At the Athletic Club, Kyle unexpectedly runs into Summer while she’s picking up takeout.

Their conversation is lighthearted at first, joking about how it feels like their families are living

together again in the club’s suites. Kyle mentions that Harrison enjoys moving between their rooms but hopes the renovations on the mansion will finish soon so they can return home. When he asks about her mother, Summer admits she’s trying not to worry, but something feels off. After everything that happened to Heather, she can’t shake the fear that Phyllis wouldn’t have disappeared without a reason. Overwhelmed, she begins to cry, and Kyle pulls her into a comforting hug.

Just then, Claire enters through the revolving doors and immediately freezes when she sees Kyle holding Summer. The intimacy of the moment clearly unsettles her. Claire quickly regains her composure and interrupts them. Summer steps back and explains that she was just feeling emotional, trying to process everything. Claire, on the other hand, says she’s there for a business lunch with Nikki. Summer is surprised at Claire’s professional ambition, given how recently she was devoted to working with children. Claire reveals that while she loved caring for Harrison, she feels revitalized returning to the business world. Kyle reassures her that she’s exactly where she belongs.

However, Summer’s expression hardens as she watches them. Memories of Claire’s past with Jordan come flooding back. For the first time in a long time, Summer feels certain—she isn’t just reacting out of desperation. Claire, meanwhile, remains unaware of Summer’s growing suspicions.

When Nikki arrives, she praises Claire for being early. Over lunch, Nikki and Summer discuss Phyllis’s mysterious situation, with Nikki trying to reassure her granddaughter that Phyllis will return. Meanwhile, Nikki also notices tension between Summer and Claire. When she presses Claire about it, Claire admits that she senses Summer struggling with Kyle’s relationship. She’s unsure if Summer wants Kyle back, but something is definitely off. Nikki suggests that Victor may be nudging Summer toward rekindling things with Kyle. Claire has no proof but points out that Summer has been acting more assertive around Kyle lately. Nikki advises her granddaughter not to be intimidated by Summer. If Claire’s relationship with Kyle is solid, she should hold onto it and not let doubts creep in.

Later, when Kyle and Summer arrive at Crimson Lights, he senses her mood has changed. She’s been unusually quiet. Kyle directly asks if she’s upset about his relationship with Claire. Summer insists he’s free to be with anyone he chooses, but she admits she still feels protective of him. Kyle tells her to let go of those lingering feelings, as his parents already worry about him enough. However, Summer has a bigger concern—her grandfather, Victor. She fears he might try to sabotage Kyle’s happiness. Kyle, though, isn’t afraid of Victor’s interference. He refuses to let Victor dictate his life or influence his relationship with Claire. Summer, still skeptical, questions whether Kyle is truly in love with Claire. Kyle hesitates but admits that while he isn’t there yet, things are progressing naturally. He hopes Summer truly means it when she says she isn’t bothered. But as Kyle walks off, Summer bites her lip, deep in thought.

Meanwhile, at Nate’s apartment, Amy reflects on reconnecting with her son. She admits that while things aren’t perfect, they reminisced and cried over the past, which gives her hope. Nate is relieved to hear that Damian may be willing to make amends. He also mentions Damian’s growing interest in knowing his half-brother better. However, Damian’s secrecy still concerns Nate, who half-expected him to vanish again. Amy asks if Nate has uncovered anything new, and he reveals that Lily did some digging of her own. She discovered that the businesses Damian claims to own are actually under the control of a mysterious figure named Aristotle Dumus. Damian is merely the CEO.

Amy has mixed feelings about this revelation. On one hand, she’s relieved that her son isn’t financially overextended. On the other hand, she wonders why Damian would agree to be a front for someone else’s enterprises. Nate suggests they shouldn’t always assume the worst. Amy decides to put faith in the idea that things will work out.

As their conversation shifts, Nate shares another piece of news—his oncologist friend has made time to discuss Amy’s treatment options. Amy is open to anything that might give her more time, especially now that she has a chance to mend things with her son. Feeling optimistic, she embraces the possibility of a miracle.

Over at Crimson Lights, Devon and Lily are catching up on the patio when Damian arrives. Lily introduces him to Devon, who remains skeptical of Damian’s past claims. Damian tries to charm Devon by complimenting his business success, but Devon immediately shifts the conversation, pressing him about the businesses he supposedly owns. When Damian hesitates, Lily steps in, admitting that she was the one who felt compelled to investigate his background.

As tension lingers in the air, one thing becomes clear—both Summer and Devon are on high alert. With Summer growing more determined to unravel Claire’s intentions and Devon questioning Damian’s true motives, secrets won’t stay buried for long.