EPISODIUM
Brooke wants to know why Whip announced he's the father of her baby, warns him this isn't going to get him a promotion. Brooke refuses to tell him who the real father is, orders him not to talk to reporters. Bridget tries to make sense of what's happened. She notes that Deacon doesn't seem that surprised, wonders what he knows about the situation. Eric, Thorne & Kristen try to figure out how to put a positive spin on the story, but Ridge insists that after today, Forrester Creations as they know it no longer exists. Eric insists that he's choosing his battles, but meanwhile he's working for the success of the company. Stephanie can't believe how alienated she feels from her own family. Massimo points out that she can never respect Eric after this. Massimo tells Ridge that his future is not at Forrester Creations and he thinks Ridge finally realizes that. Deacon confronts Whip and warns him not to hurt Brooke if he wants to stay alive.