Grant has Eric, Stephanie, Thorne, Ridge, Eric, Michael and Megan assemble in his office. In his capacity as interim CEO Grant shocks Eric and Ridge by changing the theme for the next collection. When Brooke calls from Milan, Grant informs her that he made his announcement exactly as planned. Stephanie advises Eric and Ridge to remain cool. Ridge seriously ponders his next move in regard to Brooke, though. Michael asks Grant if he is secretly hoping to marry Brooke after all, but he avoids a straight answer. After comforting Thorne over his family drama, Macy has a very different suggestion for her husband: she wants to have a baby. Thorne is ecstatic. Bridget tells Ridge that all she wants for Christmas is for them to get married. The little girl also gives this information to Brooke over the telephone. Thus, Brooke pleads with a speechless Ridge to build a future together.
—Torsten B. Tomaschek