💍 Carter Proposes to Hope! 😳 But Will She Say Yes This Time? 😢 Her History with Proposals Could Ruin Everything

The Bold and the Beautiful is turning up the romance—and the tension—this week, as Carter Walton gets down on one knee to propose to Hope Logan! But fans know this isn’t a guaranteed happily-ever-after. Hope has a complicated history when it comes to marriage proposals… and not all of them end with a “yes.”

Will she break Carter’s heart the same way she broke Thomas’s? Or is this her chance at a fresh start?

Let’s break down the emotional rollercoaster leading up to Carter’s big moment—and why this proposal might not go the way he hopes.

A Romance Built on Rebounds?

Carter and Hope’s relationship has been blossoming slowly in the aftermath of Hope’s painful breakup with Thomas. Though their bond started as a close friendship, recent episodes have shown undeniable sparks between the two.

After months of mutual support, lingering glances, and quiet conversations about love, Carter finally decides to take the plunge—despite knowing full well that Hope has left men heartbroken before.

His reason?

“She deserves stability, love, and someone who puts her first. I can give her that. I want to give her that—for the rest of her life.”

Aww, Carter. But is Hope ready?

Flashbacks of Thomas

For viewers—and for Hope herself—the memory of Thomas’s proposal still looms large. Despite telling Thomas she loved him, she stunned everyone by rejecting his marriage proposal, leaving him humiliated and heartbroken.

Hope’s reasons were complicated. She was still grieving the fallout of their past lies, Liam’s shadow still lingered, and she wasn’t sure if she was rushing into a commitment out of guilt or loneliness.

But now that Carter is asking the same question, will those emotional scars resurface?

The Proposal Scene: Everything Was Perfect… Almost

Carter pulls out all the stops in a heartfelt, romantic setup at Il Giardino. Rose petals, string lights, soft piano music—it’s pure soap-opera magic. Hope is clearly caught off guard, but touched by his sincerity.

In a beautifully written speech, Carter says:

“You make me believe in second chances, Hope. In love after loss. In healing. I know your heart’s been through war. I’m not asking for perfection—just for your hand, and your heart, if you’re ready.”

He gets down on one knee. The ring sparkles. The restaurant goes silent. All eyes are on Hope.

She gasps… and doesn’t speak.

Hope’s Inner Conflict

Hope’s silence speaks volumes. Internally, she’s torn. Carter represents everything stable, kind, and good. But her fear of repeating past mistakes holds her back.

Back at Brooke’s house, Hope later confides in her mother:

“I don’t want to hurt Carter. He’s incredible. But what if I say yes for the wrong reasons? What if I’m just scared of being alone?”

Brooke gently reminds her:

“You can’t punish yourself forever for loving the wrong man. Carter’s not Thomas. And he’s certainly not Liam.”

Still, Hope seems paralyzed by indecision—caught between moving forward and being honest with herself.

Carter Waits… But Not Forever

Carter, ever the gentleman, doesn’t pressure her for an answer on the spot. He tells her to take the time she needs—but it’s clear the delay is agonizing.

Zende warns Carter that waiting too long for Hope might backfire:

“If she doesn’t know what she wants by now, that might be your answer.”

Will Carter be left heartbroken yet again, just like he was with Quinn and Katie?