For weeks, viewers have watched Liam battle a serious illness. Through it all, Hope has never left his side. She didn’t hesitate. She didn’t question her place in his life. She simply stayed — offering comfort, care, and unconditional support during one of the darkest times he’s ever faced.

Hope’s connection to Liam runs deep. Their shared history is a patchwork of joy, heartbreak, and resilience. They’ve faced the world together more than once, leaning on one another in moments of crisis. So when Liam looked into her eyes during those quiet, late-night talks, he didn’t just see a friend — he saw the woman he once vowed to love forever.

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And slowly, something shifted. Gratitude became longing. Fond memories became aching regrets. Liam couldn’t stop replaying their happiest moments: laughter over morning coffee, the way Hope’s smile could light up a room, the warmth of her touch. He began to realize he didn’t just want to remember their love — he wanted to fight for it again.

The Proposal

One evening, unable to ignore his heart any longer, Liam made a decision. He would propose to Hope again. This time, he’d make sure she knew exactly how much she meant to him — and how determined he was to build a future together.

Liam planned everything in secret. He chose a simple yet meaningful ring, one that symbolized both their past and the promise of a new beginning. He prepared a quiet, candlelit setting — soft golden lights, flickering candles, and gentle music.

Hope arrived unsuspecting, casually dressed but radiantly beautiful. They laughed over dinner, reminiscing and enjoying the kind of easy conversation they hadn’t shared in years. Then, Liam stood, reached into his pocket, and dropped to one knee.

Hope froze, eyes wide, breath caught. Liam’s voice trembled as he poured out his heart — apologizing for past mistakes, professing his love, and asking her to marry him. The room felt suspended in time. Tears welled in Hope’s eyes as memories came rushing back.

For a long moment, she was silent. Then she smiled, whispered “yes,” and said it again — louder, more certain. Liam slipped the ring onto her finger and pulled her into a fierce embrace.

At that moment, nothing else mattered. Not the history, not the obstacles — not even Carter.

Carter’s Loss

For Carter, this was the moment his world collapsed. His connection to Hope had been deepening, even if their future was uncertain. Now, she had made her choice — and it wasn’t him. Carter’s feelings are real, and he’s not the type to step aside quietly.

As news of the engagement spreads, Carter’s heartbreak will fuel a determination to fight for Hope, setting the stage for a tense love triangle. Will Hope’s commitment to Liam hold, or will Carter’s persistence cause her to question her decision?

A Shocking Plot Hole Leaves Fans Buzzing

While the romance drama unfolds, B&B fans are buzzing about a glaring plot hole involving Grace Buckingham’s recent con. Viewers watched in disbelief as Grace, drowning in debt from her ex-husband Reese’s gambling, faked Liam’s terminal brain tumor to scam $1 million from Bill Spencer.

The scheme — complete with forged medical records and fake specialists — eventually unraveled, destroying Grace’s reputation and risking prison time. But fans can’t help asking: why didn’t Grace simply turn to Thomas Forrester for help?

Thomas, engaged to Paris at the time, has the resources and loyalty to protect her family. If he’d been pulled in, he could have negotiated with the bookies or quietly paid off the debt, sparing everyone the heartache. Instead, the writers left him out entirely, frustrating fans who saw a simpler, more logical resolution.

Brooke, Ridge, and Nick – The Saga Continues

Meanwhile, another long-running romantic saga takes an infuriating twist. Nick Marone was moments away from proposing to Brooke on a stunning boat in Naples when disaster struck — quite literally. A sudden mishap sent Brooke overboard, and Ridge swooped in to save her, derailing Nick’s proposal.