A long-hidden secret explodes into the open when Douglas, now legally of age, discovers a clause in Caroline Spencer’s will that makes him the primary heir to her sizable stake in Forester Creations. This revelation instantly transforms him from a silent observer into a powerful stakeholder. His father, Thomas, who’s spent years sidelined and scorned for his manipulations and mental health struggles, sees this as a golden ticket to redemption—and revenge. With Douglas’s support, Thomas files a lawsuit demanding the company honor Caroline’s wishes and remove Logan allies from power, including Hope, who had previously gained custody of Douglas through controversial legal maneuvers.

The move is nuclear. Ridge is blindsided. Brooke launches into battle mode. Eric, ever the patriarch, tries to restore peace, but the tides have turned. For the first time in years, Thomas is holding the cards. The legal documents reveal Hope’s manipulative tactics in the custody fight, turning public favor against her. Douglas, meanwhile, steps into the spotlight. In interviews, he paints a painful portrait of being used as leverage in adult battles. His declaration that he’s “taking back his life” strikes a deep chord.

The scandal grows when an audit—sparked by the lawsuit—unearths unauthorized fund movements within Hope’s division. Though she claims ignorance, the damage is done. Thomas and Douglas’s narrative gains momentum. Even those previously loyal to Hope begin to question her integrity. Ridge offers Douglas a board seat in hopes of a compromise, but Thomas refuses. They want more than influence—they want justice.

In court, Douglas’s legal team presents overwhelming evidence. Hope’s defense leans on emotional appeals and past contributions, but it’s not enough. The judge rules in Douglas’s favor, granting him control of Caroline’s shares and a board seat. The decision marks a seismic shift in the company’s power structure. Thomas stands proudly beside his son, knowing they’ve reshaped the destiny of Forester Creations. But the victory is bittersweet: family relationships are fractured, and the company stands on the edge of a new, uncertain era.

Douglas’s bold stand has not only changed the game—it’s rewritten the rules entirely. Forester Creations will never be the same again.