It isn't a Salem shindig without a few shocks, and when Abigail announces Jack's secret, they're all left in awe
A jolted Jennifer is blown away by the revelation from her husband's past and passionately plants her palm against Jack's jaw
Aghast by what's happened, Abigail evades the scene as Jennifer continues to tear into two-timing Jack
Chad sets out to search for his missing wife while a gleeful Gwen secretly savors the chaos she's crafted
Jake smells a rat and wastes no time in telling his evil ex, Gwen, that he believes she's behind the evening's events
Of course, Gwen isn't forthcoming with Jake nor is she when telling the tale of the letter's discovery to Chad
Chad remains uneasy about Abigail's relationship with Jake, but Gwen gloats over the division and discord
Jake is all ears when Kate makes a confession, though things take a titillating turn when they can't deny their attraction to one another
As Kate and Jake are consumed by passion, keeping secrets from his wife consumes an on-edge Eli
Lani certainly notices that her husband and father are hiding something, and she wants them to confess their secrets
Believing in Xander's doubts about devilishly dimpled Philip even more, a sly Sarah secretly starts to snoop
Xander and Sarah's sleuthing pays off, and he presents his Uncle Victor with what he supposes is surefire evidence against Philip
Still, Philip has more trouble to contend with when his cryptic co-conspirator comes out of the shadows to reveal herself...
Back in Salem on risky business, Ava Vitali returns to ensure Philip's obedience, but he seems to have had enough of his problematic partner
A stunned Shawn says, "Yes!" when Belle bends to one knee and pops the question, but there's a big loony problem looming
Upon learning of Shawn and Belle's bliss, Jan pledges to ensure the happy couple doesn't exactly remain that way
After a comforting chat, Claire wonders if she and Theo could be happily coupled again and plants a kiss on her former flame
A cheerful Charlie is set on surprising his crush, Claire, with flowers but is crushed instead when he spots her kissing Theo
Claire gets an earful about love from a calculating Jan while Xander gives his two cents to Charlie regarding Claire
As Charlie seems more encouraged, Allie is discouraged when she learns Tripp may never see his day in Salem courts
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"
As an apologetic Abigail speaks with Jake, Gwen sets the stage for act two of her scheme that will surely shake up Salem
Steve and Kayla find themselves on shaky ground due to the accusations against Tripp, while the accused asks Allie for a huge favor
Lani is left shaking with anger when she learns what Eli has done, while Brady bowls Kristen over with an admission of his own
A cunning Jan continues to control Claire, while Charlie finds himself in the hot seat, thanks to John and Shawn
It's time to celebrate love and marriage Salem style as Shawn and Belle prepare to walk down the aisle
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
