Tensions soar as Liam’s life hangs in the balance, leaving everyone around him shaken. After a serious medical emergency lands Liam in the hospital, he comes face-to-face with his mortality — and the people who matter most. Steffy is by his side, unwavering in her support, just as he once saved her life. In a heartfelt moment, Liam thanks her, believing he wouldn’t be alive if not for her quick actions. Their shared history is impossible to ignore as they recall everything they’ve been through, especially for the sake of their daughter, Kelly.

Finn walks in and is stunned to see Liam hospitalized. Steffy reveals that Liam suffered a brain bleed and barely made it. The severity of his condition prompts immediate medical attention, with Grace Buckingham joining Finn to monitor his recovery. While Liam tries to brush it off, calling it “doctor talk,” Grace reminds everyone that it was a very close call. Thankfully, with steady care and monitoring, there’s hope for a full recovery — but it’s still early days.

Despite the danger he’s in, Liam insists on keeping everything under wraps — especially from Beth and Kelly. He doesn’t want to scare them or burden them with worry. Finn isn’t fully on board with this secrecy, but he respects Liam’s wishes. Liam’s commitment to his daughters shines through when he insists he’ll be there for Kelly’s upcoming daddy-daughter dance, even though he’s clearly still struggling. Steffy reassures him that they all believe in him, especially Kelly.

As exhaustion takes over, Liam encourages Steffy to head home and hug the girls for him. After she leaves, he presses Grace for the unfiltered truth — is he going to recover? Grace offers cautious optimism but admits the situation is still uncertain. His previous head injuries only complicate things further. But Liam is determined to protect his family and continue being there for them, even if it means keeping his current condition a secret.

Back at the cliff house, Steffy continues to shield Kelly from the truth. When Kelly asks about her father, Steffy gently tells her that plans changed, but reminds her of Liam’s unwavering love. “Daddy will always be there for me,” Kelly says with childlike confidence, leaving Steffy fighting back her emotions. Finn watches on with concern, knowing just how close Liam came to not making it.

Meanwhile, across town, drama brews as Deacon comes clean to Hope about a violent confrontation with Carter. Recalling a recent fight, Deacon admits he couldn’t stand by while Carter disrespected his daughter. His protective instincts took over, and he lashed out. Hope is stunned and worried — she appreciates her father’s support but fears legal consequences. Deacon insists it won’t come to that, and the incident only made him realize how good Liam actually was for her.

Hope listens quietly, clearly still affected by her past with Liam. She admits that after their marriage ended, her life started spiraling. Despite everything, she still cares for him deeply and regrets how things ended. She hasn’t checked in on him in a while and feels a growing sense of guilt. Deacon assures her that Liam still has a place in her heart — and perhaps in her future.

At Forrester Creations, Daphne urges Carter to move on from Hope and embrace a future that’s waiting for him. She leans in, almost sharing a kiss, but Carter pulls away at the last moment, torn between desire and duty. As Daphne exits, Carter is left alone with his thoughts — and a signed document that might redefine his future.

Back in the hospital, Liam remains determined to fight for his life and his family. But the road ahead is uncertain, and secrets loom large. With Steffy covering for him, Hope reflecting on her choices, and Deacon stirring the pot, one thing is clear — Liam’s future is more fragile than ever. And a life-changing decision from Hope may soon alter the course of all their lives.