May 2006

At Big Bear, while Brooke struggles to keep Nick from hitting Ridge, Nick angrily declares that Ridge will not get away with it. He does not understand how Brooke could let Ridge get way with this. Brooke tells him again that it was not Ridge's fault, it was a mistake. Nick tells Brooke that Ridge told him she wanted it. Ridge denies this. Nick goes on telling Brooke how Ridge said she "loved sex and no one satisfied her like him." Brooke is appalled by what she is hearing; Brooke questions Ridge, who sheepishly admits to it. Brooke tells Nick that Ridge only spoke this way about her to get a rise out of Nick. Nick is angry that she is allowing Ridge once more to disrespect her and demands to know why she never holds Ridge accountable for any of his actions. Nick keeps hounding Brooke. Finally, Ridge tells her to put a leach on him, which causes Nick to lunge at Ridge. Brooke has to tear them apart. Brooke tells Ridge to go home, after he leaves, Brooke tells Nick the situation is not black and white. Nick disagrees, saying either Brooke wanted to sleep with Ridge, or she did not and asks a dumbstruck Brooke which it is. Brooke explains that Ridge thought that she was allowing it, but she was not. Nick says Ridge violated her and he wants her to press charges and get a restraining order. Brooke refuses. Nick asks her what is to keep him from attacking her again? Nick thinks she is refusing to press charges because she might secretly want Ridge back. Brooke says this is not true, she loves Nick. She says she does not want to press charges because she does not want the kids to find out about it. Brooke begs Nick to forget about this and just focus on their future. Nick refuses and demands that she press charges. Brooke says she cannot do that to RJ's father. Brooke tells Nick she loves him and begs him once more not to let this come between them.

While alone at the cabin, Brooke re-hashed with Nick what had happened between her and Ridge. Brooke explained that she had taken too many pills and passed out. She explained that when she woke up she did not know what had happened. Brooke tried to tell Nick how upset she was when she realized that she had slept with Ridge.

Ridge questioned why Massimo and Megan had framed Jackie. Massimo admitted he did so to buy Ridge more time to win Brooke back. Ridge told Massimo that he and Brooke had slept together, but he didn't know that Brooke was medicated and unaware of what she was doing. Ridge told Massimo that Nick came after him at the cabin. Massimo was discouraged because the last thing he wanted was his two sons fighting over a woman.

Back at the cabin, Nick was not happy with Brooke. He asked her to really be honest and admit if she had made love to Ridge because she still has feelings for him. Brooke told Nick that she loves him and will continue to forever. Nick was unsure if he could live with what Ridge had done. Nick left the cabin and watched Brooke from a window as she cried. Nick re-entered the cabin and told Brooke that he is not going to leave her. Brooke and Nick made love.

At the cabin, Brooke and Nick are lovely dovey after their night of passion. Nick does not blame Brooke for what happened with Ridge and tells her he will make sure it never happens again. Brooke says they are happy now and she does not want Nick's need for revenge to ruin things. Nick kisses her and tells her he is doing this for justice, not revenge. After he leaves, Bridget stops by. Bridget is upset that Ridge took advantage of Brooke. Brooke defends him, saying once more that Ridge did not realize that she was drugged up. Bridget asks if Nick is ok with everything. Brooke tells her they made love and everything is ok now. Bridget does not want to hear all the gory details. Brooke apologizes for not being able to restrain herself until Bridget's divorce was final. Bridget tells her it is ok. Bridget implies that she is trying to get something going with Dante. Brooke is happy about this. Bridget wants to know more about how Nick is dealing with things. Brooke tells her Nick feels betrayed and wants revenge against Ridge and his father. Bridget is afraid that Nick will do something crazy.

At Forrester, Ridge informs Stephanie that Megan does not work for them anymore. Stephanie is surprised to learn that Massimo used Megan to frame Jackie. Ridge tells her that Megan did it in order to break Nick and Brooke up. Stephanie wants Ridge to get over his obsession with Brooke. Ridge tells Stephanie that he and Brooke had sex and Nick thinks he raped her. Stephanie is shocked and thinks it is ridiculous. Ridge tells her he jumped into bed with Brooke, not realizing she was doped up. Stephanie reminds him of the time he did the same thing with Thorne's wife, Caroline when she was drunk. Stephanie thinks Brooke is pitting Nick and Ridge against one another to prove to herself that she is still worth fighting for. Ridge denies this and says Brooke loves him and they are going to work things out. Stephanie does not understand why Ridge still wants to be with Brooke. She thinks Brooke is mentally disturbed and making a fool of her son. Ridge ignores all of Stephanie's warnings, still determined to get Brooke back.

After a board meeting at Massimo's company, in which Nick was voted to replace Massimo, Ridge stops by thinking he is coming to the board meeting. Nick tells him the meeting is over and hands him Megan's letter. Ridge reads it and cannot believe Megan confessed. Nick tells him Massimo is out of Marone and he will be next. Nick threatens to have Ridge thrown out of the building. Ridge reluctantly leaves warning Nick "this isn't over, it's just beginning."

Brooke comments on the fact that Massimo has been banned from the company. Brooke isn't quite sure how to take that. She tells Nick that she is on the way over to Forresters. "To pick up your things, I hope," says Nick. Brooke starts to say no, but Nick tells her that she can't possibly think about going back to work there, with Ridge there. You can't work next to him. Nick tells Brooke, that if they are going to have to deal with this, then you have to make up your mind. Brooke arrives at Forrester's and starts to pack up her things. She puts one particular folder in the box she is packing up. Nick, who wanted to accompany her over to Forresters, stayed behind to meet with the press, over the change in command at the company. After they are gone, his Mother arrives and beams with happiness over her son. Nick tells Jackie that Ridge took advantage of Brooke, sexually, by forcing himself on her. When told that Brooke was resigning from Forresters, Jackie warns him that it might just be too much for her to handle after all her years spent there. Nick tells her that Brooke chose him over the Forrester company.

Ridge and Eric talk. Ridge keeps on about what he intends to do to get Brooke back, and Eric finally asks him when he is going to realize that Brooke has all ready made her choice, and it was Nick, not him. Ridge tells him that he is not about to give up his love, now or ever. He knows they could have worked things out, from the very beginning, if his Mother hadn't tried to interfere so often. Ridge tells his Dad that his Mom will never stop trying to keep Brooke and him apart. He has to do something before his Mother decides to do something else to Brooke.

Later, Brooke and Stephanie come face to face. Brooke tells her that she's packing and she will be out of there in about another hour. She will be out of her business and her life. Brooke tells her that Nick doesn't want her working there. Stephanie, quietly, says to herself, "Bless you, Nick."

Ridge begs Brooke to stay at Forrester Creations. Brooke gives Ridge one last kiss and leaves. After Brooke leaves Ridge tells Stephanie this is all her fault. Ridge is obviously upset. He then grabs his chest and collapses.

At Forrester, Stephanie phones 911 to get help for Ridge. Stephanie is attempting to revive Ridge when Thorne walks in. He is shocked to find his brother unconscious on the floor. Just after this, Hector arrives with the ambulance crew and asks Stephanie if Ridge had been complaining about chest pains. She tells him he grabbed his chest before he collapsed. Hector tries unsuccessfully to revive Ridge. He tells a worried Stephanie he thinks Ridge is having a heart attack. Once they arrive at the hospital, Hector's brother Christian takes over. Stephanie and Thorne anxiously wait to find out what Ridge's condition is.

Meanwhile on the Marone jet, Nick pops open a bottle of champagne. Things began to heat up when Brooke begins to prance around in her sexy lingerie. Driving him crazy with desire, Nick pulls her to him and they kiss passionately. Brooke starts ripping off his shirt. Nick wants to move to the bed, but Brooke prefers to make love in the bathroom. After their wild romp Brooke tells him he is the sexiest man, she has ever made love to on and airplane. Nick is honored considering how many men he had to beat out to get that title. He tells her she is the sexiest woman he has made love to on an airplane. Brooke is thrilled to be his best airplane sex. Not able to control their desire, they began to make love again. Coming up for air, Brooke calls home and asks Katherine if everything is ok, she has a funny feeling that something is wrong. After she gets off the phone Brooke still thinks, something is not right. Nick helps her to brush it off by feeding her strawberries. Brooke tells him how relieved she is to have Stephanie out of her life for good. Brooke cannot believe she ever thought she could win Stephanie over and she realizes that Stephanie will never accept her.

Back in the hospital Ridge is fighting for his life. While he is undergoing emergency surgery, Thorne tries to comfort Stephanie who is blaming herself for everything. Stephanie tells Thorne that the last thing Ridge told her was that she ruined his life by forcing away his true love, Brooke. After Ridge's surgery, Christian comes out with bad news. He informs them that Ridge's heart attack was a symptom of a much more serious problem. He explains that Ridge has a serious cardiac defect called an aortic dissection and it could have killed him instantly. Christian tells them Ridge may not survive and that the next 48 hours are critical. Stephanie and Thorne are devastated. Stephanie continues to blame herself. She visits an unconscious Ridge in his hospital room. She breaks down as she tells him how much she loves him and wants him to be happy. She begs him to get better so she can make it up to him. Right after she tells Ridge she will do whatever it takes to help him get better, he calls out Brooke's name.

At the hospital, Ridge who was still in a semi-conscious state from the anesthesia, continued to call out Brooke's name. Eric arrived at Ridge's bedside to see his son. Stephanie explained to Eric that the doctors had repaired the tear in Ridge's heart surgically, but that Ridge was not out of the woods yet. Thorne and Darla remained at Ridge's side along with Stephanie and Eric.

Meanwhile, Nick and Brooke romantically vacationed together. Brooke spoke to Jackie who assured her that the children were fine. Brooke admitted to Nick that after all she had been through; she could not shake the feeling that something was wrong. She also admitted she kept thinking about how she had broken Ridge's heart. Brooke told Nick that she loved him. She gave Nick a St. Jude's medal which she told Nick was symbolic that she would always be there for him.

While alone at Ridge's bedside, Stephanie apologized to Ridge for driving Brooke away. Stephanie then told a semi-conscious Ridge that she could get Brooke back. Stephanie left a voice message on Brooke's cell phone saying "I need you, Brooke."

In the hospital room, Ridge desperately reaches out to Brooke calling her name. Just when he speaks her name Brooke awakens on the Marone jet, thinking of Ridge. Stephanie and Eric come in to check on their son's progress and are informed that he still has not gained consciousness. Stephanie thinks he has not woken up because Brooke is not there. Stephanie wonders where Brooke is and why Brooke has not returned her phone call. Eric tells her Brooke probably did not return the call because she did not know it was about Ridge. He says she should call Brooke again. When he leaves Ridge's room, he bumps into Taylor, Thomas and Hector. He tells them Ridge is stable and introduces them to Christian. Just after Stephanie finishes leaving another message for Brooke, Thomas and Taylor walk in. Eric comes in to get Stephanie; he thinks Taylor and Thomas should have some time alone with Ridge. Once Stephanie leaves, Taylor tells an unconscious Ridge that she got an email from their daughter's from London. Thomas interrupts her asking what Stephanie and Ridge's fight was about, before he had his heart attack. She tells him it was about Brooke.

On the Marone jet, not realizing that Brooke is thinking about Ridge, Nick suggests they spend the day in bed. Brooke is distracted and tells him she wants to call home first. Nick does not understand why Brooke is so worried but says she should call home if it will make her feel better. When she checks her messages she hears a cryptic one from Stephanie that just says, "Brooke, I need you."

In the hotel room, Brooke stresses over Stephanie's call. Nick tells Brooke to let it go and feeds her fruit. Their carefree attitude is interrupted when Brooke gets another call from Stephanie. Brooke refuses to listen to what Stephanie has to say and hangs up on her. Brooke is annoyed that Stephanie keeps harassing her and tells Nick she is through jumping through hoops for her ex mother-in-law. Brooke promises Nick her full attention as soon as she calls home. Brooke is surprised when her father answers the phone. He explains that he came by to see her. She asks him if the kids are ok and he tells her they are fine. Reassured, Brooke tells her Dad to make sure Jackie does not let Stephanie know where she and Nick are. Confused, Stephen asks what is going on. Brooke explains that she quit her job at Forrester and Stephanie has been hounding her ever since. Stephen agrees to keep her whereabouts secret. After she gets off the phone, Brooke is relieved and she and Nick hit the sheets. Even hot sex cannot keep Brooke from obsessing about Stephanie. Giving his typical answer to every problem, Nick tells her to just focus on their love and forget about everything else. They make love again.

Nick and Brooke continue to enjoy their time away together. Nick has a special surprise for Brooke, when he tells her that she is about to have a massage. When Nick opens the door and finds a "hunk" standing there, he decides to remain in Brooke's sight.

Nick and Brooke talk about her future and the fact that she feels she will miss doing all of what she did in the fashion industry. Nick tells her that she can work with someone who will appreciate her, his Mother, if she feels the need to work.

When she arrives, she tells Brooke that she has to go back with her immediately. After Stephanie starts to explain what happened, Brooke does not believe what she had to say.

Stephanie urges Brooke to return to Los Angeles with her to help Ridge.

At the hotel in Cabo, Brooke is touched that Stephanie has finally accepted her into the family. Nick states the obvious, saying Stephanie is only doing it for Ridge. Ignoring Nick, Stephanie continues to pressure Brooke to come with her. Brooke apologizes to Nick, but tells him she has to go. Not trusting Stephanie's motives, Nick decides to join them.

Stephanie arrives at the hospital with Brooke and Nick. They hurriedly greet Eric. Stephen comes over to apologize to Brooke for telling them where she was. Brooke assures Stephen he did the right thing. Jackie disagrees, telling Brooke that Ridge is no longer her responsibility. Bridget comes out of Ridge's room and is surprised to see her mom is already there. Stephanie pulls Brooke away from everyone wanting her to get to Ridge as soon as possible.

Back in Ridge's room, Brooke is saddened by the sight of Ridge looking so helpless in his hospital bed. Stephanie leans over her son and tells him she has brought Brooke to see him. She places Ridge's hand in Brooke's and tells him that this is the only place Brooke wants to be right now. She tells Ridge that she has made amends with Brooke. Brooke tells Ridge she will always love him and that they will be connected forever. As tears form in her eyes, she begs Ridge to come back to her and RJ. Caressing his face, she kisses him. Miraculously, Ridge begins to awaken murmuring the name "Logan."

The family gathers in hopes that Brooke can make Ridge take a turn for the better. Stephanie apologizes again to Ridge because she feels that it is her fault that he is laying there. With the help of Brooke's voice, Ridge wakes up. Stephanie tries to make good to Brooke.

At the hospital, Stephanie welcomes Brooke back to the family and begs Brooke to give her another chance, while Nick looks on, disgusted by Stephanie's groveling. Stephanie compares Brooke's effect on Ridge's recovery to Dominick's effect on Felicia's recovery. She thinks it is the same kind of miracle, and keeps thanking Brooke for saving Ridge's life. Nick minimizes Brooke's role in Ridge's recovery and feels the doctors deserve most the credit. Nick and Stephanie argue about who is going to take Brooke home. Refusing to be swayed by Stephanie's pleas, Brooke insists that her place is with Nick. She tells Stephanie she loves Nick and plans to have a future with him. Stephanie argues that Brooke's "destiny" is with Ridge. Brooke reminds Stephanie she could have had a future with Ridge if Stephanie had not constantly interfered. Brooke and Nick go home, leaving Stephanie to sulk in the hospital.

In Ridge's hospital room, Jackie drops in to visit him. She tells him she and Nick are happy to know that he is getting better. Not believing a word she says, Ridge rolls his eyes and is glad to see her go. After she leaves Ridge dreams of Brooke and wakes up calling out her name. He remembers what Stephanie said about supporting his relationship with Brooke. Later, Stephanie comes in to check on him. Ridge asks for Brooke and she tells him Brooke had to go home and check on the kids. Seeking her son's forgiveness, Stephanie once more apologizes for undermining his relationship with Brooke. She tells him she is determined to get Brooke back to him. Even though she does not love Brooke, Stephanie tells Ridge that she finally understands how much he loves Brooke and promises to support the relationship. Skeptical at first, Ridge questions his mother's sincerity. In the end, he chooses to believe her. Reaching out for her hand, he finally gives her the forgiveness she so desperately had been craving.

Meanwhile at Brooke's, Brooke kisses Nick and admits she is glad they rushed back to check on Ridge. Brooke thinks Stephanie is right about how crucial it was for Ridge to see her. She tells Nick she knows she made a difference in his recovery. Nick is afraid that Brooke is starting to fall for Stephanie's pitch. Nick tells her that he is glad Ridge is recovering but he does not want Brooke to be a part of Stephanie's schemes. Brooke wants to believe in Stephanie's sincerity, but has her doubts. Not willing to understand how important Stephanie's acceptance has always been to Brooke, Nick glibly says it doesn't matter either way. Becoming jealous, he asks her if she wants to be part of the Forrester family again. Brooke reassures Nick that she wants to be with him. She tells him that he is her future and they kiss.

Brooke brings RJ to the hospital to see his daddy. After a short visit, Katherine arrives and takes RJ for his regular routine of the day. This gives Brooke and Ridge time to talk. Ridge asks Brooke why she is there. She tells him that she loves him and always will and she was concerned about him and his health. Ridge mentions that he has been given a second chance, and Brooke says that he should take advantage of the opportunity, and make the best of it. He then changes the subject for a moment, and asks Brooke, if she believes everything that his Mother said to her. He tells her that he is having a hard time with it, and also wants to know what her feelings are. He realizes that no matter what happens, he cannot have her and considers that it is all his fault.

Jackie and Nick talk at her boutique. Jackie is concerned for her son and Brooke. She knows how vulnerable Brooke is when it comes to Stephanie. Nick offers a suggestion. Perhaps Brooke could work with her in some capacity. Jackie wonders if she would really like to do that, and as Brooke walks in the door, Nick says to ask her, herself. Jackie talks about her boutiques and the opening of new ones. She would like to have more time to do that, is it possible that perhaps, Brooke would like to work alongside of her. Brooke thanks her for the offer, which Jackie tells her is an open one, but turns it down as she just isn't up to it as of yet. While Jackie talks with Nick, Brooke receives a cell phone call from Stephanie. She is holding a press conference because of Ridge, the public wants to know how he is doing, and the family would like her there attending and giving her support. At first, she says no, it isn't really a good idea, but Eric jumps on the phone and tells her that they really need her there. She finally tells him that she will attend.

The Forrester Creations press conference is underway and Brooke believes that it is just to announce Ridge's recovery. Stephanie plays a tribute to Brooke and shocks everyone by saying she will resign and wants Brooke to be the new CEO.

At Forrester, Brooke is furious with Stephanie for ambushing her at the press conference. Stephanie does not understand why Brooke is so upset about being offered half of the company. Eric, Stephanie and Ridge pressure Brooke to accept the offer. Stephanie promises to never disrespect Brooke again if she comes back to the company. Brooke cannot believe how hard Stephanie is trying to get her to return to Forrester. Just as Brooke is beginning to soften, Stephen and Jackie barge in and tell her not to sign anything.

At Brooke's House, Nick and Brooke debate about the Forrester offer. Brooke reminds him of how lucrative it would be. Nick does not care about that and grabs the documents from Brooke so he can rip them up. When Brooke realizes what he is about to do, she stops him. With tears in her eyes, she tells him he is asking her to give up her dream. Nick realizes it is a big sacrifice, but begs her to do it for their future.

Stephanie and Ridge talk. She is doing everything that she can to bring Brooke back to Forrester's and to him. He realizes all that she has done, but wonders when he tries to reach Brooke and gets no answer, whether or not, she really wants to return to him.

At Marone, Brooke calls Ridge and apologizes about not getting back to him sooner about Stephanie's offer. She explains that she needed some time to think about it. Ridge does not understand why she is hesitating about such a great offer. Before hanging up with him, she tells him she will be by Forrester soon to tell him her decision in person. When Brooke gets to Nick's office, he is just getting off the phone with Stephen. She hugs him and apologizes for putting him through another drama with the Forrester's. . Nick understands what the company means to her, but he cannot tolerate her working with Ridge. Brooke tells him she has decided to turn down the offer because he means more to her than anything. Nick is touched by her unselfishness and they kiss passionately. He insists on going with her to Forrester to break the news to Stephanie.

Meanwhile at Forrester, Eric questions Ridge about Brooke's call. Ridge worries that even if Brooke accepts the offer she still may not dump Nick. Eric reminds him that Nick told Brooke she could not have both him and Forrester. Eric believes that Brooke will definitely lose Nick if she accepts the offer. Stephanie makes no comment. When Ridge asks Stephanie why she is so quiet, she explains that she is still upset by Taylor's outburst. She is afraid she made a mistake giving Taylor 2% of the company. Ridge does not think Taylor is anything to worry about.

Back at Forrester, when Nick and Brooke arrive some of the employees congratulate Brooke on her new position. After they leave, Brooke looks around at all the pictures of her on the walls. Tears start to stream down her face as she remembers her colorful history with Forrester. Nick begins to feel guilty, seeing how much the company means to her. When they walk in to Stephanie's office, Stephanie assumes Brooke has come to accept the offer, and Stephanie gives her a syrupy sweet greeting. Nick calls Stephanie out on her insincerity. Stephanie admits that she has not been fair to Brooke in the past, but promises that has all changed. Eric and Ridge back Stephanie's claims. Ridge takes Brooke's hand and leads her to her new desk. Brooke goes along with it, still not able to break the news to herself or them. Ridge continues to bait her, reminding her of all the wonderful times she hand bouncing around the office with him and his father. Nick watches on with fearfully jealous eyes and sees how tempted Brooke is to accept the offer. Just as she is about to break the news to them, Nick gets a call from Stephen. Stephen tells him he was able to buy Taylor's stock. Realizing that Brooke now has controlling interest in the company, Nick stops her from refusing the offer, by accepting the offer for her. Brooke is happily surprised that Nick is supporting her position there, but Ridge is suspicious about Nick's sudden change of heart.

At Forrester Creations Nick told Brooke that he approves of her becoming CEO of Forrester Creations. Ridge Stephanie and Eric looked on at Nick with disbelief. Stephanie didn't understand Nick's change of heart regarding Brooke becoming CEO of Forrester Creations. After Nick left, Brooke admitted without Nick's approval she would have declined CEO. Brooke then accepted the position of CEO at Forrester Creations. Ridge commented to Brooke that 'she's home at last." Stephanie welcomed Brooke back to Forrester Creations with a hug. Eric insisted that Brooke take over his office. Thorne and Darla arrived and congratulated Brooke. Brooke told Ridge that he is her head designer.

Back at Forrester Creations, Brooke reminded Ridge that she is committed to Nick. Ridge reminded Brooke that it always just happened between them as they casually hugged. Meanwhile, Nick told Stephen that Brooke is finally free of Ridge and the Forresters.

At Brooke's, as Stephen watches on, Nick and Hope add the finishing touches to a celebration dinner for Brooke. They invite Stephen to stay, but he refuses, wanting them to get to celebrate alone. When Brooke arrives, she is happily surprised. She is thrilled that Nick accepts how important Forrester is to her and thanks him for his support. Nick presents her with Taylor's stock telling her now she is majority stockholder in Forrester. Brooke cannot believe it and asked him how he got the stock. Nick explains that Stephen persuaded Taylor to sell it. Brooke is shocked that Taylor would go against Stephanie like this. Nick tells her that Taylor is bitter about how Stephanie publicized Ridge's love for Brooke. Nick says now that Brooke is in control she will not have to deal with the Forresters anymore. Brooke does not understand what Nick means, since she will be working with the family everyday. Nick tells her he wants her to fire them. Brooke cannot believe how Nick orchestrated this situation and thinks firing them would be a very cruel and vengeful thing to do. Nick does not trust the Forresters and he demands that Brooke get them out of the company if she wants a life with him.

Meanwhile at Forrester, Bridget and Ridge discuss Brooke's new position at Forrester. Bridget does not think her mother should trust Stephanie's new attitude and she tells Ridge that she cannot believe Brooke would accept Stephanie's offer and risk losing Nick. She asks him if Brooke and Nick have broken up and he arrogantly tells her "not yet." Ridge lets her know that Nick was the one who convinced Brooke to accept the offer. Bridget is confused and does not understand why Nick would do this. Ridge explains that Nick backed down because he realized that the Forrester's approval was more important to Brooke than their relationship. Ridge believes that Nick was afraid, if forced, Brooke would choose the company over him. Ridge is convinced he will be able to win Brooke back, now that they are going to be working together. He asks Bridget to support his relationship with Brooke. Bridget refuses to believe that Nick and Brooke's relationship is in jeopardy.

While the Forrester's were waiting in Brooke's office to welcome her back to work, Stephanie tried to reach Taylor, but couldn't. Brooke on the other hand, wondered what to do about the 2%, and what Nick and the Forresters had done. Ridge was still hoping that bringing Brooke back to work for them meant that it might be possible for another go 'round for Brooke and him. Brooke entered the office, and was greeted rather warmly, when she announced that they had all been fired. She had an additional 2% of the company and that made her in control.

After Brooke fires him, Eric and Stephanie, Ridge tells her that this isn't her but she boasts that she knows it will be only time before Stephanie turns on her again. Stephanie denies it and hugs her, urging her not to be a part of Nick and Stephen's plan. He arrives in time to find Ridge trying to woo Brooke back to his side. Ridge claims that you can't tell Brooke what to do but Nick guesses that's why Ridge raped her. Nick then states that Thorne can stay with the company because he's been treated just as badly. Brooke astounds Nick by whispering she's changed her mind and can't fire the Forresters.