Stephanie's health continues to deteriorate. She pushes Lt. Conran to intensify his search for the missing Brooke, even though the police have already issued an APB for kidnapping. After spending the afternoon fishing at Big Bear Lake, Ridge, Brooke, Rick and Bridget enjoy a family dinner. Ridge worries that he caused Brooke's breakdown. He apologizes for ever doubting her in regards to the paternity test. Sheila shows up at the Forrester Mansion - allegedly to look out for Brooke's best interests. Sheila pushes Stephanie's buttons until the dazed Forrester Matriarch begins to strangle her. Alerted by screams of panic, Maggie becomes witness to this scene. Stephanie is ashamed of her actions, but fails to get some rest. Brooke calls to let her know that she and the kids are safe and sound at the family cabin. Stephanie feels the need to pick them up immediately - and takes Lt. Conran with her. Taylor has invited Grant to the Private Dining Room at the Ocean Club to thank him for his nudging in re-assessing her relationship with Ridge. Grant and Taylor wonder if the future will hold ahead more than just friendship for them.
—Torsten B. Tomaschek