In the Days of Our Lives episode that aired on February 4, 2025, the drama escalates as Stephanie makes a bold decision and relationships take unexpected turns.
The episode kicks off with Kayla and Abe discussing their concerns about the complicated dynamics between Alex, Joy, and Stephanie, acknowledging that the situation could soon become a major issue. Later, Stephanie enters the office and reveals what happened at Jada’s wedding, explaining that she went there to handle some press matters, including issuing a release regarding her decision to leave the show. She confesses to Kate that she had quit her PR job for her own well-being and regrets choosing her career over Alex. She also acknowledges that Alex and Joy are involved, and while she is hurt, she wants to move forward.
Meanwhile, Alex and Joy share a moment of intimacy, but their excitement turns to dread when they learn their characters are being written off the show. They joke that it could be an April Fools’ prank, but Joy isn’t so sure. The episode also introduces a mysterious “masked hater,” who marks red Xs on photos of Alex, Joy, and others connected to the storyline, hinting at a darker force at play.
Joy brings up Valentine’s Day, asking Alex if they should take a trip, but Alex insists they should take things slow, hinting at his still-present feelings for Stephanie. As he reflects on his conversation with Stephanie, he receives a text from her, asking to talk.
At the same time, Hattie learns her character is also being killed off when she reads her lines, and the masked hater marks her photo with a red X, along with Kayla’s. Things get even more intense as Alex rushes to Stephanie’s place, where she tells him about quitting her job and wanting to give their relationship another chance. She admits to knowing about his fling with Joy, but Alex explains that it was casual, and he wants to be with Stephanie.
Elsewhere, Hattie and Leo discuss a mysterious script, and Leo questions if the stalker is behind the strange happenings. As the episode unfolds, Hattie and Joy both pass out, and Alex collapses after trying to kiss Stephanie. Kayla and Johnny also lose consciousness, leading Abe to suspect someone might be orchestrating this chaos. In a chilling final scene, the masked hater pins up an unmarked photo of Abe, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats, wondering who’s behind the sinister plot.
The episode builds on the suspense with the mystery of the stalker, the escalating tension between the characters, and the shocking developments around the red Xs, suggesting that danger is looming over Salem.