Bold and the Beautiful opens in the CEO office, where Eric learns about Carter’s actions and is visibly upset. Steffy informs him that Justin is working on overturning Carter’s maneuver, and she places blame on Hope. Meanwhile, at the cabin, Carter and Hope discuss how Steffy is blaming Hope and influencing Ridge. Carter reveals that he has officially filed the LLC papers.
At Spencer Publications, Bill receives another letter from Luna. Poppy visits Luna, surprising her with her arrival. Luna acknowledges that she’s disappointed her mother, but Poppy expresses disbelief and frustration, saying she raised Luna better than this. Bill continues to scrutinize Luna’s letter.
Hope expresses excitement for Carter, but he admits he didn’t want to take these drastic steps. However, he insists the ongoing family feud must end. Back at Forrester, Eric tells Steffy they can’t allow Carter to manipulate his way into controlling the company. Steffy apologizes, understanding how much Carter’s betrayal hurts him. Justin arrives with an update on the LLC papers, raising hopes for a solution.
Luna thanks Poppy for visiting, but Poppy admits she nearly didn’t come. She confronts Luna over her past, accusing her of killing two men, framing her, kidnapping, and plotting to murder Steffy due to her obsession with Bill. Luna becomes fixated on whether Poppy has spoken to or seen Bill.
Hope is alone when Brooke visits. Brooke asks how Hope is doing, and Hope admits there’s a lot going on. Brooke acknowledges Steffy and Ridge’s anger but hopes things will work out. Hope agrees but leaves Brooke feeling uneasy.
Justin confirms that Carter has made himself the manager of the LLC. Carter arrives at the office, and Steffy, Ridge, and Eric consider calling security. Eric labels Carter a traitor, but Carter insists he won’t take long and stands firm on his decisions.
Meanwhile, Poppy accuses Luna of being obsessed with Bill, bringing him up even during their last visit. She condemns Luna’s behavior, including kissing Bill whilr she was in jail, and questions if Luna is even the same person she raised. Luna breaks down in tears, while Poppy wonders if she somehow created this “monster.” Bill reads Luna’s letter, where she admits she’s ashamed of her past but attributes her actions to emotional neglect.
Luna receives another visitor: Bill. She’s overjoyed to see him.
Back at Forrester, Brooke questions Hope’s comment about Forrester never being the same. Hope explains that she and Carter believe changes are necessary. Brooke expresses relief that the LLC plan fell through, but Hope shocks her by revealing the papers were filed after all.
Steffy, Ridge, and Eric are furious. Carter defends his actions, claiming they are for the company’s good. Brooke doesn’t have an office, and Steffy has fired Hope—though Carter doubts Steffy’s stated reasons for doing so.
Eric declares that Forrester is his company and vows not to stand for Carter’s power play. Carter stands his ground, asserting that as the manager of the LLC, he’s here to stay.
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