Ridge vents his anger to Stephanie. He accuses Thorne of trying to steal Taylor while he is trapped in the motel. Felicia questions Lauren about her feelings for Eric. Lauren admits she loves him but refuses to act on her feelings for Stephanie's sake. Felicia later advises Eric to take the opportunity to sweep Stephanie off her feet when she comes home feeling run down. Thorne and Taylor share dinner at the cabin and he attempts to kiss her, but she gives him the brush off. Later that night Ridge shows up in Taylor's room.