In Genoa City, power games are a way of life, and few understand this better than Audra,

a sharp and ambitious young woman. She’s quickly learned the ins and outs of navigating

the complex and often ruthless world dominated by Victor Newman. Audra thrives on challenges,

and in Victor, she’s found a formidable opponent. However, not all of her plans unfold as smoothly as she’d like, especially when her involvement in a high-stakes takeover of GAD—a deal meant to cement her status—starts to unravel. The unexpected twist? Both Audra and Claire announce their pregnancies, throwing Kyle Abbott into a whirlwind of difficult choices. How will Summer react when she learns the truth about Kyle’s tangled relationships?

Victor Newman, a master strategist, has positioned Kyle Abbott as a critical piece in his larger scheme. Kyle’s role goes beyond that of a dutiful employee; he’s a spy, tasked with stirring up trouble for his father, Jack Abbott, to further Victor’s own objectives. Kyle, despite his youth, is no stranger to the harsh realities of life and the shadowy schemes that come with being a Newman. He’s learned the importance of keeping his emotions in check, but Victor is well aware that to keep the game in his control, he needs to manage the volatile emotions of Summer Newman, Kyle’s wife, whom he once loved deeply.

Summer Newman has undergone significant changes, especially since Alison Lanier took over the role, bringing a more mature and resilient quality to the character. Summer and Kyle once shared a fairy-tale life in Italy, raising their son, Harrison, together. Their time in Europe was idyllic, as they led the prestigious Marchetti fashion company. But what began as a beautiful romance soon turned bitter. The couple fought a fierce legal battle over Harrison, with Kyle’s darker, more selfish side emerging. His cold, calculated relationship with Audra began to evolve into something more complex as they spent time together. Despite Audra’s frosty demeanor, she developed real feelings for Kyle, even though she knew she was just a piece in his larger plan.

Meanwhile, Kyle’s feelings for Claire, a new presence in his life, stirred something in him that he hadn’t felt in years—a tenderness that had long been absent from his marriage to Summer. Though Kyle and Summer once fought valiantly for their love, their second marriage has become a mere shadow of its former self, a confirmation that their once deep connection has slowly faded. Summer’s decision to conceal Phyllis’s existence was the final straw for Kyle, who felt profoundly betrayed. He didn’t hesitate to punish Summer for what he saw as her moral failings. In his eyes, love had soured into hatred, and he no longer saw any value in protecting their marriage.

Victor, ever the strategist, recognized the growing rift between Kyle and Summer. He approached Kyle, attempting to address Summer’s plea to keep Audra at a distance. Victor understood that Summer couldn’t stand the sight of Audra near Kyle, and he devised a plan to ease this tension. However, Audra was still a crucial part of Victor’s scheme to take over GAD, though she wasn’t irreplaceable. Victor used Kyle as a tool to unsettle Jack, pushing his plans forward. Despite the secrecy surrounding his moves, Victor knew he couldn’t cut ties with Kyle until all loose ends were tied up.

Summer, determined to protect her son, wanted Audra to stay far away from Harrison. This likely meant Audra would have to take a backseat in both the business and Kyle’s personal life, no longer exerting any influence. As the power struggle intensifies, with secrets and conspiracies lurking just beneath the surface, it’s clear that in this game, there are no real winners—only pawns in Victor Newman’s elaborate chessboard. The question remains: who will be the last one standing?