The Young and the Restless knows how to bring the drama and April 28 – May 2 was no exception. A mystery illness, an epic showdown, and a scandalous secret kept us glued to our screens.

Victor Vs. Michael

Oh, how things can turn badly in a friendship. Poor Michael (Christian Le Blanc) simply cannot win. As much as he helps The Mustache and stands by his side, he gets kicked over and over again. On Monday, things turned sour between them once again as they battled over Mathison…and Jordan…and a whole host of other grievances. Was it a make it or break it moment for the friends? No, of course not. But, maybe Michael should think of taking a step back from the Newman drama.

Is Cole Sick?!

Cole (J. Eddie Peck) had us on edge on Wednesday. He’s back in Genoa City but it’s clear not all is well. In fact, things are looking pretty bleak. He rolled into the Tack House and it wasn’t long before he was laying on the couch too poorly to get up. Oh sure, he put on a brave face but it became increasingly clear he’s not okay. This is no simply cold. Cole is unwell and we fear he and Victoria’s reunion might be cut far too short if this sickness goes sideways.

Mariah’s Dirty Little Secret

Friday had our jaws on the floor when Mariah (Camryn Grimes) tearfully opened up to her mother. Hearing about her trip, her drinking, and her borderline stalking of Ian Ward (Ray Wise) had our jaws on the floor. And, to learn she doesn’t want to tell her wife?! Well, that’s no good. Tessa (Cait Fairbanks) is her person and hiding something this big is only going to backfire in the end. It’s not like Mariah to feel so much shame she can’t open up. We have to wonder if there’s more to this story than she’s letting on.