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That someone was supposed to be Phyllis Summers.

For a fleeting moment, Phyllis believed Victor’s promises — that he would let her take over Jabot as a reward for her cooperation. But fans know better: no one makes a deal with Victor Newman and walks away unscathed.

In true Victor fashion, he will double-cross Phyllis, snatching Jabot from under her and placing it under Newman control. The question haunting everyone in Genoa City is: Which Newman will sit in Jack Abbott’s chair?

Jack Abbott in the Crosshairs

Victor’s grudge against Jack runs deep — and this latest attack feels personal. He blames Jack for nearly causing Nikki Newman’s (Melody Thomas Scott) downfall, and though that accusation may be exaggerated, Victor’s rage is real.

Jack, on the other hand, has been striving for peace. With Diane Jenkins (Susan Walters) by his side, he’s tried to steer Jabot toward innovation and stability. But Victor sees Jack’s success as an insult — a reminder that the Abbotts have managed to thrive without Newman interference.

Recently, Victor’s been quietly buying up shell corporations, allegedly using them to infiltrate Jabot. If true, it’s a classic Newman move — slow, calculated, and devastating.

And Victor’s strategy doesn’t stop there. Insiders suggest he’s eyeing a familiar weakness: Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor). Victor may exploit Kyle’s ambition and resentment, pitting father and son against each other. It would be the ultimate revenge — watching Jack’s empire crumble from within.

Phyllis Summers: The Pawn Who Fought Back

Phyllis should have known better than to trust Victor. The two have clashed for decades — fiery, fearless, and far too similar for comfort. She’s outmaneuvered him before, but this time, her gamble could cost her everything.

Victor doesn’t just dislike Phyllis — he despises her. To him, she’s chaos personified: reckless, manipulative, and dangerously unpredictable. Their history is littered with betrayal, backstabbing, and mutual loathing. And yet, beneath that animosity lies a grudging respect.

What infuriates Victor most is that Phyllis always survives. No matter how many times she falls, she finds a way to rise again — stronger, sharper, and more defiant. She’s a reminder of everything Victor hates: a force he can’t control.

When Phyllis aligned herself with Jack, Victor saw it as the ultimate betrayal. Now, his retaliation will be swift and merciless. Not only will he deny her the CEO chair she thought she’d secured, but he’ll humiliate her in the process by installing a Newman in that position instead.

A Newman at the Helm of Jabot

The idea of a Newman controlling Jabot would be unthinkable — and yet, Victor seems determined to make it happen. But who would take the role?

Victoria Newman (Amelia Heinle) would refuse, unwilling to further antagonize Jack. Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) wants nothing to do with his father’s schemes. Adam Newman (Mark Grossman), surprisingly, might even side with Jack this time, given their recent truce.

That leaves one surprising candidate: Noah Newman (Rory Gibson).

Rumors suggest that Noah — the quiet, creative grandson often overshadowed by the chaos of his family — could be Victor’s next project. Returning to Genoa City after a serious accident, Noah may be persuaded to step into the corporate world, not realizing the strings attached to his grandfather’s offer.

If Victor succeeds in placing Noah at Jabot, it would be the ultimate power move — a symbolic takeover that crushes the Abbotts while keeping control firmly within Newman hands.

The Rise of Noah Newman

For years, Noah has distanced himself from Newman family politics, focusing on his artistic ventures abroad. But after his accident and a period of self-reflection, he may be ready for a new chapter — one that Victor is all too eager to define for him.

Victor sees in Noah something he doesn’t see in his other children: purity. A clean slate. A Newman untouched by years of backstabbing and greed. To Victor, Noah represents a chance to rebuild his empire from the ground up, starting fresh with a new generation.

But Noah’s potential rise will not come without conflict. Victoria would feel betrayed; Adam would spiral into resentment. Even Nick, proud of his son but wary of Victor’s influence, might try to intervene. The last thing he wants is to see Noah consumed by the same ruthless instincts that destroyed so many Newman relationships.

Still, Victor’s charm and authority are hard to resist. For a man desperate to prove himself, Noah might see this as an opportunity to finally step out of the shadows — unaware that he’s walking straight into Victor’s web.

The Emotional Undercurrent: Victor’s Legacy Crisis

Behind the ruthless scheming lies a deeper truth: Victor Newman is getting older. His empire, once unshakable, is showing cracks. His children are disillusioned, his enemies emboldened, and even his wife, Nikki, struggles to rein in his darker impulses.

For perhaps the first time, Victor is haunted by his own legacy. What will remain of Newman Enterprises after he’s gone? Who will protect the family name when he no longer can?

This existential fear drives his every decision. By installing Noah as Jabot’s leader, Victor believes he’s securing not just victory over Jack, but immortality — a Newman mark carved into Abbott history forever.

But as fans know, Victor’s quest for dominance always comes with a cost. His need for control has destroyed relationships, fueled endless wars, and left emotional wreckage across Genoa City. This new scheme may be his boldest yet, but it could also be his undoing.

Jack’s Counterattack: The Hunter Becomes the Hunted

Jack Abbott has been down this road before — and he’s not the man he once was. Older, wiser, and battle-tested, Jack is already preparing his counterstrike. Sources suggest he’s quietly gathering allies, digging into Newman Enterprises’ vulnerabilities, and readying himself for an all-out war.

And this time, Phyllis may join him. Despite her anger, she knows that teaming up with Jack might be the only way to protect herself — and perhaps even to outwit Victor once and for all.

Their partnership, volatile as ever, could reignite sparks of their old chemistry while reigniting the corporate rivalry that defines them both.

The Looming Newman-Abbott War

As tensions rise, every corner of Genoa City is watching. Nikki struggles to temper Victor’s wrath. Ashley Abbott braces herself to defend her family’s legacy. Victoria and Adam prepare for yet another family storm.

And in the middle of it all stands Noah Newman, the unlikely heir whose choices could shape the future of both dynasties.

Will Noah be the bridge that heals the Newman family — or the weapon that destroys the Abbotts once and for all?

One thing’s certain: in The Young and the Restless, peace is always temporary. The war between Victor Newman and Jack Abbott is about to reignite — and this time, it could change Genoa City forever.

Final Thoughts:
Victor’s betrayal of Phyllis and his push to install a Newman at Jabot signal a seismic shift in the show’s power dynamics. Phyllis’s fury, Jack’s counterattack, and Noah’s reluctant rise promise a storyline packed with revenge, redemption, and ruthless ambition.

The mustache is moving his chess pieces again — and as always, when Victor Newman plays the game, someone’s bound to get checkmated.