The Young and the Restless weekly update (June 2 to 6, 2025): Victor's deal, Cole's health crisis, and Dumas' growing grip

Things were tense in Genoa City this week on The Young and the Restless as maneuvers, health crises, and mysterious invitations took center stage. Nikki's birthday brawl kickstarted the renewing of ever-shifting allegiances and proclamations that could carry replacement metaphors, but not without exposing some shifty cracks below the surface.

Kyle once again staked a large financial risk for the sake of loyalty, while Victor remained suspicious of everyone, particularly their intentions concerning Claire. Cole's health continued to slide, alarming his family and ultimately taxing his options on The Young and the Restless.

Meanwhile, the Dumas event in France meant everything. The hodgepodge of other characters, loyal and otherwise, were widening their eyes with interest in Claire's kindness to Cole.

As Holden and Damian's relationship nosedived, relationships slowly emerged as sides were established. By week's end, practically every main character stood on the edge of a cliff, preparing to leap into a future unknown.

Everything that happened on The Young and the Restless from June 2 to 6, 2025

Monday, June 2: Nikki’s party and Dumas's intrigue begin on The Young and the Restless

Nikki's birthday party at the jazz lounge was packed full of Newmans, Abbotts, and their closest friends. Victor led an emotional tribute and called Nikki his "absolute purest joy" while their children gave loving toasts.

Claire assisted Pietro with logistics while Kyle was working to win back Victor. Cole arrived late and looked a little sick, played down his cough, but just enough to make everyone very worried about him.

Ashley had the assistance of Abby and Sharon again, all because of what happened with Martin. Michael and Lauren were again getting bad vibes from Victor, but they seemed to be processing it all quietly together.

Damian confessed to Lily that he got fired from Dumas but offered her an invitation to their party in France (and this raised her curiosity). Audra and Nate were somewhat optimistic about Damian's future until Damian suggested that Audra might want to hire his friend Holden, who would likely become a bigger problem as the week progressed.

Tuesday, June 3: Kyle’s risk and Cole’s decline on The Young and the Restless

Kyle made his most significant move yet, offering Victor a $5 million "pre-prenup" contract to substantiate his feelings towards Claire. Surprised but unyielding, Victor agreed to consider it.

Cole had taken a turn for the worse, and Claire had reached out to tell Victor that she needed help. Nikki pleaded with her husband to include Claire and Kyle in his plans, calling what they were doing a gift. Meanwhile, Nick shocked Sharon by asking her to accompany him to the Dumas party in France.

Ashley was still uptight as Abby received a message from Dominic's nanny, and it was just Sharon and Ashley talking privately. Devon warned Victor that Dumas might have an agenda against the Chancellor, but Victor welcomed that. Elsewhere, Jack raised a toast to Nikki, but Victor dismissed the toast as patently theatrical.

Wednesday, June 4: Phyllis pushes in and secrets brew on The Young and the Restless

Phyllis found out who was hosting the Dumas party and went out of her way to get an invitation, texting Amanda for assistance, no less. Nick had warned her not to. Claire expressed her concerns about Cole's deteriorating health to Kyle.

Jack and Diane spoke to Kyle about his outrageous demands on Victor. Billy accused Adam of a conspiracy against him. Adam was not at all reluctant to admit that he was plotting against Billy, while Chelsea told him to prioritize his family over what Billy was trying to do.

Billy, however, was still obsessed with the Dumas event, and he thought about bringing Sally with him despite her repeated refusals. Sally thought they should not put off starting their business, as that was risky. Billy was sure that baiting Dumas was worth that risk.

Thursday, June 5: Contracts, confrontations, and compassion on The Young and the Restless

Victor called Kyle to the ranch and accepted his offer, but only if Kyle signed immediately. Kyle agreed, wanting to prove himself to the Newman patriarch as much as he didn't want to be in a hospital gown.

Things got worse with Cole, and Victoria insisted he go to the hospital for X-rays since the doctor suspected pneumonia. Claire stayed and confided in Kyle. Damian told Lily he would not keep Holden, and it ended better than expected because Holden accused him of betrayal.

He, however, was pursued by Audra, who found Holden upset and offered him the comfort of being adrift. Then Amy announced she was moving to Genoa City, which touched Nate and Audra deeply.

Victor upbraided Audra for failing to sever Kyle from Clare but suggested taking advantage of the Dumas party opportunity as the next battleground on The Young and the Restless.

Friday, June 6: Mariah's silence and Phyllis’s power move on The Young and the Restless

Mariah's emotional detachment was causing issues with Tessa, who had shared her concerns about it with Daniel. Mariah was unwilling to let anyone in, even with Sharon suggesting it was time to deal with the trauma she was hiding.

Victoria opted out of the Dumas trip to remain close to Cole, sensing that there were more significant forces at work. At GCAC, Phyllis had a confrontation with Sally, confirming she would attend the France event and revealing she got her stop from Amanda.

Billy and Sally were shocked to hear that she was going to the event and began speculating whether Dumas wanted Phyllis onsite. Phyllis internally celebrated her success with Daniel. She finally had a play, just not yet what she planned on doing with it.

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