Salem is far from calm this week — tensions mount, emotions spill, and betrayals simmer just beneath the surface.

The Days of Our Lives spoilers for Sept. 29–Oct. 3 promise love tested, alliances shaken, and mysterious plots coming to light.

Monday–Tuesday: Confessions, Closeness & Cracks in the Façade

The week opens dramatically: Marlena turns to Susan for solace, while EJ bares his heart to Belle in what might be his most vulnerable moment yet.

Meanwhile, Chad and Cat grow closer — their bond is deepening just as storms gather around them. Leo steps in to help Gwen, and Rachel drops a shocking twist that rattles Thomas’s world.

By Tuesday, JJ confronts Theo, forcing truths to surface. Belle draws a line with EJ — will he fight for her or retreat? Chad and Cat reach a turning point in their relationship. And Xander begins to maneuver his way back into Sarah’s world.

Midweek: Deals, Deceptions & Devastation

Wednesday brings intense developments. EJ cuts a deal with Stephanie that could ripple through multiple relationships. Holly pushes Tate away, evoking heartbreak and confusion. Sophia escalates her plan — she’s pulling strings behind the scenes with unseen consequences. Johnny and Chanel are blindsided by an unexpected shock. Meanwhile, a surprise medical update from Kayla shakes Brady to his core.

Thursday–Friday: Panic, Pain & Reunion

On Thursday, Chanel faces devastation. Sophia’s panic grows — is she losing control over her own scheme? Tate opens his heart to Brady in shared trust. Holly receives tough love from Maggie, possibly forcing her to face truths she’s denied.

Then Friday arrives with emotional catharsis. Julie welcomes a family member home in a moment of warmth. Stephanie opens up to Alex in a vulnerable exchange. Paulina confronts EJ with hard words. Gwen and Cat reconnect after turbulence.And Chad’s worry for Thomas deepens — something darker may be lurking.

Why This Week Matters

• Sophia’s scheme seems to be at the heart of the week’s tension — her moves could topple Johnny and Chanel’s aspirations and possibly destroy lives in the process.

• Chad & Cat are at a crossroads: intimacy draws them together, but hidden threats could pull them apart.

• EJ’s emotional confession and dealmaking may redefine his relationships, especially with Belle.

• Unexpected returns and reunions, especially Julie’s, hint at deeper undercurrents of family, loyalty, and buried history.