What’s one sure way to tell that February sweeps has started? The action on our soaps picks up aplenty. Just look at what’s coming up on all five shows below the week of February 2-6 — oh, and buckle up! It’s gonna be a thrill ride!

 

 

Willow’s about to play dirty, and our only question is: Hasn’t she been doing that for ages? But when she confides in Nina, just how much is she about to admit? We guess she’s got to have some sort of plan in place, because it looks like Drew’s about to wake up and be stunned after she makes her big move! And judging by how much Michael is scrambling throughout the week, that move probably has to do with their kids.

Willow, meanwhile, is not the only one opening up to Nina, as Nathan does, too. If it’s really Nathan… And now is definitely a good time for Lulu to confide in Laura, especially since she just kissed her soon-to-be-not-unconscious bestie’s husband. Jason, meanwhile, knows everything now, but can he really help Britt, especially after she makes an upsetting discovery? (And does it have anything to do with Lucas being thrown?) If not, she may be able to help herself. She’s pretty much as desperate as they come, and it’s enough to get her to push back!

Beyond the Gates
One thing you can always count on in Fairmont Crest: Leslie’s gonna Leslie. In the week ahead, Shanice discovers the telltale undies that Ted’s babymama hid at his place, and to put it mildly, the nurse is not pleased. But Ted, to his credit, isn’t fooling around. He runs straight to Leslie to confront her about her attempt to sink his new relationship. If we were Shanice, though, we’d be more worried about the stricken expression Ted wears when he spies ex-wife Nicole on an increasingly hot and heavy date with Kial.

In other developments, as Bill seeks answers about his health, he spills the tea about the drinks that Hayley’s been prescribing him. His missus, in turn, busies herself throwing sparks with Izaiah, who also finds out just how scratchy Kat’s claws are. And by the end of the week, one couple is engaged, Joey and Vanessa have moved in together, Anita has given herself an extreme makeover, and Dani has admitted to Andre that oops… she kissed Bill.

Young & Restless
As if Mariah’s ill-advised abduction of Dominic hadn’t already gone off the rails, in the days ahead, her visions of Ian continue to whisper in her ear that she just needs to keep her eye on the prize. Meanwhile, Dom has his eye on something else entirely — or should we say someone? He wakes up from a snooze and calls out, “Papa?” Is Devon coming to get him, or is he having a vision of Chance? While all that is going on, Tessa is tasked with explaining to Sharon that the Mariah with whom they are dealing is nothing like the Mariah that they know and love.

If Sharon hadn’t shrugged off her daughter’s travails to focus solely on Noah, she might know that!

Speaking of Noah… During a conversation with Claire, Sienna discloses that her younger man might be going back to Los Angeles with her — yet the way that she says it leaves Claire with the impression that that isn’t something Matt’s estranged wife wants. On top of all that, Cane confronts Adam about Victor’s latest stunt. Funny, even though Cane seems to be a big fan of “sick games,” he’s awfully perturbed when somebody plays one on him!

Days of Our Lives
Gwen fills EJ in on her Dimitri plan, but whether or not he’s happy with it, probably depends on if it works! Rafe puts the screws to Liam about his involvement in the kidnappings, so is Abe’s protege apologizing to him later in the week from jail or just out of guilt? And does Theo’s surprising request have anything to do with his former bully/possible kidnapper? Plus, Rafe finally makes it out to Alamainia, and he brings Eli along for help! But is the convincing story Vivian offers them the truth, or just a way to throw them off her scent? (We’re going to say the latter, especially since the agents find some new info!)

Kate’s getting more and more upset watching Marlena and Roman’s interactions. Kristen and Brady butting heads is no surprise, especially when it comes to Rachel’s treatment. And Rachel’s just as headstrong as her parents, so we can see why it would take Tate to help Brady get through to her. So will she finally learn to tell Sophia “No?” And on that note, Holly and Sophia do the last thing we’d expect… and reconcile! And as the week comes to an end, Stefano’s memorial is just about upon us, which prompts Chad to try the impossible: Get EJ and Kristen to play nice!

Bold & Beautiful
Will Spencer for sure isn’t the only game in town — as Dylan is about to learn. Coming up, she runs into R.J. at Forrester Creations — and yes, we mean that quite literally. The oopsie sends his drink crashing and all. Nevertheless, he sweetly introduces himself to the unfamiliar face. Perhaps Electra doesn’t have anything to worry about where Dylan and Will are concerned after all!

Also coming up, Katie is so psyched about Eric’s new designs that it becomes ever harder for her to keep the secret that Logan has secured the Forrester patriarch as its lead designer. And while Taylor and Deacon want to revel in their newfound love, Steffy is hell-bent on breaking up the pair. As a matter of fact, Steffy is so determined that she gives her mother an ultimatum: Stay away from Deacon, or she can kiss goodbye to her family!