The latest Days of Our Lives episode, airing Wednesday, October 29, 2025, delivered everything fans crave from Salem’s most scandalous zip code — betrayal, redemption,

and an avalanche of emotional confrontations that will echo long after the credits roll. With every whispered threat, every reluctant apology, and every unexpected alliance, t

his episode proved once again why Days remains the gold standard of daytime drama. Set against the crisp autumn backdrop of Salem, the episode unfolded like a masterclass in tension.

Two intertwining storylines — one centered around a reluctant mentorship, the other around a family torn apart by secrets — created a perfect storm of conflict and revelation.

Abe and Liam: A Lesson in Tough Love and Redemption

At the Salem Community Center, the air crackled with tension as Mayor Abe Carver (James Reynolds) stepped into an unexpected role — that of literacy coach and reluctant mentor. His student? Liam Seleko (newcomer Hank Northrup), a volatile young man on probation with more attitude than ambition. The fluorescent lights flickered above them, casting long shadows that mirrored the emotional standoff brewing between the two.

Abe’s opening line — a calm yet commanding reminder about punctuality and commitment — set the tone. This wasn’t just about reading lessons; it was about rebuilding a life. “You show up on time. You show up prepared. And you show up ready to work,” Abe declared, his voice carrying the weight of a man who’s seen too many second chances squandered.

Northrup’s debut as Liam was magnetic. His performance captured the perfect balance of arrogance and vulnerability — a young man testing authority, desperate to prove he doesn’t need saving even as he crumbles under the weight of his own mistakes. When Abe slid a worn copy of To Kill a Mockingbird across the table, it was more than an assignment; it was a challenge.

Liam’s frustration boiled over quickly. “This is stupid,” he snapped, slamming the book shut. The tension was palpable. Abe, never one to back down, responded with quiet authority: “We’re not here to make you feel anything, Liam. We’re here to help you learn.”

What followed was a battle of wills that perfectly encapsulated the Days formula — discipline meets defiance, wisdom meets wounded pride. When Liam threatened to walk out, Abe’s warning stopped him cold: “If that door closes behind you, I’m calling the prosecutor.” The silence that followed was electric, a rare moment where both men realized what was truly at stake — freedom, pride, and a fragile hope for redemption.

By the episode’s end, Liam reluctantly reopened the book, muttering, “What page did you say we were on?” It was a small victory, but in Salem, small victories often spark the biggest transformations. Abe’s faint smile suggested that beneath the hostility, a bond was forming — one that could change them both.

The Johnson-Brady Drama: Secrets, Storms, and the Return of a Troubled Soul

Meanwhile, across town, the Brady Pub once again became the heart of family drama. Steve “Patch” Johnson (Stephen Nichols) and Dr. Kayla Brady (Mary Beth Evans) shared a tense conversation over cold coffee and colder truths. Steve’s gravelly voice broke the silence: “I don’t like this. I don’t like Stephanie being the author of One Stormy Night.”

The book, already making waves in Salem’s gossip circuit, was a barely disguised tell-all about the town’s most powerful figures — and it was rattling cages. Steve feared the repercussions for his daughter Stephanie (Abigail Klein), who had written it under the pseudonym “Anastasia Sans.” Kayla, ever the voice of calm reason, reminded him that their daughter was an adult. “The book’s already out there,” she said softly. “You can’t protect her from everything.”

Just as tensions began to simmer, the pub door swung open, and in walked Jeremy Horton (Trevor Donovan), charming troublemaker and walking disaster magnet. His reappearance immediately reignited old tensions. Steve’s glare could cut steel. “What are you doing here, Jeremy?” he demanded.

Jeremy’s entrance was classic Salem — all swagger and apologies. “I heard Stephanie’s in trouble over that book,” he said, sliding into the booth uninvited. But his next words detonated like a bombshell: “EJ DiMera was the one who told Leo Stark about the book.”

The revelation hit like a freight train. EJ DiMera, ever the manipulative puppet master, had once again inserted himself into Salem’s chaos — this time weaponizing Stephanie’s pseudonym to his advantage. Steve’s expression hardened into fury as the puzzle pieces fell into place. EJ’s subtle smiles, his well-timed chats with Leo, his suspicious interest in Salem’s literary scandal — it all made sense now.

As the truth hung heavy in the air, Stephanie herself stormed into the pub, her emotions raw and visible. The moment she saw Jeremy, her fury erupted. “You!” she hissed. But before she could launch into another tirade, Jeremy’s earnest defense stopped her cold. “It wasn’t me, Steph. It was EJ. He set you up.”

The realization washed over her like a tidal wave. Her voice faltered as the enormity of her misplaced anger sank in. “I accused you… I hated you,” she whispered. “And it was EJ all along.”

In a powerful moment of restraint, Steve reached for his phone, ready to call Chad and wage war on the DiMera dynasty. But Kayla, ever the peacemaker, stopped him with a gentle hand. “Let Stephanie handle it,” she said. “She’s not a little girl anymore.”

As the camera lingered, the pub fell silent. Roman polished glasses in the background, a silent witness to yet another Johnson-Brady storm. Stephanie sat motionless, staring into the middle distance, the weight of betrayal settling over her. And, true to Days tradition, the jukebox began to play a melancholy ballad about mistakes and second chances — because in Salem, even the music understands heartbreak.

The Dominoes Begin to Fall

As the episode drew to a close, two key threads promised explosive developments ahead. At the community center, Abe and Liam’s fragile truce marked the beginning of a volatile yet transformative relationship. Hank Northrup’s Liam is shaping up to be one of the most compelling new additions to Salem in years — a man haunted by a past that’s bound to collide with Abe’s mission for redemption.

Meanwhile, the revelation about EJ DiMera has set the stage for an impending showdown. Stephanie’s next move could redefine not just her relationship with the DiMeras but the balance of power in Salem itself. Will she expose EJ publicly? Or will she play his game, striking back with the same cunning he’s famous for?

The emotional stakes have never been higher. Steve’s paternal rage, Kayla’s quiet wisdom, Stephanie’s wounded pride, and EJ’s calculated deceit are all hurtling toward a confrontation that promises to shake the foundations of Salem’s elite.

A Classic Days Ending — With a Promise of More

By the episode’s final frame, the mood was unmistakable — calm before the storm. Abe’s mentorship storyline offered a note of fragile hope, while the Johnson-Brady saga hinted at the chaos to come. The writing was sharp, the performances electric, and the pacing relentless, reminding longtime fans why Days of Our Lives continues to reign as daytime’s most enduring saga.

Salem’s peace is once again an illusion. Secrets are ticking time bombs. And when they explode, they’ll take reputations, relationships, and maybe even lives with them.

So, if you missed today’s episode, don’t wait — stream it now. Pour a glass of wine, silence your phone, and prepare to be pulled back into the irresistible madness that is Days of Our Lives. Because in Salem, tomorrow isn’t just another day. It’s another chance to love, lie, and live to fight another scandal.