The Bold and the Beautiful

- Season 10

(1996)

Sheila eagerly listens to Mike's account of the preparations for Ridge and Brooke's nuptials. Despite Brooke's explicit words, Sheila wants to be there and persuades Mike to get her the information on the secret location for the big event. Ridge and Taylor are still stuck in the elevator. Taylor suspects that his mother might have a hand in it. In Bel Air, Stephanie trades barbs with Brooke. Then, Megan calls to inform Brooke that Mike has been snooping around to find out where the ceremony is taking place. Brooke is horrified because neither Ridge nor Stephanie would...

Mike surprises Sheila with an invitation letter to Brooke's wedding. He warns Sheila to stay clear of the event, though, because the Forresters are keen to see her in jail again. At Forrester Creations, Stephanie unsuccessful tries to convince James to write a bad report on his new patient. Regardless, Stephanie hopes that sooner or later Sheila will break one of her probation requirements. Brooke is stunned to find out that Ridge was trapped in an elevator with Taylor last night. She correctly suspects Stephanie of foul play. However, Brooke is alarmed by some of ...

Jessica is on cloud nine after Sly's proposal. When Maggie conjures her that Sly is a good friend but not a man for life, Jessica holds back on her big news. At Bikini Bar, Jasmine is after Sly despite Michael's warnings. Sly rebuffs any advance and stuns Jasmine that he is basically engaged to Jessica. Jasmine alludes that she is not necessarily aiming for a strings attached relationship and she cannot picture Sly to look for this with Jessica either. Stephanie learns from Taylor that Brooke was with Sheila. Stephanie considers this proof of Brooke's dishonesty and ...

Brooke tells Megan that Sheila had a wedding invitation in her possession. Megan apologizes and hints that the culprit who gave it to her must have been Mike. A distraught Sheila confides in Mike. He is furious that Brooke threatened her and promises to take action against the Forresters. Sheila fails to stop him. Ridge finds out from Taylor that Brooke has likely been visiting Sheila. He cannot understand Brooke's behavior and feels betrayed because she went against his precise wishes. Stephanie arrives at Brooke's office and blames her for meeting with Sheila. She ...

Stephanie tells Lauren and James that Brooke met with Sheila despite the obvious danger for the family. Ridge furiously blames Brooke for getting involved with Sheila and lying to him about their meeting. Brooke repeatedly asks for his forgiveness. Still angry, Ridge leaves for the sauna. There, Lauren is already waiting for him and suggests sex as stress relief. Mike confronts Megan for selling him out to Brooke. Megan is confused that Mike is siding with Sheila again. He thinks that Brooke first fooled Sheila into believing in a great friendship, but then dropped ...

James visits Sheila after she has missed their therapy lesson. Sheila is obviously distraught over her dispute with Brooke and confides in James that she worries about Mike harming her out of a sense false loyalty. At Forrester Creations, Mike tries to intimidate Brooke and force her to invite Sheila to her wedding. Megan witnesses the scene. Ridge withstands Lauren's advances in the steam room and realizes how much Brooke means to him. Brooke is rescued when three security officers storm into her office and bring Mike to the ground. Just then, Ride shows up and is ...

Sally swears her troops in to help her save Spectra Fashions after the recent fashion show debacle. Macy agrees to play an even more active role in the company than before. Then, Thorne storms into Sally's office beaming with joy: famed stage director Tommy Tune wants him to audition as Danny Zuko in the Broadway revival of "Grease". Macy carefully breaks it to Thorne that she cannot relocate to New York with him. Later, Thorne scores the lead role upon his rendition of "Love me Tender". After being fired from Forrester Creations Mike unsuccessfully renews his demand ...

Thorne and Ridge share their good news with one another: a role in a Broadway musical and an impending marriage. Stephanie is desperate to stop the wedding and tries to instigate Lauren and Taylor to an intrigue. When Taylor indignantly turns her down, Lauren also refuses to help. In Bel Air, Brooke is happy to welcome her mother back to Los Angeles after she has agreed to be her matron of honor. Brooke confides in Beth how her secret meetings with Sheila did almost cost her the relationship with Ridge. Mike suggests to Sheila to take revenge on Brooke for her ...

Sheila tries hesitantly to get accustomed to life as a free woman: she visits the trendy "Insomnia" café on Melrose where she runs into a communicative blonde: Maggie. They realize that they are both recently divorced middle-aged women from the Midwest. When Mike shows up, Sheila asks him questions about his revenge plan against Brooke. Mike remains silent. Beth visits her dear friend Eric and they talk about Brooke's wedding. Rick is ecstatic after his helicopter ride to Catalina Island with Ridge. The young boy proudly shows Brooke and Bridget a video from this ...

Ridge is stunned to discover a letter from Mulholland Hospital hidden in a book. In it, Dr. Tracy Peters voices shock over the request, yet agrees to follow up on Brooke's wish to provide the desired test results for the paternity test of Bridget in exchange for 1 Million Dollar and keep the true findings a secret. Upstairs, Brooke thanks Rick for giving Ridge and their family a chance. She then reads Bridget a bedtime story. James gets concerned when Stephanie loudly disapproves about the upcoming wedding. She claims that Brooke is using Ridge's love for Bridget to ...

Just as Stephanie is about to fill Maggie in on her generation-overlapping feud with the Logans, Beth arrives at the Forrester Mansion bearing a peace offering. Stephanie refuses and denies Beth and her daughter Brooke to possess any morals or scruples. Ridge is furious about the possibility that Bridget might not be his daughter. Brooke is shocked that Ridge does consider the letter and the allegations to be real. She leaves to confront the one person who she thinks is responsible for this cruel scheme: Stephanie. Macy reminds Thorne that a role in a Broadway musical...

Full of disdain, Brooke accuses Stephanie of forging a letter with the intention to plant doubts in Ridge that Bridget is not his daughter. Stephanie is confused. In Bel Air, an angry Ridge tells Beth that he discovered a letter in which the doctor who conducted Bridget's paternity test a couple of years ago claims that Brooke paid 1 Million Dollar to ensure the desired test results. Beth implores him by all means to trust Brooke. Taylor takes a stroll down memory lane with James and remembers how Bridget being Ridge's daughter was a major blow to her relationship ...

Ridge, Brooke, Rick, Bridget and Beth have a family breakfast. Even though he tries his best to shrug off the letter as a hoax, Ridge is having doubts. Brooke convinces him to confront the alleged author. When they arrive at the hospital, Ridge and Brooke are shocked to learn that Dr. Peters was killed last night in a robbery. To get clarity on their matter, Brooke asks her co-worker Dr. Benson for a signature sample from the late Dr. Peters. Stephanie stuns Taylor with news of the possibility that Bridget might not be Ridge's daughter. Taylor does not believe that ...

Dr. Benson shows Brooke and Ridge a document signed by Dr. Peters. Brooke wants to prove to Ridge that the signature on the letter in which the late doctor is questioning Ridge's paternity of Bridget is forged. To their horror, the autographs are identical. During brunch with Dylan and Michael, Sly is bragging about his future in wealth thanks to the generosity of the Forresters, and everyone - except Jessica - realizes that he is after her money. Dylan and Michael unsuccessfully try to open Jessica's eyes. Clad in nothing but a bikini, Jasmine makes a provocative ...

Ridge and Stephanie discuss whether Dr. Peter's letter is fake. Stephanie insists that Brooke bribed the doctor, but Ridge protests vehemently. Suddenly, it dawns to him who must have produced the letter: Sheila. Taylor fills James in on the shocking developments. James wonders if Taylor is considering the possibility to get back together with Ridge if Bridget is not his daughter. Taylor claims that she has moved on and stresses that the letter is a forgery. Sheila receives a visit from Dr. Carey who is worried to hear that his former patient has sought contact with ...

Ridge is seething with rage: he chokes Sheila and orders her to admit that she wrote the ominous letter which claims Brooke bribed Dr. Peters to manipulate the paternity test. When Sheila feigns ignorance and vehemently protests against his accusations, Ridge becomes insecure. Sly and Jasmine shamelessly flirt during work and share another kiss. Jasmine makes it clear that she will not be a meaningless affair for Sly, though, and demands that he make a choice. Sly bluntly admits that - due to her money - Jessica is way more attractive to him. When Maggie spots ...

Jessica is shocked by Sly's immediate reaction to her breaking off their engagement. Sly then announces that he does not want to force Jessica into marriage. Relieved, Jessie explains that she likes Sly and merely wants to give their relationship a longer trial period before they make it official. Jasmine watches this scene closely. Ridge spends some father-time with Bridget. Upstairs, Brooke shows Beth the wedding gown that Ridge designed. The happy occasion ends with a major bang when Brooke realizes that her own mother wonders if the allegations in the letter are ...

Sally is having doubts whether she has the strength to rebuild Spectra Fashions. Macy and Dylan try to change her mind and already present a new business plan. Then, two Police Officers arrive to question Sally about designs stolen from Forrester. Macy covers for her mother and orders Dylan to get rid of the incriminating tokens immediately. Meanwhile, Lauren suggests to James that she would be the right woman for Ridge if he were to break up from Brooke. James warns Lauren not to delude herself. Stephanie has asked Ridge, Brooke and Eric over to the Forrester Mansion...

Sheila accuses Mike of forging the letter. When he vehemently denies any involvement, Sheila tries a different strategy to lure a testimony out of him. Unbeknownst to Mike, Sheila is taping their conversation. Suddenly, James arrives and urges Sheila to stay far away from Mike. Katie is excited about her sister Brooke's wedding. Beth fills her in on the shadow looming over this joyful event. Katie is shocked that her mother is not entirely convinced that the allegations are off-base. At the Forrester Mansion, Stephanie and Eric get a reluctant Brooke and Ridge to ...

Wedding planner Maggie is confused when she learns from Eric that Ridge and Brooke's nuptials have been postponed. Brooke elucidates to Beth why it was necessary to cancel the wedding and agree to do another paternity test. Beth apologizes for ever doubting her daughter: the new test will also prove Stephanie wrong once and for all. James informs Stephanie that he suspects Sheila and Mike to be the authors of the letter. Stephanie, who is always willing to accuse Sheila of foul play, thinks that he is reading too much into everything and that the document is real. ...

Sally has given up hope of ever being able to catch up with Forrester Creations. Macy is full of energy to bring a renaissance to Spectra Fashions, though. She hopes to score a deal with Lauren and therefore invites her over for a visit. Mike tries to re-apply at the hospital and accidentally finds out that the Forresters are about to have another paternity test performed. He visits Sheila to deliver this news. Mike also reminds Sheila about the little incident a couple of years ago and how she tampered with the original testing until even they did not know of the ...

Uncertainty and anxiety is looming over various inhabitants of Los Angeles: Eric admits to Taylor how he suppressed the feeling that he wanted Bridget to be his child for many years - and now there is a possibility that it is actually true. After she has failed to reassure Brooke, Beth pays Ridge a visit and pressures him to be with Brooke during this difficult time. Ridge, who no longer doubts his fiancée, immediately leaves to give Brooke moral support and offers to spend a couple of days at Big Bear together. With Dylan's help, Macy presents Lauren the long ...

Ridge and Brooke spend a romantic evening in the family cabin at Big Bear and dream of a carefree future. They are considering to leaving L.A. and traveling the world with their children. Maggie is relieved to hear that Jessica broke off her engagement. Jasmine tries to reason with Sly not to trap Jessica into a marriage. Later, Sly and Jessica have a picnic on the beach that he prepared. Sly declares his love and wants to sleep with Jessica. At Forrester Creations, Eric and Lauren have a heated discussion about her sketches and the collection that he is supposed to ...

Maggie and Sheila run into each other for the second time at the Insomnia Café. This time, Maggie properly introduces herself and invites her acquaintance over to the Mansion. A stunned Sheila feels the urge to be honest and reveals who she is. Maggie who knows of her reputation is in shock. Macy fills Darla in on her plan to score a lucrative deal with Fenmore Department Stores. At the Guest House of the Forrester Estate, Lauren catches Dylan as he delivers a gift basket from Spectra and flirts with him. Lauren then visits Macy to thank her for the offer to team up, ...

Stephanie goes to visit Sheila. A heated argument ensues as they respectively accuse each other of forging the ominous letter out of hatred against Brooke. Stephanie threatens to put Sheila in jail again and Sheila swears revenge. Ridge and Brooke are still at the cabin in Big Bear relaxing without any children or commitments. Brooke worries about the upcoming test result about Bridget's paternity. Ridge is confident, though. Dylan wants to know from Maggie if Jessica still has feelings for him. He explains that he has been thinking a lot about her lately. Maggie ...

Sheila has invited Maggie over for an English tea time. She is open about her difficulties making friends and how important it would be for her recovery. Maggie listens in sympathy and hands Sheila her phone number before leaving. Beth is happy to hear from Brooke that she and Ridge enjoyed their time at Big Bear. Eric has asked Katie to bring Bridget to the office so that he can spend time with her. Taylor can hardly believe that Eric now also wonders if Brooke might have manipulated the paternity test by bribing the doctor. Stephanie finds Brooke's office abandoned ...

Stephanie and Brooke have a heated argument. Stephanie accuses Brooke of faking the original paternity test. Brooke is furious that her future mother-in-law would think that badly of her. Meanwhile, Taylor comforts Ridge and reassures him that Bridget is his daughter. When they embrace, Brooke walks into the room. James, who originally wanted to visit Lauren, runs into Maggie by chance and suddenly has the idea to take her out to dinner. Maggie suggests cooking for him instead. Mike informs Sheila that he went back to his roots and is now working at the hospital again...

Maggie and James grow closer during a cooking lesson and the following candle-light dinner. At the Bikini Bar, Sly informs his friends that he wants to get Jessica pregnant to start a family with her. Jessica arrives who is reluctant to agree to attend a beach party that Sly is planning for the next day. Dylan stuns Michael that he has come to the conclusion that they do not work as a couple. Dylan also explains that he still has feelings for his ex. Michael does not want to give up without a fight: When Dylan goes to run an errand, she puts on sexy lingerie, ready to...

James and Maggie enjoy each other's company. Even though he assures her, she is concerned about not being able to keep up with the worldly psychiatrist, though. Jessica tries in vain to speak to Dylan. Michael pretends that she and Dylan are a lot closer than they actually are which leaves Jessica with a sudden attack of love-sickness. At Bikini Bar, Dylan pays Sly a visit to announce that he is back fighting for Jessica. Just as Sly begins to worry that his ticket to fortune could slip away from him, Jessica gives him a call to accept his invitation for the beach ...

Brooke learns from Doctor Benson that the results of the paternity test will be available the next day. Ridge is relieved while Brooke is on the edge. Ridge tries to get Brooke out of her gloomy mood. He dances with her and assures her of his trust and love. Lauren shows up at Taylor's Beach House with the intention to speculate about the authenticity of the letter. Taylor is surprised. Lauren admits that she is hoping to become Ridge's lover if Brooke lied - and implies that Taylor has the same interest. Taylor rebuffs this, but later dreams of Ridge coming back to ...

The burning question of Bridget's paternity is making waves within the Forrester family. With Eric getting more and more convinced that the little girl is his child, Stephanie pressures him to consider fighting for custody for Rick and Bridget. Taylor admits to James that she is thinking of a reunion with Ridge if it were to turn out that he is not actually Bridget's father. James begs Taylor not to sacrifice her good judgment for wishful thinking. Ridge and Brooke are nervous while having breakfast with the children and Beth. Then, Dr. Benson calls everyone because ...

Brooke, Stephanie, Eric and Ridge are waiting in Dr. Benson's office for the results of the paternity test. Stephanie explains again that she is ready to recognize Brooke as her daughter-in-law if Ridge is the father - if not, she does not want anything more to do with her. Meanwhile, Ridge regrets agreeing to another test. Eric thinks that it was necessity to get clarity who is really Bridget's father. Jessica reflects on her romance with Dylan who she still considers her true love. However, Sly persuades her to come to the beach party. Jasmine worries that Sly might...

Sly spikes the drinks at his party as several guests leave to enjoy some privacy at the beach. Jessica is uncomfortable and wants to go home, but Sly refuses. Mike informs Sheila that the paternity test results are due. Sheila is anxious for the truth, but also explains to Mike that the timing might be right for her to become Brooke's confidante in a time of need again. Beth, who is taking care of Bridget, prays that the girl's daddy is Ridge. Meanwhile at the hospital, Dr. Benson announces that three independent tests came to the same conclusion: Eric is Bridget's ...

Stephanie delivers the shocking results of the paternity test to Taylor. She encourages her former daughter-in-law to look after Bridget and Ridge. While Dylan depicts to Maggie how he plans to win Jessie back, Jessica gets into an argument with Sly at the beach party. Teased by Tony, Shelly, Ramone and Sandy to get up close and personal with his girlfriend, Sly gets drunk because Jessica rejects him sexually. A furious Sly then tries to rape Jessica, but she can escape in shock. Ridge is full of pain. He is also worried about Bridget and how she will cope with the ...

Eric attempts to come to terms about the results of the paternity test with Stephanie. Beth tries to lift the spirits of a miserable Brooke who feels left alone by Ridge after he did not come home last night. When Bridget begins to pose questions, Brooke remains vague. Later, Eric appears. He accuses Brooke of only working towards marrying Ridge and ignoring their children's well-being. Eric frankly wonders if Brooke fudged the original blood test. At the Beach House, James consults with Taylor on how to help in this tricky situation. James warns Taylor of the ...

Sheila has called Mike over. She plays him the tape in which he depicts in detail how to forge a letter from Dr. Peters. Mike is horrified that the lady of his affection is turning against him. Sheila gives Mike the alternative to either disappear or she will hand the tape to the police. Sally visits Stephanie to talk about the reveal of the paternity test. Stephanie is stunned that Sally is feeling sorry for Brooke. Taylor comforts Ridge and reminds him that the fact that he is not the biological father does not mean that Bridget will love him any less. Eric feels ...

Lauren and James wonder who produced the ominous letter which brought Bridget's paternity back into question. They deduce that it must have been Sheila's work - and that Mike aided and abetted her. James then goes over to the main house to tell Stephanie about this suspicion. Stephanie is certain that the letter is no forgery and that Brooke did indeed bribe Dr. Peters, though. In an attempt to comfort her friend, Sheila tries to convince Brooke to leave L.A. with her and start a new life someplace else. However, Brooke wants to fight for Ridge and her rehabilitation....

Sly awakes with a major hangover. Jasmine asks Sly if he slept with Jessica last night, but he cannot remember. Dylan gifts Jessica a rose and asks her to give him another chance. She is overjoyed. Shortly later, Michael stops by to tell Jessica what she learned from Jasmine. Jessica is immensely disappointed that Sly was planning to impregnate her with a manipulated condom. She wants to get back at him. Lauren visits Taylor and fields her with question about Ridge. Taylor pressures Lauren to leave Ridge alone. Lauren makes it clear that she considers Taylor's advice ...

Sheila offers Brooke to stay a couple of days with her. Brooke refuses because she is waiting for Ridge. Sheila then receives a visit from Lauren who wants to get a better understanding of the role that Sheila might have played in the letter incident. Meanwhile, Beth begs her daughter to come to Paris for a while to get distance to all the drama. Suddenly, Ridge arrives and Brooke gains new hope that they have a future after all. Ridge only came for the children's sake, though. When her "daddy" acts evasive, Bridget wonders if her parent's wedding will actually take ...

Taylor asks James to use his influence on Lauren to keep her from pursuing Ridge. James questions Taylor's motives. Shaken by the reveal that he is not Bridget's father, Ridge feels completely exhausted. Brooke is shocked that Ridge doubts that their family and relationship can overcome this. Eric is mad at Brooke as he believes that she cheated him of fatherhood to realize her dream romance with Ridge. Eric now wants to spend as much time as possible with Bridget and Eric Jr. and even considers filing for custody. Naturally, Stephanie supports her ex-husband in this ...

Stephanie tries to comfort Ridge by pointing out that all parents lose their children at some point, when they grow up and leave the house. It is obvious that - despite his anger - Ridge is still having feelings for Brooke. In the living room, Eric enjoys spending time with Bridget who continues to call him "grandpa". He offers the girl to go on a hiking trip in Big Bear. Beth fears that Brooke's attempts to proof that she did not bribe Dr. Peters will not change a thing for Ridge because he will have to come to terms about losing his beloved daughter. Beth suggests ...

Stephanie urges Brooke to leave L.A. because it would be best for Eric and Ridge to have time with the children alone. Brooke gets defensive when Stephanie wants to have the incriminating letter investigated, but she cannot find it. Stephanie is even more convinced than before of Brooke's guilt and pressures her to get out of town immediately. Beth is shocked by Stephanie's audacity. James offers his advice to Ridge, yet he has no miracle cure for his misery of losing his daughter. Maggie shows up with cookies at Sheila's house. Sheila explains that she is hopeful ...

Eric continues to spend time with Rick and Bridget. Stephanie informs her ex-husband that they will have even more time together because Brooke is going to Paris for a while. Sheila learns from Brooke that Stephanie has pressured her to leave L.A. and that she is actually considering it and will therefore not live with her. Sheila then goes to see Stephanie and campaigns on Brooke's behalf. The women get into a heated argument. Brooke still doubts whether she should fly to Europe as she does want to leave the children, but Beth encourages her to recharge her batteries...

On the plane to Paris, Brooke is already missing her children - and Ridge. Beth tries to calm her down. In Malibu, Stephanie informs Taylor that Brooke will be gone for a while - and suggests that it is the perfect time for Taylor to develop a closer bond to Ridge again. Eric spends quality time with Rick and Bridget by the swimming pool of the Forrester Mansion. Ridge watches this scene with conflicted emotions and leaves quickly. Maggie surprises the kids with Hamburgers and Stephanie encourages Eric to stay with her for the time being. Ridge visits Taylor asking ...

Spectra Fashions is in a dire financial situation. Sally and Macy therefore have to let Dylan go to further reduce the staff. He is completely stunned by this decision. At Bikini Bar, Jasmine continues to scold Sly for using Jessica. Jessica knows that Sly wanted to impregnate her with a manipulated condom in order to get her pregnant and therefore gain access to the Forresters' money. She discusses options for a meaningful revenge plan with Michael. Luckily for Jessica, Sly was so drunk that evening that he willingly believes that they had sex. Taylor is surprised to...

James helps Maggie prepare dinner at the Forrester's home. Lauren notices an unexpected closeness between James and Maggie and wonders if they are a couple. Both Maggie and James avoid giving Lauren a straight answer. Eric and Stephanie are happy that Rick and Bridget are enjoying themselves at the Forrester Mansion. Over dinner, Eric Jr. and Bridget voice that they want to stay at Grandma's house. Later, Stephanie encourages Eric to file for custody of his children. Miserable that Brooke left for Paris due to Stephanie's meddling, Sheila feels extremely lonely. ...

Sally has invited Macy, C.J. and Darla to the Café Russe. She wants to feast and celebrate in style one more time before Spectra Fashions goes bankrupt. When the name of Sally's ex-husband Clarke Garrison is mentioned, Macy gets an idea. James and Maggie also dine at the restaurant. Maggie feels uncomfortable in the upscale surroundings. James does his best to ease her discomfort and gives her a crash course in cutlery and glasses. Eventually, Maggie begins to enjoy the evening. With his tuition due and bills reaching way over his head, newly unemployed Dylan is in ...

Dylan is about to turn on his heels when he realizes that the Beverly Hills Hideaway is a strip-club. When he learns that Vince, the owner, studied marketing with Jasmine and many of the strippers have families with wife and kids, Dylan begins to reassess his attitude. However, Dylan feels - that despite being cash-strapped - he is not ready for such a bold new job. Maggie tells her daughter that she had a wonderful evening with James, yet she cannot help it but feel inferior to the worldly psychiatrist. Jessica urges her mother to embrace the chance to date a man who...

Sheila surprises Maggie at the Forrester Mansion. Maggie freezes in panic, but Sheila says she made sure that nobody else is in the house. Sheila states that she thinks what Stephanie did to Brooke is mean. The worst thing is that she took her children away from her. When Maggie is distracted by a messenger, Sheila sneaks into Stephanie's bedroom and looks at her medication. At Forrester Creations, Stephanie continues to push Eric to file for custody of his children. When Eric expresses that he feels not ready to take care of them alone, Stephanie offers to raise Rick...

Sheila uses her voluntary work at the clinic to snoop around in the medical library. She also takes the opportunity to question Dr. Carey about mental illnesses and their causes. Brian willingly talks about mercury poisoning, a disease doctors usually fail to diagnose because the symptoms are exactly the same as those of a psychosis. With Spectra Fashions on the verge of bankruptcy, Macy fills Darla in on her plan to save the family business. She wants to hire Clarke Garrison, Sally's ex and C.J.'s father, as the new designer. Darla considers this a bad move because ...

Sheila is preparing a box of pills as part of her revenge plan against Stephanie. Suddenly, Maggie shows up and it is not before long that they talk Brooke and the children. Sheila accuses Stephanie of trying to take Rick and Bridget away from her close friend. Jessica opens up to Stephanie that she and Dylan are seeing each other again. When Dylan stops by to pick up Jessica, Stephanie makes it clear that she expects him to treat her niece well. Taylor advises Ridge to straighten out his relationship status with Brooke before breaking the shocking news to Bridget. ...

Sheila is struggling with her aspiration to be a better person and the obvious venom that is Stephanie: should she go through with her plan? Right on cue, Stephanie arrives in Brentwood looking for Brooke. As it turns out, Brooke has not called her children in the last 24 hours which Stephanie sees as proof for her nemesis' bad character. Alarmed that the Forrester Matriarch wants to take Rick and Bridget away from Brooke, Sheila declares that she has to take action and stop Stephanie. James and Lauren spot Taylor and Ridge having dinner at Café Rusee. Lauren is ...

Ridge and Taylor are amused by James and Lauren's reaction to their staged display of affection. He is worried, though, because Brooke has not called the children in two days. Failing to reach her in person, Sheila leaves Brooke a message in which she warns her that Stephanie will turn the kids against her. Sheila then calls Maggie and learns that nobody will be in Stephanie's house the next morning. Sheila realizes that this is a perfect opportunity. Eric, Stephanie, Lauren, Maggie and Jessica enjoy a late night sundae feast at the Forrester Mansion. Michael admits ...

The end of an era is near: Sally desperately tries to get another extension from her bankers, but they coolly inform the Spectra matriarch that the loans are up tomorrow. Darla has to tell Macy that she failed to reach Clarke leaving the company doomed. Meanwhile, Stephanie and Ridge read about Spectra Fashion's demise in the newspaper. Ridge is shocked to hear that his parents want to file for temporary custody of Rick and Bridget. Macy gains new hope when Eric calls her over to Forrester Creations. Unfortunately, Eric simply wants to express his sympathy and ...

Just as Sally is about to close the shop on Spectra Fashions, Clarke Garrison - former head designer and her ex-husband - walks out of the freight elevator. Clarke lays it on thick about his accomplishments in the fashion world, but also tries to charm Sally, Macy and Darla - and even feigns concern about sick Saul. Sally notices that Clarke forgot to mention one person in particular: their son. Meanwhile, Rick and C.J. do their homework and talk about their respective fathers. Lauren confronts Taylor about crossing the line with Ridge. Taylor makes it clear that she ...

Clarke is confused by Sally's harsh reaction to his return. Sally reminds her ex that he betrayed her as a husband and business partner. Clarke brings up the many accomplishments that they achieved together and asks for one favor: he would like to meet his son. Sally rejects this because Clarke has never been proper father to C.J. before. Ridge discusses with Taylor why Brooke has not contacted her children in several days. Ridge gives the Logans a call in Paris, but only reaches the answering machine. Jessica tries to convince Eric and Stephanie that Dylan has ...

Sheila is anxious how Stephanie is doing - now that the manipulated medication should start showing its effects. Meanwhile, unaware that she is taking mercury instead of calcium, Stephanie feels weak and fears that she is getting a cold. In the kitchen, Bridget explains to Maggie and James that she is missing her mommy. At Forrester Creations, Jessica informs Ridge that she overheard Eric and Stephanie talking about filing for custody of Rick and Bridget. Jessica encourages Ridge to believe in a reunion with Brooke like she is doing with Dylan. Later, Beth calls Ridge...

Michael informs Dylan that she paid his share of the rent with him being cash strapped. He is grateful for her support, especially now that he is back together with Jessica. Ridge learns from Beth that Brooke left Paris three days ago and should be back in town by now. Lauren gives Ridge moral support when he goes to see her. Unfortunately, Brooke's house is empty. Ridge feels guilty for mistrusting Brooke as she seems to hide from him. Even more confusing, Maggie confirms to Ridge that Brooke has not seen or called her children in days. Jessica explains to Dylan that...

Clarke shamelessly flirts with Jasmine at Bikini Bar. Sly cannot help it but be impressed by Clarke's demeanor. Then, Jessica arrives to put her plan into motion: she announces her alleged pregnancy. Sly is thrilled while Jessica feigns to consider an abortion because she does not feel ready to have a child at her age. Dylan is embarrassed about his new job. He takes Michael with him as moral support on his first day as a shirtless waiter at strip-club Beverly Hills Hideaway. C.J. notices that his mother seems preoccupied. Sally claims that it is related to business. ...

Ridge regrets abandoning Brooke and gets worried because it appears that she was swallowed up by earth. Megan confirms that she flew to L.A. three days ago. Katie and Donna affirm that Brooke has not yet contacted anyone in the family. Later, Bridget expresses that she misses her mother. Seeing how much the children are suffering from Brooke's absence, Ridge swears to find Brooke. Lauren and Stephanie discuss why Brooke could have disappeared. Clarke meets with Macy to inquire about his son. Macy is curious if his interest in C.J. is really the reason why he came back...

Stephanie is confused when Sly appears at the Forrester Mansion. She is shocked to hear that Jessica is allegedly pregnant and throws him out. Later, Stephanie confronts Jessica why she is still seeing Sly. During dinner, James encourages Maggie - who is still sporting crutches - to let others like him take care of her once in a while. They kiss. Anxious before his reunion with his son, Clarke is having a drink at Bikini Bar - where he runs into Michael -, but seems short on cash for a world-renowned designer. Clarke is charmed by Michael and gives her his phone ...

Rick tells Eric that he got reminded what a great dad he has after talking to his friend C.J. and also realized why young Garrison has been mocking him in the past for having two fathers in his life. Darla is shocked that Macy is willing to believe that Clarke has changed and could be willing to establish a proper relationship with his offspring and save the company. Across town, Sally carefully watches as Clarke issues an emotional plea to convince his son to give him a chance. Full of anger, C.J. makes it clear that a quick visit will not compensate for a childhood ...

Sheila unexpectedly shows up at Forrester Creations to inform Ridge that she is worried about Brooke. She accuses him of not loving Brooke because he watches Stephanie taking the children away from her. After this lecture, Ridge receives a phone call from Beth in Paris. Ridge and Beth wonder where Brooke has disappeared to. Clarke has called Darla over to his hotel suite. He feels bad after the depressing conversation with his son. Darla fills Clarke in about the sad state of Spectra Fashions which has little to do with the golden days when he has head designer. ...

Jessica confronts Sly for telling Stephanie about her pregnancy in spite of her wishes to remain discreet. She stuns her "boyfriend" that she is not taking it lightly to be pregnant at her age and fears that the Forresters will throw her out. Sly presents Jessica with his easy-fix for their situation: an engagement ring and the proposal to marry her. Jessica presents Sly with conditions. Michael visits Dylan at the Beverly Hills Hideway. He begins to get used to his lucrative gig as a shirtless waiter. Michael bursts his bubble when she expresses that Jessica should ...

Dylan pays Michael back his share of the rent. He even hopes to be able to afford enrolling at the renowned but pricey American Design Academy come summer thanks to his new job. Eric is concerned for Jessica and asks Michael and Dylan over. He fears that the relationship of the roommates and former lovers might not stay platonic and hurt his niece eventually. Eric is particularly impressed how Michael stands his ground to him and makes her a job offer. Clarke meets up with Sally's bankers and presents them with a business case for Spectra Fashions which includes his ...

Sally walks through the empty halls of Spectra Fashions looking back on the shattered dreams of her life's work. Suddenly, Clarke shows up with stunning news. Clarke informs Sally that he talked to the bank and got a loan extension - under the condition of his returns as head designer. Sally will not hear it because he has hurt her and C.J. too hard. Clarke begs Sally to give him another chance to become a father for his son that he can be proud of. Reluctantly, Sally shakes hands with Clarke. After consultation with his private detective, Ridge decides to leave for ...

Taylor explains to James that she regrets not joining Ridge on his quest to find the missing Brooke, even more so when she learns that he is not traveling alone. On the way to Paris, Ridge instructs Lauren on their next steps to trace down Brooke. At Forrester Creations, Eric and Stephanie discuss the legal proceedings to file for permanent custody of Rick and Bridget with Jonathan. Later, Eric reassures his children who are confused by their mother's prolonged absence. Sheila pays Maggie a visit to find out if her plan to poison Stephanie is working. Maggie depicts ...

Sally delivers Macy and Darla the happy news that good old Spectra Fashions dodged bankruptcy because Clarke convinced the bank to extend the loans. However, Sally wants C.J.'s approval before she officially appoints Clarke head designer. C.J. still has great reservations because his father has been absent for most of his childhood. An unexpected visit and emotional plea from Clarke change the young boy's mind, though. After telling Dylan that she had to come clean to Stephanie about her plan, Jessica breaks it to Sly that his responsibilities as a father are starting...

Sly is surprised that Jessica has not told her mother about her pregnancy yet. Instead of going to the movies, Jessica takes Sly to see Dr. Warwick in order to give her "boyfriend" a proper feeling what it means to bring new life into this world. At Beverly Hills Hideaway, Jasmine interviews Dylan about his new job. While the income is quite good, Dylan needs extra cash to pay his tuition money to study at the American Design Academy. Vince makes it clear that waitering will not cover for it, but stripping would. Dylan does not feel ready to become a dancer on stage, ...

Sheila's attempt to poison Stephanie with mercury is having an effect. Stephanie sleeps poorly and is constantly irritable. After witnessing a vociferous argument of his ex-wife with Maggie, Eric realizes that Stephanie is not being her usual self and needs to see a doctor as soon as possible. Sheila runs into Forrester Creations' latest hiring Michael at a restaurant and warns her about Stephanie's erratic behavior. Ridge and Lauren arrive in Miami following a trace of the still-missing Brooke. Sally informs her troops that Spectra Fashions is rising from the ashes. ...

Maggie fills Taylor in on Stephanie's erratic behavior. Eric accompanies Stephanie - who acts more out of the loop by the minute - to see Dr. Benson. Stephanie and Eric describe her symptoms and that it seems to be more than signs of stress. Mark worries that Stephanie could be experiencing early stages of Parkinson. Sheila ponders her next steps to drive Stephanie crazy and prove to everyone that she is unfit to raise Brooke's children. In Miami, Ridge and Lauren visit Brooke's former high-school class-mate Christian Kramer to find out about her whereabouts, but he ...

Michael can hardly believe her luck to work at Forrester Creations. She is not Eric's only hiring, though: famed fashion designer Grant Chambers from New York City joins the company on a short-term contract to fill in during Ridge's absence. Michael runs into the newcomer and is instantly smitten. Clarke is unable to pay his hotel bill and charmingly begs Violet, the manager, for an extension. Sally is back into business and Macy is thrilled to see her mother this happy again. Macy tells Sally, who is hoping that Clarke will bond with his son C.J., that she is having ...

Taylor is stunned to see Grant Chambers again as they used to be a couple in college. She wants to keep their previous relationship a secret and brushes aside any remark that they both being single could rekindle the old flame. Grant still seems to like her very much, though. Eric's concern for Stephanie grows when not only does she continue to be very week; she is also showing erratic behavior. Sheila goes to see James hoping to find an ally to stop Eric and Stephanie from taking the children away from Brooke. Sheila's choice of words leaves James with more questions...

Beth urges Ridge not to give up on finding Brooke. Maggie disagrees with Stephanie that Brooke would willingly leave her children. Stephanie apologizes for starting a fight with Maggie earlier. James is surprised to hear that Taylor does not see much chance for a reunion with Ridge despite Brooke's vanishing act. Back in Miami, Ridge is depressed because there is still no sign of his fiancée. When he considers putting an end to the search mission, Lauren urges Ridge to relax and let her take of him tonight. Meanwhile at an undisclosed location, Brooke seemingly ...

A dinner party is held at the Forrester Mansion. Eric informs Dylan that he wrote him a letter of recommendation for the prestigious design academy. Jessica is proud that her boyfriend is invited, even though Dylan has to leave early for work. Dylan is very cryptic about his new work place. Forrester Creations' new designer Grant is confused why Taylor wants to keep their past romance a secret. Stephanie uses the opportunity to stress the close relationship that Taylor shares with her son Ridge. In Miami, Lauren recounts her eventful life's story of past flings and ...

Ridge and Lauren arrive in Barbados looking for Brooke, but wonder if she actually wants to be found. They are stunned to learn that they will have to occupy the honeymoon suite at Sam Lords Castle Resort, as all other rooms are fully booked. Stephanie enjoys it a lot to take care of Rick and Bridget who begin to get used to living with grandma, even though they still miss their "mommy". Taylor worries that Stephanie is not in the shape to raise the children. Then, Jonathan arrives because the trial date for the custody suit is approaching. For his purpose, Stephanie ...

Clarke meets with Sally and C.J. for lunch to get to know his son better. To smoothen his relationship, Clarke stresses that he turned down a great job opportunity to stay in Los Angeles. Meanwhile at Spectra Fashions, Macy and Darla talk to Italia fashion entrepreneur Antonio Giovanni who admires Clarke's work but is very much surprised to hear that he allegedly offered him a position as head designer. Macy and Darla realize that Clarke has not changed and cannot be trusted. Sheila's make out-session with Grant is cut short. On Barbados, Lauren does not mind at all ...

James admits to Maggie that he has fallen for her; a feeling that she reciprocates. Jessica continues to poke fun with Dylan about his mysterious new job. He remains secretive and explains that it is just a means to an end to earn the tuition fee for design school. Later, Vince teaches Dylan the principles of strip dancing. Dylan does not really feel ready to embark on this new career, but his first appearance is already set for the evening. In Barbados' second biggest town, Speightstown, Ridge and Lauren keep searching for Brooke to no avail. Nobody has seen her and ...

Ridge has good and bad news for Bridget: he is coming home, but has not found her "mommy". Lauren informs Ridge that the next flight to L.A. is not until tomorrow. She suggests enjoying the remaining time on Barbados. While Ridge and Lauren are getting closer over dining and dancing, Brooke wanders around the island and steals a doll - which resembles Bridget - from a little girl called Abigail, daughter of a local police man. Michael urges Dylan to rethink his decision to start dancing at the strip club. Despite having second thoughts, Dylan tells Vince that he will ...

Dylan is nervous before his first strip dance. Club owner Vince stresses that the lucrative job is not shady but mere entertainment. Meanwhile, Jasmine arrives with a reluctant Michael at Beverly Hills Hideaway. They take front-row seats alongside hairdresser Gladys Pope who explains that she is a regular customer. Later, Dylan gives his debut on stage and the crowd goes wild. James and Maggie, who return home from a romantic dinner, are surprised to find Jessica there alone. She explains that Dylan hung up on her because of work. Then, little Bridget walks into the ...

Sally has called Gladys over to have her hair done. Gladys concludes that Sally is secretly hoping for a reunion with her ex-husband. Sally's denial is not too severe. Meanwhile, Darla argues with Macy whether Sally should be told that Clarke lied about sacrificing a brilliant career to return to Spectra Fashions and his son. Macy wants to prevent Clarke from hurting C.J. again at all costs. After flirting with Michael, Grant is confronted by Stephanie because she accurately picked up on his familiarity with Taylor. Clarke finds out that Michael works at Forrester ...

James has a theory why Brooke vanished without a trace: she might have suffered from a reactive psychosis. Taylor is not willing to rule out that Brooke simply met a new man and ran away with him. After the mysterious woman stole his necklace, Ridge regains hope that Brooke is actually on Barbados. He decides to continue his search on the island for another two days and urges Lauren - who fears that the saw an illusion - to go home without him. With a heavy heart Lauren says goodbye to Ridge. On the beach, Brooke is confronted by Abigail, the little girl whose doll ...

Sheila runs into Stephanie at the clinic and they quickly get into an argument whether Brooke is fit to be a mother. Sheila gleefully remarks that Stephanie does not seem to be in her best shape either. James and Taylor do extensive research and get to the conclusion that Brooke has suffered a reactive psychosis. Taylor worries that Eric and Stephanie filing for custody of Rick and Bridget could sound the death knell for Brooke's sanity. On Barbados, Ridge continues his search for Brooke. In the little hut on the beach, Abigail is shocked when she spots her doll with ...

Bridget begins to worry that her mother will never come back. Rick tries to reassure his sister. Downstairs, Jonathan informs Eric and Stephanie that the trial date for the custody hearing has been set for tomorrow. When the children find out about this, they panic. On Barbados, Aaron the police man learns from Abigail that she has encountered the thief. Meanwhile, Brooke is in a frenzy: Holding tight the two dolls that she considers her children she runs aimlessly through a tropical forest. Ridge has a hunch that he has finally detected Brooke. He follows the blonde ...

Ridge calls Taylor to talk about his recent encounter with a woman who he thinks could be Brooke. Taylor then breaks it to Ridge that she and James suspect that Brooke might have suffered a nervous breakdown: it is possible that Brooke can no longer face reality and therefore retracted to her own world. Down by the beach near Bathsheba, Abigail visits Brooke to bring her food. The little girl tries to explain to Brooke that she cannot continue live at the hut and that the dolls are not her children. Abigail lures Brooke to her favorite place on the island, a beautiful...

Macy and Darla gently break it to Sally that Clarke lied to all of them - about his career and being prosperous. Sally is shocked and fears that Clarke's interest in his son could fake as well. C.J. boasts to his friends about his famous dad. With assistance of Darla's petty cash, C.J. and the boys drive over to the Beverly Gardens Hotel. Michael confronts Clarke for keeping it from her that he is head designer at Spectra Fashions. Clarke puts Grant's accusations into perspective and admits that he could have handled the situation with his sister better. He also ...

Eric, Stephanie, Rick and Bridget prepare for the court hearing. Bridget does not comprehend what is going on and why she should talk to a judge. Stephanie then explains that her house will become the permanent home for her. While Bridget is not ready to give up on their mother, Rick feels abandoned by Brooke. At the court house, Jonathan worries that Stephanie's health could be detrimental to their case. Maggie visits Sheila and they discuss Stephanie's current state and the custody suit. Taylor informs James that their diagnosis could be correct because it fits with...

Ridge's month-long search for Brooke comes to an end: he has finally found her, but she is very much different from the woman he knows. Brooke is still all at sea and continues to talk with the dolls which she sees as her children. Ridge does his best to come through to her, yet Brooke does not seem to recognize him and storms off. Taylor and James try to reach Eric to inform him of the recent developments on Barbados. Maggie breaks it to them that the court hearing which could result in Brooke losing custody for her children is taking place right now. At the court ...

Ridge has followed Brooke to a cave where she is hiding. Ridge expresses that he loves her children and would never take them from her. Hesitantly, Brooke - still holding the two dolls - reveals herself. By recounting Bridget's birth and stressing that her kids need her, Ridge tries to come through to Brooke. As nothing seems to work, Ridge professes his love to Brooke. Suddenly, Brooke escapes her trance and falls into Ridge's arms. At the court house in Los Angeles, Susan Laramy from Child Protective Services in lieu of the absent mother assesses that Rick and ...

Ridge has taken Brooke to Sam Lord's Hotel where she gets a check-up from a doctor. Brooke seems to be feeling better and they make preparations to return to Los Angeles. When Brooke panics because they cannot reach Rick or Bridget via telephone, Ridge reassures her that nothing bad has happened to them. In court, Stephanie regrets her temper tantrum. Suddenly, Sheila rises and asks to be heard on behalf of the children's mother. Eric and Stephanie are shocked, but Jonathan's objections are rejected by the judge. After Stephanie almost collapses to Sheila's delight, ...

Ridge thinks that Brooke needs a little diversion: they share some much needed time together in the hotel resort. Ridge reassures Brooke that Rick and Bridget will not hold a grudge against her for long after her return home - and that he will support her in the process. Brooke is thrilled that Ridge never stopped searching for her as it proves that he still loves her. In court, Jonathan informs Eric and Stephanie that her outburst during the hearing might have a detrimental effect on their case. Sheila smirks that her plan to push Stephanie off the rails seems to ...

Ridge and Brooke spend a romantic evening on Barbados. He reassures his fiancée that everything will get back to normal soon. Despite being seriously alarmed by Stephanie's outburst, Judge Tannenbaum awards Eric permanent custody of Rick and Bridget on grounds of defection of their mother. Eric and Stephanie take the children home to the Forrester Mansion and promise that they will take good care of them. James and Maggie find a saddened Sheila sitting alone in the court room who explains to them that she failed Brooke and that Stephanie managed to take her kids away ...

Sly continues to toy with Jasmine's affection. Just as Sly plants a kiss on a reluctant Jasmine, Jessica walks into Bikini Bar unnoticed. Jessica takes Sly to see Dr. Warwick again. James then presents Jessica and Sly with an infant simulator so that the young parents-to-be will experience first-hand what it means to take care of baby. Dylan feels time running out on him. Despite his new job, Michael's offer to lend him money and Eric's letter of recommendation, Dylan is still a couple of thousand dollars short to pay tuition for the prestigious American Design ...

Sly is not willing to play any games. Jessica makes it clear that it means a lot to her that he shows dedication to test his skills as a father. James then expounds the functionalities of the infant simulator. Sly reluctantly agrees to take care of the doll for the next 24 hours. Michael speaks to Jasmine about her suitor. Jasmine warns Michael to get involved with Clarke as she has heard of his reputation at Spectra Fashions. Michael retorts that Jasmine should much rather reconsider her appraisal of Sly. Meanwhile, Clarke wants to know why C.J. is suddenly mad at ...

Dylan is desperate: he got admitted into design school, but did not receive a stipend and Grant turns down his request to hire him as an assistant. At Beverly Hills Hideaway, Vince breaks it to Dylan that he cannot pay him an advance in the desired sum - even if Jasmine is willing to stand surety. After his stage show, Dylan is approached by infamous Brenda Dickerson. While Rick and Bridget learn to play chess, Eric and Stephanie worry if Brooke is stable enough to come face to face with them considering her recent nervous breakdown. On the flight back to L.A., Ridge ...

Brooke is desperate to see Rick and Bridget again, but Stephanie claims that they are not home. Ridge tries to mediate between the quarreling women. Taylor consults with James. Even if Brooke is doing better than to be expected, Taylor worries that the harsh reality of Eric and Stephanie being awarded custody could throw her for a loop. They are also concerned that Stephanie's rash behavior could make matters even more complicated. Back at the Forrester Mansion, Stephanie lets it slip that Brooke is no longer the legal guardian of the children. A shocked and furious ...

Grant is being stood up by Taylor, but then enjoys a very nice dinner with Michael. They even share another kiss. Brooke returns to her house after months away, yet fails to find a trace of her kids there. Sheila shows up and gives her the full story on Stephanie's sordid tale of going for full custody of the children. At the Forrester Mansion, Stephanie claims that the accounts of Brooke's nervous breakdown prove that she and Eric did the right thing by filing for permanent custody. Ridge vehemently disagrees with his mother. Suddenly, Stephanie suffers another dizzy...

During a fitting, model Samantha flirts heavily with Grant. However, it is Michael who makes Grant admit that he has to move on from his feelings for Taylor. They share some more kisses and discuss whether they are a couple by now. Brooke confronts Stephanie for trying to steal her children. Stephanie graciously offers Brooke visitation rights and assesses that the court granted Eric full custody because she is not fit to raise two kids. Brooke retorts that karma will eventually catch up with Stephanie. Ridge learns from Taylor that she convinced Eric to no longer ...

Grant finds Taylor alone at the beach house crying. Taylor feels stupid for pining for Ridge. Grant is surprised when Taylor dons him a kiss to thank him for his friendship and support. Jasmine notices that Michael is in love. She is thrilled that her friend is taking the initiative for once. Ridge urges Brooke to have patience and accept Eric and Stephanie having custody of Rick and Bridget for the time being. Ridge is optimistic that his parents will let Brooke back into her children's life if they witness first hand that she is able to take care of them again. Eric...

Dylan is this close to be enrolled into the design academy, but time is running out on him to scrape together tuition. Desperate, Dylan goes to see Brenda Dickserson who describes herself as a party coordinator. Jessica thanks James for his help in teaching Sly a lesson. At Bikini Bar, Sly is sweating blood and tears to juggle work with taking care of the infant simulator. Jasmine steps in when his friends Sandy and Tony offer to help Sly out. Later, Jessica catches Sly as he is about to remove the doll's battery. Jessica reads an abashed Sly the riot act. Maggie ...

In order to make 500 Dollar in one evening, Dylan works as a private dancer for Tiffany Miller and her rich lady friends. Suddenly someone familiar arrives at the bridal shower: Lauren. Dylan is shell-shocked. Eric tells Rick and Bridget that their mother is back in town. They are confused to hear that they will be staying a while longer at the Forrester Mansion, though. Brooke is nervous before her reunion with the children. Ridge urges her to arrange herself with his parents' demands even if it is very difficult. Stephanie admits to Taylor that they had a difference...

Thorne has finished his critically acclaimed run in "Grease" on Broadway. Macy is thrilled to have her husband back in town. Dylan is still full of adrenaline after his debut as a private dancer and getting caught by Lauren. Jessica, who has been missing her boyfriend, is confused by his strange behavior. They spend some much-needed time together and watch a movie. Suddenly, Lauren calls and holds the gun at Dylan's head: he has to come and see her immediately or she will tell Jessica about his gig as a striptease dancer. Eric, Stephanie, Maggie and Ridge look on as ...

Brooke is disappointed that Stephanie - claiming to have the children's best interest at heart - will not let her take Rick and Bridget back to her house. Ridge pleads with his parents to accept the miraculous recovery that Brooke has been experiencing and support her in the further healing process. Eric and Stephanie stand their ground because they consider it way too soon for Rick and Bridget to live with their mother. Meanwhile, Brooke asks to be allowed to spend a couple of minutes alone with her children. Rick and Bridget react shocked and angry when they learn ...

Taylor asks Grant to give her time to sort out her emotions. Grant explains that he will not wait for her because it would be unfair to him - and Michael for whom he has developed feelings. Ridge is feverishly looking for Brooke who has disappeared with her children. Clarke wants to go out with Michael again, but she turns him down. Clarke warns Michael to hope for a love-story with Grant. Clarke predicts that Chambers' stint at Forrester Creations will be short because he will not get along with Ridge. Across town, Ridge barges into Taylor's conversation with Grant. ...

Grant accuses Ridge of using Taylor's feelings for him to his advantage. Ridge will not let Grant berate him and threatens to fire him. Grant explains that Taylor has put her own life basically on hold to help him save Brooke. Ridge realizes that he completely blocked out that it must be hard for Taylor to support him under the circumstances that she still has feelings for him. Ridge apologizes to Grant for his initial reaction upon meeting. Meanwhile, Michael learns from Taylor that Ridge and Grant are quarreling over her. Jessica tells Lauren that she is head over ...

Eric and Stephanie consult with James over their concern of Brooke abducting the children. Thorne informs Ridge that their parents are close to involve the police. Ridge pleads with his family to give him time to locate Brooke. At Big Bear, Brooke is spending a happy time with Rick and Bridget. They are thrilled to have their mother back in their lives and cannot understand why they should ever go back to living with Stephanie. Brooke tries to make Rick and Bridget understand that she will need to undergo further treatment so that this is the best option in the ...

Stephanie's health continues to deteriorate. She pushes Lt. Conran to intensify his search for the missing Brooke, even though the police have already issued an APB for kidnapping. After spending the afternoon fishing at Big Bear Lake, Ridge, Brooke, Rick and Bridget enjoy a family dinner. Ridge worries that he caused Brooke's breakdown. He apologizes for ever doubting her in regards to the paternity test. Sheila shows up at the Forrester Mansion - allegedly to look out for Brooke's best interests. Sheila pushes Stephanie's buttons until the dazed Forrester Matriarch ...

Ridge and Brooke explain to Rick and Bridget that spending the next couple of days at Grandma Stephanie's house will be best for them. Back in L.A., Maggie fills James in how Stephanie lost her temper and strangled Sheila earlier. They also worry that Brooke might overreact in regards to Brooke. Stephanie calls Eric from her Carphone to let him know that Brooke contacted her and that she is now going to pick up the children. Making preparations to propose to Brooke again, Ridge leaves Big Bear early. Therefore, Brooke is alone with Rick and Bridget when Stephanie ...

Stephanie returns to the Forrester Mansion with Rick and Bridget where Eric and Maggie are waiting for them with ice-cream. The children reassure Eric that they had a great time in the mountains and that their mother is doing well. Meanwhile, Stephanie tries to hide the pain that she is experiencing, but later passes out. Lauren runs into Ridge for the first since their time together on Barbados. Lauren remarks that Ridge's perseverance paid off and wishes him well with Brooke. To symbolize the re-start to their relationship, Ridge wants to propose to Brooke - and ...

Sally is thrilled with Clarke's first designs and dedication to make Spectra Fashions a success again. After giving Sally a little peck on the cheek, Clarke gives a pep talk to Darla who is suffering from breaking up with her boyfriend. Suddenly, Clarke alludes that he would be the perfect man for her. In light of his shady past, Darla is unsure, yet eventually succumbs into a kiss with Clarke. At the Forrester Mansion, Maggie can hardly believe her luck to have a man like James in her life. James concurs that he is the lucky one to have met Maggie. From the distance,...

Sheila relishes in her triumph to bring Stephanie down. Then, Grant stops by for coffee. He is surprised to find out that she knows the Forresters quite intensely and considers Brooke her best friend. Sheila then changes the topic by kissing Grant passionately. At the Forrester Mansion, Bridget panics when she discovers Stephanie in her bed completely passed out. She alarms Eric. Ridge - who wanted to propose to Brooke - is confused that she did not come home last night. Brooke is still in police custody and tormented by her cell-mates Lisa and Rita. Lt. Conran ...

Ridge feels bad that Taylor feels the need to get out of town to achieve distance to him. Taylor insists that it will be best for all of them. Ridge openly admits that he does not want her to leave. Taylor says that she will not change her mind; she promises to come back, even though she does not know for how long will be gone. After a tearful embrace with Ridge, Taylor exits. Later while clearing out her office, Taylor is overcome with memories of her love story with Ridge. Sheila rushes to jail to see Brooke. Through a partition screen, Sheila asks an exhausted ...

Ridge is almost in tears when he sees Brooke in jail. She explains how and why she was arrested and that she believes Stephanie was behind it. Ridge is speechless. As reassurance Ridge surprises Brooke by pulling out the engagement ring he bought for her. Eric and Maggie have to calm down Rick and Bridget. They are concerned that their mother has left them again because she has not called all day. Sheila appears at Forrester Creations to break the news of Brooke's arrest to Eric. Jessica and James reveal her plan to teach Sly a lesson to Lauren. Admiring Jessica's ...

Sally, Darla, Macy and C.J. throw a big "welcome back"-party for Saul upon his release from the hospital. Saul is thrilled by his friends' efforts, but it comes as a shock to him to find Clarke there. Sally tries to convince Saul that Clarke saved the company from bankruptcy, but Saul warns her that Clarke can never be trusted. Lauren reiterates that Dylan's only choice to pay for his tuition is to serve her sexual needs. Dylan staunchly refuses Lauren's offer and is also confused why she would pay for sex. Seemingly unmoved, Lauren tells Dylan to be with her tonight ...

Brooke is still at odds with her cellmates, but holds her ground with the brash women. When she receives a visitor, it is Pamela Gellar who introduces herself as Brooke's attorney. Pamela informs Brooke that she will have to stay behind bars until the court hearing. Brooke is shocked that it is possible that, because of the severity of the charges, she may not be granted bail. Eric talks to James and his lawyer Jonathan about Brooke and her arrest for kidnapping. The legal and psychological expert clash with their respective assessment whether Brooke is a fit mother ...

Michael helps Grant move into the Beach House that Taylor has sublet to him during her absence. After Michael leaves for work Grant receives a visit from a visibly angry Sheila. When Grant explains that his original plans to lease a house in Brentwood fell through, Sheila mentions that she will miss him as a neighbor. As the conversation shifts to the events at Forrester Creations, Sheila is extremely pleased to hear that Stephanie admitted herself to a mental institution. Meanwhile, Thorne has accompanied Stephanie to the hospital. Dr. Lowney listens as his patient ...

Ridge tries to calm down Rick and Bridget and assures them that it will not before long that they will see their mother again. Before the bail hearing, Brooke learns from her attorney Pamela that her chances are 50/50 while Jonathan pressures Eric to keep their strategy and petition for denial of a release on bail. Ridge arrives and asks Eric to testify on Brooke's behalf because she does not belong in jail. At the court house, Sheila swoops in amidst the general public as Judge Tannenbaum is presiding over Brooke's case. Brooke emotionally pleads with Eric to believe...

Hubbub is happening at the court house: Ridge and Sheila want to speak on Brooke's behalf while Judge Tannenbaum calls them to order. Based on the merits of the case, the judge is about to dismiss Mrs. Gellar's petition to have Brooke released on bail. Despite Jonathan's objections, Eric then issues a heartfelt declaration of Brooke's abilities as a mother and that he cannot let her stay in jail any longer despite her recent rash decision. The court closes the proceedings and Brooke becomes a free woman again. After the baby shower, Sly slowly changes his attitude ...

Michael visits Grant at the Beach House and applies to become his room-mate. Grant is stunned but more than willing to consider this when Michael kisses him passionately. Later, Michael and Jasmine worry that Dylan might do something drastic to come up with the sufficient funds to pay for Design School. Dylan makes a courtesy visit to Beverly Hills Hideaway. When Brenda approaches him, Dylan ignores her and goes straight to speak to Vince to announce that he is quitting. Meanwhile, Jessica brags to Lauren about her amazing boyfriend. Lauren hints that she is looking ...

Sheila pays Stephanie a visit at Westhaven Psychiatric Hospital. Sheila torments her nemesis, asking her how it feels to be locked up as lunatic. A feeble Stephanie asks Sheila to leave when another visitor arrives: Sally. The Spectra matriarch orders Sheila out. Sally is heartbroken to see Stephanie in her exhausted state and pushes her to fight her way back into life. At the Forrester Estate, Brooke spends time with Rick and Bridget who are thrilled to see their mother. Later, Ridge and Brooke are shocked to hear from Eric that Stephanie admitted herself to a mental...

Sally comforts a desperate Stephanie in her room at the mental hospital. Sally is convinced that Stephanie is suffering from a physical malfunction and not going crazy. Despite Stephanie attacking her, Sally continues to push her to believe that she can get cured. Afterwards, Sally pays Sheila a visit and orders her to stay away from Stephanie. Ridge can finally hand Brooke the new engagement ring and proposes. Brooke surprisingly turns Ridge down. She explains that she has to come to terms with what happened in Barbados, Bridget needs to be told of her paternity, and...

It's Brooke first day back at Forrester Creations. Thorne, Lauren, Grant, Michael, Megan and Trish gather in her office. Brooke gives her staff a pep talk and assures them that she is back at work from her break, but also addresses her psychological issues. James who witnesses the scene is impressed. Ridge and Eric are shocked to hear Dr. Lowney's diagnosis on his patient and even more to find Stephanie in a terrible condition at the mental hospital. Stephanie shows no awareness of what is going on when Eric and Ridge try to communicate with her. Dylan informs Jasmine...

Sally arrives at Dr. Warwick's office to depict her encounter with Stephanie earlier. Sally is extremely concerned and fears that Stephanie might have been poisoned. James decides to take this into account in his research. Sheila surprises Maggie with a visit to the Forrester Estate - to gloat about Stephanie and inquire if Brooke's children still live there. Maggie begins to see Sheila in a new light. Eric and Ridge are shocked by Stephanie's deterioration. She mumbles that she is nothing more than a burden and insists that she is dying. Unnoticed, Sheila watches ...

Ridge and Grant banter during a fitting with two models. Meanwhile, Brooke is impressed by one of Forrester Creations' latest employees, Michael. Brooke then asks Michael for her opinion on Grant and it becomes obvious that Michael likes him for more than just his design skills. Later at the Beach House, Michael brags to Grant about her housekeeping skills in order to convince him that she would be the perfect room-mate. With both of them stressing that their relationship is merely platonic, Grant welcomes Michael into his household. Ridge wants to move on with Brooke...

Maggie catches Sheila as she slips into the Forrester Mansion uninvited. Maggie calls off their friendship and orders Sheila out. When Eric appears a moment later, Maggie feels stupid for thinking that Sheila was her friend, but Eric is extremely sympathetic. Sheila - who secretly watches this scene - can hardly trust her eyes when Maggie suddenly kisses Eric. With Jasmine's help, Michael packs her bags and prepares to move in with Grant. Dylan comes back home and tells them how he came clean to Jessica. Michael and Jasmine are confused by their friend's action. While...

Sheila pays her former neighbor Grant a visit and suggests skipping breakfast and pushes him straight for the bedroom. Suddenly, Michael returns after her morning swim. Sheila freaks out when Grant reveals that Michael is his new roommate. Thinking that they had something special, Sheila slaps Grant and swears revenge for his betrayal. Eric and Maggie feel awkward after their kiss last night. Maggie claims that it was just her way of showing her appreciation for him and Eric agrees that the kiss had no romantic connotation. Sally is surprised to walk into her ...

Clarke is stopped from leaving Unicorn Fashions by two thugs. Jack Fuller describes how his fashion house profited immensely from Spectra Fashions' decline. Suddenly, Jack pulls a check: he offers Clarke 10 Million Dollars for creating a collection that will drive Sally's company out of business forever. Clarke is confused and reminds Mr. Fuller that this would also ruin his reputation. Jack retorts that the check should be sufficient compensation. Clarke agrees to consider the offer. Sheila is still shaken after being rejected by Grant. She seeks counseling from ...

James brainstorms with Maggie about possible causes for Stephanie's health issues. Considering her recent improvement, James is following the theory that Stephanie might have suffered from poisoning. In Brentwood, Grant fails to convince Sheila that he never meant to hurt her. Sheila has an almost violent reaction, yet she has her sights set on a new man: James with whom she was once intimate when she kept him in the dungeon. At Forrester Creations, Brooke fills Eric in on her propitiating visit with Stephanie. Eric then reveals that he wants Grant to take over the ...

Ridge, Eric and Maggie pay Stephanie - who's feeling better - a visit in the psychiatric clinic. Stephanie expresses how Brooke's encouragement gave her strength to fight back into life. Unbeknownst to everyone, the main reason for Stephanie's rise from the grave is the declining amount of mercury in her blood as she is no longer taking the spiked calcium pills from Sheila. Meanwhile, Brooke visits Sheila to thank her for her support during her recent ordeal. Sheila stuns Brooke with news that she is in love. Sally suggests to Dr. Warwick that Sheila could be ...

Thanks to a little nudging from Sheila, James suspects that Stephanie might have suffered a mercury poisoning. He asks Dr. Mark Benson to examine Stephanie's blood for the heavy metal. Meanwhile, Sheila realizes that the police will suspect her as the culprit. She tries to cover her tracks and wants to swap the calcium pills in Stephanie's bedroom again. Unfortunately, the doors to the Forrester Mansion are locked - for once. Stephanie is disappointed that Eric and Maggie did not bring the children with them for their latest visit at the clinic. Then, James and Mark ...

Dr. Lowney confirms to Stephanie, Eric and James that the new medication will help her body heal in a short period of time. He also points out that it is nearly impossible that the poisoning which lasted almost one month could arise from natural causes like food poisoning. On cue, Lt. Conran and toxicologist Travis Beal show up at Westhaven psychiatric hospital. They are convinced that someone tried to kill the Forrester matriarch. Sheila is desperate to get into the Forrester Mansion in time to exchange the mercury spiked for the original calcium pills. Somehow, ...

Grant arrives at Brooke's house to work on the Men's Line. Katie is impressed by the looks of the new designer. Brooke also enjoys working with Grant more than she anticipated and interviews him about his private life. Dr. Lowney releases Stephanie from the hospital. She thanks Eric for his support - calling him her lifesaver. Ridge, Maggie and James await Eric and Stephanie at the Forrester Mansion. Stephanie is still angry with Maggie for not bringing the children for a visit to the clinic. Stephanie even accuses Maggie of being clumsy and careless - and therefore ...

Sally and Macy discuss Clarke. While Macy is still on guard, Sally is pleased with Clarke's work and his closer bond to her son. Meanwhile, Clarke ponders Jack Fuller's offer to ruin Spectra Fashions. He wonders what 10 Million Dollar would mean to him. His daydream is interrupted by a call from Mr. Fuller who grows impatient that Clarke has not made a decision yet. Just as Darla walks in, Clarke tells Jack that he will get his answer today. Darla expresses how thrilled she is that Clarke is part of the Spectra Gang again. Sally and C.J. join them because Clarke ...

Ridge misses working side by side with Brooke. Grant decides to pay his new designing partner Brooke a little trick and models the latest swimming trunk piece himself. Meanwhile, a desperate Maggie shows up in Ridge's office and pleads with him to believe her that she had nothing to do with Stephanie's poisoning. Seeing the utter desperation and fright in her eyes, Ridge realizes that there is no way that Maggie tried to kill his mother. Despite having second thoughts because of Sally and C.J., Clarke starts sketching designs for his ugly new collection as part of his...

Stephanie is touched that Sally continues to look out for her. Sally claims that she is only doing that because she is missing a good fight with the Forrester matriarch. James, whose trust in Maggie is unshaken, urges her to leave town with him for a couple of days. Maggie explains that she is not allowed; she also wants to convince the family that she had nothing to do with Stephanie's poisoning. Sheila is determined to drive a wedge between James and Maggie. She rushes off to her therapy session and feigns concern for Maggie who she claims has to be innocent. James ...

Stephanie questions Maggie if she can think of anyone who had motif and opportunity to poison her. Out of the blue it dawns on Maggie that Sheila was a frequent visitor in the Mansion. As Stephanie points out that a hunch is not a basis for the police to get a search warrant, Maggie storms off despite Stephanie's warning not to act prematurely. James runs into Eric at Café Russe and is surprised to learn that Eric no longer suspects Maggie to be the culprit behind Stephanie's poisoning. James suddenly wonders if Eric has closer ties to Maggie than just being her ...

Sheila is shocked to catch Maggie in the act of breaking and entering her house. Maggie is furious that Sheila betrayed her and now attempts to incriminate her for a crime that she did commit. Sheila turns the tables on Maggie and accuses her to be the culprit. The verbal argument soon gets physical. Sheila continues to provoke Maggie who pushes her away before leaving in a huff. Unnoticed by Maggie, Sheila topples unfortunately into a fire poker and is severely injured as she sinks to the floor motionless. Stephanie and Eric try to convince Lt. Conran that Sheila ...

Despite having seconds thought to betray them, Clarke presents Sally, Macy and Darla with his adapted vision for the new collection. The women are shocked when they see Clarke's latest creations. Brooke, Ridge and Eric consult with James about the best way to reveal the true identity of her father to Bridget. It becomes obvious that Ridge and Eric differ in their opinion of the extent that the paternity will influence their respective relationship to the little girl. Maggie is miserable that she could not find evidence for Sheila's perpetration in the poisoning. ...

James finds the injured Sheila in her house and calls the ambulance. He is stunned when she repeats her accusation that Maggie tried to kill her. As Sheila is rushed into surgery, James phones Maggie shell-shocked what his lover did to her. Sally, Macy and Darla stare in disbelief as Clarke proudly presents them his latest creations which are very different from his first set of designs when he came back to the company. Macy and Darla call the shown pieces hideous while Sally is willing to give creative genius and trendsetter Clarke the benefit of a doubt. Michael and...

During work, Ridge tells Grant that nothing has made him as happy as having Brooke and the children in his life. At the Forrester Mansion, Stephanie thanks Brooke for giving her a pep-talk at the clinic. However, Stephanie is concerned how Bridget will react to the news that she is not Ridge's daughter. Brooke reassures her that as the girl's mother she will do what is best for her. When Eric and Bridget finally arrive, Bridget runs to Ridge and greets her "daddy". Ridge reads her a story while Eric watches closely. Maggie is stunned to hear that Sheila was severely ...

Room-mates Grant and Michael talk about the Forresters and Michael realizes that Grant seems to have a soft-spot for Brooke. Grant denies having an interest in their boss and wonders if jealousy is talking in Michael. Brooke, Ridge and Eric gently break it to Bridget that the grown-ups were mistaken. They explain to the little girl that her actual father is Eric and not Ridge. Bridget is confused. Remaining distant to Brooke, Ridge and Eric, Bridget wants to go to bed immediately. At Bikini Bar, Jessica informs Dylan that she wants to reveal to Sly that she is not ...

Sheila is surprised when her old friend Mike stops by for a visit at the hospital. Sheila explains to him that Maggie seems to have snapped. Mike is stunned that Sheila fears for her life. Mike offers Sheila to stay at his place during her recovery and take care of Maggie, but Sheila calls it her mission to deal with James and Maggie. Mike is speechless that Sheila is optimistic to make the doctor fall in love with her. James has calmed down a bit and gives Maggie the full story on his past with Sheila and the Houdini dungeon. Maggie's anger at deranged Sheila only ...

Sheila genuinely fears for her life. Dr. Madigan tries to make his patient understand that she has to calm down. Then, Lt. Conran arrives to investigate the incident in Brentwood which left Sheila with a fire poker almost tearing up her lungs. Sheila portrays her friendship with Maggie and the sudden twist that she accused her of poisoning Stephanie. James realizes that the whole story is not looking good for Maggie. James desperately pleads with Sheila not to file charges. In order to change her mind, James offers Sheila to stay at his apartment during her ...

Ridge and Grant bond over surfing. Ridge is amused that Grant seems be rather involved with his room-mate despite his claims that they are just friends. Later, Michael tries to make Grant jealous by mentioning that she is interested in Ridge. Eventually, Grant and Michael make out. Eric informs Brooke that he and Stephanie came to the conclusion that it would be best for the children to go home. Brooke is thrilled. Little does she know that at the same time Bridget confides in Stephanie that she is very disappointed in her mother. Stephanie explains to Bridget that ...

James and Maggie enjoy a candle-light dinner. James expresses how happy he is that Maggie walked into his life. He pulls a ring from his pocket and proposes, just as Lauren awakens Maggie from her fantasy. Maggie and Lauren then discuss Sheila and wonder what she is up to. James has taken Sheila home to his apartment. Dr. Madigan explains to James that Sheila must not see Maggie to protect her from any harmful stress. Sheila cleverly uses her situation to her advantage: she is still too weak to change her bandages, so James has to undress her. Clarke presents Jack ...

Mike pays Sheila a sick bed visit. Mike is still surprised that Sheila worries about redneck Maggie - and is now feeling dependent on Dr. Warwick's affection. Sheila calls James her "soul mate" that can provide her a happy future. Maggie is glad when James is willing to talk to her. She is shocked to hear that her boyfriend has opened up his home for psychotic Miss Carter. Maggie is certain that Sheila is having an ulterior motive. James reminds Maggie that right now Sheila is the victim and that she could send her to jail. Grant stops by at the Forrester Mansion to ...

Sheila is shocked when she spots Maggie standing in the doorway looking at her. To refute Maggie's allegations, Sheila explains that she is staying with James on her doctor's orders to recuperate from her injuries. Seeing her in James' bed, it suddenly dawns on Maggie that Sheila is trying to steal her boyfriend. Maggie threatens Sheila and orders her to vacate James' apartment within the next 48 hours. Ridge consults James in regards to Brooke's fending position to move on with her life while Bridget is still settling with the news that Eric is her father. James ...

Clarke presents Sally, Macy, Darla and C.J. his new "Naturally"-collection. Macy and Darla are appalled by the hideous pieces whereas Sally and C.J. stand behind his creative vision. Sally then introduces everyone to supermodel Kim Swanson who she lured to Spectra Fashions from Unicorn Fashions. Later, Kim reveals to Clarke that she saw him entering Jack Fuller's office. Jasmine admits to Michael that she was in love with Sly and is therefore crushed that he left town. Dylan is thrilled about his studies at the design academy. Jessica tells Dylan that she feels guilty...

C.J. is spending the afternoon with Rick in the swimming pool at the Forrester Mansion. Sally and Stephanie use the opportunity to catch up. Stephanie is stunned that Sally is willing to believe that Clarke has changed and putting her future in his hands again despite their past. Clarke is speechless when model Kim deduces that he is being paid by Unicorn Fashions to sabotage the Spectra collection. Clarke admits to having second thoughts, but explains that Jack offered him way too much money to resist. Rather surprisingly, Kim is not looking for a bribe and promises ...

James and Maggie argue about Sheila. James stresses that he only loves Maggie, though. To make sure that she no longer oversteps, James asks Maggie to give him back the key to his apartment and makes her promise not to see Sheila as long as the latter lives with him. Stephanie informs a disappointed Brooke that Bridget is still not ready to come home with her. During a fitting with two models, Eric asks Ridge if there is a problem with Brooke while Grant listens. Ridge wants to move on with life whereas Brooke is not ready for a real commitment out of concern for ...

Maggie is thrilled to see her daughter beaming with joy. Jessica considers her relationship with Dylan as perfect and, to make matters even better, she has just been awarded a scholarship for a semester abroad at Cheswick University in London. Jasmine admits to Dylan that she is still reeling from her break-up from Sly. Dylan leaves for Café Russe where he and Jessica are about to enjoy a lush evening to celebrate their happiness. Later, Jasmine is surprised to find Sly paying her a visit who is still dazed from Jessica's revelation. Grant tries his best to get ...

Drowning his sorrows in booze, Sly tells Jasmine that he intends to get even with Jessica for lying about the pregnancy. Jasmine urges him to let it go, but Sly says that he can't. At Café Russe, Jessica depicts to Dylan how Sly showed up unexpectedly. She is still surprised that he was genuinely saddened when she told him the truth about not being pregnant. Jessica then reveals that she was awarded a scholarship to study in London. Dylan encourages her to consider accepting because their love will easily overcome a year apart in his opinion. Later, they a share a ...

Rick and Bridget are happy to be home. After they have gone to bed, Grant remarks to Brooke that she seems over the moon to have her kids back at her house. Dylan pays Michael a late night visit. Michael explains that she is not nearly as happy as Dylan and Jessica because Grant seems to have developed a liking for his boss. Maggie and Lauren have a cup of tea together, while Maggie vents her frustrations of dealing with Sheila. Lauren advises Maggie to never underestimate Sheila Carter. They then note how happy they are for Dylan and Jessica who seem to be rock solid...

Maggie finds her daughter all shaken in her bedroom. She immediately notices the bruises on her face. Jessica reveals that she was raped tonight. A shocked Maggie consoles Jessica and then convinced her to have herself examined at the hospital. Jasmine informs Dylan of her earlier encounter with Sly and that he is very angry at Jessica. Brooke is impressed by Grant's optimistic take on life. He urges to her to have faith in people. She is not sold - until they share another kiss. When C.J. gushes about his pride to call him his father, Clarke's conscience is about to ...

C.J. feels inspired to create clothes to follow the footsteps of his famous father. Macy is still having a hard time to believe in Clarke's latest creations, though. Sally urges her to stop doubting him. Then, Darla calls Sally to deliver the shocking news that their beloved Saul has died. Ironically, it is Clarke who comforts Sally about Saul's death. Sheila continues to use her situation to her advantage. She explains to James that she is afraid to go home because of Maggie. Naturally, James assures Sheila that she can stay with him for a while longer. At the ...

Macy, Darla and C.J. are miserable over Saul's death. Clarke continues to be a foothold for the heartbroken Spectra Grand Dame who remembers the many joyful moments she experienced with her favorite tailor and right-hand man. In light of Ridge's impending return from Europe, Stephanie remarks to Eric that Brooke has been spending quite a lot of time with Grant lately. Meanwhile, Brooke tells Grant that their kiss meant nothing, but he does not agree. Then, Megan announces that Ridge should land at LAX soon. Sally holds a memorial service for Saul at Spectra Fashions ...

News spreads that Ridge took a later flight from France. Eric shares with Lauren that Bridget will be very disappointed because he will miss out on the pool party tonight. Brooke is also furious with Ridge. Considering it his duty to lift her spirits, Grant takes Brooke out to the Canyon Country Club which is run by a friend, country singer Tamara Walker. Brooke surprises Grant by sharing that she grew up rather close-by in the San Fernando Valley and not in fancy Beverly Hills. Later, Tamara takes the stage to sing "You're not alone" and encourages Grant and Brooke ...

Ridge and Taylor continue to use the unlikely reunion on their way home to L.A. to catch up with each other. Taylor is surprised to hear that Brooke has been spending a lot of time with her old friend Grant. Meanwhile at Canyon Country Club, Brooke begins to loosen up from all the tension of recent months. Despite Grant and Tamara's warning, Brooke wants to do the mechanical bull ride. Jessica is still reeling from the rape. Maggie gives her the last dose of emergency contraception and urges her daughter to see a rape counselor. Jessica refuses to talk to anyone about...

Thrilled to have her son back home - and even more so to find out about his unexpected travel companion, Stephanie immediately jumps to the chance to encourage Ridge to take a break from Brooke and spend time with Taylor. Meanwhile, Grant shares intimate details of his upbringing and family with Brooke. Ridge arrives and apologizes to Brooke for returning later than originally anticipated. Grant is uncomfortable when he sees Ridge and Brooke kiss. Jessica has nightmares about her rape. Maggie notices her screams of horror and comforts her miserable daughter. Maggie ...

James is hurt when Maggie cancels their plans for a day hike in the last minute. Due to her promise to Jessica, Maggie must keep mum about the real reason why she wants to stay in town to be close to her daughter. James reacts hurt that Maggie feels the need to keep a secret from him. Sheila walks in and slyly pushes Maggie's buttons. James is shocked that Maggie continues to throw insults at recovering patient Sheila. Michael and Dylan worry because Jasmine keeps falling for Sly and is back at Bikini Bar working as a waitress. Reluctantly, Dylan confirms that Sly ...

Brooke questions Michael about her affiliation with Grant. Ridge informs Grant that Taylor is in town for a visit. Ridge then mocks Grant about the supposedly not-so platonic relationship with his room-mate and co-worker. Grant is reluctant when Ridge proposes a double date with Brooke and Michael. Later, Grant explains to Brooke that he does not want to go out with her and Ridge because he is developing feelings for her. Sally is unsettled after Saul's death. Ironically, it is now Macy who encourages her to trust Clarke's instincts as a designer. During a fitting for...

Attorney Pamela Gellar advises Brooke and Ridge to delay moving in together as long as they are unmarried because some judges react unfavorable to such unions in custody cases. Brooke tries to make Ridge see the bright spot in all of this. Ridge then remarks that Brooke has changed while he was in Paris. Stephanie and Taylor catch up with each other. The Forrester matriarch is thrilled that her former daughter-in-law is considering relocating to L.A. permanently. Stephanie immediately jumps to the occasion to push Taylor to be there for Ridge; she still thinks that ...

Grant fills Michael in that their rendezvous tonight will be a double date with Brooke and Ridge. Michael worries that Grant will be hurting her, but also himself, by staying close to them. Brooke wants to take Ridge out to the Canyon Country Club. Katie is surprised to see a whole new side of her sister. Ridge is embarrassed when he wears a tuxedo to the country music club. The evening goes along rather well until a shocked Ridge learns from Tamara Walker that Brooke and Grant went dancing to this establishment while he was gone. Taylor pays James a surprise visit at...

Sheila spoils James and Damon with a traditional Scottish dish, Shepherd's Pie. James invents an excuse why Maggie - who Damon wanted to meet for the first time - could not stop by for dinner. In a private moment, Damon informs James that he is very fond of Sheila and that he considers her the perfect match for his son. Meanwhile, Maggie continues to hide Jessica's ordeal from Stephanie, but confides in her that Sheila has been living with James for a while and poses a serious threat to her relationship. Alarmed, Stephanie gives James a call and urges him to elicit a ...

James asks Sheila point blank if she was behind Stephanie's poisoning. It is obvious that Sheila does not want to lie anymore. Sheila asks for his support in guiding her through her daemons - by way of proper counseling. She opens up about her unhappy childhood with a drinking father and a mother who acted as if nothing was wrong. Deeply affected by Sheila's story, James assesses emotional abuse. Sheila expounds that this experience taught her to always be at guard and protect herself by all means. James hints that a mercury poisoning would fit this description as ...

Brooke confides in Katie that she kissed Grant last night. Katie is stunned that Brooke is not having any regrets about it. Ridge, Grant and Michael talk about their double-date and how they all had a great time. Ridge also thanks Grant for having a positive influence on Brooke who seems extremely energized lately. Later, Michael announces to Grant that she will move out of the Beach House because it is obvious that he is pining for a woman who is already taken instead of falling in love with her. At the Forrester Mansion, Stephanie tells Lauren that she saw Brooke ...

Brooke misinterprets Taylor depiction of how she met Ridge in Paris and how much time they spent together. As Brooke gets verbally abusive, Taylor does little to correct her nemesis' interpretation of a nefarious affair and set the record straight that they merely met on the plan to Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Ridge breaks it to Lauren that he wants he wants to propose to Brooke during the upcoming fashion show. Lauren is not sold that this plan will gel with Brooke. Grant tries to convince Michael to stay with him at the Beach House, but she refuses. Michael fears that ...

Grant is surprised to find the Beach House set up with candles. He is stunned that it was not Michael who prepared a fancy dinner but his dear old friend Taylor. They catch up with each other and Grant mentions that Brooke told him about her affair with Ridge in Paris. Taylor immediately sets the record straight that this story came from Brooke's much too vivid imagination. However, Grant is angry with Taylor for deceiving Brooke. Based on Grant's reaction, Taylor deduces that he is somehow involved with Brooke. Michael informs Dylan that she is moving back in because...

A proud C.J. offers Sally and Clarke a private rehearsal of his first lead theatre role. Clarke chokes when Sally mentions that the school play will take place roughly one week after their fashion show. At Unicorn Fashions, Kim visits Jack for whom she is still working as a spy. She warns her boss that Garrison is seriously considering changing his mind about betraying Sally out of concern for his son. With moral support from Maggie, Jessica reports her rape to the police and answers the questions of a detective. The ordeal weighs still heavily on Jessica. She ...

Dylan notices that something is bothering his girlfriend. He is hurt when Jessica requests him to leave without opening up to him. Downstairs, Stephanie asks Maggie if Jessica and Dylan are close again because she has not seen them together in weeks. James confides in Taylor that Sheila admitted to Stephanie's poisoning. They are both appalled. After the initial shock has yielded, Taylor remarks that it is a stunning development that Sheila was honest with him. She urges James to try to rehabilitate Sheila, but he is reluctant. Meanwhile, Damon tells Sheila that he is...

Stephanie encourages Taylor to believe in the inevitable: Brooke and Ridge will split up soon. Taylor doubts that Ridge will come back to her. Katie urges Brooke - who is still furious with Ridge - to talk to him. Later, Grant unsuccessfully tries to correct Brooke's assumption that Ridge had an affair with Taylor in Paris. Brooke tells Grant that she has been a fool to love Ridge for so long. She wants to lead a simpler life - and be able to trust her partner. Suddenly, Brooke exclaims that she wants to have a relationship with Grant. They kiss passionately. Lauren ...

Damon bids his son goodbye and encourages him to seek a relationship with charming Miss Carter. Sheila, who is moving out of the apartment as promised, offers to take Damon to the airport. Later, Mike visits Sheila at her house. Sheila recounts how she told James the truth about poisoning Stephanie. Mike is confused that Sheila is seriously looking forward to therapy because she wants to become a better person to deserve Dr. Warwick. James confronts Maggie for not finding time to meet his father. James begs Maggie to tell him what is wrong, but she can't because of ...

Michael asks Ridge for advice on how to win over Grant. She admits that Grant is involved with another woman without disclosing a name. Meanwhile, Katie confronts Grant. Grant concedes to have second thoughts about getting closer to Brooke because of his friendship with Ridge. Katie who has witnessed the whirlwind romance of her sister with the eldest Forrester son since day one advises Grant to open up to Ridge about his feelings for Brooke. Grant then leaves to talk to Ridge. Across the hall, Brooke and Taylor continue to trade barbs. Brooke is still furious with ...

Grant is surprised to find out that Ridge is still in love with Brooke. Katie pressures Brooke to put a stop to her lingering feelings for Grant and make up her mind whether she wants to stay with Ridge or find new love with the other. Brooke barges into Grant's discussion with Ridge to prevent the former from revealing his true feelings for her to her fiancé. Lauren tries to set up Stephanie on a blind date with family lawyer Jonathan, famous architect David Reeves and renowned French restaurateur Antoine St. Julienne. The men are disappointed when Stephanie turns ...

Brooke bluntly tells Grant that she loves Ridge. Grant cannot believe it; he professes his devotion and pulls her into a kiss. An appalled Brooke pushes him away. Grant is crushed. Ridge happily shows Lauren the wedding dress he designed for Brooke. She warns him that his idea of a public proposal to Brooke could backfire on him. Brooke explains to Katie that she made her decision and put an end to her flirtation with Grant. Meanwhile, Grant confides in Lauren that Brooke rejected him. At the Forrester Mansion, Taylor tries to make Jessica come to terms with her rape ...

Brooke seduces Ridge for a romantic evening. Grant calls Brooke and is hurt to realize that she is in bed with Ridge. At the Beach House, Michael stops by to pack the rest of her things. Grant asks Michael to give him a second chance. Michael - who still has a soft spot for him but is afraid to get hurt again - is reluctant. Eventually, Grant pulls Michael into a kiss and they make love. Michael later reveals that it was her first time. Stephanie is upset when Lauren tells her that Brooke rejected Grant.

Macy suggests to her mother that Clarke is sabotaging the company, but Sally is not convinced. Kim, who overhears the conversation, immediately warns Jack that his plan could fail because not even 15 Million Dollars might be enough to have Garrison betray his family. Clarke runs into Stephanie who gushes about the obvious positive influence he is having on his son. When the Forrester matriarch stresses that the support of his father is extremely important for C.J., Clarke decides to break his deal with Unicorn Fashions. Easier said than done: Jack and his henchman ...

Jessica is still coming to terms with Taylor's suggestion that she might know her rapist. However, Jessica encourages Maggie to go out with James tonight and focus on her own life again. Mike takes Sheila out to Café Russe. This plan backfires when James and Maggie arrive at the same restaurant. Sheila is crushed when she sees them dancing together. Mike tries to cheer Sheila up, but she is devastated. On the dance floor, Maggie begins to wonder if James is planning to propose marriage. At Spectra Fashions, Clarke repulses Jack's threat. Then, C.J. enters the office ...

Sheila receives a surprising visitor late at night: James' father stops by after finishing his California road trip. Damon notices immediately that Sheila is devastated. She admits that her hopes for romance with James were crushed tonight. Damon tries to encourage Sheila, but she feels hopeless. Sheila goes to church to pray. She asks God for a guardian to help her become a better person. At Café Russe, James and Maggie end their dance. She dislikes the fact he is spending so much time with Sheila. James points out that, if he could heal Sheila, it would be a huge ...

Brooke learns from Michael that she and Grant spent yesterday in Santa Barbara. Michael reveals that not only did she make up with Grant, but they also slept together for the first time. Brooke is aghast. Meanwhile, Ridge is happy for Grant to have patched things up with Michael. Stephanie daydreams about a reunited Ridge and Taylor. When Taylor stops by at the Forrester Mansion, she bursts Stephanie's bubble by stressing that Grant and Brooke are not a couple. Unconvinced, Stephanie decides to step in to get Ridge and Taylor back together. Over at Forrester Creations...

Intent to throw out his ugly designs and make beautiful new ones, Clarke is hard at work in a fitting with Kim. Despite Fuller's looming threats, Clarke is determined not to sabotage his family. Kim leaves to talk to Jack and warns him that Unicorn Fashion will be finished if Clarke's collection sees the light of day. Sally shares with Darla that she and Clarke have been developing a really close bond lately. Just as they discuss whether Clarke's latest avant-garde creations will find an audience, Macy barges into the office to break important news: due to drastic ...

Clarke tries to strike a new deal with Jack: he offers him some designs, but will not take the bribe to tank his collection for Spectra. Clarke is shocked to see Kim at Unicorn Fashions and realizes that she is a spy. Jack threatens Clarke and has his bodyguards attack his renegade business partner. Somehow, Clarke fights them off and manages to leave. Sally sneaks into Forrester Creations with a fake visitor badge to pay Stephanie a visit. Stephanie reveals that she recently spoke to Clarke and worries that Sally is being duped. Sally retorts that - despite her ...

The big day of the Spectra Fashion Show has arrived and C.J. informs Sally that his father wants to move in with them. Despite telling C.J. that it is not the right timing for such an important decision, Sally can hardly believe her luck that she is experiencing as of late. Little does she know that at Unicorn Fashions, Jack Fuller and his henchman Rocky get on their way to find out if Clarke is living up to his word. Meanwhile, Thorne explains to Stephanie how Clarke has apparently been changing the entire collection in the last minute, before he leaves to support ...

Clarke anxiously watches Jack and his henchman Rocky in the audience as the models hit the runway. To Clarke's relief, nothing bad happens: The Spectra fashion show is a smashing success. Sally informs reporter Jerry Penacoli that she is considering to change the name of the company to Spectra-Garrison. Then, Macy and Darla notice that C.J. is not present at the celebrations. Unbeknownst to them, the gangsters from Unicorn Fashions have kidnapped C.J. and bring him to a yet undisclosed location.

Sally basks in the glow of her comeback and to finally own a celebrated fashion house again. Even famed critic Elsa Klensch personally congratulates Sally on the new collection. Clarke begins to grow nervous about C.J.'s disappearance. Then, Clarke gets a call from Jack who threatens to kill C.J. in order to have his revenge. At Forrester Creations, Grant suspects that Ridge plans to have Brooke wear the showstopper - a wedding gown - in the upcoming fashion show and wants to propose to her. Ridge keeps mum. Michael presents Brooke with the recent rag trade chatter, ...

Brooke acts totally ignorant with Ridge, even though she is very much looking forward to his proposal. Taylor congratulates Jessica - who is still plagued by feelings of shame and insecurity after being raped - on making the first steps back into the outside world. Taylor also urges her patient to tell Dylan about the rape, but Jessica refuses. At Bikini Bar, Sly is mocked by his friends Tony and Ramone for being duped by Jessica. Dylan buys tickets for the "Endless Summer" party. Sly picks up on Dylan's remark that Jessica has been very distant and nervous lately. ...

Sheila seeks strength and new perspectives on life in religion. Mike is completely baffled when she denies that it is just a ploy to win over the good doctor. James fills Taylor in that he is making progress in therapy with Sheila. James is disappointed, though, when Maggie cancels on their date yet again without disclosing the reason. Later, James is surprised when Sheila quotes the bible to cheer him up. At Bikini Bar, Dylan takes Jessica to the beach to finally spend a romantic evening with her. Even a gentle kiss from her boyfriend turns out to be still too much ...

Jessica confronts Sly that she knows that he is the culprit. When Sly acts confused, Jessica bluntly tells him that he will not get away with raping her. While Ridge tucks Bridget into bed, Brooke discloses to Katie that Ridge will propose to her during the fashion show. Later, Ridge and Brooke - who still acts ignorant - vow to get married as soon as possible. At Bikini Bar, Jessica admits to Jasmine that she was raped. Jasmine is sympathetic, but cannot believe that Sly was the rapist, though. Jasmine warns Jessica about going by a hunch because she has never seen a...

Sally is still on cloud on nine after celebrating all night with the fashion press. She is surprised that Clarke is in such a sour mood considering it was his triumph and that C.J. stayed with his dad last night. A pale Clarke then tells Sally about his involvement with Jack's scheme. Sally is forgiving until Clarke admits C.J. has been kidnapped. Sally demands that Clarke find her son or she will be his end. At Unicorn Fashions, Jack is stunned that Rocky did not go through with his order and that young Garrison is still alive. Concerned that the police could arrive ...

Macy reads Clarke the riot act for putting her little brother in danger. Sally is furious that the police could not find C.J. or Jack Fuller yet. She is then stunned to learn that Kim Swanson was a spy for Unicorn Fashions. Jack forces C.J. to write a goodbye-letter. Meanwhile, Clarke discovers a clue to where C.J. is and rushes into the Hollywood hills. At Lonely Peak near the famous letter sign, Jack orders his henchman Rocky to finish the job. Clarke arrives just as Jack wants to kill his son. At Forrester Creations, Grant begs Ridge to show the men's fashions with...

Ridge feels bad for ruining Grant's triumph to present his menswear as part of the spring fashion show. Brooke decides to go after Grant to cheer him up. After giving Grant the keys to the family cabin to relax following his recent disappointment about the delayed showing, Stephanie learns from Brooke that she is looking forward to receive a proposal from Ridge at the big event. Thus, Stephanie decides to tell Ridge about Brooke and Grant's recent involvement. Stricken with pain about the uncertainty hanging over son's fate, Sally seeks solace in prayers. Macy and ...

Grant regrets going to the Forrester family cabin because there are quite a few signs of Brooke there. Right on cue, Brooke arrives at Big Bear. Grant confronts her why she changed her mind about the fashion shows after months of joint hard work. Brooke tries to cheer him up, but Grant feels as if she sacrificed him for Ridge. At Forrester Creations, Ridge is shocked when Stephanie claims that Brooke and Grant are having an affair. Sally feels stupid for letting Clarke back into her life in spite of all warnings. Suddenly, the police stop by with C.J. after picking ...

Eric urges Taylor to attend the fashion show. Ridge accuses Stephanie of lying about Brooke's affair with Grant. Stephanie explains to her son that she caught them kissing a couple of weeks ago. Ridge decides to go up to the cabin to see his fiancé immediately. Taylor is crushed when Stephanie tells her that Ridge intends to propose to Brooke at the spring showing. At Big Bear, Grant announces to Brooke that he is leaving town because the cause for his sour mood is more than just his bruised ego because of the delayed presentation of his collection. Brooke apologizes ...

Eric is dumbfounded to hear from Stephanie that she caught Brooke and Grant kissing. However, Eric strongly advises Stephanie against meddling in their son's love life. At Big Bear, Grant and Brooke are mutually grateful for growing so close the last couple of months, even though they cannot grow their friendship into something bigger due to her feelings for Ridge. Ridge on the other hand races back to L.A. where he tells Stephanie that he just saw Brooke and Grant kissing at the cabin. Stephanie urges Ridge not to propose to Brooke tomorrow. In Malibu, Michael is ...

Preparations for the spring showing are underway at Forrester Creations. Thorne is confused by the choice for the lead model, but neither Eric nor Michael disclose the reason to him. Brooke tells Lauren that she cannot wait to wear Ridge's ring on her finger. Stephanie worries that Ridge will go through with the proposal despite the fact that Brooke has been kissing Grant. Ridge has a tough time to compose himself around Grant as the fashion show draws closer. Across town, Taylor informs James that Ridge will be proposing to Brooke and that she cannot help it but feel...

Dylan convinces Jessica to attend her family's fashion show. Taylor also joins James and Maggie in the audience for the Forrester spring showing. Brooke confides in Eric that she is aware of Ridge's plan and cannot wait to receive his proposal. As the models hit the runway, Grant congratulates Brooke on her big day and even suggests himself as Ridge's best man. Ridge makes his decision and asks Harmony, one of the models, to lure his lucky lady backstage. Stephanie is disappointed that Ridge is seemingly moving along with his plan and ignoring Brooke's fling with ...

The Forrester fashion show is still going strong while Lauren assists Brooke who is having her hair and make-up done to prepare for her big moment. Michael spills it to Jessica that Brooke is about to receive a proposal on the runway. Stephanie makes a last minute plea to Ridge, who cannot forget about the intimate scene he saw between Brooke and Grant, to change his mind. Meanwhile, Taylor informs James and Maggie that she cannot take it to witness the finale after all and leaves. Megan interrupts Brooke's attempt to talk to Ridge by introducing her to famed ...

Following yet another successful fashion show, reporters field Eric, Stephanie, Thorne, Grant, Ridge and Taylor - still wearing the bridal gown - with questions. Ridge confirms to the press that the proposal was legit and rumors about his involvement with Brooke are incorrect. Grant leaves the press conference to comfort Brooke. Ridge asks Taylor if she wants to know why he gave up on Brooke. Despite being stunned by the events, Taylor says that it does not matter to her. Stephanie is thrilled that Ridge is finally reuniting with Taylor and already hopes for ...

Jessica finally reveals to Dylan why she has been that distant lately. Dylan is shocked to hear that his girlfriend was raped. Jasmine is haunted by Jessica's words that Sly was her rapist. When Sly stops by and they begin to undress, Jasmine makes a frightful discovery: Sly has a birthmark on his back in the exact shape that Jessica spotted on the man who took advantage of her. Thorne questions Stephanie about the sudden reunion of Ridge and Taylor. He has hard time believing that Brooke would have an affair with Grant. At Forrester Creations, Ridge confronts Brooke ...

A shaken Jasmine makes up an excuse and asks Sly to go home. Jasmine then leaves to apologize to Jessica for not believing her. Jasmine tells Jessica that Sly has the birthmark of the rapist and they decide to go to the police together. Still in shock over Ridge's proposal to Taylor, Brooke pays Lauren a visit in order to discuss her next move. Lauren suggests to Brooke that if Grant talks to Ridge maybe she can win Ridge back. Sheila informs James that she feels the urge to face the persons who she hurt in the past. Later, James and Sheila arrive at the Forrester ...

Jessica and Jasmine are on their way to the police station to report Sly when they make a shocking realization: Sly reveals himself in the back of the car. He kidnaps the girls and orders them to drive to the Bikini Bar. Dylan seeks Taylor's help to deal with his feelings of rage over Jessica's rape. They mull over who could be the culprit. Eventually, Dylan and Taylor wonder if Sly might be the rapist. Lauren cannot believe that James asks her to listen to Sheila's sob story. Sheila explains that she wants to make up for her past misdeeds. Lauren bluntly tells Sheila...

The doctors feverishly try to save Clarke in the E.R. while C.J. is questioned by a police officer. C.J. defends his dad from his mother, Macy and Darla. Dr. Santana then informs the family that Clarke suffered various fractures and injuries to his inner organs. The Spectras decide to hold a vigil at Clarke's bedside while he continues to fight for his life. Dylan and Taylor ask Maggie about Jessica's whereabouts, but she has not seen her daughter either. Dylan calls the police and learns that Jessica never got to the station as planned. At Bikini Bar, Sly has gagged ...

At Cedars Sinai Hospital, C.J. sits by Clarke's beside and begs his father to keep on fighting. Suddenly, Clarke wakes up from his coma. Sally, Macy and Darla look on as Clarke prepares to tell his son the truth about his role in his kidnapping. Jessica and Jasmine desperately try to loosen their bonds while Sly already sprinkles gasoline in the entire bar. Back in Beverly Hills, Maggie informs Stephanie that Sly raped Jessica. Dylan races to the Bikini Bar and asks Stephanie to call the police. Dylan arrives just in time to save Jessica and Jasmine who were trapped ...

It's the day after the fashion show and news of Jessica's ordeal makes waves. Eric and Stephanie are relieved that Dylan was able to save Jessica and Jasmine in time. Taylor shares with Ridge that her father is ecstatic about their engagement. Grant offers Brooke to talk to Ridge to explain that they did not have an affair, but she is not optimistic that this will do the trick. Brooke assumes that there is only person who can make her gain Ridge's forgiveness. Brooke asks Stephanie to speak to Ridge in light of her support during her poisoning. The Forrester matriarch...

Stephanie suggests for Brooke to return her shares in the company in exchange for her support in winning back Ridge. Brooke then realizes that Stephanie was only teasing her and has no intention of telling Ridge that she did not have an affair with Grant. Stephanie pressures Brooke to finally give up on Ridge. James is surprised that Taylor is not questioning Ridge's sudden interest in a reunion. James urges Taylor to talk to Ridge about his feelings for Brooke. Grant tries to make Ridge understand why he felt Brooke was becoming available. Unconvinced, Ridge ...

Megan informs Brooke that the bridal gown from the new collection proves to be a bestseller. Shortly later, Taylor arrives to have a little chat. Brooke tells Taylor that she did not have an affair with Grant. However, Taylor is not convinced by Brooke's assertion. Brooke begs Taylor to delay her wedding plans with Ridge. Mike warns Sheila that James will never fall in love with her and urges her to stop deluding herself. Sheila remains hopeful. Maggie puts an end to her secrecy around James and reveals that she has been taking care of Jessica who was raped. James is ...

Thorne is still wondering if Ridge is genuine by reuniting with Taylor or whether it was a publicity stunt. Ridge assures Thorne that his proposal to Taylor was real. Katie warns Brooke that Ridge might be serious and not come back to her. Brooke clings to hope that Ridge will not marry Taylor. Katie leaves to talk to Ridge. When Ridge refuses to give Brooke a second chance, Katie gets upset and exits. Later, Brooke begs Ridge to forgive her. James takes Sheila out for coffee to Insomnia after she has barely left her house in weeks. Now that she is ruefully looking at...

Grant informs Michael that Ridge fired him. Suddenly, Grants gets an idea who could reverse this. Grant begs Eric to give him back his job - or at least allow him the spotlight of his first own runway show. Out of concern for Ridge, Eric does not consent to it. Brooke continues to plead with Ridge to believe her that she did not betray him with Grant. Ridge tells Brooke that he forgives her. However, Ridge expounds that their relationship has proven to be too exhausting for him. He still intends to marry Taylor. Brooke is crushed. Sally inquires with Stephanie for ...

James fills Taylor in that Sheila was taken into police custody. They wonder who turned her in to the police. Meanwhile, Lauren - with a proud smile on her face - informs Maggie that she reported Sheila's various parole violations, namely to stay from her and the Forresters to the authorities. Lauren asks Maggie to testify because the very first violation of these parole stipulations was Sheila's attempt to get close to her. Darla tries to mediate between C.J. and Sally, but it is Clarke who reminds his son that he cannot force his will upon his mother. Eventually, ...

James is furious at Maggie for her attempt to send Sheila back to jail and leaves to comfort Sheila while the parole board confers its verdict. Lauren feels bad for causing such frictions between them. Brooke is shocked to learn that Ridge fired Grant. However, she thinks that it is a sign that he still loves her. Eric convinces Ridge to let Grant stay until the fashion show. Ridge and Taylor make plans for the evening to have their first proper date as a reunited couple. Brooke and Katie brainstorm on how the former can win back Ridge. Suddenly, Brooke realizes that ...

Michael gives Grant a pep talk boasting that his first and last fashion show at Forrester Creations will launch him a great career at another fashion house soon. Stephanie and Maggie read the press coverage of Sheila's parole hearing. The Forrester matriarch is furious that James stood up for Sheila and paved her the way into freedom. Later, Jessica thanks her mother for her support after her rape. She now feels ready to move on, though. Jessica informs Maggie that she is leaving town to visit her father in Iowa and then head to London for her studies abroad. Grant is...

Grant enjoys the adrenaline rush of his very first fashion show. The reception from reporters and buyers is quite favorable. Taylor worries that Ridge is angry with Grant. As the models walk the runway, Brooke issues an emotional plea at Ridge to put an end to their mutual feeling of being hurt - and just move on as a couple. Maggie is heartbroken that her little girl is moving across the big pond. Jessica then informs Dylan. He is equally stunned by this news. Dylan wishes Jessie the best, but cannot help it but feel sad to lose her. Jessica and Dylan emotionally say...

Grant is still on cloud nine after his very first fashion show. However, he feels used by Brooke. Claiming that she is serious, Brooke convinces Grant not to break the engagement. Taylor is slightly alarmed by Ridge's harsh reaction to Brooke's proposal when he calls it a "stunt". She reminds her fiancé that he similarly proposed to her at a showing and that Brooke and Grant have bonded in recent months. A heartbroken and still shocked Michael runs into Stephanie. Michael and Stephanie agree that Brooke is using Grant to win back Ridge. Ridge is furious with Brooke ...

It is Clarke's first day back at Spectra Fashions upon his release from the hospital. Darla, Macy and C.J. give Sally and her ex-husband some space to talk. Sally makes it clear that she is still not sold that having him working as head designer at her company is beneficial to her or their son. Clarke exclaims that he only has the best intentions. Sally informs Clarke that he better pause the womanizing while they have their current housing situation. Clarke says that this will not pose a problem. Or will it? Just minutes later, Clarke has a very sensual daydream ...

Brooke and Katie realize that Bridget misses Ridge's presence who she still considers her daddy. Brooke then stuns Katie that she intends to go through with her marriage plans with Grant if Ridge will not come back to her. At the private dining room, Taylor explains to Ridge that she is aware that his proposal was motivated by hurt feelings for Brooke. Taylor hands Ridge her engagement ring back and gives him the option to reconsider: does he want to marry her or Brooke!? Stephanie pays Brooke an unannounced visit and gratuitously offers her to pay for a lush but ...

Mike forces Maggie to leave goodbye messages for James and Stephanie and kidnaps her. While waiting for Maggie at the Café Russe, James runs into Eric. When he receives a memo from Maggie that she is leaving town, James is shocked. Meanwhile, Mike knocks Maggie out and carries her to a small apartment at the Venice Beach Pier. Mike calls Sheila to once again vow his love to her, but also stresses that he is aware that she does not reciprocate these feeling. Sheila is confused that Mike wishes her good luck with James. Ridge puts the engagement ring back on Taylor's ...

A drunken James visits Sheila. She tries to confess her lapse of judgment earlier, but he is too preoccupied by his hurt feelings of Maggie's sudden departure. After some more glasses of whiskey, James kisses Sheila passionately. Maggie awakes from her passed out state in Mike's apartment. Mike prevents Maggie from fleeing and sets the record straight that it is highly unlikely that James will search for her. Sally has her hair done by Gladys who quickly realizes that her client aims to impress Clarke. At Café Russe, Clarke tries to be friendly towards Eric, but the ...

James is shocked to wake up in Sheila's bed. She assures him that they only kissed and did not sleep together. However, James wonders if he should continue to treat Sheila because he clearly crossed professional ethics. She promises him secrecy in order to prevent him from cutting ties. Michael feels humiliated by Grant. He is sorry and hints that there will not be a wedding. Sheila tells Mike that she is on cloud nine after spending last night with James. At Forrester Creations, Thorne, Eric and Stephanie debate the sincerity of Brooke's engagement to Grant. Across ...

Brooke spoils Grant with a new car and a huge redecorated office. Grant truly enjoys the splendor. Katie warns him that Brooke wants to be with Ridge, not him. Grant is optimistic that his new position in the company and Brooke's life will remain. In light of Grant's promotion, Thorne urges Ridge to end the madness. Ridge stresses that he will not make a decision for his love life out of concern for work. Serving as a mediator, Eric remarks that he believes in Ridge to do the right thing eventually. Taylor opines that Grant seems to ignore feelings - meaning that ...

James explains to Taylor how we was completely blindsided by Maggie's sudden departure. He then confides in his dear friend how he got drunk and apparently spent the night passed out in Sheila's bedroom. Taylor is alarmed and urges James to stop treating Sheila as he is far too involved with her. Still held captive, Maggie realizes that Mike kidnapped her on his own and out of love for Sheila. Somehow Maggie manages to get rid of her bonds and break out of the tiny apartment. Maggie is stunned to find herself at Pacific Park. When the amusement park closes for the ...

Grant uses his new position as Brooke's fiancé to taunt Ridge. Grant also rubs it into Ridge's face that his relationship to Brooke has grown for many months. Ridge acts unimpressed until Brooke walks into the office to hand out an invitation for her and Grant's engagement party. Maggie manages to escape the dead end of the Santa Monica Pier and runs away from Mike. Maggie's luck does not reach far, though. Mike finds her at the old carrousel and swiftly locks her up in his apartment again. In Brentwood, Sheila is able to convince James to keep her as a patient. ...

Sally, Clarke, Darla and C.J. spend the evening at the Canyon Country Club. Tamara Walker spots them and asks Sally if Macy and Thorne would be interested to perform at a fundraiser concert. At Spectra Fashions, Thorne stops by with Chinese food because Macy is conducting job interviews late at night. All applicants come with good credentials as needle workers. However, Macy has to turn down one applicant, Claudia Cortéz, when she fails to present her green card. Thorne is sympathetic to the young woman's situation, but Macy sticks with the law and therefore cannot ...

Sally, Clarke and Darla inform Macy and Thorne about the gala concert for the Malibu Creek Children's Hospital. Sally tries to convince Thorne and a reluctant Macy to sing at the Canyon Country Club alongside famed musician Bryan White. Stephanie confronts Sheila and accuses her of being the force behind Maggie's sudden "departure". Later, Stephanie tells James that she is positive Sheila is behind Maggie's disappearance. Maggie unsuccessfully pleads with Mike to give her back her freedom. Suddenly, Sheila appears at the Santa Monica Pier which prompts Mike to lock up...

Macy has stage-fright in light of her first performance on stage since her cancer scare two years ago. Tamara then introduces Thorne and Macy to famous country singer Bryan White. Stephanie and Taylor learn from Thorne about Macy's and his comeback at the charity event. Taylor encourages Ridge to go out tonight, but he is unenthusiastic because the Canyon Country Club is connected to memories of Brooke and Grant. Brooke is upset when she learns that she was not invited to the fundraiser. Regardless, Brooke tells a reluctant that they will make grand entrance as the ...

Sally invites Gladys to join her, Clarke and Darla for Macy and Thorne's comeback on stage. While Ridge and Taylor dress up Texas style, Brooke and Grant also make plans to attend the charity event. Grant then receives a phone call from Michael and realizes that he has to cancel their dinner date. Stephanie and Eric are about to leave for the club, but remark how sad it is that Maggie is gone considering that she loves country music. At Canyon Country Club, Macy, who is suffering stage fright, confides in Thorne that she is glad that the audience tonight will mostly ...

The Canyon Country Club is packed with guests for the charity event. Tamara introduces Bryan White to his opening act Thorne and Macy and the rest of the Spectra crew. Ridge, Taylor, Eric and Stephanie are also having a good time. The only ones not enjoying themselves are Brooke and Grant who look on from a distant sitting area. Meanwhile, Claudia Cortéz returns to her tiny modest home and happily greets her mother Alicia and brother Lucien with the news that she got a job at Forrester Creations which should allow them to make a living. Claudia then decides to go to ...

Thorne and Macy enjoy frenetic applause and he even gets a rose from a fan - without realizing that his new employee Claudia gave it to him. Clarke joins Brooke and Grant at their table. The two men realize that they share mutual disdain for the Forresters. Stephanie uses the chance to trade barbs with Brooke. Meanwhile at the beach house, Dylan comforts Michael who was stood up by her roommate. Dylan urges Michael to forget about Grant. Michael still believes that Ridge will not let Brooke get away. At Canyon Country Club, Tamara comes on stage to introduce the star ...

Macy informs Sally and Clarke that they are still short of one seamstress because she had to turn down one applicant who did not have a green card. They then talk about the difficult situation of illegal immigrants trying to find a better life in the US. At Forrester Creations, Thorne tells Stephanie that he thinks Ridge should go back to Brooke. On her first day at work, Claudia visits Thorne with a gift of chicken tamales. James worries about his fiancée who is still missing. Taylor cautions James to rule out the possibility that Sheila might have a hand in Maggie's...

Ridge and Taylor set a date for their wedding. Across the hall, Grant comforts a depressed Brooke who worries that her plan to win back Ridge is not working so far. Brooke is furious when Megan informs them that Ridge has decided to send Grant to a fashion conference in Italy in his place. Brooke decides to go instead. She is desperate when Ridge tells her he will marry Taylor in exactly one month. Holding a gun in his hand, Mike is about to do a desperate act and kill Maggie. Sheila confesses to James that Mike kidnapped Maggie insisting she knew nothing about it. ...

Stephanie toasts Ridge and Taylor on setting a wedding date. Thorne opines to Eric that he thinks that Ridge is still in love with Brooke. Meanwhile, Grant suggests to Brooke to move forward and marry him instead of looking back on a broken relationship with Ridge. Brooke is not ready to give up on the love of her life just yet. She increases the pressure and informs the shocked Forresters that Grant will take her place as CEO during her absence. Later, with tears in her eyes, Brooke asks Ridge to leave Taylor. Sheila pleads with James to keep her as a patient. Maggie...

Bothered by his self-inflicted celibacy, Clarke has a hard time concentrating when Sally asks him to work with some lingerie models. Back at Forrester Creations with a part-time job, Dylan learns from Thorne that the company has a new temporary leader: Grant. Dylan goes to talk to Michael and advises her to cut all ties with Chambers. Michael admits that she still loves Grant despite being stringed along. Later, Dylan confronts Grant about hurting Michael. Eric avoids the office and works from home. He blames himself for disrupting the family by divorcing her and ...

Maggie tells Stephanie that she thinks James is going to propose. Stephanie warns Maggie that Sheila will always be a problem. In Brentwood, James gives Sheila a list of suitable psychiatrists with which she can continue her therapy. Sheila is heartbroken that James will no longer treat her. She feels like her zeal to live or to become a better person is gone. Grant explains to Dylan that he used to be a person who gets taken advantage of - by the Forresters and everyone else. Ridge is angry when he realizes that Grant tries to recruit Dylan to his side. Dylan then ...

Taylor informs Ridge that James is about to propose to his aunt Maggie. Ridge is concerned when Taylor reveals that she wants to take on Sheila as a patient to continue with James' successful therapy. In Brentwood, Sheila gets another visit from Mike who wants to check on her. Sheila wonders if there is a reason for her to fight her daemons and become a better person. Mike suggests that it would be best for both of them to start over elsewhere. Suddenly, there is knock on the door which prompts Mike to leave. It is Taylor who offers Sheila to treat her. Sheila turns ...

Grant has Eric, Stephanie, Thorne, Ridge, Eric, Michael and Megan assemble in his office. In his capacity as interim CEO Grant shocks Eric and Ridge by changing the theme for the next collection. When Brooke calls from Milan, Grant informs her that he made his announcement exactly as planned. Stephanie advises Eric and Ridge to remain cool. Ridge seriously ponders his next move in regard to Brooke, though. Michael asks Grant if he is secretly hoping to marry Brooke after all, but he avoids a straight answer. After comforting Thorne over his family drama, Macy has a ...

Concerned about her daughter calling in sick, Sally pays her a visit and is thrilled when Macy tells her that she and Thorne are actually trying to have a baby. At Forrester Creations, Claudia learns from her co-worker Lucy that she passed the citizenship test. This prompts Claudia to daydream of becoming a US citizen herself. Over the phone, Brooke continues to plead with Ridge to no longer waste the opportunity for them to have a proper family. Bridget then asks Katie why mommy has not sent out their Christmas cards yet. Stephanie warns Taylor that Brooke's antics ...

Sheila is miserable to lose James to Maggie. Mike reiterates his offer to run away together. James and Maggie agree to go through with their wedding plans even though several of their friends will not be around. James then leaves to tell Sheila that he is marrying Maggie. This is a huge blow to Sheila. Ridge informs Eric that he has hired Enrique Alvarez who has vast experience in marketing and production to groom as a replacement for Grant. Eric is surprised that Ridge is already making plans for Grant's demise even though he does not intend to consent to Brooke's ...

Ridge teases Grant about the immigration raid, stressing that this is one of the responsibilities of a head honcho. INS Agent Tim Barlow informs Thorne that the immigration agency received word that Forrester Creations is employing illegal immigrants. Claudia panics about the police's presence and confides in her shift supervisor Henry that she has no working permit. Thorne manages to hide Claudia in his office. However, Thorne pleads with Claudia to get her green card right away. Sheila is still disappointed that James does not see how they bonded in recent months ...

Maggie is thrilled to have Jessica back in town and asks her to be her maid of honor. The wedding also prompts a reunion for Dylan and Jessica. Eric, Stephanie, Ridge, Thorne and Macy wonder if Sheila will cause trouble at the nuptials. James has picked up his father from the airport. Damon is confused why James and Maggie are suddenly rushing into marriage. To James' dismay, Damon also stresses that the lovely Sheila would be a much better match for his son in his opinion. James explains that Maggie is the love of his life and assures his dad that he will realize why...

With bagpipes playing and groom and his best man wearing traditional Scottish attire, the wedding ceremony for James and Maggie begins. At Spectra Fashions, Sally and Clarke talk about Sheila and her dangerous ways. Michael introduces Enrique to Megan who is equally smitten by the company's latest hire. In Brentwood, Sheila is hell-bent to stop James' nuptials. Posing as a flower delivery guy, Mike reluctantly tricks Megan into revealing the location of the church. Maggie and James exchange vows. They jointly light a candle and the reverend is about to announce them ...

James, Maggie and the wedding guests are stunned and annoyed at the same time when Sheila bursts through the church doors to put a halt to the nuptials. She then announces that she is pregnant with James' child - At Forrester Creations, Michael is impressed with Enrique and his knowledge of the fashion industry. Enrique reveals to Michael that he hopes to replace Grant soon and therefore sides with the Forresters against him. Megan confides in Grant that she worries to have revealed the location of the wedding to Mike and Sheila. Grant goes to Michael's office, but is...

Eric advises Ridge to stop thinking about the children's wishes or the company's benefit before making a choice about Brooke. Eric thinks that Ridge should merely follow his heart and choose the woman that he wants to spend the rest of his life with because this will be best for everyone in the long run. Ridge continues to vacillate. Grant has another run-in with Enrique who bluntly tells him that he is siding with the Forresters. Grant thinks about firing Enrique, then changes his mind, though. Macy grows weary that she and Thorne have been unsuccessful in getting ...

Sally explains to Clarke that Macy and Thorne are trying to have a baby - and she could not be happier for them. Macy is stunned that Thorne hired Claudia at Forrester Creations and the young girl is apparently trying to charm her husband. Macy storms off in a huff and eventually confides in Sally about this development. Grant confronts Eric and Stephanie about hiring someone without consulting him. Stephanie bluntly tells Grant that his days at Forrester Creations are numbered. Grant retorts that he is looking very much forward to Brooke's impending return. Enrique ...

Rick and Bridget are excited for their mother to come home from Italy. Ridge keeps mum on the fact that he is now engaged to Taylor and will not live with them anymore. Stephanie tells her son to stay strong and to end the charade of still being together with Brooke. Clarke visits Grant at Forrester Creations to gloat about Eric. Grant remarks that it felt really good to run the company the last weeks. Clarke advises Grant to marry Brooke quickly to hold onto his job. Rick and Bridget are stunned when they overhear Grant talk about his engagement to Brooke. Claudia ...

Brooke pleads with Ridge to put an end to the madness and come back to her. Rick and Bridget confront Grant about his alleged engagement to their mother. Right on cue, Taylor walks into Grant's office shortly followed by Brooke and Ridge. They confirm this development. James visits his newly wed wife at the Forrester Mansion. He wants to know if their marriage can overcome the hurdle of Sheila carrying his child. Maggie admits to James that she is not sure if she wants to be with him if Sheila is always a part of their lives. Meanwhile, Stephanie has a catty argument ...

James tries to make Sheila understand that as she still struggles with her own mental health, he and Maggie could give their child some much needed stability and guidance. Appalled, Sheila bluntly tells Maggie and James that she will not give up her baby. James warns Sheila that he will win custody based on her mental health history if they fail to reach an agreement. Brooke gives Rick and Bridget a rather vague explanation why she got engaged to Grant. They correctly assess that their mother does not love Grant as much as Ridge. Katie worries that Brooke is deluding ...

Michael and Enrique impress Thorne with an excellent analysis which could open new markets for Forrester Creations. Enrique convinces Michael to celebrate with him. Claudia admits to her mother and brother that she encountered Enrique Alvarez at work. Alicia explains that this could be good sign because the Cortéz and Alvarez families used to be so close. Lucien repudiates this and fears that Enrique was sent to the US to target them. Sally and Clarke try to cheer up Macy who is disappointed that she is still not pregnant. Macy also remains miffed that Thorne hired ...

Grant comes home to the Beach House for his rendezvous with Michael, but she is not there yet. Brooke stops by to find out how the Forresters reacted to him being the company's CEO during her absence. Brooke encourages Grant to not burn any bridges with Michael just yet because she might get her happy ending with Ridge after all. Enrique convinces Michael to have dinner with him at Mannequin's in spite of her having second thoughts about standing up Grant. Michael admits that she is still in love with Grant. Later, Enrique is furious when he sees Grant embracing ...

Maggie fills in Stephanie and Lauren about Sheila's pregnancy and that James could be the father. Lauren and Stephanie warn Maggie that the idea to invite Sheila into her home and adopt the baby will backfire. Meanwhile, Sheila informs Mike that James wants to take the baby from her. In the subsequent conversation, Mike suggests to Sheila that James might harbor feelings for her and therefore wants her to be close to him. Ridge criticizes Brooke for letting Rick and Bridget in their belief that he is not really marrying Taylor. Brooke pleads with Ridge to not take ...

Stephanie hosts a pre-Christmas dinner at the Forrester Mansion. Macy and Thorne delight the family with their baby plans. Stephanie is furious when Thorne suggests that Ridge and Taylor delay their wedding to prevent Brooke and Grant from taking over the company. Lauren begins to wonder if the welcome note in her office was written by Eric. Meanwhile, Taylor finds Grant late at work at the office. She informs her friend that she truly believes in Ridge's dedication. Grant thinks that Ridge spends too much time with Brooke and her kids. Taylor suggests to Grant that ...

It's a new day in Los Angeles, yet Stephanie and Thorne continue to be at odds. Stephanie tells Thorne that he should not take sides with Brooke. Taylor notices that Brooke's actions take its toll on Eric who begins to feel uncomfortable to work in the business that he founded. Brooke and Grant discuss their next step and whether Ridge will come around and end his engagement to Taylor. Later, Brooke has Ridge, Eric, Stephanie and Thorne assemble in her office. They are shocked to hear that Grant will remain CEO of Forrester Creations even though she is back in town ...

James and Maggie bring Sheila some healthy food as an early Christmas gift. Sheila correctly senses that this is not their only reason for coming. James and Maggie then pass the adoption papers where one of the stipulations is that Sheila relinquishes her maternal rights and will never be part of her baby's life. Sheila is shocked. Hoping that she will be able to win James' affection in the next months, Sheila signs the documents, though. At Forrester Creations, a Christmas party is held at the sewing room and Thorne hands over bonus checks for the diligent ...

Grant is surprised to find Brooke alone at work on Christmas day. Grant unsuccessfully tries to whisk Brooke away on an elopement. Brooke is absolutely convinced, though, that next year she will be back in the fold of the Forrester family. In Beverly Hills, Eric plays with Rick, Bridget and their new model railway. Stephanie, Ridge and Taylor drink eggnog and the Forrester matriarch reveals that she had to invite the Spectras over like year. On cue, Macy arrives with Sally, C.J. and Clarke. Thorne's car breaks down while delivering Claudia's bonus check. Macy is ...

Ridge is pleased that working with Brooke is cooperative again. Taylor is furious when she overhears Brooke beg Ridge to come back to her. Later, Taylor confronts Brooke and tells her to get some self-respect and leave Ridge alone. Brooke counters that the wedding dress Taylor intends to wear and the engagement band that she is wearing was meant for her. Taylor accuses Brooke of trying to trap Ridge with blackmail tactics. At Spectra Fashions, Thorne still apologizes to Macy for missing out on Christmas dinner with the family. This proves to be little consolation for ...

Enrique tells Claudia that he got word from San Carlos that her father is alive even though his whereabouts are unknown. Claudia does not believe Enrique. Brooke is pleased that Rick and Bridget have warmed up to Grant. Giving his fiancée a proper engagement ring, Grant encourages Brooke to antedate their wedding before Ridge marries Taylor. Sally reassures Macy who worries that they have overreacted. The INS conducts another raid at Forrester Creations and Claudia is arrested. Thorne is furious when he realizes that Macy turned in Claudia. Brooke announces to Ridge ...

Suspicious of her sudden pregnancy and alleged willingness to let James and Maggie adopt her baby, Lauren warns Sheila that she will keep a close eye on her because she is certain that her only interest is to drive a wedge between the newlyweds. James and Maggie move into their new home, a cute little cottage. Sheila receives a visit from her old foe Lauren. Sheila joins her new house-mates dressed to the nines. This does not go unnoticed by James. Maggie ignores the sexy outfit and instead prepares a healthy meal for pregnant Sheila. Thorne is still furious with his ...