As Ridge and Brooke’s once-unshakable bond continues to crumble,
their relationship seems destined for an end. Trust has been shattered
on both sides—Brooke erred in keeping Ridge out of her plans,
and Ridge swiftly turned to Taylor. Now, Brooke feels no need to explain herself further and has lost her trust in Ridge entirely.
The couple begins a period of separation, with Ridge finding solace and happiness in Taylor’s company. Meanwhile, Brooke faces the holiday season alone and heartbroken, yearning for companionship during this emotionally turbulent time. With most of the eligible men in town already paired off, Brooke finds herself with limited options. Even Bill appears to be moving on, showing interest in Luna.
