TV soap news and spoilers say that the drama in Days of Our Lives is heating up, and one of the most intriguing mysteries unfolding is the deception surrounding Rafe Hernandez.

Longtime fans of the show have watched Rafe as a steady, loyal, and honorable man—so why has he suddenly begun acting so erratically? As it turns out, the reason is far more sinister than anyone could have imagined.

Rafe is not really Rafe. An imposter named Arnold has taken his place, and so far, no one has figured it out. But could the truth finally be on the verge of coming to light? Could Javi and Leo be the ones to expose the shocking secret and ultimately save Rafe from whatever fate has befallen him?

Javi has always been fiercely loyal to his family, and his respect for his cousin Rafe is no exception. From the moment he learned about Rafe’s affair, Javi made the difficult decision to keep the secret, despite his own internal conflict. To him, protecting Rafe’s reputation and standing by him as family was more important than passing judgment.

However, as time goes on, Javi starts to notice strange inconsistencies in Rafe’s behavior—things that don’t quite add up. His cousin is acting different, off. There’s an unfamiliar edge to him, a carelessness that is unlike the disciplined and honorable Rafe he has always known.

At first, Javi chalks it up to the stress of keeping the affair a secret, but something deep inside tells him that there’s more to the story. And he’s not wrong.

As one of the key figures in Rafe’s life, Javi played a major role in planning his bachelor party. Initially, he had grand ideas about hosting it in Mexico or France—anything to make the event more memorable. But in the end, it was settled that Brady’s Pub would be the location, much to Javi’s disappointment.

Still, despite the change in plans, the night should have been an unforgettable celebration for Rafe. Instead, it became another moment where Javi was forced to confront how much his cousin had changed. Rafe’s reactions, his interactions, even the way he held himself—it was as if Javi was staring at a stranger rather than the man he had known for years. And the more Javi observed, the more unsettled he became.

The moment that truly sets Javi on edge comes at the wedding, when a shocking incident involving Jada rocks everyone in attendance. In that instant, any doubts Javi had about Rafe’s behavior are pushed aside. He now knows for certain that something is very, very wrong.

This is not the same Rafe Hernandez he grew up respecting and looking up to. This man—this impostor—is someone else entirely. The question is, who is he?

Javi may not have all the answers yet, but he knows he can’t solve this mystery alone. And that’s where Leo comes in.

Leo Stark is known for his sharp instincts, quick wit, and an insatiable curiosity that often leads him into situations he probably should avoid. But sometimes, that very curiosity is what makes him invaluable.

When Javi shares his concerns with Leo, it doesn’t take long for him to pick up on the inconsistencies as well. Leo, always eager to be in the know, takes it upon himself to investigate. He starts watching Rafe closely—every word, every movement, every choice the man makes is scrutinized. And what he finds only confirms Javi’s suspicions.

The pieces start coming together, but the final revelation—the shocking truth that Arnold is the one masquerading as Rafe—will take both Javi and Leo down a dangerous path.

If they’re right, then Rafe isn’t just acting differently—he’s in real danger. And that means they have to act fast.

With the truth looming on the horizon, the stakes have never been higher. If Javi and Leo are successful, they could be the ones to finally expose the imposter and free the real Rafe from whatever terrible fate he has been subjected to.

But if they fail, Arnold’s deception could continue, and the real Rafe may remain lost forever.

The clock is ticking, and the mystery is far from over. Will Javi and Leo put the pieces