Steffy Forrester, who stood by Liam throughout his ordeal, is left shattered by the news. Having endured the slow agony of watching him fade, Steffy now grapples with the pain of never getting the chance to say a proper goodbye. The grief threatens to consume her, and it sets the tone for the heartbreak that will ripple through the Forresters.

Meanwhile, the tension between Brooke Logan and Taylor Hayes reaches explosive new heights. During what was supposed to be a celebration at Forester Creations’ fashion show, the long-simmering rivalry erupts. Brooke, believing Ridge still loves her, attempts a bold gesture by appearing in her wedding dress. However, Taylor is determined not to let Brooke steal Ridge back. In a shocking move, Taylor traps Brooke in a dressing room, leading to a fiery confrontation when Brooke escapes. Their fight disrupts the entire show, forcing Ridge to confront the harsh reality that his family’s drama is spiraling out of control.

At the same time, Katie Logan uncovers a hidden betrayal. After noticing suspicious behavior between Carter Walton and the newcomer Daphne, Katie digs deeper and uncovers a tangled web of manipulation orchestrated by Daphne—part of a scheme likely connected to Steffy. Katie refuses to let Daphne’s games ruin Hope’s and Carter’s lives and vows to expose her.

Caught between loyalty to Taylor and the undeniable pull toward Brooke, Ridge faces a heartbreaking decision. His choice will reshape the future of the Forester family forever. Meanwhile, Steffy must cope with Liam’s death while questioning whether she can truly move forward with Finn. Hope, burdened by the weight of Liam’s memory and the chaos surrounding her, faces an uncertain future.