With his laptop internal microphone switched on, Ridge asks Ricky boy if he has any more to say. Rick gloats that he is only getting started. Rick proceeds to tell Ridge that he needs to understand .this is the changing of the guard. Ridge has been Ridge Almighty .but not anymore as Steffy worships Rick. She would do anything for him. He has her eating out of his hand. And he warns Ridge that if he keeps fighting them, he will take Steffy and get the hell away from all of them so they will never see her again. With a smug look on his face, Ridge urges Rick to keep talking. Rick says it's not about two people in love, but revenge ..revenge for the years of pain that Ridge has inflicted on Rick and his mother. So when he's saying his vows in Ridge's little destiny-westiny spot on the beach, he's not even going to be looking at the bride, he's going to be looking at Ridge and seeing the pain etched in his face as he says good-bye to another daughter. Rick tells Ridge that arrogant look of his makes him sick. He also doesn't like the way Ridge treats him when he walks into a room, calling him Ricky boy. He wants Ridge to act like the President just walked in, treated with respect. He will throw it in his face the rest of his life. Ridge will have a front row seat the rest of his life, on all the holidays and birthdays. Hey maybe they can double date even. Rent a little cabin and keep it rocking as he and Steffy will be making little Ridgies. He can just see the steam coming out of Ridge's ears now. Oh, he can see it now .the veins bulging out of Ridge's neck. He wants to deck him right now. He goads him to go ahead and hit him ..unless he is chicke. He taunts by making clucking noises. Ridge just smiles. Rick says they are going to be one big happy family. He can't wait until Ridge walks Steffy down the aisle and then they slip off to the honeymoon and that night is going to be the greatest night of Steffy's life. Steffy tells Brooke that she wishes her mother and grandma could come around and be happy about this relationship as Brooke and the others at this shower are. Donna adds that Stephanie is just trying to get back at Eric by throwing the fashion industry into a tizzy. She says it is not going to work though as her honey bear is not threatened in the least by that old sow's sour grapes. Marcus shows up to talk to Steffy since this was the only opportunity to catch her without Rick. He tells her that he's not bitter and of all the ladies that he knows, he respects and appreciates her the most. He just hopes that Rick does too. Over at Jackie M's as the showing is winding down, Clarke regales in how he would have liked to have seen Eric's face when Stephanie was introduced as the newest member of their merry club. Owen seeks out Bridget and says she should be over there with the press basking in her success, but she says she is content being there with just him. Across the room from each other, Owen texts Jackie and suggests they slip away to celebrate at her place, their secret. Stephanie enjoys her text messages, one from Bill Spencer, head of Spencer Publishing. Nick suggests that maybe Stephanie could introduce him to her mother who needs some male attention in her life right now. Au contraire, Jackie is lolling in a champagne bubble bath in front of the bay window with Owen massaging her back. He calls her a free spirit and suggests that he join her. She thinks not since he still has work to do, so he says he will have to rely on delayed gratification. He kisses her shoulders, her back and teases her that he will work his way to her front. She coos that there is a fine line between pleasure and depravity. He's determined to find that fine line. He kisses her. She warns him of manners, seduction is an art, not a contact sport. At the elevator Rick wonders out loud why Ridge would just stand there and take his abuse. Taylor sees Rick leave and rushes into Ridge's office. He tells her that Rick fell right into their trap .just listen to this! Rick returns and on the other side of Ridge's closed door, he can hear his own words being replayed. He rushes out. Ridge and Taylor gather up the edited sound bites and think it's ready for Steffy to hear. Riding the whole way there, Taylor just hopes this will work and gets Steffy away from Rick. Rick bursts in at the shower and announces to Steffy that he has a romantic get- away planned and they have to leave right now. Rick is on pins and needles and literally as Taylor and Ridge come through the front door, Rick is whisking Steffy away out the back door. She asks where they are going and nervous Rick says they may even elope. Taylor is afraid that perhaps Rick does know they are on to him and he will do something crazy to turn Steffy against them. This has to end tonight!
Ridge: You got more you want to lay on me, Ricky boy? Rick: More? Hell, Ridge, I'm just gettin' started. See, you need to understand that this is the changing of the guard. You've been the big man around here since you hit puberty-- women falling at your feet, women swooning. "Ridge Almighty." But not anymore, because your beautiful, sophisticated, smart little girl Steffy has fallen for me. (Laughs) How delicious is that? She worships me, Ridge. She would do anything for me, anything I ask. I may not have your rugged cheekbones, your award-winning smile, but I got it where it counts, and Steffy knows it. [SCENE_BREAK] Brooke: It's not too late. The shower's just starting. There's still time to call your mother and grandmother and ask them to join us, although it might be kind of hard to drag Stephanie away from her big night at Jackie M. Donna: (Speaking indistinctly) Steffy: Hmm. Brooke: But for you, sweetheart? Steffy: (Sighs) I just wish my mom and grandma could be as happy about this relationship like you and everyone else here. But they're not, so whatever. (Sighs) I just keep telling myself they're coming around eventually. I mean, how can they not? We're getting married, and Rick wants to have kids, lots of them. Brooke: (Sighs) Steffy: And kids have a way of bringing families together, so... Brooke: Hmm. [SCENE_BREAK] Madison: I'm gonna go say hi to Steffy, okay? Donna: Okay. Madison: Bye. Donna: So you could have warned me, you know. Katie: About Nick hiring Stephanie? Donna: Surely he said something to you before broadcasting it to the world. Katie: You have to admit, it's a pretty gutsy move. Donna: Or a desperate one. Katie: Nick's just trying to save his company. Donna: And Stephanie's just trying to get back at Eric by throwing the fashion industry into a tizzy. But it's not gonna work. (Sighs) My honey bear's not threatened in the least by that old sow's sour grapes. [SCENE_BREAK] Clarke: Can you imagine the look on Eric's face when he's watching the fashion channel, and there's Stephanie standing in the middle of the stage being introduced by Jackie as a new member of our merry club? He must have fallen out of his chair. Jackie: Mm. Stephanie: Oh, my gosh. And I missed that. What a shame. Clarke: (Chuckles) [SCENE_BREAK] Madison: So Point Dume was Rick's idea? Steffy: Yeah. Madison: Isn't that where-- Steffy: Yes, my dad and Brooke got married. Of course. Madison: (Chuckles) Brooke: My son wants the ceremony and location to be a place of healing and renewal. Steffy: Yeah, because Rick and I both grew up with families that were constantly fighting each other. But when we're standing there exchanging our vows, no one's ever gonna doubt how right he is for me. And we'll finally bring our families together, and it's not like Rick hasn't done anything. He's --he's trying to help stop the drama and the backstabbing and everything, especially with Dad. [SCENE_BREAK] Rick: (Chuckles) Ridge, can you believe this? The irony in this situation that --that Steffy has fallen madly in love with me of all people? And you hate me more than anybody else in this entire world. And I have Steffy eating out of my hands. And if you keep fighting us, if you make us miserable, I will take her the hell away from here, and you will never see her again. Ridge: Oh, please, keep talking. Rick: See, my marriage to Steffy-- it's not about two people in love. It's about revenge. It's about revenge for the years of pain that you have inflicted upon my mother and me. So when I'm saying my vows in your little destiny-westiny spot on the beach, I'm not even gonna be looking at my bride. I'm gonna be looking at you, poncho, and the pain etched in your face as you say "bye-bye" to another daughter. [SCENE_BREAK] (Indistinct conversations) Owen: You know, you should be over there with them basking in the limelight. This is your triumph, too. Bridget: I'm doing okay standing here talking to you. Jarrett: So, Madame X, avoiding the press, are we? Bridget: Oh, Jarrett. Jarrett: Well, no more. Bridget: (Giggles) Jarrett: I have a whole host of questions to ask you, starting with, what's it like working alongside your handsome ex? Bridget: Of course you do. Jarrett: (Chuckles) Bridget: You know, it's been really fine. It's not... (Indistinct conversations) (Cell phone rings) Jackie: Oh, excuse me. [SCENE_BREAK] Rick: Ugh, that arrogant look of yours-- it just makes me sick. Ridge: I'm arrogant? Rick: You know, Ridge, I want to talk to you about something. See, I'm not-- I'm not really happy with the way you treat the president of this company. Like, when I walk into a room, I don't want you to say, "Oh, hey, little Ricky boy. How are you?" No, I want you to act like the president just walked into the room, 'cause you're gonna treat me with respect. When I'm married to Steffy, I'm gonna be able to make her something that you've never been able to-- a real Forrester, something that you have been pretending to be your entire life. Isn't that right, "Marone"? Ridge: Oh, don't stop. Rick: Oh, believe me, I'm not-- Ridge: Come on, you're just getting wound up here. Rick: Yeah, exactly. Ridge: Keep going. Rick: I'm not gonna stop. You ain't ever gonna get me to shut up, Ridge. I'm gonna throw this in your face for the rest of your life. You're gonna hear about us all the time. You're gonna have a front row seat on holidays and--and --and birthdays and my favorite-- my favorite-- Valentine's Day. I had an idea. You know what we should do? We should double date. You and my mom and Steffy and I, we could head up the coast. We can get two cabins right next to each other. I got to-- I got to warn you, though. If my cabin's a-rockin', don't come a-knockin', 'cause you know what we're gonna be doing? We're gonna be making little Ridgies. I can see the steam comin' out of your ears. Ridge: (Sighs) Rick: And the veins bulging in your neck. You want to punch me, don't you? Go ahead. Hit me. Hit me! What's wrong? You chicken? (Clucking) Come on, Ridge! What's the matter with you? What, are you getting a little green in the gills? You comin' down with something? You better not be. You need all the strength that you can get, 'cause you got to be able to walk your little daughter down the aisle on our wedding day. We're gonna be one, big, happy family. And I can't wait to put that ring on Steffy's finger, 'cause then we can go off to the honeymoon, and that night is gonna be the greatest night of Steffy's life... Dad. [SCENE_BREAK] Brooke: Oh, that is gorgeous. Isn't that pretty? Look at that. Madison: Mm-hmm. Brooke: I like the-- the blue part of it. Madison: Oh, it's beautiful. It's pretty. (Door closes) Marcus: Hey, uh, I didn't mean to barge in on your wedding shower, you know, like that, but I knew that Rick wasn't going to be here, so this was the only opportunity I had to-- Steffy: Marcus, if-- if this is about Rick and me, I-- Marcus: No. Actually, it's more about you and me. Steffy: I don't understand. Marcus: You see when I-- (Clears throat) you see, when I first came to L.A., my life changed-- I mean, completely. I mean, I reconnected with my mom, my roots, landed a hell of a job, I met you. And, you know, for a while there, it just felt like-- like everything was perfect. But then Rick sent me off to Paris and made a play for you. Steffy: Marcus, this-- (Sighs) Marcus: No. Look, it--it's cool. I mean, I'm not here to beat up on your fiancé or anything like that or to play on your sympathies. Besides, I haven't completely been a hermit since we've broken up. Steffy: (Laughs) Marcus: But you know, Steff, out of all the ladies that I know, you're the one that I respect, the one I appreciate the most. I just thought that you needed to know that, and to also just-- I just hope that Rick appreciates you as much as I do. [SCENE_BREAK] Rick: (Sighs) My God, he just stood there. He just stood there and took my abuse. Why? Why would he do that? [SCENE_BREAK] Taylor: (Quietly) I saw Rick leaving. Ridge: He walked right into our trap, Doc. You got to hear this. Rick: My marriage to Steffy is not about two people in love. It's about revenge. It's about revenge for the years of pain that you have inflicted upon my mother and me. So when I'm saying my vows in your little destiny-westiny spot on the beach, I'm not even gonna be looking at my bride. I'm gonna be looking at you, poncho, and the pain etched in your face as you say "bye-bye" to another daughter. Taylor: The way he talked about our daughter. God. Ridge: It's gonna break her heart. Taylor: Yeah, but we have to do it. It's the only way she's gonna see who he really is. [SCENE_BREAK] (Indistinct conversations) Nick: More congrats coming in? Stephanie: Yes. I got an e-mail from Bill Spencer. Nick: The owner of Spencer Communications? Stephanie: He watched the preview on the fashion channel. Nick: "Congratulations on your move to Jackie M. Eric never did appreciate what a smart and sensuous woman you are." Stephanie: (Chuckles) I think I'll archive that. Nick: (Chuckles) "Wish I was there to enjoy the triumph. Best, Bill Spencer." Hmm. Stephanie: Mm-hmm. Thank you. Nick: Send him an invitation. Stephanie: Oh, honey. We will. Don't worry. Nick: (Laughs) You think you could introduce him to my mother? I think she could use a little male attention. Where is she anyway? [SCENE_BREAK] Jackie: Oh, my God. I just can't believe that I'm letting you do this. Owen: I can't believe that you moved your bathtub in front of your bay window. Jackie: (Chuckles) Well, can you think of anywhere better where you can enjoy these incredible city views? Mm. Owen: You're not worried what people are gonna think when they come in here and-- wait a minute. What am I saying? You're a free spirit. Jackie: (Chuckles) In more ways than you can imagine. Owen: So then you won't mind me, uh, joining you, and we can enjoy the incredible city views together? Jackie: I think not. (Whispering) You still have a lot of work to do. Owen: Well, there will be a reward afterwards, won't there? I mean, you do believe in delayed gratification? Jackie: Don't we all? [SCENE_BREAK] Ridge: Okay, that's it. All the sound bites are edited together. Taylor: (Sighs) I just hope it's enough to make Steffy want to leave him for good. Ridge: It has to be enough, Doc. Come on. Taylor: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Madison: Here it is. All finished. Katie: Ooh, very nice. Steffy: Oh, that's so nice. Brooke: You did a great job. Madison: Thank you. Steffy: Thanks. Madison: You can use it at your rehearsal. Donna: Oh, my God, look at the things you registered for. You really cleaned out. Katie: You didn't do too badly in the lingerie department, either. Brooke: Yeah, actually, Bridget's gift is the best. This is adorable. Steffy: Oh, I know, and I wish she could have been here, though I understand why she couldn't. Rick! Rick: (Sighs) Hi, everybody. Donna: Oh. Oh, no, no, no, you don't. You turn right back around and go. This party is for ladies only. Rick: Well, I just-- I figured that you'd all be done by now. Donna: No. Rick: Uh, Steffy, we got to--we got to go. Steffy: What? Rick: I-I'm whisking you away on a very romantic getaway, but we have to leave right now. Steffy: (Laughs) What? Brooke: That was Thorne. (Sighs) Apparently, RJ's had all the fun and sweets that he can have over at Aly's, so I'm gonna go pick him and Hope up and then head home. Steffy: Oh, really? Oh, I hate that you have to go. Brooke: I know. I'm sorry, sweetie, but Rick's practically kicking us out anyway. Steffy: (Chuckles) Brooke: Not that I don't think it's sweet what he's trying to do for you. Steffy: Mm. Okay. Brooke: I'll see you soon. Steffy: Thank you so much. Brooke: Have fun, okay? Steffy: Thank you. Bye. Brooke: Okay, bye. Steffy: Hey, Brooke's leaving. Donna: Oh, bye. Brooke: Good to see you. Okay, I'll see you later. Donna: Okay. Rick: Steffy, uh, we really have to go. Time's wasting. Steffy: Where are we going? What--what will I need? Rick: (Sighs) Steffy: Okay, let me just grab my purse. Rick: Thank you. (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Nick: Thank you all very much. Thank you so much. And you. Thank you. (Chuckles) Bridget: Oh. Nick: Mm? Bridget: Was that Stephanie that I just saw ducking out? Nick: Yeah, and she wants to see you bright and early in the morning. Bridget: (Sighs) Oh, really? That means not sleeping in, I guess. Nick: Well, none of us are. Listen, this is an amazing beginning. We got a long row to hoe, so you keep those work boots on. Bridget: Yeah, I'll work, but I'm more in the mood to play right now. Nick: Play? And who do you want to play with? Bridget: I don't think I'm ready to discuss this with you, but when I am, I'll let you know. [SCENE_BREAK] Owen: How am I doing? Jackie: (Chuckles) There'll be no critiquing until after we're done. Owen: In that case, sounds to me like I need to, uh, step up my game. Jackie: I'd be very careful, you know. There is a very thin line between pleasure and depravity. Owen: Well, how about we find out where that thin line is? Shall we? Owen: Nope, not there. What about right here? No, well, maybe I need to, uh, work my way around to the front. Jackie: Oh, manners, please. Seduction is an art. It's not a contact sport. Owen: Oh, is that what you think I'm doing, seducing you? [SCENE_BREAK] Ridge: We're almost there. Taylor: (Inhales sharply) (Exhales) Ridge: Doc, are you okay? Taylor: I'll be okay when Steffy's okay, and Steffy won't be okay until she's away from Rick. Ridge: That's where the sound bytes come in. Taylor: We both know the hold Rick has over her. (Sighs) What if-- (Sighs) please, God, let this work. Please. It has to work. [SCENE_BREAK] Katie: So, Rick, this romantic getaway-- Rick: What about it, Katie? Katie: How long are you gonna be gone? Rick: Why? Katie: Well, we have kind of a big meeting tomorrow to talk about what's happened at Jackie M. And--and plan our response. Are you gonna be there? Rick: Well, what happened? Katie: You haven't heard? Rick: No. Katie: Nick, Stephanie and Jackie have teamed up together apparently-- Rick: I--Katie, I'm sorry. I can't listen to this. Steffy! Steffy, come on. We got to go, please. Steffy: I'm coming. I was just trying to find my nightie. Donna: Honey, um, hello? Won't one of your new ones do? Steffy: (Laughs) Yeah. Madison: I'll help you choose the perfect one. Rick: Okay. Oh, my God. Uh, Ste--I'm so sorry. Steffy, whatev-- whatever you're looking for, we'll just--we'll buy it when we get to where we're going. Steffy: Okay. Rick: So, ladies, it was so nice to see you. Steffy: Bye! Rick: Would you--would you mind just locking up when-- when you're done? Thanks. Madison: (Scoffs) Donna: What the hell was that about? Katie: I-it seemed like he was almost desperate about something. Taylor: Where is Steffy? Katie: She just left. Ridge: What do you mean, she left? Donna: Rick came by and whisked her off. Katie: Some kind of romantic getaway. Madison: He was in a huge hurry and practically pulled her out of here. Crazy, huh? Katie: (Chuckles) Taylor: (Sighs) [SCENE_BREAK] Steffy: Okay, enough suspense. Where are you taking me? Rick: (Clears throat) I'm, uh, I'm taking you on a very romantic getaway, Steffy, where we can be together and talk and, who knows? Maybe we'll even elope. (Laughs) [SCENE_BREAK] Ridge: Damn it. If we'd just gotten here five minutes sooner. Taylor: Well, obviously, Rick was in a big hurry. (Sighs) What if-- Ridge, do you think he could have figured out what we were going to do? That we were going to expose him? Because if that's true, then he's gonna go crazy. He'll say whatever he has to to turn Steffy against us. Oh, my God. This has got to stop. I have had it, Ridge. This has to end tonight.