On聽The Young and the Restless聽on August 7, 2025,聽Victor Newman approaches Lily Winters with a manipulative scheme involving Cane Ashby, testing her resolve and emotional boundaries. As Victor urges Lily to use her history with Cane for strategic gain, she is left torn between anger and caution.
Meanwhile, Claire Grace Newman confronts Audra Charles after learning of her role in a seduction plot orchestrated by Victor, making it clear she won鈥檛 tolerate further interference. Over at Newman Media, Kyle Abbott tries to cut a deal with Adam Newman, pushing a risky proposal that could complicate his standing with both Adam and Victor.
The Young and the Restless spoilers for Thursday, August 7, 2025
Victor pressures Lily into a scheme against Cane
Victor Newman meets聽Lily Winters and Devon at Crimson Lights to discuss Cane Ashby鈥檚 return to Genoa City. He urges Lily to join him in a plot to manipulate Cane using his unresolved feelings for her. Despite her initial resistance, Victor suggests Lily pretend there鈥檚 a romantic future between her and Cane to extract information.
Lily is hesitant and voices her discomfort, but after Victor leaves, she begins to reconsider. Devon warns Lily that Cane might see through her and questions the safety of such a risky move. Lily acknowledges the danger but believes it might be worth considering.
Claire warns Audra to back off
Claire stands her ground, telling Audra to walk away from the situation for good. Despite Claire鈥檚 firm stance, Audra plants seeds of doubt by suggesting that she is the woman Kyle really wants, adding tension to Claire and Kyle鈥檚 already fragile relationship.
Kyle proposes a deal to Adam
Kyle and Claire approach Adam Newman at Newman Media in hopes of securing Adam鈥檚 old apartment. While Claire initiates the conversation, it is聽Kyle who ultimately makes the offer. He hints at Jabot possibly buying ad space, but Adam is hesitant to get involved.
With Victor already displeased over the hit pieces on Billy, Adam does not want to provoke him further. Victor soon arrives, catches on to the situation, and firmly shuts down the idea. Claire refuses a private conversation with Victor and leaves with Kyle, frustrated that the apartment plan fell through, and tensions with Victor continue.
