Salem is anything but quiet as next week brings three shocking returns, a devastating betrayal, and secrets that could shake the entire town to its core. From April 7 to 11, Days of Our Lives sets the stage for explosive drama, long-awaited confrontations, and power plays that put everything on the line.

First, Kristen DiMera finds herself in the hot seat when JJ Deveraux confronts her over a suspicious discovery—a hidden gun in her bag. What starts as a confrontation quickly turns volatile. JJ’s not new to Kristen’s dark past, and this time, he refuses to let it slide. He demands answers, but Kristen, ever the master of manipulation, offers nothing but cryptic deflection. Across Salem, Xander Kiriakis isn’t surprised—he’s done playing games and issues Kristen a chilling warning: one more wrong move, and it won’t end well.

Meanwhile, EJ DiMera lies in a medically induced coma following a mysterious collapse believed to be drug-related. With EJ out of commission, Salem’s balance of power shifts. Xander urges Alex and Philip Kiriakis to strike while the DiMeras are vulnerable. But with every move comes risk, and Salem doesn’t take kindly to premature power grabs.

Amid the DiMera chaos, a familiar face storms back into town—Sami Brady. Her return isn’t just nostalgic—it’s earth-shattering. Sami rushes to the hospital to see EJ, only to overhear a jaw-dropping confession. Her own sister, Belle Black, stands at EJ’s bedside, tearfully professing her love. The betrayal slices deep. Sami is stunned, silent at first, but her silence quickly gives way to fury. A fiery showdown between the sisters ignites, unleashing years of suppressed resentment and rivalry. Belle’s confession doesn’t just sting—it might destroy the Brady family from within.

Elsewhere, a surprising return provides brief hope—until it turns into yet another mystery. Rex Brady shows up bruised and disoriented, revealing he was the victim of a hit-and-run. The twist? He doesn’t know who hit him or why. Kate Brady is immediately suspicious. With EJ’s recent veiled threats still fresh in her mind, she wonders—was this an accident or a warning? Could the DiMera war be spilling into Brady territory?

Kate doesn’t have time to rest. Behind closed doors, she meets secretly with her other son, Philip, about a highly sensitive matter—a forged letter. This letter isn’t just a liability; it’s a ticking time bomb that could unravel reputations and blow Salem politics wide open. Their only saving grace? Alex Kiriakis, who knows the truth, is staying silent… for now.

But just when it seems things can’t get any more chaotic, a ghost from the past bursts in—Vivian Alamain. No longer confined to prison orange, Vivian returns in full force, storming the Kiriakis mansion with one clear goal: reclaiming what she believes is hers. Her sudden arrival sends shockwaves through the family. She’s not interested in farewells—she’s here to fight. Vivian makes it clear: she wants her share of the fortune, and if she doesn’t get it, she’s ready to burn the whole empire down. Her threats aren’t empty—Vivian never bluffs, and Salem knows better than to doubt her.

As the week unfolds, the pressure builds on all sides. Sami is ready for war with Belle, and her wrath isn’t one to underestimate. Kristen’s dark secrets catch up to her, as the gun in her possession might be the final straw. Rex’s accident raises red flags that point toward a deeper conspiracy. And the forged letter looms large, threatening to detonate just when things seem calm.

Vivian’s return adds gasoline to the fire, and Salem braces for impact. With power, loyalty, and survival on the line, it’s clear: this isn’t just family drama—it’s all-out war. And in Salem, peace never lasts long. The fallout is coming… and no one is safe.”