Soap weddings are rarely simple, and for Liam and Hope — affectionately dubbed “Lope” by fans — their latest engagement might be the calm before the next emotional storm.

According to Swooon and recent on-air developments, The Bold and the Beautiful is fast-tracking Liam Spencer and Hope Logan down the aisle once again. The iconic couple is set to remarry this December, in what could be one of the most talked-about soap weddings of the year. But with happiness often a fleeting state in the world of daytime drama, viewers are already wondering — what’s next?

Could Liam’s New Power Trip End Their Honeymoon Early?

With Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) softening and possibly stepping away from Spencer Publications to support Katie Logan and her turmoil at Forrester Creations, it looks like Liam may step into his father’s shoes. But power, especially Spencer power, comes with complications.

If Liam begins to emulate Bill’s cutthroat persona in the boardroom, Hope could find herself married to a man she barely recognizes. Could this be the catalyst that threatens their newly rekindled bond?

Enter Ivy — the Wild Card?

Soap vet Ivy Forrester may become a spoiler in “Lope’s” happiness. As the story hints, Ivy could find herself offering Liam a sympathetic ear as Hope struggles to adjust to her husband’s shift in attitude. Could old feelings resurface — or new ones ignite?

Involving Ivy in a potential love triangle would certainly breathe new life into her storyline, which has remained stagnant while she’s been playing third wheel to Electra and Will. And for viewers who remember the steamy tension between Ivy and Liam, it could be the perfect storm.

What Does This Mean for ‘Lope’?

Hope and Liam have weathered many storms, but history has proven that no couple is safe for long in B&B. With career pressures, shifting power dynamics, and possible romantic distractions ahead, their path may be anything but smooth post-“I do.”