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  1. PhoenixRising05
    DECEMBER 18, 2007: EPISODE #396: PARTY FEVER


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    It is one hour later and Victor’s party is in full swing. Many of Victor’s friends and soldiers form his home country of Greece have arrived at the party and the liquor is flowing freely while men laugh, tell old stories, play $10,000 pool games and card games, and talk about old friendships renewed. Henderson then walks into the main room in casual wear, as Victor ordered, and is carrying a package. Victor tells him that he is off for the next week as all the men walk over to see what the package is.

    Henderson hands Victor a card, which says.......

    “To A Great Friend.....And A Even Greater Adversary. May Your Life Be Filled With Happiness, And Peace. Sincerely, Stefano DiMera.”

    After Victor is finished reading the card, he looks at the package. He picks it up and shakes it, to which Bo remarks......

    Bo: Sure it’s not ticking?

    Everyone looks at each other as Abe and Roman come over and the other men stand back. Abe knows they should call the bomb squad and Roman says that it would be the best way for Stefano to wipe everyone out. Victor says for now, that is not the case, and steps up to the package and starts opening it. When Victor turns back around......

    The room is empty. Everyone has left the building. Victor looks around and sees Bo’s head slowly peaking up from behind one of the couches. Roman peaks from behind a curtain and Steve opens one of the closet doors slightly. Victor sighs and says everything is fine. Stefano sent Victor a picture of the two of them after they became Made Men.

    At that moment, everyone comes out of the woodwork. Victor starts laughing as he sees these grown men hiding in places he didn’t think was possible. Then he says.....

    Victor: Nice to see you have my back.

    Everyone breaks out in laughter as the music resumes and everything gets back to normal. Roman then looks at Abe, who is walking back toward one of the pool tables and runs over to him. He asks if he can speak with him. Abe pauses for a moment, looking at his friend, and agrees, giving his pool stick to someone else.

    Both men put on their coats, grab a six-pack of the finest imported beer, and walk out onto the balcony. Roman takes one of the beers and hands it to Abe, saying.....

    Roman: Can you forgive your brother......for acting like an ass?
    Abe: I think so.

    Abe takes the beer, opens it, and downs most of it, saying that he needs to get more of this. Roman says he’ll have Victor ship him in all that he needs. The men then sit down and Roman goes on to say how he lost his head. He never meant to say that Abe played second fiddle to him and, from the bottom of his heart, thanks Abe for doing what he tried to do. Abe nods his head and says that he hopes Roman can get his life back to normal. Roman says he’d like to start now.....

    And both men stand up and hug. Abe smiles and starts laughing when he sees Roman wiping his eyes and Roman says that it just started snowing and a flake got into his eyes. Both men laugh and then Abe turns serious, saying that he wanted to wait until tomorrow to tell him this news but one of his contacts inside the D.A.’s Office told him that Patricia is going to charge him with multiple counts of murder. Roman sighs deeply, saying that he figured that. He also finds it amazing that he may face jail time after everything Orpheus and Stefano has done.

    Abe agrees and says Roman better have a good lawyer. Roman says he does and hopes he doesn’t spend the holidays locked up in jail. As the men turn and walk back into the party, the scene shifts......


    SALEM INN

    To the ladies’ party, where they are having a great time as well. So great a time that they don’t see the two very well-built police officers walking into the party. Hope stands up and asks if there is a problem and one of the officers says yes. When she then asks if they are too loud, the officer says they aren’t loud enough......

    And the other officer pulls out a boom box and hits play as the men start stripping. The place explodes in cheers and whistles as both men dance over to Maggie and start stripping in front of her. Even Alice gets into the act, saying to one of the men....

    Alice: Now, young man........I thought your job was to show us some skin. Get to work.

    The women laugh as both men start working the room as Melissa, Sarah and Laura start throwing money towards them. Hope and Kayla puts dollar bills down their G-strings and Caroline, Adrienne and Lexie take pictures of the men as they dance. Billie is actually managing to have a great time, as is Marlena, and Julie remarks to Marlena that it is good to see her laugh and enjoy herself after the year she’s had.

    As Marlena agrees with Celeste, Anna wants to walk over to Carrie and talk to her but every time she looks over to her, Carrie shakes her head no. Abby and Kate can feel the tension between the two and Billie completely ignores Kate for most of the evening. Greta looks at everyone having a great time.......but calls Frankie.......

    Who takes a break from watching a pool game between Steve and Roman to talk to Greta. Frankie asks if the ladies are having a good time and she says just as good a time as the men are having. She then says that she misses him and he replies in kind, saying that he is thinking about her constantly. They both smile as they say their good-byes and Frankie walks back into the pool room.

    Lucas is standing there watching a card game when Frankie pulls him to the side. Frankie tells Lucas that Joellle filed a restraining order against him. Lucas is actually relieved to hear this, saying that the farther he stays away from her, the better. Frankie then tells him that he just better be careful and make sure he stays away from her until the trial. As the two men rejoin the party, Bo and Roman walk over to Victor and tell him that he does know that there are male dancers over at the Salem Inn.

    Victor is worried about that and then says that they need to do something about it. Steve agrees and Abe then turns around and tells all the men that it’s time to go party crashing. The men cheer as they pick up their keys and coats and everyone heads out.

    Thirty minutes later, the women are sitting around drinking and laughing as the strippers put on an encore show. Marlena looks toward the window and sees Roman, Bo and Steve peaking their heads into the party. When Bo looks over and sees Marlena....he grabs Roman, who grabs Steve, and all three men disappear. Marlena halts the dancers and tells the ladies that they have guests.

    Victor walks in with his entourage and says yes, the party has just gotten started. Everyone cheers as they all hug each other and music starts playing as everyone breaks off into couples and starts dancing. After twenty minutes, everyone claps as Bo gathers everyone’s attention. As Victor and Maggie stand arm in arm, he says.........

    Bo: Well, it’s about time. Victor, I knew you would find happiness one day with a very special lady. She’s been a very important part of all our lives for many years and, so, to welcome Maggie into the Kiriakis family, I have something to give her.

    Bo takes a gift and walks over to Maggie and tells her.......

    Bo: Victor will recognize this. It is from his mother and his father gave her this on the day before they were married. I had it sent here to give to you. From what Victor tells me, his parents had a wonderful marriage and that’s what I want for you two.

    Bo kisses Maggie on the cheek, saying.......

    Bo: Welcome to our family.

    Everyone applauds as Victor shakes Bo’s hand and Laura and Alice hug Maggie. The discussion then turns to the best man. Nico says that he is glad that Bo is standing up for Victor on his best day. Bo tells Nico.....

    Bo: Well, that’s where you’re wrong. I talked it over with Victor and we both feel..........that the man who should stand up for him.....is the man who has protected him for all these years.

    Victor then walks over to a confused Nico, taking out a gift for him.

    Victor: Nico.......this is for the best man. Bo has one as well because he’s my son. But, he told me.....that if a man has spent the better part of his life.......saving me from death more times that I care to remember, that he should stand up with me. That man is you, my friend. Please......please say you’ll be my best man.

    Nico takes the gift, which is a brand new custom-made Rolex watch, and puts it on, saying......

    Nico: For you, sir........it would be my honor.

    The two men hug as everyone applauds loudly. Tony then says that the liquor and music will be going all night so everyone should have a great time.........especially since he charged everything to Stefano’s Visa Gold Card. The guests laugh as Tony takes Anna into his arms and, as the music starts playing again, Tony tells her that everything will be ok with Carrie. He’ll see to it. Anna smiles as she dances in Tony’s arms........

    And, as Roman dances with Marlena, he tells her that he and Abe worked some things out. She is so happy to hear that but then Roman tells her that he may end up going to prison for killing Orpheus. Marlena assures Roman that when a jury hears all the evil things he did........twenty years ago and now......that there is no way he’ll serve one day in jail. As the couple look into each other’s eyes and continue to dance.....

    Bo and Hope dance near them, with Hope telling Bo how wonderful it was that he stepped aside and made Nico Victor’s best man. Bo said it was the least he could do. Nico’s a great man and has been there for Victor since they started out together. Hope tells Bo how special he truly is and all Bo can say is......

    Bo: I know.

    As they both laugh, the scene then switches to Victor and Maggie, who just look lovingly into each other’s eyes. The scene lingers on them for a few moments and then slowly fades out.


    I.S.A. HEADQUARTERS IN ST. LOUIS

    Shane tells Miranda by telephone that he is headed to Salem for Victor and Maggie’s wedding. He asks for an update on the search and Miranda, who is in Rio Da Janeiro, says that she has a lead on Lawrence but nothing concrete. Shane tells her to keep on it and she says she will as they hang up. As Shane grabs his luggage and heads out......


    DIMERA PENTHOUSE

    Stefano gets a phone call from a man telling him some information....

    Stefano: Yes.......yes, hello. It’s good to hear your voice. Yes. And the briefcase? Hmmm......that’s what I thought. Well, Victor, Bo and everyone else are looking the other way. As far as they know, that case has disappeared and won’t turn up. Do this. Get our soldiers on this, now. The contents of that case are vital.......

    And may decide the future of four families here in Salem.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    ROMANCE, DECISIONS...AND MUCH MORE AS VICTOR AND MAGGIE'S PARTY WINDS DOWN!!
  2. PhoenixRising05
    DECEMBER 19, 2007-EPISODE #397: PARTY FEVER PART II


    SALEM INN

    In the lounge, Victor and Maggie's party continues as Steve and Adrienne hug, happy to see each other after so long. Adrienne apologizes for not returning when Steve first returned. Steve tells her he understands and that he is happy to see her now. They can play catch up. Kayla and Justin look on as Steve and Adrienne hug once more.

    Meanwhile, Frankie goes back over to Lucas and tells him he has something he has to do but he will be in touch. He also says he has more news for him. Joelle had the rape exam. Lucas lets out a deep sigh and says he knows he is innocent, even if he can't remember what happened. Frankie says he will do his best to help. Lucas says he knows and thanks Frankie.

    Roman and Marlena, Bo and Hope, and Victor and Maggie dance. Steve then takes Kayla for a spin on the dance floor. Abby looks on as Stephanie approaches her and says it's so wonderful to see so much love. Abby nods in agreement. Stephanie says she wants that some day. Abby agrees, saying it's really what every person wants. Stephanie tells Abby she may be able to have it with Max. He may be the one and, if she doesn't do something, she may regret it. An annoyed Abby tells Stephanie to lay off and walks off.

    In the lobby, Frankie finds Max sitting on a bench and asks what he is doing. Max says that he doesn't want to be around Abby and can't leave because he is helping out with the party supplies. Frankie asks how things are going between them. Max shakes his head, telling Frankie he poured his heart out to her in Vegas and she acted like it didn't matter. He tells Frankie he thinks it's time to just move on. Frankie tells him he has to do what he has to do. Max nods, saying it is what he has to do. Abby made it clear she wants nothing more to do with him. They're through.

    Back inside the lounge, Abby's cell rings. It's Forrest, who says he is in Rio Da Janeiro with Miranda and and says they have a lead on Lawrence but nothing yet. He says he probably won't be home for Christmas so, while he had the chance, he just wanted to wish her Merry Christmas. Abby thanks him and wishes him luck. She says he isn't the only one not there for Christmas and tells him about Jack and Alex being stuck in Switzerland. Forrest reminds Abby that Jack loves her and says he is sure he is doing everything he can to get home. Abby nods and says she knows but that won't make it better for her or JJ. The scene then shifts to...


    SWITZERLAND

    Jack and Alex are at the airport, sitting and waiting. Jack admits he feels so helpless right now. Alex tells him not to feel bad and admits he feels this is his fault. He should've just went alone. Jack reminds Alex that he wanted to go and would've went no matter what. Jack tells Alex he is happy he did as they had a breakthrough. Alex agrees that's true but Abby and JJ will suffer now. Jack slouches back in his chair and says they just need to hope for a lucky break...or a miracle. The scene then shifts to...


    DIMERA PENTHOUSE

    Stefano is now playing opera music and sits on the couch with Cassie as they both sip Brandy. Cassie says she is really enjoying spending time with him, playing chess, and listening to the music he so enjoys. Stefano smiles and says it seems they have similar tastes and she never realized it. Cassie laughs and says yes, surprisingly. Stefano looks at her with glee and says she has what it takes to be a true Dimera and everything he could ever hope for in a granddaughter, or daughter, for that matter.

    Cassie smiles and tells Stefano all she wants is to please him and make him proud. Stefano gently touches her face and says she already is and he has full confidence she will continue to do so. They both smile at each other and then sit back and listen to the music as the scene shifts to...


    SALEM INN

    Frankie goes over to Greta and tells her he has a surprise for her. Greta wonders what it is. He begins to wheel her as she asks him to take her around to say her goodbyes first.

    Meanwhile, Stephanie walks over to Laura, who is talking to Doug and Julie. She excuses herself and asks to speak with Laura. Laura agrees. Stephanie tells Laura she needs a favor involving Abby.

    Kate approaches Billie at her table and says she wants to apologize for before. She just doesn't want her to get her hopes up. Billie tells Kate to just not say anything at all. Kate agrees, reluctantly, and then asks why Miranda can't speed up the results with her ISA contacts. Billie tells Kate that Miranda is out of town on ISA business and that she will be informed when the results are in. Kate asks Billie if she will be calling her to be there when the results are in. Billie looks at her with frustration and says she is heading home. She then bids her goodnight as Kate looks on, clearly disappointed in how things went.

    Anna sees Carrie putting her coat on and races over, asking if she is leaving. Carrie says that Roman, Marlena, Lucas, and Will are headed back to the hospital and she wants to go too. Anna begs Carrie to at least sit down and talk to her, especially with Christmas Eve tomorrow. Carrie tells Anna she still doesn't get it. It's too late for her to act like a real mother. She missed her chance to be one to her and now she needs to live with it. Carrie walks off as Anna breaks down. Tony sees what is happening and races over, taking Anna in his arms and trying to comfort her.

    Belle is getting her coat and getting ready to go to see Sami too when Philip approaches her, asking if she is leaving already. Belle says she is going back to the hospital with her family. He asks if she had a good time tonight, to which Belle says she did. Philip says he wanted to know if Belle would be dropping by the house with Claire. He has some presents for her and was hoping she would let him spent time with her. Belle tells him it depends on how much time she has, given the circumstances.

    Philip, who is clearly upset, says he understands and begins to walk off when Belle stops him. Belle tells him he needs to stop trying so hard. Philip says he thought he wasn't trying hard enough but nothing is ever good enough it seems. Philip walks off as Belle thinks about Philip's words.

    Laura goes over to talk to Abby and says she is sorry she hasn't talked to her much during the party. She asks how she is doing. Abby says terrible. Laura admits she knows about Jack and tells Abby it's not his fault. Abby says she knows. Laura asks how everything else is. Abby then snaps and asks if Stephanie asked her to come over and work on her too. Before Laura can answer, Abby answers her own question and says she knows the answer already. She tells Laura she isn't changing her mind. She wants nothing to do with Max.

    Stephanie them comes over and tells Abby to stop acting like a brat who never made a mistake in her life. No one is perfect and she should know considering all the stuff her and Chelsea did a year ago that led to her paralysis. Abby looks at both Laura and Stephanie, contemplating Stephanie's words. She then turns and walks off as Stephanie and Laura look at each other, wondering if Abby finally got the message. The scene then shifts to...


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Alyson is in Sami's room, sitting by her side when a nurse comes in, saying she has to check on a few things. Alyson says it's no problem and opts to take the opportunity to check on her mother. She tells the nurse to tell anyone that shows up where she is.

    Later, Alyson arrives outside Jean's room. A nurse walks up with baby Sam, telling Alyson the child care room closed hours ago and she can't keep him any longer. Alyson looks at her watch and realizes it's midnight and now officially Christmas Eve. She apologizes, saying she lost track of time. the nurse says she knows she was with Samantha Brady and doing a good thing. It's ok. Alyson thanks the nurse as she leaves. Alyson looks in the room, wishing they could get a miracle. Alyson then asks Sam if he wants to go in and see grandma.

    Alyson walks into the room with Sam and goes and sits by Jean. Sam reaches out and unintentionally touches Jean's hand. Alyson smiles through her tears, saying Sam is being a good boy reaching out for grandma and holding her hand. Just then, Jean's hand closes around Sam's. Alyson sees this and is stunned. She then sees Jean's eyes beginning to flutter open and pages a doctor. Rich comes in and sees Jean's eyes beginning to open. He is stunned and examines her and her vitals.

    Alyson asks if her mother is ok. Rich tells her that her mother is back. Alyson smiles, saying they got their miracle. She then embraces her mother in tears. Jean whispers to her she loves her. Alyson says the same as her, Sam, and Jean hold each other and the scene shifts to...


    SALEM PARK

    Frankie wheels a blindfolded Greta to a gazebo that has a candlelit dinner all set up with champagne and twinkling lights decorating the gazebo. He takes the blindfold off and Greta is pleasantly surprised. She asks how he did this. He says he has his ways and adds he also has her favorite ice cream too. Greta thinks that eating ice cream is becoming their special thing. They both laugh. He says he hopes she isn't too cold for it or too stuffed from the party. Greta smiles and says not at all.

    We then see a montage of Frankie popping open the champagne bottle and them both toasting, them both eating dinner in the gazebo, laughing and enjoying each other's company. We then see Frankie and Greta eating ice cream and her flinging some at him, starting a ice cream fight that ends with her in his arms and a moment where they nearly kiss. Frankie then asks if he can have this dance, if she is up for it. Greta nods and he helps her up and helps her stay on her feet as they dance under the gazebo. They both begin to get lose in each other's eyes as they dance, with everything else becoming oblivious to them. The scene then shifts back to...


    SALEM INN

    Maggie and Victor thank everyone for coming and announce they both hope to see everyone at their wedding. They both kiss, causing everyone in the room to clap. Melissa, Sarah, Alice, Doug, and Julie then approach them after their announcement as Hope walks over to Steve, who is helping to clean up. She whispers to him about what happened between Nicole and Carrie at the hospital earlier and Nicole's warning to him and her. She asks what they should do. Steve says they just need to act like they are making an effort for now and, hopefully, that will stall her long enough for them to come up with something else.

    Celeste says goodbye to Abe, who says he needs to get to the station and will see him at home. As Abe leaves, Celeste sees Lexie about to leave and goes over to her. Lexie gives her the cold shoulder when Celeste asks how she is. Celeste tells Lexie she knows that she and Abe made a mistake but this nonsense has to stop. Celeste tells her that Theo is beginning to notice something is wrong and tells Lexie she can be mad at her and Abe all she wants but Theo should not have to suffer to.

    Lexie tells Celeste she will talk to Theo. Celeste is shocked and asks Lexie what the hell is wrong with her. She needs to do more then that. They all need to get along and be civil, for Theo's sake. Lexie tells her mother to take it or leave it, saying she is sure she is making half of that up and using Theo to try to smooth things over between the both of them and Abe. She tells Celeste to just leave her alone and to give Abe the same message. Lexie walks off as an upset and frustrated Celeste looks on.

    Meanwhile, Bo sees Hope and Steve whispering. Kayla comes over and tells Bo not to worry. They just need to wait until they slip up and they will. Bo isn't sure he can wait. Kayla says that Hope and Steve won't tell them anything and they have been unable to find out anything on their own so they really have no choice right now but to wait and enjoy the holidays.

    Bo agrees she is right and tells her that he hopes whatever Hope and Steve are keeping doesn't lead to anyone getting hurt. Kayla agrees. They both look over at Hope and Steve talking and then the scene divides into a 4-way split screen of Bo, Hope, Steve, and Kayla and then fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    MORE RETURNS AS CHRISTMAS EVE BEGINS IN SALEM!!!
  3. PhoenixRising05
    DECEMBER 20, 2007-EPISODE #398: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS


    HORTON HOUSE

    The day starts off with Alice sitting in the kitchen with Maggie as Maggie fixes breakfast for the huge brood that is now sleeping in the Horton home. The first one to walk through the door is Tommy, who is still rubbing the sleep out of his eyes. Alice asks him if he has brushed his teeth and made his bed and Tommy says he’s a grown man. After a few moments of Alice staring at him, Tommy says he’ll be right back......and goes back upstairs to make his bed.

    Tommy passes Bill coming down the stairs and Bill laughs, saying that is what he gets for not making his bed. Tommy tells Bill to shut up and, as he walks upstairs, Laura is standing at the bathroom door, holding her towel. She knocks on the door, telling Sandy to stop using all the hot water and to get out of the shower before she tells Alice. Sandy opens the door and walks out, smiling, as Melissa flies past Laura and into the bathroom, locking the door. Sandy laughs as she walks down the hall.

    Back in the kitchen, Pete sits at the table wolfing down his food as Alice, Maggie, Jessica, Joshua, Mike and Don look at him with shock. Don has just came over and kisses Alice on the cheek. Stephen and Spencer then walk in and say hi as they quickly grab plates, piles on food, and sit at the table, silently chowing down. Jessica tells Joshua she wishes Nick could be there with them. As the family starts to gather in the kitchen, talking about Christmas and the upcoming wedding, Alice smiles at them all and the scene shifts to the......


    BRADY PUB

    Roman, Steve and Bo are sitting at one of the booths. Caroline slowly walks into the dining area as Marlena, Kayla and Hope look on, sitting at another table. Caroline looks at all three men, who sit silently at the table, and wants to know one simple thing.....

    Caroline: Ok........which one of you opened these presents?

    The men look at each other.........and then start trying to blame each other. Bo says it was all Roman’s idea and Roman calls Bo a liar. Steve says he was asleep when everything went down and that is when Caroline asks why his eye patch was found near the tree. Steve was wondering where that went. The men start arguing as Hope puts a stop to it and Kayla tells them that their punishment is to shovel up all the snow at each one of their houses. Bo says that isn’t fair and Roman says he has to look out for Stefano. He can’t shovel snow.

    Marlena reminds him that he isn’t a cop anymore, which means he has a lot of time on his hands. Victor then walks in with Nico and says he has the perfect solution. Bo smiles, knowing that Victor will get them out of this mess. Victor then pulls out a shovel from behind his back and says that they can shovel the show from his driveway. But, Steve says, it’s a 100 yards long. Victor says....

    Victor: That should teach you to not open your presents until Christmas morning. Now get to it!

    The men slowly get up and walk to the door, with Roman saying to Bo.....

    Roman: You know, your dad is mean.

    Victor then has another surprise..........as Nico brings Kimberly into the Pub. Everyone greets her and, as the men head out, she is placed in her wheelchair and is lead to one of the booths. Kimberly asks where the men are going and Marlena says they did something bad. Kimberly says that Roman put them up to opening up the presents early. Caroline says she knew this and Kimberly says sure, but she would never rat out her brothers. Hope then asks where the kids are. Kim says that they have some charity work to do but truly feels they aren’t coming because of her and Shane ending things again. As everyone comforts Kimberly the scene switches to the...


    SALEM INN

    Anna picks at her breakfast. Tony, whose sitting across from her, asks if she is going to cheer up. Anna says she can’t........not with the tension between her and Carrie. Tony tells her that it is going to take more than just one holiday for them to work things out. Anna knows this but hopes that Carrie will come around soon. Tony thinks so and then tells Anna to eat her breakfast. They have some shopping to do. Anna’s ears perk up at the mention of spending lots of money and, as she wolfs her food down........


    BRADY PUB

    The scene shifts to three hours later as the Brady men come slowly walking back through the door. They flop down hard in a booth and Steve puts his head down, quickly falling asleep. Bo wakes him up, asking why he is so tired. Steve says for him to try and shovel snow with one eye working and see how he feels.

    Caroline walks over with cups of coffee and then tells Bo that Victor wants him and Hope to come over for lunch at his house. Bo says ok and then slowly gets up to go home and change. Both Roman and Steve are once again asleep in the booths and Caroline says she will give them his best. Bo kisses his mother and leaves out and Caroline just shakes her head as the scene switches back to....


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Victor receives a call. It is a doctor on the other end, telling him that Sami’s condition is unchanged. Victor says he was hoping for a miracle in this Christmas season but thinks there will not be one. He thanks the doctor and hangs up, telling Nico to make sure everything is ready for Bo and Hope. As Nico leaves out, Victor sits at his desk, doing paperwork.


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Two hours later, Marlena, Roman and Will meet Lucas, who is sitting by Sami’s bedside. Roman asks how everything is and Lucas says she’s trying but nothing so far. Carrie then walks in moments later with Bill. Lucas stands up and walks over and father and son hug. Bill says how sorry he is for what happened to Sami and knows what it feels like when you can’t do anything to help the woman you love.

    Marlena says that she needs to step out for a moment and tells Roman she’ll be back soon. They kiss and, as Marlena leaves, she passes Barbara in the hallway. Her doctor tells her to trust her family and friends........and trust herself as well. Marlena says she knows that but, right now, she needs to go talk to someone. Marlena walks off, leaving Barbara to worry about her state of mind.

    But..........Marlena goes to the chapel. As she slowly walks in, she sees the Cross on the wall and walks up to the alter. As she kneels down, she slowly looks up, with tears running down her cheeks, and says.....

    Marlena: Lord, hear my prayer. I just want my little girl to come back to us. (Crying) She has had such a hard life. Losing both her father and mother for so many years.......I know she did a lot of wrong in her life, but she has changed. You know she has. She has a wonderful heart..........and a good, fine man that loves her so much. Please..........please bring her back to us. Please, Lord..........

    As Marlena cries at the alter........


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Bo and Hope come into the dining room of Victor’s home. It is a lunch time get together and, as Victor walks in, he asks that both of them be seated. Victor sits down at the head of his table and tells both Bo and Hope that he has gifts for them. As a very surprised Bo looks at a equally surprised Hope, the scene switches back to........


    HORTON HOUSE

    Abby looks out the window while holding JJ, praying for some sort of miracle that will bring Jack and Alex home in time for Christmas.

    Alice is watching everyone joining together once again. Reunions are now in full swing with handshakes, hugs, kisses, and loud laughter being enjoyed by all. Alice then looks across the room.........

    At a picture of Tom, hanging by the Christmas tree, and says softly......

    Alice: After a really wild year........we’re all still here, together. Thank you, Tom. I love you.

    Alice blows a kiss to her husband, as the scene slowly fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    A COUPLE REUNITES...AND ANOTHER MIRACLE OCCURS!!!
  4. PhoenixRising05
    DECEMBER 21, 2007-EPISODE #399: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS PART II


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Victor hands the keys to a house on the grounds to Bo and tells Bo and Hope Merry Christmas. The couple says they can't accept it and Victor says that he doesn't know how much time he may have left. Bo asks if he is sick and Victor says not that he knows of. But, he never did anything for Bo when he was a little boy and wasn't there for him emotionally like a good father should be, so he hopes they accept this gesture as a way of saying how sorry he is for not being there.

    Bo takes the keys and Hope smiles, getting up and kissing Victor on the cheek. Victor thanks her and tells Bo that he is the luckiest man he knows for having a good woman like Hope at his side. As The dinner starts to be brought in, Victor then says that he has something else to give him later but it's mainly a father-son thing. Hope understands and starts going over what new furniture she will get for her new house. Bo says that Victor really got something started as everyone laughs and enjoys their meal together........as a family.


    SALEM PARK

    Frankie leads Greta through the park blindfolded. She asks what he has in store for her now. He tells her they will be going to mass in style. He takes off her blindfold and she sees a horse drawn sleigh in front of her. Greta is stunned. He tells her that she will be treated like the princess she is tonight. Greta smiles as he helps her aboard and tells the driver to head to St. Luke's. He then tells Greta to stay close. It's awfully cold. They both smile as the scene shifts to...


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Lexie is walking through the hallways with Theo, having just talked with the board. She is shocked that her license has been reinstated and she can start working again after the holidays. She begins to think Stefano did something. Rich sees her and asks her how her return to the medical world is going. Lexie fills him in, saying she starts up again after Christmas. Rich is pleased. Lexie mentions she is going to begin studying to become a surgeon. She feels a change is in order. Rich thinks that is a great idea and promises to talk to her soon as he has rounds. Lexie bids him goodbye.

    Lexie then notices a sad look on Theo's face. She asks him what is wrong. Theo says he doesn't understand why they can't all spend Christmas together....him, her, grandma, and daddy. He mentions how they always seem mad and he doesn't like the yelling. Lexie remembers what Celeste told her at Maggie's party last night and begins to realize the effect the tension is having on Theo. Lexie tells Theo that everything is going to be ok as they walk off.

    In the chapel, Marlena continues to break down in tears.

    Marlena: Please, Lord. Don't let my daughter be a victim of the tragedies I have brought upon my loved ones. Don't let her end up like Eric...DJ, Samantha...Please...

    Roman then walks in and takes Marlena in his arms, consoling her. He tells Marlena she needs to stop blaming herself for everything that happens to their family. Marlena says she can't help it. DJ died because she wasn't careful enough or being a good enough mother. Roman says that is nonsense. Marlena reminds Roman that Samantha died because Jake thought she was her. Marlena admits she thought she got over that but she didn't. Stefano's obsession with her has led to countless periods of her being away from her family.

    Roman tells Marlena to stop it, saying this is what led to her MPD in the first place and she doesn't want to relapse. Marlena says that Eric's death was her fault too. She should've been stronger to fight her inner demons. Instead, she ended up helping Orpheus and poor Eric paid for it and now Sami is too. Roman orders her to stop it and to go talk to Barbara. Marlena insists she has heard enough from her and this is not about her. It's about Sami and they need God to help her now.

    Roman: God helps those who help themselves, doc. You know, they say everything happens for a reason. Maybe there is a bigger purpose here. Maybe God wants you to forgive yourself and overcome the past. Then, maybe we will all get what we truly want this Christmas. Our beautiful Sami back with us and you finally overcoming those demons of yours. See you back at the room.

    Roman gets up and walks off as Marlena looks at the Cross on the wall and, with tears streaming down her face, tells God she will take Sami waking up as a sign. A sign that it's ok to forgive herself. That it's ok to move on and not blame herself. She says if he brings Sami back to them, she will make peace with herself and the past. She just begs him to bring Sami back to them. Marlena breaks down in tears again as the scene shifts to...


    DIMERA PENTHOUSE

    Stefano picks up the phone after being told he has a call. It's Lexie, asking if he did anything to help her get her license reinstated faster. Stefano asks what she thinks. Lexie smiles. Stefano hopes she is happy. Lexie wishes he hadn't done it but says she is happy. He asks where she is. She says she is on her way to run an errand and then is going to mass. Stefano asks why. Lexie tells Stefano that Theo enjoys it and she does too. She says she will see him later. Stefano says he loves her as she hangs up.

    Cassie notices Stefano is a bit put off and asks if he is ok. Stefano nods. Cassie says she is so excited about spending Christmas with him. Stefano asks why she isn't going to be with her father and mother. Cassie tells Stefano there is only one person she wants to be with and it's him. The scene then shifts to...


    HORTON HOUSE

    Tommy and Bill are helping Alice to the car. Doug and Julie are right behind them, saying Melissa and sandy drove the rest of the family so they can get seats at mass. Abby is holding JJ when Julie walks in and says it's time. Abby nods. Julie says she knows it's hard. They embrace as Abby asks if this is her punishment for the way she has acted in the past. Julie doesn't think that is it. Abby reminds Julie of her and Chelsea's actions last year and of the way she has been treating Max. Julie tells her to forget it and to just try to enjoy Christmas with them. Julie ushers her out as the scene shifts to...


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    In Sami's room, Carrie wheels in a computer monitor, saying that Belle has set up a web cam, hoping the sounds of mass may help bring Sami back to them. Carrie then takes Evan from Roman and holds him. Marlena arrives and Roman asks if she is ok. Just then, Alyson arrives and asks how Sami is. Lucas says there has been no change. Alyson tells them her mother woke up earlier this morning and reminds them miracles do happen. Will says they need one right now. Marlena looks at Roman and tells him she will be ok if they can get one of those. Roman nods and holds her in his arms as the scene shifts to...


    ST. LUKE'S CHURCH

    People begin to gather for Christmas Eve mass. Caroline wheels Kim in as Justin and Adrienne follow closely behind. Adrienne tells him she misses the kids. Justin says he does too. They all enter as Tony and Anna do close behind. Anna wonders if Carrie will be there but Tony doubts it, saying she is probably with Sami. Belle holds Claire as she records the event for Sami's webcam. Philip walks up to her and kisses both her and Claire. He asks if he can old his daughter. Belle reluctantly obliges and watches as Philip embraces her.

    Frankie helps Greta out of the carriage. He tells the driver he will see him again. Greta asks when he plans to use a sleigh again. Frankie says in a few days, with her. Greta smiles as they walk up the walkway into the church. Frankie sees Max by himself in the church and tells Greta he will be right back. Frankie walks over to Max, who tells him he is ok. He just doesn't want to talk right now. Max tells Frankie he just doesn't have the Christmas spirit this year. Max then walks out of the church as Frankie looks on, worried.

    Hope, Bo, Steve, and Kayla arrive. As they walk in, Hope takes Steve aside and asks if he thinks Nicole may do something. Steve says he would think not but who knows. He hopes not. Hope nods. They both then quickly return to Bo and Kayla, who are talking to Abe and Celeste.

    Lexie then walks in with Theo. Abe and Celeste see him as Theo races into their arms. Lexie walks over and fills them in on her being a doctor again and studying to become a surgeon. Abe and Celeste agree that is great and both admit they have no doubt Stefano is involved. Lexie nods and then says she has a gift for them. She hands Abe in envelope. Abe is hesistant but Lexie tells him it's ok. Abe opens it and is shocked to see joint custody papers.

    Lexie tells Abe their marriage may be through but Theo should not have to suffer. She wants peace and does not want her son to grow up in a tense environment. She asks that they all three call a truce and forget what has happened, learn from it, and move on. Abe and Celeste agree they would like that and invite Lexie to spend Christmas with them and all their loved ones. Lexie agrees as Theo smiles, saying everyone is happy again. The four of them enter the church.

    Victor arrives and sits next to Maggie, who is seated with Melissa, Sarah, Spencer, Stephen, Jessica, Joshua, Mike, Bill, Tommy, Sandy, Alice, Doug, and Julie. Meanwhile, Laura goes to check on Abby, who is holding JJ in the vestibule just as Stephanie arrives. Stephanie tells Abby she just saw Max outside, upset and alone. Laura then comes up from behind and says it would make his Christmas if he merely forgave him. Abby looks at both of them as Billie arrives.

    Billie says hello to everyone. Abby gives her the cold shoulder again. Billie tells Abby she understands she is upset with her but tells her that she has issues to work out. Personal ones. She tells Abby she does love her father and wants to work things out but can't until she works out her own issues first. Abby nods and says she knows her father hurt her with the Elizabeth thing. Billie nods but says she forgives him. She understands why he did what he did and where he was coming from. Abby asks how she can so easily forgive him.

    Billie says she just cares too much to let something like that, which is of minor significance now, destroy what they have. She plans to talk things over once she handles what she has to. Abby nods and tells Billie she is sorry for being angry with her. Billie smiles and tells Abby it's ok and she will see her later.

    Just then, Jack and Alex walk in. Abby races into his arms with JJ and an emotional reunion occurs. Laura embraces Jack too. Alex shocks Abby by embracing her and JJ, saying it's great to be home with family. Abby smiles and asks how they got home. Jack says they found a pilot of a cargo plane who flies out of a private airstrip. He was daring enough to fly out and they were able to get to London and fly out from there. Abby is so happy he is home. Jack says he hopes she isn't mad at him. Abby says she isn't. Everything is ok now and she understands why he had to go.

    Abby then remembers Stephanie's words from Maggie's party and what Billie just told her. Abby them remembers good times with Max and how she has treated him recently. She gives JJ to Jack as mass starts. She says she will be right in. She races outside and finds Max, sitting on a bench.

    Abby: Hey!! get up and stop feeling sorry for yourself.
    Max (getting up): I'm not in the mood for you to stomp all over my heart again.
    Abby: I have a gift for you and don't worry if you have nothing for me. Your enough.
    Max: What?
    Abby (smiling): Your gift is forgiveness...and another chance. For us. I'm so sorry for the way I treated you. I've made mistakes too and acted like I was perfect and...the truth is...I understood where you were coming from with the Cassie thing. I just didn't want to get hurt again but, now, I know I can't be afraid. I have to take a leap. It's about growing up. So is forgiveness. All I know is tonight I realized that I can't lose the man that could be the best thing that has ever happened to me...because nothing you did is a good enough reason to justify that. So, how about we take things slow and see where the road takes us?
    Max (smiling): I can't believe this. Just when I thought we had no chance. I am really sorry for what happened, Abby. I really am and I would love for us to give it another whirl.
    Abby: Good. No more talking. Now...let's seal the deal.

    Abby then grabs Max and kisses him passionately. They slowly pull away as she says mass has begun and it's time to inside. Max nods as he follows her in and they join family and friends inside, all of which smile at the sight of them, as mass commences, led by Fr. Jansen and then the scene fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    CHRISTMAS IN SALEM...AS ROMANCE AND MIRACLES ABOUND!!!
  5. PhoenixRising05
    DECEMBER 25, 2007-EPISODE #401: MERRY CHRISTMAS!!


    HORTON HOUSE

    The Horton clan is gathered in Alice's living room. Many conversations are going on so the noise level is at a high level. Tommy and Bill sit by Alice, with Maggie sitting on the couch with Julie and Doug. Jessica, Josh, Melissa, Pete, Sarah, Spencer, Stephen and Don are all sitting on fold up chairs. Mike and Laura come out of the kitchen with more cookies and doughnuts to serve the masses.

    Bo, who is holding JT, and Hope are getting their coats and preparing to leave. They tell everyone they will see them later at the Pub for Caroline's Christmas Day party. Alice says they will be there. Goodbyes are exchanged as Bo and Hope leave with JT and, after a short lull, the conversations pick up again.

    Bill and Tommy can't believe Maggie and Victor managed to put a wedding together in such a short period of time. Maggie smiles and says the Kiriakis and Horton families have connections and carry alot of clout around here. Don admits he never thought he would see the day where Maggie would be with a guy like Victor, or that any Kiriakis would marry a Horton for that matter.

    Jessica says that's because they never thought they would lose Mickey so soon. Everyone then turns silent. Alice breaks the silence and says he will always be with them, as will the many other loved ones they have lost or that have left Salem.

    Jessica then tells Joshua she misses Nick. Spencer looks at Stephen, who tells him that he knows he would like answers about his mother and says it's not the time or place. Spencer reminds Stephen he says that every holiday, actually every day. Spencer then says that he will drop it again, for now and for everyone's sake.

    Mike then stands up and says he has something to say since they are speaking about those away from Salem. Everyone gives him their full attention. Mike says he has decided to return to Salem indefinitely. He will be working at University Hospital again and asks Alice if it's ok if he stays with her, Doug, and Julie for the time being. Alice says she would love that.

    Laura and Bill are shocked and ask why he decided on that move. Mike mentions how Jeremy has graduated from medical school and thinks he can run the clinic in Israel for him, along with Robin. He adds that he feels it's time to come home to Salem for a bit as Israel can get kind of hectic.

    Julie makes the comment that they all wish it was alot quieter there. Mike agrees and suggests Laura and Bill consider staying in Salem. Laura tells Mike she enjoys counseling Billi's patients in Africa. Doug wonders if there is a little more going on. Laura and Bill look at each other awkwardly. Bill says they are friends and have managed to move past the pain of the past. Laura agrees, saying she is just happy they can be as close as they are and, if more happens, then it happens.

    Maggie thinks it's ok as long as they are happy. Laura and Billi agree they are. They just wish Jennifer were still with them. Alice says they all do but she is watching over them, with Tom and so many other loved ones that have passed. Laura says she is just glad Abby and Max worked things out last night and that Jack made it.

    Maggie adds that she is happy Sami woke up last night. They all could use some good things happening. Doug thinks they may have finally turned a corner. Julie hopes so. Alice tells everyone they just need to have faith and hope that is the case as the scene shifts to...


    SALEM PARK

    Greta tells Frankie they need to get back to the Pub and asks why he is always dragging her to the park. Frankie says it's the only place big enough to avoid the paparazzi that is always after her. He wanted to be alone with her. Greta apologizes. Frankie says it's nothing. He likes spending time with a real princess. Greta smiles and asks what they are doing.

    Frankie says he has a Christmas gift for her. He gives her a present, which she unwraps. She opens it and finds a sapphire heart pendent. Greta is in awe. Frankie tells Greta it's his heart and it belongs to her. It has for awhile and he just couldn't find the words to explain it so he showed her. Frankie then confesses he has fallen in love with her and can't hide it anymore. He needs her to know in hopes she feels the same.

    Greta gets choked up and says all she can do is cry tears of joy right now. She tells Frankie she doesn't think she wants to say what she truly want to right now. She doesn't want to jinx it as she has been down this road. She tells him he has made her so very happy, more then he can ever know. They embrace, then slowly pull apart, look into each other's eyes, and then kiss passionately as the scene shifts to...


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Marlena, Roman, Belle, Lucas, and Will are all in Sami's room. Lucas is right by Sami's side as Carrie walks back into the room with Evan. Sami tells them all they don't need to be there as she knows there is a party at the Pub. Marlena tells Sami they have missed her so much and want to spend time with her. It's Christmas, afterall.

    Sami reminds Marlena they have all been there since she woke up and says they can all catch up later. She wants them to go and have fun at the Pub and that's a order. Roman doesn't think they can argue with that. Lucas says he will stay with her. Sami tries to encourage him to go but he says he is staying with her and no is not an answer.

    Sami tells Will to go but he wants to stay with her too. Sami tells Will it would make her happy if he went to the Pub. Will reluctantly agrees. Everyone says their goodbyes and is so thankful she is awake. Sami thanks them for everything and says seeing them and being back with them was the greatest gift she could ever get for Christmas. It was the best present ever.

    Will embraces Sami and she kisses his forehead, telling him to have fun.Marlena blows her a kiss and Carrie waves Evan's little hand at her to say bye. Sami and Lucas wave back as everyone leaves. Once alone, Sami smiles at Lucas and says:

    Sami: Alone at last...

    They then kiss as the scene shifts to...

    Jean's room as Alyson holds Sam at her side. She hands Jean some Christmas cookies from Caroline and tells her to enjoy but to eat quietly so a nurse doesn't catch them. Jean smiles and thanks her for everything, saying she could not have asked for a better Christmas. She is happy that Sami is awake too. Alyson agrees, saying all she needs is for Nicole to get hit by a U Haul and this Christmas would be flawless. They both laugh as Jean says she wouldn't wish that kind of fate on anyone but her. Alyson agrees and says she just hopes Nicole has an epiphany and stays away as the scene shifts to...


    SALEM INN

    Nicole sits in her suite, drinking champagne and looking at her picture of Eric. She mentions how that is all she can bear to do right now as she misses him and wishes they could be together with Evan and Sam. A family...the way they should be. Tears stream down her face as she vows to spend Christmas next year with their children, the way it should be, and the way he would want it. The scene then shifts to...


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Philip is in the living room making a phone call. He then hangs up as Victor enters the room. He notices Philip is upset and asks if something is wrong. Philip tells Victor Belle keeps rebuffing him and has hardly let him spend time with Claire. He held her at mass last night and that's it. He can't even give her the presents he bought. Victor tells Philip to give Belle time. It hurts like hell now but Belle needs to make sure his efforts to change are truly sincere. Philip asks if Victor is impressed. Victor nods, saying his work at Titan has been splendid and was needed since he had other matters.

    Victor tells Philip he thinks he is really changing for the better and he is proud of him. Philip thanks Victor and says that means alot. Victor says he has one more gift for Philip he wanted to give him in private and, with the staff off the rest of the night, it seems like the perfect time. Philip tells Victor he already have him several gifts. Victor hands him a wrapped box and tells him to open it. Philip does and finds a frame inside, containing a picture of Philip and Victor with the inscription at the top reading,"The Kiriakis Empire: The Present and the Future."

    Philip says he is touched and thanks Victor. Victor tells Philip he just wanted to let him know how proud he is of how far he has come in the past few months and wanted to urge him on to continue his hard work. Victor admits a year ago he was worried about him but now feels he is on the road to becoming a strong leader of the Kiriakis Empire.

    Philip smiles and then embraces Victor, showing a guilty look on his face and recalling how he betrayed his father to Orpheus. Victor shows a devilish smirk as he hugs Philip and says he loves him and adds that he would like nothing more then to give him all that he earns and deserves as the scene shifts to...


    BRADY PUB

    The Horton clan has now arrived and the Pub is jumping. Stephanie is talking with Max, Abby, and Jack (who is holding JJ). Stephanie says she is so happy they worked things out and asks Abby if she feels much better now. Abby says she does and thanks Stephanie for all she did, saying she already thanks her grandmother too. Jack says he is pleased too and tells Max he knows that both him and Abby care about each other but warns him not to hurt his daughter again. Max nods and says Jack has his word.

    Meanwhile, Hope goes behind the bar to fix a drink. Steve joins her and asks how she is doing. Hope says she is just trying not to think about Nicole or their secret but it's hard. Steve says that it's Christmas and that they can worry about it all tomorrow. He tells Hope to try to enjoy herself. Hope says she is doing her best and walks off to rejoin Bo, who is with Roman, Marlena, Caroline, Kim, Shane, Kayla, Adrienne, and Justin.

    Carrie holds Evan in a corner as Tony and Anna walk in. Tony says he wishes Cassie would've came but admits he is lucky he spent Christmas Eve with her. Anna looks at Carrie and wonders if she should go over. Tony thinks she shouldn't push. Anna agrees and says she will just give it time as they have at least made progress. Carrie turns and looks at Anna and approaches her.

    Carrie tells Anna that she did what she did last night because they all have enough problems and she was thinking she was too harsh on her. She would like to start trying to talk things over and see where it goes. She apologizes for saying all that she did. She's her mother and nothing will ever change that. Anna embraces Carrie, saying she doesn't know how much that means to her.

    Tony walks up to Marlena and asks if she has seen Cassie. Marlena nods, saying she told her Merry Christmas in person last night. She only wishes Cassie would spend more time with her and other loved ones and not with Stefano. Tony agrees, saying he was shocked that Stefano encouraged her to spend Christmas with him. Abe, Lexie, and Celeste come in with Theo and overhear.

    Abe says he opened his home to Stefano last night and was shocked he was so appreciative. Celeste adds that Stefano realizes every year at Christmas the mistakes he has made when he sees how alone he truly is. Lexie nods and looks at Tony as both of seemingly reflect on how Stefano has affected them.

    Billie walks in with Kate. Jack and Billie come face to face. Jack says he is happy she made it. Billie says Caroline invited her and Carrie invited her mother. Jack smiles and says he is sorry he didn't get her anything. Billie says she doesn't have anything either and adds that all she wants from him is time. She tells him it's like she told Abby, she needs to work some stuff out and then they can try to get back on track.

    Jack says he can give her what she needs and says he knows what he wants from her as a gift. Billie smiles. Jack says he wants her promise that she will always be a part of his life, no matter what happens between them. Billie begins to tear up and nods, saying she can promise that. They embrace.

    Frankie and Greta then arrive at the Pub as Kate walks up to Carrie and says she knows she is missing Austin. They all are. Carrie admits to Kate it's hard. It's Evan's first Christmas and his father isn't here to share it with him. Kate nods and begins to tear up. She embraces Carrie and says he is still with them and always will be. Meanwhile, Carrie sees Mike and smiles at him. Mike smiles back at her.

    Billie is at the bar as Bo walks up and asks if she heard from Chelsea. Billie shakes her head, saying she didn't want to speak with anyone. It seems it would be too hard for her. Bo nods. Billie says she misses her so much. Bo says he does too. They jug as Hope stands nearby, having overheard them and missing Chelsea herself.

    Meanwhile, Marlena is outside the Pub, looking at the stars above. She thanks God for bringing Sami back to the people who love her and for getting them through such a trying year. She adds that she will hold to her word now that he brought Sami back as that was a sign that it is ok. Ok to move on from the past and forgive herself. She thinks she can do that now. She just hopes God will help them now as Roman faces the charges against him. Marlena says she feels their family deserves peace and hopes they get it.

    Roman then comes out and asks if she is ok. Marlena smiles and nods. She then tears up as she wishes Eric could be there. Roman agrees and says he will always be with them. They kiss and enter the Pub, with Victor right behind them. Victor says he is happy he made it, kisses Maggie and then Greta, and stands next to her as Caroline asks everyone to raise their glasses in a toast.

    Caroline: It's been a rough year but we persevered. Just like we all always have and just like we all always will. That is the stuff the Brady's (scene pans over all the Brady's present), the Horton's (scene pans over all the Horton's present), and all of our friends and loved ones (scene pans over Abe, Lexie, Tony, Anna, Celeste, Theo, Kate, Billie, Jack, and Victor) are made of. Here is to a much better year ahead and to good health and good times to be had by all. Merry Christmas!

    Everyone yells out "Merry Christmas!" as we see couples kissing and family and friends embracing each other as the scene pans on Alice, who says:

    Alice: Another special Christmas in Salem...

    We then see A MONTAGE OF PAST CHRISTMAS' IN SALEM (CLICK HERE!!!)

    The scene then pans on Alice as she smiles as the sounds of all the happy and joyous people in the Pub can be heard. The scene then fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    A SHOCKING TRUTH IS REVEALED...AND LUCAS TAKES ACTION!!
  6. PhoenixRising05
    DECEMBER 26, 2007: EPISODE #402: TWAS THE NIGHT...


    SALEM INN

    Frankie and Greta exit the elevator, having picked her up from her suite. Greta wonders what he has in mind for tonight, reminding Frankie she has to be up early for her father's wedding tomorrow. Frankie takes her outside and tells her he knows. He then motions to the left and Greta sees the horse-drawn carriage that Frankie arranged for on Christmas Eve. She asks how he arranged to have it on city roads.

    Frankie smiles and says he pulled a few strings. He asks Greta if she is ready for a night she will never forget. Greta smiles and nods excitedly as they enter the carriage and ride off into the night.

    Meanwhile, Alyson is up in her and Jean's suite, looking for a sweater that Jean wanted for the hospital to keep her warm. She is digging through all their luggage and comes across something that catches her eye. It's tucked inside one of Jean's jackets and it's a letter. The letter's envelope was stuffed in with it so both are crinkled up.

    Alyson sees that the letter is addressed to her mother but seems shocked by something she sees upon glancing at it. She shakes her head defiantly, saying it can't be true as the scene shifts to...


    PIER

    Hope arrives and sees Steve there, pacing back and forth. She asks if Nicole called him too. Steve nods, saying he just told Kayla and Stephanie that he had a headache and needed some air. Hope says she told Bo that she lost an earring when she went to pick JT up at a friend's and adds that she hopes Bo doesn't find out she is lying. Nicole then arrives, saying she loves when people are punctual.

    Hope asks Nicole what this is about. Nicole reminds Hope of what she told her a few days ago. They had a deadline to make progress and they only did with Carrie. Hope says that isn't true. Nicole tells Hope and Steve she has see for herself what they have been up to. She admits she had hoped that they were merely stalling to come up with ideas but she knows that wasn't the case. She does know they were stalling to come up with ideas to outsmart her somehow but they failed.

    Nicole reveals to them she knows they warned Carrie and Alyson both about her. Hope asks how and Nicole says she has her ways. She then tells Hope that while she did manage to get Carrie home, Steve never did anything that was instructed concerning Alyson and points out to Hope she did nothing to help it along either. Hope tells Nicole to give her more time. Nicole tells Hope she is done giving more time. Time is up...for both of them. Nicole tells them she wanted results and now she is moving on to another approach...but not before blowing them out of the water.

    As she walks away, Nicole turns and smiles, saying that Hope and Steve won't no when she will strike but she will...and their lives will go down in flames. Nicole laughs as she walks off. Hope begins to panic and asks Steve what they are going to do. Steve says he doesn't know. They can sleep on it and talk tomorrow at the reception. Hope asks if that is all he has got. Steve says for now.

    Hope smacks him on the shoulder and says he once again screwed up and she believed him. He told her it would be ok now and now everyone will know the truth. Steve tries to calm her and tells her ot just go home and be with Bo. He thinks they both need time to think and they can talk at the reception.

    A worried Hope tells Steve they better think of something or better hope that Nicole is bluffing. Steve thinks that could be true as they are all she has to do her dirty work right now. Hope sighs, hoping they can catch a break as the scene shifts to...


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Lucas walks into Sami's room, saying he is glad to finally be able to see her as she has been in tests and physical therapy all day. He asks where Will is. Sami says that Caroline took him home. Lucas sees a stack of newspapers on Sami's dresser and asks what those are for. Sami tells him she had to do something to keep her busy around all the doctors today. A worried look crosses Lucas' face. Sami looks at him and says she knows all about Joelle.

    Lucas apologizes for not telling her, saying he didn't want to upset her as she just woke up on Christmas Eve. Sami tells him she understands but was going to find out anyway. She knew he and everyone else was leaving something out as they caught her up on everything but that and she knew he was in trouble with her. She points out to him that Orpheus had cameras all over and showed her things, including the night Joelle drugged him and mixed drugs with alcohol, nearly killing him.

    Lucas tells Sami that Joelle just confessed to being involved with Orpheus and how he bowed out and she began her tirade on him on her own a few days ago. Sami tells Lucas she knows he didn't do anything wrong, even if he can't remember much. Lucas thanks her for saying that.

    Sami then suggests Lucas do something about it. Lucas points out having a restraining order against him and that he has tried everything. Sami thinks if he goes over to Joelle's and talks to her calmly, without raising his voice, that she may at least listen. She thinks it's worth a shot and he can maybe offer her a deal.

    Lucas points out that he did offer several and nothing. Sami asks him to try and just see if presenting himself in a different way will help. From what she gathers, it seems all their encounters of late have been tense and Joelle seems like a woman who had it tough and is using the situation. Lucas knows she has had it tough, especially with her mother and her son.

    Sami encourages Lucas to go see her now but Lucas wants to stay with her. Sami insists, saying it would make her feel better. Lucas reluctantly agrees and says he will be back soon. They kiss. Sami smiles and wishes him luck. Lucas says he will need it, thanks her, and walks out.


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Maggie has a suitcase packed as Victor enters the foyer and points out the next time they see each other, she will be walking down the aisle to meet him to become husband and wife. Maggie smiles, saying she can't wait. They kiss. Maggie tells Victor she never thought she could have happiness like she is feeling again.

    Victor didn't think he would either and says he loves her. She does the same as they kiss again and she tells him she has to go before midnight. Victor smiles, asking if she is that superstitious. Maggie nods and bids him good night. Victor does the same as they both smile and she leaves.

    After Maggie has left, Nico joins Victor and asks if he would like to share a drink with his best man...kind of like a farewell to bachelorhood. Victor smiles and says he would love to. They enter the living room and Victor pours the drinks. Both men then raise their glasses with Nico saying:

    Nico: May Mrs. Horton and yourself be blessed with a happy and long life together.
    Victor: I'll drink to that.

    Victor and Nico toast and then down their drinks as the scene shifts into...

    A montage of Frankie and Greta in the horse-drawn carriage, riding through the streets of Salem. Greta lies on Frankie's chest, with his arms around her, both laughing and smiling. We then see the carriage ride through Salem Park. They stop and see people ice skating at the pond. Soon after, we see them lacing up their skates and him helping her to skate on the ice. At one point, Frankie falls and Greta laughs. She helps him up and they both end up falling backwards into the snow. They lock eyes and then end up in a steamy kiss.

    We then see the scene shift to them building a snowman. Frankie turns his back and Greta takes the opportunity to throw a snowball at him. Frankie retaliates and they end up in a snowball fight that ends in a close moment and a kiss. The scene then shifts to them being back in the carriage as it pulls up in front of the Salem Inn. Frankie takes her inside and says he had a great time. Greta says she did too. They kiss again as she thanks him for everything he has done in the past few weeks. Frankie admits he was always a sucker for a beautiful woman but her beauty is so overwhelming, he would take on the world for her.

    Greta smiles and bids him good night, saying she will see him at the wedding tomorrow. Frankie nods and wishes her the same. After he leaves, Greta smiles, saying all her dreams are finally coming true. She thinks she has finally found love. The scene then shifts to the...


    HORTON HOUSE

    Maggie is now sitting with Alice, Doug and Julie as everyone else has gone to bed. Julie asks Alice if she is tired yet. Alice reminds Julie she is a night owl and tells her she can go on up to bed with Doug. Maggie tells Julie she can as she can help Alice to bed. Julie says she will do that and wishes Alice good night, kissing and embracing her as Doug does the same. Julie then does the same to Maggie and says she will see her in the morning of her big day. Maggie smiles, saying she can't wait. Doug bids her good night as they go upstairs.

    Once alone, Maggie says she can't believe tomorrow is the day already. She admits she is nervous and hopes that it all works out. Alice asks if she is happy. Maggie nods. Alice tells her that's all that matters and that Mickey will be happy too tomorrow if she is. He will be watching her...always. Maggie smiles, admitting she is almost afraid to be happy.

    Alice reminds her that Mickey would want her to be and that they all want her to be. Maggie smiles and embraces Alice, saying she doesn't know what she would do without her. Alice smiles, telling Maggie she would be lost. They both laugh as the scene shifts to...


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Jean is reading a book in her room when Alyson bursts in and tosses the letter she found in Jean's face, asking when she planned to tell her that her father died over a decade ago. Jean tells Alyson she can explain. Alyson tells Jean she found that letter in one of her jackets. It's from one of her friends wanting to keep in touch, who wrote her to see how she was doing on the anniversary of her husband's death, knowing how hard it is.

    Jean explains that she never told her about the accident because of the fight they had. She knew Alyson would feel guilty as the last thing she said to her father was "I hate you." She didn't want it to destroy her or eat away at her.

    Alyson begins to break down and says that she made the pain deeper by keeping that from her. She robbed her of the chance to grieve for her father and it makes her wonder what else she doesn't know. Jean says that's it. Alyson thinks that is enough and tells Jean she can't even look at her right now. Alyson begins to hyperventilate and says she has to go. Jean begs her not to leave upset.

    Alyson breathes deeply and says she is fine. She just needs to digest all this and needs to be alone. She walks out as Jean looks at the letter and begins to tear up, saying she is so sorry.

    Meanwhile, outside Jean's room, Alyson breaks down, crying out:

    Alyson: I'm so sorry, daddy! So sorry...

    Alyson crumples into a chair in the waiting room and puts her face in her hands, crying uncontrollably as the scene shifts to...


    STEVE AND KAYLA'S HOUSE

    Kayla comes into the bedroom and sees Steve staring out the window. She tells him Stephanie is asleep and asks if he wants to spend some quality time under the sheets. Steve is silent. Kayla asks if something is wrong, saying he has been quiet since returning from his walk. Steve turns, smiles, and says everything is fine and it's going to stay that way...no matter what he has to do. Steve takes Kayla in his arms as the scene shifts to...


    BO AND HOPE'S HOUSE

    Hope lies in bed as Bo gets out of the shower and admits he is shocked to see her hitting the hay so early. Hope says she is tired and they have a long day with the wedding tomorrow. Bo agrees and asks if something is wrong. Hope turns, smiles, and says everything is fine. They're fine and it's going to stay that way. It has to. Hope embraces Bo, kisses him, and then says good night. Bo says good night to her and turns out the lights and lays down as a worried Hope looks on and then shifts to...


    SALEM TOWERS

    The grand ballroom is all prepared for the wedding reception as a mysterious man walks in. The man walks slowly further into the ballroom as the camera pans up to reveal his face to be...Nicole in disguise. She is wearing a brown wig, a mustache, glasses, and fake eyebrows. She smiles and pulls something out of her coat and, after looking at it lovingly for a few seconds, begins to laugh, saying:

    Nicole: When will people learn never to underestimate me. (looking above) I'm sorry, Eric...I have to do this. I didn't want to but they left me no choice. It's time they all pay...and pay dearly.

    Nicole then walks off further into the ballroom as the scene shifts to...



    JOELLE'S APARTMENT

    Joelle hears a knock at the door and wonders if it's Joey coming home since he forgot his key. She goes to answer and is shocked to see Lucas. She tries to close the door but he forces it open, saying he wants to talk...calmly. Joelle says they have nothing to talk about. Lucas tells her Sami is awake and their family has been through enough. He wants this to be resolved...tonight.

    Joelle asks how he got past the outside guard and the hall guard assigned by the police. Lucas asks "What guards?" He then adds he saw no one and tells her to stop changing the subject. They have business to tend to.

    Joelle orders him to leave, reminding him there is a restraining order. Lucas says he isn't leaving until they reach an understanding. Joelle goes to pick up the phone but Lucas forcefully removes it and throws it on the couch. Joelle begs him to leave but Lucas refuses. Joelle then grabs him and tries to forcefully remove him but Lucas stops her, grabs her tightly, and orders him to listen to her, saying defiantly that this must stop...NOW!! The scene then suddenly goes black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    THE WEDDING OF THE YEAR....IT'S A SPECIAL SALEM LIVES...WILL VICTOR AND MAGGIE REALLY WED?!
  7. PhoenixRising05
    ANNOUNCER:A Family Holds An Emotional Vigil........

    Scenes Of Frankie & Kayla Laying In Hospital Beds.

    And, As One Man Fights The Memories Of His Past........

    Scene Of Roman Getting Shot by Stefano On A Cliff.

    And, Another Man Is Trying To Save His Future.....

    Scene Of Lucas Being Led Away In Handcuffs.

    The Wheels Of Doom Slowly Start Turning.......

    Scene Of Wayne Northrop Saying.........."Now, The Real Game Begins."

    This Week......On...

  8. PhoenixRising05
    2008 PREVIEW EDITION OF SL INSIDER (WEEK OF JANUARY 7, 2008)

    SPECIAL REPORT: 2008 PREVIEWS!!

    "After an adventurous and action-packed 2007, things will shift in a different direction in 2008," says EP/HW Tim Lowery. "My partner and I feel it's a good time to focus on more emotional, family/traditional-type stories. That is not to say we still won't have adventure too but the first month or so of 2008 will be like nothing we have ever done. It's very emotional and can't miss. We will also begin building a HUGE umbrella story that will tie up alot of loose ends and that is filled with mystery, intrigue, and some returns as well."

    Bo/Hope/Steve/Kayla: "The aftermath of what happened on New Year's Eve will dominate the early part of the year. Bo and Hope's trust issues that seemed solved come back to the surface. Her infidelity and discretion present the biggest test Bo and Hope have faced and the consequences of the secrets that were kept and how they came out will affect many lives. Shawn will also fit into their part of the story down the line, as will a face from Bo's past. Meanwhile, Steve and Kayla face a similar plight. Kayla and her baby are at great risk and Stephanie can't even bare to look at her father. Steve is in for the fight of his life as he faces one of the greatest challenges of his life."

    Roman/Marlena: "Roman in in jail for Orpheus' murder and Stefano is pulling all the strings. Marlena and the Brady's will fight like hell to save him while Roman finds himself being overcome by memories of his past, so much so that he becomes immersed in it. That will play a key role in our big umbrella story this year."

    Jack/Billie: "Billie's life spirals out of control as she falls back into bad habits to deal with all the problems and revelations she has dealt with of late. Jack knows something is wrong but Billie continues to push him away. He is still determined to save her and to find out what is wrong. Kate and Miranda's relationship will come into play hugely here after Kate tries on her own to save Billie. She finds herself making things worse once again and having to turn to the last person she wanted to ask for help-her estranged sister."

    Frankie/Greta: "Frankie has confessed his feelings but Greta hasn't, not wanting to jinx it. That is pivotal in January as Greta races to tell a critically injured Frankie how she feels. They have some really beautiful stuff coming and it's classic love story stuff. Greta has finally found her happiness and so has Frankie. It's going to be an emotional journey for the characters and fans."

    Sami/Lucas: "Lucas is in a whole lot of trouble after Joelle's murder and things get worse when he is linked to other crimes. Sami launches her own crusade to prove him innocent and teams up with a shocking ally. Meanwhile, a paranoid Will begins to question his sanity."

    Alyson/Belle/Philip: "Philip and Alyson's drunken night of passion was supposed to be nothing more then a one night stand yet they can't stop thinking about each other. Philip's world will get rocked when he learns a shocking bit of info and he will also find himself involved in a world of trouble when he is under suspicion of a crime. Fate will keep bringing Alyson and Philip into each other's orbit while a case of the green eyed monster strikes Belle."

    Abby/Max: "They are together and are supporting each other. They will try to have a normal relationship but shocking info Forrest brings to them will rock their world. They will face a new threat and will be quite involved in the big umbrella story too, while also being involved with their families."

    Abe/Celeste/Lincoln/Lexie: "After Lexie gives the ok, Abe and Celeste will decide to embark on a relationship but it might not be as easy as they had hoped. Meanwhile, Lexie is back at the hospital and begins her surgical rotation. She will find herself striking Lincoln's fancy and a bond begins to develop."

    Tony/Anna/Stefano/Cassie: "Stefano learns of Lexie and Tony working together to bring him down and "fix" the Dimera dynasty, leading to them having to face down his wrath. Cassie turns her back on Tony and Marlena and is closer to Stefano then ever. Meanwhile, Anna and Carrie try to bond and proves how far she will go for her daughter."

    Victor/Maggie: "Victor and Maggie try to plan their future while also supporting and helping their family and friends. Victor's plans for Philip will be uncovered. There will be a big complete cast event in February as all of Salem gathers for the opening of Maggie's club."

    Nicole: "Nicole is in hiding as her list of enemies grows. She encounters someone who she thinks was sent from Eric and this person brings Nicole to a point where she realizes how far she has gone...but it may be far too late for redemption."

    Jean: "Jean and Alyson are on the outs and Jean will do anything to get back into her daughter's good graces. Expect her to strike up a shocking alliance and she still has at least one more skeleton in her closet."

    Mike: "He is sticking around Salem for awhile. His explained his reasons for doing so to his family...but is there another reason he purposely left out? There is more to this then meets the eye."

    Big Umbrella Story: "The seeds have been being planted for months and the buildup begins fully in January. It's a slow moving story to start but once it gets going it will involve a good deal of the cast and some big returns. It will answer alot of questions and will bring a finality to several ongoing stories. It's exciting, adventurous, and is truly edge of your seat drama that can't be missed. We are excited about it."


    ANNOUNCEMENT: THE BEST OF 2007!!

    We at Salem Lives want to hear from you! Over the next month, several polls will be started over in the poll center of SON that will feature choices for categories like "Best Story," "Best Twist," etc. This is our chance to hear what you think and also feel free to explain your choices in comments below the polls. It's just a way of being interactive with our fans. A link to each poll will be posted in the blog when a poll is posted and will also be posted in the mySONBC discussion thread. We would appreciate all of our readers participating. It helps us see what you liked and disliked and we do this all for you...the fans. We look forward to the results! The first poll is already posted and you can find the link right below this announcement.

    SALEM LIVES: BEST OF 2007: POLL #1

    COMINGS AND GOINGS

    COMING

    Two Returns: Setsiders report that two familiar faces will return in January. See 2008 previews for more.

    GOING

    Arloa Reton (Joelle Young): Reton last aired on January 2 when Joelle succumbed to her injuries. Reton has been recurring as Kate's secretary since 2002 but had been MIA for a lengthy period until being trust into a story with Lucas in August. "We loved her and the fans loved to hate her," says EP/HW Tim Lowery. "She will be missed."

    WHO'S STAYING

    Kale Browne and Jaime Lyn Bauer (Bill and Laura Horton): Both characters will be sticking around for a little while longer as Bill deals with his son, Lucas' (Bryan Dattilo), legal troubles. They have both been placed on recurring status.

    Patsy Pease (Kimberly Brady): Pease is sticking around a while longer to support her family through their current troubles. She has been placed on recurring status, much like she was in 2007.

    Judi Evans (Adrienne Johnson-Kiriakis): While Justin (Wally Kurth) has left, Adrienne is sticking around a bit to support her brother, Steve (Stephen Nichols), and his family. She has been placed on recurring status.

    Christie Clark (Carrie Brady-Reed): As previously reported, Clark is remaining on the show for an indefinite period of time and is recurring.

    Micheal T. Weiss (Mike Horton): As previously reported, Weiss is sticking around indefinitely and is on recurring status.

    Jake T. Austin (Joey Young): Joelle's son is going nowhere and setsiders say that fans should expect to see more of the young actor in 2008.


    PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WK OF 1/7/08

    -Philip and Alyson wake up in each other's arms!
    -Roman is arraigned.
    -The evidence against Lucas piles up.
    -A new man comes into Nicole's life.
    -Alyson wants answers.
    -Philip lets Belle have it.
    -Steve and Kayla come face to face.
    -Greta wakes up, determined to see Frankie.
    -The unthinkable happens.

    RED ALERT: THURSDAY AND FRIDAY JANUARY 10 AND 11

    THE UNTHINKABLE HAPPENS AND ROCKS SALEM!!!

    NEXT WEEK: Tragedy strikes. Steve faces his greatest challenge yet. Bo and Hope fall apart. Nicole bonds with her new friend while several Salemites target her. A familiar face returns to Salem.

  9. PhoenixRising05
    JANUARY 8, 2008-EPISODE #410: THE LITTLE THINGS...


    STREETS OF DOWNTOWN SALEM

    Nicole is walking the streets wearing a red haired wig, glasses, and layers of clothing. She is carrying takeout food and is about go south on West St but stops herself, saying something is telling her not go that way. She decides to take a shortcut to get back to Orpheus' apartment. As she walks toward an alley, she notices a little boy digging in a trash can in an alley. He pulls a sandwich out and sits down but seems to be favoring a knee that is all cut up. Nicole can see and hear him crying and seems tempted to go over to the boy. She prepares to walk away but can't seem to. Drawn to the child, Nicole opts to go over to him and does so.

    Nicole approaches the boy...it's Joelle's son, Joey! Joey backs away as she approaches. Nicole tells him not to be afraid, saying she heard him crying and saw that he was hurt. Joey says he is not supposed to talk to strangers. Nicole nods and then points out that his knee needs to be taken care of and adds that eating sandwiches out of a trash can is not a good idea either. Joey tells her he has no choice, he is all alone. Nicole asks if he ran away from home or is lost. Joey shakes his head, saying he has no one. His grandma is gone and now, so is his mother. Nicole asks what he means by "gone." Joey tearfully says they both died and he has no one else. His mom always said it was just the three of them. Now it's just him.

    Nicole is shocked and seems very affected by this. She is confused about what to do about this boy, knowing full well she is in hiding. Nicole seemingly can't help but feel drawn to Joey and even seems to be fighting back tears. After a few moments of indecisiveness, Nicole tells Joey she knows he doesn't know her and that she is a stranger but suggests he come with her to her place. She can give him a decent meal and clean his knee up. Joey is unsure and a little afraid. Nicole smiles and says he probably has one hell of a scream and is quicker then her so, if she is a manic, he can probably get away. Joey laughs. Nicole holds out her hand and introduces herself. Joey tells her his name and, after a few moments, takes her hand. She then helps him up and helps him along as the scene shifts to...


    BILLIE'S P.I. OFFICE

    Billie is asleep on her desk. After a few moments, she begins to stir. She is disheveled and hung over. She looks around, wondering where she even is, She sees two empty bottles of vodka on the floor near her desk and comes to the realization of what happened to her last night and how she fell off the wagon. She covers her face in shame and can't believe what she did after all these years of sobriety, telling herself all that has happened to her is not an excuse. She gets up and tries to get a hold of herself and clean herself up. She puts some coffee on and jumps in fright at the sound of a knock at the door. Jack yells out it's him and Billie slowly and reluctantly goes to open up, trying her best to make herself look presentable.

    Billie answers the door and Jack is shocked at the sight of her, asking what happened. Billie lies and says she was so stressed out she left the hospital and tried to throw herself into her work, adding she got no sleep at all either. Jack tells her that she looks like she had been drinking. Billie shakes her head, saying what she said is the truth. Jack asks if she is ok. Billie tells him she is dealing with everything but needs time to work through it all. Jack tells her he has good news and bad news. Billie braces herself. Jack tells her that Greta is fine, Kayla and her baby are stabilized but still in danger, and that Frankie made it through surgery but it's still touch and go. Billie nods, saying that is better then she expected. Jack tells her that he will give her the bad news now...Lucas is arrested and is being charged with 9 counts of rape and murder, saying he has now been tied to the Midwestern rapist crimes on top of Joelle's murder and rape.

    Billie is stunned. Jack points out that Kate and him have been looking for her to tell her. Billie quickly says she has to get dressed and get down to the station. She tells Jack not to wait for her. She can take herself and thanks him. Jack asks if she is sure she is ok and tells her they are all worried about her. Billie insists she is fine, says goodbye, and closes the door in his face. She then tells herself she doesn't know how much more she can take while Jack tells himself outside Billie's office that something is really wrong with Billie and wonders what. The scene shifts to...


    SALEM PARK

    Belle is with Claire near the playground when Philip walks by. Belle asks what he is doing there. Philip tells her not to worry. He was taking a shortcut to a meeting, not stalking her. Belle gives him a cold and sarcastic look. He smiles and says hello to Claire, kissing her as Belle looks on. Philip asks what they are up to. Belle tells him that Claire had a play date and she came to get her while her family deals with what has happened to her father and Lucas. They are just on their way home and Claire wanted to walk through the pretty, snow-covered park. Philip asks about Lucas. Belle is shocked no one told him. Philip realizes his phone is off and turns it on, seeing the many messages he has. Belle fills him in. Philip decides he has to go to the station. Belle asks why he had his phone off as he never does. Philip says he was busy last night. Belle remembers how early Philip left his father's wedding and asks what was so important that he left Victor's wedding and turned his phone off.

    Philip shakes his head and smiles, telling Belle why she even cares. He has been trying for weeks to prove himself to her and she kicks him around like a rag doll. Belle rolls her eyes, saying he is taking it all the wrong way. Philip doesn't think he is and tells Belle he doesn't care anymore. He knows she will never forgive him and he knows she will poison Claire against him. Philip points out he loves his daughter and doesn't want to give up on her but doesn't know what else to do. He tells Belle she will have to come to him if and when she is good and ready but he isn't waiting anymore or groveling.

    Philip: You will see, Belle. One day, when Claire is older, she will ask about her daddy. What are you going to tell her? You always pride yourself on being Ms. Perfect. Doing no wrong! Certainly, you wouldn't lie to your own daughter, would you?

    Belle looks coldly at Philip.

    Philip: That day will come, Belle. When it does, you will realize what an insensitive brat your being. Looks like you still have alot of growing up to do.

    Philip kisses Claire goodbye and walks off, giving Belle one more look before leaving, as a stunned Belle looks on and the scene fades to...


    ORPHEUS SECRET PALATIAL HOME(on the outskirts of Salem)

    Nicole is tending to Joey's knee, telling him the disinfectant will sting. Joey braces himself as Nicole sprays it. Joey doesn't think that was bad. Nicole smiles. Joey looks at her and says she has a nice place. Nicole says it's a friend's, who went on a long vacation. Joey points out that him and his mom had a small place with his grandma. Nicole puts the bandage on his knee and says he is all set. She then gets up and asks what he wants to eat. Joey asks why she is being so nice to him. Nicole looks at him and says she really doesn't know. It just feels right. Joey tells her that his grandma always believed in angels. Not so much his mom. Joey tells Nicole he thinks she is his angel, coming to help him. He thinks that is why he felt he could come with her. Nicole smiles, saying she is no angel. She asks again what he would like to eat. Joey tells her he likes PB&J. Nicole thinks she can do that.

    Joey thanks Nicole and says he will be gone after he eats. Nicole asks where he is going to go. Joey is silent. Nicole thinks it's best if he stays with her for the night and they can talk about possible plans later. Joey asks if that is ok, saying it would be nice to be in a warm place tonight. Nicole nods, saying it's fine. Joey smiles, thanking her again. Nicole goes to make his PB&J and glances at her purse. She notices a picture she has of Eric that is loose in her purse and takes it out. She stares at it, recalling how something told her to go where Joey was earlier and how she was drawn to him and he to her. She looks at Eric and then looks to the heavens above. Nicole wonders if Eric brought Joey to her for a reason. Nicole looks over at Joey on the couch as the scene shifts to....


    SALEM POLICE STATION

    Billie arrives and Kate notices how awful she looks. She looks at her and asks if she has been drinking. Billie gives Kate the same lie she told Jack. Kate doesn't seem to buy it. Marlena, Abe, Carrie, Will, Bill, Mike, and a wheelchair-bound Sami enter the room just as Jack and Philip arrive. Abe tells them there is more evidence. The Midwestern rapist left a calling card near all his victims...it was a letter...which turned out to be the first letter of all the last names of the victims. Abe notes that this evidence was just pieced together and, with Joelle's name now on the list due to Lucas being tied to the Midwestern rapist murder crimes, the letters now seem to spell out something. Kate asks what that is. Abe writes the name of each victim on a board in front of them.

    Brenda Sanders, Myra Andrews, Melanie Meadows, Selena Ingram, Lorna Burrows, Leslie Ryder, Paula Adrian, Melinda Drier, and...the most recent and only Salem victim, Joelle Young.

    Everyone is stunned when they realize what the letters spell out...SAMI BRADY!!!

    Abe nods and then says Lucas doesn't have a single alibi for any of the rapes/murders and that they did not start until shortly after Sami's presumed death and adds there was a lull around the time Sami was found as there was no victims after that until Joelle. Kate thinks Lucas is being framed. Everyone agrees. Abe tells them all that whether that is the case or not, Lucas is in a whole lot of trouble. Mike goes to call Maggie so she can fill the others in as Marlena and Carrie comfort Sami and Will while a stunned Philip, Kate, Billie, Bill, and Jack look on as the scene fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    A STEFANO AND ROMAN SHOWDOWN!!
  10. PhoenixRising05

    1/9/08: HELPLESS

    By PhoenixRising05,

    JANUARY 9, 2008-EPISODE #411: HELPLESS


    HORTON HOUSE

    Maggie brings Hope home to be with her family. Doug asks about Lucas and Hope says that with the new evidence against him, he’s looking at some serious time. Julie says that Victor and Lucas’ lawyer won’t let that happen and Alice says she hopes not.

    Hope then sits down and says she has something to tell them all. As everyone is seated, she says that her and Bo are split up right now. Everyone is shocked and when Julie asks why, she explains her affair with Steve and what led up to it. She also admits that Chelsea is her child and is sorry she kept that secret for so long. Maggie says that this is a lot to take in and Hope realizes that. She just hopes her family can forgive her.

    Doug walks over and sits next to his little girl and hugs her, saying that he now sees why she was siding with Julie before. Alice tells Hope to look at her and, when she does, Alice says one thing....

    Alice: You and Bo have been through too much to end it now, dear. Trust in your love for each other.

    Hope listens to Alice as Doug rocks her back and forth. The scene then fades into....


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    In Kayla's room, Stephanie has just walked in. She sees Steve and Adrienne sitting on either side of Kayla and is unhappy to see Steve there. Adrienne shakes her head, hinting to Stephanie it's not the time to fight with her mother laying right there. Stephanie asks how she’s doing. Adrienne says there is no change. She then tells Steve and Stephanie that her and Justin talked and she will stay in Salem, by their side. Steve doesn’t want her to neglect her family and Adrienne says that her and Justin both agreed. He’s already back home with the boys anyway. Steve and Adrienne then walk out into the hallway and he says that the one thing he doesn’t want to do is put more pressure on Kayla or the baby.

    Adrienne says that is why she is there to help. Everything will be fine. Stephanie walks back out into the hallway and Adrienne says they should go see Frankie. Adrienne then winks at Steve and, as they leave, Steve re-enters the room.

    He sees Kayla laying there, quiet and helpless, and starts crying. He says that this is all his fault and he begs her to just wake up so that she can hopefully give him one more chance to prove how much he loves her......and how sorry he is. As Steve takes her hand and cries deeply, the scene shifts to..........

    Greta’s room. Victor sits by her bedside and just smiles at her. A few moments later, she finally wakes up. Victor is elated as doctors and nurses come in and check on her. As Greta asks a happy Victor if she can see Frankie........Caroline sits in front of a window to his room. Frankie hasn’t moved a muscle since he was brought in and Kim, who has joined her, asks if they should start considering bringing their priest over.

    Caroline looks at her and tells her she guesses the question needed to be asked. Max then walks up, asking if there has been any change. Abby walks up behind Max and hugs him, as everyone looks at Frankie and prays for a miracle.


    SALEM POLICE STATION

    In their cell, Roman asks how Lucas is holding up. Lucas says he’s got another day to sweat since his arraignment was postponed because of new evidence. As a guard tells Roman that he is being transferred to the state prison tomorrow, he also tells him he has a visitor. Roman excuses himself and, as Lucas plays another game of Solitaire......

    Roman is brought into the visitor’s room. He sits in front of the glass and waits. As he looks, he sees his visitor......and turns his head and laughs out loud. As his visitor sits down, the visitor waits for Roman to pick up his phone. Roman sits forward, picks up his phone and says....

    Roman: Well......nice to see you.
    Stefano: Likewise, Roman......especially behind bars. Prison orange seems to suit you, my friend.
    Roman: You !@#$%^&*]. My sister is fighting for her and her child’s life, my brother is fighting for his life, but you are here to gloat. Congrats, old man.
    Stefano: Thank you, my friend. You know......you were my favorite........and best Pawn. I hope what I trained you with will serve you well in prison.
    Roman: Oh, don’t worry about that, Stefano. Once I get out of here.......I'm coming after you. You haven’t heard the last of me.
    Stefano: Well.........I’ll have to tell the lovely Marlena that......one night, when we’re all alone.

    Roman stands up quickly and tells Stefano.........

    Roman: You stay the hell away from her! SHE’S MY WIFE!!!! DON’T EVEN THINK ABOUT TOUCHING HER!!!
    Stefano: More useless threats. Well..........take care, my friend. And just remember one thing.
    Roman: What is that, you bastard?!

    As Stefano stands, he stares at Roman and, right before he hangs up the phone, tells him......

    Stefano: Don’t drop the soap!!!

    Stefano hangs up the phone as Roman bangs on the glass and, as Stefano laughs heartedly, the guards have to restrain Roman as they force him back to his cell.

    Stefano leaves and, as the scene shows him walking down the hallway, laughing all the way.......it slowly fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    RELATIONSHIPS FALL APART AND LIVES ARE IN DANGER!!!
  11. PhoenixRising05
    JANUARY 10, 2008-EPISODE #412: HELPLESS PART II


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Hope and Maggie arrive. As Maggie tells her she is going to find Victor, Hope sees Bo with Caroline. As she begins to walk over, Bo sees her as well.......and then turns and walks away with Caroline. Marlena then comes around the corner, long enough to see Hope crying once again. As Marlena asks Hope what’s wrong, they sit down and Hope tells her everything that she did. Marlena tells her it will ok and as she hugs her.........

    The Brady's are in front of Frankie’s window. Caroline asks if there has been any change and Mike says he’s still the same. Abby asks when he might wake up and Lexie can’t give any answer. Abby then says she talked to Stephanie and was told Kayla and the baby are stable. When Caroline asks about Roman, Bo says it doesn’t look good for either him or Lucas.

    Inside Frankie’s room, Max tells him to get better so they can have poker night again and Abby tells Jennifer to watch over him. She also reminds Frankie that he promised her mom he would be there for her and J.J. so he has to wake up.

    Jack then arrives and stands behind Abby, asking if Frankie has improved. She says no. Billie then walks up and Jack tells the Brady's how sorry he is. Abby then suggests that Jack and Billie go in and see him. He would like to know his friends are there. Jack looks at Billie, who says it’s ok, and they both go in. Once in his room, Jack has to hold a crying Billie as they both look at him.......laying there, helpless.

    In Greta’s room, she insists on seeing Frankie. Victor says she’s not strong enough but Greta tells him that she wants to say to him what she should have said all along. She wants to tell him how she feels because she believes he saved her life that night. As Maggie fights back tears, Victor tells Greta that she isn’t going anywhere until she is stronger. Greta tells him that he doesn’t understand and if it were Maggie laying in a hospital room and he had a chance to say something to her.......would he pass it up?

    Victor gets a wheelchair and tells Greta’s nurse that he will accept full responsibility for her.

    Outside Frankie’s room once again, Hope and Marlena walk up to the family. Bo turns and gives Hope another cold look, making Caroline and Kimberly uneasy. Marlena sees this and suggests that her and Hope go and see Kayla. Bo says that is a good idea and, as the women walk off, Hope turns and looks at Bo, who has turned his back to her.

    In Kayla’s room, Steve wipes his face as she starts to wake up. She looks at him, asking what is he doing there. He just says he’s happy she’s awake. She turns her head back, saying he shouldn’t be there. She says she needs to stay calm and he says that is what he’s there for. Kayla ask if he was there for Hope when he slept with her and produced Chelsea.

    Steve says that he has no feelings for Hope and Kalya says he has a funny way of showing it. She then says he needs to leave. She has to stay calm and he’s not helping. Steve says he is not leaving until he knows she’s ok and Kayla’s monitors start going off. Her blood pressure starts shooting up and she grabs her stomach. As doctors and nurses rush in, Rich tells Steve he has to leave.......now.

    Steve reluctantly walks out and joins Hope and Marlena, who have arrived, right before Kayla passes out from the pain.

    Stephanie walks out into the hallway and sees Steve and Hope standing. She is appalled, saying that they can’t even keep their hands off of each other while her mother is fighting for her life. Marlena and Adrienne watch as Steve tells Stephanie to watch her tone. Stephanie walks up to Steve and Hope and tells them both......

    Stephanie: Watch This!!

    She then hauls off and slaps Hope hard, making her take a step back. Hope holds her face and looks at her in shock as Adrienne takes two big steps over, grabs Stephanie by the arm, and tells her in no uncertain terms that no matter how pissed off or scared she is, that will NEVER give her the right to behave like that.

    Stephanie says how sorry she is to everyone and then runs off, crying. Adrienne chases after her as Hope starts crying once again in Marlena’s arms. Rich come out, telling everyone that they are trying to bring down Kayla’s blood pressure for her and the baby’s sake. If they can’t........

    They both may die. Steve can’t believe how bad everything has gotten and, as everyone looks at him, he does only one thing..........

    Blame himself.

    Abe and Celeste then walk up to Frankie’s room, asking how he’s doing. Bo is sitting next to Caroline and says there is still no change. Greta is then wheeled around the corner by her father as Celeste says that something is about to happen. Jack and Billie look at Frankie as his eyes start to slowly open and then, in a whisper, he says.....

    Frankie: At least.......I woke up in time......to see the NFL playoffs.

    Everyone laughs as Jack goes to get a nurse and Greta is taken into his room. As Jack runs out, Billie leans forward and Frankie asks her to do one thing......

    Frankie: Tell my family.........how much I love them. Tell Greta too. And.........tell Ma.........thank you.

    He then goes into cardiac arrest as Caroline jumps up and has to be restrained from going into his room. Greta is taken out and so is a crying Billie as Mike and Lexie race in, along with a full medical crew.

    All Greta hopes is that she gets the chance to tell Frankie how she feels......and blames herself for not saying it sooner.

    The blinds are closed as the family waits and, fifteen minutes later, Mike walks out with Lexie right behind him. When Caroline walks over to him, followed by her family and friends, she asks Mike how her son is doing. Mike looks at her.........grimly, and tells her........

    Mike: I think it’s time you called Father Jansen. There isn’t much time left.

    Bo stares ahead as a tear rolls down his cheek. Greta starts crying and, as both Victor and Maggie try to comfort her, Caroline asks to go in and see her son. She wants to be there when he dies. Abe and Celeste and Kim, Max, and Abby look on as Caroline is helped into Frankie’s room by Bo.......

    And as they look at a brain-dead Frankie, the scene sees Caroline crying in Bo’s arms......and then slowly fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    THE UNTHINKABLE HAPPENS!!!

    UPDATE: FRIDAY'S EPISODE WILL BE POSTED BY MONDAY AFTERNOON AND MONDAY'S BY MID-DAY TUESDAY. TUESDAY'S EPISODE WILL BE POSTED ON OUR NORMAL SCHEDULE.
  12. PhoenixRising05
    WEEK OF JANUARY 21, 2008 EDITION

    NEW INSIDER FEATURE COMING!!!

    Beginning in the second February edition of the SL Insider, we will begin a new feature entitled "Insider In Depth." This feature will be an article that delves into the current developments of a character on SL and their current story. This will allow our loyal readers to get a better grasp on the characters and the current developments with them. Look for February sweeps previews to be posted in the first February edition of the Insider!!

    TWO NEW SALEM LIVES "BEST OF 2007" POLLS!!

    The second and third polls in our Salem Lives "BEST OF 2007" feature that are posted.

    Here is Poll #2: The Best Twist or Most Surprising Moment of 2007.

    POLL #2

    Here is Poll #3: The Best Story of 2007.

    POLL #3

    CASTING NEWS ALERT!! TWO BIG RETURNS!!

    As has been speculated for weeks, two familiar faces will be returning this month to Salem Lives. Fans can expect one of these returns this week. "They are huge," says EP/HW Tim Lowery. "I think the fans will love it." Stay tuned!

    WHO'S OUT!!

    Billy Warlock (Frankie Brady): The actor, who returned in 2005 after nearly a 15 year absence, last aired on January 15 in a dream of Greta's (Julianne Morris). Look for more on his exit in a future Insider.

    PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WEEK OF 1/21/08

    Lucas Says Goodbye.
    Sami and Kate Vow to Take Action.
    Salem Mourns Frankie.
    Bo Gets A Shock.
    Forrest and Miranda Return to Salem.

    EPISODE ALERT!!! TUESDAY JANUARY 22: SALEM GATHERS TO MOURN FRANKIE.

    NEXT WEEK: Several Salemites Fear a New Threat. Alyson and Philip Share a Close Moment. Kayla and Steve Touch Base. Nicole and Joey Grow Closer.
  13. PhoenixRising05
    JANUARY 21, 2008-EPISODE #418: DIFFERENCES ASIDE


    SALEM POLICE STATION

    Lucas is led into a waiting room and sees his family there. Bill walks over and asks him how he’s doing and Lucas says if Bill were going to a maximum security prison, how would he be doing? Bill smiles and admits it was a stupid question and both men laugh. Julie tells Lucas that everything will be ok and Maggie tells him that Victor will do his best to get both him and Roman out of there. Alice tells him to be strong and Doug says that this D.A. is just trumping up charges on him, to which Marlena agrees with.

    She then goes over and stands next to Bill, telling Lucas that they will fight like hell to bring him home. Lucas appreciates that but says that it doesn’t look too good for him. He’ll keep the faith though.

    Philip and Belle then come in and Philip walks over to shake his brother’s hand. Kate slowly walks in and says that she will do whatever she can to get him free. Lucas tells Kate her kind of help isn’t needed. It’s probably one of the reasons why he’s in prison. Billie also comes in and hugs Lucas, saying that she will do what she can. He tells her she doesn’t look well and she says it’s fine. She just has a lot on her mind. Lucas says that both her and Philip can drop by and see him or to talk, to which they appreciate the offer.

    Bill then asks for Lucas to not be so hard on Kate and Lucas says Bill never had to really deal with her. Everything she touches, she poisons. Kate doesn’t care how angry Lucas is....he is her child and she will do what a mother has to do. Sami, who is standing off to the side, agrees, saying that with both families behind him, how can he lose?

    The Brady women tell Sami that after what she’s been through, she shouldn’t get involved. Sami is stunned, saying that she should just let her man rot behind bars for something he didn’t do.....while the true guilty man goes free. Belle says this could really cost her her life and Sami doesn’t care. She has no life without Lucas and this actually makes Kate smile. Philip sees this and tells Kate not to get involved. Kate is then asking if he is saying she can’t help her own son.

    Philip is just saying it’s too dangerous. Kate asks where the sudden affection is coming from. Sami says that she and Kate have to do this.....and Will is not to find out. Kate agrees. Sami then says they both will do what they have to in order to get Lucas out of this mess....

    And make Patricia pay for what she’s done.

    Billie, in the meantime, can’t seem to shake the headache from the hangover she has. She stands off to the side and Kate walks over to her as Philip watches. Kate asks her if she is ok and Billie snaps at her, saying she didn’t care when she was keeping her father away from her, so why does she care now? Philip walks over as Billie tells Kate that she should spend her time thinking about how she’s going to screw up Lucas’ life more by trying to help him.

    As Billie walks away, Kate tries to follow but Philip grabs her arms, telling her to leave Billie alone. As a worried and saddened Kate looks at Billie leave....

    Bill looks at Lucas and shakes his hand. He tells him that he is proud of how Lucas is handling this travesty and will someday be home, free and clear of these bogus charges. Sami and Will come up to Lucas and both hug him. Will says he’ll keep the Xbox 360 in the box until he gets home and Sami says that their home will be very empty until he returns. Lucas keeps a stiff upper lip, saying that if anyone can get him out of this mess.....it’s his family and friends.

    Marlena tells him how right he is. The guard knocks on the door and tells Lucas it’s time. Everyone looks at Lucas as he says.....

    Lucas: Well......see ya in the funny papers.

    Sami and Lucas hug deeply as he pulls away from her and Will has to stop her from chasing after him as Lucas leaves the waiting room quickly. Everyone looks at each other and, in a show of solidarity, Kate walks over.......

    And takes Sami’s hand, as both women tell the other they have to work together....

    To bring Lucas home. The scene freeze-frames on these two adversaries holding hands........as it slowly fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    SALEM GATHERS TO MOURN FRANKIE!!!

    THIS WEEK'S PROMO:

    ANNOUNCER: LAST WEEK...

    Clip of Greta crying on a lifeless Frankie's chest and of Stephanie comforting a distraught Kayla.

    TRAGEDY ROCKED SALEM...

    Greta to Jack: I don't know how I will get through this.
    Kayla to Caroline: It's like a part of me...a part of me and Steve's love...died with that child.

    NOW...THE AFTERMATH...

    Steve to Kayla: I love you. I love you and I think our love is strong enough to get through this.

    A tearful Greta wheels up to Frankie's coffin and says:

    Greta: I will never forget you.

    THIS WEEK....SALEM MOURNS...

    Clip of Frankie's coffin next to a picture of him and clip of Caroline holding a devastated Kayla.

    IT'S A WEEK YOU CAN'T MISS!!!



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    1/23/08: SHAKEN

    By PhoenixRising05,

    JANUARY 23, 2008-EPISODE #420: SHAKEN

    “Marlena!!!!!!!!”

    Roman tries to run around his car and he gets closer to the house but the flames and fire are keeping him back. He kneels down in front of the car as he sees most of the house either destroyed or engulfed in flames. He calls out once more....

    “MARLENA!!!!!!................”

    As the top floor explodes.........

    And then he suddenly wakes up,in his jail cell. It has been the worst one so far. Lucas stirs in his bunk and Roman is glad he didn’t wake him. He stands up and goes to the bars, where he can see the moonlit sky across the way. He doesn’t know why, after 23 years, why he is all of a sudden having these nightmares. And now.....he’s locked up in prison....for murder. Murdering the man who kidnapped his wife and daughter......

    And killed his son.

    But, the one part that he won’t admit to Marlena, or to anyone else..........

    Is why.......why is he also having dreams about the year and a half he was missing and held by Stefano? The dreams are coming back full force......the plastic surgery.......the memory lapses.....the intense pain that he suffered through. As Roman stands looking into the night, he wonders what it all means....

    And where these nightmares are leading to.


    DIMERA PENTHOUSE

    Walking outside his penthouse, Stefano and Lincoln discuss current events....

    Stefano: And, my friend......how is Roman Brady faring in prison?
    Lincoln: He is doing well, from what I hear.
    Stefano: Good. Make sure nothing happens to him. Marlena would never forgive me if something ever did.
    Lincoln: You still love her......after all these years.
    Stefano: Always have.....always will, my friend. Anyway, did you get that information on the man I asked you for?
    Lincoln: Yes. It’s upstairs in your suite.
    Stefano: Excellent, Lincoln. Now.......the next phase of my plan will start coming together. There are two men who are very important to me. I want them found.......and brought to me, when the time is necessary.
    Lincoln: Understood.
    Stefano: The one thing that must never happen......is for Roman Brady to retrieve his entire memory. If he does..........

    It will mean complete destruction......for us all.

    As both men continue down the sidewalk..........


    SALEM CITY HALL

    Marlena sits in Abe’s office, waiting for him to arrive. As he walks in, he already says he knows about Roman’s nightmares and there isn’t too much that can be done. Marlena says there is......she can be made his doctor while he’s in prison, so he can get the mental help he needs. Abe doesn’t think it will help and Marlena says that Roman will actually be her first patient as she returns to the field. She helped him once before when he regained his life back in 1986 and she can do it again.

    After a few moments, Abe says that, for her and his best friend, he’ll try his best. But.......Marlena better not expect any miracles. As Abe says he needs his office to make some phone calls, a happy Marlena runs out and heads home.


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Bo sits looking out a window and thinking of Hope. He starts to wonder if the two of them can ever work out their problems......when he receives a call on his cell phone. It is a woman on the other end, speaking in a distorted tone, asking if he can meet her at the Pub right away. When Bo starts to demand who is this woman, she simply says.....

    Woman: Bo, please.........just do as I say. Your life and the life of your family........may depend on it.

    The woman suddenly hangs up and Bo, after a few anxious moments, grabs his jacket and heads out to the Pub.


    BRADY PUB

    Twenty minutes later, Bo walks briskly up to the window of the door. He looks in and then opens the door. He steps briefly in and looks around.....and does not see any mysterious woman sitting among the regulars. He sighs deeply and prepares to leave. As he closes the door and turns around.....

    The woman who called him stands before him. Shocked almost out of his shoes, all Bo can say is.....

    Bo: No........you........after all these years.


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Steve waits around the corner from Kayla’s room. He waits for Stephanie to leave and, after a half hour, she comes walking out. She doesn’t see her father and Steve waits for her to round the corner as he slips into Kayla’s room.

    Once inside, he looks at his beautiful wife and once again says how sorry he is for everything. She wakes up, saying that he should have thought of that before he slept with Hope. Steve tries to reason with her, saying that Stefano and Lawrence Alamain are the reason why so much of his life has been taken from him. Kayla says that maybe he should blame Orpheus as well. After all, he did kidnap her all those years ago. Maybe she should have used that as an excuse to screw around on him.

    Steve says that isn’t fair and Kayla tells him not to say the word fair after what has happened. She also says she doesn’t know if she can ever forgive him. Steve is stunned and silent and Kayla tells him to get out and to not come back until she says it’s ok.

    Steve looks at her and silently turns to leave. As he walks out, he readjusts his eye patch and, as a tear comes down his face, he slowly walks off down the hall....

    And the scene fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    A FAMILIAR FACE IS BACK!!!

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  15. PhoenixRising05
    JANUARY 25, 2008- EPISODE #422: APPROACHING



    ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI

    Miranda and Shane meet Forrest at Robata’s restaurant in St. Louis. As they all sit down, Forrest tells Shane that his brother is on the move. Miranda concurs, saying that everything that she has found out points to Lawrence making a move soon. Shane wonders if Roman ending up in prison, through Stefano, was just a way to neutralize him. Forrest doesn’t put anything past his brother. Shane then says that after their meal, they have to get to Salem and bring the families together.

    Someone needs to tell them...........times are about to get bad once again. As they all order there meal, in Salem.......


    ROMAN AND MARLENA'S HOUSE

    Marlena sits at the dining room table, reading a letter from Roman. As she finishes, she knows that Roman needs her as his doctor sooner rather than later. She runs upstairs to get dressed and, as Sami comes over to see her, Marlena asks her to come to the state prison with her to see Roman. Sami agrees and, as they both head out.....


    ILLINOIS STATE PENITENTIARY

    Roman sits on the edge of his bunk, watching television. Lucas says to him, as he looks up from a book, that Roman isn’t getting any sleep lately. Roman says he’s just having some tough times getting used to being locked up like an animal. Lucas says he’s getting used to the very same thing.......but still seems to sleep well. He asks what it is that Roman is dreaming about. Roman says he can’t make heads or tails of anything but, hopefully, Marlena will help him bring everything out in the open.

    In the waiting area, Marlena and Sami sit and wait. As Roman comes in, the ladies just look at him and Sami keeps to herself how bad her father looks. Roman and Marlena pick up the phones and Marlena asks him if the nightmares are getting worse. Sami is shocked at hearing this for the first time and Roman reluctantly shakes his head yes. Marlena takes Sami’s hand as she tells him she has an idea......she has petitioned the state to allow her to once again become his doctor......

    So that she can help him unlock all these memories. Roman is scared of what he may find and Sami takes the phone, saying that it may be the only way he can get out of prison.. After a few moments, Roman reluctantly agrees and, as both women smile at him......


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Bo walks into the mansion with Carly. She still doesn’t know if this is a good idea and, before Bo can answer,..........Victor walks into the room. Bo looks at both Carly and Victor as they stare at each other and Bo then excuses himself and leaves the room. Victor invites Carly to sit down and he goes to pour some drinks. Carly quietly sits on the couch as Victor bring the drinks over and, as he sits down, they toast each other and take a sip. Nico and Bo walk back into the room and Bo remarks that all the furnishings are still in tact, so.............

    That finally breaks the ice and Victor tells her the past is in the past. Carly really appreciates that, saying that she sees a different man than the one she ran from all those years ago. Victor says that Bo is to thank for that.........and his new wife, Maggie. Carly congratulates him on his marriage, saying she heard about it. Victor then asks why is she back in Salem after all this time and Bo and Nico step forward, with Bo telling Victor......

    Bo: She needs protection........form Lawrence Alamain.

    Victor says that he has been keeping tabs on that man as much as possible but says he’s a touch guy to keep in check. Carly says she doesn’t want to put anyone in danger but came to Salem to warn everyone.......Lawrence is up to something. Victor tells Nico to contact their people in Spain and Ireland and tells Bo to let the servants know that Carly will be staying as long as possible. Victor also says to double the guards around the house. As Victor excuses himself, Bo looks at Carly....

    And they both smile at each other.


    SALEM PARK

    At the ice skating rink, Max thinks this might have been a bad idea. Abby tells him that his only concern is to enjoy himself. Nobody is asking him to forget Frankie and what just happened but he has to at least try to put it out of his mind, at least for a little while. Max says he knows that but.......and Abby says but nothing, as she runs into him.

    Both of them fall into the snow, laughing. Max thanks her for all of this and, as she smiles at him, they draw closer to each other slowly......

    And share a gentle kiss.

    The scene freeze frames on these two and then it slowly fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    SEVERAL SALEMITES COME TOGETHER TO PREPARE TO FACE THE LATEST THREAT TO THEIR LIVES...

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  16. PhoenixRising05
    JANUARY 28, 2008- EPISODE #423: APPROACHING PART II


    SALEM TOWERS RESTAURANT

    Abby and Max are sitting at the table, having just enjoyed dinner together. Abby asks if he is happy she convinced him to go ice skating and then out for dinner. Max says it was more like forcing him but, yes, he is happy. He was finally able to forget about everything, at least for a little while. Abby is pleased and asks if he would like to dance. Max isn't so sure he is up for it as he is beginning to return to reality again. Abby urges him to come on, at least for one dance. Max reluctantly agrees and she pulls him out on the dance floor as they hold each other close and dance as the scene shifts to...


    BRADY PUB

    Hope arrives and asks Caroline and Kim what is going on. Caroline and Kim are both shocked to see her and ask what she is doing there. Hope informs them that Shane called and said there was an emergency family meeting. She admits she was shocked she was called with everything going on. Caroline says that Shane called her and told her something similar but she didn't know who else was coming. Bo then walks in, with Carly and Victor in tow. Nico also walks in. Caroline is shocked to see Carly and races over to hug her just as Forrest, Miranda, and Shane walk in. Caroline asks what she is doing back in Salem. Carly and Bo fill everyone in. Shane explains that is why he is calling the meeting. Forrest and Miranda have discovered some info that suggests Lawrence is on the move and is either nearby or already in Salem. Everyone reacts in horror as Sami, Carrie, Marlena, and Belle come in with Stephanie wheeling Kayla close behind.

    Everyone is shocked to see Kayla. Stephanie reveals she has been released. Steve then walks in and cold stares abound. Stephanie asks what the hell is doing there and why Hope is there too. Shane explains he called them as this news concerns them. Shane adds that he knows there is tension but they will all have to put differences aside right now so they can deal with bigger issues. Jack then walks in. Shane tells him about the situation and why he was called. Jack is shocked to see Carly. Bo fills him in on why Carly is back and about her troubles. Shane asks about Billie, thinking she may be of some help with her ISA experience. Jack says he has been calling her but gets no answer. She may be working on a case or just sleeping or something. She's been through alot lately. Kayla points out they all have. The scene then fades to...


    CHEATIN HEART

    Billie, who is downing shots at the bar, asking for another. The bartender says she is nearing the cutoff point. Billie doesn't answer and is disheveled and out of sorts. She simply raises her shot glass and downs the contents as the scene shifts back to...


    BRADY PUB

    Forrest thinks Abby and Max should be there too since they know Abby is in immediate danger. Shane and Miranda agree, as does Jack, who says he will try calling her right now.

    Hope walks over to Bo and Carly and says:

    Hope: Well, I get to finally meet the woman that held my husband's heart for a time. Carly Manning. It's a pleasure to finally come face to face with the myth herself.
    Carly: Same here. Bo always talked so much about you during our time together.

    Both woman shake hands.

    Bo: Hope, like Shane said, don't push it. This is about Lawrence and the threat he poses to his enemies and the rest of us. Don't try to use this to try to soften me up somehow.
    Hope: I know, Bo. So, Carly, we should get together some time and get to know each other. Just because you and Bo had a past doesn't mean...
    Carly: I'm not sure that's a good idea.
    Hope: Why not?
    Bo: Hope, just back off.
    Hope: Carly, I know it's a bit awkward but, honestly, I would like to get to know you. Just tell me what hotel I can find you at...
    Carly: I'm not in a hotel and...I don't mean to be rude but can we just drop this?
    Hope: Not in a...ah, I see. Staying at the mansion with Bo, huh?
    Bo: That's none of your business. Excuse us.

    Bo drags Carly off as Steve approaches Hope, asking if she is ok. Hope admits she finds it funny how Carly has been on the run for months, according to Carly, and she just happens to turn up when she and Bo are having problems. Steve didn't think Carly was a woman that would result to schemes to get a man. Hope points out she may have changed too or maybe the hell Lawrence has put her through has made her want Bo even more...and made her more desperate to get him. A unnerved Hope looks over at Bo and Carly talking as the scene shifts to...


    ORPHEUS SECRET PALATIAL HOME(on the outskirts of Salem)

    Nicole and Joey have returned after going to get his video games and other items he wanted. Joey is happy to have some more clothes and games at his disposal. Nicole wonders why his apartment was so ransacked. Joey doesn't want to talk about it, piquing Nicole's interest as she wonders if he is hiding something. Joey is hooking up his PS3 and reminds Nicole she has something to prove to him. Joey then pulls out a dance mat and says he has a dance game that is like Dance Dance Revolution. He challenges her to a dance off. Nicole can't believe he seriously wants her to do this. Joey nods and smiles, saying she is the one that claimed she knew how to have fun when he doubted her. Nicole looks at him, rolling her eyes. She then gives in and tells her to explain the game.

    The scene then fades into a montage of Nicole and Joey playing the game and dancing. Nicole is trying to keep up with the steps as Joey is keeping up rather well. We see them go through several songs and rounds as Nicole gets better and better and seems to be enjoying herself more and more. Joey is having a good time too. The montage ends as they stop. Nicole is out of breath and actually laughing. Joey says she was right. She does know how to have fun and really started getting good. She even beat him twice at the end. Nicole says she told him she knew how to have fun. Joey says it looks like she does and that she just needed to remember how. Nicole looks at him and, after a few moments, says he is right. She had forgotten as so much had happened in her life. Nothing felt fun anymore. She hadn't really enjoyed anything, until now.

    Joey asks if she wants to play again. Nicole thinks for a minute and says what the hell and asks what other games he has, saying they should check those out too. She's not going anywhere. Joey smiles and suggests they have another dance round first, pointing out that this time it counts. Nicole laughs and says he's on as they both get into position and begin playing as the scene shifts back to...


    BRADY PUB

    Steve approaches Kayla and tells her he had no idea who was going to be there and apologizes, saying he didn't know she had been released and doesn't want to upset her. Kayla says it's alright but tells Steve to just leave her alone. She knows she will have to deal with him, whether she wants to or not, and that they will have to talk about things at some point. She just can't do it right now. Stephanie comes over and tells Steve to just leave her mother alone. Steve puts his head down and walks off as an enraged Stephanie and upset Kayla look on.

    As Bo and Carly fill Abe, who just arrived, in on what is going on, Jack has just tried calling Abby and Max and tells Shane, Forrest, and Miranda he has no answer and thinks both their phones are off. Forrest thinks it's imperative they warn them and take action. They may even have to put Abby in a safe house since they know Lawrence was targeting her a few months ago. Miranda adds that Lawrence could be nearby and Abby is in real danger so they need to find her. Jack agrees and, as he tries again, the scene shifts back to...


    SALEM TOWERS RESTAURANT

    Abby and Max are still dancing. Abby tells Max she is glad they turned their cell phones off. They don't need any interruptions. She tells Max the night is still young and that they can still just focus on each other and enjoying themselves, forgetting everything else. Max tells Abby they need to deal with reality eventually. Abby says she knows but not tonight. They both need tonight and she hopes their loved ones do something similar too. They all need to start healing. Abby adds they will deal with reality and all their troubles...together. She promises him she isn't going anywhere. Max says he is happy to hear that because he can't lose her right now. Abby assures Max he won't lose her. She isn't going anywhere. As they continue to dance and hold each other close, a mysterious figure watches from outside the window as the scene fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    SALEMITES DISCUSS HOW TO HANDLE THE LAWRENCE THREAT AS ABBY AND MAX ARE BEING WATCHED!!!

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  17. PhoenixRising05
    JANUARY 30, 2008-EPISODE #425: SPACED OUT


    ROBERTS INC.

    Kate is using the computer is Lucas's office, trying to find any info she can on Joelle in hopes it can lead to something. Later on, Kate has nothing and realizes she has no idea what she is doing. She decides she could really use Billie's help as she is a P.I. and has ISA training. Kate isn't so sure she will help as Billie seems to be a wreck since learning about Orpheus being her father and everything else that has happened. Kate grabs her coat and purse and decides it's worth a shot. She walks out and locks up the office as the scene shifts to...


    STREETS OF SALEM

    A disheveled Billie walks down the street, drunk and lost in her own thoughts. She keeps playing out the images of the past few months in her head...Jack siding with Elizabeth, Elizabeth's death and Jack blaming her for it, learning Orpheus was her father and that she is a Dimera along with the fact that Kate never told her anything about it, learning Chelsea isn't hers and that her real daughter is likely dead, Frankie's death...it's all just too much. Billie lets out a cry of anguish and clutches her head and falls to the ground. She tells herself she is no good to anyone. She was trash before and now it's even worse...she is a Dimera. All she will end up doing is hurting the people she cares about most. She lifts her head up and sees a liquor store nearby. She is no longer hesitating or resisting the urge. She decides right away the store has what she wants so she gets up and walks quickly down the block, checking her pockets to make sure she has enough money as the scene shifts to...



    BRADY PUB

    Max and Abby arrive. Jack greets them, saying they have been trying to reach them for hours. Abby apologizes, saying they both had their phones off and were trying to just enjoy each other and forget about everything. Abby is shocked to see that Forrest is back and says it's good to see him. Forrest echoes that sentiment but tells Abby they have bad news. Forrest then fills Abby and Max in on the meeting, Lawrence, and the info Carly has given about him. Abby is shocked to see Carly, saying she has heard so much about her. Carly smiles, saying she is sure. Jack tells Abby the danger is real and her and JJ need protection. Shane chimes in, saying he recommends a safehouse. Abby, JJ, and Carly can go since they are the ones in the most immediate danger. Abby says absolutely not to the suggestion outright. Carly seconds that motion.

    Jack, Bo and Shane remind both woman of the danger they are in. Max tells Abby they are right, reminding Abby of how she almost had to marry Forrest as a way of protecting herself. Abby knows that but thinks running is not the answer. Carly agrees, saying Lawrence is smart and no safehouse will stop him. Bo tries to convince Carly to go but she tells Bo she is not going. Bo tells her it's not safe for her. Hope watches and sees the concern in Bo's eyes for Carly. Steve asks if she is alright. Hope nods. Mike then chimes in and tells Abby that her mother would want her protected. Jack agrees, saying JJ needs to be protected too and he will need his big sister with him. Abby says she is not leaving Max right now. He is going through alot and needs her. Max says it's fine and tells her he would feel better knowing she were safe.

    Shane suggests Max go with Abby. Max says he is willing to. Abby tells him his family needs him. Caroline yells out it would be alright. They would know he is taking care of a friend. Max smiles at Caroline, who is standing next to Kim. Max asks Abby if she would go if he went with her. Jack approaches Abby and urges her to do this for her brother too. He needs her and he needs to be protected. After a few moments, Abby agrees, as long as Max comes to. Shane thinks they have a deal. Now all attention turns to Carly as Shane suggests again that Carly go too and even thinks Stephanie and Kayla should go given Steve and Lawrence's past. Steve agrees. Kayla tells him to butt out and says she isn't going anywhere. Stephanie says she isn't going anywhere without her mom.

    Kim points out Kayla is still recovering so it really isn't a good idea. Bo agrees. Shane nods in agreement and says they will put guards on everyone here not going to a safehouse and order extra man power to patrol Salem. Marlena, looking at Sami and Belle and also ate Carrie, thinks that is a good idea as there is no telling who Lawrence will target. Shane then tells Carly she really should go as she is in as much danger, if not more, then Abby. Carly defiantly says she is not going as the scene shifts to...


    ORPHEUS SECRET PALATIAL HOME(on the outskirts of Salem)

    Nicole sits in the dark, watching late night TV. Joey walks in to the room, startling Nicole. She asks him what he is doing up. Joey says he couldn't sleep, pointing out he has had a hard time since that first night where he was so tired he couldn't help but sleep. Joey asks what she is watching. Nicole says nothing really. She just couldn't sleep herself. Joey asks if she is worried. Nicole shakes her head, saying she has learned to deal with whatever is thrown her way by now. Joey tells Nicole he had fun playing video games with her tonight. He tells her how he never thought he would laugh and have fun again after his mother and grandmother died. Nicole admits she knows how that feels and thinks she still hasn't overcome that feeling and probably never will. Joey thinks she did tonight as she was having fun and that was not an act. Nicole says that was only temporary and it was right back into the gutter right after they stopped playing and reality became present again.

    Joey thinks she just needs to loosen up more. Nicole isn't sure she can or that she ever will. Joey asks if it's because there are people after her. Nicole thinks he is a little too nosy and then says it's her turn to ask about him. Joey says there isn't much to tell. She knows everything. Nicole doesn't think that is the case and points out that he acted like he was hiding something earlier when she asked about his apartment being ransacked. Nicole then says she hates to ask this, knowing how hard it is, but how did his mother die? Joey doesn't answer and says he is feeling tired now. He bids her good night. Nicole tells him to wait and apologizes for asking. She can't relate as she hated both her father and mother but she can tell it's hurting him, losing his mother and grandmother. Joey says it's ok and he will see her in the morning.

    Joey goes into one of the bedrooms as Nicole sits back down. She then grabs her purse and digs into it, pulling out a picture of Eric.

    Nicole: So, I guess you brought him into my life but why? I mean, am I supposed to help him deal with losing his mom or something? I'm confused and I have enough problems. This kid needs someone better off then me to help him so if your thinking I can help, then you must be sipping some strong stuff up there, honey.

    Nicole then thinks for a moment and gets up, with the picture in hand, she walks into the bedroom Joey entered and can hear him crying under his breath. Nicole seems unsure of what to do as she can tell he doesn't want her knowing he is crying. She hesitates and looks at him, listening to the faint sound of his cries. After a few moments, her resolve breaks then and she walks into the room, asking Joey if he is ok. Joey says he is fine and doesn't turn around. Nicole says she knows he isn't ok and turns him around to see his tear-stained face, Joey looks at her and breaks down in tears again. Nicole hesitates a bit but then takes him in her arms, dropping her photo of Eric on the ground, embracing Joey warmly as he cries out:

    Joey: Why did she have to leave me? Why?!

    Nicole: I wish I knew, Joey. I wish I knew. Sometimes it just happens. Sometimes we lose people we love and feel it's unfair. But, I guess, there is no way to ever know. We just have to deal with it the best we can.
    Joey: I don't think I can deal with this. Especially not alone!
    Nicole: You can. You will. And you are not alone.
    Joey: I have no family, no friends...
    Nicole: You have me, remember? I'm right here, Joey. I'm not going nowhere.
    Joey: Your not.
    Nicole: No. I'm not.

    Joey hugs her tightly, telling her thank you repeatedly as Nicole lets out a deep breath and looks inquisitively at the picture of Eric laying on the floor as the scene shifts back to...


    BRADY PUB

    The meeting is now over and Victor is on his way out. He tells Bo he will see him at home and to tell Shane he will report anything uncovered to him by his people. Bo thanks Victor, who walks out. Bo turns and sees Hope. Bo says nothing and simply walks back over to Carly. Hope watches Bo and Carly together as Steve walks up, telling Hope not to think anything of it. Hope says it's hard not to as she thinks Bo and her may really be through. Steve thinks the same of him and Kayla. Hope says she just doesn't think they can get back what they lost.

    Caroline tells Kim she is going upstairs to check on Kayla and Stephanie and to lock up the Pub once everyone leaves. Kim agrees. Bo tells Carly he wishes she would reconsider about the safehouse. Carly says she isn't going and no one is going to convince her other. Besides, staying with him and Victor is much safer to her then a safehouse. Shane thinks Carly is making a mistake. Carly says then she will just learn the hard way if that is the case. Bo, Shane, and Miranda look at each other with worry. Jack goes over to Abby and says she is making the right decision. She tells Jack she is doing it for him, JJ, and for Max. She doesn't want them to worry. He thanks her, saying it's the right decision. Forrest comes over and agrees, saying they will move her, JJ, and Max out early in the morning. Meanwhile, outside, a mysterious figure lurks...


    BILLIE'S P.I. OFFICE

    Kate is knocking on the door and there is no answer. It's late and the halls are dark so she decides to just leave and try to think of something else to help Lucas for now. She will just call Billie later. Kate walks off, gets on the elevator, and, as it closes, Billie comes out of the other elevator and heads for her office, clearly off balance. She goes inside, throws her coat off, and immediately opens one of the bottles of liquor she purchased. She sits down and pours and immediately starts drinking, saying:

    Billie: Here's to you, Billie Re...Billie DiMera. Bottoms up...

    The scene then pans upward on an overheard shot of Billie and then fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    ALYSON AND PHILIP GROW CLOSER!!

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    JANUARY 31, 2008-EPISODE #426: SPACED OUT PART II


    STREETS OF SALEM

    As Tony and Anna walk the beautiful, nighttime streets of downtown Salem, they see a man selling roses on a sidewalk. They stop and Tony buys one for his lady love. She smiles as he hands it to her, saying.....

    Tony: I hope this starts to make up for leaving you on that pier all those years ago.

    Anna smiles once again and rests her head on his chest. She then takes his arm and asks what he’s going to do now. Tony says that with the truce on between Victor and Stefano and the violence hopefully at an end, he wants to connect with Cassie. She doesn’t want his father’s influence to taint her in any way. Anna hopes the same for herself. She knows that she can at least be a friend to Carrie, if not a mother. She now thanks Marlena for being there for her for all those years.

    Tony then asks how her business is coming. Anna says fine. Once she gets Designs By A.D. off the ground, she wants Carrie to run it for her. Not as a bribe to get her love back but because she has watched her from a distance, and thinks she has the right stuff to be a top designer and businesswoman. Tony agrees and says he will help in any way he can. But, what worries him now......

    Is what his father may be up to.

    Anna says that they shouldn’t talk about that. For tonight, they need to let love be their guide. Tony smiles and agrees as they walk arm in arm down the sidewalk.


    KIRIAKIS MANSION

    Victor walks in and kisses Maggie good evening. He fills her in on the latest threat to the family and says that things are about to get dicey once again. Maggie asks whose involved this time and reveals a name she has not heard in years.........Lawrence Alamain. She grows angry, not being able to believe that he has the gall to start trouble again........after what he put Jennifer and the rest of them through.

    He also says that Carly is staying at the mansion and she says she knows. Henderson told her. Maggie says she must be scared to come looking for help.......from him. She hopes he didn’t take that wrong and he smiles, saying he didn’t. He actually agrees with her. He doesn’t know what Lawrence has put her through.......but he will find out.

    She then says that the club is coming along splendidly as he says he knows. He’s talked to his foreman and he told Victor things should be ready soon. She thanks him once again for doing that for her and he says it’s no problem at all as they share a kiss. He then takes her in his arms and says.....

    Victor: My darling, let us go upstairs.........lay across the bed........look lovingly at one another.......and then.......
    Maggie: Yes........
    Victor: Watch the news.
    Maggie: Party pooper.

    Both of them laugh as she dims the lights and, as they walk arm in arm to the stairs, she says......

    Maggie: You’re no fun.
    Victor: You didn’t say that two nights ago.
    Maggie: Oh, stop!

    And, as they ascend the stairs, the scene turns to...........


    STREETS OF SALEM

    Alyson driving down the street, with a crying Sam in the backseat. Her car then starts to sputter and then stops completely as she gets it to the side of the road. As she gets out and tries to flag down a car, after a few minutes, someone stops. And the person who gets out of a very fancy sports car........is Philip. He says what are the chances of them running into each other and she says stuff like this happens in soap operas.

    He says he’ll give her car a look see. She opens the hood and he checks under it. He says he doesn’t know what he’s doing but maybe he can at least get it back up and running. She thanks him for stopping. He says it’s no problem. He then tries, after a few moments, he starts to bring up their night together. When he does.......she doesn’t want to talk about it, reminding him they agreed that was for the best. Philip respects her wishes.

    A few moments later, he says that he can’t do a thing but has called a tow truck.....and will pay for whatever repairs she needs. She thanks him and then says she wishes he was that good with children as Sam continues to cry. Philip says he can give it try. Alyson gets Sam and they all sit in Philip’s car. He takes the little boy and, after a few minutes, Sam not only starts to calm down, but starts to drift off to sleep.

    She is amazed. Philip says he got a lot of practice with Claire. She looks at him holding her sleeping son and the scene fades into.....


    ILLINOIS STATE PENITENTIARY

    Marlena sits with Lucas first, telling him that there might be a new threat to all their families and friends. Lucas then says a lot of help he can do being locked up. She then tells him to be very careful.....and tells him that Kate, Sami and everyone is doing their best to prove him innocent so can be let free. He thanks her and then leaves, saying he knows she wants to talk to Roman.

    Ten minutes later, Roman is led in and she is allowed to take him, with a guard, to a private room for his first session of hypnosis.

    As he lays down, Marlena slowly and very patiently, puts him under. She starts asking him questions about his past and his memories start flowing......

    Bo and him hugging on the pier after Marlena’s first disappearance..........Meeting Isabella.........Marrying Marlena the first and second times..........Running from Stefano’s men in a theater..........Saving Marlena at Ridgecrest, Stefano’s hideout.........and........being shot by Stefano on a mountain top.........


    Which makes his memory drift to him laying in a room. He can barely make out the voices but he can hear two men talking, with one of them saying.........

    Man: Are you sure he can’t remember the location? Damn........well, his memory must be erased. If anyone finds out what he knows..........

    And then Roman suddenly opens his eyes, terrified. Marlena is shocked and tries to bring Roman out of it but he grabs her by the wrist.....and won’t let go. As she tries to pull away, Roman keeps squeezing harder......

    And the scene freeze frames on his face, his eyes opened wide with fear............

    And then suddenly go black!

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    DON'T MISS A SHOCKING FRIDAY ENDING!!!

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  19. PhoenixRising05
    FEBRUARY 5, 2008-EPISODE # 429: RELATIONS


    SALEM INN

    Down in the restaurant, Tony and Anna keep looking at each other as they eat breakfast. Anna tells him she has a meeting with a prospective partner. Tony hopes everything goes well. She asks him what he has planned for his day. Tony says nothing....except for trying to get through to his daughter. Anna says she knows how hard that is and Tony begs to differ. Carrie wasn’t raised by Stefano. Anna has to give him that point.

    Both of them then finish their meal and wish each other well as they walk out into the bright morning. Meanwhile, outside the DiMera penthouse........


    DIMERA PENTHOUSE

    Stefano sits in a park and watches the kids play. Lincoln walks up and sits down, asking if he is ok. Stefano says he’s fine. He just started thinking back to when Tony was a little boy. He says if he had only done right by him when he got older......but, Stefano says, that is in the past now. Lincoln says that maybe he should reach out to Tony. Stefano feels it is too late to make the wrongs right with his son.

    He then turns to Lincoln and asks how Roman is doing in prison. Lincoln says his people are protecting him......per Stefano’s orders. Good, Stefano says. He didn’t realize something he did 24 years ago would rear it’s head in this day and age........but here it is. Stefano then asks if Marlena has made any headway with unlocking Roman’s memories and Lincoln says to the best of his knowledge, no.

    Cassie then comes walking up, admitting she has heard their whole conversation. Stefano grows angry, wondering how she hid from them in a park. Cassie laughs, saying there are big trees there. Stefano has no choice but to laugh himself at her statement. He asks her to sit down and Lincoln stands and wonders what she has in mind.

    Cassie wants to help with Lucas. Stefano says that Lucas Horton is none of her business. He has enough problems of his own. She says ok then......how about helping with Roman Brady. Stefano gets upset, saying that this is a personal venture for him. Too much is at stake to leave this in the hands of a child. Cassie says she’s no child.....and wants the chance she was promised to prove it. Stefano says he will give it some thought. Cassie starts to say something and Stefano stops her, saying.....

    Stefano: Never overplay your hand, my darling.

    Cassie obeys and kisses him on the cheek before she runs off. Lincoln asks Stefano if he will involve her and he says he just may. It’s time for her to prove how much of a DiMera she really is.

    Cassie then gets a phone call from Tony, asking to meet her. He says that he would like to sit down and talk about things.......and clear the air. She thinks about her conversation with her grandfather and agrees to meet with Tony. Back on the park bench, Lincoln asks if Stefano is using Cassie. He says yes......unfortunately.


    ILLINOIS STATE PENITENTIARY

    Roman hopes that Marlena returns to treat him as she promised and is happy when he sees her smiling face through the window. When she walks in, all he can say is how sorry he is for what happened and she tells him not to worry about it. She knows he wasn’t in his right mind.

    She then says it’s time to start again. Roman lays down and, after being put under, Marlena asks him what he sees. He sees a doctor telling someone to put him under and, as the person tries to do this, Roman starts to fight back. He is now saying “No......” over and over again and Marlena is powerless to find out what is going on.

    As Roman fights this person in his dream, he starts yelling out and the guard tries to get in the door. Marlena jumps up, terrified at Roman’s behavior, and she backs up to the wall. The scene freeze frames on Roman's face.......

    And slowly fades to black.


    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    CASSIE LEARNS A SECRET AND ROMAN IS LOSING CONTROL!!!

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  20. PhoenixRising05
    WEEK OF 2/11/08 EDITION

    INSIDER IN DEPTH: FRANKIE'S DEATH



    Salem Lives fans were left in shock as the month of January brought an end to the life of Frankie Brady (Billy Warlock). EP/HW Tom Lowery sits down to talk about the controversial decision and it's aftermath.

    Salem Lives Insider (SLI): How did the decision to kill off Frankie Brady come about?
    Tim Lowery (TL): First off, let me say that we love Billy Warlock and he will be missed by all of us. We wish we could've done more with him prior to his character's demise but sometimes things don't work out as planned. We had put him on contract last year and while he appeared often, he wasn't as active as we would've wanted. Anyway, to answer your question, my partner and I began discussing it at the end of summer, shortly after the many cast cuts we had decided on back then. I had tossed the idea around in my head for awhile and once I had become determined to do it, my partner and I discussed it and we went ahead with it. This is a tragic tale but it's one we felt would affect the whole canvas in such a way that it progresses story and takes some characters in new and exciting directions. We just felt the story was too good to pass up.

    SLI: Did killing Frankie off have anything to do with adding some emotional weight to the fallout from Hope (Kristian Alfonso) and Steve's (Stephen Nichols) affair:
    TL: In a way, sure. I mean, there is enough fallout there, especially with Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) losing her baby. I guess what it does is layer yet another problem on the pile of problems the Brady family has. It just ups the stakes and adds another wrinkle. Ultimately, this was more about Greta (Julianne Morris) and starting to tap into her "inner Kiriakis" if you will. It also adds fuel to the fire that is Nicole (Arianne Zuker). She played a big role in the events leafing up to Frankie's demise and she will have to pay the piper for that.

    SLI: The Frankie/Greta romance had finally seemed to hit it's stride so why kill him off now?
    TL: Well, that is the one regret I have. The romance itself I feel was progressed almost too slowly. That was more to do with pacing and our cast then anything else. We have alot of characters and take on alot of umbrella stories and sometimes those things happen. The romance aspect was adjusted a little and we went with the whole "she didn't admit her feelings for him until it was too late" idea because it set things up to give us the same result anyway. It wasn't the original direction we had desired but it ended up ok. As for why kill him now, we had always intended to kill him in this time frame. We knew what stories were coming to a head and what events we had going and felt it was the perfect time to do so.

    SLI: Were you concerned with killing a major character off and then going ahead and killing the unborn child of a supercouple (Steve and Kayla)?
    TL: Sure. There is always that concern, especially with us because last year had alot of doom and gloom. That is why we had things so lighthearted during the holidays and wanted things to be of a celebratory manner, sort of like the calm before the storm. The Brady's have been through so much and are going through so much so it is of concern to keep throwing more and more at them but it makes the payoff worth it in the end. Sometimes you just have to tell a story when writing, even if it leads to backlash. We believe in risks and I think sometimes you just have to go forward and put the story out there and assure the fans to stay with you because it will lead to a great payoff. Things don't always end up with a good result but if the story has a good result, the fans will begin to trust you and will be willing to take the ride with you. You just have to hook them first and that often means taking a chance.

    SLI: How you feel the scenes of Frankie's death turned out?
    TL: Wonderful from my view. It was very draining for us to write. The emotional stuff always is and this especially was with all the Steve and Hope fallout as well. I will say that when writing the scenes right after the death, I even began crying. There I was writing the final scene with Greta laying next to Frankie and then I added the song for the "One sweet Day" montage and I lost it. I think from the point Frankie died until his funeral I must have cried or came close about 4 times. I hope the fans found it just as effective. We both worked hard on making it special and a tribute to the character and hope that was the case for the fans.

    SLI: Salem Lives underwent many cast cuts last summer and brought back many fan favorites for short runs during the holidays, some of which still remain on the canvas. Is Billy Warlock the last cut for awhile or will there be more? And what will happen to some of the holdover returns from the holidays?
    TL: Well, Billy is the last big cut for awhile. Many of the short-term returns will be ending. Things will begin to stabilize in the next month. There really won't be anymore upheaval until summer.

    SLI: Thanks for sitting down with us.
    TL: Your welcome!!


    DON'T MISS THE BIG SWEEPS EVENT!!! CARRIE UNDERWOOD AND LIFEHOUSE GUEST STAR AS MAGGIE AND MAX'S CLUB, "RADIUS" OPENS!!!



    It's a big week in Salem this week as Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) and Max (Darin Brooks) open their new nightclub..."Radius." As previously reported, the event will feature most of the cast and will feature special musical acts. Those musical acts are country music superstar Carrie Underwood and current chart-topper band Lifehouse.

    "We wanted to make this a unique and special event and we felt it was fitting to do it during sweeps," says EP/HW Tim Lowery. "It provides a fun atmosphere for Salemites, which is needed after the emotional year we've had so far, and it advances lots of story. We are so happy to have Carrie and Lifehouse with us. They are huge right now and the fans should love it."

    How did the club get it's name? Well, Lowery has a funny story about that one. "We were going to do a fan poll but our last few fan polls went practically un-noticed and circumstances prevented us from getting a poll up to give fans enough time so while we were selecting pics for the club, we came across one with the name "Radius" on it and felt it was perfect. Fans can expect the name to be explained on air in connection with Max and there will also be other little tidbits too, like the name of the stage area. Fans will get a kick out of it."

    Expect Underwood and Lifehouse to appear between Thursday February 14 and Friday February 22.

    CASTING ALERT!!! CHAPPELL RETURNS!!! DELHOYO BACK!! THOMSON AND LONGORIA-PARKER IN!! EVANS, ROSE, AND BAUER OUT!!!





    The Salem Lives casting merry-go-round continues. Fans were shocked when Crystal Chappell made her long-awaited return to Salem on January 24 after nearly a 14 year absence. "We had been hinting at two big returns and she was one of them," EP/HW Tim Lowery says. "We wanted to go the surprise route with her and it seemed to be effective. We love having her back. Crystal is one of the best and Carly is such a rich and vibrant character. I've always wondered what the Carly/Bo/Hope dynamic would be and now we get the chance to see. With Bo (Peter Reckell) and Hope's problems, it was the perfect time." As for the second hinted at surprise return, Lowery is keeping mum. "Our fans should have an idea based on the stories we are telling," Lowery winks.

    As for Delhoyo, whose character Orpheus stunned fans by returning from the grave this past Friday, Lowery insists it was always the plane. "We love Orpheus and feel he has great potential. It wasn't utilized in the 80's so we are doing just that now. We had to rest him so the holidays could be peaceful and happy. It also allowed us to tell other stories. He is back to be a part of our huge umbrella story and we are glad to have him." In other words, Salem better watch out. Also, expect to see Mark Wahlberg return as Orpheus's special agent, Micheal Stone, in the days ahead.

    In regards to Thomson, Lowery is mum. "His character will be involved with Anna getting her business up and running again but I won't say anymore then that. There is more to him then meets the eye for sure." No word on the name of Thomson's character but insiders confirm the role is contract.

    Longoria-Parker joining the cast is perhaps the biggest shock. The "Desperate Housewive" siren and former Y&R star will be coming on board for what is now a 3 episode stint, but sources hint it can turn into more and that the gig is essentially recurring. "With the strike, we were able to get her and she loved it," says Lowery. "She is playing Silvana Vargas, a friend of Joelle's who Sami (Alison Sweeney) and Kate (Lauren Koslow) seek out on an undercover mission at a strip club. It's fun role and Eva loved it. It was great having her."

    In other casting news, the short-term runs of Judi Evans (Adrienne), Shayna Rose (Stephanie) and Jaime Lyn Bauer (Laura Horton) are over. Evans and Bauer will last air on Wednesday and Rose will end her run sometime in early March. Rumor has it that Rose will not be back in the role if and when Stephanie makes a return but Lowery would not make any comment on that. "All I will say is their runs are coming to an end but we will see all three characters again at some point." Lowery states.

    COMINGS AND GOINGS

    Nick Benedict (Curtis Reed): Benedict returns in a dream of Billie's on February 11.


    PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WEEK OF 2/11/08

    -Billie battles her demons.
    -Nicole and Joey are forced on to the streets.
    -Sami and Kate's undercover mission goes haywire.
    -Salem gathers for the opening of Maggie and Max's club.
    -Nicole decides to take desperate measures as the walls begin to close in.
    -Kate makes an alarming discovery.

    HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK: THURSDAY AND FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14 AND 15

    VALENTINES DAY BRINGS THE OPENING OF MAGGIE AND MAX'S CLUB AS ALL OF SALEM GATHERS TO CELEBRATE!!

    NEXT WEEK: Nicole and Joey say goodbye. Tony and Anna disagree over her new business partner. Nicole is at the end of her rope. Billie lies to Kate. Abby is in danger.












  21. PhoenixRising05
    FEBRUARY 12, 2008-EPISODE #434: WATCHFUL EYES


    LOOKERS STRIP CLUB

    Ed wants to know if the two will go out on stage or not. Sami says she has a cold and can’t go on stage. Kate looks at her like she’s crazy and asks when the cold came on. Sami says just now and the two women start arguing when Ed tells them to stop. He walks off but not before telling them they have one minute to get on stage.........or else. The women decide to go on with the show....

    And walk out on stage in front of the drunk, whistling crowd. The music starts and Sami looks at Kate, saying that she is following Kate’s lead. Kate rolls her eyes as she starts to dance and Sami and her separate as they take a side of the stage. Both women slowly start to take their clothes off, with Sami thinking of Lucas and Kate thinking of........something to drink.

    The women then start to walk toward each other, not knowing they are about to collide. They do and the music stops, with Kate yelling at Sami about what she was doing. Sami says dancing and Kate says that’s a laugh. It looked like she was having a seizure, Kate says. Well, Sami tells her, at least it didn’t look like she had a bat shoved up her ass. Kate gets offended and takes a swing at Sami, who ducks and tackles her off the stage....

    And into the crowd below. Ed runs out and breaks it up and sees both of their wigs have fallen off. He kicks them out of the club and into the alley and, when some of the drunk patrons try to follow, Silvana, who is in the alley smoking a cigarette, stops them cold with threats of being dealt with by the bouncers. As the men go back inside, the two ladies thank Silvana and she wonders why they went through all that trouble since they clearly aren't strippers. They look at each other and then Kate tells her....

    They are there........to see her.


    PIER

    Nicole sits on a bench with Joey next to her. She knows she has to get money so they can leave town and Joey says he can get a can and panhandle. Nicole shoots down that idea but gives him credit for thinking on his feet. She has an idea but thinks it would be best if, just for a little while, they parted company. Joey says he’ll be good and Nicole doesn’t want him to get hurt.

    At that moment, two men come walking down the stairs, which makes them hide. Nicole and Joey overhear their conversation and one of them mentions Victor. Now she knows she has to get out of town.......these are his men. They sneak off undetected as Nicole says she has an idea but she has to act fast........


    ILLINOIS STATE PENITENTIARY

    Roman and Lucas watch television in their cell. Roman has to pay up to Lucas for losing the Super Bowl and Roman is none too pleased. As they watch the news, a report of a plane crash comes on the screen, which makes Roman flashback to a memory of Bo running toward him on a beach. His head starts pounding and Lucas asks if he is ok. Roman yells at him to leave him alone and Lucas backs off. The memory subsides and Roman apologizes. Lucas accepts and asks what is going on.

    Roman says.......he wish he knew.


    UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    Belle runs up to Marlena as she walks out of her office door, telling her she’s there to drag her to Maggie’s club opening if she has to. Marlena says she was going to support Maggie anyway. Belle is glad and says that with everything that is happening with Roman, she needs a night out. Marlena tells her she doesn’t know the half of it. If she told Belle everything her and Roman have been through......it would look like War & Peace.

    Belle knows that, even with Lawrence on the horizon, things will work out. Marlena knows that too, and they both walk down the hall arm in arm.


    ORPHEUS SECRET PALATIAL HOME(on the outskirts of Salem)

    Orpheus looks at a map of Salem and simply says........

    Orpheus: Well.........it’s.......nice to be back.

    As he smiles, he sits down in front of a control panel and zooms in on Stefano’s living room at the penthouse. Stefano and Lincoln sit at the dinner table discussing if Roman can remain in his fog long enough for his people to get to him and Lincoln doesn’t know. He tells Stefano that Roman is getting bits and pieces of his memory back more and more each day.....but one of the side effects is working. His personality is changing. Stefano smiles, saying......

    Stefano: Exactly how I wanted my best Pawn to react.

    Stefano then takes a sip of his drink and tells Lincoln to keep a close eye on things. Lincoln leaves the room and, in a move that shocks Orpheus, Stefano walks up to the monitor he had planted in his penthouse and looks into it, saying.......

    Stefano: I know who you are.....and I know where all the monitors are. You have one week to get them out of my home.......before I lay waste to yours.

    With that, he smashes the monitor, leaving Orpheus to praise his father. As he laughs.....

    Stefano tells a returning Lincoln that it’s now time to set Cassie into motion. Lincoln knows Stefano hates doing this and Stefano says......

    Stefano: I do, my friend........but, she is the only one now. The one........who will start the chain reaction.

    Stefano sees Lincoln leave as he makes a move on his chess board with a Pawn........

    And the scene fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    NICOLE TAKES ACTION!!!

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  22. PhoenixRising05
    FEBRUARY 13, 2008-EPISODE #435: TO THE TRUTH


    SALEM PARK

    Nicole and Joey are hiding some bushes. She looks at her watch, hoping "he" got the message from Henderson. Joey asks who they are waiting for. Nicole tells him to nevermind and to just be quiet and do nothing, since it's obvious he isn't going to leave her side. Joey smiles. Just then, Nicole sees whoever she has been waiting for and tells Joey to stay put.

    Nicole emerges from the bushes and the camera pans around to show Philip, who turns and is shocked to see Nicole. He realizes she is the one that left a message with Henderson to meet him. Nicole smiles, saying she knew he would call the cops or someone else and that he would refuse to see her so she called and disguised her voice as best she could, pretending to be a prospective investor and nothing that she heard in the newspaper Titan was working on a multimedia endeavor and used it to her advantage.

    Philip calls her a bitch and asks what the hell she wants. Nicole says she will get right to the point. She needs money and the use of the Kiriakis jet to leave Salem...tonight. Philip smiles and asks why the hell he would let her do that. Nicole says because she knows all about how he betrayed his own father, a betrayal that nearly killed him. Philip pretends to not know what she is talking about but Nicole says she has a surveillance tape of him talking about how he helped Orpheus kidnap Victor and how he helped bring him to the cruise ship last summer. She wonders how Victor would feel if he knew that.

    Philip calls her bluff but Nicole warns him not to do that, citing what happened to Steve and Hope. They did the same thing and blew her off and ended up losing everything. She asks if Philip wants to suffer the same fate. Philip thinks she is lying and wants to see the proof. Nicole wants the money and the plane first and then she will give up the tape. Philip contemplates and thinks Nicole would have the proof with her right now if she had any at all. Nicole says it was too risky but Philip thinks she is smart enough to have made a copy.

    Nicole admits she hasn't had a chance but Philip isn't buying it. He tells Nicole it's a no-go. He then grabs her and says he is calling his father and turning her ass in. Nicole then pushes Philip to the ground and tells him if he tells anyone he saw her, she will make sure Victor and all of Salem knows what he did. Nicole adds that he will regret refusing her...just like Steve and Hope did. The two stare each other down as Nicole runs off into the night, leaving Philip on the ground, wondering if Nicole really does have the proof she claims to have as the scene shifts to...


    MAGGIE AND MAX'S NEW CLUB

    Alice and Laura embrace as Bill, Doug, and Julie watch. They are heartbroken Laura can't stay for at least the opening. Laura says a patient she was counseling in Africa needs her and she has to go. She's been away long enough as it is. Bill says he wishes he could go back with her and says he will be back soon. Laura says she knows he needs to stay in Salem for Lucas and assures him she will make sure everyone knows that. Laura and Bill embrace. A frantic Maggie comes over with Jack and Abby, saying the music acts for the night have canceled. She has no idea what she is going to do. Julie tries to calm her. Laura embraces her, saying she will be fine. Maggie wishes she could stay. Laura does too but insists Maggie will be fine.

    Laura then says her goodbyes to Abby and Jack, telling Jack to take care of her grandchildren and himself and ordering Abby to listen to her father and to go to that safehouse in the morning. Abby nods and the two embrace once more before Laura says her final goodbyes and walks off, wiping away tears. Meanwhile, Maggie asks Max what they are going to do. Max says he doesn't know anyone who can help. Maggie is in a panic, saying the club opens in two hours and wonders what they are going to do as the scene shifts to...


    SALEM INN

    Jean knocks on Alyson's door and is shocked when an unknown woman opens the door. Jean asks who she is. The woman introduces herself as Sharon and she is with the Salem Inn babysitting service. Jean asks where Alyson is, saying she is her daughter. Sharon informs Jean that Alyson went with two other woman, one an older woman, to a club opening. She explains that Alyson left her son with her and one of the other woman left their baby son with her too. Jean looks in and sees Evan on the floor, playing. She figures Alyson must have went out with Carrie to Maggie and Max's opening. She assumes the other woman is Caroline and thanks Sharon for her time and help, saying she will see if she can find them at the club. She blows a kiss at her grandson and walks off as the scene shifts to...

    Adrienne's suite as she and Steve hug. Adrienne says she really doesn't want to leave Steve during this difficult time. Steve says he is fine and he will deal with it. She needs to get back to Justin and the children. She promises Steve she will call and check in everyday and begs him to be honest with her if and when something is wrong. She assures him that her and Justin will come and visit soon with the kids. Steve nods, saying he will and that a visit would be nice. They embrace again and say they love each other. Steve then offers to take her to the airport. Adrienne insists she can take a cab but Steve insists he take her, reminding her of all she has done for him with everything going on. Plus, she is letting him have her suite. Adrienne gives in and collects her luggage, which Steve helps her with, as the scene shifts to...


    LOOKERS STRIP CLUB

    In the alley outside, Silvana asks why Sami and Kate would want to see her. They fill her in on how they came across her in Joelle's contact book. Silvana asks if they broke in to Joelle's apartment. Sami and Kate look down. Kate fills Silvana in on how they feel Lucas is being framed for all that he did to Joelle and for Joelle's murder. Sami adds to that by saying they don't trust the police and their measures so they are handing this themselves.

    Sami says she loves Lucas with all her heart and he is the father of her son. She doesn't want him punished for something he didn't do. Kate echoes those sentiments, saying she loves her son and she can't bear to lose him. Sami informs Silvana she is the daughter of the police commander and half her family is in law enforcement. Silvana asks if that is supposed to scare her into dishing dirt on Joelle. Sami says they just need her help.

    Silvana shocks them both by admitting they don't have to scare her or pay her off to get info on Joelle. She hates the bitch. Kate asks why. Silvana explains how Joelle and her were best friends in high school but parted ways when Joelle went off to college. Her family sacrificed alot to put her through college but Silvana's family couldn't afford it no matter what they did. Silvana explains she couldn't find a job so she became a hooker and then eventually an exotic dancer and that is how she ended up where she's at. It's the only way she had to make money. She did it behind her family's back and her family became ashamed and threw her out. They didn't care that she was trying to help. It was about honor and about not selling herself to the highest bidder.

    Kate looks on, clearly thinking of her own past. Sami asks about Joelle. Silvana says she could tell through everything that Joelle looked down on her but they still remained friends. Joelle had fallen on hard time after college. She didn't have what it took in the corporate world. People would beat her out for jobs. She was like jelly compared to all the pariahs out there.

    So, as Silvana continues, Joelle ended up broke and living with her. Silvana offered to help, saying she could her a job at the club she was working at but Joelle was like her family. Too much pride and cared more about her reputation then doing what it took to survive. Eventually, though, she gave in but didn't become a dancer. She became a hooker and that is how her son, Joey came into the world. Silvana adds that Joelle kept the truth from her mother but, when her mother caught her with a john one night. she had a stroke and ended in paralyzed and very ill, a condition that never improved.

    Kate interjects, saying that is why she hired her. She saw all that Joelle had been through. Sami sees tears in Kate's eyes. Kate tries to hide them and wipes her eyes. Sami turns back to Silvana, telling her to go on. Silvana explains that Joelle quit working the streets after her mother's stroke but she needed money more then ever with a baby boy and a sick mother now. So, she went back into the corporate world to find something while also waiting tables at a restaurant for the time being. Eventually, she ended up with work when she was hired at Basic Black and then she moved on to Roberts and Co. Kate nods, saying she was a hard worker and good employee for many years. Silvana nods.

    Sami asks about their friendship. Silvana admits that once Joelle began working full-time, they barely saw each other. She had her mother and son and her job while she worked nights and slept during the day. They only recently began getting close again because she felt she needed someone to confide in, a fact that led to them not being friends anymore. Kate asks why. Silvana says that it was always about Joelle and her problems and then, after years of seeing and hearing from her sparingly, she starts spending time with her again just to dump her problems on her. She got sick of it and they had a falling out.

    Silvana adds that on top of that, alot of what Joelle was doing, she didn't agree with and wanted no part of it nor did she want to know about it. Sami asks what she is talking about. Silvana admits it involved some guy Joelle kept calling her "meal ticket" and she was prepared to do whatever it took to get him.

    Sami and Kate both look at each other, knowing this is likely about Lucas. Silvana is told by one of the bouncers, who comes outside, that it's her to perform. Silvana says she needs to go. Sami and Kate would like to hear the rest of what she has to say. Kate promises she will be paid for her cooperation and help. Silvana says she has 3 performances tonight so she thinks it best if they come back tomorrow night...8PM. She tells them to wait for her in the alley since they won't be welcome inside. Silvana puts her cigarette out and goes inside as Sami and Kate joyfully look at each other, feeling like they may have the break they need as the scene shifts to...



    MAGGIE AND MAX'S NEW CLUB

    Maggie in on the phone with Victor, telling him Max found a local act to fill some time but they still need two main acts. Victor assures her everything will be ok and tells her not to panic, saying he is on his way. Maggie says she will try but she just wants everything to be perfect. Victor is sure it will be. Meanwhile, Carrie and Alyson walk in with Caroline and are greeted by Alice and Julie. Caroline says Max said they could come early.

    Max walks up and kisses Caroline, who says she is proud of him for the beautiful club he and Maggie have. Carrie tells everyone how her grandmother would not stop until she agreed to go and said they had to convince Alyson to come as well. They left Evan and Sam with a babysitter at the Salem Inn. Caroline says she just wanted the family together tonight and that she has convinced Kayla and Kim to come to. Shane is bringing them. She thinks Kayla could use a night to forget everything. Alyson didn't know she was considered family. Caroline says of course she is.

    Doug and Bill listen in and Doug says he convinced Hope to come by too. He just thinks she needs a night out to forget everything and Bo has JT tonight. Bill asks if that is a good idea considering the circumstances. Doug says that Bo, Hope, and Kayla will see each other eventually and there will be alot of people at the club so it shouldn't be that big of an issue. The scene then shifts to...


    PIER

    Jean is on her way to the club, hoping she can get to Alyson before it becomes hard to find her in a packed club. Nicole and Joey approach and Nicole's eyes light up as she tells herself it must be her lucky day...Jean was just who she was looking for. Nicole tells Joey to hide behind some crates and approaches Jean. Nicole calls out to Jean, saying long time no see. Jean is shocked to see her and can't believe she would be out in public with all the people that are looking for her. Nicole smiles, saying desperate times call for desperate measures. Jean pulls out her phone and says she is calling the police. Nicole warns her not do it that but Jean is about to dial. Just then, Nicole says if she does that, she will tell Alyson the truth about what happened to her father.

    Jean is stunned and asks what the hell she is talking about. Nicole says she has surveillance evidence that would tell Alyson what really happened the day her father died. Jean is trembling and can't seem to even speak. Nicole tells Jean she wants $3 million dollars within 24 hours or she shows Alyson the tape. Jean thinks Nicole is lying and insists there is no secret. Nicole asks why she is shaking in her boots then. After a few moments, Jean turns and asks how she is supposed to get that kind of cash.

    Nicole smiles, telling her to use that creative mind of hers. Jean thinks she is bluffing and that she has no proof. Afterall, how would she be able to get surveillance evidence. Nicole says she has her sources. Jean thinks for a moment and says she isn't doing a damn thing for her. Besides, who would believe her after all she has done.

    Nicole asks if that is her final answer. Jean tells Nicole defiantly she isn't scared of her. Nicole thinks Jean should be, reminding her of what happened to Steve and Hope when they called her bluff. She asks if Jean is sure. Jean gives her a cold look. Nicole walks off. Jean begins to dial on her phone. Nicole orders her to stop and says if she tells anyone she saw her, Alyson will know the truth within the hour. Nicole then tells Jean she had her chance and made her bed. Now she has to lie in it. Nicole walks off as a still in shock and worried Jean looks on. Nicole walks over to Joey, grabs his hand, and drags him off. He asks why she was mean to that woman and to that guy earlier.

    Nicole tells him to stop asking questions if he wants to stick with her and then sees some officers in the distance. She says she is running out of time and drags Joey off, telling him to come on as they race off into the night and the scene fades to black.

    ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES...

    MAGGIE AND MAX'S CLUB OPENS!!!

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  23. PhoenixRising05
    SCHEDULE UPDATE!!!

    Due to personal issues and time constraints, Salem Lives has been on an up and down schedule of late. It could not come at a worst time given that it's sweeps so in an effort to maintain the excellent sweeps we have going, this week will feature a two episode a day schedule to catch us up. In other words, 10 EPISODES IN 5 DAYS!!!!

    To avoid confusion, here is how this will work out starting with today:

    Monday 2/25/08: The Monday 2/18/08 episode and Tuesday 2/19/08 episode will be posted.
    Tuesday 2/26/08: The Wednesday 2/20/08 episode and Thursday 2/21/08 episode will be posted.
    Wednesday 2/27/08: The Friday 2/22/08 episode and Monday 2/25/08 episode will be posted.
    Thursday 2/28/08: The Tuesday 2/26/08 episode and Wednesday 2/27/08 episode will be posted.
    Friday 2/29/08: The Thursday 2/28/08 episode and the regularly scheduled episode for this day will be posted.

    We look forward to getting back on track and we thank you for your patience and understanding. Stick with us!
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