Thomas implores Hope to allow him back as lead designer for The Hope for the Future fashion line. He insists that together they can save the line and make it a resounding success. Deacon and Sheila break from a kiss, their passion palpable, and they can no longer ignore it. Bill continues to defend Sheila to Liam and expresses that Sheila knows better than ever to betray him. Thomas assures Hope that working together will also be the first step in regaining Douglas’s trust. Steffy and Taylor discuss how many times Thomas has broken his promises and hurt Hope in the past. Liam asks Bill if there is any chance at all that he could return to his former self. Deacon and Sheila consider the consequences if they continue to be led by their passion. Steffy worries that Liam will not allow Hope to work with Thomas. Bill becomes annoyed with Liam, who does not let up that he feels that there is something more going on with Bill and Sheila than meets the eye. Sheila and Deacon are unable to control themselves and make love. Afterward, they reminisce about their beautiful times living together and make love again. Steffy asks Hope if Liam will consider allowing Thomas to work with her again. After considering how this move might affect not only Liam but Brooke, Hope will not commit to hiring Thomas back but tells him the first step would be apologizing to her mother. Deacon and Sheila are concerned about Dollar Bill’s legendary temper and worry that their affair might harm them. Extended Director's Cut.

Originally aired March 6, 2023

Episode 8971