In Genoa City, where power struggles and manipulation are the

currency of the elite, Victor Newman stands as the undisputed king.

His latest victory in the ongoing feud between the Newmans and the Abbotts was as ruthless as it was cunning. This time, the battleground was a courtroom, and the prize was the custody of young Harrison, the son of Kyle Abbott.

Victor’s strategy was simple yet devastatingly effective. By helping Summer win partial custody of Harrison, Victor not only scored a significant victory over the Abbotts but also positioned himself as the puppet master in Kyle’s life. The court’s decision to split custody between Summer and Kyle was more than just a legal ruling; it was a calculated move by Victor to keep Kyle under his thumb, using Harrison as both a bargaining chip and a hostage.

Victor’s message to Kyle was chillingly clear: ally with him, and Kyle would have everything he desired; cross him, and he would lose it all. These words echoed in Kyle’s mind, filling him with a mix of fear and anger. On one hand, the power and security Victor promised were tempting, but on the other, Kyle could feel the weight of betrayal hanging over him—the betrayal of his own family, especially his father, Jack Abbott.

Kyle’s realization that he was being used as a pawn in Victor’s game was a bitter pill to swallow. Watching his own father, Jack, devastated by the unfolding events only deepened Kyle’s internal conflict. Jack had always believed in Kyle and wanted the best for him, but now, he faced the heartbreaking reality that his son saw him not as a father but as an adversary. The pain of this betrayal was almost too much for Jack to bear, but he knew he couldn’t afford to dwell on it. The war between the Newmans and the Abbotts was far from over, and Jack resolved to fight for his family and everything they had built over generations.

Meanwhile, Kyle found himself caught in a web of anger and frustration. He desperately wanted to return to Jabot, to reclaim his place in the family business, and restore some sense of normalcy. But Victor’s threat loomed large—betray him, and Kyle would never see Harrison again. This threat chilled Kyle to the bone, forcing him to consider the unthinkable.

Harrison was everything to Kyle, the one thing that kept him grounded in a world of chaos. The thought of losing his son was unbearable, yet the idea of being Victor’s puppet was equally repugnant. Victor’s manipulation was as brutal as it was effective. By constantly dangling Harrison’s well-being as a threat, Victor ensured Kyle’s compliance, but this compliance came at a steep price—Kyle’s freedom, his loyalty, and ultimately, his soul.

As days passed, Kyle’s resentment grew, festering into a deep-seated rage. He seethed at the thought of how Victor and Summer had conspired against him, using his own son as leverage. This anger soon clouded his judgment, fueling thoughts of revenge. Dark visions of retribution began to take hold, and the idea of striking back at Victor became an obsession.

In his increasingly unhinged state, Kyle began to entertain the notion of confronting Victor physically, perhaps even going so far as to kill him. This terrifying thought took root in Kyle’s mind, making violence seem like a viable solution. But deep down, Kyle knew that if he acted on his rage, if he allowed his hatred to drive him to violence, he would not only destroy his own life but also risk losing Harrison forever.

Kyle knew he needed help, that he couldn’t take on Victor alone. He wasn’t strong enough or cunning enough. The only way he could hope to reclaim his life, protect his son, and escape the nightmare Victor had trapped him in was to return to Jabot. He needed his family, needed Jack, even if he couldn’t admit it to himself. The question was, could he swallow his pride, set aside his anger, and ask for the help he so desperately needed? Or would he let his rage consume him, pushing him to the point of no return?

As Kyle stood at the crossroads of his life, the choices before him were stark. He could seek out Jack, confess his mistakes, and hope that his father could forgive him and help him fight Victor. Or he could let his anger drive him into a confrontation that would end in tragedy. The stakes had never been higher, and the path Kyle chose would determine not just his own fate but the fate of everyone he loved. The battle lines were drawn, and the clock was ticking. Kyle Abbott had to decide—would he be the man who fought for his family or the man who let his anger destroy them all?