Salem is about to erupt in chaos once again, as Days of Our Lives spoilers reveal a shocking twist involving Rachel Black. The young girl’s

dark memories come flooding back, and when she finally remembers the horrifying truth — that she was the one who shot EJ DiMera — everything spirals out of control.

This chilling revelation will send shockwaves through every corner of Salem, shaking up relationships, exposing lies, and pushing Rachel to the brink of madness.

Rachel’s Troubled Mind Unravels

For weeks, fans have watched Rachel struggle with mood swings, confusion, and haunting flashbacks. Marlena, who has been counseling her, sensed that Rachel’s trauma ran far deeper than anyone realized.

At first, everyone thought Rachel’s behavioral issues stemmed from losing both Kristen and Brady in her life. But as her therapy sessions progress, disturbing fragments of memory start to emerge — flashes of a gun, a scream, and EJ collapsing to the ground.

Marlena becomes increasingly concerned, warning Brady that Rachel may be repressing something dangerous.

“She’s not lying, Brady,” Marlena insists. “She’s protecting herself from a truth too painful to face.”

And soon enough, that truth explodes in the most terrifying way imaginable.

The Memory That Changes Everything

According to Days of Our Lives spoilers, the turning point happens during a confrontation at the DiMera mansion. EJ, still recovering from his mysterious shooting, crosses paths with Rachel, who seems visibly distressed. As he gently tries to speak to her, she suddenly freezes — her eyes widening in horror.

A series of rapid flashbacks overwhelm her: the sound of thunder, the weight of a gun in her trembling hands, and EJ shouting her name before falling to the ground.

Rachel collapses in tears, screaming,

“I did it! I shot him! I didn’t mean to!”

The room falls silent as Marlena and Brady rush to her side. The shock of her confession leaves everyone reeling — especially EJ, who finally realizes that his shooter wasn’t an enemy or rival, but a child caught in a storm of manipulation and fear.

The Dark Truth Behind the Shooting

Spoilers reveal that Rachel’s tragic act wasn’t intentional — it was the result of Kristen’s manipulation and emotional instability.

Months ago, Kristen had been hiding from the law and frequently visited Rachel in secret. During one of those visits, she reportedly told Rachel that EJ had “betrayed their family” and “wanted to take mommy away forever.”

Unaware of the danger, Rachel took Kristen’s words literally and tried to “protect” her mother. The gun, believed to be safely hidden, was found in the DiMera study — and tragedy struck when Rachel accidentally pulled the trigger.

After the incident, Kristen disappeared again, and Rachel’s mind blocked the memory completely.

Now that she remembers, the guilt consumes her.

“I hurt him… I hurt Mr. EJ,” she sobs in Marlena’s arms. “I didn’t mean to, I just wanted to help mommy.”

EJ’s Shocking Reaction

EJ’s response is not one of anger but heartbreak. Despite his DiMera instincts, he can’t bring himself to hate Rachel — a child whose mind was twisted by her mother’s lies.

In one emotional scene, EJ confides in Nicole:

“How do you punish a child for something she didn’t understand? Kristen destroyed that little girl’s soul. Now she’s the one paying for her mother’s sins.”

The moment humanizes EJ, showing a rare side of compassion as he vows not to press charges or reveal Rachel’s secret to the authorities — at least, not yet.

Brady’s Guilt and Kristen’s Reckoning

Brady is left devastated, realizing how much Rachel has suffered because of the adults around her. He blames himself for not protecting her from Kristen’s influence, and the guilt may drive him into another emotional downward spiral.

Meanwhile, word spreads that Kristen DiMera is about to return to Salem — and when she learns her daughter confessed, she may stop at nothing to silence anyone who threatens her freedom.

“If Kristen finds out EJ knows the truth,” warns Rafe, “she’ll burn this town to the ground to protect Rachel.”

Rachel’s Breakdown

Rachel’s fragile mental state worsens in the coming episodes. Marlena urges Brady to seek intensive psychiatric care for his daughter, but Rachel refuses to leave Salem, terrified that Kristen will come for her.

In a heartbreaking scene, Rachel screams,

“She’ll find me, Grandpa John! She always finds me!”

Viewers will see a powerful performance from Finley Rose Slater (Rachel), whose portrayal of a child haunted by trauma and guilt is expected to be one of the most emotional storylines of the year.

The Fallout in Salem

As the truth spreads, Salem divides into two camps — those who want to protect Rachel and those demanding justice for EJ. Chad, Belle, and Rafe clash over the decision, while Marlena and Brady fight to save Rachel’s sanity before it’s too late.

And just when it seems peace might return, Kristen’s shadow looms over the horizon — ready to reclaim her daughter by any means necessary.

Final Thoughts

Days of Our Lives has always excelled at blending tragedy, redemption, and shocking twists — and Rachel’s breakdown promises to be one of its most haunting stories yet.

With a young girl trapped between guilt and manipulation, a father torn between love and justice, and Kristen’s fiery return on the horizon, Salem is once again heading toward a storm that no one will escape unscathed.

Stay tuned — because Rachel’s nightmare is only just beginning, and Days of Our Lives fans haven’t seen anything yet.