On the upcoming episode of *The Bold and the Beautiful* airing Monday, August 12, Katie finds herself

consumed by an investigation that has taken up a significant amount of her time and energy.

Determined to uncover the truth, Katie delves deep into the past, searching the internet for clues that

could expose Poppy’s secrets. Katie is convinced that Poppy is hiding something—specifically, her past relationship with Tom. Katie’s theory is that Poppy may have gone so far as to murder Tom to keep this relationship hidden. She also suspects that Luna, who everyone believes is Bill’s daughter, might actually be Tom’s child, with Poppy having manipulated a DNA test to deceive Bill.

Katie’s suspicions are further fueled when she uncovers evidence that supports her theory about Tom and Poppy’s past romance. Armed with this new information, Katie heads straight to Deputy Sheriff Baker, hoping it will lead to the truth about who killed Tom and Hollis. While Poppy’s past relationship with Tom might not be definitive proof of her guilt, it adds another layer of complexity to the investigation. Katie begins to wonder if others, such as Lee and Jack, might also be involved, especially given the possibility that they could have played a role in falsifying the DNA test results.

In her search for answers, Katie also considers Sheila as a potential suspect. Sheila has a notorious past, but she has an alibi for the time of the murders. Despite this, Katie decides to investigate further, believing that Sheila and Deacon might know more than they’re letting on. When Katie visits them, she finds them calmer and more willing to answer her questions. Although many are quick to point the finger at Sheila, Katie has a different perspective. She doesn’t believe that Sheila had any motive to harm Tom or Hollis, especially considering Sheila’s connection to Deacon and her emotional investment in Il Giardino.

As Katie digs deeper, Sheila tries to convince her of her innocence. Sheila feels wronged by the accusations and is eager to clear her name, insisting that her troubled past doesn’t mean she would commit murder. Given Sheila’s close ties to both Tom and Hollis, Katie begins to see Sheila in a new light, suspecting instead that Poppy might be the real culprit behind their deaths.

Katie’s relentless pursuit of the truth sets the stage for a tense and dramatic episode, as she continues to piece together the puzzle, determined to bring the real killer to justice. Fans can expect high stakes and emotional confrontations as Katie inches closer to uncovering the dark secrets that have been hidden for too long. Will Katie’s instincts prove correct, or will she find herself in even greater danger as she uncovers more than she bargained for? Tune in on August 12 to find out.