Bold & Beautiful Just Set Up Thomas’ Return — In a Way No One Will See Coming
It’s clear that the Forrester Creations storyline is about to take a dramatic turn on Bold & Beautiful, and the setup for Thomas’ return is both surprising and intriguing.
Ridge’s Shift in Focus
Ridge’s sudden shift to focus on design and step back as co-CEO is surprising, especially considering his previous determination to run the company, even battling with his severely ill father, Eric, over it. Perhaps almost losing Eric gave Ridge a new perspective, making him realize the importance of shoring up the couture line rather than dealing with constant conflicts between Steffy and Hope.
Brooke’s Potential Role as Co-CEO
The timing of Ridge’s declaration aligns perfectly with Steffy’s desire to axe the Hope For the Future (HFTF) line and Hope’s plea for Brooke to step in and take over at Forrester. It’s almost certain that Ridge will offer Brooke the position of co-CEO. This move makes sense given the foreshadowing, especially with Ridge contemplating, “There must be someone who could step up and help,” in response to Steffy’s concerns about managing the company alone.
Saving Hope For the Future
With Brooke likely stepping in as co-CEO, her top priority will be saving Hope’s line, HFTF. The only way to achieve this is by having Thomas design for it, as Bold & Beautiful has consistently emphasized. This setup creates an unexpected twist: Brooke, Thomas’s biggest detractor, will have to convince him to return and save HFTF.
Brooke and Thomas: An Unlikely Alliance
While it seems improbable, Brooke had started to accept Hope’s relationship with Thomas before the failed proposal that sent him overseas. Bold & Beautiful is known for changing characters’ outlooks quickly to support the plot, so it’s plausible that Brooke will be the one to persuade Thomas to come back. This development would be a shock to everyone, including Thomas and Brooke themselves.
Conclusion
In summary, Ridge’s decision to focus on design opens the door for Brooke to step in as co-CEO. To save HFTF, Brooke will need to convince Thomas to return, setting up a surprising and dramatic storyline. This twist ensures that viewers will be on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this unlikely alliance unfolds.
