daysfan (7 pts) 6.) Rick and Hoganstays (0 pts) The 3 players highlighted in red will recieve Vendetta clues via PM tonight. Make sure to check your PM boxes. The clues will be sent around 11 PM EST. Reminder: Since DH23 is the winner of week one, they will get the level one clue this week. Tishy will get the level 2 clue and psychofan will get level 3 clue for this week. Good work everyone and keep commenting and reading!! To those that submitted trivia answers last week and didn't this week, remember that trivia questions are posted in the INSIDER on Saturdays and you have until Tuesday at 4PM to send me answers. Also, reminder, THERE IS NO TRIVIA THIS WEEK DUE TO THE EASTER HOLIDAY. THERE IS ALSO NO INSIDER THIS WEEK. ONLY COMMENTS WILL BE COUNTED THIS WEEK SO COMMENT AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. TRIVIA WILL RETURN IN THE APRIL 16 EDITION OF THE INSIDER AND THAT TRIVIA WILL FOCUS ON EPISODES POSTED DURING THIS WEEK AND NEXT WEEK. REMEMBER TO COMMENT AND KEEP READING BECAUSE COMMENT SCORES FOR WEEK 3 WILL BE POSTED SATURDAY. IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE PM ME. THANKS.

-At the Horton House, Hope arrives and tells Alice that everything is all set the the funeral. She just hopes everyone's flights arrive on time. Alice doesn't answer and Hope asks if she is ok. Alice says: Alice: It's going to be one of the hardest days of my life. Your children aren't supposed to leave this world before you. Alice begins to tear up, saying she has to be strong and wants to be. Hope embraces her and tells her she is strong but that she needs to just grieve and let her emotions out. They both comfort each other as tears fall from their eyes. -At University Hospital, Julie arrives in Maggie's room for a visit. She greets Maggie with a smile and asks her how it feels to be going home tomarrow. Maggie says she won't be going home or to the funeral tomarrow....because the police are on their way to question her about the fire at Chez Rouge. Julie displays a look of panic. Maggie says the jig is up and that she has no intentions to fight it. She is just going to turn herself in. Julie tells her not to that and says: Julie: You didn't set that fire, Maggie. That is what you are going to tell the police. -At Salem Place, Austin and Eric are stunned when Sami and Lucas reiterate what they observed when they were with Carrie earlier. Both Sami and Lucas add that they are really worried about Carrie, which makes Austin and Eric feel the same way. Meanwhile, outside Ballistix, Nicole asks Carrie what she is talking about as Kate watches and overhears. Carrie tells Nicole again that the baby she is holding is her baby. Nicole says that isn't possible....this is the baby Eric and herself found. Carrie admits she feels a connection to Evan and says that's it's like a maternal instinct. This is her child. She knows it. A panicked Nicole doesn't know what to do and wonders why Carrie is feeling and acting this way. As Kate watches, she sees how worried Nicole seems to be but reminds herself that anyone would be worried if someone else was claiming their child as their own. Kate recalls her conversation with Henderson about Victor and Nicole and decides to head over to talk with Victor. -Back at University Hospital, Maggie reminds Julie that she has already remembered committing the crime so she has to confess. Julie points out to Maggie that she claimed her memories were blurred so she may not be remembering correctly. Julie also tells Maggie she has something to tell her that she waited to tell her until she was well enough. Julie admits that she saw Marlena exiting Chez Rouge after smoke began pouring out of the restaurant. Maggie says that doesn't prove nothing. Maggie looks at Julie and asks why she wants her to lie and why she is trying to push all this on Marlena. Julie says that Marlena is the prime suspect. She was in the area and her current condition and behavior wouldn't make it surprising if she did set the fire. Maggie is adamant that she knows she did it. She can remember enough to know that she is responsible and has to pay. Julie reminds Maggie to think about her family and friends. The Horton's are going through a difficult time right now and her being arrested and all the press and media around them because of it...it would be too much. Julie doesn't think the family can deal with that kind of thing right now. Plus, Julie points out, Marlena is going to have to be locked up for a long time. She needs help so pinning the crime on her would not keep Marlena from being freed anytime sooner. She will be declared insane in court regardless so she isn't being hurt if the fire is pinned on her. Maggie feels guilty as Marlena is her friend. Julie says she is her friend too but the family doesn't need any more problems and the family needs Maggie to be there for them. Maggie says she can't coverup her crime and that it's just asking too much. Mickey's death still eats awat at her and this would too, especially since it put Doug in a coma. Maggie asks Julie why she would want to help her after the fact that she started the fire that put her husband in a coma. Julie says she loves Maggie and she is her aunt. She would do anything for her. Maggie smiles as a police officer from the SPD knocks outside, asking Maggie if he can come in. Julie looks at Maggie and says the choice is hers. Maggie invites the officer in and the officer asks Julie if she can leave so he can have some privacy with Maggie. Julie agrees and gives Maggie a knowing stare when she leaves. The officer sits down as Maggie thanks him and the entire SPD for giving her and her family the time and space to recover before questioning her about the fire. The officer says they all understand what a hard time it's been and the Horton's are a well-respected family. The officer then tells Maggie that it's time to get down to business and asks her to recount the circumstances surrounding the fire, if she could. Maggie takes a deep breath and contemplates what to do. -Back at Salem Place, Carrie continues to maintain that Evan is her son. Nicole is getting worried about Evan and wonders if Carrie has snapped. She tells Carrie to give her Evan. Carrie refuses and the women's arguing gets louder. Meanwhile, Austin tells Sami and Lucas that he needs to find out what is going on with Carrie before she goes over the edge, which it seems she may be close to based on what they told him. Eric rejoins them with a cup of coffee and says something big is going down near Ballistix as alot of people are watching something. Austin, Eric, Sami, and Lucas go check it out. When they get to Ballistix, they are stunned to see Carrie and Nicole arguing. Austin and Eric step in the middle, followed by Sami and Lucas. Nicole fills them in on what is going on and Austin looks at Carrie, who tells Austin she has their baby. Austin looks at her, worried along with everyone else. -Kate arrives at the Kiriakis Mansion and rings the bell. Henderson answers. Kate asks if Philip is around. Henderson says no but, if he was, Kate would have to leave. Kate asks where he is. Henderson says he went to talk with some lawyers about the Belle situation. Kate asks if Victor is home and gets an answer quickly as he comes up behind Henderson, asking Kate what she wants. Kate says they need to talk. She enters the mansion and Henderson leaves them alone. Victor asks what's going on. Kate says they do need to talk about Philip but rshe has something else on her mind...Nicole Walker-Brady. Kate tells Victor she wants to know about his involvement with her of late. -Back at the Horton House, Hope returns to the living room to find Alice sleeping in her chair. Hope puts a blanket on her and covers her. She then kisses her forehead and tells her: Hope: Good night and sweet dreams. God knows...you deserve it. Hope then leaves as Alice continues to rest in her chair, peacefully. -Back at University Hospital, the officer exits Maggie's room as Julie watches, wondering what Maggie's decision was. The officer goes over to Julie and tells her he as a question for her. The officer mentions that Maggie said that Julie could back her up on something in her story...and that is that she saw Dr. Marlena Evans leaves Chez Rouge shortly after the fire began. Julie realizes Maggie lied and pinned the crime on Marlena. Julie says that's right. Marlena is who she saw leaving. She just blocked it out with so much going on with the family and all. She just kind of let it slip to the back of her mind. The officer asks Julie if she is sure and she nods. The officer thanks her. Julie asks if Marlena is the one and only suspect. The officer says it seems she isn't a suspect as based on what she and Maggie told him, Marlena is the one that torched Chez Rouge. Julie pretends to act horrified. The officer says he has to go but he will in touch when more details about the case are available and if he or the SPD need anything else. He apologizes for their family's loss, to which Julie thanks him, and he leaves. Julie races back into Maggie's room and smiles. She tells her she did the right thing. Maggie says she hopes so but it doesn't feel right at all. Maggie tells Julie she only did this for their family. Julie understands. Maggie doesn't know if she can live with this guilt combined with the guilt she still feels over Mickey's death. Julie says she has to and that she and her loved ones will help her along the way. Julie promises her that everything will be ok...it has to be as it can't be much worse then this. -Back at the Kiriakis Mansion, Victor asks Kate what makes her think he is involved with Nicole. Kate says she just knows he does and that he has been helping her. She knows he pulled strings to help her get her baby and she knows he gave her Lucas's old Titan job. She asks Victor what their deal was. They hate each other so it had to be a good one. She asks him what she gave him in return. Victor tells Kate to get out. Kate says she will get out when he tells her if everything she has said so far is true. Victor says Nicole is working at Titan now. That will be public knowledge soon anyway and he did help out with the adoption of the baby but that's it. They wanted to start anew with each other so there was no deal. Kate doesn't buy it but Victor doesn't care. He orders her gone. Kate agrees, saying she got what she came for and probably as much as she will get anyway and she doesn't want Philip to see her there. Kate walks out as an angry Victor asks himself why Kate can't mind her own business and why he ever got involved again with Nicole in the first place. Meanwhile, outside the mansion, Kate knows Victor is leaving out alot about what is going on with him and Nicole. She knows he wanted something from her as he always wants something from someone when he helps them. It's how he bargains. Kate vows to find out the truth as to whether Nicole's baby is Carrie's or not. This is about her grandchild and her sons, Austin and Lucas, and she needs to find out the truth for their sakes. -Back at Salem Place, Austin tries to calm Carrie down and asks her to let him have the baby. Carrie tells Austin that she knows he has been waiting to hold what could be his son and she tells Lucas and him they will go to the hospital and do a paternity test ASAP. Austin takes the baby and gives it right back to Nicole. Carrie asks Austin what he is doing. Austin grabs Carrie and tells her that Evan is not thier baby. He is the baby Eric and Nicole found. Their baby is dead. Carrie: No!! Our baby is not dead!! Austin: You told me he was... Sami: Austin...you have to get her out of here and out of public. Lucas: Yeah. She is only making a spectacle out of herself. Austin: Your right. Austin takes Carrie and guides her as they walk. Carrie is breaking down in tears and is inconsolable, still adamant that Evan is her baby. She tries to break free of Austin but she can't and he pulls her along, telling her it's ok. He knows her baby dying was hard. He tells her they will get through it together. Carrie looks back at Nicole with Evan and cries out for her baby as she walks off with Austin. Sami and Lucas feel horrible. Sami feels like this may be too much for Carrie and that she may have completely lost it. Lucas fears the worst too. They embrace and comfort each other. Nicole holds Evan tightly and tells him that mommy is never going to let him go again. She says she is glad he didn't get scared and says to him: Nicole: Not to worry. Mommy will always take care of you. She will never let you go. No one will take you away from me. Nicole then leaves with Evan as Eric watches and asks: Eric: What are you hiding, Nicole? Whatever it is, it's going to come out. Whether you like it or not...it will happen. The screen then fades out on a split screen of Eric, Nicole, Austin holding Carrie, Lucas holding Sami and Evan's little face in the middle. On the Next Salem Lives... Cal: I hope this works. This may be my only chance. Katherine: What the hell could he be doing? Sami to Lucas (and Eric): Carrie may end up right next to mom...in the psych ward. Austin to Carrie: LISTEN TO ME!! YOUR BABY IS GONE!!! HE'S GONE!! Carrie to Austin: NO!!!! Kate to Nicole: Hello, Nicole. My, have you been busy. Victor to Philip: You agree to Belle's demands or you lose everything. Your choice.

Interesting casting. I remember her on Becker. She is good. You have a good blog going on here. Your stories are looking and sounding good so far. I like yoru casting/recasting decisions. I will admit you writing off Hope caught my eye first. I like writers who take risks and that is a big one. I will definitly keep reading and try to comment more. I am a little overworked with my blog right now with everything going on but I will still try and you will definitely see more comments from me once Vendetta is over and things settle. Good work though. I should say that when I first started, my blog went through several changes and then I teamed with Roman and we took off from there. Just find what style is best for you and everything will fall into place. You are off to a good start and I can see you will do great