🕯️ Susan senses a dark force surrounding Marlena
Susan approaches Marlena in the town square and admits to feeling anxious about her health — despite the doctor’s assurance that Marlena is fine, Susan insists that there is an invisible factor that is “draining” Marlena’s energy. Susan’s feelings make Marlena question her physical and mental health — even though she tries to act normal.
Marlena then talks to Sarah (the doctor). Sarah shares that it could be chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia — two difficult-to-treat conditions that “mostly affect women.” Marlena admits that she is in no rush to seek treatment but is interested in symptom management
🥊 Cat trains in self-defense with Rafe
At the police station, Cat meets with Rafe and confides about her recent traumatic night stuck in an elevator with Chad. Rafe offers to teach her self-defense, and while training, Cat briefly fantasizes that Chad is the one helping her, not Rafe. She keeps the training sessions a secret from Chad, adding emotional tension to their dynamic.
⚖️ Johnny rattled by Susan’s warning
Johnny is facing an impending trial for allegedly shooting his father, EJ. Susan shares another cryptic premonition with him, implying that Stefano’s spirit is watching over the DiMera mansion. Her words weigh heavily on Johnny, intensifying the pressure he feels about his legal future.
💔 Xander and Sarah tension
Xander meets Sarah at the Brady Pub and remarks that he saw her and Brady “hugging each other last night” — Sarah responds that it’s just friendly, non-sexual behavior sometimes, which causes Xander to get irritated and Sarah to tell him to “get used to it.” Xander then asks Sarah to turn her attention to Johnny — and he himself sends a message of love to their daughter.
Susan continues to give Johnny some eerie warnings — her nephew is facing trial for shooting his father (EJ). She notes that she feels Stefano’s presence guarding the DiMera house — a message that makes Johnny flinch and could have a psychological impact in the courtroom.
