"He's afraid of the bully" — The Bold and the Beautiful fans question why Eric isn't upset with Steffy and Ridge for signing away the company

"He — The Bold and the Beautiful fans question why Eric isn't upset with Steffy (Image via CBS)

Eric Forrester has long been the cornerstone of The Bold and the Beautiful, leading the Forrester family and Forrester Creations with passion. Recently, however, fans have been puzzled by his silence. Despite Steffy and Ridge making decisions about the company's future that Eric would typically oppose, he has not voiced his concerns, leaving viewers wondering why he's not acting as he usually does.

Social media and fan forums have been ablaze with the discussions of Eric's apparent lack of anger or resistance. Many fans are expressing frustration, accusing Steffy and Ridge of betraying Eric's trust and tarnishing his legacy.

While some viewers find Eric's serene composure as a sign of a strategic and long-term strategy to regain the throne, others fear it could be a sad resignation. With the uncertainty in Eric's reaction, the plot has been kept alive with so much tension.

"He's afraid of the Bully," said one fan on The Bold and The Beautiful's official page.

Fan reaction (Image via Facebook/@TheBoldandTheBeautiful)

Many fans wondered why Eric wasn't angry at Steffy and questioned the same.

Fan reactions (Image via Facebook/@TheBoldandTheBeautiful)

Many fans thought Eric was pretty stupid to keep Carter around.

The Bold and The Beautiful: Why isn't Eric speaking out against Steffy and Ridge?

Of course, the most enigmatic thing about this plot remains Eric's silence. Traditionally, Eric has never had any qualms about defending his company, including all the times when he has been at odds with his own family to do so. A possible reason for the current situation is that Eric is going through vulnerability issues.

At this stage in his life, he may feel that the new generation is beating him in both body and spirit. Steffy being the CEO, and Ridge Forrester big-timing into her corner, this gives Forrester Creations such mass and muscle that he might feel his reservations will never be heard.

Fans even suggest that Eric may be keeping quiet because he does not wish to split up his family further. The Forresters have struggled with power issues for quite some time now, and Eric has always been at the receiving end of it.

He may be trying to keep the silence, even at the cost of personal beliefs. Still, this silent approach is precisely what frustrates people about the man who built Forrester Creations from scratch and whom fans are expecting more.

The Bold and The Beautiful: Are Steffy and Ridge betraying Eric's visit?

Eric, who has always valued family unity and the company’s reputation, is troubled by the direction Steffy has taken Forrester Creations. Under her leadership, the company has faced controversies, including poor business decisions and internal struggles. Ridge's support for Steffy has raised questions about his loyalty to Eric's values.

Steffy, while strong, has sometimes let personal emotions affect her decisions, and her approach to company conflicts has differed from Eric’s principles. Meanwhile, Ridge's ongoing clashes with Eric over control have added strain to their relationship.

This perceived betrayal has ignited strong reactions from fans, many of whom feel that Steffy and Ridge are prioritizing their ambitions over Eric’s legacy. While the Forresters have always been a family of strong personalities, this latest power struggle feels particularly personal, leaving fans wondering if the family will ever truly mend the rift.

Fans of The Bold and The Beautiful can watch the episodes on CBS on weekdays.

Edited by Divya Singh