The Bold and the Beautiful
Episode Recap, 3/18/08

Today on The Bold and the Beautiful ...

Kissing Ridge, Brooke tells him that he's the only person she can rely on but then admits her concern for Bridget because she's trying to get involved with Nick again. He reveals he's going to meet with Ashley. Ridge hints that there are some complications in his relationship with Brooke and when Ashley downplays his news, he admits Brooke asked him to marry her last night but he turned her down.

Ashley warns him that she's not a doormat for him or any other man. Ridge assures her he's aware of how special she is and though they embrace, they decide not to kiss. Bridget thanks Nick for a great night and tells him she hopes they can do it again. A snooping Katie returns and asks Nick about last night. Not satisfied by his answer, she finally asks if he would sleep with Bridget while still being hung up on Brooke.

Rick leaks that his mother asked Ridge to elope but he turned her down.

Leaving with the baby, Rick admits that he's been consumed with thoughts of her ever since they kissed. Kissing her again, Rick confesses that he wants her and isn't afraid of what his mother will think. Bridget advises Brooke that her night with Nick was fantastic. Brooke promises her that she doesn't have to worry about another family member taking Nick, but Bridget wonders if she can trust her mother.

Until next time on The Bold and the Beautiful ...