On the October 23 episode of The Bold and the Beautiful, a pregnancy confirmation turned into an interrogation at the hospital. Daphne celebrated what she believed to be a miracle. But Li’s sharp instincts picked up on the glaring inconsistencies in the timeline. She set a calculated trap to test the legitimacy of Steffy and Carter’s surrogacy claims.
Key Takeaways
- Daphne ignited Li’s suspicions by revealing she was on the verge of leaving Carter for Paris.
- Li used her medical authority to force an immediate ultrasound.
- Li recognized a strong fetal heartbeat that arrived too early for their story.
- Finn physically supported Steffy during the exam, but his disappointed reaction spoke volumes.
- Finn already knows his wife’s surrogacy timeline doesn’t add up.
Daphne’s Innocent Gratitude Sets Off Li’s Alarm Bells
Daphne (Murielle Hilaire) thanked Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) for carrying their baby. She also praised Carter (Lawrence Saint-Victor) for never giving up on their dream of parenthood. Daphne declared how deeply loved this child would be. She planned to be actively involved every step of the way.
She then pleaded with Finn (Tanner Novlan) to support Steffy throughout the pregnancy. While sharing her excitement, Daphne casually mentioned how close she had been to boarding a flight for Paris.
This revelation set off alarm bells with Li (Naomi Matsuda). She left the office after warning Steffy that many more medical exams lay ahead.
Li Demands Answers and Forces Steffy Into an Exam
Li briefly stepped out before returning with a subtle demand to check for a fetal heartbeat. She admitted that it might be early, but insisted on taking the next medical step.
She overrode Carter’s visible panic and Steffy’s speechlessness. Unfazed by their weak objections, Li reminded Steffy of her role as the surrogate and ordered her onto the examination couch.
She applied the ultrasound gel directly to Steffy’s stomach. She immediately detected a strong, distinct heartbeat and noted how robust it was for such an early stage of pregnancy.
Steffy Endures the Ultrasound Under Finn’s Disappointment
Steffy remained trapped by Li’s persistence. She reluctantly agreed to the immediate scan. As the sound of the baby’s heartbeat filled the office, Daphne was overcome with emotion.
But Steffy was frozen under the weight of her deceit. Finn sat beside her with his hand on her shoulder. At one point, he reached out to squeeze her hand.
Yet, his demeanor revealed disappointment in his wife. Since this medical evidence challenged the timeline, Finn could have growing suspicions of Steffy’s faithfulness and fidelity.
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