Eric Forrester, ever protective of his son Ridge, has been growing increasingly frustrated as he watches Ridge stay loyal to Taylor Hayes, despite the persistent reminders of his past love with Brooke Logan. Determined to break this bond, Eric takes a drastic step to intervene.

Eric tells Ridge in a private conversation that he has learned of a shocking secret: Taylor has been seen in an intimate moment with another man, someone completely outside their circle, someone Ridge would never expect. This accusation blindsides Ridge, especially since Taylor has always been the one to stand by him. Ridge demands proof, but Eric leaves him with lingering doubts, urging him to look at the “signs” of Taylor’s recent behavior.

Ridge, trying to shake off his father’s claims, is soon faced with the reality of his own insecurity. When he confronts Taylor about it, she is visibly hurt and insists there is nothing to hide, reaffirming her loyalty. However, the damage is done—Ridge can’t fully erase the doubts planted by Eric’s words.

Meanwhile, Brooke, ever perceptive, notices the shift in Ridge’s behavior and is ready to step in. She senses his emotional distance from Taylor and prepares to remind him of the love that never truly faded between them. But the question remains: is Eric’s accusation valid, or is it just another attempt to manipulate Ridge’s heart for his own purposes?

With Ridge torn between his love for Taylor and the pull of his past with Brooke, the fragile peace within the Forester family is at risk. The upcoming decisions will have far-reaching consequences for everyone involved.