>> Steffy: Ivy, I hope you didn't fly all the way
from Australia just for this meeting.
>> Ivy: Oh, no. I've been in the States
for a few months actually. >> Steffy: You've been here
since I ran into you at Il Giardino?
>> Ivy: Mm-hmm. >> Steffy: Wow. I'm surprised
I haven't seen you around town throwing yourself at Liam.
>> Ivy: Well, I've been in the States, not Los Angeles.
I've been spending as much time as I can with my niece.
>> Steffy: It's so nice to see you, Electra.
Gosh, I feel like the last time I saw you was, like,
what, you were in kindergarten? >> Electra: Yeah, I think that
was the last time you saw me. >> Ivy: Well, people tend
to grow up, as it turns out. All too fast.
>> Carter: Yeah, people grow. Companies do, too.
The good ones. The forward-thinking ones.
Ivy's designs can be the first step--
>> Steffy: I appreciate the pitch, Carter. I do.
And it's always nice to see other Forresters.
But rebooting the jewelry line? I don't think we can do it.
[Carter sighs] >> Woman: And when these
are done, put them up here. >> Hope: Thank you.
[clears throat] So, Will, how many times
have you gotten lost? >> Will: What, around Forrester?
>> Hope: Mm-hmm. I mean, it's kind of
an intern rite of passage. >> Will: All right, let's see.
The other day, I had to drop off some filings
for the advertising department, and I ended up
in the cutting room. >> Brooke: Three floors away?
>> Hope: And that's not even in the same building.
>> Brooke: Oh, you'll get the lay of the land pretty soon.
>> Will: I sure hope so. Hey, maybe tonight
my mom will draw me some kind of epic map of Forrester.
>> Hope: Ooh, that's a good idea.
>> Brooke: You know what? I bet she would do that.
It's really fun to see that big smile on her face.
She's so happy to have you around.
>> Hope: Yeah. I mean, the whole family is happy.
And, again, it is really nice to have a little bit
of Logan backup.
♪♪♪
>> Will: Well, I'm happy to back you up anytime, Hope.
Not that I'll actually be given much of a chance to do so.
I am just an intern. >> Hope: And you
are also Aunt Katie's son, which, just so you know,
means that Steffy will probably perceive you as a dreaded Logan,
which might put a target on your back
and mean that you will have to work twice as hard
to prove yourself. So the more you know.
>> Will: All right, then I will. Besides, Steffy can have
her preconceived notions. I'm not too concerned
about that. I'm pretty comfortable in my own skin.
I suppose I've had to be, given that Bill Spencer's my father.
[laughter] >> Brooke: I could only imagine.
But, Will, I think you should heed Hope's advice,
because she's right. Here at the company,
there are two sides-- Logans and Forresters.
♪♪♪ >> Carter: Look, I get
you two have your differences, whatever they are.
But, Steffy, I know how much you care about
about this company, making sure what your grandparents built
continues to succeed for years to come.
>> Ivy: Steffy, we need to do this for the family
and for the company. I mean, can't we just
give it a try at least? >> Carter: Ivy's designs
have been successful in the past. It's brought in
considerable profits. >> Steffy: That's when Quinn
was here. How are you gonna do this on your own?
>> Ivy: Well, I wouldn't be on my own.
Like I said, I would want Electra to assist me.
She's really very talented, Steffy.
>> Electra: I'd be happy to show you some of my work.
>> Ivy: We have a display set up downstairs actually,
in the salon. Why don't you just come
and have a look and see what we have?
>> Carter: Steffy, you have to stop thinking so small.
We need to grow this company. We need to expand and get
our brand out there. Ivy's designs can be
the first step in a very exciting,
very profitable future for Forrester.
♪♪♪
>> Will: Is Steffy really that intense?
>> Brooke: Well, not always. I mean, there's times
when she really does try to put this family rivalry behind her.
>> Hope: Except she never sticks to it.
I mean, it's just like a mood she gets in every now and then.
And just when I think we are all able to get along,
boom, she does a 180. Which is why I am prepared for--
for the potential of her cutting Hope for the Future.
>> Will: You--You really think she would do that?
>> Hope: I do. >> Will: That's--That's crazy.
I mean, even I know how popular and successful
Hope for the Future has been over the years.
>> Hope: "Has been." Something's changed.
[Will sighs] >> Brooke: All lines
have their ups and downs, and Steffy knows that.
And if she wants to cut Hope for the Future
just to stick it to you, she's not gonna be able
to justify it, honey. Hope for the Future
will get past this lull. I believe in you.
>> Will: I believe in you, too. >> Hope: Oh.
Well, thank you both. I will-- I will try to stay positive.
>> Brooke: Okay. And remember,
Carter also stood up for you. He defended your line.
>> Will: That has to be a good thing
when the COO is rooting for you. >> Brooke: So if you ever
have any doubts, just know that Carter is in your corner.
You got it made, honey. I mean, he really does
appreciate you, and he sees the value in you and your line.
>> Carter: Sounds like a no-brainer to me, Steffy,
and it should to you, too. >> Ivy: Steffy,
please reconsider. Don't let our past get in
the way of a business decision. >> Steffy: Electra, I--
I apologize. I really wanna see you,
but right now, I think Carter and I need
a moment alone with Ivy. >> Electra: Oh, sure.
I totally understand. I'll wait for you in reception?
>> Ivy: Mm-hmm. Oh, make sure you try
one of Pam's lemon bars. They're to die for.
>> Steffy: I didn't appreciate that.
Don't ever question my abilities as co-CEO.
>> Ivy: Steffy, that wasn't my intention--
>> Steffy: I never put my emotions
into business decisions. I find that insulting.
>> Carter: Steffy, Ivy's not here to insult you.
She's here to share her knowledge and skills to help
this company move forward. But you know what, though?
She has a right to question your reasoning. You may not
want to hear that, but... >> Steffy: So, what are you
saying, Carter? >> Carter: You're phenomenal
at what you do. Your business sense
is unparalleled. But even if you don't
realize it, you let your personal feelings
get in your way from time to time.
Brooke, Hope, and, what, now Ivy?
It's bad for business, Steffy. It's bad for Forrester.
You need to leave your personal feelings
out of it. >> Steffy: Carter,
I'm telling you, I am. My decision is final.
Now, if you don't mind, I have other things I gotta get to.
[door opens] ♪♪♪
[Steffy sighs]
>> Carter: I can't believe Steffy reacted that way.
I'm really sorry. >> Ivy: It's fine. It's fine,
Carter. Don't be-- Honestly, I'm not surprised.
You know, we've always had bad blood between us.
>> Electra: Well, I've never understood why.
I mean, you guys are cousins. Shouldn't you at least
try to get along? >> Ivy: Oh, that was us trying.
>> Electra: And all this 'cause of some guy?
>> Ivy: Mm-hmm. Liam Spencer.
We were both in love with him. >> Electra: But she's married
to somebody else now. >> Carter: Yes.
It's ancient history. Regardless, she's gotta let
that personal stuff go and focus on business.
>> Ivy: When it comes to me, Carter, I don't think
she'll be able to. >> Carter: Yeah? Well, I'm COO,
and I remain focused on growing this company,
and that growth involves the two of you.
So don't be discouraged. I'm not giving up.
>> Ivy: Thanks, Carter. I really appreciate
your support. Do you still want the tour
of the building? >> Electra: Yeah.
That'd be great. >> Ivy: Okay. Let's just do it.
And I guess we should clean up the display downstairs, right?
'Cause clearly Steffy is in no mood for that today.
>> Carter: No, but maybe someday soon.
But, seriously, hang in there. >> Ivy: Thanks, Carter.
We know you're doing your best.
Thank you. ♪♪♪
>> Brooke: Oh, good. I'm glad you're here.
I was thinking about Brooke's Bedroom
and how successful the relaunch has been.
And Ridge has been really busy sketching new designs.
And if he keeps this pace up, we're going to be ready for
a new collection pretty soon. So--
Uh, Steffy? >> Steffy: Hmm?
>> Brooke: You okay? >> Steffy: What? Oh, yeah.
Uh, yeah. >> Brooke: I've been talking
about Brooke's Bedroom and I didn't see you
roll your eyes once. So I can see you're distracted.
What's going on? >> Steffy: I don't really
wanna get into it. >> Brooke: Well,
I think you should. I'm on the executive team.
And if it pertains to Forrester, I should know.
I deserve to know. >> Steffy: Okay, fine. Yeah.
It's about Carter. >> Brooke: Carter?
>> Steffy: Yeah, I've always respected his business acumen.
I think he's an asset to this company.
He's a wonderful COO. And it's great that he's
like our financial wizard and a lawyer all tied in one.
But lately, he's just been a little off base
and sometimes flat-out wrong actually.
>> Brooke: Okay. Let me guess. You're upset that Carter
defended Hope and her line. [door opens]
>> Hope: Oh, us. Carter, what's wrong?
>> Carter: Steffy's hell-bent on keeping this company stagnant.
That's what's wrong. >> Hope: Okay.
All right. What happened? >> Carter: I went to her.
I pitched her an idea, something I know
would make Forrester grow. Reviving the jewelry line.
>> Hope: Yes. It was so successful.
But with Quinn and the way things ended--
>> Carter: With Ivy. >> Hope: Oh, my gosh,
it's brilliant. Yeah, she studied
under Quinn for years. She's an amazing designer
in her own right. Partnering with her
could bring huge profits. >> Carter: Easily.
But what did Steffy do? She vetoed the idea
before even giving it a glance. >> Hope: Seriously?
>> Carter: Yeah, because of her personal issues with Ivy.
>> Hope: Well, that's Steffy for you.
I mean, she holds on to grudges. She lets them get in the way.
>> Carter: It's gotta stop. It's gotta stop.
These personal, petty agendas have no place at Forrester.
No place at all. ♪♪♪
>> Electra: Oh! >> Will: I am so sorry.
I was not looking where I was going.
>> Electra: It's okay. I guess I wasn't either.
I think something rolled down over here.
A ring. Is it yours?
>> Electra: No. Uh, well, yes.
Um, kind of. Uh, my aunt designed it.
I'm hoping to work on a line with her here at Forrester.
>> Will: Cool. I'm--I'm--I'm Will.
>> Electra: Hi. >> Will: Hi.
>> Electra: I'm Electra. >> Will: It's nice to meet you.
>> Electra: It's nice to meet you, too.
>> Will: Um, I got this for you. >> Electra: Oh, uh, yeah. Um...
>> Will: Ring. Just...Okay. Right there, I'm sure.
♪♪♪ >> Steffy: I'll admit,
I wasn't thrilled about Carter's over-the-top defense
of Hope and her line. >> Brooke: He is passionate
about the company. I would hardly call
it over the top to argue for a line that he believes in.
>> Steffy: But that's not the only line he believes in,
Brooke. He wants to revamp
the jewelry line, with Ivy. I never thought I'd say
something like this, but I'm really starting
to question Carter's judgment as COO.
>> Carter: Steffy can't even take a moment to think
outside of the box. Am I the only one
in leadership here who actually has a vision,
who can see where this company could go?
>> Hope: Well, she ought to at least consider it.
Maybe if she spoke to Ivy and saw that time had passed.
>> Carter: They did speak. Ivy's here. She's in Los Angeles
and she wants to design for us again.
She brought samples of her work. She even brought an assistant
with her, her niece Electra. >> Hope: Oh, Electra Forrester.
>> Carter: Yeah. Yeah, and according to Ivy,
she's super talented, someone we should bring into the fold.
But Steffy, she--[exhales] she barely even listened.
>> Hope: You think this is because of the history
between Steffy and Ivy and fighting over Liam
all those years? >> Carter: Well, she insists
that's not the reason, but it's so obvious.
I'm certain her animosity towards Ivy is the reason
it's clouding her judgment. I mean, it's why she's
trying to cut your line. It has nothing
to do with business. It's about your rivalry.
That's what's fueling her threats.
>> Hope: Thank you. Finally, someone else sees it
besides my mom and my aunts. I mean, this is what
we're dealing with here. It's Logan versus Forrester.
I mean, it's a constant battleground.
>> Carter: And that battle needs to end.
We need to pull together as one, as a team, as the Forrester
Creations family. >> Hope: Are you talking about
more than just jewelry here? >> Carter: I am.
I haven't said this to anyone, but I've been studying, Hope.
I've been researching for--for years now.
>> Hope: All right, I'm intrigued.
What kind of research? >> Carter: Take this company
to the next level. And I'm talking about creating
a brand that's bigger than our wildest dreams.
Not just selling designs. >> Hope: But jewelry, too.
>> Carter: Even bigger. I'm talking about representing,
selling and owning a plethora of brands under a luxury umbrella.
And I do mean luxury. I'm talking the finest
of the finest. Fragrances. Spirits.
Leather goods. We take companies that are
undervalued, underappreciated, and we pull them into a more
dynamic, more forward-thinking house of Forrester.
>> Hope: Oh, my God. Yes. Yes.
And who better to lead the charge than you?
>> Carter: Well, it doesn't matter if Steffy blocks it.
She is a very capable CEO, no question.
But capable doesn't cut it if she's blinded
by her own personal feelings. I mean, shutting down Ivy,
threatening your line. This has to stop.
It has to stop today if we're gonna make Forrester
as big as I know it can be. >> Hope: Carter.
You need to run with this, With or without Steffy.
You need to call a meeting. You need to get Ridge
and Eric on board. You need to do
whatever it takes, because the passion
and the excitement in your voice, I can tell
that this is the mark you're going to leave on our company.
This is the mark you're going to leave on--
on the industry as a whole. This--
This is your legacy. I can see it. This future
that you are envisioning, Carter, it is right there.
You just need to take it. I believe in you.
♪♪♪