with Steffy Forrester. According to *The Bold and the Beautiful* spoilers for Monday, August 19, Finn is

about to reveal a startling kiss planted on him by Hope Logan. But before he can utter a word, Taylor

Hayes unexpectedly emerges from the bathroom, finding herself in an awkward situation. Realizing she’s walked into something personal, Taylor excuses herself, mentioning her plans to catch up with Ridge Forrester. Later, Taylor indeed reunites with Ridge at Forrester Creations, much to his delight.

Back at the Cliff House, Steffy is increasingly unsettled by Finn’s strange behavior. After a lot of back-and-forth, Finn finally admits that Hope kissed him at a recent Forrester celebration. This revelation shakes Steffy, who confronts Hope Logan in another heated exchange, reminiscent of their ongoing rivalry. Meanwhile, Poppy Nozawa finds herself in a desperate situation. In a tearful plea, she turns to Lee Finnegan, begging for help. Poppy insists on her innocence despite mounting evidence and asks Lee to watch over Luna Nozawa, fearing what might happen next. Lee, deeply moved, agrees to assist in whatever way she can.

Bill Spencer, still reeling from Luna’s shocking kiss, is caught in an emotional whirlwind. After a second DNA test confirmed they aren’t biologically related, Bill is left confused and conflicted. Although he sees Luna as a daughter, the unexpected kiss has left him questioning everything. Luna, meanwhile, appears unfazed, even smiling confidently as she remarks to Bill, “I bet that was the last thing you were expecting.” This twist adds another layer of complexity to Luna’s character, raising suspicions about her true intentions. Could she be hiding more than just a simple crush on Bill?

As the week of August 19 unfolds, Katie Logan is thrilled to be proven right about Poppy’s innocence, but her joy is tempered by the strange developments surrounding Luna. Katie had pushed Bill to retake the paternity test, and now she’s eager to see the results. Will Bill confess to Katie about Luna’s kiss, or will he keep this unsettling encounter to himself? Meanwhile, Poppy remains behind bars, maintaining her innocence in the face of serious accusations. She continues to plead with Lee, who is torn between her emotions and the evidence against Poppy.

In a dramatic twist, Taylor makes a surprise visit to Ridge, sharing her thoughts on Brooke Logan’s involvement in recent events. As Brooke discusses Hope’s kiss with Finn, Taylor interrupts, leading to a tense confrontation. Steffy, dealing with her own marital issues, approaches Hope, who tries to apologize but finds herself on the defensive. The rivalry between Steffy and Hope reaches new heights, with Steffy making a tough decision about her marriage. Will Finn’s honesty about the kiss with Hope drive a wedge between him and Steffy, or will it ultimately bring them closer together?

As the week progresses, all eyes are on Bill and Luna. Luna’s obsession with Bill raises red flags, and viewers are left wondering if she’s more dangerous than she appears. Katie, now more skeptical than ever, continues to dig into Luna’s background, determined to protect Bill. Meanwhile, Finn’s rejection of Hope’s advances could signal a turning point in their relationship, but is there more to Hope’s intentions than meets the eye?

Stay tuned to *The Bold and the Beautiful* for all the drama, as secrets are revealed and relationships are tested in unexpected ways.