We pick up where Hope has just been informed that she is fired and her fashion line is suspended. Devastated, she calls for Carter to walk out with her. However, Carter is warned that if he leaves, there will be no turning back—his career at Forrester Creations will be over. After a moment of hesitation, Carter chooses to stay. Brooke also agrees that the division should end. Feeling betrayed by both her mother and Carter, Hope leaves, heartbroken.
Meanwhile, Daphne and Zende discuss the recent takeover, the Forresters regaining control, and Daphne’s growing feelings for Carter. Will and Electra also talk about the company’s recovery, along with Bill housing Luna for a while. Electra shares how the takeover affected her family and expresses her excitement about working together again. The group gathers to speculate on whether Steffy will allow Hope to stay, but they doubt it. They also agree that Carter needs to move on from Hope.
Carter later visits Hope’s cabin, desperate to explain himself. He tries to make her understand his reasoning and guilt, but Hope refuses to listen. She tells him she is done. Carter, unwilling to give up on their relationship, insists that they all need to take responsibility, but Hope doesn’t see it that way. She stands firm, reiterating that they are over. Carter professes his love, but Hope has had enough. She says goodbye, leaving him devastated.
In the CEO office, Brooke acknowledges that Hope was wrong, but she also believes Steffy handled things poorly. Eric advises
Brooke that Steffy just needs time. Once alone with Ridge, Brooke confesses how much she misses him and makes an emotional plea to win him back, even after everything that has happened. She continues to beg for another chance—until Taylor walks in. Taylor, exasperated, asks Ridge once again to make a choice. She also tells Brooke to have some self-respect, reminding her that Ridge has moved on.
Elsewhere, Steffy and Daphne celebrate their victory, believing Hope manipulated Carter. Steffy thanks Daphne for helping keep Carter on their side. Taylor soon joins them, thrilled about Steffy’s success. When Taylor asks about Ridge, Steffy and Daphne update her on the latest events. After Taylor leaves, Daphne makes one request—Carter must never find out she played a role in the plan. Steffy realizes Daphne has feelings for Carter. They discuss how Hope manipulated Carter and how blind he was to it. Later, Finn arrives, and the conversation shifts back to Hope and her refusal to take accountability.
Carter confides in Daphne about his painful breakup with Hope. She comforts him, and they share an emotional embrace.
At the Cliffhouse, Steffy vents about Brooke, assuming she will try to defend Hope and beg Ridge for another chance. She hopes her father won’t take the bait. Ultimately, Ridge chooses Taylor. While he admits he will always love Brooke, he declares that his future is with Taylor. Heartbroken, Brooke leaves in tears.
Elsewhere, Donna and Katie reflect on recent events. While Hope is out, both Carter and Brooke remain at Forrester Creations.
Steffy and Taylor share a heartfelt moment, celebrating Ridge’s decision. Taylor tells Steffy how proud she is of her, how much she reminds her of her grandmother, and how deeply she is loved. They make root beer floats and dance together, enjoying their bond.
However, things are far from joyful for Hope and Brooke. The two have a heated confrontation, with Brooke blaming Hope for her losing Ridge. She accuses Hope of making reckless decisions and refusing to take accountability for her role in the coup. Hope fires back, calling out her mother’s history of prioritizing her so-called destiny with Ridge over everyone else—including her own children—and questions whether that has ever truly worked out for her. The argument escalates until Katie enters, attempting to mediate. Brooke, fed up, orders Katie out of her house. In the heat of the moment, Hope nearly slaps Brooke but stops herself. As she turns to leave, she suddenly breaks down in tears. Brooke softens and pulls her daughter into a comforting embrace.
As the week comes to a close, Sheila and Luna are relieved to finally know the truth and begin building a relationship. Sheila, spotting Deacon, quickly distracts him so Luna can slip away. Once alone, she reveals to Deacon that Luna is her granddaughter. However, Deacon refuses to accept it. He tells Sheila that she will have to make a choice—because he will not accept Luna as part of their lives.
Meanwhile, Electra and Will spend time together. Will expresses his desire to take their relationship to the next level, but before they can continue the conversation, Electra has to leave. As soon as she is gone, Luna seizes the opportunity—she has her eye on Will and boldly makes a move!
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