Since rekindling their flame, Donna has been a rock for Eric throughout his current medical crisis.
Even when Quinn was around, Donna was not actively dating.
She was still holding a candle for him and only him."

Eric’s determined to make his final collection his greatest, competing against Ridge.
He is the founder, and he should have his wishes."
Adding another layer to their romance is Donna’s concern for Eric facing this crisis alone.

Donna thinks that being surrounded by love and support would make Eric feel better."