Tensions explode in Los Angeles as Carter and Ridge confront Steffy and Taylor for their relentless attacks on Brooke. According to the latest Bold and the Beautiful spoilers for Monday, February 17, Carter Walton and Ridge Forrester engage in a heated showdown while Steffy Forrester and Taylor Hayes continue their verbal assault against Brooke Logan, questioning her true intentions.
Carter finds himself at a crossroads, grappling with the weight of his recent actions. When Ridge arrives at Forrester Creations, he immediately notices Carter in distress and sarcastically comments, “Heavy is the head that wears the crown.” Carter, having just confessed to Hope Logan that he feels like a traitor, is emotionally shattered. His relationship with Hope is now hanging by a thread, and Ridge’s sharp words only add fuel to the fire.
As Carter digs in his heels, he stands his ground against Ridge, determined to protect his integrity. Their discussion inevitably shifts to Brooke’s attempts to reshape Carter’s perspective and reclaim control over Forrester Creations. Meanwhile, Steffy and Taylor remain convinced that Brooke has a hidden agenda—a romantic reunion with Ridge.
Taylor assures Steffy that she trusts Ridge and believes in their future together. However, Steffy remains skeptical, fearing that Brooke will use every trick in the book to win Ridge back. Despite her happiness over her parents’ reconciliation, she warns Taylor to stay vigilant. Steffy knows Brooke too well and anticipates a strategic move that could change everything.
Meanwhile, Hope storms out, overwhelmed by the chaos. She had hoped for unity, but the battle lines have been drawn. Carter, now caught between his loyalty to the Forrester family and his own conscience, is left bleeding—both metaphorically and literally. Ridge walks in just as Carter crushes a piece of jewelry in his fist, leaving his hand wounded. “Heavy is the crown,” Ridge repeats, watching his friend struggle under the immense pressure.
Over at Forrester Creations, Steffy and Taylor continue their discussion about Brooke. Taylor believes that Brooke’s departure from the office was just a temporary retreat, not a surrender. She and Steffy analyze Brooke’s every move, suspecting that her ultimate goal is not just professional dominance but personal victory over Taylor. 
Elsewhere, John “Finn” Finnegan is caught in his own turmoil. He debates whether to reveal the truth about Luna Nozawa to Steffy. Finn is tormented by the knowledge that both his biological mother and his child attempted to harm Steffy. As he prepares to break the news, he hesitates, knowing that the fallout could be catastrophic.
Back at Forrester Creations, Carter is visibly shaken. He longs to make amends, but the damage is done. The absence of the Forrester family from their own company weighs heavily on him. He offers Hope an expensive piece of jewelry as a gesture of reconciliation, but she refuses, overwhelmed by the situation. As she runs out in tears, Carter clenches his fist, crushing the gemstone. Ridge enters at that moment, witnessing Carter’s pain and frustration.
Meanwhile, the excitement surrounding Forrester Creations’ latest jewelry line launch is overshadowed by the ongoing drama. Ivy and Electra Forrester receive praise for their work, with Zen Forrester commending their contributions. However, not everyone shares their enthusiasm. Steffy remains unimpressed, still harboring resentment toward Ivy, Hope, and now Carter. Her true feelings remain a mystery, but one thing is certain—she won’t tolerate anyone standing in her way.
As emotions run high, the stage is set for even more explosive confrontations. Will Brooke reclaim her power? Can Carter and Ridge mend their fractured friendship? And will Steffy and Taylor’s suspicions about Brooke prove true? Stay tuned for more drama, deception, and unexpected twists on The Bold and the Beautiful!
