The Young and the Restless episode for Tuesday, August 12, highlights shifting alliances and personal conflicts in Genoa City. Phyllis decides to confide in Daniel, sharing a secret that could involve Cane’s latest plans and her own involvement. She may even hint at using her hacking skills to support Cane. Daniel expresses concern about the potential legal and personal risks, urging her to step back, but Phyllis is determined to stay engaged, believing Cane values her contributions.
Meanwhile, Claire takes charge after noticing Audra and Kyle at Society. She witnesses a kiss between them and confronts Audra directly, questioning her motives and testing Kyle’s loyalty. While Claire may acknowledge some responsibility on Kyle’s part if he pulls away from the kiss, she is determined to get answers and ensure the situation doesn’t go unchecked.
Audra, in turn, works to cover her tracks, trying to prevent Nate from discovering her recent actions. She may feel guilty about the kiss with Kyle and fears Claire could reveal it. Claire uses the incident as leverage, warning Audra to stay away from Kyle or risk exposure of her other schemes, including any plans involving Victor. The episode sets the stage for tense confrontations and power plays, showing Claire asserting control and Phyllis balancing loyalty to Cane with potential personal consequences.