In the latest episode of *The Bold and the Beautiful*, tensions reached a boiling point at a

celebratory

party that took an unexpected turn. Eric threw a grand celebration in honor of Brooke’s tremendous

success with her sleepwear project, a venture that brought significant benefits to Forrester Creations.

Brooke, who conceived the idea, executed the project, and even modeled the collection herself, was the star of the evening. Eric’s recognition of her hard work was well-deserved, and the event was attended by the entire Logan and Forrester families, along with the company’s key members.

Amidst the festive atmosphere, Hope and Finn were both present. Hope, as a member of the Logan family and an employee at Forrester Creations, was naturally invited, while Finn attended as Steffy’s husband. As the party progressed, Hope indulged in more drinks than she could handle, and her inhibitions began to slip. She found herself drawn to Finn, and the two engaged in a seemingly innocent and friendly conversation. Over time, Finn and Hope had grown closer, with Finn viewing her as nothing more than a friend. However, Hope’s feelings for Finn ran deeper, and she struggled to keep them in check.

The situation took a dramatic turn when Hope, under the influence of alcohol, impulsively kissed Finn. Finn, taken aback by the unexpected move, was momentarily frozen, unsure of how to respond. He knew that this was a line that should not be crossed, and he likely intended to push Hope away. Unfortunately, before he could react, Steffy walked in and witnessed the kiss. Shocked and enraged by what she saw, Steffy couldn’t believe that Hope would brazenly make a move on her husband, especially at a party full of people.

Without hesitation, Steffy rushed over, yanked Hope away from Finn, and delivered a stinging slap to her face. The sudden jolt brought Hope back to her senses, and she instantly regretted her actions. Hope had harbored feelings for Finn, but she would never have acted on them if she hadn’t been drunk. She tried to explain to Steffy that her behavior was a result of her inebriation and that she had no intention of coming between Steffy and Finn or wrecking their family. Hope’s regret was sincere, and she promised that it would never happen again.

However, Steffy was beyond reasoning. Furious and hurt, she decided to take drastic action by firing Hope from Forrester Creations. As the CEO, Steffy had the authority to make such a decision, but her reasons for doing so were questionable. Despite Hope’s mistake, she remained a valuable employee, and her dismissal seemed more a result of personal vendetta than professional necessity.

The big question now is whether Brooke will step in to protect her daughter. As the party was supposed to be a night of celebration, it ended in chaos, with relationships and careers hanging in the balance. The repercussions of Hope’s drunken mistake are far-reaching, and the power dynamics within Forrester Creations have shifted dramatically.

As the storyline unfolds, viewers are left wondering how this will affect the relationships between the Logans and the Forresters. Will Brooke be able to salvage Hope’s job, or has Steffy’s anger permanently severed the ties between them? The drama is far from over, and the fallout from this incident is sure to ripple through the lives of everyone involved. Stay tuned to see how this explosive situation plays out in the coming episodes.