The Young and the Restless spoilers reveal that Ian Ward’s (Ray Wise) goal is to be a father figure to Mariah Copeland (Camryn Grimes) again. Mariah will never let her guard down again around Ian. Unfortunately, it seems Tessa Porter (Cait Fairbanks) believes in Ian’s manipulation.

Could Tessa allow Ian to meet and even hold Aria Copeland-Porter (Millie and Maddie Ingle)?

If that happens, Mariah could file for divorce and sole custody of their daughter. Keep reading and let’s talk about what could happen next in the CBS soap opera.

Ian Ward’s Bombshell Return

Y&R spoilers reveal that Ian snuck back into Genoa City with escaped inmate Jordan (Colleen Zenk). Ian has told Jordan about his goal to have Mariah look at him as a father figure again.

Ian seems to think that if Sharon Newman (Sharon Case) dies, then Mariah will be so grief-stricken, she will turn to the monster that ruined so many lives.

Of course, that is pretty far-fetched but Ian is pretty good at manipulating others.

Y&R Spoilers: Mariah Copeland’s Threat

When Ian exposed himself, he did it carefully. Ian knows that he had to play it just right.

So, when a drugged Tessa couldn’t breathe and nearly passed out, Ian was there to save the day.

Really, anyone else would have called 911 immediately. Ian cradled Tessa outside Society and held an inhaler to her mouth.

After that, Ian ran into Tessa and Mariah taking Aria for a walk in the stroller.

Mariah threatened and warned Ian to stay away from her family. Mariah’s anger is justified considering the history.

However, Tessa seems unaware of just how dangerous Ian is to their family.

Tessa Porter Torn

The Young and the Restless spoilers reveal that Ian kept his cool and kept up the cover as Mariah unleashed her fury on him.

However, Tessa seemed really shaken and rattled. Tessa also keeps thanking Ian for saving her life.

So, it seems that Tessa really is falling for Ian’s scheme. Since Mariah hasn’t really gone into too much detail about how clever Ian is, Tessa doesn’t realize this is all part of his act.

The Young and the Restless Spoilers: Tessa and Mariah Custody War?

We could see Ian continuing to chat with Tessa from time to time.

At some point, Tessa might see Ian looking and smiling at the baby.

What if when Tessa and Aria are without Mariah, she allows Ian to hold the baby? What if Mariah comes across the scene?

If Tessa truly doesn’t believe that Ian is still dangerous, it could cause Mariah and Tessa to split.

It could also cause Mariah to sue for full custody of the baby.

If this happens, Tessa’s heartbreak and devastation could just have to get even closer to Ian, so stay tuned.

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