As Salem Rides Out the Blackout, Stephanie May Officially Have a Stalker — and ‘Xarah’ Take a Major Step Forward
Stephanie and Alex take over Kayla’s office for the blog Q&A since the hospital has power. Except for the elevator Belle and EJ are in, apparently. Alex runs out for food, and “Anastasia” gets down to business, saying everything she’s typing out loud, naturally.
Maggie, meanwhile, is on the phone with Sarah, happy enough that she’s safe at Xander’s. The Kiriakis mansion, of course, has a generator — everything’s working fine! That’s great for Bonnie who rushes in, excited to be able to connect to Anastasia’s Q&A.

The ladies discuss Anastasia’s real identity, and Maggie offers to get an autograph from Alex if Bonnie wants. (Isn’t Alex Bonnie’s stepson? Why couldn’t she ask him herself?) Bonnie hops online, and asks if her favorite new author is in Salem since she was delayed because of the blackout.
Steph freezes, but spins something about being in town for Titan Publishing, then answers more questions, all while helpfully reading everything on her screen to us. She freezes again on a question that’s clearly about the scene based on her and Jeremy Horton, but that’s about it. So she wraps up and texts Alex.

Chanel comforts Felicity in the square. With the traffic lights out, it’s not safe to drive. (It’s not? Everyone seems to live practically within walking distance of the square.) Alex walks past on his way to the Pub and invites them along for food.
Turns out, the Pub is open, if dark, and Roman gets them food. With all the glowsticks and 4th of July bling Chanel broke out for Felicity, Alex suggests they have a rave in the pub. A silent rave, with headphones. This is taking one hell of a turn.

They get down to raving in the middle of the floor, much to the enjoyment of the patrons, apparently. When things wrap up and Felicity steps away for a moment, Alex brings up working together on Body and Soul. “I’ve tried to put that whole chapter behind me,” Chanel says. Same.
Roman finally brings Alex’s takeout out and mentions the whole adoption thing with Chanel and Johnny. They all think she’ll be a fantastic mom!
Will Philip and Brady Fight for Titan?

Brady and Gabi find Philip in his office. They’re all trapped since there’s no electricity to open the parking garage gate. Gabi tries pushing for a bit more info about the lawsuit and, with Brady’s encouragement, Philip tells Gabi about their plans to settle with Tony. And the possibility of losing Titan. Gabi takes it in, as Philip tells her no matter what, they wouldn’t be coworkers anymore, so at least they could see each other!