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♪♪ >> Hope: You really didnt have

to do this for us.

>> Pam: Of course I did.

I made your favorite brownies, Hope.

Vegan for you, Liam.

>> Liam: Oh! Thanks, Pam.

>> Brooke: Everyone wanted to let you know how much

youve been missed.

>> Quinn: And how sorry we are.

>> Emma: The whole team signed the card.

>> Eric: Coming back to work is a big step.

We wanted it to be as welcoming as possible.

>> Quinn: You have a strong support system here.

>> Taylor: Youve been holding her since you

walked in the door.

>> Ridge: Why dont you tell your grandma to just take it

easy and wait her turn?

>> Steffy: We have enough grandbabies to go around.

[ Phoebe cries ] >> Taylor: Hello!

>> Ridge: [ Shushing ] >> Taylor: Aw, yes.

>> Ridge: Both these guys are pretty special, arent they?

>> Steffy: [ Sighs ] They are, arent they?

>> Ridge: You know I wasnt crazy about this whole

adoption thing, but look how amazing this is.

Its all because of you.

You and your contact.

[ Phoebe fussing ] What are you telling me?

What are you telling me?

What is it?

What are you telling me?

Its okay.

>> Dorian: Hey, Xander.

>> Xander: Hey, Dorian.

Thank you.

Howd you like your first photo shoot, huh?

>> Dorian: It was great.

Thanks for the tips.

>> Xander: Yeah, yeah. Any time.

>> Dorian: I really hope they like what they got.

>> Xander: Im sure they did.

Ill, uh -- Ill text you when I hear something.

>> Dorian: Cool.

Thanks again, man.

>> Xander: Yeah.

See ya.

>> Zoe: [ Sighs ] I just realized that we were

supposed to give a list of all the pieces that we used to

Quinn.

>> Xander: I, uh -- I think shes upstairs with

Hope and Liam.

>> Zoe: Right.

They are back.

>> Xander: Yeah.

>> Zoe: How are they doing?

>> Xander: Losing a baby?

I cant imagine.

>> Zoe: I know its not the same, but this did have

a big impact on my dad, too.

>> Xander: Is that why he went back to London?

>> Zoe: Well, thats part of it, Im sure.

You know, he wasnt the same after.

Though I do think that there was something else going on

even before that.

He just wasnt telling me what it was.

Now [Sighs] I hope that I can find some answers for myself.

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>> Xander: Your dad gave you his key?

>> Zoe: Not exactly.

The hospital called.

They said that he left a few things in his locker, and

they were just gonna send them to his address on file.

But I said Id pick them up.

>> Xander: Sneaky.

>> Zoe: Yeah, to be honest, Im just really worried about

him, Xander.

Taking off the way he did, I dont know.

Im just hoping that he left something behind at his flat

that could just tell me whats been going on with him.

>> Taylor: Honey, if you want to go lie down, we can watch the

girls for you.

[ Kelly babbling ] >> Steffy: Ah, I appreciate

the offer.

But every moment with them is a blessing.

Especially now.

After everything Hope and Liam are going through.

>> Hope: You really are too kind.

>> Quinn: Nonsense.

We wanted to rally for you.

>> Emma: Everyone on the team is really excited to see you.

>> Liam: You know, I think, um --

I think getting back to work will be good.

>> Eric: You two have given so much to this company.

I think its really important that Forrester continue to be a

place where you can feel supported and inspired.

You can jump right in with two feet or you can take your time.

Whatever you like.

Just remember that its a place where youre surrounded by

people who want only the best for you.

You, young lady, have a very special place in our hearts.

Your line has literally provided hope for so many people.

Its time for some of that hope to come back to you.

>> Xander: Thank you, Greg.

Appreciate it.

Hi.

>> Zoe: Hey.

You know, my dad was deeply affected by the loss of Hopes

child.

Im -- Im really not denying that.

>> Xander: But you dont think thats the whole story.

>> Zoe: Well, Im not surprised that he took it so hard,

because hes always genuinely cared for the patients and the

babies that hes delivered.

Its actually one thing I really love about him.

But I do think that there was something else going on.

>> Xander: Yeah, it was kind of strange that he didnt want you

to know about where he was staying.

>> Zoe: Well, he did say that it was temporary.

But that doesnt really explain why he had to keep it a secret.

>> Xander: Well, if he went back to London, its not even his

anymore, right?

>> Zoe: Theres actually a few months left on the lease.

>> Xander: What, he couldnt get out of it?

>> Zoe: I dont even think he tried.

Its just still there.

>> Xander: Why would he want to keep it?

>> Zoe: Well, theres only one way to find out.

>> Xander: [ Sighs ] Its an empty flat, Zoe.

>> Zoe: Yeah, but maybe theres something he left behind there.

He kept this place a secret for a reason.

Hes hiding something, Xander.

And Im to find out what it is.

>> Steffy: The first time I held Phoebe, I just knew.

I knew she was gonna be Kellys little sister.

>> Taylor: Yep.

It was love at first sight.

>> Ridge: I have to admit, I felt that way, too.

>> Steffy: You know, Im not one to talk about fate or destiny,

but I really dont know how else to explain it.

Obviously I didnt say anything like that when Hope and Liam

were here.

>> Ridge: Howd that go?

>> Steffy: You know. [ Sighs ] It was emotional.

Especially for Hope.

But after all the pain and the loss, I-I think

it was good for her.

Phoebe seemed really comfortable in her arms.

And if shes up for it, I think Hope could play a really

important part in Phoebes life.

[ Cellphone chimes ] >> Brooke: Wow. You being here

has really caused a buzz around the office.

>> Hope: Hmm.

>> Emma: People want to know when they can stop by

and say hi.

>> Pam: Yeah, and dont be surprised if your loyal buyers

start calling, too.

>> Eric: Hm.

>> Quinn: Thats not the only thing that people have been

talking about.

>> Eric: Yeah.

Word has gotten out about Steffys adoption.

>> Liam: Ye-- Um...

Yeah, well, thats fine.

I mean, thats -- you know, its exciting news, so...

>> Hope: Its -- its all right.

We can talk about it.

>> Liam: [ Clears throat ] >> Hope: Phoebe is a

beautiful baby.

>> Brooke: Hope has already been there to see her.

>> Eric: That was very brave of you.

>> Hope: Well, I mean, Steffys really happy.

As she should be.

I mean, Phoebe is -- is like a little angel.

And, you know, shes gonna have an incredible life in this

family, and that is something worth talking about and

celebrating, and I dont want anyone to hold back

on my account.

Phoebe deserves as much love as she can get.

I mean, her smile is -- Its like a ray of sunshine.

She will bring a lot of light around here, just like...

our Beth would have done, so...

>> Eric: Quinn and I want to commend you on coming back to

work so soon.

>> Quinn: But if you needed more time, we would have understood.

>> Liam: You know, I think, um, were ready.

>> Hope: Yeah.

Getting out of the house, back into a routine,

back to my line...

>> Eric: Good.

I want to talk to you about that.

Ridge and I have been talking about Hope For The Future.

Um...

Your absence has made a few things more clear to us.

>> Hope: Well, he hasnt mentioned anything to me.

>> Eric: He wanted to wait until you were back in the office.

>> Hope: Okay. [ Sighs ] >> Eric: Well, it may not be

right, the timing, or it might be the perfect time.

I dont know.

But we want to bring back Hope For The Future,

get it all revved up again.

>> Hope: Wait, what?

>> Quinn: It wouldnt just benefit you.

It -- it would benefit the whole company.

>> Hope: But the allocations and --

>> Eric: No, were gonna, uh -- Were gonna increase the budget,

and well, uh...

Well put additional resources towards your next collection.

What do you say?

>> Liam: Yeah!

>> Hope: Mom -- Mom, did you know about this?

>> Brooke: [ Sighs ] I didnt want you to feel any

pressure to rush back.

>> Liam: I mean, Ridge has been reaching out to you

a lot lately.

It makes sense.

>> Brooke: Yes.

He loves you very much, and he respects your vision

and your strength.

>> Eric: And your line brings an energy and a spirit to the

company that we absolutely need.

>> Hope: [ Exhales ] I-I -- I dont know what to say.

Heh...

>> Eric: Look, we want to do everything we possibly can to

help you move forward, to get better with all this.

And if -- if throwing yourself back into work is what you need,

well give you as much work as you can possibly stand.

>> Liam: [ Chuckles ] >> Eric: But if you want to

relax with it, take your time, we can do that, too.

>> Quinn: Mm-hmm.

Well follow your lead.

>> Brooke: And the important thing for you to know is that

were all here for you, to help you get through

this difficult time.

>> Ridge: I didnt want to say anything, but part of me

thought this whole idea was a little crazy.

>> Steffy: Okay.

Thank you for keeping that to yourself.

>> Ridge: You know what I mean.

Adopting a baby so soon after you had Kelly?

It just seemed...

a bit of a challenge.

>> Taylor: Since when has our daughter ever shied away from

one of those?

>> Steffy: Dad has a point, though.

I did have a lot on my plate.

And if this opportunity hadnt come up, I dont know if I would

have gone through with it.

But the moment I held Phoebe, I knew.

I knew I wasnt turning back.

And I tried not to get too attached because I didnt know

if the birth mother was gonna change her mind.

But I didnt have a single doubt in mine.

I knew that little angel was mine.

I knew it.

>> Ridge: I was just surprised the adoption went through so

quickly.

>> Steffy: Oh, well, I was already in the process.

Mom helped me with that.

And I cant thank you enough.

Ill be forever grateful to you and to your contact.

And to the birth mother who brought this beautiful baby

into our lives.

>> Zoe: Hello?

What were you hiding?

[ Sighs ] [ Lock clicks ]

Who are you?

>> Flo: Who are you?

>> Flo: What are you doing in my apartment?

>> Zoe: Your apartment?

>> Flo: Im -- Im calling the cops.

>> Zoe: Okay, no, this is my fathers flat, so you need to

put the phone down and tell me what youre doing here.

>> Flo: You must be Zoe.

Reeses daughter?

>> Zoe: You know my dad?

>> Flo: Were old friends.

Does he know that youre here right now?

>> Zoe: Look, are you guys -- What?

Are you just subletting or are you living together?

>> Flo: If you have questions, you should probably ask him.

>> Zoe: Yeah, well, he wouldnt even give me the address.

And now I find out that hes been living with someone.

Listen, Zoe, if youre looking for your dad, hes not here.

He went back to London.

>> Zoe: And I know that, okay?

He told me before he was leaving.

But he didnt tell me about you.

So Im gonna ask you again -- Who are you and what

are you doing here?

And how are you even involved with my father?

>> Ridge: Just to be clear, Im not questioning this

adoption or anything about it.

>> Steffy: Carter took care of everything.

It was all completely aboveboard.

>> Ridge: I know that. I just -- Im curious about

the birth mother.

I didnt get to meet her.

You did and you did.

I just, um...

kind of wondered where your contact even met this lady.

[ Baby cries on monitor ] >> Steffy: Oh, its Phoebe.

Shes still getting used to the new home.

>> Ridge: Im not being judgmental.

>> Taylor: I know.

>> Ridge: Phoebes not the only one who has to adjust to things.

>> Taylor: I know what youre thinking.

I feel the same way.

Its a shame that Steffy is having to do this on her own.

>> Ridge: She has you.

>> Taylor: Yeah.

But Liam should be here with her.

>> Steffy: Thank goodness Kelly can sleep through almost

anything.

>> Taylor: Uh, that was your sister.

You were the fussy one.

>> Steffy: I was not fussy.

Neither is Phoebe.

Shes just acclimating.

>> Ridge: Both of you guys are doing a great job with her.

>> Steffy: I hope she knows how much I love her.

>> Taylor: Oh, honey, of course she does.

>> Steffy: I want her to feel safe and cared for.

I may not be her biological mother, but were family.

I wanted her as much as any mother could want a child.

Nobody could love her more.

One heartbeat.

Thats all it took, and I fell in love with her.

The moment I held her...

[ Chuckles ] ...I knew that you

belonged with me.

And with Kelly.

[ Sighs ] >> Hope: [ Inhales deeply ]

[ Sighs ] I dont know where to start.

>> Liam: I mean, its kind of exciting, isnt it?

>> Hope: Yeah, its exactly what I wanted -- renewed support

for my line.

>> Brooke: Sweetheart, if youre not ready for this --

>> Hope: No.

No, its not that, Mom.

Its just...

The last time I was in this office, I was pregnant with

Beth, and I was planning our weekend getaway to

Catalina Island, and we had everything to look forward to.

[ Sighs ] Gosh!

And I remember she was moving a lot that day.

It was like she was just as excited as -- as I was.

And [Gasps] we had our whole future ahead of us.

And I wasnt worried about anything.

You know, I was...

carefree and happy.

And now...

Now I dont know when this sadness will disappear.

>> Liam: Well, you know, going back to work, its not

gonna make the sadness disappear.

But it could turn down the volume a little bit.

>> Brooke: You have to listen to yourself.

If its too much, youll know.

Just trust your instincts.

>> Liam: Yeah.

Like you did with -- with Phoebe and Steffy.

Remember?

>> Hope: Well, I mean, going over there was hard, too.

[ Scoffs ] You know, I sat in that driveway

for what felt like an eternity?

I didnt know if I could -- if I could...

>> Liam: But you did.

You did go in.

And you were glad you did, werent you?

>> Hope: Yeah. Yeah.

Yeah, it was the right thing to do.

A-and I knew the instant I saw Steffy holding Phoebe,

and then...

when she put her in my arms -- oh, gosh!

>> Brooke: Oh, honey. Im sorry.

Maybe I shouldnt have suggested --

>> Hope: Oh, no. No.

It was a beautiful thing.

Really.

And I am happy for Steffy and Kelly.

And, Liam, this is a blessing for your family.

Its just that...

I cant forget that Beth was supposed to be Kellys

little sister, and now that Steffy is making all

these little -- all these plans for her little girl, and

were -- were not, um...

Phoebe is precious, and shes sweet,

but every second I held her, I couldnt, um...

I couldnt stop thinking about Beth, and how we lost our baby.

I couldnt stop thinking about Beth, and how we lost our baby.

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