Clarke has a tough time dousing the many fires around him: First, Ridge picks up on the conflict between him and Kristen so he tells his wife's brother to stay out of his marriage. Clarke then pays a visit to Spectra Fashions where he manages to charm ditsy secretary Darla, but fails to score any points with the boss. Sally bluntly explains to Clarke that she is not interested in getting her money back. She wants the promised six Forrester original designs so that she can alter and copy them for nationwide release in boutiques just in time for the Forrester showing. Clarke chokes when Sally reiterates that their deal is still on and that he knows perfectly well how she is treating anyone who is not holding up to his promise. Finally, Kristen informs Clarke that she did not open up to Ridge, yet this is no sign that she is willing to fight for their marriage. Stephanie fills Thorne in on Brooke's plans for Ridge's birthday. Thorne then confirms to his mother that his relationship with Caroline is back on track. Stephanie later walks in on Caroline and drops a bombshell by announcing that she is hopeful that Caroline will give her the first grandchild with Thorne soon.
—Torsten B. Tomaschek