'Days Of Our Lives' spoilers for Oct. 21: Chad reveals his life-changing decision; Nicole commits an act of betrayal

Salem may have breathed a huge sigh of relief after the fugitives’ downfall, but it doesn’t mean the surprises are over on the next episode of “Days Of Our Lives” (“DOOL”). On Friday, Chad (Billy Flynn) makes a bold move that will alter his future, as well as his son’s. Fans wonder whether his decision paves the way to his wife’s return.

Meanwhile, Deimos (Vincent Irizarry) is in for a shock, as Nicole (Arianne Zucker) reveals to him that he’s carrying Chloe’s (Nadia Bjorlin) child. Other “Days Of Our Lives” cast members who will figure prominently on the Oct. 21 installment include Adrienne (Judi Evans), Lucas (Bryan Dattilo), Sonny (Freddie Smith) and Paul (Christopher Sean).

Spoiler alert! This update contains more "Days of Our Lives" spoilers. Read on at your own risk if you have not watched the latest episode.

"Days Of Our Lives" soap opera spoilers

TV Guide reports that on Friday’s run of “DOOL,” Chad informs Adrienne and Lucas that he’s prepared to raise Thomas alone. Meanwhile, Sonny makes an attempt to discuss with Paul about their warm moment but they get interrupted. Elsewhere, Nicole comes clean to Deimos about the father of Chloe’s baby.

The “Days Of Our Lives” web site posted sneak peek photos of the cast for the Oct. 21 episode. Shown here is Deimos, who reels from shock after Nicole tells him the truth about Chloe’s baby. Click here to see Sonny and Paul, whose serious discussion gets cut short with the arrival of a familiar face.

"Days Of Our Lives" soap recap

On Thursday, Blanca was shocked to see Guillermo, her ex-boyfriend, in town. She blew her top, incredulous that he had the nerve to follow her there. She reminded him that she caught him in bed with another woman. Guillermo asked for a chance to explain. She threatened to rat him off to the cartel if he doesn't get lost. Guillermo left, with Bianca in a state.

Meanwhile, Nicole overheard Deimos telling Philip that coming to terms with his past made him in touch with his feelings. Deimos reckoned that if he was the father of Chloe's baby, it'd help him heal. Later, Nicole told Deimos that she's been keeping something from him. Elsewhere, Philip spotted Theresa and Brady at the square. While Philip was telling the two about Victor’s possible retirement, Guillermo walked by. He’s surprised upon seeing Theresa, then whipped up his phone and made a call.

Find out what happens next to “Days Of Our Lives,” which airs weekdays in Australia on 12:45 p.m. on Foxtel’s Arena channel. In the US, “DOOL” airs at 1 p.m. on NBC and 8 p.m. on POP.