While nearly all of Salem is still coming to terms with Abigail's murder, catching a killer is Rafe's main objective
Salem's in mourning as loved ones gather from near and far to say their fond final farewells to the fallen Abigail
Chad willingly welcomes Will and Sonny's comfort when his best friends arrive to show their support
World travelers Tony and Anna also return home to support Chad and the children as they mourn Abigail together
Jack and J.J. show one another support as they reflect upon how much they miss Abigail, though it's a game-changer when Gwen's name comes up
Father and son find themselves in a fit of rage over Gwen, while Steve and Kayla seek comfort in one another's arms
Steve and Kayla's sadness over Abigail makes them miss their own children even more, and they make an inspired choice
Ben and Ciara seem solid about their big choice to set sail on Living in Cin and start spreading the news
Shortly after, Ben and Ciara actually start their big adventure and hope for smooth sailing ahead
Before leaving Salem, Ben has a big ask of his beloved friend and therapist, Marlena, whose heart is warmed by his gesture
E.J. is warned by Marlena, who isn't so sold on his relationship with her daughter, while Belle is back in the thick of it with Shawn
After puppet master Orpheus pulls Jan's strings, she begrudgingly brings Shawn to the docks, where he's shocked by Jan's plans
Chad's extremely shaken by E.J.'s shocking admission, as Rafe works toward a confession once a Salemite is arrested for Abigail's murder
An enraged Chad wants nothing more than a minute alone with the person who murdered his wife and destroyed his family
Still, not everything in Salem is as it seems, especially in the case when a suspect is arrested without solid proof
A murderer may still be at large, while a large clue is wrapped around Nancy's wrist in the form of the bracelet Clyde gifted her
Though Clyde didn't get the bracelet from just anyone, and Leo's in the know about how hot the jewelry really is
Nancy's a bit rattled when questioned by Rafe, as is Leo when he comes to a chilling conclusion during a fiery chat with Nancy
Nancy isn't the only one who has a scathing skirmish with Mr. Stark, as Will and Leo go head to head once more
Action, adventure, mystery, intrigue, danger, love, laughter, and romance lay in store for several Salemites preparing to go beyond Salem once more
Robert Scott Wilson wraps as Ben, but will he be back as a new character?
Cady McClain returns as Days of our Lives' Jennifer; Matthew Ashford also back as Jack
Abigail Klein joins Days of our Lives as the new Stephanie Johnson
Steve Burton joins second season of Beyond Salem
Related: Steve Burton says reprising Days of our Lives' Harris Michaels has been "very nostalgic"
Peter Reckell, Kristian Alfonso return as Bo and Hope for "jaw-dropping" Days of our Lives spinoff
Greg Vaughan returns to Days of our Lives
Related: Greg Vaughan dishes on Eric Brady's return to Days of our Lives
Victoria Konefal takes back seat at Days of our Lives
Alison Sweeney teases return to Days of our Lives
Related: Alison Sweeney discusses Days of our Lives status; will she return full-time?
They say confession is good for the soul, but let's ask Roman how he feels about it after Kate drops a bombshell on him
Will is also blown away when his father feels the need to share, while Sami's head nearly explodes upon overhearing E.J. and Nicole
An enraged Chad has an explosive accusation to make, while high sea adventure begins for Ben and Ciara
Action, adventure, mystery, intrigue, danger, love, laughter, and romance lay in store for several Salemites
Be prepared to go beyond Salem again, but this time it includes the return of epic supercouple Bo and Hope
Related: Kristian Alfonso says fans "are going to be so happy" with Days of our Lives Beyond Salem 2
Ron Carlivati previews summer on Days of our Lives, what to expect from Beyond Salem
Abigail's murder mystery will see a lot of Salemites spend time in the hot seat until the true killer is exposed
Between Satan, experimental drugs, and masquerades, it's good to remember not everything (and everyone) in Salem is as it seems
Sami returns to Salem, unaware that Lucas was her kidnapper; how long can he keep her thinking that E.J. was the kidnapper?
In a daytime first, a set of twins -- Johnny and Allie -- fall in love with the same girl; who will Chanel choose?
Roman urges Eric to tell Nicole how he feels, but will Nicole and Rafe's engagement keep him from opening up?
New relationships are tested by old flames, while old relationships are left in ruins due to devilish designs
Some Salemites certainly shouldn't be messed with, as they know how to expertly craft a revenge plot for the ages
