At the Cliffhouse, Steffy is frustrated that anyone would continue working for Carter. Eric and Ridge vow to reclaim Forrester Creations, blaming Hope for enabling Carter’s actions. Ridge insists that Carter sees the company as a business, but it’s a community of artists that he can’t manage alone. While Steffy points out that Carter has Hope, Ridge dismisses her as incompetent, saying she drove her own company into the ground. Steffy worries Carter might still find someone else to help him.
At the CEO office, Carter announces plans to move forward, suggesting Brooke would be the perfect CEO. Hope supports the idea but questions how this would affect Brooke’s relationship with Ridge. Carter acknowledges Ridge won’t approve but believes Brooke’s leadership would benefit the company, given her respected reputation in the fashion world.
In the design office, Electra is shocked to learn she’s being fired. Brooke and Ivy insist she did a great job but claim Forrester Creations is in a delicate situation, and she’s no longer the right fit. Electra demands to know the real reason, but they refuse to elaborate. They instruct her to return her badge and collect her belongings.
After Electra leaves, Ivy questions the decision, noting Electra’s strong work performance and wondering if Carter is aware. Katie deflects, asserting it was her call, though she admits she likes Electra and may not fully understand her. Ivy warns Katie that her son has bonded with Electra, and explaining the firing to him won’t be easy.
At a restaurant, Remy looks at Electra’s photo and declares that losing her job is for the best. Will arrives, warning Remy not to meddle in Electra’s life. Remy denies having ill intentions, but Will insists there’s already turmoil at Forrester and threatens consequences if Remy causes further problems.
In the CEO office, Carter thanks Brooke for firing Electra, trusting her judgment. Hope questions the decision, but Carter reiterates his faith in Brooke. He announces he needs a new top team and someone who can reassure clients. Despite her reservations about the takeover, Brooke offers to help ensure the company thrives.
Later, Electra confides in Will, devastated by her firing and confused about the lack of explanation.
Meanwhile, in his lair, Remy reflects on Electra’s dismissal, apologizing to her in absentia but insisting it had to happen.
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