Just as Salem is about to calm down, Sarah Brady suddenly finds herself in the spotlight.

She uncovers a shocking secret involving EJ DiMera – and isn’t afraid to confront it head-on.

Meanwhile, Johnny DiMera and Chanel Dupree, the two most innocent people in this power struggle, are caught in a “hidden game” they don’t understand.

The story begins when Sarah goes to Marlena Evans for advice.

While investigating a mysterious disappearance, she discovers traces of EJ tampering with police records. At first, Sarah thinks it’s a misunderstanding, but the more she digs, the more she sees the threads connecting EJ to the case — and to Johnny.

Meanwhile, Johnny and Chanel live under the illusion that they’re safe. But EJ is pulling the strings from afar, trying to protect his son from scandal — unwittingly making Johnny a “scapegoat.” As the truth unfolds, Sarah realizes that EJ’s actions are a double-edged sword: both to hide her guilt and to exploit her family.

Marlena warns, “If you continue, you’re going to go up against the entire DiMera clan.” Sarah replies, “I don’t care.” The line has fans excited – as it’s the first time a female character has openly declared war on EJ after knowing how dangerous he is.

The episode ends with Sarah seeing Johnny and Chanel arguing, the lights in the house going out – and the phone ringing with the message: “You better stop before it’s too late.” Who sent that text? EJ, or someone else? Days of Our Lives is entering a gray area where enemies and victims switch places in a breath.