If Paulina is dragging Theo into the game of power, Julie is struggling to regain trust, and Stephanie is facing a secret that has been revealed, then Salem this week will explode with another drama: Johnny and Chanel are excited about the plan to adopt baby Tesoro, Rafe suddenly makes a bold decision, and the whole DiMera family is about to fall into a new spiral of conflict.

Johnny DiMera and Chanel Price are in the sweetest phase.

After many emotional storms, they finally found a common joy: the plan to adopt baby Tesoro.

The image of the two together discussing the future, their eyes sparkling with hope, makes the audience emotional.

But as usual, Salem never allows complete happiness. Paulina, with her extremely protective nature towards her daughter, stands behind her to support her but also unintentionally puts pressure. Meanwhile, news of the adoption plan spread, and immediately encountered the scrutiny of the DiMera family members – who always viewed the succession as a game of power rather than a matter of love.

Johnny and Chanel had to face the question: do they really want a small, normal family, or are they ready to fight the storm of scandal from the DiMera family?

Alongside the joy of the young couple, Rafe Hernandez – the upright sheriff – fell into a difficult situation. With his position as the law, he was the one who had the final say in approving or rejecting this adoption plan. Rafe loved Johnny and Chanel, and respected Paulina even more, but he knew clearly: not everyone accepted the idea of ​​a DiMera family member raising a child.

In a climax scene, Rafe suddenly declared in front of Paulina and Chanel: “I will support you two. But remember, that means the whole of Salem will be watching your every move.” That affirmation is both a support and a heavy warning.