Spoilers 05-09 May 08

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Monday, May 05

Calvin is missing Carmel. When Carmel sees him they both agree they've been foolish, but Calvin is stunned as Carmel asks him if he'll marry her.

Sasha is avoiding Calvin, certain that he'll be able to tell she's been back on drugs. Michaela sees a wasted Sasha and Fletch at the park and pities her fallen friends.

Frankie receives a phone call from Social Services entrusting Charlie in to her temporary care, while Amy receives more generous offers of help for baby Leah.

Tuesday, May 06

Amy decides to go along with Ste's plan to pretend that Leah has recovered from leukaemia, but insists they tell Mike first.

Nancy is making final preparations for Charlie's homecoming.

Jacqui and Dom remain uncomfortable in each other's company. Tina and Tony pick up on the animosity and insist that they all spend the day together.

Darren tries to cheer up Jack by thinking of inventive ways to make some more money.

Wednesday, May 07

As the truth about Amy and Ste's lie reverberates around the village, Amy tries to front it out.

Steph is determined to prove that she's the best mother in the world.

Myra encourages Niall and Kieron to compete in the quiz night at the Dog.

Aware of his dad's money problems Darren tricks the punters into spending more money than necessary.

Thursday, May 08

Newt enjoys spending time with Lauren as they decide to skip school.

John Paul reveals to Kris that he can't stop thinking about Kieron.

Amy feels a pariah at school and Russ insists that he can't protect her anymore.

Max presents Steph with a glorious portfolio of pictures, but after worrying about an audition instead of putting her efforts into making Tom a costume, Max is unhappy.

Friday, May 09

Newt feels guilty about ruining Steph's portfolio but Eli shows no remorse and hides himself with the portfolio under Newt's bed.

Darren is upset to see his dad in such a state and vows to help him.

Jacqui is unnerved to see Tina and Dom reading a baby book and shows Tony the handwritten contract she's drawn up.

Steph searches high and low for her missing portfolio, taking no notice of Max as he talks about Tom and marriage lessons.

[Kirsty :]]

Nooo Newt can't enjoy spending time with Lauren!! :(

Does this mean that the whole Leah story is out now?
I hope so!
It's boring now and I think it may have run it's course :)

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More in depth on above:-

2291: Shasha stoops to a new low
Monday, May 5 2008 at 18:30 BST on Channel 4


Calvin's missing Carmel but when he drops one of her tops in at the salon, Carmel only thinks this makes their break up even more final and makes him take back her engagement ring. Michaela's trying to interview Calvin and lets slip that Carmel still has feelings for him. Calvin is taken back but hides his emotions well, pushing Michaela away.

Niall manipulates the situation and tells Carmel that he's just seen Calvin push Michaela - maybe Carmel's better off without someone like that? But knowing Calvin too well, Carmel realises she's been stupid and goes to see him. Carmel's firm with Calvin and admits they've both been foolish, Calvin agrees, but is further stunned as Carmel asks him if he'll marry her?

Sasha's avoiding Calvin, sure he'll be able to tell she's been back on drugs. Michaela asks Sasha what's so good about being on drugs. Sasha tries to explain but just ends up sounding confused and sad. Calvin leaves his coat lying around and sinking to new depths, Sasha can't help but rifle through it for cash; unfortunately there isn't any money but she does find Carmel's engagement ring.

Fletch can't believe Sasha has stolen the ring and insists she put it back. Feeling guilty, Sasha replaces the ring and instead opts for stealing Nancy's purse. With the little money they get, they hurry off to buy some more heroin. Later, Michaela sees a wasted Sasha and Fletch at the park and pities her fallen friends.

Nancy bumps in to Kris in college and explains she plans to return to her course in October but is a little wary. Kris buoys her up and Nancy is thrilled when she then discovers that Charlie's about to be released from hospital. Brimming with joy and preparations, Nancy rushes off to the hospital to meet Frankie. Frankie is equally as ecstatic but slightly saddened that Charlie won't be coming home with her. Nancy promises that she'll ensure Frankie is as a huge part of Charlie's life and Frankie is grateful. But later, as Nancy prepares for Charlie's homecoming, Frankie receives a phone call from Social Services entrusting Charlie into her temporary care.

Amy receives more generous offers of help for baby Leah and complains to Ste that they'll never be able to come clean. But when Ste discovers from Tony that Charlie is coming home from hospital he hits on the perfect idea – to use Charlie's homecoming celebrations as an opportunity to tell the village that Leah is also in remission. Amy's initially shocked at Ste's suggestion but promises to think about it…


2292: Everyone learns of Amy and Ste's lie
Airs on Tuesday, May 6 2008 at 18:30 BST on Channel 4
Amy decides to go along with Ste's plan to pretend that Leah has recovered from leukaemia, but insists they tell Mike first. Unable to find him at the flat, Amy and Ste head home but are accosted by Michaela. Michaela is thrilled that Leah is in remission and bamboozles Amy and Ste in to celebrating at Il Gnosh. Amy's unsure until they've spoken to Mike, but Tony won't take no for an answer.

With Michaela interviewing the happy parents and Tony pouring champagne, Ste is relieved that the lie is over – until Mike turns up and demands to know what's going on. Amy stumbles over an excuse but Mike reveals to the party and a stunned Nancy, that Leah never had leukaemia in the first place. Vilified and outcast, Amy and Ste are forced to leave with their heads hanging in shame…

Nancy's making final preparations for Charlie's homecoming and is delighted when Sarah and Russ offer to go to the hospital with her. Waiting in nervous anticipation for Charlie to be released, Nancy just wants things to get back to normal as soon as possible. At the hospital, Nancy is stunned when Frankie arrives with the social worker, and delivers the news that Charlie will be coming home with her.

Nancy accuses Frankie of going behind her back but Frankie promises Nancy she can see Charlie whenever she wants. As Frankie leaves with Charlie, Russ encourages Nancy to head to the party in Il Gnosh to at least celebrate the fact that Charlie is better. Nancy agrees, but is horrified to discover Amy's lie about Leah.

Jacqui and Dom remain uncomfortable in each other's company. Tina and Tony pick up on the animosity and insist that they all spend the day together. Much to Jacqui and Dom's disappointment, the challenge is set. At the Dog, Jacqui continues to mock Dom's ideas about the baby and Tina becomes increasingly irritated by the sparring duo. As things come to a head, Tina unwittingly reveals to an elated jack that Tina is pregnant. The trio are stunned as Jack offers his congratulations. Having prepared no answer for the question of paternity, Dom accepts Jack's good wishes and Jacqui is left furious.

Darren tries to cheer up Jack by thinking of inventive ways to make some more money at the Dog. Jack appreciates Darren's attempts at a summer theme, until Frankie returns with baby Charlie. Jack's stunned that she didn't tell him Charlie was coming home, and when Darren points out that he'll be spending even more money looking after the baby, Jack orders Darren to return the Dog to normal.


2293: Ste punches Amy in the stomach
Airs on Wednesday, May 7 2008 at 18:30 BST on Channel 4
As the truth about Amy and Ste's lie reverberates around the village, Amy tries to front it out. She's soon accosted, however, by an enraged Frankie and Steph who accuse her of cashing in on their misery. Zoe steps in and defends Amy and is shocked to find out that Mike has been lying to her for weeks. Insisting he didn't want Zoe to lie for him, Mike is left worried that his relationship with Zoe is ruined.

Meanwhile Amy flees the village and warns Ste that their troubles have only just started. Ste tries to allay her fears, until a distraught Nancy arrives wanting to know why they lied. Amy reveals that Ste made a big mistake and they're truly sorry. With Nancy placated, Ste turns on Amy enraged that she blamed him. As an argument ensues Ste lashes out and punches Amy in the stomach. Horrified at his actions Ste is instantly remorseful, but Amy collects her things and leaves taking Leah with her.

Steph is determined to prove that she's the best mother in the world. Unaware that Tom's worried about his outfit for the Countries of the World parade, Steph continues to shroud him in designer shoes and compliments. Tom's had enough and finally explains his worries to Steph that his arch enemy Tristan Burgess is going to win the parade. Steph's horrified at the thought and goes in to overdrive to make Tom the best looking leprechaun Hollyoaks has ever seen. After a confrontation with Tristan's mum, Steph is fired up but Tom is aghast at his costume and reveals to a mortified Steph that all he wants is for her to act like a real mum...

Myra encourages Niall and Kieron to compete in the quiz night at the Dog. Kieron's a little unsure until John Paul arrives determined to wipe the floor with them. Enjoying the banter, Myra arranges the teams and John Paul and Kieron end up pitted against Niall and Myra. Niall begins to soften towards Myra as she regales him of stories from her youth. Realising they have more in common than first thought, Niall unwittingly finds himself enjoying his mother's company. Meanwhile, John Paul's confidence is shattered when he is forced to do the quiz forfeit. Obviously embarrassed, Kieron leaps to John Paul's defence and re-enacts the Birdie Dance with full gusto. John Paul's grateful for his saviour as the sexual tension buzzes between the boys…

Darren decides to hold the longest quiz in the world at The Dog, aware of his dad's money problems. Tricking the punters in to spending more money than necessary, Darren's elated at his spoils, until Frankie pockets the lot for baby Charlie.


2294: Kieron reveals his true feelings for John Paul
Airs on Thursday, May 8 2008 at 18:30 BST on Channel 4

Newt enjoys spending time with Lauren as they decide to skip school. Jack is preoccupied with thoughts of his debt and Newt becomes alarmed by his mood when Steph guesses that they are skiving. Jack lays down the law and Lauren jokes that Jack might send Newt back to the foster home. Newt's disturbed and insists that Jack would never send him back. Lauren is subdued as Newt becomes distressed. Back at the Dog, Eli arrives and encourages Newt to run away with him and scoffs at the Osborne-Deans insisting Newt will never fit in to their family. Angered by Steph's blatant selfish obsession, Eli encourages Newt to teach her a lesson and damage her portfolio. Newt unwittingly finds himself embroiled in Eli's plan…

John Paul reveals to Kris that he can't stop thinking about Kieron. Kris encourages John Paul to bite the bullet and tell him how he feels, but John Paul's unsure that Kieron feels the same way after John Paul rejected him last time. Kris is sure that John Paul just needs to trust him. Plucking up the courage, John Paul corners Kieron and lays his love on the line.

Kieron is stunned at the revelation and is further shocked when John Paul tells him he can deal with him being a Priest so everyone else will just have to accept it. Kieron is angered at John Paul's selfish attitude and accuses him of not thinking of his family or Kieron's vocation. Kieron leaves a stunned John Paul hating himself for being so stupid. As Kieron heads to Church, John Paul makes one last ditch attempt to prove how much he loves Kieron. Unable to resist John Paul's charms, Kieron admits he feels the same way and is finally willing to take the risk...

Amy feels a pariah at school and is upset that even Newt and Lauren are hateful to her. Amy seeks solace in Russ but disgusted at Amy's behaviour, Russ insists that he can't protect her anymore. Amy flees school in tears and Michaela comforts her best friend encouraging her to dump Ste, the cause of all her problems. But Amy defends Ste and insists they'll get through this together, without anyone's help.

Max presents Steph with a glorious portfolio of pictures. Steph is elated and promises Max she'll do a proper job of sorting Tom's costume out. However, a preoccupied Steph spends the day worrying about her own audition for tomorrow. Tom is happy at Steph's feeble attempts at a Brazil costume as it means he won't be made a fool of, but Max is furious that Steph hasn't taken her parenting duties seriously again. Steph feels awful as Max accuses of never being able to change.


2295: Newt and Eli flood The Dog's cellar
Airs on Friday, May 9 2008 at 18:30 BST on Channel 4

Newt feels guilty about ruining Steph's portfolio, but Eli shows no remorse and hides himself with the portfolio under Newt's bed. When Steph comes looking for it, Newt is forced to hand it over to prevent her from discovering Eli, forcing Jack to confiscate his camcorder.

With Eli worried about being spotted on tape and Newt worried that he will be thrown out, Eli concocts a plan to get the tape out of the camcorder. He convinces Newt that by flooding the cellar he will be able to pay Jack back for not listening to him as well as create a diversion long enough for them to take the keys and get the tape back. With the plan set, Newt and Eli head to the cellar, unaware of the gravity of Jack's mounting financial crisis…

As Frankie bustles about getting Charlie ready to stay over at Nancy's, Darren notices Jack fretting over a bank statement he's received. He sneaks a chance to look at Jack's accounts and is shocked by what he sees. Darren tries to approach Jack to talk about the statement but Jack is having none of it. On discovering the flooded cellar, Jack is distraught as he reveals to a shocked Darren that he can't afford the insurance and the cellar must be the work of the loan sharks. Darren is gutted to see his dad in such a state and vows to help him.

Jacqui is unnerved to see Tina and Dom reading a baby book and shows Tony the handwritten contract she's drawn up, but Tony is unsure about the effect it will have on Tina and Dom. As Frankie mistakenly congratulates Tony and Jacqui, Tony decides to have a word with Dom but Dom refuses to discuss the situation.

Tina and Dom reluctantly agree to meet Tony and Jacqui but are shocked by Jacqui's contract. Dom refuses to sign it but an upset Tina defiantly agrees and Dom, broken by the heartbreak of having to reveal to a relieved Russ that Tina is being a surrogate mum, eventually signs too.

Steph searches high and low for her missing portfolio, taking no notice of Max as he talks about Tom and marriage lessons. Realising that Newt had her portfolio last, Steph goes round to The Dog and finds it in Newt's room, ruined. Max tries to take her mind off the audition by asking for Kieron's help with the marriage lessons role-play, but Steph's heart isn't in it. Max uses the role-play to let rip about how selfish Steph is revealing his own concerns for their relationship. As Niall witnesses the interchange the argument heats up and Max walks out, leaving Steph devastated and embarrassed.