Claire has always been a master of deception, lurking in the shadows of the Abbott family, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Determined to uncover secrets that could shake the very foundation of the family, she takes a bold risk—breaking into Diane’s house while she’s away. With years of carefully gathered intelligence, Claire knows exactly where to look, bypassing Jack and Kyle’s offices to search a far more personal space: Diane’s bedroom.

Under the cover of night, Claire moves with precision, her heart pounding as she picks the lock and slips inside. The room is a blend of sophistication and sentimentality, filled with keepsakes of love and loss. But Claire isn’t here for memories—she’s here for the truth. Her sharp eyes scan the room until they land on an antique writing desk in the corner. Instinct tells her this is it. With practiced skill, she searches the drawers until she finds a hidden compartment. Inside, she discovers what she has been after—a confidential DNA test.

As Claire unfolds the paper, her breath catches. The results are shocking. The test, comparing Kyle’s DNA, holds a devastating revelation—one that could destroy everything the Abbott family believes about itself. But something about the document makes Claire pause. Is there more to this than just paternity? A deeper deception buried in the fine print?

Slipping the paper into her handbag, Claire makes her swift escape, her mind racing with possibilities. The power of this knowledge is immense. In the hands of the right person—perhaps someone like Victor Newman—it could ignite chaos. And as the first whispers of scandal prepare to ripple through the Abbott family, one thing is certain: their world is about to be turned upside down.