Victoria was stunned, and for good reason. A sudden elopement between her brother and Sharon — especially after years of on-again, off-again romance — would be a huge move. Sharon and Nick share a long, complicated history, and while they’ve remained friends and co-parents, marriage seemed off the table… until now.

However, just as Victoria began to process the shocking news, Nick burst out laughing. It was a joke. There had been no wedding, no vows, no romantic getaway. Just Nick trying to mess with his sister in typical Newman fashion.

Victoria wasn’t amused. While she managed a small laugh, it was clear the joke struck a nerve. And it wasn’t just the prank itself — it was what it revealed. She couldn’t help but notice how easily the idea of Nick and Sharon marrying didn’t seem far-fetched. The two had spent quality time together in London, and Victoria saw a closeness that felt familiar — perhaps even romantic.

This raised red flags for Victoria, who began to dig a little deeper. She wondered if there was more truth behind Nick’s joke than he let on. After all, jokes often come from real feelings, and if Sharon and Nick did grow closer in London, what did that mean for their future?

Meanwhile, Sharon had her own concerns. Though the London trip brought the family together, she returned home with worries about her daughter, Mariah (Camryn Grimes). Something felt off. Sharon confided in Nick that Mariah seemed distracted and possibly hiding something. Her business trip had changed her, and Sharon feared it might affect Mariah’s relationship with Tessa (Cait Fairbanks). With Nick’s support, Sharon promised to gently approach her daughter to find out the truth.

Back in the Newman orbit, Victoria kept a close eye on Nick. While he laughed off the prank, his behavior suggested otherwise. He was unusually reflective, even nostalgic. Could it be that the time away from Genoa City reminded him of the bond he once shared with Sharon? After all, the two have weathered countless storms — from Cassie’s death to Faith’s struggles and their own emotional baggage. Perhaps London served as a reminder of what they once had… and what they could still rebuild.

The situation is complicated further by their respective personal lives. Sharon has tried to move forward, focusing on her mental health, her family, and her career. Nick, for his part, has often juggled loyalties between various relationships — from Phyllis to Sally and now possibly Sharon again. But with so much history, could Nick and Sharon finally be ready to turn the page on the past and start fresh?

Victoria’s reaction suggests she isn’t convinced this is all harmless fun. She knows her brother better than most and can tell when he’s hiding something. Whether it’s residual feelings for Sharon or a deeper truth from the London trip, Victoria seems determined to get to the bottom of it.

Meanwhile, the fans are left wondering: was Nick’s marriage joke just a moment of comic relief — or a masked confession? Could this be the beginning of another chapter for “Shick” (Sharon + Nick) fans, or just a red herring before new drama emerges?

With secrets brewing, past emotions bubbling up, and family dynamics shifting, the stage is set for more twists in Genoa City. Sharon and Nick may have returned from London without rings, but they certainly brought back unresolved feelings — and possibly new beginnings.

Stay tuned to The Young and the Restless as the truth behind the joke, Mariah’s mystery, and Victoria’s instincts unfold. One thing’s for sure: in Genoa City, no joke ever comes without consequences. 💍✈️🤔