Salem Erupts With Shocking Injuries, Dirty Bribes and Unexpected Passion Over the Next 2 Weeks

On Days of Our Lives, the next two weeks are shaping up to be absolutely explosive as Salem becomes consumed by shocking betrayals, dangerous revenge schemes, emotional reunions, and relationship chaos.

From Kristen DiMera’s deadly mission against EJ to Abe Carver being torn between two women he loves, the emotional stakes are about to rise dramatically across Salem. Meanwhile, several couples could face devastating turning points — and one major confrontation may leave someone seriously hurt.

Here’s a closer look at everything coming up on Days of Our Lives from May 18 through May 29.

Kristen Pushes Xander Toward A Deadly Decision

Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk) is refusing to back down from her dangerous plan to eliminate EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel).

During the week of May 18-22, Kristen will continue working on Xander Kiriakis (Paul Telfer), even pulling him into another heated kiss as she attempts to convince him that EJ needs to disappear permanently.

Although Xander despises EJ, agreeing to murder would risk everything — especially his future with his daughter, Victoria. Still, Kristen appears determined to wear him down emotionally and tempt him into crossing the line.

And judging from spoilers, this dangerous alliance may be far from over.

Later in the week, Kristen reportedly reconnects with Xander once again, doubling down on her seduction strategy while pushing her anti-EJ agenda even harder.

Abe Faces A Heartbreaking Choice Between Lexie And Paulina

Lexie Carver’s shocking resurrection continues sending emotional shockwaves through Salem.

Abe Carver (James Reynolds) remains overwhelmed with gratitude after Lexie’s miraculous return, even thanking EJ for bringing the love of his life back from the dead.

But while Abe reconnects emotionally with Lexie, the fallout surrounding Paulina Price (Jackée Harry) grows increasingly painful.

Lexie reportedly wants to meet with Paulina personally, which could lead to an emotional confrontation about Abe, their shared history, and the complicated future ahead.

At the same time, Theo Carver (Tyler Joseph Andrews) may force Abe into an impossible position by urging him to choose between Lexie and Paulina once and for all.

However, Paulina may ultimately make the decision herself.

Spoilers suggest Paulina becomes so heartbroken watching Abe reconnect with Lexie that she decides to move out, signaling just how devastated she has become by the entire situation.

Chad And Belle’s Romantic Evening Takes A Sudden Turn

Elsewhere in Salem, Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn) and Belle Black (Martha Madison) finally get the dinner date they’ve been trying to plan for weeks.

After Chad’s recent trip out of town delayed their growing romance, the pair are expected to enjoy some long-awaited quality time together.

But this is Salem — and peace rarely lasts long.

Their evening reportedly gets interrupted when unexpected company arrives, potentially involving EJ and Cat Greene (AnnaLynne McCord), who are also set to reconnect around the same time.

Cat may push EJ for answers about his hypnosis session, setting the stage for an awkward and tension-filled encounter if the two couples cross paths publicly.

Stephanie And Alex Try To Hold Onto Their Romance

Stephanie Kiriakis (Abigail Klein) continues struggling with uncertainty about her future with Alex Kiriakis (Robert Scott Wilson).

Despite Stephanie’s fears surrounding family responsibilities and the possibility of becoming a stepmother, spoilers indicate the couple will still attempt to keep their romance alive through some passionate moments together.

However, emotional doubt continues lingering beneath the surface, and their relationship may remain on unstable ground moving forward.

Gabi’s Secret Betrayal Destroys Her Relationship With Philip

One of Salem’s biggest betrayals is about to explode.

According to spoilers, Anna DiMera (Leann Hunley) may accidentally expose Gabi Hernandez’s (Cherie Jimenez) role in helping orchestrate the Titan-DiMera merger.

Once Philip Kiriakis (John-Paul Lavoisier) learns the truth, the fallout is immediate and brutal.

Gabi eventually admits her involvement, prompting Philip to end their relationship on the spot and demand that she move out of the Kiriakis mansion.

The betrayal leaves Gabi emotionally isolated at a time when her personal life is already unraveling fast.

Gabi Tries To Buy Liam Away From Ari

Meanwhile, Gabi may attempt another risky move involving Arianna “Ari” Horton and Liam Selejko (Hank Northrop).

With Stefan DiMera’s inheritance money potentially heading her way, Gabi reportedly offers Liam a significant amount of cash in exchange for staying away from Ari.

But Liam’s feelings for Ari appear genuine, and he may refuse the bribe entirely.

If Ari discovers what her mother attempted to do, the emotional fallout could push their already fragile relationship into even deeper turmoil.

Xander And Philip’s Feud Turns Physical

The tension surrounding the Titan-DiMera merger may soon become violent.

Spoilers hint that Xander will later appear with his arm in a sling, suggesting a major confrontation could erupt — possibly involving Philip after the truth about Gabi’s betrayal comes out.

With emotions running high and relationships collapsing across Salem, the Kiriakis family conflict may spiral dangerously out of control.

Gwen Gets A Surprise Visit From Jack

Meanwhile, Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien) will receive an unexpected visit from Jack Deveraux (Matthew Ashford).

Jack’s arrival could signal a major turning point in their complicated father-daughter relationship, especially if he hopes to rebuild a stronger emotional connection with Gwen moving forward.

However, Gwen’s growing frustration with Xander may complicate everything.

Spoilers suggest Gwen becomes increasingly disappointed by Xander’s behavior, potentially putting an end to their passionate arrangement altogether.

Salem’s Chaos Intensifies During The Final Week Of May

During the week of May 25-29, the emotional fallout only grows worse.

Gabi may desperately try to salvage her relationship with Philip, but spoilers indicate he may refuse to forgive her betrayal.

At the same time, Theo could become an unexpected source of emotional support for Gabi as she begins feeling abandoned by nearly everyone around her.

Elsewhere, Abe continues reconnecting with Lexie while quietly worrying about Paulina’s emotional state and what their future may look like after so much upheaval.

Meanwhile, Holly Jonas (Ashley Puzemis) could face serious trouble if Amy Choi (Shi Ne Nielson) moves forward with plans to hold her accountable for Sophia Choi’s emotional breakdown and possible cyberbullying fallout.

Salem Heads Toward Explosive Consequences

With revenge schemes intensifying, romances collapsing, and emotional reunions threatening to destroy multiple lives, the next two weeks on Days of Our Lives promise major drama at every turn.

And as Kristen continues plotting EJ’s downfall while Salem’s relationships fracture under pressure, one thing is becoming increasingly clear:

The chaos inside Salem is only just beginning.