Monday
Lauren once again confides in Whitney about the problems in her romance with Steven. She also seeks some advice from Jane by speaking to her about relationships.
Lauren later sees Whitney again as she retrieves her phone after accidentally leaving it at the Queen Vic. Whitney encourages Lauren to fight for her relationship, but will she listen?
Tuesday (1)
Although Ben is still reluctant to celebrate his 21st birthday, Jay organises a house party for him - but he soon gets a surprise of his own.
As the party gets under way, Abi points out to Johnny that it's obvious he has a crush on Ben. She decides to play matchmaker, but both guys deny being attracted to each other.
Meanwhile, Denise joins Kush for a drink at The Vic and they end up taking part in Kim's team for a pub quiz organised by Whitney and Mick. Afterwards, Kush walks Denise home.
Elsewhere, Max continues to take advice from Stacey and tells Lauren that he wants to build bridges with Steven.
Tuesday (2)
Whitney joins Lauren for a night on the town, but when they arrive at a bar together, she's shocked to realise why Lauren has arranged this.
A disapproving Whitney gives Lauren some harsh home truths over her behaviour, causing her to think about what she really wants.
Whitney Dean realises why Lauren Branning came to the bar in EastEnders
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Meanwhile, Michelle is pleased when Preston returns to Walford, but things turn sour when she gets some bad news and her stress sparks an argument with her toyboy lover. When Preston turns back to Bex once again, Martin discovers Michelle upset at the allotments.
Elsewhere, Mick is relieved when Tina finally talks to social services about finding a home for Sylvie.
Also today, Steven visits Max and helps out with the kids when he doesn't turn up for their drinks as planned.
Thursday
Preston convinces Michelle to leave Dennis home alone so they can enjoy a romantic evening together.
As Michelle continues to cope with the pressure of everything, will everything go to plan for the controversial couple?
Meanwhile, Whitney tries to get to the bottom of Lauren's recent behaviour and issues her with even more home truths. Will Lauren finally listen?
Elsewhere, Denise is pleased by one of the suggestions put forward to help the community when the meeting finally takes place. Later, the tension rises between Kush and Denise when they go for another drink together.
No Friday episode