Days of Our Lives spoilers: Will a DiMera ring change EJ forever as Gabi eyes a fortune and Kristen pushes custody?

Days of Our Lives spoilers for the week of February 9–13 reveal major shake-ups across Salem, with emotional reunions, dangerous power plays, and life-altering decisions. As DiMera drama intensifies, several characters find themselves standing at crossroads that could reshape their futures.

Eli Grant delivers uplifting news to Julie Williams when he reveals plans to return to Salem with Lani Price-Grant and their twins. Julie is thrilled by the update, welcoming the idea of family once again filling the Horton home.

Meanwhile, tensions rise elsewhere as Alex Kiriakis clashes with Jeremy Horton, setting the stage for confrontation. At the same time, Rafe Hernandez takes decisive action by arresting Dimitri von Leuschner, adding another legal complication to Salem’s growing list of troubles.

Following the placement of Stefano DiMera’s ashes in the family crypt, EJ DiMera is caught off guard by an unexpected visit from Dr. Wilhelm Rolf. The doctor reveals that Stefano left behind one final instruction. EJ is handed his father’s ring, a moment that symbolically places him closer than ever to stepping into Stefano’s shadow.

Tony DiMera offers guidance to Chad DiMera, suggesting that time away from Salem may help him and his children recover from ongoing custody stress. Chad takes the advice to heart and plans a move to Arizona with Thomas and Charlotte. Before leaving, he updates Cat and surprises her with a goodbye kiss.

Kristen DiMera, however, ignites turmoil by clashing with Brady Black, Marlena Evans, and Belle Black. She reportedly removes Rachel Black from Bayview against medical advice, intensifying tensions. Despite heated arguments, Kristen presents Brady with a joint custody proposal that could change everything.

Romance blooms as Johnny DiMera and Chanel Dupree DiMera celebrate Valentine’s Day together, though EJ disrupts the mood by urging Cat to have dinner with him. Alex also faces a surprise when Stephanie Johnson expresses a serious desire to elope.

Elsewhere, Gwen von Leuschner butts heads with Julie Williams, leaving her frustrated. Still, Gwen’s Valentine’s Day improves after a lively encounter with Xander Kiriakis. Meanwhile, Marlena, Julie, and Maggie Kiriakis reflect on Valentine’s Days past, stirring emotional memories.

Gabi Hernandez spots an opportunity to claim part of the DiMera fortune if she can prove her divorce was invalid and she was still married to Stefan when he died. Finally, Holly Jonas spirals after a drug switch orchestrated by Sophia Choi, leading to an angry outburst tied to sorority rushing fallout. Sophia, meanwhile, takes satisfaction in the chaos she’s caused.

Salem braces for fallout as power shifts, revenge brews, and risky choices threaten to permanently change familiar lives.