In Thursday’s episode of Days of Our Lives, a big shakeup is coming in the relationship between Ava Vitali and Brady Black. Despite their deepening connection, Ava reaches a breaking point and decides to end things with Brady. Her decision is driven by her concern for Brady’s daughter, Rachel, and the mounting tension surrounding their dynamic. Ava feels that their romance is doing more harm than good, especially with Rachel’s behavior becoming increasingly problematic.
Brady, however, isn’t ready to let go. He’s determined not to let anyone, including Rachel, dictate his love life. He’ll plead with Ava, trying to change her mind, but whether she’ll stick to her decision remains uncertain.
Meanwhile, Rachel’s behavior continues to escalate, and Kristen DiMera will find her daughter in the midst of yet another act of defiance. Kristen will be fed up and will attempt to set clear boundaries with her daughter, telling Rachel, “This has to stop,” in an effort to rein in her actions. However, with Rachel feeling more and more frustrated by her father’s romantic choices, spoilers hint that she might take drastic measures, possibly even disappearing, adding more chaos to Brady and Ava’s already strained relationship.
Elsewhere in Salem, Leo Stark’s suspicions grow regarding Javi Hernandez and Kerry. After seeing Javi wearing Kerry’s sweatshirt, Leo begins to suspect Javi might be involved in Kerry’s secret life as the Lady Whistleblower imposter. However, Marlena Evans offers some advice during an emergency therapy session, encouraging Leo to think things through carefully. A chance encounter in the town square will provide some clarity when Javi casually mentions that the sweatshirt belongs to Kerry, which could confirm Leo’s suspicions about Kerry hiding something.
On the romantic front, Tate Black is trying to win Holly Jonas over with a grand gesture that leaves her feeling special. However, the blossoming romance hits a snag when Holly starts noticing Tate’s growing closeness to the pregnant Sophia Choi, which might lead to jealousy and complications in their relationship.