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The Bold And The Beautiful in October, 2009:
Thursday, 1 October 2009Episode 5363 Beth witnesses firsthand the chemistry and feelings between Nick and Katie. Katie explains to her mother why pursuing Nick is not an option for her.
Donna arrives at Forrester Creations where Eric's children are waiting for her to sign the company over to Ridge and Brooke. Members of the press standby outside the office as they await this momentous occasion.
Donna confronts Felicia about the deal she made with Owen to break up Donna and Eric's marriage. Felicia tears into Owen about his betrayal and fires him. Donna reveals her final decision regarding the fate of Forrester Creations.
Friday, 2 October 2009Episode 5364 Reactions to Donna's announcement are mixed as the press scrambles to meet their deadlines. All parties involved pick up the pieces of their lives that were shattered by Donna's shocking statement. Brooke convinces Donna that she has made a mistake.
Owen then persuades Donna that Brooke doesn't have her best interests at heart the way he does. After going head-to-head with Brooke, Donna is comforted by Owen but is caught off-guard when he kisses her.
Monday, 5 October 2009Episode 5365 Feeling defeated, Ridge tells Brooke that Donna has made the biggest mistake of her life by firing him and his siblings.
Donna walks in on Owen in her bedroom, rummaging through her lingerie, which is on the floor. Owen shows Donna a broken picture of her and Eric and claims that he was cleaning up after someone else had broken into the house.
Owen continues his ploy to get Donna to completely trust him by making her believe that he is the only one on her side.
When Marcus tells Steffy of his suspicions, they dig into Owen's past and learn some interesting information.
Tuesday, 6 October 2009Episode 5366 Ridge is an emotional mess as he sits by his unconscious father's bedside, worried that Eric won't ever wake up. Bridget and Ridge are moved when Brooke leads them in prayer asking for a miracle for their father.
Marcus' suspicions grow when he learns of how involved Owen has become in Donna's life. When Marcus confronts Owen about his motives, Owen confesses that he has feelings for Donna. Donna is conflicted when Marcus gives her strong advice regarding Owen.
Wednesday, 7 October 2009Episode 5367 Bridget surprises Katie with a framed picture of her and Nick from their prom night together. Katie and Nick exchange an enigmatic look after Bridget suggests that they all revisit Catalina Island together.
Marcus confides in Brooke about his worries that Owen is manipulating Donna. After being put on the spot by Marcus, Owen is forced to confess his feelings to Donna. Donna is faced with a difficult decision.
Thursday, 8 October 2009Episode 5368 Steffy and Marcus celebrate his promotion and their relationship being made official by taking a trip to the beach. Their connection deepens and things become steamy as they spend the day together without any of the scrutiny of their families or work.
Bridget insists to be on-hand as Katie goes through some routine follow-up tests at the hospital. Before meeting Katie, Bridget and Nick discuss starting a family.
Friday, 9 October 2009Episode 5369 Katie flashes back to the day she spent with Nick on the island. Bridget is confused when Katie goes on a rant and tells her to leave.
Later, Bridget explains to Donna why Eric is now hooked up to a ventilator and how his condition is grim.
Jackie continues to interrogate Nick about his feelings towards Katie. After learning more about her condition, Katie calls Nick to meet her on The Shady Marlin.
Monday, 12 October 2009Episode 5370 After discussing Katie's recent attitude change, Bridget divulges to Brooke about her and Nick's plan to try for another baby. If she and Nick are able to conceive, Bridget hopes that Katie will help them raise the child.
During a tirade consisting of self-loathing, Katie blurts out something unexpected. Nick's reaction to Katie's news isn't what she had predicted.
Tuesday, 13 October 2009Episode 5371 Feeling as though she is in her darkest hour, Katie has a vision that makes her change her opinion about her life.
During a counselling session, Taylor gives Beth some insight into other possibilities for her condition. Taylor also confesses something that she and Beth have in common.
Concerned about Katie and Eric, Bridget and Brooke get into a deep conversation about the meaning of life, death and their faith in God.
Wednesday, 14 October 2009Episode 5372 After much discussion, Katie and Nick agree to not to make a big deal of the situation until they have more information. Bridget is forced to tell Ridge and Brooke the reality of Eric's deteriorating condition and suggests that the family prepare for the worst.
Ridge is overwhelmed with grief at the thought of life without Eric and being the one to make a decision about his father's fate.
Thursday, 15 October 2009Episode 5373 Being only able to think about the day on the island with Nick, and their conversation the day before, Katie has a hard time concentrating on work.
Bridget becomes alarmed when Nick changes the subject every time she talks about Katie. Masking his thoughts of Katie, Nick comforts Bridget as she grieves for her father.
Ridge is in great anguish after learning the extent of Eric's declining state. During a moment alone with his father, Ridge hears Eric's voice pleading for help.
Friday, 16 October 2009Episode 5374 Katie and Marcus have a touching aunt/nephew afternoon of bonding as she gives him sound advice about having a relationship with a Forrester.
Ridge is surprised by his own actions and has a difficult time forgiving himself. Ridge's siblings and Donna are appalled when Ridge tells of his mistake, but soon change their mind after hearing from Bridget.
Owen arrives just in time to stop Donna from making an irrevocable decision.
Monday, 19 October 2009Episode 5375 Marcus and Steffy find an opportunity to spend some time together without being seen by members of either of their families. Steffy plans a special evening for her and Marcus to mark a momentous occasion.
Despite Ridge's intimidation, Owen becomes the voice of reason and is able to influence Donna's decision. Ridge realizes that he was premature in his actions and becomes grateful to Owen for making him realize this.
As Owen comforts Donna, he makes an honest admission accompanied with an unexpected kiss.
Tuesday, 20 October 2009Episode 5376 After Beth's observations lead her to a very wrong conclusion, Katie is forced to reveal her secret to her mother. Bridget is concerned that she overstepped her stepmother duties when she makes a surprising request from Taylor.
While preparing for her special night with Marcus, Steffy has an uncomfortable conversation with Rick. Marcus becomes outraged when he sees that Owen is back in town and is making himself at home in Donna's house.
While Marcus is confronting Ridge about the information Owen had given him, Ridge warns Marcus to stay away from Steffy. Marcus defiantly goes against Ridge's wishes by heating things up with Steffy on their date.
Wednesday, 21 October 2009Episode 5377 Beth comes to Katie's aid just in time to save her from having to divulge her secret to Bridget. Unaware of the true reason that Katie is turning down her request, Bridget comes to her own conclusions and asks Nick for assistance.
Marcus and Steffy pledge their love for each other and decide to take their relationship to the next level. Nick recalls fond memories that cause him to become confused about his life.
Thursday, 22 October 2009Episode 5378 While Marcus and Steffy are in the heat of the moment, they are interrupted by an unwelcome guest. Katie finally hears the words that she has always longed to hear; these words now make matters worse in her already-complicated life.
Brooke is taken aback when Ridge makes outrageous accusations against Marcus and Donna. Ridge then vows that there will be severe ramifications if Marcus doesn't heed his warning.
Friday, 23 October 2009Episode 5379 Marcus tells Brooke of his suspicions about Owen trying to take advantage of Donna. After putting the pieces together, Marcus constructs a theory of what may have caused Eric's heart attack.
While Steffy has a heart-to-heart talk with Taylor, an embarrassing moment occurs when Rick abruptly enters the room.
Owen comforts a vulnerable Donna as she begins to fall for his kind words and irresistible charm.
Monday, 26 October 2009Episode 5380 Ridge is still reeling from his earlier actions and is grateful to Owen for arriving when he did.
Marcus rushes to help Donna and enters the house to find her in a compromising position with Owen. A scuffle occurs as Marcus tries to physically throw Owen out of the house.
Jackie visits Eric in the hospital and delivers disturbing words to him; words of a woman once scorned by his love.
After telling Donna of his suspicions, Marcus asks Bridget to help him prove his theory that Eric's heart attack was intentional.
Tuesday, 27 October 2009Episode 5381 Thorne and Felicia are appalled when Ridge informs them that he wants to concede and apologize to Donna in hopes of making amends and getting their jobs back.
Marcus becomes irate when Owen returns, leading to another shoving match. After hearing Marcus' allegations, Owen tries to flee but is stopped when Bridget arrives with the test results that confirm Marcus' suspicions.
Wednesday, 28 October 2009Episode 5382 Marcus tries to attack Owen again but is stopped when Lt. and Charlie Baker arrive to investigate the alleged crime. Beth sees a different side of Stephen when he demonstrates erratic and aggressive behavior when making reference to Eric.
Just as Ridge and his siblings are about to leave to apologize to Donna, Brooke's news changes their minds. Stephanie and her children make their own accusations about the cause of Eric's heart attack.
Thursday, 29 October 2009Episode 5383 As the police are about to make an arrest, an unexpected confession is made which causes the police to take another suspect into custody.
After Katie is assured by her doctor of complete confidentiality regarding her pregnancy, Nick sneaks into the room to attend the exam.
The doctor is initially surprised to see that Nick is the father but then delivers to him, and Katie, mixed news regarding their baby.
Friday, 30 October 2009Episode 5384 Owen tells Donna the truth about Eric's poisoning and then gives her a frightening warning. Katie insists on proceeding with her pregnancy despite the health risks and suggests an alternate future for her and Nick's baby.
Stephanie vows vengeance against the person who poisoned Eric. Lt. Baker has his own theory about the poisoning.
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