The Bold and the Beautiful recap for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 reveal that Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) tells Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) she needs time. Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang) keeps interrupting everyone’s private moments.
Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) gives smart advice to RJ Forrester (Joshua Hoffman). Speaking of RJ, he makes a decision to get his own place.
Thomas and Hope are continuing their heated discussion about Emma Barber’s (Nia Sioux) death. Hope reminds Thomas that Emma died because he was following her.
Thomas says he didn’t want Emma to die. Thomas adds that he tried to save Emma.
Then, Thomas takes a deep breath before saying that now Hope knows everything. Thomas claims he’s been completely open and totally honest with Hope. Now, Thomas wants to know if he still has a future with Hope.
RJ and Luna Nozawa (Lisa Yamada) talk about their visit at the hospital with Eric Forrester (John McCook).
RJ mentions going later to see Eric once again. RJ brings up overhearing all the great things Luna was saying about him to Eric.
Luna blushes and jokes that she was trying to play it cool. RJ and Luna passionately kiss until Brooke rudely interrupts them.
Brooke apologizes and nervously mutters about coming back later. After Brooke’s exit, Luna talks about it being embarrassing. RJ vents about needing to get his own place.
B&B recap and spoilers for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 reveal that Ridge Forrester (Thorsten Kaye) and Carter Walton (Lawrence Saint-Victor) talk about Eric.
Ridge mentions that Carter is family. The two share a bro-hug when Brooke comes in. Brooke mutters about interrupting everyone today.
EJ tells Luna that he likes living with his parents but it was only supposed to be temporary. RJ would like some privacy now. Of course, Luna supports RJ’s decision.
Brooke blabs to Carter and Ridge about RJ’s kiss with Luna. Brooke is acting like she has the 411 on hot celeb gossip. Ridge chuckles as Carter tells Brooke that RJ and Luna’s romance isn’t exactly on the down low.
Carter explains that everyone knows how RJ and Luna feel about each other. Brooke says it’s cute how smitten RJ is with Luna. Brooke adds that Luna seems like a beautiful, talented, and nice lady. It sounds like a “but” is coming.
Before Brooke can finish her statement, Ridge makes a joke about his children’s office romances.
Thomas asks Hope to say something. Hope nervously chuckles and says she isn’t sure what to say. Thomas wants an answer now. Thomas really should give Hope time to process everything.
However, Thomas can’t focus on anything else until he knows where they stand. Hope says she needs time.
Hope makes it clear that no matter what she decides, she knows the man that Thomas is now. However, Hope adds that she still needs time to think about the future.
Carter makes a joke about “Bridge” being the King and Queen of office romances. Brooke says that her relationship with Ridge can’t be compared to “Thope.” Carter makes an excuse to leave so Brooke and Ridge can be alone.
Brooke defensively tells Ridge that she doesn’t want to debate about their kids. Ridge flirts with Brooke and they kiss.
The Bold and the Beautiful recap for Tuesday, January 16 reveal that RJ tells Luna he will get a place close to his parents so they still see each other often. Luna adds that RJ will see his parents at work, too.
They kiss and are once again interrupted, this time by Carter. To RJ’s frustration, Brooke has already blabbed about the kiss with Luna. Carter makes a mind-blowing suggestion that all soap characters should heed… lock the door!
After Carter leaves, RJ takes his advice and locks the door. Then, RJ and Luna resume their passionate kiss.
Ridge is on the phone at Forrester Creations. Ridge tells the caller that Eric will be out of the hospital soon. Thomas comes in, giving Ridge an excuse to hang up. Thomas asks about Eric.
Ridge can tell by Thomas’ shoulders that something else is on his mind. Thomas says he might have blown it with Hope.
Hope is still at the cabin, deep in thought. Brooke barges in the door to say goodnight to the kids. Hope says that the kids aren’t there.
For once, Donna Logan (Jennifer Gareis) isn’t watching them. It’s actually Katie Logan (Heather Tom) this time. Brooke asks if she’s intruding and comments on the romantic setup.
Luna and RJ embrace. Luna talks about how great it feels to be in his arms. RJ feels the same way. Luna and RJ talk about how their feelings are just getting stronger.
Luna basically says that RJ is her dream guy and lists his positive qualities. RJ falls deeper into Luna’s gaze and the two fall into a passionate smooch.
Brooke can tell that something is wrong. Hope doesn’t want to talk about it. Brooke assumes that Thomas did something terrible to Hope.
Brooke starts demanding answers, but Hope says Thomas didn’t do anything to hurt her. Hope adds that Thomas loves her.
Hope finally stammers that she had a conversation with Thomas about his past.
Brooke reminds Hope of all the trauma that Thomas caused. Brooke does mention that Thomas says he’s a changed man.
Hope interrupts to tell her mother that it’s true… Thomas is a different man now. Brooke does understand how it would be hard for Hope to commit to Thomas considering the things he did.
Tears well up in Hope’s eyes. Hope’s arms cross defensively across her chest, as if she’s bracing herself for a brutal reality check.
Ridge asks Thomas to tell him about Brooke. Ridge knows how fiercely protective Brooke is of Hope. Ridge tells Thomas that Brooke isn’t trying to sabotage his relationship with Hope.
Ridge reasons that Brooke is just really protective of her kids. Thomas tells Ridge that Brooke is entitled to her opinion. Thomas adds that he doesn’t care about Brooke or anyone else’s opinion. Thomas says he only cares about Hope’s opinion.
Thomas explains that he wants to feel connected to Hope. Thomas wants Hope to completely trust him.
Ridge asks if Hope is on board with that. Thomas says she’s trying but she’s not going to forget everything from the past. Ridge stops Thomas and says she’s aware of how much work he’s put into changing.
Thomas says he would do anything for Hope. Ridge smiles and says that is exactly how he feels about Brooke.
It’s a moment of connection and bonding between the father and son. Thomas says he has told Hope how much he loves her.
Thomas adds he told Hope the truth about every mistake he has ever made. Thomas says there will never be anyone else.
Brooke tells Hope that it seems she has developed feelings for Thomas. Hope doesn’t say anything but throws her arms dramatically up in the air.
Brooke quickly does damage control and says she won’t fight Hope on her feelings.
Brooke reminds Hope that it would be best for her to end things with Thomas. There is no way Hope can be with Thomas considering his actions in the darkest chapter of her life.
Hope gets emotional and angry. Hope tells Brooke that everyone has done bad things they regret.
Hope tells Brooke that this time, it’s not just words. This time, Thomas did the actual work and she’s seen it in action.
Brooke pauses, then says Hope is acting strange. Brooke says Hope isn’t herself right now. Brooke thinks Hope is making up stories to cover up what is really going on.
Hope tells Brooke that she thinks Thomas is an exceptional designer and has really proven himself as a father. Hope adds that Thomas loves her and only her… and Brooke will have to stop fighting “Thope” eventually.
Hope begs Brooke to accept her relationship with Thomas. Hope makes a hint about the future and fingers the ring around her neck as Brooke’s eyes gaze toward the chain.
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