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In today’s Days of our Lives recap for Monday, November 9, 2026, a dramatic entrance derails Lexie’s memorial, and Kristen drops her disguise for an ally.
Getaway Get-up
At the Brady Pub, Kristen promptly left the memorial when she saw the real Susan about to enter. She made her way through Horton Town Square, where she was spotted by Lani, who had gotten the okay from Jada to attend Lexie's memorial. Lani called out to “Susan.” Kristen, realizing she was busted, turned around and revealed herself to Lani. Before the friends could say much more, Tony and Anna approached.
Kristen resumed her “Susan” persona and greeted the returning couple. She explained that she had come to support EJ and to say goodbye to “nice, nice, nice” Lexie. Tony and Anna invited “Susan” to accompany them to the memorial, but she declined and claimed she would be there soon. After the duo departed, Lani – having backed up Kristen’s story – took Kristen for a more private conversation in the park.
At the park, Kristen filled Lani in on her plan to discreetly say goodbye to her sister. EJ’s arrival had upended those plans, and she’d been forced to make a quick getaway. Kristen understood she had to leave town again immediately because not only was EJ after her, but Brady didn’t want her anywhere near Rachel. Tearing up, Kristen admitted that she couldn’t blame him. She thought it best that she stay away from her daughter for the time being as well.
Lani offered her support, and even accepted Kristen’s burner phone number. She would contact Kristen at once if anything else arose regarding Rachel or the rest of the family. The friends embraced and said their goodbyes.
We Meet at Last
Back at the pub, Dominic Marino surveyed the scene from afar before making his grand entrance. He introduced himself to EJ as EJ’s brother. As a shaken Marlena and Belle silently retreated to the table, EJ harshly refuted Dominic’s warm greeting. The sight of Stefano’s phoenix ring on Dominic’s finger sent EJ into a rage. He demanded to know if Rita had given Dominic the ring.
Trying to ease tensions, Chad stepped between the men and offered Dominic a more friendly introduction. Susan, however, followed her son’s lead when she entered the fray and demanded to know Dominic’s identity. When EJ informed her that the man could possibly be his brother, Susan sized Dominic up and grabbed hold of his hand with the ring on it. She obliged EJ’s request to give the men a few moments of privacy.
Dominic resumed his friendly demeanor, and Chad asked why he was there. Dominic claimed the “excitement” had gotten the best of him, and his response earned the ire of both brothers. Dominic apologized and clarified he meant that he had been waiting in anxious anticipation to meet his family. Upon the word family, he chanced a meaningful glance at Marlena. Dominic had also wanted to pay respects to his departed sister.
EJ snapped that Dominic hadn’t even known Lexie. Dominic explained that “Father” had always spoken highly of his “Alexandra,” and Dominic regretted that he’d never had the opportunity to meet her. He did look forward to seeing the rest of his siblings. EJ testily informed Dominic that he’d just missed Kristen and had in fact done the woman a favor. At Dominic’s puzzled inquiry, EJ suggested that he had unfinished business with their sister.
Tony and Anna arrived shortly thereafter and were confused to discover Susan had apparently beat them to the memorial. Before they could investigate, Dominic approached and introduced himself, adding to their confusion. Anna assumed Dominic was a colleague of Lexie’s, but Dominic set the record straight about his identity. Tony and Anna were taken aback, and Anna openly wondered about Dominic’s mother. In response to Anna’s question, Dominic nodded towards Marlena and replied, “She is.”
Secret Son?
Meanwhile, Marlena had been sitting at the table with Belle and struggling to absorb the turn of events. Susan briefly joined the women, but Belle fended off inquiries from Susan about Marlena’s well-being. Susan eventually went to help Roman in the kitchen, gifting Dominic with another evil eye upon her exit.
After Dominic made the declaration about Marlena to the stunned onlookers, he approached her and Belle. Dominic apologized for not returning Marlena’s call, but he’d thought it best to have an in-person conversation. “I waited a long time for this moment. It’s a privilege and a pleasure to meet you,” Dominic said. As Marlena failed to reply, Belle jumped in to defend her mother.
Belle expressed to Dominic – who insisted they call him “Dom” – that Marlena was still grappling with the recent revelations. Dominic indicated he was more than willing to take a DNA test to assuage any doubts Marlena might harbor. She grew flustered, said she needed air, and went outside…with Belle right behind her.
Outside the pub, Marlena began to open up about seeing her potential son for the first time. She’d found him “polite, kind”…and nothing like his father. Belle pondered what might have brought Dominic to town. Marlena believed Dominic was there to carry on Stefano’s legacy…and she was haunted by the uncertainty of what exactly that might mean.
Belle considered it a positive that they could get a DNA test from Dominic without any possible subterfuge, but she would understand if Marlena wasn’t ready to take that step. Marlena signaled that she wanted definitive answers.
Post-Mortem
Back inside, the DiMeras continued reacting to the news. Tony admitted to Anna that while he hadn’t known explicitly about Dominic, Stefano had hinted at a planned “order of succession” when EJ was believed dead. Susan met back up with EJ and insisted she hadn’t had any omens or premonitions about Dominic…only bad feelings. EJ, for his part, tried to get Tony and Chad on his side in keeping Dominic out of the family. Tony believed if the claims were true, they couldn’t turn their backs on their brother.
Chad reminded EJ that they both knew what it was like to come late into the family fold, as only Tony had been raised by Stefano since birth. After EJ made a comment about Tony being adopted, it raised Chad’s hackles and he reiterated that Stefano loved all his children, regardless of bloodline.
When Dominic reapproached, EJ was quick to point out that Stefano saw his children as chess pieces above all else. Dominic hadn’t known the real Stefano: the man who craved power and power plays. EJ pressed Dominic on why he had stayed hidden for so long. Dominic claimed the distance had been at Stefano’s wishes. Dominic was only to take his place in the family after Stefano was confirmed dead, as there could only be “one king” at a time.
The king comment enraged EJ, who accused Dominic of trying to steal his birthright. Dominic pledged that he only wanted peace and family connection. Marlena and Belle had reentered. Marlena walked up to Dominic, seemingly giving him an opportunity to fulfill one of his wishes.
Marlena wanted Dominic to know that she had been unaware of his existence. Dominic said he understood. Stefano had only ever said of Marlena that she had “despised” Stefano but that he had “loved her deeply.” Belle tried to intervene again, but Marlena urged Dominic to continue. He expressed his sorrow for the pain and chaos his sudden entrance had caused her.
“I was so very eager to meet you,” Dominic added. He reaffirmed his willingness to take a DNA test, which seemed to give Marlena some peace of mind. He also reaffirmed that his only motive was to get to know all his family. While EJ had talked of family divisions, Dominic had seen family solidarity and love in their coming together in remembrance of Lexie. He would leave the memorial before Abe and Theo arrived so the occasion could be solely focused on honoring Lexie.
Before he left, Dominic did have one more piece of information to relay. A codicil to Stefano’s will would go into effect the following morning. EJ sarcastically asked what massive fortune Dominic had gained. Dominic coolly responded that his inheritance consisted only of controlling interest in DiMera Enterprises…and a share of the family estate.
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Since the sale of the Kiriakis mansion had fallen through, Dominic would be moving into the DiMera mansion imminently. “See you at home,” he said to a seething EJ on his way out.
Is Dominic keeping his DiMera darkness well-hidden? How will Marlena handle the seismic shift in her life? And will Kristen get caught or get thee to a nunnery? Sound off in the comments.
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