Carter is the Traitor – Revealing Cane’s Murder Secret Leaves Lily Terrified: CBS Y&R Spoilers

The air in Genoa City has become thick with suspicion and fear after the shocking death of Damian in Nice, and now the aftermath of his murder continues to unravel a trail of deception, betrayal, and manipulation that threatens to destroy the lives of those closest to him. As secrets long buried begin to surface, one name has emerged at the center of the storm: Cane Ashby.

Despite the death of Damian sending shockwaves through the community, the city was far from prepared for what would come next. While people were still reeling from the tragedy in France, whispers began to circulate about another victim—a second death that had been meticulously staged to deflect suspicion from the true culprit. The plot was as cunning as it was dangerous, and its ramifications have set the stage for a storm of drama that will leave no one untouched.

Cane’s Desperate Scheme: The Plot to Shift the Narrative

Cain Ashby has always been a man who thrives on control—both in the boardroom and in his personal life. His actions following Damian’s murder were calculated, attempting to manipulate the narrative to paint himself as a victim rather than a suspect. As the investigation into Damian’s death loomed ever larger, Cane’s carefully curated image of the charming, misunderstood businessman began to crumble. Faced with growing doubts, he realized he needed a dramatic gesture to shift the public’s perception—he would stage his own attack.

With the help of the mysterious and enigmatic Carter, Cane hatched a bold plan. Carter, whose past remains shrouded in mystery, was the perfect accomplice. Cold, efficient, and willing to rewrite the truth for the right price, Carter played his part with ruthless precision. Together, they designed a fake stabbing that would leave Cane wounded but alive—just enough to make the public believe he had been the victim of a ruthless attack, just like Damian before him. The story would unfold in dramatic fashion, with Lily by Cane’s side, devastated by his apparent near-death.

The Staging: The Blood, the Tears, and the Betrayal

The stage was set. Late in the afternoon, as the sun dipped below the skyline of Genoa City, Cane waited behind the gazebo at Chancellor Park, his palms trembling not with fear, but with anticipation. The moment was near. Carter, dressed in silence, arrived with the knife—already laced with Cane’s own blood for maximum dramatic effect. What followed was a carefully orchestrated scene: one deep thrust, one cry of pain, and Cane collapsed theatrically to the ground.

Seconds later, Lily arrived on the scene. Her face twisted in horror as she rushed to Cane’s side, hands pressing against the wound, her fingers stained crimson. The panic in her eyes was convincing, the fear genuine. She screamed for help as she frantically dialed 911, her tears flowing as she attempted to save him.

The ambulance arrived, whisking Cane away to the hospital as Lily, her hands covered in his blood, followed close behind. To everyone who witnessed the scene, it appeared as though Cane had narrowly escaped death, becoming the second victim in a violent chain of events.