Salem is set ablaze with drama, deception, and dangerous secrets as Days of Our Lives delivers a thrilling two-day arc that will keep fans glued to their screens. The return of Sami Brady on April 10th reignites old rivalries and unearths long-buried emotions, while EJ’s fate hangs in the balance and the DiMera dynasty begins to crack under the pressure of scandal and shifting loyalties.

Sami’s Return Rocks Salem
Sami Brady storms back into town, unapologetic and ready to stir up trouble. Her first stop? Salem University Hospital, where EJ lies unconscious after a gunshot wound. But her reunion isn’t a quiet one—she walks in on Belle softly speaking to EJ, clearly confessing tender feelings. Green with jealousy, Sami wastes no time throwing verbal jabs and sarcastic comments Belle’s way. Sami claims no one knows EJ like she does, igniting a fresh sisterly feud that could explode at any moment. Belle, however, refuses to back down, and Salem braces for another round of Brady-family fireworks.

Family Tensions Explode
After confronting Belle, Sami turns her attention to Johnny. Their reunion is heartfelt at first, but the joy quickly fades as Johnny questions her loyalty to EJ. Sami defends EJ fiercely, painting him as a changed man who’s learned from his dark past. But Johnny isn’t convinced and accuses his mother of turning a blind eye to EJ’s darker impulses. Their tense exchange marks a pivotal shift in their relationship, setting the stage for deeper conflict as mother and son wrestle with loyalty, identity, and the truth.

EJ’s Uncertain Future Fuels DiMera Chaos
As EJ’s life hangs in the balance, the DiMera empire begins to show cracks. Kristen, entangled in legal woes, becomes the center of suspicion when she’s caught with a gun at the DiMera mansion. JJ and Shawn arrive with a warrant, and Kristen’s refusal to explain why she was carrying a firearm raises serious questions. She’s hauled in for questioning, remaining silent except for a chilling one-liner: “If I shot him, which I didn’t, do you think I’d admit it to you?”

While investigators dig through Kristen’s room, old secrets begin to surface. Gabby was previously seen arguing with EJ, armed and furious about Rafe’s sudden disappearance. The tangled web of motives and suspects grows ever more complex, especially as Kristen refuses to cooperate without a lawyer.

The DiMera Power Struggle Intensifies
Back at Gabi Chic, chaos erupts as Philip and Xander make an unexpected power play. Their presence spells trouble for Gabi, who realizes they may be her new bosses. Never one to take orders lightly, Gabi is forced to play nice—for now. Meanwhile, Alex, harboring a secret about forged documents with Sarah, wrestles with guilt. Stephanie offers support, but Alex’s turmoil threatens to blow the lid off everything.

Sarah’s Guilt & A Romance on the Edge
Xander attempts to woo Sarah with a romantic night out, but she can’t escape the guilt weighing her down. Every smile, every sweet gesture from Xander only deepens her inner turmoil. The secrets she’s keeping are becoming too heavy, and it’s only a matter of time before the truth tears their relationship apart.

The Gun, the Missing Evidence, and a Shocking Return
On April 11, Rex returns to town with an arm in a sling and a worried look. He was injured in a hit-and-run, and questions swirl—was this connected to EJ’s shooting? Did EJ order an attack before he went down? At the Brady Pub, Rex confides in Roman about a missing gun—one Roman once had but now realizes is gone. Unbeknownst to him, Johnny is the one who took it. As suspicion falls on Kate, she prepares to toast a new victory with Philip—until Vivian shows up, demanding money and stirring up even more chaos.

Johnny Turns to Chad
Reeling from all that’s happened, Johnny seeks advice from Chad, who urges him to forgive while he still can. Whether Johnny takes this advice remains to be seen, but it’s a moment of clarity in a sea of emotional turmoil.

As the week ends, questions swirl. Is Kristen truly guilty—or protecting someone else? Can Gabi hold her ground? And will Sami’s return spark a new era of chaos in Salem? Buckle up—because in Salem, secrets never stay buried for long.