“She won't kill her”— The Young and the Restless fans debate if Claire can justify killing Jordan on the show

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The latest storyline on The Young and The Restless has sparked heated debates that have been going on behind the scenes among fan groups regarding morality.

The shocking case of Claire planning to assassinate her Aunt Jordan on The Young and The Restless has caught many viewers still divided on Claire's drastic plan.

This has drawn reactions from fans of the show, with one of them theorizing:

"She won't kill her. Sharon will end up killing her....."

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A few fans were angry with the direction the show has taken with Claire's character. Many feel that the storyline is too sensational and sends a dangerous message.

One viewer described the plot as "ridiculous," emphasizing that Claire's actions are not justifiable, no matter how dangerous Jordan might be.

Some fans have also criticized the show's writers, saying that the storyline diminishes the depth of other characters, such as Nikki and Victoria Newman, who have reluctantly agreed to Claire's plan.

One fan pointed out that the storyline feels like a stretch, with Claire's transformation into a cold strategist happening way too quickly.

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On the other side of the argument, some fans have rallied behind Claire. They said that what she did may be extreme but is understandable in the fictional world of Genoa City.

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Fans also brought up Jordan's history of always getting away and her pattern of putting others at risk. To them, Claire's plan was a form of self-defense born out of frustration with a justice system that failed to contain Jordan.

Few The Young and The Restless fans even mentioned that Claire's actions are more or less like the harsh reality of soap opera storytelling, wherein justice comes in odd ways.

Recent developments involving Claire on The Young and The Restless

The character Claire has developed a lot since the last few episodes. There is a darker side to her; she is calculative. Fans point out that being raised by Jordan has molded Claire's psyche into what it is now.

In recent scenes on The Young and The Restless, it has been revealed that Claire tries to protect her family while wrestling with her conscience. Her calculated moves, such as luring Jordan into a false sense of security, reveal a complex character arc.

The storyline says Jordan contacted Claire to meet in secret, hoping to test her loyalty while avoiding authorities. Her manipulation skills were revealed when Claire convinced Jordan she was ready to betray her family.

This high-stakes deception had Claire luring Jordan back to the Newman Ranch with a plan to get the upper hand. Nikki and Victoria are also getting increasingly concerned about the moral and emotional impact on Claire.

Meanwhile, Victor Newman is observing the situation without anyone knowing. He wants to intervene before Claire does something irreversible.

The more the tension escalates, Claire's plan still hangs in the balance, and the audience wonders whether she will do it or if Jordan will do it first.

Fans can watch The Young and The Restless on CBS.

Edited by Prem Deshpande