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OCTOBER 16, 2007: EPISODE #351: OF PASTS AND AGENDAS PART 2 AIRPLANE Hope and Steve are on their flight to New Orleans as Hope is telling Steve it's remarkable how quick they got a flight. Steve says they got lucky. Hope admits she still has her doubts that she is doing the right thing. Steve assures her she is and that he is right by her side. They will handle whatever comes there way together. The plane then experiences a great deal of turbulence and the pilot makes the announcement that due to some severe weather ahead, they will be making an emergency landing in Nashville. Hope asks a frustrated Steve what they are going to do now. Steve tells her they will just have to stay the night at a hotel. Hope asks if he is talking about in separate rooms. Steve nods and says of course. Hope smiles and says good. SALEM POLICE STATION Kayla is front of Abe's office having some coffee when Bo races past her. Kayla follows him into Abe's office and asks if his contacts had anything. Bo shakes his head, saying it's like Steve and Hope just vanished again. Kayla can't understand what is going on with them. Bo tells her that with Tony gone too, according to the note, it seems they got a lead on Steve's past again. Kayla worries about them being tricked or falling into a trap. Bo says he is worried too because this is the Dimera's they're talking about. He promises Kayla he will do everything he can to find them. Just then, Bo's cell rings. He answers it. it's Doug, who tells Bo he went by the house looking for Hope and no one was home. He asks if he knows where she is. Bo tells Doug not to worry and fills Doug in on what is going on. Doug can't understand why Hope would take off once, let alone twice. Bo says he doesn't either. Doug offers his help but Bo says he has it taken care of. He is sure Hope is fine but he just wants to find her in the event that she ends up in trouble. Doug asks Bo to keep him in the know. Bo tells him he will and then hangs up. Kayla tells Bo she has an awful feeling that Hope and Steve could be in trouble. Bo embraces her and assures her it's going to be alright. LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD IN INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA Tony waits on Liz's couch and looks at his watch. She then enters the front door and apologizes for having to leave. She tells Tony that Mrs. Flowers is an elderly woman who is all alone and she goes over to check on her. She tells Tony that she had a little fall but she is ok now and got checked out by a nurse that lives down the block. Tony tells Liz he would've came over to help. Liz appreciates it but says she had it taken care of. Liz tells Tony they can now get back to what they were discussing. Tony and Liz sit back down as she reminds Tony of how close she was to Daphne. Tony says he remembers what a comfort Liz was to his mother during her depression. Liz remembers how scared Daphne was of Stefano, all the way up to her life's end. Tony: I recall her getting stronger. She was, indeed, a very courageous women. However, she could only take so much and her depression took so much out of her. I know she was thankful for your companionship. She always said one of the best things I did was marry you. Liz: She helped me tremendously too. We helped each other. Remember when I shot Marie? She was right there by my side. Tony: Yes. Mother was very loyal. Giving...loving...I think of her everyday. She gave me so much...and I know she would've given me more. Liz: She loved you, Tony. Just like she loved this other child. She knew once she learned she was pregnant that she had to protect the child. Stefano had been trying to influence you since the day you were able to comprehend what he was saying. She always told me she was lucky you didn't have his blood running through your veins. That saved you from becoming the heir to his evil, she would say. This child was Stefano's, conceived from a night in which Daphne had a hard time speaking about. Tony: My God... don't tell me...he forced himself on her? Liz: No. She was embarrassed to admit she still loved him. He had treated her badly from the moment after they married and onward. Despite all the hurt, all the other women, all the lies...she still couldn't help but love him. Every once in awhile he would turn on that charm of his and sweep her off her feet. One of those nights conceived the child we are speaking of. Tony: So, what happened to the child? Liz: Well, she told me there was just man back then. He was good friends with your father, Enrico, and came to be your mother's keeper in a way after your father passed. The man's name was Paolo. Paolo hated Stefano with a passion and was only working for the Dimera's to make a decent living for his family's sake. Daphne was hiding her pregnancy from everyone until she knew what to do but Paolo learned of her condition one night when she was ill. He had offered to take her to the doctor but she told him nothing was wrong. She just was sick to her stomach. She told him about the baby and confessed her fears of what the child would end up like if Stefano was an active part of the child's life. So, Daphne ran away into hiding at Paolo's urging. The plan was to hide out and then to give up the child once it was born. She felt she had no choice. Stefano frantically searched for her and Daphne told me of the many close calls she had. She would hide out in any place she could find. Sewers, soup kitchens, even Stefano's very own tunnels and catacombs. Tony: Didn't that risk the child's health? Liz: Sure, but Daphne felt it was worth it to protect her baby from becoming the next source of Dimera evil. She was already worried about what you would become. She always felt horrible that she wasn't able to get you away from Stefano. She considered herself lucky that you turned out how you did. Tony: I consider myself lucky, as well. Liz: Anyway, she went into labor while hiding in a small village in souther Italy. She made her way to an Inn. The innkeeper called a doctor and the baby was delivered. She then told the doctor she wanted to give up the child. The doctor was confused but Daphne explained she didn't feel the child would get a proper upbringing. The doctor followed her wishes and the baby was taken away. Daphne then returned to Stefano, who was furious with her. She merely lied and said she needed to get away to relax and clear her mind. She took alot from Stefano but she accepted it. She was devastated to learn that Paolo had been killed during a fight with Stefano in her absence. He was covering for her and she felt great guilt over the situation. Tony: I can imagine. Liz: Your mother kept tabs on the child. She used a Dimera contacts that she trusted. One that had worked for Stefano but was fired due to incompetence. He would use what was at his disposal to provide Daphne with info about how the child was doing and so on. I have everything she compiled, along with proof of the child being Stefano and Daphne's. She wanted to make sure all her bases were covered. She told me about all this a short time before her death. She had hinted at it and had such a hard time opening up. She said she always sort of knew she was going to entrust me with this because I was the only friend she had and could trust to tell you and you alone. Once she knew she could trust me, she came out with it. She had a feeling her life would be cut short so she felt the need to tell me when it felt right. She needed to make sure the information would somehow be passed on to you so you could find your sibling and fight Stefano together. Tony: I see. I also noticed you talk of the child but don't talk of it's gender or it's name. Liz: Well, I guess part of me can't accept that the moment has arrived where I can finally share this secret with someone. It seems surreal that you finally made it here. Tony: Yes, well, I'm just glad I found the clues and completed this journey. Liz: Your mother knew she had to take a risk. It couldn't be easy. She needed to protect the secret so if Stefano or anyone else found the first clue in your favorite book they wouldn't know what they had come upon. She was confident that not even Stefano could figure out what was going on if he had found the first clue. She knew there was no way he would find the others. Daphne knew there was a chance of you not catching on to all this and then I would be taking this secret to my grave. Luckily, you did. You figured it all out, just like your mother thought. Tony: Yes, well, I know how it all happened so, now, it's time to tell me about this sibling of mine. Is it a he or she? A name...I need the rest, Liz. Time is not something to be wasted right now. Liz: I know. I know. I'll tell you. Just let me go get the info your mother compiled and the proof. Liz gets up as Tony waits anxiously to learn the rest of the answers he so desperately seeks. MALIBU, CALIFORNIA Abby tells Forrest to go ahead and begin as Dr. Dobbs watches. Forrest: You see, my family...we built this wall of lies around us. We had to have this perfect image and father wouldn't have it any other way. Father always thought of Lawrence as the crown prince. I was small in stature and father detested me from the moment of my arrival. His treatment of me, from what I can remember, was not like that of a Alamain. It was almost like I was some stray picked off the street. If it weren't for mother...(fights back tears) I don't know... Abby: It's ok, Forrest. Forrest: Lawrence detested me too. I was only 3 but he makes no secret of the fact that he bullied me. Abby: How do you know? Forrest: I've met with him several times. You see, it was Lawrence who encouraged father to send me away. Father wanted to send me to a school in eastern Europe where I could be properly refined. I was not an Alamain to him from birth so he had planned to mold me into one. However, he did not want to deal with the embarrassment of it all so he covered it up. They had the perfect opportunity to do so the day I fell into that pool. I didn't understand what I was doing and just fell in, I suppose. The next thing I know, I woke up in a sort of dormitory at a school, the very one I gather father wanted to send me too. I later learned from my brother that Lawrence had helped father fake my death. Mother believed it because she had seen me fall in. Father made Lawrence pull her away so he could pull me out and take me away. No one ever saw the body. I never saw...mother again (wipes tears from his eyes). Abby: Wow...I'm...sorry. Forrest: I spent 15 years of my life at that school and left at age 18. It ended up being one of the greatest times of my life. You see, I made friends with this young girl. Sylvia was her name. Luscious blond hair, eyes that I would find myself lost in everytime I looked into them...she had my heart from the minute she arrived. She had been sent there against her will as well and we bonded. We were the same age and, even at 3, we felt drawn to each other. We laughed, played...without her, my life would have been...nothing. Our friendship grew into love. After we graduated, I proposed. Unfortunately, that very day, she had reunited with her family. She had forgiven them for some reason and she just had to go with them, of course. Both our hearts were broken that day. I didn't know how I would live. She had her family but I had nothing. However, I did go in search of my family. I learned that mother had died but I couldn't find father or Lawrence. I somehow got it together after that and made a career for myself. How I had the strength to go on...but I did. This wonderful man gave me a job in his shipping organization and I worked my way up to, for all intents and purposes, running it. Then, one day, this women walks in asking for assistance in transferring some orders for her father's business. It was like walking back into the past... Abby: Sylvia, right? Forrest: Yes. We reconnected. It was like no time had passed. I met her family and they made me feel like I belonged. One thing led to another and I asked her to marry me yet again. This time was the charm (smiles). We were so happy...until my brother came back into my life. Abby: Just like that? After all that time? Forrest: Yes. See, Lawrence had people around that reported back to him. He knew everything about me. I mean, he had the Alamain name and influence. He had returned to Europe with his beloved Katerina. Abby: Oh yeah, my mom told me about her...wasn't her name Carly, though? Forrest: Yes but my brother called her his Katerina. She had lost her memory and regressed back in time to when they had fallen in love. When we first met after all those years, he smugly described the privileged life he had led. He told me how happy he was but I told him I was happy too. The life I had led did have ups and downs but I felt it could've been worse. Needless to say, Lawrence was disappointed that his words had no effect on me. He was clearly bothered by the fact that I was happy and satisfied with my life. Around this time, a man named John Black had also been claiming my identity, mostly thanks to Lawrence who planted my half of the locket and fabricated DNA results to make it appear John Black was me. He and Stefano Dimera had come to an agreement. They had been making many dealings at that time. Abby: Yeah. Lawrence handed over my presumed dead Uncle Steve to Stefano. The police and ISA have been looking for him but nothing. Forrest: Yes, well, my brother has been living in the shadows, shall we say. Lawrence just wanted to make sure I remained a distant memory, even if that meant making it appear someone else was me. Of course, we know he is Roman Brady now. Needless to say, I was upset with my brother and reminded him he couldn't erase the fact that I am an Alamain too. I had kept the name through the years, even if so many were paid to make sure no one of significance ever realized that I was the real Forrest Alamain. The tension between us was palpable. We met several times. It was clear my brother was doing it for fun and games. He just always had to try to prove he was better then me in every way. More and more he became frustrated because his efforts were futile. I was happy and planning a wedding with Sylvia. You know, I finally thought things were going to be alright in my life. For the first time...(begins to cry) Abby rubs his shoulder and tells him to go on. Forrest (tears streaming down his face): The morning of our wedding...everything was fine. I talked to Sylvia through the door of the bridal room of the small chapel we had decided to marry in. Her family left her to be alone and she...never walked down the aisle. We...waited...(wipes tears from his eyes) and...waited...and nothing. Her family went to check on her and I was so worried I had to follow, especially after hearing what sounded like screams. We all arrived outside the bridal room and saw smoke coming from it. Sylvia was screaming and we determined someone was in there with her (in tears). We heard her struggling and fighting with what clearly was a man's voice. It was muffled for sure. We tried hard to get into the room. I tried the window outside but the room was in flames. I couldn't see anything but there were wedding guests outside, who saw no one...get out. Two bodies...were found in the remains. One of a man and one of a woman, the woman being proven to be my Sylvia (breaks down in tears). My precious, Sylvia (pulls out his picture of her from his wallet). I will never find love like I had with her. Never. Abby: You think your brother did it? Forrest: The authorities never found anything, really. I suspected Lawrence. The next time I saw him...he was more smug then usual. He was also secretive. Part of me would like to think he would never go that far just to make it known to me he is superior but...he is capable. I knew back then he was and I know now he. It's all speculation. My poor, Sylvia...we were finally going to get it right (covers his face with his hands). Abby looks over at the picture as she rubs Forrest's back in an attempt to comfort him. This time, however, she studies the picture and realizes Sylvia bears a resemblance to her. Her face then turns to one of fear. Abby begins to back up in her wheelchair. Forrest turns around and asks what is wrong. Abby tells him to stay away from her. Forrest realizes Abby now has seen the resemblance and begs her to let him explain. Abby refuses to listen. Dr. Dobbs vouches for Forrest. Forrest admits to Abby he is working with the ISA to protect her and her family. Abby doesn't buy it and then asks Dr. Dobbs how much Forrest bought him off for. Forrest explains to Abby he brought Dr. Dobbs in to help her walk but he did use Dr. Dobbs to isolate her from Salem and her family. It was for her protection. Abby rolls her eyes and asks from what. Forrest tells her from his brother. Abby is shocked. MOTEL AT NASHVILLE AIRPORT Hope and Steve enter their room. Hope is upset they have to share a room but Steve tells her with a few flights grounded the place was bound to fill up. Hope looks around the room and wonders why they can't take the credit the airline gave them and go elsewhere. Steve says it's only good at the airport motel and advises Hope to lower her standards a bit. Hope points out that the bed shakes for a quarter. Steve laughs and puts a quarter in. He then jumps on the bed and tells her that's cool. He encourages Hope to come aboard. Hope tells him he is out of his mind. Steve then gets up and grabs her, dragging her on to the bed. They shake back and forth on the bed as Hope screams at Steve to let her and get off of her. He begins to ticker her and asks why "Ms. big bad former cop" is not capable of breaking free from his grasps. Hope warns him not to mock her. Just then, they look into each other's eyes and pause. Both Steve, who is on top of Hope, and Hope both seem lost in each other's eyes. The bed then stops shaking. Hope tells him she thinks they should get up now. Steve slowly gets up. Hope does so as well and, seemingly nervous, she tells Steve she could really use a shower. Steve says ok and watches her grab her bag and go into the bathroom. In the bathroom, Hope takes a deep breath and asks herself what is wrong with herself. At the same time, Steve asks himself the very same question and blames himself for making Hope uncomfortable. He tells himself he needs to keep his composure or else he will hurt her and probably even others. Plus, the trip would be a bust. Steve goes over to his bag and takes his shirt off. He looks over in the direction of the bathroom and takes a deep breath before digging through his bag for something. SALEM INN Doug sits at the bar, worried about Hope and thinking about Julie and their marriage. His frustration boils over, leading to him smashing his glass of liquor on the table. Jean comes over and sees this scene and says: Jean: You know, that is quite dangerous and a hazard to your health. I mean, they say drinking excessively is too but it doesn't help matters when your using your glass in such a manner. Doug: Excuse me? Jean: Sorry. It was hard to just sit back and say nothing seeing a scene like that. Seems like you have a whole bunch of problems, buddy. Doug looks at Jean and asks her why she feels the need to share her opinion because he certainly doesn't care to hear it. Jean is offended and tells Doug that she won't be talked to that way. She approaches him slowly and stares him down as Doug wonders what he got himself into. LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD IN INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA Tony looks over a folder and tells Liz he can't believe what she just told him and what he read. Liz assures him it's all true. Tony tells her he needs to get back to Salem ASAP. He tells Liz he hates to rush off and thanks her for everything. They embrace. Liz says it was her pleasure and she is so happy to have fulfilled her promise to Daphne. She wishes Tony luck. Tony wishes her luck as well and tells her not to be a stranger. Liz tells him he can come back and visit too. Tony smiles and says he will call her on that. He gives her a friendly kiss and then leaves. Liz closes the door behind him and hopes that Tony and all the rest of Stefano's victims find peace. She then looks to the heavens and tells Daphne her secret is out. Her son knows and now let the chips fall where they may. Meanwhile, Tony calls for a cab and looks at the folder Liz gave him, saying Stefano and Salem are in for quite a shock as the scene freezes on his face and then fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... FORREST PLEADS WITH ABBY TO FORGIVE HIM!!!

Nope. No hints so you are as in the dark as others. Sorry you feel that way about Jack. Perhaps what is coming will turn you around in regards to him.

We are writing him around 28-30 years old so he's not a little boy, that's for sure

OCTOBER 15, 2007-EPISODE # 350: OF PASTS AND AGENDAS LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD IN INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA Tony, Steve, and Hope pull up to the house that fits the address they have for Liz. Tony tips the driver as they exit the cab. They then walk up to the door. Hope wonders if Liz has changed at all. Tony smiles and says he is sure she hasn't. He then takes a deep breath and rings the doorbell. There is no answer so Tony rings it again. Steve notices the window shades moving and says that someone is in the house. Tony begins to knock and yells out to Liz, telling her who is there. The door then slightly opens. Liz glanced from behind it as Tony smiles at her. The look of fear and worry on Liz's face turns into one of relief and joy as she then opens the door and embraces Tony and then Hope, saying it's been a long time. Hope and Tony tell Liz she looks well and ask if she remembers Steve. She says vaguely and welcomes them all in. Hope comments on how lovely her home is. Liz thanks her, saying it's just enough for her. Tony is shocked she never married again. Liz explains she focused on her career after she left Salem, which is why she kept the name "Curtis." It just fit better. She did that movie she left to do but her acting career never exactly took off so she went back to focusing on her singing. She tells them she is now the headliner at a local nightclub act downtown and is enjoying her work, other then the constant worrying. She then apologizes for being so hesitant to let them in. Tony tells her he knows she is worried about Stefano. Liz doesn't answer but Tony tells her it's ok. He knows that his mother entrusted her with a secret that could change the Dimera family forever. Liz smiles and tells Tony it all makes sense as to why he is there now. She admits to him she was beginning to think he would never find the clues that led to her, which is why she was more worried then ever of Stefano catching on first somehow. Tony assures her that Stefano has no idea of any of this yet but Tony tells her she must tell him everything before Stefano does learn of what is going on. Liz looks at Steve and Hope and tells them she hates to be rude but thinks it would be better if she talked to Tony alone. She made a promise to Daphne that she would share this with Tony and it would feel wrong if they were there. Hope says she understands. Tony tells Steve and Hope to go ahead to the airport since they will want to head for Salem immediately once they have the answers they need. Steve nods in agreement as Hope tells Liz she simply must come to Salem for a visit. Liz says she will once things calm down as it seems Salem isn't the safest place. Hope smiles and embraces Liz, saying she understands, especially with her involvement in the Dimera's business. Liz thanks her and tells Steve and Hope it was nice seeing them. They both echo that sentiment as they leave and tell Tony they will see him later. Once alone, Tony and Liz sit down. She asks if he wants some coffee. Tony smiles and says it's remarkable that they are able to be civil after their tension-filled marriage. Liz says that was ages ago and she knows he has changed. She also explains that she knows all about his horrible ordeal in captivity. She tells Tony she is so sorry. Tony thanks her. He then tells Liz that he would like very much to get down to business. Liz understands, saying she knows he is worried about Stefano finding out what he is up to and admits she is too. Tony promises her she will be protected. He will make sure of it. Meanwhile, outside, Hope finishes calling for a cab to the airport and notices Steve making a call of his own. She hears him asking for two tickets to New Orleans and asks what is going. Steve tells her there has been a change of plans. They are going back to Maison Blanche. An angry Hope tells him the hell they are as the scene shifts to... DEVERAUX HOUSE In the living room, Alex warns his mother that playing games like she is could be dangerous. Elizabeth reminds him that he has always longed for a better life. A life with a complete family and they all have a chance at that now. Alex reminds her they could've been a family years ago if she hadn't lied about not knowing who his father is, which he still doesn't understand the motivation behind. Elizabeth explains that she had her reasons and she isn't getting into them now. She tells him she is going to go see where Jack and Billie went and what is going on. As she prepares to leave, Alex tells her he needs to tell her one thing before she goes. Elizabeth turns and asks what is it. Alex: Obviously, I am still upset about you concealing the truth about my father from me so you need to be wise here, mother. By that, I mean using me just to snare Jack away from Billie is not a good idea. I will not be a pawn. Your choice! Just know, that if you choose to ignore my warning and end up dragging me into the middle of whatever plot you have in mind, so help me I am through with you. I will no longer have a mother. Understood? A stunned Elizabeth looks silently at Alex, turns, says she will be back soon, and leaves. Alex shakes his head in frustration as he watches her leave. SALEM PARK Jack chases after Billie and finally manages to catch up to her. He begs Billie to just stop and listen to him. Billie finally stops, reluctantly. Several officers are nearby. Jack asks if they would move away a bit so they can talk alone. The officers agree. Billie tells Jack she doesn't feel like talking or listening to him right now. Jack knows she is upset but begs her to listen to reason. Billie: Listen to reason? You took Elizabeth's side over mine just because you think she is this perfect image of what every woman should be! Jack: I never said. Alex acknowledged that his mother is not a violent person and, way back when, I knew her to be like that as well. Billie: People can change, Jack. Jack: Well, I don't see reason to believe she has. I think Elizabeth is right in that... Billie: Let me guess. In that I'm jealous, right? This is not about Alex being your son, Jack. This is about Elizabeth and the fact that she has changed. She came right out and told me she has and that all her years of being alone hardened her. She told me she was going to pull out all the stops to make you all hers. She told me that right to my face, Jack!! Jack: Well, I don't know what to say. Uh...is there...is there a possibility you are exaggerating or that you took her words out of context? Billie: DAMNIT, JACK!!! It's pretty clear we have a bigger problem here then Elizabeth. You refuse to listen to a word I say! Your in denial and your...ugh!! What the hell is wrong with you? Ever since you found out Alex was yours... Jack: I know I blew you off earlier and that is why your upset but... Billie: THAT ISN'T IT!!! YOUR NOT LISTENING!!! Jack: WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM ME?! WHAT AM I MISSING? Billie: YOUR NOT HEARING ME!! Your choosing to hear what you want to and to see what you want to. You don't want to believe what I'm saying is true. Jack: I don't understand. I don't understand what you want from me! Billie: Clearly! What I want is for you to remember those words you said to me on the ship. Those same words you repeated to me in that cave on the island. I was dying and you told me how much you loved me. You put your heart out on the line right there and it was then that I realized we had something worth taking a chance on...worth fighting for. Then here comes Elizabeth and Alex and we still seem to be on track until you learn, without a doubt, that Alex is your son. Jack: Right. See, I knew it was jealously. Billie, that's ok... Billie: I'm not jealous. I want Alex to be a part of your life. A big part of it. This is about the fact that you aren't seeing what is going on here. Elizabeth is using the situation to get close to you. She is using it to break us up and you keep seeing it her way. You keep seeing it as me being upset or jealous all because she told you that was the case. Jack: I think we better just calm down. Maybe we should talk in the morning so cooler heads can prevail. Billie: Fine but nothing will change. We will still be at this same place, Jack. Until you get out of your world of denial and start listening to me... all I want is for you to at least consider what I am saying and to just look into it. At the very least, that would show me something that will give me hope. Alex is important to you and rightfully show. Elizabeth is his mother and that means you two will forever have a connection but that does not make then a package deal. You have a close relationship with your son without catering to Elizabeth and falling right into her trap. Jack, I think a part of you thinks getting closer to Elizabeth will help you bond with Alex and that isn't the case. He is a grown man. He doesn't need his parents together. He just needs you both in his life. You understand what I mean? Jack turns and stands in silence. Elizabeth arrives and watches from a distance, trying to also stay out of sight of the officers. Billie: Jack? Jack: I will take what you said into consideration. I'll call you in the morning. Good night. Jack walks off as Billie calls out to him. Billie: Damnit, Jack. You just refuse to see it. You don't want to see it. You can't accept what I am saying as the truth. Oh, Jack, if you don't rise above this insane sense of denial...there's no hope for us. Elizabeth will be the end of us (fights back tears). Meanwhile, Jack walks by Elizabeth, who comes up behind him, saying she was worried about him after what happened. She asks if he is ok. Jack tells Elizabeth he is fine but he wants to be alone so he would appreciate it if Alex and her took off. He will call them tomorrow. Elizabeth understands and asks once again if he is ok. Jack nods and says he just needs to get some fresh air and to think. Elizabeth bids him good night and says she will call him in the morning. As she walks off, she looks back at Jack and smiles as the scene shifts too... MALIBU, CALIFORNIA Dr. Dobbs is talking to Abby through the door, begging her to come out of her room. Abby asks if he was in on this sick plan too. Dr. Dobbs tells her that Forrest and him just want to talk to her. They don't want to hurt her in any way. Abby tells them she wants the truth and will come out if they give it to her. Dr. Dobbs looks at Forrest and tells him he doesn't have a choice. Forrest sighs deeply and tells Abby he will tell her the truth. He will tell her everything. Abby then slowly opens the doors to make sure everything is on the up and up and then slowly wheels out. Forrest motions to her to follow him. They enter the living room of the beach house. Forrest sits on the couch and Abby wheels over. Dr. Dobbs sits nearby. Abby reminds him she wants to know everything. Forrest says he will tell her everything and tells her it all starts with his childhood. Abby asks him if he means when he was presumed to have drowned. Forrest nods, saying that the whole sordid tale began on that very day. LOCAL NEIGHBORHOOD IN INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA Hope tells Steve she isn't going to Maison Blanche. She reminds him they have to wait for Tony and they promised him they would help. They also can't take the risk of Stefano being on their tails. She adds that there is a good chance that Maison Blanche is crawling with security after their last visit. Steve thinks she is right but they can work around that. He tells they have to get to the truth. Hope tells him they already pretty much know Chelsea is their daughter and that they developed feelings for each other while imprisoned together. There isn't much else to learn. She tells him they can have a DNA test done on him and Chelsea to determine the truth once and for all. Steve: Your afraid. I know you are. Hope: I'm not afraid. I am just sick of this. Being away from my family, lying to my husband...I want it to stop. Steve: So do I but we need to do this, Hope. I heard about what happened when you investigated your past before and I know it led to some nasty things. Hope: No kidding. I lost yet another year of my life. I'm not going down that road again. I'm not getting lost in the past. Steve: I don't blame you but we both know there is still things missing from our memory banks (points to his head). We're always going to wonder what that is. We'll feel incomplete without whatever that is. Hope: I'll live. Steve: Well, I won't. Hope, I don't know much of anything about my missing years and this could be just the tip of the iceberg for me. If not for yourself, do it for me. We've been friends for a long time and I know it's a risk. I know your afraid of what might happen for many reasons. Your a strong woman. One of the strongest I know. We'll do this together. We''ll get through it together. I know if you look insider yourself you will see that this is right. That we have to do this. We have to. Hope is silent. Steve: Come on, sweet thing. You know I'm right. You know you will always wonder if there is more to all this. Your a cop. The curious part of you wants to know. I mean, who knows. We may learn something that can help us bring down the Dimera empire. You never know. You never know unless we give it a whirl. So, what do you say, pal? I'm not doing this without you. We were in this together then and we will be in this together now. Hope turns toward Steve. Steve: So, can we do this? Hope turns away for a moment and then takes a deep breath and says she better not regret this. Steve tells her she won't. She then tells Steve let's do this. He thanks her and says he will call and get them flight. Hope says she will call Tony since she doesn't want to go in if Liz and him are in the thick of things. Steve agrees that is the right way to go. Hope begins to dial and prays she isn't making a mistake. Meanwhile, inside the house, Liz tells Tony she appreciates the offer but doesn't need protection. Tony insists and says it would make him feel better. Liz smiles. Tony tells Liz to go ahead and begin to tell him about the long lost child his mother had. Just then, Tony's phone rings. It's Hope, who fills him in on the plan for her and Steve to head to New Orleans. Hope tells Tony she hopes he understands. Tony says he does and thanks them for all they have done and tells Hope to call if her or Steve need anything. Hope thanks him and says they will and promises to catch up to him once they are all back in Salem, unless they need anything. Tony wishes her and Steve luck and then hangs up. Tony tells Liz that Steve and Hope have to go. Liz wishes she didn't have to send them away but says she just wants to hold to her promise to Daphne. Tony says they understand and so does he. He tells her she can always come for a visit. Tony sits back down and tells Liz to go ahead and tell him the secret his mother entrusted her with. The secret that concerns his long lost half-sibling. Liz takes a deep breath and tells Tony she will and that it's a long time coming. The scene then freeze frames on Tony as he waits for Liz to begin to give him the answers he has been searching for and then the scene fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... ABBY LEARNS THE TRUTH WHILE TONY GETS THE ANSWERS HE HAS BEEN SEARCHING FOR!!!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 14, 2007 EDITION THIS WEEK MARKS THE FIFTH EDITION OF THE WEEKLY SL INSIDER FEATURE, "THE WRITER'S CORNER." EACH WEEK I, TIM LOWERY (BETTER KNOWN AS PHOENIXRISING05), AND MY FELLOW SALEM LIVES HEAD WRITER, PATRICK L. EWING (BETTER KNOWN AS ROMAN), WILL TAKE TIME OUT TO ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM READERS AND ANYONE ELSE THAT DECIDES TO CHECK OUR FAN FICTION BLOG OUT. WE WILL TAKE TURNS ANSWERING QUESTIONS EACH WEEK. THESE QUESTIONS CAN BE QUESTIONS ABOUT CASTING, WRITING, PAST STORIES, CURRENT STORIES, OR WHATEVER COMES TO MIND REALLY PERTAINING TO SALEM LIVES. PLEASE REMEMBER TO PM US QUESTIONS DURING THE WEEK FOR US TO ANSWER AND ALSO REMEMBER YOU CAN POST QUESTIONS VIA COMMENTING HERE IN THE BLOG. IF WE RECEIVE NO QUESTIONS, ROMAN AND I WILL JUST ANSWER QUESTIONS BASED ON REACTIONS TO EPISODES AND DISCUSSIONS WE HAVE HAD WITH OTHERS. SO, WITHOUT FURTHER ADIEU, HERE WE GO: THIS WEEK'S WRITER IN THE HOT SHEET: TIM LOWERY (PHOENIXRISING05) 1.) There seemed to be some controversy over the fact that Alyson let Nicole off the hook for snatching her baby. Did you want that to be a point of debate? What was the purpose there? A: Well, it was not meant to evoke debate, although that is always great in terms of attention. It was meant to do a few things. It moved Nicole into a position of action where she was pushed far enough to go after Caroline and the Brady's to prove a point to them. It was also done for the benefit of the Alyson character. We want to show her as weak but she will come into her own. She has her mother always instructing her and she is very fearful of the things going on in Salem. Nicole is her main fear and she knows what she is capable of. She knows of her affiliation with Orpheus and how they kept Carrie's baby from her. She didn't have Nicole arrested nor did she punish her because she was afraid of the ramifications. She thinks the result could be worse that way. Her reasoning is that by giving Nicole another chance, maybe she will see the light and back off. It was like an olive branch of a sort. Alyson is naive in this case because she hasn't experienced things like this. She led a normal, simple life and now she is bring thrown into the lion's den. She was screwed either way because the fans know Nicole isn't giving up and they also know that Nicole would make her pay if she was punished for taking the child. It's a catch 22. For fans of Alyson, she will reach the boiling point and then we will see a new side of her. A side that is deep within her, waiting to bust out to stop people from making her a doormat. It's a more independent side of her. That is coming. 2.) What is the deal with all the guest star/cameo appearances? A: It's part of what we do to be unique. We don't always spoil everything in casting news and it makes SL more realistic when you have people just pop up. We like bringing people in as henchmen or to serve specific roles. You never know when one may catch on and become someone you can utilize in other ways. It makes the canvas more alive. 3.) I'm lost in regards to some of the current stories. Is their summaries available? A: We don't like summaries because we feel it dilutes the story. If anyone is new to reading the blog or stopped reading and is returning, Roman and I are happy to answer any questions. Just PM us or comment in the blog. We can help you or point you in the direction of some episodes that can help fill you in. This way, you can go back and not have to read everything to catch up but you also get the proper sense of how the story is or was. It just works better we feel. 4.) SL went through many cast cuts this past summer yet the cast is just as large due to additions of some new characters. Will there be more cuts and do you worry that this could take away from other characters/stories? A: The new characters were needed to spice things up. The cuts were made for story reasons and also because we felt some characters needed a break so we brought on new ones that we felt could add to the canvas and stories we were telling. These new characters have slowly been worked in and developed and it seems the fans are enjoying the slow "get to know them" process. I should also add that we tend to bring back lots of past characters for brief visits or to fill roles in stories pertaining to their families and that is always going to be something that we do. We will never let them take away from those pivotal to the current canvas but history is important. It adds to the emotional investment of the stories we are focusing on and we won't shy away from bringing on familiar faces to move story or to add a presence. A good example of this is Liz Curtis, who returns this week. 5.) It seems like alot is happening behind the scenes based on that blurb in last week's Insider. Care to elaborate? A: No (laughs). Every week is big, as usual. Halloween is obviously something fans need to get hyped for. It's going to be amazing!! Also, there is some fantastic things in the works for November sweeps and December. November may have a special event that the fans will really enjoy. We're still seeing how it can work in the broad scheme of things. Just keep reading to see what happens!! You won't be disappointed!! WELL, THAT IS ALL FOR NEXT WEEK. REMEMBER TO PM QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN THE WRITER'S CORNER TO ME OR ROMAN BY NEXT FRIDAY AT 8PM EST. ALSO, YOU MAY POST QUESTIONS HERE IN THE BLOG BY COMMENTING. JUST DO IT BEFORE FRIDAY AT 8PM. THANKS AND WE'LL SEE YOU NEXT WEEK IN THE WRITER'S CORNER WHERE ROMAN WILL BE ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS. UNTIL NEXT TIME!!! COMINGS AND GOINGS COMING Gloria Loring (Liz Curtis): The fan favorite is back, as previously reported. She will appear on October 15 and 16. CATCHING UP WITH: CHRISTIE CLARK We recently had time to sit down and ask Christie Clark (ex-Carrie) three questions on how she’s doing since leaving SL, what she thinks of it right now, and how she feels about being on the outside looking in right now. SALEM LIVES INSIDER: Good to see you again. Your exit in August came as a surprise. How did it come about? CHRISTIE CLARK: I knew it was coming. Last year, when the new writers came on, they told me that my story was starting slow. It picked up big time in February and all of a sudden I was working my ass off!! It was fun. I felt like Ali (Sweeney, Sami). She is always having this much airtime. However, when I knew Patrick (Muldoon, ex-Austin) was fired, I knew I was done. They kind of hinted to me they were tying up Carrie and Austin via the baby story. I felt sad because Patrick took Austin's (Peck, ex-Austin) place and was gone in less then a year. The material we had was great though. We also gave Austin and Carrie fans a nice wedding. I can't complain about my exit either. Nice way of tying things up. SLI: What is your opinion on SL right now? CC: It's on a roll right now it seems. Everything has a different vibe since the Fall premiere. I mean, it's always been action-packed but the intensity is at an all-time high and there is definitely alot more internal conflict and serious drama going on. It's basically the same old great stories but things are bouncing more then usual. SLI: Would you ever come back? Have you been approached? CC: I would come back. I'm not doing much and I maintain open conversation with SL. There are no hard feelings. I understood why I had to go. They want me back at some point and I will be waiting for the call. I love it there. Carrie is overseas somewhere and I can't see her being gone all that long. I would love to return sooner rather then later but I'm patient. I'll wait. It's worth it, I think. SLI: Thanks so much, Christie. We do appreciate it. CC: Anytime. PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WK OF 10/15/07 -An Old Fan Favorite Returns. -Abby Demands Answers. -Billie And Jack Have A Falling Out. -Doug Has A Change Of Heart. -Abe And Celeste Talk Things Out As Lexie Finally Confirms Their Suspicions. -Steve & Hope Grow Closer. -Tony Has A Secret That May Destroy Stefano! -Marlena Holds The Key To A Shocking Secret. -A Devastating Truth Is Revealed. HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK: FRIDAY OCTOBER 19TH STEFANO AND ORPHEUS ENGAGE IN A DEADLY SHOWDOWN!! MEANWHILE, A DEVASTATING TRUTH IS REVEALED!!! NEXT WEEK: Greta Wakes Up. A Disappointed Doug Breaks Julie's Heart. The Past Eats Away At Steve And Hope. Billie Lashes Out Over Elizabeth. Lucas And Joelle Try To Reach A Settlement. Abe And Lexie File Officially For A Divorce. And............ Unbelievably............... It’s Coming........... To Salem.......... THIS HALLOWEEN!!!!!

Orpheus was on during the period of 1986-1987. He has a long history for such a short period of time he is on. I recommend checking out some of our late June/early July episodes. They tell alot about his past and current history. We have not killed any of Stefano's children. However, Victor did blow up a warehouse that Lexie was in that nearly killed her. It was meant for Stefano and that was being alluded to in this episode. As for Liz, we will do our best but if you have further questions about Liz, just ask and we will help you.

Elizabeth is European. She is being written as being from England. She was Jack's high school sweetheart but we really haven't gotten into the details yet. Nothing like this was ever mentioned on Days but not much was known about Jack's past prior to his coming to Salem anyway other then him wanting to follow in Harper's, his believed father at the time, footsteps. Miranda is an ISA agent. She is a former partner of Shane and she was recently revealed as Kate's sister. She knows quite a bit about Kate's past and we haven't gotten into the details yet there. Forrest's agenda has been hinted at but is not completely known. All that is known is he is working with Miranda on a "mission' and Miranda is afraid the mission will be compromised because Abby bears some resemblance to this Sylvia woman he has a picture of in his wallet. As for Abby, Forrest got a doctor, Dr. Dobbs, to put her in his experimental treatment for paralysis program. She is making great progress but Forrest also used Dr. Dobbs to help get Abby out of Salem for some unknown reason. Hope that helps.

ANNOUNCER: THIS WEEK... 5 BIG DAYS Clip of Abby and Forrest sitting on a couch in the house in Malibu. Abby: Tell me the truth!! A SHOCKING PAST AND HIDDEN AGENDA REVEALED... Abby (slapping at Forrest): Get away from me!!! A BUDDING ROMANCE FALLS APART... Clip of Jack and Billie in the park. Jack: What do you want from me?! Billie: I want you to listen to me!! I want you to start putting me first!!! THINGS HEAT UP FOR PAST LOVERS... Clip of Steve and Hope in each other's arms all wet with her naked. Steve: I got ya. Hope: I...guess you do. TWO ENEMIES ENGAGE IN A SHOWDOWN... Clip of Stefano and his men cornering Orpheus. Stefano: I've waited a long time for this moment. AND A HUGE REVELATION...AS A FAN FAMILIAR FACE RETURNS... Clip of Liz and Tony at her house in Indianapolis. Tony: Tell me who the long lost Dimera child is, Liz. IT ALL LEADS TO FRIDAY'S SHOCKING REVELATION!!! Tony to Liz: You can't be serious... 5 BIG DAYS PLUS... UNBELIEVABLY IT'S COMING........ TO SALEM.......... THIS HALLOWEEN. DON'T MISS IT!! NOW IS THE TIME TO FALL IN TO...

Glad your getting back into it. Amello. Monday and Tuesday will explain the Liz part of the story. You've missed alot but if you need any help getting into the stories, let Roman or me know and we will help you

OCTOBER 12, 2007: EPISODE #349: TAKING IT TO THE MAT PART 2 UNDER THE RUINS OF THE DIMERA MANSION In the secret room, Hope decides to call the police contacts that she knows to see if they found out anything. Steve can't believe Stefano even has secret rooms in a penthouse. Tony says Stefano has secret rooms and passageways in all of his properties in the event he has to escape or hide something. Tony continues to look through the files and finds a notation from Liz Curtis in one of the documents. He tells Steve and Hope that this is the break they needed. Liz is in Indiana in they have to leave ASAP. They can't risk Stefano catching on before they learn the truth. Hope and Steve take off for their homes, saying that they will leave notes for Bo and Kayla, hoping they understand. Tony hopes they do as well because this running off is really making them look bad in their spouses’ eyes. STEFANO'S PENTHOUSE Stefano is riding on a stationary bike as Lincoln walks in. Stefano greets him, asking how the clean-up is going. Lincoln tells him that Victor is spending a fortune trying to clean up that spill and cover-up the attacks on his tankers. It won’t break him by no means but it will put a very serious dent in his wallet. Stefano smiles, saying that since Victor will now be busy, it’s time to turn their attention to Orpheus. Stefano then asks if things are where he wants them. Lincoln says that everything is almost in place. They move very, very soon. Stefano smiles once again, saying........ Stefano: Good. Excellent work, my friend. That Orpheus won’t know what hit him when we strike. And Victor........he doesn’t suspect a thing? Lincoln: Not one thing. As far as he knows, I am one of his loyal men. Stefano: Good. Good. You know.........I’ve been letting way too much slide by, because of honor. He blows up my warehouse with my daughter in it.........and I let it go. He blows up my HOME..........and I let it go. Well........no more. The oil tankers were just a preview. Next time............... Victor will receive the main presentation. And Orpheus..........dear Orpheus. His hell.........is just beginning. The scene then fades into the... KIRIAKIS MANSION Victor is on the phone with the Governor of Texas, assuring him that every effort is being made to contain and clean up the spill. He thanks the Governor and tells him to give his best to his wife and children. As Victor hangs up, Roman walks in with a brandy and asks him..... Roman: How’s the clean-up going? Victor: We just started. The money I’m going to sink into this...........Stefano better be glad his sorry [!@#$%^&*] ass isn’t standing here right now.......or he would have a bullet in his head. Roman: Well, if any of us would have done that years ago........ Victor: We wouldn’t be in this [!@#$%^&*] now, right? Roman: Yeah. You can say that. Victor: Well, then.........are you going to work with me once again..........and find out what that bastard is up to? Roman:Yeah. Why not? Victor: Good. And...........just to give you some help..........I asked this man to be your eyes and ears. A familiar man walks into the study(CLICK HERE FOR PIC OF THE MAN!!) and stands in front of Roman, saying....... Man: You’re looking well. You ready to ride on this? Roman looks at the gentleman, then at Victor, and then back at the gentleman before saying.......... Roman: With guns blazing. All three men then walk out of the room, leaving to discuss plans. BO AND HOPE'S HOUSE Hope is about to run out of her house, Steve comes walking in with his bag. Hope asks if everything is alright, to which Steve replies yes. Steve then says that they don’t have the time to talk about it there. They’ll talk when they get on the plane. Hope agrees and picks up her bags as she and Steve run out the door to Salem Airport. A short time after, Bo comes home and calls out to Hope. When she doesn’t answer, he looks around for her, walking into the kitchen and then coming back into the bedroom. Kayla calls him on his cell phone, asking him if he got a note from Hope or Steve. Bo says no at first and then looks down on the end table to see the note Hope left him. Kayla wants to know what is going on with those two. As Bo reads the note, he wants to know the very same thing. DEVERAUX HOUSE The cat fight continues as Billie smacks Elizabeth hard across the face. It stops the fight for a few moments as Elizabeth rubs her face. Billie tells her to stay away from Jack, pointing a finger in her face. Elizabeth slaps the finger out of her face and smacks Billie hard. Billie holds her jaw, looks at Elizabeth with shock and anger, and then tackles her into some tables. Jack and Alex run into the place and pull both women apart, with Elizabeth yelling that Billie is jealous of her son and Jack. Billie yells at her, saying that’s a lie. Elizabeth says she doesn’t want Jack and Alex to bond. She then says that Billie started the fight in the first place. Alex does agree with his mother, saying that she is not violent like that. After a few moments of confusion, Jack sides with Elizabeth, telling Billie that she could have found a better way to handle the situation. Billie then says that since he’s already believing the trout mouth, lying bitch, he can have her, and storms off furiously. As Jack goes after her, Elizabeth looks at Alex..... And just smiles. When Alex walks over to her, he asks what is her game. Elizabeth just says that she is doing what is necessary for him and her. Outside, Jack catches up with Billie and asks why he has a problem with his son. Billie says she has no problem with him.......her problem is with Elizabeth. Jack says all that he is worried about is Alex and Billie jumps in, saying that she knows he still has feelings for Elizabeth and if he doesn’t watch out........ She will sink her teeth into him. Billie turns and walks away, leaving a stunned Jack standing alone as the scene freeze frames on his face and slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... LIZ IS BACK!!!

OCTOBER 11, 2007: EPISODE # 348: TAKING IT TO THE MAT CHEATIN HEART Nicole sits at the bar, drinking a martini. She thinks about what happened earlier with Caroline, Jean, and Alyson and says that she is sick of Caroline meddling. She is sick of all the Brady's acting as if they can do no wrong when they are hardly perfect. Nicole mentions how they judge her and ostracize her when they act horribly at times too. She looks at the pictures of Eric and Evan she has laying down by her drink on the bar and says, with tears in her eyes, that she has already lost them. She isn't going to lose anything else. She looks at the picture of Eric and tells him she knows he would want Samuel with her and not some woman he had a fling with. He knows she would give him all that he needs. She promises him she will have to resort to measures he wouldn't like but she doesn't care. Nicole knows he would want his family to understand where she is coming from and to learn a lesson and finally accept her. Nicole is confident that will happen but says she has to do this her way, even if she knows Eric would not condone it. She then wipes the tears from her eyes and says she must act soon and she will begin with Caroline's children as she lives through them. Nicole promises they will see what hypocrites they are and will wish they never treated her as they did. Nicole asks for a refill and then tells herself that, at the very least, Caroline and the Brady's will be distracted enough not to worry about her going after Samuel. The bartender gives her the refill she requested and Nicole raises her glass for a toast, saying: Nicole: To revenge and to getting everything that I want. Better late then never, I always say! Nicole then downs the martini and smiles evilly. UNVERSITY HOSPITAL Alice and Julie are visiting Lucas in his room. Alice encourages Lucas to have faith and assures him it will all work out. Frankie is working on his case and he has the support of the whole Horton family. Lucas thanks both her and Julie for coming. Julie says they were shocked when Maggie called them. They are just glad he is alright. Will then returns with some ice chips for his father. Lucas thanks him. Julie asks how he is holding up. Will says it's hard with mom not being around anymore but he knows she would want him to be strong and to take care of dad. Lucas and Will embrace. Meanwhile, outside the room, Doug watches the scene going on inside. Julie tells Alice they better get going as it's getting late. Alice agrees. Lucas asks if they would please take Will home. Will wants to stay with Lucas but Lucas tells him that visiting hours are over and he doesn't want him staying overnight in the hospital. Will doesn't want to let on that he is afraid to be alone so he agrees to go home. Julie says they will happily take Will home. Alice, Julie, and Will embrace Lucas and say goodbye to him, reminding him they are there for anything he needs. Lucas thanks them. On the way out, Julie tells Alice she is shocked that Doug didn't stop by. Word of what happened to Lucas was all over the news. Alice is sure he has a good reason. Julie thinks it's because he knew she would be there. Will then asks if that is Uncle Doug in the distance. Will points toward the elevators. Julie and Alice look and Julie can see it's Doug. She races after him as he boards an elevator. Julie tells Doug she has been looking for him. She doesn't know how to contact him or where he is and since thinks they should talk. She asks if he still plans on leaving Salem. Doug is silent. Julie begs him to talk to her. Doug says he can't and he isn't sure he ever can again. He tells her he took a chance and came by to see Lucas but he saw her there with Alice and Will. He didn't want to interrupt. Julie tells him he should have came in. Doug tells her didn't want any trouble and asks if she will wish Lucas the best and to tell him he will be in touch. Julie thinks he should tell him himself. Doug tells Julie he has to go. Julie begs him to just give her a few minutes but the elevator doors close. Julie returns to Alice and Will. Alice asks if she is ok. Julie looks at Will and fights back tears, not wanting to make his situation worse. She lies and says she is fine. Will and Julie then stand on both sides of Alice and help her walk off as Julie hides the fact she is wiping tears from her eyes. Meanwhile, Joelle enters her mother, Elma's, room. Elma is on a respirator and is conscious but doesn't seem able to move. Just then, Joey enters and asks his mother how grandma is. Joelle asks where he came from. Joey tells her Mrs. Ellsworth dropped him off. He was so worried and wanted to know what was happening. He asked a nurse where to find her. Joelle smiles and hugs him, saying grandma will be ok very soon. She is just sick and not able to move. Joelle explains that the machine is helping her to breathe and is making her better. Joelle promises both Joey and Elma that she is taking care of everything and that they will finally have the break they have been waiting for soon. She promises them they will all have a better life...soon. OLD, DILAPIDATED SALEM CLUB Maggie walks around the old, dusty, worn down Salem Club. She recalls the bustling environment it used to be as Max walks down the creaking stairs to enter the club, asking if it's safe to be there. Maggie smiles and nods, saying she just had some people here to inspect the building and survey it. They told her it would be alot of work to get the place up and running. Maggie then tells Max that everything is taken care of. She combined some money Mickey left her with some Victor gave her and they have the place now. She just needs to get the proper permits and such. She tells Victor is going to help her. Max tells her he will help finance the work that is needed to get the place back into shape. Maggie tells him that will be great and they can use some of her savings if there is a need. Maggie tells Max she is hopeful they can get some people to work on this so they can have a February opening. Max thinks that is being optimistic. Maggie agrees but thinks it's possible. She admits having alot on her plate living with Victor now. She also explains that she and Victor have had their idea for a Memorial Wing in Sami and Eric's honor approved by the hospital. She urges him not to tell anyone as it's a surprise for his family and they will unveil it at a Gala Event next month. Max thanks her and says that is great. He figures Victor is doing it for his mom, though. Maggie admits she knows that is part of it but it's also a way for him to make peace with the Brady's and to help them get past all the tragedy of this year. Maggie asks him how he is doing. Max says he is fine. He has a few buyers for the garage so he should have some money from that soon. He adds that it's weird with Abby not around. Maggie says she knows and admits being shocked she took off to be with friends right after her father came home. Max says he wondered about that too and the fact that she was leaving therapy for awhile. Max notes that Forrest is also MIA too. Maggie asks him what he is thinking and Max says nothing since they can't be together. Jack would never allow Abby to go with Forrest alone out of town, although Abby is of age. Maggie tells Max she is sure Abby will be back soon and that there is nothing to worry about. If there was, they would know it. She tells him to follow her. She wants to show him how she wants to layout the club around the bar in the center. Max nods and follows her as they make their way around the club, surveying what they have to work with. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Lucas is almost asleep in his room when the sound of someone standing above him wakes him. He is shocked to see that it's Joelle and asks what she is doing. Lucas threatens to call security but Joelle says she comes in peace, at least this time. She just wanted to check on how he was doing. Lucas asks her how she thinks he is doing. He nearly died and then she sues him for sexual harassment. He asks why she is doing this. Joelle says she is just doing what she has to do and she is sorry it has to be this way. Lucas asks what that means. Joelle says she has to get back to her mother. Lucas asks her again what she meant by what she said. Tears stream down Joelle's face. She wipes them and turn turns around and tells Lucas she wishes him luck and that she will see him in court. Joelle leaves as a mysterious figure watches her as she walks to the elevator. The mysterious figure then looks in on a frustrated Lucas and then quickly moves away from Lucas's room and exits via the staircase. MALIBU, CALIFORNIA Abby exits the therapy room of the house. Dr. Dobbs comes out with her and tells her she did good and that they will pick up bright and early in the morning. Abby asks about her progress. Dr. Dobbs says her balance has improved and she is moving the legs so he is hopeful she will be walking, at least with the use of a crutches or a cane, soon. Abby thanks him for everything. Dr. Dobbs says it's what he does and bids her good night before walking off. Abby sees Forrest on the phone in the kitchen and can't help but wonder about the picture of the woman she found on the plane and about seeing him looking at it earlier and becoming emotional. Abby figures the woman must be a past love or maybe even a current one. She wonders if he could be talking to her right now. Abby wheels closer to the kitchen and hears Forrest talking. She is unaware that he is talking to Miranda. Forrest (on the phone to Miranda): Things are progressing quite well. I just have to wait for the perfect moment to act. Miranda: Have you even figured out a way to make her do it? Forrest: I told you I would. Miranda: That's reassuring. This is why I like mapping things out ahead. Forrest, I am warning you. You can't screw this up from your end because, if you do... Forrest: I know. I know what happens. It will all work out. We will complete the mission. Don't worry. No one has any clue what is going on. Abby is even in the dark and I am always around her. Abby hears this and is stunned. Forrest: It's all going well now that we are out of Salem. There is no one around to interfere. Forrest then turns and sees Abby right in front of him. Forrest interrupts Miranda and says he has to go. She asks if there is a problem. He lies and says there is nothing to worry about. He is just cooking something and needs both hands. Forrest then hangs up and asks Abby how long she has been standing there. Abby tells him long enough to know he is up to something and that all her friends and family were right. She asks Forrest what he wants with her. Forrest insists he just wants to help her and that he can explain. Abby wheels away to her room and locks herself in. She tells him she is calling the police. Forrest panics and yells for Dr. Dobbs. He orders him to disable the phone line. Dr. Dobbs asks why and Forrest tells him to just do it. Just as Abby gets through to 911, the phone goes dead. Forrest tells her he is not going to harm her and there is no need to call the police. He tells her to just come out. Abby refuses, saying she doesn't believe a word he says and the fact that he just disabled the phones in the house tells her he is dangerous. Forrest promises her that he is not but hears no response from Abby. He yells out to her and asks if she is ok as she lays her head on her bed and begins to cry, wondering why she didn't listen to everyone's warnings about Forrest. DEVERAUX HOUSE Jack arrives home and finds Billie sitting on the couch, reading a magazine. She tells him she has been expecting him. Jack: I've been looking all over for you. Billie: I doubt it. Jack: What's wrong? You seemed upset earlier when you called me. Billie: I'm fine, Jack. Don't worry. Jack: No, your not. I can tell. Your just saying that because you are a woman and you want me to figure all this out. Ok. Ok, I'll bite. Let me think. I left the toilet seat up again. Wait, no, we don't live together. Uh... Billie: Typical, Jack Deveraux. Making jokes at the most inopportune times. Jack: Ok. Whatever I did, I will make it up to you. How about we go out on that date? We can do it right now. Let's cash in that rain check and do it like we planned. Billie: I would like nothing more but alot has happened since this morning. Alex is your son. Jack: Right. I know. It's great. Much better then I thought it was going to go. We're already bonding and I thought for sure there would be tension and some awkward moments and... Billie puts her head down and turns away. Jack sees this and begins to realize what is going on. Jack: I just think...wait, is that what this is about? Are you jealous? Billie: Of you and Alex? No. I want you to bond with your son and have a relationship with him. Jack: Then, what's the problem? Billie: Are you really that...you know what, nevermind. Forget it. I think we should go on that date. I think it may help me feel better. At the very least, it will take my mind off things. Jack: Ok...well, let me go get a jacket. It's supposed to be a little chilly tonight. Billie: Ok. By the way, (smiling) what do you have in mind for this surprise date? (wrapping her arms around him) Jack: If I told you, it wouldn't be a surprise. Billie: Hmm...hurry it up, Deveraux. Jack races out of the room and into the coat closet near the kitchen. He looks through the closet and realizes he left the coat he is looking for outside. He goes out to get it and sees Alex in the backyard. Alex turns. Jack asks what he is doing there. Alex says he just wanted to look at a real backyard, something he didn't have growing up. His mom took him from one penthouse or townhouse to another. He never had the simply family home with a white picket fence. Alex explains to Jack it's the simpler things in life that seem the most important to him. He never could get in to the upper class lifestyle. Jack smiles. Alex looks at Jack and tells him he wants this life. He wants what Jack has. Jack looks at him, puts his arm around him, smiles, and tells him it's his. Meanwhile, inside, Billie is touching up her makeup when the doorbell rings. Billie yells out to Jack that she will get it and is shocked when she opens the door to find Elizabeth. Billie asks what she is doing there. Elizabeth says that Alex and her are there to see Jack. Billie asks where Alex is. Elizabeth tells her he is out back. He wanted to look at the yard. Elizabeth explains that Alex has always been a sucker for the lesser things in life. The things commoners seem to love and adore. Elizabeth asks if Billie is going to invite her in. Billie rolls her eyes and motions for her to come in, whispering: Billie: Do I have a choice? Elizabeth: I beg your pardon. Billie: You know what. I'm not even going to pretend to like you. Elizabeth, what are you doing here? Really?You and Alex were just with Jack for most of the day. Elizabeth: We had more that must be discussed. Billie: Now? Couldn't it wait until tomorrow? You just saw him. What could you possibly... Elizabeth: Do I sense an attack of the green-eyed monster? That is the expression you Americans use, correct? Billie: I had you pegged from the minute I met you. Elizabeth: You mean when you were dying from a spider bite on a deserted island and my son and I saved that overly sized ass of yours? Billie: Ouch. Well, let's be honest, shall we? You only did that because Jack was there. It was your way of showing him you were still that sweet, innocent girl he fell in love with years ago but you have clearly changed, haven't you? Elizabeth: We all change, Billie. Years of leading the lonely life I have...I've been transformed by them. I'm no longer the same naive, rich girl I once was. I understand life's hardships and struggles. I know that nothing comes easy. You have to fight for it in life. Billie: And that is what you intend to do. You intend to use every trick in the book to reclaim Jack. Elizabeth: Well, you said you weren't going to lie or pretend so I will follow your example. Your right, I do intend on reclaiming the man I love. You need to learn, my dear, that first loves are hard to get out of one's systems and, almost always, first loves find their way back to one another. Billie: What mushy romance novel did you read that bullshit out of? Elizabeth: Call it what you want. I believe it. However, I also believe in making things happen. One can't wait for things to be handed to them so I intend on using what I have to snare Jack and bring him back to my loving, waiting arms, where he belongs. Billie: Including using your own son. Elizabeth: Whatever means possible. Whatever I have at my disposal, I will use. I will do whatever I must. I'm in this for the long haul. Billie: Well, so am I. You may have had him first but he doesn't want you. He wants his son. He wants to bond with him. Jack will see through this eventually. He isn't stupid, although that can be debated sometimes. I will not let you use the son you two share as a way to latch on to Jack and never him go. I will fight you at every turn. Elizabeth: It appears a war has begun then. I guess you and me are now officially enemies. Billie: I thought of you as an enemy the minute I saw you. Elizabeth: So be it. May the best woman win. (begins to snicker) Funny. Billie: What? Elizabeth: I think we both know I already rank well ahead of you in the "best woman" department. I guess it was a poor choice of words on my part. It is a shame you can't use the talents you inherited from your mother to help you hold on to Jack. Billie: You... Elizabeth: Too bad those whorish talents won't be of use to you (laughs). Billie: Bitch! Billie hauls off and slaps Elizabeth. Billie: You have alot of nerve judging me when you are using your own son to further your own agenda. You make me sick. I can't see any man having use for a piece of trash like you. Elizabeth: Look who's talking. Billie slaps Elizabeth again. Elizabeth announces she has had enough and tells Billie she is going to show her what she is really up against. Elizabeth then lunges for Billie, tackling her to the floor. Both women go at it as they fight, scratch, and claw on the floor of the living room as the scene freeze frames on them struggling with each other and then fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... STEFANO LAYS A TRAP FOR ORPHEUS!!!

OCTOBER 10, 2007: EPISODE #347: SNATCHED SALEM PLACE Caroline walks over to Alyson and tells her that the family will find a way for her to stay in Salem with Sam. She shouldn’t be worried about Nicole. Jean tells her that she believes Caroline. No need for her to leave town. Alyson says that if anything happened to her child........and then she gets upset and runs off. Jean excuses herself while she chases after her and Caroline turns her back for a moment to watch. Nicole stalks in the distance and, when she sees that Caroline is paying no attention, she runs over quickly...... And snatches Sam up in an instant. As Nicole runs off with Sam, Caroline turns and sees the boy gone. She panics and calls out for him. Alyson and Jean run over, asking where Sam is. Caroline says she turned her back for a second and now he’s gone. Jean runs over to get security as Alyson and Caroline start running through the mall, looking for Sam. After a few moments, Nicole is spotted by Caroline a short distance away. Security runs up to her and stops her from leaving. Alyson and Jean then stomp up to the scene, demanding that the police get involved. And Caroline tells Nicole that she will press full charges on her for trying to kidnap her grandson. But, in a startling turn of events, Alyson says she will not press charges. Caroline and Jean turn and look at her with utter shock, with Jean saying......... Jean: HAVE YOU LOST YOUR [!@#$%^&*] MIND?! Alyson demands that everyone hear her out as she walks up to Nicole. She tells her in no uncertain terms that if she EVER lays one fingernail on her son again.........it will take a battalion of surgeons to remove her foot from Nicole’s ass. Nicole agrees to the terms, all the while thinking to herself that it isn’t over yet. When Jean asks if Alyson will stay in Salem now that Nicole knows what’s what, she agrees. Caroline then walks up to Nicole and tells her that she better listen to what was told to her.......or else. She tells Nicole she has no problem slapping the taste out of her mouth if need be and then walks off. Nicole watches as all three women leave with Sam, thinking to herself that it is time to teach the Brady's a lesson they won’t forget. She then turns and leaves in a huff. KIRIAKIS MANSION Bo walks in looking at some papers. Victor and Roman walk in from outside and Victor tells him how proud he is of him. Bo looks up long enough to say that Victor has taught him a lot over the past year or so and he’s decided to apply it. Roman agrees, saying that if he wouldn’t have spent so damn long upholding the damn law.........his children might still be alive. Victor tells both men to come and have a seat as he explains to them both......... Victor: The sign of a true man is one who learns form his mistakes and protects his family. You think I don’t have regrets? Bo: Yeah, I know. But............Isabella wasn't killed by some !@#$%^&*] like Stefano or Orpheus. Roman: Bo’s right, Vic. Just like when I was accused of the Strangler murders.........I was on the run from the law. Mainly because of Stefano. It didn’t protect me then........and it damned sure didn’t protect Sami or Eric or Greta........or anyone else whose been hurt or killed during this. Victor: Which is why I have decided to strike like a cobra right at the throat of the bastards. Bo: And what does that mean? Victor: Stefano is so worried about Orpheus (Victor pours himself a brandy) that he can’t see straight. Now is the time to hit.........hard and fast. Roman: And I guess blowing up his house wasn’t enough. Victor: Not by a long shot, Roman. At that moment, Bo gets a phone call and excuses himself. After he leaves the study, Victor turns to Roman and proposes an idea.......... Victor: Roman, I was wondering.........could you use one of those famous disguises of yours and get close to Stefano? Roman: Right in the snake pit, huh? Victor: Exactly. Roman: Yes. Yes, I believe I can. Victor: Good. As Victor and Roman talk, Bo tells Steve, whose on the phone, that they are making plans against Stefano. He should be a part of that. Steve waits for a moment before declining, saying that he has other things on his plate right now. Bo is quiet for a moment, wondering why Steve would turn this gig down, but he then tells Steve he understands. Steve says it won’t last much longer and then he’s all Bo’s. Bo gets another call on his cell and tells Steve he has to let him go but they’ll talk later. After Bo clicks over, Steve hangs up, telling Tony and Hope that everything is cool. Bo doesn’t suspect a thing. Hope tells Tony that it is no problem helping him with the DiMera files and also searching the net for clues to Liz's whereabouts. Hope explains she is using her police contacts too. Tony tells them thanks, saying that this is very dangerous work. Steve says they gave him their promise to help. Just then, Tony hears Stefano coming and races out of the secret room, telling the couple to continue working as he closes the door. Tony walks into the master study of Stefano's penthouse as Stefano asks him where he was off to just now. Tony covers, saying that he was just looking around the new place. Stefano smiles, saying he knows when he’s being lied to. Tony says that Stefano always did know him, especially when he had Tony and Andre duel over Anna all those years ago. Stefano says that is ancient history. He did what he felt he had to do, just like now. Tony asks what does that mean. Stefano says......... Stefano: You will see, my son. Stefano walks over to his wet bar and pours himself and Tony a drink. He asks Tony to celebrate with him as he takes out his cell phone. At that moment, Lincoln walks into the room, smiling. He says that the mission was accomplished and it was a complete success. Stefano asks if anyone was hurt and Lincoln says no. Everyone is fine. When Tony asks what’s going on, Stefano looks at him and smiles, saying once again......... Stefano: You will see, my son. The scene then shifts quickly back to the Kiriakis Mansion, as Bo comes running in, shocked. Victor and Roman both look at him as Victor asks what happened. After he catches his breath, Bo finally works up the nerve to say........ Bo: You won’t believe this. Victor: Believe what, dammit?! Bo: I...........I just got a call from one of our men. Your takers, Victor............your oil tankers. Four of them...........went down, Victor. And a fifth is spilling oil into the gulf. Victor stares at Bo with utter shock as Roman says....... Roman: Do they know what happened?! Bo: Not yet. The investigation has started. We’re flying the crews in, they’ll make out reports. We’ll know much more later. Victor takes a step towards Bo, asking him in a quiet tone...... Victor: Bo.........how much did we lose? Bo hands him the portfolio of the estimated cost. Victor opens it and staggers backwards. He then turns and looks off into space as he says.......... Victor: Dear God.............Two hundred and sixty-one million dollars.........gone. Like that. And (he turns to face Bo and Roman) another two hundred and fifty million to clean up the spill? Bo: Yes. Yes, Victor. Victor: Who............WHO WAS THE BASTARD WHO DID THIS TO ME?!?! At that moment, Victor’s home phone rings. He activates the speaker, as a very familiar voice says........ Stefano: Well............how’s my favorite oil man doing tonight? Victor looks at Roman and Bo and then turns back to the phone, saying........ Victor: Good move. Damn good move, my friend. Stefano: The first of many, Victor. You see..........it’s time to..........even the odds, so to speak. You started this, Victor, and I intend to end it. Guess I’ll have to fill up my car with some other brand of oil since yours is floating in the gulf of Mexico. Pleasant dreams, my friend. Stefano laughs as Victor picks up the phone..........and smashes it on his desk. The scene then quickly shifts back to Stefano’s penthouse, as he once again turns his attention to Tony. He tells him that is what happens to men who cross him. So, Tony better not forget that, son or no son. He has once again proven who is master of this family........and anyone who crosses him will be dealt with. He then bids Tony a good evening as Stefano and Lincoln walk towards the dining room. Tony returns to the secret room and tells Steve and Hope that they need to find the information they need........and fast. Stefano has just took the stakes to the next level and they better find some answers or something to end this feud....... Before they all pay........with their lives. Steve and Hope look at each other and then at Tony......... As the scene freeze frames on his face and slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... BILLIE HAS HAD ENOUGH!!

OCTOBER 9, 2007: EPISODE # 346: UNSHAKABLE DEVOTION UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Elizabeth sits Jack and Alex down and thinks they should start getting to know each other. Jack and Alex both seem tentative. Elizabeth encourages Alex to tell Jack about himself. Alex tells Jack about his love of writing and says he has gotten several articles published. Jack is proud, saying that when he started on the Spectator, he and his late wife, Jennifer, scooped many a story. Elizabeth asks if there is any place at the paper for Alex and Jack says he’ll ask Greta once she’s better. From around the corner, Billie sees all of this and takes out her cell phone. She calls Jack, asking if he can break away to come talk to her. Jack says he’s too busy right now. He then asks if it is important. Billie pauses and then says no, it’s nothing. She says she just wanted to ask a question and he has already given her the answer. She hangs up the phone on Jack, who is surprised by her tone. Billie then turns and stomps over to the elevators, steps on the one that is open, and seethes in anger as the door shuts. PALATIAL HOME IN MALIBU, CALIFORNIA Abby has just been wheeled out of her therapy sessions with Dr. Dobbs. After the doctor leaves her, she quickly flashes back to the photo of a woman that fell out of Forrest's wallet on the plane and then comes out of it when Forrest enters the room. He just returned form jogging on the beach and Abby asks if he had a good time. He replies that it was as good as exercising can be. Abby wants to know something, though. Forrest says she has the floor as he pours himself some orange juice and sits down next to her. Abby wants to know if he has ever been in love. Forrest looks at Abby and then downs at his drink as Dr. Dobbs walks back into the room. Forrest remarks that he’s just been saved by the bell and chuckles. The good doctor tells Abby that they need to do some more exercises. She frowns, saying that she thought she was done for the day. The doctor tells her that if she continues today, she can have tomorrow off. Abby says she can’t pass up that deal and starts wheeling herself back into the training room. | She stops to tell Forrest goodbye but sees him in the corner of the room, near the deck. He is holding the picture of the same woman that Abby remembers and is staring at it sadly. Abby thinks to herself that she now has her answer to her earlier question as the doctor wheels her away. ORPHEUS'S HIGH-RISE APARTMENT Kate is just about to open the door........ When a guard yells at her to get away from it. Orpheus comes out from the other end of the hallway as the guard takes hold of Kate. Orpheus orders the guard to let her go, which he does, but instructs Kate that she shouldn’t be poking around people’s homes. Kate says he sure didn’t mind that when she used to walk around his place naked. The guard tries not to smile as Orpheus looks at him. The guard straightens up quickly as he turns his attention back to Kate. Orpheus stares at her with rage, pointing a finger in her face and telling her that he will let her go, this time.........and, with a warning. Kate listens intently as Orpheus tells her that she will be released, unharmed, so long as she doesn’t tell one living soul about seeing him or his high rise apartment. Kate shakes her head quickly as she says no one will hear a peep out of her. Orpheus says that he remembers what a lying bitch she is so he will know if she went back on her word. He then orders his guard to blindfold her and take her back to Salem Park. There are no police there and, for some reason, there never is. It should be easy. The guard obeys and fights to blindfold Kate. Sami hears all of this and Orpheus suddenly remembers whose room they are standing in front of. Right before Sami can start pounding on the door, Orpheus steps in her bedroom, telling her....... Orpheus: Now, now, my dear. Close.........but no cigar. Your friend won’t say a word.......not if she enjoys living. Goodnight, my dear. Pleasant dreams. Orpheus leaves Sami’s room as she goes and sits on her bed, burying her face in her hands. One of his men then comes back down the hall, telling him that even though Kate started kicking and screaming, she has been subdued, and is being taken back to Salem Park as they speak. Orpheus tells him that it is good work on all parts but if anyone ever has that much freedom in his home again.... The person who allowed it will suffer. The guard understands and leaves Orpheus, as he walks back down the hallway. BRADY PUB Bo and Kayla sit at the bar, worrying about Steve and Hope. Bo had his men looking for both of them and they found nothing. They then hear Steve say that maybe they should have just turned around and looked towards the front door. Both he and Hope, along with Tony, walk through the door as Kayla runs up to Steve and Hope walks over to Bo and kisses him gently. Steve and Kayla hug and then Kayla asks what Tony is doing with them. Hope says that Steve had some memory jogs from his past and Tony offered to help. Kayla looks at Steve, asking why he didn’t tell her about this. Steve said he didn’t want to make a big deal about it. Tony concurs, saying that he used his influence to help Steve out. Hope then says how sorry she is to Bo for just taking off like that. They couldn't risk the trail getting cold. Bo doesn’t mind at all, telling Hope that anything that helps Steve is worth it. They all sit down at one of the tables as Steve tells them they couldn’t risk Stefano finding out about their trip. The man has people everywhere. Tony then says that with their vast properties all over the states, they had started in New Orleans and just worked their way back home from there. Bo and Kayla look at each other with Bo saying that even though he’s glad they’re back and that they tried to help Steve, he doesn’t like the fact they went on some dangerous trip like that without telling anyone. Kayla agrees, saying that it shouldn’t happen again. Hope says it won’t and then Bo asks if they found anything important. Hope says no, not yet. But, where Stefano is involved, secrets are not far behind. Everyone agrees and also agree to meet later to talk more about their trip. Hope says she needs to get home to see JT and she gets up to leave. Steve follows her out, saying he needs to ask her a question. Once outside, Steve tells Hope they need to find the time to talk. Hope says they will, just not now. Steve asks her if she is scared about reliving their past together and, as Hope looks at Steve, the scene shifts back into the Pub where Bo wants to know if Steve and Hope are telling the truth. Tony is shocked, saying that he should be ashamed, not believing his lady love. Hope wouldn’t lie to him and Steve wouldn’t keep anything from Kayla. Kayla and Bo look at each other and then outside........ As Steve and Hope stare at each other. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Will is worried about Lucas after all that has happened with Joelle. Lucas tells Will he is fine and that they will fight this and win. Maggie returns with Frankie. Lucas thanks Frankie for coming and asks how Greta is. Frankie says there is no change. Lucas fills him in on the Joelle situation. Frankie thinks it sounds like Joelle tried seducing him and, eventually, resorted to drugs and alcohol but it backfired. He adds that when that didn't work she moved on to suing him for sexual harassment. Maggie thinks it's pretty clear she wants money and maybe even ownership in ROBERTS INC. Lucas refuses any of that and asks Frankie if he will represent him. Lucas tell him he knows he has alot going on but really could use his help. Frankie agrees to represent Lucas, saying he knows Jennifer would want him to help her brother and he sees that Lucas is being bamboozled with this case. Lucas thanks him. Just then, Kate shows up outside the room. She composes herself, trying to deal with what happened earlier, and then enters the room. She comes in saying Maggie left a message on her cell telling her that Lucas was in the hospital. Lucas doesn't want Kate there but she insists as she is his mother. Maggie tells Lucas she felt Kate had to be called and fills Kate in on what happened and on Joelle's accusations .Kate is horrified and tells Lucas he could've died. She then offers to help Lucas with his legal troubles but he doesn't want her help, saying she will only make it worse. Will tells Kate to just go. She is only upsetting his dad and making things worse. Kate begins to realize she isn't helping and tells both Lucas and Will she loves them and leaves. Maggie follows her into the hall and apologizes, saying she was only doing what she thought was best. Kate nods and thanks her, before walking away in tears. Maggie goes back and tells Lucas she thinks he was too hard on Kate. Lucas tells Maggie she earned that treatment. Maggie realizes Lucas and her differ on the issue and turns around to see a crying Kate watching them from a distance. Kate locks eyes with Maggie and then turns and boards an elevator just as the doors shut. SALEM PLACE Nicole walks near Ballistix and sees Alyson and Jean with Samuel. Nicole thinks to herself how sick these women make her. She walks over to both women and says that Eric truly would have preferred her instead of some slut he screwed for one night. Before either woman can get up and take matters into their own hands, Caroline walks in and says hi. Nicole starts to walk away but stops long enough to tell them that she’ll do what she has to to make Eric proud. As she leaves, Alyson says that even though Nicole truly needs her ass kicked, she is worried about what she will do. She then says if Nicole does one thing to hurt her baby........to which Caroline say she shouldn’t worry. The family will protect everyone. Caroline then says that they apparently don’t remember that her two sons used to be some pretty good cops in Salem. Well, Jean says that maybe they should be proactive in this whole thing, and Alyson agrees. Maybe it’s time that she take Sam....... And leave Salem for good. Jean and Caroline are shocked as the scene freeze frames on her face and then slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... NICOLE IS IN HOT WATER!! PROMO FOR WK OF 10/8/07 ANNOUNCER: LAST WEEK...JACK GOT SHOCKING NEWS... Jack: Alex is my son... NOW...A FATHER'S EFFORTS TO BOND WITH HIS SON... Clip of Jack, Elizabeth, and Alex in an embrace as Billie looks on. COULD COST HIM HIS NEW LOVE... Clip of an upset Billie watching Jack with Elizabeth and Alex and walking off. THEN... THREE MEN... Clip of Stefano, Orpheus, and Victor. HAVE EACH OTHER IN THEIR CROSS HAIRS... Victor: Now is the perfect time to take Dimera out. Stefano: Orpheus' reign will come to an end. A TRAP IS LAID... AND IT ALL LEADS TO ONE OF THE BIGGEST REVEALS OF THE YEAR!!! AND... UNRELENTLESSLY....... IT'S COMING........ TO SALEM.......... THIS HALLOWEEN. DON'T MISS IT!! NOW IS THE TIME TO FALL IN TO...

OCTOBER 8, 2007: EPISODE # 345: SHELL-SHOCKED PART 2 UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Elizabeth walks up to Jack, telling him that they need to be as close to a real family as possible. Billie, feeling left out, looks at Jack, who says nothing. He still can’t believe after all these years that he has a son. Then, Elizabeth says, now is the time to take advantage of that. Billie walks off in sadness and, as she rounds the corner, she bumps into Frankie. She asks him how Greta is doing and he tells her they almost lost her. Billie can’t believe it and hope she pulls through. Frankie does as well but then asks Billie what is wrong with her. She says that Jack just found out he has another son. Frankie is shocked. Billie says that now that Elizabeth has brought this out, she’s sure to latch on to Jack every chance she gets and has no problem using her son to get him. Frankie tells her that maybe she should tell Jack how she’s feeling and she agrees, saying there’s no better time than the present. When she walks back over, she sees Jack being hugged by Elizabeth as Alex watches and smiles. Elizabeth then steps back as Jack offers Alex a handshake and Alex accepts as they say they will see where things go from here. As they all smile at each other, Billie turns to Frankie and tells him that it will be on if Elizabeth tries to get close to Jack. As police officers walk by, making sure everything is safe, Billie stares at Elizabeth with anger as the scene slowly fades to black. Meanwhile, in his room, Lucas wants to know what game Joelle is playing. She smiles, saying that this is no game. He knows how he treated her at work and she intends to make him pay, not only for herself but for poor workers everywhere. Lucas practically spits in her face, saying that he will prove how much of a liar she really is. Will then tells her to back off before things get rowdy in the hospital. Maggie concurs. Joelle turns around surprised. Maggie asks her why she is surprised? Did she honestly think Lucas’ family would not be in his corner, defending him from some alley cat whore such as Joelle? Patricia then steps in, saying that she believes Joelle and will represent her and reminds them she is DA and that holds alot of weight. Patricia also doesn’t give one damn about the Horton name, especially when a Horton is involved in a sexual harassment case. Patricia then tells everyone that they will see them in court and that she can't wait to bring down one of the "perfect" Horton's. Maggie says she hopes Joelle gets off her street corner long enough to show up in court then asks if her pimp will be along with her. Joelle frowns as Patricia leads her out. Lucas and Will thank Maggie for sticking by them right now. Maggie says that’s what family is for. She then leans in and kisses Lucas and then kisses Will, saying that she saw Frankie in the hospital earlier. She going to go ask him if he would represent Lucas against this crap. As Maggie leaves a worried Lucas and Will......... Joelle stands out in the hallway with Patricia. She smiles when Patricia tells her that before she’s done, Lucas Horton will be walking around with a tin can begging for change for what he’s done to Joelle. Joelle smiles, saying that’s all she wants to hear. KIRIAKIS MANSION Victor sits at his desk, looking at a file on Orpheus. Nico walks in and asks him....... Nico: Sir, what will you do about Philip? Victor: Like I said.......teach him a lesson. He wants to turn his back on his heritage and sell out his own father for that slug-ass bastard? Well..........time to pay the piper. Nico: And how will that happen, sir? Victor: Let Bo know that I want Philip to have more responsibility at Titan. This way, Philip doesn't suspect anything. Time to make my son’s head swell with power.......... Before I snatch the [!@#$%^&*] rug from out under him. Nico obeys Victor and calls Bo up on his cell phone, as Victor turns his chair and looks out the window. When Nico is done, he asks Victor......... Nico: Do you think this will get the point across, Victor? Victor: Nico............I love that boy more than my own life. Just as I love his brother and sisters. My children are why I have done what I have done for the past year. But, make no mistake. The little !@#$%^&*] made one HUGE mistake.......... He crossed me. And no one..........NO ONE...........[!@#$%^&*] with Victor Kiriakis, is that clear? Nico: Very, sir. Nico leaves to make plans for not only Philip but for Orpheus as well............ As the scene fades into... ORPHEUS'S HIGH RISE APARTMENT Kate is brought in by one of Orpheus’s men and sat on the plush couch. Orpheus then dismisses his guard as he walks over and takes off her blindfold. Kate fixes her hair as she looks at Orpheus, saying......... Kate: You didn’t need the blindfold. Thought we stopped using that years ago. Orpheus: My dear Kate.........still the same beautiful smart ass you were 30 years ago. How are you doing, my dear? Kate: Well, I’ll be fine when you tell me why you snatched me up like that. Orpheus: You looked like you needed a friend and since we have been very close friends in the past......... Kate: You thought it would be fine to kidnap me. You know that every cop in Salem is looking for you. Orpheus: Which means I’m very safe. They couldn’t find a piece of gum even if they were chewing it. No worries, my lady. You are safe here. Kate: You said the same words on our first night together. Orpheus: Well, you said you always wanted to do it with a spy. You should have been happy. Kate: Oh, my dear.........I was. Kate smiles and so does Orpheus. At that moment, a guard walks in and whispers something in his ear. Orpheus excuses himself and leaves the room but not before telling his man to watch Ms. Roberts. In her room, Sami has her ear to her door, listening to the guards talk about the guest that Orpheus has in his study. She then pauses for a moment and then starts banging on the door. The guards burst in, telling her that what she is doing will not work and for her to keep quiet. Sami grows very quiet as one of the guards pulls his gun. The guards leave Sami’s room as she sits on her bed and starts sighing deeply, thinking of another plan of escape. Kate grows restless sitting by herself reading a magazine and gets up to look around. In Sami’s room, Sami stands up and walks over to her window but goes to first switch her lamp on. She then gets a brainstorm. She looks at the door........and back at the lamp. Back in Orpheus’s study, Kate starts to walk down the hall, telling the guard that she has to use the bathroom. The guard lets her go. As Kate starts walking down the empty hallway, Sami picks up the lamp and smashes it on the floor. Kate hears the noise and stops in her tracks. She then looks around and sees a door down the hall. Kate starts walking towards the door as Sami goes to the door and listens for anyone who may be coming. Kate reaches the door and places her hand on the doorknob......... As Sami smiles on the other side, hoping that Orpheus’s guest heard her break the lamp. Kate puts her ear up to the door as Sami does the same thing and the screen splits in two as each woman stands on either side of the door........ As the scene freeze-frames and then slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... HAS SAMI BEEN FOUND?

WEEK OF OCTOBER 8, 2007 EDITION THIS WEEK MARKS THE FOURTH EDITION OF THE WEEKLY SL INSIDER FEATURE, "THE WRITER'S CORNER." EACH WEEK I, TIM LOWERY (BETTER KNOWN AS PHOENIXRISING05), AND MY FELLOW SALEM LIVES HEAD WRITER, PATRICK L. EWING (BETTER KNOWN AS ROMAN), WILL TAKE TIME OUT TO ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM READERS AND ANYONE ELSE THAT DECIDES TO CHECK OUR FAN FICTION BLOG OUT. WE WILL TAKE TURNS ANSWERING QUESTIONS EACH WEEK. THESE QUESTIONS CAN BE QUESTIONS ABOUT CASTING, WRITING, PAST STORIES, CURRENT STORIES, OR WHATEVER COMES TO MIND REALLY PERTAINING TO SALEM LIVES. PLEASE REMEMBER TO PM US QUESTIONS DURING THE WEEK FOR US TO ANSWER AND ALSO REMEMBER YOU CAN POST QUESTIONS VIA COMMENTING HERE IN THE BLOG. IF WE RECEIVE NO QUESTIONS, ROMAN AND I WILL JUST ANSWER QUESTIONS BASED ON REACTIONS TO EPISODES AND DISCUSSIONS WE HAVE HAD WITH OTHERS. SO, WITHOUT FURTHER ADIEU, HERE WE GO: THIS WEEK'S WRITER IN THE HOT SHEET: PATRICK EWING (ROMAN) 1. The response to Arloa Reton (Joelle Young) has been sensational. How do you feel about the way readers have voiced their opinion about her and her character? A: To be perfectly frank, that has came out of nowhere. Arloa has asked if she is doing a good job, and all I can tell her is “Read the responses, my dear.” (laughs) People like her, but hate her character’s guts. Readers have threatened bodily harm to this character, which means that not only is she being written right, readers love Sami and Lucas together, and that is what’s most important. 2: There was a recent scene with Marlena (Deidre Hall) and Roman (Drake Hogestyn) where Marlena used some very strong language towards Roman about the state of their marriage. How do you feel about her character behaving like that? A: For me and a lot of fans.......it’s about damn time! Marlena has been written like some damn damsel in distress for 10 years now, and from what I have seen, readers love the fact that she has regained her backbone and told Roman to f*** off if he can’t get his head straight. I feel she never lost it, but it was laying dormant for far too long. Look forward to more of this. Dee is very excited about her upcoming story, and so are we. She will be back were she should be, and we will NOT make the mistake of another soap who feels it is stupid to use veterans like her. 3: Victor (John Aniston) and Stefano (Joe Mascolo) are front and center right now, and this Mafia War story has pushed these two great actors to the forefront. How is the response? A: Once again, the use of veterans. How can that ever be a bad thing? Nothing is wrong with using the younger set, but they always need to fit into the fabric of whatever story is being told for the vets. Soap opera executives and writers need to start listening to their true fans: vets bring in readers and ratings. These two performers have either been back burned for way too long or have been stuck in one stupid story after another on the other show they worked for. We changed that. We started this feud between them and the entire cast, and one point or another, have been involved. It’s a wonderful story to tell.......and stay tuned for the rest of it. 4: Steve (Stephen Nichols) and Hope (Kristian Alfonso) have gotten a lot of time together recently on the blog. Will this continue, and if so, why are you breaking up two great super couples? A: Who says we’re breaking them up? (laughs) We are telling story that has been under the surface for many years. It never cold be told before because both characters were with other people, and Stephen was gone for so long working on other daytime dramas. This is an opportunity, one which the readers seem to enjoy. Will it continue? Keep reading, my friends. (laughs) 5: The blog seems to be hitting its stride. What is coming up? A: We are getting better in certain areas, but never forget this. There are many things where we can improve on, and I feel that if any writer is so arrogant that they feel his or her blog is on point all the time, you should stop writing. You always push yourself to do better than what you are doing now.........and you stop doing it when it is no longer fun. If anything, I hope and pray that the readers see we are having a lot of fun. The best thing about all of this? Reading responses from the readers of the blog. Giving them the stories THEY want to see, not the stories we want to see and being so arrogant that we won’t listen to what they have to say. Too much of that [!@#$%^&*] going on, where writers come off like the Vince McMahon of soaps, writing the stuff they want fans to have. We don’t do that. We try our best to tell compelling stories, and read the constructive feedback and apply it accordingly. We learn form what our readers say, and hopefully they see that in the blog. WELL, THAT IS ALL FOR NEXT WEEK. REMEMBER TO PM QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN THE WRITER'S CORNER TO ME OR ROMAN BY NEXT FRIDAY AT 8PM EST. ALSO, YOU MAY POST QUESTIONS HERE IN THE BLOG BY COMMENTING. JUST DO IT BEFORE FRIDAY AT 8PM. THANKS AND WE'LL SEE YOU NEXT WEEK IN THE WRITER'S CORNER WHERE ROMAN WILL BE ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS. UNTIL NEXT TIME!!! PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WK OF 10/8/07 -Victor Lays A Trap......For His Own Son! -Kate Tries To Save Lucas From Joelle. -Tony Fears Stefano Knows The Truth. -Billie Fights For Her Man.......Literally! And............On Friday, October 12th..........Stefano, Victor, Orpheus & Roman Circle Each Other.......And Salem May Lay Destroyed In Their Wake!! It’s All Right Here........On Salem Lives! NEXT WEEK: An Old Fan Favorite Returns. Marlena Holds The Key To A Shocking Secret. A Devastating Truth Is Revealed. Tony Has A Secret That May Destroy Stefano! Steve & Hope Grow Closer. Abby Demands Answers. Billie Takes Matters Into Her Own Hands! And............ Unstoppably............... It’s Coming........... To Salem.......... THIS HALLOWEEN!!!!! Catching Up With: Wayne Northrop We recently had time to sit down and ask Wayne Northrop (ex-Roman, ex-Stefano, ex-Wendell, SL) three questions on how he’s doing since leaving SL, what he thinks of the blog right now, and how he feels about Drake Hogestyn playing a role he created. Salem Lives Insider: Wayne, it’s great to see you again, sir! What brings you by SONBC Studios? Wayne Northrop: Well, I come by to see some old friends in the cast and on the crew, just to say hi. This place is really buzzing with some positive feedback, and everyone seems really excited about what is coming up. SLI: Question, Wayne. How do you feel about Drake taking on a role you started? WN: I have always felt fine with that. The same way I felt when Josh played the role. I’m not one of these actors who demands this and that. If it works out that I can play Roman, so be it. But my life is so full of richness and happiness right now, I just don’t see myself returning to SL or any soap. Drake played this role so well, and the fans love him to death. It’s his role now, and he’ll do what he does best........take the ball and sprint for the touchdown. With Dee’s help, how can he go wrong? (laughs) SLI: What do you think of SL right now? WN: Wow. That’s all I can say. Pat asked me back for a one-shot recently, and I just couldn’t turn that down. I know I said I don’t see myself coming back, but........you truly never know. Salem Lives is really doing some great things. The twists and turns and the fact that CHARACTERS are being written for, not couples, is really lighting this place on fire. I find my wife getting into it so much lately, and she is one who can’t be impressed easily. I love it, and hope they continue with what they are doing. SLI: What have you been up to? WN: Being lazy! (laughs) Working on my ranch, and just enjoying life. We worked hard to get to where we are, and we are just enjoying each other right now. It feels great to just sit on my porch and watch the sunset with the woman I love so much. You just don’t know. But, and this is a big but..........if the story is right, and the offer is right..........who knows? You may see old Wendell causing trouble on a show near you some day again. SLI: Thanks so much, Wayne. We do appreciate it. WN: Anytime. Breaking News!!!!! A highly placed source at SONBC Studios has revealed that Salem Lives has started filming very explosive scenes for episodes that will be posted in October and for November Sweeps. Many key stars have been brought in to film for the next four weekends and the studio is rumored to be shut down in the first week of November to film the start of story lines that will, in this source's opinion, "Change the face of Salem Lives for a long time to come." Speaking on the condition of anonymity, the inside source told SONBC that sets are being constructed and finances are being worked out for what is sure to be some huge and shocking events that fans are sure to love. Salem Lives will post normally, so no interruption will occur. Stay tuned to SONBC and to Salem Lives, if and/or when any other information becomes available.

OCTOBER 5, 2007: EPISODE #344: SHELL SHOCKED ORPHEUS' HIGH RISE APARTMENT Sami paces in her room as she continues to wait for something to appear on the TV screen to show her that Lucas is ok. The screen is nothing but blank now so she figures Orpheus turned it off. Just then, she hears Orpheus talking to her from outside her room. Orpheus: I feel so horrible you have no entertainment right now. Unfortunately, I have some errands to run so you will have to use that vivid imagination of yours to keep yourself busy. I promise you that my men and I will personally bring you the latest in quality programming when it becomes available. (smiles) Sami: Shutup, you bastard!! Orpheus: Hey, I have an idea! Why don't you think about your beloved Lucas going at it all night long with the very beautiful Joelle. Or...you could think about how lucky you are to be away from him, especially given his current state. Sami: What the hell are you talking about? Orpheus: Oh, I'm sorry, dear. You don't know because your TV is blank. I'm sorry. Well, the gist of it is your beloved Lucas was rushed to the hospital last night because his body was filled with drugs and booze. Wonderful combination. Sami: I don't believe you. Orpheus: Believe what you want. All I will say is...well, is it that hard to imagine a man who has just lost the woman he loves turning to the bottle? He does have a history, afterall. The man was heartbroken and a broken heart could cause even the sanest person to go over the edge. Believe me, I speak from experience. Sami: I don't... Orpheus: I must be going. Enjoy your day. Orpheus walks off as Sami contemplates his words and realizes it's quite possible for Lucas to have fallen off the wagon. She just can't see him resorting to drugs though. She is desperate to get back to the people she loves, especially Lucas, as time is running out. She knows they are all in danger and that Lucas is falling apart without her. Sami looks up to the heavens and prays that she can find a way out or that someone comes and gets her...and soon! UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Victor and Maggie slowly walk down the corridor. Victor thanks her for coming with him to see Greta. Maggie tells him she loves him and that she will always be there for him, just like he has always been there for her. Maggie tells Victor she is happy the doctors saved Greta and hopes she makes progress soon. Victor hopes for the same and adds that he is happy she convinced him to visit tonight as it's important he is at his daughter's bedside. He has had so little time with her and he wants her to feel that he is there and that he does care. Maggie is sure she felt all that. Victor says he thinks she did too. Maggie remembers that she had to run an errand for Alice at the hospital anyway and was planning on going later in the day. She decides she may as well do it now. She tells Victor she will meet him at the mansion. Victor wonders if Maggie should just move in as she is always at the mansion. Maggie wasn't sure he would want that. Victor says he would love it but was afraid to ask. Maggie tells Victor she will always love Mickey and their house holds special memories but she does need to move on and it's hard being around so much that reminds her of her past with Mickey. She asks Victor if he is sure about her moving in. Victor nods, saying he can have arrangements made to move her in ASAP. Maggie agrees to do it, saying it's time they take the next step and she is always with him anyways. She adds that she will still keep her and Mickey's house. Victor tells her he is excited. Maggie says she feels the same but must get going. Victor says he should be going to. They kiss and Victor tells her he will see her at home. Maggie and Victor both smile as they part ways. Maggie heads for the nurses station and asks a nurse, who says hi to her, if Dr. Brockfield left an envelope for Alice. The nurse goes to check as Rich arrives. He asks Maggie if she is there for Lucas. Maggie is confused and says she came with Victor to see Greta and is running an errand now. She asks if something is wrong with Lucas. Rich tells her to come with him. Meanwhile, Lucas is in his room when Maggie walks in with Rich. Lucas is upset that Maggie knows but Maggie tells him she would've learned anyway. She asks what he was thinking falling off the wagon and taking drugs on top of it. Lucas assures he didn't and fills her in on what happened. He remembers there was a mix up at the bar and he drank alcohol by accident. He explains he was at the Cheatin Heart to comfort Joelle. Lucas explains who Joelle is and her history and tells Maggie his belief that she drugged him. Maggie tells Lucas she believes him, especially since Joelle seems to want him. Maggie then asks if Will knows. Lucas shakes his head, saying he doesn't want him to because he shouldn't worry. Maggie says he has a right to and should find out before he learns from someone else. He may take it the wrong way. Lucas realizes Maggie is right and tells her to do him a favor and call will. Maggie agrees as the scene shifts to... SAMI AND LUCAS' APARTMENT Will is in his bed, tossing and turning in his sleep. He is thinking about that infamous night that he learned the truth about who Alan was and the tragedy that followed...Alan molesting him. In the middle of another nightmare about Alan, Will jumps up and begins to hear Alan call out to him. Will frantically looks around the dark room and clutches his head, screaming for Alan to just leave him alone. Just then, the sound of a phone ringing wakes Will from his sleep. He realizes it was all one big nightmare and that they just don't seem to stop. He wonders who could be calling and gets up, puts his robe on, goes out into the living room, and answers the phone. It's Maggie, who tells him his father is in the hospital and he needs to get down there. She adds that Lucas is ok but he should be there. Will wondered where his father was, thinking he was pulling an all-nighter again. He says he will be right there and hangs up. He goes back into his room to get dressed. SALEM PARK Kate is on a park bench when Philip walks past her, with guards following close behind him for protection. Kate yells out that it must be nice to have guards as she has none. Philip tells her that it's because no one cares. Kate tells him to watch his tongue. She is his mother. Philip says he doesn't feel that way and hasn't in months. Kate asks if he is still angry about the Belle situation. Philip nods and says he wants her nowhere near his life. That is why he just ignored her and only acknowledged her when she called out to him about the guards. He doesn't want her in his life or else she will interfere and mess everything up again. That is all she ever does is do things because she feels they are right for her children and then ends up hurting her children and doing more harm then good. Kate begs Philip to just give her another chance to prove herself. She knows she doesn't deserve it but she loves him and all her children are her life. Philip tells her he doesn't think he can do that, at least not right now. Kate reminds him that she is his mother but Philip counters by saying he is her son and she has hurt him deeply too, more then he has ever hurt her. Philip tells Kate she won't get any sympathy from him. He then looks at his watch and says he has to go. He has to get back to Titan and get some things before finding his dad. Kate begs him to at least set up a meeting with her to talk. Philip just shakes his head and wishes her good luck and a good day. Philip walks off as tears stream down Kate's faces, wondering if her family is completely destroyed. JACK'S CAR Jack is driving him and Billie back to his place. She tells him she knows he is upset and worried but tells him there isn't anything they can do until they have something on "Fred." Jack says he knows but he is just so worried about Abby and then the whole thing with Alex on top of it is really stressing him out. Jack tells Billie it may be better if they call off their date later. Billie reminds Jack of what made him feel better after Jennifer's death. Jack says it was going out but he isn't in a good frame of mind. Billie notes he wasn't then either and that sitting at home or just worrying about work is not the answer. He needs to socialize and to keep busy by having fun and just relaxing. Jack says that is hard to do right now, just like it was a year ago. Billie says she will help him, just like the last time. Jack smiles and thanks her for doesn't think much will help. Jack's cell then rings. Jack asks Billie to answer it since he is driving. Billie does and it's a nurse, who asks for Jack. Billie says he is driving but she can give him the message. The nurse tells Billie that his DNA test results are in and he can come down anytime to have them picked up and/or read to him. Billie thanks the nurse and tells Jack the DNA tests on him and Alex are in. Jack is glad the time has come to know the truth and tells Billie to call Elizabeth and Alex to have them meet them at the hospital. Billie asks about their date since they were going out around the middle part of the day. Jack says they will have to cancel. He apologizes but there is just too much going on and his heart isn't in it today. A deflated Billie says she understands and begins to dial Elizabeth. AIRPLANE Forrest and Abby are sitting together on their flight. He looks at her and can tell she is nervous. He takes her hand and tells her she will be fine. Abby tells him she always believes that when he says that to her. Forrest smiles. A stewardess comes by offering drinks. Abby asks for a soda while Forrest asks if they have any scotch. The stewardess says they do but there is a fee for liquor. Forrest agrees to the fee and the stewardess begins to fix the drink as Forrest pulls his wallet out. Just then, the plane hits turbulence and the stewardess spills scotch all over Forrest. Forrest jumps up in anger, sending his wallet to the floor, as the stewardess apologizes. Forrest then calms himself, saying it was an accident but he needs to go to the bathroom and clean himself up. Abby says she will watch everything. Forrest thanks her as the stewardess apologizes again. The stewardess begins to fix Forrest's drink again as Abby notices his wallet on the floor and picks it up. She sees the stewardess fixing the drink and figures she should pay for the drink for Forrest so he can just relax upon returning. She asks how much the drink is and says she thinks she hears change in the wallet. The stewardess says the drink is on the house because of the spill. She sets the drink down and tells Abby to tell the man with her she is sorry again. Abby smiles and says she will and that it's fine. The stewardess leaves. Abby is about to put the wallet away when she notices something that shocks her. As she was looking through the wallet for money, she came across Forrest's picture of Sylvia. Abby notices the resemblance to herself and wonders who the women is. She sees Forrest coming back and closes the wallet, putting it on the floor. She wonders if she should ask Forrest but can see he appears upset over the spill still. Abby asks if he is ok. Forrest says he is a little annoyed but understands it wasn't the women's fault. He also says he is a bit nervous and worried about her therapy. He just wants her to do well. Abby thanks him for that and then tells him his wallet is on the floor. Forrest picks it up and thanks her, saying he has to much important stuff in there to lose. Abby nods and wonders if she should bring it up but, ultimately, decides it may be better to discuss in private after they land. Forrest looks over at her and asks if she is ok as she seems a bit unnerved. Abby smiles and says she is fine and then whispers: Abby: For now... UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Jack and Billie are in a waiting area when Elizabeth and Alex show up. Alex says it will be good to finally know the truth. Now, he will know who he truly is. Jack agrees that it will be good to finally resolved the issue of whether he is his father or not. Meanwhile, Elizabeth walks over to Billie and asks if they can talk alone. They go off to a corner as Elizabeth tells Billie there is something she wanted to say for a long time to her and adds that it's more like a warning. Elizabeth: I know your the one that pushed for the DNA test and I know you probably doubt my intentions are honorable. No doubt, your assuming I am after Jack. Well, I can assure you the joke is on you and, a little word of warning, if you try to come between my son bonding with his father and us bonding as a family...well, then, this is war. Billie: Eliza... Elizabeth: No! I was nice to you but it's clear you don't trust me. Honestly, I never liked you either but I'm not going to push you out of Jack's life. I just want you to stay out of the way of us being a family and of Jack bonding with Alex. Billie: We don't even know if he is his son and I have no clue where all this is coming from. I suggested the DNA test because any rational person would. I do wonder if you are after Jack but I don't hate you nor do I see a target on your back. I just don't want Jack to get hurt and some things were off about your situation. Elizabeth: Like what? Just then, a lab tech comes in with an envelope. Elizabeth (interrupts Billie): Well, we will have to finish this later. Elizabeth races over to Jack and Alex's side as Billie watches. Jack then tells the doctor to lay it on him. The tech tells Jack he isn't a doctor but lab tech. Jack apologizes, saying he is just nervous and excited. The lab tech begins to open the envelope and pulls out the paperwork. He looks through them. Jack asks what the news is. The tech says with 99.9% certainty, it has been proven that he IS Alex's father. Jack is stunned now that it's indeed true as Alex reacts the same way. Elizabeth approaches both of them and says it looks like they are a family now. They will always be connected and will always have a strong bond between them. She kisses both of them and puts her arms around them as Billie watches, her eyes looking sadder by the second. KIRIAKIS MANSION Philip returns home, looking for Victor. He eventually finds him in the study, looking over some layouts with Nico. Philip walks up and tells Victor he took care of all the new accounts and sealed all the deals. Victor is impressed and tells Philip he is really doing a good job. Philip tells Victor he just wants to prove he is worthy and wants to make it up to him for his behavior. Victor tells him it's forgotten and that he probably will be giving him more power and control at Titan now that he has proven he can handle it. Philip says he would love to do more and will do whatever is asked of him. Victor is impressed by Philip's turnaround and tells him he has never been more proud of him. Philip thanks him and says that means alot. He then tells his father to call if he needs anything and excuses himself as he has some things to do upstairs. After Philip leaves, Nico asks Victor: Nico: When are you going to tell him? Victor: About me knowing he kidnapped me and handed me over to Orpheus a few months back? Not for a long time. He deserves everything he is getting. He delivered me right into Orpheus's clutches. I nearly died on that ship because of his greed and disloyalty. His betrayal will not go unpunished. I will teach him a lesson he will never forget. Victor shows a devilish smile as the scene fades to... UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Maggie, who is by Lucas's bedside when Will races in and embraces his dad. Will tells Lucas he thought he was at work like he had been previous nights but was still worried. He asks if he is ok. Lucas fills him in. Will tells his father he thinks it wasn't his fault either. Lucas thanks him for the support. Just then, Joelle comes in. Will approaches her and asks if she drugged his father. Joelle denies doing anything of the sort. Maggie then gets up and demands to know what she did to Lucas and what she is up to. Joelle says she did nothing to Lucas. It's about what Lucas did to her. Just then, Salem D.A. Patricia Cromwell walks in the room behind Joelle. Maggie asks what she is doing there. Patricia: Well, Joelle called my office. She told me she had an interesting case for me. I don't usually take on cases when they are provided in the way Joelle approached me with this one but it intrigued me. I like the idea of bringing down the head of a successful company, especially one that used to be run by the ever so infamous Kate Roberts. Lucas: What are you getting at? Patricia: Mr. Horton, Joelle here has made some startling claims against you. Lucas:What? Patricia: You see, Joelle has claimed you sexually harassed her, Mr. Horton. She is suing you and your company for all you and it's worth. Lucas, Will, and Maggie all look on stunned as Joelle and Patricia both smile, while a mysterious person watches from outside Lucas' room. SALEM PARK A devastated Kate walks through the park, drying her tears. She looks up to the heavens and asks if she has paid enough for her mistakes. She loves her children and needs them in her life. She says she needs help getting back into their good graces because she doesn't know what she can do to accomplish that. Just then, Kate walks around a corner and catches a glimpse of Orpheus sneaking off into a wooded area. Kate notices the person she just saw looked familiar and her curiosity is piqued. She decides to try to catch up to the person as it could very well be Philip. She decides to walk around and catch the person so that, if it is Philip, he doesn't run away from her. Kate is about to walk when she hears something in the bushes. She realizes the person is still nearby and slowly sneaks into the wooded area. She walks around searching for a bit and hears some moving branches nearby. She thinks she hears someone coming and hides in some shrubbery. After hiding, Kate sees a man emerge from an area of some trees and shrubbery. It's ORPHEUS!! Kate is shocked and wonders what he may be up to being in the park in broad daylight. Kate then jumps up in shock when someone touches her on her shoulder. She turns to see Orpheus standing right in front of her. Orpheus: Hello, Katie. Nice to see you again. Kate: Orpheus. Orpheus: Never could mind your own business, could you? Just had to follow me. Did you think I didn't notice you getting a look at me? Kate: I... Orpheus: I slipped up in letting you see me but I sure as hell wasn't going to let you bust me. Well, in that case, come with me. Orpheus grabs Kate's arm violently. Kate: Ow! What are you...where are you taking me? Orpheus: Some place where we can talk...for old times sake! Orpheus drags Kate off as she screams, resulting in him covering her mouth with his hand as he takes her with him into the night. The scene then fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... THERE'S HOPE FOR SAMI!!!

OCTOBER 4, 2007: EPISODE #343: UPWARD BOUND UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Victor walks over and stands at Greta’s bedside as Maggie stands near the door. He puts his hands on Frankie’s shoulders as they both pray that she pulls through after flatlining. The doctors and nurses work on Greta and Victor turns slowly and looks at Maggie, who looks at him with dread on her face. Victor then turns back around and leans into Frankie, saying that everything will be just fine. Frankie remains silent as Greta is finally starting to stabilize. Frankie walks over to Maggie and she hugs him as Victor follows him with a question. How much does Frankie care for his daughter? Frankie says his feelings for her are friendship, he thinks. But, he isn’t sure. Victor says his daughter is very lucky to have such a man of honor in her life. He hopes that whatever happens, when Greta comes out of this, that Frankie will treat her well. Frankie shakes Victor’s hand, saying that he has nothing to worry about. As Maggie and Frankie go to get something to eat, Victor walks over to Greta’s bed in the now darkened room, and sits down at her bedside. He looks at Greta, lovingly, as he asks for a favor..... Victor: Oh, my darling Greta. If only your sister were here. Isabella had the same strength you do. She was a wonderful soul and my life has been so empty without her. I hope she is here now, helping you get better. Oh please, my precious girl. Wake up, so we can have a life together....... Before it’s too late for me. Victor rests his head on Greta’s arm as his starts crying quietly. Meanwhile, in the ER, Lucas fights for his life as the doctors work on him with Joelle standing by, watching in horror. Rich then leads her out into the hallway, saying that they will pump his stomach but that his vitals are strong and that he should be fine. But, he tells her she cannot stay in the ER and has to wait out in the hallway. What Joelle doesn’t know is that someone is watching her from the elevators around the corner. She can feel eyes on her but, when she turns around, she sees no one. After awhile, she is given permission to finally see Lucas. Lucas looks up from his bed and tells Joelle that she is nuts if she thinks she’s going to skate for trying to poison him. When Joelle feigns ignorance, an enraged Lucas tells her to go to the office and get her [!@#$%^&*] out of there. She’s fired as of right now. Joelle starts crying, begging Lucas not to fire her. He yells at her that this is just the beginning of what she will face. As soon as he gets out of the hospital, he is bringing her up on charges for attempted murder. Lucas is so angered that a nurse comes running in trying to get him to calm down but all he can do is scream at Joelle to get out of his eyesight. Joelle runs form the room in shame and, once she is out in the hallway, she starts to compose herself. She then thinks to herself that she has one other option and then walks briskly to the pay phones. As she picks up the receiver, she now doesn’t realize that the same person who was watching her before is watching her again as she frantically makes her phone call. SALEM AIRPORT At the airport terminal, Abby stops her wheelchair and turns around, looking at Jack and Billie for the last time. Jack walks over and bends down, saying that everything will be ok. Abby smiles, knowing that he will be fine and that Billie will take care of him. It’s the first time she has felt ok about leaving him since her mother died, which makes Billie smile, as she fights back a tear. Abby tells Jack to give JJ a kiss for her and then says that Jack needs to just tell people she’s off visiting family in Europe, to which Jack very reluctantly agrees to. Abby assures him that with Chelsea away, it should be easy to do. Forrest and Dr. Dobbs then walk up, saying that Abby will be just fine, as Forrest goes and stands behind Abby’s wheelchair. Jack stares at Forrest with anger, saying that nothing better happen to his child or else. Billie asks Forrest if he heard what Jack just said and Forrest smiles, saying that they will have no worries. Jack can’t force her to stay but is worried about what is happening. Abby tells him everything will be ok. Forrest leads Abby onto the plane as she turns and waves goodbye to them. As she disappears into the private jet, Jack tries to run past security and stop the plane but Billie and more airport security hold him back. Jack can’t take his eyes off the plane as the scene fades back into the plane. Forrest sits next to an apprehensive Abby and takes her hand, telling her everything will be alright. Abby smiles back at Forrest as the scene once again shifts to the airport. Billie holds Jack in her arms and tells him that everything will be just fine. The plane takes off as Jack silently tells his little girl goodbye and, as he and Billie watch it disappear into the sky and out of sight, the scene slowly fades to black. ORPHEUS' HIGH RISE APARTMENT Sami paces back and forth, frustrated at not being able to find out if Lucas is ok or not, as Orpheus first knocks and then enters her room. She demands to know what he had that bitch do to Lucas. Orpheus smiles, saying that whatever it is, he is sure that Lucas enjoyed it. Sami goes to slap Orpheus once again but he catches her by the wrist and angrily states....... Orpheus: No more of that garbage, my dear. The ONLY reason why I haven’t given the order to kill both your lover and your son is that I want to see you suffer first. Only then........will their lives be snuffed out. Sami: Orpheus, please, listen to me. My father, as you know, still has many connections from the time he thought he was Forrest Alamain. He is also a former member of the I.S.A. Orpheus: My favorite people........ Sami: I can GUARANTEE your safety as you make your way out of the states if you let me go and don’t hurt my family. Now..........you can’t turn that down, can you? Orpheus lets Sami’s wrist go, places his hands into his pockets, and walks past her. After a few moments, he turns around, walks over to Sami, gently places his hand on her cheek, smiles at her and says to her, in a soft voice..... Orpheus: Samantha...........I can already get in and out of the country. What kind of fool do you take me for, WOMAN?! Sami: You really don’t want me to answer that question......... Orpheus: SILENCE!!! I’m SICK of saying it so this will be the last time. Roman and your family will pay for everything he’s cost me. Even if it takes me the rest of my natural life. NOW.........why don’t you sit in here and think of that........WHILE I MAKE PLANS TO WIPE OUT YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY!!!! Orpheus storms out of the room as Sami tries to stop him and pounds on the door as Orpheus slams it shut. And then, a very angry Orpheus orders one of his men to get in contact with their man in the Far East. He tells him that it is time to up the stakes....... Orpheus: And set a trap for one Roman Brady!!! ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... JACK LEARNS IF HE HAS A SON!!!

OCTOBER 3, 2007: EPISODE #342: OPEN UP HOSPITAL IN TUSCANY, ITALY Tony is by Steve's side when he wakes up. Steve holds his head and asks what happened. Tony explains that the gas in the pit knocked him unconscious and that he managed to get him and Hope out just in time. Hope then comes in and races over to Steve, embracing him and overjoyed that he is alright as Tony watches. Steve thanks Hope for everything she did. He mentions he heard her while he was out of it. Hope is shocked that he did and then changes the subject to her just being happy he made it. Tony says he is too, especially since he is responsible. Hope and Steve are confused. Tony mentions that he ordered the guard to drop them in the pit but had no idea the guard would try to gas them. He gave the guard some cash and thought he was trustworthy. Unfortunately, he was wrong. Hope asks why he would do that. Tony says he didn't want them getting hurt after what happened at Maison Blanche with Byron. He is concerned Stefano is on their tail and he knows that neither Stefano or his men will kill him. He doesn't know if that same courtesy applies to them. He was simply trying to protect them and knows it was extreme. He also thought him acting alone would help move things along. Steve reminds Tony that he and Hope are looking for answers too. Tony nods and says he knows but it's unlikely that the answers lie in Italy. Hope agrees and tells Tony she understands why he did what he did. Steve agrees too even though he warns Tony he will be hearing from his attorney. Hope tells Steve he doesn't need Frankie. Steve smiles and says he was kidding. Steve then asks what Tony found, if anything. Hope realizes Tony mentioned finding something but never told her. Tony fills Steve and Hope in on the note and birth certificate he found in the painting, as well as the fact that Liz has the answers he needs. Tony says they need to leave Italy ASAP because the guards will be on their tail soon and likely Stefano. Hope agrees, telling Steve he can leave the hospital in a few hours. Tony says they can work on tracking down Liz in Salem. Hope thinks it's time to go home as she misses JT, Bo, and the rest of her loved ones. She tells Steve that Bo and Kayla must be worried sick. Steve agrees but reminds Hope they have some unfinished business. Hope nods as Tony interjects and says he will keep to his promise to help them find what they are looking for. Hope smiles, saying they will help him too, just as they said. Tony thanks them and says he will go make the travel arrangements so they can leave. After Tony leaves, Hope sits down by Steve and says he gave them quit a scare. Steve: Sorry. Hope: It's... Steve: Wait a sec...Tony isn't here anymore so quit avoiding the issue. I know we have to go home right now but we do have to go back to Maison Blanche. We need to find out for sure about Chelsea and we need to close the damn book on our past. Hope: I know, Steve. Steve: We also need to talk. Alot has changed on this trip, Hope. Hope: Nothing has changed. We had some close calls, a few memory flashes... Steve: Oh, come on. You and I both know those memories were more then just memories. Those memories brought some feelings back. Feelings that I know I don't understand. We need to talk, Hope. Hope: We will soon. I just want to focus on going home to Bo and my family. We can then go from there. Now, I will be back. Hope gets up and leaves the room as Steve watches her, saying: Steve: Your in denial, Hope. We have a problem. We have a problem that needs to be talked about...before we lose ourselves and both do something we will regret. DEVERAUX HOUSE Jack and Billie are lying on the couch in each other's arms. Billie tells him she will do her best to help him keep his mind off Abby and Alex. Jack wishes her good luck. Billie explains that there is something she has been wondering about. She says it's funny how they seem to have this full-fledged relationship yet they have never really been on a real date. Jack says it's the fact that they have always been close friends. Billie agrees but says they really do need to start going out, at least for tradition's sake. Jack is ok with that and admits he could use the distraction from what is going on with Abby and the Alex business. Billie wonders what they should do. Jack thinks dinner and a movie. Billie thinks they have higher standards and are more creative then that. Jack suggests he surprise her. Billie smiles and says that sounds like a plan. She tells him he will be feeling the pressure not to disappoint. Jack says he is already. They both laugh. Jack tells Billie he is so grateful to have her in his life. He still misses Jennifer like crazy but having her in his life has kept him going. He never thought he had any chance at finding another woman to love him, much less tolerate him. He is thankful for all she has done. Billie says she is thankful for all he has done. Jack reminds her that is what friends are for. Billie thinks it's remarkable how their friendship turned into what they are now. Jack just hopes he doesn't hurt her. Billie tells him he could never hurt her. He just needs to believe in himself and not let his inner demons control him. She doesn't want to see him go through what he did with Jen at times with his drive to be proven worthy and so on. Jack promises he will do his best. Billie smiles and embraces him, saying they just need to face the fact that they need each other. They always did and always will. She is just happy he has always been there for her. Jack says that goes both ways. They kiss and then hold each other close on the couch. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Lucas is raced in on a gurney. Rich tends to him and starts issuing instructions to those assisting him. Joelle waits outside, worried about what went wrong. She recalls his drinking the alcoholic drink at the Cheatin Heart by accident and that he had two pills earlier. She then recalls putting two more pills in Lucas's coffee upon his waking up. She wonders if the combination of substances is what did it. A worried Joelle prays that Lucas pulls through or else she and her mother and son have lost their one chance at a better life. Joelle watches with great worry as Rich and the other doctors and nurses work on Lucas before a nurse walks over and closes the blinds, taking away Joelle's view and raising Joelle's concern even more as she is watched by a mysterious someone from a distance. The scene then shifts to... ORPHEUS' HIGH RISE APARTMENT Orpheus comes to Sami in her room and asks if she has seen the latest developments. Sami says she isn't in the mood for his games. Orpheus insists it's not a game. He turns the TV on to show Lucas being raced into the ER at University Hospital on a gurney. Sami is in shock and is horrified by what happened. She hears one of the doctors say he seems to have drugs and alcohol in his system. Sami begins to panic and thinks he is falling apart without. She hates what this is doing to the people she loves. Orpheus admits that he is glad he had someone filming this and calls it an inspired move. Sami turns around and tells him to shut up. Orpheus smiles and tells Sami there is nothing she can do but toss her insults around and pretend to be strong when inside she is falling apart watching all this happen. Tears stream down Sami's face as she calls Orpheus a monster and promises he will get his. He will suffer when someone finally gets the best of him and takes out his ass. Sami tells Orpheus she will be first in line to give that person a medal. Sami then tells him he will go straight to hell where he will spend eternity. Orpheus tells Sami he will see her there. Sami turns around in disgust as Orpheus laughs. Sami looks at the TV screen, hoping to see something or to hear word on Lucas. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Victor and Maggie walk down the 7th floor hallway. Victor thanks Maggie for coming with him to see Greta. Maggie says she loves him and wants to be there for him. She knows this is hard for him. Victor looks into ICU #3 and sees Frankie still lying by a comatose Greta. Victor is nearly overcome with emotion and then stops himself. Maggie tells him to let it out if he has to. Victor shakes his head, saying that's not what Victor Kiriakis does. Maggie appreciates his being strong but advises it might be better if he lets out all his emotions. Victor smiles and assures he is fine. Maggie and Victor enter the room and ask Frankie how Greta is. Frankie says there is still no change and Rich thinks if her condition stays that way they will have to send her to a place where she can get around the clock care. Victor hopes it doesn't come to that but, if it does, he will see to it she gets the very best care. Victor walks over to Greta and takes her hand, telling her he will do everything he can to bring her back to them. Just then, Greta's monitors go off. Victor looks up and sees that has flatlined. Frankie races out to get a doctor as Maggie comforts Victor, who begs Greta not to do this and to fight for her life. HOSPITAL IN TUSCANY, ITALY Hope is looking in at Steve outside his cubicle when Tony returns, saying he booked a flight back to Salem. They should be home by morning. Hope is silent as she continues to look in at Steve, who seems to be asleep. Tony asks Hope if she is ok. Hope's finally notices Tony is there and nods, saying she is grateful that they are all alright. She is happy to be going home. Tony says he understands as she probably misses her family but admits he wonders if there is another reason why she is so eager to go home. Hope asks what that means. Tony tells Hope he is aware of her past with Steve. He says he overheard alot of things over the years, especially his years in captivity. Hope asks how much he knows. Tony says only that Steve was imprisoned with Hope as someone to keep an eye on her. He was instructed to be a guard and, in return, he would be given info about his past but it seems that all changed when he first saw her. Hope asks what happened. Tony says all he knows is that Steve bonded with her and became her knight in shining armor in a sense. Tony adds that he was going to mention all this before but he wasn't sure it was the right time. He had a feeling that is what Steve and her were looking into on this trip and promises he will help them get whatever answers they need. Hope thanks him and then asks what he meant before when he thought she had another reason for wanting to go home. Tony says he meant that he has noticed Steve and Hope getting quite close while on this trip. He noticed it when he first showed up and met them at Maison Blanche and noticed it here in Italy, especially in the pit. Tony: I understand you two have always been close friends, Hope, but... Hope: What are you getting at? Tony: That looked like more then friendship, Hope. You acted as if you couldn't live without him. The way you looked at him in the pit and when I brought you two up...the way you are looking at him now and the way you embraced him earlier... Hope: I care about him. He's a friend. He's my brother-in-law! Tony: Perhaps I have overstepped my bounds. I apologize. It was none of my business. Hope: It's ok, Tony. I think we are all exhausted. We've been through alot. It's a wonder any of us know what we are saying. Just know that there is nothing but close friendship between me and Steve. That's it. Tony: Of course. Again, I'm sorry. Hope: Apology accepted. Tony: Well, I have to go make sure those guards aren't tailing us yet. I'll be back soon to get you and Steve. Hope: Ok. As Tony leaves, he looks back at Hope, who is now looking in at Steve again. Tony: Sometimes the past doesn't stay there, Hope. Feelings are always there. They never go away. Tony walks off as he sees Hope still looking in at Steve. The scene then fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... GRETA FIGHTS FOR HER LIFE

September 2007 and Total 2007 Episode Counts ALFONSO CONTINUES TO DOMINATE YEAR WHILE RECKELL LEADS SEPTEMBER!!! TOTAL EPISODE COUNTS FOR 2007 (through 9/30/07) 1.) Kristian Alfonso (Hope Williams Brady)-116 2.) Drake Hogestyn (Roman Brady)-112 3.) Peter Reckell (Bo Brady)-108 *Bryan Dattilo (Lucas Horton)-108 5.) John Aniston (Victor Kiriakis)-99 6.) Peggy McCay (Caroline Brady)-97 7.) Mary Beth Evans (Dr. Kayla Brady Johnson)-96 *Alison Sweeney (Samantha Brady)-96 9.) Billy Warlock (Frankie Brady)-93 10.) Suzanne Rogers (Maggie Horton)- 93 11.) Matthew Ashford (Jack Deveraux)-90 *Deidre Hall (Marlena Evans)-90 13.) Christie Clark (Carrie Brady)-89-last aired on 8/28/07 *Julie Pinson (Billie Reed)-89 *Martha Madison (Belle Brady Kiriakis)-89 16.) Charles Shaughnessy (Shane Donovan)-87-last aired on 8/22/07 *Lauren Koslow (Kate Roberts)-87 18.) James Reynolds (Abe Carver)-83 *Julianne Morris (Greta von Amburg)-83 20.) Arianne Zuker (Nicole Walker Brady)-81 *Stephen Nichols (Steve “Patch” Johnson)-81 22.) Jeremy Sumpter (Will Horton)-79 23.) Darin Brooks (Max Brady)-75 24.) Susan Seaforth Hayes (Julie Williams)-74 25.) Ashley Benson (Abby Deveraux)-68 26.) Patrick Muldoon (Austin Reed)-67-last aired on 7/9/07 27.) Josh Taylor (Cal Winters)-63-last aired on 8/29/07 *Terri Garber (Dr. Katherine Harcourt)-63-last aired on 8/29/07 29.) Jensen Ackles (Eric Brady)-62-last aired on 7/4/07 *Alexis Thorpe (Cassie Dimera)-62 31.) Bill Hayes (Doug Williams)-61 32.) Joseph Mascolo (Stefano Dimera)-59 33.) Francis Reid (Alice Horton)-57 34.) Rachel Melvin (Chelsea Brady)-54-last aired on 8/24/07 35.) Tanya Boyd (Celeste Perrault)-53 *Jay Kenneth Johnson (Philip Kiriakis)-53 37.) Patsy Pease (Kimberly Brady)-52-last aired on 8/22/07 *Renee Jones (Dr. Lexie Carver)-52 *Lorenzo Caccialanza (Nico)-52 40.) Roscoe Born (James McCluer)-48-last aired on 7/10/07 41.) Thaoo Penghlis (Tony Dimera)-46 42.) Paul Kersey (Alan Harris)-45-last aired on 7/4/07 *Peter Bergman (Forrest Alamain)-45 44.) LeAnn Hunley (Anna Fredericks)-39 45.) Amelia Marshall (Dr. Barbara Harris)-21 46.) Shayna Rose (Stephanie Johnson)-19 *George Delhoyo (Orpheus)-19 48.) Charles Cioffi (Ernesto Toscano)-18-last aired on 7/10/07 49.) Michael Trucco (James McCluer Jr)-17=Last aired on 2/26/07 (brief appearance on 7/10/07) *Hayden Panettiere (Angelica "Angel" McClure)-17 =Last aired on 2/26/07 (brief appearance on 7/10/07) 51.) Arloa Reton (Joelle Young)-16 52.) Dalton James (Dr. Rich Glancy)-15 *Joshua and Jacob Rips (John Thomas "JT" Brady)-15 54.) Sharon Wyatt (Renee McCluer)-13 =Last aired on 2/26/07(brief appearance on 7/10/07) *Zachary Knighton (Jonathan McCluer)-13 =Last aired on 2/26/07 (brief appearance on 7/10/07) 56.) Ron Leath (Henderson)-12 57.) Ava and Olivia White (Claire Kiriakis)-10 *Finola Hughes (Elizabeth Dawson)-10 59.) Billy Ray Cyrus (Jed Montana)-8=Last aired on 5/2/07 *Christian Bale (Alexander Dawson)-8 61.) Roark Critchlow (Mike Horton)-7=Last aired on 4/6/07,returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Martha Bryne (Jean Parker)-7 *Elizabeth Hendrickson (Alyson Parker)-7 *Famke Janssen (Miranda Grey)-7 65.) James Lancaster (Fr. Timothy Jansen)-6 *Jed Allen (Don Craig)-6=Last aired on 4/6/07, returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Kale Browne (Bill Horton)-6=Last aired on 4/6/07,returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Kavi Faquir (Theo Carver)-6 *Hector Elizondo (Byron)-6-last aired on 9/17/07 70.)Kyle Lowder (Jonathan Brady)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Nadia Bjorlin (Chloe Brady)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Larry Hagman (Frank Evans)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Barbara Eden (Martha Evans)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Michelle Williams (Jeannie Donovan)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Tom Welling (Andrew Donovan)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 *Eric Winter (Rex Dimera)-5-returned 8/8/07-8/14/07 77.) Martina McBride (Nora Montana)-4-Last aired on 5/2/07 *Denise Masino (Angelica Steel)-4-last aired on 8/29/07 79.) Jaime Lyn Bauer (Laura Horton)-3-Last aired on 4/9/07 *Patrick Duffy (Bobby Ewing)-3 (Recurring guest star) *Jake and Nick Ravo (Jack Deveraux Jr.)-3 *Richard Steinmetz (Dr. Hector Dobbs)-3 83.) David Tom (Jeremy Horton)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Lisa Trusel (Melissa Anderson)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Pamela Roylance (Sandy Horton)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Alli Brown (Sarah Horton)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Jean Bruce Scott (Jessica Blake Fallon)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Scott Palmer (Joshua Fallon)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Stephen Schnetzer (Steven Olsen)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Justin Hartley (Spencer Olsen)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Michael Leon (Pete Jannings)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Larry Bryggman (Tommy Horton)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Blake Berris (Nick Fallon)-2-Last aired on 4/6/07 *Franc Ross (Rev. Frank Stewart)-2-last aired on 5/2/07 *Marcia Clark (Judge Karen Fitzpatrick)-2 *Kristina Wagner (DA Patricia Cromwell)-2 *Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson (Lincoln Bane)-2 *Mark Wahlberg (Michael Stone) -2 99.) Wayne Northrup (Mystery Man)-1 *Jake T. Austin (Joey Young)-1 *Kathryn Joosten (Elma Young)-1 SEPTEMBER (19 EPISODES) 1.) Peter Reckell (Bo Brady)-14 2.) Joseph Mascolo (Stefano Dimera)-12 *Deidre Hall (Marlena Evans)-12 4.) Kristian Alfonso (Hope Williams Brady)-11 *Martha Madison (Belle Brady Kiriakis)-11 *Stephen Nichols (Steve “Patch” Johnson)-11 *Thaoo Penghlis (Tony Dimera)-11 8.) Alexis Thorpe (Cassie Dimera)-10 9.) Suzanne Rogers (Maggie Horton)-9 *Drake Hogestyn (Roman Brady)-9 *Bryan Dattilo (Lucas Roberts)-9 *Arloa Reton (Joelle Young)-9 13.) John Aniston (Victor Kiriakis)-8 *Mary Beth Evans (Dr. Kayla Brady Johnson)-8 *Billy Warlock (Frankie Brady)-8 16.) Peggy McCay (Caroline Brady)-7 *James Reynolds (Abe Carver)-7 *Peter Bergman (Forrest Alamain)-7 *Arianne Zuker (Nicole Walker Brady)-7 *Martha Bryne (Jean Parker)-7 *Elizabeth Hendrickson (Alyson Parker)-7 22.) Matthew Ashford (Jack Deveraux)-6 *Julie Pinson (Billie Reed)-6 *Ashley Benson (Abby Deveraux)-6 *Darin Brooks (Max Brady)-6 *Julianne Morris (Greta von Amburg)-6 *Jeremy Sumpter (Will Roberts)-6 *LeAnn Hunley (Anna Fredericks)-6 *Lorenzo Caccialanza (Nico)-6 *Shayna Rose (Stephanie Johnson)-6 31.) Renee Jones (Dr. Lexie Carver)-5 *Tanya Boyd (Celeste Perrault)-5 *Finola Hughes (Elizabeth Dawson)-5 34.) Alison Sweeney (Samantha Brady)-4 *George Delhoyo (Orpheus)-4 *Amelia Marshall (Dr. Barbara Harris)-4 *Hector Elizondo (Byron)-4-last aired on 9/17/07 38.) Lauren Koslow (Kate Roberts)-3 *Famke Janssen (Miranda Grey)-3 *Christian Bale (Alexander Dawson)-3 *Richard Steinmetz (Dr. Hector Dobbs)-3 42.) Jay Kenneth Johnson (Philip Kiriakis)-2 *Mark Wahlberg (Michael Stone)-2 44.) Francis Reid (Alice Horton)-1 *Bill Hayes (Doug Williams)-1 *Susan Seaforth Hayes (Julie Williams)-1 *Jake and Nick Ravo (Jack Deveraux Jr.)-1 *Kavi Faquir (Theo Carver)-1 *Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson (Lincoln Bane)-1 *Jake T. Austin (Joey Young)-1 *Kathryn Joosten (Elma Young)-1 CONTRACT AND RECURRING ACTORS AND ACTRESSES NOT APPEARING THIS MONTH: Ava and Olivia White (Claire Kiriakis) James Lancaster (Fr. Timothy Jansen) Ron Leath (Henderson) Joshua and Jacob Rips (John Thomas "JT" Brady) Dalton James (Dr. Rich Glancy) Patrick Duffy (Bobby Ewing) Marcia Clark (Judge Karen Fitzpatrick) Kristina Wagner (DA Patricia Cromwell)

OCTOBER 2, 2007: EPISODE #341: OF HEART AND MIND KIRIAKIS MANSION Victor walks out into the garden as Maggie works. She is silent, knowing that he is standing there but refusing to acknowledge him. Victor stands back and looks at Maggie, then sighs deeply as he asks to speak with her for a moment. She still says nothing, continuing to work in the garden. Victor says he’s sorry for how he talked to her. Maggie still says nothing. Victor then says this relationship thing is kinda new to him and that he’s been out of practice for a long time. Maggie is silent. He then looks off in the distance as he says he will cook dinner himself and serve her breakfast in bed if she will just at least say something to him. Maggie stops, turns, looks at Victor and says......... Maggie: I like my eggs scrambled. She then turns back around and Victor does not see her smiling and trying her best not to laugh. Victor beats her to it, starting to laugh himself at the situation. He then walks over to her as she stands up and they gently kiss as she reminds him she will hold him to his promise. Victor says he intends to do exactly what he said and then turns to tell Nico to have the kitchen prepared. And.......for Nico to have the fire department on standby. Nico smiles as he heads back to the main house as Maggie and Victor go to sit down. Maggie tells Victor that with everything that is going on, maybe it’s time for something positive to happen. She wants to re-open the Salem Club and has gotten some financial backing from Max Brady, in exchange for a reasonable ownership percentage. She also wants to use some of the money that Mickey left her. Victor says that it is a wonderful idea. He also has been thinking of doing something for the Brady's, like building a hospital wing in Sami and Eric’s honor. Maggie says that would be a kind and wonderful gesture towards the family right now. She then says that she promises that she will keep her nose out of his business. Victor asks if she had to make the same promises to Mickey. She smiles, saying that yes, she had to bend every now and then with Mickey. But, he was such a good man that they never stayed mad at each other for long. She then looks at Victor, asking if he feels like he’s being compared to him. Victor tells her it would be silly for him to ask or demand that she stop thinking or even caring about Mickey. She had a long, wonderful life with him. He wants her to always remember her time with him while making a place in her heart for him as well. She says she already has and leans in to kiss him once again. Nico then interrupts them, saying that the kitchen is ready. Victor stands up and excuses himself, saying that when the fire alarm goes off, for Maggie to please run for her life. Victor leaves and Maggie looks towards the heavens, saying........ Maggie: He’s a good man, Mickey. He makes me miss you just a little less. Maggie wipes tears from her eyes as she returns to her garden. STEFANO'S PENTHOUSE Stefano sits with Lincoln and devises a strategy against Orpheus as they play chess. He tells Lincoln this man is a thorn in his side. A very annoying thorn. And it is time that he be dealt with. Lincoln makes a move, saying that Stefano needs to remember.........Orpheus is someone who will take no prisoners. Stefano tells Lincoln that he shouldn’t remind him of anything. Stefano makes another move on the chessboard as he tells Lincoln that there isn’t a man walking the Earth who he has underestimated. Not Victor, not Roman Brady..........and definitely not Orpheus. Stefano can’t believe that Orpheus would even do battle with him and Victor but.........the young always takes the place of the old. Lincoln asks what that means. Stefano says that he is getting too old to continue fighting battles. He is starting to think he’s wasted a great deal of his life going after these, these.........common people, when he could have been married with a large and loving family. But, he says,..........it was not meant to be. He was meant to spend his life doing battle. And that is how he will be......until that final day, when they are throwing dirt on his grave. Lincoln says not for a long time and then Stefano laughs, saying never to put a time table on fate. At that moment, one of Stefano’s men walks in, telling him that his informant just got in contact and told him that the time is approaching. Stefano says..... Stefano: Good, good. (looking at his henchman) Thank you for this news. Now.......go and prepare the things that we talked about. And also, tell my operative to stay in place until I give the order. The henchman understands and leaves the room with Stefano telling Lincoln...... Stefano: Well, my friend..........Orpheus is about to curse the day he crossed me. Lincoln: Sounds like this is going to be one hell of a fall season. Stefano: Yes it will, Lincoln. And the one who may have the biggest fall....... Is Orpheus himself. Stefano laughs as he walks over and pats Lincoln on the back and then the scene fades to...... JOELLE'S APARTMENT Joelle sits on the edge of her bed. She picks up her cell phone and calls to check on her mother at the hospital. She is told that she is fine and then calls to check on Joey, who is doing fine as well. Joelle puts more drugs into Lucas' drink. Lucas wakes up as she is putting the pills away and asks why he is laying naked in her bed. Joelle smiles and says isn't it obvious. As Lucas asks for some coffee to drink, Joelle smiles and hands him the very same cup she just got through drugging. Lucas drinks the coffee but Joelle, not realizing all the drugs he has in his system along with the little amount of alcohol he had by mistake, sees that Lucas is starting to have a reaction to the coffee. After a few moments, Lucas drops the cup on the floor, falls backwards into the bed, and starts to convulse. Joelle calls out his name as he loses consciousness and passes out. Joelle starts to panic as she shakes him and begs Lucas to wake up. The scene the fades from an unconscious Lucas......... SAMI AND LUCAS' APARTMENT Will walks in. He turns on the lights and sets his keys down, calling out for his dad. As he walks through the apartment, he stops at the lamp on the end table when he hears a voice coming from behind him. Alan’s voice. Will turns around quickly and sees that in the darkened room, there is no one there. But, the voice continues to call out to him and laughs evilly as Will gets more and more frightened. Will runs to the kitchen and gets a butcher knife from the cabinet, telling the voice to stop. The voice continues as Will backs up against his bedroom door and he then closes his eyes shut, praying that his mother were still alive to protect him. Tears stream down his face as the voice gets louder and louder..... And then suddenly stops, leaving a terrified Will sitting on the floor and clutching the butcher knife in his hands, crying his eyes out. unaware that someone is watching from the fire escape outside. That scene dissolves into........ MARLENA AND ROMAN'S HOUSE Marlena walks into the living room from the kitchen. She sits her dinner plate down as Roman walks in the front door. He walks over to her, places his keys on the table, and ask how’s she’s doing. Marlena calmly asks Roman does he really want to know. Right after Roman says yes or he wouldn’t have asked..........Marlena gets up, walks across the room right up to Roman and slaps him hard across his face, making him take a step back. Roman looks shocked at Marlena, demanding to know..... Roman: What the !@#$%^&*] was that for?! Marlena: You should know what the !@#$%^&*] that was for, HONEY!!! I’m going through hell with these sessions I’m in. I need your help.......and you’re off playing what the hell ever with who knows what. That is very selfish........and very cruel and I’m sick of it. Roman: Marlena, look. You just......you just don’t understand what I’m carrying inside me right now. Marlena: OH! I DON’T?! SO......I GUESS I HAVEN’T LOST TWO CHILDREN THIS YEAR, HUH?! ONLY YOU HAVE, IS THAT WHAT YOU’RE TELLING ME?! Roman: No. It came out all wrong, Doc. Listen..... Marlena: Oh, now I’m Doc. Not Marlena. This family is going through the worst kind of hell and when we turn to you and each other,......no one’s there. I’m off trying my damnedest not to go COMPLETELY insane.......and you’re off fighting your own personal war against Stefano and Orpheus. Roman: Then maybe I need to give you some space then. Maybe I need to get out of here for a while and let Belle move in here with you. That way, you’re safe and we can think about where this needs to go. Marlena: I know where it needs to go. You need to come home.........NOW! And get your head out of your [!@#$%^&*] ass, acting like you are the only one that lost something. I know you blame yourself and I wish to GOD ALMIGHTY that you wouldn’t......but you can’t pull away from me now. We need each other too [!@#$%^&*] much. Roman: Well, maybe. But........I just can’t make that commitment for us until Stefano and Orpheus are dealt with. After a moment, Marlena takes one step closer to Roman and tells him...... Marlena: Then go. Pack your [!@#$%^&*].......and GET THE !@#$%^&*] OUT!!!!! I’VE HAD IT WITH YOU!!! If you can’t realize how much I love you and how much we all need you right now......then get out of here..... AND DON’T COME BACK UNTIL YOU DO REALIZE IT!!!!!! Marlena storms upstairs and slams the bedroom door so hard the sound resonates down the block. Roman stands there........silent. And then, after a few moments, he looks upstairs, goes over, picks up his keys, walks to the front door, looks around, turns off the living room light........ And walks out the door. He closes the door behind him and the scene freeze frames on his saddened face as it slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... TONY CALLS HOPE OUT ON HER FEELINGS FOR STEVE!!! PROMO FOR WK OF 10/1/07 ANNOUNCER: TONY'S SEARCH FOR THE TRUTH... Clip of Tony reading Daphne's note to him. Tony: Mother had another child... REACHES A TURNING POINT...WHILE HOPE REACHES A TURNING POINT OF HER OWN... Clip of Hope performing CPR on Steve. Hope: Don't you die on me!! Clip of Tony and Hope at the hospital. Tony to Hope: That looked like more then friendship, Hope. You acted as if you couldn't live without him. Hope looks Tony an then turns and looks in at Steve in his cubicle as a look of confusion overcomes her face. THEN... Clip of Jack, Billie, Alex, and Elizabeth at the hospital. THE RESULTS ARE IN... Billie to Jack: Time to find out if you have another son... IS ALEX JACK'S SON? Jack: Ok, give it to me. Tell me if I'm Alex's father. PLUS... IT'S COMING........ TO SALEM.......... THIS HALLOWEEN. DON'T MISS IT!!

OCTOBER 1, 2007: EPISODE # 340: WHAT LIES BENEATH PART 2 DIMERA FAMILY HOME (TUSCANY, ITALY) Tony is still stunned after learning that Daphne had another child with Stefano. He is even more stunned that he is has to seek out his ex-wife, Liz Curtis, to learn the identity of the child and to fill in the rest of the blanks. Just then, the guard Tony knocked unconscious begins to slam on the door, along with another guard. Tony realizes he has to get out of there and that he has to reach Steve and Hope. He just hopes he isn't too late to save them from the gas. Tony goes over to the bedroom window and realizes it's the only way out. He pockets the two pieces of paper he found in the painting and climbs out the window. Meanwhile, Hope and Steve continue to lay in each other's arms. Hope struggles to stay awake and looks over at the pipe. She sees that the pieces of her blouse she tore off aren't working and the gas is filtering in quickly. She gets up and struggles to stay on her feet as she walks toward the pipe. She tries to position the fabric better in the pipe but realizes there is nothing she can do to stop the gas. She covers her mouth and goes back to Steve. She taps him gently on the shoulder and tells him that it's not looking good. Hope then notices that he doesn't seem to be breathing. She recalls that he breathed in alot more gas then her when it first started filtering in. She calls out his name repeatedly while also shaking him desperately, trying to wake him up. He doesn't stir and, as she checks his pulse, she realizes she has to do CPR. She gets dizzy and nearly passes out but recovers. She begins compressions and yells out to Steve: Hope: Don't you leave me like this! You hear me!! I can't lose you! I can't!! Hope continues CPR as the scene shifts to... UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Marlena continues to break down in Barbara's arms, saying it's all her fault. Marlena (crying hysterically): I should've died that day!! Not my sister!! My poor sister!! My poor family!! All I bring is pain and and suffering to them!! I don't deserve them!! I don't deserve to be loved!! Barbara tells Marlena to relax and then decides she needs to bring her out of her hypnotic state. She tells Marlena to awaken when she counts to ten. She counts to ten and tells Marlena stirs. She stares at Barbara and asks what happened. Barbara fills her in, saying she took her through the events of the past year and all the guilt she feels over traumatic events she experienced that she feels led to pain and heartache for her family. Marlena asks Barbara what her professional opinion is. Barbara tells Marlena that she needs to realize that all the kidnappings and mind control incidents were not her fault and needs to move past them. She tells Marlena she also needs to forgive herself for Sam's death as that is the one traumatic event that seems to have started it all in her mind and seems to be where most of her guilt is stemming from. Barbara adds that she believes that is why Sam was the dominant personality when Marlena was stricken by her disorder. She tells Marlena she needs to forgive herself and move past all these traumatic events, especially Sam's death, or else she may never truly recover. Marlena contemplates Barbara's words as the scene shifts to... SALEM INN Forrest insists Sylvia has nothing to do with the mission and orders Miranda to keep her out of this. Miranda demands assurance that Forrest won't compromise the mission. Forrest assures he won't and that he is in this to complete the mission at hand. There is no other reason. Miranda still doesn't seem to buy it and says she will let it go on this day but will be watching him. She tells him she needs to go but she will keep in touch and warns him to keep his focus. She also tells him that if he feels he can't do this without looking at Abby and seeing Sylvia, then he needs to let her know so he can back out and they can find someone else. She will not let the mission become a failure because he still hasn't gotten over losing Sylvia. Forrest says he understands and that Miranda has nothing to worry about. Miranda coldly stares at him before saying she hopes he is right and then leaving the room. After she leaves, the phone rings. A frustrated Forrest wonders who else is going to try to ruin his day. He answers the phone in an huff and quickly realizes it's Abby and apologizes. Abby asks if everything is ok. Forrest says he is fine. He just needs some rest before leaving on the trip. Abby senses some upset in his voice and asks if he is sure he is alright. Forrest's frustration boils over as he lashes out at Abby, saying he is fine and just needs her to back off. A stunned Abby says she will leave him alone but is stopped before she can finish her sentence as Forrest apologizes. Forrest tells Abby he is just nervous about the trip and for her recovery. He wants her to be well and he also admits being a bit tired and having a headache. Abby says she understands and is sorry to have bothered him. Forrest tells her she was fine. She just caught him at a bad time. Abby smiles and tells him she had never heard him like that and it took her by surprise. Forrest tells her he is not usually like that. Abby tells him it's over and done with and that she looks forward to tomorrow. She was just calling to see when he was picking her up. Forrest tells her around 7:30AM since their flight is at 10:00AM. Abby says ok and that she will see him tomorrow. She orders him to get some rest and to feel better. Forrest thanks her before they both say goodnight and hang up. After hanging up, Abby wonders if there was more to Forrest lashing out at her then what he said. She then thinks she is over analyzing and returns to packing her things. Meanwhile, Forrest sits on the couch of his suite and looks at the picture in his wallet yet again, saying with tears in his eyes: Forrest: My, sweet Sylvia. Oh, how I miss you. I love you so much...so much (a tear steams down his face)... Forrest wipes his eyes with his handkerchief and continues to be fixated by the picture as the scene shifts to... UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Marlena admits to Barbara she isn't sure she can do all that. Barbara tells her it's the only way. There isn't much else she can do. The majority of it is up to Marlena know. She tells Marlena to do as she said and to continue to take her medication. She also wants to schedule another session. Marlena tells Barbara she will call her with a date and time. Barbara says she will hold her to that and tells her to make sure she remembers. Marlena promises and thanks Barbara for everything. Barbara smiles and embraces her, telling her to remember what she said and to try to relax and take care of herself. Marlena nods and says goodbye to Barbara. Barbara tells her the same as Marlena slowly leaves her office. Once outside Barbara's office, Marlena wipes tears from eyes and says: Marlena: I don't think I can do what you said, Barbara. I'm not sure I'm even ready or if I will ever be ready. Marlena then tries to collect herself and walks off as the scene shifts to... DIMERA FAMILY HOME (TUSCANY, ITALY) Tony climbs through another window on the lower level of the house and is now back inside. He looks out for any guards and can hear footsteps above him, which makes him realize he must hurry. He races down a long hallway, praying he isn't too late. Meanwhile, in the pit, Hope continues CPR and gets woozy, nearly falling backwards. Hope realizes she is becoming overcome with the gas and it's starting to affect her despite her covering her mouth with fabric from her blouse and pipe with fabric. It's no longer working and they are running out of time. Hope;s eyes fill with tears as she realizes Steve still doesn't have a pulse. She continues with CPR and then begins to lose hope. She breaks down in tears and pounds on Steve's chest with her fists, saying: Hope: No!! You can't do this to me!! Your not allowed to!! You said we were in this together, damnit!! Come on...don't do this!! Damnit!! Someone please help!! Help!! Just then, Hope hears Tony screaming her and Steve's names and calls out to him. The door is locked and Tony can't seem to get in so he searches for something to bust through the door. He races up and down a hallway until he opens a closet and finds a rusty old crowbar. Tony uses it and busts open the door. He then looks into the pit and apologizes that it took him so long. He asks if Steve is ok. Hope says he inhaled alot more gas and isn't waking up or breathing. She tells Tony to find a rope because they need to get out of there and into fresh air fast. Tony searches around him and then races back out into the hallway as a desperate Hope tells him to hurry. Hope bends down and puts her face closer to Steve's, begging him to hang in there. After a few moments, Tony returns with a bed sheet and some curtains and throws them down, asking Hope if they can combine them and make them long enough. She thinks they can and begins to tie them together. Tony tells her to tie the makeshift rope around Steve and he will pull him up. Hope just hopes the fabric is tough enough. Tony tells her they have no choice. After Hope has tied the bed sheet and curtains together, she ties the makeshift rope around Steve and makes sure it's tight. She tells Tony to pull him up and to hurry. Tony pulls him and, after a short struggle, manages to pull him up. Tony then sends the "rope" down to Hope and pulls her up with successfully with little struggling. Hope and Tony both kneel down by Steve and realize he is still not breathing. Hope asks Tony to help her with CPR. After a few minutes, Tony stops. Hope tells him he can't stop. Tony shakes his head as a tearful Hope says she isn't stopping. She isn't giving up on him. She won't give up on him. Tony notices the growing bond between Steve and Hope and Hope's desperation to keep him alive and for him not to leave her. Hope begs Steve not to leave her and to fight to come back to her and to all the people who love him and need him. Tony tells Hope it's no use. Just then, Steve begins to stir and smiles, saying: Steve (coughs and looks at Hope): Hey...what's all...(coughs)...the hoopla... Hope: Oh, thank God!! (embraces Steve) I don't know what I would've done if I lost you! Tony watches as Steve and Hope embrace each other, noticing the bond once again and saying to himself that they were always close but never like that. Tony then hears footsteps getting closer and tells Steve and Hope they have to get out of there now. Hope gets dizzy and Tony catches her. Tony tells her they need to get out to fresh air and need to leave the house now as the guards are closing in. Hope agrees. Hope and Tony both help Steve up and help him walk out of the room as the scene fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... MARLENA LASHES OUT AT ROMAN!!!

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2007 EDITION THE WRITER'S CORNER THIS WEEK MARKS THE THIRD EDITION OF THE WEEKLY SL INSIDER FEATURE, "THE WRITER'S CORNER." EACH WEEK I, TIM LOWERY (BETTER KNOWN AS PHOENIXRISING05), AND MY FELLOW SALEM LIVES HEAD WRITER, PATRICK L. EWING (BETTER KNOWN AS ROMAN), WILL TAKE TIME OUT TO ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM READERS AND ANYONE ELSE THAT DECIDES TO CHECK OUR FAN FICTION BLOG OUT. WE WILL TAKE TURNS ANSWERING QUESTIONS EACH WEEK. THESE QUESTIONS CAN BE QUESTIONS ABOUT CASTING, WRITING, PAST STORIES, CURRENT STORIES, OR WHATEVER COMES TO MIND REALLY PERTAINING TO SALEM LIVES. PLEASE REMEMBER TO PM US QUESTIONS DURING THE WEEK FOR US TO ANSWER AND ALSO REMEMBER YOU CAN POST QUESTIONS VIA COMMENTING HERE IN THE BLOG. IF WE RECEIVE NO QUESTIONS, ROMAN AND I WILL JUST ANSWER QUESTIONS BASED ON REACTIONS TO EPISODES AND DISCUSSIONS WE HAVE HAD WITH OTHERS. SO, WITHOUT FURTHER ADIEU, HERE WE GO: THIS WEEK'S WRITER IN THE HOT SHEET: TIM LOWERY (PHOENIXRISING05) 1.) What is the deal with this Midwestern rapist/killer? This criminal has been mentioned quite a bit of late. Will it be part of a story coming up? Tim Lowery: It's already part of a story but you won't get anymore out of me then that (laughs). Just keep reading and you will see what I mean. 2.) Are we going to see Marlena getting a visit from her sister, Samantha? Tim Lowery: No. There will be no ghosts. We don't do that. You will see Marlena coming to terms with Sam's death and so many of the other traumatic events in her life. There won't be any supernatural tilts to this at all. 3.) It's great to see Sami back but when will she be escaping and coming home? Tim Lowery: Can't say. This isn't Spoilers R Us (laughs). All I can say is keep reading because there are some big twists in her story coming. 4.) What is the deal with Steve and Hope? I get that they bonded while at Maison Blanche together but are they going to be a couple? Tim Lowery: Wait and see. We will be exploring their past in detail but, as to what will happen in the present, there are big things coming and we hope everyone will be pleased. 5.) I love the new format. Will there be any other new features and how do you come up with those episode titles? Will they continue? Tim Lowery: There will be other features. We recently started using location pictures again and there may be more style changes. We are glad you like the changes thus far. It's just a way of making it easier to read. The episode names are usually reflective of an episodes theme or something big that happens in the episode. They will continue for as long as we can come up with them. We think they add a nice feel to the episodes. Very prime time-like. WELL, THAT IS ALL FOR NEXT WEEK. REMEMBER TO PM QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED IN THE WRITER'S CORNER TO ME OR ROMAN BY NEXT FRIDAY AT 8PM EST. ALSO, YOU MAY POST QUESTIONS HERE IN THE BLOG BY COMMENTING. JUST DO IT BEFORE FRIDAY AT 8PM. THANKS AND WE'LL SEE YOU NEXT WEEK IN THE WRITER'S CORNER WHERE ROMAN WILL BE ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS. UNTIL NEXT TIME!!! SL SHOCKER: GLORIA LORING RETURNS!! SALEM LIVES fans got the shock of their lives in Friday's episode when Tony learned that another Dimera child is out there...and that his ex-wife, Liz Curtis, can give him the rest of the answers he seeks. Yep, folks, that's right. Gloria Loring is returning to the role of Liz Curtis after more than a 20 year absence. The actress, who last appeared in 1986 when Liz left Salem to do a movie, will return for a limited run in October. "We are so happy to have her returning," enthuses EP/HW Tim Lowery. "We couldn't do this story the right way without her. She is a wonderful talent and our fans love when we use history and bring characters from the past back into the fold. It's great because she is very involved and has a big purpose in this huge story we are doing. It's not just a cameo and it may lead to more appearance by her." As for a possible Neil Curtis appearance, Lowery is mum. "Anything is possible and we do have some irons in the fire," says Lowery. "I can't say anymore then that. Just keep tuning in to find out." Expect Loring to first air in mid-October. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: UPCOMING EVENTS THERE WILL ANOTHER SL CHAT ON TUESDAY OCTOBER 9 AT 9:00PM EST. PLEASE PM ME OR ROMAN TO LET US KNOW YOUR COMING AND ALSO PM US YOUR AIM SCREENNAME SO WE CAN INVITE YOU IN WHEN THE CHAT BEGINS. YOU CAN ALSO LEAVE A COMMENT HERE IN THE BLOG, IF YOU WISH TO DO SO. JUST LET US KNOW EITHER WAY. RSVP BY MONDAY OCTOBER 8 AT 8:00 PM EST SO WE KNOW WHO IS COMING. LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THERE!!! ALL ARE WELCOME!! ALSO, ANOTHER BIG EVENT TEASER: It's Coming........ To Salem.......... This Halloween. DON'T MISS IT!! COMINGS AND GOINGS COMING Gloria Loring (Liz Curtis): The actress is back for a limited run and will begin airing in mid-October. See above for more. PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WK OF 10/1/07 -Steve And Hope Battle For Survival. -Stefano Makes Plans To Strike His Next Target. -As Sami Watches, Lucas Fights For His Life. -Victor And Frankie Keep Vigil Over Greta. -Orpheus Seizes Another Victim. HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK: TUESDAY OCTOBER 2, 2007 Marlena Has Had Enough! Can Roman Save His Marriage? Or.......Does He Want To?! NEXT WEEK: Elizabeth Moves In On Jack. Bo Makes A Deadly Discovery. Billie Fights For Her Man. Lucas Demands Answers!

SEPTEMBER 28, 2007: EPISODE # 339: WHAT LIES BENEATH SALEM INN Forrest sits in his hotel suite alone, drinking a glass of wine. He raises the glass in the air and offers a toast to himself for managing to stay on track with his mission, even with Jack being back in Salem. He goes to put his wine glass on the end table and realizes he has yet to put his wallet away. As he reaches for it, it accidentally falls out of his hand and to the ground, leaving it opened up face down. Forrest picks it up and turns it over and the color in his face drains as he stares at something in the wallet. He is clearly fixated on something and tears begin to well up in his eyes as there is a knock at the door. Forrest wipes the tears from his eyes and goes to open the door. Upon opening it, Forrest says: Forrest: What do you want? It's not a good time. Miranda then walks in and asks: Miranda: Why? Are you thinking about her again? I am beginning to wonder about your competency, Forrest? If you can't complete this mission, then I will find someone who will. Lives are at stake, damnit!! Forrest coldly looks at Miranda and then turns his attention back toward looking at the thing he was fixated on prior to Miranda showing up. Meanwhile, a frustrated Miranda looks on. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Marlena's therapy session with Barbara continues as Barbara tries to calm Marlena and assures her it's ok and that she is safe. She then tells Marlena that she will count to ten and, by the time she reaches ten, she will be completely calm. Barbara counts to ten and Marlena obeys the command. Barbara is pleased and tells Marlena that she wants her to revisit the event that followed her return to Salem after she fell into a volcano and was presumed dead. Marlena begins to recall these events in sequence from her return to Salem and reunion with family and friends on Christmas Eve, to her lashing out at Belle and Sami and trying to kill Roman via gun and smothering him with a pillow, to her interactions with James and Orpheus as the MCF, to her being setup by Orpheus and locked in a psych ward for two months, and to her actions on the cruise ship. Marlena also recalls Roman helping her overcome her alters to become in control again as the ship was sinking. Barbara is pleased that Marlena worked through all that calmly and says she wants to go back to the events leading up to her fall into the volcano and to what led to her multiple personality disorder. Barbara helps Marlena go back in time to May 2006 on Morgan Island. Many Salemites are after Alex North (then believed to be Stefano Dimera but later ended up being Wendell) and Marlena is after him as well but is also trying to find her loved ones. Marlena explains that her memory had just returned and her and her family were so close to finally ending their nightmare. Barbara asks Marlena what happened. Marlena explains that Tek, who was a Dimera employee and was working for Ernesto and Andre at the time, found her and reminded her of many of the horrible things that happened in her life. Marlena explains that those events were the trigger put into place by Alex/Stefano to keep her under his control if she ever got her memory back and he was unable to control her. Marlena adds that Tek used her bad memories to brainwash her and that he also placed commands in her head. Her psyche was vulnerable and Tek had learned some techniques while working with the ISA. Marlena explains that her nightmare began that night. One of the suggestions was for Marlena to do Ernesto's bidding and to help "kill" many of the people she loves to bring them to his island. In her mind on the surface, Marlena explains, she was destroying them for revenge but that made no sense. It was just a brainwash command that Tek gave to her for Ernesto and Tek even disguised it with a justification so she couldn't fight it. The justification was she was getting rid of all her loved ones to protect them and that is why she did their bidding without questioning it. She goes on to say that she had been through so much and all that brainwashing on top of past events drove her psyche over the edge. Roman got through to her at the volcano but it wasn't enough. After Ernesto and his people rescued her from the ledge of the volcano, they took her to a mysterious location. Ernesto had teamed with Orpehus and, together, they built on the brainwashing that had already been done by using my feelings of guilt over all the pain I have brought to my loved ones. After weeks of brainwashing and psychological torture, I finally reached a breaking point and I felt like I was splitting up, like I was no longer one. Barbara realizes this must be the point where the alters began to make themselves known. DIMERA FAMILY HOME (TUSCANY, ITALY) Tony is sitting in the living room on the couch as the guard holds him at gunpoint. Tony tells the guard that Steve and Hope need help. The guard says he was ordered to protect the premises and they are intruders. Tony reminds the guard of who he is but the guard says he doesn't care. He isn't Stefano's real son and Stefano gives him his orders and he is just following them. The guard tells Tony he acknowledges him as a Dimera but the big guy signs his paychecks. Tony is determined to get out, regretting helping to put Steve and Hope in the pit and realizing they are running out of time with that gas flowing into the pit. Tony looks behind the guard and pretends to act shocked, saying: Tony: Oh my...they made it!! The guard turns and Tony bashes a antique lamp over his head, rendering the guard unconscious. Tony then steals the guard's gun and races out of the room, determined to get to Steve and Hope. He then hears footsteps and realizes there may be another guard. He enters a room nearby to hide and turns the lights on to see where he is. He looks around, shocked by where he is. Meanwhile, in the pit, Hope begins to regain consciousness and tries to get Steve to wake up. Hope coughs repeatedly and realizes she needs to stop the gas from pumping in. She tears off several pieces of her blouse and plugs up the pipe to the best of her ability. She tells herself she hopes that will buy them some time. She then goes back to reviving Steve. As she shakes him, trying desperately to awaken him, Hope begins to flash back to the past...to a situation all to similar to the one she is in right now... At Maison Blanche. We see Steve's lifeless body thrown into Hope's room. Hope races to him as a guard yells out: Guard: That is what you both get for trying to escape!! Next time, your knight in shining armor will not be so lucky! Hope tends to a bruised and bloody Steve. Hope: Oh my God!! What did they do to you? (begins to cry) You were only trying to help me. Your bleeding....your bruised...I just hope nothing is broken. Hope goes over to her bed and takes her pillowcase off her pillow. She then takes her glass of water and pours it on the pillowcase, hoping it will be enough to help tend to Steve's wounds. She returns to Steve and begins to clean his wounds. She then yells out: Hope: Can we please have some help in here? A first aid kit...anything!! Please!! He needs help!! Guard (from outside): He's not getting any help from me or anyone else. Consider it a lesson for the both of you never to try to escape Maison Blanche again! Hope: Damn you!! (looks down at Steve, wiping tears from her eyes) You have to wake up! Come on (shakes his head). Come on!! Don't do this to me! Without you, I have nothing. Until you arrived, all I had was my thoughts of what was going on outside of this place. Thoughts about who I was and why I was being imprisoned here. I was so empty inside. (crying) No memories...so lonely...and then you came along and...you just made it all better. You gave me someone to talk to. I mean, you understand how I feel. We're both blank slates. We both have no clue who we are. I think that is what connected us. It's remarkable how you and me were able to...connect on so many levels when we're both a couple of lost souls in this world but, I suppose, that is why it happened. We were both lost and maybe it was destiny that we were brought together. All I know is you give me something to wake up to everyday. You make me laugh and bring me so much joy just by listening to me and just by being here. I can't lose you!! WAKE UP!! PLEASE!!! WAKE UP!! Hope grabs on to Steve's shirt, shaking Steve, and begins to cry hysterically. Steve then begins to stir and smiles: Steve: Wow...that was deep, Gina. Hope: Your awake! (embraces Steve) Thank God!! How are you feeling? Steve: How do you think? (laughs) Hope: Sorry. Uh...what hurts the most? Steve: Hard to tell. Hope: Well, I'm doing my best. The guard refused to give me anything else to help. Steve: It's ok. I'll be fine. I just wish I could've kept them at bay long enough for you to get off the grounds. Hope: You did your best but there were just too many. Steve (shakes his head): No, that wasn't it. You came back. I saw you. You were halfway off the grounds and then...you turned back. You should've never turned back. Hope: I had to. I couldn't leave you. They were beating you and...you've done so much for me. Just look at tonight. You were beaten to a pulp trying to help me escape. Steve: You've been here for so long, Gina. You've suffered... Hope: So have you. I know what it's like to be alone here. Locked up in this room, alone in your own thoughts. How I ever stayed sane...I couldn't do that to you. Since you've been here, you've had me and I don't think you realize how much easier that makes it. Having someone with you...not being alone...I couldn't just leave you here like that. Besides, they would've done something to you for helping me escape. Steve: I'm not worried about me. After I overtook the guards and you ran out, you should've just kept going and never looked back. Hope: I couldn't. Even if I wanted to, I don't think I would've been able. I care about you too much to leave you here to suffer like I did for so long. Steve: Don't worry about me. We'll try this again and, this time, just keep going. I don't want you looking back, Gina. Hope: No, I am not leaving you. We're in this together now. If I go, you better be right there beside me. Got it? Back in the present, Hope thinks about what she just remembered about her time with Steve at Maison Blanche and then looks at Steve. Hope (caressing his face): We're in this together. You hear me? You can't leave me and I'm not leaving you. If I go, you better be right beside me. Steve then opens his eyes. Steve: Same goes for you too, Gina. Hope looks at Steve, overjoyed his is awake and shocked by what he just said. SALEM INN Miranda demands an answer from Forrest. Forrest just remains silent. Miranda: This is about, Sylvia, isn't it? It's been years, Forrest. Get over it. Forrest: I can't. Miranda: You signed on for this knowing the situation so don't give me this bull! Forrest remains silent, his eyes filled with tears. An angry Miranda then swipes the wallet from him. Forrest: What the hell?! Miranda: You need to make a choice, Alamain. You either in this to complete the mission or your not. I am not going to let this whole thing fall apart just because you can't get over the so called love of your life's death!! Forrest: I will complete the mission! Miranda: Your too easily distracted. I asked you repeatedly if it was going to bother you and you said it wouldn't. Well, here we are. You are fixated on a picture of your dead girlfriend and... Forrest: Fiancee. She was my fiancee. Miranda: Whatever. I should've known better. I told my superiors there would be a problem. I mean, how could there not be when the person this whole person revolves around looks so similar to your beloved Sylvia! Forrest: Miranda... Miranda: Don't even try to lie to me and tell me it means nothing. I saw the look on your face when you first saw a picture of Abigail Deveraux. You said Sylvia's name and couldn't stop looking at the damn picture! So, do you really expect me to believe that it all of a sudden doesn't matter that Abby could pass for a younger version of your dead lover!! Forrest: THIS MUST STOP!! Miranda: I'm going to ask you only once more, Forrest. Are you in this to complete the mission or because of some sick obsession with Abigail Deveraux? I want an answer and I want it now!! Forrest turns away in anger as a determined and equally angry Miranda looks on. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Barbara tells Marlena to think about the bad memories...the ones Ernesto, Orpheus, and Tek used to brainwash her. Marlena recalls DJ's death, Samantha's death, her death in 1987, her affair with John/Roman, her possession by Satan, her being kidnapped and whisked to Paris, her being held in a secret room by Kristen, her mistakes in regards to her treatment of Brady, her being brainwashed by Andre to become the Salem Stalker, and her recent actions. Barbara asks if she feels overwhelming guilt because all those things let to great pain for her loved ones. Marlena says she feels responsible because everything that happens to her affects those around her. She admits she knows she has caused them all so much pain and heartache and she will never get over that. Barbara asks what incidents from her past she feels the most guilt for. Marlena begins to get agitated as she thinks back and says she really had no control over DJ's death because there was nothing she could've done but she still feels horrible about it. Barbara asks her to go on. Marlena says she feels horrible about it all but the worst...was her sister's death. Barbara asks if Marlena ever got counseling for that. Marlena nods and says: Marlena (crying): It was the first...of many events that brought those...I love so much pain and anguish. I could've stopped it, just like so many other things in my life. Marlena recalls learning of Sam's death from Don and then has a flashback to shortly after Sam's death: CLICK HERE FOR MARLENA'S FLASHBACK!! Marlena: It was supposed to be me that night!! He was coming after me!! (begins to shake and cry hysterically) IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE ME!!! ME!! MY POOR SISTER!! OH, HOW SHE MUST HAVE SUFFERED!! HOW MY PARENTS SUFFERED!! ALL I DO IS MAKE ALL THE PEOPLE...I LOVE...SUFFER!! HOW COULD THEY LOVE ME?! HOW COULD THEY...AFTER ALL THE PAIN...I CAUSED!! Marlena cries uncontrollably as Barbara comes over and comforts her, realizing that is why the dominant alter was called Samantha. That was the first incident in Marlena's life where she felt she could've prevented something from happening and didn't. Her guilt still is eating away at her and has only gotten worse with every event in her life that has endangered or caused pain to those she loves. Barbara embraces Marlena, telling her it's ok as Marlena continues her breakdown in Barbara's arms. DIMERA FAMILY HOME (TUSCANY, ITALY) In the pit, Hope and Steve lock eyes and seem to be lost in their own world. The scene then fades to white and we flash back to their time at Maison Blanche once again. Hope is helping Steve to her bed. Hope: How's the pain? Steve: I'm good. Don't worry...argh!! Hope: It's still pretty bad and you know it! Lay back, now!! Just lay back and relax!! Steve: Yes, ma'am. Hope: Maybe I can get some more water from the guard. I would hope he had enough of a heart to give us at least that. Steve (grabs Hope's hand): Gina...I'm fine...as long as your here. I'm fine. Hope: I didn't realize I had such an affect on you. Steve: Well, I've apparently had an affect on you, too. Hope (smiling): You heard everything I said when you were out of it. Steve: Most of it...and...I should say (coughs) Hope: Just stop! You need your rest. Steve: No! I need to say this. You need to know...that I feel...the same way. I don't know what I would do without you, Gina. Hope: Either do I. Like I said, your all I have. I don't know who I am or what kind of life I had... Steve: I know. Same here. You know, whatever is in my past doesn't matter anymore. I think as long as I have...you...I can deal with anything. I can live life knowing each day will bring some sort of joy because your here with me. By my side...with that smile. Damn, that smile...it just makes everything seem better. All the bad...all the bad feelings...it's like that smile wipes my mind free of all of it. Hope (with tears in her eyes): Wow...that was...the nicest thing anyone has ever... Steve: Well, that you can remember. (laughs) Hope (laughs): Yeah. Well, you get some rest. Steve: Gina! Hope: Yeah? Steve: I thought I told you to stay here. Hope: I am. I'm not going anywhere. Steve: Well, this is your bed and I will not let you sleep on the floor or on that hard thing over there they call a comfy chair. Come here! (pats the bed) Hope: I'm not sure... Steve:We'll just sharing a bed. Nothing wrong...with that, at least not that I can remember. Hope (laughs): Alright. If it will make you get some rest... Steve: Yeah, come here!! Hope comes and lays next to Steve on the bed. She then turns to him and says: Hope: This is nice. Steve: Yeah. Feels good. Feels... Hope: Right. Steve and Hope both look at each other. Steve then slowly and hesitantly puts his arm around Hope, who jumps back a bit. Steve (pulls his arm back): I'm sorry. I... Hope: No! You know what? It's ok. Hold me. Please, hold me. Steve slowly puts his arm around Hope again as she slowly puts her head on his chest. Hope then smiles as a feeling of peace seems to come over her. Hope: It's so safe and warm in your arms. I feel...so much peace...I feel like things are ok. I don't think I've ever felt like that, not that I can remember anyway. Steve smiles and says: Steve: Things will be ok, Gina. We're in this together. As long as we're together, I think it will really be ok. As Steve and Hope hold each other in each other's arms and slowly drift to sleep, we return to the present with Steve and Hope still looking deep into each other's eyes. Steve: Things will be ok, Gina. We're in this together. As long as we're together, I think it will really be ok. Hope then moves closer to Steve as both seem to be lost in the memories that are slowly coming back to them. Hope slowly rests her head on Steve's chest as he slowly puts his arm around her and holds her in his arms. Hope smiles as a sense of peace seems to overcome her while Steve also smiles and says: Steve: Feels good. Feels so... Hope: Right. The camera then pans around Steve and Hope holding each other in each other's arms as we see that the pieces of fabric Hope used to block the pipe have fallen a bit and are letting gas continue to filter in. Meanwhile, Tony looks around the room and realizes he is in the room his mother and Stefano used to sleep in when they visited the house during his younger years. He looks around and recalls how his mother seemed happy with Stefano back then. He wonders where it all went wrong as it seems a few years later they were arguing in this very same room after creating so many happy memories there. Tony then remembers the clue Daphne gave him in the paper he found in the steel box at Maison Blanche. He recalls that the note said "The answers you seek in Tuscany lie in the place where love bloomed but also died." Tony recalls how Stefano cheated on his mother and figures that his mother could've caught Stefano in the room with another woman. He begins to wonder if he is in the place his mother wanted him to go to in her instructions. He looks around and looks at the painting above the bed. The painting is of a mother holding her child, looking down at him lovingly but seemingly giving the child off to someone else. Tony remembers his mother loved that painting and recalls her explaining it to him when they visited the house one time. She loved it because it showed the sacrifices mothers will often go through for their children. Tony wonders if what he is looking for is behind or in the painting since the previous clues he found were in things she loved or that he and her shared a mutual love for. Tony takes the painting down and looks over the wall behind it. He then feels the back of the painting and notices the back of it feels odd towards the middle. Tony realizes he must open it up, hating the fact that he must but realizing he has to do it to see if he has found what he is looking for. Tony takes out a pocket knife and tears open the back, looking up to the heavens and telling his mother he is sorry for destroying one of her favorites. He reaches his hand in the hole created and finds two pieces of paper. He pulls them out and looks at them. One of the papers is a birth certificate that seems to have had all the information whited out. Tony then looks at the other paper, which looks like another entry from Daphne's dairy but turns out to be a note to Tony. Tony notices some pieces of the note are quite tarnished and hard to read but tries to make out what he can. Tony: My Tony, you've found what I asked you to find. You now know my secret, one of many, that is. I know you must be confused and there is but one more step to your journey left. There is where the rest of the answers lie. You must find my friend, Liz Curtis. I entrusted her with the truth and instructed her to tell you everything once you reached her. I am truly sorry for putting you through this. You know, personally, the lengths I went through to protect you from Stefano. I know you understand I had no choice. I had to protect the child from Stefano. I had to give up my beautiful, innocent child. There was no other way, Tony. I think you know that and you know now what...you must do. Find Liz and hear the truth...and then find your long lost sibling. My dearest Tony, thank you for all you have done and for what you will do. Know that I will rest in a much better peace knowing you are doing all this for me and... Tony notices the rest of the letter is impossible to read but notices his mother's signature at the bottom. Tony is shocked by what he just discovered. He has a sibling. His mother hid a child with Stefano and he must learn who it is and find him or her...before Stefano does. The scene then fades out on a shocked and determined Tony and then fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... WILL STEVE AND HOPE DIE?

SEPTEMBER 27, 2007: EPISODE # 338: SHIFT PART 4 UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Barbara is still trying to calm Will down as Marlena runs into the office. Belle follows her as both women look on terrified at how Will is reacting. Marlena runs over to Will and helps Barbara bring him slowly out it. Belle looks on in shock and sadness as she watches her nephew struggle to deal with his pain. Barbara starts to bring Will back as Marlena holds him firm, telling him that he is coming out of it. Once he comes out of it, Will lays on the couch, tears streaming down his face. He looks straight up at the ceiling, asking how did he do. Barbara tells him he did fine. She thinks that he has brought out some of the events that has turned his life upside down. They have made some progress today but there is more to be done. Will realizes that and, as he sits up on the couch, he looks at Barbara and tells her that he’s willing to keep going if she is. Barbara smiles, saying that he comes from good, good stock, to which Marlena agrees, saying that he got his strength from his mother. Marlena then asks Belle if she could take Will to get him something to eat while she is in there with Barbara. Belle walks over and picks Will up as she and a nurse help him out of the room. Marlena then looks at Barbara and says that what just happened was unusual. Barbara agrees, saying that if anyone expects a breakthrough in one sitting, they are fooling themselves. Barbara hopes that she sees this because it’s now her turn to go under. Marlena was hoping she had forgotten about that. Barbara tells her to lay down on the couch. Barbara tells Marlena she knows how it’s done. Marlena does and closes her eyes as Barbara starts to count backwards, telling Marlena that she is getting more and more calm. Marlena slips into a deep consciousness as Barbara starts to ask her questions about what has happened to her. Marlena thinks back, unlocking memories form her past........... Memories of Bo telling her that Roman is dead, of Abe shooting police officer Richard Cates, of her giving birth to Sami and Eric, being kidnapped by Stefano, being held by Orpheus, hearing the news that her sister, Samantha, was dead, falling into a volcano, coming back and working for Orpheus.......... it all comes back to her in waves and she starts reacting to these memories. Marlena starts thrashing about, trying to bring herself out of the hypnosis as Barbara looks on stunned. ORPHEUS' HIGH RISE APARTMENT Sami stops crying long enough to see that Orpheus has returned. He tells her that Will started his first session this morning. Hell, he may end up just as batty as her mother and her aunt Samantha before long. A crying Sami runs over to him and starts beating on him, screaming at him that he is beyond evil. Orpheus grabs her hands, telling her in a loud, stern voice that he will not put up with any of this for much longer. Sami calms down for a brief moment and then looks up at Orpheus, smiles at him........ And knees him in the groin. She runs past him as he drops to the floor and runs out the door. She sprints down the hallway and heads to the elevators, pressing the buttons repeatedly. When the door opens up.......Michael stands right in front of her. He gets off the elevator and grabs her by the arm, leading her back to her room as Orpheus comes out. He looks at her with contempt, saying.......... Orpheus: Nice try, my dear. Too bad you came up short. Sami: One day, Orpheus. One day...........I WILL get out of here. And.........I can’t WAIT for the day my dad gets you in his sights. There will be hell to pay then, !@#$%^&*]. Orpheus: More threats. (looking at Michael) Take this bitch back into her room. Make sure she doesn’t escape, is that clear? Michael: Yes, sir. Michael practically throws Sami into her room and watches her land on the floor. When she gets back up, she lunges at the door but it slams shut in front of her. She bangs on it once again, begging God for someone to find her....... So that she can finally go home. DEVERAUX HOUSE Billie asks Jack that if Alex is his son, what will that mean to him. Jack says that one thing it will mean is that he can have a guy whose grown to bash the Bears with. Billie tells him to be serious. Jack says he is, telling her he doesn’t know how he’ll react. He’ll just wait. Billie says wait until his investigation is complete. Jack asks how she knew and she says she knows him. Jack has been suspicious of “Fred” ever since he met him on the ship and he wants to find out what he’s doing hanging around his daughter. Abby then shows up with Dr. Dobbs and Forrest to tell them some big news..........that she is leaving Salem to improve her treatment and that Forrest is coming with her. Jack gets up from his desk and walks over to Forrest/Fred, looking him right in the eye and asking him how does he have so much influence over Abby. Forrest/Fred smiles slightly, saying he’s just a handsome guy who knows a nice young lady when he sees one. He also says that with his friends, Jack should be grateful someone is watching over her. Jack says he’ll do that just fine and doesn’t need any interference from him. Abby stops both men from coming to blows, saying that her doctor said it would be best for everyone. Jack doesn’t buy that at all and says he’ll make some calls to find out what’s going on. Billie then steps forward and tells Forrest that if any harm comes to Abby........there will be hell to pay. Forrest smiles again, wondering what has to happen for them to stop with the interrogation. Later on, Jack puts down the phone, saying that he checked up on Dr. Dobbs and says that he’s on the up and up. Jack still doesn’t want Forrest going but Abby steps in, saying that her father has no say so in who she goes with, seeing as she’s past 18 years old. The doctor then says that Jack and even Billie can visit, so long as they call first. Forrest tells them that this should prove everything is proper and above board. Abby says she will come by tomorrow and say goodbye and also truly wants Jack not to worry. She also thinks they should keep all this between those in the room because she doesn't want everyone getting their hopes up for nothing. Billie agrees, saying that would just make it harder for Abby to deal with if she doesn't progress as well she hopes. Jack walks over and kisses Abby on her forehead, telling her he’ll see her tomorrow. She is then led out of the room by Forrest and the doctor and he says he’ll take her to the Horton's to pack her things. He then bids Jack and Billie a nice day. When Billie asks if Jack is going to let that happen, he says he has no choice. He has nothing on “Fred” right now. But he will and when he gets it..........that man will have to answer to him. Billie walks over and pats Jack’s chest as the scene fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... A HUGE FRIDAY EPISODE WITH BIG REVALUATIONS AND TWO MOMENTS THAT COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING FOR 3 CHARACTERS!!!

SEPTEMBER 26, 2007: EPISODE #337: SHIFT PART 3 DIMERA FAMILY HOME (TUSCANY, ITALY) In the pit, Steve and Hope start to regain consciousness. Steve gets up to his feet and then helps Hope up. He asks if she is alright and she says that if falling into another pit is being fine, she’s just dandy. Steve wants to know if all Stefano did as a child is play in pits. He says he has more of them around than the Addams Family. They both then start to look around for some way out of there but Hope says that they are fooling themselves if they think they can get out. Steve turns to her and promises that he will get her out, which makes Hope smile, as she places her hand on his cheek. There is an awkward silence for a few moments as Steve and Hope stare at one another............. And at that moment, Tony yells down into the pit, asking if they are alright. That breaks their moment and both Hope and Steve yell up to Tony, saying that they are fine. Steve then asks for him to get them out and Tony says he’ll do his best. When Tony turns around................the guard is pointing his weapon at him. Tony asks what he’s doing. The guard responds..........only his job. Tony says he only wanted them down there so they won’t get hurt in Stefano’s house and to protect them in case he learned something earth-shattering. Tony was going to release them later. The guard says that his orders are coming from someone much more important than Tony............ And the guard starts to back away from Tony. When he reaches the wall behind him, he presses another switch...........and, in the pit, gas starts to come out of the vents. Steve tries to cover Hope’s face as the gas surrounds them..........and Tony looks at the guard with hatred after what he’s done. Steve and Hope slowly start to pass out.................with consciousness slowly slipping away as they fall to the floor. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Forrest walks over to Abby with Dr. Dobbs. The doctor tells her that for her well being, she might want to leave Salem.........just until she gets better and completes her therapy. It would be better for her recovery to not have to deal with stress and distractions Abby doesn’t like the news at all, saying that she doesn’t want to leave her dad, especially now that he just got back home. Forrest tells her that everything will be alright.........and to prove it, he’ll go along with her, just to make sure she’s ok. Abby smiles at that and, after a few tense moments, agrees to go on the condition that she will come home when she is better. Abby doesn’t let on how worried she is but the doctor agrees to that and Forrest smiles at her. He then turns and looks at the doctor.............. With a slight, evil grin coming across his face. ORPHEUS' HIGH RISE APARTMENT Sami stops banging on the door as a laughing Orpheus re-enters her room. He then says........... Orpheus: Sure didn’t take him long, did it? Sami: But, I heard him saying my name. He still loves me.........but not as much as I love him. (After a pause) Why are you doing this to me? Orpheus: To show you that the world has not stood still, my dear. Your family and friends have moved on. Embrace this opportunity........and start a brand new life here......with me. Sami: You are one sick bastard, you know? Orpheus: So I’ve been told. Gets real old sometimes. Sami: Then stop acting like a sick bastard and it may get better. Orpheus: My lady......you have such a way with words. Apparently, so does the beautiful Ms. Young. Wonder what sensual words she used to get your lover into bed with her? Sami: You are just as sick and twisted as Stefano. No wonder my father hates you so much. Orpheus: Stefano is just a blip on the radar. A huge blip.........but a blip none the less. He’ll learn...........as well your father. And now, if you’ll excuse me. Orpheus leaves but, before he does, he picks up the remote and turns the television back on, showing a sight that makes Sami break out and start crying again. She slowly walks over to the edge of the bed and sits down..........watching Joelle in bed with a barely conscious Lucas. She prays that Lucas was not awake when it happened......... JOELLE'S APARTMENT As Lucas tries to wake up, Joelle looks down at him, stroking his hair. All Lucas can do is think of one woman and, at that moment, he regains enough consciousness to look at Joelle and say one word......... Lucas: Sami.......... He then passes out again as Joelle looks at him, disgusted. She then looks at the monitor, saying to it......... Joelle: Guess I’ll just have to try harder. Joelle then shuts the monitor off once again. Back at Orpheus' place, Sami stands up, walks over to her window...........and places her forehead against it as she cries uncontrollably. UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Marlena walks into Barbara’s office, ready for her first session. As Barbara comes out and greets her, Will walks in behind his grandmother. Marlena is surprised to see him, telling him that Bo had called her and told her that he was on his way home with one of Victor’s men. Marlena asks where that bodyguard is. Will says that it’s no sweat. Nobody will harm him. He says that they appear and disappear so much around Salem, who can keep track. Marlena agrees and then asks what Will is there for. He says he wants to make an appointment to see Barbara. Marlena smiles, saying how proud Sami would be of him right now. Will smiles back, saying that he hopes she would be. Barbara asks Marlena if she is ready and Marlena says that she would feel a lot better if the good doctor saw her grandson before her. She explains that Will has been going through a tremendous amount of pain and feels that by talking it out, he can at the very least deal with it in a constructive way. Barbara does agree but asks if Marlena is using this as an excuse to get out of her sessions. As Belle walks through the office door, Marlena assures her that that is not the case at all. She just wants Will to get better. Barbara agrees once again and tells Will that they can go into her office. After Will walks in with Barbara, Belle asks Marlena if she has seen Roman. Marlena shakes her head no. Both ladies sit down on the couch, with Marlena saying......... Marlena: I pray that your dad is not in any serious danger. I don’t know what my life would be like if I lost him for a second time. Belle: Neither do I, Mom. Neither do I. Both women rest their foreheads against each other as the scene fades into.......... Barbara’s office, where Will is sitting in a chair. Barbara tells him not to be nervous. Trust has to be earned so she doesn’t want him to tell her anything he doesn’t want to. Will smiles slightly, thanking Barbara for that. She asks him what does he feel like talking about. Will says that ever since his mother died, he just feels..........lost. He tries to open up to his dad but he sees how much pain he’s in and doesn’t want to add to it at all. Barbara understands as Will continues. He says that there have been stories in the papers about some nutcase who is raping and killing women in Missouri and Illinois and it scares him. It scares him a lot, so much so that he sleeps on the couch until his father gets home from work and then finally goes to bed. Barbara understands once again, saying that what he is experiencing is very normal. She then suggests that she put him under hypnosis. That may bring out what he is still struggling with. Will agrees, saying he’s sick of feeling the way he does and just wants to get better. Barbara tells him to come and lay down on the couch. Will thinks this is pretty cool. He always wondered if these couches really existed or not. After he lays down, Barbara slowly puts him under, telling him to relax and be calm. Will slowly drifts away, back to the recent past.......... He sees the day his mother told him about what Alan did to her and then he sees flashes of that terrible night.......when Alan raped him. Will starts to cry out, telling Alan to stop. Barbara sees how upset Will is and tries to calm Will down but can’t as Will starts yelling for Alan to leave him alone. As Barbara tries to bring Will out of the hypnosis, he starts to lash out, swinging his arms wildly. Barbara grabs him and tries to restrain Will.........as the scene then slowly fades to black. ON THE NEXT SALEM LIVES... ABBY'S BIG NEWS FOR JACK AND BILLIE!!! AND...THIS FRIDAY... Clip of Tony reading something and saying: Tony: This can't be... A SEPTEMBER TO REMEMBER CONCLUDES... Clip of Hope coughing and begging Steve to wake up. WITH ONE MUST SEE EPISODE... Clip of Forrest looking at a picture. Forrest: I'm doing what must be done. FULL OF REVELATIONS... Clip of Marlena on Barbara's couch in tears. Marlena: No!!! SURPRISES... Hope: I remember... AND BIG SHOCKS!!! Tony: Unbelievable! FIVE BIG DAYS CONCLUDE WITH A MUST SEE FRIDAY!!! A SEPTEMBER TO REMEMBER!!