Days of Our Lives opens at the Black household, where Belle is alone when Marlena arrives. Marlena mentions she heard Shawn earlier but wanted to give them privacy. She asks how it went, and Belle confides that her marriage is over.
At the Brady Pub, Phillip and Shawn exchange snarky hellos. Stephanie is busy containing blogs from releasing spoilers of Body and Soul when Xander arrives.
Ciara remarks that Leo let them have it, while Lucas questions how Leo and Steven got so close after only five minutes. Ciara suggests Leo might be right, and they may have accused the wrong person of stealing Great Grandma Alice’s necklace.
At the Horton home, Doug looks at family photos, and it’s revealed he stole the necklace. He quickly hides it as Hope bursts through the door, looking for Julie. Hope asks who Doug is, and he introduces himself. Hope becomes upset and suspicious.
At the pub, Shawn tells Phillip he’s not in the mood. Phillip offers condolences about Doug and notices Shawn drinking. He comments on Shawn’s sobriety, but Shawn clarifies it’s nonalcoholic. Phillip is relieved and says it’s good for him and Belle’s sake. Shawn retorts that it won’t matter because they’re getting a divorce.
Xander visits Stephanie and asks her to stop working with Phillip.
Meanwhile, Ciara and Lucas debate whether they’ve misjudged Steven. Lucas continues to reference what Aunt Marie said, but Ciara points out that was in 1979 and Steven has led a fruitful life. Lucas insists Steven is guilty.
Julie comes downstairs, excited to see Hope. She introduces her to Doug Williams as her father’s grandson and nephew. However, Hope remains suspicious.
At the Black household, Marlena asks Belle if she was surprised. Belle admits no; they both knew the marriage was over for a while. She says what they once had is gone. At the pub, Phillip tells Shawn that some people always find their way back to each other. Shawn disagrees, saying this situation is different. Phillip expresses regret about his relationship with Chloe not working out and explains he’s in town to reclaim his birthright.
Stephanie informs Xander about a letter from Victor stating Phillip’s claim. Xander argues he has Victor’s will and testament. He asks Stephanie to spin the narrative in his favor. At the Horton home, Hope recalls her father mentioning a son via IVF. Julie is thrilled about Doug but Hope remains skeptical. Julie mentions the capsule and its contents. Doug looks away. Hope says she’ll look later and decides to visit her father’s gravesite.
Belle confides in Marlena about how sad she feels. Shawn has been a major part of her life since her teenage years, but now she’s drawing up her own divorce papers. Marlena suggests an idea to cheer her up. At the pub, Shawn and Phillip discuss Phillip’s intent to reclaim Titan. Phillip is glad Shawn supports him.
Xander insists he and Stephanie should work together and offers to double what Phillip is paying her.
Julie tells Doug the story of Hope and Bo and why Hope missed the funeral. Ciara and Lucas arrive, and Julie introduces them to Doug. They also seem suspicious at first but let it go. Ciara realizes her mother is in town.
Hope visits her father’s gravesite and apologizes for not visiting sooner. She shares an emotional moment, expressing her love and regret. Jennifer arrives to comfort her cousin. Back at the Black household, Marlena brings cookies and ice cream to cheer up Belle.
Phillip can’t believe Shawn supports him. He reminisces about how their grandfather groomed him for Titan. Shawn says Xander isn’t fit to run the company. Phillip notes Stephanie is also working with him.
Stephanie refuses Xander’s offer, prompting him to ask if she’s rekindling feelings for Phillip. She becomes angry and orders him to leave. Before exiting, Xander warns her to be cautious of Phillip.
Jennifer and Hope discuss Doug and Steven. Hope feels guilty for missing her father’s funeral. Jennifer reassures her, saying no one understood better than her father.
Ciara is surprised about Doug’s appearance. Julie brings up the capsule. Lucas starts to mention the stolen necklace when Doug interrupts, asking for food. Julie leaves, allowing Doug to tell Ciara and Lucas that Aunt Marie and Jennifer feel it’s best not to tell Julie about the stolen necklace and capsule yet, as she’s still grieving.
Stephanie feels insulted by Xander’s accusations and insists her work with Phillip is strictly professional.
Phillip praises Stephanie for improving his public image since the issues with Brady. Shawn receives a text and excuses himself, he discovers his mother is in town.
Belle and Marlena continue to bond over cookies and ice cream. At the Horton home, Julie, Ciara, Lucas, and Doug share a meal and discuss recipes. Ciara receives a text from Shawn and leaves.
Jennifer and Hope discuss Doug’s sudden appearance. Hope shares her suspicions and asks Jennifer to investigate his story. Jennifer agrees, recalling her own doubts about “fake Abigail.”
Phillip checks on Stephanie, who shares her encounter with Xander. She mentions turning down his offer and his accusations, which have motivated her to work even harder for Phillip.
Marlena mentions Shane is trying to reach John. Alone, Belle calls Claire and updates her about her situation with Shawn.
Hope reflects on her pride in being Doug Williams’ daughter and thanks him for his love and support. Her children, Shawn and
Ciara, arrive to comfort her. They acknowledge that Bo hasn’t woken up yet, but Hope remains hopeful. She emphasizes the importance of keeping Doug in their hearts.
Julie, Lucas, and Doug continue catching up as Jennifer arrives. They discuss welcoming Doug into the family, though Jennifer secretly recalls Hope’s distrust of him.
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