New years in Salem are never peaceful. While Alex is still frantically searching for Stephanie, Gabi is depressed because of Stefan,

and Titan faces the risk of collapse, spoilers confirm a familiar character is about to return: EJ DiMera.

EJ is planning to reclaim power from Xander and Kate, and wants to force Gabi to reveal inside information about DiMera Enterprises.

But the biggest twist is that he’s also teaming up with Gwen Rizczech – a sworn enemy of many in town – to build a “dark empire.”

Meanwhile, Kayla Brady and Steve Johnson are a rare ray of hope: after years of turmoil, they decide to celebrate their love privately, without extravagance, with just a dance and a long kiss under a mistletoe tree.

But don’t get your hopes up for peace just yet – spoilers confirm the final episode of the new year will end with a mysterious explosion on Titan, shaking Salem once again. Who’s behind it? Kate, Xander, or EJ himself? One thing’s certain: Days of Our Lives remains a drama masterpiece that no one can miss.