Overview

• Kyle Abbott continues to clash with Holden Novak over their shared history with Audra Charles, with Holden questioning Kyle's loyalty to Claire.
• Despite professing devotion to Claire, Kyle secretly investigates Audra's rumored cosmetics innovation, which could disrupt the industry.
• Victoria Newman prepares to make a significant decision about her relationship with Cole Howard as he faces a potentially terminal health diagnosis.
• Claire Newman proposes a birthday party for Nikki Newman to gain Victor Newman’s approval of her relationship with Kyle, though Victor remains skeptical.
• As personal and professional stakes rise, tensions between the Newman and Abbott families intensify, setting the stage for further conflict.