The Bold and the Beautiful is once again setting the stage for a major upheaval at the Forrester mansion, and this time it’s Ridge who lights the fuse. Just when fans thought peace might finally settle in, Ridge decides it’s the perfect moment to do the one thing guaranteed to provoke an emotional explosion—tell Eric Forrester that it’s time for him to step aside and retire. Instead of hearing it as a respectful suggestion or a loving nudge, Eric interprets the conversation as a slap in the face. And that’s exactly how the next phase of their father-son feud erupts.

Ridge’s well-intentioned “go enjoy your golden years” speech doesn’t come across as heartfelt or gentle. It lands with the subtlety of a brick. The December 1st episode promises a heated confrontation, as Eric refuses to quietly fade into the background. Ridge seems to believe he’s simply reminding his father of the natural order—Eric built the company, Ridge took over, and now the new era belongs to him. But Eric isn’t buying that storyline, not anymore.

This isn’t the first time Ridge has tried to shuffle Eric toward the sidelines. Fans will recall the emotional arc last year when Eric was gravely ill and Ridge began treating him like a fragile relic. That led to their epic fashion showdown—Eric’s legacy on one side, Ridge’s pride and ambition on the other. When Ridge discovered his father was dying, he deliberately stepped back and allowed Eric to win the design competition. Everyone rallied around Eric as if it were his final curtain call. Eric himself admitted the victory meant more to him than words could express. It was supposed to be Ridge’s compassionate farewell gift.

But that story took an unexpected turn: Eric survived. Not only did he live, he made a miraculous recovery. And that changed everything. Instead of embracing a life of golf outings, dinners with Donna, and leisurely days at the club, Eric regained his fire. He felt reenergized and ready to create again. For him, surviving wasn’t merely a lucky break—it was a rebirth. Now he wants to reclaim every ounce of influence he once held at Forrester Creations.

That’s precisely where things combust in the week of December 1st. Ridge is acting as though the company is solidly under his command. He sees himself as the decision-maker, the rightful leader, and he believes gently easing Eric into a quieter role is the natural next step. In Ridge’s mind, he’s simply protecting the business and honoring his father by giving him time to enjoy life. But Eric sees it very differently.

Eric makes it crystal clear that he has no intention of walking away. He tells Ridge that surviving a near-death experience changes a person, and it’s not something Ridge could ever understand. Being told that his creative spark should be dimmed just when he feels it burning brightest feels like betrayal. Eric wants to spend his second chance doing what he loves most—designing, steering the company, and continuing his legacy, not being tucked away like an old trophy.

Ridge views Eric’s determination as interference, a threat to the stability of the company, and possibly even a danger to its future. He believes Eric is meddling in decisions that should now belong to him. Their opposing viewpoints trigger a new round of power struggles, and their tension spills over into the business itself. Company insiders begin to sense the friction, and B&B spoilers hint that this renewed conflict could create serious complications for Forrester Creations.

With egos clashing and emotions running high, the central question becomes: What will fall apart first? Will Ridge and Eric irreparably damage their already fragile relationship? Will the corporate structure the family relies on begin to crack? Or will the company itself be dragged into yet another internal war that threatens its stability?

One thing is certain—this battle for control won’t be quiet, simple, or short-lived. Both men have something deeply personal at stake. Ridge wants to assert the authority he believes he’s earned, while Eric refuses to let anyone—not even his own son—dictate the terms of his legacy. As December unfolds, fans can expect fireworks, emotional standoffs, and potentially life-altering decisions that reshape the power dynamics at Forrester Creations. The Eric-Ridge rivalry is officially back, and this round may end with far more than the CEO title on the line.