The Young and the Restless spoilers for Monday, August 25 prove that it’s possibly for enemies to join forces… when it’s for the good of Victor Newman.

Victor Turns the Tables on Cane

For five years, Cane (Billy Flynn) was happy to outsmart the world. He was the smartest guy in every room. He fooled captains of industry and bamboozled the brightest minds. But that was before he went head-to-head with Victor (Eric Braeden).

Cane is allowed to win as much as he wants. But not if that means Victor might lose. Victor can never lose. Ever. You got that? Which means it’s now time for Cane, who, up to this point, was able to anticipate every eventuality and outthink every foe, to get outplayed by Victor. Victor has a clever plan—and Cane has no choice but to fall for it.

Nick and Adam Put Their Differences Aside

Victor, of course, is capable of doing whatever he needs to, all on his own. That goes without saying. But Victor is also a giver. He generously allows other people to help him. So they can feel good about themselves. And learn from the master.

Victor is a mentor to young people. He lets them do his dirty work. For their own good. Which is how Adam (Mark Grossman) and Nick (Joshua Morrow) end up working together. The brothers may dislike each other, but whatever Victor wants, Victor gets. No matter who has to do what to make it happen.

Lily Interrogates Holden

Lily (Christel Khalil) is once again in the position of being played by Victor. But he’s not the only one who wants something from her. So it’s time for Lily to turn the tables and pry information out of someone else. Lily cross-examines Holden (Nate Owens). As if he’s likely to her a straight answer—about anything.