Ep 168. Wed, Aug 26, 2020

Brooke is devastated about Ridge's decision to end their marriage and decides to confront him about it. She tracks him down to the Forrester estate, where she finds him with Shauna, the woman she suspects of being the reason for their separation. Brooke demands to know what's going on and Ridge confesses that he and Shauna got married in Las Vegas. Brooke is shocked and hurt, feeling like her entire life has been turned upside down. Shauna tries to apologize, but Brooke isn't interested in hearing it. Meanwhile, Ridge struggles with his decision and confides in his father, Eric, about the situation. Eric advises Ridge to follow his heart and make the right choice.

Over at Forrester Creations, Thomas and Hope work on designing new dresses for the upcoming fashion show. Their interactions are tense as Thomas can't help but still have feelings for Hope, even though he knows she's with Liam. Hope, on the other hand, is focused on her work and trying to ignore Thomas's advances. Later, they present their designs to Steffy, who is impressed with their work. She also notices the tension between Thomas and Hope and decides to intervene. As a result, Thomas and Hope have a heart-to-heart conversation about their feelings and what it means for their working relationship.

Meanwhile, at Spencer Publications, Bill faces consequences for his past actions. Wyatt confronts Bill about his treatment of Katie and demands that he learn to love and respect her. Bill is taken aback by Wyatt's intensity but realizes that he needs to make amends with Katie. Later, Bill attempts to apologize to Katie for his past misdeeds and tells her that he wants to be a better man. Katie is cautiously optimistic but tells Bill that she needs time to process everything.

Back at the Forrester estate, Brooke contemplates her future and whether or not she can forgive Ridge. She goes to talk to him and Shauna once again and tells Ridge that she still loves him, but she can't be with someone who doesn't value their marriage. Ridge is torn, but ultimately decides to annul his marriage to Shauna and reconcile with Brooke. Shauna is upset but accepts Ridge's decision. Brooke and Ridge share a tender moment, both relieved to be back together.

As the day comes to a close, Steffy receives a text from a mysterious number and is left wondering who it could be. Wyatt tries to convince Bill to make amends with other people he's wronged in the past, but Bill is resistant to the idea. And Thomas reflects on his feelings for Hope, realizing that he needs to move on and focus on being a good co-worker to her.

Overall, this episode is full of emotional moments and tough decisions for the characters. Brooke and Ridge's marriage is tested, while Thomas and Hope's working relationship is put to the test. Meanwhile, Bill faces consequences for his past actions and Steffy receives a mysterious text. It's a dramatic episode that leaves viewers on the edge of their seats, wondering what will happen next.