Wracked with cramps, Nicole calls Brady, who rushes her to the nearest clinic. Nicole's blood pressure spikes and she begins to lose consciousness. Stefano and EJ discuss the parameters of EJ's role in the family business and Stefano's role in his grandchildren's lives. Marlena stops John from shooting her assailant and the killer escapes. Marlena is appalled by John's rash behavior and tells him she and their family cannot be around him unless he gets professional help. Kate is released from the hospital. Chelsea has words with Daniel, but Kate urges Chelsea to avoid the blame game. Brady runs into Lucas and Chloe and Lucas can't hide his jealousy. Chloe assures Lucas that he is her future.