DAYS The Rinse May 4: How Kristen Will Go After EJ Now
The May 4 episode of Days of Our Lives delivered shocking twists as Kristen’s carefully orchestrated scheme spiraled out of control. What was supposed to be a calculated move against EJ turned into chaos, forcing Kristen to rethink her next — and raising the stakes to an even more dangerous level.
Kristen’s Original Plan Falls Apart
Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) believed she had everything under control. She tasked Sophia (Rachel Boyd) with carrying out a deadly mission: take Johnny (Carson Boatman) out of the picture and devastate EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) in the process.
She even armed Sophia with a weapon to ensure the job got done.
But things didn’t go as planned.
Instead of following instructions, Sophia improvised — opting for a more theatrical and unpredictable method involving fire and gas. Convinced the mission had succeeded, she reported back to Kristen.
That’s when everything took a dark turn.
Kristen struck Sophia and had her thrown into the Salem River, believing she had tied up loose ends. But the truth soon emerged: Johnny was still alive. The failure not only derailed Kristen’s revenge plot but also denied her the emotional payoff she so desperately wanted — EJ’s suffering.
A Ruthless Motive: Making EJ Pay
Kristen’s motivations remain crystal clear — she wants EJ to feel profound loss. For her, Johnny’s fate is less about the act itself and more about the emotional devastation it would bring to EJ.
And now that her first attempt has failed, Kristen isn’t backing down.
If anything, she’s more determined — and potentially more dangerous — than before.
Plan B Takes Shape
Kristen is not one to abandon a vendetta. With Sophia out of the picture and her initial plan exposed as flawed, she begins recalibrating.
This time, she may take a more direct and calculated role.
But even more unsettling is the possibility that she already has the perfect tool within reach.
A Chilling Possibility: Rachel As The Next Pawn
Rachel (Lorelei Olivia Mote) could become the center of Kristen’s next move. Kristen has previously shown she can influence and manipulate her daughter’s actions — especially when it comes to protecting her own interests.
If she was able to steer Rachel into interfering in Brady’s (Eric Martsolf) relationships, could she push things even further?
The idea raises serious concerns. Kristen may attempt to manipulate Rachel into harming Johnny, creating a scenario where blame could be deflected and chaos maximized.
In a twisted turn, Kristen could then position herself as a защитive mother, shocked and outraged at any accusations toward her daughter — further deepening the psychological игры at play.
What Comes Next In Salem?
As Kristen regroups, the tension in Salem continues to build. With Johnny alive — for now — and Kristen more desperate than ever, the question isn’t if she’ll strike again, but how far she’s willing to go.
And if Rachel becomes involved, the consequences could be even more devastating.
One thing is certain: this storyline is far from over, and the fallout could change everything.