It's a killer week in Salem as a murderer is finally revealed, and exes have a revealing conversation with one another
Eric and Nicole's new working conditions are a little too close for Rafe's comfort, though the Commish's green-eyed monster may have valid concerns
Something's certainly smoldering between Eric and Nicole at Basic Black, and even they can't deny the heat anymore
Although denying each other the truth before, both Eric and Nicole bring up the true content of their shared steamy dreams
Openness brings Eric and Nicole closer together, while Jada's jolted by one bombshell after another, and both will blow Rafe away, too
Rafe and Jada remain on the cases causing chaos at the Salem P.D., while Steve remains set on destroying Orpheus
Remaining true to their pledges to face their mysterious malady head-on, Marlena and Kayla conduct tests
Waiting for the results of their tests may prove the most difficult part for a pensive Marlena and Kayla
As Marlena and Kayla examine the evidence, Kate's surprised to be called upon for a favor from a former foe
Chloe can hardly believe that she's seeking Kate's help, while the judge in Rachel's custody case doesn't seem to have a hard time believing Kristen
John jolts the custody hearing after being goaded by Kristen, as Brady is a bit jolted himself after Chloe comes clean
A recently reconciled couple is rattled by unexpected news, while Rafe receives a rattle of his own upon learning of Gabi's latest life-changing events
Gabi can't help but wonder if there's hope for her and Stefan, yet with his sights set on Chloe, she shouldn't get her hopes up
E.J. has high hopes that teaming up with Stefan can help bring down Gabi's reign as the CEO of DiMera Enterprises
As a stunned Chad learns his big brother Stefan is alive and well, things aren't all brotherly love between Sonny and Alex
In fact, Sonny's downright seething over Alex's actions, while Xander reflects on his actions and seeks assistance from best mate, Jack
Though encouraged by Maggie to seek assistance, Jennifer's in a downward spiral, as she can't shake her addiction
A certain Salemite with a shady past is surely shocked upon learning of Jennifer's sordid pill-popping secret firsthand
A nervous Nancy believes Clyde is stepping out on her, but she'll absolutely be amazed when he asks for her hand in marriage
Exes almost always show up when you least expect them, so Nancy is certainly stunned to see Craig back in Salem
Nancy's not the only one stunned by Craig's return to town, as Leo has an uneasy run-in with their mutual ex, as well
Leo may have turned his back on his bestie, but when his back's against the wall, he calls on Gwen
Though she thinks "Matty" has an awful lot of gall calling upon her, Gwen gets an earful from Leo regarding his case
Leo shares that he believes he knows who set him up to take the fall for the crimes he's accused of, though Gwen might not be his pal and confidante
As Gwen takes Leo's fate into her hands, memories of Sonny's backstabbing start to return to him
Sonny's encouraged to remember his attack by an eager Will and Chad, who want this case solved once and for all
Chad connects the killer dots and comes to a dramatic conclusion about the person who murdered his wife and attempted to take out his bestie
A determined Chad rushes to Sonny's side in hopes that he and his best friend can draw the same conclusion as to who killed Abigail and nearly Sonny
Sonny has a fragrant recollection of the night he was attacked, causing him and Chad to name the culprit
Peter Reckell: Beyond Salem could be "just the beginning" of my Days of our Lives return
Elia Cantu opens up about Detective Jada Hunter
Abigail Klein joins Days of our Lives as the new Stephanie Johnson
Richard Wharton joins Days of our Lives as new Dr. Rolf
A grief-stricken Chad secures some spiritual support, as a hospital-bound Gwen could use some support of her own
While Chanel and Allie's spirits are lifted when they found their way back to one another, another Salem couple drifts further apart
It's a shocking sight Dr. Rolf stumbles upon, while Julie's shocked to learn of Jennifer's stumbling sobriety
Gwen also knows Jennifer's secret and shares it with her father, but tragedy soon befalls Salem once again
Abigail's murderer is finally revealed
Orpheus continues to play his twisted games
A secret from Paulina's past threatens to derail her future plans
Alex is clearly smitten with Stephanie, but does she feel anything for him? Or does Stephanie's heart have its sights set on someone else?
As Nancy and Clyde grow closer, Chloe is in a position where she has to decide if she will support their relationship
Eric and Nicole somehow always seem to find themselves circling each other; are they over and done, or is it only a matter of time before they are unable to deny their feelings?
Gwen and Jennifer's relationship takes a surprising turn
How long will Xander and Sarah's marital bliss last? Will Xander's secrets rip them apart, or can Sarah learn to look past them?
Johnny and Ava grow closer... but exactly how close will they get?
Li asks Gabi to marry him, but what will happen if and when she runs into Stefan?
The custody battle for Rachel gets ugly
