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20-01-2010, 11:49
2741: Kris walks in on Calvin and Mercedes
Airs on Monday, January 25 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Gilly feels awful for the way he's treated Cheryl and when she arrives at The Dog for work, he can't meet her eye and leaves. Steph calls in to ask Cheryl to work an extra shift at Mobs and she's shocked to hear that Steph's finished with Fernando. When Mercedes pops in, she's quick to take delight in ridiculing Cheryl's single situation. Cheryl, however, has the last laugh and tells her that she's already moved on – to Calvin!
With Gilly in earshot, Cheryl plays up to Calvin when he arrives to confront her. Panicking that she has true feelings for him, Calvin flounders until Gilly moves away and Cheryl insists that it was all for show - she only wants to be his friend!
When Rhys tells Gilly that Steph's split up with Fernando, he decides to face her. A guilty Cheryl, however, sticks her oar in and tells him that Steph's crazy about Fernando and it's only a matter of time before they're back together. After a terrible day, a grateful Steph receives some TLC from Frankie as she laments her for letting Gilly slip through her fingers…
Meanwhile, it's full steam ahead for Zoe and Kris as plans for their travelling adventure gather speed. Nancy's still hurt that her responsibilities can't allow her to tag along. However, she hides it well when Hannah turns up and announces that she's reserved three InterRail passes - she's going with them! An excited Hannah is unaware that both Kris and Zoe have reservations about her joining them as they don't want to play nursemaid to an anorexic. Unfortunately for Kris, Hannah overhears his acerbic comments and flees.
The search for her proves fruitless but on her way back, Zoe bumps into Zak and Mike who both wish her luck travelling. Nancy and Kris make their peace and agree that they want to stay together, while Zoe's arrival brings news of Hannah. Agreeing that she's being selfish, Hannah pulls out of the trip - only for Kris and Zoe to discover that Zak and Michaela are considering tagging along! Michaela's furious that Zak expects her to go with Zoe and as a fight brews, Nancy and Hannah are grateful that they're staying at home…
Now Amy's working at Evissa, she's happy to help with the housekeeping and offers Mike a contribution. Insisting that she'll take the kids out of his way to free him up for study time, Mike and he sadly confesses that his college days are over. Admitting that he's way behind on coursework and that Sarah's death has profoundly affected, he announces that he's dropping out to look for a job.
Amy arrives at Ste's house and sets about helping him tidy up. Ste's grateful that she's brought the kids with him and insists that he's finally making something of his life. Pleased, a relaxed Amy invites him back to her house for tea…
Elsewhere, Calvin and Cheryl are uncomfortable as the kiss from last night hangs heavy in the air. Denying his embarrassment, Calvin makes a sharp exit to The Loft. His peace is shattered, though, when a fuming Mercedes flies in and confronts him about his kiss with Cheryl. Flattered that she's jealous, Calvin maintains it was just a drunken snog. Mercedes, however, insists that Cheryl won't let go of him that easily!
Thankful that Cheryl has let him off the hook, Calvin arranges to meet Mercedes and declares he can't be without her. As they crash into a passionate clinch, their kiss is witnessed by a stunned Kris…
2742: Kris and Malachy come to blows
Airs on Tuesday, January 26 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Zoe has a skip in her step with her new life only a plane journey away. Zak's stressed and confides in Hayley about his planned trip - he and Michaela have very different opinions on where they want to go. His troubles worsen when Michaela demands that they go where she wants, or they stay put! With Zoe wanting a more cultured adventure, it's only a matter of time until tempers flare.
With Michaela determined to travel to another rave destination - and Zoe reluctant to concede - Michaela pulls out of the trip. India also causes a stir when she accidentally reveals to Zak that Hayley's pregnant. Zak's stunned and seeing a laughing Rhys drinking at the bar, Zak heads over and shoves him, before announcing to everyone that Hayley's pregnant! Just as the news sinks in, Hayley arrives.
Rhys, Zak and Hayley contemplate the future but wanting to escape, Hayley heads off, before telling a relieved Rhys not to worry as he's not the father. As Neville probes Rhys about his relationship with Hayley, his doubts begin to pile up - could he actually be the father?
Zak's decided that he can't leave Hayley and go travelling and much to his surprise, a benevolent Michaela turns up and pulls out of the trip, too. As they make up and agree to stay at home together, Zoe receives a shock when Kris also pulls out. Unable to tell her that he's staying for Malachy, Kris takes her anger on the chin as his dreams of travelling disintegrate…
Meanwhile, Kris struggles to cope with the pressure of knowing that Mercedes is having an affair with Calvin. He's alarmed to find Malachy house hunting and Mercedes waltzing round without a care in the world. As talk turns to Kris's trip, both Malachy and Mercedes enjoy ribbing him and unable to bear her sarcastic comments, Kris lets rip. Mercedes laughs off Kris's caustic words, while Malachy's suspicious of his brother's outburst.
Dragging Kris from The Dog, Malachy demands that he apologise to Mercedes. Kris, however, remains resolute. Aware that something's eating away at him, Malachy insists that he spit it out. He's floored, though, when a baleful Kris tells him that he saw Mercedes and Calvin kissing. Malachy looks to the bottom of a beer can to help him through and no matter how Kris tries to cajole him, he's adamant that life will continue as normal - and that Kris should treat Mercedes as if nothing has happened. Kris struggles to contain his anger and with one acerbic comment too far, finds himself on the receiving end of Malachy's fist.
As the brothers calm down, Kris is horrified to hear Malachy admit that he already knew about Mercedes's affair. He goes on to admit that as long as she comes back to him every night, he can tolerate it. Beseeching Kris to hold his counsel, he states that he'll do anything to keep her. Seeking out Mercedes, Malachy's advances are rebuffed and to add insult to injury, she tells him that Calvin's put her on a double shift. Malachy battles with his anger and as the tears fall, he realises it's over between them…
Elsewhere, Michaela turns to Mike as her frustrations over Zoe intensify. Doling out some fatherly advice, Michaela falls into his arms as her paranoia over Zak fancying Zoe intensifies. Mike attempts to educate Michaela on the cultural highlights of Europe but she's more wrapped up in what she wants from her trip. Although the chat with Mike helps her make a decision, it's only served to highlight how much he's missed out on in his life.
2743: Zoe, Mike and Gilly head off travelling
Airs on Wednesday, January 27 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
A despondent Zoe sets about unpacking her bags and reflects on her shattered dream. While Hannah urges her to reconsider going, Nancy has reservations and deems her too fragile to cope in the aftermath of the Lydia saga. Later, Zoe bumps into Mike, who challenges her fear of setting off on her own. Finding themselves reminiscing about the plans they previously made together, he's left questioning his own reasons for not going. When Zoe crosses paths with Zak, she's understanding of his decision not to join her and is glad to be comforted by her friend when she breaks down at the prospect of sticking around.
Prompted by Zak to reconsider the opportunity of a lifetime, Zoe makes an announcement to a surprised Archie - she's going it alone! As Zoe begins packing again, her mind turns to not being able to say goodbye to Kris. With that, Nancy confides how much she's going to miss her. The pair are interrupted by a knock at the door and Zoe's both shocked and delighted to see that it's Mike with his rucksack - he's going with her!
As the travellers prepare to depart, everyone other than Kris turns up to say their farewells. The cab begins to pull away but comes to a standstill when Gilly spots Kris running behind. Zoe jumps out and the two friends embrace. After a teary goodbye, the trio set off, ready to embark upon their adventure.
While Cheryl and a troubled Steph prepare for 'Fruitopia' day at Mobs, Gilly's feeling down in the dumps. Disgruntled with Steph's choice of outfit for her, Cheryl sets about winding her up about Fernando and a fight soon breaks out between them. Steph's soon left reeling from Cheryl's shock revelation that Gilly's in love with her. Steph tries to hide her elation and assure Cheryl that his feelings are not reciprocated, but Cheryl's not convinced. Steph's then forced to admit her true feelings and Cheryl persuades her to go and tell Gilly.
On hearing the news that Mike's joining Zoe on her travels, Hannah considers that the trip could be just the thing Gilly needs and offers him her InterRail ticket. Rhys goes to send Gilly on his way and the friends sadly prepare to part but Gilly knows that he needs to get away to get over Steph.
Steph turns up at The Dog, where Hannah informs her of Gilly's imminent departure. With that, Steph sets off and it's a race against time to find him before it's too late. Gilly receives a text message from Steph but Rhys tosses his phone into the bin before he has the chance to read it. Steph arrives only to discover that she's at the wrong place. She finally reaches the piazza just as the crowd of well wishers are dispersing - she's just missed him! Steph crumbles, knowing that her chance to be with Gilly has gone forever.
Elsewhere, a thoughtful Mike tells Amy about Zoe's suggestion that he join her travelling. Despite contemplating the idea, he's insistent that he can't leave Amy and the children. Amy, however, questions his notion and wanting her dad to be happy, she persuades him that she needs to be left alone to grow up.
In order to further convince him that she's settled and will cope, she lies that she's planned to move back in with Ste. Amy won't take no for an answer. After Amy surprises Ste by turning up on his doorstep with her bags, Mike arrives and warns him not to hurt his daughter again. Ste vows not to let Mike down. Assured that Amy will survive without him, Mike prepares to set off and father and daughter bid each other an emotional farewell.
2744: Sasha's attacked in the village
Airs on Thursday, January 28 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Sasha's annoyed to discover that she's working in The Loft and determined not to bow down to Calvin's demands, she insists that she's going to have a party. Heading to The Loft, Sasha spoils Jake's plans for a romantic night out with Loretta and tells him that his night off is cancelled - he's working the door. Josh and Dave are in the party mood just as a text arrives from Sasha inviting Josh to the Loft. Even though Dave's not invited, he decides he's up for it and they head off for some fun.
Lauren's desperate to attend the party but Sasha's adamant that she's too young and has to stay at home. Meeting up with Dave and Josh, Sasha's soon caught up in their mischievous dares and as individual targets are set, the madness begins.
Jake's angry when Sasha puts him down in front of Loretta and as she heads inside with her entourage, his anger builds. As their partying gains momentum, Jake apologises to Loretta for having to work and as they plan to spend his next day off together, his eye is caught by Sasha dancing on a table. Heading over to haul her down, Jake's attempts are futile but Lauren's arrival soon catches everyone's attention.
Sasha lambastes Jake for allowing Lauren in and furious, he blames her for distracting him. In the mêlée, Lauren disappears and as Josh and Dave continue to party hard, Sasha grows frustrated with them and heads off to look for Lauren.
Sasha finds herself alone in the village and she's suddenly dragged from behind into the alleyway and finds herself fighting for her life…
Meanwhile, Ste's keen to redecorate the flat now that Amy and the kids have moved in. However, he grows concerned when he sees how preoccupied Amy is with thoughts of her dad. Receiving a text from Sasha about the party is a welcome distraction from Ste and Amy deliberates whether to go.
Collecting some belongings from the Barnes' flat, Amy's caught up in memories of her life at home with her parents and her sister. As the tears fall, Ste tries his best to comfort her and grateful, Amy decides that she wants to do her best for him and the kids. With a positive outlook on her new life, Amy decides that her place is at home with her family and she's happy to stay in.
Elsewhere, Cheryl's worried when Steph admits that Mobs needs to tighten its belt - and the first area to look at is staffing levels. Attempting to stay on Steph's good side, Cheryl soon puts her foot in it when she mentions Gilly - a comment that sends Steph spiralling into a Gilly-induced depression.
As the girls' anger towards each other intensifies, tempers fray and Cheryl finds herself resigning from Mobs, moments before Steph has the opportunity to sack her.
Later in The Dog, Steph approaches Cheryl and they make tentative steps to reconcile their friendship. Admitting that they were both in the wrong, they agree never to mention Gilly again and vow to support each other in their attempts to move on. Cheryl, however, soon breaks the rules when she suggests that Steph should give Gilly a ring. Her efforts are thwarted, though, when Steph hears a recorded message that the call can't be connected…
Airs on Monday, January 25 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Gilly feels awful for the way he's treated Cheryl and when she arrives at The Dog for work, he can't meet her eye and leaves. Steph calls in to ask Cheryl to work an extra shift at Mobs and she's shocked to hear that Steph's finished with Fernando. When Mercedes pops in, she's quick to take delight in ridiculing Cheryl's single situation. Cheryl, however, has the last laugh and tells her that she's already moved on – to Calvin!
With Gilly in earshot, Cheryl plays up to Calvin when he arrives to confront her. Panicking that she has true feelings for him, Calvin flounders until Gilly moves away and Cheryl insists that it was all for show - she only wants to be his friend!
When Rhys tells Gilly that Steph's split up with Fernando, he decides to face her. A guilty Cheryl, however, sticks her oar in and tells him that Steph's crazy about Fernando and it's only a matter of time before they're back together. After a terrible day, a grateful Steph receives some TLC from Frankie as she laments her for letting Gilly slip through her fingers…
Meanwhile, it's full steam ahead for Zoe and Kris as plans for their travelling adventure gather speed. Nancy's still hurt that her responsibilities can't allow her to tag along. However, she hides it well when Hannah turns up and announces that she's reserved three InterRail passes - she's going with them! An excited Hannah is unaware that both Kris and Zoe have reservations about her joining them as they don't want to play nursemaid to an anorexic. Unfortunately for Kris, Hannah overhears his acerbic comments and flees.
The search for her proves fruitless but on her way back, Zoe bumps into Zak and Mike who both wish her luck travelling. Nancy and Kris make their peace and agree that they want to stay together, while Zoe's arrival brings news of Hannah. Agreeing that she's being selfish, Hannah pulls out of the trip - only for Kris and Zoe to discover that Zak and Michaela are considering tagging along! Michaela's furious that Zak expects her to go with Zoe and as a fight brews, Nancy and Hannah are grateful that they're staying at home…
Now Amy's working at Evissa, she's happy to help with the housekeeping and offers Mike a contribution. Insisting that she'll take the kids out of his way to free him up for study time, Mike and he sadly confesses that his college days are over. Admitting that he's way behind on coursework and that Sarah's death has profoundly affected, he announces that he's dropping out to look for a job.
Amy arrives at Ste's house and sets about helping him tidy up. Ste's grateful that she's brought the kids with him and insists that he's finally making something of his life. Pleased, a relaxed Amy invites him back to her house for tea…
Elsewhere, Calvin and Cheryl are uncomfortable as the kiss from last night hangs heavy in the air. Denying his embarrassment, Calvin makes a sharp exit to The Loft. His peace is shattered, though, when a fuming Mercedes flies in and confronts him about his kiss with Cheryl. Flattered that she's jealous, Calvin maintains it was just a drunken snog. Mercedes, however, insists that Cheryl won't let go of him that easily!
Thankful that Cheryl has let him off the hook, Calvin arranges to meet Mercedes and declares he can't be without her. As they crash into a passionate clinch, their kiss is witnessed by a stunned Kris…
2742: Kris and Malachy come to blows
Airs on Tuesday, January 26 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Zoe has a skip in her step with her new life only a plane journey away. Zak's stressed and confides in Hayley about his planned trip - he and Michaela have very different opinions on where they want to go. His troubles worsen when Michaela demands that they go where she wants, or they stay put! With Zoe wanting a more cultured adventure, it's only a matter of time until tempers flare.
With Michaela determined to travel to another rave destination - and Zoe reluctant to concede - Michaela pulls out of the trip. India also causes a stir when she accidentally reveals to Zak that Hayley's pregnant. Zak's stunned and seeing a laughing Rhys drinking at the bar, Zak heads over and shoves him, before announcing to everyone that Hayley's pregnant! Just as the news sinks in, Hayley arrives.
Rhys, Zak and Hayley contemplate the future but wanting to escape, Hayley heads off, before telling a relieved Rhys not to worry as he's not the father. As Neville probes Rhys about his relationship with Hayley, his doubts begin to pile up - could he actually be the father?
Zak's decided that he can't leave Hayley and go travelling and much to his surprise, a benevolent Michaela turns up and pulls out of the trip, too. As they make up and agree to stay at home together, Zoe receives a shock when Kris also pulls out. Unable to tell her that he's staying for Malachy, Kris takes her anger on the chin as his dreams of travelling disintegrate…
Meanwhile, Kris struggles to cope with the pressure of knowing that Mercedes is having an affair with Calvin. He's alarmed to find Malachy house hunting and Mercedes waltzing round without a care in the world. As talk turns to Kris's trip, both Malachy and Mercedes enjoy ribbing him and unable to bear her sarcastic comments, Kris lets rip. Mercedes laughs off Kris's caustic words, while Malachy's suspicious of his brother's outburst.
Dragging Kris from The Dog, Malachy demands that he apologise to Mercedes. Kris, however, remains resolute. Aware that something's eating away at him, Malachy insists that he spit it out. He's floored, though, when a baleful Kris tells him that he saw Mercedes and Calvin kissing. Malachy looks to the bottom of a beer can to help him through and no matter how Kris tries to cajole him, he's adamant that life will continue as normal - and that Kris should treat Mercedes as if nothing has happened. Kris struggles to contain his anger and with one acerbic comment too far, finds himself on the receiving end of Malachy's fist.
As the brothers calm down, Kris is horrified to hear Malachy admit that he already knew about Mercedes's affair. He goes on to admit that as long as she comes back to him every night, he can tolerate it. Beseeching Kris to hold his counsel, he states that he'll do anything to keep her. Seeking out Mercedes, Malachy's advances are rebuffed and to add insult to injury, she tells him that Calvin's put her on a double shift. Malachy battles with his anger and as the tears fall, he realises it's over between them…
Elsewhere, Michaela turns to Mike as her frustrations over Zoe intensify. Doling out some fatherly advice, Michaela falls into his arms as her paranoia over Zak fancying Zoe intensifies. Mike attempts to educate Michaela on the cultural highlights of Europe but she's more wrapped up in what she wants from her trip. Although the chat with Mike helps her make a decision, it's only served to highlight how much he's missed out on in his life.
2743: Zoe, Mike and Gilly head off travelling
Airs on Wednesday, January 27 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
A despondent Zoe sets about unpacking her bags and reflects on her shattered dream. While Hannah urges her to reconsider going, Nancy has reservations and deems her too fragile to cope in the aftermath of the Lydia saga. Later, Zoe bumps into Mike, who challenges her fear of setting off on her own. Finding themselves reminiscing about the plans they previously made together, he's left questioning his own reasons for not going. When Zoe crosses paths with Zak, she's understanding of his decision not to join her and is glad to be comforted by her friend when she breaks down at the prospect of sticking around.
Prompted by Zak to reconsider the opportunity of a lifetime, Zoe makes an announcement to a surprised Archie - she's going it alone! As Zoe begins packing again, her mind turns to not being able to say goodbye to Kris. With that, Nancy confides how much she's going to miss her. The pair are interrupted by a knock at the door and Zoe's both shocked and delighted to see that it's Mike with his rucksack - he's going with her!
As the travellers prepare to depart, everyone other than Kris turns up to say their farewells. The cab begins to pull away but comes to a standstill when Gilly spots Kris running behind. Zoe jumps out and the two friends embrace. After a teary goodbye, the trio set off, ready to embark upon their adventure.
While Cheryl and a troubled Steph prepare for 'Fruitopia' day at Mobs, Gilly's feeling down in the dumps. Disgruntled with Steph's choice of outfit for her, Cheryl sets about winding her up about Fernando and a fight soon breaks out between them. Steph's soon left reeling from Cheryl's shock revelation that Gilly's in love with her. Steph tries to hide her elation and assure Cheryl that his feelings are not reciprocated, but Cheryl's not convinced. Steph's then forced to admit her true feelings and Cheryl persuades her to go and tell Gilly.
On hearing the news that Mike's joining Zoe on her travels, Hannah considers that the trip could be just the thing Gilly needs and offers him her InterRail ticket. Rhys goes to send Gilly on his way and the friends sadly prepare to part but Gilly knows that he needs to get away to get over Steph.
Steph turns up at The Dog, where Hannah informs her of Gilly's imminent departure. With that, Steph sets off and it's a race against time to find him before it's too late. Gilly receives a text message from Steph but Rhys tosses his phone into the bin before he has the chance to read it. Steph arrives only to discover that she's at the wrong place. She finally reaches the piazza just as the crowd of well wishers are dispersing - she's just missed him! Steph crumbles, knowing that her chance to be with Gilly has gone forever.
Elsewhere, a thoughtful Mike tells Amy about Zoe's suggestion that he join her travelling. Despite contemplating the idea, he's insistent that he can't leave Amy and the children. Amy, however, questions his notion and wanting her dad to be happy, she persuades him that she needs to be left alone to grow up.
In order to further convince him that she's settled and will cope, she lies that she's planned to move back in with Ste. Amy won't take no for an answer. After Amy surprises Ste by turning up on his doorstep with her bags, Mike arrives and warns him not to hurt his daughter again. Ste vows not to let Mike down. Assured that Amy will survive without him, Mike prepares to set off and father and daughter bid each other an emotional farewell.
2744: Sasha's attacked in the village
Airs on Thursday, January 28 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Sasha's annoyed to discover that she's working in The Loft and determined not to bow down to Calvin's demands, she insists that she's going to have a party. Heading to The Loft, Sasha spoils Jake's plans for a romantic night out with Loretta and tells him that his night off is cancelled - he's working the door. Josh and Dave are in the party mood just as a text arrives from Sasha inviting Josh to the Loft. Even though Dave's not invited, he decides he's up for it and they head off for some fun.
Lauren's desperate to attend the party but Sasha's adamant that she's too young and has to stay at home. Meeting up with Dave and Josh, Sasha's soon caught up in their mischievous dares and as individual targets are set, the madness begins.
Jake's angry when Sasha puts him down in front of Loretta and as she heads inside with her entourage, his anger builds. As their partying gains momentum, Jake apologises to Loretta for having to work and as they plan to spend his next day off together, his eye is caught by Sasha dancing on a table. Heading over to haul her down, Jake's attempts are futile but Lauren's arrival soon catches everyone's attention.
Sasha lambastes Jake for allowing Lauren in and furious, he blames her for distracting him. In the mêlée, Lauren disappears and as Josh and Dave continue to party hard, Sasha grows frustrated with them and heads off to look for Lauren.
Sasha finds herself alone in the village and she's suddenly dragged from behind into the alleyway and finds herself fighting for her life…
Meanwhile, Ste's keen to redecorate the flat now that Amy and the kids have moved in. However, he grows concerned when he sees how preoccupied Amy is with thoughts of her dad. Receiving a text from Sasha about the party is a welcome distraction from Ste and Amy deliberates whether to go.
Collecting some belongings from the Barnes' flat, Amy's caught up in memories of her life at home with her parents and her sister. As the tears fall, Ste tries his best to comfort her and grateful, Amy decides that she wants to do her best for him and the kids. With a positive outlook on her new life, Amy decides that her place is at home with her family and she's happy to stay in.
Elsewhere, Cheryl's worried when Steph admits that Mobs needs to tighten its belt - and the first area to look at is staffing levels. Attempting to stay on Steph's good side, Cheryl soon puts her foot in it when she mentions Gilly - a comment that sends Steph spiralling into a Gilly-induced depression.
As the girls' anger towards each other intensifies, tempers fray and Cheryl finds herself resigning from Mobs, moments before Steph has the opportunity to sack her.
Later in The Dog, Steph approaches Cheryl and they make tentative steps to reconcile their friendship. Admitting that they were both in the wrong, they agree never to mention Gilly again and vow to support each other in their attempts to move on. Cheryl, however, soon breaks the rules when she suggests that Steph should give Gilly a ring. Her efforts are thwarted, though, when Steph hears a recorded message that the call can't be connected…