00:00patient remains committed to working through issues of distrust
00:07he's letting go of past transgressions both professionally and personally
00:14i'm happy with deacon's progress but we're still going to have to attend to um did i
00:22really hear that right you're still seeing deacon as a patient
00:27i have to get downstairs to meet the new vendor on it i can't find my phone
00:38baby have you seen it anywhere
00:43i could have grabbed that for you grabbed why this is a lot more fun anyway
00:57i have a question for you
01:05it's about taylor
01:09what's going on with you two
01:16the luna situation was really difficult for all of us
01:31must be nice for him to have someone to really lean on
01:34my girlfriend is understanding it's you
01:37r.j. forrester
01:40and so it's true
01:44the golden boy is back
01:47oh
04:27Is everything okay?
04:29Yes.
04:29Yeah, everything's okay.
04:31I just have something I would like to ask you directly.
04:35What exactly is going on between you and Taylor?
04:46Listen, we talked about this, Mom, after I saw you and Deacon together.
04:50You can't be with him.
04:52You know that, right?
04:53You know what, R.J., you're right.
05:05I am the luckiest guy in the world, because not only is Elektra the most amazing woman that I've ever met, but for whatever reason, she chose me.
05:13So, R.J., what about you?
05:19Still globetrotting?
05:21No, I'll actually be sticking around for a while.
05:24Really?
05:25Really?
05:25Well, hey, I know that our dads don't really get along.
05:32Yeah.
05:32Let's put them out there.
05:34Right.
05:34And I say this because I'm actually a part of the Forrester Creations team.
05:40And I'm assuming that you and I are going to be working together.
05:45So, I think it'd be good for business if you and I decided to not behave like our dads.
05:50Sounds good to me.
05:54Cool.
05:57Now, are we still on for dinner tonight?
06:00Yeah.
06:01I got a couple things I got to finish up here, so I'll call you when I'm on my way.
06:05Okay.
06:06I'm going to get home, get started on that teriyaki chicken you like.
06:08Oh, yes.
06:09I can't wait.
06:10And I can't wait to see you later tonight.
06:20So, we'll re-evaluate the pinot count as the weather gets a little warmer, but for now, this is great.
06:29Excellent.
06:30Thank you so much.
06:31Okay.
06:32I know, I always take it.
06:33Always.
06:36Hey, can I get you to take this to the bathroom for me?
06:42Thanks.
06:50You know what?
06:56It's like you just know when I need to talk to somebody.
07:00Oh, sorry to say.
07:01It's the takeout that brought me in today.
07:03Well, you know what?
07:04I'm glad to see you either way, so.
07:06Drop out.
07:07I get you a drink while you wait.
07:09Sure.
07:09And I can fill you in on all the latest with Deacon and me.
07:14Okay.
07:15Had me a word there for a second, kiddo.
07:18Something was wrong.
07:19So, tell me, how's married life?
07:22I'm guessing good, great, grand, amazing.
07:26Mm-hmm.
07:27I see what you're doing here.
07:29But to answer your question, things at home with Liam are wonderful.
07:34Good.
07:36Good.
07:36And I know a little girl who's absolutely thrilled that her parents are back together.
07:40Gosh, Beth's positivity and her enthusiasm are rather infectious, so.
07:46I could definitely use a little of that in my life.
07:50I really need to see my granddaughter.
07:53Yeah, well, I know she'd love to see you.
07:56But you do know my boundary with that.
07:59Yeah, I know Sheila.
08:00I know.
08:01Yeah.
08:02Also, you know what I would really love?
08:05What's that?
08:06For you to not evade my original question?
08:13I spoke with Deke.
08:17I didn't know what Deke would have told you.
08:19Is it true?
08:20You and Taylor.
08:29Mom, I thought we agreed dropping Deacon as a patient was the only way to move forward.
08:35I don't expect you to understand, Steffi.
08:38But I'm proud of what I've accomplished with Deacon.
08:41And there's more that he and I can do together.
08:44Professionally.
08:45Only professionally.
08:47Okay, even if I believe you can actually move past your feelings for Deacon, then.
08:55Mom, have you even thought about Sheila?
08:57Really?
08:59Do you know what she would do if she found out?
09:01Of course, it's a valid concern.
09:03But Deacon is still committed to his marriage.
09:06He has faith in her.
09:08And do you?
09:11Exactly.
09:12Just because Sheila got shot, it doesn't give her a clean slate.
09:17We both know what she's capable of.
09:20And that's why I'm always going to be leery of Sheila.
09:23She could snap.
09:25She could go crazy.
09:27Especially the thought of losing Deacon.
09:29Hi, Will.
09:48Oh, hey, Dylan.
09:49Don't mean to intrude, just doing some laundry.
09:52Yeah, I see that.
09:53You're not intruding, though.
09:55Can I get you anything?
09:56No, thanks.
09:56It smells amazing.
10:00Oh, thank you.
10:01Yeah, I was actually making dinner for Electra and me.
10:04She's had a tough week, so I wanted to do something special.
10:07Sweet.
10:08She's lucky to have you.
10:10I'll make sure to give you to your privacy tonight.
10:15I understand.
10:17Yeah, we have a deadline to meet.
10:21Sure.
10:22I'll cancel my plans for tonight.
10:25Yeah.
10:25Yeah, I'll let you know later.
10:27Okay.
10:28Bye.
10:32Not crying or anything, but it sounds like that wasn't exactly what you expected.
10:39Is everything okay?
10:42I'll be fine.
10:44It was my Aunt Ivy.
10:45We're down to the wire for prep, and she needs me to stay late.
10:50It means no chicken teriyaki for you tonight, huh?
10:59Honey, you're jumpy to conclusions.
11:02I pose no actual threat to Sheila losing Deacon.
11:05Nothing has happened between us.
11:07Yet.
11:07I can see it in your eyes, ma'am.
11:10Okay, okay, yes.
11:11I started to feel something that I haven't felt since your father, and I'm aware that
11:16I can't, that I won't act on it, but it did remind me that I can feel that way about
11:20someone, that losing Ridge didn't break me.
11:23Mom, look, I want you to move on, okay?
11:25I want you to be happy, but Deacon is the wrong guy.
11:31You can't get involved with Sheila's husband.
11:43What's wrong?
11:45Is there trouble in your marriage again?
11:48No.
11:52Maybe I...
11:53I don't know.
11:55It's good news, then.
11:58I didn't say that.
12:02Well, what happened?
12:04Last time we spoke, you were so open to my advice.
12:07So ready to allow yourself to believe you deserve Deacon's love.
12:12What happened?
12:14I did deserve it.
12:15At least I...
12:16I really want to believe that.
12:20I just...
12:21I wish that Hope and Deacon were more supportive.
12:25Come on, Dad.
12:28I know all about the conversation you had with me.
12:30Your brother was supposed to keep that conversation to himself.
12:33Okay, please don't be upset with him.
12:35I told him that in privacy, and he...
12:37He agreed not to say anything to anybody.
12:40But, Dad, it's me.
12:41I know, honey.
12:45I'm sorry.
12:47It's...
12:48This is complicated.
12:51I know.
12:52And it wouldn't have mattered anyway, because Steffi came to me about it.
12:56She saw you and Taylor together.
12:58Look, I don't know what Steffi heard or saw or what she believes.
13:01I...
13:02Dad, it doesn't matter.
13:05I know this is a very, very delicate situation.
13:09I know.
13:11I just don't want you to deny yourself.
13:17You're always telling me to follow my heart.
13:19And that is a big reason why I am married to Liam again, so thank you.
13:28But as your daughter, and I love and care about you,
13:34I just want you to be happy.
13:38And if Taylor is that for you, if you and Taylor really do have something,
13:44that I'm going to support you in that.
14:08Hey, if you're just leaving the office, it's going to be perfect timing.
14:12I really wish that's why I was calling.
14:14Okay, so you're getting in late.
14:17That's fine.
14:18I'll keep the food hot.
14:20No, I have to work late.
14:22I won't be there for dinner.
14:24Okay, well, come over whenever then.
14:27I don't care what time it is.
14:29I just want to see you.
14:30I really want to see you too, Will, but...
14:33But what?
14:34Is there a problem with you being here?
14:36I just get this feeling like my Aunt Ivy doesn't approve.
14:39And if she doesn't approve, then what does Eric think?
14:41And what do the rest of the Forresters think?
14:44Does any of this really matter?
14:46It does to me.
14:48It may seem silly worrying about what my family thinks, but I just respect them all so much.
14:55And I have seen my friends lose themselves in relationships.
14:59And I cherish our connection way too much to let that happen to me.
15:05To us.
15:08Please tell me you understand.
15:09I do.
15:10I do understand.
15:11Alexa, I want you to feel safe.
15:13I want you to feel comfortable.
15:14I love you.
15:16Now, don't get me wrong.
15:17I do wish you were falling asleep in my arms tonight, right?
15:21Well, I'll be there in spirit.
15:23And save me a piece of your teriyaki chicken.
15:25Okay.
15:26Will do.
15:27Bye now.
15:35I will.
15:36Hey.
15:37Is everything okay?
15:47You can't be surprised that Deacon's family isn't told about your marriage, Sheila.
15:52Cool.
15:53Thank you for stating the obviously.
15:56Well, you clearly need a reminding.
15:58I mean, look, it could be a while before his children come around.
16:02They do it all.
16:03Well, yeah, I can imagine that's a heart pill to swallow, but he really values their opinions.
16:13If you and Deacon are truly committed, Sheila, it'll protect that regardless of what anyone says.
16:22It's true.
16:24And we already do have somebody very substantial on our corner.
16:28I am so grateful that Taylor is supportive of Deacon and me.
16:36We are not messing with Sheila.
16:39I had to draw the line with Finn, and now I'm drawing the line with you.
16:42You need to cut off contact with Hope's dad.
16:45Steffi!
16:46Sheila could be set off at any moment, and that could be extremely dangerous for us.
16:51Especially for you.
16:52You need to drop Deacon as a patient.
16:59You are worthy of a woman like Taylor, and let's be honest here, she is a bit of a big step up from Sheila.
17:09Okay, I'm well aware of how you and your brother feel about my wife.
17:13Be honest.
17:15Can you really disagree with me here?
17:17Look, I'll say this.
17:20Taylor is a remarkable woman.
17:25I knew it.
17:26I knew it.
17:27Slow down.
17:28Oh, come on.
17:29I'm a married man.
17:31Although I will say that seeking Taylor out for professional help is one of the smartest things I ever did.
17:37You know, she really made an impact on me about how I look at my life, how I see myself.
17:47You know, for a long time, I didn't think I was worthy of success or love.
17:55And I was basing this on like an old version of myself, but now I see it so clearly, thanks to her.
18:03I see how hard I've worked, how far I've come.
18:06And you know what?
18:07I do deserve it.
18:10That's incredible.
18:13And I have developed feelings for Taylor.
18:21You know, I've thought about what a life with her would be like, but I can't go there.
18:26I can't hope it's too dangerous.
18:32And I'm not talking about for me.
18:35I'm talking about for Taylor.
18:37Sheila would go nuts.
18:41And that makes me afraid for Taylor.
18:43Who knows what Sheila will do if she finds out about you and Deacon.
18:54You could say it's nothing.
18:56You could say it's purely professional.
18:58It's just a friendship.
18:59I don't care.
19:01This whole thing is not safe.
19:05I can't lose you, mom.
19:07I won't lose you.
19:08I won't lose you.
19:08I won't lose you.
19:13I won't lose you.
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