In the latest dramatic twist on Bold and Beautiful, Carter, determined to salvage his position, is still clinging to one final attempt to convince Steffy and Ridge that he isn’t planning to betray the company. However, there’s one non-negotiable condition that Carter is insisting on: rehiring Hope and reviving her fashion line. Unfortunately, this request is something Steffy is unwilling to accept. While Ridge seems to be wavering in his support for Steffy, he ultimately remains loyal to his daughter, refusing to back Hope’s return.
The tension escalates when Steffy calls Hope a “liability” to the business, a remark that sends Carter into a fury, especially considering Hope is his girlfriend. This sparks a pivotal moment where Carter realizes that if he’s going to fulfill his plan, he must move forward with his takeover. As part of his scheme, Carter convinces Ridge and Steffy to sign off on the LLC paperwork, which they unwittingly agree to, unaware of Carter’s true intentions. This maneuver allows Carter to take control of Forrester Creations, setting the stage for a shocking power shift.
Once Carter is officially installed as CEO, he wastes no time revealing the shocking news to everyone at Forrester Creations, leaving employees and family members alike stunned by the announcement. But the big news isn’t just Carter’s new role—it’s the return of Hope to the company. With Carter’s leadership, Hope is not only rehired but also given the green light to rebuild her fashion line, something Steffy vehemently opposes.
Steffy, furious at Carter’s decision, reacts harshly, knowing full well that her grip on the company is slipping. Carter’s first official act as CEO is to call a company-wide meeting, where he makes it clear that Hope’s return is a priority, causing tensions to boil over. Steffy’s anger is palpable as she sees the company she’s worked so hard to shape slipping from her control, while Hope’s newfound position could spell trouble for her family’s legacy.
This bold move by Carter sets the stage for an all-out battle for power within Forrester Creations, with Steffy and Ridge left to navigate the fallout from their own misguided trust in Carter. Will Carter’s takeover lead to a brighter future for Hope, or will it unravel everything the Forrester family has worked for? Only time will tell.
