Next Week Preview Promo: October 13-17: Tate Breaks Down Begging Holly To Stay
Salem is gearing up for one of its most emotionally charged weeks yet, as Days of Our Lives rolls out a sequence of shocking revelations, heartfelt goodbyes, and decisions that could reshape the town forever. From heartbroken lovers at the airport to corporate warfare at DiMera Enterprises, the week of October 13th–17th promises non-stop tension, passion, and heartbreak that will leave fans glued to their screens.
This upcoming week’s stories interweave love, betrayal, and power in true Salem fashion, with each storyline threatening to change the lives of several beloved characters. At the heart of it all lies a gut-wrenching moment that will define young love — as Tate Black fights to stop Holly Jonas from leaving Salem for good.
Tate and Holly’s Airport Farewell — A Race Against Time
One of the most moving storylines of the week centers around Tate, who finds himself standing on the edge of heartbreak. Holly Jonas — daughter of Nicole Walker and the late Daniel Jonas — has finally reached her breaking point. After weeks of emotional turmoil, confusion, and the weight of a painful misunderstanding about a pregnancy scandal, Holly has made the difficult decision to leave Salem and start anew in Paris.
The airport becomes the stage for one of the most emotional confrontations Days of Our Lives has ever delivered. Tate, realizing that he might lose Holly forever, races through the crowded terminal, shouting her name, his voice echoing through the chaos. When he finally catches up to her near the departure gate, the world seems to stop. Holly, clutching her boarding pass, is torn between heartbreak and hope. Tate, desperate and trembling, takes her face gently in his hands and utters the words that could change everything:
“The baby isn’t mine, Holly. Please, don’t go.”
His voice cracks under the weight of emotion, and for the first time, Holly sees the raw truth in his eyes. For weeks, she believed that Tate had betrayed her — that he was responsible for the pregnancy that destroyed their future. Now, faced with this confession, she stands paralyzed, caught between believing him or protecting herself from further pain.
The choice before Holly is agonizing. Should she take the leap of faith and trust Tate, risking another heartbreak? Or should she walk away from Salem and start a new life free from the memories that haunt her? The emotional gravity of this moment captures the very essence of Days of Our Lives: love versus fear, truth versus doubt, and the cost of second chances.
As Holly hesitates at the gate, the clock ticking down, fans are left breathless — will Tate’s desperate plea convince her to stay, or will she board that plane and leave him behind forever?
Power Shifts and Corporate Schemes at DiMera Enterprises
While Tate and Holly’s romance teeters on the brink, another kind of storm brews in the boardrooms of DiMera Enterprises. The week sees Tony DiMera dropping a bombshell that sends shockwaves through the company: Theo Carver, the son of former Mayor Abe Carver, will be joining DiMera in an official capacity.
Though Tony’s announcement seems harmless at first, Salem veterans know better — in the DiMera world, nothing is ever simple. Gabi Hernandez, who has fought fiercely to maintain her position, immediately senses danger. Her wary eyes say it all — Theo’s arrival could shift the delicate power balance within the company.
Then comes the real shocker. Abe himself, typically composed and diplomatic, responds with an icy warning:
“You definitely won’t.”
Those three words echo like thunder. What could drive Abe to oppose his son’s career so strongly? Perhaps he knows too well the dark secrets behind DiMera’s walls — the corruption, manipulation, and hidden agendas that have destroyed countless lives. Abe’s defiance sparks what could become a fierce father-son rift and hints that darker secrets are brewing beneath the surface of the DiMera empire.
Meanwhile, EJ DiMera is seen behind his desk, exuding his usual air of confidence as he discusses a mysterious “clinic project.” He insists that once the laboratory portion is complete, it will be “impenetrable.” That choice of word sets off alarms. What kind of clinic needs such extreme security?
The intrigue deepens when Cat Green, Chad’s girlfriend, sneaks into the half-built facility, snapping photos and collecting evidence. Her covert mission hints at something sinister — could EJ be using this clinic for illegal experiments or secret research? Cat’s bravery suggests she might be working undercover, and the risk she’s taking could change everything once the truth is exposed.
Jealousy Sparks Trouble at Brady’s Pub
Over at Brady’s Pub, tension brews on a more personal level. Alex Kiriakis spots Jeremy Horton sitting alone — and instantly feels the fire of jealousy. With his relationship with Stephanie Johnson still fresh and fragile, Alex’s insecurities come roaring to the surface.
In front of everyone, he strides up to Jeremy and bluntly introduces himself as Stephanie’s boyfriend. His tone isn’t casual; it’s a warning. Jeremy, taken aback, stays silent as Alex leans in and warns him to “stay away from her.” The confrontation radiates testosterone and tension. Stephanie’s uneasy expression across the room says it all — she’s terrified that Alex’s possessive streak might spiral out of control.
The question hanging in the air: is Alex right to be protective, or is his jealousy pushing Stephanie away for good?
Thomas’s Ultimatum Tears a Family Apart
In one of the week’s most heart-tugging moments, Thomas DiMera takes center stage. Desperate to keep his father Chad from breaking up with Cat, Thomas confides in his cousin Rachel Black. With the innocent sincerity of a child, he asks how to stop the breakup. Rachel, ever sharp beyond her years, smirks and says, “That’s easy.”
But what follows is anything but easy. When Chad and Cat’s strained relationship reaches a breaking point, Thomas delivers a heartbreaking ultimatum: if Cat stays in Salem, he’ll leave town to live with his grandparents, Jennifer and Jack, in Boston.
Chad faces an impossible choice — sacrifice his own happiness or risk losing his son. The scene promises to devastate viewers as father and son stand on opposite sides of love and loyalty.
ISA Involvement and a Web of Secrets
As if the week weren’t already packed with enough drama, rumors swirl of ISA involvement — hinting that Salem’s ongoing mysteries might tie into international intrigue. Could Cat’s secret investigation into EJ’s clinic have ISA connections? If so, the fallout could reach far beyond Salem’s borders, introducing espionage, deception, and danger into the mix.
A Week of Emotional Firestorms
With romance, betrayal, family feuds, and corporate conspiracies all colliding, the week of October 13–17 promises to be unforgettable. From Tate’s desperate airport confession to EJ’s shadowy schemes and Thomas’s tearful ultimatum, every storyline carries emotional depth and consequence.
Days of Our Lives continues to balance its legendary history with fresh new arcs — blending generations, deep emotions, and timeless themes of love, power, and redemption.
This week, fans can expect heartbreak, hope, and a few shocking twists that will shape Salem’s future in ways no one sees coming.