While Gabi is at the center of the power struggle, Chad (Billy Flynn) is caught up in an equally tense emotional battle.

In the September 8 episode, Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) suddenly made a shocking request: asking Chad to help Mark (Jonah Robinson) get pardon – the person who almost killed him in France.

This request immediately put Chad in a difficult position: forgive to open up new opportunities, or keep painful memories as a safety shield?

While Chad was still hesitant, Jennifer (Melissa Reeves) and Jack (Matthew Ashford) expressed extremely harsh attitudes.

They not only hated Mark but also resented Cat – the woman who was getting closer to Chad. The thought that Cat could become the stepmother of their grandchildren made the Hortons angry. For them, Cat was a constant source of trouble, and they openly opposed this relationship.

Cat, of course, does not give up easily. She shows remorse, apologizes for the previous troubles, but at the same time continues to cling to Chad, making him stuck between his new love and the traditional family. This makes Chad even more confused: he longs for a chance at love, but also does not want to lose the support of his parents.

This development opens up a big question for the audience: Will Chad choose his heart or his mind? If he sides with Cat, a family war will certainly erupt, and the rift in the Horton family may never heal. But if he listens to his parents, he must accept losing a woman who is devoted to him.

With the way the situation is built full of tension, the Chad – Cat – Horton storyline becomes one of the highlights of the episode. It not only reflects the conflict between the younger generation and family tradition, but also clearly depicts the difficulty when people have to choose between love and loyalty.