Eric Forrester’s world shifts dramatically after a harsh rejection from Ridge, and that single moment sets the stage for a bold and unexpected alliance—one engineered by none other than Bill Spencer. As the tension at Forrester Creations deepens, Bill wastes no time stepping into the chaos with a plan so outrageous and sharp-edged that only he could imagine it. And to his surprise, Eric and Katie become the perfect pieces in his vision for a fashion revolution.

Bill begins his move quietly but strategically. He catches Katie in the hallway at Forrester, speaking to her with a calm, persuasive warmth that hides his true intentions. He paints a picture of Spencer Publications rising again with her at the helm—reminding her of the power they once shared, the success they built, and the natural rhythm they had as partners. He recalls her strength, her leadership, and how deeply Spencer still needs her voice. Katie listens closely, torn between her hard-earned place at Forrester and the magnetic pull of what she once had with Bill.

Then he says the one thing that softens her defenses: returning to Spencer could bring stability for their son, Will. The thought lingers with her, stirring emotions that blend practicality with old memories. Still, Katie senses that Bill is playing a bigger game. Something larger, something strategic. And she’s right—because the moment Bill overhears news of the growing divide between Ridge and Eric, everything changes.

Ridge pushing Eric toward retirement is all the ammunition Bill needs. Ridge has always been one of his greatest rivals—blocking business expansions, interfering in personal matters, and constantly undercutting Spencer power. Now Eric feels betrayed, discarded, dismissed by the son he once championed. Bill recognizes opportunity instantly.

He heads straight to the Forrester estate, surprisingly gentle at first, acknowledging Eric’s pain, but smoothly transitioning into a radical offer. With sharp conviction, he tells Eric that he deserves to create, not fade away into the background of the company he built. Eric listens, stunned, as Bill unveils a bold plan: join forces and launch a brand-new fashion house—one strong enough to challenge Ridge’s control and maybe even surpass Forrester Creations entirely.

It’s wild, risky, nearly unthinkable… yet the spark in Eric’s eyes betrays how tempting the idea truly is.

Bill leans in further, weaving Katie and Will into this new future. He argues that Katie’s experience and reputation would give the new company instant legitimacy. Even Will, he suggests, could shape the future of the Spencer legacy as a younger visionary. Katie can hardly believe what she’s hearing—Bill wants her, their son, and Eric to build an empire that could reshape the entire fashion industry.

Pulling Bill aside, she demands clarity. Is this about business, or is he trying to pull her back into his world emotionally? His response, surprisingly soft, is both unsettling and honest: he wants her with him, and he wants Ridge to feel the consequences of what he’s done to Eric.

Meanwhile, Eric can’t shake the humiliation from Ridge’s retirement stunt. He remembers his own son brushing off his concerns, insisting the younger generation should take the reins, almost as if Eric himself had become obsolete. The line echoes painfully in his mind: They think I’m finished.

Bill’s proposal becomes harder to dismiss. Joining him wouldn’t just be a business move—it would be a declaration of independence. A reclamation of legacy. A way to design freely without being pushed aside.

But the emotional weight is enormous. Eric is fiercely loyal to his family, and the thought of going to war with Ridge tears at him. The decision would fracture the Forresters in ways that may never fully heal. He paces the mansion alone, wrestling with loyalty, pride, betrayal, and the desire to protect his life’s work.

As the week progresses, tension rises on all sides. Bill waits impatiently, confident that Eric will accept. Katie battles a storm of conflicting feelings—between ambition, stability, and the emotional pull of both men. And Ridge, unaware of the storm forming behind his back, continues on as if nothing is shifting beneath him.

If Eric decides to walk away and partner with Bill, Los Angeles will witness a fashion war unlike anything before. Forrester versus Forrester. Father versus son. Legacy against legacy. And in the center, Bill Spencer—smirking, calculating, and ready to reshape the industry.

So the question remains: Should Eric take Bill’s offer and start a rival fashion empire that could shatter the Forrester dynasty forever?