Even a brush with death hasn’t changed Liam Spencer. Fans of The Bold and the Beautiful know this story all too well: Liam always needs to be in love, and it’s usually with whichever woman happens to be closest. Right now, that woman is Hope Logan.

With Steffy Forrester away from Los Angeles, Liam has shifted his focus once again. Hope has been by his side in recent weeks, and for Liam, that’s enough to spark renewed passion. As far as he’s concerned, Hope is the one he wants—at least for now.

Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Liam’s history makes it clear that his heart is a revolving door. Two years ago, he couldn’t stop kissing Steffy even though she was married to Finn. He ignored her boundaries and dismissed Finn’s warnings.

This time, the obstacle isn’t Steffy’s husband but Hope’s new fiancé, Carter Walton. Liam sees Hope’s engagement as little more than a rebound move—something she did when she believed he was dying. In Liam’s mind, Carter is nothing more than a stand-in. That confidence might push him to pursue Hope harder than ever.

Hope’s Complicated Love Life

Hope isn’t exactly standing on solid ground either. Her marriage to Liam ended when she admitted she couldn’t resist her feelings for Thomas Forrester. But Thomas wanted more commitment than Hope was ready to give, leading him to walk away.

After that heartbreak, Hope turned to Carter. He offered her stability, attention, and kindness, and she accepted his proposal. Yet deep down, Hope may not feel the same level of love for Carter that he feels for her.

Now Liam is back, insisting he wants to rebuild their family. That forces Hope to ask herself a difficult question: does she still want a future with Liam, or is she truly ready to move forward with Carter?

A Familiar Cycle for Hope and Liam

The dilemma is painful but familiar. Hope has been through this merry-go-round before. Liam always claims he wants only her, but history shows that his devotion rarely lasts. Once Steffy returns, it’s only a matter of time before Liam’s attention shifts again.

Hope has to decide whether she believes Liam can change—or if she’s tired of waiting for him to finally choose her and only her. The risk of heartbreak is high, but so is the pull of nostalgia.

Carter May Be the Safe Choice

While Liam represents passion, history, and chaos, Carter symbolizes security. He isn’t perfect, but he’s steady and devoted. Hope knows Carter would never waver the way Liam has countless times. The question is whether she wants safe love or the unpredictable romance Liam offers.

This conflict is at the heart of Hope’s storyline right now. Her decision could affect not only her personal happiness but also her family’s stability.

The Bold and the Beautiful Keeps Fans Guessing

One thing is certain: Liam hasn’t changed. He’s acting like the same man who’s bounced between Hope and Steffy for years. The writers are leaning into his old habits, and fans are bracing themselves for another round of heartbreak and drama.

Will Hope give Liam yet another chance, or will she finally break free from the cycle? And when Steffy returns, how long will Liam’s attention stay fixed on Hope?

As always in The Bold and the Beautiful, love is never simple—and loyalty is never guaranteed.