The coming week on Beyond the Gates promises heartbreak, confrontation, and buried truths finally clawing their way to the surface. As Derek Baldwin’s fragile recovery story begins to unravel, Andre Richardson faces the ghosts of his past, and Vernon Dupree makes a move that could destroy everything he’s trying to protect. But by week’s end, one shocking discovery will leave Fairmont Crest reeling.
Derek’s Lie Blows Up His Relationship
Derek Baldwin has been determined to prove he can walk again after the accident that changed his life forever. His fiancée, Ashley Morgan, has stood by his side through every setback, believing in his courage and patience. But what Ashley doesn’t know is that Derek’s progress hasn’t been as slow as he’s led her to believe. Determined to keep her close, Derek hides the truth, pretending he still needs her constant care.
He insists it’s part of a “surprise” for their wedding, but deep down, he fears losing her to her longtime friend, Andre Richardson. When Ashley walks into their apartment one evening, she witnesses something she never expected: Derek standing unaided beside his wheelchair. Her initial shock turns to betrayal as the truth sinks in. He’s been lying to her all along, and the fallout from that discovery may end more than just their engagement.
Andre Confronts His Past While Vernon Takes a Risk
Elsewhere, Andre Richardson finds himself cornered when Pamela Curtis confronts him about turning down Forrester Creations’ joint campaign with Dani Dupree. Dani’s loyalty to her husband costs her a career-defining opportunity, and Pamela can’t help but question what Andre is hiding. Andre’s refusal to be photographed or appear in public fuels speculation, and soon, he’s forced to reveal the truth. In an emotional moment with Dani, Andre confides the reason he’s shied away from the spotlight for so long.
Meanwhile, Vernon Dupree begins to act strangely around his wife, Anita, as she struggles to prepare for her annual WinterFest event. Overwhelmed and unaware, Anita doesn’t realize that Vernon has been meeting secretly with a mysterious woman at a hotel. Viewers will soon learn that Sharon Winger, Anita’s former Articulette’s group member, is back in town but Vernon’s intentions remain unclear. Is he seeking help for Anita, or has he crossed a dangerous line?
Trouble in Beyond the Gates
Elsewhere in Fairmont Crest, Hayley Hamilton and Randy Parker find their scheme against Bill Hamilton on the verge of exposure. Joey Armstrong spots Hayley on casino security footage and starts digging for answers, forcing the pair to distance themselves before their plot unravels completely. At the same time, Vanessa McBride makes a bold move that gets Joey’s attention in an entirely new way.
Her risky decision quickly becomes the talk of the country club, with Fairmont Crest’s elite whispering about her growing connection to the casino boss. But Joey’s week doesn’t end there. An old friend’s sudden reappearance leaves him visibly shaken. Across town, Nicole Dupree’s unexpected gesture toward her ex-husband Ted Richardson hints at lingering feelings, sparking tension between Ted and his daughters. Kat Richardson’s jealousy explodes when she overhears her half-sister Eva calling Ted “dad”.
Meanwhile, Martin Richardson’s fury over his daughter Samantha’s choices leads to a heated confrontation that threatens to end her modelling career. By the end of the week, secrets that have been buried for months will come crashing into the open. One lie will tear apart two couples, while another confession will change a family forever. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Beyond the Gates updates.