On The Young and the Restless, February 17, Sally packed up her belongings and moved out of Billy’s apartment. She broke up with him after realizing he chose Chancellor Industries over her. While this breakup may come as a shock to “Silly” fans, both of them might get something valuable out of it.
Key Takeaways
- Sally grew tired of Billy’s lies.
- He told her that he didn’t want Chancellor Industries until Phyllis gave it to him.
- Sally realized that she was never enough for him.
Sally Reaches Her Breaking Point
On the Tuesday, February 17 episode, Sally (Courtney Hope) had had enough. She was tired of Billy’s (Jason Thompson) lies. Sally has remained loyal to him up to this point.
The reason why Sally held onto Billy was maybe that she could hold onto Abbott Communications. But it was obvious that their relationship was over. Sally told Billy that she was taking her things and moving out.
Why Sally’s Better Off
This breakup gives Sally the chance to break free from Billy’s orbit. She can finally focus on herself, which is long overdue. Every time she’s with a man, she spends most of her time worrying about him rather than herself.
Her dreams, hopes, and desires get pushed to the sidelines. Maybe she can use Abbott Communications to relaunch a fashion company. She appointed Audra (Zuleyka Silver) as co-CEO. This break can help Sally rediscover her passions.
Why Billy’s Better Off
Billy seemed to just want a relationship because he couldn’t deal with being alone. So, he just strung Sally along and made her miserable. But this is a good time for him to rethink everything in his life.
No other woman is going to want Billy Abbott, especially when he’s at his worst. Not even Phyllis (Michelle Stafford, who’s “having fun” playing Phyllis Newman) could match his obsession and craziness. He’s better off when he’s single and hungry for the prize.
His personal vendetta is taking down Victor (Eric Braeden) and seizing control of Chancellor Industries. Well, he’s managed to do both in just a few weeks. But will it be worth it?
Who is Better Off in This Breakup?
Sally can finally regain control of her identity and agency. She might realize that she doesn’t want to get mixed up in corporate battles anymore. And who wants an ex’s leftover company, anyway?
Meanwhile, Billy could learn a valuable lesson from the breakup. That it gets lonely at the top. Maybe he’ll realize he doesn’t mind being alone when he has his precious company and Victor shaking.
What are your thoughts? Who’s getting the bigger break in this split?
