“I hope Victor destroys him”— The Young and the Restless fans rally for Victor to put Ian in his place

The American soap opera, The Young and the Restless (Y&R) was created by Lee Phillip Bell and William J. Bell. It is set in the made-up town of Genoa City. Its first concentration was on the Foster and Brooks families.

One of the show’s most important characters is Victor Newman played by Eric Braeden. As per the current storyline, Ian Ward claims to have changed when Victor Newman confronts him. Victor dismisses his apologies because he doesn't trust him. Victor becomes enraged when Ian acts as though he doesn't know where Sharon is, and he tells Ian to leave Genoa City. Ian departs coolly but with a lingering suspicion.

With this, fans can voice their concerns by commenting on a Facebook post. One fan with the username Lewis J Mae Janie commented:

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"I really hate Ian and I hope Victor destroys him."

Some fans of The Young and the Restless feel Victor Newman is the show's principal personality, frequently referring to him as "the King" owing to his commanding presence. Here are some comments:

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The were several other comments where one fan calls him "the King," while another calls him "the Boss."

Fan reactions (Image via Facebook/@Mary Gonzales-Simpson)

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More about Victor and Ian’s current storyline

Victor Newman's conversation with Ian Ward on The Young and the Restless depicts a heated confrontation, emphasizing Victor's leadership. Ian, claiming to have repented and attempted to atone for his previous acts, is brought before Victor, who remains doubtful of Ian's motives.

Despite Ian's claim that he has turned a new leaf, Victor is uninterested in his answers. Ian, aware of the stigma associated with his name, attempts to rationalize his return by claiming that he desires forgiveness, particularly with Mariah.

On the other hand, Victor is unconvinced and rejects Ian's assertions, implying that he thinks Ian could be acting dishonestly. When Nick insists on knowing Sharon's location while Ian pretends to be unaware of her predicament, the discussion gets more heated. Victor becomes agitated and expresses his desire for Ian to leave Genoa City. The tension increases when Ian, unconcerned by Victor's animosity, claims he is merely there to serve a greater good.

Victor demands Ian to leave his house, indicating that he is not taking Ian's homecoming lightly. He also orders Mortenson, his security guard, to keep a careful eye on Ian to ensure he does not pose a threat. On the other hand, Ian departs calmly and confidently, saying he will pray for Victor and his family. Ian leaves after the transaction, but there is still a sense of distrust between him and the Newman family.

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Cast of The Young and the Restless

A combination of seasoned performers and well-known characters make up The Young and the Restless's cast. For many years, Eric Braeden, who portrays Victor Newman, has been a key character on the program.

Victor's personal and commercial problems have been central to the story since he is the strong patriarch of the Newman family. Melody Thomas Scott portrays his wife, Nikki Newman, who has faced her own set of struggles over the years, making her one of the show's most memorable characters

Jack Abbott (played by Peter Bergman), stands in for the affluent Abbott family and is another important figure. The show's central characters are Sharon Newman (played by Sharon Case) and Nicholas Newman (played by Joshua Morrow), whose complex relationships give the plots more nuance.

In addition to the main protagonists of The Young and the Restless, Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford) and Michael Baldwin (Christian LeBlanc) play key supporting roles.