In an emotional turn of events on The Young and the Restless, Summer Newman

finds herself back in Kyle Abbott’s arms, much to the frustration of Claire Newman.

The encounter leaves Claire fuming as she watches the exes share a warm embrace. Earlier,

Claire had gifted Kyle a pair of AirPods at Crimson Lights, hoping to mend fences after Victor Newman’s interference in their relationship. However, Kyle is increasingly worried that Claire will eventually reach her breaking point and walk away. Having already endured years of control under Jordan’s influence, Claire assures Kyle that she won’t allow Victor to dictate her life in the same way. She vows to stand by Kyle, but Summer’s arrival complicates matters.

Summer, visibly distressed, informs Kyle that her mother, Phyllis, is missing, prompting him to comfort her. Claire watches with clenched fists as Kyle reassures Summer, reminding her to stay optimistic. The conversation soon shifts to Kyle and Claire’s recent dinner with Victor and Nikki Newman, which, unsurprisingly, didn’t go well. Summer, never one to hold back, points out that Claire is new to serious relationships and that having Victor as a grandfather must be an uphill battle. She can’t resist reminding Kyle that Victor never had issues with their past romance. Predicting trouble, Summer warns that Victor won’t stop until he drives a wedge between Kyle and Claire. Despite this ominous forecast, Kyle and Claire remain determined to fight for their love.

Meanwhile, Damon C. confronts Nate Hastings about his desire for closure with Amy Lewis. Damon presses Amy about her expectations, and she admits all she wants is forgiveness and for Damon to lean on his brother when she’s gone. However, their history is clouded by painful revelations—Damon resents Amy for becoming emotionally distant after they almost lost Jackson. The wounds run deep, and Damon can’t shake the feeling of betrayal, especially after learning that Jackson is not his biological father. Though he offers Amy a hug, forgiveness remains a distant possibility.

Elsewhere, Victor digs deeper into Damon’s past and uncovers a mysterious connection to a man named Aristotle Dumas. Despite Damon’s rapid rise in the corporate world, Victor realizes that he only holds paper ownership of his businesses—the true power lies with Aristotle, a shadowy figure who always seems to emerge unscathed from financial turmoil. Lily, who initially requested Victor’s investigation, remains cryptic about her motivations, further fueling suspicions.

Back at the Grand Phoenix, Damon encounters Nate again and reflects on his tense conversation with Amy. Nate urges him to find it in his heart to forgive, but Damon remains uncertain. Later, Lily unexpectedly runs into Damon, revealing that she has already crossed paths with him before. As the night unfolds, Damon invites Lily to dinner to discuss his unresolved issues with his mother, hinting at deeper connections between them.

Meanwhile, Victor, still focused on Aristotle Dumas, reaches out to Michael Baldwin for another assignment. Michael, who has been keeping a low profile, will soon uncover shocking details about Aristotle, potentially shifting the power dynamics in Genoa City.

Back in the emotional turmoil of Summer and Claire’s ongoing rivalry, Kyle finds himself caught in the middle. Victor, never one to back down, issues a subtle but firm warning to Kyle—he is fiercely protective of his family, and he expects Kyle to tread carefully. While Kyle insists he has good intentions, Victor remains skeptical, convinced that another Abbott family disaster is inevitable. Summer shares Victor’s concerns, believing that despite Kyle and Claire’s determination, their relationship will only grow more complicated.

From across the room, Claire watches Victor’s calculated moves with growing resentment. She refuses to let him dictate her life based on past family mistakes, but Victor remains unwavering. “Trust me, they will,” he ominously declares, leaving Claire unsettled. Meanwhile, Jack Abbott and Kyle suspect that Victor is scheming against their family, and as Nikki Newman observes the tension, she warns them all—this war is far from over.

At Society, Michael Baldwin tries to focus on his personal life, brushing off Lauren Fenmore’s concerns about his latest dealings. Lauren knows better—whatever Victor has asked of him will surely come back to haunt them. Despite her warnings, Michael decides to live in the moment, pulling Lauren onto the dance floor and later whisking her away to a private suite. As they revel in their romance, Michael’s phone buzzes with an incoming call from Victor. Ignoring it, he turns his attention back to Lauren, determined to enjoy the night.

But Victor isn’t one to be ignored. Leaving a voicemail for Michael, he demands urgent intel on Jabot’s next moves, setting the stage for another round of corporate warfare. With tensions mounting and relationships hanging in the balance, one thing is clear—Genoa City is in for another rollercoaster ride. Stay tuned!