While the DiMera household is in turmoil over EJ’s disappearance, the investigation is far from unified.

This week, Cat Greene and Rafe Hernandez have a clash that’s so intense you’ll want to throw your phone: a heated argument about the suspect and the next steps.

The tension isn’t about who’s louder, but about each believing they’re right.

Cat is stubborn and assertive, seeing things from a different perspective, while Rafe maintains his police vibe: wanting order, evidence, and procedure.

But Salem doesn’t give you time to follow each step. And the more they argue, the more they waste precious time that could be used to save EJ.

This confrontation makes fans nervous because it creates a loophole for the villain. When the good guys split into sides, the villains can just watch and then push things further. A piece of false information, a misleading clue, or simply keeping Cat and Rafe suspicious of each other, is enough to divert the investigation. And true to Days’ style, the drama isn’t just for show; it’s a signal: someone is trying to distract Salem, to prevent the disappearance from being solved quickly.

Meanwhile, Gabi also unleashes drama in a different way: exploding under interrogation and being pressed about the Titans. Javi’s suspicions and relentless questioning, coupled with Tony’s promise of the CEO position, create a tense atmosphere between them. Gabi isn’t the meek type, and the more cornered she is, the more likely she is to retaliate. But Gabi’s counterattacks are easily exposed: excessive anger, excessive defensiveness, every statement seems to be hiding something. And so Salem has another emotional bombshell: while everyone is focused on EJ, Gabi is being dragged into another power struggle, where a single misstep could cost her both her career and reputation.