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Three more designs to add to the pile.
-Hope for the Future? -Yeah.
Figure we need some more options,
otherwise we might have to start calling the line
Pray for the Future.
Well, I really appreciate your time,
and I know you don't like being pulled away from couture.
Yeah, I don't mind being the janitor.
I can clean up someone else's mess,
especially if that means getting to work with my cousin.
STEFFY: Oh.
That's really sweet, Zende.
Of course I like working with you, Steffy, but, uh,
I was talking about someone else.
I've got a surprise for you.
Hey, sis.
Thomas?
-What? -Come here.
Nobody told me that you were here!
That's 'cause nobody knows.
Except for this guy Zende and now you.
You know, I like to show up without warning,
keep 'em guessing.
-What are you doing here? -[laughs]
Or do I have to guess that too?
THOMAS: Well, um,
It's time, Stef.
Time for what?
It's time for me to contribute to Hope for the Future, again.
So no honeymoon?
Well, we'll have time for that later.
Liam and I have been super, super busy.
Well, I mean, if there's anything I can do
to help at all, just let me know.
Thank you, Deke, but you have already been a really big help.
And I've been loving your ideas for Hope for the Future.
-Yeah? -Yeah.
Look, I know it's a bit disappointing
that none of your designs have gone into production yet.
A little, yeah, but I'm trying not to read too much into it.
I know I was only hired on the trial period, so...
Don't worry, kay?
This is very typical for new hires,
and you have got good ideas.
I'm not just saying that because I'm your sister.
Your work is good.
I'm glad you think so, but the question is...
does anyone else?
I mean, I have to admit I'm getting a little nervous.
Getting a job here's been a dream of mine,
but I'm starting to wonder if it's still just a dream
or if I actually have a future at Forrester Creations.
Thank you, Linda.
Yeah, I think all of 'em are gonna work,
just number 10 maybe shouldn't be a silk.
I'm, uh...
And then I turned around, and my hair was on fire.
It was crazy.
Logan!
-Hi. -Hi. [stammers, laughs]
What?
Did you see any of the gowns?
'Cause I need to finish this line.
Well, I am actually trying to focus.
-Mm-hmm. -And it's just that...
[exhales]
I'm just worried about Katie.
You should be worried about her. She's back with Spencer.
It's bad news.
God, can I do this?
I mean, it's tempting. It's really tempting.
Starting your own fashion house? I would hope so!
I'd be good at it, too.
I'd be damn good.
You'd be amazing. You'll kill it!
I mean, you've done it before.
Think how much more experience you have now.
-You're older... -Watch it.
-Wiser. -Mm.
Still, walking away from Forrester
-after all these years... -Katie, come on,
don't pretend like they've shown you any loyalty--they haven't!
And you don't owe them any loyalty in return.
Well, this is not just walking away from any old job.
You'd be quitting to become their competition.
And you know damn well that you will give them
a run for their money, and they'll know it too.
Come on, Katie. Do this!
Set the fashion world on fire.
Change it forever.
I want this for you.
And I think you want it too.
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I know that you have strong opinions about Bill.
Opinions that I share with anyone that's ever met the guy.
Well, I believe that he's good for her.
Besides, who doesn't like to see a family reunited?
And I know Will's older, but I'm sure that he's thrilled
his parents are back together.
I think Katie's right where she belongs.
It's not a matter of whether I want to--
it's whether I should.
-Hi, baby. -Hey. Should what?
-Oh... -What's going on here?
-You okay, Mom? -Yeah, yeah.
More than okay, actually.
Your father just offered me something, um...
extraordinary.
Okay. What is it?
My very own fashion house.
I get why you're concerned.
But remember, you were hired for a reason--
because of your talent.
Your portfolio stood out amongst all the rest.
Everyone else here knows
how talented you are.
Okay. All right. I'll try not to worry about it.
Of course, I'll worry a lot less when I finally see
one of my designs up on the runway.
And when that day comes, we will celebrate.
But in the meantime, I need you to please...
be patient, and don't lose faith.
Okay.
All right.
Zende and I have been talking,
and he's caught me up on everything.
I told Thomas all about the portfolios that have
been submitted, this search for another designer.
Which is not necessary if I come back.
And if Zende's willing to keep contributing.
Hope for the Future will be covered by the two of us.
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That's you, huh? Always the optimist.
Yes. So?
Katie's back where she belongs? You kidding me?
He's gonna disappoint her.
That's Bill. That's what he does.
It's gonna happen sooner or later.
I just hate that she put herself in that position again.
And the only good news is when it does happen,
and it will happen,
she has you, and she has her work here.
Well, she's not exactly thrilled with us right now.
You know what, this whole outside company thing?
That was to help her, not to push her out.
I understand. But I can see why
it would have ruffled her feathers a little bit.
So you know what I think we should do?
We should compliment her.
We should reassure her in the next couple of days.
-Okay? -Sure.
It's important that she knows she's valued
and respected here at Forrester.
So that's the decision--
whether to take your father up on his offer or not.
To run your own fashion company?
Talk about grand, romantic gestures.
In fact, I don't think anybody's gonna be topping
"creating a fashion company for your bride."
Only because I believe in her and what she can accomplish.
Which means so much to me that you would...
believe in me that much.
I mean, it's a huge financial risk too.
Not really. I mean, I don't care if it's a fashion house
or a snow cone stand--
whatever it is, you'll be successful.
Well, I do have some ideas about healthier syrups--just sayin'.
Okay, well, let's start with the fashion company.
If you wanna transition to snow cones,
we'll take a look at it.
You know, if I do this,
I will be putting everything I am into this company,
into making it a success and making you...
proud.
I already am.
So what's it gonna be, Mom?
Are you gonna take Dad up on his offer?
Gonna leave Forrester Creations
and start your own fashion company?
You know, I'll just try to be patient.
I'm just super stoked, you know?
I mean, it feels like I've been waiting my entire life for this,
and now that I finally have my foot in the door...
You would like to try for the whole leg?
[laughs] Exactly.
Look, just trust the process, okay?
You're here because you're talented.
You got this on your own merit.
I mean, that's something that I'm proud of.
Even though Dad wanted me to play
the "I'm Hope's brother" card.
Oh, my gosh, it's just so silly.
You didn't come here because of your connection to me.
We asked for anonymous portfolio submissions,
and your work stood out,
which is far more impressive, by the way,
than if you were only to be hired because of me.
Well, I mean, that's something I wanna continue, too.
Like, don't let my eagerness to get my designs into production
influence any of your decisions when it comes to your line.
Seriously, like,
if you go with one of my designs, great.
I'll be thrilled, but...
I don't want any special treatment.
Understood.
But it's not "if." It's "when."
I hope so, Hope.
I've been given a real shot at proving myself to you
and to everyone else, and...
I just wanna be the right designer for your line.
I like your plan. I love your plan.
But we already hired someone new for the line.
But temporarily, on a trial basis.
Um, you guys are talking about Hope's half-brother?
Yeah, Deke. He's pretty good.
-He's good, but he's raw. -Yeah, he is green.
No offense. Uh, we don't need him.
With you back on the line, definitely not.
No. Zende and I together can handle Hope for the Future.
Come on, Stef. You have to agree, right?
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Am I leaving Forrester?
I don't know. I haven't decided yet.
Well, you have decided that they don't respect you.
Brooke respects me. At least, she tends to.
Okay, Brooke only has so much say, Katie.
It's Ridge and Steffy in charge.
Whereas you could be in charge,
the one calling all of the shots.
But that's only if you decide to take Dad up on his offer.
Okay, you work at Forrester too.
I mean, I don't wanna do anything
that's gonna affect your future there.
I'm not worried about any backlash.
But this is your career. I mean...
does that affect the way you feel about my decision?
Look, I like it at Forrester.
I get to see Electra every single day.
-See? -So that's very cool.
And it's a good fit--for now.
But, Mom, I never want you feeling like
you're being held back, especially by me.
And if it's backlash that you're worried about,
to that I would say, oh, no, Ridge fires me,
and then I have to come work at Spencer Publications,
a trillion dollar company. So there are worst things.
But none of that matters, okay?
'Cause if this is something that you are passionate about,
then I completely agree with Dad
and I say go for it.
Uh, I hope it doesn't sound like I'm complaining.
What? No.
-No. Not at all. -Okay. Good, uh,
'cause I wouldn't want you thinking I'm ungrateful.
Like, I know how lucky I am to be here, to...
have this kind of opportunity.
And you want to make the most out of it.
You want to see the ideas that you put down on paper
come to life.
-Yeah. -Believe me, I get it.
I-I realize I'm fresh out of design school
and I don't have anywhere near the experience
of someone like Zende,
so it makes sense that his ideas get picked over mine.
For now at least.
I adore Zende, and he is an incredibly,
incredibly talented designer
and there's a lot you can learn from him, but...
his name is also Forrester,
which does tend to give people an edge around here.
Understandably.
Yes. It is Forrester Creations, after all.
But there is room, you know, for us Logans and Sharpes
you know, as long as you make enough space for yourself
at the table, so just keep working hard.
Keep submitting your designs,
and you'll get there in time.
And...
at the end of the day, Hope for the Future is my line,
so while I mean it when I say
that even though you are my brother,
there will be no preferential treatment--
and I mean it, there won't...
You're still my brother,
and I'm going to look out for you.
Oh, are you kidding me right now?
-Come on! -Thomas likes to show up
-without warning. -I thought you were
playing a trick on me with that text--this is great!
No, no. Your prodigal son is back.
Uh-huh.
And with a purpose, maybe?
Oh, great. You texted him that too.
Well, he is my co-CEO.
Uh, yes. Yes, I am back with a purpose.
I'm ready to design again.
RIDGE: You are designing. In Paris.
No. No, not really.
I mean, look, yes, I'm designing,
but I'm not designing specifically,
not for any particular line, and that's what I wanna do.
I wanna work for Hope for the Future.
-Along with Zende. -Thomas and I are a great team.
-We complement each other. -You do.
And I realize that right now you have, uh,
a trial designer in place, right?
But I don't think you need that, not anymore.
Deke is good. He's not great.
Well, we need great. Right?
I mean, look, now that Granddad has already stepped down,
people need reassurance
that Forrester is still...
Forrester, right?
And what better way to do that than with me, along with Zende?
Come on, Dad. You know I'm right.
Your search for another designer--that's over.
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That's where I need to be.
Debuting the return of Hope for the Future.
I mean, come on.
Tell me it isn't good for business, right?
Thomas Forrester's triumphant return.
Or you can go with Deke, right? The pizza maker's son.
-[Zende laughs] -That'll give you headlines too.
Not the headlines you want, but headlines.
No. No need to be rude.
-I'm not being rude. -RIDGE: Well--
I'm being honest. Look, he's a Sharpe, right?
He's Deacon's son.
This is a Forrester family business.
And what better than to have two Forresters running it?
-Eric Forrester's grandsons. -Both of us.
-Third generation designers. -That's right.
How do you think Hope's gonna react to this?
I'll handle Hope.
Uh, you think that's wise, Stef?
Yeah, Hope and I are at a good place.
I'll get her on board. Not like we need to.
If this is something Dad and I want,
-then we would do it, right? -Is this something we want?
-I think it is. -Uh-huh.
-I'm gonna go talk to Hope. -THOMAS: All right.
I'm gonna go backstage. I'll let you guys chat it out.
Okay.
-Thanks, Dad. -Let me ask you something.
-Yeah. -What about Paris?
I mean, you love it there, and Douglas,
he's--he's just... having a great time.
Why would you destroy that for him?
I'm not gonna destroy that.
He's still gonna be having a great time.
He's still gonna excel there. I mean, we--
Douglas and I will still have our life in Paris,
and I will pop into Los Angeles when I need to.
Look, I mean, I'm doing this with Zende,
and he'll be here all the time.
I mean, come on. We are the future of Hope for the Future.
Do you think that's what Hope feels as well?
Hey, I got your text. You wanted to see me?
Yes. Close the door.
So, uh, what's this about?
-It is about your line. -That's actually perfect.
I wanted to talk to you about the relaunch.
Uh, Zende continues to do amazing work.
Yeah. He's extremely talented.
Absolutely. Um...
which brings me to my next point.
I know that we have been looking for additional help
for the line, um,
and while Deke has a temporary position here,
his portfolio was the most intriguing
and while he may be a little green,
I do think that with time
he is going to become a brilliant designer.
I think you're right. I think he does have a bright future,
but we need to focus on today. We need to focus on right now.
Okay, so what are you talking about?
Thomas is in the building.
He wants to return to Hope for the Future,
work with Zende as your lead designer.
And I talked to my father. We both agree.
I think it's the best thing moving forward with your line.
Um...
w-what about Deke?
I think Deke is--is talented. I think he has promise.
But like I said,
he does have a bright future.
Just not here at Forrester Creations.
You really think I should do this?
Yes! I believe in you just as much as Dad does.
-You gotta go for it. -Listen to your son.
He knows what he's talking about.
And I'll be with you every step of the way.
I gotta admit, it's a little scary
walking away from Forrester.
A-and my sisters.
I mean, Brooke and Donna have always been my support system.
And they still will be, 100 percent,
because that Logan bond is stronger
than where you happen to work.
You're right.
You're right. Of course you are!
They're gonna be proud of me too.
They're gonna be proud that I'm finally
stepping into a role that I was always meant to do.
Thank you.
Thank you for believing in me.
I'm gonna seize this opportunity.
I'm gonna do it.
I'm gonna do it!
Yes!
-Let's go! -[laughing] Yes.
Group hug, group hug,
-group hug, group hug! -Oh, my gosh, oh, my gosh.
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