Bridget is thrilled that Deacon wants to smooth things over with Rick. Deacon is sure that Rick is in for the fight of his life. Deacon wants Ridge to account for what he's done to Brooke and the company. Bridget knows that Brooke and Deacon don't get along, but assures Deacon that someday Brooke will appreciate him as much as Bridget does. Rick tries to figure out what Ridge's next move will be. Ridge shows Thorne the power of attorney addendum in the by-laws, but admits he doesn't know who Brooke's designee is. Thorne points out that whoever has Brooke's voting rights is running the company now. Ridge is euphoric when he finds the file and learns the Brooke assigned him her voting rights. He's certain now that the company will be his. Ridge is unaware that Deacon has followed him. When Ridge is gone, Deacon takes the file, determined to find out what Ridge is up to. Rick is impressed with a dress Amber designed. Rick tells Amber that as soon as he's in charge at Forrester, he's giving Amber an office. Amber tries to convince Rick that Deacon could surprise him and he's sharper than Rick thinks.