Things are about to heat up next week in "Days of Our Lives' as the drama unfolds in one of the longest-running scripted television programs in the world. Here's a look at what's in store for all DOOL fans:

It seems like forever ago that Eric kicked Nicole to the curb for hiding evidence from Dr. Chyka that could have cleared his name and proven that Kristen DiMera raped him. Eric lost the one thing that really matters to him, being a priest, because of Nicole. As Eric prepares to have another meeting with the Bishop to clear his name, he continues to fight his mixed feelings about Nicole. What's more, Kristen DiMera is returning to Salem again, so her return will create even more drama for Eric.

Meanwhile, Hope will be forced to share a room with Aiden, and she's thoroughly shocked when Ciara invites the lawyer and his son to join them on vacation.

J.J tries to use romantic tension to his benefit when he goes on a date with Paige. However, it doesn't go as he planned and things quickly take a turn for the worse.

Sami's family is not happy with the way she's handling things. She comes in for some advice, only to get some tough love from Caroline. After being asked some hard questions, Sami has a breakdown. Soon after, Will shows up to speak his mind. He fumes and rails at his mother and demands that she has to end her vendetta against Abby. Also, Theresa realizes that her plans for the future are going nowhere. She decides to make a desperate move for things to go her way.

"Days of Our Lives' airs weekdays at 1pm on NBC.