Soaps this week
(This column represents on-air summaries for the week of Dec. 11-15.)
The Bold and the Beautiful: Steffy tried to cover when Liam confronted her about why she lied about staying in the Forrester guest house the night they argued. Thorne surprised Brooke with a kiss after fighting with Ridge. Quinn told Ivy she’s designing an engagement ring that Ridge plans on giving Brooke. Bill was overcome with guilt when Liam asked about his love life. Steffy and Liam reveled in their renewed love. Thorne suggested to Eric that Ridge be terminated. Over a romantic dinner, Ridge proposed to Brooke, who responded with an interesting stipulation. Liam thanked Bill for his loyalty to his family and expressed his gratitude that he is his father. Days of Our Lives: Will found Hope’s engagement ring in Sami’s hotel room. Kayla and Steve confronted Kate about blackmailing Tripp. Sami and Rafe were stuck in an awkward situation with Hope. Doug gave Rafe a stern warning. Eric tried to help JJ deal with his guilt. Sonny was stunned to find out Will kissed Paul. Eve had a surprising offer for Gabi. Hope and Rafe enjoyed a romantic morning. Sami and Rafe’s secret was uncovered. Hope got into an argument with Ciara. Sonny urged Will to give their relationship a chance. Chad and Kate hired a specialist to help Theo. Steve made a surprising move. Ciara figured out that Tripp has feelings for Claire. General Hospital: Patient 6 got a lead on his kidnapper. Sonny called Dante. Sam learned the truth. Oscar got cold feet. Carly was irate. Sonny filled in Anna. Cassandra propositioned Finn. Charlotte was thrilled to see Nelle. Michael turned to Dante. Laura remained confident. Nelle stood up for herself. Patient 6 offered advice. Sam confided in Monica. Michael had big news. Ava considered her relationships. Sam encountered Patient 6 at the pier. Oscar was disappointed. Cassandra got good news. Anna took the next step. Alexis delivered a painful truth. Finn couldn't fight the inevitable. Scott was invited for drinks. Liz worried about Jake. Franco had pangs of conscience. The Young and the Restless: Nick told Sharon and Scott about his plan to stop the demolition of Chancellor Park. Ashley tried to make the most of her time with Dina but ultimately came away heartbroken. Cane tried to repair his relationship with the twins before the holidays and received encouragement from Charlie. Kevin rebuffed Michael’s request to look into Victor’s accounts. Victoria withdrew her job offer to Ravi after Ashley threatened legal action. Billy suggested Phyllis quit her job so they could spend more time together but she wasn’t crazy about the idea. After seeing Cane with a woman at his house, Lily invited him to dinner but was turned down. Hilary told Nick the bid for Chancellor Park went to an anonymous bidder.