In the latest episode, Lisa’s investigation into a vandalised car takes a shocking turn when she discovers that the vehicle was damaged on the same road where Joel was attacked on the same night. The car’s owner recalls hearing two men arguing outside his flat, leading Lisa to confide in Dee Dee about a crucial detail: the car was hit by a red vehicle. This discovery prompts Lisa to confront Ronnie about his red car, which was supposedly in for repairs, during a heated exchange at The Rovers.
Meanwhile, Carla commends Lisa for her detective work while balancing the demands of motherhood. However, as Carla offers a comforting gesture, Lisa recoils and abruptly leaves, leaving Carla feeling hurt and confused.
In another subplot, Gemma, Bernie, and the quads return from their trip, where Bernie and Billy clash over her controversial plan to send the ashes of a loved one into space. Billy refuses to contribute financially, further straining their relationship.
Chesney is frustrated after completing a deep clean of Prima Doner, only to learn from Dev that he won’t be compensated during the month the establishment is shut down due to his zero-hours contract. Angered on behalf of her son, Bernie confronts Dev as Chesney is left with no choice but to take a delivery job for minimal pay.
Meanwhile, Cassie’s date does not go as planned, and Steve’s initial disdain for the man she was meeting raises suspicions of jealousy. When things go south, Steve steps in to support Cassie, taking her to The Rovers and helping to boost her confidence. This unexpected moment raises questions about the chemistry still lingering between them.
In a tense discussion, Leanne expresses her reluctance to return to a front-of-house role at the Bistro following the fallout from The Institute, suggesting that Nick hire someone else. In response, Nick proposes that Toyah take on the Bistro manager position, believing they would make a great team and that it would help Leanne adjust to seeing them together. Leanne’s reaction to this suggestion is yet to be revealed.
Finally, Jesse prepares to share an announcement that promises to shock the Platt family, adding an element of suspense to the unfolding drama.
This episode is packed with emotional confrontations and significant decisions, setting the stage for intense developments in the coming weeks.
