Hold on tight, Days of Our Lives fans—Salem is erupting in secrets, suspicion, and scandal, and at the center of it all is a shocking mystery: who shot EJ DiMera? What began as an ordinary day has spiraled into a chaotic whirl of emotions, hidden motives, and buried truths. Now, all eyes are on Kate Roberts, and Roman Brady’s deepest fears might just be coming true.

Roman Brady, usually the rock of reason in Salem, is now unraveling under the weight of doubt. Sitting alone in his home, Roman wrestles with a terrifying thought—could Kate, the woman he trusts most, be behind the attack on EJ? Kate has always been known for her fierce loyalty to her family. Roman has seen it firsthand, how far she’s willing to go to protect the people she loves. But now, he’s asking himself if that love turned into vengeance.

Everything began to spiral when Rex Brady, their son, was injured in what was described as a hit-and-run. But something about the incident never added up, especially when Rex was arrested shortly after. Kate’s reaction wasn’t concern—it was pure rage. And that rage turned into obsession when EJ’s name popped up as a possible suspect. From that moment on, Kate wasn’t just angry—she was focused, almost cold. Roman noticed it all—the clenched jaw, the tone shift, the fire in her eyes.

Across town, Rex had his own unsettling discovery. After receiving an unusual number of frantic calls from Kate, he returned to Salem earlier than planned. Something in her voice wasn’t right. When he arrived, he went straight to Kate’s room—and that’s where the real shock came. In her drawer, plain as day, was a handgun. It wasn’t hidden or locked away. It was visible, accessible… almost ready. This wasn’t Kate’s usual way of storing a weapon, and that simple fact sent Rex into a tailspin. He remembered her fury, her vows to make things right, and her distrust of EJ. It all added up to something dark.

Rex went straight to Roman and dropped the bombshell. “I think Mom might have done something… or is about to.” Roman, trying to stay calm, couldn’t hide the concern in his eyes. Was Rex overreacting? Or did he understand his mother better than anyone else?

Roman finally confronted Kate, and it wasn’t a gentle approach. He demanded answers. Where was she that night? Why was the gun out of her purse? Was she hiding something? Kate, as always, kept her cool. She denied everything. Calm, firm, and unwavering. But Roman wasn’t convinced. There was a flicker in her expression, a pause too long, a hesitation she rarely shows. Roman wanted to believe her, but his instincts told a different story.

And here’s the twist—Roman had a gun that night too. A gun that was supposed to stay locked away. A gun he hasn’t told Kate—or anyone—about. But what Roman doesn’t know is that Johnny DiMera borrowed that gun in secret. If that’s the weapon used in the shooting, then everything changes. Kate’s denial might be the truth, and Roman’s suspicion could be misplaced. The real shooter might be someone no one suspects.

Let’s not forget, EJ has enemies all over town. He’s manipulated, betrayed, and burned bridges for years. The list of people who wanted him dead is longer than ever. And at the top of that list? Gabi Hernandez. Her history with EJ is volatile, filled with anger and near-violence. JJ Deveraux once stopped her from shooting EJ in the past. Now, he’s convinced she may have finally followed through—especially after EJ pushed one button too many.

Adding to the mystery is Rafe Hernandez, Gabi’s brother, who conveniently disappeared the night of the shooting. No calls, no alibi, nothing. Is it coincidence? In Salem, that usually means a cover-up. Could he be protecting Gabi? Or was he involved himself?

The night of EJ’s shooting remains a blur. Roman was at the scene—we know that. But no one knows exactly when he arrived. Was the shooter already gone? Or did Roman witness something and choose to stay silent? Could love and loyalty have clouded his judgment?

And then there’s Kate. Maybe she didn’t pull the trigger. Maybe the real question isn’t “Did Kate shoot EJ?” but “Is Kate protecting someone who did?” She’s known for protecting her family at all costs—even if it means rewriting the narrative. Would she take the fall for Rex, who was rattled after discovering the gun? Would she cover for Roman, believing he acted out of desperation? Or would she protect Johnny, unaware that he’d accessed Roman’s weapon?

Kate’s silence could be self-preservation—or a calculated move to shield someone she loves. Her reputation makes her the perfect suspect. People expect her to take extreme action, and that’s what makes her the ideal decoy. If she says nothing, no one will look any further. And maybe that’s exactly what the shooter is counting on.

As the dust settles, the real question becomes: Who is protecting whom? Is Kate the shooter, or is she covering for someone closer to home? Could Roman’s silence be complicity? Is Gabi finally getting revenge? Is Rafe part of the cover-up? And is Johnny more involved than anyone realizes?

The mystery deepens with every passing moment, and in Salem, secrets never stay buried for long. But one thing’s certain—this isn’t just about a single gunshot. It’s about trust, family, and how far someone will go to protect the ones they love.