The last days of summer are upon us, but The Young and the Restless is still sizzling hot with drama, passion, and secrets! The week of Monday, September 14, through Friday, September 18, 2026, shows characters taking on new endeavors, sending ominous messages, and making some tough decisions!
Victor's Is a Step Ahead

Victor (Eric Braeden) is always a step ahead of his adversaries. Next week, watch for the mogul to gather intel on a rival. He's not just focused on business, either. As the week progresses, he's going to have to make a tough decision related to Nick (Joshua Morrow), who is still struggling to regain his sobriety in light of his addiction to pain pills.
What Are We

It's not uncommon for people to question where they stand in a relationship. Who are we to one another? What are we? Friends? Lovers? Strangers? We are just not that into each other? Watch for Cane (Billy Flynn) to ask Lily (Christel Khalil) about their future next week. The two have made vast progress since Cane's return to Lily's life a little over a year ago.
Speaking of relationships, watch for Victoria (Amelia Heinle) to call the shots with Kyle (Michael Mealor). How will he respond to that?
Playing With Fire

Billy (Abbott) has romantic plans for Sally (Courtney Hope), the woman he's preparing to marry, and she's expecting their child! Later in the week, his plans, alas, are going to go up in smoke!
Watch for Chelsea (Melissa Claire Egan) to comfort Sally during a difficult time. Chelsea has her own history with Billy, so she's the perfect person to bring not only compassion but also an understanding of who Billy is to Sally's predicament.
Day by Day

Monday, September 14
Victor gathers intel on a rival.
Sally asks Adam for a favor.
Jack plays with fire to trap Patty.
Tuesday, September 15
Nikki and Billy reach an understanding.
Cane presses Lily to discuss their future.
Matt turns the tables on Patty.
Wednesday, September 16
Victoria calls the shots with Kyle
Nate shows his appreciation to Stephanie.
Billy's romantic plans for Sally go up in smoke.
Thursday, September 17
Victor makes a tough decision to protect Nick
Jack and Diane receive an ominous message from Patty.
Phyllis hit a dead end trying to help Matt.
Friday, September 18
Chelsea comforts Sally during a difficult time.
Cane extends an olive branch to Devon,
Phyllis supports Daniel's new endeavor.