BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL: With an ulterior motive in her back pocket, Amber graciously invites Caroline to an unofficial preview of her and Rick's new collection. Caroline is witness to a softer and more feminine side of Rick. Because of the tension-filled conversation about their wedding, Hope asks Liam if his feelings for her have changed. Caroline gets a better insight into the dynamics of the Spencer family. Tension fills the room as Steffy and Hope share a particularly awkward dinner with Brooke and Ridge. Brooke puts Ridge on the spot in front of Steffy by asking him to design a wedding dress for Hope. Hope confronts Steffy about her cocky attitude regarding Liam and whom he will ultimately choose. Ridge and Brooke differ in opinion about whether or not Hope and Liam's wedding will even happen. Steffy pays Liam a surprise visit and issues him an ultimatum. Liam walks in on Bill as he is working on his newest scheme to publicly defame Hope. Hope shares with Brooke her excitement about the new direction that she is taking in her life without having to rely on medication to help deal with her stress. Stephanie gives Steffy sound advice about how to deal with her current situation with Liam and Hope. Brooke overhears this conversation and confronts Steffy about the validity of her claims.

SNEAK PEEK: Amber plots.

DAYS OF OUR LIVES: At the safe house, a devastated Roman and Shane fear John, Marlena, Bo, Hope, Rafe and Carrie have all perished in the explosion. But to their immense relief, everyone emerges from the wreckage unharmed. The survivors explain that at the last minute, they found a trap door in the house and were able to shield themselves from the blast. Everyone realizes they can now use this situation to their advantage. Since Stefano will believe his adversaries are dead, they can quietly work underground to bring him down once and for all. In order for the ruse to work, however, they must let everyone think they are dead. No one can know they are alive. Though he knows he is no longer Stefano's biological son, E.J. defends his "father." He then leaves to tend to a mysterious task. Meanwhile, Shane heads off to tell family and friends about the explosion, while Roman stays behind to help get the six "dead" people into hiding. Shane gathers Kayla, Sami, Lucas, Will, Austin and Billie at the pub. He regretfully informs them about Stefano's threats, the move to the safe house and the exploding bomb. Everyone is horrified and fearful for their loved ones. With Abe by her side, Lexie informs Celeste and Cameron that she is forgoing any further medical treatment. She wants to spend whatever precious time she has left enjoying her family, living life to the fullest. Roman reveals everyone survived and has moved to another safe house.

SNEAK PEEK: A plot to murder Stefano.

GENERAL HOSPITAL: McBain and Dante work together to rescue Sam and Lulu, and Jason gets an unexpected eyeful. Michael urges Starr not to kill Sonny, and she is surprised moments later. Jason helps remand Kate, and Sonny finds her in police custody. Liz continues to worry about Ewe's recovery. Anthony confides in Johnny that Tracy may be trying to kill him. Jason remains frustrated by McBain's accidental presence in his wife's life. Sam gets scratchy with Liz. Dante and Lulu make plans. Both Starr and Michael feel betrayed by one another. Sonny is unmoved by Kate's explanation for her behavior. Luke and Anna grow closer. Tea Delgado arrives to help Starr in the charges against her. Sonny refuses to believe Kate, while Olivia is on the fence. Felicia visits Mac in an attempt to smooth their relationship for Maxie's sake. Spinelli finds new details about Lisa Niles' death. Matt finds Patrick further deteriorated. Mac and Felicia find themselves in an awkward position. Steve is rocked by Maggie's death.

SNEAK PEEK: Spinelli blurts out the truth.

YOUNG RESTLESS: Sharon and Victor break from their kiss. He pulls her to him and kisses her again. They are interrupted by a knock at the door. Nikki enters and wonders what is going on between them. Nikki tells Victor that they need to discuss Nick's engagement to Phyllis. Nikki comments to Sharon that she should at last move on from Nick, as Sharon and Victor share a look. Later, Jack sadly informs Nikki that he can't see her anymore, even as friends, because of Kyle. An upset Phyllis tells Nick that she has begun spotting, and they rush to the hospital. As they wait for the test results, Phyllis worries that she was never pregnant at all, as she may have made a mistake with the home pregnancy test. The doctor enters, and reassures her that both she and the baby are fine. Tucker drowns his sorrows in alcohol as he drinks at Gloworm. Harmony approaches, and a drunken Tucker complains about his relationship with Ashley. Harmony states that she will drive Tucker home. At Tucker's apartment, Harmony helps him inside as he hugs her. They begin to kiss passionately. They are making love when a shocked Ashley enters. Tucker tries to apologize, but Ash walks out. Victor and Sharon are enjoying dinner and champagne together when Nikki enters and is shocked to see the romantic scene. She accuses Sharon of turning to Victor because of Nick's engagement to Phyllis. Nikki angrily storms out. At the park, Jill sees Gen with Cane. She reminds Gen that she should stay out of Cane's life for his own sake. They get into an argument about each other's mothering skills, and Jill slaps Gen. They begin flinging mud at each other. Soon, they are both on their knees fighting in the dirt. Daniel arrives at Daisy's apartment and asks her to marry him. A skeptical Daisy assumes that Avery or Phyllis has encouraged him to propose to her so he can spy on her actions. Daisy tells him to leave, and he grabs her and plants a passionate kiss on her. After they make love, Daniel asks to see Lucy and happily holds her in his arms. Phyllis leaves a message on Danny's voicemail, saying that they need to stop Daniel from marrying Daisy. Meanwhile, Justice Clarice Collins performs Daniel and Daisy's wedding ceremony, as Kevin looks on as a witness.

SNEAK PEEK: Jack proposes to Nikki.

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