Eric feels remorseful about what transpired thinking that he caused Rick's behavior by issuing him an ultimatum to reunite with Caroline. Maya asserts her newfound power within the Forrester family by relocating Ivy and Aly for the evening. Caroline makes an emotional plea to Rick for them to work on repairing their marriage. Much to the dismay of many, Eric goes out of town and leaves Forrester Creations in the hands of Rick.