The Young and the Restless recap (August 14, 2025): Lily demands Cane’s truth, Daniel hides feelings, and Newman tensions rise

The recent episode of the CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, aired on August 14, 2025, mixed romance, tension, and power plays. Wedding plans brought some joy, but tensions and suspicions still caused problems across Genoa City.

Lily Winters found herself bargaining with Cane Ashby, agreeing to help with the twins only if he told her the real reason for his return. Meanwhile, Christine Blair’s wedding gown plans moved forward with help from Lauren Fenmore Baldwin.

Elsewhere, Daniel Romalotti Jr. struggled with growing feelings for Tessa Porter, knowing she was committed to Mariah Copeland. At the Newman ranch, Victor Newman pushed a risky plan involving Cane, clashing with Nikki and asking Nick to befriend someone he didn’t trust.

The Young and the Restless recap for the episode aired on Thursday, August 14, 2025

Lily strikes a deal with Cane

On Cane’s train, Lily Winters told him she wasn’t happy about his return to Genoa City, especially after warning him to stay away. She said he liked causing trouble and refused to help explain the Aristotle Dumas situation to their twins. Cane admitted he had hoped they could tell the kids together but accepted her hesitation.

Lily worried helping him would send the wrong message, but after thinking it over, she agreed only if he told her the real reason he was back. She wanted the full truth, and Cane seemed willing to consider it.

Daniel admits his feelings for Tessa

In the park, Daniel Romalotti Jr. agreed to be his father Danny’s best man for the October wedding but turned down playing guitar. He admitted Tessa Porter had changed his outlook and confessed he was developing feelings for her.

Daniel felt guilty toward Heather Stevens and knew he couldn’t pursue Tessa since she was committed to Mariah Copeland. Danny warned he might get hurt, but Daniel brushed it off and chose to hide his feelings.

Christine’s bridal plans take shape

At Society on The Young and the Restless, Christine Blair met Lauren Fenmore Baldwin to talk about her wedding. After mentioning Chance Chancellor’s memorial, Christine showed her engagement ring and asked Lauren to help design her gown.

Lauren suggested making three dress options so Christine could choose her favorite. When Daniel and Danny arrived, Christine shared her worry that Phyllis Summers might ruin the ceremony and asked Daniel to keep his mother away.

Newman family debates Cane’s motives

At the Newman ranch on The Young and the Restless, Victor confronted Nikki for almost trading Chancellor to free Nick during the events in Nice. Nikki defended her actions as a mother but admitted Cane’s quick readiness made her suspect he had planned it in advance.

Victor, Nikki, and Nick discussed Cane’s motives, and Victor suggested using Lily to get information. Nick doubted he could befriend Cane after their past clashes but eventually agreed to try.

Victor’s risky proposal meets resistance

Victor said he wanted Cane to help take over Jabot instead of focusing on Chancellor. Nikki objected, not wanting to risk their family to go after Jack Abbott. Their argument grew tense as Victor warned he wouldn’t accept opposition.

Nikki stayed cautious about the plan, but Nick promised to do whatever was needed to remove the threat and protect the family.

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