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At Bill’s place, Hope, Liam, Beth, and Kelly welcome Douglas back from Paris to share in their special wedding day. Hope and Liam remind the kids this day is about them… and how proud they are of them.

At Forrester, Ridge is sitting at the desk in a pensive mood when Brooke comes in. She’s heading to the wedding and tells him Hope will miss him. They kiss and she hightails it out of there.

Steffy comes upon her dad and asks why he’s not at the wedding. Ridge didn’t feel like going after the retirement debacle. Besides, he didn’t want to see Bill. They discuss the wedding, and Steffy remarks that Hope’s heart is in the right place. For herself, she wants the best for Liam. Ridge learns that Sheila wasn’t invited.

As her father keeps moping, Steffy asks if he’s spoken to Eric. Ridge hasn’t and knows he hurt him. Steffy understands he had the best intentions. Ridge didn’t want this disappointment.

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Pre-Wedding Chats

Back at Bill’s place, the man himself hugs his grandchildren as Will and Electra arrive. Will chides Liam about his big day, and Bill chortles about the “Spencer men”. Stating the obvious, Bill declares that it’s Liam’s wedding day… and they’re all thrilled for him.

Deacon and Deke arrive and greet the kiddos. Deacon walks over to Liam and sternly requests to talk to him. It turns out he’s joking and he shakes hands with the groom and Bill.

Brooke arrives, heads upstairs, and gushes and coos with the Logan women as they help Hope get ready for her latest nuptials.

Unstable Sheila

Taylor is dismayed when Sheila busts into her office asking for advice. She tries to fend her off, but Sheila begs her not to put her off on “today of all days”. Pacing, Sheila rants about not being invited to Hope and Liam’s wedding. Taylor can see she’s upset by this. Sheila confirms that being excluded when her husband is the father of the bride really hurts.

Sheila launches into how she’s changed. She wants to be a wife Deacon can be proud of; she’s tried so hard. This has set her back to feeling shunned and excluded. Taylor listens as Sheila laments not being on Deacon’s arm today. Will she ever be a part of his family’s life?

Almost Time

Back at Bill’s place, Liam is pacing in front of the fireplace, when Deacon asks why he has nerves. Liam’s just very eager to make Hope his wife. Deacon grunts, “For the last time… right?” Liam vows it will be (sure, Jan). They embrace.

Upstairs, the Logan sisters fuss over Hope’s hairstyle, take selfies, and make heartfelt speeches to the bride. Finally, it’s time to get her into her dress.

Downstairs, Liam tells Bill that Wyatt sent his apologies for not being there. The groom enthuses about reuniting his family today… he’s never been more ready.

The Final Scenes

At her office, Taylor doesn’t think Sheila should be surprised she’s not invited to the wedding. Sheila is though… she even saved Steffy’s life and she’s still persona non grata. “I should have been there with Deacon!” Taylor warns if she’s thinking of crashing the wedding, “Don’t. Stay away. For your own sake and everyone else’s.”

At Bill’s place, he tells Liam for the umpteenth time how much he admires him and his devotion to his family. They embrace. Electra announces that the bride is almost ready. Will tells her she’s the most beautiful woman there as they take their seats. Beth joins Liam at the fireplace. Katie and Donna appear and take their seats. Bill tells Katie she’s absolutely stunning. Brooke squeezes Deacon’s hand before taking her seat.

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Deacon gasps as Hope appears, warning, “Don’t make me cry.” Douglas cues up the Wedding March and Liam fights tears as Deacon walks Hope through the living room and hands her off. Beth tells her mommy she’s beautiful. “Are you ready to get married?” Hope replies, “Yes, I am.” They all beam expectantly.

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