1 00:00:01,969 --> 00:00:05,472 [mellow instrumentals] 2 00:00:05,539 --> 00:00:08,208 ♪ ♪ 3 00:00:08,275 --> 00:00:10,444 Three more designs to add to the pile. 4 00:00:10,511 --> 00:00:12,346 -Hope for the Future? -Yeah. 5 00:00:12,412 --> 00:00:13,914 Figure we need some more options, 6 00:00:13,981 --> 00:00:15,983 otherwise we might have to start calling the line 7 00:00:16,049 --> 00:00:17,784 Pray for the Future. 8 00:00:17,851 --> 00:00:19,586 Well, I really appreciate your time, 9 00:00:19,653 --> 00:00:22,189 and I know you don't like being pulled away from couture. 10 00:00:22,256 --> 00:00:23,924 Yeah, I don't mind being the janitor. 11 00:00:23,991 --> 00:00:26,193 I can clean up someone else's mess, 12 00:00:26,260 --> 00:00:29,363 especially if that means getting to work with my cousin. 13 00:00:29,429 --> 00:00:30,664 STEFFY: Oh. 14 00:00:30,731 --> 00:00:32,900 That's really sweet, Zende. 15 00:00:32,966 --> 00:00:36,503 Of course I like working with you, Steffy, but, uh, 16 00:00:36,570 --> 00:00:39,339 I was talking about someone else. 17 00:00:39,406 --> 00:00:41,608 I've got a surprise for you. 18 00:00:43,043 --> 00:00:44,077 Hey, sis. 19 00:00:44,144 --> 00:00:45,612 Thomas? 20 00:00:45,679 --> 00:00:47,147 -What? -Come here. 21 00:00:47,214 --> 00:00:49,116 Nobody told me that you were here! 22 00:00:49,182 --> 00:00:50,984 That's 'cause nobody knows. 23 00:00:51,051 --> 00:00:53,887 Except for this guy Zende and now you. 24 00:00:53,954 --> 00:00:55,656 You know, I like to show up without warning, 25 00:00:55,722 --> 00:00:56,990 keep 'em guessing. 26 00:00:57,057 --> 00:00:59,526 -What are you doing here? -[laughs] 27 00:00:59,593 --> 00:01:01,161 Or do I have to guess that too? 28 00:01:01,228 --> 00:01:02,729 THOMAS: Well, um, 29 00:01:02,796 --> 00:01:05,365 It's time, Stef. 30 00:01:05,432 --> 00:01:07,234 Time for what? 31 00:01:07,301 --> 00:01:10,504 It's time for me to contribute to Hope for the Future, again. 32 00:01:10,571 --> 00:01:12,339 So no honeymoon? 33 00:01:12,406 --> 00:01:14,308 Well, we'll have time for that later. 34 00:01:14,374 --> 00:01:16,510 Liam and I have been super, super busy. 35 00:01:16,577 --> 00:01:18,278 Well, I mean, if there's anything I can do 36 00:01:18,345 --> 00:01:20,013 to help at all, just let me know. 37 00:01:20,080 --> 00:01:23,650 Thank you, Deke, but you have already been a really big help. 38 00:01:23,717 --> 00:01:26,687 And I've been loving your ideas for Hope for the Future. 39 00:01:26,753 --> 00:01:29,289 -Yeah? -Yeah. 40 00:01:29,356 --> 00:01:31,124 Look, I know it's a bit disappointing 41 00:01:31,191 --> 00:01:34,895 that none of your designs have gone into production yet. 42 00:01:34,962 --> 00:01:37,965 A little, yeah, but I'm trying not to read too much into it. 43 00:01:38,031 --> 00:01:40,667 I know I was only hired on the trial period, so... 44 00:01:40,734 --> 00:01:42,302 Don't worry, kay? 45 00:01:42,369 --> 00:01:44,137 This is very typical for new hires, 46 00:01:44,204 --> 00:01:46,540 and you have got good ideas. 47 00:01:46,607 --> 00:01:48,575 I'm not just saying that because I'm your sister. 48 00:01:48,642 --> 00:01:50,477 Your work is good. 49 00:01:50,544 --> 00:01:53,680 I'm glad you think so, but the question is... 50 00:01:53,747 --> 00:01:55,616 does anyone else? 51 00:01:55,682 --> 00:01:58,919 I mean, I have to admit I'm getting a little nervous. 52 00:01:58,986 --> 00:02:01,488 Getting a job here's been a dream of mine, 53 00:02:01,555 --> 00:02:03,991 but I'm starting to wonder if it's still just a dream 54 00:02:04,057 --> 00:02:08,362 or if I actually have a future at Forrester Creations. 55 00:02:08,428 --> 00:02:10,731 Thank you, Linda. 56 00:02:10,797 --> 00:02:12,532 Yeah, I think all of 'em are gonna work, 57 00:02:12,599 --> 00:02:14,735 just number 10 maybe shouldn't be a silk. 58 00:02:14,801 --> 00:02:17,404 I'm, uh... 59 00:02:17,471 --> 00:02:19,673 And then I turned around, and my hair was on fire. 60 00:02:19,740 --> 00:02:21,642 It was crazy. 61 00:02:21,708 --> 00:02:23,543 Logan! 62 00:02:23,610 --> 00:02:26,513 -Hi. -Hi. [stammers, laughs] 63 00:02:26,580 --> 00:02:27,914 What? 64 00:02:27,981 --> 00:02:29,549 Did you see any of the gowns? 65 00:02:29,616 --> 00:02:31,518 'Cause I need to finish this line. 66 00:02:31,585 --> 00:02:34,121 Well, I am actually trying to focus. 67 00:02:34,187 --> 00:02:36,156 -Mm-hmm. -And it's just that... 68 00:02:36,223 --> 00:02:38,191 [exhales] 69 00:02:38,258 --> 00:02:40,160 I'm just worried about Katie. 70 00:02:40,227 --> 00:02:42,629 You should be worried about her. She's back with Spencer. 71 00:02:42,696 --> 00:02:44,831 It's bad news. 72 00:02:44,898 --> 00:02:47,100 God, can I do this? 73 00:02:47,167 --> 00:02:49,169 I mean, it's tempting. It's really tempting. 74 00:02:49,236 --> 00:02:52,372 Starting your own fashion house? I would hope so! 75 00:02:52,439 --> 00:02:54,007 I'd be good at it, too. 76 00:02:54,074 --> 00:02:55,542 I'd be damn good. 77 00:02:55,609 --> 00:02:57,778 You'd be amazing. You'll kill it! 78 00:02:57,844 --> 00:03:00,013 I mean, you've done it before. 79 00:03:00,080 --> 00:03:02,482 Think how much more experience you have now. 80 00:03:02,549 --> 00:03:04,818 -You're older... -Watch it. 81 00:03:04,885 --> 00:03:07,421 -Wiser. -Mm. 82 00:03:07,487 --> 00:03:09,256 Still, walking away from Forrester 83 00:03:09,322 --> 00:03:11,224 -after all these years... -Katie, come on, 84 00:03:11,291 --> 00:03:14,528 don't pretend like they've shown you any loyalty--they haven't! 85 00:03:14,594 --> 00:03:16,463 And you don't owe them any loyalty in return. 86 00:03:16,530 --> 00:03:20,367 Well, this is not just walking away from any old job. 87 00:03:21,468 --> 00:03:24,571 You'd be quitting to become their competition. 88 00:03:24,638 --> 00:03:26,540 And you know damn well that you will give them 89 00:03:26,606 --> 00:03:29,876 a run for their money, and they'll know it too. 90 00:03:29,943 --> 00:03:32,279 Come on, Katie. Do this! 91 00:03:32,345 --> 00:03:34,147 Set the fashion world on fire. 92 00:03:34,214 --> 00:03:36,016 Change it forever. 93 00:03:36,083 --> 00:03:38,652 I want this for you. 94 00:03:38,719 --> 00:03:40,787 And I think you want it too. 95 00:03:40,854 --> 00:03:45,892 [soft, dramatic music plays] 96 00:03:45,959 --> 00:03:54,434 ♪ ♪ 97 00:03:58,672 --> 00:04:01,074 I know that you have strong opinions about Bill. 98 00:04:01,141 --> 00:04:03,944 Opinions that I share with anyone that's ever met the guy. 99 00:04:04,010 --> 00:04:06,980 Well, I believe that he's good for her. 100 00:04:07,047 --> 00:04:10,584 Besides, who doesn't like to see a family reunited? 101 00:04:10,650 --> 00:04:13,186 And I know Will's older, but I'm sure that he's thrilled 102 00:04:13,253 --> 00:04:15,388 his parents are back together. 103 00:04:16,523 --> 00:04:19,259 I think Katie's right where she belongs. 104 00:04:20,327 --> 00:04:22,062 It's not a matter of whether I want to-- 105 00:04:22,129 --> 00:04:23,563 it's whether I should. 106 00:04:23,630 --> 00:04:25,665 -Hi, baby. -Hey. Should what? 107 00:04:25,732 --> 00:04:27,434 -Oh... -What's going on here? 108 00:04:27,501 --> 00:04:29,770 -You okay, Mom? -Yeah, yeah. 109 00:04:29,836 --> 00:04:31,705 More than okay, actually. 110 00:04:31,772 --> 00:04:34,274 Your father just offered me something, um... 111 00:04:34,341 --> 00:04:36,042 extraordinary. 112 00:04:36,109 --> 00:04:38,478 Okay. What is it? 113 00:04:38,545 --> 00:04:41,248 My very own fashion house. 114 00:04:47,454 --> 00:04:49,422 I get why you're concerned. 115 00:04:49,489 --> 00:04:52,559 But remember, you were hired for a reason-- 116 00:04:52,626 --> 00:04:53,860 because of your talent. 117 00:04:53,927 --> 00:04:56,463 Your portfolio stood out amongst all the rest. 118 00:04:56,530 --> 00:04:58,632 Everyone else here knows 119 00:04:58,698 --> 00:05:00,500 how talented you are. 120 00:05:00,567 --> 00:05:04,004 Okay. All right. I'll try not to worry about it. 121 00:05:04,070 --> 00:05:06,439 Of course, I'll worry a lot less when I finally see 122 00:05:06,506 --> 00:05:08,475 one of my designs up on the runway. 123 00:05:08,542 --> 00:05:10,944 And when that day comes, we will celebrate. 124 00:05:11,011 --> 00:05:14,548 But in the meantime, I need you to please... 125 00:05:14,614 --> 00:05:18,318 be patient, and don't lose faith. 126 00:05:18,385 --> 00:05:19,619 Okay. 127 00:05:19,686 --> 00:05:21,621 All right. 128 00:05:21,688 --> 00:05:23,490 Zende and I have been talking, 129 00:05:23,557 --> 00:05:25,725 and he's caught me up on everything. 130 00:05:25,792 --> 00:05:27,360 I told Thomas all about the portfolios that have 131 00:05:27,427 --> 00:05:30,063 been submitted, this search for another designer. 132 00:05:30,130 --> 00:05:32,098 Which is not necessary if I come back. 133 00:05:32,165 --> 00:05:34,234 And if Zende's willing to keep contributing. 134 00:05:34,301 --> 00:05:36,903 Hope for the Future will be covered by the two of us. 135 00:05:36,970 --> 00:05:41,775 [quiet music plays] 136 00:05:41,842 --> 00:05:44,377 ♪ ♪ 137 00:05:49,182 --> 00:05:51,751 That's you, huh? Always the optimist. 138 00:05:51,818 --> 00:05:53,486 Yes. So? 139 00:05:53,553 --> 00:05:56,022 Katie's back where she belongs? You kidding me? 140 00:05:56,089 --> 00:05:58,325 He's gonna disappoint her. 141 00:05:58,391 --> 00:05:59,826 That's Bill. That's what he does. 142 00:05:59,893 --> 00:06:02,028 It's gonna happen sooner or later. 143 00:06:02,095 --> 00:06:05,065 I just hate that she put herself in that position again. 144 00:06:05,131 --> 00:06:07,601 And the only good news is when it does happen, 145 00:06:07,667 --> 00:06:09,169 and it will happen, 146 00:06:09,236 --> 00:06:12,005 she has you, and she has her work here. 147 00:06:12,072 --> 00:06:14,908 Well, she's not exactly thrilled with us right now. 148 00:06:14,975 --> 00:06:16,676 You know what, this whole outside company thing? 149 00:06:16,743 --> 00:06:18,545 That was to help her, not to push her out. 150 00:06:18,612 --> 00:06:21,147 I understand. But I can see why 151 00:06:21,214 --> 00:06:24,251 it would have ruffled her feathers a little bit. 152 00:06:24,317 --> 00:06:26,686 So you know what I think we should do? 153 00:06:26,753 --> 00:06:28,555 We should compliment her. 154 00:06:28,622 --> 00:06:31,591 We should reassure her in the next couple of days. 155 00:06:31,658 --> 00:06:33,460 -Okay? -Sure. 156 00:06:33,526 --> 00:06:35,395 It's important that she knows she's valued 157 00:06:35,462 --> 00:06:37,931 and respected here at Forrester. 158 00:06:39,032 --> 00:06:41,101 So that's the decision-- 159 00:06:41,167 --> 00:06:44,137 whether to take your father up on his offer or not. 160 00:06:44,204 --> 00:06:47,307 To run your own fashion company? 161 00:06:47,374 --> 00:06:49,743 Talk about grand, romantic gestures. 162 00:06:49,809 --> 00:06:52,445 In fact, I don't think anybody's gonna be topping 163 00:06:52,512 --> 00:06:55,282 "creating a fashion company for your bride." 164 00:06:55,348 --> 00:06:58,885 Only because I believe in her and what she can accomplish. 165 00:06:58,952 --> 00:07:01,554 Which means so much to me that you would... 166 00:07:01,621 --> 00:07:03,356 believe in me that much. 167 00:07:03,423 --> 00:07:06,693 I mean, it's a huge financial risk too. 168 00:07:06,760 --> 00:07:09,763 Not really. I mean, I don't care if it's a fashion house 169 00:07:09,829 --> 00:07:11,264 or a snow cone stand-- 170 00:07:11,331 --> 00:07:12,966 whatever it is, you'll be successful. 171 00:07:13,033 --> 00:07:16,102 Well, I do have some ideas about healthier syrups--just sayin'. 172 00:07:16,169 --> 00:07:19,039 Okay, well, let's start with the fashion company. 173 00:07:19,105 --> 00:07:21,007 If you wanna transition to snow cones, 174 00:07:21,074 --> 00:07:23,343 we'll take a look at it. 175 00:07:23,410 --> 00:07:24,878 You know, if I do this, 176 00:07:24,945 --> 00:07:27,814 I will be putting everything I am into this company, 177 00:07:27,881 --> 00:07:31,284 into making it a success and making you... 178 00:07:31,351 --> 00:07:32,786 proud. 179 00:07:32,852 --> 00:07:35,155 I already am. 180 00:07:35,221 --> 00:07:36,756 So what's it gonna be, Mom? 181 00:07:36,823 --> 00:07:38,725 Are you gonna take Dad up on his offer? 182 00:07:38,792 --> 00:07:40,493 Gonna leave Forrester Creations 183 00:07:40,560 --> 00:07:42,629 and start your own fashion company? 184 00:07:50,103 --> 00:07:52,739 You know, I'll just try to be patient. 185 00:07:52,806 --> 00:07:55,041 I'm just super stoked, you know? 186 00:07:55,108 --> 00:07:57,944 I mean, it feels like I've been waiting my entire life for this, 187 00:07:58,011 --> 00:08:00,413 and now that I finally have my foot in the door... 188 00:08:00,480 --> 00:08:02,882 You would like to try for the whole leg? 189 00:08:02,949 --> 00:08:05,285 [laughs] Exactly. 190 00:08:05,352 --> 00:08:08,521 Look, just trust the process, okay? 191 00:08:09,956 --> 00:08:11,658 You're here because you're talented. 192 00:08:11,725 --> 00:08:13,827 You got this on your own merit. 193 00:08:13,893 --> 00:08:15,729 I mean, that's something that I'm proud of. 194 00:08:15,795 --> 00:08:17,497 Even though Dad wanted me to play 195 00:08:17,564 --> 00:08:18,932 the "I'm Hope's brother" card. 196 00:08:18,999 --> 00:08:21,368 Oh, my gosh, it's just so silly. 197 00:08:21,434 --> 00:08:24,504 You didn't come here because of your connection to me. 198 00:08:24,571 --> 00:08:26,873 We asked for anonymous portfolio submissions, 199 00:08:26,940 --> 00:08:28,541 and your work stood out, 200 00:08:28,608 --> 00:08:30,744 which is far more impressive, by the way, 201 00:08:30,810 --> 00:08:33,346 than if you were only to be hired because of me. 202 00:08:33,413 --> 00:08:35,782 Well, I mean, that's something I wanna continue, too. 203 00:08:35,849 --> 00:08:39,252 Like, don't let my eagerness to get my designs into production 204 00:08:39,319 --> 00:08:42,989 influence any of your decisions when it comes to your line. 205 00:08:43,056 --> 00:08:44,524 Seriously, like, 206 00:08:44,591 --> 00:08:47,160 if you go with one of my designs, great. 207 00:08:47,227 --> 00:08:49,362 I'll be thrilled, but... 208 00:08:49,429 --> 00:08:52,265 I don't want any special treatment. 209 00:08:54,000 --> 00:08:55,602 Understood. 210 00:08:55,668 --> 00:08:58,671 But it's not "if." It's "when." 211 00:08:59,672 --> 00:09:00,907 I hope so, Hope. 212 00:09:00,974 --> 00:09:04,344 I've been given a real shot at proving myself to you 213 00:09:04,411 --> 00:09:06,813 and to everyone else, and... 214 00:09:06,880 --> 00:09:09,582 I just wanna be the right designer for your line. 215 00:09:10,583 --> 00:09:12,285 I like your plan. I love your plan. 216 00:09:12,352 --> 00:09:14,487 But we already hired someone new for the line. 217 00:09:14,554 --> 00:09:17,223 But temporarily, on a trial basis. 218 00:09:17,290 --> 00:09:20,260 Um, you guys are talking about Hope's half-brother? 219 00:09:20,326 --> 00:09:22,262 Yeah, Deke. He's pretty good. 220 00:09:22,328 --> 00:09:24,764 -He's good, but he's raw. -Yeah, he is green. 221 00:09:24,831 --> 00:09:27,333 No offense. Uh, we don't need him. 222 00:09:27,400 --> 00:09:29,235 With you back on the line, definitely not. 223 00:09:29,302 --> 00:09:32,205 No. Zende and I together can handle Hope for the Future. 224 00:09:32,272 --> 00:09:34,908 Come on, Stef. You have to agree, right? 225 00:09:34,974 --> 00:09:40,046 [soft, dramatic music plays] 226 00:09:46,352 --> 00:09:47,887 Am I leaving Forrester? 227 00:09:47,954 --> 00:09:49,656 I don't know. I haven't decided yet. 228 00:09:49,722 --> 00:09:52,926 Well, you have decided that they don't respect you. 229 00:09:52,992 --> 00:09:55,061 Brooke respects me. At least, she tends to. 230 00:09:55,128 --> 00:09:58,064 Okay, Brooke only has so much say, Katie. 231 00:09:58,131 --> 00:10:00,633 It's Ridge and Steffy in charge. 232 00:10:00,700 --> 00:10:02,368 Whereas you could be in charge, 233 00:10:02,435 --> 00:10:04,137 the one calling all of the shots. 234 00:10:04,204 --> 00:10:06,606 But that's only if you decide to take Dad up on his offer. 235 00:10:06,673 --> 00:10:08,308 Okay, you work at Forrester too. 236 00:10:08,374 --> 00:10:09,843 I mean, I don't wanna do anything 237 00:10:09,909 --> 00:10:11,611 that's gonna affect your future there. 238 00:10:11,678 --> 00:10:13,246 I'm not worried about any backlash. 239 00:10:13,313 --> 00:10:15,782 But this is your career. I mean... 240 00:10:15,849 --> 00:10:19,285 does that affect the way you feel about my decision? 241 00:10:19,352 --> 00:10:21,354 Look, I like it at Forrester. 242 00:10:21,421 --> 00:10:23,690 I get to see Electra every single day. 243 00:10:23,756 --> 00:10:26,092 -See? -So that's very cool. 244 00:10:26,159 --> 00:10:29,028 And it's a good fit--for now. 245 00:10:29,095 --> 00:10:30,964 But, Mom, I never want you feeling like 246 00:10:31,030 --> 00:10:33,800 you're being held back, especially by me. 247 00:10:33,867 --> 00:10:35,869 And if it's backlash that you're worried about, 248 00:10:35,935 --> 00:10:39,439 to that I would say, oh, no, Ridge fires me, 249 00:10:39,506 --> 00:10:43,109 and then I have to come work at Spencer Publications, 250 00:10:43,176 --> 00:10:46,012 a trillion dollar company. So there are worst things. 251 00:10:46,079 --> 00:10:48,681 But none of that matters, okay? 252 00:10:48,748 --> 00:10:50,984 'Cause if this is something that you are passionate about, 253 00:10:51,050 --> 00:10:52,919 then I completely agree with Dad 254 00:10:52,986 --> 00:10:55,455 and I say go for it. 255 00:11:01,761 --> 00:11:04,664 Uh, I hope it doesn't sound like I'm complaining. 256 00:11:04,731 --> 00:11:06,432 What? No. 257 00:11:06,499 --> 00:11:09,502 -No. Not at all. -Okay. Good, uh, 258 00:11:09,569 --> 00:11:11,704 'cause I wouldn't want you thinking I'm ungrateful. 259 00:11:11,771 --> 00:11:14,741 Like, I know how lucky I am to be here, to... 260 00:11:14,807 --> 00:11:16,809 have this kind of opportunity. 261 00:11:19,279 --> 00:11:22,315 And you want to make the most out of it. 262 00:11:22,382 --> 00:11:25,618 You want to see the ideas that you put down on paper 263 00:11:25,685 --> 00:11:27,453 come to life. 264 00:11:27,520 --> 00:11:29,556 -Yeah. -Believe me, I get it. 265 00:11:30,657 --> 00:11:33,359 I-I realize I'm fresh out of design school 266 00:11:33,426 --> 00:11:35,929 and I don't have anywhere near the experience 267 00:11:35,995 --> 00:11:37,564 of someone like Zende, 268 00:11:37,630 --> 00:11:41,434 so it makes sense that his ideas get picked over mine. 269 00:11:41,501 --> 00:11:42,902 For now at least. 270 00:11:42,969 --> 00:11:45,772 I adore Zende, and he is an incredibly, 271 00:11:45,838 --> 00:11:47,740 incredibly talented designer 272 00:11:47,807 --> 00:11:50,743 and there's a lot you can learn from him, but... 273 00:11:50,810 --> 00:11:53,146 his name is also Forrester, 274 00:11:53,213 --> 00:11:56,482 which does tend to give people an edge around here. 275 00:11:56,549 --> 00:11:58,351 Understandably. 276 00:11:58,418 --> 00:12:01,955 Yes. It is Forrester Creations, after all. 277 00:12:02,021 --> 00:12:05,358 But there is room, you know, for us Logans and Sharpes 278 00:12:05,425 --> 00:12:08,261 you know, as long as you make enough space for yourself 279 00:12:08,328 --> 00:12:11,731 at the table, so just keep working hard. 280 00:12:11,798 --> 00:12:14,234 Keep submitting your designs, 281 00:12:14,300 --> 00:12:16,736 and you'll get there in time. 282 00:12:16,803 --> 00:12:18,204 And... 283 00:12:18,271 --> 00:12:21,507 at the end of the day, Hope for the Future is my line, 284 00:12:21,574 --> 00:12:23,509 so while I mean it when I say 285 00:12:23,576 --> 00:12:25,411 that even though you are my brother, 286 00:12:25,478 --> 00:12:27,981 there will be no preferential treatment-- 287 00:12:28,047 --> 00:12:30,516 and I mean it, there won't... 288 00:12:32,518 --> 00:12:34,220 You're still my brother, 289 00:12:34,287 --> 00:12:36,422 and I'm going to look out for you. 290 00:12:39,158 --> 00:12:41,294 Oh, are you kidding me right now? 291 00:12:41,361 --> 00:12:43,129 -Come on! -Thomas likes to show up 292 00:12:43,196 --> 00:12:44,831 -without warning. -I thought you were 293 00:12:44,897 --> 00:12:47,033 playing a trick on me with that text--this is great! 294 00:12:47,100 --> 00:12:49,035 No, no. Your prodigal son is back. 295 00:12:49,102 --> 00:12:50,503 Uh-huh. 296 00:12:50,570 --> 00:12:52,872 And with a purpose, maybe? 297 00:12:52,939 --> 00:12:54,907 Oh, great. You texted him that too. 298 00:12:54,974 --> 00:12:57,143 Well, he is my co-CEO. 299 00:12:57,210 --> 00:12:59,646 Uh, yes. Yes, I am back with a purpose. 300 00:12:59,712 --> 00:13:01,547 I'm ready to design again. 301 00:13:01,614 --> 00:13:03,616 RIDGE: You are designing. In Paris. 302 00:13:03,683 --> 00:13:05,151 No. No, not really. 303 00:13:05,218 --> 00:13:06,586 I mean, look, yes, I'm designing, 304 00:13:06,653 --> 00:13:08,288 but I'm not designing specifically, 305 00:13:08,354 --> 00:13:10,723 not for any particular line, and that's what I wanna do. 306 00:13:10,790 --> 00:13:12,759 I wanna work for Hope for the Future. 307 00:13:12,825 --> 00:13:15,495 -Along with Zende. -Thomas and I are a great team. 308 00:13:15,561 --> 00:13:18,298 -We complement each other. -You do. 309 00:13:18,364 --> 00:13:20,900 And I realize that right now you have, uh, 310 00:13:20,967 --> 00:13:24,037 a trial designer in place, right? 311 00:13:24,103 --> 00:13:26,839 But I don't think you need that, not anymore. 312 00:13:26,906 --> 00:13:29,208 Deke is good. He's not great. 313 00:13:29,275 --> 00:13:32,211 Well, we need great. Right? 314 00:13:32,278 --> 00:13:35,682 I mean, look, now that Granddad has already stepped down, 315 00:13:35,748 --> 00:13:37,950 people need reassurance 316 00:13:38,017 --> 00:13:39,652 that Forrester is still... 317 00:13:39,719 --> 00:13:41,220 Forrester, right? 318 00:13:41,287 --> 00:13:45,158 And what better way to do that than with me, along with Zende? 319 00:13:45,224 --> 00:13:47,894 Come on, Dad. You know I'm right. 320 00:13:47,960 --> 00:13:51,130 Your search for another designer--that's over. 321 00:13:56,102 --> 00:13:59,405 [quiet music plays] 322 00:14:05,178 --> 00:14:07,313 That's where I need to be. 323 00:14:09,148 --> 00:14:12,418 Debuting the return of Hope for the Future. 324 00:14:12,485 --> 00:14:13,986 I mean, come on. 325 00:14:14,053 --> 00:14:16,356 Tell me it isn't good for business, right? 326 00:14:16,422 --> 00:14:18,925 Thomas Forrester's triumphant return. 327 00:14:20,326 --> 00:14:22,995 Or you can go with Deke, right? The pizza maker's son. 328 00:14:23,062 --> 00:14:24,797 -[Zende laughs] -That'll give you headlines too. 329 00:14:24,864 --> 00:14:26,332 Not the headlines you want, but headlines. 330 00:14:26,399 --> 00:14:27,934 No. No need to be rude. 331 00:14:28,000 --> 00:14:29,335 -I'm not being rude. -RIDGE: Well-- 332 00:14:29,402 --> 00:14:31,137 I'm being honest. Look, he's a Sharpe, right? 333 00:14:31,204 --> 00:14:32,839 He's Deacon's son. 334 00:14:32,905 --> 00:14:35,074 This is a Forrester family business. 335 00:14:35,141 --> 00:14:38,678 And what better than to have two Forresters running it? 336 00:14:38,745 --> 00:14:40,680 -Eric Forrester's grandsons. -Both of us. 337 00:14:40,747 --> 00:14:42,648 -Third generation designers. -That's right. 338 00:14:42,715 --> 00:14:45,184 How do you think Hope's gonna react to this? 339 00:14:45,251 --> 00:14:46,519 I'll handle Hope. 340 00:14:46,586 --> 00:14:49,422 Uh, you think that's wise, Stef? 341 00:14:49,489 --> 00:14:50,623 Yeah, Hope and I are at a good place. 342 00:14:50,690 --> 00:14:52,358 I'll get her on board. Not like we need to. 343 00:14:52,425 --> 00:14:53,960 If this is something Dad and I want, 344 00:14:54,026 --> 00:14:55,962 -then we would do it, right? -Is this something we want? 345 00:14:56,028 --> 00:14:57,497 -I think it is. -Uh-huh. 346 00:14:57,563 --> 00:14:59,766 -I'm gonna go talk to Hope. -THOMAS: All right. 347 00:14:59,832 --> 00:15:01,467 I'm gonna go backstage. I'll let you guys chat it out. 348 00:15:01,534 --> 00:15:02,568 Okay. 349 00:15:05,371 --> 00:15:07,640 -Thanks, Dad. -Let me ask you something. 350 00:15:07,707 --> 00:15:09,976 -Yeah. -What about Paris? 351 00:15:10,042 --> 00:15:11,878 I mean, you love it there, and Douglas, 352 00:15:11,944 --> 00:15:14,447 he's--he's just... having a great time. 353 00:15:14,514 --> 00:15:16,616 Why would you destroy that for him? 354 00:15:16,682 --> 00:15:18,017 I'm not gonna destroy that. 355 00:15:18,084 --> 00:15:19,552 He's still gonna be having a great time. 356 00:15:19,619 --> 00:15:21,621 He's still gonna excel there. I mean, we-- 357 00:15:21,687 --> 00:15:23,990 Douglas and I will still have our life in Paris, 358 00:15:24,056 --> 00:15:26,392 and I will pop into Los Angeles when I need to. 359 00:15:26,459 --> 00:15:28,394 Look, I mean, I'm doing this with Zende, 360 00:15:28,461 --> 00:15:30,496 and he'll be here all the time. 361 00:15:30,563 --> 00:15:33,766 I mean, come on. We are the future of Hope for the Future. 362 00:15:35,101 --> 00:15:37,937 Do you think that's what Hope feels as well? 363 00:15:42,308 --> 00:15:45,311 Hey, I got your text. You wanted to see me? 364 00:15:45,378 --> 00:15:47,046 Yes. Close the door. 365 00:15:51,784 --> 00:15:54,720 So, uh, what's this about? 366 00:15:54,787 --> 00:15:58,024 -It is about your line. -That's actually perfect. 367 00:15:58,090 --> 00:16:00,827 I wanted to talk to you about the relaunch. 368 00:16:00,893 --> 00:16:03,863 Uh, Zende continues to do amazing work. 369 00:16:03,930 --> 00:16:05,665 Yeah. He's extremely talented. 370 00:16:05,731 --> 00:16:07,733 Absolutely. Um... 371 00:16:07,800 --> 00:16:10,369 which brings me to my next point. 372 00:16:10,436 --> 00:16:13,706 I know that we have been looking for additional help 373 00:16:13,773 --> 00:16:16,042 for the line, um, 374 00:16:16,108 --> 00:16:19,545 and while Deke has a temporary position here, 375 00:16:19,612 --> 00:16:22,482 his portfolio was the most intriguing 376 00:16:22,548 --> 00:16:24,717 and while he may be a little green, 377 00:16:24,784 --> 00:16:26,686 I do think that with time 378 00:16:26,752 --> 00:16:29,722 he is going to become a brilliant designer. 379 00:16:29,789 --> 00:16:32,158 I think you're right. I think he does have a bright future, 380 00:16:32,225 --> 00:16:35,862 but we need to focus on today. We need to focus on right now. 381 00:16:35,928 --> 00:16:39,131 Okay, so what are you talking about? 382 00:16:41,901 --> 00:16:43,836 Thomas is in the building. 383 00:16:43,903 --> 00:16:45,738 He wants to return to Hope for the Future, 384 00:16:45,805 --> 00:16:47,740 work with Zende as your lead designer. 385 00:16:47,807 --> 00:16:49,942 And I talked to my father. We both agree. 386 00:16:50,009 --> 00:16:53,479 I think it's the best thing moving forward with your line. 387 00:16:53,546 --> 00:16:55,681 Um... 388 00:16:55,748 --> 00:16:58,351 w-what about Deke? 389 00:16:58,417 --> 00:17:01,487 I think Deke is--is talented. I think he has promise. 390 00:17:01,554 --> 00:17:03,523 But like I said, 391 00:17:03,589 --> 00:17:06,292 he does have a bright future. 392 00:17:06,359 --> 00:17:08,828 Just not here at Forrester Creations. 393 00:17:12,598 --> 00:17:14,433 You really think I should do this? 394 00:17:14,500 --> 00:17:17,703 Yes! I believe in you just as much as Dad does. 395 00:17:17,770 --> 00:17:19,539 -You gotta go for it. -Listen to your son. 396 00:17:19,605 --> 00:17:21,507 He knows what he's talking about. 397 00:17:21,574 --> 00:17:24,610 And I'll be with you every step of the way. 398 00:17:24,677 --> 00:17:26,312 I gotta admit, it's a little scary 399 00:17:26,379 --> 00:17:27,947 walking away from Forrester. 400 00:17:28,014 --> 00:17:29,782 A-and my sisters. 401 00:17:29,849 --> 00:17:32,118 I mean, Brooke and Donna have always been my support system. 402 00:17:32,184 --> 00:17:34,654 And they still will be, 100 percent, 403 00:17:34,720 --> 00:17:36,522 because that Logan bond is stronger 404 00:17:36,589 --> 00:17:39,425 than where you happen to work. 405 00:17:39,492 --> 00:17:41,360 You're right. 406 00:17:41,427 --> 00:17:43,796 You're right. Of course you are! 407 00:17:43,863 --> 00:17:45,865 They're gonna be proud of me too. 408 00:17:45,932 --> 00:17:48,034 They're gonna be proud that I'm finally 409 00:17:48,100 --> 00:17:50,870 stepping into a role that I was always meant to do. 410 00:17:52,405 --> 00:17:54,173 Thank you. 411 00:17:54,240 --> 00:17:56,409 Thank you for believing in me. 412 00:17:57,476 --> 00:17:59,512 I'm gonna seize this opportunity. 413 00:18:00,680 --> 00:18:02,848 I'm gonna do it. 414 00:18:02,915 --> 00:18:04,350 I'm gonna do it! 415 00:18:04,417 --> 00:18:05,751 Yes! 416 00:18:05,818 --> 00:18:07,153 -Let's go! -[laughing] Yes. 417 00:18:07,219 --> 00:18:08,421 Group hug, group hug, 418 00:18:08,487 --> 00:18:10,389 -group hug, group hug! -Oh, my gosh, oh, my gosh. 419 00:18:16,529 --> 00:18:19,999 [stirring music plays] 420 00:18:20,066 --> 00:18:24,403 ♪ ♪ 421 00:18:29,575 --> 00:18:32,612 Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc.