Top 5 Takeaways & Y&R Spoilers:

1. Jack’s Hopeful Stance: After a call with Ashley, Jack is optimistic that the family wars have subsided. He opens up to Diane about his concerns regarding Billy’s increasing paranoia and desire to seize control of Jabot. While Jack is hopeful of peace, Diane remains cautious, suggesting Kyle might need to step in should Billy continue on his confrontational path.
2. Kyle’s Complicated Relationships: Kyle is confronted by Nikki regarding his affair with Audra, which Nikki believes to be a means of evading his marital problems with Summer. Though Nikki has placed conditions on Audra to keep her job at Newman Media, Kyle assures Nikki of his and Audra’s professional conduct going forward, even as his personal life with Summer remains complicated.
3. Billy’s Protective Measures: At the Chancellor’s residence, Billy voices his apprehensions concerning Diane’s potential danger to Jabot. He reveals plans of a bylaw that could strip Diane of her board position, thus safeguarding the company’s stability. Abby, however, feels that Diane’s recent heroics, like saving her mother’s life, should soften their stance against her.
4. Audra’s Career and Personal Balancing Act: During a lunch at Society, Audra’s recent work troubles and relationships are the focal points. She must carefully navigate her personal relationship with Kyle and her professional ties to Newman Media, especially with Nikki being watchful. Nate warns her of possible threats, including Adam’s potential revenge plans.
5. Tensions Rise at Jabot: Jack and Billy’s differences intensify as they debate Diane’s role at Jabot. Billy believes they need specific guidelines, questioning Diane’s business knowledge. But Jack, fully trusting Diane, takes Billy’s doubts as a sign of mistrust. This conflict could potentially reshape Jabot’s future leadership.

Will Diane’s Role at Jabot Drive a Deeper Wedge Between Jack and Billy? Y&R Spoilers Dive In!

Jack spoke to Ashley on the phone. After the call ended, he told Diane that Ashley and Tucker postponed their business plans because of their honeymoon. Jack feels hopeful that the problems between him and his family are over. However, Diane thinks he should still be careful. Jack values her concern but believes the conflict has ended. Still, he worries about his brother Billy, who has become paranoid and is trying to take control of Jabot. Jack told Diane he has faith in her and needs her support if things get bad with Billy. If his brother keeps causing problems, he might have to let Billy go. Then Diane would need to step up. She suggested Kyle should take over if that happens, but Jack is not sure about that.

Nikki asked Kyle to come to the ranch. She wanted to know why Kyle slept with Audra. Nikki thinks he did it to avoid dealing with marriage problems with Summer. Nikki admitted she told Audra she could only keep her job at Newman Media if she stopped seeing Kyle. Kyle lied that he knows about this and he and Audra already ended things. He promised Nikki they will keep things professional now. Nikki advised Kyle to work on repairing his marriage with Summer. She talked about how she and Victor overcame challenges but got stronger. However, Kyle calmly explained he could not forgive Summer for crossing a line. Nikki respected his reasons and stopped pressuring him. She is letting Kyle keep his job for now but warned that he and Audra are being watched. They will be fired if they start an intimate relationship again.

Billy visited the Chancellor house to see Dominic, but he was not there. Abby assumed Billy came to ask about her mother. She told him that her mother and Tucker are happy on their honeymoon. Billy hopes his siblings resolved their issues. However, he can’t stop worrying about Diane and her potential threat to Jabot. He talked about the post-nuptial agreement and how it was vague about Diane’s role in Jabot. To prevent problems, he is making a bylaw to remove her from the board. This requires a majority vote. Abby cautioned that could lead to more conflict.

Billy insists he supports his brother but believes the company needs stability before Diane tries taking his place. Abby admitted her attitude about Diane improved since Diane saved her mother’s life. Billy was surprised but doesn’t think that proves anything. He maintains his actions are only to protect the company. Abby said she will not be involved in the decision.

Audra and Nate had lunch at Society. Nate said Audra should be happy she was demoted instead of fired. Audra confessed she had to do some maneuvering to keep Nikki satisfied. Nate asked how much Nikki knows about her and Kyle’s relationship outside work. Audra clarified Nikki knows everything, but she would not risk her career for a fling. Nate was relieved and advised her to focus on work. He also warned Adam might seek revenge. Audra doesn’t think Adam is a big deal. Nate told Audra to keep her confidence and not risk losing it by getting involved with Kyle again. Audra insisted to Nate that Kyle is unimportant in her life. They discussed whether Nick is a threat. Nate is sure Victoria will always support him. Audra doubts things will go as smoothly as Nate expects when Nick comes back.

Abby saw Kyle in the park and assumed he is still upset about the divorce, but Kyle said he feels free and happy. Abby was skeptical about his positive attitude, but Kyle insisted he learned from mistakes and walked away. Abby called Jack and said she thinks Kyle is on a bad path.

Billy entered Jabot and started arguing with Jack. They both wanted to fix things, so Billy asked Diane to leave the room. Jack said she could stay, but she left anyway, saying she had something to take care of. Billy proposed the board place limits on what Diane can do, which offended Jack. Billy argued they need guidelines since they don’t know Diane’s business skills. However, Jack trusts her with both his heart and the business. Billy took this as a sign Jack does not trust him. Billy angrily left, insisting he only wants to protect the company. Diane asked Billy if she just traded one enemy for another. Billy told her he is not her enemy but worries about her position in the company. He knows she is ambitious and believes Jack will give in to whatever she wants. Billy is the only one willing to take necessary steps to protect the company.

At Crimson Lights, Billy saw Kyle and could tell something was going on. However, Billy was vague when Kyle asked him questions. He admitted he and Jack are having executive issues. Kyle suspected it involves his mother and warned Billy not to mess with her.

Audra went to the park and decided to text Kyle. Meanwhile, Nate hid behind a pillar nearby without being noticed. Later, Kyle met Audra at the park. They discussed Kyle’s recent meeting with Nikki. Although he is staying at Newman, he still does not have a specific position yet. Audra reassured him he is secure there, and they agreed to behave appropriately in public. However, after Kyle walked away to take a call from Jack, Nate emerged and confronted Audra. He told her he felt she was lying to him and is playing with fire by lying to Nikki too.