It's a time of celebration for the Deveraux family, but a dark secret from the past is sure to put a damper on the festivities...
As Abigail readies herself for the party, a satisfied Gwen can't help herself from celebrating the destruction that's about to come
Jack and Jennifer are elated when J.J. comes home to celebrate the family's good fortune, but he's not the only arrival in Salem
Theo makes the mayor a happy man when he surprises Abe with his homecoming, and the two party with the Deverauxs
It's a rather revealing read when an astounded Abigail discovers a letter addressed to Kate from her very own father
Jack's letter rattles Abigail as Gwen secretly delights in the misery of her foe and even eggs on Abigail to say something to her parents
Abigail's speech doesn't go as expected when she states, "Dad, I know what really happened while mom was in a coma"
Jennifer has more than a few questions for her panicked husband and just wants the facts from a jolted Jack
Vincent and Ben's cat and mouse game finally ends with Ben believing that Vincent did, in fact, kill Ciara
Shawn has some sage advice for a bereaved Ben, and the grieving widower winds up having his bail posted by pal Jake
Jake has a heated encounter with his former flame, Gwen, but things heat up differently for him with Kate
Coming across one another in the square, Kate ends up inviting the newest DiMera to the Deverauxs' shindig
Roman has a rough but telling talk with Kate, who informs him of the horrors Allie went through while in London
Allie informs Nicole that the DNA results are in and also lets it slip to Tripp that the test was ran on Kayla's behest
A seething Tripp is not happy with his stepmother, and he'll surely be unhappier once the results are shared
It's surely a shock to several Salemites when the outcome of Henry's DNA test is disclosed, and sides align to support their loved ones
Nicole continues to stand by Allie while a Steve shows his support to Tripp, even though they're on rocky, wary ground
A sorrowful Tripp has a posthumous heart-to-heart with Ciara at her gravesite, while Hope's letter continues to sadden and stun her loved ones
Though Jennifer continues to distrust Ms. Lockhart, Bonnie is bowled over by Justin's stunning declaration - he forgives her
Lani is stunned when a hospitalized Eli can't be found, and the mother-to-be immediately begins to search for him
As Lani looks for her missing husband, happily married husband and wife John and Marlena reflect on their marriage and memories
Theo Carver returns to Days of our Lives; NBC soap casts Cameron Johnson in the role
Vanessa Williams returns to Days of our Lives
Nadia Bjorlin reveals when she'll be back on-screen at Days of our Lives
Related: Nadia Bjorlin says her contract talks with Days of our Lives are "on hold," but Philip and Chloe scenes are on the way
Cady McClain dishes on taking over the role of Days of our Lives' Jennifer Horton
Related: All My Children fave Cady McClain temporarily takes over as Days of our Lives' Jennifer
Tamara Braun returning to Days of our Lives
Related: Tamara Braun opens up about her return to Days of our Lives
Tina Huang takes over as Days of our Lives' Melinda Trask
Marci Miller worried her Days of our Lives return would be "discombobulating" for fans
Alison Sweeney returning to Days of our Lives for "emotional storyline"
Galen Gering announces happy Days of our Lives news: "I'm back!"
Related: Galen Gering wraps at Days of our Lives: "Thank you for the memories"
Xander gives his two cents to Charlie regarding his crush, Claire, while she spends time with former sweetheart Theo
A stunned Shawn responds to Belle's bombshell, as Jennifer remains blown away by a revelation from her husband's past
Jack's secret sends several Salemites spinning, while another shocker will send even more ripples around town
For a preview from DAYS head writer, Ron Carlivati, check out our DAYS Fall Preview article.
Life changes in a shocking way for one Salemite, while another makes a life-changing move
Love may not be everlasting for several Salem couples, even some that were recently wed
An unexpected love may grow between former foes, but three's a crowd in any relationship
The past comes back to haunt one Salemite, while another will be freed by a revelation
More of Salem's missing year will play out and dramatically change the lives of residents
Salem's revolving door continues to spin, and one heroic resident returns with a secret
A father is finally revealed, but the paternity mystery continues to entangle several Salemites
Not all is what it seems, and one seemingly sweet Salemite holds a deep, dark secret
Just when one believes the wicked will never return, an evil wind blows into Salem
Lock your doors and windows, as things will go bump in the night when Halloween hits Salem
