On The Young and the Restless, May 7, Phyllis meets Matt Clark. He was revealed to have amnesia, so he doesn’t recognize himself or anyone around him. However, that could make him even more dangerous. Matt played a flirty game with Phyllis, which could push things too far.
Key Takeaways
- Matt’s flirty game is rarely about romantic conquests and more about leverage.
- Matt could use his charm as a weapon to destabilize Phyllis and further his own vendetta against the Newman family.
- Matt forces Phyllis to choose between the thrill of the game and the stability of her current alliances.
- The flirting is a distraction, while the real endgame involves a much more destructive payoff for everyone involved.
A Familiar Face Returns to the Genoa City Athletic Club
On Thursday’s episode, Matt (Roger Howarth) resurfaced at GCAC. He’s struggling with amnesia, yet he was able to travel from Las Vegas to Genoa City. Matt had a feeling that he had to be there. Yet, he doesn’t know why. Nothing and no one feels familiar to him.
Matt immediately made his way to the bar. Cane (Billy Flynn) ran into Matt, but he had too many things on his mind. He had no idea that he was talking to the man who had threatened to take down the Newmans. But Cane’s not the only one who crosses paths with Matt. He will have a conversation with Phyllis (Michelle Stafford).
Sparks Fly When Phyllis Meets Matt Clark
Speaking of Phyllis, she just had another difficult conversation with Cane. He called her poisonous. Matt listened in on their conversation, but he didn’t recognize them. He was just enjoying the free entertainment.
Phyllis walked up to the bar and vented. But then realizes how her behavior is coming across before asking for another drink. Matt stared at her, not knowing who she was. She wanted to know why he was looking at her.
At first, Matt apologized, but then mentioned that someone like her must be used to attracting attention. He made it clear that he was paying her a compliment. Matt told Phyllis that she has “main character energy.”
She wanted to know whether he had learned it from the internet, and he admitted he had no idea. Phyllis wanted to know if he was traveling from out of town. Matt suggested that if she didn’t recognize him, he might not be from around here. She was immediately pulled into his orbit.
Phyllis was attracted to Matt’s mysterious ways. She asked him if he was always this vague. Their flirty banter could become destructive and dangerous for everyone involved.
What Matt’s Return Means for Genoa City
Nick (Joshua Morrow) noticed the two talking at the bar. The Newmans will learn that their nightmare is still alive. However, Matt could still play this to his advantage. He could use his new connection with Phyllis to become a new vendetta against their family.
Nick and Phyllis are currently on the outs. The Newmans don’t trust her since she stole their company. Matt could pick up on that and make Phyllis choose a side. Their flirty relationship could become a cover-up for something more sinister. He needs a distraction so no one can see him coming.
Matt’s return spells danger for the Newmans and all of Genoa City. Since he can’t remember who he is, this could be a new advantage to him. Matt could have many more enemies this time. Who will he strike next? How will Phyllis be involved?
