In the CEO Office:
Carter urges Brooke to accept the CEO position, emphasizing that Eric and Ridge stepping away was their choice, but the company needs strong leadership to survive. Carter and Hope continue to persuade her, and after some hesitation, Brooke agrees. She expresses discomfort over how the Forresters were ousted but reassures Carter she’s fully committed.
Zende interrupts to inform them that the press is outside. Carter asks him to send the reporters away for now, with plans for
Brooke to make a formal announcement later. Carter mentions Brooke as the new leader of Forrester, leaving Zende visibly confused.
At the Forrester Home:
Steffy, Eric, and Ridge arrive at the house, urging Eric to take it easy as Ridge plans to stay with him. Taylor joins them, and the group discusses Carter’s betrayal and how to reclaim the company. Eric vows to use all legal and financial resources to fight back. Taylor offers her support, but they decline, blaming Carter’s actions on Hope’s influence.
They question whether Hope truly cares for Carter, with Steffy accusing her of manipulating him. Ridge remains stunned by Brooke’s support of Hope, while Steffy resolves to stay away from both Brooke and Hope. When Eric inquires about Ridge’s relationship with Brooke, Ridge deflects, focusing solely on regaining control of Forrester.
An alert interrupts them, revealing an upcoming company announcement, which they assume is an attempt at damage control.
The Press Announcement:
Brooke makes a public statement, aiming to appear confident and reassuring. She announces Carter is managing the LLC, she is the new CEO, Hope for the Future is reinstated, and Eric, Ridge, and Steffy are on a leave of absence. The news shocks Eric, Ridge, Steffy, and Taylor.
Eric believes Carter is using Brooke to stabilize the company. Steffy suggests holding a counter press conference, but Eric opposes the idea, not wanting to escalate tensions publicly. Eric and Steffy leave, while Taylor stays behind to console Ridge.
Ridge laments Brooke’s betrayal, feeling deeply hurt by her actions. Taylor questions whether he wants to continue enduring Brooke’s betrayals, and Ridge reflects on whether he brings this upon himself.
Back at the Office:
After the press announcement, Carter and Hope leave to handle the media. Zende confronts Brooke privately, accusing her of betraying the Forrester family. Brooke admits it may seem that way but insists she has a plan to regain Forrester and restore it to Ridge’s control.
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