Back in Genoa City, the battle between the Newmans and Cane Ashby took a personal turn. Cane, reeling from Newman Media’s takedown piece, decided he needed to completely change his public image to win back his children. He demanded Phyllis use her tech savvy and use the AI to make him look like a hero.

Phyllis was not impressed with Cane’s sudden desire to be “Mother Theresa”, and the two clashed over strategy. Cane’s frustration boiled over, but Phyllis held her ground, seeing an opportunity. She told him he needed her and then made her move, demanding he give her the full powerful AI program.

Cane refused to give her full control, but their tense negotiation became charged with an undeniable attraction, ending with them nearly sharing a kiss. He agreed to let her work on a plan, but the question remains: is Phyllis trying to save Cane’s image or just herself?