Taylor becomes concerned when she witnesses Sheila's intense hatred of Brooke. Brooke breaks down to Ridge and Hope that she broke her sobriety on New Year's Eve.
The trajectory of Brooke's life will change as she makes a decision. Hope is feeling responsible for Brooke's relapse as she is comforted by Liam. Paris has a surprise visit from a family member thanks to Zende.
Zende wonders if Paris is interested in someone else which makes Carter uncomfortable. Hope warns Taylor and Steffy about interfering Ridge and Brooke.
Paris is uneasy thinking about Zende's motive in arranging a family reunion for her. A fierce argument with Hope spurs Steffy to urge Taylor to fight for Ridge.
Memories of her secret night with Deacon torment Brooke. Brooke has a surprise visit from Taylor who brings an offer of friendship and professional help.
Taylor's suspicions of Sheila's obsessive questions about Brooke cause Sheila to cover. Seeing Zende's encounter with another woman makes Paris question her own intentions.
Finn puts Steffy on the spot when he asks her who she'd prefer to be the father of her child. Thomas comforts Hope after overhearing her heartbreaking conversation with Liam.
Carter and Paris have a heart-to-heart about where their relationship is headed. Ridge takes comfort in Taylor's company and Steffy plots to bring Brooke down.
Sheila gloats about Brooke's infidelity and gives Taylor her full support. As she strives to calm the situation, Ridge reaches his breaking point with Brooke.