At the Black Household
Tate and Holly excitedly celebrate getting an A on their project. Holly soon leaves to go Christmas shopping. Aaron arrives, and Tate shares the good news, crediting Holly. Aaron becomes serious and reveals he’s leaving town for a while. He thanks Tate for his friendship and expresses happiness about Tate and Holly being back together. After Aaron leaves, Tate gets a call from Holly. Their conversation is interrupted by a knock at the door—it’s Sophia, who drops a bombshell: she’s pregnant.
At the Horton Home
JJ arrives, and Julie lightly scolds him. He assumes it’s for missing Doug’s funeral, but she surprises him by understanding his need to focus on finding his sister. Julie, however, criticizes his involvement with Gabi. JJ defends Gabi, but Julie changes the subject. They discuss honoring Abigail through a time capsule, and Julie mentions the stolen necklace. Doug III arrives, and Julie introduces him. JJ offers to show Doug around Salem but first asks Julie about the necklace. She explains that people suspect her brother Steven stole it after being seen talking to Leo. Despite the suspicions, Julie doesn’t want to report her brother, believing he has a right to the necklace as a Horton. JJ disagrees, stating it doesn’t justify theft. When Gabi texts JJ to meet for a drink, Julie teases him, but JJ brushes it off as “work.”
At Abigail’s Gravesite
Chad visits Abigail’s grave and hears a noise. It’s Cat, who apologizes for interrupting. She explains she spoke with Jack and Jennifer, who told her where to find him. She mentions the family buried mementoes in Abigail’s honor. Before leaving, Cat tells Chad about reuniting with her family and shares that Mark has been released but will still serve 18 months in prison. Cat plans to visit her mother in Canada with her siblings but wanted to say goodbye. She apologizes again for her past actions, but Chad reassures her, knowing she was manipulated by Clyde. After she leaves, Chad expresses his love for Abigail once more before departing.
At the Hernandez Household
Javi is happy to see Gabi back from Canada and presses her for details. Gabi shares what happened, including that she and JJ shared a room but insists nothing happened. Javi suspects she wanted something to happen and teases her about still having feelings for JJ. When Javi takes her phone and texts JJ, Gabi panics, but JJ agrees to meet her for a drink.
At Horton Town Square
Holly bumps into Leo, who laments having no friends but claims he’s trying to become a better person. Holly mentions she’s Christmas shopping for Tate, sharing details about their relationship and how they’ve overcome issues involving Sophia. Leo supports their relationship, though he cryptically warns that happiness often comes with complications. After Leo leaves, Holly reflects on his words and calls Tate for a quick chat.
Outside Brady Pub
Cat flashes back to telling Chad she still cares for him. Aaron interrupts her thoughts, and they head off together to pick up Felicity.
At Leo’s Hotel Room
Doug introduces himself to Leo and questions him about fencing Alice Horton’s diamond necklace.
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