THE TRIP THAT TURNED INTO A NIGHTMARE

What began as a short work retreat for Mariah — a chance to reset and heal from lingering trauma — has spiraled into a missing person’s case.

Tessa’s world collapses when Mariah suddenly stops answering calls and messages. At first, everyone assumes she’s taking a few days to herself — until disturbing details begin to surface.

Mariah was last seen with Will Hensley, a charismatic but mysterious older man she met during her stay. The two reportedly shared drinks late into the night before retreating to a hotel room together. By morning, Will was gone — panicked and evasive — while Mariah checked out in silence, pale and disoriented.

Now she’s vanished completely.

TESSA’S BREAKDOWN — AND HER DETERMINATION

Unable to shake the gnawing dread, Tessa books the next flight to Boston. Fear grips her heart as she imagines the worst:

“If she’s hurt, if someone’s done something to her, I’ll never forgive myself.”

Her only comfort comes from her best friend Sharon, who contacts the police in Genoa City while urging Tessa to stay calm. But when Tessa arrives at the Boston clinic where Mariah was supposedly receiving treatment — she finds nothing.

No records.
No staff confirming her stay.
No sign Mariah was ever there.

It’s as if she never existed.

THE STRANGER NAMED WILL — AND THE GHOSTS OF IAN WARD

Longtime fans remember that Mariah has a dark, painful history with the manipulative cult leader Ian Ward. Those traumas resurface as Tessa investigates the days leading to her disappearance.

Could Mariah have been triggered by old memories? Or did she uncover something far more dangerous?

Will Hensley’s involvement raises alarms. Once described as a polished businessman, whispers now paint him as unstable — possibly using Mariah’s compassion for his own twisted agenda. Some speculate Will may have sought revenge against someone connected to Ian Ward, using Mariah as bait.

A BLOODY CLUE AND A SINISTER WARNING

Tessa’s search leads her to the last hotel Mariah was seen in. Inside, she finds a bloodstained handkerchief tucked behind a chair — the first tangible evidence of foul play.

Her hands tremble as she holds it. Is it Mariah’s blood?

Before she can contact the police, Tessa’s phone rings.
A distorted voice warns her:

“Leave Boston. She’s gone too far. If you keep digging, you’ll join her.”

The call ends abruptly, leaving Tessa paralyzed with fear — but more determined than ever.

DANIEL’S SECRET — IS HE HIDING THE TRUTH?

Back in Genoa City, Tessa’s friend Daniel Romalotti insists that Mariah is safe, still “in treatment,” and that Tessa should go home. But his tone is evasive — too calm for someone who’s supposedly helping.

Viewers can’t ignore the red flags.
Why does Daniel keep reassuring Tessa while refusing to show proof of Mariah’s safety?
What exactly does he know — and why is he protecting someone?

Could Daniel be covering for Will? Or is he part of a larger cover-up linked to the mysterious man who called Tessa?

THE THIRD MAN — A SHADOW IN THE CORNER

Just when Tessa thinks she’s found a lead, a new figure emerges — a cold-eyed stranger who seems to be following her every move.

He confronts her in a deserted Boston alley, warning:

“Mariah made a mistake she couldn’t undo. Stop looking, or you’ll end up the same way.”

Who is this man? A hired enforcer? A remnant from Ian Ward’s dark network? Or someone tied to Will’s past?

The fear is palpable — but Tessa refuses to back down.

“I don’t care who you are,” she says, voice trembling but firm. “I’m not leaving without her.”

THEORY: A CONSPIRACY YEARS IN THE MAKING

Fans are buzzing with theories — and none of them are comforting:

• Was Mariah kidnapped by someone connected to Ian Ward’s cult, seeking revenge after all these years?
• Did Will lure her into a trap under the guise of a business meeting?
• Or is Daniel orchestrating a cover-up to protect Mariah from something unspeakable she discovered?

Whatever the truth, one thing is clear — this is no simple disappearance. It’s a full-blown conspiracy.

COMING NEXT WEEK ON THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS

• Tessa receives a cryptic package at her hotel — containing Mariah’s wedding ring. 
• Will Hensley is cornered by the police, but his story only deepens the mystery.
• Daniel faces Sharon’s interrogation — and cracks begin to show in his calm facade.
• A security video leak reveals a chilling image: Mariah leaving the hotel with someone no one recognizes.
• And in a shocking cliffhanger — Tessa finds a note written in Mariah’s handwriting:“Don’t look for me.”

WHAT DO YOU THINK, Y&R FANS?
Is Mariah in hiding — or has someone taken her?
Can Tessa survive what she’s about to uncover?
And is Will truly the villain… or just another victim in a much bigger game?

Sound off with #YRFindMariah

Because in Genoa City…
love can vanish in an instant — and the truth always comes with a price.

Top 5 celebrity car collections

When it comes to cars, we all have that dream brief that would only become a reality if we hit the jackpot but imagine not only owning one dream car but a whole hangar worth?

For these celebs dropping a cool six-figures, or more, on a new car can be a monthly or daily occurrence. And it’s not only brand-new, out-of-the wrapper models, it’s cool classics, one-of-a-kinds and even cars that are literally out of this world.

There are some pretty impressive car collections out there but here’s our top 5.

Jay Leno

He arguably has one of the most famous and varied car collections in the world. Most famous for hosting the US comedy late night chat show, “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, he reportedly has a collection of almost 290 cars and bikes and was once valued at around $50 million. Short change for someone reportedly worth around $350 million. Some of his most notable cars include a Duesenberg Model X of which only 5 still exist, a 2006 EcoJet which wasn’t made for production and was built in his own garage and a unique 1906 Stanley Steamer – not only powered by steam but made entirely of wood. Luckily for us, Jay loves to share his collection with others and offers fans a glimpse of his most popular cars in his CNBC show ‘Jay Leno’s Garage’.

Rowan Atkinson

He may be remembered most fondly for playing the role of the hapless Mr Bean driving around in a yellow Mini Cooper, but the real-life actor’s taste in cars couldn’t be further from his quirky character. His collection contains some of the most tasteful and classy cars in existence from an Aston Martin V8 Zagato to a Bentley Birkin Muslanne. What you may not know, is Rowan’s passion for racing, he even crashed the Aston Martin V8 while competing in an owners’ club event. Sadly, that wouldn’t be the only time he crashed one of his prized possessions, famously crashing his rare purple McLaren F1 not once, but twice! But don’t worry, he sold the McLaren in 2015 for £8 million. He’s a collector that feels the joy of getting behind the wheel of his cars and not keeping them locked away, saying “I’m not a collector. I don’t like the toy cupboard syndrome that causes so many good cars to evaporate. It depresses me that they are hidden away like investment art, or gold ingots in a Swiss vault.”

Lady Gaga

Not the biggest car collection by any means, but considering she only passed her driving test in 2016, Gaga already has the beginnings of a seriously impressive collection. It’s obvious she loves a good American muscle car, like her mint blue Chevy Nova SS and black Chevy El Camino. But she also loves a nice classic such as her Mercedes-Benz W123 and Ford F-150 Pick Up which she was famously pulled over in just two weeks after she passed her driving test. But it’s not all classics for Gaga, she loves a bit of luxury too by adding two Rolls-Royce Phantoms to her fleet, along with a Porsche Boxster and Lamborghini Huracán. We can’t wait to see what else she adds!

The Sultan of Brunei

Maybe not technically a ‘celeb’ but with a collection of almost 5,000 cars and worth around $300 million, it would be hard to keep him off the list! He’s one of the richest men in the world and owns the largest car collection in the world, with a mix of high-end vehicles, priceless classics and concept cars. Not only that, but his collection contains one of the world’s priciest cars, a $14 million custom Rolls-Royce Spur Limousine packed with 24k gold. Although his collection has never been fully accurately reported, there is speculation that it contains 300 Ferraris, 11 McLaren F1’s and 600 Rolls Royce’s. Ok, we are officially jealous.

Ralph Lauren

Being the owner of a multi-billion-dollar fashion empire, it’s not a surprise that Ralph has made that small leap from fashion to cars. He’s estimated to be worth around $5.8 billion so what else is he going to spend his hard-earned cash on? With nearly 70 cars in his collection, they include stylish numbers like a McLaren F1, Lamborghini Reventon and a 1930 Mercedes-Benz SSK “Count Trossi”. His collection is rumoured to be worth around $350 million and has even featured in some of his catwalk shows, surrounded by other stunning models. Not only are the cars impressive but also the garage where they are housed. The two-floor museum like structure was built in an old car dealership in New York, with black floors, white walls and stunning lighting. There’s a workshop next door, small living space, office and library.