Season 61

Brady confronts Kristen. EJ tries to throw Chad off the scent. Leo has a frosty run-in with Gwen. Cat clues Rafe in.

Belle warns Philip. Alex and Jada share an awkward encounter. Stephanie and Xander discuss her PR plan. Ari demands answers from Gabi.

Kayla makes a suggestion to Stephanie. Brady shares his suspicions with Steve. Alex apologizes to Sarah. Tate and Holly have a surprise run in with Sophia.

Gabi takes matters into her own hands. Alex advises Xander. Philip and Belle bond. Johnny and Chanel's romantic plans get interrupted. Sarah vents to Marlena.

Holly confronts Sophia. Kayla gives Steve a hint. Brady gets unsettling news. Cat asks EJ for a job. Gwen blasts Leo.

Brady makes a shocking discovery. Marlena praises Tate. Cat and Felicity celebrate Aaron's homecoming. Chad comforts Thomas.

Brady updates Tate about an investigation. Melinda tries to calm Sophia. Marlena is tormented by her dreams. Chad confides his true feelings to Cat.

Cat and Brady bond. Holly and Tate enjoy some romance. Ari gets stuck with Aaron. Xander and Marlena discuss the root of his anger. Gabi encourages Philip.

Johnny refuses to give EJ credit. Chanel considers adoption. Marlena asks Belle for a favor. Gabi reports to Tony. Philip tests Xander.

Jack and Jennifer come home for JJ’s birthday. Jack and Gwen take one step forward and two steps back. Chad worries about Cat. Tate catches Sophia in another lie. Brady and Steve search for answers.

Xander and Philip flip out. Gabi tries to stay one step ahead of the Kiriakis brothers. Gwen complains to EJ. Jack and Jennifer receive unsettling news.

EJ calls Chad out on his feelings for Cat. Stephanie celebrates with Alex. Xander and Philip bond. Gabi reminds Tony of their deal. Theo returns to Salem.

Abe and Paulina offer their support to Theo. Belle opens up to Shawn. Stephanie confronts Steve. Kayla and Marlena catch up.

Chanel is ready to start a family with Johnny. Leo and Javi find themselves on the same page. Stephanie trusts Alex with a secret. Brady gets a clue from Tate. Rachel vents to Holly.

Holly offers Johnny support. Tate seizes an opportunity with Sophia. Brady fills Steve in about a hunch. Kristen is stunned by Rachel. Javi open up to Leo.

Tate lashes out at Holly. Sophia vents to Ari. At Victoria’s birthday party, Sarah sees Xander in a new light. Philip sticks to his story.

Tony hijacks the "One Stormy Night" press conference. Alex and Stephanie argue. Theo catches up with Chad. Xander is annoyed by Sarah. Leo confronts Gabi.

EJ and Cat find common ground. Marlena advises Brady to protect Rachel. Sarah asks for Xander's forgiveness. Steve needs a favor from Kayla. Thomas asks Chad if he likes Cat.

Ari tells Holly not to give up on Tate. Tate discreetly presses Sophia for answers. Leo and Javi worry about their future with Tesoro. Chanel asks Paulina to help her adopt a child.

Brady considers making a career switch. Alex and Stephanie take the next step in their relationship. JJ apologizes to Gabi. Theo warns Jada about JJ.

Brady urges Tate to make things right. Sophia tricks Holly. Johnny worries to Chanel. Rafe and Sarah bond. Marlena gets troubling news.

EJ reveals his plans to Stephanie. Maggie confronts Tony. Alex, Brady, Philip and Xander butt heads. Chad shares his concerns with Cat.

Johnny and Chanel remain happy and optimistic about the adoption. Melinda warns Sophia. Paulina encourages Theo to work for DiMera. Kayla senses Stephanie is nervous. Julie supports Foster.

Belle confronts EJ. Marlena passes out. Sophia plots against Johnny and Chanel. Sara tries to persuade Xander. Cat and Chad enjoy some romance.

The blackout continues in Salem. Xander and Sarah come to an agreement. Stephanie does a Q&A. Alex helps out Chanel and Felicity. Philip, Brady and Gabi find themselves trapped.

Marlena opens up to Susan. EJ confesses to Belle. Leo helps Gwen. Rachel shocks Thomas. Chad and Cat share a romantic moment.

Theo is confronted by JJ. Belle is firm with EJ. Chad and Cat reach a turning point. Jada updates Paulina. Xander makes inroads with Sarah.

EJ makes a deal with Stephanie. Holly pushes Tate away. Sophia puts her plan in motion. Johnny and Chanel are blindsided. Kayla gives Brady surprising news.

Chanel is devastated. Sophia panics. Tate confides in Brady. Maggie gives Holly some tough love.

Julie embraces a family member's homecoming. Stephanie opens up to Alex. Paulina scolds EJ. Gwen and Cat catch up. Chad worries about Thomas.

Cat and Rafe make a plan. Kayla advises Jennifer. Thomas confronts Chad. Jeremy stuns Stephanie.

Ari tries to cheer up Holly. Johnny and Chanel brainstorm. Sophia fools Tate. Brady shares a theory with Sarah. JJ opens up to Jada.

Xander, Philip, and Maggie face off with Tony. Johnny and Chanel get an assist from Rafe. Sarah comes to a realization. Holly swears Ari to secrecy. Tate goes looking for Holly.

Jennifer, Jack and Julie reminisce about Jennifer’s 40 years in Salem. JJ remains troubled. Chad breaks the hard truth to Cat. Thomas makes a bold request.

Holly prepares to take a trip. Brady, Johnny, and Chanel compare notes. Ari updates Tate. Sarah confides in Kayla. Leo and Javi worry about Tesoro.

Holly and Maggie face a heartfelt parting. Brady shares life-changing news with Tate. Marlena questions Rachel. EJ agrees to Cat’s request. Chad and Jennifer clash.

Belle worries about Marlena. Susan urges EJ to have patience. Theo shocks Abe. Xander apologizes to Sarah. Tony pulls the rug out from under Gabi.

Holly and Ari are reunited. Tate makes Aaron anxious. Sophia confesses to Melinda. Johnny and Chanel worry. Theo gets support from Paulina, but not from Abe.

Cat shares her concerns with Rafe. Jeremy advises Chad. Leo confronts EJ. Alex and Stephanie celebrate.

Tate and Holly team up. Brady and Johnny touch base on Sophia. Steve and Kayla enjoy a day off together. Stephanie and Alex come up with a plan.

Sarah confronts EJ. Steve and Brady search for Sophia. Johnny and Chanel are left in the dark. Javi and Leo worry about Tesoro.

Gabi and Theo come to an understanding. Xander questions Philip. Sarah consults Marlena. EJ tries to butter up Belle. Abe and Paulina clash.

Cat encourages Mark. EJ and Chad reflect on family struggles. Stephanie and Alex plan ahead. Leo is caught by Rita. Jeremy connects with Thomas.

Sarah gives the hard truth to Amy about Sophia. Brady and Tate commiserate. Rachel’s memory sparks concern for Marlena. Ari and Holly face consequences for the dorm fire.

Sarah forces the truth out of Xander. Johnny and Chanel confide their fears. Leo and Javi have a run-in with Amy. Stephanie and Alex navigate the past.

EJ gives Gwen an order. Leo shares his troubles with Chad. Sarah confronts Philip. Maggie clashes with Xander. Brady apologizes to Cat.

Marlena advises Xander. Brady takes Sarah on a field trip. EJ shares troubling news with Cat. Jennifer encourages Chad. Theo challenges JJ.

Abe meets his literacy mentee, Liam. Steve shares his discomfort with Kayla. Theo warns Paulina. JJ gives Jada good news. Stephanie demands answers from Jeremy.

Jeremy manages to uplift Amy’s spirits. Stephanie shares a past incident with Alex. EJ asks Cat for a favor. Johnny bolsters Chanel.

Stephanie is unmasked. Alex warns Jeremy. Johnny and Chanel face discouraging news. Cat gives Leo some information. Marlena and Chad struggle with Rachel and Thomas.

Thomas and Rachel scheme. Alex blames Jeremy. Cat supports Aaron. Leo and Javi share a bittersweet moment. A joyful new beginning awaits Johnny and Chanel.

Tate and Holly come to an agreement. Aaron comforts Ari. Brady grounds Rachel. Xander and Sarah share a frosty encounter. Philip updates Kate.

It's adoption day for Tesoro. Paulina and Marlena remember the past and celebrate the future. EJ congratulates Johnny and Chanel. Gabi teases Ari. Leo and Javi find solace in each other.

Stephanie and Alex make an interesting discovery. Roman cautions Paulina. Gabi comforts Javi. Gwen sympathizes with EJ. Theo alarms Abe.

Mark meets his new mentor. EJ has a testy exchange with Abe. Gwen gets an assignment. Thomas and Jennifer misread Chad’s attempt to comfort Cat.

Tate and Holly’s project sends the Hortons down memory lane. Jeremy presses Marie and Julie to reveal family secrets. Jennifer unloads her worries to Kayla. Chad and Mike bond.

Sami makes a surprise return to Salem. Philip confides in Lucas. Jennifer threatens Chad. EJ comforts Cat. Maggie and Julie reminisce.

Sami throws a shower for Johnny, Chanel, and Trey. Abe confides in Lani. Rafe learns troubling news. The day is too much for Marlena.

Salem gathers for the long-awaited gala celebrating the new Dr. Tom Horton Free Clinic. A confidential task keeps Gwen on edge. Sami has a run-in with EJ. Will shares a tender moment with Marlena. Cat and Leo work at cross purposes.

The gala continues as guests reflect on moments from the hospital's history and their lives. Maggie gives Sarah news about Xander. Jack reassures Jennifer. Eli questions EJ.

Sarah makes a breakthrough. Eric and Belle have words with EJ. Brady reassures Rachel. Javi accuses Gabi.

Chad vents to Gabi. EJ, Rafe, and Lucas discuss their mutual ex. Xander and Brady question each other. Theo and Jada go on a date.

Johnny and Chanel struggle with the baby. EJ tries to reach Johnny. Cat fends off a robbery. Leo "helps" Chad move on. Shawn supports Belle.

Xander thanks Brady. Rachel sets her sights on Sarah. Rafe and Cat hit a wall. Justin warns Jennifer. Jeremy advises Chad.

Rachel confronts Brady and Sarah. Kayla is suspicious of EJ. Rolf and Mark work on a mysterious experiment. Gabi and Ari bond. Aaron tries to get through to Sophia.

Marlena confronts EJ. Kayla shares news with Belle. Sarah’s life is put in danger. Brady demands answers from Rachel. Gwen corners Leo.

Holly nails an interview. Aaron has an awkward encounter with Chanel. Tate confides in Ari. Alex presses Stephanie. Brady reveals a hard truth to Belle.

Roman ropes Steve and Kayla into playing a trivia game. Gabi and Philip go on a date. Xander interrupts a close moment between Brady and Sarah. Jennifer is honest with Julie.

Brady and Tate watch over Rachel. Belle surprises Marlena. Alex worries about Stephanie’s safety. The Bradys count their blessings at a Pub Thanksgiving celebration.

The Hortons are missing a Thanksgiving guest. Philip joins the Hernandez family for dinner. Leo expresses his love for Javi with a special dessert. The DiMera crypt hosts a surprising reunion.

Sarah shocks Maggie. Gwen takes pity on Xander. EJ and Theo team up. Abe, Paulina, Johnny, and Chanel's Thanksgiving meal is delayed.

Leo and Javi have a scratchy encounter with Gwen. Cat asks EJ for help. Kayla confirms Marlena's diagnoses. Belle asks Paulina for support. Brady struggles to get through to Rachel.

Marlena confides in Leo. Kate and Maggie talk Titan business. Tate makes a promise to Brady. Holly frets to Ari. Sophia shocks Rachel.

Cat triggers EJ's memory. Steve comes between Alex and Stephanie. Chanel debates with Johnny. Holly cheers up Tate. Rachel and Sophia bond.

EJ becomes fixated on his past. Jack advises Thomas. Gabi warns Theo. Cat offers Jennifer a deal. Kristen and Tony update Chad.

Jada's date night with Theo is interrupted. Gabi and Philip grow concerned. Cat questions EJ. Paulina comforts Abe. Chad, Kristen, and Tony debate escape options.

Susan catches EJ and Cat in a compromising position. Javi overhears Rafe. Gwen rejects Leo's suggestion. The DiMera captives make a bone chilling discovery.

Alex surprises Stephanie. Paulina tries to reassure a worried Chanel. Tate fills Holly in on his dilemma. Brady and Sarah commiserate. Rachel is influenced by Sophia.

Xander opens up to Marlena. Sparks fly between Brady and Sarah. Extra precautions don't sit well with Johnny and Chanel. Gabi defends herself to Javi. Rafe and Jada search for answers.

Stephanie and Alex talk about their future. Maggie upsets Jeremy. Gwen protests when EJ decides to go after Leo. Rafe warns Cat. Chad expresses his fears to Theo.

Alex and Stephanie panic. Jada takes action. Steve makes a decision. Susan turns on Gwen. Chad and Theo fill in the newest captive.

Chanel consoles Johnny. Cat and Rafe clash. Gabi lashes out at Javi. Gwen tries to scare Leo.

Belle reassures Marlena. Xander questions Sarah. Brady and Tate try to comfort Rachel. Kristen accuses EJ.

Stephanie, Alex and Steve brainstorm. Jeremy and Liam bond. Jennifer gives Thomas bad news. Paulina supports Abe. Theo and Chad contemplate their mortality.

Ari takes advice from Kate. Chanel hides frightening news from Johnny. Gabi suppresses her guilt with Philip. Another captive is dumped inside the DiMera crypt.

The DiMera kidnapper is finally revealed. Paulina offers sympathy to Marlena. Belle advises Brady. Tate gives Holly bad news.

The DiMeras fear for their lives. Peter reveals a secret. Gwen and Gabi commiserate. Leo schemes to best EJ.

Rafe and Jada search for the missing DiMeras. The DiMera captives fight for their freedom. Julie postpones Christmas. Eli and Lani arrive in Salem.

Marlena surprises Rachel. Brady confronts Kristen. Abe and Paulina worry about Theo. Johnny shares a moment with EJ. Sarah gives Chanel an update on her recent test results.

Brady and Sarah bond. Xander apologizes to Maggie. Jeremy helps Julie prepare for the ornament-hanging party. Jack and Jennifer bring Thomas and Charlotte home. Lani comforts JJ.

Rafe delivers bad news to Gabi. Steve and Kayla have the perfect farewell to Christmas. Alex and Stephanie get a moment alone. Marlena finds comfort with Roman. Lucas and Philip share Christmas with Kate.

Johnny shares his growing fear with Chanel. Tony and Anna have a joyous reunion. Javi questions Leo. Gwen tells EJ her plan. Kate teams up with Xander.

Kristen is forced to make a difficult decision. Melinda and Belle strike a deal. The DiMera brothers contemplate their options. Cat and Chad have an awkward run-in. Rachel and Sophia receive visitors on New Year's Eve.

Chanel resents Johnny. Gabi and Gwen bond. The Hernandez family prepares for Javi's upcoming marriage to Leo. Leo asks Marlena for help.

Today is Leo and Javi's New Year's Eve wedding day. Gwen becomes frustrated. Kayla surprises Steve. Alex gives Stephanie a late Christmas gift.

Leo and Javi face a life-altering challenge. Gwen finds herself in hot water. Julie advises Jeremy. Holly surprises Tate. Sarah rings in the New Year with Brady.

Abe and Paulina receive a New Year's miracle. Marlena gets Leo to open up. Dimitri faces off with Gwen.

Kate gives Bonnie bad news. Alex puts his foot down with Xander. Rafe and Jada brainstorm. Kristen makes a difficult decision.

Kristen makes a proposal to Rafe. Theo grapples with the reality of being a DiMera. Stephanie explodes on Alex. Belle and Chad agree to help each other move on. Philip and Gabi make plans.

Chanel stands her ground with Johnny. Sarah opens up to Maggie. Xander lashes out at Brady. Leo proves his love to Javi. Dimitri gets the upper hand on Gwen.

Dimitri shocks Leo. Maggie confronts Xander. Sarah comforts Brady. Steve and Alex object to Stephanie's idea.

Cat questions Gwen. Dimitri spins a story for Rafe. Kristen persuades Sarah. Brady voices his concerns to Rachel's doctor. Sophia asks Rachel for a favor.

Leo opens up to Chad. Gwen questions Kristen. Holly asks Ari to join a sorority with her. Brady and Tate discuss Basic Black. Rachel and Sophia plot.

Brady confides in Marlena. Maggie vents to Julie. Sarah confronts Xander. Jeremy advises Rachel. Jada congratulates Stephanie.

Javi receives troubling news. Leo presses Gwen. Johnny tips Rafe off. Cat attempts a break in. Chanel confides in Theo.

Chanel and Johnny prepare for Trey's christening. Gabi and Rafe question Ari. Leo shares a bittersweet moment with Javi. Sophia is shocked to see Holly.

Sarah gives Marlena an update on her health condition. Brady and Kristen clash. Julie receives advice from Foster. Leo pleads for Javi to stay. Gwen confronts Dimitri.

Jack and Jennifer meet with Chad to decide Thomas and Charlotte's custody. Cat opens up to Felicity. Julie hosts her first book club with Foster, Marlena and Maggie. Jeremy encourages Thomas.

JJ and Theo reconnect. Philip and Gabi enjoy a flirtatious date. Stephanie and Jada spend the day "wedding shopping." Steve shadows Alex. Jeremy opens up to Julie.

Julie supports Jeremy. Marlena confides in Belle. Jennifer questions Chad. Stephanie and Alex are shaken by a sudden development. Jada updates Steve.

Cat and Rafe ponder their respective cases. EJ lays into Gwen. Kristen puts Sarah on notice. Johnny and Chanel enjoy some romance.

The bones found in the DiMera crypt are identified. Kristen rejects EJ's sympathy. Chad withholds information from Theo. Paulina worries about Chanel. Abe works with Liam.

Kayla and Marlena celebrate milestones. Johnny asks Kate about a business matter. Alex, Stephanie, Jada and Steve finalize a plan to catch the stalker. Rafe delivers disturbing news to Abe.

Chanel reaches out to Sophia. Gabi warns Ari. Jennifer promises to help Chad. Johnny gives good news to Bonnie.

Marlena puts Xander on notice. Sarah is honest with Brady. Kristen and Belle try to prep Rachel. Leo tries to get Dimitri out of his head. Gwen goes on the offense.

Jeremy vents to Julie. Rafe squeezes info about the DiMera kidnappings out of Liam. Gabi questions Theo. Gwen updates EJ on her plan to take down Dimitri. Kristen and Brady clash over Rachel's treatment.

EJ and Cat share a fraught moment. Susan admits she was wrong. Rafe and Eli question Vivian. Gwen's plan goes live. Dimitri dares Leo to give in.

Vivian spins a convincing story. Rafe and Eli discover new information. Liam apologizes to Abe. Philip surprises Gabi.

Holly and Sophia reconcile. Rafe and Ari comfort Gabi. Tate helps Brady get through to Rachel. Rafe questions Kristen.

Those who loved, or hated, Stefano DiMera prepare for his memorial. Abe is taken aback by Theo's request. Chanel cautions Johnny. A moment between Marlena and Roman upsets Kate. Chad asks EJ and Kristen to play nice.

Alex and Jeremy have a heated confrontation. Jada agrees to help Stephanie. Eli surprises Julie. Gabi asks Gwen for a favor. Leo and Dimitri discuss the nature of their relationship.

The DiMeras say a final goodbye to Stefano. EJ receives a special gift. Tony makes a suggestion to Chad. Marlena, Belle, and Brady lambaste Kristen.

It's Valentine's Day in Salem. Leo opens up to Marlena. Gwen senses a shift in EJ. Dimitri fights for his freedom. Kristen offers Brady joint custody of Rachel.

Chad makes plans to leave Salem. EJ invites Cat to dinner. Johnny and Chanel share a romantic Valentine's afternoon. Stephanie and Jada surprise Alex.

Holly loses her cool. Brady opens up to Tate. Gwen and Julie trade icy barbs. Xander and Sarah share a bittersweet moment. Marlena, Maggie, and Julie reminisce about Valentine's Days past.

Gwen instructs Xander. Brady proceeds with caution with Sarah. Leo and Dimitri work together. Philip bolsters Gabi's spirits. EJ bonds with Susan.

Chad and the kids leave Salem. Steve and Kayla celebrate their anniversary. Jack and Jennifer wish Jeremy well. Stephanie and Alex enjoy their honeymoon night.

Theo and Jada pick up where they left off. Gabi takes care of Philip. Brady and Kristen set boundaries with Rachel. Cat tries to jog EJ's memory. Gwen and Xander connect.

Sophia remains determined to ruin Holly's life. Kristen and Gwen catch up. Brady and Sarah attempt to sneak in a kiss. Leo and Dimitri put a plan in motion. Xander struggles with feelings for Sarah.

Leo and Dimitri arrive in Alamainia and receive a not-so-warm welcome. Ivan is anxious to tie up loose ends. Gabi and Jada feel positive about their respective romances. EJ questions Rita about Cat. Rafe delivers surprising news to Gabi.

Stephanie's stalker makes his move. Steve and Jada go over evidence. Kayla makes a shocking discovery. Alex shares good news with Justin.

Steve hits the streets to find Stephanie. Kayla blasts EJ. Alex makes a vow. Stephanie encounters her kidnapper. Chanel and Sarah bond over motherhood.

Holly snaps at Ari. EJ makes Liam an offer. Philip encourages Gabi. Cat and Rafe frantically try to find Stephanie. Leo tries to convince Dimitri.

Johnny apologizes to Chanel. Sophia plays hardball with Rachel. Tate comforts Holly. Paulina supports Theo. Abe and EJ discuss their agreement.

Marlena manages to get through to Kayla. Alex and Brady team up to find Stephanie. Steve and Jada search for leads. Leo and Dimitri share their fears. Stephanie tries to free herself.

Stephanie is stunned to learn the identity of her stalker. Rolf busies himself with the pod. Maggie keeps Julie company. Gabi consoles Philip.

Justin comforts Alex. Xander and Kate lay out their plan. Theo makes Johnny an offer. Stephanie remains stuck with Jeremy. EJ and Gwen pay a visit to the person in the pod.

Marlena cautions Xander. Maggie and Sarah question Holly's behavior. Gwen vents to Cat. Paulina questions EJ. Tate asks Ari for help.

Brady lectures Tate and Holly. Sarah and Xander have a bit of a thaw. Johnny and Chanel face a crucial appointment. Melinda tries to get through to Sophia.

Roman and Abe comfort Kayla. Steve and Jada continue to pour over tips. Stephanie plans an escape. EJ shocks Paulina.

Gwen tries to get Melinda to switch sides. Gabi and Theo bond. Paulina rips into EJ. Javi offers Leo a chance for them to reconcile.

Belle leans on Brady. Kristen struggles with her emotions. Dimitri and Leo finalize a plan. Liam asks Ari out.

Xander and Sarah share a nice moment. Steve and Brady question what they believe about Jeremy. Stephanie pulls a fast one on her stalker. EJ compliments Johnny. Paulina confides in Chanel.

Steve turns to Rafe for help. Kayla reaches out to Cat. Rolf makes a shocking discovery. Stephanie and Jeremy work together. EJ reveals his plan to Paulina.

Jeremy embraces Stephanie. Cat confronts EJ. Steve and Brady track down Stephanie’s kidnapper. Alex helps Rafe.

Brady grills Owen. Alex apologizes to Jeremy. Rafe reports to Paulina. Cat impulsively kisses EJ.

Ari opens up to Gabi. Sarah gives Holly advice. Leo and Dimitri wonder what's left for them in Salem. Gwen and Philip have an exasperating first encounter. Marlena comforts Rachel.

Leo and Dimitri find themselves in danger. Philip confesses to Gabi. Klaus stalks Liam. JJ and Theo bond. Belle interrogates EJ.

Paulina lies to Abe. EJ surprises Gwen. Leo and Dimitri defend themselves to Andrew. Liam is confronted by Klaus. JJ and Shawn are involved in a shootout.

Holly shares her fears with Sarah. Belle updates Jada. Shawn presses JJ for the truth. Rachel gives Tate a gift for Holly. Ari tends to Liam.

Gabi offers Philip comfort. Sarah talks with Maggie about her feelings for Xander. Rachel gives Brady her blessing. Tate has trouble reconnecting with Holly. Liam lies to Ari.

Marlena makes a chilling discovery. Sarah calls out EJ. Kristen and Rachel prepare to face the consequences of EJ's shooting. Ari gives Liam good news. Leo and Gwen trade insults.

Jada asks Shawn to move in with her. JJ opens up to Theo. Marlena and EJ find common ground. Kristen is defiant at the hearing. Belle fights to prevent charges against Rachel.

Kristen threatens Marlena. The judge's ruling devastates Rachel. Johnny and Chanel get ready for the adoption hearing. EJ steps up.