**The Young and the Restless Spoilers: Lucy Takes Faith on the

Run to Portugal – Daniel Stops Sharon from Chasing After Her**

Tensions have been brewing for weeks as Daniel and Heather struggle

to keep their daughter, Lucy, from slipping further into rebellion.

What began as small disagreements has evolved into intense confrontations, as Lucy’s close bond with her best friend, Faith Newman, becomes a source of conflict. Lucy feels deeply connected to Faith, who has her own troubles. Faith is deeply affected by her mother Sharon’s erratic behavior, which has worsened over time. Sharon’s untreated mental health issues have created a chaotic home environment, leaving Faith feeling vulnerable. In Lucy’s mind, Faith needs her, and no one—not even her parents—can tear them apart.

Daniel has tried reasoning with Lucy, but every conversation ends in tears or shouting. Lucy refuses to abandon Faith, believing her friend cannot be left behind in such a dangerous situation. Sharon’s mental health has been deteriorating rapidly, and Faith, still just a teenager, is caught in the middle of the chaos. Faith’s fear for her mother’s unpredictable outbursts has made her bond with Lucy even stronger.

Heather and Daniel, torn between their instincts to protect their daughter and their growing fear for her safety, make a hard decision. They decide to send Lucy to Portugal, where Heather’s family can offer her a safer, more stable environment. The plan seems sound—Lucy will be far away from the turmoil of Genoa City, where Sharon’s condition has reached a critical point. But Lucy throws a wrench into their plans: she refuses to leave without Faith.

“I can’t abandon her,” Lucy pleads, her voice trembling. “She needs me. I can’t just walk away and leave her here with Sharon. It’s not safe.” Daniel, already exhausted and frustrated by the situation, understands all too well how bad things have gotten with Sharon. But now, they face a new dilemma—what to do about Faith. Despite their fears, Heather and Daniel agree to allow Faith to join Lucy in Portugal. It’s not an ideal solution, but they believe it’s the best option they have.

With tickets to Lisbon in hand, Lucy and Faith prepare to leave Genoa City behind. Heather’s family in Portugal will keep an eye on the girls from a distance, but Daniel is troubled by the thought of sending two teenage girls to a foreign country without parental supervision. Will they be able to handle the challenges of living in a new city, or will the distance from their parents create even more problems?

As the girls board the plane, the weight of the situation hangs heavy in the air. In the rearview mirror, Daniel watches Lucy and Faith whispering to each other, forming an unbreakable pact. Lucy’s loyalty to Faith is admirable, but it also frightens Daniel. How far is his daughter willing to go to protect her friend?

For Faith, leaving Genoa City is bittersweet. She loves her mother, but Sharon’s recent breakdowns have made it impossible for her to stay. Faith has seen things no daughter should ever witness, and she is terrified of what Sharon might do next. Although Faith feels guilty for leaving her mother behind, the need for distance is stronger. Lucy has become her lifeline.

As the plane takes off, Faith and Lucy hold hands, staring out the window as Genoa City disappears beneath them. A mix of relief and uncertainty fills the space between them as they embark on their new life in Portugal. But questions linger—can they truly build a life of independence, far away from everything they’ve known? Can they escape the shadows of their troubled pasts?

Back in Genoa City, Sharon’s reaction is nothing short of devastating. When she learns that Daniel and Heather have taken Faith away without warning, something inside her snaps. Already fragile, Sharon’s mental state spirals into chaos as she is overwhelmed with rage and despair. The thought of her daughter being taken away to a foreign country without her permission fills Sharon with uncontrollable fury, and she blames Heather for it all.

As Sharon’s world collapses, the future for Lucy and Faith remains uncertain.