Ridge tells Stephanie where he is staying and she goes for a visit. Stephanie is surprised when Ridge is more concerned about talking to Brooke other than Taylor. Michael tells Hunter about the gun, explaining that Enrique and Megan all saw it before she gave it to Ridge. Thorne convinces a reluctant Taylor to go with him on a skiing trip to Big Bear, asking Megan to take his messages so he isn't disturbed. Hunter looks to question Thorne but finds out from Megan that he is out of town with Taylor. Ridge is furious when he finds out. Meanwhile up at Big Bear, Taylor walks in on Thorne getting out of the shower.