Eric’s New Scheme: He Arranges a Special Dinner for Ridge and Brooke | Bold and Beautiful

Eric Forrester has always taken pride in being the steady hand guiding his family’s happiness from behind the scenes. But lately, as he watches Ridge growing closer and closer to Taylor Hayes, Eric’s patience begins to wear thin. In his heart, Eric has never doubted that Ridge’s true destiny lies with only one woman — Brooke Logan. It isn’t bitterness toward Taylor that drives him, but an unshakable belief that Ridge and Brooke’s love is too powerful, too iconic, to be thrown away.

As Ridge drifts further toward building a future with Taylor, Eric quietly decides he can’t just sit back and watch. If Ridge can’t see the truth for himself, then Eric will do whatever it takes to open his son’s eyes.

Determined to bring Ridge back to where he truly belongs, Eric crafts a new plan. He organizes a special dinner at the Forrester mansion under the pretense of discussing upcoming designs for the fashion house. But in reality, every detail of the evening is carefully orchestrated to spark Ridge’s memories of his and Brooke’s golden days together — their undeniable connection, the love that once burned so brightly.

Eric spares no effort: soft candlelight fills the grand dining room, gentle music plays in the background, and dishes from Ridge and Brooke’s honeymoon in Portofino are served to recreate one of their happiest memories. At the heart of it all stands Brooke herself, radiant and breathtaking in a dress Ridge once described as making her look like an angel.

Brooke knows exactly what Eric is doing, and she’s fully on board. She understands this may be her best — and possibly final — chance to win Ridge back. Her heart races with hope as she prepares to confront the man who has always been her destiny.

When Ridge enters the room, he’s immediately struck by a wave of nostalgia. He looks around, momentarily stunned by the familiar sights, sounds, and scents. Brooke rises to greet him, her smile warm and inviting.

“Do you remember this night, Ridge?” she asks softly, her voice carrying the weight of shared memories. “We made promises here. Promises that time and distance could never break.”

Ridge lets out a light chuckle, but there’s clear tension in his eyes. Before he can speak, Brooke moves closer, gently taking his hand in hers. She speaks of their love story — of the laughter, the passion, and the bond that refused to die even after everything they had endured.

From the shadows, Eric watches closely, hopeful that this carefully set stage will be enough to remind Ridge of the love he once fought so hard to keep.

But just when it seems like Ridge might be softening, he pulls his hand away. His voice, steady but firm, cuts through the moment.

“That was another lifetime, Logan,” Ridge says. “I’m not that man anymore.”

The words hit Brooke like a physical blow. Her smile falters, her heart breaking all over again. Still, she tries one last time, her voice trembling with emotion, asking him if he’s truly happy with Taylor. Is he choosing love or just comfort?

But Ridge’s answer is resolute. “Taylor is my future,” he tells her. “You have to accept that.”

Standing frozen under the candlelight, Brooke struggles to hold back her tears. Meanwhile, Eric, furious and heartbroken himself, remains silent, realizing that all his careful planning has failed.

The next day, news of the failed dinner spreads like wildfire. Whispers reach Taylor’s ears about Eric’s secret dinner and how it was nothing more than a desperate attempt to reunite Ridge and Brooke.

For the first time, Taylor’s anger isn’t aimed at Brooke or Ridge — it’s directed squarely at Eric.

Furious and hurt, Taylor storms into Eric’s office. Her voice trembles with rage as she confronts the man she once trusted implicitly.

“I thought you cared about this family,” Taylor says, her eyes blazing. “I thought you cared about me. But all you’ve ever cared about is Brooke!”

Eric doesn’t deny it. He meets her anger with brutal honesty.

“I care about Ridge’s happiness,” Eric replies firmly. “And deep down, you and I both know he’s happiest with her.”

The betrayal cuts Taylor deeply. For years, she had seen Eric as a father figure, someone who respected and valued her beyond the endless comparisons to Brooke. Now, that trust is shattered beyond repair.

Without another word, Taylor turns and walks away, her heart a whirlwind of sadness, betrayal, and fury.

But Taylor Hayes has never been the type to walk away quietly. The question now is — what will she do next? Will she strike back at Eric and Brooke? Will she fight harder to protect her future with Ridge?

Taylor has been pushed too far, and history has shown that when that happens, she doesn’t just push back — she roars.

The next move Taylor makes could have consequences that echo through the Forrester family forever. Will she rise above the manipulation, or will she unleash a storm that no one in Los Angeles sees coming?

One thing is certain: Taylor Hayes is not a woman to be underestimated. And her next move could change everything.