In the explosive Days of Our Lives episode of April 17, 2025, the stakes in Salem reach a fever pitch as secrets unravel, betrayals are revealed, and families begin to fracture under the pressure. The tension kicks off with Xander Kiriakis, seething with rage after Vivien’s shocking confession about Philip’s forged letter. This letter, once used to claim a portion of Titan Enterprises, is exposed as a fake, leaving Philip with no legal claim to what he believed he had stolen from his brother. Xander, already known for his short temper, is blindsided by the deceit from both his brother and mother. His need for revenge consumes him, and it’s clear that his thirst for payback will drive him to take dangerous, reckless actions that could change everything.

Meanwhile, Sarah confesses her guilt to Maggie, admitting she knew about the fake letter and kept the secret from Xander. Maggie is devastated by her daughter’s betrayal, knowing that once Xander learns the truth, their family may be torn apart beyond repair. Tensions rise as Stephanie, feeling overwhelmed by the chaos around Alex’s mysterious involvement with a secret group, seeks counsel from her mother, Kayla. But even Kayla’s wisdom can’t calm Stephanie’s fears about Alex’s trustworthiness. Will she stand by him or walk away?

As if the drama wasn’t enough, the episode takes a darker turn when Marina and Steve face off against Orpheus in a high-stakes confrontation. Desperate for answers about John’s whereabouts, they are met with Orpheus’s cruel games and manipulations. Time is running out, and their only hope may be to take drastic measures—but will they succeed, or will Orpheus continue to hold the upper hand?

Salem’s fragile alliances are on the verge of collapse, and it’s clear the dramatic fallout is far from over. Stay tuned for more heart-pounding twists and turns.