Monday
The McQueens are worried that Cleo has relapsed, but she shuts them out. Zoe and Pearl come for lunch at the McQueen house, leading to awkwardness with Prince.
John Paul confronts Cleo over being sick in the toilet. It turns out that it was actually Zoe, who's suffering from morning sickness.
The lunch is cut short and John Paul's direct approach causes a scene in front of Abe. Later, Abe suggests to Cleo that they should move into their own flat.
Meanwhile, James plans a day to remember for Ste, ahead of his court sentencing for Ella's death. The day is derailed when Ste tells James that he has been working for Warren and he is also now a target for the mystery shooter.
Elsewhere, Kitty finds Beau in a bad way at The Dog. Beau pleads with Tony and Diane to stop their ultimatum.
Also today, Hannah shows up to meet Robbie with a bruised face. She reveals that she is in danger and asks Robbie to flee the village with her.
Tuesday
Ste is concerned about the danger he is in, but he reluctantly joins a surprise barbeque. He breaks down in front of Tony, Leela and his family. However, the moving moment is interrupted by Cindy, who is upset by the fanfare.
Ste shares his fears of prison with James. He takes his ring off, as he wants James to have a life without him.
Meanwhile, Kitty goes to hand her notice in to Misbah.
Elsewhere, John Paul is upset at Cleo leaving. He recruits Sally to convince Cleo and Abe not to leave, but it doesn't help.
At the park, Cleo opens up to Sally about her feelings of failure. She admits that having intrusive thoughts made her book her recent session. Later, Cleo tells Abe she isn't ready to move in.
Also today, Robbie tells Freddie that he has changed his mind and that Lexi should stay with him, as he has to go away and lay low for a while. Dave catches up with Hannah, who is at the bus stop waiting to leave after finding out that Robbie has fled the village but without her.
Finally, at Price Slice, Zoe has doubts over Pearl's decision to rent the flat to Cleo and Abe. Zoe shares her fears that Hunter has been forgotten.
Wednesday
It's sentencing day for Ste. As the couple prepare for the day ahead, James is heartbroken that Ste has ended their relationship. Ste also takes it out on Leah and Lucas, insisting that he doesn't want them to visit.
Leela urges James not to give up Ste. James has a change of heart and leaves him a voicemail, confirming that he's on his way to court. Before long, James arrives at court to make amends.
In the dock, Ste awaits his fate. The judge finds issue with the investigation and the conviction is declared unsafe. Despite Ste insisting he was behind Ella's death, he is released.
Meanwhile, Warren and Mercedes return to the village. Norma is concerned, but Warren insists he won't miss Ste's sentencing. They wait at the club for news and are shocked when Ste appears after escaping a jail sentence.
Fearing it is part of the vendetta against him, Warren starts to believe the village is unsafe for him, Mercedes and the twins.
On a burner phone, Ste gets a message from the person who got him off his sentence. The mystery individual signs himself off as ‘Blue'.
Zoe arrives at The Loft to ask Warren about a gangster called 'Blue', who has been missing since 2017, as they have found coloured paint on the bullet. She agrees that Warren is in danger. The dates tie in with Freddie's prison stint.
Elsewhere, Abe and Cleo are back on track. Cleo agrees to move in so they can support each other.
Also today, Darren urges Freddie to step up and be a good dad to Lexi. However, Lexi is not very impressed by Freddie's attempt at parenting when he accidentally bins her favourite toy.
Thursday
Ste tells James about Blue and warns that their problems are far from being over. He tries mend their marriage. James warns that one more lie will end them and orders Ste to stop working for Warren.
Cindy tells Ste he needs to leave the village for good, but James insists they stay.
Meanwhile, Mercedes begs Warren to go back to the Lakes after her hospital check-up. Norma tells Warren that Blue would be no match for her and she sets her sights on Freddie. Rex shows up at The Loft and warns Warren, urging them to team up against him.
At the hospital, Mercedes is getting fed up and tells Warren that if he hurts Freddie, he won't see the twins again.
Elsewhere, Freddie still can't find Lexi's unicorn teddy. He is struggling with fatherhood and is yet to tell her he has been in prison. As Freddie tries to win round Lexi with a picnic, he narrowly avoids Norma after Warren calls her off. With help from Nancy, Freddie plans to become Lexi's guardian.
Also today, Maxine is not impressed that Sienna is supporting Jeremy. Liberty has started a hanging basket business and ropes in her sisters to help.
Gardener Jez is on board, but his presence and resemblance to his twin Patrick makes Maxine jumpy. When she trips and he grabs her, she freaks out. She breaks down to Scott, explaining that Jeremy is bringing back bad memories of the abuse she suffered.
Friday
Ste tells Warren that he can't kill Freddie and go to prison. Rex and Warren tell him the plan to get Freddie drunk and set it up as an accident.
Ste and Rex hide out on their mission. At The Love Boat, Freddie bonds with Lexi but he's being watched.
Meanwhile, Lucas books a holiday for him and Dillon, but he can only afford the deposit. They try to start a business in the park but Tom tells them they don't have a permit.
Elsewhere, Sienna challenges Jeremy over his ‘altercation' with Maxine. Dilly sides with Jeremy.
Dilly and Sienna are at loggerheads over Jeremy. He promises to make amends with Maxine.
The McQueens are worried that Cleo has relapsed, but she shuts them out. Zoe and Pearl come for lunch at the McQueen house, leading to awkwardness with Prince.
John Paul confronts Cleo over being sick in the toilet. It turns out that it was actually Zoe, who's suffering from morning sickness.
The lunch is cut short and John Paul's direct approach causes a scene in front of Abe. Later, Abe suggests to Cleo that they should move into their own flat.
Meanwhile, James plans a day to remember for Ste, ahead of his court sentencing for Ella's death. The day is derailed when Ste tells James that he has been working for Warren and he is also now a target for the mystery shooter.
Elsewhere, Kitty finds Beau in a bad way at The Dog. Beau pleads with Tony and Diane to stop their ultimatum.
Also today, Hannah shows up to meet Robbie with a bruised face. She reveals that she is in danger and asks Robbie to flee the village with her.
Tuesday
Ste is concerned about the danger he is in, but he reluctantly joins a surprise barbeque. He breaks down in front of Tony, Leela and his family. However, the moving moment is interrupted by Cindy, who is upset by the fanfare.
Ste shares his fears of prison with James. He takes his ring off, as he wants James to have a life without him.
Meanwhile, Kitty goes to hand her notice in to Misbah.
Elsewhere, John Paul is upset at Cleo leaving. He recruits Sally to convince Cleo and Abe not to leave, but it doesn't help.
At the park, Cleo opens up to Sally about her feelings of failure. She admits that having intrusive thoughts made her book her recent session. Later, Cleo tells Abe she isn't ready to move in.
Also today, Robbie tells Freddie that he has changed his mind and that Lexi should stay with him, as he has to go away and lay low for a while. Dave catches up with Hannah, who is at the bus stop waiting to leave after finding out that Robbie has fled the village but without her.
Finally, at Price Slice, Zoe has doubts over Pearl's decision to rent the flat to Cleo and Abe. Zoe shares her fears that Hunter has been forgotten.
Wednesday
It's sentencing day for Ste. As the couple prepare for the day ahead, James is heartbroken that Ste has ended their relationship. Ste also takes it out on Leah and Lucas, insisting that he doesn't want them to visit.
Leela urges James not to give up Ste. James has a change of heart and leaves him a voicemail, confirming that he's on his way to court. Before long, James arrives at court to make amends.
In the dock, Ste awaits his fate. The judge finds issue with the investigation and the conviction is declared unsafe. Despite Ste insisting he was behind Ella's death, he is released.
Meanwhile, Warren and Mercedes return to the village. Norma is concerned, but Warren insists he won't miss Ste's sentencing. They wait at the club for news and are shocked when Ste appears after escaping a jail sentence.
Fearing it is part of the vendetta against him, Warren starts to believe the village is unsafe for him, Mercedes and the twins.
On a burner phone, Ste gets a message from the person who got him off his sentence. The mystery individual signs himself off as ‘Blue'.
Zoe arrives at The Loft to ask Warren about a gangster called 'Blue', who has been missing since 2017, as they have found coloured paint on the bullet. She agrees that Warren is in danger. The dates tie in with Freddie's prison stint.
Elsewhere, Abe and Cleo are back on track. Cleo agrees to move in so they can support each other.
Also today, Darren urges Freddie to step up and be a good dad to Lexi. However, Lexi is not very impressed by Freddie's attempt at parenting when he accidentally bins her favourite toy.
Thursday
Ste tells James about Blue and warns that their problems are far from being over. He tries mend their marriage. James warns that one more lie will end them and orders Ste to stop working for Warren.
Cindy tells Ste he needs to leave the village for good, but James insists they stay.
Meanwhile, Mercedes begs Warren to go back to the Lakes after her hospital check-up. Norma tells Warren that Blue would be no match for her and she sets her sights on Freddie. Rex shows up at The Loft and warns Warren, urging them to team up against him.
At the hospital, Mercedes is getting fed up and tells Warren that if he hurts Freddie, he won't see the twins again.
Elsewhere, Freddie still can't find Lexi's unicorn teddy. He is struggling with fatherhood and is yet to tell her he has been in prison. As Freddie tries to win round Lexi with a picnic, he narrowly avoids Norma after Warren calls her off. With help from Nancy, Freddie plans to become Lexi's guardian.
Also today, Maxine is not impressed that Sienna is supporting Jeremy. Liberty has started a hanging basket business and ropes in her sisters to help.
Gardener Jez is on board, but his presence and resemblance to his twin Patrick makes Maxine jumpy. When she trips and he grabs her, she freaks out. She breaks down to Scott, explaining that Jeremy is bringing back bad memories of the abuse she suffered.
Friday
Ste tells Warren that he can't kill Freddie and go to prison. Rex and Warren tell him the plan to get Freddie drunk and set it up as an accident.
Ste and Rex hide out on their mission. At The Love Boat, Freddie bonds with Lexi but he's being watched.
Meanwhile, Lucas books a holiday for him and Dillon, but he can only afford the deposit. They try to start a business in the park but Tom tells them they don't have a permit.
Elsewhere, Sienna challenges Jeremy over his ‘altercation' with Maxine. Dilly sides with Jeremy.
Dilly and Sienna are at loggerheads over Jeremy. He promises to make amends with Maxine.