July 14 - July 18, 2003 Updates
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2003
Episode: #9598
Tape Date: Various
Director: Herb Stein
Jack and Jenn are on and In The House (yawn), Cassie and Tony
argue over her new job. John and Philip grill Maya, but come up
empty. Bo and Hope decide to do some investigative work.
In The House
Jack and Jennifer are ready to start their show as Jack is
furious over the guest star that Shmenkman has booked, a sex
therapist, Emily Coop, who is on the show to plug her new book.
The show starts and as she is introduced, Jack is nasty to her
from the get-go. He says that it looks like HE needs a sex
therapist from his attitude and goes on to analyze him, which
infuriates him. Sarcastically, he says that whenever HE is in the
mood, Jennifer has a headache, WHAT is he doing wrong (as he gets
an "I can't believe you said that" look from Jenn.)
Emily pulls out 2 dolls (that look amazingly like Jack and Jenn)
to do some role playing. Jenn is offended but Jack pretends like
he wants to play along. He says that ëlittle Jack' has something
to say and calls her a phoney. He says that he researched her
background and learned that she didn't even finish college and
practically toss her out on her butt. After the show, Jack is
upset and doubting himself, asking what has happened to his
career, as Jenn tries to console him. Later, they are on the
sofa, basking in the after glow (what happened to the show crew?)
professing their love for one another.
At DiMansion
Mimi wakes up in bed with Rex and they start kissing. He is hit
with a strong headache (is this some kind of forewarning?). He
says that it feels like it is exploding as Mimi gets a wet cloth
for his head. Her prattling on makes it worse, so she leaves and
he asks himself WHAT is wrong with him. Downstairs, Cassie
welcomes Tony home, upset that he almost died. He asks what is
going on with her and she tells him of her new job as the hostess
at Echelon. Well, he blows a gasket, telling her she MUST quit.
She doesn't understand why he is so upset, since he owns the club.
(Is she really that naïve?) She calls it the ëfamily business'
and wants to work there. Upset, she tells him that she has to go
to the police station (in regards to her solicitation charges)
and Tony quips that he is just SO proud of her (LOL). Mimi comes
down, looking for aspirin as Cassie storms out the door. Rex
comes down as Mimi is leaving and begs her to stay. He says that
he needs her. She offers to take him to the doctor, but he
declines. She decides to stay and go upstairs and take a shower.
After she leaves, Tony and Rex talk alone and Tony tells him
about his laser being destroyed. Tony tells him that his plans
have changed and that now he is focused on getting the ëbitch'
that tried to kill him. Rex contemplates just how dangerous life
is as Tony tells him that the good news is that he and John have
decided to bury the hatchet.
Mimi is taking a shower and is joined by Rex. She asks about his
headache and he asks ëwhat headache?' and they kiss in a steamy
scene. Mimi drops the soap and says "oops" and they
kiss. Later, Rex is looking for his laser blue prints as he has
flash backs of first telling Tony of his invention and how Tony
was so proud of him and then telling Cassie that they will always
be DiMeras. He has a raging fit and begins to tear up the
blueprints as Mimi walks in and sees him, asking what is wrong.
At The Cop Shop (Or ISA Headquarters)
Philip is busy questioning Maya but she has other plans as she
begins to come on to him. He offers her a deal, but she says she
will do something for him if he will do something for her, like
in let her go. She needles him about Belle (hitting a sore spot)
as he changes the subject back to Tony. She grabs him and kisses
him, just as John walks in. Philip gets her paws off him as John
volunteers to take over. John tells her that Tony survived but
she wants a lawyer and NOT Mickey Horton (snicker, snicker). John
tells her that HE was also on the boat and is taking this
personally. He brings up the diamonds but she clams up. They also
bring up the mysterious substance that Philip found and that they
are having it analyzed. She gulps hard, asking for her lawyer as
John asks her if it is getting hot in here. John and Philip talk
outside and John decides that he doesn't want Philip alone with
Maya and instructs him to go and file the paperwork and do it
with a smile. He tells him to meet him later at the pub. After
John leaves, Philip runs into Cassie (literally) and she drops
her purse. He helps her and then rags her about being the only
guy she doesn't flirt with (what Philip doesn't know is that,
through Kate, he is her half brother! Poor Cassie, she seems to
be related to every young eligible guy in town, what's a girl to
do? ;-) (Couldn't you just hear that conversation? Sorry, Philip,
I can't have sex with you, you are my brother, been there, ALMOST
done that! LOL) She cries and says that he just thinks that she
is a slut, like everyone else in Salem. He apologizes, but she
doesn't want to talk about it and rushes off. After she is gone,
he finds (what looks like) her compact on the floor.
Later, Back At DiMansion
Cassie returns home to find Tony waiting on her. He asks her how
it went and says that he should have gone with her. They start up
arguing again about her job and she refuses to quit. He blames
himself for her behavior, saying that she and Rex are the most
importing things in life to him. She says she will NOT quit and
he blows up over her belligerent behavior, so she storms off.
At The Brady Pub
Bo, Hope and Zak are enjoying breakfast and joking around (cute)
as Bo reads the article in the paper about Shawn's involvement in
bringing in Maya. Shawn and Belle arrive outside and he tells her
about how he got Maya to go with him by kissing her. Belle isn't
too thrilled, but he explains it meant nothing and kisses her. (ROFL
at Belle's outfit she has on a pink t-shirt that says "Saved
by the Bell" no joking! And is carrying a lunchbox as a
purse.) They head into the pub as Hope rushes over to hug Shawn
and call him her hero. Bo and Hope want to hear the whole story
as Belle jumps in and gives the abridged version. Bo and Hope
also talk about their ordeal as Hope comments on being in the
chop shop and the carbon monoxide gas reminding her of when Larry
gassed them. Later, Belle and Shawn have explained it all and Bo
thinks that there is more to the story besides diamond smuggling.
Belle tells them about the "weird goopy stuff" that
they found in the vial. John shows up as Belle rushes to hug him.
John congratulates Shawn on his help on apprehending Maya. Philip
shows up as well. Bo brings up the fact that maybe Shawn should
join them in bounty hunting (as Hope kicks him under the table).
John pulls Philip aside and they argue over Philip involving
Belle and Shawn in an ISA matter. He informs him that he doesn't
think that he is cut out for the ISA. Philip vows not to give up,
but John says that he will have to prove himself. Belle sees them
talking and after John leaves, she asks Philip if he is okay. She
and Shawn are leaving and invite Philip along, but he declines so
they leave. Philip reaches in his pocket and pulls out Cassie's
compact and gives her a call, telling her that he has something
of hers and to meet him at the pub. Bo and Hope continue to talk
about the "goopy substance" as Bo wants to investigate
it further. She says that if the ISA doesn't know what it is,
what makes him think that THEY can find out. He says "because
we are GOOD". With a kiss, they decide to forge ahead and
investigate it.
Preview:
Cassie and Tony are at it once again, arguing. She tells him
that he can't play God with her life and goes on to say that she
hates him. Philip asks John why he is dropping the investigation
against Tony. Lucas tells Sami that she is making a huge mistake.
Larry shows up at the mansion as Nicole asks what he is doing
there. He says that he is not letting her out of their deal,
Victor is a dead man.
Laney
TUESDAY, JULY 15, 2003
Episode: # 9599
Tape Date: 6/23/03
Director: Albert Alarr
It's a new day in Salem as Cassie takes her pity party
and snotty attitude to anyone that will listen to her, Nicole and
Brady plan a big night in Salem (with a little side show Nicole
and Larry are planning), Lucas jealously and protectively stands
guard on Sami as Tony smothers her with attention.
Nicole's Next Move
Nicole nervously spills her juice as Victor announces he's
hiring a top detective to investigate Brady's shooting the night
before. Henderson helps clean up as she notices Larry (in
chauffeur garb) beaconing her from the shrubs. He tells her out
front that the deal's still on. She tells him about her part time
gig at the Blue Note and he insists she have Victor go there and
he'll kill him there. Victor steps outside to ask what she's up
to now just after Larry dashes into the shrubs. Nicole tells him
she was talking to the gardener's assistant about trimming the
hedges. After verbally dancing about the guys name, Brady walks
out saying it's about 96 in the shade already, why are they
outside? He's heading to the Blue Note to set up for the nights
show and she takes the opportunity to go inside to change, saying
she'll be down to the club shortly.
Brady Pub
Marlena squeals with joy and jumps in John's arms when she
finally sees meets him at the pub. He apologizes for taking so
long, but the ISA made him question people before he could see
her or the kids (does Brady even KNOW about it?). He tells her
the feud with the Dimeras is finally over. She finds it hard to
believe. She asks what Tony was doing and being it wasn't
illegal, he's not going to push it and will let it go.
Philip and Cassie meet at the pub. He had left a message for her
to meet him there and hands her the compact she dropped at the
cop shop the night before. She didn't get the message (just knows
there will always be someone there she can torment I guess) as
she rattles on about her new job at Echelon and how it makes her
feel more sure of herself then ever as the guys fall all over her
there. He tells her if that's what it takes to do it, she's more
screwed up then he thought. He tries to rationalize with her (good
luck) about how he himself tried to find himself, knowing his
rich father would always be there to bail him out. Going into the
marines was the only thing that worked. Calling her a rich
spoiled brat, she tells him to go ahead as she's not giving up
her job or being a Dimera.
Cassie goes inside the pub and even apologizes as she interrupts
Marlena and John talking. She tells John she's glad both he and
her dad are okay. He's touched and Cassie asks (almost breaking
down) to speak with Marlena. John takes the cue and stops outside.
Marlena asks what's up. Cassie asks why Marlena never sees her
any more and never asks her over for dinner (don't worry, she
never cooks for Belle, Brady or John either, haha). Marlena said
she'd love to have her and Rex over for supper (uh oh). Marlena
explains she's left messages many times and all Cassie had to do
is answer the call. Starting to cry, she tells her mother, the
psychiatrist, she needs reassurance that she's wanted. Marlena
apologizes, thinking it was Cassie's choice to back off due to
the turmoil with John and Tony. She tells Cassie that she failed
her and asks what she can do to help. Cassie asks her to talk to
Tony for her and tell him she's an adult and can make her own
decisions. Marlena asks if there's a reason for Tony's
questioning that. Cassie (knowing Marlena's not really her mother)
has the audacity to tell Marlena she just pretends to care about
her (the little alien girl), but she's too busy with her other
family and job to really do so. Hurt and insulted, Marlena
explains that's not so and wants Cassie to talk to her about how
she feels. Cassie's pity party hits the road (oh please, just get
mad and leave Salem so WE don't have to listen to you any more!).
John and Marlena watch her leave as Philip asks Cassie if she
told her mother, Marlena, about Echelon. Cassie tells him she's
not her mother. She quickly covers about how Marlena wasn't there
when she was growing up. Philip had and says Marlena's a good
mother.
Inside Marlena rationalizes to John about not going after Cassie.
They're both too emotional. She tells John what happened. She
really wants to help her as John plays devils advocate about the
situation. He suggests they do something special that night and
reassures her that she and Cassie will be ok.
While Cassie was talking to Marlena, John and Philip talked
loudly inside the pub (sure, right) about John's dropping the
investigation as he blasts Philip about how it was handled. He
insists Philip leave his daughter out of the spy business IF
Philip is still in it himself after what happened.
Sami's Apartment
We see Sami in bed under the covers and Lucas asleep (fully
clothed) on top of it as well. Sami wakes from a dream where she
and Lucas are together and he tells her he loves her. She tells
him he's the only one who's ever understood her and asks him to
make love to her. She awakens, finding him with his arm wrapped
around her now and jolts him awake, silently questioning what
happened. He explains about her meds knocking her out and putting
her to bed, reminding her it's good Will's not there or he'd be
confused, which causes her to push him out of bed on the floor,
LOL. Ding dong. It's Tony, asking if he interrupted something as
she and Lucas greet him at the door (rumpled, but dressed). Lucas
explains he was making sure Sami got up okay after the meds she's
taking. Sami writes on her board asking Tony if he's ok. Tony
explains his new perspective on life after almost drowning.
Flowers are delivered and Sami looks at Lucas to see if they're
from him. Tony says they're from him. He arranged to have fresh
flowers delivered to her every day during her recuperation. He
had made the arrangements before he left and how his last
thoughts were of her. He goes on about Sami's virtues as Lucas
lurks listening. Tony wants to talk about Sami's future. In the
hall Lucas and Tony have words. He tells Tony he's concerned
about Sami now as she's vulnerable. Tony accuses him of being
jealous and leaves. He returns and tells Sami she's making a huge
mistake. He tells her she can't have dinner with Tony, saying
she's not healthy enough yet. He calmly tells her he's worried as
he doesn't want Tony to hurt her again. Later she comes out of
her room in a black scarfy style dress. Lucas can't believe she's
going (has he been hanging around there all day? haha).
Blue Note
Nicole walks in overhearing Brady on the phone selling how
wonderful the club is to someone. She tells him he'll impress
Chloe by the changes he's making. She comments on getting Victor
interested now. Talking about the big event planned for that
night (including fireworks), Brady leaves to check on something
as Nicole remembers Larry's conversation about killing Victor.
She calls Victor and eventually talks him into coming to the
event saying Brady's having his mother's favorite song played in
her honor and how much it would mean to have Victor there. She
calls Larry to tell him about it. Brady returns asking who she as
talking to. She tells him she was just making sure the night was
unforgettable.
Back To DiMansion
Bart has Tony sign some papers. Cassie returns and learns Tony
sold Echelon with one of the conditions she's not to work there
anymore. (that was a fast sale) Cassie tells him she hates him
and tells him he can't play God with her life. She storms out
saying she doesn't need a father like him (that's it, keep going
girl).
Cassie's back at the pub again (must be like a magnet to her) and
runs into Brad out front. She tells him it's not a good time and
leaves as Philip tells Brad to leave Cassie alone.
Tony makes sure Bart has arranged a gourmet dinner with
champagne, etc. He wants to make sure it's an unforgettable
evening for Samantha, as he thinks of her and lightning bolts on
the screen between their faces.
Preview:
Larry asks if everything's ready for him to whack her hubby.
Kate and Philip are sitting in the park as she figures there is a
woman in Philip's life, Belle Black??? Lucas tells Sami
she's hot... he wants her and he loves her, which surprises her.
Sitting on the ground sipping champagne, Tony tells Sami she's
lovely and hopes she'll always be as happy as she is now.
Linda
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16TH, 2003
Episode: #9600
Tape Date: Various
Director: Phil Sogard
Our friends are gathering in the park as Salem celebrates it's bi-centennial,
while Belle's insecurities come to the forefront, & both Sami
& Lucas feel the heat, and it's not the weather. LOL
On The Pier, Shawn is throwing baseballs again,
as Uncle Roman comes up, wondering if he is planning on beaning
another bad guy (remember how he got the mayor?). They chat a bit
about Belle, with Roman getting the impression things aren't
going all that well, as Shawn complains of her spending time with
another guy. Roman tries to get Shawn to tell how he got wise to
Maya, and ended up catching her, why he did not call the police...
and Shawn successfully wiggles out of telling about Philip being
in the ISA etc. Roman leaves, & Shawn calls Belle to meet him
at the bandstand in the park.
In Her Apartment, Sami is primping for her date w/Tony, as
Lucas tries to dissuade her. They argue, well, Lucas yells, and
Sami reacts with expressions and some mouthing of words (Alison
Sweeney is just outstanding once more - applause!). Lucas says
something about when she gets her voice back, she will revert to
the shrew she has always been, and tells her most guys would call
this a pity date and then says... and frankly, my dear, I don't
give a damn as he slams out the door. Sami is in tears, when
there is a knock at the door, and Lucas softly apologizes. She
opens the door, and he again apologizes, saying he cannot help
himself, he loves her, always has, he knows she loves him, as he
can see it in her eyes. Sami is melting here (so are we), as she
stands mute, and he bends to kiss her. She touches his face, and
they really embrace. This is the half/way point in the show,
where the hourglass shows up. We return to them still kissing,
Sami reaches up to touch his face, the camera backs away and she
is standing alone. WHAT A GYP! LOLOL. But great scene.
The phone rings, it is Tony, who knows she cannot talk, but says
he will pick her up in an hour, and to dress casual. She quickly
changes clothes, and is ready when Tony arrives, offering his arm
to her as they go out the door.
At DiMansion
Victor is leaning on the doorbell, very angry. He wants to know
what is going on between Maya & Tony besides stolen diamonds,
complains of Tony doublecrossing him. Tony says Maya
doublecrossed him, too, tells how he is a changed man, and wants
no business dealings he could not share with his children. Asks
how Vic manages his relationship with Bo. Vic says with respect,
even tho they do not always see eye to eye.
Later, Vic is gone, but Lucas is there, learning of Tony selling
Echelon and why. (he sure is telling anyone and everyone in sight
about his "changed man" status ñ makes you wonder) He
asks if Lucas knew Cassie had the job at Echelon, and Lucas
wiggles out of that one. Tony tells him since he will no longer
have duties at Echelon, he will have time to oversee some other
of Tony's interests (hmmm, thought he was just hired as Echelon
manager, not Tony's personal asst... confusing) Lucas says he
will try & see if he can learn anything more about Maya. Tony
calls Monsieur Henri to make sure all is in order for his special
dinner for two.
In The Park
Red, white & blue balloons are everywhere, along with banners
proclaiming Salem's 200th birthday. People are milling around as
Kate runs into Philip,who claims to be there with friends from
the base. (This guy NEVER is in uniform, amazing!) Kate chats for
a bit with her son, mostly wondering about a gal in his life,
which he denies. She thinks he is sweet on Belle, which he
denies, but Kate persists. He reminds her of how she thought
Billie was perfect for Bo & the trouble she caused for Bo,
but Kate is quick to remind him they have never held that against
her. Roman arrives, Philip leaves, and Kate worries about her son
as she watches the3 Musketeers chatting. She agrees w/Roman to
forget about them and just have a good time.
Nicole is wandering around, gets a "pssst" from the
bushes, and finds Larry munching on a hot dog. He yaks it up
about blowing away Vic tonite, wanting to make sure she gets him
to where he belongs. He pulls Nik in for a kiss, & she is
clearly not happy about it. He makes a few threats, kisses her
again, & finally takes off. Nicole wipes her mouth, saying
she'd rather be dead than have to kiss Larry again. (yes, Nik,
when you lie down in garbage, you cannot help but get up with
maggots! LOL)
Belle catches sight of Philip, claiming to be unable to find
Shawn (hey Belle... he said to meet him at the bandstand... why
aren't you THERE?) She moans a bit to Philip about Maya being so
beautiful, & Shawn getting sucked into her charms (Oh, GMAB!)
& wonders about her ability to hold onto Shawn, wondering
whether perhaps her thoughts on waiting may be too much, since
there will be other older and more experienced women who find
Shawn attractive. Philip gives her a pep talk about them loving
each other, and she herself is beautiful. Belle smiles and thanks
him, giving him a hug, and right on cue Shawn walks up, wondering
why he cannot leave those two alone for a second.
Lucas meets up with Mickey, and starts asking questions about
Maya. Mickey says the civil suit was dropped when she got
arrested, and when asked if he is representing her in her
criminal case, gently chastises Lucas for using his family to get
info for his boss. Lucas gets defensive about working for Tony,
but Mickey reminds him that Aunt Maggie is his AA sponsor, has
called him several times, and Lucas has not responded. Lucas
promises to call, & Mickey invites him & Will for dinner
sometime. They hug, and Mickey reminds him he loves him.
Lucas spots Tony & Sami arriving, to find a lovely picnic
dinner, complete w/champagne, spread on the ground. As Sami &
Tony sit down, with Tony toasting to Sami's continued happiness,
Lucas's imagination runs away with him, & he envisions
himself passionately kissing Sami & both rolling around a bit
on the blanket. LOL. Lucas shakes himself out of his fantasy,
saying "I need a drink".
At The Blue Note
Earlier, Belle is talking to Brady about competing with other
women for Shawn's attention. The gal is on a pity party route
today. Brady reassures her, they have some nice bro/sis
conversation, and talk of the big night coming up. Belle asks him
why he doesn't sing, but Brady says he doesn't want to turn his
customers away. LOL. Shawn calls her (see above) and she leaves
as a very distracted Nicole arrives. Nik orders a double vodka.
Brady tells the bartender to make that two, add orange juice and
leave out the vodka. He tells a protesting Nicole that he needs a
sober Nicole tonight. They argue a bit about her, her marriage to
Victor, etc. and she worries that Victor won't come, and Brady
says so what. Her phone rings, and she answers to a neighing
Larry. (he cracks me up, truly). He wants to make sure all is
set, she nervously tells him that Victor is not there yet, Brady
wonders who it is. She makes some excuse about a friend of
Victors, when the Blue Note phone rings. Larry is making horse
noises on the phone, (does this guy want to get caught or what?)
making Nicole all the more upset. Brady says that was Victor on
the phone, he is on his way. Larry hears, Nik hangs up. Brady
tells her the rundown of performers tonight will just blow Victor
away and Nicole smiles as she replies, Yeah, you bet it will.
Preview:
Mimi to Rex "I can't be around you, as much as I love
you, I can't". Cassie to Phil "A question, the whole
time you're sitting here with me, you are wishing it was Belle,
right?"
Bo looks at the sky, lit up with fireworks, saying "Happy
Birthday, Salem" and then to Hope, I love you as she also
says "I love you". Victor's voice is saying "This
night will stay in my wife's memory for a very long time",
as we see an infra red scope targeting Victor's head, with a gun
zeroing in on him. Then a shot of Nicole standing, crying out
"Nooooooo" as we hear the sound of a gunshot.
Barb
THURSDAY, JULY 17TH, 2003
Episode: #9601
Tape Date: Various
Director: Herb Stein
The Bicentennial Celebration continues at the park (with Rex,
Mimi, Philip and Cassie) as Bo and Hope join in from a different
location, as Nicole and Larry await Victor's arrival at the Blue
Note for a different type of fireworks.
At The Brady House
Bo and Zack are playing with his Legos as Hope comes in. It seems
that she had been at a meeting at the hospital for the Horton
Foundation. They joke around a while and she decides to call
Shane about the Leona case. After she gets off the phone, she
informs Bo that the ISA don't have anything yet on the "goop".
Bo comments that they need a better name for it, so they toss
around ideas. They figure that since Maya is involved in
antiquities and diamonds, that the stuff must somehow be related
to carbon, a possible common denominator. Later, they talk about
how wonderful it is spending time together and working together
and then go back to discussing the case. Bo suggests that they
"rest up" and recharge their batteries as they snuggle
on the sofa. Later, he announces that he has a sitter for Zack
and has a surprise for her as he carries her to the door. Later,
we see them somewhere (he is leading her with closed eyes) and
she figures out that they are on the rooftop of the hospital, to
watch the fireworks. He leads her to a small table complete with
candles and champagne and they kiss. Later, he wishes Salem a
happy birthday as they toast their lives. Hope talks about how
they sailed around all over the world and still always came back
to Salem. As they watch the sky for the fireworks, they wonder
what it will be like in another 200 years.
At The Park
Cassie is sitting alone on a blanket as Philip wanders up and
asks what is in her back-pack. She is extremely rude to him at
first as she whines about Tony selling Echelon and her losing her
job. Philip tries to cheer her up but she just goes on with her
little pitty party, saying that HE is Belle's friend and that
Belle hates HER so just go away. She asks if he wants to know
what she was hiding and pulls out a stuffed rabbit (Roger). She
talks about when she and Rex were little and all the rabbits that
used to be around the lab and how the rabbits would come and go,
but she and Rex were always there. She talks about living your
life in a cage like she and Rex did.Meanwhile, Mimi sits alone
and cries, having flashbacks of Rex giving her the diamond and
one of his recent fits. He comes rushing up, looking for her as
she says that she can't take this anymore, he doesn't need or
respect her. He tries to explain that there is something wrong
with him and tries to explain, saying that he cannot lose her and
will do whatever she wants. She says that she worries about him
and his strange behavior and mood swings. He says that he just
wants to believe that his life has a purpose and wants to find
out what it is. She tries to console him, saying that everyone is
searching for their purpose in life. He goes on to talk about how
much he needs her and respects her and would never hurt her.
Finally, he asks her to go roller-blading with him. Remembering
that last time they had a dead body with them, she accepts.Rex
and Mimi roll up to find Philip and Cassie talking. This really
bothers Rex, who asks to speak to Cassie alone. He jumps her for
flirting with Philip, which she denies, saying it is all innocent
and that they were just talking. Mimi also grills Philip about
being with Cassie, which he also claims that there was nothing
going on. When Rex and Cassie come over, Mimi invites them to go
blading with them, which both decline. After they leave, Cassie
tells Philip that he doesn't need to baby-sit her. She asks if he
thinks she is a hopeless case as he comforts and reassures her.
She gets insulted when he insinuates that she is bitchy. She
pouts and says that she should dye her hair blonde like Belle.
She asks if he wishes it were Belle sitting there as he claims
that Belle is only a friend. He says that he feels that Cassie
wants to really be friends with Belle, but she just doesn't know
how. She goes on to talk about his family and says that since
they have no romantic interest in each other, he can think of her
as a sister (LOL!) if he wants. Meanwhile, Rex and Mimi are
discussing Cassie and Philip. He is really upset and almost falls.
With that, he loses his temper and this distresses Mimi. She says
that she worries about him being so stressed all the time and
suggests that he seek medical help. She tries to give him the
diamond back as he beats himself up, saying he is just a freak.
But she rationalizes with him and says that whatever is wrong
with him, she doesn't blame him for it. He promises to take her
advice and take care of himself. Later, as they settle in for the
fireworks, she tells him that last time she saw them was when he
and Cassie came to town. He tells her that he has been seeing
them ever since (ahhh). He puts the diamond necklace back on her
and they kiss.
At The Blue Note
Victor is in his car on the way there and they seem to be having
trouble with traffic. Meanwhile, Nicole and Brady are making
final preparations for the big evening. (Funny side note: She has
a table reserved for Victor and says that she doesn't care if
Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt come in, THAT table is for Victor.
For those of you that don't know, Jennifer is John Aniston (Victor)'s
real-life daughter). Larry is outside with the gun as Nicole
sneaks out to talk with him. He asks if she wants it slow or
quick. She says make it quick and clean. Brady walks out and
catches her as she claims that she just needed some fresh air but
he notices that she is extremely nervous. After he goes back
inside, Larry accuses her of "doing" Brady, which she
denies. She goes back inside and helps herself to a drink and
worries. In the car, Victor orders the driver to call and have
lilies delivered to Nicole. He wants to make sure that she
remembers this night for a long time. Later, Brady comes in with
the lilies for Nicole and she freaks out, saying tha the is
messing with her head. Brady notices that something seems to be
wrong with her and that she is a bundle of nerves. Nicole gets a
call from Victor, telling her that they are pulling in the
parking lot right now. He asks if she got the flowers and she
asks why he sent them. He says "just because" leaving
her totally confused. After she hangs up, she rushes outside and
sees them pulling in. She spots Larry in the bushes as Victor is
getting out of the car (Brady spots Larry as well). Nicole yells
"NO" as Brady rushes to Victor and tackles him, just as
the gun fires.
Preview:
Mimi asks Rex if he HAD to be so rude, after all they're his
parents. Roman tells Kate that there is just something about that
boy that sets his teeth on edge. Bo tells Hope that he has been
thinking about that mysterious substance. She tells him to stop
right there, she can't take it anymore. Brady yells for Victor to
get down as he rushes over and jumps him. The gun fires as we see
(what looks like) Brady lying on the ground.
Laney
FRIDAY, JULY 18TH, 2003
Episode: #9602
Tape Date: Various
Director: Roger Inman
The Bicentennial Celebration continues at the park (with Rex,
Mimi, Philip, Cassie, Roman and Kate) as Bo and Hope continue
their romantic dinner on the rooftop. John, Marlena, Belle and
Shawn picnic on Lookout Point as Belle's mouth runneth over about
what happened, much to Marlena's dismay and finally... Larry
misses again and Nicole and Brady chase him in Victor's limo.
Lookout Point
Belle and Shawn find a quiet place to exchange their gifts. She
got him a Salem 200 t-shirt and he gave her a Salem 200 hat. She
brings up Maya and he reassures her again there was nothing there.
Belle notices a couple making out nearby and tells Shawn she
hopes to be that romantic when older and John (in old geezer
voice) kids back about who she's calling OLD as he and Marlena
are the ones making out. They invite Belle and Shawn to join
them, Marlena even said she made a big picnic and asks them to
share. John chuckles (LOL!!!) asking her if she "MADE"
the picnic..and Marlena clarifies laughingly that she ORDERED it.
They finally accept when they hear it's to celebrate John's safe
return. They pour sparkling cider and Marlena's plastic glass had
a hole (accident or creative covering by the actors?) John sees
it and tells her they'll share a glass. John acknowledges Shawn's
catching of the perp. They talk about how he did it and Belle
mentions Maya was hot for Shawn's bod. Then Belle goes on about
how scared she was when Maya's goon had that gun on the ship.
Marlena freaks and Belle goes oops, realizing she said too much.
Marlena wants answers!! Thinking she's helping, Belle said she
was with a dependable "agent". Marlena realizes John
knew about this too and tells him it's bad enough she has to
worry about him 24/7, now he put their daughter at risk? John and
Shawn keep referring to Belle as "inquisitive" (we
called it NOSEY, haha). Marlena tells them they should have
called Belle's mother (yeah, right) and gets mad, not wanting to
picnic anymore. John assures her it would have made matters worse
had the ISA gotten involved on the ship and they handled it.
Belle, never thinking first, rattles off about how John didn't
know about it until he had to bring her clothes on the pier being
she didn't have anything to wear (she had more then a bikini on).
Belle explains what happened, not helping the situation any.
Marlena asks Belle to promise no more spying and Belle agrees,
although she did like the "rush". Marlena asks to speak
with John alone and Shawn gives Belle the 3rd degree about what
she and Philip wore to swim to shore. Was she just wearing her
bra and panties and what was Philip wearing?? Marlena and John
realize they have to trust their daughter and let her be herself.
John kids Belle will be grounded for the next 25 years if she
tries to become the next female James Bond.
Up On The Roof
Bo and Hope enjoy their candlelight dinner on the rooftop. He
brings up the mystery stuff of Mayas much to her dismay. He makes
a toast of wine to them and their next adventure. Later Hope's
cutting a chocolate cake (think it was partially frozen the way
she's cutting it) and Bo's mind is wandering on the mystery goop.
He asks what they know about Maya and Shane's evaluation of the
goop until Hope tells him she can't take it anymore. She wanted a
romantic picnic and wants the cellphone and paperwork put away.
He realizes he's blowing their romantic dinner and they return to
their cake and kissing. Hope takes her cake (she's loving it) to
a bench as they cozy up and Bo tells her Mom outdid herself with
it, wondering if she realizes what an aphrodisiac it is. Hope
thinks so as Bo tells her how much she loves her.
In The Park
Philip and Cassie sit and chat about how Rex is both her friend
and brother. She tells Philip she can listen to him and not be
sensitive to what he says. He asks if she has any other secrets.
He tells her it's a good thing she at least knows who her real
parents are and she chuckles about at least she's not running
around Salem in tin foil underwear anymore. Flashback of when
Cassie saw Shawn for the first time (wearing a red belted shirt),
in the garage with Belle teaching them to talk, when Cassie hit a
tree and not the driveway, them in the Salem UFO sweatshirts (loved
seeing Mimi in her Jeannie outfit again ;-). Philip tells Cassie
she needs to learn to laugh at herself. Kate and Roman (the teen
patrol) find Philip tickling Cassie and she asks Cassie if she
couldn't get Lucas, so she's after her other son. She speaks to
Philip alone and lectures him about how bad Cassie is and wants
him to watch the fireworks with her and Roman (oh paleez, he's
not 13 years old Kate!). He refuses, saying Cassie's a nice girl
who's not really like she pretends to be. Roman leads Kate away
as Philip hopes Cassie didn't let what Kate said hurt her. Cassie
agrees Kate was right, he should be with someone else. He likes
hanging out with her, despite was his mother said, and they hug.
Rex and Mimi smooch, despite his headache. He leans her back to
kiss her neck and she notes Kate and Roman are there watching.
Rex asks if they mind and Kate takes the hint and leaves as Roman
takes her hand. Mimi criticizes Rex explaining that they're
Stefano's innocent victims as Stefano played with their DNA just
as he did with his. Kate chides Roman about eating a corndog. She
refuses being she knows what they're made of. He's hard on Rex,
she lists Cassie's negative points. He tells her to let it go and
offers her a bite of his corndog. Roman comments that something
about Rex sets his teeth on edge. Kate can't stop talking about
Cassie all over her son as Roman tries to change the subject was
letting go of her balloon and her tension. They finally kiss.
Mimi and Rex argue a bit and bring on another headache. She tries
to massage it away and he insists he's a Dimera, not a Brady and
she better accept it. She asks OR WHAT?? He walks away and we see
flashbacks of Mimi telling Belle and Shawn about how much she
likes Rex, but doesn't feel worthy of him. Shawn saying Rex needs
someone to keep him grounded, Rex's headache coming on when she
told him he wasn't a Dimera. She wonders what she's gotten
herself into.
Music montage plays during the fireworks of Rex and Mimi hugging,
Kate and Roman hugging on a bench as Kate looks over at Philip
and Cassie on the blanket watching the fireworks too. Belle and
Shawn are lying on a blanket kissing and watching fireworks as
John snuggles up to Marlena as they stand (backs to the Belle and
Shawn) watching the fireworks.
Blue Note
A replay of Brady yelling for Victor to get down as he races over
and pulls him to the ground. The gunshot goes off and both fall
to the ground..but was either hit? Nope. Nicole shakes her head
at Larry and he takes off. Brady goes to go after "the
bastard", with Nicole trying to stop him. Larry carjacks a
car at the Blue Notes Valet Stand and the owners rush around
asking for Brady's help. He realized it was the gunman and hops
into granddad's limo to follow (I would have asked the couple for
their car's description maybe and tell them to call 911 for an
APB on their car). Nicole hops in the limo with him. Later Abe's
at the Blue Note (only cop on duty apparently) and puts out an
APB on the couple's car. Larry realizes Brady and Nicole are
following him (great night vision) as Brady and Larry both
challenge each other out loud. Larry said if he's going, so is
Nicole. Abe tells Victor they followed the bullet's trajectory
and he was aiming at Victor. Back to the chase, Larry is driving
recklessly and crashes the car.
Preview:
Brady comments the car burst into flames and no one could have
survived. Nicole hopes that's true. Tony gives Sami a pair of
diamond teardrop earrings..assuring her they won't bite her...
In a bar somewhere, Lucas tells Maggie that everyone knows he
hates Sami, Maggie doesn't believe him. We then seeing him
throwing a glass at the wall in rage. Hope tells Bo that they're
a team and he tells her they are a team. She tells him he's not
doing this without her.
Linda