At Rafe’s, Javi informed Leo that Rafe wasn’t home, noting how busy Rafe’s new job kept him. Leo shared that he had a lead on Lady Whistleblower’s identity and asked Javi to pass the message to Rafe. Over coffee, Javi revealed his own interest in unmasking the columnist, motivated by a mix of personal vindication and concern for Leo. Touched by Javi’s support, Leo left, only to spot a phrase on Javi’s hoodie—“I (heart) Rochester”—which set off alarm bells. Realizing Javi’s connection to the mystery, Leo stormed home, determined he’d uncovered Lady Whistleblower’s identity.
Meanwhile, Gabi and Kerry chatted over coffee about Javi’s involvement in Rafe and Jada’s wedding. Kerry admitted concerns over Javi forgiving Leo, fearing manipulation. Gabi, furious over Leo’s past sabotage attempts, vowed to keep him away from their family. Kerry and Gabi toasted to seeing Leo out of their lives for good. Later, Kerry flirted with Javi over the phone and thanked him for the hoodie.
At Titan, Philip worried Xander might retaliate after learning a secret from Sarah. But when Xander arrived, he offered a peace gesture: a croissant. Xander explained he was committed to working together per Victor’s wishes, surprising Philip. In turn, Philip apologized for Victor’s past mistreatment of Xander, admitting their father had been controlling toward both of them. Moved by the gesture, the brothers bonded and agreed to an equal partnership.
At her apartment, Stephanie learned from Sarah that she hadn’t told Xander about her conversation with Philip, who’d convinced her to support their co-CEO arrangement. Though conflicted, Stephanie agreed to keep the secret. Later, Sarah warned Philip not to undermine Xander, emphasizing her faith in their partnership. When Xander returned, the trio shared an optimistic moment.
At the DiMera mansion, Jada confronted EJ about Rafe’s suspicious absence. “Rafe” emerged from the tunnels and claimed EJ had hired him for a covert case against Sloan. Jada scolded him for lying but softened when “Rafe” explained it was for her benefit. Satisfied but still wary, Jada left after sharing a loving goodbye with “Rafe.” Alone, EJ praised Arnold (posing as Rafe) for convincing Jada but sternly warned him to maintain boundaries. Arnold, intrigued by the scheme, agreed as EJ hatched his next move.
Later, Jada ran into Stephanie, sharing her relief over finding Rafe and excitement about the wedding moving forward. Stephanie, reeling from her own breakup with Philip, offered her support while contemplating the tangled web of secrets unfolding.
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