Everything was finally falling into place for Carter Walton. His engagement to Hope Logan brought a sense of peace and purpose he hadn’t felt in years. Their connection seemed unshakable — laughter-filled evenings, quiet mornings, and even tentative talks of starting a family of their own. Hope’s engagement ring glistened at Forrester Creations, and Carter carried himself with the quiet confidence of a man who finally believed he’d found “the one.”

But just as he began envisioning a life built with Hope, an unexpected phone call delivered a devastating blow that threatens to unravel it all.

Spoilers reveal that Carter receives a shocking call from Daphne — a name from his past he never expected to hear again, especially not with this kind of news. Her tone is unnervingly calm, but her words land like an earthquake: “I didn’t know how to tell you this… but I’m pregnant.”

Time stands still. Carter’s heart sinks. The night they shared felt like it belonged to a different life — a fleeting moment of pain and confusion when Carter believed Hope had chosen Liam for good. It was a night filled with regrets, a secret they both agreed would stay buried forever. But now, that one night has turned into something permanent — a child.

Spoilers indicate Carter is completely shaken. At first, he tries to keep it together, masking his inner panic from Hope. He brushes off her concerns, claiming it’s “just work stress,” even as his hands tremble and his demeanor becomes increasingly distant. But guilt has a way of creeping in, and Carter can feel it tightening around him. He knows he can’t hide the truth for long — especially since Daphne isn’t planning to stay in the shadows.

Daphne is returning to Los Angeles, and she’s making it clear that she won’t be ignored. She’s not simply dropping the news and walking away — she’s determined to be a part of Carter’s life, and that includes making herself known to Hope. Spoilers suggest Daphne is ready to stake her claim and doesn’t care how much damage it causes.

The burden grows too heavy for Carter to carry alone, and he finally opens up to Ridge Forrester. “It only happened once,” Carter confesses. “I thought Hope was gone… I didn’t think I’d ever get her back.” Ridge is stern in his response: “You have to tell her — before Daphne does.”

But Carter may already be out of time.

According to spoilers, Hope stumbles upon a conversation Carter is having with Daphne. She hears enough to realize something is terribly wrong. Her voice, cool and steady, cuts through the tension: “Who’s pregnant?” Carter turns, his face pale. He doesn’t try to hide it. “Daphne… She’s carrying my child.”

Silence hangs heavy between them.

Hope doesn’t yell. She doesn’t storm out. Instead, her reaction is quiet — more painful than rage. Her eyes glisten with held-back tears as she whispers, “Why didn’t you tell me sooner?” Her expression speaks volumes. This isn’t just about betrayal — it’s about the future she thought they were building together, suddenly shaken to its core.

Carter tries to explain, telling her he was afraid of losing her. That he never thought Daphne’s pregnancy would become reality. But Hope, stunned and heartbroken, walks away. She needs time. For someone who had just begun to trust in love again, the idea of raising another woman’s child is a lot to process.

Meanwhile, Daphne arrives in Los Angeles, more confident than ever. “Let’s see how strong your precious engagement really is,” she says to herself with a smirk. Spoilers tease that Daphne isn’t just here for Carter — she’s here to test the very foundation of his relationship with Hope.

Now, everything hangs in the balance. Carter must decide how to navigate the wreckage. Will he fight for Hope’s forgiveness? Can Hope find it in her heart to move forward with a man carrying such a complicated past? And what role will Daphne play in all of this — is she here to co-parent peacefully, or does she have a more disruptive agenda?

The Bold and the Beautiful is no stranger to shocking twists, but this one could reshape everything. Love, loyalty, and second chances are all on the line. As one phone call changes the course of Carter’s life forever, fans are left to wonder: is this just a painful detour… or the beginning of the end?

Stay tuned — because in Los Angeles, secrets never stay buried for long. 📞🍼💔