days of our lives

LOST CONNECTION - Paulina seeks Marlena's help, convinced that Abe's on the brink of getting his memory back. Marlena cautions her friend that she's too focused on Abe remembering his past and worries it will alienate him. Marlena advises her to accept the fact that he may never regain all his memories. Meanwhile, John is thrown when Abe confides he wants to get a divorce from Paulina. Abe fears she'll always be disappointed that he doesn't remember their past and feels she'd be better off with someone else. However, John gets Abe to realize he isn't so ready to let her go after all. Later, Abe and Paulina share a warm moment.

SPLIT DECISION

Rex blasts Kate for going to Sarah behind his back and persuading her to divorce him. Rex tells Sarah he will grant her request and will move back to Chicago.

Xander and Sloan discuss his plans to sue Sarah for full custody of Victoria. Xander then learns that Sarah and Rex are divorcing. Sarah and Xander find themselves on the verge of a kiss. Sarah agrees to shared custody. Later, when Justin calls and tells her that Xander is petitioning for full custody, Sarah angrily declares that she will see Xander in court!

ON TARGET

Susan reminds EJ that he promised not to go after Xander and Ava. After she tells him she’s returning to Memphis, he learns the details of how she wound up in London and wonders about the identity of the men who took her to Edmund.

JOB SEARCH

Harris and Eric befriend each other at the pub. Kate suggests that Harris apply for a job at the Salem PD. Later, Tripp warns Harris not to hurt Ava. After Tripp leaves, Ava and Harris kiss. Harris suggests that Ava find a way to monetize her love of cooking while Ava supports Harris as he considers going to work for Salem P.D.