Salem is in turmoil again when Theo Carver suddenly “turned the car” with his own father – Mayor Abe Carver, in a decision that everyone could not believe.

After months of silence, Theo announced that he would join DiMera Enterprises, a powerful and dangerous business empire.

What surprised the villagers was not that Theo wanted to assert himself, but that he chose the right person who had confronted his biological father to join hands with.

Abe, who had been through countless political events, could not understand why his beloved son chose that path.

When Theo stood before him, his eyes full of determination, saying: “I want to create my own path, without anyone to guide me,” — Abe was stunned. He realized that this battle was no longer about work, but a collision between two generations, two ideologies.

However, in the darkness of this deal, there was more than just the dream of starting a business. Some sources in Salem believe that Theo was approached by Tony DiMera earlier, using power and promises to lure him to his side. If true, this plan is not just Theo’s rebellion — it is a grand scheme to destroy Abe from within.

The confrontation between father and son in the office is one of the most intense moments. Abe throws the pen down on the table, his voice low but trembling: “You’re digging your own grave, Theo.” In response, Theo just looks straight: “Or you’re building your own empire.” There is a long silence, before Theo leaves, leaving his father’s pained eyes.

Not only Abe, but Belle Black – his close friend – also noticed something unusual. She said that recently Marlena Evans (Belle’s mother) often appeared confused, forgetful and left in the middle of conversations. Belle suspected that something was being hidden, possibly related to Tony’s plan and Theo’s sudden change. All of this adds up to the feeling that Salem is on the verge of a major conspiracy – where people who seemed close become enemies.

Abe finally admits to Belle: “I’m afraid I’ll lose her forever this time.” And it’s a line that leaves viewers speechless. Salem has never been at peace, but never has such a powerful father been so desperate for his own child.