Steffy Forrester is about to face one of the most turbulent and dangerous times of her life — and she doesn’t even see it coming. Life at the cliff house seems blissful. With Finn by her side and little Hayes bringing daily joy, Steffy has allowed herself to believe that peace has finally returned. But beneath this calm surface, a storm is brewing — and it’s about to strike in more ways than one.

In the shadows, Luna’s obsession is spiraling into something far more dangerous than anyone imagined. Her grudge against Steffy has grown into a full-blown vendetta, and she’s convinced that the only way to make Steffy feel the same pain she once felt is to take Hayes. In Luna’s twisted mind, stealing Steffy’s child isn’t just about revenge — it’s about forcing her to understand what true loss feels like. And Luna doesn’t want Steffy to just suffer — she wants her to be broken beyond repair.

Watching from afar, Luna has studied the Forrester family’s routines. She’s memorized the schedule of Hayes’ outings, the shifts of the nanny, and those rare but real moments when the child is unguarded. Each passing day fuels her resolve. She knows how to manipulate, how to lie, and how to gain access when no one is paying attention. Her ultimate plan isn’t just to kidnap Hayes — it’s to erase Steffy entirely from the picture.

But just as Luna’s plot begins to unfold, a surprising phone call from Paris sends a jolt through Steffy’s seemingly perfect life. On the other end of the line is Daphne — a dear friend who has long been part of Steffy’s inner circle. But this isn’t a casual check-in. Daphne’s voice shakes as she reveals a life-altering secret. She’s pregnant. And the father is none other than Carter — from a night neither of them meant to happen.

That night had been cloaked in confusion, a moment when Carter thought he was with Hope. But the truth is more complicated, and now Daphne is carrying his child. As Steffy listens in stunned silence, she realizes the magnitude of this revelation. The ramifications could be massive — especially since Carter is now deeply entwined with Hope.

When Steffy presses Daphne for answers — whether Carter knows, if Hope has any idea — Daphne admits she’s kept it all hidden. She doesn’t want to destroy what Carter has now. She’s prepared to raise the baby alone, believing it’s the noble thing to do. But Steffy won’t let her make that sacrifice. Her instincts tell her that this is more than just about telling the truth — it’s about fighting for what’s right.

“You can’t do this alone,” Steffy tells her, her voice firm yet compassionate. “You owe your child the truth. And Carter deserves to know he’s going to be a father.” Steffy’s words hit Daphne hard. She’s always admired Steffy’s strength, and now that very strength is inspiring her to reconsider. Could she face Carter again? Could she risk everything by coming forward?

Steffy is fully aware that this truth could obliterate Carter and Hope’s relationship. But deep down, she also wonders if maybe that relationship wasn’t meant to last — especially if it’s built on a lie. Maybe Daphne and Carter deserve a real chance at love, even if it started in chaos.

As Daphne considers returning to Los Angeles to share her truth, Luna’s dark plan inches closer to becoming reality. From across the street, Luna watches Hayes playing in the front yard with his nanny. She whispers to herself, “Just a few minutes, that’s all I need.” Her calm demeanor is chilling, made even worse by the twisted satisfaction she seems to get from the thought of tearing Steffy’s life apart.

And what happens if Steffy catches her in the act? That’s the scariest part. Luna isn’t just planning a kidnapping — she’s capable of far worse. Her obsession has metastasized into something monstrous, something even Sheila has begun to fear. With Luna’s mental state deteriorating and her access to dangerous tools, it’s only a matter of time before she crosses a line that can’t be uncrossed.

Back in Paris, Daphne must decide whether she’s ready to return and face the consequences of the truth. Steffy urges her again, reminding her that love, no matter how complicated, is worth fighting for — and that a child deserves to be born into honesty, not secrets.

The emotional weight of the moment is overwhelming. Daphne stands at a crossroads. She could stay in Paris and raise the baby alone, sparing Carter and Hope the pain. Or she could step back into LA, into the fire, and fight for her child’s right to know their father — and maybe for a second chance at a love she didn’t expect.

As next week’s episodes unfold, viewers will be on the edge of their seats. Will Daphne make the leap and return to Los Angeles with her truth? Will Carter learn he’s going to be a father — and will that revelation tear his world apart? Will Hope stand by him, or will she feel too betrayed to forgive?

And while these emotional battles rage, Luna is closing in. One slip-up, one moment of vulnerability, and everything Steffy has could be ripped away. Will Steffy realize the threat in time? Or will her focus on helping Daphne distract her at the worst possible moment?

One woman returns with the weight of a secret child. Another woman lurks in the shadows, ready to destroy. And in the middle of it all stands Steffy — fighting for truth, for love, and for the safety of her son.

Buckle up — because the next chapter of The Bold and the Beautiful is about to get explosive.