On September 8, 2025, Victor summoned his heirs—Nick, Adam, and Victoria—to a clandestine meeting that felt more like a military briefing than a family gathering. The air was thick with anticipation as Victor, shaken by the revelation of Audra as his daughter, laid out a ruthless strategy designed to consolidate Newman power and dismantle any threats, particularly targeting Kyle and Claire.

Nick’s weariness was evident as he questioned the morality of their impending conflict with Cain Ashby, whose company has developed an artificial intelligence program with the potential to disrupt entire industries. Adam, ever the opportunist, saw this as a chance to seize power, while Victoria grappled with her father’s chilling vision, torn between family loyalty and her ethical compass.

Meanwhile, the drama escalated outside the Newman Towers, where Cain Ashby, grappling with his own demons, faced the wrath of Phyllis Summers. Their tumultuous history flared as Phyllis, relentless in her pursuit of chaos, intruded on Cain’s efforts to reconcile with Lily Winters. Her meddling threatened to unravel any progress Cain hoped to make, leaving him scrambling to defend his fragile relationship with Lily, who remains wary of his intentions.

As tensions simmered, Michael Baldwin entered the fray, having received an enticing offer from Cain that could change the game entirely. However, Victor’s keen instincts led him to see through the façade, and he proposed a covert alliance with Michael, positioning him as a double agent within Cain’s camp. This dangerous arrangement could either cement Victor’s dominance or lead to catastrophic consequences, as Michael navigates the treacherous waters of loyalty and betrayal.

With Victor’s war council in full swing, the stakes have never been higher. The looming question remains: will the Newman empire successfully weaponize Cain’s AI, plunging Genoa City into a new era of ruthless corporate warfare? Or will the tangled web of personal and professional entanglements lead to unforeseen chaos that could bring even the mighty Victor Newman to his knees?