At the chic Il Giardino restaurant, Deacon takes a leap of faith and pops the question to Sheila, saying, "Marry me." Sheila, however, reminds him of their agreement not to see each other. Deacon believes that neither of them truly wanted to stay apart and that their love is real. He looks into Sheila's eyes and passionately asks her, "Sheila, I want you to be my wife. Marry me." 

Meanwhile, at Forrester Creations, Hope is caught in a web of complexity as she discusses the recent events with Ridge and Brooke. She reveals that Taylor walked in on her and Thomas, and now Taylor is aware of their budding relationship. 

In the design office, Thomas takes a stand and asserts his right to make decisions about his life, even if it involves his romantic choices. Taylor questions whether Hope's interest in Thomas is driven by her mother's influence and her status as a Forrester. Thomas finds amusement in this notion and points out that attraction is not determined by genetics. Taylor, however, is not talking about genetics but rather the dynamics of power within relationships. She hints at Brooke's pursuit of Ridge from the moment they met. Despite his mother's concerns, Thomas is confident that Hope's intentions are genuine. 

In another corner of Forrester Creations, Hope faces an uncomfortable situation. She learns that Brooke and Ridge had already informed Taylor about her involvement with Thomas. Brooke vehemently asserts that she will not let Taylor blame Hope for their relationship and will not accept any accusations against her daughter. Ridge believes that Taylor's concern is centered on her son and the history he shares with Hope. Brooke is determined to defend Hope's position and absolve Thomas of any blame. Hope clarifies that she was visibly uncomfortable when Taylor walked in on them. Ridge empathizes with Hope's feelings, acknowledging that none of them are thrilled about the situation. Brooke firmly opposes the idea of Taylor blaming Hope, suggesting that Taylor may be projecting her concerns onto the situation. 

In their intimate discussion, Taylor reminds Thomas of his past fixation on Hope, and Thomas responds with exasperation, "That's never going to die, is it?" He admits that he has changed and feels like his life is finally falling into place. Taylor is worried and questions whether Hope feels the same way about him. Thomas is convinced that they have a future together, especially since Hope chose to end her relationship with Liam. He earnestly pleads with his mother, "I'm happy, Mom. Please, just be happy for me." Taylor embraces her son but can't help but harbor concerns. 

Back at Il Giardino, Sheila responds to Deacon's heartfelt proposal with a heavy heart. She asks him to stand and tells him that she loves him deeply but cannot say yes. Sheila's love for Deacon is so profound that she cannot allow him to jeopardize everything for her. She is unwilling to let him sacrifice his relationship with Hope, his grandchildren, and his restaurant for her. Sheila states firmly, "And I would never ask you to." 

Deacon, however, is undeterred and expresses his disappointment at Sheila's refusal. He emphasizes that he doesn't need protection; he needs her by his side. Sheila's voice trembles as she admits, "I'm bad, Deacon. Deep down, I'm bad." Deacon, on the other hand, sees something different in her. Sheila reflects on their past actions and questions whether they both have their eyes closed to the truth. Deacon, who believes he has turned his life around, encourages Sheila to see the potential for change in herself. He reassures her with unwavering love and promises to stand up for her, just as she has stood up for him. Deacon's devotion is evident as he pledges to love her until the end of his days. Sheila finally relents and says, "Yes," with tears in her eyes. They share a passionate kiss, celebrating their love and commitment. 

Back at Forrester Creations, the tension continues as Taylor confronts Hope about her relationship with Thomas. Taylor's concern is palpable as she questions whether Hope is leading Thomas on. Hope reassures Taylor that they are both consenting adults and parents who share a child. She appreciates being with someone who prioritizes her and emphasizes that there are no expectations in their relationship. 

In the design office, Thomas expresses his gratitude to Taylor for checking in on him but acknowledges that Steffy, Kelly, and Hayes need her more at the moment. They share a heartfelt embrace, and Thomas departs. Shortly after, Hope arrives and inquires about Thomas's whereabouts. Taylor explains that he had a conference call for their line, and Hope brushes it off, noting that she has a lot on her plate. Taylor then raises a more profound question, wondering if Hope's complicated relationship with her son has slipped her mind. She highlights that Thomas is deeply in love with Hope and asks whether Hope envisions a future with him. Taylor is curious whether Hope's actions are a phase or if she is genuinely committed to Thomas. She urges Hope to communicate her intentions clearly to Thomas to avoid giving him false hope. 

Hope listens attentively and acknowledges Taylor's concerns. She assures Taylor that she understands the gravity of the situation. Taylor draws parallels between Hope's past with Liam and her current relationship with Thomas, emphasizing that Thomas deserves to know where he stands. Hope responds by affirming that Thomas is well aware of his place in her life. She discloses that, for now, she is focused on discovering her own identity and desires. Taylor's expression hints at a mixture of emotions, and Hope opens up about her insecurities regarding Liam and Steffy's relationship. However, she clarifies that her marriage ended for reasons unrelated to Liam's feelings for Steffy. Instead, it was Liam's love for two different women that troubled her. She appreciates being with a man who wholeheartedly prioritizes her and makes her feel secure. Hope emphasizes that she has communicated her feelings to Thomas and that there are no hidden expectations in their relationship. She asserts that anyone accusing her of leading him on is mistaken and even suggests that Taylor may see her as resembling her mother. 

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At the chic Il Giardino restaurant, Deacon takes a leap of faith and pops the question to Sheila, saying, "Marry me." Sheila, however, reminds him of their agreement not to see each other. Deacon believes that neither of them truly wanted to stay apart and that their love is real. He looks into Sheila's eyes and passionately asks her, "Sheila, I want you to be my wife. Marry me." 

Meanwhile, at Forrester Creations, Hope is caught in a web of complexity as she discusses the recent events with Ridge and Brooke. She reveals that Taylor walked in on her and Thomas, and now Taylor is aware of their budding relationship. 

In the design office, Thomas takes a stand and asserts his right to make decisions about his life, even if it involves his romantic choices. Taylor questions whether Hope's interest in Thomas is driven by her mother's influence and her status as a Forrester. Thomas finds amusement in this notion and points out that attraction is not determined by genetics. Taylor, however, is not talking about genetics but rather the dynamics of power within relationships. She hints at Brooke's pursuit of Ridge from the moment they met. Despite his mother's concerns, Thomas is confident that Hope's intentions are genuine. 

In another corner of Forrester Creations, Hope faces an uncomfortable situation. She learns that Brooke and Ridge had already informed Taylor about her involvement with Thomas. Brooke vehemently asserts that she will not let Taylor blame Hope for their relationship and will not accept any accusations against her daughter. Ridge believes that Taylor's concern is centered on her son and the history he shares with Hope. Brooke is determined to defend Hope's position and absolve Thomas of any blame. Hope clarifies that she was visibly uncomfortable when Taylor walked in on them. Ridge empathizes with Hope's feelings, acknowledging that none of them are thrilled about the situation. Brooke firmly opposes the idea of Taylor blaming Hope, suggesting that Taylor may be projecting her concerns onto the situation. 

In their intimate discussion, Taylor reminds Thomas of his past fixation on Hope, and Thomas responds with exasperation, "That's never going to die, is it?" He admits that he has changed and feels like his life is finally falling into place. Taylor is worried and questions whether Hope feels the same way about him. Thomas is convinced that they have a future together, especially since Hope chose to end her relationship with Liam. He earnestly pleads with his mother, "I'm happy, Mom. Please, just be happy for me." Taylor embraces her son but can't help but harbor concerns. 

Back at Il Giardino, Sheila responds to Deacon's heartfelt proposal with a heavy heart. She asks him to stand and tells him that she loves him deeply but cannot say yes. Sheila's love for Deacon is so profound that she cannot allow him to jeopardize everything for her. She is unwilling to let him sacrifice his relationship with Hope, his grandchildren, and his restaurant for her. Sheila states firmly, "And I would never ask you to." 

Deacon, however, is undeterred and expresses his disappointment at Sheila's refusal. He emphasizes that he doesn't need protection; he needs her by his side. Sheila's voice trembles as she admits, "I'm bad, Deacon. Deep down, I'm bad." Deacon, on the other hand, sees something different in her. Sheila reflects on their past actions and questions whether they both have their eyes closed to the truth. Deacon, who believes he has turned his life around, encourages Sheila to see the potential for change in herself. He reassures her with unwavering love and promises to stand up for her, just as she has stood up for him. Deacon's devotion is evident as he pledges to love her until the end of his days. Sheila finally relents and says, "Yes," with tears in her eyes. They share a passionate kiss, celebrating their love and commitment. 

Back at Forrester Creations, the tension continues as Taylor confronts Hope about her relationship with Thomas. Taylor's concern is palpable as she questions whether Hope is leading Thomas on. Hope reassures Taylor that they are both consenting adults and parents who share a child. She appreciates being with someone who prioritizes her and emphasizes that there are no expectations in their relationship. 

In the design office, Thomas expresses his gratitude to Taylor for checking in on him but acknowledges that Steffy, Kelly, and Hayes need her more at the moment. They share a heartfelt embrace, and Thomas departs. Shortly after, Hope arrives and inquires about Thomas's whereabouts. Taylor explains that he had a conference call for their line, and Hope brushes it off, noting that she has a lot on her plate. Taylor then raises a more profound question, wondering if Hope's complicated relationship with her son has slipped her mind. She highlights that Thomas is deeply in love with Hope and asks whether Hope envisions a future with him. Taylor is curious whether Hope's actions are a phase or if she is genuinely committed to Thomas. She urges Hope to communicate her intentions clearly to Thomas to avoid giving him false hope. 

Hope listens attentively and acknowledges Taylor's concerns. She assures Taylor that she understands the gravity of the situation. Taylor draws parallels between Hope's past with Liam and her current relationship with Thomas, emphasizing that Thomas deserves to know where he stands. Hope responds by affirming that Thomas is well aware of his place in her life. She discloses that, for now, she is focused on discovering her own identity and desires. Taylor's expression hints at a mixture of emotions, and Hope opens up about her insecurities regarding Liam and Steffy's relationship. However, she clarifies that her marriage ended for reasons unrelated to Liam's feelings for Steffy. Instead, it was Liam's love for two different women that troubled her. She appreciates being with a man who wholeheartedly prioritizes her and makes her feel secure. Hope emphasizes that she has communicated her feelings to Thomas and that there are no hidden expectations in their relationship. She asserts that anyone accusing her of leading him on is mistaken and even suggests that Taylor may see her as resembling her mother.