In the latest episode of Plus belle la vie, Jennifer and Samuel grapple with their future, particularly regarding parenthood. Samuel confides in Patrick about his reluctance to become a father, while Ophélie navigates her artistic career and seeks to find her biological parents. Meanwhile, Baptiste struggles with fears about Emma’s absence and her potential promotion in Australia. Tension escalates when Emma’s health takes a concerning turn, hinting at the possibility of a new family member.
Warning: The following content reveals key plot points from the latest episode of Plus belle la vie, encore plus belle aired Thursday afternoon on TF1! If you prefer to avoid spoilers, it’s best to stop reading now!
On Thursday, December 12, in Plus belle la vie, encore plus belle…
Jennifer and Samuel Discuss Their Future
As the day begins, Jennifer (Diane Dassigny) awakens to find that Samuel (Iñaki Lartigue) has risen early to mend Raphaël’s toy train, the son of Patrick and Babeth. Seizing the moment, she points out that children are increasingly influencing his life—Christmas cheer at the police station, the ongoing investigation into little Romy, and now toy repairs.
Samuel reacts with frustration to Jennifer’s comments. Taken aback by his outburst, she probes his feelings, questioning whether this tension stems from his ambivalence about becoming a father. However, he dismisses the opportunity for a serious conversation. Jennifer challenges him, saying, ‘Am I dreaming or are you running away?’
At the Mistral police station, Samuel confides in Patrick about the growing rift with Jennifer, particularly due to her hesitation to have children. He admits to his colleague that he isn’t ready for fatherhood just yet.
In an unexpected turn, Patrick takes on a counselor role, suggesting to Samuel that perhaps the time has come to embrace the idea of being a dad. He encourages Samuel to reflect on what fatherhood truly means.
Later at home, Samuel finds Jennifer still working on the train. He joins her, breaking the silence. Jennifer reveals her fear of losing him because of her reluctance to have a child. Samuel reassures her, stating, ‘I want to enjoy the two of us for now.’
Ophélie Seeks Her True Parents
At the Massalia residence, Ophélie is meeting with an agent who shares exciting news: a wholesaler interested in her artistic work may be on the horizon. Thrilled by this development, she announces her decision to drop the name Ophélie K in favor of simply Colombine. The agent supports her choice wholeheartedly and promises to present her work to the wholesaler.
Hours later, the agent returns with an offer from the wholesaler, who is ready to contract ten models but insists on a lower price and refuses to use her new name. Overjoyed yet cautious, Ophélie is eager to sign but faces pressure to explore better options.
Before she makes a decision, her agent advises her to consult Ulysse (Jeremy Charvet), who possesses expertise in negotiations and labor laws. Will Ophélie reconcile with her older brother?
Following this advice, Ophélie meets Ulysse for drinks, presenting him with the contract and receiving invaluable guidance. During their time together, she also expresses her regrets and apologizes to him.
Ulysse reassures her that she will always be his ‘beloved little sister.’ Seizing the moment, Ophélie asks him for a significant favor: assistance in locating her biological parents. Will Ulysse agree to help?
Is Emma Expecting?
At the Mistral, Baptiste is feeling overwhelmed. He confides in his father, saying, ‘I had a nightmare last night. I dreamed that Emma didn’t come back. Without her, I’m nothing.’ Thomas (Laurent Kérusoré) comforts him, assuring him that things will improve and suggests they work together at the restaurant today.
Back at home, Thomas seizes the chance to check his phone while Emma is out. He notices she has a meeting scheduled at Boulevard du Cap. When Emma arrives, she informs him she’s meeting a friend, but Thomas raises an eyebrow at her attire, hinting at something more.
Meanwhile, Mirta visits the Mistral, feeling down about her daughter Luna. However, her spirits lift when she reconnects with Baptiste, sharing fond memories that rekindle jealousy in Kilian.
During Emma’s professional meeting with a man named Fabrice, Thomas unexpectedly barges in, confronting her about her supposed ‘friendly’ meeting. To his surprise, Emma clarifies that Fabrice is her boss, not a romantic interest.
Later that evening, Thomas apologizes to Emma. She explains that she’s fighting for a promotion in Australia, which could slip away due to her recent emotional turmoil. She adds that if she secures the position, it would require her to commit for at least five years.
As Thomas tries to persuade her against returning to Australia, Emma suddenly feels unwell and begins to vomit. Moments later, she finds herself in Gabriel’s office, where it’s revealed that her blood pressure is alarmingly low. Baptiste joins her, and together they realize they may be expecting a new addition to their family.