Things are heating up in Genoa City as secrets, schemes, and shifting loyalties set the stage for explosive drama on The Young and the Restless. Summer Newman (Allison Lanier) is about to find herself at the center of a high-stakes game — one that could either win back Kyle Abbott’s (Michael Mealor) trust or destroy the last shred of peace between the Abbotts and Newmans.

While passing by the Newman offices, Summer accidentally overhears a private conversation between Victor Newman (Eric Braeden) and Audra Charles (Zuleyka Silver). What she hears shocks her to the core: Victor has recruited Audra to help sabotage Kyle’s budding relationship with Claire Grace (Hayley Erin), all in a bid to “protect” the family legacy. Audra seems hesitant to seduce Kyle outright, but she’s clearly on board with Victor’s manipulative plan.

Now, Summer faces a heartbreaking dilemma. Should she warn Kyle, despite their complicated past? Doing so would put her in direct opposition to Victor — a powerful and dangerous man to cross. But staying silent could allow Kyle to fall straight into Audra’s trap.

Though Summer still harbors feelings for her ex, her decision seems driven more by a sense of right and wrong than jealousy. She knows how destructive Victor’s interference can be, and she’s unwilling to stand by while Kyle is used as a pawn.

As the truth threatens to spill out, Genoa City could be on the brink of another emotional earthquake. Will Kyle believe Summer’s warning — or is it already too late?

Stay tuned as loyalty is tested, alliances shift, and secrets refuse to stay buried on The Young and the Restless.