In Genoa City, a storm brews behind the quiet strength of Traci Abbott. Known as one of the

Abbott family’s most level-headed and resilient members, Traci has always weathered life’s challenges with grace.

But this time, she’s stumbled upon a trio of explosive secrets so dangerous they’ve not only endangered her life—but drawn the wrath of a man she once trusted.

It all begins with her fiancé, Alan Lauron—a man with a polished image and a hidden past. As a respected consultant in the gas and utilities sector, Alan appeared perfect on paper. But Traci’s instincts started to scream when she overheard a cryptic late-night phone call. He was speaking about a “leak” and “perfect timing”—phrases that, while technical-sounding, chilled her to the bone.

In the days that followed, Alan grew more distant. Traci, ever perceptive, began connecting dots after two near-deadly gas leaks occurred—one at Sharon’s home and another at a hotel Phyllis was visiting. Both incidents were terrifyingly precise, and both women were lucky to escape alive. Convinced it was no coincidence, Traci began documenting everything: texts, voice messages, and even hired a private investigator.

Her first secret? She uncovered Alan’s involvement in the gas leak incidents. His excuses rang hollow, and the evidence she gathered painted a disturbing picture.

The second secret hit even closer to home: she found signs that Martin Abbott, long presumed dead, may have faked his death. Inconsistencies in his coroner’s report, missing personal effects, and whispers of sightings had haunted Jack. But now, with Alan acting as a potential pawn, Traci realized Martin might be manipulating events from the shadows.

Finally, the third secret—a revelation she hadn’t dared tell anyone until now: Martin wasn’t just back… he was targeting the Abbotts. Using Alan as either a willing participant or a blackmailed accomplice, he sought to fracture the family and plunge them into chaos.

When Alan disappeared on the night of their engagement celebration, Traci’s worry spiked. A chilling late-night visit confirmed her fears. Alan appeared at her hotel suite, expression unreadable, and warned her: “You need to call for help now.” Confused and terrified, she dialed 911. By the time help arrived, Alan was gone, leaving only a cryptic note: “I’m saving you whether you know it or not.”

Jack and Ashley sprang into action after hearing Traci’s panicked call. Ashley flew in from Chicago; Jack was already brimming with suspicion. They were convinced now more than ever—Martin was alive and orchestrating this nightmare.

Meanwhile, Sharon and Phyllis—both shaken and scarred—joined forces to investigate the attacks. Their rivalry put aside, they realized they were being hunted in the same twisted game. Gas leaks, abductions, a familiar silhouette… all signs pointed to a single puppet master.

The showdown came to a head in the hotel. As Traci awaited help, Sharon and Phyllis spotted a man in a hood moving toward her suite. Jack and Ashley burst in just in time to defend their sister. Then came the twist—Sharon and Phyllis cornered the hooded figure, only for him to reveal himself as Alan Lauron.

But the real kicker? According to a mysterious text Traci received moments earlier, the true threat wasn’t Alan—it was Martin. Alan was just another piece in the puzzle. As he smirked and said “Surprise,” the walls began closing in.

Now, with secrets out and the danger more real than ever, Traci and the Abbotts must uncover Martin’s true motives and stop his reign of terror. But can they, before someone else gets hurt?

Stay tuned—because in Genoa City, no secret stays buried forever.